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The five stories San Diego readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
Micah Mattson, an OG professional skateboarder, has been reported missing after last being seen in Victorville, California.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
Hurricane Marie brought massive surf to Newport Beach, Orange County and San Diego, delivering some of the best Southern California surfing of the summer.
Full story at carvemag.com ↗
Big Kitchen Café in San Diego, a 46-year-old diner, has launched a $14,000 GoFundMe campaign seeking support amid urgent needs including payroll, repairs, and financial pressures.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
Gwyneth Paltrow's clean food chain, Goop Kitchen, is set to open its first eat-in restaurant in San Diego County at the end of August in the One Paseo shopping center in Del Mar.
Full story at cw39.com ↗
Serpent & Stone, a new Greek-inspired restaurant and speakeasy in Downtown San Diego, officially opens its doors on Friday, September 4.
Full story at kpbs.org ↗
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