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Representing the Spanish-Speaking Residents of San Diego County

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Located at the scenic confluence of the Pacific coast and U.S.-Mexico border, San Diego has long been a destination for both American citizens lured by the temperate weather and immigrants looking for new beginnings. The city’s status as a port of entry has led to a hodgepodge of different cultures and cuisines from countries south of the border and across the ocean, but San Diego’s ties to Hispanic language and traditions have always been a significant part of its identity. Today, … [Read more...]

The Best Jobs in San Diego, CA for 2019

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San Diego is among the best cities for jobs in 2019, according to a report by WalletHub. Out of the 182 cities surveyed, San Diego ranked 28th when compared to the rest across thirty indicators of employment-market strength. Elsewhere, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the unemployment rate in the US has fallen to a low of 3.6%. Therefore, like in other parts of the country, hiring is up in San Diego. There are tons of careers ready to be filled by entry-level, intermediate … [Read more...]

What Are Crane Flies (Mosquito Hawks), and Why Are They Everywhere in San Diego County This Year?

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If you’ve noticed an abundance of flying, long-legged, mosquito-like insects in and around your San Diego home recently, you’re not alone. Crane flies (sometimes called mosquito hawks and skeeter eaters) are seemingly everywhere you turn. But what are they, and why are there so many this year? Crane flies are related to the common mosquito, however, unlike mosquitos, they neither bite nor spread diseases. They are in abundance this year due to the unusually wet winter we had, which created … [Read more...]

6 Tips to Beautify Your Rental Property in San Diego

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If you’re having trouble renting your apartment, you might want to think about freshening it up. Apartments that have a good location in San Diego only need a cozy and chic appearance to be absolutely desirable. Here are some ideas in which you can invest to make your apartment rent on its own, without you having to do much. Choose the Right Wallpaper When in doubt, you can always go with white. But, if you really wish to make your apartment more rentable, you need to give it a more … [Read more...]

Straw-pocalypse: California’s Absurd Plastic Straw Ban Reaches San Diego Restaurants

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Have you been to a full-service restaurant in San Diego lately? If so, you’ve likely been affected by California’s latest regulatory overreach. The petty people who work in California state government seem to have so little actual work to do, so little actual value to offer our society, and so little relevance that they needed to exert control over our drinking habits. It’s just another step down the slippery slope of government confusing themselves for your mother and doing everything they … [Read more...]

Amazing Architecture Trends in San Diego and Around the Globe

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Architecture trends don’t only tell us what kind of buildings we can expect to see, but also the future that will wait for us in a few years. Luckily, all the trends that are on the rise make it seem like we have a bright period ahead of us. Let’s see what trends are emerging in San Diego and worldwide. Green is pushing forward For years, architects and designers pushed eco-friendly materials, but that’s simply not enough anymore. This year and in the future, we can expect to see the rise in … [Read more...]