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Each year, people of all ages gather along Main Street in Julian to celebrate the 4th of July holiday. The small town becomes packed full of residents, visitors, bands, classic vehicles and floats all enjoying the fun and festivities. However, this year COVID-19 came along and... — Updated 6/30/2020

On June 11, the Julian High School held a graduation ceremony for the class of 2020. This year’s graduating class demonstrated the perseverance and fortitude during the last three months of the school year that will define their futures as well. Just like all of the other studen... — Updated 6/25/2020

Now that more businesses are opening up and restrictions are starting to loosen a bit for restaurants and stores, merchants in Julian are looking forward to welcoming more visitors. Merchants have been taking the time to follow health and safety guidelines imposed by County... — Updated 6/11/2020

In the wake of this current health crisis, many organizations and groups have risen to the challenge of supporting their communities. Those in Julian are no different. With so many in the backcountry in need of a variety of resources that include food, school supplies and help... — Updated 5/22/2020

As one can imagine, a town that thrives on tourism is being hit very hard due to the stay-at-home order. The Julian Chamber of Commerce continues to be very supportive of the businesses by promoting the many businesses and restaurants in town. The Chamber’s message is to... — Updated 5/7/2020

Being in the backcountry definitely has its advantages and disadvantages. Distance from the crowds of a major metropolitan city, a slower, more relaxed pace, and the natural beauty are only some of what draws people to Julian’s rural location. Yet with the nearest hospital... — Updated 4/15/2020

This current pandemic is just another opportunity for the local nonprofit organization, Julian Pathways, Inc. to step up to the challenge. Getting resources to those in need in a rural community is a daily struggle however, the staff at Julian Pathways is very familiar with... — Updated 4/10/2020

Many businesses in small towns like Julian are taking big hits due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19. Due to this pandemic and state mandated orders, businesses are being forced to shut down or change their hours and what they can offer. It is not secret that in the backcountry... — Updated 4/10/2020

As many in the world settle in at home to avoid the coronavirus, the community of Julian shows once again that everyone rallies around each other. The Julian community is not a stranger to emergency situations that have closed schools or cancelled events. This current event is... — Updated 4/3/2020

It was a warm June afternoon when Krystin Erickson walked onto the Julian Elementary School campus. She was already working with Vista Hill as a counselor and would be making a move to Julian soon. Erickson had been studying to get her Marriage and Family Therapist license, and... — Updated 4/3/2020

Several months after the passing of Measure A, things seem to have settled in Julian regarding fire protection. During the last court appearance in November, San Diego Superior Court Judge Randa Trapp ruled in favor of the San Diego Local Area Formation Commission’s (LAFCO)... — Updated 1/23/2020

After several months of heated discussions throughout the community, Julian’s fire district issue is just about wrapped up. The signs are gone from the center of town and the back and forth messages on Facebook have dissipated. Different viewpoints on a situation can definitely... — Updated 10/3/2019

Please join us as we celebrate the 23nd anniversary of the Julian Grape Stomp Festa Saturday Sept. 7. We are excited to be continuing the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs and letting tons of blessed grapes squish beneath your feet. Regular... — Updated 9/4/2019