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Good morning to you Malibu! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Malibu sinkhole swallows driveway as high surf batters coastline
  • How dangerous will Malibu's surf get before Friday night?
  • What Malibu's erosion worries could mean for Pacific Coast Highway

Also on today's calendar: Ladies Love Sushi Party RSVP Required and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 82, low: 72.
  • Friday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Malibu Driveway Collapses Into Sinkhole As High Surf Pounds Coast (patch.com) — Malibu residents are being reminded of the power of coastal erosion after pounding surf opened a massive sinkhole under a Sea Level Drive East beachfront driveway, rupturing a gas line but causing no injuries. Fire crews, gas company workers, and Malibu Building and Safety officials responded to secure utilities and assess the home's structural integrity as high surf and coastal flood advisories remained in effect.
   

2. Beach hazards statement affecting Los Angeles County beaches until early Friday (dailynews.com) — Malibu beaches are under a National Weather Service beach hazards statement through midnight Friday, with dangerous rip currents, strong surf, and possible beach erosion expected. Residents are urged to stay out of the water, avoid rocks and jetties, and protect flood‑prone property while impacts peak tonight and remain elevated into Thursday.
   

3. Orange County coastline faces possibility of significant erosion with El Niño looming (wishtv.com) — Malibu is among the Los Angeles County communities warning state officials about worsening coastal erosion, especially along Pacific Coast Highway, as powerful surf and an expected El Niño winter threaten shorelines. Recent damage and closures in Orange County highlight the kind of impacts Malibu residents could face if storms intensify and sea levels keep eating away at local beaches.
   

4. Los Angeles County sues State Farm over alleged mishandling of Palisades, Eaton Fire claims — The Malibu Times (malibutimes.com) — Los Angeles County has sued State Farm, accusing the insurer of delaying, denying, and underpaying claims from the 2025 Palisades and Eaton fires, including for Malibu homeowners. Officials say hundreds of complaints allege systemic underpayments and mishandled smoke-damage claims, while Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, who represents affected Malibu residents, is backing the push for what she calls justice for survivors.
   

5. On California's Central Coast, an Indoor-Outdoor Museum Connects Visitors With Centuries of Chumash Heritage (cntraveler.com subscription) — Malibu sits at the southern edge of the Chumash people's ancestral homeland, which now includes the new Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary along the Central Coast. A recently opened Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center invites visitors to explore Indigenous history, language, and cultural practices through immersive exhibits, classes, and youth programs.
   

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    Wednesday September 9
  • Room Parent Meeting
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    8:45 am
  • Emerging Leaders Coffee @ SNV2 Indoor Golf →
    Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce SVN2 Indoor Golf 3311 Grande Vista Dr. Newbury Park, CA 91320
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  • LQBTQ+ Advisory Council Meeting
    Conejo Valley Unified SD 2801 Atlas Ave. - University Center MPR
    9:30 am
    • Thursday September 10
  • Spring Picture Day!
    Lang Ranch Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
  • (BBN) Business Breakfast Networking Group →
    Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce Greater 600 Hampshire Rd #200 Westlake Village, CA 91361
    7:30 am
  • Spark Networking Group →
    Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce Greater 600 Hampshire Rd #200 Westlake Village, CA 91361
    9:00 am
  • Board of Directors Meeting
    Calabasas Chamber of Commerce via Zoom Meeting Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89429653502?pwd=cHBCYXBIbDBKUlg5NWRxTnhleThrdz09 Meeting ID: 894 2965 3502 Passcode: 657754
    5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Malibu Chili Cookoff is open.
    Muddy, but open. Beaches are open also, contrary to scary headline from the city. (Nextdoor Western Malibu)
  • 9:20 AM MONDAY STORM UPDATE: Malibu beaches are under severe stress, and PCH traffic is getting blasted with ocean water west of Malibu, as more than an inch of rain fell from this September hurricane slopover storm.
    Although rain may be ending, yet another potential heat wave may be cooking up for Malibu. Fortunately this one may be relatively short lived. https… (Nextdoor Western Malibu)
  • Bob Smith BMW, Mini & Volvo posted a job opening for BMW/MINI Service Porter in Calabasas. Apply here.
  • Albertsons Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Meat - Seafood Clerk in Simi Valley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Malibu here.

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