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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paul Donn, a silverback gorilla, has returned to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park today to rejoin the troop he was raised in after the previous silverback died last year—joining a 44-year-old female gorilla named Jessica; visitors can now view the troop in the Gorilla Forest. CBS8
- ➤ An immersive Elephant Valley exhibit will let visitors walk among elephants and learn about their roles as ecosystem engineers. The project features pathways lined with over 350 African savanna plants, a two-story restaurant called Mkutano House, and a gathering area known as Mkutano Park—opening in early 2026. NBC San Diego
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Padres beat the Giants Tuesday night by a score of five to one + home runs by Jose Iglesias and Jackson Merrill moved them into a tie with the Dodgers at 68 to 52. The Dodgers lost ground with a twelve to twenty stretch and the teams will face off over the next two weekends as the NL West race remains open. NBC San Diego
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Paint & Sip Experience
11:30 a.m. — Kettle On Grand — Beverage included — Unleash your inner artist while painting with friends in a creative atmosphere.
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Teo Gonzalez Live Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Teo Gonzalez in Escondido.
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The Mamas and Papas Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — The Grand | Ritz Theater — Ticketed event — Relive the flower power era with music from The Mamas & The Papas and other iconic songs.
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Southern California Ballet: West End to Broadway
6-7:30 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical journey from the West End to Broadway through dance.
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