August 2016 Articles

SDSU CROSS COUNTRY ANNOUNCES 2016 SCHEDULE

 

The Aztecs’ schedule features six regular season meets, five of which are in Southern California

Source: goaztecs.com press release

Photo: goaztecs.com

August 4, 2016 (San Diego) - San Diego State cross country/track and field head coach Shelia Burrell has revealed the cross country team’s 2016 slate, which kicks off on Sept. 3.


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BREWERS COME BACK IN GAME TWO, BEAT PADRES 3-2

 

By Liz Alper

Photo courtesy @Padres on Twitter

August 2, 2016 (San Diego) – After a much-needed win in a long game last night, the Padres wanted to do it again tonight with Luis Perdomo on the mound against Zach Davies for the Brewers.


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SDSU GOLF REVEALS 2016-17 SCHEDULE

 

Aztecs to compete in 10 regular-season events

Source: goaztecs.com press release

Photo: transfer golfer Daniela Anastasi courtesy goaztecs.com

August 2, 2016 (San Diego) - The San Diego State women’s golf team will play 10 tournaments across five states during the 2016-17 campaign as sixth-year head coach Leslie Spalding unveiled the Aztecs’ highly anticipated schedule on Tuesday.


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FUNDS SET UP FOR FAMILIES OF INJURED AND SLAIN OFFICERS

 

Public memorial August 10 for Officer DeGuzman

East County News Service

Photo:  injured Officer Wade Irwin and family



August 2, 2016 (San Diego) — San Diego Police Officer Wade Irwin faces a long recovery after being shot on July 28th in a gun battle that killed his partner, Officer Jonathan DeGuzman.


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SDSU LACROSSE HONORED FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

 

This is the Aztecs’ second team academic honor in the program’s young history

Source: goaztecs.com press release

Photo: goaztecs.com

August 2, 2016 (San Diego) - The San Diego State women's lacrosse team was honored by the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) for outstanding academic achievement, the organization announced. The Aztecs were named an IWLCA Academic Honor Squad for posting a grade point average over 3.0 during the 2015-16 school year.


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CHICK-FIL-A IN SANTEE HOSTING "DADDY-DAUGHTER DATE NITE"

 

East County News Service

 

Aug. 2, 2016 (East County) – The nine Chick-fil-A restaurants in San Diego County, including the Chick-fil-A restaurant at 9418 Mission Gorge Road, Santee, will host a “Daddy-Daughter Date Night” for fathers and daughters from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10.


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GONZALEZ BILL PROVIDING FAIR CIVIL AWARDS TO PEOPLE REGARDLESS OF IMMIGRATION STATUS HEADS TO GOVERNOR

 

By Miriam Raftery

August 2, 2016 (San Diego) -- A bill by California State Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) aims to assure that an injured person in California receives fair compensation for future income loss and future medical costs regardless of their immigration status.  It was approved by the State Senate on a bipartisan 28-11 vote yesterday and next goes to the Governor for signature.


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GROSSMONT HEALTHCARE DISTRICT SUPPORTING ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER

 

East County News Service

Photo: The Grossmont Healthcare District (GHD) recently recognized St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC). From left to right: GHD board members Randy Lenac and Gloria Chadwick; SMSC nurse Stephanie Perkins, CEO Debra Emerson and board secretary Toni Petruzzo; GHD board members Robert “Bob” Ayres, Betty Stieringer and Michael Emerson.

 

Aug. 2, 2016 (East County) – The Grossmont Healthcare District (GHD), a public agency that supports health-related community programs and services in San Diego’s East County, recently recognized St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), an El Cajon-based, non-profit organization serving adults with developmental disabilities.


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PADRES START AUGUST ON THE RIGHT FOOT; BEAT BREW 7-3

 

By Liz Alper

Photo:  honoring Dr. Cosimo Commisso on Biotech All-Stars Night.  Courtesy @Padres on Twitter

August 1, 2016 (San Diego) - New month, clean slate.  That was the mindset the Padres had as they entered August after a less-than-great July, starting the month with a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers.  New Padre Jarred Cosart got the start against Jimmy Nelson for the Brewers.


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ZIKA VIRUS TRANSMITTED BY MOSQUITOES IN FLORIDA: CDC ISSUES TRAVEL WARNING

 

Health officials fault Congress for adjourning without approving Zika emergency funding

By Miriam Raftery

August 1, 2016 (Miami) — Today the Centers for Disease Control issued a travel warning urging pregnant women not to travel to Miami, Florida and additional advice for travelers who have recently visited the region due to the presence of mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus.


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VOTERS WATCHDOG: REGISTRAR RESPONDS TO INQUIRY ON WHITED-OUT BALLOTS

 

By Miriam Raftery

August 1, 2016 (San Diego) — Election observers have contended that they witnessed hundreds of ballots with votes for Bernie Sanders whited out at the San Diego Registrar of Voters office and were prevented from watching further.  Video. Some have contended that Sanders was disenfranchised.


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REFUGEE: THE ERITREAN EXODUS SHOWING AUGUST 10

 

East County News Service

August 1, 2016 (San Diego) - The Nile Sisters invite you to a no-cost movie and dinner at the Women's Museum of California next Wednesday, August 10 from 6-9 p.m.


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CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF SIMON WESSELINK AUGUST 20 AT DESCANSO TOWN HALL

 

East County News Service

August 1, 2016 (Descanso) - Simon Wesselink, who recently passed away at the age of 70, will be honored with a life celebration at Descanso Town Hall on August 20 at 6:00 p.m.


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GROUNDWATER REPORT, TULE WIND LAWSUITS AND SDG&E PLAN TO BOOST CAPACITY ON SOUTHWEST POWERLINK ARE ON BOULEVARD PLANNERS’ AGENDA THURSDAY, AUG. 7

 

By Miriam Raftery

August 1, 2016 (Boulevard) -- On Thursday, August 4 at 7 p.m. the Boulevard Community Planning Group will meet at the Boulevard Fire Training Room.  View full agenda.


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LAKESIDE PLANNERS TO HEAR SANDAG PRESENTATION ON TRANSPORTATION MEASURE, HOLD OPEN HOUSE ON UPCOMING PROJECTS WEDNESDAY

 

East County News Service

August 1, 2016 (Lakeside) - The Lakeside Community Planning group meetings Wednesday, August 3 in the Lakeside Community Center at 9841 Vine St., Lakeside.  The formal meeting starts at 6:30, however at 6 p.m., a public viewing of plans for current and upcoming projects will be available for the public.


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HELIX WATER BOARD TO VOTE ON BIG RATE HIKES WEDNESDAY

 

East County News Service



August 1, 2016 (La Mesa) — Helix Water District’s Board will vote Wednesday on a hefty proposed rate increase to offset revenue losses due, ironically, to residents conserving water as they were asked to do. Two proposals would raise rates for the average water customer by 8.3% or 10.1%.  View board package here and see a table of proposed rate hikes at the bottom of this story. 


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HANK JOHNSTON NAMED FRED J. HANSEN CHAIR IN PEACE STUDIES

 

New chairman hopes to make SDSU a hub for research on non-violent protests.

August 1, 2016 (San Diego) - San Diego State University has named professor Hank Johnston its new Fred J. Hansen Chair in Peace Studies.


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CHIEF’S CORNER: WHEN THUNDER ROARS – HEAD INDOORS! FLASH FLOOD SAFETY

 

By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

August 1, 2016 (San Diego’s East County) -- It’s that time of year when we notice large cumulous clouds forming around southern California. And I love a good thunderstorm!


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A STAYCATION AROUND THE WORLD IN TWO HOURS - 80 DAYS NOW TILL AUGUST 6. 2016

 

Grossmont's Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory 2016 Presents 80 Days, based on the book "Around The World In 80 Days by Jules Verne

By Kathy Carpenter

Associate/Youth Reviewer www.sdtheatrereviews.com

August 1, 2016 (La Mesa) - Imagination can take you anywhere. It can even make the impossible happen. The adventure of Phileas Fogg, played by the somber Daniel Castro, is all about taking a chance--believing in yourself and going for the gold.


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