Articles from the October 31, 2024 edition


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  • CCHS boys' varsity football team looks to upset Inglewood on Senior Night

    Steve Finley, Sports Editor|Oct 31, 2024

    After almost a year of practicing, lifting weights and playing spring, summer and fall games it all comes down to two games to determine if the Centaurs have a chance to make the 2024 CIF playoffs. Culver City battles first place Inglewood on Friday night at 7 p.m. at Culver City and Mira Costa travels to Palos Verdes at 3 p.m. on Friday. It's simple and complicated at the same time. If the Centaurs win or lose and if Mira Costa beats Palos Verdes, the Culver City has an excellent chance to...

  • 2024 NFL Power Rankings – Week 9

    Bill Seals - Fred Altieri, Sports Reporters - PFWA Members|Oct 31, 2024

    1. Kansas City Chiefs (7-0): Tight end Travis Kelce came alive in the Chiefs 27-20 win over the Raiders in Las Vegas. Kelce had 10 receptions for 90 yards and a touchdown, his first TD reception of the season as the undefeated Chiefs just keep rolling along. Next: -8.5 vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Mon, Nov. 4, 5:15 PM PT – O/U: 45.5 (ATS: 5-2 – O/U: 3-4) Win probability: 78.4% 2. Detroit Lions (6-1): The Lions had a net 61 yards passing and were held to 225 yards in total offense, but somehow def...

  • Launching BCR's Fall Fundraiser 2024

    Oct 31, 2024

    We are excited to announce our first fundraising campaign in years starting now! As BCR moves well past it's 25th year we celebrate many recent achievements in the last few years and you can help us achieve even more with your support. As a 501(c)3 org any donation is tax-deductible. Please visit our update page which tells you about BCR's work around the region and ways to support. Look for announcements of prizes soon! You can also go her e to donate:https://www.paypal.com/...

  • A USC win against Rutgers and the consistency of Woody Marks

    Amyn Bhai, Sports Reporter|Oct 31, 2024

    The USC Trojans routed the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at home last Friday night, winning 42-20, but this victory does little to alter the team's narrative for the season. While the scoreboard suggests a turning point, a closer look reveals that Rutgers, also coming off a three-game losing streak, was a team USC was expected to dominate. Although the win boosted team morale, it leaves lingering questions about the Trojans' ability to perform under pressure against tougher Big Ten competition. After...

  • Traffic Stops Lead to Arrests for Drug Sales, Stolen Vehicles, and Illegal Firearms

    Oct 31, 2024

    The Culver City Police Department has issued a recap of police activity via social media channels, the recap is as follows: Culver City Police Department officers made several notable arrests during the week of September 9–15, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety across the city. On Monday evening, a traffic stop on Sepulveda Boulevard resulted in the arrest of both the driver and passenger for drug sales. Officers recovered numerous fentanyl pills and other evidence of n...

  • Oct 31, 2024

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    Oct 31, 2024

  • Kings Top Utah

    Steven Lieberman, Observer Reporter|Oct 31, 2024

    Los Angeles Kings veteran goalie Darcy Kuemper had a first game back in goal after being on the shelf with an injury to start the season and got the win versus Utah, 3-2, stopping 24 of 26 shots. This is Kuemper's second stint with the Kings organization. In 2017, he agreed to a one-year deal after playing for five years in Minnesota. Kuemper only lasted 19 games before being traded. Over this past summer, the Kings were fortunate to have traded Pierre-Luc Dubois to Washington for Kuemper....

  • Oct 31, 2024

    Help BCR advocate for stronger environmental laws in Culver City to combat the pollution affecting Ballona Creek. It's crucial that the city hears from our volunteers and supporters who care about protecting the environment and reducing pollution in our cherished creek. Make sure to respond by November 1. Survey link:...

  • Culver City Summer Sunset Music Series Returns July 27

    Oct 31, 2024

    For many years, Culver City residents enjoyed the summer concerts on Thursday evenings. The series became a cultural tradition, with hundreds gathering in the City Hall Courtyard to listen to and dance to some phenomenal musicians. When the pandemic hit, the concerts were discontinued, and our summers were never the same. But I am happy to report that the City Council has accepted a proposal from city staff and the Culver City Arts Foundation to reinstitute the Summer Sunset Music Series...

  • 2nd Annual Climate Action Palooza at West LA College

    Oct 31, 2024

    Students, industry leaders, and community members converged at West Los Angeles College (WLAC) for the second annual Climate Action Palooza, a groundbreaking three-day event showcasing the intersection of technology, education, and community action in addressing climate change late last week. The event was produced by the California Center for Climate Change Education at West (The Center), a first-of-its-kind, forward-looking resource that helps prepare students for good-paying, fulfilling jobs...

  • West Basin Announces Six Events To Give Away Free Rain Barrels

    Oct 31, 2024

    The West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) is making water conservation accessible to people who want an easy way to incorporate sustainability into their lives. West Basin will host six drive-through rain barrel pick-up events at locations throughout the service area to give away 1,500 barrels. The program begins on Saturday, November 16, 2024, and concludes on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Interested participants must register at www.westbasin.org/rain-barrels to qualify for up to two...

  • Culver City Observer Letters Policy

    Letters|Oct 31, 2024

    Letters and Commentaries are the opinion of the individual writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the newspaper. The Culver City Observer takes positions on issues and will be marked as editorials. E-mail letters are required. E-mail letters to: letters@culvercityobserver.com Letters provide a community forum open to all. Due to space limitations we ask letter writers to limit their topics to local concerns, Letters should be limited to 400 words or less. Letters must be received...

  • SMC Opens Fall 2024 Masters of Dance Series

    Oct 31, 2024
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    The Santa Monica College (SMC) Dance Department opens its Fall 2024 Masters of Dance series with a line-up of master classes and learning workshops led by dance professionals. The series starts Sept. 26 with movement artist Stephanie Liapis leading a class focusing on self-awareness as a tool for connection to the body and its relationship to space. The Masters of Dance workshops are free, and the public is invited to attend as participants or as observers. Seating is limited and on a first-arri...

  • Bus Detours During Construction

    Oct 31, 2024

    Bus detours have begun and will continue through the end of construction. All transit buses will detour onto Venice Boulevard between Clarington Avenue and La Cienega Boulevard. These detours will affect Culver CityBus Lines 1, 1C1, 5, and 7, LADOT CE437A, Big Blue Bus Route 17, and Metro Line 617. In general, Culver CityBus buses will use existing Metro bus stops on Venice. Use the NextCCBus app or visit the Culver CityBus website for updated bus stops, detours and closure i...

  • USPS Recommended Mailing and Shipping Dates for 2024 Holiday Season

    Oct 31, 2024

    The U.S. Postal Service announced its recommended mailing and shipping dates for holiday mail and packages today. The following are recommended send-by dates for expected delivery before Dec. 25. 2024 Holiday Mailing and Shipping Dates for Items Sent to Addresses in the Contiguous United States (Lower 48 States): • USPS Ground Advantage service: Dec. 18 • First-Class Mail service: Dec. 18 • Priority Mail service: Dec. 19 • Priority Mail Express service: Dec. 21 2024 Holiday Mailing and Shipping...

  • City Earns Two Awards for Financial Excellence by Government Finance Officers Association

    Oct 31, 2024

    The City of Culver City is pleased to announce it has once again won a pair of awards for excellence by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. For the second year in a row, the City earned the award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting. The Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) continues to make the City's financial statements more accessible to the public. The award represents a significant achievement by the City. In order...

  • Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics

    Oct 31, 2024

    In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). Customers will need to complete a brief training on how to administer Naloxone, which will be available on site. No ID Required No Proof of Insurance No Cost Limit one per customer, while supplies last...

  • Culver City Centaurs Football Scores & Schedule

    Oct 31, 2024

    Fri, Aug 30 WIN (FF) Culver City 32 @ San Jacinto 42 Fri, Sep 06 WIN Culver City 42 Narbonne 28 Thu, Sep 12 WIN Culver City 37 Salesian 7 Fri, Sep 20 WIN Culver City 27 Warren 14 Fri, Sep 27 WIN Culver City 42 Dorsey 7 Fri, Oct 04 WIN Culver City 21 Palos Verdes 18 Fri, Oct 11 LOSS Culver City 34 Mira Costa 56 Fri, Oct 18 LOSS Leuzinger 34 Culver City 7 Fri, Oct 25 WIN Culver City 41 Lawndale 13 Fri, Nov 01 Inglewood at Culver City 9:00 PM...

  • Farragut Connector Replacement Project Completed

    Oct 31, 2024

    The Farragut Connector Replacement Project in Culver City is now complete. The Project, which was improving a section of pathway that provides bicyclists and pedestrians access along Farragut Drive between Jasmine Avenue and Jackson Avenue, began in Spring 2024 by the Public Works Division of the City of Culver City. It included demolition of the existing path, improvements and construction of new fencing, pedestrian-oriented lighting, plants and trees with an irrigation system, a combined...

  • Woman's Club Relocates Meeting Place

    Oct 31, 2024

    The Culver City Woman's Club will hold their meetings at a new location. The November meeting will be held at the Culver City American Legion Post located at 5309 Sepulveda Boulevard in Culver City. There is parking behind the building and also plenty of street parking (check signs first). Please do not park in Centinela Pet and Feed store or Temple Akiba. Check in a t 10am, the meeting begins at 10:30 AM. You are invited to join our dynamic group of Women for our November Meeting at our New...

  • St. Joseph Center Celebrates 35 Years of Service at their Bread and Roses Café

    Oct 31, 2024

    St. Joseph Center marked a momentous occasion on October 23 celebrated 35 years of the Bread and Roses Café, on October 263 a cornerstone of support for individuals experiencing homelessness on in Los Angeles. Since its founding, the Café has provided over a million chef-prepared meals, served with dignity in a restaurant-style setting, giving hope and nourishment to community members in need. Guests gathered at the St. Joseph Center's Hampton headquarters to enjoy music, food, and memories, w...

  • Wynn Las Vegas Touches Down At Sofi Stadium

    Oct 31, 2024

    Wynn Las Vegas and SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater announced today a multi-year partnership making Wynn an official partner of SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater. As part of this agreement, Wynn will entitle the exclusive club on the second level of the east side of SoFi Stadium, formerly known as the East Owners Club and now called the Wynn Club. SoFi Stadium, the home of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers, is located at Hollywood Park, a near 300-acre sports and entertainment...

  • Trash Interceptor Becomes Permanent

    Oct 31, 2024

    The Ballona Creek Trash interceptor has been so successful the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to make the Trash Interceptor 007 a permanent fixture in Ballona Creek after a successful two-year pilot project. Since its debut in October 2022, the solar-powered device has captured over 248,000 pounds of debris, including nearly 3,000 pounds of recyclable plastic. Over the project's duration, Ballona Creek experienced 51.3 inches of rainfall, subjecting the interceptor to...

  • Prang Elected CAA President

    Oct 31, 2024

    Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang has been elected as the president of the California Assessors Association (CAA) at its annual conference in San Luis Obispo for the term commencing January 1, 2025. Prang has served as Assessor since 2014 and has held positions of leadership within the CAA for many years. The CAA was established in 1902 and is comprised of the 58 county assessors in the State of California. The CAA's mission focuses on establishment of uniform and standardized policies and...

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