Following an emotional presentation marking the departure of two longtime trustees, the IUSD Board of Education on Tuesday engaged in a lively discussion over revenue enhancement opportunities.

A handful of state and local races with major implications for IUSD were decided Tuesday night.

The Irvine Public Schools Foundation has kicked off its latest campaign to raise money for local schools, with every dollar received to be matched by the City of Irvine.

Raymond Watson, who played a major role in shaping the City of Irvine as chief planner for the Irvine Company in the 1960s and ’70s, has died, according to news reports. He was 86.

Though a bigger celebration is being planned for the dedication, IUSD staged a modest groundbreaking ceremony this week for the new athletic facility that’s under construction at University High School.