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TOWARD A BRIGHTER FUTURE

n GARDEN GROVE CITY COUNCIL

Auditioning For A Leading Role In Hollywood?

City may seek to become a film location

By Jim Tortolano Orange County Tribune

THERE WILL BE LIGHT on Garden Grove’s historic Main Street as crews pour concrete as part of the installation of a modern system to allow for the permanent lighting of trees and more in the city’s original central business district. The first public street lights were installed here in 1910 (Orange County Tribune photo). n STANTON CITY COUNCIL

Install wire along storm drain ditches?

Storm drain channels crisscross Orange County and Stanton, and those concrete fake creeks – some would say “ditches” – can keep communities from flooding during times of heavy rain.

But they can also collect litter and debris, be defaced with graffiti and even serve as “freeways” for coyotes into suburban neighborhoods.

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Is Garden Grove ready for its close-up? Could the City of Youth and Ambition become a Town of Tinsel and Pre-Nups?

Probably not, but when the city council meets on 1942 FILM SHOT IN Tuesday, one of the more intriguing topics is a dis- GARDEN GROVE cussion on the city’s ex- ing filming opportuniisting filming regulations ties.” and a proposal “to explore According to a staff reopportunities for increas- port, attracting commercial filming to the city would be a way of “highlighting Garden Grove’s greatest attractions.”

The staff recommendation is for the city to deTwo of four categories velop a dedicated webof statistics on the stapage on the city’s website tus of the coronavirus with information on filmpandemic in Orange ing in the city, collaborate County showed inwith state and county film creases in Thursday’s commissions to develop report, compared to the relationships with those Sept. 8 tally. who choose filming locaNew confirmed cases tions as well as streamlinincreased from 1,422 ing existing regulations. to 1,824. Deaths rose Using Orange County from 24 to 27. Howevsites for movie-making er, hospitalizations fell goes back to the Silent

Mixed news on COVID

A 2-YEAR-OLD GIRL WAS BIT IN APRIL

Lawsuit filed over coyote attack

A lawsuit alleging that Huntington Beach officials haven’t done enough to protect residents and visitors from coyote attacks has been filed by the mother of a child attacked by the wild canine.

Breanne Thacker’s claim is that despite “years of concerns and outcry,” city officials have insisted “there is little to be done.”

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G. Grove may reach out to Hollywood and Vine Continued from page 1

Film era when comic actors Fatty Arbuckle and Charlie Chaplain starred in productions shot in Seal Beach.

Probably the best-known OC location is in the 1996 “That Thing You Do,” produced by Tom Hanks, who also had a supporting role. It was shot in and around Old Town Orange.

“Legally Blonde” (2001) was filmed at the old county courthouse in Santa Ana, and “The Fast and the Furious” (2001) in the Little Saigon area of Westminster.

In addition to cinema, filming

is done for television and industrial programming all across Southern California.

Making a movie in Garden Grove is not without precedent.

In 1942, future President Ronald Reagan starred with Ann Sheridan in a forgettable film, “Juke Girl,” in which the town stands in for Cat Tail, Florida.

The effort to connect Garden Grove to Hollywood was initiated by Councilmember Kim Nguyen (District 6).

The council will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Meeting Center, 11300 Stanford Ave.

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Install wire on storm channels?

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day, one item on the agenda is consideration of installing “defensive wire” along the channels to discourage misuse of the facilities, as proposed by Mayor David Shawver at the Sept. 12 meeting.

The council will meet at 6:30 p.m, in the council chambers inside the Civic Center 7800 Katella Ave.

Coyote attack and lawsuit Continued from page 1

The attack took place on April 28 on the city beach north of the pier around 9:45 p.m.

The 2-year-old child had wandered a short distance from her parents when she was bit on the head and the face. The attack lasted 12 seconds before her cries alerted adults who chased the animal away.

Police fatally shot two coyotes in the area, one of which matched a DNA sample from the attacking canine.

Since then, the city has updated its coyote management plan, including improved methods to track coyote movements and sightings.

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from 202 to 124 and the use of intensive care units slipped from 26 to 21.

To date, OC has had 661,185 cases and 7,432 deaths.

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News&Views Suspect is arrested in a “hate crime” attack THAT OLD GANG OF MINE ...

1971 student government worthies (from left to right) Kris McTighe Urdahl, Tim McKernan, Ron Zajec, Dianne Moon, Jim Tortolano, were reunited at last.

Truly reunited at a true class reunion History isn’t the past. In fact, it’s not even over.

As much as we try to disassociate ourselves from things than have gone before, they continue to shape and influence our present-day circumstances.

The same might also be said about our personal histories. My week just past has left me knee-deep in nostalgia and reflection. It was the 50-year (51, really because of the delay forced by the coronavirus pandemic) reunion of the Garden Grove High School Class of (gulp!) 1971.

It was remarkable how many people wanted to reconnect and – somewhat – relive an era in which we battled with acne, insecurity and algebra.

Some few of us sat on what seemed to be the pinnacle of high school society – football star, head cheerleader – while the rest of us appeared to live more ordinary lives.

How wrong I was. Having survived duck-and-cover Jim Tortolano drills, dress codes, Vietnam, disco, first marriages and the thinning of hair and the thickening of waistlines, it seems like we came through level-headed, cliques dissolved, hidden longings and hurts healed in a mellow fashion.

Setting aside crass measurements such as income and “status” we mingled at SteelCraft (Friday night) and the Sheraton Hotel (Saturday night) as true companions rich in experience and the wisdom of maturity.

My own high school years shaped my life greatly. It was there I found my career calling (journalism), my lifelong pal (Dianne) and my beloved wife (Marilyn).

In conversing with other people at these gatherings, I marveled about how widely scattered we had become across the nation. It also struck me how

Retorts

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A 36-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday morning in Westminster in what appears to be a hate crime.

According to Commander Kevin MacCormick of the WPD, Danh Thanh Nguyen of Westminster was taken into custody and faces charges of attempted murder, attempted arson and civil rights violations.

At 11:45 a.m. officers were dispatched to the area of McFadden Av-

enue and Oakliff Drive regarding a report of an assault. The suspect was located in the area of Bushard Street and Westminster Boulevard.

However, he failed to yield to police and a short pursuit followed in which the suspect ran into a planter in the area of Brookhurst Street and Hazard Avenue. He was detained without further incident and didn’t suffer any injuries.

The investigation in-

dicated that the victim was seated in his vehicle when Nguyen allegedly “made a derogatory comment” about Hispanics and threw a cup of gasoline on him. The attacker tried to ignite the gasoline with a lighter but the victim drove away, preventing a fire.

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15 “ghost guns” seized by HBPD Huntington Beach police have arrested a man suspected of trafficking in “ghost guns” and seized 15 of the “untraceable” weapons.

According to the HBPD, detectives from the Special Investigations Bureau have been conducting an inquiry into the action of a man who they believe was actively involved in the sale of such firearms.

A “ghost gun” is an illegal unserialized and untraceable weapon that can be purchased online and assembled at home.

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GHOSTS CAN BE CAUGHT Huntington Beach police seized 15 “untraceable” firearms this week (HBPD photo)

Hammer used in assault in G.Grove A 36-year-old man was been arrested in connection with an attack with a hammer on a 40-year-old man Tuesday in Garden Grove.

According to Detective Sgt. Mark Lord of

the GGPD, the incident occurred in the 13000 block of Garden Grove Boulevard, near Haster Avenue.

Police were summoned at around 8:49 p.m, in reference to a possible

stabbing. When they arrived, they found that a suspect had been detained by witnesses and was taken into custody without incident.

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After 50 years, reunited Continued from page 3

many of us had “crossed over to the other side” into The Great Unknown.

When we completed those four years, many might want never have wanted to relive them. But it’s also possible that once we get past ancient pains and jealousies that we were surprisingly similar – and eventually – surprisingly pleased by fond remembrances and open hearts.

Our school song, in part, exhorted us to “pull together.” Last week we really, really did.

Jim Tortolano’s “Retorts” alternates with “Usually Reliable Sources.”

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found him in possession of three ghost guns.

A search of his residence turned up 12 more ghost guns, high-ca-

pacity magazines, narcotics and gun manufacturing parts.

The investigation is ongoing and police say more no more details will be released at this time.

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Oregon State not a pushover any more Continued from page 6

ished with a winning record and went to a bowl game for the first time since 2013. This season, the Beavers have opened 3-0 for the first time since 2014.

“It’s where we wanted to be,” Smith said. “You start the season, you’ve got a nonconference schedule, and I think we

had some good play there. Not a complete game all three games, but found ways to win. That’s what you wanted. But the real season starts now. First of nine conference games that obviously we want to have the same result.’’

Oregon State hasn’t started 4-0 since 2012.

Riley said the Beavers present challenges offensively because they have ways of making the most of their roster. One example is two-way player Jack Colletto, who plays at linebacker, running back and wildcat quar-

terback.

While USC is ranked seventh nationally in scoring offense with an average of 50.7 points a game, Oregon State is not far behind in 13th, averaging 45.7 points.

“They’re very creative with the personnel that they use,” Riley said. “They’ve certainly got a system that they believe in and a style of ball they believe in and they do it very well.”

UCLA vs. winless Colorado

By The Associated Press

UCLA (3-0) at Colorado (0-3), Saturday, 11 am. (Pac-12 Network) Line: UCLA by 21 1/2 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.

Series record: UCLA leads 125.

WHAT’S AT STAKE? UCLA has won six straight games since last season heading into its road game in Boulder to start Pac-12 play. The Bruins haven’t won more than six straight games since they opened 8-0 in 2005. The Buffaloes may be playing to save third-year coach Karl Dorrell’s job. CU athletic director Rick George issued a statement to

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nals. But they were able to witness Albert Pujols make history by hitting his 700th and 701st home runs of his career, a feat only reached by Babe Ruth and the steroid-fueled Barry Bonds.

Clayton Kershaw (9-3) will make the start for the Blue Crew on Saturday.

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was revealed that no stabbing had taken place but that the victim had been assaulted with a hammer. He was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

The suspect has been identified as Jesse Bizarro. Anyone with information about is asked to contact Detective Camara at (714) 741-5824 or GGPD Investigations at (714) 741-5800.

quell the fan base after a 49-7 loss at Minnesota.

“I recognize and understand your disappointment and frustration and perhaps, even anger,” he said. “We have not come close to meeting our expectations this season and we own that.” The Buffaloes have been outscored 128-30 and are trying to avoid their first 0-4 start since 2006.

KEY MATCHUP The Buffaloes are giving up 452 total yards per game, which ranks 119th in the nation. The Bruins have a veteran quarterback in Dorian ThompsonRobinson, who’s 11th in the nation in completion percentage. Thompson-Robinson is set to make his 39th career start in Boulder. He trails only Brett Hundley (40) and Cade McNown (44) in career starts for a Bruins quarterback.

PLAYERS TO WATCH UCLA: RB Zach Charbonnet, who tied his career-high with three rushing touchdowns last season against Colorado. The Buffaloes are allowing an FBShigh 348 yards rushing a game.

Colorado: Freshman TB Charlie Offerdahl rushed for 55 yards in the loss to Minnesota. It was the third-most yards gained from a walk-on in program history. His 70 yards this season are already the fourth-most for a single season by a walk-on in school history.

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The Sports Page

It Was All About The Rout, Now

Baseball

Pujols hits 701; Halos reclaim 3rd

Mostly blowouts as teams wrap up pre-league games Friday night’s area high school football games were – with one exception – as one-sided as Al Pacino against Kim Kardashian in an acting contest.

Of seven games, five were decided by more than 20 points, and the sixth by 19.

When the games were over, two locals – Rancho Alamitos and Westminster – remained unbeaten at 5-0 as the pre-league schedules close out for most teams in The Tribune’s coverage area.

Still winless are Marina and Magnolia, each 0-5.

La Quinta, on the other hand, posted its first victory of the 2022 season, defeating Century 35-3 to improve to 1-4.

The closest game of the evening was at Bolsa Stadium, where Rancho fell behind 12-0 to the Ocean View Seahawks but ral-

Prep Football Thursday

Santiago 32. Anaheim 6 Western 34, Garden Grove 7 Banning 28, Pacifica 14

Friday

Bolsa Grande 34, Godinez 12 La Quinta 35, Century 3 Los Amigos 35, Artesia 0 Westminster 48, Magnolia 0 Orange 56, St. Margaret 21 Rancho Alamitos 19, Ocean View 18 St. Anthony 48, Marina 29

lied for a 19-18 victory with the winning touchdown scored on a pass play with two minutes to play in the game.

After five weeks, some interesting league contests are shaping up. For example, Los Amigos (41) will take on Rancho (5-0) on Friday at Bolsa Stadium in a game which

NOAH SALAS passed for two touchdowns in Pacifica’s 28-14 loss to Banning on Thursday. But the junior quarterback could be the basis for a bounceback season in 2023 for the Mariners (Photos by Jim Tortolano). could go a long way toward deciding the Garden Grove League title.

Also that night, Santiago (4-1) will host a rising power in Bolsa Grande (3-2) at Monsoor Sta-

dium.

Edison (5-0) and Huntington Beach (4-1) were idle this week, but will open Sunset League play next Friday at Sheue Field.

Shohei Ohtani was uncharacteristically wild Friday night, walking six batters in five innings, but otherwise the two-way Los Angeles Angels’ star was good enough to lead his team to a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Twins at Target Field and back into third place in the American League West.

Ohtani (14-8) gave up three hits and two earned runs. He struck out seven batters and helped his cause by driving in a run with a single.

Taylor Ward had an outstanding night, slamming his 20th and 21st home runs of the season. Livan Soto was 2-for-3 with a run scored.

The Orange County team (66-85) will face the Twins (73-78) again on Saturday with Reid Detmers (6-5) making the start for the Halos.

Meanwhile the Los Angeles Dodgers, already champs of the National League West, saw their offense pretty much take the night off in a 11-0 loss to the St. Louis CardiContinued on page 5

USC, Riley face first challenge in Oregon St.

By Anne M. Peterson AP Sports Writer

While coach Lincoln Riley has USC back on a winning path, Oregon State presents perhaps the biggest challenge so far of his first season with the Trojans.

The No. 7 Trojans and the Beavers are undefeated heading into Saturday’s game at Reser Stadium.

In years past, Oregon State might not be a game to circle on the schedule, but the Trojans

have reasons to be leery of the Beavers.

Oregon State went to the Coliseum last year and beat the Trojans 45-27. It was the Beavers’ first victory at USC in more than 60 years.

Granted, USC was hav-

ing a down year, one of the reasons Riley is now coach, but for the Beavers it was a big step in a steady improvement project under coach Jonathan Smith.

In Smith’s fourth year in 2021, Oregon State finContinued on page 5

Current as of Friday night * Indicates division title