University of Hermosa’s Jani Lange is Person of the Year

by Kevin CodyJani Lange described his selection as Hermosa Beach 2026 Person of the Year as redemption for the generation of kids, like himself, who grew up surfing, skateboarding and playing punk music.“It was a tough time for Pier Rat kids. Police didn’t get it. Teachers didn’t get it, with the exception of Dee Strange, who never looked down on our activities,” Lange told the C