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When you think about it, our feet are pretty amazing. For most, they're an unfaltering foundation - two shock absorbers we rely on daily to hold our weight and propel us through life. Comprised of dozens of bones and hundreds of ligaments, muscles, and tendons, the average person's feet take a fair beating every day - on average, people stand for about four hours every day and take around 5K steps as well. Because your feet are smaller than most other parts of your body, they endure an enormous impact with each step, adding up to hundreds of tons of weight daily.
Strangely, when our feet, ankles, or toes begin to hurt, we do our best to ignore the pain and push through the day. We even give up sports and outdoor activities that we love. Unfortunately, ignoring pain and delaying treatment will further damage your feet and, by proxy, your whole body.
If you're living with foot and ankle pain or have given up on fun activities like hiking and jogging, it's time to change. Why sacrifice a life full of outdoor activities in our beautiful part of the world when you can visit an expert podiatrist in Palo Mesa, CA?
Welcome to North County Foot and Ankle - where men and women just like you get new leases on life through some of the most advanced podiatric treatments available in California. With more than 50 years of combined experience treating a wide range of foot and ankle problems, our pioneering doctors have helped hundreds of people reclaim their love of walking, jogging, and life in general.
What makes North County Foot and Ankle stand out from other foot and ankle doctors in Palo Mesa? Unlike some foot doctors, our podiatrists work with a client-first mentality. When you walk through our front doors, the time you spend in our office is all about you. We believe in a strong physician-patient relationship fortified by one-on-one attention and honest communication.
Before offering foot pain treatment options, we perform a thorough evaluation, taking into account your individual needs, goals, and preferences. Once that's done, we'll discuss your treatment options in detail and come to a mutual decision regarding the best treatment plan for you.
Whether you have a minor hangnail or need complex surgery, you will receive the same level of compassionate care from our medical team. As board-certified podiatrists in Palo Mesa, our doctors are proud to treat you. You can rest easy knowing they will take the time to explain what's causing your foot pain, what treatments are best suited to your problem, and what steps you should take after treatment.
And while our podiatrists are uniquely qualified to perform surgery, we often recommend non-surgical options, using treatments like orthotics to relieve foot, arch, and heel pain. From sports injuries and bunions to gout and blisters, we're here to help you live life to the fullest without nagging, debilitating foot pain.
Patients visit our foot clinic in Palo Mesa, CA, for many podiatric problems, including:
If you're dealing with chronic foot pain or are concerned about a long-lasting symptom that affects your daily life, we're here to help. Unsure if you need to call to make an appointment? These symptoms are often signs that you might need to visit our foot and ankle doctors:
Most people over 40 know that strange body aches and pains become more common with age. The same can be said with our feet. As we get older, our feet usually spread out and lose the fatty pads that help cushion our feet. If you're overweight, the ligaments and bones in your feet also take an extra beating. Also, with age, foot abnormalities that you were born with become more pronounced, as the joints in your feet lose flexibility and become rigid. To make matters worse, the skin covering your feet dries out, resulting in more cuts, scrapes, and infections.
It's clear that we endure more foot pain as we get older, but what kind of foot pain should we be most concerned about? It can be hard to tell - pain from what looks like normal bruising may actually be a sign that something more serious is occurring. That's why we're listing some of the most common symptoms of serious foot problems. That way, you're better educated and have a better shot at figuring out whether you need a simple bag of ice or a visit to your podiatrist in Palo Mesa, CA.
When you sprain your foot or ankle or suffer an acute injury, it's normal for your foot to swell up. This type of swelling typically goes down after 48 hours have passed. However, if you hurt your foot and the swelling is severe and doesn't go away after a couple of days, it's cause for concern. Persistent swelling often indicates an ankle or foot injury that needs podiatric care.
North County Foot and Ankle Pro Tip: If you notice persistent swelling of any kind on your body, it's wise to see a doctor. Ankle swelling, in particular, could be a warning sign that a blood clot or heart issue is present.
It's normal for your foot or ankle to "smart" after you stub your toe or twist your ankle. However, if you're experiencing ongoing ankle and foot pain, it's probably not normal. The pain doesn't have to be sharp, either - if you have dull pain, tenderness, or weakness that lasts more than two days, a trip to the foot doctor may be in order.
Minor ankle and foot injuries, like sprains, are quite common. When a sprain happens, it's normal to experience some instability or weakness afterward. Chronic instability, however, is a more serious problem. Long-term instability or weakness may signify torn ligaments or something worse. If you've had trouble standing or walking for a long time, it's best to make an appointment at a foot clinic in Palo Mesa.
North County Foot and Ankle Pro Tip: Podiatric experts like those at North County Foot and Ankle may have a long-term solution to help reclaim your mobility without surgery. Give our office call today to learn more!
Stiffness is a normal symptom that should be expected with sprains, plantar fasciitis, and arthritis. Often, you can alleviate such stiffness with rest, weight loss, stretching, or even new shoes. With that said, if you're experiencing ongoing stiffness, it could be a red flag that something more serious is going on.
When you've been sitting for a long time, you may have noticed a popping sound from your feet when you stand. That sound is perfectly normal. So long as it's painless, you've got nothing to worry about. However, if you feel pain when you hear a popping noise, it could indicate a subluxation or dislocation, which are conditions that require a podiatrist's attention.
If you're not sure whether you should be concerned about a painful foot or ankle symptom, give our clinic in Palo Mesa a call ASAP. Our helpful technicians can help answer your questions and set up a time for you to speak with one of our friendly podiatrists.
Here are just a few of the typical foot problems we treat daily.
Do you have intense heel pain that appears when you first stand up, only for it to disappear after a few steps? If so, you could be one of the millions of people in the U.S. suffering from plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is most often caused by an inflamed ligament covering bones on the bottom of your feet. Also called "Policeman's Heel," this painful condition is a common reason for heel pain, but it won't go away on its own.
Almost all cases of plantar fasciitis will get better with easy, non-surgical treatments and lifestyle changes. A good place to start is by refraining from activities or sports that cause pain, like jogging, hiking, running, or aerobic exercises.
Common treatment options at North County Foot and Ankle include:
Orthotic shoe inserts provide you with the arch support that your feet need, especially with shoes like women's flats that don't have much foot support. We also recommend wearing shoes that are appropriate for the activity you're enjoying, like hiking boots on your favorite trail and running shoes on the street or track.
Stretching regularly with gentle exercises can help prevent plantar fasciitis and stop flare-ups. Stretching your calves, specifically, reduces heel pain effectively. After you schedule an appointment at our foot clinic in Palo Mesa, one of our doctors can explain the proper exercises in more detail.
Wearing a brace or splint while you sleep will keep your plantar fascia stretched. That way, when you wake up and take your first steps of the day, you shouldn't have as much pain because your plantar fascia won't have a chance to tighten up overnight.
North County Foot and Ankle Pro Tip: If you're still struggling with plantar fasciitis after using orthotics, treatments like orthobiologics, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment, or extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) may be more effective.
Ingrown toenails are among the most common foot maladies in the United States. Though common, ingrown toenails can be painful, resulting in swelling, bleeding, pus, and more. Various factors cause ingrown toenails, such as heredity, trauma, hygiene, nail conditions, and improper trimming. Thankfully, with the help of an expert, most ingrown toenails can be treated at home or in a podiatrist's office.
Ingrown toenails happen when the corners and sides of your toenails grow and eventually dig into the flesh around your nail. Most often occurring on the big toe, ingrown toenails become a serious concern when they are left untreated or when an infection is involved. To determine whether your ingrown toenail needs an evaluation by a foot doctor in Palo Mesa, CA, keep an eye out for initial symptoms and infection symptoms:
To help prevent infection, try cutting your nails in a straight line, and don't cut them too short. Do not cut your nails to match the shape of your toe.
When your toenail becomes ingrown, you need doctors with real expertise in diagnosing and treating foot problems. At North County Foot and Ankle, our doctors are highly qualified to treat the underlying conditions causing your ingrown toenail. That way, you can enjoy long-term relief and also learn the ways to prevent ingrown toenails in the future.
If you have a bony bump near the bottom joint of your big toe, chances are it's a bunion. Bunions are deformities on your feet that are formed when your front foot bones become misaligned. When this happens, the misaligned bones cause the top half of your big toe to point inward toward your second toe. From there, your tendons will tighten, which pulls your toe even further inward. Once your toe is pulled more inward, the bottom joint of your big toe will bulge outward. The bulge you see is actually what we refer to as a bunion.
Without treatment, your toe pain can worsen, and the bunion can grow. Painful swelling in the balls of your feet can also cause hammertoe. Hammertoe happens your second toe is bent out of shape by your misaligned big toe.
Luckily, North County Foot and Ankle is California's go-to clinic for bunion treatment in Palo Mesa, CA. Our highly-trained doctors can stop these uncomfortable conditions from happening and help prevent worse conditions from developing.
Jason Morris, a board-certified podiatric foot surgeon in Palo Mesa, CA, is one of the top podiatrists in the greater San Diego area and has successfully treated patients with bunions for over ten years. He offers advanced treatments for bunion pain, such as:
Our hand-made orthotics, which are worn in your shoes, are molded to fit your foot exactly, correcting bone misalignments and relieving pain much better than cookie-cutter, store-bought options.
Drs. Morris and Redkar performs state-of-the-art triplanar correction surgery using 3-D digital imaging and a minimal incision approach. This procedure is very effective and works by rotating misaligned big toe bones back to the proper position. Once your toe bones are back in position, a metal plate is attached to your bones so that they remain aligned over long-term use.
Drs. Morris and Redkar may recommend both surgery and custom orthotics to keep your foot pain-free and your bunion from growing back.
Request ConsultationIf you’ve been enduring foot or ankle pain that affects your mobility and quality of life, why not make a change for the better? At North County Foot & Ankle Specialists, our podiatrists in Escondido help patients of all ages. Drs. Morris and Redkar take a patient-first approach with all of our podiatry services. Both are highly qualified and recipients of prestigious awards.
Featured in Los Angeles Magazine’s prestigious Top Doctors list of 2021, Dr. Avanti Redkar is a board-certified podiatrist that specializes in foot and ankle pathology. Dr. Redkar earned her undergrad degree in biology at the University of Scranton and her master’s degree in nutrition at SUNY Buffalo. She attended podiatry school at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Her three-year surgical residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, New York, included foot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and hyperbaric medicine training. Dr. Redkar also completed a one-year fellowship in sports medicine and ankle reconstruction.
After a rigorous three-year residency at the University of Pittsburgh, Jason Morris, DPM, moved to sunny California to practice podiatric medicine. Once there, Dr. Morris worked as an attending physician at UCLA Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. Since relocating to the Escondido area, he has been a staff physician at Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Poway. Dr. Morris is a podiatric foot and ankle specialist with board certification in rearfoot and forefoot reconstructive surgery. Dr. Morris has undergone extensive training in sports medicine, ankle trauma, diabetic limb salvage, and reconstructive surgery.
If you've been enduring foot or ankle pain that affects your mobility and quality of life, why not make a change for the better? At North County Foot & Ankle Specialists, our podiatrists in Palo Mesa help patients of all ages. Drs. Morris and Redkar take a patient-first approach with all of our podiatry services. From minor bunion treatments to complex issues like foot fractures, every treatment option we consider is chosen with your best interest in mind.
Our podiatrists are members of several professional organizations, including:
If more conservative treatments are better for your condition, non-surgical solutions like custom orthotics may be the best route. If you need ankle or foot surgery, our podiatrists will complete your procedure with time-tested skill and precision. Because, at the end of the day, our goal is to provide you with the most effective foot and ankle pain solutions with the quickest recovery options available.
Contact us online or via phone today to schedule an appointment at our Palo Mesa office. By tomorrow, you'll be one step closer to loving life without foot or ankle pain.
Mesa kids have a new sustainable and accessible playground. Palo Verde Park, located at 3135 S. Dobson Road, is now open after getting a major makeover. A voter approved bond issue and a park improvement grant from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) with support from Niagara Cares, the philanthropic arm of ...
Mesa kids have a new sustainable and accessible playground. Palo Verde Park, located at 3135 S. Dobson Road, is now open after getting a major makeover. A voter approved bond issue and a park improvement grant from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) with support from Niagara Cares, the philanthropic arm of Niagara Bottling LLC made possible this brand-new children’s play area.
Pictured from left: City Manager Chris Brady, Plant Director Niagra Bottling Marton Upton, City of Mesa Mayor John Giles, City of Mesa Councilmember Heredia, Director of Mesa Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Andrea Moore, City of Mesa Deputy City Manger Marc Heirshberg. Photo courtesy MesaParks.com
“The improvements at Palo Verde add to the quality of our outstanding parks in the City,” said Mesa Mayor John Giles. “We are grateful for the support from Niagara, NRPA and our residents for making this a reality.”
Palo Verde Park has new play equipment, two shade structures, playground lighting, and additional accessibility amenities including a friendship swing, cozy dome, transfer stations, ramps and accessible playground surfacing. The surrounding area also received new benches and tables.
Opportunities to play and recreate outdoors in community spaces like Palo Verde Park are vital to connecting children and families to the natural environment, encourage physical activity and ensure the health and sustainability of our community.
“Our residents know how important outdoor gathering spaces are, and the new playground here at Palo Verde Park is proof of that,” said Councilmember Francisco Heredia. “Palo Verde is important to southwest Mesa, and more kids and families will now be able to enjoy it thanks to the commitment of the City and our project partners.”
Mesa is among four communities that each received park improvement grants as part of Niagara’s 2020 Perk Your Park Project. The others are in Allentown, Pennsylvania; Temple, Texas and Puyallup, Washington. This is the sixth cycle of grants provided by Niagara Cares.
“Niagara is excited to give back in cities like Mesa where our Team Members live and work,” said Kristen Venick, Director of Niagara Cares. “It’s part of Niagara’s mission to enrich the lives of youth which includes improving access to safe spaces for children and families to explore, grow and enjoy.”
Several Niagara employees volunteered to help build the new playspace at Palo Verde Park on June 9. Working with Exerplay, the project contractor, the employees assembled playground equipment, put up signs and cleaned and prepped the space where the flooring and canopy shade were installed.
Along with the grant of $130,000, the remaining $350,000 for the Palo Verde Park improvements was from the voter approved 2018 Parks Bond Program.
City of Mesa Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department is the first parks and recreation organization in the U.S. and the world to become a Certified Autism Center, a designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).The department’s mission is to contribute to a healthy and vibrant community by providing exceptional experiences and services to those who live, work and play in Mesa. We are committed to provide safe spaces and places for people to enjoy and recreate and focus on services that meet the ever-changing needs of our community.
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. With more than 60,000 members, NRPA advances this vision by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals and advocates — the catalysts for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.
Niagara Cares is a philanthropic arm of Niagara Bottling, committed to supporting local and national community initiatives by engaging stakeholders and investing its resources for disadvantaged children and their families. Niagara Cares initiatives include national strategic partnerships, local community grants, employee engagement, volunteerism and the Andrew D. Peykoff, Sr. Scholarship Program. For more information, visit www.niagarawater.com/niagara-cares.
Niagara Bottling has been family owned and operated since 1963. Headquartered in Diamond Bar, CA, Niagara operates bottling facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico. As a leading beverage manufacturer in the U.S., Niagara Bottling works closely with some of the largest beverage brands, retailers, grocers, club and convenience stores throughout the country. Niagara produces a variety of beverages including bottled water, sparkling, vitamin and flavored water, teas, sports drinks, ready-to-drink coffee, protein drinks and non-dairy milk products. For more information, visit www.niagarawater.com.
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SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif — Cool weather was forecast for Saturday in San Diego County with periods of rain and snow in the mountains, but showers will be more numerous this afternoon and evening before winding down late tonight, the National Weather Service said.Scattered showers were moving west to east across the county Saturday morning, forecasters said."A few have produced moderate rainfall rates of 1/4 inch or more per hour, but most areas as of 9 a.m. have seen less than 1/4 inch of precipitation," the NWS ...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif — Cool weather was forecast for Saturday in San Diego County with periods of rain and snow in the mountains, but showers will be more numerous this afternoon and evening before winding down late tonight, the National Weather Service said.
Scattered showers were moving west to east across the county Saturday morning, forecasters said.
"A few have produced moderate rainfall rates of 1/4 inch or more per hour, but most areas as of 9 a.m. have seen less than 1/4 inch of precipitation," the NWS said. "The exceptions to that are in northwest San Diego County."
Winds have decreased Saturday with peak gusts under 30 mph in the wind- prone areas.
Coastal high temperatures Saturday were expected to be around 57 degrees and there was a 70% chance of rain with overnight lows of 38-44, forecasters said. Western valley highs will be 54-59 with overnight lows of 35- 41 and scattered showers. Near the foothills, highs will be 47-52.
In the mountains, a winter weather advisory was in effect until 10 p.m. Saturday with highs expected to be 40-47 and 1-3 inches of snow with the snow level at 4,400 feet and 5,000 feet in the afternoon. Overnight lows will be 26-34. Desert highs will be 60-65 with scattered showers and overnight lows of 37-47.
"Look for a break on Sunday with some sun, but it will remain on the cool side," the NWS said. "By Sunday evening some showers will break out again and become numerous overnight into Monday."
On Monday, heavy snow will develop in the mountains and gale force winds will rake the coastal waters, including a few thunderstorms and brief heavy downpours and small hail, the weather service said.
"Quiet, but continued cool weather is on tap for the midweek period, but a warmer, wetter storm system is possible by week's end," forecasters said.
Rain can cause flooding and erosion, particularly in areas that aren’t covered by plants, landscaping, grass and trees. Rain runoff can sweep topsoil, mud, plant material and debris off land and downstream where it can damage homes, clog culverts and storm drains, and flood and damage roadways.
Sand and bags, or bags alone, will be available for unincorporated residents at the fire stations located below.
People should call ahead to double-check availability and remember to bring a shovel to fill the bags. Some stations may have a limited supply.
ReadySanDiego.org’s Flooding webpage has more information about how to protect yourself and your property.
What makes a pizza perfect?Is it gooey cheese? Tasty toppings? Crispy yet chewy crust?Armed with recommendations from The Tribune’s Facebook followers, our intrepid staffers set off in search of San Luis Obispo County’s most satisfying slice.Here are some of the favorite pizzas we discovered in our quest, from flavorful, wood-fired flatbreads to hearty Sicilian-style pies. (Readers’ favorites also i...
What makes a pizza perfect?
Is it gooey cheese? Tasty toppings? Crispy yet chewy crust?
Armed with recommendations from The Tribune’s Facebook followers, our intrepid staffers set off in search of San Luis Obispo County’s most satisfying slice.
Here are some of the favorite pizzas we discovered in our quest, from flavorful, wood-fired flatbreads to hearty Sicilian-style pies. (Readers’ favorites also included offerings at Bravo Pizza Plus in Atascadero, Griff’s Bistro & Pizzeria in Templeton, Village Host Pizza & Grill in San Luis Obispo and Pizza Express in Atascadero, Grover Beach and Paso Robles.)
Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in the comments.
$12 to $30
Looking for a heartier slice? Del’s Pizzeria in Pismo Beach doesn’t disappoint. The crust is thick, but still manages to stay crispy on the bottom and airy throughout. Generously loaded with cheese and your pick of toppings — which are all fresh and super flavorful on their own, especially the meats — it comes together in a very satisfying way. Bonus point: Enjoy complimentary rolls with seriously crave-worthy honey butter while you wait. — Kayla Missman
1101 Price St., Pismo Beach | 805-773-4438 or delspizza.com
$6.30 to $27.95
Topped with big, juicy tomato slices, long, leafy ribbons of fresh basil and a generous, good-breath-destroying sprinkling of chopped garlic, Gino’s La Margherita is one of the best local examples of the classic pie. But it’s not the only standout at this pizzeria, where the chewy, perfectly cooked crust is a thing of beauty.
You’ll feel the heat with the Spicy Mexican, loaded with chorizo, Italian sausage, jalapeños, onions and tomatoes and showered with cilantro. It’s not for the faint of heart, and that’s a good thing. — Sarah Linn
539 5 Cities Drive, Pismo Beach; 1761 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo | 805-556-0939, 805-752-1333 or www.ginospizzapismo.com, www.ginospizzaslo.com
$13 to $24
From the moment the Margherita pizza was delivered to our table, it was love at first sight. The bright green basil leaves on top of the beautiful red sauce! The purity of the melted white mozzarella! The crispy air bubbles!
Giuseppe’s Margherita is a great choice for vegetarians, though it’s not one of the most memorable pies you will ever eat. For that, try Giuseppe’s Gorgonzola — onions caramelized to perfection, mozzarella and, yes, gorgonzola. What it lacks in beauty, it more than makes up for in flavor.
Meat lovers should try the Salsiccia, decked out with tender, slightly sweet house-made sausage, tender red onions and crimini mushrooms on a house-made marinara sauce. The pizza smells and looks delicious, and it delivers. — Laura Dickinson and Stephanie Finucane
849 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo; 891 Price St., Pismo Beach | 805-541-9222, 805-773-2870 or www.giuseppesrestaurant.com
$10.99 to $27.99
Atmosphere is a big part of the appeal at Klondike Pizza, a homey pizza joint that wouldn’t look out of place on the Alaskan frontier. Kitsch is king at the original location in the adorable Village of Arroyo Grande — from the mounted moose head to the player piano to the neon beer signs, bumper stickers and travel posters blanketing the walls and ceiling.
The food is fabulous, too. I recommend the Roadkill, a meat lover’s dream with reindeer sausage, pepperoni, salami, Italian sausage and Canadian bacon, or the Veggie pie, a veritable garden of mushrooms, zucchini, black olives, tomatoes, bell peppers and onions that is, indeed, great with garlic sauce.
While you wait for your order, enjoy a complimentary basket of peanuts. (Can’t find a trash can? Just toss the shells on the sawdust-covered floor.) And don’t miss the weekly Tuesday night chowdown, featuring all-you-can-eat pizza plus salad and garlic bread. — Sarah Linn
104 Bridge St., Arroyo Grande, 2059 S. Broadway St. Santa Maria | 805-481-5288, 805-348-3667 or klondikepizza.com
$13.50 to $33
A good pizza needs to have character, and that starts with the dough and the sauce. Nardonne’s house crust is Sicilian pizza perfection, with a nice balance of crunch around the edges and along the bottom of the pie, which holds up under piles of cheese and toppings.
You can immediately taste the complexities in the homemade sauce, with spices and seasonings coming together to make one of the most delectable flavors you’ve ever tasted on a pizza. With great wine and beer selections, Nardonne’s is without a doubt one of the best spots for a pizza date on the Central Coast. — Chris Dobstaff
8501 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 715 Santa Maria Ave., Los Osos | 805-528-1976, 805-466-8858 or www.facebook.com/nadonnespizzeriabaywoodpark, www.facebook.com/nardonnesatascadero
$6.45 to $22.75
Nucci’s Pizza has been a San Luis Obispo institution for more than 20 years. The family-owned pizzeria serves up pies with chewy, delicious crust and fresh-tasting ingredients — and the prices can’t be beat, either.
Nucci’s is great for dinner, but their lunch special is the best. For $8.75, you can get a generous slice of cheese pizza, a salad and a delectable breadstick. The restaurant’s Broad Street location has a nice patio area, which is great for a mid-day meal.
I also recommend Nucci’s Hawaiian pizza, which comes with bell peppers and cashews for some extra crunch and flavor.
785 E. Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo; 3165 Broad St., San Luis Obispo | 805-542-0152, 805-545-9444 or nuccispizza.com
$16 to $18.50
OK, so they’re called “flatbreads” here — but let’s be real, they’re pizzas. I love how incredibly light they are, with a perfectly chewy yet thin crust and fresh ingredients. My favorite here is the Pesto flatbread, which comes with dressed arugula, shaved zucchini and tiny, roasted cherry tomatoes, but you can’t go wrong with a classic Margherita. The ambiance here is great for a date night, or just a “treat yourself” night out. — Gabby Ferreira
268 Front St., Avila Beach | 805-595-4050 or oceangrillavila.com
$10.95 to $39.95 pizza, $10 to $17 wood-fired pizza
For award-winning pie with mountains of delicious toppings and exquisitely crispy crust, look no further than Palo Mesa.
Take the Ken’s Favorite, loaded mile-high with meat and veggies. Zingy banana peppers and black onions cut through the dense, rich cloud of bacon, ham, hamburger, Italian sausage and pepperoni, while green peppers, tomatoes and mushrooms add just a hint of healthiness.
I’m also fond of the Greek, a mouth-watering Mediterranean pie that features pepperoni, feta cheese and veggies sprinkled with oregano, and the Hot Hawaiian, a spicy spin on a tropical favorite. Whatever you order, it’s sure be spectacular. — Sarah Linn
2790 S. Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande; 906 Rancho Parkway, Arroyo Grande; 150 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande; 3536 S. Higuera St., No. 206, San Luis Obispo | 805-474-9924, 805-481-7888, 805-904-6807, 805-784-0983 or www.palomesapizza.com
$8.95 to $23.95
When we asked The Tribune’s Facebook followers for pizza recommendations, Rustic Fire was a clear frontrunner — and I can see why. The family-friendly ambiance is relaxed and enjoyable, and there’s a huge variety of items on the menu (not to mention the delicious gelato selection).
I went with the veggie pizza, which came loaded with mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts, bell peppers, onion, olives and a generous dusting of Parmesan cheese. The edges were crispy and well-baked, but still airy on the inside. Each element was flavorful on its own; the cheese was satisfyingly gooey without getting too greasy.
My only recommendation? Opt for a pie with fewer wet ingredients. While all the flavors were on point, the thinner crust struggled a bit to hold the weight of all those toppings. — Kayla Missman
1145 24th St., Paso Robles | 805-238-7711 or rusticfire.com
$6.95 to $27.90
I remember ordering up a slice at Woodstock’s Pizza as a new Cal Poly student. Other pizza restaurants have come and gone in the 30 years since then, but Woodstock’s remains as tasty and welcoming as ever, with its great fold-over crust, savory sauce and gobs of toppings. Pound for pound, I defy you to find another spot in SLO County that loads its pizzas like Woodstock’s.
For an all-around great pick, go for The Bomb, with pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, onions and mushrooms. My No. 2 fave is the Garlic Bird, and the Pesto Primavera is a vegetarian pizza that even ardent meat lovers can enjoy. Feeling adventurous? Try the Too Loaded So Baked, which counts tater tots among its toppings. — Joe Tarica
1000 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo | 805-541-4420 or woodstocksslo.com
This story was originally published March 27, 2018, 4:59 PM.
UPDATE: The Mesa Fire remains 350 acres and is now 70% contained. Firefighters continue to work day and night, strengthening containment, according to the North County Fire Protection District.UPDATE: Brush Fire That Scorched 350 Acres in Pala 10% ContainedPALA MESA (CNS) – A wildfire that scorched 350 acres near Pala Casino was 10% contained today, according to Cal Fire.The blaze erupted for unknown reasons shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday off state Route 76, about a mile west of Pala Temecula Road ...
UPDATE: The Mesa Fire remains 350 acres and is now 70% contained. Firefighters continue to work day and night, strengthening containment, according to the North County Fire Protection District.
UPDATE: Brush Fire That Scorched 350 Acres in Pala 10% Contained
PALA MESA (CNS) – A wildfire that scorched 350 acres near Pala Casino was 10% contained today, according to Cal Fire.
The blaze erupted for unknown reasons shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday off state Route 76, about a mile west of Pala Temecula Road in Pala Mesa, according to the fire department.
As firefighters worked to corral the blaze, which was moving “with a dangerous rate of spread,” authorities shut down the state highway between Horse Ranch Creek Road and the casino about four miles to the east.
No structural damage or injuries were reported, and Cal Fire reported Wednesday evening that the spread of the fire had slowed considerably.
Residents of surrounding areas were advised to prepare to clear out of their homes on short notice should conditions worsen, but those initial evacuation warnings were lifted by Wednesday evening.
Cal Fire also announced at about 8:45 p.m. that state Route 76 was reopened, though drivers traveling through the area were advised to use caution.
“Firefighters made great progress last night, and will continue to build containment line today,” Cal Fire said in a statement issued Thursday morning.
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UPDATE: June 23, 9:07 p.m.
UPDATED: Evacuation warnings, road closures lifted for Mesa Fire
Cal Fire/San Diego County Fire Department is reporting that all evacuation warnings have been lifted, temporary evacuation points have been closed and State Route 76 has been reopened for the Mesa Fire.
“Firefighters will be working through the night, so drive cautiously when in the area,” the department said in a Tweet.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
UPDATE: June 23, 6:50 p.m.
The Mesa Fire is now at 350 acres with 0% containment according to Cal Fire/San Diego County Fire Department which also reported a “slow rate of spread” on it’s Twitter page, https://twitter.com/CALFIRESANDIEGO.
All road closures and evacuation orders remain in place at this time.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Evacuation warnings have been issued for the Mesa Fire located in Pala near State Route 76, west of Pala Casino near Couser Canyon. The brusher has charred 260 acres and has 0% containment, according to a Tweet issued by Cal Fire/San Diego County Fire.
Evacuation warnings are in force for the area surrounding the blaze and temporary evacuation points have been established at Valley Center High School and the Park and Ride at State Route 76 and Interstate 15.
State Route 76 is closed from Horse Creek Ranch to Pala Casino in the area of the fire which was first reported shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23.
Cal Fire, has called in numerous resources from several agencies that are responding, including North County Fire Protection District, according to Public Information Officer John Choi.
The fire moving at a dangerous rate of speed, according to Cal Fire. Multiple aircraft are working the fire as well and a strike team is on the way to the brusher from Northern San Diego.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated when more information becomes available.
Madsion and Lincoln meet for the second game in a row with berth to the Open Division championship on the line, other divisions play in quarterfinalsAll Games 7 p.m. Friday unless notedOPEN DIVISIONSemifinal(3) Madison (9-10) at (2) Lincoln (9-1)Preview: QB Reggie Johnson, who has thrown for 1,760 yards and 16 TDs, is the key to Madison’s attack along with WRs Jake Jackson and Dylan McFeely. The team averages 8.8 yards on 188 rushes with 18 TDs. The Warhawks’...
All Games 7 p.m. Friday unless noted
OPEN DIVISION
Semifinal
(3) Madison (9-10) at (2) Lincoln (9-1)
Preview: QB Reggie Johnson, who has thrown for 1,760 yards and 16 TDs, is the key to Madison’s attack along with WRs Jake Jackson and Dylan McFeely. The team averages 8.8 yards on 188 rushes with 18 TDs. The Warhawks’ defense has allowed 109 points. … Lincoln’s offense revolves around RB Roderick Robinson, a Georgia commit. He has averages 12.2 yards on 148 carries with 27 TDs. QB KJ Chatham has thrown for 1,436 yards and 15 TDs. The defense has allowed 113 points. … Lincoln beat Madison 24-12 two weeks ago to win the Western League championship. … Madison is 27-12 over the last four seasons while Lincoln is 31-9. … Madison is ranked No. 35 in California, Lincoln is No. 21.
Next: Winner of Poway-Carlsbad for championship on Nov. 18 at Snapdragon Stadium.
Prediction: Lincoln 28, Madison 24
DIVISION I
Quarterfinals
(9) St. Augustine (4-7) at (1) Mission Hills (7-3)
Preview: The Saints, who start as many as nine freshmen, including at QB, edged Eastlake 13-6 last week. … Mission Hills has won five in a row and boasts a defense that has allowed 131 points.
Next: (5) El Camino-(4) Helix winner
Prediction: Mission Hills 28, St. Augustine 7
(5) El Camino (8-3) at (4) Helix
Preview: El Camino dominated Scripps Ranch 35-6 in a first-round win. The Wildcats’ defense has allowed 149 points. … Helix had a bye after losing a 46-44, four-overtime game to Granite Hills.
Next: (9) St. Augustine-(1) Mission Hills winner
Prediction: El Camino 24, Helix 21
(6) La Costa Canyon (7-4) at (3) Mater Dei Catholic (6-4), 6:30 p.m.
Preview: La Costa Canyon finished the regular season with a win over archrival Torrey Pines, then beat Steele Canyon 41-14 in a first-round game last week. … Mater Dei Catholic lost its first four games of the season, but has won six in a row.
Next: (7) Torrey Pines-(2) Cathedral Catholic winner
Prediction: Mater Dei Catholic 27, La Costa Canyon 21
(7) Torrey Pines (4-7) at (2) Cathedral Catholic (5-5)
Preview: A tough Avocado League schedule served Torrey Pines well last week in a 24-0 first-round win over Rancho Bernardo. … Cathedral Catholic, a state champions last season, played one of the toughest schedules in the nation and has won two in a row.
Next: (7) Torrey Pines-(3) Mater Dei Catholic winner
Prediction: Cathedral Catholic 31, Torrey Pines 17
DIVISION II
(8) La Jolla (6-5) at (1) Granite Hills (8-2)
Preview: La Jolla comes into the game after beating Santa Fe Christian 28-21 in a first-round game last week. …. Granite Hills, the Grossmont Hills League champion, had a bye after an emotion 46-44 four-overtime game against Helix.
Next: (5) Mira Mesa-(4) Christian winner
Prediction: Granite Hills 35, La Jolla 20
(5) Mira Mesa (8-3) vs. Christian (6-4) at El Cajon Valley HS
Preview: Mira Mesa has won three in a row, including a 38-21 first-round win over Otay Ranch. … Christian, Eastern League champion, has also won three in a row, including 21-20 over Mira Mesa.
Next: (8) La Jolla-(1) Granite Hills winner
Prediction: Mira Mesa 21, Christian 20
(6) San Marcos (5-6) at (3) Ramona
Preview: San Marcos snapped a four-game losing streak with a 41-12 win over Valley Center last week. …. Ramona, which has won two in a row, beat Valley Center 42-20 earlier in the season.
Next: (7) Brawley-(2) Central Union winner
Prediction: Ramona 27, San Marcos 21
(7) Brawley (7-4) at (2) Central Union (6-3): Played late Thursday.
DIVISION III
(8) Rancho Buena Vista (6-5) at (1) University City (8-2)
Preview: RBV started the season with a five-game winning streak, lost five in a row, then beat Santana 49-14 last week. … University City, the City League champion, has won six in a row and averages 39.9 points a game.
Next: (5) Imperial-(4) Bishop’s winner
Prediction: University City 35, Rancho Buena Vista 21
(5) Imperial (8-3) vs. (4) Bishop’s (8-2) at La Jolla HS
Preview: Imperial won it regular-season finale to earn a home playoff game, then beat Patrick Henry 35-7. … Bishop’s, the Central League champion, has won five and averages 42.2 points a game.
Next: (8) Rancho Buena Vista-(1) University City winner
Prediction: Bishop’s 31, Imperial 28
(6) San Pasqual (8-3) at (3) Del Norte
Preview: San Pasqual, the Valley League champion, has won six in a row, including 41-2 last week against West Hills. … Del Norte, which averages 30.9 points a game, allows 26.5. … Del Norte beat San Pasqual 34-17 on Sept. 2.
Next: (10) Morse-(2) Point Loma winner
Prediction: San Pasqual 31, Del Norte 27
(10) Morse (7-4) at (2) Point Loma (8-2)
Preview: Morse has beaten Mission Bay and El Capitan in the first round since a 42-12 loss to Point Loma. … Point Loma averages 41.1 points while giving up 13.5 and has won two in a row.
Next: (6) San Pasqual-(3) Del Norte winner
Prediction: Point Loma 35, Morse 21
DIVISION IV
(9) Francis Parker (5-6) at (1) Fallbrook (7-3)
Preview: Parker do-everything Chris Williams scored all 24 points in a 24-21 first-round win over Hilltop. … Fallbrook’s defense allows 10.4 points.
Next: (5) Mission Bay-(4) Montgomery winner
Prediction: Fallbrook 35, Francis Parker 21
(5) Mission Bay (7-4) at (4) Montgomery (8-2)
Preview: Mission Bay got off to a 6-2 start, lost to Point Loma and Morse, but bounced back with a first-round win over Westview. … Montgomery, the Metro Mesa League champion wins with its defense, which allows 7.5 points a game, has two shutouts and has allowed one score in four games. … The Aztecs beat Mission Bay 9-6 on Sept. 16.
Next: (9) Francis Parker-(1) Fallbrook winner
Prediction: Montgomery 14, Mission Bay 12
(11) Chula Vista (7-4) at (3) Coronado (6-3)
Preview: Chula Vista, the Metro Pacific League champions, lost its first four games, but has caught fire and won its last seven, including a 35-27 upset of Calexico last week. … Coronado is a defense-first squad, allowing 14.2 points a game.
Next: (7) Palo Verde Valley-(2) La Jolla Country Day winner
Prediction: Chula Vista 21, Coronado 17
(7) Palo Verde Valley (10-1) at (2) La Jolla County Day
Preview: Palo Verde Valley, the Desert League champion, lost its opener to Calexico (13-12 in OT), but has ripped off 10 wins in a row, including a 36-27 first-round win over Mount Miguel. … La Jolla Country Day is without injured QB Bito Bass-Sulpezio, but won it season finale, shutting out Francis Parker.
Next: (11) Chula Vista-(3) Coronado winner
Prediction: Palo Verde Valley 31, La Jolla Country Day 24
DIVISION V
(8) Castle Park (4-6) at (1) Crawford (9-1)
Preview: Castle Park had a two-game losing streak before beating Southwest-El Centro, 49-31, last week in the first round of the playoffs. … Crawford has won eight in a row, including a 16-9 win over Castle Park in September.
Next: (5) Mar Vista-(4) Army-Navy winner
Prediction: Crawford 28, Castle Park 17
(5) Mar Vista (6-5) at (4) Army-Navy (9-1)
Preview: Mar Vista has rallied to win its last four, including 69-40 over Hoover last week. … Army-Navy, the Sunset League champion, has allowed just 13 points this season with nine shutouts. The offense averages 38.1.
Next: (8) Castle Park-(1) Crawford winner
Prediction: Army-Navy 42, Mar Vista 35
(6) Vincent Memorial (7-3) vs. Classical Academy at San Pasqual HS
Preview: Vincent Memorial rallied from a late-season loss to Calexico, beating Mountain Empire 42-6 in the first round. … Classical Academy has a stout defense, allowing 9.6 points a game with five shutouts and two games where it allowed one score.
Next: (7) El Cajon Valley-(2) Escondido Charter winner
Prediction: Classical Academy 31, Vincent Memorial 28
(7) El Cajon Valley (5-6) vs. (2) Escondido Charter at Valley Center HS
Preview: El Cajon Valley earned the right to play on with a 21-14 first-round win over Clairemont. … Escondido Charter, the Pacific League champion, averages 38.3 points on offense, allowing 11.9.
Next: (6) Vincent Memorial-(3) Classical Academy winner
Prediction: Escondido Charter 34, El Cajon Valley 21
EIGHT-MAN
Semifinals
(5) Coastal Academy (9-2) at (1) Victory Christian (9-0)
Preview: High-scoring Coastal Academy has put up 390 points this season, but had just trouble reaching the end zone in a 22-14 palyoff win over San Pasqual Academy last week. … Victory Christian, the Ocean League champion, has allowed just 47 points with five shutouts.
Next: (6) Foothills Christian-(2) St. Joseph Academy winner
Prediction: Victory Christian 42, Coastal Academy 31
(6) Foothills Christian (8-3) vs. (2) St. Joseph Academy (8-1) at Vista HS
Preview: Foothills Christian lost its last final two regular-season games before beating The Rock Academy 51-8 last week. … St. Joseph has won three in a row and owns a 30-22 win against Foothills.
Next: (5) Coastal Academy-(1) Victory Christian winner
Prediction: St. Joseph Academy 35, Foothills Christian 28
Last week: 17-5
Season: 99-33
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