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News from July 2024

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US lawmakers request Thai PM release detained Vietnamese activist

By West OC Times | Jul 31, 2024

Members of the US Congress have submitted a letter to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, requesting the release of Vietnamese activist Y Quynh Bdap and assistance for him to resettle in a third country instead of being extradited. This information was disclosed by Kannavee Suebsang, a list-MP for the Fair Party.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Orange County in week ending July 27?

By West OC Times | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Orange County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 27

By West OC Times | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Orange County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 27

By West OC Times | Jul 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Gas tax hike adds pressure on California families amid rising living costs

By West OC Times | Jul 29, 2024

California families face another financial burden with the latest increase in the state gas tax, now at 60 cents per gallon, making it the highest in the nation. This hike comes as families begin their summer travels.

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Steel urges adherence to law on student debt cancellation

By West OC Times | Jul 29, 2024

In a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) has called on the Department of Education to adhere to congressional intent in administering the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Reps Burgess Owens (R-UT), Julia Letlow (R-LA), and Erin Houchin (R-IN) also joined in sending the letter.

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Legislation aims at improving US healthcare through expanded telehealth

By West OC Times | Jul 29, 2024

With rapidly rising costs and increased demand for services, America’s healthcare system urgently needs solutions that drive down costs while improving patient health.

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There were 15,046 lawyers in good standing in cities located within Orange County as of June

By West OC Times | Jul 28, 2024

Cities located within Orange County saw 15,046 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of June, according to the State Bar of California.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Orange County in week ending July 27

By West OC Times | Jul 28, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Orange County was found at four gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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West OC Times area weekly mass times

By West OC Times | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the West OC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Recent Orange County home sales in week ending July 20

By West OC Times | Jul 27, 2024

There were 269 reported residential sales in Orange County in the week ending July 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Orange County in week ending July 20?

By West OC Times | Jul 27, 2024

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Orange County in week ending July 20

By West OC Times | Jul 26, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Michelle Steel urges Thailand to protect Vietnamese refugee from extradition

By West OC Times | Jul 26, 2024

In new requests to the head of government and foreign minister of Thailand, U.S. Representative Michelle Steel (CA-45) is calling on the Thai government to release imprisoned Vietnamese refugee Y Quynh Bdap out of respect for the rights of religious minorities.

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Steel requests delay on energy mandate for health care facilities

By West OC Times | Jul 26, 2024

Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) has urged Governor Gavin Newsom to delay the implementation of a mandate requiring skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) to have alternative power sources during power outages. Steel argues that few facilities can meet this requirement, potentially jeopardizing patient access to skilled nursing care.

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Rep. Michelle Steel's district office vandalized for the second time this year

By West OC Times | Jul 26, 2024

Representative Michelle Steel’s district office was vandalized this morning when a rock was thrown into the office window. No injuries were reported.

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California Republicans urge action on rising Medicare premiums

By West OC Times | Jul 25, 2024

On behalf of California’s 6.6 million Medicare beneficiaries, Rep. Michelle Steel led every House Republican from California in calling on President Biden to address current Medicare Part D premium increases and work across the aisle as seniors experience rising costs and fewer plan options. Medicare’s upcoming open enrollment period starts on October 15, 2024.

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House committee passes bill enhancing mental health services for foster youth

By West OC Times | Jul 25, 2024

The House Ways and Means Committee has passed the Protecting America’s Children By Strengthening Families Act, which includes Rep. Michelle Steel’s legislation ensuring children in foster care have access to mental health services.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Orange County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 20

By West OC Times | Jul 25, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Orange County in week ending July 20

By West OC Times | Jul 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Orange County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.