County Joins "The Big Read"
/County Libraries are participating in the nationwide "The Big Read" program. This year's featured novel is "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck.
Workout + Nature = Healthy, Happy You
/Get a total body workout - and a nice view of the ducks - at Lindo Lake Park.
Finding Forever Families
/Two County departments are teaming up to share the stories of local children in need of adoptive homes.
“As many as 75 foster children are available every day through the Health and Human Services Agency’s County Adoptions. The Heart Gallery puts a face to the need, giving the public a chance to see beautiful photos of these children as the exhibit travels to Library branches throughout the county,” said Board Chairwoman Pam Slater-Price.
Local photographers donate their time to take professional portraits of children currently in foster care. County Adoptions keeps the exhibit updated as some children are adopted and others become available, and the Library provides 33 branches where the photos can be featured. It will be at the Ramona branch at 1406 Montecito Road in February.
The exhibit has produced an increase in calls from people who want information about adoptions, and has also raised awareness about the need for adoptive families.
To see some of the photos featured in the Heart Gallery, check out this album. For more information about adoptions, visit the Health and Human Services Agency Adoptions Program page, or call 1-877-I-Adopt-U (423-6788).
Meet the Bookman
/The "Bookman" has been supplying free books to County jails and juvenile detention facilities, as well as teachers and anyone else who needs them, for 20 years. CTN.org visited the Bookman at his warehouse in City Heights.
Road Crews Work Round the Clock
/Department of Public Works crews pulled 12-hour shifts to keep local roadways safe during the recent storms.
Anticipating a Flood
/When a storm hits San Diego, County Meteorologist Rand Allan can tell you exactly where it's raining and where it might flood, all without getting wet.
Restoring, Again, a Piece of County History
/In May of 2003, work began on the restoration of an historic adobe and wood framed farmhouse. The Sikes family house was one of the only remaining examples of 19th century middle class life in the region. However, the Witch fire of 2007 stormed down through the San Dieguito River Park and the farmhouse was no match for it. Now, it's being restored for the second time in six years. CTN.org had a look.
Chargers Bolt on the CAC Tower
/The County of San Diego illuminates the County Administration Center tower with a Chargers lightning bolt, in support of the team's 2010 Super Bowl run.