Summer is ending. That is traditionally the time when we put away “the lazy days” and move towards the less fun days of school and getting serious about work again. It is […]
Tribute to Richard Lee Hopping: A Pioneer in Optometry and Community Leader
Richard Lee Hopping, a visionary in the field of optometry and a dedicated community figure, passed away on August 12, 2025, at the age of 97 in Fullerton, California. Hopping’s remarkable life […]
Union Pacific Park Project Makes Progress Toward Long-Awaited Opening After 22 Years
After more than two decades of delays, the community’s anticipation for a new Union Pacific Park is finally set to culminate in a long-awaited opening. Initially slated for inauguration in 2003, the […]
At Home with the Homeless: Housing First. Housing First. Housing First.
Also, from “s–thole countries” to “s–thole cities.” Now that my Google feed has been trained to fetch stories about the unhoused in cities around the world, two themes are emerging: first, despite […]
Healthy Awareness: A Shift in Perspective on Help and Control
The “Let Them” approach challenges our long-held belief that helping others means taking control and managing their problems. We tend to do this especially when we feel excluded, frustrated, or afraid. The “Let Them” approach encourages us to step back and accept what we cannot control (sounds […]
Re-imagining Fullerton
Imagine a revitalized Fullerton, where the hundreds of thousands of trees that were removed over the years are restored to their former glory. Picture a city where cycling is not only […]
Out of My Mind: When You Follow a Leader
Once upon a time, possibly this very time, Americans believed that lemmings threw themselves off cliffs in a kind of unspoken but intentional suicide pact. We believed this because Walt Disney, in […]
Elementary School District Board Update: Early September 2025
Multi-age Class Update On August 19, Rolling Hills Elementary parents and students met with FSD Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources, Dr. Chad Hammett and Rolling Hills Principal, Lindy McNutt, concerning the abrupt closing […]
Hits and Misses: Honey Don’t: A Hit and a Miss
Ethan Coen’s third solo outing, Honey Don’t, is a reminder that the Coen brothers were always better together. Classics like The Big Lebowski, Fargo, and O Brother, Where Art Thou? balanced Ethan’s irreverent humor with Joel’s self-conscious artistry. Honey Don’t offers the familiar […]
Concert to Benefit Immigrants Tonight, Saturday, September 6
Live Music Open Jam and a chance to contribute to an organization assisting immigrants families happens tonight beginning at 6:30pm Saturday, September 6 at the wonderful Mediterranean restaurant Les Amis, 128 W […]
City of Fullerton, Smile Generation, and KABOOM! Unite to Build Kid-Designed Playground at Union Pacific Park
The City of Fullerton Parks & Recreation Department, Smile Generation®, and KABOOM! are teaming up to bring a new kid-designed, community-built playground to Union Pacific Park—revitalizing a beloved neighborhood space and ensuring […]
Quartermania Fundraiser Set for October 4 by Woman’s Club of Fullerton
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton is gearing up for an exciting fundraising event, Quartermania, scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 11 am to 1:30 pm at Sizzler, located at 1401 N […]
High School District Board Update: Early September 2025
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District Superintendent, Dr. Steve McLaughlin, announced the district’s 2025/26 theme, “Inspired,” and the board inducted the two new […]
Fullerton Risks Losing All Local Control by Ignoring State Housing Law
Residents submitted a petition on May 6, 2025, to stop the construction of condominiums off Harbor Boulevard and Hermosa Drive. Many neighbors opposed the project, arguing it would disrupt their quality of […]
Video Observer: Early September 2025
Tracking Where Our Garbage Goes: A Tour of Olinda Alpha Landfill in Brea See videos on YouTube @emersonlittle1901 Walking around my Fullerton neighborhood back in July, it was hard not to notice […]
Young Observers: Early September 2025
Tegan Yoon Named Young Observer Editor, Edyn Mai Transitions to UCI The Fullerton Observer has appointed Tegan Yoon as the new Young Observer Editor, succeeding Edyn Mai, who is pursuing a Literary […]
Fullerton gets update on High Speed Rail Plan
California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) representatives held a community meeting on August 21 outlining proposed improvements to the Fullerton Transportation Center and the LA to Anaheim HSR segment. Tyler Bonstead, Project […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early September 2025
Leo Fender Day Leo was born on August 10, 1909, on his parents’ orange grove, which included a house and a barn. It was located in an unincorporated area not far from […]
Orange County joins West Coast Protest Against Genocide
Boycott Chevron! That’s the message motorists on the 5 Freeway saw when looking up from their Friday afternoon commute and seeing protest banners at the Main Street overpass in Santa Ana. The […]
California High-Speed Rail Authority INVITE REMINDER: Virtual Community Meeting
The California High-Speed Rail Authority is set to host an important update regarding the Los Angeles to Anaheim (LA-A) Project Section. Stakeholders and interested members of the public are invited to participate […]
City Council Notes: August 19 meeting Public Comments
Summary of Public Comments Orange County Workforce Innovation High School • Mercedes Corona: Shared her positive experiences as a graduate of Orange County Workforce Innovation High School, expressing gratitude for the support […]
A Potential Solution for Fullerton’s Homeless Crisis
As California grapples with a deepening homelessness crisis, the urgent need for viable solutions has never been clearer. Among the most vulnerable groups affected are senior citizens, who face homelessness at higher […]
Looking for Ways to Help the People of Gaza?
Below are vetted groups that are helping the people of Gaza as they struggle to stay alive. Your donations of any amount help. All are top rated on Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator.org). […]
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Community Comes Together for Annual Quinceañera at Muckenthaler Cultural Center
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) recently made a generous donation of $2,375 to the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, supporting the annual community quinceañera held on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This initiative provides […]
Seniors Empowered in Self-Defense Workshop
In an effort to bolster personal safety among seniors, Kristi Hofstetter Batiste, the Fullerton Fire Department’s Emergency Manager, hosted the third installment of the “Seniors Fight Back” program at the Hunt Library […]
Fullerton Teen Brings Rare Santoor to Irvine Concert
At just 19, Fullerton resident Ahilan Hatti is one of the few musicians in the United States learning the santoor—a rare Indian classical instrument with a shimmering, harp-like sound. The santoor, with […]
Jere Greene’s Birthday Adventure and A Heartfelt Family Reunion
“I was born on June 24th; six months from Christmas Eve (I planned it that way so I could get presents every six months).” –Jere Greene After their mother passed in 2023, my […]
Fullerton Considers Mills Act Contract for Historic Property
At the City Council meeting on August 19, 2025, the City of Fullerton reviewed a request for the approval of a Mills Act contract for a historic property located at 621 N […]
OC Cares: Master Plan for Aging Report Now Available
The County of Orange (County) has finalized the OC Cares: Master Plan for Aging (OC MPA), posted to the Board of Supervisors’ August 26, 2025 agenda. The OC MPA, is a comprehensive five-year […]
The Role of Community in Suicide Prevention and Survivor Healing
Every September since 2008, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month reminds us of the importance of extending compassion, care, and resources to those who may be facing the thought of harming themselves by suicide. […]
Sun Day Celebration Highlights Global Clean Energy Progress in Whittier
As the world increasingly shifts towards renewable energy, upcoming Sun Day events aim to raise awareness about the significant advancements in clean energy technology. One of the key highlights is that 90% […]
Orange County Rescue Mission Seeks Urgent Donations to Support Homeless Families
The Orange County Rescue Mission (OCRM) has issued an urgent call for donations of diapers and baby supplies to assist homeless families with young children throughout Orange County. The organization reports a […]
Center for Healthy Neighborhoods to Host Community Monthly Meeting on September 8th
The Center for Healthy Neighborhoods is set to hold its Community Monthly Meeting on Monday, September 8, from 10 to 11:30 AM. The event will take place at 320 W. Elm Avenue […]
Orange County Families Urged to Claim CalKIDS Scholarships as School Year Begins
Back-to-school comes with a big opportunity for Orange County families: $148 million in CalKIDS Scholarships already invested in Orange County alone, part of California’s $2 billion statewide commitment to higher education. Through […]
