🌱 Patch AM: How a Santee church’s Pride work just earned a major award

Coming up: Discovery Isle Preschool Open House on the Santee Patch calendar

Santee Voters To Decide On 1% Sales Tax Measure In November

The measure would require a simple majority vote to pass.

🌱 Patch AM: Cat & Kitten Adoption Fair and 10 more events

Be sure to catch The Ideas Rock and Roll Trio @ Santee Lakes Summer Jams on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Cat & Kitten Adoption Fair and 10 more events

Make time for The Ideas Rock and Roll Trio @ Santee Lakes Summer Jams on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Cat & Kitten Adoption Fair and 10 more events

Coming up on the Santee Patch calendar: Comedy Night at BNS Brewing

Special Needs cat waiting for forever home

His story isn't finished. Are you his next chapter?

🌱 Patch AM: The Ideas Rock and Roll Trio @ Santee Lakes Summer Jams and 10 more events

You won’t want to miss Comedy Night at BNS Brewing on the Santee Patch calendar

Old Virginia: A New Region

The new Old Virginia region is NOT a US state, it’s currently an unrecognized region, discovered recently by M. Patrick Tierney

🌱 Patch AM: Lego Pokémon Experience + Kitten And Puppy Yoga Class + Rare Skunks Released + Waymo Expands: Saturday Smiles

Spotted on the Santee calendar: Sons of Kaos

Cotija is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He cuddles.

Lego Pokémon Experience + Kitten And Puppy Yoga Class + Rare Skunks Released + Waymo Expands: Saturday Smiles

Center reopening after $100 million fire restoration; city breaks ground on park; local joins "Big Brother" cast; and more nice SoCal news.

🌱 Patch AM: Santee Senior Living Community To Unveil Mural Honoring San Diego History

You won’t want to miss Sons of Kaos on the Santee Patch calendar

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Santee Senior Living Community To Unveil Mural Honoring San Diego History

Artist David Ybarra spent several months creating the large-scale mural, which depicts landmarks, community icons and historic moments.

Deputy Sentenced; 'Skinhead' Attacks; Man Dosed Kids With Shrooms: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Dandy is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He needs routine.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Santee For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Santee.

$59 Disneyland Deal + New Costco Gas Station + In-N-Out Expansion + Shark Summer Returns: Saturday Smiles

Baseball team donates to earthquake relief; Rotary club funds basketball court project for Guatemalan community; and more nice SoCal news.

Fatal Encampment Fire; SWAT Standoff; Wrong-Way Freeway Crash: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Santee Fire Department Receives Grant For New Firefighting Equipment

"This grant directly strengthens our ability to protect the Santee community when every second counts."

Chopped Chillies is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He's nosey.

New Music Fest + Home Shatters Real Estate Records + July 4 Events + Sweet Thank-You Note: Saturday Smiles

Pop 2000 Tour coming to SoCal; Rare UNICORN heart procedure performed successfully; and more nice SoCal news.

Body Found In Ocean; Motorcycle Gang Arrests; Sex Abuse Charges: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

2 Suspects Arrested In Connection With Utility Theft At El Cajon Home

Both suspects were charged with suspicion of burglary related to utility theft.

Ex-Christian High School Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sex Abuse Charges

Kevin Conover, 50, was arrested last year following an investigation into reports that he had abused a minor.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Santee

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Santee.

Santee SDCCU Among 7 San Diego County Sites Hosting Blood Drives

"Community blood donations play a vital role in helping local hospitals care for patients in need."

Olympic Volunteers Needed + James Beard Winners + America250 Events In SoCal: Saturday Smiles

CERT trained mom spots son's medical emergency; McDonald's bringing back classic item ahead of America's 250th; and more nice SoCal news.

Persimmon is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She had babies.

Baby's Starvation Death; Fake Charity; Kidnapping For Ransom Scheme: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Santee To Celebrate Nation's 250th Birthday With July 4 Event, Fireworks Show

"Santee Salutes - America 250" will feature live music, food vendors, a patriotic ceremony and a fireworks show.

Make Your Mark In Santee On Father's Day: Patriotic Mural Mosaic Painting

Take part in a community Father's Day experience unlike any other.

South County Businesses Impacted By Tijuana River Odors May See Some Relief

As they work with Mexico to address the causes of the pollution, these leaders are taking steps to support local small businesses.

Sharon is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She's polite.

Student Wins $2M Home + Bintlets Born + Free FIFA World Cup Tickets: Saturday Smiles

Bear joins elopement photo shoot; new Guinness World Record set in SoCal; World Cup retail pop-up stores open; and more nice SoCal news.

Arson Arrest; Brush Fires; Carjacking; Drug Seizures; Kidnapping: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Lakeside Carjacking Suspect Arrested With Help From License Plate Reader

The suspect demanded the sport utility vehicle, as well as items from their pockets, Sgt Colin Snodgrass said.

The Heritage Steakhouse Names Executive Chef Ahead Of Santee Opening

Meredith Manée brings more than 25 years of culinary experience to the role.

Santee Summer Concert Series Returns With 9-Week Music Lineup

The annual series will take place Thursdays from June 11 through Aug. 13, excluding July 2.

Santee Summer Concert Series To Open With Patriotic Drone Show

Following the performance, 250 drones will light up the night sky in a patriotic aerial display.