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Hey, San Diego! Let's get you started this Wednesday with everything you need to know going on today in San Diego.

First, today's weather:

Windy with a few showers. High: 60, Low: 42.

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Here are the top stories in San Diego today:

1. Maybe someone you know has survived COVID-19 but has not bounced back to their normal state of health. Medical professionals are providing help for patients suffering with long-term COVID-19 effects. "For most patients dealing with post-COVID conditions — also known as 'long COVID' or 'chronic COVID' — they’re commonly experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, difficulty breathing, troubles with exertion and exercise, headaches, and a chronic cough," said Lucy Horton, an infectious disease specialist and associate professor of medicine at UCSD Health. Others have difficulty with brain fog which makes it impossible for them to return to their former jobs. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (fox5sandiego.com)
2. Willie Morrow was a pioneer in Black hair care. He invented the 'Afro Tease,' commonly known as ‘the pick’ in the 1960s. He also created the 'Eze Teze' and the 'Blow Out Comb.' Later, he created an entire hair care line. Willie Morrow influenced culture across the country, but he began here in San Diego. Today Morrow is retired, but his daughter is working to continue his legacy as a San Diego Hair Care Pioneer in the Black community. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (10News)
3. During the pandemic, this 6th grader taught herself to sew by watching YouTube videos. Emery Kordower made face masks, dog scarves, scrunchies, and bags. She sold her wares on a website she started, and with half her profits, she bought her own sewing machine. She didn’t go on a shopping spree with the remaining cash. Instead, Emery Kordower donated the rest to Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (NBC San Diego)

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Today in San Diego:

• Gender Identity and Nonbinary Identities (Free Training) — San Diego LGBT Community Center. (9 a.m.)
• Sing & Sign Toddler Storytime *OUTDOORS* — Weingart City Heights Library. (10 a.m.)
• STEM Storytime with Ms. Joslyn — Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center. (11 a.m.)
• Conversation Cafe — Mira Mesa Branch Library. (Noon)
• iPhone Notes App — San Ysidro Branch Library. (1:30 p.m.)
• Interview with David Brooks — Writer's Symposium by the Sea 2022. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Humane Society: "Pet Parent Weather Alert: There is a winter storm warning for San Diego County! Please ensure your animals are warm, dry and safe by keeping them inside day and night. Protect horses and other livestock by providing a rain and windbreak cover, warm bedding, abundant feed and fresh water." (Facebook)
• San Diego History Center: "Celebrate San Diego: Black History & Heritage 1948: Johnny Ritchey is the first African American baseball player to join the San Diego Padres. Ritchey became 'The Jackie Robinson of the West Coast' by breaking the Pacific Coast League’s color barrier in 1948 while playing for the Padres." (Facebook)
• San Diego Humane Society: "From wild big cats to feisty house panthers, Cat Man Chris Poole is a friend to all felines! Chris is passionate about rescuing cats and helping them thrive through TNR (trap, neuter and return). He found internet fame sharing the daily adventures of his cats, Cole and Marmalade, and uses his online platforms to educate and inspire others to help" (Facebook)
• San Diego Rescue Mission: "Urgent needs! Would you like to support our influx of new students and emergency shelter guests? Right now, our Emergency Shelter and Mission Academy have urgent needs for new towels, bedding, and underwear. Provide essential items to help people transition off the streets via our Amazon Charity List!" (Facebook)
• San Diego Central Library: "Spring into STEAM may be bursting on the scene once March hits, but our virtual and in-person programs are open for registration now.⁠ ⁠ This year, the theme is Let's Grow! Kids 9-12 are encouraged to set off on an adventure to explore botany, agriculture, and forestation." (Facebook)

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— Bettyann Pernice