Michael Tenenbaum, a 39year-old business lawyer from Thousand Oaks, recently announced the launch of his campaign to challenge Elton Gallegly for the Republican nomination to represent the 24th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. More...

Young baby boomers are feeling younger than ever. Despite their advancing age, boomers continue to feel mentally fit, but physically, they are starting to feel the aches and pains of aging. By taking the right steps before pain slows them down, boomers can maintain their active lifestyl... More...

FRI., MARCH 14 Broadway Medley La Reina High School Regent Performers present "Gypsy Robe: Our Broadway Favorites" 7 p.m., 106 W. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Singers, dancers perform medley of Broadway songs. $8 adults. $5 students, children. Robin Privat (805) 495-6494, ext. 320. More...

IRIS SMOOT/Acorn Newspapers TOP AWARD- Daniel Wolowicz, right, editor of the Camarillo Acorn, accepts the Camarillo Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award during a gala dinner Saturday evening at Las Posas Country Club. First published in 2006, the Camarillo Acorn is delivered every Friday t... More...

About 130 local high school students and business leaders departed their classrooms and offices on Feb. 26 and met to discuss the meaning of ethics in today's society. The annual Homer Dickerson Youth Ethics Conference at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley focused on the im... More...

From 1989 through 2002, Royal High dominated the Marmonte League in boys' volleyball. The Highlanders' won 14 straight league titles in that span, capturing CIF championships in 1989, 1990, 1992 and 1994. More...

KNOWS HIS MANNERS- Brody, a 1-year-old shorthair mix, is the perfect puppy. He is neutered, housebroken, and already knows how to sit, stay and shake. His owners surrendered him because they thought he was too young. This smart puppy is good with other dogs and very friendly. If you would like to a... More...

On Feb. 29, a 38-year-old man was arrested and charged with participating in a speed contest on the corner of Alamo Street and Santa Lucia Street. On the 3900 block of E. More...

For 45 minutes every Sunday, youth takes center stage in an upbeat show presented during the 10:15 a.m. worship services at Discovery Church in Simi Valley. Geared toward elementary-age children and their parents, "Discovery Kidz" teaches values and virtues gleaned from the Bible with the hel... More...

When it comes to children, ensuring proper oral healthcare doesn't have to be a daunting taskAlthough in a recent survey of 2,000 adults 39 percent said they find it challenging to engage their children in brushing their teeth, it can and should be done. More...

Directed by: Roland Emmerich Starring: Steven Strait, Camilla Belle, Cliff Curtis, Nathanael Baring and Reece Ritchie Rated: PG-13 (intense action and mostly bloodless violence) Running time: 108 minutes Best suited for: More...

In response to the Acorn's March 7 article "Park district has issues with Knolls development," Ventura County requires two exits for a development like the one proposed in The Knolls, an especially important rule in a fire-prone area like ours. More...

This time next year we'll be saying a farewell to the old analog television technology. All television stations are being required by the Federal Communications Commission to switch to digital programming. The change already is underway. More...

A former day-care center at 3802 Avenida Simi was intentionally set ablaze last weekend when more than 70 firefighters from the Ventura County Fire Department used it for training. More...

The exterior of this home in Woodridge gated estates has just been repainted. This home was built by Pinnacle (Manors) in 2002 and is approximately 5496 square feet. There are 5 bedrooms, 5. More...