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BUILD Brings the Heavy Lifting to Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

October 22, 2026

BUILD, the strength-focused concept from the team behind BURN, has opened its second location inside BURN Newport Beach. The studio, which launched in August as BURN’s first location outside Los Angeles, now offers BUILD’s dedicated strength classes alongside its existing BURN programming.BUILD pairs progressive heavy lifting with low infrared heat and medical-grade red and near-infrared LED light, all in a format designed for hypertrophy, or muscle building. The 50-minute classes follow a push/pull/legs split, giving members a structured path to getting stronger over time. With just 12 benches per class, BUILD blends personalized coaching with the energy of a group…

Go Greek Yogurt Celebrates Grand Opening at Irvine Spectrum

By Greer Wylder

October 22, 2026

Go Greek Yogurt is celebrating the grand opening of its Irvine Spectrum Center location on Saturday, Oct. 24. The festivities begin with a ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl,* and there will be exclusive merch giveaways and plenty of photo ops.** Yopp, the brand’s mascot, will also make a special appearance.Rooted in traditional Greek recipes and the philosophy of meraki (creating with passion), Go Greek Yogurt is known for its artisanal approach. Its yogurt is made using traditional straining methods perfected over centuries.Signature flavors include Plain Tart, Greek Honey and Chocolate, along with…

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: How to Think About the Choice

By Greer Wylder

October 21, 2026

One of the biggest decisions people face with Medicare is choosing between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. There is no one size fits all answer, and the right choice depends on individual health needs, budget and lifestyle.Original Medicare includes Part A and Part B. Many people who choose Original Medicare also add a Medicare Supplement to help cover out-of-pocket costs, along with a separate Part D prescription drug plan. This option can offer more flexibility when it comes to seeing doctors nationwide who accept Medicare, which can be appealing for people who travel frequently or split time between different locations.Medicare…

Howl-o-ween Pup Pop-Up Comes to The LAB Anti-Mall

By Greer Wylder

October 12, 2026

Dog parents, bring your pup to celebrate the fall season at The LAB Anti-Mall's Howl-o-ween Pup Pop-Up from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Hosted by popular golden retriever Pawbrey, the event will feature more than 10 local brands offering dog gear, treats and related products and services.The afternoon also includes a costume contest for four-legged guests, with a prize for the best-dressed dog and owner. Guests can also enjoy a live DJ, a free pumpkin patch (while supplies last), pupcuterie cups and pet portraits available for purchase. A doggy relief area with real grass will be on site.…

Inside Reecess, Newport Beach’s New Wellness Destination

By Greer Wylder

July 19, 2026

I was recently invited to check out REECESS in Newport Beach, and I honestly didn't know what to expect walking in. It's unlike any wellness studio I've been to, and I've tried a lot of them.Founder Rambo Garcia built this as a hidden, high-end wellness escape, and the flagship experience is called the Biohouse Reset. It's a two-hour, fully guided protocol built around one idea: restore your energy and reset your nervous system in a single visit.The session starts with baseline diagnostics, including blood pressure, grip strength and a body composition assessment. From there, you move into what they call…