Ramona High FFA wraps up a standout, award-winning season
Students honored for state championships, top individual finishes, leadership honors and hands-on community outreach.
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Ramona senior lunch menu: June 10 – 26
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Headbangers Ball set for June 13 at Ramona Town Hall
Concert to feature Ska, punk, metal and rockabilly tunes by three bands.
Fire Safe Council invites public to wildfire preparedness workshop
Free program will be led by CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire
Sheriff’s Reports: June 1 to June 7
Crime reports from Ramona Sheriff's Substation.
The best things to do in Ramona: June 4 – 10
Ramona Calendar of Events
Construction gets underway on $16.8M Ramona-Barona pipeline
The project is designed to improve long-term water reliability for the Barona Band by bringing...
Three Ramona fourth-graders are winners in Water Awareness Poster Contest
All three Ramona posters will be included in the NCWA 2027 calendar
Pie Auction raises $25,000 to support Ramona Junior Fair activities and scholarships
The event was a fundraiser for the Ramona Junior Fair set for Friday, July 24...
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Edan Hollander, Montecito High valedictorian, looks to future in construction, politics
Hollander was a student representative on Ramona Unified’s school board.
Henry Pepich, Ramona High valedictorian, aspires to career in aerospace engineering
Pepich plans to study mechanical engineering and aerospace at UC Irvine.
Peter Campbell, Mountain Valley Academy valedictorian, has a higher calling after graduation
Campbell, plans to attend the University of Dallas to study math but wants to become...
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 25 to 31
Crime reports from Ramona Sheriff's Substation
Ramona loses to Westview in hard-fought Division 3 championship
Although Ramona outhit the Wolverines, 9-5, and had several golden opportunities to produce big innings,...
Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival returns to Poway on Saturday
The festival will return to Old Poway Park with musicians, storytellers and a family contra...
State Route 67 in Ramona back open after small brush fire
The fire charred around 7 acres and briefly threatened an elementary school before firefighters got...
The best things to do in Ramona: May 28 – June 3
Ramona Community Calendar
Family candle business in Ramona aims for sweet smell of success
Greg Stevens, who has a rare genetic degenerative eye disorder and lost his wife in...
Hanson Elementary students help create new garden for school
Ramona-based Uplift Property Management built new planter boxes and provided artificial turf, plants and soil
Taste of Ramona offered bits and bites of food on a walkable tour
Twenty venues served up their specialties to friends and families.
Julian Town Square Music Festival Set for June 6
The event raises money for work on the outdoor park and performance space.
Longtime resident Mel Cary appointed to Ramona Cemetery District board
The appointment was announced at the May 19 cemetery board meeting.
Ramona Unified hosts Free Summer Lunch Programs at two schools
Free meals will be offered to children ages 2 to 18 for four weeks at...
Ramona Pride to host Visibility Walk and Community Picnic on June 13
Theme of fifth annual event at Community Center is ‘Small Town, Big Pride’
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 27 -June 12
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Quail Mutterings: Stepping away can provide new perspectives
Trying to live a balanced life in this tech-reliant world we call home.
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 18 to 24
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation.
Microgardening means getting a surprisingly big harvest from a small space
A windowsill or balcony garden can yield an assortment of fast-growing fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Ramona Library will have summer activities to keep kids, teens entertained
Summer Learning Program includes music, dancing, Safe Destination Night
Ramona VFW to host day of remembrance on Memorial Day
Community Picnic includes hamburgers and hot dogs at Post 3783
Ramona Station shopping center gets set to open late this summer
Modern Western-themed stores begin planning grand opening events
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 11 to 17
Crime reports from the sheriff’s Ramona substation
Ramona’s Cavaness commits to play Division II soccer at Hawaii Pacific University
Shyann Cavaness, a team captain and standout offensive midfielder and forward, said the opportunity feels...
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 20 – June 5
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona Senior Center seeks new board members
Lora Yule, the center's executive director, said the center usually has eight board members, but...
Ramona High students awarded a total of $125K in scholarships
Principal Michael Giaime honors Old Miner Valedictorian Henry Pepich.
Ramona’s Main Street parade returns with floats, horses and royalty
BackCountry Heroes was grand marshal for the parade's return after six years.
Ramona’s Remingtyn Bryant qualifies for hurdle section championships
The junior finished second in 100- and 300-meter hurdle events at Division 2 championship.
County awards Neighborhood Reinvestment grants; extends one for The Grange
Several Ramona organizations recently received San Diego County Neighborhood Reinvestment Grants, while The Grange got...
The best things to do in Ramona: May 14 – 20
Editor’s note: Send details (who, what, where, cost and contact information) or questions in an...
Orphaned bear cubs continue to grow, move to outdoor enclosure in Ramona
The brother bears are now 4 months old and eating solid food at the San...
Ramona Woman’s Club fundraiser features ‘Fashion Through the Decades’
The event with about 60 attendees blended style, women’s history through clothing and community spirit.
Fundraising underway for Ramona’s July 4th Family Picnic & Fireworks Show
The event will be held for the first time at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center.
Ramona High School celebrates outstanding student athletes
Two students were selected as Athletes of the Year for their respective sports: Liam Gonzalez...
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 13 – 29
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona hurdler heads to Division 2 championships with hopes to break her own record
Remingtyn Bryant, a junior, set the school record in 100-meter hurdles last season.
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Consider This: A different perspective on our school board
I do not recognize the portrayal fellow trustees Maya Phillips and Rodger Dohm are enduring...
Three local musicians take home honors from San Diego Music Awards
Some familiar Ramona names were among the winners when the 35th San Diego Music Awards...
Ramona officials express concerns about county plans to boost affordable housing
County officials presented plans for proposed inclusionary housing ordinance to the Planning Group on May...
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 5 to 11
Among reports filed in the sheriff’s Ramona substation: Wednesday, May 6 Use/under the influence of...
Rodger Dohm cleared to return to Poway High classroom after administrative leave
Dohm, who is also a Ramona Unified School District trustee, was scheduled to come back...
Garden Mastery: Working with California’s new ‘Zone Zero’ home fire safety perimeter
Here are ways to comply with new regulations on creating and maintaining an ember-resistant buffer...
Way Out West weekend brings back Main Street Parade after 6-year absence
The May 16 parade begins at 13th Street and will travel down Main Street to...
The best things to do in Ramona: May 7 – 13
Ramona Calendar of Events
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 5 – 22
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Amateur chefs prepping for annual Ramona Junior Fair Pie Auction
Fair fundraiser set for Saturday, May 30 at the fairgrounds
Workshop to provide details about how to become a Firewise USA community
Three communities in the Estates officially confirmed as Firewise.
Students share their artistic talents at 2Create Gallery opening reception
Artwork created by Ramona Unified students will be displayed throughout May
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: April 27 to May 3
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation
Volunteers sought for Make Ramona Clean Again on May 9
The event helps prepare the town for the upcoming Main Street Parade.
Earth-friendly practices highlighted at Sustainable Ramona’s festival
Businesses and organizations offer outreach to promote sustainable practices
Ramona American Graffiti Car Show displays 136 vehicles
Fundraiser generates $15K for Ramona Senior Center.
Cheers to the Valley offers wine tasting in a relaxed setting
Visitors included campers Andy and Sandra Nash who are regular winery guests.
The best things to do in Ramona: April 30 – May 6
Ramona Calendar of Events
Two Ramona Unified parents present petition urging Trustee Maya Phillips to resign
Speakers also responded -- pro and con - to Phillips' immigration comments at previous board...
Ramona senior lunch menu: April 29 – May 15
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Original cabaret featuring Broadway songs, local musicians, set for May 2 in Ramona
Julie Rogelstad and Dave Penic of Riptide will perform 'A New World' along with Rogelstad's...
Four Ramona pole vaulters have exceeded expectations in that event and others
The highlight came in the Jaguar Invitational when Dylan Myrick, Dillon Parsons and Logan Barrera...
Olive Peirce Chorus joins in singing National Anthem at Padres game
The performance was part of the Padres' "School Choir Night."
Ramona 10-year-old gets dream Florida vacation from Make-A-Wish San Diego
Grant Carlson, who is battling leukemia, will celebrate his 11th birthday with family in Florida
Local veterinarian opens Ramona’s first urgent care for pets
Veterinarian Matthew Gilbert welcomed first patients to the Main Street facility on April 10
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: April 20 to 26
Crime reports from Ramona Sheriff's Substation
Harlem Wizards bring comedy, basketball tricks to Olive Peirce fundraiser
The high-energy event raised $7,000 for the middle school's PTSA
DAR chapter wants locals to welcome San Diego veterans home on Sunday
Chapter members will be cheering and holding signs as veterans of World War II, Korea...
The best things to do in Ramona: April 23 – 29
Ramona Calendar of Events
$16.8M Ramona-Barona water pipe project begins, may cause road delays
Wildcat Canyon and San Vicente Roads to be impacted through December 2027.
Brush fire erupts in rural Ramona-area neighborhood
A brush fire off Highland Valley Road near San Diego Zoo Safari Park blackened about...
‘This is huge’: Proposed overhaul of San Diego County government heads to November ballot
Republican supervisors voted against placing the measure on the ballot, with Supervisor Jim Desmond arguing...
Ramona senior lunch menu: April 22 – May 8
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona’s Ogilvie comes back swinging with 3-run homer after appendectomy
Tallon Ogilvie, who was 4-for-5 on his first game back, also had a double and...
Celebration of Life and Haybarn Dance combined to honor Craig Fischer
The Ramona musician who founded the popular alt-country band Farm Truck died March 20 of...
Artists meet and greet studio visitors at annual Ramona tour
More than a dozen artists participated in Ramona Artists Open Studios Tour.
12th annual Taste of Ramona to feature sweet and savory bites
20 participants will offer food samples at 12 locations in Ramona.
Ramona students take pride in winning medals at state SkillsUSA contest
A number of Ramona and Montecito high school students are champions at regional and state...
Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona welcomes two new additions
Male baby camels were born March 31 and April 16.
The best things to do in Ramona: April 16 – 22
Ramona Calendar of Events
San Diego Humane Society extends pet adoption hours during population surge
The organization expanded adoption times to 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Tuesday and Sunday...
Braver Angels workshop begins process of opening dialogue in polarized times
40 participants got to know each other through Q&A activity at April 4 Ramona event.
Ramona holds annual track and field meet for special needs students
The 32nd annual C&C Track and Field Meet was held March 27 at Ramona High...
Earth Day will be celebrated with two events in Ramona on April 25
Sustainable Ramona hosts fifth annual Earth Day Festival at Begent Ranch and Ramona Realtor hosts...
Ramona News Briefs: Harlem Wizards to take on R-Town for Olive Peirce fundraiser
The high school will have a fundraising game between the Harlem Wizards and a team...
Ramona Garden Club’s Spring Garden Tour to inspire visitors to be ‘waterwise’
Proceeds from the events support scholarships and beautification initiatives
Ramona senior lunch menu: April 15 – 30
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: April 6 to 12
Crime reports from Ramona Sheriff's Substation
Ramona Rodeo royalty for 2026 crowned at pageant
Stella Erb named Rodeo Queen, Jessie James as Junior Queen and Carrie Vincent as Young...