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 By Jeannie Beck    Towns

Banjos and Fiddles Filled Julian's Town Hall on Saturday

District 7 of the California State Old Time Fiddlers Association presented the 2015 Julian Fiddle & Pickin' Contest on Saturday, May 30 at the Julian Town Hall. This contest is the outgrowth of a decades-long tradition formerly... — Updated 7/21/2015

 

Lost Couple Has Been Found in Warner Springs: Update

Couple missing after leaving Valley View Casino on Mother's Day have been found in remote area of Warner Springs. Dianna Bedwell, 67, has survived, while partner Cecil Knutson did not. The couple apparently took a short-cut to get to their son's house in La Quinta but never... — Updated 7/21/2015

 
 By Celeste Misch    Towns

Man Walks 20 Miles per day Along the Salton Sea

Randy Brown begins his 116 mile journey around the Salton Sea on June 9 at 6:00 a.m. from the North Shore Yacht Club, arriving back at his starting point approximately noon on Sunday, June 14. Brown plans to walk 10 to 20 miles a... — Updated 7/21/2015

 
 By Paddie Connelly    Towns

West Shores High School Student is Awarded Bill Gates Millennium Scholarship

ZISS! BOOM! BAH! An amazing pyrotechnical display is in the works. Yep, it's true: The 2nd Annual West Shores Fireworks Extravaganza is scheduled for Saturday, June 27 at Johnson's Landing. The hijinx starts at 5:00 p.m. and will i... — Updated 6/15/2015

 
 By Jeannie Beck    Towns

Bellydancers Perform for the Crowd in Wynola

Mountain Tribal Gypsy is a colorful improvisational bellydance troupe from Julian who performed at Wynola Pizza on May 29. Women traditionally performed belly dancing for other women, but these days, anyone can enjoy the dance.... — Updated 6/10/2015

 
 By Trish Luberte    Towns

A Father's Day Tour of the Hubbell House

Once Again, visitors are invited to the hand-built home, studios and gardens of James Hubbell in Julian, on Sunday, June 21. This unique artist and designer is internationally revered for his ecological and inventive art and... — Updated 6/5/2015

 
 By Jeannie Beck    Towns

The Salton Sea Ground Shakes with a 4.1 Earthquake

The Salton Sea was hit by a 4.1 magnitude earthquake on May 20 at 8:15 p.m. Five aftershocks ranging from 2.6 to 3.3 magnitude followed over the next few hours. The earthquakes were centered near the southern edge of the Salton Sea and several were felt by the locals who live in... — Updated 6/4/2015

 
 By Trish Luberte    Towns

Visit and Learn About Wine-making at Emerald Creek Winery

Emerald Creek Winery, 38642 HI 79 South, Warner Springs, CA Experienced winemaker, Michael Tingsley, oversees production of the fine artisinal wines. "This mineral rich soil nurtures our vines and allows us to produce the finest... — Updated 5/28/2015

 
 By DENNY DuVall    Towns

The Lincoln Automobile Continued

The 1930 Lincoln was powered by a 385 cubic inch L-head V-8 engine with three main bearings and a Stromberg carburetor that developed 90 horsepower, and was coupled to a three speed sliding gear transmission. This was installed in... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Trish Luberte    Towns

Day Trip to Santa Ysabel's Mission and Wynola Market

The Franciscan monks, under the leadership of Father Fernando Martin, requested that a 'sub mission' of the San Diego missions be established to accommodate 230 'Catholicized' Native Americans. This Mission was also intended to... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Jeannie Beck    Towns

Beer Insprired by Conservation and Desert Landscapes

The Anza-Borrego Foundation (ABF) will be collaborating with Nickel Beer Company to create a beer inspired by the spirit of conservation and a love for the desert landscapes of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (ABDSP). The... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Paddie Connelly    Towns

SeaView Elementary School Awards Students and Teachers

HATS OFF! To SeaView Elementary School, its superlative staff and student body who warmly welcomed West Shores Lions Clubbers President Fred Guibault, Secretary Paddie Connelly and Director Pat Brewer to a very special awards... — Updated 5/22/2015

 

EcoMedia to 'Save Our Sea' in Salton City

EcoMedia Compass had a grand opening event in Salton City on April 18, 2015. EcoMedia is an environmental education 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. In 2011 it began the Save Our Sea (SOS) campaign and since that time has hosted many events to raise awareness about the Salton... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Denny DuVall    Towns

Dos de Mayo was Held in Julian

The Julian 4th of July Committee and the Julian Chamber of Commerce hosted a 'Dos de Mayo' dinner and dance on May 2, at the Julian Town Hall, The dinner was held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. downstairs and the dance, upstairs from 7:00... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Trish Luberte    Towns

Borregan Takes Day Trip to Warner Springs

Warner Springs What to Know: Highway 79 through Julian or - it passes right through Warner Springs. One big intersection says it all. This old highway is the original Stage Coach Route used from 1858 - 1861. This vital historic rou... — Updated 5/22/2015

 
 By Paddy Connelly    Towns

Salton Sea Says a Farewell and a Welcome

So Long … Farewell … Auf Wiedersehen … Adieu. Well, the old adage has been proven once again: “All good things must come to an end.” Our friends, Mary and Randy Rynearson at the Salton City Hardware Store are rolling up the sidewalks and scouting out new and exciting adventures. W... — Updated 5/22/2015