More Trees for Ramona Schools

Japanese Maple and Liquid Amber trees are added to Ramona Community Schools and Ramona Elementary.

Attorneys Fly in to Aid Ramona Lawyer in Fight Over President's Eligibility

Gary Kreep will address the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Pasadena on Monday, representing American Independent Party members.

Obama's Birth Certificate—Ramona Attorney Continues the Fight in Court

A Ramona attorney will appear in the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday as part of an ongoing effort questioning President Barack Obama's citizenship.

How Healthy is Santa Maria Creek?

Patch set out to find out who monitors it. Volunteers recently removed nearly 1,200 pounds of trash from the creek.

Redistricting Meeting Draws Sparse Crowd, Some Heat

Ray Lutz of Citizens Oversight Projects calls the hearing a “road show” designed to keep current supervisors in office. But panel members defend the meeting as an important step in the public process.

Hiker Airlifted Out of Mildred Falls Sunday After a 30-Foot Fall

A Sheriff's Department helicopter team aids a man with a broken ankle and rib injuries.

County Redistricting Committee to Hold Public Hearing for District 2 Monday in La Mesa

Residents are invited to offer their opinions on any proposed changes to the supervisorial district boundaries based on recent census results.

Ramona Water Board Moves Ahead with Solar Installation Plans

The board accepts a plan that suggests a savings of $2.5 million at the two water reclamation plants over the next 20 years.

Houses, Condos and Undeveloped Land To Be Auctioned May 11

The County Real Estate Auction begins with a public viewing April 30.

Evacuation Forum to Be Held May 16

The public is invited to Ramona Library to learn about evacuation and the reverse 911 and emergency management systems.

General Plan Update Expected to Get Final Approval Aug. 3

The document that outlines development guidelines for unincorporated areas in San Diego county has gone through years of input by stakeholders and is now ready for final approval.

Ramona Community Park Lighting Project Raises Concerns from Neighbors

Nearby residents say they were not notified of the addition of 17 light poles at four fields at the park. They want an opportunity to have input in the project.

Borrego Springs Stabbing Victim Identified; Investigation Into Shooting of Suspect Continues

George Mendenhall was fatally stabbed in his garage early Wednesday morning. A man suspected in the slaying was later fatally shot in an incident involving a sheriff's sergeant in Descanso.

Highway 67 Traffic Flow Could Change by Adding Traffic Light

A community workshop brings out concerns about congestion during peak hours on Highway 67. The planning group is expected to take action at its May 5 meeting on making suggestions for improvements.

Man Dies After Sheriff’s Sergeant Opens Fire at Descanso Rest Stop

A man who was a suspect in the fatal stabbing of a man in Borrego Wednesday dies after gunfire from a Sheriff's sergeant at a park and ride off Highway 79.

Traffic at Dye and Highland Valley Roads on Agenda Wednesday Night at a Public Workshop; Also NCTD Rate Changes in the Works

Ramona Community Planning Group hosted a public workshop at the Community Center Wednesday. NCTD will host a meeting on rate changes April 21. And Dianne Jacob is hearing about Ramona flooding.

General Plan Update Is Under Discussion Again Today

The County Board of Supervisors will look at staff modifications to the document that outlines growth in unincorporated areas.

County to Update a Disaster Relief Plan

Among the possibilities are advance contracts for restoring water and power.

Need Help With a Utility Bill or Getting Food Stamps? Dial 2-1-1

A phone line offered by a non-profit organization provides information to help connect residents to a variety of community services.

Mildred Falls Hiker Was Short of Rope, Autopsy Report States

Matthew David Pack, 24, of San Juan Capistrano was alive minutes before help arrived, according to the San Diego County medical examiner.

Aircraft Flips Sunday at Ramona Airport; Pilot Sustains Minor Injuries

A light aircraft landing at Ramona Airport Sunday flipped, causing minor injuries to the pilot. Federal agencies are reviewing the accident for any mechanical issues.

Snow Falls to 2,000 Feet Around Ramona

Lake Sutherland appeared as an alpine calendar shot Saturday morning.

Name of Man Found Behind Lakeside Dumpster Has Been Released

The County Medical Examiner's Office has released the name of a 41-year-old man whose body was found behind a dumpster in a driveway off Wildcat Canyon Road last week.

Seismic Safety—Are Ramona Schools Safe if a Major Earthquake Strikes?

California's system for monitoring and certifying schools for earthquake resistance is a mess, according to an investigative report by California Watch. However, Ramona's school district reports that its schools' safety shouldn't be a concern.

Julian Sanitation District Will Merge into a New Countywide District

Julian is among at least eight sanitation and sewer districts that will become part of the new San Diego County Sanitation District.

Ramona Firefighters Raise Money for the Burn Institute

Donations are accepted at three locations in Ramona and at other locations throughout the county.

SD Man's Body Found Behind Dumpster in Lakeside Driveway

The medical examiner's office reports no obvious signs of trauma. An autopsy is pending.

Stanley Virgil Lloyd Jr. Preliminary Hearing Date Change

The hearing will move to June 29 to allow for a status conference in the case of the young man accused in the slaying of 17-year-old Christopher Carioscia, who was found on Barona Indian Reservation last fall.

Anza-Borrego Rescue Credited with Saving Hiker's Life Thursday Night

A hiker was airlifted out of a remote area suffering from severe dehydration, the Sheriff's Department reports.

Ramona Water District is a Step Ahead in Ending Drought

Gov. Brown proclaims the statewide drought has ended. RMWD curtailed its water restrictions seven months ago.

Disaster Preparedness Forum Is in Planning Stages

Evacuation ideas and emergency strategies will be discussed at a public forum, sponsored by Committee for a Better Ramona. Included here are other highlights from a recent Committee meeting.

Slain Teen's Body Showed Methamphetamine, Morphine, Marijuana; Barona Case Goes Back to Court

The autopsy report shows 17-year-old Christopher Carioscia's body was laced with illegal drugs. A 19-year-old Lakeside man is accused in the slaying of the El Capitan High School student on Barona Indian Reservation last fall.

Missing Man Found on Peak of Santa Ysabel Mountain

Michael Dale Zeller has been transported to Palomar Hospital, hypothermic but responsive.

Snow Expected in Julian Overnight

Julian will likely have rain and snow overnight, and possibly through mid-day Thursday. Ramona and Julian can expect rain showers off and on for the rest of the week.

Ramona Water Board Adds $41,000 to Project at San Vicente Plant

A project approved in 2009 receives additional funding to meet the district’s requirements. Directors approved hiring a consultant to work on another project mandated by the state.

El Cajon Courthouse Open Again

Officials closed the building after a short circuit Monday.

Ramona School District Among Four in San Diego County in Serious Financial Struggles

Ramona, San Marcos, Borrego Springs and Mountain Empire Unified school districts are at risk of not being able to meet their future obligations, the state Department of Education reports.

Warner Springs Area Gets New Fire Station

The volunteer fire department at Sunshine Summit, near Warner Springs, has new digs.

Mark Kinney Sentenced to 15 Years to Life; Prior Sex Conviction Revealed

Jurors who came to the sentencing for closure were shocked to hear of Kinney's 1984 conviction, for which he received psychiatric counseling.

Mark Kinney Sentencing Today in El Cajon Courthouse

Kinney was convicted in February of eight charges related to child molestation and child pornography. His attorney has filed a motion for a new trial.