Despite the protests of relatives and friends of the victims, 21 year old Arcadian Jim Bates will face only misdemeanor charges for the freeway deaths of two people. Bates drove across three traffic lanes in an attempt to make the Baldwin Avenue offramp of the Foothill Freeway. The accident happened on April 16, 1982.
Jill Bowen has been chosen Outstanding Young Woman by the Board of Women Advisors associated with various women's clubs in the country. Biographical information included.
Profile on princess Lisa Ann Bowen, a member of the Arcadia Tournament of Roses Royal Court, to represent Arcadia in the January 1, 1982 Pasadena Rose Parade.
Maria McCann was named 1988 Queen of the Arcadia Tournament of Roses Association Royal Court. Princesses on the Royal Court are Lyn Bowen, Lisa Guiffrida, Jill Johnson, Jennifer "Gigi" Yount.
A "temporary" barricade installed four years ago at San Carlos Road will be removed for a six-month trial. Decision reached by City Council after lengthy discussion.
Arcadia Tournament of Roses Royal Court is pictured together wearing outfits from Buffums. They are Queen Laura Cowan, and princesses Marena Hanrahan, Lisa Bowen, Barbara Hale and Jana Lynn Worsley.
Laura Cowan is crowned queen of the Arcadia Tournament of Roses Royal Court, to represent Arcadia in the January 1, 1982 Pasadena Rose Parade. Princesses Marena Hanrahan, Lisa Bowen, Barbara Hale and Jana Lynn Worsley also pictured.
Helen Weakley will be honored by the Board of Education for outstanding service. She has been a bus driver for the district since 1965. She also trains bus drivers. Biographical notes included.
Arcadia Tournament of Roses Royal Court is pictured together with Michael Allison, manager of the shoe department at The May Co., Arcadia. They are Queen Laura Cowan, and princesses Marena Hanrahan, Lisa Bowen, Barbara Hale and Jana Lynn Worsley.
The death of Sean O'Brien who was killed walking across Campus Drive from the High School, has caused increased concern over the need for greater traffic safety measures in the area.
Construction on the Granada Royale Hometel at Second Avenue and Huntington Drive in Arcadia at least six months behind schedule. The project was to be completed and open by August 13 of this year.
A number of Arcadia Neighborhood Watch groups have planned get-togethers and block parties for August 9. As many as 50 such gatherings are anticipated.
John Allsbury, 39, the Arcadia auto broker accused of felony grand theft, was found guilty of nine felony counts of grand theft and nine misdemeanor counts of operating his auto brokerage without a state license. Sentencing was scheduled for March 9 in Los Angeles Superior Court.
The Board of Education adopted an $18.6 million publication budget but major changes will occur before the final budget is adopted August 3. This budget does not include $300,000 savings from the closure of two elementary schools. The board is considering dropping driver training from the curriculum.
Oak Tree Racing Association's autumn season will begin October 17. The 25 day session offers 16 stakes races with record purses. Several new features including Pick Six wagering will be offered.
Carolyn Searfoss, a bus driver for the Arcadia Unified School District, has been active for 12 years in the Arcadia Music Club, the parent support group for the band and orchestra. Among other things, she attempts to measure and fit some 200 uniforms for members of the band.