December 17, 2019
As a licensed commercial pilot and photographer, Robert Nord combines his interests in World War II military aircraft and photography by capturing the remarkable pre- and post-war subjects up close and in-flight then transforming them into unique pieces of art. His work is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from December 17, 2019 – January 16, 2020.
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December 6, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport decreased in October 2019 as compared with October 2018. In October 2019, the Airport served 897,873 passengers, a decrease of 1.0% when compared with the October 2018 passenger traffic count of 907,191.
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December 4, 2019
The first installment payment deadline of secured property taxes is Tuesday, December 10. Payments not received or bearing a USPS postmark by the deadline will incur a 10 percent late penalty.
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December 4, 2019
Approximately 35 coastal timeshare intervals at resorts such as the Marriott Newport Coast Villas and the Four Seasons Pacifica are scheduled for an online auction held by the Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector beginning at 8 a.m. on December 17. The deadline to register to bid on these properties is 5 p.m. on Monday, December 9.
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December 3, 2019
The Orange County Business Council’s (OCBC) Ninth Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards recognized Orange County Social Services Agency (SSA) and Orange County Child Support Services (CSS) for their innovative and cost-reducing government programs.
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December 3, 2019
'Tis the season at John Wayne Airport! Musical groups from 20 Orange County high schools will welcome passengers and guests with festive sounds of the season as they bring live holiday music to the Thomas F. Riley Terminal from December 13-20, 2019. All performances take place in Baggage Claim located on the Arrival (lower) Level of Terminals A, B, and C.
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November 27, 2019
The Orange County Armory Emergency Shelter Program in Santa Ana and Fullerton is operating on a 24-hour basis with coordination and support from the California Military Department, today through Friday morning to provide shelter and protection to residents experiencing homelessness during the current and predicted rain.
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November 27, 2019
The Environmental Health Division of the OC Health Care Agency advises swimmers that levels of bacteria can rise significantly in ocean and bay waters, close to storm drains, and the outlets of creeks and rivers during and after rainstorms.
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November 20, 2019
As the busy holiday travel season quickly approaches, airports across the country are anticipating another year of record passenger volume. The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the most heavily traveled periods, and passengers traveling through John Wayne Airport (JWA) between Friday, November 22 and Monday, December 2 will experience higher-than-normal passenger traffic.
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October 22, 2019
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Orange County Treasurer Shari Freidenrich announces the opening of the application period for the California Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP) that allows low income seniors and disabled property owners to defer their fiscal year 2019-20 secured property taxes on their principal residence if they meet established criteria.
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October 22, 2019
Orange County, Calif. (October 22, 2019) – The 25th Annual Conditions of Children in Orange County report was released today, offering a comprehensive assessment of the health, economic well-being, education and safety of the County's children.
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October 18, 2019
Frank Davies was ceremonially sworn in yesterday as the 12th Auditor-Controller for the County of Orange.
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October 17, 2019
While the field of photography and medicine are comparatively different, photographer and physician Andrew C. Ko saw a commonality in both where each come together to provide a sense of peace, comfort, and harmony in a world often consumed by tragedy.
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October 11, 2019
(Santa Ana) – October 15 marks National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), which helps promote testing and early diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). This year’s theme is “Living With HIV or Not…We’re Fighting This Together.”
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October 10, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport decreased in August 2019 as compared with August 2018. In August 2019, the Airport served 942,541 passengers, a decrease of 4.9% when compared with the August 2018 passenger traffic count of 991,112.
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October 11, 2019
Orange County, CA - By performing certain flood control related activities, the County of Orange has helped homeowners in the unincorporated areas of Orange County receive a 25 percent discount in flood insurance premiums.
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October 8, 2019
The Orange County Board of Supervisors today issued a resolution recognizing theofficial launch of StigmaFreeOC.com in partnership withthe OC Health Care Agency and the OC Mental Health Board.
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October 2, 2019
John Wayne Airport today announced the introduction of Viewpoint, a new user-friendly platform for community members to submit noise events.
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October 1, 2019
Beginning October 1, Delta Air Lines will fly the fuel-efficient, quieter Airbus A220-100 aircraft on its five daily nonstops between John Wayne Airport (JWA) and Salt Lake City. In addition to improved fuel efficiency, the A220-100 has a higher climb rate and a quieter engine than the B717-200 aircraft it replaces.
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September 25, 2019
A bat found at the north entrance of a commercial building located at 4332 E. La Palma Ave. in the City of Anaheim on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at around 4 p.m. has tested positive for rabies.
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September 24, 2019
John Wayne Airport will embark on a multi-year project to replace compressed natural gas (CNG) powered vehicles with electric zero emissions vehicles, funded in part by the Airport Zero Emissions Vehicle and Infrastructure Pilot Program (ZEV) administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The $2.1 million grant will provide 80% funding for the purchase of three zero emissions shuttle buses, charging equipment, and infrastructure modifications.
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September 18, 2019
A bat found at the east entrance of a commercial building located at 1188 N. Euclid St. in the City of Anaheim on Friday, September 13, 2019 at approximately 3:45 p.m. has tested positive for rabies.
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September 13, 2019
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, artist Crystal Maes found comfort through painting vivid still-life images of lemons as a representation of the emotional and physical challenges she encountered while conquering the disease. Maes' artwork is on display in the JWA Community Focus Space from September 17 through October 17, 2019, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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September 11, 2019
On September 26, 2019, the public is invited to participate in the release of the County of Orange 2018 Hate Crimes Report. The report will also be available online upon release at www.occommunityservices.org/oc_human_relations_commission.
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September 5, 2019
More than 70 coastal timeshare intervals at resorts such as the Marriott Newport Coast Villas and the Four Seasons Pacifica are scheduled for an online auction held by the Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector beginning at 9 a.m. September 18.
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August 30, 2019
The Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector recommends those with unsecured property taxes related to business property, leased equipment, boats and aircraft for fiscal year (FY) 2019-20 submit payment by September 3 to avoid late charges.
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August 30, 2019
The County of Orange Health Care Agency's (HCA) Environmental Health division has lifted the harbor water area closure encompassing Anaheim Bay, Sunset Aquatic Marina, Portofino Cove, Anderson Street Marina, Mother's Beach, and Admiralty Drive in the City of Huntington Beach. There are currently no water quality warnings or advisories in Huntington Harbor. Laboratory analysis of water samples collected yesterday confirms that the water meets acceptable standards.
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August 29, 2019
The County of Orange Health Care Agency's Environmental Health division has closed the harbor water area encompassing Anaheim Bay, Sunset Aquatic Marina, Portofino Cove, Anderson Street Marina, Mother's Beach, and Admiralty Drive in the City of Huntington Beach due to a sewage spill. The spill of approximately 60,000 gallons was caused by a sewer main blockage in the City of Stanton.
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August 26, 2019
While the Labor Day holiday typically signals the end of the summer season, it also marks the start of a busy travel period for airports across the country. Beginning Thursday, August 29 through Monday, September 2, passengers traveling through John Wayne Airport will experience higher-than-normal passenger traffic and are encouraged to review the following tips to avoid delays and enjoy stress-free travel.
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August 23, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed that a female teenager traveling internationally from New Zealand to Southern California from August 11 through August 15, 2019 was infectious with the measles.
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August 20, 2019
John Wayne Airport and Make-A-Wish® Orange County and the Inland Empire are excited to debut the first-ever North American airport children's "Wish Lounge."
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August 7, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport decreased in June 2019 as compared with June 2018. In June 2019, the Airport served 918,913 passengers, a decrease of 3.4% when compared with the June 2018 passenger traffic count of 950,834.
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July 31, 2019
The Orange County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday finalized the County's strategy to end veteran homelessness by December 2020, directing County staff to contract with a housing navigator to assist veterans in their search for housing.
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July 24, 2019
The County of Orange has settled two lawsuits related to homelessness, Orange County Catholic Worker, et. al v. County of Orange and David Ramirez, et. al v. County of Orange.
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July 23, 2019
OC Public Libraries is introducing a new feature that makes manually renewing library materials a thing of the past. As of July 17, 2019, all eligible items checked out from a library branch, including print books, magazines, CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays, will be automatically renewed on the day they are due for a maximum of up to five times.
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July 17, 2019
Rosemary Vasquez Tuthill's vibrant paintings reflect the realistic and gritty style of her late father, renowned muralist, and painter Emigdio Vasquez, as well her own distinctly feminine perspective. Her "Portraits of Influence" painting series featuring notable individuals from the worlds of pop culture, politics, science, and business is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from July 18 – August 15, 2019.
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July 16, 2019
Blaze Pizza®, known for exceptional quality and lightning fast speeds, is now open in John Wayne Airport (SNA).
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July 2, 2019
New interactive digital wayfinding signage makes traveling through John Wayne Airport even more convenient.
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July 2, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has been approved for up to $18 million over three years from the State Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC) to fund the Behavioral Health System Transformation Innovation (INN) Project.
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July 1, 2019
Summer is here and so is the busy summertime travel season that typically begins during the week of the Fourth of July holiday. Guests traveling through John Wayne Airport (JWA) are encouraged to plan accordingly to avoid delays and enjoy stress-free summer travel. Review the following tips to go from curbside through security checkpoints to arrive at your gate efficiently. Please be aware that fireworks of any kind, including sparklers, are considered hazardous and forbidden on aircraft in checked baggage or carry-on bags.
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June 26, 2019
Yesterday the Orange County Board of Supervisors approved a plan for improvements to the General Aviation (GA) facilities at John Wayne Airport (JWA).
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June 25, 2019
June 27 marks National HIV Testing Day, which promotes testing and early diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS. This year's theme, Doing It My Way, is a call to action that encourages people to get tested for HIV in a way that is best for them. At the end of 2018, there were 6,369 individuals living with HIV in Orange County and by estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) an additional 893 residents have HIV and don’t know it – some of whom will develop AIDS before realizing they are HIV-infected.
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June 25, 2019
The Orange County Board of Supervisors announced that at noon today OC Animal Care will begin accepting adoption applications for the dogs that were taken into their care from a suspected hoarding situation in the City of Orange.
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June 25, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency's (HCA) 2017 and 2018 Ocean, Harbor & Bay Water Quality Report is now available online and provides an analysis of bacteriological water quality data over a 19-year period for Orange County’s ocean recreational waters.
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June 18, 2019
Four adult graduates will be accepting their high school diplomas at OC Public Libraries' Career Online High School Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, June 20, 2019, from 7- 9 p.m. at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library located at 1855 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627. This is the second annual Career Online High School Graduation Ceremony.
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June 17, 2019
Bringing to life everyday images that may otherwise go unseen, the simplicity of nature, animals, and landscapes, as captured by photographer Devin Grady, become intricate imagery through the use of his artistic technique. Grady's artwork "Nature Takes Flight," is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from June 18 – July 18, 2019.
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June 6, 2019
Earlier this week, the Orange County Board of Supervisors declared June 15, 2019 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) to help raise awareness about the millions of older adults who experience elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. Members of the Board presented a resolution to leaders of the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA), Health Care Agency (HCA), District Attorney's Office, OC Community Resources' Office on Aging and other Orange County community partners to recognize their commitment to helping seniors live longer, safer and healthier lives.
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June 6, 2019
On Tuesday the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Option and Master Lease Agreements for the Laguna Niguel Town Center with Laguna Niguel Town Center Partners, LLC, (LNTCP) for a mixed-use development on County owned 24-acres property formerly known as the South County Justice Center.
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May 31, 2019
This past Tuesday, the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department reached a milestone in electronic recording history by reaching 9 million electronically submitted and recorded documents.
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May 30, 2019
OC Public Libraries are pleased to announce the 2019 Lunch at the Library program, beginning June 3.
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May 28, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in April 2019 as compared with April 2018. In April 2019, the Airport served 899,276 passengers, an increase of 0.6% when compared with the April 2018 passenger traffic count of 893,668.
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May 23, 2019
With a record number of passengers expected at airports during the start of the busy summer travel season beginning Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day, John Wayne Airport (JWA) encourages travelers to plan accordingly to avoid delays and enjoy stress-free holiday travel.
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May 22, 2019
The County of Orange was recognized for a total of 12 achievement awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) and two Golden Hub of Innovation awards from the Association of California Cities-Orange County (ACC-OC) this May.
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May 20, 2019
May is CalFresh Awareness Month and the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is pleased to announce that starting June 1, 2019, the State of California's CalFresh food assistance program will be expanded to include eligible older adults and people with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income/State Supplemental Payment (SSI/SSP) benefits. SSI/SSP benefits will not change as part of the expansion.
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May 20, 2019
In celebration of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 19-25, 2019, the OC Health Care Agency recognizes Orange County's EMS (OCEMS) System and its network of first responders (fire, ambulance, marine safety and law enforcement), dispatchers, hospital personnel and medical professionals for their dedication and commitment in providing day-to-day life saving services to the community.
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May 16, 2019
Documenting his travels throughout the US, Tahiti, Europe, and Russia with photography, painter William (Bill) Knauer brings the photos of his experiences to life through acrylic impressionist-like paintings. Knauer's artwork is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from May 16 – June 18, 2018.
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May 15, 2019
The County of Orange's Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20 Recommended Budget has been released for review by the Board of Supervisors and the public. It is available online at http://www.ocgov.com/gov/ceo/deputy/finance/budget .
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May 8, 2019
For the seventh year in a row, the Irvine Company tops the charts as the No. 1 Taxpayer in the County. In addition, Charter Communications (Time Warner) is the top unsecured property taxpayer for fiscal year 2018-19. The top 20 taxpayers represent 5.40 percent and 5.99 percent of the total billed property taxes, for a total of $334,396,771, with the total property taxes billed up 3 percent from last year. More than $7 billion in property tax bills were issued this fiscal year.
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May 8, 2019
At yesterday's Board meeting, the Orange County Board of Supervisors declared May as Foster Care Month and highlighted the significant need for the community to get involved in order to provide loving homes for foster youth. Members of the Board presented a resolution to leaders of the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) for the Agency’s efforts to recruit qualified foster families, also known as resource families. The Board also honored local resource parents Melissa and Andrew Ferguson at the meeting.
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May 6, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed the second case of measles in 2019, an infant under the age of 1 who is too young to have been vaccinated and is currently hospitalized. This case has no history of international travel. The infant was seen at the Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) emergency department while infectious.
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May 6, 2019
John Wayne Airport (JWA) is excited to announce the launch of a new Play Me! Piano program modeled after the "Play Me, I'm Yours" street piano to provide a stage for spontaneous live music in the Thomas F. Riley Terminal. Airport guests are invited to sit down and share their talent on the Avant Grand piano located post-security on the upper level between Terminals A and B.
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May 1, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed the first case of measles in 2019, a resident of Placentia in her 20s who reported recent international travel to one of many countries currently experiencing widespread measles activity. The individual is considered infectious between April 23 and May 1, 2019 and is currently under voluntary isolation at home.
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April 24, 2019
OC Animal Care is hosting two emergency training sessions on April 28 to teach interested foster volunteers how to bottle feed kittens.
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April 24, 2019
Today the County of Orange released the results of the 2019 Point In Time count.
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April 22, 2019
In celebration of libraries, comic books, cosplay, animation and more, OC Public Libraries will be hosting the third annual Comic Orange on April 27 at the Tustin Library.
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April 22, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in March 2019 as compared with March 2018. In March 2019, the Airport served 923,469 passengers, an increase of 2.8% when compared with the March 2018 passenger traffic count of 898,418.
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April 18, 2019
Santa Ana, Calif. (April 18, 2019) – The State of California Department of Veterans Affairs awarded the Orange County Veterans Service Office (OCVSO) and Veterans Legal Institute (VSI) a $49,000 grant in support of mental health outreach and support services for California veterans.
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April 18, 2019
The saying that “a picture is worth a thousand words” is evident through the work of fine art photographer Jane Szabo. Szabo utilizes objects from her childhood home to express the challenges, burdens and joy she experiences as caretaker to her elderly parents, incorporating memory, metaphor and allegory. Szabo’s “Family Matters” photography is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from April 18 – May 16, 2018.
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April 17, 2019
A bat found at the north entrance of a commercial building located at 1021 N. Tustin Ave. in the City of Anaheim on Friday, April 12, 2019 at approximately 5:30 p.m. has tested positive for rabies.
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April 3, 2019
OC Public Libraries will be hosting its 13th annual Literary Orange event at the Newport Beach Marriott on Saturday, April 6, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. This premier literary event brings together over 500 attendees, including authors, readers and libraries for a celebration of literature. Tickets for this year's event went on sale in January and sold out in the first three days.
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April 2, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in February 2019 as compared with February 2018.
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March 28, 2019
Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Treasurer Shari Freidenrich, and the Orange County Information Technology Application Development team have collaborated to create Mello, a responsive web based application designed to give Orange County homeowners easy access to their property tax information with full breakdowns of where those taxes and fees are going.
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March 27, 2019
The Board of Supervisors voted March 26 to approve $13 million toward the creation of an additional Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) for those persons in Orange County experiencing a mental health emergency.
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March 22, 2019
Laguna Beach artists Stephanie Cunningham and Betty Haight create two individually unique paintings then blend them together to produce one seamless piece of collaborative "Duet" artwork featuring soulful, moody landscapes and figurative imagery that pulls viewers into a storyline of their art. An exhibit of their work is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from March 20 – April 18, 2019.
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March 13, 2019
The Orange County Board of Supervisors announced that it has committed $600,000 of Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) monies for the creation of a countywide suicide prevention program. This funding will be given to MindOC, the fiscal entity of Be Well Orange County, an initiative bringing together public, private, academic and faith-based organizations, as well as others, to create a coordinated system of mental healthcare and support for all Orange County residents.
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March 12, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in January 2019 as compared with January 2018. In January 2019, the Airport served 819,392 passengers, an increase of 0.3% when compared with the January 2018 passenger traffic count of 817,258.$0
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February 27, 2019
The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA), and all county welfare departments in the state, have been notified by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) that CalFresh March benefits will be issued on a single day, Friday, March 1, 2019, rather than the normal staggered issuance cycle of the first through the tenth of the month.
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February 27, 2019
The County of Orange Board of Supervisors voted February 26 to approve the appointment of Agripino Alonso as Director of the Internal Audit Department (IAD).
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February 22, 2019
OC Parks, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Angler Chronicles invite families to enjoy the annual Kids' Fishing Derby at the North Lake at Mile Square Regional Park on Saturday, March 2.
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February 22, 2019
Today the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) released its annual report for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, covering the period from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018.
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February 20, 2019
The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is pleased to announce it has been honored with the 2018 Crown Communities Award presented by American City & County magazine. SSA was recognized for its simulation training program, the first of its kind in the state specifically designed for Adult Protective Services (APS) workers.
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February 14, 2019
With coordination and support from the California Military Department, the Orange County Armory Emergency Shelter Program in Santa Ana and Fullerton is operating on a 24-hour basis beginning today through Saturday morning to provide shelter and protection to the homeless community during the current and predicted rain.
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February 11, 2019
OC Animal Care broke its organizational record in 2018 by achieving a combined save rate of 81.74 percent for dogs and cats, almost 10 percent higher than in 2017.
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February 6, 2019
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Orange County coastal and inland areas beginning at 10 p.m. this evening to 9 a.m. tomorrow morning.
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January 31, 2019
On January 22, 2019, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) approved the County of Orange's application to join the FDIC Money Smart Alliance Program, which is designed to promote financial education nationwide.
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January 29, 2019
After assessing damage and coordinating a plan of recommended actions with the City of La Habra and the Coyote Village home owners association, Orange County (OC) Public Works has begun to remove debris as part of emergency work where a private underground storm drain collapsed and caused a large sinkhole last Wednesday within the residential community.
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January 30, 2019
The Orange County Board of Supervisors (OCBOS) today announced it has committed $16.6 million for the creation of the county's first Be Well Orange County (OC) Regional Mental Health and Wellness Campus.
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January 25, 2019
Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen is proud to announce February 25, 2019 as the grand opening date for the Clerk-Recorder Department's new North County Branch Office in Anaheim.
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January 17, 2019
Inspired by the drawings of renowned artists Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Daumier and Van Gogh, Dennis Carrie’s paintings use many layers of paint to render his subjects with the greatest possible honesty and are the result of careful observation and thought.
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January 17, 2019
The County of Orange Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed Orange County's first influenza-related death in a person under 65 years of age this season.
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January 16, 2019
The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is forwarding yesterday's announcement by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) that CalFresh nutrition assistance benefits for the month of February will be issued early.
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January 16, 2019
The Office of Care Coordination recently published the January 2019 newsletter regarding the County's continued efforts to address homelessness. In this newsletter, you can learn about the 2019 Point In Time count, the Commission to End Homelessness, the Chrysalis Center Orange County grand opening, the Placentia Veteran's Village groundbreaking and more.
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January 15, 2019
In her vision for the next four years, newly sworn-in Treasurer-Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich promises to continue on her path of making common sense changes and to challenge her staff to assist in identifying areas to streamline her office's operations and to use technology to assist them.
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January 9, 2019
For those looking to tie the knot on what many consider to be the most romantic day of the year, look no further.
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January 8, 2019
Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District, has been chosen unanimously by her colleagues to serve as Chairwoman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors for 2019. Supervisor Steel, Second District, will serve as the Board's Vice Chair.
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January 7, 2019
The County of Orange is seeking around 1,000 volunteers to sign up to help with the 2019 Point In Time count, taking place Wednesday, January 23, and Thursday, January 24.
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January 2, 2019
The County of Orange is launching a data-sharing tool for medical providers and agencies in Orange County, California to coordinate the myriad of homeless services.
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February 21, 2019
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Inland Orange County beginning at 10 p.m. this evening to 9 a.m. tomorrow morning.
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April 2, 2019
Once again OC Parks brings live music to Orange County's regional parks. Enjoy 10 concerts at five different parks, Thursday nights from June 20 through Aug. 29. Headliners include Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, The English Beat, Lit and more.
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April 2, 2019
Grab a beach chair and some popcorn, because OC Parks is bringing the big screens back to your favorite regional parks again this summer. Enjoy 14 movies at seven different parks, Friday nights from June 14 through Sept. 13.
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April 4, 2019
With the second installment of secured property taxes last timely payment date looming on April 10, Orange County Treasurer Shari Freidenrich reports that more than 150,000 individual taxpayers have not yet submitted their payments.
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April 9, 2019
The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) invited employees and citizens of Orange County to show their support in ending childhood abuse and neglect by wearing blue today, April 9, 2019, for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. In addition, residents are encouraged to take photos of themselves, their friends, coworkers and loved ones while wearing blue and tagging photos using the hashtag #GoBlueForOCKids on social media.
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April 18, 2019
Come learn more about bears and have fun at the OC Zoo! Activities include bear crafts for kids, special zookeepers chats about bears, and a learning station where you can find out more about bear conservation and research, how to "bear proof" camping sites, and what to do if you see a bear.
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April 30, 2019
The County of Orange and OC Parks are pleased to present the annual Sunset Cinema film series, featuring 14 free, family-friendly movies at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Yorba Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Sunset Cinema brings recent and classic films to the big screen at your favorite regional parks every Friday evening throughout the summer, starting on June 14 and running through Sept. 13.
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July 3, 2019
OC Animal Care is making it easier for pet owners to be reunited with their lost pets over the Fourth of July holiday with the belief that by helping lost pets find their way home sooner, it will create enough space for additional incoming stray animals.
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August 15, 2019
Mixed Media Collage artist Fernando Del Rosario brings his "Real Heroes" collection of inspiring quotes and original composed art to John Wayne Airport (JWA). Del Rosario's artwork is on display in the JWA Community Focus Space from August 15 – September 17, 2019.
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September 18, 2019
Over 400 job seekers are expected to meet with potential Orange County employers at the First Annual Orange County Regional Job Fair. Hosted by the Orange County Board of Supervisors and in partnership with the Orange County Workforce Development Board (OCDB), Anaheim Workforce Development Board, Santa Ana Workforce Development Board and Fullerton City Council, the OC Regional Job Fair will take place on Thursday, October 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is free and will be open to the public.
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October 10, 2019
A bat found alive near the entrance of Kohl's department store at 12345 Seal Beach Blvd. in the City of Seal Beach on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at around 8 p.m. has tested positive for rabies.
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October 15, 2019
The County of Orange, in partnership with Mercy House Inc. and the California National Guard, has opened the seasonal Armory Emergency Shelter (armory) in Fullerton more than a month earlier than usual, providing up to 200 beds for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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October 16, 2019
Orange County Treasurer Shari Freidenrich announced that over 870,000 secured property tax bills totaling more than $7.2 billion have been mailed to the names of the property owners on the most recent tax roll.
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October 25, 2019
Today the County of Orange has prevailed in its lawsuit against the Orange County Needle Exchange Program (OCNEP) and is now entitled to Judgment against the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) on the County's claim under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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November 1, 2019
he OC Health Care Agency (HCA) today released the "2014 – 2018 Suicide Deaths in Orange County, California" report, available online at www.ochealthinfo.com/suicidereport, which analyzes data sourced from the State of California's Department of Public Health Death Statistical Master File and Vital Records Business Intelligence System.
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November 12, 2019
The County of Orange, in partnership with Mercy House Inc. and the California National Guard, will open the seasonal Armory Emergency Shelter (armory) in Santa Ana this evening. This armory will provide up to 200 beds for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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November 13, 2019
Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in September 2019 as compared with September 2018. In September 2019, the Airport served 859,174 passengers, an increase of 0.3% when compared with the September 2018 passenger traffic count of 856,688.
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November 13, 2019
Inspired by its rich heritage, natural scenery, and stunning architecture, the late landscape artist Sigrid "Jan" Mecklenburg was drawn to paint the “Jewel of the California Missions,” also known as the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. Her artwork is on display in the John Wayne Airport Community Focus Space from November 14 – December 17, 2019.
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December 3, 2019
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) today released the "Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Orange County, CA" report, available online at www.ochealthinfo.com/about/admin/pubs/opioid.
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December 17, 2019
Orange County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District, was unanimously elected by her California county supervisor peers to serve as President of the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) at the Annual Conference in San Francisco.
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