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Tacos, taxes and targeted relief — Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson hosting resource fair
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 20, 2026 (San Diego County) — As the April income tax filing deadline looms, State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-SD) will serve up a

And the survey says… County Supervisors looking for input
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 20, 2026 (San Diego County) — There’s one week left to tell San Diego County officials what you want to see, including ways they

A sign of things to come in the La Mesa Village
La Mesa’s Downtown District Sign is coming soon. Among those at the Feb. 3 groundbreaking ceremony were, from left to right: Greg Humora, La Mesa…

Every 15 Minutes comes to Helix Charter High School on February 11th
Source: California Highway Patrol February 11, 2026 (La Mesa) – On February 11, 2026, the California Highway Patrol, in conjunction with Helix Charter High School…

Next phase of Casa de Oro plan to be discussed at Feb. 26 workshop
East County News Service Feb. 10, 2026 (Casa de Oro) – The vision for a safer, more walkable Casa de Oro is moving from the…

Next phase of Casa de Oro plan to be discussed at Feb. 26 workshop
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 10, 2026 (Casa de Oro) – The vision for a safer, more walkable Casa de Oro is moving from the drawing board to the

Photo of the Week: Here’s the buzz!
East County News Service February 7, 2026 (La Mesa) — Kristin Kjaero snapped this photo of a honeybee pollinating flowers in her succulent garden in…

La Mesa hosting Home Energy Fair in March
East County News Service February 5, 2026 (La Mesa) — With San Diego County residents navigating some of the highest utility rates in the nation,…

Found: Missing woman Tiffanie Russ
Update February 2, 2026: Tiffanie Russ has been located. She is safe and back with her family, per La Mesa Police. East County News Service…

La Mesa City Council unanimously approves changes to sidewalk dining guidelines
“This is so critical to La Mesa and to our businesses.” – Councilmember Laura Lothian By Armando Rasing II Photo by Miriam Raftery: Outdoor dining…
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METHODIST GROUP IN LA MESA REACHES OUT TO LGTB COMMUNITY JUNE 6
Printer-friendly version Rare Event Affirms Welcoming Church Environment May 20, 2015 (La Mesa)–At least 400 people are expected to attend a local event that is unusual for mainstream Protestant
LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE MAY 30
Printer-friendly versionMay 20, 2015 (La Mesa) — The American Flag will be flown proudly at the 18th annual La Mesa Flag Day Parade on Saturday, May 30th. The parade will begin

ANIMAL TALES: MARCEL, THE TRAVELING POOCH
Printer-friendly version By Mimi Pollack May 18, 2015 (La Mesa)–Whenever, he sees his Sherpa carrier, Marcel gets all excited. This doggie loves to travel which is good since his

FATAL SHOOTING IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly version East County News Service May 17, 2015 (La Mesa) – La Mesa Police responded to a call reporting a man had been shot inside a home in

WINE CLASS, TASTING & PAIRING AT SPACEBAR CAFE & WINE BISTRO JUNE 3
Printer-friendly version May 15, 2015 (La Mesa)–Want to learn more about wine but not sure where to start? @Spacebar Café & Wine Bistro invites you to a wine class, tasting

HELIX WATER BOARD WEIGHS FINES FOR EXCESS WATER USE, ADDITIONAL DROUGHT ACTIONS
Printer-friendly version By Janis Russell May 14, 2015 (La Mesa)- At yesterday’s board meeting, staff at Helix Water District presented a drought action plan and resolution to the board.

PARK STATION: WILL THE THIRD TIME BE A CHARM?
Printer-friendly versionMay 14, 2015 (La Mesa) — Park Station is coming before the La Mesa Planning Commission for the third time since the application was first submitted in 2008. The

ART OPENING & BOOK SIGNING IN THE LA MESA VILLAGE
Printer-friendly versionSunbelt Publications is holding a Spring Showcase on Thursday, May 14, from 5-9 PM at the O’Dunn Fine Art, a multi-artist show and author exposition featuring local Sunbelt authors. Brad Bruce,

LA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP
Printer-friendly versionMay 11, 2015 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa Police Department will be hosting its 4th Annual La Mesa Police Youth Leadership Camp from June 29-July 2, 2015. The

“SUNDAYS AT SIX” SUMMER CONCERTS SERIES LINE UP ANNOUNCED
Printer-friendly versionMay 11, 2015 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation announces the 14th season of the City of La Mesa’s “Sundays at Six” free outdoor concerts.