Category: Top Stories

Scene and Seen: Elite OC Productions and Diwaliben Trust Signature Soiree

When Linda Young’s Elite OC Productions is in charge of planning a grand event, you can be certain it’ll be an unforgettable experience. And for the Diwaliben Trust Signature Soiree — dubbed La Fete de l’Opera, One Night in Asia — the team truly delivered. The evening featured a dramatic Read More

Irvine Community Shows Extraordinary Generosity Amid November Storm at Emergency Food Drive: Operation Bridge the Gap

Thursday, November 20, 2025 Persistent rain and winds didn’t diminish the Irvine community’s spirit Saturday, November 15, as residents, businesses, and volunteers came together to donate $33,000 and 3,300 pounds of food for Operation Bridge the Gap, an emergency food drive launched in response to the recent disruption of CalFresh/SNAP Read More

This Week on “The Zest”: Kylie Travis on Championing the Arts and Her Role at Casa Romantica

Kylie Travis is a driving force behind one of Orange County’s most beloved cultural landmarks, Casa Romantica. She is the executive director of operations and programming, and under her leadership, the historic San Clemente venue has transformed into a vibrant hub for arts, education, and community connection.Listen and watch every Read More

City of Irvine Announces Key Executive Appointments

Thursday, November 20, 2025 Irvine City Manager Sean Crumby has announced several executive appointments that will provide strategic leadership and help shape Irvine’s next chapter. Steve Torelli has been appointed Director of the Great Park, Kavita Deepak has been named Director of the City’s new Information Technology Department, and Luis Read More

American Legion Auxiliary Hosts Holiday Boutique December 20 in Newport Beach

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 291 is hosting a Holiday Boutique on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the American Legion, 215 15th Street in Newport Beach. Entrance fee is $5. The boutique is open to the public. Among the many items for sale: clothing, handbags, handmade Read More