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Escondido
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The San Diego Humane Society hosted its 27th Annual Walk For Animals (Saturday morning) at Kit Carson Park with over 1,000 walkers and nearly 600 dogs. The event brought locals together to support animal care. NBC San Diego
- ➤ On March 14, Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland presented $15,000 in Live Your Dream awards at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center to 12 local single mothers. The awards help cover education and child care costs — a boost for women overcoming hardship. The Vista Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mayor’s Art Contest extended its jpeg submission deadline to Saturday, March 28 to give artists more time to compete for $1,500 cash awards; accepted art will be shown at the Grand Avenue Gallery (121 West Grand Ave) from Saturday, April 4 with a reception on Saturday, April 11. The Vista Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices edged up Monday as supply disruptions from a Middle East conflict and higher crude oil costs pushed the national average close to $4 per gallon, while California averages remain high at about $5.79. Escondido drivers may see further changes in the coming days. CBS8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 students at Encanto Elementary participated in a digital mock election today, with the winning class set to enjoy a pizza party and a civic engagement lesson. NBC San Diego
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Friends of Lake Hodges are hosting a community clean-up on Sunday, Apr. 26 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Lake Hodges Visitor Center Parking Lot at 20102 Lake Drive to collect trash, discuss sustainability, and offer free T-shirts for early registrants. The Vista Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Easterseals launched the Every1 With Autism Belongs campaign as Autism Acceptance Month begins, featuring a nationally debuted PSA during the Winter Paralympics that shares local stories to build inclusion & support for those on the autism spectrum. The Vista Press
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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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Earth Day Escondido 2026
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly activities focused on sustainability and local community connection.
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Circus Vargas
12-3 p.m. — Mershops North County Mall — Tickets start at $92 — Experience an unforgettable circus event with thrilling performances in Escondido.
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Gourd Dreamcatchers Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Grand | Ritz Theater — All materials provided — Create a unique gourd dreamcatcher while exploring Native American cultural traditions.
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KPOP Guardians Tribute Show
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Grand | Ritz Theater — Tickets may be required — Experience a vibrant celebration of K-Pop with impressive performances and dazzling visuals.
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Randy Travis Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical legacy of Randy Travis, a Country Music Hall of Fame inductee with over 25 million albums sold.
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