A global pandemic and a statewide food cliff is leading food bank leaders to look at long term solutions to address increased hunger in Orange County.
Yearly Archives: 2024
Posted inCountywide
Orange County Celebrates Fourth of July
The yearly celebration marks the Declaration of Independence, with many celebrating with fireworks and some cities opting for drone shows.
Posted inEquality & Equity
Santana: Read The Declaration of Independence This Fourth of July
Consider how many of the two dozen gripes against King George III are still being debated – even at the local level.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Cho: You Should Run For Office
While all of us focus on national politics, unnoticed and unchallenged local politicians “win” re-election, often propped up by corporate interests or fringe activists.
Posted inCountywide
Where to Celebrate Independence Day Across OC
Here’s a rundown of firework shows, parades, carnivals and other events celebrating Independence Day across Orange County.
Posted inOutdoors
How Much Do Fireworks Impact Orange County’s Air Quality?
Every year, air quality regulators publish warnings about how much pollution is in the air after a night of fireworks as most cities continue to move ahead with their own fireworks displays.
Posted inPress Releases
Candidate Filing Period for the 2024 Presidential General Election begins on Monday, July 15
Starting Monday, July 15, 2024, those persons interested in running for one of about 125 local school and special district offices up for election in the 2024 Presidential General Election can begin the candidate filing process online or at the Registrar of Voters’ office.
Posted inLaguna Beach
Are Drone Shows the Future of Fourth of July Celebrations?
Laguna Beach is hosting a Fourth of July drone show this year at 9 p.m. in Heisler Park to avoid the environmental effects that come along with fireworks shows.
Posted inOrange
Orange Asks Voters to Raise Taxes To Bail Out City Budget
Voters will decide on a 0.5% sales tax increase in November that if approved would sunset in 10 years and generate $20 million annually.
Posted inCountywide
OC Fair Prices Increase As Officials Try Saving Money on Equestrian Center
The fair board is set to end the contract with a company that feeds horses and cleans stalls after mounting local concerns that the fair is overpaying for these services. At the same time, prices to attend the fair, which kicks off July 19, are also increasing.
