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‘The Wind and The Breeze’
Through June 10
Cygnet Theatre presents a play that explores the politics of place, the unspoken expectations of friendship and what happens when we stand our ground. Dates and times vary at Cygnet Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St. Visit bit.ly/2wOy7op. Read More
By Sophie Wolfram | Guest Editorial
Two years ago, San Diego put itself on the map as a city on the forefront of the battle against the climate crisis, the greatest threat to our health, safety and quality of life. With the support of Mayor Kevin Faulconer, the City Council voted unanimously to adopt a Climate Action Plan, or CAP, that makes a legally binding promise to slash our emissions in half. Read More
With the restriping of University Avenue, which included the installation of new bicycle lanes, some parking spaces were eliminated along the street. Read More
By Jess Winans
Uptowner reflects on his upcoming run for County Assessor
[Editor’s note: San Diego Uptown News, or its parent company San Diego Community News Network, does not endorse candidates. This feature article’s intent is to highlight an Uptown resident and his connection to our community. For more information about incumbent Ernest Dronenburg and his campaign for the position, visit voteforernie.com.] Read More
By B. J. Coleman
Local leaders face off at Hillcrest event
On May 8, Gina Roberts, president of the San Diego Chapter of Log Cabin Republicans (LCR), and Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, president of San Diego Democrats for Equality went head to head at the LGBTQ Debate. Hillcrest Town Council and Trans Narratives sponsored the debate. (Due to the event date, Hillcrest Town Council cancelled its monthly meeting for May.) Read More
By Dr. Ink
If you’re searching for a charming, full-service restaurant to slurp margaritas and nosh on familiar Mexican fare — sans the mariachis and guacamole-crazed travelers intrinsic to Old Town — look no further than Huapangos in Hillcrest. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
Khwanta Osanai is exposing fans of Thai food to the street foods of Thailand in her debut restaurant, Soi 30th in North Park. If you’re on the hunt for pad Thai and drunken noodles in their most pedestrian form, you’ve (fortunately) come to the wrong place. Read More
The lease for Paesano in North Park is up for grabs through the property brokerage firm, Location Matters. The restaurant’s proprietor, Joe Romano, owns the building and has yet to decide whether he will retire or reopen at a different San Diego location once a tenant is found. Read More
By Leo Wilson
One of my earliest memories of Bankers Hill was walking across the Quince Street Pedestrian Bridge. It was a rickety, old, wooden bridge that sparked safety concerns. Several years later, it appeared that I would never walk over the bridge ever again. Read More
By Toni G. Atkins | Notes from Toni
Imagine you’ve recently given birth to your first child. You don’t earn a lot of money, so you rely on Medi-Cal, California’s safety-net health-insurance program, and you get your health care at a community health center. The baby won’t stop crying, and the stress and lack of sleep are fraying your last nerve. You’re really struggling. Read More
By Susan A. Davis | District 53 Dispatch
The annual defense bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is a rare area of consistent bipartisanship in Congress. No matter where Democrats and Republicans stand on other issues, we all want and need to provide for our national defense, as well as our service members and their families. Read More
Bankers Hill Parking Committee
First Monday of the month. 5–6:30 p.m. at Merrill Gardens, 2567 Second Ave. in Bankers Hill. Read More
By Dr. Ink
In restaurant years, Benihana is ancient.
The national chain, founded in 1972 by the late Rocky Aoki, sizzled its way into San Diego 24 years ago. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr.
Don’t be the sad person who walks into Maestoso expecting a quiet dinner. The restaurant, complete with a rolling food cart, an open kitchen, and an army of extroverted Italian waiters, qualifies as one of the liveliest and most unique Italian establishments San Diego has seen in a while. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr.
Contrary to rumors that Cali O Burgers in Hillcrest has changed hands or is closing, owner Mike Chenavo told San Diego Uptown News, “We’re not going anywhere. In fact, we are planning to expand.” Read More
May is Historic Preservation Month, and South Park is ready to celebrate.
The annual Old House Fair will return for its 20th year on Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read More
By Andy Cohen
For many years San Diego has been a bit of an outlier when it comes to its congressional delegation. Other than Orange County, San Diego tended to be the only major metropolitan region in the state that overall voted Republican when it came to congressional elections. Read More
[Ref: “Rogers steps down as HTC chair,” Vol. 10, Issue 8, or online at bit.ly/2HZUU4U]
Kath has been an incredible leader for the HTC, and the Hillcrest community in general! We’re so sad to see her go but are so excited for what’s ahead for her! Read More
Uptown is a unique place to call home. We pride ourselves on our historic districts and mainstay local spots, yet also embrace and welcome change to our vibrant community. Read More
