Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
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💼 Business
SpaceX will launch its Falcon 9 rocket today from Vandenberg Space Force Base at 6 a.m. PT to deploy 28 Starlink satellites into orbit — Ventura residents can watch the launch from local sites such as Ventura Pier and San Buenaventura State Beach, though weather delays are possible.
🎓 Education
Sequoia Middle School is launching an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program for students in grades six through 10 this school year—an effort that is part of a district plan to build an IB continuum from Cypress Elementary to Newbury Park High School.
Teachers will use inquiry-driven lessons and strong support systems to help students build global awareness and critical thinking.
🏛️ Government
Thousand Oaks officials are updating a 2025-27 legislative platform that focuses on state and federal issues such as transportation, water, open space, public safety and climate resilience—guiding local lobbying efforts in Sacramento and Washington.
The draft will be discussed by City Council in an upcoming meeting.
🏈 Sports
Bishop Diego won 43-16 over Camarillo in their Marmonte League opener — Tua Rojas threw four touchdown passes and Gabe Villa scored three as the Cardinals moved to 6-0.
Carpinteria beat Santa Clara 55-6 in their Citrus Coast League game — Drew Filippini returned two punts for touchdowns.
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