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By Jeff Turbett is a men’s lifestyle commerce writer covering all things fitness and wellness Lomita City Council is having a different kind of election.  I asked Wade to explain the difference Wade Kyle:  The Lomita City Council Election has historically been conducted as an “at-large” election By that I mean that the entire city receives the same ballot with the same assortment of city council candidates to choose from as opposed to selecting from candidates that are running for a specific district because they didn’t have districts until this election SK: There are 88 incorporated cities in L.A how is Lomita different from the rest of the cities in Los Angeles County Wade Kyle: Large cities like Los Angeles and Pasadena created city council districts decades ago but most smaller cities in Los Angeles County conduct at-large city council elections Lomita is one of a growing number of incorporated cities in Los Angeles County that have chosen to divide their city into council districts Some say the council districts were created to avoid a lawsuit but today only the Lomita residents that live in Lomita City Council District 2 will see the candidates running for Lomita City Council District 2 District 4 residents will have their own District 4 ballot and 5 are not up for votes this election season but will be on the 2026 ballot SK: As a candidate for Lomita City Council how has the creation of city council districts impacted you it’s one of the reasons that I’m in this race I had considered running before the districts were created but when the Lomita City Council moved forward with the idea to implement district-by-district elections 2025SK: Why did the creation of districts make such a difference to you I was reluctant to jump into a city council race for several reasons; 1) I would have been running against two long term incumbents; 2) at-large races require that the candidates reach out to the entire city as opposed to a single district within the city; 3) name recognition although I regularly attend Lomita City Council meetings and am a public interest advocate I don’t have much name recognition in Lomita All or some of those barriers could be overcome with money but I don’t take corporate money I am actually attempting to knock on every single door in my district before election day That would have been impossible if this were an at-large election SK:  You talk about diversity in ways that are different from the typical talking points Can you tell us what you mean when you talk about diversity Wade Kyle: Social scientists have known for a long time it's an established fact that diverse teams make better decisions They've come to that conclusion based on the fact that collective wisdom consisting of different points of view tends to result in better solutions and better problem solving at all levels of leadership in our government but especially at the city council of a city that is overwhelmingly diverse although you wouldn't know that by looking at the photos of the city council SK: The role of a city council member in a small city is somewhat limited Can you tell me - quickly - a couple of other areas you'd like to focus on Wade Kyle: Lomita operates under the Council-Manager form of government there is a city manager and the city council serves as the elected legislative and policy-making body of the City I want to place additional focus on public safety and engaging the community.  Note from the publisher:  In full disclosure, Wade Kyle is the son of Sharon Kyle and has also been a regular contributor to the LA Progressive. 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In addition to the many May releases rescheduled to drop mid-summer, Brooklyn’s Dig Nitty is adding to the pile of highly anticipated summer jams announcing their debut Reverse of Mastery today with the quick-burning surfy “Lomita.” Blending West Coast garage-rock guitars with the sounds of their native DIY scene the two-minute introduction to Mastery manages to pack in catchy hooks and some pretty relatable lyrics about returning to the outside world “It’s a song about visiting a hospital—Lomita is the name of the street I would go on to get there,” vocalist Erin McGrath shares of her time spent in California “It’s a song about wishing you could bring the outside world to someone inside and how weird it is to be able to just leave a hospital room and go back to the outside world The second verse compares death to take-off in an airplane or spaceship.” Stream the track below, and expect Reverse of Mastery to be out July 24 via Exploding in Sound. You can pre-order it here. The sheriff’s department said in a statement that detectives had spoken with family members of the abandoned infant and had identified the child and the pregnant mother. The department provided no further details. The department said the infant, described as a girl between 7 and 9 months, was left at a store Tuesday evening in the 2000 block of Pacific Coast Highway by her pregnant mother. A store employee told deputies that a pregnant woman had walked into the store and placed the infant in a shopping cart. At some point, the woman left the store and got into a taxi, leaving the child behind in the shopping cart. The department released photos of the infant and the pregnant mother hoping that the public may recognize and identify them. Sheriff‘s officials said for now, the infant has been placed in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lomita Sheriff’s Station at (310) 539-1661. 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Climate & Environment World & Nation California Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating at-risk missing person He is a 43-year-old male White who was last seen on Aug on the 1900 block of Rolling Vista Drive in the city of Lomita Random Lengths is the Los Angeles harbor area's remaining independently owned progressive news magazine Contact us: letters@randomlengthsnews.com © Newspaper WordPress Theme by TagDiv California 90504">.css-56eu0z{width:1em;height:1em;display:inline-block;line-height:1em;-webkit-flex-shrink:0;-ms-flex-negative:0;flex-shrink:0;color:var(--chakra-colors-gray100);vertical-align:middle;fill:currentColor;}2104 Artesia Blvd Torrance Lots of restaurants let you grill your own meat but only Wagyu Butcher seats you in front of a master butcher from Osaka carving hunks of well-marbled Japanese beef like a sculptor with clay This low-key Torrance yakiniku spot has two omakase options at $50 and $70–both excellent deals–though the addition of freshly chopped beef tartare and Japanese A5 wagyu make the more expensive tier an easy yes Each unique cut dissolves in your mouth faster than the last which means your teeth are basically along for the ride The minimal counter space only has about 20 seats (and 10 grills) so come with a date and take turns flipping pieces of wagyu until they’re charred to your liking Just don’t take your eyes off the heat too long—the delicate slices cook faster than you think Japanese Hermosa Beach Ryla is the most exciting thing to happen to Hermosa Beach since the time Jack Black lived in the neighborhood Unlike most restaurants that sit 1000 feet from a coastline Ryla falls into the category of "Sexy Sit-Down Restaurant To Be Cool At." The candlelit dining room is loud enough for you to identify which R&B song is playing but not so loud that people wouldn’t notice you singing along And practically all of the Japanese-Taiwanese dishes at Ryla are worth braving the traffic on PCH for We especially like their Hokkaido milk bread and the Penicillin with tea-infused Japanese whiskey Come to Ryla if you’re looking to impress someone who will appreciate snacking on inventive seafood or sipping a couple rounds of top-notch cocktails 9.2Sushi Sonagi 1425 W Artesia Blvd Hermosillo Sushi Gardena This high-end sushi spot in Gardena has just 10 seats and is only open Friday to Sunday, but here’s the good news: their $230 omakase is well worth it. The minimalist Sonagi comes from the chef behind Katsu Sando (and Kura Sushi 19-course omakase here mixes traditional Japanese techniques with Korean touches and includes dishes like monkfish liver tarts with caviar cut rolls filled with silky soy-marinated crab and delicate sea trout sashimi rolled in toasted sesame seeds Snagging a reservation can take some patience How to get into Sushi Sonagi .css-a52oel{min-height:auto;margin-top:var(--chakra-space-4);}.css-orc1vi{font-family:var(--chakra-fonts-standard);font-weight:400;margin:var(--chakra-space-0);padding:var(--chakra-space-0);font-size:0.9375rem;line-height:1.6;font-style:normal;margin-bottom:var(--chakra-space-6);}10-seat Sonagi is only open Friday-Sunday Bookings require a deposit and are released 30 days in advance at midnight Sign up on their waitlist for any cancellations 7.9Ali'i Hawaiian GrillSeafood El Segundo This pint-sized poke counter in El Segundo understands a fundamental truth: Quality fish is king (they source theirs from the Honolulu Fish Auction) From succulent cubes of ginger soy ahi to a slightly wasabi-y ponzu salmon everything here tastes exactly like something you’d get from a Foodland poke counter in Hawai’i It comes with your choice of poke flavor and a generous serving of kalua pork over perfectly cooked sticky rice 8.5Sakae Sushi1601 W Redondo Beach Blvd Gardena Come any day of the week (except Mondays when they’re closed) and you’ll find a sizable crowd of parents and grandmas running errands all waiting in line outside Sakae Sushi family-run shop that’s been open since the ’60s hidden behind an office building in Gardena that serves simple handmade sushi wrapped up in beautiful white parchment paper and a green bow so you can try each kind of sushi on the menu There are bright yellow tamago maki enveloped in a fluffy sweet egg blanket and tongue-curdling sabazushi a bite-sized piece of pickled mackerel placed on a mound of vinegared rice 8.0Barsha1141 Aviation Boulevard Hermosa Beach Wine Bar Set back from the beach in a spacious Hermosa Beach shopping center under-the-radar restaurant that South Bay residents probably don’t want anyone outside of their zip code to know about it’s too charming (and reasonably priced) not to share: The food at this breezy with a good mix of small plates like falafel sliders and roasted cauliflower alongside larger shareable entrees like juicy lamb meatballs or a rich seafood stew And since the owners also run a wine shop nearby you’ll find a fantastically priced list that offers various-sized pours to suit however many people you’re drinking with 8.0Sushi Chitose402 S Pacific Coast Hwy Redondo Beach Redondo Beach affordable omakase in an almost impossible-to-spot building on PCH preferably at the bar where you can watch baseball behind the heads of the people preparing your fish you’ll get somewhere around 15 pieces of fish but you’ll probably end up asking for another piece of the fantastic 7.9Aunty Maile’sHawaiian Torrance the owners of Aunty Maile’s ran restaurants in Kona and Las Vegas spreading legit island cooking across the mainland like Johnny Appleseeds where they’ve become a local name for huge portions of dishes like chicken katsu loco moco and oxtail soup in a casual Though they also offer a few flavors of ahi poke Pick two proteins—we like the sweet-and-sticky furikake fried chicken and the meaty grilled kalbi—and they’ll load a plate (or takeout box) with rice and a big scoop of their peppery mac salad The sweet and sour spareribs on Tuesdays and beef stew on Saturdays are certified winners 8.5Al-NoorIndian Lawndale If In-N-Out is usually your first LA meal after landing at LAX That’s because this little restaurant between a cigar store and a Domino’s in Lawndale is home to the best Indian and Pakistani food in Los Angeles We have lost many hours of sleep thinking about their chicken korma And even if we had to travel hours in blistering we would gladly take the journey for a top-notch meal here 7.8Pollo A La Brasa VermontPeruvian Best known as the wood-roasted chicken spot that you can smell from a quarter-mile away, Pollo A La Brasa Vermont is the older sibling of the extremely popular Peruvian-style chicken spot in Koreatown, Pollo A La Brasa Western there's a huge glass wall in the kitchen where you can watch hundreds of golden chickens slowly roasting on spits or whole birds—which come with sides like fries or salad—are every bit as salty and juicy as you want the rotisserie chicken to be you may have to borrow a bottle of the spicy green aji sauce from the table next to you but it's what you should be smothering your chicken in anyway 8.4Coni'SeafoodMexican Inglewood Coni’Seafood isn’t just one of the best restaurants in Inglewood, it’s one of the most essential mariscos spots in all of Los Angeles The Mexican seafood specialist on the southern tip of the neighborhood is definitely a bit more expensive than other restaurants in the area but that’s the price you pay for some of the most delicious seafood in the city You can’t go wrong with any of the ceviches or aguachiles but the marlin tacos and whole snook need to hit the table or you can’t actually tell your friends you came here 7.8Gardena Bowl Coffee ShopDiner If you know the laws of eating food inside of bowling alleys you know to generally steer clear altogether Break that rule at Gardena Bowl Coffee Shop This tiny diner inside a neighborhood bowling alley has a very good menu of every American breakfast staple in the book but you’re here for their Hawaiian/Asian fusion dishes The kimchi bacon fried rice is excellent and we wish we were eating the Hawaiian Royal—a massive plate of eggs 8.3Jame EnotecaItalian Located in a downtown El Segundo strip mall Jame looks more like a Panera bread than a very legitimate Italian restaurant this tiny spot is home to some very good food Whether it be the giant plate of prosciutto the food at Jame is delicious across the board and everything outside of the big plates falls under $25 8.3Fishing With DynamiteManhattan Beach Fishing With Dynamite is a very small seafood spot with a handful of tables and one of the best raw bars in the city You will certainly be asked to wear shoes if you try to come in straight from the beach for crab cakes It’s a great spot for a date or an extravagant lunch but we especially love getting off a plane at LAX and waiting out the traffic here with multiple orders of Peruvian scallops 8.2MadreKaguraLunasia Dim Sum House Torrance2575 E Pacific Coast Hwy Torrance Dim Sum The Lunasia location in Torrance has become our favorite dim sum destination in the South Bay There’s just something great about kicking off your morning with plump pork buns crunchy shrimp rolls on their string-lit patio All of the ordering is done via the QR code at your table but the made-to-order dim sum dishes come so quickly Come with a group after 11am on weekends and there will almost certainly be a wait—the space is enormous so hang in there and you’ll probably be eating within 30 minutes 8.4OtafukuThe Arthur J903 Manhattan Ave Manhattan Beach Steaks The Arthur J is the Jeff Goldblum of steakhouses—we haven't met anyone yet who is immune to its charm The dark leather booths and sleek walnut ceilings inside this Manhattan Beach spot radiate laidback luxury the kind you'd usually find in a members-only supper club The steaks are cooked over a wood-fired grill Once you've decided which cut you want and sides to round out your red meat dream with a side of chimichurri and a little slab of foie gras right on top Keep this spot in mind when you want a steak dinner that feels both classic and cool without being too over the top 8.1Ayara ThaiThai Westchester Ayara Thai is a neighborhood staple in Westchester that also happens one of the city's best Thai restaurants outside of Thai Town The family-run spot has been cranking out tremendous classics like khao soi and pad see ew for years and they even sell their own Thai 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She says the church argues that the wall is inconsistent with Catholic teachings "which includes this principle of universality that all people are equal and need to be treated as such and provided with basic necessities of life and according to the teachings of the pope migration is an important piece of this." The next court battle will be over the government's plan to actually seize the land and start building Driving down the proposed path of the border wall there's an RV park where Texans come to enjoy the warmth in the winter There's also a riverside restaurant and a lot of farms and houses But there's also the constant presence of Customs and Border Protection The area encapsulates the debate over border security — specifically is a businessman and supporter of President Trump's proposed border wall "Our national security is at risk," he says He runs his construction business from his ranch He also met with President Trump when he was down here last month "When I asked President Trump to sign my name tag," he says and I just kind of reached out and started undoing my belt." digging around his pants in front of the president "Everybody kind of lost their head like whoa He was actually going for his rodeo championship buckle since he's a vocal supporter of the president's signature campaign promise he threw a barbecue for border patrol agents working without pay during the shutdown and I asked them their opinion of the wall," he says "Whether the mayors or local law enforcement want to say so They've never had [migrants] walk up on their doorstep at three in the morning begging for help." Awbrey says he got a lot of hate on social media He says those labels don't work on the border His wife is Latina and he speaks fluent Spanish And he's friends with Father Snipes — he was even baptized at La Lomita six months ago when he became a Catholic at his wife's request "Father Roy [Snipes] and I discussed this," Awbrey says "And he knows what side I stand on and he understands my views and I understand his as well You know Father Roy is a very compassionate man I love him to death and I'll do anything in the world for him." A bumper sticker on Father Roy Snipes' car You can stand on different sides of an issue and still respect each other Customs and Border Protection declined to comment for this story They did confirm that no work has begun yet on the Mission section of the border wall And 72-year-old Leonor Ochoa is sitting at the table enjoying the food and company "We live in a neighborhood where everyone shares," she says and all of us are coming together and sharing our tacos NPR's Francesca Paris produced this story for Digital Become an NPR sponsor owns and operates 34 stores under the El Tigre and Tex Best Travel Centers brands Do not sell my personal infoPrivacy PolicyCode of ConductContact UsRSS Edible Monterey Bay 2021 – Blame it on Peter Bargetto’s fascination with the grapes of his ancestors who hail from Piemonte Or blame it on a quirky obsession of one local viticulturist but there are Nebbiolo vines thriving in the Santa Cruz Mountains vineyard owner Mark Porter and I stopped to admire a little lily-padded lake just a few miles past Wrights Station Vineyards & Winery is a 12-acre vineyard named for this tiny lake discovered by Spanish explorers which roughly translates to Lake of the Low Broad Hill Porter tells me the name appears on all the USGS maps of the area that he’s seen It catches rain runoff: remember rain?  along with all the toys and props needed to support them this 44-acre property was once home to a vineyard that was originally planted in 1983 and then left to wild.  Wild is a verb here in the rugged mountains They began a massive clearing of the 44-acre property in 2013 involving backhoes and tractors and the expertise of a Watsonville-based land engineer the Porters began planting their 12-acre vineyard She figured land up there near the San Andreas faultline would be a good deal and besides she needed an escape from her crazy high tech world the ambitious among us just trade one kind of crazy for another It’s now one of the most popular Air BnB rentals searching for the meaning of lifers and full moon lovers in a beautiful home overlooking a block of Pinot Gris Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc climb up the hilly slopes on the western side and plantings of Nebbiolo and Sangiovese sit so stunningly different from the manner in which the other varieties are pruned Mark says they weren’t sure about the idea of Nebbiolo at first “Prudy said she’d failed at growing this variety at a couple of other sites ‘do we want to risk this?’ It took awhile for the Nebbiolo to mature Given that we’re almost always above the fog in the summer we’re able to give it all the sun and degree-days that it needs along with the cool evening winds blowing across the top of the fog layer in the evening The 2019 Soquel Vineyards Nebbiolo from Lago Lomita Vineyard won a Best of Class at the 2021 San Francisco Chronicle Competition Winemaker Peter Bargetto was clearly thrilled to find this fruit and to make something that resonated with the judges “The 2020 vintage of Nebbiolo is aging half in one-year-old barrels and half in new Gamba barrels with a rich mouthfeel and has enough depth to create warmth and creaminess.”  He says they’ve been doing egg white fining trials and will add four egg whites per barrel prior to bottling “One filtration will be enough to protect the integrity of this wine The structure is solid and it’s a wine built for the cellar The Porters just planted another 2 acres of Nebbiolo bringing them up to almost 3.5 acres total of the grape They now have two clones of the variety and are looking forward to seeing what Bargetto who currently gets their entire Nebbiolo crop They also recently planted another four acres total of Cabernet Franc and additional clones of Pinot Noir most of it goes to Soquel Vineyards and Wrights Station Dan Lokteff makes a Pinot Grigio and Cabernet Franc as a Lago Lomita vineyard designate under the Wrights Station label Lokteff also makes Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo You can purchase the wines on their website and at the Summit Store.  Foxx continues to scout for other sites in the Santa Cruz Mountains that might be ideal for Nebbiolo the grape whose name is derived from the Piemontese word for fog She’s a real devotee of the grape and she’s not alone: Fogarty Winery has two sites planted to Nebbiolo one at the estate where the winery is located and another at Gist Ranch winemaker Nathan Kandler makes a Nebbiolo that echoes all the hallmarks of Piemonte renditions: roses and a slightly brick orange rim in the glass.   2019 Beauregard Oeuf en Béton Pinot Noir – You wouldn’t expect a winemaker to do pinot in concrete which is the luscious essence of Chardonnay uncluttered by oak this pinot simply charms from the pink rose petal color to the lipsmacking finish of cherry pastilles You would be fooled into thinking it’s a rose carried along by a relentless river of acid the cherry candy keeps it lively and alluring.  2013 Kings Mountain “Bacchus” Pinot Noir – At a wonderful SCMWA wine dinner held at Armitage Winery former home of Heart Of The Mountain in Scotts Valley last Sunday I had the privilege of pouring two pinots from Kings Mountain in Woodside This 2013 isn’t going to calm down for decades so you can buy a lot of it and be sure it will outlast you columnist and judge who contributes regularly to Edible Monterey Bay Los Gatos Magazine and Wine Industry Network Her passion is telling stories about the intriguing characters who inhabit the fascinating world of wine and food Digital EditionText Edition our mission is to celebrate the local food cultures of Santa Cruz and that everyone has a right to healthful We think knowing where our food comes from is a powerful thing website and events will inspire readers to get to know and support our local growers EMB is one of 80+ magazines in the award-winning and beloved Edible Communities family We hope you enjoy all that we have to offer from renowned research institutions to esteemed community colleges students receive a rich blend of academic rigor and practical experience CSULB is a prominent public university offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs CSULB has grown tremendously over the years and now serves more than 30,000 students creating a vibrant and dynamic learning environment With its close ties to industries in Southern California CSULB offers students ample opportunities for internships Situated atop the bluffs overlooking Marina del Rey and Playa del Rey Loyola Marymount University is a private Catholic institution about 12 miles northwest of Lomita With its serene campus and close-knit community LMU offers a holistic educational experience The school is well-regarded for its programs in business a public university that has been serving the South Bay region of Los Angeles since its establishment in 1960 CSUDH offers students a variety of academic and professional development opportunities From business and humanities to the health sciences the 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Welcome to the beautiful city of Lomita, often referred to as the “Friendly City” in Los Angeles County A hidden treasure amidst the hustle and bustle of Southern California Lomita offers a vibrant lifestyle marked by rich culture If you've ever wondered what makes Lomita such an enchanting place to live read on to discover the charm this city beholds Lomita boasts a wide variety of unique dining options If you feel like driving for about 10 minutes you can get your morning caffeine fix from The Coffee Cartel swing by Rizzo's Pizzeria to taste their authentic wood-fired pizza that's a local favorite.  Step outside and embrace Lomita's abundant outdoor activities. Start your day with a refreshing morning walk at Lomita Park, an oasis amidst the urban landscape, complete with sports courts and a serene pond. The Lomita Railroad Museum is another gem offering a slice of history and a fun-filled day for railroad enthusiasts of all ages Pop into Lomita Bookstore for an eclectic selection of books and attend one of their author events to delve deeper into the literary world To add a dash of entertainment to your shopping spree Lomita Farmers Market hosts live music every week Lomita offers excellent educational and healthcare facilities The Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet School has a reputation for its strong curriculum while Torrance Memorial Medical Center is known for its world-class healthcare services like the annual Lomita Fair or Lomita's Summer Concert Series foster connections among residents and celebrate the city’s unique culture the Lomita Chamber of Commerce actively supports local businesses Lomita, California is more than just a place to live – it's a community where residents enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle where Southern California's charm meets a community-driven lifestyle Welcome Mickeymickey@disney.comManage MyDisney AccountLog OutFirefighters battle large apartment fire in LomitaVideo from the scene showed heavy flames and smoke coming from the roof of the building An investigation is underway after a large three-alarm fire ripped through an apartment building in Lomita.LOMITA (KABC) -- An investigation is underway after a large three-alarm fire ripped through an apartment building in Lomita Saturday in the 2100 block of Palos Verdes Drive North then a third-alarm was called around 8:30 p.m It took 150 firefighters nearly four hours to extinguish the flames Video from the scene showed heavy flames and smoke coming from the roof of the building It's unclear how many people had to be evacuated but no injuries were reported The apartment building borders the Green Hills Memorial Park Cemetery The cause of the fire was being investigated previously inhabited by Stanford’s Kappa Alpha (KA) fraternity will be reassigned as themed housing for the 2020-21 school year Vice Provost for Student Affairs Susie Brubaker-Cole announced this week the house will serve as the Cartographic Arts Academic Theme house “It’s a community we can trust to uphold the Standards of Excellence,” Brubaker-Cole wrote “You get 10 Greek houses when you earn 10 Greek houses.” This decision has been made following KA’s failed attempt to repeal their two-year loss of housing privileges to Provost Persis Drell and a student panel It’s out of our hands now,” commented KA President Chad Smith ’21 This transition is possible in part through collaboration with the Stanford Cartographic Society (SCS) Their student representatives worked with the university to “foster an environment of creativity and precision for the University’s map-making community,” according to the house’s new page on the ResEd website the house will no longer be searchable on Google Maps and will only be found on TreeMap The house is being outfitted with a drafting studio a single MacBook with publishing software and a map library containing antique maps and over 200 unique globes and events are prohibited to prevent spills “I really believe this choice reflects the wishes of the student body,” said a student in the SCS planning to move into the house next year ResEd is currently taking pre-assignment applications in anticipation of an overflow of potential residents The Daily is still hopeful in securing 550 Lasuen Editor’s Note: This article is purely satirical and fictitious All attributions in this article are not genuine and this story should be read in the context of pure entertainment only Contact Lana Tleimat at ltleimat ‘at’ stanford.edu Contact her at ltleimat 'at' stanforddaily.com University Academics Campus Life Graduate Students Business & Technology Equity Project Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports Screen Culture Music Reads Columnists Editorials Letters from the Editor Letters to the Editor Op-Eds Video Podcasts Cartoons Graphics Tech © 2025 THE STANFORD DAILY PUBLISHING CORPORATION Privacy Policy         Accessibility         Advertise Donate and support The Daily when you shop on Amazon SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — An 11-year-old boy was injured Thursday evening after being struck by a car while riding his bike in San Diego's Lomita neighborhood According to the San Diego Police Department Officers say the child crossed over the northbound lane and went onto the east sidewalk before turning back and leaving the sidewalk in a westerly direction A 37-year-old woman was driving her Hyundai Elantra in the northbound lane of 1300 Woodrow Ave when her car hit the child as he entered the lane from the sidewalk The boy sustained a fractured left femur and tibia SDPD says the woman was not injured and stayed at the scene after the crash She is not suspected of driving under the influence https://www.facebook.com/LALOMITAPARK1/ you’ll find an interesting assortment of buildings in what looks like regular ol’ residential neighborhood But every Sunday it suddenly becomes something a bit saucier Pepe Maldonado is the persona who has the persona to make La Lomita Park what it is “We have our own dances every Sunday,” Pepe said The peculiar dance hall is darn popular on Domingo it’s been open every single Sunday since Pepe built it back in 2000 But what makes this dance hall different from the rest is the type of tune you’ll get to take in “Conjunto music has got a different beat than the original Tejano or Norteno music,” according to Pepe “They basically use the same instruments we do but it’s a different beat and a different kind of music The sound of south Texas resonates off the walls of La Lomita as Pepe keeps a watchful eye on the reception of the serenade Irma his wife of 54 years takes the fee at the door while his son Joe does what he can to keep his Dad’s dream adrift So he built it and people started coming.” Now Pepe is no stranger to this particular kind of music “A lot of people recognize him because of his last name,” Joe said Pepe will clear the pipes and sing with other south Texas artists like Gilberto Perez and he gets a kick out of all the people running up to the stage to see him play,” Joe said Pepe was a popular Conjunto star in the 60s and his star power still pulls in the people I still get up there and sing and do what I used to do 40-50 years ago His daughter Diana makes some the darn best enchiladas we’ve ever had while Rosie gives gringos like me a few lessons on how to cut a rug to conjunto You can see you’re surrounded by some kids there.” This mixture of music with Mexican roots is blended in a melting pot method with sprinkles of Italian just about everything that’s gone into making south Texas what it is today It’s been said that dancing is way to find yourself and lose yourself Well at La Lomita Park you’ll definitely lose yourself to the music but you will also find yourself in the friendly faces fixated on continuing a family tradition that happens to be a terrific part of Texas culture and have a good time every Sunday.,” Joe said Fernando chatted with us virtually from his home in Ensenada but canceled and postponed to 2021 because of the pandemic Unsurprisingly, Fernando says the valle has been hurting. He closed La Lomita’s tasting rooms, as well as Lunario—the winery’s new restaurant that had just opened last fall—for nearly four months They managed to keep their employees on payroll and have since been able to reopen at a limited capacity Fernando says they miss the regulars from Southern California who appreciate the valle and its vintners we also learned a lot about the ins and outs of exporting wine from the valle to California that small businesses in Mexico don’t have access to any kind of government assistance Thank you for listening! As always, we want to hear from our listeners. Do you have a question for Troy? Need a recommendation for takeout? Is there a guest you want us to book on the show? Let us know! 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