Join us in partnership with OC United Way for an exciting summer experience at the Youth Career Connections Summer Career & Life Prep Academy!
📆Date: June 16 - July 10
⏰Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Tuesdays – Fridays
📍Location: Fullerton College, 321 E. Chapman Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92832
🏫The Youth Career Connections Summer Career & Life Prep Academy is open to all current middle school students (7th-8th) and high school students (9th-11th) attending a school in the districts of Anaheim Union, Fullerton Joint Union, Brea-Olinda and Placentia-Yorba Linda.
📣The program features guest speakers from local businesses and organizations, career prep workshops, and industry site visits. These workshops are designed to help you build essential skills for future careers, part-time jobs, and internships. The program also provides opportunities to tour companies, improve interview skills, and explore various career fields.
💲Students will earn a certificate and a $250 scholarship upon completion.
💻To apply, visit ocuw.to/summer-career
Deadline to apply: May 29th at 11:59pm
Magnetic stripe‑only EBT cards were deactivated on April 19, 2026. You must replace your magnetic stripe‑only card with a chip/tap-enabled EBT card to continue accessing benefits.
Residents who already have chip/tapenabled EBT cards do not need to take further action. Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and SUN Bucks magnetic-stripe EBT cards will not be affected.
To request a replacement, please call the EBT Helpline at (877) 328‑9677, visit Benefitscal.com or ebtedge.com, or contact your local Social Services Agency office in person or by phone at (800) 281‑9799
The County of Orange is committed to engaging our community. To achieve this, we invite you to actively participate by applying to serve on one of the following Fourth District Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
🍊Animal Care Community Outreach Committee�🍊Assessment Appeals Board No. 5�🍊Developing Processing Review Committee�🍊Orange County Historical Commission�🍊Orange County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee (Must be a current or former IHSS recipient to qualify)�🍊Orange County Older Adults Advisory Commission�🍊Orange County Cemetery District
These advisory bodies have a crucial role in shaping the policies, services, and initiatives at the County. By being appointed to one of the vacant positions, you can contribute your expertise, perspectives, and ideas to make Orange County an even better place to live, work, and play.
Visit cob.oc.gov/boards-commissions-committees
Office Ambassador Paulette Chaffee attended the grand opening of Uptown Burger Co. located in Fullerton. One of Uptown Burger’s main missions is to provide customers with quality ingredients to keep the food fresh and full of flavor. From handcrafted burgers to house-made lemonade, they are dedicated to delivering top-notch quality to customers. Congratulations to Uptown Burger Co. for their new Fullerton location, I wish you continued success in your future. Welcome to the Fourth District!
A few words from our very own Dr. Veronica Kelley with @supervisorchaffee at the 2026 Mental Health Awareness Gala in support of improving behavioral health in our community.
Office Ambassador Paulette Chaffee attended the North Orange County Regional Occupational Program (NOCROP) awards ceremony.
High school students across the North Orange County area were recognized for their outstanding performance in various career technical education programs.
Congratulations to all of the hardworking students and their well-deserved recognition!
Office Ambassador Paulette Chaffee attended the grand opening of Mila’s Kitchen Hawaii’s new location in the Brea Mall.
Mila’s Kitchen strives to offer customers an immersive experience to celebrate Hawaiian food and culture. Using fresh ingredients, local favorites and Hawaiian classics are brought together to embrace the chef’s cultural heritage. Alongside the rich culinary experiences, Mila’s Kitchen offers classes and adult workshops, such as lei making, island swirl decorating, and Ohe Kapala. These creative workshops share and explore the cultural heritage of Native Hawaiians. Mila’s Kitchen is the perfect spot for customers looking for an authentic and immersive experience.
Congratulations on your new milestone, and welcome to the Fourth District!
Yesterday Office Ambassador Paulette Chaffee attended the grand opening of Azure Apartments, an 89-unit supportive housing community located in Anaheim.
Individuals will be provided with wraparound services onsite to support their journey to housing stability including intensive case management services, community gardens, computer labs, and other community facilities. It was great to see the transformation of a once forgotten motel into a new and bright future for the Anaheim community.
Congratulations to Linc Housing, American Family Housing, and the City of Anaheim on this amazing accomplishment!
I attended the Spring Showcase for the CSUF Community Health Ambassador Program (CHAP). ��CHAP was funded and launched by my office in collaboration with CSUF, and provides students an opportunity to make real policy changes to Public Health in the City of Stanton. It was great seeing the students projects progress from their first showcase and the innovation they have spearheaded. ��Thank you to the CSUF Public Health Faculty and students for your dedication to making our community healthier.
Office Ambassador Paulette Chaffee attended the Fullerton School District's Ribbon Cutting for the grand opening of the new Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) at Parks Junior High.
The new space features basketball and volleyball courts, spectator seating, and a performance stage. The ARC will help students grow in their artistic and athletic passions.
Congratulations to the Fullerton School District, Parks Junior High Staff, Teachers, and Students on this new vibrant space and I look forward to its ability in expanding opportunities in activity and connection.
Apply today to be the Fourth District Representative for the Orange County Cemetery District Board!
The Orange County Cemetery District is an independent special district of Orange County whose mission is to provide affordable interment services for County residents and taxpayers and we strive to maintain the beauty and dignity of the grounds while preserving their historical and cultural value for the benefit of all. The major functions of the trustees are to set policy, define goals and objectives, adopt rules and regulations, and act as legal custodian for District property.
Apply by visiting cob.oc.gov/boards-commissions-committees
Its National Nurses Week.
Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system, integrating compassion with science to help a patient thought their health care journey. They perform a range of tasks, including patient care education, advocacy, administration, and research.
Nurses are vital to our healthcare system, ensuring patients feel supported and safe during their hardest times. The County of Orange is grateful to have approximately 500 nurses working in our Health Care Agency, from Behavioral to Public Health. Thank you to all the nurses, from public to private health care settings, for your dedication and tireless efforts in making our community healthier.
