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Ventura
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Every Wednesday morning, Ventura Land Trust and volunteers clean the Ventura River at Willoughby Preserve (9 acres) by removing trash and invasive plants. Founded in 2003, the community non-profit has protected nearly 3,800 acres through similar efforts, ensuring these natural spaces remain safe for public use. KEYT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe's is set to launch its six new Summer Fun Mini Insulated Totes (costing $3.99 each) on Wednesday, May 20 at its California stores. The chilled 1.5-gallon bags come in six designs to keep snacks, drinks, and groceries cool. Ventura County Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The California State Parks Foundation released winners and honorable mentions from its annual poll on May 7, with over 2,000 votes collected across 12 categories from 24 counties. The results highlight California's diverse parks, including a Ventura county gem in the dog-friendly category. Ventura County Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Adam Schiff visited Carranza Family Farm on May 7, where he plucked organic strawberries and greeted local co-owners on the McGrath Family Farm property in Camarillo. Ventura County Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ California health officials are monitoring residents who sailed on the MV Hondius amid a hantavirus outbreak that claimed three lives among international passengers, though no one has shown symptoms + the public risk remains low. Ventura County Star
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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