Good morning, Escondido.

On May 10, a small fire broke out in a second-floor apartment at 1342 N Escondido Blvd and firefighters contained the blaze in about an hour while evacuating residents and limiting water damage to 7 units (the cause is under investigation).

The Chamber will host a business event at 1230 Auto Park Way where David Alemian will present his 'Alemian Solution'—a new approach to employee loyalty as the National Veterans Chamber of Commerce joins the session to discuss talent retention and business growth; registration is free for members and $10 for non-members.

Vista Irrigation District awarded six high school seniors $1,500 scholarships and chose three fourth-grade students to receive $100, $50, and $25 for winning its water awareness poster contest — the contest drew 230 entries and the winning art will be shown in the 2026 Water Awareness Calendar. This action is meant to boost water education among local students.

Rep. Mike Levin called Monday for $60 million to fund a new coastal surveillance system after a May 5 smuggling event killed three people, including a 14-year-old boy while his 10-year-old sister remains missing, and a Sunday incident near Windansea Beach led to nine migrants detained and federal charges against five people — he urged lawmakers to boost coastal security and reform immigration measures.

San Diego FC will play their first midweek match tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. at Snapdragon Stadium against the Colorado Rapids after a 2-1 win over St. Louis on Saturday — coach Mikey Varas said the team will keep its usual lineup to let players recover ahead of the next game on Saturday at Mission Valley.

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.

Escondido Choral Arts Concert

3-6 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating performance featuring Dan Forrest’s Requiem for the Living and full orchestra.

Palomar Gem and Mineral Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Entry fee TBD — Discover beautiful mineral specimens, cut gems, fossils, and exquisite jewelry crafted from the earth's treasures.