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🌱 Omicron Variant + Cable Car Returns + GivingTuesday

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San Diego County public health officials reported 401 new COVID-19 infections and 10 deaths in it latest data, as the state prepares for the Omicron variant.
San Diego County public health officials reported 401 new COVID-19 infections and 10 deaths in it latest data, as the state prepares for the Omicron variant. (Shutterstock)

Good morning, Poway! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and warm. High: 80 Low: 49.

Here are the top stories in and around Poway today:

  1. The cable car at Old Poway Park is rolling again. The cable car was built in 1906. (KUSI)
  2. A 57-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of "numerous weapons-related charges" in Ramona and booked at San Diego Central Jail. (City News Service)
  3. San Diego County public health officials reported 401 new COVID-19 infections and 10 deaths in it latest data, as the state prepares for the Omicron variant. The Omicron variant has now been detected in Canada after first being identified in South Africa and then in Europe. (City News Service)
  4. Poway residents can participate in the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive by donating to Toys for Tots. Residents interested in donating can either do it online by purchasing a toy or in-person by visiting any Disney store in the country. (Poway Patch)
  5. GivingTuesday, observed this year on Nov. 30, is a global movement to inspire hundreds of millions of people to not only give, but to recognize and celebrate the generosity of others. While GivingTuesday has gained momentum worldwide, there are plenty of organizations and causes to support right here in Poway. (Poway Patch)

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From my notebook:

  • City of Poway: "It was a short week leading into Thanksgiving, but our contractor was able to complete some key milestones for the Espola Road Safety Improvements project." (Facebook)
  • Poway American Little League: "Be a part in making Spring Season 2022 one of the best yet! Go to www.pallbaseball.org or email info@pallbaseball.org for more details." (Facebook)
  • Poway Community Library: "Access countless courses and embark on a journey to self-improvement with Udemy! Find this and other resources as sdcl.org/elibrary #success #SDCL" (Facebook)

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