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Clarence Avant, nicknamed the ‘Godfather of Black Entertainment,’ dies at 92: Reports

Recording industry insider Clarence Avant, who garnered the nickname of the “Godfather of Black Entertainment,” died at his Los Angeles home Sunday night, according to reports. His death was announced by family members and reported by Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. No cause of death was given. “It is with Read More

Newport Beach City Manager Update: Online Reviews and Permits, Summer Reading Program

Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager As part of our ongoing effort to streamline services and increase efficiencies, the City of Newport Beach is now offering online plan check reviews and permitting for residential construction projects. Newport Beach residents and contractors can now Read More

Opening kick-offs for many Orange County high school football teams coming soon

Segerstrom defenders make a play against Fullerton in a scrimmage Friday evening at Segerstrom. (Photo courtesy Mark Bausman). Opening kick-offs for many Orange County high school football teams are approaching quickly with zero week games on Thursday, Aug. 17 and Friday Aug. 18. There are also two games on Saturday, Read More