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Rotary Club Volunteers Turn Rainy Evening into a Celebration of Giving for Simi Valley
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Rotary Club Volunteers Turn Rainy Evening into a Celebration of Giving for Simi Valley

Clair.ID November 27, 2024 694
(CLAIR | Simi Valley,CA) – On a rainy Tuesday evening in Simi Valley, the Monte Vista High School multipurpose room was transformed into a hub of holiday preparation. Members...
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How the Beckers Made Christmas Unforgettable in Simi Valley
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How the Beckers Made Christmas Unforgettable in Simi Valley

Clair.ID November 26, 2024 4428
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — For over five decades, the Becker Christmas House brought light and magic to Simi Valley, becoming a treasured holiday tradition for families throughout...
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Simi Valley Doubles Down on Safety With New Security Measures Coming to Local Parks
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Simi Valley Doubles Down on Safety With New Security Measures Coming to Local Parks

Clair.ID November 26, 2024 260
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District (RSRPD) is moving forward with new security measures to address vandalism and theft in several local...
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His Van Was His Lifeline – Join Simi Valley in Helping Travis Replace His Mobility Van
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His Van Was His Lifeline – Join Simi Valley in Helping Travis Replace His Mobility Van

Clair.ID November 18, 2024 3414
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) – For 29-year-old Travis Goldberg, freedom has always come on four wheels. But after a recent accident, that freedom was taken away. His mobility...
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All Aboard! The Holiday Express Train Returns To Simi Valley for 2024
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All Aboard! The Holiday Express Train Returns To Simi Valley for 2024

Clair.ID November 11, 2024 2609
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — Holiday magic is rolling into Simi Valley as Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train makes its much-anticipated return. The event, features beautifully decorated train cars,...
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You Won’t Believe What Junkyard Cafe is Serving for Breakfast and why Simi Valley Can’t Get Enough!
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You Won’t Believe What Junkyard Cafe is Serving for Breakfast and why Simi Valley Can’t Get Enough!

Clair.ID October 30, 2024 2014
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA ) – If you’re looking to start your day with something unforgettable, Junkyard Cafe has launched a creative new breakfast menu that’s worth waking...
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Ventura County Real Estate Influencer Gets a Taste of Simi Valley’s Sweetest Secret
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Ventura County Real Estate Influencer Gets a Taste of Simi Valley’s Sweetest Secret

Clair.ID October 29, 2024 750
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) – We caught up with local real estate influencer Isaiah Zendejas as he left 85°C Bakery Café. He looked genuinely surprised by the experience....
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Pizza, Passion, and the World Series: Dodgers and Yankees Fans Gather for Epic Simi Valley Viewing Party!
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Pizza, Passion, and the World Series: Dodgers and Yankees Fans Gather for Epic Simi Valley Viewing Party!

Clair.ID October 29, 2024 1482
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA ) – Dodgers fans, it’s our time. Tonight, Game 4 of the World Series will bring us face-to-face with the Yankees once again, and...
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Simi Valley Residents Agree on What Matters—But Here’s Why We’re Fighting
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Simi Valley Residents Agree on What Matters—But Here’s Why We’re Fighting

Clair.ID October 15, 2024 291
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — You might not believe you’re being influenced by television and social media algorithms. In fact, you may even feel a slight surge of...
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Simi 85°C Bakery is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Tasted—Here’s Why You Need to Go!
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Simi 85°C Bakery is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Tasted—Here’s Why You Need to Go!

Clair.ID October 14, 2024 1445
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — If you think you know bakeries, think again. Simi Valley’s 85°C Bakery Cafe is not your typical coffee-and-croissant joint. This Taiwanese bakery chain—famed...
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Get ready, Happy Face Hill—this one’s gonna be Get ready, Happy Face Hill—this one’s gonna be loud.

The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise is thrilled to announce that DJ Sweet P is officially locked in for the Happy Face Music Festival!

A true Ventura County legend, DJ Sweet P has been lighting up dance floors from Thousand Oaks to Vegas for over 30 years. Whether it’s packed nightclubs, backyard parties, or the buzz he built at Casa Eden, one thing’s for sure—he knows exactly how to move a crowd.

Get your tickets today: https://happyfacemusicfest.com/

Paul Flannery @djsweetp_official @djsweetp #HF25 #happyface
Red, White and True: Come Raise the Flags and Cele Red, White and True: Come Raise the Flags and Celebrate 250 Years of Army Service in Simi Valley

Simi Valley will mark Flag Day with a public ceremony on Saturday, June 14 at 1 p.m. in Veterans Court at the Simi Valley Town Center Mall. The annual event includes a ceremonial changing of the flags and a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. Following the ceremony, a cake-cutting will honor the Army’s founding on June 14, 1775—the only military branch established on the same date that Flag Day commemorates. The program is free to attend and expected to last under an hour.

The event features the raising of new flags representing the United States, the state of California, the city of Simi Valley, all branches of the armed forces and local veteran organizations including the American Legion, DAV, Marine Corps League and VFW. The Simi Valley Town Center Mall Management Team purchases the primary flags for the ceremony while each veteran organization contributes its own flag. Civic and community groups are invited to take part, continuing a local tradition of honoring those who serve.

The American flag, with its 13 stripes and 50 stars, is more than a symbol of national pride—it reflects the country’s history and shared ideals. The stripes represent the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Great Britain, while the stars represent each state in the Union. Adopted by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777, the flag has evolved as the nation has grown, with stars added to mark the admission of new states. The current design has been in place since 1960, when Hawaii became the 50th state.

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Will More Apartments Fix Simi Valley’s Town Cent Will More Apartments Fix Simi Valley’s Town Center Mall? Council Lets Housing Idea Move Forward—with Conditions

The Simi Valley City Council has agreed to let a developer move forward with a proposal that could bring hundreds of homes to the Simi Valley Town Center—signaling the start of a lengthy review process that may reshape the future of the aging mall.

On May 19, the Council voted 4–1 to let developer SteelWave, LLC begin preparing a formal application to partially rezone the site from commercial to residential use. The area in question includes roughly 15.75 acres made up of long-vacant anchor buildings and surrounding parking lots.

City officials stressed the vote does not greenlight any construction. It merely allows the developer to enter the planning process, which will involve detailed environmental review, a development agreement and future public hearings. City Manager Samantha Argabrite explained that all project specifics—how many homes, what kind and when—will be negotiated in the months ahead.

If eventually approved, the proposal could bring between 291 and 375 new homes to the property, with the potential for up to 996 units under state density bonus laws. According to the city’s staff report, the redevelopment would demolish approximately 312,000 square feet of existing retail space—about 53% of the mall’s current 593,000 square feet. Just 42,000 square feet of new commercial construction would be added, resulting in a net loss of roughly 270,000 square feet, or 45% of the mall’s total retail footprint.

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Memorial Day Weekend In Simi Valley. Five Bands. T Memorial Day Weekend In Simi Valley. Five Bands. Thousands of Fans. Don’t Miss Happy Face 2025

The sun is out, the stage is set, and the Happy Face Music Festival is ready to take over Rancho Santa Susana Community Park this Saturday, May 24. Voted Simi Valley’s Favorite Festival by The Acorn, this one-day event brings together everything that makes the Simi Valley shine: great music, good food, and a whole lot of fun.

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise, the festival is more than just a concert. It’s a kickoff to summer, a celebration of community, and a fundraiser for important causes.

A Music Lineup Built for Fun
This year’s music lineup leans into the fun and familiar. Festival-goers can expect a full day of high-energy performances by some of the best tribute and party bands around.

The 2025 lineup includes:

Fast Times, bringing the best of 1980s new wave and rock
Wanted, paying tribute to Bon Jovi’s biggest hits
Boys of Summer, stepping in with classic Eagles tracks
The Yacht Groove, playing smooth yacht rock favorites
The Ultimate Rock Band, delivering a power-packed rock set
Whether you’re a lifelong rocker or just love a good singalong, the mix of eras and styles makes this lineup perfect for all ages.

It’s More Than Just Music
Happy Face is designed to offer something for everyone. Families can spend the day at the Family Fun Zone, with games and kid-friendly activities. Adults can kick back, enjoy an ice cold beverage and take in the sun all day long.

Festival favorites like bbq, pizza, tacos, and a lineup of local food trucks will keep everyone fueled throughout the day. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, or pop-up tents and settle in for the afternoon. The vibe is relaxed, inclusive, and designed to make you smile.

Kids 12 and under get in free, making this a great choice for families looking for something local, affordable, and memorable.

Happy Face Music Festival
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Rancho Santa Susana Community Park
Tickets at: happyfacemusicfest.com

Come ready to sing, dance, relax, and enjoy your memorial day weekend!

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Why Is Simi Valley Taking All This Fire Debris? Ci Why Is Simi Valley Taking All This Fire Debris? City Council Confronts Truckloads, Trust and Toxic Concerns

From morning through evening, a steady stream of trucks climbs the hillside at the Simi Valley Landfill, each carrying debris from homes destroyed in the Eaton and Palisades fires. The operation has raised eyebrows, prompted questions and, on Monday night, became the focus of a detailed presentation to the Simi Valley City Council.

Federal and private sector officials described how the city’s landfill—though located in Ventura County—is one of three landfills designated to receive fire debris from Los Angeles County properties, playing a key role in the broader recovery effort.

Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Waste Management explained how the process begins with the Environmental Protection Agency, which removes hazardous materials from each property. These include propane tanks, batteries, solvents, asbestos and other contaminants. Once a site is cleared and tested, the Army Corps steps in to remove the remaining structural debris—wood, ash, soil and other non-hazardous material.

“We do not bring any hazardous waste to this landfill,” said Eric Swenson, commander with the Army Corps. “Every parcel is tested for asbestos. If it’s found, that debris goes elsewhere.” Swenson said testing involves chip sampling foundations and sending them to certified California labs. Only debris that passes this process is hauled to Simi.

Swenson also detailed the safety measures involved in transporting the material. Each load is kept wet to suppress dust, sealed in thick plastic, and covered with two layers of tarps—including an automated top tarp that can flap during transit. Trucks are weighed and inspected both when departing cleanup sites and upon entering the landfill.

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