2015-03-20

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'Paywall' removed

The new millennium has been a transformative time for newspaper publishing.

Changing reader habits and the advent of new technology have placed big demands on companies in the print news business.

The Acorn and its parent company, Times Media Group, understand that their biggest responsibility is not only the delivery of credible, relevant information in a timely fashion, but making sure residents have easy access to the publication when stories become available.

That’s why we’re super excited about the news being shared today.

Following a five-year stretch in which Acorn readers were given the option of purchasing online subscriptions to the paper, that so-called “paywall” is coming down.

“Mr. Publisher, tear down this wall,” the late President Ronald Reagan might have once said.

And so we did.

Starting immediately, all online content from our five Acorn publications will be available at no charge to the reader, meaning a paid subscription is no longer required to click and read articles. The weekly Acorn has always been delivered to your driveway at no cost—that more than 40-year tradition will continue—and from now on The Acorn on the internet will be free as well.

Why the change?

The Acorn is your community newspaper, and we want to make sure it stays that way. We believe it’s important that residents feel a connection to the stories we write and also learn about the businesses that advertise in their community. The absence of a paywall is the best way to ensure this free-flow of information remains.

We also invite readers to sign up for the new, easy-to-read Acorn newspaper e-edition delivered weekly to your e-mail. Viewed on mobile, desktop or laptop, the pages are super easy to navigate and, free, just like the print paper.

Local journalism is first gear in the engine that drives America’s free press, and a free press it shall be.

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EXPANSION RIBBON-CUTTING—



Caroline Esparza and Dr. Kant Thakkar, center, surrounded by local dignitaries, cut the ribbon to open thefirst phase of the new emergency wing at Simi Valley Hospital. Esparza is the hospital’s interim president and CEO. Thakkar donated funds for the project.

Czyrklis carries Pioneers to win belts two-run home run infinal high school game



John Wooden once said, “You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” Kira Czyrklis, in her last high school softball game, gave her Simi Valley High softball teammates a priceless gift on a perfect day. The senior captain hit a colossal two-run home run and drove in another run […]

Chamber earns 5-star accreditation



The United States Chamber of Commerce recently awarded the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce with the Five-Star accredited status for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures and positive impact on the community. Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. To receive accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in its […]

Local tourism booming



In June 2014 the Simi Valley Tourism Marketing District was formed in order to handle the year-round increase of tourism in Southern California. Realizing the need for such accommodations, the Simi Valley Chamber Tourism Alliance partnered with Stillwater Agency to create marketing strategies. Together they plan to build the bridges of community relations while welcoming visitors from around the world. […]

Manufacturer paved the road for industry



One man’s groundbreaking idea in 1886 to turn aluminum into a more useful, cost-effective material saw the dawning of a new era. Ohio inventor Charles Martin Hall’s breakthrough led to more than a century of advances for the automotive, aerospace, electronics and construction industries. In 1888, Hall opened the doors of Pittsburgh Reduction Company, which in 1907 became the Aluminum […]

Get screened during colon cancer awareness month



March is Colorectal (Colon) Cancer Awareness Month, a time when survivors, caregivers and advocates seek to educate the public about this serious but preventable disease. This year, 132,700 people in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with colon cancer and 50,000 will die from this disease. Colon cancer can be prevented or caught early through screening, which is recommended […]

‘Go-to’ doctor can coordinate care



This month, medical practice offices, hospitals and many other types of facilities will be commemorating Doctors’ Day 2015. The observance started on March 30, 1933, and was officially recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives in 1958. The medical society auxiliary in Georgia that created the first Doctors’ Day chose the date because it is the anniversary of the first […]

Classic opera depicts fairy love story



Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera “Iolanthe” premiered in 1882 in London’s Savoy Theatre, the first of their plays to debut there. The Savoy was the first theater in the world to be wired for electricity, and the playwrights took advantage of that fact by adding lights to the costumes of the show’s troupe of fairies. One hundred thirty-three years later, […]

Youth of the Year leads by example



Just one year after Melissa Tobey joined the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley with aspirations to complete its leadership training program, the 16-yearold has been named Youth of the Year for making a positive impact through her leadership, volunteer service and her own personal growth. “Winning this award has given me confidence toward the future,” said Melissa, a […]

Bark for Life raises money for American Cancer Society



The fifth annual Bark For Life of Westlake Village will take place Sun., March 22 at Lemon Park, 3700 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. Opening ceremonies will start at 11 a.m. The event will benefit the American Cancer Society. Dogs and their owners will take a one-mile noncompetitive walk. Afterwards, there will be canine games […]