East County Magazine
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DOGS AND THEIR OWNERS ATTENDED FIDO FEST 2025 IN SANTEE
Many people and their dogs came together at Town Center Community Park East for the ninth annual Fido Fest in Santee. By G.A. McNeeley Photos by Scott Lagace and G.A. McNeeley February 26, 2025 (Santee) – The city of Santee invited lots of people (and their dogs) for fun times at this year’s Fido Fest. People were also able to
JAMUL’S HAPPY PLACE FOR ANIMAL LOVERS
Ranch offers petting zoo, summer camp and Airbnb experiences By Mimi Pollack Photo: baby goats named Daisy Duke and Billy the Kid February 18, 2025 (Jamul) — With his friendly smile and warm blue eyes, Farmer Pat [as he likes to be called] welcomes you to Jamul Trails Ranch, a little oasis in Jamul. Pat and Kim Dillon have built a nice life
FREE FEBRUARY ADMISSION FOR SENIORS AT SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK
Source: San Diego Zoo and Safari Park January 29, 2025 (San Diego) – The San Diego Zoo Safari Park welcomes guests aged 65 and older to enjoy free admission throughout February during Seniors Free Month. To participate, guests 65 and older simply need to present a valid photo ID upon arrival. Visitors can immerse themselves in the Safari Park’s vast 1,800-acre
THE ANIMAL PAD: ALL BREEDS AND ALL NEEDS
By Mimi Pollack Photo, left: Lauren Botticelli and Alf August 11, 2024 (La Mesa) — Nine years ago, I wrote an article on the all-breed dog rescue, the Animal Pad, which was then headed by Rebecca Weinrib and Stephanie Nisan. A lot has changed since then, and this non-profit dog rescue based in La Mesa has really grown as it
THE ANIMAL PAD: ALL BREEDS AND ALL NEEDS
By Mimi Pollack Photo, left: Lauren Botticelli and Alf August 11, 2024 (La Mesa) — Nine years ago, I wrote an article on the all-breed dog rescue, the Animal Pad, which was then headed by Rebecca Weinrib and Stephanie Nisan. A lot has changed since then, and this non-profit dog rescue based in La Mesa has really grown as it
THE ANIMAL PAD: ALL BREEDS AND ALL NEEDS
By Mimi Pollack Photo, left: Lauren Botticelli and Alf August 11, 2024 (La Mesa) — Nine years ago, I wrote an article on the all-breed dog rescue, the Animal Pad, which was then headed by Rebecca Weinrib and Stephanie Nisan. A lot has changed since then, and this non-profit dog rescue based in La Mesa has really grown as it
WIEGHORST MUSEUM IN EL CAJON ON REA, AN HISTORIC LANDMARK
East County News Service Photo credit: Wieghorst Museum courtesy City of El Cajon July 25, 2024 (El Cajon) — Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center in El Cajon honors the accomplished artist Olaf who lived in our community for 44 years. You can also arrange private tours and classroom visits, Tuesday through Saturday. By becoming a supporting
WIEGHORST MUSEUM IN EL CAJON ON REA, AN HISTORIC LANDMARK
East County News Service Photo credit: Wieghorst Museum courtesy City of El Cajon July 25, 2024 (El Cajon) — Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center in El Cajon honors the accomplished artist Olaf who lived in our community for 44 years. You can also arrange private tours and classroom visits, Tuesday through Saturday. By becoming a supporting
CRITTER ENCOUNTERS: RAMONA RESCUE IS HAVEN FOR INJURED AND DISABLED ANIMALS
By Mimi Pollack Photo: Finley the Fennec Fox July 6, 2024 (Ramona) — In the United States, there is a problem with people acquiring exotic animals without really doing their research. People bring these pets home as tiny babies, not realizing that they can grow to be quite large as adults. For example black and white Argentine Tegu
CRITTER ENCOUNTERS: RAMONA RESCUE IS HAVEN FOR INJURED AND DISABLED ANIMALS
By Mimi Pollack Photo: Finley the Fennec Fox July 6, 2024 (Ramona) — In the United States, there is a problem with people acquiring exotic animals without really doing their research. People bring these pets home as tiny babies, not realizing that they can grow to be quite large as adults. For example black and white Argentine Tegu
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Jamul Casino Resort officially unveils brand new hotel tower
San Diego’s newest boutique hotel now open East County News Service October 17, 2025 (Jamul) – San Diego’s premier new luxury destination, Jamul Casino Resort, recently welcomed guests to
All that and pumpkins, too: 50 years and counting at Christmas Tree Farm in El Cajon
Photo courtesy Family Christmas Tree Farm East County News Service Photo by Scott Lagace October 13, 2025 (El Cajon) — Don’t let the name fool you —
Dream weaver: Beryl Warnes at Julian Weaving Works keeps traditions alive
By Heidi Hope October 1, 2025 (Julian) – For anyone interested in exploring the historic aspect of weaving on a loom, or buying hand-woven products, you won’t want to miss
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