Grand Jury: Wean Special Districts From Tax Dollars
Government
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Orange County’s 16 water and sewer districts should also be consolidated into no more than six regional districts, according to first 2011-2012 grand jury report.
Santa Ana Celebrates Art on Día del Niño
Health & Wellness
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OC arts organizations hit the streets to heighten public support among Latinos for the arts.
The Economics of an Orange County ADHD Diagnosis
Countywide
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While ailments like asthma and obesity disproportionately afflict children from poor neighborhoods, statistics show ADHD is more prevalent in wealthier areas. But what are the realities behind the numbers?
Community Editorial: Going Beyond Teaching to the Test
Community Opinion
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New teaching standards will help end the current test-taking culture.
Costa Mesa Approves Annual Efficiency Audits by Outsiders
Costa Mesa
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Consultant will evaluate whether selected city functions are being performed efficiently and reliably.
OC Fair Board Advances Plans for Farm Worker Memorial
Costa Mesa
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It would be the largest such monument in the state. Board members were appointed to investigate ways and means for the project.
Voice of Our Commentators
Countywide
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Civilian jailers, the Santora Building, online voter registration and more.
Questions Remain Regarding Review of San Onofre Changes
Investigative
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Neither the government nor the nuclear plant’s operator will say whether three key changes, which a nuclear expert claims caused a small radiation leak, were reviewed by regulators.
Old Battles Revive on Fair Board
Costa Mesa
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Monthly meeting features skirmishes on citizens oversight committee, California attorney general representation and fairground’s equestrian center.
Santora Sale Stirs Hope and Worry in Downtown Santa Ana
Santa Ana
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Some business owners say sale to Irvine-based church will doom the downtown. Others say it will have a positive influence.