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Archivists at the University of Houston have saved decades-worth of episodes of local LGBT radio shows that started in the 1970s. Together they tell the story of a complex, diverse community.

The payments will go to the national federations, which are in turn expected to pay the players. But there is no mechanism to directly pay the players the sum.

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce is honored to announce that the debut of its inaugural “Meet Your Elected Officials and Community Leaders” event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023 at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) North, 1550 S El Camino Real. This catered reception with complimentary light bites and beverages for purchase provides a great opportunity for guests to meet and connect with elected officials, key City of Encinitas officials and organizations, VIPs and business representatives from Encinitas and neighboring cities. Elected officials in attendance will be Congressman Mike Levin, Senator Catherine Blakespear, Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, Mayor Tony Kranz and the Encinitas City Council, as well as other community leaders such as San Diego County Sheriff Captain Christopher Lawrence, City of Encinitas Fire Chief Josh Gordon and more. Tickets are on sale now for $65 at encinitaschamber.com. Chamber member tickets are $55. Join our presenting sponsor TOOTRiS Child Care on Demand and our event sponsor EDCO in supporting this important event. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available now for businesses to be highlighted to high profile members of the community. “Our ‘Meet Your Elected Officials and Community Leaders’ event is a unique opportunity for our community to connect directly with the leaders who shape the decisions affecting our daily lives,” said Sherry Yardley, CEO of the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce. “We believe that open dialogue and engagement between residents and local officials are crucial for a thriving community. Join us as we come together to network, share ideas, and build stronger connections between our citizens and those who serve them.” About the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce – Strengthening Encinitas One Business at a Time. The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic and influential nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and advancing the interests of businesses in Encinitas and North County San Diego. With a rich history dating back to 1964, they have consistently played a pivotal role in fostering economic growth, nurturing entrepreneurship, and enhancing the overall quality of life in the community through efforts such as networking, advocacy, and community engagement. For more information about the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, membership benefits, or upcoming events, please visit encinitaschamber.com. Encinitas Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

The Droid Building 101 panel at Comic-Con will provide all the basic information to start making an R2 unit.

Writer James Baldwin is remembered by his family, a scholar, a journalist and a playwright on his 100th birthday.

They can write essays for students, create art and music, and even help with office work.

Dozens of unhoused San Diegans are turned away from shelter every day because of a shortage of shelter beds. In other news, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department released its annual report of its use of military equipment. Plus, we hear about Asian representation in film and in Hollywood, as the Pac-Arts Festival is happening this week.

El mandatario mexicano Andrés Manuel López Obrador calificó el lunes de "hecho histórico" los resultados de las elecciones generales que le dieron la victoria a su candidata Claudia Sheinbaum con una amplia ventaja y la convirtieron en la primera presidenta de México.

The first solo museum exhibition for San Diego-Tijuana artist Griselda Rosas opens this week at the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego in La Jolla, along with a career retrospective of longstanding El Paso artist Celia Álvarez Muñoz. Both exhibits showcase two Latina artists, from two generations and two different places along the US-Mexico border.

Illustrating Spain in the US is a creative dialogue that combines the graphic expressiveness of comics and their authors, with the inquisitive perspective of scholars who have written a series of complementary articles. Comic authors have built comic strips that feed on academic knowledge and demonstrate that Spain has been part of the American reality since long before the very foundation of the American country, This Spanish energy continues to be present in the imagination, talent, and creativity that emanates from everything Spanish and so fascinates Americans. Commissioned by the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain and curated by award-winning writer Ana Merino, this project aims at taking a better look at seven potential sides of the inspiring Spanish presence resulting in comic books of very diverse inspiration. The comic artists that have participated in the project are Sergio García & Lola Moral (Missions and the Camino Real), Rayco Pulido (Revolutionary War), Ana Penyas & Seisdedos (Immigration), Anapurna (Hispanism), Mireia Pérez (Science), Carla Berrocal (Cinema), Max (Art), and Sonia Pulido (Cover). The experts of each field are Lucia Cotarelo (Hispanism), Estrella de Diego (Cinema), J. Michael Francis (Missions and the Camino Real), Juan Pimentel (Science), Eduardo Garriegues (Revolutionary War), James Fernandez & Luis Argeo (Immigration), and María Dolores Jiménez-Blanco (Art). We invite you to join us in the gallery on Friday, July 28 from 7-9 p.m. for the Opening Reception. Guests may also visit during regular business hours: Monday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday – by appointment Wednesday – by appointment Thursday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday – 11a.m. to 5 p.m. Exhibition Book available for purchase at Fantagraphics. View the digital version of the project at SPAIN arts & culture website.