
East County Magazine

CALIFORNIA SENATORS FIGHT TO STOP CHILDREN FROM BEING TAKEN FROM PARENTS AT BORDER
By Miriam Raftery Photo via Twitter June 4, 2018 (San Diego) – Outrage is growing over revelations that the Trump administration has dramatically expanded the number of children being forcibly separated from their parents at the international border. On Friday, dozens o f protests were held in cities across the nation, NPR reports. The hashtag #familiesbelongtogether is trending on

POWAY ONSTAGE ANNOUNCES THE 2018/2019 PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE SERIES
By Miriam Raftery June 3, 2018 (Poway) — “Country crooners, ‘80s hitmakers and man’s best friend are among the headlining talent Poway OnStage have lined-up for their 2018/19 Professional Performance Series at the Poway Performing Arts Center. This season, we are delighted to welcome old friends and new talents to the Poway stage,” says Poway OnStage President and CEO

PAGEANT WINNER ORGANIZES DRIVES FOR STUDENTS TO SUPPORT MILITARY AND TEDDY BEARS TO COMFORT CHILDREN OF DEPLOYED SOLDIERS
East County News Service June 3, 2018 (San Diego’s East County) – El Cajon resident Kristin Cohn, who attended Valhalla High School, was recently crowned Mrs. San Diego Woman of Achievement 2018. Her platform is titled One Nation one heart. A few months ago, she had noticed a video that was circulating via the Internet and showed a little

STARRY NIGHT INN: A WINERY VACATION IN RAMONA
Backcountry hidden pleasures: Our guide to unique lodging adventures in San Diego’s beautiful backcountry By Liz Orient May 31, 2018 (Ramona) — “We live a good life and people tend to pick up on that when they stay here,” says Arline Bartick, co-owner of Starry Night Inn. Upon arrival at Don and Arline Bartick’s charming bed and breakfast,

PARKS AFTER DARK SUMMER ADVENTURES
County News Service June 2, 2018 (San Diego’s East County) — This June, wait out those warmer temperatures for the cool breezes the evening brings. We’ve planned star parties, evening hikes and educational programs the whole family will enjoy – at or after sunset! Inclement weather may cancel; contact the parks by clicking on the links below. Saturday, June 2 (8
PLANTING TREES FOR THE FUTURE
By Suzanne Bartole, County of San Diego Communications Office June 2, 2018 (San Diego) – A park isn’t a park without some shady trees! And after seven years of drought in San Diego County, trees in county parks have weakened and pests are causing them to die. We’re doing what we can to protect trees and be forward

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 49TH ANNUAL DESCANSO DAYS PARADE AND FAIR JULY 7
By Colleen Ince June 1, 2018 (Descanso) – You don’t want to miss the 49th Annual Descanso Days Parade and Fair on Saturday, July 7th. The parade starts at 10:00 am but be sure to get your spot early. The road closes at 9:30 a.m. and the fair will begin following the parade. There is no admission fee. This

ALPINE’S QUEEN BEE LUNCH JUNE 23 WILL “BEE” A SPECIAL PARTY
Source: Alpine Mountain Empire Chamber of Commerce June 1, 2018 (Alpine) — Alpine will celebrate its wonderful honey history at the 2nd Annual Queen Bee Brunch on Saturday, June 23. Complete with a fashion show, exclusive vendors and mimosas, the brunch is presented by the Alpine Mountain Empire Chamber of Commerce and the Alpine Community Center. The fund raiser

THE CITY OF EL CAJON TO HOST THE GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW EL CAJON ANIMAL SHELTER JUNE 2
Source: City of El Cajon June 1, 2018 (El Cajon) – The City of El Cajon proudly invites the community to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new El Cajon Animal Shelter on Saturday, June 2, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The $10 million state-of-the-art facility was funded by Proposition O, a voter-approved temporary sales tax used to

LEMON GROVE NATIVE SERVES WITH NAVY STRIKE FIGHTER SQUADRON
By Kayla Turnbow, Navy Office of Community Outreach Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Miller May 31, 2018 (Lemoore, Calif.) – A 2003 Mount Miguel High School graduate and Lemon Grove, California, native is currently serving with a U.S. Navy strike fighter squadron which flies one of the world’s most advanced warplanes. Petty Officer 2nd Class Kim

CALIFORNIA SENATORS FIGHT TO STOP CHILDREN FROM BEING TAKEN FROM PARENTS AT BORDER
By Miriam Raftery Photo via Twitter June 4, 2018 (San Diego) – Outrage is growing over revelations that the Trump administration has dramatically expanded the number of children being

POWAY ONSTAGE ANNOUNCES THE 2018/2019 PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE SERIES
By Miriam Raftery June 3, 2018 (Poway) — “Country crooners, ‘80s hitmakers and man’s best friend are among the headlining talent Poway OnStage have lined-up for their 2018/19 Professional

PAGEANT WINNER ORGANIZES DRIVES FOR STUDENTS TO SUPPORT MILITARY AND TEDDY BEARS TO COMFORT CHILDREN OF DEPLOYED SOLDIERS
East County News Service June 3, 2018 (San Diego’s East County) – El Cajon resident Kristin Cohn, who attended Valhalla High School, was recently crowned Mrs. San Diego Woman

STARRY NIGHT INN: A WINERY VACATION IN RAMONA
Backcountry hidden pleasures: Our guide to unique lodging adventures in San Diego’s beautiful backcountry By Liz Orient May 31, 2018 (Ramona) — “We live a good life and

PARKS AFTER DARK SUMMER ADVENTURES
County News Service June 2, 2018 (San Diego’s East County) — This June, wait out those warmer temperatures for the cool breezes the evening brings. We’ve planned star parties,
PLANTING TREES FOR THE FUTURE
By Suzanne Bartole, County of San Diego Communications Office June 2, 2018 (San Diego) – A park isn’t a park without some shady trees! And after seven years

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 49TH ANNUAL DESCANSO DAYS PARADE AND FAIR JULY 7
By Colleen Ince June 1, 2018 (Descanso) – You don’t want to miss the 49th Annual Descanso Days Parade and Fair on Saturday, July 7th. The parade starts at

ALPINE’S QUEEN BEE LUNCH JUNE 23 WILL “BEE” A SPECIAL PARTY
Source: Alpine Mountain Empire Chamber of Commerce June 1, 2018 (Alpine) — Alpine will celebrate its wonderful honey history at the 2nd Annual Queen Bee Brunch on Saturday, June

THE CITY OF EL CAJON TO HOST THE GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW EL CAJON ANIMAL SHELTER JUNE 2
Source: City of El Cajon June 1, 2018 (El Cajon) – The City of El Cajon proudly invites the community to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new El

LEMON GROVE NATIVE SERVES WITH NAVY STRIKE FIGHTER SQUADRON
By Kayla Turnbow, Navy Office of Community Outreach Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Miller May 31, 2018 (Lemoore, Calif.) – A 2003 Mount Miguel High School