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  • View of Quail Lodge & Golf Club Resort in Carmel California.

    The Quail Lodge and Golf Club: Carmel, California

    Chanin Victor, Contributing Editor|Updated Nov 29, 2023

    Experience quintessential California living at this destination resort where rest and recreation go hand in hand! The Quail Lodge and Golf Club is a beautiful, luxury hotel in Carmel, California that’s affordable, family-friendly, dog-friendly, and full of leisurely activities for your entertainment and enjoyment. The distinctly modern Quail Lodge, located on the sunny side of Carmel, is secluded and serene on 850 panoramic and scenic acres. Looking out on the horizon t...

  • View of The Vespera Resort and of the boardwalk and Pacific Ocean

    The Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach: Experience Lux Beach Living on Your Next Family Vacation

    Chanin Victor, Contributing Editor|Updated Nov 29, 2023

    The Central California Coast along the Pacific Ocean is a favorite for family road trips year after year. Need some beach therapy? One stop you definitely MUST include on your itinerary for your next family vacation is the small town of Pismo Beach! Beach, sand, surf, and sunshine,... that is Pismo Beach. It's a place to relax, rest, and find tranquility. A shining star and the only hotel you should book while there is The Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, part of Marriott...

  • Brawl Between Waffle House Employee and Customer Goes Viral in Video

    Samuel Alioto, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Sep 10, 2021
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    A fight between a Waffle House cook in Atlanta Georgia, and a customer has gone viral on social media. "Waffle House on Buford Hwy was turnt Waffle" tweeted @atluncensored on 9/5/21, in the original tweet. People on Twitter note that this is not at all the first time this scenario, a fight at the Waffle House chain, has arisen. Both combatants were African American men. Before punches were thrown, two African American women are seen pleading with the customer that "we're...

  • When is it Best to Wait Until Age 70 to Claim Social Security?

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Sep 8, 2021

    Ask Rusty – Is It Always Best to Wait Until Age 70 to Claim Social Security? Dear Rusty: I'm 66 years old and still (self) employed as a home builder. I have not taken Social Security benefits yet, and don't need to at this time. If relevant, my business struggled when I first started it five years ago, but did well last year, and I'll have my highest earning year in my life this year and possibly next year as well. My question is, and it may be dumb, is it always best to dela...

  • Only $20 to Adopt an Animal Through September 19 at County Animal Shelters

    Don Belton, LA County Animal Care and Control|Updated Sep 7, 2021

    It's that time of year again! NBC4 and Telemundo 52 Clear the Shelters annual pet adoption and donation drive kicked off on August 23 through September 19, and Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control (DACC) is excited to participate for another year and offer special adoption promotions for the entire month of September! Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control's seven animal care centers are offering $20 adoption fees for large dogs over 35 pounds and all...

  • Annenberg Conducts it's Annual Cardboard Yacht Regatta

    Observer Staff Writer|Updated Sep 5, 2021

    Annenberg Beach House conducted its 8th annual cardboard yacht races on Saturday. 47 teams participated. The results of the soggy sailing competition were as follows: Youth/Youth category, 1st place The Zeetano, 2nd place EMS, 3rd place Titanic 2.0 Youth/Adult category: 1st place Old Faithful, 2nd place The Duct Tape Duck, 3rd place Ships-a-Wreck Adult/Adult category: 1st place SS Whale Shark, 2nd place Bowser’s Airship, 3rd place Kon-Leaky And award winners: Marion Davies A...

  • Santa Monica Place Welcomes First Los Angeles Location of Global Fashion Brand Elie Tahari

    Updated Sep 3, 2021

    Santa Monica Place announces the addition of its newest retailer, Elie Tahari. Located on level 1 of the shopping center, this will be the first Los Angeles location for the global fashion brand and the second location in California. For over 45 years, Elie Tahari has created timeless, ready-to-wear and professional womenswear, expanding to include sunglasses and accessories. The internationally-renowned brand has a global presence on five continents and is sold in more than...

  • Skyrocketing Meth Addiction Rate in West Hollywood Fueled, In Part, By Dating Apps

    Cynthia Nickerson, Institute for Public Strategies|Updated Sep 3, 2021

    (8/31/21) A West Hollywood community advocate is working to shine a light on the dark practice of chemsex and the way its discussed on dating apps like Grindr. Chemsex is the practice of using certain drugs (meth, GHB, cocaine, MDMA/ecstasy) to enhance sexual experiences. Chemsex is popular among gay men, many of whom use the app Grindr to make connections. "Grindr is the number one gay dating app, a lot of people use it to make friendships, or form relationships or one night...

  • The Harold & Carole Pump Foundation 21ST Annual Celebrity Dinner

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Sep 3, 2021

    On Friday August 21, 2021 the Harold & Carole Pump Foundation held its 21st Annual Celebrity Dinner, at Beverly Hilton Hotel, Beverly Hills. This fabulous celebrity filled fundraiser had a cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner, and live entertainment, including comedian Cedric the Entertainer. This 21st Annual Celebrity Dinner honored five great men: Smokey Robinson, who is one of the world's greatest musical icons, and lyrical poet whose career has extended over 50...

  • SNL Legend Darrell Hammond, Max Amini, Jimmy Shin, Tom Arnold, Greg Baldwin And Christine Peake Set To Perform For Veterans.

    Christine Peake, Peake PR Group|Updated Aug 30, 2021

    Some of the top comedians in Los Angeles are set to perform a show at Domiciliary Residential. Rehabilitation Treatment Program on Monday August 30th. Comedian Jimmy Shin who is also one of LA's leading comedy show producers, is the force behind this special show, and it is his second time around returning to support the veterans through laughter. (Shin who is also known for his Amazon special 'Wok Of Fame',) became involved with the veterans facility after he received a fan...

  • Animal Control Director Rescues Kitten With her Shire Horse

    Don Belton, Animal Care and Control|Updated Aug 30, 2021

    It's not every day that the Los Angeles County Director of Animal Care and Control gets to participate in a hands-on animal rescue! On Sunday, August 22, 2021 Director Marcia Mayeda and a friend were riding their horses at Mccoy's Equestrian Center in Chino Hills, California when they heard the plaintive cries of a kitten stuck in a tree. Passersby were trying to help the kitten, but nobody could reach her. Marcia's horse Murphy, a 17.2 hand high rare Shire draft horse, was...

  • Randy's Donuts Rolls Towards Opening in Santa Monica

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 30, 2021

    Time to get excited people! Randy's donuts at 9th Street and Wilshire will be opening August 31, 2021, says Lawrence Carroll, their publicist. What makes Randy's Donuts different? "We only use the freshest ingredients. We throw out donuts that are older than an hour," says one of the perky kids who will soon be selling donuts. Randy's Donuts is a bakery and landmark building in Inglewood, California, near Los Angeles International Airport, in a style that dates to a period in...

  • Paying Social Security Now Will Not Increase Your Social Security Payment Later

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Aug 28, 2021

    Ask Rusty – Will Paying Social Security Tax Now Increase My Benefits later? Dear Rusty: I started drawing my benefits at age 62 due to being laid off from my job at age 60. I have continued working part time and been paying Social Security and Medicare taxes ever since. I am now 66. I have been told that even though I continue to pay these taxes, it will not help increase my monthly social security benefit. Is that true? Signed: Working Beneficiary Dear Working Beneficiary: P...

  • A Dose Of Laughter HOLLIBLU Nurses Gala Brings The Stars And The Big Laughs

    Christine Peake|Updated Aug 25, 2021

    Big Hearted Comedians Donate Their Time For Nurses Charity. The HOLLIBLU " A Dose Of Laughter Gala' was a star studded night at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel​​, where the jokes just kept on coming! The gala was to celebrate HOLLIBLU, an App to support the nursing community which was created by trailblazer (and nurse) Cara Lunsford, who works tirelessly with her dedicated team to provide help to healthcare workers. The line up was stellar, host/comedian Christine Peake (al...

  • Your Social Security Income is Taxable

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Aug 24, 2021

    Ask Rusty – My Social Security Income Hurts When I File My Taxes Dear Rusty: I am getting hammered with taxes on my Social Security (SS). I am retired and draw a meager work pension and SS benefits. When my wife and I filed our joint tax return we owed the IRS a substantial amount of money - they took 85% of my SS in taxes. We are just barely over the minimal amount of income allowed for SS tax exemption. Is there anything I can do so I do not have to pay all this money at o...

  • How Long Does it Take to Receive Social Security Once You Apply?

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Aug 22, 2021

    Ask Rusty – If I Apply Now, When Will I Get My First Social Security Payment? Dear Rusty: If I were to apply for my Social Security retirement (I'm 68 on August 1, 2021), when could I realistically expect to receive my first check? Signed: Ready to Claim Dear Ready: Social Security suggests applying for benefits 2 - 3 months before you wish them to begin, to allow time for processing your application. When you apply, you will specify the month you wish your benefits to s...

  • Women Prisoners Stripped Nude While Guard's Body Cameras Film It All

    Amber S. Jackson, Lucky Lifer|Updated Aug 20, 2021

    It's true. State Prison Guards now wear body mounted cameras. They keep on rolling while performing strip searches of prisoners. So, how do I know this? I was in the medical building. An officer was stripping an inmate behind a toilet area. And my nosey self went over to look, and the camera was mounted and rollng with the Iight on... Not to mention that the officers' policy states the cameras must stay ON AT ALL TIMES. With the only exception being when officers go to the...

  • County Issues Veterinary Health Alert for an Outbreak of Canine Leptospirosis, a Bacterial Infection

    Veterinary Angels|Updated Aug 18, 2021

    The Director of Veterinary Public Health for Los Angeles County issued an animal health alert to veterinarians in the area, informing them that they have noted a large increase in reported confirmed and suspected canine leptospirosis cases over the last few weeks. Most of the affected dogs either live in or had exposures in locations on the west side of the county or in the San Fernando Valley. Additionally, a number of dogs may have been exposed at a boarding facility in...

  • Artist Fellowships Presented to 5 Santa Monica Residents

    Jack Simon, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 16, 2021

    Five local artists have been awarded grants from the Santa Monica Artist Fellowship program. Two artists were presented with $16,000 Artist Fellowships while three received $4,200 Project Fellowships. This year, the Santa Monica Arts Commission created the Kate Johnson Digital Arts Fellowship in honor of the beloved local filmmaker and digital media artist who passed in 2020. This new award supports artists in the electronic and/or digital disciplines. The 2021 Artist Fellows...

  • LA Art Show 2021 Opening Night Premiere Party

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 12, 2021

    Thursday Night, July 29, 2021 -- The LA Art show has been a staunch supporter of St Jude Children's Research Hospital, a leading hospital devoted to medical research and the treatment of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. This year, the LA Art show donated 15% of all ticket proceeds to St Jude Children's Research Hospitals' lifesaving dedication and mission. Rita Ora, popular British singer, song writer and actress ( with four #1 UK singles), was a charming...

  • Four Female Comedians- Four Shows, Delivering Laughter In Unfunny Times.

    Christine Peake, Peake PR Group|Updated Aug 8, 2021

    During these uncertain times we all need to find laughter. Do we wear masks? Do we not wear masks? Are we heading for lock down? Do we care? Do I need to stock up on sanitizer and toilet paper again? Another booster vaccine? Should I have avoided the vaccine? What's Happening? Myself and my talented three comedian friends, the boisterous Jessica Winther, the dark and hilarious Teri S. and abstract humorist supermodel Eugenia Kuzmina embarked upon a mini-tour of comedy shows...

  • LA County Animal Shelters Streamline Process So You Can Adopt a Pet the Day You Arrive with "Love at First Sight"

    Don Belton, Animal Care and Control|Updated Aug 6, 2021

    Recently, the Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control (DACC) released a COVID-19 Impact Report detailing the Department's response to the pandemic and resulting operational changes. With the guidance and support of national organizations such as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), Best Friends Animal Society and UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, DACC implemented a community-based approach to keep pets in homes, reunite lost pets wit...

  • Should She Claim Disability or Take Her Social Security Survivor Benefit?

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Aug 2, 2021

    Ask Rusty – Disability vs. Survivor Benefit Dear Rusty: I have a question regarding Social Security. I'm 54 and applying for disability. I've had rheumatoid arthritis since I was 19. My son, 16 years old, receives survivor benefits from my deceased ex-husband. We were married for 20 years. I was told by Social Security that my monthly payments, if they found me eligible for disability, would be $1418 a month. When would I be eligible to collect my ex-husband's Social S...

  • Iron Mike Tyson and Ladies Hats Marked the First Opening Day at the Racetrack Following Covid Restrictions.

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 2, 2021

    On Friday July 16, 2021 the Del Mar Race Track, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA, opened its doors to about 14,984 fans for its 82nd racing season. In past seasons, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club at Del Mar Racetrack had close to 40, 000 attendees on Opening Day, but due to Covid-19 protocols there was a restriction to allowing this type of crowding. Seating was available in the Grandstand, Clubhouse, Turf Club, Skyroom's Luxury and Celebrity suites and the five major...

  • Can a Wife and Minor Children Collect Social Security Based on Their Father?

    Rusty Gleer, Association of Mature American Citizens|Updated Jul 28, 2021

    Ask Rusty – Should I Claim Family Benefits? Dear Rusty: I was born in 1956 and my wife in 1961. I've got 45 years of SSA earnings, and I will have income in 2021. We have 4 minor children, the youngest born in 2012. When is the best time for us to apply for benefits? Are we eligible for family benefits? My statement infers that we are. Signed: Older Dad Dear Older Dad: Born in 1956, your full retirement age (FRA) for Social Security purposes is 66 years and 4 months. If you cl...

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