Month: August 2016

Housing

Landlords Needed to Help Homeless

Aug. 17, 2016 | 9:05 AM

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The County of San Diego and its many partners are looking for landlords who are willing to rent apartments to help house 130 people who are currently homeless.

Environment
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VIDEO: San Diego County Online Solar Permits Provide Bright Future

Aug. 12, 2016 | 1:07 PM

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San Diego County’s solar industry is growing big time… 500 percent growth in the last five years. Anticipating this growth, the County expanded its online permitting to include solar permits, reducing 75 percent of staff time for each solar permit and shorter wait times for you. The County’s online permitting has received several national awards […]

Consumer

Sold! Bid Online in County Vehicle Auction

Aug. 12, 2016 | 9:18 AM

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Back-to-school buys aren’t just for the kids. Get yourself a steal on wheels for all of those impending carpools. The County’s latest public vehicle auction begins Monday, Aug. 15 and you can see what’s available in person or online.

Health

TB Case Reported at Southwestern College

Aug. 10, 2016 | 1:52 PM

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A person at Southwestern College was recently diagnosed with active tuberculosis and may have exposed others, the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency reported today. HHSA is working closely with school officials to notify individuals who were potentially exposed between March 8 and May 27. “Most people who are exposed to TB do not […]

Health

GALLERY: The ‘Road to Wellness’ Inspires Children, Families

Aug. 10, 2016 | 9:37 AM

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The “torch” burned bright as the children from California Children Services and their families celebrated the completion of their Road to Wellness challenge Tuesday with Olympics-inspired events, complete with an opening ceremony and presentation of medals.