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By Frank Sabatini Jr.
Forget acai bowls and kale salads if you’re delving into the newest foods at the San Diego County Fair, which opened June 1 and continues through July 4. This year’s lineup includes deep-fried filet mignon, which pales in sinfulness compared to items such as spaghetti and cheese compacted into the shape of donuts; bacon-wrapped baklava; chocolate-flavored pasta served in red velvet waffle bowls; lasagna nachos; ramen burritos; and unicorn cotton-candy ice cream sandwiches. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr.
In an age when you can out-bro your fellow bros by broadcasting your love for certain burgers, along comes a chainlet founded in Portland, Oregon that has yet to register on the radar of cool 30-somethings. Teens and fresh-faced college students, however, appear captivated. Read More
By Kathy McSherry | Ask Kathy
Kathy:
My husband and I recently moved to San Diego and are interested in purchasing our first home. I am originally from Sweden and met my husband in Europe who is in the military. He is a Navy pilot/doctor and has been relocated to San Diego. He is originally from New Jersey. In my country, I can go online and purchase a home. I do not understand all the benefits of having a real estate agent and what services you provide?
— Petra T. Read More
By Laura Farrar
Playing games and sports in elementary school used to be the norm. However, in San Diego today, many elementary school students are not getting the level of physical activity that they should be. Read More
By Steve Doster | Mission Valley Money
Congratulations, you’ve made it to retirement! You’ve saved your entire life and now it’s time to stop living off your paycheck and start living on your savings and retirement income. Read More
By William E. Kelly | Guest Editorial
The inadequacy of social safety nets intended to protect a burgeoning population of older adults is a political, cultural and moral hot potato. Read More
By Toni G. Atkins | Notes from Toni
San Diego is home to an array of talented, hard-working, conscientious people who are dedicated to growing our economy, improving our quality of life and helping others in need. And throughout June, I’ll have the privilege of honoring some of our residents, organizations and businesses for their contributions. Read More
By Sari Reis | For Love of Pets
For years, medical professionals have touted the health benefits of pet “guardianship.” Read More
By Karen E. Reilly
The Mission Valley Branch Library is in the thick of our annual Summer Reading Program, offered through Aug. 1, 2018. I hope that you have had a chance to sign up, either by stopping in to see us, or by going online at sandiego.gov/summerreading. Read More
Jeff Clemetson | Editor
In April, the San Diego County grand jury released a report recommending changes to the area’s 43 community planning groups. At its May 2 meeting, the Mission Valley Planning Group (MVPG) debated the grand jury recommendations and prepared a response for the city. Mayor Kevin Faulconer and the City Council are required to answer the grand jury’s report after evaluating input from the different community planning groups. Read More
By Scott Sherman | District 7 Dispatch
The city of San Diego is currently facing a severe housing crisis. Monthly rent and mortgage expenses continue to rise, forcing younger generations as well as seniors to move out of San Diego to more affordable regions. To help fix this, the City Council adopted a measure making it easier and more affordable for homeowners to build secondary units on their property. Read More
The two-aisle Stehly Farms Market in Linda Vista is an inconspicuous gem for buying organic produce and groceries, not to mention fresh juices made from a juicing station in the back of the store. Many of the fruits and vegetables are brought in daily from the company’s 300-acre namesake farm in North County as well as from others in the region. 1231 Morena Blvd., 619-276-4985, stehlyfarmsmarket.com. Read More
By Dr. Ink
In restaurant years, Benihana is ancient.
The national chain, founded in 1972 by the late Rocky Aoki, sizzled its way into San Diego 24 years ago. I was among the flocks of consumers back then who got all goofy sitting around the hibachi grills at communal tables while gawking at the “performance chefs” slicing and dicing my teriyaki steak with rapid precision. Read More
By Sari Reis
Recently, one of our clients reported that his cat had been hospitalized due to ingesting the pollen from a lily in his backyard. His story was very distressing so I decided to research the plants and other products that are most toxic to our pets. I logged onto the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) website. Here is a top 10 list from their Poison Control Center compiled in 2016. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
Carve is a modern, American bistro residing in a unique king-of-the-road location. To the benefit of consumers, it’s easy to find since there are no other retail businesses along this colorless stretch of Aero Drive. In addition, the food is of high caliber, ranging from hearty to wholesome. Read More
By Kathy McSherry | Ask Kathy
Kathy:
Staging has become an essential element for maximizing the resale value of a home. Why is staging so effective? How much can a seller expect to pay for staging a property and will staging really yield a significantly higher sales price?
—Tom S. Read More
By Erica Moe | Get Fit!
Do you believe in ghosts? One-third of Americans do, according to a Gallup poll.
It is hard to fathom that more people believe in ghosts than exercise regularly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that only about 20 percent of Americans get the recommended amount of exercise — that’s 10 percent less than those who believe in the supernatural. Read More
By Karen Reilly
Summer is approaching, and we are gearing up for our annual summer reading program starting June 1. What is summer reading? It’s a chance for everyone — babies through adults — to come to the library for fun events, great reads (plus movies, music, and e-materials), and the chance to win books and other prizes. Our theme this year is “Reading Takes You Everywhere,” which celebrates the incredible places people go when they crack open a book. Summer reading runs from June 1 to Aug. 1 at all San Diego Public Library locations. Read More
By Steve Doster | Mission Valley Money
Qualcomm filed paperwork with the state of California to meet a required notification that significant layoffs are forthcoming. News reports say approximately 1,200 San Diego employees will be let go in June. Layoffs at any company are extremely nerve-racking and difficult for you and your family. During this period of uncertainty, the best advice is to stay positive hoping for the best while simultaneously preparing for the worst-case scenario. Read More
An enjoyable fair
Re: “Bringing people together” [Volume 12, Issue 4 or bit.ly/2L1JcVW] Read More
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