🌱 Patch AM: How La Mesa small businesses can tap a new county-backed loan

Good morning to you La Mesa! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How La Mesa small businesses can tap a new county-backed loan
• How La Mesa vets say you can spot pet heat stroke early
• What La Mesa's participation in the e‑bike safety pilot means

Also on today's calendar: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny and very hot, with a high of 105 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Sunshine and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 69.
• Friday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 91 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'They need a bridge.' County leaders approve revolving loan program for small businesses (fresnobee.com) — La Mesa small businesses will soon be eligible for a new revolving loan fund, after county supervisors approved $300,000 to support East County entrepreneurs with flexible loans from $1,000 to $50,000. Administered locally through the East County Economic Development Council, the program targets start‑ups, microbusinesses, and minority‑owned firms, offering capital plus free technical advice to help them survive and grow.
   

• Veterinarians warn pet owners of rising heat stroke cases amid record temperatures (cbs8.com) — La Mesa pet owners are being urged to keep dogs indoors and limit activity as emergency veterinarians report a sharp rise in life‑threatening heat stroke cases during this week's extreme heat. Local specialists explain early warning signs, which breeds are most at risk, and why even beach outings can quickly become dangerous, stressing that fast action and prevention are crucial.
   

• Escondido approves e-bike rules, ban for riders under 12 (thecoastnews.com) — New e‑bike rules in Escondido are part of a wider Youth Safety Pilot Program that La Mesa has also joined, banning riders under 12 from operating most e‑bikes. The program will collect countywide crash data to see if stricter age limits reduce injuries, while cities emphasize education, safety courses, and escalating fines for reckless riding.
   

📸 Around La Mesa

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🗓 Upcoming Events in La Mesa

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 12
• Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 →
  Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Thursday September 10
• Armen Kurdian Town Hall
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  9:30 am
• Storytime for Toddlers & Preschoolers
  San Carlos Branch Library 7265 Jackson Drive, San Diego, CA, 92119, US
  10:30 am
• Craft Circle
  San Carlos Branch Library 7265 Jackson Drive, San Diego, CA, 92119, US
  2:00 pm
• Train-the-Trainer Robotics &AI 1 of 5
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  5:00 pm
• Ice Cream Social & Book Fair
  James Dukes Elementary Ramona, CA 92065
  5:00 pm
• Regular Board Meeting
  Ramona City Unified Ramona Unified School District Office, 720 9th St, Ramona, CA 9
  6:00 pm
Friday September 11
• Patriot Day & National Day of Service and Remembrance
  Pershing (6-8) San Diego, CA 92119
• Rosh Hashanah
  Pershing (6-8) San Diego, CA 92119
Saturday September 12
• Second Saturday Divorce Workshop →
  Zoom
  9:00 am
• Arts & Crafts Fair →
  4690 Palm Ave, La Mesa
  9:00 am
Thursday September 24
• Fall Prevention & Balance Screening Event →
  9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, 91942
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Reunited -Found dog in Lemon Grove-this cutie was found running around El Dora St.
  in Lemon Grove. Is anyone missing a dog? We will probably be taking him to the humane society Tuesday, as we already have three dogs. Please email… (Nextdoor Mount Nebo)
• Have you seen this cat?
  Beau is the neighborhood indoor/outdoor cat who usually spends most of his time at our house on Queen Ave. We haven't seen him for a few days which… (Nextdoor Mt. Helix/Anaheim Dr)

• Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Shift Lead in Spring Valley. Apply here.
• 5TH Axis Inc posted a job opening for Setup Machinist in El Cajon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near La Mesa here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lemon Grove

• Lemon Grove voters could remake City Council in November election (sandiegouniontribune.com)
• Lemon Grove Mayor to lead County Consumer Protection Unit (kpbs.org)

Spring Valley

• Build Gates and Garage Doors Takes San Diego Gate Failures Head-On With Repair and Installation (wboc.com)

El Cajon

• 'They need a bridge.' County leaders approve revolving loan program for small businesses (sandiegouniontribune.com)
• The Chainsmokers Show Takes Frightening Turn As 14 People Are Hospitalized (theblast.com)
• Creme of the County: Going Strong For San Diego! (ballislife.com)

Ok La Mesa! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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