Local OC News, Orange County, Mission Viejo, CA (2026)

01/10/2026

Inside a Speakeasy-Inspired Game Room Designed for Entertaining Find more News at localocnews.com

Shana Starr and Katie Gajda of Ivory & Olive Decor designed this game room with the idea of an upscale speakeasy in mind—they even created a hidden door that’s disguised as a bookshelf. The Spanish-style home influenced the pair to study classic libraries and East Coast ballrooms to find inspira...

01/09/2026

Cathy Thomas Cooks Up Tom Kha G*i with Chef Minh Phan Find more News at localocnews.com

Recently I welcomed Minh Phan into my home kitchen. Phan is the chef at the Thai restaurants in Costa Mesa, Hanuman Thai Eatery on Bristol Street and Hanuman Eatery on Newport Boulevard. He prepared his irresistible coconut milk-based chicken soup, Tom Kha G*i, a rich, savory mix of sour, sweet, and...

01/09/2026

Top Things to Do in O.C.: January 7th through 13th Find more News at localocnews.com

JAN. 13 THROUGH 25“The Wiz”The Tony Award–winning musical returns with a new Broadway tour. Experience the classic story of The Wizard of Oz with a unique twist, featuring a score filled with rock, soul, gospel, and funk, along with beautifully choreographed dance numbers that blend ballet, ja...

01/08/2026

Wind Advisory Find more News at localocnews.com

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Irvine and Orange County areas Thursday, January 8, at 9 p.m. through Friday, January 9, at 1 p.m. We are expecting winds to be 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. The strongest winds will be Thursday night

12/18/2025

Top Things to Do in O.C.: December 17th through 23rd Find more News at localocnews.com

THROUGH DEC. 21“SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL”Following the same miserable character from Charles Dickens’ classic novel, “Scrooge! The Musical” is a touching twist on the classic tale with a bit more humor, drama, and music. Follow along as Ebenezer Scrooge, a man who despises all things Christmas...

12/03/2025

Shop Local This Holiday Season at Wren’s Eastside Holiday Flea Market Find more News at localocnews.com

Head to Wren in Costa Mesa, the aesthetic wellness retreat featuring massages, saunas, and cold plunges, on Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon. Attendees will be able to shop a variety of goods such as vintage home decor, hand painted holiday cards, jewelry from Urth and Sea, Salty Ceramics, and men’s vin...

12/03/2025

Blueberry Hugs Laguna Beach Boutique Showcases Handmade Ceramics and Artisan Goods Find more News at localocnews.com

What began as a personal project to share the joy Angel Zhang felt when using artisanal tableware at home has grown into a boutique that feels akin to a gallery. “The store’s name comes from my daughter’s nickname, Blueberry, and symbolizes warmth, love, and family,” Zhang says. “My hope i...

12/02/2025

Roger’s Gardens Turns Into a Holiday Wonderland Find more News at localocnews.com

“Heirloom-quality European glass ornaments are always among the most sought-after pieces, particularly those that feel personal—whether it’s a favorite animal, travel memory, or whimsical holiday motif.”“This year’s boutique features an enchanting mix of European handblown ornaments, han...

12/02/2025

Shop Local This Holiday Season at Wren’s Eastside Holiday Flea Market Find more News at localocnews.com

Head to Wren in Costa Mesa, the aesthetic wellness retreat featuring massages, saunas, and cold plunges, on Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon. Attendees will be able to shop a variety of goods such as vintage home decor, hand painted holiday cards, jewelry from Urth and Sea, Salty Ceramics, and men’s vin...

12/01/2025

Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of ‘The Harder They Come,’ dies at 81 Find more News at localocnews.com

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as “Many Rivers to Cross,” “You Can Get it If You Really Want” and “Vietnam” and starred in the landmark movie “The Harder They Come,” has died at 81.

12/01/2025

Laguna Beach’s Winter Fantasy returns with art, music and holiday cheer Find more News at localocnews.com

The Winter Fantasy festival opened this weekend in Laguna Beach, transforming the Sawdust Art Festival grounds into a holiday village filled with handmade gifts, live entertainment and seasonal celebrations, all tailored for visitors looking to support local artists while tackling their holiday shop...

11/28/2025

Prolific actor Udo Kier, of ‘My Own Private Idaho,’ ‘Swan Song,’ dies at 81 Find more News at localocnews.com

Prolific actor Udo Kier, who appeared in hundreds of film and TV roles during his nearly six-decade career, has died at the age of 81, according to his family and friends.

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