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The Defense Department is planning to eliminate Confederate names from bases and more than 1100 other things in the military. But it's not clear whether that will include an unusual display at West Point — a bronze depiction of a Ku Klux Klan member.

State environmental experts worry that smashing old TVs, monitors and laptops in so-called ‘rage rooms’ may release hazardous waste or potentially harm customers’ health.

California's Premiere Viking Festival Celebrates 20 Years! Vista Viking Festival to make a triumphant return. Visitors can mingle with Vikings and the Norse Gods at the Living History Viking Village, Marketplace, and Festival. Featuring live entertainment including Highland Way, The Silk Button Butchers, and straight out of Denmark - KRAUKA. Norway Hall, the Sons of Norway Norge Lodge, and the Norwegian Fish Club Odin are proud to once again present the Vista Viking Festival, on September 17 & 18, 2022. Visit living, early Viking Encampments featured throughout our grounds. Reenactment guilds such as the ArchDuchy of Brandenburg, the Celtic Norse, Drafn, the Guardians of Midgard, the Red Hand, Vesterfolk, and the Wolves of Odin, bring our Viking Village to life with authentic daily activities. Blacksmithing, fiber arts, fine metalworking, and freshly baked bread from our Viking oven. The Viking Marketplace will be filled with merchants offering Viking wares, and treasures brought back from across the seas -- swords, knives, helms, shields, drinking horns, jewelry, and more. Get yourself outfitted to cosplay Viking. Or just take home a treasure or two to remember the day. Marketplace, food vendors have sausages, Swedish meatballs, Norwegian cookies, and exotic foods featuring Fresh Lefsa and Krumkake. Exciting Viking Battles will be fought on our list field. Brave Viking Warriors travel from abroad to compete on our battlefield. Cheer on your favorite champions as they meet in one on one combat and wild group melees. We have the premiere Viking Weapons Range on the West Coast! Boasting Archery, Axe, and Spear Throwing Lanes. Our expert instructors have decades of experience and will train you in skills that last a lifetime. Odin’s Forge, our working Blacksmith Shop, will be fired up and making new tools, weapons and hardware. Our experienced Smith Managers and Crew will demonstrate why Blacksmiths were a vital part of Viking Age society. Both our Odin Stage, and Loki Stage feature live music and entertainment that will take you back to the time of the Vikings. Featuring some of the area's best Celtic and Folk rock groups, and other surprise entertainers. Make Viking Festival history by participating in one of our signature competitions! To test the strength. The Viking Log Toss. Further hone your Viking skills for the Battle Cry, Horn Blowing, and Beard contests. Be sure to catch the World Famous Fish Fling competition. On Saturday, stay after sunset for the spectacular Flaming Axe Throw. At Norway Hall, our Heritage Hall, experience Scandinavian history, genealogy, culture, cooking, craft, and Fiber Arts demonstrations. Shop for handicrafts, snacks, and souvenirs from The Daughters of Norway Hulda Garborg Lodge, the Sons of Norway Norge Lodge, and The Balboa Park House of Norway. For the thirsty, Find a selection of fine Mead, Beer, and Spirits, including Aquavit at Odin’s Bar. In our Beer and Meading Place, we have our popular 'Meet the Brewmasters' event. Featuring some of San Diego's and the regions best micro-brews, and fine Viking Meads, some crafted especially for the Viking Festival. KidZone for the little Vikings. The wee ones can paint their own shields and swords. There will be crafts, music lessons, face painting, games, and the learning-fun Rune Quest game. Located at 2006 East Vista Way. Vista, CA. 92084. Vista Viking Festival on Facebook

It's time to celebrate National Picnic Day! Join us at Puppy Picnic Co. in Liberty Station for a day full of our favorite things: pups and picnics. Visit our Build Your Own Picnic station at Puppy Picnic Co.'s pop-up storefront to shop picnic supplies and build your pawfect pupnic! Grab a picnic basket, blanket, serving tray, and plate settings and enjoy your afternoon eating outdoors at NTC Park across from Liberty Station. Forage San Diego will be serving up homemade hot honey, jams, shelf-stable charcuterie, and other delicious picnic snacks. Shop gorgeous pre-made dried floral arrangements or build your own DIY pampas bouquet with Pampas Lush! Azúcar & Spices has treats covered with mini pup pies, dog macarons, and more! Pick up one of Cookies & Co.’s handcrafted dog bandanas and matching masks, scrunchies, and accessories for a picture-pawfect pupnic opportunity. VIP Tickets available here! ($200+ Value, limited spots available, optional) • Picnic supplies rental (picnic basket, blanket, 2 chargers, 2 napkins, serving tray) • Bottle of lemonade • 2 sparkling waters • 2 sets of plate settings + utensils • Dog treats from Azúcar & Spices • Fresh charcuterie box from Forage San Diego • 10 min photo session (3-5 photos) with Dogs! by Erin Wiese Photo at NTC Park • Take-home arrangement from Pampas Lush • 10% off any purchase from Cookies & Co. Date | Saturday, April 23 from noon to 4 p.m. Location | Puppy Picnic Co. Register here! This is a free event open to the public but online registration is required. VIP Tickets are optional. For more information, please visit puppypicnicco.com/events/national-picnic-day-pop-up

Join us as the City of Chula Vista hosts the South County’s largest Earth Day celebration at the free family- friendly 2022 South Bay Earth Day event! We will be showcasing many fun, sustainable activities, products, and services that will help you reduce your impact on the environment, save money, and live a greener lifestyle. Be inspired to be more environmentally friendly with topics that range from zero waste living to how to properly compost your own waste. This free event welcomes all ages, so gather friends and family to show Mother Nature some love this Earth Day! The event will feature the following activities for free: • Fix-it-Clinic – Have something that needs fixing—electronics, sewing, mechanical or otherwise—bring it to the Fix-it-Clinic where one of our experts will help you diagnose and fix the problem. • “Cutify” – upcycled shirts and bags and watch them go from boring to awesome! • Reuse and Repair Area – Learn all about ways to reuse, upcycle, repurpose, and repair before tossing something out at the Reuse and Repair Area. • Free Food Waste Kitchen Caddy – Make food waste collection easy, come by and pick up a FREE food waste collection caddy for your kitchen countertop. • Free Compost Giveaway – Replenish the soil health of your yard and garden, FREE compost will be available for residents to pick up. Load your own (bring a bucket or a bag; supplies are limited). • Artist Alley – Gift your eyes with the sight of beautiful art creations with environmentally safe art exhibits at the Artist Alley. • Bike Corral – Opt for your human-powered vehicle (your bike!) and check it in at our designated bike-only valet located on the northeast corner of the park. • Sustainable Vendors – Gain knowledge and browse products from 40+ environmentally conscious companies and community partners. Date | Saturday, April 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location | Memorial Park This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (619) 691-5122 or e-mail environmentalservices@chulavistaca.gov.

Lt. Gen. Syed Asim Munir replaces Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa, who retires on Nov. 29. Munir begins his new role amid bitter feuding between Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and former premier Imran Khan.

LIQUID CITY: Cheese Expo 2022 Bringing together a curated list of SAN DIEGO top breweries, coffee roasters, distillers, kombucha and cider makers, this one day EXPO features unique one-off collaborations, educational presentations, demonstrations, and explorations with CHEESEMAKERS from across AMERICA and some of the best, local LIQUID talents. Date: Sunday, May 1, 2022 from 1 p.m .- 8 p.m. Two Sessions available (1p.m. - 4p.m.) or (5 p.m.- 8 p.m.) Location: BRICK Cost: $40-$600 For more information on this event and ticket purchasing details please visit HERE!

Join us Wednesday, February 16th at 6pm for our Whiskey Club of the month with a Rabbit Hole Distillery as we will taste through the amazing lineup including one-of-a-kind Bourbon & Rye expressions, plus a Secret- Mystery Whiskey you won't find at your average liquor store. We will be joined by Dominic Venegas, the expert from Pernod Ricard to guide us through the exciting heritage of one of the most famous Kentucky distillery. Welcome cocktail and light bites will be provided. Limited bottles will be available for purchase. *** Due to the limited availability, tickets must be purchased on line prior to the event. All attendees must have a $50 Whisky Tasting ticket or a $25 DD pass for attendees not participating in the Whisky Tasting. *** For more information on this event and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

Learn composting management techniques from basics to troubleshooting; sifting to vector control; and regulatory considerations to global impacts. This course will combine lectures, hands-on training, and a field trip to operational composting facilities. Composting on your farm, ranch, or large property is an ideal way to manage crop residues, manures, and other organic waste while creating a stellar soil amendment. During this three-week course, we will address the unique strategies, challenges, and opportunities that arise through medium-scale composting. This course does not address typical residential composting or large-scale commercial composting. It is intended for those mid-sized systems that fall in between, particularly farms and horse ranches. * Saturday, January 22, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM * Saturday, January 29, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM * Saturday, February 5, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM Location: Terra Madre Gardens 9928 Protea Gardens Rd Escondido, CA 92026 A tour of local mid-scale composting facilities will also be offered at a date TBD. In this course, we'll cover the following topics: * Neighbor-friendly composting best management practices, scaled to farms * Compost basics, e.g. recipe considerations, feedstocks, and bulk density * Compost management, e.g. site considerations, odor, dust, and rodent/vector control * What is permissible on farms without permits * Composting/water saving benefits Course Fee: $25* Limited spots, register in advance to hold your seat: https://bit.ly/3EluhBX *If the fee presents a financial hardship, please contact Diane Hazard at diane@solanacenter.org to apply for a scholarship. Sponsored by the County of San Diego

Research into psychedelic drugs was halted in the 1960s amid concern about recreational use. Now, the VA is among dozens of medical providers resuming that work.