Good morning, Escondido.

Igloo Coolers returns as a presenting sponsor for Seaster Stories next week, backing a community event that features a live panel, film screening, cocktail hour, music, kids' activities, and a raffle with prizes like local staycations & hotel deals.

A nearly $3 million preschool center has opened at 221 W.

7th Ave in Central Escondido, offering 77 spaces plus a commercial kitchen as a second building will open in the spring for 64 more spots. The project aims to expand early education access for local families.

City officials in Escondido rejected four bids for the John Masson Memorial Bike Park due to a UCI membership requirement and will rebid the project to expand the bike park at Jesmond Dene Park on North Broadway.

The park will offer pump, skills, and kids tracks once completed.

Escondido Charter named 29-year-old Erick Morales as its head football coach.

Morales brings athletic experience as an All-League quarterback and All-CIF shortstop + he aims to boost team camaraderie and competitiveness as he prepares for the upcoming season.

Luis Rengifo hit a grand slam that drove the Padres to an 11-2 win over the Brewers on Tuesday, Aug.

11 — his homer gave the team a 5-0 lead and pushed them into a tie for the final wild card spot as they are set to try a series sweep today at Petco Park with Robbie Ray pitching.