COVID Outbreak Data Case + Pandemic Funds + Forest Closures

San Diego CA

31 August, 2021

6:59 PM

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Rise and shine, San Diego! Here's everything you need to know to get this Wednesday started off right. First, today's weather: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 75, low: 65. Here are the top stories today in San Diego: A group of civic and health leaders announced the imminent opening of a Monoclonal Antibody Regional Center in the Clairemont area to provide on-site COVID-19 testing and early treatment at no cost for anyone who is medically eligible, regardless of health insurance or immigration status. (San Diego Patch) The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved transferring $4 million in federal funds to independent fire protection districts to help them combat the COVID-19 pandemic. (San Diego Patch)A nonprofit free speech organization said that it has asked the California Supreme Court to take up the case brought by a coalition of San Diego-area news organizations seeking county data regarding COVID-19 outbreaks in the community. (San Diego Patch)Firefighters continued working Tuesday to contain the smoldering remnants of the Chaparral Fire that spread over hundreds of acres in San Diego and Riverside counties after erupting over the weekend in rural Murrieta. (San Diego Patch) National forests across California, including the Cleveland National Forest, will be closed headed into the Labor Day weekend in an effort to head off fire-related catastrophes. (San Diego Patch) Tired of paying too much for your prescriptions? GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies. Works for pet medications, too! GoodRx also helps bring the Daily to San Diego. Support our sponsor and see how much you can save by going to GoodRx.com. Today in San Diego Virtual: SNAP Business Alliance Group. (8 a.m.) Virtual: Defense, Veterans & Military Affairs Committee. (8 a.m.) Walk to End Alzheimer's Pep Rally - Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter. (5 p.m.) Where Do I Start? Navigating the San Diego Regional Center. (6:30 p.m.) Scot Bruce - A Rockin' Tribute to The King. (8 p.m.) San Diego Patch Notebook San Diego Humane Society: "There's never been a better time to adopt your new best friend! Through Sept. 19, we're joining the nationwide Clear the Shelters adoption event to help animals find new homes." (Facebook)City of San Diego: "Wondering if it's recycling week? Curious if you're eligible for yard waste recycling? Check out our Collection Schedule Lookup tool." (Facebook)San Diego Botanic Garden: "A fun, environmentally-friendly alternative to grass lawns! Rethink your landscape and create beautiful, low water outdoor spaces that save you money and require little maintenance." (Facebook) San Diego County Library: "On Saturday, Sept. 4, we invite you for the ribbon cutting of the first Little Free Library in Chula Vista! The ribbon cutting will be followed by a book giveaway and access to resource booths." (Facebook) San Diego Central Library: "We are so close to the finish line — San Diego, help us get to our goal! Your participation in the Summer Reading Program & Community Read-a-Thon by logging your books, activities and/or hours read, is making a huge difference already." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Free Family Mini Photo Sessions! (September 4) Dirty Confetti Country Music Band Debuts at Josie's Hideout (September 6) Totally 80s New Wave Tribute Band (September 11) Add your event That's it for today! If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. Send them this link to subscribe. — Kristina Houck Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming San Diego Daily? Email [email protected].