Today marks the 82nd anniversary of the birth of slain LGBT civil rights leader, Harvey Milk – and, in San Diego, the day the nation’s first Harvey Milk Street was dedicated. The dedication was officiated by Milk’s nephew and several other dignitaries. Gathered on a street corner for the unveiling was a diverse crowd made…
Politician of the Year: When Time magazine isn’t distracted by groups (“The Protester”) or gimmicks (“You”), it gives its Person of the Year award to the individual, left or right or wrong, who most moves the needle and dominates the narrative. In that spirit, I give the Politician of the Year Award to Councilman Carl…
obituary Retired school teacher and health care worker Diane Marie Cavanaugh of San Diego was born in Oklahoma City. She was the daughter of Albert and Dena Peschl, and had one brother, Jimmie Peschl. Cavanaugh graduated from the University of Oklahoma. Shortly thereafter, she met her future husband, Charles Cavanaugh in 1953. Their first son,…
The historic Hillcrest sign, which was replaced in August with a new more eco–friendly sign, is up for grabs. The Hillcrest Business Association (HBA) has issued a request for bid that allows businesses and members of the community to compete to become owners of the iconic Hillcrest fixture. HBA announced the availability of the sign…
CALIFORNIA – With the close of the 2011 Legislative session Equality California (EQCA) reached a new milestone – passage of its most ambitious legislative program since the organization was founded in 1998. EQCA successfully sponsored 12 bills, many initiated under the leadership of former EQCA Executive Director Geoff Kors, on issues ranging from domestic partnership…
The Foo Fighters have become the latest target for members in the Westboro Baptist Church amidst the popular rock band’s Hot Buns video. The ‘church’ had posted shop at the Foo Fighters concert this weekend, and the rock gurus did not fail to disappoint fans after they played a special version of the song for…
Looking for something to do tonight? Two exciting events are set to take place this evening in Hillcrest, both of which offer guests the chance to wine, dine and mingle, all while giving back to the local community. From silent auctions and wine tasting to a bus tour of Hillcrest’s most popular restaurants and lounges,…
The “Toast to Hillcrest” fundraiser for the Hillcrest History Guild returns to San Diego’s vibrant LGBT neighborhood this year on August 18, 2011. Featuring wine, spirits and gourmet snacks from a variety of local purveyors, the fifth annual event is designed to help support the Guild’s mission to create a virtual museum of online history…
The Greater San Diego Business Association (GSDBA) has announced this year’s recipients of several annual awards recognizing exceptional business and community leadership in action. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Excellence,” and award-winners will be honored at a luncheon on June 23 at the Hilton San Diego Resort on Mission Bay. Councilmember Todd Gloria will present…
Hillcrest’s popular nightspot Eden will reveal a reinvented restaurant to the public tomorrow, ringing in the first day of summer with a fresh menu and stylish new ambiance. Ron Prestage will take the lead as the Eden restaurant’s new executive chef, providing patrons with elegant yet fuss-free food in a “colorful, casual and contemporary” atmosphere…
