https://www.ocweb.org/ Connecting Orange County Communities Online en Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:26:20 GMT https://www.ocweb.org/digital-platforms-civic-engagement-orange-county-local-policy/ https://www.ocweb.org/digital-platforms-civic-engagement-orange-county-local-policy/ From Zoom town halls to neighborhood Facebook groups, Orange County residents are increasingly turning to digital platforms to make their voices heard on issues ranging from housing development to school curriculum. This feature examines the genuine democratic potential of online civic engagement — and the real limitations that advocates and organizers are learning to navigate. OC Web Civic Affairs & Democracy Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:24:47 GMT https://www.ocweb.org/free-digital-tools-orange-county-small-business-owners-2024/ https://www.ocweb.org/free-digital-tools-orange-county-small-business-owners-2024/ Running a small business in Orange County means stretching every dollar without sacrificing your competitive edge. These five free or low-cost digital tools — vetted with local entrepreneurs in mind — can help you build a stronger online presence, manage your finances, and reach more customers without a big-budget marketing department. Here is what OC business owners are actually using right now. OC Web Small Business & Entrepreneurship Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:24:47 GMT https://www.ocweb.org/orange-county-digital-divide-nonprofits-bridging-gap/ https://www.ocweb.org/orange-county-digital-divide-nonprofits-bridging-gap/ Across Orange County, thousands of residents remain cut off from the internet connections that most take for granted — limiting their access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Local nonprofits, libraries, and community advocates are stepping up with creative programs, but significant gaps remain. This investigative report examines who is being left behind and what is being done about it. OC Web Community & Social Issues Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:24:47 GMT