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By Mark Ortega — Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
 Make way! Here comes the Class of 1963! The FHS Class of 1963 will be celebrating their 55th class reunion on Friday, June 8th at Wm. L. Morris Chevrolet in Fillmore. The reunion starts at 5:00pm and ends at 10:00pm. Please contact Kurt and Sue Adams at 805-524-3511 for details. Special Note: The class of '63 has many good friends in the class of '62 and '64 and want to invite those two classes to join their reunion for some fun, laughter, good food, and friendship. It all happens on June 8th, 2018. Call Sue and Kurt today to confirm this good time. Hip Hip Hooray! for the FHS Class of 1963! And don’t forget, all FHS alumni are invited to this year’s annual Alumni Dinner/Dance on June 9th, 2018. For more information and tickets, visit www.fillmorehighalumni.com and click on the Events link at the top of the website. Enlarge Photo |
 Photo of the Week: "Super Mouse of Mugu attacking" by Bob Crum. Photo data: Canon 7DII, ISO 1000, 1/800 seconds, Tamron 16-300mm lens @300mm. Enlarge Photo By Bob Crum — Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
Harrowing experiences
 Bob Crum First, portrait photography is not my favorite genre--especially of teenagers. But “no” was not an option. A friend of a friend. You know how that is. Mother wants a portrait of her son for relatives back east. Must be natural light, I'm not loving flash photography much. To impress the relatives back east, mom selects Mugu rock on the PCH, background the ocean. Works for me. When they arrived, the afternoon light was delicious. No sooner had John, not his real name, and I met it was obvious he was no more happy sitting for his portrait than I was shooting it. Let's go over here I suggested. John agreed, mom objected. “I want the rock and the ocean,” she said. Fine, I said, move the rock and it'll work. She didn't appreciate my humor. I wasn't kidding. I knew the perfect place for John to perch. It meant some rock climbing. Fine with John. Mom stayed up top. With John sitting on a boulder with the ocean background, I urged John to smile. Wasn't happening. Mom noted and yelled: “Smile John!” John remained stone faced. John, I said, smile and we can both go home. John was obstinate. So was I. OK, John, here's how it is: You either smile or you are going to sit on that rock until you become one with it and seagulls poop all over you. He finally smiled, just long enough for me to capture a couple photos. Not enough. One more time John. Nothing doing. Mom, I yelled, bribe your son! “New cell phone John!” mom yelled. John's smile was ear to ear wide. “Did he smile?” yelled Mom. Yes! a lot, I replied! Mom loved the photos and wrote the check with a smile. I smiled too. Smiling is good! Well folks, that's it, done with portrait work for the rest of the year. Well, maybe. If you want to pay a $50,000 sitting fee then I'm your guy. Afterward, I had time to stroll around and perhaps come upon a photo op or two. A few pelicans flew by but I forgot to reinstall the telephoto lens. OK, forget the pelicans. After changing lenses, maybe shoot some explosive waves. Nah, wasn't happening. Calm ocean, slack tide. Boring. It's like that sometimes. Worse, no mermaids! Whoa, out of the corner of my eye, the left one of course, I glimpsed a hairy animal. Then it disappeared. I moved to get a better view of where the animal emerged. I shouldn't have. It suddenly reappeared and began to move towards me. Frightened, I froze. It moved slowly at first oblivious of my presence. As I raised the camera it saw me and instantly began to rapidly charge at me. Escape options were limited with the ocean on one side, a cliff on the other. Difficult as it might be, my only escape was to scramble up a nearby boulder. Mmmm. But even as the shrieking hairy monster with its glaring beady eyes got closer, you know I have to capture at least one photo. Thankfully it finally moved on, disappearing into the rocks. I quickly returned to the safety of my truck. Whew! Of the two: The tortuous portrait shoot or confronting a hairy monster; which would I prefer? HA! That's easy. I'll take my chances photographing ferocious wildlife any day! That said, I'm thrilled to have escaped this harrowing experience to bring you the photo of the week: The menacing Super Mouse of Mugu! Happy photoing. Send your suggestions, comments and questions to bob@fillmoregazette.com |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
The Fillmore Flower Show will be here before you know it! This year it will be April 14 and 15 at the Active Adult Center. The theme is “Fillmore Blooms”. We hope to see many of you bring your garden treasures to share with the community. |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
Ventura County Clerk-Recorder, Registrar of Voters Mark Lunn announced the extension of the nomination period to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, for two offices that are scheduled to be voted upon at the June 5, 2018 Statewide Direct Primary Election. The extension applies to the offices of Ventura County Supervisor, 4th District, and Ventura County Sheriff. The extension is only applicable to persons other than the incumbent. Nomination documents for persons interested in the offices may be obtained at the Ventura County Elections Division, Hall of Administration, Lower Plaza, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura. Additional information regarding candidate qualifications and filing procedures may be obtained from the Ventura County Elections Division by calling (805) 654-2664, or by visiting the Ventura County Elections Division website: www.venturavote.org. |
 Saturday, March 3rd at 4:15pm the Fillmore Flashes Girls Soccer Team was welcomed home with a victory parade down Central Avenue as they returned from their 3-1 victory against Azusa High School for the CIF Southern Section Girls Soccer Division 7 Championship Title. This was the first time in 31 years the Flashes have played in the CIF finals. The Fillmore Fire Department allowed the team to ride on top of Engine 91 as they escorted them downtown to celebrate their historic victory. This win advanced the team into the Southern California Regional Girls Soccer Championship 1st round game at home against Rosamond High School this past Tuesday, March 6th, where they again took the victory, 7-1. Enlarge Photo By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 Top l-r: Coaches Cristoval Gomez, Francisco Garibay, Yareli Vasquez, Isabella Vaca, Shania Leon, Alexis Mejia, Kayla Martinez, Tori Villegas, Yaneli Conbian, Valerie Hernandez, Coaches Omero Martinez, Johnny Vaca, Alexsys Covarrubias, Ana Covarrubias, Anahi Andrade, Coach Yazu Meza. Middle Bottom: Ari Magana, Aliyah Alfaro, Jennifer Cruz, Sophia Garibay, Lupita Bravo, Emily Garibay, Lupita Ruvalcaba, Susie Garcia, Andrea Maruffo. Keepers: Ashley Yepez and Aaliyah Lopez. Coaches not pictured Jenny Andrade. Photo courtesy Coach Omero Martinez. Enlarge Photo  Pictured is the team in front of Fillmore Fire Engine 91 after riding into town on top as they celebrated their victory. Enlarge Photo For the first time on 31 years the Fillmore Flashes Girls Soccer Program played in the CIF Southern Section Girls Soccer Division 7 Championship game. On Saturday, March 3rd 12pm the Flashes Girls Soccer Team played in the CIF Southern Section Girls Soccer Division 7 Championship game against Azusa at a neutral field Warren High school. The Lady Flashes fought hard and defeated Azusa to bring home the Championship Title with a final score of 3-1. Fillmore scored two goals at the first 3 minutes of the game. Ana Covarrubias scored the first goal, followed by Andrea Marruffo. Yareli Vasquez scored in the second half to put the Lady Flashes up 3-0. Fillmore’s defense stayed strong and held Azusa to only 3 shots on goal. After the amazing win on Saturday, on Tuesday March 6th the Flashes took to the field again at home against Rosamond High School for the Southern California Regional Girls Soccer Championship 1st round game. The Flashes defeated Rosamond 7–0. They will advance the semi finals where they will take on Rialto High School Thursday, March 8th. |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 Captain Eric Tennessen After an extensive vetting process to select the next chief of police for the city of Fillmore, Captain Eric Tennessen has been named the city’s chief this week as Captain Dave Wareham retires after 32 years of service with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Tennessen, who is a 19-year veteran of the sheriff’s office, has an extensive background in investigations, which includes assignments in Camarillo, Moorpark, the Sheriff’s Gang Unit, the Special Crimes Unit, and the Major Crimes Bureau. Tennessen most recently managed patrol operations for the East County / Thousand Oaks station. Tennessen lives in Camarillo with his wife, Kaylee, and four children. He brings a diverse background to his new position, including a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology as well as a master’s degree in public administration from Cal State Northridge. The public is invited to get to know Tennessen during four “meet the chief” events scheduled in the coming weeks at the following locations: Prepared by: Sgt. Eric Buschow |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 Ventura County Sheriff's Department On Saturday, March 3, 2018, Sheriff’s detectives conducted compliance checks at the residences of twenty-nine (29) registered sex offenders throughout the Fillmore area. The compliance checks were funded through the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE / ELEAS) Grant. Twenty-seven (27) of the sex registrants were confirmed to be in compliance with their registration requirements. Two (2) registrants were not contacted because they were not home or had moved. Sheriff’s detectives will follow-up to determine if the remaining registrants not contacted are out-of-compliance. The Sheriff’s office aggressively pursues prosecution of sex registrants who fail to comply with their registration requirements. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting similar sweeps on an ongoing basis to verify registered sex offenders are living at their reported residences and in compliance with any probation or parole terms. Residents of Ventura County can visit the Megan’s Law website (www.meganslaw.ca.gov) to familiarize themselves with the sex registrants in their community. Prepared by: Sergeant Ryan Clark |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 On February 21st, the Fillmore Police Department and Ventura County Sheriff’s Office began a 12-week Public Safety Academy for the community. On Wednesday, March 7th at the Fillmore Active Adult Center the Fillmore Public Safety Academy held their weekly class. This past week’s session the group had a Ventura County Superior Court Judge come and share with the group about the Criminal Justice System. The academy is designed to provide community members with an inside look at law enforcement, first responders, the criminal justice system, and other public safety agencies. Classes are held Wednesday nights, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, at the Active Adult Center, 533 Santa Clara Ave. Enlarge Photo |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 On Friday, at 4:12 p.m., Fillmore Fire Department responded to a fire off of Riverside Avenue in Bardsdale. A backhoe had caught fire and was quickly extinguished. Cause of the fire was not available. Enlarge Photo |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
 Fillmore Unified School District Presentation and Approval of the Second Interim Report through January 31, 2018, Including Amendments to the 2017-2018 Approve the 2018-2019 School Calendar Approve Resolution Number 17-18-12 Regarding a Reduction or Discontinuance of Particular Kinds of Service Approve Resolution Number 17-18-13 to Approve Entering into Contracts for Services Related to the Installation of Emergency Notification System at Fillmore High School Personnel Recommendations |