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CANDIDATE FORUMS & BALLOT INITIATIVE PRESENTATIONS
The League of Women Voters of East San Diego County and the American Association of University Women of La Mesa-El Cajon will sponsor a series of nonpartisan public forums to educate voters about...
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THE GREENING OF LA MESA - MAYOR ART MADRID SHARES HIS VISION
By Miriam RafteryMayor Madrid (R) with Shane Shaw of E-Village Beneath solar panel display at “Sustain La Mesa” festivalCrowds flocked to view cooking demonstrations on solar ovens, visit with solar...
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HEROES HELPING HEROES
By Miriam RafteryWhat can be more heartwarming than a tale of heroes banding together to help victims of two devastating tragedies—East County wildfires and the 9/11 terrorist attacks?read more
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A PURR-FECT PLACE
At new Tiger Trails haven in Alpine, rescued tigers run, swim for first timeBy Miriam RafterySeptember 17, 2008 (ALPINE) – Q: What happens when you take four captive-bred tigers and turn them loose in...
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HEALTHCARE FOR ALL BILL PASSES- GOVERNOR THREATENS VETO
By Miriam RafterySeptember 8, 2008 (SAN DIEGO)– A landmark bill to provide guaranteed universal healthcare coverage for every man, woman and child in California (including medical, dental, mental...
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Budget Crisis Hits Home
State workers in East County struggle to cope with prospect of huge pay cuts, lay-offs; Judge orders Sept. 12 hearing on Governor’s wage-slashing ordersBy Miriam RafteryPhotos by Aida...
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Citizens "Take Action!" Guide
Whose interests are your elected officials representing: the people--or the special interests?Too many voters haven’t got a clue—so East County Magazine is shedding light into those smoke-hazed...
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SOUND OFF! Contact Your Elected Officials
Calls, e-mails and letters to your elected officials often do make a difference. It’s important for public officials to know how the people feel about important issues and votes. It’s vital to let our...
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East County Magazine's Guide to Fresh, Local Foods
By Miriam RafteryGrowing concerns over food safety, environmental issues, health and desire to support our local economy have given rise to a new trend: consumers seeking out locally-grown and produced...
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