Good morning, Escondido.

California Center for the Arts unveiled its new slogan 'Art Lives Here' at a Dec.

17 donor luncheon at its Conference Center's Salon, where CEO Gina Lopez praised staff and donors. The Rotary Club gifted a mobile stage arriving in January to reduce future rental costs.

Actor David Harbour visited Barnes & Noble on West Valley Parkway on Saturday, Dec.

13, chatting with staff about local attractions and signing autographs for fans as social media buzz grew around the store. His friendly presence helped support a cherished local business.

Shoppers in San Diego adjust their budgets as egg prices dropped over 50% from peak levels and meat prices hit record highs due to tight supply – families now shop more carefully amid overall food cost pressures.

Expert James Bourdon will talk about mountain lions at Daley Ranch Discussions With Friends at the Ranch House on Sunday, Jan.

11 at 11 a.m., and guests can hike (a one-mile option) or ride a complimentary shuttle starting at 9:15 at this free event hosted by Friends of Daley Ranch.

Escondido Creek Conservancy has closed escrow on two properties, including the 160-acre White-Atterbury and the 96-acre Elfin Acres sites, to protect hundreds of acres for native wildlife (supported by nearly $7 million in state and federal grants).

The acquisitions are part of the Connecting Conservation Corridors Campaign aimed at linking native habitats.

San Diego Foundation tax experts will be available for interviews to guide donors on tax-smart charitable giving before Dec.

31. Donors can learn about strategies such as donor-advised funds to maximize deductions and support local nonprofits (contact details are provided).

On Dec. 18, Escondido received the Devvies Award from the North Economic Development Council for its work with Kimley-Horn on a vision plan that revitalized Grand Ave. Key city officials attended the event, including Jennifer Schoeneck & Carol Rogers.

The Red Cross calls on donors to give blood and platelets to keep supplies strong amid busy holiday travel.

A donation event in Escondido at North County Mall runs today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.