🌱 Patch AM: Could National City repeat Lemon Grove’s 2019 fiscal scare?

Hello Lemon Grove! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Could National City repeat Lemon Grove's 2019 fiscal scare?

Also on today's calendar: Unlock Abundance with Grant Cardone -- Live in San Diego and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 85, low: 67.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• 'This course is not sustainable': National City facing possible insolvency amid growing budgetary deficit (sandiegouniontribune.com) — Lemon Grove is cited as a cautionary example of a small city that nearly considered disincorporation in 2019 as National City now confronts a fast-growing budget deficit and warnings of possible insolvency by 2030. For Lemon Grove residents, the story underscores how rising pension, labor, and public safety costs can push nearby cities toward painful cuts, state oversight, or even governance changes if long-term fixes are delayed.
   

📸 Around Lemon Grove

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lemon Grove

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday August 20
• People's Produce @ Thrive Lemon Grove Farmers Market →
  Treganza Heritage Park, 3200 Main St, Lemon Grove
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday August 19
• Wounded Warrior Project
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  5:00 pm
Thursday August 20
• Picture Day
  Jefferson Middle Oceanside, CA 92058
  8:00 am
Friday August 21
• TK/Kinder Meet and Greet
  Mt. Woodson Elementary Ramona, CA 92065
  7:40 am
• MVA Book Check Out & Picture Day
  Mountain Valley Academy Ramona, CA 92065
  8:00 am
• Marine Corps League BBQ
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  4:00 pm
• Back to School Night: Seniors 5:30p, Juniors 6:30p
  Grossmont High La Mesa, CA 91944
  5:00 pm
Saturday August 22
• Set up for birthday parties
  Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
  9:00 am
Friday September 4
• Unlock Abundance with Grant Cardone -- Live in San Diego →
  4:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 18
• Junior Innovators STEM Club
  San Carlos Branch Library 7265 Jackson Drive, San Diego, CA, 92119, US
  4:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
• Minimum Day (12:44 PM Dismissal)
  Pershing (6-8) San Diego, CA 92119
• Foundation meeting 6PM
  Pershing (6-8) San Diego, CA 92119
• Minimum Day
  Benchley/Weinberger (TK-5) San Diego, CA 92119
  7:40 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• 2026 Cory Littleton Matador Golf Classic —cathy froelicher Read on Patch
• Salsa y Salsa Fiesta —Lemon Grove Lions Read on Patch

• Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Lemon Grove. Apply here.
• Uhaul posted a job opening for Customer Service Representive in Lemon Grove. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lemon Grove here.

🗞 Nearby News

La Mesa

• EDGAR Filing Documents for 0001493152-26-038576 (sec.gov)
• Brush Fire in Sorrento Valley Burns 131 Acres, Smoke Blown Across County (iheart.com)

El Cajon

• 'We have to be proactive.' El Cajon leaders revive plan to potentially acquire Parkway Plaza. (sandiegouniontribune.com)
• San Diego Events: Monday, August 17, 2026 (sandiegoreader.com)
• Election for two seats on Solana Beach City Council will be unopposed (sandiegouniontribune.com)

San Diego

• Officials Adopt Ordinance To Limit Single-Use Plastic Bottles At Events In San Diego County (patch.com)
• Landmark Community Center In San Diego County Reopens After $5 Million Renovation (patch.com)

Ok Lemon Grove! 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 could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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