Carson Courier Dec 11 color issue_The Carson Courier 2015 12/11/2015 3:15 AM Page 1
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Business Profile
The Johnson Family Building A Entrprenurial Empire In Carson
Phil & Jessika Johnsons are building a business empire in the City of Carson. Along with their 4 amazing children, Otis, Philana, Prince & Julian, are the faces behind “PJ’s Grill” a very popular resturant with the locals.
They have been in the restaurant business for 12 years.
Along with “PJ’s” the Johnson’s other endeavors, include Kettle Corn Equipment Manufacturing (Kettle 4 Less) and Johnson’s Christmas Trees located at the Southbay Pavilion and Albertson’s on Carson Street and Sepulveda. Phil & Jessika take on the retail business wholeheartedly. They both enjoy serving people and satisfying a big appetite.
A veteran of the fast food industry, Phil’s past experience includes Lewis Grilled
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Carson’s Most Famous Resident The Goodyear Blimp
Philly Steaks, Golden Bird Chicken and Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken, cobranding with Star Waffle and Big And Juicy Burgers.
An innovator, Phil brought many fresh ideas to the major food chains and they have carried them on as the ideas became successful.
Not to rest on their laurels of success, Phil & Jessika are stepping out on faith and creating a menu for all taste buds, including vegetarian. Their children, Otis , Philana, Prince & Julian are also sharing in the creating of this delicious business.
Along with that menu, the Johnsons have created a great atmosphere for all ages, young and old alike. Great food, great customer service and a great atmosphere.
Come and enjoy!
Boarding the Goodyear Blimp
Carson Courier Publisher James Thomas Sr, and Photograper, Kelvin Brown are joined by Ralph Herrera and his Daughter and our Pilot, Kristen Arambula after a ride in the Spirit of Innovation. by James Thomas
Carson has had its share of famous individuals who are current or past residents. Brandy and Ray J Norwood, Actor, Producer, Director Forrest Whitaker, NBA referee Violet Palmer are a fewof the most recognizable names.
However, none are more famous or known the world over as the “Goodyear Blimp.” Though the term “Blimp” has traditionally referred to any one of a fleet of airships operated by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company I was honored to ride in the “Spirit of Innovation” on a clear fall day along with Carson Courier photographer, Kelvin Brown.
Inside The Goodyear Blimp
The Blimps are seen on television weekly and in some cases daily, as they capture live aerial views of live sporting events.
It is surprising to know that the Blimp also known as an “Airship” can fly to Canada and across countryduring the day or evening hours. Our pilot Kristn Arambula made sure our ride was as smooth as riding in a automobile. She talked about being a fixed wing aircraft pilot in addition to being a certified blimp pilot with passion and a true love for her job.
Goodyear says there are more aastronauts in the United States than there are blimp pilots.
As we toured over the cities of Carson, Long Beach, San Pedro and Rancho Palos Verdes we were joined briefly by three “Tiger Jets” that disappeared as quickly as they appeared. The ride was surprinsingly smooth considering I had never flown in a aircraft with the windows open. An interesting moment took place when pilot Kristen had to untangle a couple of cables dangling in front of the blimp. She did this by making the nose of the blimp “bounce.” I had the feeling she was more amused by our reaction.
It was truly an enjoyable experience and I look forward to my next ride with Carsons most famous resident.
The Southbay Pavilion from the Goodyear Blimp. See more photos on the Carson Courier Facebook page.
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