Above left: Jacaranda on May 21, 2020 Above right: Jacaranda on May 1, 2024 Jacaranda Trees It’s ordinarily impossible to escape the lure of blooming Jacaranda trees in Fullerton this time of […]
The Downtown Report: mid-May 2024
Mike Ritto
UNRWA Situation Report no. 107 on the situation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem
All information from 6-12 May 2024 is valid as of 12 May 2024 at 22:30 Days 213-219 of Hostilities Key points The Gaza Strip Reports persist of ongoing strikes by Israeli Forces, […]
Notice of Public Comment Period for Mobilehome and Recreational Vehicle Park Manager Training Act
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is providing notice of a public comment period for proposed regulations implementing the Mobilehome and Recreational Vehicle Park Manager Training Act (Act) established by Senate Bill […]
Francine and Irene Graduate from Young Observers
Francine Vudoti and Irene Sheen will be graduating from high school and “graduating,” too, from the Young Observers. Upon graduation from high school, young writers transition from the youth page and may […]
Young Observers: mid-May 2024
View Point: Bidding Farewell by Irene, 12th grade Dear Fullerton Observers, My first write-up for the “Young Observers” page dates back to December 2018. As an aspiring author and a spirited 12-year-old, […]
AT&T’s Plans to Drop Landlines
AT&T, along with other providers of landline phones, will be actively phasing out their landline services soon in response to the Federal Communications Commission Landline Shutdown Order 19-72. U.S. service providers will […]
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Department of Commerce Announces New Actions to Implement President Biden’s Executive Order on AI
Announcements include draft guidance documents, a draft plan for international standards, and a new measurement program opening for public comment. The U.S. Department of Commerce announced today, following the 180 mark since […]
CSUF Grad from Zimbabwe Aims to Improve Access to Mental Health Services
Psychology grad Joshua Bhasera, an advocate for mental health, found his calling at Cal State Fullerton, diving into psychology while becoming a force for positive change. Bhasera is the 2024 recipient of […]
Children and Families Health Fair
Social Services Agency (SSA) is hosting a Children and Families Health Fair starting at 9 am on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Orangethorpe Elementary School, 1400 S. Brookhurst Road in Fullerton. Residents […]
Stagflationary Environment Likely and SoCal in a Slowdown
Cal State Fullerton Economists Say Recession is No Longer Imminent. The threat of a recession has been replaced by a slow and steady stagflationary environment of rising prices and sluggish economic growth, says Cal […]
County of Orange Releases 2024 Point in Time Count Results
The County of Orange (County) released the results of the Orange County 2024 Point In Time (PIT) Count on May 8, 2024. A total of 7,322 persons experiencing homelessness were counted during […]
Gymkhana in Fullerton
Fullerton Recreational Riders (FRR) held its 64th year of competitions, proving Fullerton’s horsey heritage is alive and well. On April 27, cowgirls and cowboys of all ages rode horseback around barrels and […]
Correa, Alford, Mann, Pettersen Launch Bipartisan Real Estate Caucus
Representative Lou Correa (CA-46), alongside Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01), Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), and Mark Alford (MO-04), launched the Bipartisan Congressional Real Estate Caucus on May 6, 2024. Real estate represents 16% of […]
Video Observer: A Class Action Exhibit by MOTAL in Newly-Renovated Hunt Library Opens
At the recent reopening of the historic Hunt Library, the Museum of Teaching and Learning (MOTAL) exhibition, A Class Action: The Grassroots Struggle for School Desegregation in California, caught visitors’ attention as […]
At Home with the Homeless: “If you don’t like it here, you can leave.”
“Please take me away Far from this place Leaving me here Take me away To the furthest star in the sky Take me away To the deepest cave in the night Take […]
Observing the Future is offering volunteer hours for student involvement in the release of its first issue
The Fullerton Observer is partnering with Troy High School student Edyn Mai to create Observing the Future. This literary and editorial magazine strives to highlight the young talent in the Fullerton community. […]
Reps. Young Kim and Robin Kelly Lead Resolution Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness week
U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Robin Kelly (IL-02), who serve as co-chairs of the Maternity Care Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution (H.Res 1193) on May 6 to designate May 5-11, 2024, as […]
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Mural, Mural, on the Wall
In this issue, we enthusiastically write about the beauty and function of mural art, particularly focusing on the art created by our own local muralist, Carla Roque. Recognized by the Orange County Register as one of the most influential people of […]
Out of My Mind: Free Speech and the First Amendment: Our Most Misunderstood Amendment
Amendment I: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of […]
Capitol Updates for April 2024 from Senator Josh Newman
In March, the Senate Committee on Education, under the leadership of Senator Josh Newman, conducted its inaugural policy hearing. This crucial event was dedicated to reviewing new bills that could potentially shape […]
Sabor de Mexico Festival at the Museum Plaza
Fullerton Museum Center in the Downtown Fullerton Plaza celebrated SABOR DE MEXICO FESTIVAL. In collaboration with Blanquel Popular Art, who will be provided FREE art activities and a pop-up of their store. […]
Hunt Branch Library Celebrates Cinco de Mayo
The Hunt Branch Library celebrated Cinco de Mayo on May 5. Performers were: 2 to 4 pm Colibri Mariachi, an all-women mariachi group, 4 pm the Solidarity Dancers, and 4 to 6 […]
Fullerton Host Lions City Scholastic Chess Championship Results 2024
The 16th annual Fullerton City Scholastic Chess Championship, sponsored by the Fullerton Host Lions with significant help from the Fullerton School District since its inception, was held on April 26 at Ladera Vista Jr. High. To reduce the number […]
Drowning at Laguna Lake on May 4, 2024
The Fullerton Police Department and the Fullerton Fire Department responded to Laguna Lake regarding a possible drowning on May 4, 2024, at 6:57 pm. Upon arrival, Police and Fire personnel were notified that […]
Rest in Peace James William Kaminski
James (Jim) Kaminski, husband, father, uncle, and brother, passed away on April 22, 2024, at the age of 67. He departed peacefully at St. Jude Hospital with his wife by his side. […]
Rest in Peace Joanne Shanfield Bookston
Joanne Shanfield Bookston 1930-2024 Joanne Shanfield Bookston passed away peacefully at age 93 with her two sons and daughter-in-law at her bedside. She lived a full life filled with vibrancy and family. She was […]
Rest in Peace Reverend Esther Diane Smith
The Reverend Esther Diane Smith passed away peacefully at her home in Fullerton, CA, on April 4, 2024, from natural causes. Mother Diane is survived by her sister Sharon, her brother Richard […]
On the City Council Agenda for May 07, 2024
City Council meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm. Upcoming agenda information and streaming video of meetings are available at http://www.cityoffullerton.com. City Hall is located […]
What the analysts leave out
The conservative columnist George Will wrote a very welcome column calling attention to a book, Nuclear War: A Scenario by historian Annie Jacobsen, a riveting must-read that details just how easily deterrence could unravel, how fast […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District is participating in the Seamless Summer Feeding Option
Fullerton Joint Union High School District participates in the Seamless Summer Feeding Option Program. The following school sites will provide Breakfast and Lunch (under the Universal Meal Program) to all children 18 […]
Young Observers: Early May 2024
Did You Know? by Declan, 8th grade The Harmful Impact of Feeding Ducks Have you visited a lake and seen a sign that says, “Please don’t feed the ducks!” and wondered why? Although […]
Healthy Awareness: What are those little houses with books about?
Walking around Fullerton, have you ever noticed those house-like structures on posts in some of the front yards? They are the Little Free Library. According to Wikipedia, the late Todd Bol built […]
18 Botanical Inspired Art Installations Open Until May 12th Inside CSUF Arboretum
On view to the public through May 12, 2024, Symbiosis: 18 Environmental Art Installations are open inside the Arboretum & Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton. Situated at the intersection […]
Hits & Misses: Civil War
Civil War: A Hit and A Miss This movie has been referred to as “a scary vision of a broken America,” probably an apt description of the violence and mayhem that ensues […]
