Friday: Low clouds, then sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 64 degrees.
Saturday: Humid with periods of sun, temps: high: 79, low: 65.
Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Rachel, with a high of 74 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Coastal Commission picks townhomes not park on Carlsbad land (inewsource.org) — In a closely watched meeting at the Oceanside Civic Center, the California Coastal Commission voted 7–4 to back Carlsbad's plan for 120 townhomes instead of a long-sought park near South Ponto Beach. Oceanside-area residents who packed the hearing argued the last big coastal parcel should stay open for recreation, but commissioners ultimately prioritized housing needs while noting other park projects and beach access nearby.
• Oceanside Shock Announce Broadcast Team for 2026-27 (northcountydailystar.com) — Oceanside's new pro hockey team, the Oceanside Shock, has named veteran San Diego broadcasters Craig Elsten and Michael Metzger to call all 28 home games from Frontwave Arena, with live coverage on the team's YouTube channel. The inaugural home broadcast is this Saturday evening when the Shock host Fresno, and tickets for the full home schedule are already on sale.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
I was on my porch tonight at 8:55 pm and heard an owl next door so decided to see if I could see and photo it. I was really surprised how well it cane out with only a post to stabilize it. The phone is a samsung s23 and only available starlight. (Nextdoor Rancho Del Oro Village 1)
Update: Pet Reunited Cookie , a dog who went missing in Oceanside, CA, has been safely reunited with their family after 1 days, 9 hours. Message from Owner: "Please get… (Nextdoor Crown Heights)
Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Oceanside. Apply here.
Lot Commercial Property Services posted a job opening for Day Porter - Janitorial (Part-Time) in Oceanside. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oceanside here.
North County Ford Training Program Invests in the Future of Vista Students – North County Daily Star (northcountydailystar.com)
Vista chamber announces annual 'Heroes' award honorees (thecoastnews.com)
Carlsbad
Azul Hospitality Group Leads Conversion of Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa to Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection (hospitalitynet.org)
Carlsbad, Mission Hills will add to San Diego high school football history on Friday night (sandiegouniontribune.com)
Encinitas
Red Cross Urges Encinitas Residents To Donate Blood This Fall (patch.com)
Ok Oceanside! 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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!