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June 13, 2008 / Front Page

No gas necessary

IRIS SMOOT/Acorn Newspapers TWO-WHEEL TRANSPORT- Quincy Smith, 6, zooms around an obstacle course at the fourth annual Grace Brethren Bike Rodeo, held in the church parking lot last Saturday afternoon. More...

Hitting the high seas for the B&G Club

IRIS SMOOT/Acorn Newspapers VINTAGE COLLECTION- Scott and Kristen Tignac of Simi Valley take their pirate costumes seriously when dressing up for the Simi Valley Boys & Girls Club's 30th annual auction and dinner last Saturday evening at the club. More...

Health & Wellness

Teach kids how to stay safe during the summertime

Broken bones and head injuries are most common summer emergencies

By Alan Nager, MD Special to the Acorn

Kids on wheels We definitely know when summer is here and kids are out of school. More...

Car seats for kids are a must

The widespread use of car seats for children has reduced the number of injuries and fatalities on American roads, but experts agree that more needs to be done. More...

Nar-anon family group meets every Saturday

The Simi Valley Nar-Anon Family Group meets at 7:30 p.m. every Saturday night in room 10 at the United Methodist Church, 2394 Erringer Road, Simi Valley. This is a 12-step support group for the friends and families of drug addicts. More...

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Sports

Four for the Month

It's June. Soon you'll be beachside, or poolside, or lakeside, or in Riverside- somewhere where you'll need something to read. More...

Despite final score, football's elite enjoy their experiences at county All-Star game

Simi's Jackson named Offensive Player of the Game for East squad

By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

This was one occasion where losing didn't sting so much. More...

Team USA stymied by Australia

THUNDER FROM DOWN UNDER- USA Men's Water Polo player Jeff Powers, left, takes a shot while Australia's Grant Richardson defends during Tuesday's exhibition match at Cal Lutheran University. More...

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Police

Blotter

A 56-year-old man on the corner of Royal Avenue and Corto Street was arrested June 4 and charged with voluntary manslaughter. More...

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Faith

Cornerstone wants to leave legacy of community service

Places of Faith

By Angela Randazzo Special to the Acorn

Cornerstone Community Church 2080 Winifred St. Simi Valley (805) 581-9532 Pastor Francis Chan Founded: 1994 Size of congregation: 4,000 Denomination: nondenominational Services: Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m., 5 p.m. More...

Simi youths called to the Torah

Hayley Reshew was called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on March 29 at Temple Etz Chaim in Thousand Oaks. She is the daughter of Debbie and Ed Reshew of Simi Valley and a seventh grade honor student at Valley View Middle School. More...

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On The Town

Simi Town Center presents 'Summer concerts al fresco'

Simi Valley Town Center will present its free outdoor concert series, "Summer Concerts al fresco," from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday from June 12 to Sept. 11 in Center Court, 1555 Simi Town Center Way. More...

Going Greek

OPA!- A festive atmosphere is enjoyed during a Greek dance by Lill Herr, center, a Simi Valley resident, during the 30th annual Ventura County Greek Festival at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Camarillo last Sunday. More...

Youth theater to hold auditions for 'Iolanthe'

Curtain Call Youth Theatre will hold auditions for its teen summer musical theater/opera workshop from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17 at the Camarillo Community Theatre, 330 Skyway Drive, Camarillo. More...

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Columns

Secret life of seeds

As I watch spring transition into early summer, my thoughts turn toward seeds. Even though new flowers continue to bloom, early spring blossoms are now wilted and dried, leaving only their seeds as evidence of life. More...

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Editorials

True works of art

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." - Pablo Picasso This time, it's Dad's turn. The Simi Valley Acorn proudly present kids' artwork of their fathers' faces in today's edition. More...

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Contact your area representatives

City Council *All council members can be contacted through the city manager's office: (805) 583 6701. Mayor Paul Miller E-mail: pmiller@simivalley.org Councilmember Steve Sojka E-mail: ssojka@simivalley. More...

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Hospital forced to cut 26 jobs

No core services will be affected, spokesman says

By Carissa Marsh Special to the Acorn

Simi Valley Hospital this week announced plans to eliminate programs for outpatient therapy, workrelated injuries and endoflife care, which resulted in the layoff of 26 employees. More...

State approves funding for extra westbound lane

$32 million will help build another lane on 118 Freeway next year

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

It appears the westbound 118 Freeway through Simi Valley will be getting a new lane sooner than expected. More...

Mayor says he will run for third term

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Mayor Paul Miller will seek reelection as head of the Simi Valley City Council again this November, he announced Wednesday. More...

Community

Don't pay for a service that's free

Ventura County Assessor Dan Goodwin warns residents about solicitations from private companies offering to provide services, for a fee, that the Ventura County Assessor provides free of charge. More...

List of political contributors may be put online

Council will vote on recommendation to provide greater access

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Local campaign finance statements will soon be available online for public review if the Simi Valley City Council approves a recommendation to post summaries of campaign contributions for all council candidates on the city's website. More...

Flag Day: A good time to remember proper care and protocol over Old Glory

By Nancy Needham nancy@theacorn.com

"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, in divisible, with liberty and justice for all." These words inspire veteran Don Meyer, 80, whether More...

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Schools

Special seniors make 'Grace'ful exit

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

One by one, the seniors of Grace Brethren High School's class of 2008 marched proudly down the center aisle as their closest family and friends waited in anticipation of the Christian school's commencement. More...

Santa Susana High School Class of 2008

Sarah Leigh Abrams, Salvatore Andres Accardo, Lizeth Natalie Alvisurez, Melissa Marie Amico, Sara Lynn Anderson, Victoria Lynn Arvizu, Chester David Ashworth, Kacee Diana Astorga, More...

Santa Susana standout seniors

Steffi Khurana, daughter of Gurvinder and Rashvinder Khurana, is the senior class valedictorian. She achieved highest honors in the school's academies of science and humanities, and honors in math. More...

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Pets

Pet of the Week

LET'S BE FRANK- Frankie is a two-year-old Siamese mix. She has beautiful blue eyes, is calm and quiet and would make a wonderful house cat. Frankie can be adopted at the Camarillo Animal Shelter, ask for ID #A441965. More...

Let us hear your critter 'tails'

The Simi Valley Acorn invites you to send your favorite pet story for publication on the Critter Corner page. We love our pets and want to give them the recognition they deserve. More...

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Family

Yee-Ha! It's a two-wheel rodeo

BIKES FOR ALL SIZES- At left, Emily Tabor, 13, of Simi Valley helps her little brother Theo, 3, navigate the obstacle course on his tricycle at the fourth annual Grace Brethren Bike Rodeo. More...

'Catch the Reading Bug' at Ventura Co. libraries

The Ventura County Library summer reading programs will run from Monday, June 16 to Saturday, Aug. 23. More...

Am I crazy?

My wife and 4-year-old son think I'm crazy. Friday the 13th is approaching, a day that rains bad luck on some people, and I don't want to discover that the air conditioner in my house is broken. I don't want to "accidentally" turn up dead. More...

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Letters

Government must get involved in gas price situation

Just got in from a 10mile bicycle ride as part of my daily workout. While riding on Royal Avenue I observed two different gas stations within a half-mile apart. For 87 octane, one was asking $4.39 and the other $4.23 per gallon. More...

Residents invited to join peace rally

On the third Friday of every month, thousands of people come together to do something for peace. It can be something as simple as saying a prayer, writing a letter, calling a congressperson or joining a peace vigil. More...

Youth should consider giving lacrosse a shot

"Lacrosse? That's the game with the nets, right?" This is a question I am constantly asked. Lacrosse is the fastestgrowing sport and continues to gain popularity. More...

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Neighbors

Friends, family plant tree to honor young accident victim

Ceremony at Hollow Hills in memory of Travis Hansen

By Brennan Whitmore Special to the Acorn

Friends and family gathered Saturday at Hollow Hills Fundamental Elementary School to honor the life of former student Travis Hansen. More...

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