Good morning, Escondido.

Rincon del Diablo NSDAR kicks off its Month of Service, Sept.

11-Oct. 11, to remember 9/11. On Sept. 12, members join 200 volunteers cleaning gravestones at Miramar National Cemetery; on Sept. 27 they welcome returning veterans, and they meet on Oct. 10 at the Heights Golf Club.

Trudy Duncan celebrated her 104th birthday on Sept.

17 at Redwood Terrace, where she has lived since 2014. Born in Germany, she endured wartime challenges and personal losses during her long life.

Ninja Exchange, a venue with independent vendors selling toys + trading cards and comics at the mall, will close soon as its lease expires.

Mall management’s change requiring a 7-day schedule has led the store to plan its move out.

Mesa Agricola, a tiny Mexican eatery at 707 S.

Escondido Blvd recently featured in the New York Times, has seen sales triple with long lines around the corner. The taqueria is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., serving homemade guisados plus preparing vegan options.

Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. visited Neighborhood Healthcare Wednesday morning with HRSA Administrator Tom Engels to announce expanded dental services for children with neurodevelopmental disorders; Dr. Patel said the grant supports programs for children with autism and cerebral palsy (boosting care for over 100,000 visitors in the region).

The Padres won 5-1 Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium with a 2-run homer by Manny Machado that gave them a 2-0 lead; the win boosts their playoff bid as they prepare for the final game of the series Thursday night.