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Type of site | Digital media platform and newsletter |
|---|---|
| Available in | English |
| URL | https://www.la.curations.cc |
| Commercial | No |
| Launched | January 17, 2023 |
| Current status | Active |
CurationsLA is an independent, community-driven digital media platform and newsletter based in Los Angeles, California. Established in January 2023, it provides hyper-local news and information focused on new restaurant openings, food and dining, business developments, cultural events, activities, things to do, community news, sports, and entertainment across Los Angeles. The platform is accessible at.[1]
CurationsLA publishes content contributed daily by its subscribers, known as "Curators," and aims to represent the diverse voices and experiences of Los Angeles neighborhoods. The platform emphasizes authentic storytelling and concise reporting intended to serve both residents and visitors.
The platform covers updates on Los Angeles’ food scene, local businesses, cultural happenings, and community affairs.
History
[edit]CurationsLA was founded on January 17, 2023, with the goal of providing timely, hyper-local information to Los Angeles residents and visitors. The platform grew from earlier community storytelling efforts in other cities, emphasizing humanized narratives and grassroots engagement. Subscribers, called "Curators," contribute news about restaurant openings, events, business developments, and neighborhood activities. This model supports a free, community-driven approach to local news and cultural coverage.[2]
Curator Storytelling Series
[edit]In addition to news and event coverage, CurationsLA hosts the Curator Storytelling Series, which highlights personal stories from individuals across diverse backgrounds in Los Angeles. This series aims to humanize local voices and showcase experiences from various walks of life. The storytelling archive features notable contributors such as comedian Yelena Friedman, entertainment lawyer Robert Freund, social media personality Peet Montzingo, and others.[3]
The storytelling approach reflects the founder’s earlier work with ShareGVL in Greenville, South Carolina, a community initiative that focused on connecting people through personal stories.[4]
Community Engagement and Initiatives
[edit]CurationsLA leads the LA Youth Influencers + Digital Stewards movement, an initiative supported by LA2050 that focuses on empowering young digital creators and community leaders in Los Angeles.[5]
Subscribers actively submit news, events, and cultural updates daily, supporting a free, community-powered model that emphasizes local voices and grassroots journalism.
References
[edit]- ^ "CurationsLA". CurationsLA. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
- ^ "CurationsLA". CurationsLA. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
- ^ "Curators Archive". CurationsLA. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
- ^ Simpson, Lisa (October 15, 2019). "ShareGVL connecting Greenville on personal levels". Greenville Journal. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
- ^ "LA Youth Influencers + Digital Stewards". LA2050. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
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