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Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• JSerra football dominates Oak Hills for its third consecutive victory (ocregister.com) — In San Juan Capistrano, JSerra High's football team crushed Oak Hills 63-0, marking its third straight win and showcasing a dominant offense and stifling defense. Quarterback Hayes Cloutier and pass rusher Godschoice Eboigbodin led the way on a celebratory Homecoming night as the Lions wrapped nonleague play and prepared for a tough Trinity League schedule.
• Evan Marks Shares How He Turned the Ecology Center Into Orange County's Hub for Regenerative Agriculture on 'The Zest' (orangecoast.com) — San Juan Capistrano's own Ecology Center is spotlighted for transforming a former farmhouse into a leading regional hub for regenerative agriculture, education, and community-building. Founder Evan Marks shares how the nonprofit grew to serve hundreds of thousands of children, donate large amounts of organic food, and earn top regenerative certification, offering a model of sustainability rooted right in your backyard.
• Metrolink's fare hike is here — why the train is still a top SoCal travel hack as gas prices soar (nypost.com) — Metrolink fares are rising about 14% starting Oct. 5, but the article argues train travel can still be a bargain for South Orange County riders. San Juan Capistrano is spotlighted as a scenic, walkable day-trip stop where the historic district and mission sit steps from the station, offering locals and visitors a car-free way to enjoy the town despite higher ticket prices.
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