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Articles from the September 12, 2017 edition


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  • SMPD Evacuates Santa Monica Pier on 9/11 Due to Telephoned "Bomb Scare"

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 12, 2017

    Update 7:15 pm PST: authorities announce that the Santa Monica pier is now open again to the public. They now term this event a "bomb scare" rather than a bomb threat. It is curious that the Hawthorne and Culver City police received the threat, rather than the Santa Monica PD. Update 6:40 pm PST: The LA County Sheriff's Dept determined that the "suspicious vehicle" on the Pier did not, in fact, present a threat. However, the Pier remains closed, and authorities are continuing to search it....

  • Backhoe at Lincoln Middle School Caused Power Outages to 3600 Santa Monica Customers

    Sep 12, 2017

    5pm update: Power restored to all 3600 customers, including stores on Montana Avenue. The excavation taking place on the School's athletic field, caused an explosion and an underground surge of power at the vault 3 blocks away on Montana Avenue. Parents converged at the gate after a robocall went out to all parents. The school does expect to reopen on Tuesday morning, and reports that all power is restored. Construction worker at Lincoln middle school operating a backhoe cut power lines power...

  • Apocalyptic Scene Across Florida Keys Revealed in Youtube Videos, Social Media

    Observer Staff|Sep 12, 2017

    Hurricane Irma came ashore as a Category 4 storm in the Florida Keys on Sunday morning. The eye of the storm passed over Cudjoe Key. The Florida Keys are a chain of islands connected by the Overseas Highway. On a Facebook group for the Florida keys, one resident noted that Big Pine experienced "up to 14 foot surge . . . . Ramrod Key aerial view "no longer detectable" which means it's underwater not viewable by drones . . . . Cudjoe, Little Torch, and Summerland all hit hard" One Leah McNally rep...

  • Man Arested After Stealing Concrete Truck, Parking it at St. Monica's Catholic School

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 12, 2017

    A man who claims to be a St. Monica's Catholic school alumnus, stole a truck towing a concrete mixer on PCH, then drove it to St. Monica's where he was arrested. The incident happened on Saturday afternoon just after 3:30 PM. Our photographer captured photos, just as I half dozen Santa Monica police officers arrived and formally arrested the 30-year-old man. But police were sure they had their man, who said that the truck dropped concrete and equipment all over PCH on the way to St. Monica's....

  • Glamifornia Style Lounge.. Malibu's Best Beauty Stop Shop

    Sheryl Aronson|Sep 12, 2017

    At Glamifornia Style Lounge on Coast Highway in Malibu, the customer will find quality and artistic work in hair, makeup, fashion, art, and wellness. This unique business brings a network of creative artists and experts together to make one feel and look good. Terah Tidy, Owner of Glamifornia commented, "Glamifornia began a couple of years ago when I saw the movement that everyone was loving California Glamour. Glamifornia is a juxtaposition of art, beauty, fashion, and wellness. I began with a...

  • American Legion, Santa Monica Elks Seek Donations of Water, Clothes and Food For Texas

    Kathryn Boole|Sep 12, 2017

    SANTA MONICA (SEPT. 2, 2017)-The American Legion has partnered with the Santa Monica and Los Angeles communities to provide relief to those Texas families most impacted by hurricane Harvey. American Legion Post Palisades 283, Santa Monica 123, Venice 177, the Santa Monica College Student Veterans Association and Santa Monica Elks Lodge 906 is gathering items to be delivered by truck in just a few weeks. Donations dates will be September 2-15, 2017, for delivery September 16-18, 2017. Dropoff...

  • An Emerald Oasis - The M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas

    Kat Thomas, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 12, 2017

    A few weeks ago Edible Skinny was lucky enough to spend a night at the delightful emerald oasis that is the M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas. Now I will confess, I had driven by the M Resort for over a year on our multiple sojourns between Sin City and the City of Angeles, never stopping to consider it at all. So when I walked into this shelter for Vegas Locals and those not interested in the craziness of the strip, I was stunned by its elegance. Infused with originality, quality, and value in e...

  • The Full Moon and You: A Spiritual Teacher's Lunar Perspective

    Todd Savvas|Sep 12, 2017

    Did you look at up the night sky on the 6th and think – wow, that's big. Is it a full moon? If you did, you'd be correct. Not only was it a full moon, it was also a full moon in the sign of the emotional and creative dreamer, Pisces. So, what does that even mean? And what does it really mean for your life? In Astrology the moon rules your emotional world. This means it governs how you process emotions – both internal and external. In mysticism, the moon is the symbol for the goddess and the femi...

  • Disney World in Orlando will Reopen on Tuesday after Weekend Closure

    Observer Staff|Sep 12, 2017

    The latest from Walt Disney World is that the park will reopen on Tuesday. Hurricane Irma forces only the 4th closure since Disney World opened in 1971. There may be modifications to some attractions and entertainment offerings, says a press release from Disney: "After an initial assessment of our property, Walt Disney World's Theme Parks and Disney Springs will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 12 with normal, advertised operating hours. Special events, such as Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween...

  • Renowned Spiritual Healer Todd Savvas Explains Mercury Retrograde

    Todd Savvas, www.ToddSavvas.com|Sep 12, 2017

    Mercury will be in retrograde August 12 – Sept 5, 2017. But we give an extra 5-7 days either side for its energy to return to normal. But what does his mean exactly? Let me break it down for you. Mercury Retrograde is one of those 'New-Age' terms (but not really) thrown around by adults, Astrologers and everyone in-between. It probably graces your Twitter feed non-stop 3-4 times a year and I'm sure by people who don't truly understand it, beyond blaming poor little old Mercury. Even people who n...