🌱 SD Monkeypox Cases Slow + SD Unified May Offer Teacher Housing 🏘️

🌄Good morning everyone! Bettyann Pernice here with your Wednesday edition of the San Diego Daily. Sip your OJ and follow the community news:

• Monkeypox cases slow in San Diego due to an increase in vaccinations.
• If the school bond is approved, SD Unified may offer housing to teachers and other school employees.
• San Diego ranked 9th-best city for vegans and vegetarians. Yum!
• Enjoy the La Mesa Oktoberfest this weekend Sept. 30 - Oct. 2.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny.🌤️High: 82, Low: 67.

Here are the top stories in San Diego today:

1. The number of monkeypox cases in San Diego is down.👩‍⚕️"We may have had a peak around August 6th in terms of the most amount of cases that we were seeing, and we continue to see a downward trend in cases since that time," Dr. Ankita Kadakia, the deputy public health officer for San Diego County, said. According to Dr. Kadakia, it was wise of San Diego to declare a health emergency in August. The declaration allowed the county time to access state funding for testing, vaccine supplies and infrastructure. Anyone wishing to get a vaccine for monkeypox can make an appointment online at MyTurn.ca.gov. (KPBS)
2. 🏫It’s called Measure U, and it may help San Diego Unified School District retain teachers.If passed on Nov. 8, the district would set aside more than $200 million of the $3.2 billion bond to build 500 affordable housing units on district property for educators and other school personnel. The bond would also be used to renovate school buildings and upgrade security measures at the schools. Though taxes would not be raised, the district-wide property tax would be extended. (CBS News 8)
3. Are you vegetarian or vegan?🥗If so, you may know that Oct. 1 is World Vegetarian Day, and that Nov. 1 is World Vegan Day. If you love plant-based foods, but also like to eat out, you will be pleased to know that San Diego ranked 9th-best city for vegans and vegetarians, according to the personal-finance website WalletHub's report on 2022’s Best Cities for Vegans & Vegetarians. (Times of San Diego)
4. 🍺It’s back! The La Mesa Oktoberfest returns this weekend to celebrate its 49th year. It’s a popular Bavarian festival where people can enjoy some time together in a German paradise, with games, dancing, German beer, dachshund races, and food to delight the palate. Kids can join in activities created just for them. (Lamesaoktoberfest.com)

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Today in San Diego:

• Bilingual Storytime: French (L'Heure de Conte Bilingue: Français) — Riford/La Jolla Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• STEM Storytime with Ms. Joslyn — Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center. (11 a.m.)
• Conversation Cafe — Mira Mesa Branch Library. (Noon)
• Chair Fitness (a la carte) — San Diego Oasis. (12:30 p.m.)
• OASIS : Beautiful and Unusual Birds of the World — San Diego Oasis. (1 p.m.)
• Storytime with Write Out Loud — Weingart City Heights Library. (1 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• 🐾San Diego Humane Society: "HOT, HOT, HOT days are ahead! There is an excessive heat warning in effect for San Diego County, and we're urging pet owners to take extra precautions to keep animals safe, comfy and cool. DO: keep pets indoors as much as possible and supply plenty of fresh, cool water. DON'T: go for walks during peak heat hours or leave pets in a parked car." (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• City of San Diego: "Another heat wave is expected for this week. 🌡️ ☀️ Check out our list of “Cool Zones” around the City where you can seek relief from the heat with some free air conditioning (and Wi-Fi!): Places to Cool Down " (City of San Diego via Facebook)
• 🌺San Diego Botanic Garden: "Calling all teachers grades K-12! The Food and Flower Happy Hour returns, under the lush canopy of the San Diego Botanic Garden on Tuesday, October 4 from 4 to 6 pm. There's nothing more essential than the health of our families, communities, and planet." (San Diego Botanic Garden via Facebook)
• San Diego Humane Society: "Can we get a drumroll please? 🥁🥁🥁 Due to popular demand, our $5 adoption promotion for adult pets has been EXTENDED through Sunday, Oct. 2! Cats, dogs, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and a host of cute and cuddly pets are ready to find new families!" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• 🚴San Diego County Bicycle Coalition: "Short notice but we will hosting a walking field trip in University Heights tomorrow! Join us as we walk two miles on Meade Avenue to discuss the recent infrastructure improvements and how to use them. All are welcome!" (San Diego County Bicycle Coalition via Facebook)
• Feeding San Diego: "There are only a few days left in our Cross Out Hunger fundraiser, and we have one more crucial fundraising tip to share with you: Say Thank You! Make sure to thank your supporters for contributing. Your success wouldn’t have been possible without them!"🥫 (Feeding San Diego via Facebook)

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Events:

• Online webinars with experts for catamaran rental in San Diego. (Sept. 30)
• An evening with best-selling author and "The Godfather" actor, Gianni Russo. (Sept. 30)
• SUPPORT FOXES, WOLVES, DOGS: Howling, Healing, and Harmonies Fundraiser. (Oct. 1)
• Dirty Cello at The Merrow. (Oct. 2)
• Murder Mystery Weekend. (Oct. 14)
• The Bentley Celebrity Golf Tournament. (Oct. 21)
• Skatoberfest ft. The Untouchables, Beta 7, The Stand Outs, & More! (Oct. 22)
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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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