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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Newport Beach might mail you a second ballot this November
  • How a Newport Beach hit-and-run led to fast felony charges
  • What a discounted $98M sale means for Newport Beach office space

Also on today's calendar: Come Join Us for Prom Night Redo! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Humid, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 76, low: 69.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 77 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Newport Beach's Phantom Election (voiceofoc.org) — Newport Beach leaders are scrambling to hold a court-ordered special mail-in election on three local reform initiatives the same day as the November 2026 general election, despite missing key deadlines and lacking county support. Residents could see two separate ballots, while city officials warn the rushed process may conflict with state law and the city charter yet say they must comply with the judge's mandate.
   

2. Texas Man Charged With DUI Hit-And-Run That Injured Woman In Newport Beach (patch.com) — A recent DUI hit-and-run at San Joaquin Hills Road and MacArthur Boulevard injured three people and led to felony charges against a Texas man now facing proceedings in Newport Beach courts. Local readers should note the busy intersection involved, the police response that quickly located the suspect's vehicle nearby, and the upcoming pretrial hearing at the Harbor Justice Center in town.
   

3. Greenlaw Partners Buys 100 Bayview 22% Below 2018 Price (ocbj.com) — A major Newport Beach office complex at 100 Bayview Circle just sold for $98 million, about 22% less than its 2018 price, underscoring shifting office values even in this strong local market. With the property now 88% leased and housing prominent tenants, the deal highlights how limited office supply, high rents, and potential office-to-housing conversions could affect where local businesses find space in town.
   

4. High school flag football rankings: JSerra Catholic strengthens hold on No. 1 in MaxPreps Top 25 after Flag Football Showdown championship (maxpreps.com) — Newport Beach gets a brief spotlight as Newport Harbor High was the only team to score on powerhouse JSerra Catholic during a dominant run to the inaugural MaxPreps Flag Football Showdown title. The piece mainly tracks national high school flag football rankings, but it underscores how competitive local programs are on a growing national stage.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • JOHN WAYNE TENNIS CLUB, Newport Beach, 1977.
    Though not much of a tennis player himself, The Duke loved to hang out at the club socializing , playing backgammon, and enjoying a few cocktails at… (Nextdoor Dover Shores)
  • Spotted a beautiful juvenile red tailed hawk (I think).
    Can anyone confirm? In eucalyptus tree at Promontory Point. I was taking the photos and video from my balcony directly onto the sun so could barely… (Nextdoor Promontory Point Villa)
  • City Experiences - Hornblower Corporation posted a job opening for Guest Experience - Photographer in Newport Beach. Apply here.
  • Balboa Bay Resort posted a job opening for Bar nineteen 49 Lead Bartender in Newport Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newport Beach here.

Ok Newport Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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