🌱Killer Whales + 17251 Beach Blvd For HomeKey? + DUI Enforcement

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally today.

Killer whales are making an appearance after a two-year hiatus. The City Council is mulling over the purchase of a 17251 Beach Boulevard motel. Finally, the HBPD announces more DUI enforcement.

The cheapest gas you can buy is at the Costco at 7562 Center Avenue for $4.15 a gallon. The 76 Station at 16971 Goldenwest Street sells it for $4.29, and the World Station at 8972 Adams Avenue charges $4.35.

First, today's weather:

Low clouds breaking. High: 61 Low: 48.

Here are the top stories in Huntington Beach today:

1. The killer whales are back! Last seen around OC beaches in 2019, whale-watchers saw a pod on Thursday. Six orcas put on quite a show for the delighted passengers on board the Dana Pride. (Patch)
2. The City Council agenda for Tuesday will include labor negotiations with the HB Municipal Teamsters, anticipated litigation, existing workers’ comp litigation, and the announcement of the incoming mayor. One of the items discussed at the last meeting was the purchase of the motel at 17251 Beach Boulevard for $4.21 million to be part of the city’s contribution to the Homekey Program. (Legistar, 2)
3. On Friday, the HBPD arrested a man who was passed out behind the wheel of his car. The vehicle was facing the wrong direction. The PD would like you to know that “increased DUI enforcement is happening now.” (@HBPoliceDept)
4. On March 31, a 45-year-old man allegedly carried out a mass shooting at United Homes in Orange. At that time, he was shot in the head by police officers who responded to the scene. On Wednesday, a judge committed the accused shooter to a state mental facility because the defendant is not competent to stand trial and assist in his defense. (Newsbreak/Los Angeles Times)
5. Do you want to join the Anaheim Ducks to skate? If so, head to the Surf City Winter Wonderland this Saturday. Get on the rink with a $2 discount when you use promo code “Wildwing.” (@AnaheimDucks)

Today in Huntington Beach:

• Arts and Crafts Show at the Old World Village, 7561 Center Avenue (10 AM)
• Holiday Storytime - The Nutcracker at Bella Terra, 7777 Edinger Avenue (11 AM)
• SantaCon Pub Crawl at Baja Sharkeez, 211 Main Street (1 PM)
• Ballet Etudes presents The Nutcracker at the Huntington Beach High School Theater, 1905 Main Street (2 PM)
• Redneck Rodeo at Old Crow Huntington Beach, 21022 PCH (9 PM)

Huntington Beach Patch Notebook

• Huntington Beach Art Center: This holiday season, consider the gift of original fine art made by local Southern California Artists. Featuring over 200 artworks in a variety of media, the current exhibition "Inspired" has the perfect piece for everyone and every budget. (Instagram)
• Huntington Beach Union High School District: This year’s Art Reflections program theme is, “I Will Change The World by …” Westminster High School’s Camila Alvarez is recognized for her visual art talents, and Jose Robles for a musical piece that he composed! (Facebook)

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— Sylvia Cochran

About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Best Fiends (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.

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