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Gala Concert Pays Tribute to Dr. King
Written by Troy Tieuel, Sentinel Contributing Writer 07 February 2013
A DELICIOUS RECEPTION: Catered by Step onto Flavor Catoring, members of the orchestra as well as other honored guests gathered before the tribute concert to break bread and share a meal. Featured ... read more >>

Green Dot Continues to Make Improvements at Locke High School
Written by Sentinel Newswire 07 February 2013
LAUSD Officials Say Structural Changes Will “Broaden and Deepen” Progress at Locke Family of Schools Los Angeles – Moving proactively to address the growing needs of its students, Green Dot ... read more >>

Grandma’s Healthy Food
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 25 January 2013
Grandma's Healthy Food relies on nothing but organic vegetables and fruit to create healthy takes on old favorites. It’s good, wholesome vegetarian/vegan you can eat and enjoy. We are well into ... read more >>

FAME ASSISTANCE CORPORATION CONTINUES TRADITION OF SERVICE IN 2013
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 24 January 2013
Let’s Move L.A., Body & Soul, Champion Empowerment Program, and other programs aim to inspire, educate, and engage even more in Los Angeles Los Angeles, Calif. – 2013 is projected to ... read more >>

A Dream
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 23 January 2013
Illustration by Troy Tieuel He had a dream, A vision eternally imagined, Of man bound by love, Devoted to peace, Enslaved only to brotherhood, In a land where right stands, And evil forever ... read more >>

Local Program To Produce Strong Swimmers
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 23 January 2013
Coach Marcellus Beaird monitors swimmers as they practice proper legwork using paddle boards. Photo by Troy Tieuel The Masters Swim Program is helping people learn how to swim and swim better. Do ... read more >>

Recycling Black Dollars
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 22 January 2013
(From Left to Right): Jacque Bee, co-executive director of Recycling Black Dollars and Dr. Jewel Diamond Taylor photo by Brian W. Carter Recycling Black Dollars forum kicks off the new year with ... read more >>

Reflections on the Newtown Tragedy
Written by Eric Lee, San Diego State University, Junior - (Inglewood Resident) 16 January 2013
A Flower Yet To Blossom: Ana M. Green, 6-years old, was a Puerto Rican-American student who was a victim of the Newton tragedy. Illustration by Troy Tieuel It was you, it was me, it was every man We've ... read more >>

NAMI Urban Los Angeles
Written by Sentinel News Report 16 January 2013
Local non-profit seeks to help families deal with the concerns and issues of mental illness in the family. NAMI Urban Los Angeles (NULA) is the urban affiliate of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental ... read more >>

Crenshaw Farmers’ Market
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 16 January 2013
Customer takes a look at fresh local berries being offered at the market. photo by Troy Tieuel Local farmers market is open for the community to get the fresh produce it deserves. “Rain or shine,” ... read more >>

Kingdom Day Parade Comes!
Written by Brian W. Carter, Sentinel Staff Writer 16 January 2013
Founder, Chairman & President/CEO of Martin Luther King Parade, Larry E. Grant passed away last year. The MLK Parade continues to be a beacon of hope, peace and unity The annual parade in ... read more >>

Gueye Health and Beauty
Written by Jennifer Bihm, Sentinel Staff Writer 09 January 2013
Happy Time Herbs & Vitamins Kiosk in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall has what you need. “Quality is not negotiable,” is the motto at Gueye’s Health and Beauty located on the first ... read more >>

Teacher Spotlight: Stacey Joy
Written by Shannen Hill, Sentinel Intern 09 January 2013
“For me, teaching was my destiny, because I had no other plans or wishes to do anything else,”—Stacey Joy The Baldwin Hills Elementary teacher wins “Teacher of the Year Award.” Stacey ... read more >>

Chipotle Is Coming To Crenshaw!
Written by Sentinel Newswire 09 January 2013
Captions: It means serving the very best sustainably raised food possible with an eye to great taste, great nutrition and great value.—via Chipotle.comThe Mexican fast food restaurant is settling ... read more >>

2012 Review: Historical Sites
Written by Sentinel Staff News 02 January 2013
The Crenshaw District is rich with historical sites that hold relevance for the Black community in this area. Many of them were highlighted in 2012 including Leimert Park, Sugar Hill and Wellington ... read more >>

2012 Review: Business of the Year
Written by Brian W. Carter, Sentinel Staff Writer 02 January 2013
Owner of Radiance Boutique & Specialty Shop, Ruby Cottle Radiance Boutique & Specialty Shop has been going over 40 years strong in the community. Owner, Ruby Cottle credits her longevity to ... read more >>

2012 Review: Educator Of The Year
Written by Sentinel Staff News 02 January 2013
Educator, Daphne Bradford Daphne Bradford made great strides with youth in the community in 2012 with great results. She has helped Crenshaw High School students get certifications in digital media, ... read more >>

2012 Review: Crenshaw District
Written by Sentinel Staff News 02 January 2013
The year of 2012 witnessed new developments, business and revivals in the Crenshaw District. The arrival of the Metro Line, the renovations to the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza and reinvigoration ... read more >>

2012 Review: The Endeavour
Written by Sentinel Staff News 02 January 2013
Photo by Troy Tieuel The community came out in groves to watch the Space Shuttle Endeavour coast through the Crenshaw District. After several stops on it’s way to California, the space shuttle ... read more >>

2012 Review: Taste of Soul
Written by Sentinel Staff News 02 January 2013
Sentinel Photo Taste of Soul drew a record breaking 300,000 people to Crenshaw Blvd. to partake in one of the biggest festivals in Los Angeles. The 7th annual 'Taste of Soul' even further established ... read more >>

Local Group Targets Discriminating Database
Written by Sentinel Newswire 02 January 2013
The Youth Justice Coalition is drawing attention to database that may do more harm than good. Recently, The Youth Justice Coalition (YJC) officially released their new report “Tracked and Trapped” ... read more >>

Having A Merry Christmas On The ‘Shaw
Written by Sentinel Newswire 19 December 2012
Make sure the holidays are filled with joy with easy tips Find ways to make sure your holiday seasons are filled with yuletide and joy instead of gloom. Christmas is held as the most joyous ... read more >>

Mi Mi’s Natural: ‘Body Care and Healthy Indulgence’
Written by Jennifer Bihm, Sentinel Staff Writer 19 December 2012
The kiosk full of body butters, massage oils, bath soaps and more is located inside the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, just a few steps away from the food court. The best thing about MiMi’s ... read more >>

Grocery Store Boogie
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 12 December 2012
Multiple stores are coming and going in the Crenshaw District. Community supermarkets are currently in a state of flux, change—and some may not even get started. The markets in the neighborhood ... read more >>

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!
Written by Sentinel Newswire 12 December 2012
Santa Claus at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza! Ho, Ho, Ho! Merry Christmas… at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza that is. Until December 24, Santa Claus will be available for photos in front of the giant ... read more >>

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