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Inaugural Youth Empowerment Summit Impacts Students in Ventura County

Thursday, May 15, 2008
The United Way's Young Leaders Society (YLS) held its first annual Youth Empowerment Summit at Oxnard College a few weeks ago. University-bound high school and community college students gathered to hear young professionals share their life... Full story »

Local Poetry Contest Accepting Entries

Thursday, May 15, 2008
Is there a poet hiding inside of you? Do sonnets stir your heart? Is rhyming or not rhyming a point of discussion? Then, there's a poetry contest being held in Ventura County that's just right for you.
The Women's Artistic Network (WAN) is holding... Full story »

"Coach" Ron Tunick hits a home run with new radio show on AM 1400 KKZZ

Thursday, May 15, 2008
A new radio program, "The Business of Life," premiered May 12 on AM 1400 KKZZ and will air every afternoon between 4 and 6 pm. It is moderated by "Coach" Ron Tunick who provides sage advice to businesses. The program will feature invited co-hosts... Full story »

Hammers and Prybars and Bmw's Ohh My!

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Would you let somebody, whose main tools are a big hammer and pry bar service your expensive automobile?
Unfortunately that's what happens every day. The motoring public thinks an oil and filter change is a simple job and they are letting people... Full story »

Credit Union 101

Tuesday, May 13, 2008
When I tell someone that I work for a Credit Union, often I think that they hear "Bank." Outside of the Financial Services Industry, I can understand how many people could misunderstand them to be one in the same. We both have ATM's, Checks, we're... Full story »

HEALTHY TO WEALTHY- WHY IT PAY$ TO BE HEALTHY

Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Save Money. Lose Weight. Develop Healthy Habits. These are Americans' top three New Year's Resolutions for 2008 according to FranklinCovey's third annual New Year's Resolutions Survey, released on December 18, 2007, which polled 15,031... Full story »

ExxonMobil supports community through charitable giving

Monday, May 12, 2008
ExxonMobil employees from across the Gold and Central Coast rallied together in support of their United Way Charitable-giving campaign by organizing a Golf Tournament this past Friday, May 9 at the River Course in Solvang.
Over 40 ExxonMobil golf... Full story »

MOVING ON: POWERFUL TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME

Monday, May 12, 2008
Maybe you're moving to a larger home to accommodate a growing family, relocating for a new career opportunity, or purchasing a townhouse for retirement. Whatever the reason for the move, you'll need to take the necessary steps to sell your home for... Full story »

Major Heatwave Coming Mid May.

Monday, May 12, 2008
Since last week, OWSweather.com Meteorologist Kevin Martin has been advertising that a heatwave will strike the area since early May. Unusual for this time of May. Martin states that a ridge of high pressure will build into the Western coast of... Full story »

VC Community Orchestra Concert May 10

Thursday, May 8, 2008
Nine soloists are featured in the Saturday, May 10, 2008 concert of the Ventura College Community Orchestra. The concert is at the Ventura College Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students, staff and seniors, and $10 for the general audience.... Full story »

RE: POST BY ED VENTURA

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
As a longtime supporter of Elton Gallegly, I was surprised the Star allowed Ed Ventura to publish major untruths about our congressman. Elton Gallegly has never missed 81 percent of votes in Congress in any quarter. He has a 95 percent lifetime... Full story »

A Few Things to Think About When Purchasing Your Next Automobile

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
If you are currently in the market for a new set of wheels, there are many different choices---and a couple of great bargains to be had in the slowing economy. With all the choices out there, it's easy to get overwhelmed and confused about what is... Full story »

Domino's Pizza in Ventura County to Raise Funds for American Cancer Society

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), stores in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, are gearing up to raise dough for the American Cancer Society. In addition, Domino's will be donating hundreds of Pizzas to the American Cancer Society's Walk for... Full story »

Dear Capable Column

Monday, May 5, 2008
Q. I am wondering if their is a social group for teens and adults with mental challenges in Ventura County, CA?---wanting to involve others
A. Yes. The Happy Friends Club meets regularly in Camarillo, CA. The club is for older teens and adults... Full story »

Short Story Competition Especially for Ventura County High School Juniors

Saturday, May 3, 2008
The California Arts Council and the Ventura County Arts Council invite all Ventura County public and private high school juniors to write a short story that expresses an event or time in your life when all your emotions were clear to you—a... Full story »
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