VIDEO: Beat the Heat at a Cool Zone
Jun. 23, 2016 | 3:31 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
There are more than 100 designated “Cool Zones” around the County. Find one near you and chill out.
Stories by Andy Tolley
Dick Van Dyke Tells Seniors to Stay Active
Jun. 15, 2016 | 5:33 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Entertainment legend Dick Van Dyke was the keynote speaker at the County of San Diego’s 2016 Aging Summit Wednesday. The summit included panels focused on various issues for seniors, such as housing, transportation, civic engagement and dementia-friendly communities. After his speech, the 90-year-old Van Dyke shared a few additional remarks about the importance of staying […]
VIDEO: Community Celebrates New Alpine Library
May 23, 2016 | 8:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
A positive sign for its future, the new Alpine library drew in a very large crowd to help celebrate its grand opening. The building is a zero-net energy facility, using as much energy as it produces. The community hub will offer up classes for every age, study areas, local artwork and so much more.
VIDEO: New Alpine Library Boasts Zero-Net Energy
May 16, 2016 | 2:33 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The new Alpine Library branch will not only use half as much energy required as the other County libraries, but all energy needed to run the building will be produced onsite
VIDEO: Alternatives to Detention Gives Youth Sense of Direction
May 11, 2016 | 12:25 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
He was looking at two to three years behind bars, but thanks to a program funded by the Probation Department, this teen is getting a second chance.
VIDEO: Stone Store Museum Helps Preserve Campo History
Apr. 29, 2016 | 1:57 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Take a look inside the Campo Stone Store and learn how a gun fight played a role in its structure.
VIDEO: It’s Time to Cut Back that Brush
Apr. 14, 2016 | 1:29 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Unfortunately, El Nino may have increased the fire hazards in our region. How maintaining a low-fuel defensible space around your home can help.