EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE’S APRIL RADIO SHOWS ARE NOW ONLINE: LISTEN NOW
In April, we interviewed top newsmakers on hot local issues ranging from closure of rural fire stations to a State Senate race. We also covered some national and international topics including an interview with a local pastor whose family is impacted by Uganda’s new law criminalizing homosexuality. Plus we’ll take you on the road to discover Lakeside’s colorful history, cover the 50th anniversary of the Lakeside rodeo, interview local authors and much more.
For a complete list of interviews and topics covered in April, and to listen to our shows online now, click here.
You can hear our show Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 5 p.m. on KNSJ 89.1 FM.
Audio files to listen to shows are at the bottom of this page, below the index of shows.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Newsmakers: Bishop Terry Angel Mason speaks out on Uganda’s harsh new law that provides life in prison for gay people, the impact on his own fiancé and children, and a shocking rise in hate crimes and extremist laws targeting gay people across Africa.
Public News Service: Latino and African-American students lag behind in education
News: Binge drinking on rise among minors
Capitol Report: Supreme Court throws out election spending limits
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire & Emergency Alerts Service
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – send news tips and volunteer
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Green Scene: State Senator Ben Hueso asks FAA to take action to protect Ocotillo residents from flashing lights on wind turbines
Destination East County: This week’s festivals, events and attractions
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Missing El Cajon Man David Marquez found dead off freeway exit in Crest
Health: Pertussis cases on rise in county
Jobs Talk: Congresswoman Susan Davis hosts career reentry and development program at SDSU
Public News Service: AARP offers free tax preparation services for seniors in CA
Newsmakers: Robin Reardon, Lakeside Riverpark Conservancy, on efforts to clean up San Diego River
Pubilc Service announcement: Donate to KNSJ, Network for Social Justice
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Friday, April 4, 2014
News: AT&T lobbying to get rid of land lines in next few years; Boulevard residents object in public meeting
News: DMV in El Cajon closing for remodeling until October
Crimebeat: Man found shot behind Lakeside Laundromat
Free defensible space workshop coming up in Julian Library
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Jobs Talk: Which jobs attract the most psychopaths?
Public service announcement: Ramona High School seeks donations of prom attire to help students in need
Spring Eggstravaganza at Santee Lakes
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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SDSU to commemorate 50 year anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. speech here -- seeks photos, transcript, or video
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
Bookshelf: Reina Menasche interviews Peggy Snyder, author of 10 Minute Cognitive Workout
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Public Service Announcement: National Weather Service seeks Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network weather observers in rural areas
Ready, Set, Grow: Plants to attract hummingbirds
Public News Service: AARP offers free tax preparation services for seniors
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts Service
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Monday, April 7, 2014
Politics: Councilman Mark Arapostathis announces he will challenge Mayor Art Madrid in La Mesa; Councilman Ernest Ewin won’t seek reelection, leaving two open seats
Newsmakers: Leon Thompson interviews Kathy Cassell, executive director of Lakeside’s Chamber of Commerce
News: California proposes to name state amphibian: endangered red legged frog immortalized in Mark Twain’s classic frog-jump tale
News: El Cajon to build new park in a day--designed by community members
Local Government Report: GUHSD , El Cajon, La Mesa, Helix Water Board, San Miguel Fire board, and Spring Valley Planning Group agenda highlights
Politics: League of Women Voters to host meet-the-candidates reception for San Diego races
Green Scene: Invenergy acquires Soitec solar facility in Borrego Springs
SDSU to commemorate 50 year anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. speech here -- seeks photos, transcript, or video
Public News Service: Bill to require epi-pens for allergic reactions in schools advances in Legislature
Public service announcement: National Weather Service seeks Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network weather observers in rural areas
Crimebeat: Borrego Springs residents rally against placement of child molester Terry Stone
Health report: Pertussis cases on rise
Public News Service: AARP offers free tax aid program to help seniors
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire & Emergency Alerts service
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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Newsmakers: Nancy Nunke, Hearts and Hands Animal Rescue, a zebra ranch and rescue facility in Ramona
News: binge drinking on rise; County reminds adults it’s a crime to hold underage drinking parties as spring break begins
Green Scene: Robin Reardon, Lakeside Riverpark Conservancy, on efforts to clean up San Diego River of invasive bamboo-like reeds
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Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Newsmaker: Frank Fotios Tsimboukakis, candidate for State Senate, challenging Senator Joel Anderson
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Scammers, Schemers and Swindlers: Corrupt employees selling driver’s licenses for cash at El Cajon Department of Motor Vehicles
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
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Public service announcement: East County Magazine, volunteer and send news tips
On the Road in East County: Profiling Lakeside, California’s colorful history and highlights of Lakeside today – from the rodeo to the riverfront
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Friday, April 11, 2014
Introduction
Public News Service: Women still lagging in pay; CA legislator holds hearing
Capitol Report: Senate Republicans block passage of Paycheck Protection Act
Crimebeat: Fishermen say shots fired at them along San Diego River
News: El Council votes to seek proposals from groups to rent or lease space at East County Performing Arts Center
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Jobs Talk: Report shows immigrants create small businesses at double the rate of other Americans
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
Public service announcement: Pool safety tips from Dept. of Environmental Health
Public service announcement: East County Magazine, volunteer and send news tips
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Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire & Emergency Alerts Service
Newsmakers: La Mesa Councilwoman Kristine Alessio and Craig Maxwell discuss their efforts to put a Term Limits measure on ballot
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Monday, April 14, 2014
Education: Grossmont Union High School District votes 4-1 to oppose unification efforts with Alpine Union High School District
California News Service: Bills would offer free preschool for low-income students, expand college financial aid to undocumented immigrants
News: Dog reunited with family nearly 7 years after 2007 wildfires-thanks to microchip
Green Scene: Daniel Sullivan, president and founder of Sullivan Solar on net metering decision by CPUC
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News: Proposed energy projects and more on Hammond properties in Boulevard area stir controversy
Crimebeat: Police doctored photos in murder trial of Shaima Alawadi
County News Service: rabbit rescues and responsibilities of rabbit ownership: think twice before giving a bunny for Easter
Crimebeat: Triple murder case remains unsolved; relatives held fundraiser in Lakeside to boost reward
Public service announcement: Viejas Wilidfire and Emergency Alerts
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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What to do over spring break: ECM staffers offer tips for students and parents
Scammers, schemers and swindlers: Corrupt employees selling driver’s licenses at El Cajon DMV
Bookshelf: Dr. Joy Carter (Dr. Joy), author, forensic pathology consultant, and columnist
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Introduction
ECM investigation: Slow Sheriff response times in rural areas
Border Patrol asks public to report suspicious ultra-light aircraft
Green Scene: Daniel Sullivan, Sullivan Solar, discusses incentives for rooftop vs. industrial solar and wind
Public service announcement: Viejas Wilidfire and Emergency Alerts
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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Newsmaker: Frank Fotios Tsimboukakis, Democrat challenger to Senator Joel Anderson
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
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Friday, April 18, 2014
Newsmakers: Craig Williams reveals understaffing and closures of rural fire stations under new County Fire Authority
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire & Emergency Alerts Service
Public Service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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News: Quail Brush applicant takes step to keep gas-fired project alive, asks for extension of suspension for a year
Capitol Report: Veterans lobby Congress to reduce suicides among veterans
News: La Mesa Council votes to allow Council members to continue receiving and sending cell phone messages during meetings, though public cannot
Green Scene: Supervisors extended PACE solar financing program to homeowners
News: Hundreds of butterflies and birds found dead, many burned, at Ivanpah and other solar facilities
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
News: dog reunited with 2007 fire survivors, thanks to microchip
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Monday, April 21, 2014
Newsmakers: Chris Lavin, editor of La Mesa Today newspaper, on latest news from La Mesa
Tribal Beat: Families file lawsuit alleging Jamul Indians desecrated human remains, seek injunction to halt casino construction
Green Scene: Solar roadways prototype installed
Public Service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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Education report: Hearing set in Alpine by County Board of Education on unification proposal
Sports report: Local athletes make big splash at US National synchronized swimming championship
News: Lakeside skate park to open
News: La Mesa Council votes to continue allowing council members to use cell phones in meetings, though public cannot
April is distracted driver awareness month
People Power: Tad Parzen, City Heights Partnership for Children discusses successful efforts to help local children
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FBI offers warning for college students traveling abroad: beware of espionage recruitment efforts
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts
Border Patrol asks public to report suspicious ultra-light aircraft
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Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Introduction
Sports: San DIego refugee wins Boston Marathon
Newsmakers: Taylor Smith, Chair of Performing Arts and Annie Zuckerman, music industry marketing instructor at Cuyamaca College preview Coyote Music Festival (song:Gonzalo: PTSD)
Crimebeat: Guilty plea in murder trial of Shaima Alawadi
U.S Dept. of Agriculture public service announcement: Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program seeks to attract veterans, young people and others to agriculture
News: Where do federal government’s revenues come from—and how are your tax dollars spent?
News: Consumers persuade General Mills to drop policy that took away customers’ rights to sue company if they like company on Facebook or downloaded coupons
Warning: Easter lilies are toxic to cats
News: County asks public to conserve water during drought
Health: U.S. FDA on verge of approving new drug treatment for a type of muscular dystrophy
Public Service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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Lakeside Rodeo preview: Interview with Betty Washburn
Destination East County: this week’s festivals, events and attractions
Where your tax dollars go
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Friday, April 25, 2014
Newsmakers: John Valencia and Laurie Corbin, Cuyamaca College Foundation on “Give the Dream” music video filming – community invited to participate
Politics: Mayor Art Madrid formally announces mayoral reelection bid
News: The show will go on at Ken Cinema after fans protested planned closure
Politics: Ethics controversies surround judicial candidate Ken Gosselin
Wildest Jobs in East County: Interview with rodeo clown Kevin Higley
Public Service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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News: El Cajon votes to fund San Diego Youth Choir
California News Service: bill would restrict antibiotics use in livestock
Monday, April 28, 2014
Politics: Crawford vs. Prager in Seat Nine Judicial Race: Douglas Crawford faces suspension of law license and racism complaints
Chariot Fire caused by Bureau of Land Management, attorney for fire survivors alleges
Capitol Report: 3 competing budgets introduced in Congress
News: Councilman Todd Gloria asks for minimum wage increase in San Diego
Jobs Talk: Dr. Larry Paul, President, Mt. Helix Toastmasters offers Speechcraft program to help job-seekers
Education: Grand Jury finds many San Diego schools have private foundations running website, lacking security and soliciting students for information
Chaldean Corner: Journey to the Sun production at Cuyamaca College depicts history from 6000 BC Babylon to immigrants newly arrived in U.S. in search for a better life
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
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Crimebeat: Federal and local charges filed against gang members, ranging from racketeering to murder
Sports: Injured veterans and service members to participate in horsemanship competition withTeam Semper Fi and Team America’s Fund
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Health: West Nile Virus update from County News Service
Education: Senator Marty Block’s bill for pilot program to allow community colleges to offer limited 4-year degrees passes key committee
News: Fatal hit and run accident in San Carlos
Green Scene: California Fish and Game Commission delays action on protecting gray wolves
News: Search and Rescue personnel save stallion found by Border Patrol fallen into ravine
News: General Mills drops controversial policy; customers who downloaded coupons or liked GM on Facebook were duped into giving up right to sue company
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts
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Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Viejas Emergency Alert: National Weather Service issues red flag alert for fire danger and high wind warning
Fire report: 3 fires scorched region; Nadin Abbott reports from Santee
News: 2 killed by drunk driver charged with murders
California News Service: FCC considers “speed lanes” on Internet, watchdogs call this a setback for consumers, say it would create separate but unequal access online if net neutrality is eliminated
Chaldean Corner: Iraq to hold elections, Iraqi immigrants cast ballots locally
News: San Diego Police seek information on fatal hit and run accident in San Carlos
Green Scene: California Fish and Game Commission delays action on protecting gray wolves
Health: West Nile Virus update from County News Service
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Green Scene: Disabled-friendly cabins open at Potrero County Park
Sports: : Injured veterans and service members to participate in horsemanship competition withTeam Semper Fi and Team America’s Fund
News: Ballot initiatives on the June ballot
Politics: FPPC weighs fine against Christian Voters group in East County for flyer lacking disclosure
News: Governor asks California residents to save water during drought; county offers videos on water-wise gardening tips
Sports: Harlem Globetrotters to offer basketball clinics in East County and San Diego
Public service announcement: East County Magazine – volunteer and send news tips
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts
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Bookshelf: Paul DeLancy, comedic author and economist
Interview with Robin Reardon, Lakeside Riverpark Conservancy, on arrundo control project to clean up local creeks
On the Road in East County: Jacumba Hot Springs, a town bubbling with activity (rerun)
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Sports: Sea Stars make a splash in national synchronized swimming competition
FBI warns students abroad to beware of espionage recruitment efforts
News: new skate park opens in Lakeside
Border Patrol asks public to report suspicious ultra-light aircraft
Public service announcement: Viejas Wildfire and Emergency Alerts
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