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While the city has made the permitting process faster and cheaper for flood survivors, the worst-hit property owners can still face months of permit reviews and added costs.

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The San Diego Housing Commission has distributed more than a million dollars to people displaced by the January floods.

In collaboration with SNAG’s (Society of North American Goldsmiths) 51st conference happening in San Diego this year, Sparks Gallery is hosting a showcase of jewelry. Do you have a piece of jewelry that holds a special place in your heart? Share its story with us! San Diego is a city rich in diverse stories, and we invite you to contribute to this tapestry by sharing your most treasured jewelry and the narratives they carry. Whether it’s a family heirloom passed down through generations, a token of love and friendship, or something that marks a significant moment in your life, we want to hear about it. Your jewelry might be a necklace, ring, bracelet, earrings, or any other adornment that holds sentimental value. Submissions can be emailed to natalie@sparksgallery.com by 11:59 p.m. on May 1, 2024 and selected artists will be notified on May 10. Selected stories and jewelry will be modeled by YOU and photographed on you in a community exhibition at our gallery on June 6, from 5-8 p.m. This is a free, one day show. Everyone is welcome to attend. LOCATION: Sparks Gallery, 530 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 Parking – Metered Street Parking and Park It on Market parking structure nearby. We recommend SpotHero.com to book ahead. Sparks Gallery is on Facebook / Instagram ABOUT THE SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICAN GOLDSMITHS: From the website: We are an inclusive community committed to advancing the multifaceted field of metalsmithing and adornment by inspiring innovative creativity and furthering education and opportunities. SNAG celebrates the rich diversity and history of the jewelry and metalsmithing field while valuing a variety of viewpoints through supportive, respectful and ethical interactions that nourish education and inspire innovative creativity.

About Justin & Melonie Grinnell MELONIE GRINNELL is an active as an educator and performer. She began studying piano at an early age and has since been recognized for her skills as a pianist, and her abilities as a vocalist, music educator, and musical director. Melonie received her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Education with jazz emphasis from the University of Miami and a Masters of Music performance degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. Additionally, she is on the faculty for the Francis Parker/KSDS 88.3 Summer Jazz Workshop where she teaches jazz piano and co-directs middle school to high school student ensembles. She is also active as an adjudicator for instrumental jazz festivals including the Coronado/COSA Jazz Festival and the KSDS Jazz 88/CMEA festival. JUSTIN GRINNELL is a San Diego-based freelance jazz bassist and music educator. More importantly, he is a husband to pianist/educator Melonie Grinnell and father to their two sons. In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching schedule as adjunct faculty at University of San Diego and Grossmont College, and as faculty for the Francis Parker Annual Summer Jazz Workshop. He has also served as an adjudicator and clinician at local music festivals, such as the Coronado Jazz Festival and the San Diego Bass Fest. Justin received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University while studying with bassists Gunnar Biggs and Bert Turetzky. Justin also achieved ABD (all but dissertation) status for a doctoral degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. Besides studying privately with Los Angeles' first-call jazz bassist, Darek Oles, Justin's enrollment at USC gave him the opportunity to study with internationally-recognized jazz artists Peter Erskine, Russ Ferrante, Bob Mintzer, and Alan Pasqua. See More Events www.booksandrecrodsbar.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Consumer prices in August were up 2.5% from a year ago — the smallest annual increase since February 2021. Falling inflation clears the way for the Federal Reserve to start cutting interest rates next week — likely by a quarter percentage point.

Leaders of a Baptist church in North Carolina ousted the pastor after congregants started leaving. A secret tape provides a rare look at the debate when a message threatens a business model.

Kim Kardashian, Bill Gates and other celebs gathered in Mumbai for the "wedding of the year," the marriage of the son of Asia's wealthiest man. But what are all the ceremonies that they witnessed?

NPR will be reporting live from the convention in Chicago, including live updates online, live video each night.

More than 30,000 people in Los Angeles County have been ordered to evacuate as the Palisades Fire blazed through the Pacific Palisades community, fueled by intense Santa Ana winds.