On a beautiful December 6, 2025 morning, the Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) proudly delivered $2,436.71 in gifts for local teenagers as part of the annual Spark of Love program, sponsored by the Fullerton Fire Department. […]
Local codes are written to promote consistency, safety, and order, yet strict enforcement can unintentionally create hardship for individuals facing disabilities, medical crises, financial instability, or unexpected emergencies. Integrating reasonable accommodations into […]
It is quite surprising that, for nearly 10 years, millions of people continue to spell MAGA incorrectly. Please let me explain that the correct spelling of MAGA is M-A-F-I-A. The leader of […]
OC ACCESS is a shared-ride service that is available to qualified applicants whose physical or cognitive limitations prevent them from utilizing the regular OC Bus fixed-route service. Types of Service Your OC […]
The city of Fullerton announced on December 2 a series of measures in response to a tragic accident involving a California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) student. While the efforts, including infrastructure improvements […]
In countless casual political conversations over the years, I have heard the principle of the “lesser of two evils” invoked, the quiet suggestion that voting is less an act of belief than […]
The ongoing homelessness crisis in Fullerton, mirrored by statistics showing 434 individuals experiencing homelessness locally and over 7,300 countywide, underscores the urgent need for a fundamental shift in approach: a commitment to […]
The Pinta Writers Group is set to resume its monthly gatherings on the first Saturday of each month, offering a supportive space for individuals to create and send birthday and note cards […]
For thirty-one years, Fullerton’s neighbor, the City of Placentia, has celebrated tamalés, honoring Latin tradition and the food’s cultural roots with an annual festival, which typically takes place at the start of […]
When I published an article detailing CalPERS’ determination that the City of Fullerton unlawfully employed multiple retirees, the City’s response was not to dispute the facts publicly, but to escalate the matter […]
An investigation by Voice of OC has revealed that 15 cities in Orange County, including Brea, La Habra, and Yorba Linda, do not provide health benefits to their city council members. This […]
Happy Jewelers, a family-owned business, opened its doors to students from the Fullerton Boys & Girls Club this month to promote interest in careers in the jewelry industry.* Co-owners Gabe and […]
Loneliness often stems from feeling disconnected from the people and communities around us. A survey conducted in August earlier this year with a sample of 3,199 participants found that 61% felt lonely […]
Holidays just don’t mean the same as you get older. All the beauty and pageantry of the decked halls, the holly and the ivy, the legion of Christmas specials, even the Yule […]
Some graffiti vandals spray walls with paint from cans. Trump spreads his name with gold plated signs on buildings. Trump’s need to rename places, programs and institutions by inserting his own name […]
So here we are, rapidly approaching the holiday season. As you read that sentence, did your stress level increase? Did your muscles tense, teeth clench, stomach turn? Do the holidays make you […]
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Authority has released the draft environmental document for a 30-mile segment in Southern California that clears the way to build from San Francisco to Anaheim. This […]
video starts at 15:11 The Fullerton City Council convened on December 16, 2025, in a meeting marked by discord as Fred Jung was selected as Mayor and Nick Dunlap as Mayor Pro […]
Ethan Hawke will almost certainly earn a Best Actor nomination for his fearless portrayal of Lorenz Hart, the brilliant but tormented lyricist who, with Richard Rodgers, helped invent the American songbook. The […]
After half a century of grassroots activism, the dream of permanently protecting all 510 acres of West Coyote Hills as a nature preserve is finally within reach—but the community’s help is needed […]
The 31st Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County is now available. The report details the conditions of health, economic well-being, education and safety of Orange County’s children, giving […]
Alternative Pledge of Allegiance Judith Kaluzny: I am here to propose an alternative pledge. I pledge allegiance to the Constitution of the United States of America and to the Republic, which it […]
Cal State Fullerton President Ronald Rochon has accepted his OLLI Advisory Task Force’s initial recommendations, which provide a framework for addressing short-term issues associated with the university’s enrollment increase and the possible […]
Finals Week by Olive, 10th Grade Finals week is coming up and it is important to manage your stress and ace your tests. As a high school student, I’ve experienced test anxiety […]
The Fullerton Community Center was the scene of the annual meeting and holiday party hosted by the Fullerton Senior Club on Friday afternoon, December 5th. Seniors sat at tables adorned with white […]
Fullerton residents are encouraged to attend a crucial city council meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM, where the selection of the 2026 mayor and mayor pro tem will take […]
Fullerton School District and Fullerton Joint Union High School District held their annual organizational board meetings on December 9. Organizational meetings determine new board officers, approve upcoming meeting dates, celebrate the past […]
In a outstanding achievement for young artists, Rio Gomez, a senior at Fullerton Union High School, has been honored with the prestigious YoungArts Award in Dance for 2026. The announcement was made […]
Read the full issue of the mid-December 2025 Fullerton Observer by clicking here. No paywall and in color.
Sparkling Fun and Fund-Raiser “Drinking for Daniel” to fight Children’s cancer is a can’t miss evening of giving and receiving coming up in the Sparkle Ball neighborhood at 7pm on Saturday, December […]
Fullerton welcomed the holiday season on December 5 with its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony held at City Hall, attracting families and community members for an evening filled with festive activities. The event, […]
On Saturday, December 13, approximately 60 residents, alongside representatives from Fullerton Parks and Recreation and local dignitaries, attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phase II of the Union Pacific Trail. This new […]
The Grand Opening Ceremony will begin at 10 am at Independence Park, 801 West Valencia Drive, Fullerton. Be among the first to walk, bike, and enjoy this brand-new greenbelt trail connecting our […]
In a heartwarming initiative this December, OC Animal Care is waiving adoption fees for dogs weighing over 25 pounds. This generous offer aims to encourage the community to consider adopting larger dogs, […]
For Georgette Collard, a career marked by cultural enrichment, preservation and community became possible thanks to the museum studies program at Fullerton College. After completing her associate’s degree in art history in 2019 and a museum studies certificate in 2024, Collard now gives back to her community as museum curator for the Fullerton Museum Center. […]
