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BARONA RESORT & CASINO BECOMES 1ST TRIBAL RESORT IN U.S. TO EARN LEED™ GOLD CERTIFICATION FROM U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
Printer-friendly version April 16, 2010 (San Diego)– Barona Resort & Casino announced yesterday that it has achieved Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and
VIEJAS DONATES $10,000 TO IMPROVE DOWNTOWN EL CAJON
Printer-friendly version April 15, 2010 (El Cajon)–The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians has made a donation valued at approximately $10,000 to the El Cajon Community Development Corporation to further
CUCAPA INDIANS IN BAJA DEVASTATED BY MEXICO QUAKE: RELIEF EFFORT MOUNTED IN EAST COUNTY
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery April 9, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – A relief effort is being mounted here to bring emergency aid to the Cucapa Indian nation, just
ALPINE VETERANS WALL OF HONOR FUNDRAISER: APRIL 21
Printer-friendly version Viejas pledges challenge grant to match community donations April 14, 2010 (Alpine) – “This has been a dream of ours—to honor or veterans with the great respect and
VIEJAS CASINO HOSTS 4TH ANNUAL ULTIMATE MUSIC CHALLENGE
Printer-friendly version 39 cover bands compete for $40,000 in cash prizes April 11 through June 20 April 9, 2010 (Alpine) – It’s southern California’s biggest cover band smack-down, as Viejas Casino
ALPINE WOMAN WINS SMART CAR AT VIEJAS
Printer-friendly version March 29, 2010 (Alpine) – An Alpine woman drove away a winner at Viejas Casino over the weekend, taking home a new Smart Car. Barbara L. (last name
GRAND OPENING HELD FOR CHICO’S IN VIEJAS OUTLET CENTER
Printer-friendly version March 2, 2010 (Alpine) – A ribbon cutting today heralded opening of the new Chico’s store at the Viejas Outlet Center in Alpine. This is the first
MAKING CLAY, THE KUMEYAAY WAY
Printer-friendly version Students at Barona Museum get hands-on experience By Miriam Raftery February 21, 2010 (Lakeside) – “You start by crushing the rock to get out pebbles. This
ALPINE SCHOOLS & VIEJAS TEAM UP TO BRING NEW MUSIC & MATH PROGRAMS TO ELEMENTARY CLASSROOMS
Printer-friendly version Creative Partnership Overcomes Economic Obstacles to launch innovative new program December 14, 2009 (Alpine) – Despite deep education budget cuts statewide, kids at schools in Alpine are benefiting
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
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Historic landmark to anchor new travel center in Jamul
Artist’s rendering of coming Barretts Travel Center in Jamul (Photo courtesy Kirvin Doak Communications ) East County News Service April 7, 2026 (Jamul) — The…

Jamul Casino Resort gets two film awards
“Water Sweet – The Story of Jamul” Earns Top Honors at AAF Reno ADDY Awards East County News Service April 1, 2026 (Jamul) – Jamul…

Women’s History Month: Honoring Erica Pinto
By Miriam Raftery March 19, 2026 (Jamul) — This Women’s History Month, we recognize Erica Pinto, a transformative tribal leader whose work has strengthened tribal…

Inaugural Wellness 5K to fund expansion for Native Boys & Girls Club
East County News Service March 16, 2026 (East County) — The Boys & Girls Club of Kumeyaay Nation Wellness will host its inaugural Wellness 5K…

SDSU hosts pow wow April 11
East County News Service March 6, 2026 (San Diego) — SDSU will host its 54th annual pow wow on Saturday, April 11 starting at 11…

SDSU hosts pow wow April 11
East County News Service March 6, 2026 (San Diego) — SDSU will host its 54th annual pow wow on Saturday, April 11 starting at 11…

California opens $2.5M in grants to reimagining State Parks through art and culture
East County News Service Feb. 10, 2026 (Sacramento) – Looking to literally bridge the gap between nature and the diverse communities of the state, California…

Jamul Casino continues to support Black-led organizations
East County News Service Feb. 4, 2026 (Jamul) — Jamul Casino Resort announced this week that its total contributions to organizations supporting the Black community…

Passages: Dr. Harry Paul Cuero Jr., former Campo tribal chair
Printer-friendly versionPhoto via SDSU 2011 news release January 6, 2026 (Campo) – Dr. Harry Paul Cuero Jr., former chair of the Campo Band of the Kumeyaay nation, spiritual leader and

Sycuan Tribe unveils new Sycuan Health Center to serve East County residents, including tribal members and broader community
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Photos courtesy of Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation December 31, 2025 (El Cajon) — The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation held a ribbon cutting ceremony