I remember how fond of sports I was as a child, so I tried exposing our 12-year-old son to as many sports as possible. His favorite, until this year, was baseball. This was until we ran into coaches who do not care about the children. Full Story

Affholter, 46, failed to return Sunday night

   Police are searching for 46-year-old Simi Valley resident Erik Affholter, a former NFL player who went missing after going for a hike Sunday. Full Story

   Two Simi Valley cops were cleared of sexual harassment charges last week when the female officer who lodged the complaint withdrew her claims. Full Story

   SUN., SEPT. 4 Flea Market And Collectibles Faire 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on grounds of Dudley House at Ashwood Avenue and Loma Vista Road, Ventura. Antiques, jewelry, dolls, crafts for sale. House open 1 to 4 p.m. for docent tours. Free admission. Full Story

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