🌱 New Flights Are A Breeze + Rope Water Rescue + Disney Holidays

Hey, Orange County! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Orange County Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know today, including...

• New flights coast to coast will be a breeze.
• The return of holiday celebrations at Disneyland.
• Quick-thinking water rescue with a rope and ladder.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny. High: 69 Low: 48.

Here are the top stories in Orange County today:

1. Quick-thinking O.C. firefighters used a ladder and rope to rescue a man caught in swiftly moving water Tuesday. Engine 62 rescued the man in the cold, fast-moving water by throwing a looped rope over him and guiding the exhausted man to a ladder, but the man was too weak to climb out of the water, fire officials said. Rescuers used the ladder like a seesaw, pulling the man to safety. The victim was sent to the hospital with minor injuries. (Orange County Patch)
2. Holiday celebrations have returned to Disneyland! You will find a 50-foot tree, holiday music and "memorable moments from treasured Disney animated films." The Christmas tree will be on Buena Vista Street in California Adventure Park, and there will be "automotive holiday embellishment in Cars Land," with parades, treats, and a nighttime “World of Color – Season of Light” synched to inspiring holiday music! (Orange County Patch)
3. Flying coast to coast from Orange County will be a breeze! Utah-based Breeze Airways will be flying from the John Wayne Airport starting Feb. 16, officials said. The airline's first flights will be from Orange County to Orlando (MCO), and to the airline's "home-base airport in Provo, Utah." CEO David Neeleman told USA Today that Breeze was selected because it offered something different from other air carriers, and that "service was the key to Breeze being awarded slots in the notoriously competitive airport." (USA Today)

Today in Orange County:

• Veterans Day Observed - City Facilities Closure - Placentia (All Day)
• Blood Drive in the Gym 8-3:30 p.m. (Garcia) - Garden Grove (All Day)
• Raising Confident, Competent Children - Anaheim (All Day)
• Blood Drive (Events) - Esperanza High- Anaheim (8 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Are you interested in teaching?: "If so, apply now to be an OUSD substitute teacher! This is a great position for any person with a bachelor’s degree who would like to help our schools while earning extra income. Link in bio." (Orange Unified School District via Instagram)
• Wait inside for your app ride driver: "Using a rideshare app is a great option if you plan on drinking and there are simple things you can do to stay safe. When waiting for a ride, avoid spending unnecessary time outside alone. Wait indoors until the app shows your driver is ..." (Orange County Sheriff's Department, CA via Facebook)
• Abortion and contraception on the ballot: "Proposition 1, if passed, would amend the California state constitution to enshrine access to abortion and contraception throughout the state." (Orange County Register via Facebook)

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• 4th Annual Beautiful Dying VIRTUAL Expo (November 11)
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• The Best of OC Holiday Boutique! (November 12)
• Learn to Watercolor! Paint a Pumpkin on Paper (November 12)
• Social Security Seminar at Anaheim Downtown Community Center (November 14)
• 2022 Dana Point Turkey Trot (November 24)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. 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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