Dave Thomas

San Diego

Contributor at San Diego Community Newspaper Group

Editor and Writer at Freelance

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San Diego Bird Alliance cries fowl on funds used for Mission Bay

2 weeks ago | timesofsandiego.com | Dave Thomas

Call it marsh madness. An impasse between the California Coastal Commission and the San Diego Bird Alliance in prioritizing how Mission Bay Park Improvement Funds are to be spent could threaten northeastern Mission Bay’s planned transformation into expanded marshland and recreational space. The Mission Bay Park Improvement Fund is dedicated to improving and maintaining the Mission Bay Park Improvement Zone, with a focus on restoring wetlands and wildlife habitat.
SDSU softball takes conference crown, moves on to Los Angeles Regional

3 weeks ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

On what felt more like a summer day, the San Diego State University softball team came up with a sweep of league foe Fresno State last Saturday afternoon, securing itself a trip to the NCAA Tournament. The pair of 3-1 victories over the Bulldogs gave the home team what it needed to clinch its 12th Mountain West Conference crown. After winning a pair of elimination games the day before, the Aztecs (37-17) used stellar pitching and timely hitting to secure the conference crown.
Soak in all school has to offer

3 weeks ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

Since it is May, graduations are right around the corner at Patrick Henry High School and San Diego State University, respectively. As I mentioned in a column months ago, your time in school goes by in the blink of an eye. I graduated from high school more than 40 years ago, and it went so fast. Yes, I remember being a freshman and thinking it would take an eternity to get through the next four years. Having older siblings who had all graduated, I was the last one left at home.
La evaluación - Película - 2024 - Crítica

4 weeks ago | decine21.com | John Donnelly |Nell Garfath Cox |Dave Thomas

Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) y Aaryan (Himesh Patel) forman un matrimonio que se quiere. Viven en una casa aislada en lugar inhóspito, cerca del mar, donde la alta tecnología rige la convivencia. Como quieren tener un hijo, la pareja recibirá la visita de Virginia (Alicia Vikander), una examinadora oficial para comprobar si son aptos para ser padres.
Much to read in this Friday’s Mission Times Courier print edition

1 month ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

With the days counting down to graduation for many local schools, spring is definitely in the air. In this Friday’s Mission Times Courier print edition, freelance writer Charlize Tungol talks to fellow San Diego State University students preparing for graduation. What advice do they have for incoming students in the fall? Would they do anything differently if they could start their SDSU days again? Fellow SDSU student Emma Kepfer looks at plans on campus to build more housing.
Celebrate a special Mother’s Day in East Village

1 month ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

With Mother’s Day (May 11) around the corner, it’s a wonderful time to shower the incredible women in your life with extra love and appreciation. And there is no better place to spend this special day than in East Village, a neighborhood filled with one-of-a-kind restaurants, shops and fun activities. Morning brunchBrunch is a way to a mom’s heart and East Village has tons of spots to start Mother’s Day off right. For a classic brunch experience, Breakfast Republic is a go-to destination.
Enhancery Jewelers goes the extra mile for its customers

1 month ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

Location: 4242 Camino Del Rio N. #17, San Diego, CA 92108Phone: (619) 282-3900Website: enhancery.comFacebook: facebook.com/EnhanceryJewelersInstagram: instagram.com/enhanceryjewelersTraveling around to find the right piece or pieces of jewelry can be a challenge. Visiting various jewelers, researching their reputations, and finally deciding what you want can be tiresome. That said, finding a jeweler that goes the extra mile for its customers can lead you to Enhancery Jewelers.
Don’t let a DUI drive your life in the wrong direction

2 months ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

One of the worst things you can see in your rearview mirror while at the wheel is flashing red lights. Seeing those lights can mean any number of things, including a serious offense that could land you in jail. If stopped for DUI allegations, make sure you take it seriously. Not doing so can lead to repercussions. Those repercussions can mean problems in both your personal and professional lives. Should you be facing such a situation, local attorney Susan Hartman is only a phone call away.
Both SDSU basketball teams going dancing this week

2 months ago | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

When you’re on a college basketball team and get to the middle of March, you want reservations to go dancing. The women’s and men’s basketball teams at San Diego State are headed to March Madness this week. The women punched their ticket last Wednesday when they defeated Mountain West Conference foe Wyoming for the conference tournament title. The thrilling triple overtime 72-68 victory gave SDSU its 25th win on the season and its third-ever conference tournament crown.
President’s Day holiday weekend brings out the crowds in Balboa Park

Feb 18, 2025 | sdnews.com | Dave Thomas

A long weekend and springtime weather brought out the crowds in Balboa Park over the President’s Day holiday weekend. Exhibits, music, food, and, more greeted locals and visitors to the area over the three-day weekend. Traffic was heavy in the area, with the nearby San Diego Zoo also seeing crowds. For those who are eager for spring to arrive, the first official day of spring is Thursday, March 20.