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Inspiration Heights Historic District Progresses
By Barry Hager Last year Mission Hills Heritage began an ambitious project to nominate Inspiration Heights—one of the earliest subdivisions in Mission Hills—as an historic district for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Historic district status will highlight the history of Inspiration Heights and its importance to Mission Hills and San Diego, and […]
Remembering Presidio Hills
Every once in a while something happens in our lives that we can call a “teaching moment.” That happened to me recently with a new neighbor. During this occurrence, I took the time to reflect on the past, and to re-experience living in the Presidio Hills neighborhood for 36 years. Where did the time go, […]
Mission Hills Heritage to Nominate Inspiration Heights to National Register
Mission Hills Heritage has begun a project to nominate Inspiration Heights—one of the earliest subdivisions in Mission Hills—as a historic district for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The long-anticipated step of bestowing historic district status on Inspiration Heights will help protect the irreplaceable architectural gems that line the streets of Inspiration Heights. […]
Maison en Provence in Mission Hills for 25 Years
This past month I received an email from Marielle Giai, one of the proprietors of Maison en Provence, located at 820 Fort Stockton Drive in Mission Hills. Marielle was sharing with me that 2021 marks the 25th year that she and her husband, Pascal, arrived in Mission Hills. And, though I have known them since […]
Meet Your Neighbor: Janed Guymon Casady
Among the many wonderful things about Mission Hills are its convenient location, history, architecture and especially people. Community is a reflection of the people who live within its perimeters. One of those to whom most of us can relate is Janed Guymon Casady. Most of you will recognize her maiden name, “Guymon.” Her grandfather […]
Meet An Extraordinary Artist and Neighbor
Recently I was introduced to Jeffrey Siegel, who has lived in various houses in Mission Hills since 1989. His current home is also where he has his studio. Siegel shared with me that he got introduced to clay and ceramics when he was 16 years old.
The St. Vincent Vikings are Now Back on Campus!
Tuesday, September 1st, was a monumental day that saw the Viking first grade class return to school after six months of a successful distance-learning program. When the small gate on Hawk St. swung open for the first time, students were met by an enthusiastic first grade teacher, and principal to welcome them back home. St. […]
Presidio Hills’ Neighbors Enjoy a Day of Friendship
This past September, residents of Presidio Hills, took time from their busy Sunday schedules to enjoy a day of bonding and sharing stories of living in Mission Hills. The Presidio Hills’ area includes residents of Altamirano, Cosoy, Marilouise, Presidio Drive and Arista. The event took place at the home of Patty Ducey-Brooks and Craig Kinshella. […]
It’s All About Location
Role and Responsibility of the Mission Hills Business Improvement District By J. Daniel Geddis, President Mission Hills Business Improvement District Team D&B, One Mission Realty I’m writing this column in an unseasonable downpour of rain. Surely it will stop in time for the community-wide banner art contest Colors on Canvas Awards Reception taking place […]
Politicians Who Truly Need to “Think Outside the Box”
This past week, many of us from Mission Hills and some surrounding communities attended a meeting that was held at the new Mission Hills Library that was coordinated by Councilman Chris Ward and his staff. Those who attended were told that Mayor Faulconer has decided on the fate of the original Mission Hills Library site, […]
