
Via Santa Maria Resident Facing August Public Nuisance Hearing
Resident on Via Santa Maria faces August hearing for multiple public nuisance violations related to the accumulation of refuse in his front yard.

Resident on Via Santa Maria faces August hearing for multiple public nuisance violations related to the accumulation of refuse in his front yard.

Smokey, a 14-year-old Papillon mix with oversized ears and endless energy, has become a local favorite. Meet the Mission Viejo pup whose looks have everyone thinking of Grogu.

It’s hot out there — and your dog deserves a cold treat too. Here’s a simple, vet-safe pupsicle recipe, plus the full rundown on which fruits and veggies are safe to share (and which ones to skip).

It was hot. It was humid. But that didn’t stop thousands of residents and visitors from turning out for Mission Viejo’s annual 4th of July Street Faire, where the city celebrated both Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the American story.

It was hot. It was humid. But that didn’t stop thousands of residents and visitors from turning out for Mission Viejo’s annual 4th of July Street Faire, where the city celebrated both Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the American story.

Mission Viejo sound healer Chelsey Whitaker employs sound baths help people manage anxiety, soothe the nervous system and reconnect with themselves. Instruments such as singing bowls, bells, chimes and ocean drums create soothing sounds and vibrations that promote natural relaxation and heightened levels of contemplation and awareness.

Mark Twain and Ray Bradbury started in local papers. The Mission Viejo Library Writers Group gave local writers that same shot with its 2026 Literary Anthology.
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