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“Microbusinesses” Could Receive $2,500 COVID-19 Relief Grants

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Microbusinesses across San Diego County hurt by COVID-19 could soon be getting $2,500 boosts after County supervisors approved a grant program Tuesday funded in part by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.

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Rodent Tests Positive for Hantavirus, First Local Detection in 2022

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A wild vole ― a small, mouse-like rodent ― collected in routine monitoring in an open, rural area in Chula Vista has tested positive for hantavirus, the first local detection of the potentially deadly disease in 2022.

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Board Unanimously Approves 2-year Home Kitchen Ordinance

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The Board of Supervisors Wednesday unanimously approved a two-year temporary authorization of an ordinance that will ultimately allow people to legally operate “mini-restaurants” out of their homes.

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Fletcher Named Board Chair for Second Consecutive Year

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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to select Supervisor Nathan Fletcher to serve as Chair of the Board for the second consecutive year.

Environment
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It’s the Most Recyclable Time of the Year!

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It’s the most — recyclable — time of the year! Think about it. The holiday season brings all kinds of recyclable things into our homes, from wrapping paper and packages, to yes, even our Christmas trees if you’re using a real one.