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Galloping into the Year of the Fire Horse in East County

East County News Service
 
Feb. 18, 2026 (San Diego County) — The thunder of hooves isn’t just coming from local farms and ranches this week; it’s the sound of the Year of the Fire Horse.
 
Lunar New Year festivities -- some of which will last all year long -- are trotting through the region.
 
The 2026 celebrations carry a rare significance. This is the first "Fire Horse" element since 1966. Fire Horse years traditionally symbolize a period of high energy, bold transformation and spirited movement.

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