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Notes On Air – Tracy Lee Nelson
Printer-friendly version By Richard Noel Notes On Air is a monthly music column highlighting local artists, events, and other music-related news. In this month’s column, we talk with Tracy Lee
The Cheapskate’s Guide to Living Well in East County
Printer-friendly versionMaking ends meet is getting tougher. The cost of gas, food, college and just about everything else is going up, while wages have failed to keep pace with inflation.
MEDIA WATCH: PRESIDENTIAL AND LOCAL CANDIDATES TAKE STANCES ON NET NEUTRALITY, INTERNET PRIVACY ISSUES
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery Should Google be allowed to control over 90 percent of Internet searches? Assemblyman Joel Anderson (R-El Cajon), says no. He has sent a letter to California
Green Beat – Green Citizenship: First Step to a Sustainable World
Printer-friendly versionBy Chuck Brands OK, I’m ticked off. This is going to be a bit of a rant that will touch on hot-button issues facing all of us. Just in
The Will Power Report – Solar Roofs
Printer-friendly version Nothing but the Truth! By Will Power The real unemployment rate in the U.S. is over 7%. Many people have stopped looking for jobs. Particularly hard hit is
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ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “GAME” HAS RIVETING SECOND HALF BUT FIRST HALF IS TOO “FAIR” IN RETELLING OF PLAME AFFAIR
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty November 6, 2010 (San Diego)–I remember following the Valerie Plame scandal. I was astonished when I heard a CIA operative’s name was leaked to the
WILL POWER REPORT: GOP WINS, FED RELEASES MONEY
Printer-friendly version Nothing but the Truth! By Will Power November 4, 2010 (San Diego)–For those of you that do not think the banking industry makes up the Fourth
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: IN “ENTER THE VOID” DIRECTOR GASPAR NOE’S BOLD USE OF CAMERA, IMAGERY BREATHES LIFE IN PSYCHEDELIC TALE ABOUT DEATH
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty WARNING: If you have epilepsy or are prone to seizures, do not see this film, as it contains frequent strobe effects. October 30, 2010
THE DOG BLOG: RAINY DAY TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG
Printer-friendly version By Dawn Celapino October 30, 2010 (San Diego) — Most dogs don’t care if it is raining, but some do. Most people do care if it’s, raining
DOLLAR-WISE DIVAS: ARE YOU IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME? FREE LOAN MODIFICATION ASSISTANCE
Printer-friendly version Share creative ideas to assist people of all ages with tips to save money and improve their lifestyle! By Nancy and Dawn Clement October 27, 2010 (San Diego’s
FREEBIE ALERT! SAN DIEGO EARLY HISTORY CONFERENCE – FAMILY FUN FOR EVERYONE
Printer-friendly version By Nancy and Dawn Clement October 27, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Stan Rodriquez, Kumeyaay Community College instructor, will share ideas about the Kumeyaay lifestyle and their use of
QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED BY VOTERS
Printer-friendly version Today is last day to request mail-in ballot By Mary E. Paulet October 26, 2010 (San Diego) — Voters often have questions as Election Day draws near. Need help
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: CLINT EASTWOOD’S DIRECTION, PETER MORGAN’S SCRIPT GIVE “HEREAFTER” LIFE
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty October 23, 2010 (San Diego)–After the hilarious yet powerfully dramatic and tragic Gran Torino and the rousing Invictus, director Clint Eastwood has followed up with
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: TV SCRIPT, DIRECTION BUILD A CASE AGAINST LESS-THAN-CINEMATIC “CONVICTION”
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty October 22, 2010 (San Diego)–Conviction has a well-told, if formulaic, story. The acting is OK, although I felt at times Hilary Swank was trying too
KIDS EAT FREE AT APPLEBEE’S ON HALLOWEEN
Printer-friendly version This is no trick…treat your children to a free meal at Applebee’s October 22, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Applebee’s, a family-friendly restaurant, is offering a treat
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Lemon Grove Forward Club announces annual Sock Drive for November
Printer-friendly versionSource: Lemon Grove Forward Club November 4, 2025 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Forward Club is kicking off its annual sock drive, “Socktober,” a tradition that has made a