💌 Hey AV Fam! Feels like the weather's finally giving us a little break, right? Mornings are cooler, the sun's not out for revenge, and you can kinda tell fall is on its way. Whether you're out grabbing tacos, catching a game, or just enjoying the breeze, we’re wishing you a great week ahead.

Let’s get into it ⤵️

🚨 Top Stories: A tragic week on the roads; heated debate over shutting down incoming Metrolink trains.
🌹 Community News: Lancaster High students shine at STEM showcase
🍴 AV Eats: Birria Superior delivers bold birria flavor and a cult-worthy consomé.
⚽ 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

🚨 A Tragic Week on Lancaster Roads: 4 Lives Lost in Separate Crashes

Our mission is to highlight all the great and positive things happening here in the AV, and we will continue to do just that. But this week’s heartbreaking accidents struck a chord, and we felt it was important to take a moment to speak directly to our community.

In just a few short days, three separate crashes across Lancaster have claimed four lives and left several others injured. The incidents happened at different times and locations; one late at night, another early in the morning, and one involving multiple vehicles in a busy area.

The victims were our neighbors, young adults, older drivers, and families now left grieving. While investigations are still ongoing, early reports suggest that speeding and reckless driving may have played a role in at least one of the crashes.

💬 We’re asking everyone in the AV, let’s do better behind the wheel.
Slow down. Drive sober. Stay off your phone. Buckle up. And remember, every trip, no matter how short, is a chance to protect a life.

Even one life lost is too many. Let’s take care of each other out there.

🚉 Could Lancaster Shut Down Incoming Trains?

City officials say it’s about public safety — critics say it hurts commuters

There’s a heated conversation picking up in Lancaster after Vice Mayor Marvin Crist floated the idea of shutting down all incoming Metrolink trains to the city.

The proposal? Stop people from riding into Lancaster, and instead create a “bus bridge” from Palmdale or Acton to bring daily commuters back up north. The reason? Crist says too many unhoused individuals are being sent in from LA County, and Lancaster is being left to deal with it.

At a recent AVTA board meeting, Crist said that about 25 people per day who appear to be unhoused are arriving at the Lancaster station, and not heading back out. He claims this is part of a larger trend with LA “cleaning up downtown” ahead of major global events like the Olympics, World Cup, and Super Bowl, and pushing the problem out to smaller cities like ours.

He also claimed that a veterans group provided affidavits saying they were paid to bring unhoused individuals to the AV.

Needless to say, this idea is raising eyebrows. LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger pushed back, saying cutting Metrolink service would be a big hit to working folks who rely on the line daily.

According to Crist, outbound Metrolink rides wouldn’t change — the closure would only apply to people coming into town. But for many, even a temporary change like this could cause headaches.

📆 The idea could be discussed as soon as Oct. 20 at the North County Transportation Coalition meeting, followed by Lancaster City Council on Oct. 28.

This one’s sure to spark more debate. On one hand, the city says it’s trying to protect resources and safety. On the other, some neighbors say it’s a band-aid solution that punishes the wrong people.

👀 We'll be watching this story closely. What do you think?

Sports News

⚽ AV Alta FC

BAD night on the pitch for Alta! FC Naples blanked them 4‑0 yesterday, securing not just the win but a playoff spot in their inaugural season.

Naples struck early:

• Jayden Onen opened the scoring in the 28th minute

• Kevin O’Connor pounced in stoppage time before halftime

• Julian Cisneros and Ian Cerro added goals in the second half to seal the rout

Alta’s defense was overrun, and despite the team’s best efforts, they couldn’t mount a comeback.

This result drops Alta lower in the standings, and brings into sharp focus what needs fixing. From finishing in the final third to defensive consistency. The margins are slim, and with the season winding, they’ll have to regroup fast.

Current USL1 Standing : 9th Place
Record: 7-10-9
Upcoming Game: AV Alta @ FC Texoma - Oct 4 at 5PM
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🏈AVC College Football

AVC 61 Vs. Pierce 7
Record: 5 - 0
Upcoming Game: AVC vs Victor Valley- Oct 9 at 6pm

🏫High School Sports

AV High Football Scores:
Paraclete (4-1) 21 - Bye
Palmdale (0-5) 18 Vs. Quartz Hill (2-3) 55
Knight (2-3) 14 Vs. Highland (1-4) 33
Antelope Valley (0-5) 0 Vs. Littlerock (2-2) 26
Lancaster (3-2) 48 Vs. Eastside (0-5) 6

🗓️New Fresh Events

🧜‍♀️ Under the Sea Vibes Coming to the BLVD! - OCT 3

If you’ve been looking for a little magic this fall, The Little Mermaid is splashing into the Lancaster Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Oct 3 at 7PM. It’s a must-see for families, date nights, or anyone who just wants a feel-good night out.

This stage version of the Disney classic is put on by The Panto Company USA and brings all the fun: bright costumes, catchy songs, ocean-themed laughs, and yes, a little audience participation too. It’s all the charm of the original tale with a fresh, theatrical twist.

Whether your kids are obsessed with mermaids or you're just ready to relive some childhood nostalgia, this one’s worth diving into.

🎟️ Tickets: $27, $22, $13 for youth
📍 750 W Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster CA
⏰ Doors open early for security check — plan ahead!
🔗 Event Details

Upcoming Events

🎶 Upcoming Concerts & Live Events 🎤

• The Sextones - Retro Soul

  📍 Transplants Brewing Company - 40242 La Quinta Ln, Palmdale
  🕓 September 28th at 6:30 PM
  🔗 Event details 

• Conjunto Primavera with Banda Cervantes & Mariachi Grullense

  📍 AV Fairgrounds
  🕓 September 28th at 7:30 PM
  🔗 Event details 

• Comedy Pupusas Tour - Jose “Hoozay“ Velasquez

  📍 El Carbonero Restaurant - 232 East Palmdale Boulevard Palmdale
  🕓 September 28th at 7:30 PM
  🔗 Event details 

• Drink and Draw (Free)

  📍 Transplants Brewing Company - 40242 La Quinta Ln, Palmdale
  🕓 September 29th at 7:00 PM
  🔗 Event details 

• A Rocky Mountain High Experience - Rick Schuler

  ℹ️ Celebrate the unforgettable music of John Denver in this inspiring live tribute.

  📍 LPAC - 40242 La Quinta Ln, Palmdale
  🕓 Oct 3rd at 2 PM
  🔗 Event details 

Weekly Weather

📅 Sun, Sept 28 – 🌤️ Scattered Clouds | High: 81° / Low: 60°
📅 Mon, Sept 29 – ☁️ Mostly Cloudy | High: 80° / Low: 59°
📅 Tue, Sept 30 – 🌥️ Morning Clouds then Clearing | High: 77° / Low: 58°
📅 Wed, Oct 1 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 83° / Low: 54°
📅 Thu, Oct 2 – ☀️ Mostly Sunny | High: 81° / Low: 61°
📅 Fri, Oct 3 – ☀️ Mostly Sunny | High: 80° / Low: 55°
📅 Sat, Oct 4 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 80° / Low: 54°
📅 Sun, Oct 5 – ☀️ Sunny | High: 81° / Low: 53°