Business
Farewell Summer
By Jamaal Jackson, President MHBID and Branch Manger US BANK Mission Hills Let the learning begin, the new school year is upon us. Here in Mission Hills, Grant K8 began its new academic year on August 12 and St Vincent School’s first day of classes was on August 20, while Francis Parker School started on […]
San Diego FC launches brand and marketing campaign “Flow With Us”
San Diego FC recentlyannounced that the Season Ticket Memberships in the 100-level for the Club’s inaugural 2025 season are now on sale to the general public. Becoming a Season Ticket Member will be the best way to experience San Diego FC. SDFC Season Ticket Members will be the heart and soul of the Club, bringing […]
Taronga Collaborates with International Partner to Conserve the Iconic Platypus
A world-first research program aiming to conserve the iconic Platypus is now underway on Dundullimal Tubba-Gah Wiradjuri Country at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, Australia. The multi-year project is a collaboration between Taronga Conservation Society Australia, which operates Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo and Taronga Zoo Sydney, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and the […]
Taste of Old Town + Tequila Tour 2024 Takes Place Thursday, September 12
Mark your calendars for a night of culinary delights and spirited adventures at the 2024 Taste of Old Town + Tequila Tour! This highly anticipated event returns from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, September 12, promising an unforgettable evening in the heart of Old Town San Diego. Stroll through the charming streets of Old […]
Everything Went Wrong at the Uptown Planning Group Vote, But Maybe That Was Intended
By Mat Wahlstrom If you’ve been following local news, you may be aware that two hours Tuesday night was the only time allowed for any of the 40,000 residents in Uptown to vote in person in the new Uptown Community Planning Group election. This election was already unprecedented as UpCPG’s intent has always been to conduct […]
Hot Summer Nights
By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills BID As I am writing this, the weather is hot and humid, and yet, I think we will agree that an August spent in San Diego is the best August on earth. With hot on our minds, following are some “hot” and worthy mentions. Hot Event Save-the-Date: Each August […]
Arts District Liberty Station Winding Down for the Summer Months
Although summer is winding down, the fun in the sun continues. Arts District Liberty Station is the ideal spot to enjoy these final days of summer with friends and family. With events, outdoor live music, interactive free classes, and much more, the arts and culture hub is here to help you make the most of […]
Corporate Landlords Have Raised Rents in San Diego Making it Unaffordable
We continue to see news stories about how unaffordableit is to live in San Diego County due to the cost of housing. Many of us have come to realize there are several factors causing this to occur, including the significant increase in vacation rentals and corporate landlords.A recent report found San Diego County is short […]
The Mayor Makes Plans to Add 50,000+ Residents and No Infrastructure to Uptown
Late last year I wrote an article about Todd Gloria’s plans via the Hillcrest Blueprint to add 50,000 residents to the Uptown community. I referred to it as creating “sardine town,” which will not be suitable for human habitation. It will also kill small businesses because the major arteries for entering and departing Uptown will […]
It’s Time for A New Beginning
This past month I was given good news about the Historic Mission Hills Library at 925 West Washington Street. A representative of Councilman Whitburn’s office stated that according to the Library Department staff, the necessary abatement work has been completed. They are now awaiting the delivery of materials to finalize the remaining work. Their current […]
