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Coffee in hand, Fountain Valley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When will Souplantation's Talbert Avenue buffet finally reopen?
  • How did Fountain Valley's Barons turn a slow start into domination?
  • What Souplantation's California comeback means for Fountain Valley diners.

Also on today's calendar: Elton Dom: The Young Elton Experience and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: An afternoon shower; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Not as warm with morning rain, temps: high: 73, low: 64.
  • Monday: A couple of showers, with a high of 73 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Souplantation plans to reopen its Fountain Valley restaurant in 2027 (nbclosangeles.com) — Souplantation is officially coming back to Fountain Valley in 2027, reopening its former all-you-can-eat buffet at 11179 Talbert Avenue and restoring the classic salad, soup, and bakery setup locals remember. The company says this Orange County location will be its first in California since the pandemic closures and could pave the way for more statewide openings, though no additional sites are confirmed yet.
   

2. Surging Fountain Valley finishes strong against Woodbridge for second straight league win - (ocsportszone.com) — Fountain Valley High's football team just notched its second straight league win, beating Woodbridge 45-21 behind a huge night from quarterback Isaac Combs and receiver Drake Robinson. The Barons, now 4-3 overall and 2-0 in league, shook off early mistakes, dominated the second half, and are eyeing a strong finish with three games left.
   

3. Souplantation is planning to return to California in 2027 after a six-year absence (qz.com) — Fountain Valley is set to host Souplantation's first California comeback location in 2027, with a 7,800-square-foot restaurant planned at 11179 Talbert Avenue. The revived chain, now under new ownership, promises to bring back fan-favorite recipes and could use this Orange County opening as a springboard for additional California sites.
   

4. Sex Offender Gets More than 39 Years for Assaulting 8 Victims (mynewsla.com) — A convicted sex offender who previously exposed himself to youths at a Boys and Girls Club in Fountain Valley has been sentenced to more than 39 years in prison for a series of assaults around Santa Ana. The judge cited his disruptive courtroom behavior, prior convictions, and lack of credibility about alleged trafficking as reasons for imposing the maximum term and lifetime sex-offender registration.
   

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    Sunday October 11
  • October Fountain Valley Beginner's Golf Clinic with Yes She Golfs →
    David L. Baker Golf Course, 10410 Edinger Avenue, Fountain Valley
    • Monday October 12
  • VAR Girls' Flag Football vs Savanna HS
    Los Amigos High School, 16566 Newhope St, Fountain Valley
    4:30 pm
    • Tuesday October 13
  • JV Girls' Flag Football @ Westminster HS
    Westminster High School, 14325 Goldenwest St, Westminster
    4:30 pm
  • Fulton PTA Fundraiser ~ Skate Night
    Fountain Valley Skating Center, 9105 Recreation Cir, Fountain Va
    6:00 pm
  • VAR Girls' Flag Football @ Westminster HS
    Westminster High School, 14325 Goldenwest St, Westminster
    6:30 pm
    • Wednesday October 14
  • Planning Commission Meeting →
    Fountain Valley CA
    6:00 pm
    • Thursday October 15
  • Parenting in a Digital World
    Bolsa Grande High School, 9401 Westminster Blvd., Garden Grove
    5:00 pm
  • VAR Football vs Estancia HS (Senior Night)
    Garden Grove High School, 11271 Stanford Ave, Garden Grove
    7:00 pm
    • Friday October 16
  • City Hall Closure →
    Fountain Valley CA

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