Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:

John Wayne Airport Expansion Continues Despite Dismal State Of Airline Industry (LAT)
The Orange County airport is undertaking a $652-million project that includes a new passenger terminal and a parking structure with at least 2,000 spaces. Not everyone, however, is on board.

Average Price Of Gas Dips Below $2 In OC (OCR)
That's 21.6 cents less than 1 week ago, $1.008 less than 1 month ago, and $2.633 less than record high.

OC Group Keeps Vietnamese Culture Alive (LAT)
Little Saigon's Lac Hong group, started by Vietnam native and zither expert Mai Nguyen, has grown to 100 students who learn traditional music and dance.

Parents Under Pressure To Keep Schools Running (OCR)
Faced with millions of dollars in cuts, O.C. educators are increasingly relying on local community support.

Soto Becomes Top Bishop In Sacramento (OCR)
Former O.C. Auxiliary Bishop takes over up north.