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Youth from San Diego region invited to Black College Expo February 12
East County News Service February 9, 2026 (San Diego) – More than 2,500 students are expected to attend the 9th annual Black College Expo on February 12. The expo is organized by the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) and National College Resources Foundation (NCRF). The Black College Expo is a free opportunity for local high school juniors and seniors to meet with historically
GCCCD receives Congressional funding to strengthen pipeline to better paying jobs for working adults in East County San Diego
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District and Foundation receive $655,000 in federal budget to expand support to low-income and underemployed adults Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District February 9, 2026 (El Cajon) – Last week, upon approval of the most recent Congressional budget bill, the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District and the Foundation for Grossmont and Cuyamaca Colleges were included to receive $655,000 for the District’s Pathways
Youth from San Diego region invited to Black College Expo February 12
East County News Service February 9, 2026 (San Diego) – More than 2,500 students are expected to attend the 9th annual Black College Expo on…
GCCCD receives Congressional funding to strengthen pipeline to better paying jobs for working adults in East County San Diego
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District and Foundation receive $655,000 in federal budget to expand support to low-income and underemployed adults Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District February…
Lakeside school employee arrested for sexual abuse of minor
East County News Service January 28, 2026 (Lakeside) – Kent Cable, 55, an employee of the Lakeside Union School District in a non-teaching role, has…
Cal Coast Cares Foundation to award over $160,000 in scholarships to local students
Source: Cal Coast Cares Foundation January 30, 2026 (San Diego) – T he Cal Coast Cares Foundation has begun accepting applications for its next round…
Lakeside school employee arrested for sexual abuse of minor
East County News Service January 28, 2026 (Lakeside) – Kent Cable, 55, an employee of the Lakeside Union School District in a non-teaching role, has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing a minor. Charges include three counts of sexual penetration with a child 10 years old or younger and four counts of lewd and lascivious acts on a child
To comply with new state laws, GUHSD board passes protections for immigrant students by 3-2 margin
By Alexander J. Schorr File photo, left: Trustee Jim Kelly called the measure “anarchy” and voted against it, along with Trustee Gary Woods January 21, 2026 (El Cajon) — The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) Board of Trustees on January 19 voted 3-2 to pass a resolution to establish new guidelines for responding to federal enforcement on campuses. This follows new
GUHSD invites students, families, staff and community to participate in Portrait of a Graduate Survey
Source: Grossmont Union High School District January 9, 2026 (El Cajon) – The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) is inviting East County students, families, educators, school staff, and community members to participate in shaping its Portrait of a Graduate (POG) – a long-term, community-created vision that defines the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and mindsets every student needs to thrive in the
North Island Credit Union Foundation offering scholarships to San Diego County students
Foundation invites college-bound students to apply for $1,000 scholarships by March 6 Source: North Island Credit Union Foundation January 9, 2026 (San Diego) – North Island Credit Union Foundation is encouraging college-bound students in San Diego county to apply for its 2026 Student Scholarship Program. Through the program, the Foundation awards $10,000 in scholarships annually to recognize local students who demonstrate
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SANTANA SHOOTER HAS FIRST PAROLE HEARING TUESDAY
Update September 11, 2024 — Parole has been denied for Williams. At yesterday’s hearing, Board of Parole Hearings Commissioner Kevin Chappell stated that Williams still poses a threat to public safety, telling Williams ““By your testimony today, it is really unclear if you understand why you committed this horrendous act of violence.” Testimony was overwhelmingly against Williams’ release, the San
MIGRANTS APPROACHED SCHOOL BUSES IN DULZURA, BUT DID NOT TRY TO BOARD, SHERIFF SAYS
By Miriam Raftery September 2, 2024 (Dulzura) – Migrants have twice approached school buses in the Jamul-Dulzura Union School District, sparking concerns among some parents. However Superintendent Liz Bystedt, in a letter to families, says the Sheriff’s office has spoken with several witnesses and found no crime occurred. Based on witness statements, the Superintendent’s letter states, “It appears that while
MIGRANTS APPROACHED SCHOOL BUSES IN DULZURA, BUT DID NOT TRY TO BOARD, SHERIFF SAYS
By Miriam Raftery September 2, 2024 (Dulzura) – Migrants have twice approached school buses in the Jamul-Dulzura Union School District, sparking concerns among some parents. However Superintendent Liz Bystedt, in a letter to families, says the Sheriff’s office has spoken with several witnesses and found no crime occurred. Based on witness statements, the Superintendent’s letter states, “It appears that while
GRAND OPENING OF CAL COAST CREDIT UNION STUDENT FINANCIAL CENTER AT SDSU
East County News Service August 28, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University and California Coast Credit Union leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 21 commemorating the grand opening of the new Cal Coast Credit Union Student Financial Center. In 2023, California Coast Credit Union pledged $3 million to establish a financial center that would help students
GRAND OPENING OF CAL COAST CREDIT UNION STUDENT FINANCIAL CENTER AT SDSU
East County News Service August 28, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University and California Coast Credit Union leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 21 commemorating the grand opening of the new Cal Coast Credit Union Student Financial Center. In 2023, California Coast Credit Union pledged $3 million to establish a financial center that would help students
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
NEWSOM SET AN AMBITIOUS GOAL TO LAUNCH 500,000 CALIFORNIANS INTO NEW CAREERS. MANY ARE FIREFIGHTERS
Photo: A car burns during a training session as an apprentice lays out a fire hose at the Los Angeles County Fire Department East County Training Center, in Pomona, on July 8, 2024. Photo by Jules Hotz for CalMatters In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So
NEWSOM SET AN AMBITIOUS GOAL TO LAUNCH 500,000 CALIFORNIANS INTO NEW CAREERS. MANY ARE FIREFIGHTERS
Photo: A car burns during a training session as an apprentice lays out a fire hose at the Los Angeles County Fire Department East County Training Center, in Pomona, on July 8, 2024. Photo by Jules Hotz for CalMatters In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So
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