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Thursday, August 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The San Diego Zoo Safari Park said it will open the new Denny Sanford Elephant Valley in early 2026—its largest project in 109 years that will mimic the African savanna with over 350 rare plants and a restaurant called Mkutano House. The exhibit will give visitors an immersive look at elephant behavior and conservation efforts.  CBS8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Paint & Sip Experience

    11:30 a.m. — Kettle On Grand — Beverage included — Unleash your inner artist while painting with friends in a creative atmosphere.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Debuts: Contemporary Ballet Show

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket info TBA — Experience captivating world premieres from notable choreographers in a groundbreaking ballet presentation.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Whitney Shay at The Centre

    6-9:30 p.m. — The Centre — Free venue parking — Enjoy a night of soul and blues under the stars with Whitney Shay and friends.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The cure for pain is in the pain.

~ Rumi

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