Helping children cope with tragedy
      People all across the country were shaken by the recent bridge collapse in Minneapolis. Continuing media coverage has included dramatic pictures of submerged and partially submerged cars and other wreckage.
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Youth are moving on up: make an easy transition to college
      At this time of year, many parents are helping their collegebound children pack up and head off to university. Steve Yapp, owner/operator of PODS of Ventura County and Santa Maria, offers some tips to make the move easier.
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Annual Lobster Fest to serve up tasty crustaceans and steak
Kiwanis fundraiser will feature live blues band
      Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley will serve its 13th annual Lobster Fest from 2 to 8 p.m. tomorrow, Sat., Aug. 18 at Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley. This popular family event features whole Maine lobster flown in that morning and cooked by master chefs.
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