11+1 Predators in RB? + Drug Deaths + What's In Season Now?

Happy Friday, people of Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 86, low: 61.

Here are the top stories today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

1. Another sexually violent predator coming to RB — The Department of State Hospitals has decided to relocate a predator to RB. With 11 predators already shown in RB on the Megan's Law website, check out where you can voice your opinion. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
2. So, you think there are no drug deaths in RB? — You may remember a case back in January 2020 when a 27-year-old man died of a Fentanyl overdose. The Hazmat squad was called out to protect other persons in the area, including one firefighter, who was taken to the hospital. Fast forward to September 2021. According to the district attorney, in 2021 the County reached a new record for Methamphetamine, Rx Drugs, and Fentanyl deaths. (County News Center)
3. Want A fruit? Which one? — Wondering which fruit or vegetable to buy right now? For the answer, check out the SD Farm Bureau's Harvest Calendar. You may also find out where the local farmers' markets are located and about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes. (SD Farm Bureau)

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Today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

• RBX Day - Rancho Bernardo High. (All Day)
• RB Certified Farmers' Market. (9 a.m.)
• Golf Tournament at Rancho Bernardo Inn. (1:50 p.m.)

Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch Patch Notebook

• Rancho Bernardo Branch Library: "Ms. Robin and the poodles are back for Paws to Read! This week we've got a story about siblings turned superheroes —'Jinx and the Doom Fight Crime!' written by Lisa Mantchev and illustrated by Samantha Cotterill." (Facebook)

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Events:

• Snake Smart - Helen Woodward Animal Center. (Sept. 25)
• Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live. (Sept. 25)

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— Bettyann Pernice

About me: I have lived in Rancho Bernardo since 2006 and I am very happy to live in this wonderful town. I have been active in the Rancho Bernardo Community Council as well as the Planning Board. I am also a member of the Maintenance Assessment District (the MAD) which works with the City of San Diego to create our beautiful new medians. I am also vice president of HOA 2 in Seven Oaks. I am a regular contributor to Patch, Nextdoor, and Facebook. I am very pleased to be writing the Patch RB Newsletter as well.

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