Brittney M. Walker  |   OW Staff Writer
Jan 13 2011

Grandma’s cookies launched

LANCASTER, Calif.—The Lancaster Neighborhood Vitalization Commission recognized a group of young entrepreneurs who have started their own baking business called Grandma’s Sweets. Jacob Claypool (8), Glenn Claypool (15), Shaunice Thomas, Ava Claypool (17), Brent Claypool (11), and Abdeena Barrie (11), who are all a part of Future Business Initiative (FBI), came up with the idea and created a business plan, which was presented on Jan. 4 at the LNVC’s monthly meeting.

Jan 13 2011

Pregnant women sought to participate by mail

A landmark research project by the National Children’s Study that the Lancaster City Council has thrown its support behind will begin recruiting participants this month. The Council encourages eligible residents to participate.

In November 2010, the Lancaster City Council presented the UCLA-based team with a resolution in support of the National Children’s Study (NCS). It is called the largest, long-term study of environmental influences on children’s health and development ever conducted in the United States.

Donjai Richardson  |   OW Guest Contributor
Jan 13 2011

Giving back to the community

The Antelope Valley is experiencing a different version of itself of late, especially the city of Lancaster. A complete revision of Lancaster Boulevard, new homes sprouting in the dry desert, and new business ventures have attracted many of its new residents.

But what about the residents with criminal backgrounds who know nothing of how to apply for a job, or the families that struggle financially? More importantly, what about the youth that have encountered problems in school?

Jan 13 2011

One of the most precious gifts one can give

Saturday is the Day of Service in Lancaster, a call to action for all Antelope Valley citizens to serve during the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

 “This is an opportunity for our residents to come together, in the spirit of Dr. King’s legacy, to help shape and transform this city through service,” said Mayor Rex Parris last week. He asked residents to roll up their sleeves and work together to tackle tough projects throughout the city.

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