Ryan Hardison, Design Editor
21 posts
California voters deny rent control and raising minimum wage, and other Prop results
Ten state measures were on the California ballot in the Nov. 5 general election, with propositions focusing on…
November 6, 2024
10 pumpkin patches to explore near Long Beach
As the hallmarks of fall pop up all over SoCal — apple cider delights, seasonal decorations, Spirit Halloween…
October 4, 2024
Pulverizing property taxes since 1978: The history of Proposition 13 and its modern-day impact
The passage of Proposition 13 in California on June 6, 1978 presented an enticing new landscape for homeowners…
March 14, 2024
Column: Cali Vibes boasts a ‘90s nostalgic, star-studded L.A. proud festival
The three-day festival held on the Long Beach shoreline featured a diversely talented lineup led by SoCal natives…
February 22, 2024
Musical Theatre West’s ‘42nd Street’ tap dances its way to excellence
As the curtain lifts on Musical Theatre West’s production of “42nd Street,” audiences are greeted by the clicking…
February 14, 2024
From high school halls to center stage: Musical Theatre West teams up with local arts school for a dazzling dance ensemble in ’42nd Street’
Six dance students from the Orange County School of the Arts will be part of MTW’s adaptation of…
February 8, 2024
Long Beach City Council to hear appeal against proposed downtown housing development
A local nonprofit has filed an appeal against the city’s plans to demolish the historic Varden Hotel in…
February 5, 2024
Artistic Appetite: Psychedelic Symphony brings dinner and a show to Heritage Farm
The creators of Happy Sundays Music Fest have organized Psychedelic Symphony, a one-night-only musical culinary event with a…
January 23, 2024
The 2nd Annual Bob Long Memorial Mutt Run is back and bigger for 2024
Dog owners, fitness enthusiasts and local pet lovers are invited to Belmont Shore for the 2nd Annual Bob…
January 18, 2024
DeadRockers is punk with a purpose
With everything from leather jackets to Sex Pistols on vinyl, Lindsey Shaver’s punk rock paradise operates outside the…
October 14, 2023