Fires devour dry brush, dead trees



The National Weather Service warned recently that a hot, dry summer will increase the fire risk, and that prediction is proving all too true as more acreage in Cal Fire’s area of responsibility burned in the first six months of this year than last. A Weather Service briefing released last month noted that cool, moist weather in May promoted the […]

Kathy Griffin brings legendary standup routine to Center



The California Center for the Arts, Escondido will present two-time Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian Kathy Griffin on Saturday, September 10, in the Concert Hall. Griffin will deliver her rapid-fire wit, outrageous musings on popular culture, and hilarious celebrity anecdotes. With her ability to break through the entertainment clutter with her universally recognized brand of pull-no-punches comedy, this is a […]

Art Association invites submissions to “Celebrate Grand Escondido” show



The Escondido Art Association, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to promote the arts in North County San Diego, invites artists of all ages, members and non-members alike, to participate in its 2nd annual “Celebrate Grand Escondido” open judged 2-D art show. A total of $1,075 in prize money, as well as free entries to future shows, will be […]

‘The Secret Life of Pets’: Not a bad summer movie



“The Secret Life of Pets” is an animated kids’ movie where two dogs don’t like each other, but they find themselves stranded and in danger, so they have to work together if they ever want to get home. Just like in “Toy Story.” And “Inside Out.” And “The Good Dinosaur.” And “Finding Nemo.” And “Finding Dory.” But this one is […]

Call to artists:

“Remembering 9/11” art competition

The first annual exhibition and competition, “Remembering 9/11” art competition invites artists “to share their reflections of September 11, 2001.” The art competition is in conjunction with the “9/11 Remembrance Ceremony” in Fallbrook. The exhibition will be held at Brandon Gallery in Fallbrook from September 2 – 30. The community will judge the artwork. The “People’s Choice Award” can be […]

Harper hype is laughingly excessive



For some time now, a storyline that has been circulated by lemming-like reporters and fans across the country is that Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper is destined to become an all-time great and a surefire Hall of Famer. To these Harper honks, it’s already a done deal and a virtual lock that the bearded 23-year-old, who once graced the cover […]

Fed ain’t dead but Slam hopes probably are!



With both age and time hanging over him like a hovering fog, no one has to tell the incomparable Roger Federer that his best days are clearly behind him. In fact, they are so far in the past, they aren’t even in the rearview mirror anymore. The dominance and consistent magnificence that were once calling cards of his game are […]

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I was born in Cleveland. I grew up in the western suburbs of Cleveland. I witnessed the mayor of Cleveland setting his hair on fire. I watched flames dancing on the largest river in Cleveland. And I watched as a city slowly decayed. Nothing it seemed could pull Cleveland out of its doldrums. That was especially true of our sports […]

Triple Crown World Series fast pitch girls comes to Escondido this week



The Triple Crown World Series has arrived in Escondido as of Tuesday July 12 and will play until Saturday, July 16. This year’s annual Triple Crown World Series will host the 10u girls fast pitch division. They will have 43 teams from all over California, Arizona, and Texas. All games will be played at Kit Carson Park on the youth […]

On the Menu

Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

Sometimes we need to eat a little lighter and healthier to recover from the busy, food filled weekends. Easy weeknight meals that are healthy and good are a must! One of my favorite types of food has to be anything Asian. There are so many different types of culinary delights made in each of these countries to choose from. This […]