Torrance Historical Places of Interest

The Torrance Historical Society  began a 1983 program of placing bronze Plaques on Torrance landmarks that were deemed worthy of recognition. Each plaque is headed by historic building/landmark” followed by landmark name, historic dates and Torrance Historical...

Skechers Walk is This Weekend

This Sunday October 26, 2014 is the Skechers Walk.It is to support children with special needs and education. The walk is produced by SKECHERS USA and co-produced by The Friendship Circle. The SKECHERS Foundation exists to strengthen communities all over the world,...

Rates Reach Lowest of the Year

Freddie Mac  today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing average fixed mortgage rates hitting new lows for the year as 10-year bond yields briefly dipped below 2 percent. At 3.97 percent the average 30-year fixed rate is at its...
The Tired History of the Hawthorne Mall

The Tired History of the Hawthorne Mall

The Hawthorne Mall as it was known to locals or the Hawthorne Plaza began construction 1975. What was once the location of the Hawthorne Plaza Theater. The building included several anchor tenants like the Broadway in the Middle, JC Penny on the South, and Montgomery...

Be Not Afraid

On Columbus Day, this Monday the kids are out, but the local Torrance Police Department will be training at the Torrance High School Campus. So be not afraid if you hear what sounds like shooting. Advisory: Police / Fire training on 10-13-14 from 8-11AM at Torrance...

Who Are the Largest Employers in Torrance

http://gty.im/483476881 The largest employers in Torrance in order largest down. Toyota Torrance Memorial Medical Center American Honda Providence Little Company of Mary Honeywell Robinson Helicopter Alcoa Fastening Systems Hi-Shear Corp L-3 Communications ExxonMobil...

360 In Hawthorne

One of the South Bays newest communities is 360 by William Lyons Homes. Right across the way from The Airforce Base is a community perfect for short South Bay commutes. Or if you happen to have a longer 405 commute. The on ramp is a block from the gated entrance. Take...