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News from March 2024

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Second Measles Case of 2024 Confirmed in County

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 31, 2024

A 47-year-old resident in San Diego County has been confirmed as the second case of measles in the area for the year 2024, as announced by the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency on Sunday. The individual had recently traveled overseas, leading to concerns about potential exposure to others in the community. County officials have confirmed that this case is unrelated to the previous case in February, which involved an unvaccinated infant who had also traveled abroad.According to Ankita Kadakia, M.D., County deputy public health officer, "Measles is a very...

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Which former San Diego City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1?

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 31, 2024

These former San Diego City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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Ice Brady, former Cathedral Catholic High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 30 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 31, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 3 seed.

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San Diego City Wire area weekly mass times

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 30, 2024

The following parishes in the San Diego City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which California political committees received the most contributions during January?

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 30, 2024

Here are the 50 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during January.

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On Friday, March 29, former La Jolla Country Day High School Te-Hina Paopao collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 30, 2024

The South Carolina Gamecocks won 79-75.

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78.3% of San Diego County residents old enough to vote in 2021

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 29, 2024

Of the 3,296,317 citizens living in San Diego County in 2021, 78.3% were old enough to vote, equating to 2,582,479 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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County Employees Give $102K in Grants

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 29, 2024

San Diego County News Center reported that the County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) distributed $101,507 in grants to 58 local nonprofit programs and the Employee Crisis Fund at its annual awards ceremony at the County Operations Center.According to the San Diego County News Center, CECO has been the charitable arm of the County of San Diego since 1956 and strives to lend a hand to the community by way of grants to local nonprofit programs and assistance to employees and retirees in need.The grants were awarded to several local nonprofits, including health...

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County Announces Transition Plan for Emergency Temporary Lodging Program Participants

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 29, 2024

San Diego County officials have announced a transition plan for over 800 households currently participating in the Emergency Temporary Lodging Program. The program was established to provide temporary housing for individuals displaced by recent floods in January.According to the County, efforts are being made to assist participants in applying for FEMA aid, with more than 400 individuals yet to apply. As of March 29, 169 households have not responded to outreach efforts.In order to facilitate the transition process, the County will be categorizing participants based on...

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How many companies in cities in San Diego County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 28, 2024

There were 173 companies in cities associated with San Diego County that received 175 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Legal Landscape of cities located within San Diego County: 13,469 lawyers in good standing as of February

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 28, 2024

There were 13,469 lawyers in good standing in cities located within San Diego County as of February, according to the State Bar of California.

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Young Cancer Survivor Relied on Blood Donations From Strangers

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 28, 2024

San Diego County is gearing up to host its 40th annual blood drive, emphasizing the constant and critical demand for blood donations. The initiative, starting on April 2, aims to encourage individuals to roll up their sleeves and contribute to saving lives through blood donations. As highlighted by a County News Center article, the significance of blood donations cannot be overstated, as they play a crucial role in supporting individuals in need of surgery, specific cancer treatments, and those who have experienced blood loss from traumatic injuries.The impact of blood...

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Disaster CalFresh Applications Illustrate Unprecedented Need

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 28, 2024

San Diego County News Center reports that more than 12,800 applications were approved, and over $5.7 million in benefits were provided to people and families affected by the Jan. 21-23 flooding in San Diego County. The Disaster CalFresh program was activated to assist those impacted by the disaster following a presidential declaration.The article mentions that eligible households were able to use Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Cards to purchase hot and prepared food until April 10, 2024. This temporary change in purchasing options was made possible by the approval of...

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County Launches Website Focused on South Bay Gastrointestinal Illnesses

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 27, 2024

San Diego County Public Health Services has launched a webpage dedicated to monitoring gastrointestinal illnesses in the South Bay community. The County started tracking the reports of illnesses in August and now issues a weekly Surveillance Bulletin on South Region Gastrointestinal Illness every Thursday. Dr. Ankita Kadakia, the County’s deputy public health officer, emphasized the importance of avoiding contaminated water, stating, "As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have advised, when people come into direct contact with sewage contaminated water, it can...

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San Diego County Library Named Finalist for Prestigious National Medal

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 27, 2024

San Diego County News CenterDirect To YouThe San Diego County Library has been named one of the 30 finalists for the prestigious 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). This honor is the highest in the United States for libraries and a major recognition of unwavering commitment to excellence and service to communities.The County library is the only finalist from California’s library institutions this year.Migell Acosta, Library Director, expressed gratitude, stating, "This recognition is a direct result of...

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County Recommends Syphilis Screenings During Pregnancy as Infant Cases Rise

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 26, 2024

San Diego County has seen a concerning rise in cases of babies born with syphilis, with a record 35 cases reported in 2022, according to County Public Health officials. This infectious bacterial disease, if left untreated, can lead to severe consequences for infants, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and various health issues.The data revealed that the number of congenital syphilis cases in 2022 increased from the previous year, with two reported stillbirths. County Public Health officials emphasize the importance of early detection and treatment for pregnant individuals...

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Cathedral Catholic High School standout Ice Brady’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Monday, March 25

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 26, 2024

The UConn Huskies won 72-64.

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San Diego County to Close Offices for Cesar Chavez Day Holiday

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 25, 2024

San Diego County News Center reported that in honor of the Cesar Chavez Day holiday, all San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries, and animal shelters will be closed to the public on Monday, April 1. The closure is part of the county's commemoration of the holiday.While most facilities will be closed, essential services such as law enforcement, emergency animal control response, and other critical services will continue to operate throughout the holiday period. San Diego County emphasized that county parks, campgrounds, and neighborhood day-use parks...

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On Sunday, March 24, former La Jolla Country Day High School Te-Hina Paopao collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 25, 2024

The game took place in Columbia, South Carolina.

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On Sunday, March 24 former La Jolla Country Day High School Ryan Langborg competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 25, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 9 seed.