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Daniel Dzwilewski Talk about a straight shooter. In 2003, shortly after FBI brass appointed him special agent in charge of the San Diego division, Dzwilewski bluntly stated: Public corruption does exist in the city of San Diego. That was just as Strippergate broke, and well before the extent of the citys dismal state of fiscal affairs was made known. Since then, he has put public corruption on the same front burner as national security, while continuing to aggressively go after bad guys of all stripes, from cyber-crooks to the Mexican mafia.
Kevin Faulconer, Ben Hueso & Tony Young They are the Nonnegligent Three San Diego city councilmen. Each came to office after their current counterparts voted for the nefarious Managers Proposal II, which led to the citys infamous slew of fiscal reports, mud-slinging and lawsuits. The lengthy and costly Kroll Report labeled the other sitting councilmembers negligent in doing the citys business. Faulconer (District 2), Young (District 4) and Hueso (District 8) all came into office via special elections caused by fallout from the Strippergate scandal. To date, the Nonnegligents are untaintedthough still in neutral. Staying clean is a step in the right directionbut pushing the city further toward righting its fiscal boat ought to be their ultimate goal.
John FiskeThis ain't your mama's radio show. So says Fiske about the Gen-Y University Radio program he cohosts on Free FM 103.7 (Sundays, 5-7 p.m.). Fiske, 23, and friends Brent Williams and Kris White throw around fresh ideas regarding the current social and political atmosphere for an audience of roughly 25,000 listeners, mostly in their early 20s. Now Fiske is being courted by Jim Lehrers production company to cohost an on-line TV news-style program. And talks are under way with CBS for a weeknight spot. Things are going to start happening in a big way as interest in what young voters think increases for 2008, says Fiske.
Michael Flohr His modern impressionist paintings inspired by everyday life, the work of Charles Monet and scenes from his beloved hometown are garnering acclaim by art critics, collectors and enthusiasts everywhere. Hes impacting the art world and destined to become one of the great masters of our time, says Ruthann Thorn, co-owner of Exclusive Collections Gallery. Flohrs workon display in more than 70 galleries worldwidewas selected for exhibition at San Franciscos historic de Young Museum.
Frankie J Born Francisco Javier Bautista, the platinum-selling R&B/pop superstar and South Bay native is known to hordes of fans as Frankie J. His 2003 debut, Whats a Man To Do?, featured the chart-topping single Dont Wanna Try. His follow-up album, The One, shot to third on the Billboard chart. He collaborated with the whos who of R&B and hip-hop on his most recent release, Priceless, featuring the current hit single That Girl. Were looking for this album to be the biggest yet, he says.
Brian Guiltinan Cooling home prices? No worries. Theres always a market for luxury real estate, and this tenacious San Diego native has carved out an exclusive niche: properties selling for more than $20 million. His first big score came in 2000, when he sold a $22 million home in Rancho Santa Fe. The $20 million-plus property is a different animal, and requires a different skill set, says Guiltinan, who now heads the estates division at Prudential California Realty. His goal? To expand my operations beyond Southern California and work with these types of luxury properties throughout the United States.
Lynell Hamilton The San Diego State University running back was the schools top rusher in 2003 and again in 2005. Hell be a senior in 2007, and the $64,000 question is whether hell be able to regain the momentum he showed in 2003, when he was on the verge of toppling Marshall Faulks record for rushing yards by a freshman, only to be sidelined by a devastating ankle injury. A hamstring injury in 2005 and a knee injury in 2006 led to more missed games, although Hamilton ended the 2005 season with three 100-yard games.
Liz Halliday Her athletic star is rising in not one but two sports: car racing and horse riding. Halliday, an internationally known driver who competes in sports car and GT endurance races, is also an acclaimed equestrian out to make the U.S. Olympic team. The American Le Mans has been absolutely fantastic, she says. Ive been lucky enough to enjoy a great deal of success, and Im hoping to build on that in 2007. The scrappy 28-year-old also has two horses competing at advanced levels this year, with an eye toward the gold at the 2012 Olympics.
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Speaking UpLaura and Ethan Boyer chaired Voices for Children’s annual Starry, Starry Night gala, which netted more than $500,000 for programs benefiting local foster children. The gala was held at the La Jolla estate of Joan Waitt, who served as honorary chair, and featured gourmet fare by Jeffrey Strauss and entertainment by Pink Martini and the Dana Garret Jazz Trio. Robert Hughes (KPRI 102.1) and Rory Devine (NBC 7/39) emceed. |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Gourmet DinnerT. Boone and Madeleine Pickens were honored as persons of the year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County and LPL Financial at San Diego's premier fall charity gala. |
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Battle of the ChefsThe Fifth Annual Chef Showdown was held at NTC Promenade in Point Loma. San Diego's culinary giants battled centerstage before a hungry crowd that enjoyed food prepared by local area restaurants. Showdown proceeds will be used to increase domestic violence awareness. |
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Bubbly TimeOcean Discovery Institute, formerly Aquatic Adventures, raised $150,000 for youth programs that encourage nature and ocean exploration at its 10th annual “Bubble Up!” gala at the Birch Aquarium. Founder and executive director Shara Fisler unveiled the organization’s new name and Web site, oceandiscoveryinstitute.org. Bill Menish hosted the evening’s program. Attendees included Assemblymember Lori Saldaña, San Diego City Councilman Todd Gloria, San Diego Unified School Board president Sheila Jackson and vice president Richard Barrera, author Richard Louv and Olympic medalist Guenter Seidel. |
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