Sky Valley Network Increases its Outbound Capacity and Nan's Place Expands

More Ramona residents are connecting with the Internet, if one company's growth is an indicator.

Mother's Day Winetasting and a CSA Update

Sumptuous specials for Mother's Day, plus the background on other local CSAs in the making.

The Winery Ordinance Ruling and Private Roads

Ramona Valley Vineyard Association states that no additional liability would be born by property owners for the easements on their private roads.

Planning A More Walkable Downtown

Bench seats, trees and extra parking space are under consideration as the Revitalization Committee and the Design Review Board discuss the future.

Ramona Man to Be Arraigned in Multimillion-Dollar Tax Fraud and Identity Theft Case

A tax preparer is charged with bilking clients out of their tax return payments, spending the money on his luxury lifestyle and filing false tax documents.

Court Upholds Tiered Winery Ordinance

A judge has ruled that the county met its obligations under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Unemployment Rate in Ramona Stays at 9.4 Percent in March

The Employment Development Department releases employment figures for last month; no change from February but down a bit from January.

Is Downtown Ramona 'Walkable?'

The chamber of commerce and some businesses would like to see more foot traffic downtown. But having a state highway through town is a deterrent.

Two Ramona Gas Stations Among 36 Fined for Violations

Stars Petroleum and the 7-Eleven station were found to have either inaccurately dispensed gasoline or used an incorrect measuring instrument.

Sexual Assault Report in Ramona; Sheriff's Department Seeks Information

A 17-year-old girl reports she was sexually assaulted behind Jack in the Box on Friday night.

Fresh and Easy Rumor Update, and Kirkman Lanterns Opens on Main Street

Fresh and Easy is staying "mum" on the possibility of a store in Ramona, except to say they are exploring the area.

More Winetasting Rooms Open in Ramona

Edwards and Pyramid are now pouring.

Stickers to Sushi and Points in Between

Local sushi restaurants say their fish supplies are unaffected by radiation emanating from Japan. Still no official word about the former Foodland space. And an update on Ramona's sticker campaign.

San Diego Organic Farms

From eggs to kohlrabi, flowers to tomatoes and corn, San Diego Organic Farms serves it up fresh and organic to local subscribers.

San Diego Area House Prices Aren't Out of the Doldrums Yet

The housing recession isn't over, according to the Standard & Poors Indices.

April Showers Bring ... More Frugal Family Savings!

Get ready for a downpour of deals this month!

News from the Tasting Rooms and Other Sips

The word about local wines is spreading.

San Vicente Inn & Golf Resort Opens its New Par Lounge and Patio

Visitors are enjoying the renovated lounge and a new deck at San Vicente Inn & Golf Resort in San Diego Country Estates. In other news, a local realtor is honored.

Relocations Continue With Mixed Results

Some businesses are moving to lower rent and others need bigger spaces.

Woof 'n Rose Winery and Vineyard

Yet another interesting story behind a local wine label.

Ace Hardware Opens in San Diego Country Estates

Local residents are pleased to have a hardware store close to home.

Small-Town Lantern Company Shines Despite Recession

A company that grew out of a family general store and a boy's interest in lanterns has grown to serve Disney and Warner Bros. and to help people keep lights on during emergencies.

Japanese Earthquake, Tsunami, Egyptian Unrest Bring Surge of Customers for Ramona Business — W.T. Kirkman Lanterns Preparing to Open Showroom

Kirkman Lanterns and Ace Hardware are doing finishing touches inside their stores. The former Foodland space on Main Street remains unoccupied. And San Vicente remodel is almost complete.

Mahogany Mountain Vineyard and Winery

Wine tasting guest numbers are “a little better than expected,” given that the winery is “off the beaten path” on Mussey Grade Road.

Winery Ordinance Update

A hearing is still set for April 14. A tentative ruling could be issued April 13. Adherence to CEQA is the main issue.

Julian Man Who Lost Home in Explosion Faces Long Recovery — Trust Account Established

Roger Spilman is recuperating in hospital from burns to his upper body. His wife was due to be released Tuesday. Their family has set up an account if the community wishes to donate.

Want to Brew Your Own Beer?

Eric March, who grows hops at the Star B Ranch, shares his black IPA recipe

The Star B Ranch Looks to a New Horizon

The scope includes agritourism, hops, beer and, of course, bison.

Ramona Patch Joins Local Chamber of Commerce

Five representatives of Ramona Patch gathered with the Ramona Chamber of Commerce's staff, board and ambassadors for a ribbon cutting ceremony outside the chamber office Tuesday.

Loan Modification Clinic in Ramona Saturday

Learn about home loans, credit management, bankruptcy and other housing issues at a free clinic Saturday at Ramona Library.

Crowds Enjoy Wintry Weather; Ramona Only Route to Julian Snow

Julian had traffic jams, San Vicente Golf Course was white Sunday morning, and a snowman made it through the night in the Country Estates area.

Ramonans Build Snowman at Midnight After the White Stuff Falls as Low as 1,500 Feet

Snow fell in downtown Ramona Saturday night, like it did on Valentine's Day in 2008, according to local residents. But this time, "it was much more."

San Diegans in Wynola Enjoying Snow, Pizza

Snow has fallen almost as low as Santa Ysabel.

More Local Wine-Tasting Rooms to Open

The wine Renaissance continues.

Four Boutiques Worth Discovering

Help out the local economy and score some one-of-a-kind fashions to boot.

Oprah's Book Club and Sushi

Have you ever thought a book and sushi would go hand-in-hand? Try out this island-inspired restaurant and melt into a good read.

Thousands Visit Snow in Julian, Mt. Laguna

Winter isn't over yet, says one Julian merchant.

Snow Picturesque in Julian, Wynoloa

Snowfalls Saturday night and Sunday have blanketed backcountry mountains and brought visitors to play and shop in Julian.

Winemaker Lum Eisenman — Johnny Vineyardseed

Lum Eisenman has taught a lot of people how to make wine, but he'd prefer to be a physicist than go into the winemaking business commercially.

Gasoline Prices Continue to Climb

Gas is up nearly 59 cents a gallon over this time last year.