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TREES IN BLOOM 
This isn’t one of those springs when the hills are covered in a vivid profusion of wildflowers. The Santa Monica Mountains have received just a fraction of the average rainfall for the season. Hot weather is already arriving, drying...
SAVING THE COAST 
The Trump Administration is taking aim at the California Coastal Commission, and according to a recent New York Times article, the President may have an ally in California Governor Gavin Newsom. The Times headline states “Trump and Newsom Find...
Mission Impossible U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 
If it’s dangerous, difficult, or downright impossible and it involves American infrastructure, disaster recovery, or water resources, there’s a good chance the US Army Corps of Engineers will be the ones called in to deal with it, sometimes with...
Malibu Reeling 
The Malibu stretch of Pacific Coast Highway turns 100 next year. It’s strange to know its centennial will begin with a third of the houses, businesses, landmarks that have built up along this road over the past century almost...
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Community Reports 

Topanga Community Center In the wake of the devastating Palisades fires, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible first responders, firefighters, and volunteers who worked tirelessly to protect our community. Your bravery, dedication, and teamwork have...
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Coping by Helping 

Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The day had aspired to be like any other. Instead, dawn ushered in a mere shadow of normalcy as the Palisades Fire took hold in Topanga. Despite evacuation orders, many canyon dwellers stayed behind—some out...