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In today's newsletter:

  • What the FDA decided after inspecting a Laguna Hills biotech firm
  • Why a Laguna Hills heart expert says mornings spike your blood pressure

Also on today's calendar: Awakened Lifestyle Expo (Mind, Body, Spirit) and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 68.
  • Thursday: Humid, with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• FDA inspected Unicare Biomedical in Laguna Hills on July 28 (southoctimes.com) — Federal regulators recently inspected Unicare Biomedical, Inc. in Laguna Hills for its work with human cellular, tissue, and gene therapies and found no changes were needed. The routine FDA review, completed July 28, confirms the facility is currently meeting federal standards intended to protect public health.
   

• Cardiologists Reveal Why Blood Pressure Is High in the Morning (prevention.com subscription) — A Laguna Hills-based structural heart specialist helps explain why your blood pressure often runs higher in the morning and how to get the most accurate home readings. Local cardiologists outline how daily rhythms, hormones, and habits affect your numbers, and offer practical tips on when and how to check blood pressure so you can better track long‑term patterns with your doctor.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • PTA Connections Coffee
    Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine, CA 92603
    8:15 am
  • Kinder Meet and Greet
    Valencia Elementary Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    4:00 pm
  • PTA Welcome Back Social
    Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    4:30 pm
  • OXFORD: Coffee w/ the Principal #1-VIRTUAL (Zoom)
    Anaheim Union High School District Anaheim, CA 92803
    6:00 pm
  • Regular City Council Meeting →
    City of Laguna Niguel City Hall Council Chambers - 30111 Crown Valley Parkway Laguna Niguel CA 92677
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 19
  • District Staff Development (No Students)
    Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  • RSM Cares Food Pantry Drive-thru →
    City of Rancho Santa Margarita 30605 Avenida de las Flores, RSM 92688 - Rancho Santa Ma
    2:00 pm
    • Thursday August 20
  • Picture Day - Makeup
    Vista Verde Irvine, CA 92603
  • First Day of School 2026
    Laguna Beach Unified Laguna Beach, CA 92651
  • First Day of School
    Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi, we are a licensed daycare in Laguna Hills and a present have a spot open for infant or toddler .
    We are saving community for 32 years and will continue to serve please visit happyangelshaven.com see my profile some pictures and parent reviews… (Nextdoor Laguna Hills)
  • Friendly reminder for neighbors who see Dr.
    Curtis Siu or Dr. Cecilia Tran: Both doctors have officially moved and are now seeing patients at their new medical office in Laguna Hills. New… (Nextdoor Laguna Hills Estates)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Aliso Viejo. Apply here.
  • JC Resorts, LLC posted a job opening for Housekeeping House Attendant in Laguna Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laguna Hills here.

🗞 Nearby News

Aliso Viejo

  • Family Finds Person Living Under Home Star Photobombs Engagement: CA News (patch.com)
  • OC Aerospace, Tech Companies Report Booming Sales (ocbj.com)
  • Who from South Orange County area's former high school athletes will participate in games on Tuesday, Aug. 18? (southoctimes.com)

Mission Viejo

  • New Guide for Mission Viejo Families: Do TOD Accounts Avoid Probate? (rivertonjournal.com)
  • Book Senior Care Services in Mission Viejo, CA with Maria S. from $25/hr (care.com)
  • Shirley Ann Donn, 91, of Decorah, remembered for faith, family and an adventurous spirit (northiowatoday.com)

Laguna Beach

  • Woman, Teen Found Unresponsive In Laguna Beach Waters (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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