The Acorn

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. ✨

07/20/2025

“We learned from our parents, if someone was hungry, they always had a place to sit at our house, there was always room,” recalls Santa Comes to Agoura founder and beloved volunteer George Annino, who has died at age 84.

https://www.theacorn.com/articles/communitys-beloved-george-annino-dies-at-84/

07/20/2025

“Your photo coverage of the Camarillo ICE raid blocking the roadway had my stomach churning with memories from Kent State in 1970 to Tiananmen Square in 1989,” says one reader of the story.

A Cal State Channel Islands professor was bound over for trial after allegedly throwing tear gas canisters at federal agents serving a search warrant at a Camarillo area cannabis farm. Jonathan Anthony Caravello—listed on the university website as a lecturer in philosophy—appeared in Los Angeles...

07/16/2025

A coyote seen on video limping with a steel trap on its leg through the Monte Nido neighborhood of Calabasas is causing an outcry.

https://www.theacorn.com/articles/caught-in-a-steel-trap-coyotes-plight-causes-outcry/

07/13/2025

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Those public call boxes you’ve seen for years on the side of Ventura County highways?
They’re about to be a thing of the past.

Pay phones are almost a thing of the pass, and now, due to declining use and maintenance service challenges, the Ventura County Transportation Commission announced it will remove its system of call boxes along highways in Ventura County. VCTC maintains 427 call boxes along highways in Ventura County...

07/11/2025

Acorn Editorial: Israel-Hamas fight enters the local dialogue. When is enough enough?
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/the-israel-hamas-conflict-through-a-local-lens/

07/10/2025

It happened:
A group of young campers had finished their day’s activities and members were waiting to be picked up when a limb from an oak tree unexpectedly crashed down from above them. One child was killed and five other people injured in the fatal July 9 incident at King Gillette Ranch near Calabasas.

https://www.theacorn.com/articles/authorities-investigate-tragic-loss-of-child-camper-at-king-gillette/

07/10/2025

Developing story: Multiple people, including several children, were injured when a large tree branch fell upon a group of day campers at King Gillette Ranch near Calabasas. Airlifts underway, and multiple public safety units are on the ground. This story will be updated.

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! 🎟️