Category: San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano Man Fatally Stabbed; Suspect at Large

Orange County sheriff’s investigators released a surveillance video photo of a suspect on July 12 in a fatal stabbing at the beginning of the year in San Juan Capistrano in the hopes it will prompt leads for an arrest. Investigators were looking for a suspect in the Jan. 14 killing of 30-year-old Jorge Marvin Guadarrama…


2nd In-N-Out Burger Coming to San Juan Capistrano, This Time in Mission Revival Style

In-N-Out enthusiasts will soon be able to enjoy eating at a new location in San Juan Capistrano, California, in Spanish mission revival style. The architectural theme is expected to “complement the traditional and historic character of the city,” according to a city agenda report. Currently being built on a former Marie Calendar restaurant site, the…


Moments of Movie Wisdom: Redemption at the Mission San Juan Capistrano

Commentary Sometimes, a single scene will stand out from the rest of a movie and remain strongly imprinted in your memory, even after your recollection of the rest of the film has faded. Some scenes from classic movies stick with us because they are very poignant, perhaps more so today than when these films were…


Orange County Sheriff’s Department Increase Patrol to Highlight Motorcycle Safety

A higher number of Orange County Sheriff deputies were scheduled to be on patrol June 6 to catch traffic violations made by motorcyclists and cars which could lead to more motorcycle-related crashes in the Southern California county. A June 4 press release from the county sheriff’s office reported the increase in patrols would occur in…


Orange County Sheriff’s Department Increases Patrol to Highlight Motorcycle Safety

A higher number of Orange County Sheriff deputies were scheduled to be on patrol June 6 to catch traffic violations made by motorcyclists and cars which could lead to more motorcycle-related crashes in the Southern California county. A June 4 press release from the county sheriff’s office reported the increase in patrols would occur in…


Fun Things to Do in Orange County This Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Military Flyover Come listen to former military personnel recount their stories of heroism followed by a dove release, live music, a memorial military flyover, free hotdogs, and more in Santa Ana this Memorial Day weekend. Fairhaven Memorial Park and Mortuary at 1702 Fairhaven Ave., Santa Ana. May 29, 10:30 a.m. Free. For more…


Orange County Schools Recognized for Music Education Excellence

Seven Orange County school districts were recognized in April for their excellence in music education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation, a nonprofit that advances the art of music through research, philanthropy, and public service programs. The recognized districts in Orange County were Anaheim Elementary, Anaheim Union, Capistrano Unified, Garden Grove Unified, Irvine…


Fun Easter Activities in Orange County This Season

Buena Park Spring Extravaganza Bring the family for a scrumptious pancake breakfast followed by loads of activities for children, including a petting zoo, Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, train rides, games, and much more. Henry Boisseranc Park at 7520 Dale St., Buena Park. April 8, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. For more information, visit…


Thousands Flock to 63rd Annual Swallows Day Parade

Celebrating the annual return of the swallows to San Juan Capistrano, California, each spring from South America, thousands of residents and other locals gathered in the city’s Old Town district March 25 with a parade, food and drink, and live entertainment. This year’s parade theme was “Back in the Saddle Again,” in honor of the…


‘Tastes Like Chicken’ Wins Annual Frog Jumping Contest in San Juan Capistrano

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif.—The excitement of dozens of children and parents was audible at Los Rios Park as volunteers prepared three frogs for the city’s 7th annual Frog Jumping Contest. “Okay, you guys ready to race?” asked Jim Taylor, president of San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association—the hosting organization and the largest volunteer group in the…