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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 14-year-old from Newbury Park was bitten by a rattlesnake on March 20 while biking near the Wendy Trailhead and spent several days in Ventura County hospital + she is now recovering at home. Ventura County Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ High Street Arts Center’s Footloose runs through May 3 at 45 E. High St. in Moorpark. The production brings together a diverse cast (including a retired firefighter and a city council member) to celebrate community creativity. Moorpark Acorn
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Recent data shows California drivers paid an average of $5.89 per gallon on April 2 as high state taxes (71 cents per gallon) and transportation costs drive prices above those in other states. Experts point out that supply distances and environmental rules add to the high pump prices. Ventura County Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After nearly two decades of local efforts, over 1,600 acres of scenic hillsides are now permanently protected as the Ventura Hills Nature Preserve above the city. The preserve features popular hiking trails near Grant Park and Two Trees, ensuring Ventura’s natural heritage remains intact. KEYT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Outdoor enthusiasts should watch for the Maricopa harvester ant, a small reddish-brown insect found in nearby sandy and rocky areas that carries one of the most toxic venoms. Experts note that a sting causes severe pain, usually fading within hours but may require medical help for those with allergies. Ventura County Star
- ➤ Health experts advise hikers to stay on wide, well-used trails and avoid tall grass to prevent snake bites, and if bitten, to keep calm and seek emergency care immediately (local hospitals are prepared to treat bites). Moorpark Acorn
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first rule of any kind of progress: showing up.
~ Ryan Holiday
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