Annual count shows 3 percent increase
By Carissa Marsh
cmarsh@theacorn.com
The results of the 2011 Homeless Count are in and the numbers, mirroring the economy, aren’t all good. On Jan. 25 about 300 volunteers scoured streets and facilities countywide looking for the homeless. More...
By Anna Bitong
annab@theacorn.com
The Simi Valley Unified School District Board of Education voted Tuesday night in support of a statewide measure that would allow local voters to decide whether to approve a parcel tax with a lower majority vote. More...
Simi Valley will participate in the statewide California Trails Day project on Sat., April 16. Adults and teens age 12 and older accompanied by a parent or guardian can assist with a trail rehabilitation project on the North Ridge Trail from 8 a.m. More...
The Simi Valley Office of Emergency Services is accepting applications for the next Community Emergency Response Training class, which will meet from 7 to 10 p.m. More...
The Moorpark Family Resource Center is hosting a “Coats and Jacket Drive for Japan” through Sat., April 9. The recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan have left many families without shelter. More...
By Carissa Marsh
cmarsh@theacorn.com
City hall is getting a $1-million upgrade. Simi Valley residents won’t be able to see the improvement, but if they enter the building, they’ll be able to feel it. More...