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Residents celebrate Earth Day at Quail Hill event
Hundreds of Irvine residents gathered at the Quail Hill trailhead on April 13 to celebrate the city’s renowned parks and open spaces, enjoying a pancake…
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May 7, 2024
Irvine is among top 10 healthiest U.S. cities
Irvine residents are among the healthiest people in the nation, according to a recent study.
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May 7, 2024
Sierra Vista students win Science Olympiad
Students from Sierra Vista Middle School recently won the state Science Olympiad Championship Tournament – earning the title of Southern …
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May 7, 2024
Handcrafted onigiri at University Center
An ancient Japanese comfort food beloved across the globe is now available at University Center’s Tenori restaurant.
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Food and cocktails at Irvine’s new hidden lounge, Cozy Pine
Diners enjoy a getaway experience at Cozy Pine, the new speakeasy inside Quail Hill’s Bacchus Bar & Bistro.
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OC Music & Dance to open at the Great Park
Orange County Music & Dance, a nonprofit community arts-education school in Irvine, will move to the Great Park in 2026.
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Irvine is among top 10 healthiest U.S. cities
Irvine residents are among the healthiest people in the nation, according to a recent study.
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10 happenings this May
1. Memorial Day ceremony Honor the men and women who have sacrificed their lives in service to our country at…
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Coming Crustaceans
Le Shrimp Ramen Le Shrimp marries the elaborate flavors of Japanese ramen, silky Chinese noodles and the starring ingredient: fresh…
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Handcrafted onigiri at University Center
An ancient Japanese comfort food beloved across the globe is now available at University Center’s Tenori restaurant.
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Irvine gymnast bound for Summer Olympics
Annaliese Dragan of Irvine will vie for a gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics at the Summer Olympics in Paris.
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Irvine sports roundup (May 2024)
Swim teams make a splash Woodbridge High School Woodbridge High swimmers had a day to remember at the recent Spring Meet of Champions at Mt.…
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Two-time league MVP has higher aspirations
Irvine High School senior Alexia Duncan, who’s been swimming since she was 4 years old, hopes to swim the 100-meter backstroke in the 2028 Summer…
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Sports Roundup (April 2024)
Baseball race down to wire Pacific Coast League The Pacific Coast League baseball race could go down to the wire with Northwood, Beckman, Irvine, Woodbridge…
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National ski star is not even in high school yet
Olivia Taleon stars in both half-pipe and slopestyle events, but admits the slopestyle is her favorite because it includes obstacles such as jumps and rails.
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10,000 steps at Mason Regional Park
A 9-acre lake, popular among model sailboaters, is just one of many attractions at the 339-acre William R. Mason Regional Park.
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Celebrate Irvine’s open space
Kick off spring with a community event at Quail Hill Loop Trail.
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Helping you hike
One reason why hiking on The Irvine Ranch is so rewarding is due to the good work of the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, which last year…
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New ways to explore Irvine’s wilderness
Hikers, bikers and picnickers now have new ways to enjoy Irvine’s northern open space crown jewels: over 20,000 acres designated a “Natural Landmark” by state…
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A walker’s paradise
Editor’s note: This is the first of a regular column that shares with readers cool locations in Irvine to log 10,000 steps – the magic…
Master Plan
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The Market Place: Celebrating 35 years
As The Market Place celebrates 35 years, see how it was master planned as a unique live-work-play destination.
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Master-planned success: Irvine voted best OC city
The master-planned city of Irvine has been voted the best city to live in for the eighth consecutive year by Orange County Register readers.
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10 beautiful places in Irvine
Discover the landscapes and architecture that make Irvine uniquely beautiful.
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Study: Beauty lures jobs and boosts home values
When competing for all that cities need to succeed – like brainy residents, good jobs and strong home values – Irvine has a superpower: The…
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Set in motion: How master planning limits traffic and eases commutes
Irvine’s Master Plan prioritizes mobility, making moving in and around town more efficient.
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Irvine’s early attention to infrastructure pays off
Irvine’s smart street system, abundant greenery and ample open space stem from farsighted planning that began more than half a century ago.
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Decade-by-decade: Creating a ‘City of Intellect’
1960: Irvine Company donates 1,000 acres to the University of California to create a new campus: UC Irvine. 1964: President Lyndon B. Johnson officiates at…
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Homes near jobs is Irvine’s priority
The city of Irvine is moving forward with a master plan housing agreement to create new housing within two of Irvine’s economic centers to meet…
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“We have conceived the city of Irvine as a city of villages.” -Irvine Master Plan
The last thing Irvine’s master planners wanted was anonymous look-alike neighborhoods, like those typical of so much of 1960s suburbia. They aimed to design a…
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Sierra Vista students win Science Olympiad
Students from Sierra Vista Middle School recently won the state Science Olympiad Championship Tournament – earning the title of Southern California Science Olympiad Champions for the third consecutive time.
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Students shine at Bren Honors Concert
IUSD students put on a world-class performance and receive a $2 million gift
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UCI launches new generative AI tool
UC Irvine is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to foster collaboration and boost research.
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40th annual Bren Honors Concert is pitch perfect
IUSD students put on a world-class performance and receive a $2 million gift
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IUSD schools named Distinguished Schools
Four Irvine Unified School District schools have earned the state’s highest honor for high-achieving campuses. Jeffrey Trail Middle School, South Lake Middle School, Venado Middle…
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Tech Week 2024 showcases Irvine’s startup success
Irvine continues to be a jobs magnet and hotbed of big dreams, with more than 17,000 companies that include one third of all Fortune 500 firms and more than 1,500 startups, according to the IT firm Tracxn.
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Brewing up a stellar success
The new MoonGoat cafe at UCI Research Park draws a mix of UC Irvine students, workers from the research park’s 90 companies and local families,…
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Barnes & Noble writes a new chapter at Irvine Spectrum Center
Barnes & Noble at Irvine Spectrum Center is making it cool to buy books again.
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2024 game changers
Irvine continues to be a jobs magnet and hotbed of big dreams, with more than 17,000 companies that include one third of all Fortune 500…
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Johanna Faries is Blizzard Entertainment’s new president
Johanna Faries, Blizzard’s pick for its new president, stepped into her job in early February, taking the helm of the multibillion-dollar gaming giant.
Sustainability
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City to establish new preserve
Irvine announced plans to acquire and close the All American Asphalt plant in North Irvine and transform the area into a natural open space preserve.
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Over 1 billion gallons of rainfall captured
The 16 days of rain in January did more than green the hillsides; they also delivered over 1 billion gallons of water to Irvine Lake.
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EV shuttles designed here at home
Irvine-based Karma Automotive has begun offering a service to convert existing commercial vans and buses into electric vehicles, allowing customers to save money and go…
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New institute studies autonomous vehicles
UC Irvine has opened a new research facility aimed at making breakthrough discoveries in zero-emission and autonomous vehicle technology.
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Remove turf to save water and money
Water continues to be a precious resource in California. If you are interested in conserving it while inspiring others to do the same, removing your…
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