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DA AND EAST COUNTY CHAMBER HOST PUBLIC SAFETY ZOOM WORKSHOP OCT. 10 AT NOON

By Jonathan Goetz   September 27, 2024 (San Diego) — Join San Diego County’s District Attorney Summer Stephan at noon Pacific time Thursday, October 10 for an hour in a virtual Public Safety Workshop. Please register with the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce here.   This online forum will focus on Prop 36 education. More details on

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DA AND EAST COUNTY CHAMBER HOST PUBLIC SAFETY ZOOM WORKSHOP OCT. 10 AT NOON

By Jonathan Goetz   September 27, 2024 (San Diego) — Join San Diego County’s District Attorney Summer Stephan at noon Pacific time Thursday, October 10 for an hour in a virtual Public Safety Workshop. Please register with the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce here.   This online forum will focus on Prop 36 education. More details on

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SDSU GUS AND EMMA THOMPSON BLACK RESOURCE CENTER RIBBON-CUTTING

By Jonathan Goetz   Photo courtesy: LinkedIn   September 21, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University’s Black Resource Center was named in memory of entrepreneurs Gus & Emma Thompson Monday, after a $5 million gift from brothers Ron and Lloyd Dong, Jr. and their spouses, Janice and Girina.    A tribute to Emma and Gus Thompson, brothers Ron

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SDSU GUS AND EMMA THOMPSON BLACK RESOURCE CENTER RIBBON-CUTTING

By Jonathan Goetz   Photo courtesy: LinkedIn   September 21, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University’s Black Resource Center was named in memory of entrepreneurs Gus & Emma Thompson Monday, after a $5 million gift from brothers Ron and Lloyd Dong, Jr. and their spouses, Janice and Girina.    A tribute to Emma and Gus Thompson, brothers Ron

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RAMONA SCHOOL THREAT UNFOUNDED, SHERIFF SAYS

East County News Service September 13, 2024 (Ramona) –Yesterday morning before 9 a.m., the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation was notified by Olive Pierce Middle School about a threat of a possible school shooting. After an investigation, authorities have concluded the threat was unfounded. Deputies arrived at the school within minutes. For the safety of students and staff, school administrators made the

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RAMONA SCHOOL THREAT UNFOUNDED, SHERIFF SAYS

East County News Service September 13, 2024 (Ramona) –Yesterday morning before 9 a.m., the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation was notified by Olive Pierce Middle School about a threat of a possible school shooting. After an investigation, authorities have concluded the threat was unfounded. Deputies arrived at the school within minutes. For the safety of students and staff, school administrators made the

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RAMONA SCHOOL THREAT UNFOUNDED, SHERIFF SAYS

East County News Service September 13, 2024 (Ramona) –Yesterday morning before 9 a.m., the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation was notified by Olive Pierce Middle School about a threat of a possible school shooting. After an investigation, authorities have concluded the threat was unfounded. Deputies arrived at the school within minutes. For the safety of students and staff, school administrators made the

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RAMONA SCHOOL THREAT UNFOUNDED, SHERIFF SAYS

East County News Service September 13, 2024 (Ramona) –Yesterday morning before 9 a.m., the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation was notified by Olive Pierce Middle School about a threat of a possible school shooting. After an investigation, authorities have concluded the threat was unfounded. Deputies arrived at the school within minutes. For the safety of students and staff, school administrators made the

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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

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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

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CUYAMACA COLLEGE HOSTS ITS FIRST SUSTAINABLE URBAN LANDSCAPE CONFERENCE

2-day event to be followed by plant fair open to the public March 10, 2009 (El Cajon)–Cuyamaca College is hosting a conference featuring leading landscape professionals and bus tours of eco-friendly sites Thursday and Friday, March 12 and 13, a precursor to it becoming among the first community colleges in the nation to offer a degree in sustainable urban landscaping.

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GROSSMONT COLLEGE SEEKS ALUMNI TO HONOR IN WALK OF FAME

March 4, 2009 (El Cajon)—The Grossmont College Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises funds for educational programs benefiting students at Grossmont College in El Cajon, is seeking nominations for its 2009 Walk of Fame Alumni Award. The Walk of Fame, located on campus in the Main Quad area, is a display of several bronze plaques embedded in concrete that feature

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COLLEGE DISTRICT BIDS FAREWELL TO CHANCELOR

Dr. Omero Suarez’ 11-year legacy transformed district March 2, 2009 (EL CAJON)–After more than a decade at the helm of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, Dr. Omero Suarez turned off the lights in his office a final time Friday, ready to embark on a new chapter in his life. He will be replaced by Dr. Cindy Miles, who begins her

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COLLEGE DISTRICT BIDS FAREWELL TO CHANCELOR

Dr. Omero Suarez: 11-year legacy transformed district March 2, 2009 (EL CAJON)–After more than a decade at the helm of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, Dr. Omero Suarez turned off the lights in his office a final time Friday, ready to embark on a new chapter in his life. He will be replaced by Dr. Cindy Miles, who begins her

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NEED A JOB?  FREE JOB SEARCH MEETING MARCH 12 AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE

March 1, 2009 (El Cajon) — The Grossmont College Career Center will host "Systematic Job Search," a free informational meeting on identifying unadvertised jobs and making career connections, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, at the Career Center, Room 627, on the college campus. The public is invited to attend. For more information or to reserve

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GROSSMONT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT WRAPS UP CLASSROOM MODERNIZATION PROJECTS, BREAKS GROUND ON EIGHT NEW SCIENCE BUILDINGS

Milestones Mark Completion of Phase 2B, Start of Phase 3A for $274 million Prop H School Bond Program Valhalla High School Principal Mary Beth Kstan takes the ceremonial shovel turn, joined by Valhalla science teachers, a student and District staff in a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 12 for the school’s new two-story science building, which will house 12 science clasrooms

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STUDENT NOMINEES SOUGHT BY ASSEMBLYMAN ANDERSON FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

March 1, 2009 (San Diego’s East County)–Assemblyman Joel Anderson seeks student nominations for his “Outstanding Achievement Award” program, available to students in all schools in the 77th Assembly District. “It is important for all of us to recognize those students who strive for excellence in everything they do. Rewarding the great work of East County students is perhaps the greatest

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EL CAJON SEEKS YOUTH OF THE YEAR NOMINEES

February 27, 2009 (El Cajon)–The City of El Cajon Teen Coalition presents a “Youth of the Year” Award to recognize those who go above and beyond in serving their community either through their leadership abilities and/or their quality or level of community service in El Cajon. Leadership can be defined as those individuals who consistently facilitate a team vision and

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GOSPEL FESTIVAL FRIDAY FEB. 27 AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE

As part of its Black History Month celebration, Grossmont College will present a free Gospel Festival, featuring five local gospel choirs and one dance troupe, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, in Room #220 on the college campus. The public is invited to attend. Parking is free. Performing artists will include the House of Metamorphosis Choir, Martin Luther

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WOW- IT’S A POW-WOW! SAT. FEB. 28 AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE

February 23, 2009 (El Cajon)–The 21st annual Grossmont College Pow-Wow, a celebration of American Indian culture, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the college’s Student Center. Admission is free. The day-long event, which begins at noon with gourd dancing and giveaways, features American Indian dancers and drummers. Vendors will sell American Indian cuisine, clothing, art and jewelry. The

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