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Remaining Horses Rescued from Julian Moved to El Cajon
San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) has moved 54 horses rescued from Villa Chardonnay in Julian to Willow Glen Equestrian Centre in El Cajon. An additional fourhorses were moved to the organization’s Escondido Campus for ongoing behavioral and medical care. This marks another major milestone in the organization’s ongoing response to one of the largest animal […]
USD Basketball Teams Step Off the Court to Help Shelter Pets During Overcrowding Crisis
The University of San Diego’s men’s and women’s basketball teams stepped off the court and into the shelter to help homeless animals during San Diego Humane Society’s ongoing overcrowding crisis. With more than 1,900 animals currently in care — including approximately 840 pets available for adoption — the Toreros volunteered their time to support animal […]
The 23rd Annual Harvest for Hope Fundraiser Returns During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families navigate their child’s journey with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, invites the community to its 23rd Annual Harvest for Hope on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The fundraiser brings together supporters for an unforgettable evening celebrating hope, resilience […]
Art That Deserves to Be Seen, Not Stored Out of Sight
By Patty Ducey-Brooks This past month, a friend approached me with a request: would I be interested in sharing information and images with our readers about her brother’s artwork? Once I learned about his background and saw several of his mid-century modern paintings, I was deeply impressed. Marjorie’s brother, Richard Anthony Marks, loved painting, yet […]
Spay and Neuter: The Lifesaving Choice Every Pet Owner Can Make
By Emma Katai, Communications Specialist, San Diego Humane Society As animal shelters across California are overcapacity with animals in need of loving homes, spaying and neutering pets has become more critical than ever. These simple yet powerful procedures offer more than just health benefits for our pets — they are key to preventing unplanned litters […]
Descendants of Early San Diego Honor Leather Jacket Soldiers at 44th Annual Luncheon
This past month, the Descendants of Early San Diego (DESD) held its 44th Annual Luncheon on June 27, 2026, at Howard Ballard Parent Hall in Old Town San Diego. The event honored the Leather Jacket Soldiers (Soldados de Cuera) who established the Presidio of San Diego in 1769 and contributed to American independence during 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 […]
Mission Hills Heritage Announces 2026 “Mid-Century Modern Weekend”
Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) is shining a spotlight on one of the neighborhood’s most iconic—and often overlooked—architectural styles with its upcoming Mid-Century Modern Weekend event, a celebration of design, community, and preservation. Home to one of the region’s largest concentrations of mid-century architecture, Mission Hills features work by celebrated architects like Frederick Liebhardt, Lloyd Ruocco, and […]
A Celebration of Ruth Henrick’s Life – A Pillar of the Mission Hills Community
At 3 p.m., Saturday, April 11, Mission Hills United Church of Christ, located at 4044 Lark Street in Mission Hills, will host a celebration of life honoring a long-standing proprietor of the Huddle in Mission Hills, Ruth Henricks. She operated The Huddle since she purchased it from her sister-in-law Terry Pierce in 1986. Special Delivery, […]
The City of San Diego Wants Your Credit Card
This past month, residents from the City of San Diego attended a meeting with Attorneys Mike Aguirre and Maria Severson, who are representing plaintiffs who filed a lawsuit in opposition to the Environmental Services Department trash fee, sighting that it is unconstitutional. The meeting was held at the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library community center that was […]
