Frugal Family: Savings for September

Kick off the new season with these steals!

Looking for a Day Trip? Check out the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Every day at 5 p.m. watch a Cheetah run up to 70 mph on a straight track.

Daily Dose: 9/11 Action America Project

Be part of a project about how the events of Sept. 11, 2001, changed you.

Hotel at Viejas Casino to Bring in About 400 Construction Jobs

It will bring temporary construction jobs and ongoing personnel jobs to the area.

Photos/Video: Expressions Dance and Movement Center Grand Opening

Owner Darcy Fagerwold brings over 20 years of dance instruction to Carlton Oaks Plaza- which has become a hub of arts and culture in town.

Back to School and Labor Day Bargains

Summer’s winding down but the deals are taking off!

Daily Dose: Economic Indicators Up Slightly

"The probability of a recession is probably less than 50 percent, but the probability is significant and is growing."

On the Job: Still Steaming Ahead

Phil Simon, a former farm boy and sailor who runs his own floor-cleaning business, has no intention of slowing down

Guess the Restaurant: Slide on Over

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending August 21

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: More New Stuff

New vendors selling everything from lumpia, mango, kabobs, arugula and more- learn more about them and see some fresh photos.

Knit With the Gathered Together Girls at Friendly Grounds

Help on patterns for needlework shared at bi-monthly meetings

Wicked Deals for a Wicked Heat Wave

Keep your frugal meter cool with this week’s specials!

Guess the Restaurant: Not Your Ordinary Sandwich

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Original Roadhouse Grill Closes

The Western themed eatery shut its doors last week.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending Aug. 12

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.

A Midsummer Day’s Savings

More local bargains to keep your budget happy!

Guess the Restaurant: Breakfast That Shall Not Be Named

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Guess the Restaurant: Reuben Sandwich

Which Santee eatery made this food?

Farmers Market Fresh: A Taste Is Worth a Thousand Pictures

And, since we've probably put up about 1,000 photos of the Santee Farmers Market, you've gotten just a taste of what you can find there- see the best photos of the year here.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending August 26

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

Know where to save money at the pump.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending July 29

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

Know where to save money at the pump.

On the Job: Framing Her Career Around Art

With her "Art With Larisse" teaching studio, Larisse Robinson is painting a new path for many students.

Farmers Market Fresh: New Things at Market

A group of newbies at the farmer's market offer a variety of gourmet finds

Bites Nearby: Chicago Pizza Company

Santee's lone Chicago pizza shop is a well-rounded place to get a slice, pasta, subs, salad, dogs and more.

Frugal Finds for Inquiring Minds

Here’s how you can save in Santee this week!

Bites Nearby: Oggi’s Pizza and Brewing Co.

The Southern California sports bar and brewery has one of 20 spots in the heart of Santee.

On the Job: Dancing to Her Own Beat

Sonja Larimore, who teaches Jazzercise in Santee, is a woman in constant motion.

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending July 22

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

Know where to save money at the pump.

Lunch at Margaritas Fine Mexican Food

The brightly colored eatery is hard to miss and worth a stop.

Frugal Families: Dandy Discounts!

Stretch your budget with these hot bargains!

Santee Construction Report: Week Ending July 15

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: Coming Around in Circles

Santee native Jolene Allen, a former chef and waitress with years working for restaurants across the country, brings her experience to Einstein's Bagels as a shift manager.

East County Open House Lineup for Comic-Con Weekend

After getting your geek on, search for your dream home.

Daily Dose: Thursday Thoughts on Comic-Con

Blues & BBQ, Open Mic and Comic-Con top the bill.

Feel the Summer Lovin' With These Steals!

Here’s what’s on the hot list this week!

Al: The Man Behind the Sport Shop

Al Treadwell took a leap of faith to start Al's Sport Shop back in 1979.