> ## 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: Feb 19, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-feb-19-2026/ - Published: 2026-02-19T18:46:09.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-19T18:46:09.000Z - Author: Editor A steady rain early...then remaining cloudy with a few showers. Today: 🌧️ High 57° / Low 41° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 59° / Low 44° ### **First Up** ![LA Galaxy](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/02/15.png) Courtesy of LA Galaxy ### From the Neighborhoods to the World Stage; How the LA Galaxy Are Turning Community Impact Into a World Cup Legacy The LA Galaxy were recently named 2025 Community Impact Club of the Year by Major League Soccer, an honor voted on by all 29 MLS clubs and finalized by league..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/from-the-neighborhoods-to-the-world-stage-how-the-la-galaxy-are-turning-community-impact-into-a-world-cup-legacy/) ### **Close to Home** [Concrete panels clog Santa Monica Channel after the stormLos Angeles Councilwoman Tracy Park took to Instagram this week to update residents on a strange sight just north of Santa Monica where concrete slabs had fallen into the storm drain. She said crews would work to clear the area when it was safe to do so. View this post![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-260.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/storm.png)](https://www.smdp.com/concrete-panels-clog-santa-monica-channel-after-the-storm/) [LA Health System Delivers Record Care Despite Budget CutsLA County Health Services delivered 2.9 million patient visits and served 480,000 patients in 2025 despite budget challenges across 4 hospitals and 23 clinics.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-259.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---LA-County.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-health-services-reports-record-care-delivery-despite-budget-challenges/) [LA 2028 Olympics Unveils Flag Football Emblem at Super BowlNFL and LA28 revealed flag football’s official Olympic emblem during Super Bowl broadcast, marking the sport’s 2028 Los Angeles Olympics debut.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-258.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/unnamed-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/nfl-la28-unveil-flag-football-olympic-emblem-during-super-bowl-broadcast/) [LA County Advances Wildfire Recovery Authority for MountainsLos Angeles County Board of Supervisors approves Disaster Recovery Rebuild Authority for Santa Monica Mountains and Altadena after 2025 wildfires.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-257.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Horvath-2-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/county-board-advances-disaster-recovery-rebuild-authority/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **In Case You Missed It** [Public Input Sought on LA Lincoln Boulevard Bus LanesCaltrans is asking for public feedback until April 17 on extending bus lanes on Lincoln Boulevard through Los Angeles from Venice to Manchester.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-256.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Lincoln.png)](https://www.smdp.com/caltrans-asks-for-input-on-extending-bus-only-lanes-along-lincoln/) [Who’s running for California Insurance Commissioner? Here’s a look at the field of candidatesBy Guest Commentary, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Because of the first anniversary of the devastating Southern California wildfires, CalMatters asked candidates for the 2026 state Insurance Commissioner race to share thoughts on what the state can do to help victims and![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-254.png)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0042.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/whos-running-for-california-insurance-commissioner-heres-a-look-at-the-field-of-candidates/) [Flash floods hit Palisades Fire burn zones, close roadsFlash floods from Monday’s storms caused mudslides on Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway in Palisades Fire burn areas, closing roads.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-253.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image002-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/flash-floods-impact-ongoing-work-in-burn-zones/) [Malibu Invests $415,000 in Education and Wildfire PreparednessMalibu City Council has approved $415,000 in grants to support local education ($315,000) and wildfire preparedness ($100,000) through two community nonprofits.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-252.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---malibu-1-1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-awards-415-000-in-grants-for-education-wildfire-preparedness/) ### Events [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-19T08) Riviera Country Club Thu. Feb 19 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [ **The Genesis Invitational: Thursday Admission** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-genesis-invitational-thursday-admission/17408701/2026-02-19T07) The Riviera Country Club Thu. Feb 19 7:00AM 1250 Capri, Pacific Palisades [ **JBNZO** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/jbnzo/17932598/2026-02-19T21) Harvelle's Santa Monica Thu. Feb 19 9:30PM 1432 4th St,, Santa Monica [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-20T08) Riviera Country Club Fri. Feb 20 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [ **The Night Sky Show** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-night-sky-show/18045435/2026-02-20T18) (MSB 126 Planetarium) Fri. Feb 20 6:00PM Math & Science Building, 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Downtown Walking Tour** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/downtown-walking-tour/15830816/2026-02-21T10) Hosteling Intl. Sat. Feb 21 10:00AM 1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-21T08) Riviera Country Club Sat. Feb 21 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [ **Perry's Beach Club | SATURDAY 2/21** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/perrys-beach-club-saturday-221/18044764/2026-02-21T15) Sat. Feb 21 3:00PM 930 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica [ **Amor Film Festival** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/amor-film-festival/18088936/2026-02-22T00) Illusion Magic Lounge Sun. Feb 22 12:00AM 1418 4th St, Santa Monica [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-22T08) Riviera Country Club Sun. Feb 22 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/021926.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)