Although it might be a bit early to determine the severity of the upcoming flu season, one thing is certain: getting vaccinated against influenza offers the best protection against serious illness and hospitalization. […]
Read the mid-September 2026 Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the mid-September 2026 Fullerton Observer.
Cancer survivors meet with Rep. Derek Tran in Fullerton
Orange County cancer survivors met with Rep. Derek Tran on Thursday, September 10, at Classic Café in Fullerton, sharing their experiences with cancer and urging continued federal support for cancer research, affordable […]
Read the Early September 2026 Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the Early September 2026 issue.
Join OC Parks for Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay September 19
Join OC Parks, Newport Bay Conservancy and fellow volunteers for Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay on Saturday, September 19. Spend the morning protecting local coastlines and wildlife, and help remove […]
Orange County Mosquito Control Launches Treatment Efforts in Anaheim, Buena Park, and Fullerton
In response to a noticeable uptick in mosquito populations and the associated risks of mosquito-borne diseases, the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) will implement targeted mosquito control measures in […]
Saving the Rest of West Coyote Hills in the Final Stretch
The Phase 2 acquisition to permanently protect the rest of West Coyote Hills’ 510-acre habitat — serving 2 million residents in park-poor communities spanning Orange and Los Angeles Counties — is entering […]
VA Long Beach Opens Renovated Peer-Led Support Center for Veterans
The VA Long Beach Healthcare System announced the reopening of the PIER (Partnership in Effective Recovery), a newly renovated peer-led resource center for Veterans dealing with mental illness. The expanded center is […]
Baby, It Is Hot Outside!
The temperature in Fullerton rose to 100 degrees Fahrenheit on August 23. I went to the mall to escape the heat, but many others had the same idea. Not everyone can escape […]
High Temperatures in Orange County Can Increase Risk of Heat-Related Illnesses
Temperatures in Coastal Orange County are expected to reach 95°F, with Inland areas ranging from the mid‑90s up to 105°F through Friday, August 28. High temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illnesses […]
Community Comes Together for Car Show and Fundraiser in Honor of Local Tattoo Artist in Need of Kidney Transplant
For more than three decades, Curt Dunlap has left pieces of his artwork on people throughout Fullerton. Some of those people have grown older alongside him. Some have returned years later. And […]
Healthy Awareness: Music Therapy
My daughter, Nancy, recently moved her baby grand piano into my home so she can play while she is in Fullerton. This inspired me to take piano lessons at CSUF’s Osher Lifelong […]
West Coyote Hills Final Acquisition in Home Stretch
Phase 2 Acquisition In The Home Stretch 75% of purchase price raised, but a critical funding gap remains Dear Friends, It’s been a while since you’ve heard from us — but we’ve […]
First West Nile Virus Death of 2026 Reported in LA County
Public Health Urges Residents to Take Steps to Prevent the Spread of Mosquito-Borne Illness The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first local death due to West Nile […]
Paramedic Subscription Program 2026
Help with out-of-pocket costs for Emergency Medical Services. Pending City Council adoption of the FY 2026-27 Master Fee Schedule. The Paramedic Subscription Program is a voluntary annual membership that helps Fullerton residents, […]
Fullerton Fire Department seeks to add Kaiser to Medi-Cal transfer program projected to net city $826,000
The Fullerton Fire Department is asking the City Council to expand a state Medicaid financing arrangement to go through a single health plan. The request, on the council’s August 18 consent calendar […]
Massive Fire Erupts Near Fullerton Airport – Nearby Shelter Evacuated
A three-alarm fire tore through a shoe factory next to Fullerton Municipal Airport on Wednesday, August 12, sending a column of black smoke over Fullerton, briefly shutting down the airport and forcing […]
Vanillin flavoring in e-cigarettes disrupts human embryonic stem cell development
UC Riverside-led study suggests a possible link between vaping and difficulty conceiving in women Vanillin, a common flavoring chemical in e-cigarettes, may disrupt the normal development of embryos in pregnant women who […]
The Science Behind It: Cyclospora and Practicing Safe Eating Habits
If you’ve been following the news recently, you’ve probably heard about the Cyclospora outbreak linked to fresh produce. As someone who has studied foodborne bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella throughout my […]
A Great Place to Stay Active: The Fullerton Community Center
Retirement is a seductive concept, like walking through a beautiful forest — that is, until we reach the end of our working lives and realize we have to create a whole new […]
Blood Drive Tuesday at Providence St. Jude Medical Center Amid Urgent Need for Donors
Blood donations make an immediate impact and are especially critical during the summer months, with numerous blood drives available WHO: Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton is joining forces with the […]
Senior Mobility Program
The Measure M2 (M2) Senior Mobility Program is designed to fill the gap between local fixed-route buses and ADA paratransit, or OC ACCESS service, by providing local transportation services to seniors in […]
Beat the Heat in Fullerton
If you need a place to escape the heat, visit the Fullerton Public Library or Fullerton Community Center, both offering air-conditioned spaces during regular operating hours. Remember to: Stay hydrated Avoid outdoor activities during […]
Fullerton School District Helps Connect 400 Families with Food and Essential Resources
Hundreds of Fullerton families received food, fresh produce, bottled water and essential household items on July 22 as Fullerton School District partnered with Feed the Children, Niagara Cares and Orange County United […]
National blood crisis NOW: Immediate need for blood donations
For only the second time in history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis — and patients may already be feeling the impact. Donors are asked to act immediately […]
Hundreds of Orange County Families Set to Benefit from Resource Rally on July 22
A coalition of organizations will come together in Fullerton on July 22 to provide essential resources to families in need during a Resource Rally hosted by Niagara Cares, Feed the Children, the […]
American Heart Association urges extra precautions as temperatures climb nationwide
As summer heat intensifies across the U.S., the American Heart Association is warning that soaring temperatures don’t just make people uncomfortable — they can put serious strain on the heart and […]
City of Fullerton Invites Residents to Two Community Meetings on the Future of Solid Waste and Recycling in Fullerton
The City of Fullerton is set to engage residents in shaping its solid waste and recycling future through two upcoming community meetings. These sessions will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn […]
Balance and Change: Differentiating Between FUN and fun
Do you know the difference between FUN and fun? It is a very important distinction! FUN is a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Paris! On the other hand, fun is taking a walk with […]
Kids, Screens, and Summer Eye Health: What Fullerton Families Should Know This Summer
As summer routines take over, many Fullerton families may notice a shift in how their kids use their eyes. With more free time during the summer months, children often spend longer periods on screens while also spending more time […]
Young Boxers Thrive at The Bridge Boxing Club in Fullerton
An eleven-year-old boxer named Brave spelled out his name for a visitor as he talked about boxing one recent summer evening at The Bridge Boxing Club (“TBBC”) in Fullerton. Asked whether training at the gym helps him with school, he responded simply, “I don’t know, but it keeps […]
Fullerton Trash Bills to Rise July 1 as County Landfill Fees Climb 53%
Residents and businesses in Fullerton will pay more for trash service beginning July 1, 2026, as a new regional disposal agreement drives up county landfill fees far beyond the usual annual inflation […]
Construction Underway at CSU Fullerton’s Center for Healthy Neighborhoods
Construction began on July 6, 2026, at the California State University Fullerton Center for Healthy Neighborhoods to renovate the center’s facilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. According […]
Fullerton’s Drinking Water Met All State and Federal Standards in 2025, City Report Says
The City of Fullerton’s drinking water met every state and federal safety standard during 2025, with no violations of maximum contaminant levels recorded across the system, according to the water department’s annual […]
West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes from Eight Cities in Orange County
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) this week confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile Virus (WNV) in the cities of Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Garden Grove and Westminster. Orange County now […]
