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09/18/2025

Dr. Christopher Tolmie, DDS of PDS Health, explains that while “natural” toothpastes aren’t regulated by the FDA, the FTC requires non-toxic toothpaste brands to back their safety claims with solid scientific evidence.

It is essential to pay close attention to what’s in your toothpaste, it’s probably one of your most used personal care products.

To check out the full article and some of the best natural toothpaste brands, go to Yahoo! Health:

While the term "nontoxic" is generally unregulated, we spoke with dental experts and tested 10 different natural toothpastes to find the ones that deliver on safety and sparkle.

09/17/2025

The YMCA OF ORANGE COUNTY offers various programs that cultivate connection and character development, the programs provide a perfect foundation for children to feel supported and grow in body, mind, and spirit.

Children thrive when they are connected to a vibrant community and experience a sense of belonging at a young age.

Read the full article in Parenting OC:

Discover how building strong community ties boosts your child’s confidence, resilience and wellness — while strengthening your own sense of belonging.

09/16/2025

Orange County United Way recently hit the streets to share its newest initiative, United4OC 20230.

“[We are] well-positioned to drive meaningful change and fill critical gaps to ensure everyone in our community has the chance to thrive,” CEO and President Sue Parks said. “We know we can’t do this alone, and UNITED4OC 2030 is an invitation to every resident, business, faith community and leader to get involved any way they can. Every moment of impact, no matter how big or small, helps shape a better Orange County.”

Read more in the Orange County Register:

The charity is challenging the broader OC community to do 4 million moments of impact between now and 2030 to address some of the county’s challenges.

09/09/2025

Shelley Hoss became president and CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF) in 2000, where she has guided its growth from $42 million in assets to nearly $800 million.

Now celebrating 25 years at OCCF, Hoss is recognized for her visionary leadership, resilience through crises, and dedication to empowering communities and nonprofit leaders.

Read more about Hoss and her work in the Orange County Business Journal:

Founded in 1989 by Judy Swayne to create a permanent home for local philanthropy, OCCF grew to a respectable $42 million in assets and 145 funds in its first decade.

09/08/2025

In Green Home Builder’s September/October 2025 issue, Monty Peacock, Vice President of Operations for Trumark Homes Southern California, writes about why prioritizing fire-resistant features in new home construction is one of the smartest investments builders can make.

Read more on page 34:

09/04/2025

A&A Curtain Cleaners in Santa Ana is home to a fascinating collection of more than 100 antique irons, some dating back to the 1800s.

As the longtime owners, Maureen and Raymond Telles, prepare for retirement, the irons are being preserved by their friend and local historian Timothy Rush so the public can continue to enjoy their story.

Read the complete article in the Orange County Register:

An assortment of antique irons, many dating back to the 1800s, have been displayed at A&A Curtain Cleaners on Main Street in Santa Ana for decades.

09/03/2025

Orange County banned the sale of synthetic kratom products in its unincorporated communities, citing public health risks tied to the substance’s addictive and opioid-like effects.

Dr. Steven Ey, chief of service at Hoag Addiction Treatment Centers, reports seeing nearly as many patients needing detox from kratom as from fentanyl in the past year; he praised the county’s proactive stance, stressing that regulation is urgently needed as kratom use is rapidly spreading and often goes undetected on drug tests.

Read more in the Orange County Register:

Kratom is most often sold in tablet or powdered form. Other local municipalities have banned it or are considering bans.

08/28/2025

Shea Properties has expanded its Seattle-area portfolio with the opening of Verdant Apartments, a 550-unit community in Shoreline.

The project, which follows three other Shea communities in the region, underscores the company’s long-term commitment to Seattle’s multifamily market and focus on modern, connected living.

Read more in the Registry :

Shea Properties announced today the opening of Verdant Apartments, a seven-story, 550-unit transit-oriented apartment community located at the edge of Shoreline and Seattle.

08/27/2025

PDS Health, through its Smile Generation network of more than 1,000 dental offices, hosted its annual Serve Day to provide free dental care to underserved patients.

In Texas alone, over 600 people received $2.5 million worth of donated dentistry, with individual practices treating dozens of patients at no cost.

Read more in KXAN Texas:

Smile Generation, a national dental care provider with over 600 offices across the US, has held a “Serve Day” every year since 2011, providing dental outreach to underserved patients at…

08/26/2025

Trumark Homes is the primary builder in the first phase of the Tanterra community in Parker, which will be its largest Colorado development to date.

Designed around “Parkitecture” principles, Tanterra will ultimately feature thousands of homes, parks, schools, and commercial spaces.

Read more in Parker Chronicle:

When the expansion of Chambers Road opened earlier this summer in Parker, it was more than just an important transportation project; it marked the start of a new community –

08/25/2025

Jeremy Jonckheere, Vice President of Strategic Payer Partnerships at PDS Health, recently joined Becker’s “Dental + DSO Virtual Event”.

He highlighted that success in dental support organizations requires balancing value for both dentists and patients, with scalable platforms and integrated health systems driving long-term growth.

Read more in Becker’s Dental + DSO Review:

As competition grows among DSOs, more weight will be put on how companies support their providers and keep patients at the focus. Four DSO executives recently joined Becker’s “Dental + DSO Virtual Event” to discuss how emerging organizations are setting themselves apart from more established D...

08/20/2025

Mother and daughter Jeannette Reding and Kristina Walters were diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer just days apart; the two recently completed treatment together at Hoag Family Cancer Institute in Newport Beach.

Their shared journey, supported by advanced oncoplastic surgery techniques, strengthened their bond and also underscored the importance of early detection through annual mammograms.

Read the complete story in the Daily Pilot:

Jeannette Reding and Kristina Walters of Orange were both diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer in February, but rang the bell to signal the end of their treatments.