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Escondido
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A ticket with five matching numbers sold at an Escondido gas station was valued at $1,532,761 after Saturday’s drawing + no full-match ticket was sold, pushing Monday’s jackpot to $203 million. NBC San Diego
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ County data show fentanyl-related deaths dropped from about 802 in 2022 to 340 in 2025, though numbers remain above pre-pandemic levels. Dr. Nicole Esposito said increased public awareness, more treatment programs, and naloxone distribution contributed to the decline + local outreach continues for at-risk communities. CBS8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In today’s Sports Night update, Tatis moves to a new spot in the batting order as team lineups shift ahead of spring contests and local pitchers vie for a final rotation spot. NBC San Diego
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Route 78 Mariachi Festival
12-5 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — $25-$125 — Experience a vibrant Sunday of professional Mariachi performances and cultural festivities.
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Circus Vargas
1-4 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience an unforgettable circus performance with featuring Circus Vargas.
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Circus Vargas
12-3 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience the thrills and excitement of live circus performances in Escondido.
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Circus Vargas
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets start at $69 — Experience the magic and excitement of Circus Vargas in Escondido.
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Circus Vargas
7-10 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets from $69 — Experience the magic of Circus Vargas at North County Mall in Escondido, CA.
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Circus Vargas
7-10 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience the thrill of Circus Vargas in Escondido's North County Mall.
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Circus Vargas
7-10 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets from $69 — Experience the thrills and chills of Circus Vargas at North County Mall in Escondido.
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Ticitozaá Folklorico Dance Festival
12-10 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Free to attend — Experience a vibrant celebration of traditional Mexican dance with colorful costumes and energetic performances.
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Ticitozaá Folklorico Dance Festival
12-8 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate vibrant folkloric dance cultures at this exciting festival.
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Circus Vargas
7-10 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets start at $69 — Experience the thrilling performances of Circus Vargas at North County Mall.
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