Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

OC Fair Board To Vote Again On Free Tickets (OCR)
A complaint was filed that the board violated the state's open meeting laws when it approved a new policy limiting complimentary tickets.

Massive Yet Stealthy Warship Puts In To Seal Beach Port (OCR)
USS New Orleans amphibious ship docks at weapons station.

Fountain Valley Approves Undergrounding Power Lines (OCR)
The intersection of Talbert Avenue and Bushard Street may soon be free of above-ground utilities.

Building Their Positions (DP)
Costa Mesa's first City Council candidates' forum of the season Thursday was a tame one.

Bay Project Funds Can Last Through October (DP)
There should be enough funds to finish one phase of the dredging, officials say. The others' budgets remain in question.

Cook Challenges Rohrabacher To A Series Of Debates (DP)
Debbie Cook challenged Rep. Dana Rohrabacher on Thursday to three town-hall-style debates before the November election.

Plans To Build Atop Casta del Sol Golf Course Scrapped (OCR)
Developer says slow growth in housing and a cold reception from the city and residents contributed to the decision.

Yard Wars: Neighbors Nettled By Nature Gone Wild (OCR)
One man's quest to grow native plants, they say, pushes the limits of green living.

Principal DUI Arraignment Delayed Once Again (OCR)
Nancy Jean Bower granted third continuance, with her next court hearing scheduled for Sept. 18.

English-Only Could Hamper Students, Principal Says (OCR)
The principal of Marco Forster Middle School says all students are well-served there and that teaching students about a variety of cultures can ultimately lead to understanding.

Secretary: Ex-Pastor Mixed Church School, Personal Funds (OCR)
Hearing covers Calvary Baptist former pastors' handling of millions in church money.