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Restaurant Junk Fees May Be Back on the Menu After All

Back in May, we published a blog about the forthcoming death of restaurant service fees. But it looks like we spoke… err, wrote too soon. Normally, we’d just update the original blog to reflect this, but since lawmakers are pushing through a complete “about face” at the 11th hour, we felt this deserved its own blog. Yes, due to the frenzied efforts of sev...

Goldburger’s Next Smash Will Be a Drive-Thru Granada Hills Burger Joint

Goldburger’s Next Smash Will Be a Drive-Thru Granada Hills Burger Joint Its owner will spend the next few months rebuilding longtime staple Frosty Queen, which closed in May by Mona Holmes  Jul 11, 2024, 2:56pm PDT     The future site of Goldburger Granada Hills.  Allen Yelent Mona Holmes is a reporter for Eater Los Angeles ...

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Cruise on over to JohnHart on Saturday, August 17th

To paraphrase the legendary Ronnie Hudson “Glendora knows how to party.” And if you don’t believe us, you need only keep your calendar open on Saturday, August 17 for the most hotly-anticipated annual summer event to cruise its way into the Glendora Village: the Flashback Classic Car Show; now in its 36th year! Touted as the “largest end-of-summer party in the East San G...

Valley Cultural Foundation’s Concerts in The Park Woodland Hills FREE

Concerts in the Park in Woodland Hills, CA, are a beloved summer tradition, hosted at Warner Park. These free, family-friendly events feature a diverse lineup of musical acts, from rock and jazz to classical and pop. Residents bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic baskets to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere under the stars. Running from June through August, the concerts attract large crowds, crea...

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Need more water intake? These 4 foods can help you stay hydrated on hot summer days

The key to staying hydrated during the hot summer months is drinking plenty of water — but different foods can provide ample hydration, too. Failing to eat the right foods can cause a water imbalance, particularly in high temperatures, according to registered dietitian and Trimly coach Kim Shapira in Los Angeles. "Higher temperatures and outdoor activities c...

Need more water intake? These 4 foods can help you stay hydrated on hot summer days

The key to staying hydrated during the hot summer months is drinking plenty of water — but different foods can provide ample hydration, too. Failing to eat the right foods can cause a water imbalance, particularly in high temperatures, according to registered dietitian and Trimly coach Kim Shapira in Los Angeles. "Higher temperatures and outdoor activities c...

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Are You Using Your Green Trash Bin?

  We know we’ve got nothing but law-abiding citizens reading the JohnHart blog… riiiight? Well, what about the laws you don’t know about? Now, before you get defensive, hear us out: who here actually knows (and follows) LA’s composting law? You know, the reason you have that green trash bin? It’s not just for yard waste if that&rsqu...

8 ways to beat the Monday blues and have a better workweek

8 ways to beat the Monday blues and have a better workweek WORKPLACE WELLNESSMENTAL HEALTH Clinically reviewed by Dr. Chris Mosunic, PhD, RD, CDCES, MBA Feeling "blah" on a Monday morning? Explore the meaning, and causes, of the Monday blues. Plus, what to do on a Monday to beat the blues and have a good workweek. What are the Monday blues? 6 symptoms of ...

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Green Infrastructure in the Limelight as Exposition Park Project Moves Forward

Featured image credit: Torti Gallas + Partners You’ve heard it’s not easy being green… but it isn’t cheap either. At least judging by the price tag on a huge revamp project headed to Exposition Park beginning later this year. In preparation for Los Angeles hosting the 2028 Summer Olympic games, the state of California has earmarked $351.5 million of its budg...

Stay Safe During the Heat Wave

**Stay Safe During the Heat Wave** As temperatures rise, it's important to take extra precautions to stay safe and healthy. Here are a few tips to help you manage during the heat wave: 1. **Stay Hydrated**: Drink plenty of water, even if you’re not feeling thirsty. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they can dehydrate you.     2. **Stay Indoors**: Whenever possible, s...