April 30, 2020
San Diego County Eases Certain Stay-At-Home Restrictions | Recreational Boating To Resume, Golf Courses & Parking Lots Open
California Governor Does Not Order Closure Of All State Beaches & Parks Despite Leaked Police Chief Memo
Despite assertions made in a leaked "Notification" from the California Police Chiefs Association, California Governor Gavin Newsom did not order all state beaches and parks closed at today's news conference.
California Governor Allegedly Will Close All Beaches & Parks (Again) Starting May 1 According To Leaked Memo
A leaked memo sent to police chiefs around the state today alleges that California Governor Gavin Newsom will order all beaches and parks throughout the state closed as of Friday, May 1, citing the well-publicized overcrowding of beaches this past weekend as the reason.
San Diego To Partially Close Certain Streets To Increase Outdoor Social Distancing Space
San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and Councilwoman Dr. Jennifer Campbell announced a new pilot program today that will partially close certain streets around the city to provide more space for people to be able to walk, run and bike away from large crowds.
San Diego County Announces Stay-At-Home Order To Be "Extended Indefinitely"
San Diego County officials announced today that the county-wide stay-at-home order, which was set to expire at month's end, will be "extended indefinitely."
California Announces Expanding Farm To Family Program To Support Farmers & Food Banks
California's governor announced expanding the state's Farm to Family program today to further connect area farms to local food banks in an effort to help struggling farmers and those in need of fresh produce.
San Diego's Best Coast Beer Festival Accused Of Ignoring Refund Requests Despite Receiving $65,000 San Diego Tourism Grant
California Governor Details Reopening Phases & Announces Next School Term May Begin This Summer
At a press conference this afternoon, California Governor Gavin Newsom discussed a 4-part roadmap for reopening the economy in the coming weeks and stated that the next school term may begin as early as this summer.
San Diego Restaurants To Be Featured On Cooking Channel's "Food Paradise"
Two San Diego hotspot eateries will be featured on this weekend's episode of the Cooking Channel’s Food Paradise!.
Anti-Stay-At-Home Protests Will Continue This Weekend In San Diego
Following two weekends of anti-stay-at-home protests around San Diego County, more demonstrations are scheduled to take place this coming weekend.
After 69 Years In Business, San Diego's Oldest Steakhouse Saska's Shuts Its Doors | OMG Hospitality Rumored To Have Purchased Historic Restaurant
April 26, 2020
After 69 years in business, Saska's restaurant in San Diego's Mission Beach served its final steak this weekend, but it is rumored local restaurant group, OMG Hospitality (Waterbar, Union Kitchen & Tap, Backyard Kitchen & Tap), has purchased the historic eatery.
New Program Will Pay California Restaurants To Feed At-Risk Seniors During Coronavirus Stay-At-Home Order
With a dual part mission to help older adults at high risk from COVID-19 to stay home while providing essential economic stimulus to local restaurants struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus crisis, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of a first-in-the-nation "Restaurants Deliver: Home Meals for Seniors" partnership that will reimburse local restaurants for delivering three meals per day to high-risk individuals.
San Diego Oceans To Reopen On April 27 & Facial Coverings To Become Mandatory When Entering Public
At today's San Diego County press briefing, county officials announced that San Diego oceans and bays would be reopened starting Monday, April 27. Facial coverings will also become mandatory for people entering the public starting May 1.
San Diego's The Taco Stand To Open Kearny Mesa Location
The 5th area location of modern Mexican taqueria The Taco Stand will open in the space that currently houses Cauldron Ice Cream in the small retail plaza that also includes RakiRaki, O'Brien's Pub and Crab Hut in San Diego's Kearny Mesa.
South County San Diego Communities Make Face Masks Mandatory
Following orders passed this week, facial coverings will be mandatory for people entering the public in some South County San Diego communities.
Microsoft Founder Bill Gates Purchases San Diego Home For Record $43 Million
According to the Wall Street Journal, Microsoft founder and one of the richest men on the planet Bill Gates and his wife Melinda have purchased a 5,800 square-foot beachfront home in Del Mar for $43 Million, becoming the most expensive residential purchase ever made in San Diego.
San Diego MasterChef Winner Announces End Of Bakery Dreams Due To Coronavirus Fallout
After raising nearly $60,000 last year to open a casual Mexican bakery in South County dubbed El Cochi Dorado, San Diego-based MasterChef winner Claudia Sandoval has announced that her dreams to open a modern panaderia have been crushed due to the fallout of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
San Diego Mayor Urges Landlords To Rent To Homeless
At a press conference today, San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer discussed a landlord incentive program and urged area rental property owners to house homeless.
San Diego Parks To Begin Reopening Starting April 21
San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer announced today that some area parks will begin reopening for individual use starting Tuesday, April 21, although social distancing restrictions will continue to be in place.
More Anti-Stay-At-Home Protests Planned For San Diego This Weekend
After last weekend saw anti stay-at-home protests in downtown San Diego and Encinitas, more protests are scheduled to take place throughout San Diego County this weekend.
San Diego's Jeune Et Jolie To Launch Island-Focused Weekend Family Meals
Starting this weekend, North County San Diego's Jeune Et Jolie restaurant will begin offering family meals inspired by the Caribbean, aiming to give patrons a taste of vacation while stuck in quarantine.
Del Mar Racing Indicates Summer Season Will Proceed Even Without Onsite Spectators
Del Mar Racing & Thoroughbred Club has stated they plan on hosting their 2020 summer horse racing season this July with or without fans in attendance.
Opinion By Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey: Can We Agree That Surfing Should Not Be A Crime?
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| Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey |
Can we agree that surfing should not be a crime?
A viral video from earlier this week shows a lone surfer, in the ocean near La Jolla, fleeing the water as multiple law enforcement officials chase him down in a powerboat. As the surfer exits the waves and runs up the sandy bluff, dozens of spectators are seen cheering on his display of civil disobedience.
Comic-Con International San Diego Cancels 2020 Event Due To COVID-19 Coronavirus
For the first time in its 50-year history, Comic-Con International San Diego has cancelled its annual weekend event, which was set to take place at the San Diego Convention Center this July. The event will instead return to the San Diego Convention Center from July 22-25, 2021.
San Diego Pizzeria To Be Featured On Guy Fieri's Quarantine Series "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Takeout" Edition
With restaurants across the country closed for dine-in due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, Food Network personality Guy Fieri can no longer take to the road to visit his favorite eateries for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. To continue to produce content, Guy is having some familiar faces, including a popular San Diego pizzeria, come to his home kitchen on three special episodes of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Takeout.
San Diego Pride Cancels 2020 Events Due To Continued COVID-19 Concerns
Organizers of San Diego's annual LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration have cancelled its 2020 events amid ongoing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
San Diego's Popular Hillcrest Farmers Market To Reopen This Weekend
After over a month of closure due to COVID-19 coronavirus precautions, San Diego's popular Hillcrest Farmers Market has announced it will reopen a smaller version with new safety protocols starting this Sunday.
RePost: San Diego Under Quarantine - March 2020
April 15, 2020
San Diego County Fair Cancelled For 2020 Amid Continued COVID-19 Coronavirus Concerns
One of the county's most anticipated summer traditions, the San Diego County Fair announced today that it has cancelled its 2020 season.
"New Normal" - California Releases Indicators To Address In Order To Plan Modifying Stay-At-Home Orders
At a press conference this afternoon, California Governor Gavin Newsom released information about controlling COVID-19 into the future and indicators to analyze when planning to reopen the state's economy for a future described as the "new normal".
Highly Anticipated Solomon Bagel & Donuts Unveils This Week In San Diego's North Park
April 13, 2020
Coronavirus Quarantine 2020: The Playlist
Being we are all confined to our homes to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, we made a curated playlist perfect for quarantine life 2020. Check it out, share, and email us with any song recommendations so we can continuously update.
San Diego's Modern Times Beer Makes Statement With "Medicare For All, Yesterday" Beer Release
April 10, 2020
San Diego-based Modern Times Beer has released a new special release brew named "Extraordinary Times - Medicare for All, Yesterday," a barrel-aged stout that spotlights the fact that the United States is the only developed country in the world without universal health coverage.
San Diego Humane Society Goes Virtual For 2020 Walk For Animals On Saturday, May 2
The San Diego Humane Society is taking its annual Walk For Animals fundraiser online in 2020, uniting thousands of animals lovers in San Diego on Saturday, May 2.
Downtown San Diego Gastropub Releases Line Of Boozy Ice Cream Flavors
April 8, 2020
Downtown San Diego's Metl Bar & Grill is making the most out of the COVID-19 pandemic and has released a lineup of boozy ice cream flavors to compliment its extensive take-out food and beverage options.
San Diegans Show Appreciation To Healthcare Workers With Nightly Display Of Gratitude
For the last few evenings San Diegans have embraced a growing global campaign of demonstrating appreciation for healthcare workers battling the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus by taking to their front doors, balconies, and windows to cheer for those on the front lines of this global pandemic.
San Diego's Popular Dim Sum Destination China Max Seafood Restaurant Engulfed In 3-Alarm Fire
A 3-alarm fire engulfed popular dim sum destination China Max Seafood restaurant tonight in San Diego's Kearny Mesa, causing an estimated $4.5 million in damage and sending two firefighters to the hospital with minor injuries.
Former Local Restaurant Owners Launch Craft Box Food To Support San Diego Culinary Artisans During Difficult Time
After closing his namesake restaurant last fall, the chef behind Maestoso Italian restaurant recently converted his online retail business and launched Craft Box Food - a company launched to help struggling local small businesses by shipping boxes filled with curated San Diego-made artisan foods.
Little Italy Mercato Certified Farmers Market To Return This Saturday With Strict Social Distancing Requirements
April 3, 2020
San Diego-Based Blenders Eyewear To Donate Safety Goggles For Health Workers
San Diego-based sunglasses brand, Blenders Eyewear, is devoting a portion of its manufacturing to make 10,000 safety goggles to donate to area hospitals amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Mandatory Facial Covering Order To Go Into Effect Throughout San Diego Starting This Weekend
After discouraging the general public for the past couple weeks from wearing masks unless they are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19 coronavirus, San Diego County officials today announced an order that starting this Saturday all employees at essential businesses must wear facial coverings, with the general public strongly encouraged to do the same.
San Diego's Trust Restaurant Group Loses Founding Partner
After a nearly 5 year tenure building one of San Diego's most progressive and successful restaurant collectives, one of the founding partners has stepped down from his leadership role at Trust Restaurant Group.
Support These San Diego Farms & Help Small Businesses Stay Afloat During A Difficult Time
The San Diego Sustainable Living Institute has put together a list of local San Diego farms who are continuing to offer goods during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Choose to support one of these area small businesses while stocking up on essentials.
California Schools To Remain Closed Through End Of Academic Year
During a press conference this afternoon, California Governor Gavin Newson announced that schools throughout the state would remained closed through the end of the academic year and also revealed plans in partnership with Google to provide Chromebooks and free Wi-Fi to those in need.
Is It Safe To Order Take-Out Food During The COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic?
Being we've been tracking local restaurants that continue to stay open for take-out and delivery during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, many have asked us if it is safe to order out. This is an especially important question in light of recent news that five San Diego food handlers have tested positive for the virus. Here are my thoughts on the subject with links to sources. We encourage you to take from this what you will and do your own research on the subject, knowing that the information and research available is constantly updating and changing.
California Governor Issues Emergency Orders Banning Sales Of Alcohol & Cannabis Products
To further slow down the rapid spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, California Governor Gavin Newson has issued an emergency order calling for the immediate stoppage of sales of any alcohol and cannabis shops, deeming those businesses to be non-essential.
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