Last month 21 people died “without fixed abode” or at nearly twice the rate since Governor Newsom’s initial “shelter in place order” as compared to last year, this despite significant positive developments at least in OC’s North Spa region. How are things going in South County? Well, does one yet expect anything different?
Tag: COVID-19
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Scaf: To Wear or Not to Wear a Mask, That is the Question in Orange County!
During these confusing and overwhelming times, making an informed health decision has become a major task. Per example, there has been massive confusion in Orange County around wearing masks as Covid-19 became politicized, which rendered a basic health prevention into a charged political affair. The public became baffled, confused, angry, and scared, while looking for answers. To wear or not to wear a mask became the question in Orange County!
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Nguyen: The Failings of Orange County’s Response to Covid-19
My piece is a critique of county officials’ responses to the Coronavirus pandemic. I am disappointed by their inaction and for ignoring science-based evidence to curb the spread of the virus. My hope with this piece is to encourage residents to register to vote.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Newman: OC Leaders Must Support Medical Experts, Not Denigrate Them or Sit on the Sidelines
As coronavirus hospitalizations continue to rise in Orange County, the politics of face coverings continues its downward spiral. If there’s anything more disconcerting than the rise of a vitriolic opposition to commonsense precautions designed to keep us safer, it’s the deafening silence from public servants charged with safeguarding that safety.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Barnes and Moreno: An Opportunity for Recovery in Anaheim
Like many communities, Anaheim is facing a budget shortfall in the wake of Covid closures. Unlike other communities, Anaheim is uniquely positioned to address the challenge. But first, we need your input.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Halverson-Cano: Fear Mongers Hijack OC Board Of Supervisors and Terrorize our County, a Pastor’s Experience
Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano attended a press conference outside of the Orange County Board of Supervisor’s office to speak out against the lifting of the mask mandate. The press conference was overtaken by anti-maskers who disrupted the speakers, spread hate and threatened to spread the corona virus.
Posted inARTS & CULTURE
Segerstrom Center Announces 63% Staff Cuts, Joining OC Arts Organizations Struggling with Coronavirus Impact
Coronavirus pandemic forces shutdown of live events, which provide 75% of the income at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Neebe: Cities and Public Workers Must Stand Together in this Fiscal Crisis
This is not a time for the County, cities and other local public employers to rush to make rash decisions, particularly involving workers. Every day brings change, and we must allow a reasonable time to let some of those changes play out.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Álvarez, Riegert & Tellez: Orange County Educators and Labor Unions Can Play a Pivotal Role in Dismantling Systemic Racism Amidst George Floyd Protests
In the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests this past week to address the murder of George Floyd and police violence in Black communities, we call on local Orange County labor unions and educational associations to actively participate in reforming police departments throughout Orange County and dismantling systemic racism in our schools and our cities.
Posted inARTS & CULTURE, Countywide, Top Stories, Visual Arts
Orange County Artists in the Time of Coronavirus and Social Unrest
Voice of OC caught up with several Orange County-based artists to see how they’ve been coping with these life-altering events.
