The Acorn

08/11/2025

The Oak Park community isn’t happy with the state of some of its streets and shopping centers. Negligent landscaping, for one, according to Oak Park’s governing council.
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/low-maintenance-high-anxiety/

08/09/2025

AT&T is trying to shed it’s role as the landline “carrier of last resort,” but dropping landline service could be dangerous for residents of a mountainous region where cell service is uneven and the threat of natural disaster is always present.

With telecom companies once again seeking to shed their state-mandated obligation of providing traditional landline telephone service in certain areas, local cities say they prefer not to see the old system die. Local lawmakers, however, have offered less than united resistance to a bill in Sacramen...

08/07/2025

“Waves of Fun” continue at the Ventura County Fair through Sunday, Aug. 10. Check out some recent highlights captured by Acorn photographer Michael C***s.

08/07/2025

Allwayz on Stage is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of the wickedly fun and family-friendly musical “Beetlejuice Jr.”! Based on the hit Broadway show and beloved movie, “Beetlejuice Jr.” promises a spooky and hilarious theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.

The show tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager who encounters a recently deceased couple and a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, chaos ensues in this zany, high-energy show. Family-friendly nature, spooky themes and catchy songs.

More info at allwayzonstage.com/beetlejuice.

08/06/2025

They're a pair: Sonny, the Chi mix and his Husky girl, Cher (yes, Sonny and Cher) are best buds (juveniles) who need to stay together as they're adopted out of the Agoura Animal Care Center. Give this twofer a chance! Visit the center from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday.

08/05/2025

🎶 Love to sing? Come for the music, stay for the people. Join the CSU community choir now! The Channel Islands Choral Association is especially looking for tenors and basses. Auditions are being held through Aug. 14. Email Dr. Liu at [email protected] to schedule yours!

08/05/2025

“Some malls have done really well and some haven’t, and it’s the malls that make the investment that do really well.” New owners hope $157 million stake in The Oaks will give T.O. mall new life.

With changing consumer trends and shopping habits triggered by an economy that’s presented multiple tough challenges over the past decade, it’s no secret that America’s shopping malls are at a crossroads. New owners of The Oaks are hoping to buck the trend by revitalizing the Thousand Oaks mal...

08/02/2025

Acorn Opinion:
We see many posts that say, "If you've paid off your house, you should no longer have to pay property taxes."
But if you pay off your house, does that mean you no longer need police, fire protection, schools, and roads?
What are your thoughts?

Property taxes on real estate have long been a contentious issue, and for good reason. While it’s true that local governments, including Los Angeles and Ventura counties, rely heavily on property taxes to fund essential services like schools, roads, law enforcement and fire departments, the struct...

08/02/2025

Looking for stuff to do this weekend and beyond? Check out The Acorn’s weekly Calendar listings, you’ll be surprised.
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/calendar-410/

08/01/2025

America’s future is rooted in its past. New Ken Burns doc challenges whether those ideals can survive a tomorrow.
https://www.thea corn.com/articles/new-ken-burns-doc-preps-nation-for-americas-250th/

07/25/2025

Westlake Village e-bike partial ban goes into effect.
“Minors tend to be one of the larger users of electric vehicles and often ride in parks or on sidewalks, creating friction. . .”

https://www.theacorn.com/articles/westlake-village-announces-e-bicycle-crackdown/

07/25/2025

Tour this exceptional Sterling Hills home from noon to 2 p.m. this Saturday! Positioned along the 17th fairway with panoramic golf course and mountain views, this 5BD/4.5BA residence offers refined interiors, a resort-style backyard, and the essence of relaxed California living.

📍2767 Avenida de Autlán | Camarillo
🗓️ Saturday, July 26
⏰ Noon to 2 p.m.

Offered at $2,050,000

Cristal Clarke | 805-451-3474 | DRE #00968247