City of Ventura to host draft General Plan Open House on Thursday, May 1
City of Ventura to host draft General Plan Open House on Thursday, May 1Community invited to review and weigh in on long-term plans for the City Ventura, Calif. - After more than five years in the making, the City of Ventura is excited to unveil the draft General Plan, a community-driven roadmap that will guide future growth, housing, transportation, environmental sustainability, and quality of life in Ventura through the year 2050. To kick off the public review process, the City will host
Women United Education Awards to Honor and Assist Single Moms
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Dawn Pettersen, 805.485.6288, ext. 230 dawn.pettersen@vcunitedway.org Women United Education Awards to Honor and Assist Single Moms Ventura, Calif., February 28,2025 - United Way of Ventura County’s Women United Education Awards Luncheon will once again be honoring single mothers who
SEEAG Selected To Receive A Target Circle Community Grant
Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) has been chosen to receive a grant from the Target Circle Community Giving Program. SEEAG will earn points that will go toward the grant every time Target Circle club members make a purchase and select SEEAG as the charity of their choice.“SEEAG is honored to be chosen to participate in this special charitable giving campaign, sponsored and funded by Target,” says Caitlin Paulus-Case, SEEAG executive director. “The more points SEEAG receives, the larger
Long-Time Ventura College Foundation Board Member Eleanor Tilquist Given Board Emeritus Status
Eleanor Tilquist, a Ventura College Foundation board member for over 10 years and who established annual scholarships for Ventura College students, was given Board Emeritus status by the foundation board at its March 17 meeting. Tilquist stepped down from the board earlier this year. “Eleanor is dedicated to seeing that students have every opportunity to succeed,” says Nicole Kreutz, Board Chair. “She is adored by students and the community. We are proud to bestow Eleanor with the Board Emeritus status
Ventura Fire Department First in Southern California to Launch Next-Generation Cardiac Monitoring Technology
Ventura, Calif. – The Ventura Fire Department is proud to announce the launch of a new fleet of cardiac monitor defibrillators, marking a significant advancement in emergency medical care for the community. The department has acquired 20 new LIFEPAK 35 devices, ensuring every fire unit is equipped with a monitor and replacing older models that have served the department for the past 15 years. To support the purchase, City leaders approved an investment of $1.28 million from the General Fund in July
Ventura Police host Coffee with a Cop Fundraiser to Support Autism Acceptance
Ventura Police host Coffee with a Cop fundraiser to support Autism acceptance Ventura, Calif. — The Ventura Police Department is partnering with the Autism Society Ventura County to host Coffee with a Cop, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for individuals and families affected by autism. Join police officers on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. at Café Ficelle in midtown Ventura, located at 2126 E. Main St. In honor of National Autism Acceptance Month,
