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Sunday August 23rd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Deputies say street racing led to a deadly Mission Viejo crash
  • How a Mission Viejo High alum is already impressing Washington coaches

Also on today's calendar: 💥 KIDDOS Mega Resale Event (5-DAYS ONLY - Thousands of Discount Kid Items) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Very warm, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Remaining very warm, temps: high: 96, low: 71.
  • Tuesday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 21-year-old woman killed in Mission Viejo crash caused by alleged street racing, Orange County deputies say (cbsnews.com) — A 21-year-old woman was killed Thursday night in a suspected street-racing crash near Los Alisos Boulevard and Mustang Run in Mission Viejo. Two 20-year-old Mission Viejo men were arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, and investigators are asking anyone with information to contact the Sheriff's Major Accident Investigation Team.
   

• Washington Huskies impressed by CB Jeron Jones during first fall camp (seattletimes.com) — A former Mission Viejo High football standout, cornerback Jeron Jones, is turning heads as a freshman at the University of Washington and could earn a starting role this season. Coaches credit the high-level competition and coaching he received at Mission Viejo for preparing him to excel quickly in college practices and scrimmages.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I moved to Mission Viejo in March this year since I got married and my husband is from Mission Viejo and have yet to find anyone my age to talk to or hang out with.
    It's incredibly difficult to find someone to converse with. I'm a caregiver and I'm 21, so I'm curious to know where everyone else is finding friends. (Nextdoor Mission Viejo)
  • Lost dog!
    Please call 949-322-4916 if he belongs to you. He's safe but missing home (Nextdoor Califia)
  • South Orange County Community College District posted a job opening for Graphic Arts Instructor (Graphic Design/Communications) (Part Time Faculty - SC) in Mission Viejo. Apply here.
  • Keller Williams/CA Realty Training posted a job opening for Become a Keller Williams Real Estate Agent – Entry-Level and Experienced in Mission Viejo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mission Viejo here.

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  • Who from South Orange County area's former high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Aug. 22? (southoctimes.com)

Ok Mission Viejo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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