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of Michael Cecconi and Maryam Zahedi

113 - Jan / Feb 23

Washed by landscape lighting at dusk, the large windows of the living/dining area open to the park-like front yard that serves as a forecourt to the house. Built in 1953 on the edge of Old Towne’s historic district, the home of Michael Cecconi and Maryam... Read More →

Washed by landscape lighting at dusk, the large...

Essraa Nawar

Leatherby Libraries Diversity & Development Librarian Chair

113 - Jan / Feb 23

Essraa Nawar Since childhood, Essraa Nawar’s curious nature has caused her to ask many questions. The answers to those queries have allowed her to see the world through a kaleidoscope lens. For the Chapman University Leatherby Libraries Diversity and Development Librarian Chair, this view has... Read More →

Essraa Nawar Since childhood, Essraa Nawar’s curious nature...

Orange City Fire Department, Station No. 1

Only the Finest in Orange

112 - Nov / Dec 22

In the 1960’s, Orange City Fire Department’s Station No. 1 was considered a state-of-the-art facility. The two-story building had the newest architectural flares, a central location and every child’s favorite feature, the fireman’s pole. In recent years, however, the building required seismic modifications. The cost... Read More →

In the 1960’s, Orange City Fire Department’s Station...

A Crowing Achievement for those who Aspire!

Miss Orange Scholarship Pageant

112 - Nov / Dec 22

Miss Orange Scholarship Pageant For more than 85 years, Miss Orange has been the face of the city. Starting in 2023, her presence will be more pervasive with some changes in the Miss Orange Scholarship Pageant. The community-based program is open to young women ages... Read More →

Miss Orange Scholarship Pageant For more than 85...

Rotary International's First Female President

Celebrated in Orange

112 - Nov / Dec 22

When Pat Buttress first moved to Orange in 1976, she kept hearing about the value of joining the Orange Rotary Club. Her demanding schedule as a public affairs professional prevented her from investigating further, but she faced an even greater obstacle. “I was female and... Read More →

When Pat Buttress first moved to Orange in...

Roxanne Greitz Miller, EdD

Dean of Attallah College of Educational Studies

112 - Nov / Dec 22

Roxanne Greitz Miller, EdD Roxanne Greitz Miller decided she wanted to be a teacher her senior year of high school. While in elementary and middle school, Chapman University’s Dean of Attallah College of Educational Studies had been science starved. She saw teaching as a way... Read More →

Roxanne Greitz Miller, EdD Roxanne Greitz Miller decided...

Ojai Burger

A Food Lovers' Haven!

111 - Sep / Oct 23

Ojai Burger business partners Michael Wu and Chikage Ozaki (left), General Manager Patrick Nguyen (center) and partners Takeshi Ozaki and Carl Tong showcase the variety of entrees, desserts and drinks available on their menu. The restaurant’s logo pays homage to two locations it drew inspiration... Read More →

Ojai Burger business partners Michael Wu and Chikage...

A Fabulous Century

at Immanuel Lutheran Church

111 - Sep / Oct 22

Immanuel Lutheran Church A little more than 100 years ago, there was just one Lutheran Church in the southeast quadrant of Old Towne Orange. That would change in 1922 when a faction of parishioners left St. John’s to start Immanuel Lutheran Church at 802 East... Read More →

Immanuel Lutheran Church A little more than 100...

Another Fine Home Tour in Old Towne Orange

Historic Home Tour - Sat & Sun, Oct 8 & 9, 2022

111 - Sep / Oct 22

Some of Old Towne’s most fascinating structures from the last century will be on full display when the Historic Home Tour returns after an extended absence. “Old Towne Preservation Association (OTPA) holds the home tour as a fundraiser to support our mission to protect, preserve... Read More →

Some of Old Towne’s most fascinating structures from...

Chief Rick Gonzalez

Chief of Chapman University Public Safety

111 - Sep / Oct 22

Chief Rick Gonzalez As Chief of Chapman University Public Safety, Rick Gonzalez knows his job entails more than keeping the campus secure. Of equal importance is making the university feel safe to the students, faculty and staff. “In order for students to thrive at Chapman,... Read More →

Chief Rick Gonzalez As Chief of Chapman University...