October 17, 2008 RSS feed / Community

Secretary of State predicts big turnout Nov. 4

California has registered 16.2 million voters

Political experts believe the Nov. 4 election could bring a record turnout. According to the Secretary of State's latest report, the ranks of registered California voters continue to grow. More...

Police open up investigation into dog attack death

After the death of a local 5year-old girl, detectives from Simi Valley Police Department have launched an investigation to determine whether charges should be pressed against the owner of the dog that bit the young girl. More...

Three candidates vie for water board

Calleguas Municipal District

On Election Day, three Thousand Oaks residents will compete for one seat on the Calleguas Municipal Water District board of directors, Division 2. They are Jeffrey Borenstein, 54, Scott Quady, 54, and John Ecklund, 62. More...

Ghost Tour scaring up Simi's past

The spirits of Simi's past have gathered once again for the annual Ghost Tour at Strathearn Historical Park. More...

Finding new work requires creativity, flexibility

Man credits job center for helping him gain employment

The growing unemployment rate is more than a statistic for Simi Valley resident Edwin Benedetto. More...

Bid awarded for auditorium

Santa Su High project reaches next milestone

Santa Susana High School last week reached another milestone on its journey to build a performing arts center. More...

World-class racquetballers visit athletic club

MICHAEL COONS/Acorn Newspapers HOW IT'S DONE—Top-ranked men's professional racquetball player Rocky Carson warms up before giving a demonstration with Rhonda Rajsich, the No. More...

Extra office hours for voter registration

The County of Ventura Elections Division in Ventura will be open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Oct. 18 for those wishing to register to vote for the Nov. 4 election. The last day to register to vote is Mon., Oct. 20. More...

Be aware of arson

California wildfires pose a year-round threat to lives and property. More...

Forum aimed at helping Simi business owners

The city is hosting the Simi Valley Business Forum from 7:30 to 10 a.m. on Tues., Oct. 21 at the Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. More...

Free trash day this Sunday

Residents of Simi Valley may dispose of residential rubbish for free from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun., Oct. 19 at the Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling Center, 2801 Madera Road. More...

19th district Senate race is one of state's hottest

The state Senate's 19th District is one of the most hotly contested races in California politics, and with just three weeks until Election Day, the outcome is difficult to predict. More...

Candidate says he's learned what voters want

Council challenger is pedaling up support

The way Richard Paul Carter powers his bike across town each weekend you would think he was preparing for the Tour de France. But in fact, he is preparing for a different kind of race: November's general municipal election. More...

Dance concert will benefit Royal Drama Players

Royal High School students will present a dance concert at 7 p.m. Sat., Oct. 25 in the multipurpose room on campus, 1402 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. A silent auction will begin at 6 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Royal Drama Players. More...

Incumbent's goals revolve around improving Simi's quality of life

When Steve Sojka was appointed to the City Council in 1998 to finish out Bill Davis' term, he didn't see himself sticking around long term. More...

The Acorn wants to hear readers' money-saving tips

Acorn readers throughout Simi Valley are well aware that Wall Street's woes will make for tougher times on Main Street this holiday season. More...