Marie focuses on Ventura but what happens in Ventura often affects the entire county. Stay on top of local politics and issues by checking out Making Waves. It is hosted by the Ventura County Star newspaper.

Making Waves - Marie Lakin

This space is devoted to thoughtful and lively discussion about the events, people and places which shape Ventura. If you would like to suggest blog topics, send them to makingwavesventura @gmail.com.

About the author

Marie Lakin, a long-time resident of Ventura, is a community activist and writer/editor.