Sunday, October 18, 2026
We translate the biggest stories in America into what they actually mean for Santee residents — your wallet, your commute, your home.
New Colorado River rules are reducing water use across Arizona, Nevada and California, but San Diego County officials say the region is positioned to avoid immediate supply disruptions. For Santee, the local connection runs through Padre Dam and the San Diego County Water Authority.
Read the breakdown →San Diego County's average price for regular gasoline reached $6.017 Friday, according to City News Service reporting published by Times of San Diego. The countywide figure is not a Santee-specific station average.
Read the breakdown →San Diego County's average regular gas price hit $5.95 on Labor Day, according to NBC 7 San Diego and City News Service. For Santee commuters and families, the spike lands as freeway trips, school runs and errands stay expensive.
Read the breakdown →Santee voters have two City Council races, two local tax-related measures and several county and state contests on the Nov. 3 ballot. Vote centers begin opening Oct. 24, with four Santee locations scheduled to open Oct. 31.
By Santee Pulse Staff
Sharp Grossmont Hospital is hosting a certified farmers market every other Friday morning at YOUnity Park on its La Mesa campus. The market gives East County residents another nearby stop for produce, baked goods and prepared foods.
By Santee Pulse Staff
A nearly $1 million grant will replace deteriorating wooden steps on the South Fortuna Trail at Mission Trails Regional Park. The work is aimed at making the popular route safer and reducing erosion in the San Diego River watershed.
By Santee Pulse Staff
A Powerball ticket sold at Americo Gas on Woodside Avenue matched five numbers in Saturday night’s drawing, putting a $2.26 million prize in East County. The jackpot itself rolled again, setting up an estimated $538 million drawing Monday.
By Santee Pulse Staff
San Diego County says flu activity is climbing earlier than usual, with test positivity at 8% and 58 hospitalizations reported. The county is also adding short-term forecasts to its respiratory virus report so hospitals and residents can better prepare.
By Santee Pulse Staff
Santee Voter Guide: Council Races, Measures and Vote Centers for Nov. 3
View all →Public SafetyCounty Warns Flu Activity Is Rising Early This Season
View all →BusinessLa Mesa Village Building Set to Become Culinary Hub
View all →CommunitySharp Grossmont Adds New Farmers Market for East County Shoppers
View all →DevelopmentSantee Water Project Adds Renewable Energy System
View all →Local ImpactColorado River Cuts Put San Diego Water Investments Back in Focus
View all →El Cajon City Council Approves New Downtown Parking Structure
East County Magazine · 246d ago
La Mesa Village Association Plans Spring Wine Walk for March
Patch · 246d ago
Lakeside Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase on I-8
San Diego Union-Tribune · 247d ago
Alpine Fire District Seeks Volunteers for Wildfire Preparedness Program
East County Magazine · 247d ago
Ramona Unified School District Budget Shortfall Prompts Emergency Meeting
Ramona Sentinel · 247d ago
New Urgent Care Clinic Opens in Spring Valley Plaza
Patch · 248d ago
El Cajon Police Investigate String of Catalytic Converter Thefts
San Diego Union-Tribune · 248d ago
La Mesa Considers Rent Stabilization Ordinance for Older Apartments
East County Magazine · 248d ago
Lakeside Rodeo Grounds to Host Vintage Car Show in April
Patch · 249d ago
Alpine Creek Town Center Adds Three New Retail Tenants
East County Magazine · 249d ago
Spring Valley Residents Push Back on Proposed Warehouse Project
San Diego Union-Tribune · 249d ago
Ramona Grasslands Preserve Trail Reopens After Storm Damage Repairs
Ramona Sentinel · 250d ago
El Cajon Transit Center to Get $6M Accessibility Upgrade
East County Magazine · 250d ago
Lakeside Planning Group Reviews 48-Unit Housing Proposal on Maine Ave
Patch · 250d ago
La Mesa Craft Beer Festival Returns to Downtown May 3rd
San Diego Union-Tribune · 251d ago
Two Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Jamacha Road in Spring Valley
East County Magazine · 251d ago
Ramona Community Planning Group Debates Solar Farm Proposal
Ramona Sentinel · 252d ago
Alpine Library to Expand Hours Starting March 1
San Diego Union-Tribune · 252d ago
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