Parks and Rec
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County Parks and Recreation is celebrating 80 years of service, meaning eight decades of preserving natural spaces, expanding recreational access and supporting community well-being.
Consumer
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Back to school season is here, and so is the shopping spree that comes with it. As you stock up on supplies, clothes and lunchbox essentials, it’s the perfect time for a quick reminder: always double check your receipts. Even the best stores can accidentally overcharge — and those small errors add up.
Parks and Rec
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Three County parks will close for the month of August as temperatures peak, an annual safety measure aimed at protecting residents during what is often the hottest time of the year.
Health
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The County is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella linked to Ramona Family Naturals Market. The County has recorded 13 confirmed and probable cases since June 21, 2026.
Library
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Comic‑Con is back, bringing thousands of fans to San Diego from around the world to celebrate comics, movies, creators, pop culture and all things fandom. To join in the excitement, County Library has put together a special “Celebrate Comic‑Con” reading list featuring nearly 300 titles available to borrow.
Agriculture
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has expanded a Mexican fruit fly quarantine in San Diego County after the pest was detected during routine inspections in El Cajon and Spring Valley.
Health
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County workers found West Nile virus in two dead crows picked up near Rolando and Skyline. This is a good reminder that people should take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites, because mosquitoes can spread the virus.