by The Editors on July 7, 2010
Carlsbadistan’s grand daddy of drag racers, Ron Capps, returns to Pacific Raceways in Seattle, Washington for the NHRA Northwest Nationals and the site of his first professional NHRA win, according to a story on The Auto Channel.
Since then, he has won 29 titles in the Funny Car class, including his 1998 triumph in Seattle. He was also runner-up at the NHRA Northwest Nationals in 2001, 2006 and 2008, and No. 1 qualifier in 1997. So, it’s safe to say that Seattle is a favorite venue for the California native who drives the NAPA AUTO PARTS Dodge Charger Funny Car in the 2010 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.
Watch Ron this weekend on ESPN2 at 7 PM Saturday and 8:30 PM Sunday. Finals on ESPN3 Sunday at 4 PM.
[Link: The Auto Channel]
by The Editors on July 4, 2010
… but that hasn’t stopped anyone from driving down to Tamarack on the Fourth. Follow the jump for more photos from the 4th of July in Carlsbadistan.
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by The Editors on July 3, 2010
The people in dark masks, hooded sweatshirts “claimed to be armed” while robbing the Carlsbad Citi bank at 1810 Marron Rd. on Thursday, July 1, 2010, according to a story in The Coast News.
Carlsbad Police responded to the scene and located a vehicle, abandoned with the motor still running, behind the Marshall’s Store, which is located in the same shopping center. It was discovered that this vehicle had been reported as stolen from the Los Angeles area. The surrounding area was searched by a police K-9 and other officers, however the suspects were not located.
We haven’t had a bank robbery since March and it was at the same bank. In fact, the Citibank on Marron Rd has been robbed at least three times in the past three years. Seems to be a favorite with the bad guys.
[Link: The Coast News]
by The Editors on July 1, 2010
We’ve been hearing rumors that there may be some unofficial fireworks going off near the beach come July 4. We’ve seen them before and they were insanely professional. Carlsbadistan’s finest, however, seem to frown on those festivities. That’s why this year we’re going to watch the Red, White, & Boom fireworks at Legoland first.
The Legoland fireworks show is going down at 8:30 PM, July 4, 2010. The best place to view them is from the lower parking lot at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Trust us, you really don’t want to get any closer than that.
by The Editors on July 1, 2010
When Carlsbadistan’s terrible June Gloom rolls right into July and it starts to get you down just remember–it’s not cloudy everywhere, it’s just cloudy here we live. . . really, really cloudy and dark. Out in Vista it’s blue sky summer. But, you know, it’s still Vista.
by The Editors on June 30, 2010
California State epidemiologists explained to a large group of concerned citizen at Carlsbad’s Sheraton Resort on Monday night June 28, 2010 that there is a difference between lots of cancer and a “cancer cluster.”
According to a story in the San Diego Union-Tribune the researchers studied 8,000 cases of cancer in Carlsbad between 1996 and 2008 and found that while there were higher than average instances of melanoma and cancer in adult women, but there was nothing to suggest a cluster.
“When we dig deeper we don’t see anything underlying these numbers and pointing a finger at anything specific,” Dr. Margaret McCusker said. . . .Epidemiologists also considered 323 cases that a community survey turned up, Lyman said. Health officials couldn’t verify about half of those cases and the rest did not add up to enough cases to affect their results. . . . Studies in 2007 and 2008 also found nothing unusual about the incidences or types of cancer in the area, but community members want more up-to-date information.
While it is good news, it doesn’t do much to answer the questions of parents who have lost children to cancer in Carlsbad. For more information visit the City of Carlsbad’s Cancer information page here.
[Link: San Diego Union-Tribune]
by The Editors on June 28, 2010
Tomorrow, June 29, 2010 professional wake skater Brian Grubb will be on the Carlsbadistan Lagoon at California Watersports “hanging out and giving instruction, and possibly a demo ride” to fans beginning at 11 AM.
This is a wakeskate only event. This is going to be real casual just a little thank you from us to you. There is no cost for your ride. Just your undying loyalty to Wakesports and California Watersports. For more info call wakesports at 858-277-5757
Those who can’t make it tomorrow should check out Freeride Fridays at the Lagoon. For just $25 you get a wakeboard, a tow, and an “amazing Greasy Greg BBQ dinner.” The party starts at 3 PM on Fridays and goes until 7 PM. For more information click the link.
[Link: California Wakesports via Alliance Wake]
by The Editors on June 28, 2010
There will be no more fooling around for the 10th through 12th grade boys at Carlsbadistan’s Army And Navy Academy as former Sergeant Major of the School of Infantry West at Camp Pendleton, Joe L. Vines, Sr. has been named Commandant of the upper school.
Joe Vines was an outstanding United States Marine who led by example and who consistently exceeded the Corps’ high standards said Academy President BG (Ret) Steve Bliss. He is renowned as a leader who is dedicated, loyal, intelligent and articulate and is a perfect fit to lead our Upper School Residential Life team. He will do an outstanding job working with and leading our 10th, 11th and 12th grade students and helping them to achieve their high potential.
It would seem that anyone who can train Marines will be able to deal well with 17-year-old boys. Follow the jump for the rest of the info.
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by The Editors on June 28, 2010
Most of the more attractive, single, motivated NFL fans already know this, but Carlsbadistan’s La Costa Resort & Spa is currently hosting the annual NFC Rookie Symposium where 252 new draft picks get a four-day intro into what it means to be a professional football player, according to the North County Times.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell kicked off the annual rookie symposium Sunday evening by talking to the league’s newest players about a range of topics, including taking responsibility and honoring the game. . . “I talked on personal conduct. I didn’t speak about anyone in particular in that case,” Goodell said. “But I did talk about what I call protecting the shield. My job is to protect the integrity of the NFL and to make sure the game is as safe as possible.”
Wonder how those evening parties are going?
[Link: North County Times]
by The Editors on June 28, 2010
The State of California will reportedly release “initial results” today (Monday June 28, 2010) of analysis on whether statistics show that there is an “unusually high” number of Cancer cases (or cancer cluster) in Carlsbad, according to a story on KPBS.com.
The state focused its analysis on all cancer cases in Carlsbad. But some in the community say the state’s review is not sufficiently targeted. Residents say there have been more than 400 cancer cases within a three-mile radius over the last decade.
Other residents are requesting that the dirt, air, and water be tested at Kelly School, according to a sorry in the North County Times because 18 people associated with the school have developed cancer.
[Link: KPBS and North County Times]
Carlsbadistan’s grand daddy of drag racers, Ron Capps, returns to Pacific Raceways in Seattle, Washington for the NHRA Northwest Nationals and the site of his first professional NHRA win, according to a story on The Auto Channel.
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