The Capistrano Dispatch

11/26/2025

A new, safe and inclusive wellness center is now open in San Juan Capistrano for young people ages 12 to 25. Learn more at https://www.thecapistranodispatch.com/eye-on-sjc/new-san-juan-capistrano-wellness-center-supports-youth-driven-services/article_c0c3b30e-ab52-4f4a-9ae9-bfda4816225f.html.

📸: Karen Tapia

11/24/2025

Birds fill our skies with color and song, and for more than a century they have inspired citizen science projects and scientific research. Yet, since the 1970s, North America’s total bird population has declined by almost a third, by nearly three billion breeding birds, and their numbers continue to decline.

Birds fill our skies with color and song, and for more than a century they have inspired citizen science projects and scientific research. Yet, since the 1970s, North America’s total

11/21/2025

The San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association is looking to the younger generation to improve its annual events and volunteer efforts. Read our latest cover story at https://www.thecapistranodispatch.com/eye-on-sjc/teen-appointed-to-fiesta-association-board/article_2af95d1e-fb7d-4eb2-9634-8cdc5bcd7b88.html.

📸: Rick Valasek

11/19/2025

“Supporting our Marines is not a slogan someone earns by voting yes on whatever is placed in front of them. It is the work of ensuring that Marines and their families have safe housing, reliable child care, strong pay, quality medical care, accessible mental health services and real opportunities when they transition to civilian life,” Rep. Mike Levin writes.

One of the greatest honors of my seven years in Congress has been serving the Marines and families of Camp Pendleton. They are the best of us. They serve with

11/17/2025

Supervisor Katrina Foley offers updates on wildfire safety and support for our OC economy. Read :

I continue working daily to ensure Orange County remains a safe, healthy and economically thriving community for all to call home.

11/14/2025

From topics surrounding the public safety enhancements and Verdugo Street beautification to the skatepark and trail project, Mayor Troy Bourne applauded San Juan Capistrano’s growth and accomplishments during the 2025 State of the City.

From topics surrounding the public safety enhancements and Verdugo Street beautification to the skatepark and trail project, Mayor Troy Bourne applauded San Juan Capistrano’s growth and accomplishments during the 2025

11/12/2025

Assemblymember Laurie Davies of the 74th District recaps the latest state legislative session.

At the conclusion of the state legislative session, it is important to share final developments on measures I voted on. I still believe the state budget has too much wasteful

11/11/2025

The San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce hosted a one-year anniversary ribbon-cutting ceremony for Pick Me Flower Boutique.

Located inside River Street Marketplace, this unique, custom design florist shop offers not only floral arrangements but gifts, wedding and event services, and workshops.

Owners Stacey and Dave Fitts have lived in San Juan Capistrano on Los Rios street for over 27 years. Addressed at the event as a “hometown girl done right,” Stacey said she is grateful for the support of the community, friends and family.

Stop by the greenhouse at Suite 106, or call 949-795-3663.

11/10/2025

Sept. 30 may mark the day communities in Southern California first took initiative to protect themselves from deadly nuclear waste stranded indefinitely at San Onofre.

11/06/2025

POLLS ARE OPEN! Show some love for the best of our equestrian community in the 19th annual Best of San Juan Capistrano People’s Choice Horseshoe Awards! Vote for your favorite restaurants, businesses, shops and locales through Dec. 19 at surveymonkey.com/r/BestofSanJuanCapistrano2025.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Kids love getting dressed up and going trick-or-treating, but before their night of spooky fun begins, keep in mind a few tips to help keep kids safe. Go to thecapistranodispatch.com/sjc-living/halloween-safety-tips-keeping-kids-safe-on-halloween/article_6c909c16-d12c-43b2-90cb-ae93016bfd5e.html.

10/30/2025

Wow — what a powwow! The celebration of the founding of the United States and the San Juan Capistrano Mission has begun, as we approach the 250th anniversary of both.