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CALIFORNIA WELCOME CENTER OPENS IN ALPINE
Printer-friendly version December 7, 2009 (Alpine) – San Diego East Visitors Bureau celebrated the grand opening last week of its new office in the Viejas Outlet Center in Alpine. The
HOLIDAY MIXER & GRAND OPENING OF SD EAST VISITORS BUREAU: DEC. 3 AT VIEJAS
Printer-friendly version December 1, 2009 (Alpine) — The San Diego East Visitors Bureau & San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce invite the public to a holiday mixer and
LET IT ROLL! VIEJAS BOWL OPENS IN ALPINE
Printer-friendly version November 24, 2009 – Tribal Council leaders rolled out the first strikes following a ribbon cutting ceremony today at the new Viejas Bowl, located in the Viejas Outlet
PORKIN’ IN THE PARK
Printer-friendly version By Leon Thompson, the East County Eater October 25th, 2009 (Alpine) — “Smokin’ in the Park,” the state’s largest BBQ competition sponsored by Viejas, was held Oct. 17
VIEJAS TREE LIGHTING AT S. CA’S LARGEST OUTDOOR ICE RINK FRIDAY NOV. 13
Printer-friendly version Viejas Outlet Center transforms into a winter wonderland complete with ice skating, holiday tree lighting & shows November 10, 2009 (Alpine)– Viejas Outlet Center officially kicks off
FAR EAST WINDS: NEW RESTAURANT AT VIEJAS HONORS CHINESE ROLE IN SETTLING THE WEST
Printer-friendly version October 30, 2009 (Alpine) — A traditional Kumeyaay blessing, birdsinging and smudging conducted by Viejas Tribal Councilmember Virginia Christman heralded the opening of a new Asian Cuisine restaurant,
CASH FOR BEST COSTUMES AT CASINO HALLOWEEN CONTESTS
Printer-friendly version October 29, 2009 (San Diego’s East County) – Want to be a winner at a casino—without having to gamble any money? Several area casinos are hosting Halloween costume
VIEJAS HOSTS STATE’S LARGEST BBQ COOKING CHAMPIONSHIP OCT. 17
Printer-friendly version Teams from around the country cook up a good time at free “Smokin’ in the Park” Festival October 14, 2009 (Alpine) – Looking to spice up your
VIEJAS & RADIO STATION MAGIC 92.5 STAGED HUGE BLOCK PARTY
Printer-friendly version Thousands enjoyed free concert, car show and kids fun zone Story and Photos by Leon Thompson Viejas (September 26, 2009) Thousands of enthusiastic rock music fans of
VIEJAS HOSTS FIRE PREVENTION DAY THURS. OCT. 8
Printer-friendly version October 5, 2009 (Alpine) – On Thursday, over 250 school children will join firefighters, tribal representatives, Smokey the Bear and Sparky the firedog from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
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A WINNING BET? VIEJAS CASINO PREPARES TO REOPEN WITH CHANGES TO PROTECT GUESTS
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery May 8, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – With casinos, hotels and other tribal enterprises shut down since March due to COVID-19 as stay-home orders remain
INDIAN HEALTH COUNCIL IN VALLEY CENTER AWARDED FEDERAL GRANT FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
Printer-friendly version East County News Service April 21, 2020 (Washington D.C.) — The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has expedited its process to yesterday release
CAMPO TRIBE’S FORMER CHAIR LA CHAPPA AND 64 MEMBERS PETITION FOR SPECIAL MEETING OVER ALLEGEDLY “CORRUPT ACTIONS” OF LEADERSHIP UNDER CHAIRMAN CUERO
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: Monique La Chappa March 26, 2020 (Campo) – After Campo tribal chair Harry Paul Cuero Jr. reportedly refused to recognize a motion or
NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES NOT GETTING AID TO FIGHT COVID-19: FEDS OFFER EXPIRED RESPIRATORS TO TRIBAL HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery March 21, 2020 (San Diego) – Health clinics at Native American reservations as well as urban Indian healthcare centers are running dangerously low on medical supplies
ALL EAST COUNTY CASINOS TO CLOSE MARCH 21-31 DUE TO COVID-19
Printer-friendly version Barona, Campo, Jamul, Sycuan, and Viejas Jointly Announce Casino Closures in Response to Coronavirus crisis Source: Kumeyaay Nation March 18, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) — Tribal government
DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE TOUR COMING TO SYCUAN ON MARCH 26
Printer-friendly versionTickets are now on sale Source Sycuan February 21, 2019 (El Cajon) — America’s favorite dance show is going back on tour this winter with “Dancing with
CAMPO TRIBAL MEMBERS PLEAD FOR LEGAL HELP, ALLEGE RIGHTS VIOLATED IN WIND PROJECT APPROVAL: PETITION SEEKS REVOTE ON CONTROVERSIAL PROJECT
Printer-friendly version “Our reservation is in dire financial condition. We have really nothing to give our youth…All we have are false promises.” – Dennis Largo, tribal elder who delivered a
REZ RADIO 91.3 TO AIR 50TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT FORUM IN VALLEY CENTER FEB. 7
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service February 6, 2020 (Pala) — Rez Radio 91.3 will broadcast and live stream the 50th Congressional District candidates forum scheduled for Friday, February 7
CUYAMACA COLLEGE POWWOW RETURNS FEB. 1 WITH BIRD SINGERS, GOURD DANCING AND MORE
Printer-friendly versionSource: Cuyamaca College January 23, 2020 (El Cajon) — Native American history and culture will be celebrated when tribes from throughout the West congregate at Cuyamaca College’s 6th
STUDENTS IN MOUNTAIN EMPIRE DISTRICT LEARN KUMEYAAY “HISTORY ON THE GO” IN PARTNERSHIP WITH IMPERIAL VALLEY DESERT MUSEUM
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service January 23, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – The Mountain Empire Unified School District in San Diego’s rural East County has forged a partnership with