Daily Dose: Michael's Grill Goodbye

A final newsletter from the manager of the much loved eatery, and the day's events and need to know.

"For the Love of Mic" Needs a New Home

Once a week local musicians of all ages meet at Friendly Grounds Coffeehouse to play music and enjoy the night- but last week sad news was shared.

Daily Dose: Friendly Grounds Coffeehouse to Close

If mobile home rent affects you, there is a special meeting about Meadowbrook rent ceilings, news about a local business closing, and more events.

Guess the Restaurant: Mexican Wrap

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Question of the Week: Best Produce in Santee?

Share where you like to get your "fruits and veg" around town.

How to Claim Your Business Listing and Post Your Events on Patch

Anyone can post an event on Patch. And now, business owners can tell about sales and other events.

Photos: Halloween Costumes 2011

Trying to find a last minute costume? Get a taste of the costume selection at the local Spirit this year.

On the Job: Reflecting Her Style

Michelle Smith's personality and retro tastes are in every nook and cranny of Hot Rodz and Betties Hair Garage, a salon she and her parents opened in January

Seki's Cycles: The Grand Opening of Holistic Biking in San Diego

From mountain bikes to 3D scans to Reiki healing- the ribbon is cut on a new high performance bicycle shop.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Oct. 7

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

East County Nightlife: Celebrating October, A Month Of Awareness and Pork

Your Patch guide to East County nightlife, October 13-16.

Guess the Restaurant: Coconut Ice Cream

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Chic Boutique Salon Closes

The beauty supply store and unisex salon on Mission Gorge Road in no more.

If You Leave in the Mustang, You Drive Off a Winner

The winner of the 67' Mustang raffle took the beautiful machine home Monday afternoon- see the face of a stoked dude with a new car.

Daily Dose: Cover It Live

The low down on a new reporting method that brings you closer to the action- and of course, the day's events.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Sept. 30

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

Where is This Mustang Parked?

A real tricky one- a piece of Santee, not actually parked in Santee.

On the Job: For Him, It's All in the Cards

Jerry Mudra has operated All Star Cards since 1987, weathering the ups and downs of the collectible business while adapting to the Internet age

Where in Santee is This Mustang Parked?

Part 2- Take your guess where in Santee this beautiful piece of machinery is parked, and get your ticket purchased to win it in the raffle this weekend.

P & P Beads Invites New and Veteran Beaders to Pause and Play

This Santee bead shop is a haven for making wearable crafts- a great chance to get creative!

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Sept. 23

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

Cheapest Gas in Town: Price Falls For 17th Time in 18 Days

Despite a seasonal decline, average price is 87.7 cents higher than same time last year.

Frugal Finds To Welcome Fall

Kick off the new season with cooler temps and sweet deals!

On the Job: Rocking Out at the Sportsplex

Eddie Vandiver, the general manager at Santee's Sportsplex USA, brings a blend of talents to his job, especially a zest for being where the action is.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Sept. 16

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

Farmers Market Fresh: Costa Rica Hits Santee

Taco Wednesdays are back in Santee.

Farmers Market Fresh: Fuji in Santee

Crisp and delicious apples, chilis, strawberries and more

Daily Dose: Kaiser Strike

Farmers Market, computer help at the Library and West Hills High Open House.

Nifty Discounts for a New Season!

Say hello to fall with these awesome deals on entertainment, decor and more!

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Sept. 9

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

Photos: Carlton Oaks Plaza Grand Openings Celebration

One of Santee's most happening strip malls, filled with arts, food and culture, celebrates recent business openings and anniversaries.

On the Job: He's Planted a Business and Watched It Grow

John Lock is much happier these days running his lawn-care and landscaping business than he was sitting behind a desk

Santee Unemployment Rate Lowest in East County

Santee and La Mesa tie for lowest jobless rate out east, as unemployment numbers across the county dropped in August.

On the Job: A Cool Transition for Ronn Hall

Ronn Hall, who never had thought about working in insurance, is glad he finally steered his career in that direction.

Farmers Market Fresh: Almond Joy

Family-owned Hopkins AG is back at the Santee Farmers Market.

Farmers Market Fresh: What Do You Want?

Juicy grapes top the finds at today's market, but we're curious what else you'd like to see at the market- let us know with a handy poll.

Deals To Make Your Penny-Pinchin’ Day

Keep more change in your wallet this week with these bargains!

Guess the Restaurant: Classic Pancake Combo

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Sept. 2

An up-to-date summary of construction projects, like new homes, remodeling, additions, solar energy projects, pools and spas and commercial construction that are trending around town.

On the Job: She Has a New Leash On Life

When Santee's Nancy Lutz re-evaluated her career, she decided to focus on something she loves -- animals -- which led her to open her own pet-sitting business.