The Coast News, February 14, 2025 by Coast News Group

Wildfires

‘More insurers will exit’ Homeowners

face higher rates,

loss

of coverage

By Steve Wyer

ENCINITAS — Home-

owner insurance rates in San Diego County are expected to spike significantly, with some residents at risk of losing private coverage entirely as insurers react to recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, insurance experts warn. Insurance brokers estimate rates will rise by 20% to 30% in the next two years, with homeowners in high-risk wildfire areas potentially left with no private insurance options unless policymakers take action.

“The losses carriers have been taking recently are simply unsustainable,” said Nicole Hardin, president of Advanced Brokers Insurance Services.

“Recently, large carriers have been operating at an annual loss of about 15-20%, and so it’s only so long before they decide whether or not to stay in California. Kemper [Insurance] pulled out completely last year, and several other companies are on the verge of doing so as well.”

J.P. Morgan estimates the Los Angeles wildfires caused over $20 billion in insured losses, making it the costliest wildfire event in California history. The fires killed at least 29 people, forced 200,000 evacu-

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Navy pilots saved

Staff and wire reports

SAN DIEGO — Two military pilots were rescued from the waters of San Diego Bay on Wednesday after the fighter jet they were flying crashed into the harbor during an aborted landing approach to Naval Air Station North Island.

The crew members aboard the NAS Whidbey Island-based EA-18G Growler ejected from the aircraft before it went down near Shelter Island at about 10:15 a.m., according to Navy public affairs.

Emergency crews pulled the pilots from the bay and took them to UCSD Medical Center in Hillcrest for evaluations.

The fliers were listed in stable condition. The cause of the crash was under investigation.

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Carlsbad OKs new medical office

Site was used for holiday tree, pumpkin sales

By Walker Armstrong CARLSBAD —

The Carlsbad Planning Commission on Wednesday night unanimously approved plans for a 62,600-squarefoot medical office building on the southeast corner of Palomar Airport Road and Aviara Parkway, transforming a vacant site previously used for the seasonal sale of holiday trees and pumpkins.

The project, which replaces a previously approved 85,000-square-foot general office building built in 2007, will feature a three-story, 42-foot-tall medical office building with modern architectural features, including a 52-foot-tall glass tower. The development also includes 316 parking spaces, landscaping and designated outdoor and indoor eating areas for employees.

The building will be constructed on the north portion of the 6.07-acre lot, partially developed in the 1980s and improved in 2007, with the south portion preserved as open space adjacent to Encinas Creek.

A public hiking trail runs along the southern boundary of the project site.

During the Feb. 5 meeting, commissioners raised concerns over relying on an older mitigated negative declaration, a document produced in 2007 stating that the project will not harm the environment, for environmental clearance, questioning whether new analyses

were necessary to meet current standards. Staff noted, however, that mitigated negative declarations do not expire and remain valid if they retain informational value.

Additionally, updated traffic and ecological studies conducted in 2023 concluded that the project would not create new significant impacts.

While the new medical office is expected to generate approximately 3,100 daily vehicle trips — nearly double the 1,700 expected from the previously approved project — officials concluded that spreading daily trips would prevent significant peakhour congestion.

Concerns were also raised regarding the single access point on Laurel Tree Lane, which serves several nearby residential and commercial developments. Staff explained that additional access from Aviara Parkway or Palomar Airport Road was not feasible due to safety and traffic flow concerns.

The approved site development plan and coastal development permit include conditions for stormwater runoff management and public improvements, such as a sidewalk and a pedestrian walkway connecting the project to a nearby bus stop.

Commissioners emphasized the importance of balancing development with environmental and community needs.

“We don’t want to be the goalie here,” Commissioner Dave Hubinger said. “There are people who don’t want to drive an exceptional distance to have their medical appointments. This is in service to the community.”

Rove proposes EV charging site

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE

— A developer has proposed an electric vehicle charging station with a convenience store and up to 51 highspeed charging stalls near Oceanside’s most northerly Interstate 5 exit.

Rove Charging LLC has submitted development plans, applications for conditional use and coastal permits to build the EV charging station at 1591 Coast Highway. The site is home to a tow company near Oceanside Harbor and Camp Pendleton’s main gate.

The proposed project includes a 3,500-squarefoot ReCharge by Gelson’s market, a new concept developed through a partnership between Rove Charging and Gelson’s. The Oceanside site would be the second location of its kind, following the flagship location in Santa Ana, which features a 3,000-square-foot store and 40 EV charging stalls.

If approved, the station would have 63 parking stalls, including 51 standard EV stalls, one ambulatory EV stall, eight regular parking stalls, and one ADA-accessible stall. The facility would also offer a lounging area with Wi-Fi, restrooms, and outdoor seating for guests waiting while their vehicles charge.

“We are confident that our proposed project will become an attribute to the City of Oceanside – not only to Oceanside residents driv-

ing electric vehicles, but to the many visitors and travelers on the nearby I-5 freeway that require fast, reliable, safe charging with a firstclass marketplace (run by Gelson’s) serving a variety of high-quality food, beverage and grocery items,” wrote Matt Stowe, director of entitlements for Rove Charging, in the project’s letter of justification.

According to the developer, vehicles will be able to charge at the station within 15 to 30 minutes fully. The facility will also feature an on-site battery storage system to support the charging station’s electrical grid.

Stowe said the project would complement the use of the surrounding city without creating any conflicts.

“In fact, it will be extremely complimentary, providing the EV driving community with much needed, high-speed charging with associated amenities,” Stowe wrote. “There is no other charging

facility nationwide that provides the high-speed charging and associated amenities that Rove offers.”

City Planner Nichole Weedman said the project is still being reviewed. The proposal submitted in November will undergo multiple reviews by city departments before it moves forward.

City staff will provide comments and notes on

the proposal, with the developer expected to revise and resubmit the project. Weedman said the process may involve as many as four review cycles, depending on how thoroughly the developer addresses the city’s feedback.

“It will have our support based on their description and justification at this time,” Weedman said. “They’ll be providing EV charging, which is beneficial to our Climate Action Plan goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”

Weedman also noted that Rove’s partnership with Gelson’s enables the project to operate at the proposed site.

The project aligns with state goals to reduce air pollution and expand the use of zero-emission vehicles. By 2035, all new cars sold in California must be zero-emission.

A NEW electric vehicle charging station in Oceanside would replace Carpenter’s Garage & Towing. Photo by Samantha Nelson

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Taking charge of women’s heart health

By Laurie Edwards-Tate

As a woman and leader in my community, heart disease is something I take very seriously. It’s a matter close to my heart — literally.

For years, I have worked in leadership roles, whether as the president and CEO of At Your Home Familycare or as a local elected official, always striving to make a difference in the lives of others.

But over time, I’ve come to realize that my ability to help others begins with taking care of myself. And part of that is ensuring that my own heart remains healthy.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, and yet it is largely preventable. Cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke, claim the life of a woman every 80 seconds. What I’ve learned is that 80% of these deaths can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices — choices that many of us fail to make because we don’t understand the risks or think that it won’t happen to us.

That’s why I am committed to raising awareness about women’s heart health and support the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign.

I want to ensure that other women understand how simple, proactive steps can make a profound difference in their lives.

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Can big utility lose a monopoly?

The latest response of California’s top regulatory commission to a disaster caused by an electric company can lead to only one logical question: How badly must the state’s regional monopoly investor-owned utilities behave before they’re broken up or lose their takeus-or-go-off-the-grid status?

Make no mistake, these companies have behaved badly for many years, but only recently paid any price at all. So far, what they’ve been dunned is a pittance compared to the damage they periodically cause.

But its customers will be dunned almost $1.5 billion. That will cost them more than $1 per month per customer for at least 10 years, with the Woolsey fire’s reckoning not yet in. Overall, customers will likely be dunned an average of more than $3 per month for many years. All for fires they did not cause.

For me, it’s not just about advocacy, but also making heart health a priority in the midst of a busy life.

As a CEO, I spend a lot of time managing a company, making decisions that affect the lives of others and serving my community.

But no matter how packed my schedule gets, I carve out time every day to focus on my health. I’ve learned that regular exercise and healthy eating are key to staying strong — not

just for myself but for those who depend on me.

I make it a point to incorporate physical activity into my day, whether it’s a walk during my lunch break or a more structured workout in the morning before I start my day.

I also pay careful attention to what I eat, making sure to incorporate hearthealthy choices like fresh fruits, vegetables and plenty of water.

These small actions add up to big results, not just for my heart, but for my overall well-being.

signs, get regular screenings and know their risks. Prevention is far more powerful than treatment, and simple lifestyle changes can have a huge impact.

I want every woman to understand that they have the power to take control of their heart health. It starts with getting screened, staying active, eating a well-balanced diet and making heart-healthy choices.

As someone who has worked tirelessly for years to serve my community, I know that every woman deserves access to the information

It’s easy to get caught up in the demands of daily life, but I’ve come to understand that without taking care of my own health, I won’t be able to help others.

It’s easy to get caught up in the demands of daily life, but I’ve come to understand that without taking care of my own health, I won’t be able to help others. That’s why I’m speaking out today and sharing my story as part of the Go Red for Women campaign.

This movement was launched in 2004 with the goal of raising awareness about heart disease in women, and it has since become a powerful force for change. It’s not just about wearing red or sharing statistics — it’s about empowering women to take charge of their health.

The symptoms of heart disease in women can often be more subtle than what we see in men. Women may experience fatigue, nausea or shortness of breath instead of the classic chest pain that many associate with heart attacks.

This makes it harder to diagnose and treat in time. I believe it’s crucial for women to understand these

and resources she needs to take care of her heart.

The Go Red for Women campaign supports vital research, education and initiatives that help reduce the prevalence of heart disease and stroke among women. But this work cannot happen without support from all of us.

That’s why I’m calling on every woman to take a few simple actions today: Schedule a heart health screening, take time to exercise regularly, make hearthealthy food choices and get involved with your local American Heart Association.

Together, we can reduce the impact of heart disease and build healthier communities.

Laurie Edwards-Tate, M.S., is the CEO of At Your Home Familycare, an elected board member of the Palomar Healthcare District and a 2025 Woman of Impact nominee for the Go Red for Women campaign.

The most recent examples of possible utility malfeasance were January’s Eaton fire, which decimated much of Altadena in eastern Los Angeles County, and the less damaging Hurst fire near the Sylmar district of Los Angeles.

So far, official blame has not yet been cast upon Southern California Edison Co. for either blaze, with events of Jan. 7 still under concentrated investigation. The fire that made ashes of Altadena appears to have begun under an Edison transmission tower in Eaton Canyon, which stretches into the San Gabriel Mountains north of town.

Edison may not have shut off power in the area even as ultra-dry Santa Ana winds in the browned and brushy terrain far exceeded hurricane force.

If Edison is found at fault, as it was for the 2017 Thomas fire in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, which also caused massively damaging subsequent mudslides in Montecito, and the even larger 2018 Woolsey fire in Malibu and Simi Valley, this will be its third recent offense. What happened to three-strikes-andyou’re-out?

But Edison is not out, and won’t be, if only because the state Public Utilities Commission (PUC) won’t have that.

If the Thomas and Woolsey fires had taken place after 2019 and the creation of the California Wildfire Fund — mostly funded by electric customers of the monopoly companies — Edison would have been off the hook for damages caused by its equipment. But those fires were earlier, even though their final reckonings are coming only now.

Guess who’s supposed to pay for Edison’s failures? Not Edison, at least not much. Total damage from the Thomas fire came to about $2 billion. Under a late January PUC ruling, Edison will pay about $50 million.

There’s a clear similarity here to the PUC’s original decision after a 2012 Edison blunder destroyed the San Onofre Nuclear Power Station. The PUC in 2014 decided customers would pay almost the full cost of Edison’s $3.3 billion error, which led to years of expensive decommissioning.

After consumer groups protested loudly and after exposure of the PUC president’s secret dealings with Edison executives, commissioners changed their ruling in 2018, forcing Edison to cover most costs of its error. Still, consumers are paying more than $1 billion for Edison’s mistake. The new PUC action on the Thomas fire shows nothing has changed in the decade since that scandal. Not only will utility executives suffer no penalties, but Edison retains its monopoly, deserved or not.

It’s been much the same with California’s other two big, privately owned utilities, Pacific Gas & Electric and San Diego Gas & Electric. Neither multiple manslaughter convictions nor several findings of steady negligence have dented PG&E’s monopoly. Nor have at-fault fire rulings hurt SDG&E.

The bottom line here is that today’s PUC members — all appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom — exercise as much favoritism toward these companies as previous commissioners named by ex-Govs. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jerry Brown, who also let the companies off the hook for causing deadly fires.

If anyone wonders what it might take to alter or end the monopolies of these big utilities, the answer may be that it will never happen unless and until those companies can no longer make political donations.

Fairgrounds pauses housing talks with Del Mar

Officials cite mayor’s remarks about rail route

By Leo Place

DEL

MAR —

The 22nd District Agricultural Association has temporarily halted talks with the city of Del Mar about constructing affordable housing at the Fairgrounds, saying they were “stabbed in the back” after the Del Mar mayor publicly supported a rail realignment route that would devastate Fairgrounds operations.

Officials with the city of Del Mar and the Fairgrounds entered into an exclusive negotiating rights agreement last year to discuss building 60 affordable units on the Fairgrounds property to help the city meet its Housing Element requirements.

If this agreement is unsuccessful, state housing officials have said the city must rezone other city parcels, including the north bluff, for housing.

On Tuesday afternoon, the 22nd DAA Board of Directors, which manages the Fairgrounds, voted 5-3 to pause talks with the city for one month and revisit the matter at the board’s next meeting on March 11.

Board members said recent comments by Del Mar Mayor Terry Gaasterland contradict the city’s

guiding principles emphasizing the importance of protecting the interests of the Fairgrounds, as well as a joint resolution that both parties entered into last summer.

“We had a deal, and Del Mar broke the deal. It’s as simple as that. We have an obligation to the district, to protect the district and take care of the district,” board

member Mark Arabo said.

In late January, Gaasterland told KPBS that a rail realignment route known as Alternative A would be the best option for moving the rail off the bluffs, as it would run under the Fairgrounds. She repeated a similar assertion to NBC7 over the weekend, noting that this route would not run underneath homes

in Del Mar.

Ultimately, the decision on which route to move forward will be decided by the SANDAG board of directors, not by any individual city. Alternative A was one of three realignments proposed by SANDAG last summer, but it does not appear to be a top recommendation after releasing a value analysis report last

week.

This is not the first time Del Mar officials’ stance on rail realignments has caused rifts that jeopardized affordable housing talks. In late 2023, the fairgrounds issued a letter of concern after the City Council said they supported exploring all potential rail routes, including one running through the fair-

grounds.

“There’s been a little bit of a history,” Fairgrounds CEO Carlene Moore said.

To smooth over bad blood beyond the cities of Solana Beach, Del Mar and the Fairgrounds due to Alternative A, the three parties entered a joint resolution last summer that calls on SANDAG to avoid or minimize adverse impacts on businesses, public and private property, public safety, tourism, sensitive environmental areas and the regional economy.

Fairgrounds board member Michael Gelfand, who motioned to pause talks for one month, said the city “stabbed them in the back” by supporting a route that could negatively impact their property.

“This is not retaliation. It’s a response to a betrayal,” Gelfand said.

Gaasterland said she does not want to be silenced and needs to stick up for her residents who could be negatively impacted by routes, resulting in eminent domain issues or other issues.

“I and my council colleagues must strike a balance between advocating for our residents and community and advocating for community partners like the Fairgrounds,” Gaasterland said.

After the meeting, she told The Coast News that she feels “neutral” about

A MAJORITY of the 22nd DAA board, including Michael Gelfand, top right, voted Tuesday to pause affordable housing talks with Del Mar following public statements made by Mayor Terry Gaasterland, top left, in support of a rail realignment route that would run underneath the Fairgrounds, likely disrupting its operations. Photos by Leo Place (Gaasterland, Gelfand)/Courtesy photo

SANDAG outlines new rail alignment options

By Leo Place

DEL MAR — A new value analysis report released by SANDAG on Friday includes a long list of new alignment options for the rail corridor in Del Mar, with the board to decide upon specific options to study further in the coming weeks.

The LOSSAN Rail Realignment project aims to relocate a crucial 1.7-mile section of the Los Angeles-San Luis Obispo-San Diego (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor off the unstable Del Mar bluffs and into underground tunnels further inland while improving rail reliability and frequency.

On Friday, SANDAG shared a 269-page report resulting from a value analysis process undertaken last fall to review technical aspects of the project.

This analysis involved several stakeholders, including representatives from the cities of Del Mar, Solana Beach, San Diego, Encinitas, and Carlsbad and agencies like North County Transit District, the 22nd District Agricultural Association, and the California Department of Transportation.

The report explored 16 different realignment options studied as part of the value analysis, featuring

various combinations of six north portal options, five south portal options, and 10 different routes.

Three of these routes were first outlined in a notice of preparation (NOP) last summer, and are known as alternatives A, B and C.

Alternative A proposed a route beginning in Solana Beach and running along Interstate 5, and alternatives B and C both begin in Del Mar and run along Crest Canyon and Camino Del Mar, respectively. At the time, Alter-

native A received strong pushback from the 22nd DAA, which manages the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and the city of Solana Beach due to the potentially devastating impacts on existing infrastructure and economic operations.

Complaints about a lack of engagement spurred SANDAG to start the value analysis process with more stakeholders to develop further route options.

According to SANDAG representatives, the agency will create a refined list of recommended alternatives for the Board of Directors to consider later this month. At that point, the board will advance certain options for further study and decide whether to issue a new NOP before advancing to further environmental study.

“SANDAG staff has been reviewing the conceptual ideas that were raised through the value analysis study, as well as prior studies, and public feedback, and will be proposing alternatives for the Board of Directors to consider at its meeting on Feb. 28. This will also be the next opportunity for public feedback,” SANDAG spokesperson Stacy Garcia said Monday.

SANDAG staff said Monday they are preliminarily studying five options for recommendation to the board as a result of the value analysis study.

These routes are referred to as Under Crest Canyon, Under Camino Del Mar, San Dieguito Bridge to I-5 Knoll, Del Mar Bluffs Double Track Reinforced, and a no-build option.

Under Crest Canyon is largely similar to the Alternative B route proposed last summer. It would place a north portal under Jimmy Durante Boulevard and run east below Crest Canyon before exiting at a knoll along Interstate 5.

Under Camino Del Mar would also feature a north portal under Jimmy Durante Boulevard, and then travel south following Camino Del Mar before exiting just west of Torrey Pines Road north of Los Peñasquitos Lagoon. This appears to largely follow the Alternative C route.

Both of the aforementioned realignments are intended to minimize subsurface easements, according to SANDAG.

The San Dieguito Bridge realignment is an edited version of the Alternative A route, with less impacts to the Del Mar Fairgrounds, City of Solana Beach and San Dieguito Bridge.

While Alternative A proposed placing a portal north of the Fairgrounds and a tunnel heading southeast under the San Dieguito Lagoon before heading along I-5, the realigned version would begin south of the Fairgrounds and avoid the lagoon before heading east toward the freeway. The tunnel would also exit at a knoll near I-5.

SANDAG said Monday they are also studying an option to maintain the current alignment along the bluffs and add a double track that would continue through Los Peñasquitos Lagoon, with bluff rein-

forcement and more robust seawalls.

Lastly, the “no build” option would include continuation of major stabilization efforts to maintain the current single-track alignment along the bluff.

Value analysis report

During the value analysis, SANDAG explored several portal locations where the train would transition underground into a tunnel (north portal) and exit the tunnel to the surface (south portal).

The location of both portals have major implications for the surrounding areas, including the potential for eminent domain.

The value analysis report explored several north portal locations — in Solana Beach, near the intersection of Jimmy Durante Boulevard and David Way, within the old Del Mar Train Station across from Powerhouse Park, within the Camino Del Mar rightof-way, under Jimmy Durante Boulevard, and at the Camino Del Mar overpass at Jimmy Durante Boulevard.

South portal location options included a knoll near I-5, directly east of Torrey Pines Road at Carmel Valley Road, directly west of Torrey Pines Road, at Sorrento Valley and near Portofino Road.

Many of the routes outlined in the study were variations of alignments through Crest Canyon and Camino Del Mar, in addition to some further west closer to the current tracks and some along I-5.

When stakeholders gave feedback on a draft of the value analysis report in December, they showed the most interest in routes located under Camino Del Mar and Crest Canyon, according to the final report.

Most of the explored alignments were in the

range of $3 billion to $4 billion, with longer routes anticipated to cost as much as $9 billion. No funding has been identified for the actual construction of the project yet.

The report also explored more drastic and expensive options, including relocating a 25-mile stretch of the LOSSAN corridor from Oceanside to Sorrento Valley to run I-5. This would cost between $34 billion to $45 billion and result in the loss of more than $1 billion in infrastructure.

“The magnitude of challenges in delivering a project of this nature would be significant,” the value analysis report states.

Another alternative explored relocating solely freight operations to run alongside Interstate 15 from Perris to San Diego, which would likely cost a whopping $118 billion at minimum and require decades of planning.

The report also outlined other considerations, some of which would be paired with proposed alignments or explored more during the design phase.

These could include realigning the intersection of Jimmy Durante Boulevard and Camino Del Mar to the area of the existing rail alignment, optimizing the locations of berms and bridges in Los Peñasquitos Lagoon, and providing a tunnel profile above flood levels.

Next steps

Final recommendations regarding which routes to advance for environmental study will be outlined in the agenda for the Feb. 28 meeting of the SANDAG board of directors, once it is published. Agendas are available on the SANDAG website at sandag.org/meetings-andevents/board-of-directors.

Community members can also give feedback on the value analysis report and recommendations during this meeting. Comments can be made in-person at the meeting or via Zoom during the item. A virtual link to the meeting will be available within the meeting agenda once it is posted online. If another NOP is issued, this will kickstart another 45-day period for the public to provide public comment.

Dozens ticketed in operation

By City News Service

ESCONDIDO — Police issued more than five dozen citations on Feb. 10 during a crackdown on traffic violations in Escondido.

Officers handed out 68 tickets for various violations made by drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians during the operation, which ran from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the Escondido Police Department.

The citations were issued for such offenses as pedestrians walking in vehicle rights of way, bicyclists riding on the wrong side of streets, and motorists speeding, ignoring traffic signs and signals, or using cell phones while motoring.

“Safety is a shared responsibility, with drivers holding the greatest responsibility to keep other road users safe,’’ interim Escondido Police Chief Kevin Toth said. “We hope this operation serves as a reminder to everyone to practice due care and to look out for one another.’’

Funding for the detail came from a grant from the State Office of Traffic Safety, administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Woman admits to theater fire

By City News Service

OCEANSIDE — A woman confessed to setting an arson fire last week at an unoccupied movie theater after being spotted by police on surveillance video, according to the Oceanside Police Department.

Amber Iovino, 41, was arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with the Jan. 29 fire at a movie complex at 401 Mission Avenue, police said.

Firefighters from Oceanside, Vista and Carlsbad responded to the site and found a fire in a drainage pipe with smoke coming from the roof, officials said.

Fire crews were able to contain the fire to the point of origin and found a room on the opposite side of the exterior wall that had been filled with smoke, fire officials said. Damage to the interior was kept to a minimum, they said.

Crews put out the blaze, and police estimated that the fire caused more than $10,000 in damage.

Investigators said the blaze had been intentionally set and Tuesday a suspect was identified from the video and arrested.

Iovino, the suspect allegedly seen in the video, was booked into the San Diego County Jail.

Anyone with information about the fire was asked to call OPD Det. Smith at 760-435-4341.

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Futsal court debuts

City celebrates win at Libby Lake after ’13 shooting

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE

— A new futsal court at Libby Lake Park, funded by a federal grant, opened on Jan. 28, providing a much-needed recreational space for the community.

The city received funding for the project through a Community Development Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The initiative was carried out in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation and Musco Lighting as part of the “Safe Places to Play” program, which aims to provide recreational facilities in underserved areas.

Futsal is a fast-paced variation of soccer played on a hard court, similar to a basketball court, and is particularly popular in South America. The sport has been gaining traction in the United States, according to city officials.

Councilmember Jimmy Figueroa, who previously supervised the Project REACH youth program at Libby Lake, said the project has been “almost 10 years in the making” for the children in the area.

“The kids used to dream of having a place to play soccer,” Figueroa said.

The new futsal court replaces a former volleyball court that had been rarely used. Figueroa recalled that, years ago, when he would bring students from Project REACH to the park, there was limited open space for soccer despite strong interest from local youth.

During a recent rib-

bon-cutting ceremony, Figueroa reflected on how city leaders had once gathered in the park in response to a 2013 shooting that left two young people dead and two others injured.

“We were discussing what we could do to bring light back into this community and light into this park,” he said.

In the following years, Project REACH students worked alongside city leaders to revitalize the park through community cleanups, murals, and advocacy efforts, including requests to replace the volleyball court with a basketball or soccer area.

“Having this take place today is an extremely special moment for me, and I think for a lot of us in this community,” Figueroa said.

Encinitas talks RHNA strategies

By Walker Armstrong ENCINITAS

— The city’s Planning Commission recently held a working session to review a detailed report from its ad hoc committee on the city’s progress toward meeting state-mandated affordable housing goals, focusing on recommendations for the City Council.

The Feb. 6 discussion centered on Encinitas’ efforts to meet its Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation, which requires the city to plan for 1,554 housing units, including a significant share for low- and very-low-income households.

Commissioners expressed concern over the city’s current imbalance, noting a surplus of above-moderate-income units and a deficit of affordable units.

“We wonder, why are we approving projects that are above moderate in such high numbers, and then we have zero entitled or under construction for moderate and lower, in terms of the very low or low units,”

Commissioner Susan Sherod said.

The ad hoc committee recommended exploring new strategies, including public-private partnerships and alternative housing models such as micro-units, cluster housing, and community land trusts. The goal is to increase affordable units without relying heavily on market-driven projects, often delivering only 20% of units as affordable.

Commissioner Robert Prendergast highlighted concerns about the city’s over-reliance on the 80/20 model—80% market-rate units and 20% affordable units—saying this approach may result in an unsustainable volume of new housing.

utilities, schools and things like that?”

Several commissioners raised concerns about using R-30 zoning, which allows up to 30 units per acre, to meet housing targets. Some suggested exploring smaller-scale, context-sensitive zoning options to integrate new housing with existing neighborhoods better while meeting density requirements.

The commission supported targeted zoning policies that promote housing along major transit corridors, such as El Camino Real and Coast Highway 101, instead of rural or low-density areas with limited infrastructure.

Other recommendations included issuing requests for proposals to developers, waiving specific development fees, and reducing parking requirements for affordable housing near transit. The commission also discussed using on-demand ride services, like those implemented in West Sacramento, to reduce parking needs further.

During public comment, residents voiced concerns about affordability, displacement, and transparency. Several emphasized the importance of preserving naturally occurring affordable housing, such as mobile home parks.

“We don’t talk about this much, but in addition to building new supply, I do think, and I hope the city will focus on preserving our naturally occurring affordable housing,” resident Bob Kent said. Commissioners agreed on the importance of better tracking affordable housing progress, suggesting the creation of a publicly accessible, regularly updated housing tracker.

The event also featured Antonio Chavez, a member of the U.S. Beach Soccer National Team, who grew up in Oceanside and attended El Camino High School.

Chavez expressed excitement about the court’s impact, saying it could help local children develop a passion for soccer while strengthening the community.

“This court will play an important role in fostering a culture of community, and by investing in our people, we will continue to bring pride to our wonderful city,” Chavez said.

The futsal court is now open to the public for free play, offering a new space for recreation and community engagement in Libby Lake Park.

“If we keep going down this path, we’re going to have to approve 4,100 units for this cycle,” Prendergast said. “What’s going to happen next cycle, with the domino effect impacting traffic, water and

“Our objective, simply, is just to put a lot of things on the table to discuss, and our goal is to get approval from the commission so that we may work with staff to further refine the presentation, so that we can present it to the city council,” Prendergast said.

Oceanside man, wife plead guilty in

By City New Service

OCEANSIDE — A for-

mer government employee and his wife pleaded guilty in San Diego federal court to defrauding the Department of Veterans Affairs out of more than $130,000 by claiming he was unemployed and required full-time caregiving from his wife, all while he was working a full-time job.

Rafael Castro, 50, and Miriam Castro, 48, both of Oceanside, admitted that for more than five years, they claimed Rafael Castro needed his wife’s full-time assistance with routine activities such as dressing

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himself and personal hygiene.

As a result, Miriam Castro was paid to be her husband’s home health aide and received the equivalent of 40-hour perweek payments through the VA’s Caregiver Support Program.

Castro is a Navy veteran, and the Caregiver Support Program provides caregiver benefits for injured veterans.

Rafael Castro falsely claimed to the VA that he was unemployed, but he actually worked for the Veterans Health Administration and IRS.

CHILDREN PLAY on a new futsal court on Jan. 28 at Libby Lake Park in Oceanside. The project,

federal grants, was completed in partnership with U.S. Soccer Foundation

Musco Lighting. Photo by Samantha Nelson

A CHILD awaits a ribbon cutting on Jan. 28 at the opening of a futsal court at Libby Lake Park. Photo by Samantha Nelson

ANTONIO CHAVEZ of the U.S. Beach Soccer National team speaks during the Jan. 28 ceremony. Photo by Samantha Nelson

Pets of the Week

MATZO is Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. He is a 4-year-old, 11-pound, male domestic short hair cat with a brown and white tabby coat.

Matzo was picked up as a stray and taken to a shelter by a good Samaritan. Nobody claimed him and he was transferred to Rancho Coastal through Friends of County Animal Shelters.

According to his report card, “Matzo is a soup-er sweet boy on the lookout for the perfect family to call his own. He’s a sensitive, cozy kitty looking for a quieter home with a peaceful spot to curl up and soak in plenty of love and gentle pets.”

The $100 adoption fee includes a medical exam, neuter, up-to-date vaccinations, registered microchip and a one-year license if the new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society’s Department of Animal Services.

For information about adoption or to become a virtual foster, stop by Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call 760-753-6413 or log on to SDpets.org.

ANTOINETTE is the San Diego Humane Society’s pet of the week. She is a 10-year-old, 12.6-pound Cairn terrier mix.

Antoinette is a mellow, easygoing companion. She walked into her foster home, found a dog bed and made herself right at home. With her agreeable personality, she gets along well with other dogs and takes life in stride. She has some medical issues, including severe dental tartar and a grade four to five heart murmur (no medication required). The Humane Society’s veterinarian is available to help guide her future family in providing adequate care for her.

Antoinette’s adoption fee is $110. She is available at the Escondido Campus. Fees include spay/neuter services, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, an incentive for pet insurance and a license for residence in the city limits of Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Oceanside, Poway, San Diego, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach and Vista.

For questions, visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

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LANCER DANCERS

The Carlsbad High School Lancer Dancers Team won first place in jazz, second in hip hop and sixth in “Game Day” dance categories at the annual National UDA Competition in Florida this month, where more than 200 schools competed.

ARCHERY TEAM

The Grauer School middle and high school archery teams are currently training to compete in the upcoming 2025 Olympic Archery in Schools competitions on a local, state and national level. Last year, middle school student Chase Millikan took second place overall in the Middle School Varsity Boys Division at the OAS National Championship, and also ranked first place overall in the ranking round, third place overall in the Olympic round, and second place overall in the team round at last year’s OAS State Championship.

GRADUATES

The following students

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graduated from their respective universities: Alexandria Fayth Washington of Oceanside from Iowa State University; Adrien Cao, Ryan Giometti and Alvin Zhang of San Marcos, Bryan Regan of Carlsbad, Callista Krebs of Del Mar, Andy Wu of Encinitas, and Qingxiao Chen and Ashna Sood of San Diego from Georgia Institute of Technology; and Audon Lopez Ayala of Camp Pendleton, Adam Tunnell of Carlsbad, Trevor G. Ruffaner of Vista, and Oscar Jesus Castro Chavarria, Summer Gibson, Julian Mora Garzon, Analyah Lua, Jeremy Steele, Alisa Menendez, Erin Carter, Ririka Uehara, Anthony Ryan Frazier, Abm Reyan Asim, Frankie Burney, Chaine Arley

Supporting mental health across California with SoCal Therapyworks

SoCal Therapyworks is a telehealth behavioral therapy company serving clients across California. Founded by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Racheal Rhoades, the practice provides individual, couple, and family therapy tailored to each client’s needs. As a new member of The San Marcos Chamber of Commerce, Racheal is excited to connect with local business owners and engage with the vibrant San Marcos community.

How long have you been in business? 4.5 years

What services and/or specialty products do you provide? We provide individual, couple, and family therapy from the comfort of your own private space.

What sets you apart from others in your industry? We provide consistent therapy to our clients and tailor sessions and frequency to the client’s needs.

RACHEAL RHOADES, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of SoCal Therapyworks.

What question are you asked most frequently by clients? Do you take insurance — and yes we are in network with multiple insurances.

What is your favorite business success story?

The client presented with a single traumatic event and reported feelings of guilt, believing she “did not do enough” in response to the trauma. These beliefs

contributed to significant anxiety, crying, and difficulty sleeping. During one 50-minute EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) session, the client processed the traumatic memory, and after just one session, experienced a profound shift in her belief system—from feeling she hadn’t done enough to recognizing that she “did everything she could” under the circumstances. This shift led to a significant reduction in her anxiety, crying, and sleep disturbances. The client left the session feeling much more at peace and relieved of the emotional burden she had been carrying. — *Results vary

What motivated you to join The San Marcos Chamber? I decided to join The San Marcos Chamber because I wanted to connect with other local businesses and become more involved in the community.

As someone doing business in San Marcos, what are you looking forward to accomplishing with the Chamber? I’m looking forward to expanding my network and building stronger relationships with other local businesses. I hope to take advantage of the Chamber’s resources to gain new insights, stay informed about local trends and opportunities, and collaborate with others to help our businesses grow. What’s your best piece of business advice? My best piece of business advice is to prioritize building strong relationships. Whether it’s with your customers, team, or other local businesses, connections are the foundation of success.

Business website: socaltherapyworks.org

Business Instagram: @socaltherapyworks

every Tuesday from 3-6 pm Located on North City Drive in San Marcos. www.sanmarcosfarmersmarket.org

Wyon, Jose P. Sanchez and Brennan Truong of Oceanside from the University of Maryland Global Campus.

PRESIDENT’S LIST

Levi Katriel of San Diego made the president’s list at The College of Charleston in South Carolina.

HONOR ROLL

The following students made the honor roll at their respective universities: Neleh Coleman of Oceanside at Angelo State University in Texas; and Kian Chakamian, Mika Okamoto and Sahil of Samar of San Diego, plus Garret Warner and Andy Yu of Encinitas at Georgia Tech.

DEAN’S LIST

The following students made the dean’s list at their respective universities and colleges: Madie Hamblin of Oceanside at Abilene Christian University in Texas; Kayla Rhoads of Oceanside at Saint Francis University in Pennsylvania; Devam Shrivastava of San Diego at Georgia Tech; Tony Shen of San Diego at Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania; Rohan Inamdar of San Diego at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts; Cameron Hickox of Oceanside and Chris Broyles of Carlsbad at Hamline University in Minnesota; Kobe Flores of Escondido and Mercedes Rodriguez of Oceanside at Sam Houston State University in Texas; Lillian Mahoney of Carlsbad and Caroline Carnes of San Marcos at Fairfield University in Connecticut; John Taylor

Liebig of San Diego and Lucas Rowden of Solana Beach at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln; and Jillian Abreu of San Marcos, Charlotte Sears of Carlsbad and Kira Abulhosn and Keira Skelly of San Diego at the University of Iowa.

UA DEAN’S LIST

The following students made the fall dean’s list at the University of Alabama: Josie Ryan, Madeline Shaffer, Kate Squires, Hudson Taylor and Leila Wheeler of Carlsbad; Hillary Cardinell, Davis Cornell, Lauren Gillbank and Jack Silverman of Encinitas; Rochelle Michaelson of Oceanside; Ali Byron, Taylor Farnsworth, Cassidy Matwiyoff, Amanda Phillip, Mia Weisman and Sebastien Wenger of San Diego; and Cade Carroll of Solana Beach.

UMGC DEAN’S LIST

The following students made the fall dean’s list at the University of Maryland Global Campus: Benjamin Bingham of Rancho Santa Fe; Sean Davoren of Encinitas; Alexander Goodson, Richard Lariviere and Kelly Toki; Claire Rolfes, Eden Sadler, Trevor Chahalis and Ela Uhuru of Camp Pendleton; Dwight Leiva Marin, Kenneth Pereira Silva, Alexis Russell, Alejandro Salado and Rachel Standish of San Marcos; Christopher Bohorquez, Betsabe Bohorquez, Susana Rios, Aidan Siley, Karina Vazquez Reyes and Lorenzo Earl of Vista; and David Aguirre Martinez, Mario

THE CARLSBAD High School Lancer Dancers had a successful trip to the UDA National Dance Team Championships in Florida this month. Courtesy photo

Competition seeks avocado-themed art

By Staff

FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Propane Gas Company is calling for artists to enter their avocado-themed artwork in time for the upcoming annual Fallbrook Avocado Festival this spring.

The gas company sponsors the “Art of the Avocado” art competition as part of the festival. Any artistic medium can be used; however, all submissions must have an easily identifiable avocado somewhere in the piece.

The competition offers three categories: photography, two-dimensional and three-dimensional art.

Cash prizes for the two- and three-dimensional categories are $300 for first place, $200 for second and $100 for third. The photography category cash prizes are $150 for first place, $125 for second and $100 for third.

The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce will also select a piece as the “Chamber’s Pick.” The winner of this award will be invited to design a piece of artwork that

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Alba, Johnathon Barnes, Tramaine Brown, Sharlice Brown, Frankie Burney, Giovanny Calderon, Edward Calderon, Erin Carter, Nicolasa Cifuentes, James Coleman, Marlon Davidson, Anthony Frazier, Jessica Gonzales, Madalynne Gonzalez, Christopher Granados, Timothy Gregg, Aaron Hernandez, Michaela Hodge, Yun Kim, Omar Martinez, Christopher Meluso, Christopher Mendoza, Hannah Myers, Abigail Ortega Gomez, Dominic Santos, Darren Singletery, Jessica Ussery, Matthew Villanueva, Michael Watts and Samantha Woolard of Oceanside.

RESILIENT LEADER

The Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI) has awarded Oceanside Unified School District Superintendent Julie Vitale the 2025 Resilient Leader Award in honor of her push to create a safe and inclusive environment for students. As part of the award, one of the district’s staff members will be awarded a scholarship to complete a university degree online.

NEW QUICKCARE

TrueCare recently opened a brand new QuickCare location in San Marcos

will be used in the 2026 Avocado Festival logo.

Entries should be delivered to the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce office at 111 S. Main Avenue in Fallbrook on March 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The community is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award during the month of April at the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce office as well as the day of the Avocado Festival on April 13. The winner will be notified that evening.

To register or request the rules and entry form, contact Anita Kimzey at 714222-2462 or email fpgcartcompetitions@gmail.com

Forms can also be picked up at the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce, Fallbrook Propane Gas Company (1561 S. Mission Road), The Gallery/ Fallbrook Art Association (119 N. Main Avenue), Bonsall Chamber of Commerce (5256 S Mission Road, #311), Green Art House (1075 S. Mission Road, Ste. D), or at fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org.

at 295 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, which will provide same-day, non-emergency health care to patients. The center is open Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will close daily for lunch from 12 to 1 p.m.

WATER DEPENDENCE

Olivenhain Municipal Water District recently began serving recycled water to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in southern Encinitas, where irrigation needs were previously met with potable water. More than 680,000 gallons of imported water are estimated to be saved every year.

FAIR AWARDS

The 22nd District Agricultural Association, which produces the annual San Diego County Fair and owns and operates the Del Mar Fairgrounds, recently received 40 awards for excellence from the Western Fairs Association, including 20 first place awards and a featured category award.

HALL OF FAME

The Oceanside High School Foundation’s deadline for its nomination process is Feb. 28. Individuals can be nominated based on arts, academics, athletics, business, community service and public service. Nomination forms can be found at www.ohsfoundation.org.

Susan Beth Stauber, long-time resident of Carlsbad and Oceanside, CA, died of complications of pulmonary fibrosis on November 3, 2024 in New York, NY.

She was 70 years old. Susan was born on March 1, 1954, in Ottawa, IL. Her family moved to California in 1960.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Nancy (Beard) Stauber and her brother, Robert Stauber, III.

Susan devoted her life to kindness towards those in need, creativity and the arts. She attained

Oliva Ramos Pimentel Oceanside

February 6, 2025

Kim Jennifer Knox Oceanside

February 1, 2025

Refugio Jesse Lomeli San Marcos

January 14, 2025

both a B.A. in Fine Arts and an M.A. in Print Making from the University of California Santa Cruz.

She began her literary- and arts-focused career at Bookshop Santa Cruz, and her exhibit, Belated Valentines, was featured in a 1970s Santa Cruz art show.

Susan moved to New York City about 1994 and began a venerable career at Random House, one of the largest publishing companies in the United States.

She held a number of positions there, including book design and reprint tracking and sales.

Meanwhile, she expanded her artistic scape by designing and creating a series of hand-stitched quilts. At least two of her works were displayed by the Empire Quilters guild.

Susan also attended several International Quilting Conferences in Japan, where she also began collecting vintage, traditional kimonos.

Susan later donated much of her hundred-piece collection to an eighty-year-old Japa-

Nancy Elizabeth Sephton Oceanside

February 6, 2025

Charles Perry Porter Vista

February 3, 2025

Matthew Charles Miller Vista

January 14, 2025

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“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.” — Irish proverb

nese woman in California who is an expert in textiles and traditional kimonos.

In addition to quilting, Susan was a skilled seamstress and knitter. Her other interests included creating unique, detailed collages, collecting service desk bells and gardening.

An avid walker, she enjoyed exploring New York City’s diverse neighborhoods on foot.

Among her many fine qualities was helping people in need but doing so in a quiet way.

Towards this end, Susan covered tuition and book fees for at least two acquaintances so they could complete their educations.

She will be deeply missed by her cousins and their families, including Mimi (Frank) Hobin, Brad (Joanne) Sampson, Susi (Bill) Tashnick, Kendra (Jerry) Tutsch, Bill (Mary) Davenport, Roberta Massarro, and Kathy Slover.

Please consider performing a random act of kindness, planting a tree and reading a good book to honor Susan’s memory.

In loving memory of Susan Beth Stauber March 1, 1954November 3, 2024

‘AVO VAN GOGH’ by Lori Beach of Temecula. Courtesy photo

NOTICE INVITING BIDS CITY OF ENCINITAS

FY 2024-25 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION OVERLAY AND SLURRY SEAL PROJECT

Notice is hereby given that the City of Encinitas will receive ELECTRONIC BIDS ONLY, via the on-line bidding service PlanetBids, up to 2:00 PM, on March 3rd, 2025. At which time said ELECTRONIC BIDS will be publicly opened and read. The results will be posted on PlanetBids immediately upon bid opening. Bidders need not be present at bid opening.

WORK TO BE DONE: The work to be done generally includes:

Work to be done consists of asphalt overlays, slurry seals, surface and full depth repairs, crack sealing, milling asphalt pavements, installation or removal and replacement of concrete ramps, reconstruction of tra c detector loops, installation or removal and replacement of pavement striping and markings, adjustment of manholes and valves, and other related work as required by the various details and speci cations.

BASE BID: The Base Bid includes overlays and other improvements for the following roadways: Birmingham Drive, Buttercup Road, Cambridge Avenue, Calle De Adele, East E Street, Eucalyptus Avenue, 14th Street, La Mesa Avenue, Lotus Blossom Street, Montgomery Avenue, Moonlight Lane, Mountain Vista Drive, Ocean View Avenue, Olive Crest Drive, Orange Blossom Way, Phoebe Street, Running Spring Place, Scott Place, Star ower Road, Via Linda Del Sur, Village Center Drive, Wandering Road, Warwick Avenue.

Engineer’s Estimate – $1,855,000 (Base Bid only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 1A: Leucadia Boulevard From Saxony Road East To Pedestrian Bridge Overcrossing (1700’ East Of Quail Gardens Drive) – Rubber Asphalt Mix.

Engineer’s Estimate - $1,148,000 (Add Alt 1A only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 1B: Leucadia Boulevard From Saxony Road East To Pedestrian Bridge Overcrossing (1700’ East Of Quail Gardens Drive) – Standard Asphalt Mix

Engineer’s Estimate - $ 1,059,000 (Add Alt 1B only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 2A: Leucadia Boulevard From Pedestrian Bridge Overcrossing (1700’ East Of Quail Gardens Drive) East To Town Center Place – Rubber Asphalt Mix.

Engineer’s Estimate - $ 894,000 (Add Alt 2A only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 2B: Leucadia Boulevard From Pedestrian Bridge Overcrossing (1700’ East Of Quail Gardens Drive) East To Town Center Place – Standard Asphalt Mix

Engineer’s Estimate - $ 835,000 (Add Alt 2B only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 3: Leucadia Boulevard 150’ East Of Hermes Avenue To 150’ West Of Hymettus Avenue

Engineer’s Estimate - $ 169,000 (Add Alt 3 only)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 4: Alviso Way, Avenida De San Clemente, Guadalajara Drive, Oceanview Avenue, San Abella Drive, San Andrade Drive

Engineer’s Estimate - $ 118,000 (Add Alt 4 only)

Engineer’s Estimate with all Additive Alternates - $ 4,239,000 (Base Bid + Rubber Asphalt Add Alts) and $4,091,000 (Base Bid + Standard Asphalt Add Alts)

ADDITIVE ALTERNATE 5: PCC Sidewalk Panel Preservation (Birmingham Drive)

Engineer’s Estimate - $25,000 (Add Alt 5 only)

The Contractor shall complete the proposed work in its entirety. Should any detail or details be omitted from the Contract Documents which are essential to its functional completeness, then it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to furnish and install such detail or request such details from the City Engineer so that upon completion of the proposed work, the work will be acceptable and ready for use.

COMPLETION OF WORK: If only the base bid is awarded, the Contractor shall nish all improvements complete and in place within sixty (60) working days of the Commencement Date in the Notice to Proceed.

If the base bid and all additive alternates are awarded, the Contractor shall nish all improvements complete and in place within one hundred ten (115) working days of the Commencement Date in the Notice to Proceed. The additional working days allotted for the additive alternates are as follows:

• Additive Alternate 1A or 1B: fteen (15) working days

• Additive Alternate 2A or 2B: fteen (15) working days

• Additive Alternate 3: ten (10) working days

• Additive Alternate 4: ten (10) working days

• Additive Alternate 5: ve (5) working days

LOWEST RESPONSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE BIDDER: All bids are to be compared based on the City Engineer’s estimate of the quantities of work to be done and the unit prices bid by the bidder. The award of the contract, if it is awarded, will be to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Base Bid amount and any combination of standard or rubber asphalt additive alternatives selected or not selected in a manner at the City’s sole discretion. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 1103, a “Responsible Bidder”, means a bidder who has demonstrated the attributes of trustworthiness, as well as quality, tness, capacity, and experience to satisfactorily perform this public works contract.

FIFTY PERCENT “OWN FORCES” REQUIREMENT: Any bid that proposes performance of more than 50 percent of the work by subcontractors or owner operator/lessors or otherwise to be performed by forces other than the Bidder’s own organization will be rejected as non-responsive.

OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The website for this advertisement and related documents is: PlanetBids (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids). All bid documents and project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. It is the responsibility of Proposed Bidders to check the website regularly for information updates and Bid Clari cations, as well as any addenda. To submit a bid, a bidder must be registered with the City of Encinitas as a vendor. To register as a vendor, go to the following link (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids) and then proceed to the “Register As A Vendor” link. In compliance with California Contract Code Section 20103.7 electronic copies will be made available to contractor plan series bid boards and contractors upon their request. The City makes no representation regarding the accuracy of Contract Documents received from third party plan rooms and Contractor accepts bid documents from third parties at its own risk.

CITY OF DEL MAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, the 26th day of February, 2025, at 6 p.m., (or as soon thereafter as practicable) in the City of Del Mar Town Hall, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, California, the Design Review Board will conduct a public hearing on the following:

Application: DRBS25-002

APN: 300-030-86-00

Location: 1555 Camino Del Mar

Owner/Applicant: Brixton Del Mar TIC, LLC/ Kim Masayko Zone: PSP (Plaza Speci c Plan) Environmental Status: Exempt Sta Contact: Elizabeth Yee, Associate Planner, 858-7936144 or eyee@delmar.ca.us

Contractors shall be responsible for obtaining all addendums for the project and signing and submitting all addendums with their bid. Any contractor that does not acknowledge receipt of all addendums by signing and submitting all addendums with their bid shall be deemed a non-responsive bidder and their bid will be rejected.

BID INFORMATION: Bids shall be submitted electronically to the City utilizing PlanetBids (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids) No bid will be considered unless it is made on a proposal form furnished by the City. The work shall be in strict conformity with the Contract documents. In order to bid this project, the Contractor must have at the time of bid award a valid Class A State of California Contractor’s License in good standing and must maintain said license in good standing throughout the course of the project. Certain specialty licenses may be required of certain work as set forth in the plans and speci cations. The Contractor is responsible to ensure that all proper licenses are maintained. No bid will be awarded to a Contractor who is not licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code. Withdrawal of bids by Contractor shall not be permitted for a period of ninety (90) days after the date set for the opening thereof.

BID SECURITY: Each bid must be accompanied by cash, certi ed or cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond made payable to the City of Encinitas for an amount equal to at least ten percent (10%) of the amount bid, such guarantee to be forfeited should the bidder to whom the contract is awarded fail to enter into the contract.

PRE-BID MEETING: A pre-bid meeting will not be held.

PRE-BID QUESTIONS: The City will answer information requests on this project up to Noon on February 24th, 2025. After Noon on February 24th, 2025, no more questions or information requests will be answered. All questions regarding this project shall be submitted through PlanetBids. All project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. It is the responsibility of the Bidders to check the website regularly for information updates, clari cations, and addenda.

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: The Contractor shall pay to the City of Encinitas the sum of Five Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($5,200.00) per day for each and every calendar day of unexcused total project delay in completing the work in excess of the number of working days prescribed above. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 7203, these liquidated delay damages shall not limit the other express terms of this public works contract.

EQUALS: Notwithstanding if the project plans or speci cations designate speci c brands, materials, items or trade names, the Bidder may submit proposed equals to the Contract, pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400. Any contractor seeking a request for a substitution of “an equal” item shall submit all necessary data substantiating a request at least ten business days prior to the bid opening date.

RIGHT TO REJECT ALL BIDS: The City reserves the right to reject all bids at its sole discretion and to waive any immaterial irregularities or informalities in the bids received.

PREVAILING WAGE AND ENFORCEMENT COMPLIANCE: This is a prevailing wage project and prevailing wage rates for this locality and project as determined by the director of industrial relations apply, pursuant to labor code section 1770, et. Seq. The Prevailing Wage Determination for this project is 2024-2. A copy of the prevailing wage rates shall be posted on the job site by the contractor. A schedule of prevailing wage rates is available for review at the City’s o ces or may be found on the internet at http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/ Prevailing-Wage.html. The successful bidder shall be required to pay at least the wage rates set forth in that schedule. Certi ed Payroll records shall be maintained by the contractor and copies of the certi ed payroll shall be electronically sent to the Department of Industrial Relations and be delivered to the City at the end of each month during the entire duration of the project

The project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Subject to exceptions as set forth in Labor Code section 1771.1, contractor or subcontractor shall not be quali ed to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as de ned by statute, unless it is currently registered and quali ed to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. The City may not accept a bid nor any contract or subcontract entered into without proof of the contractor or subcontractor’s current registration to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5. For more information, go to http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/ Certi ed-Payroll-Reporting.html.

COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR LAWS: The prime contractor shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code, including, but not limited to, section 1777.5.

SUBLETTING AND SUBCONTRACTING FAIR PRACTICES ACT: Contractor shall comply with sections 4100 et. seq. of the Public Contracts Code (“Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act) in all respects. The City is the “duly authorized o cer” for the purposes of sections 4107 and 4107.5.

PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS: Each bid shall be accompanied by security in a form and amount as required by law. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Payment Bond for one hundred percent (100%), and a Performance Bond for one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount prior to execution of the contract. The City requires the awarded contractor obtain Payment and Performance bonds, issued by an admitted carrier, quali ed to do business in California, as required by Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the City permits the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld to ensure performance under the contract, or, alternatively, the contractor may request, and the City may make payment of retentions earned directly to the escrow agent at the expense of the Contractor.

NONDISCRIMINATION: During the performance of this contract, the contractor and its subcontractors shall not deny the contract’s bene ts to any person on the basis of race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; nor shall they discriminate unlawfully against any employee or applicant for employment because of race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Contractor shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment of employees and applicants for employment are free of such discrimination.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION: All questions relative to this project prior to the opening of bids, shall be submitted through PlanetBids. All project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. Please see section titled PRE-BID QUESTIONS above. The bidder shall not rely upon any representations made by City representatives in preparing its bid but shall rather rely solely upon the written Contract Documents and any contract addenda issued prior to bid opening.

Please also see INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS in bid documents for additional bid information and requirements.

END OF NOTICE INVITING BIDS

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Description: A request for Design Review for the installation of signage for the Valley Farms Market at the Del Mar Plaza.

item number you wish to speak on, to the Planning Sta prior to the announcement of the agenda item. The forms are located near the door at the rear of the Meeting Room. When called to speak, please approach the podium and state your name for the record.

Written Comments: Members of the public can participate in the meeting by submitting a written red dot comment via email to

planning@delmar.ca.us. The deadline to submit written comments is 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting and the subject line of your email should clearly state the agenda item you are commenting on. Under California Government Code 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in Court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice,

or written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the public hearing.

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CITY OF DEL MAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024

Phone: (760) 633-2710 | Email: planning@encinitasca.gov | Web: www.encinitasca.gov

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (02/7, 02/21, etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Closed Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of President’s Day

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATIONS AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

1. PROJECT NAME: Colmignoli SB9 lot Split and Single Family Residence; CASE NUMBER: MULTI-006467-2023, CDP-006469-2023, SUB-006468-2023; FILING DATE: August 22, 2023; APPLICANT: Claudio Colmignoli; LOCATION: 1331 Lake Drive (APN: 260-213-18); PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

A coastal development permit and SB-9 urban lot split to subdivide one lot into two, e and for the construction of a new single-family residence; ZONING/OVERLAY: Rural Residential 1 (RR1), Cultural/Natural Resources Overlay and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15268 (Ministerial Projects) and Section 15303 (a). Section 15268 exempts ministerial projects that are identi ed as ministerial within the code and regulation of the local jurisdiction. Urban Lot Split is a ministerial action per Government Code Section 65852.21, therefore, CEQA does not apply for the approval of the Urban Lot split application. Section 15303(a) exempts the construction of a new single-family residence. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines exists and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

STAFF CONTACT: Grant Yamamoto, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2815 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

2. PROJECT NAME: McCoy Accessory Dwelling Unit; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-007469-2024; FILING

DATE: August 8, 2024; APPLICANT: Nicholas and Dana McCoy; LOCATION: 936 Doris Drive (APN: 259160-25-00); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A coastal development permit to construct a new detached garage with an accessory dwelling unit above. ZONING/OVERLAY: R-5 and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15303(a), which exempts projects the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit in a residential zone. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines exist, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

STAFF CONTACT: Charlotte Brenner, Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2784 or cbrenner@encinitasca.gov

3. PROJECT NAME: Walmart Temporary Laydown Yard; CASE NUMBER: CDP-007798-2025; FILING

DATE: January 8, 2025; APPLICANT: Walmart; LOCATION: 1550 Leucadia Boulevard (APN: 257-500-49); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A coastal development permit for a temporary laydown yard for construction materials and temporary o ce trailer; ZONING/OVERLAY: Encinitas Ranch Speci c Plan, Encinitas Ranch Commercial (ER-C) zone, Special Study Overlay, Cultural/Natural Resources Overlay, Scenic/Visual Corridor Overlay, and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15304(e), which exempts the minor temporary use of land having negligible or no permanent e ects on the environment, including carnivals, sales of Christmas trees, etc. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines exists and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development. STAFF CONTACT: Grant Yamamoto, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2815 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATIONS AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period. An Appeal of the Department’s determination accompanied by the appropriate ling fee may be led within 10-calendar days from the date of the determination. Appeals will be considered by the City Council pursuant to Chapter 1.12 of the Municipal Code. Any ling of an appeal will suspend this action as well as any processing of permits in reliance thereon in accordance with Encinitas Municipal Code Section 1.12.020(D)(1) until such time as an action is taken on the appeal.

The above items are located within the Coastal Zone and require the issuance of a regular coastal development permit. The action of the Development Services Director, on all above items, may not be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.

Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised regarding the matter described in this notice or written correspondence delivered to the City at or prior to the date and time of the determination.

Location: 1437 Luneta Drive

Owner/Applicant: Tiernan Family Trust Zone: R1-10

Environmental Status: Exempt Sta Contact: Jennifer Gavin, Associate Planner, 858-7936148 or jgavin@delmar.ca.us

Description: A request for Design Review, Coastal Development, and Land Conservation Permits for the demolition of a non-conforming duplex, construction of a new, two-story, single dwelling unit with attached two-vehicle garage, and the performance of associated grading and site improvements.

Please submit a completed “Speaker Slip”, including the item number you wish to speak on, to the Planning Sta prior to the announcement of the agenda item. The forms are located near the door at the rear of the Meeting Room. When called to speak, please approach the podium and state your name for the record.

Written Comments: Members

of the public can participate in the meeting by submitting a written red dot comment via email to planning@delmar.ca.us. The deadline to submit written comments is 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting and the subject line of your email should clearly state the agenda item you are commenting on.

Under California Government Code 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in Court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the public hearing.

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CITY OF DEL MAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

following:

Application: ADR24-050

APN: 300-251-10-00

Location: 560 Orchid Lane

Owner/Applicant: Lisa and Chuck Helsel Zone: R1-10

Environmental Status: Exempt

Sta Contact: Brisa Smith, Assistant Planner, 858-7043646 or bsmith@delmar.ca.us

Description: A request to install one new air-conditioning condenser unit at the north elevation of the subject residence.

Public Testimony: Those desiring to be heard in favor of or in opposition to this item will be given an opportunity to do so by participating in Design Review Board meetings by addressing the Design Review Board for up to three minutes or by submitting a written comment. Please submit a completed “Speaker Slip”, including the item number you wish to speak on, to the Planning Sta prior to the announcement of the agenda item. The forms are located near the door at the rear of the Meeting Room. When called to speak, please approach the podium and state your name for the record.

Written Comments: Members of the public can participate in the meeting by submitting

CITY OF VISTA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-13

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CHARTERED CITY OF VISTA, CALIFORNIA, GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO LEVY AN ANNUAL ASSESSMENT OF THE CENTRAL VISTA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, AND FIXING A DATE AND TIME OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ANNUAL LEVY

The City Council of the City of Vista does resolve as follows

1. Findings. The City Council hereby nds and declares the following:

A. Pursuant to the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989 (“Law”), commencing with section 36500 of the California Streets and Highways Code, the Central Vista Business Improvement District (“District”) was established by adoption of Ordinance No. 95-8 (Chapter 3.52 of the Vista Municipal Code) on August 22, 1995, and amended by the adoption of Ordinance No. 2006-3 on February 14, 2006.

B. On February 27, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution 2024-23, con rming the 2024/25 Annual Report for the Central Vista Business Improvement District and levying the assessment for the 2024/25 scal year.

C. The Advisory Board has completed its Annual Report for Fiscal year 2025/26 and recommendations for the scal year commencing July 1, 2025 (“Report”), and the City Council intends now to approve the Report and to x a date and time for a public hearing on the Report.

2. Action.

A. The Report of the Advisory Board of the Central Vista Business Improvement District, a true and correct copy of which is on le and available for public inspection in the O ce of the City Clerk, is approved by the City Council.

B. The City Council hereby declares its intention to levy and collect assessments on businesses within the District for the scal year commencing July 1, 2025, in the amounts as described in Attachment 1, Proposed Levy of Assessment for Fiscal Year 2025/26, attached hereto and incorporated herein. The assessments proposed to be levied are based upon the estimated bene t to the businesses and property within the District.

C. The Central Vista Business Improvement District is located generally in the downtown Vista commercial area located along South Santa Fe Avenue, between Valencia Drive on the west to Civic Center Drive on the east, including the Historic Downtown, Vista Village and Paseo Santa Fe, is shown in Attachment 2.

D. The improvements and activities authorized by Chapter 3.52 of the Vista Municipal Code proposed to be provided within the District for Fiscal Year 2025/26, including any changes in modi cations proposed thereto, are described in Attachment 3.

E. The public hearing to be conducted by the City Council for consideration of the proposed assessments is hereby xed for Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the City Council is able to take up the matter. The public hearing shall be conducted in the City Council Chambers at 200 Civic Center, Vista, California.

F. At the public hearing, the City Council will consider all protests, both written and oral, presented to the City Council prior to the close of the hearing. Each written protest shall contain a su cient description of the business in which the person subscribing the protest is interested to identify the business, and if a person subscribing is not shown on the o cial records of the City as the owner of the business, the protest shall contain or be accompanied by written evidence that the person subscribing is the owner of the business. A written protest which does not comply with this section shall not be counted in determining a majority protests. If written protests are received from the owners of businesses in the District which will pay 50 percent or more of the assessments proposed to be levied and protests are not withdrawn so as to reduce the protests to less than 50 percent, no further proceedings to levy the proposed assessment, as contained herein, shall be taken for a period of one year from the date of the nding by the City Council that a majority protest exists. If the majority protest is only against the furnishing of a speci ed type of improvement or activity within the District, those types of improvements or activities shall be eliminated.

G. The City Clerk shall cause a copy of this Resolution to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation within the City at least seven (7) days prior to the date of the hearing in accordance with Section 36523 of the Law.

3. Adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a meeting of the City Council of the City of Vista held on January 28, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Mayor Franklin, Contreras, Melendez, O’Donnell, Fox

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a written red dot comment via email to planning@delmar.ca.us. The deadline to submit written comments is 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting and the subject line of your email should clearly state the agenda item you are commenting on.

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CITY OF SAN MARCOS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (PW RFP 25-04) PLAYGROUND

ENGINEERED WOOD FIBER (EWF) DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of San Marcos, hereinafter referred to as Agency or City, invites proposals for the above stated Project and will be

NOES: NONE

ABSTAIN: NONE

APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

Walter Chung, City Attorney Kathy Valdez, City Clerk Attachments 1, 2 and 3 are available online http://www.cityofvista.com/notices and in the City Clerk’s O ce, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084 Kathy Valdez, City Clerk

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available online via PlanetBids. Proposals are due up to the hour of 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING – None.

WORK DESCRIPTION The work consists of delivery and installation of engineered wood ber services.

LOCATION OF WORK

Various locations throughout the City of San Marcos, CA. ESTIMATED BUDGET The estimated overall budget is $500,000.00. PREVAILING WAGE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, payment of prevailing wages and compliance with the California Labor Code Sections 1770 et seq is required for this project. The Contractor will be required to comply with all of the terms and conditions (including State General Prevailing Wage requirements) prescribed for Contractor performing public works construction projects.

DIR REGISTRATION Under SB 854, contractors and subcontractors performing

work on public works contracts are required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) on an annual basis (July 1-June 30). All contractors and subcontractors submitting bids will be required to have registered in advance with the DIR and must meet the minimum program quali cations necessary to be eligible to work on public works projects pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 and Public Contract Code Section 4104.

CONTRACTORS LICENSE: The Contractor shall possess at the time the contract is awarded, the following licenses: California Contractor/Subcontractor License Class C-27 (required). TERM Maximum of ve (5) years. AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

and direct link provided below and provides all documents at no cost to bidders/proposers. http://www.san-marcos.net OR https://www.planetbids. com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=39481

GENERAL The company to whom the Contract is awarded, and any subcontractor under such company, shall hereby ensure that minority and women business enterprises will be a orded full opportunity to submit bids for subcontracts. Further, there shall be no discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, age, or sex. 02/14/2024 CN 30112

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SDA girls soccer set for postseason shot

By Noah Perkins

ENCINITAS — At 17-3 and 8-0 in Avocado League play, the San Dieguito Academy girls soccer team has been on cruise control since its 6-1 season-opening win over Scripps Ranch in December.

For Mustangs head coach Siggy Eyre, however, easy regular season wins mean challenging postseason games as the talent gap levels off.

“It’s been a great season with a great group of kids,” Eyre told The Coast News.

“What worries me…,” she said before reconsidering her choice of words. “…I think we are at a disadvantage to Poway and Scripps because we are in a league where we aren’t getting challenged. We have all the tools we need to go on a run; our results are good. But, are we prepared physically and mentally going into a harder match in the playoffs?”

The other challenge for SDA — ranked in the California top 100 by Max Preps — is the impact the strength of schedule could have on CIF seeding.

“Because of our league, the way the power rankings are done, we get less points for winning a game than some of our competitors get for losing games,” said Eyre, now in her fifteenth year at SDA.

For much of the season, the approach has been using games against lower-tier competition as extended training sessions.

“We talk a lot about bad habits you can develop against a lower-level team,” Eyre said. “You can take simple mistakes for granted, because if you lose the ball, it’s easy to get it back. A mistake against a competitive

team means you often give up a goal or a corner kick. It’s trying to fine tune the technical game; not turning the ball over because we are lazy.”

Eyre cited a lack of focus in early season losses to San Marcos, Point Loma and Mt. Carmel.

“We lost 1-0 against Point Loma,” she said. “We put 25 shots on them and they had one opportunity on

us and it was a corner kick in the last three minutes of the game and they scored. We should have won that game. They did everything right but that’s a good reminder it just takes one corner kick to even up the playing field.”

Outscoring opponents 67-13 heading into the final three regular season games, an organized team defense and a deep bench have been strengths for the Mustangs.

With 26 players on the roster, 23 have contributed to the stat book with an assist or goal.

“My goal for the league season was to get a clean sheet,” Eyre said. “We didn’t get that which was super disappointing. It took me a weekend to get over that.”

Mustangs senior center midfielder and University of Arizona commit Thaleia Tsintikidou leads the team

with 10 goals and five assists.

“For the amount of work she does you don’t see it on paper,” Eyre said. “She’s that player that makes everybody else better. She creates so much opportunity.”

Senior wing Sienna Balardeta has also chipped in with five assists.

Stylistically, the Mustangs like to play it out of the back, with center backs

Brooke Stealey and Makena Howard as complementary yet contrasting pieces.

“Brooke is so composed, clean and consistent,” Eyre said. “She will always show up and play a solid game.”

“Makena is a little less composed and clean technically,” Eyre added. “But, she is so athletic and so fast and brings such a physical presence. Both of them know when to attack and when to tuck in. They tactically know the game.”

Senior keeper Ella Kruntchev has had the luxury of an idle regular season, with shots on goal coming few and far between. In the postseason, that will change.

Keeping Kruntchev engaged has been Eyre’s top priority.

“If we go up several goals, every time we make a mistake, no matter where we are on the field, we restart with the keeper,” she said. “It makes them more accountable for their mistakes. It also keeps the defense and the goalkeeper connected to the play. We can work on her distribution. We keep [Kruntchev] involved no matter what the score is, so she is switching the field and changing the point of attack – keeping her involved physically and verbally.”

Following an away game at Vista on Wednesday (the game ended after this edition went to press), SDA closes the regular season against El Camino on Valentine’s Day. The CIF San Diego Section playoffs run through March 1. In program history, San Dieguito girls’ soccer has won five section championships, with the most recent — a 1-0 victory over Montgomery — in 2017.

San Diego FC opens preseason at desert invitational

By City News Service

REGION — In its first game against MLS competition, the San Diego Football Club lost to New York City FC, 3-1, despite defender Paddy McNair opening the scoring 19 minutes into the Coachella Valley Invitational game in Indio on Saturday. McNair headed in a cross from Hirving “Chucky” Lozano. Anders Dreyer was also credited with an assist. SAn Diego FC midfielder Aníbal Godoy would have tied the match 2-2 in the 59th minute, but the goal was disallowed.

For New York City FC, Alonso Martínez scored off Tayvon Gray's assist in the 28th minute and scored an unassisted goal in the 65th minute. Mounsef Bakrar scored off Martínez's assist in the 39th minute.

San Diego FC was scheduled to play Wednesday against the Portland Timbers, again at the Empire Polo Grounds. They wrap up the preseason event on Saturday against the New York Red Bulls.

They open the MLS regular season on Feb. 23 in Los Angeles against the Galaxy before debuting at home on March 1 against St. Louis FC at Snapdragon Stadium.

San Diego FC is the newest MLS franchise, bringing the league total to 30 clubs.

SAN DIEGO native Luca de la Torre, in white, fights for control during a match on Saturday in Indio before San Diego’s match against New York City FC, which New York won, 3-1. San Diego was scheduled to play two more matches as part of the Coachella Valley Invitational before opening the MLS regular season on Feb. 23. At right, Jeppe Tverskov during Saturday’s match. Courtesy photos/San Diego FC

MUSTANGS SENIOR Taylor McLeod, shown in action last season, is one of several veteran players who helped guide San Dieguito Academy to a perfect Avocado League record entering play this week. Photo by Rudy Schmoke

O’side names captain

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE —

A longtime Oceanside lifeguard with nearly 23 years of experience was named the city’s new beach lifeguard captain.

The Oceanside Fire Department announced in late January that Tyler Berry will lead the city’s lifeguard division following the retirement of Bill Curtis in December. Curtis served as beach lifeguard captain for 33 years. In a Facebook post, the city described Curtis as “a stalwart of our beach safety services.”

“From the beginning as a seasonal lifeguard, and rising through the ranks to Beach Lifeguard Captain, Bill has helped build one of the most respected agencies on the California coast – a legacy that will continue long after his retirement,” the post reads.

Berry, who considers Curtis a mentor, said he is honored to continue that legacy and serve in his new leadership role.

“It’s been my life’s work and a goal of mine,” Berry said. “I fully understand that I have huge shoes to fill.”

Born in La Jolla and raised in Oceanside, Berry began his lifeguard career at 16 in 2002. He holds a bachelor’s degree in public administration and is pursuing a master’s. Berry is also certified in several emergency response and rescue operations, including emergency medical technician (EMT), rescue boat operations, swift water rescue and dive operations.

Berry lives in Oceanside’s with “the love of his life” and their two children.

In addition to his pride in representing his fellow lifeguards, Berry is enthusiastic about the division’s future, especially with ongoing projects like the pier reconstruction, beach restoration efforts, and the Marine Safety Unit.

“I can’t think of a better time to step into this role,” Berry said.

The city expressed confidence in Berry’s leadership, noting his numerous awards for heroism, valor, and lifesaving acts.

““He exemplifies our mission statement of ‘Embracing Families and Safeguarding Communities,’ because, as a resident of Oceanside, he takes the privilege and honor of serving his community with the same care as if it were his own family,” the city wrote in a statement.

SDUHSD makes ethnic studies optional in fall

By Leo Place

ENCINITAS — Fol-

lowing months of community discussion and lingering questions surrounding state funding, the San Dieguito Union High School District has approved an optional ethnic studies course for ninth-grade students beginning next fall.

The district developed the course to comply with Assembly Bill 101, a 2021 bill requiring all high school districts to offer a semester-long ethnic studies course as a graduation requirement starting in 202526.

Between September and December, the district board reviewed and approved four separate proposed ethnic studies units to be incorporated into the district’s core English 9 course. During that time, the district has been waiting to see how much funding Gov. Gavin Newsom will provide to implement the course.

Districts were surprised to see last month that the proposed 2025-26 state budget lacked funding for ethnic studies. Facing deadlines to finalize courses for the upcoming year, the San Dieguito board decided on Feb. 4 to implement ethnic studies as a pilot course optional for freshmen in the 2025-26 school year, hoping to expand it in future years.

“The approved optional course pilot offering will allow the District to offer the course on a smaller scale initially and gather valuable feedback from students and staff, ensuring it is well prepared to meet the anticipated AB 101 requirement for full implementation in subsequent years,” the district said in a statement to families.

District officials said they are committed to fully implementing ethnic studies but that the governor’s budget presents a “timing challenge.” While the final budget in June could ultimately include funding for ethnic studies, the district has to finalize course offerings for the upcoming school year during the win-

ter.

AB 101 states that the mandate will only go into effect “upon appropriation of funds,” leaving a question mark for districts that have spent the past two years developing curriculum with the expectation that it would be funded.

“Until the Governor approves the final budget in June, SDUHSD won’t know definitively if Ethnic Studies will be a required offering per Assembly Bill 101, or if the anticipated funding

days, funded by the General Fund and Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant dollars.

The development of the ethnic studies course has drawn a great deal of community scrutiny in San Dieguito. District officials provided multiple opportunities for community feedback, including listening sessions held throughout 2024 before the approval of individual units.

The four approved units are focused on identity, his-

I think it’s pretty important to tell the true history. All the missions, a lot of that sounds all great, all happy, but there’s another side, a truth to be told.”

Bobby Wallace Kumeyaay Nation

Two 7-Elevens held up at gunpoint

By City News Service

ENCINITAS — Two

7-Elevens in Encinitas and San Diego were robbed at gunpoint Feb. 8 by three suspects who matched the same description, authorities said.

Officers responded at around 4 a.m. Saturday to reports of a robbery at 4080 Convoy St. in the neighborhood of Kearny Mesa, according to the San Diego Police Department.

will be received,” the district said.

When selecting classes for the fall, incoming ninth graders can choose whether to take the ethnic studies pilot course or stick with the regular core English 9 course, with the same option for English 9 Honors.

The course will be offered at all four high schools, but how many sections offered per school is unclear.

Since California became the first state in 2021 to require an ethnic studies graduation, there have been questions about how this mandate would be funded. The state issued $50 million in the 2021-22 state budget for districts to launch the development of these courses, but no other designated funds have come since then.

San Dieguito’s 202122 appropriation from the California Department of Education totaled around $228,000. In the upcoming school year, SDUHSD will allocate around $180,710 toward ethnic studies for teacher release periods and internal and external professional development

tory and movement, progress and barriers, and social movement and equity.

Many teachers, students and other community members say ethnic studies is crucial to exposing students to diverse perspectives, highlighting the experience of marginalized identities, and allowing students of marginalized identities to feel seen in the materials used in class.

However, those opposed argue that these topics are divisive, promote a radical agenda, and say the course should be optional or eliminated altogether.

The contentious environment surrounding ethnic studies was in full view when the board reviewed the fourth and final ethnic studies unit in December. The unit will focus on leaders for social change and examples of resistance, with materials to include works by John Lewis, Maya Angelou, Dolores Huerta, Audre Lorde, and other revolutionary voices.

Students will also be asked to participate in a civ-

Police said the suspects were three males who fled the first location in a black four-door sedan. The store clerk described them as short and thin with medium complexions.

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the Fairgrounds’ decision despite the potential consequences for the city.

“They’re also walking away from this in their own way,” she said.

Del Mar City Manager Ashley Jones, City Councilmember Tracy Martinez and other speakers pleaded with the Fairgrounds not to pause affordable housing talks.

Jones, who has led discussions with the Fairgrounds regarding the housing project, said the city stands by the rail principles it adopted in 2023. She also noted that seasonal workers at the Fairgrounds have contributed to the high number of housing units the city is obligated to produce.

“Please understand that the city stands by the council-adopted principles. That has not changed,” Jones said.

Other speakers noted that California is in a housing crisis and that, as a state agency, the Fairgrounds should make efforts to address this crisis.

Several board members said pausing discussions with the city, even briefly, was not a good idea.

Katelyn Mead said it seemed like a “tit for tat,” and Don Moser said Gaasterland did not appear to be speaking for the whole city.

“The current mayor in Del Mar has often presented her own views rather than the council’s views, and I think that sort of clouds the interpretation of this motion. I think we need to consider that we do have an obligation to provide affordable housing,” Moser said.

“About thirty minutes later a 7 Eleven in Encinitas was robbed by three males with guns who fled north in a black four-door sedan,’’ the department reported. It has not been confirmed that the robberies were connected but detectives were investigating. All three suspects were armed with handguns, police said. No injuries were immediately reported, and the suspects were at large.

In their decision, Fairgrounds board members also cited the city’s recent request for SANDAG to pause the planned San Dieguito Double Tracking and Special Events Platform Project until after a rail alignment has been chosen.

Fairgrounds and NCTD officials opposed this stance, stating that the project, which will replace the rail bridge over the San Dieguito lagoon, add double-tracking, and construct a special events rail platform at the Fairgrounds, is long overdue and has already been allocated crucial funding. At the same meeting on Tuesday, SANDAG provided an update on the project, stating that they hope to begin construction in early 2026.

The Del Mar City Council has not taken a formal stance on a rail route realignment at this point, despite Fairgrounds officials explicitly asking the city to oppose Alternative A in the past.

The SANDAG board of directors will choose one or more routes to advance for further environmental study at their Feb. 28 meeting.

After the meeting, Jones said she is optimistic that the city and Fairgrounds can reach a solution.

“While the board’s decision today was disappointing, I am looking forward to connecting with their CEO to determine next steps and actions needed to resume work under the ENRA [exclusive negotiating rights agreement] following next month’s board meeting. I’m optimistic that we can find a path forward,” Jones said.

CANYON CREST Academy seniors during last year’s graduation ceremony. The school district has made ethnic studies optional for ninth-grade students next fall, but state law mandates the course as a graduation requirement. Courtesy photo/CCAF

CITY MANAGER Ashley Jones, left, talks with Mayor Terry Gaasterland, center, and Deputy Mayor Tracy Martinez during Tuesday’s meeting. Photo by Leo Place

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Oceanside International Film Festival returns

14th year features the most films in event’s history

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE

— The 14th annual Oceanside International Film Festival is set to kick off with a red carpet premiere on Feb. 18 at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater.

This year’s festival will feature 43 films by local and global directors, covering topics ranging from surfing and environmental advocacy to grief, LGBTQ+ resilience, veteran reunions and racing across the country.

The number of films surpasses last year’s record-breaking 41 submissions. The boutique festival organizes films into thematic blocks based on submissions rather than rigid genre categories.

“The festival is specially curated at the mercy of what the world is producing that year,” said OIFF co-programmer Sterling Anno. “We gather what we have and find a thematic connection through lines that create an overall story.”

The festival traditionally features a yearly surfing-themed block curated by OIFF Executive Director Lou Niles.

Many film blocks will offer question-and-answer sessions with directors or stars after screenings.

One of the festival’s world premieres is “Foxtrot: Operation Reunification,” an 80-minute documentary following a group of veterans stationed at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton during Operation Desert Storm. The film details how they set up a life-saving hospital, treated hundreds of casualties, and later returned to the U.S. to face a new battle: post-traumatic stress disorder. The veterans find healing through reconnection and friendship.

“I think it’s important that the people of North County understand that a group of people are bringing never-before-seen cinema from all over the world to right here in Oceanside,” Brullo Niles said.

Tom Holland, best known for playing Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Holland stars in “Last Call,” a 19-minute film about a mother trying to reconnect with her son. The film was directed by Holland’s younger brother, Harry Holland, and debuted at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival.

While San Diego County hosts several film festivals, the Oceanside International Film Festival is one of the few in North County.

“We want people to know they have one right in their backyard going for 14 years with no end in sight,” Anno said. “We want people to come out and enjoy some wonderfully and authentically crafted art right where they live.”

Organizers plan to continue the festival for years to come and expect it to grow.

Tuesday’s red carpet premiere will feature “The Cigarette Surfboard,” a film that follows a young designer crafting a surfboard from thousands of cigarette butts collected from California beaches.

lasting friendships.

On Thursday, Feb. 20, the first surf-themed block will highlight international surf shorts, including “Amazigh,” which follows an indigenous Amazigh woman in North Africa breaking societal expectations to pursue her passion for surfing, and “A Letter From Antarctica,” documenting surfers searching for new waves at the bottom of the world while forming

Friday’s lineup continues with surf features and shorts, such as “Big Waves Will Rise You,” a film about 22-year-old Sam Carton’s journey to surf and become a photographer after choosing to amputate her leg due to complex regional pain syndrome.

The day will be headlined by “The Shape of Things: The Dick Brewer Story,” a film about legendary surfboard designer Dick Brewer, directed by Bob Campi and written by California Surf Muse-

um Executive Director Jim Kempton.

The festival will feature an LGBTQ+-themed film block for the first time on Wednesday, Feb. 19.

“This year, we gathered a wonderful collection of LGBTQ+ shorts and curated the block celebrating the theme,” said OIFF co-programmer and creative director Carly Starr Brullo Niles, noting that while LGBTQ+ topics have always been part of the festival, this is the first year they’ve been grouped into one block.

Some festival selections are homegrown, like “Ambush at St. Mary’s,” filmed at St. Michael’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Carlsbad. Scheduled for Wednesday, the film follows two outlaws disguised as priests during a chapel robbery, only to have their plan disrupted by a seeking parishioner.

The film, written and directed by Anthony Parisi, digital media manager for the church, showcases local talent alongside international cinema.

Some films feature big-name actors, including

“We take pride in our 14 years, and we look forward to advancing and growing with every year,” Brullo Niles said.

The Oceanside International Film Festival opens Feb. 18, with a red carpet event at 5 p.m., followed by the opening feature at 6 p.m. The festival continues from 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. On Saturday, Feb. 22, doors open at 11:30 a.m., with “Foxtrot” premiering at noon. The awards show begins at 7:30 p.m.

For the full schedule and tickets, visit osidefilm. org.

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THIS YEAR’S Oceanside International Film Festival will feature the surfing documentary film, “The Shape of Things: The Dick Brewer Story.” The film is part of the festival’s surfing-themed block of shorts and features. Courtesy photo

hit the road

and French bistros. Expansive resorts and pristine desert.

These varying and contrasting elements make up the kaleidoscope that is Scottsdale, Arizona, a city of a quarter-million people that offers something for everyone. Less than a six-hour drive from San Diego County, this jewel-of-the-desert is a popular destination in autumn, winter and spring for seekers of warmth and adventure.

So many choices…

Start with Old Town Scottsdale, a microcosm of the the city’s varied landscape. Walk down the covered sidewalks to find shops, boutiques and galleries reflective of the Old West.

“But (we are) not like Tombstone,” says Scotts-

all-day fare but don’t miss breakfast. Musts: Smoked salmon toast; peanut butter banana smoothie (yes, healthy); a mimosa flight (who knew?); and ridiculous crème brûlée French toast. Bonus: Glass walls bring the outside in.

Other good eats:

• Arcadia Farms Café

— Designated a Blue Zone Project restaurant, it serves fresh, organic and seasonal dishes in a delightful French bistro setting. During a brief power outage, the servers had candles on the table before we knew it. Madeleines served with coffee. Musts: Smoked and Fresh Salmon Hash (don’t let the word “hash” throw you); and blueberry crepes.

dale historian Joan Fudala, referring to the historic Arizona town infamous for outlaws and shootouts. “We were a tame town. The early settlers were religious and teetotalers.”

Much has happened since the mid-1800s. With the arrival of water via canals and the area’s reputation as a healing place, the land that once supported the Akimel O’odham (Pima) tribe has evolved into today’s Scottsdale.

Still, Scottsdale is known as a premier location for the arts that reflect Native American culture. A vast collection of paintings

and prints by Navajo artist R.C. Gorman can be found at Old Town’s R.C. Gorman Navajo Gallery. We learned that the gallery owner possesses the greater portion of works by Gorman, known as the Picasso of American Indian artists.

Nearby is the Native Art Market, owned and operated by Navajo artist Denise Rosales and family. The shop’s ornately painted floor, created by multiple Native American artists, drew us in. A photo of Rosales’ grandmother selling her jewelry on the rim of the Grand Canyon hangs on the wall. The paintings, exqui-

site pottery, jewelry, jams and jellies come from relatives and indigenous people nationwide.

Check out the Old Town website for its seven districts, including Fashion Square, where you’ll find an art museum of a totally different sort. The intriguing, mostly highly kinetic, hightech and musical artworks at Wonderspaces are both fun and immersive for all ages (but not for light- and sound-sensitive persons).

Just steps away: Elephante. Brand new and located in a former Crate & Barrel, the reno has transformed the generous space

into a vibrant, contemporary place to meet. The emphasis is on creative small plates and crafted cocktails. Musts: Grilled white shrimp; whipped eggplant dip and puccia (Italian bread); and meatballs.

We spent time at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess situated on a spectacular 65 acres where it has rightfully earned its “Sanctuary in the Sonoran” moniker. Among its amenities: six outdoor heated swimming pools and waterslides; new pickleball court; courtyard bar; and five restaurants, including Ironwood American Kitchen. Offers

• La Zozzona at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale — A busy day of exploring Scottsdale earns you elevated Italian-American cuisine in an elegant setting. Musts: Seafood Aqua Pazza (crazy fish), a delectable conglomeration of finfish, shrimp, scallops and clams in lobster sauce; stuffed clams; roasted beet salad; and lamb ragu lasagna.

• The Mission Kierland — A blend of Latin cuisines is complemented by the 12-ingredient guacamole made tableside. It’s not only a show but a meal. Still, save room for the meats grilled on mesquite-and-pecanwood fire and the arepas. For more photos, visit www.facebook.com/elouise. ondash.

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A LIFE-SIZE, realistic cutout of famed Navajo artist R.C Gorman stands in the R.C. Gorman Navajo Gallery in Old Town Scottsdale. The gallery owner possesses the greater portion of works by Gorman, known as the Picasso of American Indian artists. At right, the fire pits in the courtyard at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess create a warm glow and attractive evening gathering space. Photo by E’Louise Ondash (left)/Courtesy photo

Spam and more: This Musubi Love is

lick the plate

First off, This Musubi Love is the name of the new microenterprise home kitchen (MEHKO) founded and operated by Roger Post on Vulcan in Leucadia — and folks, it’s the real deal.

I thought it an appropriate headline with Valentine’s Day this week and the fact that I love what Roger is doing with musubi through the MEHKO program. Musubi, as you may recall from my L&L Hawaiian Barbeque column, is traditionally nori (seaweed)-wrapped Spam that can be customized many ways. It can be found all over Hawaii and is much loved by the budget conscious.

In a nutshell, a MEHKO is a small-scale food business that allows residents to prepare, cook and sell food directly to consumers from their permitted home kitchen while adhering to strict cleanliness and food safety standards, in many cases even more so than large commercial establishments.

They offer a much more affordable path into culinary entrepreneurship than traditional restaurants, and that can translate into lower costs for consumers, as evidenced by every delicious variation of Musubi on Roger’s menu being below $10.

Given the current reality of $18 California burritos, that is a great thing for folks working and renting coastally and who are slowly getting squeezed out by the crazy cost of living in paradise.

I also fancied This Musubi Love because I had a chance to sit down and get to know Roger over a Lick the Plate Radio interview, and his story leading up to this venture is a good one.

Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, to a flight attendant mom and pilot dad, Roger grew up snowboarding in Alaska, went to college at University of Nevada, Reno but found his calling in the restaurant world.

Maui beckoned, and with many new to the area and finding the cost of living out of whack with wages, he discovered musubi, and it became a regular part of his

diet. Eventually Roger settled in Oceanside, including a stint living in his Subaru Outback while perfecting the art of living off of very little.

The pace, vibe and surf of Leucadia beckoned, and he found a place with his girlfriend in Beacon’s Townhomes where This Musubi Love was born and now operates out of.

Our conversation veered toward the high cost of local restaurant food and with Captain Keno’s gone, how there is really no budget joint west of the 5. Roger saw an opportunity to fill that niche and did it beautifully with This Musubi Love.

I will admit that my experiences with musubi prior

to Roger’s amazing creations was lukewarm at best. I was not craving it on the regular but that all changed after eating my way through the very affordable, creative and delicious menu Roger has created.

Let’s get to that, shall we? First off, Roger only uses low-sodium Spam and soy sauce along with organic cane sugar, making it among the healthiest versions you will find.

You will also see furikake in many of his offerings, which is a mixture of sesame seeds, seaweeds, herbs, fish flakes and salt that derives its name from the Japanese term for sprinkles.

It’s commonly pressed into rice-based snacks for

another layer of flavor, texture and healthy goodness.

The Classic has Spam, teriyaki and furikake, simple and perfect. Spam N’ Cheese is the classic with your choice of cheese. Tropical Heat adds some depth with pineapple and fresh jalapeno. Dawn Patrol is Spam, egg, bacon, cheddar cheese and spicy mayo.

Katsu Spam includes panko-fried Spam, Bachan’s Japanese BBQ Sauce and furikake. Bachan’s Chicken is chicken fried tenders tossed in Bachan’s sauce and wrapped with nori. And finally, for all you coastal vegans, Roger offers a plantbased protein patty, teriyaki and furikake.

My sampler included

all of these and I munched on all of them, both hot and cold, over the next three days and enjoyed every bite.

Each order comes with two hearty pieces of musubi and they have that rare combo of being both light and hearty.

It was a smart move offering chicken and a vegan offering as a lot of folks are still going to freak out on Spam. My advice: Get over it and give it a try.

Roger’s flavor and texture combinations will make you a fan and if it doesn’t work for you, go with the chicken. Avocado can be added to most options but please check the website on the regular for updates and changes.

The mac salad is most excellent, like so good it should be part of your order for sure. He also offers miso soup and edamame along with chips, a variety of soda’s, Hawaiian Sun Juice and Waterloo Sparkling Water.

It’s been a while since writing a Lick the Plate column has endeared me so much to the proprietor, the food and the value like This Musubi Love.

My advice, get on this place ASAP and get some Musubi Love in your life on the regular. Pickup is in Leucadia, pre-order at thismusubilove. com while following them on Instagram and Facebook for updates.

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ROGER POST, clockwise from top left, founded This Musubi Love, a microenterprise home kitchen (MEHKO) he operates out of his home on Vulcan Avenue in Leucadia; among the options at This Musubi Love is the Tropical Heat, which includes Spam, teriyaki, furikake, pineapple and fresh jalapeno; Post uses low-sodium Spam in his menu items; musubi is seaweed-wrapped Spam customized in a variety of ways. This Musubi Love also offers chicken and vegan variations. Photo by David Boylan (Post)/Courtesy photos

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O’side advances smaller Eddie Jones project

Nearby residents remain unhappy over local impact

By Samantha Nelson

OCEANSIDE — Af-

ter nearly three years of planning and significant pushback from residents, the Oceanside Planning Commission has approved a scaled-back version of the controversial Eddie Jones Warehouse Project.

Located at 250 Eddie Jones Way near state Route 76, the project will feature four warehouse buildings totaling 497,882 square feet. The largest building will have 10 truck bays, while the remaining three will have eight apiece, for a total of 34 bays.

The original proposal called for a 566,905-squarefoot facility with 114 truck bays.

The 31.79-acre property has a long industrial history, previously housing the Deutsch Plant, which specializes in defense industry electronic connectors. TE Connectivity later purchased the site in 2012 before it was sold again in 2021. The existing building was demolished in 2022.

Developer RPG, formerly RAF Pacifica Group, initially proposed a largescale warehouse and distribution facility, sparking more than two years of pushback from residents of a nearby single-family housing subdivision across the San Luis Rey River and commuters frequenting state Route 76.

Concerns included increased traffic, noise, environmental impacts, and potential interference with fire evacuation routes.

“It’s been 30 months of hard work,” said Dee Keck, leader of Oceanside Speaks Out, a group opposed to the project.

The revised plan reduced the project’s size and the number of truck bays, but many residents remained unconvinced. During the Planning Commission’s Feb. 10 public hearing, council cham-

bers were at capacity and spilling into the lobby with residents, some of whom displayed posters with “no” symbols over images of trucks to protest the project.

John Bucalo, whose home is 800 feet from the project site, acknowledged that development was inevitable but said the current proposal was still too large despite the size reduction.

“We know there’s something that’s going to go in,” Bucalo said. “We want to see something beautiful, not this monster.”

Bucalo also praised the developer’s past projects in

the region but said this project didn’t fit the neighborhood.

“I’ve seen what this builder builds – it’s beautiful, but this can’t be the best we have,” he said.

Adam Robinson, president of RPG, emphasized the company’s experience in North County.

“We’ve built 1.6 million square feet of industrial space in North San Diego County alone,” Robinson said.

The city responded to residents’ concerns with several conditions of approval, including:

Prohibiting trucks from traveling north on Benet Road or onto Alex Road, where a residential neighborhood is located.

Restricting trailer parking to approved truck bays only.

Developing traffic and facilities management plans, including a "good neighbor policy."

Residents feared project traffic would block access to Benet Road for vehicles and pedestrians and harm emergency access and evacuations.

Traffic and emergency access concerns were ad-

dressed through a dedicated right-turn lane for trucks on Benet Road and a new sidewalk connecting the project to the nearby river bike trail, easing conflicts with nearby Prince Skate Park and future roundabouts associated with the Ocean Kamp development project.

A traffic study found that while the intersection at SR-76 and Benet Road would be affected, a onetime $50,000 “fair share” payment from the developer would help mitigate impacts.

In collaboration with the Oceanside Fire Depart-

ment, staff conducted a wildfire evacuation study and determined the project would not eliminate existing routes or impair evacuation plans.

Blake Dorse, division chief with Oceanside Fire, said the project initially raised concerns given its location in a very high fire hazard severity zone.

“When we first looked at the initial evacuation study, we rejected it,” Dorse said. “I wanted more – it had a limited scope in my opinion, and we wanted to see more scenarios.”

Dorse later used the Genasys application to simulate worst-case fire scenarios and concluded the project met evacuation standards.

“I don’t feel like there will be a significant threat to the community,” Dorse said.

Environmental concerns about impacts on local habitats, such as the San Luis Rey River and Wanis View Preserve, were addressed with a 100-foot biological buffer along the river, and a biological study found no special-status plants on the site. An air quality report determined emissions from the project would not exceed county thresholds.

The most contentious issue for commissioners was the number of truck bays.

“The hot button here is the trucks,” said Commissioner Louise Balma. Ultimately, the commission compromised with the developer, reducing the truck bays from 56 to 34. Staff clarified that any future expansion would require a new review by the Planning Commission.

“I think you do want to be a good neighbor,” Commissioner John Malik told the developer. “You have put some really good facilities into the community, and we do want to support smart growth – but we’re trying to reach a way we can better manage and mitigate things.”

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the project, though it may go before the City Council for final approval if appealed.

THE COUNCIL chambers were filled to capacity with overflow seating spilling into the lobby for the discussion about the Eddie Jones Warehouse Project. Rob Dmohowski, the city’s principal planner, presented a scaled-down version of the project, but some residents felt it left a great deal to be desired. Photos by Samantha Nelson

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CITY OF CARLSBAD PUBLIC NOTICE – UNCLAIMED FUNDS

Pursuant to State of California Government Code Section 50050, notice is hereby given by the City of Carlsbad that the following amounts, not the property of the city, have been held by the Treasurer of the City of Carlsbad for more than three years. These amounts will become property of the City of Carlsbad if no veri ed complaint is led and served by April 14, 2025. Any persons possessing an interest in this property may email kayla.hanner@carlsbadca.gov or call 442-339-2411.

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NOTICE OF INTENDED DECISION (Administrative)

The Planning Division Director of the City of San Marcos has considered the proposed project and does intend to APPROVE the Director’s Permit DP240013 on February 24-2025

Project No.: DP24-0013

Applicant: Luciano Sanchez Jr.

Request: A Director’s Permit to allow an automotive services repair facility located at 935 Bailey Court, Suite 101 in the Industrial (I) Zone.

Environmental

Determination: In accordance

with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) the City of San Marcos did nd the project Categorically Exempt (EX25-029) pursuant to Section 15301 Class 1(a) of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), in that this is an existing facility with no expansion.

Location of Property: 935 Bailey Court, more particularly described as: PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 6918, IN THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP THEREOF, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY ON FEBRUARY 22, 1978 AS FILE NO. 1978-70786 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. Assessor’s Parcel Number(s): 219-171-11-00. Further information about this notice can be obtained

from Corina Flores, Assistant Planner, by calling 760-7441050 extension 3229, or via email c ores@san-marcos.net

Notice: Any interested person may appeal the decision of the Planning Division Director to the Planning Commission provided the appeal fee is paid ($20 for residents; $1,155 for non-residents) and a written appeal is submitted to the Planning Division Secretary within ten (10) calendar days of the date of the decision (due no later than 5:30 PM on March 6, 2025). The written appeal should specify the reasons for the appeal and the grounds upon which the appeal is based. The City’s Planning Commission will then consider the led appeal/s at a later public hearing. The Planning Division can be contacted at 760744-1050, extension 3233 or gjackson@san-marcos.net. The

to as Agency or City, invites proposals for the above stated Project and will be available on line via PlanetBids. Proposals are due up to the hour of 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 04, 2025 PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING

None.

WORK DESCRIPTION The work consists of cold mill of existing pavement, asphalt concrete overlay, slurry seal, micro surfacing, tra c signal improvements, and striping and markings. A detailed Scope of Work can be found in the IFB Documents.

LOCATION OF WORK

Various locations throughout the City of San Marcos, California.

ESTIMATED BUDGET

The estimated overall budget is $5,182,000.00. TERM Seventy-Five (75) Working Days.

CONTRACTORS LICENSE

The Contractor shall possess at the time the contract is awarded, a California Contractors license classi cation Type A General Engineering or California Subcontractors license classi cation Type C-12 Earthwork and Paving.

PREVAILING WAGE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, payment of prevailing wages and compliance with the California Labor Code Sections 1770 et seq is required for this project. The Contractor will be required to comply with all of the terms and conditions (including State General Prevailing Wage requirements) prescribed for Contractor performing public works construction projects.

DIR REGISTRATION

Under SB 854, contractors and subcontractors performing work on public works contracts are required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) on an annual basis (July 1-June 30). All contractors and subcontractors submitting bids will be required to have registered in advance with the DIR and must meet the minimum program quali cations necessary to be eligible to work on public works projects pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 and Public Contract Code Section 4104.

AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

The City uses PlanetBids to post and receive bids/proposals. Only vendors that are registered will be eligible to submit a bid/ proposal for formal solicitations with the City. PlanetBids is accessible via the City’s website and direct link provided below and provides all documents at no cost to bidders/proposers. http://www.san-marcos.net OR https://www.planetbids. com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=39481

(cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Brendan Ramos and Marlise Ramos, husband and wife as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 10/25/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0921315 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County, California. Date of Sale:: 03/12/2025 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $382,485.59 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 237 Avenida Marguarita, Oceanside, CA 92057 A.P.N.: 158-231-3800 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S

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SALE

Title No. 170420892-CA-VOI

A.P.N. 158-231-38-00 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/14/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash,

more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 866-539-4173 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the le number assigned to this case 17-20401-SP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 17-20401-SP-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 02/04/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Ti any and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 866-539-4173; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sale Representative A-4834299 02/14/2025, 02/21/2025, 02/28/2025 CN 30097

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 23-01713-FSCA Title No. 230392538-CAVO1 A.P.N. 165-113-34-11 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09/18/2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a

Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Trustor: Jigendra N Maharaj, an unmarried man Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 09/23/2020 as Instrument No. 2020-0563849 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County, California. Dale of Sale: : 04/04/2025 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Entrance of the East County Regional Center, East County Regional Center, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges:

$264,058.69 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2355 Rancho Del Oro Rd Unit 51, Oceanside, CA 92056-1750 A.P.N.: 165113-34-11 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether

your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the le number assigned to this case 23-01713-FS-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 23-01713-FS-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 01/24/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Ti any and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 800-280-2832; Sales Website: www.ndscorp. com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4833586 01/31/2025, 02/07/2025, 02/14/2025 CN 30031

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S .No. 23-01603-LD-CA Title No. 230369286-CA-VOI A.P.N. 158-732-06-00 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/20/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5 102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without

covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Arnold W. Crowell and Nataisha N. Crowell, husband and wife as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 10/29/2021 as Instrument No. 2021-0756406 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County. California. Date of Sale:: 03/26/2025 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $697,828.54 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4354 Vista Verde Way, Oceanside, CA 92057 A.P.N.: 158-732-0600 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 23-01603-LD-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 01/23/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Ti any and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sale Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4833469 01/31/2025, 02/07/2025, 02/14/2025 CN 30028

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S

SALE T.S. No. 24-03005-SMCA Title No. 240530577-CAVOI A.P.N. 158-051-19-62 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AJ’ A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CON TACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or Federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or Federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust,

interest thereon, Fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee For the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Paul Headley and Ginger Headley, husband and wife as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 08/28/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0613664 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County, California. Date of Sale: : 03/07/2025 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Entrance of the East County Regional Center, East County Regional Center, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $671,331.24 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 301 Island Way #5, Oceanside, CA 92054 A.P.N.: 158-051-1962 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult cither of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the le number assigned to this case 24-03005-SM-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a

right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 24-03005-SM-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 01/21/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Ti any and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sides Line 800-280-2832; Sales Website: www.ndscorp. com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4833285 01/31/2025, 02/07/2025, 02/14/2025 CN 30017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE In accordance with the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facility Act, Section 21700, et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California the under-signed will be sold at public auction conducted on STORAGETREASURES.COM on February 19th 2025, ending at 10am. The personal property including but not limited to: Personal and household items stored at West Coast SelfStorage DelSur 16001 Babcock St San Diego CA 92127, County of San Diego, by the following persons:

Tenant

Nathania Pasion

Property is sold “AS IS BASIS.” There is a refundable $100 cleaning deposit on all units. Sale is subject to cancellation. 02/14/2025 CN 30116

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) CASE # (NUMERO DE CASO) 24FL009655N NOTICE TO RESPONDENT AVISO AL DEMANDADO: Maria Eugenia Velasquez You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente. Petitioner’s Name is: Nombre del demandante: Manuel Esgar Lucatero

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to le a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not le your Response on time, the court may make orders a ecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help nding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE—RESTRAINING

ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are e ective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement o cer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.

EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. The name and address of the court are (El nombre y direccion de la corte son): Superior Court of California County of San Diego North County Division 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista CA 92081 The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direccion y numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Manuel Esgar Lucatero 1820 Melrose Dr. #118 San Marcos CA 92078 Date (Fecha): 08/29/2024

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Clerk, by (Secretario, por), S. Rodriguez, Deputy (Asistente) NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant.

02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30107

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Sections 6104, 6105 U.C.C.) Escrow No. 25-95205-RZ

Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named transferor(s) that a bulk transfer is about to be made on the personal property hereinafter described.

The name(s) and business address(es) of the transferor(s) is/are:

PREMIER COMMUNITY SERVICES LLC - DBA PREMIER COMMUNITY SERVICES

3548 SEAGARE WAY, STE 200, OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92056

The location in California of the chief executive o ce or principal business o ce of the transferor(s) is/are: 3548 SEAGARE WAY, STE 200, OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92056

All other business names and addresses used by the intended transferor(s) within three years last past so far as known to the transferee is/are: PREMIER COMMUNITY SERVICES LLC - DBA PREMIER COMMUNITY SERVICES

3548 SEAGARE WAY, STE 200, OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA

92056

The name(s) and business address(es) of the intended transferee(s) is/are: PROPERTY ADVANTAGE CARLSBAD INC

5142 AVENIDA ENCINAS, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008

That the property pertinent hereto is described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, AND ALL OTHER RELATED ASSETS. and is located at: 3548 SEAGARE WAY, STE 200, OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92056

The business name used by the said transferor(s) at said location is: PREMIER COMMUNITY SERVICES.

That said bulk transfer is intended to be consummated at the o ce of Commerce Escrow Company, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, California 90017 on or after 03/05/25.

This bulk transfer IS subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

The name and address of the person with whom claims may be led is: Commerce Escrow Company, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, California 90017, Attention: RAUL ZUNIGA, reference: Escrow: 25-95205-RZ, and the last day for ling claims by any creditor shall be: 03/04/25 which is the business day before the consummation date speci ed above.

Dated: FEBRUARY 6, 2025

TRANSFEREES:

Property Advantage Carlsbad Inc, a California corporation

By:/S/ JAMES MOTT, CFO

2/14/25 CNS-3894771# CN 30105

NOTICE OF SALE

PERSONAL PROPERTY

Notice is hereby given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21700-21716 of the Business and Professions Code,

Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell said property by competitive bidding, on or after Tuesday, February 25th 2025 at 10:00

A.M. or later. Said property has been stored and is located at “SuperStorage”, 148 Robelini Dr., Vista, CA 92083 Auction is to be held online at www. storagetreasures.com

Angelina Castanon (5X7)

Sean Joseph Rehm 10x10)

Leilani Lavon McCauley (10x20)

Christine Kay Winters (10x20)

Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY.

All purchased items sold as is, where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sales are subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Advertiser Reserves the right to bid.

Dated this 6th day of February 2025

Auction by Storagetreasures.com: Phone (855)722-8853

SuperStorage 760-727-1070

02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30104

STORAGE TREASURES AUCTION

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its a liates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 372 W Aviation Rd Fallbrook Ca 92028 Auction Date: March 4, 2025 at 10:00am Joel Tapia

Jerry Lee

Luci Spencer

The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

2/14/25 CNS-3892016# CN 30096

NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the contents of the following storage units will be o ered for sale at public auction for enforcement of storage lien. The Online Auction will be held Friday, February 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Location of Online Auction: www.storagetreasures. com. Storage address: 1566 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027. Terms are CASH ONLY! Valley Rose Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or cancel the auction. The following units may include, but not limited to electronic items, furniture, & household items, unless otherwise stated.

Aubry Grundeman - G229 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30081

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DANIEL McDONOUGH Case # 25PE000265C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, Daniel McDonough A Petition for Probate has been led by Brian McDonough in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that Brian McDonough be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: March 11, 2025; Time: 10:00 AM; in Dept.: 504. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner: Brian McDonough 2266 Edinburg Ave. Cardi CA 92007

Telephone: 760.632.5543

02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30071

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice SecureSpace Self Storage Vista 220 Hu St Vista CA 92083 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 2/26/2025 at 2:30 PM. Jahlin Rowley; Ignacio Plascencia Alvarez; Zaundia Klingbeil; Rebecca Peinado; Tricia Dixon; Amalia Rivera; Vladimir I Rivas. This sale may be withdrawn at

any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. 02/07. 02/14/2025 CN 30066

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 25CU004522N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Paige Elizabeth Sullivan led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Paige Elizabeth Sullivan change to proposed name: Paige Summer Wilder THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On March 14, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. N-25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required.

A certi ed copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is led, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT

OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed

date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date. Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 01/27/2025 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30054

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 25CU003597C TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: Petitioners Benjamin J. Cook led a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

a. Present name: Benjamin J. Cook change to proposed name: Benjamin Jude Cook THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On March 12, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 61 of the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego CA 92101 Central Division, Hall of Justice. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120). If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required.

A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies. If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the

petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is led the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions. A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 01/22/2025

Maureen F. Hallahan Judge of the Superior Court 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30024

AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 24CU027463N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Jack Anthony Edwards led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Jack Anthony Edwards change to proposed name: Jack Anthony Shaw THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On February 28, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-

130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is led, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT

OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Filed Date: 01/13/2025 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30023

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002528 Filed: Feb 05, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mane Studio. Located at: 2002 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Mackenzie Sundahl, 2953 Calle Frontera, San Clemente CA 92673; 2. Lisa Sundahl Higginson, 2953 Calle Frontera, San Clemente CA 92673. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/01/2024 S/Mackenzie Sundahl, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30118

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002146 Filed: Jan 30, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Missing My Best Friend. Located at: 441 E. Cli St., Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 681 San Rodolfo Dr. #1091, Solana Beach CA 92075. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Melissa Seipel Coaching and Consulting, LLC, 681 San Rodolfo Dr. #1091, Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/01/2024 S/Melissa Seipel, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30117

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002499 Filed: Feb 05, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. LA Consulting Co. Located at: 703 Chimney Rock Dr., Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3784 Mission Ave. Ste 148 Box 359, Oceanside CA 92058. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Linda Avsharian, 3784 Mission Ave. Ste 148 Box 359, Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: An

Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2005 S/Linda Avsharian, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30114

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002732

Filed: Feb 07, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Blessed Beyond Entertainment. Located at: 5355 Avenida Encinas #100, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Blessed Beyond Entertainment Inc., 5355 Avenida Encinas #100, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2020 S/Abigail Newsome, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30113

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002392

Filed: Feb 04, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Flips Whips. Located at: 7640 University Ave. #A, La Mesa CA 91942 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 13310 Barbados Way, Del Mar CA 92014. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Philip James Lewis, 13310 Barbados Way, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Philip James Lewis, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30109

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9002706

Filed: Feb 07, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Golden Coast HVAC. Located at: 687 S. Coast Hwy 101 #111, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #U12, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. RAF Paci ca Group, 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #U12, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Adam Robinson, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30108

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001474

Filed: Jan 22, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Venezia Italian Cuisine; B. A2Z Construction. Located at: 604 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Amir Zamani, 604 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Amir

Zamani, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30106

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001714

Filed: Jan 24, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Prizm Micros. Located at: 955 Osborne St., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Dreamora, 955 Osborne St., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Ryan Walker, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30102

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001688 Filed: Jan 24, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Aladino Bail Bonds. Located at: 1441 State St., San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1000 Aviara Pkwy #300, Carlsbad CA 92011. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Two Jinn Inc., 1000 Aviara Pkwy #300, Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/01/2004 S/Herbert G. Mutter, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30101

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002203 Filed: Jan 31, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. City SC Southwest. Located at: 27574 Commerce Center Dr. #237, Temecula CA 92590 Riverside. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Temecula United SC, 27574 Commerce Center Dr. #237, Temecula CA 92590. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/29/2025 S/Karen Weebe, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30100

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002383 Filed: Feb 03, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Angelic Caregiving LLC. Located at: 1501 E. Grand Ave. #1312, Escondido CA 92027 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Angelic Caregiving LLC, 1501 E. Grand Ave. #1312, Escondido CA 92027. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/08/2025 S/Esmeralda Santiago Reyes, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07/2025 CN 30098

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002128 Filed: Jan 30, 2025 with County

of San Diego Recorder/County

Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Travel Beyond the Boundaries. Located at: 1802 S. Tremont St. #4, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Morgan Alyssa Margherita, 1802 S. Tremont St. #4, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Morgan Alyssa Margherita, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30089

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002293

Filed: Feb 03, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Tommy A. Creative. Located at: 346 Mainsail Rd., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Thomas J. Anderson, 346 Mainsail Rd, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Thomas J. Anderson, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30086

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002307

Filed: Feb 03, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. OceanShine Windows. Located at: 2739 Flower Fields Way, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. OceanShine Windows LLC, 2739 Flower Fields Way, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/03/2025 S/Gabriel Hartzell, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30079

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001567

Filed: Jan 23, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Glass Wall Systems Inc. Located at: 2131 Las Palmas Dr #B, Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Glass Wall Systems Inc., PO Box 230028, Encinitas CA 92023. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/17/2002 S/William Mesa, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30078

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9002297

Filed: Feb 03, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Louie’s Auto Detailing. Located at: 6359 Rancho Mission Rd. #6, San Diego CA 92108 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Luis Enrique Hernandez, 6359 Rancho Mission Rd. #6, San Diego CA 92108. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/12/2024 S/Luis Enrique Hernandez, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30077

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002256 Filed: Jan 31, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. J’aime Nowak

Speaking & Consulting. Located at: 2772 Roosevelt St. #1493, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. J’aime Nowak, 2772 Roosevelt St. #1493, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2024 S/J’aime Nowak, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30075

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000519

Filed: Jan 09, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Santa Fe Barbershop. Located at: 538 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Sol Divino LLC, 538 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/09/2025 S/Micaela Belman, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30074

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9002105

Filed: Jan 30, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. SD Lush Lab. Located at: 12004 Carmel Mountain Rd. #59, San Diego CA 92128 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: PO Box 676087, Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brookelynn Nelson, PO Box 676087, Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/15/2025 S/Brookelynn Nelson, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30073

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9001556

Filed: Jan 23, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Natural Path. Located at: 12865 Pointe Del Mar Way #170, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. The Spine Institute Habchi Chiropractic Inc., 12865 Pointe Del Mar Way #170, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2023 S/Jennifer Habchi, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30072

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000703 Filed: Jan 13, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sage Senior Solutions. Located at: 316 Crownview Ct., San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ever After Placement, LLC, 316 Crownview Ct., San Marcos CA 92069. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/13/2025 S/Marianne Stluka, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30069

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9002145 Filed: Jan 30, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Elite Garage

Door Repair. Located at: 2572 Magellan Ln., Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Dean Wozney, 2572 Magellan Ln., Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/06/2018 S/Dean Wozney, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30068

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000124

Filed: Jan 03, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. A&J Construction. Located at: 1012 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido CA 92025 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Alberto Noriega Rojas, 1012 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido CA 92025. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/02/2025 S/Alberto Noriega Rojas, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30063

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001349

Filed: Jan 21, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mind Therapy. Located at: 2558 Roosevelt St., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 965 Laguna Dr. #7, Carlsbad CA 92008. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brooke Renee Pollind, 965 Laguna Dr. #7, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Brooke R. Pollind, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30062

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001814

Filed: Jan 27, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Local Properties. Located at: 412 N. Coast Hwy, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Trinity Management, Inc., 120 Birmingham Dr. #120B, Cardi CA 92007. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Wesley Besemer, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30061

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000690

Filed: Jan 10, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Rise N Shine Property Rentals, LLC. Located at: 3221 Celinda Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rise N Shine Property Rentals, LLC, 3221 Celinda Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/15/2024 S/Janine Gale, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30060

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000689

Filed: Jan 10, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Rise Coaching Services, LLC. Located at: 3221 Celinda Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address:

Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rise Coaching Services, LLC, 3221 Celinda Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/14/2024 S/Janine Gale, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28/2025 CN 30059

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000718

Filed: Jan 13, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. VandenBrink & Associates, A Professional Fiduciary Company. Located at: 5610 Quarter Horse Cir., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 825 College Blvd. Ste 102 #506, Oceanside CA 92057. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Mabel VandenBrink, 825 College Blvd. Ste 102 #506, Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/11/2010 S/Mabel VandenBrink, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30058

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001927 Filed: Jan 28, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Seifert and Associates. Located at: 2348 Larmar Ave., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Matthew Mel Seifert, 2348 Larmar Ave., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Matthew Mel Seifert, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30057

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001827

Filed: Jan 27, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. CollegeJim. com. Located at: 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd. #150, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. James Charles Lundgren II, 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd., Sa Diego CA 92121. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2019 S/James Lundgren II, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30055

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001790

Filed: Jan 27, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Cerebral Canine; B. Corso Queen. Located at: 776 S. Sierra Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Marcy Ann Mernik, 776 S. Sierra Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/25/2025 S/Marcy Ann Mernik, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30049

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9001799

Filed: Jan 27, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Days Inn Oceanside; B. Days In At The Coast. Located at: 1501 Carmelo Dr, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Harborview Inn LLC, 1501 Carmelo Dr., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/21/1997 S/Nayan B. Patel, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30048

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001538 Filed: Jan 22, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Raspy Growers; B. Raspy. Located at: 335 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jaime Jimenez Jorquin, 335 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2000 S/Jaime Jimenez Jorquin, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30047

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001028 Filed: Jan 16, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Lutum Advisors. Located at: 1180 Molara Ln., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. David Wayne Ernst, 1180 Molara Ln., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/David Wayne Ernst, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30042

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001027 Filed: Jan 16, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Lutum. Located at: 1180 Molara Ln., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. David Wayne Ernst, 1180 Molara Ln., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/David Wayne Ernst, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30041

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001748 Filed: Jan 24, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. PsychDoc. Located at: 4909 Murphy Canyon Rd. #510, San Diego CA 92123 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. PsychDoc, Inc., A Professional Psychology Corporation, 4909 Murphy Canyon Rd. #510, San Diego CA 92123. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/20/2020 S/Jessica Stevens, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30040

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001641 Filed: Jan 23, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Cyrous & Shadi Properties. Located at: 2513 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA

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92009 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Discovery Children’s Dentistry, LLC, 2513 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Cyrous Sheikh, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30036

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9001157

Filed: Jan 17, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Wellbody Physical Therapy. Located at: 1540 Calle Violetas, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Wellbody Physical Therapy Inc., 1540 Calle Violetas, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Arti Rana Logan, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30034

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001471

Filed: Jan 22, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. My Oceanside Therapist. Located at: 3536 Sea Ridge Rd., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Erik M. Huber, 3536 Sea Ridge Rd., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 08/08/2024 S/Erik M. Huber, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30033

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001430

Filed: Jan 22, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Pilates and Beyond

Studio. Located at: 2210 Encinitas Blvd. #I, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Deborah K. Huber, 2210 Encinitas Blvd. #I, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 08/08/2021 S/Deborah K. Huber, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30032

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001705

Filed: Jan 24, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. MD Paper Creations. Located at: 3152 Avenida Olmeda, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Dana Delrene Everson, 3152 Avenida Olmeda, Carlsbad CA 92009.

This business is conducted by:

An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/22/2025 S/Dana Delrene Everson, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30029

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000943

Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Citrus Cherub. Located at: 1080 Gardena, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gabrielle Marie Ahlstrom, 1080 Gardena, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by:

An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Gabrielle Marie Ahlstrom, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30026

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001040

Filed: Jan 16, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Sophia Wang

Fine Art. Located at: 100 Main St. #416, Vista CA 92083 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paul Dobbs, 100 Main St. #416, Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by:

An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/15/2025 S/Paul Dobbs, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30022

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9001441

Filed: Jan 22, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. The Centers; B. The Center for Special Needs Trust Administration; C. CNTR for SNT Admin Inc; D. Center for SNT Admin Inc; E. Center for Special Needs; F. SNT Admin; G. The Centers for SNT; H. Center for MSA Administration.

Located at: 215 N. City #128F, San Marcos CA 92078 San

Diego. Business Mailing

Address: 310 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd #107-174, San Marcos CA 92078. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. CPT Institute Inc., 310 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #107-174, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/William Lindahl, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30021

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000548

Filed: Jan 09, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Tipsy Disco. Located at: 12636 Poway Rd. #18, Poway CA 92064 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Sydney Elizabeth Hanson, 12636 Poway Rd. #18, Poway CA 92064; 2. Nadine Marie Laguna, 12636 Poway Rd. #18, Poway CA 92064. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/07/2025 S/Sydney Elizabeth Hanson, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30020

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9001184

Filed: Jan 17, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Melrose Spa. Located at: 485 S. Melrose Dr. #110, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Asian A Spa, 485 S. Melrose Dr. #110, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2015 S/Jian Feng Zhang, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21/2025 CN 30019

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000953

Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. We the Power Wear the Power. Located at: 1051 W. El Norte Pkwy #92, Escondido CA 92026 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Israel Winters Rosenfeld, 1051 W. El Norte Pkwy #92, Escondido CA 92026. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Israel Rosenfeld, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30015

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000855

Filed: Jan 14, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sill Realty Group. Located at: 2654 State St., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address:

1. Sill Group Inc., 2654 State St., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/15/2015 S/Hunter Sill, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30012

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000954

Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Pearl Oyster Bar & Grill. Located at: 555 Greenbrier Dr. #39, Oceanside CA 92054

San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Todd Christopher Downey, 555 Greenbrier Dr. #39, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Todd C. Downey, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30011

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000442

Filed: Jan 08, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Star re; B. Star re Vocal Arts; C. Star re Software Developers; D. Dog Jog; E. Dog Runners; F. Christmas Carolers San Diego; G. To Be Determined. Located at: 3298 Governor Dr. #928374, San Diego CA 92122 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. SVA II, 3298 Governor Dr. #928374, San Diego CA 92122. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Christopher Doupis, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30008

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2024-9025476

Filed: Dec 30, 2024 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Beautiful Skin by Michelle R.N.; B. Piel Bella by Michelle R.N. Located at: 2023 W. Vista Wy #K, Vista CA 92083 Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Michelle Martini Castrejon, 2023 W. Vista Wy #K, Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/30/2024 S/Michelle Castrejon, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30007

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2024-9025547

Filed: Dec 31, 2024 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Performance Packaging Consulting. Located at: 6799 Vermarine Ct., Carlsbad CA 92009 Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Nicholas Eugene Popp, 6799 Vermarine Ct, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/29/2015 S/Nicholas Eugene Popp, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30006

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000687

Filed: Jan 10, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Warped Minds. Located at: 273 Barbara Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. William Micah Baxter, 273 Barbara Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/28/2024 S/William Micah Baxter, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30005

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2025-9000941

Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Bite Me Bistro. Located at: 430 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3033 Camarillo Ave., Oceanside CA 92056. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. BiteMe Bistro 2 LLC, 3033 Camarillo Ave., Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Michael Debbas, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30001

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001078

Filed: Jan 16, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Deadlocks USA; B. Deadlocks RC. Located at: 2401 Pio Pico Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Daniel Hernandez, 2401 Pio Pico Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/01/2014 S/Daniel Hernandez, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 30000

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9001005

Filed: Jan 16, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Credit Mend Consultants. Located at: 1501 Anza Ave. #38, Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jana Sue Steenbock, 1501 Anza Ave. #38, Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/16/2025 S/Jana Sue Steenbock, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29999

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000656

Filed: Jan 10, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Brandamore West. Located at: 16776 Bernardo Center Dr. #203, San Diego CA 92128 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rodney Jack Philhower, 16776 Bernardo Center Dr. #203, San Diego CA 92128. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/08/1999 S/Rodney Philhower, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29995

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000961 Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Clover Healing Collective; B. Clover Therapy Collective. Located at: 9249 Carlton Oaks Dr. #67, Santee CA 92071 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Clover Healing Collective A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation, 9249 Carlton Oaks Dr. #67, Santee CA 92071. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Dale Coleman, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29992

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000910 Filed: Jan 15, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County

Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Silver Seas. Located at: 900 N. Cleveland St. #68, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Janet Cheryl Acuna, 900 N. Cleveland St. #68, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/13/2025 S/Janet Cheryl Acuna, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29991

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000746 Filed: Jan 13, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. AMS Consulting and Design, Inc. Located at: 321 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #203, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 844 Regulo Pl. #2315, Chula

S/Brett Lindstrom, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29986

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000604 Filed: Jan 10, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Michi Brew Co. Located at: 1801 Diamond St. #101, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 6911 Quail Pl. #A, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Michi Brew Co. LLC, 6911 Quail Pl. #A, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 11/06/2023 S/Cody Gagnon, 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29985 Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9000421 Filed: Jan 08, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. J & C Lure Company. Located at: 718 Stevens Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075-2423 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. John McCurley Jr., 718 Stevens Ave., Solana Beach CA 920752423; 2. Connor Kelleher, 718 Stevens Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075-2423. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/John McCurley Jr., 01/24, 01/31, 02/07, 02/14/2025 CN 29984

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rob weinberg

Designs screaming amateur

In a growing competitive environment, high quality graphic design is critical to ensuring your marketing materials stand out from the crowd.

From a memorable logo to corporate identity, graphic design is crucial for promoting your business in both physical and virtual markets.

The importance of good graphic design is often underestimated. Lots of folks figure they can design their own sales materials on Canva to avoid paying someone else.

However, the reality is most of them don’t know what they’re doing. They get it wrong, then lose potential customers without even knowing why. Want to communicate effectively and stand out from your competition? You need the services of a professional graphic designer.

Last week we discussed how high quality, impactful collateral complements your online communications tactics. We examined a holistic approach, where every tool must be an option.

And I strongly suggested leaving graphics design to the professionals so that everyone can focus on what they do best.

Yet for those who still insist on doing it themselves, here are 20 design blunders that scream amateur:

- Too much white space

- Too little white space

- Inconsistent columns

- Long lines of small type

- Short lines of large type

- Awkward word spacing

- Default line spacing for headlines

- Puny headlines

- Two spaces at the end of a sentence

- Starting columns of text at different distances from the top of the page

- “Drifting” initial caps that appear to be unintentional, instead of keeping the initial cap’s baseline even with the baseline of the rest of the text

- Rivers of white space that flow through the text

- Graphic accent overkill (too many boxes, rules and screens)

- Excessive underlining

- Captions with long lines in small type

- Incorrect hyphenation

- Headlines and subheads appearing on the same baseline in adjoining columns

- Text and background running together without contrast

- Charts and graphics

STEPHANIE DEANGELO of Santee crosses the finish line after completing the women’s 10K race at this year’s Kook Run in Encinitas. Approximately 2,500 runners, joggers and walkers filled Coast Highway 101 on Feb. 9 for the 2025 Kook Run, kicking off Super Bowl Sunday with a high-energy mix of fun, competition and new course records. Futsum Zenasalasie of Flagstaff, Arizona, won the men’s pro 10K race with a time of 28 minutes and 30 seconds. Encinitas resident Blake Dunkleberger finished with a time 33:10 for 25th place. On the women’s side, Lauren Hagans, also of Flagstaff, won the 10K at 32:10, the fastest road finish so far in 2025, according to race officials.

Odd Files

The Neighbors

In Seminole County, Florida, Alan Davis, 69, is famous for all the wrong reasons, ClickOrlando reported. Davis’ unsightly property has been the bane of his neighbors’ existence for 25 years, and this year, as he celebrates the anniversary of his first county code violation, he’s added another element: a 6-foot-tall fiberglass representation of a human butt.

Also in his yard: stacks of scrap metal, steel drums, rusted appliances, tarps, junked vehicles and towering weeds. Davis calls the yard a “political protest” against the county government. “I pile it up intentionally to aggravate them,” he said.

As of mid-January, Davis owed the county $5.4 million in fines, with more accruing every day. “I’m not going to pay it,” Davis said. “I do what I want on my property.” Twice, the county has paid to haul away thousands of pounds of junk, but Davis just starts collecting again. “Freedom has a look. This is what it looks like,” he said.

[ClickOrlando, 2/6/2025]

Unexpected Guest

On Feb. 4, a guest at the Boulevard 17 hotel in Vlissingen, The Netherlands, returned to her room after taking her dog for a walk and found a gray seal taking a nap on the floor, NL Times reported.

“Fortunately, she didn’t try to touch it,” said Valentijn Damen of the hotel ownership group Pier 7. “She

walked up to the restaurant to get help.” The Zeeland Animal Welfare Foundation responded, and with assistance from the Sea Animal Rescue Team Netherlands RTZ, they put the seal in a basket and removed it to the beach.

Officials said gray seals “look for a place to rest and sometimes lie in the middle of the terrace or on the road.”

[NL Times, 2/5/2025]

Smooth Reaction

Things got heated at a Wingstop restaurant in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on Jan. 28, The Smoking Gun reported. Carnael Irene, 19, who worked at the location, told police that two customers -one a minor -- became “loud and disruptive,” and one of them pushed a container of straws off the counter. Irene responded by throwing ranch dressing at them before she went to the kitchen and returned with a bucket of hot grease, which she also threw at the victims. She was charged with aggravated battery and aggravated child abuse, both felonies. [The Smoking Gun, 1/30/2025]

Golden Age of Air Travel

On Feb. 3, Gloria Omisore of Lagos, Nigeria, was traveling through Nairobi on her way to Manchester, England, when things went a little sideways. Omisore had planned a stopover in Paris, News.com.au reported, but as she checked in, Kenya Airways staff informed her that she didn’t have the correct visa to enter France. They offered an alternative route straight to England, but Omisore wasn’t having it -- she flew into a “check-in rage” during which she argued with gate attendants

and threw three used sanitary napkins at them. “You will provide me a sanitary towel,” she screamed. “I will speak with the minister of finance in Nigeria, you will see.” An attendant shouted back, “Call the president of Nigeria. You will not fly on the Kenya Airways.” “We strongly condemn such conduct,” Kenya Airways said of Omisore’s tirade. “Our employees deserve to work in a safe and dignified environment.” Omisore was deported back to Nigeria. [News. com.au, 2/5/2025]

Suspicions Confirmed

In Douglasville, Georgia, a routine traffic stop on Jan. 29 resulted in a perplexing mystery, Atlanta News First reported. Douglas County Sheriff’s officers pulled over an unidentified driver who had a dead body in the passenger seat. The deceased, 21-year-old Malachi A. Mitchell, was allegedly meeting the driver to sell him a gun, Mitchell’s mother said, although police say the investigation is ongoing. After questioning the driver, who was cooperative, detectives let him go. [Atlanta News First, 2/4/2025]

Unclear on Concept

Ashton Mann, 23, of Kearns, Utah, was arrested after shooting his unnamed friend in the chest, WAFBTV reported on Feb. 4. On Feb. 2, police were called to a home where they found an unresponsive male. He was pronounced dead at the hospital. Mann told detectives that he and his friend had smoked weed earlier in the evening and started talking about and handling two handguns. The victim told Mann that he could dodge a bullet; while Mann

said the guns were unloaded, after about six rounds of the “game,” one discharged and struck the victim as he tried to “jump out of the way.” Mann was expected to be charged with felony manslaughter. [WAFB, 2/4/2025]

Sign of the Times Pennsylvania State Police are working to track down the perpetrator of a crime that’s no yolk ... or joke.

The Associated Press reported that on Feb. 1, 100,000 eggs were stolen from the back of a trailer in Antrim Township, and no leads have come in. “In my career, I’ve never heard of a hundred thousand eggs being stolen,” said Trooper Megan Frazer. But then, egg prices have rarely been so high. “We’re hoping that somebody knows something,” Frazer said. That would be eggs-cellent. [AP, 2/5/2025]

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.”

— 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Photo by Walker Armstrong

FEB. 14

EVENTS CALENDAR

DOLLY PARTON VALENTINE

A tribute of Dolly’s hits from the 60’s to today with Nena Anderson, Brawley, and special guests, benefiting the Keep A Breast Foundation. Free-$37, 8:30 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

CINEMA CLUB FRIDAY

This week’s showing is the drama “Fences,” the adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play about a black garbage collector in 1950s Pittsburgh. Free, 4-6 p.m. at Gowland Meeting Room, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

CANDLELIT CONSERVATORY

This Valentine’s Day, join us for an enchanting evening of intimate live music, complimentary drinks, and celebration. Immerse yourself in the romantic beauty of our Conservatory while swaying to the soulful sounds of local musician Marelle. $95/couple with membership, $105 per couple w/o membership. 5:307 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Feb. 14 at San Diego Botanical Gardens, 300 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas.

GIVE IT A SPIN

Join us for a fun, creative evening where you’ll get hands-on with the pottery wheel, sip champagne, and indulge in delicious chocolate-covered strawberries. $30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at ICA North (Encinitas), 1578 S El Camino Real, Encinitas.

CIRCUS VARGAS

Circus Vargas is proud to present “Hollywood Dreams,” a tribute to the Golden Age of Hollywood. The show is a red-carpet production that features stunts, aerialists, and other performers. $25-$85, Feb. 7-24 at North County Mall, 272 E Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido.

‘WHITE’

“White” is a sharp, satirical play by James Ijames that explores race, privilege, and the boundaries of art.

$45-$49, Feb. 14 - March 9 at Scripps Ranch Theatre, 9783 Avenue of Nations, San Diego.

TAKACS QUARTET

This year, the world-renowned Takács Quartet enters its 50th season and returns to Samueli Theater with a beautiful program including Haydn, Britten, and Schubert. $44 and up, 7 p.m. at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa.

THREADS OF TIME

Threads of Time interweaves family history with the history of cotton. Free, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14 at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery , 326 E Grand Ave,

Escondido.

FEB. 15

KIDS IN THE GARDEN

Farmer Jones will teach kids and parents about how cotton grows and how it is used daily. Kids will then collect natural materials and create crafts with them. $5, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 15 at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista.

‘VISIONS OF VERMILLION’

“Visions of Vermillion” is a regional juried art exhibition featuring artists from the San Diego County area with the theme of the color red. Enjoy wine and light refreshments. Free, 4-7 p.m. Feb. 15 at Ashton Gallery at Art on 30th, 4434 30th St, San Diego.

FERMENTED VEGETABLES

Learn how to make probiotic-rich, gut healthy fermented vegetables. This class will teach you to make sauerkraut and other fermented vegetables deliciously and safely at home. $60, 3-5 p.m. Feb. 15 at Balboa Park, Casa del Prado, San Diego.

LAGOON NATURE WALK

Batiquitos Lagoon is hosting a “Birds, Bats, Bugs and Berries” nature walk. Join docents to learn about things that fly around in the lagoon area. The event is free and suitable for all ages. Free, 10-11:30 a.m. Feb. 15 at Batiquitos Lagoon, 7380 Gabbiano Ln, Carlsbad.

CHOCOLATE CELEBRATION

A Celebration of Chocolate at the Cardiff Farmers Market. $5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 15 at Cardiff Farmer’s Market, 3333 Manchester Ave, Cardiff by the Sea.

LEGACY OF NATE HARRISON

Join Jamie Bastide, collections management coordinator at SDSU and archival specialist in the South Coast Information Center, as she shares insights from

the Nathan Harrison Archaeological Project. Free, 10 to 11 a.m. Feb. 15 at Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

RAMÓN AYALA

“Historia De Un Final”, Ramón Ayala’s farewell tour, marks the end of a historic career, offering fans a final chance to celebrate his enduring musical legacy. $70-$288, 8 p.m. at Frontwave Arena, 3475 Hero Dr, Oceanside.

GENEALOGY OPEN HOUSE

The North San Diego County Genealogical Society invites the public to attend its open house. Meet new people and learn about the Cole Library Genealogy Division. Registration not necessary. Free, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 15 at Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad.

AAUW CONCERT

The American Association of University Woman Carlsbad-Oceanside-Vista branch is hosting a concert to raise funds for college scholarships. Ticket includes concert and a light lunch. $45, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 15 at Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding St, Carlsbad.

HEART CHAKRA JOURNEY

Join us for a special healing journey at the San Diego Botanic Garden where you will enjoy a heart opening sound journey and gentle breathwork to guide you into a blissful meditative state. $50 for members, $60 for non-members, 6-8 p.m. Feb. 15 at San Diego Botanical Gardens, 300 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas.

RESTORATION EVENT

Join us in one of our many habitat restoration projects at the San Elijo Lagoon. Free, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 15 at San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff by the Sea.

join our Galentine’s Gang Paint and Sip event at Local Roots Kombucha. $45, 2-5 p.m. Feb. 16 at Local Roots, 1430 Vantage Ct, Vista.

FEB. 18

NORTH COAST STRINGS

North Coast Strings is a musical ensemble designed to be an entry point for adults who want to learn to play a stringed instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass) or for those who have played in the past, but haven’t picked up their instrument in a number of years. $195$225, Feb. 18 - May 20, at Museum of Making Music, 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad.

‘ANNIE’

SEAWORLD MARDI GRAS

SeaWorld San Diego brings the excitement of Mardi Gras to Southern California in 2025 with its family-friendly take on a beloved New Orleans classic. Festivities are included with park admission, Jan. 25March 2 at SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr, San Diego.

JONI MITCHELL TRIBUTE

Experience the magic of Joni Mitchell’s music with Mutts of the Planet, featuring vocalist Robin Adler, and enjoy the soulful harmonies of opening act Watson, Beldock & Beach. $30 and up, 7-10 p.m. Feb. 15 at The Bornemann Theatre on TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos.

FEB. 16

SEEDS OF EARTH

In this five-part series, we will gather in various locations on the Farm to explore five core values of Earth-Based Judaism and how to bring those values into your life. $125, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 16 at Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas.

WEEKEND TOUR

Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Free, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 16 at Education Pavilion, 1578 S El Camino Real, Encinitas.

PETER SPRAGUE QUARTET

Award-winning jazz guitarist Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green, bassist Mack Leighton and Tripp Sprague, sax and flute for an afternoon of sonic fireworks. $20, 2 p.m. at Fallbrook Mission Theater, 231 N Main Ave, Fallbrook.

GALENTINE’S PAINT & SIP

Love is in the air, and so is creativity! This Valentine’s month, get excited to

ning where art instructors will guide you step by step to create a beautiful floral heart. $45, 4-7 p.m. Feb. 20 at Solterra Winery and Kitchen, 934 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas.

JAM SESSIONS

Explore the music, connect with the community, and help The Music Company turn up the volume on San Diego’s music scene. Free, 7-10 p.m. Feb. 20 at The Music Company, 4150 Mission Blvd, San Diego.

FEB. 21

CINEMA CLUB FRIDAY

“Annie,” directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way. $59-$512 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa.

FEB. 19

BREADMAKING CLASS

Grainbakers offers spent grain bread-making classes at your favorite brewery. Our classes are for everyone from the bread-making enthusiast to the rookie baker and loved by beer geeks and home brewers. Guests make the Grainbakers Spent Grain Artisan Bread Dough. Once created, you can customize your bread by adding various flavors from our spice selection. $60, 6-7:45 p.m. Feb. 19 at Pizza Port Brewery & Taproom, San Marcos, 155 Mata Way, San Marcos.

GOP CLUB

The Republican Club of North County will feature Loren Spivack, author and lecturer on economic principles and conservative issues, as the speaker at its February meeting. $30$40, 12 p.m. at The Broken Yolk Cafe, 2434 Vista Way, Oceanside.

FEB. 20

BREADMAKING CLASS

Grainbakers offers spent grain bread-making classes. $60, 6-7:50 p.m. Feb. 20 at Pure Project Vista, 1305 Hotspring Way, Vista.

CLAYBOURNE ELDER

A hilarious and heartfelt evening with Broadway’s hunky gay ex-Mormon dad. $111 and up, Feb. 20-22 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa.

PAINT AND SIP

Join us for a fun eve-

This week’s showing is “King: In the Wildernes,” a documentary that explores the final months of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life. Dr. King’s legacy is deeply woven into the fabric of American history over the past 70 years.. Free, 4-6 p.m. at Gowland Meeting Room, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOWS

Established in 1934, Silver Bay Kennel Club of San Diego is one of the oldest kennel clubs in Southern California. The primary goal of the SBKC is to put on a good show for the exhibitors and to provide educational information and support to all dog fanciers. Free, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 21-23 at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar.

MUSIC BY THE SEA

Caroline Nelms returns to enchant the audience once again. $22, 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas.

MAKE COZY CANDLES

This 2-hour afternoon session is led by Instructor Deb and Liz who will show you how to make a holiday-themed 8-ounce soy wax candle and equip you with all the basic candle-making skills. $39, 3-5 p.m. Feb. 21 at Grafted Cellars, 2379 La Mirada Dr, Vista.

LIFE: MUSIC TALKS

Come out and enjoy the afternoon as we preview the upcoming MiraCosta Theatre musical. Join us for John Daney, a volunteer at Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, followed by Tracy Williams and MCC theatre students providing a preview of “Singin’ in the Rain” Free, 1 p.m. at MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

DIVINE LIGHT HEALING

Experience Divine Light healing, performed in a supportive group setting, as you are guided through a highly effective technique to receive spiritual energy to

MEXICAN SINGER and accordionist Ramón Ayala’s farewell tour stops in North County on Feb. 15 at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, offering fans a final chance to say goodbye to the beloved “King of the Accordion.” Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images

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1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the highest mountain in Canada?

2. TELEVISION: Who is the host of the long-running reality series “Survivor”?

3. LITERATURE: Which animals represent the Communist Party in “Animal Farm”?

4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the birthplace of the singer Elvis?

3. LITERATURE: Which animals represent the Communist Party in “Animal Farm”?

5. ASTRONOMY: How long does it take the moon to orbit the Earth?

GEOGRAPHY: What is the highest mountain in Canada?

2. TELEVISION: Who is the host of the long-running reality series “Survivor”?

3. LITERATURE: Which animals represent the Communist Party in “Animal Farm”?

4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the birthplace of the singer Elvis?

5. ASTRONOMY: How long does it take the moon to orbit the Earth?

6. MOVIES: What is the score Elle receives on her law school admission test in “Legally Blonde”?

7. AD SLOGANS: Which product’s slogan is “Is It In You?”?

8. LANGUAGE: What is an eraser called in the United Kingdom?

9. SCIENCE: What are the four primary precious metals?

10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Valentine’s Day arose from which Roman ritual?

Answers

1. Mount Logan.

2. Jeff Probst.

3. Pigs.

4. Mississippi.

5. 27.3 days.

4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the birthplace of the singer Elvis?

6. MOVIES: What is the score Elle receives on her law school admission test in “Legally Blonde”?

7. AD SLOGANS: Which product’s slogan is “Is It In You?”?

5. ASTRONOMY: How long does it take the moon to orbit the Earth?

8. LANGUAGE: What is an eraser called in the United Kingdom?

6. 179.

7. Gatorade.

8. A rubber.

6. MOVIES: What is the score Elle receives on her law school admission test in “Legally Blonde”?

9. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium.

7. AD SLOGANS: Which product’s slogan is “Is It In You?”?

9. SCIENCE: What are the four primary precious metals? 10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Valentine’s Day arose from which Roman ritual? Answers 1. Mount Logan.

Jeff Probst.

8. LANGUAGE: What is an eraser called in the United Kingdom?

Pigs.

Mississippi.

27.3 days.

9. SCIENCE: What are the four primary precious metals?

179.

Gatorade.

10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Valentine’s Day arose from which Roman ritual?

Answers

1. Mount Logan.

2. Jeff Probst.

3. Pigs.

4. Mississippi.

5. 27.3 days.

6. 179.

7. Gatorade.

8. A rubber.

9. Gold, silver, platinum and palladium.

10. Lupercalia.

M U S I C

ations, and destroyed more than 18,000 structures, according to Cal Fire.

Experts warn that similar conditions exist in North County, particularly in Olivenhain, Rancho Santa Fe, and Escondido, where fire-prone landscapes and relatively lax vegetation management standards have raised concerns.

Firefighters have compared the region’s conditions to those in Los Angeles before the recent fires.

As a result, the number of new homeowner policies has dropped considerably in the past five years, and fewer longtime insureds can renew their previous coverage, as insurance companies deem these communities as too

much of a wildfire risk, according to Jesse McArthur, an insurance broker in San Diego.

“With the recent LA fires proving to be one of the bigger catastrophes in insurance history, more companies will leave. This is proving to be a bigger risk than they foresaw,” McArthur said.

In response to losing insurance, the number of San Diego County homeowners purchasing coverage through California’s FAIR Plan — the state’s last-resort insurance program — increased by 69% in 2024, according to state data.

However, the FAIR Plan, designed for limited use, carries more exposure than it was intended to manage, said Stephen Collier, a professor at UC Berkeley.

“You now have billions of dollars in exposure in a single community where everyone is using FAIR,” Collier said. “Clearly, you can’t maintain that.”

In February, State Farm General requested a 22% rate increase for nontenant homeowners in an open letter to the Department of Insurance.

Insurance experts predict that failure to approve the request could push State Farm to exit the California market, triggering a domino effect among other carriers that would leave millions without coverage.

“State Farm needs this increase before cutting ties

with a lot of people,” said Ryan Juliano, a broker at Steele Insurance Agency. “The real risk we’re facing now is people losing coverage altogether.”

San Diego County residents are already feeling the effects. Ron Medak, an Olivenhain resident and wildfire safety advocate, said his insurance policy became more expensive after California’s 2021 wildfires.

He fears the recent devastation in Los Angeles could prompt insurers to reconsider coverage in high-risk areas like Olivenhain and drop his coverage altogether.

“The Palisades fire taught us that an entire community can be eliminated,” Medak said. “I think it will be a gamechanger for everything, including insurance. I get questions from people around here all the time about private insurance; they’re losing their insurance left and right. It’s an epidemic, it’s ongoing, it’s accelerating.”

Hardin said local officials must adopt stronger fire safety standards, enforce defensible space requirements, and educate homeowners on reducing fire risks to remain insurable.

Without these measures, she warned, communities may become uninsurable.

Developments like the recently approved 199unit Olive Park apartment complex in Oceanside

Share love through music

“Music can change the world because it can change people.”

— Ludwig van Beethoven

From the moment I picked up my first instrument at age eight, music became the heartbeat of my life. By sixteen, I was teaching it, and I’ve never looked back. The joy of music isn’t just about playing notes; it’s about its profound impact on our minds, emotions, and bodies.

Learning to play a song, no matter how simple, unlocks a world of accomplishment. The process engages your brain, improves finger

raise red flags for insurers because of limited evacuation routes, Hardin said.

“There’s only one road in and out,” she said. “We need to think about where we’re building and whether it’s accessible to firefighters — not just putting people into high fire risk zones.”

McArthur emphasized that homeowners must also take responsibility for fireproofing their properties.

“If customers are getting non-renewed, it’s often because they’re not following insurance company requests—like clearing debris and flammable materials,” McArthur said. “As far as homeowners are concerned, they have a responsibility to help the insurance company justify keeping their policies insured so that the coverage is there when you need it.”

Hardin agreed, stressing the need for increased homeowner education.

“We need to talk about homeowner responsibility more,” she said. “People need to stop waiting until there’s a loss to act. We talk to residents about defensible space, and they say, ‘Oh, I like the ivy plant around my house.’ That lack of understanding facilitates the spread and damage in wildfires.”

Hardin said the solution must include more vigorous community-level fire preparation and proactive homeowner responsibility.

mobility, and lifts your spirit with every note.

Whether you're playing for yourself or sharing your music with loved ones, there’s an unmatched sense of achievement in expressing something so deeply personal.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, there’s no better time to share your love through music. Imagine performing a sweet, simple song for someone you care about—there’s nothing like the joy and warmth music can bring.

Whether it's a soft melody or a heartfelt tune, the gift of music is a gesture of love that speaks louder than

words. Finding something you truly love, like learning an instrument or playing a song from your heart, is transformative. There’s no greater joy than seeing the smiles on faces or feeling the emotions that music can stir.

I’ve dedicated my life to teaching others the joy of music, and I believe it’s one of the most rewarding paths you can take. Music is not just something you do; it’s a way of connecting, living, and loving.

heal and transform your life.

$20, 6:30-8 p.m. Feb. 21 at Spiritual Arts Institute, 527 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

FEB.

22

ELECTRIFICATION FAIR

Save money while making your home healthier, more comfortable, and less polluting. Free, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

PRETENDING CHRISSIE

Experience the electrifying energy of The Pretenders live. Join us for Pretending Chrissie, a tribute to Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders. $30, 8-10 p.m. Feb. 22 at The Bornemann Theatre on TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos.

‘SILENT STORYTELLERS’

Growing up by the sea and observing Southern California’s shores and seasonal cycles for decades, regional artist Fredric Hope’s work brilliantly celebrates the beauty of nature’s artistry, refracted through memory, in a unique form of visual and emotional archaeology. Available to view from Feb. 7 to June 28. Please join us for a free artist reception with refreshments and live music. Free, 3-6 p.m. Feb. 22 at William D. Cannon Art Gallery, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

LWV’S 105TH BIRTHDAY

The League of Women

Voters presents “Jeannette Rankin Fights Back” about the first female congressperson. $20, 2-4 p.m. Feb. 22 at Woman’s Club Carlsbad, Monroe St, Carlsbad.

FEB. 23

PAINT AND SIP

This Valentine’s month, we will be painting a fairytale classic couple, “Shrek and Fiona.” $45, 2-5 p.m. Feb. 23 at Black Plague Brewing, 2550 Jason Ct, Oceanside.

SCANDINAVIAN VOYAGE

Cabrillo Chamber Orchestra performs an all Scandinavian concert, with works by works by Edvard Grieg, Kurt Atterberg and Max Bruch. $15-$30, 4-6 p.m. Feb. 23 at Incarnation Lutheran Church, 16889 Espola Rd, Poway.

FEB. 24

CHILDREN’S MANNERS

Four-week etiquette and social skills class for kids. $69, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

FREE HEALTH SEMINAR

Detailed explanation about common degenerative diseases of the spine and joints from a musculoskeletal perspective. Free, 6:30 p.m. at Green Tree Mobile Estates Clubhouse, 1301 S Hale Ave, Escondido.

FEB. 26

AEW: DYNAMITE

History will be made when All Elite Wrestling’s wildly popular professional wrestling show, “AEW: Dynamite” make their live television debut. Witness the explosive action that has turned AEW into a global wrestling phenomenon. $32-$501, 4:30 p.m. at Frontwave Arena, 3475 Hero Dr, Oceanside.

ZERO WASTE SYMPOSIUM

Explore the past, shape the future! At the Zero Waste Symposium 2025, we’re bringing together experts from diverse sectors to inspire bold, sustainable solutions. Free, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 26 at San Diego County, 92007, Cardiff by the Sea.

— Leading Note Studios Owner Camille Hastings

Forever changed with hypnosis

Tears streamed down Sarah’s face as she confessed, “I don’t know why I consider killing myself. It’s like there’s an irrational part of me that takes over, and it makes the decision feel… well, rational. I’ve been in therapy for years… I just…don’t get it.”

That moment marked the beginning of her recovery. Early in life, Sarah had subconsciously learned self-harm as a coping mechanism. By the end of a single hypnotherapy session, that deep-seated belief was uncovered and transformed. Within two months, she was off medication, driven by newfound purpose — forever changed with hypnosis.

Many who sought coaching or talk therapy have discovered the transformative power of hypnosis. In a single session, emotional burdens carried for decades can be lifted, replaced by clarity and relief, just like Sarah. With over 600 successful sessions, HeartWise Hypnotherapy has helped individuals in San Diego and worldwide overcome ADHD, smoking, substance use, weight struggles, anxiety, grief, trauma, compulsions, relationship challenges, sleep issues, financial stress, and even autoimmune disorders such as IBS and Crohn’s disease — forever changed with hypnosis.

Many people unknowingly carry subconscious beliefs that shape how they cope with unpleasant emotions, relationships, and life events. These patterns often lead to emotional eating, ADHD, addictions, and behavioral struggles. Fortunately, a holistic, scientifically proven approach offers a path to long-awaited relief: Hypnosis.

Hypnotherapy is emerging as the world’s leading mental health modality, growing at an annual rate of 30% through 2030, surpassing talk therapy, coaching, and consulting. As society becomes increasingly aware of more deeply effective, medication-free solutions, hypnotherapy is gaining widespread acceptance.

This powerful technique has helped individuals overcome decades of trauma or quit smoking permanently — in just one session. Private practices employ hypnosis to guide individuals through profound personal breakthroughs across a broad spectrum of challenges. Once considered taboo, hypnosis is now embraced worldwide in various fields: schools use it for test-taking anxiety, medical institutions apply it for pain man-

ic engagement project that includes writing a letter to a community partner.

Trustee Michael Allman said ethnic studies shouldn’t be about creating “social justice warriors,” and trustee Phan Anderson argued that equity is a “rebranding of Marxism.”

Other trustees said they trust students to use critical thinking and noted that the

BRIAN FESTA is a certified master hypnotherapist. Courtesy photo

agement, businesses integrate it to enhance productivity and executive strategy, and professional athletes rely on it for peak performance.

Unlike analytical talk therapy, hypnotists use an intricate blend of science, skill, and intuition. The process begins by calming the mind and body through relaxation techniques, allowing the individual to enter a state of heightened suggestibility. This state allows for guided visualizations, emotional processing, regression therapy, and the repetition of positive suggestions — reprogramming the subconscious at a deep cellular level.

From a scientific perspective, a hypnotist can slow the brain waves from Beta to Theta, bypassing the pre frontal cortex’s analytical functions. This shift reduces cortisol levels while increasing dopamine and serotonin, creating the optimal environment to replace unhealthy behaviors and limiting beliefs with empowering ones using neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) techniques.

Hypnotherapy offers a proven path to sustainable change. Those struggling or simply curious are invited to explore how this powerful method can help reshape their lives.

Brian Festa is a Certified Master Hypnotherapist, Hypnosis Trainer, and creator of the world’s first Ai Hypnotherapist. Try it at HeartwiseHypnotherapy.com , or call 858-330-3500 today for a free consultation and supportive insights.

course was developed using the State Board of Education’s model curriculum.

“My expectations are that students are going to grapple with some of the hard truths of our history, and some of the lingering effects,” trustee Jane Lea Smith said. “I expect them to leave this course knowing that even as students, they are empowered to be a part of making our country be a better place.”

Ultimately, making the course optional disappointed some community members.

Bobby Wallace, a member of the Kumeyaay Nation, said it’s crucial that all students learn about Indig-

THE COLORADO RIVER Basin provides essential water supplies to approximately 40 million people and 30 Tribal Nations, nearly 5.5 million acres of agricultural lands, and habitat for ecological resources across parts of several Western states

Where San Diego’s water comes from, explained

Water in California, while always a hot topic, entered the national spotlight at the start of 2025. Where the San Diego region’s water comes from, how it’s provided and who’s in charge of what are big questions that water professionals address every day.

What are the biggest sources of water for San Diego County?

In 2024, about 60% of the region’s water supplies were from the Colorado River, about onethird were from local sources and the rest was from Northern California through the State Water Project. The State Water Project is operated by the State of California and is separate from the Central Valley Project operated by the federal government.

Regardless of the source, all the water delivered to homes and businesses across the region meets strict state and federal quality standards.

How has our region’s water supply changed over the years?

In 1991, San Diego County got 95% of its water from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) in Los Angeles, leaving the region’s water supply outside of San Diego’s control. A lack of local resources left the region susceptible to supply cutbacks from its major single major source. In 1991, MWD imposed an supply reduction of 31%, prompting the San Diego region’s

enous history and the history of other racial groups to prevent history from repeating itself. He noted that California’s K-12 education has traditionally celebrated the Catholic missions and figures who colonized the Native Americans without telling their side of the story.

“I think it’s pretty important to tell the true history, the way it was,” he said. “All the missions, a lot of that sounds all great, all happy, but there’s another side, a truth to be told. We can’t change history, but we can look at these things and educate our youth about them, so they have a correct mindset for when they become adults.”

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civic and business leaders to demand greater investments and increased control over the county’s water future.

In the following three decades, the Water Authority invested roughly $3 billion in regional water reliability projects. That included cementing the largest water conservation-and-transfer deal in U.S. history to secure conserved water from the Imperial Valley, partnering with a private company to build the nation’s largest seawater desalination plant and super-sizing San Vicente Reservoir by raising the height of the World War II-era dam. Now San Diego has a locally controlled and diversified water supply to make sure the taps always turn on.

Why doesn’t San Diego County use much groundwater?

Before 1947, the San Diego region relied heavily on local surface water runoff in normal and wet years, and on groundwater pumped from local aquifers during dry years when stream flows shriveled. As the economy and population grew exponentially, local resources became insufficient to meet the region’s water supply needs, and the region increasingly turned to imported water supplies. Today, groundwater is a small but important resource, especially in places like the South Bay where the aquifers are relatively large. Overall, it accounts for about 5 percent of the region’s

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water supply portfolio.

What is being done to create additional water supply here in the region?

Coordinating with 22 member agencies to develop long-term, local water reliability is a key component of the Water Authority’s mission. In fact, a growing number of local water sources across the San Diego region are managed by local retail agencies — and they are critical to ensuring long-term supply reliability. Local projects reduce demand on imported supplies and provide local agencies with more control.

In San Diego County, agencies are investing in seawater desalination, water recycling and water purification to create the water reliability our region needs to thrive.

What does the future of water look like for San Diego County?

Even in very dry years like 2025, regional investments mean there’s sufficient water to sustain our economy and quality of life. In fact, the region has done such a good job securing water, that it’s talking with other agencies across the Southwest about selling some of locally controlled water to combat rate increases in the county and support the larger regional economy.

For more information, visit sdcwa.org/your-water/

County gas prices rise

By City News Service SAN DIEGO — The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose 3.9 cents Wednesday to $4.731, a day after rising 2.3 cents to its highest amount since Sept. 19. It has gone up for the 15th time in 16 days and increased 20.7 cents, according to the AAA and Oil Price Information Service. It rose six consecutive days, dropped one-tenth of a cent Feb. 3 and resumed increasing the next day.

The average price is 13.9 cents more than one

week ago and 22.8 cents more than one month ago, but 2.5 cents less than one year ago. It has dropped $1.704 since rising to a record $6.435 on Oct. 5, 2022. The national average price rose eight-tenths of a cent to $3.149, a day after rising two-tenths of a cent and the third day in a row it went up. It is 2.4 cents more than one week ago and 8.2 cents higher than one month ago, but 4.7 cents less than a year ago. The national average price has dropped $1.867 since rising to a record $5.016 on June 14, 2022.

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