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September 25, 2019 Volume 35 — Issue 08
Julian, CA.
ISSN 1937-8416
Cross Country Team Off and Running
Ramona Air Fair Takes Flight On October 5
by Katie White, County of San Diego Communications Office
Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for takeoff as one of Ramona’s biggest events returns for its 24th annual edition. The Ramona Air Fair & Fly-in is coming to the County of San Diego’s Ramona Airport, 2926 Montecito Road, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. Event admission and parking are free, and all ages are welcome. Expected to draw thousands of attendees, this year’s event will feature a display of airplanes, helicopters, tours of CAL FIRE and U.S. Forest Service firefighting aircraft, free tethered hot air balloon rides, and much more. Free airplane rides with Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 14 will be available on a first-come, firstserved basis for children and teens between the ages of 8 and 17 years. The Ramona Air Fair will
also feature meet and greets with special guests Red Eagles Formation Team, Ramona Rattlers, March Aero Club, and Air Group One. Tours of the airport’s other facilities, including the Classic Rotors Museum and the control tower will be available. But it’s not just airplanes and flying attractions that draw the crowds. Visitors can also enjoy a classic car show, meet Smokey Bear, relax in the Hangar 24 beer garden, eat delicious food from various food trucks, and listen to live music performed by country artist “Whiskey Ridge.” For the
little ones, the all-day Kids’ Zone will include free face painting, balloon making, and piñatas. Ramona Airport is one of eight County airports and has the oldest CAL FIRE air attack base in the state. California’s fire service started flying missions out of Ramona Airport more than 60 years ago in 1957. For more information about the airport, visit the County Department of Public Works’ Ramona Airport web page<https://www. sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/ dpw/airports/ramona.html>.
Fall Sports Schedules Cross Country
The Julian Cross Country team is keeping our Cuyamaca trail run alive, with the support of Bill Porter, former Julian coach, and the participation of the Mountain Empire's team. We had three runners medal this year. Our team has recently been moved to the Frontier league, where they will find a higher level of competitive runners this year. Team captain, Jessica Bakken, who beat the course record in Cuyamaca last week and took first place, is starting her season as one of the top runners in our new league. She is joined on the team by Sophia Golding, and Elizabeth Denny who placed 4th. Phoenix Cruz took 1st place, and team captain, Corey Lay took second place at the race. They are joined by Tyler Parker, Zen Hill, Elijah Dickenson, and Wesley Gratzer who placed 4th. Be on the look out for future fundraising events, as the team is trying to raise money for new uniforms.
County Awarded CDC Grant to Fight Opioid Misuse, Addiction, Injury and Death
by Sarah Sweeney, County of San Diego Communications Office
In the midst of record-setting prescription drug deaths, the County of San Diego has received welcome news in the form of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant to strengthen efforts in the local fight against opioids. The $6.5 million grant, over three years, is part of a $1.8 billion national push by the federal Department of Health and Human Services to combat opioid addiction and deaths. The County of San Diego was one of 16 cities or counties to be awarded grants from this effort. “The shape of the opioid epidemic is evolving and so must our approach in preventing the deadly and addictive impact of opioids in the county,” said Dr. Wilma Wooten, County public health officer. “This funding will help us take critical steps needed to help reverse the course of the growing opioid crisis.” Set to be officially accepted by the Board of Supervisors on September 24, the funds will be used to help prevent overdoses, develop systems that support coordinated and timely detections of potentially harmful events, provide training to providers, assist individuals in accessing drug treatment and recovery care, and provide guidance on education and training activities and in the use of electronic health records. “Access to treatment with addiction medications is integral to our efforts to reduce the harmful impacts of opioid misuse” said Dr. Luke Bergmann, director of County Behavioral Health Services. “This grant is good news for both the County’s prevention and treatment efforts.” Opioid overdose deaths in San Diego County have increased steadily over the last decade. San Diego County’s opioid crisis had mainly involved prescription opioids, but synthetic opioids such as fentanyl are now a
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Julian Merchantile Expansion And Grand ReOpening
Friday, August 30 Wolf Pack Invitational @West Hills HS (Santee) Friday, September 6 Ian Cumming/Tim Latham Invite @Rohr Park (Chula Vista) Thursday, September 12 Cuyamaca State Park Invite Wednesday, September 18 Frontier Conference Cluster #1 @ NTC Park (San Diego) Saturday, September 21 Woodbridge HS CC Classic @Silverlakes Sports Park(Norco) Friday, September 27 Coach Downy CC Classic @Morley Field (Balboa Park) Thursday, October 3 Maranatha Invitational @Rancho Bernardo Com Park Thursday, October 10 Frontier Conference Cluster #2 @ NTC Park (San Diego) Thursday, October 24 Frontier Conference Cluster #3 @ NTC Park (San Diego) Thursday, November 7 Frontier Conference Cluster #4 @ NTC Park (San Diego) Thursday, November 14 Frontier Conference Finals @ NTC Park (San Diego) Saturday, November 23 CIFSDS Championships @ Morley Field (Balboa Park) Saturday, November 30 CIF State Championships @Woodward Park (Fresno)
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deadly trend, with an 82 percent increase in deaths involving fentanyl. In the County, fentanyl-related deaths now surpass heroinrelated deaths. Moreover, the economic impact in the form of lost productivity and increased health care and criminal justice costs due to opioids was significant and estimated at $950 million in 2016. “We know that opioid addiction can happen to anyone and it can happen very quickly,” said County Supervisor Kristin Gaspar. “With countless numbers of prescription pills sitting in medicine cabinets across the county, we must continue to talk to our families and friends and educate the community on safe use, safe storage and safe disposal of these highly addictive medications. Overdose deaths are preventable, and it starts by having these conversations.” Preventing drug abuse and getting people into treatment is essential to the County’s Live Well San Diego vision, which aims to improve the health and safety of all residents. The County funds prevention and treatment services throughout the region. If you, or someone you care about, needs treatment, please call the Access and Crisis Line at (888) 724-7240.
Meet 50th Congressional District Candidate Sunday Dr. Helen Horvath, candidate for the 50th Congressional District, will hold a candidate forum in the Town Hall on September 29, 2019 from 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm. Doors will open at 6:10 pm. Topics will include: Women’s healthcare Veterans’ initiatives Small business concerns and development Senior Care (Medicare, social security, and related topics) Balanced budget efforts Immigration and border security Other community topics as they are requested This is an opportunity to interview Dr. Horvath regarding key issues within the district. We are seeking community support for this important job to represent the residents. Residents are encouraged to RSVP to info@horvathcampaign. com to ensure that we have sufficient seating for the community.
Friday, August 23 W 69-28 Home vs Warner Friday, September 13 L 48-6 Home vs Rock Academy Friday, September 20 L 2-0 Home vs San Pasqual Academy Friday, September 27 7pm @ Foothills Christian Friday, October 4 7pm Homecoming vs Borrego Springs Friday, October 11 7pm @Calvary Christian Friday, October 18 tba @Horizon Prep Store Manger oversees the ribon cutting for the newly expanded Julian Merchantile on Main Street.
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Friday, August 30 W 3-0 Home vs San Pasqual Academy Wednesday, September 4 W 3-0 @ San Pasqual Academy Friday September 6 W 3-0 Home vs Rock Academy Thursday, September 12 L 0-3 @ Mountain Empire Tuesday, September 17 L 3-0 Home vs West Shores Thursday, September 19 L 3-0 Home vs River Valley Tuesday, September 24 5:00 @ Calipatria Thursday, September 26 5:00 Home vs Warner Monday, September 30 5:00 @ Vincent Memorial Wednesday, October 2 3:30 @ West Shores Tuesday, October 8 5:00 Home vs Borrego Springs Tuesday, October 15 5:00 Home vs Vincent Memorial Thursday, October 17 5:00 Home vs Calipatria Tuesday, October 22 4:00 @Warner Thursday, October 24 4:00 @ Borrego Springs
St. Elizabeth’s Oktoberfest Sat., October 5 to Sun. October 6 — FAMILY EVENT