East County Magazine

MEDICAL POT SHOP APPLIES FOR PERMIT IN RAMONA
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery March 24, 2015 (Ramona) – An application for a medical marijuana collective in Ramona has been submitted to the County of San Diego. If
FROM COUNTRY TO REGGAE, RAMONA MUSIC FEST TAKES STAGE MARCH 28
Printer-friendly version March 26, 2015 (Ramona) — This Saturday, March 28th,te Ramona Music Fest will feature emerging talent and popular San Diego musicians playing everything from rock to reggae and

FOR THE BIRDS? PROPOSAL TO INCREASE PUBLIC ACCESS IN RAMONA GRASSLANDS DRAWS DIVERSE VIEWS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery March 15, 2015 (Ramona) – Should Ramona’s Grasslands Preserve be opened up for more public access? Congressman Duncan Hunter’s aide, Michael Harrison, said that
IRISH HARPS IN CONCERT MARCH 15 & 17: FOLK HARP MOVEMENT HAS ROOTS ON MOUNT LAGUNA
Printer-friendly version Hear our KNSJ radio interview with Christina Tourin – and learn how the folk harp revival found its roots right here in East County, atop Mount

SD TRAILS: HIKING TO GARNET PEAK
Printer-friendly version By Randy Zuniga March 8, 2015 (San Diego’s East County)–Garnet Peak is a fun and easy hike with spectacular views. The amazing part about this hike is

MAJOR TRAIL CHANGES PROPOSED TO THREE SISTERS FALLS
Printer-friendly version Public comments due by March 25 By Miriam Raftery February 25, 2015 (San Diego’s East County)–Three Sisters Falls is one of the most beautiful natural attractions

SEARCH UNDERWAY FOR MISSING HIKER WHO LEFT ANZA TWO WEEKS AGO
Printer-friendly version Hikers find belongings 13 miles off Highway 79, north of Warner Springs East County News Service February 24, 2015 (San Diego) updated February 26, 2015—San Diego Search

RIDERS RALLY TO HELP BURN VICTIM WITH NO INSURANCE
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery February 8, 2015 (Ramona) – Nearly 80 riders on horseback hit the trail Saturday in Ramona to help pay medical bills for Lynn Fuller,

SD TRAILS: IRON MOUNTAIN
Printer-friendly version By Randy Zuniga January 15, 2015 (San Diego’s East County)–Iron Mountain, located at the backside of Poway, just off of the Highway 67, stands 2,696 ft. tall.

HEAVENLY VIEWS: MT. LAGUNA OBSERVATORY GETS NEW TELESCOPE
Printer-friendly version November 29, 2014 (Mount Laguna)–There’s a brand new, $1.5 million telescope at the observatory atop Mount Laguna in East County. Astronomers from San Diego State University, which
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Record-breaking March heat wave gripping San Diego County
Photo of Lake Murray on March 17 by Karen Pearlman East County News Service March 17, 2026 (San Diego County) — Baby, it’s hot outside!…

Peak rattlesnake s-s-s-s-season slithering up
Photo courtesy County of San Diego East County News Service March 17, 2026 (San Diego County) — As the marine layer thins and temperatures climb…

Donate to help pets in need at Alpine Pet Food and Supply Drive April 4
East County News Service March 14, 2026 (Alpine) – Dog and cat food, treats, grooming supplies, new pet toys, feeding bowls, beds, blankets, crates/carriers, leashes,…

East County Chamber honors leaders, organizations at 114th annual soiree
Printer-friendly versionSycuan Casino Resort hosted the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce’s 114th annual East County Honors Awards Gala over the weekend. Photos and story by Karen Pearlman

KNSJ community radio suffers catastrophic damage when winter storm topples its rented tower
Printer-friendly version Station is still streaming online, but restoring broadcast signal requires urgent funding for engineering, equipment, and a possible new site East County News Service February 28, 2026 (Descanso)

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

Motorcyclist dies in Descanso
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service February 21, 2026 (Descanso) – A man killed in a solo motorcycle crash in Descanso on February 8 has been identified as Fernando Omar Herrera,

And the survey says… County Supervisors looking for input
East County News Service Feb. 20, 2026 (San Diego County) — There’s one week left to tell San Diego County officials what you want to…

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

Reader’s Editorial: The unincorporated area of San Diego County deserves a vote
By Robin Joy Maxson, Chair, Association of Planning Groups – San Diego County and Board Member, SANDAG Board of Directors February 18, 2026 (Ramona) –…
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