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UCI to Open First All-Electric Acute Care Hospital in the U.S. in Irvine

Issue # 0477

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Joshua Tjia
02 Sep

In this Irvine Insider Issue . . .

😁 Laugh Of The Day

🌤️ Irvine Weather

☀️💧 Stay Hydrated: Heat Advisory Covers Inland Orange County and Beyond

🚔 High-Visibility Enforcement Conducted in University Area

🚧🚲 Progress Continues on Jeffrey Open Space Trail Pedestrian Bridge

🍞🥪 Mendocino Farms Opens at The Market Place September 15

🚌📚 Back to School Transportation and Sport Safety Tips

🏥💡 UCI to Open First All-Electric Acute Care Hospital in the U.S. in Irvine

🌳🥾 Explore Irvine Open Space Preserve at Sunset – Sep 4

🎻🎶 From Tchaikovsky to Rachmaninoff: Pacific Symphony’s September Highlights

🎼🎼 Upcoming High School Music Calendar

☀️🐕 Spot the Signs: Protecting Pets from Heat Stroke

🤽🏻‍♂️Anteaters Men’s Water Polo Finishes UCI Invitational 4-0

🏀🏐🎾⚽️ UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

⚽️ Irvine Valley Women’s Soccer Defeats Grossmont 8–1

🏀🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

🏈 Crean Lutheran Football Rolls Past St. Pius X, Improves to 2-0

🏈🎾 High School Athletics Calendar

🚓 Irvine Police Arrest Suspect in Vehicle Burglary Near Main and Siglo

🍏🥭🍑 Local Farmers Markets

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

📅📅 Lots of Local Events

📞💡 Useful Contact Information

What’s faster, heat or cold?

Heat, because you can catch a cold!

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

Stay Hydrated: Heat Advisory Covers Inland Orange County and Beyond

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from 10 AM Monday to 5 PM Tuesday for the Inland Empire, San Diego Valleys, Orange County Inland, and the Santa Ana Mountains. The City of Irvine is reminding residents to stay hydrated, keep cool, and take precautions during the heat.

High-Visibility Enforcement Conducted in University Area

In response to community concerns, Irvine Police Traffic officers conducted a High-Visibility Enforcement (HVE) operation along Jamboree Road between Barranca Parkway and Campus Drive and near Westpark Elementary.

  • Officers issued 40 citations, with the most common violations including cell phone use while driving, red light infractions, and speeding.

Progress Continues on Jeffrey Open Space Trail Pedestrian Bridge

Work is progressing on the new JOST Bicycle & Pedestrian Bridge over the I-5, with the concrete superstructure now complete. Temporary beams and forms will soon be removed, requiring overnight closures from September 8–26 between 9 p.m.–7 a.m.

Here’s what to expect the first week:

  • September 8–9: Northbound & southbound I-5 lane closures

  • September 10–11: Southbound Jeffrey Rd. off-ramp & southbound I-5 lane closures

  • September 12–13: Full closure of southbound I-5 from Culver Dr. to Jeffrey Rd.

Mendocino Farms Opens at The Market Place September 15

Mendocino Farms will open its new location at The Market Place on September 15. To celebrate, the restaurant is offering a special reward through its My Mendo program.

  • Free Entrée Offer: Receive a free entrée with purchase when you sign up for a My Mendo account.

  • Sign-Up Deadline: Create an account and select OC – The Market Place as your favorite location by September 14 at 11:59 PM.

  • Already a Member? Update your favorite location to OC – The Market Place to qualify.

  • Reward Availability: The free entrée reward will appear in your account on opening day and remain valid for two weeks.

Back to School Transportation and Sport Safety Tips

Here are some tips and safety reminders to help keep kids safe this school year.

  • Sports Readiness: Annual physicals help athletes stay healthy, prevent injuries, and manage conditions like asthma or allergies. Share action plans with school staff.

  • Getting to School Safely:

    • Buses with seat belts are safest.

    • Helmets are a must for bikes; e-bike riders must take IUSD/IPD safety training.

    • Expect heavy traffic—drive slowly, plan extra time, and avoid distractions.

UCI to Open First All-Electric Acute Care Hospital in the U.S. in Irvine

UCI Health — Irvine, scheduled to open in December 2025, will be the nation’s first all-electric acute care hospital. The seven-story, 144-bed facility is designed with sustainability, advanced medical technology, and expanded care services in mind.

  • Location & Design: Built adjacent to the San Joaquin Marsh, with outdoor terraces, gardens, and patient-centered spaces.

  • Sustainability: 100% electric hospital targeting LEED Platinum certification, with solar-powered features.

  • Clinical Services: Includes a 20-room emergency department, 18 operating rooms on a surgical “megafloor,” and a specialized oncology unit offering cellular therapies.

  • Technology: Equipped with AI-assisted MRIs, mobile-based medical records, video communication tools, and remote monitoring systems.

  • Staff & Team Support: Collaboration areas for care teams and wellness rooms for staff.

  • Campus Integration: Completes the UCI Health medical complex, joining the existing cancer and advanced care centers.

Explore Irvine Open Space Preserve at Sunset – Sep 4

Join a guided evening hike in the Irvine Open Space Preserve on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 6–7:30 p.m. 

  • The 3.5-mile round trip up to Loma Ridge (450 ft elevation gain) offers scenic views, rock formations, and native plants.

  • Bring water, proper shoes, a red-tinted flashlight.

From Tchaikovsky to Rachmaninoff: Pacific Symphony’s September Highlights

Pacific Symphony is set for a vibrant September lineup, featuring both grand performances and community concerts across Orange County. Here’s what’s coming up:

We will resume with the high school music calendar events when the schedule is available for the fall semester.

Spot the Signs: Protecting Pets from Heat Stroke

On warm days, our furry friends can overheat much faster than we realize. Unlike people, dogs can’t sweat to cool down; they rely mostly on panting. When their body temperature rises too high, it can quickly turn into heat stroke—a serious, sometimes life-threatening emergency. Here are some warning signs and tips for care.

Symptoms:

  • Rapid, heavy panting

  • Sticky or unusual gum color

  • Weakness, confusion, or collapse

  • Seizures in severe cases

Care Tips:

  • Move your dog into a shaded, cool spot

  • Pour cool (not cold) water on head, belly, and paws

  • Use a fan or AC to help cooling

  • Do not cover with wet towels or use ice

  • Get immediate veterinary care for proper treatment

Anteaters Men’s Water Polo Finishes UCI Invitational 4-0

No. 7 UC Irvine men’s water polo rolled past Concordia, 21-7, to finish the UCI Invitational 4-0.

  • Samuel Otta and Ethan Spoon led with four goals each, while Jack Stevens and Cole Francisco added three apiece.

  • Goalie Zayd Mahmoud made nine saves as the Anteaters shot 55% and dominated on power plays.

  • Next up: Cal Lutheran and Redlands at the Inland Empire Classic on Sept. 6.

UCI Anteaters Upcoming Home Games

Women’s Volleyball

  • Thu, Sep 4 – vs Colorado vs Fresno State, 3:30 PM

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Colorado vs Penn, 4:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Fresno State, 7:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 6 – vs Penn vs Fresno State, 1:00 PM

  • Sat, Sep 6 – vs Colorado, 5:00 PM

  • Sun, Sep 7 – vs Penn, 12:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs New Hampshire, 6:00 PM

  • Mon, Sep 8 – vs Cornell, 4:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Sun, Sep 7 – vs Northern Arizona, 1:00 PM

Irvine Valley Women’s Soccer Defeats Grossmont 8–1

Irvine Valley women’s soccer improved to 2-0 with an 8–1 victory over Grossmont.

  • Kuuipo Laumatia, Bella Vaglienty, and Nikki MacDonald each scored twice, while Megan Beal and Jenna Hannum added goals.

  • The Lasers led 5–0 at halftime and have now outscored opponents 17–1 through two matches.

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS 

Women’s Volleyball

  • Wed, Sep 3 – vs Mt. San Antonio, 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 5 – vs Alumni, 6:00 PM

  • Fri, Sep 26 – vs Orange Coast, 6:00 PM

Men’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 12 – vs San Diego Mesa, 2:00 PM

  • Tue, Sep 5 – vs Cuyamaca, 4:00 PM

  • Tue, Sep 26 – vs Orange Coast, 3:00 PM

Women’s Soccer

  • Fri, Sep 26 – vs East Los Angeles, 1:00 PM

Crean Lutheran Football Rolls Past St. Pius X, Improves to 2-0

Crean Lutheran football improved to 2-0 with a 42-10 win over St. Pius X.

  • Bryce Coleman led the charge with 203 rushing yards, three touchdowns, a TD pass, and an interception.

  • QB Caden Jones added 313 passing yards, two TD throws, a rushing score, and even caught a touchdown.

  • Caleb Bey and Taiga Takada contributed offensively, while the defense tallied five sacks and held St. Pius scoreless until late.

  • Special teams stayed sharp with perfect PATs and strong field position.

  • Up next, the Saints host Capo Valley (2-0) in the first regular-season matchup between head coach Rick Curtis and his son, Sean.

High School Athletics Calendar

** Updated With September Schedule

Upcoming Irvine High School’s Varsity home games:

September 2025

Thursday, September 5

  • Girls Volleyball – 7:15 PM vs. Portola at Irvine High School Game Gym

Friday, September 6

  • Traditional Competitive Cheer – 7:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

  • Football – 7:00 PM vs. Woodbridge at Irvine High School Stadium

Monday, September 9

  • Girls Flag Football – 6:00 PM vs. Sage Hill at Irvine High School Stadium

Irvine Police Arrest Suspect in Vehicle Burglary Near Main and Siglo

Irvine police investigated a vehicle burglary near Main and Siglo and arrested 47-year-old Johnny Viloria of Santa Ana. He was found with narcotics, stolen property, access cards, and burglary tools, and was booked into the Orange County Jail.

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