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Residents take precautions in case of fire Inspectors looking to make sure residents are removing debris By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com In the wake of one of the driest years in recent history, Simi Valley firefighters and residents alike are beginning to take precautions and prepare for the worst. "The engine companies have already been doing their inspections," said Fred Ponce, a spokesperson for the Ventura County Fire Depa... More ... Acorn Bits What can residents do to prepare for this year's fire season? • Keep weeds trimmed down. Vegetation grows back, so make sure to stay on top of it. • Keep roofs, gutters and treetops free from lint and other debris. • Move combustible items away from the house. If you stack firewood near your house, move it to an area where it won't caus... More ... Senior center offers place to chill By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com In response to a recent heat advisory issued by the state, the city has designated Simi Valley Senior Center a cooling center for seniors and any at-risk individuals during periodic heat waves. More ...
By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn Just below the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library lie 140 acres of open land dotted with cactus plants, scrub brush and jack rabbits. The land, located in the Tierra Rejada Valley greenbelt zone, is the proposed site for Cornerstone Community Church's new religious complex. More ... Debate over proposed Knolls development turns to density By Kyle Jorrey kjorrey@theacorn.com Two density studies using two different methodologies are the latest bones of contention related to a proposed residential development in the Santa Susana Knolls. More ...
Air Force Airman Jacob M. McKinley has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas, and earned credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force. More ...
NEVER FORGOTTEN- The Veterans for Peace sponsored a display of the boots of soldiers who have been killed in action on Cabrillo Street in Santa Barbara as part of their July Fourth activities. Marine Lance Cpl. Juan C. More ... For the Troops marches on By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn Just about any day of the week, there's a chance you'll find Paula Cornell, Jamie Josephson and Leslie Pelosi in a stuffy Simi Valley garage filling boxes. The two-car garage belongs to Cornell, who last year started For the Troops, a grassroots organization whose goal is to send care pa... More ...
YO QUIERO IPHONE- Christopher Liebe of Agoura got in line at 12:30 p.m. to buy an iPhone when they were released two weeks ago at the Apple Store in Simi Valley Town Center. Taco the Chihuahua and Holly Westenfeldt of Glendale joined him around 3:30. Liebe said about 40 people were in line before... More ... B&G Club seeking items to sell in garage sale The Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley will host a charity garage sale starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 in the club's gymnasium at 2850 Lemon Drive, Simi Valley. Proceeds from the sale will support the club's ongoing programs for youth. More ... Paratransit advisory board set to meet The ADA Paratransit Advisory Committee will meet at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 19 at the Simi Valley Senior Center. The group meets quarterly to review public paratransit issues affecting individuals with disabilities. Individuals interested in discussing these issues and/or learning about th... More ... Art on display Art by Cesar Augusto Tarquino will be displayed beginning tomorrow, Saturday, July 14, at the Simi Valley Library. The artwork may be purchased, and a duplicate can be made for pieces already bought. The exhibit includes scenes of heaven, jewels, flowers, birds, sea life and more. More ... Many Colors Powwow opens next Friday at MC Redbird's Children of Many Colors Powwow will take place Friday through Sunday, July 20 to 22 at the Moorpark College athletic field, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark. The annual gathering will begin with an open flute circle at 6 p.m. Friday. More ...
RIDE AND DANCE- Above, London Lang, 14, of Simi Valley flashes a peace sign as she and friend Desiree Smith, 14, also of Simi Valley take a spin on "Himalaya," a ride at the annual St. Rose of Lima Carnival last Saturday in Simi Valley. More ... Rotary donation keeps wheels rolling The Rotary Club of Simi Sunset recently presented a check for $1,000 to Virgil Stites from the Council on Aging Meals on Wheels program. At each weekly Rotary meeting, speakers present brief presentations on a wide range of topics. A donation is made to the Meals on Wheels program for each ... More ... Police Blotter A 34-year-old male was arrested July 6 in the 2900 block of Sycamore Drive and charged with four counts of sexual battery. A 45-year-old male was arrested in the 1400 block of Madera Road on July 6 and charged with burglary. More ... |
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