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Spring Valley protesters call on San Diego County to scrap homeless shelter project
Dozens of people who live in Spring Valley spent their Saturday taking to the streets to call on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors to halt a project to build 150 sleeping cabins in a vacant lot along Jamacha Road. The lot, located near the State Route 125 offramp,...
32 Great Interesting Facts About Mission San Diego De Alcalá
Mission San Diego de Alcalá stands as a significant landmark in California's history. Founded in 1769 by Spanish Franciscan friar Junípero Serra, it was the first of 21 missions established in California. This mission played a crucial role in spreading Christianity among the Native American population and served as a hub for agriculture, education, and culture. Did you know that Mission San Diego de Alcalá was originally located near the Presidio of San Diego but was moved six miles east due to water scarcity? Today, it remains an active parish and a historical site, attracting visitors from around the world. Ready to learn more? Here are 32 great interesting facts about this iconic mission!
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