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Los Angeles Black Restaurant Week opens; find delicious meals across SoCal
Numerous Southern California eateries are participating, including The Vegan Joint. A memorable dine-out experience that finds its vibrant start in one city has a way of quickly popping up in other places; then, meal by marvelous meal, the event becomes an annual mainstay in those locations over just a few short years.
Newsom considers cutting funding for cities refusing to clear encampments
Local governments in California could have their funding for homelessness slashed next year if they fail to use what is left in this year’s budget to sweep encampments. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is purportedly weighing the funding cut for cities and counties dragging their feet on clearing large encampments that have dotted the state, Bloomberg reported Friday. […]
SVA Architects Promotes Four New Principals
Architectural Firm’s Diversity Allows Leaders to Advance. Santa Ana, CA, August 23, 2024 – Fostering career advancement, SVA Architects has promoted four of its key leaders to Principals. Based in various communities across California, SVA’s newest Principals include: Christopher Bradley, AIA, CSI, CCCA; Douglas Brown, Architect, NCARB; Lori Ichisaka; and Mel Tan, Architect. These recent promotions demonstrate SVA’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding the contributions of its knowledgeable team members.
Fullerton School District’s Speech and Debate Team Named National Champs for Fifth Year in a Row
For the fifth consecutive year, Fullerton School District’s Parks Junior High has earned top honors at the National Speech and Debate Association’s (NSDA) championship tournament as an Overall School of Excellence in Speech and Debate. One hundred seventy schools spanning 36 states and five countries had students competing in NSDA’s 2024 national competition, and Parks Junior High is one of only three schools to be awarded this prestigious recognition.
Sea lions continue to wash ashore on California coast amid toxic algae bloom
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change. Stress has always been part of the job for Dr. Cara Field. But lately, it's been bordering on frantic. "I'm going to start look at some of our patients and assess their neurologic responses," she said. For the last three weeks, Field, the Director of Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, has been in a race against the clock treating dozens of sea lions that have...
Brick and Mortar Investments completes restoration of the historic Dehne Apartments in French Park
Brick and Mortar Investments (BAMI), a small family-owned real estate development company, is proud to announce the completion of the full restoration of the historic Dehne Apartments in French Park. This 1941-constructed, nine-unit building has undergone a meticulous three-year renovation process, bringing new life to a property that is as significant to the community’s heritage as it is to the streetscape.
Love’s opens 16th California travel stop featuring 111 parking spots, dog park
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Love’s has announced the opening of its 16th travel stop in California featuring 111 parking spots for professional drivers, a dog park and numerous other amenities. According to a media release, the new travel stop is located off Highway 99 and Taft Highway in...
SIERRA PACIFIC PLANTS 300 MILLIONTH SEEDLING
This spring, Sierra Pacific Industries, Anderson, Ca., planted its 300 millionth seedling on its timberlands, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests for future generations. “I wouldn’t have imagined 75 years ago when we started with no land and one very small sawmill...
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation’s Golf Classic raises $111,000
A day of fun in the sun, participants were swinging for MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation’s Golf Classic on July 15 at Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club. From hospital supporters to physicians and representatives from sponsors, including Presenting Sponsor Farmers & Merchants Bank and Farmers and Merchants Trust Company, attendees raised $111,000 to benefit MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. This year, the hospital proudly celebrates their 50th anniversary.
Toddler Winds Up In The Hospital After Restaurant Serves Her Wine Instead Of Apple Juice
In California, a restaurant accidentally served a toddler wine instead of apple juice. Per PEOPLE, Noemi Valencia and her partner went to a Japanese restaurant. They realized during their meal that their toddler started experiencing symptoms of intoxication. "She was swaying, she was falling over, she was leaning on walls, she couldn't hold her head up, she was slurring her words," Valencia stated.
Chris Henry Jr. Made Defensive Back Look Foolish With Grown-Man Touchdown In His Mater Dei Debut
Henry, a junior, announced his decision to play for the Buckeyes in July of 2023 and seems locked in to his commitment. He transferred from from Withrow High School in Ohio to the perennial powerhouse in California in February to elevate his game against better competition. Thursday was his first...
California high schools now have to use special thermometer before canceling games
Across the state, high school sports now have new rules around heat and outside play."Nobody ever wants to miss a game. Nobody ever wants to postpone a practice, but the important thing that we have to keep the forefront is the health and safety of these students' coaches and fans," says Ryan Tos, CIF Central Section Commissioner.The new CIF guidelines advise schools to move outdoor practices to cooler times, like early morning or late evening. They also require schools to postpone or cancel practice if it gets too hot outside. In the past each school or district had its own...
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