East County Magazine

East County Magazine (www.EastCountyMagazine.org) is a recognized community news outlet that operates as a nonprofit 501c3 under the Heartland Coalition in San Diego. This nonpartisan organization not only provides valuable news but also runs East County Wildfire & Emergency Alerts, which helps keep residents of San Diego County safe and updated through email and Twitter notifications. Additionally, East County Magazine hosts a radio show on KNSJ 89.1 FM, further engaging the community with important information.

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WINDY AND WET WEATHER FORECAST; SNOW POSSIBLE IN MOUNTAINS

1 week ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

By Miriam RafteryApril 14, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – As a cooling trend continues, the National Weather Service predicts strong winds, rain, and snow for our mountain areas later this week. There is a chance of rain countywide and mountain snow on Thursday, increasing on Friday, with possible rain in the mountains as late as Saturday morning.
SPRING HARP FEST RETURNS TO LA MESA APRIL 19

1 week ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Karen Pearlman

East County News ServiceApril 14, 2025 (La Mesa) – If you love harmonica music, head out to Spring Harp Fest in La Mesa this Friday, April 18. Spring Harp Fest takes place at Harry Griffen Park from10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.Enjoy live music from many local harmonica players and groups. There’s also an unknown players jam. Admission is free, though a $20 donation is suggested. Proceeds benefit local youth music programs. This event is family-friendly and dogs on leashes are welcome.
SAN DIEGO SLAMS SHUTOUT, IMPROVES TO 13-3 IN RED-HOT START

1 week ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Karen Pearlman

Padres lead NL west division in team’s best season startBy Karen PearlmanPhoto courtesy of San Diego Padres: Winning pitcher Michael King gets Gatorade ice bath after complete-game shutout of Colorado Rockies Sunday at Petco ParkApril 13, 2025 (San Diego) – The San Diego Padres are all alone in first place in the National League West, above both the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants, with a winning ratio of .813.
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: MARVELOUS MAY EVENTS

1 week ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

By Miriam RafteryApril 15, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – The merry month of May brings many special events including a trio of events at Cuyamaca College including the Coyote Music Festival, the Spring Garden and Butterfly Festival, and a museum Arts and Crafts Fair. Food, wine and beer lovers can savor Vintage Alpine, a Taste of Ramona, as well the Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival.
RESIDENTS CHARGED UP OVER PROSPECT OF BATTERY STORAGE SITE IN LA MESA NEIGHBORHOOD

1 week ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Karen Pearlman

Story and Photos By Karen PearlmanApril 11, 2025 (La Mesa) -- “No matter how it’s sugarcoated, battery storage facilities are dystopian looking, loud, detrimental to real estate values and potentially deadly,” La Mesa City Councilmember Laura Lothian says. For several years, Lothian (pictured above, with Heartland Fire & Rescue Fire Chief Bent Koch) has been a vocal opponent of a proposed Battery Energy Storage System site in the Lake Murray area of La Mesa.
HIMALAYAN RESTAURANT CELEBRATES 18TH ANNIVERSARY

2 weeks ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

Printer-friendly version By Miriam RafteryApril 10, 2025 (La Mesa) – Khem Kharel, owner of Himalayan Cuisine in La Mesa, pulled out all the stops to celebrate the popular restaurant’s 18th anniversary with a lavish party on March 26. The restaurant that first opened in 2007 and expanded in 2012 specializes in Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan dishes.
MANZANITA SPRING RENDEZVOUS: MOUNTAIN MEN, PIONEERS AND MORE

2 weeks ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

By Miriam Raftery(Click image above to view flyer with sign-up details)April 10, 2025 (Campo) – You’re invited to join mountain men, fur trappers and pioneer families from the Laguna Mountain Rendezvous for “Shinin’ Times” that rewind back to the 1820s. The organization’s spring camp will be held May 2-10 at Northcote Ranch,2402 Lake Morena Drive in Campo.
EL CAJON MAN DIES IN LAKESIDE ROLLOVER CRASH

2 weeks ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

Printer-friendly version By Miriam RafteryApril 9, 2025 (Lakeside) – An El Cajon man, 57, who was not wearing his seatbelt died at the scene of a solo vehicle crash in Lakeside this afternoon. He was driving a 2006 Toyota Tacoma westbound on El Monte Rd. about a mile and a half east of Lake Jennings Road when he lost control and struck an embankment, then crossed into the eastbound lane and hit another embankment. The vehicle overturned and the driver was ejected onto the roadway.
JUDGE OVERTURNS SAN DIEGO COUNTY’S TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES

2 weeks ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

By Miriam RafteryView the court’s rulingApril 9, 2025 (San Diego) – San Diego Superior Court Judge Joel Wohlfei has struck down San Diego County’s Transportation Study Guide.
OUR GUIDE TO ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO'S INLAND REGION

2 weeks ago | eastcountymagazine.org | Miriam Raftery

Printer-friendly version By Miriam RafteryEast County has long been called the playground of San Diego County. Visitors and residents alike will find many unique adventures to experience in our inland region, from tours of rugged desert terrain and wineries to activities such as zip-lining, sky sailing, scenic hikes, trail rides, vintage railway rides, wildlife safaris, fishing, boating, beautiful gardens, and more.