Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of September.
Good morning, Ventura.
📰 Economy
AAA has analyzed California gas prices and found that driving farther for lower fuel prices may cost Ventura drivers more when extra miles, fuel used, and delays are counted.
The study shows that low posted prices do not always mean real savings.
🎓 Education
At a Sept. 3 board meeting, Conejo Valley Unified School District reported that enrollment stabilized at 15,332 students this fall (nearly matching last year’s 15,333) while expanded transitional kindergarten programs and staffing adjustments saved over $2 million.
🌲 Environment
Terminix International agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle hazardous waste and customer record disposal violations noted by the Ventura County District Attorney's Office.
It will enforce stronger environmental controls & training at its California facilities for seven years while $500K in penalties is suspended.
Ventura County recorded its hottest August with an average of 75.2 F and heightened humidity from a marine heat wave & Hurricane Marie remnants.
The National Weather Service warns that parts of Oxnard and Camarillo set high temperature records this month, and strong El Niño may bring a wet winter.
🏈 Sports
Prep teams posted strong results as Laguna Blanca beat Bishop Diego 3-1 in girls volleyball with key plays from Lauren Kenny and Maritt Blabey; Dos Pueblos won a girls tennis match 10-8 while Ventura and Carpinteria each secured 3-0 wins, and Dos Pueblos boys water polo split their matches.
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