Wednesday, February 24, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Good and bad news for Burbank

Burbank has not escaped the bumps and bruises of the brutal recession, but yesterday it got some good news from one of the top financial agencies. Standard and Poor’s upgraded Burbank’s credit rating to “AAA,” the highest grade possible. S&P credited the Media City with a strong local economy, steady tax base, low debt, high reserve balance, and attractive location in […]

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Sprinkles and cloudy skies in the Southland

The umbrella is becoming almost a daily necessity in the Southland these days. There are reports of sprinkles from cloudy skies in various places and cities this morning and later today, that light rain could turn into showers. Even if we don’t get a measurable amount of rain from this storm, a second is on the way for Friday and it’s packing more of […]

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Mega Millions jackpot still up for grabs — at least $99 million!

Another rollover in the Mega Millions lottery game. No player in yesterday’s draw had all the winning numbers: 04, 16, 36, 40, 53, and the Mega ball 18. In California, one lucky ticket carried the five winning numbers, but not the Mega, and it’s worth $215,488. The next game is on Friday, February 26.