This article is a submission by Santa Monica College. According to 2023-2024 data released by the University of California (UC) Information Center, Santa Monica College (SMC) transferred more students to the UC system than any other California community college—for 34 consecutive years now. SMC sent 983 students…
The Santa Monica College (SMC) Board of Trustees invites applications for a vacancy following the election of trustee Barry Snell to the Santa Monica City Council. The selected candidate will fill the vacant seat until the next regularly scheduled Board election in November 2026 when a…
The following is a submission from Pier Communications. Pacific Park presents “Cheer On The Pier,” with the arrival of Surfing Santa to the Santa Monica Pier just in time for the last Locals’ Night event featuring holiday-themed fun, winter wonders and a…
The following was first posted by Santa Monica DOT. The Santa Monica Department of Transportation, or DOT, Annual Report is here! The report covers DOT’s accomplishments over fiscal year 2023-2024 and is packed with highlights showcasing how we’re shaping a…
OPA 2025 Board Election Results: Congrats to Chris Morgan, Ian Novos, Jeff Fleming, John Prindle, Judy Abdo, Kelly Martin, Patty Tann, Sean Besser, and Tony Dimond. Learn more about them here. Hope to see everyone at our first meeting of…
Last Chance to Vote in OPA 2025 Board Election: Dues-paying OPA members should have received their ballots on-line Monday night for the 2025 Board Election. Voting closes Friday 5pm. Click here to join or renew your membership today. Four New Councilmembers Installed, Lana Negrete is Mayor, & Caroline Torosis is Mayor Pro Tem: “At…
The following is a press release from 11:08 p.m. from the Office of Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire has now grown to slightly over 4,000 acres. Containment remains at 7% and the red flag warning has ended, an important development in ongoing…
Last night, four new City Councilmembers were sworn in: Dan Hall, Ellis Raskin, Barry Snell, and Natalya Zernitskaya. Dan Hall shared his first speech from the dais as a member of the Santa Monica City Council. Photo: Bradley Ewing. Thank…
The following is a submission from Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire has now grown to nearly 4,000 acres. Containment has begun, currently reported at 7% — this is a critical step in ongoing efforts to manage this devastating fire. Over…
The following submission comes from Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire, which has now grown to over 2,200 acres, continues to impact communities in and around Malibu, Topanga Canyon, and surrounding areas. In response, Los Angeles County has taken swift action to…
President’s Message: Thank you to the 60+ people that made it out to our holiday event on Sunday at Lula’s! And to the many people who supported OPA by buying raffle tickets and donating to the organization…sorry if you didn’t…
The following is a press release from the City of Santa Monica. The city of Santa Monica seeks applications for $500 microgrants for community members to host discussions that would shape the social equity component of the city’s adult-use cannabis…
OPA Holiday Party Details: We hope to see you THIS Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3:00 – 6:00pm on Lula’s patio (2720 Main St.). Food and soda and one drink are free for OPA members and $10 for guests. We will be having a raffle…
The following is a submission from Pier Communications. Pacific Park and the Santa Monica Pier are bringing holiday magic to life with “Cheer On The Pier,” a festive series of events and programs running through December 31. The celebration kicked off with…
OPA Holiday Party Details: Mark your calendar to join us on Lula’s patio Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Food and soda and one drink are free for OPA members and $10 for guests. We will be having a…
