Grossmont Student Gets 'Made,' Neighborhood Watches, and a New School Budget

At Mount Helix Patch, we know that in your busy lives there may be some stories that you can't read about the day they happen. With the "Week That Was" column, we'll provide a roundup of the most important stories of the week.

Opening Night of "Footloose" at Young Actors' Theatre is almost here. Take a look behind the scenes in Part 2 of our four-part video series.

Behind the Scenes of the YAT Production of 'Footloose' - Pt. 2

A new budget was approved at the latest La Mesa-Spring Valley School District board meeting last week.

La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools Cut 14 Jobs After OK'ing $90.4M Budget

Grossmont High School graduate Kelsie Martin "made" good after winning a reality show singing competition.

She Made It! Kelsie Martin Wins iTunes Deal From Reality Show on MTV

Was there excessive force used by sheriff's deputies in the case of a Ramona teen? Or was it by the book?

Suit Alleges Deputy Used Excessive Force, Was Protected by Sheriff's Department

This opinion piece by Spring Valley resident Debra Gilly talks about the importance of neighborhood watches, and what they can do to help improve the quality of life.

Neighborhood Watches Are Our Watchmen on the Wall