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. The free event included bike races, games, obstacle courses and vendor booths offering a variety of services to families. For more pictures from the event see page 33. More...
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. Terminated staff includes physical and occupational therapists, admitting clerks, nurses and nursing assistants. More...
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. The solicitations come under a variety of business names, most claiming to act as a homeowner's agent to guarantee a lower property tax bill. More...
Broken bones and head injuries are most common summer emergencies
Kids on wheels We definitely know when summer is here and kids are out of school. It's the busiest time for us, with the number of kids coming in with injuries doubling, and at times tripling, and when we're busy in the Emergency Department of Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, it means children are at risk, often life-threatening. More...
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...
It's June. Soon you'll be beachside, or poolside, or lakeside, or in Riverside- somewhere where you'll need something to read. Unfortunately, the Weekly World News is no longer in circulation, so you won't have that option to fall back on. More...
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. Occasionally pets have already been adopted, so call (805) 388-4341 or visit www.vcar.us before going to the shelter. More...
A 56-year-old man on the corner of Royal Avenue and Corto Street was arrested June 4 and charged with voluntary manslaughter. On June 4, an 18-year-old man was arrested and charged with domestic battery in the 1200 block of Sycamore Drive. More...
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...
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. The free event included bike races, games, obstacle courses, and vendor booths offering a variety of services to families. Above, Gavin Emslie, 8, leans into the wind as he races around the church parking lot, chased by Quincy Smith, 6, and other friends. More...
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. The shows are family-friendly and guests can bring blankets and chairs for seating. More...
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. My fiancee, within Simi Valley, saw it as high as $4.59 on the same day. More...
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. The wild cucumber's spike balls peel open to drop their potential. More...
"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...
Ceremony at Hollow Hills in memory of Travis Hansen
Friends and family gathered Saturday at Hollow Hills Fundamental Elementary School to honor the life of former student Travis Hansen. The 13-year-old was killed in September 2007 on his way to Hillside Middle School when the bicycle he was riding was hit by a pickup truck. More...
FRI., JUNE 13 Human Relations IQ Thosuand Oaks-Westlake Village Regional Chamber of Commerce's Networking Breakfast of Champions, 7 to 9 a.m., Los Robles Greens Banquet Center, 299 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. Registration 6:45 a.m., early bird drawing 7 a.m. More...
For most people their home is their single largest investment, yet when they are ready to sell, most people take little care in finding the right person for the job. Selling your home can sometimes be a challenging and frustrating experience. But with the support and guidance of an experienced professional, it can be a smooth and enjoyable process. More...
Hitting the high seas for the B&G Club