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Big Morning for 27 Seniors: Simi Sunrise Rotary Club Awards $21,250 in Scholarships
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Big Morning for 27 Seniors: Simi Sunrise Rotary Club Awards $21,250 in Scholarships

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Adopt a Pet for Free. Gain a Shadow, a Snuggle Buddy, a Friend for Life
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This Powerful Reagan Library Film Night Will Leave You Speechless—Here’s Why
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This Powerful Reagan Library Film Night Will Leave You Speechless—Here’s Why

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(CLAIR | Simi Valley) – As Memorial Day approaches—a time for honoring the lives and sacrifices of America’s military heroes—the Reagan Library in Simi Valley will host a powerful...
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Adventist Health Simi Valley is Home to One of the Nation’s Most Advanced Robotic Surgery Programs
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How Simi Valley Plans to Spend Your Tax Dollars—Public Meeting May 27
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(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — Simi Valley residents will have a chance to learn how the city plans to spend its money during the next fiscal year, which...
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The Citrus Ranch That’s Quietly Reinventing Elder Care in Ventura County
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(CLAIR | Santa Rosa Valley, CA) — Just past the winding oaks and citrus groves off Santa Rosa Road, a new kind of senior care home has quietly opened...
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Reagan Library to Host GOP and Democratic Governors in Search for Common Ground
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(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — At a time when partisanship often drowns out dialogue, finding common ground can be a cornerstone to building trust. At the heart of...
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Mystery Knife and Fork Still Unclaimed After Simi Valley Thanksgiving Dinner
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(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA )) — Someone carved turkey. Someone served dinner. Someone walked out of the Simi Valley Senior Center and forgot their knife and fork. Months...
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Big Hair, Bigger Laughs: Simi Valley’s ‘Hairspray’ Is the Must-See Musical Event of the Season!
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Big Hair, Bigger Laughs: Simi Valley’s ‘Hairspray’ Is the Must-See Musical Event of the Season!

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(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — The music is pumping. The hairspray is flying. And the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center is buzzing with excitement. The Broadway smash Hairspray...
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Rancho Simi Loses a Champion: Josh Gray’s Depart Rancho Simi Loses a Champion: Josh Gray’s Departure Explained

Josh Gray, a lifelong resident of Simi Valley and current member of the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Board of Directors, has announced he will resign from his position effective June 28, 2025.

Gray, 27, was elected to the board in 2020. He said his resignation is required because his new residence no longer falls within District 3, the area he was elected to represent. “While I do not wish to step down, I remain committed to observing the laws I pledged to uphold,” Gray said in a public letter.

Raised in Simi Valley, Gray has deep roots in the local community. He is an Eagle Scout and credits Simi Valley’s parks and recreation programs with shaping his early years. “I had birthdays in our parks, picnics under our trees, and I was one of those kids who benefited from our after-school programs,” he wrote.

As a board member, he focused on increasing access to public spaces and expanding programs for youth and families. He ran on a platform of protecting open space, improving affordable after-school care, and expanding inclusive recreation.

During his term, the District:

Opened the Berylwood Teen Center and Skate Plaza
Expanded and stabilized the After-School Club programs
Protected 149 acres of open space, in partnership with the Poe Family
Secured funding for projects including the Arroyo Simi Greenway Trail, Sinaloa BMX Track, and the Guardian Street Activity Center
Continued upgrades to Rancho Santa Susana Community Park
Prioritized fire resiliency, water conservation, and deferred maintenance
Passed balanced budgets each year
Gray also supported the Rim of the Valley campaign, an effort to protect regional landscapes and support public health and the local economy.

“I said then that I wanted to create a legacy that preserves what makes our home special while planting seeds for future generations,” Gray said. “I still believe in that vision deeply.”

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Million Dollar Heist: He Crawled Through a Candy S Million Dollar Heist: He Crawled Through a Candy Store — Then Robbed the Jewelry Shop Nextdoor

Just before midnight on Sunday, May 25, a group of burglars broke into Dr. Conkey’s Candy & Coffee Co. on Cochran Street. But it wasn’t candy they were after. They crawled through the building, spray-painted the security cameras, then drilled a hole through a shared wall — six inches of concrete and drywall — into the back of 5 Star Jewelry & Watch Repair.

Once inside the jewelry store, the crew used heavy tools to cut through eight inches of safe steel. Over the next three to four hours, they cleared out nearly everything inside. Gold, diamonds, watches, and customer repairs — gone. The alarm system never went off.

Jonathan Youssef, who runs the store, said in an interview with KTLA that the family lost more than $2 million worth of inventory and repairs. But the financial loss isn’t what hurts most.

“My dad built this place from scratch,” he told reporter Jennifer McGraw. “He’s 71 and was ready to retire. Now everything he saved is gone. And worst of all — a lot of what they took wasn’t ours. It was people’s wedding rings, heirlooms, things you can’t replace.”

His father, Jacob Youssef, opened the store 25 years ago after retiring from another business. Jonathan took over in 2015, slowly stepping in so his father could step back. Just recently, they ordered a new sign to close on Mondays so Jacob wouldn’t have to work every day. He never got to see it go up.

“I feel bad because this was my life, my retirement… they got everything we had,” Jacob told KTLA, through tears. “I don’t know what to say… I’m 71 years old… I cannot rebuild what I did in my lifetime.”

What makes this burglary even more chilling is how familiar it’s starting to sound. Only days later, another family-run jewelry store in Glendale was hit in almost the same way. In that case, the thieves also came in through the ceiling, cut power to the alarm and cameras, and went straight for the safe, as reported by ABC7.

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From Movie Star Roots to Lonely Cages: The Hidden From Movie Star Roots to Lonely Cages: The Hidden Lives of Simi Valley’s German Shepherds

It’s Shepherd Week at Ventura County Animal Services, and nearly 60 German Shepherds and shepherd mixes are waiting to begin a new life. These dogs, known for their intelligence, loyalty and resilience, are hoping someone will see them, choose them and give them the home they deserve.

One of them is Cruz, a 6-year-old German Shepherd mix with soft, searching eyes and a quiet spirit. Cruz may be a little shy at first, but volunteers say she quickly warms up with patience, kindness and a treat or two. Found in Ventura, she’s a spayed female weighing 53 pounds, and she’s been available since May 13. Cruz is currently in Kennel 135 at the Camarillo Animal Shelter, and her animal ID is A711478. She’s one of dozens featured during Shepherd Week at vcas.us/shepherdweek—each one hoping for a fresh start.

Stories like Cruz’s echo throughout the shelter, but some journeys stand out. After more than 400 days waiting, McGinty—a striking husky—finally got his chance at happiness. His story reached a woman in Kentucky who had rescued several huskies in the past. Something about McGinty pulled at her heart. She bought a plane ticket, flew across the country, rented a car, and drove him all the way home. Shelter staff shared the moment on Facebook, writing, “You are nothing short of amazing and we know McGinty is going to have the best life ever with you.” He now has a husky sibling and a new world filled with love.

Not everyone is looking for a big dog, and some of the best things really do come in small packages. For those who prefer pint-sized companions, there’s a 4-year-old male Maltese at the Camarillo Shelter, recently found in Oxnard. Weighing just 16 pounds, this sweet dog is currently in Kennel 506 under animal ID A865609. He’ll be ready for adoption beginning Saturday, May 31. He doesn’t have a name yet, but he’s ready to become someone’s loyal little shadow.

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Secrets in the Soil? Boeing Faces Scrutiny Over Sa Secrets in the Soil? Boeing Faces Scrutiny Over Santa Susana Cleanup Claims

Boeing says it’s making progress at the long-contested Santa Susana Field Lab—but not everyone is convinced.

At the May 28 Legislative Advocacy Forum hosted by the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, community members gathered on Zoom to hear updates on government affairs, legislation and corporate impact in the region.

This month’s spotlight was on Boeing, whose representatives addressed the company’s environmental responsibilities at the Santa Susana Field Laboratory (SSFL)—a site long at the center of controversy over contamination, cleanup delays and public health concerns.

Representing Boeing were Mark Taylor, director of government operations for California, and Kamara Sams, program director for SSFL. While Taylor recounted the facility’s legacy, Sams detailed Boeing’s ongoing environmental remediation efforts. Some attendees expressed support for the company’s transparency and progress while others pushed back, calling for stronger oversight and deeper accountability.

Boeing’s SSFL Cleanup Plan Faces Mixed Reactions
The SSFL site, perched in the Simi Hills, spans 2,850 acres and holds a complicated legacy of innovation and environmental risk. In his presentation, Mark Taylor described the facility’s transformation from cattle grazing land and Hollywood filming location to a hub of rocket engine testing and nuclear research.

The site was acquired in 1947 for testing rocket engines, predating NASA, and was operated by companies such as Rocketdyne and Atomics International. Nuclear activity at the site ended in 1988 and rocket engine testing concluded in 1996. Boeing acquired the property in 1996 and sold its Rocketdyne division in 2005, but still owns approximately 2,450 acres, which it plans to preserve permanently as open space. Taylor emphasized the site’s ecological and cultural significance, noting its wildlife diversity and archeological ties to the Chumash and Tongva peoples.

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