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15+ of the top free things to do in San Diego
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in San Diego, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
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From soccer and baseball to the San Diego County Fair, Pride and superheroes, 2024 is shaping up to be a mighty eventful year in America’s Finest City.
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Five local laws that took effect on Jan. 1, 2024
These laws and regulations will impact San Diegans in the New Year.
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Try this: SDtoday’s Picture of the Year contest
We’re commemorating 2023 the best way we know how — highlighting local photos through our SDtoday Picture of the Year contest.
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How to dispose of Christmas trees and holiday decorations in San Diego
Undeck the halls with these recycling and trash pickup tips.
December 22, 2023
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Every month in 2023 written as a ‘Friends’ episode title
This is the one with all of the months in 2023 defined by one major moment or thing.
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San Diego’s snowy history — and some AI imagination
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