Good morning, Escondido.

Nearly 100 San Diego-area veterans returned from an Honor Flight from Washington, D.C. & were warmly welcomed by a large crowd that listened as they shared what the trip meant to them.

On Sunday morning, a fire destroyed the home of Gary Lane on Campo Road near Lucky Six Truck Trail in Dulzura when he tried to save his wife, his disabled son, and their five dogs, with firefighters arriving at 7 a.m. and containing the blaze in an hour while three family members were treated at UCSD Medical Center and two dogs died.

North County sports saw competitive MLB, minor league, and high school games as teams posted close scores and key hits.

Highlights included former local alums such as Cathedral Catholic’s Sean Bouchard and Torrey Pines’ Garrett Stubbs—both of whom made crucial plays—while Escondido athletes helped advance their teams in softball contests.

Carmen by City Ballet of San Diego

2:00 – 3:30 PM — The Centre — Tickets $46.80 – $142.80 — Experience the dramatic storytelling of Carmen through stunning ballet performances.

Old Escondido Mother's Day Home Tour

6-11 p.m. — 329 E 7th Ave, Escondido — $30 pre-purchase, $35 at door — Explore five historic homes and enjoy refreshments in a charming Mother’s Day tradition.

Lawrence Welk's Villas on the Greens Stay

May 23-30 — Villas on the Greens, Escondido, CA — From $2,900 — Enjoy a luxurious one-bedroom stay at a resort with golf, theater, and family-friendly activities.