Deep-Sea Discovery + Huntington TikTok Birthday Bust+ Dunes Opens

It's Wednesday! mid-week! and another glorious morning to you in Orange County. Here's a quick news brief to get you up to date.

Did you wake up early enough—and were the skies clear enough— to see the Super Flower Blood Moon in the wee hours of Wednesday morning? Though it's a long name, the "flower moon" means that the full moon appears in May, however it was quite cool to witness. The Super Flower Blood Moon: Lunar Eclipse was the biggest and brightest of 2021.

A community continues to mourn 6-year-old Aiden Leos, shot to death during a road-rage incident on the 55 Freeway. Orange County Supervisors have added to the reward money leading to arrest and conviction, amounting now at $150,000.

In other news...

Wednesday's Weather Report:

A warming trend continues Wednesday with highs of 75 degrees and lows of 61.

On Wednesday, high tide will be at 10:32 a.m at 4.1 feet, and low tide will be at 3:24 p.m. at 1.57 feet. A second high tide will be at 9:41 p.m. at 6.86 feet.

Sunrise is at 5:45 a.m. and the sun will set at 7:55 p.m.

Patch Pick: A TikTok birthday party invitation led to 2,500 guests and hundreds of arrests at an out-of-control gathering in Huntington Beach. Taylor Lorenz explains. (nytimes.com).

Here are the top 5 stories in Orange County today.

1. Something strange has slithered onto the San Clemente shoreline. Yet another deep-sea creature was found on the shore near Linda Lane Park, as Laylan Connelly tells us. (OC Register).
2. An Anaheim man was arrested in connection with a group that came from across Southern California and randomly attacked Jewish people in LA. (More on Patch).
3. The famed Mexican restaurant El Torito in Irvine is switching to Sol Mexican Cocina this fall. Anne Valdespino tells us about what Sol is bringing to the table. (OC Register)
4. Newport Beach area Congresswoman Michelle Steel is working to put an end to Anti Asian and Pacific Islander hate. (More on Patch)
5. San Clemente will be building a new chamber at the second story of their city hall, city council members recently approved the plans. Erkya Forquer reports (San Clemente Times).
6. Newport Beach's Newport Dunes Water Park will reopen on Saturday, May 29. (More on Patch).

Featured Events to look forward to this week:

1. Orange County Trivia with Robin Rockey: Wednesday, May 26 at 6:00 pm

Join us for an interactive, virtual Orange County trivia game with author Robin Rockey and discover 100 Things to Do in Orange County! Rockey, author of 100 Things to Do In Orange County Before You Die. Click here for more.

2.Wacoal Fit for the Cure Event on 5/27 at Nordstrom Irvine : Thursday, May 27 at 10:00 am

This spring, more than 590 Fit for the Cure events are taking place in stores across the United States and Canada. To keep everyone safe, Wacoal Fit Experts will be offering Touch-Free bra consultations rather than hands-on fittings at these events. Developed using decades of fit experience, these Touch-Free bra consultations will help women find their correct size. Click here for more.

3. Family Autism Event, Thursday, May 27 at 5:00 pm

Join us for a special event that provides a sensitive environment for children on the autism spectrum, as well as children with disabilities, and their families. With the help of our Community Play Partners, and Pretend Citys experienced and educated team, discover different activities while exploring the museum and learning to interact with peers. FOR: Neurodiverse children, their family, teachers, coaches: Click here for more.

4. Community Garage Sale this Sat 5/15/2021 Starting up 7am Saturday, May 29 at 7:00 am

Come find new Treasures at our Annual 2 Community Garage Sale, with Over 12 Signups there will Be Plenty to Choose From!Three communities are joining in Start at 12 Calle Estero, and 11 Pasto Rico, Rancho Santa Margarita, CAPlease be sure to wear masks when coming to Garage Sales Please.

See more on the Orange County calendar!

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~Ashley

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