Butterfield B&B, Innkeepers Tapped for JMA's Top Honor
By Ruth Lepper
      To say that Ed and Dawn Glass were speechless when they heard their names announced is an understatement. Flabbergasted, is more like it. The couple, along with Butterfield Bed & Breakfast, was named Merchant of the Year for 2007 on July 18 by Julian Merchants Association at its annua...
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What Will Be the Future of Jess Martin Park?
By Amber Ward
      The future of Julian's only community park is in the hands of Julian property owners. A proposed tax assessment for the maintenance and management of Jess Martin Park is being developed and will go before the voters in September.
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A Sweet Look at Candied Apple Pastry Company
By Bobbi Zane
      There's something sweet at the Candied Apple Pastry Company. Also something tart and savory. The new flavors reflect the work being done there by new owners Charles Scott and Krystal Crosby. Charles is the chef/ genius working in the kitchen. Krystal has the friendly face ...
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Warner Springs Graduate Enters Air Force Academy
By Amber Ward
      Alexandra Swanson, a 2007 graduate from Warner Springs High School, has gained acceptance into the United States Air Force Academy. Alex was the first applicant from a small school in San Diego County to be appointed to the Academy. Only about 10 percent of applicants gain admittance...
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Girl Scout Council Turns 90
By Ruth Lepper
      Girl Scout leaders, past and present, gathered at Camp Winacka in Julian on July 21 and 22 to celebrate 90 years of the scouting experience in San Diego-Imperial Council. Cindy Moore, who now fills the role of camp consultant for the council, led the weekend festivities with making h...
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Hail to Harry Potter
By Bobbi Zane
      Harry Potter made his final appearance in Julian at the stroke of midnight on July 20, showing up for about 60 fans who had gathered at the Julian Woman's Club to obtain the final volume in the series of children's books that went on sale at that instant.
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Initial Fund-Raising Event for Jr. High Spring Trip Set
By Bobbi Zane
      Junior high parents and students have set Aug. 18 as the first fundraising event in a series to raise money to send seventh- and eighth-graders on an educational trip to Washington, D.C., next spring. The first event is a bake sale at Rabobank, according to Robin Boland, Julian PTO bo...
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Gold Rush Days Highlight of Concert
      Julian's gold rush days will be highlighted in a free concert in Alpine. The event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 1. "Gold Hill" will be performed by the Celia Lawley Trio, which includes Lawley on fiddle, Mark Windrum on upright bass and Tony Butler on guitar.
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Julian Enjoys a Little Southern Hospitality
By Amber Ward
      Julian will once again be treated to a little Southern hospitality on Saturday, Aug. 11 with the Second Annual Julian Delta Blues Festival at the Julian Town Hall. Blues legend Tomcat Courtney will be headlining the event, along with performances by the Bayou Brothers and othe...
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Gathering at Santa Ysabel
By Amber Ward
      The 9th Annual Santa Ysabel Traditional Gathering will take place Saturday, Aug. 4. Sponsored by Santa Ysabel Resort and Casino, this event will provide an opportunity to get to know the members and history of the Santa Ysabel Indian Reservation.
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