La Jolla, CA|News|
22 La Jolla Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
The students are among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar.
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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Encinitas, CA|News|
2 Encinitas Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
The students are among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Coronado, CA|News|
Coronado Student Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist
The student is among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
5 Carlsbad Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
The students are among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Area Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
The students are among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Netflix, Food Network Star Opens New Patisserie In San Diego's North County
"Bringing Chef Christophe's patisserie to North City is a huge win not just for food lovers, but for our whole community."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Homicide Investigation Underway In East County
Deputies found a man with traumatic injuries inside an apartment in unincorporated El Cajon, officials said. He died at the scene.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Rare Sperm Whales Spotted Off Coast Of Oceanside
The sighting of sperm whales in this area is considered extremely rare.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
ArtWalk Carlsbad To Bring Fine Art To North County This Weekend
The free event will feature artwork from more than 150 artists, plus an interactive KidsWalk, live music, food trucks and more.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
San Diego Weekend Guide: San Diego Restaurant Week; Howl-O-Scream; Stockzilla; Wine + Food Festival
Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, Sept. 13-14, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Santee: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here and there are many orchards offering family fun in San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Oceanside: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here and there are many orchards offering family fun in San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Encinitas: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here and there are many orchards offering family fun in San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Carlsbad: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here and there are many orchards offering family fun in San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Puppy Siblings Reunited + Best Restaurants + Fall Concerts + Live Más Cafés Opening: Saturday Smiles
Baseball team needs help picking new name; free tickets to Halloween event; kids raise money for youth in need; and more nice SoCal news.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
San Diego|News|
Arson Fire; Body Found In Burned Vehicle; Child Porn Arrest: San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Arson Fire; Body Found In Burned Vehicle; Child Porn Arrest: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Arson Fire; Body Found In Burned Vehicle; Child Porn Arrest: Oceanside, San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Arson Fire; Body Found In Burned Vehicle; Child Porn Arrest: Encinitas, San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Arson Fire; Body Found In Burned Vehicle; Child Porn Arrest: Carlsbad, San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff