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July 25, 2008
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Old Simi Hospital building demolished
MAKING WAY FOR THE NEW- Penhall Company employees Armando Rocha, left, and Juan Garcia use fire hoses to keep down dust as heavy machinery is used to demolish the old Simi Valley Hospital building on Monday. Nearly all of the original hospital, which opened in 1965, is being torn down to make spa... More...
Three say they were assaulted during June political rally
Criminal complaints filed against assemblywoman's chief-of-staff
By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com

Three people who were allegedly "body checked" by a local politician's top aide at a protest last month say sheriff's deputies are investigating the incident and criminal charges may be filed. More...

Rough economy won't curtail park improvements
More than $14 million in upgrades scheduled for Simi parks
By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com

Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District has adopted a preliminary $19.7-million operating budget for fiscal year 2008-09. The district's board of directors will likely approve a final budget at a public hearing scheduled for August. More...

 Community
•Fiction contest deadline approaching
If you think you have a knack for writing, put your creative juices to work this summer in the Acorn contest "Fiction in a Nutshell." Here's how it works: In 100 words or less, write a piece of fiction and e-mail it to simi@theacorn.com. You may also send it by mail to the address ... More...
•In the event of a quake, CERT training could be the difference
•Pair arrested for tossing rocks from freeway overpass
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 Health & Wellness
•An ever-present help
The American Psychological Association does an annual survey of attitudes and perceptions of stress among the general public. Last year's survey revealed that 77 percent of Americans experienced stress-related physical symptoms and 73 percent reported psychological symptoms. Issues rel... More...
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 Datebook
•Datebook
Fri., July 25 Children's Adventures Wendee's Musical Adventures, Calabasas Library, 300 Civic Center Way. For children 5 years and younger. No strollers allowed. Free, no tickets required. More...
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 Business
•Core Fitness Boot Camp
Core Fitness Boot Camp is a complete fitness and nutrition program for those looking to drop body fat and tone up. Owners Ken Basson and Bryan Baker live in Simi Valley and have more than 40 years training experience between them. They have a six-week boot camp that helps people lose weight, bo... More...
•Kevin Panet
•Conejo Tankless Water Heaters
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 Schools
•Kiwanis recognize all-around students
At the end of this past school year, the Kiwanis of Simi Valley presented the Hope of America award to graduating elementary and middle school students who possess outstanding leadership ability, ethical and moral character, academic achievement, and show promise of future success and ser... More...
•Honor roll
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 Sports
•Tournaments a big hit for Simi Youth Baseball
Local Pinto team wins World Series title
By hosting the Shetland and Pinto World Series last weekend, Simi Valley Youth Baseball got to showcase its stateoftheart athletic complex. A title-winning performance by one of the league's home teams was just icing on the cake. More...
•Football is in the air
•City golf championship next weekend
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 Pets
•Pet of the Week
WHAT A CHARMER- Gunner, a 1-year-old purebred black lab, is extremely well-mannered and gentle. He is playful and friendly, but very obedient. He would do well with children of all ages and other dogs. If you would like to adopt Gunner, ask for animal ID number A445388 at the Camarillo Animal Sh... More...
•Pet adoption event this Sunday in Camarillo
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 Police
•Blotter
On July 16, a 50-year-old woman was arrested and charged with theft in the 2600 block of Park Center Drive. The following were arrested July 17 and charged with possession of a controlled substance: A 24-year-old woman in the 5000 block of E. Los Angeles Avenue and a 37-year-old wo... More...
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 Faith
•Give your Hulk a hug
In its latest version, "The Incredible Hulk" has once again become an instant smash (no pun intended) and has caused quite a stir among movie audiences. According to the story line, when mild-mannered scientist Dr. More...
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 Family
•Family fun aplenty at this year's St. Rose of Lima carnival
For decades the annual St. Rose of Lima Family carnival has drawn fun-seeking kids and their families to the grounds of the Simi Valley Catholic church. Last weekend was no exception. "Around 12,000 people showed up," carnival chairman Ed Roberts said. "We had a big crowd here on Friday. More...
•Getting ready for football season
•Resident wins $75,000 in lottery's Big Spin game
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 On The Town
•Dreams dissolve into dust in 'Merrily' musical
Play review
Those who appreciated the unusual storytelling of the movie "Memento" will find themselves likewise challenged by the bittersweet musical "Merrily We Roll Along," presented by the Moorpark College Theater Arts Department. Like the movie, "Merrily" tells its story backwards, beginning in 1976... More...
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 Letters
•Not impressed with fireworks enforcement
I read the letter from Simi Police Chief Mike Lewis in the Acorn July 18 and I would like to comment. He tried to make it sound as if he was making an impact on the reduction in fireworks in Simi Valley on the Fourth of July. He certainly was not in my neck of the woods because it was... More...
•Drivers need to be reminded red light means stop
•Donations could be better spent
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 Editorials
•Let's give a permanent 'time out' to those pesky child labor laws
It's hard to believe that a huge segment of our population is contributing virtually nothing to the economy, but it's true. And now, when everybody needs some extra cash to buy gasoline, is the perfect time for these freeloaders to get to work and earn their keep. More...
•Cartoon
•For the Record
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 Neighbors
•Friends rally to help injured biker get back on his feet
Motorcyle accident leaves local welder unable to work
Simi Valley resident Pat Myhr may have to celebrate his 50th birthday in the hospital next month. A May 30 motorcycle accident in Kern River Canyon outside of Bakersfield shattered both his arms, his right foot, hip, pelvis and several vertebrae, and has left the self-employed welder ... More...
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 Real Estate
•This Home Is Located On A CulDeSac Near Award-Winning Schools
This single family 4 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom home with more than 2150 square feet has been remodeled and upgraded. It opens up to a hardwood floor entry and formal living room with crown molding and vaulted ceilings. More...
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