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Disaster preparedness should include pet microchipping, says county

The county’s Department of Animal Services will offer pet microchipping, rabies vaccinations, dog licenses and discount spay and neuter coupons during a clinic from noon to 2 p.m. today at Woodglen Vista Park in Santee, in advance of wildfire season.

County officials said as wildfire season approaches, disaster preparedness plans should be updated and should include pet microchipping.

33rd Annual Ramona Rodeo continues tonight, Sunday

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Ramona’s 33rd annual rodeo continues tonight at 7:30 in the Ramona Outdoor Community Center Fred Grand Arena, 421 Aqua Lane. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
A free family dance featuring entertainment from the country band Whiskey Rodge will start in the ROCC Pavilion immediately after the Saturday rodeo show.
On Sunday, Cowboy Church will start in the Cowboy Hospitality area at 9:30 a.m.. Kids Day will be from noon to 2 p.m. in the pavilion.
The weekend’s final rodeo show will start at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Gates open at 12:30 p.m.
Details are at ramonarodeo.net.

Ramona Scouts return from nonstop Rawhide Ranch adventure

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Members of Ramona Girl Scout Troop 8009 recently enjoyed a weekend at Rawhide Ranch, a horse camp in Bonsall. They saved and budgeted a portion of their cookie proceeds to pay for the trip, said Danielle Shaw, troop leader.

Their adventure into the Old West began immediately upon their arrival with a stroll down Old Town Main Street.

Summer Solstice Celebration — a 5K event to kick off summer in Ramona

Everyone loves summer. It is the time filled with trips to the beach, sunny skies, and lazy days. The summer solstice begins when the sun reaches the farthest point north of the equator, usually between June 20 and 22.

What better way to kick off summer than with a little family fun? Ramona Futbol Club, along with Arch Health Partners, will be hosting a community fun 5K event to benefit Ramona youth soccer program on Saturday, June 22, in celebration of summer.

Java Hut Bake Sale to assist Ramona family in need

Proceeds from a bake sale at Java Hut Coffee Shop Saturday morning will help a widow whose teenage son suffers with a severe case of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

The May 18 bake sale will be from 7 to 11 a.m. at Bob Murray’s Java Hut at 23658 San Vicente Road.

Ramona Parents Coalition’s “Fact or Fiction” among upcoming meetings

Upcoming public meetings include the planning group’s Parks & Recreation Subcommittee on May 20 and the Ramona Parents Coalition on May 22.

Firefighters halt spread of 10-acre blaze in Dulzura

Ground and airborne crews have halted the spread of that estimated 10-acre brush fire off State Route 94, near Otay Lakes Road in the Dulzura area, according to Cal Fire.
There are no reports of structural damage or injuries.

What’s new at the movies?

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Box Office Leaders

Iron Man 3 PG13 Tony Stark must use his creative mind to fight the enemy as his personal world is destroyed. R. Downey, Jr.

The Great Gatsby PG13 It’s the early 1920s and the rich are seeking the American Dream of glamor, music, and loose morals.

Senior center marks 39th year

Ramona Senior Activity Center celebrates the 39th anniversary of its opening on Monday, May 20.

Seniors Empowering Seniors, a new feature at the center, is offered Fridays at 1 p.m. All are welcome.

The center at 434 Aqua Lane is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., except for legal holidays. Dinner-style meals are served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meals also are delivered to the homebound.

Public meetings worth attending

Regular attendees at public meetings occasionally hear someone stand and say something like, “When did this happen? What’s going on? I never heard anything about this.” Never mind that the elected officials, whether they be planning group or school board members, have been discussing the issue for awhile — sometimes years — and it’s been reported in the media, discussed around town, been the subject of letters to the editor and website blogs — and in some cases the information’s been mailed to all residents, property owners, voters or parents.

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