A number of readers have inquired as to the status of garden soil or landscaped ground following a fire. Burnt soil has obviously lost any mulch that had been present as well as the layer of decomposing organic material or humus just below it. Microbial soil life, from aerobic bacteria to symbiotic mycorrhizae, has also…
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Want to see a magic trick? Watch this: “During 40 of the last 48 days, clean energy exceeded grid demand consumed at a point during the day; compared to only seven days all of last year.” Did you see it? Reality vanished in front of your eyes. Look again. The statement appeared in a news…
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After an unsuccessful bid for the seat in 2022, former Placentia Mayor Rhonda Shader is making another run for California’s 34th Senate District in 2026. Shader, a Republican, said she’s running because she’s seen the impact of state laws on cities and residents and wants to play a role in shaping policy. A longtime North…
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A firm headed by the former leader of the U.S. military’s Joint Special Operations Command has been selected by Los Angeles County officials to conduct an independent review of the evacuation and emergency alert procedures used during the response to January’s Palisades and Eaton fires. The Virginia-based McChrystal Group, founded in 2011 by retired four-star…
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Don’t want to spend much money on Valentine’s Day this year? Here are some ideas to celebrate love without a lot of loot at places around Southern California. North Hollywood: Celebrate Valentine’s Day and create a beautiful LOVE sign perfect for decorating your home or gifting to someone special. All materials will be provided. 2…
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Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Final standings for the Orange County boys basketball leagues in the 2024-25 regular season. Trinity League League Overall Santa Margarita 8-2 22-5 St. John Bosco 8-2 24-4 JSerra 6-4 21-7 Mater Dei 6-4 20-8 Orange Lutheran 2-8 14-14 Servite 0-10 14-14 South…
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Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Final standings for the Orange County girls basketball leagues in the 2024-25 regular season. Trinity League League Overall Mater Dei 6-0 26-2 JSerra 4-2 17-10 Orange Lutheran 1-5 13-11 Santa Margarita 1-5 17-10 South Coast League League Overall San Clemente 8-0 23-5…
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LONG BEACH — The top-ranked Long Beach State men’s volleyball team remained unbeaten and earned a sliver of revenge on Friday night, defeating third-ranked UCLA, 3-1, at the Walter Pyramid in a rematch of their NCAA title match last spring. Skyler Varga had 12 kills and Daniil Hershtynovich had 10 for Long Beach, which won,…
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If you’re in a new relationship, you probably feel excited to share Valentine’s Day with a significant other and are likely eager to express your feelings with a special gift. Choosing a present that pairs well with the time frame you’ve been together leaves the right impression, but it can be challenging to decide on the…
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Which pizza stone is best? Whether you like pineapple or anchovies as a topping, making pizza from scratch is a fun and satisfying way to get your perfect pie every time. It’s also cheaper and usually healthier than pizza delivery or restaurant pizza. While you could just use a regular baking sheet to cook your pizza, using…
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