Historic Vista was the Epicenter for K-pop Anime Fest 2026
VISTA, Calif. — Historic Downtown Vista came alive this past Saturday as SoCal K-pop Anime Fest returned for what organizers described as its biggest...
Rancho Guejito Vineyard Is So Much More Than Just a Great...
By TR Robertson
Next to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park lies the last undivided Mexican land grant in California: a sprawling 23,000-acre complex that...
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Vista Launches Full Review of Surveillance Tech, Policies
VISTA — The city is joining a growing list of municipalities seriously discussing and potentially acting on automated license plate readers, Flock cameras, and...
Rancho Guejito Vineyard Is So Much More Than Just a Great Winery
By TR Robertson
Next to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park lies the last undivided Mexican land grant in California: a sprawling 23,000-acre complex that...
Fire Prevention Week October 4–10, 2026, is “Charge into Fire Safety Safe Charging Is...
October 5, 2026 — The Escondido Fire Department teamed is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to support Fire Prevention Week....
San Marcos Fire Department Open House
Join the San Marcos Fire Department for its annual Open House at Fire Station 1! This family-friendly event offers an opportunity to meet local...
News from the City of Carlsbad – El Niño preparations and More
El Niño storm preparations are well underway in Carlsbad, so I’m beginning this week’s update with a behind-the-scenes video of crews clearing a drainage...
Cyclovia on Saturday, September 26 Road Closures
We're excited to put on our 3rd annual Cyclovia on Saturday, September 26! Whether you're planning on participating or otherwise driving through Downtown Vista...
Update: Additional Arrest Made in Fatal Traffic Collision
CARLSBAD, Calif. — The Carlsbad Police Department continues to investigate the Sept. 15 traffic collision on Carlsbad Boulevard that resulted in the death of...
Historic Vista was the Epicenter for K-pop Anime Fest 2026
VISTA, Calif. — Historic Downtown Vista came alive this past Saturday as SoCal K-pop Anime Fest returned for what organizers described as its biggest...
State Street Farmers Market Welcome Fall with Fresh Apple Cider
Fall officially arrived this week, and while Carlsbad is still enjoying warm, sunny days, the flavors of the new season are starting to make...
San Marcos Holiday Parade on Hold
SAN MARCOS — A long-running city tradition appears to be on pause.
The Kiwanis Club of Lake San Marcos announced in August it cannot run...
Death Investigation In-Custody Death – Vista Detention Facility
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Sheriff's Homicide investigators were notified that a 45-year-old male in Sheriff's custody at the Vista Detention Facility was transported...
Oceanside Boaters Can Cut Certification Costs in Half This Fall
OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Oceanside-area boaters now have a lower-cost path to earning their Boat Operator Certification, as America's Boating Club Oceanside (San Luis Rey...
Fit to Bring Professionally Managed Wellness Experience to The Hill District Community in San...
SAN MARCOS, Calif. – September 21, 2026 – The Hill District Masterplan Community is pleased to announce a new partnership with Fit, San Diego's...
North Coast Rep’s “Good Night, Oscar” a Touching and Mesmerizing Production
By TR Robertson
If you are fortunate enough to attend the performance of North Coast Repertory Theatre’s first production of their 45th Season, the West...
SANDAG Committee Advances Airport Transit Connection
SAN DIEGO — The region’s transportation agency is moving forward with plans to connect downtown San Diego to San Diego International Airport.
The San Diego...
I Like Beer The Podcast – 16 Years of Mother Earth: What Changes—and What...
Mother Earth Brewing has been part of North County beer for 16 years, which officially puts them in “grizzled veteran” territory.
Kamron returns to I...
St. Mary’s Church of Oceanside to Host Annual Parish Festival October 4th
(OCEANSIDE, CA – September 21, 2026) - St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church is hosting its Fourth Annual Fall Festival on Sunday,...
Soroptimists Host QuarterMania Fundraiser Oct. 4
Proceeds support women's and girls’ education, empowerment, and human trafficking awareness. “Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping, and bring your friends and neighbors...
Historic Vista was the Epicenter for K-pop Anime Fest 2026
VISTA, Calif. — Historic Downtown Vista came alive this past Saturday as SoCal K-pop Anime Fest returned for what organizers described as its biggest...
North Coast Rep’s “Good Night, Oscar” a Touching and Mesmerizing Production
By TR Robertson
If you are fortunate enough to attend the performance of North Coast Repertory Theatre’s first production of their 45th Season, the West...
Hundreds Get into the Viking Festival Spirit Over the Weekend at the ASGE Museum
By TR Robertson Photos by Brian Robertson
The 24th annual Vista Viking Festival returned for another weekend in September bigger and better than ever, once again...
Let the Good Times Roll: St. Michael’s Jazz Fest Returns Next Weekend
Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music as St. Michael’s Jazz Fest returns to Carlsbad Village next Saturday, September 26. Now in...
A Visit to the Best Kept Secret on Vista’s Main Street – Cosmic Bloom...
By TR Robertson
Located in the heart of Downtown Historic Vista, at 253 Main Street, next to Vista’s Avo Theatre, is a popular coffee shop...