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Ojai traffic stop turns up drugs and a wanted fugitive

Details: Published: Monday, 29 March 2021 16:45

Photo courtesy VCSO

A large quantity of methamphetamine, two large bags of marijuana, approximately two dozen stolen credit and debit cards, and fraudulent license plates seized by Ojai deputies after a traffic stop in downtown Ojai.

A routine traffic stop by Ojai deputies March 28 yielded a large amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, stolen credit cards and an out-of-state fugitive, authorities said.

Firefighters, helicopter rescue man in Casitas Pass crash

Details: Published: Monday, 29 March 2021 13:53

Photo courtesy VCFD

A Ventura County firefighter works to rescue a driver injured in a suspected DUI crash near Lake Casitas.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News senior reporter

Authorities arrested a Central Valley man on suspicion of DUI after a solo vehicle crash on Casitas Pass Road west of Ojai March 27.

Santa Anas bring elevated fire risk this week

Details: Published: Monday, 29 March 2021 12:58

Ojai Valley News file photo by Perry Van Houten

Water-dropping helicopters battle the Thomas Fire in Ojai in December of 2017.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News senior reporter

Moderate to locally strong Santa Ana winds will bring warm and dry conditions, and an elevated threat of wildfire to Southern California this week, forecasters said.

Lawyer, former Ojai mayor Paul Blatz dies

Details: Published: Monday, 29 March 2021 11:54

Photo courtesy Blatz Law Firm

In his career, attorney Paul Blatz participated in more than 65 civil, criminal and family law trials.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News senior reporter

Longtime Ojai attorney and civic leader Paul Blatz passed away March 26.

Nordhoff Homecoming Reverse Parade 'Out of this World"!

Details: Published: Saturday, 27 March 2021 23:21

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Nordhoff High School cheerleaders capture spirit of the evening.

Nordhoff High School was lit up like a galaxy of stars Saturday night, spotlighting a universe of talent and enthusiasm, showing off the skills of cheerleaders, dancers, the Homecoming Court, Nordhoff organizations, sports and more.

The theme of the Homecoming Reverse Parade was "Out of this World," providing an opportunity for community members to drive through the lighted archways to enjoy the Ranger spirit and celebrate students returning to campus after spring break.

Online tour of Topa Topa April 1 — 5:30 p.m. in English, 6:15 p.m. in Spanish

Details: Published: Saturday, 27 March 2021 22:34

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Ojai Unified School District will hold an online tour of Topa Topa Elementary School — on Thursday, April 1.

To sign up for the virtual tours in English and Spanish on April 1, click HERE

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Police blotter as of March 24, 2021

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 10:41

City of Ojai

Crimes

• Vandalism was reported in the 1100 block of Maricopa Highway March 17.

• Identity theft was reported in the 800 block of Park Road March 21.

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Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 10:31

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Seabee's last battle for Veterans' Village on 20 acres on Creek Road

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:26

Photo courtesy Gold Coast Veterans Foundation

U.S. Navy veteran Bill Mors of Ojai planned and designed a homeless Veterans’ Village proposed for Creek Road in Oak View, and donated a substantial amount of money to build it, prior to his death in January.

Below are renderings of the log cabins on the site and the proposed layout of Veterans Village.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News senior reporter

A local veterans organization wants to win the war against veteran homelessness in Ventura County.

Vaccine eligibility opens up in April

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:23

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Gov. Gavin Newsom visits the COVID-19 vaccination center at the Ventura County Office of Education in Camarillo on March 2.

Austin Widger, Ojai Valley News reporter

All California residents over the age of 50 will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination starting April 1 and, come April 15, everyone over the age of 16 will be eligible to receive their shot.

VCFD honors extraordinary service of Burkett, Moomey, Taylor

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:21

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Photos courtesy VCFD and The C.R.E.W.

From left, Celine Moomey, employee of the year in VCFD’s Aviation-Wildland Division; Medal of Valor winner John Paul Taylor, longtime leader for The C.R.E.W.; and Engineer Ryan Burkett, firefighter of the year for VCFD Battalion 2.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News senior reporter

The Ventura County Fire Department honored lifesaving heroes and outstanding employees, including two Ojai residents, at its 25th Annual Awards announced March 18.

Gas-power tool fines harder to blow off

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:17

Austin Widger, Ojai Valley News reporter

Ojai City Council authorized City Manager James Vega at its March 23 meeting to enter into an agreement to initiate a city collections process for the gas landscaping equipment prohibition.

Nordhoff alumni share superpowers at Hall of Character, Achievement talk

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:16

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Nordhoff alumni Amanda Lee speaks to two Ranger classes.

Austin Widger, Ojai Valley News reporter

The first two Nordhoff alumni guest speakers have Zoomed into classrooms around the school over the past two weeks as part of the new Hall of Character and Achievement.

Active COVID-19 cases in county fall below 400

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:13

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As of March 25, there were 79,390 people who ever were diagnosed with COVID-19 in Ventura County, and 361 active cases under quarantine.

CMWD opts to appoint replacement for outgoing director, Spandrio

Details: Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 09:08

Photo courtesy CMWD

Angelo Spandrio’s last day as director for Casitas Municipal Water District is March 26.

Perry Van Houten, Ojai Valley News reporter

Directors of Casitas Municipal Water District plan to appoint, rather than elect, a replacement for board member Angelo Spandrio.

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Ojai traffic stop turns up drugs and a wanted fugitive

Firefighters, helicopter rescue man in Casitas Pass crash

Santa Anas bring elevated fire risk this week

Lawyer, former Ojai mayor Paul Blatz dies

Nordhoff Homecoming Reverse Parade 'Out of this World"!

Online tour of Topa Topa April 1 — 5:30 p.m. in English, 6:15 p.m. in Spanish

Police blotter as of March 24, 2021

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Seabee's last battle for Veterans' Village on 20 acres on Creek Road

Vaccine eligibility opens up in April

VCFD honors extraordinary service of Burkett, Moomey, Taylor

Gas-power tool fines harder to blow off

Nordhoff alumni share superpowers at Hall of Character, Achievement talk

Active COVID-19 cases in county fall below 400

CMWD opts to appoint replacement for outgoing director, Spandrio

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Ojai traffic stop turns up drugs and a wanted fugitive

Firefighters, helicopter rescue man in Casitas Pass crash

Santa Anas bring elevated fire risk this week

Lawyer, former Ojai mayor Paul Blatz dies

Nordhoff Homecoming Reverse Parade 'Out of this World"!

Online tour of Topa Topa April 1 — 5:30 p.m. in English, 6:15 p.m. in Spanish

Police blotter as of March 24, 2021

ADVERTISEMENT: Another Warehouse Sale

Seabee's last battle for Veterans' Village on 20 acres on Creek Road

Vaccine eligibility opens up in April

VCFD honors extraordinary service of Burkett, Moomey, Taylor

Gas-power tool fines harder to blow off

Nordhoff alumni share superpowers at Hall of Character, Achievement talk

Active COVID-19 cases in county fall below 400

CMWD opts to appoint replacement for outgoing director, Spandrio

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