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‘Ghostly-looking’ dolphin spotted off Orange County coast
A “ghostly-looking” dolphin was spotted by a charter boat off the coast of Orange County’s Dana Point on Tuesday. The unusual-looking marine mammal was seen by crewmembers aboard Capt. Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari as it swam in a pod with other common dolphins, the Orange County Register reported. Experts believe the dolphin’s ghostly […]
Sting Added To Ohana Bill
With Neil Young ailing, Sting is once again coming to a festival’s rescue. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will take Young’s spot and headline Saturday at Dana Point, California’s Ohana Festival. His power trio Sting 3.0 — which includes Dominic Miller on guitar and Chris...
Vine Owner Refines Legacy of Former Brick Restaurant with New Concept
San Clemente’s next step toward emerging as a dining destination occurred on Monday, July 22, with the opening of Parlor, Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails, at 216 N. El Camino Real. Vine Restaurant & Bar owner Russ Bendel’s newest concept, located across the street from Vine and occupying the space...
Orange County K-9 Skateboarding Competition set for August 18
Zignature, a premium dog food brand of Pets Global, Inc., known for its limited-ingredient formulas, announces its title sponsorship of the K-9 Skate Academy’s first annual World K9 Sk8 Competition. The X Games-style event will feature competing skateboarding dogs and a Guinness World Record attempt, and will take place Sunday, August 18, 2024 at McKenna Volkswagen of Huntington Beach in California.
Humpback Whale Spotted near Dana Point Recently Freed from Entanglement
A weeklong hunt to help an entangled juvenile humpback whale finally ended on Friday, July 19, when rescue teams were able to reach the whale and free it. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Adminstration (NOAA) Fisheries was immediately notified after the first sighting of the whale, but one of its vessels went on a chase up and down the coast throughout the week to catch up with the reportedly skittish whale.
OC Public Libraries welcomes bestselling author and actor Henry Winkler on August 1
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (July 25, 2024) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present actor and author Henry Winkler on Thursday, August 1st at 6:30 p.m. at the Laguna Hills Community Center, located at 25555 Alicia Pkwy., in Laguna Hills. Winkler will be featured in A Slice of Literary Orange, a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year, in celebration of literacy.
On Stage at The Coach House: Bob Schneider
Austin musician Bob Schneider says his philosophy of playing live aligns well with The Coach House. “It’s a great place to see a singer-songwriter,” he said. “You can sit there, relax and enjoy the show. At this age, I don’t like to stand anymore at shows. If there’s seating, I’m cool. If I have to go to a bar, count me out.”
Newport Beach Concerts on the Green: August – October
The City of Newport Beach Arts Commission presents its annual Summer Concerts Series on the Green featuring an array of performers for your entertainment. Bring your low-slung beach chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening in a fun atmosphere. Pack a picnic dinner or purchase from on-site gourmet food trucks. No alcohol is permitted.
Duck sanctuary struggles to save hundreds of abandoned hatchlings
Volunteers at a Riverside County duck sanctuary are fighting to save as many hatchlings as they can after a “horrible situation” in which hundreds of fertilized eggs were abandoned in Orange County due to a shipping delay.
Dana Wharf Fish Report: Yellowtail Near SC Island Highlight Action
Here’s a recap of last week’s action on Dana Wharf Sportfishing expeditions. Water temperatures were a bit tricky this week, with a drop down to 63 degrees, and it’s slowly trying to get back to 70 degrees, where it was at the beginning of the week. Our...
Don't feed the meter, save money and buy a parking permit at these LA and OC beaches
If you're an avid beachgoer this summer, it would be cheaper to purchase a parking permit than to pay to park on the street. Here are the cities in L.A. and Orange counties offering permits.
4DX & D-Box Movie Theaters List: Where To Watch in the US
Many people are looking for a thrilling and immersive movie experience, and 4DX and D-BOX theaters offer just that with their cutting-edge technology and dynamic seating. If you’re wondering where to watch the latest blockbusters like Twisters in 4DX and D-BOX theaters in the US, you’ve come to the right place.
Despite minimum wage hike, fast-food hiring hits record high in SoCal: O.C. Register
Despite the dire warnings of the business community, the recent increase to fast-food workers’ minimum wage doesn’t seem to be impacting hiring. In April, minimum wage for fast-food workers jumped to $20 per hour, but despite that, “Employment Development Department numbers show [Southern California] had 361,500 fast food workers in June – an all-time staffing […]
Top 10 fittest cities in the United States, revealed
How fit is the city you live in? The 17th annual American Fitness Index, out Tuesday, is revealing who ranks where. The rankings, published by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation, are based on 33 health indicators, including different health behaviors and outcomes.Who landed in the top three spots this year? 1. Arlington, Virginia 2. Washington, D.C. 3. Seattle, WashingtonThe top three cities were strong in distinctly different areas, according to the data. Arlington, which ranked first in community and environmental indicators, had the highest rate of residents exercising in the previous month (87.8%), had the most getting seven...
Clue @ Segerstrom Center for the Arts – Review
The famous Parker Brothers game Clue was brought to life on stage for a short run at Segerstrom Center for the Arts from July 23 – 28, 2024. This touring production of Clue is a fast-and-furious affair. Hold on to your life if you can, Cackle. Story:. Will it...
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