Category: Top Stories

Scene and Seen: OC Women2Women Sweethearts Luncheon

Whether it’s organizing a food drive for Colette’s Children’s Home or donating new pillows and blankets to WISEPlace women’s shelter, the powerhouse females who make up OC Women2Women’s membership are all about helping their sisters in the community overcome challenges and empowering them to achieve independence and success. And events Read More

Alexandra Maister on Building a Jewelry Brand Rooted in Story and Style on “The Zest”

This week, we’re talking about handmade, bold, and unique jewelry, and how a passion for creativity and storytelling became a thriving business. From a background in film to building a brand where design and heritage collide, her pieces have been worn by everyone from Lorde to Kourtney Kardashian. Joining us Read More

Newport’s Jennifer Backhaus Fosters a Hive of Aspiring Dancers

By Mandy Fang | Special to the NB Indy For three weeks this summer, Chapman University’s Sandi Simon Center for Dance becomes home for students from around the country, all there to participate in local dance troupe’s Backhausdance’s Summer Intensive. The program concludes July 24 at 6 p.m. in the Read More

Scene and Seen: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast Women of Greatness Brunch & Bubbly

The leaders and supporters of the Boys & Girls Clubs wholeheartedly believe that every child has the potential to do great things, and it’s their mission to provide the mentorship, environment, and tools to help kids reach their goals—which makes the $74,000 raised from this year’s Women of Greatness Brunch Read More

Our Favorite Sport Mode Fashion Finds For Summer 2026

Le Specs Nightcrawler oval sunglasses$90, Bloomingdale’s, Fashion Island, 949-729-6600 Jackets, top, briefs, and bagPrice upon requestShirt: $1,650Emily Aqua bootie: $1,100LOEWE, South Coast Plaza, 714-464-7420 Mooi bracelet$25067jewelry, Costa Mesa67jewelry.com Hear more from 67jewelry founder Alexandra Maister on The Zest.link.to/TheZest Twist sport skirt $650Courrèges, South Coast Plaza, 714-852-3777 Prada Explore medium Re-Nylon Read More

On the Move: BNBuilders Ross Brown Promoted to Vice President of Operations, California

CONSTRUCTION BNBuilders is pleased to announce the promotion of Ross Brown, LEED AP, DBIA to Vice President of Operations for California. Over the past 14 years with BNBuilders, Brown has helped deliver some of the company’s most technically complex projects while building strong relationships with clients, partners, and employees. As Read More