Despite the success in blocking the Trump administration’s efforts to put conditions on federal grants last year, Orange County’s government-funded domestic violence agencies still face uncertainty about how to continue providing services amid financial and political shakeups.
Author Archives: Erika Taylor
Erika Taylor was a Tracy A. Wood reporting fellow and photojournalist at Voice of OC, covering transportation, libraries, culture and open space across the county.
Taylor started reporting for Voice of OC through Chapman University’s Collegiate News Service in August 2022, working closely with Director of Photography Julie Leopo to produce news images and photo essays. Through her impactful work with photo essays she received a grant through the university’s Marshutz Endowed Journalism Award to begin as an intern in May 2023.
She joined the Tracy A. Wood Fellowship in November 2023 – a memorial fellowship honoring the newsroom’s legendary Civic Editor.
As part of her senior capstone, she investigated online meeting accessibility across public agencies, leading to a series on the Orange County Transportation Authority’s video live streaming practices. Her reporting prompted OCTA to implement video live streaming at board meetings in December 2024. She also started “Free Things to Do This Weekend Across OC” in November 2023, a weekly series featuring free public events from libraries, museums and other public agencies.
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Where to Pay Tribute to Fallen Servicemembers in OC on Memorial Day
There are multiple remembrance events, flag-raising ceremonies and other programs to honor fallen veterans in Orange County this Memorial Day.
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Free Things to Do: Learn About OC History
The Rancho Days Fiesta at Heritage Hill Historical Park is among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Planting Events and Volunteer Activities
A volunteer planting event and expo in Mission Viejo is among several free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and cities this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Family-Friendly Earth Day Events
A celebration in the Newport Back Bay and an Earth Day movie screening are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Hikes and Art Outdoors
Wilderness access to Gypsum Canyon and an art event outdoors are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Learn About History, Seeds and Sewing
Learn about OC history at Founders’ Park and how to sew through free events and workshops offered through public libraries, museums and parks this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Cooking Demonstrations and Movie Screenings
A teen cooking workshop using traditional Japanese sweets and a screening of “Wicked: For Good” are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks.
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Free Things to Do: Movie Screenings and Educational Events
A screening of “The Devil Wears Prada” and educational events on food preservation, gardening and literacy are among several free events offered this weekend.
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Free Things to Do: Art and Music Events For Families
A family art event and a bagpipe performance are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
