March 2023 Articles

March 2023 Articles

EAST COUNTY ROUNDUP: LOCAL AND STATEWIDE NEWS


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NOMINATE AN OUTSTANDING TEACHER FOR SDCCU CLASSROOM HEROES TODAY!

Winners will be recognized and receive a $250 SDCCU Visa® gift card
 
Source:  SDCCU
 
March 9, 2023 (San Diego) - San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU), one of San Diego’s largest locally-owned financial institutions, is proudly honoring San Diego County teachers through SDCCU Classroom Heroes, launched in partnership with the San Diego County Office of Education.

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REVIEW - ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST AT LAMPLIGHTER’S IN LA MESA

By Kathy Carpenter

 

March 9, 2023 (La Mesa) - Individuality versus conformity is an eternal conflict and in the case of One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest, man versus institution. More than that, this is a story of people, with a huge, wonderful cast full of characters to connect to and learn from. The play is emotionally impactful and well-acted; you leave Lamplighters theatre with an impression of right or wrong and individuality at all costs. 


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HEALTH AND SCIENCE HIGHLIGHTS


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SDSU LACROSSE DROPS TO VILLANOVA IN OVERTIME

Source:  goaztecs.com

March 8, 2023 (San Diego) - The Aztec lacrosse team (3-6) fell 10-9 in overtime to Villanova (5-1) Wednesday evening. SDSU's Deanna Balsama led the team in scoring with three followed by Sydney Wolfington who netted two. In addition to their goals, they each had an assist.


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STORM DAMAGE? STATE AND FEDS EXTEND TAX FILING DEADLINE

By Miriam Raftery

Photo:  CC via Bing

March 8, 2023 (San Diego) – San Diego County residents, along with residents in most other California counties, can delay filing their state and federal taxes until October 16 – if you were impacted by the recent winter storms. 

``As communities across the state continue recovering from the damage caused by the winter storms, California is working swiftly to help recovering Californians get back on their feet,'' Gov. Gavin Newsom said. ``The state is aligning with the Biden Administration and extending the tax filing deadline in addition to the tax relief announced earlier this year.''

Those with storm damage can also claim a deduction for disaster loss. 


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SDSU WOMEN'S TENNIS EARNS COMEBACK WIN OVER FURMAN 4-3

After losing the doubles point, the Aztecs claimed a 4-3 win on Wednesday

Source:  goaztecs.com

March 8, 2023 (San Diego) - San Diego State women’s tennis earned a comeback win on Wednesday afternoon, beating Furman 4-3 at the Aztec Tennis Center. The Aztecs dropped the doubles point before winning four singles matches to earn the win on Wednesday.


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SDSU DIVERS WRAP UP COMPETITION AT NCAA ZONE E CHAMPIONSHIPS

Aztecs’ Ximena Lechuga Gonzalez places 12th in 1-meter springboard finals

Source:  goaztecs.com

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March 8, 2023 (Federal Way, Wash.) - A trio of San Diego State divers concluded their stay at the NCAA Zone E Championships on Wednesday after completing the 1-meter springboard event at Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center.


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TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO ARREST IN LAKESIDE FOR NARCOTICS, ILLEGAL GUN AND VEHICLE THEF

East County News Service

March 8, 2023 (Lakeside) -- An East County man has been arrested on multiple  felony charges after he was pulled over by deputies from the Lakeside Sheriff’s substation shortly before 10:30 p.m. last night for driving with an expired registration. A license plate check confirmed that the motorcycle he was driving was stolen. 


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HOOLEYFEST ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTYING RETURNS MARCH 17-19

Hooleyfest, the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration in East County, will return next weekend after a hiatus—and that’s no blarney. The celebrating will span three days from March 17th through 19th at Hooley’s Irish Pub and Grille in La Mesa’s Grossmont Center.

Plus, you can enjoy live Irish music such as the Rebel Celts and Piper Ben, other music by bands such as 80’Z All Stars and Whiskey Ridge as you hoist a pint of Guinness and savor traditional Irish foods and cheer.


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GARDENER’S DELIGHT: SPRING GARDEN BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL AND PLANT SALE MAY 6

March 8, 2023 (Rancho San Diego) -- On May 6, Cuyamaca College is combining several major events for a true springtime extravaganza.

The Water Conservation Garden will host its Spring Garden and Butterfly Festival on May 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Guests can watch butterfly releases and children can join Miss Smarty-Plants and Miss Monarch at a Pollinator Party to hear stories and craft their own Pollinator wings. The Garden will also have specialty vendors, workshops, and food trucks.

In addition, Cuyamaca College’s Ornamental Horticulture Department will hold its largest plant sale of the year in their brand-new nursery. Plus, the Heritage of the America’s Museum will be hosting tours throughout the day.


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30th ANNUAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL CELEBRATION MARCH 9-19

East County News Service

March 8, 2023 (San Diego) – The San Diego Film Festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary. This year’s festival, produced by the nonprofit Media Arts Center, will take place March 9-19 at two locations: AMC Mission Valley Cinemas  (1640 Camino Del Rio N., San Diego) and at the Digital Gym Cinema (1100 Market St. 2nd floor, San Diego).

The San Diego Latino Film Festival is an 11 day celebration of Latino Cinema, Arts & Culture. The festival will present over 160 films from Latin America, the United States, and Spain as well as Opening Night and Closing Night Parties, the 5th Annual Sabor Latino – Food, Beer & Wine Festival, Q&A sessions with visiting filmmakers, free student screenings, and more. Audiences will have the rare opportunity to meet filmmakers and actors from all over the world. Full lineup to be announced in February 2023.


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ECM PADRES REPORT: REDS STAVE OFF PADS’ RALLY

By Liz Alper

Photo via @padres on Twitter 

 

March 8, 2023 (Peoria, Ariz.) - The Padres hoped to bounce back against the Reds today.  Luke Weaver started for Cincy against Brent Honeywell Jr.


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ALPINE PLANNING GROUP TO HEAR LOVELAND RESERVOIR CONCERNS MARCH 23; COMMUNITY INPUT SOUGHT

By Miriam Raftery

March 3, 2023 (Alpine) –  Loveland Reservoir near Alpine remains closed to public access for fishing, hiking and recreation since storms in January destroyed the floating fishing dock and caused severe erosion. The damage occurred after Sweetwater Water Authority drained the lake to an unprecedented dead pool status, killing off fish and destroying habitat. Even after January’s heavy rains, Sweetwater again drained the reservoir – angering recreational enthusiasts and environmentalists.

On Thursday, March 23 at 6 p.m., the Alpine Community Planning Group will hear a presentation by Sweetwater on the current and future state of Loveland Reservoir.

Friends of Loveland Reservoir, a group formed to advocate for restoring the lake, states, “We desperately need community members to show up and calmly and professionally share the importance of the Reservoir. If Sweetwater does not hear from us, they will understandably believe this matter is not important to us and will continue down their chosen path.”


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RAMONA HISTORIC COLLONADE SIGN UNVEILED

Caltrans, Officials Celebrate National Register of Historic Places Designation

Source: Caltrans

March 8, 2023 (San Diego) -- The Ramona Tree Trust, elected official representatives and community members joined the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to unveil a set of signs commemorating the historic eucalyptus tree colonnade that has characterized the Main Street of Ramona as well as welcomed travelers into San Diego’s rural backcountry as a physical symbol of the townspeople’s pride in their agricultural community.

The Ramona Tree Trust recently led an initiative to list Ramona’s Main Street Colonnade Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.

The colonnade consists of 2 miles of over 300 eucalyptus trees, originally established in 1909 and continues to be maintained and replanted to the present day by the community of Ramona.


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PASSAGES: SDSU PROFESSOR DIES OF LEGIONNAIRE’S DISEASE

By Miriam Raftery

March 7, 2023 (San Diego) – Michael J. Buono, a professor at San Diego State University, has died of Legionnaire’s disease, SDSU confirmed today. He was a faculty member in the School of Exercise and Nutritional Science and had been with SDSU for four decades.


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END OF PANDEMIC FOOD AID MEANS 7.7 MILLION FEWER MEALS PER MONTH IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY

El Cajon is second-hardest hit community, losing 752,000 meals, report by San Diego Hunger Coalition finds

East County News Service

March 7, 2023 (San Diego) -- CalFresh pandemic emergency allotments have ended, resulting in a significant hit on the grocery purchasing power of many San Diego households during a time of soaring grocery store prices.

But those affected may be able to increase their monthly benefits amount by updating monthly household expenses on record with County of San Diego—and the San Diego Hunger Coalition can help.


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LEGASPI LEADS SDSU WATER POLO AGAINST LIU

Senior Amanda Legaspi got a hat trick against the LIU Sharks, but SDSU came up one goal short in a 9-8 loss at the Aquaplex.

Source:  goaztecs.comm

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March 7, 2023 (San Diego) - Senior Amanda Legaspi scored three times for the No. 23-ranked San Diego State water polo team, which mounted a second half comeback, but the No. 22 LIU Sharks came away with a 9-8 victory on Tuesday morning at the Aztec Aquaplex. The loss leaves SDSU with a 3-11 record, while LIU is now 9-9.


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SDSU WOMEN'S GOLF FINISHES JULI INKSTER INVITATIONAL

Bernice Olivarez Ilas led the Aztecs (+9)

Source:  goaztecs.com

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March 7, 2023 (Fairfax, Calif.) - The Aztec women’s golf team wrapped up the Juli Inkster at Meadow Club Invitational Tuesday, finishing their interrupted second round and then playing the final round.


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ECM PADRES REPORT: HALOS RALLY TO WIN

By Liz Alper

Photo via @padres on Twitter 

 

March 7, 2023 (Peoria, Ariz.) - After being destroyed by the Dodgers yesterday, the Padres went home to face the Angels.  Tucker Davidson started for L.A. against Seth Lugo.


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FORMER COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY OF LEMON GROVE FOUND NOT LIABLE IN ASSAULT CASE, WITH KEY WITNESS MISSING

Jury concluded Arambula acted in self defense following conflicting statements by Williams about whether his dispensary application was discussed and how much he drank.

Missing witness, in a deposition, stated under oath that Arambula had history of wanting to "fight" after drinking,  threw a glass against wall, told witness he "beat" Williams and asked witness to destroy photos of plaintiff's injuries. The jury never heard this evidence.

By Jessyka Heredia 

Miriam Raftery also contributed to this report

March 6, 2023 (Lemon Grove) -- On Monday, in day three of the Williams vs. Arambula and City of Lemon Grove civil trial, David Arambula and the City of Lemon Grove were both found not liable by a jury in the assault and battery case filed by Christopher Williams.

The case centered around an evening in July 2017 at Arambula’s home, which ended in violence. A mutual acquaintance, Taisha Brown, set up the meeting, which Williams said was to discuss his pending marijuana dispensary application but which Arambula said he believed was to discuss bringing new business investment to the city. Williams claimed they discussed the dispensary and that Arambula pushed him to bring in a partner, but he refused. Arambula denied those claims. After others left, Williams returned for his cell phone and contended that he was assaulted unprovoked by Arambula, resulting in hospitalization for injuries. Arambula claimed Williams attacked him first and that he acted in self defense.


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SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK RINGS IN SPRING WITH RETURN OF SPRING SAFARI FEATURING BUTTERFLY JUNGLE

Spring-themed Festivities Scheduled March 18 – May 14, shining spotlight on local wildlife

East County News Service

Photo by Emily Senninger

March 7, 2023 (Escondido) -- Celebrate the arrival of spring in full color at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, with the return of Spring Safari Featuring Butterfly Jungle. Visitors and their families can embark on a wild, global adventure without ever leaving Southern California—and every visit contributes directly to saving wildlife in our own backyard and around the world.


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PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: EAST COUNTY SNOW

By Rebecca Person

Photo, left:  Shane Marie - Boulevard

March 7, 2023 (San Diego's East County) - East County’s high desert communities saw a better-than-ever snowfall this winter and many residents have captured scenes unusual to the area in Campo, Jacumba, Live Oak Springs, Boulevard and Bankhead Springs.


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SHELTER TO SOLDIER’S “SAVING LIVES, ONE SWING AT A TIME” GOLF TOURNAMENT TEES OFF APRIL 21 AT SYCUAN

East County News Service

March 7, 2023 (El Cajon) --- Shelter to Soldier (STS), a San Diego nonprofit that adopts dogs from local shelters and rescue organizations and trains them to become psychiatric service dogs for post-9/11 veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress, Traumatic Brain Injury and/or Military Sexual Trauma, will hold its 4th annual Saving Lives, One Swing at a Time” golf tournament on Friday, April 21 at the Championship Oak Glen Course of Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan (3007 Dehesa Rd., El Cajon).


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SDSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: AZTECS RALLY TO BEAT NEW MEXICO 69-68

The Aztecs, who took their first and only lead, with 47 seconds left, face No. 21/25 UNLV in the semifinals tomorrow

Source:  goaztecs.com

March 6, 2023 (Las Vegas) - The Aztec women’s basketball team (23-9) rallied to beat New Mexico (20-12) 69-68 in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Tournament Monday afternoon.


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ECM PADRES REPORT: DODGERS ROUT PADRES

By Liz Alper

Photo via @padres on Twitter 

 

March 6, 2023 (Glendale, Ariz.) - The Padres visited the Dodgers for the first time this spring today.  Nick Martinez started against new Dodgers star Noah Syndergaard.


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COUNTY EXPANDS FUNDING TO ENGAGE FATHERS AND CAREGIVERS

By Cassie Klapp, County of San Diego Communications Office

March 6, 2023 (San Diego) -- A Behavioral Health Services (BHS) program focused on culturally appropriate programming to strengthen relationships between fathers and their children and bolster fathers’ parenting skills was approved Tuesday by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. This Board approval signals an eight-fold expansion of these services.

“Evidence shows earlier interventions in the lives of young people is the best way to support resilience and wellbeing,” said Dr. Luke Bergmann, director of Behavioral Health Services at the County Health and Human Services Agency. “Parent or caregiver engagement is vital for the mental health development in children.”  

Adverse Childhood Experiences, also known as ACEs, and toxic stress are associated with nine out of the 10 leading causes of death in the country. These poor health outcomes are passed from generation to generation.


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ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER LINKED TO HIGH RISK OF STROKES, HEART ATTACKS

By Miriam Raftery

Photo by Thomas Kniess, CC 4.0 via Wikipedia

March 6, 2023 (San Diego) – Erythritol, an artificial sweetener, substantially increases the risk of death from heart attacks and strokes caused by blood clots, according to a study by the Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute published in the journal Nature Medicine.

Erythritol is not required to be listed on food labels, so consumers may not be aware when they are choosing products that contain it.  It’s used as a sugar replacement and is also added to bulk up stevia and monkfruit, two other sweeteners. It’s been found in high levels in some products for diabetics and in low-sugar keto products.

“The degree of risk was not modest,” said Dr. Stanley Hazen, lead author of the study and director of the Center for Cardiovascular Diagnostics and Prevention at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute.


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SDSU LACROSSE TOPS HIGH POINT 17-9

Eight Aztecs scored

Source:  goaztecs.com

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March 5, 2023 (San Diego) - The Aztec lacrosse team (3-5) knocked off High Point (1-3) 17-9 Sunday afternoon, their second consecutive win. Eight Aztecs scored and SDSU was led by Caitlin Jones who netted six goals.


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SDSU SOFTBALL SPLITS ON FINAL DAY OF SAN DIEGO CLASSIC

Source:  goaztecs.com

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March 5, 2023 (San Diego) - San Diego State split a doubleheader on the final day of the San Diego Classic Sunday at USD Softball Complex. The Aztecs (13-7) opened with a 16-0 victory over Montana in five innings before falling to Boston University 5-3 in the nightcap.


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