10 Money Moments That Make You Grow Up

You’re officially an adult when you hit these financial milestones.

New Revelations Transform Obamacare from Fiasco into Scandal

IT’S REIGNING CATS AND DOGS! Animal Rights: Advocates, Activists and Adversaries.

6 Tips On Evaluating Programs For Adult Students

5 Car Crash Snags SR-125 Traffic

SDSU Construction Courses Help Build Careers

Chargers Blood Drive XXXV, presented by San Diego County Credit Union, on Nov. 26th

FREE Magical Snowfall Choreographed with Music

Truck Fire Ignites Brush Fire Near Lemon Grove Avenue Offramp

NEW AUTHOR AND AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER, CELIA BONADUCE, CONTINUES POPULAR TEAROOM BOOK SIGNING TOUR

Trombone Player, Grossmont Teacher Paul DeKock Dies at 83

TOP TOURING ARTIST IN JEWISH ROCK, RICK RECHT TO PERFORM FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT

Family, Friends, Food: Share Your Gratitude Today

Share your photos with the hashtag #thankfulfor or directly to kathleen@patch.com and we may feature you in a national gallery.

The Great Thanksgiving Debate: Stuffing vs. Dressing [SPONSORED]

What's the best side dish for a Thanksgiving turkey—stuffing or dressing? No matter which side you’re on, plan ahead for the holiday season with these delicious recipes the whole family will love. Sponsored by Sony.

Quit Smoking, Mount Helix Road Delays and 'Schoolhouse Rock Live!'

Events and things to look forward to in or near La Mesa this week.

LIGHT TOWER FOR SALE

Grossmont high school Marching Band Craft Fair

Soups Hearty Enough for a Main Course

We rounded up four of fall's most filling soup recipes.

Police: Suspected Prowler Arrested in La Mesa

Police arrest a suspected prowler following a brief pursuit early Saturday morning.

6 Gulf Coast Thanksgiving Fusion Recipes

Spice up your turkey day with these five Creole-inspired ideas.

Map: What Part of Town Has the Most Post-Graduate Degree Holders?

Roughly 11 percent of the total population has a graduate or professional degree. The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people, 25 years and over, with those degrees.

Easy Wins for Grossmont, Helix Football in First Round of Playoffs

After making quick work of teams in the first round of the playoffs, Grossmont and Helix football will play away games next week and continue to fight for section and Division I championships.

Best Blogs on Patch: 'The Woman Who Raised That Monster'

Getting Started on Facebook (and Other Tips to Help Your Business Grow)

Attention Parents: Check Out Our New FB Page, Just For You!

Political, Government & Public Safety Bloggers Wanted: Share Your Voice on Patch!

Patch is home to bloggers from a huge variety of backgrounds. Join us and connect with your community today!

Live Scores from Otay Ranch-Grossmont, La Costa Canyon-Helix Games

Check this post on La Mesa Patch throughout the evening for the latest football results for the Foothillers and Highlanders.

Sen. Joel Anderson host annual Legislative Open House on Nov. 21st

Crude Sexual Conduct in Public Place in Arrest Log

La Mesa Patch reports arrests made by the La Mesa Police Department every week. Here are arrests that took place between Nov. 5-11.

The Smart Spender's Thanksgiving Day Feast

Try these tips to wow guests without breaking the bank.

San Diego County Gasoline Price Drops To Lowest Amount Since Jan. 2

The average price is 3.6 cents less than a week ago, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.

Map: Where Are Grandchildren Living With Grandparents?

The number of grandchildren living with their grandparents spiked during the Great Recession. The map below shows a estimate across town of the number of grandparents living with their grandchildren under 18 years old.

The Best Mobile Apps to Get Your Family Organized

Here are the best digital tools for organizing your family's schedule.

American Laser Skincare to Celebrate Grand Re-Opening of La Mesa Clinic and Others in November

'The Book Thief' Trailer + Review: Explores Ordinary Germans During WWII

The movie version of 'The Book Thief' focuses on how the world-changing event of WWII and Nazi control of Germany affects a single family.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Fashion Valley Helps Shoppers Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping

Family Speaks Out About Sudden Loss of Son in Tree Branch Accident

Relatives described Pudsey as a jack of all trades who had been through some ups and downs.

Trial Ordered for Ex-Con in Hit-and-Run Death of Spring Valley Man

Jason Michael Palmer, 34, is charged with the Oct. 27 hit-and-run death of Jacob Greenwald, who was killed while walking home from work in Spring Valley.

Vision of Children Foundation and Midway Jeep Chrysler Dodge and Ram Hold Raffle to Raise Funds for Research into Childhood Blindness and Breast Cancer