Another Battle Looms Over Toll Road Proposal
News A public hearing regarding the controversial proposed 241 toll road extension is scheduled to take place July 25 at UC Irvine in the Bren Center. This hearing is an appeal before the U.S. Commerce Department secretary by the Transportation Corridor Authority, which continues to pursue the proposal rejected in February by California's Coastal Commission. Full Story
Seeking Cover
Knight Anthony Parvino and Thomas Montgomery do battle at the Chamber of Commerce's renaissance themed party preceding the Pageant of the Masters opening on Monday. Michelle Clark found the action a bit too realistic. Full Story
American Express Services Offered Locally
American Express travel services are available in downtown Laguna Beach at the Travel Connection, 332 Forest Avenue, Suite 9. The agency offers a variety of independent or escorted tours and cruises worldwide, as well as exclusive American Express vacation packages, and bonus reward points available to American Express cardholders. Full Story
Rep. Sanchez to Speak at Cultural Council Benefit
U.S. Rep. Loretta Sanchez will serve as the guest speaker July 20 as the South County Crosscultural Council holds a benefit to support their humanitarian programs. The council's efforts include operating Laguna Beach's day labor hiring center, a lightning rod in recent years for opponents of illegal immigration. Full Story
It Looked Worse Than it Was
A 27-year-old Marine motorcyclist was partially trapped beneath a Range Rover after a collision around 3 p.m. July 3, closing northbound lanes of Coast Highway near Three Arch Bay and ensnarling traffic for an hour. Passersby managed to free Andrew Peterson, of Twentynine Palms, who wore a helmet and suffered only a slight concussion and abrasions. Full Story
Church Blood Drive Offers a Fuel Reward
A blood drive is scheduled for July 13 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., in the parlor of Laguna Presbyterian Church. Donors must be in good health, and have not given blood since mid-May. Full Story
McDonald House Manager to Speak at Rotary
Ashley Robinson, family room manager at the Ronald McDonald House for CHOC Orange County, will be the speaker at the Laguna Beach Rotary Club on Friday, July 11. The club meets Fridays at noon in Hotel Laguna ballroom. For those interested in Rotary, contact Brendon Cheves at 494- 2695 for additional information. Full Story
Car Wash Benefit UMC Projects
The women of the Laguna Beach United Methodist Church will hold a carwash July 13 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 21632 Wesley Drive. A donation of $10 is suggested. A bistro cafe will also be available for beverages and snacks. All proceeds from this event support the UMW projects and missions. Full Story
High Pump Prices Boost Shop Local Campaign
While many store owners in Laguna Beach are experiencing slower sales due to high gas prices and the challenging economic situation, at least one business reports a boon from skyrocketing fuel costs. Full Story
Radio Operators Tune In for Public Event
Laguna Beach amateur radio operators recently set up several solar-powered radio transmitters and antennas to test two-way communications during a 24 hour exercise. The event was hosted by the Laguna Beach Emergency Communications Team, a volunteer group of radio amateurs. Full Story
Local Takes Helm as Commander of Strategic Naval Base in Spain
In June, Navy Capt. William F. Mosk, a native of Orange County, took the helm as commander of the U.S. Navy's Station Rota, strategically located north of the Strait of Gibraltar and halfway between the United States and Southwest Asia. Situated at a Spanish Navy base, Naval Station Rota provides support for U.S. Full Story
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