Category: Current Posts

April 15, 2020

From the Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs, Office of Small Business:

Wed., April 15th, 2020 – We are pleased to announce that yesterday the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted a motion to establish the LA County COVID-19 Relief Fund which directs the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) to develop and implement a loan and grant fund by April 21st. The motion also directs DCBA to move swiftly to infuse additional capital into Los Angeles County.

To that end, DCBA is seeking your support with a time-sensitive action item.  Read more... (360 words, estimated 1:26 mins reading time)

April 14, 2020

In response to small businesses affected by COVID-19, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has created the Small Business Recovery Loan Program, administered by the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA).

The Small Business Recovery Loan Program provides easy to access, timely, and sufficient financial relief to small businesses that are most impacted by an acute downturn in revenue caused by an unforeseen emergency outside their immediate control. This program will ensure businesses can keep their employees and businesses afloat during this time of economic hardship and prevent a chain reaction of reduced spending, inability to pay bills, job losses, or even closure.  Read more... (354 words, 1 image, estimated 1:25 mins reading time)

April 13, 2020

Last week The Easy Reader laid off the entire staff but continues to publish the free weekly paper.

They will publish a limited run each week available only at certain locations. There will be no home delivery. Locations where the paper will be delivered are posted at https://easyreadernews.com/.

April 12, 2020

If you feel like taking a drive today, stop by the Homechella & Stagecouch installations in El Segundo.

The installation is presented by LAB Creative Designs to brighten your day!

*DRIVE BY ONLY* They say to drive by at night because it’s lit up and looks really cool! Stay safe and enjoy!

Located in the 100 block of Virginia Street near Chevron in El Segundo.

April 12, 2020

Happy Easter, everybody!!!

No, we can’t celebrate as we normally would, getting together with family, friends, and congregation…. but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t celebrate!

By all means, dress in your Sunday best – don’t forget a FABULOUS hat – and watch an Easter service on TV. Then play some music that makes you happy and cook or order out a delicious brunch (washed down with Mimosas or Bloody Marys, of course). Afterward, call, Zoom, Skype or Facetime your loved ones and friends, near and far, and do some catching up.  Read more... (185 words, 1 image, estimated 44 secs reading time)

April 11, 2020

The City of Torrance is proud to have a community that wants to help those in need.

The best way for you to contribute your time, monetary, or in-kind donations is by partnering up with one of our Torrance Based Non-Profit Organizations.

Visit Torrance Cares Connection at https://www.cityoftorranceca.com/tcconnections.html to find the Torrance non-profit that matches your donation.

April 11, 2020

This video is from all our friends in Riviera Village!

April 11, 2020

REGIONAL MESSAGE ON COVID-19 THREAT – ALERT SOUTH BAY CITIES – JOINT INFORMATION CENTER – KEY MESSAGES

1. Safer at Home Order Extended Through May 15, 2020: Thank you to all our communities for staying at home. Today the LA County Public Health Officer extended the Safer at Home Order through May 15, 2020. What you are doing matters, and we see the impact of our collective efforts. Our regional hospitals and first responders are grateful for your help in slowing the spread of COVID-19. We understand your sacrifice and know that this is coming at a tremendous personal and economic cost. Your efforts are making an impact and are saving lives.  Read more... (322 words, 1 image, estimated 1:17 mins reading time)

April 11, 2020

The City of Redondo Beach has enacted Mask Requirements due to COVID-19.

The Redondo Beach City Manager has issued the attached order effective midnight on April 10 and is summarized as follows.

1. Workers at establishments including supermarkets, pharmacies, dry cleaners and other retail establishments must wear face coverings that cover their noses and mouths while performing work.

2. Workers who provide services including delivery, maintenance, construction and other services must wear face coverings that cover their noses and mouths while performing work in the company of others.  Read more... (185 words, estimated 44 secs reading time)

April 10, 2020

The best way to keep up with what’s going down in the South Bay – especially during these uncertain times – is to subscribe to the South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide Pandemic Survival Guide.

Every Thursday morning, you’ll receive an email detailing the latest local news and updates regarding the coronavirus pandemic.

You can subscribe by scrolling down the left side of any page of the website where you’ll find the SBBJ Weekend Guide and the RSS Feed subscription boxes.

Did I mention, it’s FREE? What are you waiting for???  Read more... (102 words, estimated 24 secs reading time)

April 10, 2020

Our friends at the Torrance Chamber of Commerce has put together this helpful list of resources for businesses….

•From the office of Senator Steven Bradford, 35th District, please see updated LA Small Business Resiliency Tool Kit at Los Angeles Small Business Resiliency Tool Kit

•Congress has approved $350 billion in emergency loans for small businesses to help keep workers employed. In fact, if small businesses maintain or later restore their payrolls, they may not have to repay some — or possibly any — of the loan. Here’s a guide and checklist from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to help your small business through the process.  Read more... (515 words, estimated 2:04 mins reading time)

April 10, 2020

Join local South Bay musician Evan Charles for a Family Friendly Concert featuring songs by The Beatles today, April 10 from 12:15 to 1 p.m.

This will be a FACEBOOK LIVE event. Invite your friends or host a watch party.

Your support is appreciate and donations are much appreciated, any amount helps!

• APPLE PAY
• CASH APP Evyn Charles; $EvynCharles
• G(oogle) PAY pay.google.com
• PAYPAL paypal.me/EvynCharles
• VENMO www.venmo.com/Evyn-Charles
• ZELLE (all major banks)

Evyn Charles • Phone: 310-291-5534 • Email [email protected] or [email protected]  Read more... (107 words, 1 image, estimated 26 secs reading time)

April 10, 2020

Like most non-profit arts organizations, the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation (TOCA) has been hit pretty hard by the current Covid-19 pandemic. They had to postpone nine (9) performances and the annual fundraising event is in question leaving them to have to scramble for other possible fundraising events… then they had an idea.

As you probably know by now, one of TOCA’s favorite events is South Bay’s Got Talent.  Read more... (410 words, 1 image, estimated 1:38 mins reading time)

April 10, 2020

The City of Torrance has launched a program to help deliver grocery items to seniors (60 years of age and older), those with disabilities, and with underlying health conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Torrance Residents who qualify for this program can order once per week while supplies last. These packages will be delivered by City Staff. Packages are $55.

Register on line at https://www.cityoftorranceca.com/tc2go.html or call (310) 618-6339 from Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

For more information, visit http://www.CityofTorranceCA.com/TC2Go or email [email protected].

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April 9, 2020

The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau has been hard at work compiling resources to help small businesses and is dedicated to helping the community respond to COVID-19 so that local businesses can continue to support their employees, customers, and families.

The Chamber created a Directory of Open Retailers and Restaurants which highlights local South Bay businesses currently offering services amidst the closures. These services include restaurants open for non-contact take out and delivery, in addition to retailers open for online shopping with delivery and shipping. The directory extends beyond promoting strictly Hermosa Beach Chamber Members and is open for everyone in the area. To have your business listed on the directory please email [email protected]. Updates will be made daily.  Read more... (325 words, estimated 1:18 mins reading time)