Are these the Top 30 'American Idols' ever?
We ask that question like we aren't sure these are the Top 30 singers ever to appear on "American Idol," which is silly because it's our list. Of course they are! And what a lovely way to kick off the...
View ArticleDrummond: Food, drinks helping Black Gold’s bottom line
In a fast-changing economy, forecasts of financial trends, including predictions of future revenues and expenses for municipal-owned operations, can be chancy, but city officials who keep an eye on the...
View ArticleChapman University to mark 40th anniversary of Watergate
Chapman University will commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Watergate break-ins and investigation with two days of events open to the public on Thursday and Friday, Jan. 26 and 27 in the Chapman...
View ArticleMorning letters: The quest to leverage political power
-ORANGE, Sandra A. Besser: “Yes, all Hispanic voices must be heard” [Letters, Jan. 16], but letter-writer Stephanie Born totally misses the real point. It's not that Glenn Llopis of Hispanic Voice...
View ArticleEditorial: Garden Grove’s overtime tab grows
As more data becomes available about public employee compensation, it's becoming common to find city workers earning more, sometimes far more, than typical residents of the communities where they work....
View ArticleJan. 18 celebrity birthdays
See some of the people celebrating birthdays today. Notable personalities of the past who were born on this date can be found at the end of this slide show. SEE BIRTHDAYS FOR A PREVIOUS DATE...
View ArticleCooking: Trends in produce are a delicious treat
When fashion watchers talk about trends, they mean hemlines and necklines. But foodies follow trends too ... and so much more deliciously! Finger limes, organic red quinoa, Trinidad scorpion chili...
View ArticleIs it the flu or just a cold?
First of Two Parts Do you have a cold or the flu? Flu season is upon us in full force and, unfortunately, your chances of being exposed to the miseries are greater than you think. Three of four (75...
View ArticleUni boys win an ugly PCL game over Northwood, 33-32
It definitely wasn't a thing of beauty but University's boys basketball team pulled out a 33-32 Pacific Coast League victory over Northwood Tuesday night in front of a sparse crowed at Uni. The Trojans...
View ArticleWith coach out again, Warriors take over first place
Woodbridge's girls basketball team, with its head coach Dave Yates sitting out his second game, took over sole possession of first place in the Pacific Coast League Tuesday night. The Warriors defeated...
View Article900,000 fail to file 2010 state taxes
Did you file your 2010 state income taxes? The state Franchise Tax Board says more than 900,000 of you didn't. That year was really hard during the recession with thousands of people – many of those...
View ArticleBeverage company becomes a 'Monster'
One-time Orange County beverage company, Hansen Natural Corp., has changed the corporate name to Monster Beverage Corp., an acknowledgement that energy drinks are bigger than fruit juices. Hubert...
View ArticleNFL: What to watch for this Sunday
There are countless angles leading into the AFC and NFC championship games on Sunday but I've managed to whittle it down to five that intrigue me the most. A potential Super Bowl matchup between the...
View ArticleCalling all sibling pranksters: I need your help!!
I am up against a full fledged prank-star, in the form of my younger brother, Brandon. Somehow his wife, two kids, and full-time job are not enough to keep him busy, so as of recent he has taken to the...
View ArticleSan Juan fest Saturday spotlights sister cities
Camino Real Playhouse will present its second annual Sister Cities Celebration at 6 p.m. Saturday, featuring food and wine from San Juan Capistrano’s three sister communities: Capestrano, Italy;...
View ArticleSunny, cool, then rain rolls in for weekend
Orange County should see two more days of sun and cool weather before moisture moves down from the north, raising the chance of a rainy weekend, the National Weather Service says. How far south the...
View ArticleDana Point mayor to speak at Coffee Chat
Mayor Lara Anderson will appear at the Dana Point Civic Association’s Coffee Chat from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Friday at The Coffee Importers at the harbor. Anderson will talk about upcoming events and other...
View ArticleFireworks approved for Surf City
Fireworks are back in Huntington Beach. It was an argument of public safety and health versus supporting struggling school programs and freedom of choice as City Council members weighed whether to...
View ArticleJanuary is fruit tree season
When times are tough, people grow food even when it's not about the money. Gardening gives us sense of security when we know where our food comes from and that it can be had just out the back door. And...
View ArticleSuper Bowl chow: Score some trough-style treats
Super Bowl Sunday is a day of indulgence, a smorgasbord of appetizers, snacks and chili. The food is the focal point for many partygoers, the game only an amusing backdrop. Game day gatherings are so...
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