Thousand Oaks Acorn

08/01/2025

Oak trees aren’t just the City of T.O.’s namesake; they could one day be its protectors against raging brush fires.

Oak trees aren’t just the City of T.O.’s namesake; they could one day be its protectors against raging brush fires. In the wake of January’s devastating firestorms in Los Angeles County, and with another Santa Ana wind season soon to begin, wildfire mitigation is at the top of the agenda in So...

07/30/2025

"While they were waiting for their Uber, with no warning whatsoever, what I’ll call a lunatic with a gun opened fire on Matt and his friends." - Scott Juceum, uncle to one of the men shot during the July 28 mass shooting in Reno.

 The Ventura County community has come together to mourn the death of two Thousand Oaks men who were fatally shot July 28 by a gunman targeting a Reno, Nevada casino. A third person was also killed in the attack.   The T.O. victims had traveled out of town to celebrate one of life’s happiest eve...

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

07/22/2025

Plan your dream wedding at the Bridal Premiere! 🎉 Runway shows, prizes and top vendors await you on Sunday, Aug. 10, at the Camarillo Airport. Tickets at bridalpremiere.com/tickets. ✨

07/18/2025

A candidate who's recently tossed his hat into California's Lt. Governor's race is a Newbury Park High grad (and a founding member of the band One Republic).

One of the founding members of the pop-rock band OneRepublic—and a Newbury High School alumnus—is making a bid for the second-highest public office in California. Tim Myers, former bass player for the band responsible for hit songs like “Apologize” and “Stop and Stare,” has announced thi...

07/17/2025

LAST NIGHT: VCSO issued a shelter-in-place advisory last night for a Thousand Oaks neighborhood when a domestic violence suspect barricaded himself inside his Tennis Club Lane home.

 A Thousand Oaks man suspected of domestic violence was arrested on Wednesday night after a several-hours standoff with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. The incident began around 6:50 p.m. July 16 when the woman called 911 and told dispatchers she had been punched in the face by her boyfriend...

07/10/2025

Step inside the Commemorative Air Force So Cal Wing on July 16 to discover how professionals are unlocking access to venture investing without traditional barriers. More info at jetstream-camarillo.eventbrite.com.

07/09/2025

Say goodbye to mosquitoes and general pests! 🦟🐜 Mosquito Squad provides reliable pest control to keep your home protected and comfortable all season. Call today to schedule your service! Go to https://www.mosquitosquad.com/losangeles/contact-us.

07/08/2025

Greetings, Santa Rosa Valley! Roots & Shoots Preschool is thrilled to be a new part of your community! Now is an exciting time, as Roots & Shoots will host an open-house event from noon to 4 p.m. July 12 and July 19 so you and your child can experience firsthand what Italy’s Reggio Emilia-inspired program looks like! We hope to see you there! More info at rootsandshoots-preschool.org.

07/07/2025

Exciting news! Heritage Days Fiesta returns to Old Town Camarillo from July 16-20! 🎉

Join us for carnival rides, food, vendors, live music, art, and more! 🎡🎶

Save BIG on carnival rides by getting presale tickets at camarilloheritagedays.org! 🎟️

07/02/2025

Breaking: A Thousand Oaks man is dead following a deputy-involved shooting incident in which the man shot first, according to the sheriff's office.

  A Thousand Oaks man died Tuesday evening after being shot by a Ventura County Sheriff’s deputy. The deputy had been responding to an 8 p.m. call reporting the man was armed and experiencing a mental health issue, the sheriff’s office said. When deputies arrived at the home in the 500 block of...

07/01/2025

No plans for July 4? The Acorn's got you covered. Here's a roundup of local happenings with a few out-of-town events included.

From fireworks and parades to concerts and drone shows, Independence Day celebrations across Ventura County will span multiple days of family fun, patriotic music and plenty of reasons to look up at the sky. Here’s a roundup of Thousand Oaks events plus some of the biggest happenings beyond the ci...