Category: Orange County Community

Orange County CEO Extends Contract 2 Years

August 15, 2022
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The Orange County Board of Supervisors Aug. 9 extended County Executive Officer Frank Kim’s contract by 2 years, and raised his salary by $66,000 per year. His contract, which was set to expire in May 2023, is now good through May 2025 and his salary was increased to $376,000, after last being reported at $310,000…

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Baked Dessert Bar’s Grand Opening in Orange County Calls for Free Cupcakes

August 13, 2022
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TUSTIN, Calif.—The beloved Baked Dessert Bar’s new location in Tustin—its first in Orange County—is opening on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 13, and the first 50 customers can receive a free cupcake. The store The District at Tustin Legacy offers two new flavors—the Chicken & Waffles and Maple Bacon Ube cupcakes—that customers can’t find at…

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Baked Dessert Bar’s Grand Opening in Orange County Offers Free Cupcakes

August 13, 2022
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TUSTIN, Calif.—Baked Dessert Bar’s brand-new location—its first in Orange County—is opening on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 13, and the first 50 customers can receive a free cupcake. The store in The District at Tustin Legacy offers two new flavors—the Chicken & Waffles and Maple Bacon Ube cupcakes—that customers can’t find at the other locations…

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Orange County Panel Discusses Local Government Corruption Amid FBI Probe Into Anaheim

August 12, 2022
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TUSTIN, Calif.—Former and current Orange County officials took part in a panel discussion Aug. 11 to talk about the history of alleged corruption in Anaheim and discuss solutions to government problems caused by major business interests in California. Concerned locals and officials filled up the event hosted by the California Policy Center—a Tustin-based public policy…

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Orange County Panel Discusses Local Government Corruption Amid FBI Probe in Anaheim

August 12, 2022
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TUSTIN, Calif.—Former and current Orange County officials took part in a panel discussion Aug. 11 to talk about the history of alleged corruption in Anaheim and potential solutions to government problems caused by major business interests in California. Concerned locals and officials filled up the event hosted by the California Policy Center—a Tustin-based public policy…

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Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend, Aug. 12–14

August 11, 2022
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Brea Fest Brea Fest is a free music and art festival for families and individuals to enjoy this weekend on Friday, August 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Brea Civic and Cultural Center. There will be delicious food and beverage samples from local restaurants—tickets for food and drink are $4 a person….

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Family to Donate $4 Million in Matching Funds to UCI’s Center For Jewish Studies

August 10, 2022
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Susan and Henry Samueli, longtime donors and supporters of the University of California, Irvine, have pledged $4 million in matching funds to UCI’s Center for Jewish Studies, an action that UCI said will position the university as a leader in the field. That means for each dollar donated to the center, the Samuelis will match…

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With Huge Debts, Two Cities Take Different Approaches

August 9, 2022
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Commentary The city of Anaheim, Calif., has been reacting to an FBI investigation, resulting in the resignation of its mayor, and having its residents questioning what has allowed the mismanagement of this premier city. Anaheim, home to Disneyland, the Convention Center, and the Angels and Ducks, has taken a devastating blow from Gov. Newsom’s coronavirus…

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Orange County Power Authority’s Dirty Playbook for Accessing Your Money (Part 2)

August 9, 2022
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Commentary Ed Laird prides himself on being informed and making business decisions driven by good value propositions. Laird, a plastics engineer and owner of Huntington Beach’s Laird Coatings, opted out of the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) to avoid high prices and impossible energy claims. But Laird didn’t get what he expected. “OCPA disregarded my…

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San Clemente Blocks Abortion Ban Proposal

August 6, 2022
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SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.—The San Clemente City Council voted 3–1 on Aug. 6 to remove a resolution from its Aug. 16 meeting that sought to ban abortions in the city, after hearing from mostly outraged citizens during a public comment period that lasted about two hours. The majority of residents who addressed the council during Saturday’s…

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