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State Sen. Steve Padilla’s letter comes as Imperial Valley residents and advocates say they were blindsided by plans for the project.

This fall, Soulful artist Sarah Lightman will be joining Jimmy Pearson for a mini tour in Southern California. "The tour is focused on community, and how we empower each other through connection and meaningful interaction. This past year has carried a lot of difficult ups and downs in Southern California, and we aim to bring a bit of so-cal sunshine back to the coast. Join us for an unforgettable night of soulful live music - I’ll be bringing the band too!" Shows: October 25 @ The DoubleTree Hotel; San Diego, CA October 30 @ LaBoom; Chula Vista, CA Get Tickets: https://www.sarah-lightman.com/ **About Sarah Lightman:**
Sarah Lightman is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for their heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals, and captivating stage presence. With a unique blend of soul, folk, and pop influences, Sarah Lightman has quickly garnered attention for their honest storytelling and emotive performances. Her voice is most often compared to those of Amy Winehouse, Corrine Bailey Rae, Sara Bareilles, and Adele. Sarah Lightman on Facebook / Instagram

Lang Lang is a leading figure in classical music today—as a pianist, educator, and philanthropist, he has become one of the world’s most influential and committed ambassadors for the arts in the 21st century. Equally happy playing for billions of viewers at the 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony in Beijing, the 2020 Dubai EXPO Opening Ceremony, the 2024 Reopening of Notre Dame in Paris, or just for a few hundred children in public schools, he is a master of communicating through music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/lang-lang-3/ Lang Lang on Instagram and Facebook

Trump has cut funding to Medicaid, which pays for many services for students with disabilities. He also gutted the Office of Civil Rights, which helps enforce disability law.

Spotify Wrapped is bluntly telling users their "listening age," which in many cases is several decades older or younger than their actual age. It's a calculated strategy.

The 4th annual Birdstock Music Festival & Artisan Market transforms a closed-down La Jolla Boulevard in the seaside neighborhood of Bird Rock into a day-long street festival celebrating music and community. Admission is FREE for all ages! This year is bigger than ever, featuring appearances from San Diego's premier bands, artisans, community organizations and merchants. BirdStock will feature: • Five Stages of Live Music • Pelican Disco Dance Tent featuring Live DJs • Artisan Market — Over 70 curated booths for shopping • Wine & Beer Garden — Located by the main stage • Culinary Offerings & Food Trucks • Kids’ Zone including New Wave Youth Stage • Pet Parade and Costume Contest • Local Civic & Nonprofit Booths — to engage with community initiatives and projects This year, family-friendly offerings include a visit from the Mission Control bus, a pumpkin patch to prepare for Halloween, Halloween costume photography, a STEM area, flower bar, dunk tank, tennis/pickleball court, Book Nook, a hat bar, and more! A portion of proceeds from this year’s event benefits Bird Rock’s beloved neighborhood school, Bird Rock Elementary. BirdStock Music Festival offers a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy this charming La Jolla neighborhood during a day filled with music, fun and community spirit. For more information, please visit BirdStockMusicFestival.com. BirdStock Music Festival & Artisan Market on Instagram

Russian President Vladimir Putin made the remarks to an Indian broadcaster before landing in India for a state visit, but refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject.

Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts and Acting School H2O presentan: "El Anima del Cerro Prieto." Teatro en español – Trama: Tomando lugar en 1902, Severano Robledo, un hombre duro de corazón, no mide las consecuencias de su actitud déspota y altanera. Las humillaciones de Severiano hacia Marta Cabral, un viejo amor, y sus propios trabajadores, pronto desatan una serie de tragedias de las cuales nace la leyenda mas famosa de Jerez, Zacatecas. Director: Gabriel Fernandez Escrita por: Soledad Escobedo Productoras: Mari Burns y Soledad Escobedo — Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts and Acting School H2O present: "The Spirit of Cerro Prieto." Theater in Spanish – Plot: Set in 1902, Severano Robledo, a hard-hearted man, shows no regard for the consequences of his despotic and arrogant attitude. Severano’s humiliations toward Marta Cabral, an old love, and his own workers soon unleash a series of tragedies from which the most famous legend of Jerez, Zacatecas, is born. Director: Gabriel Fernandez Written by: Soledad Escobedo Producers: Mari Burns and Soledad Escobedo Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts and Acting School H2O on Facebook / Instagram

A 23-million-year-old rhinoceros fossil is reshaping scientists' understanding of mammal evolution.

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