Mount Helix Patch's Birthday, Historical Home Tour, and Beer, Beer, Beer

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.

A new revised healthcare plan for teachers and staff members in the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District will have an added beneficiary: janitorial and ground crews.

On November 2, 2010 Mount Helix Patch launched live to the community. During that time, we've published more than 2,000 stories and covered the Spring Valley and Mt. Helix communities like no one else. In helping us celebrate, find out how you can better engage with the site, and make it your own!

David Secor, a democrat who is running for office against Congressional incumbent Duncan Hunter, had some strong words for his opponent in a recent meeting in La Mesa.

Always a favorite local event, the 6th Annual La Mesa Historical Homes Tour took place over the weekend. If you weren't able to attend, check out the comprehensive photo gallery and find out the great homes you missed.

As we are in the midst of San Diego Beer Week, a local brewer talks about the art of making quality suds.