The Power of Music

The Power of Music

Playa del Rey’s Markus Illko may be a new Grammy winner, but the thing he really wants to celebrate and focus on is inspiring the next generation of musicians–starting with his third period class. Parents and students from WISH Academy High School agree that it is a...
Takes some steps to become a pickleball pro

Takes some steps to become a pickleball pro

Opinion: Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States. It grew 158.6 percent per year over the past three years. As of 2023, more than 36 million Americans played–including me. I am a member of the Westchester Pickleball Club! This month, I will share...
In your hometown with…the Escoto family

In your hometown with…the Escoto family

No one can predict when and where they’ll fall in love. What might seem like a small or random connection between two people can often blossom into something deep and purposeful over time. This is what happened to Henry and Jamie Escoto, who started as co-workers 14...
5 Questions With…Ahmanise Sanati Morgan

5 Questions With…Ahmanise Sanati Morgan

Playa del Rey’s Ahmanise Sanati Morgan is full of energy and determination to make the world a better place. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker overseeing seven schools in LAUSD, she helps connect students to services like counseling and housing, and as a super...