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CFA Firefighters Recover After Rollover Accident; One Released, Another Transferred to Neuro Rehab

Issue # 0273

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Joshua Tjia
21 Oct

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚒🚑 CFA Firefighters Recover After Rollover Accident; One Released, Another Transferred to Neuro Rehab

🚔 Police Training Exercise at Irvine Spectrum Center on October 21

🏞️🛝 Relax and Refuel at The Layover: Great Park’s New Spot for Parents and Kids Alike

🚆📆 Metrolink Adds 32 Trains to Weekday Schedule Starting October 21

🎶🎤 44 Irvine District Students Selected for SCVA High School Honor Choirs

🩸 Celebrate 13 Years of Lifesaving at UCI Blood Drive

♻️🎨 Recycle Your Leftover Paint This November at OC Waste & Recycling Centers

👩🏻‍🍳🥐 Discover French Baking Secrets with Expert-Led Classes at Irvine Fine Arts

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐈🐈‍⬛ Spill the Kit-Tea: Irvine Animal Care Center Hosts Virtual Cat Reunion on Facebook, October 21-27

⚽️ UC Irvine Men’s Soccer Defeats CSUN 1-0, Secures Second Straight Shutout

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚽️ Victory for the Lasers: Irvine Valley Men's Soccer Secures First OEC Win, Defeats Santiago Canyon 3-1

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈 Beckman Football Edges Kennedy 20-14 in Overtime Thriller, Remains Undefeated

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚔🚨 Police Uncover Brothel in Irvine’s Cypress Village, Arrest Two Men on Sex Trafficking Charges

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

🌟🏪🎉Irvine’s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What did the farmer call the cow that had no milk?

An udder failure.

We hope this joke brings some laughter to your day! 😁

CFA Firefighters Recover After Rollover Accident; One Released, Another Transferred to Neuro Rehab

One of the injured members from the September 19th OCFA Hand Crew rollover accident has been moved from OC Global to Craig Hospital, a renowned neurorehabilitation center in Colorado. A Squad Boss, husband, and new father, he was surrounded by family, friends, and fellow firefighters during the transition. His strength and courage continue to inspire those supporting him. Another injured crew member, recovering at Rancho Los Amigos since October 2nd, has been released and is now home. The OCFA community, including Local 3631 and the Benevolent Association, remains dedicated to supporting all the injured members. Donations are being accepted through the Fallen Firefighter Relief Fund.

Police Training Exercise at Irvine Spectrum Center on October 21

On Monday, October 21, from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., there will be a training exercise at the Irvine Spectrum Center. Expect an increased presence of police vehicles and public safety personnel. The center will be closed during the exercise, and the training area will be clearly marked and staffed with safety personnel.

Relax and Refuel at The Layover: Great Park’s New Spot for Parents and Kids Alike

The Layover at Great Park is a new eatery offering tasty food, free kids' activities, and beverages for adults. It's open on weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing a perfect spot for parents to relax while kids play. Find more details on food, drinks, and activities at cityofirvine.org/thelayover.

Metrolink Adds 32 Trains to Weekday Schedule Starting October 21

Starting October 21, Metrolink is launching a new pilot schedule with a 22% increase in weekday service, adding 32 more trains for a total of 174 daily. This update improves travel flexibility, offering over 225 connections at L.A. Union Station (except IE-OC Line) across Southern California. OCTA will adjust iShuttle schedules starting November 10 to align with the changes. For details and feedback on the new schedule, visit metrolinktrains.com/scheduleupdate.

44 Irvine District Students Selected for SCVA High School Honor Choirs

Forty-four students from Irvine, Portola, and Woodbridge High Schools have been selected to join the prestigious SCVA High School Honor Choirs, the most from any district! These students were chosen from over 500 auditions across Southern California, and will perform in elite choirs at a November concert. Congratulations to all and good luck as they prepare!

Celebrate 13 Years of Lifesaving at UCI Blood Drive

Join the Anniversary Celebration Blood Drive at UCI Health Blood Donor Center – Irvine and help celebrate 13 years of saving lives! Donate and receive a $10 gift card to Chipotle or Mendocino Farms. The event takes place at the Student Center, Room B106 (Level 1). Register in advance here

Recycle Your Leftover Paint This November at OC Waste & Recycling Centers

Recycle leftover paint this November at OC Waste & Recycling’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers.

  • Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM to 3 PM

  • Locations include: Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Irvine, and San Juan Capistrano

Recycling paint helps protect the environment by keeping harmful chemicals out of landfills and waterways. For more details, visit oclandfills.com/PaintCare

Discover French Baking Secrets with Expert-Led Classes at Irvine Fine Arts

Participants can immerse themselves in the art of French home baking with an expert-led class at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. They will learn key techniques, including mastering Pâte à choux to create éclairs, profiteroles, and savory cheese puffs. The class also explores Palets Bretons, traditional buttery cookies from Brittany with a delightful salty-sweet flavor. Whether experienced or new to baking, attendees will enjoy a tasty introduction to French pastries. Sign-ups are available at cityofirvine.org/yourirvine.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. Wed, November 6, 5:00-8:00 PM: Band Spectacular

  2. Thu, November 21, 7:00 - 8:00 PM: Vocal Music Winter Concert

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://timbmusic.org/events/

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. Thu, December 5, 7:00 PM: A Winter Celebration at Big Theater.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2024-25-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

  1. Wed, November 6, 7:00 PM: IUSD Band Spectacular.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.whs-music.org/

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. Wed, October 30, 7:00 PM: IUSD High School Vocal Festival at Portola HS.

  2. Tue, November 5, 1:00 PM: Concordia Treble Chorus Festival, TBD.

  3. Fri, December 6, 7:00 PM: Winter Celebration Concert at WHS Performing Arts Center.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://woodbridgechoirs.weebly.com/calendar.html

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

  1. Tue, October 29, 7:00-9:30 PM: Autumn Serenade

  2. Wed, December 18, 6:00-10:00 PM: IM Winter Concert

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.vimb.info/calendar

Spill the Kit-Tea: Irvine Animal Care Center Hosts Virtual Cat Reunion on Facebook, October 21-27

Join the annual Irvine Animal Care Center Virtual Cat Reunion on Facebook from Monday, October 21 to Sunday, October 27. Cat adopters can share updates, photos, and stories about their furry friends and connect with fellow alumni. If you're not on Facebook, email your cat's updates and photos to [email protected] to be featured on the center's page.

UC Irvine Men’s Soccer Defeats CSUN 1-0, Secures Second Straight Shutout

UC Irvine men's soccer secured a 1-0 victory over CSUN, marking their second consecutive shutout. The 'Eaters took an early lead in the 8th minute when Misael Gonzalez scored off a cross from Brady Treinen. UCI controlled much of the first half, dominating possession and corners. Despite CSUN's attempts to equalize in the second half, UCI's goalkeeper Paul Jing made four key saves, maintaining a shutout streak of 327:35 minutes. UCI is now 6-7-1 overall and tied for fourth in Big West standings. Their next game is against Cal Poly on October 23.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Soccer

  1. Sat, Oct 26: vs Sacramento State, 6:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Sun, Oct 27: vs Long Beach State, 6:00 PM

Men's Water Polo

  1. Sat, Oct 26: vs UC Santa Barbara, 12:00 PM

  2. Sun, Oct 27: vs Pepperdine, 1:00 PM

Men's Basketball

  1. Wed, Oct 30: (Exhibition) vs Vanguard, 7:00 PM

Victory for the Lasers: Irvine Valley Men's Soccer Secures First OEC Win, Defeats Santiago Canyon 3-1

Irvine Valley men's soccer secured their first Orange Empire Conference win with a 3-1 victory over Santiago Canyon. Despite losing six close matches earlier in the season, the Lasers improved to 3-8-1 overall and 1-3-1 in conference play. Cristian Sanchez opened the scoring in the third minute, followed by two goals from Armon Haghighat, with assists from Mason Tracey, Marcio Costa, and Luke Newman. Freshman goalkeeper Josh Simonton played the full match, conceding one goal without needing to make a save.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men's Basketball

  1. Thu, Oct 24: vs Chaffey/San Diego City (Scrimmage), 4:30 PM

Men's Soccer

  1. Tue, Oct 22: vs Golden West, 3:00 PM

  2. Tue, Oct 29: vs Santa Ana, 3:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  1. Fri, Oct 25: vs Saddleback, 3:00 PM

Women's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Oct 25: vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

Beckman Football Edges Kennedy 20-14 in Overtime Thriller, Remains Undefeated

Beckman High School’s football team defeated Kennedy 20-14 in overtime, preserving their undefeated season and moving to 8-0 overall and 3-0 in league. The game was a defensive battle with dramatic moments, including Beckman blocking a field goal to send the game into overtime. In OT, Beckman's Noah Czaykowski intercepted a pass, and his brother Makhi scored the winning touchdown, his third of the game. Beckman shares the league lead with Marina, with their matchup on Nov. 1 possibly deciding the league title. Kennedy's rotating quarterbacks performed well, but Beckman’s resilience prevailed.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With October Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

October 2024  

Thursday, October 24

  • 03:00 PM: Tennis, Girls VR vs. University at Irvine High School Heritage Park

Police Uncover Brothel in Irvine’s Cypress Village, Arrest Two Men on Sex Trafficking Charges

Officers from the Irvine Police Department's Special Investigations Unit (SIU) uncovered a brothel during a warrant search in Cypress Village. Two men, Qiyin Jiaqiyin, 51, of Irvine, and Xiaoming Ding, 36, of Whittier, were arrested for sex trafficking and are now in Orange County Jail. Three victims were offered assistance, and the investigation was initiated thanks to a witness report of suspicious activity.

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