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Opening for FROZEN is the latest animated short from Disney and this is unlike anything you've ever seen. And yes, just hand director Lauren MacMullan (who holds the title of being the first female director to direct a film for WDAS solo) now for GET A HORSE. A perfect hybrid of hand-drawn 2D animation and CG, set to a 3D format, this is the stuff for which 3D (and Disney dreams) was made. Working off original 1928 black & white renderings of Mickey Mouse and company, MacMullan and her artisans...
On Saturday, November 23, bus shuttles will replace Metro Expo Line service between La Cienega/Jefferson Station and Culver City Station in order for Metro to perform planned track maintenance. Train service will only run between 7th St/Metro Center and La Cienega/Jefferson from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus shuttles will be implemented between the La Cienega/Jefferson and Culver City stations to help passengers reach their destinations. Announcements will be made at the stations. Stay updated by...
The Culver City Education Foundation will hold an Inside/Out Event on Friday from 7:30 am until 8:45 am on the grass in front of Culver City Middle and High Schools. Every day, inside every CCUSD school, amazing things are happening thanks to the equipment and programs made possible by the Culver City Education Foundation (CCEF). Last year alone CCEF raised over $336,000 for computers, musical instruments, interactive white boards, library books, field trips, academic support and much more....
By Fred Altieri Observer Reporter Remy Grundy, the heart and soul of Culver City High football, remained alone and agonizingly still on one knee down along the western sideline. Poignantly, his hands supported his bowed head in emotional silence that was certainly felt by and shared with each and every one of his teammates. Accompanied only by his faithful 'CC' helmet with the number '15' branded on the back, the senior linebacker realized that he had played his last down ever for his chosen sch...
By Mitch Chortkoff Sports Editor This week in Westside high school sports... Santa Monica High won its first round game in the CIF football playoffs by defeating Channel Islands, 27-0. It was the Vikings' third consecutive shutout. Santa Monica will play Lompoc in the second round Friday night. Santa Monica finished second behind Culver City in the Ocean League... St. Monica was eliminated in the first round by Rio Hondo Prep, 62-28. Rio Hondo Prep is the division's defending champion and...
By Mitch Chortkoff Sports Editor My head is spinning as I leave Staples Center Sunday night. There are so many Laker topics to discuss. The Lakers have just beaten the Detroit Pistons, 113-99 and fans are celebrating as if an NBA championship has been won. They’re so happy because they get free tacos since the opponent didn’t score 100 points. On the last two possessions the Pistons miss shots and the crowd reacts as if the Lakers will get extra points in the standings. But here’s the reali...
Kentwood Players will present its next Kentwood Kids production, "Mr. Potcher's Holiday," a family musical comedy with book and lyrics by Bob Silberg, music by Barbara Klaskin Silberg. Performances will take place on Saturdays, November 30, December 7 and 14 at 11 am and 2 pm at the Westchester Playhouse, wo blocks west of the San Diego Freeway and two blocks north of Manchester at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Westchester. The production is directed by Drew Fitzsimmons and Melodie S. Rivers,...
The Dodgers have announced their coaching staff for the 2014 season with manager Don Mattingly and nine coaches returning, Tim Wallach shifting roles to become bench coach and the addition of Lorenzo Bundy as the club's third base coach. General Manager Ned Colletti made the announcement. 2014 Dodger Coaching Staff: Don Mattingly – Manager (fourth season) Lorenzo Bundy – Third Base coach (first season) Chuck Crim – Bullpen Coach (second season) Rick Honeycutt – Pitching Coach (ninth season)Davey Lopes – First Base Coach (fourth season) M...
The NCAA champion UCLA baseball team has signed nine high school players to National Letters of Intent during the early signing period. Head coach John Savage's latest class includes six pitchers and three position players. Overall, all nine players from this most recent class are from California. In addition, two players competed for the USA Baseball 18U squad at the 2013 18U World Cup in Taiwan. All nine players are also ranked among Perfect Game USA's Top 500 High School prospects for 2014....
By Lynne Bronstein Observer Reporter Although the Inglewood Oil Field near Culver City continues to be a controversial site because of the issue of hydraulic fracturing used in oil and gas extraction, there is what could be seen as a positive side to the oil field's resources. This is according to the view of James Clad, current energy consultant and former assistant secretary of defense for Asia, who recently appeared in Beverly Hills to lecture the World Affairs Council on "The World Politics...
Did you know that more than 45% of CCUSD students receive free or reduced price lunches at their schools every day? For many students, this vital resource includes free breakfast. In some circumstances, healthy, reliable meals on the weekends are not a guarantee. As we all know, healthy meals are vital for student growth, development and learning. The absence of nutrition on the weekend creates challenges for our children, families and those who serve them in our schools. The CCUSD Backpacks...
By Stephen Hadland Observer Publisher Former Culver City Mayor Scott Malsin has endorsed Sebastian Ridley-Thomas in the special election for the 54th Assembly District seat and has withdrawn his endorsement of Christopher Armenta due to a controversial campaign mailer. Sebastian Ridley-Thomas said, "I'm grateful for the endorsement and support of former Culver City Mayor Scott Malsin in my campaign for the 54th Assembly District. I share Scott Malsin's concerns and interests regarding our...
Sebastian Ridley-Thomas, a candidate to replace Holly Mitchell in the 54th Assembly District, has announced a new round of endorsements from politicians, labor unions, special interests groups and churches. On the political front Los Angeles City Council member Mike Bonin, California Attorney General Kamala Harris, Assembly members Lorena Gonzales and Al Muratsuchi and the California Democratic Party have issued endorsements. On the labor front he has been endorsed by Southwest Regional Council...
Community Development Department • Chase Bank – A building permit has been issued to demolish the existing one-story building and construct a new 4,275 square foot one-story building at 6201 Bristol Parkway (photo below). • National Hayden LLP – A permit has been issued to construction a new 11,272 square foot office addition to an existing four-level parking structure located at 3540 Hayden Avenue (photo below). • Hayden-Higuera Properties, LLC – Construction of a new five-level, 556 space park...
