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Daughter of NASA Orbital Mechanics Pioneer to Represent Her Mother at Gala Event
Katherine Johnson, whose groundbreaking calculations in orbital mechanics were instrumental to the success of America’s early crewed space flight programs and the historic Apollo Moon landings, will be represented by her daughter Katherine Moore when Johnson is inducted into the prestigious International Air & Space Hall of Fame at the San Diego Air & Space Museum on Saturday, November 9 at […]
Celebrate the Season at the Annual Pet Parade and Gaslamp Artisan Market
As the holidays approach, San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter is set to transform into a winter wonderland filled with seasonal celebrations and festive cheer. From the beloved Pet Parade to Thanksgiving feasts, Small Business Saturday, and the weekly Gaslamp Artisan Market, the neighborhood is brimming with festivities for the whole family. Indulge in exceptional dining, […]
Farewell October; Hello November
By Jamaal Jackson, President Mission Hills BID, US Bank Assistant Vice President and Mission Hills Branch Manager From the September 23 Taste of Mission Hills ticket sales launch, online and at All American Tailors, The Keratin Shop and US Bank Mission Hills, to the evening of the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills, this year’s taste […]
Witness the Beauty and Creativity that Transformed Tijuana’s Colonia La Esperanza Neighborhood
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Colonia Esperanza on November 16th, hosted by the Ilan Lael Foundation. This immersive tour explores the vibrant Tijuana neighborhood, deeply connected to the renowned work of artist and sculptor-builder James Hubbell. The adventure begins at the Jardin de Ninos La Esperanza, a charming kindergarten oasis filled with colorful mosaics and playful […]
20th Annual Harvest for Hope Fundraiser Benefiting Children Battling Cancer
The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a nonprofit that helps families navigate their child’s journey through cancer, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 20th Annual Harvest for Hope event, scheduled to take place at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 10 at the picturesque Coasterra, located at 880 Harbor Island Drive, to help raise awareness during Childhood […]
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 […]
Mission Hills Heritage Presents the 17th Annual Historic Home Tour: “Master Builders of Mission Hills”
Join Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) on Saturday, September 28, 2025, for our 17th Annual Historic Home Tour. This year’s theme is “Master Builders of Mission Hills,” and the home tour will feature up to six homes in various architectural styles built by early twentieth century Master Builders. Many of the homes you see today in […]
Update on Proposed Kettner and Vine Mega Shelter for the Homeless
By Paul Krueger / Previously published in the OB Rag The future of Mayor Todd Gloria’s proposed 1,000 homeless shelter won’t be known until the City Council returns from its summer break and resumes meeting in September. But there are rumblings at City Hall that the mayor has — or will — abandon his controversial “mega-shelter,” […]
Thanks to Our City Officials Chaos is the New Norm
If I was a current official (elected and chosen) for the City of San Diego, I would be truly embarrassed with the way the public at large, their constituents, are being treated and feel about their failures. Every day we see more chaos and failures happening around us, all because of the agendas of the […]
