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🌱 Patch AM: How Lemon Grove’s mayor will now fight scams across the county
And check out Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 on the Lemon Grove Patch calendar
Good morning to you Lemon Grove! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Lemon Grove's mayor will now fight scams across the county
- Could your Lemon Grove business qualify for these new county-backed loans?
Also on today's calendar: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Very hot, with a high of 99 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Hot with periods of sun, temps: high: 93, low: 69.
- Friday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 87 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Lemon Grove Mayor to lead County Consumer Protection Unit (kpbs.org) — Lemon Grove residents may soon see their mayor taking on a powerful new role protecting consumers countywide. Mayor Alysson Snow has been tapped to lead San Diego County's new Consumer Fairness and Public Protection unit, which will target scams, hidden fees, unsafe products, unfair insurance denials and pollution, drawing on her long background in consumer protection law. 
• 'They need a bridge.' County leaders approve revolving loan program for small businesses (fresnobee.com) — Small businesses in Lemon Grove will soon be able to tap a new revolving loan fund aimed at those who struggle to qualify for traditional financing. Backed by county and federal dollars, the program will offer $1,000 to $50,000 loans for working capital, equipment, upgrades, expansion and job creation, with local administration and access to small-business advising.
📸 Around Lemon Grove
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lemon Grove
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★ Featured events ★
- Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 →
Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar
10:00 am
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- Armen Kurdian Town Hall
Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
9:30 am - San Altos- Coffee with the Principal
San Altos Elementary School, 1750 Madera St, Lemon Grove, CA 91
4:00 pm - Ice Cream Social & Book Fair
James Dukes Elementary Ramona, CA 92065
5:00 pm - MH BTSN- 5:00-6:30 pm
Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove, CA 91945
5:00 pm - Train-the-Trainer Robotics &AI 1 of 5
Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
5:00 pm - Back to School Night
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove, CA 91945
5:00 pm - San Altos Back to School Night
San Altos Elementary School, 1750 Madera St, Lemon Grove, CA 91
5:00 pm - Regular Board Meeting
Ramona City Unified Ramona Unified School District Office, 720 9th St, Ramona, CA 9
6:00 pm - Non-profit workshop
Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
9:30 am - Jones Wedding →
Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
4:00 pm - Salsa y Salsa Fundraiser →
H. Lee House Courtyard, 3205 Olive St, Lemon Grove
6:00 pm
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 26
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I no it's hot and we are all neighbors so if u need to cool off hit me up I will allow u to come jump in the pool chill .
Just being a good neighbor. 6198861188 text me John we have 10 year old boy . Kid friendly. (Nextdoor Lemon Grove) - Update: Pet Reunited
A dog who went missing in Lemon Grove, CA, has been safely reunited with their family after 33 minutes. Message from Finder: "This little guy is… (Nextdoor Miller's Ranch)
- Morphius Corp posted a job opening for Customer Service Remote Work in Spring Valley. Apply here.
- Oremor Automotive Group posted a job opening for Sales Lot Valet-Porter in El Cajon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lemon Grove here.
🗞 Nearby News
La Mesa
- La Mesa Oktoberfest 2026 (events.com)
- Escondido approves e-bike rules, ban for riders under 12 (thecoastnews.com)
- California Woman Confronts Caretaker Who Allegedly Left Young Children Alone in SUV on 90-Degree Day: 'They're Not My Kids' (thenerdstash.com)
Spring Valley
- Build Gates and Garage Doors Takes San Diego Gate Failures Head-On With Repair and Installation (wboc.com)
El Cajon
- 'They need a bridge.' County leaders approve revolving loan program for small businesses (sandiegouniontribune.com)
- The Chainsmokers Show Takes Frightening Turn As 14 People Are Hospitalized (theblast.com)
Ok Lemon Grove! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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