2019-09-05

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'Paywall' removed

The new millennium has been a transformative time for newspaper publishing.

Changing reader habits and the advent of new technology have placed big demands on companies in the print news business.

The Acorn and its parent company, Times Media Group, understand that their biggest responsibility is not only the delivery of credible, relevant information in a timely fashion, but making sure residents have easy access to the publication when stories become available.

That’s why we’re super excited about the news being shared today.

Following a five-year stretch in which Acorn readers were given the option of purchasing online subscriptions to the paper, that so-called “paywall” is coming down.

“Mr. Publisher, tear down this wall,” the late President Ronald Reagan might have once said.

And so we did.

Starting immediately, all online content from our five Acorn publications will be available at no charge to the reader, meaning a paid subscription is no longer required to click and read articles. The weekly Acorn has always been delivered to your driveway at no cost—that more than 40-year tradition will continue—and from now on The Acorn on the internet will be free as well.

Why the change?

The Acorn is your community newspaper, and we want to make sure it stays that way. We believe it’s important that residents feel a connection to the stories we write and also learn about the businesses that advertise in their community. The absence of a paywall is the best way to ensure this free-flow of information remains.

We also invite readers to sign up for the new, easy-to-read Acorn newspaper e-edition delivered weekly to your e-mail. Viewed on mobile, desktop or laptop, the pages are super easy to navigate and, free, just like the print paper.

Local journalism is first gear in the engine that drives America’s free press, and a free press it shall be.

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Dreamin’ of fine cuisine, dancing

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Hamilton– not the musical

The Scherr Forum will feature comedian Ryan Hamilton at 7:30 p.m. Sat., Sept. 7 at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Armed with the unique perspective of growing up in rural Idaho, Hamilton has become a favorite in the New York stand-up comedy scene. His always-clean comedy never diminishes the impact of his clever and hilarious […]

Upgraded home has backyard with a tropical feel

Residence sits on a cul-de-sac

This single-story, four-bedroom, three-bath home is located in Lynn Ranch on a cul-de-sac. The residence has a three-car garage. The formal entry leads into the upgraded designer home. The formal living room has a fireplace and is open to the formal dining room. The gourmet kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counter tops and eating area all adjacent to the family […]

Natural elements infuse serenity, luxury and beauty into homes

Materials from nature can add strength

Natural materials add notes of strength and serenity to a space, while simultaneously revitalizing the overall aesthetic. These elements not only represent the distinct beauty found in nature, but also can serve as unique statement pieces that bring handcrafted modernity into a home. From furnishings to fixtures, designers incorporate natural materials to create a soothing, yet energized aesthetic that creates […]

Backyard has rock pool, spa, waterfall, built-in barbecue

This Morrison Highlands house has an entertainer’s paradise backyard. There are five bedrooms in over 4,900 square feet of living space on a lot that is almost 15,000 square feet. The home has a large kitchen with upgraded cabinets, granite and stainless steel appliances, including a six-burner range with griddle and a wall-mount pot filler, three ovens, a warming drawer, […]

Home has mountain views from the patio and a lagoon-style pool

Residence is on a cul-de-sac

This home is at the end of a cul-de-sac in the gated community of the Meadows at Lake Sherwood. The Manzanita model has a downstairs master bedroom, a great room that opens to the kitchen and an upstairs bonus room or loft. The spacious home is approximately 3,341 square feet, per assessor, and features four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The […]

5 Bedroom home with mountain views

Kitchen will appeal to home chefs

This five-bedroom, 4.5-bath upgraded home has mountain and city light views. There are two master suites, including one downstairs. The gourmet kitchen provides a gathering place in a sunny breakfast room overlooking the backyard. There is a large center island with a vegetable sink, warming drawer, butler pantry with wine refrigerator and stainless GE Monogram appliances. The walk-in kitchen pantry […]