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Saturday, May 10, 2014
Photo:FLLewis/ Media City G -- Twin authors Jamie C. Schonauer and Erin K. Schonauer signed copies of "Early Burbank" in Burbank on April 26, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, May 10, 2014
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Twin authors conduct book signings for “Early Burbank”

Identical twins, Jamie C. and Erin K. Schonauer, have a lot in common beyond their obvious appearance. They both like history and are talented writers who work in the children’s market. A little over a year ago, the Burbank residents decided to pen a book about the early beginnings of the Media City. It was published last month by Arcadia […]
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Friday, May 9, 2014
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Lunch crowd inside the Pizza Studio at Hollywood Way and Magnolia Boulevard in Burbank May 9, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, May 9, 2014
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Pizza Studio open for business in Burbank

The Pizza Studio is open for business in Burbank. Earlier in the week, the fast food restaurant announced its arrival at 3619 West Magnolia Boulevard by giving away free pizza! The pizza joint officially opened its doors yesterday in Magnolia Park, in the old Quiznos location, across the street from Porto’s Bakery and Cafe. Today, I dropped by around noon. […]
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Sunday, May 4, 2014
Photo: FLlewis/Media City G -- Big Mama's and Papas Pizzeria 321 East Alameda Avenue Burbank May 1, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, May 4, 2014
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Review: Good eats at Big Mama’s and Papa’s Pizzeria in Burbank

To my surprise, we got some pretty good eats at Big Mama’s and Papa’s Pizzeria in Burbank. It’s hard to live up to the hype from the 2014 Academy Awards pizza delivery stunt and all that attention from the Ellen Degeneres Show. Nevertheless, we left this pizza joint full and satisfied after a quick-lunch last week. However, it almost did […]
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Friday, May 2, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, May 2, 2014
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Job fair in Burbank today

Job fair in Burbank today for a new restaurant opening in the downtown area. Tender Greens serves “… “fresh, healthy, chef-inspired, farmer’s market sensible dishes at an affordable price in a relaxed environment,” according to the company website. The eatery had been scheduled to open this summer at 325 North San Fernando Road. Now, it looks like the remodeling will […]
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
Photo: FLLewis/Media City G -- Councilman Dr. David Gordon selected as mayor during Burbank City Council reorganization meeting May 1, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, May 1, 2014
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Updated:City Buzz: Burbank City Council selects new mayor

Finally, after eight years of being on the Burbank City Council, Dr. David Gordon, was selected as mayor during the council reorganization meeting this morning. Even though the mayoral position is pretty much a ceremonial one, there are perks that go along with the job. Maybe that explains why certain council members fight like heck to keep the position among […]
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Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Photo: FLLewis/ Media City G -- Strong winds knocked down tree on Oak Street near Beachwood Drive in Burbank April 30, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, April 30, 2014
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Strong winds down tree in Burbank

The gusting Santa Ana winds claimed a victim in Burbank this morning. Strong winds knocked down a sweet gum tree on Oak Street near Beachwood Drive shortly after 8 a.m. Only minutes before,  students swarmed through the intersection to get to nearby David Starr Jordan Middle School on Mariposa Street. An Oak Street resident says she heard “a crack and then […]
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Wednesday, April 30, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, April 30, 2014
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Officials recommending residents stay in doors during the heat wave

Burbank officials are recommending residents stay in doors during the heat wave. Temperatures in Burbank reached the low 90s yesterday. A high of 95 is expected today.  The forecast is for hot temps to linger into the weekend. In a news release from City Hall residents “… are encouraged to seek relief from the heat by drinking plenty of fluids, […]
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Tuesday, April 29, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, April 29, 2014
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Hot and windy in Burbank today

It’s going to be hot and windy in Burbank today. Before 9 a.m. the temperature was hovering at around 80 degrees. Hot winds were blowing debris through the streets this morning and the air very dry. A wind advisory is in effect through tomorrow afternoon. Winds are expected to reach  25-30 MPH in the Media City today. Weather watchers predict […]
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Saturday, April 26, 2014
By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, April 26, 2014
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Burbank on Parade 2014

Burbank on Parade 2014 rolled down Olive Avenue in the Media City today — with smiles, waves and no raindrops. A wet system apparently swept through overnight leaving behind cool temps, light winds, some clouds, but mostly sunshine. A wonderful spring day for a parade. Crowds of Burbank fans lined the avenue to watch a celebration of the city. More […]
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