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Final Phases of Civita Park Include Four Acres of Playgrounds, Picnic Areas and Gardens
The final phases of Civita Park are complete and have opened to the public, adding approximately four acres of colorful playgrounds, game areas, ornamental gardens and open lawns to the 14.3-acre park, which is the largest park in Mission Valley. Highlights include: ? Two playgrounds, one for children two-to-five years of age, and the other […]
Why We Are Urging “No on Measure E”
The threat: High-rise haven City officials want to fill the Midway community with high-rise projects. That would lead to an excessive amount of development, and much worse traffic. Access to the beaches would be cut off. You can’t enjoy the beach if you can’t get there! The history: They deserve our gratitude The 30-foot height […]
SANDAG Proposes a Vision at a Cost of $177 Billion
This past August Mayors, City Councilmembers, Supervisors, and agency leaders from around San Diego County, who make up the SANDAG Board of Directors (Board), gathered virtually as SANDAG staff presented the vision for the 2021 Regional Plan. Board Chair and Poway Mayor Steve Vaus in his opening remarks offered. “I am hopeful that the work […]
Cabrillo National Monument’s Names New Chief of Resources Management and Science
Cabrillo National Monument Superintendent Andrea Compton announced Linh Anh Cat, Ph.D. as the new Chief of Resources Management and Science of Cabrillo National Monument located in San Diego, California. Dr. Cat has been serving as the park’s Chief of Resources Management and Science since the middle of February. Dr. Cat holds a doctorate in ecology […]
Old Town San Diego 2020 Dia de los Muertos
Due to COVID-19 restrictions on festivals and large gatherings, Dia de los Muertos will look a lot different in Old Town this year. Old Town San Diego will not be hosting a traditional procession or displaying an altar in the El Campo Santo cemetery. Yet, you will be able to find Old Town decorated in […]
Advancing from a New Normal into a True Normal
J. Daniel Geddis, President Mission Hills BID and Team D&B at One Mission Realty As a bonafide foodie, I’ve enjoyed the experience of Mission Hills’ continuing renaissance of excellent eating establishments and specialty drink shops, up close and personal. I’ll admit it––I’ve Instagramed a few meals and drinks enjoyed in Mission Hills. It is a […]
Endangered Grevy’s Zebra Foals Make Their Debut at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Kids Free Month at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park will be extra special this year, after the birth of not one, but six endangered Grevy’s zebra foals—adding to San Diego Zoo Global’s ongoing effort to help preserve a population that is in steep decline. San Diego Zoo Global has a long history with Grevy’s […]
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. […]
Ingenious and Resilient and Reopening
By Daniel Geddis, President Mission Hills BID and partner Team D&B at One Mission Realty Baseball season is in full swing and at The Regal Beagle a loyal following knows the drill for tailgating in the India and Chalmers Streets parking lot: “Bring your own chair or tailgate, respect social distancing, and never apologize for […]