🌱 New E-bike Limits Coming? + 94-Year-Old Woman Still Missing

Good morning, Orange County! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news about:

• Residents' want e-bike regulations in Orange County.
• Have you seen this critically missing 94-year-old woman?
• Orange County Power Authority announced new communications director.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 72 Low: 46.

Here are the top stories in Orange County today:

1. Orange County cities are struggling with electric bike regulations. Residents are concerned about accidents with the uptick in fast-moving, motorized bikes, and south Orange County cities are trying to adopt new rules to limit "how and when residents can use electric bikes." The first e-bikes started to appear in the 1990s, but the number of e-bikes greatly increased during the Covid-19 pandemic. (Voice of OC)
2. A 94-year-old Orange County woman is still "critically missing." Shirley “Jean” Airth was last seen leaving her home in the 32000 block of Via Buena in San Juan Capistrano on Dec. 18, officials said. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help to find her. (KTLA Los Angeles)
3. The Orange County Power Authority welcomed a new communications and external affairs director. On Monday, OCPA announced that Joe Mosca, from Encinitas, who has both energy and local government experience, is its new director of communications and external affairs. (Los Angeles Times)

If you need a last-minute gift and don't want to brave the crowds, here's something to consider. These limited-time offers — hand-selected by the Patch Deals team — can be purchased instantly. You can then let the recipient know what's headed their way and skip the whole wrapping presents fiasco altogether.

* $100 Restaurant.com eGift Card (89% off) — Pay just $11 and get $100 to spend at participating local restaurants.

* Sam's Club 1-Year Membership (50% off) — Save on groceries, kitchen supplies, electronics and more — plus save up to 60 percent on hotel accommodations around the world.

* Skoove Premium Piano Lessons (87% off) — Get a lifetime subscription on interactive piano and keyboard lessons for beginners, intermediate and advanced players.

(Patch may earn a commission on purchases. All deals are as of publication and could change.)

Today in Orange County:

• 'Chanukah With The Ducks' and Menorah Lighting 2022: Anaheim (5:30 PM)
• Community Chanukah Celebration and Menorah Lighting 2022: Villa Park (6:30 PM)
• Bilingual Chinese Storytime: Irvine Heritage Park Library (3:30 PM)
• Classic Car Show - Placentia Chamber of Commerce (4:00 PM)
• Huntington Academy of Dance - Huntington Beach Public Library (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Holiday treats for zoo animals: "🎁 Animals at the OC Zoo had a jolly good time tearing into holiday gifts filled with treats at this year's Christmas at the OC Zoo event! 🎅 Even Santa and Mrs. Claus stopped by to celebrate holiday cheer." (OC Parks via Instagram)
• New trauma volunteer training program: "Our amazing partners at the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) start a new volunteer training academy in January. TIP Orange County is looking for compassionate individuals to be part of a team that genuinely makes a difference." (Orange County Fire Authority via Facebook)
• Keep kids safe for holiday shopping: "It you plan on shopping with your children, make sure to talk to them and explain what to do if they become separated from you 👨‍👩‍👦." (Orange County Sheriff's Department, CA via Facebook)
• Haunted Mansion won't return until February: "Disneyland’s classic version of Haunted Mansion won’t return until February once the Halloween and Christmas decorations are put away for another year." (Orange County Register via Facebook)
• Olivet University under investigation: "Olivet University, which caters to divinity students from China and South Korea, is under investigation for fraud, money-laundering and labor trafficking." (Orange County Register via Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Storage Valet — (Visit website)
• Au Pair Childcare USA — (Visit Website)
• Uptown Cheapskate — (Visit website)
• Frosty's Winter Wonderland In Corona — (Visit website)
• Tablerock boarding kennels — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• Rolling Robots Open House - Meet the BottleBots - Rookie of theYear (December 22)
• Christmas Eve Candlelight Service (December 24)
• Crossing Over With Psychic Medium John Edward (Live)! (January 20)
• Add your event

Announcements:

• Spa Gregorie's Gift Certificates (Details)
• Add your announcement

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning 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 and Instagram.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Orange County Daily? Contact me at orangecounty@patch.com