Now Uncle Sam Approved!

Now Uncle Sam Approved!

I'm pleased to announce our official recognition by the IRS as a bona fide tax exempt organization, as of December 7, 2021. As a 501(c)(3), donors can deduct contributions made under IRC Section 170. We're also qualified to receive "tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106 or 2522".

Our Mission: to promote here

What does all this mean for Long Beach and the general South Bay area? For area landmarks, groups and small businesses, it means free publicity. We want to tell everyone how cool this area is, for travel, tourism and daily life; and have fun doing it.

More Interviews!

Up until the management change at KLBP-FM, I was providing audio tours and walking interviews towards this goal, and the station broadcast a few every Sunday.

Now that the pandemic seems to be waning, we're ready to resume recording & interviewing, perhaps with some video this time around. We want them to be interesting and fun too, just like before.

More help!

But Interview recording, production and editing takes money or volunteers. We have a little bit of both, but we sure could use more. With this official letter 1076 from the IRS, we're hoping for the kindness of friends.

If there's something or some place you'd like me to cover in a segment, let me know.

If you have related experience and would like to volunteer technically, we'd love to hear from you.

Thanks.

 

Alan Holden

From the Long Beach Post

September 17, 2025
These high-tech toilets tracked each flush; Long Beach decided they’re worth paying for

After months of testing, the city has decided to keep renting several time-limited restrooms that proved popular. The one at Belmont Pier was the second busiest in the nation.

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September 17, 2025
Long Beach launches early childhood mental health program

The city of Long Beach is launching a series of trainings aimed at families and childcare providers to support the mental health of young children. 

The post Long Beach launches early childhood mental health program appeared first on Long Beach Post News.

September 17, 2025
1 dead, 3 hurt when crash sends truck careening through wall on 7th Street

Firefighters had to pull people from the wreckage and rush them to the hospital.

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September 17, 2025
LA28 announces tickets for 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will go on sale soon. Here’s how to get them

Single tickets will start at $28.

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