🌱 Lifeguard Hopefuls Brave Numbing Water + Unresponsive Man, No Clues

Hello, friends! Paula Constance here with your fresh copy of the Orange County Daily, filled with all the local news you need to know today, including these stories:

• Huntington Beach lifeguard hopefuls.
• Police look for clues about a man found unresponsive on an Anaheim road.
• Vehicle crashes into tree in San Juan Capistrano.
• Volunteer one day at OC Parks to restore habitats, help with events.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; winds subsiding. High: 64 Low: 40.

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Here are the top stories today in Orange County:

1. Lifeguard hopefuls raced across the beach into the chilly water at the Huntington Beach Pier on Saturday. Huntington Beach started recruiting lifeguards early this year because of recent hiring challenges. Watching over crowds of beachgoers can be challenging, but Huntington Beach Marine Safety Capt. Derek Peters said, “I think [being a lifeguard] gives most of our team a sense of purpose, and making a difference in the community is not a bad way to make a living.” (MSN)
2. Police are looking for clues about the death of a man found unresponsive in the middle of an Anaheim street. Paramedics rushed a 31-year-old man identified as Rolando Delgadillo Gutierrez, 31, to a hospital where he died. Any witnesses who may have information are asked to call the Anaheim Police Department. (Orange County Register via Facebook)
3. Tragically, a car smashed into a tree in San Juan Capistrano Sunday night, killing two men and sending a third man to Mission Hospital in critical condition, the Orange County Register reported. The crash was just after 10 p.m. in the area of Rancho Viejo and Malaspina Roads. Two men in the front seat, driver Riley Hans Sullivan, 21, of Creston and 19-year-old Rez Aziz Devenny of San Juan Capistrano, were pronounced dead at the scene, the report said. The cause of the accident is under investigation. (Patch)
4. Just a few hours of your time can make a big difference in OC parks and our community! If you'd like to volunteer to make a difference at OC Parks, but don't want to make a long-term commitment, you can find short-term and single-day volunteer opportunities. No training is needed! Volunteers assist with everything from "habitat restoration and special events to park clean-ups or trail maintenance.: Stop by volunteer information night on Friday, Feb. 24 from 4-7 p.m. at Irvine Regional Park. (OC Parks via Instagram)

Today in Orange County:

• Read & Play - Villa Park Library - Villa Park Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Bilingual Chinese Storytime - Tustin Library (10:30 AM)
• Terrific Tuesdays Storytime: Westminster Library (10:30 AM)
• Builders' Club - Library of the Canyons (10:30 AM)
• Storytime - Foothill Ranch - Foothill Ranch Branch Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• It's Girls Scout Cookie Season: "Guess what?! It’s officially #GirlScoutCookies season! Be on the look out for your local Girl Scouts. #girlscoutsoc" (Girl Scouts of Orange County via Facebook)
• Disney's 100th Celebration: "The Walt Disney Company marks its 100th anniversary this year, and the celebration just began at the Disneyland Resort " (Orange County Register via Facebook)
• Catholic community: "Looking for a community with a professional focus grounded in Catholic values? Your 20s and 30s can be a confusing and lonely time, but they don't have to be. Come and see. Attend a YCP event and join like-minded, mission-driven peers." (YCP Orange County via Facebook)
• Free Open Gym: "New month, same Open Gym. FREE! Weekly times set aside for Badminton, Basketball, and Pickleball. Check in at the front desk on arrival. Updated calendar and complete information available." (Orange County (NC) Recreation via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. I'll see you soon!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and media producer. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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