Ventura—Area residents with a sense of humor can explore their gifts at the Improv Workshop and have a great time. THE Comics loosened up, shared successes, and reveled in the creative mind. Jest Improv Co-Founder/Owner Alexander Tron started the Class in 2018 after a rough patch in his life. “I was living in my car for a little while, and my life was tumultuous,” he said. “Improv helped m...
Chris Frost · Feb 14, 2025
Oxnard—During its Tuesday, Feb 10, Public Works & Transportation meeting, the body received its Annual Enterprise Pavement Impact Cost Reimbursement Study. Committee Member Gabby Basua made the motion, which Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran seconded. Public Works Director Michael Wolfe presented the item and said the water, wastewater, and Solid Waste funds have transferred money through its infra...
Chris Frost · Feb 14, 2025
Oxnard—During its Tuesday, Feb 10, Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee meeting, the group unanimously approved its CDBG (Community Services Block Grant and in-lieu agreement for the Dolores Huerta Apartments (DHG), a 58-unit affordable rental project at 2161 Etting Road. The Dolores Huerta Apartments, known formerly as the Etting Road Apartments, and its de...
Chris Frost · Feb 14, 2025
Oxnard—Durley Park was a whirlwind of great activity on Saturday, February 1, as the Ventura County Humane Society’s Cares Program provided free vaccinations for pets of low-income families. THE park was filled with dogs and cats ready for love and great care. The Humane Society of Ventura County (HSVC) was founded in 1932 by a group of dedicated animal lovers. After years of struggling wit...
Chris Frost · Feb 7, 2025
Oxnard—In his Tuesday, Feb. 4, report to the City Council, City Manager Alex Nguyen said free sandbags are now available for residents through Spring 2025. “Just because we have rainstorms forecast through Friday, we have them in several locations throughout the City,” he said. “Sandbags are available at Fire Station 7, 3300 Turnout Point Circle, the City’s Corporate Yard, 1060 Pacific Avenu...
Chris Frost · Feb 7, 2025
Ventura— On a split vote, the City Council, on Tuesday, 4, approved an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) garage at 101 North Santa Rosa Street. City Clerk Michael MacDonald reviewed the procedure for the Quasi-Judicial item and turned it over to Community Development Director Rachael Diamond, who said the property is located at the southwest corner of Sant Rosa. “There are two existing dwelling...
Chris Frost · Feb 7, 2025
Oxnard—Beautiful Native Plants, plenty of food, and lots of information-seekers filled Oxnard Performing Arts Center’s (OPAC) Fourth Annual Native Plant Festival on Saturday, Jan. 25. THE Oxnard Performing Arts Center was filled with people ready to enjoy a sunny day and head home with some beauty for their front yards. The OPAC extends far beyond the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention...
Chris Frost · Jan 31, 2025
Oxnard—The Community Services, Public Safety, and Housing Committee, on Tuesday, Jan. 27, approved a loan grant for the Casa Aliento Apartments. The 70-unit permanent supportive housing project is located at 1245 N. Oxnard Blvd. Albert Ramirez presented the item and said Casa Aliento, formerly the Vagabond Inn, and during the initial round of Home Key Funding in 2020, said the Community Dev...
Chris Frost · Jan 31, 2025
Oxnard—The Public Works and Transportation Committee, Tuesday, Jan. 28, approved its trade services agreement for fire extinguisher services. The $200,000 agreement will provide fire extinguishers for City buildings, vehicles, and equipment. Assistant Public Works Director Steve Howlett presented the agreement that lasts until Feb. 4, 2027, and doesn’t exceed $200,000. “Over 1,000 hand-held fir...
Chris Frost · Jan 31, 2025
Oxnard—The Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation (OPAC) was full of love, life, and hope on Monday, January 20, as the 39th Annual Martin Luther King Celebration marked progress but noted the work is not done. THE day started with the march at Plaza Park and progressed to the OPAC, which fosters inclusive programming, cultural and artistic exchange, and the development of people-centered...
Chris Frost · Jan 24, 2025
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