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The Coronado Historical Association announces the 2025 Coronado Historic Home Tour
The Coronado Historical Association invites you to support Coronado history and the Coronado Historical Association with someone special this Mother’s Day. Participants will walk through the doors to exclusive private homes open to ticket holders only on Mother’s Day. Six examples of classic architecture on Coronado Island will be featured. The homes retain their historic […]
Celebrating Biking, Gardens, Moms and More in May
Celebrating Biking, Gardens, Moms and More in May By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills BID and US BANK Mission Hills Branch Manager In early-May please look up and enjoy the installation of 70 new banners flying on lamp posts throughout our neighborhood, thanks to the partnership between the Mission Hills BID and the San Diego […]
San Diego Humane Society Raises Alarm Over Proposed Budget Cuts in City of San Diego Mayor’s Draft Budget
San Diego Humane Society is voicing deep concern over San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes a 20 percent — or $3.5 million — cut to the organization’s contract for providing animal services. The nonprofit warns that this level of funding reduction could significantly impact public safety and put animals […]
10 Essential Steps for a Smooth Transition to Retirement
A good friend of mine was recently forced into early retirement by changes at the Federal agency where he worked. Retirement is a major life milestone that requires thoughtful planning and preparation, so I wanted to write about how to properly prepare for such an important change. To ensure a smooth transition, it’s essential to […]
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce endorses McCann for Supervisor
The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 85-member Board of Directors comprised of San Diego’s top business leaders, voted to formally endorse Chula Vista Mayor John McCann for County Supervisor District 1. The Chamber issued the following statement from Interim President and CEO Jessica Anderson: ? “The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce proudly endorses Mayor John McCann for […]
Concetta Antico Unveils New Exhibition ‘at The Salon of Art Gallery
Acclaimed tetrachromatic artist Concetta Antico invites the public to step into a kaleidoscope of color and nostalgia with her latest exhibition, A Modern Muse, debuting Saturday, May 17 at the Salon of Art Gallery, located at 7655 Fay Avenue in La Jolla. As a child of the ‘60s and ‘70s, Concetta draws inspiration from her earliest memories, […]
San Diego’s Trash Plan Was Garbage in 2022 ~ It Still Is Today!
Taxpayers Association Says ‘Reject!’ Proposed Trash Fee Scheme As a board member of the San Diego County Taxpayer Association, I want to share that this organization continues to review and assess fees and taxes being proposed by the City and County of San Diego. Recently, the board reviewed the ordinance of the City of San […]
“Laggie and Grillo: An Unlikely Friendship”
Phyllis Schwartz, author, and Siski Kalla, illustrator, have a new children’s book that has been published. It’s a beautiful story of friendships between humans and creatures that walk the earth that not often get a chance to be connected. In this case, it’s a cricket and a lizard that befriend each other and a young […]
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center hosts “Toast for the Roses”
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will be hosting its first-ever “Toast for the Roses,” a Kentucky Derby celebration and watch party. It will take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 3 at the Guild Hotel (500 W Broadway […]
8th Annual Miracles of Recovery Luncheon
McAlister Institute is presenting its 8th Annual Miracles of Recovery Luncheon, taking place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. at Coasterra on Harbor Island. This special fundraising event supports McAlister Institute’s mission to break the stigma surrounding alcoholism and drug addiction, while also providing vital resources to individuals on their recovery journey. Hosted by […]
