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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 13, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of March 13, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

…and here are some events and opportunities:

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A note from Lucas: Trade and San Diego in 2026

As the global economy is being rewired and San Diego’s innovation drivers are beginning to show signs of strain, uncertainty—more than any single policy—is the primary concern of 2026. Regions that prepare early and act deliberately will outperform those that wait for certainty to return.

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 6, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of March 6, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

…and here are some events and opportunities:

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2025 Thriving Households update: Affordability pressures persisted

As of 2024, San Diego has added 38,157 newly thriving households since Inclusive Growth tracking began—a decrease from 2023 levels. The decline reflects eroding household purchasing power amid continued price pressures on essential goods including housing, groceries, and energy.

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – February 27, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of February 27, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

…and here are some events and opportunities:

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EDC’s Q4 2025 Economic Snapshot

In Q4 2025, San Diego saw a 1.4 percent year over year increase in job growth. On the flipside, this growth masked declines in innovation jobs and VC and research investment amid a year of heightened economic uncertainty.

Dive into the Data

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – February 20, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of February 20, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

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From statewide leadership to regional execution: San Diego’s role in fusion’s next chapter

With North America’s largest tokamak reactor in Poway, key contributions to international fusion project ITER, and top-tier technical talent, San Diego’s opportunity for successful fusion commercialization is undeniable. With statewide momentum and investment potential, our region has a chance to double down and capture the full economic benefit of fusion’s next chapter.

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – February 13, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of February 13, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

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A note from Taylor: San Diego’s workforce in 2026

San Diego’s economic engine has always been its people. And as EDC’s Director of Talent Initiatives Taylor Dunne takes a look ahead at “a year defined by promise and pressure, we have more questions than answers: What is the role of post-secondary education in our changing region? How is AI shifting jobs and industries? And what does this mean for San Diego’s early career talent, our region’s leaders of tomorrow?”

Lean in with EDC

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – February 6, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of February 6, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

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Redefine the future of medicine: Build your career in cell and gene therapy

San Diego is fast becoming a global launchpad for cell and gene therapy breakthroughs—and the companies behind these innovations are hiring. Discover how this fast‑growing sector is reshaping modern medicine and why top scientists and engineers are building their careers here in San Diego.

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Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – January 30, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of January 30, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

…and here are some events and opportunities:

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Apply by Feb. 13: Host a fully funded intern (or two)!

Interested in strengthening your company’s talent pipeline? San Diego companies with fewer than 100 employees may apply to host up to two paid interns at no cost! Join the 300+ local companies that have collectively saved more than $4.3 million in payroll through Advancing San Diego.

Learn More and Apply

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Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – January 23, 2026

By Heather Dewis,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of January 23, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

…and here are some events and opportunities:

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Feb. 4: Grow your international business network

Join us as we unveil the 15 San Diego companies selected to join MetroConnect, World Trade Center San Diego’s international sales accelerator. You’ll have the chance to connect with 100+ international business leaders, including key partners like EXIM Bank, U.S. Commercial Service, and international trade offices—and enter for the chance to win two round-trip tickets to anywhere in South America via Copa Airlines!

Space is Limited—Register Now

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Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – January 16, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of January 16, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

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Looking into the 2026 crystal ball

2025 saw a complex economic landscape driven by uncertainty. In 2026, San Diego stands at an inflection point—one where technological transformation collides with traditional economic challenges in ways we haven’t seen before. EDC’s Vice President of Economic Development & Research Eduardo Velasquez shares the economic trends we’re watching in 2026.

Look into the Crystal Ball

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications

San Diego’s Good News of the Week – January 9, 2026

By Enya Castañeda,

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower.

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For the week of January 9, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:

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ICYMI: Good News of the Year 2025

Rain or shine, Good News of the Week hits your inbox every Friday, offering a fresh dose of positivity as you end your week. We’ve compiled 2025’s top stories in Good News of the Year—and look forward to creating and curating more good news with you in 2026.

Stay classy, San Diego!

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Enya Castañeda
Enya Castañeda

Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications