Have you noticed that often, when a new event is coming up, you may be extremely scared? You may have many thoughts about all the bad things that could happen. Your anxiety […]
Balance & Change: Dealing with Anxiety
School District Notes: Fullerton School District Notes – August 2024
Fullerton School District – August 20, 2024 Notes The Fullerton School District August 20 board meeting started with Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka introducing Dr. Marci Rojas from Hacienda/La Puente Unified School District […]
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Art is In Session!
Fullerton is a vibrant hub for the arts, thanks in part to the presence of Fullerton College and California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). Both institutions offer a wide scope of art curriculums […]
School District Notes: Fullerton Joint Union High School Board August 2024
At the August 6 FJUHSD board meeting, trustees welcomed a new school year by inducting the new 24/25 Student Advisory Committee (SAC) President and Student Board Member, Fullerton Union High School senior, […]
Is There a Methane Leak in Your Neighborhood? How to Find Out.
In Southern California, SoCalGas checks gas delivery lines for methane leaks and publishes a map of sites with elevated methane levels. The company states that methane is hazardous only in enclosed areas […]
Follow the Money 2024: Who’s Funding Local Election Candidates?
(as of Aug 23, 2024) Info from required candidate disclosures is available on the city website under the elections tab. Next form 460 pre-election filings are due September 26, and October 24, 2024 […]
Candidate Endorsements – Fullerton School District
The elections are coming up, and with them are the many digital advertisements, mailers, yard signs, campaign events, and candidate forums. Yet, one of the most important ways voters find out and […]
City Council Notes: August 20, 2024
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 at 303 […]
Independence Park and Gymnasium are on the verge of securing crucial state and federal funding for much-needed repairs
The Gymnasium in Independence Park has been closed to the public for many years due to its deteriorating condition, making it unsafe for use. Senator Umberg was informed about this issue by […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early September 2024
WOW The formation and evolution of the downtown area now known as Walk On Wilshire has been well documented here and has recently seen more activity. Supporters contacted us to keep that […]
Rest in Peace: Lynda Sizemore, Ron Giacopuzzi, and Dana Clor
Lynda Dale McCloud Sizemore 1939-2024 A sweet, caring, precious, beloved “matriarch” was awarded her wings on Friday, August 23, 2024. Lynda was a lifelong resident of Orange County, a true California girl. […]
More than $4.8 Billion in Housing Funding Scheduled for Release in the coming year
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has released its 2024-2025 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) calendar, representing more than $4.8 billion available in housing and homelessness resources available over the next […]
Healthy Awareness: A Spiritual Connection
Both animals and humans communicate their emotions and needs through behaviors. Verbal words are not necessary, although some animals have shown the ability to communicate with sounds that resemble human speech. Many […]
August Bicyclists of the Month
Tami Calderon (on right) was the first recipient of the OCPA Free E-bike program. Her daughter Amanda (on left), is also a bicycle enthusiast. OCPA is offering a $600 voucher. To learn more, […]
City Council Notes: August 6, 2024
Public Comments Senior Advisory & Walk on Wilshire Todd Harrison: Next Tuesday at 11 am is the first meeting of the Senior Committee. Despite my excitement, we are lacking sufficient appointed members, […]
Safely Dispose of Your Household Hazardous Waste at OC Waste & Recycling Collection Day on September 14
Free Battery Collection Bucket for First 100 Attendees OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is hosting an OC Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 1 […]
Hundreds Gathered to Celebrate Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day
A Night to Remember! The Pakistani-American community of Fullerton came together on August 14, 2024, at the Hunt Library to mark Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day. The evening, organized by Friends of Pakistan […]
Happy 96th Birthday Ernie Arzola
Ernie Arzola, along with his son Bobby Arzola and daughter-in-law Livy Arzola, celebrated his 96th birthday on Saturday, July 27th, at Sizzlers in Fullerton. Ernie, a Fullerton resident since 1956, has 7 […]
Cooling Centers in Fullerton – Staying Safe in Excessive Heat
Excessive heat is projected to hit Southern California over the next few days. “In addition to dangerous heat, South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has warned of poor air quality in […]
Fullerton School District Named Best School District in North Orange County
Press Release from the Fullerton School District The new school year may only be just a few weeks in, but Fullerton School District (FSD) is already making the grade as the 2024 […]
City of Fullerton to Host First Puptoberfest at Hunt Branch Library
Press Release from the City of Fullerton The City of Fullerton is excited to announce the first-ever Puptoberfest, scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the […]
School District Notes: Updated Board Policies for Elementary, Middle, and High School
Policies Concerning Personal Cell Phone Use This summer, both Fullerton Elementary and High School districts updated their board policies. Last June, the high school district board approved a year-long, sweeping policy update […]
Two New Editors Join the Fullerton Observer’s Team
The New Editor for the Fullerton Observer is Urooj Naveed Urooj is a graduate of Fullerton Union High, Fullerton College, UCLA, and the University of Chicago. She also has a publishing certificate […]
Good Hands for One Award Ceremony Honors Tutors
Established in 2013, Good Hands for One (GH4One) is a nonprofit organization led by middle and high school volunteers. Their mission is to provide free math tutoring to underprivileged elementary students, […]
Upcoming Candidate Forums in Fullerton – Meet Your Candidates!
Election season is gearing up, and while all attention seems to be focused on the presidential race, the local races impact your life the most. Yet, these races go unnoticed every election […]
Opinion: OC Superior Court Judge Randall Sherman Rules with Government Agencies Instead of the People or the Law
As election season comes up, plenty of talk goes around about whether new candidates can do a better job than our current government officials — whether it’s the race for President or […]
September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
From American Library Association Autobots, roll out…to the library! Whether you’re upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, a library card is your key to […]
Read the Early September 2024 Issue
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In Case You Missed It: Gaza & West Bank as of August 29, 2024
Gaza: Israeli attacks kill 68 and wound 77 other displaced Palestinians, mostly women and children, in Khan Younis and Rafah over the past day. The mother of Gaza’s first confirmed polio patient, […]
Los Angeles climate activist groups staged a “Rocking Chair Rebellion”
Local climate activist groups staged a “Rocking Chair Rebellion” at Citibank in L.A.’s Fairfax District on Wednesday, August 29, to protest that bank’s continued investment of billions of dollars in fossil fuel projects. […]
Motorcyclist tragically loses life in fatal collision
Fullerton Police Officers were dispatched to the area of W. Commonwealth Ave. and N. Basque Ave. on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at approximately 3:11 PM, regarding a traffic collision involving a motorcyclist. […]
California Legislature Unites in Bipartisan Support of Tustin Hangar Fire Recovery Resolution
Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton), joined by Tustin Mayor Austin Lumbard and Tustin Mayor Pro Tem Ryan Gallagher, celebrated the passage of Senate Joint Resolution 13 (SJR 13 click here) and highlighted the […]
Reprint: California Deal is a “Step Forward”
In response to the deal announced by Governor Newsom and Assembly Member Buffy Wicks, Rebuild Local News President Steven Waldman commented: “Although there is much left to do, the deal announced today by […]
Troy 38, Sunny Hills 6: The Excitement of Friday Night Lights
As the 2024 high school football season kicks off, the thrill of Friday night lights is undeniable. On August 23, the Sunny Hills Varsity football team hosted a non-league matchup against Troy […]
OC Animal Care: These Kittens Need Fosters by 5 PM TODAY!
OUR INCUBATORS ARE FULL! 18 Kittens Need Your Help! 9 KITTENS NEED YOUR HELP BY 5:00 PM TODAY! After-hours (up until 9:00 pm) pick-up is available with commitment. Foster for the weekend or […]
