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Accessible Housing Grows in Alhambra Thanks to Related California
If you’ve driven down Chapel Avenue recently, you might’ve passed Lantern Terrace near the Main St intersection without knowing what it was. The apartment complex, a 44-unit building with studio,…
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New Development Groups Bring More Housing to Alhambra
When you think of real estate development, it’s easy to imagine huge development companies building high-rise towers and million-dollar properties, but it can sometimes be a small family business instead….
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The Trick to Retiring Early? Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is the most important thing they don’t teach you about in school — until now. California recently passed a bill requiring all high schools to offer a personal…
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Make Memories Instead of Waste
The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness and giving. It’s also a season with more shopping and waste, putting pressure on family budgets and recycling and trash carts….
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Third Places on the Rise in Alhambra
When you’re not at work or home, where do you go? That’s the question third places are trying to answer. The term “third places” was coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg,…
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Chamber View: Greeting the Season with Great Expectations
It’s the most wonderful time of the year if YOU make it so! For many of our community members, the gift giving season is a time to express what others…
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Taxpayers Advocate
The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the IRS. Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) protects taxpayers’ rights by striving to ensure that all taxpayers are treated fairly and know and understand…
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How is Car Insurance Calculated?
How do car insurance companies determine rates? Car insurance rates are generally determined by assessing the amount of risk being insured by the policy. Risk is calculated by using the probability of a particular…
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Alhambra Sky Zone is Number One in the Country
When Greg Olbrich and Mohammed Zia opened a Sky Zone trampoline park in Alhambra earlier this year, they didn’t expect to become the top Sky Zone in the country in…
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Celebrating 70 Years of Tom’s Uniforms in Alhambra
Tom’s Uniforms is a landmark business in Alhambra, having served the San Gabriel Valley since 1954. It has clothed generations of families from Alhambra and all across SGV as it…
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Michelin-recognized Sichuan Impression is Our Restaurant of the Year
Sichuan Impression excels in Sichuan cuisine, and its impressive menu has been recognized by Michelin and the LA Times. In fact, this year, it was included on the Michelin Guide…
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Starbucks Fuels Corporate Citizenship in Alhambra
Starbucks is a global brand, but holds a special place in the Alhambra community. With two locations in Alhambra, it has been a key supporter of community initiatives and programs…
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Meet The Family Business Behind Auto Row: New Century Autos
At the Alhambra Chamber’s 2024 President’s Awards, New Century Autos was recognized with the Community Investment Award thanks to its continued investment in the Alhambra community. This year, New Century…
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Nucleus Gallery Sets the Example in Business Marketing
At the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 President’s Awards, Nucleus Gallery was honored with the “Best in Marketing” title. Nucleus Gallery is one of LA’s only art galleries devoted to…
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Happy Humble Hub’s Grand Opening Brings Dozens of Small Businesses to Alhambra
Happy Humble Hub, located at 117 East Main Street, is opening its doors today, giving dozens of small businesses a marketplace to showcase their products in Alhambra. Founded by Huong…
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What You’re Missing About Their Kitchens and Careers: Five Restaurant Owners Share Their Passion
Aloha Food FactoryCassandra and Aaron Liu Q: What’s the story behind your restaurant opening?We got into the restaurant business because my fiance, Aaron, has a passion for home cooking and…
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Alhambra: You Deserve A Break Today
By Gary Frueholz, Engel & Voelkers Real Estate “You deserve a break today” is one of the most successful and profitable slogans in the history of advertising. The catchphrase captured…
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Michelin Guide 2024 Drives Locals to Enjoy World-Class Alhambra Eateries
How far would you drive for good food? In Alhambra, we have world-class restaurants only minutes away. Alhambra has six restaurants currently on the Michelin Guide, spanning from a dim…
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Cricket Party Services Brings the Party to You
When Juan and Julio Colis were young, their father had a stroke. His left side was paralyzed and he would get tremors that would only calm down when he heard…
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Reach Media Says: Go Big on Social Media
Move over, Yelp. Instagram is where younger generations are finding new businesses and deciding where to eat, shop, and hang out today. Vertical video has taken over the screens of…
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Life Insurance at Every Age
By Regina Talbot, Talbot Insurance Agency If you’re wondering when to get life insurance, there’s no better time than today. Let’s take a look at how your life insurance needs…
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Summer Energy Savings Programs to Manage Your Bill
The heat is on, and customers in most of Southern California Edison’s service area are contending with soaring summer temperatures . As temperatures increase, so does the use of air…
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How Does a Home Insurance Deductible Work?
As you begin looking for a homeowners, condo, or renters insurance policy to help protect your investment, knowing your choices for the deductible is important.
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Tax Tips: Newlyweds Tax Checklist
Summer wedding season has arrived, and newlyweds can make their tax filing easier by doing a few things now.
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Affordable Updates to Your Home
There are cost-effective ways to enhance and update your home. Typically, I encounter these issues when helping prepare a client’s home for sale. But these improvements can be performed anytime to increase the livability and enjoyment of your home.
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How Does the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District Help Alhambra?
By Mark Paulson, President, Board of Directors, Division I – Alhambra, San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District I’ve served on the board of directors for the San Gabriel Valley Municipal…
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TNT Mailboxes & Shipping Wants Alhambra to be the Core of Mailing Services in San Gabriel Valley
With I-10 to the south and the 110 to the north, Alhambra is primed for both local and interstate travel. That’s exactly why Tony Lau opened TNT Mailboxes & Shipping…
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Chamber View: Summer is a Season of Change in Alhambra
By John Bwarie, CEO at the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce This summer, change is coming to Alhambra, and our community is better for it. We continue to see new businesses…