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Unparch Yourself with Queen Squeeze Lemonade at Taste of Soul
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Unparch Yourself with Queen Squeeze Lemonade at Taste of Soul

By Brian W. Carter, Contributing WriterAugust 16, 2023

When you come to Taste of Soul (TOS), you’re going to do a lot of walking, talking, laughing and eating. We all know that these activities can leave one parched, so it’s important that you get yourself the right beverage.  How about Queen Squeeze Lemonade (QSL) to quench your soul?  Ebony Staten is TOS family as this isn’t her first and her uncles are TOS alums as well – can you say Brothers BBQ? Well, it seems Staten has learned the ropes of navigating a TOS family festival from OG vendors. Well, she’s back for a second time with her

Brandon Harris Performs in VERDISSIMO! Plus! at First Presbyterian Church
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Brandon Harris Performs in VERDISSIMO! Plus! at First Presbyterian Church

Brian W. Carter, Contributing WriterApril 27, 2023

On April 29 and 30, The Verdi Chorus’ 39th season will finish with “VERDISSIMO! Plus!” for two performances only at the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Monica. Led by Founding Artistic Director Anne Marie Ketchum, the Verdi Chorus is the only choral group in Southern California that focuses primarily on dramatic and diverse music for opera chorus. Countertenor Brandon Harris will be performing with the chorus and shared a little bit about performing in the concert and working with Ketchum.

Local Restaurateur Finalist for James Beard Award 
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Local Restaurateur Finalist for James Beard Award 

Brian W. Carter, Contributing Writer April 20, 2023

Dulan’s is a name synonymous with soul food here in South Los Angeles. For 50 years, the family-operated soul food brand has brought the community down home cuisine. So, it’s no surprise that he stands nominated for a James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur. 

Casa de Rosas Opens to Housing Homeless Veterans
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Casa de Rosas Opens to Housing Homeless Veterans

Brian W. Carter, Contributing WriterApril 6, 2023

On Thursday, March 30, local leaders, collaborators and elected officials joined in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Casa de Rosas, a newly renovated, award-winning, historic campus developed for formerly, homeless veterans.

Fair Chance Hiring Program Gives Another Chance 
Business

Fair Chance Hiring Program Gives Another Chance 

Brian W. Carter, Contributing Writer February 2, 2023

On Friday, January 27, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, the Department of Economic Opportunity, business and community leaders launched the Fair Chance Hiring Program designed to create hiring practices with the goal of getting 200 local businesses to commit to employing system-impacted individuals this year. 

Here’s Etta Mae Mumphries!
LocalNews

Here’s Etta Mae Mumphries!

Brian W. Carter, Contributing WriterJanuary 19, 2023

Actress Karen Bankhead’s alter ego – Etta Mae Mumphries – is out to inspire, uplift and let you know she knows everybody.