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As San Diego marks five years since its first COVID-19 case, hospitals and researchers reflect on the lessons learned and the steps being taken to prepare for the next public health crisis.

Federal authorities say the fire harmed important habitats and that resources from the settlement will help rehabilitate burned areas.

Our winning podcaster has graduated and tells us that opening up about his mental health condition brought thousands of responses and gave him a sense of purpose.

Make a difference this Earth Day at the Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup! Join over 5,000 volunteers at 100+ sites from Julian to the coast in San Diego County’s largest earth week cleanup. Help remove litter and debris from your community and be part of a county-wide effort to protect our planet. Registration Opens April 1 I Love A Clean San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Our Nation’s Birthday in Julian The committee will be decorating the town to commemorate our nation’s birthday. Please continue to stay safe and always follow federal, state and local health organization guidance and government mandates. Julian salutes July Fourth with the Theme, “Century of Commitment”. Julian honors our nation’s birthday with a salute to the men and women who made our country great, both domestically and militarily. For more than twenty years, Julian residents, their friends and parade lovers from all over have lined up at on the town’s main street to wave their flags, cheer the marching bands, salute the Marine Color Guard, and carry a giant American Flag down the thoroughfare. Bands may include: Bands from local schools Gold Drum and Bugle Corps Mariachi Continental de San Diego Visit: https://www.julianparade.com/ Julian Fourth of July Parade on Instagram and Facebook

San Marcos hosts one of the most spirited 4th of July Celebrations in North County. This year's festivities will include carnival games, jumpers and food sales on-site. Guests should plan to bring beach chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Visit: https://www.san-marcos.net/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/10058/5347?curm=7&cury=2024

Make Dad’s Day with a One-of-a-Kind Cruise This Father’s Day, celebrate the greatest Dad in San Diego with an experience he’ll never forget. Cruise the bay together aboard a Flagship yacht. Father's Day Brunch Cruise Our chef's Father's Day brunch menu features everything from our guest-favorite made-to-order omelet station, classic American breakfast favorites, California seafood station & more. Live musical entertainment and unlimited champagne, mimosas and domestic beers are sure to make your Father's Day brunch memorable! Cruise departs on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 11 a.m.. Father's Day Short Rib Dinner Cruise For our sunset dinner cruise, Dad will enjoy our Surf & Surf Duet, optional starters including Spinach Artichoke Dip, Burrata Caprese, Goat Cheese Flatbread, or Jumbo Prawn Cocktail and Chocolate Mousse Cake for dessert. Add on hosted bar all evening for only $35. Cruise departs on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 6 p.m. Space is limited—book now to secure your spot and make Dad proud! Visit: https://www.flagshipsd.com/cruises/fathers-day Flagship SD on Instagram and Facebook

SD seed swaps are vibrant community events that promote sustainable living through seed swapping and the sharing of knowledge. Participants are invited to bring seeds to trade, discover valuable insights from local gardening experts, and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts who share their passion. Each event is unique and offers a variety of family-friendly activities. The event is free for attendees but registration is required. San Diego Seed Swap on Instagram

When managed poorly, storm water run-off can erode and wash away topsoil that can pollute our waterways with sediment, chemicals, and nutrients. Join us at the beautiful Water Conservation Garden to learn how to combat these concerns, whether in your small backyard or larger farm or ranch. Solana Center Educator Deanna Milton and guest speaker Craig Kolodge, PhD, Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control will explore effective compost application as a means of watershed protection through a case study of the manure composting demonstration site at Ramona’s International Equestrian Center. This workshop will conclude with a tour of the Water Conservation Garden’s watershed protection features. Panelist: Craig Kolodge, Ph.D., is the former academic advisor, field plant pathologist and county director for the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) in Santa Clara County. He currently serves as the Business Development and Sustainability Manager for San Pasqual Valley Soils. Craig is a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and expert in the use of compost-based Sustainable Management Practices (SMPs) for stormwater management and industrial pollution management (Trainer of Record for Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner – QISP statewide program). Strategies Discussed - Mid scale windrow composting - Compost, compost socks, and compost blankets - Water catchment basins and rock interrupters - Native plantings Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

Food apps can help you figure out what's in your food and whether it's nutritious. Just scan the barcode on the packet with your phone. But different apps can give very different results. Here's why.