The Coast News, March 6, 2026

Infrastructure

Santa Fe redesign advances

Council OKs design contract for road fix

By Leo Place

ENCINITAS — The City Council approved a $459,398 design contract with Michael Baker International for the planned redo of the controversial Santa Fe Drive infrastructure project, including converting some separated bike lanes into Class II bike lanes.

The Santa Fe Drive Western Phase Improvements Project, completed last spring, is the first of two phases of a $7 million project focused on improving bike and traffic safety along Santa Fe Drive.

Focusing on the area from I-5 to Evergreen Drive adjacent to San Dieguito Academy, the $4.15 million western segment included separated bike lanes, updated striping, angled back-in parking, landscaping, and other infrastructure upgrades.

In November, the council voted to remove and replace several elements of the project following complaints from some community members, with these changes estimated to cost up to $3.6 million.

Vehicle lanes that were reduced to 10 feet in width will be widened to 11 feet; roadside planter boxes and the barrier-protected bike lane on the south side of the road will be removed and replaced with a Class II bike lane (although the protected lane on the school side will remain); and 46 back-in parking spaces will be replaced with up to 47 parallel parking spaces.

The city issued a request for proposals for a firm to design the TURN TO SANTA FE ON 31

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Man injured in Village stabbing

By Leo Place CARLSBAD

— The Carlsbad Police Department is investigating a stabbing that left an adult man injured in the downtown area early last Sunday morning.

Police responded to a reported stabbing around 1:48 a.m. on March 1 in the 400 block of Grand Avenue, near the Carlsbad Village Coaster station, according to law enforcement.

Officers located a man with multiple stab wounds and provided him with medical aid until he could be transported to the hospital, where he received treatment and is reportedly stable.

Police say the stabbing oc-

curred during a physical altercation with multiple individuals and that the suspect fled before officers arrived on the scene.

The department’s Crimes of Violence Unit is investigating the stabbing, and no arrest has been made yet.

The attack appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no known ongoing threat to the community, police said.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Chris Collier at christopher.collier@ carlsbadca.gov or 442-339-5569.

...Authorities have publicly identified six people who lost

their lives in recent weeks in San Diego-area traffic accidents.

The most recent roadway death occurred shortly before 2:30 a.m. Sunday, when Joell Jamie, 33, was struck by two vehicles in the 2000 block of West Mission Bay Drive, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office and the San Diego Police Department. She died at the scene.

The driver of the first vehicle that struck Jamie continued driving and left the area to the south, according to an SDPD statement. The other motorist involved in

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Best of North County Celebrates Village’s Local Businesses

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Now, it’s time to celebrate once again.

The Best of North County 2026 program is o cially underway, inviting readers across Carlsbad and all North County to nominate and vote for their favorite local businesses and destinations. From beloved restaurants and cozy wine bars to inspiring art galleries and trusted service providers, this is your opportunity to spotlight the places that make the Village and North County exceptional.

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Whether it’s your go-to brunch spot, your favorite yoga studio, a standout real estate professional, taco shop, bistro or a hidden-gem boutique in Carlsbad Village, every nomination helps elevate the businesses that shape our local economy and lifestyle. Last year close to 175,000 locals voted to promote their favorite businesses!

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Medal of Honor veteran receives hero’s

By Jordan P. Ingram

CARLSBAD — Retired

U.S. Navy Capt. Royce Williams returned home last week to a hero’s welcome at McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad, days after receiving the Medal of Honor during President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address in Washington, D.C.

More than 200 veterans, elected officials, family members and supporters gathered on the airport tarmac as the 100-yearold Korean War veteran stepped off a private White House aircraft, greeted by applause, handmade banners, American flags and a military band as part of a red-carpet reception organized by Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Bonsall.

Issa helped lead the yearslong effort to secure the nation’s highest military honor for Williams. Also in attendance were Vista Mayor John Franklin, San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones and Carlsbad Mayor Keith Blackburn.

Williams received the Medal of Honor on Feb. 24 in a surprise presentation during the State of the Union, when First Lady Melania Trump placed the medal around his neck — the first time the award has been presented during the annual address.

Williams, an Escondido resident, is the oldest living veteran to receive the decoration.

“I don’t know how much longer I’m going to live, but I’m going to remember that forever,” Williams told CBS8. “It was a blessed event.”

Williams was honored for his actions on Nov. 18, 1952, during the Korean War while flying a single-seat F9F Panther from the aircraft carrier USS Oriskany. During a combat air patrol near the Yalu River, Williams was attacked by seven Soviet MiG-15 fighter jets.

Outnumbered and flying what was considered an inferior aircraft, Williams fought alone for more than 35 minutes, shooting down four enemy jets before safely returning to his carrier

Cold War era.

The award was the culmination of a grassroots campaign, Operation Just Reward, led by former Navy officer Steve Lewandowski.

Working with fellow veterans, lawmakers and military leaders, Lewandowski and supporters spent years gathering documentation, building congressional backing and lobbying to waive statutory time limits.

The effort ultimately helped secure authorization in this year's National Defense Authorization Act, clearing the final legal hurdle for the president to bestow the honor more than seven decades after Williams’ combat mission.

“After all these years and hundreds of hours of effort by a lot of people — countless starts and stops — we are just so elated that Operation Just Reward is accomplishing its goal to get a great American hero the recognition he deserves,” Lewandowski previously told The Coast News.

Williams is expected to continue a series of celebrations in the coming weeks ahead of his 101st birthday in April, including a ceremony at the USS Midway in San Diego.

Military bases increase security after Iran strikes

Military bases in San Diego County and nationwide have heightened security measures following last weekend’s joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.

the Israeli operation, “Raging Lion,” began striking targets at 1:15 a.m. Eastern time Feb. 28.

Targets included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command-and-control facilities, Iranian air defense systems, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields.

As of Tuesday, at least six U.S. service members had been killed in action.

The strikes reportedly killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, who had led Iran since 1989 and was the longest-serving head of state in the Middle East. Iranian officials also said one strike killed dozens of people at a girls school.

Iran launched a counteroffensive, attacking Israel and U.S. military bases in allied Arab nations across the region, including the United Arab Emirates, Qa-

tar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq and Jordan. Many of the missiles launched at Israel were intercepted by that country’s air defense system.

President Donald Trump defended the strikes.

“The United States military is undertaking a massive and ongoing operation to prevent this very wicked, radical dictatorship from threatening America and our core national security interests,” Trump said. “We are going to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground.

“The Iranian regime seeks to kill. The lives of courageous American heroes may be lost and we may have casualties. That often happens in war, but we’re doing this not for now. We’re doing this for the future, and it is a noble mission.”

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in an aircraft later found to have sustained more than 250 bullet holes.

The dogfight remained classified for decades because of the Soviet Union’s covert involvement in the conflict, and Williams was ordered not to discuss the encounter, even with family members. His actions were initially recognized with a Silver Star, later upgraded to the Navy Cross in 2023, before Congress authorized the Medal of Honor last

year.

Speaking to the crowd last week, Williams thanked supporters for the decades of advocacy that ultimately led to the recognition.

“I have backing out here among a lot of smiling faces, and I want you to know I appreciate it,” he said.

Friends and fellow veterans described the homecoming as long overdue recognition for one of the most extraordinary aerial combat engagements of the

The increased security posture has led to traffic delays near base entrances, enhanced identification checks and access restrictions.

Naval Air Station North Island on Coronado is homeport to three aircraft carriers, including the San Diego-based USS Abraham Lincoln, which led some of the first-wave strikes Saturday.

Naval Base Coronado warned motorists of possible delays at all base entry points.

The U.S. operation, dubbed “Epic Fury,” and

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For whom the road tolls

By Jerome Stocks

This story about the state Route 125 toll road is one of incompetence, dishonesty, persistence, retaliation, whistleblowing, perseverance and, ultimately, vindication.

The California Legislature passed Assembly Bill 680 in 1989. The law was a bold experiment that created an opportunity for a new approach known as a public-private partnership, or P3, to help finance needed but expensive public infrastructure.

In other words, the law allowed the state to let private investors construct and operate public roads as toll roads to recoup their investment. State Route 91 in Orange County is one example, and state Route 125 in San Diego County is another.

It takes time to design a 10-mile road over hilly terrain, raise significant funding and secure permits for such a project. Although the bill authorizing it was passed in 1989, construction did not begin until 2003. In November 2007, the private Southbay Expressway Consortium LLC began operating the new state Route 125 toll road.

San Diego County’s first and only toll road. But sometimes timing is everything. The new road was counting on thousands of homes and businesses to be built nearby, creating a steady stream of drivers willing to pay a toll rather than sit in the gridlock expected on the parallel Interstate 805. The 2008 Great Recession, however, dashed those plans, and the customer base never materialized.

at a deep discount, easing congestion and lowering toll costs for the public.

By 2012, SANDAG was operating the toll road, and things were going well. However, the tolling system was outdated and still collected cash, adding expenses and hassles compared with a modern cashless system.

Elections happen, and between 2013 and 2016, the composition of the SANDAG board, as well as the Executive Director and al-

out or improve.

In mid 2023, SANDAG hired a new director of accounting and finance named Lauren Warrem, a certified public accountant. Warrem was not new to SANDAG, as she had worked there from 2001 to 2012 and been highly regarded, rising to a head finance position.

But upon her return, Warrem soon discovered the extent of the chaos. The ETAN Tolling Technology software, already imple-

Warrem’s story proves that one honest CPA could expose a multimillion-dollar mess without being bullied into lying to cover for a broken system.

most all of SANDAG’s executive staff, had changed. With this new crew in place, they finally went out to bid on that modern, cashless toll system for the SR-125, and in 2016, SANDAG awarded ETAN a contract to operate the back-office tolling portion of the road.

mented, was a glitch-ridden nightmare, and she spotted many anomalies, including double-billing, overcharges, failure to credit payments, and more.

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Local character takes a back seat Letters to

At a recent Encinitas City Council discussion, something refreshing happened.

A council member acknowledged what many residents have long believed: Encinitas is not typical. We are unique. We don’t pursue conventional economic development.

In her words, that approach may work in Carlsbad — “that’s like Carlsbad” — but it isn’t who we are. Encinitas, she said, requires nuance. We should “curate” the kind of private-sector activity that suits our character and direct how we move forward.

That clarity was welcome. But it also exposed a deeper irony.

When the conversation turns to state-mandated housing policy, that same language of nuance and local distinction often vanishes.

Last May, a San Francisco Chronicle column labeled Encinitas a “rich beach city” waging an anti-housing insurgency. Many residents objected to that caricature. It not only disrespected and mischaracterized the residents of Encinitas, but also ignored infrastructure constraints, wildfire realities, coastal protections, water limitations and the very character now being defended at the dais.

Yet notably, some of the same local development advocates who speak passionately about Encinitas’ uniqueness publicly praised that Chronicle narrative.

That contradiction is hard to miss.

You cannot celebrate local nuance in one context and endorse a narrative that reduces the city to a stereotype in another.

And the tension goes further.

environmental care make Encinitas different.

On the other: standardized mandates, reduced review and diminished discretion mean Encinitas is interchangeable.

Those two philosophies do not comfortably coexist.

Sacramento’s housing regime does not distinguish between Encinitas and Carlsbad. It applies formula-driven density targets to cities with vastly different geographies, infrastructure systems and community forms. It presumes centralized authority produces better outcomes than localized planning.

That philosophy treats cities as fungible — it’s the opposite of curation.

If Encinitas truly “isn’t typical,” if we are meaningfully different from Carlsbad, then we should be wary of embracing policies that assume we are not.

Housing policy is economic development policy. Zoning is economic development policy. When allowable intensity changes, land values change. Investment flows shift. Community form evolves. These are not abstract exercises; they are decisions that permanently shape neighborhoods.

When a council member says we should direct how private-sector forces shape our city — that we should proactively encourage development that “suits who we are” — that principle should not stop at storefronts and commercial tenants.

It should extend to housing form, scale, placement and pace.

You cannot curate economic development while surrendering land-use authority to Sacramento.

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Unable or unwilling to continue losing money on the project, the operators filed for bankruptcy in 2010. The road was subsequently purchased by the San Diego Association of Governments, or SANDAG, for about one-third of its construction cost. The agency promptly lowered tolls, increasing usage.

Full disclosure: At the time, I was mayor of Encinitas and chairman of the SANDAG board of directors. I remain proud of what we accomplished in securing the much-needed road

And guess what? According to multiple reports and audits, the system was a mess.

Despite that assessment, SANDAG went live with the broken system, hoping it would be fixed. Senior SANDAG officials, including then-CEO Hasan Ikhrata and Chief Financial Officer Andre Douzdjian, knew of the issues.

Not long thereafter, even though it still wasn’t working correctly, SANDAG did the typical government hubris thing: they doubled down and extended ETAN’s contract to the I-15 Fastrack Lanes as well. Things did not straighten

There were account discrepancies affecting up to 45,000 drivers, and the system couldn’t distinguish between a paid toll and a programming error. ETAN claimed it had over-customized the system and would never be able to fix it.

The ETAN president informed Douzdjian that transactions were not posting correctly to the financial system, and therefore, accurate financial reports could not be provided to toll bondholders and auditors.

Oh, that’s not good.

At a meeting in October, one SANDAG finance director suggested they not alert the auditors to the inaccuracies, but, as a certified public accountant bound by

Encinitas has long been home to environmental advocates and land-use professionals who built reputations defending CEQA, coastal oversight and careful planning. Those tools were once viewed as essential to preserving exactly the kind of community character now described as “unique” and distinct from cities like Carlsbad.

Yet today, many state housing laws narrow environmental review, streamline approvals, limit local discretion and override community-crafted zoning and planning standards, all in pursuit of production quotas.

Supporting that framework while simultaneously invoking environmental stewardship is not a balancing act.

It is a divided posture.

On one hand, local nuance, curated growth and

You cannot argue we are distinct from Carlsbad while endorsing policies that treat us the same.

And you cannot emphasize nuance when convenient and accept uniformity when expedient.

This is not an argument against housing. California needs more housing, particularly housing attainable for the community’s essential workers and their families. But the method matters.

Thoughtful planning is not obstruction. Context is not exclusion. And local discretion is not defiance.

If Encinitas’ character is worthy of protection when distinguishing ourselves from neighboring cities, then it is equally worthy of protection when confronting statewide mandates.

San Marcos school librarians spared from cuts

‘More reductions coming’ amid $11M budget shortfall

By Leo Place

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MARCOS

— A proposal to significantly reduce hours and cut benefits for elementary school librarians in the San Marcos Unified School District sparked fierce community backlash last week, as the district navigates a projected $11 million budget deficit.

On Feb. 26, the district board of trustees agreed to remove school librarians from a list of certificated and classified positions targeted for proposed layoffs and service reductions, following feedback from hundreds of families, students, and staff members.

Along with 10 library media technicians, the district proposed reducing other classified positions, including a campus supervisor, a typist clerk, and a bilingual community liaison. Certificated positions, including several middle and high school teachers, were also proposed for reductions.

Elementary school librarians were told the previous week that the district planned to cut their positions from 8 hours to 3.75 hours per day and eliminate their health benefits. At last week’s meeting, hundreds

of people packed the boardroom to protest the proposal and speak in support of librarians.

Students said their school librarians support them in their love of reading. Discovery Elementary School fourth grader Hannah Liu said she loves reading because of school librarian Marion Peña, who has made the library feel welcoming and safe.

“For me, the library is a place where I feel like I can be myself and show who I really am. If you reduce Ms. Peña's hours, many students like me will not get help

finding the books that make us love reading,” said Liu.

Several school librarians also spoke, stating that the cuts will ultimately hurt students. Dana Muldowney, the librarian at Twin Oaks Elementary, said limiting librarians creates barriers for vulnerable students who rely heavily on the school library.

“Many of our students lack access to books and formational tools at home. They do not have transportation to go to public libraries. Having a full-time librarian at each school guarantees equal access

to literature, information, and student support,” Muldowney said.

Peña said that in addition to having 32 different classes of students per week at the Discovery Elementary library, she is responsible for finding and purchasing new books and running the book fair, which is the main way the library makes money. She would have no time to do either of those things anymore.

In addition, there is no way she could afford to stay in her role with such a huge reduction in hours, she said.

“Basically, with it being

a 3.75-hour position, the library would pretty much close,” Peña said. “I wouldn’t stay. It’s just crazy.”

The district is required to issue preliminary notices of staff cuts by March 15. After hearing from the public, the board agreed to exclude the librarian positions from the proposed cuts and asked the district to consider other options in the meantime.

Trustee Lena Meum said while she understood that the district was trying not to fully cut the librarian positions, the severe reductions in hours would create an unlivable situation for them.

“I think we’re gonna have a bunch of vacant library positions,” said Meum. “I know there are gonna be cuts, and they're gonna be people cuts. But when I look at what the people cuts are here, they are

student-facing, and that is my concern.”

District officials explained that these are very difficult decisions, but because around 85% of the budget goes toward paying staff, avoiding personnel cuts is impossible at this point. The proposed cuts to certificated and classified staff would only save the district around $1.6 million out of an $11 million deficit.

Superintendent Andy Johnsen warned that there will be more cuts down the road.

“This is going to be a multiyear problem for us. This conversation is going to be ongoing,” Johnsen said. “There will be more reductions coming.”

Trustees said they understood the clear need for cuts, but that they were not

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Fallbrook Avocado Festival is April 19

Fallbrook, California has long been known for growing avocados and sharing its love for them at their annual Avocado Street Festival. Held each year in the spring, this festival highlights the community’s agricultural roots in a friendly, smalltown atmosphere.

Hundreds of booths line Fallbrook’s Main Avenue, attracting thousands of people for a day of fun, food, music, and avocado-themed contests. This year’s festival will be held on Sunday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vendors are encouraged to have avocado-themed products, foods, and specialty goods. A favorite is the “official” guacamole of the festival made by local provider Holy Guacamole.

Though avocados are the celebrated food of the day, visitors will find a wide variety of dining options at the festival. Those with a sweet tooth will find an array of desserts offered at the festival, including ice cream, funnel cakes, and cookies. Plenty of ice-cold drinks are available at the booths as well, including ice cold beer and local wine in the Main Stage area.

Don’t expect to leave the Fallbrook Avocado Festival empty-handed. With over 450 booths, there is a lot of shopping available. Unique crafts, jewelry, bath and body products, clothing and so

Escondido upholds ICE contract

By Cameron Adams ESCONDIDO —

After hours of emotional testimony and a lengthy, contentious debate, the Escondido City Council declined last week to revisit an existing contract allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to train at a police-owned firing range.

Before a crowded chamber, Police Chief Ken Plunkett told the City Council at its Feb. 25 meeting that the more than 250-acre firearms facility provides a “unique, open-space environment” that is "well suited for firearms, scenario-based and specialized training" by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.

The facility includes three shooting ranges — two available for rent — along with two portable classrooms and a scenario-based training area.

“Members of Escondido Police Department do not provide training to outside law enforcement agencies that contract to rent the facility,” Plunkett said. “Contracted agencies must supply their own trainers, safety officers and equipment.”

— there’s a definite need,” Barker said.

Cannon estimated between 100 and 200 protesters gathered before lining up to enter the council chambers.

Both the chambers and the Mitchell Room, an overflow viewing room, reached capacity, leaving many attendees outside watching proceedings on their phones as chants of “Let us in” echoed outside City Hall.

much more.

There is a Farmers Market area in the festival where avocados can be found along with a variety of locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as gorgeous flowers, plants, and herbs. Plus, the Artisan Walk on Alvarado features local handmade artisan goods and food.

There’s never a dull moment at the festival, which offers entertainment and activities for everyone. Local music and dance performances at both the Main Stage beer and wine garden and the community stage are provided for everyone’s enjoyment.

Contests abound at the Fallbrook Avocado Festival, including Bestdressed Avocado, children’s avocado derby racing called the “Avocado 500,” Best Guacamole, Little Mr. and Miss Avocado, Avocado Holding Contest and Avocado Costume Contest.

Fallbrook is conveniently located in San Diego County and is conveniently located near Orange, Riverside and Los Angeles counties – all within driving distance. The festival makes for a great day-trip experience. Convenient shuttles are readily available. For shuttle stops and parking and more information, go to www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org.

Fallbrook looks forward to seeing everyone on April 19!

The facility currently has agreements with 20 agencies and has been used by the Department of Homeland Security and ICE since at least 2013, based on records reviewed by Plunkett. Escondido police have maintained a contract with ICE each year since rangeuse agreements were formalized in 2018.

The current contract — first reported by L.A. Taco — was signed Jan. 14, according to documents reviewed by The Coast News. The federal procurement agreement runs through Jan. 14, 2029, at $22,500 annually, for a total of $67,500.

Under the Memorandum of Agreement outlining the arrangement, “either party may terminate the MOA immediately upon written notice,” Plunkett said.

The city rents the range only to Homeland Security Investigations, which investigates crimes including human trafficking, money

laundering and drug smuggling, according to Plunkett.

“Currently, the HSI unit out of San Diego is the only DHS agency that has contracted use of our range,” Plunkett said, adding the department does not rent the facility to ICE's Enforcement and Removal Operations unit.

Mayor Dane White confirmed with City Manager Sean McGlynn that the council is not required to approve contracts under $200,000 and that the city likely maintains thousands of similar agreements.

Neither McGlynn nor City Attorney Michael McGuinness could recall another instance in which the council terminated a contract without cause.

“We don’t hire anybody, we have nothing to do with business licenses or building permit applications or recreation or anything like that,” White said. “Our job is policy.”

White said the city functions best when elected officials leave day-to-day operations to professional administrators.

“When council members or mayors get involved in operations, it creates confusion about who has the authority,” White said. “Where do you draw the line? There is nowhere to draw it because this is political, and the only thing that this serves is chaos.”

Councilmember Consuelo Martinez later moved to cancel the agreement. The proposal drew a standing ovation from attendees

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but failed to receive the required second from another council member, preventing a vote.

Local voices

The meeting followed a rally outside Escondido City Hall, which included speeches, anti-ICE signs, and volunteer peacekeepers wearing bright yellow reflective vests.

Organizer Richard Cannon said the peacekeepers were present to help de-escalate tensions and ensure safety.

“We usually try to have peacekeepers at every rally,” Cannon said.

Speakers included attorney and civil rights advocate S.G. Sarmiento, Valley Center Democratic Club President Jim Nielsen and Vista City Councilmember Corinna Contreras.

“We have no safeguards against this unconstitutional terror from the Trump administration,” Contreras said. “We see ICE and the destruction and terror that they bring into these communities.”

Jennifer Barker and Rebecca Littlejohn, activists from Valley Center, said they learned about the rally during a recent vigil for ICE victims.

“These are our neighbors, our friends,” Littlejohn said. “Maybe it’s a different community, but they’re in our community.”

After learning about the firing range agreement, she recalled thinking, “‘What? That can’t be true.’”

Barker and Littlejohn said they are organizing a food pantry to support residents who may be afraid to leave their homes amid immigration enforcement operations.

“There’s a need for it

City Clerk Zack Beck repeatedly assured attendees that everyone would have an opportunity to speak, noting capacity limits were set by the fire marshal for safety reasons.

Public comment lasted nearly four hours, with speakers allotted two minutes each. The overwhelming majority of public speakers urged council members to cancel the contract.

During a recess, Beck displayed two stacks of yellow speaker cards, each roughly an inch thick, when asked how many people had signed up.

Speakers ranged from longtime residents to firsttime participants, including two eighth graders and a man in his 70s. Others included Escondido mayoral candidate Elias Velazquez and county supervisor candidate Kyle Krahel.

Some warned elected officials they would face political consequences if the contract remained in place. One woman cried while recounting a personal encounter with ICE and was comforted by another attendee.

Reverend Margaret Decker of the Escondido Interfaith Alliance also spoke against the contract, along with members of Sowing Seeds of Dignity, including Simón Guzmán, who urged council members, “Please don’t end the conversation here.”

Many attendees wore yellow stickers reading “Cancel the Contract Now!” while others carried signs criticizing ICE.

Ron Willis, who said he has more than 50 years of firearms training experience, argued immigration agents needed more legal instruction rather than additional range time.

“How to shoot is easy to train,” Willis said. “When to shoot is difficult.”

Some speakers compared ICE agents to Nazis, while others read Bible passages or historical writings, including excerpts from “The Diary of Anne Frank.”

Only two speakers supported continuing the contract. Barry Speer, a longtime Escondido resident, said “often well-intended, loud voices distort the quieter majority.”

Mary Davis, an experienced markswoman, said continuing the agreement provided “a public service” by helping officers maintain firearm proficiency.

“I have not heard a single person talk about these children,” Davis said while holding a poster featuring

Carlsbad planners OK Roosevelt condos project

By Jordan P. Ingram

CARLSBAD — A 33unit mixed-use condominium project proposed in the heart of the Village advanced last month over objections from residents and advocacy groups about parking, infrastructure and neighborhood compatibility.

The Carlsbad Planning Commission voted 6-1 on Feb. 18 to recommend approval of the Rincon Roosevelt project at the corner of Roosevelt Street and Beech Avenue in the Village & Barrio Master Plan area.

Commissioner Kelley Lafferty was the lone dissenting vote.

The project, slated for a 0.69-acre site near the Carlsbad Village train station, would demolish the existing eight-unit apartment complex and commercial buildings at 2747 and 2775 Roosevelt Street and replace them with a four-story mixed-use building.

The proposal includes 3,419 square feet of groundfloor retail space below residential condominium units, and 42 covered parking spaces — 38 for residents and four for commercial use.

“The project before you serves to transform what is today an underutilized parking lot into a vibrant, mixed-use community that will provide needed housing options and support small businesses through the creation of the retail space,” said developer Jonathan Frankel of Rincon Homes.

According to Frankel, Rincon is also dedicating 11 feet along Roosevelt Street for a wider public sidewalk “to facilitate a really nice sidewalk and parkway experience.”

The project will consist of 33 condominiums, including five deed-restricted affordable units — four for low-income households and one for extremely low-income households.

Frankel said the project features 15 one-bedroom apartments, developed in response to feedback from young couples and movedown buyers who expressed a desire for smaller units.

“Nearly 50% of this project is provided as one-bedroom units,” Fran-

an aging 6-inch sewer line along the shared property line is deteriorating and at risk of failure.

“The almost 80-yearold sewer should be replaced and/or repaired,” wrote attorney Michael Klein on Straesser’s behalf. “The perfect time to address the replacement/repair of the sewer main is during the excavation and grading phase of the development.”

building and create unsafe gathering areas.

“Those two alleys on the side yards are the big concern that I hope we can work out,” she said. “That’s a really big safety concern for me.”

Lafferty questioned why the building was not moved to eliminate one of the corridors, improve visibility, and enhance pedestrian safety along Roosevelt Street.

to a “big white box” and noting that the front elevation is incompatible with the “Village feel.”

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kel said. “That’s a product type you rarely see for sale in the Village, or really anywhere in North County.”

Under the state density bonus law, Rincon Homes is requesting 11 waivers of development standards — including building height, setbacks and parking requirements — and is claiming exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Due to its proximity to the Carlsbad Village Station, the project also qualifies for reduced parking requirements under California’s transit proximity housing law, or Assembly Bill 2097. The law prohibits cities from imposing minimum parking requirements on projects located within one-half mile of a major transit stop unless there are specific health or safety concerns.

Together, these state laws significantly limit the city’s ability to require additional parking or deny the requested waivers.

Parking

Parking, long a sticking point in the Village, emerged as a primary concern for residents and local groups. The development has proposed 42 parking spaces, well short of the 59 spaces typically required for a project of its size under the Village & Barrio Master Plan, according to the Equitable Land Use Alliance.

The Carlsbad-based nonprofit said the project is “using another state law to provide less than the city’s minimum parking,” arguing that residents and visitors likely won’t rely on the area’s limited transit and instead park on nearby streets.

“ELUA is concerned

that the project’s users will not be willing or able to use the low-frequency transit system, and instead use scarce neighborhood on-street parking, the post office parking lot, or other parking,” the group wrote.

The group requested a condition that would allow the city to exclude project residents from any future neighborhood parking permit program if parking shortages arise.

Frankel, however, defended the parking plan.

“We are acutely aware that parking remains a key issue throughout the Village area,” Frankel said. “Despite state law allowing very limited parking as a result of our proximity to transit, we have elected to include 42 parking spaces in the project.”

Frankel added that the company anticipates adding at least 10 additional spaces in the garage using parking lifts — a mechanical system that stacks vehicles vertically, allowing multiple cars to fit within the footprint of a single parking space.

The final number of additional spaces will be determined during the design phase, Frankel said.

Commissioner Spencer Burrows acknowledged residents’ concerns about parking in the Village but noted that state law limits the city’s discretion.

“I’m also concerned about parking in the Village,” he said. “But I recognize that we’re bound by density bonus and transit-related parking laws.”

Infrastructure

Nearby property owner Ralph Straesser, whose State Street property abuts the project, warned that

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City staff, however, said the project will not connect to the rear sewer line but will instead tie into the Roosevelt Street system.

Straesser also objected to proposed drainage changes at the site, arguing that the grading plan alters natural water flow and could flood his property during heavy storms.

In response, staff said that the project will improve drainage, reducing runoff at the northwest corner of the site from 2.08 cubic feet per second to 0.05 cubic feet per second.

“We understand the city staff claims a mere trickle will result,” Klein wrote. “My client begs to differ.”

Lafferty had safety concerns about narrow sideyard access areas required for drainage and fire access, ultimately citing the issue as a primary reason for voting against the project. Specifically, Lafferty warned that the narrow corridors, located on either side of the structure, could create concealed areas behind the

Senior Planner Shannon Harker said the side corridors are largely the result of technical and safety requirements rather than design. Specifically, the setbacks are needed to accommodate stormwater treatment basins required under state and city regulations.

The additional space also allows emergency access around the building, in accordance with a plan already approved by the fire department, Harker said.

Frankel said the areas are not intended to function as public walkways and would likely be secured or gated to prevent access behind the building, though security details will be finalized during the design phase.

Despite Lafferty’s concerns, the majority of commissioners felt the design met safety requirements and did not warrant denying the project.

Village resident and architectural professional Lori Robbins criticized the building’s design, likening it

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“The massive white square is just waiting for a Macy’s sign,” Robbins said, adding that wood detailing and Juliet balconies could make a big difference. “A project of this scale should be 360 degrees. Future projects behind the building shouldn’t have to be subjected to a ‘back alley’ aesthetic.”

However, supporters said the project would transform an underutilized Village property into much-needed housing near transit and services.

Carlsbad resident David Pierce spoke in favor of the project, arguing that new market-rate housing can reduce rent pressure on older, naturally affordable apartments.

“Every new market-rate home helps lower rent for low-income earners,” Pierce said. “It might be counterintuitive, but the data bears it out.”

Commissioner Nicholas Foster described the site as underutilized and ripe for reinvestment.

“This is such an awesome spot, and it’s so neglected right now,” Foster said. “Putting retail there is a no-brainer.”

The Planning Commission’s approval of the Rincon Roosevelt project now sends the development to the City Council for final review.

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

The following Class is a part of the settlement:

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

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

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

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

HEALTH CARE AWARD

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan received Scripps President’s Award in recognition of her office’s efforts to reduce crimes involving workplace violence against hospital workers in the region.

Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder said the health system’s highest honor celebrated the fact that Stephan’s “leadership is helping us continually improve the way we protect and bring justice for frontline health care workers all across San Diego County.”

The DA’s Office has prosecuted 125 cases of hospital-related violence since July 2023, including 88 felonies countywide and 37 misdemeanor cases outside of the City of San Diego, according to a release. Stephan said that the award reflects “the extraordinary work” of her team, including the dedicated Hospital Workforce Violence Task Force.

“Our message is clear,” Stephan said. “You don’t get to threaten, spit on, beat, or stab the devoted hospital staff without facing justice.”

TRIBAL LEADERSHIP

The Jamul Indian Village joined the California Tribal Business Alliance. The alliance was founded in 2004 for tribal members from across the state to address legislative and regulatory issues; advocate for access to funding and other

programs; and coordinate around other shared concerns, including housing, health care, public safety, environmental stewardship, water and economic or energy development.

Robert Smith — chairman of both the CTBA and the Pala Band of Mission Indians — said that Jamul Indian Village will bring a “respected leadership and a thoughtful policy perspective.” Jamul Indian Village is one of 12 federally recognized tribes that make up the Kumeyaay Nation of Southern California.

“Jamul Indian Village believes that meaningful progress happens when tribal leaders come together to address shared priorities in a trusted setting,” Chairwoman Erica Pinto said.

“CTBA provides a forum where tribes can tackle complex policy issues, support one another, and advance solutions that strengthen our communi-

ties while respecting tribal sovereignty.”

SENIOR EXPO

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Live Boldly. Live Well.” Senior Lifestyle Expo hosted a record number of attendees this year. Over 350 people, including Mayor Bruce Ehlers, came together to learn from and chat with a variety of local business experts in health, housing, finance, travel, fitness and senior services, as well as the services of the Live Well on Wheels bus.

“The energy in the room was incredible,” said Encinitas Chamber of Commerce CEO Carol Knight. “People came ready to connect, learn and explore new possibilities. ‘Live Boldly. Live Well.’ truly reflects the spirit of our community, and it was inspiring to see so many individuals empowered and excited about this next chapter of life.”

RESTAURANT OPENING

Ono Hawaiian BBQ opened a new location in Escondido. The location is the first of five planned for San Diego County, according to a release. “We’re beyond excited to finally open our doors in Escondido and share the flavors, energy and Aloha spirit that make Ono special,” said Christine Jan, marketing director at Ono Hawaiian BBQ. The restaurant, founded in 2002, currently has 120 locations in California and Arizona.

ROBOTICS TEAM

The Grauer School’s FTC Shockwave #3848 Robotics Team outdueled 21 other high school teams at the league championships held at Sage Creek High School. With the victory, the team advances to regional competitions to be held on March 7. “The team was happy with their performance and nearly all aspects of the robot worked really well,” said Morgan Brown, Shockwave coach.

NAVAL PUPS Shelter to Soldier received $5,000 from national nonprofit Petco Love. Shelter to Soldier is an Oceanside-based nonprofit that connects service dogs with post-9/11 and Gulf War veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries, military sexual trauma and similar mental health conditions. The money is earmarked for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dog program which trains and readies adopted dogs for life aboard U.S. Navy ships, providing emotional wellness and other mental health benefits to sailors and Marines. Raider was commissioned aboard the USS Makin Island in November, and Lady is expected to be commissioned aboard the USS Boxer.

BOBCAT REWILDS

A bobcat kitten that was found in poor health in San Clemente in October, has been returned to the wild after four months of intensive rehabilitation at San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center. She was found unresponsive and needed CPR as well as a blood transfusion.

In Ramona, the kitten was housed in an outdoor enclosure designed to mimic its natural environment in order to build strength, develop hunting skills and recover her coat. She was released back into her native habitat Feb. 22.

“The kitten arrived in incredibly poor shape, battling everything from parasites to extreme malnutrition,” said Alexis Wohl, Wildlife Veterinary Manager at SDHS. “Seeing this patient transform from an emaciated kitten with little fur, into a healthy, powerful bobcat ready for the wild is the ultimate reward for our team.”

Gas prices continue to increase

By City News Service

SAN DIEGO — The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County recorded its largest increase since Oct. 31 on Wednesday, rising 7 cents to $4.807, its highest amount since Nov. 23. The average price has increased for 14 consecutive days, rising 20 cents during that stretch, including 3.9 cents on Tuesday, according to figures from the Automobile Club of Southern California and the Oil Price Information Service.

It is 14.1 cents more than one week ago, 30.7 cents higher than one month ago and 5.4 cents greater than one year ago.

Despite the recent increases, the average price remains $1.628 lower than the record $6.435 set on Oct. 5, 2022. The national average price rose 8.9 cents to $3.198, its highest level since Sept. 19.

Pets of the Week

HAWK is the Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. He is a 16-year-old, 11-pound miniature poodle mix. Hawk returned to RCHS after his owner of eight years died. He loves walks and a cuddle afterward. He has lived with other dogs and cats, so he plays well with others. He is house trained and appreciates a routine.

The $75 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.

ALEXANDER is the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s pet of the week. He is a 3-old pug blend with a white coat. Alexander is visually impaired, so he can take a minute to acclimate and adjust to his surroundings. Timid at first, once you win his trust, he can be a loyal companion that relishes the safety and comfort you provide.

All pets adopted from HWAC are altered, up-todate on vaccinations and micro-chipped for identification.

Visit HWAC at 6523 Helen Woodward Way in Rancho Santa Fe, Kennels are open Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (by appointment only). Information: call 858756-4117, option #1 or visit animalcenter.org.

SALLY is the San Diego Humane Society’s pet of the week. She is a threeyear-old, 72-pound great pyrenees mix.

Sally came to the SDHS with her puppies, but now that they’re grown, she’s ready for her next chapter. Sally rewards attention with her signature tail swoosh and broad smile. She loves to chase a tennis ball, but would do better in a house as the only dog and with kids older than 7. Sally is at the Oceanside 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 Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Oceanside, San Diego, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Vista. Information: visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Casa de Amparo opens transitional living facility

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SAN MARCOS — Casa de Amparo is offering a helping hand to young women in need of safe housing in North County, opening seven beds in a new transitional living program at its San Marcos campus.

On Feb. 26, the child abuse prevention nonprofit officially opened four apartment units that will house seven female youth ages 1821 for up to 18 months, while providing wraparound services to help them find permanent housing.

Eligible participants include homeless or housing-insecure young women who don’t have a safe place to stay, have been kicked out of their homes, are couch-surfing, are living on the street, or are at risk of becoming homeless, according to Casa de Amparo.

“Our program provides 18 months of stable housing, case management, life skills development, education and appointment support, and a community of adults who show up consistently,” said Director of Transitional Housing Elyse James.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is providing Casa de Amparo $350,000 annually for the next three years to run the program, with a 10% match from the organization.

The program includes three two-bedroom units and one one-bedroom unit on the campus. Each apartment unit features private bedrooms and bathrooms, a kitchen with new appliances, a living room, and an inunit washer and dryer.

Casa de Amparo expects to receive their first clients by this week. Agencies such as San Diego Res-

cue Mission and the County of San Diego are already referring potential clients whom they have connected with through outreach.

Angel Lopez, who conducts outreach and case management in the city of Vista for San Diego Rescue Mission, said it’s challenging to find housing programs to support homeless and at-risk youth. For them, the transitional living program at Casa de Amparo is a game-changer.

“We get a lot of youth clients. It’s been very difficult finding them a place to go,” Lopez said. “We’ve already sent out applications.” Homeless transition-age youth in San Diego County, which includes youth ages 18 to 24, are “woefully” undercounted in San Diego County, said Regional Task Force on Homelessness CEO Tamara Fuller.

This is partially because those in unstable housing, such as those who are couch

surfing, staying in a motel, or living temporarily in an unsafe situation, are not considered homeless by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Data from the 2025 Point in Time Count, an annual one-night survey of sheltered and unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness in San Diego County, counted 302 un-

In loving memory of Amy Christine Zhang March 3, 1976February 18, 2026

Amy Christine Zhang, 49, of Encinitas, California, passed away on February 18, 2026 with her husband Eric Shui, daughter Morgan Shui, and son Jaden Shui at her side.

Amy was born in Vancouver to Peter Zhang and Susan Yang, both of Shenzhen China.

Amy was educated at many schools and attended the University of San Francisco where she met Eric during a birthday party.

Amy and Eric married in 2002 and first moved to Los Angeles and then to Encinitas for less traffic and better beaches, where they had their two children.

She was known for her green thumb and her

spectacular vegetable garden.

Amy loved pickle ball and she would only go to the Bobby Riggs courts.

Her iconic vegetable garden was famous for huge tomatoes and an immortal basil plant that she’s nurtured since college.

Amy’s cooking and warmth were unforgettable but eggplants in any shape or form were never served, ever.

She was a woman of strength and compassion and she will be greatly missed.

Amy is survived by her husband, Eric Shui, and two children, Morgan Shui and Jaden Shui.

A private service will be held for the family, followed by a reception to remember Amy in the late spring.

sheltered youth and 380 sheltered youth in the county, plus 80 unstably housed youth

“We have a very large problem here in San Diego,” said Fuller.

Transition-age youth who end up living on the streets are at high risk of experiencing sexual exploitation, abuse or trafficking. Services like the transitional

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living program can prevent youth from experiencing these traumatic situations, Fuller said.

“If not for programs like this, many times they are put in really harrowing situations and positions,” she said. “So many of them become, if not wrapped around in these programs, our chronically homeless population down the road.”

Casa de Amparo will provide individualized case management for transitional living clients, connecting them to education and employment opportunities and providing life skills and financial literacy support.

Program participants will also be able to access free health care services at Casa de Amparo’s onsite health clinic operated by TrueCare.

Some clients may stay up to 21 months if needed. Casa de Amparo will also conduct street outreach as part of the transitional living program, sending a pair of outreach workers into the community to find the most overlooked youth.

Casa de Amparo CEO Kathy Karpé said they hope to grow the program to offer more than seven units.

“Today we open seven new homes, but the need does not stop at seven or the basic need of housing,” Karpé said.

During the grand opening of the transitional living program, Karpé also announced the launch of a $6 million capital campaign for Casa de Amparo to expand its capacity for its mental health programs, invest in more staffing and training, and ensure long-term stability.

“Today is not only our program launch, but the start of our next chapter,” Karpé said. “We believe North County deserves a comprehensive integrated continuum of care, where housing, behavioral health, and supportive services work together seamlessly.”

Casa de Amparo is also constructing a 16bed psychiatric residential treatment facility on its campus, which will provide crisis-oriented mental health treatment for youth ages 12 to 21. The facility is funded by a nearly $20 million Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) grant from the state Department of Health Care.

CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024

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

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (3/6, 3/20, etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATION AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

1. PROJECT NAME: AB 2533 ADU for Chapo Residence; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008682-2026; FILING DATE: 01/28/2026; APPLICANT: Gene Chapo; LOCATION: 626 Union Street (APN: 256-180-27); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Coastal Development Permit for the AB 2533 legalization of a 552-square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit: ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 3 (R-3), Coastal Overlay Zone and Special Study Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15303(a), exempts the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

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

2. PROJECT NAME: Sauerborn Accessory Dwelling Unit; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-008364-2025; FILING DATE: October 16, 2024; APPLICANT: Peter Sauerborn; LOCATION: 723 Arden Drive (APN: 258-233-03); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A coastal development permit for the construction of a new detached 980-square-foot accessory dwelling unit; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 5 (R5) Special Study, Scenic/Visual Corridor, and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15303(a), which exempts the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit. The project meets this criterion. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historic resources are a ected by the proposed project.

STAFF CONTACT: Santos Perez, Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2799 or sperez@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATION AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period.

The above items are located within the Coastal Zone and require the issuance of a regular coastal development permit. The action of the Development Services Director, on 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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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE VISTA PLANNING COMMISSION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Chartered City of Vista, California, will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, California, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to receive and consider all evidence and reports presented at said hearing and/or obtained previously relative to the following matter:

P25-0146 – Cannabis manufacturing and distribution – So-Cal Organics LLC

The applicant, So-Cal Organics LLC, is requesting Special Use Permits to allow cannabis manufacturing and distribution at 2453 Cades Way, Suite E (APN 217-252-08-00). This project has been determined to be exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 – Existing Facilities.

NOTE: If you challenge this project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Vista at, or prior to, the public hearing.

ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED to attend said hearing and express opinions on the matter outlined above. QUESTIONS regarding this project should be directed to the Planning Division, City Hall, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., or by telephoning (760) 639-6100. If you wish to send correspondence, the mailing address is: City of Vista, Planning Division, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084.

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CITY OF CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to you, because your interest may be a ected, that the Planning Commission of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, to consider the following:

DRAINAGE MASTER PLAN UPDATE (CIP 6623) - LCPA2025-0024, MCA2026-0001:

Request for a Local Coastal Program Amendment to revise the Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan to reference the proposed City of Carlsbad 2026 Drainage Master Plan. Currently, the Land Use Plan incorporates by reference the city’s Drainage Master Plan amended in 2008. The proposed 2026 Drainage Master Plan constitutes a comprehensive evaluation and strategic outlook for the drainage infrastructure in Carlsbad. As part of that evaluation, it identi es 11 high priority Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects subject to further analysis and permitting. An updated Planned Local Drainage Area (PLDA) fee system would also be implemented to fund the identi ed improvements. The 2026 Drainage Master Plan also includes technical updates to the city’s internal GIS storm drain inventory and an updated hydrologic and hydraulic assessment of the City’s backbone storm drain infrastructure. The 2026 Drainage Master Plan includes an Addendum to EIR 04-02, the Final EIR certi ed in conjunction with the 2008 Drainage Master Plan.

The legislative actions under this project include a Local Coastal Program Amendment and a Municipal Code Amendment, both of which propose to reference the proposed 2026 Drainage Master Plan rather than the 2008 Drainage Master Plan. The Planning Commission will take no action on the proposed Municipal Code Amendment as it is not within the commission’s purview. Instead, the proposed Municipal Code Amendment will be provided to the Planning Commission for context and as an information item only. The two items for which the Planning Commission will be providing a recommendation to City Council are the Local Coastal Program Amendment and the EIR Addendum.

If you challenge these projects in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Carlsbad at or prior to the public hearing.

Copies of the environmental documents are available at the Planning Division at 1635 Faraday Avenue during regular business hours from Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

Those persons wishing to speak on these proposals are cordially invited to attend the public hearing. Copies of the sta reports will be available online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/ meetings-agendas/boards-commissions/planning-commission on or after the Thursday prior to the hearing date. If you have any questions, please call the Planning Division at (442) 339-2600.

PUBLISH: March 6, 2026

CITY OF CARLSBAD PLANNING DIVISION

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City of Vista Public Notice

In accordance with VMC Section 5.94.060, the City has established the following Measure Z Priority List for a new medical marijuana storefront.

Priority Business Name Proposed Address Date Filed Number

1 Noble Victory 2 1010 E Vista Way, Ste A&B, 2/18/2026 Vista 92084

2 Vista Greens Collective, Inc. 2306 La Mirada Dr, Vista 92081 2/20/2026

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and direct link provided below and provides all documents at no cost to bidders/proposers.

http://www.san-marcos.net OR https://www.planetbids. com/portal/portal.

cfm?CompanyID=39481

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

CITY OF SAN MARCOS

INVITATION FOR BIDS

(PW IFB 26-01)

AS-NEEDED SPORTS FIELD

RENOVATION SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of San Marcos, hereinafter referred to as Agency or City, invites bids for the above stated Project and will be available online via PlanetBids. Bids are due up to the hour of 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 01, 2026

WORK DESCRIPTION

The work generally consists of as-needed sports eld renovation services. A detailed

Scope of Work can be found in the IFB Documents.

LOCATION OF WORK Work will take place at various park locations throughout the City of San Marcos.

ESTIMATED BUDGET

The estimated overall budget is $500,000.00. TERM Maximum of ve (5) years.

CONTRACTORS LICENSE

The Contractor must possess a valid California C-27 Landscape Contractor license at the time of contract award.

PREVAILING WAGE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, payment of prevailing

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

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

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

T.S. No. 25-03098-RM-CA Title No. RTSG2510-CA-3951512 APN. 260-671-52-00 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/31/2023. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale

to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check(s) drawn on a state or national bank must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Susan Diane Sigmund, Trustee of The Susan Diane Sigmund Living Trust, dated July 12, 2018 Duly Appointed Trustee: National

Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 02/06/2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0029468 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County, California. Date of Sale; : 04/13/2026 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $299,898.74 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1383 Evergreen Dr, Cardi By The Sea, CA 92007 A.PN.: 260671-52-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding

on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the le number assigned to this case 25-03098-RM-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 25-03098-RM-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee, Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 02/23/2026 National Default Servicing Corporation ¢/o Ti any & Bosco, P.A.,

Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com

Connie Hernandez, Trustee

Sales Representative A-4866988

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S

SALE TS No. CA-251029650-BF Order No.:

250646048-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2003. 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):

MARTIN DURON ARCOS AND MARIA A. DURON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/21/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0045004 of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California; Date of Sale: 4/17/2026 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Entrance of the East County Regional Center, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $27,757.22 The purported property address is: 6150 PASEO PICADOR, CARLSBAD, CA 92009

Assessor’s Parcel No. : 221-87001-33 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

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.

It is hereby given that the City Council will conduct a Public Hearing on 11th of March, at 6 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, to discuss the following item of the City of Encinitas:

CASE NUMBER: PLCY-008448-2025 APPLICANT: City of Encinitas LOCATION: Citywide PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Public Hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-01 to amend Section 30.54.030 (Schedule of O -Street Required Parking) of Chapter 30.54 (OStreet Parking) of the Encinitas Municipal Code, Subsection 6.5.3 (Development Standards) of Section 6.5 [Single Family Residential Zones (“ER-SFR3”, “ER-SFR3V” and “ER-SFR5” Zones)] of Chapter 6 (Encinitas Ranch Zoning Ordinance) of the Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan, and amend the Local Coastal Program to implement State Legislative changes regarding parking requirements for single-family residences pursuant to Government Code Section 65863.3. ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3), the ordinance is exempt because it is not a “project” as de ned in Section15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect physical impact on the environment. STAFF CONTACT: Charlotte Brenner, Associate Planner: (760) 633-2784 or cbrenner@encinitasca.gov

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)

SIGNS AND SIGN MATERIALS PW-RFP-26-01

The City of Encinitas is requesting contract services for the purchase and delivery of various signs and sign hardware. Goods shall be provided in accordance with city terms, conditions and this scope of work. Contractor shall supply City with various signs and hardware on an “as-needed” basis for the entire contract term.

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 3, 2026 via the PlanetBids website.

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same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-2802832 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: CA25-1029650-BF. 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: CA25-1029650-BF 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-25-1029650-BF 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

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 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 the City Council will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, the 25th day of March, 2026, at 6 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, to discuss the following item of the City of Encinitas:

CASE NUMBER: PLCY-005884-2023; APPLICANT: City of Encinitas; LOCATION: Citywide; PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Public hearing to consider the introduction of City Council Ordinance No. 2026-07 adding Chapter 23.27 (PLANTS AND TREES) to Title 23 (Building and Construction) of the Encinitas Municipal Code and to provide sta direction on potential native plant incentive programs; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the project is exempt pursuant to Section 15307 (Class 7), Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources; Section 15308 (Class 8), Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment and Section 15300.2. Section 15307 provides a categorical exemption for actions taken by regulatory agencies, as authorized by State law or local ordinance, to assure the maintenance, restoration, or enhancement of a natural resource where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. Section 15308 provides a categorical exemption for actions taken by regulatory agencies, as authorized by State or local ordinance, to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the environment where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. Section 15300.2 identi es a series of exceptions, that if applicable, prohibit the application of a categorical exemption and therefore preclude a project from being found categorically exempt. The proposed project is not identi ed as a prohibited exception; and therefore, the exemption applies. STAFF CONTACT: Sara Cadona, Senior Planner: (760) 633-2697 or scadona@encinitasca.gov.

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 CARLSBAD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public meeting at the Council Chambers, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, to discuss and obtain comments on the FY 2026-27 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) funding recommendations for the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. 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. For FY 2026-27, the City of Carlsbad anticipates an annual entitlement grant of $534,758. Those wishing to speak are cordially invited to attend the public meeting. Copies of the sta report will be available by Monday, March 9, 2026, on the city’s website: https://www.carlsbadca. gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas/boards-commissions/housing-commission. The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas

In addition, written comments may be submitted to the Housing & Homeless Services Department at or prior to the meeting via U.S. Mail to the attention of Housing & Homeless Services Department, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, or via email to housing@carlsbadca.gov. The meeting with commence at 4:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard. For questions or more information, please contact Nicole Piano-Jones, Senior Program Manager at nicole.pianojones@carlsbadca.gov or at (442) 339-2191.

CITY OF CARLSBAD HOUSING COMMISSION

PUBLISH: Friday, March 6, 2026

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

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Encinitas upholds road upgrades for Sage Canyon

Cardiff rail intersections get signal overhaul

By Cameron Adams ENCINITAS —

The Encinitas City Council has denied a developer’s appeal seeking to avoid making roadway improvements along El Camino Real for a proposed 120-unit, five-story multifamily housing project that includes affordable units.

The council’s decision at its Feb. 25 meeting upheld a prior Planning Commission vote and aligned with staff recommendations to require the frontage improvements for Sage Canyon Apartments.

Wermers Properties plans to build Sage Canyon, a 120-unit development on a 5.23-acre site just south of Sage Canyon Drive and El Camino Real. The project would include a club room, fitness center and pool, according to city documents.

Of the 120 units, 24 would be deed-restricted to low-income households — 22 in perpetuity and two for 55 years — allowing the project to qualify for density bonus waivers under state law that loosen requirements for building height, open space and storage space. The remaining 96 units would be sold at market rate.

The appeal focused on whether the developer could be exempt from constructing public frontage improvements along El Camino Real, a prime arterial road with a prevailing speed of 56 mph, according to the city. Municipal standards require sidewalks, bike lanes and additional travel lanes along such corridors.

The requested concession would have saved the developer about $172,000 — “much less than one percent of the project cost,” ac-

cording to city documents.

Christina Bustamante, a city planner, told the council that the state's Density Bonus Law allows developers to seek incentives, concessions and waivers that reduce development standards or modify zoning requirements if affordable housing thresholds are met.

Bustamante said the applicant is entitled to up to two incentives or concessions and an unlimited number of waivers. The project requested six waivers and one concession under state law.

Under state law, cities must grant concessions unless they violate state or federal law, do not result in an actual cost reduction, or “would have a specific, adverse impact…upon public health and safety," per state guidelines.

“The concession would result in adverse public health and safety impacts to pedestrian safety and accessibility, bicycle safety, traffic safety, and evacuation time in the event of an emergency,” Bustamante said. “The resulting unsafe conditions impact pedestrians from the project who desire to reach an offsite location. The current bicycle lane is not buffered from vehicular traffic, increasing the risk of collisions with vehicles and making it difficult for driv-

ers to maintain the threefoot separation required by state law.”

Dan Nutter, the city’s director of engineering, said staff prepared a 32-page memorandum outlining “quantifiable, significant, direct and unavoidable impacts” if the development were built without the frontage improvements.

“We show over 32 pages of the memorandum – that I did draft – that there are quantifiable, significant, direct and unavoidable impacts that would occur if this development is built and the frontage improvements are not included with that,” Nutter said.

Patrick Zabrocki, a project representative, argued that the city failed to meet the high legal threshold for denying a concession under the density bonus law.

“Meeting this threshold is notoriously difficult because the law mandates that the city prove an impact, not an existing condition, be directly linked to the project and their claim has to be supported by substantial evidence based in fact,” Zabrocki said.

Zabrocki said the city’s memo “makes it feel like there would be a safety impact, but the law does not allow for the city to deny concessions based on feelings.”

path” in the brush beside the roadway.

“That’s wrong,” Ehlers said.

Ehlers added that cyclists would not have a three-foot buffer from traffic.

“This is a clear danger,” Ehlers said. “It’s a clear danger not only to the people that use that road today, but more importantly, it's a clear danger to the portion of the 68 pedestrians and bicyclists that will be generated by this project. That is clear, that is specific, that is quantified.”

South Coast Highway 101 with a protected green rightturn signal at the same time drivers are allowed to turn left — and head east up the hill — from the southbound coastal road.

The project is expected to cost the city $50,000 and be completed within two months once materials are delivered, according to city documents.

Tim Hutter, an attorney representing the developer, said the issue largely came down to the project’s estimated 720 additional daily vehicle trips and a projected four-second increase in evacuation times for nearby neighborhoods.

“In the city engineer’s report, it says ‘every second counts,’” Hutter said. “I think we all agree with that, but ‘every second counts’ is not a legal or written objective standard.”

Austin Wermers, principal of Wermers Properties, said the cost of the roadway improvements would be a deal breaker.

“I believe housing is a fundamental right and not a luxury,” Wermers said. “Even though sometimes Encinitas feels like a luxury, I just fundamentally have a strong opinion on that.”

Wermers added that he has not ruled out litigation.

“The last ditch effort –my only option from here, because I will not build the project [without the concession] – is to go through litigation,” Wermers said. “That is my next step to do.”

Public comment largely supported requiring the improvements. Eric Cusick, a nearby resident, urged council members to follow the staff’s recommendation.

“There’s a lot of things you couldn’t fight on because these waivers are state mandated,” Cusick said. “We can fight on this one…This is the fight you can win, your staff is telling you that.”

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara said the council had to focus on evidence rather than sentiment.

“When we up here look at it, we can’t look at sentiment. We have to look at merit,” O’Hara said. “I want to thank the staff. I think the staff provided the merit to provide the evidence of impact.”

Councilmember Marco San Antonio said that while he supports increasing housing supply, he could not support the exemption.

“I understand that we do need to build homes, but for me safety is number one,” San Antonio said. “I believe it’s our responsibility as a City Council and as our city staff to fight for the safety of our residents – the kids for now and in the future.”

Councilmember Joy Lyndes echoed that sentiment.

“We’re passionate about our safety – of our pedestrians and our bicyclists – and the safety on our roadways,” Lyndes said. “This is about the safety of pedestrians.”

Councilmember Luke Shaffer thanked staff for doing “a phenomenal job” and said the matter was both a safety issue and “a moral issue at some level” for the developer.

“Why would you not want to put this in for the people you’re going to put in the places that you’re going to build? They’re going to be moving here, paying significant money to live there," Shaffer said.

Signal changes

The Encinitas City Council approved operational changes to traffic signals aimed at improving traffic flow at two busy intersections in Cardiff-bythe-Sea that straddle the train tracks.

The changes affect traffic lights along Chesterfield Drive at the intersections of San Elijo Avenue and South Coast Highway 101.

Abe Bandegan, a city traffic engineer, said the city has received many complaints over the years — particularly during the summer months — about “concerns over congestion and conflicts in movement.”

Jason Stack, a traffic engineering consultant with Carlsbad-based STC Traffic Inc., said “one of the things that’s challenging about this intersection is that it’s actually two intersections and they’re closely spaced,” with the Coaster running between them.

Stack said drivers attempting to turn left from northbound San Elijo Avenue are at a disadvantage without a dedicated turn signal because of heavy southbound traffic. Often, he said, it may take two or three signal cycles for drivers to get through the intersection.

“When the train comes, it delays the whole intersection and then that movement will back up even further,” Stack said.

Southbound drivers looking to turn right onto Chesterfield Drive toward the ocean will have the existing blank-out “No Right Turn” sign activated during certain times to reduce the potential for conflicts.

Stack said allowing right turns onto South Coast Highway 101 while southbound drivers on that road turn left — “that’s a high volume left turn,” he said — will help clear vehicles through the intersection and prevent backups that could reach the railroad tracks.

“So that’ll help with the efficiency,” Stack said. The city’s Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission previously supported the proposed modifications.

Lyndes said she “looked forward to this improving both intersections.”

O’Hara said he has traveled through the intersection thousands of times and has also heard many public comments.

“I think the first rule in public safety is do no harm,” O’Hara said. “And I don’t think this does any harm. I love the turn clarification northbound on Coast Highway.” 253 Hwy

Mayor Bruce Ehlers said that without improvements, pedestrians would be forced to walk along what he described as a “goat

One modification would give drivers headed north on San Elijo Avenue a protected green arrow to make a left turn onto westbound Chesterfield Drive. After a set period, the green arrow would transition to a flashing yellow arrow for left-turning drivers.

The other change would provide drivers making a right turn from Chesterfield Drive onto northbound

SDA softball reloads to defend Avocado title

By Noah Perkins ENCINITAS —

On a gray Wednesday afternoon in mid-February, the weather refused to settle. A light drizzle fell through the morning, let up for a stretch, then returned in a brief surge of rain about 25 minutes before San Dieguito Academy’s softball team took the field for practice.

By the time the Mustangs stepped onto the diamond, a dampness lingered — the dirt darker, the grass slick beneath their cleats.

SDA head coach Daniel Reitz, in his second season, didn’t linger as his team huddled around him.

“Nobody cares that it’s wet,” he said. “Winners find a way.”

The message fit. A year ago, Reitz inherited a seven-win program. In his first season, the Mustangs won 18 games, captured the Avocado League title and advanced to the Division III section semifinals.

“We had two new coaches come in [pitching coach Amelia Williams], and I think it created an environment that was more competitive than we’ve had in the past,” senior center fielder Aubrey Early said. “We focused more on actually winning than fundamental stuff.”

“[Reitz] switched all of our mindsets,” senior shortstop Willow Wright added. “We have a winning mindset that we can do this and we want to make a whole new brand for ourselves.”

“We were held to a higher standard,” junior Alyson Robbins said.

“It’s not just being held accountable, we are holding each other accountable,” added senior Kegan Herceg.

The biggest question for SDA heading into the new season is how the team will perform after graduating nine seniors.

“Incredibly incentiviz-

ing to try to come back and win a league title again,” Reitz said. “The freshmen that we have are very talented. They’re very skilled. They play a lot of competitive softball. The part that maybe they’re not super used to is the detail and the care factor of winning — like trying to win every single game.

“I tell them all the time,

in travel ball these games kind of blend together. It’s just kind of like another game: You go play five games a weekend, and then the next weekend you play five more, and it’s kind of like whatever. You don’t have that luxury here. You have to be locked into every game.”

Reitz, a former second baseman and catcher at the

University of Hawaii at Hilo with a background in baseball coaching, had never coached softball before.

An English teacher at SDA and the school’s flag football coach, he first became involved with the program when Wright, then a sophomore, asked for help with her swing.

“I started training her

specifically and then last year a bunch of parents came to me and asked if I would consider taking over the program,” Reitz said. “To be honest, I didn’t want to at first — I have three little kids and just wanted to be a dad, which is why I stepped away from baseball a while ago.

“But I figured, if we’re going to do it, let’s do it right. I made it clear: We were going to do it really well, very detailed, no cutting corners, and with the expectation that we’d be successful.”

From there, Reitz and his staff set out to define clear goals for each player and for the team as a whole.

“The team wanted five girls on the all-league team, a record above .500, a shot at winning the league, and a chance to make CIF,” he said. “By the end of the year, we checked all those off.”

Amid the uncertainty of roster turnover, the middle of the field — anchored by Wright and Early — is expected to be the team’s strength. Last season, Wright led the Avocado League in several offensive

categories, hitting .531 with seven home runs and 29 RBI. Early was right behind her, finishing second on the team with 28 hits and one home run.

“Aubrey is the consummate professional,” Reitz said. “She is incredibly competitive. She holds people around her to a standard that is unwavering, and she is just incredibly fierce.

“Willow is a different spirit. She’s our shortstop, she’s our three hitter, she’s joy-filled, and she can do it all.”

Self-described best friends, Wright and Early will play collegiately next year together at Reitz’s alma mater, the University of Hawaii at Hilo.

“They both contribute heavily with leadership,” Robbins said.

“When I hit a home run, she is the biggest one cheering for me,” Wright said.

“And she hits a lot of home runs,” Early added. “We are each other’s biggest supporters.”

SDA headed into this week’s games with a 2-1 record.

Team USA splits World Cup qualifiers in Oceanside

By Noah Perkins

OCEANSIDE — After a truncated week of practices in Carlsbad at Davis Hall Gym on the campus of Army and Navy Academy, Team USA split a pair of games at Frontwave Arena in the current qualifying window for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, falling Feb. 26 to the Dominican Republic before rebounding March 1 against Mexico.

The Oceanside stop was part of Window 2 of the Americas qualifiers, one of six international breaks spread across a 15-month cycle that determines the region’s seven World Cup berths. Under the home-and-away format introduced by FIBA in 2019, national teams gather during designated windows in November, February and June/July to play two games apiece.

Results carry over through two group phases, with the top teams advancing toward the World Cup field. Since this system was implemented, the United States has compiled a 22-6 record.

The current iteration of Team USA featured a mix of NBA veterans and G League standouts. In last week’s opener against the Dominican Republic, Brandon Knight led the Americans with 20 points, while Elfrid Payton added nine points and six assists. David Roddy, making his USA Basketball debut, contributed eight points and showed the versatility coaches praised during the week’s practices. The Americans trailed by as many as 19 points and never led, falling 87-79. About 1,000 fans attended, heavily favoring the Dominicans, who notched

Dominican guard Jassel Pérez, a 6-foot-4 shooting guard playing professionally in Spain, led the upset with 20 points.

After the final buzzer, the Dominican players celebrated at halfcourt, dancing and chanting “grupito, grupito,” Spanish for “little group.” Although far from the Dream Team, the US national team’s loss highlighted how the global gap in basketball talent has narrowed.

their first victory over a U.S. men’s team in a qualifying window since 1989 — three years before the Dream Team era.

“I was telling our guys that nobody believed in us,” Dominican center and national team veteran Ángel Delgado said. “Everybody doubted that we could win this game because the group that came here is a lot of young guys and a lot of guys that just play in the Dominican Republic. I told them at halftime, ‘We can do this.’”

“[Dominican Republic] played extremely hard, but I think a lot of that was due to self-infliction from just being a little tight starting the game,” Knight said.

Team USA has won two of the last four FIBA World Cups, in 2010 and 2014. The team will travel to Santo Domingo and Mexico City for Window 3 in July, carrying points forward in Group A as they continue the Americas qualifying cycle. The 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup is set for Doha, Qatar.

“Toward the end of the game, we kind of started playing free and playing our game,” head coach Stephen Silas added. “It is disappointing because we did have a good camp, to come out here and lose this game is disappointing.” Sunday’s game against Mexico told a different story. Team USA jumped to a 40-14 lead, forcing turnovers that led to easy points. Roddy poured in 20 points, Jeremiah Robinson added 17, and seven players finished in double digits in a 123-88 rout. Knight and Malcolm Hill each scored 18, while Terry Taylor recorded a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds. The team combined for 36 assists.

water spot

Surfing roots on display

Iconsider myself a good surf historian.

I can tell you who ignited the shortboard revolution of the mid ‘60s, and who lit the fuse for the longboard renaissance a decade or so later. I was there when some of this history occurred, and even helped write a few of its liner notes.

And, yes, I was once guilty of being a know-itall on the subject of surf history. That all changed last week, upon entering the California Surf Museum, where I paid my annual dues.

After entering the building, I walked around to face some of the most beautiful examples of wooden surfboards I have ever seen. I was so impressed that I tried photographing them, which proved only slightly less difficult than lifting them (they are around 16 feet long and weigh about 250 pounds).

So, please take my word for it when I say these works of surf art are without parallel in the surfing world. Combining their beauty with their historical significance, the boards on display at CSM put this exhibit at the top of every surfer’s to-do list.

Taken from trees, these boards allow us to see all the way down to the very roots of the activity (I hesitate to call it a sport) that has held us in its tractor beam all these years.

While the original surfboards reside in Honolulu’s Bishop Museum, Santa Cruz board building legend Bob Pearson recently handcrafted exact replicas after spending countless hours with the originals.

Rather than try to explain further, I’ll lift the words directly from the exhibit’s program.

“A Princess, three princes, a Duke and a Hawaiian Royal Minister’s grandson would be the stately stars who initiated standup surf riding to Europe, Australia and the United States. It began in 1885 when three Hawaiian Princes attended St. Matthew’s Hall Military School in San Mateo, California, fashioned surfboards from redwood and took them into the waves at Santa Cruz Bay.”

The three princes, David, Edward and Jonah Kawananakoa, were nephews of Hawaiian King David Kalakaua. While away at school in San Mateo, the surfers

Frank and the three shoeshines formula

My marketing career started in a New Yorkbased sales promotion agency. There, a man named Frank — beaten down by life and lacking formal education — visited daily at 5 p.m. to shine our shoes. He’d charge $2 for one pair and $5 for three, and always got that extra sale … typically with a tip.

I thought about Frank’s strategy recently when I spotted a postcard for The Atlantic magazine, which offers a one-year subscription for $90 and a twoyear subscription for $180. Though I’d be a new sub-

Sound Judgment?

Gregory Saxton, 35, of New Virginia, Iowa, interviewed for a deputy position with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, which included a pre-employment polygraph screening, KCRGTV reported on Feb. 23. During the screening, Saxton admitted that he had viewed child pornography on the dark web. On Feb. 19, investigators executed a search warrant for Saxton’s phone, and he was arrested at his home and charged with 13 counts of possessing child pornography. [KCRG, 2/23/2026]

Hero

Reuters reported on Feb. 24 that during the first half of a football match in Zeytinburnu, Turkey, a ball kicked high into the air struck a seagull that happened to be flying by, knocking it to the ground. Istanbul Yurdum Spor team captain Gani Catan rushed to the fallen bird and began CPR on its little chest — which worked!

The gull began to move, and Catan took it to the medical staff on the sideline for further care. While his team lost the match, Catan had no regrets. “Helping save a life is a good thing,” he said. “This was more important than the championship.”

[Reuters, 2/24/2026]

Mystery Unsolved

The Rockingham (North Carolina) County Sheriff’s Department announced on Feb. 20 that it had located a woman who went missing in Virginia on Dec. 9, 2001, Cleveland19-TV reported. Michele Hundley Smith, now 62, kissed her kids goodnight and left her home to do some Christmas shopping around 8:30 p.m. She was not seen again. Detectives said they had “received new information” about her and made contact with her, but Smith requested that her whereabouts remain a secret. Netflix, are you getting this?

[Cleveland19, 2/22/2026]

Tech Revolution

Kaiya Reel of East Hollywood, California, ordered food for delivery, KTLA-TV reported on Feb. 22, but the Coco robot device that brought her dinner ran into some problems (literally). Reel said she was inside her home when she heard a commotion outside; “I came out

weinberg

scriber, there were no gifts or discounts offered.

As a guy who began his career in sales promotion, I wondered what incentive I could offer to buy a two-year print subscription. Spending twice as much to deal with half the paperwork just didn’t seem worth it.

keeping the extra $90 in my pocket until next year, then merely renewing?

Later, I went online and saw a range of offers, including goodies, but none of these appeared with the initial offering I saw. All I got was The Atlantic sending the message, “This is our price; take it or leave it.”

and publications. Making it fair to ask: What’s the incentive to buy full price?

Admittedly, pressures on publishing are increasing. Salaries, paper, fuel, ink and postage all cost more. So do my groceries, which encourages me to keep the extra money in my own pocket for now.

Wouldn’t I be better off

Please don’t misunderstand: I respect them and know their value. However, consumers have been trained to expect perpetual sales on automobiles, BOGO (buy one, get one) promotions at grocery stores, and GWP (gifts with purchase) with cosmetics

Odd Files

here and found the Coco in my garden.

It had got my fence caught up in its wheel ... then just drove away with the fence attached to it,” Reel said. “I chased after it and looked like a total crazy person.” The company that runs the Coco robots is going to reimburse Reel for the damage to her garden; apparently, it’s not Coco’s first rodeo with deliveries going amok. One ran into an ambulance, and another knocked over a parked motorcycle. [KTLA, 2/22/2026]

News You Can Use

The Nantucket Current reported on Feb. 19 that the island’s occupants are having a MUCH BETTER time than you are, at least if wastewater data are your gauge. Eight months’ worth of readings show that levels of cocaine in Nantucket’s sewage are three times higher than the national average.

Interestingly, levels of other drugs, such as meth and fentanyl, are lower than the national average. Nantucket Police Chief Jody Kasper said her department is focusing on illicit drugs in general, not just cocaine. “They have made a dent, but we certainly understand that the narcotics industry is the supply and demand industry, so that we need to stay on top of it,” she said. [Nantucket Current, 2/19/2026]

Overkill

The Pocono (Pennsylvania) Mountain Regional Police are looking for Sean McDermott — no, not the former Buffalo Bills coach, but a resident of a townhouse in Pocono Pines who is suspected of starting a fire

that spread to other units. WPVI-TV reported that on Feb. 23, a witness said McDermott, 36, set multiple small fires in his own home to try to kill spiders. He allegedly had a small smoldering fire on his floor and placed a loveseat over it. The witness said he tried to put out the fires, but McDermott kept setting more. They left the scene, and when they returned it was fully engulfed. McDermott escaped in a U-Haul and is still at large. [WPVI, 2/24/2026]

Recurring Theme

When a 12-year-old in Monroe, North Carolina, missed the bus to school on Feb. 18, he made the obvious choice to just drive himself. The Charlotte Observer reported that a Monroe police officer made a traffic stop around 8:30 a.m. and discovered the middle-schooler behind the wheel. A school resource officer from Monroe Middle School transported the boy to school “without further incident,” officers said. The state’s social services department is following up with the family. [Charlotte Observer, 2/19/2026]

Continuing Crisis

Drivers of two vehicles waiting at a stoplight in Omaha, Nebraska, on Feb. 24 suddenly found themselves staring at the sky, KETV reported. An SUV and a pickup truck suddenly fell into a sinkhole several feet deep; neither driver was hurt, but the SUV driver needed help from bystanders getting out of the hole. Omaha Public Works said the sinkhole was caused by an underground pressur-

The World Around Us

smartest guy. He spoke little and struggled to get by. Yet he recognized that he needed extra hustle to motivate an additional sale. It’s a lesson that all the MBAs at The Atlantic aren’t communicating properly. After all, if you ask me to invest in a relatively unknown product, I’ll need a reason beyond “sparks conversation all year long.”

Publishers also know that if they deliver the goods, renewing me will be easy. I’ll already be familiar with the publication, and assuming I’m getting value from it, they’ll arguably have me forever. Frank wasn’t the world’s

ized water leak. [KETV, 2/24/2026]

Litigious Society

In a lawsuit filed on Feb. 19, Dennis and Patricia Swartz are seeking $150,000 in damages — each — from an incident in February 2025. The Independent reported that the couple were dining at LongHorn Steakhouse in Madison, Tennessee, when a “decorative object” (a large set of antlers) fell from the wall above them and struck them both.

The lawsuit alleges the object was “improperly and inadequately secured to the wall of the premises” and the owner of LongHorn, Darden Restaurants, was negligent. The suit does not outline the Swartzes’ injuries, but says they have suffered lasting “mental anguish” and “severe personal damages.” [The Independent, 2/24/2026]

Gov’t Action

Long Island, New York, grandfather Seth Bykofsky went straight to the top after he was denied renewal on his car’s vanity plate, United Press International reported on Feb. 26. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles said in a letter that his plate — PB4WEGO — was in violation of their regulations. Bykofsky did not agree. “In all my years as a parent and now grandparent, the worst I’ve gotten has been a gentle roll of the eyes from my kids and grandkids,” he said. Eventually, the dispute made it to Gov. Kathy Hochul, who spoke with Bykofsky on the phone. She called the plate’s message “an important lesson.” “We’ll get it back for you,” she told him. [UPI, 2/26/2026]

Field Report

Ronaldo, a man from Cascavel, Brazil, was walking to work when two vicious dogs attacked him, Ratopati reported on Feb. 26. The dogs lunged at his neck, and as he fought them off, one bit down on the cellphone in his shorts pocket, which turned out to be fortuitous: The phone exploded, scaring the dogs off. “That moment was terrifying, but that very mobile phone saved my life,” Ronaldo said. He did sustain some minor burns on his leg. The dogs’ owner apologized and agreed to cover his medical expenses and the cost of a new phone. [Ratopati, 2/26/2026]

Talk is cheap. The Atlantic isn’t.

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Woman struck on highway

By City News Service

OCEANSIDE

— A woman was airlifted to a La Jolla hospital on March 1 after she was injured while changing a tire on her vehicle along Interstate 5 near Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, authorities said.

The crash was reported at 4:52 p.m. on southbound Interstate 5 near Las Pulgas Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. The woman was changing a tire on the right shoulder when a pickup truck struck either her or her vehicle, CHP officials said.

The driver told authorities he struck the vehicle, not the woman, according to the CHP.

The injured woman was airlifted to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Her condition was not immediately available.

Also on March 1, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross a highway in Oceanside, authorities said.

The fatal collision was reported around 11:50 p.m. Sunday near the intersection of state Route 76 and Benet Road, according to the Oceanside Police Department.

Police said a white Toyota Corolla traveling eastbound on SR-76 collided with the pedestrian, who was believed to be crossing the highway from south to north just east of the intersection.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The person’s name and age have not been released.

The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement, police said.

Driving under the influence was not believed to be a factor in the collision.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Officer Kevin Lissner at 760-435-4651.

Andy Johnsen Superintendent, San Marcos Unified School District

and other one-time funds, but those cushions are now being depleted.

prepared to reduce librarian hours at this time.

“I have heard clearly from you, evidenced by over 800 emails, that these positions are deeply valued at the school site level. I went into this looking at it as a line item on a spreadsheet … for me, it is no longer a line item on a spreadsheet,” said Trustee Heidi Herrick.

Fourteen of the certificated positions were funded with grant dollars that are going to expire, according to district officials.

Budget deficit

District officials have been trying to avoid a budget deficit for years amid the ongoing decline in enrollment. Earlier this month, they shared that staff cuts would be imminent due to budget shortfalls.

Last year, the district faced its first deficit after several subsequent years of budget surpluses, with spending exceeding revenues by $3 million.

The deficit is projected to grow to $11 million this year, followed by $10 million in 2026-27 and $9 million in 2027-28.

At the board’s Feb. 12 meeting, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Erin Garcia said the district has been able to avoid deficits in recent years thanks to COVID-19 assistance funds

“That’s kind of been masking our structural deficit problem. We’ve been okay for a while, but now we’re going to have to start addressing this,” Garcia said.

In addition, the yearover-year decline in students has led to a drastic reduction in funding.

State funding is calculated based on average daily attendance, or ADA, using a three-year average.

Since 2020, the district has seen a 2,013-student decrease, with a loss of 518 students last year. This year, the district projects a total loss of 365 students, followed by 300 more in 202627, resulting in a funding loss of around $3.6 million.

The drastic decline in students — equivalent to an entire high school over the past six years — means the district has to cut staff in several areas to balance the budget.

“The point is that classroom reductions alone are insufficient. The financial impact extends beyond the direct instructional costs,” Garcia said.

While ADA funding declines, Garcia said costs are going up for insurance and liability, CalPERS payments, and utilities.

Officials said the district needs to act now to avoid further dipping into

its reserves, which currently sit at just under 15% of the total budget — less than the average for unified school districts in California.

Garcia also emphasized that the district has already reduced costs by $1.2 mil-

lion this year. Leaders have reduced classified overtime, reorganized departments where possible, reduced staff at schools with the largest enrollment declines, limited all non-essential travel and

supplies for the district office, refrained from filling vacant positions whenever possible, and cut back on the Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program.

On Thursday, district officials noted that preliminary layoff notices are not final and may be rescinded if the financial outlook improves, especially once the governor’s budget is approved in June.

Back in 2022, the district shocked staff by issuing notices to 190 classified and certificated staff members, including dozens of teachers. However, nearly all of the notices were rescinded over the following months. In the past, board members have expressed frustration about having to project major layoffs while awaiting the state’s actual financial forecast.

the most Instagrammable place in San Diego.”

By Cameron Adams CARLSBAD

— The blooming tecolote giant ranunculus have returned to brighten their familiar hillside home.

“I mean, we’re probably biased,” said Taylor Moss, marketing and operations manager for The Flower Fields. “But we consider it

The annual tradition opened March 1, with around a third of the flowers in bloom on the 55-acre farm. Full bloom for the roughly 80 million flowers typically occurs between late March and early May, culminating in a Mother’s Day celebration, though The Flower Fields’ schedule can vary based on weather conditions or other factors.

Ranunculus do not pollinate like typical flowers. Moss said she often fields

questions from people worried about allergies or bees when visiting the fields, but because the flowers do not produce nectar, they do not attract bees, birds or butterflies.

“They’re pollinated by the wind,” she said. “So we rely literally on Mother Nature and the wind to do a lot of work for us.”

The Flower Fields feature a full slate of activities, including musical performances, attractions and floral workshops.

The Fields of Luck 5K

offers participants the opportunity to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by running, or rambling, a course through rows of The Flower Fields — which cover more surface area than 40 football fields — before the gates open to the public March 15.

New this year will be a cherry-red Studebaker farm truck pop-up scheduled to host a rotating assortment of local culinary offerings.

The expanded butterfly encounter offers visitors the opportunity to observe and experience the winged

insects up close and, Moss said, “again, probably get a great picture.”

“It’s a pretty cool thing to see and experience,” she said. “A lot of people don’t experience wildlife right up close. Flowers are living nature, but this is really living nature.”

Overall, Moss said that despite being close to Interstate 5 and busy shopping and residential areas, walking through The Flower Fields feels like “you’ve transported yourself into a different world.”

“It allows people to just kind of have an escape from their daily life,” she said. “It’s really an emotional kind of experience that people go through when they come to the fields. I mean, yes, it’s a really fun day out, but I think it just changes their mindset once they get in there. They might be stressed or having a hard morning, and then you walk into this massive display of nature.

“And I don’t know, people are always smiling when they leave.”

Encinitas backs native plants in landscaping rules

By Cameron Adams ENCINITAS — Seek-

ing to strengthen local biodiversity, Encinitas planners and officials are pursuing local legislation to improve standards and transparency around native plant landscaping.

The ordinance — unanimously recommended by the Planning Commission on Feb. 19 — would require at least half of landscaped areas on private project sites and all landscaped areas on city-owned land to consist of species native to Southern California.

The list of native plants the city will consider comes from Calscape, created and maintained by the California Native Plant Society.

“I really did think the staff report had a lot of clarity to it and it really outlined a process to such an extent that I can see that there's been a whole lot of work done by very intelligent people on this subject matter,” Commissioner Stephen Dalton said. “I don't see anything that I want to step into and try to reinvent or course correct at this stage.”

Sara Cadona, a city planner, told the commission that “the goal of this ordinance is to establish clear landscaping requirements for qualifying development projects to increase local pollinator species, promote environmental sustainability and resilience, improve habitat and local native biodiversity, and foster

tied to the existing permit process rather than create a new one. The draft would apply to design review permits, major use permits and city projects requiring a discretionary permit that include a landscape plan, according to the documents.

that, as coastal chaparral species, most native plants are not more fire-prone than non-native plants and that projects would still be required to comply with defensible space requirements, such as trimming and spacing.

fying older adults in order to prevent homelessness, using $500,000 allocated from the city’s 2024-25 year-end balance.

long-term, successful native landscapes.”

Cadona said the approved plant list includes species native to Southern California’s Jepson bioregions — geographic zones used to classify California’s native plants — along with native cultivars and naturally occurring hybrids.

Plants truly native to Encinitas include California sagebrush, buckwheat, black sage, Cleveland sage, toyon, lemonade berry and coastal dudleya — species adapted to the region’s coastal sage scrub ecosystem.

Invasive plants, as defined by the San Diego County Invasive Weed Watch list and the California Invasive Plant Council inventory, would not be allowed in proposed landscaped areas except for turf grass, according to the city.

Invasive plants com-

mon in Encinitas include giant reed, fountain grass, pampas grass and ice plant — species that spread aggressively, increase fire risk and crowd out native coastal sage scrub vegetation.

Cadona said that, based on input from the extensive feedback process, the ordinance would require the installation of native plants in accordance with industry standards, best practices and the most current technical guidance as determined by licensed landscape architects.

“This gives flexibility to the landscape professionals to select the best methods based on the different soil conditions, proposed native species, water needs, planting techniques, etc. to ensure the highest long-term health and ecological sustainability,” she said.

The ordinance would be

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The ordinance includes exemptions for city-owned athletic fields and other recreational facilities; stateowned land and beaches; cemeteries; and professional growing operations. Additionally, construction or reconstruction of a single-family residence, including accessory dwelling unit projects, would be exempt.

The ordinance also includes a list of programs and other incentives to achieve its stated aims. One program through the city’s Parks and Recreation Department would offer rebates of up to $200 for the purchase of qualifying native plants, according to the documents.

Don Rideout, a member of the San Diego Chapter of the California Native Plant Society, said that he supported the ordinance because it would help address the extinction of “the little things that run the world, namely insects and other pollinators.”

“It’s now time for our constructed landscapes to do more than just look pretty,” Rideout said. “It’s time for them to help us retain some vestige of our remaining biodiversity. In addition to keeping the wild places wild, we need to rewild some of our developed spaces on a scale that is possible within Encinitas.”

Camille Perkins, an Olivenhain resident, said during public comment that she opposed the ordinance in its current form and asked for an exclusion for parts of the city at increased risk of fire, especially in Olivenhain.

“The draft policy makes it clear that once the plantings are installed, and if a fire hazard develops at any point in the future, it's likely impossible to fix because it would require permits issued either by the city or the habitat agencies that could easily cost hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars. That won't happen,” Perkins said. “No policy should ever be adopted if there's a high likelihood it's irrevocable and impossible to unwind ever. We need optionality to course correct.”

Deputy Fire Marshal Jordan Villagomez said

“These projects would still be required to meet all the fire requirements no matter what,” Villagomez said.

Commissioner Susan Sherrod, also a member of the California Native Plant Society, said research the organization conducted in the wake of the 2025 Los Angeles fire showed native plants posed a lower fire risk.

“And the reason why is that they intrinsically have adapted to this climate being a hot, semi-arid sort of area,” Sherrod said. “But you do need to take care of your property.”

The Planning Commission also unanimously recommended an ordinance amending the zoning code to allow manufactured homes, or prefabricated homes, to be treated the same as other single- or multi-family residential structures throughout the city.

The change would apply the same development standards to manufactured homes as other permanent residences and allow them in areas zoned for single- or multi-family housing.

Charlotte Brenner, a city planner, said tiny homes typically have wheels, which would not be allowed.

“We wouldn’t permit that to be a permanent structure if it had wheels on it,” Brenner said. “Manufactured homes would have to be built on a permanent foundation.”

Units built on or after June 15, 1976, are considered “manufactured homes,” while those built before that date qualify as “mobile homes,” according to the documents.

Brenner said that as long as mobile homes are built on a permanent foundation and meet building safety standards, they could also qualify as single- or multi-family residences under the proposed change.

Vista pursues subsidies for lowincome seniors

The Vista City Council is planning a senior subsidy program that will provide monthly payments to quali-

City leaders plan to begin accepting applications for the subsidy program by July 1. Qualifying applicants would receive $250, $500, $750, or $1,000 per month for up to two years to cover housing costs such as rent and utilities.

Subsidy funds could also be used for employment supports and public benefits applications to increase household income; costs to reduce household expenses; and relocation costs for more affordable housing options, such as a security deposit, first and last month’s rent, moving expenses, utility setup, and family or friend reunification.

The City Council discussed the program’s parameters on Tuesday. City staff initially recommended limiting the program to households with a senior dependent or head-of-household who is 55 or older and makes 80% of the area median income, or AMI, or below.

“The objective of these awards is to help households achieve long-term stability after the subsidy ends, with households paying no more than 60% of gross household income towards rent,” said Homeless Services Program Manager Jonathan Lung. Council members said they would like to consider restricting it to those 70 years and older, with a disability, who make 30% of the AMI or less. They recommended presenting these parameters to the city’s Senior Commission for input.

Mayor John Franklin shared major concerns that the requirements are too broad, noting that about 31% of the city’s population is over the age of 55. He said many seniors have a fixed income and could become dependent on the subsidy without being able to improve their situation in the long term.

“We’ve got an extremely small number of people that we could help with this amount of money,” Franklin said. “We can’t guarantee that in future years we’re going to be able to continue this program, and so we may create a need or a dependency on the program that we won’t be able to satisfy in future years.”

Franklin suggested al-

Neurosurgeon performs rare cerebral bypass at Sharp Grossmont

Dr. Sunil Jeswani, a neurosurgeon at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Neuroscience, recently made headlines when he successfully performed the first cerebral bypass by a nonacademic, community hospital in the San Diego region.

A cerebral bypass — also called revascularization — is a delicate microsurgery used for patients who may have a blocked or narrowed artery, putting them at risk of stroke. Think of it as the brain’s equivalent to a coronary bypass for the heart.

The surgeon begins by taking a blood vessel from outside the brain, for example, from under the scalp. That vessel is then placed inside the brain to reroute blood flow around the problem artery by connecting it to a healthy vessel, restoring normal blood flow.

During this rare and complex surgery performed last month, a specific dye was used, which the

and a multi-disciplinary team to offer patients this advanced type of stroke prevention procedure at a nonacademic hospital is a testament to Sharp’s commitment to neuroscience expertise for San Diego.”

Dedicated to neuroscience expertise

covery.

team can see using a microscope with a special filter. This allows them to confirm that the blood is flowing adequately through the bypass.

The procedure is often used for patients with a condition called moyamoya disease, as was the case with this patient. In moyamoya disease, the arteries supplying blood to the brain narrow over time, reducing oxygen flow and increasing the risk of stroke.

Device detects falls, alerts families within seconds

For families caring for aging loved ones, few concerns are more urgent than what happens after a fall. A new radar-based safety device now available in North County aims to shorten the time between a fall and emergency response.

The system, called Silver Shield and developed by Pontosense, uses radar sensing technology to monitor movement patterns inside the home. When a fall is detected, the device issues an audible alert and sends SMS text notifications to designated family members or close contacts, allowing them to quickly assess the situation and contact emergency services if needed.

Unlike traditional monitoring systems, Silver Shield does not use cameras or microphones, a feature designed to preserve privacy while still providing fullroom coverage.

“This is a real game changer,” said Gil Flores, a firefighter and co-owner of Executive Home Care North County San Diego, the area distributor for the device. “The physical reality is that health deteriorates over time. Dehydration,

internal bleeding and hypothermia can drastically affect survival beyond the initial injury. The faster someone is reached, the better the outcome.”

According to Flores, the radar technology can distinguish between people and pets, reducing false alarms that are common with other monitoring devices. The system is designed to operate without wearable pendants or complicated setup, allowing seniors to move naturally throughout the home.

For many families, the appeal lies in balancing safety with dignity.

“I like to say that we can protect you and protect your privacy,” Flores said.

Silver Shield is available for lease through Executive Home Care North County San Diego. families can call 760-5854898 or email GFlores@ executivehomecare.com.

Executive Home Care North County San Diego provides in-home care services for seniors and adults throughout the region. The company is led by Flores, a U.S. Navy veteran and firefighter, and Jack McCarty, who has decades of experience in senior care.

“Our patient had already had a stroke and was at risk for another,” says Dr. Jeswani. “Having the tools

That commitment to worldclass neurosurgical and neurological care was cemented in 2025 with the opening of Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Neuroscience on the main hospital’s campus in La Mesa. The specialty hospital is the county’s only comprehensive center for patients with conditions that affect the brain, nerves and spine. This includes cancers of the head, neck and spine; movement disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor; and stroke. The center also offers its own inpatient and outpatient rehab facility to follow patients through their re-

“Being able to offer this type of surgery, as well as the aftercare the patient needs — delivered by a specialized team of caregivers inside of the neuroscience hospital — demonstrates how we are able to provide the highest level of care to some of the most complex neurological and neurosurgical problems,” Dr. Jeswani says.

More information about the Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Neuroscience can be found here:

Red light therapy in Carlsbad

Residents searching for red light therapy in Carlsbad now have access to one of North County’s most innovative wellness concepts. Red Light Method opens its Carlsbad location in late March 2026, offering a science-backed approach to pain relief, muscle recovery, detoxification and total-body rejuvenation.

At the center of the experience is FDA-cleared red light therapy — a non-invasive treatment designed to stimulate cellular repair and mitochondrial production. Using a powerful combination of 635nm (red) and 880nm (infrared) wavelengths, Red Light Method’s medical-grade technology penetrates beyond the skin’s surface into deeper tissues.

Unlike basic light panels, members are wrapped in red light therapy pads for 25 minutes to support improved circulation, reduced inflammation, collagen production, enhanced muscle recovery, pain relief, athletic performance, anti-aging skin benefits and improved metabolism.

To enhance results, PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field) Mat therapy can be added during each session. PEMF supports cellular regeneration and nervous system balance, promoting deeper sleep and sustained daytime energy.

What sets the Carlsbad studio apart is its comprehensive therapeutic model. Each session integrates red light therapy with PowerPlate® whole body vibration training, which activates muscle fibers more efficiently than traditional workouts.

These pairing boosts lymphatic drainage, improves balance and accelerates strength gains — all in a time-efficient format

ideal for busy professionals and active adults. Members may also incorporate Exercise With Oxygen Therapy (EWOT) while on the PowerPlate® to enhance endurance and sustainability.

Additional offerings include digital private Pilates Reformer sessions to improve posture, flexibility, core stability and functional strength tailored to individual needs. For deeper relaxation and detoxification, the studio also features a far infrared sauna to support muscle recovery and stress reduction.

Unlike large group fitness studios, Red Light Method delivers a personalized wellness experience. The inclusion of a Styku 3D Body Composition Scanner allows for precise progress tracking and customized programming aligned with goals such as chronic pain management, inflammation reduction, weight loss support, athletic performance or improved sleep. Designed with prevention in mind, the whole-body reset strengthens members now and against future stressors.

For residents of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside

and surrounding communities searching for “wellness therapy near me,” Red Light Method offers a customized alternative to traditional gyms and spas.

Red Light Method Carlsbad redefines the modern wellness studio by combining advanced therapeutic technology with guided performance training in a supportive, results-driven environment. Safe for all ages and body types, the studio’s inclusivity is one of its greatest strengths. If you’re ready to experience cutting-edge bio-technology services, including red light therapy in Carlsbad, now is the time to discover how this innovative method can help you feel stronger, recover faster and live healthier.

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Raising Cane’s coming to O’side

By Cameron Adams

OCEANSIDE — Rais-

ing Cane’s, a popular fried chicken fast food chain, will fill a site that formerly housed a French-inspired comfort food restaurant in southern Oceanside.

The fast-food eatery will occupy the site of the long-closed Mimi’s Cafe on Vista Way, near the Jefferson Street offramp from state Route 78.

Raising Cane’s has identified early 2027 as a target opening date, according to a company represen-

tative. The timeline depends on permit approvals and the construction schedule.

Scott Ashton, chief executive officer of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, told The Coast News that, while he has not tried the fried chicken, his staff has expressed excitement about the restaurant.

“It’ll be a very nice addition to that shopping plaza,” Ashton said.

Ashton added that bringing a business to the location will be a win for the city, including the jobs and

tax revenue it is expected to generate.

“It’s obviously exciting anytime a vacant retail space can be activated,” Ashton said. “It’s great for Oceanside, for our community.”

Raisin’ Canes founder Todd Graves opened the first eatery in 1996 near the Louisiana State University campus. The restaurant, which specializes in chicken fingers and a signature dipping sauce, was named after Graves’ dog, who was present at the construction

I Like Beer raises another

This moment in the I Like Beer journey marks some exciting changes, as well as reestablishing the commitment to great beers and stories. Here’s a look at the ILB Past, Present and Future.

Past: In the quest for the perfect beer in 2025, I sampled 546 unique beers. Down from previous years, but 2025 didn’t include a trip to Ireland and that can put a damper on beer consumption (665 in 2024 was a record; it included trips to England, Ireland and Texas).

at the low alcohol level because it was so flavorful. Clove, banana and coriander notes in this quaffable table beer.

site of the first location, according to the company’s website.

Raising Cane’s currently has locations in Camp Pendleton, Vista, San Marcos and Escondido.

The Oceanside restaurant would be the chain’s westernmost location in North County San Diego and its closest to Interstate 5.

Mimi’s Cafe, founded in 1978 in Anaheim by restaurateur Arthur J. Simms and later rebranded as Mimi’s Bakery and Bistro, built its reputation on American-French comfort food, including its “famous” chicken pot pie.

The restaurant chain has reduced its national footprint following a series of ownership changes. The chain peaked at roughly 146 locations nationwide in 2010, but now has just 44 restaurants in 12 states, according to the Pacific Coast Architecture Database.

In April 2025, a more than 30-year-old Mimi’s Cafe location in Valencia, California, was razed to make way for a Yard House, as reported by the Santa Clarita Valley Signal.

Mimi’s Cafe operated as a sit-down restaurant, while Raising Cane’s locations are typically fast-food establishments with drive-thrus.

The former restaurant’s proximity to freeways, homes, and retail in Oceanside makes Cane’s “ideal for that location,” Ashton said.

While most were 4-ounce tastes, it’s still a robust figure. And has no doubt led to a rotund figure as well. But as my co-host often reminds me when talking about being in shape, “Round is a shape.” And now it occurs to me that round is a shape, the shape of a happy face. All combined, 2025 led to approximately 55 gallons of beer. While that may be just slightly above average to a citizen in the Czech Republic (famously the biggest beer consumers per capita in the world), it’s plenty for this writer-podcaster. My less-than-meticulous notes reveal my most consumed style was the pale ale. That is partly due to the resurgence of the style, and partially due to my affection for Burgeon’s Carlsbad Crush and AleSmith’s 394. Next up were lagers and anything with raspberry.

Present: The focus on supporting local breweries, tap rooms, and venues that prioritize independent breweries remains the goal. New places are still opening up, and I was able to check out the beer lineup at Hill Street Brewing last week.

They brew seven beers in-house, all very good. My favorite, and the most unique: Myers St. Mexican lager. It’s an amber lager served on nitro. Slightly sweet with a dry, smooth finish and a little cherry wood smokiness.

The Benet Hill Belgian ale (3.4% abv) also impressed. I was surprised

I also returned to Los Tacos Beer Garden in south Carlsbad. Los Tacos has curated a rarity: excellent craft Mexican beers available at a taco shop. To add a little flair, they built a custom made chill pad so the bar top keeps every pint icy cold. I ordered a pint of Rrey Dark Lager from Monterrey, Mexico, and sat down with co-owner Ivan Leyvas to talk beer.

ILB: Let’s start with iced bar – this is amazing! Leyvas: The first time I saw this was somewhere in Vegas. I thought it was such a cool idea and wanted to incorporate it into our build-out. So now we have it: a custom-made chill pad. Put your beer down, and it stays nice and cold until you’re ready for another one.

ILB: This is a beer lineup you’re not going to find anywhere else.

Leyvas: Exactly! Half of my taps are craft beers from Mexico. They come all the way from Colima, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Ensenada and Tijuana. We’ve got a lager, dark lager, hazy IPA, west coast IPA and pale ale all brought in from Mexico.

ILB: Give me a taco-beer pairing. Leyvas: Our shrimp diabla taco goes amazingly well with our Wendlandt hazy IPA. That tropical, fruity flavor just goes perfectly with the seafood. The Rrey dark lager pairs with our carne asada taco. I am able to confirm those pairings. Also, the Mazatlan-style shrimp ceviche with the Juan Cordero Pale from Insurgente Brewing is a must order. Los Tacos Beer Garden in La Costa is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Future: I Like Beer the Podcast has collaborated with the San Diego Brewers Guild. And this means two things: more access to the amazing people who make and serve beer, and a move to YouTube video. To start the new venture, we discussed the San Diego beer community with guild president Esthela Davila. Cheers!

Jeff Spanier is the co-host of I Like Beer the Podcast. Follow Spanier’s adventures on Instagram @ilikebeerthepodcast and @ilikebeerthepodcast2757 on YouTube.

Dora brings Tre Forchette prestige to La Jolla

Chef Accursio Lota and Corinne Goria, the husband-andwife team behind North Park’s acclaimed Cori Pastificio Trattoria, a Gambero Rosso Tre Forchette awardee, have opened Dora Ristorante in La Jolla’s Theatre District.

Since its Nov. 20 debut, the restaurant has drawn immediate attention not only for Lota’s résumé, which includes Barilla’s “World Pasta Champion” title and experience in Michelin-starred kitchens, but for the deeply personal story behind the name.

Named for his grandmother, Dora reflects Lota’s upbringing in Menfi along Sicily’s southwestern coast. Childhood memories of running through artichoke fields, preserving tomatoes, and preparing freshly caught tuna at his Nonna’s table shape a menu grounded in tradition and refined through technique.

“So much of my cooking is rooted in the smells and sounds of my Nonna’s home,” Lota said. “Opening Dora in La Jolla feels like picking up a thread from home.”

The 3,800-square-foot space, designed by Bells and Whistles and anchored by a sweeping bar overlooking the open kitchen, channels Southern Italy’s coastal warmth through

sun-washed tones and artisan tilework. Chef de cuisine Luis Esteva, whose background includes Kettner Exchange and Nolita Hall, works alongside Lota in executing the restaurant’s coastal Sicilian vision.

Behind the bar, Mediterranean botanicals, citrus, and amaro-driven cocktails complement a thoughtful wine list curated by sommelier and wine director Lucas Isumi, highlighting coastal Italian and West Coast producers with an emphasis on indigenous varietals. Guiding the dining room is General Manager Steven Schwob, formerly of Trust Restaurant Group and Marisi.

In January, a Gambero Rosso inspector visited and left impressed. Dora now stands as just the seventh restaurant in the United

States to earn the prestigious Tre Forchette distinction, a remarkable milestone only weeks after opening.

The award was announced the day before our visit, and Chef Luis and General Manager Steven Schwob were radiating pride as they shared the news.

Dora’s pre-theatre prix fixe menu ($65) reflects both creativity and efficiency. The current pre-dinner offering, inspired by the La Jolla Playhouse’s production “The Recipe” by Claudia Shear, an homage to Julia Child, allows guests to select an ap-

petizer, second course, and dolci, with the option to add a curated two-wine flight for $27.

The pacing is intentional, allowing diners to enjoy a complete experience without watching the clock.

We began with Arancini ai Porcini e Tartufo, Carnaroli rice enveloping porcini and mozzarella, finished with a rich black truffle passata. The exterior crackled delicately before yielding to a creamy center.

Pillowy focaccia, fermented for 36 hours, arrived alongside a vibrant

eggplant caponata studded with olives and tomatoes, in extra-virgin olive oil. Alici marinate, marinated anchovies with basil and tomato, added briny brightness that was perfect on the warm focaccia.

Frank and I paired these starters with a 2022 Mongrana Super Tuscan from Querciabella, Italy, a Sangiovese-driven blend that balanced red fruit and structure against the earthiness of the truffle and porcini. Guests could also begin with botanical-forward cocktails, draft beers, mocktails, or selections from a well-curated list of Italian and California whites and reds.

Polpette alla Griglia followed, beef and veal meatballs kissed by citrus leaves and served with tomato ammoglio rooted in Sicilian tradition. The citrus lifted the richness without overpowering it. Carpaccio di Tonno showcased thick-cut slices of local bigeye tuna, dressed with tangerine olive oil, arugula, capers, and Fresno chili, where heat and zest framed the fish’s purity.

From there, the kitchen’s technical precision became even more apparent. House-made ricotta and spinach ravioli, finished simply in salted butter and sage, delivered clean, focused flavor. Pesce del Giorno, swordfish on this evening, arrived perfectly cooked, flaky and

moist, accented with roasted tomatoes, herbs, arugula, radicchio, and a grilled lemon wedge that brightened each bite.

The gnocchi with truffled pork sausage sugo, garnished with pecorino, pesto, and basil, may have been the evening’s standout. Each dumpling was tender yet firm, allowing the sugo to cling generously. Alongside it, Pollo alla Griglia, half Mary’s chicken with fennel pollen, chicory, blistered grapes, and roasted squash, offered depth and balance.

Dolci concluded the evening with Cioccolato, Cioccolato, Cioccolato, custard, mousse, and gelato presented as a triple-chocolate crescendo, and a dark chocolate stracciatella gelato with pistachio crumble. A cappuccino sealed the experience. Shortly after we were seated, our exceptional server Ian Driscoll set the tone with polished, attentive service. Early in the evening, Frank leaned over and simply said, “This is worldclass.” It was easy to agree.

Dora delivers Sicilian soul, technical precision, and coastal elegance, an award-winning and wellearned addition to La Jolla’s dining scene. Get more information at doralajolla. com.

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Go greens! Create a salad garden

Although the calendar may say March 6, the first day of spring is officially March 21.

According to my local expert horticulturist, Stephen Froess of Anderson’s La Costa Nursery, “Right now is the perfect time to plant any seedling in the ‘greens family.’

"Here at the nursery, we have six different varieties of lettuce to choose from, including butterleaf, butter crunch, curly red, oak leaf and romaine. There will also be six packs of gourmet leaf mixes featured from our local growers.

“The secret to our success is that we grow all of our seedlings ourselves in our greenhouse, or purchase them from local growers. The seedlings are moved from the greenhouse to our garden beds, so they are acclimated to the North County weather conditions.”

Anderson's co-owner Mark Smith gave his spring

gardening advice:

“Every vegetable seedling in our garden beds is ready to go and hardened off. This process assures us that the plants are ready to be transplanted. This year we will be having a complete selection to create a salad garden.

"Start with our lettuce and greens, then add heirloom tomatoes. Some of the varieties we love include Black Krim, Black Russian, Cherokee Purple and, of course, Roma and Beefsteak.

“The tomatoes will be available mid-March, which is the perfect time to put them in the ground.”

Know where your plants come from

The mistake that many newbie gardeners make is to purchase seedlings from larger box stores that come from vendors as far away as Alabama.

The seedlings begin their life in a 90-degree greenhouse in the South or Northwest, and are transported to Southern California, where the temperatures can range from 50 degrees in the evenings to 80 in the daytime.

Many seedlings go into shock if not “hardened off” in an outdoor environment,

or suffer from becoming too leggy or producing blossoms too early, as in the case of tomatoes and peppers.

We advise all gardeners to ask questions and to inquire how the garden center grows its seedlings. After you have purchased your seedlings, you will be

ready to plant in your raised beds or containers. In our upcoming issues, we will discuss how to design your garden beds to create the best environment for your salad garden.

Anderson’s La Costa Nursery is at 400 La Costa Ave., Encinitas.

Other small green-

houses that grow their own seedlings include Pearson’s Gardens & Herb Farm, 1150 Beverly Drive in Vista, and Green Thumb Nursery, 1019 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos.

Show off your greens in a gourmet salad

I recently had the pleasure of viewing a documentary featuring Alice Waters, the well-know chef and owner of Chez Panisse in Berkeley.

She is recognized as the originator of "farm to table” cuisine, and her salads are considered the most simple yet perfect combinations of ingredients in the country.

After your greens have matured and you are ready to harvest them, try this recipe to wow your guests.

Be certain to pick the leaves early in the morning and harvest with a small scissor. Rinse gently and spin dry in salad spinner. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Chez Panisse baked goat cheese with spring lettuce salad (Adapted from thekitchn.com)

INGREDIENTS:

• 12 ounces fresh, mild goat cheese (find a local vendor)

• Leaves from 4 sprigs thyme, chopped

• Leaves from 1 sprig rosemary, chopped

• 1½ cups extra virgin

olive oil

• 1 cup Panko bread crumbs

• ½ baguette, cut into eight pieces

• 1 teaspoon sherry or balsamic vinegar

• 1/s teaspoon kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon pepper

• 1 pound baby lettuce or salad mix from garden, washed and dried

• ½ cup toasted walnuts, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Shape goat cheese into eight 1-inch disks. Place in one layer in baking dish. Sprinkle with herbs and pour 1 cup olive oil over all. Cover and chill 12 hours. One hour before baking, pop them in freezer to firm up.

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Carefully remove cheese, roll in panko. Arrange on baking dish and bake 15 minutes, turning once.

• Toast baguette slices for five minutes before serving.

• Dressing: Whisk together vinegar, salt and pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Put lettuce in large bowl, toss gently to cover.

• Divide lettuce among four plates, sprinkle with walnuts. Add to each plate two slices of goat-cheese and one slice of baguette. Serve immediately.

Jano Nightingale is a horticulturist who loves to cook from her vegetable garden. Contact her at janosgarden@gmail.com for her upcoming classes.

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CITY OF ENCINITAS FINANCE DEPARTMENT

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL

Resolution No. 2026-21 updating the City’s False Alarm Fees.

PLACE OF MEETING:

City Hall– City Council Chambers 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.

Notice is hereby given that the City Council will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, to discuss the following item of the City of Encinitas:

DESCRIPTION: The City Council will consider adopting Resolution 2026-21, updating the City’s False Alarm Fees. The Resolution will allow the city to collect its updated false alarm fees according to the following schedule:

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For information on attending or providing comments, please visit the City’s Website at https://records.ci.oceanside.ca.us/gov/dev/planning/agendas.asp

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Please contact the City Clerk, 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 at (760) 6332601 or by email at cityclerk@encinitasca.gov with questions or to provide comments. The agenda report will be available on the Agendas and Webcasts webpage at least 72 hours prior to the public hearing at: https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/agendas-webcasts. The public may also provide comments at the Public Hearing on March 18, 2026. La presentación será en inglés. Llame al (760) 943-2150 antes del 18 de junio si necesita servicios de traducción durante la presentación. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Tom Gallup, Director de Finanzas, por correo electrónico a tgallup@encinitasca.gov Para asistencia en español, por favor llame al (760) 943-2150. 03/06/2026 CN 31976

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MARINA VISTA VILLAS, LLC, A WYOMING LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Trustor BEST LENDING FUND I, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Bene ciary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST

BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: At the

entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: See Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto And Made A Part Hereof. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 812 N. CLEVELAND STREET #A OCEANSIDE, CA 92054. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $2,324,212.62 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this gure prior to sale. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election of Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

DATE: 2/18/2026

CALIFORNIA TD

SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE, as Trustee 8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808 PHONE: 714-283-2180 FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION LOG ON TO: www.stoxposting.com CALL: 844-477-7869 PATRICIO S. INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALIST IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

“NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid on a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of the outstanding lien that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. “Please be advised that the trustee may require entity or trust bidders at this trustee’s sale to provide Information, documentation and/or certi cation of the vesting instructions and the data required to be reported

The project above may be appealed to the City Council by ling an appeal in writing with the City Clerk within 10 days of Planning Commission action. The appeal must be accompanied by an appeal fee of $1,838 or by the signatures of 50% of the property owners within the noticed area or 25 signatures of the property owners or tenants within the noticed area, whichever is less. Alternatively, a Call for Review may be led in writing by two members of the City Council.

For further information on the above hearings, contact the Planning Division at the Civic Center, 300 North Coast Highway or telephone (760) 435-3520.

Dated: March 03, 2026

Published: March 06, 2026 OCEANSIDE PLANNING COMMISSION 03/06/2026 CN 31977

pursuant to FinCEN regulations e ective for transfers of residential real property to covered transferees on or after March 1, 2026. The required information must be provided to the trustee before a trustee’s deed upon sale will be issued for covered transfer. Additional information regarding these regulations and the required transferee Information and certi cations can be found at https://www.federalregister. gov/ documents/2024/08/29/2024 -19198/anti-money-launderingregulations-for-residential-realestate-transfers and https:// www. ncen.gov/rre-faqs#d 5 NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 844-4777869, or visit this internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the le number assigned to this case T.S.# 88546. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.” For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of

the trustee sale, you can call (844) 477-7869, or visit this internet website www. STOXPOSTING.com, using the le number assigned to this case 88546 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and a davit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Disclosure In compliance with CA civil code 2924f(F), the opening bid for the foreclosure sale is based on a valuation provided t the trustee by the lender of the lender’s representative. The trustee does not determine, verify, or opine on the accuracy of this valuation and makes no representation regarding the market value of the property subject to foreclosures (the “Property”).

The trustee’s compliance or noncompliance with CA civil code 2924f(f) shall not be construed as an opinion, warranty, or representation regarding (i) the priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, (ii) the condition of title to the Property, or (iii) any other matters a ecting the Property, Including the value of the Property. The trustee relies solely on the trustee’s sale guaranty and/or Information provided by the lender regarding the lien priority and title condition and does not Independently verify such Information. All bidders are solely responsible for conducting their own Independent due diligence regarding the loan, the Property, its value, the lien priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, and the condition of the title to the Property. The trustee assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of any information provided by third parties, including the lender. The

valuation used to determine the minimum opening bid applies only to the Initially scheduled sale date. Any postponement or continuation of the sale does not obligate the trustee to obtain or rely upon a new valuation, nor does It alter the trustee’s limited role in the process.   EXHIBIT “A” Legal Description For APN/ Parcel ID(s): 143-202-08-01 THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A Condominium comprised of: Parcel A: An undivided 1/3 interest in the Common Area as tenants in common in and to Parcel 1 of Marina Vista Villas, in the City of Oceanside, County of San Diego, State of California, according to Parcel Map thereof No. 21981, led in the o ce of the County Recorder, of San Diego County, December 13, 2022 as File No. 2022-7000638 of O cial Records, as shown on that certain “Condominium Plan for Marina Vista Villas” recorded December 15, 2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0345911 of O cial Records covering the Condominium (“Condominium Plan”), and as described in that certain “Declaration of Marina Vista Villas Homeowners Association” recorded December 20, 2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0349583 of O cial Records of said County, collectively the “Common Area”. Parcel B: Unit A (“Unit”), as shown on the Condominium Plan. Parcel C: Those certain Exclusive Use Easement Areas as set forth in the Condominium Plan which are assigned to grantee, which Exclusive Use Easement Areas will be appurtenant to Parcel B. STOX 957999_88546 02/27/2026, 03/06/2026, 03/13/2026 CN 31922

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000010467892 Title Order No.: 250278146 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/09/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU

NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/13/2021 as Instrument No. 2021-0579577 of o cial records in the o ce of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NADINE M. JETT, A SINGLE WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 03/25/2026 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 14898 OAK CREEK, VALLEY CENTER, CALIFORNIA 92082 APN#: 133-370-18-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $594,372.40. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be

made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 833-5610243 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site WWW.

SALES.BDFGROUP.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the le number assigned to this case

00000010467892. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO

TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder”, you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 833-561-0243, or visit this internet website WWW.SALES.

BDFGROUP.COM using the le number assigned to this case 00000010467892 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 833-561-0243 WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM

BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER

TREDER AND WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT

DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP as Trustee 3990 E. Concours Street, Suite 350 Ontario, CA 91764 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 02/17/2026 A-4866134 02/27/2026, 03/06/2026, 03/13/2026 CN 31921

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF EDWARD H. GEGAX

Case # 37-2020-00024537PR-PL-CTL

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

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

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal

CITY OF CARLSBAD

ORDINANCE NO. CS-508

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.30, SECTION 2.30.050 MEETINGS TO ADJUST THE NUMBER OF COMMUNITY-POLICE ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETINGS FROM FOUR TO TWO PER YEAR

WHEREAS, on June 7, 2022, the City Council voted to establish a ve-member civilian commission that would be known as the Community-Police Engagement Commission, would meet at least quarterly, and would have as its primary duty community engagement, not police oversight; and

WHEREAS, the commission is to report directly to the City Council and present annual workplans to the City Council for approval; and

WHEREAS, on Jan. 27, 2026, the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Community-Police Engagement Commission Work Plan, with a minute motion to return to the City Council with an ordinance for introduction to adjust the Community-Police Engagement Commission regular meeting frequency from four meetings to two meetings per year.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, ordains as follows that:

1. That the above recitations are true and correct.

2. The proposed action is not a “project” as de ned by California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA, Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5) and does not require environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) and 15061(b)(3), because the proposed action to adopt an ordinance to reduce the Community-Police Engagement Commission meeting frequency is an organizational or administrative government activity that does not involve any commitment to any speci c project which may result in a potentially signi cant physical impact on the environment. Any subsequent action or direction stemming from the proposed action may require preparation of an environmental document in accordance with CEQA or the CEQA Guidelines.

3. Carlsbad Municipal Code, Title 2, Chapter 2.30, Section 2.30.050 is amended to read as follows:

2.30.050 Meetings.

The Community-Police Engagement Commission shall establish a regular time and place of meetings and shall hold not less than two meetings per year. The majority of the appointed members shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of transacting the business of the Commission.

Each regular meeting agenda shall include an item allowing the Police Chief or designee to provide a police department update, including a report on any notable past or upcoming events the police department is planning for and relevant data, such as crime analysis and police response data.

EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall be e ective thirty days after its adoption; and the City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance and cause the full text of the ordinance or a summary of the ordinance prepared by the City Attorney to be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Carlsbad within fteen days after its adoption.

INTRODUCED AND FIRST READ at a Regular Meeting of the Carlsbad City Council on the 10th day of February, 2026, and thereafter PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 24th day of February, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Shin.

NAYS: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

ABSENT: None.

PUBLISH DATE: Friday, March 6, 2026 City of Carlsbad | City Council

representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: March 23, 2026; Time: 11:00 AM; in Dept.: 503. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh) Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the

California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

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

Petitioner: Kristi Gegax 11906 Indianhead Dr. Austin TX 78753

Telephone: 760.877.6774

03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31988

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(SEC. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.) Escrow No. 2874-DH Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below:

The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) are:

NORA REYES SOLANO, 1275 S. SANTA FE AVE, SUITE 106, VISTA, CA 92083

The location in California of the chief executive o ce of the Seller is: N/A

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

The name(s) and business address(es) of the buyer(s) are:

BALDOMERO APARICIO

LOPEZ, 1275 S. SANTA FE AVE, SUITE 106, VISTA, CA

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92083

The assets to be sold are described in general as: FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS & EQUIPMENT which are located at: 1275 S. SANTA FE AVE, SUITE 106, VISTA, CA 92083

The business name used by the Seller at that location is : NITA’S BEAUTY-HAIRCUTS

The anticipated date of the bulk sale is MARCH 24, 2026 at the o ce of: WARRANTY

ESCROW SERVICE CORP, 410 S. MELROSE DR., STE. 101, VISTA, CA 92081 PHONE: (760) 434-1800

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. If so subject, the name and address of the person with whom claims may be led is: WARRANTY

ESCROW SERVICE CORP, 410 S. MELROSE DR., STE. 101, VISTA, CA 92081 PHONE: (760) 434-1800 and the last date for ling claims shall be MARCH 23, 2026, which is the business day before the sale date speci ed above.

Dated: FEBRUARY 27, 2026

BALDOMERO APARICIO

LOPEZ

5084296-PP COAST NEWS 3/6/26 CN 31985

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Secs. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.)

Escrow No. 164386P-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: Koonsouk Inc, a California Corporation 1910 Oceanside Blvd, Ste D Oceanside, CA 92054

Doing business as: Thai Table Time

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

CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC NOTICE - UNSCHEDULED VACANCIES ON THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION, PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION, SENIOR COMMISSION, and URBAN FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Encinitas is accepting applications to ll one unscheduled vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission with a term ending March 1, 2027; one unscheduled vacancy on the Public Health and Safety Commission with a term ending March 1, 2029; one unscheduled vacancy on the Senior Commission with a term ending March 1, 2027; and one unscheduled vacancy on the Urban Forest Advisory Committee with a term ending March 1, 2029. Application forms must be completed online from the City’s website. The deadline for applications is Monday, March 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

All applicants must be registered voters of the City of Encinitas.

Applicants may be asked to attend a City Council meeting to brie y discuss (2 to 3 minutes) their quali cations and interest in serving on the commission. Term of o ce for the unscheduled vacancy will begin upon appointment.

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION: One (1) appointment to be made to ll one unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027.

• Commissioner Bridget Kimball appointed February 19, 2025, resigned e ective February 11, 2026 (successful appointment to Planning Commission on February 11, 2026). Term expires March 1, 2027.

The Parks and Recreation Commission shall conduct public hearings and prepare recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding public parks, recreational facilities, and community services to include, without limitation: policies and plans for the acquisition, development, improvement, and utilization of parks, playgrounds and other recreational facilities; policies and plans for the development and operations of community service programs for the bene t of the residents of the City; policies and plans for developing community service programs in cooperation with other public and private agencies to include school districts; and such matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION: One (1) appointment to be made to ll one unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027.

• Commissioner Donnette Poole appointed February 11, 2026, resigned e ective February 19, 2026. Term expires March 1, 2029.

The Public Health and Safety Commission shall consist of seven members who are registered voters of the City and persons appointed serve at the pleasure of the City Council. The Commission shall act in an advisory capacity to the City Council, the City departments, and the City’s law enforcement services provider (San Diego Sheri ’s Department), and mental and social services providers by performing the following responsibilities on a continuing basis:

A. Communicate and cooperate with City departments and the City’s law enforcement services provider (San Diego Sheri ’s Department), individual citizens, and community groups in identifying public health and safety concerns and recommend solutions to the City Council for consideration.

B. Promote cooperation and encourage coordination between the Commission, the Fire Department, and the City’s law enforcement services provider, and other entities, public and private, who are involved with community safety activities and e orts.

C. Prepare an annual report to the City Council and to the community on the activities of the Commission.

SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION: One (1) appointment to be made to ll one unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027.

• Commissioner Stuart Gaiber appointed April 10, 2024, resigned e ective February 17, 2026. Term expires March 1, 2027.

The Senior Citizen Commission shall conduct public hearings to gather information and thereafter make recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding services for Senior Citizens which include, without limitation: Policies and plans for the development and operation of programs and services for the bene t of Senior Citizens within the City; policies and plans for developing programs and services in cooperation with other public and private agencies which would bene t Senior Citizens; and such matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

URBAN FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One (1) appointment to be made to ll one unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2029.

• Commissioner Elena Thompson appointed February 11, 2026, resigned e ective February 26, 2026. Term expires March 1, 2029.

The UFAC is composed of members of the community with interest and expertise in urban forestry. This group advises and works together with the City Arborist to review and provide comments on City plans and policies related to urban forestry, including updates to the various aspects of the City’s Urban Forest Management Program and Administrative Manual, and, shall among other things:

A. Review and provide comments on Tree Plans prior to consideration by the City Council.

B. Review and provide comments on the Approved Tree Species Master List prior to consideration by the City Council.

C. Review and provide comments to the City Arborist on proposed City Tree removals except in the case of emergency removals.

D. Advise City Sta regarding programs of public outreach and education in order to promote public understanding of the City’s urban forest, including programs to celebrate and promote Arbor Day.

E. Review and consider Heritage Tree applications in consultation with the City Arborist, and shall make recommendations to the Planning Commission.

F. Review and provide comments to the City Arborist on proposed changes to the City’s Urban Forest Management Program.

The UFAC meetings are open to the public and are held on the fourth Thursday of the month with the exception of November and December.

For more information, contact the City Clerk’s Department at cityclerk@encinitasca.gov. 03/06/2026, 03/13/2026 CN 31962

seller(s) is: 320 Elkhorn Lane, Escondido, CA 92026

The name(s) and business address of the buyer(s) is/are: Saptaveesuk Inc, a California Corporation 1910 Oceanside Blvd, Ste D Oceanside, CA 92054

The assets to be sold are generally described as: BUSINESS, TRADE NAME, GOODWILL, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT AND INVENTORY and are located at: “Thai Table Time”, 1910 Oceanside Blvd, Ste D Oceanside, CA 92054

Dated: 02/24/26

Buyer’s Signature Saptaveesuk Inc, a California Corporation By: /s/ Mercedes Vinavong

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the o ce of: Allison-McCloskey Escrow Company, 4820 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115-4695 and the anticipated sale date is 3/24/2026. 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 Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115-4695, and the last date for ling claims by any creditor shall be 3/23/2026, which is the business day before the anticipated sale date speci ed above.

Coast News legals continued from page 25

Rujirakornkul, CEO

By: /s/ Nira Rujirakornkul, Secretary

3/6/26 CNS-4018963# CN 31979

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice SecureSpace Self Storage Vista located at 220

Hu St Vista CA 92083 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 3/25/2026 at 2:30 PM. Kirsten Olson; Kirsten Olson; Delilah West; Christopher Russell; Tom Corelis; Julie Langford; Rosa Ramos; Sergio Merino; Shannon Conley. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply.

03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31958

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF GERALD E. RIGGS

Case # 26PE000437C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Gerald E. Riggs

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

The Petition for Probate requests that Jennifer Benowitz be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain

very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: April 01, 2026; Time: 8:45 a.m.; in Dept.: 504. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh) Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

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

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

Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the le kept

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

Attorney for Petitioner:

Olivia Olsen Hansen 11622 El Camino Real, Ste 100 San Diego CA 92130 Telephone: 858.461.4191

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

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

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

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

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

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: March 24, 2026; Time: 10:00 AM; in Dept.: 501, Remote Hearing. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh)

Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

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

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

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

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

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

Telephone: 760.705.1334

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STATE OF INDIANA

VIGO CIRCUIT COURT

DIVISION TWO TERM 2026

CAUSE NO:

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

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

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

YOU ARE HEREBY

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

YOU ARE FURTHER

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

Filed: 02/18/2026 s/s LeAna Moore Clerk of the Circuit Court

Vigo Superior Court Vigo County, Indiana 33 S Third St Terre Haute, IN 47807

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

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

PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Isabella Franceschetti led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:

a. Present name: Isabella Franceschetti change to proposed name: Isabella Foschini

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

NOTICE OF HEARING: On April 03, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. N-25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so

on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

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

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

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

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED. Filed Date: 02/18/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31943

NOTICE OF SALE PERSONAL PROPERTY

Notice is hereby given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21700-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell said property by competitive bidding, on or after Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. or later. Said property has been stored and is located at “SuperStorage”, 415 Olive Ave. & 433 Plymouth Dr.,Vista, CA 92083 Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures. com

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SuperStorage 760-726-1800 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31937

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

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

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

NOTICE OF HEARING: On April 10, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

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

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required. A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are

seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies. If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is led, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions. A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

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

Filed Date: 02/23/2026

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

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 25CU024291N NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JASON SHEPPARD, individually and doing business as COAST AUTO CARE; and DOES 1 through 10, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÀ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CLINTON CROSSER, an individual NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la

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

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

Law O ces of Robert L. Hill, APC 5055 Avenida Encinas Ste 100 Carlsbad CA 92008

Telephone: 760.448.4425

Date: (Fecha), 05/12/2025

Clerk by (Secretario), M. Cruz

Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an individual.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JAMES MICHAEL SULLIVAN

Case # 26PE000433C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of James Michael Sullivan

A Petition for Probate has been led by James Donald Sullivan in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that James Donald Sullivan be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The will and any codicils are available for examination in the

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

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: April 01, 2026; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh) Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: John Park, Esq. and Cammy Ha, Esq 4900 Hopyard Road, Ste 100 Pleasanton CA 94588

Telephone: 925.320.7077 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31930

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

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

a. Present name: Cynthia Gonzalez change to proposed name: Cynthia G Esparza THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a

written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On March 27, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Filed Date: 02/13/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31890

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) CASE # (NUMERO DE CASO) 25PSFL01290

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT:

AVISO AL DEMANDADO:

Brendan Jules Morris

You have been sued. Read the

information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente.

Petitioner’s Name is: Nombre del demandante: Jacqueline Garcia Morris

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

If you do not le your Response on time, the court may make orders a ecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help nding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE—RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are e ective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement o cer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

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

EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court East District 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona CA 91766

The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre,

dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Jacqueline Garcia Morris 1515 Valcaros Ave. Rowland Heights, CA 91748

Date (Fecha): 08/21/2025

David W. Slayton, Clerk, by (Secretario, por), M.L. Firmalino, Deputy (Asistente)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant. 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31889

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

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Laura Susan Hastings led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Laura Susan Hastings change to proposed name: Laura Susan HastingsWilson

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

NOTICE OF HEARING: On March 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120). If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required. A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies. If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is led,

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

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED. Filed Date: 02/06/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31871

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

a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas

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de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): Superior Court of California County of San Diego 330 W. Broadway San Diego CA 92101

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

Luke E. Thompson, Esq. 9757 Marilla Dr., #248 Lakeside, CA 92040

Telephone: 619.987.3231

Date: (Fecha) 06-27-2024 Clerk by (Secretario), M. Acevedo, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant.

02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31830

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 by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jonathan Jackson, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31966

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004567 Filed: Feb 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Happy Deck and Siding. Located at: 3905 Marvin St., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Benigno Suarez, 3905 Marvin St., Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/26/2026 S/Benigno Suarez, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27/2026 CN 31965

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9003484 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. Tailored Stylist. Located at: 4111 Isle Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 07/01/2024 and assigned File # 2024-9013601. Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. Freshwater Group LLC, 4111 Isle Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. The Business is Conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. S/Kevin Ann Jordan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31955

Fictitious Business Name

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002397

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

Name(s): A. Encinitas Coast Highway Flowers. Located at: 1163 S. Coast Hwy, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Maria Bazan, 1163 S. Coast Hwy,

Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Maria Bazan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31953

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001866

Filed: Jan 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. La Costa Wine Co. Located at: 7750 El Camino Real #L, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. La Costa Wine Company, Inc., 6671 Titanite Pl., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/16/2025 S/Triana Hinchey, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31950

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003254

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004179 Filed: Feb 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Timber Sweet; B. Timber Sweet Communications; C. Timber Sweet Enterprises. Located at: 5431 Avenida Encinas #I, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1732 Burgundy Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Timber Sweet Consulting LLC, 5431 Avenida Encinas #I, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/17/2026 S/Jon E. Stearn, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31946

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004163

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003526

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

Name(s): A. The Grateful Dog Grooming. Located at: 345 S. Coast Hwy 101 #F, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Emersons Ru LLC, 345 S. Coast Hwy 101 #F, Encinitas CA 92024.

This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2026 S/Carly Pok, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31944

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003013

Filed: Feb 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. 188 Marine. Located at: 14194 Minorca Cove, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paci c Wave Marine LLC, 14194 Minorca Cove, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/12/2026 S/Greg Viehmann, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31941

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003542 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003143 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Anabadaus. Located at: 15077 Palomino Mesa Rd., San Diego CA 92127 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Codegen Studio LLC, 15077 Palomino Mesa Rd., San Diego CA 92127. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Soon Hee Ahn, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31934

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003907

Filed: Feb 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. IV League Nurse Prep. Located at: 1968 S. Coast Hwy #2113, Laguna Beach CA 92651 Orange. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. IV League RN Prep LLC, 1968 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach CA 92651. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Kylie Mattia, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31933

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003858

Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Aroma Rest Spa. Located at: 6920 Miramar Rd. #103, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 8502 Summerdale Rd. #01, San Diego CA 92126. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Wei Cui, 8502 Summerdale Rd. #01, San Diego CA 92126. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to

Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Wei Cui, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31932

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003912 Filed: Feb 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. WeHangChristmasLights.com. Located at: 2834 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alexis Pliego Castro, 2834 Luciernaga St., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Alexis Pliego Castro, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31931

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003764 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Snake Wranglers. Located at: 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Bruce Ireland, 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009; 2. Holly Ireland, 7087 Via Candrejo, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 09/18/2019 S/Bruce Ireland, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31928

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003767 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. CV Energy Studios. Located at: 14798 Caminito Porte Alegre, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Chandni Valiathan, 14798 Caminito Porto Alegre, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Chandni Valiathan, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31927

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9003740 Filed: Feb 19, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. USA Tungsten. Located at: 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd. #150, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 04/08/2025 and assigned File # 2025-9007000. Fictitious

Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. O Innovations LLC, 9920 Paci c Heights Blvd. #150, San Diego CA 92121. The Business is Conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. S/Oscar Fernando Cruz Sierra, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31926

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003478

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003679 Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. MDF International. Located at: 5731 Palmer Way #E, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. MDF Technologies Inc., 5731 Palmer Way #E, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First

Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 11/01/2012 S/Jacques Dallery, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31918

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002331

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003594

Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Skate Juice. Located at: 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Brent Monroe Hyden, 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F,

Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/02/2021 S/Brent Monroe Hyden, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31916

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003583 Filed: Feb 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. VF25 Studio; B. Midnight Veil Studio. Located at: 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brent Monroe Hyden, 1012 S. Coast Hwy #F, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Brent Monroe Hyden, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31915

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003228 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Edda Books. Located at: 1139 California St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address:

Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gilman Enterprises, LLC, 1139 California St., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Lars Gilman, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20/2026 CN 31914

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003433 Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Blue Coast Masonry. Located at: 1147 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Samuel

Orton Knutson, 1147 Eucalyptus Ave, Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Samuel Orton Knutson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31911

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002631

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002025

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Tickle Atelier Skincare LLC. Located at: 604 Hillhaven Dr., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Tickler Atelier Skincare LLC, 604 Hillhaven Dr., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Anthony Tickle, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31909

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003360

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003493

Filed: Feb 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Garcia Auto Wholesale. Located at: 5200 Beachside Ln. #116, San Diego CA 92154 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Mauricio

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003230 Filed: Feb 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. RegeneX Med Management LLC. Located at: 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. RegeneX Med Management LLC, 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2026 S/Gordon Merkle, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31899

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003229

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002673

Filed: Feb 05, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Forbidden Fiction Bookshop. Located at: 528 S. Coast Hwy #204, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paper and Skin LLC, 528 S. Coast Hwy #204, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jonathan Jackson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31897

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003310

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003343

Filed: Feb 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Five Star World Travel. Located at: 4318 Mirage Ln., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1700 Aviara Pkwy #131091, Carlsbad CA 92013. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Laila Marie Matarwe, 1700 Aviara Pkwy #131091, Carlsbad CA 92013. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/01/1984 S/Laila Marie Matarwe, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31895

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002118

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003259

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002531

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002530

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

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

Business Name(s): A. SoCal Information Services. Located at: 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Joseph John Peterson, 112 Monroe St., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Joseph John Peterson, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31886

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9003117 Filed: Feb 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Timothy K. McDaniel LLC. Located at: 418 3rd St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Major

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of: 02/10/2026 S/James E. Grant, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31881

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9000721

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

Name(s): A. Professional Junk Removal. Located at: 546 Sweet Fennel Rd., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego.

Business Mailing Address:

Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Nicholas Henry LaFond, 546 Sweet Fennel Rd., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Nicholas Henry LaFond, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06, 03/13/2026 CN 31880

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002781

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001717

Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ruelas Co. Located at: 2061 Gayle Way, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alejandro Ruelas, 2061 Gayle Way, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/05/2026 S/Alejandro Ruelas, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31878

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002656

Filed: Feb 04, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Arcane Leadership Concepts. Located at: 7320 Melodia Terr., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business

Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Highlands Rockford LLC, 7320 Melodia Terr., Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company.

Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Joanne Coval, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31867

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002749

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

Name(s): A. The Tofu Stop. Located at: 14195 Minorca CV, Del Mar CA 92014-2930 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: 153 S. Sierra St. #1223, Solana Beach CA 92075. Registrant Name and Business

Mailing Address: 1. Katherine Hsu Ponder, 153 S. Sierra Ave. #1223, Solana Beach CA 92075.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/25/2026 S/Katherine Hsu Ponder, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31866

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001768

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001017 Filed: Jan 15, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Rock Academy. Located at: 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego CA 92106 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. San Diego Rock Church, 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego CA 92106. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2000 S/Eric Miller, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31862

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9000897 Filed: Jan 14, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Gav Lab. Located at: 924 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #A, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Gavin Taylor Broughton, 924 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #A, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Gavin Taylor Broughton, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31861

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002834 Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Lincoln’s Concrete. Located at: 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 1620 Gascony Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 10/20/2006 S/Lincoln Eric Peirsol, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31859

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002825 Filed: Feb 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Palisade Home Watch. Located at: 1331 Columbia St. #2012, San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Daniel Seium, 1331 Columbia St. #2012, San Diego CA 92101. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First

Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Daniel Seium, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31858

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001659

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002835

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

Name(s): A. Aviara Property Management Inc. Located at: 111 C St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 7040 Avenida Encinas #104638, Carlsbad CA 92011. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Aviara Property Management Inc., 7040 Avenida Encinas #104638, Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by:

A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/02/2025 S/Derek Peterson, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31855

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002744

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

Name(s): A. Silkstrat Marketing. Located at: 3308 Calle San Blas, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Silkstrat Leadership LLC, 3308 Calle San Blas, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/08/2026 S/Karin Silk, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31854

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002846

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

Name(s): A. KeelStone Visuals. Located at: 524 S. Nevada St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Keeley Ann Niday, 524 S. Nevada St., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Keeley Niday, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31853

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002033

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. BXB Tax Advisors. Located at: 16855 W. Bernardo

Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127

San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant

Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Peter E. Benito, 16855 W. Bernardo Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127; 2. Mark E. Benito, 16855 W. Bernardo

Dr. #320, San Diego CA 92127. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. Registrant First Began to Transact Business

Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2026 S/Peter E. Benito, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31852

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002037

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Drawing Out Genius; B. DrawingOutGenius. org; C. Drawing Out Genius Mentoring; D. Drawing Out Genius Program; E. Drawing Out Genius Schools; F. Drawing Out Genius The Series; G. Drawing Out Genius Org. Located at: 1125 Linda Vista

Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078

San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant

Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. New Hope Charitable Foundation, 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/30/2013 S/Ernest J. Jubela, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31850

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002036

Filed: Jan 28, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Energize Students; B. EnergizeStudents.org. Located at: 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078

San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. New Hope Charitable Foundation, 1125 Linda Vista Dr. #101, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/07/2011 S/Ernest J. Jubela, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31849

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9002688

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

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

San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001161 Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Bach to Rock. Located at: 282 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. ANR Ventures Inc., 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 07/31/2016 S/Richard W. Walker, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31847

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001169 Filed: Jan 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. North County Music School; B. North County Music Academy. Located at: 282 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. ANR Ventures Inc., 3514 Corte Esperanza, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Richard W. Walker, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27, 03/06/2026 CN 31846

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002066

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9001698 Filed: Jan 23, 2026 with County

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

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

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9002712

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proposed changes and received responses from Michael Baker International and CJ Roberts Inc, with city staff recommending the former.

On Feb. 25, the council approved the design contract in a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Joy Lyndes opposed. The council also voted to review the design at 50% completion in order to make any needed changes.

Mayor Bruce Ehlers said the council is responding to calls for change from the community. He claimed many people don’t understand how to use the back-in parking spots, are unhappy with traffic being pushed onto neighboring streets like Melba Road, and that very few students at SDA use the separated bike lanes.

“What I’m up here to do is change those portions, and unfortunately that includes the poorly-done backend parking, and that is a major redo right there,” Ehlers said. “We have to remove the most hated portion of this.”

Other council members and community members also raised concerns about emergency vehicles being unable to access the area during peak hours due to traffic and lanes that are not wide enough.

Councilmember Luke Shaffer said it’s important to have bike lanes throughout the city with consistent infrastructure to make things more predictable for bikers and drivers, noting that the separated bike lane along SDA ends at Bonita Drive/Windsor Road.

“The more consistent we can get across the city, the better our city will be,” Shaffer said.

locating the $500,000 to the city’s housing fund for a permanent supportive housing project for seniors, similar to the Santa Fe Senior Village developed with National CORE.

However, Councilmember Corinna Contreras said housing developments take a long time, and the city can help seniors now by offering subsidies.

basted the council, stating that they were unnecessarily spending millions of dollars to redo the project to make the area more convenient for cars.

“Your decisions are all made based upon how fast you want to get from one place to the other in your car,” he said.

Other residents thanked the council for addressing what they said were issues in the Santa Fe Drive project.

Silver surges as war risk rises

Lyndes, who also voted against the project changes in November, said redoing parts of the project is a waste of taxpayer money that could go toward other important items, such as rail crossings in Leucadia or repairs to city drainage.

“Instead of listening to the public, this City Council has chosen to redesign the roadway by removing the separated bike lane, eliminating a lot of parking, and redesigning so that cyclists are going to be between traffic and parked cars,” Lyndes said. “Approving Item 8F is not fiscally responsible and it does not best protect the safety of our children and community.”

She also said the council based its November decision on the results of a resident survey completed last spring, when community frustrations over the project were at their highest. Since then, she said, more people have been opposed to removing the new infrastructure.

During construction in 2024, the project became a source of frustration for many residents due to traffic impacts and delays that dragged out the timeline. The City Council ultimately certified the project as com-

plete without some originally-planned elements, including two planned protected intersections at Nardo Road/McKinnon Avenue and Bonita Drive/ Windsor Road.

Several residents shared both support for and opposition to moving for-

We have to remove the most hated portion of this.”

Bruce Ehlers Mayor of Encinitas

ward with the infrastructure changes.

Some residents urged the council not to change the project, arguing that the narrower lanes have been crucial in slowing traffic, and the separated lanes make bicyclists feel safer.

“It feels like you’re shooting yourself in the foot. You’re removing the type of bicycle infrastructure that makes fearful riders more comfortable,” said resident Judy Berlfein.

Former Encinitas Mayor Tony Kranz also lam-

“We deserve infrastructure that is unquestionably safe, not experimental,” said Natalie Settoon. “The message has been consistent – it’s not working, it’s not safe, and Santa Fe is unfit for safe travel.”

Some said the city needs to make the surrounding streets safer for bikers before making the changes along Santa Fe Drive. Others said that the angled back-in parking spaces are causing more traffic, leading more people to use the side streets.

“Backup parking is causing backups on Santa Fe Drive, and people are taking side streets way too fast with no bike lanes and no sidewalks,” said resident Bernie Dylan.

The Santa Fe Drive project was partially funded by a $3 million grant secured by state Sen. Catherine Blakespear, who urged city officials last year not to remove the infrastructure.

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara noted that this decision will not have any effect on the planned second phase of the Santa Fe Drive project, which will include improvements to the eastern portion of the road from Bonita Drive/Windsor Road to El Camino Real.

A final design for the second phase is expected to go before the council this fall.

silver outlook

In the past week, the Middle East conflict has intensified. Ma-

jor international news outlets have reported Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iranian targets, followed by missile responses and rising regional tensions.

The situation remains fluid, but markets have reacted quickly to the uncertainty.

There have also been reports of damage to oil infrastructure and a sharp increase in insurance premiums for tankers moving through key shipping routes. Energy traders have responded by pushing oil prices higher as supply risks are reassessed.

From an Austrian economics perspective, conflicts like this highlight deeper monetary questions.

Austrian theorists argue that fiat currency systems allow governments to finance wars through debt and monetary expansion rather than immediate taxation. Critics of the system contend this can contribute to inflation, higher debt levels and long term economic distortions.

Silver reflects these pressures in real time.

higher on safe haven buying.

Prices then pulled back in volatile trading, fluctuating roughly between the high 80s and mid 90s per ounce in early March.

The swings reflect both speculative positioning and broader concern about global growth if the conflict continues.

At the same time, structural supply deficits in the silver market remain part of the longer term conversation. Industrial demand continues to expand while new mine supply has struggled to keep pace.

Fiat monetary systems allow governments to expand the money supply during crises. Supporters say this provides flexibility. Critics argue it gradually reduces purchasing power and obscures the real cost of prolonged conflict.

During periods of instability, investors often rotate toward tangible assets in response.

In short, rising war risk in the Middle East is sending signals across commodities and currencies.

Silver’s volatility serves as a reminder of the ongoing debate between paper systems and hard assets, and why questions about sound money resurface in times of conflict.

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.

victims of violent crimes, including 11-year-old Escondido resident Aiden Antonio Torres De Paz.

Multiple recesses were called as officials worked to maintain order.

“Believe it or not, we do want to listen,” White told the audience after a break. “But we also have legitimate business after this item that needs to be conducted tonight.”

Councilmember Judy Fitzgerald said fear surrounding immigration enforcement had been fueled in part by misleading language.

“Sometimes those

After the program’s details are finalized, the city will solicit proposals from organizations interested in administering it.

City staff also originally proposed opening the program to qualifying seniors in unincorporated Vista, noting that if those individuals become homeless, it is the city’s responsibility to

“The need is now. Unfortunately, the fastest growing demographic experiencing homelessness is seniors,” Contreras said. “I think we need to move forward with this and see how it goes as a pilot.”

scenes can be very upsetting,” Fitzgerald said of videos showing ICE arrests. “But we have to understand the legality of these actions.”

Deputy Mayor Joe Garcia said his decision weighed heavily given his own experiences with immigration enforcement.

“I have been stopped by immigration officers,” Joe Garcia said. “I have been handcuffed by immigration officers.”

As a pastor, Joe Garcia said scripture shaped his thinking.

“People speak scripture — ‘Love your neighbor’ — absolutely,” he said. “But the Bible also says you follow the laws of the land.”

Councilmember Chris-

provide them with services.

Lung said the County of San Diego has provided senior subsidy programs to unincorporated areas in the past, but those funds have since run out.

Council members said they would like to limit the program just to those within the city boundaries.

“When it comes to administrating $500,000, I really do believe it needs to be within the city’s jurisdiction only,” said Deputy Mayor Katie Melendez.

The county may not

tian Garcia said he shared many concerns raised by residents, but noted Homeland Security Investigations also targets crimes such as human trafficking and drug smuggling.

“My concern is that immigration agents being here could potentially erode the trust that we have,” Christian Garcia said, suggesting future policies could require similar contracts to come before the council for review.

Martinez outlined what she described as a history of anti-immigrant policies connected to past city leadership.

“I do believe that ICE is a rogue agency. It's unaccountable," Martinez said,

have an incentive to restart that program if they think the city will handle residents in these areas, Melendez added.

The subsidy program would also offer stabilization strategies for participants, focusing on finding workable solutions for housing stability, reducing household expenses, increasing household income, navigating more affordable housing, and, if needed, shared housing or family reunification.

— Leo Place

warning immigration enforcement activity would continue locally regardless of the council’s decision. “We have to keep each other safe."

Martinez's motion to terminate the contract ultimately failed to advance without a second.

Following another recess, many attendees exited the chambers, shouting frustrations toward council members as they departed through a rear exit.

Outside City Hall, activists gathered to discuss next steps.

“I think a lot of us knew coming into this meeting that we were facing a hostile leadership,” Guzmán said. “But it still hurts, right?”

It functions both as a safe haven asset during geopolitical stress and as an industrial metal used in solar panels, electronics and defense applications. In market driven systems, prices respond to shifting supply, demand and risk perception.

As tensions escalated, silver prices moved sharply

EVENTS CALENDAR

MARCH 6

‘MALTESE FALCON’

The search for the legendary black bird takes a comedic twist in this world premiere adaptation at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach.

Matthew Salazar-Thompson’s ingenious new version of Dashiell Hammett’s noir masterpiece features five versatile performers transforming between roles to bring 1920s San Francisco’s underbelly to hilarious life. $73.50-$78.50, through March 29 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D.

‘CINDERELLA’

Dust off your glass slippers and get ready for a magical night at the ball at MiraCosta. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” puts a fresh, funny spin on the classic fairytale, complete with charming princes, feisty fairy godmothers, and a pumpkin carriage with flair. $21-$24, March 6-15 at MiraCosta College Theatre, 1 Barnard Drive Bldg. 2000, Oceanside.

MALACHI MCNEILL

Malachi McNeill is a singer/songwriter based out of San Diego, formerly under the moniker Statues and Stories. Free, 5 p.m. March 6 at Local Roots Pizza & Tap, 1430 Vantage Ct Suite 101, Vista.

THE BROTHERS COMATOSE

The Brothers Comatose are a roots-infused bluegrass band known for their infectious blend of Americana, folk, and traditional bluegrass. Based in San Francisco, California, the band has developed a reputation for their high-energy performances, heartfelt songwriting, and impressive musicianship. $27.50-$30, 8:30 p.m. on March 6 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 South Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

LIFE TALKS

Please join us on Fridays for interesting and informative talks. First, “Exploring the Origins of Lomaland” with Jill Hall, author of “On a Sundown Sea: A Novel of Madame Tingley and the Origins of Lomaland.” Then, “Three Decades That Changed the Universe” by Madhukar Rao, docent at San Diego Air & Space Museum. Free, 1 p.m. March 6 at MiraCosta College, Administration Building 1000 Conference Room, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside.

MARCH 7

KPOP & ANIME FEST

Hello Anime and Kpop fans. Join us in downtown Vista for Kpop Demon Hunter activities, freebies, Kpop/Anime performances, random play dance, vendors, deco/art tables, food and more. All age event bring family and friends. Free, 3-8 p.m. March 7 at Downtown

Vista/Avo Playhouse, 303 Main Street, Vista.

SAN DIEGO KOI SHOW

Enjoy A Splash of Color and Culture at the San Diego Koi Show. This dazzling event celebrates the vibrant colors and majesty of koi fish, showcasing their elegance and diversity. Free, March 7-8 at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar.

POWAY ARTISAN MARKET

In its 33rd year, the Poway Artisan Market features unique, beautiful and useful items created by local artists in the arts and crafts tradition. Open to all, every first and third Saturday through August. Free, March 7 at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road, Poway.

MOTHER/CHILD

A mother’s deep bond for her children is the subject of an exhibit for Women’s History Month at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery, which will show works by three accomplished artists, Debe Arlook, Christina McFaul and Michele Zousmer. Free, 11 a.m. March 7 at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery, 3216 E. Grand Avenue, Escondido.

VOLUNTEER PLANTING

Join the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County in partnership with the Earth Discovery Institute for a volunteer planting event. Help install and water native plants that support local pollinators at Barron Creek Farm. Free, 9-11 a.m. March 7 at Barron Creek Farm, 1501 Kelly St., Oceanside.

‘LAMB OF GOD’

Embrace the hope of Easter through a performance by San Diego Saints Choir of Rob Gardner’s “Lamb of God.” This profoundly moving and sacred work with choir, orchestra, soloists and narration tells the story of the final days of Jesus Christ’s mortal ministry. $14.40-$42, 7-8:30 p.m. March 7 at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido.

SKATE RISING

Exposure Skate’s youth program, Skate Rising, provides free hands-on skateboarding instruction for girls ages 4-16 where professional and Olympic skaters volunteer as coaches and participants get to learn from and connect with some of the world’s best. Skate gear and safety equipment will be provided for those without. Free, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.on March 7 at LVLUP USA Academy & Training Facility, 1410 Vantage Ct, Vista.

SPAGHETTI CUMBIA

Born from the streets of Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles and formed in 2016,

Spaghetti Cumbia melds traditional cumbia rhythms, rock, punk, and Western movie soundtrack influences into a signature sound all its own. Also featuring Valley Wolf. Free, 7:30 p.m. March 7 at Coomber Craft Wines Vista, 344 Main Street, Vista.

LAUREL CANYON REVIVAL

Laurel Canyon Revival is a 5-member Southern California-based band comprised of local music professionals (Amy Brines, Galen Cram, Rob Hanzlik, Dan Renwick, Tom Williamson) who perform the music specifically borne out of the legendary Laurel Canyon music scene. $30, 7-9:30 p.m. March 7 at The Bornemann Theatre on TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos.

VETERINARIAN CAMP

Experience a one-ofa-kind opportunity in San Diego to step into the shoes of a veterinarian. Practice suturing techniques (on a banana), listen to the heartbeat of a mini horse, peer through a microscope to uncover hidden bacteria and master skills like drawing blood, vaccination techniques, and more. This hands-on camp is designed for kids ages 9-16. $175.96, 9 a.m. on March 7 at Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6447 Helen Woodward Way Rancho Santa Fe.

MARCH 8

ROMANTIC REFLECTIONS

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents “Romantic Reflections.” The program includes Howard Hanson’s “Romantic Symphony,” a beautiful and seldom-heard symphony by an American composer. The concert also features soprano Tasha Koontz performing pieces by Samuel Barber and Jordan Kuspa. Rounding out the program is Brahms’ “Tragic Overture.” $15-$18, 2 p.m. March

to make new connections. Free, 5-7 p.m. March 11 at Rancho Grande El Toro, 825 Williamston Street, Vista.

MARCH 13

REBEL STAR

Prepare for lift-off as Rebel Star brings the electrifying music and spirit of David Bowie to the Bornemann. Founded in San Diego in 2017 by Amanda Dickson, Rebel Star is California’s only female-led Bowie tribute band, delivering a bold, high-energy journey through Bowie’s many iconic eras. $30, March 13 at The Bornemann Theatre on TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos.

‘ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY’

forming an eclectic blend of classic rock, pop, R&B, and contemporary Christian music. $25, 7-9 p.m. March 14 at The Bornemann Theatre on TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos.

CALIFORNIA HONEYDROPS

Formed in the subway systems of Oakland, retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops are an electrifying group that defy convention at every turn. Led by the enigmatic and energetic frontman, Lech Wierzynski, and percussionist Benjamin Malament, the group navigates through a vast repertoire of original songs and timeless classics. $84-$95, 8 p.m. March 14 at The Sound, 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar.

8 at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas.

BILLY IDOL DOCUMENTARY

“Billy Idol Should Be Dead” is a feature-length documentary tracing the life and career of the punk pioneer turned rock ‘n’ roll icon. $10.95, 7:15 p.m. on March 8 at River Village Cinema is D’Place, 5256 S Mission Rd, Bonsall.

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 8 at St. Michael’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

MARCH 11

RHAPSODY IN BLUE

Geoffrey Gonzalez’s Rhapsody in Blue became an instant audience favorite. His playful, energetic response to George Gershwin’s beloved score will make you feel the energy and special vibe you only feel when visiting New York City. $39-$99, 8:30-10:30 p.m. March 11 at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 North Escondido Blvd, Escondido.

UMPHREYS MCGEE

Pioneers at the intersection of music and technology, Umphrey’s McGee’s live experience fuses cutting-edge production with fan-centric innovation, creating a space where longtime followers and newcomers alike feel at home. $49.50-$55, 8 p.m. on March 11 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

VISTA CHAMBER MIXER

Join us for our March Business Mixer at Rancho Grande El Toro. Start the new year by catching up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County

This explosive play body 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, March 13-29 at Sunshine Brooks Theater, 217 N Coast Highway, Oceanside.

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, March 13 to April 6 at Mershops North County Mall, 272 E Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido.

MARCH

14

CRACOW DUO

A dazzling display of world-tour virtuosity, blending piano and strings into an electrifying classical crossover experience. Free, 4:30 p.m. on March 14 at the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

‘CROSS CURRENTS’

Join us for the opening reception of “Cross Currents,” a contemporary group exhibition bringing together artists from across the globe. Curated by Thumbprint Gallery and presented in Distinction Gallery’s main exhibition space, the show features painting, drawing, and mixed media., Free, 6-10 p.m. on March 14 at Distinction Gallery, 317 East Grand Avenue, Escondido.

SOUL SEEKERS

The Soul Seekers are a North County San Diego-based band rooted in the soft classic rock of the late 1960s and 1970s, per-

MARCH 15

HALF MARATHON

Celebrate St. Patrick’s at this year’s 4th annual Moonlight Beach Half Marathon. All runners will receive a finisher bling, race t-shirt, chip timing, and an unforgettable experience. Cash prizes for the best St. Patrick’s-themed costumes and top finishers. $94.15$148.65, 7:30 a.m. March 15 at Moonlight State Beach, 400 B Street, Encinitas.

UPCOMING

‘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.

‘GIANTS’ ART EXHIBIT

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego presents “Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys,” featuring more than 130 works by 37 Black American and diasporic artists. The exhibition includes paintings, photographs, sculptures and installations from the couple’s private collection. Exhibition runs April 18 through Aug. 9 at Museum of Contemporary Art, 700 Prospect Street, La Jolla.

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1. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to the Acadia National Park?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was an avid dog breeder who gave his hunting hounds funny names like “Sweet Lips” and “Madam Moose”?

3. MOVIES: Who is the antagonist of “Shrek” in the first animated movie?

4. LITERATURE: What is the pseudonym of the 20th-century author who was born Adeline Virginia Stephen?

5. TELEVISION: What’s the family’s last name in the TV sitcom “The Middle”?

6. HISTORY: Which famous nurse was known as the Lady with the Lamp?

7. GEOGRAPHY: Ringgit is the common currency in which Southeast Asian country?

8. ANATOMY: Which human organ stores bile?

1. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to the Acadia National Park?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was an avid dog breeder who gave his hunting hounds funny names like “Sweet Lips” and “Madam Moose”?

1. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to the Acadia National Park?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was an avid dog breeder who gave his hunting hounds funny names like “Sweet Lips” and “Madam Moose”?

3. MOVIES: Who is the antagonist of “Shrek” in the first animated movie?

4. LITERATURE: What is the pseudonym of the 20th-century author who was born Adeline Virginia Stephen?

3. MOVIES: Who is the antagonist of “Shrek” in the first animated movie?

5. TELEVISION: What’s the family’s last name in the TV sitcom “The Middle”?

4. LITERATURE: What is the pseudonym of the 20th-century author who was born Adeline Virginia Stephen?

6. HISTORY: Which famous nurse was known as the Lady with the Lamp?

7. GEOGRAPHY: Ringgit is the common currency in which Southeast Asian country?

5. TELEVISION: What’s the family’s last name in the TV sitcom “The Middle”?

8. ANATOMY: Which human organ stores bile?

9. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “Cogito, ergo sum” mean in English?

6. HISTORY: Which famous nurse was known as the Lady with the Lamp?

10. MATH: What is the next prime number after 7? Answers

7. GEOGRAPHY: Ringgit is the common currency in which Southeast Asian country?

1. Maine.

2. George Washington.

3. Lord Maximus Farquaad.

9. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “Cogito, ergo sum” mean in English?

10. MATH: What is the next prime number after 7?

Answers

1. Maine.

2. George Washington.

3. Lord Maximus Farquaad.

4. Virginia Woolf.

5. Heck.

6. Florence Nightingale.

7. Malaysia

8. The gallbladder.

8. ANATOMY: Which human organ stores bile?

4. Virginia Woolf. 5. Heck. 6. Florence Nightingale.

7. Malaysia 8. The gallbladder. 9. “I think, therefore I am.”

9. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “Cogito, ergo sum” mean in English?

Eleven (11). © 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

10. MATH: What is the next prime number after 7?

Answers

1. Maine.

2. George Washington.

3. Lord Maximus Farquaad. 4. Virginia Woolf.

5. Heck.

6. Florence Nightingale.

7. Malaysia

8. The gallbladder.

9. “I think, therefore I am.”

10. Eleven (11).

© 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

Tri-City expands mental health care

O’side campus adds new 16-bed inpatient facility

By Christopher Bacon

OCEANSIDE — A new inpatient psychiatric health facility on the Tri-City Medical Center campus has been operating for about two months, expanding access to short-term mental health treatment for adults across North County San Diego. The 16-bed mental health care facility, which began accepting patients in December 2025, was developed through a partnership between the County of San Diego, Tri-City Healthcare District, and Exodus Recovery Inc.

The $27.6 million project was funded by the county and constructed on the medical center’s Oceanside campus to address a longstanding shortage of inpatient behavioral health beds in the region.

“The agreement is a three-way agreement with the county of San Diego, Tri-City Healthcare District, and Exodus to include a lease agreement and management agreement,” said Dr. Gene Ma, CEO and president of Tri-City Medical Center.

The facility provides 24-hour inpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older experiencing acute behavioral health crises requiring a higher level of treatment than outpatient or emergency services can provide.

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managed to not only build surfboards from the available redwood in the region, but to haul them 55 miles (the automobile was less than a year old, so transportation was most likely horse and buggy) to the waves of Santa Cruz.

While the surf in Santa Cruz does correspond with that of Oahu, the water temperature does not. This story illustrates what every surfer knows to this day: that a surfer cannot be stopped from riding waves, regardless of the obstacles placed in their path.

Shortly after the three Princes introduced surfing to our West Coast, in 1892,

Tree Doctor wins ‘Best Of’ award 2 years in a row

When it comes to preserving and enhancing the health of your trees and landscape in San Diego, few names are as trusted as Russell Bowman at Bowman Plant & Tree Care Specialists. Known affectionately by clients as San Diego’s “Tree Doctor,” Russell brings over four decades of experience in plant and tree health care to every job, making his service the go-to choice for homeowners and businesses alike.

Patients typically stay between five and seven days before transitioning to continued care in the community, according to hospital administrators.

“The purpose is to expand much-needed access to inpatient behavioral health beds in North County San Diego for residents suffering an acute behavioral health crisis warranting inpatient care,” Ma said.

County officials say the facility is expected to ease pressure on emergency departments and hospitals that often serve as temporary holding locations for people awaiting psychiatric placement.

The center is projected to serve between 300 and 500 patients annually.

“It keeps residents closer to their families and support systems and reduces the need to send patients outside of North County for care,” said Dr. Megan Patrick-Thompson, program director of the PHF.

Care at the facility is delivered by a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, nurses, therapists and support staff providing both medical and therapeutic services.

Patients are referred primarily through local emergency departments and crisis stabilization units.

“This facility represents a commitment to investing in mental health care locally and building a stronger, more responsive behavioral health system for our community,” Thompson said.

Princess Ka´iulani, heir to the Hawaiian throne, was sent to study in England. She too overcame the unfamiliar sting of cold water and, in so doing, brought surfing to the British Isles.

More familiar to most surfers are surfing ambassadors such as the Hawaiian-born George Freeth and, of course, the father of modern surfing, Duke Kahanamoku.

The whole story of bringing surfing around the world is being told at CSM. Admission is free to members, while non-members will be charged a price equivalent to that of a large burger, hold the fries. To learn more about this exhibit, please visit CSM’s website: surfmuseum.org.

What sets Russell Bowman apart is his deep expertise in diagnosing, treating, and maintaining tree health in the unique Southern California climate. Trees in San Diego face distinct environmental stresses — from drought conditions and nutrient-poor soil to pest infestations and fungal diseases. Russell’s approach begins with a thorough tree health diagnosis, identifying issues that might otherwise go unnoticed and addressing them before they become severe problems.

One of the hallmarks of Bowman’s service is his use of organic, biologically sound nutrition programs designed to revitalize trees from the inside out. Drawing from his background and proprietary fertilization techniques he learned as an arborist at Disneyland, Russell uses deep-root fertilization and nutrient delivery systems that work with a property’s existing irrigation to feed essential bi-

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the incident pulled over and provided a statement to investigators.

Shortly after 10 a.m. Friday, Jacob Berntsen, 48, was fatally injured in his hometown of Valley Center when the SUV he was driving veered off Lilac Road and struck a tree. Berntsen died at the scene of the crash south of Old Castle Road, the medical examiner reported.

Early last Tuesday, a vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian on state Route 52 in Clairemont, authorities said. Francis Gray, 48, was standing in a traffic lane on the eastbound side of

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ethics, she couldn’t ignore it. In a tense meeting with the external auditors that summer, Warrem told them the truth.

Five days later, without investigation or a chance to explain, Warrem’s boss, Chief Financial Officer Andre Douzdjian, who had berated her in private sessions, and CEO Ikhrata, terminated her.

It’s then that the honest public accountant became a whistleblower and a hero to some.

She sued.

Warrem’s story proves

ology directly to roots. This method not only strengthens trees but also enhances soil health and overall landscape vitality.

Clients consistently praise the transformation they see after working with Russell. Many note that once lackluster trees and plants begin to flourish, showing stronger growth, richer foliage, and greater resilience against pests and

the freeway when a pickup truck hit him shortly after 1:30 a.m., according to the county agency. Gray died before paramedics could transport him to a hospital.

A day earlier, a headon collision on a rural road a few miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border claimed the life of a 35-year-old motorist.

Miguel Araque of Los Angeles was driving east on state Route 94 just before 3 p.m. Feb. 23 when the 2009 Nissan Cube he was driving veered left and collided with an oncoming 2003 Dodge Ram near Little Tecate Road, according to the medical examiner and the California Highway Patrol.

Paramedics airlifted

that one honest CPA could expose a multi-million-dollar mess without being bullied into lying to cover for a broken system.

On Nov. 3, 2025, the verdict came: a $2.5 million award to Warrem.

The award included $760,000 for economic losses and $1.75 million for non-economic damages.

Attorneys’ fees would follow, amounting to an additional $1.7 million, bringing the total award amount to over $4.2 million.

The final award did not include the SANDAG costs to pay outside attorneys and staff to defend

ized service. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, he evaluates each property’s unique conditions and creates tailored care plans. Whether treating disease, improving irrigation and nutrient delivery, or advising on long-term tree care strategies, Bowman’s focus is always on sustainable, longterm health.

Recognized repeatedly for excellence — including being voted Best of North County multiple times in the San Diego Union-Tribune community press poll — Bowman Plant & Tree Care Specialists stands out for its combination of scientific know-how, practical skill, and genuine care for the landscapes he tends.

For anyone in San Diego County who values the longevity and beauty of their trees, Russell Bowman’s expertise makes him the best choice to ensure your green investments stay healthy, vibrant, and thriving year after year.

drought. Beyond the technical care, Bowman Plant & Tree Care Specialists offers professional tree trimming, pruning, and maintenance that promote healthy growth patterns while also improving safety and aesthetics in residential and commercial landscapes.

Another reason local property owners rely on Russell Bowman is his commitment to personal-

Araque to Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

The crash left the driver of the pickup truck, a 57-year-old Tecate man, with minor injuries, CHP public affairs Officer Jasmine Lopez said.

On the evening of Feb. 20, a pickup truck struck and killed a pedestrian in his eastern San Diego County hometown on his 69th birthday, authorities reported.

Enrique Diaz of Ramona was hit by a 2010 Ford F-150 on a dark stretch of state Route 67 near state Route 78 shortly after 7:30 p.m., according to the medical examiner. Diaz died at

the lawsuit.

Warrem said in a statement, “It’s validation that honesty matters, even when it costs everything. I had to choose the truth. No one should ever be in a situation to have to choose.

Unfortunately, the taxpayers of San Diego County are punished, and no one at SANDAG has been individually held accountable.”

We should be grateful there are brave, honest people like her watching out for us.

Jerome Stock is a former Encinitas mayor and council member.

For a free evaluation contact Bowman Landscaping at 858-499-9417 or visit:

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the scene.

On Feb. 10, an Oceanside man suffered severe head injuries when he crashed an electric bicycle in his coastal hometown. Scott Weiler, 52, lost control of the e-bike while riding west on South Coast Highway just before noon, sending the vehicle crashing into a light pole, the county agency reported.

Paramedics transported Weiler to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where he died 19 days later. Authorities urged anyone with information related to any of the incidents to contact local law enforcement agencies.

— City News Service

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