Board members with the South Orange County Community College District terminated a $750,000 grant agreement with the developer of a proposed battery storage facility after robust opposition from south county residents and elected officials.
Yearly Archives: 2025
Posted inGovernment
Orange County’s Biggest Headlines of Veterans Day Week
OC veterans and county officials call on Sacramento to begin building the county’s first veterans cemetery, Fullerton backs away from an immigrant aid proposal – these are just some of the county’s biggest headlines this week.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Pets for Vets: Orange County Animal Shelter Adoption Fees Waived for Veterans
Leaders from Orange County Animal Care are encouraging U.S. military veterans to adopt a free pet under the Pets for Vets Act.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Irvine Doubles Fourth of July Budget After Great Park Traffic Nightmare
Councilmembers increased the budget from $250,000 to $600,000 due to the need for additional staffing, shuttles, vendors, and planning after this year’s traffic nightmare during the Fourth of July celebration at the Great Park.
Posted inGarden Grove
Garden Grove to Launch Online Immigration Resource Hub
Garden Grove will join a host of Orange County cities that have launched an online resource hub for immigrant families on their municipal websites.
Posted inCountywide
Free Things to Do: Creative Workshops and Kid’s Activities
A dinosaur-themed event and a sewing machine workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.
Posted inCosta Mesa
Costa Mesa Might Require Staffing at Self-Checkout Stands
Last week, Costa Mesa city councilmembers respond to employee calls for improved staffing following Long Beach’s lead requiring employees to be on-hand at self-check out stands.
Posted inFountain Valley
Fountain Valley Could Become OC’s Newest Charter City
The push to become a charter city began earlier this year after city officials voiced concerns about state housing quotas and said a charter would allow the city to sidestep several state-level requirements.
Posted inState
When Will Orange County Veterans See Ground Breaking on a Cemetery?
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
Posted inCountywide
Where to Celebrate Veterans Across OC
Ceremonies, parades and flag displays are among many free events offered in honor of military men and women this Veterans Day.
