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A Three-Day Celebration in Honor of the Year of the Dragon
The Year of the Dragon will be celebrated with the 19th annual San Diego Tet in Mira Mesa from Friday, February 16 to Sunday, February 18 — attracting more than 30,000 attendees as the largest Lunar New Year celebration in San Diego County. Festival hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 […]
Environmental Equity and Economics Group Support Repeal of the Proposed Utility Tax
It’s becoming more obvious every day that we have elected officials who are continuing to make poor decisions that impact their constituents. One of the latest fiascos is AB 205, which included the utility income-based fixed charge under study by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Assemblyman Chris Ward voted for the bill. However, due […]
Deck the Malls at Parkway Plaza
Get ready for a season filled with holiday joy at El Cajon’s Parkway Plaza, located at 415 Fletcher Parkway in El Cajon. Santa has officially arrived at Parkway Plaza and will be there until Sunday, December 24. Get all your holiday photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 […]
Opinion: ‘Plan Hillcrest’ Is a Dangerous Dereliction of Duty by San Diego Elected Officials
by Mat Wahlstrom The consequences of approving Plan Hillcrest for Uptown and all of San Diego will be immediate and devastating. Friday, November 17, was the deadline for submitting public comment on the Plan Hillcrest draft that will be moved forward to the San Diego Planning Commission. Launched in 2020, allegedly to address the 11-acre […]
Eroding the Quality and Character of San Diego
By Patty Ducey-Brooks (with content from Ben Christopher/CalMatters) I am truly tired of having to make “the housing crisis” the focus of my articles on a regular basis. However, what is being “forced on our lives” by our elected officials and certain governmental representatives is appalling. The reason is, we have a pro-density mayor currently […]
Mission Hills’ Beloved Little Red Bungalow Demolished
By Mission Hills Heritage Despite a heroic effort by Mission Hills residents, the Craftsman bungalow located on the corner of Goldfinch Street and Fort Stockton Drive and affectionately known as the “Little Red Bungalow,” fell under the wrecking ball on October 5, 2023. The demolition brought to a sad end the community’s concerted effort, backed […]
Let’s Turn Uptown into Sardine Town San Diego
The Mayor Makes Plans to Add 50,000+ Residents and No Infrastructure For those of us receiving information on the proposed Hillcrest Plan being pushed on Uptown residents by Todd Gloria, the current mayor of the city of San Diego, we will soon be packed into an area not suitable for human habitation. The new norm […]
“His Place at the Table,” a memoir by ENF’s Co-Founder, Diane Nares
Diane Nares’ memoir is a powerful tribute to her son and an inspiring journey that led to the creation of the Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF). It’s a story of love, resilience, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of children battling cancer. “His Place at the Table” is about my son Emilio, […]
Annual Día de Los Muertos Celebration Lights Up Old Town San Diego
Old Town San Diego presents its annual Día de Los Muertos celebration, a vibrant and culturally rich event that draws thousands of visitors each year. This year’s festivities promise to be more enchanting than ever before, with a lineup of exciting activities and traditions that will captivate visitors of all ages. The centerpiece of the […]
Once a Viking, Always a Viking
“Once a Viking, always a Viking” is a common expression at St. Vincent de Paul School and, for Britni Coito, it certainly rings true. Having worked there from 2016 to 2021, she is back as principal. “When the position at St. Vincent de Paul School opened, it gave me the needed push to take the […]
