February 29, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

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Artwork on the road

WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers FLOWER POWER- Simi resident Emma Topolcsik, 7, creates a colorful chalk drawing in the middle of Balcolm Canyon Road, which was closed to traffic last Saturday, Feb. 23 for the 2008 Tour of California. More...

Help available to homeless vets, but they must want it first

Part 2 of a two-part series
By Carissa Marsh Special to the Acorn

For five years in the '60s Frank Mastre served his country as an active duty member of the United States military- and for the last five years Frank Mastre has been homeless. More...

Health & Wellness

Booklet provides pointers on talking with aging parents about assisted care

By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn

It can be very difficult to speak with an aging parent about assisted living. More...

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Business

Course teaches Realtors how to make best use of the Internet

The National Association of Realtors is offering its members the e-PRO certification course, the only technology certification program offered by the association. More...

Send us your brief

If you have business news to announce, such as an award, a promotion, a new location or other information, please write to us at the address on page 4 on send release to simi@theacorn.com. More...

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Sports

Former Pioneer softball stars trying to right the ship at Syracuse

Despite team's struggles, hometown bond unites Roehner and Miller
By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

Two years removed from the best season in school history, the Syracuse University softball team has struggled to an 0-8 start this season. More...

Top local grapplers set for state meet

Royal's Cortez, Simi's Barr make the cut

This weekend in Bakersfield several of the area's top wrestlers will be competing in the CIF State Championships. More...

Photo

Time for another installment of Four for the Month, the book recommendation column that's sweeping through Simi Valley (actually, one of our writers thinks he heard a guy talking about it at the bookstore, but we'll take whatever we can More...

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Police

Blotter

A 30-year-old woman was arrested Feb. 20 on the 3900 block of Alamo Street and charged with five counts of burglary and nine counts of fraudulent use of an access card. More...

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Family

Scandinavian Festival back at CLU

The Scandinavian Festival will return to the California Lutheran University campus from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 19 and 20 with an expanded area for crafts, games and other family activities. More...

'Bowls of Hope' seeking student artwork

Many Mansions invites students of all ages to submit artwork for display at the Bowls of Hope Project from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 6 at the Vineyards in Simi Valley. More...

Poetry reading at college

The Associated Students Board of Moorpark College and Poets and Writers will host The Read: Poetry and Stories from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 at the Moorpark College Library third floor, 7075 Campus Road. More...

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Letters

Reader stands by her facts about the war in Iraq

Thank you for the opportunity to respond to those who are questioning where I got my facts about the Iraqi civilians killed or displaced by the U.S. invasion and the ensuing violence. More...

Letter was not an attack on soldiers

There is no mistake about my letter published in the Acorn . The purpose was not to disparage what our brave troops are doing overseas, not just in Iraq, but in all the overseas countries. More...

Can relate to frustration over tree removal

I read the letter from Bren Mercado and understand her frustration. I, too, have recently had issues with a tree in front of my home that is city owned but overhangs into my driveway. More...

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Editorials

Are young people becoming too obsessed with their looks?

Is it a "California thing" or are children nationwide becoming obsessed with their appearance? Nobody, of course, would argue with sending your kid to an orthodontist if his teeth are crooked. Bad teeth can also affect speech and chewing. More...

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Real Estate

This Home Offers Professionally Organized Closets And A Travertine Entry

This contemporary 4 bedroom home's entry has travertine flooring, champagne carpet and soaring 2-story ceilings. More...

Edna Murphy and Jeanne Archer

The Westlake Village Branch of Dilbeck Realtors is pleased to announce their association with Edna Murphy and Jeanne Archer. More...

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Despite revenue drop, city pledges balanced budget

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

City officials this week said they'll end the fiscal year with a balanced budget, despite reports that Simi Valley's revenues are nearly $820,000 below what had been projected for 2007-08. More...

Hospital CEO resigns

Change will not affect opening of new tower, officials say

Gary Irish will resign as president and CEO of Simi Valley Hospital Friday, March 8, according to Scott Reiner, senior vice president of Adventist Health and board chair of the hospital. More...

Alcohol sting busts 15 Simi vendors for wrongdoings

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The Simi Valley Police Department issued citations to the employees of 15 different local businesses this week, after conducting an undercover investigation into the sale of liquor to minors. More...

Community

Vote to approve alternate funding for auditorium delayed

Project is $4.4 million over budget
By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

The Simi Valley Unified School District board on Tuesday delayed a vote on alternate funding for the proposed Santa Susana High School auditorium. More...

General Plan update report shows Simi falling short of housing needs goals

More than half of units built in '07 were for abovemoderateincome families
By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The city of Simi Valley met about half of its goal last year in terms of providing new housing units in the community, according to a recently submitted Simi Valley General Plan annual progress report. More...

Know how to identify a phone scam when the time calls

Periodically, e-mails warning of a scam involving calls from the 809 area code circulate. The e-mails contend that there has been fraud associated with unscrupulous payper-call operators in that area code. More...

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Schools

County library offering practice tests online

The Ventura County Library is offering LearningExpress Library, a new online test preparation database to help students overcome testtaking anxiety. More...

Apollo High School in running for Governor's physical fitness award

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

Apollo High School students are proving their commitment to physical fitness doesn't stop when the final bell of gym class rings. More...

Reagan Foundation scholarships available to qualified seniors

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation has announced its ninth year of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Scholars Program. More...

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Pets

Pet of the Week

WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers KID-FRIENDLY- Tyra is a 1-year-old female ragdoll. She is friendly, tolerant, sweet and gets along with kids and other animals. Tyra can be adopted at the Camarillo Animal Shelter. Call (805) 388-4341 and ask for ID No. More...

Rescue group receives large donation

Canine Adoption and Rescue League of Ventura, a nonprofit organizations run almost entirely by volunteers, recently received a $500,000 grant from the Annenberg Foundation to support the center's capital campaign. More...

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Faith

Loving the Word at Faith Christian

Places of faith
By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn

Faith Christian Church of Simi Valley 1925 Royal Ave. Simi Valley (805) 581-0938 www.faithchristiansv. More...

Let us profile your house of worship

If you'd like to be featured in the Simi Valley Acorn 's ongoing feature, "Places of Faith," please write us at simi@theacorn.com or at the address on page 4. More...

Churches purchase 'eco-palms' for Palm Sunday

More than 300 million palm fronds are harvested each year for consumption in the United States, mostly for Palm Sunday worship and floral displays for churchrelated events, according to Lutheran World Relief. More...

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On The Town

Artist's sketches highlight lives of Native American women

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Jorge Sanchez has always had a knack for creation. Whether it was in furniture manufacturing, industrial engineering or graphic design, the 68year-old Simi Valley resident's life calling came out through his conceptual and hands-on talents. More...

Paul's hosting murder mystery dinner

Interactive show asks attendees: 'Who done it?'

Gypsy Players presents the interactive murder mystery dinner and show, "The Divine Murders of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood" at Paul's Italian Villa in Simi Valley for Sunday Champagne Brunch performances on March 2 and 16, April 6 and May 18 and a More...

Come hear 'The Sound of Music'

Actors' Repertory Theatre of Simi presents the musical classic "The Sound of Music" from March 1 through April 6 at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. More...

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Neighbors

Loving residents give birthday party for their caring canine companion

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

If every dog has his day, Marshall surely made the most of his. The certified therapy dog celebrated his ninth birthday last Friday at the Simi Valley Care Center, where he's brightened the spirits of seniors for the past five years. More...

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Datebook

Datebook

FRI., FEB. 29 Casino Night Yerba Buena Elementary School presents Casino Night fundraiser, 6 p.m. to midnight, Westlake Village Inn, 31943 Agoura Road. Casino tables, dinner, dance, silent and live auctions. Cocktail attire requested. More...

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