By Editor By Chris Isidore, CNN Money | More than a dozen members of Congress were defeated on Tuesday night. But taxpayers will still have to keep sending most of them checks. Members of Congress are eligible for a pension after just five … Continue reading →
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Monthly Archives: November 2014
Fullerton events for Sunday! November 9
By mmclaughlin Get the most of your last weekend day with these things to do in town: 8am-1pm: At Big’s Fullerton get all you can eat Brunch with regular drink purchase for $12.99, or for $21.99 with Bloody Mary bar or mimosas. Or try their all you can eat pancakes for $8. 10am: Want to create your own day? See what […] …read more
Source:: Inside Fullerton
Taxpayer-funded voodoo dolls
By Editor This year’s Wastebook proves once again just how wasteful government can be by identifying how $25 billion dollars was spent on outlandish projects. It’s no wonder a majority of the public thinks government wastes 51 cents of every dollar spent. … Continue reading →
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Fullerton events for Saturday! November 8
By mmclaughlin Welcome to the weekend. There’s lovely weather for great things to do in town today: 9am: Head to Fullerton Arboretum for Yoga in the Garden. Connect with nature and your spirit as you practice yoga in their beautiful garden setting. Music, spare mats, and snacks are provided. $13/members $15/nonmembers. 9:30am: Head to the Ruby Gerontology Center at Cal State Fullerton […] …read more
Source:: Inside Fullerton
Rep. Royce Welcomes Flying Tigers to Capitol Hill
The photo exhibit “Salute to WWII Flying Tigers in China” will be on display in the Capitol Hill Rayburn Foyer on November 13-14, 2014. This exhibition depicts the historical events of the Flying Tigers in some 200 photos in 48 free standing retractable banners. The exhibit is open to the public and media, and is free to attend.
U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-CA), Chairman of House Foreign Affairs Committee, welcomes the exhibition to Capitol Hill and is currently working on a House Resolution honoring the Flying Tigers achievements during WWII.
“The outstanding gallantry that the Flying Tigers displayed during WWII is a source of tremendous pride throughout America and is a highlight of U.S.-China relations,” said Rep. Royce. “I encourage all to attend this exhibition for the brave pilots and technicians that were willing to sacrifice everything in the name of freedom.”
“Flying Tigers” is the name for the American Volunteer Groups (AVG), China Air Task Force (CATF) and the Fourteenth Army Air Force (14th AAF), all of which were under the command of United States Army Lieutenant General Claire L. Chennault during the World War II campaign to defend China against invading Japanese forces. The Flying Tigers are notable for their …read more
Source:: U.S. Rep. Ed Royce
The 2014 Fullerton Elections, Wha’ Happen?
By fullertonrag Since everyone is still asking, here are the results of the November 4 election… Elections on Tuesday brought us more of the same at home, and a big difference in Sacramento. At home, incumbent Doug Chaffee and Greg Sebourn were both re-elected to the two open seats on the Fullerton City Council Here are the numbers […]
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Source:: Fullerton Rag
Fullerton City Hall is closed today for another three-day weekend
By Editor City Hall Closure Dates in 2014 January – 1, 3, 17, 20, 31 February – 14, 17, 28 March – 14, 28 April – 11, 25 May – 9, 23, 26 June – 6, 20 July – 4, 18 August … Continue reading →
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Fullerton’s Troy earns the #13 spot on a list of the 25 best public high schools in the U.S.
By Editor School data site Niche.com just released its list of the 100 best public high schools in America, and Fullerton’s Troy High School ranks #13. Among California’s public high schools Troy ranks #2. Niche ranks over 100,000 schools based on 27 million reviews … Continue reading →
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Fullerton events for Friday! November 7
By bulate All day: City Hall will be closed. 12pm: Spectacles Improv Engine offers an improv class at STAGEStheatre for $10. 1-2pm: The Fullerton Library will host Stitch Niche – Needle Arts in the Teen Area. The library invites you to relax and enjoy the company of fellow fiber fanatics while working on your unfinished masterpiece, ask for advice or simply talk about your knitting/ crocheting. 2pm: Need […] …read more
Source:: Inside Fullerton
Aveda Save Synergy Event at the Fullerton Arboretum
By admin Below are photos from the event Aveda at Fullerton Arboretum …read more
Source:: Fullerton Arboretum