She takes on life with the urgency of a firefighter. No time for waffling. No interest in double-talk. Tomorrow’s work must be completed today … right now.
Author Archives: Merdies Hayes
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Porter Ranch gas leak becomes one of nation’s largest disasters
It’s been a little more than three months since natural gas began leaking in Porter Ranch. The glaring lack of information disseminated to residents, nearby communities and the Los Angeles Basin, in general, has led to uncertainty about everyone’s long-term health.
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Local oil site mired in controversy
Residents near the Freeport-McMoRan oil drilling site on Jefferson Boulevard
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Drug abuse begins with ‘fun’ experience but usually results in agony, tragedy
Heroin use and addiction is reportedly skyrocketing in Los Angeles County and across the nation.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reported in late 2014 that an increasing number of teens and adults in southern California are using heroin.
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YOLO Challenge provides incentive to lose weight and stay in shape
Just after the ring of the bell heralding the New Year, millions of persons nationwide promise themselves and their loved one that they’ll pay more attention to physical fitness. They’ll vow to exercise more and take off the extra pounds.
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Glenn Frey leaves musical memories
A generation of rock ‘n roll fans mourned again this week upon the death of Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey. The leader of arguably the most popular American rock band of the 1970s died in New York from complications of rheumatoid arthritis, acute ulcerative colitis and pneumonia. He was 67.
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Baseball legend Monte Irvin dies
Monte Irvin, one of the first African Americans to play in Major League Baseball, died in Houston, Texas ,this week. He was 96.
Regarded as one of the best hitters and all-around players in the Negro Leagues, Irvin was a sensation for the Newark Eagles, making five All Star teams.
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Iman comments on death of David Bowie
Iman this week posted a series of heartfelt Facebook messages upon the death of her husband David Bowie. The former supermodel had been married to the rock ’n roll legend for 23 years.
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OneLINC program seeks volunteers; MLK Day of Service event tomorrow
The city of Lancaster is touting its successful OneLINC volunteer
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Popular films, unique art, classic jazz usher in season at Palmdale Playhouse
Classic films, unique art exhibitions and the best in jazz are just a part of the exciting presentations scheduled this winter through spring at the Palmdale Playhouse.