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Mission Viejo Post, Tuesday, October 20, 2026

The definitive chronicle of life in Mission Viejo.

Good morning. Here is what is happening in Mission Viejo: 4 stories this edition, each with a link to the full report.

City Hall

A 24 Hour Fitness is waiting: council introduces ordinances on commercial zoning

The City Council introduced ordinances Tuesday that would create an Indoor Entertainment Overlay Zone at the Mission Viejo Freeway Center, Mission Viejo Village Center and Kaleidoscope, according to the city's meeting summary, which is not the official record until the council approves its minutes.

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Commission clears the way for alcohol at Sal's Pizzeria, Tommy Bahama and Happylon

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved permits Monday for alcohol service at Sal's Pizzeria on Marguerite Parkway, the Marlin Bar Restaurant at The Shops at Mission Viejo and the Happylon Adventure Park on El Paseo, according to the city's meeting summary...

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Around Town

Mission Viejo names winners of its Fall Halloween Home Decorating Contest

The city announced the winners of its Fall Halloween Home Decorating Contest on Friday, October 16, in a post titled Fall Halloween Home Decorating Contest winners announced. Residents who entered, or who want to see which homes placed, can find the results on the city's website.

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Things to Do

This week in Mission Viejo: Family Storytime & Craft, Drive-Through Pet Vaccine Clinic and 27 more

What is on the city's calendar for the coming week, with times and places as the city lists them. Details and any registration are on each event's page.

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Roads

Caltrans closures this week on SR-241 and I-5 in Mission Viejo

Caltrans lists these planned closures for the coming week. Times are Pacific. Caltrans QuickMap shows live conditions.

Things to Do

This week in Mission Viejo: Farmers Market and Crafts, Candle Crafting Workshop: Relaxing Aroma Duo and 6 more

What is on the city's calendar for the coming week, with times and places as the city lists them. Details and any registration are on each event's page.

Oct 31 · Read the story
Giving Back

Senior Corps of Retirees and Trail Ambassadors: volunteer with Mission Viejo Police Services

Mission Viejo Police Services runs two volunteer programs, according to the city.

Oct 30 · Read the story
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