🌱 Gas Tax Holiday? + Boosters For Teens + Mayor's Vision For SD

Get on up, San Diego! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in town.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 68, Low: 52.

Here are the top stories in San Diego today:

1. It’s been a tough year for Californians. The Golden State is one of the most expensive places to live. With the average price for regular gas at $4.63 last week, according to AAA, inflation is taking its toll on all of us. However, California's revenues are at an all-time high. On Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed his "$523-million-dollar gas tax holiday," a budget that would scale back taxes to offset the effects of inflation. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (San Diego Patch)
2. Have a child aged 12 or older? The CDC now recommends a booster shot to help provide protection against the omicron variant. A booster would prevent the disease, would lessen symptoms, and would decrease the need for hospitalization. With more than 400 vaccination sites, the region has the capacity to meet the demand. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch Press Release Desk)
3. In his State of the City address, Mayor Todd Gloria discussed the issues that the City of San Diego is targeting and finding solutions for in his second year in office. He touched on the challenges of homelessness. “So, this year, I am pushing for state action on conservatorships so that people who cannot help themselves aren’t left vulnerable to the dangers of life on the streets,” Gloria said. He pushed for more permanent housing, increasing shelter beds and also helping those on the street who are dealing with substance abuse and/or mental illness. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (10News San Diego)

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Today in San Diego:

• San Diego Spring Home Show — San Diego Convention Center. (11 a.m.)
• Tips to Keep Your Brain Healthy As You Age (Hybrid) — San Diego Oasis. (1 p.m.)
• The Five Main Classical Music Periods (Online) — San Diego Oasis. (3 p.m.)
• Hops on the Harbor With Modern Times Beer — Flagship San Diego. (7 p.m.)
• One More Time (A Tribute To Daft Punk), DJ Mancat — Music Box. (9 p.m.)
• Open Mic Comedy, Free Show — Mad House Comedy Club. (11:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Botanic Garden: "Not only do you get a beautiful view of our gardens all year round when visiting, you get amazing ocean views as well! With the beach less than 3 miles away, explore Encinitas for a day starting with a 37-acre urban oasis." (Facebook)
• Museum of Making Music: "We were serenaded by several guests yesterday with this wonderful rendition of 'Teach Your Children.' So lovely and inspiring! You never know what magic you'll find in the Museum." (Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: "Looking for a booster shot? To find a COVID-19 vaccination site, check with your health care provider." There are also several websites you can use to schedule your appointment. (Facebook)
• San Diego Rescue Mission: "Help us kick off the new year in a big way! 2022 just started, but hurting people are already turning to the Mission for help. With a new year comes new needs, and right now you can help!" (Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: "Learn about the trailblazers of the civil rights movement and everything they achieved with our Martin Luther King Jr.-inspired collection." (Facebook)
• Downtown San Diego Partnership: "Did you know the Marina District is home to not one, but seven parks? That's a lot of green space. In addition to its proximity to the waterfront and ample green space, the Marina District is urban living at its finest and is home to luxurious condos as well as best-of-class shopping and dining. Learn more about everything this neighborhood has to offer her." (Facebook)

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