Lancaster Christmas parade kicks off season
Pearl Harbor veteran will be honored
The Antelope Valley will play host to a number of holiday activities, beginning with the Lancaster Christmas Parade which will roll through town tomorrow from 10 a.m. to noon. The annual event, sponsored by the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, will travel down 10th Street West to Division Street and will have special significance this year because a genuine Pearl Harbor survivor, Eugene Lajeunesse, will serve as an honorary grand marshall in commemoration of the 72nd anniversary of the attack by air and naval forces of Japan on the U.S. Navy base in Hawaii.
Thanksgiving Day: history’s bitter harvest
Native Indians have mixed views
Native Indians have mixed views
Thanksgiving Day: history’s bitter harvest
Native Indians have mixed views
The Thanksgiving pageant has been a staple of grade school lesson plans for about 100 years as youngsters dress up as Pilgrims and Indians to celebrate bounty and good fortune, as well as to usher in the holiday season. And as America celebrates both Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage month in November, it is quite fitting to take a look at the history of the event.
Empower yourself to fight diabetes
Control it through better diet, exercise
Diabetes is one of the most serious and life-changing diseases among Americans today. With November serving as National Diabetes Month, physicians nationwide urge the public to take action against the disease which, according to a 2012 report from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, affects 8.3 percent of the U.S. population (or 25.8 million people).
Empower yourself to fight diabetes
Control it through better diet, exercise
Diabetes is one of the most serious and life-changing diseases among Americans today. With November serving as National Diabetes Month, physicians nationwide urge the public to take action against the disease which, according to a 2012 report from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, affects 8.3 percent of the U.S. population (or 25.8 million people).
Fred Thompson makes history in Palmdale
Becomes first Black council member
Fred Thompson, a former dean and member of the board of directors at Antelope Valley College, last week became the first African American to win a seat on the Palmdale city council. The retired college administrator won one of two contested council seats on the ballot, but when he will take the oath office is unclear. An appellate court will decide no later than mid-January 2014, if the election was legitimate.
Former Raider succumbs
Todd Christensen dies during surgery
Todd Christensen, popular tight end with the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders who helped the organization win Super Bowls in 1980 and 1983, died Wednesday morning during surgery at a Utah hospital after battling liver disease. He was 57.
AV youth court changing lives
Gives at-risk kids ‘a Second Chance’
In these days of “Three Strikes,” “lock ‘em up . . . throw away the key” or the growing awareness of the so-called “school-to-prison pipeline,” a unique program underway in the Antelope Valley has for three years tried to keep youthful offenders off the prison rolls and onto a viable path to self respect and accomplishment.
Nov. 5 Palmdale vote is a go
Election results subject to court review
The on-again, off-again Palmdale election will take place on Nov. 5 after the California Court of Appeals granted the go-ahead two weeks ago. The court’s ruling stated: “As phrased, the injunction written in the disjunctive, permits the defendant (Palmdale) to hold an at-large election and even count the votes but not to certify the results.”
Other notable Black-White alliances
Throughout American history there has existed a benevolent but cautious working relationship between famous and powerful Whites and a number of great names in African American lore. Such bonds, although at times tenuous, came full bloom with the election of President Barack Obama when huge numbers of influential Whites supported his campaign.
Domestic violence still a challenge
Acceptance of abusive treatment can start young
Domestic violence is a silent scourge prevalent within all California communities, regardless of race, ethnicity, socio-economic status or the sex and age of the victim.
Domestic violence has decreased
Acceptance of abusive treatment can start young
Between 600,000 and 6 million American women will be a victim of domestic violence this year. The median of that 2010 figure from the Domestic Violence Resource Center might exceed the total population of the City of Los Angeles (which is home to a little more than 3.7 million).
‘Cactus Curtain’: the thorns of pride
Fighting has gotten very personal
While Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill remain fiercely divided regarding the nation’s fiscal and social path, Palmdale and Lancaster continue to wallow in their own political “sandbox.” Instead of “reaching across the aisle” for camaraderie, solutions and goodwill, the respective city halls are firmly entrenched on each side of the so-called “Cactus Curtain.”
Breast cancer: women fighting back
City of Hope provides advice and answers
Breast Cancer Awareness Month got underway nationwide this week as tens of thousands of women of all ages, all colors and stations in life learned what important, sometimes life-saving, measures they need to take for themselves and loved ones in order to defeat a scourge that will reportedly claim 40,000 lives this year.
Black women impacted more by breast cancer
Breast cancer month
The statistics are alarming. They have been for a generation. The American Cancer Society estimates that one in eight (or 232,000 American women) will be diagnosed with breast cancer over the course of their lifetime.
Sheryl Lee Ralph: How a diva divides her time
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph will be the celebrity spokesperson for the 2013 West Coast Expo.
Lights, camera, Acton!
Local city is AV hot spot for filming
Although Los Angeles continues to see the motion picture and television industries flee the city to save money, the Antelope Valley has been making considerable strides in welcoming crews to film here and benefit the local economy.
Boulevards at South Bay moving forward in Carson
Soil remediation next step
Carson’s long-awaited and sometimes controversial Boulevards at South Bay project passed a major hurdle Tuesday when developers told the city council that county officials have approved the parcel map, meaning that soil remediation will be started and completed next year and that the construction process will commence in 2015.
New light rail firm rolls into Palmdale
Metro contracts spur opening of plant
In yet another boost to the Palmdale economic engine, Kinkisharyo International will open shop here to build from 175-235 light rail cars for the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (Metro), a move which could mean as many as 150-200 new permanent local jobs.
Get ready for some football!
Golden League roundup
If history is any indicator, Palmdale High may again run away with the Golden League title. As one of the premier programs within the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) southern section, Palmdale comes off a 10-1 record in 2012 and looks prepared to defend its title and then some.
Holiday for the Workers
Region has strong ties to labor movement
Labor Day has become a transitional holiday. To some it is considered the last vestige of summer, while others see it as the beckoning of fall; the start of football season, the baseball stretch drive, or even a time when we enjoy one less hour of sunlight.
Saving the solar way
AV officials tackle dust, hail, how to store sunshine
Expanding civilization within the desert has always been a precarious proposition. So it is with the new solar power projects taking place in the Antelope Valley. The issue this time is determining how to deal with the natural environment which can provide numerous obstacles to progress.
Lancaster’s new frontier—business
Land and a wealth of scientific expertise sets AV apart
In another sign that the local business climate is improving, a number of high-profile corporations are relocating into Lancaster bringing with them the prospect of long-term employment.
National Night Out
Palmdale event could mean ‘lights out’ on crime
In recognition of National Night Out, the yearly event which features residents nationwide strolling around their neighborhood sounding the call for an end to violence and encouraging more interpersonal communication, the city of Palmdale will host a public safety event tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. at the DryTown Water Park, 38350 E. Ave. S.
Carson becomes $5.1 million richer following suit against the state
Also, the City Council passes resolution on Trayvon Martin issue
The city of Carson will receive a $5.1 million settlement resulting from its suit against the California Department of Finance.
The resurrection of Jordan Downs
From public housing to 'urban village'
Continuing a nationwide policy of demolishing so-called obsolete public housing, the long infamous Jordan Downs housing projects in Watts will be torn down in favor of an “urban village” of up to 1,800 new residential units as well as retail and restaurant space and a central community park.
Palmdale Airport plans still up in the air
But the city has regained control from Los Angeles World Airports
Plans are still being debated about the future of Palmdale Airport after the city finally took control of the facility last month from Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).
Carson tires of waiting for Shell Oil to clean up housing tract
City declares emergency
The Carson City Council this week took the unusual step of declaring a “condition of local emergency” over toxic contamination in the Carousel housing tract which sits above an abandoned Shell Oil tank farm.
Although an anti-fracking bill failed, opponents will take the issue higher
The governor now becomes the focus of attention
The controversial practice of hydrauling fracturing, or fracking, remains a fiercely debated topic in California, this time reaching the state Legislature, which voted this summer to reject a bill that would have placed a moratorium on the drilling process.
On the jury and in life, a history of exclusion
Killing Blacks: fear of the unknown
In view of the outcome of the George Zimmerman murder trial, many spectators within the African American community have pointed to what they see as an unfair and inaccurate assessment of Black youth by a panel of six suburban women—in particular, what was a perceived “dehumanization” foisted upon Travon Martin’s friend, Rachel Jeantel, by the defense attorneys Don West and Mark O’Mara.
All the world’s a fair in the AV
Rides, games and lots of crazy food and fun
“Our State Fair is a Great State Fair. Don’t Miss it, Don’t Even be Late (our state fair is great)” —From the 1945 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical “State Fair”
New power plant may mean millions for Palmdale
Expected to produce 600-plus megawatts of electricity
Palmdale expects to enter the nation’s “clean energy” sweepstakes with its new hybrid power plant which, upon completion, could inject $5 million annually into the local economy.
Southland celebrates the spirit of independence
Freedom for the nation and a day off from work for many
The sights and sounds of celebration will illuminate greater Los Angeles today as dozens of July Fourth activities—from small neighborhood barbecues to historic parades and popular fireworks displays—mark America’s birthday.
Celebrating the stars and stripes
Fireworks: the sounds of independence
From Acton to Rosamond, a number of popular Independence Day events will take place next week in the Antelope Valley. The region has always hosted traditional activities in celebration of our nation’s founding, and this year will be no different, as barbecues will blaze, bands will blare, fireworks will fascinate and parades will promenade down local streets.
LAX shows off its bright, shiny Tom Bradley International Terminal
The facility will open later this year
Officials at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) last week were practically giddy in showing off the new Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), part of $4.1 billion capital improvement project at the aging airport. Once the ultimate destination point during the early jet age, LAX has been passed over by travelers (and airlines) of late for more modern airports west of the Rockies such as San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma and the ultra-modern Denver International. LAX has not witnessed major improvement since the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics when the first Tom Bradley Terminal opened.
Nelson Mandela: the power of forgiveness
After spending 27 years in prison, he freed his nation
The man the world knows as Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, almost 95 years ago, in Transkei, South Africa. His name at birth was Rolihlahla Mandela, not Nelson Mandela.
Carson may choose layoffs to remedy projected shortfall
Dozens of lower-level positions threatened
At least three dozen Carson city workers stayed late Tuesday at the City Council meeting to find out if their jobs will be secure. The Council reviewed the early budget forecast, which shows a likelihood that dozens of lower-level positions will be eliminated to shore up a projected budget shortfall of $1.7 million.
A big day for the man of the house
It took a while, but Father’s Day was finally instituted in 1972
Though Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday in June, “dear ol’ dad” nonetheless deserves a special day off. The “honey-do” and “daddy-fix” lists can wait. On Sunday, fathers, stepfathers, fathers-in-law, grandfathers and even great-grandfathers nationwide traditionally put their feet up and enjoy the warmth of family.
A more perfect Union serves the unbanked and underbanked
Getting recognition for its new Access Accounts
Union Bank of California has a successful history of fostering economic sustainability in the regions its serves, particularly providing financial services to so-called “underbanked” and even “unbanked” communities, including portions of south and east Los Angeles.
Truck drivers air complaints over Carson firms at City Hall
They demand better working conditions at fair pay
A contingent of local truck drivers made a passionate plea at Tuesday’s Carson City Council meeting, demanding better working conditions and fair pay.
Truck drivers air complaints over Carson firms at City Hall
A contingent of local truck drivers made a passionate plea at Tuesday's Carson City Council...
Los Angeles International Airport in the top 5 for passengers, cargo
New Bradley Terminal to open later this year
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) operates one of the world’s busiest air transportation hubs. From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Los Angeles-Ontario International Airport (ONT), Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and use of Los Angeles-Palmdale Airport, the Southern California region ranks among the world’s busiest origin and destination points for non-connecting passenger traffic.
Los Angeles International Airport in the top 5 for passengers, cargo
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) operates one of the world's busiest air transportation hubs. From...
Memorial Day ceremonies will honor fallen military heroes
The 21-gun salutes will be followed by plenty of holiday fare
A contingent of Boy Scouts selected from troops throughout the city will place flags Saturday morning on the graves of veterans at the Los Angeles National Cemetery, 950 S. Sepulveda Blvd. in Westwood.
Carson continues suit against Shell Oil
Carson officials moved ahead Tuesday evening with a lawsuit against Shell Oil Co. calling on...
Memorial Day ceremonies will honor fallen military heroes
A contingent of Boy Scouts selected from troops throughout the city will place flags Saturday...
Black leaders seek a covenant between community and political candidates
A panel of political, labor, educational and clergy leaders are demanding that elected officials establish...
Carson hears good news concerning gang prevention
The GAP program, part of the "My Gangfree Life" anti-gang mission, reported positive gains at...
Bound up in the school-to-prison pipeline
California's balance sheet is mired in an unusual dilemma: while the criminal justice portion of...
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