Rohrabacher At Capitol + Havin' A Heatwave + OC Is Open For Biz

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Orange County residents, here are the stories we're looking at on Wednesday morning. Lots of good is happening across the county today. California's economy has officially reopened, with restrictions now up to business owners. Still, there were troublesome thefts. Anaheim Police looking for catalytic converter thieves. A lost man in Irvine was found, officials say.

In other news...

Wednesday's Orange County Weather will be partly cloudy with 85 degrees for a high temperature, and low of 67. There is a slight 2 percent chance of rain.

Orange County's sun and Surf Report:

Sunrise Wednesday will be at 5:41 a.m. and sunset will be at 8:04 p.m.

High tide on Wednesday is at 3:59 p.m. at 3.81 feet. Low tide is at 8:37 a.m. at .13 feet.

Patch Pick: Former 48th District Congressman Dana Rohrabacher admits to protesting at the Capitol building on Jan. 6. (More on Patch).

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

1. Orange County is reopened though herd immunity has yet to be attained, and a gap in vaccination persists. Spencer Custodio explains. (Voice of OC).
2. More than 30 brown pelicans have been attacked and devastatingly injured by an unknown assailant from San Clemente to Huntington Beach, according to the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center. (ABC7).
3. Avid reading is attributed to the success of the Huntington Beach students who have made it to the round of 74 in the national competition. (More on Patch).
4. A group suspected of stealing catalytic converters from Anaheim cars is on the loose in Orange County, police say. (More on Patch).
5. Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott donates $40 million to Cal State Fullerton. (OC Register).

Featured Events To Get You Through To The Weekend:

Reducing California’s Fire Risk - Symposium: Thursday, June 17 at 2 p.m. Fire season used to be seasonal; it is now year-round, increasingly deadly and incredibly costly. The US Green Building Council-L.A. (USGBC-LA) is hosting this event free to bring together the sustainability, green building, and fire prevention communities to jointly address wildfire resilience across California.

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FEATURED EVENT: Co-Parenting During & After Divorce – Irvine, CA ~ No-Cost Friday, June 18 at noon. About this event: Are you separated, divorced, considering divorce, or in the process of divorce? Please join us for a special evening intended to help you and your family set new expectations and boundaries.

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FEATURED EVENT: A Great Evening of Outdoor Theater in Newport Beach! Friday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Join us outdoors at 7 p.m. in Newport Beach, Friday, June 18 and Saturday, June 19 at the beautiful Pelican Courtyard (124 Tustin Avenue - just one block from PCH) when Emmy nominated producer/director Pamela Peak and The On Impulse Actors fill the summer evening with wonderful serio-comedy (lighter drama with a touch of comedy).

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9/11 Never Forget Mobile Museum and Train Rides Saturday, June 19 at 9 a.m.

Welcomed around the nation, from the Black Hills of South Dakota to the Tennessee State Fairgrounds, the memorial provides interactive education; including artifacts such as steel beams from the towers, documentary videos, and recordings of first responder radio transmissions. Interactive guided tours are carried out by FDNY firefighters who provide firsthand accounts of the day and its aftermath.

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Carnivorous Plant Show & Sale 2021: The Sherman, Corona Del Mar Saturday, June 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Carnivorous Plant Show & Sale Saturday & Sunday, June 19 & 20, 2021 - 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sherman Library & Gardens,2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, CA

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Summerfest, Carnival, Music & Fireworks 2021: Fountain Valley Saturday, June 19 at 2 p.m.

Fountain Valley Summerfest 2021
Thursday, June 17 - Sunday, June 20, 2021
Click here for more.

See more on the Orange County calendar!

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