- Park Service/Forest Service plan questioned: Rep. Judy Chu is asking questions about a new joint management proposal between the Forest Service and the National Park Service for jointly manage an area in the San Gabriel Mountains, says the LA Times. The proposal would allow the cash-strapped Forest Service to draw upon NPS's resources for additional law enforcement, signage, trail maintenance and services. Louis Sahagun at the LA Times has details..
- Women of Distinction: Speaking of Judy Chu, the congresswoman has hosted her fourth annual Women of Distinction awards or women in her district. Among the awardees is Altadena's Inger Miller: Olympic gold medalist and former Rose Princess, Miller and her business partner moved their Miller-Hawkins Productions event planning company from downtown LA to Altadena, and donate their services to Five Acres. More here.