🚌 Catch free transit rides todayThe Gist: OCTA and Metrolink are offering free rides across Orange County today, Oct. 7, for California Clean Air Day. You can board any OC Bus or tap your Wave card without paying a dime, and no ticket is needed to ride Metrolink trains all day long. It’s all part of Rideshare Week (Oct. 5–9), where folks who pledge to swap out a solo drive can enter to win prizes like Apple AirPods and an Amazon Kindle. Why It Matters: Leaving the car parked today gives all of us an easy, zero-cost way to cut down on traffic and keep our air clean. It’s a great chance to skip the driving hassle and take a free ride out to explore our local parks and open spaces.
🎙️️ New education podcast launching for familiesThe Gist: The Orange County Business Council and the Orange County Department of Education have teamed up to launch a 10-episode podcast and video series to help families navigate school choices. Available in both English and Spanish, the show covers practical topics like financial aid and Advanced Placement courses through conversations with educators, university experts, and parents. Why It Matters: This series gives parents direct, easy-to-digest guidance to help guide their kids through big academic decisions. It’s a great way for families to feel more connected, advocate for their children's education, and help prepare the next generation for college and future careers. The first two episodes are available now on Spotify and YouTube, with Episode 2 dropping on Oct. 13.
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