We love our newsletter subscribers! In 2025, we received a watershed’s worth of submissions as responses to the writing contests included in our general e-newsletter and in the e-blasts we send out periodically to our aquatically-minded audiences: teachers, gardeners, car lovers, and pet parents. To celebrate our subscribers’ creativity, we’d like to share a few […]
As we get started with a new year, we thought it would be a good time to reintroduce the Safe Clean Water Program (SCWP) with answers to five of the most frequently asked questions we receive about the SCWP. Read on to learn more about this vitally important environmental program 1. What is the Safe […]
Our favorite super-sized, mid-winter event is just around the corner. No, not the Super Bowl – the Whale Fiesta at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium! Scheduled this year for Sunday, February 1, 2026, the Whale Fiesta is an annual celebration of the Pacific gray whale’s migration. This kick-off to whale-watching season promises to be filled with everything […]
At a recent press conference in North Hollywood, LA Sanitation and Environment’s Acting Director and General Manager Traci Minamide let the public know about a few different, accessible choices for when it’s time to send that pine packing. LASAN offers one of the most convenient options of all: curbside pickup. We’ve put together a helpful […]
This was a year of devastation for many Angelenos, but that pain has been accompanied by an incredible resilience. The Palisades and Eaton Fires in January destroyed thousands of homes, stole dozens of lives, and revealed to many the potentially catastrophic effects of wildfires and climate disasters. Though there is still much to rebuild, we […]
The holiday season is all about family, friends, celebration and sharing. Unfortunately, the holidays can also be wasteful. Really wasteful. The US EPA has reported that US household waste increases by 23% in December. Americans generate an extra 1 million tons of waste weekly during the holidays and 4.6 million pounds of wrapping paper are […]
As November hums along, we’ve found ourselves solidly in the rainy season here in LA. While we love all the good the rain can do for Southern California, it’s no secret that many Angelenos also love their automobiles. What better time than now to take stock of your car’s rain readiness? A little pre-rain preparation […]
As the LA Auto Show rolls into town now through November 30, car lovers across the city are gearing up to celebrate innovation, design, and all things horsepower. Whether you’re eyeing the newest concept cars or admiring a perfectly restored lowrider, there’s no reason that excitement has to end when you leave the convention hall. […]
Let’s hear it for all the Thanksgiving hosts out there! Between meal planning, coordinating dishes, and making sure everyone has a seat at the table, you’ve got your hands full. With all the extra food, packaging, and party supplies, it’s no wonder household waste increases by 25-43% during the holiday season. The good news? A […]
Though many may flock to New England’s covered bridges this time of year, we think that LA’s homegrown bridges are pretty spectacular, too. November is Historic Bridge Awareness Month, making this the perfect time to reflect on these architectural marvels. Bridges can be visually striking, but they also serve a vital purpose beyond their looks: […]
