Government

Dianne Jacob to Chair Board of Supervisors

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Supervisor Dianne Jacob was unanimously voted chairwoman of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors for 2017 on Tuesday. Newly sworn-in Supervisor Kristin Gaspar will serve as Vice Chairwoman and Greg Cox as Chairman Pro Tem.

Parks and Rec

12 Trails to Try in 2017

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County Parks has so many trails, it’s hard to know where to begin. We connected with Scott Turner, outdoor enthusiast, Modern Hiker contributor and co-author for the next edition of “Afoot & Afield in San Diego County” to get a short list of our trails to try in the New Year. Here are his recommendations, by month, at County parks and preserves across San Diego.

Public Safety

GALLERY: Law Enforcement Makes Beary Special Delivery to Children’s Hospital

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Local law enforcement officers converged on Rady Children’s Hospital Tuesday morning to take part in a special operation: the delivery of thousands of donated stuffed bears to patients.

Parks and Rec

Happy Holiday Happenings at Parks

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Make your holiday season merry and bright with a visit to a San Diego County Parks and Recreation event. Parks will host several holly jolly holiday happenings this month. Don’t miss a traditional tree lighting ceremony or your chance to meet Santa.

Parks and Rec

Take the Warrior Hike Challenge

| 12:47 PM

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Celebrate Veterans Day weekend with an unforgettable hike to the top of San Diego’s El Capitan. Channel your inner warrior by heading out on County Parks and Recreation’s second annual Veterans Day Warrior Hike challenge at El Capitan County Preserve on Saturday, Nov. 12.