GGUSD launches online resources to support at-home learning
The Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD), which serves the Western portion of the City of Santa Ana, suspended their classes from March 16 to April 3, with Spring Break…
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Mayor Miguel Pulido speaks out about the 13 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana
https://youtu.be/ulQwYSjCnB4 Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido issued a formal press release today regarding the latest COVID-19 case numbers provided by the O.C. Health Care Agency, which now show that Santa…
13 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Santa Ana
The Orange County Health Care Agency has finally confirmed, as of this afternoon, the number of COVID-19 cases on a city-by-city basis here in Orange County. We have 13 cases…
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The O.C. Health Care Agency warns about use of non-FDA approved COVID-19 tests
County Health Officer Dr. Nichole Quick today warned residents against the use of testing kits that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for diagnosis…
There are now 256 COVID-19 cases in Orange County
The O.C. Health Care Agency is reporting that we are up to 256 COVID-19 cases now in Orange County. Reportedly they are finally going to reveal the cases on a…
The O.C. Health Agency answers frequently asked questions about COVID-19
As COVID-19 spreads, the news is leaving many people with concerns and questions: How can I help protect myself? Should I be wearing a facemask? How do I get tested…
The City of Santa Ana explains what social distancing means
The Centers of Disease Control defines social distancing as “remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings and maintaining distance (approximately six feet) from others when possible.” Social distancing is…
Resources for Santa Ana businesses and workers impacted by COVID-19
The City of Santa Ana is committed to providing businesses and workers with the latest resources and information such as: business loans and grants, free business consultations, webinars, unemployment benefit…
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O.C. mental health resources to help with the COVID-19 crisis
As the spread and far-reaching impacts of Covid-19 dominate the world news, we have all witnessed and experienced the parallel spread of worry, anxiety, and uncertainty. The way to overcome this…
Orange County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19
ORANGE, Ca. (March 24, 2020): An inmate in Orange County Jail has tested positive for COVID-19. The inmate, a man in his 40s, was booked into the Orange County Jail…
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The City of Santa Ana is closing the skate parks due to COVID-19
All skate parks operated by the City of Santa Ana will be temporarily closed to the public beginning on Wednesday, March 25, to fight the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). The…
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Orange County to close parking lots at beaches and parks due to COVID-19
Today, the Orange County Board of Supervisors, in order to maintain consistency with coastal cities, directed staff to close parking lots at County beaches and parks, while ensuring access for…
First Orange County death due to COVID-19 confirmed
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) today confirmed the first death of an Orange County resident related to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. The individual was a…
Orange County now has 152 COVID-19 cases
The illnesses and fatalities due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to rise in California as the total cases are now up to 2,102 positive cases and 40 deaths, according to the State…
O.C. residents can now sign up for COVID-19 text message alerts
Effective immediately, residents can now sign up to receive text message updates related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California. To opt-in for this service, text OCCOVID19 to 888777.…