Oxnard Local News – Thursday, April 2nd, 2026

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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026

Good morning, Oxnard. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ SpaceX's Falcon 9 will launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base today, with a four-hour window opening at 4:03 p.m. PT to deploy 25 Starlink satellites; locals in Ventura County can catch the view at several recommended spots in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Ventura County Star
➤ Free Ventura County Farm Day is scheduled for April 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at nearly 20 sites, including Oxnard’s Reiter Affiliated Companies, which returns after missing 2024. Attendees can enjoy guided tours, tractor rides, and blacksmith demos as announced by SEEAG. Ventura County Star
➤ Ventura County Health Care Agency names Dr. John Frankhouser as its new director - officials also report an influx of sick seabirds along freeways and Caltrans plans to install a marked crosswalk with flashing signals on Pacific Coast Highway near Neptune’s Net by June. Ventura County Reporter

HEALTH NEWS

➤ A local emergency doctor from St. John's Hospitals warns of increased rattlesnake activity during spring outdoor activities. He advises residents to stay on cleared trails (avoiding tall grass and rocky spots) and seek prompt care if bitten. Ventura County Reporter

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