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Traveling Lake Hodges and the Del Dios Highway

Used by permission, this rather comprehensive look at Lake Hodges, Del Dios Highway and sites far and wide, first appeared at Postcards and Passports, San Diego resident Tami Zehrung Wilcox’s extensive travel blog. Only a few weeks ago, I took a day to discover Lake Hodges and the area surrounding it. I was astounded at all that it has to offer — especially its peaceful…

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Escondido declares contaminated creek emergency

The City of Escondido is stepping forward with urgent action to address a pressing issue—one that touches not only the environment but the well-being of its people. In the quiet area near Harmony Grove, Escondido Creek has become a center of concern. Recent testing has revealed troubling contamination, much of it linked to homeless encampments along its banks. Now, the City has declared a local…