Erika Taylor

1 week ago | voiceofoc.org | Erika Taylor

A view of the Stanton Library on May 12, 2025. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC Stanton residents could enjoy a cooler library this summer. The Stanton Library, which has been closed since October 2024, is set to reopen with a new HVAC system according to Orange County Public Libraries (OCPL) officials.

1 week ago | voiceofoc.org | Erika Taylor

Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by attending a family-friendly celebration with live music on the lawn of the Old Orange County Courthouse, or by hiking in the Red Rock Wilderness. On Sunday, consider attending an author talk for a book on the history of The Beatles, or attend family game day at the Haskett Branch Library in Anaheim. This is just a handful of the many free events and activities happening throughout Orange County – funded by public tax dollars.

2 weeks ago | voiceofoc.org | Erika Taylor

Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by taking the kids to a bilingual Vietnamese storytime at the Fountain Valley Library, or by attending a talk on growing avocado and citrus trees in your backyard. On Sunday, consider a hike in one of Orange County’s nature preserves, or attend a screening of “The Birds” at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.

2 weeks ago | voiceofoc.org | Erika Taylor

Orange County cities pay tribute to those who gave their lives defending the United States this Memorial Day through a series of ceremonies. The holiday tradition honors nearly members of the armed services who’ve died in battle since the US was founded, along with an additional servicepeople killed by non-combat incidents. Originally called Decoration Day due to early traditions of decorating fallen soldiers’ graves, the holiday originates in the aftermath of the Civil War in the 1860s.

2 weeks ago | voiceofoc.org | Grace Song |Erika Taylor |Angelina Hicks

Officials in Rancho Santa Margarita continue to resist adding a video livestreaming option for city council meetings — one of the last Orange County cities that only offers audio for the public to tune in from home. Newly-elected Rancho Santa Margarita Councilmember Keri Lynn Baert brought forth a motion to investigate the budget costs and options for adding video livestreaming at the March 12 meeting. However, none of her colleagues supported the motion, ending the discussion.