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An SAPD police cruiser crashed into an SAPD motorcycle this evening
November 17, 2019 - Accidents, Santa Ana, SAPD - No Comments

A police motorcycle and police cruiser violently collided in Santa Ana on Sunday evening, at about 8 p.m., according to NBC News. The crash occurred near the intersection of Pacific Avenue and McFadden Avenue, according to the SAPD. The SAPD motorcycle officer is now in stable condition at a local hospital. The motorcycle was seen…

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It is time for the Santa Ana City Council to approve the Addington development
November 17, 2019 - Development, Housing, Planning, Santa Ana - No Comments

We are in the midst of the greatest housing crisis in California’s history, that has forced folks to commute from places like Riverside to Orange County to provide for their families. This trend has been accompanied by dramatic spikes in homelessness throughout the state, including here in Santa Ana. I have personally toured the now…

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This week’s Cochino List includes DTSA’s Wursthaus
November 17, 2019 - Santa Ana - No Comments

The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 7 to Nov. 15. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Wursthaus, 305 E. Fourth…

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An armed Santa Ana robbery suspect turned himself into the SAPD today
November 15, 2019 - Crime, Santa Ana, SAPD - 1 Comment

After releasing the robbery video to the media and community, suspect Anthony Sanchez (18) Santa Ana turned himself in to Santa Ana PD Robbery Detectives. Suspect has been booked for armed robbery. ORIGINAL MESSAGE – Suspect #1: Male Hispanic, 18-25 years old, 5’-5” to 5’-7” and 140-160lbs, armed with a semi-auto firearm with extended mag.…

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Mexicanisimo to host menudo fundraiser for Relampago del Cielo

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 Santa Ana’s Relampago del Cielo is having a Menudo Breakfast Fundraiser on Sunday, April 18, from 9 am to 12 pm, at the Mexicanisimo Restaurant, located at 2325 First St., in Santa Ana.  A donation of $5 is requested.

Dancers will be performing, from the regions of Yucatan and Veracruz, at 11 am.  There will also be door prizes, including a Las Vegas getaway valued at $500 and a performance of Relampago del Cielo valued at $250.

Relámpago del Cielo Inc. (RDC) , a 501(c)3 non-profit organization is celebrating it’s 35th Anniversary. Enthralled by the music and movement learned in classes taught by Ms. Rosie Peña at Santa Ana College, a handful of her students resolved to join forces in expanding their newly discovered appreciation of the folklore of Mexico. Continue reading→

Free For Your Family/Por tu Familia Health Fair this Sunday in Santa Ana

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Eleventh Annual “Por Tu Familia” – (For your Family) Health Fair

Who: The American Diabetes Association, Orange County Chapter

What: The American Diabetes Association will host the 11th Annual For your Family – Por tu Familia Health Fair. The event will feature approximately 60 exhibitors. Services will include: free diabetes risk assessments for children and adults, foot and vision screenings, as well as educational seminars, health information and entertainment.

When: Sunday April 4th, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Where: The event will take place on 3rd Street, West of Broadway, Between Bush and Spurgeon, in the City of Santa Ana. Continue reading→

Crafts, a free movie and a scavenger hunt at the Old OC Courthouse this Saturday

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Old Orange County Courthouse

Bring your family and friends to enjoy a fun filled day of crafts and a scavenger hunt this Saturday, April 3.

At 12 noon, the OC Historical Commission is sponsoring a screening of “Catch Me If You Can”, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, which was filmed at the Old Orange County Courthouse.

The OC Archives will be open for research and staff will be offering behind-the-scenes tours. Next door the Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House will also be open for tours (please check-out their website for ticketing information). See you on April 3rd!

Price: Free (free parking) Continue reading→

Take a walking tour through history in Santa Ana this Saturday

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Architectural Walking Tour and OC Courthouse Downtown Architectural Walking Tour

Join us for an information-filled tour of historic downtown Santa Ana and learn more about our city. These tours coincide with our Open House events (noon to 4:00 pm) and are also a perfect prelude to the “first Saturday” arts openings at the downtown Artist Village on the same evenings.

Docents will lead small groups to view the exteriors of many of Santa Ana’s most interesting old buildings, including the Old Orange County Courthouse, the Masonic Temple Building, old City Hall, the Spurgeon Building, and the Santora Building. More info, please visit http://santaanahistory.com/events/wtour/walkingpictures1.html. Continue reading→

Easter Eggs, authors, and history with the Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society

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Easter Eggs, Authors, and History With the Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society

Join us for a special spring Open House and book signing at the Dr Willella Howe-Waffle House on Saturday, April 3rd from noon to 4:00. Included with your tour of this 1889 Victorian gem is a display of vintage Easter cards and eggs, delicious tea and Easter sweets, and a Victorian Easter themed bookmark to take home.

Local Orange County authors including Rob Richardson, Phil Brigandi, Chip Martin, Christine Salts, Michael Barry, Roberta Reed and Alison Young will be on hand to sign their works, ranging from books on local history to an exciting suspense novel.

And while you tour the House and browse through books, kids can join an Easter egg hunt in our beautiful garden at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00!

Adults $5, Seniors and Members $4, Students K-12 $3 Continue reading→

Visit the Easter Bunny this weenend at Irvine Regional Park

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Dear Irvine Park Railroad Friends:

To celebrate Spring break, the following activities will be OPEN DAILY at 10:00 am through Sunday, April 11th: Hay rides, Easter egg hunts, face painting, Easter cookie decorating, moon bounce, carnival games and the train.

The Easter Eggstravaganza is open DAILY at 10:00 am through April 3rd, 2010.

Weekday Hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Weekend Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.

All Easter eggs are filled with candy or a prize!

The last day to meet the Easter bunny, is Saturday, April 3rd. Continue reading→

Chairman Janet Nguyen opposes the use of social media by the County of Orange

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It figures.  Supervisor Janet Nguyen, who Chairs the Orange County Board of Supervisors, is opposing the use of social media to enhance the way the County agencies communicate with the public, according to the Voice of O.C.

Nguyen has a lot of beefs about social media, including the sentiment that “Considering the intensity of political blogs in Orange County, Nguyen said county staff could be spending a ton of time monitoring blog comments.”

They already are doing so Chairman Janet!  Take a look at the graphic above.  Your henchmen are on our Orange Juice blog ALL DAY LONG! Continue reading→

SAPD planning a major crackdown on Santa Ana’s Easter cruisers

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I have gotten a hold of an email from the Santa Ana Police Department indicating that they are planning a major crackdown on Santa Ana’s Easter Cruisers. The note appears below in its entirety.

The crackdown includes numerous street and lane closures and over 100 police officers!

I don’t get it. Our city is flat broke. How is the SAPD paying for this and why are they doing this?

And why is the O.C. Register railing against the Easter cruising?  Here is what they reported, “Several law enforcement agencies, including the Santa Ana Police Department and the California Highway Patrol, are hoping to stop what has become an unwanted tradition, as visiting family members and revelers hit the streets.”

Needless to say, the Neighborhood Association busy-bodies and the Usual Suspects are up in arms over the Easter cruising.

Here is the actual email from the SAPD explaining what they intend to do to stop the Easter Cruisers: Continue reading→

Councilman Sal Tinajero’s first fundraising reception set for April 27

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Santa Ana City Councilman Sal Tinajero, Chancellor of Rancho Santiago Board of Trustees, Eddie Hernandez, and Councilman Sarmiento at the Bill Clinton Rally Event for Hillary Clinton.  Photo Courtesy of Vincent Sarmiento.

This just in, from Santa Ana Councilman Sal Tinajero:

You are invited to a fundraising reception in honor of Sal Tinajero

  • Councilman, City of Santa Ana
  • Director, Orange County Sanitation District Board
  • 2006 National Hispanic Teacher of the Year
  • 2009 California Golden Bell Award Recipient

With Special Guest and Master of Ceremony Actor Tony Plana, the Co-Founder East LA Classic Theatre, Leading Role in ABC’s Ugly Betty.

When: Tuesday, April 27 2010 Continue reading→

April 1st is Census Day – Have You Returned Your 2010 Census Form?

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 1, 2010
Contact: Howard Sutter 714.834.6203 office

April 1st is Census Day – Have You Returned Your 2010 Census Form?

(Santa Ana, CA) — April 1st is Census Day, as the effort to gain a complete count of the Orange County population reaches a critical point.

“For every 100 people who don’t return their Census form, the Commerce Department estimates that Orange County may lose $1.3 million in funding for vital services over the next ten years,” said Janet Nguyen, Board Chair and First District Supervisor. “In these difficult economic times, it is more important than ever that people return their Census forms to ensure that Orange County receives its fair share of Federal funding.” Continue reading→

Free Ham Radio training offered to CERT members in Santa Ana

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UPDATE: Good news from the Ham Radio class instructor Gordon West. He is taking $30.00 off the cost of materials for our class which basically reduces the cost of materials by half. He has already offered to teach the class for free as well. He is hoping this will help several of you in these trying times. If you are interested in the class it starts Saturday, May 22nd and ends the next day, Sunday the 23rd. To reserve a spot and to receive the course materials please contact Gordon West at (714) 549-5000 or just click reply to this email. Thanks.

The City of Santa Ana is offerering FREE ham radio training to all those who have taken their CERT (Community Emergency Response Training) class, which is offered by the Santa Ana Fire Department and the Santa Ana Police Department.

Here is the training information sent by the City’s Emergency Manager: Continue reading→

City of Santa Ana waives late fees for unlicensed dogs

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 Sparky already has his dog license!

“Santa Ana Animal Services will waive late fees for dog licenses during a temporary amnesty program through May 15.  The city charges $24 annually to license a spayed or neutered dog, $100 for an unfixed dog; late fees are $41,” according to the O.C. Register.

I emailed Santa Ana Police Chief on March 1, to inform him about the Orange County dog license amnesty, which we reported about this week. 

I have also asked the Chief to consider permanent lower dog license fees.  We wrote about that subject here in February, at this link.  What I would like to see in particular is discounts for households with more than one dog; lower late fees; and lower fees for unfixed dogs.  Currently we charge more for dog licenses than the City of Irvine does! Continue reading→

Lupe Moreno curses in Spanish at Minuteman protest in Santa Ana today

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The Minutemen showed up to protest today at the Mexican Consultate’s office in Santa Ana, at 7 a.m.  They were led by Lupe Moreno, a Republican activist who lives in Santa Ana.

In the video above, Moreno resorted to calling the mother of Naui Huitzilopochtli, the videographer, a “puta,” or whore.  He then rightfully wonders what sort of Christian Moreno is.

Moreno is known for her right-wing politics and supposed evangelical Christian values.  Continue reading→

Enjoy giant bubbles at the Discovery Science Center’s annual Bubblefest

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Float your way to Discovery Science Center for Orange County’s most astounding spring break bubble spectacular! It’s good, clean fun for the entire family as Bubble Scientist Fan Yang brings his Gazillion Bubble Show to Southern California, from March 27 – April 11, 2010.

Orange County’s Most Astounding Spring Break Event!

Hands-on bubble activities demonstrate a bubble’s science and math principles (such as surface tension, elasticity, air pressure, molecular properties, and geometric properties), while Fan Yang’s Gazillion Bubble Show puts those theories to the ultimate test. Continue reading→

Minutemen protesting at the Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana on Wednesday

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The Minutemen are in an uproar because the City of Santa Ana decided to hold this year’s Fiestas Patrias event on September 11.  They are protesting tomorrow, March 31, at the Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana , from 7am to 9am.  The Consulate is located at 828 North Broadway, in downtown Santa Ana.

Counter-protesters will be there as well.

Normally the Fiestas Patrias event is held around the middle of September, but in order to hold the event on a weekend, the City of Santa Ana opted to start the event on Sep. 11, which of course coincides with the terrorist attack our nation suffered when members of Al-Qaeda destroyed the Trade Towers in New York.  Over 300 Mexican nationals died in that event.  The Minutemen either don’t know that or they don’t care. Continue reading→