This week in The Alpine Sun

Lead Stories

Local fire councils honored at county event  
As the threat of forest fire heats up, local and countywide fire officials are campaigning for a cool season. At a special event held Wednesday, Sept. 13, fire officials from the California Department of Forestry, the U.S. Forest Service, and Farmers Insurance Service gathered at the new Alpine Fire Station to honor local fire safe councils.  

Residents raise concerns over AUSD politics  
Alpine Union School District board members heard from concerned residents last Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the group’s regular meeting. Concerns over recent items read in the paper, left some Alpine citizens worried that our school district’s Board of Trustees may be going on a political bent. The board members assured all present, that the board members were not politically minded, and the students were always the first priority in their business.  

Choosing your electoral college reps
On Nov. 7 of this year residents in California and across the nation will vote for various local and statewide representatives. Those state candidates will play a huge role in the election of the next President in 2008, thanks to the electoral college system.   

Lutz trial delayed: Defense requests more time to prepare
The murder trial of Jeremy John Lutz has been delayed to Jan. 29, 2007, after his new attorney requested more time to prepare for the defense in the 2005 slaying of a Lakeside man.  

Art festival will feature local talent
The kick-off event of the month-long Viejas Days is the Second Annual Alpine Art Festival to be held Saturday, Sept. 30 at the Alpine Community Center. 
 
Ex-presidential aide to Carter joins local candidates at picnic  
Midge Costanza, former White House advisor to President Jimmy Carter, was among the star-studded guest list at East County United’s, “Picnic with the Candidates: Celebration in the Park” on Sunday, Sept. 17 at Santee Lakes Park.

Perfect eyesight; Miracle or Myth
You’ve seen and heard the advertisements. You know the ones that promise perfect eyesight — throw away those contacts or glasses. You may have a friend or relative that has opted to have laser vision correction. For some the results have been great, for others, a tragedy.

Portion of Dead Sea Scrolls will make local tour next summer
East County and San Diego folks have a special treat to look forward to and plan for next summer. They can take a trip back in time to 250 B.C. through 70 C.E. by visiting the San Diego Museum of Natural History anytime between June 29, 2007 to Dec, 31, 2007.

News in Photos: Arts and Crafts Association Fall Show
 

Columns/Opinion

My Turn with Mike Thometz: Campo voters need local history reminder

Spiritual Sunrise with Merry Murray: Asking God for what you need is a good thing

Just The Fact's Ma'am with Carol Lovejoy: Will we be welcoming a new neighbor soon?

Good Health Naturally with Dr. Darrel Crain: Lack of sleep could be taking its toll



Sports

El Capitan remains undefeated, but Eagles fall to Spartans

Alpine Mountaineers continue to improve as season progresses