📰 News Highlights

SDGE expands “super off-peak” hours

Starting May 1, 2026, SDG&E is expanding its "Super Off-Peak" pricing to include 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays, offering customers up to 20% savings on electricity bills. This initiative encourages shifting high-energy usage—like running dishwashers, laundry, or charging electric vehicles—to midday, when solar energy is abundant.

New Times: Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Existing Times: Daily, 12 a.m. – 6 a.m.

Weekends/Holidays: 12 a.m. – 2 p.m..

Applicability: Requires a Time of Use (TOU) plan.

This change aims to lower costs for residential customers while supporting a greener grid, providing year-round opportunities for savings rather than only during spring

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🎬 Reel Recap + Real Details

Ocean Kamp surf park + mixed use development officially under construction in Oceanside

Ocean Kamp is a 92-acre, $390 million mixed-use "lifestyle community" development in Oceanside, California, featuring San Diego County's first major artificial surf lagoon. Located near Highway 76 and Foussat Road, it includes a 3.5-acre wave pool, 700 residential units, a 300-room hotel, and retail space, with completion anticipated in 2027.

Plans feature 134,000 square feet of retail and office space, along with an 18,000-square-foot conference building. It is situated on the former site of a drive-in theater and swap meet, offering easy access to the coast. The development faced previous delays due to lawsuits, environmental reviews, and the discovery of Native American artifacts, but is moving forward after receiving unanimous approval from the Oceanside Planning Commission.

Want more info? Watch our reel or check out this article.

A huge 93-acre park is coming to Carlsbad

Veterans Memorial Park will be Carlsbad’s largest community park, located on 93.7 acres near the intersection of Faraday Avenue and Cannon Road. Over half of the land will remain as undisturbed habitat, protecting native wildlife and vegetation. The park will be physically separated into two distinct areas (north and south), which transition through passive uses and open space to a prominent public art element at the high point of the site.

The northern hub will feature the Memorial Plaza, with displays honoring veterans and service members of the six military branches. The southern hub will center on a pump track for cyclists. Both hubs will include restrooms, pathways, picnic areas and spaces for community gatherings. An inclusive playground will connect the two hubs.

Want to learn more? Watch our reel or check out this article.

​​Your Guide to Weekend Fun ✨

Check out Panda Fest! The largest outdoor Asian food market in the U.S.

What to expect:

2 FREE GIFTS: one customized Panda pin with San Diego feature, one headband (worth $11)

80+ Asian food vendors

200 + types of Asian street food

30 + Merchandise vendors

Asian culture performance

Panda related merchandise

Panda inflatable + bounce house

Tickets start at $11

Interested? Buy tickets here.

Local Eats and Coffee Shops ❤️ 

☕ Coffee Shop of the Week: Parakeet Cafe

📍 Carlsbad | 1935 Calle Barcelona, Suite 176

Parakeet cafe was imagined when the owners’ daughter was diagnosed with a rare illness as a baby. As new parents, they turned to food as a source of healing and hope. That journey showed them that real, nourishing food can truly change lives. Now they’re doing just that — changing and uplifting lives in North County. This cafe is a welcoming hub for all ages to come and connect, share a laugh (or a meal). It’s a place to enjoy vibrant, wholesome meals made with organic, locally sourced ingredients.

Check out their Instagram here

🍴 Restaurant of the Week: Fidel's Little Mexico

📍Solana Beach | 607 Valley Ave

Fidel’s Little Mexico is an award-winning authentic Mexican restaurant in Solana Beach, CA. Their traditional Mexican cuisine, live Mariachi music, and Taco Bar (Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday) are all amazing - but their customer service is top notch! They also have a great happy hour (with discounts on apps) Monday-Friday from 4:30-8:00pm - one of the best happy hours in North County!

Check out their website here

📺 What’s Changing and What You Should Know about SD

Inside Downtown San Diego's Hottest Neighborhood: Little Italy

I’ve spent a lot of time exploring different neighborhoods in San Diego, and I’ve got to say, something special is happening in Little Italy right now. This area still holds that authentic Italian charm, but it’s also becoming one of the most vibrant, walkable, and exciting places to live in the entire city.

In this video, we’re diving into why Little Italy has become the hottest part of downtown San Diego. By the end, you’ll understand exactly why so many people are eager to call this neighborhood home. Let’s get started!

AVOID These Neighborhoods if You Are From Out of State

A lot of out-of-state buyers end up focusing on the same few San Diego neighborhoods, but those are often the places where unexpected costs show up the fastest. What looks great on the surface can come with tradeoffs that only become obvious after you move in.

In this video, I’m walking you through seven areas that are commonly misunderstood and what you really need to look for before making an offer. After more than a decade in this market, these are the lessons I wish every buyer knew upfront. Watch all the way through so you can avoid the surprises and make a smarter move.

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