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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 […]
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 […]
Philanthropic Evening Benefits Children and Adults with Disabilities
The Arc of San Diego is thrilled to announce its 2026 Annual Gala, an inspirational evening themed Joie de Vivre, taking place Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. The celebration invites guests to immerse themselves in an atmosphere of enchantment, wonder, and connection, honoring the joy of living and the […]
A Symphony of Inspiration on Mother’s Day Weekend
Immerse yourself in a world of beauty and creativity at the 2026 Mission Hills Garden Walk, themed “A Symphony of Inspiration,” happening from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 9. This year guests are invited to explore nine breathtaking gardens situated throughout Mission Hills, each one an oasis of vibrant plants and stunning designs […]
Mama’s Day Celebrates 35 Years of Community Giving
Get ready to experience the best of San Diego’s culinary scene in one night– Mama’s Day returns to the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, located at 1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92101 at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 16. The welcome cocktail reception (exclusive to VIP ticket holders) takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Event […]
Walden Family Services Celebrates 50 Years of Youth Housing Across Southern California
This year, the nonprofit Walden Family Services celebrates 50 years of supporting children, youth, and families through family-based care, housing stability, and prevention-focused services. Founded in 1976, Walden has evolved to meet the changing needs of young people while remaining grounded in one core belief: children thrive when they grow up in safe, supportive families and […]
American Literary Heroes
Write Out Loud, an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience announces American Literary Heroes,part of the Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes funded by the National Endowment for the Arts. American Literary Heroesis a unique program highlighting […]
Horses of Tir Na Nog celebrates the Year of the Horse
On Friday, February 27, six new horses arrived at Horses of Tir Na Nog. The horses came from a local rescue that was closing. It was the largest intake of domestic horses in a single day by Horses of Tir Na Nog. Many of the horses have medical conditions or are older, requiring specialized care. […]
Susan G. Komen 2026 Impact Luncheon
On Friday, March 13 Susan G. Komen San Diego hosted its 2026 Impact Luncheon at Eve, located at 975 Waterfront Place, bringing together survivors, caregivers, physicians, business leaders, and advocates for an inspiring afternoon focused on hope, progress, and tangible community impact. Proceeds benefit Komen San Diego’s Patient Care Center, which provides free, personalized navigation services […]
