Year: 2022
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Three candidates battle for South Bay in Assembly District 80 special election
Early voting is underway in a special election for the 80th Assembly District covering the southern part of San Diego, Chula Vista and National City. Two Democrats and one Republican are in the race, all with different visions for the future of San Diego’s South Bay. https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2022/03/21/three-candidates-battle-for-south-bay-in-assembly-district-80-special-election
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Say, ‘Trees!’ City Heights just got a lot more of them
Over 400 newly planted Jacaranda, Hong Kong Orchid and Brisbane Box trees are taking root in public and private spaces in City Heights. They will provide shade to the community while lowering temperatures and energy use in the neighborhood. https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2022/03/17/new-trees-planted-city-heights-san-diego
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Bringing the farm and Foodshed to City Heights
The new “Farm Hub” will address food inequality and climate change through locally-grown produce. The center will provide fruits, vegetables and eggs for up to 300 families a week. https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2022/03/14/bringing-the-farm-and-foodshed-to-city-heights
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City Heights complex expected to house seniors, low-income families by late summer
Rental rates and home prices continue to climb in San Diego County, forcing many families and seniors out of traditional housing. A new affordable residential complex is set to open later this summer in City Heights to make a dent in the issue. https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2022/03/10/city-heights-complex-expected-to-house-seniors-low-income-families-by-late-summer
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Local Ukrainian organizations collecting medical, military supplies to send overseas
We’ve seen people bringing donations to the House of Ukraine, to help the people of that nation. But it’s not the only location in San Diego where donations are being collected; there’s another collection center in City Heights. https://www.kpbs.org/news/local/2022/03/08/local-ukrainian-organizations-collecting-medical-military-supplies-to-send-overseas