
East County Magazine

COUNTY ARCHIVE READING ROOM IN SANTEE DEDICATED TO LEGACY OF ERNEST J. DRONENBURG, JR.
By Shiloh Ireland Photo, left: Former San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/Clerk Ernest J. Dronenberg cuts ribbon to dedicate the Archive Reading Room in Santee October 25, 2023 (Santee) – A ceremony was held today at the San Diego County Assessor/Recorder’s office in Santee, where Assessor/Recorder/Clerk Jordan Marks dedicated the Archive Reading Room to his predecessor, Ernest J. Dronenberg, Jr. The event

POWAY RODEO ROPES IN LARGE CROWD FOR 50TH.ANNIVERSARY
By Shiloh Ireland October 12, 2023 (Poway) — On September 23-24; Poway held its annual rodeo and celebrated the 50th Anniversary of this action- packed event. Rodeo Chairman Murray Bankhead, the rodeo’s board and many volunteers made this event a success with a large turnout, talented performers, and a family-friendly environment. ECM found smiling faces, helpful volunteers and vendors

TAKE A RIDE ON THE OLD SPANISH TRAIL IN EARLY NOVEMBER AND RELIVE OUR RICH HISTORY IN EAST COUNTY
By: Jessyka Heredia WATCH FULL VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/uheUnysqWtM?si=irgfHh5_9CbH7_6N October 24, 2023 (El Cajon) — Most, if not all of us have travelled down Interstate 8 countless times, but you have likely passed up a lot of history that dates back more than 100 years while getting to your destination. The Old Spanish Trail Centennial Celebration Association (OTS100) is in town

CHUCK E. CHEESE HOSTS A SENSORY SENSITIVE HALLOWEEN OCT. 29
East County News Service October 27, 2023 (Santee) — The new Chuck E. Cheese restaurant in Santee, which opened at Town Center earlier this month, is holding a Sensory Sensitive Halloween geared to children with autism and sensory needs on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The Texas-based restaurant chain that took over the former Hometown

ECM WINS PRESS CLUB AWARDS FOR COVERAGE OF IMMIGRANTS AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING
By Miriam Raftery October 27, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – East County Magazine journalists Rebecca Person and Miriam Raftery picked up awards in San Diego Press Club’s Excellence in Journalism Competition earlier this month. ECM has won 146 major journalism awards since its inception 15 years ago. Rebecca Person received third place in the breaking news category for her

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE TO HOST RENOWNED RABBI, AUTHOR SHARON BROUS
Annual signature luncheon to feature conversation on human connection East County News Service October 25, 2023 (San Diego) – Jewish Family Service of San Diego (JFS) is hosting its annual signature luncheon at 12 p.m. on Thursday, November 2 with nationally renowned Rabbi and author Sharon Brous for a discussion on human connection. Held at the Hilton La Jolla at Torrey

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN AT THE GARDEN OCT. 26
East County News Service October 20, 2023 (El Cajon) — Enjoy a healthy Halloween and free admission to The Water Conservation Garden on Thursday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. courtesy of the Grossmont Healthcare District. Drop by any time to enjoy some time in The Garden, join in free activities that are scheduled throughout the day, or just

STATE DEPT. ISSUES WORLDWIDE TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR AMERICANS
East County News Service October 19, 2023 (Washington D.C.) – Today, the US State Department issued a worldwide travel advisory. “Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.” The State Department advises
CITY OF LA MESA HOSTS COMMUNITY DISASTER PLANNING SEMINAR
CITY OF LA MESA HOSTS COMMUNITY DISASTER PLANNING SEMINAR October 19, 2023 (La Mesa) – In observance of National Preparedness Month, the City of La Mesa, in collaboration with the City’s Community Relations and Veterans Commission, Heartland Fire & Rescue, and the County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services, will host the upcoming Livable La Mesa Community Conversation. This event

DEFIANT DREAMS: THE JOURNEY OF AN AFGHAN GIRL WHO RISKED EVERYTHING FOR EDUCATION
By Sola Mahfouz and Malaina Kapoor Reviewed by Pennell Paugh October 18,2023 (San Diego) — Sola Mahfouz, who now lives in the U.S., recounts her life story to Malaina Kapoor, a writer and producer of the nationally syndicated public affairs radio program, In Deep. The city of Kandahar, where Mahfouz’s family lived, became the site for battles

COUNTY ARCHIVE READING ROOM IN SANTEE DEDICATED TO LEGACY OF ERNEST J. DRONENBURG, JR.
By Shiloh Ireland Photo, left: Former San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/Clerk Ernest J. Dronenberg cuts ribbon to dedicate the Archive Reading Room in Santee October 25, 2023 (Santee) – A ceremony

POWAY RODEO ROPES IN LARGE CROWD FOR 50TH.ANNIVERSARY
By Shiloh Ireland October 12, 2023 (Poway) — On September 23-24; Poway held its annual rodeo and celebrated the 50th Anniversary of this action- packed event. Rodeo Chairman Murray

TAKE A RIDE ON THE OLD SPANISH TRAIL IN EARLY NOVEMBER AND RELIVE OUR RICH HISTORY IN EAST COUNTY
By: Jessyka Heredia WATCH FULL VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/uheUnysqWtM?si=irgfHh5_9CbH7_6N October 24, 2023 (El Cajon) — Most, if not all of us have travelled down Interstate 8 countless times, but you have

CHUCK E. CHEESE HOSTS A SENSORY SENSITIVE HALLOWEEN OCT. 29
East County News Service October 27, 2023 (Santee) — The new Chuck E. Cheese restaurant in Santee, which opened at Town Center earlier this month, is holding a Sensory

ECM WINS PRESS CLUB AWARDS FOR COVERAGE OF IMMIGRANTS AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING
By Miriam Raftery October 27, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – East County Magazine journalists Rebecca Person and Miriam Raftery picked up awards in San Diego Press Club’s Excellence in

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE TO HOST RENOWNED RABBI, AUTHOR SHARON BROUS
Annual signature luncheon to feature conversation on human connection East County News Service October 25, 2023 (San Diego) – Jewish Family Service of San Diego (JFS) is hosting its annual signature

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN AT THE GARDEN OCT. 26
East County News Service October 20, 2023 (El Cajon) — Enjoy a healthy Halloween and free admission to The Water Conservation Garden on Thursday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 6

STATE DEPT. ISSUES WORLDWIDE TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR AMERICANS
East County News Service October 19, 2023 (Washington D.C.) – Today, the US State Department issued a worldwide travel advisory. “Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world,
CITY OF LA MESA HOSTS COMMUNITY DISASTER PLANNING SEMINAR
CITY OF LA MESA HOSTS COMMUNITY DISASTER PLANNING SEMINAR October 19, 2023 (La Mesa) – In observance of National Preparedness Month, the City of La Mesa, in collaboration with the City’s

DEFIANT DREAMS: THE JOURNEY OF AN AFGHAN GIRL WHO RISKED EVERYTHING FOR EDUCATION
By Sola Mahfouz and Malaina Kapoor Reviewed by Pennell Paugh October 18,2023 (San Diego) — Sola Mahfouz, who now lives in the U.S., recounts her life story