After traveling the world and starring on shows like Miami Ink and New York Ink, tattoo artist Tim Hendricks has returned to his roots as the owner of Classic Tattoo, the oldest […]
Fullerton Ink: Tim Hendricks Returns to His Roots
Check Out Our New Video Edition!
We are pleased to announce the launch of our brand new Fullerton Observer: Video Edition brought to you by Monte Videos! In our inaugural episode, we cover: · Day of Music Fullerton […]
Fullerton Comes Alive On the Day of Music
A second-line boombox parade. Pirate radio of the non-buccaneer variety. Hordes of free Hohner harmonicas. A video shoot for Disney’s Encore! Crosswalks painted as piano keys. Make Music Day’s global live feed. […]
Neighbors and Councilmembers Express Opposition to FC Stadium
City councilmembers and many residents who live in the neighborhood around Fullerton College expressed opposition to the proposed stadium at Sherbeck Field at the June 18 council meeting, citing the impacts on […]
A Summary of the Mueller Report, Part 2: Russian Hacking Operations
The following is the second in a series of articles that will summarize the “Report on the Investigation into Russian Interference in the 2016 Presidential Election” (aka The Mueller Report). In Part […]
Fullerton, Rail Town Part 5: History of Intercity Passenger Rail Service to Fullerton, in the Pre-Amtrak Era
Before passenger trains serving Fullerton were taken over by Amtrak in 1971, the Santa Fe Railway was the city’s primary ‘intercity’ passenger railroad. The Santa Fe’s arrival to the area in 1887, […]
Rancho La Paz Residents Join Larger Protest at Anaheim City Hall, Asking for Rent Stabilization
Many residents of Rancho La Paz mobile home park joined a larger protest in front of Anaheim City Hall on June 18 to ask for rent stabilization and a more sound housing […]
“Into the Woods” @ Stages Theater
Stages Theatre presents Into the Woods, the first of two musical offerings in their 27th season directed by Jill Johnson. With music by Stephen Sondheim, this show takes everyone’s favorite storybook characters […]
Film Review: Rocketman gets “Two Hits”
Both biopic and musical, “Rocketman” creates a genre of its own that invites the audience to immerse itself in the motivations, the moods and the magic that make for the genius that […]
Plane Lands on Commonwealth Ave.
Story & Photo by David Spargur Buena Park Police including Public Information Officer Mike Lovchik, arrived first on the scene of a Cessna 172 reported down on Commonwealth at around 6pm, June […]
Gardens, Greenhouses and Growth at the FC Horticulture Department
Offering hands-on classes for homeowners, nursery and landscape employees, and students wishing to enter the “green industry,” the Horticulture Department at Fullerton College is one of the leading community college horticulture programs […]
Environmental Report for Fullerton College’s Proposed Stadium Understates Impact to Neighbors
In May, Fullerton College and the North OC Community College District (NOCCCD) published the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the proposed stadium, as required by state law. However, because of misinformation and […]
Rancho La Paz Residents Ask Council For Help
A large group of residents from Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park in Fullerton attended the June 4th council meeting with signs, expressing their protest of the massive rent increases proposed by […]
Airport Day Coming June 22
Excitement is building for Fullerton’s Airport Day on Saturday, June 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 6th annual event will feature displays of vintage and modern aircraft, classic automobiles, aviation-related […]
Day of Music Returns on June 21
Over 150 Free Outdoor Music Making Events to be Held across Fullerton as Part of Annual Global Celebration Day of Music will return for its 5th year with a wild and wonderful […]
Tommy De La Rosa Way Named in Honor of Slain Officer
The family and numerous members of the neighborhood turned out to attend the dedication of Tommy De La Rosa Way, a block-long street named in honor of the slain officer. Several city […]
The Power of Hip Hop: A Panel Discussion
On Sunday, June 9 The Fullerton Museum Center hosted a panel discussion entitled “The Power of Hip Hop” in conjunction with its current exhibit “Custom Beats: The Art of Hip Hop” which […]
A Summary of the Mueller Report, Part 1: How the Russians Used Social Media to Influence the 2016 Election
The following is the first in a series of articles that will summarize the “Report on the Investigation into Russian Interference in the 2016 Presidential Election” (aka The Mueller Report). In this […]
Fullerton, Rail Town: The Union Pacific, and Railroads in Fullerton Today
This is the fourth article in a series about the past, present and future of railroads in Fullerton and Orange County. Previous articles in this series in Fullerton Observer, explored the local […]
Council Approves Water Rate Increase
At the June 4 meeting, Fullerton City Council voted 4-1 (Whitaker “no”) to approve a five year plan for water rate increases. The additional revenue will provide for operational expenses, annual replacement […]
Transformer Explosion at Edison Sub-Station Causes Power Outage Downtown
Around 10:30pm on Thursday June 6, a transformer at the Edison electrical power sub-station next to the Fullerton train station exploded several times and burst into flames, causing a massive temporary power […]
Undercover Narcotics Bust at a Fullerton Dog Kennel
Fullerton undercover police detectives conducted surveillance at a dog kennel/boarding facility in the 100 block of W. Walnut Ave. in Fullerton on June 5th around noon when they spotted Christopher Proglio who […]
Field Notes: When Taxonomy Becomes Iconography @ The Muckenthaler
On Sunday, June 9, check out the opening reception for the latest art exhibit at The Muckenthaler Cultural Center, “Field Notes: When Taxonomy Becomes Iconography” at 12pm. $10 non-members, free for Members. […]
Cultivating Community: Plant Sales at Fullerton College
Tucked away in a far corner of the campus near the corner of Lemon Street and Berkeley Avenue, the Fullerton College Horticulture Department has been putting on community plant sales since 1992, […]
Smoke Seen at Fullerton Airport is Part of Emergency Training
Fullerton Airport hosted emergency mutual aid response training teams designated to respond to an incident should one occur at the airport. Specific units from Anaheim, Brea, and Fullerton fire departments and Orange […]
June 7th Downtown Fullerton Art Walk
The Downtown Fullerton Art Walk happens the first Friday of every month from 6-10pm at various venues around downtown. Here are a few of the art exhibits happening at the June 7th […]
Film Review: “Amazing Grace” Gets Two Hits
Aretha Franklin had already established herself as the number one R & B singer in America with singles like “Respect,” “Spanish Harlem,” “Natural Woman,” and “Bridge over Troubled Waters.” She had made […]
Negotiations with New Owner Have Not Been Reassuring For Rancho La Paz Residents
According to residents of Rancho La Paz mobile home park in Fullerton, who are currently in negotiations with the park’s new owner regarding exorbitant rent increases, the negotiatons are not going well. […]
Fighting Human Trafficking in Fullerton
We hear about human traffickers targeting immigrants. We hear stories about victims lured abroad. But we often don’t hear about U.S. citizens trafficked not far from home and in plain sight. It […]
Local Students Win Speech and Debate Championships
A view from the next generation Speech & Debate on the Question of Self Interest On May 17-19 I attended a debate for the National Speech & Debate Association’s California state championships. […]
Photos from 81st Annual Memorial Day Observance in Fullerton
Here are some photos from the well-attended 81st Annual Memorial Day Observance at Loma Vista Memorial Park in Fullerton this morning. The guest speaker was Major General Eugene LeBeouf. The program was […]
Memorial Day May 27
A special salute “Remembering the 100th Anniversary of WWI ending and the role of the US Army Reserves” will take place at 10am on Monday, May 27, at the 81st Annual Memorial […]
Friends of the Library Book Sale June 8th
The Friends of the Library will host a one-day book sale on Saturday, June 8 at the Fullerton Public Library (353 W. Commonwealth Ave.). Please come and bargain hunt between 10 a.m. […]
Tigers Be Still @ Chance Theater
Chance Theater announced that four performances have been added to the regional premiere of Kim Rosenstock’s comedy, Tigers Be Still. Originally scheduled to close on June 2nd, the show will now run […]
Fellowship: The Musical @ Maverick Theater
Tolkien fans will delight in seeing all their favorite characters with one major change- they’re funny-in this hilarious musical parody of the Fellowship of the Ring. This is the Orange County premiere […]
