North Port City “Going Green” from Excessive Water Use
Lindsay Bodily, Editor-In-Chief
February 24, 2013
North Port, Florida, prides itself on its conservation efforts. Located about two hours south of Tampa, North Port was awarded the 2011 Green Achievement Award, recognized by Florida Green Building Coalition. One of those efforts is water conservation. Amidst its water restrictions, outreach programs,... Read more »
The Grad Zone
Jane Clifford, Co-Editor, Grad Zone
October 7, 2012
Please visit this new area of the Herald, which will feature the work of grad students in the first class of the Masters in Digital Journalism program. The stories are reported, written and produced through class assignments and enterprise work by the students. You can reach the Grad Zone here, or by... Read more »
A Heavy Subject
Jane Clifford, Co-Editor, Grad Zone
October 5, 2012
When talk turns to childhood obesity, people think food and physical activity. They think of kids who eat too much and move too little. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. “The goal is to change our social and physical environment to make healthy choices easier and more natural for families,”... Read more »
Olympic Medalist Receives Key to the City
Randall Rheaume, Staff Writer
August 23, 2012
Tuesday Sarah Hammer was honored at Temecula City Hall for her achievements at the 2012 London Olympics. Hammer won two silver medals in track cycling. Those two events were the Team Pursuit and the Omnium. The Omnium is a six race event over two days. Laura Trott won gold ahead of Hammer in both events.... Read more »
Zara: Store opening in San Diego
Sabina Avery, Deputy Managing Editor/Fashion Editor
August 20, 2012
One of the largest international retail companies, Zara, will open its first San Diego store this fall.Zara originated in Spain and has made its name known in the US, and in many other countries. It’s known for its expensive looking clothing, yet affordable pricing. The style of clothing and accessories... Read more »
Why?
Mike Lewis, Senior Editor
July 27, 2012
‘I’ve got a child victim, I need rescue at the back door of theater 9 now!’ Excerpt from the Aurora Police Department emergency dispatch transcript, 1:10 a.m. on July 20 Alleged mass murderer James Holmes (Westview High School, Rancho Penasquitos) sits in an Arapahoe County, Colorado jail cell,... Read more »
National University Graduates Over 1600 Students
Mike Lewis, Senior Editor
May 15, 2012
Graduates, meet your future. With the sun shining outside the San Diego Convention Center, and the faces of more than 1,600 graduates beaming inside, National University held its Southern California commencement ceremony Monday. After an inspiring rendition of the national anthem by Leonard Tucker, multi-talented... Read more »
Three Competing Ballot Measures Battle to Fix “Broken” Public Education System Through Tax Increases
Mike Lewis, Senior Editor
April 23, 2012
April 17, 2012 (Sacramento)–The figures behind the state’s educational crisis are alarming. According to the California Teachers Association, California ranks 46 nationally in per-pupil funding, with over $20 billion cut from public schools and colleges statewide in the last four years. More... Read more »
Quail Brush Power Plant Project Continues to Draw Public Controversy
Mike Lewis, Senior Editor
March 30, 2012
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) public workshop was held March 22 at the Mission Trails Visitor Center theater, addressing the issues Santee residents have regarding the proposed 100MW Quail Brush Generation Power Plant project. In a visible display of community unity, an estimated 200 Santee... Read more »
Santee Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Power Plant
Mike Lewis, Senior Editor
March 17, 2012
The proposed 100MW Quail Brush Generation Power Plant Project encountered more resistance at the San Diego Planning Commission meeting downtown Thursday morning. In a victory of sorts for the project’s opponents, a 30-day continuance was granted, delaying a decision on rezoning the 22-acre plot from... Read more »
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