3-2 VOTE IN FAVOR OF REGULATING LA MESA’S RESIDENTIAL STORAGE OF FIREARMS

 
July 28, 2024 (La Mesa) -- The nationwide riots in 2020, including La Mesa, sparked whispers to defund the police. While varying degrees of this conversation are igniting again, lines are blurring between a nation’s objectivity and its intention behind police oversight boards, and now citizens are taking a stance on regulations for the residential storage of firearms. 
 
At this week's City Council meeting, members and the public spoke out on a proposal to regulate the storage of firearms.
 
For Councilmember Colin Parent, who remembers being held at gunpoint, he thinks it is a basic human right to feel safe within the community, and the prevention of unintentional uses of personal firearms is a modest and appropriate step toward the preservation of security.

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SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY TAKES IN 48 CATS AND 2 DOGS FROM SINGLE FAMILY HOME

Source: San Diego Humane Society
 
July 28, 2024 (San Diego) -- The San Diego Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement assisted a community member, Friday, who had become overwhelmed by the number of pets in their home. Humane Officers transported 48 cats and two dogs to their campuses for care.
 
Upon intake, each cat and dog was given flea treatment and vaccinations before being placed in appropriate housing. These pets will receive thorough medical exams and spay/neuter surgeries. Once they are cleared by the team, they will be made available for adoption.

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RETAIL THEFT OPERATION NETS FIVE ARRESTS, STOLEN PROPERTY RECOVERED

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July 27, 2024 (El Cajon) -- Investigators from the El Cajon Police Department conducted a retail theft operation in collaboration with two major retailers to combat the ongoing theft issues facing our local businesses. Investigators worked closely with store staff to surveil and arrest thieves in real-time without a delayed response. This one-day operation netted five arrests and led to the recovery of over $800 in merchandise. Four arrestees were juveniles and were released to their guardians after processing, according to Sgt. Kevin Reilly.
 

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EAST COUNTY FILMMAKER BENJAMIN HOWARD SWEEPS SAN DIEGO FILM AWARDS WITH BIOPIC-LIKE FEATURE ‘RILEY’

By Michael Howard

July 27, 2024 (San Diego) – For a filmmaker, making your first full-length feature film is a milestone worthy of celebration upon its own merits. It usually has meant years of short films, social media clips, and late-night editing sessions that slowly builds your confidence to finally take the plunge and produce a 90-to-120-minute story. 

But it’s a whole different celebration when that same first-time feature film sweeps your premier home-town film festival and wins best picture, direction, writing, editing, lead actor, supporting actor, cinematography, and musical score. 

Poster Courtesy of Windsor Film Company. Movie poster for East County filmed movie Riley. 

EAST COUNTY FILMMAKER BENJAMIN HOWARD SWEEPS SAN DIEGO FILM AWARDS WITH BIOPIC-LIKE FEATURE ‘RILEY’ | East County Magazine

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TRUMP SAYS VOTING IN U.S. WILL END IF HE IS ELECTED

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July 27, 2024 (Detroit) -- CNN reports: "During a conservative Turning Point Action Believers’ Summit, former President Donald Trump urged Christians to vote, saying they wouldn’t have to do it again if they got out there in November and elected him." Trump urges Christians to vote: ‘You won’t have to do it anymore’ (msn.com)

Donald Trump has previously said if he didn’t win there would be “bloodbath” if he loses and claimed, “I’m not sure that you’ll ever have another election in this country.”  He has called for the “termination” of our Constitution and bragged “a lot of people like” his calls to be a “dictator on day one.”

 

WATCH: Last night, Trump again vowed to end democracy if he did win, stating:  "You  won't have to do it anymore.  Four more years, you know what, it will be fixed, it will be fine.  You won't have to vote anymore."

 

Harris for  President spokesman James Singer issued this statement in respnse to Trump's vow to end democracy:

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UBER, LYFT, DOORDASH WORKERS REMAIN CONTRACTORS DUE TO CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT RULING

Photo: Ride-share drivers of the California Gig Workers Union at a press conference outside the Supreme Court of California in San Francisco on May 21, 2024. The state Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Prop. 22, a ballot initiative that allows companies, such as Uber and Lyft, to classify drivers as independent contractors. Photo by Juliana Yamada for CalMatters
 
 
 
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July 27, 2024 (Sacramento) -- In a major victory for gig-work companies, the California Supreme Court today upheld a voter-approved law that allows Uber and other app makers to treat their drivers and delivery workers as independent contractors instead of employees.
 
The decision on Proposition 22 was unanimous. Approved by 58% of California voters in 2020 and enacted the same year, Prop. 22 gave app-based gig workers some benefits but not full worker protections because the ballot initiative — which gig companies spent more than $200 million to pass — ensures they are not considered employees.

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NORTH KOREA MAN INDICTED IN CYBERSECURITY ATTACKS ON HOSPITALS, MILITARY BASES

Photo: U.S. attorney Kate Brubacher announces the indictment and reward for Rim Jong Hyok during a July 25, 2024, news conference at the federal courthouse in Kansas City, Kansas. On the right is George Brown, a Department of Justice attorney (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector).
 
July 27, 2024 (Kansas) — Federal authorities on Thursday announced the indictment of a North Korea man accused of launching ransomware attacks on hospitals in Kansas and other states, then using the bounty to finance cyber attacks on military bases and defense contractors.

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PROBATION RECOGNIZES STAFF FOR COMMITMENT TO CHANGING LIVES

 
July 27, 2024 (San Diego) -- San Diego County Probation is celebrating National Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week and California Probation Supervision Week, both of which take place July 21-27.

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LOSING A LOVED ONE TO ADDICTION

 
Sharing her story to slow a national epidemic
 
Photo: Jessica Johnson, RN, from the Chemical Dependency and Recovery Program at Sharp Mesa Vista, lost her brother to addiction several years ago.
 
 
July 27, 2024 (San Diego) -- Since joining Sharp more than three years ago as a registered nurse, Jessica Johnson has been treating patients in the Chemical Dependency and Recovery Program at Sharp Mesa Vista. Johnson lost her younger brother to addiction a few years ago and was inspired to act. “It made me want to help others by providing them with the care that my brother needed,” she says.
 
According to Johnson, her father’s death by suicide when she was young significantly affected her and her brother. “My brother was very close to him, and both were professional surfers,” she says.
 
At age 24, Johnson’s brother was injured at his construction job and prescribed oxycodone, a potent opioid. Like many individuals, he developed an addiction after misusing the prescription painkiller.

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U.S. VOTER REGISTRATIONS SURGE AS REPUBLICANS TRY TO LIMIT BALLOT ACCESS

 
July 27, 2024 (Washington, D.C.) -- The group behind a popular get-out-the-vote technology platform said Friday that it's registered more than 100,000 new U.S. voters since President Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race, a surge that came amid mounting Republican efforts to make it harder to register and vote.
 
Vote.org said that 84% of voters registered in the new wave are under age 35. Nearly 1 in 5 new registrees is 18 years old. Andrea Hailey, the group's CEO, said that "since 2020, we have led the largest voter registration drive in U.S. history," with more than 7.8 million people registered.
 
After dropping out, Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to face former Republican President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) in the November election. The new presumptive Democratic candidate has already earned endorsements from many Democrats in Congress and groups advocating on issues including climate, labor, and reproductive rights.

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POSTCARDS GO OUT TO REGISTERED VOTERS FOR NOVEMBER PRESIDENTIAL GENERAL ELECTION

 
July 27, 2024 (San Diego) -- The San Diego County Registrar of Voters office sent over 1.9 million postcards to the County’s registered voters this week.
 
The “VOTE! MORE DAYS. MORE WAYS.” postcards are sent nearly 100 days before the election to remind voters of their voting options for the November Presidential General Election.

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EARTHTALK®: AMERICAN CLIMATE CORPS HELPS MOVE U.S. TOWARD GREEN ECONOMY

 
Dear EarthTalk: What’s the idea behind the recent launch of the American Climate Corps by the Biden administration? —Paula B., Corpus Christi, TX
 
July 27, 2024 (Texas) -- The American Climate Corps (ACC) marks a significant step in the U.S.’s approach to climate change. It aims to engage young Americans in conservation and climate resilience projects, contributing to both ecological protection and job creation. The ACC reflects the administration’s broader climate policies, which prioritize moving to a clean energy economy and addressing the impacts of climate change.

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GROSSMONT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR: TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES AND OPTIONS SEMINAR

 
 
July 27, 2024 (La Mesa) -- Navigating around San Diego can be challenging and daunting, especially for the aging population. This seminar aims to provide valuable insights into various transportation options available in San Diego and East County. Attendees will learn about low-cost, donation-based, and reduced fare transportation possibilities that can help maintain independence and mobility.
 
Whether you no longer drive or are considering giving up driving, this seminar is designed to offer practical solutions and support. Discover how to access services like volunteer driver programs, rideshare options, and public transit tailored to meet the needs of older adults. The seminar will also cover essential resources such as the Ride Well to Age Well Guide, which catalogs transportation services throughout San Diego County.

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CITIZENS UNITED, GOP STATE PARTIES FILE FEC COMPLAINT OVER BIDEN-HARRIS CAMPAIGN FUNDS

Editors note: *to which Harris added $127 million within three (3) days.
 
 
July 26, 2024 (Washington, D.C.) -- A conservative group and a group of Republican state parties Thursday filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission accusing Vice President Kamala Harris of improperly assuming control of Biden campaign funds after he withdrew from the race.
 
The complaint is asking the FEC’s six-person commission — split evenly between Democrats and Republicans — to “immediately initiate enforcement proceedings to prevent Harris from using her ill-gotten gains for her campaign in the little time remaining between now and the November general election.”
 
After President Joe Biden suspended his reelection campaign and endorsed Harris to take his place as the likely Democratic nominee, the Biden campaign officially changed its name to the Harris campaign, giving the vice president access to about $96 million* of campaign funds as of June 30.

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UNDER A SECRET SKY: A SPELL-BINDING MYSTERY

Author to hold local book signing Sept. 26

 

By David Madsen

Reviewed by Pennell Paugh

 

July 26, 2024 (San Diego) -- As a third generation Californian, David Madsen grew up in the San Francisco Bay area, one of the main settings for Under a Secret Sky. While researching the book, he traveled to the back gate of Area 51. Although he didn’t gain admittance, his license plate is no doubt in a secret database, which he accepts as a badge of honor. Today, the author lives in San Diego.

 

In the novel, Robert mysteriously disappears. His wife, Jean, and their precocious son, set out to find their missing family member. Threatened, then pursued by friends-turned-enemies, their search leads from their comfortable post-WWII suburban California life to a top-secret company town that invents a new way to win wars. 

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30TH ANNUAL LA MESA CLASSIC CAR SHOW AND LIVE MUSIC EVENT CONTINUES THURSDAYS FIVE TO 8 IN THE VILLAGE

 
July 26, 2024 (La Mesa) The 30th Annual La Mesa Classic Car Show, presented by the La Mesa Village Association, is in full swing in downtown La Mesa! Don't miss this FREE community event happening every Thursday from 5 - 8 p.m. through August 29th! 
 
Giddy up Thursday, August 1st, for Private Domain.
 
8/1/24 - Private Domain
8/8/24 - That Beatle Cover Band
8/15/24 - Fleetwood Max
8/22/24 - The Farmers
8/29/24 - 80z All Stars (theme night)

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SANTEE'S JUDITH MOERSCHELL NAMED VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

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July 26, 2024 (San Diego) – The San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk (ARCC) Office has recognized Santee resident Judith Moerschell as its 2024 Volunteer of the Year.
 
Moreschell has officiated more than 100 weddings since February 2023, when she began volunteering at the ARCC Santee branch office. One of the weddings was for her grandson, who is currently stationed in Georgia with the U.S. Navy.
 
Moerschell was recently recognized by San Diego County ARCC Jordan Z. Marks at a San Diego County Board of Supervisors meeting.

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FREE RIDESHARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED URGENTLY

By Sarah Flocken
 
 
July 26, 2024 (San Diego) -- Jewish Family Service of San Diego’s On the Go program is proud to be the largest senior transportation program in the county. This vital service provides rides for seniors who are unable to drive, with a significant number of clients residing in East County. Volunteers act as a free rideshare service, using their own cars to drive seniors to the grocery store, medical appointments, and even to the veterinarian with their pets.

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THANKS TO GROSSMONT HOSPITAL FOR DONATING BACKPACKS

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July 26, 2024 (La Mesa) -- Sharp Grossmont Hospital held its annual backpack drive today to support local students impacted by HIV and AIDS as they get ready to go back to school. This year, nurses and hospital staff sponsored 75 children by donating backpacks filled with school supplies, ranging from crayons and glue sticks to graphing calculators and planners.

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CEASE GIVES PADRES SECOND NO-HITTER IN TEAM HISTORY, BLANKING NATIONALS 3-0

By Chris Jennewein, as seen in Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Association
 
Photo: Dylan Cease hugs Jackson Merrill, who made the unlikely play that prevented a fifth-inning hit that could have spoiled the day. Photo credit: Screen shot, @Padres via X
 
July 26, 2024 (Washington, D.C.) -- The Padres, going for a sweep Thursday in Washington, got something more out of the deal – a no-hitter.
 
Dylan Cease went the distance for his first career no-no in a 3-0 win by the Friars, managing somehow to top his two most recent starts in which he gave up only one hit.
 
The Padres waited a long time for the first no-hitter in team history – Joe Musgrove achieved the feat in 2021 – but didn’t have to wait so long for the second.

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GROVE FIRE UPDATE, MOST EVACUATION ORDERS LIFTED

 
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Photo, right, by Chet Kalinowska
 
July 25, 2024 (Sunshine Summit) -- CAL FIRE San Diego has an update on the Grove Fire burning near Warner Springs, which was caused by lightning.
 
Please refer to the map below to see the changes made to the evacuation order and warning.
 
The red area remains under an evacuation order.
 
The yellow areas remain under an evacuation warning. Evacuated residents can return home but are strongly encouraged to REMAIN READY to leave if fire conditions change. If you need extra time to evacuate, you are advised to stay clear of the area

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LA MESA POLICE SEEK LEADS IN STABBING DEATH; $1,000 REWARD OFFERED

Update July 25,  2024:  La Mesa Police have identified the victim and clarified that the victim was stabbed, not shot.

By Miriam Raftery

July 13, 2024 (La Mesa) – Shortly after midnight, a man suffering stab wounds to his upper torso staggered across High Street in the 7500 block and fell down on a the driveway in front of an apartment building, a caller told police. Officers and fire department personnel immediately responded and rendered first aid, but the victim was declared dead at the scene.

“Based on initial information gathered by investigators, it does not appear the victim, a 25-year-old white male and resident of La Mesa, was shot while out on the street,” says Lieutenant Katy Lynch. “A light-colored sedan was seen driving westbound on High Street shortly before the victim was seen staggering across the street, but it is unknown if that vehicle is related to this incident.”

LA MESA OVERALL CRIME RATES REMAIN THE SAME, WHILE VIOLENT CRIME DROPS | East County Magazine Michael Howard: June 23, 2024


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COUNTY'S CHILD AND FAMILY WELL-BEING DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES ONE YEAR OF TRANSFORMATION, ACHIEVEMENTS

By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office
 
July 25, 2024 (San Diego) -- The department uses data and insights from subject-matter experts and has caught the attention of advocates around the world. 
 
In its first year, the Child and Family Well-Being Department (CFWB) reduced the number of children in foster care by nearly 12 percent. For children who did need the protection of foster care, 44 percent were placed with relatives—marking a 10 percent increase over the previous year. 
 
Child and Family Well-Being was created by merging the First 5 Commission and Child Welfare Services.  

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AZTEC LACROSSE RECEIVES IWLCA ACADEMIC HONORS

 
SDSU lands on Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Academic Honor Squad
 
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JACUMBA HOT SPRINGS HOTEL AND MINERAL POOL AUGUST 2024 CALENDAR

 
 
July 25, 2024 (Jacumba Hot Springs) -- For August's Bazaar, the first Saturday of August falls on the third. For those staying in the hotel that first Saturday into Sunday hear Francis Blume & Nat Cole late August 3 and Sunday Brunch with Francis Blume mid morning on the fourth.
 
For those staying at the Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel the second weekend there are events on Saturday and Sunday nights, including a meteor watching party the night of Sunday, August 11.
 
The third weekend features evening events August 16-18. As of July 25, the events in the last half of August 2024 include DJ Fred Joseph, Cretin Hop DJs Roger Mars & Rick Barzell and Creepxotica + Cretin Hop DJs at the Ritual Pool.

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FRUSTRATED BY SCHOOL WEB FILTERS, ONE STUDENT CREATED HIS OWN

 
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During early COVID lockdowns, a teen worked with his family to raise $1.8 million in venture funding and built a web filter with a team of data scientists and psychologists that he now hopes will help students safely surf the web.
 
July 25, 2024 (Sacramento) -- Like most kids, Aahil Valliani has been frustrated by the filters that his school uses to block inappropriate websites. Often, he has no idea why certain sites are blocked, especially when his web browsing is tied to his schoolwork. 
 
Many students in this situation find a way around their districts’ web filters. They access the internet on their phones instead, or use proxy servers or virtual private networks to essentially access a different, unfiltered internet. Aahil, searching for a more systemic solution, teamed up with his younger brother and father to start a company called Safe Kids, raise almost $2 million in venture funding, and design a better filter.
 
As The Markup, which is part of CalMatters, reported in April, almost all schools filter the web to comply with the federal Children’s Internet Protection Act and qualify for discounted internet access, among other things. Most schools The Markup examined used filters that sort all websites into categories and block entire categories at once. Others scan webpages for certain off-limits keywords, blocking websites on which they appear regardless of the context. In both cases, the filters are blunt tools that result in overblocking and sometimes keep kids from information about politicized topics like sex education and LGBTQ resources. 

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WIEGHORST MUSEUM IN EL CAJON ON REA, AN HISTORIC LANDMARK

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Photo credit: Wieghorst Museum courtesy City of El Cajon
 
July 25, 2024 (El Cajon) -- Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center in El Cajon honors the accomplished artist Olaf who lived in our community for 44 years. 
 
You can also arrange private tours and classroom visits, Tuesday through Saturday. By becoming a supporting member of the museum, you can enjoy many benefits such as free year-round admission to the Museum, 10% discount at our Museum Store, and invitations to their exclusive exhibitions, artist’s receptions, and other community events.

HOW TO SPEND A DAY IN EL CAJON | East County Magazine by Alyssa Hiestand, May 26, 2024


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FIRST WEDNESDAY SANTEE CHAMBER MORNING COFFEE

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July 25, 2024 (Santee) -- Make connections with coffee and conversation at the Santee Chamber Morning Buzz the first Wednesday at each month at Coffee Corner in Santee on 235 Town Center Parkway from 8 to 9 a.m.

For more information visit santeechamber.com


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LA MESA VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET FRIDAYS 3-7 P.M.

 
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July 25, 2024 (La Mesa) -- Take advantage of the beautiful summer evenings and enjoy the La Mesa Village Farmers Market every Friday, from 3 - 7:30 p.m. The La Mesa Village Association's (LMVA) family-friendly, public market is located in the heart of downtown La Mesa on La Mesa Blvd. between Palm Ave. - 4th St!
 
LMVA Farmers Market features 90+ vendors with a focus on high quality, fresh produce, locally raised meats, fresh fish, eggs, honey, cheeses, prepared and pre-packaged food, local artisans, fresh flowers and plants, live music and a dedicated food court to enjoy. 

OUR GUIDE TO LOCAL FARMS AND FARM-FRESH PRODUCTS SOLD DIRECTLY TO CONSUMERS | East County Magazine May 21, 2020


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SHARP GROSSMONT HOSPITAL HOSTS BACKPACK DRIVE TO SUPPORT CHILDREN AFFECTED BY HIV/AIDS

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July 25, 2024 (La Mesa) -- Sharp Grossmont Hospital is hosting its annual backpack drive to support children in San Diego impacted by HIV/AIDS on Friday, July 26. This year, Sharp Grossmont staff are sponsoring 75 children through Christie's Place, a nonprofit support center dedicated to women, children, and families living with HIV/AIDS.
 
Christie's Place, whose motto is "Love Grows Here," focuses on empowering individuals affected by HIV/AIDS to take charge of their health and wellness, ultimately improving their quality of life and that of their families. Many of the women, children, and families supported by Christie's Place face significant challenges such as poverty, unstable housing, food insecurity, and a lack of basic needs. By providing school supplies through this backpack drive, Sharp Grossmont staff help alleviate one of these burdens, enabling the children to concentrate on their education.

THANK YOU FOR THE BACKPACK | East County Magazine July 26, 2024


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