Nathan Tu, Valentina Glines named to 2025 Taekwondo National Team
Nathan Tu, 12, has been selected for USA Taekwondo National Team in the Poomsae (forms) Cadet Male Team division; and Valentina Glines, 16, has been selected as an alternate on the National Team in the Freestyle Under-17 Female division. Both train at the K.S Choi Taekwondo Center in Rolling Hills Estates. “We are incredibly proud […]
Hermosa Beach Museum nears national accreditation
The Hermosa Beach Museum – a small but mighty institution known for celebrating the city’s surf, skate, and beach culture – is closing in on a major milestone: national accreditation. Officials said Sunday the museum is preparing for a pivotal site visit in August from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the primary accrediting body […]
A milestone day for a former Redondo Beach teacher, Esther Weber
by Garth Meyer Esther Weber of Redondo Beach is 100 ¾. A retired, longtime Redondo Beach school teacher, she first moved here in 1950. Her husband died when he was 97. “A husband who made sure I wasn’t dating any other guy,” Weber said. “I was going with a fellow – a high school boyfriend, […]
British Open winner’s trophy rises from Altadena fire ashes
by Kevin Cody Mo Martin won the 2014 Woman’s British Open in one of the most fabled finishes in the prestigious tournament’s four-decade history. The Redondo Beach resident began the final round at the Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England three shots behind, in a six-way tie for seventh. She finished the final round […]
Best of the Beach Dining & Entertainment 2025 WINNERS
by Richard Foss American BBQ Willingham’s Local barbecue fans got a scare when Willingham’s was closed for months because owner Phil Bae had been in a car accident. His skill at smoke-roasting meat is unimpaired because he won this category for the third year in a row. This is the place where each step of […]
Arrest made in threat to Metro right-of-way surveyors
by Garth Meyer A man who threatened to harm Metro surveyors on the potential Green Line extension route through North Redondo and Lawndale was arrested April 2. Detectives from The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Transit Services Bureau apprehended Daniel Doyle Scallion, 28, who is alleged to have made the threat Feb. 20 in an anonymous […]
Best of the Beach 2025 Dining & Entertainment
American BBQ Willingham 443 S Pacific Coast Hwy #A Redondo Beach (424) 390-4300 willinghambbq.com Asian Fusion RYLA 1220 Hermosa Avenue Hermosa Beach (424) 247-9881 eatryla.com Bar Food Shellback Tavern 116 Manhattan Beach Blvd Manhattan Beach (310) 376-7857 shellback-tavern.business.site Brunch Martha’s Hermosa Beach 25 22nd Street Hermosa Beach (310) 376-7786 marthashermosabeach.com Breakfast […]
Joy Ford begins as Redondo Beach City Attorney
by Garth Meyer The new Redondo Beach city attorney is in place, still doing her old job, too. Joy Ford, who was sworn in April 1 to replace five-term city attorney Mike Webb, has already extended a conditional offer to her own replacement as quality of life prosecutor. One person was interviewed. While the background […]
Redondo Rotary puts on new “South Bay Film Festival” Friday
The Rotary Club of Redondo Beach presents the inaugural “South Bay Film Festival,” Friday, April 11, at the Hermosa Beach Community Theater. The event spotlights old movies filmed locally, as well as a contest for new shorts from student filmmakers, centered on the theme of “Kindness.” The feature presentation is “Men at Work (1990)”, filmed […]
How to Find Great Podcasts for Professionals in Law and Medical
In today’s fast-paced professional world, continuing education is no longer confined to classrooms and conferences. For busy legal and medical professionals, podcasts have emerged as an invaluable resource for staying current with industry developments, earning continuing education credits, and connecting with thought leaders—all while commuting, exercising, or completing daily tasks. Understanding the Podcast Landscape According […]
Tips for Opening and Running Your Own Plumbing Business
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey of starting a plumbing business can be both exciting and daunting. As with any venture, critical planning and preparation are essential to navigate the complexities of the industry. From assessing market needs to ensuring you have the right tools, the process is multifaceted. The key to this is understanding the […]
Hermosa Volleyball Open in fall okayed, 2028 Olympic quest begins
by Kevin Cody The Hermosa Beach Open volleyball tournament will return to the Hermosa pier for the second consecutive year in September, under an agreement approved by the Hermosa Beach City Council at its Tuesday, April 8 meeting. The City Council also discussed the city taking ownership of the Hermosa Open, similarly to how Manhattan […]
Best of Outdoor music venue: Waiting for the Sun
Spring will swing at the BeachLife Festival by Gavin Heaney Springtime in the South Bay is more of a cross-up of winter and summer than its own season. The sun finally emerges from cold grey winter storms, flashing summery prospects of dazzling green gold and blue, warming up backyards and baseball games. But the beach […]
Baywatch Community Calendar 4-10-25
Spotlight: Saturday, April 12 Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles The 35-member Scottish Fiddlers Orchestra presents its annual Hermosa Beach concert on Saturday, April 12. This year’s performance features the dazzling Katie McNally, a Boston-based fiddler with electrifying energy. The orchestra includes fiddles, cellos, drums, piano, harp, accordions, whistles, bagpipes, and Gaelic songs for a fiery […]
All Ball Sports: March Sadness: UCLA Women Crash and Burn
The Los Angeles 2028 US Olympic Committee will get a preview of how great holding the Beach Volleyball Olympics in the South Bay could be when Smackfest returns to Seaside Lagoon in King Harbor on Saturday, April 12. Play begins at 12:15 p.m., accompanied by live bands, food, beer, wine, and cocktails. 21 and over. […]
California’s iGaming Future – What Legalization Could Mean
Discover what iGaming’s future in California could look like, including the potential impact of legalizing online betting and casino games across the state. As one of the most populous and economically powerful states in the U.S., California represents a massive untapped market for online gambling or iGaming. While several states have already embraced regulated online […]