🌱 Oceanside Sinkhole Repairs Continue + More Rain + Hometown Heroes

Good morning, everybody. It's Monday in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton and I'm back to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town. Today you'll read about...

• Emergency Repairs on WB SR-78 continue.
• Nominate an Oceanside Hometown Hero.
• More rain coming! Oceanside residents can get free sandbags.

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But first, today's weather:

Rain and drizzle in the a.m.. High: 62 Low: 52.

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

1. Caltrans extended the closure of Westbound State Route 78 between El Camino Real and College Boulevard until later today to finish emergency repairs. A sinkhole opened on the roadway after a 50-year-old culvert failed last Wednesday as a result of last week's heavy rainstorm. Oceanside police recommend "Motorists detour to the College Boulevard/Vista Way off-ramp, then west on Vista Way to the westbound SR-78 El Camino Real on-ramp." (Oceanside Police Department via Facebook)
2. Do you know a local Oceanside hero that should be recognized by the community? MainStreet Oceanside is seeking nominations for the 2023 Hometown Heroes. " This annual recognition honors residents who have made a significant contribution of time and energy through volunteerism outside their normal scope of work to improve quality of life, promote positive community development, and enhance neighborhoods in Oceanside." The 2023 Hometown Heroes will be honored at the 27th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade on Saturday, June 24, 2023. The deadline to submit nomination forms is 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2023. Nomination forms are available on the parade website OceansideParade.com (MainStreet Oceanside)
3. A new exhibit at the Oceanside Museum Of Art showcases artworks that are 3-dimensional forms as well as large-scale photography. "The Melissa Meier: Becoming Nature exhibit costumes are developed into moveable, wearable sculptures that are brought to life, serving as independent sculptures and in their final documented form as archival fine art photographs." The Becoming Nature exhibit runs through Sunday, June 25. (There San Diego)

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Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Nature Center Garden Work Party - Buena Vista Audubon Society (9:00 AM)
• Community Forum: Shattering Myths of Adolescent Alcohol & Drug Use (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "More wet weather is headed our way this week. Take steps to be prepared ahead of time: ☔️ If your property is prone to flooding or erosion, Oceanside residents can pick up free sandbags. Details here: https://bit.ly/3JQBXAN ☔️Keep an eye..." (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "Congratulations to Dr. Skylar M Garrahy, OHS Principal, for earning her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from USC! 🎉 #DestinationOside" (Oceanside Unified School District via Facebook)
• "In celebration of Women's History Month, come and enjoy a free evening of música campirana at Oceanside's Landes Community Center, located at 2855 Cedar Rd., on Friday, March 31 at 6 p.m. Música campirana, traditional music of Southern M..." (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "MCX 24-hour access! 🚨 🤯 With 9 location now available you can shop anytime, day or night. Whether you're looking for snacks, drinks, hot food, or prepared food items, you'll find it here. 👇 🙌 📣 🍔 🥤 🌯 👉 Check out our other ..." (MCCS Camp Pendleton via Instagram)
• "Have you heard of MAAC?⁠ ⁠ MAAC is the leading provider of comprehensive social services in San Diego County in five key areas: Economic Development, Education, Health & Well-being, Housing and Advocacy & Leadership Development. Check th..." (Oceanside Chamber via Instagram)
• "We are looking for additional Vendors for the 11th Annual Wildcat Run Car & Motor Show on April 29th! Space fee is ONLY $35. Send us a message or email to sign up" (El Camino High School Wildcat Foundation via Facebook)

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Pier Binoculars: Oceanside Photo Of The Day

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Featured events:

• Real Estate & Economic Update Free Webinar (March 22)
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• E.B Haul Murrieta local junk hauling (Details)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Lisa Frost

About me: I am the Community Publisher for the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch and love sharing all things Oceanside. It's a privilege to help locals and those visiting our incredible and diverse city stay informed about local news, people, and the stories that shape our community. Explore all that Patch has to offer Oceansiders:

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