Murals of Santa Monica receive national acclaim and more are coming: The city’s iconic murals received recognition as the rest of the nation is reminded of what we all already know: the giant paintings that adorn the sides, fronts and backs of many buildings in Santa Monica are among the best and the most beautiful in the country.
A pair of Samohi alumni are tackling the vaping crisis:A new Santa Monica company is working to help curb the use of non cigarette nicotine vaping devices. Jones, an anti-vaping network, was founded by Santa Monica natives Hilary Dubin and Caroline Vasquez Huber to help destigmatize quitting and expand access to resources available to cease the habit. The group combines Nicotine replacement therapy, behavioral support and a judgment-free "quitters" community to help those looking to quit or reduce their vaping.