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Is it good or bad that Dodgers fans have extremely high expectations of how their team and players perform on the field? Seemingly demanding perfection every game. On the one hand, they invest their time and money into the team and have every right to desire that it pays them dividends in the form of team wins and successful individual player performance. On the other side of the coin, one has to ask themselves, 'where do I draw the line between expectations of the team winning every game and ea...
The CCUSD Board of Education has narrowed the national search for a new superintendent to two finalists and will seek additional public's input as it prepares to select a candidate to replace Supt. Leslie Lockhart, who announced earlier this year that she was retiring from the district after 23 years. Video interviews of the two finalists – Quoc Tran, the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services at Franklin-McKinley School District in San Jose; and Alfredo Ortiz, the Local District W...
A resident of Mar Vista Gardens was shot dead Wednesday night, authorities said. The shooting occurred about 10:40 p.m. at the housing project, located in the 5000 block of Marionwood Drive (near Braddock Drive), Los Angeles Police Department said in a statement. The resident, whose name was not released, may have been a victim of a gang-related shooting, police said. He was found shot at the apartment complex and taken to a hospital where he died of his injuries. A suspect was seen driving...
The 2021 Fiesta La Ballona will take place on Halloween weekend, Friday, October 29, through Sunday, October 31, the Culver City Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department announced this week. "Fiesta La Ballona is one of Culver City's longest-running traditions," said Culver City Mayor Alex Fisch. "Although the event is typically held in the summer, this year we'll be able to enjoy the celebration with a Halloween twist!" The three-day event will be held in the customary location at...
Governor Newsom has signed AB 150 – a budget trailer bill – which includes the groundbreaking California Homeless Hiring Tax Credit. State officials said the tax credit "simultaneously confronts the homelessness crisis facing California while also addressing the job losses stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic that have disproportionately harmed low-income communities." Under this plan, a qualified employer can claim up to $30,000 in tax credits annually, assisting both individuals experiencing ho...
The City of Culver City will host a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, August 5, from 8 AM to 12 Noon at the Culver City Fire Station #1 at 9600 Culver Boulevard in Culver City. No appointment is required, The Culver City Fire Department will administer the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which only requires a single dose. You have to be at least 18 to get vaccinated for COVID-19 at this clinic. If you are between the ages of 12 and 18, you can easily find a different clinic online. You don't need to be a Culver City resident. It is...
In its journey to Super Bowl LVI, the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee has selected PVJOBS as part of the official Super Bowl LVI Legacy Program – Champions Live Here. PVJOBS is among a total of 56 local "Champion" organizations that were designated for the Super Bowl LVI Legacy Program. These "Champion" organizations will receive grants and marketing recognition to support their work that represent diverse focus areas, including youth engagement, workforce development and social justice a...
July Ting Internet, a division of Tucows announced that its highly sought after fiber internet service is now available in Culver City, California. Unlike traditional cable internet service, fiber networks carry higher bandwidth and are less prone to signal interference, ultimately providing an elevated and seamless user experience. With the rise in remote work and learning, reliable internet has never been as important. "We are thrilled to light up our Ting network here in Culver City," said...
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) thanks Governor Gavin Newsom for signing the Higher Education trailer bill yesterday, which in conjunction with the main budget bill, delivers unprecedented resources for the state’s community colleges, including dedicated funding for longtime LACCD priorities such as student housing and basic needs, workforce programs and ethnic studies. This is in many ways the largest and most comprehensive higher education budget in the history of California, and represents the forward-looking approach o...
A man who describes himself as a homeless outreach advocate was arrested last Thursday on charges of selling drugs to the transients near the “Venice Bridge Home,” sheriff’s officials said. Garry Featherstone, 65, was charged with possession of phencyclidine (PCP) for sale and possession of methamphetamine for sale, according to statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD). Investigators from the Narcotics Bureau conducted the search warrant operation on tent near 3rd Avenue and Rose Street, as well as a residence in the...
During the past year's shutdown, Kentwood Players has been diligently working on significant repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the Westchester Playhouse. This work, along with new protocols, ensures the comfort, well-being, and safety of our patrons as they return to live indoor theater again at our over 60-year-old gem. Improvements include a new CDC compliant and NEBB certified air balanced HVAC system with MERV-13 filters and BiPolar Ionization installed throughout the building, new floor...
CULVER The nation's blood supply shortage has reached a critical point. The Red Cross is urging people to donate. There is an especially large demand for type O donations; the country has about a one-day supply of the highly needed blood type, according to the Red Cross. Hospitals are treating a high number of traumatic injuries this summer. There is also high demand fororgan transplants and elective surgeries. The Red Cross has distributed about 12 percent more blood donations to hospitals across the U.S. this year compared with the same time...
The Actors’ Gang, a theater group based in Culver City, is now showcasing a new virtual play about life during the Great Depression and lessons for COVID recovery. Called “We Live On,” it runs through September 6. It is based on Studs Terkel’s book “Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression.” The play explores 30 different accounts — those documented by Terkel and original stories from cast members. The play is directed by the great actor Tim Robbins, who has spent the last 40 years as co-founder and artistic director of The Actors...
Dante Herrera, of Culver City, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science during the 2021 Commencement Ceremonies of Hobart and William Smith Colleges, held on Sunday, May 16. Herrera is the child of William A. Herrera and Paula Amezola de Herrera. Having persevered through an unprecedented academic year, 514 undergraduates and 10 master’s candidates received their diplomas during an in-person ceremony held on the Hobart and William Smith campus. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden L.H.D. ’21 delivered the Commencement Add...
Chery Cheryl Hoffman of Culver City, was among a group of more than 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students recently awarded degrees by Adelphi University, including those who completed degree requirements in December 2020 and May 2021. Hoffman earned a Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders. Adelphi held in-person as well as online commencement ceremonies to recognize graduates during the week of May 24. "You will forever be known as a resilient, persistent, and determined class of graduates," President Christine M. Riordan, PhD...
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) thanks Governor Gavin Newsom for signing the Higher Education trailer bill yesterday, which in conjunction with the main budget bill, delivers unprecedented resources for the state’s community colleges, including dedicated funding for longtime LACCD priorities such as student housing and basic needs, workforce programs and ethnic studies. This is in many ways the largest and most comprehensive higher education budget in the history of California, and represents the forward-looking approach o...
For the last few weeks, the Los Angeles Football Club has been all tied up. Last Saturday they played to a 2-2 tie against Vancouver and last Wednesday Minnesota tied LAFC in the last minute of overtime, 2-2. Against Vancouver Whitecaps LAFC fell behind 2-0 in the first half. Vancouver jolted to a 2-0 lead after a Deiber Caicedo and Cristian Dajome tickled the net that pushed the Whitecaps ahead in the first half. Los Angeles struggled in the first half playing with pace and energy. "It didn't...
After a pandemic abbreviated 2020 football season that felt incomplete, Pac-12 football schools are ready to roar back into action and show the nation the strength of west coast college football. Washington Huskies head coach Jimmy Lake said it best when he stated that, "There's really a sense of unfinished business with our football team." After his Huskies team went 3-1 in 2020, it is easy to see why he feels that way. That seemed to be a view shared by everyone in the Pac-12 conference. The o...
By Chanin Victor A Fun and Charming Central California Coast Destination: Family-Friendly and Pet-Friendly The Central California Coast along the Pacific Ocean is a favorite for family road trips year after year. Need some beach therapy? One stop you definitely MUST include on your itinerary for your next family vacation is the small town of Pismo Beach! Beach, sand, surf, and sunshine,... that is Pismo Beach. It's a place to relax, rest, and find tranquility. A shining star and the only hotel...
By Polly Hansen Two bears found some relief from the Southern California heat in a backyard pool in Glendale. A backyard pool provided a much-needed break from the Southern California heat for a playful bear cub and its mom. In video of the bear family pool day, the cub dog-paddled around in the pool while mom seemed content to relax in the cool water Friday at the home on the northern edge of Glendale. The bears stayed for about 10 minutes before wandering off. Bear sightings aren't unusual in...
Jenna Grigsby has been appointed as Chief of the Criminal Division of the Santa Monica City Attorney’s Office, civic officials announced this week. Grigsby has served for more than 10 years as a Deputy City Attorney, including two stints as the interim chief of the division, which is responsible for prosecution of only misdemeanor crimes committed in Santa Monica. These includes family violence, drug possession, driving under the influence, burglary, assault, and quality of life crimes. “We are thrilled that Jenna has agreed to take on dut...
By David Ganezer Conservative radio talk show host Larry Elder has won his fight to be on the September 14th recall ballot. The son of a restaurant owner, Elder has electrified Republicans with the possibility that they could defeat Gov. Gavin Newsom and replace him with the first statewide Republican officeholder since Arnold Schwarzeneggar. Elder sent out the following email: "Huge news, fellow conservative! We won our lawsuit against the California Secretary of State and are back on the governor ballot in the recall election! "This is a...
Patty Wong, Director of Santa Monica Public Library, announced on Wednesday that she will leave her post on September 4 to take on a similar role for the City of Santa Clara. “Patty’s commitment to lifelong learning, inclusion, and redefining what a library can be for its community has seen the library through our best days and the hardest days when the pandemic required the closure of our beloved branches,” said Interim City Manager John Jalili. “We are grateful for Patty’s passion, perseverance, and dedication to Santa Monica.” Wong has se...
Rat Birth Control for LA Los Angeles is on its way to becoming the nation’s “rattiest” city. Downtown LA in particular has a rat problem, centered on the homeless encampments located throughout the area. A new rat contraceptive is being promoted to control and reduce the rat population The pandemic and the growing homeless population along with the ban of many rodenticides in California has propelled L-A in to the number two spot of the cities with the worst rat infestations. In a year, two rats can produce 5-thousand-plus rat babies, grand...
Santa Monica Montessori School is opening a bilingual program with a choice between Mandarin or Spanish. This program will be offered as a part of the Montessori curriculum in our early childhood classrooms for children ages 3-6 years. Montessori discovered that children between the ages of 0-5 years have a heightened ability to distinguish between different sounds in language. As we age, our ability to pick up another language fades. Preschool is the perfect time for a child to become familiar...
