Students at Pacific Drive Elementary School took center stage in April, delivering a lively production of Seussical the Musical as part of the Fullerton School District’s STAGE program. Held at the Fullerton High School […]
STAGE Program Brings Seussical the Musical to Life at Pacific Drive Elementary
Notice of Comment Period Extension for the Proposed Amendments to the Regulation for the California Cap on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Market-Based Compliance
Public Hearing Date: May 28, 2026 Deadline for Public Comment: May 4, 2026 California regulators are giving people more time to comment on major climate rules that affect how companies report pollution […]
United Domestic Workers Orange County Home Care Rally to Urge County Board of Supervisors to Invest in Care
The union representing 48,000 Orange County care workers will gather in Westminster to educate the community on the importance of prioritizing care for workers, people with disabilities, and seniors Who: Orange County In-Home Supportive […]
City of Fullerton Files Lawsuit Alleging Fire Apparatus Manufacturers & Dealers Colluded to Suppress Competition & Inflated Prices of Critical Fire Safety Equipment
The City of Fullerton filed a class action lawsuit in federal court against major fire apparatus manufacturers and dealers, alleging that they engaged in a coordinated scheme to restrict supply, allocate markets, […]
Waymakers’ recent Chari-TEA party, held at Fullerton’s Spring Tea Garden, raised $101,000 to support essential programs and services for families throughout Orange County
Waymakers hosted its annual Chari-TEA Party at the picturesque Spring Tea Garden in Fullerton, successfully raising $101,000 to support vital programs for families throughout Orange County. The event attracted numerous supporters […]
Woman’s Club of Fullerton Donates $2,300 in Clothing to Recovery Road
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) has made a significant contribution to the local community by donating $2,300 worth of clothing to Recovery Road, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in […]
Honoring Exceptional Women: Nominations Open for the 7th Annual “Women of the Year” Award Ceremony
In a heartfelt tribute to mothers and maternal figures, the 46th Congressional District is set to celebrate its 7th Annual “Women of the Year” Award Ceremony on Saturday, May 16, 2026. This […]
Video Observer: A Duckless Duck Pond with a History in Hillcrest Park
Update: Date was printed incorrectly. It should be 1924, not 1934. Early on an April morning, I was hiking through Hillcrest Park. Following park trails northwest of the fountain facing Harbor, I […]
Researchers Unveil Immune Surveillance Structures in Skin Hair Follicles
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of California, Riverside’s School of Medicine have discovered previously unrecognized immune surveillance structures located within skin hair follicles. This research, published in “Frontiers in […]
CalOptima Health, AltaMed, and City of Santa Ana Initiate Street Medicine Program to Address Homelessness
CalOptima Health, in partnership with AltaMed Health Services and the City of Santa Ana, launched a Street Medicine Program to serve people experiencing homelessness, delivering comprehensive health care via a mobile doctor’s […]
California Launches Invasive Species Grant Program as Part of Proposition 4 Funding
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Invasive Species Council of California are set to host a public webinar on April 29 from 3 to 4:30 pm, providing stakeholders […]
Orangethorpe Elementary Celebrates Earth Day with Student-Led “Orcafest”
Orangethorpe Elementary School celebrated Earth Day with its annual “Orcafest,” a dynamic, student-led event focused on conservation and environmental stewardship. Held on April 22 in the school’s outdoor “Sherwood Forest” learning space, […]
El Centro para Vecindarios Saludables organiza una reunión comunitaria con funcionarios policiales
El Centro para Vecindarios Saludables (Center for Healthy Neighborhoods) celebrará una reunión comunitaria el lunes 4 de mayo de 2026, con el objetivo de fomentar el diálogo entre los residentes locales y […]
Center for Healthy Neighborhoods Hosts Community Meeting with Police Officials
The Center for Healthy Neighborhoods is set to hold an in-person community meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, to foster dialogue between local residents and law enforcement officials. The event will take […]
21st Annual Muck JazzFest: Spring 2026 Every Thursday, May 14 – June 18
Eclectic, cutting-edge, and contemporary—join us for The Muck’s Jazz Festival in Spring of 2026 Season Pass includes six live Jazz concerts – every Thursday, May 8th-June 12th. *No member discounts available All […]
ACLU Launches Animated Series to Educate Youth on Civil Rights
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has announced the launch of a new animated series titled Know Your Rights University, aimed at making civil rights and civil liberties engaging for both children […]
Sexual Assault Awareness Month: California Victim Compensation Board Offers Financial Support for Sexual Assault Survivors
April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) is stepping up its efforts to assist sexual assault victims throughout the state. Each year, CalVCB provides […]
The Return of Zorro at the Maverick Theater
The Maverick Theater presents the world premiere of The Return of Zorro! A hero whose many adventures took place here in Orange County. Created by pulp novelist Johnston McCulley back in 1919. […]
More Than Love: The Life & Art of Natalie Wood on view: May 14 -August 2/ Main Gallery
FREE Opening Reception May 14: 6 pm An exhibition that celebrates Ms. Wood’s unrelenting curiosity and passion for art, design, literature, music, family & friends; with rarely seen artwork by Don Bachardy, […]
Housing Opportunities for Religious Sites Explored in Discussion on April 30
A community-oriented discussion is set to take place at 6:30pm on April 30, at the Fullerton Library Conference Center, focusing on the potential of creating affordable housing on land owned by religious […]
Fullerton Coyotes Club: Environmentalism in Action!
Amid all the noise about Fullerton’s looming budget deficit, there is one group of high-schoolers quietly improving our city’s famous trails – at zero cost to taxpayers! You may have seen them […]
Correa Commends DOJ’s Reclassification of Medical Marijuana as a less-dangerous drug
U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) praised the recent decision by the Department of Justice to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a Schedule III substance under the Controlled Substances Act. This significant move […]
Bat Found at Fullerton College Tests Positive for Rabies
A bat found in Fullerton has tested positive for rabies. The bat was on the stairs near the music building at Fullerton College on the northeast corner of Chapman and Lemon on […]
Senior Assisteens Celebrated the Commencement of their Years of Service at a Formal Event
At a formal event on April 10, Fullerton Assisteens honored eighteen of their senior high school members who will soon be headed to college. Assisteens, an auxiliary volunteer group of the Assistance […]
When Art Becomes a Voice: How Local Students Are Healing Communities in Fullerton
On a typical weekend, while many teenagers are busy with school or social activities, a group of students in Orange County is doing something different. They are teaching art, not for grades […]
WM Unveils Upgraded $20 Million Orange Recycling Facility in Southern California
WM announced on March 6 that it has opened an upgraded, $20 million recycling facility in Orange. The Orange Recycling Facility is expected to process up to 130,000 tons of material per […]
Fullerton Officials Warn Residents of Door-to-Door Impersonation Scam
The City of Fullerton has issued a warning to residents following confirmed reports of individuals going door to door while impersonating City employees. According to officials, the individuals may falsely claim they […]
Public Invited to Shape Fullerton’s Open Space & Conservation on Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 pm
The Fullerton Planning Commission is set to review important updates to the city’s Open Space & Conservation Element at a meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 pm. The meeting will […]
No Time to Volunteer? You Can Still Help the Fullerton Observer
For 48 years, the Fullerton Observer has stood as a pillar of local journalism, offering a platform for community voices and storytelling that reflects the heart of Fullerton. This all-volunteer newspaper thrives […]
Every Thursday Downtown Fullerton Market, Vendors, Food Trucks, Music & Beer Garden
The Every Thursday Market and Beer Garden opens from 4pm to 8:30pm and includes Farmers market, food trucks, craft vendors of all sorts, Kids activities, live music (see lineup below) plus the […]
Every Wednesday 8:30am-12:30: Farmers’ Market @ Independence Park, Fullerton
Every Wednesday, Independence Park on Valencia Avenue will host its weekly farmers’ market from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, drawing attention not only for its selection of fresh produce but also for […]
Suspect Arrested Following Kidnapping and Assault Investigation
Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call on Sunday, April 20, 2026, from a female reporting that a male known to her was attacking her and another individual she was with. The caller […]
Tues, April 21: City Council Meeting Agenda Overview: Key Action Items
The regular Council meeting starts at 5:30pm at Fullerton City Hall, 303 W Commonwealth. 1. Fiscal Audit Presentation: The meeting will commence with a report regarding a special fiscal audit. 2. Item […]
Read the mid-April 2026 Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the full newspaper in color. No paywall, no tracking, just good old-fashioned news sharing by all volunteer Fullerton community members who care about our community and want to […]
Meet the Candidates for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
The State of California spends more than a third of its estimated $248.3 billion General Fund Budget on K-12 education. The state Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI) is an important, high-profile elected […]
