Government
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The County of San Diego is proclaiming a local emergency on behalf of Chairwoman Nora Vargas and the Board of Supervisors in anticipation that resources and assistance from the state and federal governments may be needed as a result of Tropical Cyclone Hilary.
Environment
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Lithium-ion battery fires are at an all-time high, according to the San Diego Fire Hazardous Materials Team. These batteries store a large amount of energy and pose a threat if not disposed of properly. They can overheat, catch fire, or even explode.
Public Safety
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Weather forecasters say Tropical Cyclone Hilary could bring rains and wind to San Diego County and Southern California, and County and CAL FIRE officials are offering advice and free sandbags for people living in the unincorporated County.
Families
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The future of small business is bright in Santee. Nearly 50 youth-run businesses filled the gymnasium at West Hills High School showing off products as diverse as donut shaped soaps, campfire starters made from flowers and micro-aquariums with live fish swimming around small glass bottles. The young participants pitched their products and services to hundreds […]
Elections
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Counting ballots takes time, even for a special election like the Fourth Supervisorial District Special Primary Election. So, what can you expect on election night? The first set of unofficial election night results will come in shortly after 8 p.m.
Health
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Twenty-nine juniors and seniors from 15 county-area high schools learned public health topics important to their age group and what careers in public health look like, at the inaugural Public Health Advocate Camp.
Health
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Community members can learn ways to prepare for an emergency like a fire or earthquake at a resource fair and panel discussion Saturday, August 19, 12:30 p.m. at the Ramona Library (1275 Main Street).