San Juan Capistrano residents questioned evacuation notifications, firefighting deployments and protections for damaged properties during a Tuesday, Oct. 20, meeting, as officials outlined preparations for rain near the Norte Fire burn area. Link in bio. 📸: Alan Gibby

Another prestigious meet, another title, another trophy ceremony. Read more at the link in bio. 📸: Dylan Stewart for jserraathletics on Instagram

Playing without its top two quarterbacks and contending with severe Santa Ana winds, San Juan Hills relied on defense and a clutch fourth-quarter touchdown to edge host Yorba Linda 14-10 on Thursday, Oct. 15 at Shapell Stadium. Read about it at the link in bio. 📸: Alan Gibby

What was initially imagined as a weekend passion project has grown into a year-round nonprofit serving more than 100 children each week through therapeutic horseback riding and surfing. Read more at the link in bio. 📸: Angélica Escobar

As wildfire risk increasingly extends beyond SoCal’s traditional fire season, Orange County public safety officials are expanding firefighting resources and urging residents to prepare their homes and evacuation plans before an emergency begins. Link in bio. 📸: Courtesy photo

The San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce held a candidates’ forum Monday, Oct. 5, with its first segment giving the community a chance to hear directly from City Council District 2 candidates Erin Beyer and Jeff Moore. Link in bio.

Butterfly wings, colorful hats and native plants filled Los Rios Park on Saturday, Oct. 3, as families gathered for the annual Festival of the Butterflies. Read about it at the link in bio. 📸: Hayze Law

Across San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point and San Clemente, aging well is about far more than managing health — it is about thriving with purpose, energy and meaningful community connections. Read our latest Fall Aging Well special section at the link in bio.

The JSerra girls cross country team rolls on. Link in bio.

High school football action across San Juan Capistrano saw local squads face challenging matchups as league play kicked off and non-conference battles continued. Link in bio.

Beneath the ruins of the Great Stone Church, Mission San Juan Capistrano recently held its annual Romance of the Mission gala, marking its 250th anniversary and honoring the Native people whose ancestors helped build the landmark. Link in bio. 📸: Lisa Renee Photography

As 2026 nears a close, there are still events to celebrate and discover for honoring our 250th anniversary. Link in bio.

After a years-long relocation process, Camino Real Playhouse is back in San Juan Capistrano with a new home and a full lineup of shows for the year ahead. Details at the link in bio. 📸: Courtesy of President and Artistic Director Leslie Eisner

Marking its 250th year, San Juan Capistrano held its annual State of the City on Sept. 17 at El Adobe de Capistrano, with Mayor John Campbell delivering the keynote address. Link in bio.

Out now in the Capo Dispatch: Crib to College, an educational guide to your child’s success and a localized resource designed to help South Orange County families thrive at every step along the way. Pick up a copy or click the link in bio.

The defending CIF champion JSerra flag football team, ranked No. 1 nationally by MaxPreps, extended its winning streak to 46 games on Tuesday with a 38-0 victory over Trinity League rival Orange Lutheran. Read this week’s #SanJuanRoundup at the link in bio. 📸: Don August

On Homecoming Night, Sept. 18, the San Juan Hills Stallions dominated the Mira Costa Mustangs 63–21. Read this week’s #SJCFootballRecap at the link in bio. 📸: Alan Gbby

The South Orange County Walk to End Alzheimer’s is returning to Rancho Mission Viejo this weekend, with more than $100,000 already raised for dementia care, support programs and scientific research. thecapistranodispatch.com/ey…

As Palisades Elementary celebrates 65 years in the Capistrano Beach community, school supporters are looking toward its future with growing enrollment, expanded enrichment programs and a new fundraiser designed to bring the wider community together. picketfencemedia.com/thecapi…

The Daughters of the American Revolution San Clemente Island Chapter is commemorating the 239th anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution with its annual bell-ringing ceremony at Mission San Juan Capistrano. thecapistranodispatch.com/ey…