🌱 Transit Gets $7M For Sprinter + Skateboarders Join National Team

Good morning, everybody! It's your host of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Daily — here to tell you everything you need to know that's happening in town these days. Including news about...

• North County skateboarders dominate the 2023 national team.
• Plans to modernize the Sprinter get $7 million in federal money.
• Wet weather to continue with two more storms on the way.

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But first, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 64 Low: 45.

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Here are the top stories today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

1. How much rain did Tuesday's storm bring to Oceanside and how much more can we expect? Monday's warm weather turned into a much-needed downpour on Tuesday that brought just over a half inch of rain. But wait, there's more! An even bigger storm is set to hit just in time for New Year's Eve and it's followed by yet a third storm, taking us through the first week of the year. The drought-stricken region can well use the water and residents are advised to forgo any watering of yards for at least a couple of weeks. (NBC San Diego)
2. Oceanside commuters will get to enjoy faster and more frequent Sprinter train service, thanks to $7 million in federal funding awarded to North County Transit District. The funding will launch the initial phase of NCTD's corridor modernization project. NCTD executive director Matthew O. Tucker said in a statement, "This funding to modernize train signals is a first step toward achieving 15-minute frequencies and reducing local traffic." (Patch)
3. Oceanside skateboarders are among four North County youths joining the 2023 National Skateboarding team. The 16 athletes, announced by the U.S. governing body for skateboarding, are mostly from California, with others from Arizona, New Mexico and Florida. It will come as no surprise to locals that North County will comprise a quarter of the team, including Bryce Wettstein, 18, and Braden Hoban, 21, both from Encinitas. Representing Oceanside are Gavin Bottger, 15 and Ruby Lilley, who recently celebrated her 16th birthday. "I never thought I would go this path — it's like a dream come true," Lilley said. "Ever since I started skateboarding, it's been my dream to go to the Olympics." (Coast News)

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Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Girls SoCal Classic - Oceanside High (All Day)
• Farmer's Market - Downtown (9:00 AM)
• Sunset Market - Downtown (5:00 PM)
• Boys SoCal Classic - Oceanside High (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "Nana and Pop Pop—the sweetest O'riginals in town. Come get a taste of the family-owned shop that's been serving up O'side sugar rushes for over 23 years! 🍭🍦 - Repost from @oceansideharborvillage ..." (Visit Oceanside via Instagram)
• "The City of Oceanside is funding job training programs for financially eligible residents in a partnership with MiraCosta College Community Education & Workforce Development. Classes begin 1/17. Learn more! https://commed.miracosta.edu -..." (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "Play ball! This T-ball program will teach your child the basic rules and fundamental skills of softball and baseball. ⚾️ Your child will learn to swing the bat, run the bases, and have a lot of fun doing it! At the end of each session, a..." (City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Remember! We will be closed during January 1st and 2nd! Happy New Year, everyone!" (MCCS Camp Pendleton - Libraries via Facebook)
• "A message from County Supervisor Jim Desmond - I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, or anything else you celebrate. I was able to spend some quality time with my wife and kids and enjoy our amazing weather. I wasn't pl..." (Nextdoor)

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Events:

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Lisa Frost

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