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Some winter weather has made its way to San Diego, bringing wind, rain and snow to parts of the region.

There's a new push to develop civil rights tourism in the Mississippi Delta where local groups are using federal dollars to preserve the stories before memories fade and landmarks are lost.

The Marshall Fire and Middle Fork Fire, which have forced the evacuations of tens of thousands residents, are considered the most destructive wildfires in Colorado history.

For struggling families, school supplies can be difficult to access. Home Start, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to child abuse prevention and providing evidence-based family strengthening services, is collecting donations throughout the month of July for its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive. Home Start will be collecting a variety of supplies, including backpacks, pens, pencils, binders, reusable water bottles, and more. Donated supplies can be dropped off at Home Start’s main location on Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The supplies will then be distributed to students throughout the first week of August. The donations will benefit students from kindergarten through 12th grade to better prepare them for the school year. The organization is also accepting school supply donations through their AmazonSmile Wishlist. All shopping through AmazonSmile supports Home Start. The website donates a portion of every purchase price to the organization. Visit: https://home-start.org/2022-home-start-backpack-drive/

Prosecutors, who are in the early stages of the investigation, said there were no elements to suspect terrorism was behind the incident. Ten other people suffered life-threatening injuries.

Academic researchers and student employees are demanding improved pay and working conditions.

From the organizers: As seen on PBS, join vocalist, Lauren Jelencovich, for an evening of your favorite music with stories and songs from broadway, opera, the golden age to the crossover hits we all love! Lauren has garnered great acclaim for her affecting portrayals of opera and musical theater roles throughout the world. Her sparkling soprano voice imparts her love and passion for all genres of music to thrill audiences of all ages. She is currently on tour with Yanni as his featured vocalist, performing to sold out venues all over the world such as Radio City Music Hall, Red Rocks Amphitheater and Royal Albert Hall. She can be seen on his PBS Specials/DVDs and CDs. Lauren is a Grand Prize winner of Ed McMahon’s Star Search and Andrea Bocelli’s World Scholarship. Whether it is a symphony concert or intimate theatre - one thing always rings true - the audiences keep coming back for more. “We are excited to launch our 2022-2023 season with Lauren Jelencovich,” said Alex Benestelli, Artistic Director of the St. James Music Series. “This is sure to be a fun evening of familiar songs from arias to Broadway, and nobody does it better than Lauren.” TICKETS Reserved Seating: $13-$43 Tickets can be purchased here! About the St. James Music Series The St. James Music Series is known for great performances of choral music in San Diego. The vibrant acoustic of St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla provides an ideal venue to soak up the rich texture of the human voice. Each year the St. James Music Series aims to provide a unique opportunity for audiences to enjoy diverse and impactful programs of the highest musical quality. Over the past thirty-six years, the series has featured the Vienna Boys Choir, The Australian Chamber Orchestra, Anonymous 4, The Tallis Scholars, The Choir of Westminster Abbey, The Hereford Cathedral Choir, the Venice Baroque Orchestra, VOCES8 and a mainstay of the series, the Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer. Follow the artist on social media: Facebook & Instagram

With pandemic restrictions lifted, tourists are returning to Mississippi's famous Blues Trail. Civil rights leaders are noticing some are now hungry for more context about the music's origins.

Bathing suits, pool floaties, cocktails, live music, and more! Sip & Swim returns to the infamous Weissmuller Pool with a series of sizzlin' summer events. Save the date to join us poolside and lounge, dance, and dive-into the lifestyle that made pool party season at the Lafayette Hotel famous in San Diego. The Swim & Sip Pool Parties at The Lafayette Hotel will take place from noon to 5 p.m. on select sundays with entertainment from local DJ’s and bands including: • Sunday, May 29 – Memorial Day Weekend with DJ Hevrock • Sunday, June 5 – DJ Ratty • Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day with DJ Hevrock • Sunday, July 3 – 4th of July Weekend with Entertainment: TBD • Saturday, July 16 – PRIDE Weekend with DJ Bruce Trites • Sunday, July 17 – PRIDE Weekend with DJ Bruce Trites • Sunday, August 7 – DJ Hevrock • Sunday, August 21 – DJ Ratty • Sunday, September 4 – Labor Day Weekend with DJ Bruce Trites Get tickets here! General admission is $40 per person. Please RSVP to attend. Ages 21+ only. For more information, please visit eventbrite.com/e/sip-swim-pool-parties-at-the-lafayette or call the hotel at (619) 296-2101. FAQ's Is there an age restriction? Event attendees must be 21+. ID's will be checked at the door by security. If you are staying at the hotel as a guest with someone who is under age, they are welcome to attend but will not receive the event wristband and is unable to order from any mobile bars. What am I allowed to bring? We recommend bringing your own towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. You can bring your own small personal bag. No coolers/insulated bags are permitted. No outside food & beverage is allowed. Do you allow floaties? Personal floaties are permitted. Oversized 3+ person sized floaties are not allowed. The hotel does NOT provide an air pump. Will there be food and drinks available? Yes! Ticket purchasers 21+ will receive a complimentary signature drink with admission. All other food and beverages are available to purchase through our onsite restaurant, Hope 46. We will have pool servers going around taking orders, as well as our bar will be open. How do I book a Cabana? We have only one Cabana that we book per day. Please check our website for more details and Cabana Availability Here. There is a rental fee plus food & beverage minimum spend. Are there any COVID restrictions? This event is all outside on the pool deck/patio. We do not require masks or proof of vaccination. If you feel uncomfortable in crowds, please prepare accordingly by bringing your own mask. Are tickets refundable? Once purchased for a date, all tickets are non-refundable. Please double check your are reserving the correct date you want before purchase.

This is an introductory course to learn ceramic hand-building techniques. Students will create functional and nonfunctional ceramic art. Learn how to create with coils, slab construction, and clay pinching methods. See the beauty of the final results as your pieces come out of the kiln. Students will create multiple pieces and learn how to glaze their finished artwork. All materials included. WHEN | Every Monday from September 12, 2022 to September 26, 2022 • This event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. WHERE | San Diego Crash Collective •2590 Truxtun Rd Studio 106, San Diego, California 92106 ADMISSION | Tickets can be purchased here! • $125 per/person • Save your space online today! Click here for more information about this event!