Health
Reading Time: 2 minutesCounty public health officials are warning San Diegans not to eat or drink raw milk products or give them to their pets because of the heightened risk for H5N1, or bird flu.
Health
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe process of creating art is therapeutic and can improve mental health, decrease anxiety, build self esteem and improve social skills. County Behavioral Health art programs are extremely popular and the beautiful results were on display at a public art show where clients celebrated their work with their peers and an audience.
Government
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAll public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Government
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn San Diego County’s unincorporated areas, there are pockets where high-speed internet is unavailable, unreliable or unaffordable. The County is working to reduce the digital gap and has made available $9 million in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act for broadband infrastructure.
Families
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe holiday season is prime time for scammers, with thousands of older adults scammed each year in San Diego County.
Consumer
Reading Time: 2 minutesJingle bells, jingle bells, Santa’s on his way! Oh what fun the holidays are when you recycle the right way; hey! Here’s how!
Public Safety
Reading Time: 2 minutesA San Diego County Probation Youth Development and Community Support Services special projects supervisor has received the California Probation Employee of the Year.
Animals, Families, Housing, Transportation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA dozen smiling dogs with wildly wagging tails led by Navy officers headed out to a Bonita trail for some exercise and fun Friday. This community service gives dogs a break from the shelter environment and lets them really stretch their legs. At the same time, it also helps advertise the foster program and adoption in the community. Visit fostering/Dogs Day Out on the San Diego County Department of Animal Services website to learn more about the program.
Health
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs flu cases continue to increase, County public health doctors are reminding San Diegans to take care of themselves and loved ones this holiday season.
Government
Reading Time: 3 minutesTen local, small non-profit organizations are celebrating after winning $100,000 each in equity impact grants and a year’s worth of custom coaching designed to further their missions, advancing equity and belonging throughout the region.