Good morning, Murrieta.

Connections Academy at Springs expands its tuition-free online TK–12 program across 22 California counties for the 2026–2027 school year.

Enrollment is open for grades K–10, offering personalized instruction and virtual clubs (contact by calling 1-833-591-0251).

Rancho Water’s board voted 6-0 on Aug.

13 to let general manager Jason Martin sign an Exchange Water Purchase Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District so the utility can get water at a lower rate.

Local rider Bill Sauro won the overall race at the AMA District 38 Grand Prix held Aug.

16 at Glen Helen Raceway. Four area riders also clinched wins in their classes — a strong showing for local competitors.

Edward Finger won the Hobby Stocks heat race on Aug.

15 at Barona Speedway and led the main event before finishing second after being passed late. He started on the inside and regrouped quickly & continued racing competitively.

In the Aug. 20 football game at local high schools, the Great Oak Broncos scored 28 points in the second quarter but lost to the Vista Murrieta Wolfpack, who rallied for a 42-21 win after a crucial four-minute lapse (a setback coach Coley Candaele cited).