Know the Neighbors Articles

Community Leader

91 - Jan/Feb 19

Besides serving as the Mayor of Orange, Mark Murphy works full-time at Hewlett-Packard, sits on the Orange County Transportation Authority Board, and still finds time to occasionally perform on the guitar with other musician friends. - - - - Mark Murphy: Orange City Mayor Born at St.... Read More →

Besides serving as the Mayor of Orange, Mark...

Rick Otto: Orange City Manager

Community Leader

91 - Jan / Feb 19

City Manager Rick Otto was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, but grew up in Fountain Valley. He ultimately moved to Orange, because he always wanted to be a part of the community spirit of Orange. Besides keeping the city financially stable, one of his... Read More →

City Manager Rick Otto was born at St....

Friends Church Orange

90 - Nov / Dec 18

After raising $1.5 million to remodel the old packing house, Pastor Jay Hewitt led Friends Church in a “Renovate Celebrate” event after the congregation’s move three years ago. - - - - Friends Church Orange The historical Orange packing house was once a place... Read More →

After raising $1.5 million to remodel the old...

St. John’s Lutheran Church of Orange

90 - Nov / Dec 18

When Pastor Tim Klinkenberg, pictured in the balcony of St. John’s Lutheran Church, isn’t motivating his congregation at services, he enjoys sunrise bike rides at Santiago Oaks Regional Park. - - - - St. John’s Lutheran Church of Orange When Reverend Tim Klinkenberg attended his brother’s... Read More →

When Pastor Tim Klinkenberg, pictured in the balcony...

St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Catholic Church in Old Towne

90 - Nov / Dec 18

Father Neil Edlin stands in the pews at St. Mary Magdalene. Besides volunteering at Mary’s Kitchen and LivingWell Pregnancy Center with his congregation, Father Edlin hosts a weekly Bible study at the Orange Senior Center. St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Catholic Church in Old Towne... Read More →

Father Neil Edlin stands in the pews at...

Lizeth Ramirez

is Preserving the Past

89 - Sep / Oct 18

Archivist Lizeth Ramirez says she has learned a great deal about Orange history since starting work at the City’s main library 11 years ago. She will participate in “Orange County Archives in Action” November 3, 2018 at Bowers Museum. - - - - Ace ArchivistLibrarian... Read More →

Archivist Lizeth Ramirez says she has learned a...

Byblos Café

88 - Jul / Aug 18

Running Byblos Café is a family affair for the Mahshi family, who have worked together to serve up authentic Mediterranean cuisine in Old Towne since 1989. From left are Tatiana, Tammy with Jayden, Adel, Tasha, Zalfa and Tim. - - - - Byblos Café Diners... Read More →

Running Byblos Café is a family affair for...

Carefree Home Care

88 - Jul / Aug 18

Carefree Home Care focuses on providing high-quality home care that gives clients and their loved ones precious peace of mind. The Carefree team (top row left to right) is Stephanie Rodriguez, Client Services Director; Leslie Wulff, Co-owner and Michelle Tagge, Co-owner. Bottom row pictured are... Read More →

Carefree Home Care focuses on providing high-quality home...

Skin Care by Christina

88 - Jul / Aug 18

Christina Martinez, owner of Skin Care by Christina, creates a serene, mini-getaway for her clients. She works with her customers to maintain healthy, glowing skin. - - - - Skin Care by Christina Christina Martinez’s clients fall asleep when they come see her. She’s thrilled... Read More →

Christina Martinez, owner of Skin Care by Christina,...

Fusion Biotec

Dream Designers

87 - May / Jun 18

Fusion Biotec brings art, science and engineering together to create medical devices. Pictured here are founder and CEO Bruce Sargeant (center) joined by team members Chief Artistic Officer Dave Hines (left) and Chief Commercial Officer Steve Maylish. Fusion Biotec By the time Bruce Sargeant opened... Read More →

Fusion Biotec brings art, science and engineering together...