East County Magazine
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ANIMAL SERVICES LAUNCHES OPERATION DOUBLE RESCUE
By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office Photo: Enzo, our campaign poster dog, is available for adoption at the County’s Carlsbad animal shelter May 23, 2023 (San Diego) – Sometimes someone rescues an animal and later realizes the animal rescued them right back. In a salute to military members, veterans and their families, the County Department of Animal Services
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS MAY 25-JUNE 30
East County News Service May 22, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – Concerts, comedy, a Flag Day parade, a musical play, food festivals, a pride walk, and a library fundraiser are all coming up in San Diego’s inland region during late May and June. Scroll down for full details on these and more festive events coming up. CONCERT TO BENEFT
SALON OWNER GIVES BACK TO HELP OTHERS AT HAIRCUTS FOR HOMELESS EVENT
By Shiloh Ireland May 21, 2023 (Lakeside) – Ginger Rich, owner of Reflections Salon and Day Spa in Lakeside was once homeless in San Diego. Because of those who believed in her, she is now a successful businesses woman owning the salon for over seven years. Each year, she’s held Haircuts for the Homeless, an outreach event to help those
OVER 160 POT-BELLIED PIGS RESCUED IN EAST COUNTY
Story and photos by Shiloh Ireland Photo,left: Several of the rescued pigs May 21, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – Over 160 pot-bellied pigs, many with medical needs, have been rescued from an owner in the Blossom Valley community in unincorporated El Cajon. As of May 19, the pigs were being cared for in two secure locations that asked that
WALKING IN CONFIDENCE: A POSITIVE CHOICE AIDS HOMELESS WITH SHOE AND SOCK DRIVE
Source:A Positive Choice May 21, 2023 (San Diego) — A Positive Choice Resource & Referral Services LLC is hosting a Walking in Confidence Shoe and Sock Drive in collaboration with Serene Health, We Support U and Monarch School to donate as many shoes and socks in all sizes to the homeless community. New shoes and socks will be accepted until
LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE UNFURLS JUNE 3
East County News Service May 20, 2023 (La Mesa) – You’re invited to join the City of La Mesa in saluting “Old Glory” during the city’s annual Flag Day Parade. The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the intersection of Memorial Drive, University Ave. and La Mesa Blvd., then heads west through the La Mesa village to Acacia Ave. The
SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK WELCOMES MALE LION
Source: San Diego Zoo Safari Park Photos:Ken Bohr, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance May 20, 2023 (Escondido) — The San Diego Zoo Safari Park has welcomed a new lion to the pride: Bo, a 7-year-old male African lion. On May 17, Bo curiously explored his new home at the Lion Camp habitat, showing confidence as he became comfortable in his
SANTEE PRIDE WALK STEPS OUT ON JUNE 10
East County News Service May 18, 2023 (Santee) — The Santee United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Pride Walk on June 10 supporting the LGBTQ+ community, diversity and inclusion in Santee. The walk will start with a brief kick-off rally from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the church at 8964 Magnolia Ave., just north of Mission Gorge Rd. Parking is available at the church and on the surrounding streets. Carpooling is suggested. Speakers include:
LIVES IN DANGER: REPORT PROMPTS HUMANITARIAN GROUP TO FILE FEDERAL COMPLAINT ACCUSING BORDER PATROL OF ENDANGERING MIGRANTS IN JACUMBA
By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: Lilian Serrano, Director, Southern Border Communities Coalition May 18, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs) —the U.S. Immigration Policy Center (USIPC) at the University of California, San Diego, issued a blistering report accusing Border Patrol of endangering migrants’ lives by depriving them of food, water, shelter, medical care and other necessities. The damning report is titled Lives
MARTHA AND JOHN KING ENTER WOMEN IN AVIATION INTERNATIONAL PIONEER HALL OF FAME
East County News Service May 17, 2023 (San Diego) — “I hang around with Martha.” That’s how John King introduces himself when he and Martha take the stage at public events. It proved to be true in a new sense in February, when the Kings were inducted together into Women in Aviation International’s Pioneer Hall of Fame earlier this month.
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ANIMAL SERVICES LAUNCHES OPERATION DOUBLE RESCUE
By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office Photo: Enzo, our campaign poster dog, is available for adoption at the County’s Carlsbad animal shelter May 23, 2023 (San Diego)
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS MAY 25-JUNE 30
East County News Service May 22, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – Concerts, comedy, a Flag Day parade, a musical play, food festivals, a pride walk, and a library fundraiser
SALON OWNER GIVES BACK TO HELP OTHERS AT HAIRCUTS FOR HOMELESS EVENT
By Shiloh Ireland May 21, 2023 (Lakeside) – Ginger Rich, owner of Reflections Salon and Day Spa in Lakeside was once homeless in San Diego. Because of those who believed
OVER 160 POT-BELLIED PIGS RESCUED IN EAST COUNTY
Story and photos by Shiloh Ireland Photo,left: Several of the rescued pigs May 21, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) – Over 160 pot-bellied pigs, many with medical needs, have been
WALKING IN CONFIDENCE: A POSITIVE CHOICE AIDS HOMELESS WITH SHOE AND SOCK DRIVE
Source:A Positive Choice May 21, 2023 (San Diego) — A Positive Choice Resource & Referral Services LLC is hosting a Walking in Confidence Shoe and Sock Drive in collaboration with
LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE UNFURLS JUNE 3
East County News Service May 20, 2023 (La Mesa) – You’re invited to join the City of La Mesa in saluting “Old Glory” during the city’s annual Flag Day Parade.
SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK WELCOMES MALE LION
Source: San Diego Zoo Safari Park Photos:Ken Bohr, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance May 20, 2023 (Escondido) — The San Diego Zoo Safari Park has welcomed a new lion to
SANTEE PRIDE WALK STEPS OUT ON JUNE 10
East County News Service May 18, 2023 (Santee) — The Santee United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Pride Walk on June 10 supporting the LGBTQ+ community, diversity and inclusion in Santee. The walk will start
LIVES IN DANGER: REPORT PROMPTS HUMANITARIAN GROUP TO FILE FEDERAL COMPLAINT ACCUSING BORDER PATROL OF ENDANGERING MIGRANTS IN JACUMBA
By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: Lilian Serrano, Director, Southern Border Communities Coalition May 18, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs) —the U.S. Immigration Policy Center (USIPC) at the University of California, San
MARTHA AND JOHN KING ENTER WOMEN IN AVIATION INTERNATIONAL PIONEER HALL OF FAME
East County News Service May 17, 2023 (San Diego) — “I hang around with Martha.” That’s how John King introduces himself when he and Martha take the stage at public
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