Mountain Views News, Combined Edition Saturday, July 31, 2021

Mountain View News Saturday, July 31, 2021 8MONROVIA HS GRAD: OLYMPIAN CRAVON GILLESPIE 
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COVID-19: REDUCING RISK 
KEEPING SAFE & PREVENTING SPREAD 

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Monrovia’s own Cravon Gillespie will be competing in the 4x100 meter relay next week. Mark your 
calendars and schedule time to watch and cheer on Cravon and Team USA. 

Cravon Tommy Gillespie (born July 31, 1996) is an American professional track and field sprinter who 
specializes in the 100 metres and 200 metres races. He represented the United States at the 2019 World 
Athletics Championships, earning a gold medal in the 4 × 100 metres re-lay. 

On August 6th, 2020, Gillespie won his first race as a professional at the PVAMU Back To The Track 
Series 3 in Prairie View, Texas. 

After a rocky start to his season, Gillespie returned to Mt. San Antonio for the USATF Golden Games, 
where he would compete against Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf in the 100 metres. He won 
his heat with ease in 10.11 seconds, then won the final in a season's best of 9.96 seconds; his first sub-10 
since NCAAS two years prior. He then set his sights on the Olympic Trials, where he finished 6th in 

10.00 seconds. 
Gillespie set records at the University of Oregon in the 100 meters (9.93) and 200 meters (19.93) in a 
breakout performance in 2019 after graduating from Monrovia High School and Mt. Sac. 

Gillespie turned professional and signed with Nike. He focused on the 100 meters for the rest of the 
season, finishing 4th at the US Championships and qualifying for the US World Championship 4 × 100 
meters relay team. That same year, he was also selected to represent the US at the 2019 Pan American 
Games, where he finished sixth in the 100 meters and won bronze in the 4 × 100 meters relay. 

When I first stepped foot in Pasadena in the early 1970’s there were just 
a handful of restaurants, and fewer steakhouses. If memory serves, 
there was the Western, Steer and Stein, Monty’s, and of course Sizzler 
on Arroyo Parkway (yes, some considered that a steakhouse). Fast forward 
to 2021 and my, how times have changed! I sometimes think that 
Pasadena is the new Mecca for the beloved Cow!! There’s not enough 
space in this article to name all the steakhouses, but some are better 
than others. I often wonder, as I am sure you do, is the meat coming 
from the same source, what is the best 2%, and if it’s so special how 
come it’s everyone’s claim to fame? Grass Fed? Corn fed? Bone in? 
Boneless? For me, the way to go is dry aged. One of the best steaks I 
ever made at home was from a supermarket 50% off section. 

So, what is the best steak house in Pasadena? Well, it might not be a 
“traditional” steakhouse that serves clam chowder or gives you a bread 
basket! Alexander’s Steakhouse makes its home at the old McCormick 
and Schmicks location on North Los Robles – it has the same floor 
plan (picture a 60’s James Bond Movie Geisha set with a Nuevo Art 
deco feel). Getting to the meat of the matter, a steak can run as much 
three digits, but before you think I’ve lost my touch with the everyday 
working class, I’ve said time and time again if you enjoy a meal it’s worth it. Alexander’s is a special 
occasion restaurant, but I am not just talking anniversaries or birthdays; I am talking about life. You 
deserve to give it a try. 

The menu is divided into six sections starting with “For the table” (appetizers) and ending with 
Steaks - quite straightforward, I would say. I posted a few pictures on Facebook and a few comments 
there suggested Japanese Fusion. I’ve never been to Japan, but if that helps describe the menu let’s 
use that term. Daughter Lauren and I loved the restaurant from start to finish. We started off with 
Hamachi Shots and dry aged tataki (explaining the ingredients and the menu descriptions would just 
be confusing, so just enjoy the ride like we did). Like any great restaurant the menu is seasonal (my 
suggestion is to accept the bread service and put it on some bread, it’s quite good). I think the hit 
of the night was the little gem salad with romaine, let’s call it a close cousin of the Caesar with some 
kick to it. I am coming back just for this salad; it was that good. For you seafood lovers there are a 
few items again seasonal. However, we are land lovers and that what makes Alexander’s stand high 
above the crowd. I have seen Wagyu steaks on menus at LA restaurants that are US-raised, but at Alexander’s 
they have the real deal. All Wagyu is imported from Japan except for the Imperial Wagyu; 
Japanese Wagyu is graded A5 - ask your server for the definition. Whether it’s chicken, pork, or steak 
I think the bone gives you the most tenderness, and the 18 oz. T-bone steak is a winner. Grilled in 
their open kitchen, it was so good I see-sawed about whether to finish it or take it home. My decision 
came easily since we also tried a variety of pre-main-course suggestions. The sides are traditional in 
name only; we had the blue lake green beans. The restaurant has a full bar with extensive wine list, 
and is only open for dinner. If you are a foodie, steak lover, or just want a special night out, I gave it 
two thumbs up. 

What Else You need to Know 
I actually started this review a few months ago just before our second shut down, so some items 
might have changed. 

Alexander’s offers valet or underground parking. 

111 N. Los Robles Ave. Pasadena (626) 486-1111Join me every AM 830 KLAA on Sunday at 5 PM, reach me at diningwithdills@gmail.com 


TABLE FOR TWO by Peter Dillsthechefknows@yahoo.com
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The COVID-19 virus continues to spread, especially to those who are not fully 
vaccinated1. . New variants of the virus that are more infectious are becoming more 
common in the US, including Los Angeles County.

 The following information is to help people understand who is most at risk of getting 
infected and sick, which situations are riskier, and what steps they can take to 
stay safe and slow the spread of COVID-19. 

WHO IS MOST AT RISK? 

People who are not vaccinated are at the highest risk of getting infected with COVID-
19. This includes people who have not completed their Pfizer or Moderna 
COVID-19 vaccine series (i.e., they only got the first dose) as well as children under 
age 12 who are too young to be vaccinated. Unvaccinated adults who are older 
or who have certain medical conditions are at highest risk of severe COVID-19 
disease. People with severely weakened immune systems who are fully vaccinated 
might not respond as well to the vaccine so may still be at increased risk of COVID-
19. This includes people with certain health conditions or who are taking 
certain medications (such as treatment for cancer, organ transplants or autoimmune 
conditions). 

WHICH SITUATIONS ARE RISKIER? 

Understanding how the COVID-19 virus is spread is important. It will help you to 
assess your risk and take steps to protect yourself in different situations. The virus 
spreads from person to person mainly through respiratory droplets that are released 
into the air by a person who has COVID-19. For example, when they speak, 
sing, cough, shout, sneeze, or breathe heavily. These droplets are then breathed in 
by other people or land on their eyes, nose, or mouth. A person’s risk of getting 
infected goes up the closer they are to someone with COVID-19. Enclosed places 
with poor air flow can also increase the risk of getting infected. This is because the 
droplets that have the virus can concentrate and spreadin the air past 6 feet. They can even stay floating in the air after an infected person 
has left the room. This is why masks are important. They lower the number 
of respiratory droplets people release into the air AND also the number that they 
breathe in. It is also possible, but less common, for the virus to spread by touching 
a surface with droplets on it and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. 

There are certain places where COVID-19 spreads more easily: 

• Closed spaces with poor air flow.
• Crowded places with many people nearby
• Close contact settings especially where people are talking (or breathing heavily) 
close together1 You are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two (2) 
weeks after: the dose of a Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine series, a single 
dose of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine or you finished the series of a COVID-
19 vaccine that has been listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization. 
See fully vaccinated web page for more information. 
LOCAL STATISTICS 07/23/2021 vs. 07/30/2021 

TOTAL LA COUNTY CASES AS OF 07/23/2021 

Cases: 1,279,171 

Deaths: 24,614 

CITY POPULATION CASES DEATHS 

Altadena 43,260 3,453 77 
Arcadia 57,754 2,860 141 
Bradbury 1,069 39 0 
Duarte 22,016 2,366 97 
Monrovia 38,800 3,272 79 
Pasadena 141,371 11,627 351 
Sierra Madre 10,989 497 13 

TOTAL LA COUNTY CASES AS OF 07/30/2021 

Cases: 1,297,032 

Deaths: 24,676 

CITY POPULATION CASES DEATHS 

Altadena 43,260 3,528 78 
Arcadia 57,754 2,909 141 
Bradbury 1,069 39 0 
Duarte 22,016 2,405 98 
Monrovia 38,800 3,334 80 
Pasadena 141,371 11,822 352 
Sierra Madre 10,989 512 13 


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