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Tustin Councilman Lee Fink Convicted of Battery Against Elderly Man
On December 23, 2024, Tustin Councilman Lee Fink quietly pled guilty to one misdemeanor count of battery. His conviction was the end result of an...
Orange County Classical Academy: Tuition-Free Educational Excellence For OC Families.
Orange County Classical Academy shines as a tuition-free educational alternative for OC families. At a time when families across the state are struggling to find...
Wagner: The AQMD Is Coming For Your Gas Water Heater And Appliances
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) exists to improve regional air quality. I recently joined its Governing Board, eager to support the cause....
Merry Christmas!
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the...
Fullerton to Host Family-Friendly First Night 2025 Celebration in Historic Downtown
The City of Fullerton is set to welcome the New Year with the return of its beloved First Night celebration, a cherished tradition for families...
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