Sunday, October 4, 2026
ABOVE THE FOLD
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The Last of the Mohicans
Even though the long time Fullerton High School Mascot was changed from the Indians to the Red Hawks, the Iconic Indian Chief Head Center Court will remain in the same place it has been for the past 75 years. The School Gymnasium.
By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
Photo By Allen Bacon
Over the summer, the Fullerton High School campus, was quietly transformed from being "The Home of the Indians" to the "Home of the Red Hawks".
After a long debate, which dated back to the late 1960's, whether a Native American Indian Chief is an appropriate mascot for a school, a California state bill initiated by Governor Gavin Newsome, tipped the decision to the Anti-Indian tribe.
After over one hundred years of being known as the Indians, Fullerton High School is now known as the Red Hawks.
In a poll conducted by BOSCO Fullerton , close to 98% of the Fullerton High School alumni surveyed say they will never adopt the new mascot name.
There is more than one protest being organized by Alumni for this week's Homecoming Football Game.
Most of the murals and signage depicting Indian Chiefs, some of which were class gifts painted by former students, were covered up by large format display signage this summer. These new signs feature either the "F" with feathers Logo or the new Red Hawk Logo.
It's significant to note that the Indian murals were not painted over....they were covered up.
This is because the school administration learned a valuable lesson from a previous summer a few decades back when the paint crew painted over an iconic and historical mural on the outside of Plummer Auditorium. The mural was eventually meticulously restored to the original state.
The murals could be brought back later for special events or in the event there is a change of heart on the mascot name. For instance, the FUHS Class of 1976 is asking to uncover their class gift, a mural depicting an Indian Chief, painted by a student, in time for their 50th reunion.
There is also a provision of the State bill that says if a school gets approval from a local Indian Tribe they could re-institute the Indian Chief as the mascot.
There was one exception on the removal or hiding of the Indian imagery on campus.
It is the original center court Indian Chief Logo that was in the old gymnasium on Pomona Street since the 1940's. The center court has been in prominent display in the new gymnasium lobby. The lobby doubles as a museum of Fullerton High School Sports History.
There was discussion over the Summer that the center court would be part of a permanent installation in the Fullerton High School Library highlighting the history of the school.
The decision was made for the center court to stay exactly where it has been for the past 75 years. In the FUHS Gymnasium.
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Books: David Jerome's America
iheartAmerica
An iPhone photographic tour of
the USA on her 250th birthday
Smack Books
Five Scoops of Bosco (out of five)
Reviewed by Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
One of the marks of a great photo centric "coffee table" book is when you can look through it multiple times and see something new, exciting, and interesting every trip through.
Life-long Fullerton Resident Humorist, Author, Columnist, Photographer David Jerome has created that book.
Jerome's second photographic (and seventh overall) book iheartAmerica An iPhone photographic tour of the USA on her 250th birthday was released the week of America's 250th Birthday.
It's an absolute gem.
Jerome, who among other things, has written the popular newspaper column "Mr. Bucket List" where he experiences America first hand and writes about it has also documented with photos his many stops. His wonderful photographic instincts are on par with his writing talent. I declare a tie.
To quote the prophet Rod Stewart, "Every picture tells a story, don't it?"
It's very hard to pick a favorite but Jerome's view from the stage at the Ryman Theater at the Grand Ole Opery (Nashville), "Breaking Bad Santas" (Albuquerque), "On Deck, Miller Park" (Milwaukee), "The Church of Fumigation" (Key West), "International UFO Museum" (Roswell), "Night Cactus" (Scottsdale) is a snap shot of the wonderful blend of the humorous, quirky, and beautiful contained in the close to 150 photographs in this book.
The best thing you can do is experience America on your own. The next best thing is to flip through this book.
I dare you to look at this book just once.
Jerome's book is available in Fullerton at the Fullerton Museum Center gift store. If purchased at the Fullerton Museum, all proceeds go to the Museum.
Live Music: Jude Carter at Night Owl
Night Owl Acoustic Showcase
Saturday July 25
Five scoops of Bosco
Reviewed by Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
One week in front of the much anticipated release of his first album, "Running In Traffic" on July 31, Jude Carter delivered a wonderful set of eleven songs (ten originals and one cover) as part of the Night Owl Saturday Showcase.
It was a warm late July early evening so to the delight of the audience and because the vibe called for it, Carter made the last minute decision to go nearly unplugged. Nine of the songs were accompanied by his acoustic guitar and the final two he performed on keyboards.
Carter has been establishing himself (to borrow a baseball term) as a five tool player. He tells very interesting stories with his original lyrics, accompanied by music that you love right from the first time you hear it. This Showcase also demonstrated his talent as a singer and musician. In addition, he has a nice, fun, stage presence.
My personal favorites in this show were his originals "Back To You", "Sleeping In This Bed I Made", "'Beca at the Coffee Shop", and "All My Friends are on Drugs". Then half way through he surprised everybody with a wonderful acoustic take of Michael Jackson's PYT.
Can't wait to listen to his "Running In Traffic" album. Due out this weekend on all the platforms.
Food: Kalaveras Fullerton Is Muy Bueno
122 E. Commonwealth, Fullerton
Five Scoops of Bosco
Reviewed By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
I have to admit, when I first passed the Mexican restaurant Kalaveras, I was a little intimidated by the El Dia De Muerto imagery.
As a wanna be Graphic Artist, I was intrigued, but a little scared at the same time. I think it is because when I was growing up, when you saw an image of a skull on anything, that was usually not a good thing.
That slight fear quickly went away the minute I stepped into Kalaveras. This is because you are suddenly immersed in the festive vibrant colors, music, sights and sounds of celebration of the traditional El Dia De Muerto.
That is all well and good, but would it pass the taste test?
My wife and I have a very simple test when we eat at a Mexican Restaurant for the first time. We order a Molcajete and for dessert we order a flan with a coffee.
Don't let the fact that the folks at Kalaveras call their Molcajete a Parrillada and serve it on a flat cast iron skillet as opposed to a cast iron bowl throw you off.
Their take on the Parrillada (Molcajete) is a wonderful mix of marinated steak, chicken breast, shrimp, chorizo, quesso fresco, and Toreado Pepper seasoned to near perfection.
The flan we had for dessert was also very well done. Great texture with caramel and strawberries, garnished with mint. The coffee? Folgers Classic.
We can't wait to go back and try the rest of the food on the Kalaveras menu.
FULLERTON ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE
PETER BRANDON comes to the Muckenthaler Cultural Center Thurs Oct. 15 7:30 PM
BOOKS: Local Author Heather Wilson is at Barnes and Nobles Fullerton Sat. Oct. 10 1 PM to sign copies of her new book, a collection of short stories, Escape Into the Reverie... Josh Spero, author of the Hall Lore Ween Trilogy will be at Barnes and Nobles Fullerton on Fri Oct. 16 at 5 PM. Barnes and Nobles Fullerton is at Amerige Heights Town Center 1923 West Malvern Ave., Fullerton, CA 92833.
Friends of the Fullerton Public Library is having a 2-Day Book Sale, Fri Oct. 9 and Sat. Oct. 10 10 AM - 4 PM both days. Main Library Conference Center 353 W. Commonwealth in Fullerton
LIVE MUSIC/CONCERTS:
ACOUSTIC ROCK/FOLK/JAZZ: The Night Owl Saturday Acoustic Showcase features one hour sets from four new and upcoming artists every Saturday night. Shows start at 6 PM. Next show is Sat. Oct. 10. Night Owl , 200 N. Harbor Blvd. Admission is free. Buy a coffee.
The Fullerton Museum Center presents Garden Sessions, a free concert series. Every Thursday night through October. Featuring a different musical artist every week. 4 PM-8:30 PM. Next show is Thurs. Oct. 8 at 4 PM. Admission is free. Fullerton Museum Center, 301 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton
CLASSICAL: Lumos Presents a Vivaldi & Mozart Candlelight Experience on Sat. Oct. 10 at the St. Andrews Episcopal Church 1231 E. Chapman Ave. Fullerton. Shows at 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Information and Tickets at lumos-experience.com.
Dimitri Illarionov and Nikolai Sivchuk perform at Fullerton First United Methodist Church, 114 N. Pomona Ave, Fullerton Oct. 24, 3:30 PM as part of the Fullerton Friends of Music Series. Admission is without charge. More information at fullertonfriendsofmusic.org
COUNTRY/AMERICANA: Peter Brandon performs at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center Thurs. Oct. 15. 1201 W. Malvern Ave, Fullerton. Show starts at 7:30 PM. Tickets at the Door or through www.themuck.org. 714.738.6595
JAZZ: Joshua Ryan Wood and the West Coast Combo perform at the St. Andrews Episcopal Church Sun. Oct. 4 1231 E. Chapman Ave. Admission is Free. Show starts at 4 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026
SPORTS
Water Polo: Week In the Rear View
The Fullerton High School Red Hawks remained on top of the Empire League with a 10-8 win at Buena Park on Thurs. Sept. 29.
By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
Photo by Allen Bacon
Cal State Fullerton Men's Water Polo has increased their win streak to eight.
The Titans went 4-0 over the weekend with a sweep in the Gary Troyer Tournament. against Claremont-Mudd-Script and Chapman in Claremont on Fri. Oct. 2 and wins in Pomona against La Verne and Whittier College on Sat. Oct. 3.
With the streak the Titans are 17-8 going into Big West Play. The first Big West game will be against cross county rival UC Irvine in the Irvine Pool on Friday Oct. 9 at 6 PM. The game is scheduled to be streamed on the ESPN Plus Streaming Service.
The Fullerton High School Red Hawks remained on top of the Empire League with a 10-8 win at Buena Park on Thurs. Sept. 29.
With the win the Red Hawks are 3-0 in League and 8-12 overall.
FUHS is next in action in the Fullerton High Pool on Tues. Oct. 6 against Santa Ana High. This will be the final Empire League Game of the season. Game time is 5 PM.
The Hope International Royals of Fullerton were involved in an important GSAC Matchup against the Embry-Riddle Eagles on Sat. Oct. 3 at the Darling Pavilion. The Royals defeated the Eagles 3-0.
Volleyball: Weekly Roundup
By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
Photo By Allen Bacon
For the second time this season the Hope International University Royals of Fullerton Women's Volleyball team defeated the Embry-Riddle Eagles of Arizona.
The match was played at Darling Pavillion on the HIU Campus in Fullerton on Sat. Oct. 3.
The Royals dominated the match shutting out the Eagles 3-0 (25-16, 25-21, 25-18).
With the win the Royals improved to 6-10 Overall on the season and 4-3 in the GSAC.
The Lady Royals go on the road to San Dimas to take on Life Pacific on Fri. Oct. 9. The Match begins at 7 PM. They will be back to the friendly confines of the Darling Pavilion on Sat. Oct. 10 for a match against Arizona Christian. The match begins at 1 PM. The games are GSAC conference games and the Royals are currently in third place in the nine team Conference and will be looking to get closer to front runners The Masters and QUAZ.
Both games are scheduled to stream on the GSAC Network.
Football: Week In the Rear View
The Fullerton Titans 8U Pop Warner Team used a balanced attack to shutout Montebello in a game at Jack Hutcherson Field at Lion's Field.
By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
Photo by Allen Bacon
Fullerton High School opened Kappa League action with a 28-20 victory over visiting Esperanza.
The game was played at Fullerton Union High School Stadium on Fri. Oct. 2 and was the Homecoming Game for the Red Hawks.
The Red Hawks improved to 4-2 Overall and are 1-0 in the newly formed Kappa League.
FUHS is next in action at Home against Canyon High School on Thurs. Oct. 8. Kickoff is 7 PM at Fullerton Union Stadium.
In a game played at Fullerton Union High School Stadium on Thurs Oct. 1, the Troy Warriors dropped their Delta League opener to Laguna Beach 28-14.
The Warriors were down at the half 14-7 but came back to tie the game late in the third on a 41 yard run by Junior RB Riley Billington and the ensuing PAT by Senior Noah Torosian.
The Breakers would come back in the fourth quarter with two touchdowns to seal the victory.
Troy High evened their over all record to 3-3 and are 0-1 in the newly formed Delta League.
The Warriors are back in action at the FUHS District Stadium to play Western High School on Fri. Oct. 9. Kickoff is 7 PM. The game is scheduled to stream on the NFHS Network.
Sunday, May 7, 2023
BUSINESS: The Keto-Friendly Alt Kafe
The Keto Alternative
Fullerton, California
5 Scoops of Bosco
Editors Note: The Alt Cafe closed on August 1. However, Cody Round's Food Prep Service Club Keto and The Keto Alternative, is alive and well. Ordering online is available and Cody will be rolling out a new Vending Machine option soon.
Reviewed by Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
One of the challenges of adopting the Low Carb/low sugar/Keto lifestyle is finding good places to eat that support the lifestyle.
I personally have adopted the mind-set that I can go in to any restaurant or diner and modify a menu to fit my low carb, low sugar lifestyle. Over the years, I have gotten pretty darn good at it. I am kind of proud of myself.
Except bakeries. It's extremely hard to do Low Carb, low sugar or Keto in a bakery. And I have always loved bakeries.
When I go to a bakery. I usually end up getting coffee. Black. All the while taking in the wonderful bakery aroma.
All this menu modification can be mentally exhausting. I really don't want to work that hard at it. I have other important things to do. Like eating.
So, I was thrilled to discover a few weeks back as I was on my walk of a section of the historic and iconic El Camino Real (AKA Harbor Blvd.) through my hometown of Fullerton a quaint new diner, The Alt Kafe, The Keto Alternative.
The Alt Kafe is actually a half block west from the El Camino Real (Harbor Blvd) on Chapman Avenue in Fullerton but totally worth the diversion from the walk. I was already walking anyway. So an extra half a block wasn't going to kill me. But I digress.
The first time I went to the Alt Kafe, I was fortunate enough to run into Cody Rounds, the owner and chef. Cody is originally from South Carolina so he has this infectious Southern Hospitality vibe which spreads to his entire staff. So I fell instantly in like with Cody and his team.
The food is absolutely delicious. All the items I have eaten so far are winners. Cody has been involved with the keto lifestyle for a while and has been doing food prep and catering (and continues to have a thriving food prep service called the Keto Alternative) his Keto-Friendly fare before he opened up the Kafe as a brick and mortar. He has crafted a wonderful menu to choose from. He has been tweaking the menu at the Kafe ever since he opened in February so the original menu is evolving weekly. Check online to see the latest offerings. The website is www.theketoalternative.com/alt-cafe but they are also on all the social media platforms as well.
So far I have tried and enjoyed the following:
The Ollie Burger. A beef burger with pimento cheese, bacon and pickles usually on a low carb bun although I had this as a lettuce wrap.
The Western Burger, which is a beef burger with pepper jack pimento cheese, grilled jalapenos, bacon, spicy comeback sauce on a keto bun.
Alt Kafe's take on the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich is my favorite so far. It is a chicken breast breaded in pork rinds and parmesan cheese with Nashville hot sauce topped with slaw and pickles. Spoiler alert on the Nashville hot sauce. It is very hot. I wisely took it on the side.
Other items on the current menu include the Sammy (A crispy seared 6 ounce filet of salmon served over a veggie risotto made from mushrooms, cauliflower and spinach). My server on the return trip told me this along with the Thai Chicken Salad, Nashville Nuggies and Nashville-Cali Mac are the most popular items right now.
I mentioned earlier my love of bakeries and the challenge of eating low carb, low sugar bakery and dessert items in a diner or restaurant. Alt Kafe comes to the rescue with a wide array of delicious Keto-friendly, low carb dessert and bakery options. My favorite so far are all of the scones, a Red Velvet Cheese cake as well as a German Chocolate cake.
Breakfast is served every Saturday morning and the breakfast menu includes a Western Omelette, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, and Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich.
Enjoy.
Saturday, April 1, 2023
STORIES: The Forgotten Fullerton Rock Band
By Allen Bacon, BOSCO Fullerton
When I was eight years old, my second grade teacher, Mrs. Cahill, (shoutout to Richman Elementary in Fullerton, CA) gave us the assignment to write a story and then draw an illustration to go with the story.
My story was of a fictitious band called the Removers in which I was the frontman. My brother was the drummer and two of our relatives were the bass and lead guitarist.
I ran out of space so I ditched the fourth member of the group. I found out later, from my artist/art teacher wife that I actually made the right call artistically. It’s called “the rule of thirds”.
Plus my cousin wasn’t a great guitarist anyway.
So we became a power trio.
Check out our outfits. So Mod.
To make an already long story shorter... This crayon drawing ended up on the walls of the Muckenthaler Center. Each year they would highlight the "best" art from the grade schoolers in Fullerton.
To this day...I wonder how I got in that exhibit. Was Mrs. Cahill on the board that chose the winners? Look at this drawing...It's horrible! Now my neighbor friend Larry Dodson could draw and paint! He was an artist! Me....not so much....but I digress.
So, I ended up as the answer to a trivia question. If you want to win a bet and the question is. “Whose art was displayed at the Muckenthaler Center first? Is it Fine Artist Marta Bacon (whose had more than one of her pieces displayed over the years at the Muck) or her husband Allen Bacon? .... the answer would be me, Allen Bacon .
The Removers were a cover band. We played a lot of Monkees, Beatles, Buffalo Springfield and whatever else I was listening to on KEZY 1190 AM on my AM Transistor radio in 1967.
Now if I can just find my story. It’s somewhere in my garage.
Saturday, March 2, 2013
OP-ED: Transportation Study Is Unnecessary
As a frequent user of the Southern California as well as the National Transportation Systems, I was more than a little concerned at the recent approval of spending over a Quarter Million Dollars by the Orange County Transit Authority to conduct a study relating to the feasibility of a transportation system from the campus of Cal State Fullerton to Downtown Fullerton.
Our City Council in my hometown of Fullerton, California generously agreed to chip in $30,000 for this study. $30,000 that we really shouldn't be spending when we have other things to worry about like dilapidated water/sewage pipes, bad roads and out of control pensions.
No one asked me, but if they did, I could have saved the Taxpayers over a Quarter Million Dollars.
Here's The Secret. Are you ready for this?
That transportation system already exists.
It's called OCTA Routes 26 and 24. And when the Metrolink Placentia Station opens you will be able to take the Metrolink from Downtown Fullerton to Downtown Placentia and jump on the 26 or 24 there...and go on to nearby CSUF. Or, for the more adventurous or health conscious...Walk or bicycle a mile from the Placentia Metrolink Station to the campus.
OCTA Route 26 runs every 35 minutes or so during peak hours from Cal State Fullerton to the Fullerton Downtown Transportation Center.
So maybe you spend a fraction of the quarter million dollars to promote that route, then as ridership increases and pays for itself, then you add more frequency on that line.
Maybe you have a Route 26A at that time which just goes from the University to Downtown. (Route 26 currently continues on to Yorba Linda to the East and Buena Park to the West). And maybe you do a nice advertising bus wrap in Cal State Fullerton Titan Orange and Blue that calls Route 26, are you ready for this, the Campus-Downtown Connection.
The point is, that spending over a quarter million dollars of our hard-earned taxpayers money on a study that we already know the answer to, is pointless and a waste of money.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)