Busy Spring Valley Road Gets a Major Facelift

A new and improved stretch of Jamacha Boulevard in Spring Valley is open to traffic, completing a multi-year, multimillion dollar project.

How Much Do La Mesa and Spring Valley Residents Give to Charity?

New study details giving by ZIP Code and finds areas with more GOP voters are more likely to support charities.

Last Chance: Football Camp and Golf Tournament Registration Friday

Also, if you can't make it out to the polls on Tuesday, you can vote on Saturday at the Registrar of Voters office in San Diego.

Annual Explore Mission Trails Day 'Connects Children to Nature'

On Saturday, young children will discover the joys of nature during themed trail walks and hands-on activities at different “Explore Stations,” free pony rides and up-close encounters with raptors, reptiles and other live animals.

La Mesa Centennial Flag Day Parade Schedule of Activities

For more information log onto www.cityoflamesa100.com. The parade is Saturday, June 2.

How Adventurous Is Your Palate: 100 Foods To Eat Before You Die

According to the Facebook quiz, most people have tried about 20 of the 100 items. How many have you tried?

Photo Gallery: East County Earth Day 2012

More than a thousand visitors were on hand to celebrate Earth Day at Mount Helix Park & Amphitheatre.

Invisible Children Founder Jason Russell Hospitalized After Arrest

Russell co-founded the charity with Helix alum Laren Poole.

Helix Water District's Lake Jennings Photo Contest Runs Through March

Prizes of up to $100 will be awarded in adult and student categories. Photos can be of any aspect of the lake — wildlife, wild flowers, camping, fishing, boating, scenic views.