> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.smdp.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Newsletter: Dec 26, 2025 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-dec-26-2025/ - Published: 2025-12-26T20:42:32.000Z - Updated: 2025-12-26T20:42:32.000Z - Author: Editor ### **Front & Center** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2025/12/TJs-Wilshire.webp) ### Trader Joe's buys former Rite Aid for $22 million Trader Joe's has purchased the former Rite Aid property at 1331 Wilshire Blvd. for $22 million. The acquisition comes after Santa Monica City Council corrected zoning issues that had complicated efforts to find a new tenant for the 17,800-square-foot building...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/trader-joes-buys-former-rite-aid-for-22-million/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184437/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184437/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **Close to Home** [LA County Declares Emergency as Winter Storm Batters RegionThe Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has issued a local emergency proclamation as a powerful winter storm continued to pummel the region![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-40.png)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/rain.png)](https://www.smdp.com/la-county-declares-emergency-as-winter-storm-batters-region/) [Waymo Sues Santa Monica to Keep 24-Hour EV Charging SitesWaymo filed a lawsuit against Santa Monica to prevent restrictions on its 24-hour Broadway EV charging facilities following noise and light complaints from residents.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-41.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/waymo.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/waymo-beats-santa-monica-to-the-courthouse-with-surprise-lawsuit/) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2025/12/image-6.png) ### **In Case You Missed** [Santa Monica’s 30-Year Bright Light Deal: $8M Annually for Digital SignsSanta Monica City Council unanimously approved installing 16 digital signs on the Promenade, each generating $500,000 annually despite concerns from Downtown Santa Monica Inc.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-38.png)SMDPDevan Sipher![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Billboard2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/may-your-days-be-merry-and-bright-but-mostly-bright/) [Google Preserves Route 66 History With AI Ahead of CentennialGoogle has launched an interactive digital hub preserving Route 66 history using AI, showcasing 33 roadside attractions including Santa Monica’s endpoint.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-39.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---image.png)](https://www.smdp.com/google-launches-ai-powered-route-66-digital-archive-ahead-of-historic-highways-centennial/) [Pacific Palisades Developer Plans LA Breakaway After WildfireDeveloper Elaine Culotti is leading a Pacific Palisades secession movement from Los Angeles after the city’s poor response to wildfire debris removal and recovery efforts.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-32.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image1.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/from-ashes-to-action-elaine-culottis-plan-for-the-palisades-to-rebuild-and-break-away-from-los-angeles/) ### **Events** [ **Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/live-music-fridays-at-the-surfing-fox/14385252/2025-12-26T18) 120 Colorado Ave Fri. Dec 26 6:00PM CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more, Santa Monica [ **Beginner Reformer Pilates at Good Body Pilates Studio** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/beginner-reformer-pilates-at-good-body-pilates-studio/16094481/2025-12-27T10) Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica Sat. Dec 27 10:00AM Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2025-12-27T08) Beach lot 5 South Sat. Dec 27 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **Yarniacs of Mar Vista** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/yarniacs-of-mar-vista/15607065/2025-12-27T11) Mar Vista Branch Library Sat. Dec 27 11:00AM 12006 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles [ **Santa Monica Airport Antique Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/santa-monica-airport-antique-market/15831601/2025-12-28T08) Santa Monica Airport Sun. Dec 28 8:00AM 2800-3200 Airport Ave, Santa Monica [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2025-12-28T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Dec 28 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2025-12-30T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Dec 30 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Tech & Tasks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tech-tasks/16225799/2025-12-30T16) Pico Branch Library Tue. Dec 30 4:00PM 2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica [ **Tuesday Open Mic** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tuesday-open-mic/16004734/2025-12-30T22) Westside Comedy Theater Tue. Dec 30 10:00PM 1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica