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Tracy Lehr

VENTURA, Calif. – Wedding dresses and love letters are just part of an annual display the Olivas Adobe Historical Park in Ventura.

The free event called Brides and Bell Towers took place at the park on June 8th.

Many couples have been married on the grounds that date back to 1837.

Locals lent wedding gowns and other items for the occasion.

Volunteers at one of the displays had antique weapons and joked about shotgun weddings back in the day.

But Olivas Adobe Historic Interpreter, Debra Milbourne, said the variety of wedding dresses tell other stories.

“These are gowns that were people’s hopes and dreams,” said Milbourne, “and as I was ironing some of them I was thinking about who could have worn these dresses and what their hopes and dreams were.”

Historian Glenda Jackson gave a talk about the items she has collected over the years including shoes dating back to the 1700s.

“For me it is a passion, I have been collecting, I got my first piece of vintage antique clothing when I was 13, many, many decades ago so it is fun for me to bring everything out form the dark and into the light and share the information,” said Jackson.

Volunteer docents dressed in period outfits showed people around the park that includes a Bell Tower, a rose garden and a gift shop.

For information about weddings at the Olivas Adobe visit https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov

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Christer Schmidt

CALIFORNIA VALLEY, Calif. – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife San Luis Obispo Unit will be conducting a prescribed burn of approximately 319 acres in the California Valley area on June 9th.

The burn is part of ongoing habitat restoration efforts and wildfire risk reduction initiatives.

Smoke may be visible in the area during the burn. People are advised not to report smoke in that area.

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Tracy Lehr

VENTURA, Calif. – Big races always keep the Derby Club in Ventura busy.

Local racing fans had a chance to bet on the final race in the Triple Crown on Saturday.

While waiting for the famous race, fans killed time by betting on other races.

The Derby Club features satellite wagering year-round.

Fans also have a chance to wine and dine, while watching the simulcast horse races.

For more information visit https://thederbyroom.com

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Tracy Lehr

CAMARILLO, Calif – Weekly protests outside the Tesla dealership in Camarillo show no signs of slowing, even as tensions between President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk escalate publicly.

For the fourth straight month, demonstrators returned to the Tesla showroom on Daily Drive this Saturday, part of a coordinated national movement criticizing Musk’s leadership at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Similar protests have been held regularly since mid-February.

Protesters say Musk’s DOGE-led budget cuts have harmed critical public services from Veterans Affairs to the National Park Service prompting frustration from both longtime civil servants and members of the public.

While some organizers expected the protests might taper off following Musk’s recent fallout with the president, the feud appears to have energized rather than silenced demonstrators.

The feud between Trump and Musk erupted in late May after Musk criticized a sweeping tax-and-spending bill endorsed by Trump as a “disgusting abomination.” In response, the president threatened to cancel federal contracts with Musk’s companies, including Tesla and SpaceX, and called Musk “unhinged.”

The fallout has rippled through financial markets. Tesla stock plummeted by more than 14% in a single day following the spat, wiping out roughly $150 billion in company value.

Despite the stock hit and growing political backlash, Tesla’s retail presence remains a focal point for weekly dissent.

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Tracy Lehr

VENTURA, Calif. – The Seaside Tattoo Show made its mark this weekend in Ventura.

The event returned to the Ventura County Fairgrounds for a three-day run, though this year it was held in a different building.

Artists from around the world, including South Korea, were taking appointments.

The show also featured an artist from Nebraska who designed this year’s official show poster.

“What inspired it, I would say the area. We are right by the ocean, so I just kind of encapsulated all that in the ship and the waves,” said artist J. Barnett.

One of his friends and customers traveled from Altadena to get another tattoo on her arm.

“It hurts at first, and then it kind of wears off a little bit and you can relax,” said Jill Becker.

Local artist Horacio Martinez painted live on center stage while tattoo artists worked nearby.

The Seaside Tattoo Show ran from June 6–8 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.

For more information visit https://seasidetattooshow.com

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Tracy Lehr

OXNARD, Calif.- The Special Olympics Torch Run stopped for a hand off in Oxnard before heading to the games in Long Beach.

All week long the torch has made its way along the coast, including Santa Maria and Santa Barbara.

On one of the legs, Special Olympians and their supporters ran a 10k in Oxnard before the hand off to the runners in Port Hueneme.

They hope to raise awareness.

Volunteers were thrilled to be part of the 39th torch run in California.

Sgt Brian Woolley of Oxnard Police Department posed for a photo with the group.

“We are with the torch running in front of our police station, we just took a photograph and we are ready to hand off to Hueneme P.D. in just a few minutes,” said Sgt. Woolley.

Lupita Avila is a Special Olympics volunteer who hoped people will join them next year.

“It is free for all athletes, so if anyone is interested in supporting us as a coach or if you want to put your child as an athlete, please go to https://www.specialolympics.com and sign up.”

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Tracy Lehr

VENTURA, Calif. – The AIDS/LifeCycle ride came to a close Saturday in Santa Monica.

Riders spent their final night at San Buenaventura State Beach, where they were greeted by supporters in costumes—including two dressed as characters from the musical Wicked.

Hundreds of riders camped in tents, though some opted for nearby hotels for their last night.

This year marked the final leg of the iconic 545-mile ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

Organizers announced on the event website that AIDS/LifeCycle is no longer financially sustainable due to skyrocketing production costs.

A mother and son from Colorado, who have local ties to the area, described the end as bittersweet.

“I spent half the day in my head thinking about how happy I was to be part of the ride, all the times I’ve done it in the past, and kind of sad about the fact that I’m not coming back,” said Keith Mitchell.

“It was beautiful—the whole scenery all the way down along the ocean—and doing this with my son for the last time that we’ll be able to,” said Kathie Mitchell, who has relatives along the coast.

One longtime participant, known as the “Bus Liaison,” reflected on the emotional final stretch.

“It’s been an amazing 30 years. I’m one of the people that started back in ’94 and have been here for every ride. It’s kind of sad that it’s ending—maybe more than a little bit sad,” said Tom Smith Jr.

Smith said the seven-day ride has raised more than $300 million over the decades. He added that it has also helped reduce the stigma surrounding the LGBTQ+ community and those affected by HIV/AIDS.

After a night of rest in Ventura, cyclists rode through Thousand Oaks on Saturday morning, heading toward the Santa Monica finish line and celebration.

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Tracy Lehr

OXNARD, Calif. – A former mayor of Oxnard is being remembered for putting his mark on the city.

Friends and family attended a Memorial Mass for Dr. Thomas E. Holden at Santa Clara Church in Oxnard on Friday.

The city closed off a portion of the Oxnard Historic District for a block party style celebration of his life in front of the family home.

Holden was the son of a longtime local business owner, and was a longtime optometrist.

Holden died following a short battle with cancer.

He is survived by a large family that includes his wife and their three sons, Patrick, Jack and Nicholas.

Holden was 71-years-old.

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Andie Lopez Bornet

OXNARD, Calif. – Summer is just around the corner and some kids have already started Summer break.

A Ventura County doctor and surfer shared tips on staying safe in the water this summer, such as staying hydrated in the sun, drinking electrolytes, and the importance of wearing sunscreen.

“You should always know your limits and not go out in conditions such as big surf that you’re not ready for,” said Internal Medicine Dr. Ramsey Ulrich. “You want to be respectful in the surf line up, for example, if someone’s riding a wave they have priority and you need to as a paddler get out of their way.

“Stingrays, the season where they are a concern in Southern California are between like May and October. Sometimes you hear when you come in and out of the water to shuffle your feet to try to disrupt the sand and scare them away.”

Ramsay says that jelly fish are also common in the summer and if stung to wash immediately with salt water and scrape off any barbs, then proceed to soak the area in hot water to deactivate the toxin.

 He also shares that for those trying out surfing this summer to practice being a strong swimmer and paddler.

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Andie Lopez Bornet

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Santa Barbara Community Academy is celebrating 25 years of growth and educational excellence.

 The celebration included live music by Mezcal Martini, alumni gathering and had some of the young students in attendance.

Santa Barbara community academy is a school of choice and is community-based. It allows parents to be involved whether in the classroom or events.

“To see the impact that they have on the community, how they brought the community together, because we’re a school of choice we get students from all over Santa Barbara,” said Suzette McCormick, Principal at Santa Barbara Community Academy. “And this school has produced wonderful, wonderful students citizens, so I am very proud to be part of this school.”

McCormick says her hope for the next 25 years is for the school to continue to grow and thrive academically.

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