He's an Animal -Rescuing a Sea Turtle From a Mylar Balloon By PV Native Adventurer Bryce Trevett

I think by now most of us are aware of the negative impact that balloons have on our planet. They trash every ecosystem from the desert to the ocean, and suffocate as well as entangle animals all across the animal kingdom from tiny fish all the way up to the largest animal that has ever lived on Earth, the blue whale. I certainly knew this early while growing up working with wildlife around the globe, but it really hit home one day when I was out on the open ocean about 15 miles off the coast of Palos Verdes with my buddy Angel as we approached a beautiful sea creature debilitated by a single mylar balloon.

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Back Where We Started: The Once in a Lifetime Miraleste High School.....by Contributor Amy Bergant

Back Where We Started: The Miraleste High School All-Class Reunion By Amy Bergant

“With bells on”, said John Doran, when asked if he’d attend another Miraleste High School All-Class Reunion. It’s a sentiment echoed by countless alumni ever since Jack Alexander successfully planned and executed the momentous on-campus event on July 29, 2023.

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Rolling Thunder Strikes the Rolling Hills Country Club as the SouthBay AutoClub hosts it’s July Gathering of Hypercars and Super Cars By Steve Tabor Photographer & Contributor

Rolling Thunder Strikes the Rolling Hills Country Club as the SouthBay AutoClub hosts it’s July Gathering of Hypercars and Super Cars

Golfers on the driving range at the Rolling Hills Country Club (RHCC) had their warm up session interrupted by the thunderous sounds of Ferrari’s, Lamborghinis, Porsches, and other super cars

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Ballet Bound: The Formative Years of Misty Copeland Under Liz Cantine

Ballet Bound: The Formative Years of Misty Copeland Under Liz Cantine
At the recent launch of her third book, "Misty Meets Palet at Segerstrom," the dynamic Liz Cantine celebrated with fans over a lavish luncheon at Raffaello Ristorante in San Pedro. The narrative centers on Misty Copeland and a painter, Palet, coming together at the Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts in Costa Mesa. They bring famous paintings from the Metropolitan Museum in New York to life through dance and poetry. Misty introduces readers to the world of dance and inspires Palet to depict today's diverse world through his art.

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The Best of Amador Wine Country: Wineries, Restaurants, and Attractions By Wine Aficionado and Founder of California Corks John Krause

The Best of Amador Wine Country: Wineries, Restaurants, and Attractions By Wine Aficionado and Founder of California Corks John Krause

Amador County wine country is a hidden gem in California that offers a unique and captivating experience for wine enthusiasts. Nestled in the Sierra Foothills region, this picturesque destination is known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and, of course, its exceptional wines.

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Jellyfish: More Than Just a Sting, Unveiling the Secrets of These Enigmatic Ocean Dwellers By Photographer and Contributor Gene Shabinaw

Jellyfish are found in all the world’s oceans and have been in existence since before the dinosaurs!  Very little is known about jellyfish and they continue to baffle the scientific community. There are hundreds of varieties ranging in size from half and inch to over 20 feet, but only a small percentage cause a sting which many folks associate with jellyfish.

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