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Our Publications
Since 1907, the Mission Viejo News Group has been bringing Orange County family friendly news, local business updates, and legal notices.
Our Story
The Mission Viejo News bought the Leisure World Voice in 2000 and joined the small chain of newspapers. Although not yet a city, Ladera Ranch News became the area’s only local newspaper and was adjudicated in 2004. That same year San Juan Capistrano News joined the company. The San Clemente News was adjudicated as the official legal newspaper for the city in 2006. In March 1999, Leisure World residents decided to become the City of Laguna Woods and The Leisure World Voice newspaper became the Laguna Woods News.
Orange County’s most highly regarded social column “Society Scene”, which was written by Fran Mulvania, and later by celebrity columnist Lana Chandler, wife of the Los Angeles Times publisher, is currently written by famed society columnist Kelly Bennet and is the most popular society column in Orange County, appearing in 37 Orange County newspapers. .In 2019 celebrated food columnist Frank Mangio “Taste of Wine and Food” joined Orange County newspapers as a regular feature. Orange County Newspapers and orangecountynewspapers.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Mission Viejo News,Inc.
Our Story
As new communities began to form, Orange County newspapers continued to increase. In 1993 as the area began to form, the Coto de Caza newspaper began to publish. In 1995 The Mission Viejo News was adjudicated, and publishes more fictitious business name and legal notices than any other Orange County newspaper.
The Mission Viejo News bought the Leisure World Voice in 2000 and joined the small chain of newspapers. Although not yet a city, Ladera Ranch News became the area’s only local newspaper and was adjudicated in 2004. That same year San Juan Capistrano News joined the company. The San Clemente News was adjudicated as the official legal newspaper for the city in 2006. In March 1999, Leisure World residents decided to become the City of Laguna Woods and The Leisure World Voice newspaper became the Laguna Woods News.
Orange County’s most highly regarded social column “Society Scene”, which was written by Fran Mulvania, and later by celebrity columnist Lana Chandler, wife of the Los Angeles Times publisher. Society Scene is currently written by famed society columnist Kelly Bennett and is the most popular society column in Orange County, appearing in 37 Orange County newspapers. In 2019 celebrated food columnists Rico Cassoni and Frank Mangio “Taste of Wine and Food” joined Orange County newspapers as a regular feature. Orange County Newspapers and orangecountynewspapers.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Mission Viejo News,Inc.
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Orange County’s Most Popular Legal Newspapers
Legally adjudicated by the Superior Court of Orange County and authorized to publish ALL county legal advertising.
- Fictitious Business Name (FBN) Statements aka Doing Business As (DBA)
- Name change – Order To Show Cause For Change Of Name
- Summons – Notice To Respondent
- Notice Of Petition To Administer Estate
- Notice To Creditors Of Bulk Sale
- Notice Of Public Lien Sale
- Notice Of Trustee’s Sale
Orange County’s Most Popular Legal Newspapers
Legally adjudicated by the Superior Court of Orange County and authorized to publish ALL county legal advertising.
- Fictitious Business Name (FBN) Statements aka Doing Business As (DBA)
- Name change – Order To Show Cause For Change Of Name
- Summons – Notice To Respondent
- Notice Of Petition To Administer Estate
- Notice To Creditors Of Bulk Sale
- Notice Of Public Lien Sale
- Notice Of Trustee’s Sale
Latest Articles From Our Family of Publications
New Stores Open Their Doors Today at Outlets at San Clemente! Coastal Destination also Welcomes Previous and Upcoming Additions
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2025 National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation: A Community Movement for a Sustainable Future
The National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a nonprofit campaign presented by the Wyland Foundation, returns for its 15th year—this time, with an even more personal, powerful, and community-driven approach. Since its inception, the challenge has...
Terracotta Warriors Make Triumphant Return Alongside New Discoveries, Spring 2025!
February 4, 2025 marked the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the first terracotta army pit in the 1970s, a find that reshaped global understanding of ancient China. Both Bowers Museum’s 2008 exhibition Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor and...
How to add functionality to the kitchen without sacrificing style
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National Charity League, Inc.’s Saddleback Valley Chapter Celebrating 40 years of Community Support
To celebrate 40 years of service in the south Orange County community, the Saddleback Valley Chapter of the National Charity League (NCL), Inc., hosted its annual Day of Giving and Clothing Drive. Donations were collected for 14 Orange County Organizations on March...
Start Your Day Strong with this Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Making a delicious oatmeal smoothie has never been easier. Just six ingredients and a blender is all you need to make the perfect fruit-smoothie at home. Deliciously sweet and creamy this strawberry oatmeal smoothie makes for a healthy and filling breakfast or...
Celebrate National Volunteer Month; come to give for exclusive Red Cross T-shirt through April 30
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Harness the Power of Walking Benefits of being physically active
A walk isn’t just good for your body; it’s a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. Physical activity, like walking, reduces stress, boosts mood and promotes overall well-being. Yet physical activity levels in...
ALEXANDER SHELLEY TAKES THE PODIUM TO LEAD PACIFIC SYMPHONY IN BEETHOVEN’S FIFTH AND THE EMPEROR PIANO CONCERTO
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Member of the California Newspaper Association
We are a local independent weekly newspaper group serving Orange County, published every Friday. We are not owned or operated by any of the big daily newspapers. The views and opinions expressed are those of the publisher and not any organization. No reproduction, in whole or in part is permitted without the express written permission of Orange County Newspapers. Legal Advertising: The Mission Viejo News was adjudicated by the Orange County Superior Court as a newspaper of general circulation pursuant to Government Code 6000 case #A202554 on July 6, 2000 and as such is the appropriate newspaper to place legal and public notices for the Orange County Judicial Districts. The Mission Viejo News is a member of Orange County Newspapers.
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520 E Avenida Pico
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San Clemente,
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