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Max Stretton
July 27, 2026

Meet the Orange County Creator Behind Crabs in a Bucket

Rick Gardner of Orange founded Blue Rondo Games in 2020 while getting his Ph.D. in sociology at UC Irvine. The company is known for the card game Crabs in a Bucket.

Cathy Thomas Cooks Pan-Seared Branzino With Herb and Tomato Salad

Chef Massimo Navarretta of Onotria Wine Country Cuisine shares his recipe for pan-seared branzino with a vibrant herb and tomato salad, plus the philosophy that inspires every dish he creates. Watch the whole video in the article!

Faces of O.C.

The FACE of Spine Neurological Surgery

Dr. Daniel S. Yanni, MD, could be called the spine of Orange County. The foremost board-certified, spine fellowship-trained neurosurgeon in the area, he specializes in getting people back on their feet and thriving.

Around O.C.

Orange County parents demand answers on child cancer cases after California releases new information

Orange County parents demanded more information on child cancer cases after state officials found that there were fewer than 11 cases.

CBS News

At 94, Laguna Beach’s Festival of Arts still bursts with life and creativity

More than 120 artists are displaying their works in a wide array of media at annual Laguna Beach exhibition

Orange County Register

Famed Soup Dumpling Spot Opens Doors In Orange County

Renowned restaurant Din Tai Fung opened its doors in Brea this past weekend. What to know.

Orange County, CA Patch

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