Gutter Buddies Study Bacteria

By Sara Hall | NB Indy

A recent study by the Newport Beach “Gutter Buddies” has found naturally occurring bacteria in the street gutters and storm drains that could be the reason high levels of bacteria are occasionally found in runoff water flowing into Newport Bay.

Read the full story here.

STEPPING OUT: Pacific Symphony Unveils 2011-12 Classical Series

This week, the Pacific Symphony unveiled its 2011-12 Classical Series lineup at a press conference at the Segerstrom Concert Hall. The event featured music and extensive commentary by Carl St.Clair on the coming offerings, excerpted in this video.

The full Classical Series calendar is here.

TABLE FOR TWO: Ecco Restaurant

Chris and Stasha visit Ecco Restaurant and sample its take on Italian cuisine:

Behind the Scenes at the Musical Theatre Academy

Sara Hall has spent the past several weeks following the Musical Theatre Academy's preparation for its performances this week. She has produced stories and photos here and here. She filed this slideshow with audio comments from Academy instructors, students and parents. 

LYNN'S SPIN: Segerstrom Center Celebration

Our Lynn Selich attended the gala celebration at the newly re-christened Segerstrom Center for the Arts and filed this video report.