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Eight OC Firefighters Injured in Rollover Crash on Irvine Freeway

Issue # 0252

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Joshua Tjia
20 Sep

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🚒💥 Eight OC Firefighters Injured in Rollover Crash on Irvine Freeway

🔥 Firefighters Push Through Dangerous Terrain as Blaze Reaches Over 23,500 Acres

🎹🎻 Trio Barclay to Perform Mendelssohn’s Masterpiece and Premiere John Wineglass Work – Oct. 6

🚎🏞️ Discover Art & Nature with Irvine Senior Services: Excursions to Old Towne Orange and Oak Glen This October

🗒️📒 Get Ready for College, Career & Beyond – Don’t Miss IUSD’s Readiness Fair on Oct. 28

🩺 Orange County Urgent Cares Offers Walk-In TB Tests with Fast Results

🌿🌼 Explore How Invasive Plants Are Impacting Native Ecosystems: Join the Seasonal Science Hike on October 3

Join Adult Craft Time: Make Your Own Origami Pumpkins

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🐕🐈 Irvine Animal Care Center Helps 139 Pets Find New Homes in Clear The Shelters Campaign

⚽️ Goalkeepers Shine as UCI Women’s Soccer Battles to 0-0 Draw, CSUN Next at Home

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈 Beckman Football Shuts Out Woodbridge 31-0, Stays Undefeated in Non-League Play

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚙👮 Man Arrested in Irvine After Failing to Return Borrowed Car, Facing Multiple Charges

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

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Eight OC Firefighters Injured in Rollover Crash on Irvine Freeway

Eight Orange County firefighters were injured in a rollover crash on the 241 Freeway in Irvine while returning from battling the Airport Fire. Six firefighters sustained major injuries, and two had minor injuries. The crash occurred when their wildfire crew truck swerved to avoid a ladder in the road, hit a guardrail, and overturned. Seven firefighters were taken to hospitals by ambulance, and one was airlifted. The accident blocked traffic for miles, but no other vehicles were involved. The firefighters were part of the Santiago hand crews, returning after a 12-hour shift. OCFA Chief Brian Fennessy urged the public to keep the firefighters in their thoughts.

Firefighters Push Through Dangerous Terrain as Blaze Reaches Over 23,500 Acres

The Airport Fire has grown to 23,519 acres, affecting both Orange and Riverside Counties. Firefighters on the ground and in the air are working tirelessly to protect the impacted communities, facing challenging and dangerous terrain. Ground crews are focused on extinguishing the flames and mitigating hazards, while aerial support enhances these efforts. Despite the difficulties, crews are determined to keep the fire contained within its current boundaries.

Trio Barclay to Perform Mendelssohn’s Masterpiece and Premiere John Wineglass Work – Oct. 6

Trio Barclay will perform Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor (Op. 49) on Sunday, October 6, at 5 p.m. Featuring Dennis Kim on violin, Jonah Kim on cello, and Sean Kennard on piano, this performance highlights Mendelssohn's lyrical brilliance and emotional depth in one of his most iconic works, blending classical form with Romantic expression. The program also includes the world premiere of a piece by Emmy Award-winning composer John Wineglass.

Discover Art & Nature with Irvine Senior Services: Excursions to Old Towne Orange and Oak Glen This October

Explore Southern California with Irvine Senior Services.

  • On Tuesday, October 15, visit the Hilbert Museum of California Art, shop, and dine in Old Towne Orange from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with Metrolink transportation.

  • Then, on Thursday, October 24, breathe in the mountain air while visiting three historic apple farms in Oak Glen from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with deluxe motor coach transportation.

  • Learn more about these excursions, the Healthy Living Expo, and upcoming classes in the latest e-newsletter.

Get Ready for College, Career & Beyond – Don’t Miss IUSD’s Readiness Fair on Oct. 28

IUSD's College, Career, and Life Readiness Fair is happening on Oct. 28 from 5-7 p.m. at University High School. Attendees can speak with college and university representatives, learn about Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, join interactive workshops, and more. This free event is open to all students, families, and community members, providing valuable tools for college, career, and life readiness. For more info, visit iusd.org/CollegeCareerFair2024.

Orange County Urgent Cares Offers Walk-In TB Tests with Fast Results

For those seeking a quick and reliable TB test in Orange County, FCCMG’s urgent care centers in Irvine, Fountain Valley, and Costa Mesa offer fast and accurate PPD Skin Tests with results available in 48-72 hours. No appointment is necessary, but reservations can be made online to minimize wait times. The test, which costs $50, covers both the procedure and reading, and the centers are open daily with free parking. Serving communities like Irvine, Tustin, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach, these centers provide a 2-step TB skin test and have on-site lab and X-ray facilities for further diagnosis if needed.

Explore How Invasive Plants Are Impacting Native Ecosystems: Join the Seasonal Science Hike on October 3

Join the Seasonal Science Series: Looking at the Impacts of Introduced and Invasive Plants on Thursday, October 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for an educational, slow-paced hike through Bommer Canyon. This interpretive hike will explore the effects of non-native plants on native ecosystems and highlight local restoration efforts. Participants will pass through both restored and untouched habitats, learning about conservation firsthand.

Join Adult Craft Time: Make Your Own Origami Pumpkins

Join an in-person Adult Craft Time at Irvine Heritage Park Library on Wednesday, October 2, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Create origami pumpkins, perfect for decoration or garlands. No registration needed, but supplies are limited.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. Tue, October 8, 7:00-8:00 PM: Vocal Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

  2. Wed, October 9, 7:00-8:30 PM: Instrumental Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

  3. Thu, October 10, 7:00-8:30 PM: Instrumental Music Fall Concert at NHS Theater.

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. Thu & Fri, October 17 & 18, 7:00 PM: Songs & Stories at Big Theater.

  2. 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. Thu, October 17, 7:00 PM: Fall Concert at WHS Performing Arts Center.

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

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

  4. 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

Irvine Animal Care Center Helps 139 Pets Find New Homes in Clear The Shelters Campaign

The Irvine Animal Care Center participated in NBC4 and Telemundo52’s 10th annual Clear The Shelters campaign from August 10 to September 9. Adoption fees for small animals were waived, and dogs/puppies and cats/kittens were just $20. Thanks to the community, 139 animals—32 dogs, 104 cats, and 3 small animals—found new homes. The event was a great success, with staff and volunteers excited to help match pets with their new families.

#IrvineAnimalCareCenter #ClearTheShelters #SupportLocalAnimals #IrvineAnimals #WeAreIrvine

Goalkeepers Shine as UCI Women’s Soccer Battles to 0-0 Draw, CSUN Next at Home

UC Irvine women's soccer played UC San Diego to a 0-0 draw in their Big West opener at Triton Soccer Stadium. Both goalkeepers were key, stopping nine shots combined, with UCI’s Ashley Naylor matching her season-high with five saves. This marks the third consecutive season these teams have ended in a draw and the second straight scoreless match. UCSD dominated late with seven of the match's final eight shots, but UCI also had several close chances. UC Irvine will host CSUN on Sunday, September 29 at 1:00 PM for Senior Day, celebrating 13 graduating players.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 20: vs Alumni, 3:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 21: vs Utah Tech, 6:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 28: vs San Diego State, 6:00 PM

Women's Soccer

  • Tue, Sep 24: vs East Los Angeles, 3:00 PM

  • Sun, Sep 29: vs CSUN, 1:00 PM

Men's Water Polo

  • Fri, Sep 27: vs California, 1:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 28: vs Stanford, 12:00 PM

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women’s Soccer

  1. Tue, Sep 24: vs East Los Angeles, 3:00 PM

Women's Volleyball

  1. Fri, Sep 20: vs Riverside, 6:00 PM

  2. Fri, Sep 27: vs Golden West, 6:00 PM

Beckman Football Shuts Out Woodbridge 31-0, Stays Undefeated in Non-League Play

Beckman High School football secured a 31-0 shutout victory over Woodbridge, ending non-league play with a perfect 5-0 record. Beckman dominated the first half, leading 17-0, highlighted by Zak Hazboun’s fumble recovery and a field goal by Gui DeLuca. Noah Nam threw for 142 yards, while Drexel Gibson added two rushing touchdowns in the third quarter. Beckman's defense held Woodbridge to just 130 total yards, with Aydrien Garcia rushing for 80 yards for Woodbridge. Both teams will have a bye week before league play, with Woodbridge facing Portola and Beckman playing Fullerton.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With September Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

September 2024

Friday, September 20 

  • 07:00 PM: Football, VR vs. Kennedy/La Palma at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 07:00 PM: Traditional Competitive Cheer VR vs. Kennedy/La Palma at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, September 23

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

  • 03:30 PM: Flag Football, Girls VR vs. Laguna Beach at Irvine High School Stadium

  • 04:00 PM: Golf, Girls VR vs. Laguna Beach at Oak Creek Golf Course

Friday, September 27  

  • Water Polo, Boys VR - S&R Tournament at Woolett Pool

Saturday, September 28

  • Water Polo, Boys VR - S&R Tournament at Woolett Pool

Monday, September 30

  • 04:00 PM: Golf, Girls VR vs. Portola at Oak Creek Golf Course

Man Arrested in Irvine After Failing to Return Borrowed Car, Facing Multiple Charges

A man reported that his friend had borrowed his car but hadn’t returned it. The car was found on Pendio, and when officers arrived, the friend returned carrying stolen packages. The suspect, Lawrance Barry Plummer, 39, of Costa Mesa, gave multiple fake names. He was arrested and booked on two warrants, along with charges for burglary, providing false information, and narcotics. The car owner chose not to file a stolen vehicle report.

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