Award-winning nonprofit media in the public interest, serving San Diego's inland region

Award-winning nonprofit media in the public interest, serving San Diego's inland region

Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.

Notes On Air – Tracy Lee Nelson

By Richard Noel Notes On Air is a monthly music column highlighting local artists, events, and other music-related news.  In this month’s column, we talk with Tracy Lee Nelson, accomplished blues musician who is also tribal chairman of the La Jolla Indian Reservation in Pauma Valley.  Nelson’s music places an emphasis on his heritage, bringing a Native American perspective to

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East County Magazine’s Guide to Fresh, Local Foods

By Miriam Raftery September 30, 2008 (San Diego’s East County) — Growing concerns over food safety, environmental issues, health and desire to support our local economy have given rise to a new trend: consumers seeking out locally-grown and produced foods.   Sales of locally grown foods increased 25% in 2007 from $4 billion to $5 billion – and could hit

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New Border Patrol Facility Opens

By Miriam Raftery New Campo Border Patrol facility (photo credit: Leon Thompson) Public reactions varied to a new Border Patrol/Homeland Security facility in East County varied sharply. One local conservative blogger thought it was a casino under construction, adding that it resembled “a palace.” But an immigrant rights supporter observed, “It looks like a prison.” Beauty, it appears, is in

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Green Beat – Green Citizenship: First Step to a Sustainable World

By Chuck Brands OK, I’m ticked off.  This is going to be a bit of a rant that will touch on hot-button issues facing all of us.   Just in case that prospect deters you from reading the rest, I’ll share this month’s green treat with you up front.  Wanna be a “green” know-it-all?  Visit www.green.alltop.com daily for the single best

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Music Review – On an Island

Breezin’ to the music of Charlie Imes By Libby Belle San Diego singer/songwriter Charlie Imes has captured the easy, breezy spirit of laid-back Southern California living on his new CD, On An Island.  Imes and the Hodad Surf Club Band will perform at BonitaFest, a street festival in Bonita, on September 27th (see our calendar section for details).  He also

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Artist Profile – The Unconventional Phebe Burnham

By Jackie Hanson  “There’s a colorful character,” you might say to yourself upon seeing Phebe Burnham laughing and chatting at a local art event.  If you guessed that she was one of the artists (or the artist, as is often the case) you’d be correct.  Phebe Burnham is not only a source of local color, she is an acclaimed artist,

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“Delana’s Dirty Pizza” Wins Charity Cook-Off at New Sammy’s in La Mesa

If you’re a fan of Sammy’s Wood-fired Pizza,  check out "Delana’s Dirty Pizza" featured on the menu through mid-September.  The creation concocted by Delana Bennett of Star 94.1 radio’s  “Jeff and Jer Showgram”  was judged the winner during a charity cook-off held August 13th to kick off the grand opening of Sammy’s newest location in the La Mesa Trolley Center

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The Will Power Report – Solar Roofs

Nothing but the Truth! By Will Power The real unemployment rate in the U.S. is over 7%. Many people have stopped looking for jobs. Particularly hard hit is the construction business, due to the mortgage meltdown. The thin-film solar panel business needs a government subsidy and tax breaks for homeowners who install prefab solar panels.  The new laser-deposited thin-film technology

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Notes On Air – Tracy Lee Nelson

By Richard Noel Notes On Air is a monthly music column highlighting local artists, events, and other music-related news.  In this month’s column, we talk with Tracy Lee Nelson, accomplished

New Border Patrol Facility Opens

By Miriam Raftery New Campo Border Patrol facility (photo credit: Leon Thompson) Public reactions varied to a new Border Patrol/Homeland Security facility in East County varied sharply. One local conservative

Music Review – On an Island

Breezin’ to the music of Charlie Imes By Libby Belle San Diego singer/songwriter Charlie Imes has captured the easy, breezy spirit of laid-back Southern California living on his new CD,

The Will Power Report – Solar Roofs

Nothing but the Truth! By Will Power The real unemployment rate in the U.S. is over 7%. Many people have stopped looking for jobs. Particularly hard hit is the construction

Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.

Our Guide to Live Entertainment venues