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OB Exposed! Photo Exhibit 2011. Photo by Kathleen Blavatt
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Kathy Blavatt on ‘Ramona’s Castle’ — a Treasure at Foot of San Diego’s Mt. Woodson: “I had the opportunity to hear several talks about Any Strong and the Ramona Castle. I was lucky to see…” Apr 18, 12:50
ben on Mandy Havlik: ‘Why I’m Running: Your Neighbor at City Hall’: “Hi, what’s Mandy’s position on municipalixation of the power utility in San Diego?” Apr 18, 11:30
Samantha Carleson on Mayor Gloria Proposes the Worst Budget for San Diego Since Jerry Sanders: “I keep reading there is a $120-140 million shortfall in the budget. And I am pretty sure a similar amount…” Apr 18, 10:17
Ronald May on ‘Ramona’s Castle’ — a Treasure at Foot of San Diego’s Mt. Woodson: “I have two anecdotes to share about The Ramona Castle, both of which related to my 1974-1998 tenure as a…” Apr 18, 00:20
Chris on More Spotlights on the District 2 Candidates: OB Planning Board Video and Interviews by ‘Explore Clairemont’: ““I question why a lawyer would take on a lower paying job and am skeptical because of that.” Actually, you…” Apr 17, 21:31
John Heatherington on ‘Adams Avenue Unplugged’: a Free Musical Walkabout — Saturday, April 25: “How disappointing that in a “free” festival, the headliner costs $40.” Apr 17, 20:47
Bernard Ashcraft on An Afternoon with Josefina Lopez: “This is a good example of what you can achieve if you don’t give up or give in. Josefina is…” Apr 17, 19:59 Chris on $45 Million Wave Pool Coming to San Diego — Only 3 Miles from Beach in Oceanside: “Kelly Slater Surf Ranch in Lemoore is only 7000.00 per person per day. Not a bad deal for the average…” Apr 17, 19:43
Peggy on Fun and Games With Richard Bailey, Candidate for District 2: New PAC and a Political Parody: “I assure you, as a NAVY wife in Coronado, he ruined this town as a MAGA Republican, used his position…” Apr 17, 14:00
Peggy on Fun and Games With Richard Bailey, Candidate for District 2: New PAC and a Political Parody: “I believe nothing from the SD Taxpayers Association, who itself cratered into bankruptcy because of fiscal mismanagement. Bad look for…” Apr 17, 13:56
sealintheSelkirks on $45 Million Wave Pool Coming to San Diego — Only 3 Miles from Beach in Oceanside: “That got a laugh out of me because I have that silly VHS movie on the shelf between Big Wednesday…” Apr 17, 11:05
Frank J on The Vatican Can Elude Trump Threats by Awarding Him ‘the Order of the Golden Spur’ (Yes, It’s a Real Thing): “If you haven’t seen Colbert- ‘AntiChrist Superstar’ :) :) :) https://youtu.be/kZYRxLR-m84?si=HUM5fCTqpO5EFpn7” Apr 17, 09:56
Frank Gormlie on Should the San Diego Public Have a Say in the Future of the Padres? A Look at the Current Billionaire Bidding War: “BREaKinG NeWs The Padres are on the verge of historic new ownership. San Diego’s lone major sports franchise is about…” Apr 17, 09:46 Frank Gormlie on Restaurant Review: Pazzo’s Italian in Ocean Beach: “Thanks for this great review, LK Bruce! Real old-timers will remember this place as the famous Pt Loma Bakery that…” Apr 17, 09:14
Mateo on A Deep, Deep Dive Into the Old Point Loma Lighthouse: “Thank you to the OB Rag for letting the public know about the Cabrillo Park Services guided tours that include…” Apr 17, 08:17
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