OC Deputies Convicted + Stores Raise $10K + Summer Trolley's Back

It's Thursday, June 24 in Orange County, and with it comes June Gloom, a stubborn high-pressure system lingering above Southern California and a summer of fun in the works.

Thursday's Weather:

Clouds give way to a sunny day inland on Thursday, with a high of 79 degrees and a low of 61 degrees.

High tide Thursday is at 10:34 a.m. at 3.87 feet. Low tide will be at 3:06 p.m. at 2 feet.

Sunrise is at 5:43 a.m. and sunset will be at 8:06 p.m.

Patch Pick: The pandemic may have squandered Laguna Beach’s June LGBTQ+ pride celebrations, but that won’t stop the revelry. Organizers this week announced “Laguna Beach's own Pride! 365” fun will persist all summer long. (More via Patch)

Here are 5 of Orange County's top news stories of the day:

1. Twin brothers who worked as Orange County Sheriff’s deputies pleaded guilty this week to submitting fraudulent military orders to take leave from work without using vacation days. (More on Patch)
2. Crown Ace Hardware stores across Orange County joined forces this month to raise over $10,000 for Autism by the Sea, a nonprofit organization that helps support and educate the families of children with autism. (More on Patch)
3. This summer, Laguna Beach's free trolley service will return seven days a week. (More on Patch)
4. A swarm of bees attacked several people in Fountain Valley on Tuesday, badly injuring two patients who were taken to a hospital for treatment. Eric Licas tells the story. (Orange County Register)
5. A grand jury last week released a report highlighting several security flaws in Orange County Jails, including the need for a block wall to replace a fence between the Theo Lacy jail facility and the vacant Orange County Animal Shelter. Ben Brazil tells the story. (Los Angeles Times)

Featured Events To Get You Through To The Weekend:

Come see the July 4th Patriotic, Home-Decorating Contest 2021 - Mission Viejo

Friday, June 25 at 2 p.m. Fourth Of July Patriotic, Home-Decorating Contest

• Submission deadline: Friday, June 25, 2021 - 2 p.m.
• Judging: Sunday & Monday, June 27-28, 2021
• Winners announced: Thursday, July 1, 2021

Residences, Mission Viejo, CA
Click here for more.

FEATURED EVENT:

The Laramie Project, Saturday, June 26 TWO DAYS ONLY! JUNE 26-27, 2021 STREAMING ON DEMAND The Laramie Project by Moises Kaufman and Members of Tectonic Theater Project

TICKETS AVAILABLE at www.broadwayondemand.com.
Click here for more.

Featured Event: 3 Community Garage Sale on 6/26/2021 Saturday, June 26 at 7 a.m.

3 Community Garage Sale put on by Kathy Kennedy Realty One Group West on 6/26/21

Come find new Treasures at our Annual 3 Community Garage Sale, with Over 20 Signups there will Be Plenty to Choose From!

3 communities are joining in Start at 6 Talega in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Cross-Streets, Banderas and Arroyo Vista Click here for more

FEATURED EVENT: Independence Day 'Run for Fun Race' 2021: La Palma Saturday, June 26 at 9 a.m.

Independence Day La Palma Virtual Run for Fun Race
Through Sunday, July 4, 2021 - Run/walk anytime/anywhere

• Registration deadline: Thursday, July 1, 2021

Virtual via City of La Palma, CA
Click here for more.

FEATURED EVENT: Rattlesnake Avoidance Training for Dogs Saturday, June 26 at 9 a.m.

• The people who designed THIS system are Biologists!
• Your dog will get it in 20 minutes or less (depending on the breed)!
• Your dog has a magnificent vomeronasal system; take advantage of this great gift!
• Our team is made up of herpetologists, biologists and dog trainers; there is simply Click here for more.

Featured Event: Fuchsia Show & Sale 2021: The Sherman, Corona Del Mar Saturday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Fuchsia Show & Sale Saturday & Sunday, June 26 & 27, 2021-10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, CA

Click here for more.

FEATURED EVENT: Stars & Stripes Summer Family Photos 2021: Laguna Niguel Saturday, June 26 at noon

Stars and Stripes Summer Family Photos

Saturday & Sunday, June 26- 27, 2021 - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
City Hall, 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA
Click here for more.

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