San Diego|News|
Evacuations, Road Closures In Wildfire In Ramona Area Lifted
The blaze sparked near state Route 78 and Casner Road, just east of Ramona, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
- San Diego, CA
Kristina Houck is a field editor for Patch Media, covering San Diego County. Prior to joining Patch, Kristina served as a staff reporter for San Diego Union-Tribune Community Press, a group of community newspapers including Del Mar Times, Solana Beach Sun, Carmel Valley News, Rancho Santa Fe Review and Encinitas Advocate.
With a background in journalism and public relations, Kristina has served on the board and chaired the communications committee of San Diego-based literacy nonprofit Words Alive. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and political science with minors in English and religious studies from San Diego State University.
Contact Kristina at Kristina.Houck@patch.com.
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Santee, CA|News|
Abandoned Pets Rescued + IKEA Expanding + Best Children's Hospitals + Fall Events: Saturday Smiles
Disneyland offers ticket deal; firefighters free trapped goat; missing hawk found; new family fun park opening; and more nice SoCal news.
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San Diego|News|
15 Things To Do With Your Kids This Fall In SoCal
Several upcoming events in Southern California are perfect for creating fall traditions and lasting memories with the kiddos.
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San Diego|News|
Child Pinned Under Truck | Deadly Butt Injection Conviction | Disneyland Ticket Deal: Patch PM
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San Diego|News|
Ramona Fire Map: See Rancho Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas
The blaze broke out Thursday afternoon in San Diego County.
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San Diego|News|
Vegetation Fire Forces Evacuations, Shuts Down Highway In Ramona Area
The blaze, called the Rancho Fire, sparked Thursday afternoon near state Route 78 and Casner Road, according to Cal Fire.
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Escondido, CA|News|
IKEA Opening Planning Studio, Pick-Up Location In Escondido
"No more trekking through that notorious San Diego traffic — now you can enjoy IKEA and our inspiring home design with less hassle."
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San Diego|News|
IKEA Opening Planning Studio, Pick-Up Location In North County
"No more trekking through that notorious San Diego traffic — now you can enjoy IKEA and our inspiring home design with less hassle."
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Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Sandia Fire 90% Contained In San Diego's North County
The blaze, called the Sandia Fire, sparked off Sandia Creek Road in De Luz, north of Fallbrook, according to Cal Fire.
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Across California, CA|News|
Home Sales Slip As CA Buyers Await Better Mortgage Rates: Report
Prospective home buyers in California and most of the country are waiting for mortgage rates to drop before making offers.
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Across California, CA|News|
Here's Why This CA Town Is One Of The Top 20+ Places To Celebrate Halloween
Small towns are great places to revel in the spooky season.
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San Diego|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In San Diego's South Bay
The 77-year-old pedestrian died at the scene, police said.
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Escondido, CA|News|
Hiring Event Set In Escondido: U.S. Postal Service Announces Hiring Blitz
The USPS aims to hire 120 employees during the holiday shipping season in post offices from San Bernardino to San Diego.
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Carlsbad, CA|News|
Hiring Event Set In Carlsbad: U.S. Postal Service Announces Hiring Blitz
The USPS aims to hire 120 employees during the holiday shipping season in post offices from San Bernardino to San Diego.
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Redlands-Loma Linda, CA|News|
Hiring Event Set In Inland Empire: U.S. Postal Service Announces Hiring Blitz
The USPS aims to hire 120 employees during the holiday shipping season in post offices from San Bernardino to San Diego.
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San Diego|News|
Hiring Events Set In San Diego County: U.S. Postal Service Announces Hiring Blitz
The USPS aims to hire 120 employees during the holiday shipping season in post offices from San Bernardino to San Diego.
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San Diego|News|
Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In San Diego County
"With the holidays approaching, we know every little bit of savings makes a difference."
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Encinitas, CA|News|
Child Pinned Under Truck Following Suspected DUI Crash In Encinitas
A man is facing DUI charges after the truck he was driving was involved in a two-vehicle collision that left a boy injured.
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San Diego|News|
San Diego Animal Sanctuary Mourns Beloved White Lion
Lions Tigers & Bears announced the death of Louie, who had been with the Alpine-based facility for eight years.
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Santee, CA|News|
Ladies At The Lake Fall Market Returns To Santee Lakes
More than 100 vendors are expected to set up shop at Lake 1 and Lake 10 under the gazebo.
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