Council Approves Festival Facelift
By Jennifer Erickson | LB Indy
If all goes according to plan, the Festival of Arts will open their 2015 season with a brand new...
Laguna Beach offers fond farewell to Arnold Hano
Arnold Hano wished to be remembered as a writer.
But after his 99 years, Hano was eulogized Saturday for much more than his world-renowned book...
Class Notes
Jogathon Fundraising Kicks Off
Get ready for a knock on the door from students of Top of the World Elementary.
The school is getting ready for...
Pensions Pinch City Pocketbook
Rising employee pension costs are the driving factor behind a projected $2.5 million budget deficit for Laguna Beach by the year 2022.
Judge Upholds Order to Remove Seawall
By Daniel Langhorne, Special to the Independent
An Orange County Superior Court judge recently upheld a cease and desist order from the California Coastal Commission...
Students Sample Their Own Harvest
Citrus trees, herbs, vegetables and flowers in Top of the World Elementary’s outdoor classroom create a popular hands-on learning experience. In addition to horticulture...
Señor Dixon Receives a Special Send Off
Thurston Middle School’s foreign language teacher, Dave Dixon, earned the praise of his peers, named the district’s teacher of the year, the district announced...
Three Performances Set for ‘13’
On three consecutive nights, the LBHS Artists’ Theatre stage will come alive with more than 50 dancers honoring the 2013 graduating class in “13”.”
The...
Artists’ Work/Live Project Stalled Again
A scheduled appeal of a decision approving a hotly debated artists' work/live project on Laguna Canyon Road was put off by the City Council...
Applications Open for Historic Preservation Ordinance Task Force
The City Council is accepting applications for the Historic Preservation Ordinance Task Force.
Darrow’s Arrow
It's often noted there is an obvious resemblance between some owners and their pets.
Lagunita Reveals an Asian-Styled Treasure
Available for the first time since its completion in 2011, the modern, Balinese-inspired residence welcomes is located in the front row of Lagunita, one...
Light, Views and Lux Amenities Infuse Custom Home
This European-inspired custom home captures striking ocean and Newport Harbor views from its sought-after location in Corona del Mar. Residents experience sea views from...
Democrats Vie for Front-runner Status
This story was updated Feb. 2.
None of the eight Democratic congressional candidates running to unseat Rep. Dana Rohrabacher in the 48th District in November...
Council Eyes Improving Downtown Patrols
By Justin Swanson | LB Indy
Laguna Beach’s police department intends to continue its foot patrols of downtown streets and study the effect of the...