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Coming up: 2026 LeucadiART WALK on the Carlsbad Patch calendar

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Hello again Carlsbad! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Carlsbad-linked treatment provider joins multimillion-dollar underpayment lawsuit against Cigna.
  • Looking for a new pet? See which Carlsbad shelters are featured.

Also on today's calendar: 2026 LeucadiART WALK and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 67. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 87 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 10 SUD Providers Sue Cigna for $12.7M in Underpayments (bhbusiness.com) — A regional group of 10 addiction treatment providers, including Carlsbad Mental Health Services, is suing insurer Cigna, claiming they were underpaid by $12.7 million for substance use disorder care. The case alleges systemic under-reimbursement that could limit access to behavioral health treatment for patients across North County and the wider region.
   

• Pet of the week: Playful Labrador Retriever puppy waiting to be adopted (sandiegouniontribune.com) — If you're looking to adopt locally, a playful Labrador puppy named King is available through the Helen Woodward Animal Center, and the listing also highlights both the county's North Shelter on Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad and DirtyLittlePaws Rescue in Carlsbad. You'll find adoption fees, hours, and contact details for several nearby shelters to help you find the right pet.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I took this photo last night at beacons it's Amazing..
    a truly special night. I have received such good feedback from all of you thank you for those kind words.. I was just at the right place at the right… (Nextdoor CBad South)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
    Mushu was LOST on August 21, 2026 in Oceanside, CA 92054 near Frontier and mission Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact… (Nextdoor Village)
  • BoxLunch / Hot Topic posted a job opening for Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2 in Carlsbad. Apply here.
  • Carlsbad By The Sea posted a job opening for Housekeeper Room Attendant in Carlsbad. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carlsbad here.

🗞 Nearby News

Vista

  • Vista -Actualización: Sospechoso detenido en tiroteo (thevistapress.com)
  • High-Speed Optoelectronic Transceiver Design & Development Engineer Job in California - CA, Career, Jobs in Samtec, Inc. (military.com)
  • White seeks second term as Escondido mayor (sandiegouniontribune.com)

Encinitas

  • Early Orthodontic Screenings Now Available for Kids in Encinitas (cincinnati.com)
  • Ocean and open water lifeguards in California should be considered first responders, lawmakers say (mercurynews.com)

Oceanside

  • Juvenile Arrested In Vista Drive-By Shooting (patch.com)

Ok Carlsbad! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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