Articles from the March 26, 2020 edition


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  • Culver City Resident Dies of Coronavirus

    Mar 26, 2020

    On Sunday the Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed that a Culver City resident has died from the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual who died was older than 65 with underlying health conditions. Neither the gender nor name of the deceased were revealed. Because there are positive cases across the entire County, the public is advised they should not think one location is safer than the other. Additional information regarding some of the new cases are pending completion of investigations. Over the last 48 hours there...

  • Citywide Coronavirus Update From City Hall

    Mar 26, 2020

    From the Offices of John Nachbar, City Manager The City of Culver City continues to cooperate with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to respond to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Los Angeles County. For previous updates, please visit the City's Coronavirus webpage. Para leer esta información en español, por favor visite la página web de Coronavirus de la ciudad. ________________________________________ Ta...

  • Culver City Apple Employee Tests Positive for Coronavirus

    Mar 26, 2020

    An Apple employee at its Culver City campus has tested positive for coronavirus and is under self-quarantine at home. It is the second confirmed case of the virus in the city. On Friday, Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook said the tech giant is Apple is moving to flexible work arrangements. It is also closing all retail stores, where the situation has started to improve. “In our workplaces and communities, we must do all we can to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Apple will be temporarily closing all stores outside of Greater China until March 27 a...

  • Fox Hills Residents Offer Help During Crisis

    Mar 26, 2020

    During the Coronavirus crisis the Fox Hills Neighborhood Association has called on the residents of Fox Hills to offer assistance. They point out that, “Each of our condo/apartment buildings in Fox Hills is a community unto itself. If you know of anyone within your building that is alone or might need special help during this time, please check in on them neighbors. How to help: • Prescription pick-up • Food/supply assistance to the best of your ability • Check in intermittently to give them moral support and to combat loneliness • Any other...

  • Culver Police Office Lobby Closed

    Mar 26, 2020

    The Front Lobby & Records Section of the Culver City Police Office Headquarters is closed to the public for non-emergent business. Please read for more information. In response to additional guidance received by federal, state and local public health officials, the Culver City Police Department is adapting to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus. It is still our first priority to provide the highest level of safety and service while preserving the health of both our personnel and...

  • City Hall Should Have Acted Sooner

    Letters|Mar 26, 2020

    Dear City Manager, Council Members, Chief Bixby, I was shocked to see the school open till Friday late afternoon, as I was shocked to see Most of you mishandling cases and make residents come to City Hall as you were not responding to e-mails, calls, and calls. Your delayed response or your unprofessional handling of known cases isn't helping me as resident to be safe and to promote healthy lifestyle. Can you please listen to valid concerns about the homeless and other stuff? Selam Alem Culver...

  • J.C. Penney, Macy's Close Westfield Culver City

    Mar 26, 2020

    J. C. Penney Company, Inc. followed Macy's by one day in closing all stores nationwide today in response to the evolving global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. "With the effects of the outbreak being felt more each day, our primary concern and area of focus is and has been on the health and safety of our associates, our customers, and our communities," said Jill Soltau, chief executive officer of JCPenney. "We know this is a critical, unprecedented time and our thoughts are with those who have...

  • First Case of COVID-19 in Culver City

    City Managers Office, Culver City City Hall|Mar 26, 2020
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    Preliminary test results indicate that one Culver City resident has tested positive for COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus disease 2019. Cases are considered presumptive until the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the results. The City does not know the source of exposure and whether it was through the community or exposure to an individual known to have COVID-19. A second individual was in close contact with the positive resident and has also exhibited...

  • The Chargers Reload in Free Agency

    Bill Seals, Sports Reporter|Mar 26, 2020

    After the release of several veteran players this off-season, including quarterback Philip Rivers, it appeared that the Los Angeles Chargers were rebuilding for the future. Any thoughts along those lines ended last week with the signing of three key veteran free agents. The Chargers added cornerback Chris Harris, right tackle Bryan Bulaga and defensive tackle Linval Joseph. All three players will be 31 years old at the start of the regular season. The addition of Harris, a nine-year veteran...

  • Four Centaurs Sign Football Scholarships

    Greg goodyear and Larry Weiner|Mar 26, 2020

    During the early signing period for NCAA football, Culver City High School had two outstanding athletes sign with Division 1 programs. Corner and slot receiver Khary Crump signed with the University of Arizona, and wide receiver and defensive back Chris Miller signed with Sacramento State. In the more recent late signing period, wide receiver Tanner Duve was offered a grant-in-aid to the University of Pennsylvania of the Ivy League, and offensive lineman Blake Kneebone was offered a scholarship...

  • POLICE BLOTTER

    Mar 26, 2020

    Thursday Mach 5 at noon, officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Slauson and Sepulveda Blvd. probable cause was developed to search the vehicle and 132 pounds of marijuana was recovered. Two suspects were placed under arrest for transportation of marijuana. Friday March 6 at 2:20pm, officers observed a subject smoking methamphetamine from a glass pipe in the 3800 block of Globe Avenue. The subject who was on Parole was placed under arrest for possession of a controlled substance and a Parole violation. Friday March 6 at 4:10pm,...

  • How to Pay Your Water Bill

    Mar 26, 2020

    In an effort to protect customers and employees from the spread of COVID-19, Golden State Water announced it will temporarily close public access to all local customer service offices, beginning Tuesday, March 17. The offices are expected to remain closed through April 30. During the temporary closure period, customers will still have 24-hour access to speak with customer service representatives by phone at (800) 999-4033) and email (customerservice@gswater.com). Additionally, Golden State Water offers multiple options for customers to pay...

  • Toscana Finke Performs in Hamilton College Spring Dance Concert

    Mar 26, 2020

    Toscana Finke, of Culver City , recently performed in the Hamilton College Dance and Movement Studies Department's annual spring dance concert. The performance was choreographed by Hamilton faculty Elaine Heekin, Sandra Stanton-Cotter, Bruce Walczyk, and Paris Wilcox, along with guest choreographer Ashely McQueen of Smashworks Dance in New York. Music featured included pieces by Martin Kohlstedt, Werner Niedermeier and Gareth Whitehead, v e n n, Codex Festivus, the London Symphony Chorus, and others. Finke, a sophomore majoring in dance and...

  • Lakers Statement on Nets Players Positive Coronavirus Tests

    Mar 26, 2020

    The following statement was issued Wednesday by the Los Angeles Lakers: "Today we were made aware that four players on the Brooklyn Nets have tested positive for COVID-19. "We have been in immediate contact with our players and basketball operations staff members since being made aware of this development. "Given the exposure risks from our game against the Nets on March 10th, we are following the next steps of our COVID-19 procedures and protocol that are established in consultation with...

  • The Coronavirus Stops Successful Sports Season at The High School

    Steve Finley, Sports Editor|Mar 26, 2020

    The coronavirus has turned the world upside down and the sports world in America was thrown a breaking curve ball that has put fans at the edge of their seats, even if those seats are at home and not inside a stadium. At Culver City High School spring sports was blossoming into a beautiful flower that turned into a coronavirus cactus. Here are the records for some the spring teams before their seasons were put on hold. The baseball team was 9-4 overall and 2-1 in Ocean league play. Girls'...

  • Culver City High School Sports Excels in The Classroom

    Steve Finley, Sports Editor|Mar 26, 2020

    Everyone in Southern California knows Culver City High School has one of the most efficacious sports programs in the state but what they may not know is they are very successful in the classroom. According to the latest statistics released by the school the 2019-2020 school year produced some very impressive grade point averages in 23 sports and that includes cheerleading which is classified as a sports by the CIF Southern Section. Here is a list of the sports and the GPA’s. FALL 1. 3.67 G...

  • Centaurs Named to All-CIF teams in Football and Soccer

    Steve Finley and George Laase|Mar 26, 2020

    Although high school sports has been put on hold due to the Coronavirus Pandemic the Culver City varsity football team, the girls soccer team and the boys soccer team placed eight players on the All-CIF fall and winter teams it was announced last week by the CIF Southern Section office. Making the All-CIF teams is a prestigious honor that not only recognizes the individual accomplishments of the players but it also in many cases signifies that the team they played for was also successful. Five...

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