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Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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“Old Towne is 20% of where it could be.”

On having more restaurants and shops open in Old Towne Orange.

Ed Patrick, see story page 1

“I have had the same job for almost 25 years now. Although I still enjoy it, I wanted to go in a different direction and work in a small business environment again. ”

On leaving the company he founded, State of the Art Inc., now Sage Software.

George Riviere, see story page 6

“It’s one more subliminal message.”

On the company’s weights appearing on “The Biggest Loser” TV show.

Mike Rojas, see story page 11

“For 28-plus years it’s pretty amazing.”

On Mimi’s not closing one restaurant it has opened.

Russ Bendel, see story page 4

“It is running out of land.”

On a hindrance to Orange County’s growth.

Linda Daniels, see story page 15

“There are a small number of girls who’ve developed a little addiction to my purses.”

On the purses she makes and sells through private parties and a Web site.

Katie Koprinik, see story page 69

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