Month: October 2019

Health
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Compassion is the Prescription for Care at County Psychiatric Hospital

Oct. 14, 2019 | 1:29 PM

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The County has added more than $54 million to this year’s Behavioral Health Services budget, along with dozens of new positions and investments throughout the county. But, as a visit with the caring and compassionate staff at the County’s Psychiatric Hospital shows, treating mental illness is an extremely complex process and funding is just one of the many challenges.

Government

New Annual Report Reflects New Era

Oct. 10, 2019 | 10:14 AM

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The County of San Diego saw a changing of the guard this last fiscal year. Two new supervisors joined the ranks of longtime veterans on the County Board of Supervisors, and they raised the stakes on overcoming the region’s challenges. The newly released 2018-2019 Annual Report offers highlights of how the County is making strides on new priorities while still maintaining the services San Diegans have come to expect.

Government

An Orchid in the Desert

Oct. 9, 2019 | 12:15 PM

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A trio of County facilities in the desert community of Borrego Springs – the recently opened library, park and Sheriff’s substation – have been recognized with a prestigious architectural award.

Public Safety
Smoldering vehicle following a wildfire.

Take Extra Precautions During Fire Weather Watch, Peak Fire Season

Oct. 8, 2019 | 11:57 AM

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Residents are asked to use extreme caution with fire sources such as power tools and cigarettes due to Santa Ana winds expected to sweep through San Diego County mountains and inland valleys Thursday and Friday. The arrival of the fall’s first Santa Ana is a reminder that it is peak fire season, and the region’s dry brush and grasses could potentially ignite a dangerous wildfire and threaten communities.