Building Reading Fluency in Children

Does your child read fluently? How do you know? Read to find out ...

Til Death Do Us Part - When Death Forces the Sale of a Mission Viejo Home

What to do when death forces the sale of a Mission Viejo home? Here's a check list for all Orange County folks facing the sale of a home due to a death.

2012 Democrat Convention Watch Party- Margot Ferron

2012 Democrat Convention Watch Party, Democrat Party

How Much Mission Viejo Residents Really Give Back (As Volunteers)

How Much Do Mission Viejo Residents Really Give Back! (in Volunteer Time)

We Deserve Better Than Lies

Mayor Pro Tem Reardon rightly questioned the honesty of Council Candidate Cathy Schlicht. Since Reardon has often voted with Schlicht, that particular condemnation

Saddleback Football Players Earn More than $1.75 Million in Athletic Scholarships

Thirty football players transferred to a four-year college/university (including six who will play in the PAC-12 Conference), which accounts for more than $1.75 million in scholarships.

Ask The Rabbi: Happy 5,773rd Birthday!

Why the Jewish New Year is in September.

The Only High Holiday Services In Mission Viejo

Jewish High Holidays in Mission Viejo

Locksmith Mission Viejo

Locksmith Mission Viejo has proven to be the most trusted locksmith in Mission Viejo. We can be there the moment you need us.

National Night Out, Neighborhood Watch and the Night Stalker

National Night Out and the Night Stalker reminders of the importance of Mission Viejo's Neighborhood Watch Program.

Yes, There is a Grandparents Day!

Grandparents Day, Sept. 9, 2012 at Norman P. Murray Community Center.

The Benefits of Sports Massage In The Summer

If you find yourself with a sore back after a weekend of fun in the sun, be sure to request a reservation for a Sports Massage at your local Massage Heights Retreat.

Remember M*A*S*H? Star Mike Farrell in Mission Viejo Sunday

On August 26, 2012 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the South Orange County and Canyon Democratic Clubs are sponsoring a fundraiser.

Update: Saddleback College's Newly Remodeled Health Center

The remodeled Saddleback College Student Health Center provides free and low-cost health services, including access to 6 physicians, 5 registered nurses, 2 clinical psychologists, and 8 counselors.

Eat Well, Be Well

Consuming a healthy diet is one of several lifestyle habits that researchers maintain are correlated to a reduced risk of certain types of cancer.

Feed Your Skin: Inside and Out

Healthy skin is your barometer for overall health. Our Heights at Home products top off your healthy skin regimen, and healthy skin means sunscreen – regular and liberal use.

Fairhaven Memorial Service Donates $10K to Mission Hospital

Fairhaven Memorial Services showed its support for Mission Hospital and its dedication to families in South Orange County with a recent contribution.

LIFELINE ANIMAL RESUCE - RICKY IS THE AUGUST DOG OF THE MONTH

RICKY IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOTION Ricky is a 10-year-old German purebred boxer who was turned into the shelter by his owner. This amazing senior boy is so good with people and children.

City Business Cards for Contracted Employees—Unethical?

Is the practice to issue City business cards to Charles Abbott & Associates employees who provide "contract services" lawful? ethical? conflict of interest? or other?

Sibling Rivalry: Toby, the Servant of Trinity

Too often we allow our kids to get away with being unkind, rude, selfish and mean to their siblings. This should not be acceptable to parents.

Lifeline Animal Rescue, Inc.

Lifeline Animal Rescue, Inc. is a 501c3 Non-Profit Corporation based in South Orange County, California. We are an ALL BREED DOG rescue.

Can I Haz Free Stuff?

Today, kids, we’ll take a look at what the word “free” means. There’s been some confusion lately about this...

Obama? Chick-Fil-A? Muslims? Enough!

I disagree with you *does not mean* I hate you. Teach your children to respect difference and diversity.

In God We Trust...Really?

We are told that we should trust God in our times of trouble, but can we really trust Him?

In The Eyes Of The Lord

Look, I got a right to say what I think and that means you can’t poke fun. You do then you’re takin’ away my first amendment and I only got the second left at that point.

Dead Men Tell No Tales

Professor Reinscheid faces 12 years in prison for writing down violent fantasies. But how would you face the violent death of a loved-one?

June and July Recipients of Fairhaven’s Oliver Halsell Caregiver Award Announced

Critical Care Nurse Barry Barnhill and Social Services Director Ruth Dooley recognized with Fairhaven's Oliver Halsell Caregiver Award for contributions to patients, families, caregiver community

The Art of Thinking out Loud

Thinking is most definitely not an art. In one of those rare instances where art imitates life, random thoughts are sometimes welcomed. With straight jackets.

Dropping Your Alarm Monitoring

There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.

How to Protect your Investments in the Current Market?

How to Protect your Investments in the Current Market? Trade one-on-one with a Professional! Register for your FREE consultation at www.AskTradeMentor.com. Act Now! Let’s Make Money Together!

I am THAT Mom

Do unto my neighborhood as you would have me do unto yours.

School Districts, Why Have Two?

Two school districts in one city. I don't get it.

New List of Top-Rated Mission Viejo Nonprofits

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated nonprofits in Mission Viejo, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top-rated nonprofits to give, volunteer, or intern with.

What, Me Blog?

Bloggers are mad. Or so they say. But, surely, you must have something you want to express. A passion in your life

“Songs and Shades of Summer” Spark and Sooth Senior Spirits

Mission Viejo kids play flute, clarinet, guitar, piano, violin and viola for seniors.

Funds Offered to Nonprofits

Here's how to access city money for your nonprofit.

Tips For Cooling Your Home Without Heating Your Budget

Don’t sweat it out this summer!

PatchAPalooza!

Patch invites wannabe bloggers to blog. Occasionally they even meet. Here was exactly one such history-making moment.

Christian Nation: a Counterpoint

"Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?" - Matthew 7:16

Why Good Students Aren't Getting into Top Colleges

The main reason good students aren’t getting into top colleges is that they are not “tagged” and don’t realize what the college considers for an “edge” for admissions.