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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: JANUARY EVENTS
By Jonathan Goetz January 9, 2024 (El Cajon) – January happenings include a film festival in Borrego Springs—ideal if you like the desert without the heat—as well as opportunities to
EAST COUNTY EATER: RODIZIO GRILL BRINGS BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE FEASTING TO EL CAJON
East County Eater December 18, 2024 (El Cajon) – The tradition of skewered meats slow-grilled over a wood-burning fire arose in southern Brazil’s Pampas region, where gauchos, or Brazilian cowboys,
ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: NATIONAL HOMELESS YOUTH AWARENESS MONTH
By Seraphina Eberhardt, Program Manager, Institute for Public Strategies East County November 30, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – As we observe National Homeless Youth Awareness Month this November, we can shine
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: 2024 HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
By Miriam Raftery November 29, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – There’s a dazzling array of holiday events coming up across our inland region–including synchronized light shows at Camp Christmas
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: NOTABLE NOVEMBER EVENTS
By Miriam Raftery October 27, 2024 (Ramona) – Notable November events are coming up –including the Ramona Art and Wine Fest, Valor Awards for Veterans, La Mesa’s Holiday
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: NOTABLE NOVEMBER EVENTS
By Miriam Raftery October 27, 2024 (Ramona) – Notable November events are coming up –including the Ramona Art and Wine Fest, Valor Awards for Veterans, La Mesa’s Holiday
ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: ADDRESSING THE SOCIAL COSTS OF ALCOHOL MISUSE: WHY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS MATTER
By Seraphina Eberhardt, East County Program Manager, Institute for Public Strategies October 22. 2024 (San Diego) — Alcohol consumption is embedded in our social fabric, often marking celebrations, casual gatherings and daily routines.
ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: ADDRESSING THE SOCIAL COSTS OF ALCOHOL MISUSE: WHY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS MATTER
By Seraphina Eberhardt, East County Program Manager, Institute for Public Strategies October 22. 2024 (San Diego) — Alcohol consumption is embedded in our social fabric, often marking celebrations, casual gatherings and daily routines.
CHIEF’S CORNER: HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna October 15, 2024 (San Diego) — As firefighters, we have seen the spooky side of Halloween — and I am not talking haunted houses.
CHIEF’S CORNER: HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna October 15, 2024 (San Diego) — As firefighters, we have seen the spooky side of Halloween — and I am not talking haunted houses.
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East County Eater: Happy Hour at Casa Gabriela features authentic Mexican cuisine, elevated
By Paul Levikow Photo, left: mural of talented chef Gabriela “Gaby” Lopez September 20, 2025 (La Mesa) – Casa Gabriela in the La Mesa Village has a first-rate, affordable Happy
Trump ramps up bullying and censorship efforts against media
By G. A. McNeeley September 20, 2025 (Washington D.C.) — Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has been waging an aggressive campaign against the media, unlike any
Destination East County: October outings
East County News Service September 17, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) — October brings Oktoberfest celebrations in La Mesa and El Cajon and Borrego Days in the desert, as well
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: it’s Fall Prevention Awareness Month
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna September 19, 2025 (San Diego) – Each September, as the seasons shift and leaves begin to fall, we turn our attention to a quieter but
Advancing Healthy Communities: Cannabis data shows significant impact on physical and mental health of youth and young adults
By Seraphina Eberhardt Photo: “Cannabis Understands – 2017” by Jurassic Blueberries is licensed under CC BY 2.0. September 4, 2025 (San Diego) — New data shows a concerning trend: today’s high-potency cannabis products are linked
Destination East County: Memorable September events
By Miriam Raftery August 18, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – As summer transitions into fall, September brings seasonal events such as an Autumn Jubilee, Sycuan’s Powwow, the Alley
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: August is national immunization month
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna This is no shot in the dark August 16, 2025 (San Diego) — Viruses and bacteria that cause illness and death still exist and
Advancing Healthy Communities: one year of change: Revitalize Broadway Lemon Grove celebrates its first anniversary
By Seraphina Eberhardt, Program Director, Institute for Public Strategies East County Photo: members of the Revitalize Broadway Board celebrate the one-year anniversary of its founding. Photo by Revitalize Broadway August
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: hot blooded?
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna July 25, 2025 (San Diego) — Warm temperatures can have a surprisingly complex impact on your blood and cardiovascular system. Here’s how your body responds
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Lemon Grove Forward Club announces annual Sock Drive for November
Source: 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 positive