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Good morning Poway! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will 16 more West Village units reshape Poway Road’s town center?
  • What criminal charges is former Poway Councilman Tony Blain now facing?

Also on today's calendar: Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the baby computer say to the mommy computer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Wednesday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 83 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 82, low: 43.
  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Poway approves another residential building at West Village Poway apartments (sandiegouniontribune.com) — Poway’s City Council has approved 16 more apartments at the West Village Poway complex on Poway Road, expanding it from 212 to 228 units despite concerns over traffic, parking, privacy, and vacant commercial space. City leaders say the project complies with the Poway Road Specific Plan and evolving state housing laws, while some residents push for stronger design standards and more active retail to create a true town center.
   

• Ex-Poway City Councilman Tony Blain pleads not guilty to multiple charges (10news.com) — Former Poway City Councilman Tony Blain has pleaded not guilty to multiple criminal charges, including perjury and soliciting bribes, following his resignation after a recall vote. Prosecutors allege misconduct tied to his time representing Poway’s 2nd District, while he remains free pending a March court date and continues to characterize the recall as political backlash.
   

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  • A six-vehicle crash on southbound I-15 north of Via Rancho Parkway blocked both HOV lanes and the #1 lane, with one person hospitalized and the driver of a silver Toyota Prius fleeing the scene.
    6:09AM on Jan 13: A six-vehicle crash on southbound I-15 north of Via Rancho Parkway, involving a red Honda Civic, white work van, Toyota Camry, Ford… (Nextdoor )
  • Crews respond to a structural fire in the 100 block area of Wagon Trail in Fallbrook, which is now contained.
    6:49PM on Jan 12: North County Fire Protection District crews are on scene of a structure fire in the 100 block of Wagon Trail in Fallbrook. (Nextdoor )
  • California Staffing posted a job opening for Shipping/Receiving Clerk in Poway. Apply here.
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Cashier (Front End) in Poway. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Poway here.

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  • U.S. Labor Department orders Escondido drywall contractor to pay $790,000 over wage violations (californiaconstructionnews.com)
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