Environment
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Sure, it’s the holiday season. But did you know that here in San Diego County it’s also tick season? Here are seven tips to protect you and your pets on those long walks!
Public Safety
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The County of San Diego plans to close the Local Assistance Center at the Vista Library at 6 p.m. Tuesday, but will continue to run its CountyFireRecovery@sdcounty.ca.gov email and Recovery Assistance Hotline, at (858) 495-5200.
Public Safety
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The County will open a center Friday to help people living in and near areas burned by the Lilac fire by giving out free sandbags and fiber rolls to stabilize properties before winter rains arrive.
Agriculture
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When is a holiday gift not a gift? When it’s carrying pests and destruction. So do everyone a favor — don’t pack a pest!
Families
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There’s an easy way to feel good this holiday season — just put a smile on the face of a less fortunate kid. It’s easy to do. Simply drop off a new, unwrapped toy into the Toys for Tots donation box at one of four County airports.
Consumer
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The shopping-est time of the year is back! So remember: double-check all your receipts so you’re not overcharged by faulty cash register price scanners.
Consumer
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Thanksgiving — the biggest cooking day of the year. The last thing you want is to have your feast crashed by bacteria like salmonella, listeria and E. coli. Take our quiz to see if you know how to keep your family and friends safe!