By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 28th, 2008
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By Anonymous — Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Since he was 9 years old, Michael Watson has always dreamed of becoming an Eagle Scout. He has worked many hours, and spent countless days and weeks fulfilling the requirements for this prestigious award. |
Annette Fox accepts a check in the amount of $200 from Deputy Biter who represented the Sheriffs Association. Enlarge Photo By Anonymous — Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
The Fillmore Fire Department (Grad Nite Live) chicken dinner was a huge success. The dinner brought in over $2200. All the food was donated for this event and Joe Ricards along with the volunteer fire department were out there helping with the BBQ. The winner of the $500 gas card was Tom Ecklund. Enlarge Photo |
By Anonymous — Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
The Fillmore Friends of the Library will hold its annual meeting on May 24, 2008 at 10 AM at the library's 502 Second Street address. Awards for a Junior High School poetry contest will be presented and the organizations' current position and goals will be discussed. The public is welcome to attend. |
By Conway Spitler — Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Who Said That? and FHS praised
If you think health care is expensive now, wait until you see what it costs when it's free! J--. O'Rourke Copied from the daily bulletin of the high school: |
By Anonymous — Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Ventura – Services available to Ventura County veterans who may be living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), will be highlighted at the Ventura County Board Of Supervisors meeting today, Tuesday, May 20 at 8:30 am, in the Hall of Administration, 800 Victoria Ave in Ventura, in honor of the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Immediately following the board meeting, a tour of the One Stop Center, which serves local veterans, among others, will be offered by third district Supervisor Kathy Long and fourth district Supervisor Peter Foy. The One Stop Center is located at the Public Health Auditorium, 3147 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, 93003. Media is invited to attend and cover the tour (at approximately 12 noon). Photo and interview opportunities with the supervisors, Mike Powers, Director of the Health Care Agency and US Navy Capt Brad “Brick” Conners from Naval Base Ventura County will be available. “PTSD is just one of the many issues vets in our county are dealing with. As a first stop for many vets looking for help, we want to direct vets to the services provided by the county and our partners, as well as local health and mental health care providers,” said Supervisor Kathy Long who co-chairs the Health Care Oversight Committee with Peter Foy. Supervisor Peter Foy said “The quality of life we enjoy here in Ventura County is due in large part to the service of these brave men and women. They choose to live here because of our outstanding quality of life. Let’s work together in partnership with our friends at the navy base, our community partners and with our outstanding health care agency to do what we can for them.” According to the RAND Corporation, PTSD affects veterans from World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars, the Gulf Wars and the current wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The RAND study estimates that 20 percent of all Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffer from PTSD or major depression – over 300,000 soldiers in all. Captain Brad “Brick” Conners, Commander of the Naval Base Ventura County, and home to over 18,000 sailors, enlisted personnel and civilian employees, will present the Board of Supervisors with a Commanders Commendation for the county’s efforts to combat PTSD. “This county has a great quality of life and we want to recognize the county’s health care agency for all they do to help our navy vets in this area,” said Captain Conners. According to Michael Powers, Director of the Health Care Agency, “As we honor our veterans this Memorial Day, we hope to highlight the services available to the men and women who have so bravely served our country through the Health Care Agency, our community partners and the One Stop Center for the homeless.” |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
Are you interested in help in the Fillmore Town Theatre? A group of citizens, headed by Douglas Tucker, will be meeting to brainstorm, volunteer and assist on May 26th, 5:30 p.m. at Fillmore City Hall. If you are interested in participating with this project please attend. The agenda will include a tour of the theatre, discussion on what has already taken place, future plans, and a brainstorming session on what to do next. |
By Tom Pedersen — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
Bettie Elkins Lund
Elizabeth Leeanne Elkins, known as Bettie, was born on June 6, 1906 in Fillmore, California. She was the daughter of Caswell Carl Elkins, Jr. and Amy Fay Anderson Elkins. She and her older brothers, Herbert and Caswell, and a younger sister Roberta, spent their childhood on the family’s citrus farm in the Santa Clarita Valley. She became interested in aviation at the age of nine when she won a ride in a Curtiss Jenny by selling magazine subscriptions. But it wasn’t until after her marriage in 1929 to the famous stunt pilot Frederick M. Lund that her own career in aviation began. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
County of Ventura, Human Services Agency
Foster Parenting Information Meeting |
By admin — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
June 2008 Career Shops
Location: Santa Clara Valley Job & Career Center June 9 & 10, 2008: Resumes that Sell, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. - two-day workshop providing hands-on assistance in completing a resume, cover and thank-you letters. Walk away with a portfolio that shows off professional skills and experience. Career Shops are offered at no cost to Job Seekers. Space is limited. Prior registration required by calling the Santa Clara Job & Career Center at 805-933-8452 to enroll. June 12, 2008: Winning Interviews, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - supplies the tools to make a lasting first impression when interviewing. Career Shops are offered at no cost to Job Seekers. Space is limited. Prior registration required by calling the Santa Clara Job & Career Center at 805-933-8452 to enroll. June 23 & 24, 2008: Resumes That Sell, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - two-day workshop providing hands-on assistance in completing a resume, cover and thank-you letters. Walk away with a portfolio that shows off professional skills and experience. Career Shops are offered at no cost to Job Seekers. Space is limited. Prior registration required by calling the Santa Clara Job & Career Center at 805-933-8452 to enroll. Spanish language workshop: Career Shops are presented in partnership with Ventura County Job & Career Centers and are sponsored by the Human Services Agency and the Workforce Investment Board. Equal opportunity Employer/Program/Service – TDD/TT Inquiries call 1 (800) 735-2922. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individual with disabilities. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
Before Memorial Day 3,000 Pint Challenge
Ventura – United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ÂÂÂMemorial Day marks the beginning of summer for the Blood Bank, when donations unfortunately decrease just as the demand increases. In an effort to keep a ready supply, United Blood Services has teamed up with Domino’s Pizza to issue a 3000 Pint Challenge. As a special way of saying thank you, Domino’s Pizza will give a certificate for a Free Full Size One-topping Pizza to each volunteer blood donor. The Memorial Day holiday means that the difficult summer season has arrived. Here at the blood bank the summer months mean one thing – not enough blood donors to keep supplies at an adequate and steady level. Students are not available to give and families go on vacation instead. There are a hundred reasons why people can’t seem to give over the summer, but we’ve got 270 reasons each day why we need them. We can only help people if there is blood on the shelves. When someone needs blood, they’re counting on it being available. That means we need 270 people to roll-up their sleeves for us each day, regardless of the season. We’re asking you to give before you go on vacation, we can’t do it without you. If you’re over 17, weigh at least 110 pounds and are in good health, you may be eligible to donate. Donations may be made Monday through Friday at the UBS Center in Ventura at 1756 Eastman at the corner of Market; Mondays and Wednesdays in Camarillo at 2105 Pickwick across from the Post Office; and Tuesdays and Thursdays in Thousand Oaks in the North Star Plaza at 1321 Thousand Oaks Blvd, near Roxy’s Deli. There are also a number of drives happening throughout the region. Donors are asked to call the United Blood Services at 1-800-715-3699 to make an appointment or go online to www.unitedbloodservices.org. Appointments are appreciated, but not necessary. Walk-ins are also welcome. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 21st, 2008
Soroptimist International of Santa Paula, along with Twin Pines Healthcare, is sponsoring an informational program: “Coping with the Challenges of an Elderly Parent” Pat English, Director of Social Services from Twin Pines Healthcare will discuss different kinds of care available; whether It is adult day care, assisted living, residential care or skilled in home health care. Let Pat help you with one of the most important decisions you will make in the near future. Come get all your questions answered. Date: Wednesday, May 28th Light refreshments will be served. |
Supervisor Kathy Long was the guest speaker at the Fillmore Sunrisers Rotary Club last Tuesday. Left to right: Ken Smedley, Sun Risers president; Supervisor Kathy Long; Chuy Ortiz, owner, El Pescador Restaurant. Enlarge Photo By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
Supervisor Kathy Long was the guest speaker of the Rotary Club of Fillmore Sun Risers on May 13th at El Pescador Restaurant. Supervisor Long gave an overview of county government activities and how they affect Fillmore and surrounding areas. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
In conjunction with the Fillmore May Festival, the Sunrisers Rotary Club will be hosting the Annual 5/10K Run & Fitness Walk on Saturday, May 17, starting at Delores Day Park. Registration is set for 7:00am and the race promptly begins at 8:00am. Proceeds for the event will be donated to the local school fitness programs. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
The City of Fillmore Fire Department in conjunction with Grad Nite Live of Fillmore will be hosting a BBQ Chicken Dinner Sunday May 18, 2008. Dinner will be served between 5:00PM - 7:00PM at Fillmore Fire Station 91 located at 711 Sespe Place, Fillmore. Drive through service as well as seated service within the fire station will be available to those who attend; a donation of $10.00 per dinner is requested. Dinner will include World Famous BBQ chicken cooked by the City of Fillmore's Finest Firefighters, chili beans, salad, and a dinner roll. All proceeds benefit the Grad Nite Live organization. This fundraising event is one of several planned events by organizers of Grad Nite Live to generate the approximate $23,000 required annually to support this organizations needs. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
The Fillmore Senior Center is holding a meeting on Monday, May 19th at 10am to discuss appointment of Board members and take suggestions from the community concerning the Center. The public is invited. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
Are you interested in serving the community of Fillmore seniors? The Fillmore Senior Center has two positions open on its Board. The Board of five meets once a month and applicants must be at least 55 years of age. Applications are now available until May 30th from Laurie Nunez at the Center, 533 Santa Clara St., Monday-Friday, 9am to 1pm; or from Annette Cardona at Fillmore City Hall, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. The two positions will be decided by the existing Board members. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
The Last of the Piru Indians
Juan Jose Fustero was born on the Temescal Ranch near the mouth of Piru Canyon in 1841. He was a member of the Piru Indian Tribe. The Piru were originally called Pi'idhuku after the reed from which they created their baskets. There his tribe operated their temescals, or sweat houses, and many of the Indians from the coastal villages came there for the healing powers believed associated with temescals. |
By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
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