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The Ivys at Providence Park and The Laurels
This is a great gated neighborhood in Costa Mesa's South Coast Metro area that is mostly hidden and unknown. Susan Street, just north of the 405 Freeway and west of Fairview Road, is where this neighborhood is located.
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The LAB Anti-Mall
The LAB stands for "Little American Business," and that is exactly who we are and what we promote. The LAB began its quest to battle retail boredom more than 25 years ago, when it was recycled from a night-vision goggle manufacturer!
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OC Fair & Event Center
The OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) is a 150-acre event facility in Costa Mesa, California. The Orange County Fair, Costa Mesa Speedway, Centennial Farm, and Pacific Amphitheatre are all located on the property, which is visited by approximately 4.3 million people each year.
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COSTAMESA NEWS
Helicopter Crash in Huntington Beach Injures Five, Including Young Boy
News Summary A helicopter crash in Huntington Beach on Saturday resulted in injuries to five people, including an 8-year-old boy. The incident occurred near Hilton’s Waterfront Beach Resort when a...
Huntington Beach Ordered to Comply with Housing Mandates
News Summary A California appellate court has mandated Huntington Beach to adhere to state housing requirements within 120 days, following a previous ineffective ruling. The city must develop a housing...
Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Rape at Knifepoint
News Summary Jorge Luis Epitacioperez, 33, was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and raping his ex-girlfriend at knifepoint in Costa Mesa. The case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the...
Santa Ana Officials Under Fire for Returning Child Care Grant
News Summary Santa Ana city officials have faced criticism for returning a $6.7 million state grant intended to enhance child care programs. This decision, made without informing the City Council...
Thrift Shopping Gains Popularity Among Costa Mesa College Students
News Summary Costa Mesa college students are increasingly turning to thrift stores for affordable and sustainable shopping. Recent events at Orange Coast College, such as a collaboration with Goodwill and...
Plans for Hive Live Development in Costa Mesa Abandoned
News Summary The proposed Hive Live mixed-use development in Costa Mesa has been officially abandoned after the sale of a 14.59-acre parcel to Drawbridge Realty. The site, which was intended...
Governor Newsom Vetoes Bill to Allow Direct Shipping of Medical Cannabis in California
California, October 16, 2025 News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Assembly Bill 1332, which aimed to facilitate direct shipping of medical cannabis from licensed microbusinesses to patients. Despite unanimous...
GAF Energy Announces Headquarters Move from California to Texas
Georgetown, Texas, October 16, 2025 News Summary GAF Energy, a solar panel tech company, is relocating its headquarters from San José, California to Georgetown, Texas, effective December 13. This strategic move...
California Unveils Measures to Aid Struggling Restaurants
Los Angeles, October 16, 2025 News Summary In response to economic challenges, California has launched two new measures aimed at supporting its restaurant industry. These measures, announced at Joyce restaurant in...
SCHOOL NEWS
Helena Community Remembers Kathleen ‘Kat’ Schroeder and JoAnn Anderson
News Summary The Helena community is mourning the recent losses of Kathleen ‘Kat’ Schroeder and JoAnn Lester Anderson. Schroeder, 76, passed away from natural causes, leaving a legacy of love...
Beloved State Farm Veteran Michael Wong Passes Away
News Summary Michael Wong, a cherished family man and long-time employee of State Farm Insurance, has passed away unexpectedly. Known for his dedication to work and family, Michael’s life was...
Los Angeles High School Football Results Highlight Season Start
News Summary High school football in Los Angeles kicked off with competitive matchups across the CIF Southern Section and the L.A. City Section. Noteworthy results included Bloomington’s 62-0 win against...
High School Football Takes Center Stage in Los Angeles
News Summary This weekend, high school football in Los Angeles is set to showcase 212 games, including key matchups featuring top-ranked teams like Mater Dei and Corona Centennial. The schedule...
Costa Mesa to Host Community E-Bike Skills Course
News Summary Costa Mesa will hold a Community E-Bike Skills Course at TeWinkle Middle School, teaching safe riding practices and providing bicycle tune-ups and helmets. It emphasizes safety for all...
Estancia High School Unveils New Performing Arts Center
News Summary Estancia High School celebrated the grand opening of its $42 million performing arts center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This new facility, funded primarily by Measure F, features a...
Costa Mesa Resident Charged for Voting Fraud Involving Dog
News Summary Laura Lee Yourex, a resident of Costa Mesa, faces five felony charges for allegedly registering her dog to vote illegally and casting ballots on its behalf. The Orange...
Arlene Schafer Retires After Years of Service in Costa Mesa
News Summary Arlene Schafer was honored for her 28 years on the Costa Mesa Sanitary District board as she retires, stepping down to spend more time with her family. Throughout...
Widespread ICE Raids Spark Fear in Southern California Communities
News Summary Recent ICE raids across Southern California have caused significant unrest, with nearly 50 detentions reported. The operations targeted various cities and raised concerns among local families. Community protests...
Winthrop University News
OCC Men’s Water Polo Team Shines at Orange Coast Tournament
News Summary The Orange Coast College men’s water polo team displayed impressive skills at the Orange Coast Tournament on October 10, 2025. After facing a tough loss against Golden West...
Orange Coast College Planetarium Presents ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Laser Show
News Summary On September 24, 2025, Orange Coast College hosted a captivating laser show featuring Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’. The event showcased brilliant visuals synchronized with the...
Residents Upset Over New Security Policy at The Harbour
News Summary Residents at Orange Coast College’s on-campus housing, The Harbour, are expressing dissatisfaction with a new security policy requiring all entries through the main lobby after 7 p.m. While...
Residents of Orange Coast College’s The Harbour Frustrated by New Security Policy Implementation
News Summary Residents of The Harbour at Orange Coast College are voicing their displeasure over a new security policy requiring strict entry regulations after 7 p.m. The policy mandates that...
Young Musician Shines at Visions of Pop Concert
News Summary Jocelyn Nguyen, a 23-year-old music major at Orange Coast College, mesmerized audiences at the Visions of Pop concert on September 20, 2025. The event featured a selection of...
Orange Coast College Men’s Soccer Team Draws with MiraCosta
News Summary On September 19, 2025, the Orange Coast College men’s soccer team secured a hard-fought 2-2 draw against MiraCosta College at the OCC Soccer Complex. Despite an initial deficit,...
SOUTH CAROLINA NEWS
Helicopter Crash in Huntington Beach Injures Five, Including Young Boy
News Summary A helicopter crash in Huntington Beach on Saturday resulted in injuries to five people, including an 8-year-old boy. The incident occurred near Hilton’s Waterfront Beach Resort when a...
Huntington Beach Ordered to Comply with Housing Mandates
News Summary A California appellate court has mandated Huntington Beach to adhere to state housing requirements within 120 days, following a previous ineffective ruling. The city must develop a housing...
Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Rape at Knifepoint
News Summary Jorge Luis Epitacioperez, 33, was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and raping his ex-girlfriend at knifepoint in Costa Mesa. The case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the...
Santa Ana Officials Under Fire for Returning Child Care Grant
News Summary Santa Ana city officials have faced criticism for returning a $6.7 million state grant intended to enhance child care programs. This decision, made without informing the City Council...
Thrift Shopping Gains Popularity Among Costa Mesa College Students
News Summary Costa Mesa college students are increasingly turning to thrift stores for affordable and sustainable shopping. Recent events at Orange Coast College, such as a collaboration with Goodwill and...
Plans for Hive Live Development in Costa Mesa Abandoned
News Summary The proposed Hive Live mixed-use development in Costa Mesa has been officially abandoned after the sale of a 14.59-acre parcel to Drawbridge Realty. The site, which was intended...
Governor Newsom Vetoes Bill to Allow Direct Shipping of Medical Cannabis in California
California, October 16, 2025 News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Assembly Bill 1332, which aimed to facilitate direct shipping of medical cannabis from licensed microbusinesses to patients. Despite unanimous...
GAF Energy Announces Headquarters Move from California to Texas
Georgetown, Texas, October 16, 2025 News Summary GAF Energy, a solar panel tech company, is relocating its headquarters from San José, California to Georgetown, Texas, effective December 13. This strategic move...
California Unveils Measures to Aid Struggling Restaurants
Los Angeles, October 16, 2025 News Summary In response to economic challenges, California has launched two new measures aimed at supporting its restaurant industry. These measures, announced at Joyce restaurant in...
NATIONAL/US NEWS
Helicopter Crash in Huntington Beach Injures Five, Including Young Boy
News Summary A helicopter crash in Huntington Beach on Saturday resulted in injuries to five people, including an 8-year-old boy. The incident occurred near Hilton’s Waterfront Beach Resort when a...
Huntington Beach Ordered to Comply with Housing Mandates
News Summary A California appellate court has mandated Huntington Beach to adhere to state housing requirements within 120 days, following a previous ineffective ruling. The city must develop a housing...
Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Rape at Knifepoint
News Summary Jorge Luis Epitacioperez, 33, was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and raping his ex-girlfriend at knifepoint in Costa Mesa. The case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the...
Santa Ana Officials Under Fire for Returning Child Care Grant
News Summary Santa Ana city officials have faced criticism for returning a $6.7 million state grant intended to enhance child care programs. This decision, made without informing the City Council...
Thrift Shopping Gains Popularity Among Costa Mesa College Students
News Summary Costa Mesa college students are increasingly turning to thrift stores for affordable and sustainable shopping. Recent events at Orange Coast College, such as a collaboration with Goodwill and...
Plans for Hive Live Development in Costa Mesa Abandoned
News Summary The proposed Hive Live mixed-use development in Costa Mesa has been officially abandoned after the sale of a 14.59-acre parcel to Drawbridge Realty. The site, which was intended...
Governor Newsom Vetoes Bill to Allow Direct Shipping of Medical Cannabis in California
California, October 16, 2025 News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Assembly Bill 1332, which aimed to facilitate direct shipping of medical cannabis from licensed microbusinesses to patients. Despite unanimous...
GAF Energy Announces Headquarters Move from California to Texas
Georgetown, Texas, October 16, 2025 News Summary GAF Energy, a solar panel tech company, is relocating its headquarters from San José, California to Georgetown, Texas, effective December 13. This strategic move...
California Unveils Measures to Aid Struggling Restaurants
Los Angeles, October 16, 2025 News Summary In response to economic challenges, California has launched two new measures aimed at supporting its restaurant industry. These measures, announced at Joyce restaurant in...
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