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Senator María Elena Durazo Shares Key Initiatives for Alhambra
Yesterday, California State Senator María Elena Durazo, who represents Alhambra as part of SD 26, spoke to community members about her work in the State Senate at the Alhambra Chamber’s…
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Alhambra FD to Host Open House & Pancake Breakfast
To wrap up National Fire Prevention Week, the Alhambra Fire Department welcomes all Alhambra residents and neighbors to its Open House & Pancake Breakfast, held from 9 am to 12…
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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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Granada Park Playground Closed for Renovations
Starting Monday, October 7, sections of Granada Park at 2000 W Hellman Ave will be closed for renovations to the playground. According to the City of Alhambra, the playground and…
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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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Alhambra Fire Department Launches First-Ever Mandarin CERT Program in San Gabriel Valley
The Alhambra Fire Department is proud to announce the launch of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training offered in Mandarin, a first in the city and the San Gabriel Valley….
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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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Pop’s Fresh Mediterranean Holds Soft Opening
From the owners of AWSOM Wings Pizza & Burgers comes Pop’s Fresh Mediterranean, a new restaurant bringing Mediterranean food to Alhambra. AWSOM (formerly “Alondra’s Hot Wings”) is an Alhambra icon…
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Alhambra Residents Report Power Outages
Earlier today, residents in Alhambra reported losing power throughout the city. The Alhambra Police Department shared on social media that Southern California Edison is aware of the issue and is…
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10 Freeway Partially Closed Between Alhambra and El Monte
The 10 Freeway will be partially closed this week to allow crews to fix a concrete barrier between Alhambra and El Monte. The closure will last between Tuesday, Sept. 3,…
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Chamber View: Hope To See You Around Alhambra!
By Maria Gao, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President As the brand new board chair of the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, I now have been given the honor of taking up…
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The 2024 Guide to Dining in Alhambra
By Nancy Liu, Editor Whether you’re a local resident or just passing through, the 2024 Restaurant Guide is here to help you navigate the rich culinary landscape in Alhambra. From…
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Celebrating Alhambra’s Culinary Charm
By Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez Hello fellow Alhambrans and friends, As your Mayor, there are countless reasons I’m proud to represent our vibrant city. But today, I want to shine…
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Who’s Running For City Council District Four?
Current Mayor and Councilperson of the Fourth District Sasha Renée Pérez will not be running for reelection in the upcoming Municipal Election on November 5, as she is instead running…
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Alhambra Community Projects Receive $1.7 Million From Community Project Funding Program
Key community projects in Alhambra recently received a total of $1.7 million in funding from the Community Project Funding (CPF) program, thanks to efforts by Congresswoman Judy Chu. The Multimodal…
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Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2024 is from October 15 through December 7
During this time, you can change your Medicare plan coverage, and your changes will take effect on January 1, 2025. Here are some things to consider before open enrollment: Review…
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Tax Tips: Energy Credits
By Michael Aston, E.A.Alhambra Tax Center Energy Credits Homeowners who make improvements like replacing old doors and windows, installing solar panels, or upgrading a hot water heater may qualify for home…
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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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Are Dental X-rays Safe?
X-rays have been used in dentistry for over a century. Along with a visual mouth examination, they provide your dentist with a more complete view of what’s happening under the…
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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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World of Music Invites Students to Enjoy Learning and Performing
Opening its doors in August, World of Music pays homage to Pedrini Music, a beloved music school in Alhambra that founder Ernesto Molina frequented in his youth. Today, the new…
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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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Emmaus Lutheran School and Preschool Begins the New School Year with Exciting Additions
As the new school year kicks off, Emmaus Lutheran School and Preschool in Alhambra is thrilled to announce several new additions that are sure to enhance the educational experience for…
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Ramona Convent Celebrates 135 Years of Excellence in Educating Young Leaders
Principal Alberto Chavarria and President Sr. Kathleen Callaway met with Associated Student Body Leaders for a strategy session at the start of the school year Ramona Convent, a rigorous college-prep…
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Happy Retirement, Rev. J. Craig Statton!
After 12 years of devoted service at Atherton, Rev. J. Craig Statton will retire as Chief Executive Officer on September 30, 2024. Atherton, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that…
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Soroptimsts Install 2024-2025 Board Of Officers
New President, Julie Carlson, receives Certificate of Congressional Recognition from U.S. Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-28). On June 19, 2024, Soroptimists of Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino conducted their 2024-2025 Board…
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AUSD’s Induction Welcomes our Newest Educators
On August 5, the Alhambra Unified School District and the Alhambra Teachers Association warmly welcomed the newest group of AUSD teachers to our district. Throughout the 2024-25 school year, the…
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AHS Senior Among Students Selected for Summer Leadership Program
Congratulations to Alhambra High School junior Keiko Rakin (pictured far left, front row), who was one of 18 juniors and seniors selected to be part of Assemblymember Mike Fong’s Young…
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Alhambra Unified Spotlights Employees of the Year at Opening Day Meeting
One of the highlights of the Alhambra Unified School District’s annual All-Staff Opening Meeting is the celebration of the Employees of the Year. This year, the district honored three exceptional…
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Transitional Kindergarten Program Expands to ALL Alhambra Unified Elementary Campuses
This year is the first year AUSD is offering TK classes at all our elementary campuses. The entire group of TK teachers and assistants met together on August 9 for…
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Game Changer Recognition Seeks Nominations of Outstanding AUSD Staff Members
AUSD continues the tradition of honoring its employees through the Game Changer recognition program. Alhambra Unified School District is proud to continue celebrating the exceptional contributions of its staff members…
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High School Drama Departments Gear Up for Fall Productions
This fall, mark your calendars, grab your tickets, and support our talented young performers as they bring the magic of live theatre to life. The fall season is about to…
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AUSD’s Board of Education expands as Keiko Rakin Officially Assumes Role as the New Student Board Member
Alhambra High School junior Keiko Rakin took her Oath of Office on August 27 and now officially serves as Alhambra Unified School District’s Student Board Member for the 2024-2025 school…
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Stronger Together: The Power of Parent Involvement through AUSD’s PTAs
All PTAs are currently accepting memberships for the 2024-2025 school year. Each member of your household can become a member and give back to these worthwhile organizations. One of the…
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AHS Thespians Annual Haunted House Returns with “Nightshade Manor”
“Nightshade Manor” is open to all members of the public and is a perfect kick-off to the Halloween season. However it will feature special effects makeup and scary themes. It…
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AUSD Student Support Services Prioritizes Community Outreach; Joins APD at National Night Out
Alhambra Unified School District’s Student Support Services (SSS) division is always busy at the beginning of each school year. One of their traditions is to join the Alhambra Police Department…
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A Year of Service and Growth: Reflections from AUSD’s First-Ever Student Board Member
Justin Wang, AHS Class of 2024 graduate and AUSD’s former student board member, is now a student at UC Berkeley where he continues to seek leadership opportunities and find ways…
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AUSD and ATA Launch New Community Food Pantry
These are just a few of the volunteers and staff members who worked behind the scenes to successfully launch the new AUSD/ATA Community Food Pantry on August 7, 2024. In…
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Celebrating the First Day of School in AUSD
Thank you to the many AUSD staff members and families who submitted photos as part of the #AUSDFirstDay campaign. We received well over 200 submissions this year! This collage features…
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Alhambra Farmers Market Celebrates 40 Years
By Nancy Liu, Editor Watermelons, bok choy, orchids, honey. These are just a few of the fresh farm goods you can find at the Alhambra Farmers Market on 2nd St…
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Alhambra High School Alum Keeps on Making Good
By Glenn Barnett In the May issue of Around Alhambra, mention was made of actor Ke Huy Quan as a ‘Distinguished Alumnae’ of Alhambra High School for winning an Academy…
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Boost Water Efficiency and Save with Free Smart Irrigation Retrofits This Fall
By Mark Paulson, President, Board of Directors and Steve Placido, Vice President, Board of Directors; San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District As the hot weather sticks around this summer, water…
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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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Local Sports News from AUSD High Schools
2024 Varsity Football If you don’t have anything to do on a Friday evening, go out and support your favorite local high school football team. Games began on August 23…
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Alhambra Historical Society to Present “Swinging for the Fences — Alhambra’s Baseball Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner” on Sept 26
Join Alhambra Historical Society at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024, as they present their fall program “Swinging for the Fences — Alhambra’s Baseball Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner.”…
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11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival is Coming to Downtown Alhambra
Get ready, Alhambra! The Downtown Alhambra Business Association and the City of Alhambra are excited to present the 11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival on Sunday, October 27,…
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Welcome to AroundAlhambra.org
Dear Readers of Around Alhambra, Welcome to the Around Alhambra website! We’re excited to bring Around Alhambra online and to share more news, events, and updates from our community with…
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Alhambra Welcomes Sasha Renée Pérez for Second Term as Mayor
The Alhambra City Council swore in Sasha Renée Pérez as mayor for her second term on June 24. Katherine Lee was sworn in as vice mayor and outgoing mayor Ross…
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City’s First Permanent Dog Park Coming Soon to Alhambra
Following the success of the “Paw-Pup Dog Park” last fall, the Alhambra City Council decided at its regular meeting on June 24 to move forward with plans for a permanent…
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Inaugural AUSD Delegation Launches South Korean Educators Exchange Adventure
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Summer usually marks a time for teachers to slow down their pace and decompress after a year of hard work and dedication. But…
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Assemblymember Mike Fong Honors Five Outstanding Alhambra Unified Educators
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Assemblymember Mike Fong recently honored 16 outstanding educators from the San Gabriel Valley, including five of AUSD’s very own. The honored educators from…
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AUSD and Every School in our District Voted as a San Gabriel Valley Readers Choice Award Recipient
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District In an affirmation of AUSD’s connection with its community, the readers of the Southern California News Group have voted AUSD as San Gabriel…
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AUSD Seniors Celebrate at Rose Bowl Stadium
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District For the fourth time, Pasadena’s iconic Rose Bowl served as the location for the graduation ceremonies of Alhambra High School, Mark Keppel High…
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AUSD will Host Safety Town Hall Ahead of New School Year
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District The community is invited to AUSD’s virtual School Safety Town Hall on Thursday, August 8. Families, students and staff members are encouraged to…
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Brightwood School’s Generosity Shines for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Prior to the pandemic, Brightwood teacher Tina Young launched a project with her seventh-grade students in which they folded origami cranes in the…
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Summer Student Training Focuses of Leadership and Team Building Skills
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Thirty-eight AUSD high school students started their summer with an intensive two-day leadership and team-building program. On May 30 and 31, they made…
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Game Changer Recognition Program Continues in 2024-25
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District AUSD is excited to announce the continuation of our Game Changer employee recognition program for the upcoming school year. As in previous years,…
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Plan Ahead for the 2024-25 School Year
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Stay ahead this school year! Mark your calendar with these important dates and subscribe to our online calendar at ausd.us for automatic updates…
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Spanish Dual Immersion Program Celebrates Students’ Biliteracy Milestones
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District Fremont’s auditorium was filled with excitement on May 13 as students in the Spanish Dual Immersion program, their families, and teachers gathered together…
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AUSD Announces Members of the 2024-25 Student Advisory Council
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District AUSD is proud to unveil the members of its 2024-2025 Student Advisory Council (SAC), composed of twelve outstanding students – one from each…
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Induction Participants Celebrate Completion of Year 1 or 2 of their Program
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District On May 16th, AUSD congratulated teachers who completed Year 1 or Year 2 of their Induction program. A travel-themed celebration marked this culmination…
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Share Your First Day of School Photos with AUSD!
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District The first day of the 2024-25 school year will be here before you know it, and AUSD is once again inviting our students,…
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AUSD Celebrates Excellence in Automotive Technology
Provided by the Alhambra Unified School District The district’s annual Automotive Technicians’ Awards Night was held on Thursday, May 9th. It was the 55th annual awards night to celebrate students…
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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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Catalyst San Gabriel Valley Serves Youths, Families, and Schools in Need
Jesse Chang loves to create things. One of his more recent creations is the educational garden at Marguerita Elementary School, which he started along with members of the community through…
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San Gabriel Alumna Elected to International Volleyball Hall of Fame
By Terry Lawton Sue Lemaire was elected into the International Volleyball Hall of Fame in Holyoke, Massachusetts, with an upcoming induction on October 19. Sue is a 1966 graduate of…
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Alhambra Historical Society Annual Meeting Highlights Museum Digitization Project
By Joyce Amaro, Alhambra Historical Society On the evening of June 4, the Alhambra Historical Society met at the beautiful Iona Work Spaces (1500 West Alhambra Road, Alhambra, CA 91801)…
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Challenging Economy Makes Restaurants Feel the Squeeze in Alhambra
Beloved Alhambra restaurants with great quality, fresh ingredients and delicious food are struggling to remain open. They’re familiar community favorites, but the cost of operating a business in Southern California…
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All Around Town: ‘Mr. Alhambra’ Larry Stevens turns 100 this month
By Glenn Barnett What are the qualifications to be Mr. Alhambra? Consider this. Larry Stevens was born in Alhambra in July of 1924. He was enrolled in the first kindergarten…
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Summering with Seniors
From the Desk of Rev. Craig Statton Southern California has certainly delivered on its wonderful weather so far this year. The spring was mild; the mornings were cool, and the…
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Restaurants Exempt from California’s Hidden Fees Legislation
After a last-minute decision from Gov. Gavin Newsom, restaurants in California are now exempt from new rules barring hidden fees like credit card surcharges. The law, SB 478, went into…
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11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival Is Coming To Downtown Alhambra
By the Downtown Alhambra Business Association Downtown Alhambra Business Association and the City of Alhambra proudly bring you the 11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run 10K, 5K, and 1K, and the…
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Ask Dr. Dara: Do you need to replace the missing back tooth?
By Dr. Dara Gashparova, Advanced Dentistry Alhambra Q: I had a molar removed. Do I need to replace it since it is in the back, and no one really sees…
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Local Sports News from AUSD High Schools: July/August
By Mike Koski, President, Alhambra High School Sports Hall of Fame Committee 2024 Varsity Baseball I wrote an article here in December about Jacob Rodriguez, the deaf player on the…
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Exciting Summer Adventures Await Preschoolers at Emmaus
By Emmaus Lutheran Preschool Nestled next to the serene Almansor Park, Emmaus Lutheran Preschool offered an exceptional summer program for children ages three to five. The preschool boasts large, beautiful…
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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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Alhambra, City of Immigrants, Ratifies June 2024 as Immigrant Heritage Month Together With Dream Resource Center at Alhambra High
As of 2022, 46.2% of Alhambra residents were born outside of the country — over three times the national average of 13.6%. Even within California, the state with the highest…
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Choosing Between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage
By Katherine Yu Simms, Medicare Insurance Agent People with Medicare can get their health coverage through either Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage Plan (also known as a Medicare private…
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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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Ramona Convent Commencement Honoring the Class of 2024
By Veronica Fernandez, Ramona Convent Ramona Convent Seniors were celebrated with a beautiful traditional ceremony. The sun shone brightly as did the spirit of our graduates, families, and friends. Ramona…
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Reducing Stress for First Time College Students
By Herman Whitaker, Platt College – Alhambra Congratulations! You made it and yes it happened. You are a new high school graduate. As a dad of twins who are new…
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Soroptimist Veronica Thee Service Awards Recognizes SGV Students for Outstanding Community Service
Soroptimist of Alhambra, San Gabriel, and San Marino had their 2024 Veronica Thee Service Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, June 5, at the San Gabriel Hilton. Five high school senior girls…
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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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Summer is Here! Where to Beat the Heat Around Alhambra
Following a brutal, extended heatwave over the Fourth of July weekend and dangerously high temperatures across much of California, summer temperatures won’t let up again until October. What should be…
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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…