? MiraCosta Gets Workforce Training Funds + SDG&E Rate Relief Coming?

Hello, all! I’m back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening locally. In today’s issue, we’ll touch on…

• Your shockingly high utility bills may be coming down next month.
• Rep. Mike Levin secures $1 million funding for MiraCosta College.
• King Tide waves were out in full force, battering the coast this past weekend.

But first, today’s weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 64 Low: 37.

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Here are the top stories in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton today:

1. When will the massively high utility bills start coming down in Oceanside? The news from SDG&E seems to be going from bad to worse. Not only are local natural gas customers paying more than double what they paid just a year ago, but electricity rates are up, too. While SDG&E offers programs to help customers pay their bills, when the utility can’t collect, it will simply “roll that debt into electricity and natural gas rates.” Meaning: all customers end up paying more. However, relief may be in sight, as rates are expected to fall next month. (KPBS)
2. A fire at the San Diego Coffee Co. late Saturday night didn’t cause serious damage, thanks to the fast response from local fire units from Oceanside, Carlsbad and Vista. The commercial coffee roaster used by the coffee company was on fire when firefighters arrived, but crews were able to put the fire out within minutes by manually activating the building’s sprinkler system. “The fire is currently under investigation by an Oceanside Fire Department investigator.” (Coast News)
3. MiraCosta College is getting $1 million for the college’s Technology Career Institute’s (TCI) accelerated skills-based training programs. Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) was on hand Friday with officials and students from the college, to announce the funding secured through recent government legislation. The funds will be used to create “hands-on training courses to prepare students for jobs in high-skilled occupations in engineering, manufacturing, and biomedical equipment.” (Times of San Diego)
4. Rich Cruse Photography captured these King Tide waves as they crashed over the south strand in Oceanside on Sunday. The recent storms have brought wild ocean waves over 10 feet that resulted in coastal flooding. (Yahoo News)

Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Boys Soccer @ OHS v. Escondido – Oceanside High (3:45 PM)
• JV/V Girls Basketball @ Mt. Carmel – Oceanside High (5:30 PM)
• Comedy Night at Privateer Marketplace (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• “We love this cool photo of the intersection of Second and Hill Streets (Mission and Coast Highway) taken in about 1923 (view of southwest corner). This “traffic light” or directional standard was modified with different signage over the …” (Oceanside Historical Society via Facebook)
• “Mark your calendars! ⁠ Oceanside Chamber’s annual Meet the City of Oceanside event will be held March 30, 2023 from 5-7PM at the William A. Wagner Aquatic Center.⁠ ⁠ Meet the City gives Oceanside Chamber members and guests the opportunit…” (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• “ACTIVE DUTY HELPERS WANTED! Did you know that Rotary Camp Pendleton is 100% volunteer based?! It takes a village of volunteers to help the warehouse run smoothly and efficiently. And that includes getting assistance from active duty ser…” (Rotary Camp Pendleton via Facebook)
• SDG&E Communications Team, San Diego Gas & Electric: “? Take control of your energy bill this winter by reducing your gas usage with this tip. – ? Here are ways we are helping our customers, including assistance programs: sdge.com/assistance ⚡ Additional bill-saving tips: sdge.com/MyEner…” (Nextdoor)

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