Carrie Lockwood was sitting in her kindergarten class when she was a child. She was cutting a workpiece of paper with scissors. Her teacher noticed something, knelt beside Lockwood and asked, “Carrie, why can you not on the lines?”She was floored by that question.“Why do I have to cut on the lines? Why can’t I cut where I want to...

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As TikTok gets closer and closer to a U. S. ban, it’s safe to say that most Gen Z’ers and milennials have been shaken by the news. How else will they know what to make for dinner? What audio or meme is circulating the internet? What to wear on summer vacation?And where will they buy the latest accessory or clothing...

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The feeling of getting a piercing, well, hurts…but the after-effect is what keeps you coming back for more. It makes you feel as cool as a Deftones album sounds and as aesthetic as your Pinterest board. Here are a few piercing shops in the Los Angeles area to help you connect with your inner pierced persona.1 . Oak & Poppy...

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Throughout history, humans and our ancient ancestors have always made murals. Whether outlawed, permitted or paid for, on buildings, trains and tombs, graffiti artists have painted the planet. From Watts to Wilmington, here is where to see some of the best graffiti in South L. A. Top pick for “throw-ups” Freeway overpasses, concrete-covered river beds and rail yards are favored...

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With human-caused climate change increasing temperatures, decreasing rain and snowfall, and escalating the frequency and severity of storms and wildfires, Southern California’s four seasons are now fire, flood, mud and drought. Here are five ways professors and programs at El Camino are supporting students, staff and faculty to beat the heat. Prepare and protect first respondersClimate change has increased the...

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A warm glow radiates on the determined faces of 19-year-old fraternal twins Brooklyn and Brinkley Baker. High above the ground, the twins dangle upside down from opposite sides of the trapeze bar, their bodies perfectly aligned in a mirror image. Their arms hang loosely, and their legs are crossed securely to keep them in place. The world below seems so...

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It's easy to feel alone during the holiday season. Yet, not many realize that spending time with yourself is a great opportunity to develop hobbies, explore new interests and practice some self-care. To embrace spending quality time with yourself, here are five activities you can do alone in the South Bay. 1. Have a park day Make yourself some snacks,...

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On Wednesday nights, Alahna Alton comes alive. Strutting down the empty, dimly-lit Everington Street in East Los Angeles in a crop top, jeans that hug her slim figure and three-inch heels that click on the sidewalk, Alton is ready. She enters Steven’s Steakhouse – the “Steven’s” LED sign lighting the way – and heads straight to the host, handing him...

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From handmade arts and crafts and sweet pumpkin-scented candles to locally-grown vegetables and vegan cashew queso, farmers' markets in the South Bay offer a wide range of specialized products. Support local businesses and browse rows of homemade goods and treats at these five farmers' markets in the South Bay.1. Torrance Farmers' Market The Torrance Farmers' Market is the biggest farmers'...

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At El Camino College, there are 3,500 doors, which means many locks and key pads. Sometimes people lose their keys and sometimes doors just won't open. All those responsibilities are taken care of by one man: Roy Dietz. A strong, stocky man raised in the city of Hawthorne, wearing his signature cowboy hat, sunglasses, El Camino employee shirt and bearing...

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