June 27, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

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Strike force

EYE OF THE TIGER--Kyle Footitt, 10, a member of Jason Flame's Tang Soo Do University Demonstration Team, shows off his skills during the Moorpark/Simi Valley Neighborhood for Learning children's event at Arroyo Vista Community Park in Moorpark la More...

By the rocket's red glare

A GRAND DISPLAY- Moorpark's annual Fireworks Extravaganza is scheduled for Thurs., July 3 at Arroyo Vista Community Park. Doors open at 4 p.m. with plenty of family activities and games, live music, flag presentation and a food court. More...

Crackdown on cellphone use starting July 1

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Starting Tuesday, drivers caught using a cellphone without an earpiece, speakerphone or other hands-free device could be cited, and officers say they're eager to enforce the new law. There will be no grace period. More...

Health & Wellness

Local couple pumps up Curves gym

By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com

Brain cancer isn't stopping Pattie White. Neither is her husband's throat cancer or the various other cancers that have claimed the lives of close family members during the past few years. "Why have a bad attitude? More...

Children on wheels need helmets for safety

By Alan Nager, MD Special to the Acorn

Kids on wheels We definitely know when summer is here and kids are out of school. More...

Snooze your way to better health

Experts say that Americans who rely on caffeine and other quick fixes to boost energy levels are losing sight of what is essential to improved physical fitness: a good night's sleep. More...

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Business

Soul and Body Yoga presents variety of clases for all ages, ability levels

By Meg Boberg Special to the Acorn

The Soul and Body Yoga studio- "the first and only yoga studio in Moorpark"- will celebrate its grand opening tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Campus Plaza, a new complex across from Moorpark College. More...

Tuscany Square to open soon

Tuscany Square, a 68,000-square-foot shopping center, is nearing completion. The development is at the southwest corner of Los Angeles and Moorpark avenues. More...

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Schools

Area teachers earn Impact II awards

Moorpark High School instructors Ginger Brandenburg and Donna Fulgham, along with Lucia Lemieux, a teacher at Los Cerritos Middle School in Thousand Oaks, earned the top awards at the 16th annual 2008 Impact II teacher recognition dinne More...

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Pets

Watch the birdie!

NO FEAR- "I was just sitting there when it came up over the railing of the deck," said Karma Salvato of Oak Park. This hummingbird made a surprise appearance in her front yard. "Hummingbirds seem fearless. I was only 5 feet away. More...

Pet of the Week

HAPPY FELLOW- Bo Jangles, a 3year-old beagle/ Chihuahua mix, is ready to find a new home. He is friendly, fun, and eager to please. His new family can take him home right away, because he is already neutered. More...

What's that rustling in the bushes?

RACOONS ON PARADE- A Moorpark couple in the Home Acres area was awakened around 4 a.m. recently with a noisy "coo-crackle" sound under their window. More...

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Faith

Southern Baptists assist in flood relief

Southern Baptisttrained disaster relief volunteers are serving roundtheclock in areas devastated by recent flooding in the Midwest. More...

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Family

An extended family 'on ice' has a warm reunion

FRIENDS AND MEMORIES- Above left, professional skaters Austin Holt, left, and Louella Rehfield, both of Moorpark, pose during the forth annual ice skating reunion party held at Wendy Harper's residence in Moorpark last Saturday afternoon. More...

Local families invited to apply for ABC game show

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Former Agoura resident Allison Kaz, now a Hollywood casting agent, is returning to her hometown to find families that will fit the bill for a new ABC television game show set to air possibly in the fall. More...

Young artists named scholars

The Ventura County Arts Council recently hosted a recognition ceremony for the arts scholars from Ventura County. More...

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Editorials

Time's up for gabby drivers

The countdown is on and wheels are in motion to eliminate "DUI-C," driving while under the influence of cellphones. A new law limiting the use of cellphones in motor vehicles goes into effect July 1. More...

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Your turn to speak

Just as physical exercise is good for the body, First Amendment exercise is good for democracy. More...

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City budget woes won't stop funding for DARE

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Despite funding shortages, city officials voted to continue paying for the school resource officer at Moorpark High School and the DARE anti-drug program offered to fifth-graders throughout Moorpark. More...

Business owners will pay more to register

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

The City Council last week approved a proposal to increase annual business registration fees from $30 to $40 for existing businesses. New businesses will pay $90 when they first register and $40 thereafter. More...

Community

Suspected heroin dealer arrested

The Ventura County Sheriff's Department's narcotics investigators received information in March that Joseph Garcia, 24, was selling illegal prescription drugs from his resident in the 6700 block of East Westwood Street in Moorpark More...

Dial-a-ride accused of slow service, rudeness

By Meg Bobert Special to the Acorn

Senior Dialaride, a transportation service for residents of Moorpark aged 62 and older, has drawn complaints from several of its patrons for mistreatment and verbal abuse. More...

Council approves post office location

High Street selected as site for new facility

Moorpark city council last week approved conceptual plans to build a 5,200squarefoot post office on city-owned land at the west end of High Street. More...

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Bulletin Board

4th of July C E L E B R A T I O N S

CALABASAS City of Calabasas hosts annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular, Calabasas High School, 22855 W. Mulholland Hwy. Gates open 5 p.m. Fireworks 9 p.m. Fast Times live band. Free children's play zone. Food, beverages for sale. More...

Datebook

FRI., JUNE 27 Dog Rescue Benefit Rags to Riches Dog Rescue sponsors fundraiser-boutique, 5 to 9 p.m., Vintage of Simi Hills Retirement Home, 5300 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. More...

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Sports

MHS grad Breckley wins national title at Fresno State

The Fresno State Bulldogs shocked the nation Wednesday night by capturing the College World Series title with a 6-1 win over Georgia at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha, Neb. More...

Best of Moorpark

Honoring the top Musketeer athletes from the 2007-08 season
By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

Over the past nine months the Acorn has had the privilege of watching many athletes at Moorpark High. It's a pleasure to watch not only the best players perform but also the others that may never play again after high school. More...

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Police Blotter

Sheriff's Blotter

The following took place within incorporated areas of Moorpark: A post office box in Moorpark was used in an attempted identity theft sometime between Oct. 1, 2001 and May 6, 2008. More...

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On The Town

'Pippin' packs a powerful punch

Play features music penned by 'Godspell' songwriter
By Sally Carpenter sallyc@theacorn.com

For your summertime enjoyment, Camarillo Community Theatre amazes with the rarely produced musical "Pippin," which deserves attention. The title character is the eldest son of King Charlemagne, empire builder of first century AD. More...

Free movie at Simi mall

The Simi Valley Town Center will host a free outdoor screening of "Disturbia" on an inflatable screen at 8 p.m. Mon., June 30 at the mall, 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley. Visitors can bring chairs and blankets for seating. More...

"Get Smart"

Directed by: Peter Segal Starring: Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson, Alan Arkin, Terence Stamp Rated: PG-13 (for brief rude or crude humor) Running time: 110 minutes Best suited for: "Get Smart" (TV), More...

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