🌱 SD Memorial Day Weekend + Mayor Urges Safety + Beach Hazard!

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Bettyann Pernice, your host of the San Diego Daily — here to tell you everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today. Keep scrolling for the scoop.

First, today's weather:

Areas of low clouds, then sun. High: 70, Low: 62.

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Here are four of the top stories in San Diego today:

1. It's Memorial Day weekend, and it's time to pause on Monday to honor of our fallen heroes. (No, it is not for Veterans — that is Veteran's Day.) Memorial Day is a day we set aside for those who have died fighting for our freedoms. Find out what events are planned for the holiday and what events are going on this holiday weekend. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)
2. Mayor Todd Gloria, along with the San Diego Police and Lifeguards, want you to have a safe holiday weekend. “We want San Diegans and our visitors to have fun, safe and positive experiences at our beaches — and the City is prepared to help facilitate that,” Mayor Todd Gloria said. “We encourage everyone who plans to spend time at the beach during this busy holiday weekend to know how to keep their family safe as well as the rules they must follow on the beach and in the water.” The San Diego Police have put together a list of guidelines for you to follow and stay safe. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Times of San Diego)
3. Planning to swim at the beach this weekend? The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazard Warning for Sunday afternoon to Tuesday morning. Winds are expected to be 16 m.p.h. with a surf of up to 8 feet, along with dangerous rip currents. If you plan to go to the beach, secure your beach blankets and stay out of the water! To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)
4. What does a perpetrator get for repeatedly punching a flight attendant on a San Diego-bound flight? Perhaps 15 months in federal custody, along with anger management classes, or counseling. In addition, an offender would not be allowed to travel on a commercial aircraft during a three-year period of supervision. 'Perps' beware! To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (City News Service)

Today in San Diego:

• Strawberry Festival — Historic Downtown Vista. (8 a.m.)
• Farmers Market — La Jolla Open Aire (9 a.m.)
• Sip & Swim Pool Parties — The Lafayette Hotel. (Noon)
• Meet the Candidate for Mayor of Chula Vista, Christine Brady — Chula Vista Public Library Civic Center Branch. (2:30 p.m.)
• Musical Landscapes: Mountain, River & Cave — Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra. (3 p.m.)
• Pier Pressure San Diego Memorial Day Weekend Mega Yacht Party — Hornblower Cruises & Events. (4 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Police Department: The SDPD will be out to make sure everyone is enjoying the weekend responsibly. Enjoy the beach, have a BBQ, or ride your bike during this holiday weekend. (Facebook)
• San Diego Humane Society: It is warming up! Please do not leave your pets inside your car for even a few minutes! If you love them, keep them safe. (Facebook)
• San Diego Botanic Garden: Come see some amazing orchids loaned to the Botanic Garden by San Diego County Orchid Society. The Society will have these beautiful orchids available for sale. (Facebook)
• San Diego Central Library: Students of e3 Civic High School went downtown to protest gun violence and to show support for the victims of the most recent shooting at Robb Elementary. The protest was orchestrated by Students Demand Action. (Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: Did you know that you can get passes for California State Parks at the library! Find out more. (Facebook)
• The Arc of San Diego: Would you like a job where you can help people with disabilities in your community? If so, the Arc's Community Inclusion Professional (CIP) job is for you! Check it out for more information. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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