🌱 Mayor B. Delgleize + Shoutout To Yale Chiang + Comet Leonard

Hey Huntington Beach neighbors! As you may know, Amazon Web Services experienced an outage on Tuesday that affected the Huntington Beach Daily. Some of you might have received a late newsletter on Wednesday, or no newsletter at all. Please know this was unfortunately beyond our control, but know that we are fully back in business! — Sylvia

We have a new mayor! Also, Yale Chiang is handing out FREE beverages just because. Finally, here’s what you need to know about Comet Leonard.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy, a little rain; cooler. High: 59 Low: 46.

Here are the top stories today in Huntington Beach:

1. Mayor Pro Temp Barbara Delgleize, whose term expires in 2022, will serve as Mayor in 2022. The HB City Council appointed her on Tuesday. Mike Posey was appointed Mayor Pro Temp. “I am committed to doing my part to bring everyone together, so we can best serve the people of Huntington Beach,” the new mayor stated. (City of HB)
2. A shoutout to Yale Chiang! The retired engineer set up a food cart on the HB Pier last Friday. There, he served people FREE coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Nope, he didn’t ask for donations and didn’t take any money. “It’s his way of giving back.” You may find him there on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (HB News)
3. Keep watching the eastern skies! Comet Leonard is supposed to make an appearance over HB on Sunday; however, you might be able to see it in the evenings leading up to the day and those after it, too. Pro-tip: Go to an area with little light pollution at night and bring your binoculars. Astronomers anticipate it to be closest to Earth on Sunday at 7:54 a.m. This comet is said to have been traveling the solar system for 35,000 year. (Patch)
4. On November 24, Apartment Guide released the “State of the Rental Market.” Rent prices are up across the nation, but in CA they’re on fire. The average rent for a one-bedroom in the state is $2,616. Last year, it was $2,100. HB has seen a 39.6% increase in one-bedroom rent prices year-over-year. (Apartment Guide)
5. On Wednesday, we learned that the 9th Annual Health and Beauty Expo is scheduled for January 23 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the Hyatt Regency HB at 21500 PCH and connect with Merz Aesthetics. There will be prizes, swag bags, demonstrations, and photo ops. (Local Magazine)

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Today in Huntington Beach:

• St. Mary’s by the Sea Church hosts the International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima, 321 10th Street (7:45 a.m.)
• Reconnect with your True Self - FREE Masterclass (Online) (11:30 a.m.)
• Inspired Art For Lunch at the HB Art Center, 538 Main Street (11:30 a.m.)
• The APA Orchestra department presents “Sounds of the Season” at HB Historic Theater, 1905 Main Street (7 p.m.)
• NA Meeting at Community Bible Church, 401 6th Street (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Visit Huntington Beach: Huntington Beach was featured in MSN's "California's Most Stunning Small Cities and Towns" article. (Facebook)
• Huntington Beach Union High School District: Last Friday, Valley Vista High School recognized the students who earned all of their credits during their 1st quarter, which was a record of 57 students! Principal Jessie Marion is "really proud of all of the success they are finding." (Facebook)
• Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce: Huntington Beach, if you're looking to have a blast, be sure to visit Huntington’s first hatchet-throwing venue! Go for the bullseye, have a party, grab some grub and drink a beer. Family-owned. For more info, visit Stumpy's Hatchet House. (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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