By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard---The Rio Del Sol STEAM Academy was jumping to the beat, Aug. 24, as Hip-Hop Mindset was in the house and holdin auditions for its first dance crew.   The crew will be part of a performing troupe and show off their skills throughout the area after being selected.   Each participant received excellent instruction from teachers, while judges evaluated the performers.    Everyone walked away from the audition a winner because they are part of a group that supports a positive lifestyle full of...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard—The Oxnard Police Department's Third Annual Car Show benefitting the DRAGG (Drag Racing Against Gangs & Graffiti) Program filled downtown, Aug. 25, with people having a great time, hearing good music and enjoying the day.   The show continues to grow each year as over 200 classic cars took part in the event.   Attendees also got the opportunity to dunk a cop in the dunk tank with all the proceeds going toward the DRAGG program and the Oxnard Explorers.   Sergeant Charles Woodruff...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard— Oxnard Shores was the place to be, Aug. 24, as the annual art walk featured stunning works of art of all kinds and community camaraderie that can't be measured.   The event featured the art of 45 neighbors displayed at locations throughout Oxnard Shores.   Attendees each received a map as they arrived and walked the neighborhoods, enjoying all the creations on display.   Event Founder David Gardner was busy, and that’s the way he likes it.   "It's...

By Eric Heinz   LOS ANGELES (CNS)—City and county officials have examined the idea of banning flavored tobacco products in recent months, and today a coalition of health experts, educators and students gathered to voice their support of such a prohibition. The L.A. Families Fighting Flavored Tobacco coalition hosted a news conference in front of the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration after they spoke at a county Health and Mental Health Services cluster meeting. Supporters held inflatable candy and signs to protest the ways in which flavored nicotine products are...

By Mike Stobbe   NEW YORK (AP)—As many as 50 people in at least six states have come down with breathing illnesses that may be linked to e-cigarettes or other vaping products. No deaths have been reported, but at least a few have come close. Some patients have likened onset of the illness to a heart attack, and others to the flu. Symptoms have included shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain and vomiting. Doctors say the illnesses resemble an inhalation injury, with the body apparently reacting to a caustic substance that someone breathed in. Dr. Melodi...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard—The community conversation about what people would like to see at the Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center (PACC) continues with breakout sessions where each member of the group offered suggestions about the future.   Members of the PACC board gathered with community members Aug. 8 and heard the latest about efforts to bring a new operator on board by Jan. 1 and remain a vibrant arts hub in the city, and not close its doors.   Lupe Andiano came to the event because the art is the heart of the...

By Chris Frost chris@triocountysentry.com   Oxnard—The Wilson Senior Center parking lot was transformed into a shopper’s paradise, Aug. 17, as the 9th Annual Rummage sale brought out lots of people looking to clean out their closets, and at the same time, raise money for supplies used by seniors.   Sellers filled the parking lot with exceptional deals for smart shoppers, who left with armloads of treasures.   Rummage Sale Founder Desire Ventura greeted people as they arrived and said astute shoppers were walking away with...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com   Oxnard— The Oxnard Planning Commission held a public hearing on Aug. 15, to receive comments on the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Report for the proposed Public Works Integrated Master Plan.    The Public Works Department oversees the water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater utilities throughout Oxnard and faces challenges managing its services and future water resources.    Assistant Public Works Director Tien Ng presented the item and said the city wants to...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard—The summer may be winding down, but that doesn't stop the Oxnard Special Populations, as the group took advantage of the beautiful weather and enjoyed a day at the park on Aug. 10.   Attendees enjoyed a delicious lunch, the bouncy house and spent the afternoon playing football, Jenga, making necklaces and riding the train, courtesy of the Oxnard City Corp.   Group Leader Maria Sandoval loved the swimming lessons with the kids the most during the summer.   "PAL sponsors our swimming...

By Chris Frost chris@tricountysentry.com Oxnard—The Second Annual Wine Craft Beer & Art Trail at Heritage Square brought out a great crowd ready to sample delicious food, fine wine, beer from the Red Tandem Brewery and bid on silent auction prizes.   The event also featured lots of dancing, as attendees received wine glasses and plates on the way in, enjoyed a great meal, danced, caught up with friends and had a great time.   The event supports the Oxnard Downtown Lions Club and its mission to improve eyesight, give support to diabetics, end...