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January 25, 2008 / Front Page

Reagan Library, city prepare for round two of GOP presidential debates

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Five Republican candidates will be back in Simi Valley next week when they face off at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in the final GOP debate before the "Super Tuesday" primary on Feb. 5. More...

'Sheriff without a gun' visits Simi to honor Dr. King

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The Simi Valley Second Missionary Baptist Church came alive with dance and praise Monday morning as parishioners and guests gathered to celebrate the birthday of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. More...

Health & Wellness

It's fun and gets the heart pumping

WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers TWO STEPS FORWARD- Simi resident Avery DeMarco, 15, tries the Bungee Run at the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District's Teen Night held last Friday at the Santa Susana Community Center. More...

Bipolar, depression support groups meet in Ventura

The local chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance hosts two support groups in Ventura. One group meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at Bible Fellowship Church, 6950 Ralston St., Room 301 of Building 300. More...

Plush toys donated to Los Robles

Miss Ventura County's Outstanding Teen Chaya Turrow has partnered with Our Community House of Hope to donate 50 plush puppies to Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center for distribution to patients in need of comforting. More...

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Schools

Big changes arrive this summer at Atherwood

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

Atherwood Elementary School will be getting a brandnew look. More...

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Sports

Simi grapplers working hard, getting results

Fitness has been vital to team's success

By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

Simi Valley continues to be a hotbed for high school wrestling. Although the Royal High wrestling team is getting most of the press this season, the Highlanders' nearby rival, Simi Valley High, isn't too shabby either. More...

Gourley will return as Grace Brethren football coach

By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

After taking a year off, Terry Gourley is once again the head coach of the Grace Brethren football team. Gourley, who spent last year as an assistant coach at College of the Canyons, is thrilled to be back with the Lancers. More...

Pioneers gather for basketball tribute

MICHAEL COONS/Acorn Newspapers FAMILIAR FACES- Players and coaches from the 1987-88 Simi Valley High CIF champion boys' basketball team get together for a group photo following a halftime ceremony at last week's game between the Pioneers and Calabasa More...

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Family

Chabad honors tradition of TuB'Shevat

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

On Sunday, Chabad of Simi Valley invited the public to celebrate TuB'Shevat, a Jewish holiday that marks the New Year for trees. More...

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Letters

Simi soldier sends letter home to reassure young family friend

In October of 2007 my daughter, a 12th-grader at Simi Valley High, came home from school very upset because of comments made by students in her government class during a discussion regarding the war we are currently fighting. More...

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Editorials

Doesn't it bug you when . . .

We're fed up, we've had enough and we don't want to take it any more. But we don't know what to do about it, either . . . except complain. Time for another installment of the Acorn's "Doesn't it bug you when . . ." . . . More...

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Neighbors

Handing out hugs by the handful

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Elie Dulay doesn't like to acknowledge her popularity. More...

Annual fundraiser supports spay and neuter program

Love Your Pet event now in its sixth year

The Valley Veterinary NonProfit Corporation is sponsoring the sixth annual Love Your Pet event from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Wood Ranch Golf Club, 301 Wood Ranch Parkway, Simi Valley. More...

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Real Estate

Luxury Townhomes Offered In Ventura

Chapel Lane Townhomes in Ventura feature two to four bedrooms, two to three baths and up to 2,026 square feet of interior living area. More...

Renee Lamkay

Renee Lamkay of Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, has earned the California Association of Realtors Graduate, GRI real estate designation and the Senior Real Estate Specialist designation. More...

Recently Painted

This house has four bedrooms, three baths and a large extra room. The interior has hardwood floors, new carpet and tile, and has been recently painted. More...

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Armed robbers hold up two Simi markets

Police do not believe crimes are connected

Two armed robberies took place in Simi Valley in the past week. Police do not believe the robberies are connected. •An unknown person entered the Knolls Market at 1415 Kuehner Drive in Simi Valley at 12:10 p.m. Friday, Jan. More...

Mountain lion sighting seen as good news

By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com

After a couple of years without any mountain lion sightings in the Simi Hills area, wildlife scientists and conservationists are excited to report a lot of activity over the last few months. More...

Community

Remember falling in love?

Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes someone special to win your heart. Do you recall the moment your spouse or loved one walked into your life? Was it love at first sight? Did fireworks go off and Cupid's arrow find its mark? More...

Avoid cellphone pitfalls

A cellphone contract doesn't always have to be a drain on the wallet. More...

State, federal tax agencies share return tips for '08

Several new filing programs available at no cost to taxpayers

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

As local residents prepare to file their 2007 income tax returns, state and federal officials unveiled new programs, promised better service and reminded taxpayers to be aware of commonly overlooked credits. More...

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Business

Attorney named chair of Chamber

Karen Gabler, attorney and partner with Nordman Cormany Hair and Compton Law Firm, is the new 2008 chair of the board for the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce. More...

Local Italian restaurant chain turns 50

ChiChi's Pizza, the local Italian restaurant chain, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year. More...

Contours Express opens in Simi

Contours Express, the spe- cialized women's circuit training gym franchise, just opened its newest location in Simi Valley. More...

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Police

Blotter

A 34-year-old man was arrested Jan. 16 on N. Parker Court and charged with vandalism of more than $400 and making criminal threats. More...

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Faith

Lutheran church preaches that salvation is a gift received through faith

Places of faith

By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn

Our Savior Lutheran Church 4191 Cochran St. Simi Valley (805) 526-7577 Rev. Gary Stevenson Founded: 1962 Size of congregation: 200-250 Denomination: Evangelical Lutheran Church of America Services: Sunday 8:30, 9: More...

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If you would like to have your House of Worship featured in the Acorn 's Places of Faith series, please send a request to simi@theacorn.com. Please include all appropriate contact information. More...

Dr. King Had the Answer: Stick With Love

"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hate is a toxic energy that can wear many different masks, but behind them all dwells the same thing: fear. More...

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On The Town

Soccer fundraiser kicks up a crowd

Photos by WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers LOOKIE THERE- Simi Valley residents and friends Lisa Noack and Bob Hector, above left, look at items for bid at the Royal High Boys' Soccer Boosters fourth annual comedy night and silent auction held Thursday, More...