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Also on today's calendar: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Here are the National Merit Scholarship semifinalists from Orange County for the Class of 2027 (ocregister.com) — San Clemente is represented on Orange County's 2027 National Merit Scholarship semifinalist list by a student from San Clemente High School, joining an elite group of local seniors recognized for top PSAT scores. These students now compete for finalist status and potential scholarships based on academics, activities, and leadership, with winners to be announced in the spring.
• Orange County boys water polo: JSerra remains No. 1 after another road win (ocregister.com) — San Clemente High's boys water polo team is ranked No. 9 in Orange County and is set to open the Santa Barbara Invitational against Redlands East Valley on Thursday night. The latest county rankings also show JSerra on top and several nearby schools preparing for major tournaments, giving local fans a snapshot of how the Tritons stack up this season.
• Metrolink's fare hike is here — why the train is still a top SoCal travel hack as gas prices soar (nypost.com) — San Clemente's two Metrolink stops, including the scenic pier-side station, are highlighted as budget-friendly ways to reach the beach even as Metrolink fares rise in October. The piece argues that, despite the hike, train travel across Southern California still beats soaring gas prices and offers easy day trips to spots like Disneyland, San Juan Capistrano, and downtown LA.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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