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Duo Dead at Double O
On Friday July 19, the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office determined that Corey Sides, 43, shot his mother Ann Sides, 71, and then turned the gun on himself at her home that they shared in the 2900 block of Double O Road... — Updated 8/7/2019
San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Awards $146K
The San Diego Regional Fire Foundation (Fire Foundation) announced $51,000 in additional 2019 grants to local fire agencies to further improve the system of fire and emergency services in San Diego County. The Fire Foundation is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and has... — Updated 7/30/2019
Stipulated Judgement on GSP in the Works
In his overview of the terms of a potential negotiated solution regarding water rights and management of the Borrego Springs sub-basin, BWD attorney Steve Anderson elaborated on the proposed governance system during the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) implementation phase.... — Updated 7/30/2019
Another Year Counting Bighorn Sheep
A significant citizen science project is underway at press time as nearly 100 volunteers spread out to some of Anza-Borrego's most remote places for the annual census of desert bighorn sheep. Braving summer temperatures and rugged... — Updated 7/30/2019
Quake Rolls Through Borrego
Aside from Fourth of July celebrations and enjoyment, Southern California was in for quite the shock, after two large earthquakes shook the lower-east Central Californian region of Ridgecrest. The rock was felt in parts of Southern California and Nevada, as far as Los Angeles and... — Updated 7/30/2019
Terms to be Made Public for Stipulated Agreement on GSP
The Sun has learned the Borrego Water District Board of Directors will be discussing and reviewing a Term Sheet that outlines a possible Stipulated Agreement by all pumpers in the Borrego Springs Sub Basin. The Term Sheet includes language that accelerates pumping reductions in... — Updated 7/22/2019
Club Circle Raising Water Funds
With a sale of the Borrego Springs Resort (BSR) pending, officials at Club Circle are seeking funds to continue maintenance of the 9-hole golf course surrounding it. Club Circle needed to purchase water from the BSR to ensure a 90-day supply, and they achieved that goal, but are... — Updated 7/22/2019
California Gas Prices On The Rise
With the temperatures on the rise for the summer, so are the gas prices. As you’re filling up your tank for a fun summer road trip or for your daily commute to work, you’ll notice it’ll cost you a bit more than usual. California’s gas tax increased July 1, adding 5.6 cents t... — Updated 7/22/2019
Soroptimist 2020 Blue Book: Additions, Changes, Deletions
The 52nd edition of the Soroptimist of Borrego Springs Phone Directory, popularly known as the Blue Book, is being updated. If you have changes to your listing or are new to the community and wish to be in the 2020 Blue Book, please send an e-mail to bssoroptimist@yahoo.com. Be... — Updated 6/27/2019
Memorial Day at Christmas Circle
A hundred or so Borregans gathered on a mild Spring day May 27 at Christmas Circle, to help remind us all of the ultimate sacrifice so many have given in service to America. The event started with a posting of Colors, the Pledge... — Updated 6/26/2019
2019 Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest Online People's Choice Winners
The Online People's Choice Winners of the 2019 Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest were announced the week of May 20, via Anza-Borrego Foundation's Instagram and Facebook pages. The Online People's Choice is a voting contest... — Updated 6/26/2019
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Trevor McSpadden Rocks at Dreamweaver
Nothing like a free concert on a gorgeous evening over Memorial Day weekend to bring out a hundred or so concert-goers, adults and lots of kids alike, to help close out the season here in Borrego. Last year at this time, temperatur... — Updated 6/26/2019
Jeremy Goes Home
Rams Hill Executive Chef Jeremy Manley, having made his mark in Borrego Springs cuisine these past two years, is returning to his hometown up the hill in Julian at the end of June, to take over the full-time operations of his fine-dining restaurant, Jeremy’s On the Hill, one of S... — Updated 6/26/2019
GSP Public Comments: Borrego Springs Sponsor Group
The public comment period has ended for the draft Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), and in the next few issues of the Borrego Sun, we will be presenting a few excerpts, beginning with those from a letter submitted to the County by the Borrego Springs Community Group under the... — Updated 6/21/2019
CPUC Denies SDG&E Request to Eliminate HUC
Tens of thousands of San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) customers may continue to see a High Usage Charge (HUC) on their bills after the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) denied SDG&E’s request to have the state-mandated charge eliminated or suspended. Last summer, m... — Updated 6/21/2019
Borrego Days Planning Meeting Summary
Theme: Bloom in Borrego T-Shirts: Proposal is being given by Wet Duck Design in Julian Grand Marshal: Jim Desmond, District 5 Supervisor National Anthem: Sung by Borrego Springs Elementary Students Bands: No official judging this year Audio Engineer: Recommendations needed Music... — Updated 6/18/2019
Earthquake Swarm – No Big One Yet
Over the past 10 days, an earthquake swarm has struck in the Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, scientist at Caltech and the U.S. Geoglogical Survey said. But not to worry, as this will not trigger the “Big One.” Scientists discovered that human-created changes affecting the... — Updated 6/18/2019
Legionnaire of the Year
He's been a Borregan since 2014, and Dale Jones' list of local organizations for which he volunteers speaks to his personal sense of duty to help Borrego Springs thrive. "I believe in our community," he said. So much so, that he... — Updated 6/18/2019
Howitzer Journey Ends at the AL Post #853
If you lived in Borrego in 2010, the wait has ended. Nine years ago, Legion Post #853 ordered a Howitzer for static display. The wheels of military supply bureaucracy apparently grind very, very slowly, but it arrived from the Anniston Army Depot in Oxford, Alabama May 20, and... — Updated 6/18/2019
Tashi: A Spontaneuos Event
With only a few hours of advanced notice, about a dozen Borregans fortunate enough to be around and in the loop of notification back on May 11, were treated to a fascinating demonstration of artist-at-work at Christmas Circle by a... — Updated 6/18/2019
Borrego Entrepreneurs, Part III: Sudsy Sue
She lives a quiet, peaceful life in 14-acre canyon oasis, tucked into the foothills abutting the Anza-Borrego State Park. Her stone dwelling is dug into the side of a hill, providing insulation from extreme summer heat and winter... — Updated 6/18/2019
Swainson's Hawkwatch, Another Season Done
Hawk Watch 2019 is over, but once again the dedicated band of volunteers who observe and record passage of migrating Swainson's Hawks each spring were rewarded by the spectacular show of nature on the move. Borrego resident Hal... — Updated 6/18/2019
Be A Volunteer, Help Your Community
Take some time and volunteer at your Borrego Springs Chamber of Commerce! Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 760-767-5555. ------------------------------ Help the Borrego Springs Senior Center deliver meals to the homebound. Volunteers must be licensed drivers with a reliable... — Updated 6/3/2019
Death in de Anza
Borrego Springs resident Christine Tate was found dead in her home at de Anza. The cause of death at the time of print is unknown. More information will be provided in the June 13 issue of the Borrego Sun.... — Updated 6/3/2019
Summer Time Has Come, Who is Open?
Many establishments in Borrego Springs are gearing up for the summer and closing up, while many others will remain open with updated hours for the time being. The Coyote Den at de Anza will be open Thursday to Saturday for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from... — Updated 6/3/2019
