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How OC Ad Site Became a Go-To Marketing Resource for Orange County Businesses

In Orange County, small businesses are everywhere, from beachside cafés and family-owned shops to service professionals and fast-growing startups. What many of them share is the same challenge: how to get noticed online without overspending on advertising. That challenge is exactly what led to the growth of OC Ad Site Read More

As California Architect Fees Soar, Sierra Log & Timber Offers Flat-Rate ADU 3D Drafting Solution

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (CHICO, Calif.) — With California architectural fees climbing to historic highs, standard residential design services are rapidly becoming cost-prohibitive for middle-class homebuilders. In a direct bid to dismantle this financial bottleneck, California-based manufacturer Sierra Log and Timber today announced the rollout of a flat-rate $950 custom 3D architectural Read More

CASA of Orange County Nets Over $1.325 Million at 2026 CASA Celebration Gala at Pendry Newport Beach

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County (CASA OC) welcomed more than 250 supporters, philanthropists, community leaders, and advocates to its annual CASA Celebration Gala on Saturday, May 16, at Pendry Newport Beach. Inspired by The Beatles, and a call for “A Little Help From Our Friends,” the evening netted Read More

Childhelp OC Chapter Nets $625K at Annual Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic at Newport Beach Country Club

The Childhelp Orange County Chapter raised over $625,000 at the 44th annual Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic held at the Newport Beach Country Club on Monday, May 18. Platinum Title Sponsors Jacquie and Michael Casey. Photo by Ann Chatillon This year marked the 14th anniversary to bear the name Read More

New Directions for Women Generates $225K at Circle of Life Brunch at Balboa Bay Resort

New Directions for Women held its 18th annual Circle of Life Brunch on May 7 at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, raising approximately $225,000 for the Costa Mesa-based nonprofit. The organization’s signature event, the Circle of Life Brunch was attended by over 260 guests to support the transformation Read More

KidWorks’ Women’s Pickleball Event in Newport Beach Nets $100,000 In Support of College Success Programs

With the unwavering support of women who came to play pickleball for a great cause and the generous sponsors devoted to keeping it thriving year after year, KidWorks’ Play for a Purpose Women’s Pickleball Event on April 23 netted over $100,000. The annual event was held at The Tennis & Read More

Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar Announces New On-Site Restaurant Opening Late Summer 2027

For the past several years, the onsite restaurant at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar was 608 Dahlia, the creation of Chef Jessica Roy, one of the most creative chefs in Orange County. Open mainly for lunch and special events, 608 Dahlia was always packed with delighted diners Read More

CureDuchenne of Newport Beach Appoints Lidia Gardner as Vice President of Clinical and Medical Affairs

CureDuchenne, a global nonprofit based in Newport Beach committed to finding and funding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, has appointed Lidia Gardner, PhD, EMBA, as its new Vice President of Clinical and Medical Affairs. Dr. Gardner brings more than 15 years of experience spanning clinical strategy, patient advocacy, evidence Read More

Salt & Straw in Newport Beach Feature Special Chef Series of Flavors Through June 25

Every month Salt & Straw, the popular ice cream purveyors with a store in Newport Beach, release a limited time edition of crazy concoctions that are often surprising in their ability to combine unique flavors into satisfying frozen treats. Their current monthly flavor series is something a little different. According Read More