Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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Santa Monica High School (Samohi) proudly conferred diplomas on its Class of 2026 during a vibrant commencement ceremony held on Tuesday, June 10, 2026, at the historic Memorial Greek Theatre on campus. The evening event, which began at 5:30 p.m., drew hundreds of proud families, faculty, and community members to honor the district's largest high school graduating class. The ceremony featured inspiring remarks from SMMUSD Superintendent Dr. Antonio Shelton, who congratulated t...
His teammates: Gary Bonnelli, Chuck Chaldekas, Jim Grey, Arthur Verge Jr. Phd. , and Jim Harris. Edited by Pedro Loureiro Phd. ; Phil G. Garn and Erick Simmel, ©2026 During the 250 years of our Republic, there have been legions of patriots; many noted and well known, others long gone before our times. Within all our lives, there have been some around each of us that we took for granted. Often, these larger-than-life individuals quietly blended back into society not...
18: With the majority of votes now counted in California's June 2, 2026, top-two primary for Insurance Commissioner, State Senator Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) has solidified a strong second-place position, positioning him to advance to the November general election. Latest results (as of early June 4 reporting, with most precincts partially or fully reporting): Jane Kim (D, progressive/Working Families Party): 23.8% (~1,140,336 votes) Ben Allen (D): 19.2% (~920,814 votes)...
UCs and Cal States Should Admit Students Totally on Merit The University of California system and California State University system are among America's great public universities. They built world-class reputations through rigorous standards and merit. But recent policies have eroded that foundation, leading to unprepared students, strained faculty, and long-term damage to California's higher education brand. It's time to return to pure merit-based admissions : objective measu...
From the witty '90s classics that defined a generation to early-2000s gems that still deliver butterflies, here are 15 delightful romantic comedies released between 1995 and 2015 that are currently (or recently) streaming on Netflix or available on YouTube. Perfect for solo viewing, couples' nights, or girls' wine-and-watch parties in Santa Monica. The Must-Watch ListClueless (1995) Alicia Silverstone's Cher Horowitz navigates Beverly Hills high school life and her own love...
Dakota Nelson is eight years old, a second-grader at Franklin Elementary, and she has very clear opinions about her ballet teacher. "Mr. Mitchell says 'legs like steel,'" she reports, "and 'if I see your feet in fifth position I'll cut them off and make toe soup.' Why they stick in my head is because it's really funny. It's (better) to remember something if it's funny." This spring, Dakota will dance in a newly choreographed ballet My Favourite Things at the Broad on May 29,...
Santa Monica, Calif. — Santa Monica High School (Samohi) implemented a temporary shelter-in-place Friday amid a reported potential threat during Advanced Placement (AP) exams, according to a joint statement from the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) and Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD). This on Friday May 8 2026. At approximately 11:53 a.m., SMPD was notified of the potential threat reported to school officials. School Resource Officers and a...
The 41st ASICS Los Angeles Marathon delivered Hollywood-level drama on Sunday, March 8, 2026, as American runner Nathan Martin claimed the men's elite division in the closest finish in the race's history, while Kenya's Priscah Cherono dominated the women's race from start to finish. In the men's division, the 36-year-old Martin, a high school cross-country coach from Jackson, Michigan, staged an incredible late surge on Santa Monica Boulevard near the Century City finish...
People love to trash talk California, specifically LA, but I LOVE IT. I'm committed! I even married it. What started as a joke became a nickname that stuck. So, I took my city's name and officially became Liz Angeles. I'm committed to staying warm, staying in shape, and staying broke! As a Sonoma County kid, I was sent from the vineyards to Vegas for my blackjack-dealing mom, because, well, I was a teen living with my dad and brothers; not ideal. Since my high school...
Santa Monica, CA – February 26, 2026 – State Senator Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica), who represents the Westside including Santa Monica, received the highest share of delegate votes among Democratic candidates at the California Democratic Party's state convention held last weekend in San Francisco. According to reports from the convention, Allen garnered approximately 42% (1,056 votes, or 41.7%) of the ballots cast by delegates in the race for Insurance Commissioner. Former San...
Pacific Palisades, Calif. - On Wednesday, the Palisadian Post, the community's newspaper of record since 1928, announced it will publish its final edition later this month, bringing to a close nearly a century of chronicling life in the tight-knit coastal enclave between Santa Monica and Malibu. In a heartfelt front-page letter to readers titled "A Farewell, With Gratitude," publisher Alan Smolinisky and editor Bill Bruns revealed that the devastating effects of the Palisades...
December 9, 2025 Malibu, Calif. - In a unanimous vote late Monday night, the Malibu City Council approved a package of agreements to separate from the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD), marking a significant milestone in a decades-long effort by Malibu residents to establish their own independent school district. The decision, made during a 5:30 p.m. meeting at Malibu City Hall, follows a similar unanimous approval by the SMMUSD Board of Education just one...
SANTA MONICA - When the curtain rises on Westside Ballet's 52nd annual Nutcracker this Thanksgiving weekend, audiences will witness something increasingly rare in American ballet: a true community production elevated to world-class standards. New York City Ballet principals Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia return as Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier for the November 29-30 performances at The Broad Stage, followed by Los Angeles Ballet company dancer Rony Baseman and Ashley Chung fro...
SANTA MONICA – On Wednesday night, November 19, 2025, Santa Monica High School's boys basketball team opened Ocean League play with a commanding 66-33 victory over visiting University High School at the North Gym. The Vikings led from start to finish and were never seriously threatened. Santa Monica built a large early lead and took a 44-21 advantage into halftime. The margin continued to grow in the second half, triggering a running clock for much of the fourth quarter. F...
Santa Monica, CA – October 23, 2025 Dodger greats Steve Garvey, Eric Karros, and Adrian Gonzalez headlined a vibrant "Catch the Blue Wave" pep rally Thursday night on the Third Street Promenade, rallying thousands of fans as the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to defend their World Series title against the Toronto Blue Jays. The event, hosted by Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. and the City of Santa Monica from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., featured autograph sessions, photo opportunities with t...
On Friday, October 10, 2025, Santa Monica High School's homecoming football game against South High School turned into a thrilling display of resilience and determination, as the Vikings staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 42-31 victory. The accurate story of this night reveals a game that was on the verge of a devastating loss, only to be transformed by an extraordinary sequence of events in the final minutes. With just 3:30 remaining on the clock, Santa Monica High...
Santa Monica High School initiated a precautionary lockdown on Monday afternoon Sept 29th, following reports of an armed individual at a gas station located in close proximity to the campus, according to information from the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) website. Santa Monica Police posted that they have the suspect and his BB gun, in custody. The incident unfolded around 1:30 p.m., prompting district officials to place the school under lockdown as a saf...
BURBANK, CA – On the evening of September 5, 2025, the Santa Monica High School (Samohi) Vikings football team traveled to Burbank to face off against the John Burroughs High School Bears at Memorial Stadium, emerging victorious with a commanding 35-9 win. The Vikings set the tone early, establishing a lead that they maintained throughout the game, showcasing their strength and preparation following a challenging 2024 season. Coming off a season-opening 35-0 shutout against Ka...
**Kansas City, MO – November 3, 2025** – Pop icon Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce announced their engagement on November 2, 2025, in a heartfelt Instagram post that sent fans into a frenzy. The couple, both 35, shared a series of intimate photos from a candlelit garden proposal, captioned with a cheeky reference to their public personas: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher said yes 🧨.” Set to Swift’s song “So High School” from her *The Torture...
A sea of students in pink and white surf hats piled into the Santa Monica City Hall council meeting on a Tuesday afternoon, all unified on one front: our ocean. Surfers Who Serve is a student-led initiative composed of teens from across school districts who are deeply concerned about the safety and future of Santa Monica Bay. Teal Greene, co-founder of Surfers Who Serve, says they "don't want to inherit a polluted problem." Instead, they want to address the issue head-on....
When Shannon Erdmann commutes from Calabasas to Santa Monica for ballet class, she's trading one high-pressure environment for another-but this time, the pressure comes with joy. "Ballet has always been a huge stress reliever for me," says Erdmann, a Wall Street banker who left professional dance at 21 to pursue finance. "It's a happy place where I can have fun and just focus on my body." Erdmann is one of over 70 adult dancers preparing to take the stage this Saturday at...
SANTA MONICA, CA - Organizers of the Santa Monica Main Street Independence Day Parade have extended a warm invitation to Pacific Palisades community groups to participate in the 2025 celebration, fostering a spirit of regional unity. Set for July 4, 2025, the 19th annual parade will showcase the vibrant artistic spirit of Santa Monica, with this year's theme centered on "Celebrating the Arts." Discussions between Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades organizers aim to include...
Welcome to Torrance, California-Where Coastal Beach Vibe Meets City Energy Located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, just 20 minutes south of the Westside, Torrance is a hidden gem blending breezy beach vibes with vibrant city life. Whether you're planning a quick day trip or a full weekend getaway, Torrance delivers the best of both worlds-mid-century charm, a rich cultural history, and a laid-back California feel that's perfect for families. Many SoCal...
Welcome to Torrance, California—Where Coastal Beach Vibe Meets City Energy Located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, just 20 minutes south of the Westside, Torrance is a hidden gem blending breezy beach vibes with vibrant city life. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or a full weekend getaway, Torrance delivers the best of both worlds—mid-century charm, a rich cultural history, and a laid-back California feel that’s perfect for families. Many SoCal residen...
Dear Council, The sad part about this letter is I've written some version of it every year for the last 8 years. It is a lesson in failure at every level. Or maybe a lesson in my own insanity expecting something might change. I'm going to tie several things together here, so excuse the length. First, last weekend: FRIDAY NIGHT: After dinner out my wife and I went to the CVS on Wilshire where we encountered a deranged shirtless man threatening CVS staff with a skateboard,...
