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Padres, Manny Machado Team Up with San Diego Unified on School Attendance
The San Diego Padres have stepped up to the plate to help the San Diego Unified School District raise awareness about the importance of regular school attendance amid a nationwide increase in absenteeism following the pandemic. To help promote strong attendance, with an emphasis on elementary schools most impacted by absenteeism, the Padres have collaborated […]
“Spring Pop-up, Curated by Bazaar Del Mundo” Hits Saturday, April 20
Spring Show Features Celebration of Beloved Artist, Laurel Burch; Other Jewelry and Décor Artisans A day of spring will be celebrated at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops in Old Town with a tribute to beloved artist, Laurel Burch, and a curated selection of jewelry, fashion and décor at the free “Spring Pop-up, Curated by […]
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Offers Safe Viewing and Hands-on Activities
On Monday, April 8, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in San Diego. The Fleet Science Center is hosting a viewing party outside the Fleet in front of the iconic Bea Evenson Fountain. The event is free and begins at 9 a.m. The partial solar eclipse will begin at 10:03 a.m. when the Moon appears to […]
Celebrate the Return of the Padres at the 12th Annual East Village Block Party on Opening Weekend
Though the East Village Block Party on Opening Weekend is often recognized as solely a celebration of the Padres and the return of baseball – this year it is much more. Aiming to shed light on the growing and devoted East Village business district, this year’s block party has home field advantage. With local business […]
March in Mission Hills
By Jamaal Jackson, President Mission Hills BID and Assistant Vice President Branch Manager, US Bank Mission Hills March is a favorite month for me. Not only is it my birthday, it is also my son’s birthday and he will be turning five. If you are a parent, you know having a five-year-old means tee ball […]
Chairwoman of Restore San Diego Addresses Violation of Federal Election Commission Laws
Amy Reichert, a lifelong resident of San Diego, holds the position of Chairwoman at Restore San Diego. Leading a coalition of citizens from diverse backgrounds, she champions government accountability, transparency, and a community-first approach. The hand and voice of a 91-year-old woman shook as she showed me a deceptive political mailer she received at her […]
H Barracks – More Homeless Schemes That Make No Sense
This past February 26, hundreds of residents who reside in Point Loma and surrounding communities attended a town hall meeting to review the current mayor’s plans to bring upwards of 1,000 homeless individuals to the site of H-Barracks. The location is right next to the San Diego International Airport, across the street from Spanish Landing, […]
San Diego Lawn Bowling Club – Fun for Everyone!
As someone who has enjoyed a variety of sports and recreational activities, including cross country and downhill skiing, bicycling and tennis, and has been fully involved in each of them, I was intrigued to learn of a sport that I really knew nothing about, except on websites and shows that gave the impression it is […]
Mayoral Candidate Larry Turner Calls for an Independent Investigation into Infrastructure Failures
After hearing from residents in the City of San Diego asking why the mayor and other elected officials did nothing to act proactively on an inevitable disaster, mayoral candidate Larry Turner seeks an independent investigation into infrastructure failures. Turner says blaming the flooding on climate change as the mayor said on Monday, is ludicrous. He called […]
A Three-Day Celebration in Honor of the Year of the Dragon
The Year of the Dragon will be celebrated with the 19th annual San Diego Tet in Mira Mesa from Friday, February 16 to Sunday, February 18 — attracting more than 30,000 attendees as the largest Lunar New Year celebration in San Diego County. Festival hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 […]
