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Makena Huey

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‘In it until the wheels fall off:’ Childcare providers discuss impact of coronavirus

Posted on August 4, 2020March 13, 2021 by makeup_by_makena

When the pandemic began, Bibi Carpenter, center director of University City KinderCare, warned the teachers about its impact.

Locals defy COVID regulations to save neighbor’s life

Posted on July 11, 2020March 13, 2021 by makeup_by_makena

Ever since quarantine began, Peter and Alyce, along with their three young children, have been taking walks around their San Carlos neighborhood to get exercise and fresh air. On April 11, the day before Easter, the family decided to take a shortcut home — a route they had never taken before.

City Council approves $15.1 million rental assistance, renews eviction moratorium

Posted on July 3, 2020March 13, 2021 by makeup_by_makena

San Diego City Council approved a $15.1 million rent relief program and extended the eviction moratorium Tuesday to help residents who are struggling financially due to the coronavirus. 

July News Briefs

Posted on July 3, 2020December 21, 2020 by makeup_by_makena

Press Releases compiled, arranged and edited by Makena Huey

Calls keep seniors struggling with social isolation connected

Posted on June 28, 2020March 13, 2021 by makeup_by_makena

People 65 years and older are at high-risk for severe illness from COVID-19, but during a time when staying home and social distancing are essential to remaining healthy, this same age group is also at risk for something else: loneliness.  

There Is No LGBTQ+ History Without Black History

Posted on June 12, 2020March 13, 2021 by makeup_by_makena

From the initial riot that inspired June’s Pride month parades to the protests occurring around the world in response to the murder of George Floyd, both had the same goal: ending the police brutality of a marginalized community.

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Joseph Adler was enjoying a relaxing Sunday evening in front of the TV when a news segment about Polish families offering their homes to Ukrainian refugees caught his attention. The Ventura County district attorney’s office has joined prosecutors statewide in opposing proposed regulations that could result in the early release of thousands of violent offenders. When Tony Ayala stands at the podium and delivers the commencement speech for California Lutheran University’s Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals program, he will have overcome years of self-doubt. Yoga instructor Robert Graham stood at the front of the room as a group of older adults watched closely. Cities, counties and other government agencies have little choice when the services they provide involve gas-powered vehicles and equipment. Dylan Grossberger has watched the progress on the North Pleasant Valley Groundwater Desalter every day on his way to class for the past three years. For the first time since the pandemic, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District board members disagreed over whether they should be allowed to participate in district meetings remotely. City Councilmember Tony Trembley has withdrawn his request for the council to consider rescinding the general plan amendment referral that would allow for homes to be built on the Camarillo Springs Golf Course. As his students program spherical robots to navigate a maze made of blue tape and plastic cups, Jesus Vaca’s vision is becoming a reality.

AWARDS

ACP Newspaper & Online Pacemaker | The Pepperdine Graphic
CMA Best Special Issue | The Graphic Special Edition Spring 2021
ACP Magazine Pacemaker Finalist | Currents Magazine Spring 2020
LA Press Club – Best College Newspaper 3rd Place
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