Friday, May 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Oceanside. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Troy Othneil Smith (36), was sentenced Wednesday to two-and-a-half years in prison after a small plane he rode in made an emergency landing on State Route 76 last fall and he tried to hide a package containing cocaine near a guardrail as police arrived. The Coast News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Village Arts has announced its 24th season for 2025—2026 featuring three award-winning musicals and two San Diego premiere plays at its renovated Ray Charles Stage. The season includes productions such as RENT, The Apiary, Matt & Ben, and Hairspray with performances scheduled from August 8 to July 19 and introduces new Friday matinees along with an expanded college program—reinforcing its role as a community arts hub. The Vista Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ San Diego Foundation awarded $2.1 million in grants today to local nonprofits to expand mental and behavioral health services for children, youth and families in San Diego County — the funding also supports efforts to meet a need for 18,500 new mental health workers by 2027. The Vista Press
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Memorial Day Wave Open
10 AM – 4 PM — Wave Waterpark — Free for military personnel — Celebrate Memorial Day with free admission for active or retired military, firefighters, and law enforcement.
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Frontwave Spring Pet Adoption Event
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Frontwave Credit Union - Rancho Del Oro — Adoption fee supported — Help pets find loving homes with activities, food trucks, and wellness exams.
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Whelan Lake Bird Sanctuary Walk
8-10 a.m. — Whelan Lake Bird Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore the scenic areas of the lake while enjoying a nature walk that ranges from easy to moderate difficulty.
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USA Surfing Championships and Team Trials
— Oceanside Municipal Pier — Free entry — Watch elite surfers and stand-up paddlers compete in multiple divisions at this prestigious championship event.
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Race Across America 2025
Jun 10 – Jun 21 — Oceanside Municipal Pier — Entry requirements vary — Experience one of the most prestigious ultra-endurance cycling races in the world.
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105 Year Anniversary Celebration
5:30-8 p.m. — Veterans Association of North County — Free entry — Celebrate a remarkable legacy with a panel of distinguished women veterans and a special book signing.
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DAD GAMES 2025
11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Carlsbad — $20+ — Compete in the ultimate arcade showdown for dads and their families while enjoying a banquet and fun prizes.
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Summer Mountain Biking Camp
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Guajome Regional Park — $55 for bike rental — A week-long summer camp where kids learn mountain biking skills through fun activities and trail rides.
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On-Site Tour of Aegis Living Shadowridge
9 AM - 7 PM — Aegis Living Shadowridge — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior living community with exceptional care and nutritious dining options.
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