NOSTALGIA As the saying goes, nostalgia just ain’t what it used to be. The good ol’ days, when a cup of Joe was just a plug nickel at The Fullerton Café, 107 […]
The Downtown Report mid-March 2025
Young Observers: Early March 2025
Featured Pet: Meet Summer by Jules, 7th grade Though it’s still winter, you can find a taste of summer at OC Animal Care with Summer, our delightful two-year-old Siberian Husky! Currently in […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: Who Will Lead? Rudderless ships of State in Stormy Seas
There is a clear crisis of leadership in the West. When we look around our nation (the USA) and our world (the only one we have), we can easily determine who leads […]
APPOINTMENTS & PUBLIC COMMENTS 3/4/25
•Planning Commission Appointee Rejected by Jung, Dunlap & Valencia Each councilmember makes one appointment to the Planning Commission, which, until the recent past has always been honored by fellow councilmembers. But, at […]
Clean Air Rules Opposed & Stoplight at Euclid/ValleyView Proposal Sent Back to Committee
The Consent Calendar contains various items that have either been discussed at prior meetings or are thought to not need discussion – and are all passed in one vote – with the […]
Women March for Women’s Rights and Against Fascism in Santa Ana
On International Women’s Day, around 110 women congregated for a march, passionately opposing what many describe as a “fascist takeover” of women’s rights. The event served not only as a commemoration of […]
IRS: Don’t overlook free options for preparing and filing taxes in 2025; Direct File available in 25 states
The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers who have yet to prepare and file their tax returns to consider taking advantage of the many free options available – including Direct File, a free, […]
Joint Effort by Orange County Water District and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Increases Water Supply for Orange County
The Orange County Water District (OCWD), in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), announces the approval of a minor deviation to the Water Control Plan at Prado Dam, effective […]
CSUF hosts a free movie “Counted Out” on March 14
The Math/Science Teacher Initiative will be sponsoring a screening of the documentary Counted Out. Information about the film is below. This is a great opportunity for students to think about the role […]
Anti-Camping & Infrastructure Protection Ordinances & Homeless in Fullerton
Two amendments to Fullerton’s Municipal Code passed in a 3-2 vote (Zahra, Charles, no) at the March 4, 2025 City Council session appear to target the homeless population. Regular Business •Item 12: […]
Unanimous Council Vote Sides With Neighbors Ending Short Term Rental & Protestor Arrested
The Public Hearing on the permit for a Short-Term rental property was interrupted several times by a group of residents who had come to mark the year long anniversary of the killing […]
“When I was a Child” speech by Helena Donato-Sapp at the Women’s Festival 2025
“When I was a Child” speech by Helena Donato-Sapp at the Women’s Festival 2025 hosted by the Fullerton Museum Center on March 8. (2009) In the year that I was born, Michelle Obama […]
Health: Early March 2025
Health: Self Harm Awareness Month by Taliha, 10th grade Can you believe it is already March? March is truly one of the busiest months, particularly with the mental health campaign going on […]
Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: Fullerton is going along to get along
I love college towns. There’s always a positive vibe there, one that you feel just walking through town or on campus, that is inclusive and flowing with experimentation and innovation, an atmosphere […]
Charter vs General Law City Status for Fullerton
Should Fullerton Become a Charter City? •Item 14: Charter City Comparison & Process Chambers were full during the regular business section of the March 4, 2025. Fullerton City Council meeting. Most attendees […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District: Mid-year LCAP
At the February 11 FJUHSD board meeting, Dr. Sylvia Kaufman, Assistant Superintendent of Education Services, and Dr. Josh Porter, Director of Education Services, presented the mid-year Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) update. […]
Fullerton School District: The Safe and Welcoming Schools Resolution
At the February 18 Fullerton School District board meeting trustees agreed on a bold resolution to address the daily fear that district children are feeling with concerns that Immigration Control Agents or […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District Artists at the Muckenthaler
Walking through the Muckenthaler Cultural Center doors, visitors were greeted by a life-size handmade costume of a plant creature — a creation by Fullerton Union High School students Isabella Savage and Eadyn […]
Mystery and Sadness Linger After Deportation of Fullerton Couple
The recent detention and deportation of the parents of three young children here in Fullerton has raised significant concerns within the local community. The incident was reported in the Early February Fullerton […]
Protesters Marched In Anaheim’s Historic District For Immigration & Education Reform
Protesters gathered late March 6 in Anaheim’s historic downtown district against President Donald Trump’s anti-immigration policy and his attempt to dismantle The Department of Education. This comes as protests across Orange County […]
Disability Rights Panel Discussion on March 23
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton (UUCF) is set to host a panel discussion focused on disability rights, with the event aimed at raising awareness and supporting those affected by recent tragedies. […]
The Downtown Report: Early March 2025
“You Don’t Miss Your Water ‘till your well runs dry.” That song lyric jumped off the wall of Mo’s Music when we saw the photo of Gram Parsons just inside the door, and that thought will never ring as […]
Bernie on Trump’s March 4th Speech to Congress & the Nation
Listen to complete comments in this article at https://berniesanders.com/ We are living in a pivotal moment in our country’s history. How we respond to this moment will impact not only our lives […]
New Parking Law and Changes in Ticketing
The Fullerton Police Department is advising residents of two significant updates regarding parking regulations. Beginning February 24, the city will resume street sweeping ticketing, following a directive from the City Council issued […]
Protest to Reject Trump Overreach & Stop DOGE Musk, Time to Act!
Upset OC residents rallied to protest the recent lawlessness by President Trump and Elon Musk on March 3, 2025, in Brea (Orange County), CA. During rush hour outside of the Brea Mall […]
Furry Friend Day on March 9! – a fundraiser and community event for Animal Assistance League of Orange County
A community event supporting the Animal Assistance League of OC, brought to you by ASAM in collaboration with The Soliloquy Studio. Welcome to Furry Friend Day! Join ASMA and The Soliloquy Studio […]
Postal Inspectors Remind Consumers to Be Alert for Imposter Scams during National Consumer Protection Week
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is kicking off National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2025, with a warning about the dangers of imposter scams. Imposters are scammers who work very hard to […]
Fullerton School District Enhances Free School Meals with Innovation and Inclusivity
Fullerton School District’s (FSD) Nutrition Services team is dedicated to making free school meals both nutritious and enjoyable for the district’s more than 11,400 students in preschool through 8th grade. As a […]
Bicycle & pedestrian mobility enhancements at City Council on March 4
The City is launching a Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Enhancement Plan to improve walking and biking, particularly in underserved areas. A major focus will be to complete a key section of the […]
Orange County Sanitation District Free Virtual Wastewater 101 Citizen’s Academy
OC San’s FREE Virtual Wastewater 101 Citizens Academy is slated to start March 6. The Academy consists of four virtual workshops and is intended to provide an inside look into one of […]
During Earth Month, Take Climate Action and Volunteer at a California State Park
California State Parks Foundation today invited members of the public to celebrate Earth Month by participating in volunteer events in April. Registration is open to the public for a dozen events across […]
Fullerton Residents Urged to Oppose Resolution Against Clean Air Rules at March 4 City Council Meeting
In a move reflecting growing concerns over public health and air quality, OC Climate is mobilizing residents to voice opposition against a resolution that undermines clean air regulations in the city. The […]
Read Fullerton Observer’s the Early March 2025 Edition
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Fullerton Considers Charter City Status Amid Ongoing Housing Challenges on March 4
This week, the Fullerton City Council will consider Item 14 on its agenda, which proposes that city staff explore the feasibility of transitioning from a General Law City to a Charter City. […]
Healthy Awareness: A Successful Approach to Homelessness
“One Person Can Make A Difference” by Gerald G. Jampolsky, M.D., discusses how ordinary people do extraordinary things: “More and more people are hearing an ‘inner calling,’ a voice from within stating […]
