SACRAMENTO — California is one of just six states lacking an integrated education data system that spans across levels of education and into the workforce. California’s existing data systems are disconnected and operate independently, meaning policymakers are unable to monitor student…
Bilingual report: Ventura County Public Works Agency’s Improvements to Traffic Safety on Santa Paula Street to Minimize Potential Collisions
A four-way stop control to be installed at the intersection of Santa Paula Street and Briggs Road VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) Transportation Department has received approval from the Board of Supervisors for the installation of a…
Recent Westmont Graduate Unveils Artwork Inspired by Surfing Legend Shaun Tomson
SANTA BARBARA — Former world champion surfer Shaun Tomson joined Westmont students, faculty, and staff on April 23rd for the unveiling of a special piece of artwork. Inspired by Tomson’s February workshop with about 80 of his classmates, recent Westmont…
Museum of Ventura County update for April 24 — Brothers Fortune kicks off the Agriculture Museum Concert Series!
Join us at the Museum of Ventura County on Friday, May 3, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and be among the first to view the new exhibit, “Women Beyond Borders.” This extraordinary exhibition displays boxes created by women…
Jackson Bill to Strengthen Family Leave Advances
Would make CA first in nation to expand job-protected baby bonding leave to caring adults other than the parent SACRAMENTO – Building on Governor Gavin Newsom’s commitment to expand paid family leave, State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) legislation to strengthen California’s…
County General Services Agency Director David Sasek elected president of statewide association
VENTURA —David J. Sasek, director of the County’s General Services Agency, has been elected president of the County General Services Association (CGSA), after serving as the association’s vice president for the past year. “The CGSA promotes professional development among CGSA…
The “sky’s the limit” for SBCC students
SANTA BARBARA — Spring break road trips are a time-honored tradition for college students throughout the country. For six Santa Barbara City College students, however, their destination was not the usual sun-drenched, beach party scene. With funding from the Office…
Livingston recibe el premio ‘Organizacion sin animo de Lucro de año’ de Cámera de Comercio en Oxnard
OXNARD — Tenemos el gran honor de anunciar que Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association (Asociación de enfermeros a domicilio) ha recibido el premio del año para organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro de la cámara de Comercio en Oxnard. Esta celebración…
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market to open newest store on April 25 in Camarillo
WHAT: Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, extreme-value grocery retailer, is opening a new store in Camarillo, creating 29 new jobs in the community. Leslie and Chad Trask, the Camarillo store’s independent owner-operators, invite the community to attend the grand opening celebration…
Girls Inc. of Carpinteria names new Executive Director
CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria this week announced the appointment of nonprofit and youth services leader Jamie Balch Collins as the organization’s new executive director. She will begin serving in her new role on May 6. Collins will lead…
CenCal Health Earns Top Spot as Best Place to Work on Central Coast
SANTA BARBARA — CenCal Health, the health plan founded in Santa Barbara more than 35 years ago, is being recognized as the Best Place to Work by Pacific Coast Business Times. The publication annually produces a list of the 25…
Jackson Legislation to Reduce Wildfire Risk Passes Key Committee
Strengthens local planning in high fire risk areas without compromising regional housing goals and encourages fire-resistant construction SACRAMENTO –As California prepares for the next catastrophic wildfire season, legislation by State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to strengthen local planning requirements in high…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for April 23 — Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 6 – 8 pm for a reception celebrating the opening of new MCASB exhibition, James Benning: Quilts, Cigarettes & Dirt (Portraits of America)
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Join us! Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 6 – 8 pm for a reception celebrating the opening of new MCASB exhibition, James Benning: Quilts, Cigarettes & Dirt (Portraits of America). RSVP Here Want to…
15th Annual Business & Technology Partnership Leadership Dinner celebrates peer mentorship
CAMARILLO — Three CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) students who have distinguished themselves as outstanding peer mentors were honored at the 15th Annual Business & Technology Partnership (B&TP) Leadership Dinner. A Business Leader, Faculty Leader and Technology Leader of the Year…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for April 19 — Big Fish: The Musical
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Who Will Write Our History, May 21st, 2019 7PM Click Here To Buy Tickets Today! Upcoming Events Big Fish: The Musical Wed. April 24 7pm, Fri. April 26th 7pm, Sat. April 27th 1pm…
VCCCD Chancellor Appoints New Leadership at Moorpark and Oxnard Colleges
OXNARD — Ventura County Community College District Chancellor Greg Gillespie has appointed Moorpark College President Luis Sanchez to serve as Oxnard College Acting President. With an immediate vacancy created by this appointment, Chancellor Gillespie has appointed Dr. Julius Sokenu as Moorpark…
CSUCI to award honorary doctorates to four individuals who have shattered barriers and forged pathways to higher education
CAMARILLO — Four individuals who have distinguished themselves with their support for CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) will be awarded honorary doctorates at CSUCI’s 2019 Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18. At the 9 a.m. ceremony, Founding President of Excelencia in Education,…
20 PVHS and SMHS students recently attended the Los Danzantes De Atzlan Folklorico Workshop
SANTA MARIA —About 20 PVHS and SMHS students recently attended the Los Danzantes De Atzlan Folklorico Workshop with world famous Ballet Folklorico National of Mexico Director Silvia Lozano at Fresno State University. The environment allowed the dancers to learn more…
Ventura College Foundation Announces Recipients of First Allied Health Scholarships
VENTURA — Ventura College students interested in careers in the medical and health fields received the first annual Allied Health Scholarship awards from the Ventura College Foundation at an April 13 ceremony at the college. A total of $93,300 in…
Community Input Needed Regarding Next Oxnard School District Superintendent
OXNARD — The Board of Trustees of the Oxnard School District is in the process of conducting a search for the purposes of hiring the District’s next Superintendent. Dr. Cesar Morales, Superintendent of the Oxnard School District, has accepted the position of…
Register for SBCC Summer Sessions
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College is offering two six-week sessions this summer. Summer Session 1 begins May 20, and Summer Session 2 begins June 29. Current students seeking to transfer or earn an associate degree can fast-track progress…
Bilingual commentary: Teachers’ Dilemma: Pay vs. the Cost of Living
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes •…
Guest commentary: The Unconstitutional Oxnard Civil Gang Injunctions are a Fear Mongering Fraud and must be Rescinded!
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By Armando Vazquez / Guest contributor Around…
Vote Now To Select Oxnard Salsa Festival’s ‘Battle of the Bands’ Fan Favorite
OXNARD — Community members get to vote for their favorite band in the Oxnard Salsa Festival’s first “Battle of the Bands” contest. The band with the most votes will perform at this year’s festival. The 26th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival…
Nearly 160 Final Inspection Reports for Properties Affected by Woolsey Fire Submitted to Counties
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — State officials at the Debris Removal Operations Center (DROC) in Calabasas have submitted final inspection reports to local officials in Los Angeles and Ventura counties for nearly 160 properties affected by the Woolsey Fire that have completed…
Carnegie Art Museum update for April 18 — Museum closed in observance of Easter Sunday, April 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter GUIDED MEDITATION Wednesday, April 24 6-7 pm | ages 13 to adult $5 donation / members $3 Buddhist Meditation is an ancient set of teachings, which enables the practitioner to connect body and mind…
SBCC’s Scheinfeld Center Announces New Get REAL Accelerator for Startup Support
Scheinfeld New Venture Challenge winners to receive customized support for the launch of their ventures and entrepreneurial development SANTA BARBARA — The Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at SBCC is pleased to announce its launch of the Get REAL…
Bilingual report: Ventura County Public Works Agency study to save millions by improving storm basin efficiency
Over the next 10 years, Ventura County Public Works Agency has projected that it will save more than $6.7 million by eliminating the removal of 330,000 cubic yards of excess sediment generated during Ventura County storm events. VENTURA COUNTY — The…
Cheesecake Factory opens Oxnard location
CALABASAS HILLS — The Cheesecake Factory®, (NASDAQ: CAKE) has opened its newest restaurant in Oxnard. With more than 200 menu selections including SkinnyLicious® dishes with 590 calories or less and Saturday and Sunday Brunch – handmade, in-house with fresh ingredients…
SBCC team wins International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition
SANTA BARBARA —The SBCC ethics debate team won first place in its division at the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition held at the Hilton Center for Business at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, April 10-12. The team…