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Pacifica JROTC
Cadets from Garden Grove's Pacifica High School have prepared all year for an inspection by U.S. Naval Captain, Ronald Oswald. JROTC has changed the lives of the participating students, helping them learn discipline, form friendships and gain confidence. Vi Nguyen has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 5 0 ratings Time: 02:25 More in News & Politics

9th Annual Golf Classic
The Garden Grove Community Foundation and the Garden Grove Chamber of Commerce invite you to sign up for the 9th Annual Golf Classic at Willowick Golf Course on May 8, 2013. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 3 0 ratings Time: 00:33 More in News & Politics

Garden Grove Unified School District "Showcase of Bands 2012"
Hundreds of Garden Grove's best young local musicians take the spotlight on this 30-minute show. They might usually be halftime entertainment but their music and rhythms are something you don't want to miss in this "showcase of bands" brought to you by Garden Grove TV3. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 29:31 More in News & Politics

NAMM Convention 2013
The NAMM Convention brings thousands of people and millions of dollars to southern California each year. It's the big music convention, and musicians, manufacturers and just about everyone else involved with music is there. We went behind the scenes and found a new guitar amplifier app that sounds very cool. Garden Grove TV3 reporter Roma Villavicencio brings you the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 02:50 More in News & Politics

Buena Clinton Goes To College
The Buena Clinton Family Resource Center in Garden Grove hosted an event geared toward helping young people get ready for college. The day included motivational speakers, former college students sharing their experiences and lots of information. Parents were encouraged to participate too, so they can help their students get on the college track. Young people in the neighborhood seemed to soak up the information and dream of their futures. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 02:27 More in News & Politics

Garden Grove Purple Heart City
In November 2012 at a Garden Grove City Council Meeting, then Mayor Bill Dalton proclaimed Garden Grove a Purple Heart City. The designation honors those who have "shed their blood for this country," says Dannie Watkins who has two Purple Hearts. Signs are planned for a stretch of the 22 Freeway that goes through Garden Grove. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 02:41 More in News & Politics

Crosswalk Enforcement in Garden Grove
Watch out for those pedestrians! In California, pedestrians have the right-of-way. Drivers must stop when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk. Garden Grove Police Officers watched a crosswalk on a busy street to see how local drivers behaved as a police cadet walked back and forth after activating the flashing yellow lights. Most of the drivers obeyed the law, but over 30 were cited for crosswalk violations which could cost them as much as $200. The enforcement is an effort to cut down the number of pedestrian injuries and deaths on the road. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 2 0 ratings Time: 02:26 More in News & Politics

The Voice of Garden Grove Auditions
Are you the Voice of Garden Grove? The Garden Grove Community Foundation invites high school students from the Garden Grove Unified School District to come out an audition on Thursday, April 4th at the Courtyard Center in Garden Grove. To sign up or for more information, call (714) 741-5051. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 2 0 ratings Time: 01:38 More in News & Politics

Free Speaker Series March 21st: Jose Ramos
Vietnam War Veteran Jose Ramos will speak at the third installment of the Speaker Series hosted by the Vietnam War Museum of America Foundation. Hear Ramos talk about his efforts on behalf of Veterans and convincing elected officials to set aside March 30 as Vietnam Veteran's Day. He will speak March 21st, 6PM, at the Courtyard Center, 12732 Main Street, in Garden Grove. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 01:46 More in News & Politics

Rescue Athlete
Rescue Athlete is a training program which can help those who are interested in serving in the special forces of the United States military. The 3-day crash course is customized to each individual and emphasizes mental toughness and teamwork. Trainees go through land and water based drills while trainers deliver a few surprises. Company founders say while the training is tough, you don't have to be a special forces hopeful to benefit from it. Kyndell Nunley has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 03:51 More in News & Politics

New Shuttle System
The OC Trolley Company will soon be opening an exclusive shuttle system to take guests visiting nearby hotels to local restaurants and businesses in Garden Grove. Roma Villavicencio has a sneak peak. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 6 0 ratings Time: 02:07 More in News & Politics

Compost Giveaway
Each year, the City of Garden Grove Public Works Department and Garden Grove Disposal host the Compost Giveaway for residents in the City. Garden Grove TV3 reporter Kyndell Nunley has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 1 0 ratings Time: 02:36 More in News & Politics

J.J. Runs For H.O.P.E
J.J. jauregui, owner if Azteca Restaurant in Garden Grove is running for a cause. He is running in the LA Marathon later this month and he wants you to support him by making a contribution to H.O.P.E. Money given to H.O.P.E. will help families that are having a difficult time financially, get a boost. Azteca and H.O.P.E. are both on Garden Grove's Historic Main Street. J.J. says he wants to help H.O.P.E. and founder Gayle Knight because they do a lot of good things for some very deserving people. Roma Villavicencio has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 4 0 ratings Time: 02:07 More in News & Politics

Cash Mob At Zlaket's Market in Garden Grove
A crowd gathered recently on Historic Main Street in Garden Grove. Los Angeles Radio Station KFI, AM 640, held a "Cash Mob" at Zlaket's Market. Talk show host Bill Carroll asked listeners to come to Zlaket's and spend $20, and they came. Carroll and the KFI crew set up right in front of the store where they did their show. The family owned business has been feeling the pinch of the down economy and KFI wanted to help. The local market was jammed with people wanting to help too. The store features high-end meats, a deli and hot food counter as well as a huge selection of vintage soda pop. Zlaket's donated a percentage of the day's proceeds to the Garden Grove Boy's and Girl's Clubs. Roma Villavicencio has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 11 0 ratings Time: 02:42 More in News & Politics

Little Saigon Tour 2013
The Garden Grove Housing Authority hosted a tour of Little Saigon. The tour was intended to help employees of the City of Garden Grove to get better aquainted with the culture and the people in the Vietnamese community. Garden Grove TV 3 reporter Roma Villavicencio has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 8 0 ratings Time: 02:20 More in News & Politics

Women of Courage
Mallory Vega, executive director for Acacia Adult Day Services in Garden Grove, was one of twelve women honored at the fourth annual Farmers and Merchants Bank "Women of Courage" Ceremony. Garden Grove TV3 reporter Roma Villavicencio brings you more. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 5 0 ratings Time: 02:29 More in News & Politics

Tet Festival at Monroe and Northcutt Elementary Schools
Monroe Elementary shares their traditional Tet Festival with the students at Northcutt Elementary. Garden Grove TV3 reporter Kyndell Nunley has the story. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 02:46 More in News & Politics

Chief's Coin For Merit Celebration
The Garden Grove Police Department recognizes citizens who go above and beyond. Officers who encounter a resident who helps others, helps them or just does something good, are given a coin. At the end of the year, those people are invited to a dinner celebrating them and their special deeds. Police Chief Kevin Raney says he likes the positive relationship between his department and the community. Each year there is a different coin and members of the department have the opportunity to design the next year's edition. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 5 0 ratings Time: 02:58 More in News & Politics

Captain Chatfield Lands At Pacifica High School in Garden Grove
Captain Shoshana S. Chatfield graduated from Pacifica High School in 1983. Recently she landed her helicopter at Pacifica High School and talked with students about her career in the U.S. Navy. Later in the day she spoke to the Garden Grove Elks about Naval Operations. Chatfield is Commander of the Helicopter Sea Combat Wing of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. She is a helicopter pilot and instructor. Captain Chatfield credits her high school teacher for inspiring her to go on to serve her country. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 21 0 ratings Time: 03:08 More in News & Politics

Former Vietnam War Nurse Speaks in Garden Grove
Eileen Moore is an Associate Justice for the California State Court of Appeals but more than 40 years ago she was a registered nurse serving in the Vietnam War. As the second speaker in a FREE Speaker Series hosted by the Vietnam War Museum of America Foundation, Moore shares her wartime experiences including the challenges she faced as a nurse in Vietnam in 1965. Garden Grove TV3 reporter Arti Nehru has the story. The next edition of the FREE Speaker Series will feature former combat medic Jose Ramos on Thursday, March 21st at the Garden Grove Courtyard Center starting at 6 pm. From: GardenGroveTV3 Views: 86 0 ratings Time: 02:53 More in News & Politics