![]() Fillmore Rotary met RYLA students Isabel Arredondo, Valentin Garcia, Olivia Nava, Valente Garcia (twin) Samantha Resendez, and Martha Richardson. Not pictured Nevaeh Quezada, Mia Urbano, Madelynn Gonzalez, and Kristina Budai. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Martha Richardson, the RYLA Co-Ordinator, introduced the students who attended camp; Isabel Arredondo, Valentin Garcia, Olivia Nava, Valente Garcia (twin), Samantha Resendez. The three who also attended but didn’t come to the meeting were Nevaeh Quesada, Mia Urbano and Madelynn Gonzalez. Our alternate student was Kristina Budai who was on standby to attend but didn’t get to go. The Rotary Youth Leadership camp was held at Camp Ramah in Ojai. The camp is designed to teach and promote leadership skills. They have indoor and outdoor activities and invite talented speakers to teach, motivate and inspire the students. The students have an opportunity to meet many new friends as our District 5240 spans from San Luis Obispo to Agoura Hills and Inland to China Lake. There are 72 clubs and each has the opportunity to send students. Our club members enjoyed hearing each students’ thoughts about camp including the challenging ropes course, the speakers and setting goals and always striving for more even after you reach your goals, communication skills be courageous and not afraid. They also found that not being allowed to have cell phones was really great, they saw more, heard more and learned a lot. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 14th, 2026
As part of our wildfire prevention and mitigation program, over the next few weeks, SCE will be conducting inspections in your neighborhood using drones and/or helicopters. |
![]() On Saturday, May 2nd, Soroptimist International of Fillmore hosted their first ever Annual Mad Tea Party for all to come out and enjoy. They enjoyed live music by the Wade Brothers, raised over $4,000 toward their Live Your Dreams scholarships and our local Fillmore High School Student Scholarships! Over 100+ were in attendance, the support was overwhelming and we treasure our friends and neighbors for coming out to have a fun day with us! Photo credit Soroptimist International of Fillmore Members. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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![]() Fillmore Civic Pride volunteers have selected the 2026 “May Yard of the Month” winner as Tim Klittich and his beautiful yard in the 300 block of Blaine. Avenue Pictured is Tim along with his dog, Hazy. Photo credit Linda Nunes. Enlarge Photo By Linda Nunes — Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Civic Pride volunteers have selected the beautiful yard at 303 Blaine Avenue, belonging to Tim Klittich, for the May “Yard of the Month “award. When Tim purchased this home in 2022, it was a brown house with slippery tile steps to the front porch & mostly weeds & dirt with 3 Cypress bushes & a Bird of Paradise plant. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Heads up, Fillmore! SoCal Edison will be conducting work to replace utility poles, resulting in overnight road closures on A Street: May 12 (8:00 PM – 5:00 AM) Closed between Sespe Ave & Old Telegraph Rd and May 13 (8:00 PM – 5:00 AM) Closed between 1st St & Sespe Ave. Posted April 30 at 5:13pm courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 7th, 2026
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, employees of Santa Clara Valley Disposal will be taking the day off on Monday, May 25. As a result, Fillmore residential customers will have their trash, recycling and yard/organics waste collected on Saturday, May 30, one day later than usual. Residents of the surrounding unincorporated areas will have their trash collected one day later than usual as well by E.J. Harrison & Sons. The regular collection schedule will resume the following week. |
![]() On Friday, April 24 to Sunday, April 26, our local Scouting America Troop 406 attended the Ventura County Camporee in Castaic for the first time in seven years. Above is Troop 406 participating in various skilled events amongst more than 300 other troops. Photo credit Brett Chandler and Samford Sam. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 30th, 2026
![]() Above are some of Fillmore’s Troop 406 competing in the archery event held at the Valley Trails Ranch in Castaic for the annual Ventura County Council Camporee Troop 406 Attends Annual County Camporee. Photo credit Brett Chandler and Samford Sam. Enlarge Photo ![]() Pictured is Fillmore Troop 406 enjoying the annual Ventura County Council Camporee in Castaic this past weekend. The troop participated in many events as well as enjoying the outdoors, learning lifelong skills while also competing against over 300 youths from other troops. Photo credit Brett Chandler and Samford Sam. Enlarge Photo By April Sam, Committee Member Troop 406 |
![]() On Saturday, April 25, the City of Fillmore hosted an Earth Day celebration at Fillmore’s Central Park. Folks of all ages were invited to come out and participate in activities like coloring station, build a bird feeder, planting activities, good food, and a photo booth as well as learning ways to make a difference. Photo credit Angel Esquivel and Gazette staff. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 30th, 2026
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![]() Pictured is Fillmore Rotary Club President Scott Beylik, Superintendent Chrissy Schieferle, Interact Club officers Nevaeh Quezada Co-President, Diego Tapia Co-President, Valentin Garcia-Treasurer, and Jimena Martinez-Secretary. Not pictured is Samantha Resendez-Vice President. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Chrissy Schieferle, Fillmore Superintendent of Schools, was the Fillmore Rotary Club speaker last week. She gave a thorough update on everything happening in each school. This is her 5th year as Superintendent. She was a Fillmore High School graduate in 1991 and has 29 years in education. She told us great things are happening. The high school received the 2024 California Distinguished School Award. Because of Advanced Placement many students are taking college classes, 51 students have taken at least one college class. Taking these classes motivates the students for their future. For those who will not attend college they need to know about regular jobs and she is happy to have people come and speak about their job and its benefits. They are also building a new gym with a weight room that has roll-up doors for hot weather. They are actually looking for donors so they can purchase new equipment and not have to use the old. There will also be a new Hall of Fame room to display our distinguished athletes from over the years and those to come. There will also be a new preschool room at San Cayetano School--why not start education early? Many of the schools now have solar and both cafeterias have air conditioning for hot days. There are many more renovating projects going on, it’s all for the students. She closed with “Success lies in the critical nature of collaboration if we work together, we can do great things.” |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Ventura, CA - The Downtown Ventura Certified Farmers’ Market has reached a milestone celebrating its 40th birthday on Saturday, April 25th, on the 200 block of Main Street, in Downtown Ventura. The free celebration will run from 8:00am to 12 noon with a special presentation at 8am. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Logic and Accuracy Testing of election equipment to begin April 20. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
FRIENDS OF THE BLANCHARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY |
![]() Pictured above is President-Elect John Garnica with last week’s guest speaker Mario Rodriguez. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Last week’s Fillmore Rotary Club speaker was Mario Rodriguez. He grew up in Fillmore and graduated FHS in 2006. When growing up he didn’t have good support at home and became a troublemaker and not heading down a good road. Other friends and adults guided him through those years and turned his life around. He is now working on the Ventura County Fatherhood Summit. It provides fathers and father figures an opportunity to explore the joys and challenges of fatherhood, connecting with other dads and accessing resources. Their next event will be on June 14, 2026 at 3100 Rose Avenue in Oxnard. For more information contact Mario Rodriguez at 805-561-8877 or MRODRIGUEZ@FIRST5VENTURA.ORG. |
![]() Ventura County Search and Rescue has acquired a Wingtra RAY Drone, which utilizes Artificial Intelligence in operations. Photo credit Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Enlarge Photo By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Sheriff Fryhoff is excited to announce his agency’s acquisition of the Wingtra RAY Search and Rescue Drone, a leap in technical capability and a valuable tool used exclusively to locate vulnerable lost or missing persons. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Drivers are urged to keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel
County of Ventura, California. – April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel. Distractions like checking a phone, using the in-dash touchscreen or car phone app, adjusting the radio, or eating can have devastating consequences. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Ventura County, CA - April 6, 2026 - The Ventura County Library Foundation (Foundation) is delighted to announce its upcoming signature fundraising event, Books, Birds, and Blooms: Outdoor Sanctuaries taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from Noon to 4:00 p.m. This unique outdoor experience will bring together nature, literature, and community in support of the Ventura County Library System. Bird watching experiences will be enhanced with the guidance of the Ventura Audubon Society. |
![]() Saturday, April 4, was the Fillmore Police Department Easter Eggstravanganza at Two Rivers Park. Above are the eager children taking their mark with their Easter baskets in hand to begin the ever-eventful Easter Egg hunt. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 9th, 2026
![]() On Saturday, April 4, from 9a.m.-noon, Two Rivers Park was filled with families and kids for the Fillmore Police Departments an “Easter Eggstravanganza Event.” The day was for the community members to have fun and have open conversations with our local law enforcement. The children played some fun games and interacted with first responders: the Mounted Unit, S.W.A.T, Bomb Squad, Probation, K9’s, Motor Unit, and Fillmore Fire Department. They checked out the equipment, Sheriff Command Post, Can-am and lots more. See more photos online at www.FillmoreGazette.com. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo Fillmore Police Station coordinated with the K-9 and Mounted Unit of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office to host an Easter Eggstravaganza for the community members of Fillmore. It was a beautiful day that resulted in lots of fun and laughs for all who attended. A community Easter egg-hunt and a variety of games were planned for everyone who wished to participate; patrol deputies and cadets joined in all the fun as well! A big thank you to each and every one of the community members who attended and showed support. VCSD is looking forward to hosting more events that focus on bringing members of law enforcement and members of the community together. Hope all had a happy and safe Easter! Photo credit Angel Esquivel. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 9th, 2026
![]() Pictured is Fillmore Rotary President Scott Beylik and speaker Eric Swenson. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo At last week’s Fillmore Rotary Club meeting Rotarian Renee Swenson introduced her husband as the guest speaker. Eric Swenson is very passionate about the City of Fillmore and wants to bring life to the downtown. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Ventura County voters will soon receive the 60-day voter information postcard, a State voter guide, and a County voter guide
April 3, 2026 - (Ventura County) -- Even though the June 2nd Gubernatorial Primary election is two months away, active registered voters in Ventura County can expect to begin receiving important election-related mail from the County Elections office in the next few weeks. |















































