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Heidi Deal

Heidi Deal is the author of the Newcomers Handbook to Living In Los Angeles & Orange County, and a children’s book author specializing in history and human rights. When she's not writing you can find her solo hiking and going on new adventures with her kids and pup.

Taste of Orange County Events

Taste events are premier food, drink, and music festivals that offer attendees the opportunity to sample a variety of food and drinks from participating local businesses and vendors. Throughout the year, Orange County host a long list of Taste events in various cities that support different causes. Here are some of the annual Taste of …

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Wildfires in Orange County

Orange County, California is well-known for many reasons, including its beautiful coastline, year-round sunshine, and popular attractions, but the area also faces seasonal wildfire risk. From fast-moving brush fires to large-scale wildfires, fires have played a significant role in shaping the OC’s landscape and safety planning. Here’s everything you should know about fires in Orange …

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Orange County Earthquakes

Orange County, California is famous for its beaches, theme parks, and coastal lifestyle, but it’s also known for being in the middle of a pretty active earthquake zone. Earthquakes here are usually small, but if you live in the area, you’ve probably experienced some significant shaking. Here’s a guide to earthquakes in Orange County, including …

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5Ks, 10ks, Half Marathons, Fun Runs, Turkey Trots & More

Orange County hosts family fun runs, Turkey Trots, 5Ks and full marathons all year long. Whether you’re looking for a challenge, like the OC Marathon, or a fun way to get kids excited about fitness, like the annual Dino Dash, we’ve got a list of events for every season. Find your next race today. Find …

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