Good morning, Escondido.

Some players and coaches oppose shifting Kit Carson Park's softball fields for a planned three-rink ice-skating facility.

City Council approved a MOU with The Rinks Foundation this summer, and Save Kit Carson Park warns that the move could threaten protected habitats and favorite community spots (including local recreation areas).

San Diego Humane Society is asking for local adopters as it struggles with nearly 2,000 animals in emergency kennels amid a surge of pets — it offers 50% off adoption fees through August and will host a fee-waived adoption day on Saturday, Aug.

29 at its Escondido campus.

Thor, a Great Dane puppy, is available for adoption now (brought by Dulce Vida Rescue founder Tati Polo through NBC 7 and Telemundo 20’s Clear the Shelters campaign), inviting local families to find his forever home.

Cotija, a 3-year-old cattle dog mix, is available for adoption at Rancho Coastal Humane Society where all fees are waived, making it easier for locals to welcome a new furry friend.

Children's Paradise opened its third early learning center at Iglesia Bautista Fundamental on Aug.

5 to serve 141 families, with the front building opening July 27 and a second building set to open next spring — featuring a new playground and ADA improvements.

Casey Mize made his Padres debut on Wednesday, Aug.

5 in Arizona, pitching 3.1 innings while allowing 8 earned runs on 9 hits in a 10-4 loss to the Diamondbacks, which raised his season ERA from 2.70 to 3.40.