Welcome to the news archives of May S. Ruiz, local writer for Hey SoCal (formerly Beacon Media News)!

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Masters of Taste has Pivotal Role in USHS plan to end homelessness
Also published on 2 April 2026 on Hey SoCal Masters of Taste 2026 host chefs Vanessa and Thomas Tilaka-Kalb of Agnes. | Photo by May S Ruiz / Hey SoCal Masters of Taste, Southern California’s premier food festival held its media preview night on Wednesday, March 25 at the Rose Bowl’s Court of Champions. In…
Pasadena Buddhist Temple Celebrates Completed ‘Healing and Hope’ Mural
Also published on 24 March 2026 on Hey SoCal The completed “Healing and Hope” mural unveiled. | Photo courtesy of the Pasadena Buddhist Temple The Pasadena Buddhist Temple celebrated the completion of the “Healing and Hope” mural at 3 pm on Sunday, March 22. The brainchild of Kyoko Gibbs, wife of the temple’s spiritual leader…
Norton Simon Museum Exhibits Galka Scheyer Collection
Also published on 2 March 2026 on Hey SoCal Alexei Jawlensky. Mystical Head, 1917. | Photo courtesy of the Norton Simon Museum, The Blue Four Galka Scheyer Collection An intimate exhibition at the Norton Simon Museum, called “Dear Little Friend: Impressions of Galka Scheyer,” focuses on the art dealer and promoter’s close relationship with the…
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