Local News
J. Walcher Communications Names Account Coordinator
J. Walcher Communications (JWC), a San Diego-based public relations agency, has announced the addition of Ashley Shafer as account coordinator. Shafer will assist with the management and coordination of public and community relations and social media strategies for a variety of local, regional and national accounts. Shafer has a background in writing and journalism, as […]
Vons Grocery Stores Raise $1.4 Million
Annual Charity Campaign Benefits Easter Seals and Special Olympics Safeway Inc., operator of Vons grocery stores, held a month-long charitable fundraising campaign in support of people with disabilities in April. At 277 grocery stores throughout Southern California customers had the option at every check-out counter of making a contribution to Easter Seals and Special Olympics. […]
The Jewel of the City in the Middle of a Power Struggle The 2015 Celebration Isn’t Looking Good
In the July 2011 issue of the “Presidio Sentinel,” we introduced the proposed restoration of Plaza de Panama in Balboa Park with a pedestrian friendly environment. The initial plan was to “polish” the jewel of San Diego for the 2015 Centennial of the Pacific-Panama Exposition. In response to the park beautification initiative, upward of 20 […]
Barack Obama & The End Time
Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never, never – in nothing, great or small, large or petty – never give in, except to convictions of honour and good sense. Winston Churchill To the students at Harrow, 1941 I had breakfast recently with Padres president Tom Garfinkel and former state finance director Steve Peace. […]
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR MARJORIE HANSEN SHAEVITZ SHARES EXPERT ADVICE TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Find answers to all of your questions about college admissions when Marjorie Hansen Shaevitz and her panel of graduating high school seniors share their tips and experiences on Tuesday, June 26th at Valencia Park/Malcolm X Branch Library and Wednesday, June 27th at Logan Heights Branch Library. Take the stress out of college admissions with guidance […]
Local Organization Supporting Kids with Cancer is a Finalist to Receive a New Van from Toyota
Toyota is giving away 100 cars to charities nationwide and San Diego’s very own, Emilio Nares Foundation, is a finalist! All you have to do is vote for the Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF) to receive a new van in the 100 Cars For Good program on Wednesday, June 27th, at www.100CarsForGood.com ENF’s flagship program, Ride […]
RED SHOE DAY FUNDRAISER BENEFITING RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES TO TAKE PLACE IN HILLCREST JUNE 28
Volunteers are Needed to Help Raise Funds to Support Families of Hospitalized Children More than 1,000 volunteers will be stationed at intersections throughout San Diego County – including the intersections of Laurel Street and Pacific Hwy; West Grape Street and Pacific Hwy; West Hawthorn Street and Pacific Hwy; Normal Street and El Cajon blvd;; Normal Street […]
He’s Passionate About His Business
Chris Cramer Shares 23 Years Brewing Beer It’s always a pleasure to spend one-on-one time with Chris Cramer who resides in Point Loma. Cramer and I are friends, so it is especially enjoyable to sit down over a glass of beer to discuss his growing business. Cramer, who is CEO of Karl Strauss Brewing Company, […]
Point Loma and Ocean Beach Moms Receive Honors
Top three winners announced at 11th annual event Time Warner Cable recently announced local Point Loma and Ocean Beach students and their mothers as finalists in the 2012 Time Warner Cable Best Moms contest. The annual event provides San Diego County children the opportunity to celebrate the qualities that make their mom or caregiver special […]
San Diego Women’s Foundation honors its founders
Berit Durler isn’t just a strong, passionate woman. She’s a downright pioneer. Right after college Berit became the first woman in the country to serve as an IRS Alcohol and Tobacco tax inspector. She went on to become the first female real estate loan officer for Union Bank, and was one of the first female […]
