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Good morning Lancaster! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See where assaults and a homicide were reported around Lancaster.
  • Can Lancaster Eagles cool off Canyon’s red-hot bats on Saturday?
  • How Lancaster’s shelter is helping hundreds of rescued Lake Hughes animals recover.

Also on today's calendar: 2026 Lancaster City Council Candidate's Forum and 5 more events.

Friendly reminder: know of a great event coming up in Lancaster or nearby? Post it to the Lancaster calendar! Did you know it's free to post locally? It's also inexpensive to share to nearby towns. 📅

Today's riddle: Why is it so hot after a ball game? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 69 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and windy, temps: high: 68, low: 39.
  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Antelope Valley crime blotter, March 31, 2026 (avpress.com) — Lancaster residents can see a detailed rundown of recent assaults, thefts, vehicle thefts, a robbery, and a homicide reported across city streets, including East Lancaster Boulevard and several residential avenues. The blotter also lists incidents in nearby Antelope Valley communities like Palmdale, Lake Los Angeles, and Littlerock, offering a broader snapshot of regional crime activity.
   

• Canyon's offense explodes for 18 runs in home win over de Toledo (signalscv.com) — Lancaster baseball fans will see their Eagles visit Canyon High School this Saturday for an 11 a.m. matchup, following Canyon’s dominant 18-0 win over de Toledo. Canyon’s bats erupted, led by senior William Peck and sophomore pitcher Travis Reeves, giving the Cowboys momentum as they prepare to host Lancaster in what could be a much more competitive showdown.
   

• Dogs rescued in massive Lake Hughes operation receive emergency grooming care (abc7.com) — Dozens of dogs rescued from alleged hoarding conditions in Lake Hughes are now receiving emergency grooming and medical care at the county animal shelter in Lancaster, with support from Homeboy Industries’ Puppy Fades program and West Coast Grooming Academy. County officials say many animals are still recovering from serious health issues, and it will be some time before they’re ready for adoption.
   

📸 Around Lancaster

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lancaster

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★ Featured events ★

    Wednesday April 1
  • STEAM Lab for Teens
    Lancaster Library, 601 W Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster
    5:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday April 1
  • Smarty Pants Storytime
    Quartz Hill Library , 5040 W Ave M 2 , Quartz Hill
    10:15 am
  • English Conversation Class With Donies
    Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
    3:00 pm
  • Computer Classes
    Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
    3:00 pm
  • Eastside vs Antelope Valley
    Antelope Valley High School , 44900 Division St , Lancaster
    4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Puua, a dog who went missing in Lancaster, CA, has been safely reunited with their family after 48 minutes. Message from Owner: "He is friendlyand… (Nextdoor H and 10th)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
    FOUND on March 29, 2026 in Lancaster, CA 93534 near Rawley Duntley Park, 3334 W Ave K, Lancaster, CA 93534 Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest… (Nextdoor West Ave K/18th West)
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Lancaster. Apply here.
  • Antelope Valley College posted a job opening for Radiological Technology-Adjunct (Temporary) Instructor in Lancaster. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lancaster here.

🗞 Nearby News

Palmdale

  • Christian Bale funds $22m foster home village in California: 'You can imagine the trauma' (hellomagazine.com)
  • Judge Denies Palmdale Woman Re-Sentencing for Fatally Torturing 8-Year-Old Son (mynewsla.com)
  • Southland heat to ease this week, with cooler days, nights expected (theeastsiderla.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because all the fans leave. (Thank you Shirley J. F. for sending it in!)
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