In May of 2020, my uncle, Daniel Edwards, MD, who lives in Fort Wayne, Indiana, discovered he had COVID. I interviewed him to find out about his ordeal. New West Press: How did you discover you had COVID? How do you think you got it? Daniel Edwards: I was coughing a lot, and I thought … Continue reading Interview with a COVID Survivor
Several days last week, New West Alum Ximena Fuentes (class of 2020) and senior Flor Melchor ran a school supply donation drive outside Stoner Park’s gymnasium/recreation center. They collected notebooks, binders, pens, glue sticks, pencil cases, planners, stationery, folders, and more for children of farmworkers, whose parents continue to process, plant, and pick food during … Continue reading New West Students Run School Supply Drive
Here are some images that reflect how life in Los Angeles has changed amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Near-empty shelves at the Century City Ralphs, March 12, 2020 The Original Farmers Market (Adjacent to The Grove), April 4, 2020 Line outside the Trader Joe’s on National Boulevard, April 5, 2020 Sawtelle Boulevard, … Continue reading Scenes from the Coronavirus Pandemic in Los Angeles
If you’re on the lookout for a satisfying, unique snack, look no further: Trader Joe’s new kung pao chicken mochi balls are the ideal treat! Each pack of Trader Joe’s kung pao chicken mochi balls has 8 pieces, which can be prepared in a toaster or conventional oven. These snacks feature a spicy kung pao … Continue reading Review: Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken Mochi Balls
Recently, my Auntie Catalina turned 100. I sat down with her to ask her some questions about how she reached this milestone, and if she had any advice for others who wish to do the same. 1) What is the secret to your longevity? I eat oatmeal every day. [laughs] I don’t eat [red] meat, … Continue reading Interview with a Centenarian
If you’re in search of the best (but still affordable) burger in Los Angeles, you should take a chance on HiHo Cheeseburger, a critically-acclaimed, fast-casual restaurant that prides itself on being the only burger joint that offers exclusively grass-fed, grass-finished wagyu beef. HiHo Cheeseburger, winner of the People’s Choice Award for the best burger at … Continue reading Review: Hi Ho Cheeseburger
Thursday, October 31st was Halloween! Students showed school spirit by wearing their costumes. Here are some of the many students who participated in this spirit day: Freshman Tate Agnew as Eleven from Stranger Things Junior Sara Gonzalez as Rosie the Riveter Freshman Tesfanesh Seplow as Dionne Davenport from Clueless Junior Yamileth Martinez in traditional Día … Continue reading Halloween Spirit Day
Friday, August 30th was Tropical Day, the first Spirit Day of the 2019-2020 school year! Students donned tropical-themed clothing, such as Hawaiian shirts, board shorts, sundresses, and leis. Here are some of the many students who participated in Tropical Day: Juniors Tess Carlson (left), Audrey Bell (inset), and Malena Bell Junior Leo Trilling Juniors Alexander … Continue reading Tropical Day
This Saturday, May 4th, is Free Comic Book Day! Free Comic Book Day occurs the first Saturday in May each year. The event first occurred in 2002. Now, over 2,300 comics shops worldwide distribute free comics annually. Diamond Comic Distributors, a major comic book distributor based in Maryland, ships comic books to participating retailers and … Continue reading Free Comic Book Day
Stevland Hardaway Judkins, better known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, was born on May 13, 1950 in Saginaw, Michigan to Lula Mae Hardaway and Calvin Judkins. Because he was born prematurely, Wonder developed retinopathy of prematurity, which resulted in permanent vision loss. However, this did not prevent him from becoming one of the most … Continue reading Stevie Wonder: Black History Month Feature
