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Max Stretton
June 26, 2026

The Orange County Companies Shaping Surf, Food and Lifestyle Culture

Whether it’s surf apparel, fast food or lifestyle brands, these Orange County companies continue to influence how people eat, dress and live.

60th Annual Sawdust Art Festival

Stroll through the sprawling rows of booths filled with handcrafted pieces from local artists. Every summer, the picturesque sawdust-covered hillside transforms into an art-filled oasis with live music, food, art classes, and live demonstrations. Plus, more things to do in O.C. this week.

Hear How Liz Money Helped Turn BÉIS Into a $250 Million Lifestyle Brand on “The Zest”

This week we’re joined by a creative executive who started on the cutting floor at Vera Bradley and quickly rose to work directly with their co-founder. Today, she helps lead BÉIS, the travel and lifestyle brand founded by Shay Mitchell that has grown into a more than $250 million business. She has played a major role in shaping BÉIS into more than just a luggage company—transforming it into an “on-the-go” lifestyle brand known for its strong community, innovative campaigns, and customer-first approach. She’s also been featured in our sister magazine, Los Angeles magazine. Please welcome Liz Money, Senior Vice President of Brand and Creative at BÉIS.

Around O.C.

At least 23 lifeguards secretly recorded in OC locker room, ex-State Parks boss charged, DA says

A former California State Parks superintendent in Orange County has been released on bond after being accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a men's locker room, authorities said.

ABC7 Los Angeles

OC supervisors earmark $500,000 to help residents impacted by Garden Grove chemical threat

Supervisor Nguyen said the county will seek reimbursement from the company for the $500,000 so that it can be restored to her district’s discretionary funds.

Orange County Register

Beloved LA burger spot poised to open first ever Orange County spot

A cult-favorite Los Angeles burger spot appears to be headed behind the Orange Curtain — and it could be bringing more than just smashburgers.

Yahoo News

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