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Gallegly criticizes American immigration bill U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly (R-Thousand Oaks) criticized the U.S. immigration bill recently unveiled in the Senate. Gallegly said the new bill would worsen the illegal immigration problem and reward lawbreakers. More ... Online court citation extensions Extensions on minor criminal and traffic violations are now available on the Ventura Superior Court's website at www.ventura.courts.ca.gov. Citations may be extended for 28 days, and turn-in time for traffic school certificates may be extended for 14 days. More ... Bill would ease payments to Rocketdyne workers A bill recently introduced in the House of Representatives would ease payments to former Rocketdyne workers who became ill due to their work at the Santa Susana Field Laboratory. More ... Reagan Library announces 2007 scholarship winners By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com Eighty-seven Ventura County high school seniors were honored for leadership and academic excellence at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. Twelve of the students received $42,500 worth of college scholarships and a copy of "Ronald Reagan, an American Hero" signed by Nancy ... More ...
MOORPARK'S FINEST- The Moorpark Rotary Club presents its annual picks for outstanding law enforcement officers. Above, Dep. Shane Zaring receives his honors as Deputy of the Year from Brian Miller of Sen. Elton Gallegley's office. Top right, Officer Jerry Wood is presented with an award for his ser... More ...
By Meg Boberg Special to the Acorn In a photo atop the piano in his son's home, Ray Hebel's smile shines even though he is gone. A Moorpark resident for more than four decades, the 92-year-old Hebel died last February. "Just a down to earth guy," as described by his son and namesake, Raymond, Hebel was active in Moorpark ... More ... College arts fest to showcase a summer of music, drama, dance This summer Moorpark College will present the Summer Arts Festival, the annual performance series showcasing the dance, music and theater departments. The festival offers a special admission opportunity for high school students who wish to supplement their education or simply partake in ... More ... Kiwanis sponsor benefit Moorpark Kiwanis will host a Wine and Moonlight fundraiser from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thurs., July 21 at the Gardens of the World, 2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. This is a wine tasting event with nine vintners, food vendors, free food buffet, silent auction and a jazz band. Margarita... More ... City offers summer family programs The city of Moorpark Recreation Division offers a variety of recreation programs for all ages. Registration is open for all activities. Sports classes offered this summer include tennis, golf, basketball camp, karate, soccer and Tball. The Youth Basketball League is open to boys and girls... More ...
The Moorpark Active Adult Center presents the following activities for seniors this month. Events require a reservation and will meet at 799 Moorpark Ave. unless otherwise noted. Programs are free unless a donation is requested. More ... Pick up pen for writing contest The Ventura County Writers Club has announced its annual short story contest for 2007. The first prize is $500 and publication of the winner's story. Second prize is $250 and third prize is $125. The deadline for entries is Sat., Sept. 1. Additional contest information, manuscript for... More ... Recipe of the week English walnut cookies By Joyce Barnett Special to the Acorn This is a very good soft cookie and a cookbook favorite, but of course I love nuts in all my cookies. More ... Maritime Museum shows summer films The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum has announced a new schedule of films for the summer. The short films are presented in high-definition and are included with museum admission. The movies include the surf film "The Craving" by Peck Euwer and the Coast Guard Channel's "Wings of 'E... More ... Donations requested for high school academic competitors Moorpark Future Business Leaders of America requests contributions to support the seven students who have qualified to compete in the academic National Competitions this June in Chicago. These students represent Moorpark High School and will compete against hundreds of students from scho... More ...
+The Moorpark City Library invites youth to join Detective LaRue and Get a Clue at the 2007 Summer Reading Club. The summer reading club kickoff is Sat., June 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Signups will continue throughout the summer. More ... Fortnightys will give awards The Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club will meet for luncheon and annual awards ceremony at 10 a.m. Fri., June 8, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 13955 Peach Hill Road, Moorpark. The program will cover the Jamestown settlement, founded 400 years ago. More ... Toastmasters start speaking Toastmasters International will start up a new club in Moorpark, meeting at 6:45 p.m. Wed., June 6 at the Moorpark Boys & Girls Club, 200 Casey Road. Toastmasters clubs create a friendly, supportive environment for members to learn to speak well in front of an audience. There is no ... More ...
BILL SPARKES/Acorn Newspapers EASY DOES IT- Left, John Prescott, of Thousand Oaks, watches as Jess Nepstad, of Moorpark, competes in the putting contest in the recent Hospice of the Conejo's 21st annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Sunset Hills Country Club. Event organizers said they ho... More ...
Residents are invited to participate in any of the following volunteer opportunities in the area. For more information or to sign up, call the phone number listed for the event. More ...
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Going to work has never been a chore for Jackie Welter, a fifthgrade teacher at Arroyo West Elementary School. "I love to teach because every day is like going to Disneyland for the first time. It's always full of surprises," she said. More ... Household tips to save money, energy According to the U.S. Department of Energy, Americans spend more than $160 billion a year to heat, cool, light and live in their homes. Here are some tips to help cut household bills: +Laundry. Wash full loads in cold water. This saves money on energy and water. Hang clothes to dry,... More ...
IMAGINE- The eighth-grade theatre arts class from Mesa Verde Middle School, Moorpark, visits the John Lennon memorial in Central Park during a week-long New York City theatre tour. Don't forget to take the Moorpark Acorn on vacation. Send the photos to the address on page 4. More ... |
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