Category: Orange County Community

Underrated, Must-See Spots in Orange County

For those looking for a nice spot and view to enjoy the outdoors after the rain, look no further than Orange County’s coast. All places listed were recommended by OC locals living near the areas best known for their scenic views. Each site is also free and open to the public year-round. The “Secret” Dana…


California Adventure Unveils Upcoming Lunar New Year Celebration Plans

Celebrating the year of the Rabbit, Disney’s California Adventure in Anaheim, California has revealed plans starting Jan. 20 through Feb. 15 for the Chinese Lunar New Year by including regionally inspired cuisine, live holiday entertainment, and new merchandise. Festivities include Mulan and her Disney pals parading from the park’s Pixar Pier to Hollywood Land along…


Memorial Held Remembering the Legacy of Bill Steiner

ORANGE, Calif.—Orange County community members, police, fire, and past and present political representatives gathered Jan. 13 at the memorial service of former county Supervisor Bill Steiner, who died Dec. 15, 2022, at the age of 85. About 300 attended the service held at Orange Covenant Presbyterian Church where Steiner had served in leadership roles. The…


Disneyland Institutes Changes for Prices, Park-Hopping

Citing customer complaints about prices and park-hopping restrictions instituted during the COVID-19 pandemic, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amarco indicated changes of such are coming in an open letter to employees on Jan. 10. “I’m in the parks fairly often and I listen to you and to our guests about the things that are working as…


William G. Steiner Was an Outstanding Public Servant, With One Cautionary Tale

Commentary Orange County has lost an elected official who was a genuine gentleman. Many of us bid farewell to former Orange County Supervisor William G. Steiner Friday morning, Jan. 13, at his memorial service at the church in which he served in leadership roles, Covenant Presbyterian Church, in the city of Orange, California. We are…


The Loss of a Young Talent: Tustin High Water Polo Coach Francisco ‘Paco’ Gonzalez

Soon after the new year began, a family lost its father and husband, Tustin High School lost its beloved coach, and the Orange County water polo world lost a young talent. Tustin High School and the North Irvine Water Polo Club and families are mourning the loss of their coach, Francisco “Paco” Gonzalez, after he…


Family Events in Orange County This Weekend

‘Family Musical Encounters’ at Concordia University Enjoy the Concordia Wind Orchestra performing the family-friendly concert “A Tail of Two Tunes.” The concert will include familiar cartoon themes and toy-inspired music. Following the performance, walk to the Music Building where children of all ages can enjoy interactive musical demonstrations from various stations including brass tryouts, percussion…


Earl of Sandwich Temporarily Returning to Downtown Disney

Earl of Sandwich will return to Downtown Disney in February as a pop-up location and restaurant at the former La Brea Bakery, which announced its closure Jan. 9. La Brea Bakery was one of the flagship businesses operating in Downtown Disney since its opening in 2001. Ultimately, according to Disney officials, Porto’s Bakery will assume…


H Mart’s Newest Irvine Location Opens With Lines Around the Block

IRVINE, Calif.—Hundreds of shoppers lined up to be among the first at H Mart’s newest location in Northpark Plaza on Jan. 11. “We are excited to have an [H Mart] in the neighborhood now,” Irvine resident John Kim told The Epoch Times. “They have a lot of items other stores do not have.” H Mart…


H Mart Opens New Location in Irvine

H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States—is opening its newest store in Irvine on Jan. 11. It is located in Northpark Plaza—an Irvine Company property—taking the place of a recently-closed Albertsons grocery store. The new 53,000-square-foot supermarket location is the 16th location in California, fifth in Orange County, and third in…