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The DonL Big Band Music Concert Celebrating Local Talent Set for Monday, September 26, 2022 at 7 p.m. PST WHO: DonL Big Band, A San Diego Entertainment Big Band WHAT: This extraordinary concert celebrating Big Band music with local San Diego favorite talent. Just 2weeks away! An intimate night with the DonL Big Band, a 12-piece big band with guest vocalists Carissa Fagan, Andy Anderson, Lori Lewis Hable and Corey LeMaster-Hable. Plus, favorites songs by Sinatra, Bruno Mars, Cole Porter, Bublé and a LOT more. WHEN: Monday, September 26, 2022 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. PST WHERE: A Center For Spiritual Living COST: In-Person Tickets $35, Online tickets $25 here. For more information, please call 619-518-5438. ABOUT DONL BIG BAND: In the capable hands of Don LeMaster, the DonL Big Band, a long-time favorite San Diego staple in the community has been performing locally for more than 12 years. Don LeMaster was the Musical Director for the 2002 production of Pageant at North Coast Rep, for Cygnet’s Bed And Sofa (the first time) and A Little Night Music at the Old Town Theatre space. Don has been involved in theater for the past 30 years, getting his start at Moonlight Amphitheater, then on to staff accompanist at SDSU, many productions as band leader at Lamb’s Players, Musical Director at Performance Riverside for 7 years, and was the Musical Director/Conductor/Orchestra Contractor for San Diego Musical Theatre. He was nominated for an Ovation Award for Performance Riverside’s production of 1776 in 2004, honored with a San Diego Theater Critic Circle Award for Outstanding musical direction for SDMT’s inaugural production of The Full Monty in 2007 and again for The Sound Of Music in 2013. Don was entertainer at Martinis Above Fourth and the Caliph Lounge for over16 years, and currently performs at Clark Cabaret, Parc Bistro, and on special occasions Mo’s Urban Bar and Grill. Don has been the pianist at Our Mother of Confidence Church for the past 26 years. “Without music, my life would be a mistake.” Social Media: Facebook & Instagram

Students at Patrick Henry High School in Del Cerro participated in a national walk out Tuesday to protest gun violence and mass shootings. Meanwhile, many fast food workers are planning to walk out of their jobs on Thursday to demand better working conditions and pay. Plus, we bring you the latest on what’s happening at the San Diego International Fringe Fest this week.

Leaders in Sacramento are trying to come to an agreement on the state budget that may include help with the increased cost of living. Meanwhile, the possible impact of the state budget on education. Plus, San Diego International Fringe Festival is back.

We’ve got two masters of their crafts, luminaries in their respective fields, coming together for the first time. Joe Rathburn knows songs for every occasion; Marilyn McPhie knows stories about every possible subject. It will be fun to see what happens when they collaborate on a set list! Joe Rathburn, a true professional, has been entertaining and enchanting San Diego audiences since 1979, including over 1200 shows at the Tin Fish. His well-honed stage skills, extensive repertoire, brilliant guitar work, and masterful songwriting win over every audience. Since 2005, he’s hosted The Folkey Monkey, showcasing some of San Diego’s best local musical talent. Marilyn McPhie has been telling stories professionally since 1985 and has performed for groups from preschool to adult, from Massachusetts to California. She has told stories for assemblies, classes and festivals, has lectured for several colleges and universities, and has performed for schools, libraries, museums, civic and church groups and corporate and private gatherings. She has directed a troupe of student storytellers and has written reviews for national storytelling and parenting publications. Marilyn is the President of the Storytellers of San Diego and recent Pacific Region Director for the National Storytelling Network. She has a degree in English and French literature and lives in Rancho Penasquitos, (which means “little bluffs”), an appropriate home for a storyteller. Social Media Joe Rathburn: Facebook

Comcast ousted Jeff Shell, the head of NBCUniversal after corroborating Hadley Gamble's allegations of inappropriate conduct including sexual harassment.

The fired Fox News host announced he is bringing his show to Twitter, owned by Elon Musk, "soon." His lawyers reportedly have sent threatening letters to Fox to let him out of his contract.

When Michael J. Fox describes his experience with Parkinson's disease in his new documentary, he's extremely blunt. But talking with NPR this week, he hasn't lost the humor that made him famous.

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he speaks with Fox leadership "all the time." He questioned panels whether Fox is doing enough to "grow the team." Sununu was addressing GOP donors in Nashville.

Free Enjoy a cup of coffee and good conversation with fellow artists, and explore the exhibitions at OMA for free. Offered by OMA's Artist Alliance, sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists for all disciplines are welcome. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Exterminator Nick Castro found the massive stash of acorns after being called to a home with a worm problem. "Bird was a bit of a hoarder," he joked on social media.