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KANSAS REPORTER SUES MARION POLICE CHIEF, ALLEGING RETALIATION IN NEWSROOM RAID
Printer-friendly version by Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector Photo, August 11, surveilance photo of the raid (Courtesy Marion County Record) August 31, 2023 (Topeka, Kansas) — Police Chief Gideon Cody arrived
CHIEF’S CORNER: AUGUST IS YOUR WELLNESS MONTH
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna August 24, 2023 (San Diego) — This August celebrates National Wellness Month. This month focuses on self-care, stress management, and creating healthy routines. If
FROM THE FIRE CHIEF’S CORNER: SUMMER HEAT AND POWER OUTAGES
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna August 24, 2023 (San Diego) – Summer heat can interfere with our power supply in many ways. Hot weather can drive up energy
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: SUMMER’S END CELEBRATIONS AND EARLY AUTUMN ATTRACTIONS
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery August 14, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — As summer draws to a close and autumn fast approaches, some of East County’s most anticipated events of
POLICE RAID KANSAS NEWSPAPER, RAISING FREEDOM OF PRESS CONCERNS
Printer-friendly versionReporter injured, newspaper co-owner dies next day Story and photos by Jonathan Goetz August 14, 2023 (Marion, Kansas) – Seven police and sheriff’s officers in Kansas on Friday raided
CHIEF’S CORNER: SUMMER HEAT AND POWER OUTAGES
Printer-friendly version By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna August 12, 2023 (San Diego) – Summer heat can interfere with our power supply in many ways. Hot weather can drive up energy
ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION WARNS OF EMERGING DRUG THREAT: XYLAZINE ZOMBIES
Printer-friendly versionDrug can cause rotting skin, amputations By David R. Shorey, East County Program Manager, Institute for Public Strategies August 2023 (San Diego’s East County) –Fentanyl is the deadliest drug
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: HOT AUGUST NIGHTS AND STAR-STUDDED SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Printer-friendly versionJuly 31, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — August and September events coming up in San Diego’s East County will give you plenty to howl about – including tours
KALI’S GARDEN CAFÉ & JUICE BAR: HEALTHY, TASTY VEGAN CUISINE IN JULIAN
Printer-friendly versionAn East County Eater review for East County Magazine By Henri Migala Photos by Miriam Raftery July 25, 2023 (Julian) – If you live in San Diego, you have
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: SIZZLING SUMMERTIME FESTIVITES
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery July 22, 2023 (San DIego’s East County) — As late July sizzles into hot August nights, there are some hot happenings coming up across San
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Destination East County: Festive events in mid-April and May 2026
By Miriam Raftery April 5, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – As April continues, drifting into the merry month of May, there are many unique…
League of Women Voters of San Diego continues nonpartisan candidate forums ahead of June primary
YouTube video screenshot of League of Women Voters’ District 2 candidate forum on March 5 East County News Service March 25, 2026 (San Diego) –…
Destination East County: April festivities and Easter events
By Miriam Raftery March 20, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – Upcoming events in our inland region include egg hunts, a bunny bash, and a…
Advancing Healthy Communities: Building resilience in the backcountry
Printer-friendly versionCommunity Unites to Reimagine Campo’s School Field By David Shorey, Institute for Public Strategies Photo: Campo Elementary field (photo courtesy of Estrada Land Planning) December 17, 2025 (Campo) — In the
Rehabilitated bobcat released after 4-month recovery in Ramona
Printer-friendly versionPhoto courtesy San Diego Humane Society East County News Service Feb. 23, 2026 (Ramona) — A bobcat kitten was returned to her native habitat yesterday (Feb. 22) after undergoing
Destination East County: Springtime festivals and events
By Karen Pearlman Feb. 13, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) — As the chill of winter fades, seasonal events are blossoming across San Diego’s inland…
Buon appetite! New Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria by Mamma Mia in La Mesa offers artful and delicious dining experiences
Printer-friendly versionBy Heidi Hope December 2, 2025 (La Mesa) – Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria by Mamma Mia, a new pizza restaurant in La Mesa, evokes Italian ambience from delicious food
Destination East County: Dreamy December events to remember
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Listen to an audio version of this story. November 30, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – ‘Tis the season to be jolly—and there’s plenty
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: Thanksgiving safety tips with a side of manners
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna November 22, 2025 (San Diego) — Thanksgiving signifies the beginning of the holiday season. Many will be spending more time in the kitchen preparing for the
ACT II provides budget-friendly and stylish women’s fashions
Printer-friendly version By Heidi Hope November 18, 2025 (La Mesa)– For 43 years, Act II has been a thriving and successful boutique offering women’s resale fashion in La Mesa’s downtown
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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