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In today's newsletter:

  • What we know about Saturday night’s two stabbings in Imperial Beach
  • How an Imperial Beach Mar Vista alum is powering Coronado volleyball
  • How a Supreme Court case could stall Imperial Beach’s climate lawsuit

Also on today's calendar: Saturday Community Puzzle and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What can go UP the chimney DOWN; but can't come down the chimney UP? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 68 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 54.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and delightful, with a high of 73 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 2 Men Stabbed In Imperial Beach, Police Say (patch.com) — Two separate stabbings in Imperial Beach Saturday night left two men hospitalized, including the owner of 13th Street Market, though both are expected to survive. One victim sought help at Mike Hess Brewing near Dunes Park, where a bystander assisted until deputies and paramedics arrived. Authorities are still determining whether the incidents are connected and if any suspects are in custody.    

• Set Serve Sip: Coach Dave's journey from Mariner to Islander (coronadotimes.com) — A new Coronado High boys’ volleyball coach got his start playing at Mar Vista High in Imperial Beach before working his way through college and into coaching. Regulars at Coronado Brewing Company have rallied around his hiring, following the Islanders’ strong 14–5 season like family. The story highlights how this local hangout and its staff are deeply tied to the team’s success.    

• Calif. climate change lawsuits paused during SCOTUS review (legalnewsline.com) — Imperial Beach’s climate change lawsuit against major oil companies is now on hold while the U.S. Supreme Court reviews a related case from Boulder, Colorado. The pause affects several California jurisdictions whose cases were consolidated in San Francisco. A ruling favoring the energy industry could effectively shut down Imperial Beach’s case and similar climate lawsuits nationwide.    


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Other local events
    Friday April 17
  • JV Softball at Lincoln
    Lincoln Senior High School , 4777 Imperial Ave , San Diego
    4:00 pm
  • Bach Collegium San Diego presents ABYSS & ASCENT
    San Ysidro Branch Library , 4235 Beyer Blvd , San Diego
    4:00 pm
  • Varsity Softball vs High Tech (CV)
    Montgomery High School , 3250 Palm Ave , San Diego
    4:30 pm
  • Saturday April 18
  • Varsity Boys Volleyball Tournament
    Valhalla High School , 1725 Hillsdale Rd , El Cajon
    8:00 am
  • Saturday Community Puzzle
    810 Imperial Beach Blvd , Imperial Beach
    5:30 pm
  • Monday April 20
  • Boys Lacrosse vs Otay Ranch
    SYH Stadium
    4:00 pm
  • Boys Golf vs Mar Vista
    Chula Vista Golf Course & Venue , 4475 Bonita Rd , Bonita
    4:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday April 16
  • FT - 5th to Star of India
    Allen, Ella B. Bonita, CA 91902
    8:00 am
  • Fire Dept Set Up
    Veterans Association of North County , 1617 Mission Ave , Oceanside
    9:00 am
  • CVESD U - The Developing Brain and Learning Success
    Loma Verde , 84 East J Street , Chula Vista
    9:00 am
  • FT - 1st to Oma's Pumpkin Patch
    Allen, Ella B. Bonita, CA 91902
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • South Bay Union School District posted a job opening for Mendoza-Theater Teacher (TK-8th) 2025-2026 in Imperial Beach. Apply here.
  • Burger King - CFM posted a job opening for Crew Member in Imperial Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Imperial Beach here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Popular CA Taco Shop Faces Backlash For CEO's MAGA Ties (patch.com)
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  • Schools Dive Into AI Without a Road Map (governing.com)

Coronado

  • Welcome to the Jungle: Coronado Flower Show takes over Spreckels Park (coronadotimes.com)
  • Contest: Nominations open for ‘2026 Best of Coronado News' (thecoronadonews.com)
  • Warning letter sent to former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey over investment disclosure (thecoronadonews.com)

Ok Imperial Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: UMBRELLA (Thank you JEANNE S. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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