Fronnie Lewis, Author at Media City Groove

Thursday, July 7, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, July 7, 2011

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Burbank’s party of the century

Burbank celebrates its centennial tomorrow with what is billed as the party of the century. B-town was incorporated in 1911. So on the 100th year anniversary of becoming a city — town leaders are going all out to mark the milestone. An evening of family fun is planned from 5-10 p.m. in Downtown Burbank — featuring entertainment, parades, food, fireworks, and more. For details click over […]

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, July 6, 2011

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Crime Alert: Murder suspect arrested in Burbank

Burbank Police today announced the arrest of a 70-year-old man in connection with the death of his wife yesterday. Emergency crews responded to 815 North Valley Street near West Clark Avenue in Burbank at around 2 a.m. on Tuesday. They reportedly found 65-year-old Marie Brancato “…bleeding profusely from what appeared to be a traumatic injury to the back of her head.” Brancato was […]

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, July 5, 2011

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Photo Gallery: A salute to the president

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama threw a big July 4th bash at the White House yesterday. The first couple celebrated the nation’s independence with more than 1,200 members of the military and their families. During a meet and greet, the commander- in-chief of the U.S. military got a serious salute from a young girl — who just might be a soldier one […]

Monday, July 4, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, July 4, 2011

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City Buzz

Happy Fourth of July! Dodger Stadium festivities The guys in blue kick-off a four game series against the New York Mets tonight. Also, fans will be treated to fireworks and tributes to our military. Gates at Dodger Stadium open at 3:40 p.m. Fireworks and more at the Starlight Bowl A July 4th tradition continues tonight at the Starlight Bowl in Burbank. A […]

Friday, July 1, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 1, 2011

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Entertainment Bits

“Transformers 3” makes $21 million on Thursday “Transformers 3” is packing them at movie theaters. Yesterday, the sci-fi flick scored $21 million — bringing its two-day haul to around $60 million. The question now is how close to $200 million will the film get before the fireworks celebrations wrap up on July 4th? “Thor 2” on the way “Thor ” is still […]

Friday, July 1, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, July 1, 2011

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Temperatures heating up in the Media City

If you love the heat, the July 4th holiday weekend forecast is going to make you very happy. The temperatures are predicted to rise up into the mid-90s here in Burbank over the next few days. Summer is here.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, June 30, 2011

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“Transformers 3” rakes in $37 million on opening day

It’s going to be a hot, sizzling July 4th holiday weekend — and I’m not talking about just the weather. The box office is fired up. The sci-fi action sequel, “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” opened yesterday with around $37 million — which means it’s on track to make some serious bucks over the next few days. The other major movies […]

Thursday, June 30, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, June 30, 2011

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Catching up: Cheers and hot dogs — President Obama in Toledo

President Barack Obama got a big welcome from employees at Rudy’s Hot Dog in Toledo, Ohio, before sitting down for lunch with the city’s mayor, Michael Bell, earlier this month.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, June 29, 2011

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Mega Millions jackpot soars to $105 million

The Mega Millions jackpot just keeps rolling along collecting millions! That lottery jackpot skipped over the $100 million mark after no one had all of the winning numbers in last night’s draw. That big money stash now stands at $105 million. Those lucky digits are: 12, 17, 27, 47, 48, and the Mega Ball 33. Someone bought a ticket in California that has […]