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Businesses and nonprofits in the North County say they’re starting to see the impact of increased immigration enforcement, with a drop in customers and fearful communities.

In western North Carolina, tubing, rafting and kayaking shops are assessing whether the rivers will be safe enough to open by next Summer following the devastating damage from the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

The San Diego Housing Commission has decided it no longer has the resources to dole out vouchers to specific low-income housing projects, a move expected to slow the pace of new homeless housing.

In nearly half of metro areas, buyers must make more than $100,000 to afford a median-priced home, a Harvard University report finds. And home prices this year reached a new all-time high.

The Fallbrook Main Ave Farmers Market takes places every Saturday from 9 - 1:30 p.m. at 100 S. Main Ave. Come support local and discover our community. Jams, baked goods, fruits, veggies, eggs, chicken, leather goods, glass art, crochet and sewn items, crepes, candles, pottery and more. Many of our county’s growers operate small family farms. They have developed a reputation for quality, high-value specialty crops. Buying local is simply the concept of buying food and floral products produced, grown, or raised as close to your home as possible.

Cardboard beds are one of the Olympics' latest green innovations. But not all the athletes are fans.

Gelson’s Market is partnering with Real California Milk to celebrate all things cheesy at the Gelson’s California Cheese Fest, running from October 2-8 at all 27 Gelson’s locations in Southern California. Cheese enthusiasts can indulge in a delicious array of new and classic varieties, featuring the best local flavors from talented cheesemakers. Throughout the week, attendees can celebrate California cheese by meeting talented local cheese makers at the Meet the Cheesemaker events and enjoying new and classic varieties. For this exciting sampling event, we have partnered with many highly reputable cheese brands, such as Central Coast Creamery, Cowgirl Creamery, Fiscalini Farmstead, Marin French Cheese Company, Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co., Nicasio Valley Cheese Company, and many others. Attendees are encouraged to enter for a chance to win the exclusive Real California Milk giveaway. Twenty-seven lucky cheese enthusiasts (one winner per store) will receive a California-shaped cutting board, along with four expert-approved California cheeses, jam, and crackers! To enter for a chance to win, visit https://www.gelsons.com/cacheesegiveaway. Event times vary by store. Visit: https://www.gelsons.com/events/view/ca-cheese-fest Gelson's Markets on Instagram and Facebook

The 47th annual Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands, one of Southern California’s largest and oldest high school marching band competitions, is set for Saturday, Oct. 26 at Mt. Carmel High School in Rancho Penasquitos. The tournament will showcase the music and artistic pageantry of 30 high school marching bands from across Southern California and will feature both parade and field show competitions. Field show performances by small bands will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mt. Carmel’s Sundevil Stadium, followed by a free parade band review from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the school’s parking lot. Field shows with large bands are planned from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sundevil Stadium. Food, drink and merchandise concessions will be available throughout the day and evening. Tickets for the field shows can be purchased the day of the tournament at the stadium ticket window. General admission prices are $15 for adults; $12 for students, seniors and military; and free for children 5 and under. Reserved seating in the stadium’s center section is available for $25 and can be purchased either the day of the event, or in advance at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-mt-carmel-tournament-of-bands-reserved-seating-tickets-1005237220587. Tickets include admission to both the morning and afternoon/evening field shows, as well as for all award presentations. Mt. Carmel High School is located at 9550 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego 92129. The school’s parking lot will not be available for public parking the day of the event, so spectators should park in the neighborhoods surrounding the school. The tournament is the single-largest fundraiser for the school’s music program. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Mt. Carmel Music Foundation and will be used to support the school’s band, color guard and orchestra programs. For more information, visit www.mchsbandtournament.com or email tournament@mchsmusic.org. Visit: https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament Mt. Carmel Tournament of the Bands on Facebook

Sunday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Fire Station 19 located at 3434 Ocean View Blvd., San Diego We’re excited to join the open house at Fire Station 19 with an info booth, free pet goodies and a few of our adorable Canine Ambassadors! There will also be firefighting vehicles on display and a bounce house for kids, and the first 300 attendees will receive a free smoke detector!

Experience the timeless masterpiece "La Bohème" as never before in the intimate setting of 10th Avenue Arts' black box theater. Opera À la Carte proudly presents its inaugural production, helmed by visionary director and set and costume designer Angelina Réaux. With a career spanning prestigious stages across the globe, Réaux's expertise promises a fresh perspective on Puccini's beloved opera. Drawing on her acclaimed portrayal of Mimi under Leonard Bernstein's direction, Réaux infuses our production with depth and emotion. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Paris in 1941, our rendition highlights the Bohemian lifestyle's resilience amidst adversity. Join our two incredible casts for an unforgettable journey through love, art, and the human spirit, expertly conducted by Yewon Lee and accompanied by the talented Susie Shick. Don't miss this extraordinary fusion of passion, drama, and artistry—book your tickets now for La Bohème with Opera À la Carte May 16-19 at the Tenth Avenue Arts Center. For tickets: https://operaalacartesandiego.ticketleap.com/la-bohme/details