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August 3, 2007 / Front Page

Beware crooks: Bike patrol on the prowl

Bicycle patrol officers are an important new component of the Moorpark Police Department. These officers can enforce the law due to mobility and stealth. More...

There's a new tool in the battle of the bulge- it's called the Glycemic Index. The index ranks all forms of carbohydrates on a scale of zero to 100 on how they affect blood sugar levels and consequently insulin levels. More...

How to enjoy a pest-free summer

Take back your summer fun from those pesky insects. Rather than enjoying backyard barbecues, poolside picnics and other outdoor summer activities, homeowners are being chased indoors as pests put a stinger in summer fun. More...

Mothers need to take care of themselves, too

For many women, an important rite of passage is becoming a mother. However, often after the baby is born, the focus shifts, and routines that were once rituals are forgotten. More...

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Business

Resident honored with performance award from The Pampered Chef

Shiela Addis, Moorpark resident and independent executive director with The Pampered Chef, received a Top Performance Cluster Award for firstline cluster sales at the company's recent national conference in Chicago. More...

Westlake hotel creates official Reagan Suite

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation designated one of the Westlake Village Inn's master suites as the official Ronald Reagan Suite. More...

Company presents at-home tasting parties

Amanda Sanders of Simi Valley is an independent consultant with Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct-sales company which features easyto-prepare gourmet products. More...

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Sports

King of the booth

Bob Miller has been the voice of Los Angeles Kings hockey since 1973

By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

Over the past 34 years many things have changed within the Los Angeles Kings franchise. Players come and go, uniform designs have been altered, and the team has moved from the Great Western Forum to Staples Center. More...

Local ballclub did well in Hueneme

TOP TEAM- An 11- and 12-year-old team from Moorpark Little League finished second at the 49th annual CBC Jr. Baseball Tournament at the Port Hueneme Naval Base. More...

Bull's-eye! Dart throwers win

ON THE MARK- The Ventura Country Dart Association All-Stars, with five members from Moorpark, recently defeated Santa Barbara to win a multi-county tournament at The Bench Warmer in Ventura. More...

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On The Town

'Bye Bye Birdie' flies into High Street

The High Street Arts Center will present the classic family musical "Bye Bye Birdie" from Fri., Aug. 10 through Sept. 16 at 45 E. High St., Moorpark. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. More...

College presents dance concert

The Dance Department at Moorpark College will present its Summer Dance Concert as part of the Summer Arts Festival Thurs. through Sat., Aug. 9, 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center, 7075 Campus Road. More...

"The Simpsons Movie"

Directed by: David Silverman Starring: (voices of) Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Hank Azaria, Yeardley Smith and Harry Shearer MPAA rating: PG-13 (for irreverent humor) Running time: More...

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Editorials

Moorpark: Home sweet home

Have you ever wondered, "Why did I choose to live here?" Moorpark might be the place where you work, but the area has other advantages, too. The Metrolink and Surfliner offer great getaway experiences along the coast. More...

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Full Story

It's been a lot of fun

By Brent E. McCoy thereal@roadrunner.com

It was a warm summer's evening back in August 2003. I was just settling in for a nice quiet evening at home when the phone rang. It was an old cohort of mine. By old cohort, I mean that I had known him for some time. More...

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Violent crimes drop in county

Daniel Wolowicz camarillo@theacorn.com

Throughout Ventura County, violent crimes are down, but home burglaries are up, according to a recent report released by the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. More...

Zaca fire pulls support from Moorpark and countywide

By Meg Boberg Special to the Acorn

Low humidity and strong winds keep the Zaca fire blazing in 15 miles northeast of Buellton, Santa Barbara County. Dry conditions allowed the fire to travel quickly and spread into the Los Padres National Forest. More...

Community

Fire damages local home

A Moorpark residence became uninhabitable due to smoke damage caused by a kitchen fire last week. The blaze apparently started on the stove top, said Capt. Barry Parker, spokesperson for the Ventura County Fire Department. More...

Road rage incident leads to arrest

Jerry William Rice, 44, of Moorpark, was arrested for allegedly brandishing a gun at California Department of Transportation workers early Monday afternoon. More...

Hummingbirds bring joy to Moorpark artist

By Meg Boberg Special to the Acorn

When Magda Hoppe mentions her "little darlings," she's not talking about her tiny-tot relatives. Rather, she's referring to creatures no bigger than her nose. Hoppe is the proud caretaker of her own hummingbird garden. More...

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Bulletin Board

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SUN., AUG. 5 Comic Operetta Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta "HMS Pinafore" opens at Curtain Call Youth Theatre, 8 p.m., Camarillo Community Theatre, 330 Skyway Drive, inside airport. Continues through Aug. 5. More...

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Schools

CSUCI earns accreditation

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Two local universities made the grade last month. California State University Channel Islands received on Tues. More...

Moorpark College needs volunteers for athletic games

Moorpark College has many volunteer opportunities to help with its premier Community College Athletic Program. More...

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Police Blotter

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Vandals displayed too much spirit on July 29 in the 11800 block of Alderbrook Street when, after scratching a car's rear bumper with a sharp object, they bleached the words 'I love UCLA' into the driveway. More...

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Faith

Ancient scroll exhibition inspires local church members

By Sally Carpenter sallyc@theacorn.com

Faith meets historical evidence as seen by local church members when they recently traveled to San Diego to view the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Natural History Museum. More...

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Family

Get ready to grill at cook-off

The Moorpark Chamber of Commerce is seeking a sponsor for the Moorpark Festival and BBQ Rib Cook-off event slated to take place at Tierra Rejada Ranch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat., Sept. 8. More...

Holy Cross boutique seeks vendors

Holy Cross Catholic Church of Moorpark is seeking vendors for its 23rd annual Christmas Boutique scheduled for Sat., Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. More...

Recipe of the week

Molassas cookies

By Joyce Barnett Special to the Acorn

This is an old-time cookie recipe, made with real black molasses, nice and soft. More...

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