Even the conservative Republican Union-Tribune praised Todd Gloria as a statesman and hailed his decision not to run for mayor as a leader who acted “selflessly,” putting San Diego first before his own political ambitions. This was not an easy decision for Todd as many San Diego leaders and citizens were urging him to run….
In about fourth grade, adolescent boys (at least I think it’s just the boys) start taunting each other with the game “Would you rather do ______ or kiss your mother on the lips?” For those who don’t remember this, or a similar game, the blank is an ever-worsening list of disgusting things for which the…
thursday, sept. 5 Green Tree World by Gary Walker Renowned artist and creative visionary, Gary Walker will be displaying a wide-array of original paintings done in acrylic and mixed media featuring themes from nature, art, and science. Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road in Poway, free admission, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 858-748-0505, powaycenter.com…
Once in awhile there are special occasions that are cause for great celebration! We, at MCC San Diego, recently had the privilege of ordaining Alisan Rowland into full-time ministry. I first met Allie in 1997 when I came to this church. Allie was singing in the choir – she has a beautiful smile that brightens…
SAN DIEGO — The Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) has set Saturday, Sept. 28 for its 2013 Bootcamp Challenge, a popular and competitive athletic event taking place annually during San Diego’s Fleet Week. The three mile run is part obstacle course, featuring the very same physical challenges that Marines Corps Recruits encounter during their training. In addition,…
Today, City Councilman Kevin Faulconer announced he would be running for mayor. At news conference on Harbor Island Faulconer said, “Today I announce my candidacy for mayor of San Diego. Together, we will restore integrity to City Hall. Together, we will put an end to the dysfunction and get the city working again for the taxpayers of…
San Diego City Council President and interim Mayor Todd Gloria has announced he will not run in the upcoming mayoral race. Gloria released the following statement early Tuesday afternoon: “I have decided not to run for mayor of San Diego at this time. In the few days since I assumed the duties of mayor, it…
Former San Diego City Councilman Carl DeMaio announced today that he will not run for mayor of San Diego. Saying his focus is on his agenda of reforming government, not a particular office, DeMaio confirmed that he will continue with his challenge of Rep. Scott Peters (D-San Diego) in a congressional race next year. Supervisor…
Who is counseling Carl DeMaio? DeMaio reportedly took a lie detector test to prove he was not masturbating in the City Council men’s room; his accuser is state Sen. Ben Hueso. Why would DeMaio take a lie detector test? Has San Diego politics just become an extended Jerry Springer or Maury Povich show? First, lie…
A paralyzed LGBT Navy Officer and his partner have become the latest beneficiaries of local San Diego charity Embrace’s, (www.embrace1.org) home restoration program. The program, Mission: H3 healing our heroes’ homes is about to send a team to start renovating U.S. Navy Commander Brian Delaney’s home. Watch the video and hear Brian’s story and how…
