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52 - Jul / Aug 12

When Kim VanDerHoek won a poster contest in kindergarten and received art supplies as her reward, she stifled disappointment over not getting a trophy like the second place winner. In retrospect, she realizes the oil pastels and watercolors were an excellent choice for a budding artist. “The... Read More →

When Kim VanDerHoek won a poster contest in kindergarten and...

Dr. Tom Campbell

52 - Jul / Aug 12

Dr. Tom Campbell Growing up in Chicago in the 1950s under the watchful eye of seven older siblings, parents and a grandmother, Chapman’s Dean of the Law School, Tom Campbell, counts himself blessed many times over. “My home life consisted of a nurturing environment focused... Read More →

Dr. Tom Campbell Growing up in Chicago in...

PM Romero

52 - Jul / Aug 12

Band members Ishmael Herring (left) and PM Romero (right) have been busy recording their debut release, The Great Recession, at PM’s studio in Old Towne. Their band, known as William Pilgrim and the All Grows Up, is also showcased in a new music video that was filmed... Read More →

Band members Ishmael Herring (left) and PM Romero...

Bright Electric

52 - Jul / Aug 12

Owner of Bright Electric, Mark Bright (center) specializes in electrical projects for historic home renovations. He is pictured here with two of his electricians, Raul (left) and Anthony (right). With a name like Bright, what better profession to pursue than becoming an electrician? Owner of Bright Electric,... Read More →

Owner of Bright Electric, Mark Bright (center) specializes in...

Cross Design & Construction

52 - July / August 12

General contractor Mike Williams recently completed a historic home renovation on North Grand. His company, Cross Design & Construction, also handles additions and new-home builds. Growing up in Orange, general contractor Mike Williams acquired an appreciation for old things at an early age, spending a lot of... Read More →

General contractor Mike Williams recently completed a historic...

Jadtec Security

52 - July / August 12

Based in Orange, Jadtec Security Services provides monitoring services for residential and commercial clients. Pictured above are (from right) Jadtec Vice President, Kelly Webber, Account Executive, Carol Brooks and President John Lusty. Based at 1520 West Yale Avenue, Jadtec Security Services has deep roots in Orange. What started as a computer business in... Read More →

Based in Orange, Jadtec Security Services provides monitoring services for residential...

SunSpark Yoga

52 - July / August 12

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building in Old Towne, where owners Ernie and Stacey Schuerman (pictured above) have transformed the space into a dedicated yoga studio featuring earth-friendly bamboo floors and a cadre of Alliance-certified yoga instructors. Always dreaming of owning their own yoga... Read More →

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building...

Chapman University Economic Forecast Update

52 - Jul / Aug 12

In the January/February issue of the Plaza Review, we reported the findings of the 34th annual 2012 Chapman University Economic Forecast Update. The recently-released June 2012 Economic & Business Review covering the U.S., California and Orange County economic forecasts for 2012-13, revealed that for the... Read More →

In the January/February issue of the Plaza Review,...

Orange Ambassadors

52 - Jul / Aug 12

As Miss City of Orange 2012, Megan Wisler enjoys dispelling stereotypes. “Many people wonder if I was a toddler in a tiara, but they quickly see that isn’t the case when they talk to me,” she says. “I love it when they realize that beauty... Read More →

As Miss City of Orange 2012, Megan Wisler...

Chuck & Sheila Walstead

Moderne Family

51 - May / Jun 12

Homeowners Sheila and Chuck Walstead relax in their front yard on East Palm while daughter Soleil and son Levi peddle by on a classic Schwinn tandem bicycle. One of the few example of Streamline Moderne architecture in Orange County, the residence was built in 1938... Read More →

Homeowners Sheila and Chuck Walstead relax in their...