The County of Orange (County) released the results of the Orange County 2024 Point In Time (PIT) Count on May 8, 2024. A total of 7,322 persons experiencing homelessness were counted during […]
County of Orange Releases 2024 Point in Time Count Results
Gymkhana in Fullerton
Fullerton Recreational Riders (FRR) held its 64th year of competitions, proving Fullerton’s horsey heritage is alive and well. On April 27, cowgirls and cowboys of all ages rode horseback around barrels and […]
Correa, Alford, Mann, Pettersen Launch Bipartisan Real Estate Caucus
Representative Lou Correa (CA-46), alongside Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01), Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), and Mark Alford (MO-04), launched the Bipartisan Congressional Real Estate Caucus on May 6, 2024. Real estate represents 16% of […]
Video Observer: A Class Action Exhibit by MOTAL in Newly-Renovated Hunt Library Opens
At the recent reopening of the historic Hunt Library, the Museum of Teaching and Learning (MOTAL) exhibition, A Class Action: The Grassroots Struggle for School Desegregation in California, caught visitors’ attention as […]
At Home with the Homeless: “If you don’t like it here, you can leave.”
“Please take me away Far from this place Leaving me here Take me away To the furthest star in the sky Take me away To the deepest cave in the night Take […]
Observing the Future is offering volunteer hours for student involvement in the release of its first issue
The Fullerton Observer is partnering with Troy High School student Edyn Mai to create Observing the Future. This literary and editorial magazine strives to highlight the young talent in the Fullerton community. […]
Reps. Young Kim and Robin Kelly Lead Resolution Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness week
U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Robin Kelly (IL-02), who serve as co-chairs of the Maternity Care Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution (H.Res 1193) on May 6 to designate May 5-11, 2024, as […]
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Mural, Mural, on the Wall
In this issue, we enthusiastically write about the beauty and function of mural art, particularly focusing on the art created by our own local muralist, Carla Roque. Recognized by the Orange County Register as one of the most influential people of […]
Out of My Mind: Free Speech and the First Amendment: Our Most Misunderstood Amendment
Amendment I: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of […]
Capitol Updates for April 2024 from Senator Josh Newman
In March, the Senate Committee on Education, under the leadership of Senator Josh Newman, conducted its inaugural policy hearing. This crucial event was dedicated to reviewing new bills that could potentially shape […]
Sabor de Mexico Festival at the Museum Plaza
Fullerton Museum Center in the Downtown Fullerton Plaza celebrated SABOR DE MEXICO FESTIVAL. In collaboration with Blanquel Popular Art, who will be provided FREE art activities and a pop-up of their store. […]
Hunt Branch Library Celebrates Cinco de Mayo
The Hunt Branch Library celebrated Cinco de Mayo on May 5. Performers were: 2 to 4 pm Colibri Mariachi, an all-women mariachi group, 4 pm the Solidarity Dancers, and 4 to 6 […]
Fullerton Host Lions City Scholastic Chess Championship Results 2024
The 16th annual Fullerton City Scholastic Chess Championship, sponsored by the Fullerton Host Lions with significant help from the Fullerton School District since its inception, was held on April 26 at Ladera Vista Jr. High. To reduce the number […]
Drowning at Laguna Lake on May 4, 2024
The Fullerton Police Department and the Fullerton Fire Department responded to Laguna Lake regarding a possible drowning on May 4, 2024, at 6:57 pm. Upon arrival, Police and Fire personnel were notified that […]
Rest in Peace James William Kaminski
James (Jim) Kaminski, husband, father, uncle, and brother, passed away on April 22, 2024, at the age of 67. He departed peacefully at St. Jude Hospital with his wife by his side. […]
Rest in Peace Joanne Shanfield Bookston
Joanne Shanfield Bookston 1930-2024 Joanne Shanfield Bookston passed away peacefully at age 93 with her two sons and daughter-in-law at her bedside. She lived a full life filled with vibrancy and family. She was […]
Rest in Peace Reverend Esther Diane Smith
The Reverend Esther Diane Smith passed away peacefully at her home in Fullerton, CA, on April 4, 2024, from natural causes. Mother Diane is survived by her sister Sharon, her brother Richard […]
On the City Council Agenda for May 07, 2024
City Council 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 […]
What the analysts leave out
The conservative columnist George Will wrote a very welcome column calling attention to a book, Nuclear War: A Scenario by historian Annie Jacobsen, a riveting must-read that details just how easily deterrence could unravel, how fast […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District is participating in the Seamless Summer Feeding Option
Fullerton Joint Union High School District participates in the Seamless Summer Feeding Option Program. The following school sites will provide Breakfast and Lunch (under the Universal Meal Program) to all children 18 […]
Young Observers: Early May 2024
Did You Know? by Declan, 8th grade The Harmful Impact of Feeding Ducks Have you visited a lake and seen a sign that says, “Please don’t feed the ducks!” and wondered why? Although […]
Healthy Awareness: What are those little houses with books about?
Walking around Fullerton, have you ever noticed those house-like structures on posts in some of the front yards? They are the Little Free Library. According to Wikipedia, the late Todd Bol built […]
18 Botanical Inspired Art Installations Open Until May 12th Inside CSUF Arboretum
On view to the public through May 12, 2024, Symbiosis: 18 Environmental Art Installations are open inside the Arboretum & Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton. Situated at the intersection […]
Hits & Misses: Civil War
Civil War: A Hit and A Miss This movie has been referred to as “a scary vision of a broken America,” probably an apt description of the violence and mayhem that ensues […]
Balance & Change: Easy Exercise for Your Mind
We tend to find a particular way to do things and then comfortably stay there. It does not matter how we drive to work, how we use a certain app, or where […]
How Many Names Can a Commenter Have?
Why do some people feel the need to comment using several fake names? If they truly believe in their opinion, why not comment consistently using one version of their own name—or, if […]
City of Fullerton Budget Study Session 2024/2025
Staff presented the proposed budget at the Special Budget Study on April 23, during which they took council questions and heard public comments. Four Council members were present in chambers, with Mayor […]
Home and Business Owners Alert: Property is not insured against radiological accidents at San Onofre
Many residents of Orange and San Diego counties were relieved when the nuclear power plant at San Onofre was permanently shut down in 2013. That the plant posed risks to people and property only while the reactors were operational was challenged in the Register’s March […]
12-year-old Zacky Muñoz is ready to knock out food allergies with his third piece of legislation
To make an impact is one of the ultimate and seemingly unattainable goals in one’s lifetime, but for 12-year-old Zacky Muñoz, making an impact is in his nature. Muñoz is changing systems […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early May 2024
Bowling For Music Did you know the bowl at Hillcrest Park was originally intended for live concerts? There have been many over the years; some in the ’70s became somewhat infamous. The […]
Love Fullerton 2024
The 11th Annual Citywide Volunteer Day began at 8am on April 20 with breakfast in the quad at Fullerton College for the volunteers, with entertainment from the OLLI Senior Flash Mob. Several […]
Brea Gallery is proud to present the 39th annual Made in California exhibition
Honoring contemporary creative movements throughout the state, the Brea Gallery proudly presents the 39th annual Made in California exhibition through June 23rd, 2024. For nearly four decades, this annual juried exhibit has […]
The city of Fullerton presented a certificate of recognition to Isaac Morales
The city of Fullerton presented a certificate of recognition to Isaac Morales, a senior at Sunnyhills High School, for his performance as an All-County Freeway League MVP for boys’ soccer. Morales […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School Board: April 9, 2024 meeting
Update: The next board meeting is May 14 -not May 24. It has been corrected here. Thank you Nico for pointing out the error. Fullerton Joint Union High School Board For more […]
City Council Notes: Good Hands for One Tutoring
Evan Parks, President of Good Hands for One, made the following presentation to the city council on April 16. “Today, I want to introduce our organization officially. We are so proud to […]
