by Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer
Photos by Luis Chavez
Missy Drayton is living la dolce vita. The owner of Missy’s Cupcake Creations in Ventura has found her sweet spot, baking up cupcakes, donuts and other delectable treats at her bakeshop on...
by Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer
Local historian Cynthia Thompson is thoroughly versed in all things related to Ventura County. The author of numerous books on local history and a founding member of the San Buenaventura Conservancy, she possesses extensive knowledge...
Talking with mosaic artist Frank Bauer.
by Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer
Frank Bauer piece is unmistakable. His tile mosaics are carefully calibrated, vibrant rainbows of color and composition where every aspect — from the smallest sliver of ceramic to the most...
By Leslie A. Westbrook.
Ah, music and love. Such a “loverly” subject. Music inspires. Music can make you fall in love with someone, something or even a place. It can make you cry. Movies would be boring without music. Music...
Ojai historian Craig Walker reflects on the life, legacy and impact of Krishnamurti.
By Emily Dodi
The Ojai Music Festival, the Ranch House restaurant, the Ojai Meadow and other well-known Ojai institutions would most likely not exist if it hadn’t been...
Camarillo comedian Jason Love is fighting cancer, one joke at a time.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer
To local comedy lovers, Jason Love is no stranger. The Camarillo-based funny man has been making the rounds on the Ventura County club circuit...
Lila Francese, founder of OHI Home, offers insight into
what makes a house — and a life — more beautiful.
BY EMILY DODI
L
ila Francese of sought-after home staging company OHI Home LLC explains that “the goal of home staging is to...
Ventura acupuncturist Stace Nelson-Hicks discusses the use, efficacy and limitations of herbal remedies.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer
With the opioid crisis spiraling out of control, suspicions of Big Pharma on the rise and ongoing debate about the best practices for...
