5 Questions: Monique Nowlin, Division Manager, Ventura County Area Agency on Aging

Can you share a brief overview of the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA) and its mission to support older adults and caregivers in our community? VCAAA, a division […]
Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office releases 2024 Overdose Report

Special Report: 2024 Fatal Overdoses 1,931 deaths were reported to the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office during the 2024 calendar year. Jurisdiction was accepted for 903 of these deaths, requiring […]
County of Ventura honors employees for 645 years of public service

VENTURA, Calif. – The County of Ventura celebrated the dedication of 24 employees who have served the community for decades and have a collective 645 years of public service. The […]
Board of Supervisors approves over $1 Million in funding to The ARCH to address homelessness

Ventura, CA – In an ongoing effort to combat homelessness and support vulnerable populations, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors has approved a second amendment to the agreement with the […]
5 Questions With a County Leader: Esteban Rodriguez, Director of Ventura County Animal Services

Tell us a little about yourself and what inspired you to take on the role of Director of Ventura County Animal Services? I began my career in animal welfare in […]
Ventura County Medical Center celebrates grand opening of new pediatric unit

VENTURA, Calif. – On Wednesday, December 18, the Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) celebrated the grand opening for its new 16-bed Pediatric Unit. Hospitalized children in the new Pediatric Unit […]
Board of Supervisors approve expansion of Land Conservation Act Program to offer tax relief to agricultural landowners

Ventura, CA – During their special meeting on Tuesday, December 17, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors voted to approve changes to the Land Conservation Act (LCA) program, in order […]
Board of Supervisors appoint Dr. Uldine Castel as Public Health Officer

VENTURA, Calif. – Dr. Uldine Castel has been selected as the new Health Officer for Ventura County Public Health. The appointment follows an extensive recruitment process, which included both internal […]
Board of Supervisors vote to approve up to $4.91M in fee waivers to support property owners affected by the Mountain Fire

Ventura, CA – In a crucial move to support residents and property owners affected by the recent Mountain Fire, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors have approved a series of […]
Volunteers needed for annual Homeless Point-In-Time count

Media Contact: Jennifer Harkey, (805) 658-4342 VENTURA, Calif. – Community volunteers are needed for the annual count and survey of homeless persons in Ventura County. The 2025 Ventura County Homeless […]