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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Petros closed in Manhattan Beach after 21 years of service
  • How a Manhattan Beach standout could shake up UCLA volleyball

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Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 76 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Monday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 77, low: 68.
  • Tuesday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 75 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Petros Working on Something Secret at New Location (whatnow.com) — A beloved Manhattan Beach restaurant, Petros on Manhattan Beach Boulevard, has closed after 21 years, with owners thanking local diners for their longtime support. The team is shifting its focus to a new "Petros Speakeasy" concept in Playa del Rey, next door to its existing café, while continuing to operate its West Hollywood location and other California restaurants.
   

• Film Breakdown: UCLA men's volleyball strengthens team with 3 versatile transfers (dailybruin.com) — A former Mira Costa High School volleyball standout from Manhattan Beach, Thatcher Fahlbusch, is transferring to UCLA and reuniting with his high school teammate Grayson Bradford. The article explains how Fahlbusch and two other transfers could reshape the Bruins' lineup, noting his chance to become a key offensive weapon after limited playing time at Hawaiʻi.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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