Pumpkin Guide: Varieties for Eating, Carving and Painting

Not all pumpkins are made equal. Here's how to determine which varieties to use for different purposes.

The Air Show Debacle

A perfect example of the evil side of politics

Where Do the New Gen X Moms in Town Live?

Are you a new mom with an old Nirvana t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.

Halloween 2013: Americans to Spend $330M on Pet Costumes

The National Retail Federation estimates that about 158 million Americans will celebrate Halloween this year.

Knott's Pest Control-San Diego's Trusted Pest Control Solution since 1981

Missing and Wanted: Police Seek Masked Gunman for June Carlsbad Bank Robbery

The bandit dressed in business attire—but wore his running shoes.

Who's Hiring in La Mesa: Bartender, Floral Delivery Driver and Medical Director

Speak Up Guest - EMT-I Lynn Briggs & Paramedic Carylyn McEntee Emergency Responders who were denied Due Process

BO-beau to Open for First Time Friday

No More Oktoberfest Tea Time at The Aubrey Rose

The shop, which offers afternoon tea and fine gifts and collectibles, decided to close during Oktoberfest this year. "If we had bratwurst scones or beer flavored tea it might help us," the owner said.

Update: Oktoberfest Specials, Discounts at La Mesa Village Businesses

Project Management Courses set at SDSU

OKTOBERFEST SPECIALS AT CHRISTIE'S STORE AND CRAFT BOUTIQUE

KNoodleIt Kick-Off Event

Celebrate Oktoberfest at San Diego Craft Breweries

Just in time to celebrate Oktoberfest, here's a list of six great San Diego craft breweries that have tasting rooms or pubs open to the public.

La Mesa Oktoberfest Parking Limitations Start Thursday

Tips for Navigating Your Local Farmers' Market

Farmers' markets showcase a variety of fresh products for great value. Here's some helpful advice for finding the best these markets have to offer.

Where Are the Homes Just Under $200,000?

The map below shows the number of owner-occupied homes valued between $150,000 and $199,999 in your neighborhood, as reported by the US Census Bureau.

Marines Cancel Upcoming Miramar Air Show

It was not immediately clear whether the cancellation of the annual event was due to the federal government shutdown.

La Mesa Oktoberfest: What You Need to Know

The 40th annual Oktoberfest celebration will begin Friday at 11 a.m and ends at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Missing and Wanted: Teen Vanished from Lemon Grove One Year Ago

Nancy Catalan-Lopez disappeared last Oct. 26. Authorities believe she could still be close by.

Identity Thieves Take Shopping Spree, Buy $35,000 Worth of Items with Stolen ID

They went on an illicit three-day spending spree, driving off in a Mercedes-Benz SUV.

Rep. Susan Davis Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Pay Back Furloughed Workers

Community Update

Reid: ‘Why Would We Want To’ Help One Kid With Cancer

Wine Cellar Dinners at Marina Kitchen

Patch Readers Love the Mason Jar...and Salad is Just the Start

Shutdown overreach: More guards at WWII memorial than Benghazi; Park Service closes park it doesn't run

Tasting on the Terrace at Marina Kitchen: Every Friday & Saturday in October

A Night in Baja

Map: What Are the Richest Parts of Town?

The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.

Obamacare Kills People -- Starting Now (No, Really)

What’s the Going Rate for Roof Repairs?

A bad roof is one repair homeowners can’t afford to put off for long. But just how much will the fix set you back?

Transformed student actors star in ‘Pygmalion’ Oct. 3-12

Missing and Wanted: One Year Later—Where Is Marlane Koue?

The Oceanside woman with a restraining order against the grandfather of her estranged husband disappeared last October.

“Bruises” – Domestic Violence Awareness Month – October 2013

'Revenge Porn' Now Illegal in California

Publishing nude photos of a current or former spouse with the "intent to cause serious emotional distress" violates a "revenge porn" law signed Tuesday by Governor Jerry Brown and may result in up to six months in jail and/or $1,000 fine.

Bringin' Home da Boyz Adoption Fundraising Garage Sale (day 2)

Bringin' Home da Boyz Adoption Fundraising Garage Sale

Referral Acceptance Day!