Shandon
Shandon, CA · Lifestyle
VC Star | Ventura County Star
Trader Joe's confirms plans for Moorpark store
Trader Joe's, known for its viral mini totes and specialty products, confirmed it would be opening a new store in Moorpark. The store is slated to take a portion of the former Amazon Fresh store at 742 Los Angeles Ave. and could open by spring 2027, said Brian Chong, a spokesperson for Moorpark. Trader Joe's confirmed plans for a store in the city but could not confirm when the store would launch until around three to six months away from the opening, said Nakia Rohde, a spokesperson for the grocery chain. The specialty grocer has stores across Ventura County, including in Camarillo, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village and two in Ventura. The planned location would be the first in Moorpark. Ernesto Centeno Araujo covers breaking news for the Ventura County Star. He can be reached at ecentenoaraujo@vcstar.com , 805-437-0224 or @ecentenoaraujo on Instagram and X . This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Trader Joe's confirms plans for Moorpark store
The Hollywood Reporter
News Channel 312
Santa Barbara Independent
VC Star | Ventura County Star
Sombra Coffee Lounge in Camarillo opens door to unique drinks
Carlos and Aroosa Santoyo took their experience from a pop-up business and added their own personalities to open Camarillo's newest coffee shop. The husband and wife have partnered with their friend Luis Mejia to open Sombra Coffee Lounge at 300 N. Lantana St., Suite 37 to continue serving the Camarillo community. The business hosted a ribbon cutting Sept. 26. The couple had already built up a following with Flour Power, a pop-up business inside Village Cafe in Camarillo, while in between jobs. So when they opened Sombra, the Camarillo and Ventura County community showed up with lines down the street and sold out of their stock on the first weekend, the owners said. "We can't not be in Camarillo," Aroosa Santoyo said. "Those are the people that gave us this business in the first place." The coffee house's name, Sombra, translates to shade in Spanish, which reflects the dark and moody vibe the three were going for. The shop matches the name with the front windows covered in reflective tinting to darken the shop, dim lighting and brown leather benches lining the wall of the seating area, reminiscent of coffee lounges found in Aroosa Santoyo's hometown of Manchester, England. The
syvnews.com
News Channel 312
sitelinesb.com
Secret Bao Is Working on Sushi Pop-Ups and More
••• I was invited to test a few of Bettina‘s anniversary specials (available from today, October 28, through November 1), including the New York–style thin and crispy pizza—a holdover from last year and recommended, particularly with pepperoni—and a tiramisu that gives Manifattura’s a run for its money. But the standout was a stellar eggplant lasagna, with homemade pasta, that I’d love to see return for a longer run.
dogtrekker.com
Lompoc Record
Skate park in Lompoc shuts down for $5.15 million overhaul project
College Park has officially closed to the public, kicking off a year of construction on a long-anticipated $5.15 million renovation. The work will replace the park’s 26-year-old skate park and add recreational amenities to the 4.6-acre site located next to Lompoc High School. The city announced on Oct. 19...
Noozhawk
Ventura County Reporter
After Dark: Week of Oct. 29, 2026
If you have something related to nightlife — online or otherwise — please email nshaffer@timespublications.com. Due to the erratic nature of entertainment booking, information contained here is subject to change and not guaranteed. Call venues ahead to confirm. SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC!. THURSDAY, 10/29. Live Music. The Arena:TBD, 8...
syvnews.com
CAPA Pet of the Week: Champ
Champ, a 1-year-old male black-and-brown Dutch Shepherd weighing about 71 pounds, is available for adoption at the Lompoc Animal Center, located at 1501 West Central in Lompoc. Staff describe Champ as a clever and handsome pup who loves tasty treats, car rides, exploring new places, and learning new skills. They...