Source:  La Mesa Chamber of Commerce press release

May 10, 2016 (La Mesa) --The La Mesa Chamber of Commerce announces that the 8th Annual “Taste of La Mesa” will be held on Monday, June 6, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the La Mesa Community Center, 4975 Memorial Drive in La Mesa. The public is invited to sample fare from many local restaurants and other food providers.

By Liz Alper

Photo courtesy @Padres on Twitter

May 10, 2016 (Chicago) - After a rain out yesterday, the Padres were ready to get back in action and start a three-game series against the red-hot Chicago Cubs.  Cesar Vargas took the mound for the Padres against Jon Lester for the Cubs.

East County News Service

May 10, 2016 (Alpine) – You’re invited to the grand opening of the new Alpine library, a branch of the County library system.  The opening ceremony for the $10.7 million library will be held on Saturday, May 21^st at 10 a.m. at 1725 Alpine Blvd. in downtown Alpine. 

East County News Service

May 10, 2016 (La Mesa) -- Aaron Spaulding, a 31-year-old La Mesa man has been arrested and charged with elder abuse of his 78-year-old neighbor. The incident prompted a stand-off with Sheriff’s deputies at the family’s home on Alta Mira Drive near Mount Helix for several hours Monday night.

Dip Repairs Scheduled Wednesday and Thursday Nights

Source: Caltrans

May 10, 2016 (San Diego) -- Caltrans crews will close all westbound lanes on State Route 52 (SR-52) from Interstate 15 (I-15) to Convoy Street Wednesday and Thursday from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. to repair pavement dips.

By Miriam Raftery

May 10, 2016 (San Diego) – Love ‘me or loathe ‘me, the presidential candidates are motivating lots of local residents to register to vote and inspiring those already registered to say they will turn out on election day.  A study by the National University System Institute for Policy Research predicts that turnout for the June 7^th presidential primary election could be 50 to 53 percent, drawing more than half of local registered voters to the polls.

Updated May 11: Plaintiffs issue statement saying they will appeal the ruling.

By Miriam Raftery

May 6, 2016 (Alpine) – A preliminary ruling by Superior Court Judge Joel Pressman would set aside a preliminary injunction against the Grossmont District. If the ruling stands, it will allow Grossmont to keep $42 million that had been set aside for an Alpine High School that the district never built. The money is a portion of bond measure funds approved by voters in part for the long-promised school.

The suit was filed by the Alpine Union School District and Alpine Taxpayers for Bond Accountability. The groups have 15 days to file an appeal.

East County News Service

May 10, 2016 (Sacramento) -- If your doctor was put on probation by the Medical Board for serious misconduct, should you have the right to know about it?

County News Service

May 9, 2016 (San Diego) -- Voters interested in casting their ballots early for the June 7 Presidential Primary Election can now do so at the County Registrar of Voters office located at 5600 Overland Ave. in Kearny Mesa.

By Norma-Jeanne Hennis

May 9, 2016 (Los Angeles) - On Saturday, May 14th, many San Diegans will head to Los Angeles along with thousands of other Californians to participate in a mass rally in downtown L.A. to Break Free from Fossil Fuels.

East County News Service

May 9, 2016 (El Cajon) — Francine Busby, chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party and a long-time advocate for women in politics, will be the featured speaker at the East County Democratic Club meeting on May 19^th.   The event will be held at MJ’s restaurant in El Cajon.  The meeting starts at 7 p.m. but guests who wish to come early for dinner at 6 p.m. can participate in a social hour.

Busby is former Executive Director of Run Women Run, an organization that recruits and trains women to run for public office. Growing up in an era when girls couldn’t play in sports leagues, wear pants to school or get a job as a”paper boy,” she has believed from an early age that women deserve equal opportunities to excel in whatever they choose and has fought to break down barriers for women.

By Liz Alper

May 9, 2016 (El Cajon) - The Magnolia Science Academy and Grossmont College will be co-hosting the San Diego STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering Art and Math) Expo on Saturday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

East County News Service

May 8, 2016 (Santee) - Movies & More by the Lake Presents ”Lights, Camera, Beagle! The Peanuts Movie" on Friday, June 24^th from 6 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. at Santee Lakes.

East County News Service

May 8, 2016 (Oceanside) -- Marilyn Fullen and her daughter Brittany have been volunteering together for over a decade. Together, they raise future assistance dogs for Canine Companions for Independence. Canine Companions is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. Their shared hobby has brought them closer while providing a valuable community service.

By Kathy Carpenter

Associate/Youth Reviewer www.sdtheatrereviews.com

May 7, 2016 (El Cajon) – The Odd Couple is a case of opposing personalities coming together.and trying to work things out. The original movie was in 1968, starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau.  I can hardly believe it was so long ago. In 1970 they made the television series with Tony Randall and Jack Klugman, also a classic. Recently came the remake with Brian Cebrain as Felix and Matthew Perry as Oscar. Although I have only seen a couple of shows, it was also quite funny.