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April 1, 2025
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A tragedy at Las Pulgas and the mysterious carpenter – Midweek and Weekend Reads
Springtime Monkey-Flower blossoms, Black Oak sprouting new leaves, Desert Agaves can reach 10-20 feet
Monkey-flowers of various species are putting on an excellent display this month around San Diego. Look for these low, shrublike plants with their tubular flowers wherever native vegetation clothes the landscape — from the coastal …
April 1, 2025
Why disturb San Diego's dead?
In recent months, there have been troubling reports of disrespect, vandalism, and accidents at cemeteries and memorials across San Diego County.On March 20, at around 9:00 pm, Irene T. saw a woman at the historic …
April 1, 2025
Court rejects San Diego County's transportation plan
The county has lost again in a battle brought by environmental groups over its transportation guidelines for new development.On March 28, California's Fourth District Court of Appeals reversed a Superior Court of San Diego County …
April 1, 2025
Smithereens concert, Goodguys show, Latino book fest, flora hike, San Marcos Spring Fling
Thursday | 3The SmithereensFounded in New Jersey circa 1980, The Smithereens have released over a dozen albums and performed over 2500 concerts. Since the December 2017 death of founding vocalist Pat DiNizio, the group has …
April 1, 2025
Fish Report: Windy week keeps angler numbers down
Head: Dock Totals 3/23 – 3/29: 688 anglers aboard 29 half-day to 3-day trips out of San Diego landings over the past week caught 15 bonito, 10 calico bass, 2 halfmoon, 18 halibut (15 released), 80 …
April 1, 2025
Movie Review: THE PENGUIN LESSONS (2024)
THE PENGUIN LESSONS (2024) Peter Cattaneo. Writers: Jeff Pope from a memoir by Tom Michell / Cinematographer: Xavi Giménez (1.85:1) / Designer: Isona Rigau / Editor: Robin Peters / Music: Federico Jusid / Color: Quique …
April 1, 2025