Articles from the August 25, 2016 edition


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  • Rams Lose 2016 Preseason Final

    Fred Altieri|Aug 25, 2016

    The Los Angeles Rams preseason ended on a sober note on the road Thursday, September 1, as the team lost 27-25 to the Minnesota Vikings at their brand new impressive U.S. Bank Stadium. The Rams finish the 2016 exhibition season at 2-2 having won the first two games at home before losing the last two on the road. L.A. rookie quarterback Jared Goff moved the team 62 yards in seven plays into the end zone on the game's opening drive capping it off with a short one-yard pass to wide-receiver Kenny...

  • MUSIC, CARNIVAL RIDES, FOOD TRUCKS AT FIESTA LA BALLONA

    Aug 25, 2016

    Fiesta La Ballona, Culver City's annual "Party in the Park", will be held this weekend on August 26-28, 2016 at Veterans Park located at 4117 Overland Avenue in Culver City. Fiesta will feature live performances, carnival rides and games, 80 vendor booths showcasing local groups, artisan wares and other vendors, pony rides and petting zoo, beer and wine garden, food trucks and a food court, sustainability activities and other special activities. Admission is free. Please visit...

  • Rams Lose To Broncos 17-9

    Fred Altieri|Aug 25, 2016

    The Los Angeles Rams suffered their first exhibition loss, 17-9, on the road to the Denver Broncos at Mile High Stadium on Saturday night August 27. Once again the Rams were trailing at halftime but couldn't rally from behind as the team had done in their first two wins of the 2016 preseason. The Rams took a two field goal lead on the kicking of Greg Zuerlein to take a 6-0 lead before the Broncos drove 72 yards for a touchdown. Zuerlein added a 48-yard field goal to help Los Angeles retake the...

  • Center Theatre Names Deborah Warren New Director Of Marketing

    Aug 25, 2016

    Deborah Warren has been named the new Director of Marketing and James Sims the new Director of Communications at Center Theatre Group of Los Angeles, one of the largest and most active nonprofit theatre companies in the country.. Warren arrives at Center Theatre Group with a marketing background that includes a decade at League of Resident Theatres (LORT), including five years as Director of Marketing at the Geffen Playhouse. She spent 15 years marketing Broadway productions in New York and around the country with Disney Theatrical Group as...

  • Improved Clippers Prepare For Breakout Season

    Mitch Chortkoff|Aug 25, 2016

    Two seasons ago the Clippers had a 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets but faltered and lost their chance to advance to the Western Conference Finals for the first time in their history. Last season the Clippers were eliminated in the first playoff round by the Portland Trail Blazers even though they finished higher in the regular season. So, a lot has been heard since about a Clippers curse. You know, word has gotten around that somehow, some way the Clippers will fall short. Here we go...

  • Some More Thoughts About Martin Cole's Departure

    Neil Rubenstein|Aug 25, 2016

    Is it possible? Is it possible? Could the moaning and knees shaking noises coming from the City Hall be from the very nervous and worried pencil sharpeners group members? It’s pure speculation at this time, but the rumors are saying, “Why would Martin Cole leave a job paying approximately $275, 000 (wages and benefits) unless someone or something made Mr. Cole extremely upset? Don’t forget, some just might be having sleepless nights afraid of Cole spilling the beans on a few projects from the r...

  • Beverly Hills Bridge Club Offers Workshop

    Aug 25, 2016

    The Beverly Hills Bridge Club will present the popular Learn Bridge in a Day?® workshop on Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This special class covers the fundamentals of bridge in a fun and engaging way. Participants will learn basic bidding, scoring, and play of the cards. The class is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. No experience is necessary. The cost of the class is $30 and includes lunch and snacks, plus a 58-page book that covers everything discussed during the class. The Beverly Hills Bridge Club is located at...

  • Historical Society Celebrates Culver City Flower Shop Family

    Ryan Vincent|Aug 25, 2016

    As part of its mission to highlight the city's history and civic accomplishments, the Culver City Historical Society recently dedicated an evening to the Tinger-Eskridge family. Earl and Virgie (Tinger) Eskridge's family have owned a series of flower shops in Culver City dating back to 1934. Culver City Flower Shop, at 10801 Washington Blvd., is still family-owned, and known for its custom arrangements, creative window displays and iconic neon signage. On Wednesday, July 20 Hope Parrish, the...

  • New Culver CityBus Schedule

    Aug 25, 2016

    Schedules on Lines 3 & 4 will change Effective August 29. The new schedule has not yet been announced but will be in each bus on Monday. Check our website for more information....

  • Rams Comeback to Beat Chiefs

    Fred Altieri|Aug 25, 2016

    The Los Angeles Rams have wasted little time in establishing the LA Coliseum as a home-field advantage. They improved their preseason record to 2-0 by defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 21-20 on Saturday night, August 20 before more than 60,000 fans. The Rams also stuck to the script of being down at halftime before scoring the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles held its opponent scoreless in the second half for the second consecutive game before a highly supportive crowd...

  • Lakers Sign Forwards Ingram, Jilianlian

    Mitch Chortkoff|Aug 25, 2016

    The Lakers took awhile but they signed top draft choice Brandon Ingram this week. They also signed former top 10 draft choice Yi Jianlian, who played well for China in the just-concluded Olympics although the team lost all five of its games. Ingram is a candidate to succeed Kobe Bryant at small forward. Jianlian will try to earn a roster spot in training camp. The 6-11 Jilianlian hasn't done well while playing for four NBA teams since he was drafted by Milwaukee in 2007. He has averaged less...

  • USC, UCLA Ready For Volleyball

    Steve finley|Aug 25, 2016

    The UCLA and USC women volleyball teams start their 2016 season this weekend. The Trojans will host the Baden Invitational and the Bruins travel to Loyola Marymount to play in the LMU Invitational. The Trojans will battle Marquette on Friday at 8 p.m. The Trojans will play two matches on Saturday when they face Santa Clara at 10 a.m. and UC Irvine at 8 p.m. All three matches will be played at the Galen Center on the USC campus. The Bruins start their season with a 4 p.m. match against Niagara...