The Coast News, February 27, 2026

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Trial set in girl’s death

Man, 44, charged in fatal Encinitas crash

By Cameron Adams VISTA

— A judge this week set a trial date in a criminal case stemming from a traffic collision that killed a 12-year-old girl in Encinitas.

Emery Chalekian was a student at Park Dale Lane Elementary School who enjoyed baking with her father, John, at any time of day, whenever the mood struck.

On April 25, 2025, Emery was crossing Encinitas Boulevard in a marked crosswalk when she was fatally struck by a Nissan Xterra, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office.

Eddie Sengendo, 44, has been charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter in connection with the incident. His trial is set to begin May 11, with a readiness conference scheduled for April 14.

The Feb. 23 hearing came after Sengendo’s legal team filed a mitigation packet — a collection of letters in his support — which is typically submitted prior to sentencing rather than before trial.

Kristin Marshall, a prosecutor with the District Attorney’s Office, said during a Jan. 13 hearing that the filing was “highly unusual.”

In response, statements in aggravation were submitted on behalf of the Chalekian family and others describing the impact of Emery’s death.

Jay Temple, Sengendo’s at-

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a different opponent at home: rising stadium fees that league leaders say threaten access, safety and the future of more than 300 local youth athletes.

Carlsbad eyes safety with e-bike rules

By Cameron Adams CARLSBAD — Carls-

bad officials this week unanimously adopted a new ordinance aimed at curbing unsafe e-bike riding, prohibiting children younger than 12 from operating certain e-bikes and establishing clearer rules — and enforcement tools — for riders, parents and motorists citywide

The ordinance opts the city into a countywide pilot program that prohibits children under 12 from riding e-bikes in the city.

The suite of changes to the municipal code

A YOUNG rider rides an e-bike through a Carlsbad neighborhood as the city officially adopted new guidelines aimed at improving safety. Courtesy photo/City of Carlsbad

followed a years-long legislative effort at both the state and city levels. The adopted ordinance was

introduced at the Feb. 10 meeting and approved at the next meeting, Feb. 24, by a unanimous vote of the

City Council. The city declared a local state of emergency in August 2022 due to an increase in collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019.

The ordinance was the result of a process that included input from the Traffic Mobility and Safety Commission, the public and other stakeholders, as well as coordination with a countywide pilot program created by state law.

Police Lt. Jason Arnotti said during the Feb. 10 meeting where the ordinance was introduced that

the collection of policies “reflect Council direction, community feedback and observed safety trends” and “establish clear and proportionate tools to address identified risks while preserving responsible e-bike use throughout our community.”

The ordinance modernizes regulations; establishes a minimum age framework in accordance with the pilot program created by state Assembly Bill 2234; and provides officers with specific en-

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Developer targets industrial site for townhomes

By Jordan P. Ingram CARLSBAD —

The Carlsbad Planning Commission voted 5-1 on Feb. 18 to recommend further consideration of a proposal by Toll Brothers to convert a vacant Bressi Ranch industrial parcel into more than 100 three-story townhomes.

The proposed development would sit on a roughly 7-acre site at 6405 Alicante Road that is currently designated “Planned Industrial” and zoned for non-retail office and industrial uses. Toll Brothers is seeking amendments to the city’s General Plan and the Bressi Ranch Master Plan to allow residential development.

The proposal calls for rezoning the property to R-23, a residential land-use category that permits 19 to 23 housing units per acre under the city’s updated General Plan.

Eric Everhart, representing Toll Brothers, described the project as a “single-family, luxury residential development” featuring 111 attached townhome-style condominium units with five floor plans, ranging from about 1,458 to 2,271 square feet.

The community would have gated access from Gateway Road and include open space and landscaping designed to meet city standards.

The developer’s plan also includes 252 parking spaces, including two-car garages and visitor parking. Everhart told the commission that the project’s parking plan “favorably exceeds” city requirements and said the site design was developed with input from the Carlsbad Fire Department “to ensure that all fire standards are met or exceeded.”

If Toll Brothers’ proposal is denied, Everhart argued, the site, located next to Viasat’s corporate headquarters, could see more large warehouse-style buildings under its current

zoning, increasing truck traffic and potentially lowering nearby property values.

Industrial structures next to single-family homes, he said, would have a greater impact on quality of life than the proposed townhome community.

“We stand at a crossroads,” Everhart said. “This site will be developed. Industrial or residential? Which generates the higher overall quality of life?”

Public comment expressed a range of views, with some supporting increased housing near a major employer and others against potentially disrupting the Bressi Ranch area’s existing “live-work” balance, a planning concept that intentionally places homes within walking or biking distance of offices, retail stores and transit.

Viasat, a global satellite and wireless communications company that employs roughly 1,600 people in the Carlsbad area, submitted a letter in support of the requested zoning change. Gary Dorris, the company’s director of real estate, wrote that proximity housing is “critical to our ability to attract new employees” and would allow workers to live near the company’s 1.1 million-square-foot campus.

The Building Industry Association of San Diego County and Bressi Ranch Owners Association also supported residential use on the parcel. At a February 2025 special membership

meeting, 100% of voting HOA members supported a land-use change to allow up to 120 residential units, according to a correspondence submitted to the city.

David Pierce, a Carlsbad resident, also supported the rezoning and argued the site is close to major employment and services, including bus routes and nearby retail.

“From a land use perspective, it is within walking distance, or a short bike ride, bus ride, or drive to one of the largest job centers in the entire county,” Pierce said.

Several organizations and Bressi Ranch residents, however, urged commissioners to deny the amendment.

The Equitable Land Use Alliance, a Carlsbad-based nonprofit, said converting the parcel from industrial to residential use would undermine Bressi Ranch’s original mixed-use design and constitute a “premature bait-and-switch.”

The group said adopting an R-23 designation could open the door to higher densities, state density bonus concessions, and impacts on infrastructure, and suggested exploring light-industrial alternatives consistent with the master plan.

Bruce Vandever, a Bressi Ranch resident since 2010, urged commissioners not to support the rezoning, arguing the city’s business corridor is an important job generator, and that more

homes would worsen traffic and undermine the master plan residents “bought into.”

Vandever further claimed that traffic already cuts through Town Garden Road as drivers try to avoid Gateway Road and warned the proposed development would “sit right exactly in front of” Town Garden Road.

“I’m not supporting this change,” Vandever said.

In written comments, Conrad Grell and Judi Lesight said they purchased their home just east of the proposed site more than 20 years ago, with the understanding that the parcel would remain industrial with a lower housing density. They said that rezoning would undermine that expectation.

Traffic was a central concern for some area residents, who said that additional units would increase vehicle trips along Gateway Road and Town Garden Road, routes typically used by families and children walking or biking to nearby parks and schools. Some noted the existing chicanes on Gateway Road and warned that new traffic could worsen congestion and safety conditions along the roadway.

Commissioners were divided over whether the proposal aligns with the city’s long-range planning goals or constitutes “spot zoning,” a controversial practice in which a single parcel is rezoned to differ

from surrounding properties.

Commissioner Kiley Fitzgerald, who voted no, said she did not hear a “compelling argument” to depart from the housing element and land-use planning framework and cautioned against piecemeal rezoning.

“I think a more thoughtful approach to zoning, instead of spot zoning, is something we should really consider,” Fitzgerald said.

Commissioner Nicholas Foster said the commission’s role at this stage is not to approve or deny the project, but to determine whether the applicant should be allowed to pursue it through the full review process.

“To me, this is kind of a black-and-white decision,” Foster said. “Does the applicant, who’s going to take the financial risk of pursuing

this project, have the ability to spend the time and money to pursue it, or not? If they want to take a shot and go for it, I support it.”

Commissioner Peter Merz also supported advancing the application, saying the questions raised by commissioners and the public were reasons to continue the review rather than shut it down early.

Commissioner Dave Hubinger’s motion to recommend remanding the application back to staff for further processing was approved 5-1, with Fitzgerald opposed, and Commissioner Spencer Burrows recused.

The recommendation now advances to the City Council, which will decide whether to proceed with the project through the review process, including additional analysis and public outreach.

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Golden or fool’s gold?

California has long been known as the Golden State. In 1968, the Legislature made the nickname official, capturing a history shaped by the Gold Rush, sun-drenched beaches, golden poppies, grassy hills, and abundant orchards.

It was a fitting label for a place associated with promise and prosperity. Yet over the past two decades, political choices have fostered habits that are steadily tarnishing that brand.

California entered the United States in 1848 after the Mexican-American War. The Gold Rush brought explosive population growth, and by 1850, California was admitted as the 31st state.

What followed was a remarkable modern era marked by sustained population increases and world-leading economic expansion. Natural resources, agriculture, industry, tourism, and technological innovation powered the rise.

For generations, Californians shared a broad optimism grounded in individual enterprise and upward mobility.

Those days are gone. For years, the state has waged a quiet but persistent campaign against the three indispensable ingredients of any successful modern economy: capital, energy, and individual initiative.

The pattern is clear. Capital is treated with hostility rather than respect. Investors and employers operate within an intensifying regulatory thicket—layered mandates, expanding compliance regimes, and punitive taxation.

opment in favor of ideological signaling.

The result is paradoxical: a resource-rich state that imports much of its energy, burdening residents with the highest costs in the nation.

Infrastructure projects stall under litigation and review. Mandates drive costly investments with marginal returns. Industry, agriculture, transportation, and households absorb the burden. The implicit assumption seems to be that markets and physics will yield to aspiration. They do not.

Individual initiative suffers as well. The small contractor delayed by permits. The restaurateur juggling wage mandates, benefit requirements, and inspection rules. The entrepreneur deciding where to incorporate and hire. The cumulative message is unmistakable: ambition is narrowly constrained by distant regulators. Over time, that message dulls the instinct to build. Families and businesses vote with their feet.

ocratic supermajority has shaped the current policy framework and therefore owns its outcomes: rising living costs, chronic housing shortages, business outmigration, and budget volatility tied to a narrow band of high earners.

This is not a claim that Republicans would govern without fault. Concentrated power tempts any party. A Republican supermajority would display its own excesses. The structural problem is dominance itself.

When competition fades, correction slows. Insulation breeds certainty and corruption, inviting overreach.

California’s identity was forged not by bureaucratic choreography but by the confidence that individuals, given room to act, would generate prosperity sufficient to support both private ambition and public goods.

That confidence has been replaced by suspicion of the very mechanisms that built the state. The opportunity culture of the Golden State has morphed into a system of constraint.

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At Calavera

Hills,

‘F’ is for ‘F--k ICE’

By Scott Davison

On Wednesday afternoon, bizarre stories began emerging all over Carlsbad.

Kids being picked up by their parents at Calavera Hills School, a K-8 campus in the Carlsbad Unified School District, reported witnessing a chaotic protest on campus earlier in the day, with students shouting obscenities at Carlsbad Police, kids holding signs which read “F*CK ICE and anyone who voted for that man,” and countless students missing or late to class.

Elementary teachers struggled to explain the mayhem to their young students. Apparently, this wasn’t the annual Kindness Matters kickoff.

Then reports began coming in to other CUSD schools — miles away — of young kids wandering the streets of Carlsbad unsupervised. Staff from those schools set out across the city looking for the students, eventually locating a large group in the Village.

Where did they come from? Apparently, Calavera Hills.

After the protest, they simply walked off the campus without any objection (or supervision) from the principal or administration, as part of the “walkout” trend happening in high schools across the country.

sent. The principal again claimed that some of the students who walked out had notified the school in advance, thereby obtaining an excused absence under a new state law allowing students to participate in civic activities for one day each year.

Once again, this explanation strains credulity. The “activity” was the campus protest, not an activity in the community. Students didn’t check out of the front office as they left — they hopped the back fence or walked out of the “secure” front gate.

Did their parents authorize the school to let them wander four miles into the Village during the middle of a school day?

We’ve already seen how badly this can go after a student was hit by a car during a walkout in Florida.

Adults in California may be charged with contributing to the delinquency of minors by encouraging walkouts.

After the principal’s initial story fell apart in spectacular fashion, parents got louder, all while the District has been silent. No parent of a middle school child believes that

CUSD

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Starting or expanding a business in California requires navigating a complex maze that deters many would-be builders.

When companies relocate, shelve projects, or choose not to launch here at all, our California dreams are stifled. Capital is mobile. It flows toward stability and predictability and away from hostility.

Energy policy reflects the same mindset. Affordable, reliable power is the lifeblood of a sophisticated economy. California is rich in energy resources, yet policy has inhibited their devel-

This trajectory is especially short-sighted because California’s expansive public sector depends entirely on private enterprise. Government does not generate wealth; it redistributes what the private sector produces. Tax revenue arises from payrolls, profits, property values, and capital gains. Schools, infrastructure, social services, and environmental programs rest on taxable economic activity.

Even nonprofits and advocacy organizations rely on private wealth. Philanthropy presupposes profit. Grants presuppose tax receipts. Redistribution presupposes production.

Eroding the base while enlarging the superstructure defies economic arithmetic.

For much of the past twenty years, one party has held overwhelming control in Sacramento. The Dem-

Extending the metaphor, the old fable of the golden goose endures because it captures a timeless truth. A productive economy yields steady returns when allowed to function. Overburden it, squeeze it, or treat it as an adversary, and output declines. Destroy it, and the stream of benefits ends.

California earned its golden reputation by having millions mine, farm, engineer, manufacture, finance, code, and invent. They converted natural advantage into sustained growth. If leadership continues to treat capital, energy, and initiative as liabilities rather than assets, the shine will continue to fade.

Rotation in power would not solve every problem. It would, however, restore accountability. And accountability — more than rhetoric — is what keeps a golden state from becoming fool’s gold.

Garvin Walsh is a resident of Cardiff-by-the-Sea and an elected member of the San Diego County Republican Central Committee.

Except Calavera Hills is an elementary/middle school: a secure, closed campus where students are not permitted to leave on their own.

A hastily-crafted email from the CHMS principal that afternoon laughably claimed that around 100 (11-13-yearold) students staged a “peaceful” protest and walkout completely on their own, and that the school “worked to balance students’ rights to free expression with our responsibility to maintain a safe, orderly and productive learning environment.”

Not only did they fail to balance these interests, but the reality is also that there is no “balance” to be had. Students’ rights to free expression end when their expression disrupts classroom instruction, as the Supreme Court explained in the landmark 1969 decision in Tinker v. Des Moines. Even the ACLU admits that a walkout is a disruption that subjects students to discipline.

But the only discipline parents reported involved students caught up in the mayhem who ended up late to class and were marked tardy or ab -

owes parents a truthful explanation and a promise that our schools will focus on creating an actual ‘productive learning environment.’

this was “student-led.”

CUSD owes parents a truthful explanation and a promise that our schools will focus on creating an actual “productive learning environment,” not one where elementary children are subjected to obscenities, classroom instruction is disrupted, and political activism takes priority over student safety. There is something parents might want to stage a walkout over. According to the latest state test scores, only 44% of CHMS students are proficient in math, and 38% aren’t proficient in English. But at least they can spell “F*CK ICE.”

Scott Davison is the executive director of the Carlsbad Education Alliance, a community watchdog group committed to pursuing transparency, accountability and academic excellence in Carlsbad schools.

Encinitas adds art to collection

By Cameron Adams

ENCINITAS — From one angle, it resembles a barrel from which legendary Encinitas surfer Rob Machado might emerge.

As it rotates, the sculpture also frames the Cardiffby-the-Sea branch library and nearby palm trees. On sunny days, its glass refracts light into a mosaic of oceanic hues across the ground.

Councilmember Joy Lyndes said the location of “Luminous Wave” — a piece from the Sexy Helix series by local artist Deanne Sabeck — at the southeast corner of Liverpool Drive and Newcastle Avenue complements the sculpture’s kinetic nature.

“As soon as I saw it the first time, I’m like, ‘Oh, we couldn’t have done this any better,’” Lyndes said. “It was really serendipitous. Sometimes these things just have a magic that arrives at the moment.”

The Encinitas City Council unanimously voted to accept the donation of the piece from Encinitas Friends of the Arts for permanent display at its current location. The council also directed staff to identify a new location in the Cardiff area for a pedestal that would house a future piece from the city’s Sculpture Loan Program.

Naimeh Woodward, president of Encinitas Friends of the Arts, told the council that when the program was created, the intent was for temporary pieces to eventually be donated to the city as part of its permanent collection.

“Then we would build more stands so we can have more sculptures to celebrate our artists,” Woodward said.

She added that, finances and public interest permitting, Encinitas Friends of the Arts hopes to continue adding sculptures in other communities, including Olivenhain.

According to the city, a plaque acknowledging the donation and installation of a new sculpture pedestal is expected to cost $10,000. Sabeck estimated the value of “Luminous Wave” at $28,000.

“Luminous Wave” was one of four sculptures approved by the council in April 2024, and the Commission for the Arts recommended accepting the donation at its September 2025 meeting.

O’side relocates safe parking site

By Leo Place OCEANSIDE

— After establishing a Safe Parking Program along Apple Street last year to provide a safe place to sleep to individuals living in their cars, the city is moving the program one mile away to the Country Club Senior Center.

On Feb. 18, the Oceanside City Council agreed to relocate the program from its current location at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center to the senior center’s parking lot along Country Club Lane. The city also approved amendments to its contract with nonprofit Dreams for Change, which operates the program.

County,” Deputy Mayor Eric Joyce said.

Some residents said the program could have negative impacts on the senior center, including taking up parking spaces. Resident Jimmy Knot said seniors in the community need the opportunity to provide more feedback to the city.

“As with any kind of safe parking, there is carryover parking that could impact the seniors that use the center,” Knot said.

A city poll of 299 residents found overwhelming support for the action. More than 90% supported accepting the donation, and about 80% favored keeping the sculpture in its current location while adding another pedestal in Cardiff for future works.

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara said the sculpture creates something “unique to this location.”

“It fits the space as much as the space fits it,” O’Hara said. “It’s an incredible spot for Deanne’s incredible sculpture.”

Encinitas, Solana Beach win beach award

A major sand restoration project spanning the coastlines of Encinitas and Solana Beach has been named one of the nation’s Best Restored Beaches for 2025 by the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

City officials announced the award Feb. 19 recognizing restoration work along nearly 1.5 miles of coastline designed to strengthen storm protection, reduce erosion and safeguard coastal bluffs, homes, rail infrastructure and public access points.

The Encinitas and Solana Beach Storm Damage Reduction Project is the first federal, programmatic coastal storm-damage reduction effort to span multiple local jurisdictions in San Diego County. The association evaluates projects based on long-term success, environmental benefits and community impact.

In Encinitas, crews added approximately 340,000 cubic yards of sand along roughly 7,800 feet of shoreline as part of a broader sand-replenishment and storm-damage reduction effort completed in spring 2024.

In Solana Beach, the project placed about 700,000 cubic yards of sand along approximately 7,200 feet of shoreline, targeting areas considered at high risk from erosion and storm activity. The replenishment is intended to help protect homes, public spaces and the rail corridor.

These amendments include extending the contract through December, increasing the contract maximum to $558,697 with a current contract amount of $329,329, and appropriating $166,000 in Measure X funds to support the program through June 30.

Max Disposti, North County LGBTQ Resource Center executive director and founder, said the program has run well at the center, and they have had no major issues with any of the participants. However, Disposti said the change is beneficial to the city because it will no longer have to pay the center to rent their property, and can instead use the city-owned senior center for free.

The new site will also provide greater security than Apple Street, he said.

“I just want to reassure the public that it’s been a positive experience,” Disposti said. “This is gonna be an improvement. I appreciate the fact that the new parking lot will have a gate.

City staff said the new location will improve stability and access to services, allow for program expansion, enhance monitoring and safety, and include portable restrooms and hand-washing stations.

The Safe Parking Program in Oceanside is operated by nonprofit Dreams for Change. Courtesy Dreams for Change

The Safe Parking Program currently serves an average of 25 to 27 vehicles per month. With the new location, the city hopes to realize its original goal of expanding the program to 50 cars per month.

At the new site, the Safe Parking program will operate from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., rather than 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Case management services will be offered onsite to participants from 6 to 10 p.m.

Between March 2025 and January 2026, the safe parking program served 114 adults and 22 children, according to the city. The most common age group among clients was those 55 and older, reflecting the demographics of the city’s overall homeless popula

gram’s high number of older adults, moving it to the senior center will hopefully reach more residents living in their vehicles.

“Our homeless elderly community is suffering in silence,” Tates said. “This is another way for us to outreach with those individuals who are going to the senior center to receive services through the day, and then understanding where they can go possibly at night.”

Oceanside’s Safe Parking Program provides amenities like bathrooms, showers, food, water, and trash services. Participants also have access to wraparound services, including housing navigation, workforce training, financial literacy, and resource referrals.

Other than Oceanside, the only other safe parking program in North County is located in the city of Vista. The safe parking program in Encinitas shut down at the end of 2025 after operator Jewish Family Services suddenly announced it could no longer fund the program without full city funding — a pricetag local officials said the city could

City leaders said they carefully selected the new site and are confident it will not interfere with senior center programs. They noted that program participants are required to vacate the lot during the day outside of the program’s operating hours.

“We believe that the presence of the safe parking will actually improve security around the grounds,” said Parks and Recreation Director Manuel Gonzalez. “They’ll leave before our senior programs are initiating in the morning, and arrive after we’ve ended our programming in the afternoon.”

Still, council members recommended communicating with the neighboring Oceanside Boys and Girls Club facility and the Oceanside American Little League regarding the arrival of the Safe Parking Program. Tates emphasized that there is no coming and going from the lot once attendees are in for the night and that security will ensure it stays safe.

“I do feel it is a very good place for this to happen,” said Mayor Esther Sanchez. The program’s last

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Del Mar clears land for housing

far, but will need millions more in grant funding to make it a reality.

would be better for families with children who want to live in the area.

By Leo Place DEL MAR —

The Del Mar City Council approved a resolution last week declaring a small city-owned lot adjacent to City Hall as exempt surplus land, in the first step toward developing a 100% affordable housing project on the site.

The vacant parcel along 10th Street measures around one-tenth of an acre and is part of the City Hall complex. The site is one of two city-owned lots that Del Mar is relying on to help meet its affordable housing production goals outlined in its 6th Cycle Housing Element, the other located on 28th Street.

The city was unsuccessful in obtaining a $3.5 million Smart Growth Incentive Program grant from SANDAG this past year, but will seek funding via HCD, state encampment resolution funds, and representatives who may be able to secure discretionary dollars.

“What we’re deciding to do is declare this surplus, and then begin a journey,” said Councilmember John Spelich.

The city has been discussing developing this small parcel since 2020. HCD requires the city to obtain a building permit for at least seven units by 2027 and to identify other sites for development.

“We should scrap that eight. We should not give the developers that flexibility or that opportunity,” Rang said.

Staff said the project would be no more than two stories tall and designed to fit the neighborhood character. Parking could be provided in the City Hall parking garage adjacent to the site, they said.

Councilmember Terry Gaasterland said that at this point, she preferred a fourunit project with two-bedroom units.

er of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, which controls drug trafficking, extortion and other rackets throughout Mexico.

The death was confirmed Sunday by the Mexican Defense Ministry. Oseguera was wounded during an operation in the town of Tapalpa, in Jalisco state. He died while being air transported with other cartel associates to Mexico City for treatment, according to the military.

Strengthening Solana Beach

At the City Council’s Feb. 16 meeting, city officials said that before the city can solicit developers to submit proposals for projects, the city must issue a resolution declaring the site as exempt surplus land in compliance with the Surplus Land Act.

inside and out

On any given morning in Solana Beach, you might find someone stepping into a cold plunge to kickstart recovery, or finishing a workout only to sit down for a coaching conversation about life goals and next steps. In our coastal community, wellness is not a trend. It is part of who we are.

That is why it is especially exciting to welcome two new Chamber members who are adding fresh energy and innovation to our already vibrant health and wellness industry: Bluprint Wellness and Duet Coaching.

Solana Beach has long been home to exceptional wellness leaders, from yoga studios and holistic practitioners to physical therapists, fitness trainers, and nutrition experts. Bluprint Wellness and Duet join that list while expanding it in meaningful ways.

At Bluprint Wellness, founder Jonathan Uphoff envisioned more than a gym. He created a space where science, technology, and personalized care intersect. Each client begins with comprehensive assessments and biomarker analysis, building a customized plan tailored specifically to their body and goals.

Their AI-powered strength training equipment adjusts in real time to a client’s biomechanics, creating workouts that evolve as progress unfolds. Recovery tools like cryo-

therapy, cold plunge, and infrared sauna reinforce an important philosophy: peak performance happens when recovery is prioritized.

Beyond the technology, Bluprint Wellness is rooted in helping individuals feel stronger and more energized in their everyday lives, whether they are training for competition or simply striving to feel their best.

Across town, Duet Coaching founder Genevieve Quarfoot is blending movement and mindset in a way that feels refreshingly human. Her 90-minute sessions pair 45 minutes of one-on-one exercise with 45 minutes of life coaching.

The concept grew from a simple insight. When we move our bodies, we often unlock clarity in our minds. Clients leave not only physically challenged but mentally empowered, having worked through goals, obstacles, and next steps immediately following their workout.

In a community that values vitality, balance, and connection, businesses like Bluprint Wellness and Duet Coaching reflect what makes Solana Beach special: innovation rooted in care.

We are proud to welcome them into our growing network of health and wellness professionals who are helping our neighbors live stronger, fuller lives inside and out.

City officials are planning to develop between four and eight very low-income housing units on the parcel, in a building that fits with the character of the single-family neighborhood. However, city leaders emphasized that the City Council will have the final say on the number of units.

“The approval of this submittal of the waiver for the Surplus Land Act is the first step in the city being able to develop that parcel,” said City Manager Ashley Jones. “It is not a council approval of a scope of a project, it’s not approving a number of units.”

Once the resolution is approved by the state Housing and Community Development Department (HCD), the city can solicit project proposals from housing developers. Any proposed project would be presented to the Design Review Board and the City Council for review.

Del Mar has allocated $500,000 to the project so

Some council members, as well as residents, questioned why the resolution mentioned the possibility of up to eight units, given that the city had previously hired a consultant to study the feasibility of four units.

Officials said the consultant found that there is enough space to develop four two-bedroom units on the site. Based on this, the city determined that the site could also accommodate eight smaller units, each around 500 square feet, if they wanted to maximize the number of units.

“The number of units that’s identified is to give the City Council the most amount of flexibility possible,” Jones said.

Some neighbors said a smaller project would be better, citing potential impacts on parking, privacy, and the area's overall community character.

Rick Ehrenfeld, who lives on 10th Street, said mentioning the possibility of eight units in the resolution could set an expectation, going forward, that the project will be that large.

“This is the first time eight ever appeared … The neighbors were okay when it was four units, most were okay when it was six units,” Ehrenfeld said.

Resident Camilla Rang, who also lives on 10th Street, said two-bedroom units

The very low-income units would be restricted for a period of 55 years for renters making 50% or less of the area median income in San Diego County Jones said it will be difficult to determine the project's financing until the city receives pro formas from developers. She said the city would likely partner with a nonprofit developer focused on affordable housing, which typically develops the project at cost plus a flat fee from the city and later manages the development.

“The rents are so restricted that these properties really don't cash flow,” Jones said. “If you have to finance it, they barely cover the cost of paying for themselves, and also just the general maintenance and repair of the property.”

Del Mar has yet to see any affordable housing units developed in the city. Under the Regional Housing Needs Allocation, or RHNA, process, the city is obligated to produce 37 very low-income and 64 low-income units by 2029.

City attorney, other Americans warned in Mexico

The Del Mar city attorney, who was vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, was among many Americans advised over the weekend to shelter in place as violence erupted across the city and throughout western Mexico.

The violence began after Mexican authorities killed one of the world’s most wanted alleged drug traffickers, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho.” Officials said he was the founder and lead-

“Interesting last full day in Puerto Vallarta today before heading home tomorrow?,” Del Mar City Attorney Leslie Devaney posted on Sunday on Facebook. “Got to lobby of our building this morning as we witnessed men dressed in black with masks igniting cars on the street and then gunfire and blasts all around the area. We hurried back to our rooms to shelter as advised by staff.”

Devaney, the former city attorney for Encinitas who has also served as special counsel to San Marcos and Escondido among other municipalities, told City News Service that it appeared the cartel was demonstrating its power to Mexican federal officials across the state.

“Streets were abandoned and no apparent attempt to harm tourists,” Devaney said. “We are confined to our rooms for today.”

While Devaney said she was not concerned for her safety, she was uncertain about leaving Mexico on Monday as scheduled.

“We are sheltering in place in Zona Romantica. Seems like tourists are not targeted,” Devaney said. “Not concerned for safety from what I hear. Don’t know if I’ll make it out as planned tomorrow, but flight still says going.”

Meanwhile, the U.S. Consulate issued a warning to potential visitors to towns along the border.

“There are reports of roadblocks and criminal activity in Tecate, Ensenada and in Tijuana,” the advisory said. “U.S. Consulate staff have been instructed to shelter in place. Monitor local news. Inform your friends and family of your welfare and whereabouts.”

Emergency assistance for U.S. citizens was available at 55-8526-2561 from Mexico and +1-844-5286611 from the United States.

Officials also suggested travelers enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program at step.state.govfor security updates from the consulate.

— City News Service

City planners OK 63 townhomes in South Vista

Hacienda project slated for vacant slope near SR-78

By Leo Place VISTA

— The Vista Planning Commission unanimously approved permits last week for a 63-townhome project on a vacant lot along Hacienda Drive just south of state Route 78.

Eco-friendly homebuilder City Ventures requested approval of a subdivision map, site development permit, and condominium housing permit to construct the project on the 4.6-acre site. Only four acres are buildable due to a riparian buffer along the edge of the site near Buena Vista Creek.

Known as Hacienda Townhomes, the project would include 63 units split across seven buildings, ranging from two to four bedrooms, each with a twocar garage. Seven of the units will be set aside for moderate-income households.

Eric Miller of City Ventures said this was a challenging site to work on, due to a major uphill slope from Hacienda Drive with an 80-foot elevation change. Another development was planned for the site several years ago, but it never moved forward.

However, after 20 years of the site sitting vacant, Miller said City Ventures and the city worked together over the past three years to make the project feasible.

“We’ve worked extremely hard through the extraordinary site constraints as well as the various city submittal requirements to get us here before you this evening,” Miller told the Planning Commission on Feb. 17.

The homes will be for sale rather than rentals and will provide homeownership opportunities for peo -

forcement tools.

Sponsored by state Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, D-Encinitas, and signed into law in September 2024, AB 2234 includes a pilot program for municipalities to introduce an ordinance banning children under 12 from riding Class 1 or 2 e-bikes.

Some of the unsafe riding behaviors defined by the ordinance include exceeding the speed limit, performing stunts, and racing.

THE VISTA Planning Commission approved a 63-unit townhome project last week at a vacant site along Hacienda Drive just south of state Route 78. The project site, which has sat vacant for 20 years, requires significant grading due to a major uphill slope. Photo by Leo Place

ple of varying income levels in Vista, Miller said.

While the city’s inclusionary housing ordinance normally requires 5% of units for low-income households and 4% for moderate-income households, the developer was granted a concession allowing them to allocate 10% to moderate-income households.

“I’m just really happy that we have more opportunity for ownership in Vista,” said Commissioner Kimberlee Simmons.

The site is zoned as multifamily residential with a permitted density of 15 to 21 dwelling units per acre. Hacienda Townhomes will have a density of 15.36 dwelling units per acre. The site is surrounded by similar residential uses, including Bella Terra Apartments and Sunset Springs Apartments.

All of the townhomes will be solar-powered with all-electric appliances, and each garage will also be pre-wired for electric vehicle charging, Miller said. Each home will also have a private outdoor space, such as a balcony or porch.

The project will also

The ordinance also states that “a police officer may seize any electric bicycle operated by a minor” when there is probable cause a violation occurred that “created an immediate or substantial risk to public safety.”

The City Council also adopted a resolution at the Feb. 10 meeting adding both Poinsettia Community Park and Pine Avenue Community Park to a list of public locations where riding e-bikes are prohibited.

The action was a response to calls for service and recurring community

have a common outdoor space in the center of the buildings with an event lawn, picnic tables, and barbecues.

The site will be accessed from Hacienda Drive, with a two-way road leading up the slope to the townhomes.

Parking concerns

Parking for the development includes a two-car garage for each townhome, some of which are tandem garages, plus 13 total guest spaces. Outside of the development, there is street parking along both sides of Hacienda Drive.

Commissioners were concerned about the project having adequate onsite parking, especially given the number of three- and four-bedroom homes that will have more cars. However, they recognized that they could not require additional on-site parking under state law.

“We can expect there to be quite a few cars associated with this project,” said Commissioner Bill Martin. “I’m looking for a real world solution of, where are we going to park these cars?”

concerns, according to city documents. Walking a bicycle through the parks will remain permitted unless otherwise posted.

Councilmember Teresa Acosta said at a previous meeting that e-bike safety is still a work in progress and that city officials would monitor the impacts of the new policies.

“There are a lot more things coming,” she said. “It’s not just Carlsbad. It’s statewide. We haven’t quite fixed all the pieces yet because it’s a moving and fluid situation.”

Commissioners also raised concerns about safety for people who park on the other side of Hacienda and then cross the street to reach the townhomes. They noted that the curve in the road near Pomelo Drive creates a blind corner that can be dangerous for pedestrians.

Commissioner Lisa De Jesus said it might be wise to install a crosswalk to help individuals cross safely.

“If you park on the other side of Hacienda and cross the street, you’re taking your life into your hands on that corner,” said Com-

missioner Lisa De Jesus.

Assistant Community Development Director Patsy Chow said she recognized the safety concerns but warned against planning new infrastructure from the dais. She added that the city’s traffic engineering staff has determined that the project is safe as currently designed.

A traffic study for the project found that the project would not have a significant impact on traffic levels in the area.

When it comes to parking, staff also noted that a homeowners’ association will be responsible for ensuring that residents use their garages primarily for parking to limit additional parking spillover.

Commissioners also questioned whether the planned common outdoor space would be large enough for the families that will be there. Miller reiterated that they were severely constrained by the site’s size and topography.

Waivers granted for the project reduced the required size of the common area from around 26,000 square feet to 19,000 square feet and allowed only one recreation amenity space rather than two.

“It was very challenging to get the minimum density and still, you know, creating some sort of open space where the community can gather. We feel that we did the absolute best we

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could on this site, by creating the common open space with the barbecue and the picnic tables and the play lawn,” Miller said. While they had some concerns, the commissioners said this was a very good project overall and appreciated the developer’s hard work.

Additional waivers of local development standards that the city granted for the project included:

• Increasing the maximum building height from two stories or 35 feet to three stories and 38 feet,

• Reducing the 15-foot minimum building separation to allow separations ranging from 9 feet, 8 inches to 12 feet,

• Reducing the required parking stall dimensions for the guest spots from 9-by-19-feet to 8-by19-feet,

• Allowing a wall height greater than 10 feet at the back of the property that will be beautified with planted vines.

Two public commenters spoke about the project. Val Brown, a resident whose home will be directly above the project to the southeast, said she was concerned about the view from her home and the impacts on traffic along Pomelo Drive.

Stephanie Jackel of South Vista Communities also said the project could use more guest parking, but said that it would be a good addition to the community.

TO ALL PERSONS WHO RESIDED AT THE BEACHWOOD MOTEL IN OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA BETWEEN MAY 23, 2018 THROUGH OCTOBER 4, 2024, A PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT IN ORANGE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS.

The following Class is a part of the settlement:

All persons who currently reside or formerly resided at the hotel located at 210 Surfrider Way, Oceanside, California 92054, commonly known as the Beachwood Motel, for at least 28 consecutive days and moved out, or checked out and re-registered, before the expiration of 30 consecutive days of occupancy at any time from May 23, 2018 through October 4, 2024.

If you have resided at the Beachwood Motel for 28 or more consecutive days during the time period above, you may be a member of the Class and may be entitled to compensation if the settlement is approved. There are strict deadlines to participate in the settlement.

If you have not received notice that you are included in the settlement, but believe you are eligible to participate in the settlement, you will need to provide proof that you stayed at the Beachwood Motel for 28 or more consecutive days during the time period above. Such proof may include a copy of the registration card from the hotel showing each stay of 28 or more consecutive days, a sales receipt from the hotel showing each stay of 28 or more consecutive days, or a declaration under penalty of perjury that you stayed at the Beachwood Motel for 28 or more consecutive days along with another form of proof that you stayed at the hotel for at least one day.

For important information regarding the settlement, please visit www.beachwoodmotelsettlement.com or call the attorney representing the Class: Yashdeep Singh of Yash Law Group, at telephone no. (714) 494-6244 or Law Offices of Gerald S. Ohn, APC at telephone no. (213) 946-4192.

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GRADUATION

Mehdi Faeli of Escondido graduated at the end of the fall 2025 semester from the University of Minnesota Duluth. Faeli received a master’s degree in civil engineering.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

The San Diego County Office of Education recognized Mia Funk — director of College and Career Readiness for the Escondido Union High School District — as the 2026 San Diego County School Counseling Administrator of the Year. The award recognizes school counseling professionals who go the extra mile to ensure that students are prepared for college, careers and life beyond. Superintendent Jon Petersen said that she “exemplifies what it means to put students first.”

COYOTES

Philip, a 2-year-old terrier blend, is on the mend and available for adoption after what was believed to be a coyote attack in January. He received medical

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care from the Helen Woodward Center for wounds consistent with a coyote run in. “Philip is one of the lucky ones,” said Helen Woodward Animal Center Adoption Services Director Kendall Schulz. “Little dogs like him rarely escape with their lives. He has so much spunk and joy in him. He’s ready to live his best life and we’re so happy we are able to help him find it.”

Coyotes are out and about more in January and February, during mating season, and also closer to residential centers as cities sprawl into the animals’ native habitats. The center recommends keeping a close eye on pets, especially smaller dogs, and to keep cats indoors, especially overnight. If you encounter coyotes, the center said to never run away, but instead make loud noises, yell, bang pots and pans, spray a garden hose in their direction, squirt vinegar at them or throw small objects towards, but not at, the animals.

SIGN SPINNER

Davis Davis of San Diego will compete in the 2026 World Sign Spinning Championships, beginning March 7 on Fremont Street in Las Vegas. Davis said he began sign spinning over 10 years ago and fell for it quickly.

“For me, it’s an art form. It’s my way to stay creative,” he told The Coast News. The Hoover High School alum added that he has placed as high as fourth in the past but has been working on new moves and also considering bringing back some he has not used in a while to place even higher this year. “I’d like to win it,” Davis said. “It’s the one thing I haven’t done in my sign spinning career.”

ABSTRACT ART

San Diego artists Lucas Smith, Anuj Jenveja and Priyanka Pathak have curated a group exhibition called “Common Ground: A Convergence on Abstraction.” It will be on display at Gallery 21 of the Spanish Village Arts Outreach in Balboa Park through March 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, with an opening reception on Feb. 28 from noon to 3 p.m. “I believe our guests will enjoy witnessing what makes each of our styles distinct, and also how we see ourselves in each other,” Pathak said.

CRAFT BEER COLLAB

“I Like Beer The Podcast” will collaborate with “The Capital of Craft Podcast” to tell stories of beer from around the country. The new season will be filmed at The Film Hub in

Vista, telling stories of how hops are cultivated locally, the art of brewing, sales strategies, original interviews and more.

ENCINITAS SENIORS

The City of Encinitas unveiled the Senior Citizen Activity Assistance Program, which offers up to $300 in financial support per fiscal year to qualifying residents looking to participate in the city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts programs, according to a release. Residents of Encinitas or Cardiff-by-the-Sea 60 and older can apply through the city’s website.

RECORD AIR TRAVEL

San Diego International Airport welcomed 25.32 million passengers through its two terminals in 2025 — 9.69 million in Terminal 1 and 15.64 million in Terminal 2. That record bested the previous mark set the year before. Airlines at the airport added or resumed 14 nonstop routes and also saw an 8% increase in international travel. “With the opening of our new Terminal 1 and continued expansion of airline service, 2025 stands out as a truly exceptional year,” said Kimberly Becker, president and CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority.

Pets of the Week

BIG BEN is the Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. He is a 5-year-old, 13-pound domestic short hair, lynx point cat.

DOLLY is the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s pet of the week. She is a 2-year-old brown tabby.

Big Ben can be soft-spoken, but is affectionate and has a medium amount of energy. He would do well in a home with plenty of cat shelves, trees and cardboard boxes so he can feel safe and cozy. Once acclimated, Big Ben would be a loyal companion.

The $100 adoption fee includes a medical exam, spay, 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.

Information: Stop by RCHS at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call 760-753-6413 or visit SDpets.org.

Dolly can be shy at first, but if you earn her trust — back scratches will go a long way — she would be a loving companion. Dolly has a playful side and enjoys batting around her favorite toys.

All pets adopted from Helen Woodward Animal Center are altered, up-todate on vaccinations and micro-chipped for identification.

Visit Helen Woodward Animal Center at 6523 Helen Woodward Way in Rancho Santa Fe. Kennels are open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (by appointment only).

Information: call 858756-4117, option #1 or visit animalcenter.org.

TUCKER is the San Diego Humane Society’s pet of the week. He is a 4-year-old, 88 pound hound mix. Tucker is a kind boy with a history of playing well with other dogs and children. He is easygoing and has never met a human stranger. He is food-motivated and responds well to leash guidance and verbal commands. Tucker is at the El Cajon campus and has an adoption fee of $168 (plus facility fee). Fees include spay/neuter services, 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, San Diego, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Vista. Information: sdhumane.org/adopt or 619-2997012.

San Marcos college clinic backs disabled parents

By Leo Place

SAN MARCOS — Staff

and students in the occupational therapy program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in San Marcos are working with community partners to fill a care gap for families with disabled parents through a virtual, pro bono clinic.

The clinic came about last year, when assistant professor and doctor of occupational therapy Amy Lyons-Brown was overseeing a group of OT doctoral students who wanted to complete a capstone project on parents with disabilities.

They connected with Alesha Thomas, the founder of the San Diego nonprofit Adaptive Parent Project, which empowers parents with disabilities through resources and information. During weekly capstone meetings with Thomas, Lyons-Brown said it was apparent that the OT community could offer significant support to parents with disabilities.

Now, Lyons-Brown and a group of OT students from the University of St. Augustine, together with Thomas, lead a pro bono clinic every week via video call.

“This is not something that you’ll see anywhere else,” said Lyons-Brown. “In our clinic, everyone is working together and collaborating. The students are able to give their input, the parents give their input, and we all work together on the common goal of helping a parent with a disability be a better parent.”

The clinic provides a space for parents to share challenges and successes and to find support, while also teaching students to be disability-informed and become better healthcare providers. Students can also count the clinic toward their field work for their OT dissertation.

Thomas, who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair, said she would have benefited greatly from a group like this when her son was born.

Her desire for community with other disabled parents is what motivated her to establish the Adaptive Parent Project, where she makes videos with tips and product recommendations for other disabled parents.

“Parenting with a disability can be so isolating,” Thomas said. “An able-bodied parent doesn’t sit there and go, ‘how am I gonna pick up my baby from the bassinet?’ You have so many other factors that you have to juggle.”

Lyons-Brown said this partnership with Thomas and other people in the community is what makes the clinic work. Including people with lived experience can build trust and rapport with clients and create an environment that feels safe and accepting.

“There’s that concept of a safe provider. Alesha and I have talked a lot about it,” Lyons-Brown said. “This is a space they can feel present in, and not feel judged.”

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Another key member of the group has been Kelsey Ledezma-Rebollo of San Diego, a mother of a young son. She had previously connected with Thomas via social media, and the two had relied on each other as sources of support as they navigated parenting with a disability.

Ledezma-Rebollo became disabled at age 12 after being paralyzed from a spinal cord injection, and uses a wheelchair. She said she has experienced a lot of medical neglect in her life, often because providers are not trained to treat patients with disabilities.

When Thomas invited her to join the clinic through St. Augustine, Ledezma-Rebollo readily accepted.

“I’ve had a rocky time dealing with my body. I’ve been handed off repeatedly, because no one wants to talk about what happens,” she said. “Alesha and I connected through social media. She asked if I wanted to participate, and I was definitely struggling with my son, so I was like, ‘yeah.’”

The weekly clinic looks a bit different each time, Lyons-Brown said; it’s tailored to what the parents want to talk about. They may talk about ways they can adapt to meet their children’s needs, or how they can advocate for themselves with their medical providers.

“We don’t have the limitations of traditional insurance. It’s a little more quality in terms of what we’re doing, instead of the quantity,” said Lyons-Brown. “We have some clinics that are several hours long.”

The clinic also provides a great way for parents to get support from other disabled parents who are in the same boat as them. Many opportunities to meet up with other moms are based around jogging or pushing strollers, Lyons-Brown said, or other activities that may not be accessible to someone with a disability.

On Feb. 4, the clinic held its first in-person event for parents with disabilities in Santee. Thomas said they hope to host another in-person gathering.

“When you get together and you get to see someone who, not only do you see a reflection of yourself, but also understands your struggles

Parent Project, and her family.

as a parent with a disability, it’s one of the most magical things on the entire planet,” Thomas said.

The University of St. Augustine in San Marcos offers several rehabilitative and health science programs, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology.

The clinic is currently offered to parents in California and Arizona, and Lyons-Brown said they hope to expand it to Florida and Texas, where the university has other campus locations.

Kaiser nurses return to work after strike

Thousands of unionized nurses and health care professionals at Kaiser Permanente facilities in California and Hawaii returned

Bertha Ramirez Oceanside February 20, 2026

Marla Jo Scott Vista February 20, 2026

to work Feb. 24, ending a roughly four-week strike carried out amid prolonged contract talks, union officials said.

Officials with the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals said in a statement earlier this week there has been “significant movement at the bargaining table” over the past 48 hours, prompting them to call for an end to the strike as of 7 a.m. Tuesday.

The union also called off all picketing activity Monday as the union and Kaiser “finalize return-to-work agreements.”

The nurses’ strike began Jan. 26. Union officials called it the “largest open-ended strike of registered nurses and health care professionals in United States history.”

There were no immediate details available about how close the two sides were

to reaching a contract agreement, or what issues may have been resolved.

Kaiser officials said in a statement that the union has accepted the health care system’s offer of a 21.5% acrossthe-board wage increase, calling the development “good progress” that “moves us closer to a contract agreement.” Kaiser officials said the union had been asking for increases of up to 63% over four years.

“We made it clear when we presented this (21.5%) offer on Oct. 2, 2025, that this was the maximum we could offer and keep care affordable for our members and patients,” according to Kaiser. “Importantly, the increase is higher than any other health care provider in the country and keeps our employees at above market pay and among the best paid caregivers in the country.”

The roughly 31,000 members of UNAC/UHCP had vowed to stay on strike until a fair contract agreement was reached. UNAC/ UHCP members include registered nurses, pharmacists, nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, midwives, physician assistants, rehabilitation therapists, speech-language pathologists, dietitians and other specialty health care professionals.

“We’re striking because Kaiser has committed serious unfair labor practices and because Kaiser refuses to bargain in good faith over staffing that protects patients, workload standards that stop moral injury and the respect and dignity that Kaiser caregivers have been denied for far too long,” registered nurse Charmaine Morales, president of UNAC/UHCP, said previ-

ously.

Camille Applin-Jones, senior vice president at Kaiser Permanente Southern California, previously described Kaiser’s latest contract offer as “one of the strongest nursing contract offers in California this year.”

“Despite the union’s claims, this strike is about wages. This open-ended strike by UNAC/UHCP is unnecessary when such a generous offer is on the table. The strike is designed to disrupt the lives of our patients — the very people we are all here to serve,” Applin-Jones said.

The union filed an unfair labor practice charge against Kaiser with the National Labor Relations Board alleging the company walked away from the bargaining table in December and attempted to bypass the agreed-upon national bargaining process. The union has been bargaining with Kaiser since last May. Kaiser officials said Monday, “Our bargaining with UNAC/UHCP and each of the Alliance of Health Care Unions continues at local tables. We are continuing to make progress and remain optimistic about reaching contract agreements soon.”

— City News Service

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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 (3/6, 3/20, etc.) 8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATION AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

1. PROJECT NAME: Ramirez-White Accessory Dwelling Unit; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008284-2025; FILING DATE: August 7, 2025; APPLICANT: Yolanda White; LOCATION: 1253 Summit Avenue (APN: 260-071-07); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A coastal development permit for the construction of a new detached 1,199-square-foot accessory dwelling unit; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 3 (R3) Cultural/Natural Resources and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15303(a), which exempts the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit. The project meets this criterion. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historic resources are a ected by the proposed project. STAFF CONTACT: Santos Perez, Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2799 or sperez@encinitasca.gov

2. PROJECT NAME: Wittenberg Detached ADU; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008666-2026; FILING DATE: 01/21/2026; APPLICANT: Maxwell E. Wittenberg; LOCATION: 1703 Mackinnon Avenue (APN: 260-305-03); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Coastal Development Permit for the construction of a 453-square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit: ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 8 (R-8), Coastal Overlay Zone, Special Study and Scenic/Visual Corridor Overlay Zones; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15303(a), exempts the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

STAFF CONTACT: Grant Yamamoto, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 6332785 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

3. PROJECT NAME: Santa Fe 256 ADU; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008221-2025; FILING DATE: 07/08/2025; APPLICANT: Santa Fe 256 LLC.; LOCATION: 627 Santa Fe Drive (APN: 260-121-16); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Coastal development permit for the construction of a detached 1200-square-foot Accessory Dwelling Unit; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 8 (R8, Coastal Zone, Special Study, and Scenic/Visual Corridor overlay zones; 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 the construction of ADUs in residential zones; The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

STAFF CONTACT: Esteban Cisneros, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 9432244 or ecisneros@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATION 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.

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 the 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.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NUISANCE ABATEMENT FOR 165 EUCALYPTUS AVE PROPERTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City Council of the Chartered City of Vista, California will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers at the Vista Civic Center, at 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, California, on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to obtain citizen views, respond to questions, and declaring that the condition of the property at 165 Eucalyptus Ave (APN 175-306-11-00), constitute a public nuisance and authorizing the City Manager to abate the public nuisance.

ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED to attend said hearing and express opinions on the matter outlined above.

To submit a comment in writing, email publiccomments@cityofvista.com and write the item number and/or title of the item in the subject line. Oral comments will also be accepted by leaving a message at 760-643-2815. Please include your name and the spelling, as well as the item number or title of the item you wish to speak about. All comments received by 2:00 p.m. the day of the hearing will be emailed (voice messages will be summarized) to the City Council members and included as an “Add to Packet” on the City’s website prior to the meeting. Please note, comments will not be read at the meeting.

Kathy Valdez, City Clerk

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CITY OF VISTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Vista, California, will hold a public hearing in the Vista Civic Center Council Chambers, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, California, March 10, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, to receive and consider all evidence and reports presented at said hearing and/or obtained previously relative to the following matters: Recreation & Community Services Facility Rental and Program Fees

QUESTIONS regarding the above should be directed to the Recreation & Community Services Department, Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or by telephoning (760) 643-6151.

Kathy Valdez, City Clerk

remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $2,324,212.62 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this gure prior to sale. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election of Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1027

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.04.100 TO THE DEL MAR MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE DIGGING OF HAZARDOUS HOLES ON THE PUBLIC BEACH

The above referenced ordinance was adopted with the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Martinez, Deputy Mayor Spelich, Councilmembers Quirk and Gaasterland; Noes: 0; Recuse: 0; Absent: 0; Abstain: 0, on February 17, 2026. A full copy of the ordinance may be reviewed in the Administrative Services Department.

s/s Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager/ City Clerk DATE February 19, 2026

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Title Order No.: LTTSG2501102

Trustee Sale No.: 88546 Loan No.: 399546423 APN: 143-20208-01 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S

SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/27/2024 . 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 3/23/2026 at 10:30 AM, CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 10/1/2024 as Instrument No. 2024-0264215 in book ////, page //// of o cial records in the O ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, executed by: MARINA VISTA VILLAS, LLC, A WYOMING LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Trustor BEST LENDING FUND I, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Bene ciary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by 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). At: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: See Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto And Made A Part Hereof. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 812 N. CLEVELAND STREET #A OCEANSIDE, CA 92054. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the

DATE: 2/18/2026

CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE, as Trustee 8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808 PHONE: 714-283-2180 FOR TRUSTEE SALE

INFORMATION LOG ON TO: www.stoxposting.com CALL: 844-477-7869

PATRICIO S. INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALIST IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. “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 on 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 the outstanding lien 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. “Please be advised that the trustee may require entity or trust bidders at this trustee’s sale to provide Information, documentation and/or certi cation of the vesting instructions and the data required to be reported pursuant to FinCEN regulations e ective for transfers of residential real property to covered transferees on or after March 1, 2026. The required information must be provided to the trustee before a trustee’s deed upon sale will be issued for covered transfer. Additional information regarding these regulations and the required transferee Information and certi cations can be found at https://www.federalregister. gov/ documents/2024/08/29/2024 -19198/anti-money-launderingregulations-for-residential-realestate-transfers and https:// www. ncen.gov/rre-faqs#d 5 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 844-4777869, or visit this internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the le number assigned to this

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case T.S.# 88546. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.” For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: 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 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can 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 (844) 477-7869, or visit this internet website www. STOXPOSTING.com, using the le number assigned to this case 88546 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; by remitting the funds and a davit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Disclosure In compliance with CA civil code 2924f(F), the opening bid for the foreclosure sale is based on a valuation provided t the trustee by the lender of the lender’s representative. The trustee does

not determine, verify, or opine on the accuracy of this valuation and makes no representation regarding the market value of the property subject to foreclosures (the “Property”). The trustee’s compliance or noncompliance with CA civil code 2924f(f) shall not be construed as an opinion, warranty, or representation regarding (i) the priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, (ii) the condition of title to the Property, or (iii) any other matters a ecting the Property, Including the value of the Property. The trustee relies solely on the trustee’s sale guaranty and/or Information provided by the lender regarding the lien priority and title condition and does not Independently verify such Information. All bidders are solely responsible for conducting their own Independent due diligence regarding the loan, the Property, its value, the lien priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, and the condition of the title to the Property. The trustee assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of any information provided by third parties, including the lender. The valuation used to determine the minimum opening bid applies only to the Initially scheduled sale date. Any postponement or continuation of the sale does not obligate the trustee to obtain or rely upon a new valuation, nor does It alter the trustee’s limited role in the process.   EXHIBIT “A” Legal Description For APN/ Parcel ID(s): 143-202-08-01 THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A Condominium comprised of: Parcel A: An undivided 1/3 interest in the Common Area as tenants in common in and to Parcel 1 of Marina Vista Villas, in the City of Oceanside, County of San Diego, State of California, according to Parcel Map thereof No. 21981, led in the o ce of the County Recorder, of San Diego County, December 13, 2022 as File No. 2022-7000638 of O cial Records, as shown on that certain “Condominium Plan for Marina Vista Villas” recorded December 15, 2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0345911 of O cial Records covering the Condominium (“Condominium Plan”), and as described in that certain “Declaration of Marina Vista Villas Homeowners Association” recorded December 20, 2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0349583 of O cial Records of said County, collectively the “Common Area”. Parcel B: Unit A (“Unit”), as shown on the Condominium Plan. Parcel C: Those certain Exclusive Use Easement Areas as set forth in the Condominium Plan which are assigned to grantee, which Exclusive Use Easement Areas will be appurtenant to Parcel B. STOX 957999_88546 02/27/2026, 03/06/2026, 03/13/2026 CN 31922

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000010467892 Title Order No.: 250278146 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/09/2021. 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. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/13/2021 as Instrument No. 2021-0579577 of o cial records in the o ce of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, State of

CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NADINE M. JETT, A SINGLE WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 03/25/2026 TIME OF SALE: 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. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 14898 OAK CREEK, VALLEY CENTER, CALIFORNIA 92082 APN#:

133-370-18-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $594,372.40. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 833-5610243 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the le

CITY OF CARLSBAD

OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to you, because your interest may be a ected, that the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, to accept the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Growth Management Program Monitoring Report and nd that is satis es the city’s monitoring requirements. The monitoring report includes analysis of development activity during Fiscal Year 2024-25, including compliance with the Citywide Public Facilities and Improvements Plan performance standards for administrative facilities, libraries, wastewater treatment capacity, parks, drainage, circulation, re, open space, schools, sewer collection systems, and water distribution systems. Those persons wishing to speak on this proposal are cordially invited to attend the public hearing. Copies of the sta report will be available on and after Friday, March 6, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Jesser in the Planning Division at (442) 339 -2637 or jennifer.jesser@carlsbadca.gov. The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca. gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel. In addition, written comments may be submitted to the City Council at or prior to the hearing via U.S. Mail to the attention of O ce of the City Clerk, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, or via email to clerk@ carlsbadca.gov

If you challenge the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Growth Management Program Monitoring Report 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 in written correspondence delivered to the City of Carlsbad, Attn: City Clerk’s O ce, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, at or prior to the public hearing.

PUBLISH: Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 CITY OF CARLSBAD | CITY COUNCIL

number assigned to this case

00000010467892. 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 Web site. 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 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can 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 833-561-0243, or visit this internet website WWW.SALES. BDFGROUP.COM using the le number assigned to this case 00000010467892 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 an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 833-561-0243 WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP as Trustee 3990 E. Concours Street, Suite 350 Ontario, CA 91764 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 02/17/2026 A-4866134 02/27/2026, 03/06/2026, 03/13/2026 CN 31921

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000010462687 Title Order No.: 250265479 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/30/2021. 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. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 01/03/2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0002251 of o cial records in the o ce of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: DON TOBIN WATKINSON AND RHONDA LYNN WATKINSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP., WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 03/25/2026 TIME OF SALE: 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. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4425 HIGHLAND OAKS ST, FALLBROOK, CALIFORNIA 92028 APN#: 121-351-19-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $1,196,080.01. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you

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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 833-5610243 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the le number assigned to this case 00000010462687. 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 Web site. 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 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can 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 833-561-0243, or visit this internet website WWW.SALES.

CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-01

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Encinitas has introduced Ordinance No. 2026-01 titled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending Section 30.54.030 (Schedule of Required O -Street Parking) of Chapter 30.54 (O -Street Parking) of the Encinitas Municipal Code, Amending Subsection 6.5.3 (Development Standards) of Section 6.5 [Single Family Residential Zones (“ERSFR3”, “ER-SFR3V” & “ER-SFR5” Zones)] of Chapter 6.0 (Encinitas Ranch Zoning Ordinance) of The Encinitas Ranch Speci c Plan, and Amending the Local Coastal Program to Implement State Legislative Changes Regarding Parking Requirements For Single-Family Residences Pursuant to Government Code Section 65863.3.” Ordinance 2026-01 directs sta to initiate amendments to the City’s zoning regulations and Local Coastal Program to implement legislative changes regarding parking requirements for single-family residences pursuant to Government Code Section 65863.3. AYES: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, Sha er; NAYS: None; ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. The City Council will consider the adoption of this Ordinance at the March 11, 2026, Regular City Council meeting commencing at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue. The Ordinance is on le in the o ce of the City Clerk, 505 South Vulcan Avenue and may be viewed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI, this agency is an equal opportunity public entity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status or physical or mental disability in employment or the provision of service. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s O ce at 760-633-2601 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. /Pete Weichers, Interim City Clerk.

BDFGROUP.COM using the le number assigned to this case 00000010462687 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 an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 833-561-0243 WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP as Trustee 3990 E. Concours Street, Suite 350 Ontario, CA 91764 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 02/12/2026 A-4865902 02/20/2026, 02/27/2026, 03/06/2026 CN 31888

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-251020096-CL Order No.: FIN-25009254 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A

DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/28/2004. 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, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, 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. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE.

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Trustor(s): William Nicholson, Sr., trustee of the Ives Gillette

Trust dated January 29, 2003, or his successor in trust Recorded: 10/7/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0953613 of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California; Date of Sale: 3/23/2026 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, located at 250 E. Main St., El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,544,026.15 The purported property address is: 16563 VIA DE SANTA FE, RANCHO SANTA FE, CA 92067 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 269-020-10-00 All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled sale. 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

Encinitas reports gains in homelessness strategy

By Cameron Adams ENCINITAS

— As the Encinitas City Council reviewed the city’s homelessness efforts, elected officials pointed to measurable progress while directing staff to explore additional solutions and improve how program data is collected and shared with the public.

Crystal Pugh, the city’s homeless programs coordinator, presented Pointin-Time Count data and walked the council through several ongoing initiatives during a Feb. 11 special meeting on the Homeless Action Plan.

“A homeless action plan is a strategic roadmap developed by the city to address homelessness in a coordinated, measurable and sustainable way,” Pugh said. “It outlines goals, priorities and actions to prevent and reduce homelessness. It requires collaboration across departments, service providers and community stakeholders.”

The national Point-inTime Count, a standardized snapshot of homelessness on a single night in a specific area, is one method of measuring homelessness nationwide and is mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The Regional Task Force on Homelessness coordinates the Point-in-Time Count for San Diego County. The organization held its 2026 count last month, but the data is not yet available.

Point-in-Time Count data from 2024 and 2025

in the San Diego region showed a 6% drop in unsheltered homelessness — including people sleeping on streets and in vehicles — and a 7% decrease in the total number of unhoused individuals, which includes both unsheltered people and those living in emergency shelters or temporary housing facilities, according to the city.

Encinitas, grouped with Solana Beach, San Dieguito and Del Mar as a combined count area, experienced a 26% decrease in unsheltered homelessness and a 12% decrease in the total number of unhoused individuals during the same period, according to city data.

“There was a notable decrease in homelessness from 2024 to 2025 both in Encinitas and across the San Diego region,” Pugh said.

HUD guidelines note that tracking homelessness

during winter is intended to identify community members who are unable or unwilling to access emergency shelters. The guidelines also state that counting at known locations may bias the data and lead to undercounts within a region.

Mayor Bruce Ehlers said the Point-in-Time Count figures are “very rough estimates and probably undercounted,” adding that he would like to maintain a by-name list to establish a more accurate accounting of homelessness in Encinitas independent of neighboring municipalities.

The Homeless Outreach Program for Empowerment, known as the HOPE Team, is a collaboration among local service providers that offers outreach, mental health services, and housing navigation tools to unsheltered residents. In 2025, 37 individuals enrolled in the program, according to city documents.

The HOPE Team added two five-day-per-week

staff members from the San Diego Rescue Mission in November 2025 — one outreach worker and one housing navigator — according to city documents. Between Nov. 24, 2025, and Jan. 21, 2026, the Rescue Mission added 98 unduplicated individuals to the By-Name List and facilitated 40 placements, including duplicates.

Paul Armstrong, chief of staff at the San Diego Rescue Mission, said Encinitas staff have “been an incredible partner” and have a “great working relationship with the sheriff’s department” to achieve those results within the first two months.

Councilmember Luke Shaffer called the progress over the past two months “nothing short of astonishing.”

“I just couldn’t be more ecstatic for where we’re going,” Shaffer said.

Under a shared agreement between Vista and Encinitas, the Buena Creek Navigation Center opened

in March 2024 along South Santa Fe Avenue in Vista. The facility includes 24 rooms with a total capacity of 48 individuals, including 12 beds (25%) reserved for Encinitas residents (75% for Vista residents).

In 2025, the center served 72 individuals from Encinitas.

The results included two people permanently housed, 14 placed at the Buena Creek Navigation Center, five at South County Lighthouse, four at Mission Academy, and seven at the East County Transitional Living Center. Two individuals entered detox programs, and six were placed in other settings, including family reunification and shelters.

The Safe Parking Program at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center served 52 individuals in 47 households in 2025, according to the city. Of those households, 15 were from Encinitas, 15 from other parts of North County San Diego and 17 from outside the area.

The program, operated by Jewish Family Service, ended Dec. 31, 2025, after the nonprofit halted operations due to increased costs.

Theresa Beauchamp of Encinitas Action said during public comment that the current Homeless Action Plan had “a glaring hole” because it did not include a local safe parking program to replace the one that expired at the end of 2025.

“For six weeks, our unhoused neighbors have had no place to sleep,” Beauchamp said.

Shaffer said the city attempted to negotiate with Jewish Family Service to continue the program, but “we worked with them more than they worked with us.”

Shaffer added that he has friends who have moved out of the city because of the high cost of living and said regional safe parking programs operate similarly.

“If for some reason, this parking lot shuts down, there’s other places that you can go,” Shaffer said. “It’s not a right and a requirement to live in Encinitas. It’s a privilege and an honor.”

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara said advocates seeking to revive the Safe Parking Program should lobby other cities in the region, including Carlsbad, Solana Beach and San Marcos.

“I’m really proud of this council across the board here. We offered them more than anyone’s ever offered them,” O’Hara said. “JFS chose to not accept the money and didn’t want to work

further on this contract.”

Councilmember Joy Lyndes proposed exploring a request-for-proposals process to assess the costs of reinstating the Safe Parking Program. Lyndes said a public process would allow the city to ask, “Is this what we want to spend our tax dollars on?”

Ehlers suggested exploring a broader range of options to allow people to safely sleep in their vehicles overnight, saying a model similar to the Buena Creek Navigation Center could offer greater flexibility while remaining fiscally responsible.

“We can think beyond just the parking lot,” Ehlers said. “There are other ways to — I think — better serve those same clients in a triage navigation center-type approach.”

Scott Campbell, a longtime Encinitas resident and member of the Encinitas Citizen Review Panel, said that he worried affordable housing would not significantly reduce homelessness because it's a one-time solution.

“They get built and they get filled and then there’s no turnover,” Campbell said. Lyndes said she also wants to review access to affordable housing and increase transparency in the process.

“I want to be a little more transparent so that people understand what our process is and that it’s a fair process,” Lyndes said. “How do we make sure the families that we anticipate are going to be eligible actually have a chance at getting these houses or being considered? There’s always more need than there are homes.” Council members also called for more comprehensive data to better understand the impact of programs and initiatives.

Ehlers cited an axiom by management theorist Peter Drucker.

“You can’t manage that which you can’t measure,” the mayor said.

Ehlers added that more granular financial data and better assessment tools would help the city understand “the true success rate” of programs from initial contact through permanent housing.

Lyndes said improved data collection is critical to strengthening city programs and guiding future decisions.

“What is our most important data and why do we need the data?” she said. “I think data is not as useful if we don’t know why we need it.”

Barnhart hits 1,000-point mark

By Noah Perkins CARLSBAD

— The Sage Creek boys’ basketball team saw its season end Feb. 18 with a 64-50 loss to Bonita Vista High School in the opening round of the Division I section playoffs, finishing 10-19 in a season that often felt within reach — but just out of grasp.

The Bobcats pushed North County heavyweights La Costa Canyon and Carlsbad into overtime and battled within seven points of Open Division top seed Santa Fe Christian, but struggled to close games throughout the season. It was a tough encore to last year’s 21-win Division I section semifinal run.

For senior Jordan Barnhart, a lanky 6-foot4 guard/forward and San Marcos High transfer, it was an emotional end to a year marked by personal success amid team struggles.

“The team did not exceed expectations this year, but the vibes stayed high throughout,” Barnhart told The Coast News. “The ups and downs brought us players and coaches closer together. We lost many games by four or five points, and some were heartbreaking overtime losses.

“The Bonita Vista game was very emotional — my last time on the floor in a Sage Creek jersey. I’m super proud of our whole team for sticking together until the end and trusting me as a leader.”

In the loss, Barnhart — an Avocado League First Team selection in 2025 — recorded a double-double (18 points, 10 rebounds) to finish his high school career. On the season, he averaged more than 16 points and nearly five assists per game.

“I can stretch the floor and handle the ball efficiently,” Barnhart said. “I can defend effectively and rebound at the guard position pretty well. I’ve developed into a three-level scorer this year, becoming more consistent offensively in all aspects of the game.”

The highlight of Barnhart’s season came a few weeks earlier, on Feb. 3, when he sank a first-quar-

Youth football wrestles costs

O’side

league struggling with rising rental fees

By Noah Perkins OCEANSIDE —

Oceanside Pop Warner celebrated a historic December with two national championships, but off the field, escalating stadium fees are creating obstacles for the league.

ter free throw in a 55-49 loss to Rancho Buena Vista to surpass 1,000 career points in just 2½ seasons with the Bobcats.

Entering the game needing just five points to reach the milestone, Barnhart finished with 22.

“Being a 1,000-point scorer is a major milestone I was able to accomplish,” he said. “It means a lot to me as it shows the hard work and dedication I have put into this game. I’m super grateful to have a supporting cast of family, teammates, and coaches help me along the way.”

Barnhart, now the second-leading scorer in Sage Creek history behind Elijah Stephens, praised head coach Brandon Dowdy and assistants Dalvin Luster and Tyson Robinson for their roles in his development.

“My high school career consisted of many ups and downs that molded me into the player and person I am today,” Barnhart said. “I’m super grateful for every experience, and I learned a lot that has prepared me for the next level of college ball. My coaches all bought into my development and trained me on the fundamentals to become a high-level player.”

He also singled out fellow senior Maxx Mitchell, who transferred to Sage Creek as a junior and averaged 10 points per game.

“Maxx, I’m super proud of him,” Barnhart said. “He stepped up big this year and became a valuable piece of this team. He’s been my guy since he transferred to Sage, and we continued to lean on each other more and more this year as we stepped into bigger roles. I’d also take him to most practices, and we spent time together off the court, which made our relationship closer.”

The Bobcats also graduate Tegan Olson, Griffin Berdan, Vaughn Young and Mason Sandefer. Barnhart will continue his basketball career at NCAA Division III Linfield University in McMinnville, Oregon, after committing earlier this year.

“Really good school,” he said. “I loved it when I visited.”

At the Pop Warner Super Bowl in Charlotte, North Carolina, the 14U Warriors outscored opponents 106-0 in the playoffs before shutting out New Jersey’s Saint James Royals, 30-0, in the championship game.

The 13U Smack City team also went undefeated, including a 6-0 victory over Florida’s Westchase Colts, while the 11U Running Pirates made it to the Super Bowl but fell 20-14 to Indiana’s Greater LaPorte Slicers.

Seventy-five players traveled to Charlotte, and covering the $40,000 needed for the weeklong trip required a community effort.

Sponsorships, a car wash, a barbecue — and even the Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, with QR codes on players’ backs — helped raise funds. Oceanside Pop Warner President Andrew Tapuloa said the league continues to fundraise, but it can only go so far.

“The biggest obstacle is the cost of renting the facility,” Tapuloa said. “We don’t have the money to rent it.”

The league, which serves more than 300 children in football and cheer across five age divisions, has had to play home games at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School. Coaches say the site is inadequate and unsafe for hosting games.

Josh Galeai, head coach of the 13U Smack City team, said he raised concerns with league officials about playing at the middle school.

“There’s potholes everywhere,” Galeai said. “It’s embarrassing. I think it’s a safety risk. I told them I don’t want any home games.”

Renting a full-day stadium through the district’s

Facilitron system — typically from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accommodate five games — costs about $7,000. After factoring in referees, EMTs, and other required staff, Tapuloa said expenses can reach $9,000.

Oceanside Unified School District report-

are free under the Joint Use Agreement between the district and city.

“Fees are necessary to maintain and upgrade our facilities,” said OUSD Director of Communications Donald Bendz. “We surveyed other districts’ pricing in 2024 and aligned

The biggest obstacle is the cost of renting the facility. We don’t have the money to rent it.”

Andrew Tapuloa President, Oceanside Pop Warner

ed that El Camino High School’s stadium is $315 per hour. Additional costs include $53.67 for campus security, $40 for a campus supervision assistant, and $67.76 for custodial staff, all with a two-hour minimum.

Use of the press box and public address system is optional at a cost of about $500 per hour. Some nonprofits qualify for discounted rates, and select fields

our rates accordingly. We’ve also shared no-cost options with Pop Warner.”

Registration for the current season is roughly $675 per player, up from roughly $525 in previous years. Tapuloa said the increase reflects rising operational and facility costs.

“It’s gone up a bit — we were around $505-$525 before, and we’ve tried to increase registration only

as much as we have to,” Tapuloa said. “I’m a parent myself, so I understand the complaints. Our goal is to make sure every child gets to play. We offer payment plans, scholarships, and other options. Parents volunteer, and we already try to keep costs reasonable, but families also have to cover equipment and uniforms on top of registration.”

City officials said they support youth athletics but do not manage district stadiums, leaving decisions about those fields to the district, according to Terry Gorman Brown, senior management analyst in the City Manager’s Office.

Through Parks and Recreation, the city provides free and low-cost programs for children and teens and offers scholarships for families in need. Scholarship awards were recently increased to $300$550 per qualifying child.

In recent years, Oceanside has allocated over $1 million annually from Measure X sales tax revenue to expand youth recreation, including $1,045,000 for fiscal year 2026-27. The department is also holding two community meetings to help prioritize $500,000 in funding for field improvements.

“The City believes every child and teen in Oceanside deserves access to quality recreational programming, regardless of their family’s financial situation,” Brown said.

Galeai said access to quality fields affects player retention. Several top athletes from OPW have transferred to private schools with better facilities.

“Our kids finally see what else is out there and what we don’t have in Oceanside,” he said. Tapuloa said the league has met with both the district and city officials to discuss ways to ease the financial burden, but progress has stalled.

“I always have hope and faith that they’ll do the right thing,” Tapuloa said. “If we can find a partnership, a set cost, or some way to work together, it would make a big difference. After all, we’re from here too — we’re from Oceanside.”

San Diego routs Montréal in MLS opener

By Staff SAN DIEGO

— Five players scored as San Diego FC opened its second MLS season with a 5-0 rout of CF Montréal on Saturday night at Snapdragon Stadium.

Christopher McVey, Amahl Pellegrino, Onni Valakari, Marcus Ingvartsen and 18-year-old Bryan Zamblé each found the net for San Diego (1-0-0), which drew 25,412 fans for its home opener and recorded the largest margin of victory in club history.

McVey opened the scor-

ing in the 14th minute, heading home a corner kick from Anders Dreyer near the six-yard box for San Diego’s first goal of the 2026 season. Pellegrino doubled the lead in first-half stoppage time, converting a rebound after Dreyer’s shot was saved by goalkeeper Thomas Giller. Montréal (0-1-0) went down to 10 men in the 48th minute when Tomas Aviles was ejected. San Diego capitalized quickly.

Valakari made it 3-0 in the 54th minute, finishing inside the left post after a

pass from Ingvartsen. Five minutes later, Ingvartsen added a goal of his own, striking left-footed off a Dreyer cross to extend the lead to 4-0.

Zamblé capped the scoring in the 85th minute, four minutes after entering as a substitute in his professional debut.

San Diego dominated possession, completing 645 passes to Montréal’s 317 and holding a 64% edge in possession. San Diego outshot Montréal 12-6, including 8-2 on target.

Dreyer finished with two assists. Ingvartsen and McVey each had a goal and an assist, and Pellegrino added a goal and an assist. The five-goal output matched San Diego’s highest scoring game in club history.

Goalkeeper Duran Ferree, a San Diego native and the club’s first-ever signing, made his first MLS start and recorded his first career clean sheet with two saves. San Diego next hosts St. Louis City SC on Sunday at 6:15 p.m.

48th candidate criticized for ‘anti-LGBTQ’ memo

By Leo Place

SAN

MARCOS —

Councilmember

San Diego City

and 48th Congressional candidate Marni von Wilpert is lambasting fellow Democratic opponent Ammar Campa-Najjar over a campaign memo that she says is anti-LGBTQ, due to its implication that LGBTQ candidates in the region struggle to receive support outside of Palm Springs.

Campa-Najjar and von Wilpert are among the eight Democrats seeking to unseat Republican incumbent Darrell Issa from the seat representing the 48th, which was redrawn following last year’s passage of Proposition 50. The new district lost portions of San Diego County and added portions of Riverside County, including Palm Springs.

Campa-Najjar, a veteran and former U.S. Department of Labor official, previously lost to Issa in 2020. He has also had unsuccessful campaigns for Chula Vista mayor in 2022 and the 50th Congressional District in 2018.

First reported on by national LGBTQ+ publication The Advocate, Campa-Najjar’s memo, titled “Fact Check: Setting the Record Straight on Marni von Wilpert,” listed several arguments as to why von Wilpert will be unable to flip the seat from red to blue.

One section listed three former candidates in various state- and federal-lev-

el races — Will Rollins, Christy Holstege and Lisa Middleton — who he said did not win their respective elections “due to their inability to reach voters beyond Palm Springs,” which is known as an LGBTQ mecca.

The memo then states that von Wilpert is “a candidate in the same vein, who will fail to win over Latinos and veterans.”

Von Wilpert, who is bisexual, called the claims in the memo an anti-LGBTQ dog whistle. She noted that the only similarity between her and the three candidates listed is that they are

all part of the LGBTQ+ community.

Rollins is an openly gay former prosecutor, Middleton is a transgender woman and former Palm Springs mayor, and Holstege is a bisexual woman and also a former Palm Springs mayor.

“At a time when our rights and freedoms are under attack, the last thing we need in a Democratic primary is divisive rhetoric that questions whether LGBTQ candidates can win or connect with broad communities,” von Wilpert said in a Feb. 18 press release.

She went on to say, “We don’t win by suggesting

some of us are less electable because of who we are. We win by uniting around shared values, lowering costs for working families, and standing up for our freedoms.”

Campa-Najjar’s campaign stood by the memo and denied that it had anything to do with LGBTQ identities.

“These attacks are baseless and desperate. The memo’s analysis was explicitly about electoral geography, with no mention of identity,” campaign manager Andi McNew said in a statement to The Coast News.

On social media, Campa-Najjar’s campaign also noted a recent endorsement from Rep. Robert Garcia, who is openly gay. Campa-Najjar also shared a statement affirming his support for the LGBTQ+ community.

“As a proud Mexican-Palestinian American who has been profiled throughout my life, I have zero tolerance for discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity,” Campa-Najjar said. “Any of my Democratic colleagues would be an upgrade from Darrell Issa, each of us must make our case. In a district that is heavily Latino and veteran, I believe our campaign is uniquely positioned to achieve this particular mission.”

Rep. Mark Takano, recognized as the first openly gay person of color elected to Congress, also expressed concerns about the memo’s intent. He said the implications echo arguments made by Republicans.

“When I ran for Congress, I heard the same anti-LGBTQ attacks — and I proved them wrong. Our party wins when we build real coalitions rooted in respect and shared values, not when we echo the kind of divisive rhetoric that voters have grown tired of hearing,” Takano said.

Other candidates in the 48th race are Vista City Councilmember Corinna

Contreras, U.S. Navy veteran and Palm Springs bartender Marc Iannarino, Nuevo school board member Abel Chavez, Coachella Valley entrepreneur Brandon Riker, Palm Springs business owner Ferguson Porter and San Diego corporate executive Jerlilia Ryans.

Contreras, who is also openly queer, said voters are more focused on issues that impact their daily lives.

“As the only elected official in this race who is openly LGBTQ and who lives in the district, I know that people are more focused on the real day-to-day struggle of accessing basic resources like healthcare, housing, food, childcare, transportation, and good-paying jobs than they are on identity politics. When we lose sight of that, everybody loses,” Contreras said.

The criticism over Campa-Najjar’s memo came just before a final vote on a critical endorsement by the California Democratic Party. On Feb. 21, the party finalized 2026 endorsements for Assembly, Senate, and Congressional races during its state endorsement convention in San Francisco ahead of the June 2 primary.

Pre-endorsement voting indicates that von Wilpert is the top choice for an endorsement, receiving 68.83% of the vote. Campa-Najjar received the second-highest amount of votes at 14.29%.

OMA shares new fire station expansion designs

New galleries, terrace and café in $10M project

By Leo Place

OCEANSIDE — A new education center, more galleries, a café, and historic building preservation — these are just some of the elements planned by the Oceanside Museum of Art for its $10 million expansion to the neighboring Fire Station 1 building.

In December, the Oceanside City Council approved a lease update for the museum at 704 Pier View Way, expanding its premises to include the now-vacated fire station at 714 Pier View Way and fulfilling plans that have been in the works for 20 years.

The addition of the fire station will expand the museum’s footprint by 10,000 square feet, encompassing an entire city block.

This week, the museum unveiled new designs for the project from Safdie Rabines Architects, featuring a dedicated education center, more exhibit space, additional outdoor areas, an informal gathering terrace, and a café, as well as improved circulation between indoor and outdoor art areas.

“As Oceanside Muse-

um of Art grows, our commitment to the community grows with it,” said museum Executive Director Maria Mingalone. “This expansion allows us to preserve an important historic landmark while boldly investing in the future of artists and our cultural community, creating new opportunities for arts education, and meaningful public gathering spaces. This ensures OMA remains a vibrant cultural hub for generations to come.”

The museum also announced a $10 million capital campaign, which has already raised $9 million from nearly 80 donors, including individuals, foundations, community partners, civic organizations, and the city of Oceanside, since March 2024.

A major contribution came from state Sen. Catherine Blakespear (D-Encinitas), who secured $3.59 million in state funding for the project. The city is also contributing $1.5 million.

The museum currently encompasses the historic City Hall building from 1934, designed by celebrated Southern California architect Irving J. Gill, and a 16,000-square-foot central building that was constructed in 2008.

The 1929 fire station, also designed by Gill, will be the second historic building to be acquired by the museum. The Oceanside Fire Department vacated the space last year after moving into a newly built

torney, argued in court that a sentence near the maximum one-year jail term would be “disproportionate.”

Prosecutors filed documents listing three recent local cases with similar circumstances in which jail time was imposed. Marshall said the exam-

station a few blocks away at 410 N. Freeman Street.

During the transformation of the fire station, the museum will also focus on historic preservation and restoration of Gill’s signature architectural touches, including the rounded arch entrances.

The indoor fire pole will also be maintained as part of the museum.

A large part of OMA’s operations focuses on its award-winning education programming, including Literacy Through Art and ArtQuest, which serves around 6,000 students annually.

ples showed “it is not out of the norm” for courts to sentence defendants to custody in comparable circumstances.

Temple countered that the prosecution did not provide context to show whether those cases were typical or outliers.

The courtroom was filled with supporters of both Sengendo and the Chalekian family.

More than a dozen people attended on Sengendo’s behalf. After the hearing, they told The Coast News that he is a devoted family man who means a great deal to the community.

As a child, Sengendo fled Uganda and became a

The expansion will also add 2,500 feet of gallery space, 1,400 feet for permanent collection storage, and multi-use spaces for lectures, community meetings, and workshops.

“This project is an opportunity to expand the

OMA will also upgrade its art education programming space, moving it from the museum's basement studio to a street-level education center. This will allow the museum to expand its programming, such as Literacy Through Art and ArtQuest, which serve every third- and fifth-grader in the Oceanside Unified School District, and Discovery Art Tours, open to districts throughout San Diego County.

refugee in Kenya before his family was granted political asylum in San Diego, according to previous reporting by The San Diego Union-Tribune. He was introduced to tennis at Father Joe’s Village and later became a coach.

Across the aisle and along the back wall of the courtroom, many supporters of Emery wore yellow shirts, held signs and expressed solidarity with her family.

“Eddie took our daughter from us, which is just an awful thing to even contemplate — so much loss for me, my family, my son, the community,” John Chalekian told The Coast News after the hearing. “Now he finds it appropriate to drag the same affected group through a prolonged living loss with these court proceedings to benefit nobody other than himself.”

Route 66 turns 100: Learn more before your visit

Thit the road

ime: Let’s just say it was some time in the last millennium.

Place: Gallup, New Mexico.

What: My husband and I, on a month-long, cross-country road trip, pulled into a gas station to refuel our VW Bug. We left with a full tank, a new fan belt and some hoses. I don’t remember the cost, but it was pricey at the time.

Some months later, I related this story to a friend who sighed, then informed me that we’d been victims of a common Gallup, N.M., scam.

That was our first introduction to Route 66, and it wasn’t until later, when I learned the significance of this highway and its history, that I forgave Gallup.

Fast forward to 2026.

While the United States celebrates its 250th birthday this year, Route 66 marks its 100th.

It was on April 30, 1926, that the idea for an efficient thoroughfare from Chicago to Los Angeles was born.

According to Chris Epting, author of “The

Birthplace Book: A Guide to Birth Sites of Famous People, Places & Things,” federal officials met in Springfield, Missouri, and after much contention, the “catchy sounding number” 66 was chosen.

The name became official Nov. 11, 1926. (A plaque in Springfield’s Central Square marks the event.)

World War II, population growth, the love of travel, the booming petroleum business, the Great Depression, John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath” (where the name Mother Road first appears),

and the growth of the West all accounted for the incremental expansion of Route 66. For decades, this 2,448mile highway symbolized adventure, freedom and an independent spirit.

Route 66 eventually was replaced by the Interstate Highway System, which spread its tentacles in the 1960s and 1970s, but sections of the historic road still exist.

It still holds a bit of mystique and heaps of nostalgia, and beckons for drivers to take the Great American Road Trip.

If such a trip is on your

bucket list, a little research beforehand can make the most of your time and miles.

“The Best Hits on Route 66: 100 Essential Stops on the Mother Road,” by Amy Bizzarri tells readers where to find a 30-foottall, fiberglass space man (Wilmington, Illinois); a legendary frozen custard stand (St. Louis); an 80-foot-long Blue Whale (Catoosa, Oklahoma); a rattlesnake museum (Albuquerque, New Mexico); and a herd of dinosaurs (Holbrook, Arizona).

Bizzarri also has

mapped out eight themed itineraries — Native American history, Hollywood lore, natural wonders, the supernatural and more.

Should you return home craving some of the memorable road eats, or are just an armchair traveler/foodie, check out Linda Ly’s “The Route 66 Cookbook: The Best Recipes from Every Stop Along the Way.” Recipes include not only iconic diner food, but ethnic gems, drinks and desserts.

Think Elvis Ugly Crust Pie from Midpoint Café in Adrian, Texas; späetzle from Rock Café in Stroud, Oklahoma; and Spicy Seafood Soup from The Albright in end-of-the-line Santa Monica.

The last chapter of Jamie Jenson’s “Road Trip

USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America’s TwoLane Highways” contains 80-plus pages dedicated to Route 66 and is jampacked with info and color photos of things to see and do along America’s Main Street.

“Whether you are motivated by an interest in history or feel a nostalgic yearning for the ‘good old days’ Route 66 has come to represent,” Jenson writes, or whether you want to “experience firsthand the amazing diversity of people and landscapes that line its path, Route 66 offers an unforgettable journey into America, then and now.”

Have an adventure you want to share? Contact eondash@coastnewsgroup. com.

Eat&Drink

Sometimes, as sad as it is to see a favorite restaurant go away, it’s always a bonus and eases the pain a bit when it’s replaced by one that is equally appealing.

Such is the case with Switchboard, the restaurant-bar space at Oceanside’s Hilton-owned Fin Hotel on South Coast Highway 101, which closed and was followed by Little Fawn in the same space.

The restaurant has been playing to full houses since it opened.

Honestly, I didn’t know what to make of the name Little Fawn, as it made me think at first of a children’s book or some kind of nature-themed joint.

But alas, I was quickly set straight by owner Jon Rhinerson, who said the name reminded him of the cocktail bars in his native Boston, and also a play on words, like a little bit of a crush, as in fawning over someone or something.

I’ll take that, and honestly, once I started sampling the food, any name confusion quickly went away.

Rhinerson is also the former owner of Échale in Encinitas, and Little Fawn is a rustic, Mediterranean-style spot for dinner, brunch, and cocktails.

Before the food, there

were cocktails to sample, and dang were they tasty. I went with The Old Fawn, their clever wordplay on an Old Fashioned with Elijah Craig Bourbon, Amaro Nonino and Angostura and orange bitters, so good. My dining companion, a Chartreuse fan, went with the equally sexy Deez Coconuts with Chartreuse, coconut, lime and pineapple, and she was quite pleased as well.

Before I get into the edible delights, I should mention the joint was jumping, including a table of young twenty-somethings who came up from Encinitas. I hope you appreciate my keeping it in the deer family. Seriously, though, these guys all looked like models, and overall, it was a very attractive crowd.

Also, the kitchen is run by head chef Seth Tuma, who cut his culinary teeth at the high-volume Flower Child restaurant chain.

A Louisiana native, Tuma headed west for the lifestyle and joined the surfing ranks, along with Rhinerson.

The cocktail and wine program is run by Little Fawn bar manager Tony Prosper, who formerly worked at the rooftop Co cocabana bar at the nearby Brick Hotel. His 14-drink cocktail menu at Little Fawn includes a lineup of classics plus organic wines by the glass and a handful of local beers on tap.

pressed by the Assyrtiko from Macedonia, Greece, that features high acidity balanced by richer textures, moderate alcohol, and pro nounced minerality, and

well, it tasted mighty fine.

I went with the first chilled red I’ve had in a while, the Plavinia from Croatia, which was a delightful light-to-medium-bodied red wine featuring notes of red berries, earth, and herbs that is super versatile and would be perfect with our upcoming meal selections.

I can’t ever recall passing on Yellowtail Crudo and Tuma’s version with olive oil, lemon, capers, radish and cilantro was no exception. It melted in my mouth, and I wanted more.

But alas, up next, we were in store for some of the best mussels either one of us has ever had. And I’ve eaten my fair share of them. The combination of fennel sausage, Arrabbiata, Mezcal, white wine, Grana Padano, fennel and sourdough bread induced eye-rolling pleasure.

The broth was so amazing, we quickly ran out of bread and were replenished in short order, as with any truly great mussels, the broth gives as much joy as the mussels themselves and a solid bread is key to the en

joyment, which it was.

Arrabbiata sauce was new to me and is a spicy Italian sauce from Rome with tomatoes, garlic and dried red chili peppers. I was also unfamiliar with Grana Padano, a hard, granular Italian cheese similar to Parmigiano-Reggiano but with a milder, slightly sweeter flavor. A big tip of the hat to Tuma on this one, and I highly encourage you to give it a try.

Next, we were on to the larger plates and the pleasure

that awaited them. I simply can’t say no to chicken thighs or steak frites, and they were two of the six offerings, all of which looked doable. I’m sure I’ve mentioned this in the past, but I’m a huge fan of a simple, well-executed menu, and that’s what’s going on at Little Fawn.

Mary’s Organic Chicken Thighs with roasted red pepper salsa, pickled fennel and gremolata made me forget all about my “no chicken at nice restaurants” mantra.

And yes, I’m a freak for

steak frites, this one with prime hanger steak cooked to a perfect medium rare, Calabrian Chile marinade, bearnaise, chives, and, of course, perfectly cooked fries.

Pistachio Cheesecake with a raspberry reduction was the lone dessert offering, and that’s all they needed.

Some of Tuma’s other popular dishes are Roasted Butternut Squash with salsa macha and honey Greek yogurt, Mushroom Pappardelle Pasta, Green Chile Wagyu burger, and Branzino with tomato confit and Castelvetrano olives. The brunch menu includes a Spanish-style French toast with whipped ricotta, a Farro Bowl with house garlic tahini dressing and a Fried Chicken Sandwich with lemon garlic labneh and harissa honey.

Bottom line, Little Fawn works on nearly every level. Put it on your short list. Little Fawn is located at the Fin Hotel, 131 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside. Instagram: @little_fawn_ oceanside

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Once

Ihad seen “Gidget” in 1959, but my first real surf movie was Bruce Brown’s “Waterlogged” in 1962. Other than Saturday matinees, I had never before attended a movie without my parents. That all changed when my sister’s boyfriend, Larry, took me to the Pasadena Civic.

The spell hit before I got out of Larry’s car. In the parking lot were gremmies dressed in Army jackets and combat boots, smoking cigarettes and leeching money. A tribe of skateboarders rolled down the sidewalk on clay wheels, doing turns and handstands.

Then, in the lobby, I saw Mickey Munoz, the first famous surfer I had ever seen in person. He was a mere three feet from me, but I never considered walking up and saying hello. You simply didn’t do such things to a deity.

instability

Valentine’s Day just passed. As a newly divorced woman, I got a special gift — MY SANITY.

Why do all overweight adults weigh 160 pounds on their driver’s license? What about the other leg?

My overweight sister said most of her weight is water weight. That would make sense. She’s always peeing her pants.

I was in the mall, and two younger women, about 50, looked at me. As they passed, I heard one say to the other, “Oh God, that’s us in 10 years.” I thought to myself — 10 years? If you keep that up, you won’t live 10 minutes.

I got a new doctor. I was filling out the questionnaire: name, address, phone number, date of birth, sex. Under sex, I wrote, “It’s been a while.”

I’ve been dating, and I’m not happy with the results. Jim said he loved to walk on the beach. I said, “So, do I.” I thought we’d have fun until he walked back to his car to get the metal detector.

Bill and I went to lunch, then Walmart. He said, “If we get separated, I’ll be in the adult diaper section.” Driving home, he asked if I’d be spending the night. I thought to myself, “Yeah, at this intersection if you don’t find the gas pedal.”

I started dating Luke. We had to eat dinner between 3 and 4 p.m. to get the senior price. I thought this isn’t dinner — it’s lunch. Then he spoke very loudly because of his poor hearing. He said he still had his own teeth and control over his bowels. How romantic. Goodbye Luke.

Follow comedian Jere Evans on YouTube: @jereevanscomedy.

it’s surf movie time at OIFF

water spot

Filmmaker Bruce Brown narrated. It was silent, and great respect was shown while he commented on each wave. Once the first big waves hit the screen, however, chaos ensued, and the auditorium was drowning in hoots and whistles. Bottle caps were flicked, and popcorn boxes showered the screen.

It’s quite the cliché, but this film really did change my life. Right then and there, I vowed to be a surfer for life and ride big Waimea Bay. Those of you who know me know which of those two vows I broke. While “Wa-

Matter of Time

Anthony Sapienza, 63, was charged with two counts of felony battery on Feb. 8 in Port Orange, Florida, after a brawl broke out during a pickleball game at the Spruce Creek Country Club, the Associated Press reported. Sapienza’s wife, Julianne Sapienza, 51, was charged with a single count of felony battery.

The Sapienzas were playing against another couple when an argument began about a rule; words were exchanged between the men before the accused hit his opponent with his paddle, then punched him on the ground.

Before it was all over, about 20 players became involved in the fight, police said. The victim was over age 65. [AP, 2/12/2026]

Way World Works

Back in the 1940s, carpenters would sometimes slide a newspaper between the floorboards of a house to fix uneven planks, The Washington Post reported. On Jan. 14, contractor Vincent Vincent tore up boards in a home in Fargo, North Dakota, and unsurprisingly found a newspaper page from Oct. 6, 1946. When he showed the paper to the homeowner, Casey Chapman, 75, Chapman recognized someone in the photo on the page: his mother. “It was just a shock,” Chapman said. His family had no connection to the home before he bought it in 2017.

That issue of the Fargo Forum featured the seven nominees for North Dakota Agricultural College’s homecoming queen, one of which was Marty Anderson, Chapman’s mom. (She won, by the way.)

Anderson died in 2014. Chapman said she was “very active, and not afraid to take on leadership roles. My mother was a wonderful lady.” He and his wife have already framed the clipping and will hang it in their renovated bedroom. [Washington Post, 2/11/2026]

terlogged” was stunning, it was a mere warmup for Brown’s 1966 masterpiece, the yet-to-be-equaled “The Endless Summer.”

Real surf movies didn’t have Hollywood’s budgets, actors or those corny closeups of Moondoggie in straw hats, balancing on a mattress while the wave they’re supposedly riding plays in the background. Once I saw real surf movies, I could never take Hollywood’s version seriously again.

Perhaps because it was done by real surfers, Tinseltown nearly got it right with John Milius and Denny Aaberg’s 1978 offering, “Big Wednesday.” There were moments in that film that struck the right chords, while others were decidedly off-key.

While Hollywood never gave up, I really wish they would. Honestly, if surfers were a racial minority, we

would be up in arms over their portrayal as dopey, monosyllabic knuckle draggers. By the mid ‘80s, video cameras were omnipresent, and anyone with a few hundred bucks and a tank of gas could be a surf filmmaker. This resulted in some hardcore surf action and some very bad technical quality.

Young surfers didn’t really seem to care, as these were basically used as training films. Surfers watched and then rewound Tom Curren’s section until the tape broke.

The current state of the surf movie is in flux. The good news is that the genre is in a storytelling phase. I had the pleasure of witnessing it last Saturday, at the opening of the 15th annual Oceanside International Film Festival (OIFF).

While all five films I

Odd Files

Incompetent

A 25-year-old man in Philipsburg, Montana, drove to the Granite County Courthouse to pay a fine he had received for open container, KBZK-TV reported on Feb. 17. While he waited, Sheriff Rico Barkell observed that he appeared to be intoxicated.

He asked if the man had driven to the courthouse, to which he answered yes. Then he admitted he had had two drinks and smoked two bowls of marijuana.

A breath test confirmed the sheriff’s suspicions, with the man’s blood alcohol at three times the legal limit. He also had an open container in his car. He was charged with aggravated DUI and open container. The sheriff’s office posted about the incident on its Facebook page, summarizing with “Stupidity is not an excuse!” [KZBK, 2/17/2026]

• On Feb. 11, Dean Young, 26, entered a parked landscaping van in Hialeah, Florida, allegedly with intent to steal tools inside, NBC Miami reported. However, Young became trapped in the locked van and started screaming and beating on the doors. “Help me! I’m inside,” he yelled.

The landscapers called police but didn’t free Young from the van, as there were machetes inside that he

might have used as a weapon. Young, who had posted bail in an earlier case, was held on charges of burglary and criminal mischief.

[NBC Miami, 2/12/2026]

Irony

A famous rock formation in Melendugno, Puglia, Italy, called Lovers’ Arch collapsed into the Adriatic Sea on Valentine’s Day, The Guardian reported.

Strong storm surges and heavy rain pounded the area before the landmark fell. “It is a devastating blow to the heart,” said Melendugno Mayor Maurizio Cisternino. “Nature has been overturned.” [Guardian, 2/16/2026]

At the Olympics

The real star of the Feb. 18 women’s cross country team sprint qualifying round in Lago Di Tesero, Italy, was Nazgul, a 2-yearold Czechoslovakian wolfdog. NPR reported that as skiers flew across the finish line, Nazgul broke out of his doghouse and ran across, too — even being captured with the official finish line camera. The dog’s owner said Nazgul “just wanted to follow us. He always looks for people.” [NPR, 2/18/2026]

Wrong Plane, Time

Fox5 Atlanta reported on Feb. 10 that a passenger

saw were entertaining, I got literal chills from “Frostbite.” The opening scenes deliver some of the most chillingly on-edge surfing ever captured. “Ceibo” had a strong environmental message while revealing the threatened magnificence of surfing in Ecuador.

Hey, I don’t mean to make you feel you missed out! OIFF continues showcasing surf cinema, documentaries and narrative films at the Star Theatre, through Feb. 28.

You may not want to spend six hours in a theater, but there are some brilliant films coming up, and the big screen is where you want to see them. Then, stick around to question the film’s creators.

The surf movie is back, and so am I. It’s requested, however, that all gremmies hold on to their bottle caps. Visit osidefilm.org.

on a United Airlines flight boarded the wrong plane, then wondered why it was taking so long.

The passenger intended to fly from Los Angeles to Managua, Nicaragua, through Houston. Six hours into the flight, he asked a flight attendant why it was taking so long to get to Houston — and realized he was on a flight to Tokyo. United Airlines paid for a two-night hotel stay as they worked out a new itinerary for the passenger and offered a $1,000 travel credit. [Fox5 Atlanta, 2/10/2026]

Continuing Crisis

The Town of Phillipsburg, New Jersey, declared a local emergency on Feb. 17 after at least two sinkholes opened up on its streets, WFMZ-TV reported. A dump truck that was hauling asphalt to repair one sinkhole ended up falling into the ground, while farther down the street, a car fell into a hole.

The dump truck also damaged a water main, which could not be repaired until the truck could be removed from the hole. Using ground-penetrating radar, officials located several different voids beneath the surface, said Mayor Randy Piazza.

The emergency declaration allows faster access to resources and assistance, town officials said. Public Works Director Matt Noel said eight homes had been evacuated, and residents of other homes have been encouraged to leave. [WFMZ, 2/18/2026]

Repeat Offender

Michael Delsid, 46, is no stranger to Fresno, California, police. KMPH-TV reported that Delsid was arrested after a chase on Feb. 17 for the 36th time -in this incident, for evading police, reckless driving and probation violations. Delsid’s criminal record dates back to 1994 and includes violent crimes, drug offenses and property crimes. He is ineligible for bail. [KMPH, 2/18/2026]

Learn to listen online

Editor’s note: This is the final installment in a four-part series.

By Rich Henrich

The smartest businesses today aren’t guessing what customers want—they’re listening.

Every search query, review, comment, click, and question is a signal. Together, these signals tell a story about what people care about, what confuses them, and what they expect next. Businesses that pay attention gain clarity. Those that ignore it fall behind.

Listening with “digital ears” means treating feedback as intelligence, not criticism. Reviews reveal patterns. Search data shows intent. Engagement metrics highlight what resonates. This information doesn’t replace intuition—it sharpens it.

Technology, including AI tools, can now surface insights faster than ever. But the goal isn’t automation for its own sake. The goal is alignment— staying in step with customers while remaining grounded in local culture and community values. The businesses that thrive use technology to become more human, not less. They adapt messaging, offerings, and experiences based on real behavior, not assumptions. They respond, refine, and evolve.

Staying relevant isn’t about chasing every new platform. It’s about staying curious. Listening carefully. Adjusting thoughtfully.

In the end, the businesses that endure are the ones that treat technology as a conversation—not a broadcast.

And they listen as much as they speak.

As a trusted referral partner of The Coast News, Rook collaborates with local advertisers to deliver honest and effective digital marketing support tailored to North County’s unique business landscape.

LEGALS

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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 916-9390772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the le number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA25-1020096-CL. 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 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can 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 619-645-7711, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the le number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA25-1020096-CL 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 an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as de ned in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required a davit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For postsale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use le number CA-25-1020096-CL and call (866) 645-7711 or login to: http://www.qualityloan. com. The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant, Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Bene ciary, the Bene ciary’s Agent, or the Bene ciary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information

only Sale Line: 916-939-0772

Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866) 645-7711 Reinstatement or Payo Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION

TS No.: CA-25-1020096-CL

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2/27/2026 3/6/2026 CN 31884

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RICHARD T. JOHNSON aka RICHARD THEODORE JOHNSON aka R.T. Case# 26PE000454C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Richard T. Johnson; Richard Theodore Johnson; R.T.

A Petition for Probate has been led by Jennifer Munoz, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that Jennifer Munoz be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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 24, 2026; Time: 10:00 AM; in Dept.: 501, Remote Hearing. 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: Gregory J. Belnap, Esq.; Heather N. Phillips, Esq.; Brent S. McDonald, Esq.

THOMPSON & BELNAP

400 S Melrose Dr., Ste 111 Vista, CA 92081

Telephone: 760.705.1334

02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31952

STATE OF INDIANA

VIGO CIRCUIT COURT

DIVISION TWO TERM 2026

CAUSE NO:

84D02 2512 DN 9883 IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF ETHAN A. MANNING and SAMANTHA MANNING

ORDER

Court receives notice that Petitioner/Husband has been unable to serve Respondent/ Wife with the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage by mail as it has been returned. Petitioner needs to have Respondent served by publication and submit the A davit of Publication if he wishes to move forward with the divorce.

SO ORDERED ON 02/06/2026 s/s Lakshmi Reedy, Judge PUBLICATION

YOU ARE HEREBY

NOTIFIED that on the 18th day of February 2026, Ethan A. Manning led in the O ce of the Clerk of Vigo County, State of Indiana, a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage against Samantha Manning.

YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that unless you respond within thirty (30) days after the last publication of this notice of this action, said Petition will be heard and determined by the Court.

Filed: 02/18/2026 s/s LeAna Moore Clerk of the Circuit Court Vigo Superior Court Vigo County, Indiana 33 S Third St Terre Haute, IN 47807

NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual.

02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31949

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU008528N TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Isabella Franceschetti led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Isabella Franceschetti change to proposed name: Isabella Foschini

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 April 03, 2026 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: 02/18/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31943

STORAGE TREASURES AUCTION ONE FACILITY – MULTIPLE UNITS

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 545 Stevens Ave W, Solana Beach, CA 92075 on 3/17/2026 @ 11:00 AM Robyn Deupree Integrated Self Image System, Inc – Susan Ward 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.

2/27/26 CNS-4016640# CN 31942

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, March 10th, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. or later. Said property has been stored and is located at “SuperStorage”, 415 Olive Ave. & 433 Plymouth Dr.,Vista, CA 92083 Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures. com

Juan Alfredo Bernal (10x18) Irving Solorzano (10x20) Marjorie Mcginnis (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 23rd day of February 2026 Auction by Storagetreasures.com: Phone (855)722-8853

SuperStorage 760-726-1800

02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31937

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU009677N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Chantelle Baroni and Josh Baroni led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Chantelle Baroni change to proposed name: Chantelle Paiton b. Present name: Donovan Christian Baroni change to proposed name: Donovan Christian Paiton

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 April 10, 2026 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). 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: 02/23/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31936

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 25CU024291N NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JASON SHEPPARD, individually and doing business as COAST AUTO CARE; and DOES 1 through 10, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÀ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CLINTON CROSSER, an individual NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services

program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte. ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): San Diego Superior Court North County 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista CA 92081

The name, address, and telephone number of plainti ’s attorney, or plainti without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Robert Hill

Law O ces of Robert L. Hill, APC

5055 Avenida Encinas Ste 100 Carlsbad CA 92008

Telephone: 760.448.4425

Date: (Fecha), 05/12/2025

Clerk by (Secretario), M. Cruz Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual.

02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31935

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JAMES MICHAEL SULLIVAN Case # 26PE000433C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of James Michael Sullivan A Petition for Probate has been led by James Donald Sullivan in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that James Donald Sullivan 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: April 01, 2026; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502. 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: John Park, Esq. and Cammy Ha, Esq

4900 Hopyard Road, Ste 100 Pleasanton CA 94588

Telephone: 925.320.7077

02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31930

STORAGE TREASURES AUCTION

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space’s lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated.

Extra Space Storage 372 W Aviation rd. Fallbrook Ca, 92028 March 17, 2026 at 10:00am

Mary McCullough

BM Plumbing

BM Plumbing Mateo Gonzalez

Drew Keys

Diana Spencer

Mary McCullough

Cindy Spencer

Mike Brookes

Mary McCullough

Ann Njongoro

Ti any Hopson

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.

2/27/26 CNS-4013823# CN 31920

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice Fast & EZ

Vista located at 201 Guajome Street 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 3/18/2026 at 10:00 AM. Ariel Antonio Armenta Rubi; Elisa M Garcia; Monserrat Contreras Romero; Sandra Darden. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply.

02/27/2026 CN 31919

Summons (Civil Harassment Restraining Order)

Citación (Orden de restricción por acoso civil) Case Number: Número de caso: 23VERO01828

1. Person asking for protection: La persona que aolicita protección: JONATHAN YU

2. Notice to: Avisa a: LORAIN POZNIAKRICE; AKA Lori Rice; AKA: Lorain Pozniak; AKA: Lorain Rice; Lori Marx

The person in 1. is asking for a Civil Harassment Restraining Order against you.

La persona en 1, está pidiendo una orden de restricción por acoso civil contra usted.

You have court date: Tiene una audiencia en la corte: Date / Fecha: April 02, 2026 Time / Hora: 8:30 AM Dept. / Depto.: L Name and address of the court: Nombre y dirección de la corte: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles –Pasadena - Family Corte Superior de California, Condado de Los Angeles –Pasadena - Family

300 East Walnut St. Pasadena CA 91101

What if I don’t go to my court date? If you do not go to your court date, the judge can grant a restraining order that limits your contact with the person in 1. Having a restraining order against you may impact your life in other ways, including preventing you from having guns and ammunition. If you do not go to your court date, the judge could grant everything that the person in 1. asked the judge to order.

¿Qué pasa si no voy a la audiencia? Si no va a la audiencia, el juez puede dictar una orden de restricción que limita su contacto con la persona en 1. Una orden de restricción en su contra puede tener otras consecuencias,

como prohibirle tener armas de fuego y municiones. Si no va a la audiencia, el juez puede ordenar todo lo que pide la persona en 1. How do I nd out what the person in 1. is asking for?

To nd out what the person in 1. is asking the judge to order, go to the courthouse listed at the top of page 1. Ask the court clerk to let you see your case le. You will need to give the court clerk your case number, which is listed above and on page 1. The request for restraining order will be on form CH-100, Request for Civil Harassment Restraining Order

¿Cómo puedo entender lo que pide la persona en 1?

Para entender lo que pide la persona on 1, vaya al tribunal en la dirección indicada en la parte superior de la página 1. Pida al secretario de la corte permiso para ver el expediente de su caso. Tendrá que darle al secretario el número de su caso, que aparece arriba y en la página l. La solicitud de una orden de restricción se hace en el formulario CH-100, Solicitud de órdenes de restricción por acoso civil.

Where can I get help?

Free legal information is available at your local court’s self-help center. Go to www. courtsca.gov/selfhelp to nd your local center.

¿Dónde puedo obtener ayuda?

Puede obtener información legal gratis en el centro de ayuda de su corte. Vea www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelpselfhelpcenters.htm?rdeLocale Attr=es para encontrar el centro de ayuda en su condado. Do I need a lawyer?

You are not required to have a lawyer, but you may want legal advice before your court hearing. For help nding a lawyer, you can visit www. lawhelpca.org or contact your local bar association.

¿ Necesito un abogado?

No es obligatorio tener un abogado, pero es posible que quiera consejos legales antes de la audiencia en la corte.Para ayuda a encontrar un abogado, visite www.lawhelpca.org/es/ homepage o contacte al Colegio de Abogados local.

SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

Date (Fecha): 02/17/2026

David W. Slayton Executive O cer/Clerk of Court Clerk, by (Secretario, por): Deputy (Asistente): S. Radcli e, NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served.

02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31904

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU901301N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Cynthia Gonzalez led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:

a. Present name: Cynthia Gonzalez change to proposed name: Cynthia G Esparza 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 27, 2026 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). 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: 02/13/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31890

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) CASE # (NUMERO DE CASO) 25PSFL01290 NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: AVISO AL DEMANDADO: Brendan Jules Morris

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: Jacqueline Garcia Morris

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 dirección de la corte son): Superior Court East District 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona CA 91766

The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Jacqueline Garcia Morris 1515 Valcaros Ave. Rowland Heights, CA 91748 Date (Fecha): 08/21/2025 David W. Slayton, Clerk, by (Secretario, por), M.L. Firmalino, Deputy (Asistente) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant.

02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31889

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF EILEEN PHYLLIS HEROLD Case # 26PE000231C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Eileen Phyllis Herold

A Petition for Probate has been led by David Wadsworth Herold in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that David Wadsworth Herold 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 12, 2026; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 503. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central

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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.

Attorney for Petitioner: Michael R. Ragonese, Esq. 400 S. Melrose Dr., Ste 111 Vista, CA 92081

Telephone: 760.705.1334 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31872

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU006603N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Laura Susan Hastings led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:

a. Present name: Laura Susan Hastings change to proposed name: Laura Susan HastingsWilson

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 20, 2026 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). 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: 02/06/2026

Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31871

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF HELEN M. McLEAN Case # 26PE000248C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Helen M. McLean

A Petition for Probate has been led by Simeon A. McLean in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that Simeon A. McLeon 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, 2026; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502. 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.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Vincent J. Russo, Esq. 3033 Fifth Ave. Ste 400 San Diego CA 92103

Telephone: 619.546.7880

02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31865

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JULIE M. BROOKS

Case# 26PE000013C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Julie M. Brooks

A Petition for Probate has been led by Virginia Brooks, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that Virginia Brooks be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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 05, 2026; Time: 1:45 PM; in Dept.: 503, Remote Hearing. 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: Joshua M. Searcy, SBN 273932 835 Fifth Ave., Ste 201 San Diego CA 92101 Telephone: 619.316.4871 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31841

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KENNETH DARREL SIMS Case# 26PE000147C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Kenneth Darrel Sims A Petition for Probate has been led by Lisa R. Pacheco in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego – Central Courthouse. The Petition for Probate requests that Lisa R. Pacheco 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.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: March 05, 2026; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 503; 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Rich Gaines, Esq. LEGACY LEGAL, INC. 5900 La Place Ct. Ste 105 Carlsbad, CA 92008 Telephone: 760.931.9923 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31838

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 37-2024-00030105CU-BC-CTL NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): THE PELTIER COMPANY, a California Corporation; DANIEL JOSEPH PELTIER, an individual; and DOES 1-9 inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): A PLUS ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION, INC., a California Corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.

Luke E. Thompson, Esq. 9757 Marilla Dr., #248 Lakeside, CA 92040 Telephone: 619.987.3231 Date: (Fecha) 06-27-2024 Clerk by (Secretario), M. Acevedo, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant. 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31830

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 25CL021889N NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Daniel Niednagel, Individually and as Trustee of the El Camino Real #320S Trust dated April 30, 2013, Strata Property Solutions Inc., and Doe Insurance Carrier YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÀ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Kim Tesori

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken

If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): Superior Court of California County of San Diego 330 W. Broadway San Diego CA 92101 The name, address, and telephone number of plainti ’s attorney, or plainti without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte. ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): San Diego County Superior Court 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista CA 92081

The name, address, and telephone number of plainti ’s attorney, or plainti without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Richard Morin

Law O ce of Rick Morin, PC 21163 Newport Coast Dr. #206 Newport Coast, CA 92657

Telephone: 949-996-3094

Date: (Fecha), 04/28/2025

Clerk by (Secretario), M. Cruz Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an

individual. 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31816

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9003484 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. Tailored Stylist. Located at: 4111 Isle Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 07/01/2024 and assigned File # 2024-9013601. Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. Freshwater Group LLC, 4111 Isle Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. The Business is Conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. S/Kevin Ann Jordan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31955

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004310 Filed: Feb 24, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Sola Jay. Located at: 1651 S. Juniper St. #45, Escondido CA 92025 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jennifer Labban, 1651 S. Juniper St. #45, Escondido CA 92025. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jennifer Labban, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31954

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002397 Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Encinitas Coast Highway Flowers. Located at: 1163 S. Coast Hwy, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Maria Bazan, 1163 S. Coast Hwy, 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/Maria Bazan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31953

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001866 Filed: Jan 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. La Costa Wine Co. Located at: 7750 El Camino Real #L, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. La Costa Wine Company, Inc., 6671 Titanite Pl., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/16/2025 S/Triana Hinchey, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31950

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003254

Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kristen Guy Copywriting. Located at: 1551 Madrid Dr., Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Kristen Michele Guy, 1551 Madrid Dr., Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Kristen Michele Guy, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31947

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004179

Filed: Feb 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Timber Sweet; B. Timber Sweet Communications; C. Timber Sweet Enterprises. Located at: 5431 Avenida Encinas #I, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1732 Burgundy Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Timber Sweet Consulting LLC, 5431 Avenida Encinas #I, 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: 02/17/2026 S/Jon E. Stearn, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31946

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004163

Filed: Feb 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Zavala Builds. Located at: 262 Plumosa Ave., Vista CA 92083 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 262 Plumosa, Vista CA 92083. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Andrew Zavala, 262 Plumosa Ave., Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/13/2026 S/Andrew Zavala, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31945

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9003526

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. The Grateful Dog Grooming. Located at: 345 S. Coast Hwy 101 #F, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Emersons Ru LLC, 345 S. Coast Hwy 101 #F, 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: 02/01/2026 S/Carly Pok, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31944

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003013

Filed: Feb 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. 188 Marine. Located at: 14194 Minorca Cove, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paci c Wave Marine LLC, 14194 Minorca Cove, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/12/2026 S/Greg Viehmann, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31941

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003542

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Coastal Gem Works. Located at: 4059 Carmel View Rd. #34, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Dylan Sean Stoecker, 4059 Carmel View Rd. #34, San Diego CA 92130. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Dylan Sean Stoecker, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31940

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003764

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003143

Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Anabadaus. Located at: 15077 Palomino Mesa Rd., San Diego CA 92127 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Codegen Studio LLC, 15077 Palomino Mesa Rd., San Diego CA 92127. 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/Soon Hee Ahn, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31934

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003907

Filed: Feb 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. IV League Nurse

Prep. Located at: 1968 S. Coast Hwy #2113, Laguna Beach CA 92651 Orange. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. IV League RN Prep LLC, 1968 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach CA 92651. 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/Kylie Mattia, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31933

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003858

Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Aroma Rest Spa. Located at: 6920 Miramar Rd. #103, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 8502 Summerdale Rd. #01, San Diego CA 92126. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Wei Cui, 8502 Summerdale Rd. #01, San Diego CA 92126. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Wei Cui, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31932

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9003912 Filed: Feb 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. WeHangChristmasLights.com. Located at: 2834 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alexis Pliego Castro, 2834 Luciernaga St., 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/Alexis Pliego Castro, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31931

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003446 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Surfside Skincare. Located at: 2890 Pio Pico Dr. #104A, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 5010 Golondrina Way #63, Oceanside CA 92057. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jennifer Lori Box-Kicinski, 5010 Golondrina Way #63, Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2020 S/Jennifer Lori Box-Kicinski, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31929

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002331

Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Snake Wranglers. Located at: 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Bruce Ireland, 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009; 2. Holly Ireland, 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 09/18/2019 S/Bruce Ireland, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31928

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003767

Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. CV Energy Studios. Located at: 14798 Caminito Porte Alegre, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Chandni Valiathan, 14798 Caminito Porto Alegre, 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/Chandni Valiathan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31927

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9003740 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. USA Tungsten. Located at: 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd. #150, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 04/08/2025 and assigned File # 2025-9007000. Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. O Innovations LLC, 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd. #150, San Diego CA 92121. The Business is Conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. S/Oscar Fernando Cruz Sierra, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31926

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003478

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Behind the Couch; B. Behind thee Couch. Located at: 1515 S. Melrose Dr. #93, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Helga V. Flores, 1515 S. Melrose Dr. #93, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/17/2026 S/Helga V. Flores, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31925

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003679

Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. MDF International. Located at: 5731 Palmer Way #E, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. MDF Technologies Inc., 5731 Palmer Way #E, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 11/01/2012 S/Jacques Dallery, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31918

Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Copper Penny Co ee. Located at: 4670 Woodstock St., Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ivey Lichelle Hart, 4670 Woodstock St., Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Ivey Lichelle Hart, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31917

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003594 Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Skate Juice. Located at: 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brent Monroe Hyden, 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/02/2021 S/Brent Monroe Hyden, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31916

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003583

Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. VF25 Studio; B. Midnight Veil Studio. Located at: 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego.

Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brent Monroe Hyden, 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, 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/Brent Monroe Hyden, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31915

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003228

Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Edda Books. Located at: 1139 California St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gilman Enterprises, LLC, 1139 California St., 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: Not Yet Started S/Lars Gilman, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31914

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003520 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Gold Money Exchange. Located at: 4228 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego CA 92105 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Artaj Corporation, 607 S. Hill St. #505, Los Angeles CA 90014. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/ Mohammad Alkhawaja, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31913

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003433 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Blue Coast Masonry. Located at: 1147 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Samuel Orton Knutson, 1147 Eucalyptus Ave, Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Samuel Orton Knutson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31911

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002631 Filed: Feb 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Slowpoke & Co. Located at: 201 E. Grand Ave. #2A, Escondido CA 92025 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. ENJ Enterprises, Inc., 210 E. Grand Ave. #2A, Escondido CA 92025. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/04/2025 S/Noor Mostafa, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31910

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002025 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with

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County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Tickle

Atelier Skincare LLC. Located at: 604 Hillhaven Dr., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego.

Business Mailing Address:

Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Tickler Atelier Skincare LLC, 604 Hillhaven Dr., San Marcos CA 92078. 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/Anthony Tickle, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31909

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9003360

Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Kendall Grace Collective. Located at: 6049 Paseo Salinero, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Laura Ann Jillson, 6049 Paseo Salinero, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Laura Ann Jillson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31908

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9003493

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Garcia Auto Wholesale. Located at: 5200 Beachside Ln. #116, San Diego CA 92154 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Mauricio Garcia, 5200 Beachside Ln. #116, San Diego CA 92154. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/17/2025 S/Mauricio Garcia, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31905

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003230 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. RegeneX Med Management LLC. Located at: 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. RegeneX Med Management LLC, 741 Garden View Ct. #101, 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: 02/01/2026 S/Gordon Merkle, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31899

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003229 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Chang Encinitas Medical PC. Located at: 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Chang Encinitas Medical PC, 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2026 S/Jamie Chang, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31898

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002673 Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Forbidden Fiction Bookshop. Located at: 528 S. Coast Hwy #204, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paper and Skin LLC, 528 S. Coast Hwy #204, 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: Not Yet Started S/Jonathan Jackson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31897

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003310 Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. ATS Productions. Located at: 1817 Calle Las Palmas, Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Salena Metreger, 1817 Calle Las Palmas, Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Salena Metreger, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31896

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003343 Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Five Star World Travel. Located at: 4318 Mirage Ln., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1700 Aviara Pkwy #131091, Carlsbad CA 92013. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Laila Marie

Matarwe, 1700 Aviara Pkwy #131091, Carlsbad CA 92013. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/01/1984 S/Laila Marie Matarwe, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31895

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002118 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. High Thai. Located at: 807 Santa Paula St., Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Froggy Bazaar LLC, 807 Santa Paula St., Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/28/2026 S/Joshua England, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31894

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003259

Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Legacy Equity Advisors. Located at: 1790 Blackbird Cir., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Theodore Aaron Lange Sr., 1790 Blackbird Cir., Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Theodore Aaron Lange Sr., 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31892

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002531

Filed: Feb 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Hodge Holistic Health. Located at: 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jesse Camuel Hodge, 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jesse Camuel Hodge, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31887

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002530

Filed: Feb 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. SoCal Information Services. Located at: 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Joseph

John Peterson, 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Joseph John Peterson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31886

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003117 Filed: Feb 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Timothy K. McDaniel LLC. Located at: 418 3rd St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Major Groove Advisors, LLC, 418 3rd St., 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: 01/21/2026 S/Timothy Keith McDaniel, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31882

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003222 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Grant IVP, JV. Located at: 1545 Faraday Ave. #101, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. J.E. Grant General Contractors, Inc.,1545 Faraday Ave. #101, Carlsbad CA 92008; 2. Inland Valley Pipeline, LLC, 33020 Howard Way, Menifee CA 92584. This business is conducted by: Joint Venture. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/10/2026 S/James E. Grant, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31881

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9000721

Filed: Jan 12, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Professional Junk Removal. Located at: 546 Sweet Fennel Rd., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Nicholas Henry LaFond, 546 Sweet Fennel Rd., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Nicholas Henry LaFond, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31880

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002781 Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Evergreen Hair Studio. Located at: 40 Main St. 100 Ste 12, Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 748 Smith Dr., Vista CA 92084. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Hair By Afton Inc., 748 Smith Dr., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Afton Hassler, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31879

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001717 Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ruelas Co. Located at: 2061 Gayle Way, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1.

Alejandro Ruelas, 2061 Gayle Way, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/05/2026 S/Alejandro Ruelas, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31878

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002656 Filed: Feb 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Arcane Leadership Concepts. Located at: 7320 Melodia Terr., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Highlands Rockford LLC, 7320 Melodia Terr., Carlsbad CA 92011. 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/Joanne Coval, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31867

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002749 Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Tofu Stop. Located at: 14195 Minorca CV, Del Mar CA 92014-2930 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 153 S. Sierra St. #1223, Solana Beach CA 92075. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Katherine Hsu Ponder, 153 S. Sierra Ave. #1223, Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/25/2026 S/Katherine Hsu Ponder, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31866

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001768 Filed: Jan 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Back Pain Guy; B. Molten Wellness; C. Ear Training Mastery. Located at: 1980 Northstar Way #165, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: PO Box 235856, Encinitas CA 92023. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Matthew Luke Holten, PO Box 235856, Encinitas CA 92023. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/26/2026 S/Matthew Holten, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31863

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001017

Filed: Jan 15, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. The Rock Academy. Located at: 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego CA 92106 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. San Diego Rock Church, 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego CA 92106. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2000 S/Eric Miller, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31862

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9000897

Filed: Jan 14, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Gav Lab. Located at: 924 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #A, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Gavin Taylor

Broughton, 924 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #A, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Gavin Taylor Broughton, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31861

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002834

Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Lincoln’s Concrete. Located at: 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/20/2006 S/Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31859

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002825

Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Palisade Home Watch. Located at: 1331 Columbia St. #2012, San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Daniel Seium, 1331 Columbia St. #2012, San Diego CA 92101. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Daniel Seium, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31858

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001659

Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Plastic Free Living. Located at: 1427 Avenida la Posta, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Sacred Sound of the Soul Inc., 1427 Avenida la Posta, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Ryan Stanley, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31857

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002835 Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Aviara Property Management Inc. Located at: 111 C St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 7040 Avenida Encinas #104638, Carlsbad CA 92011. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Aviara Property Management Inc., 7040 Avenida Encinas #104638, Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/02/2025 S/Derek Peterson, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31855

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002744

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002846 Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. KeelStone Visuals. Located at: 524 S. Nevada St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Keeley Ann Niday, 524 S. Nevada St., 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/Keeley Niday, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31853

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002033 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. BXB Tax Advisors. Located at: 16855 W. Bernardo Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Peter E. Benito, 16855 W. Bernardo Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127; 2. Mark E. Benito, 16855 W. Bernardo Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Peter E. Benito, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31852

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002038 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Be it to Achieve it; B. BeItToAchieveIt.org; C. Be It To Achieve It; D. Be It ….. To Achieve It …; E. Be-It-ToAchieve-It; F. BeItToAchieveIt Org; G. Be-It-To-AchieveIt Org; H. To Achieve It Be It; I. To-Achieve-It-Be-It; J. To-Achieve-It-Be-It Org; K. ToAchieveItBeIt Org. Located at: 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. New Hope Charitable Foundation, 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/05/2017 S/Ernest J. Jubela, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31851 Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002037 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Drawing Out Genius; B. DrawingOutGenius. org; C. Drawing Out Genius Mentoring; D. Drawing Out Genius Program; E. Drawing Out Genius Schools; F. Drawing Out Genius The Series; G. Drawing Out Genius Org. Located at: 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. New Hope Charitable Foundation, 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/30/2013 S/Ernest J. Jubela, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31850

Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Silkstrat Marketing. Located at: 3308 Calle San Blas, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Silkstrat Leadership LLC, 3308 Calle San Blas, 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: 01/08/2026 S/Karin Silk, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31854

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002036

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County

Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Energize Students; B. EnergizeStudents.org.

Located at: 1125 Linda Vista

Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078

San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant

Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. New Hope Charitable Foundation, 1125 Linda Vista

Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/07/2011 S/Ernest J. Jubela, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31849

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002688

Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Inglorious Bagels. Located at: 6955 El Camino Real #105, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. GruberGunther Inc., 6955 El Camino Real, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Philip B. Gunther II, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31848

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001161

Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Bach to Rock. Located at: 282 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. ANR Ventures Inc., 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/31/2016 S/Richard W. Walker, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31847

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9001169

Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. North County Music School; B. North County Music Academy. Located at: 282 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. ANR Ventures Inc., 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Richard W. Walker, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31846

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002066

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. THREE KINGS 148020. Located at: 646 Valley #B, Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Pollie Gautsch, 646 Valley #B, Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2021 S/Pollie Gautsch, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31845

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001698 Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. San Diego Flower Collective; B. Remy Farms. Located at: 825 Evergreen Ln., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Remy Florals Inc., 825 Evergreen Ln., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Caryn Remy, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31844

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001483 Filed: Jan 22, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Pier Property Management. Located at: 2558 Roosevelt St. #200, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ponto Properties Inc., 2558 Roosevelt St. #200, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/05/2026 S/Michael Alvin Farrell, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31843

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002712 Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Lenska Aerial Images. Located at: 2247 Levante St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Lenska Bracknell, 2247 Levante St., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/1990 S/Lenska Bracknell, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31842

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001187 Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Resilience Psychological Services. Located at: 2535 Camino del Rio S. #145, San Diego CA 92108 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Victoria Ann Buttery, 2535 Camino del Rio S. #145, San Diego CA 92108. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2021 S/Victoria Ann Buttery, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31840

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2025-9024413 Filed: Dec 31, 2025 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. 3S Horses. Located at: 3344 Bajo Ct., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1150 Garden View Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. P33 Investment Group, 1150 Garden View Rd, #230824, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/01/2025 S/Carina Sammartino, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31836

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002027 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County

Clerk. Fictitious Business

of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. ARCOA. Located at: 4008 Aguila St. #G, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Collin

James O’Rourke, 4008 Aguila St. #G, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Collin James O’Rourke, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31835

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002332

Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Kieler Law. Located at: 187 Calle Magdalena #112, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant

Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Danielle Alexandra Kieler, 187 Calle Magdalena #112, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2026 S/Danielle Alexandra Kieler, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31828

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002391

Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Slow Tide Designs. Located at: 820 Encinitas Blvd. #105, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Claire Margaret Vermillion, 820 Encinitas Blvd. #105, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by:

An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/02/2026 S/Claire Margaret Vermillion, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31827

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002263

Filed: Jan 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Healing with Heart. Located at: 3746 Longview Dr., Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alison Ann Broadfoot, 3746 Longview Dr., Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Alison Ann Broadfoot, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31826

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002230

Filed: Jan 29, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County

Name(s): A. Mane Girl Molly. Located at: 2821 Unicornio St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Molly Margaret OConnor, 2821 Unicornio St., 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/Molly Margaret OConnor, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31825

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002411

Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kidz Place Dentistry. Located at: 4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. #210, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Joshua Allen DDS Inc., 4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. #210, San Diego CA 92130. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Joshua Allen, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31814

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002406

Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Barry Estates Luxury Coast Group; B. Barry Estates. Located at: 1401 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Luxury Coast Group Barry Estates, Inc., 1401 Camino Del Mar #101, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2025 S/Sean Barry, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31813

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002210

Filed: Jan 29, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ho man Plumbing. Located at: 644 Grant St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Justin James Ho man, 644 Grant St., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/06/2025 S/Justin J. Ho man, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31812

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002212 Filed: Jan 29, 2026 with County

of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Rodlinger. Located at: 644 Grant St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jessica Jean White, 644 Grant St., 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/Jessica Jean White, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31811

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002350 Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mike’s Garage Transformations. Located at: 7040 Avenida Encinas #104-287, Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Michael Artman, 7040 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Michael Artman, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31810

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002209 Filed: Jan 29, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Revive Lagree. Located at: 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #200-210, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Aria Aurora Inc., 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #200-210, 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/Cynthia Samantha Lewis, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31809

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002335 Filed: Feb 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Links Trash Takers. Located at: 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024; 2. Brenda Cortez Peirsol, 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/02/2026 S/Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31808

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002065 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County

Statement #2026-9001200

of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Copperhead Therapy Group. Located at: 2391 Carriage Cir., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Copperhead Psychology Corporation, 2391 Carriage Cir., Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Maxwell Karl Maris, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31804

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002228

Filed: Jan 29, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Horizon Exterior Services; B. We Hang Christmas Lights North County. Located at: 2834 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alexis Pliego Castro, 2834 Luciernaga St., 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/Alexis Pliego Castro, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31803

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001555 Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Gypsealust; B. Gifted Goods. Located at: 1062 Bellingham Dr., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Allyssa Mendoza Ramos, 1062 Bellingham Dr., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/01/2015 S/Allyssa Mendoza Ramos, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31802

Fictitious Business Name

Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Cherry Bombs. Located at: 188 Santa Clara Dr., Vista CA 92083 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Anndrea Kathlene Boren, 188 Santa Clara Dr., Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Anndrea Kathlene Boren, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27/2026 CN 31796

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002110 Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Exempli International Marketing. Located at: 757 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #6, San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. EG Creative Design Build, Inc., 757 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #6,

Currency reset?

silver outlook

In Austrian economics, the best money comes from the free market—scarce items like gold or silver (or Bitcoin) that people value because they're limited and useful.

Governments, however, create fiat money (like dollars not backed by anything but debt) and print more to cover spending and keep people borrowing and living in debt.

Over time, this can lead to higher prices and big debts, but it doesn't have to end in disaster right away.

Right now, the U.S. dollar is the world's main currency for trade and savings. Many countries hold dollars because it's convenient.

The system has worked for decades, but it faces challenges: the U.S. spends more than it brings in, and more dollars keep entering the world.

Some people and nations are quietly moving toward real assets like gold to protect their wealth.

A "currency reset" simply means big changes in how money works—maybe a weaker dollar, higher

prices for some things, or new ways of paying internationally.

It doesn't have to be sudden or frightening.

Think of it as the system naturally adjusting after years of stretching the rules.

Austrian economists like Ludwig von Mises explained that printing too much money eventually causes problems, but they also believed markets can find better solutions when given freedom.

Central banks around the world are buying more gold today, and countries are exploring other options for trade.

This shift is already happening slowly. What might the change look like?

The dollar could lose some of its special power, imports might cost more, and everyday prices could rise gradually.

Governments might try new tools, like digital currencies or updated rules, to smooth things out.

In the end, a reset could lead to healthier money—something closer to honest, limited supply rather than endless printing.

The good news? People have time to prepare.

Holding some physical gold or silver, reducing debt, and building useful skills are simple steps any-

Escondido sewer work continues

By Cameron Adams ESCONDIDO —

After proclaiming a local emergency last summer to address failing sections of an aging trunk sewer line, the city of Escondido is continuing repairs that are expected to wrap up by April.

A June 2024 inspection by utilities staff identified multiple failed and severely deteriorated sections of the city’s trunk sewer main, which was constructed in the 1950s, according to the city.

City Manager Sean McGlynn, serving as director of emergency services, proclaimed a local emergency on June 20, 2024, to address needed repairs to two sections of the wastewater system.

Last summer, the City Council previously ratified the proclamation and authorized staff to forgo competitive bidding procedures to expedite repairs and avoid a potential catastrophic failure.

Since August 2024, the Escondido City Council has adopted a resolution at least once per month affirming the need to continue emergency repair efforts on the failing trunk sewer line.

The aging trunk sewer mains are a critical component of the city’s wastewater

infrastructure. According to city documents, the original scope of work focused on two severely deteriorated sections in critical condition that run largely parallel to Escondido Creek.

Section 1, the smaller of the two, runs roughly parallel to Escondido Creek from the Firestone Complete Auto Care parking lot to the Walmart parking lot across North Ash Street.

Emergency repairs on that section have been completed under a public improvement agreement with J.R. Filanc Construction Company, headquartered in Escondido, for approximately $1.8 million.

Section 2 extends from the Beech Street area to Grape Day Park, traversing portions of North Hickory Street and East Pennsylvania Avenue before continuing through Grape Day Park. CCL Contracting, also based in Escondido, began work in July 2024 on Section 2, which stretches more than a mile, under a public improvement agreement for an amount not to exceed $10.24 million, according to city documents.

The following month, the City Council approved a $12 million budget adjustment to fund the emergency repairs using unallocated

wastewater reserves and a capital improvement project.

In August 2025, the council authorized a change order to the public improvement agreement with CCL Contracting, not to exceed $1.4 million.

Work completed to date includes abandoning and filling 2,000 feet of 21-inch sewer pipe and 14 manholes at the Westmont Assisted Living Community, as well as installing a 24-inch pipe, nine manholes and 13 laterals along Valley Parkway, according to city documents.

The project is expected to be completed by April 17, 2026.

Firefighters knock down restaurant fire

Firefighters battled a restaurant fire early Feb. 25 in Oceanside, authorities said.

Crews were dispatched shortly after 4 a.m. to 602 N. Coast Highway at Alfredo’s Mexican Food, according to the Oceanside Police Department.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

— City News Service

Man convicted of murder in Carlsbad crash

A man charged with driving drunk and killing another motorist in a crash on Interstate 5 in Carlsbad is awaiting the next phase of his trial this week after being convicted of murder and other charges.

Andrew David Shaw, 46, was found guilty by a Vista jury last week of causing the Oct. 22, 2023, crash that killed Aurora Rodriguez Urrea.

The California Highway Patrol said Shaw was driving a pickup truck that rear-ended the victim’s vehicle just before 10 p.m. on the southbound side of the freeway near Cannon Road. Urrea and her passenger were hospitalized, and Urrea later died at a trauma center. Shaw sustained minor injuries in the crash

— City News Service

Officials said firefighters contained and knocked down the blaze in under an hour, though extinguishing it was complicated by a broken gas line and downed power lines.

MUSEUM

museum as a vital community hub. We have designed new indoor-outdoor spaces that create fluid connections between all three buildings and activate this coastal area. Art al fresco, from Gill to Gill,” said Taal Safdie and Ricardo Rabines, founding partners of Safdie Rabines Architects, said in a statement. Construction on the expansion is expected to begin in early 2027 and finish in 2028, according to the museum.

On March 1 from noon to 4 p.m., residents are invited to an open house at OMA to learn more about the expansion. Admission to the museum will be free that day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information about the expansion and the campaign can be found online at oma-online.org/ expansion.

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1. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “carpe noctem” mean in English?

1. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “carpe noctem” mean in English?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was a lifeguard in his earlier life and saved 77 people from drowning over a seven-year period?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was a lifeguard in his earlier life and saved 77 people from drowning over a seven-year period?

3. MOVIES: Who is the primary nemesis of Professor X in “X-Men”?

4. GEOGRAPHY: English is the official language in which Central American country?

1. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “carpe noctem” mean in English?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was a lifeguard in his earlier life and saved 77 people from drowning over a seven-year period?

3. MOVIES: Who is the primary nemesis of Professor X in “X-Men”?

4. GEOGRAPHY: English is the official language in which Central American country?

5. LITERATURE: Which English novel features characters such as Pip, Miss Havisham and Estella?

6. MUSIC: How many strings does a standard guitar have?

7. TELEVISION: Which TV sitcom stars a character named Eleanor Shellstrop?

8. HISTORY: Which European ruler is known as the Sun King?

9. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to Mount St. Helens?

10. ANATOMY: Which human organ produces insulin?

Answers

1. Seize the night.

2. Ronald Reagan.

3. Magneto.

3. MOVIES: Who is the primary nemesis of Professor X in “X-Men”?

5. LITERATURE: Which English novel features characters such as Pip, Miss Havisham and Estella?

6. MUSIC: How many strings does a standard guitar have?

4. GEOGRAPHY: English is the official language in which Central American country?

7. TELEVISION: Which TV sitcom stars a character named Eleanor Shellstrop?

5. LITERATURE: Which English novel features characters such as Pip, Miss Havisham and Estella?

8. HISTORY: Which European ruler is known as the Sun King?

9. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to Mount St. Helens?

4. Belize.

5. “Great Expectations.”

6. Six.

7. “The Good Place.”

8. Louis XIV of France.

9. Washington.

10. The pancreas. © 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

10. ANATOMY: Which human organ produces insulin? Answers

6. MUSIC: How many strings does a standard guitar have?

7. TELEVISION: Which TV sitcom stars a character named Eleanor Shellstrop?

8. HISTORY: Which European ruler is known as the Sun King?

9. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to Mount St. Helens?

1. Seize the night. 2. Ronald Reagan. 3. Magneto. 4. Belize. 5. “Great Expectations.” 6. Six. 7. “The Good Place.” 8. Louis XIV of France. 9. Washington.

10. ANATOMY: Which human organ produces insulin?

The pancreas. © 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

Answers

1. Seize the night.

2. Ronald Reagan.

3. Magneto.

4. Belize.

5. “Great Expectations.”

6. Six.

7. “The Good Place.”

8. Louis XIV of France.

9. Washington.

10. The pancreas.

© 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

EVENTS CALENDAR

FEB. 27

OSIDE INT’L FILM FESTIVAL

The 15th Oceanside International Film Festival is proud to present Indie cinema, art and community right in the heart of one of California’s 14 designated cultural districts. We invite filmmakers and movie lovers alike to experience what North County San Diego in 2026 has to offer in local and international filmmaking. $15-$85, through Feb. 28 at Star Theatre, 402 N Coast Highway, Oceanside.

SUMO & SUSHI

Sumo and Sushi will treat people to the excitement of the 1,500-year-old sport while they enjoy bento boxes handcrafted by local sushi chefs. The touring show brings Japan’s beloved sport to San Diego with cultural commentary from Konishiki, the first non-Japanese-born wrestler to reach sumo’s second-highest rank, followed by more than a dozen live exhibition matches. $103-$425, Feb. 27 to March 1 at Wyland Center, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar.

BLIZZARD

Blizzard, presented by Québec City’s renowned Cirque FLIP Fabrique, is a contemporary circus production that delves into the multifaceted nature of winter. The show combines high-level acrobatics, live music, and striking visual design to portray a world blanketed in snow, where time seems to pause, offering a canvas for reflection and renewal. $32-$74, 7:30

p.m. on Feb. 27 at Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road, Poway.

THE ELOVATERS

Reggae-rock band The Elovaters celebrate the release of their new album, “Endless Summer.” The Billboard-charting group has earned multiple New England and Boston Music Awards honors. Album out now. $35-$40, 7 p.m. on Feb. 27 at The Sound, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar.

DAOU WINE TASTING

Settle in by the fireplace in A.R. Valentien’s lounge and discover a limited-time Daou wine tasting experience. $65, 11 a.m. on Feb. 27 at The Lodge at Torrey Pines, 11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla.

FUNDERFUL EXPERIENCES

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce hosts a ribbon cutting for Funderful Experiences, a Carlsbad-based business supporting women in midlife through coaching and community gatherings. Light refreshments served. Free, 1:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, 5934 Priestly Drive, Carlsbad.

THE ART OF BANKSY

The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” is a stunning street art exhibition of museum quality featuring more than 200 pieces on display, including original certified artworks, such as prints, sculptures. $22-$31, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. through

Feb. 28 at The Center, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.

GEM FAIRE

Gem Faire, established in 1989, has become a world-renowned marketplace for fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, fossils and much more. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service is available while you shop. $7 (weekend pass), 12-6 p.m. Feb. 27 to March 1 at the Exhibit Hall, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar.

MAO FUJITA

Mao Fujita is a critically acclaimed Japanese classical pianist and Sony Classical recording artist known for his “airy filigree” and “vividly-detailed” interpretations of Mozart and romantic repertoire. $108-$130, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla.

WOMEN’S HEALTH UPDATE

The Scripps Women’s Health Update 2026: “Arrhythmias and Cardiomyopathy in Women and Myths, Truths and Breakthroughs in Menopause” symposium focuses on evidence-based strategies for managing cardiovascular risks, heart failure, and arrhythmias in women, particularly around menopause. $150-$450, 7 a.m. Feb. 27-28 at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa, 5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad.

FEB.

28

ECHOES OF HARLEM

Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging presentation by Carole Boyce, Poet Laureate of the North County African American Women’s Association. Through poetry and storytelling, Carole Boyce will guide audiences through the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance, highlighting its influential artists, powerful voices and lasting cultural impact. Free, 2 p.m. on Feb. 28 at Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad.

GERRY O’CONNOR

Irish fiddler Gerry O’Connor performs. $20-

SEWING CLASS

Build confidence with your sewing machine in our beginner-friendly classes. This class covers the basics of using a sewing machine — threading, stitching, and fabric prep. You’ll learn essential techniques and put them into practice by making a reversible placemat to take home. $60, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at CoLabCrafts, 143 W. Grand Avenue, Escondido.

MARCH 1

JAZZ EVENSONG

$25, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 2020 Chestnut Avenue, Carlsbad.

THE POLISH AMBASSADOR

The Polish Ambassador (real name David Sugalski) is an electronic dance music artist from San Francisco. A mystery man of many hats, The Polish Ambassador rocks more than just a trademark jumpsuit, authoring sublime, intentional artistic works, animated safaris in technicolor sound. Also featuring Evan Hatfield. $30$35, 9 p.m. Feb. 28 at Belly Up, 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

ROTARY MAGIC SHOW

The Encinitas Rotary Club, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Carlsbad and other North County Rotary clubs, present Rotary Creates Magic, a family-friendly magic show fundraiser. This year’s lineup includes five Hollywood Magic Castle magicians, led by Christopher Hart. He is joined by Dan Birch, Chris Blackmore, John Shyrock and Mari Lynn, along with longtime Rotarian and event planner Professor Paul “Dwork.” $60, 2 and 7 p.m. Feb. 28 at Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center, 3557 Lancer Way, Carlsbad.

INIFITE & DIVINE

Sacra/Profana presents “The Infinite and the Divine” in Encinitas. This choral concert explores themes of the cosmos, celestial myths, and humanity’s connection to the divine. The program is in partnership with DarkSky San Diego County. $15$40, 7 p.m. on Feb. 28 at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas.

SURREALIST COLLAGE

A hands-on collage workshop exploring surrealist techniques and creative expression. Similar to “Soul Collage” originated by Seen Frost, this process deepens our trust in our own intuitive knowing by weaving together visual imagery and personal responses. No artistic skill necessary. $125 (plus $10 for materials), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Feb. 28 at at California Center for Creative Renewal, 1905 Crest Drive, Encinitas.

presents a new play about Julia Child’s early life. Directed by Lisa Peterson, this production highlights her journey from a directionless young woman in the 1930s to discovering her passion for cooking in Paris. $124, Feb. 10 to March 22 at Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, 9850 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT

Jazz Evensong offers a unique blend of jazz rooted in the context of Anglican meditation and prayer. Free and open to the public. 4 p.m. on March 1 at St. Michael’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

BIRCH AFTER HOURS

An after-hours experience at Birch Aquarium featuring exhibits and ocean views. $29.95-$39.95, 5-7 p.m. March 1 at Birch Aquarium, 2300 Expedition Way, San Diego.

COMMUNITY MURAL

Carlsbad elementary school students are invited to take part in a special mural painting experience with local artist and Valley Middle School art teacher, Mr. Bryan Snyder. This event offers young artists a chance to contribute to a community art piece while exploring their creativity. The mural will be prepped with a fun and colorful design, and all supplies will be provided. No experience is needed. Free, 10 a.m. March 1 at Alley Art Wall, 550 Grand Ave., Carlsbad.

CARS AND COFFEE

A weekly gathering open to cars, trucks and motorcycles. Free, 8 a.m. March 1 at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido.

STABAT MATER

Marvel at the beauty of Pergolesi’s masterwork, “Stabat Mater,” featuring the heavenly voices of Hannah Arevalo and Danielle Evans, accompanied by the Poway Symphonette orchestra. $10-$20, 4 p.m. March 1 at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway.

MARCH 2

JIM BREUER

With over 20 years of stand-up comedy experience Jim Breuer remains one of today’s top entertainers and continues to win over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. $66-$226, 8 p.m. on March 2 at The Sound, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar.

‘THE RECIPE’ La Jolla Playhouse

A support group meeting for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. We encourage participants to share their challenges and successes in coping with Parkinson’s and offer exercise programs, social support and fellowship to participants and their families. Free, 10 a.m. March 2 at San Rafael Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego.

INPRINT

An exhibition of contemporary printmaking by regional artists. Free, on display through March 6 at MiraCosta College Oceanside, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside.

MARCH 3

BANDING COMMUNITY

Three local nonprofits — OUR Arts Foundation, Community Resource Center, and Just in Time for Foster Youth — are collaborating for a powerful evening of music and mission. The lineup includes The Buckleys, MRCH, and 4EachOther. $20, 6 p.m. on March 3 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 South Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

KRISTIN KEY

Kristin Key, an American comedian, musician, and podcast host, is known for her work on Last Comic Standing and Bring the Funny, as well as her viral, musical, and observational stand-up comedy. $30, 7 p.m. on March 3 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 South Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

MARCH 4

‘MALTESE FALCON’

The search for the legendary black bird takes a comedic twist in this world premiere adaptation at North Coast Repertory

Theatre in Solana Beach. Matthew Salazar-Thompson’s ingenious new version of Dashiell Hammett’s noir masterpiece features five versatile performers transforming between roles to bring 1920s San Francisco’s underbelly to hilarious life. Free, March 4-29 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D.

MARCH 6

‘CINDERELLA’

Dust off your glass slippers and get ready for a magical night at the ball at MiraCosta. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” puts a fresh, funny spin on the classic fairytale, complete with charming princes, feisty fairy godmothers, and a pumpkin carriage with flair. This sparkling production is packed with laughter, classic romance, contemporary charm, and just the right touch

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of enchantment. $21-$24, March 6-15 at MiraCosta College Theatre, 1 Barnard Drive Bldg. 2000, Oceanside.

MALACHI MCNEILL

Malachi McNeill is a singer/songwriter based out of San Diego, formerly under the moniker Statues and Stories. Free, 5 p.m. March 6 at Local Roots Pizza & Tap, 1430 Vantage Ct Suite 101, Vista.

UPCOMING

‘GIANTS’ ART EXHIBIT

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego presents “Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys,” featuring more than 130 works by 37 Black American and diasporic artists. The exhibition includes paintings, photographs, sculptures and installations drawn from the couple’s private collection. Exhibition runs April 18 through Aug. 9 at Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 700 Prospect Street, La Jolla.

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Private family foundation vs. donor advised fund — some food for thought Charitable estate planning choices

Whether your charitable ambitions and budget for contributions is $10,000 or $10,000,000, you have options that make the choice between establishing or maintaining a Private Foundation or a Donor Advised fund more relevant than ever.

Historically, many wealthy, charitably minded families established a Private Family Foundation for its inherent benefits, including maximum control over the grantmaking board, investments, family control, the opportunity to employ family members for generations, and highly flexible grant making options, not limited to only IRS approved charitable organizations.

For all the Private Foundation benefits, there are also tradeoffs that can weigh heavily on a family managing a Private Foundation – including significant filing fees and an annual tax return to include excise taxes of up to 2% of the Foundation’s annual investment income. Worse yet; for many smaller Private Foundations, especially those with sporadic donor funding, the 5% minimum annual payout requirement can be a constant drag on the fund’s underlying investment returns and strategic charitable initiatives.

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for many families is the reality of a lack of privacy, due to the annual requirements to report to the public, the foundation’s income, grants, board names, and staff salaries, along with the donor’s name.

“I’ve had more than one client lament that their Private Family Foundation wasn’t private at all, exposing the family’s charitable choices and its management to public scrutiny,” Barry Edney, owner of Estate Resource Group, explained. Today, families have an alternative in a Donor Advised Fund, providing many of the benefits of Private Foundations without some of

the downside.

For decades, Donor Advised Funds have been operated by public charities, financial service firms and community foundations.

Instead of a Private Foundation’s significant start-up costs of legal and accounting fees and months for IRS approval, a Donor Advised Fund can be set up in one day and with an initial contribution of $1,800 or less.

Furthermore, Donor Advised Funds offer the potential for greater tax deductions with higher Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) limits than for Private Foundations.

While Donor Advised Funds don’t offer the ability to manage a family’s philanthropic objectives for multiple generations, some of the best managed funds now offer the donor the option of naming successor advisors, whether family members or independent advisors, all while providing total anonymity if the donor so chooses.

For families considering a Private Foundation or Donor Advised Fund, Estate Resource Group, a leader in charitable estate planning, offers experienced, objective guidance tailored to your charitable goals.

To discuss your options, contact Estate Resource Group at www.estateresourcegroup.com or call their office at 858-209-1474 to schedule a confidential consultation.

Donor Advised funds manage all aspects of the fund’s contributions, in large investment pools that provide a donor’s funding with returns until the donor’s funds are contributed to any one or more of potentially hundreds of charities, that are constantly vetted by well run Donor Advised Funds. This takes the pressure and costs off the donor and their family since they won’t need to manage the fund’s investments, file tax returns, or report to the IRS each year.

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