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Mormon Battalion to Host “Legacy of Liberty” Flag Day Celebration
The Mormon Battalion Historic Site in Old Town San Diego will commemorate Flag Day and the 250th anniversary of the United States with a special community gathering titled “Legacy of Liberty” at 5 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026. Held at the historic Mormon Battalion site at 2510 Juan Street, the celebration will honor the enduring […]
Mount Etna County Housing Facility Receives Poor Marks from Residents
By Pam Begeal This past May, representatives from communities around the city of San Diego joined San Diego United Communities members at a press conference and protest at a County and Federally funded Clairemont housing facility, located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, that has been receiving lots of criticism from its residents. They claim that it […]
San Diego Taxpayers Releases Watchdog Report Showing That City Hall Staffing Has Grown Substantially Faster Than the Rest of the City
The San Diego County Taxpayers Association recent released a watchdog report showing that San Diego City Hall office staff has grown at a rate that is substantially faster than both the city’s population as well as overall city employees. This new Taxpayers report asks a simple question: before cutting essential neighborhood services and raising fees […]
2026 US Police and Fire Championships to Unite First Responders in San Diego for 59th Annual Event
The California Police Athletic Federation, a dedicated non-profit organization promoting sports and physical fitness among first responders, proudly announces the return of the United States Police and Fire Championships (USPFC). Returning to San Diego for the 59th year and hosted for the second consecutive year at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley, this premier multi-sport event will take […]
Senior Prom: Forever Young Gala to Raise Funds for Meal Delivery Services
Meals on Wheels San Diego invites the community to “Senior Prom: Forever Young,” a celebration where “senior” means something to look forward to. Happening Saturday, June 6 at Kona Kai San Diego Resort, located at 1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, the gala blends the spirit of prom night, without the teen angst, with the organization’s […]
City Funding Elimination Threatens Arts Access for Thousands of San Diego Youth
The City’s elimination of arts and culture funding is poised to significantly impact three longstanding youth arts organizations housed in Balboa Park’s Casa del Prado: San Diego Junior Theatre, San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, and San Diego Youth Symphony. Together, these organizations serve thousands of young people and families each year, providing arts education, performance […]
Be Part of Old Town History: The Heritage Walk Offers a Lasting Legacy
By Erin Liddell There are few places in California where history feels as alive and present as it does in Old Town. Known as the birthplace of California, this cherished district has long been a gathering place for stories, celebrations, and community. Now, there is a new and meaningful way to become a permanent part […]
Take Me to the Water: Histories of the Black Pacific Opens at Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego, a waterfront Museum with a mission to serve as the community memory of our seafaring experience by collecting, preserving, and presenting our rich maritime heritage and historic connections with the Pacific world, announced the opening of Take Me to the Water: Histories of the Black Pacific aboard the National Historic Landmark Victorian-era […]
A Summer Refresh
by Sarah Church, President Mission Hills BID, co-owner Pizza e Birra School’s out, time off has been requested, camps and vacations are booked. Summer is known for sun, fun, and travel. But before we all jet set out of here—physically or metaphorically— it’s a good time to refresh! While spring is often known as the […]
Farm Animals Now Settling in at Humane Farming Association Sanctuary
San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) is providing an update on the large-scale rescue and investigation at the Villa Chardonnay property in Julian, including a significant milestone: 74 rescued farm animals have now been transferred to the Humane Farming Association’s (HFA) Suwanna Ranch in Elk Creek, CA, where they are doing well as they begin their […]
