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BABS FRY: A SHERO IN THE SAN DIEGO DOG COMMUNITY
Story and photos: Mimi Pollack Photo: Babs with Sheldon September 13, 2024 (Jamul) — In the United States, most dogs are cherished family members, so it can be very upsetting if they get lost, and don’t come home. This is where local dog hero, Babs Fry, comes in. Fry is known in San Diego as the “pet detective” who
BABS FRY: A SHERO IN THE SAN DIEGO DOG COMMUNITY
Story and photos: Mimi Pollack Photo: Babs with Sheldon September 13, 2024 (Jamul) — In the United States, most dogs are cherished family members, so it can be very upsetting if they get lost, and don’t come home. This is where local dog hero, Babs Fry, comes in. Fry is known in San Diego as the “pet detective” who
ADOPTION FEES WAIVED SATURDAY AND HALF OFF THRU SEPT. 10 AT EL CAJON ANIMAL SHELTER
East County News Service September 6, 2024 (El Cajon) – With nearly 1,800 pets in care and more than 800 pets ready for new homes, San Diego Humane Society is waiving ALL adoption fees on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, for a special “Clear the Shelters” day. The organization is also reducing all adoption fees by 50% during “Clear the
ADOPTION FEES WAIVED SATURDAY AND HALF OFF THRU SEPT. 10 AT EL CAJON ANIMAL SHELTER
East County News Service September 6, 2024 (El Cajon) – With nearly 1,800 pets in care and more than 800 pets ready for new homes, San Diego Humane Society is waiving ALL adoption fees on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, for a special “Clear the Shelters” day. The organization is also reducing all adoption fees by 50% during “Clear the
ROADS, BRIDGES AND FLOOD CONTROL MTG 8/25 AT VALLEY CENTER LIBRARY
By Jonathan Goetz Photo courtesy: Department of Public Works September 3, 2024 (Valley Center) — Join County representatives in Valley Center to discuss an evolving 2025-2030 Community Improvement Plan (CIP). This meeting is the final Wednesday in September, the 25th, from 6-7 p.m. at the Valley Center Library located at 29200 Cole Grade Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082.
ROADS, BRIDGES AND FLOOD CONTROL MTG 8/25 AT VALLEY CENTER LIBRARY
By Jonathan Goetz Photo courtesy: Department of Public Works September 3, 2024 (Valley Center) — Join County representatives in Valley Center to discuss an evolving 2025-2030 Community Improvement Plan (CIP). This meeting is the final Wednesday in September, the 25th, from 6-7 p.m. at the Valley Center Library located at 29200 Cole Grade Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082.
COUNTY UNVEILS NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING MAPPING TOOL
By Fernanda Lopez Halvorson, County of San Diego Communications Office August 29, 2024 (San Diego) — The County has a new tool to help people find affordable housing. An interactive website and map is now available to search for affordable housing developments built with the help of County funds. The County-Restricted Affordable Housing Map shows existing developments
COUNTY UNVEILS NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING MAPPING TOOL
By Fernanda Lopez Halvorson, County of San Diego Communications Office August 29, 2024 (San Diego) — The County has a new tool to help people find affordable housing. An interactive website and map is now available to search for affordable housing developments built with the help of County funds. The County-Restricted Affordable Housing Map shows existing developments
JUDGE RULES AGAINST SANTEE’S FANITA RANCH; CITY MULLS APPEAL
Court finds City Council should have allowed citizens to vote on ballot initiative before approving project By Mike Allen Photo: Fanita Ranch site, courtesy of Preserve Wild Santee August 15, 2024 (Santee) — Santee’s Fanita Ranch project, which would put about 3,000 new homes into the northwest quarter of the city, was dealt another set back last week when
JUDGE RULES AGAINST SANTEE’S FANITA RANCH; CITY MULLS APPEAL
Court finds City Council should have allowed citizens to vote on ballot initiative before approving project By Mike Allen Photo: Fanita Ranch site, courtesy of Preserve Wild Santee August 15, 2024 (Santee) — Santee’s Fanita Ranch project, which would put about 3,000 new homes into the northwest quarter of the city, was dealt another set back last week when
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WATER-WISE PLANTS FOR THE SOUTHWEST: A WISE ADDITION FOR YOUR BOOKSHELF
Review by Miriam Raftery July 17, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Thirsty for ideas to use less water yet still have attractive landscaping? Water-Wise Plants for the Southwest (Cool Springs Press, 2010) offers a wealth of practical solutions ideal for homeowners in San Diego County, where drought, cutbacks in water supplies and rising water rates
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