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Keep Your Family Safe Around Water This Spring Break: Tips from OC Fire Authority

Issue # 0131

Author

Joshua Tjia
29 Mar

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

🧬🔬UC Irvine Scientists Uncover Enzymes Key to Cancer Mutation, Paving Way for Targeted Treatments

🚮🚛 Irvine Secures New Waste Management Contract, Promises Lower Rates and Enhanced Services

🚧🌳 Breaking Ground: The Jeffrey Open Space Trail Bridge Project Begins

🎺🏆 Juhan Lee Shatters Records: Youngest Ever to Win U.S. National Trumpet Competition

🏑 Women's Hockey Clinic Returns: Mark Your Calendars for April 7th

💦🛟 Keep Your Family Safe Around Water This Spring Break: Tips from OC Fire Authority

🏥🩺 UCI Health Welcomes New Patients Following Major Hospital Expansion

🚶‍♀️🚴 Explore Irvine’s Hidden Gems: Register Now for a Day of Self-Guided Hiking and Biking

👩🏻‍🍳🥣 Learn How to Bake Perfect French Macarons: Register for April 9 Workshop

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

🏃🐕 Lace Up for Irvine's Virtual 5K: Fitness, Fun, and Furry Friends

🎾 UC Irvine's Andy Nguyen Clinches Big West Men's Tennis Player of the Week After Stellar Performance

⚾️ Anteaters Clinch Thrilling 10-9 Victory Over LMU in Nail-Biting 11th Inning Finish

🏀🏐🎾⚾ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

🏀 IVC’s Makena Tomlinson Secures All-State Second Team Honors in Sophomore Basketball Season

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

⚾ Northwood Secures Sweeping Victory Over Laguna Hills, Dominates Pacific Coast League Standings

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

👮🛍️ Irvine Police Crack Down on Teen Shoplifting Spree, Recover $3,000 in Stolen Goods

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

Why did the Easter egg hide?

Because he was a little chicken!

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

UC Irvine Scientists Uncover Enzymes Key to Cancer Mutation, Paving Way for Targeted Treatments

Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have discovered that the enzymes APOBEC3A and APOBEC3B play a crucial role in causing mutations in cancer by altering DNA in tumor genomes. This finding, published in Nature Communications, highlights a new potential target for cancer treatment strategies. The study shows these enzymes modify DNA in specific ways, leading to mutations that can contribute to cancer progression, drug resistance, and metastasis. By understanding the distinct mutations caused by each enzyme, researchers aim to develop therapies to prevent these mutations. The team, including members from UCI, Harvard, USC, UT San Antonio, and the University of Minnesota, used innovative methods to distinguish the DNA sequences affected by each enzyme, paving the way for targeted cancer treatments. This research is supported by various grants, including from the NIH, CIRM, EMBO, CPRIT, and the National Cancer Institute, and utilizes UCI's Genomics Research and Technology Hub.

Irvine Secures New Waste Management Contract, Promises Lower Rates and Enhanced Services

Irvine has a new waste contract with WM starting April 1, offering lower rates for residential low-waste generators and seniors, a bulky item pickup, and a valet service for those with disabilities. Rates will stay low until July 1, 2025, keeping Irvine's fees among the lowest in Orange County. Compostable and paper bags can now be used in green recycling carts. More info at cityofirvine.org/sb1383.

#WeAreIrvine

Breaking Ground: The Jeffrey Open Space Trail Bridge Project Begins

Construction began on the Jeffrey Open Space Trail (JOST) Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Project, aiming to connect the trail from Barranca to I-5. The bridge will be around 1,200 feet long and 15 feet wide, expected to open by early 2026 after about two years of construction. More info at cityofirvine.org.

#WeAreIrvine #JeffreyOpenSpaceTrail #JOST

Juhan Lee Shatters Records: Youngest Ever to Win U.S. National Trumpet Competition

Juhan (Tony) Lee, a sixth-grader from Santiago Elementary School, became the youngest winner of the U.S. National Trumpet Competition (Junior Division) in Houston this month. Starting the trumpet at eight under Professor Matthew Kim, he quickly excelled, winning the New York International Music Competition in his first year and continuing to garner top prizes, including at the New York Masters International Competition. Juhan was a guest artist at the 2021 Seoul International S&C Rising Star Concert, received a special award at the 2022 International Trumpet Guild Conference, and served as principal in prestigious junior bands and orchestras, including the San Diego Youth Symphony. He debuted as a soloist at Carnegie Hall at 10 and won competitions leading to performances with major orchestras. Next year, he'll join the Orange County School of the Arts. Congratulations to Juhan and Professor Kim on an impressive early career.

Women's Hockey Clinic Returns: Mark Your Calendars for April 7th

The Women's Hockey Clinic returns to the Rinks on Sunday, April 7th at 10am. Open to all skill levels, especially rookies and novices. Great opportunity to join the women's league and meet teammates.

#rollerhockey #womenshockey

Keep Your Family Safe Around Water This Spring Break: Tips from OC Fire Authority

During your Spring Break activities, remember the ABCs from OC Fire Authority for water safety:

A for Active Adult Supervision (watch kids closely, no solo swimming, check water first if someone's missing)

B for Barriers (secure fencing around pools/spas, use gates, alarms, covers, ensure gates are self-closing and secure)

C for Classes (take swimming and CPR lessons, educate on water safety, enter water feet first). More info at ocfa.org.

UCI Health Welcomes New Patients Following Major Hospital Expansion

UCI Health has expanded its community reach by acquiring four regional hospitals, warmly welcoming new patients to their growing family. They are committed to a smooth transition, exceptional care, and are ready to address initial questions. UCI Health looks forward to improving health services and appreciates patience during this integration phase. More details are available at ucihealth.org/welcome.

Explore Irvine’s Hidden Gems: Register Now for a Day of Self-Guided Hiking and Biking

Irvine’s southern Open Space Preserve offers self-guided hiking and biking on April 12 from 8 am to 1 pm, including trails usually reserved for guided activities. Registration is mandatory. Parking is available at Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp (limited due to construction) and possibly at other nearby locations. For questions or more info, email [email protected]. Register at bit.ly/3vGXSpE.

Learn How to Bake Perfect French Macarons: Register for April 9 Workshop

Join the French Baking: Macarons workshop at Irvine Fine Arts Center on April 9 to learn how to make French macarons. This hands-on class covers everything from making meringue to various fillings and improving your piping skills for perfect macaron shells. Register online at yourirvine.org to enhance your baking skills.

Upcoming Northwood High School’s Music Calendar

  1. May 11, 2024: Instrumental Music Awards

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

Upcoming University High School's Choirs Calendar

  1. May 2 & 3: Broadway Rocks! at 7:00 PM.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.uhschoirs.org/2023-24-season.html

Upcoming Woodbridge High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for March.

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

Upcoming Woodbridge High School’s Vocal Music Calendar

  1. April 16th, 7 PM: IUSD Honors Concert

  2. May 31st, 7 PM: Broadway Rocks Concert

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Music Calendar

No events scheduled for March.

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

Upcoming Irvine High School's Choral Calendar

  1. April 1st - 5th, 2024: TBD.

  2. Tues, April 16, 7:00 PM: IUSD Honors Concert (Selected Members) at OCPAC.

  3. Wed, April 17, 6:30 PM: 8th Grade Parent Night at IHS Gym.

  4. TBD: Aliso Women’s Festival (Canta Bella) - Location TBD.

  5. Wed, April 17, All day: Forum Festival (Concert Chorale, Chorale & Viva Cantar) at Knott’s Berry Farm.

  6. Wed, April 26, 6:00 PM: SPUR Awards (Chordinated Chaos) at IHS Theater.

  7. Tues & Wed, May 28 & 29, 3:30-6:30 PM: Dress rehearsal “Voices” (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  8. Thurs.- Sat, May 30-June 1, 7:00 PM: Voices 2024 (All Choirs) at IHS Theater.

  9. Wed, June 5, 7:00 PM: Heritage Awards (Chorale) at IHS Gym.

For the latest updates or additional details, please visit https://www.ihschoralmusic.org/calendar.html

Lace Up for Irvine's Virtual 5K: Fitness, Fun, and Furry Friends

Join the Irvine Animal Care Center's Virtual 5K from April 1-30! Register to get your medal and certificate, and you can even sign up your pet for a special medal. Complete the 5K at your pace, anywhere you like. Share your progress with #IrvineAnimals5K. Support a great cause and have fun. Register at irvineanimals.org/5k.

UC Irvine's Andy Nguyen Clinches Big West Men's Tennis Player of the Week After Stellar Performance

Andy Nguyen, a freshman at UC Irvine, was named The Big West Men's Tennis Player of the Week for his role in the team's 4-3 victory over Gonzaga. Nguyen's win at No. 4 singles contributed to his team's lead and marked his third straight-set win in recent matches, bringing his season record to 7-3. Despite a doubles loss, Nguyen and his partner have shown consistency throughout the season. This award is Nguyen's first and the second for UC Irvine this year. The team is set to begin Big West play against UC Davis.

Anteaters Clinch Thrilling 10-9 Victory Over LMU in Nail-Biting 11th Inning Finish

In a thrilling 11th inning finish, the Anteaters secured a 10-9 victory over LMU at Page Stadium, highlighted by a game-saving play at home plate. Despite LMU's comeback efforts, including a near-tie in the 11th inning, the Anteaters' defense held strong. UCI led early and faced multiple ties, but key hits and strategic plays, including a two-run homer by Jo Oyama and a go-ahead double by Anthony Martinez, kept them ahead. The game saw contributions from 11 pitchers, with standout performances by David Vizcaino and Michael Pirrello, the latter earning his second win. Dante Zamudio marked his Division I debut with a save. The match, lasting over four hours, was UCI's longest since 2022. With this win, improving to 19-3, UCI now looks forward to a series in Hawai'i.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Men's Volleyball

  1. Sat, Mar 30: vs CSUN, 6:00 PM

Men's Track & Field

  1. Fri, Mar 29: vs Vince O'Boyle Track & Field Classic, All Day

  2. Sat, Mar 30: vs Vince O'Boyle Track & Field Classic, All Day

Women's Track & Field

  1. Fri, Mar 29: vs Vince O'Boyle Track & Field Classic, All Day

  2. Sat, Mar 30: vs Vince O'Boyle Track & Field Classic, All Day

IVC’s Makena Tomlinson Secures All-State Second Team Honors in Sophomore Basketball Season

Makena Tomlinson, a sophomore from Irvine Valley College, was named to the all-state second team for her outstanding performance in women's basketball. Averaging 12.1 points and 10.1 rebounds per game with a 51.6% field goal percentage, Tomlinson played a key role in the Lasers' 21-8 season record, their second-place finish in the Orange Empire Conference (12-2), and their advancement to the So. Cal. Regional Playoffs. Notably, she scored double figures in 22 games, surpassed 20 points in three games, and achieved a season-high 30 points against Fullerton. Additionally, Tomlinson recorded 10 or more rebounds in 17 games, with a season-high of 16 rebounds in a win over Fullerton.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Men’s Volleyball

  1. Fri, Mar 29: vs Golden West *, 6:00 PM

Northwood Secures Sweeping Victory Over Laguna Hills, Dominates Pacific Coast League Standings

  • Northwood vs. Laguna Hills: Northwood (10-3-1, 9-2-1) swept Laguna Hills with a 4-0 win. Paul Grossman led with a one-hit, six-strikeout performance over six innings. Grossman and Jordan Kim were key hitters, contributing to Northwood's eight hits and fourth consecutive victory. Laguna Hills (6-9, 4-8) managed only one hit by Hayden Yoast.

  • Woodbridge vs. Portola: Woodbridge (10-5, 7-5) defeated Portola 9-4, with Jake Haruki driving in four runs. The win places Woodbridge third in the Pacific Coast League.

  • Fullerton vs. Troy: Fullerton (12-5-1, 2-0) won 8-1 against Troy in the Freeway League, with Miguel Velasquez hitting a home run. The teams will play again in a non-league game at the Halo Classic.

  • Buena Park vs. La Habra: Buena Park (14-1, 2-0) won 1-0 against La Habra, extending their winning streak to 12 games. Manuel Rivera pitched a complete game shutout.

  • Villa Park vs. Cypress: Villa Park (11-7) won 2-1 against Cypress with a walk-off double by Jacob Sandoval.

  • Ryan Lemmon Tournament: The start has been delayed to Monday due to expected rain, with games originally scheduled for Saturday canceled. The tournament may face further adjustments depending on weather and field conditions.

High School Athletics Calendar -

** Updated With February Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

March 2024

Friday, 29

  • 3:30 PM - Baseball, VR vs. University at Irvine High School Baseball Field

Irvine Police Crack Down on Teen Shoplifting Spree, Recover $3,000 in Stolen Goods

On March 22 around 3 p.m., Irvine Police Department (IPD) officers, monitoring shopping centers for organized distraction thefts, observed a suspicious group near HomeGoods. This group, consisting of two males and two females, attempted to conceal their vehicle's license plate before heading to the Irvine Spectrum, where they were stopped by the police. A search revealed a stolen wallet and a device for decoding credit card information. The wallet's owner had lost it at HomeGoods, but her credit cards remained unused. Surveillance footage showed the group's failed attempt to steal another wallet. The individuals, identified as Maria Beltran (52), Thonson Yeamier Gomezbarreto (32), Laidy Viviana Moraleon (36), and William Alberto Melomontenegro (38), were arrested for burglary, conspiracy, grand theft, and possessing identity theft tools.

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