🌱 Irvine's Clean Sweep + Artist of the Year + Safer Horse Trail

Hello, Orange County! Let's start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

A very warm day. High: 88. Low: 59.

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Here are the top stories in Orange County today:

1. Irvine city leaders are considering new parking rules that make it easier for street sweepers to remove dirt and debris from Irvine streets. The law includes a possible $44 fine for cars parked on streets that are difficult for street sweepers to clean, city officials said. The change is being considered as posting temporary “no parking” signs for street cleaning wasn't that efficient or effective, city officials noted. Roads that could be impacted would be determined by the city’s Transportation Commission. You can read more about this story here: (OC Register)
2. A shout out to juniors and seniors nominated for artistic excellence by arts teachers and private arts instructors for the 2022 Artist of the Year program. The 646 high school students were selected from 72 Orange County high schools and arts organizations. The categories included theater, dance, film, vocal music, instrumental music, computer-assisted visual arts and handcrafted visual arts. Semifinalists will be announced on April 24. You can read the full story here: (OC Register)
3. If you ride horses, you may be interested to know there is a new horse trail in Temecula Valley Wine Country. The new trial that is designated for equestrian riders was created to replace riding along busy De Portola Road, a news release said. The critical horse trail improves safety and connects to other paths, said Lorraine Harrington, a board member with Temecula Valley Rural Lifestyles, Inc. You can read the full story here: (Press-Enterprise)

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Today in Orange County:

• Blood Drive (Events) — Los Amigos High. (7:30 a.m.)
• City Council Appreciation Breakfast — Orange Chamber of Commerce. (7:45 a.m.)
• Resume Review: On-Site — Anaheim Workforce Connection. (9 a.m.)
• SBDC — Small Business Administration (SBA) Procurement Series. (9 a.m.)
• Main Street Branch Family Storytime — Huntington Beach Public Library. (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County: "Great news to start your week. Our very own Leilani has been adopted!" (Facebook)
• Orange County Pit Bull Rescue: "Slater is almost 2 years old, he is on the smaller side weighing in at around 45-50 pounds, dog friendly, loves people, loves to cuddle with both humans and canines." (Facebook)
• Orange County Rescue Mission: "These amazing quilts were donated from Beach Cities Quilters Guild, who regularly donate quilts and pillowcases for our students. We are so thankful!" (Facebook)
• Philharmonic Society of Orange County: "Closing out the 20th anniversary of the Laguna Beach Music Festival with a unique musical experience, Chris Thile is joined by vocalist and flutist Nathalie Joachim." (Facebook)
• YMCA OF ORANGE COUNTY: "Swimming is a life skill, great exercise and a challenging sport. Several of our Orange County YMCA branches offer swim lessons for preschoolers, youth, and adults, as well as competitive swim leagues." (Facebook)

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— Paula Constance

About me: I am a freelance writer, author, and media producer. I am committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. One of my favorite jobs? Working with Imagineering for The Walt Disney Company.