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Assemblyman Garrick Apologizes for DUI

Garrick, once the leader of Assembly Republicans, was arrested by California Highway Patrol officers Wednesday night.

1. North County Assemblyman Martin Garrick apologized Thursday for his drunken driving arrest in Sacramento. Garrick, once the leader of Assembly Republicans, was arrested by California Highway Patrol officers Wednesday night. Read the full story .

2. San Diego County officials introduced a program Thursday to include fresh produce in meal deliveries to needy homebound seniors. In the "More on the Menu'' program, elderly San Diegans who can't go out to a grocery store or produce outlet will receive weekly deliveries of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. For more information, visit GiveToMOM.org.

3. The San Diego Padres announced Thursday they will retire the No. 51, worn  by former pitcher Trevor Hoffman, in a ceremony in August. The event was scheduled for Aug. 21, following a day game against the Florida Marlins -- the team on which Hoffman began his major league career. He was originally signed by the Cincinnati Reds as a shortstop.

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