North Long Beach gang member-turned author carves a name for himself in publishing world
Being a published writer has opened doors for Stanley James II that someone with his background could only dream of opening.
Being a published writer has opened doors for Stanley James II that someone with his background could only dream of opening.
Thunder Studios is breaking the mold in entertainment, proving that start-studded productions don’t just happen in Hollywood anymore.
Donnie Waters was born and raised as a Mexican American in Long Beach, and aside from the obvious get-that-bag goal, his greatest intentions with his music is to inspire and, in a way, console other people with unavoidable traumas that spawn from poverty, “race wars,” death or obstacles of an immigrant life.
The scene at the outdoor patio of the Uptown Commons complex almost looked like those from a time before the coronavirus: live music, families and “grand opening” signs.
The Uptown Commons retail development will be taking over an empty, two-acre lot at 6600 Atlantic Ave. in North Long Beach.
The new shop, celebrating its grand opening thanks to owners Sergio and Carmen Villavicencio, follows the rich history of the paletería.
The Uptown Commons, one of three major North Long Beach developments, announced three new restaurants in its list of tenants.
Long Beach Beer Lab will create a new taproom while joining other businesses like Tierra Mia and BurgerIM in The Uptown in North Long Beach.
Councilman Rex Richardson hosted an unveiling Saturday morning for the latest mural in North Long Beach