East County Magazine
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REP. ISSA SEEKS TO MODERNIZE PASSPORT PROCESS TO END BACKLOGS FOR U.S. TRAVELERS
By Chris Jennewein, Times of San Diego, a member of the San DIego Online News Association Photo: a U.S. passport. Photo via Pixabay December 26, 2023 (Washington, D.C.) – Legislation by Rep. Darrell Issa to modernize the U.S. passport system and eliminate backlogs is moving forward in Congress. Issa’s Passport System Reform and Backlog Prevention Act won unanimous approval in the House Foreign
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: RESCUED PUPPIES IN RAMONA
East County News Service Photos courtesy of CalFire San Diego December 20, 2023 (Ramona)—The crew from Cal Fire’s Station 80 rescued nearly 20 animals from a barn fire in Ramona earlier this week, including these adorable puppies. Unfortunately, one animal perished in the fire on Ramona Real. Printer-friendly version
RAISING THE CHALDEAN HOLY CROSS MONUMENT IN JAMUL, THE LARGEST CROSS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Story by Henri Migala Photos by Henri Migala and Vince Kattoula December 18, 2023 (Jamul) — The largest cross in San Diego County was raised atop Rancho San Diego Hill, on 80 acres of private land, in Jamul on Friday, December 15. The 36’ tall Chaldean cross, made possible by Samad (“Sam”) and Evone Attisha and their family, will serve
PINE VALLEY POST OFFICE DELIVERS A HAPPY HOLIDAY MESSAGE TO ITS CUSTOMERS
By Rebecca Person December 18, 2023 (Pine Valley) — Postmaster Jessie Hoffman delights in seeing the Pine Valley branch of the U.S. Postal Service office decorated to fit the spirit of the holiday season. This year, volunteers lent a hand. “It was such a nice addition to have the community helping this year to have the town decorated.” she exclaims.
LEMON GROVE TOY DRIVE STILL ACCEPTING DONATIONS
By: Jessyka Heredia December 15, 2023 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Toy Drive is on its fourth year of providing free toys to Lemon Grove kids. Kids Fashion Week Network’s (KFWN) annual Toy Drive and Giveaway has become a staple in the community of Lemon Grove. Last year over 700 toys were collected at local businesses throughout Lemon
COUNTY SUPERVISORS APPROVE $3 MILLION FOR MIGRANT SERVICES – BUT TOWNS CLOSEST TO BORDER BREECHES NOT ALLOCATED FUNDS
By Rebecca Person December 13, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs, CA) — Local volunteers in isolated East county border towns Jacumba and Boulevard are seeking support for humanitarian aid for migrants via a new crowd-funding campaign. Volunteers set up this fundraising account in the face of a lack of support by government entities such as Border Patrol and the
THOUSANDS TURN OUT FOR LAKESIDE’S SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS ON MAINE
By Shiloh Ireland December 12, 2023 (Lakeside)– Thousands of merrymakers attended Lakeside’s Spirit of Christmas on Maine event December 2. The event along Maine Avenue featured vendors, local merchant displays, food trucks, dance and vocals from local middle schools, community information booths, animals, local dignitaries, a band, classic car show, Lakeside Rodeo And Bulls Only Queens, Lakeside pre-teen and teen
LEMON GROVE IMPROVEMENT COUNCIL RECEIVES 100 SLEEPING BAG COATS FROM THE LUCKY DUCK FOUNDATION
By: Jessyka Heredia December 12, 2023 (Lemon Grove)—Back in October, founding member of the Lemon Grove Improvement Council (LGIC) Teresa Rosiak received 100 sleeping bags that convert into warm coats for the unsheltered. Rosiak has already distributed over 75 of them directly to the homeless in Lemon Grove during her group’s weekly volunteer outreach. Rosiak is not afraid to
RALLY FOR LIGHT COMMEMORATES CHANUKAH AND SOLIDARITY WITH ISRAEL
By Shiloh Ireland On Thursday, December 7th; several hundred people participated in an enchanting Rally for Light: event in solidarity with Israel, organized by Chabad House at San Diego State University. At the event, one of the largest menorahs in the United States was unveiled, replacing a menorah that was previously vandalized. According to a press release from organizers,”
COUNTY LAUNCHES COMMUNITY-DRIVEN INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS INEQUITY
By County News Center, County of San Diego Communications Office December 11, 2023 (San Diego) – The County’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice (OERJ) has launched a new initiative that will invest $2 million over two years into community-driven initiatives that address inequity. The Equity Impact Grant (EIG) program will provide small, local organizations with general operating funds, tailored
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REP. ISSA SEEKS TO MODERNIZE PASSPORT PROCESS TO END BACKLOGS FOR U.S. TRAVELERS
By Chris Jennewein, Times of San Diego, a member of the San DIego Online News Association Photo: a U.S. passport. Photo via Pixabay December 26, 2023 (Washington, D.C.) – Legislation by Rep. Darrell
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: RESCUED PUPPIES IN RAMONA
East County News Service Photos courtesy of CalFire San Diego December 20, 2023 (Ramona)—The crew from Cal Fire’s Station 80 rescued nearly 20 animals from a barn fire in Ramona
RAISING THE CHALDEAN HOLY CROSS MONUMENT IN JAMUL, THE LARGEST CROSS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Story by Henri Migala Photos by Henri Migala and Vince Kattoula December 18, 2023 (Jamul) — The largest cross in San Diego County was raised atop Rancho San Diego Hill,
PINE VALLEY POST OFFICE DELIVERS A HAPPY HOLIDAY MESSAGE TO ITS CUSTOMERS
By Rebecca Person December 18, 2023 (Pine Valley) — Postmaster Jessie Hoffman delights in seeing the Pine Valley branch of the U.S. Postal Service office decorated to fit the spirit
LEMON GROVE TOY DRIVE STILL ACCEPTING DONATIONS
By: Jessyka Heredia December 15, 2023 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Toy Drive is on its fourth year of providing free toys to Lemon Grove kids. Kids Fashion
COUNTY SUPERVISORS APPROVE $3 MILLION FOR MIGRANT SERVICES – BUT TOWNS CLOSEST TO BORDER BREECHES NOT ALLOCATED FUNDS
By Rebecca Person December 13, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs, CA) — Local volunteers in isolated East county border towns Jacumba and Boulevard are seeking support for humanitarian aid
THOUSANDS TURN OUT FOR LAKESIDE’S SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS ON MAINE
By Shiloh Ireland December 12, 2023 (Lakeside)– Thousands of merrymakers attended Lakeside’s Spirit of Christmas on Maine event December 2. The event along Maine Avenue featured vendors, local merchant displays,
LEMON GROVE IMPROVEMENT COUNCIL RECEIVES 100 SLEEPING BAG COATS FROM THE LUCKY DUCK FOUNDATION
By: Jessyka Heredia December 12, 2023 (Lemon Grove)—Back in October, founding member of the Lemon Grove Improvement Council (LGIC) Teresa Rosiak received 100 sleeping bags that convert into warm
RALLY FOR LIGHT COMMEMORATES CHANUKAH AND SOLIDARITY WITH ISRAEL
By Shiloh Ireland On Thursday, December 7th; several hundred people participated in an enchanting Rally for Light: event in solidarity with Israel, organized by Chabad House at San Diego
COUNTY LAUNCHES COMMUNITY-DRIVEN INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS INEQUITY
By County News Center, County of San Diego Communications Office December 11, 2023 (San Diego) – The County’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice (OERJ) has launched a new initiative
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