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Commentary: Let's drink to this legal victory
Despite serious constitutional and legal questions, the Board of Equalization (BOE) in 2007 approved a 1,550% tax increase on "flavored malt beverages." Flavored malt beverages are drinks such as Mike's Hard Lemonade and Smirnoff Ice. For the purpose...Tags: Laws, Trials, Crime, Law and Justice, Litigation and Regulation, Diageo Plc
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Los Alamitos mayor leads in support for Assembly election
Five candidates are vying for the newly redrawn 72nd Assembly District. Though it's hard to call a frontrunner in the crowded local race, Los Alamitos Mayor Troy Edgar is raking in high-profile Republican support. Edgar, who was a registered Democrat...
Tags: Allan R. Mansoor, Small Businesses, Dana Rohrabacher, Southern California Edison Company, Elections
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Council approves pet sales ordinance
The Huntington Beach City Council voted Monday to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats unless they're obtained from shelters, a humane society or a rescue organization, a move that seemed to please all parties involved. The council voted 4 to 3 in favor of...Tags: Dog (animal), Cat (animal), Crime, Law and Justice, Civil Rights, Animals
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Inspections net 71 violations at massage parlors
Recent inspections of 20 massage parlors in Huntington Beach uncovered 71 municipal code and building safety violations, and at least three parlors are facing temporary closure. The May 5 inspections were part of an ongoing investigation regarding...Tags: Career and Workplace, Prostitution, Sex Crimes, Personal Service, Media Industry
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A tough ride into Sunset
Stacy Londo can see the annexation of Sunset Beach through two sets of eyes. One is that of a concerned resident who wants to preserve the pace of life in her tranquil seaside neighborhood. The other is a child's. Londo, who has lived in Sunset for...
Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Orange County Superior Court, Judges, Justice System, Tom Burke
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Taking aim at alcohol
Huntington Beach's top newsmaker of 2011 wasn't a person or an organization, but rather a controlled substance.
Throughout the year, the Independent's front page featured more drinks than a typical bachelor party. Statistics showed Huntington at the...Tags: Laws, Health, Media Industry, Politics, Transportation Accidents
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What to watch for in 2012
A new mayor. A new Assembly representative. For that matter, a new queen. Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley have plenty of things to anticipate in 2012 —and leadership is only part of the picture. Here are stories to watch for in the coming...Tags: Local Elections, Business, Miss America Pageant, Entertainment Events, Small Businesses
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Cabs must stay away from green curbs downtown
The Huntington Beach City Council voted Monday to prohibit taxicabs from parking or picking up customers from areas where the side curb is painted green in downtown. Councilmen Matthew Harper and Devin Dwyer were absent. The green 24-minute parking...Tags: Starbucks Corp., Economy, Business and Finance
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Golden West to offer new business certificate
Golden West College is getting ready to offer a new small-business certificate program that would incorporate social media and the effect it has on business success. The Entrepreneurship/Small Business Ownership Certificate will consist of seven required...Tags: Social Media, Marketing, Media Industry, Facebook, Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers
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Mailbag: Oak View children deserve our concern
Allegations against me by Mary Thompson in her letter to the editor ("Trustee's conduct not professional," Mailbag, June 16) cannot stand unchallenged. The first allegation that my "lack of courtesy and respect to the board president was shameful" and the...Tags: Career and Workplace, Rentals, Elections, Politics, Telemundo (tv network)
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A festive 10th birthday
Sandy Segerstrom Daniels' passion for helping children began when she was a child herself. Her first time helping a children's organization came when her eighth-grade teacher offered the opportunity to the class as a means of receiving extra credit....Tags: Tools and Hardware, Festive Events, Marketing, Social Issues, Arts and Culture
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Police allege waitress sold cocaine at downtown tavern
A six-month investigation has led to the arrest of a waitress who was allegedly selling cocaine on the job at a popular downtown bar and restaurant, according to Huntington Beach police. A man who allegedly helped the waitress obtain drugs for sale was...Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, Lifestyle and Leisure, Huntington Beach, Restaurants, Drunk Driving
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