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Miniature golf course a big point of contention

Revised plans for Sinaloa Park haven’t won over critics
By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com
The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District has been fighting an uphill battle with residents for nearly three years over a proposal to revamp and expand the Sinaloa Golf Course to include three 18-hole miniature golf courses. More...

City says new Target store still a go

By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com

It seems that plans to build a long-anticipated Target store on the western end of Simi are moving forward—albeit slowly and out of sight. More...

Health & Wellness

There are no short cuts to shaping up

Lasting results take time, energy, honesty
By Sarita Shoemaker Special to the Acorn

In our industry we are constantly meeting people looking for a quick fix to their healthrelated problems. They want to be thinner now. They want to run faster now. Now, now, now. More...

How to eat out without packing on pounds

Eating out at restaurants without growing the waistline can be challenging, as consumers are often faced with fattening choices and have little control over what goes into their meals. More...

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Business

Taste of Simi tantalizes taste buds again

Annual event puts local eateries on display

Lost Canyons Golf Club provided the setting for the annual Taste of Simi and Mega Mixer on Fri., July 9. More...

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Sports

Simi summer sports teams scoring big

STORM’S A BREWIN’—The Simi Storm U-14 travel ball team won the Tourney by the Sea in Ventura on June 6-7. The victory qualified the group for Nationals in July. More...

Simi Valley’s ‘Shrekpoised for stardom

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

Some teammates call Adam Schechter “Birdman.” Others refer to him as “Sheck.” Simi Valley High football head coach Lance Martin has morphed Schechter’s nicknames into “Shrek.” Yes, just like the movi More...

Westlake golfer claims city tournament title

Aaron Smith of Westlake Village won the Simi Valley City Amateur Golf Championship by five strokes Sunday at Simi Hills Golf Course. Smith posted a 12-under-par 130 during the two-day event. More...

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Family

Pet of the Week

‘I WANT YOU’—Sammy is a female tortie point Siamese mix kitten in need of a home. If you would like to adopt Sammy, ask for animal ID No. More...

Secondhand boutique to benefit community

Warehouse sale Aug. 15 to precede store opening

The Simi Valley Community Foundation, a nonprofit charitable organization, is preparing to open Treasure Hunters Boutique, an upscale secondhand store, to raise funds for the Simi Valley Alliance for Human Services and other community need More...

Active adults will go headto-head in annual Simi Community Games

Opening ceremonies are Sept. 1

The Simi Community Games are for those ages 50 and up who want to compete against other seniors for ribbons and medals. Both active and sedentary activities are available. The games are free. The opening ceremonies will be 7 p.m. More...

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Letters

Family of boy killed in accident grateful for letter

We were so touched by the outpouring of emotion in Marlene Walsh’s letter (Simi Valley Acorn , July 10) regarding my 12½yearold son, Travis Hansen. More...

Comments lead Reagan critic to defend the Gipper

If someone would have told me it would happen, I never would have believed it. I have never been a fan of Ronald Reagan's presidency, but now I feel I must defend him. More...

Praise for Palin went too far

Wow, you gave my heart a start. More...

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New details in Torrence case paint differing views of the deceased

By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com

Friends of a Simi Valley man who died after struggling against police officers are speaking out about the good nature and musical talent of the 35-year-old. More...

Program opens doors for homebuyers

By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com

Growing up, Simi resident Mike Corral wanted to live the American dream. He wanted a good job, a family and a decent home. More...

Fiction contest deadline nears

All entries for the Acorn ’s “Fiction in a Nutshell” contest must be received by Mon., Aug. 10. More...

Community

New housing proposal denied

By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com

Dozens of residents at last week’s City Council meeting expressed their disapproval of a proposal to build 32 single-family homes on a lot currently zoned for 17—and the council ultimately heeded their concerns. More...

Pay your water bill online

The city of Simi Valley offers free online utility payment service for Waterworks District No. 8 residential and commercial utility customers. More...

Vacancy on Housing Authority board must be filled

The city of Simi Valley is taking applications to fill the remainder of a four-year commissioner position of the Area Housing Authority of the Ventura County Board of Commissioners. The vacated term ends Feb. 23, 2012. More...

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Schools

Help kids develop a passion for reading

Getting a child to read can be challenging, but a recent survey found that 96 percent of U.S. and Canadian parents recognize the importance of having strong reading skills for school and as an adult. More...

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Police

Man accused of stealing from mother’s bank account while she lived in care facility

Simi Valley resident Thomas Pinneri, 54, was arrested July 24 on charges of stealing almost $100,000 from his mother’s bank accounts. More...

Police Blotter

At Socrates Avenue and Aristotle Street, a man, 26, was arrested July 14 on suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance. More...

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Faith

Baptists help pass anti-tobacco legislation

Landmark legislation approved June 11 by the Senate gives the Food and Drug Administration authority to effectively regulate the manufacture, marketing and sale of tobacco products. More...

Rethinking Calvin’s legacy

Celebrate John Calvin as an inspiration not a saint, say Reformed church leaders. More...

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Dining & Entertainment

“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince”

Harry Potter (household name Daniel Radcliffe) begins his sixth year (and sixth film) at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with old friends Ron and Hermione (Rupert Grint, Emma Watson). More...

Celebrity musician Mickey Jones to host Kiwanis’ annual blues fest

The fourth annual Simi Valley Blues Festival 2009 will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat., Sept. 5 at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave. More...

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Editorials

Water mandate goes too far

Drought or no drought, the city of Simi Valley’s latest water restrictions—which go into effect today—take enforced conservation one step too far. More...

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Neighbors

SoCal Curling Club invites new member

The SoCal Curling Club will host an open house and learn to curl session for anyone interested in the sport from 6:45 to 9:15 p.m. Sat., Aug. 1 at the Easy Street Iceoplex, 131 W. Easy St., Simi Valley. More...

Rice speaks to record crowd at library

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice spoke of returning to core Republican values earlier this month at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley. More...

Community Council celebrates volunteers

The Simi Valley Community Council ended the 2008-09 year with a celebration of the volunteers who help support the community through philanthropic activities. The event was the President’s Breakfast at the Grand Vista Hotel in June. More...

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