Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
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🎭 Culture
Pink Martini held a global musical celebration at Kavli Theatre on March 13, entertaining a full house with Latin, jazz, and world rhythms.
The show featured audience sing-alongs and a guest performance by Gina Belafonte — a debut that added extra flair to the evening.
Malabo Lake resident Brian Rooney won Best Local Short Doc at the Ladyface Mountain Film Festival for his documentary 'Our Hollywood Backyard,' which explores Hollywood history at the old Fox Ranch near Malibu.
The film will have an extra screening + Q&A at the amphitheater in Malibu Creek State Park on June 13.
🌲 Environment
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is a project to reconnect local wildlife habitats over the busy freeway.
Rising costs from $90 million to over $114 million and delays from heavy rains and complex construction mean the project is now expected to finish in 2026.
🏥 Health
Andrea Gallagher of Senior Concerns explains that degenerative changes in the spine are a normal part of aging and advises physical therapy + ergonomic adjustments for neck and shoulder pain.
This advice serves Ventura residents looking to manage everyday strain through active care.
Ventura health officials are monitoring the BA.3.2 'Cicada' COVID variant after its detection in wastewater statewide today.
Officials say the virus — highly mutated but not causing severe illness — means residents with cough and sore throat should test promptly.
📰 Real Estate
Developers announced plans on March 27 to convert 126 acres at Muranaka Farm (currently used for crops) in Moorpark into up to 700 homes.
Further review of the proposal is expected soon.
Homeowner Leo Paulo is rebuilding his Santa Cruz Way home with noncombustible concrete panels to protect against future wildfires, following the Mountain fire which destroyed his previous home.
Neighbors on the ridge are also exploring these modern methods & energy-saving benefits.
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