> ## 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 20, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-feb-20-2026/ - Published: 2026-02-20T19:44:11.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-20T20:05:52.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny to partly cloudy. Today: 🌤️ High 59° / Low 43° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 67° / Low 49° ### **First Up** ![Pier Bridge](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/02/DSC_0025.JPG) SMDP photo ### Moomat Ahiko closure to last another week in preparation for major Pier Bridge replacement work The two week closure of the Moomat Ahiko Way off-ramp from southbound Pacific Coast Highway has had little impact on the city’s traffic flow so far as construction crews..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/moomat-ahiko-closure-to-last-another-week-in-preparation-for-major-pier-bridge-replacement-work/) ### **Close to Home** [LA Mayor Bass Under Fire for Ghana Trip During Deadly BlazeLos Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces criticism for traveling to Ghana during the 2025 Palisades Fire that killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,800 structures in Malibu and LA.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-266.png)SMDPEditor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/shutterstock_2595862083.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/karen-bass-frontrunner-for-hypocrite-of-the-year/) [Santa Monica Senator Slams EPA Climate Rule RepealSanta Monica State Senator Ben Allen criticized EPA’s repeal of greenhouse gas regulations, vowing California will continue climate protections.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-263.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Ben-Allen-2-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/california-senator-blasts-epas-repeal-of-endangerment-finding/) [A former political ally tests LA liberals’ allegiance to Mayor Karen BassBy Jim Newton, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The race for mayor of Los Angeles is underway and will unfold along lines few expected, featuring City Councilmember Nithya Raman as a real threat — if still an underdog — to Mayor Karen Bass. And![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-265.png)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/kb-kickoff-image-_-1m-1.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/a-former-political-ally-tests-la-liberals-allegiance-to-mayor-karen-bass/) [Fire Recovery Expo Feb. 22 in Pacific PalisadesMalibu Pacific Palisades Chamber hosts recovery expo Feb. 22, 11am-3pm at Alma Real & La Cruz Drive with contractors, architects, panel talks for fire victims.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-262.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/unnamed-1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/chamber-of-commerce-to-host-recovery-expo-for-fire-affected-residents-feb-22/) [Santa Monica Lunar New Year & Mardi Gras CelebrationsCelebrate Lunar New Year at Santa Monica Place Feb 21, Venice Beach Mardi Gras Feb 22, plus jazz nights, art shows, and dining events in LA.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-261.png)SMDPSean Besser![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Lunar-New-Year_Courtesy-of-Santa-Monica-Place--1-.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/around-town-lunar-new-years-and-mardi-gras-celebrations/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [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/) ### Events [ **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 [ **Santa Monica Airport Antique Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/santa-monica-airport-antique-market/15831601/2026-02-22T08) Santa Monica Airport Sun. Feb 22 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/14970341/2026-02-22T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Feb 22 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Karaoke Mondays at The Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/karaoke-mondays-at-the-whaler/17408730/2026-02-23T00) 101 Broadway Mon. Feb 23 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/022026.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)