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Raised medians en route

Vista seeks designs along E. Vista Way

By Leo Place

VISTA — The city of Vista will be reviewing designs in the future for raised medians along an approximately one-mile stretch of East Vista Way in order to improve traffic flow and increase safety.

On Tuesday, the City Council approved a $349,946 design contract with Michael Baker International to design concrete and landscaped medians that will run from Williamston Street to Taylor Street.

Staff recommended moving forward with Michael Baker after receiving proposals from five total firms.

The project would add the raised medians along the current center lanes of the five-lane road, with each median measuring around 12 feet. Staff said the project will restrict left turn movements and reduce traffic collisions.

“This specific stretch of E. Vista Way has many commercial driveways and minor side streets. As a result of frequent driveway access, large traffic volumes, and heavy left turn movements, there have been a high number of injury collisions,” a staff report states.

A federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant is being used to fund the project.

The project will act as an extension of the existing medians installed along this same corridor.

Raised medians have already been installed along East Vista Way from around Fire Station 6 to Williamston Street.

Fatal encounter

Police shut down four massage parlors

By Jordan P. Ingram

CARLSBAD — Police have shut down four massage businesses over the past six months after investigations found they were engaged in prostitution through illicit massage services, authorities said.

The businesses identified were Ocean Mist Massage, Happy Shiatsu Spa, Imperial Massage Spa and King Spa.

During the investigations, detectives served eight search warrants, resulting in seven arrests and the seizure of $35,477 in cash, according to the Carlsbad Police Department.

Officials said the cases were

initiated following complaints from local business owners and community members.

Police worked with city code enforcement and the City Attorney’s Office to identify violations and take enforcement action.

The crackdown follows a 2025 city ordinance aimed at tightening oversight of massage businesses and preventing illegal activity.

The ordinance strengthened licensing requirements, mandated certification through the California Massage Therapy Council and expanded local enforcement

Prosecutors allege Michael Burke, 70, of Fallbrook, fired a shotgun into the cab of a pickup during an altercation along Mission Road, killing 40-year-old Martin Lucas and injuring another man. Burke, shown above in custody during his March 19 arraignment in Vista, has pleaded not guilty to murder and attempted murder. Prosecutors said investigation into the incident is ongoing. Photos by Fox 5/Lucas family

OCEAN MIST Massage is one of four Carlsbad massage parlors linked to illicit prostitution activity. Carlsbad police served eight search warrants and seized thousands in cash in recent raid. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

Michael Burke, 70, of Fallbrook, pleaded not guilty March 19 to murder and related charges in the shooting death of landscaper Martin Lucas, as the victim’s family grieves and calls for justice. Story on 5.

By Leo Place

SAN MARCOS —

The California State Board of Education has agreed to renew Baypoint Preparatory Academy’s charter petition for a period of seven years, ensuring the school’s continued operation after the San Marcos Unified School District denied the same request last fall.

Baypoint has been operating in San Marcos under a charter granted by the State Board of Education since 2018, with 188 students currently enrolled in grades TK-8 at its campus on East Carmel Street.

With the school’s current charter set to expire in July, the school began seeking renewal from local educational agencies this past year. State code required Baypoint to start by asking the local school district, San Marcos Unified.

In September, the San Marcos Unified Board of Trustees voted unanimously to deny Baypoint’s charter petition, citing substantial fiscal and governance concerns. The school then appealed the decision to the state.

At a March 11 meeting, the State Board of Education (SBE) reached a starkly different conclusion from the school district, opting to renew Baypoint’s charter for seven years rather than the recommended five-year period, citing its exceptional academic performance.

“There are very few times when a school can be approved for more than five years, and this is one of them,” said SBE Board Member Sharon Olken.

Baypoint leaders, along with several parents and students, spoke at the SBE meeting in support of the school and urged the board to renew its charter. After the meeting, they said they were thrilled by the decision.

“Our students’ hard work and commitment, the dedication of our great

teachers, and the support of our families all contributed to this achievement,” the school said in a press release.

SBE members said the decision was based on Baypoint’s high academic performance and the fact that the school has been in good standing with the state for the past seven years.

Of the 1,300 charter schools in the state, only 135, or 10%, have been classified as high-performing for three consecutive years, and Baypoint is one of them.

Baypoint qualifies as a high-performing charter school because student scores for math and English language arts exceeded the state average for the past two years. The California School Dashboard also shows accelerated growth in math and English language arts among students. While state code allows presumptive renewal of Baypoint’s petition just based on its academic performance, California Department of Education (CDE) officials said they also carefully reviewed the school’s enrollment projections and its financial history and projections.

Baypoint projects a large increase in enrollment over the coming years after a major decline in the last two school years. Enrollment dropped from 237 students in 2023/24 to 162 students in 2024/25.

Baypoint is projecting enrollment of 238 students in the next school year, followed by 274 in 2027-28

and 316 in 2028-29. These projections sparked concerns for San Marcos Unified, which said Baypoint had overestimated its attendance to inflate anticipated revenue. The district also shared doubts that the school would be able to pay off the debt financing it is

seeking for its expansion if the enrollment increases don’t materialize.

However, SBE did not appear to share these worries. The board concluded that the school is fiscally sustainable, noting that Baypoint has reported reserves of $1.7 million this year, equal to about 56% of its expenditures.

“The growth they are projecting is large, but also we’ve been working with this school for seven years as their oversight entity, seen enrollment fluctuations in the past, and they do have adequate reserves should these projections not pan out,” said Ric Reyes, director of the California Department of Education’s Charter School Division.

Baypoint CEO and co-founder Frank Ogwaro said the drop in students after the 2023/24 school year was due to program-

matic changes that were unpopular at the time, but have ultimately “served students academically at a much higher rate.”

A major change was the implementation of a looping model for grades one through five, in which teachers follow the same group of students over multiple years. Teachers and staff were also charged with implementing various before- and after-school programs, including tutoring and the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) enrichment programs. Other changes in-

cluded: having students in grades 6 to 8 rotate classes by core subject; driving instruction based on data from iReady, an online reading and math assessment program; pivoting to internal rather than pushin science instruction; and facilitating various interim assessments.

“Baypoint’s success is further strengthened because of the dedicated and extensive experience of our teaching and student support teams,” Ogwaro said. In 2024, around the time of some of these

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Rural cannabis threat California ready for AI Olympics

By Fallbrook Planning Group

There are over 500,000 residents in the county’s unincorporated areas. County planning groups are elected by residents to represent them and advise the county on land-use issues.

Sponsor groups are appointed for the same purpose. So it was shocking when the will of these residents was completely ignored at the Jan. 14 meeting of the Board of Supervisors.

At this meeting, staff presented the Socially Equitable Cannabis Program to the supervisors for their direction on three options in the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). There was also a fourth option: to discontinue the program.

Planning and sponsor groups have consistently voiced opposition to this program, which is being forced on all of the unincorporated areas in the County of San Diego.

This program would give those who have convictions and were affected by the war on drugs preferential treatment and grants to start cannabis businesses in the unincorporated areas. It would allow outdoor cultivation, labs, dispensaries, consumption lounges, events, and other cannabis-related businesses throughout the entire unincorporated San Diego County.

During lengthy public testimony, documented safety, health and environmental impacts were presented based on CEQA and the county’s own DEIR.

will bring.

To be clear, the opposition is not about marijuana itself. It is not about using marijuana. This is legal in the state of California.

Most of the planning groups are not opposed to dispensaries.

This is about two separate issues. 1: Equity for those affected by the war on drugs, and 2: Land use and the negative environmental impacts on residents living in some of the most beautiful land in our state.

Land use and the negative impacts are our concerns.

The opposition centers on land-use issues that would allow outdoor marijuana grows and large-scale commercial cultivation

consumption lounges and events, which are the most damaging to public safety (impaired drivers).

Incredibly, the majority of supervisors completely ignored this alternative. This reasonable compromise would substantially lessen the program’s land-use and safety impacts and meet most of the program’s basic objectives.

However, it appeared that the majority of supervisors had already made their decision, and their only concern was for those affected by the war on drugs, not the residents who live in the areas that will be affected.

Supervisors, there is still time to revise your direction and establish your goal of a Socially Equitable

The will of more than 500,000 residents was ignored by the Board of Supervisors.

By Tony Medrano

When the Olympic torch reaches Los Angeles in 2028, the Games will be powered by something as vital as athletic talent: artificial intelligence.

The recent 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games offered a preview of this future. While fans will remember Team USA’s historic hockey performances, the Games also marked a permanent turning point: the moment AI became central to how elite sports are judged, trained and experienced.

Across venues in Italy, more than 450 high-resolution cameras captured real-time data through advanced replay systems. Within seconds, AI-driven systems generated 360-degree freeze-frame replays of figure skating jumps and curling infractions that once required days of manual editing.

When International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry described the Games as the realization of an “intelligent future,” she was not speaking in hyperbole.

In an era where medals are decided by thousandths of a second, AI is fundamentally changing the nature of performances. OMEGA’s computer vision system, deployed across 116 Olympic events, used 8K cameras to track athletes’ movements in three dimensions, measuring rotation and jump height with unprecedented precision.

For U.S. athletes, these systems are now indispensable. Our speedskating teams relied on “Slippery Fish,” a custom AI all that simulates complex aerodymatics-- essentially a “wind tunnel in your pocket.”

Meanwhile, the U.S. bobsled team used machine learning models to optimize sled entry, shaving crucial milliseconds off their start times.

icon Valley’s research labs to Southern California’s sports analytics startups, our state is the center of the innovation exocystem that will define the next decade of performance science. ‘ However, the stakes are not merely economic; they are geopolitical. America’s competitors, led by China, are investing billions into its sports industry to set the global standards that advance their values.

The Olympics provide a proving ground where open, innovation-driven systems are tested against surveillance-heavy models. By leading with American-backed AI, we ensure that the “intelligent future” is built on transparency and fair play, not authoritarian control.

For California, LA28 represents a rare opportunity to demonstrate what an open innovation ecosystems can accomplish. Unlike past host cities that relied on temporary construction, Los Angeles can leverage the Games to generate lasting high-skilled employment.

The World Economic Forum projects artificial

In an era where medals are decided by thousandths of a second, AI is fundamentally changing the nature of performances.

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The purpose of CEQA is to prevent significant, avoidable environmental damage by requiring changes in projects, either by the adoption of alternatives or the imposition of mitigation measures.

Nonetheless, the majority of supervisors not only directed staff to develop the option that, according to their own Draft Environmental Impact Report, would have the greatest environmental impacts, but also disregarded the overwhelming opposition to this program from the residents who will suffer the environmental and safety impacts it

near residential areas. The extremely harmful environmental impacts have been documented in other regions that have legalized cannabis cultivation.

It’s also about the potential rise in crime, health and safety issues that have also been well documented, as well as the dangers that consumption lounges and events (impaired drivers) will bring to the rural and semi-rural towns.

Planning groups supported a reasonable alternative that would only allow indoor cultivation to address environmental and health concerns, and greater buffers/setbacks at more sensitive locations like parks, trails, and churches.

It would remove the

Cannabis Program. We are not being unreasonable. We are simply asking for more environmental and public health and safety guardrails to protect the half a million residents, especially the most vulnerable children and seniors who live in the beautiful unincorporated San Diego County.

The Fallbrook Community Planning Group members are Chairperson Eileen Delaney, 1st ViceChair Stephani Baxter, 2nd Vice-Chair Jeniene Domercq, Secretary Jim Loge, and Ross Pike, Roy Moosa, Steve Brown, Kelly Hansen, Tom Harrington, JJ Neese, Lee DeMeo, Aldo Alvidres, Scott Spencer, Debbie Williams and Kathleen Morris.

The implications extend far beyond the podium. Training is increasingly built around “digital twins,” or virtual simulations of athletes to allow scientists to model physiology, biomechanics and endurance.

One groundbreaking project created a digital twin of marathoner Des Linden’s heart, allowing sientists to model her cardiovascular strain and predict performance under extreme conditions without her even lacing up her shoes.

These breakthroughs are on the front lines of the global technological race.

The sports technology market is projected to reach nearly $70 billion by 2030, and California is uniquely positioned to capture that growth. From Sil-

intelligence will generate a net gain of 78 million jobs globally by 2030. California’s combination of worldclass universities, venture capital and engineering talent means the state is well positioned to capture a significant share of those opportunities.

Milano Cortina showed the world that AI is no longer a novelty; it is the new baseline. With two years until the world arrives in Los Angeles, California’s policymakers and industry leaders must invest boldly in AI training pipelines and support the startups pioneering these tools.

If we move decisively, California will not just host a successful Games; we will secure a generation of technological leadership that lasts far beyond the closing ceremonies.

Tony Medrano is the CEO and co-founder of LongevityPlan.AI.

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Fallbrook shooting suspect, 70, pleads not guilty

Family mourns victim’s death: ‘He didn’t deserve it’

By Leo Place

FALLBROOK — Fam-

ily members of 40-year-old Martin Lucas crowded into Department 14 at the Vista Courthouse last week, as the man suspected of shooting and killing him a few days earlier in Fallbrook appeared for an arraignment.

Michael Burke, 70, of Fallbrook, was arrested on March 16 after allegedly firing a shotgun into a car along East Mission Road and striking the two occupants, both of whom are landscapers.

Lucas, who was in the driver’s seat, died from his injuries and the passenger, Julio Leon, was hospitalized with serious injuries.

Burke has been charged with murder, attempted murder and assault with a firearm, according to the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office.

He pleaded not guilty to all charges in court on March 19 and is being held without bail.

Lucas has three sons, one daughter and a wife. His daughter Martina, 19, said he was an immigrant worker from Guatemala and that he had just turned 40 in January.

Martina said their

family is devastated and wants to see justice served.

“We are all hurt and we are grieving because of what he did to my dad. He didn’t deserve it. He was a nice, hardworking man,” Martina said. “We just want justice for him, and we hope the man who murdered my dad is in jail for a really long time.”

Lucas’ family has started a GoFundMe to help with expenses as they navigate the loss.

The circumstances of the shooting were not discussed in court.

However, a cellphone video of the incident tak-

en by a bystander shows a tense confrontation.

In the video, a man, identified as Burke, is holding a shotgun and shouting at the occupants of a stopped truck from the side of the road.

He can be heard saying, “You want to die today?” and, “I’ll kill you right now.” He places the gun inside the passenger side of the cab, and the passenger attempts to pull the gun away. A shot can be heard going off, and the truck briefly drives forward before stopping.

Law enforcement said they found both men in-

jured at the scene and attempted lifesaving measures, but Lucas did not survive. Leon was transported to the hospital.

“Obviously this case is very tragic, given the loss of life that occurred. It’s incredibly sad for the family that lost their family member, Martin Lucas. The District Attorney’s Office is dedicated to seeking justice for the victims in this case, and we encourage the public to follow along as this case progresses,” said Deputy District Attorney Mark Bosch.

Lucas’ family believes that this may have been

a hate crime, stating that they had heard that Burke had made racist comments toward other landscapers around the property in the past.

The owner of a neighboring property told the Village News that workers have complained about Burke making racist comments.

Bosch said that they have not charged Burke with a hate crime at this point, but that the investigation is ongoing.

“We’ve charged the crimes that we currently believe we have evidence to prove beyond a reasonable

doubt,” Bosch said. “This is an active investigation.”

According to family members, Lucas had been driving home after helping a friend with a landscaping job when the confrontation occurred on a private road.

Martina described her father as a devoted parent who was always present for family milestones and holidays.

“My dad was always there for us on our birthdays, on Christmas, New Year’s,” she said. “My dad was my best friend.”

Martina said both her father and his friend were struck by gunfire during the encounter.

“He killed my father, like he was an animal,” she said. “My dad didn’t deserve that.”

Authorities said the second victim was treated and released from a nearby hospital.

A property owner near the gated road where the shooting occurred told Fox 5 that Burke lived in a mobile home on the property and worked there as a caretaker.

Fallbrook resident Larry Cinnamon, who said he has known Burke for about a decade, described the allegations as out of character, adding he believed Burke may have been trying to protect the property, though the circumstances remain under investigation.

Burke’s next court appearance will be March 27.

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MICHAEL BURKE, 70, of Fallbrook, appears March 19 in Vista Superior Court. He pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the death of Martin Lucas and the attempted murder of Julio Leon resulting from firing a shotgun into the cab of a truck. Lucas, 40, left, was shot and killed on March 16 in Fallbrook. Pool photo by Fox 5/Courtesy photo

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Chamber CEO earns Women Who Inspire recognition

The Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to celebrate a very special recognition for our CEO, Kimberly Jones, who was honored on March 6 by State Senator Catherine Blakespear as one of her distinguished “Women Who Inspire.”

Kimberly was nominated by a local community member, a testament to the meaningful connections she has built and the lasting impression she has made throughout the region.

She was one of several remarkable women recognized at the event, each selected for their dedication to uplifting their communities and making a positive difference in the lives of those around them.

The celebration was held at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, where Senator Blakespear took the time to personally recognize each honoree and present them with a certificate of recognition. The event was a beautiful reminder

City to fix Leucadia Blvd bridge

By Cameron Adams ENCINITAS —

The Encinitas City Council has approved a cooperative agreement with the California Department of Transportation to repair deteriorating barrier rails on the Leucadia Boulevard bridge over Interstate 5, advancing a long-planned maintenance project along one of the city’s major corridors.

The agreement, approved unanimously as part of the consent calendar at the council’s March 11 meeting, authorizes up to $226,232 for the work, including a 15% contingency.

The city maintains the Leucadia Boulevard bridge, including the roadway, barrier rails, and other surface features, under a freeway maintenance agreement with Caltrans executed in November 1992.

The bridge was constructed in 1965 alongside the development of Interstate 5 through Encinitas.

The structure spans approximately 220 feet in length and 96 feet in width. Caltrans last modified the bridge in 1999 and conducts periodic inspections, according to city records.

In 2022, city staff identified issues with chipping concrete on the bridge’s barrier rails, along with other maintenance concerns.

ment notices.

“We went from doing about 1,700 vacant lot inspections to over 8,400 lots between the city and the fire district, so we’ve really quadrupled the amount of inspections we’re doing,” Davidson said.

of the incredible women who show up every day, quietly and consistently, to strengthen the fabric of our local communities.

For those who have had the pleasure of working alongside Kimberly, this recognition comes as no surprise. Since stepping into her role as Chamber CEO, she has been a tireless advocate for local businesses, a connector of people and resources, and a passionate champion for the Solana Beach community. Her leadership has helped shape the Chamber into a vibrant hub of collaboration, support, and opportunity.

The Chamber is proud to have Kimberly at the helm and even prouder to see her efforts acknowledged at the state level. This honor belongs not only to her, but to the entire community that has supported and inspired her work along the way.

Congratulations, Kimberly, you truly inspire us all!

Following discussions between the city and Caltrans staff beginning in October 2025, officials determined the scope of work would include hydroblasting deteriorated concrete from the barrier rails, replacing corroded steel reinforcement and patching affected surfaces.

Due to its access to freeway-contractor crews, Caltrans was identified as the most cost-effective option for completing the work, according to the city.

Construction is expected to begin this summer and last about two months. Lane closures on Interstate 5 are anticipated during the project.

O’side lists spring, summer road projects

The city of Oceanside has announced a new round of roadway improvements scheduled for the spring and summer as part of its ongoing Pavement Manage-

ment Program, with projects focusing primarily on major arterial corridors and high-traffic streets.

Planned work includes portions of Oceanside Boulevard near Mesa Drive and College Boulevard, Mission Avenue near Mesa Drive, and Mission Gate and Thunder Drive near Landes Park.

Oceanside maintains a roadway network of approximately 490 miles of city streets and 16 miles of alleys, totaling nearly 90 million square feet of pavement. According to the city, roadway conditions are evaluated regularly, and improvements are scheduled to extend pavement life and maintain reliable travel.

Smaller projects scheduled in the coming month include segments of College Boulevard, Coast Highway, Douglas Drive and El Camino Real.

Planned improvements include a variety of pavement treatments designed to improve ride quality and extend the lifespan of city streets, such as asphalt grind-and-overlay, slurry seal applications, and other preventive maintenance, according to a city statement.

Construction will occur in phases, and residents may experience temporary impacts, such as lane closures or parking restrictions, during construction.

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Vista Fire, homeowners tackle fire risks

The Vista Fire Department is preparing to inspect thousands of properties for compliance with defensible space guidelines in the coming months, as part of an ongoing effort to reduce wildfire risk from excessive vegetation, officials told the City Council this month.

Last year, all California jurisdictions were required to adopt the state’s new Fire Hazard Severity Zone map,

which sets vegetation management requirements in areas with higher fire risk.

Most homes within the boundaries of the Vista Fire Protection District (VFPD), as well as in southwestern and northeastern Vista, were located in moderate-to-severe fire hazard zones. VFPD covers around 17 square miles of unincorporated area east of Vista and west of Interstate 15, including portions of Bonsall, Twin Oaks, Gopher Canyon and Buena Creek, and is also overseen by the Vista Fire Department.

Property owners in these fire hazard zones must meet certain standards for clearing and reducing fuel, including weeds, bushes, and tree branches within the 100-foot defensible space surrounding their home, under state-mandated ordinances adopted by the city of Vista and the VFPD last year.

Fire officials said they are working hard to educate homeowners and that residents and the fire department need to collaborate to ensure the area is prepared for the possibility of a fire.

“We’ve been graciously informing the public as much as we can and mitigating a lot of the fuel that’s out there,” Deputy Chief Bret Davidson said at the City Council’s March 10 meeting. “We know that wildfire doesn’t wait — that’s our primary threat to the city of Vista and fire district and its residents, and it’s our job to manage that.”

The Vista Fire Department began sending out notice letters to homeowners in the affected areas last week, advising them of the vegetation management requirements and listing contractors who can complete the work.

These requirements include clearing all dead vegetation and trimming all weeds and grass to four inches or less. Property inspections will begin in May, and properties not in compliance will receive abate-

After abatement notices are sent out, Davidson said the department receives hundreds of calls per week from residents seeking clarification on how to clear their property. Residents can appeal their abatement notice if they believe it was issued in error, either to the city or to VFPD, depending on where they live.

The 100-foot defensible space is divided into three zones, each with its own vegetation-clearing requirements. Zone 0 is within zero to five feet of a house, and is the most restrictive in terms of allowed vegetation and structures; Zone 1 is within 5 to 50 feet; and Zone 2 is within 50 to 100 feet.

Residents in moderateto severe-fire-hazard zones are currently required to comply with Zone 1 and 2 standards. Enforcement of Zone 0 will be deferred for two more years, due to the costs and effort associated with removal.

Within Zones 1 and 2, any brush or chaparral must be cleared or trimmed and limited to a height of five feet and width of ten feet, and must be at least 30 feet from the home.

Zone 0 prohibits any vegetation in direct contact with the structure and requires all trees, except existing mature trees, to be free of branches below the roofline height. Combustible mulch, made from materials like wood bark, is not permitted, and items and decor such as firewood, shade sails, awnings, arbors, and fences are not permitted to be in contact with the structure.

All zones require the clearing of dead vegetation, including dead palm fronds. These fronds often form a “skirt” around the tree that can present a major fire hazard.

Fire Chief Gerard Washington recognized that clearing the required vegetation can be expensive for residents, and the fire department is working with those owners to come into compliance. Through the city’s partnership with the California Conservation Corps, stipends are available to help cover this work for financially struggling residents.

“Not everybody has the

STATE SEN. Catherine Blakespear, left, with Solana Beach Chamber CEO Kimberly Jones, who was honored as a Woman Who Inspires in the 38th Senate District, which Blakespear represents. Courtesy photo

THE ENCINITAS council has approved upgrades to the Leucadia Boulevard bridge over Interstate 5. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

Del Mar residents bristle at bluff access closures

By Leo Plac e

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MAR

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As the Del Mar Bluff Phase 5 project continues chugging along, residents are frustrated by SANDAG’s announcement last week that it will fence off bluff access at 11th Street to ensure safety in the construction area.

At the same time, agency officials also gave a sobering reality check about their ability to complete a pedestrian rail crossing and beach access path that the California Coastal Commission requires as part of the project.

These discussions came during SANDAG’s March 17 update to the Del Mar City Council on the Del Mar Bluffs Phase 5 project, which began in March 2024 and is about 85% complete. The project is intended to stabilize the rail tracks running along the bluff top until SANDAG can relocate them further inland.

Work includes the installation of 2,000 feet of seawalls along the bluff toe from Coast Avenue to Torrey Pines State Park, in addition to new concrete drainage ditches, soldier piles, and tieback anchors.

During construction, pedestrians have still been able to access the beach from the end of 11th Street by crossing the new concrete drainage channel, then the railroad tracks, to a “goat trail” that travels down the face of the bluff to the beach.

shared their opposition.

“We completely deny any fence and any blockage to our way to get down to our sacred ground that sits below the track,” said Miles Anderson of the 11th Street Surf Club.

Residents also noted that there have been no pedestrian safety issues near 11th Street during construction and that crews have been working well with the community to ensure their safety.

Eric Peterson, who said he surfs every day at 11th Street, said it doesn’t make sense to block access just in this area but still allow access at other areas, such as 13th Street.

“They are very, very good at maintaining safety, letting people know when a train is coming, letting them know where they can access, and guiding people,” said Peterson. “I think it's a little bit absurd to block access claiming that we’re protecting the safety of the construction site, when they're gonna allow access two streets up.”

Public access

“We do reiterate that this is an active construction site, and it's for the public’s safety,” said Peace, emphasizing that the goal is not to prevent people from

However, SANDAG announced this past week that it will temporarily fence off access from 11th Street for at least the next year. Program Project Manager Clint Peace said this is to prevent liability for the contractor, as fall protection still needs to be installed along the highest point of the drainage channel at 11th.

crossing the tracks entirely. This sparked backlash from some community members who regularly access the beach and blufftop via 11th Street. Some said they were worried about the fence staying up indefinitely and leading to longer-term

blockage of public access.

“The situation at 11th Street sets a very unfavorable precedent that may exclude public access altogether,” said resident Isla Cordelae.

Those who surf at the beach below 11th Street also

Residents are also concerned that SANDAG will not follow through on its obligations to complete public access improvements along the bluff. The California Coastal Commission required SANDAG to implement these improvements

CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY continues along the Del Mar bluffs as part of SANDAG’s Bluff Stabilization Phase 5 project, with workers coordinating train movements and pedestrians navigating temporary access routes near 11th Street. Bottom right, pedestrians cross a newly installed drainage channel to reach the bluffside trail. Long-ignored signs warn beachgoers about the danger of trespassing on railroad property to access the beach. Photos by Leo Place

BOOK RELEASE

Brooke Archer’s new book, “A Song in the Dark,” comes out on April 14. The author, who works out of La Jolla, weaves a tale of secrets and romance. The paranormal thriller set in a town with a chronic, tragic issue of children disappearing also includes an unlikely songwriting duo. The School Library Journal called it both “a beautiful, affecting story” and also “a fast-paced, quick read.”

LIVING WITH COYOTES

The San Diego Humane Society recognizes Coyote Awareness Week and offers ways to reduce conflicts. As adaptable predators, coyotes maintain balance in the ecology by controlling rodent populations and limiting disease transmission by removing rotting animal flesh from the environment.

The Humane Society cared for 107 injured, ill or orphaned coyotes in 2025 and has already treated at least 19 this year. As suburbs sprawl into their natural habitat, the Humane Society recommends walking dogs on leashes, supervising pets outside and securing trash or other food waste such as trash that may be outside.

WATER DISTRICT GM

Jeff Umbrasas has been appointed General Manager of the Rincon del Diablo Municipal Water District. Umbrasas previously served as the district’s Director of Administration and Fi-

nance, where he oversaw many operational functions, including accounting, customer service, risk management, purchasing and treasury management.

“Jeff has demonstrated exceptional leadership, financial stewardship and dedication to our customers and employees,” said David Drake, president of the District’s Board of Directors.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY 5K

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch hosted the Fields of Luck 5K on March 15, its first such event. Andy Rodas and David Lipke tied for the fastest time on the men’s side with times of 19 minutes and 19 seconds. Brittany Poor recorded the fastest time on the female side with a time of 20 minutes and 54 seconds.

The colorful event included 773 participants, many wearing green and other festive outfits while running around the blooming ranunculus flowers.

“subtle value changes that tie the sky and land together perfectly.” Prior to moving to North County, Mitchell studied drawing, painting and sculpture at the University of Cincinnati.

STATE OF ENCINITAS TICKETS

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce has begun selling tickets for the 2026 State of the City Address with Mayor Bruce Ehlers. The annual event — a partnership between the Chamber and City of Encinitas — will take place April 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. In the keynote address, Ehlers will discuss the past year and plans for the future of Encinitas.

More than 250 people are expected to attend and tickets — $75 for the general public and $65 for Chamber members — are available at encinitaschamber.com/ state-of-the-city.

STATE RECOGNITION

State Sen. Catherine Blakespear presented Dr. Debra Halliday a Certificate of Recognition from the California State Senate after being named a 2026 Women Who Inspire honoree for Senate District 38. Halliday founded the Halliday Center in 2010 in Encinitas with the aim of expanding access to care across North County San Diego.

Pets of the Week

MARGE is the Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. She is a 3-year-old, 57-pound boxer mix.

WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS

Fan Li won the Best of Theme Award and Jane Mitchell won the Third Place Award at the San Diego Watercolor Society March 2026 member exhibition “Singing Colors.” Both are Carlsbad residents and were selected for their respective awards from a field of 278 entries.

Li’s painting “Papa, Mama, Babies” was described by juror and local artist Shuang Li as “incred-

ibly joyful subject matter” depicting a rooster family “singing through the artist’s colorful brushtrokes.”

Li began studying watercolor fundamentals in 2018 after retiring from a career in manufacturing and metallurgy.

Mitchell’s painting “Summer Storm” was described by the juror as using “powerful, large brush strokes” and a “limited and muted palette” to create

The center provides psychotherapy and wellness services emphasizing inclusive and culturally responsive care for children, teens, adults and families.

SCHOOL RECOGNIZED

High Tech Middle School North County in San Marcos was recognized as a 2026 California Distinguished Public Charter School by the California Charter Schools Association. It is one of eight schools in the county and 77 in the state to receive the award.

GREEN SCHOOL

The Grauer School in Encinitas received the California Green Business Certification. The recognition celebrates quantifiable efforts to improve energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction and pollution prevention. The Grauer School is the first school in San Diego County to receive this award.

Marge is a social pup. She lived with her owner and 13 other dogs until the owner became sick and unable to continue caring for all the dogs, which is how she ended up at RCHS. Marge loves belly scratches and attention. She would love to be around kids, dogs and excitement.

The $145 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 760-7536413 or visit SDpets.org.

TIPPERARY is the San Diego Humane Society’s pet of the week. She is a 5-year-old, 69-pound shepherd mix. Tipperary can be shy at first, but is a playful, studious and sensitive soul. She loves to explore smells along her walks and chew sticks. Tippy knows several cues and has an interest in learning more. She prefers quiet and comfortable, familiar places.

Tipperary is located at the San Diego campus and has an adoption fee of $165. Fees include spay/ neuter services, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, an incentive for pet insurance and a license for residence in the city limits of Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Oceanside, San Diego, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Vista. Information: visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

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LI’S painting, “Papa, Mama, Babies,” left, won the Best of Theme Award, and Jane Mitchell’s “Summer Storm,” right, won third place at the San Diego Watercolor Society’s exhibition “Singing Colors.” Courtesy photos

changes, the school also laid off half of its teaching staff, sparking criticism and backlash from some families. However, this was not mentioned during the SBE meeting.

Ogwaro also addressed a concern shared by San Marcos Unified leaders last fall, about Baypoint’s board of directors allegedly holding a meeting without a proper quorum.

He said the issue was not a lack of quorum but a different interpretation of the teleconferencing requirements, and that the board reconvened to address it after being made aware of it.

Baypoint parent Suzanna Mondragon said the charter renewal means the school can help more students who have struggled in the public school system. She said her son, now a third-grader, was labeled a “problem” in public school and felt he didn’t belong.

Since coming to Baypoint, she said he is supported academically, emotionally, and socially, and is now “confident, engaged, and genuinely happy.”

“Knowing Baypoint has been approved to continue for the next seven years is incredibly meaningful. It means more families like ours will have a place to turn when they feel like there are no options left,” Mondragon said.

Nelly Hernandez, who has two children at Baypoint, said they chose the charter school over other schools closer to their home because of the caring teachers, staff, and leadership.

“The care, guidance, and support they provide to students and families is something special. The staff is dedicated, and it shows the way they support our children both academically and personally. Our family is grateful for everything Baypoint Academy has done for our boys,” Hernandez said.

A handful of students also spoke at the meeting, highlighting Baypoint’s positive environment and programs they love, such as theater and archery.

“I love Baypoint, because it encourages students to try new things and believe in themselves,” said seventh grader Caliya Pendergrass.

SBE designated the San Diego County Office of Education as the chartering authority for Baypoint.

Del Mar Union debuts inclusive preschool

By Leo Place DEL MAR

— The Del Mar Union School District is launching an inclusive preschool program in the upcoming school year that will bring together young children with and without disabilities to learn and play together in a supportive environment.

The Community Friends Early Childhood Inclusion Program is a free program open to children three and four years old. They must reside either within the Del Mar Union School District boundaries, in Cardiff, or in Rancho Santa Fe, or be the child of a district employee.

DMUSD is accepting applications for the program through April 30. Families who are interested can contact Program Specialist Kelly Brady at kbrady@dmusd. org.

The school district said the goal is for children to serve as peer models to one another and support each other’s learning and social development in an environment that encourages empathy, confidence, and leadership.

“One of the most special aspects of this program is watching children naturally support and learn from each other,” said Executive Director of Student Services Leslie Montoro. “Students build friendships, strengthen communication skills, and develop empathy while learning together in a supportive classroom environment.”

According to the district, children must be able to demonstrate independent self-help skills, follow classroom routines with minimal prompting, be willing to assist and interact with peers,

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authority.

City officials said at the time the rules were intended to deter illicit operations tied to prostitution, unlicensed workers and other criminal activity while protecting legitimate businesses and public safety.

Police said their recent enforcement efforts are intended to deter human trafficking, protect vulnerable individuals and improve the quality of life in the community.

Anyone who may be a victim of human trafficking can contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center’s 24-hour hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text “BeFree” (233733). In an emergency, call 911.

HEALTH INSURANCE

be fully toilet trained, be up to date on immunizations, and demonstrate age-appropriate communication skills.

DMUSD will offer the three-year-old program from 8 to 11 a.m. and the four-year-old program from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., both four days a week.

The district has also opened 2026-27 applications for its Leap Ahead Early Intervention Program, which is open to foster, homeless, and income-eligible students turning four years old by Sept. 1.

This will be the district’s third year offering Leap Ahead, with enrollment for the first two years ranging from 15 to 18 students, according to the district. The program focuses strongly on developing language, literacy, and early math skills, as well as social-emotional growth.

Leap Ahead runs five days a week and follows the district’s academic calendar.

The application is available on the school district’s website at dmusd.org. Questions can be directed to Jus-

tine Stacy at jstacy@dmusd. org.

New exhibit offers learning through sound

Libraries are supposed to be quiet, but a new exhibit at the Carlsbad Sculpture Garden near the Georgina Cole Library invites visitors to make some noise to help strengthen early literacy skills, among other benefits.

The Percussion Play project features seven kid-friendly musical sculptures that encourage discovery and can also help stimulate literacy skills.

“Making music is one of the five tenets of building an early literacy foundation,” said Jennifer Benson, a Carlsbad librarian.

She added that the five skills that best set the stage for literacy are reading, writing, talking, singing and playing.

“When you come out to a place like the Sculpture Garden, it’s an opportunity to do so many of those

The North County gardening community lost a beloved figure on Sunday, March 15, with the passing of Jeff Funk, longtime manager of the Green Thumb Nursery.

For more than five decades, Jeff was a familiar and trusted presence at the San Marcos garden center, helping generations of residents discover the joy of gardening.

Jeff dedicated nearly 50 years of his life to Green Thumb Nursery, where he served as general manager and a guiding force behind the location’s success.

things,” Benson said.

Suzanne Smithson, library and cultural arts director, told The Coast News that the Sculpture Garden was always designed to feature a rotation of exhibits every couple of years. However, most of the exhibits have been static displays of physical art.

“We’re excited to have something kinetic and interactive,” Smithson said. “This is something that works for all ages, especially kids.”

The Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation was the sole sponsor of the exhibit, contributing $45,000 to bring the concept to life, according to a news release.

Percussion Play is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Smithson said the musical elements can also improve mental health in adults, including mood and memory.

“There’s a lot of benefits for art like this,” she said.

Smithson said she was struck by the discovery process during the opening event on March 18 and during subsequent visits to Percussion Play.

Kids pull, tap, and study the various pieces of interactive art in hopes of making noise.

— Cameron Adams

Encinitas hikes fines for repeat false fire alarms

The city will increase fees for nuisance fire alarms — often referred to as false alarms — in an effort to reduce strain on public safety

resources and ensure firefighters are available for real emergencies.

The Encinitas Fire Department responded to 493 calls in 2025 that were ultimately determined to be false alarms, according to city documents.

Four institutions — San Dieguito Academy, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Seacrest Village and Aviara Healthcare Center — recorded six or more false alarm calls last year, according to City Manager Jennifer Campbell.

Fees are assessed for repeat calls to the same business or residence within a calendar year.

The adopted system maintains the existing structure, in which the first two nuisance alarms do not result in fines.

However, if a call is caused by negligence, lack of maintenance or unlawful conduct, the city may still assess a fee.

Under the new structure, fees are $75 for a third nuisance alarm within a 12-month period, $150 for a fourth, $250 for a fifth and $500 for each additional alarm.

The fee structure had not been updated since May 1993.

City staff initially proposed a maximum fine of $300, but Mayor Bruce Ehlers advocated for a higher cap to encourage greater accountability. The City Council unanimously approved the higher maximum fee for repeat violations.

“When you get those kinds of nuisance alarms going, it’s crying wolf, and it’s not good. It’s behavior we want to curb,” Ehlers said.

— Cameron Adams

As a testament to his excellence, Green Thumb Nursery won BEST in North County in the Gardening | Nursery division for four years in a row.

Known for his deep horticultural knowledge and approachable style, he became a go-to resource for everyone from firsttime gardeners to seasoned landscape professionals.

Customers often sought him out for advice on plant selection, soil health, drought-tolerant landscaping and seasonal planting suited to Southern California’s unique climate.

Under his stewardship, the San Marcos nursery has grown into one of North County’s most respected gardening destinations.

The expansive fiveacre property became known for its wide variety of plants, trees and garden supplies, as well as its friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Jeff also helped foster a culture of education and community engagement, encouraging customers to learn about sustainable gardening and water-wise landscaping practices.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Jeff will be remembered for the personal relationships he built with customers, coworkers and local gardeners.

His employees loved him like family.

Many visitors recall how he generously shared his time and expertise, making the nursery feel less like a store and more like a gathering place for the community.

Jeff Funk leaves behind a legacy rooted in service, knowledge and a lifelong love of plants.

His impact will continue to grow in the gardens, landscapes and friendships he helped cultivate throughout North County for more than half a century.

JEFF FUNK: A LIFETIME OF GROWING COMMUNITY AT GREEN THUMB NURSERY

PRESCHOOL STUDENTS at Solana Beach School District’s Child Development Center pictured in 2024. File photo/Leo Place

Tri-City volunteers

‘heartbeat’

Members fuel hospital’s efforts, essential services

By Jasmine Kirstein OCEANSIDE — Don Dupuis,

a volunteer with the Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary in Oceanside, keeps a bag of candy handy for visitors at the registration counter where he volunteers. He also often has toys for children.

Dupuis says he looks forward to volunteering because “my wife passed away a little bit ago. And it gets me out of the house — gives me something to do.”

Dupuis is one of the longest-serving volunteers at Tri-City, with 33 years of service, and will turn 92 in May. Before that, he was a Marine who worked in aviation and taught drafting.

“The reason I enjoy [volunteering] is because I meet nice people and I get exercise,” he says. “And I think that the key to longevity is staying active.”

Dupuis is among more than 200 volunteers who donate their time at TriCity. High schoolers, college students and adult volunteers alike have been serving the hospital since 1958, when the auxiliary was founded by a group of doctors’ wives.

Currently, volunteers serve in about a dozen departments, including the information desk, registra-

of hospital

tion, lab, ICU and the newly opened ER unit.

“Before COVID, we had a very healthy volunteer number and many more departments, about 20 departments in the hospital,” said Bunny McElliott, president of the Tri-City Healthcare Auxiliary. “But our numbers are about half of what they were prior to COVID.”

McElliott anticipates more positions will emerge due to an upcoming partnership between Sharp HealthCare and Tri-City.

According to Sharp, the Tri-City Medical Center Board of Directors voted to pursue a 30-year affiliation with Sharp, signed Dec. 12, 2025.

“Sharp will assume operational responsibility for Tri-City Medical Center’s assets and liabilities while investing at least $100 million to modernize facilities and enhance patient care,” Sharp’s website states.

Because Tri-City is a public hospital, the partnership is subject to voter approval. The measure will appear on the ballot for residents of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista and parts of San Marcos this June.

Volunteers are required to commit to at least one year at the hospital and 100 hours of service due to the extensive training and medical work involved.

McElliott acknowledged the requirement is a greater time commitment than most volunteer posi-

tions, but said it is necessary to ensure the hospital runs smoothly.

“We want to make sure we’re stocked, and we’re covering enough shifts to be helpful, and that we can depend on that,” McElliott says.

Blanca Rosales, a student at El Camino High School, has been volunteering since August and works in the surgery department.

Rosales is interested in the medical field and wanted the opportunity to try it out while still in high school.

“It’s good to get a taste,” says Rosales. “I feel like not a lot of people do. I really like just helping people, and getting that patient interaction, and generally just building connections with people and with the staff members. Some have helped me with recommendations for college. It’s really nice to have more friends around and especially to guide you through that pathway.”

Tri-City Medical Center also provides scholarships of up to $1,000 to college students in the medical field.

“I don’t know what we would do without them,” says Jennifer Paroly, president and executive director of the Tri-City Hospital Foundation. “They are the heartbeat of this hospital. They come every day with smiles and love and help and healing.”

For more information, visit tricityhospitalauxiliary.org or call 760-940-3125.

DON DUPUIS, 91, a longtime volunteer at the registration counter at Tri-City Medical Center in Oceanside, assists visitors while keeping a bag of candy and small toys on hand for patients and families. Dupuis has volunteered at the hospital for 33 years.

Photo by Jasmine Kirstein

CITY OF DEL MAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., (or as soon thereafter as practicable) in the City of Del Mar Town Hall, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, California, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the following:

Adoption of Resolution to Declare the Small CityOwned 28th Street Vacant Lot is Exempt Surplus Land in Accordance with Surplus Lands Act (APN 299-03012); and CEQA exempt under Section 15312 of the State CEQA Guidelines

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

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

If you have questions about the information in this notice, please contact Amanda Lee, Email: alee@delmar.ca.us, Phone: 858-704-3645

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

s/s Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager/ City Clerk DATE March 23, 2026

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CITY OF DEL MAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

Resolution Adopting the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 20262027 through 2030-2031

Written Comments: Members

CITY OF ENCINITAS

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL

PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers, Civic Center 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024

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, VETERANS 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 AT (760) 633-2601 AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. PARA ASISTENCIA EN ESPAÑOL, POR FAVOR LLAME AL (760) 943-2150.

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

For further information, or to review the project prior to the hearing, please contact sta or contact the Development Services Department, 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 at (760) 633-2710 or by email at planning@encinitasca.gov

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CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

160 CALLE MAGDALENA

ENCINITAS, CA 92024-3633

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

STORMWATER PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES PW-RFP-26-03

The City of Encinitas is requesting contract services for assistance in implementing data assessment and reporting for the Twenty Beaches and Creeks Bacteria TMDL and Time Schedule Order No. R9-2024-0010 (TSO), as well as as-needed professional program implementation support for its Stormwater Program. The primary portion of the scope will be focused on assessment and reporting with a secondary focus on as-needed MS4 Permit implementation tasks. This will include, at a minimum, TMDL and TSO implementation support (data assessment and reporting). Additional programmatic support and/or monitoring may be requested on an as-needed basis over the course of the agreement.

It is the intent of the City to award a contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to the selected rm.

COMPLETE RFP / CONTACT INFORMATION:

The website for this advertisement and related documents is: PlanetBids (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids). All proposal documents and project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. It is the responsibility of Proposers to check the website regularly for information updates and Proposal clari cations, as well as any addenda. To submit a proposal, a bidder must register as a vendor (planholder) and download the contract documents from the City of Encinitas Website at http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids. Proposals must be submitted electronically no later than 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026 via the PlanetBids website.

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

If you have questions about the information in this notice, please contact Polly Robertson, Email: probertson@delmar.ca.us, Phone: 858-704-3677.

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CITY OF DEL MAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., (or as soon thereafter

as practicable) in the City of Del Mar Town Hall, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, California, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the following:

Adoption of a Resolution Establishing the Date by Which Overhead Electric and Communication Facilities Shall be Removed in the Underground Utility District 1A (Stratford Court South)

Written Comments: Members

Background

On July 12, 2021, the City Council authorized formation of Utility Undergrounding District (UUD) 1A (Stratford Court South). UUD 1A includes 56 poles and 7,500 linear feet of overhead conversion to 11,165 linear feet of underground trench from 4th Street to 12th Street, including 227 properties and 464 residences.

The City’s contractor has substantially completed most of the contract work for this project and the noti ed property owners within the UUD have installed lateral conduits. The utility companies have largely completed the installation of cables and connections,

CITY OF ENCINITAS

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL

PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers, Civic Center 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024

It is hereby given that the City Council will conduct a Public Hearing on 22nd of April, at 6 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, to discuss the following item of the City of Encinitas: CASE NUMBER: PLCY-008772-2026 APPLICANT: City of Encinitas LOCATION: Citywide PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Public Hearing to consider an ordinance to amend Subsection 30.50.030 (Special Regulations) of Chapter 30.50 (Short-term Rental) of Title 30 (Zoning) and Subsection 9.38.050 (Permit Operating Requirements) of Chapter 9.38 (REGULATING SHORT-TERM RENTALS) of Title 9 (Public Safety, Peace, and Welfare) of the Encinitas Municipal Code (EMC) and the Local Coastal Program, as required by the California Coastal Commission. The modi cations include reducing the three-night minimum stay to a two-night minimum stay for non-hosted short-term rentals and adding the two-night minimum stay requirement for non-hosted units to Chapter 30.50 (Short-term Rental) of Title 30 (Zoning) of the EMC. ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a signi cant e ect on the environment. This project is also categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 Class 1 (Existing Facilities), in that the short-term rental Municipal Code amendments relate to the licensing, permitting, and operation of a short-term rental within an existing private structure that involves negligible or no expansion of use.

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

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY: This project constitutes an amendment to the LCP. If the City Council approves the amendment, the proposed LCP must be submitted to the California Coastal Commission for review and adoption. The LCP amendment will not become e ective until after adoption by the California Coastal Commission. This Notice of Availability opens a six-week public review period (April 14, 2026 through May 26, 2026) and is required to elapse prior to any nal action being taken by the City Council on the LCP amendment request.

The proposed ordinance is available for review on the City’s website at: https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/public-notices/development-services under “City Council Hearing Notices.” Hard copies will also be available for review at the City of Encinitas Development Services Department: 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024. Copies will also be available at City Hall, Encinitas and Cardi Libraries, and the Senior and Community Center during normal business hours.

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CITY OF CARLSBAD NOTICE OF PUBLIC REVIEW AND PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will conduct a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. for the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program Fiscal Year (FY) FY 2026-27 Annual Action Plan. The draft FY 2026-27 Annual Action Plan is available for a 30-day public review period beginning on Monday, March 30, 2026, and ending on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City of Carlsbad is an entitlement community and receives CDBG funds directly from HUD to address local community development needs. The draft FY 2026-27 Annual Action Plan describes the proposed projects and programs to be funded. For FY 2026-27, the City of Carlsbad anticipates an annual entitlement grant of $534,758.

The draft FY 2026-27 Annual Action Plan will be available for 30-day public review on Monday, March 30, 2025, on the city’s website: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/grants-assistance/ cdbg. Those with interest are encouraged to submit written comments and/or attend the public hearing scheduled for April 28, 2026, 5 p.m., at Carlsbad City Hall located at 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Copies of the sta report will be available by Friday, April 24, 2026, on the city’s website: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas. The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel.

To submit comments or questions, or to obtain a copy of the sta report, please contact Housing & Homeless Services Department Senior Program Manager Nicole Piano-Jones at (442) 3392191 or nicole.pianojones@carlsbadca.gov.

PUBLISH DATE: March 27, 2026

CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL

service cutovers, and overhead removals. The nal remaining step is pole removals.

If you have questions about the information in this notice, please contact Martin Boyd, Email: mboyd@delmar.ca.us, Phone: 858-375-9531

s/s Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager/ City Clerk

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CITY OF DEL MAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., (or as soon thereafter as practicable) in the City of Del

Mar Town Hall, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, California, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the following:

CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION & NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers, Civic Center 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024

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, VETERANS 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 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT (760) 633-2710 AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. PARA ASISTENCIA EN ESPAÑOL, POR FAVOR LLAME AL (760) 9432150.

It is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, the 16th day of April 2026, at 6 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, by the Encinitas Planning Commission to discuss the following hearing item of the City of Encinitas:

CASE NUMBER: PLCY-007683-2024; APPLICANT: City of Encinitas; LOCATION: Citywide; PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Public Hearing to consider an implementing ordinance for State housing bills AB 2011 and SB 6 and amendments to the Downtown Encinitas and North 101 Speci c Plans to add objective design standards as an appendix. ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The action before the Planning Commission is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under because the amended Ordinance is intended to implement Senate Bill 6 and Assembly Bill 2011 and is not considered a “project” under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code, as provided in Government Code Section 65852.24(h), Government Code Section 65912.114(r) and Government Code Section 65912.124(r). Additionally, the amendments to the Downtown Encinitas Speci c Plan and the North 101 Corridor Speci c Plan, which add objective design standards as an appendix, are exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). This exemption applies because it can be seen with certainty that the adoption of these amendments will not result in a signi cant e ect on the environment. All projects for which the objective design standards would apply, would undergo separate CEQA review and approval. STAFF CONTACT: Sara Cadona, Senior Planner: (760) 6332697 or scadona@encinitasca.gov.

The Planning Commission will be making a recommendation on the item to the City Council. The City Council will consider the item at a separately noticed public hearing.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY: This project constitutes an amendment to the LCP. If the City Council approves the amendment, the proposed LCP must be submitted to the California Coastal Commission for review and adoption. The LCP amendment will not become e ective until after adoption by the California Coastal Commission. This Notice of Availability opens a six-week public review period (April 9, 2026 through May 21, 2026) and is required to elapse prior to any nal action being taken by the City Council on the LCP amendment request.

The proposed ordinance is available for review on the City’s website at: https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/public-notices/development-services under “Planning Commission Hearing Notices.” Hard copies will also be available for review at the City of Encinitas Development Services Department: 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024. Copies will also be available at City Hall, Encinitas and Cardi Libraries, and the Senior and Community Center during normal business hours.

For further information, or to review the ordinance prior to the hearing, please contact sta or contact the Development Services Department, 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 at (760) 633-2710 or by email at planning@encinitasca.gov

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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 (4/3, 4/17 etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATIONS AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

1. PROJECT NAME: Imel Residence JADU conversion; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008738-2026; FILING DATE: 02/23/2026; APPLICANT: Anne R Imel; LOCATION: 2212 Cambridge Avenue (APN: 261-081-38); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Coastal development permit for the garage conversion to a junior accessory dwelling unit; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 11 (R11), Special Study and Coastal 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: Grant Yamamoto, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2785 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

2. PROJECT NAME: Hoch lzer detached ADUs; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008073-2025; FILING DATE: 05/06/2025; APPLICANT: Hoch lzer Properties, LLC; LOCATION: 1084 and 1086 Gardena Rd (APN: 258-272-21); PROJECT

DESCRIPTION: Coastal development permit for the construction of two detached accessory dwelling units; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 11 (R11), Coastal Zone and Special Study Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15303(b), which exempts the construction of up to six units in multi-family developments; 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) 633-2785 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATIONS AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the applications, 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 both 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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1895. Assessor’s Parcel No(s): A 0.37-acre portion of 217-161-1700, and the entirety of 217-16118-00 and 217-161-19-00.

Further information about this notice can be obtained from Sarah Clu , Senior Planner, by calling 760-744-1050 extension 3227, or via email sclu @sanmarcosca.gov.

NOTICE:

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Encroachment Permit EP26017. A request to retain an existing retaining wall, wooden fence, and 6-inch-tall rock wall within the public right-of-way at 1215 Cuchara Drive. (Applicant: Anne Marie Schur and Eduardo Schur) APN #: 300-390-11-00

Written Comments: Members of the public can participate in the meeting by submitting a written red dot comment via email to cityclerk@delmar.ca.us. The deadline to submit written

comments is 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting and the subject line of your email should clearly state the agenda item you are commenting on.

If you have questions about the information in this notice, please contact Nestor Machado, Email: nmachado@delmar.ca.us, Phone: 858-755-9314

s/s Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager/ City Clerk DATE March 23, 2026

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Planning Commission)

The Planning Commission of the City of San Marcos will hold the following public hearing in the City Council Chambers located at San Marcos City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, San

Marcos, CA 92069 at 6:30 p.m., on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Project No: GPA25-0001, R250001, MFSDP25-0001, TSM250001, and Addendum No. 1 to ND22-008.

Applicant: Paul Mayer, Santa Fe Flores, LP Request: The applicant is requesting a Multi-Family Site Development Plan modi cation to GPA 21-0008 and Tentative Subdivision Map for construction of 46 residential condominiums on 2.6 net acres.

The project includes a General Plan Amendment and Rezone to change the land use and zone of the property from Multi-Family Residential 3 (R-3-10) and Commercial (C) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3-6).

Environmental Determination: Addendum No. 1 to Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND22-008) (SCH No. 2022090486) was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (C EQA).

Location of Property:

Northwest corner of S. Santa Fe Avenue and N. Las Flores Drive, more particularly described as a Portion of Lot 4 in Block 95 of Rancho Los Vallecitos de San Marcos, in the City of San Marcos, County of San Diego, State of California, according to Map No. 806, led in the O ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County on December 21,

The Planning Division can be contacted at 760-744-1050, extension 3239 or slebaron@sanmarcosca.gov

The City of San Marcos is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in this public hearing or any other City program, service or activity, please contact the City Clerk’s o ce at 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos CA 92069, or call (760) 744-1050, Extension 3186. PD: 03/26/26.

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CITY OF SAN MARCOS, CA

ADMIN RFP 26-01

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the City of San Marcos, hereinafter referred to as Agency or City, invites proposals for the above stated services and will be available on line via PlanetBids. Proposals are due up to the hour of 2:00 p.m. on 4/17/26

WORK DESCRIPTION

The work consists of professional organization development services. See Admin RFP 2601 in Planetbids for additional information.

LOCATION OF WORK Citywide.

ESTIMATED BUDGET

The estimated budget is $225,000 for the initial year with subsequent years subject to available of funds in the City’s approved annual budget.

TERM Maximum of ve (5) years – three (3) years with two (2) one-year options to renew.

AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

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

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

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

Trustee Sale No. 25-2935 Loan No. 24-9818 Title Order No. 250698397 APN 203-10237-00 TRA No. YOU ARE IN

DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/02/2024. 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 04/22/2026 at 02:00PM, Southern California Mortgage Service, a California Corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on May 7, 2024 as Doc# 2024-0114689 of o cial records in the O ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, executed by: Lakewood Construction, Inc, a Washington Corporation, as Trustor, Smarter Capital Investments, LLC, 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: the open Plaza located between 10650 Treena Street, San Diego, CA 92131 and 10680 Treena Street, San Diego, CA 92131, 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: PARCEL 1: THAT PORTION OF LOT 41 OF SEASIDE LANDS, IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO,

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP THEREOF NO. 1722, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, JULY 28, 1921, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 41; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 41 NORTH 55° 27° EAST 120 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 34° 33’ EAST 40 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE SOUTH 55° 27’ WEST 120 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 41, AND WHICH LINE IS PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 41; THENCE NORTH 34° 33’ WEST ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 41, A DISTANCE OF 40 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: THE SOUTHEASTERLY 40 FEET OF THE NORTHWESTERLY 80 FEET OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY 120 FEET OF TRACT 41 IN SEASIDE LANDS, IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP THEREOF NO. 1722, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, JULY 28, 1921,. 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: 2650 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008. 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $1,565,994.62 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this gure prior to sale. The Bene ciary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse 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 29244 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 (858) 565-4466 or visit this Internet Web site www.scmssd.com using the le number assigned to this case 25-2935. 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 (858) 565-4466 or visit this internet website www.scmssd.com. using the le number assigned to this case 252935 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. 3/17/26

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

MORTGAGE SERVICE 10650 Treena Street Suite 201 SAN DIEGO, CA 92131 (858) 5654466 Paul Rios, President (858) 565-4466 Phone (858) 565-2137 Fax Paul@1stsecuritymortgage. com A-4869325 03/27/2026, 04/03/2026, 04/10/2026 CN 32078

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-251024764-AB Order No.: 250548285-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/18/2024. 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 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. Trustor(s): BRIAN BAUMWOLL A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 7/22/2024 as Instrument No. 2024-0187433 of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California; Date of Sale: 4/20/2026 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: $1,126,545.33 The purported property address is: 1259 LA CASA DRIVE, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 222-431-01-00 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 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: CA25-1024764-AB. 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: CA25-1024764-AB 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-25-1024764-AB 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

City of Encinitas

Public Notice of Unclaimed Checks

Pursuant to State of California Government Code Section 50050, notice is hereby given by the City of Encinitas that the following amounts, not the property of the city, have been held by the Treasurer of the City of Encinitas in the funds from which they were issued for more than 3 years. These amounts will become the property of the City of Encinitas on May 4, 2026; if no veried complaint is led and served by May 19, 2026. Any persons possessing an interest in this property may inquire with the City of Encinitas, Finance Department, 505 S. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas California 92024, call (760) 633-2638, or email Accounting@ encinitasca.gov with the subject line of “Unclaimed Check.”

SERVICE CORPORATION

TS No.: CA-25-1024764-AB IDSPub #0313621 3/27/2026 4/3/2026 4/10/2026 CN 32070

BATCH: AFC-4076, 4054, 4072 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AS SHOWN BELOW. 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.

CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Executed by: AS SHOWN BELOW, as Trustor, AS SHOWN BELOW, as Bene ciary, recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of O cial Records of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell there under recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of said O cial Records. WILL SELL BY PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH

On 4/2/2026 at 10:00 AM, AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY (FIDELITY NATIONAL TIMESHARE) 16835 W. BERNARDO DRIVE SAN DIEGO CA 92127

(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), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described as more fully described on said

Deed of Trust. 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: 6400 SURFSIDE LANE, CARLSBAD, CA, 92009 TS#, CUSTOMER REF#, ICN#, Unit/Interval/Week, APN#, Trustors, Bene ciary, DOT Dated, DOT Recorded, DOT Instrument No., NOD Recorded, NOD Instrument No., Estimated Sales Amount 110114 B0548215H MCS22052DZ 220 EVERY 52 214-010-94-00 HAROLD W ALEXANDER AND DENISE E HILLIS ALEXANDER HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 11/21/2022 12/08/2022 2022-0462239 3/24/2025 2025-0073889

$31607.37 110115 B0552695S MCS11219AZ 112 EVERY 19 214-010-94-00 HOLLYMARIE BRITT AND LAWRENCE JAMES PROKUP WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 01/27/2023 03/16/2023 2023-0066884

3/24/2025 2025-0073889

$33941.00 110118 B0542735S MCS22249BZ 222 EVERY 49 214-010-94-00 NAILAH SHARON DENISE HUBBARD A SINGLE WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 05/18/2022 06/09/2022 2022-0242222 3/24/2025 2025-0073889

$23719.41 110119 B0552085P MCS12323CZ 123 EVERY 23 214-010-94-00 ZEEMAN

JENNINGS AND CAROL JENNINGS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 02/06/2023

03/09/2023 2023-0060361

3/24/2025 2025-0073889

$32682.64 110120 B0552875S MCS23134DZ 231 EVERY 34 214-010-94-00 SHELDON MITCHELL AN UNMARRIED

MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 02/17/2023 03/16/2023 2023-0066960 3/24/2025 2025-0073889

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Chili

ad gone wrong

The Catholic Church teaches us that sloth is one of the seven deadly sins. Yet laziness is part of human nature. Perhaps that’s why Americans read 40% less today than they did 20 years ago.

It’s been proven that reading more increases one’s vocabulary, so reading less suggests the exact opposite effect. This helps explain why spelling and grammatical mistakes aren’t caught most of the time by both marketers and their customers.

Thus, it was inevitable that I’d see a diner offering “HO-Made Chili.”

Merriam-Webster defines “Ho” as slang for a promiscuous woman, though this diner was probably just saying it was homemade.

Now consider the headline reading “Kids Make Nutritious Snacks.”

I’m wondering if the kids themselves are nutritious snacks, or are they MAKING the snacks?

Every business, nonprofit, and individual must be concerned about getting their communications right. Whether it’s a social media post, banner, press release, or business card, your spelling, grammar and word choice can easily change your message’s meaning.

For almost 20 years, I’ve been writing this column.

During that time, I’ve witnessed immense value in having someone review all my writing and marketing materials.

These language-checkers have allowed me to make corrections before something goes live, ensuring control. What was said was what was meant.

With this in mind, I’d encourage you not to get cute with language. Make an extra effort to keep your communications clear and to appeal to your audience’s intelligence.

Because while it’s easy to fix a typo on your website, some things in your business will probably get printed. And the moment you print a shirt, mug, pen, brochure, or menu with a mistake in place, you’re confusing customers, wasting money, and creating instant garbage. And that’s probably not something you want on the menu!

With that said, I wish you a week of profitable marketing.

Illness that contributed to surfing style

It’s like Christmas and summer arrived at the same time as the swell jumped along with the thermometer last week. The water also seemed to have warmed a bit, and standout spots in town were sold out, playing to standing-room-only audiences.

The one-two punch of heat and humidity coincided with a water leak in our front room, which sent my wife, Tracy, our two cats, and me into the heart of Encinitas for three days. There, we were forced to endure a view uninterrupted all the way to Oahu.

As lovely as it was, when shared with a few hundred thousand strangers, tempers can flare, litter can increase, and places once visited by a few close friends can become melting

Odd Files

What’s in a Name?

It’s election time in the town of Arcis-Sur-Aube in France, where the office of mayor is up for grabs. Metro News reported on March 19 that the burg’s 2,785 people will have a choice between Charles Hittler, the incumbent, and Antoine Renault-Zielenski, the 28-yearold far-right candidate.

Hittler isn’t a fan of the fuss: “If people were talking about the town and our policies, that would be one thing,” he said. “But all they’re interested in is our names.” He said his father considered changing his name after World War II, but it would have been too expensive. The election is scheduled for March 22.

[Metro News, 3/19/2026]

Inexplicable

Most people can’t wait to leave the hospital after a stay for medical care. But at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare in Florida, one patient isn’t budging. WCTV reported on March 16 that a patient has occupied a room there since at least October, having been admitted for “acute care hospital services.”

The first formal discharge order was filed on Oct. 7, with subsequent orders filed on Nov. 24 and March 2. Hospital staff have made repeated efforts to “safely complete discharge,” including coordinating with family members and arranging transportation. A hearing is set for March 30.

[WCTV, 3/16/2026]

Incompetent

Patrick Alexander, 33, was THIS CLOSE to walking out of the Chesterfield County (Mississippi) Detention Center on March 16, having been ordered to pay a $250 bond on a trespassing charge. He handed three $100 bills to the judge, WSB-TV reported, and said, “Keep the change.”

water spot

pots of anxiety. And who am I to blame everybody for doing what everybody does? We are all influenced by the desire to be somewhere nicer or, at times, someone cooler.

When I was 13 years old, I was like every other young boy I knew in my desire to be Elvis Presley. I have evidence of that fact in a photo of myself holding an acoustic guitar, wearing a Blue Hawaii Aloha shirt, tight white shorts with black side stripes, and a fab-

But the sharp-eyed judge noticed something weird about the bills -- an unusual color, along with Chinese writing on the backs. A counterfeit detection pen backed him up -- the bills were fake. Alexander faces an additional charge of forgery, and he was returned to custody.

[WSB, 3/18/2026]

Field Report

On March 10, a man and woman from Germany, who had been trying to ski 104 miles across a frozen lake between Finland and Sweden, had to be rescued after the ice around them broke up, the New York Post reported.

They had been camping on the Gulf of Bothnia, which typically is frozen for much of the year, when almost all of their equipment went into the water. Finnish border guards received a distress signal and sent out a search plane and hovercraft. Fortunately, the couple had spelled out SOS with ice blocks and were rescued about five hours after their ordeal began. They were “of course cold” but were unharmed. [NYPost, 3/17/2026]

Ewwww

If you’re wondering where all your hair ties go, maybe check in with your family feline. United Press International reported on March 17 that the HALO No-Kill Rescue Shelter in Sebastian, Florida, recently took in Midnite, a cat who had been diagnosed with

ulous slicked-down pompadour.

Photos from a year later show me with all the grease washed from my hair, wearing baggy surf trunks, and holding a 9-foot-6 Wardy surfboard. I no longer imitated rock ’n’ roll matinee idols, but surfers like Phil Edwards, Lance Carson and Miki Dora.

Phil and Lance were powerful and elegant, while Dora seemed more calculated and conscious of being stylish. Not to say he wasn’t a good surfer — he certainly was — but in the style department, he was doing karaoke to his hero’s original music. That hero was named Matt Kivlin.

Tweaked

Malibu’s Miki Dora was famous for his caustic wit,

an intestinal blockage and marked for euthanasia at another facility.

When Midnite underwent surgery, doctors found the cause of the blockage: 26 hair ties. “This is an important reminder that small objects around the house can be incredibly dangerous for pets,” the shelter posted on Facebook. Midnite is recovering and displaying a healthy appetite. [UPI, 3/17/2026]

Tech Revolution

A 70-year-old woman in Macau, China, went to the hospital after being startled by a 4-foot-4-inch robot on March 5, the Macau Post reported. As the woman walked along the street around 9 p.m., the bot followed her; she turned around and shouted, “You’re making my heart race! You’ve got plenty to do, so what’s the point of messing around with this?”

Two police officers escorted the bot away; they later discovered it is owned by a tutorial center in the neighborhood, and the man operating it remotely said he was testing it. The bot, a Unitree G1, retails for about $13,000. The woman was released from the hospital. [Macau Post, 3/11/2026]

Entrepreneurial

Talk about making lemonade. Javier Yat, a 23-yearold mechanic in Brooklyn, New York, is lining his pockets with cash after setting up a tire station next to a huge pothole, the New York Post reported on March 17.

The World Around Us

bizarre lifestyle and inventive surfing. His land scams eventually landed him in prison, while his predatory water dance proved more elusive and earned him the nickname “The Cat.”

He did moves we’d never seen before. One move, the “nose tweak,” was not really a move at all. It was more like a salute — a punctuation mark that generations of longboarders still copy without knowing why.

You may have seen Dora in surf movies, pinching his nose while riding down the line. But why would a functional surfer like Dora perform such a nonfunctional move? Dora’s mentor, Matt Kivlin, knew exactly why.

Calling Matt Kivlin a surf legend is like calling Leonardo da Vinci an illustrator. With Velzy, Quigg

Yat works out of his van and typically runs out of replacement tires each night. “I have to pay a runner to go back and forth to the shop for me and pick up what I need,” Yat said. “I think the pothole is approximately 60 square inches and 12 inches deep,” he said. He arrives in the area around 12:30 a.m. and stays until 10 a.m., changing 15 to 20 tires each night and charging between $150 and $300 per tire. “One man’s misfortune is another man’s blessing,” Yat said. [NY Post, 3/17/2026]

Recurring Themes

On March 18, as a shopper perused the plush toys at Hobart International Airport in Australia, they spotted a cute little face peering out from the shelf -- and blinking.

The Guardian reported that a brushtail possum had made itself at home among the stuffed kangaroos and dingoes, delighting customers and staff.

Airport officials safely removed the little bundle of fur, but it’ll not be forgotten: “We’ll have a little shrine to the possum,” said Liam Bloomfield, retail manager. “There will be a nice little photo; once it gets a name, we will put a nice little post in front of the store to make sure it’s remembered.” No word on how it got through security. [Guardian, 3/19/2026]

One Way To Do It

Gustavo DeJesus Torres, 33, took his time in his bank-robbing spree, The New York Times reported on March 18, but didn’t net much of a haul. Torres robbed six banks in five days across Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx.

At each Chase branch, Torres handed the teller a note saying people would get hurt if they didn’t hand over money. He got $320 and $265 from a couple of banks, but walked away with just $20 from another. And three branches gave him nothing at all. His total “earnings” were just $605. Police are still searching for Torres, who has been charged with bank robbery before. [New York Times, 3/18/2026]

and Simmons, Kivlin ranks as one of the most influential surfers and board designers of the past century. He cast such a big shadow that his No. 1 apprentice, Miki Dora, once commented, “Nobody will ever match the style of Matt Kivlin.”

Dora was so focused on Kivlin’s method that he imitated it in sickness and in health. According to a conversation I once had with Matt, “I had a sinus infection and was blowing my nose while I surfed. A while later, I noticed Miki riding a wave, pinching his nose. That seemed strange to me, since, as far as I knew, he wasn’t sick.”

Chris Ahrens is the author of “Windansea: Life, Death, Resurrection.”

Crash victims named

By City News Service REGION — Authorities have publicly identified multiple people who lost their lives in a series of San Diego-area traffic accidents in recent weeks.

The most recent fatality occurred about 4:30 p.m. March 19, when 18-year-old Alexander Charmoli of Apache Junction, Arizona, was killed in a collision while riding a motorcycle south on Interstate 805 near Eastgate Mall in University City, according to the county Medical Examiner’s Office.

Paramedics took Charmoli to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Earlier in the week, a crash in Coronado left a bicyclist dead. James Berta, 78, of Coronado, collided with an SUV at the intersection of state Route 75 and Tulagi Road about 1:30 p.m. March 17, officials said. He died at the scene.

On March 16, Antonio Boccia, 78, was fatally injured after being struck by a vehicle in the 10000 block of Challenge Boulevard in La Mesa. He suffered severe blunt-force trauma and was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after 8:30 a.m., according to authorities.

A day earlier, about 5 p.m. March 15, 33-yearold Guillermo Hernandez of Valley Center died when his pickup truck veered into the path of an oncoming sedan in the 29200 block of Cole Grade Road, the medical examiner reported. Also killed in the crash was a passenger in the sedan, identified as 75-year-old Grace Parsons

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Keep your North County home cool this summer

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As the marine layer clears and the afternoon sun begins to bake North County, many homeowners reach instinctively for the thermostat. But according to the team at 3 Blind Mice Window Coverings, the real issue isn’t your AC—it’s your windows.

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The city of Escondido is recognized as a great place to live, something generations of families and locals can attest to.

It’s unsurprising, therefore, to see how the community has welcomed Trumark Homes’ neighborhoods, as they have broadened the opportunities for luxury living in the city.

Trumark’s award winning pedigree is reflected in several successful new home communities in Escondido, including Edencrest and Sonora Hills. The most recent is Amanda Lane, a new collection of 21 single-family homes in a bucolic location.

Situated in a scenic hillside terrain just west of the I-15 freeway, Amanda Lane is a vibrant community blending natural beauty with the modern amenities today’s homebuyers desire. Amanda Lane features four distinct single-family floorplans including one- and two-story options, all with open-concept layouts and flex spaces, on spacious lots that range from 10,000 to 20,000 square feet.

“We have received a tremendous response to the quality and craftsmanship of our homes and the highly desirable locations in which we are building,” said Richard Douglass Southern California Division President of Trumark Homes. “Amanda Lane is a perfect example of this, with our team identifying where people want to live and building the highest

quality homes with versatile and innovative designs.”

The community has attracted a mix of buyers, including professionals and empty nesters. The homes range from 3,100 square feet to 4,043 square feet, three to five bedrooms and three to four-and-a-half bathrooms. All homes include a three-car garage and private backyards with select plans offering flex spaces for a home office, guest suite or playroom. The floorplans are designed to accommodate the evolving needs of modern living.

Homebuyers also have access to Trumark’s Design Studio, offering personalization guidance with flooring and cabinetry to lighting and surface materials, all curated by the team’s professional design consultants.

Douglass noted, “Amanda Lane offers a compelling combination of ample space, modern amenities, and the flexibility to customize and grow, ensuring the homes meet each buyer’s evolving needs. It’s an exceptional community across the board.”

With its central location and rural setting, Amanda Lane’s residents enjoy access to Escondido’s historic downtown district, top-rated schools, and abundant recreational opportunities. Just a short drive from the ocean and business centers, the area offers a blend of natural beauty and urban

AMANDA LANE development just west of the I-15

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Good eats at upgraded Leucadia 7-Eleven center

Itried to dig up a name for the mini-shopping center anchored by the 7-Eleven on the corner of Leucadia Boulevard and N. Vulcan Avenue in Leucadia, but alas non was to be found. So, I’m just going to go with the Leucadia 7-Eleven center.

You may know it as the former home of Chinatown, the only Chinese/Italian restaurant I know of, which I wrote about a few years back.

The center was given a fresh look recently, and included with the upgrades were some new food tenants, Crack Taco Shop and Banzai Bowls, and a crazy good sandwich upgrade at the 7-Eleven.

I’ll start with the sandwich as I find the backstory on this fascinating.

In Japan, 7-Eleven locations are much different than here. They function almost like mini-food halls with full meals that include a range of ready-to-eat items—fried chicken, noodle bowls, dumplings, salads, desserts and the simple sandwich that has become a global sensation. The rollout started in US stores in late 2025, including in Leucadia.

The Japanese egg salad sandwich, or Tamago Sando, is simplicity defined. Two slices of crustless white bread called shokupan, a soft white loaf referred to as Japanese milk bread, that is slightly sweet and fluffy with a pillowy texture that compresses easy without falling apart.

Basically, its spongy white bread elevated to the

By City News Service

REGION — The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose today to its highest amount since Oct. 10, 2023, increasing 1.3 cents to $5.903.

The average price has risen for 35 consecutive days, increasing $1.296, including 2.7 cents on Tuesday, according to figures from the Automobile Club of Southern California and the Oil Price Information Service.

The average price is 26.8 cents more than one week ago, $1.237 higher than one month ago and $1.229 greater than one year ago. It is 53.2 cents less than the record $6.435 set on Oct. 5, 2022.

Prices were rising slightly in line with seasonal norms before the joint U.S./Israel attack on Iran

highest level.

The creamy egg filling made with Kewpie Mayonnaise is the big differentiator and primarily responsible for its international cult following. Unlike regular mayonnaise, which is made using whole eggs, Kewpie uses only egg yolks, producing a richer texture and deeper flavor. It also contains vinegar and seasoning that creates a tangy, sweet taste that works beautifully with the eggs.

The combined ingredients result in a sandwich that is luxurious way beyond its price point. Being a big fan of a well-crafted egg salad sandwich, this is one of the best I’ve had and, at $5.99, a heck of a value. I highly encourage you to give it a try. Hopefully the owners of the Leucadia store realize there is a captive audience here for higher-quality food available late night.

Next up is Crack Taco Shop, and all I should have to say to convince you to try this joint is that the crack they are referring to is Cardiff Crack. Yep, that’s the

on Feb. 28 sent oil prices higher and drastically accelerated increases at the gas pump.

The national average price rose to its highest

meat they use in their tacos and burritos, and it’s fabulous.

The co-owner/operator of the Leucadia location is the son of the founder of Seaside Market in Cardiff. That gives them instant credibility in my mind. And I must say my initial reaction was skeptical in an “OK, what about the rest of the menu?” Well, I’ve since eaten my way through most of it and it’s solid. All the breakfast burritos, a $2.95 fish taco, potato burritos and more were spot-on and really reasonably priced. Love the name Crackafornia Burrito as well.

I hate cheating on Juanita’s and Jorge’s, but when Crack Taco Shop is open 8 a.m.-11 p.m. seven days per week, they have a huge advantage over the others that close early. And the quality and variety of offerings from Crack Taco Shop is right up there with the plethora of Mexican taco shops in the area.

So next up is something I was completely unfamiliar with, the Banzai Bowls ex-

amount since Aug. 11, 2022, increasing six-tenths of a cent to $3.983. It has risen for 25 consecutive days, increasing $1.001, including 2.1 cents on Tuesday.

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perience. Founded in 2008 by the husband-and-wife team of Joe and Tiana Bard, their focus is on serving authentic, high-quality acai bowls and more inspired by the North Shore of Oahu.

Evidently there is a lack of pure acai options, so they created a thick, antioxi-

Whipping up inventive soups, sandwiches & salads with an organic focus, we’ve got more than just greens: Organic co ee & smoothies

give that a shot. Also known as dragon fruit, pitaya a tropical fruit from a cactus species native to Central America, with bright pink or yellow skin, scaly appearance and speck led edible flesh. It has a mild, sweet flavor often described as a cross between kiwi and pear, highly nutritious and packed with antioxidants, fiber and vitamin C. I was down with that nutritional powerhouse, so I went with the pupukea, a blend of apple juice or hemp milk, pitaya, banan

• Gluten-free pastries Wraps, paninis & hearty salads

• Soups made fresh, daily Catering for gatherings, events & meetings

There was a lot going on in that cup of healthy goodness, and I could see making Banzai Bowls a regular morning stop when I’m leaning healthy. I should mention that these are all made to order so it’s not fast food by any means, but that’s part of what makes it so good. The lineup besides acai and pitaya bowls includes acai and pitaya smoothies, coffee and juices. So, there you have it. Next time you are in Leucadia, stop into 7-Eleven for an elevated Japanese-style

BANZAI BOWLS, purveyor of acai and pitaya bowls and smoothies, is at the 7-Eleven center. Courtesy photo/Banzai Bowls

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An’s Gelato opening in Oceanside ‘Top Gun’ house

Creative gelato concept moving into coastal icon

By Leo Place

OCEANSIDE — After operating ice cream parlors out of a former dry cleaner’s, hat store, and electronics repair shop, the nationally-recognized An’s Gelato is preparing for takeoff at its newest location at an iconic Oceanside landmark.

An’s announced this month that it will open a new concept this summer in the historic “Top Gun” house along North Pacific Street in Oceanside. Known as An’s Gate D5, the concept will transform the historic cottage's interior into an airline terminal.

An’s Gate D5 will feature An’s signature creative touches to immerse customers in the theme. Guests will enter through a “security” checkpoint, place their order at a check-in counter, and choose from serving sizes like a “carry on” or “checked bag.”

Flavors will be inspired by global destinations, such as a Milan pistachio-based gelato, An’s said. As with other An’s locations, there will be a rotating menu of seven flavors that changes every few weeks.

“Oceanside has quickly become one of Southern California’s most exciting food destinations, blending

deep local roots with a wave of creative new experiences,” said An’s co-founder Travis Bailey. “That energy and culture is exactly what drew us here. We’re especially excited to become part of such an iconic Oceanside landmark and to bring a fresh An’s perspective to the space.”

The “Top Gun” house became a widely known landmark after its appearance in the 1986 blockbuster film starring Tom Cruise. However, its roots go back to 1888, when the Victorian-style cottage was built as the summer home of Dr.

Henry and Sarah Graves.

The house is currently preserved, one block away from its original location, as part of the Mission Pacific Beach Resort. It was restored and reopened in 2022 as hand pie shop HIGH-Pie, which vacated the location in January.

Additional details about the opening will be shared by An’s and Mission Pacific Beach Resort in the coming weeks.

An’s opened its flagship shop, An’s Drycleaning, in San Diego’s North Park in 2018. It was followed by An’s Hatmakers at Del Mar

Plaza in 2022, An’s Athletic Field Services at Petco Park in 2024, and An’s Electronics Repair in Ocean Beach in 2025.

House history

The Victorian cottage was used by the Graves as a summer home until 1905, and afterwards it was passed among several owners, including individuals, real estate companies, and even the owner of the historic Oceanside amusement park, Pacific Holidayland, according to Visit Oceanside.

For several years, it was known as the Graves House because of its original owners. The house became dilapidated over the decades, and was eventually pur-

chased in 1975 by Lynn and William Rego of West Covina, who would paint it its recognizable light-blue color.

In 1985, the Regos were contacted by Paramount Pictures, which was seeking a beachfront cottage for the filming of “Top Gun.” The cottage and the property to the rear at 112 First Street, which was built as an addition by former owner Angeline Morgan years earlier, were both used in the film.

The house became a fan attraction for years afterwards.

Per Visit Oceanside, the City of Oceanside acquired the Graves House and surrounding properties with plans to eventually develop the 475-room Manchester Resort project.

The project did not move forward, and the house became the only structure remaining on the block.

Save Our Heritage Organization advocated for the preservation of the historic home, and the Oceanside Historical Society helped to maintain the house for several years while it sat vacant.

When two new resort projects were announced in 2018, it was decided that the Graves House would be restored and used as the centerpiece of the Mission Pacific Hotel project, where it could face the ocean, aligning with its historic setting.

The Graves/“Top Gun” house was restored in its original style and reopened in 2022.

BUILT IN 1888 as the summer home of Dr. Henry and Sarah Graves, the Victorian-style cottage gained national recognition after appearing in the 1986 film “Top Gun.” The landmark is now set to house a new An’s Gelato concept. Courtesy photo/Save Our Heritage Organization

AN’S GELATO, the nationally recognized gelato shop, is set to open a new airline-themed concept, An’s Gate D5, this summer inside the historic “Top Gun” house. Courtesy photo

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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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit is estimated at AS SHOWN

ABOVE Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, may 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 to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

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 the number shown below in BOLD, using the REF number assigned to this case on SHOWN ABOVE. 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. 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

GMP681330A1Z 6813

by said Deed of Trust. IN ORDER TO BRING YOUR ACCOUNT CURRENT, PLEASE CONTACT ADVANCED FINANCIAL COMPANY AT PHONE NO. 800-234-6222 EXT 189 DATE: 3/5/2026 CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE 16835 W. BERNARDO DRIVE, SUITE 214, SAN DIEGO, CA 92127 PHONE NO. (858) 207-0646 BY LORI R. FLEMINGS, as Authorized Signor 03/13/2026, 03/20/2026, 03/27/2026 CN 31996

BATCH: AFC-4074 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AS SHOWN BELOW. 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. CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Executed by: AS SHOWN BELOW, as Trustor, AS SHOWN BELOW, as Bene ciary, recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of O cial Records of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell there under recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of said O cial Records. WILL SELL BY PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH On 4/2/2026 at 10:00 AM, AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO FIDELITY NATIONAL TIMESHARE 16835 W. BERNARDO DRIVE, SAN DIEGO CA 92127 (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), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described as more fully described on said Deed of Trust. 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: 1594 MARBRISA CIRCLE, CARLSBAD, CA, 92008 TS#, CUSTOMER REF#, ICN#, Unit/Interval/Week, APN#, Trustors, Bene ciary, DOT Dated, DOT Recorded, DOT Instrument No., NOD Recorded, NOD Instrument No., Estimated Sales Amount 111537 B0521375S GMP691404D1Z 6914 Annual 4 211-131-13-00

ROBERTO A. ACEVEDO A(N) UNMARRIED MAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 05/15/2019 05/30/2019 2019-0206740 12/4/2025 2025-0342354 $15264.52 111538 B0574295H GMP582233B1Z 5822 Annual 33 211-131-11-00 FRANK

BUMP AND MICHELLE BUMP HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 04/10/2024

01/02/2025 2025-0001066

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$42216.34 111539 B0575095H GMP541605DO 5416 Odd 5 211-130-03-00 PAULA

CANELLI A SINGLE

WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

Annual 30 211-131-13-00

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 11/04/2024

02/06/2025 2025-0030427

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$16569.62 111540 B0558775C

GMP543302BO 5433 Odd 2 211130-03-00 SARA CATHERINE

DAVIS AN UNMARRIED

WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 06/24/2023

07/20/2023 2023-0190723

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$18215.32 111541 B0503495S

GMO604313L2Z 6043 Annual 13 211-131-11-00 CONSTANCE

M. ELLINGTON A(N)

WIDOWED WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 05/10/2018

05/24/2018 2018-0210220

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$23789.10 111542 B0544885S

GMO603114A1Z 6031 Annual 14 211-131-11-00 JERMAINE

J. ERVIN AND CHERYL R.

ERVIN HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 08/02/2022

8/18/2022 2022-0333641

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$31503.26 111543 B0445395H

GMP591117E2Z 5911 Annual 17 211-131-11-00 KATHLEEN A. GUY TRUSTEE OF THE GUY TRUST DATED NOVEMBER 23 2005 GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 05/04/2015

05/21/2015 2015-0258739

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$15100.40 111545 B0444275H

GMP592252AZ 5922 Annual

52 211-131-11-00 MARION

F. HAYNES A(N) SINGLE

WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 04/01/2015

02/23/2015 2015-0196384

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$8716.28 111546 B0530905S

GMP612302D1O 6123 Odd 2 211-131-11-00 TANAYAH

L. HENRY A(N) SINGLE

WOMAN AS SOLE AND

SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 03/08/2020 04/02/2020 2020-0168648

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$15003.68 111547 B0554045S

GMP532318AO 5323

Odd 18 211-130-03-00

CHRISTOPHER M HILGER

A SINGLE MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 01/02/2023

03/30/2023 2023-0082061

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$23149.08 111549 B0507365H

GMP612340D1Z 6123 Annual 40 211-131-11-00 ERICK L.

HOUG A(N) UNMARRIED

MAN AS SOLE AND

SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 06/18/2018

08/02/2018 2018-0315920

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$16908.17 111550 B0527095H

GMP652126D1Z 6521 Annual 26 211-131-13-00 SUNNY

R. IGNES A(N) MARRIED MAN DANIELLE A. IGNES

A(N) MARRIED WOMAN

AND DANABELLE IGNES

A(N) SINGLE FEMALE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 09/06/2019

11/07/2019 2019-0511926

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$20501.60 111551 B0520305S

GMP582201D1E 5822 Even

1 211-131-11-00 DERRICK

DERAY JEFFERSON AND NICOLE EVETTE BARBER

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 04/14/2019

05/02/2019 2019-0162919

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$13424.99 111552 B0544415P

RABAE LIDGETT A SINGLE

WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 07/14/2022

08/04/2022 2022-0316688

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$40738.31 111553 B0504115H

GMP612308D1E 6123 Even 8 211-131-11-00 RICHARD LOWRY AND MICHELLE

EDWARDS-LOWRY

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 05/18/2018

06/07/2018 2018-0229990

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$9593.89 111555 B0514495S

GMP611248A1Z 6112 Annual 48 211-131-11-00 DENNIS

NECESITO AND CORINA

ISABEL NECESITO

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 11/18/2018 12/14/2018 2018-0513178

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$20413.25 111556 B0550825H

GMP693220A1O 6932 Odd 20 211-131-13-00 JOAN

MACARIO NOGUEDA REYES

AN UNMARRIED MAN AND JESSICA CLAUDIO AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 12/12/2022

02/16/2023 2023-0040130

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$23348.97 111557 B0525225S

GMP602209D1O 6022 Odd 9 211-131-11-00 COLEE

PITCHFORD A(N) SINGLE

WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 08/18/2019 09/19/2019 2019-0410437

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$13706.14 111558 B0499005H

GMP662421D1O 6624 Odd 21 211-131-13-00 DAVID L. POTIGIAN AND CARMEN

LILIANA POTIGIAN

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP.

A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 01/31/2018

02/15/2018 2018-0060414

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$13566.59 111559 B0540495C

GMO511314A1Z 5113 Annual 14 211-130-02-00 SEAN

THOMAS AND HOLLY

THOMAS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD

LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 01/31/2022

03/03/2022 2022-0096275

12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$29789.71 111561 B0509895C

GMP611452A1Z 6114 Annual 52 211-131-11-00 ESTELLE

NAOMI VAUGHN A(N)

SINGLE WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 08/17/2018

09/20/2018 2018-0393301 12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$24855.89 111562 B0504805S

GMP601320A1O 6013 Odd 20 211-131-11-00 EDUARDO

ALBERTO VAZQUEZ AND BLANCA F. CASTILLO

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND

PACIFIC CARLSBAD LP. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 04/23/2018 06/21/2018 2018-0252015 12/4/2025 2025-0342354

$16317.32

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, if any, under the terms

of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit is estimated at AS SHOWN ABOVE Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, may 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 to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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 the number shown below in BOLD, using the REF number assigned to this case on SHOWN ABOVE. 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. 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. IN ORDER TO BRING YOUR ACCOUNT CURRENT, PLEASE CONTACT

ADVANCED FINANCIAL COMPANY AT PHONE NO. 800-234-6222 EXT 189

DATE: 3/5/2026 CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE 16835 W. BERNARDO DRIVE, SUITE 214, SAN DIEGO, CA 92127 PHONE NO. (858) 207-0646 BY LORI R. FLEMINGS, as Authorized Signor 03/13/2026, 03/20/2026, 03/27/2026 CN 31993

T.S. No. 141962-CA APN: 214-353-18-46 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/26/2022. 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 On 4/6/2026 at 10:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 9/15/2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0364951 of O cial Records in the o ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: BERNADINE SIPIN, UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 874 HOLLYHOCK COURT, CARLSBAD, CA 92011 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $449,344.85 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The 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 or its predecessor 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 (855) 3133319 or visit this Internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 141962-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: E ective January 1, 2021, 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 (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 141962-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as 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 SALES INFORMATION: (855) 3133319 CLEAR RECON CORP 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 225 San Diego, California 92108 STOX 958107_141962CA 03/13/2026, 03/20/2026, 03/27/2026 CN 31991

BATCH: AFC-4073

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED SHOWN BELOW 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. NOTICE is hereby given that CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY,

as the duly appointed Trustee pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Claim of Lien executed by CORONADO BEACH RESORT OWNERS

ASSOCIATION, INC., A CALIFORNIA NONPROFIT MUTUAL BENEFIT

CORPORATION Recorded

SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. SHOWN

BELOW of O cial Records in the O ce of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California, property owned by SHOWN BELOW WILL SELL ON 4/9/2026 at 10:00 AM

LOCATION: AT THE FRONT LOCATION OF CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY (FIDELITY NATIONAL TIMESHARE) 16835 W. BERNARDO DR. #214 SAN DIEGO, CA 92127

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, business in this state, all right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, describing the land on above referred Claim of Lien. TS#, REF#, ICN, UNIT/ INTERVAL/WEEK, APN, TRUSTORS, COL DATED, COL RECORDED, COL BOOK, COL PAGE/ INSTRUMENT#, NOD RECORDED, NOD BOOK, NOD PAGE/INSTRUMENT#, ESTIMATED SALES

AMOUNT

111523 31036Z 310AZ36 310 EACH 36 537-570-69-36

EDNA WEAVER A WIDOW

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 2025-

0339640 $4391.54 111524 11426E CBR11426CE 114

EACH EVEN 26 537-572-3426 DONALD C. CONDIE AND LOUELLA J. CONDIE (OR THEIR SUCCESSORS) AS TRUSTEE OF THE CONDIE REVOCABLE TRUST DATED MARCH __ 2004 10/8/2025

10/24/2025 2025-0299100

12/2/2025 2025-0339640

$3514.11 111525 31719Z 317BZ19 317 EACH 19 537-570-75-19

ROBERT GEORGE WENDELL KAPPEL TRUSTEE OR HIS SUCCESSORS IN TRUST UNDER THE KAPPEL TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 21 2005 AND ANY AMENDMENTS

THERETO AND ANY SUBTRUSTS THEREOF 10/8/2025 10/24/2025 2025-0299100 12/2/2025 2025-0339640

$5913.47 111526 31317Z 313CZ17 313 EACH 17 537-57072-17 E. JOYCE GARRISON

A WIDOW AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $6160.33 111527 31720Z 317BZ20 317 EACH 20 537-570-75-20 KERN

E. KENYON AND JULIE

KENTON TRUSTEES OF THE KENYON FAMILY

TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 2 1992 10/8/2025 10/24/2025

2025-0299100 12/2/2025 2025-0339640 $5417.64 111528 31512Z 315BZ12 315 EACH 12 537-570-7412 LEONARD HALPERN

TRUSTEE AND FRANCES

HALPERN TRUSTEE ... OF THE HALPERN TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 6 1978 10/8/2025 10/24/2025

2025-0299100 12/2/2025

2025-0339640 $6931.20 111529 31518Z HCO31518BZ 315 EACH 18 537-570-74-18

JERROLD RAY DENCHFIELD AND ROSEZEPHA C. DENCHFIELD HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT

TENANTS 10/8/2025

10/24/2025 2025-0299100

12/2/2025 2025-0339640

$5503.60 111530 20512Z

CBR20512AZ 205 EACH 12

537-570-45-12 ROBERT C.

VAUGHN AND JOYCE M. VAUGHN HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $4791.82 111531 21252Z 212BZ52 212 EACH 52 537-570-52-52 JOHN D. MILLER AND NADINE MILLER HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $4090.23 111532 30749Z 304AZ49 307 EACH 49 537-570-66-49 FRANKLIN D. HARRISON AND BRENDA F. HARRISON HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $5757.58 111533 31513Z 315BZ13 315 EACH 13 537-570-74-13 CHRISTOPHER J. ROUIN A SINGLE MAN AND DARLEEN A. HOUSE A WIDOW AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $5250.70 111534 21722Z 217BZ22 217 EACH 22 537-570-56-22 CHARLES E. HAWKINS AND DELMA J. HAWKINS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $5063.14 111535 10713Z 107AZ13 107 EACH 13 537-570-28-13 JOHN F. JAKWAY AND CAROL A. JAKWAY HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $4322.17 111536 11545Z HCO11545BZ 115 EACH 45 537-570-35-45 JOHN F. JAKWAY AND CAROL ANN JAKWAY HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS

10/8/2025 10/24/2025 20250299100 12/2/2025 20250339640 $4168.27

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1415 ORANGE AVENUE, CORONADO, CA, 92118 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 due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee. Estimated amount with accrued interest and additional advances, if any, is SHOWN ABOVE and may increase this gure prior to sale. The claimant under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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, in accordance with the provision to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell which recorded on SHOWN ABOVE as Book SHOWN ABOVE as Instrument No. SHOWN ABOVE in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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 the phone number shown below in bold, using the Reference number assigned to this case on SHOWN ABOVE. 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. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Notice, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid assessments secured by said Notice with interest thereon as provided in said Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Notice of Assessment and Claim of Lien. IN ORDER TO PAY YOUR ACCOUNT CURRENT, PLEASE CONTACT ADVANCED FINANCIAL COMPANY AT (800) 2346222 EXT 189

Date: 3/3/2026

CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, As Trustee, 16835 W. BERNARDO DR. #214 SAN DIEGO, CA, 92127 PHONE NO. (858) 207-0646 By LORI R. FLEMINGS, as Authorized Signor.

03/13/2026, 03/20/2026, 03/27/2026 CN 31989

NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

In accordance with the provisions of the California SelfStorage Facility Act, Section 21700, et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California the undersigned will be sold at public auction conducted on STORAGETREASURES.COM on April 11th, 2026, ending at 10 am. The personal property including but not limited to: Personal and household items stored at West Coast SelfStorage Del Sur 16001 Babcock St San Diego CA 92127, County of San Diego, by the following persons:

Tenant

Jason Crowell – Unit 1001 Mir Sadat – Unit 1055

Property is sold “AS IS BASIS.” There is a refundable $100 cleaning deposit on all units. Sale is subject to cancellation. 03/27/2026 CN 32108

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code)

Escrow No. 130-8884-RK

(1) Notice is hereby given to

creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described.

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: PARKER VILLA OPCO LLC, 629 MICHAEL STREET, OCEANSIDE, CA 92057

(3) The location in California of the chief executive o ce of the Seller is: SAME AS ABOVE

(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: PHV 11 RCFE LLC, 630 MICHAEL STREET, OCEANSIDE, CA 92057

(5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are: CERTAIN FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, INVENTORY AND OTHER ASSETS of that certain business located at: 629 MICHAEL STREET, OCEANSIDE, CA 92057

(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: PARKER VILLA

(7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is APRIL 15, 2026 at the o ce of: GLEN OAKS ESCROW, 9320 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 150, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212, Escrow No. 130-8884-RK, Escrow O cer: ROBIN KIM

(8) Claims may be led with Same as “7” above.

(9) The last day for ling claims is: APRIL 14, 2026.

(10) This bulk sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE.

DATED: MARCH 16, 2026

BUYER(S): PHV 11 RCFE LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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3/27/26 CN 32095

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU014765C TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Shelby Lin Swinford led a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present name: Shelby Lin Swinford change to proposed name: Shelby Lin Zhou 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 28, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 69 of the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego CA 92101 Central Division, Hall of Justice. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120). If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection

has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required. A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies.

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

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date. Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 03/17/2026 Michael S. Groch Judge of the Superior Court 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32090

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Secs. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.) Escrow No. 164442P-CG

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/ are: BRESSI RANCH FUEL MART, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 2741 GATEWAY RD CARLSBAD, CA 92009

Doing business as: BRESSI RANCH FUEL MART

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE

The location in California of the chief executive o ce of the seller(s) is: 14964 HUNTINGTON GATE DRIVE, POWAY, CA 92064

The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: SIERRA ENTERPRISES OREGON, INC., AN OREGON CORPORATION 2741 GATEWAY RD CARLSBAD, CA 92009

The assets being sold are generally described as: BUSINESS, GOODWILL, FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY, PARTS AND OTHER TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY, ALL PETROLEUM PUMPS AND DISPENSERS, UNDERGROUND FUEL

STORAGE TANKS, CANOPIES, FUEL LINES AND INVENTORY and are located at: “BRESSI RANCH FUEL MART” 2741 GATEWAY RD CARLSBAD, CA 92009

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the o ce of: Allison-McCloskey Escrow Company, 4820 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115-4695 and the anticipated sale date is 04/15/2026.

This bulk sale IS NOT subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2, but rather to Section 24074 of the Business and Professions Code. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be led is: Allison-McCloskey Escrow Company, 4820 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115-4695, and the last date for ling claims by any creditor shall be 04/14/2026 which is the business day before the anticipated sale date speci ed above.

Dated: 03/10/26

Buyer’s Signature Sierra Enterprises Oregon, Inc., a Oregon Corporation By: /s/ RANIA DAHABREH, PRESIDENT/SECRETARY 3/27/26 CNS-4026503# CN 32088

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ELIZABETH A. WEEKS CASE NO. 26PE000699C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ELIZABETH WEEKS, ELIZABETH ANNE WEEKS, AND ELIZABETH ANNE JUSZCZAK A Petition for Probate has been led by SARAH B. WATSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN DIEGO. The Petition for Probate requests that SARAH B. WATSON 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 on APRIL 21, 2026 at 10:00am in Dept. 501 Room located at 1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA 92101, CENTRAL COURTHOUSE.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should

appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner/Attorney for

Petitioner: DAHL LAW GROUP; TYLER Q. DAHL; ELLIOTT M. HARRY, 555 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, SUITE 110, SACRAMENTO, CA 95825, Telephone: (916) 545-2790

3/27, 4/3, 4/10/26

CNS-4026491# CN 32082

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU015538C TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Frank Xiaoyu Hu and Bo Liu led a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present name: Shuwen Hu change to proposed name: Sophia Shuwen Hu 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

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without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On May 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. C-61 of the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego CA 92101 Central Division, Hall of Justice.

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

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

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: 03/20/2026

Michael S. Groch

Judge of the Superior Court 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32079

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 330-100100-CP

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

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: LAGRA 5 LLC, 2604-B EL CAMINO REAL, CARLSBAD, CA 92008

(3) The location in California of the chief executive o ce of the Seller is: SAME AS ABOVE

(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: ASRA SET INC., 315 SOUTH COAST HIGHWAY 101, UNIT U305, THE UPS STORE, ENCINITAS, CA 92024

(5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are THE FURNITURE, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, INVENTORY, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, USE OF TRADE NAME AND GOODWILL of the certain business located at: 2604-B EL CAMINO REAL, CARLSBAD, CA 92008

(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: UPS STORE #0005

(7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 04/15/2026 at the o ce of GLEN OAKS ESCROW, 2550 FIFTH AVENUE, SUITE 800, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103, Escrow No. 330-100100-CP, Escrow O cer: CHRISTOPHER PORTILLO.

(8) Claims may be led with Same as “7” above.

(9) The last date for ling claims is 04/14/2026.

(10) This Bulk Sale IS subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE

BUYER(S): ASRA SET INC.

By: /s/ REGINALD ZAINAL SINGH, CEO/CFO/SEC. 3/27/26 CNS-4025930# CN 32077

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Date of Filing Application:

February 27, 2026

To Whom It May Concern:

The Name of the Applicant is: FRENCH CORNER LLC

The applicant listed above is applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: FRENCH CORNER

1200 N Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas CA 92024

Type of License Applied For: 41 - On-Sale Beer and Wine –Eating Place

Anyone wishing to protest this application may do so by ling a protest with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within 30 days of the date of posting.

The premises are located in the City of Encinitas, County of San Diego.

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03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32072

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B&P 24074 et seq.)

Exempt from fee under GC27388.1(a)(1); Not related to real property

Escrow No. 103-040803

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) of the Seller(s), are:

RL Serrano Enterprises, Inc., 1161 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido. CA 92025

Doing Business as: Round Table

Pizza

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: Round Table Pizza at 555 West Country Club Lane, Ste. 1, Escondido. CA 92026

The location in California of the Chief Executive O cer of the Seller(s) is: 16244 Spangler Peak Road, Ramona, CA 92065

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: LazCorp Enterprises, 1015 Sendero Avenue, Escondido, CA 902025

The location and general description of the assets to be sold are 1161 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 920252214 and transfer of License No. 41 590283 of that certain business known as Round Table Pizza located at 1161 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025

The bulk sale and transfer of the Alcoholic Beverage License is intended to be consummated at the o ce of: The Heritage Escrow Company, 960 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025, Escrow No. 103-040803, Escrow O cer: Barbara Hitt, and the anticipated date of sale/ transfer is 04/14/26

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2, but is subject to Section 24074 of the Business and Professions Code. Claims will be accepted until Settlement Agent is noti ed by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control of the transfer of the permanent Alcoholic Beverage License to the Buyer. As required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professional Code, it has been agreed between the Seller and the Buyer that the consideration for transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Dated: 3/13/26

LazCorp Enterprises, a California Corporation

By: S/ Tony Simovski, President By: S/ Robert Simovski, Vice

President RL Serrano Enterproses, Inc., a California corporation

By: S/ Robert L. Serrano, Jr., President 3/27/26 CNS-4024715# CN 32063

ORDER

TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU011446N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Gregory Lee Burgess led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Gregory Lee Burgess change to proposed name: Gregory Lee CervantesBurgess 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 May 01, 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.

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.

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: 03/02/2026

Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32045

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice Stor’em Self Storage located at 4800 Paci c Hwy San Diego CA 92110 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 at the facility on 4/06/2026 at 1:00PM. Robert Tobin Unit #B003; Leah A Flanagan Unit #D015; Vanessa Sweatte Unit #H006; Almaliku Rogers Unit #M008. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 32037

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU012093N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Joseph Miguel Paez led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Joseph Miguel Paez change to proposed name: Avery Ines Paez 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 May 01, 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.

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.

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004258

Filed: Feb 24, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sand Builders. Located at: 1090 Camino Ciego, Vista CA 92084 San Diego.

Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. David Sanchez Alcantara, 1090 Camino Ciego, Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/03/2026 S/David Sanchez Alcantara, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32107

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005016

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Lunar Pilates. Located at: 11778 Carmel Creek Rd. #103, San Diego CA 92127 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. MicheeVentures LLC, 11778 Carmel Creek Rd. #103, 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: 02/18/2026 S/Michelle Drake, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32106

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005041 Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Damaterra; B. Rise Colab Studio. Located at: 3231 Business Park Dr. #C140, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Vinhoudama Chhun, PO Box 234241, Encinitas CA 92023. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/31/2025 S/Vinhoudama Chhun, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32105

Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Yard Gym Oceanside. Located at: 1722 S. Coast Hwy #B1.2, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 4062 Gar eld St. #B, Carlsbad CA 920087402. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Heckly Health and Wellness LLC, 4062 Gar eld St. #B, Carlsbad CA 92008-7402. 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/Stephen Heckly, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32104

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006536 Filed: Mar 21, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Duck Duck Platypus; B. Once Upon A Lather. Located at: 882 Buttercup Rd., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Deborah Dawn Deroma, 882 Buttercup Rd., 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/Deborah Dawn Deroma, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32103

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006603 Filed: Mar 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Anchor Paci c Property Management. Located at: 7883 Sitio Olmo, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Morgan Investment Real Estate, Inc., 7883 Sitio Olmo, 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/John Morgan, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32102

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006051 Filed: Mar 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mission Music Oceanside. Located at: 3120 San Luis Rey Rd., Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Cloutman Family LLC, 3120 San Luis Rey Rd., 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: 03/17/2026 S/Vincent Cloutman, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32097

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005387 Filed: Mar 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Little Ceasars Pizza. Located at: 1061 S. Main Ave., Fallbrook CA 92028 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. White Family Enterprises Inc., 1061 S. Main Ave., Fallbrook CA 92028. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/09/2002 S/Penny M.

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Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006294 Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County

Museum, spa bring Agua Caliente history to surface

We are standing in the plaza in front of the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Spa at Séc-he in downtown Palm Springs. At first pass, this seems like an odd pairing, but what unites the museum and spa bubbles 8,000 feet below us.

It’s a 180-degree boiling hot spring, created by runoff that has cascaded down the mountains across the street for the last 12,000 years. This water makes its way to the surface via a mileand-a-half natural pipeline, emerging at 105 degrees. As the water travels upward, it absorbs various minerals. This journey is unique because most hot springs are forced through fissures in the earth by seismic activity.

“Séc-he, which means ‘the sound of boiling water,’ is an ancient hot mineral spring that is remarkable in both form and function,” says Kate Anderson, director of public relations for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, as she ushers us into the entry of the luxurious, 2-year-old, 73,000-square-foot spa.

“Geologic surveys have

Caliente peoples lived for millennia.

“Over time, this land became the focal point of greed and ambition,” a tribal elder says in the film. “The settlers in Palm Springs coveted our land… (and disregarded) centuries of Cahuilla stewardship.”

Visitors learn how the tribe fought to regain those rights and hold on firmly to its land and culture.

Outside, the museum, spa and plaza are as enchanting as the interior.

The landscaping mimics the desert environment, employing rocks, Washingtonia palms, water features and canyon-like spaces. On this warm March morning, shade from the palms provides respite from the heat, and the sound of tumbling water provides a comforting softness.

revealed the unique nature of this ancient hot mineral spring, which is not connected to any other water source in the Coachella Valley.”

The hot springs were life-sustaining for the Agua Caliente people, who have lived in the Coachella Valley for at least 5,000 years. They used the water for drinking, bathing, cooking and healing.

The designs of both the spa and museum are inspired by the Agua Caliente people’s harmonious existence with the desert, Anderson says, and the patterns found in their artwork

and everyday tools.

The museum features two galleries.

The 10,000-square-foot Permanent Gallery introduces visitors to the Agua Caliente Indians, one of 10 bands (tribes) within the Cahuilla (ka-WEE-ah) Indians. The five exhibit spaces tell the stories of creation and migration via a digitally animated film projected onto a 360-degree screen.

Further on, there are replicas of nearby desert canyons; artifacts and artworks that include 100-yearold baskets and pottery; and a timeline of events in the

Coachella Valley and Agua Caliente history using digital projections on a large light table.

Also, under glass and dim lights, are some of the probably 8,000-year-old tools, shells and weapons uncovered during the 2018 excavation for the spa and museum.

The Permanent Gallery also pays homage to the ubiquitous Washingtonia filifera palm, the only palm native to the California desert. It provided food, clothing and shelter, and indicated the location of water.

In the other exhibit

space, the Changing Gallery, is “Section 14 The Untold Story.”

The components focus on Section 14, 1 square mile of the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation in the center of what today is downtown Palm Springs and the ancient hot mineral spring.

A 16-minute film features tribal elders who recall life on Section 14 and the struggles their families and community endured.

The exhibit also presents documentary evidence that private interests worked to deny the tribe’s rights and take the land on which Agua

In 2024, the plaza’s design earned Time Magazine’s designation as one of the World’s Greatest Spaces. The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized Native American tribe that today numbers 500-plus members. Many are listed on a large, basket-like, woven board at the museum’s entrance. The tribe’s 34,000 acres lie in portions of Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage and unincorporated Riverside County.

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THE 2-YEAR-OLD Agua Caliente Cultural Museum in downtown Palm Springs showcases the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Top right, this clay vessel, known in Spanish as an olla, was used to protect water and food from animals and the elements. The color is caused by the high iron oxide and salt content. Bottom right, this map illustrates how the federal government divided tribal land so the Southern Pacific Railroad could develop it. The destiny of Section 14, where the museum and Spa at Séc-he now stand, was hotly contested. Photos by E’Louise Ondash

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Bean, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32096

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9005659

Filed: Mar 12, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Poke Mama 808. Located at: 4885 Robertson Rd. #103, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: PO Box 570, Carlsbad CA 92018. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Kanjanar Kaeonkanraya Nakagawa, PO Box 570, Carlsbad CA 92018. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Kanjanar Kaeonkanraya Nakagawa, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32093

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9006203

Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Crown & Coast Properties. Located at: 1420 Kettner Blvd. #100, San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: 948 Lupine Hills Dr. #107, Vista CA 92081. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Mr. Sam Miskowicz, 948 Lupine Hills Dr. #107, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/11/2025 S/Mr. Sam Miskowicz, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32092

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005010

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ola o Hawai’i. Located at: 13078 Entreken Ave., San Diego Ca 92129 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Dealee Kaipo Lucas, 13078 Entreken Ave., San Diego CA 92129. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Dealee Lucas, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32091

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006568

Filed: Mar 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Gluvantix. Located at: 4757 Gateshead Rd., Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gluvantix LLC, 4757 Gateshead Rd., Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/20/2026 S/Steven Robert Brandt, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32087

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006445

Filed: Mar 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Monay Jewelry. Located at: 1765 Weatherwood Ct., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Iole Revilla, 1765 Weatherwood

Ct., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/20/2026 S/Iole Revilla, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32081

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006470 Filed: Mar 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Goose Tile. Located at: 1321 E. Indian Rock Rd., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Guzman Gaytan Cruz, 1321 E. Indian Rock Rd., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 09/19/1987 S/Guzman Gaytan Cruz, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32080

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005396 Filed: Mar 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Pure Barre Carlsbad-Oceanside. Located at: 1850 Marron Rd. #104, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 11260 Torch Cactus Dr., Las Vegas NV 89138. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. KCCM LLC, 11260 Torch Cactus Dr., Las Vegas NV 89138. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/24/2024 S/Christopher Mulkey, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32076

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003765 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Titan Beach Rentals; B. TitanBR; C. Titan Vacation Rental Consulting; D. TitanVRC. Located at: 1847 Thomas Ave. #B, San Diego CA 92109 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Titan Beach Rentals LLC, 1847 Thomas Ave. #B, San Diego CA 92109. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/05/2021 S/Je frey Nisius, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32075

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003544 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Forge Recovery Group. Located at: 570 Union St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 11 Long Ky., Hitchcock TX 77563. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Penmu Inc., 11 Long Ky., Hitchcock TX 77563. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Stacy Pena, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32074

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006278

Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Pro ts North Trading. Located at: 2020 Hacienda Dr. #A, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Robert Kenneth North Jr., 2020 Hacienda Dr.

#A, Vista CA 92081; 2. Gretchen K. North, 2020 Hacienda Dr, #A, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Robert K. North Jr., 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32073

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005573

Filed: Mar 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kevin Barrette. Located at: 734 Ida Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Barrette Medical LLC, 734 Ida Ave., Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Kevin Barrette, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32069

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003882

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

Business Name(s): A. Lovenest Doula Care. Located at: 3806 Fairmount Ave. #251, San Diego CA 92105 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Kendra Love, 3806 Fairmount Ave #251, San Diego CA 92105. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/14/2026 S/Kendra Love, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32068

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9006159

Filed: Mar 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. By Direct Experience. Located at: 3363 Tyler St. #213, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Linda Hainsworth, 3363 Tyler St. #213, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/17/2026 S/Linda Hainsworth, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32067

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004933

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mayan Roo ng. Located at: 5885 El Cajon Blvd. #204, San Diego CA 92115 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Anthony Alexnader Constancio-Lopez, 5885 El Cajon Blvd. #204, San Diego CA 92115. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Anthony Alexnader ConstancioLopez, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32066

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003902

Filed: Feb 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. People for People Online; B. Prosperology Ministries. Located at: 4225 Executive Square #600, La Jolla CA 92037 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 4967 New Port Ave. #154, San Diego CA 92107. Registrant

Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Dwan A. Thigpen, 4967 New Port Ave. PMB 12154, San Diego CA 92107. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/20/2026 S/Dwan A. Thigpen, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32065

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006212

Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Luxe Bridge Advisors. Located at: 2108 N St. #12269, Sacramento CA 95816 Sacramento. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Compass Bridge Consulting LLC, 2108 N St. # 12269, Sacramento CA 95816. 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/Enrique Lambarri, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32064

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006202 Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Stork Realty Group. Located at: 1428 Eolus Ave., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. JMJ Collective Inc., 1428 Eolus Ave., 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/Mackenzie Harder, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17/2026 CN 32062

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004549

Filed: Feb 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Subie Shop. Located at: 3210 Production Ave. #B, Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Subie Shop Inc., 321 Production Ave. #B, Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/01/2011 S/Jose Felix, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32061

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006107

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

Name(s): A. Leucadia Lift and Load. Located at: 699 N. Vulcan Ave, #8, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Colin Hayden Gillis, 699 N. Vulcan Ave. #8, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/03/2026 S/Colin Hayden Gillis, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32060

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006083

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

Business Name(s): A. Wild Made Design Landscaping. Located at: 1841 Carmelina Dr., San Diego CA 92116 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Wild Made Design Landscaping, 1841 Carmelina

Dr., San Diego CA 92116. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/20/2025 S/Eric Saline, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32059

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003183 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Dawei Consulting Group. Located at: 4209 Marvin St., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 4225 Oceanside Blvd. #257, Oceanside CA 92056. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Theodore Wilfred Gyi, 4225 Oceanside Blvd. #257, Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/01/2025 S/Theodore Wilfred Gyi, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32058

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005902 Filed: Mar 16, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Vista Coast Stucco. Located at: 1354 Austin Ct, Vista CA 92083 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Timothy Andrew Stock, 1354 Austin Ct., Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/16/2026 S/Tim Stock, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32052

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004813

Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. SMB PRO GARAGE DOOR. Located at: 4501 Mission Bay Dr. #3A, San Diego CA 92109 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. SMB HOME SERVICES LLC, 4501 Mission Bay Dr. #3A, San Diego CA 92109. 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/Simon Boganin, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32050

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005047

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa. Located at: 5921 Valencia Cir., Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rancho Valencia Resort Partners LLC, 5921 Valencia Cir., Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/01/2010 S/Jazmin Gonzalez, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32049

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005361

Filed: Mar 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. So Cal Antiques & Appliances LLC. Located at: 6118 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 200 N. El Camino Real #286, Oceanside CA 92058. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. So Cal Antiques and Appliances

LLC, 200 N. El Camino Real #286, 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: Not Yet Started S/Margaret Danise, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32048

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005704

Filed: Mar 12, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Cole Morris Designs. Located at: 1962 Misty Cir., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Landon Colwell Morris, 1962 Misty Cir., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2026 S/Landon Colwell Morris, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32047

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005764 Filed: Mar 12, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trendsetters Volleyball. Located at: 1482 La Mirada Dr., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. SoCal Athletics Inc., 1482 La Mirada Dr., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2026 S/Scott Phillips, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32046

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005642

Filed: Mar 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. FunktionUSA. Located at: 3465 Ann Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. John Kevin Bandimere, 3465 Ann Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/10/2026 S/John Kevin Bandimere, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32043

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004593

Filed: Feb 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. K1nglenz. Located at: 230 Shirley St., Chula Vista CA 91910 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Trey Kyle King, 230 Shirley St., Chula Vista CA 91910. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/19/2022 S/Trey Kyle King, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32042

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005499

Filed: Mar 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Natalia Digital Media. Located at: 2320 Rising Glen Way #306, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Natalia Betancur Salazar, 2320 Rising Glen Way #306, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First

Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/06/2026 S/Natalia Betancur Salazar, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10/2026 CN 32035

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004945 Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Court Wise Moms. Located at: 44989 Bell ower Ln., Temecula CA 92592 Riverside. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ariel Gebhard, 44989 Bell ower Ln., Temecula CA 92592. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/31/2026 S/Ariel Gebhard, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32034

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005545 Filed: Mar 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Surf Fishing in So Cal. Located at: 649 Aster St., Escondido CA 92027 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Surf Fishing in So Cal LLC, 649 Aster St., Escondido CA 92027. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/10/2026 S/Nicholas Heid, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32033

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004799 Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Fit4Fire-12. Located at: 2027 Elevada St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Christina Ortega, 2027 Elevada St., Oceanside CA 92054; 2. Eric Ortega, 2027 Elevada St., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Christina Ortega, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32032

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004404 Filed: Feb 25, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Dad’s Pizza. Located at: 342 Euclid Ave. #404, San Diego CA 92114 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. A & A Food 2026 Inc., 342 Euclid Ave. #404, San Diego CA 92114. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Sandro Isaac, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32031

Fictitious

Sobczak, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32020

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9004625

Filed: Feb 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Rampart Garage

Doors; B. Rampart Doors; C. Rampart Garage Door: D. Rampart Door; E. Rampart Garage; R. Rampart Garages. Located at: 4950 Overlook Dr., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Thomas Arnold Hannah III, 4950 Overlook Dr., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2016 S/Thomas A. Hannah III, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32019

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9004987

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. A-1 Self Storage. Located at: 3040 Oceanside Blvd., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 4579 Mission Gorge Pl. #A, San Diego CA 92120. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Caster Family Enterprises Inc., 4579 Mission Gorge Pl. #A, San Diego CA 92120. This business is conducted by: A Limited Partnership. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/1987 S/Brian R. Caster, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32018

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9005349

Filed: Mar 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Krak Boba. Located at: 4121 Oceanside Blvd. #201, Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3603 Mira Flores Ct., Oceanside CA 92056. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Oceanside Boulevard Investors LLC, 3603 Mira Flores Ct., Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Tom Ratowski, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32017

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002316

Filed: Jan 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Zion Healing San Diego. Located at: 1207 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Neural Reboot, Inc. 1207 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 08/22/2024 S/Ryan Huck, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32016

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005061

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

Name(s): A. WellBecoming. Located at: 1991 Village Park Way #2H, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: 270 N. El Camino Real #F504, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Lawrence J Miller Software Services Inc., 270 N. El Camino Real #F504, 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/Lawrence J. Miller, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32012

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003304

Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. McDearmon Family Management Company. Located at: 1554 Crest Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Amiee Marie McDearmon, 1554 Crest Dr., 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/Amiee Marie McDearmon, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32011

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005264 Filed: Mar 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Semper Genesis. Located at: 4815 Contour Ct., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Elissa Noel Duggan, 4815 Contour Ct., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 11/28/2024 S/Elissa Noel Duggan, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32010

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004532 Filed: Feb 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Soulful Sage. Located at: 7525 Jerez Ct. #L, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Christine Duncan, 7525 Jerez Ct. #L, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/05/2026 S/Christine Duncan, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32009

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005140 Filed: Mar 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Healthy Creations Cafe. Located at: 376 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Healthy Creations Cafe Inc., 376 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/04/2007 S/Rhiana Glor, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32008

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004049

Filed: Feb 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Seven Suns. Located at: 1413 Higgins St., Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Sara Leckman, 1413 Higgins St., Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Sara

Leckman, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32007

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004910

Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Painting with Rita. Located at: 2883 Demler Dr., Escondido CA 92029 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rita Maria Sta ord, 2883 Demler Dr., Escondido CA 92029. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/08/2022 S/Rita Maria Sta ord, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32005

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004952

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Tess Reaume Hair. Located at: 705 N. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Tessandra Marie Powers, 705 N. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/15/2024 S/Tessandra Marie Powers, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32003

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004619

Filed: Feb 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sol Y Mar Collective. Located at: 153 S. Sierra Ave. #3, Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Norma Alicia McConnell, 153 S Sierra Ave. #3, Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Norma Alicia McConnell, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32001

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9004816

Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Leodan Services. Located at: 306 S. Meadowbrook Dr. #H, San Diego CA 92114 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Leodan Pavon Ricardo, 306 S. Meadowbrook Dr. #H, San Diego CA 92114. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/03/2026 S/Leodan Pavon Ricardo, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 32000

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9005013

Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Kelari Party Rentals. Located at: 5674 El Camino Real #M-2, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Kelly Lynn Wells, 5674 El Camino Real #M-2, Carlsbad CA 92008; 2. Arianna Leticia Johnson, 5674 El Camino Real #M-2, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Joint Venture. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Kelly Lynn Wells, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27,

04/03/2026 CN 31999

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004695

Filed: Mar 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Golden Lynx Jewelry; B. Golden Lynx. Located at: 2801 Santa Fe Vista Ct., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Leolani Espaniola, 2801 Santa Fe Vista Ct., 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/Leolani Espaniola, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 31998

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005004 Filed: Mar 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Jonas Victor Consulting. Located at: 7705 Highwood Ave., La Mesa CA 91941 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jonas B. Victor Sr., 7705 Highwood Ave., La Mesa CA 91941. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/04/2026 S/Jonas B. Victor Sr., 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 31997

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004873

Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Aces Pool and Leak. Located at: 1884 Palisades Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Aaron Bryan, 1884 Palisades Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Aaron Bryan, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03/2026 CN 31992

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002965 Filed: Feb 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Bornemann Theatre. Located at: 555 Deer Springs Rd. Bldg 5, San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. T.E.R.I., Inc., 251 Airport Rd., Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/04/2024 S/William Mara, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31987

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9003792 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Bella Lux Entertainment. Located at: 825 S. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ashley Maerafat Akhavan, 825 S. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/17/2025 S/Ashley Maerafat Akhavan, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31985

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9004676

Filed: Feb 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Cardi Baking Company. Located at: 1820 Lahoud Dr., Cardi CA 92007 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Stock Provisions LLC, 1820 Lahoud Dr., Cardi CA 92007. 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/Jennifer Ottow, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31980

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003720 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. New World Productions. Located at: 2848 Je erson St. #110, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Justin Graham Tonnesen, 2848 Je erson St. #110, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/19/2026 S/Justin Graham Tonnesen, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31975

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003719 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Photograph Your Real Estate. Located at: 2848 Je erson St. #110, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Justin Graham Tonnesen, 2848 Je erson ST. #110, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/19/2026 S/Justin Graham Tonnesen, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31974

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004445 Filed: Feb 25, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Seaworthy Therapy. Located at: 128 S. Darien Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Megan Ann Koraly, 128 S. Darien Dr., 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/Megan Ann Koraly, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31973

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003422

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Blu side Living. Located at: 3033 India St. #8, San Diego CA 92103 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Blu s Management LLC, 3033 India St. #8, San Diego CA 92103. 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/Michael Cullen, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31972

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004723

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

Business Name(s): A. Casa Vintage & More. Located at: 1237 University Ave., San Diego CA 92103 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3468 Camino Valencia, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Casa Consignment & Estate Sale Services LLC, 3468 Camino Valenica, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Stephen H. Fantus, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31971

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004712

Filed: Mar 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. ACRE Management. Located at: 1153 Crest Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: PO Box 288, Cardi CA 92007. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. CVS Investments, PO Box 288, Cardi CA 92007. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/20/2020 S/Craig V. Stewart, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31969

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004587 Filed: Feb 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. She’s Not Sorry. Located at: 6880 Shearwaters Dr., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 7040 Avenida Encinas #386, Carlsbad CA 92011. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. INCANDERE LLC, 7040 Avenida Encinas #386, 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: 01/01/2026 S/Julie Sano, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31968

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003592

Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. SciThera Bio. Located at: 9880 Campus Point Dr. #430, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Scithera, Inc., 9880 Campus Point Dr #430, San Diego CA 92121. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/23/2026 S/Brendan Eckelman, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31967

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002674 Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Forbidden Waxing Co. 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

San Marcos nonprofit grows services for veterans

Housing, mental health treatments drive new efforts

By Cameron Adams SAN MARCOS —

When stepping into a leadership role at Wounded Warrior Homes, Rick Espitia knew he wanted to make some changes.

Espitia became executive director of the nonprofit in February 2025 after serving as its president and chairman beginning in July of the previous year. He said the organization’s ambitions were not keeping pace with the needs of the veterans it serves.

“I said, ‘What’s wrong with this place? We’re not growing, we’re static,’” he said. “So by the time the March timeframe came around, I already knew what our new programs were going to look like.”

Espitia aimed to build on the nonprofit’s existing services by expanding transitional housing, addressing a wider range of mental health needs, and creating programs tailored to women veterans and their children.

A veteran himself, Espitia deployed during the Gulf War and retired from the U.S. Marine Corps as a lieutenant colonel after 20 years of active duty and reserve service. He later moved into nonprofit accounting and finance before assuming his current role.

Wounded Warrior Homes operates offices and a food pantry in San Marcos. Its primary services have included providing food assistance to veterans across San Diego County and operating a six-unit facility in Vista for male veterans pursuing education.

Espitia said the pro-

gram is “not biased about what school you’re in,” as long as participants are working toward a career, they are eligible to stay at the North County site.

Building on that model, the nonprofit opened a home in Escondido last summer for women veterans with children.

Espitia said the residence can accommodate two families and includes a learning center to help children stay on track academically. The program is designed with safety and stability in mind.

“Let’s do it right,” Espitia said. “We’re trying to think of every precaution we can.”

Research from Brown University estimates that during the war in Afghanistan, about 24% of active-duty women experienced sexual assault, with actual rates potentially two to four times higher than official government estimates.

Espitia said partici-

pants in the women’s program work with female counselors “because they’re a non-threat,” and also receive mental health services.

New technology

Wounded Warrior Homes has also partnered with Serene Health and Peak Logic to offer Personalized Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or PrTMS, through a program called Operation Mental Health.

Espitia said he became convinced of the treatment’s value after seeing its impact on his own mental health and that of his son, also a veteran.

Dr. Kevin Murphy, who developed PrTMS, said he has treated more than 1,000 veterans. He emphasized the technology’s potential to address a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, concussions and autism.

Transcranial magnetic

stimulation works by detecting electrical activity in specific parts of the brain using electromagnetic induction through a headpiece worn by the patient.

“The speed of it tells you how many times per second your brain samples the world,” Murphy said.

Murphy said his interest in brain health began while serving as a Navy engineering officer aboard the USS Ranger during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He later pursued a medical degree at the University of Chicago, specializing in brain radiation oncology, and founded the Stereotactic Radiosurgery Program at UC San Diego in 2005.

He discovered TMS after observing that some patients successfully treated for brain tumors still experienced cognitive difficulties.

“They were having trouble with dyslexia or thinking, or judging, or planning

or having problems with the area, either from the surgery, tumor, radiation, chemo or all of them,” Murphy said. “But they’re cured. And my question was, ‘Can I fix that?’”

A healthy brain in a calm state will have alignment in the spikes of neuronal pulses.

“If my attention span area is slow, it’s hard to pay attention. If my attention span area is fast, I’m hypervigilant. If my impulse area is fast, I tend toward impulsive behavior. I’m impulsive. If my impulse area is slow, I procrastinate,” Murphy said. “It’s highly predictable of your behavior.”

He developed PrTMS as a treatment protocol to correct when the brain has difficulty aligning those pulses. It uses a proprietary harmonic approach for each patient to “tune” the brain, similar to a piano, Murphy said.

“Most guys get blown out, the piano’s not tuned,” he said. “It doesn’t matter how hard they try, it’s not going to work.”

Murphy said PrTMS is not meant to replace other forms of behavioral therapy that treat the mind. He compared it to the difference between software and hardware in a computer.

“If I’m going to play right, I need a piano teacher — that’s a therapist,” Murphy said. “We’re the guys that tune the piano.”

In a study Murphy co-authored, four to six weeks of PrTMS treatment resulted in full resolution of post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms in more than half of participating veterans.

According to Murphy, because everyone has a brain, it can fall out of sync in many ways.

“Athletes go, ‘I was unconscious, I wasn’t thinking.’ When musicians play, they aren’t thinking about the chords, they’re just playing them,” Murphy said. “That unconscious sort of zone where athletes go is what we’re finding in each patient. That’s what we’re copying. The zone’s the key thing. What’s your brain look like when you’re in the zone?”

Next steps

Espitia said three people have received a full course of PrTMS so far, but “we’ve got more in the pipeline.”

He has also applied for a grant through Fisher House to expand Operation Mental Health.

Espitia said he is always looking for ways to cut costs and expand services for veterans. He reduced the cost of operating the food pantry and said he would like to double the number of veterans benefiting from that program.

Wounded Warrior Homes also receives donations of dog food from the Helen Woodward Animal Center, which it distributes free to veterans’ service animals.

Espitia is also working

to streamline operations and more effectively track dependents — such as veterans’ children — served by the nonprofit to better match services to demand.

“It’s like the cake doesn’t taste any good,” Espitia said. “Why not? You forgot the sugar, right? Add more sugar. So we did all of that, and then we started getting ready for developing the programs.”

Man sentenced in fatal human smuggling event

One of five people charged by federal prosecutors in connection with a maritime human-smuggling event that led to the deaths of four people — including a teenager and a young girl — off the coast of northern San Diego County last year was sentenced March 23 to 10 months in prison.

The mass-casualty accident involved a boat carrying 19 people that left Mexico on May 4, 2025, and capsized off the coast of Del Mar the following day.

Emergency crews responding to the vessel found the bodies of 18-yearold Marcos Lozada-Juarez, 55-year-old Gorgonio Placido-Diaz and 14-yearold Prince Patel. Prince’s 10-year-old sister, Mahi, also died, though her remains were not discovered until several weeks later.

Several other occupants of the boat — including the children’s parents — were hospitalized with injuries ranging from minor to critical.

Two defendants were arrested on the beach, while three others were taken into custody in vehicles that had picked up some of the migrants who arrived on the vessel, prosecutors said.

The two accused of piloting the boat — Jesus Ivan Rodriguez-Leyva and Julio Cesar Zuniga-Luna — are awaiting trial, while the other three defendants have pleaded guilty and been sentenced.

Gustavo Lara was sentenced Monday. According to his plea agreement, Lara was arrested after four migrants who had been transported from the beach got into his car.

Lara’s co-defendants were sentenced last year.

Melissa Cota was sentenced to 21 months in prison. She also picked up a group of migrants who had been driven from the beach and was responsible for providing them food at a “load house,” according to prosecutors.

Sergio Rojas-Fregoso was sentenced to 16 months in prison. He admitted in a plea agreement to guiding some of the migrants who arrived on shore to vehicles, while also transporting some migrants from the scene in his own car.

— City News Service

WOUNDED WARRIOR Homes members partner with Team Depot volunteers during a service project supporting local veterans. Wounded Warrior Homes provides housing, food assistance and supportive services to veterans and their families. Courtesy photo

Fiesta del Sol back at Fletcher Cove

By Leo Place

SOLANA BEACH — Beloved Southern California music festival

Fiesta del Sol will return to Fletcher Cove in May for its 45th year, with two days of live performances from recently announced headliners.

The free festival, which also includes food, a beer garden, vendors, and a kids' zone against an ocean backdrop, takes place on the weekend of May 30-31 and is organized by the Belly Up Tavern and the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Fiesta del Sol features a main-stage lineup on both days, in addition to local community performances, such as youth music school Rockadamy and Ballet Folklórico.

Headliners for this year’s festival include ska band The English Beat on Saturday and Grammy-winning Chicano rock band Los Lobos on Sunday.

The full main stage lineup is as follows:

Saturday, May 30: The English Beat, Common

WILDFIRE

ability to drop $35,000, $50,000 for a quote that a contractor has given them,” Washington said.

Mayor John Franklin thanked the fire department for their good work and said the community is genuinely appreciative of the collaboration and education.

“Excellent work on behalf of the fire department to prevent combustible material from accumulating, which we know is really the only way to prevent fire. Everything else we do is second to that,” Franklin said.

Vista Fire is also taking steps to assist residents as they face rising fire insurance costs.

In higher-risk zones in California, some homeowners’ insurance providers have refused to renew policies or withdrawn from the market entirely. Some residents have had to seek fire-only coverage through the state’s FAIR Plan, which acts as a safety net for homeowners in highrisk zones but comes with much higher premiums and less comprehensive coverage.

Vista homeowner Deborah Brandt said she had been insured with Farmers Insurance for over 35 years, paying around $2,600 annually with a $2,500 deductible. However, Farmers dropped her after the

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of Encinitas. Parsons was transported to Palomar Medical Center in Escondido, where she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Several other fatal crashes were reported in recent days across the county.

On March 14, Ray Fredeluces, 49, of Chula Vista, was killed in a head-on collision on Otay Lakes Road

Sense, The fABBA Show, Sullvn, The Pine Mountain Logs, Atomic Groove, Jessie Lark, Rockademy, Fusion Dance, Hullabaloo's Kid Folk Music.

Sunday, May 31: Los Lobos, The McCharmlys, Seapoodle, Easy Wind, Cody Carter, The Morgan Wallen Experience, Rockademy, Jalisciense Folkloric Academy.

Fiesta del Sol runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Satur-

state’s new map designated her home as a high fire-risk area.

She had to resort to the FAIR Plan for fire coverage, and is now paying around $7,000 per year with a $10,000 deductible.

“All of this through no fault of my own. This situation is extremely concerning to me,” Brandt said. “Insurance companies must come back to California and provide reasonable rates to homeowners like me. Homeowners who have a responsibility to maintain their property should not be pushed to financial instability simply because of changing risk maps.”

Vista Fire officials said they are doing what they can to ensure people can stay insured. One strategy is for communities to pursue a Firewise designation through the National Fire Protection Association’s Firewise USA Program, which can make property owners eligible for insurance discounts.

In January, the Vista Valley Villas in the Gopher Canyon area became the first Firewise community recognized by the Vista Fire Department, after creating a wildfire risk assessment and action plan and applying through the Firewise USA Program.

“Our goal as a government agency is to do whatever we can to ensure that our residents can stay insured in case they do have a

east of Wueste Road. Authorities said an eastbound Honda sedan veered into his westbound Acura sedan shortly after 11:30 a.m. Fredeluces was pronounced dead at Scripps Mercy Hospital about an hour later.

A day earlier, Ted Zuidema, 67, of Santee, died following a predawn collision in Kearny Mesa. Zuidema was riding a 2016 Triumph motorcycle west on Balboa Avenue when it collided with a Chevrolet pick-

The aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego installed the immersive experience, which “transports guests to a fictional California mountainside to explore the forest, meadows and lake that form the Mountain Yellow-legged Frog habitat to discover their story of resilience, uncover the threats they face and learn how science and conservation are giving them a second chance,” according to a statement from the aquarium.

day and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Entry to the festival is free. However, for increased comfort and perks, visitors can purchase VIP or Seaside Pavilion tickets.

For more information, visit fiestadelsol.net.

Frog exhibit

The Birch Aquarium is inviting visitors to hop into its newest exhibit opening today, Imagine Wild: Mountain Yellow-legged Frog.

disaster,” Davidson said.

Council members said it’s crucial to lower insurance costs wherever possible.

“I know our rates doubled in the last year and a half. It’s incredibly important that we can make it more affordable for people who have homes or want to buy a home,” said City Councilmember Dan O’Donnell.

Wildfire prep

The Vista Fire Department also shared other ongoing initiatives related to fire safety, including innovative digital tools to help the department and community be better prepared.

The city will work with wildfire-risk modeling firm XyloPlan to model potential fire pathways in the city and the fire protection district. XyloPlan uses scientific calculations from recent devastating blazes, including the Palisades and Eaton fires, to inform its models.

To support education and training, the department also invested in a Simtable Platform. The interactive tabletop map can factor in a number of variables to visualize disasters such as fires and floods, as well as to plan evacuations.

Vista Unified School District is also partnering with the fire department and the city to create career pathways in wildland firefighting and emergency medicine, providing stu-

up truck just east of Ruffin Road about 5:45 a.m., according to officials. He was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital and pronounced dead roughly 90 minutes later.

Shortly before 1 a.m. on March 11, Jamison Kimbrough, 60, died after riding a bicycle into the path of a westbound Hyundai Elantra at Fanuel Street and Grand Avenue in Pacific Beach. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Mountain yellow-legged frogs are small — between 1.6 and 3.5 inches long — with females typically larger than males.

The undersides of their hind legs can range from pale yellow to orange, giving them their common name. When handled, they can emit a defensive odor that smells strongly of garlic.

Birch Aquarium opens daily at 9 a.m., with closing hours varying by day.

— City News Service

dents with the certifications and EMS training they need to work in the fire service.

Washington said this program is the first of its kind in the state and benefits students and the city. He thanked Vista Unified Superintendent Matthew Doyle for the partnership.

“It’s giving these young adults an opportunity to be successful, and we need firefighters and paramedics, so this is a great pathway,” said Washington.

Vista Fire also received a grant from the San Diego Workforce Partnership to build a dedicated vegetation management crew to assist with clearing defensible space. The California Conservation Corps is also assisting with clearing the defensible space around the city’s fire stations to further protect the community.

The department is also developing a red-flag warning program that alerts residents to extreme fire weather conditions by raising flags at Vista schools and city facilities. The program would be activated when the National Weather Service issues a red flag warning.

Vista Fire officials reminded the community to utilize emergency preparedness resources and apps, including Alert San Diego, Genasys Protect, Watch Duty, and PulsePoint.

On March 8, a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 805 in Sorrento Valley claimed the life of 26-yearold Nataliee Gonzalez. The collision occurred about 4:20 a.m. as Gonzalez was traveling north near Nobel Drive. Her vehicle struck a guardrail and a concrete barrier before catching fire, authorities said. She died at the scene.

Investigations into the crashes are ongoing.

A return to sound money

In the Austrian tradition of Ludwig von Mises and Murray Rothbard, money is not a creature of the state but a market phenomenon born of voluntary exchange. Fiat currencies, engineered through central bank credit expansion, distort price signals, breed malinvestment, and ignite the boom-bust cycle. Silver, scarce and non-replicable by decree, embodies honest money: a hedge against the inevitable depreciation of paper promises. Proponents argue that governments and central banks suppress its monetary role precisely because it exposes their inflationary schemes.

As of March 24, 2026, silver trades at approximately $69.50 per ounce on the spot market. This follows a sharp correction, from January’s reported peak above $121 to last week’s $79 close, and a 15 percent weekly drop amid synchronized selling across metals.

Year over year, prices have doubled from roughly $33 in early 2025, reflecting what some view as savers’ flight from dollar debasement. Geopolitical shocks, including escalating Middle East tensions that have driven energy prices higher, have delayed Federal Reserve rate cuts, forcing liquidation of leveraged positions.

Industrial demand from solar panels, electric vehicles, and electronics remains robust, underscoring real entrepreneurial value rather than artificial stimulus.

Austrians see this volatility as textbook interventionism, not market failure. The Fed’s post-2020 money printing binge inflated as-

set bubbles; tightening now prunes them.

Critics of the current system argue that COMEX futures and paper derivatives function like fractional reserve banking, promising more metal than exists and potentially influencing spot prices. The gold-silver ratio near 63:1 signals, in this view, silver’s relative undervaluation as monetary demand reasserts itself.

Physical premiums over futures may indicate that some investors prefer direct ownership over paper exposure.

Rothbard warned that without commodity money, the state’s monopoly breeds recurring crises, including inflation, debt defaults, and eroded purchasing power.

From this perspective, silver’s current dip is not a catastrophe but a correction that clears weak hands. Some investors favor accumulating physical ounces over ETFs and paper claims. In a world of fiat erosion, silver represents for its advocates the Austrian imperative, sound money, free prices, and individual sovereignty. The market, not the printing press, will prevail.

Hayden Gerson is an Austrian School economist focused on educating the public about precious metals and crypto. This column is not intended as investment advice. Investors should consult a professional adviser.

SOLANA BEACH’S beloved coastal music festival returns to Fletcher Cove for the weekend of May 30-31. Courtesy photo

SILVER COINS with a financial chart overlay reflects recent volatility in the metals market. Stock photo silver outlook

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EVENTS CALENDAR

MARCH 27

DIGABLE PLANETS

Grammy-winning hip-hop trio Digable Planets brings its jazz-infused sound to Belly Up, celebrating 30 years of its influential album “Blowout Comb.” Known for “Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat),” the group performs with a full band, blending classic tracks with updated live arrangements.

$49.50-$55 (21+) at 9 p.m. on March 27 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

KEVIN ROTH AND LEATEA

Acclaimed dulcimer artist Kevin Roth, a prolific singer-songwriter known for his innovative work and more than 60 albums, performs alongside San Diego singer-songwriter Leatea, who opens with a blend of acoustic folk and pop. $20–$25, 7:30 p.m. on March 27 at Templar’s Hall, Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road, Poway.

EASTER CHOCOLATE POP-UP

U.S. World Chocolate Master and Netflix personality Christophe Rull teams up with Michelin-trained chocolatier Annaluna Karkar for a two-day Easter-themed pop-up featuring handcrafted confections and seasonal treats. Guests can browse a selection of specialty chocolates alongside other festive sweets ideal for holiday gifting. Free, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 2728 at Christophe Rull Patisserie, 251 North City Drive, San Marcos.

INTERACTIVE EGG HUNT

Bressi Ranch Village Center hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt with a digital twist. Participants scan QR codes placed throughout the shopping center to access a self-guided scavenger hunt, following clues to find six hidden eggs across shops. Those who complete the hunt are entered into a drawing for gift cards valued up to $150. More info at bressiranchvillagecenter. com. Free, Bressi Ranch Village Center, 2629 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad.

‘MALTESE FALCON’

The search for the legendary black bird takes a comedic twist in this world premiere adaptation. 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.

$73.50-$78.50, through March 29 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D.

‘MATT & BEN’

Written by one of our best living comedians, Mindy Kaling, along with Brenda Withers, “Matt & Ben” is a hysterical comedy that takes an unconventional

look at two of Hollywood’s golden boys: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. When the script for the film “Good Will Hunting” mysteriously drops from the heavens, what will they do? $30-$60, March 27 to April 26 at New Village Arts, 2787 State Street, Carlsbad.

CIRCUS VARGAS

Circus Vargas proudly unveils its dynamic, new and highly anticipated “Masquerade!” Step into a world of wonder as mystery meets mastery, under the Big Top where every act pushes the limits and every moment captivates and ignites your imagination. Get your tickets at CircusVargas.com. $25-$90, through April 6 at Mershops North County Mall, 272 E Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido.

MOTHER/CHILD

A Women’s History Month exhibit exploring the bond between mothers and children through the work of three photographers. The show features Debe Arlook’s intimate documentation of caregiving, Christina McFaul’s nature-focused portraits of childhood, and Michele Zousmer’s images of Irish Traveller families. Free, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 27 at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery, 3216 E. Grand Avenue, Escondido.

DANCING IN STREETS

North City launches a free outdoor dance series held the last Friday of each month alongside its weekly farmers market. The kickoff event features line dancing led by Bella Lux Entertainment, beginning with a performance at 6 p.m., followed by a guided lesson and open dancing with a live DJ. Free, 6-8 p.m. on March 27 at North City, 250 North City Drive, San Marcos.

ORPHANED OBJECTS SALE

Refresh your wardrobe for spring with 50% off storewide on items priced $20 or more. The sale features gently used clothing, accessories and more at discounted prices. Free, 10 a.m. on March 27-29 at Orphaned Objects Designer Resale, 6525 Helen Woodward Way, Rancho Santa Fe.

MARCH 28

DEATH CAFE

Community discussion exploring end-of-life topics in an open, informal setting. Participants gather over tea and snacks to share perspectives and help break the stigma around talking about death. Held monthly on the fourth Saturday. Free (RSVP encouraged), 1011:30 a.m. on March 28 at Seaside Center for Spiritual Living, 1613 Lake Drive, Encinitas.

‘ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY’

DIGABLE PLANETS perform March 27 at the Belly Up as part of their “Blowout Comb” 30th anniversary tour. The Grammy-winning hip-hop trio blends live instrumentation with classic tracks from its influential catalog. Courtesy photo

slams its way into the world of professional wrestling, where larger-than-life personas and real-world politics collide. “The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity” is a high-octane, thought-provoking satire that leaves everything on the mat, delivering a powerful punch of humor, courage, and social commentary. $20-$60, through March 29 at Sunshine Brooks Theater, 217 N Coast Highway, Oceanside.

‘AN ACT OF GOD’ Witty, irreverent, and unexpectedly profound, “An Act of God” flips faith, power, and humanity upside down with razor-sharp humor. When God descends to Earth — alongside two long-suffering angels — to set the record straight, sacred truths collide with modern skepticism, politics, and pop culture. $35-$45, through March 29 (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.) at Scripps Ranch Theatre, 9783 Avenue of Nations, San Diego.

HOPE IN FULL BLOOM

Operation HOPE–North County hosts a fundraising gala celebrating resilience, community and women’s leadership during Women’s History Month. The evening includes dinner, live entertainment, a silent auction and personal stories. Proceeds benefit services such as shelter, trauma-informed care and housing assistance. $175–$250, 5 p.m. on March 28 at The Hidden Barn, 762 Taylor Street, Vista.

MARCH 29

THE CRUCIFIXION

Experience Sir John Stainer’s beloved Passion oratorio on Palm Sunday as Holy Week begins. Featuring choir, soloists and guest organist Ronél Wishnuff, the concert presents a moving musical reflection on Christ’s journey to the Cross. Free, 4 p.m. on March 29 atSt. Bartholomew’s Episco-

pal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway.

RAVI SHANKAR ENSEMBLE

Curated by Sukanya and Anoushka Shankar, the Ravi Shankar Ensemble is a multigenerational group of musicians celebrating the legacy of the legendary sitarist. The program pairs archival visuals with a dynamic selection of Ravi Shankar’s compositions, highlighting his lasting influence on global music.. $55-$90, 7 p.m. on March 29 at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla.

JAZZ EVENSONG

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 29 at St. Michael’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

MARCH 30

TOM CURREN BAND

Three-time world champion surfer and musician Tom Curren headlines a benefit concert supporting cancer research at UC San Diego’s Moores Cancer Center. Part of the annual Legends of Surfing and Science event, the evening features live music and special guest appearances. $38-$116.70, 8 p.m. on March 30 at Belly Up, 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

MARCH 31

OH, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY

Actor and vocalist Andrew Polec returns to North Coast Rep for a musical tribute to Broadway’s Golden Age. Featuring songs from “Oklahoma!,” “The Music Man,” “West Side Story” and “I Do! I Do!,” the performance blends classic show tunes with storytelling and humor. $42.50-$47.50, 7:30 p.m. on March 31 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach.

stone Way Suite C, Vista.

THE WAR AND TREATY Husband-and-wife duo Michael and Tanya Trotter perform their signature blend of soul, country and Americana. The Grammy-nominated act, known for powerful vocals and emotionally driven songwriting, brings songs from its latest album “Plus One,” along with fan favorites. $35-$60, 7 p.m. on April 2 at Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla.

APRIL 3

OLIVIA ROHDE

RICHARD THOMPSON

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson performs a seated show with Zara Phillips, joined by special guest Muireann Bradley. Known for his influential folk-rock sound and decades-long career, Thompson brings an intimate live performance to the Belly Up stage. $45 advance; $48-$79 (21+), 8 p.m. on March 31 at Belly Up, 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

APRIL 1

BREWERY BREADMAKING

Join Grainbakers for a hands-on, 90-minute workshop creating artisan bread using spent grain from brewing. Participants mix and shape their own dough, customizing flavors with sweet or savory additions such as herbs, cheese, fruit or chocolate, then take home an oven-ready loaf to bake. $61.50 (18+), 6:30 p.m. on April 1 at Pure Project Vista, 1305 Hot Spring Way, Vista.

THE KINGS OF QUEEN

The Kings of Queen, a nationally touring tribute band, performs a high-energy show celebrating the music of Queen. Fronted by vocalist Emo Alaeddin, the performance recreates the sound and spectacle of Freddie Mercury and the iconic rock group. $49, 6 p.m. on April 1 at Welk San Diego Theatre, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive, Escondido.

APRIL 2

BEER AND CHEESE PICNIC

Enjoy a relaxed evening of beer and cheese pairing followed by a bring-yourown picnic at the brewery. The event features five Pure Project beers paired with artisan cheeses. Guests can then enjoy their own picnic dinner, with additional beverages available for purchase. $66.63 (18+), 6:30 p.m. on April 2 at Lost Abbey Brewing Co, 1347 Key-

Singer-songwriter Olivia Rohde performs a mix of country, pop and rock, along with popular hits from the 1980s and ’90s. The Southern California native brings more than a decade of experience and a smooth, versatile vocal style to an evening of live music. Free, 7 p.m. on April 3 at L’Auberge Del Mar, 1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar.

TOM THAKKAR

Comedian Tom Thakkar, known for appearances on The Tonight Show, Comedy Central and CONAN, brings his blend of offbeat and dark humor to the stage. Drawing on his unconventional upbringing, Thakkar delivers a mix of sharp storytelling and observational comedy. $17, 7 p.m. on April 3 at Grand Comedy Club, 340 E. Grand Avenue, Escondido.

APRIL 4

MYSTIC DAZE MUSIC

The Troublemakers perform live at the weekly Vista Farmers Market, offering music alongside local vendors and fresh produce. Free, 8 a.m. on April 4 on March 22 at Vista Farmers Market, 325 S. Melrose Drive, Vista.

ST. PAUL & BROKEN BONES Alabama-based soul band St. Paul and the Broken Bones brings its high-energy live show to Del Mar, blending soul, rock, R&B and gospel influences. Known for dynamic performances and powerful vocals from frontman Paul Janeway, the group performs music from its latest album alongside fan favorites. $50, 8 p.m. April 4 at The Sound, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar.

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1. MOVIES: Who is the director of the Oscar-winning movie “Parasite”?

2. FOOD & DRINK: What is miso?

1. MOVIES: Who is the director of the Oscar-winning movie “Parasite”?

2. FOOD & DRINK: What is miso?

3. LITERATURE: What are the names of the romantic couple in “Wuthering Heights”?

4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which city’s nickname is “Pearl of the Orient”?

5. HISTORY: In what year were the first modern Olympic Games held?

6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Before becoming president, Barack Obama served as a senator from which state?

7. GEOGRAPHY: Which peninsula is the largest in the world?

8. MYTHOLOGY: Who is the Greek god of war?

9. MUSIC: Who composed the opera “The Ring of Nibelung”?

10. ACRONYMS: In computer emails, what does the acronym “CC” stand for?

Answers

2. FOOD & DRINK: What is miso?

3. LITERATURE: What are the names of the romantic couple in “Wuthering Heights”?

4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which city’s nickname is “Pearl of the Orient”?

3. LITERATURE: What are the names of the romantic couple in “Wuthering Heights”?

5. HISTORY: In what year were the first modern Olympic Games held?

4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which city’s nickname is “Pearl of the Orient”?

6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Before becoming president, Barack Obama served as a senator from which state?

7. GEOGRAPHY: Which peninsula is the largest in the world?

5. HISTORY: In what year were the first modern Olympic Games held?

8. MYTHOLOGY: Who is the Greek god of war?

9. MUSIC: Who composed the opera “The Ring of Nibelung”?

6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Before becoming president, Barack Obama served as a senator from which state?

10. ACRONYMS: In computer emails, what does the acronym “CC” stand for?

7. GEOGRAPHY: Which peninsula is the largest in the world?

Answers

1. Bong Joon Ho.

2. Fermented soybean paste.

8. MYTHOLOGY: Who is the Greek god of war?

3. Heathcliff and Catherine.

4. Manila, Philippines.

5. 1896 in Greece.

9. MUSIC: Who composed the opera “The Ring of Nibelung”?

6. Illinois.

7. Arabian Peninsula.

8. Ares.

10. ACRONYMS: In computer emails, what does the acronym “CC” stand for?

Answers

1. Bong Joon Ho.

2. Fermented soybean paste.

3. Heathcliff and Catherine.

4. Manila, Philippines.

5. 1896 in Greece.

6. Illinois.

7. Arabian Peninsula.

8. Ares.

9. Richard Wagner.

10. Carbon Copy (once used in typewriters).

1. Bong Joon Ho.

2. Fermented soybean paste.

3. Heathcliff and Catherine.

4. Manila, Philippines.

5. 1896 in Greece.

6. Illinois.

7. Arabian Peninsula.

8. Ares.

9. Richard Wagner.

10. Carbon Copy (once used in typewriters).

Bong Joon Ho. 2. Fermented soybean paste. 3. Heathcliff and Catherine.

Manila, Philippines. 5. 1896 in Greece. 6. Illinois. 7. Arabian Peninsula. 8. Ares.

Richard Wagner.

Carbon Copy (once

writers).

as a condition of project approval in 2022 to mitigate impacts on public access and beach loss caused by the seawalls.

SANDAG is required to create a new pedestrian railroad crossing at either 7th or 11th Street, an accessway from the bluffs to the beach, and an enhanced blufftop trail between 4th Street and Seagrove Park.

At the City Council meeting, SANDAG staff said they are still pursuing the improvements, but there are several challenges to navigate that were not properly explored when the project was approved.

SANDAG CEO Mario Orso said that because of the urgent need to stabilize the bluff, the agency appeared to rush into the project and mitigation. Unanticipated complications have now come up that they need to contend with.

These include higher-than-anticipated costs, limits on additional bluff grading, and the need for collaboration between several agencies for the mitigation project.

“We’re trying to balance all the requirements that are being put in. We know what the conditions are — that’s very clear,” said SANDAG CEO Mario Orso. “Now our job is figuring out if we can get there, and if not, finding a middle ground.”

Officials said the improvements will be extremely expensive, with the total cost of all three elements estimated to exceed $50 million.

SANDAG and the city have reviewed design options for rail crossings at both 11th and 7th streets, including at-grade, undercrossing, and overcrossing options, as well as ramps and stairs leading down to the beach.

On Monday, SANDAG

said an undercrossing and the pathway down to the beach will require significant grading into the bluff, which other agencies may not approve of.

The trail will be the easiest element to construct, Peace said. However, the stretch of bluff from 11th Street to Seagrove Park is very steep and narrow, and additional grading into the bluffs to create the trail could cause some issues, he said.

SANDAG is required to begin implementing the improvements by next year. However, Peace said they are consulting with the Coastal Commission about starting work on certain improvements, such as the trail, sooner while they continue to discuss the other rail crossing and beach access projects.

Orso said the agency will need to reach consensus on the improvements with not only the city, but also the North County Transit District (which owns the rail line), the California Coastal Commission, and the California

Public Utilities Commission.

“[T]he other resource agencies are gonna have to work with us, and I do not know what the outcome is going to be, I have to be quite honest with you,” said Orso.

Residents reminded SANDAG leaders that a deal is a deal. Some said the agency seemed to be trying to back out of its responsibilities, which Orso denied.

“No disrespect, but it truly does sound like you’re setting the stage for getting out of your commitments,” said resident Greg Rothnam.

This isn’t the first time residents have questioned SANDAG’s commitment to the mitigation measures. Back in 2024, residents and city officials raised eyebrows when SANDAG redirected $14.7 million set aside for mitigation to another, more shovel-ready project.

City Council members also shared concerns about SANDAG completing its requirements. However, they thanked Orso for his

transparency, communication, and commitment to working with the city.

“You’ve done a great job leading this agency on what I believe was much-needed changes,” said Mayor Tracy Martinez. “I do feel confident that you’ll do your best for Del Mar.”

Councilmember Terry Gaasterland added that she was concerned about the appearance of the new drainage channel, which replaced the previous one carved directly into the bluff. She said she thought the concrete would be given a more natural color to match the bluff around it.

“This is a fragile coastal bluff and it's beautiful, and an asphalt-like surface that’s grey is going to mar the beauty of the bluff,” Gaasterland said.

Peace said coloring the concrete channel could require additional maintenance in the long run.

Most of the remaining work on the Phase 5 bluff stabilization includes drainage improvements and rockscaping of exposed grade beams.

“Water infiltration is one of the primary causes of bluff instability, and that is why drainage improvements are a major part of Del Mar Bluffs 5,” Peace said.

Crews also recently discovered additional erosion under an existing drainage chute at Sea Cliff Way. The bluff trail will be temporarily closed between 4th Street and Sea Cliff Way to allow crews to locate the source of the erosion, repair it, and backfill the area.

Realignment

SANDAG also updated the City Council on other major rail infrastructure projects in Del Mar, including the planned rail realignment project and the San Dieguito Double Track and Special Events Platform project.

The $347 million double-tracking and special events platform project will replace the 109-yearold San Dieguito Railway River Bridge, which carries trains over the San Dieguito Lagoon, with a new concrete bridge above the floodplain.

It will also add 2.1 miles of double tracking between Solana Beach and Del Mar, and a special events platform at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

SANDAG plans to advertise the projects for bids

in the coming months, with construction planned to begin in early 2027. Environmental and geotechnical studies are continuing for the LOSSAN Rail Corridor project, which will relocate 1.7 miles of the LOSSAN (Los Angeles-San Luis Obispo-San Diego) rail corridor off of the Del Mar bluffs and further inland.

Last year, the SANDAG Board of Directors approved five options for further environmental study, three of which propose tunneling underground. These include one route running under Crest Canyon in Del Mar, one under Camino Del Mar, one starting at the San Dieguito Bridge and running east to the Interstate 5, an option to keep the tracks on the bluffs and add double-tracking, and a no-build option.

SANDAG officials announced that the California High Speed Rail Authority has agreed to be the federal lead agency for the project, a major step that will allow the project to begin the federal environmental review phase under the National Environmental Policy Act, or NEPA.

A notice of intent for the NEPA process will be issued by early 2027, kicking off a two-year window to complete the draft environmental impact report.

SURFERS PAUSE at the top of the beach access trail on March 20 at 11th Street in Del Mar to check wave conditions. The overlook, perched along the coastal bluffs beside the active rail corridor, remains a popular vantage point despite ongoing bluff construction. Photo by Leo Place

SANDAG PLANS to fence off access to the bluff top and beach at 11th Street in Del Mar for at least one year. Photo by Leo Place

THE COASTER heads south along the coastal rail line near 11th Street in Del Mar on March 20, passing through an active construction zone as SANDAG continues work on the Del Mar Bluff Stabilization Phase 5 project. The effort is aimed at reinforcing the eroding coastal bluffs and stabilizing the rail tracks above, part of a broader plan to maintain rail service along the corridor while long-term relocation options are explored. Photo by Leo Place