Andy bids farewell to San Diego readers
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👋 Hi, it's Andy.
Today is my last day with Axios San Diego.
The big picture: After just over two years writing this daily newsletter, I've accepted a new job and will no longer be here to start your morning.
- You're still in great hands: My friend Kate Murphy isn't going anywhere.
Between the lines: Writing this newsletter every day has been a blast — and thank you all for patiently tolerating — maybe even enjoying? — my music recommendations, sports musings and parenting laments.
- Covering City Hall, land-use and development and local elections is still my favorite, but I loved the chance to write about everything else on my mind, too.
A reader recently told me they were impressed that we keep coming up with funny greetings every morning.
- Let me tell you, it has not been easy. I have run out of new ways to share what day of the week it is and say hello. Godspeed, Kate.
💠Kate's thought bubble: I couldn't have asked for a better co-pilot in launching this newsletter, and I will miss Andy's story ideas, hot takes and jokes every day.
- But I'm excited for this next chapter for both of us, and eager to meet my new partner, which might even be one of you!
What's next: In a few weeks, I'll start as the GM and editor for Times of San Diego, a nonprofit news site that relaunched this year after acquiring seven community newspapers.
The bottom line: I loved writing this newsletter and will miss reading emails from all of you every morning. I hope it felt as much like a conversation to you as it did to me.
- I remain amazed by Drew C.'s ability to identify every landmark in our weekly photo contest. Drew, I confess that I initially thought you found a way to cheat. You're too good.