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Thursday, March 10, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, March 10, 2011

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Community Views: Burbank sidewalk debate

The great sidewalk debate involves more than concrete. For me this issue involves the ethical treatment of people. The majority of residents on Screenland opposed the installation of sidewalks in their neighborhood but for their efforts they were much maligned as selfish people who didn’t care about the safety of children and wouldn’t accept change. The safety of children is […]

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 8, 2011

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Showdown over the Burbank sidewalk controversy

UPDATED 10:30 p.m. : Despite protests from some residents on North Screenland Drive tonight, the Burbank City Council voted 4-to-1 in favor of the sidewalks. The only “no” vote came from Councilman Dr. David Gordon. The students at Luther Burbank Middle school in Burbank and their safety have become the debating points in the bitter controversy over the installation of sidewalks on nearby […]

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, February 23, 2011

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Gary Bric wins big in Burbank primary election

Burbank City Councilman Gary Bric has much to celebrate. Bric easily won re-election in yesterday’s Primary Nominating Election. Here’s the vote count for the two open seats on the city council. Gary Bric — 4, 642 Bob Frutos — 3, 071 Emily Gabel-Luddy — 3, 845 Jackie Waltman — 2, 131 Sadly, only 8, 073 Burbank voters cast their ballots in […]

Sunday, February 13, 2011

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, February 13, 2011

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Community Views: Burbank sidewalk controversy

My name is Janet Diel. As a 31 year Burbank resident, long time member of the Advisory Council on Disabilities and Chair for the Barriers Sub-Committee, I felt it imperative to present my views regarding the lack of sidewalks on 1800-1900 Screenland. For Seniors and Disabled members of our community sidewalks would allow street access to those with walkers, canes, […]

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, December 14, 2010

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City Buzz

The Burbank Police Commission is under siege. The first target is the outspoken Jim Etter, but it appears to be part of a carefully crafted plan by City Hall insiders and their minions to divide and utimately muzzle the commission. The Semichorus blog has an interesting post about the Etter attack with some background on some of the players involved. A […]

Thursday, November 25, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, November 25, 2010

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Thanksgiving and a hoop shot at Trader Joe’s

I’m thankful for the major blessings like good friends, loved ones, church, health, and career opportunities on this Thanksgivings. Also, when I sit down to that feast later on today — I will be thankful for those small moments that bring laughter and surprises. Last week on Wednesday, November 17, I had one of those surprise moments at the Trader Joe’s on East […]

Friday, October 1, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, October 1, 2010

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LAPD Chief Beck makes a promise — what about Burbank PD Chief LaChasse?

In light of the controversial shooting death of an alleged knife-wheeling suspect, Los Angeles Police Chief, Charlie Beck, made a promise to his community in an opinion piece he wrote that appeared on the Los Angeles Times website today. In the op-ed piece, Chief Beck says he’s “… committed to providing as much detail as I am able to release about the facts of […]

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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Reggie Bush and that tarnished Heisman Trophy

A lot of chatter on the Internet and in the media about New Orleans Saints Running Back Reggie Bush’s decision to forfeit his 2005 Heisman Trophy. This is a big deal, not just for USC and Southland football fans. The former USC tailback is the first player to give up the Heisman in its 75 year history. The award is considered one of the top honors in […]

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, September 8, 2010

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Another Mega Millions rollover & a Burbank player wins a lottery prize

A Fantasy 5 lottery ticket bought in Burbank hit the jackpot! That ticket was purchased for yesterday’s game at Tip Top Liquor & Jr. Market, 2501 West Victory Boulevard. The ticket is worth $295,490. The winning numbers are 20, 39, 19, 1, and 17. In the Fantasy 5 game, the jackpot starts at $50,000 and goes up from there […]