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This database contains press and video clips on water issues of interest to the San Diego County Water Authority.

January 11, 2009

San Diego Union-Tribune

Editorial: Dual-purpose delta
The interests of wildlife and people converge on a canal

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's Delta Vision Blue Ribbon Task Force has affirmed the dual purpose of restoring the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta: to meet the need of its flora, its fauna and 25 million Californians for its water.

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San Diego Union-Tribune

Power switch: City turning to solar, water sources for renewable energy to run its facilities and save money
By: Michael Burge

Carlsbad has capitalized on its sunny climate by attracting tourists to its well-appointed hotels who add cash to the city's economy.

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North County Times

San Elijo Nature Center prepares to open
Two-story building includes exhibits, observation decks
By: Elena Cristiano

ENCINITAS ---- Finishing touches are being made to the long-anticipated San Elijo Nature Center set to open Jan. 31.

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Vacaville Reporter

Editorial: Make the Case Don't build canal without public buy-in

A panel of the governor's top advisers recently recommended getting started on a peripheral canal to carry water around the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, even if it means going without approval from voters or the Legislature.

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Sacramento Bee

Editorial: Hasty, high-handed actions threaten Delta rescue

In the world of California water, the glass is both half full and half empty at the moment.

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Associated Press

Senate moves on San Joaquin River restoration bill
Legislation that would also protect wilderness awaits likely approval

WASHINGTON -- In a rare Sunday session, the Senate advanced legislation that would implement the San Joaquin River restoration settlement and set aside more than 2 million acres in nine states as wilderness.

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