Parker outlines welfare reform and private solutions
Parker discusses her seven years in and out of welfare and a decade in social policy as a consultant and conservative activist. She argues welfare reform, tax cuts, school vouchers, and private organizations can better assist the poor, criticizing government dependence and praising private work like Laura's House.
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Finding peace after daughter's death by Jessica Peralta
Star Parker of San Clemente recounts her grief after her daughter Rachel Parker died at 14 from acute ethanol intoxication in Irvine. She recalls their bond, book tours and travels, and finds peace in faith while considering a new book to help others coping with loss.
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Community volunteers named Read/Orange tutors and CASA mentors
San Clemente resident Sean Tellier is certified as a READ/Orange County volunteer literacy tutor after completing training to help adults who struggle with reading. Eugene Hallinan also completed 30 hours and joins CASA volunteers mentoring abused children in the dependency system.
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Budget crisis looms as state seeks 15 billion bailout bond
San Clemente officials warn of looming fiscal peril if California cannot pass a 15 billion bailout bond in March. Mayor Ritschel and City Manager Scarborough urge state cuts while Councilman Eggleston warns a $2.3 million local revenue hit could wipe out most reserves if the bond fails. Officials stress long term cuts and careful budgeting ahead of July 1. The AP contributed.
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Lighting plan for park lights moves to City Council
Commissioners endorsed Musco lighting after a two hour discussion and sent the proposal to the City Council for a likely January 6 vote. Residents from Marblehead Inland and Shorecliffs raised concerns about noise traffic glare and light intrusion from a second lighted sports field near San Gorgonio Park.
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