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Reputed OC Mexican Mafia Chief Seeks to Represent Himself in Federal Case
Reputed Orange County Mexican Mafia boss Johnny Martinez will ask a federal judge in Santa Ana Tuesday to let him represent himself as his own attorney in a sprawling racketeering case against the defendant and the gang which has resulted most notably convictions for murder for three men. Martinez filed...
OC Parks encouraging community shoreline monitoring in Dana Point
OC Parks recently installed the first community-driven shoreline monitoring location in Orange County. Located along the Strands Beach access ramp, the CoastSnap station encourages community members to help with coastal monitoring efforts. The CoastSnap station includes a smartphone cradle and instructions on how to upload and submit a photo of...
West Nile virus detected in San Gabriel Valley
As summer rolls on, the threat posed by mosquitos in Southern California continues to grow. On Monday, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District confirmed the first detection of West Nile virus in its service area. “The virus was detected in a mosquito sample collected from a surveillance trap near Morgan Park in […]
Coastal consultant speaks up on sea level rise, local impact of state regulations
During a community forum last week, a longtime coastal planning consultant shared insight on sea level rise policies in the state and their local impact. During the Speak Up Newport’s monthly meeting on Wednesday (July 10), the featured speaker was Don Schmitz, president and principal planner of the land use consulting firm Schmitz & Associates. Schmitz represents a wide variety of clients, including the city of Newport Beach, for items that go before the California Coastal Commission. He also works as the consultant for Smart Coast California. He’s been involved with coastal planning and issues related to sea level rise for many years.
“National Night Out” on Aug. 8
The annual National Night Out will be coming to West Orange County cities on Thursday, Aug. 8. Here’s what’s planned in our communities, featuring police departments in our area. Garden Grove: The Big Strawberry’s event will be from 5-8 p.m. in front of the Public Safety Building, 11301...
Candidate Filing Begins July 15
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of OC. The views expressed here are not those of Voice of OC. Starting Monday, July 15 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.
A glimpse at Crystal Cove in Summer
Crystal Cove Conservancy has kicked off the 2024 summer season with extensive programming for all ages that span from the beach to the trails. Visitors will be delighted to see a combination of new and returning programs at Crystal Cove State Park, as well as extended dates for one of the Conservancy’s most popular programs – “The Great Plein Air Art Experience,” which will now run through October.
Had a great trip, see you next fall.
Our latest digital edition of WaterWorld magazine. Another tradeshow is now under my belt. AWWA ACE24, held in Anaheim, California, was the most energizing conference I’ve been to so far. Perhaps it is a result of my finally getting the hang of it. The editorial team took time out...
Dana Point Headlands: Data Points To Successful Co-Existence Between People, Pacific Pocket Mouse
“Seen any Pocket Mice?” another hiker asked as he and his son passed us on the Dana Point Headlands Preserve trail last week. “No – have you?” one of my companions asked. “Yeah! I’ve seen them running across the trail before,” he replied. “They’re thriving.”...
Cultural Arts: Music in the Park is in full swing, next concert July 21
Bluebird Park, 772 Cress St. Music in the Park is a free public concert series held Sunday evenings in July and August, at Bluebird Park. Concerts start at 5 p.m. Set-up is not permitted before 3 p.m. No dogs are allowed at Bluebird Park (LBMC 6.16.020). No smoking (LBMC 7.40.030). No display or sale of merchandise (LBMC 18.04.015). Low-seating beach chairs are encouraged. Alcohol is permitted for guests 21 or older, but must be accompanied by a full meal. Solicitation of any kind is not permitted at city events.
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Erick Sanchez, Brooke Halliday, Joelle B. Lurie (Photo by Francis Gerard Gacad) Life is pandemonium, and so is adolescence. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a quirky gem in the contemporary musical theater canon, centering on an oddly compelling premise. Six language-loving tweens gather to compete in the county spelling bee, run by three adults who are just as wonderfully weird. But don’t be fooled by the innocent plotline. The stakes are high: Each kid grapples with the painful awkwardness of adolescence, first love, and family pressure as they step up to the mic to spell. The Wayward Artist’s production of Spelling Bee, directed by Sydney Raquel, is pure, grade-A fun that’s well worth the trip to OC.
It’s a kids’ world at Newport Beach Public Library this summer
Hey kids! Newport Beach Public Library (NBPL) announces a summer of free family activities, crafts and an interactive reading challenge. Stop by any location or check out their website to learn how you can join the fun!. Summer Reading Program events are generously funded by the Friends of the Library....
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