August 2015
East County Magazine
CONDITIONS MUST BE MET BEFORE LA MESA OKTOBERFEST PERMIT WILL BE ISSUED
Printer-friendly version Concerns raised over merchants group’s solvency and credibility during heated hearing By Kristin Kjaero August 3, 2015 (La Mesa) – Whether or not there will be an Oktoberfest 2015 is in the hands of the La Mesa Village Merchants Association (LMVMA). On Tuesday, the Council voted 4-1 to grant conditional approval for this year’s Oktoberfest, with Council member
WHITE HOUSE RACE 2016: THE RUN FOR THE ROSE GARDEN
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Devoreo Bell, Juwan Armstrong and Miriam Raftery contributed to this series. Part 1: Jeb Bush, Hillary Clinton (most prominent political pedigrees) and Donald Trump (the show horse) August 3, 2015 (Washington D.C.) — The 2016 presidential candidates are off and running. It’s a crowded race, with over two dozen contenders vying for
FROM THE FIRE CHIEF’S CORNER: WHERE AND WHAT TO EVACUATE DURING A WILDFIRE
Printer-friendly version By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna August 3, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Wildfires are burning throughout the State and things will only get worse before they get better says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. If by chance you are near a wildfire, you may be asked to evacuate. Here are some things you should know if you
CALIFORNIA PROPOSES CENTRAL BANK FOR MARIJUANA BUSINESSES
Printer-friendly version By Leon Thompson Photo: www.JesseCalifornia.com August 3, 2015 (Sacramento)–The California tax board officials Friday announced their interest in forming a state-run bank that would allow legal marijuana business operators to transition from what has traditionally been a cash only business to legitimate banking. Democrat Fiona Ma, of the state Board of Equalization, said that growers and dispensary
WINE, MEAD, CIDER AND BEER ON TAP AT “SIP OF JULIAN” AUGUST 8
Printer-friendly version August 3, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Saturday August 8 marks the first annual “Sip of Julian.” Eight participants are included in this event, highlighting Julian-area wineries and other tasting rooms. Joining the traditional wine producers are a craft brewery, hard cider, and a mead producer. Starting at 11 a.m., visitors have 6 hours to enjoy
“SUMMER BASH” BUSINESS EXPO AUGUST 12 IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly versionJuly 31, 2015 (La Mesa) – The La Mesa Chamber invites you to attend the upcoming “Summer Bash” Business Expo on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. This unique evening provides the public, as well as other business members with the opportunity to meet and enjoy conversation with over 50 local businesses that will be there. In addition to the fun-filled
ICE ISSUES RESPONSE ON IRAQI DETAINEES AT OTAY: 5 ORDERED DEPORTED, 1 FACES CHARGES OVER FALSE PAPERS, 22 REMAIN BEHIND BARS
Printer-friendly version Congresswoman Davis wants to speak with family members of detained Chaldeans By Miriam Raftery August 3, 2015 (Otay) –After our story yesterday on efforts by local Chaldeans to free more than 20 Iraqi Chaldean Christians detained for months at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)/Homeland Security facility in Otay Mesa, we received a response from Lauren
60 FALL ILL AFTER JOURNALISM BANQUET AT BALI HAI
Printer-friendly version Update August 4, 2015: County health officials have confirmed at least four norovirus cases among the stricken diners. East County News Service August 3, 2015 (San Diego) – More than 60 people have fallen ill after dining at the Bali Hai restaurant on Shelter Island during the Society of Professional Journalists annual awards banquet on Thursday, July 30th,
ASSEMBLY SPEAKER TONY ATKINS SPEAKS AUG. 5 IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly version East County News Service August 4, 2015 (La Mesa) — La Mesa Foothills Democratic Club will host the Speaker of the California State Assembly Toni Atkins at a special August 5 meeting. The Speaker will cover a wide range of topics including a legislative update and how San Diegans can and will be affected by the new
LAKESIDE CHAMBER HOSTS BUSINESS APPRECIATION EVENING AUG. 20
Printer-friendly version August 4, 2015 (Lakeside)–The Lakeside Chamber of Commerce will host a “Business Appreciation Evening” from 5 to 8 p.m.,Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Carter-Smith V.F.W. Post #5867, 12650 Lindo Lane, Lakeside. Admission is free. All Lakeside business owners and employees are invited to attend. Refreshments will include food samples and desserts from local eateries. Printer-friendly version
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