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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: FLIGHT OF THE SUNBIRD
February 7, 2012 (Lakeside) — No, it’s not an insect or an invader from outer space. It’s an up-close view of the Erickson air crane "Sunbird" erecting the Sunrise Powerlink in Lakeside’s Wildcat Canyon/El Monte Valley area. Billy Ortiz snapped this head-on closeup image of the massive helicopter, which is capable of hoisting heavy loads including transmission towers. Printer-friendly version
DOLLAR-WISE DIVA: 10 TIPS FOR A MORE ROMANTIC AND LESS EXPENSIVE VALENTINE’S DAY
By Nancy Clement February 10, 2012 (La Mesa) – Valentine’s Day is almost here–and there is still some time to plan a special celebration for you and your sweetheart. What if you have more love than money? Here are some ideas that do not require a lot of expense, just some planning on your part. 1. Write a
JIMMY BUFFETT AND THE CORAL REEFER BAND MARCH 10
Welcome to Fin Land Tour 2012; Tickets on sale Feb. 11 February 7, 2012 (San Diego) — Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band will perform at Viejas Arena for one night only on Saturday, March 10 at 8 p.m., as part of Jimmy Buffett’s “Welcome to Fin Land” Tour 2012. John Kolek, the General Manager, said,
VALENTINE’S PARTY AT HILLSIDE RECREATION CENTER FEB. 13
February 6, 2012 (El Cajon) — Hillside Recreation Center invites children ages 5-12 years old to a Valentine’s celebration with a variety of fun and exciting Valentine-themed games, arts & crafts, creating edible goodies and much more. The party will be held on Monday, February 13, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. and costs $10.00 per child. Sign-ups have already
SERENADE YOUR SWEETHEART WITH A SINGING VALENTINE
February 5, 2012 (El Cajon) — The trio called A Packalips Now is offering a special package for you and your someone special. For $60.00 at your selected time and place; they will sing two love songs, provide a flower, and leave a card for Valentine’s Day. The trio has years of experience performing on the local music
THERE’S SOMETHING FISHY AT THE BORREGO SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
February 7, 2012 (Borrego Springs) — The Borrego Springs Farmers Market now offers Fresh Fish. California Department of Fish and Game licensed and County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health permitted, come on out and get your fresh fish this Friday! Open Fridays from October-May from 8 a.m. – 12 noon at Christmas Circle in Borrego
RESTORING LAKE JACUMBA
By Howard Cook February 3, 2012 (Jacumba)–Jacumba is located in San Diego County on Old Highway 80 next to the Mexican border, Imperial County and south of Interstate 8. Native American Kumeyaay called it Ahkum, which translates to bubbling water. Indeed, Jacumba is blessed with a bubbling spring and wells producing both hot (101 degree) and cold waters. The
VALENTINE’S DAY RECIPES ONLINE
By Mayan Avitable February 4, 2012 (La Mesa ) — If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day recipes, there should be one or more to your liking on the Internet. Frankly, there are so many you might have a hard time deciding. Let’s start with Parent Map. There, you’ll find recipes like Red Velvet Whoopie Love, as seen in the
LOCAL CUB SCOUTS TEAM WITH SAN DIEGO AUDUBON AND TOGETHERGREEN FOR HABITAT RESTORATION AT MARINER’S POINT
February 4, 2012 (Rancho San Diego, Jamul) — Local Cub Scouts and their fathers volunteered on Saturday, January 28th to help maintain a nesting site for endangered California Least Terns at Mariner’s Point in Mission Bay. They spent three hours clearing the nesting site of invasive plants so the terns can use the site for nesting and rearing their
UNION BANK AND KPBS HONOR SEVENTEEN LOCAL HEROES FEBRUARY 8
2011 Cultural Diversity Partnership Culminates with Annual Local Heroes Awards Celebration February 8, 2012 (San Diego) — – As part of its ongoing commitment to cultural diversity and responsible banking, Union Bank, N.A., has partnered with KPBS to honor 17 local individuals who are making a difference to enrich the lives of others. The honorees were announced as part of the
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: FLIGHT OF THE SUNBIRD
February 7, 2012 (Lakeside) — No, it’s not an insect or an invader from outer space. It’s an up-close view of the Erickson air crane "Sunbird" erecting the Sunrise Powerlink in Lakeside’s
DOLLAR-WISE DIVA: 10 TIPS FOR A MORE ROMANTIC AND LESS EXPENSIVE VALENTINE’S DAY
By Nancy Clement February 10, 2012 (La Mesa) – Valentine’s Day is almost here–and there is still some time to plan a special celebration for you and your
JIMMY BUFFETT AND THE CORAL REEFER BAND MARCH 10
Welcome to Fin Land Tour 2012; Tickets on sale Feb. 11 February 7, 2012 (San Diego) — Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band will perform at Viejas
VALENTINE’S PARTY AT HILLSIDE RECREATION CENTER FEB. 13
February 6, 2012 (El Cajon) — Hillside Recreation Center invites children ages 5-12 years old to a Valentine’s celebration with a variety of fun and exciting Valentine-themed games, arts
SERENADE YOUR SWEETHEART WITH A SINGING VALENTINE
February 5, 2012 (El Cajon) — The trio called A Packalips Now is offering a special package for you and your someone special. For $60.00 at your selected time and
THERE’S SOMETHING FISHY AT THE BORREGO SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
February 7, 2012 (Borrego Springs) — The Borrego Springs Farmers Market now offers Fresh Fish. California Department of Fish and Game licensed and County of San Diego Department
RESTORING LAKE JACUMBA
By Howard Cook February 3, 2012 (Jacumba)–Jacumba is located in San Diego County on Old Highway 80 next to the Mexican border, Imperial County and south of Interstate 8.
VALENTINE’S DAY RECIPES ONLINE
By Mayan Avitable February 4, 2012 (La Mesa ) — If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day recipes, there should be one or more to your liking on the Internet. Frankly,
LOCAL CUB SCOUTS TEAM WITH SAN DIEGO AUDUBON AND TOGETHERGREEN FOR HABITAT RESTORATION AT MARINER’S POINT
February 4, 2012 (Rancho San Diego, Jamul) — Local Cub Scouts and their fathers volunteered on Saturday, January 28th to help maintain a nesting site for endangered California Least
UNION BANK AND KPBS HONOR SEVENTEEN LOCAL HEROES FEBRUARY 8
2011 Cultural Diversity Partnership Culminates with Annual Local Heroes Awards Celebration February 8, 2012 (San Diego) — – As part of its ongoing commitment to cultural diversity and responsible banking, Union
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