MCHS: 2000 Olympian Jeff Tarango
by Robb Fulcher Editor’s note: Mira Costa high tennis player Jeff Tarango (Class of 1986), of Manhattan Beach, competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics and finished 17th in singles, at the culmination of his 12-year pro career. Later, as a coach, he worked with Andre Medvedev and Maria Sharapova. The following story is reprinted from […]
MCHS: 1996, 2000 Olympian Cliff Meidl
by Robb Fulcher Editor’s note: Mira Costa graduate Cliff Meidl (Class of ‘84) competed in kayaking in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta and in the 2000 Olympics in Sydney. He was selected by his fellow American Olympians to carry the American Flag during the opening ceremonies. In an interview this week, he credited his younger […]
Peininsula Feline’s Felicitous Friend
by Robb Fulcher Rufus, a large, orange and white feral cat, showed up in a Palos Verdes back yard 11 years ago. The angels were with him that day – the yard belongs to Donna Ciminera, whose efforts have led to the rescue of many thousands of cats living rough and deadly dangerous lives on […]
Marching forward: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 53 marks the 40th anniversary of a timeless bond
by Robb Fulcher Vietnam Veterans of America might look like any other service organization. As the local chapter, which covers the South Bay and Palos Verdes, turned 40 years old last month, the veterans can boast a long list of civic accomplishments, including: Handing out about $100,000 in student scholarships, Promoting legislation to designate Highway […]
Turning darkness to light: Blind entertainer, author, athlete, altruist Tom Sullivan conquers a sighted world
by Robb Fulcher Tom Sullivan has lived a limitless and star-studded life in his 76 years and counting. As an entertainer, he’s appeared on Johnny Carson’s iconic late-night TV show dozens of times, acted his way to two Emmy nominations on prime time shows, cut records for major labels, and sung the National Anthem at […]
Former Mira Costa Golfer Andrea Lee returns to Palos Verdes Country Club for LPGA tourney
Andrea Lee returns to her high school practice course for the LPGA Peninsula stop by Robb Fulcher Andrea Lee is planning to make a triumphant return to Palos Verdes on March 30, when the international LPGA tour returns to the Palos Verdes Country Club for the $1.75 million DIO Implant LA Open. Lee, who grew […]
Ben Allen’s tough on plastics, and clear on political transparency
State senator honored for stance on environment, campaign finance by Robb Fulcher Democrat Ben Allen is leaning on his record of major environmental legislation, government transparency, and attention to his constituents’ needs in his bid for a third term representing the 26th State Senatorial District. The district of nearly one million constituents stretches along the […]
A chip shot from home – Former Peninsula High golfer Jenny Coleman returns to her schools home course for the LPGA Palos Verdes Championship
by Robb Fulcher Pro golfer Jenny Coleman will have a rare opportunity to play at home when the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association) tour comes to the Palos Verdes Golf Club, April 28 through May 1. “It will be nice playing a mile from my house. It will be nice to stay at home for […]
Redondo Graphic artist Omaha Perez to sign “Lost Angeles”
Does Oprah lead the Illuminati? Is Trump a lizard man? Is Paul dead? In Omaha Perez’ graphic novel, the answers depend upon the unsteady mind of an over-the-hill inebriate.
The South Bay Family Health Care system began with the free clinic movement in 1969
Its principles remain the same as it celebrates its 50th anniversary
Main Event matters – Peninsula schools and the LAUSD
Peninsula schools get 40 percent less funding per child than the average LAUSD, which is why the Main Event matters
Staph buster LA BioMed’s CEO Dr. Arnold Bayer
LA BioMed ‘Legend’ Dr. Arnold Bayer hunts down deadly, shapeshifting microbes
Student safety valve
Liz Schoeben’s therapists help school students deal with increasing pressures
Service first
Citizen of the Year Jackie Crowley finds happiness in making others happy
Beach books – Politics, Hermosa style
Nine Secrets for Getting Elected
Beach people – A Mermaid’s Tail
Mermaid Linden swims with Body Glove