The Downey Legend

Discussing the macabre

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor March 21, 2012

Students in the Expository Reading and Writing Course (ERWC) discuss the functions and implications of genocide throughout Feb. and March to better understand the world and the ramifications of their actions....

Culture and a show

Culture and a show

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor February 29, 2012

Gathered at the Barber Shop at 9204 Florence Ave to spread some culture, poets from all around Los Angeles gathered to recite poetry and grow from one another’s critiques. The works ranged from humorous...

A call to action

A call to action

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor February 29, 2012

An assortment of protestors gathered at the corner of Imperial Hwy. and Paramount Blvd. on Jan. 28 to protest the Downey Police Department and City Council for what they claimed was their lack of  police...

Coming together

Coming together

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor February 29, 2012

With the passing away of Evelyn Garcia’s mother, Downey High School held fundraisers in order to help the Garcia family in their time of need. Teachers and other faculty members who personally knew Garcia...

Tierra Luna

Tierra Luna

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor January 22, 2012

Recently passed on Dec. 21 by Mayor Brossmer and the City Council, the “Tierra Luna” building project is expected to create within 3,000+ jobs in Downey to revitalize the city’s economy. Tierra Luna,...

Downey sends their work afloat

Downey sends their work afloat

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor January 22, 2012

The Downey Rose Float Association garnered an award for the “Enchanted Paradise” float, constructed with the help of the community, on Jan. 1, 2012, at the 123rd Pasadena Tournament of Roses. Designed...

Cuban Competition

Cuban Competition

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor December 16, 2011

With the hustle and bustle of city life thriving around it, the Tropicana, a Cuban bakery and café, invites onlookers into its homey interior to purchase their delicious goods. Likewise, Porto's Bakery...

New Mayor, new laws

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor December 16, 2011

As the night grew dark on Nov. 22, Downey officials and citizens alike gathered at the city hall to discuss and debate future regulations and statutes. The meeting commenced with the traditional flag salute...

Game on!

Game on!

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor December 16, 2011

Determined to defeat one another for the glory of being named Yu-Gi-Oh champion, players gather in the library every morning and lunch to test their card playing skills, decks, and strategies. Yu-Gi-Oh,...

Downey feels the vibe

Downey feels the vibe

Gustavo Ramirez, Opinions Editor November 24, 2011

With their eyes imbued by the works of art created by Downey residents, patrons to the Urban Renaissance Art Show gained insight into the creative endeavors of the community on Oct 10, 2011 at the Civic...

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