August 2014 La Mesa Blog Posts (31)

First on the agenda today is the unwillingness of La Mesa Today to handle anything controversial. Oh, they will "publish" some items but if they do not fall within the flowery, everybody hug everybody, "Why cant we all get along" catagory those few articles will almost always be singled out and certainly NOT accompany the aforementioned calibre of report. That said, lets just wait and see what LMT will do with this…

Deputies Seek Fugitive With La Mesa Ties

LA MESA -- Sheriff's Deputies are asking the public's help in finding a fugitive who has been known to have La Mesa ties.

Every month, the Sheriff's Department works with the San Diego Regional Fugitive Task Force (FTF) and Crime Stoppers to…

Help Thy Neighbor's Store!

LA MESA -- As soon as I finish writing this article I am going to close my store for 30 minutes,  grab a little cash and walk up across Spring Street and go buy something in the Street Scape Zone.  I don't really need anything, but I'm sure by just walking…

We, at "What A Dish!" La Mesa, are excited that the shop has been mentioned in the September issue of San Diego Home/Garden Magazine.  http://www.sandiegohomegarden.com  The magazine is celebrating its 35 year by highlighting "Hot Finds and Cool Stuff" Now and Then.  On page 26, "What A Dish!" and the new Ergo Chef tool is outlined.…

Some Tips To Encourage Buckling Up

LA MESA -- Police are offering some constructive approaches to persuading loved ones to use their seat belts -- described as the most effective protection in a crash. See Traffic Information below:

Case Highlights: On August 19, 2014,…

Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Chairez playing a knowledge game with the incoming cadets, in which they answer general questions about NJROTC.

New Cadets Get Down To Basic Training

LA MESA -- On the week of Tuesday, August 18th, sixteen incoming ninth graders participated in a fast-paced intense indoctrination training to get a head…

Car Show Ends Its 12-Week Run Thursday

LA MESA -- Here it comes folks....the LAST "Back To The 50's Classic Car & Bike Show" of the season.

This Thursday, August 28th, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. the La Mesa Village Merchants will…

Cyclist Struck By Trolley At Spring Street

LA MESA -- A bicyclist who witnesses say tried to beat the trolley crossing barriers was struck by a trolley and seriously injured Tuesday afternoon.

Police said that at 12:42 p.m.  La Mesa Police responded to…

The Award-Winning YPO Soloists Ensemble and Sinfonietta, Alyze Dreiling Artistic Director and Conductor, will be holding auditions for the 2014-15 season.Auditions will be held at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church. Please call (858) 592-9790 to schedule an audition. Visit www.yposd.org for more info on the ensembles.

Ideas From A Distance

LA MESA -- The great thing about summer vacations is the distance you can gain on your own life, your own job and town.

The tiresome elements of your routine can look petty and inconsequential with the benefit of the longer view travel gives.

Still, on a…

Bringing The Outside Inside

LA MESA -- OK, this is it, the last big holiday of the summer, can you believe it-already. Since Labor Day weekend is all about rest, relaxation and a three day weekend, here are some easy, low key and relaxed ideas for your last big dinner party…

Police Investigating Trolley 'Use Of Force' Incident

LA MESA -- On August 18, 2014, La Mesa Police Officers were called to assist trolley security at the 70th Street Trolley Station. It was reported that the trolley security officers were fighting with a…

I am befuddled, flummoxed, confused. Each day, Each Day, I read and hear about this or that rank minority being upset by this or that. The "this or that" are and have ALL been Constitutionally guaranteed rights of all citizens and NOT the simple minded musings of a few. The Freedom From Religion radicals, a small but vocal band of fanatics, not dissimilar to the PETA outfit, are constantly prowling about,…

Let Me Know . . .

LA MESA -- You know how, when someone we know is facing a hard time,  we frequently say something like, "I'm so sorry to hear this.  I/we are always here for  you.  Let me know if you need anything."  Some people even add, "And I mean that.  ANYTHING."  And then we…

Employees Flee, Foil Robbery Attempt

LA MESA -- Early Tuesday morning, just after midnight, La Mesa police were called to the site of an attempted robbery of a fast food establishment just off Fletcher Parkway in La Mesa.

Police said they received a 911 call from an employee of the Carl’s Jr. Restaurant at 8110 Parkway Drive. The caller reported to police a subject walked up to the drive through…

Employees Flee, Foil Robbery Attempt

LA MESA -- Early Tuesday morning, just after midnight, La Mesa police were called to the site of an attempted robbery of a fast food establishment just off Fletcher Parkway in La Mesa.

Police said they received a 911 call from an employee of the Carl’s Jr. Restaurant at 8110 Parkway Drive. The caller reported to police a subject walked up to the drive through…

Calling All Artists!

LA MESA -- The Foothills Art Association is soliciting entries for its 25th annual Wildlife In Art show. This year's exhibition is being judged by respected landscape artist Joe Garcia of Julian. There will be more than $1,500 in cash awards and prizes.

Artists can…

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Sharing The Heights…

Knife-Wielding Robber Hits Riviera

LA MESA -- Police are looking for a man who robbed the Riviera Supper Club while brandishing a knife early Friday morning.

Police said that at 1:20 a.m. the Riviera Supper Club located at 7777 University Avenue was preparing to close the register for the night when an unknown suspect approached him from behind and displayed a  knife. The suspect demanded cash and a…

New Arts Academy Comes To Life

LA MESA -- The streets were busier. The school buildings were suddenly more full than they had been in years.

On Thursday, the new La Mesa Arts Academy at La Mesa Middle School opened for its first official day, bringing a new grade four through eight…