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SIERRA PACIFIC PLANTS 300 MILLIONTH SEEDLING
This spring, Sierra Pacific Industries, Anderson, Ca., planted its 300 millionth seedling on its timberlands, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests for future generations. “I wouldn’t have imagined 75 years ago when we started with no land and one very small sawmill...
Dana Point Classic Car Show Returns to Lantern District on Aug. 25
The Dana Point Classic Car Show is returning to Del Prado Avenue in the Lantern DIstrict this Sunday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A total of 325 cars from a wide range of pre-1989 makes and models will be judged in more than two dozen categories, from best woody to best restored or unmodified foreign car.
New initiative aims to turbocharge wildlife-crossing construction across California
The public-private effort underpinning the largest wildlife crossing in the world, under construction near L.A., has inspired an initiative to replicate it across California.
Unseen in California, anti-Harris political ads blanket swing states
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Bay Area had a very big presence in the Democratic National Convention and the region is also playing a big role in another part of the campaign, one people don't see as much of here in California. That is the ad campaign.One example is a pro-Donald Trump campaign advertisement from the Make America Great Again PAC, that features a San Francisco crime victim. The Golden Gate Bridge is highlighted as well. The ad attacks Kamala Harris's record on crime, specifically as San Francisco District Attorney and it's getting a lot of airtime in swing states like...
VIDEO: St. Anthony vs. Mount Miguel
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of St. Anthony athletics is sponsored by Jane & B.I. Mais, Class of 1948. JJ Fiddler is an award-winning sportswriter and videographer who has been covering Southern California sports for multiple...
PHOTOS: Jordan vs. North Torrance, Football
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of Jordan Athletics is sponsored by former LBUSD superintendent Chris Steinhauser. Jordan dropped its season opener at North Torrance 49-7 on Friday night.
Cultural Arts announces September Sunset Serenades at Heisler Park
–Saturday, Aug. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m. –Sunday, Aug. 25, 5-7 p.m. Heisler Park Amphitheater, Cliff Drive near Jasmine Street every. Friday in September, from 5:30 p.m. to sunset. Come enjoy free live music performances at the Heisler Park Amphitheater featuring:. Click on photo for a larger image. Courtesy of https://en.alejandrobrittes.com. Alejandro...
Pacific Symphony Summerfest 2024 Continues with Magical Music of Harry Potter August 23
Calling all Hogwarts alumni—the Pacific Symphony wants you!. On Friday, Aug. 23, the Pacific Symphony invites Harry Potter fans to dress in their most magical costumes and embark on an enchanted journey under the stars as Pacific Symphony’s Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez invites the audience to a musical class reunion with the memorable professors, characters, and enchanted creatures from the beloved Harry Potter franchise.
A New Year Begins: Capistrano Unified Pursues Goal of Increasing Academic Achievement
This past Tuesday was opening day of the 2024-25 school year for over 16,000 students in the cities of Dana Point, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano. It was a morning of smiles (and a few tears) for students and families experiencing excitement and a little nervousness. I am grateful for a smooth opening, and I sincerely hope it was an amazing beginning to what is going to be a wonderful school year.
Dana Hills Chases Another Title in a New League, Opens Against Canyon
The Dana Hills High Dolphins will travel to Fred Kelly Stadium in Orange this Friday, Aug. 23, to take on the Canyon High Comanches of Anaheim, officially beginning their quest for another league title. This year will be a new challenge for the Dolphins, as the team got much younger...
Labor Day Weekend at VEA Newport Beach and Balboa Bay Resort
VEA Newport Bech and Balboa Bay Resort want to temp guests and locals with a variety of activities and culinary offerings on Labor Day Weekend. Events open to resort guests and the public / Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1. Time: Lawn games all day, BBQ from 11a.m. to...
Noncitizen local voting emerges as key election issue
SANTA ANA, California — This city of nearly 310,000 people isn’t well known as a liberal hotbed like a pair of major Golden State cities about a seven-hour drive north, San Francisco and Oakland. That may change after Election Day. Santa Ana, Orange County’s second-most populous city after Disneyland-based Anaheim, is set to host a […]
RStar announces Nepal school is moving forward after devastating earthquakes
R Star Foundation, based in Laguna Beach, announced the educational project is going forward for more than 173 students at Shree Sansaridevi Basic School, located at Namo Buddha, Methinkot, Kavre Nepal. Click on photo for a larger image. Photos courtesy of RStar. School children studying in the Methinkot school. R...
Community honors victims one year after deadly mass shooting at Cook’s Corner bar
A vigil was held Friday night marking one year after a deadly mass shooting took place at Cook’s Corner bar in Trabuco Canyon. Three people were killed and six others were wounded when retired Ventura Police Sgt. John Snowling opened fire inside and outside the bar on Aug. 23, 2023. Snowling, who authorities said went […]
Dawgs To Wrap Up Homestand With Sunday Matinee Against UC Irvine
SEATTLE – Looking to extend their unbeaten streak to 10, Washington concludes a three-match homestand Sunday afternoon, hosting UC Irvine for a 1 p.m. PT kickoff at Husky Soccer Stadium. It will be UW's Camper Reunion Match, with the Huskies welcoming their campers from this past summer back to...
Loaded Mater Dei-Centennial game produces eye-catching football prospects
In a game featuring two of the nation's top high school programs, Santa Ana (Calif.) Mater Dei pulled away late for a 42-25 win over Corona (Calif.) Centennial. Here's a look at a few of the players who caught our eye. The Huskies were missing a few key players including...
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