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2017 Anza- Borrego Desert Photo Contest
If you haven't already done so, photographers are being invited to submit entries for the 2017 Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest. The Anza-Borrego Foundation is partnering with the Borrego Art Institute to present this years... — Updated 9/19/2016
J & T Tire Pros Merger
J & T Tire Pros in Borrego Springs, have made their merger official. As Jake and Tito put up their new sign outside the shop, in Jake Perry's words: "The merger has finally been sealed."... — Updated 9/16/2016
Julian Back-Country Antique Trail
San Diego's backcountry is under the spotlight with Julian showcasing its new 'Julian Back-Country Antique Trail map'. Julian artist Leslie Crouch, of Wet Duck Design, has done a beautiful job of creating a simple artistic design... — Updated 9/16/2016
Kicking off the School Season
The school year is in full swing and the new faces are hopefully starting to settle in, while the parents have gotten over their first day nerves and making the most of the freetime. Buddy Seifert has a great article in this... — Updated 9/16/2016
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Better Together to Help Military Families
On Sept. 8, leading officials will announce 'Better Together: A Military Public Private Partnership', aimed at helping military and veteran families. Organized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and recognized by both the... — Updated 9/16/2016
West Nile Virus Season - "Prevent, Protect, Report"
It hasn't rained in months and the region is still mired in a drought, but that hasn't stopped the spread of illness or the mosquitoes that carry them. Environmental health officials warn that drought can actually increase... — Updated 9/16/2016
Julian Hops into the News
September is one of the best times of the year for local brewers, with hop harvest season starting NBC San Diego put fifteen local breweries under the spotlight. Nickel Beer Co. in Julian being one of them. "This is my favorite... — Updated 9/16/2016
Tribes Coming Together Against Pipeline
Desiree Franco, vice-chairwoman of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians will be one of many of the tribe who are taking a 23-hour trip to North Dakota today Sat. Sept.10. Members of the Torres Martinez tribe are helping approximately 2000 members of the Standing Rock Sioux... — Updated 9/10/2016
Salton City - Border Arrests
Lorenzo Ramirez a 24-year-old United States citizen, who had an active arrest warrant out of Northern California was arrested Wed. Sept. 7 by Border Patrol agents at the Highway 86 checkpoint. Ramirez had been referred to... — Updated 9/10/2016
Gas Station 'Skimmers'
Residents are being warned to keep their eyes open the next time they fill up at the gas pump. Someone has been installing scanning devices known as "skimmers" inside credit card readers at gas stations across the county. Capable of stealing credit or debit card information,... — Updated 9/10/2016
Does San Diego County Owe You Money?
Time is running out to see if San Diego County owes you part of $352,000 in unclaimed monies. Only 54 people have filed claims for 1,158 refunds. How much money could you get? Go online before Sept. 12 to find out! On July 14, San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan... — Updated 9/9/2016
Petition - Better Safer Roads for S-22
Local residents are banding together hoping to change the state of the road conditions along the S-22. Lynda Montgomery of Borrego Springs, has set up a petition on Change.org which, once reached 100 signatures, will be delivered... — Updated 9/8/2016
West Nile Virus - County Larvicide Application
The County of San Diego Vector Control Program (VCP) will conduct its seventh aerial mosquito larvicide application of the 2016 mosquito season at large waterbodies known to breed mosquitoes throughout the county on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. A helicopter will apply larvicide... — Updated 9/8/2016
Julian Arts Guild - Art Show
Visitors are out in force this Labor day weekend to see an exhibition of local artists. Julian Arts Guild are putting on their annual show with a plethora of different mediums on display. If you haven't yet ventured up the... — Updated 9/8/2016
Red Flag Fire Warning - Update
A red flag fire warning issued by the National Weather Service has been extended and will continue through to Monday evening, for strong gusty winds and low humidity. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor... — Updated 9/7/2016
Borrego Springs - Community Clean Up
All volunteers are welcome and as well as keeping the town beautiful, it's a great way of socializing. The first Sat. of every month, volunteers meet up at Christmas Circle to get rid of any garbage that has blown in to town. The Chamber provides the garbage bags and grabbers, so... — Updated 9/7/2016
Salton Sea - Odor Alert
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued an odor advisory due to elevated levels hydrogen sulfide from the Salton Sea. Hourly average concentrations of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) peaked in the evening of September 5 at 45 parts per billion immediately downwind of... — Updated 9/6/2016
Julian Art Show - This weekend
Some of the newest and greatest works from local artists will be on show in Julian this weekend. In addition to the regular exhibit, there will be a raffle of donated fine art items to benefit the Julian School District, where art... — Updated 9/5/2016
Jamul- Lyons Fire Update
The Lyons Fire, is reported to be 60% contained after 100 firefighters and half a dozen firefighting aircraft, worked aggressively to beat back the bush fire on Lyons Creek Lane. Homes had been under threat from flames towering 30... — Updated 9/5/2016
Gangs, Tobacco and Sea in Sacramento
As the end of session is called by the lawmakers, the Salton Sea is not the only hot topic being discussed. Here are some of the highlights of notable bills passed this week. AB 635 by Assemblywoman Toni Atkins requires the Department of Health Care Services to study how best to... — Updated 9/3/2016
State Senator Ben Hueso - New Bill for Salton Sea
State Senator Ben Hueso announces that Senate Bill 859 has made its way to the Governor’s desk. The budget-related measure contains a proposal that would allocate $1.4 million to the Salton Sea. “While we still have a long way to go, every bit of funding for the Salton Sea wil... — Updated 9/3/2016
Salton Sea - Missing Person
The Quartzsite Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a 65-year-old woman who was last seen in Quartzsite approximately two years ago and is believed to be in the Salton Sea area. Lt. Mike Ewald said that... — Updated 9/2/2016
Salton Sea - Border Agents, $840K of Cocaine Seized
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a woman suspected of drug smuggling after they discovered packages of cocaine hidden in her vehicle on Wed. Aug. 31. The incident occurred after a woman driving a recent model BMW 328i approached the checkpoint. where a Border Patrol... — Updated 9/2/2016
Salton Sea - 3.1 Quake
The U.S. Geological Survey have reported a shallow magnitude 3.1 earthquake was registered early morning, on Wed. Aug. 31 eight miles from Salton City. The temblor occurred at 12:04 a.m. PDT at a depth of 4.3 miles. According to the USGS, the epicenter was 28 miles from... — Updated 9/2/2016
White House Steps in to Move Salton Sea Projects Forward
The White House has stepped forward in the fight to save the Salton Sea, a move designed to prove the federal government's commitment to save the Sea and the communities surrounding it. According to a statement from the White House, Wednesday's announcements include: A memorandum... — Updated 9/2/2016
