Restored 1974 Jeep CJ5 Lifeguard Tribute Passes On
Mendez rebuilt a 1974 Jeep CJ5 once used by Laguna Beach Lifeguards. He funded the project with $12,500 from 300 veteran guards, painting it bright yellow using a 1973 Laguna photo, and dedicating it to Chief Bruce Baird. The vehicle toured Huntington Beach for the Regional Lifeguard Competition and sparked memories of camaraderie and lifesaving moments.
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Laguna Beach lifeguard jeeps donated to youth program
Laguna Beach Lifeguards alumni Al Mendez Jon Brick Dale Ghere and Rob Patterson donated vintage yellow Jeeps to Chief Kevin Snow and Captain Tom Trager. Trager recalls growing up with the Jeeps and says the gesture reinforces brotherhood mentorship and belonging for the Junior Lifeguards, linking current youths to a storied history.
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Xylem Rays and Light in Laguna Art Museum Exhibition
Laguna Art Museum showcases Kristin Leachman Xylem Rays with 60 works inspired by nature. Phillip K. Smith’s Bent Parallel immersive light room opens with talks Friday. Helen Pashgian’s translucent sculptures discussed Saturday with Peter Blake. Da Vinci lectures by Martin Kemp in Irvine and Laguna show Mona Lisa insights. Main Beach installation by Smith runs through Nov 6, free.
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Newport man linked to rooftop jump at harbor pool
Prosecutors say Armer entered Newport Towers in Newport Beach on October 6 and climbed to the roof before jumping into the harbor below. Laguna Beach police arrested him October 26 as Long Beach detectives investigated videos shared by witnesses and reviewed by authorities.
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