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  • Why are Culver City’s bike lanes suddenly a much brighter green?
  • How Culver City’s latest council votes could shape next year’s budget
  • How Culver City police used a drone to contain a creekside fire

Also on today's calendar: Not a house...a Lifestyle: Open Sunday 1-4 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What dries when it gets wet? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Low clouds, then sunshine, with a high of 69 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Sunday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 69, low: 57.
  • Monday: A shower possible, with a high of 68 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Brighter Green Bike Lanes Arrive In Culver City (westsidecurrent.com) — Culver City is rolling out brighter green paint in its bike lanes to make people on bikes more visible to drivers, especially at intersections and driveways. Approved by the City Council in March, the new color ties into ongoing mobility work along Washington Boulevard and near the E Line, aiming for safer, lower-maintenance streets for local riders and drivers alike.    

2. Funding allocated, subcommittees reorganized at council meeting (culvercitynews.org) — Culver City’s council approved major bond funding recommendations and folded several ad hoc subcommittees into a new combined body, shaping next year’s budget and policy work. Members also backed a World Cup screening in Downtown Culver City, restructured public safety oversight, and took official positions on two state bills affecting civil rights and police secondary employment.    

3. Arson suspect arrested after brush fire breaks out near La Ballona Creek (westsidetoday.com) — A midweek brush fire along La Ballona Creek near Hayden Place drew a major response from Culver City police and firefighters, who quickly contained the flames and protected nearby buildings. Crews used a police drone for real-time aerial views while monitoring hot spots late into the night, and a suspect is now in custody on reckless arson charges as investigators continue their work.    

4. We Got Brazil At Home: How To Tap Into Rio's Energy Without Leaving The US (travelnoire.com) — If you’re craving Brazilian vibes close to home, this guide points you straight to “Little Brazil” spots in Palms and Culver City, including Esquina Brasil. It explains how to recreate Rio’s beachy, music-filled energy across several U.S. cities, with tips on food, nightlife, and wellness that Culver City residents can easily tap into now.    


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  • What is a good breakfast/brunch place on Culver blvd near TJ and around that area.
    If it has outdoor seating and dogs are allowed will make it perfect! Ty (Nextdoor 3 Culver Parks East)
  • Hey neighbors, looking for advice.
    I’ve already asked a neighbor directly to pick up after their dog, but it’s still happening. I also have it on video a few times. What’s the best way… (Nextdoor McManus)
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  • Kellermeyer Bergensons Services posted a job opening for Janitorial Crew Member in Culver City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Culver City here.

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