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Many Kentucky residents may have to vote somewhere new in this year's elections. That's because dozens of counties have consolidated polling places — a move that's raised concerns about ballot access.

Samantha Woll, who had led the Isaac Agree synagogue in Detroit, was found dead outside her home on Saturday with stab wounds.

J.S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion was written for the Good Friday Vespers service of 1727 at the St Thomas' Church, Leipzig, and brings together relevant themes of betrayal, judgement, death, and love as expressed through St. Matthew's Gospel and Bach's librettist Picander. Bach’s vivid musical account of Christ's passion combines a striking drama and devotion forming a pinnacle of the vocal works composed for the Leipzig churches. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Please pre-register here to attend! At this workshop, you will learn how you can both protect your local watershed and produce a fantastic soil amendment by composting large animal manure. Improper disposal of manure is unsightly, breeds flies, may create health hazards, and can contaminate local streams and water sources. Composting is easy and inexpensive, and can help reduce these issues. Using composted manure on your garden and landscaping will also help your plants thrive and conserve water, too! This workshop will cover: - Basic composting - Manure composting - Manure management - Preventing odors and flies - Benefits of composting - Protecting local water sources Thanks to our sponsors, the County of San Diego and County of San Diego Recycling. Thanks to our host, Twin Oaks Valley Equestrian Association. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Some parents and school faculty voice concerns about the progress of transitional kindergarten in San Diego. In other news, we have details on a long-running legal fight over how much money San Diegans with housing vouchers can get. Plus, efforts to get more people to become child psychiatrists appear to be paying off.

The Green Living Tour is a bi-monthly, one-hour tour at Solana Center's home base in Encinitas that showcases sustainability in action. On the tour, our knowledgeable Eco Team docents walk you through our worm bins, greywater systems, innovative compost projects, tool lending library, water-wise garden, and more simple, DIY, climate-friendly solutions. Find inspiration for your at-home sustainability projects, learn more about Solana Center and our programs, and meet other eco-stewards in your neighborhood! If you are interested in buying composting supplies or borrowing tools, our store and lending shed will be open. If you wish to make a purchase after the tour, we encourage you to buy your items online beforehand to ensure we will have the items in stock through here. We also encourage you to bring your e-waste to drop off! Tour is free with a $15 suggested donation. For individuals and groups of 6 or less, please sign up here to reserve your spot. Space is limited. For groups of more than 6, email us to set up a private tour for a nominal fee. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Funded in part by the City of Encinitas Community Grant Program. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

San Diego’s finest chefs and the local community will come together to support the children of Casa de Amparo at Meet the Chefs, a spectacular food and wine event. Meet the Chefs is an exquisite culinary experience offering guests unlimited samples of signature tastings crafted by chefs from over a dozen premier and local restaurants. An extensive selection of complimentary wine, beer, and champagne will also be served. Participating restaurants and chefs include: Chef Mary Platis, from Ethos Culinary CoastalKITCHEN at the Hilton Del Mar D'liteful Chocolat Dolce Pane E Vino Food By Chef Ty Lutchi and Mary Pamplemousse Grille The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza Tommy V's Urban Kitchen Vista Valley Country Club ...with more to come! The Hilton Del Mar is a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy an afternoon of fantastic food, wine, auction bidding, and opportunity drawings. For more information on the event, contact Bella Latrach at (760) 566-3559. ADMISSION | $150-$250 The VIP reception will be held from 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. and the main event from 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets are available for $150 for general admission or $250 for VIP access and can be purchased here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A survey of 2,000 people found no shared definition of the word "abortion," researchers at the Guttmacher Institute report.

Celebrate Jesus' victory over death with contemporary and traditional music in the Sanctuary and via livestream on the PLCPC YouTube channel. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

First, a conversation about the impacts of the weekend weather on the county and the effect of all this rain and snow on drought conditions in the state. Then, sewage spills originating in Tijuana have forced the closure of beaches in Imperial beach and south toward the border for most of this winter. What will a recent settlement between the federal International Boundary and Water Commission and the cities of Imperial Beach, Chula Vista and the San Diego Port Authority do to prevent sewage from reaching the Pacific Ocean in the future? Next, a San Diego nonprofit that helps support young people who’ve aged out of the foster care system is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Then, the state is requiring residents and businesses to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to the landfill. We have more details on San Diego’s new organics recycling program. And, a story about how raising the height of the Shasta Dam in Northern California would impact the sacred land of the Indigenous Winnemem Wintu people. Finally, a profile of San Diego artist, Andrea Overturf who has a career as a symphony musician and also creates multi-media sculptures from items from the swap meet that many would dismiss as junk.