Fronnie Lewis, Author at Media City Groove

Saturday, July 30, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, July 30, 2011

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Talk of the Town: Is Walmart moving to the Media City?

A lot of chatter these days about Walmart. Is the world’s largest retailer coming to Burbank — bringing along its unsavory baggage of poor labor practices — including a reputation for discriminating against minorities — particularly women? Apparently Walmart has plans to open in Burbank at The Great Indoors location in the Empire Center. Recently, Walmart bought the site from Sears. The Great Indoors is expected to close this weekend. […]

Friday, July 29, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 29, 2011

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A Writer’s View: “New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in the publishing industry”

New York Times bestselling author dishes on the dramatic changes in the publishing industry I always considered myself to be the walking, talking success story of American publishing. I’m a lawyer, and at age 40, I had two babies back to back. Suddenly, I was a stay-at-home mom and trying to figure out how to replace the income I relinquished due […]

Thursday, July 28, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, July 28, 2011

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Mega Millions jackpot rolls over to $74 million!

The Mega Millions jackpot may spark a new round of lottery fever. The jackpot took a tumble to $74 million, after no one won the big one in last Tuesday’s draw. The winning digits: 20, 25, 35, 52, 55, and the Mega Ball 10. A ticket with all of those hot numbers, except the Mega Ball was sold here in the Southland at […]

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, July 27, 2011

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Photo Gallery: Places of interest in the Media City

DIMPLES Dimples Restaurant is known more for its karaoke than its food and drinks. The exterior is a bit shabby, but for years it’s been a popular joint to hang out and have a good time. Also, it claims to be the first karaoke club in the country.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, July 27, 2011

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“Captain America” still strong at the box office

“Captain America: The First Avenger” remains at the top of the box office today. Over the weekend, the Marvel comic book-inspired movie debuted with a mighty $65 million. That’s the best superhero film weekend opening so far this summer. On Monday, “Captain America” held onto its title as the number one flick in the country, by scoring $7.7 million. Yesterday, another top performance by […]

Sunday, July 24, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, July 24, 2011

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Mega Millions jackpot at least $63 million

More money got pumped into the Mega Millions jackpot, after no ticket had all of the winning numbers in last Friday’s draw. Today the money pot for that lottery game stands at $63 million. Friday’s winning numbers: 23, 31, 32, 39, 56, and the Mega Ball 38. Two California players came close to winning the jackpot. Those lucky tickets had […]

Sunday, July 24, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, July 24, 2011

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Guest Blogger: The tomato debate

Is a tomato a fruit or vegetable? This was a question that was on a test I took in elementary school. Regardless of its correct label, everyone knows that tomatoes are good for you. Times magazine listed tomatoes as one of the 10 foods that prevent cancer. There are many different ways to prepare tomatoes to eat. I however, simply […]

Saturday, July 23, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, July 23, 2011

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Talk of the Town: Ron Davis and his pool drama

Burbank Water and Power General Manager, Ron Davis, is the talk of the town. Not only because of his hefty salary and merit pay bonuses — reportedly totaling $263, 018 last year — but because of an illegal action involving water discharged from his swimming pool. For days now, folks have been talking about Davis draining a portion of his pool water. […]

Friday, July 22, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 22, 2011

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“Captain America” hot at the box office

The long-awaited film featuring the patriotic superhero, Captain America, finally hit movie screens today. “Captain America: The First Avenger” reportedly earned around $4 million at midnight screenings — besting “Green Lantern” and “Thor” for those early shows. “Captain America,” which stars Chris Evans as the Marvel-comic- book inspired shield -wheeling hero, could be on track to make $60 million this weekend. Question […]