Zambezi Bazaar needs your support
Like many small retail shops, this Leimert Park store relies on the community’s help to keep their doors open.
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The Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: Dorsey’s Kyle LaFlora
LaFlora has a 3.7 GPA, and he is interested in playing baseball and majoring in aerospace engineering at an HBCU.
TEC Leimert is bridging the wealth gap by decreasing the digital divide
Locals in today’s workforce and business owners greatly benefit from this technology conference. The next conference is September 25, 2021.
West Angeles CDC’s career fair brings employers to the community
The Crenshaw Community Career Fair takes place on October 28.
Many locals are unaware of Park Mesa Heights
Hyde Park, Angeles Mesa, and View Heights are all a part of the Park Mesa Heights Neighborhood Council.
100 Black Men of Los Angeles greatly enhances students’ chances of making it to college
The organization features programs such as Young Black Scholars and Pathways to Success.
Leimert Park Village may close off streets to vehicle traffic to increase business
The village attracts massive crowds on weekends, but not during the week. Community leaders are looking to increase foot traffic and business on a daily basis.
J3 Collection is Leimert Park’s new high-end photography studio and art gallery
Justin Jackson’s photography portfolio has been heavily influenced by African American music and culture.
Grilled Fraiche is Park Mesa Height’s new health food establishment
Edwin “Chef E Dubble” Redway and Marshawn “Peace & Love” Williams are giving their community a healthy food option.
American Heart Foundation launches the Community S.T.E.P.S. program at Jackie Tatum/Harvard Recreation Center
The launch celebration also featured the expansion of the Community Safety Partnership with the LAPD.