Oxnard—I was going through the endless labyrinth of paperwork involved with having a Kidney Transplant last weekend when I decided to take a break to use the bathroom. I caught a glimpse of myself out of the corner of my eye and thought about the lyric, “And the sign said the long-haired freaky need not apply.” In case you’re wondering, the picture of J-Train and I kissing took place shortl...
Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard—The City of Oxnard’s Veteran’s Day Ceremony at Plaza Park continues with Mayor John Zaragoza reading a proclamation about Armistice Day, which concluded World War I. THE City held a moving ceremony at Plaza Park on Monday, November 11, which drew a large crowd that wanted to thank Veterans for their service to the United States of America. “The Allied victory in World War I affirmed...
Nov 29, 2024
Ventura— The Antique Adventures Car show braved the rain and held a small but enjoyable gathering on Sunday, November 24. THE Group enjoyed hot coffee and tasty donuts, swapped stories about their rides, and made Thanksgiving and Christmas plans. Pharoahs Car Club SoCal General Tom Berger brought his 2000 Ford F-150 Truck, left his classic 1937 Ford Slantback home, and said he had nothing s...
Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard—It was a shoppers’ delight at Port Hueneme VFW on Sunday, November 17, as the Post continued its tradition of offering a Holiday Shopping Paradise, which meant great gifts everywhere, fitting every budget, all handmade and ready to go. THE event drew a huge crowd along with 33 vendors, with some of the proceeds benefitting the American Cancer Society. Event Organizer Marci Fiala has...
Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—The City Council, during its Tuesday, November 19 meeting, approved a contract amendment and budget appropriation for design activities for the Campus Park activation project. The third amendment to the project with Moore, Goltsman Incorporated is for $180,325, not exceeding $1.282 million, to perform landscape architecture and design services and authorizes a $65,000 budget appropria...
Nov 22, 2024
Ventura—The City Council, during its Tuesday, November 19, meeting, heard a progress update on its 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 goals. The Council retired, completing the Fire Services initiative within the 2023-2024 calendar year and its 2022-2023 goal to protect and restore Ventura’s Coastline. Assistant City Manager Carlene Saxton presented the update and said the Council recommended it trans...
Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard - It’s no secret that Daisy is a finicky eater, and this has been a persistent problem for her. FOR the longest time, we found some respite with this and bought her some expensive and fresh dog food; then, one day, it was over, and she would cry. We changed flavors and mixed in some expensive dry food to change things up, which was scoffed. The solution? The J-Train and I went to the...
Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—The City Council approved an agreement with KYA Associates for improvements at the Oxnard Tennis Center during its Tuesday, November 19 meeting. THE Council approved $1.543 million in project funds to design and build the Oxnard Tennis Center and have Mayor John Zaragoza execute a $1.397 million with a $27,948 contingency for engineering, inspection, surveying, and project management....
Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—Kids of all ages enjoyed a special Storytime featuring “I’m a Shark!” by Bob Shea, hunted for real fossils, made their own shark puppet, and played in the professional puppet theater. THE highly educational and interactive event piqued minds, demonstrating the South Oxnard Public Library is a valuable resource for the community. Librarian, Krista Ward-Sell, specializes in the Childre...
Nov 22, 2024
Ventura—The Vintage Winter Wonderland, a curated vintage shopping experience alongside Just Our Junk and Santa Barbara Apothecary Company, was a day of winter magic and vintage treasures. SHOPPERS loaded up on ornate winter treasures and went home with full bags, big smiles, and no regrets. Burnie Gilmore said she brings home treasures that speak to her. “It has to scream at me, and I have...
Nov 22, 2024
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