Candidate Statement: Stan Dziecielski for Santa Margarita Water District

The electrical/instrumentation technician at the SMWD wants to take a seat on the board.

Candidate Statement: Chuck Gibson for Santa Margarita Water District

Chuck Gibson is hoping to become a board member for the Santa Margarita Water District.

A Big Day on the Campaign Trail

The incumbents and the man they're running in tandem with get another endorsement for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Incumbents Receive Endorsement from OC Register

The newspaper endorses the status quo, and gives a nod to an impressive newcomer.

Today Is the Last Day for Early Voting in RSM

Don't want to wait until Nov. 6 to cast your ballot? You can vote in Rancho Santa Margarita today at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center.

RSM Man Thanks Cops Who Saved Him

Roberto Saldivar meets those who saved his life, and Rancho Santa Margarita gives a commendation to the quick-acting O.C. Sheriff deputies whose CPR made the difference between living and dying.

Candidates Tackle the Issues, Occasionally Each Other

For the second night in a row, Rancho Santa Margarita City Council candidates meet. Hrabik brings a new dynamic to the discussion and the intensity level rises.

O.C. Supes OK 65-Home Development in Trabuco Canyon

Despite the objections of dozens who claim it will ruin the rural nature of the area, a developer gets the OK to develop 114 acres as Saddle Crest. Bill Campbell says he had to balance rights of property owner with county's official plan.

Council Candidates Throw Out First Pitch

Rancho Santa Margarita candidates for City Council talk local economy, Chiquita Ridge and some contentious local history on Monday. Public personalities begin to emerge. Hrabik's a no-show.

Carol Gamble, Candidate for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita

A founder and one of the city's original council members in 2000, Gamble seeks election after serving as an appointee for the past 17 months.

Heroic Deputies Honored by City for Making A Difference

Four Orange County Sheriff Deputies are praised for their 'quick actions and excellent judgment' that prevented a man from jumping off a bridge in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Operation Help-A-Hero Gets an Attaboy

Volunteer organization is commended for its role in making a return to Camp Pendleton more pleasant for combat-weary Marines.

2/5 Marines Return 'With Honor'

Operation Help-A-Hero and Rancho Santa Margarita's adopted Marines from Camp Pendleton are recognized by City Council. Lt. Col. Jason Perry offers a stirring update.

Support For Petrilla, No Support For His Agenda Item

Gone since April with the National Guard in Afghanistan, Jesse Petrilla returned to City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita amid hearty applause and a commendation, but his desire to make a statement about Prop 30 was met with silence.

Candidates Face Each Other Again Tonight

On the heels of a forum in which they had to think on their feet, City Council candidates will talk about a wide range of subjects that they've already prepped for at the Community Associations of Rancho forum.

Kenney Hrabik, Candidate for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita

Owner of Dove Canyon Courtyard hopes to win four-year seat in his first election bid; he will have to beat an incumbent to do so.

Tony Beall, Candidate for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita

Beall is coming off a second consecutive term as mayor, the first in city history to hold the title in back-to-back years.

Larry McCook, Candidate for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita

McCook, 71, hopes to build upon the 4,000-plus votes from the 2010 election to win the two-year term.

McGirr Runs on the Platform of Community Service

Brad McGirr says the city doesn't have major issues, but wants to serve the community because that's who he is. The planning commissioner gets emotional several times.

Cervantez Manages as the Center of Attention

Business leaders came out to meet new city manager Jennifer Cervantez, who has been on the job for just over two months.

City Survey Reveals Exceptional Numbers

With a plus or minus 4.9 percent margin of error, a recent survey shows residents have a high level of satisfaction with Rancho Santa Margarita, ranging from services to performance of city and government employees.

Patriot Day Celebration Today at Park

The city honors the military and first responders with interactive activities for kids, adults.

Hrabik's Candidate Statement Challenged; Judge Agrees

A judge rules that a phrase in Kenney Hrabik's candidate statement for City Council in Rancho Santa Margarita was false. It's another tough moment for the aspiring businessman.

“Own the Night!”—Summer Reading Program for Teens

“Between the Covers”—Summer Reading Program for Adults

Meet the Mayor via RSM Chamber of Commerce

RSM Resident John Webb for Congress

Pawliday Adoption Event

Photos with Santa

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Marines Ooo-Rah! Car Wash

Latvian Prime Minister Visits RSM

Forever Friends for Free - pet adoptions

RSM Business Growth Day

RSM Business Growth Day

RSM Business Growth Day

Low-cost Pet Vaccination Clinic

City Council Applies the Heat After Attending the Fete

Former Councilman Neil Blais was honored at a pre-meeting reception, and then council members asked some tough questions about 911 response and a colleague's imminent departure.

Planning Commission Meeting

Photo with Santa!