💌 Hey AV Fam! The Valley’s showing off some sweet weather this week, cool mornings, warm afternoons, and a hint of fall in the air. The weather’s perfect for sipping coffee, wandering through town, or hitting up your favorite local spots. From grabbing tacos to exploring the trails or just enjoying the sunshine, we’ve got your weekly dose of news, events, and feel-good vibes.

Let’s get into it ⤵️

🚨 Top Stories: Acton Speaks Up: Locals question train drop-off safety and traffic.
🌹 Community News: AVTA Says Ride Right: Fare Evasion Enforcement Begins!
🍴 AV Eats: Sip, Savor, and Swoon: The Raven’s Nest Experience
⚽ Sports News: AV Alta FC falls hard in Naples; AVC football dominates again; full high school scoreboard.
🎭 AV Happenings: The Little Mermaid brings magic to LPAC; AV Fair’s final weekend; concerts, fall festivals & more.

Top Stories

🚉Acton Speaks Up: Locals Raise Questions About Train Drop-Offs

Things got lively at the Acton Town Council meeting this week! Locals packed the room to talk about something that’s got the community buzzing: people possibly experiencing homelessness being dropped off at the town’s Metrolink station.

Residents shared what they’ve seen: folks arriving with backpacks or luggage, hopping on the train, and heading out of town. Some wondered if they’re coming from Lancaster or other nearby areas.

One resident mentioned seeing people from Cal City getting dropped off by the Kern County bus to catch a train to Union Station. The comments sparked plenty of questions and conversation, but so far, there’s no proof of any official relocation effort.

“I don’t know that there’s any evidence,” said Council Vice President Don Laird. “There should be no organized plan to put homeless people on a train and send them to the end of the line.”

With Acton’s wide-open spaces and few nearby services, neighbors say they’re just looking out for both residents and those who may need help.

Countywide, Metro says there’s been some good news: homelessness across its transit system has dropped by nearly 40% in the past year, and more than 2,700 people have been connected to housing.

For Acton, though, it’s all about finding balance, keeping the community safe, informed, and compassionate while bigger conversations play out across the county.

📬 Local Update: Mailbox Plus Revives Quartz Hill’s Postal Services

Good news, Quartz Hill! You can still take care of your mailing and shipping right in town. After the USPS shuttered the contract for the Office at 50th St. West in September, Mailbox Plus stepped in and reopened the location on October 1, expanding it into a full-service hub.

Then new owner Yasaira Dominguez remodeled the space, kept an employee, and added services including FedEx, UPS, DHL, passport photos, Live Scan fingerprinting services. Postal boxes are back (with her own units), and former owner Stan Boylan will still play a role. Local customers say this move “saves time and money” and keeps essential services close to home.

It’s more than a post office reopening, it’s the community standing up and keeping Quartz Hill connected. Next time you mail something, stop in at the revived spot and say congrats to the team.

Sports News

⚽ AV Alta FC Falls Late in 3‑2 Battle vs. Charlotte

AV Alta pushed hard in Charlotte on October 10, but came up just short in a 3‑2 loss. Charlotte held off a late Alta surge with a stoppage-time strike from Souaibou Marou, sealing the win. Alta put two in the net (goals by Alexis Cerritos and Christian Ortiz) and kept pressure on, but Charlotte’s depth and clutch finishing proved decisive.

Momentum matters: a strong showing in the next match could keep hopes alive; another setback would likely seal their finish outside playoff contention.

Current USL1 Standing : 10th Place
Record: 7-11-10
Last Home Game: AV Alta Vs. Richmond Kickers - Oct 17 at 7:30PM
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🏈AVC College Football

AVC 37 Vs. Victor Valley 39
Record: 5 - 1
Upcoming Game: AVC @ LA Southwest - Oct 18 at 6pm

🏫High School Sports

AV High Football Scores:
Paraclete (6-1) 38 Vs. St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy 29
Palmdale (2-5) 54 Vs. Antelope Valley (0-7) 6
Eastside (1-6) 6 Vs. Highland (3-4) 49
Knights (2-5) 12 Vs. Quartz Hill (3-4) 41
Lancaster (5-2) 54 Vs. Little Rock (3-4) 0

🗓️Event Spotlight

Celebrate Native Heritage at AVIM’s Annual Gathering - Oct 18 & 19

The Annual Native American Celebration returns to the Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park in Lancaster. From 11 AM to 4 PM both days, this event invites our community to immerse itself in centuries‑deep culture, connection, and creativity.

You’ll be welcomed with a blessing by elder storytellers from the Chumash/Fernandeño Tataviam Band, then treated to hoop dancing, Aztec performances, Northern drum music, and traditional storytelling woven through the grounds.

Wander through artisan booths featuring jewelry, beadwork, gourd art, and more, watch a flint‑knapping demo, or try your hand at clay and acorn‑pounding activities. Kids (12 and under) get in free, and adult tickets are $10.

There’s also a taste of home: fry bread and Indian tacos will be available from the Wildhorse Native American Association.

📍 Location: Antelope Valley Indian Museum SHP, 15701 East Avenue M, Lancaster
🕚 Hours: 11 AM – 4 PM, Oct 18 & 19
💵 Admission: Adults $10 | Youth 12 & Under Free
🍽️ Food & Art: Traditional food, craft vendors, performances, and hands-on activities
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🎃 Spooky Fun at Lancaster’s Halloween Haunt - Oct 18

If you’ve got kids (or you're just a big kid at heart), Lancaster’s Halloween Haunt is the place to be this fall! Happening Saturday, October 18 from 4 to 8 PM at Lancaster National Soccer Center, this free event brings all the festive fun without any tricks, just treats.

There’s something for everyone: trick-or-treat stations, carnival games, spooky crafts, magic show, and a costume parade that’s always full of creative (and adorable) surprises, and so much more! Don’t miss the Haunted Maze for a scare or two, and plenty of laughs. It’s one of the biggest community nights of the season and a great way to soak up that small-town Halloween spirit with neighbors, friends, and family. Costumes encouraged, candy guaranteed!

📍 Location: Lancaster National Soccer Center - 43000 30th St. E, Lancaster, CA 93535
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Upcoming Events

🎶 Upcoming Concerts & Live Events 🎤

• Music Bingo Night @ Coach's Sports Bar & Grille Rosamond - Oct 14

  📍4417 West Rosamond Boulevard Rosamond, CA 93560
  🕓 Oct 14th at 6PM
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• Agent Orange with Since We Were Kids Live in Concert - Oct 17

  📍40242 La Quinta Lane #Unit 101 Palmdale, CA 93551
  🕓 Oct 17th at 7PM
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• Ronstadt Revival: A Tribute to a Legend - Oct 19

  📍LPAC - 750 West Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, CA 93534
  🕓 Oct 19th at 2PM
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• Un Día De Los Muertos con Mariachi Los Camperos - Oct 25

  📍LPAC - 750 West Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, CA 93534
  🕓 Oct 25th at 8PM
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• Blind Boys of Alabama - Oct 26

  📍LPAC - 750 West Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, CA 93534
  🕓 Oct 26th at 7PM
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• Club Juke: A Sinner’s Juke Joint – Friday, Oct. 31

  📍31880 Aliso Canyon Road Acton, CA 93510
  🕓 Oct 31 at 5PM-10PM
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• Halloween with Houdini: The Life and Work of the Great Harry Houdini – Friday, Oct. 31

  📍38334 10th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
  🕓 Oct 31 at 6PM
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Weekly Weather

📅 Sun, Oct 12 – ☀️ Mostly Sunny | High: 86° / Low: 58°
📅 Mon, Oct 13 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 86° / Low: 59°
📅 Tue, Oct 14 – ☀️ Sunny-ish | High: 86° / Low: 49°
📅 Wed, Oct 15 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 75° / Low: 49°
📅 Thu, Oct 16 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 77° / Low: 51°
📅 Fri, Oct 17 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 75° / Low: 50°
📅 Sat, Oct 18 – 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | High: 77° / Low: 51°
📅 Sun, Oct 19 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 74° / Low: 49°