El Modena senior Nikki Vega will attend the prestigious school of acting at NYU this fall. She is pictured here with her grandmother Marilyn Rohm (left), mother Jennifer Vega (right) and younger sister Alexis. For as long as she can remember, Nikki Vega has been involved in the performing arts.... Read More →

A black belt in Kung Fu, William Deaton achieved academic success at Orange High School, earning a 4.65 grade point average and taking all AP classes. At college, he plans to study business so that he can return to Orange to help with his father’s company. An Eagle Scout and... Read More →

Beth Davidson (front) has created an enthusiastic community of artists and patrons at the Dragonfly Shops & Gardens in Old Towne. From left: Libby, Anne, Dani, Lisa and Linda. When Beth Davidson first opened Dragonfly Shops & Gardens five years ago, she envisioned a place where like-minded artists could come... Read More →

Owner Brent Schellhase (left) pictured here with daughter Megan and long time friend and business associate Randy Barnes has specialized in Native American wares for more than two decades. - - - - Matoska Trading Company In business for 21 years, Matoska Trading Company shines... Read More →

A military veteran, Mike Spurgeon is pictured here at the veteran’s memorial at Depot Park. Mike served on the City Council from 1990 to 2000, helping to shape development and preservation in the City of Orange. - - - - Mike Spurgeon A member of... Read More →

Flambé Saganaki Cheese is one of many popular dishes at Citrus City Grille, which has consistently earned fine-dining awards every year since its inception in 2000.  Pictured, proprietor Steve Xenos with server Nicole and bartender Pavlina. - - - - Citrus City Grille Marking its... Read More →

Venerable architect and Old Towne native Leason Pomeroy has announced that he and his partner Al Ricci will be bringing a new tenant, Francoli Italian restaurant, to the former Sir Wicket location.  In his childhood days, Leason used to deliver newspapers for the Orange Daily... Read More →

It takes a dedicated staff to develop and retain loyal clients. From left are Lora Shepherd, Miguel Villagran, Carlos Hernandez, Martin Gonzales, Jose Batista Mendoza, Paul Berkman, Persy Gallardo, Veronica Comeau, and Anbelia Ramirez. - - - - Paul Berkman, Tony Cisneros and Steve Silverstein are... Read More →