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Tuesday, March 12, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 12, 2013

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Photo Gallery: Changes at the former NBC Studios lot

Have you noticed, the NBC signs and its legendary peacock logo are disappearing from the Burbank site at Alameda and Olive Avenues? The replacement, signage for The Burbank Studios. Worthe Real Estate Group bought the historic 34-acre lot in 2008, for an undisclosed price. The real estate developer has big, big plans for the lot. Check out the developer’s website for […]

Monday, March 11, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 11, 2013

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Flashback to the BCC 80th anniversary bash

A big turnout for the 80th anniversary luncheon/celebration for the Burbank Coordinating Council on Monday, March 4, 2013. As a member, I joined many of the BCC faithful in attending this bash along with invited guests, volunteers from various non-profits, community leaders and activists. Also there, some of the Burbank city staff and officials, including Vice-Mayor Emily Gabel-Luddy. On hand […]

Sunday, March 10, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, March 10, 2013

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Spring forward on a Sunday in March

The good news — it’s going to be a warm, gorgeous spring like day in March for the Media City. On the flip side, thanks to Daylight Saving Time, Burbankers, and most folks living in the U.S., lost an hour of sleep — when the clocks were turned ahead an hour at 2 a.m. However, you get it back in […]

Saturday, March 9, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 9, 2013

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Updated: Burbank on Parade needs volunteers

Burbank on Parade, that all volunteer, action-packed, annual community event, is preparing to roll down West Olive Avenue on Saturday April 6, 2013. However, there is still a lot of work to be done. Right now, there’s a critical need for volunteers, especially those with the skills to help build the floats. That means painters, carpenters, and artists. “We need […]

Friday, March 8, 2013

By Janet Strong Friday, March 8, 2013

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A Strong View: Fighting for respect from city hall

Recently, I was listening to one of the Burbank council meetings. A gentleman speaking on behalf of his neighbors asked for help with an ongoing problem of parking on their street. Some neighbors have driveways and others do not. This dilemma has some neighbors overlapping other folks’ driveways in order to park and is causing problems for city trash pick […]

Thursday, March 7, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, March 7, 2013

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Talk of the Town: Measure “S” victory and Burbank primary fallout

Victory for Measure “S” Supporters of Measure “S” in Burbank are celebrating victory. The numbers for Tuesday’s election are out and the improve Burbank schools measure won easily with 4, 053 “Yes” votes — which amounted to 61.45% of the tally. They needed 55% for approval. The $110 million bond will be funded by a property tax of $55 annually […]

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 5, 2013

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Election Day: The fate of Measure “S” to be decided

Measure “S” is on the ballot in Burbank today. The measure would give the Burbank Unified School District Board of Education the go-ahead to issue $110 million in bonds for school upgrades and improvements. Independent citizens oversight and annual audits are part of the provisions. Measure “S” requires a 55% vote for passage.

Sunday, March 3, 2013

By Guest Blogger Sunday, March 3, 2013

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Jean Youn: Being grateful for every day

I don’t know what all of you who are reading this post do for a living. I don’t know whether you do new and exciting work or repeat the same work every day. I am repeating basically the same work every day. In fact, that’s a distinctive characteristic of the cleaning business. Today, I would like to share with you […]

Thursday, February 28, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, February 28, 2013

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Statement from newly elected Burbank councilman Bob Frutos

The Bob Frutos for City Council campaign emailed me this statement, from the candidate, today. Here it is: Dear Burbank Supporters, I am gratified and humbled beyond words at the outpouring of the support and confidence you have shown me in our primary election. I truly feel I am blessed, not only to live in a wonderful city like Burbank, but […]