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My father was an immigrant who , like many others, was drawn to Santa Paula because of the need for agricultural labor. When he first arrived he worked in the Limoneria orchards that surrounded this little town. This…

North Ranch Country Club Life Style Center
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North Ranch Country Club Life Style Center

299 Thousand Oaks Boulevard Residential Luxury Apartments
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The 299 Thousand Oaks Project situated on 3.2 acres. 142 Luxury Apartments with 11,000 square feet of retail and commercial space. 299 Thousand Oaks include state-of-the-art amenities, a large Plaza composed of…

McGrath Estuary
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We were driving down harbor home from work and I made my husband pull over so I could snap this shot. This shot is special to me because it was such a magical sunset. Since I took this picture, I have had 3 artists…

The Cross
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There are not enough words to accurately describe the feeling of how magical and special this place is. You have to visit the Cross...

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Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) President & CEO Bruce Stenslie was recognized as the Ventura County Leadership Academy’s Business Leader of the Year. Staff and advisors came in celebration of Bruce’s…

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This panoramic photo was donated by a grandson of a bracero from Jalisco, Mexico. It features a Bracero crew or cuadrilla that worked in Ventura County in the 1950s and was supervised by Rudy (last name unknown) who is…

Spring Passion
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This postcard is from a special exhibit for the Museum of Ventura County from 2002. The pastel drawing was created by artist Jannene Behl and is called "Spring Passion."

Ventura County Strawberries
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Our county's top crop!

Santa Clara School
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Ventura County historic landmark

Mailija Dam
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Matilija Dam after the rain

Ventura County Sheriff Andrew Snodgrass
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Andrew Snodgrass was the 5th Ventura County Sheriff and served from 1882-1890. His son was the famous professional baseball player, Fred Snodgrass. He also looks a lot like Alec Baldwin!

Family at Wings Over Camarillo
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Wings Over Camarillo is one of the greatest air shows in the state, and we love that it's held here in Ventura County! For many, it's their first time at an air show, and it's truly something you'll never forget.

Feelin' the Heat at Wings Over Camarillo!
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When the fire and booms come out at Wings Over Camarillo, everyone's up on their feet ready to watch. You can feel that heat from the airport to the freeway! It's such a sight to see!

Harry Nelson Speaks at the Opening of the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in 1991
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It is special as it was the opening day of the new Channel Islands Maritime Museum. So many people helped to make this day possible including Harry Nelson and Martin "Bud" Smith. Both Harry and Bud have passed but the…

Local school children at California Coastal Horse Rescue in Ojai<br />
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This photo is special as it shows what California Coastal Horse Rescue's Learn, Care & Share program is all about. The Rescue, as part of its commitment to Humane Education, offers the Learn, Care & Share program to…

First Car Owned By Ventura County Sheriff - In Year 1906 Stevens Durea
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First Car Owned By Ventura County Sheriff - In Year 1906 Stevens Durea.
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Dick Haydon, Undersheriff
Bill McGlinchey, Constable;
Ed Mercer, Chauffeur;
E. G. McMartin, Sheriff

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Sea anemone in a ride pool, Ventura
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Tidepooling at low tide is one of my favorite activities in Ventura.

Sunset from our dock
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Seeing the changing clouds reflected in the sea is a highlight of living on the shore.

My dad and brother at Community Memorial Hospital, 1988
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The day my brother was born, Ventura, California

Gloomy day near Santa Paula after the Thomas fires
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Air filled with thick smoke and low visibility.

Spring gloom
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Spring of 2023 has been particularly gloomy this year. This bird was enjoying the weather at the Ventura harbor.

Sunset over Oxnard shores
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Late winter

California Street, downtown Ventura
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The shadows cast by the creative guardrails protecting the walking path which crosses above the 101 freeway.

St. Mary Magdalene Chapel
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You can clearly see the Islamic moorish influence in the courtyard of this traditional chapel in Camarillo. Initially built in the early 1900s, some of the stained glass windows date to somewhat shortly after its…
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