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Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Oceanside. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The San Diego Foundation announced it is awarding more than $2.5M in grants to local food programs to help nonprofits cope with expected federal funding cuts. Mama’s Kitchen—a key beneficiary that provides medically tailored meals—will receive $325,000 to support its service expansion. CBS8
- ➤ Local shops & eateries in downtown Oceanside are celebrating the holiday season from Small Business Saturday through Dec. 24 with festive in-store specials, a staycation giveaway, and holiday markets at Sunset Market on Dec. 11 and Dec. 18. The Vista Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clean Energy Alliance is accepting applications from residents to join its seven-member Community Advisory Committee, which connects local voices with the board & influences clean energy programs; applications are due by Monday, Dec. 22 with appointments set for Jan. 29. The Vista Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The California Department of Healthcare Services said this holiday season is a key time for Oceanside residents to start treatment and recovery for mental and substance use disorders — officials note available resources offer support during challenging times. The campaign, sponsored by ChooseChangeCA.org, reminds everyone that help is within reach. CBS8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ San Marcos nurse Natasha Henson returned to competitive Olympic-style weightlifting after shoulder surgery in late Oct. 2024; after a year of rehab at North County Fitness (Vista), she set a personal record at a USA Weightlifting meet and now aims for an international meet in Greece. The Coast News
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Coastal Christmas Holiday Lights Spectacular
11:59 p.m. - 1:29 a.m. — Del Mar Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical seaside holiday wonderland with festive lights and family fun.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas 5K/10K
7 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Kit Carson Park — $42.95 - $64.95 — Celebrate the 60th anniversary of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' with family-friendly runs and festive swag.
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Cash'd Out: Tribute to Johnny Cash
8-10 p.m. — Belly Up Tavern — Tickets vary — Enjoy an authentic night of Johnny Cash classics performed by Cash'd Out.
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Coastal Christmas Del Mar
3:59-7:59 p.m. — Del Mar Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience holiday magic by the California coast with festive lights and activities for the whole family.
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Downtown Encinitas Pack Walk
9-11 a.m. — Cottonwood Creek Park — Free entry — Explore downtown Encinitas on a flat walk past boutique shops and the Moonlight Beach area.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jim Rohn
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