February 11, 2025

Out and About

Members of the South Bay Sunrise Rotary Club display dictionaries provided to every third-grade student in Torrance Unified School District.

Donna Attends Rotary Distribution of Dictionaries to Students

Pat Sandt, President of the South Bay Sunrise Rotary Club, extended an invitation to join the South Bay Sunrise Rotary Club in the distribution of dictionaries to third-grade students at Hickory Elementary School. Beginning the week of January 29th, Rotarians from three local South Bay Rotary Service Clubs began to distribute a brand new dictionary to every Torrance Unified School District third-grade student. Read More...

News

First Responders Appreciation Event

Tuesday, Feb. 11

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

City Hall Lobby (3031 Torrance Blvd.)

The City invites the community to show appreciation for the Torrance Fire and Police Departments as we recognize their dedication and efforts during the Eaton and Palisades Fires.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend: TorranceCA.Gov/ThankYou

Trump Steps Up His 2018 Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum, Risking Inflation on Promise of More Jobs

President Donald Trump on Monday removed the exceptions and exemptions from his 2018 tariffs on steel, meaning that all steel imports will be taxed at a minimum of 25%. Trump also hiked his 2018 aluminum tariffs to 25% from 10%. Read More...

Workplace Violence Rule: CalChamber Urges Changes

Cal/OSHA held the first open discussion of its workplace violence safety regulation for general industry at an all-day advisory committee meeting on January 24. A California Chamber of Commerce-led coalition of employers presented comments and concerns about the proposed draft rule. Read More...

Air Products grand opening ribbon-cutting.

Air Products Now Operating Hydrogen Refueling Station in Torrance, California

LEHIGH VALLEY, PA (February 5, 2025) – Air Products (NYSE:APD), the world’s largest supplier of hydrogen and a first-mover in clean hydrogen megaprojects to drive the energy transition, announced today it has signed an agreement to now operate an existing hydrogen refueling station located in Torrance, California. Read More...

Navigating Torrance’s Soft-Story Ordinance: What Property Owners Need to Know

The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to the upcoming Government Affairs Policy (GAP) meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM. Narek Ekmekjan, Vice President of Optimum Seismic, will provide key insights into Torrance’s Soft-Story Ordinance, focusing on compliance and retrofitting requirements. Read More...

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Chamber to Honor Community Leaders at the 24th Annual Black History Celebration

The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 24th Annual Black History Celebration on February 13, bringing together business and community leaders to honor individuals making a lasting impact in the Torrance Area. This year’s celebration will recognize five distinguished honorees for their leadership, service, and contributions to the community. Read More...

Left to right: Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District) and Congressman Ted Lieu (36th District).

Chamber to Host State of the Region Address with Waters and Lieu

The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to attend the State of the Region Address on February 18, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance – South Bay. This event provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District) and Congressman Ted Lieu (36th District) as they discuss key legislative updates and regional initiatives that will shape the business landscape. This event is an essential gathering for business leaders looking to stay informed and engaged. Read More...

Industry Experts to Discuss the Future of Healthcare in the South Bay

The healthcare industry is constantly evolving, with new challenges and innovations shaping the way care is delivered. To address these critical changes, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting "2025: Navigating the Intersection of Business & Healthcare" on February 19, 2025, at Sunrider International in Torrance. This event will feature a panel discussion with executives from Kaiser Permanente, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, and UCLA Health, focusing on pressing topics impacting healthcare today. Read More...

Leadership Torrance was welcomed to the Port of Long Beach last Thursday. The cohort was provided a tour of the Joint Command and Control Center and a boat tour of the Port of Long Beach. Appreciation is extended to Bridgett Lewis, Manager of Homeland Security for the Port of Long Beach, for coordinating the visit and to all of those who shared their knowledge with the cohort.

Connect Through Engaging Topic Table Discussions at YPG

The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to the Young Professionals Group (YPG) Networking Event at Hermosa Brewing Company Torrance on Thursday, February 20th, at 5:00 PM. This exclusive gathering offers an opportunity to connect with fellow professionals while engaging in topic table discussions on workplace skills, leadership development, work-life balance, technology trends, and personal branding.

Brennen Portalski of CAREonsite, who attended the last Young Professionals Group event, shared, “It was a fun way to connect with other young professionals in the community, and it was also my first time participating in this type of activity. I appreciated the opportunity to build meaningful connections in such a dynamic setting.”