Eagles even football record with last-minute thriller, 38-31

The Granite Hills Eagles had their team depth tested in last Friday’s non-league game at Mater Dei Catholic High School in the wake of a 44-29 loss at Oceanside in Week...

County celebrates parks

By Sir Milo LoftinCOUNTY OF SAN DIEGO COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE County Parks and Recre­ation is celebrating 80 years of service, meaning eight de­cades of preserving natural spaces, expanding recreation­al access and supporting com­munity...

Nearly 30,000 students return to regional campuses

PROVIDED BY GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COLLEGE DISTRICT The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District on Aug. 24 welcomed thousands of stu­dents for the fall semester. According to district staff, Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges offer affordable pathways to...

Greetings from library patrons

September begins with a chance to show thanks to some of our country’s eldest veterans. On Sept. 1, guests gathered after school to make cards and letters for veterans. They made...

Prepare the landscape for the change of seasons

As summer comes to an end, it’s time to prepare landscapes for fall and winter. Proper fall care helps increase plants’ win­ter survival, supports pollina­tors, and promotes the overall health, longevity,...

San Diego County’s pursuit of ethics reforms may also help consolidate Democratic control

By Robert Greene San Diego County voters will see a measure on their Novem­ber ballot that looks at first blush a lot like the sweeping overhaul passed two years ago by their...

Shaping early Alpine

DISTRICT’S FIRST TEACHER LEFT HER MARK ON REGION  In 1875, Emma G. Everhart became the first teacher of the newly established Alpine School District, teaching children at the George Wash­ington Webb Ranch...

Law enforcement should receive Covid-19 vaccine

“Shocked and disappointed.” That was the response local law enforcement had to the San Diego County Board of Supervi­sors voting down my proposal to immediately vaccinate law en­forcement personnel. Only Su­pervisor...

Family Halloween activities are frightfully abundant

Lions Tigers & Bears in Alpine is holding its Spooky Campover Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. Camp out in the countryside and sleep under the stars with the sanctuary animals at...

Thought for the Week: How may I serve?

As a spiritual being housed temporarily on this earth plane, we are here to reveal and be the presence of the divine in expres­sion. One of the ways we do this...

Designer is all sewn up

Alpine resident Diana Cavagnaro is a milliner, creating artistic creations that can be worn on your head. Her couture hat designs include fascinators, couture hats, berets, bridal headwear and more. She...

Good lawn starts with the right seed

Growing a healthy lawn in a more sustainable manner is better for the environment and can also help reduce mainte­nance. As a major component of landscapes, they provide liv­ing surfaces for...

Public weighs in on Loveland a second time

The Sweetwater Authority held its second com­munity workshop for the Loveland (Reservoir) Trail Improvements on March 14 at the Alpine Women’s Club. Sweetwater Authority General Manager Carlos Quintero said there were a...

Amaryllis colors winter doldrums

Add unique flare to this winter’s indoor garden and décor with double amaryllis. The several layers of colorful petals are sure to make a statement wherever they are displayed. Start the amaryllis...
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