Archive for December, 2007
Southland Streets: The Untold Stories
L.A.’s love affair with the automobile has left a special mark on the Southland: a massive tangle of streets bearing iconic names. Some are wistfully romantic-sounding, others obviously named for historic figures or events. But more often than not for us modern-day commuters, the monikers are merely puzzling signposts to a forgotten past.
If you’ve ever wondered about the history behind your neighborhood route, click on over to KPCC’s Street Stories Blog. I ran across the site entirely by accident the other day and found myself quickly engulfed. KPCC Radio (89.3 FM) reporter Kitty Felde has amassed quite a collection of quirky tidbits about SoCal’s many roadways — a collection that continues to grow.
History buffs will especially appreciate reading/listening to the “When the Streets Had No Names” and “Long and Winding Roads” features at the top of the page. Plus, you can even suggest your own avenues for investigation via the blog’s comment section. Consider it a pleasant drive down Memory Lane.
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