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Unveiling the Inaugural NEWH Structures of Hospitality Excellence (SOHE) Award
Recently, NEWH, Inc. revealed its Structures of Hospitality Excellence Award. The deadline for nominations is Nov. 22. It also announced its two new scholarships to support students pursuing trades. According to the press release:. NEWH announced the launch of the inaugural Structures of Hospitality Excellence (SOHE) Award. Continuing NEWH, Inc.’s...
Ensuring a Sustainable Future for Los Angeles’ Wastewater Management
Since its inception in 1923, the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts have been the bedrock of wastewater and solid waste management for over 5.6 million residents spread across 78 cities and unincorporated county areas. Through its 24 independent special districts, each governed by its Board of Directors, the agency oversees a sprawling network of over 1,400 miles of sewers and 47 pumping plants, processing an astounding 400 million gallons of wastewater daily. At the heart of this operation lies the Joint Water Pollution Control Plant ( JWPCP) in Carson, the largest facility boasting a treatment capacity of 400 million gallons per day.
An explosive kickoff to a landmark arts event
When dusk falls on Sept. 15, nearly 10,000 twinkling mini-firework shells installed throughout the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will transform the historic stadium into a matrix of animated light. Choreographed in collaboration with an artificial intelligence model, more than 1,000 aerial drones carrying pyrotechnic products will ignite the sky above and around the bowl with bursts of colorful imagery.
90,000 SQFT Industrial Warehouse and Creative Space Listed for Sale for $18.95MM in Lincoln Heights
A new industrial and commercial opportunity has hit the market in the Los Angeles area of Lincoln Heights. The marketing brochure from Marcus & Millichap shows the creative campus spans a total of 90,000 square feet of building area located on more than two acres of land at 2626 Lacy St. The listed price is $18.95 million, or approximately $211 per square foot. The design complex is currently owned by Buck Design. Buck’s website states it is a creative company that specializes in producing innovative content and experiences across animation, design and technology. Records show the company previously purchased the property in 2017 for $20 million, or just over $222 per square foot.
How Warner Bros. Discovery and Fever Brought ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The Afterlife’ Experience to Life
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Fever have teamed up to bring the world of Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” to life in a new Los Angeles-based experience. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The Afterlife” Experience opened Aug. 23 at Ovation Hollywood. The 11,000-square-foot experience opened in anticipation of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the sequel to the original film, which will open in theaters Sept. 6. Featuring recreated sets, live entertainment and various photo ops, guests knock three times to reveal the portal to cross the threshold into the Afterlife, where Beetlejuice awaits alongside a cast of ghosts. Fans can grab an exclusive passport and take a seat in the Waiting Room next to a pair of ghosts, take their place on the cover of the “Handbook for the Recently Deceased,” come face to face with a sandworm and much more. The experience features themed product demos from NYX and Splat, food and beverage offerings from Fanta, Butterfinger Denny’s and a selection of limited-edition merchandise and collectibles inspired by the film’s imagery. Food is available at The Afterlife Diner for ticketed guests, and merchandise will be available at the Afterlife souvenir shop for ticketed and non-ticketed guests. The experience is open until Oct. 6, but ticket sales have led to discussions of an extension – and a possible tour.
LAFD Investigating Potential Arson After Series of Grass Fires Along 10 Freeway in West Adams
Arson investigators are currently scrutinizing a series of grass fires that emerged along the 10 Freeway in West Adams early Sunday morning. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to calls near La Brea Avenue in the westbound lanes of the freeway around 11:30 a.m., according to a report from CBS News Los Angeles. The fires, upon confronting the firefighters, were extinguished within 35 minutes.
Students explore new food connections after differences with UCLA cultural cuisine
Many Bruins moving to Los Angeles from a different city, state or country may find changes to a vital part of their everyday lives: food. While food at UCLA is ranked first in the nation, some Bruins can find difficulties adapting to it, given the differences in cultural cuisine. However, students may also discover newfound sociocultural and personal meanings by exploring food in this new environment.
Fcc modernizes E-Rate program for wifi access
The Biden administration is taking action to address the loss of a program that helped over 23 million families afford internet access. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to “modernize” the E-Rate program, which assists libraries and schools in providing WiFi hotspots to students and patrons. Jessica Rosenworcel, FCC Chairwoman, visited a Los Angeles elementary school where mothers shared their struggles with maintaining internet connectivity due to the high costs of rent and food.
Report: Retail Space Demand, Rates High Across Nation, Southern California
National retail space uptake trends are playing out in Southern California, where vacancy rates are low and landlords are trying to entice higher end tenants and holding firm in most rental negotiations. A recently released second quarter retail report from JLL states that across the country, tenants are competing for limited retail space, waiting for corporate downsizing amid companies like Walgreens and Family Dollar to free up more brick and mortar locations. Retail net absorption increased by 75 percent compared to the previous quarter as businesses set up shop in community centers, lifestyle centers and Class C malls nationwide. Most new leases came from quick-serve restaurants like Wingstop and Jersey Mike’s.
Music Crush Monday: Future Islands
Future Islands is headed to the Shrine Auditorium on 9/18 and we can’t get enough of the lead track off their new album People Who Aren’t There Anymore, called “King of Sweden.”. The song was recently used in the new FC25 soccer video game played by millions...
DWTS Pros Sneak Away From Los Angeles Ahead of Season 33
“Dancing With the Stars” season 33 is set to premiere on September 17, 2024, and fans can’t wait to see who will be on the show. The first celebrity competitor is confirmed to be Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik. Hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough are also confirmed to be returning, as are veteran judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli.
USC students met with new security measures for start of fall semester
Students at the University of Southern California returned to campus Monday for the start of the fall semester with new "modernized security measures" following the recent on-campus protests.Earlier this year, students set up an encampment on the USC campus to protest the Israel-Hamas war before police moved in. The dramatic developments were watched closely across the country and even prompted the school to cancel its main graduation ceremony.The USC controversy ignited April 15 when officials said the 2024 valedictorian, who has publicly supported Palestinians, could not make a commencement speech, citing nonspecific security concerns for their rare decision.Police moved onto...
Trojans Wire predicts USC stat leaders in receiving and rushing in 2024
On our recent USC show with Mark Rogers at The Voice of College Football, we predicted USC football’s rushing and receiving leaders for 2024. We wrote this about Makai Lemon earlier in the summer:. Look for Lemon’s role in the offense to greatly increase in 2024. He is arguably...
African American Film Critics Unveil Year’s Top Ten TV Shows
AAFCA TV Honors celebrate Special Achievement Award recipients, winners in 11 competitive categories. LOS ANGELES -- The 6th Annual AAFCA TV Honors, presented by the African American Film Critics Association, took place at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel on Saturday, Aug. 24, at an invitation-only event that bestowed special honors to Glynn Turman, Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Starz’s “Power” Universe and Streaming Platform Tubi. The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) also recognized winners in competitive categories for distinguished achievements in television and streaming and announced for the first time the Top Ten TV Shows Of The Year. The event was presided over by Gil Robertson, the president of AAFCA.
Jeanie Buss: Nothing Changes For Lakers With Clippers Moving Out Of Crypto.com Arena
For the last 25 years, the Los Angeles Lakers and L.A. Clippers shared a home in downtown L.A. known largely as the Staples Center but renamed as Crypto.com Arena. While the Lakers were always viewed in the public eye as the primary tenants, the Clippers had moments to shine during this 25-year stretch when they were near the top of the standings and Jeanie Buss’ Lakers had some down years.
RZA Overcome With Emotion At ODB Documentary Premiere: 'Good Job'
RZA held back his emotions while attending the premiere of the new Ol’ Dirty Bastard documentary A Tale of Two Dirtys. The Wu-Tang Clan leader was set to take part in a Q&A panel alongside the film’s producers and members of ODB’s family in Los Angeles last week, but politely declined at the last-minute after became visibly emotional after watching the doc.
Los Defensores celebrate 40th anniversary with gala
A gold hammer etched with a “D” in the center appears against a blue screen as the all-too familiar voices of Jorge and Jaime Jarrin take over the audio, urging us to call “el 636-3636” for legal representation. Los Defensores, the law firm behind those well-known...
LA bakeries, landscaping companies targeted by 'sophisticated' thieves
LOS ANGELES - Eat Your Flowers Bakery in Highland Park is known for beautifully-baked treats hand-decorated with fresh edible flowers. So, CEO and Founder Loria Stern found it slightly unusual when her bakery received an order for more than 1,000 undecorated cupcakes. "We’re not a cupcake company, so this was...
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