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South LA History

3 facts You Didn’t Know about the Watts Towers

When asked why he built the Watts Towers, Simon Rodia replied,  “I had it in my mind to do something big and did it.” Continue reading 3 facts You Didn’t Know about the Watts Towers

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 31, 2021Leave a comment
Commentary

3 facts You Don’t Know about the Watts Towers

When asked why he built the Watts Towers, Simon Rodia replied,  “I had it in my mind to do something big and did it.” Continue reading 3 facts You Don’t Know about the Watts Towers

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 31, 2021March 26, 20222 Comments
South LA Food

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Watts / Willowbrook in South LA

We looked for good food, good reviews, and a little bit of experimentation. Here’s what we found. Continue reading Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Watts / Willowbrook in South LA

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 25, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
South LA Parks

Augustus F. Hawkins Nature Park: South LA’s Hidden Gem

Believe it or not, South LA is home to several large and beautiful parks. And this hidden, 20-year-old gem near the Florence-Firestone neighborhood is no different. Continue reading Augustus F. Hawkins Nature Park: South LA’s Hidden Gem

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 8, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
South la high schools

How John C. Fremont High School Shaped its Surrounding Neighborhood

Many people might know this school as a present day minority serving institution, but there’s a lot more to the story than this. Continue reading How John C. Fremont High School Shaped its Surrounding Neighborhood

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 4, 2021March 26, 20222 Comments
South LA Food

South LA Food Crawl: Crenshaw Boulevard | Hot Chicken, Donut Cake & More

Nashville hot chicken, a soul food lunch special, and a donut cake. That’s just the tip of the iceberg on what we found on Crenshaw Boulevard in South LA. Continue reading South LA Food Crawl: Crenshaw Boulevard | Hot Chicken, Donut Cake & More

Unknown's avatarEric CraigFebruary 26, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
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Valentine’s Day in South LA: 5 Date Ideas You Need to Try

Want to date in South LA? Here’s a short list of the best date ideas you can try this Valentine’s day in South LA. Continue reading Valentine’s Day in South LA: 5 Date Ideas You Need to Try

Unknown's avatarEric CraigFebruary 10, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
South LA Parks

Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park Renovation: A Closer Look

After months of closures, the Magic Johnson Park is open. Here’s what it looks like inside. Continue reading Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park Renovation: A Closer Look

Unknown's avatarEric CraigFebruary 3, 2021January 30, 20251 Comment
South LA Food

South LA Food Crawl on Slauson Avenue

I think my Ari and I may have found the best sandwich in Los Angeles on Slauson Avenue. Continue reading South LA Food Crawl on Slauson Avenue

Unknown's avatarEric CraigJanuary 25, 2021January 30, 20252 Comments
South LA Parks

A Glimpse at the South Los Angeles Wetlands Park

Let’s be honest. South LA is pretty urban. But this 9-acre park is a diamond in the rough. Continue reading A Glimpse at the South Los Angeles Wetlands Park

Unknown's avatarEric CraigJanuary 22, 2021January 30, 20251 Comment

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