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Back Country Covid Cases as of December 12
Julian = 42 (+6) Ramona = 967 (+132) Ranchita = 8 (+0) Warner Springs = 28 (+1) Santa Ysabel = 21 (+2) Borrego Springs = 34 (+19) Descanso = 40 (+5) Alpine = 480 (+69) Poway = 704 (+88) Lakeside = 1,037 (+152) Total Confirmed cases in Unincorporated San Diego County = 14,320 a total rise of 2,208. TESTING AVAILABLE If you believe you have symptoms please get tested. Most testing locations do not require an appointment. To find information on a testing location near you or call 2-11 (toll free) or on the web 211sandiego.org .
Supervisors Approve Tobacco Retail Licensing Program
by Katie Cadiao, County of San Diego Communications Office
The County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance Tuesday that will place additional restrictions on the sale of tobacco products in the unincorporated area of the county and facilitate enforcement of the new rules once they go into effect. Tuesday’s actions establish a tobacco retail licensing program, or TRL, that will allow the Board to regulate the operation of businesses that sell tobacco products. The TRL will require business owners to obtain a permit and stay in compliance with federal, state, and local tobacco control and youth tobacco access laws, or risk the suspension of their license. The TRL will also cap the number of establishments that can sell tobacco products in the unincorporated area to 330 businesses. In addition to prohibiting the in-person sale of tobacco and flavored tobacco products to those 21 or younger, the ordinance will ban the placement of tobacco vending machines in the unincorporated area of the county. Businesses that have onsite pharmacies will no
Volume 36 — Issue 20
Julian, CA.
ISSN 1937-8416
www.JulianNews.com
Winter And Holiday Donations Soar For Julian Pathways, Inc.
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December 16, 2020
by Kim Simas
This year has definitely been one for the record books and not just for unprecedented changes and challenges. Once again, the Julian community has proven itself to be filled with kind and philanthropic people all working together to provide help to those in need. Many Julian residents were hit hard by the pandemic and the ability to provide for themselves and their families has been extremely difficult. Each year, Julian Pathways, Inc. increases their fundraising efforts for the holidays and it was understood early on that this year would be especially tough for many. In the past, Julian Pathways, Inc. concentrated their holiday fundraising programs on Julian Union Elementary School District students and families. However, beginning this year, Pathways extended their services to include the entire Julian community. That, along with the current pandemic, led to a greater number of people in need. In addition to providing winter jackets for children in the community through their Winter Warmth Program, Pathways also distributes new bicycles to JUESD third graders from the Bikes for Kids Foundation, turkeys and food staples for Thanksgiving and Christmas gifts for families in need. For the second year in a row, Marilyn Faulkner generously donated frozen turkeys. The turkeys, along with many traditional sides purchased by Pathways, were given to 10 families in the community so that they could have a fulfilling Thanksgiving meal. With the kindness of the Sons of the American Legion and private donors, Pathways’ Winter Warmth program was able to distribute over 90 new jackets to Julian children. Ranging from toddler to teenagers, many in the community will be much warmer this winter. The number of children and families in need definitely increased this year however, so have the donations. Pathways’ Resource Coordinator, Carmen Longoria, remarked that this year was clearly record-breaking in the number of children that were helped. Each holiday season, Longoria separates children into lists of who will benefit from the various donations that Pathways receives based upon need. Whether it is one toy from the Toys for Tots drive or a toy and clothing items from a Secret Santa each child receives a little something. In an effort to fulfill children’s needs and wants for Christmas while still maintaining the magic of Santa, Pathways' “elves” asked children to provide a wish list. Each child was to list items that would fit into four categories: want, need, wear and read. Longoria and Counselor/ Resource Coordinator, Krystin Hunter worked hard to fulfill each wish list item by matching them to donors (aka Secret Santas) or handling the shopping themselves. This year, due to the overwhelming number of donations, every child in need in the Julian community will not only receive a toy but will also receive items that fulfill his or her complete wish list. Last year, the donations that
Pathways received for Christmas provided gifts for over 110 children. Through the extremely generous donations and support received from USMC Toys for Tots, San Diego Family Magazine, Julian CAL Fire, Julian
Community Methodist Church, American Legion Post 468, American Legion Riders, Ladies Auxiliary, Red Hawk Realty and countless community members, Pathways is able to provide gifts for over 162 children of all ages.
longer be allowed to sell tobacco products. The TRL will be transferable among immediate family members, as long as the business location does not change. The new owner will also have to meet the age requirement for selling
tobacco products, meaning a TRL will not be transferable to anyone under the age of 21. The Board action also establishes an age requirement for clerks who sell tobacco products. Salesclerks who are under the age of 18 will be
allowed to sell tobacco products to those of legal age, as long as the clerk is under continuous supervision by someone 21 or older. The new regulations will go into effect in July of next year.
JTC Presnts “A Christmas Carol” On Facebook Live Julian Theater Company invites everyone to join us for a Special Holiday Presentation of ‘A Christmas Carol’, Sunday December 20, 2020 at 2pm. We cannot gather together this year, so we’ve decided to offer you a gift; a live-stream video of our 2019 stage production of “A Christmas Carol”. This free live-stream event may be found on our Julian Theater Company Facebook Page. If you plan to watch this Free presentation and would like to show your appreciation, please consider a donation to help support two very worthy local organizations. Donation to Julian Pathways, Inc. https://www.julianpathways.org/home/support-julian-pathways Or: Volcan Mountain Foundation https://www.volcanmt.org/donate ‘Thank You’ to all our JTC Family and friends for your continued support! We will Get through this Together. Have Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year. Sincerely, Debra and Scott Kinney Executive Producer and Artistic Director Julian Theater Company
House Fire In Whipering Pines Displaces Family
photos: Michael Hart(top), CalFire(bottom) Shortly before 1 o'clock on Sunday a kitchen fire at a 2 story home (Pheasant and LakeView) in Whispering Pines. The family escaped safely. Firefighters mitigated threat to exposures (no spread to other homes or vegetation). Home has major damage, but fortunately there were no injuries. Red Cross is assisting displaced residents.
Warning: Fake COVID-19 Vaccines May Pop Up Online
from www.healthline.com
Just a fraction of the gifts ready to go for Julian children and an example of jackets donated to Pathways for the Winter Warmth Program
Interpol released a warning last week stating that organized crime networks may try to scam people into buying fraudulent COVID-19 vaccines. The real vaccine won’t be distributed online, so avoid circumventing the process for what may seem like early access to the shot. Some people may see an opportunity to profit off fraudulent medical products. In this case, it could put people’s health and livelihoods at risk. The top international law enforcement agency, Interpol, released a warning last week stating that organized crime networks may try to scam people into buying fraudulent COVID-19 vaccines. Interpol also expressed concern that criminal organizations could attempt to interrupt the supply chain and steal legitimate doses of the vaccine. The pandemic has presented a ripe opportunity for making and selling fraudulent products that claim to prevent and cure COVID-19. “There is a supply and there is a demand. When the supply is less than the demand or when the demand outweighs the supply, there is an economic opportunity,” said Dr. Daniel Fagbuyi, an emergency room physician who served as a biodefense expert in the Obama administration. Some people may see an opportunity to profit off fraudulent medical products. In this case, it could put people’s health and livelihoods at risk, Fagbuyi added. Furthermore, people are eager for a vaccine after months of lockdowns, quarantines, and restrictions. It’s crucial to remain patient and trust that you’ll be able to get vaccinated soon. If you’re not in the initial tier to receive the vaccine, which includes healthcare workers and older adults, know that “your turn is coming and you will have the vaccine,” Fagbuyi said. What to know about fraudulent vaccines When a vaccine is available, you’ll want to get the shot from a trustworthy healthcare provider, such as your doctor, an emergency room, or a designated location listed by your local public health department. continued on page 12
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