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Looking back at 2014’s top stories Southwest Riverside County experienced growth, conflict and changes during past year

Local businesses and citizens invited to participate Paul Bandong Staff Writer Valley News is joining with Fit City and Breaking Records for Charities in the effort to establish a new Guinness World Record for “Most People Participating in a Circuit Training Class” in one location. see page B-12

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City and chamber of commerce officials share outlooks for 2015 Leaders from Lake Elsinore, Temecula, Wildomar and Murrieta share their enthusiasm for 2015. see page B-6

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Properly caring for garden soil is important task for healthy plants Linda McDonald-Cash Landscape Designer Hello fellow gardeners. I thought it would be a good idea this week to educate you “from the ground up” literally, so to speak, as “soil” is the foundation for your entire garden and everything growing in it.

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The opening of Temecula Valley Hospital last spring, immigration protests in Murrieta during the summer and elections of new city officials in the fall, were events that made 2014 a year of

growth, conflict and changes for Southwest Riverside County. “As we begin a new year, it’s important to look back and see how our communities have grown and changed,” said Val-

ley News Publisher Julie Reeder. “We should be encouraged. A lot of positive things have happened in 2014. Even negative events can be used to help direct a path toward a stronger community for

everyone.” Following is a review of some top stories covered by the Valley News in 2014.

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Family escapes Wildomar blaze, thankful to be alive Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A Wildomar house fire left three people homeless, but thankful to be alive. Flames broke out shortly before 10:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22 in the single story home on Cashew Street near Jennifer Drive, according to reports on scene. The homeowner was at home with her two children, ages 6 and 11, when she heard “popping” sounds coming from the garage, according to the 35-year-old homeowner Maurissa Leon. “We heard some popping noises so we ran outside...we noticed smoke coming from the garage,” Leon said. “I told the kids to stay outside and I went back inside to check what it was. “I checked the garage and saw the flames.” Leon said she grabbed a few items on her way out and got the kids in the car to get them away from the fire. “We got in the car to move it because we need the car,” Leon said. “(We) moved the car down the street to get the kids away from the house.”

Maurissa Leon comforts her 11-year-old son Nathan as firefighters worked to put the flames out at their Wildomar home on Monday, Dec. 22. Daniel Lane photo

Black smoke was visible from miles away, including from Temecula. “As soon as the first engines rolled out, they saw the smoke (and

we) knew we had a working fire,” CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department Battalion Chief Mark Barr said on scene. “First arriving engine gave a report of heavy fire in the ga-

rage extending into the living area. “The fire was pretty advanced by the time we got here.”

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Eight cars go up in flames; six people hospitalized; 215 shut down Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist An 11-vehicle crash leaving eight vehicles on fire Saturday, Dec. 27 on the southbound 215 in Perris sent six people to the hospital with minor injuries and forced a full closure of the freeway in both directions. Emergency crews responded just after 5 p.m. to the multi-vehicle crash just north of the Fourth Street overpass. “Basically it looks like 11 vehicles involved (in this crash),” California Highway Patrol Officer Janitzio Jurado said. “It’s a chain reaction accident due to traffic coming to a stop and involved parties traveling a little too fast for

conditions.” According to CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department, six people were taken to local hospitals for minor injuries. Jurado said, “It is quite remarkable” that no one was killed or seriously injured. A SigAlert was issued at about 5:15 p.m. by CHP. The northbound side of the 215 was closed at lower 74 and the southbound side was closed at Nuevo Road. While crews investigated the incident, many of the victims walked around the dark scene bundled up in blankets, many with children. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by the CHP.

Eight burned-out cars sit on the 215 freeway in Perris following a crash on the southbound side right before the 4th Street overpass. Daniel Lane photo

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The wreck on Canyon Hills Road at Winterberry Lane was reported at about 12:30 p.m., according to CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department.

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A crash in the Canyon Hills area of Lake Elsinore reportedly injured three people Sunday, Dec. 28 and forced the closure of Canyon Hills Road. The wreck on Canyon Hills Road at Winterberry Lane was reported at about 12:30 p.m., according to CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department. “CalFire/Riverside County Firefighters responded to a traffic collision cut and rescue in Canyon Hills,” CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department spokeswoman Jennifer Fuhrman said in a report. “(A) passenger vehicle was under

the motorhome and three male patients from Lake Elsinore in the passenger vehicle required extrication.” “There was a small fire that was quickly extinguished by the first arriving unit.” According to information on scene, a smaller vehicle was allegedly traveling at a high rate of speed prior to crashing into the travel trailer. No one in the trailer was hurt. “We received a call of a traffic collision involving a Honda Civic and a travel trailer,” Sheriff’s Corporal Robert Martinez told Valley News by phone. “The Honda was traveling southbound on Canyon Hills… the travel trailer was traveling northbound.”

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According to Martinez, the travel trailer was marking a turn onto Winterberry Lane when “the Honda Civic collided with the travel trailer.” Martinez noted that the cause of the crash is under investigation, but speed appears to be a factor in the wreck. Three occupants were taken to local hospitals via ambulance with serious injuries, according to Fuhrman. Two of the three occupants had serious head trauma, but none of the injuries were considered life-threatening. To comment on this story, go to www.myvalleynews.com.

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Firefighters work to extinguish a Wildomar house fire Monday, Dec. 22 on Cashew Street.

According to Barr, fire crews knocked the fire down by 10:50 a.m. and most of the damage was contained to the garage and kitchen of the home. “I was scared that it would all go down,” Leon said.

No one was injured in the fire and the family had no pets. “As long as my family members are still alive, that’s all that matters,” Leon added. “My kids are alive... my kids are alive, that’s it.”

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The American Red Cross was sent to help the family, but Leon said they will be staying with friends and family. To comment on this story, go to www.myvalleynews.com.

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enhancing allegations of destroying evidence. During the bail-setting conference on Dec. 23 before Judge Helios Hernandez in Riverside, the defendants’ attorneys argued for a reduction of their $3.5 million bail based on their lack of criminal history and the fact they posed no public safety threat. Hernandez reduced Woo’s bail to $1 million and Ciling’s to $1.5 million. It was unclear whether the

machines, a CT scanner and an xray machine for his office at 41662 Enterprise Circle North in Temecula, according to court papers. The doctor’s primary residence is in Newport Beach. Woo received a total $3.27 million. But the DA’s office alleges the money was laundered through companies owned by Ciling, including Extreme Green Medical, Fallbrook Diagnostics and Medical Imaging Rentals Inc.

Montoya and Rizzone both worked with Ciling, in contracting or other capacities, according to the DA’s office. Wells Fargo and Zions initiated civil proceedings against Lee when they didn’t receive monthly payments to cover their loans to the physician, culminating in the criminal probe and the filing of a complaint against the defendants on Dec. 15.

Armed man burglarizes Menifee home, police say A cat burglar with a gun invaded a residence in Sun City on while the owner was home, and stole items on Tuesday, Dec. 23, according to police. A burglary in progress was reported at 5 p.m. Tuesday at a residence near the intersection of Columbus and Waverly drives.

The female victim told police that a man with a handgun entered her home, sheriff’s officials said. She was able to escape unharmed but the suspect stole items before leaving. Police searched the area but did not find the man. The suspect was described only

as a 5-foot-5 male, with a dark complexion, sheriff’s officials said. Police asked anyone with information to contact Investigator Omar Rodriguez at (951) 2101053, or the Menifee Police Department at (951) 776- 1111. To comment on this story, go to www.myvalleynews.com.

Temecula fire leaves two people displaced Fire swept through a Temecula home and left two people burned out of their residence. Firefighters were called at 10:23 p.m. Friday to a fire at a house in the

46200 block of Sandia Creek Drive, Riverside County fire officials said. Emergency crews found a single family home ablaze, with flames showing from the attic. The fire was

contained at 11:13 p.m. No injuries were reported but the American Red Cross was called to assist a man and woman who were displaced, fire officials said.

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followed Supervisor John Benoit, who served as chairman throughout 2013. The chairmanship is a yearlong term, and each supervisor is given an opportunity to take the center seat by way of regular rotation that the board affirms with a vote at the start of the first meeting of the year. Supervisor Marion Ashley was installed as vice chair. January 17 – 23 The Temecula City Council skipped a large presentation and went straight to business after former Temecula Mayor Mike Naggar gave his gavel to fellow Council Member Maryann Edwards announcing her as the city’s mayor for the new year. She presented former Mayor Naggar with a plaque for his service as mayor before giving Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Comerchero a plaque for his work as a community services district president for 2013. Madison “Maddi” Olson, 15, a Murrieta resident is in critical condition from a skateboarding accident that took place on Jan. 5. She is “still stable and everything has been consistent and calm,” posted Maddi’s mother, Autumn Olson, on her blog Jan 12. Payden Ackerman, 26, a welltrained playwright who decided to return to his hometown of Menifee to help enrich the growing presence of the theater arts. That was after receiving his bachelor’s degree in theater arts from Cal State Fullerton and master of arts in theater studies from Central Washington University. As a student at Paloma Valley High School, Ackerman had a strong interest in musical theater. The teacher that inspired him to take theater seriously was the well-respected long time drama teacher at Heritage High School, Greg Newman. One year into her first term, state Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez discussed her efforts to pass new legislation for area residents and meet those same residents’ concerns head on during a session with a small group of reporters on Jan. 11. Melendez, a Republican and former Lake Elsinore city council member, represents California’s 67th district. Melendez is a pro-business politician who has frequently stressed the importance of working across party lines with Democrats to draw up important legislation and facilitate positive change. January 24 – 30 Old Town’s newest residential structure, Front Street Plaza, is on its way to completion with move-in for various individuals and businesses slated for April of this year. The development marks the first time that the City of Temecula has brought in a mixed use project. In

addition to moderate-income and low-income housing options, the 38,000 square foot facility will feature restaurants and business suites on some of its other floors, according to Property Manager Lauren Correia. She said that nearly every component of the mixed use apartment building was built in consideration of a younger generation of individuals from its modern use of space to its unique concept for executive suites. Hunter Jones, developer of the project, said that these new suites will be because of their unique approach to space. The relatively small suites, located back-to-back from one another, will contain separate businesses but all those businesses will share a common meeting room that can be rented for particular times. The developer said that the office suites embrace a changing world. Southern California may be one or more time zones away from freezing conditions that blanket much of the country, but catastrophic weather elsewhere is having a negative effect on local blood supply. LifeStream, as a member of America’s Blood Centers (ABC), participates with fellow blood banks in a shared-resources program whereby members can assist with blood needs of other members. But due to horrific weather conditions, many ABC banks are closed, and LifeStream cannot turn to them for assistance for critical local needs. The only way to ensure local hospitals and their patients are provided needed blood products was for members of the community to come forward and donate. Fury was growing last week as more parents learned about the allegations made by Advocates for Faith and Freedom, where they asserted first-grader Brynn Williams was denied the right to free expression in the classroom on Dec. 18, 2013, when she gave a presentation about the Star of Bethlehem and what it meant to her family at Christmastime. The Temecula Valley Unified School District refused to comment on the situation prior to the meeting. During the Public Comment section, Ami Paradise, principal at Jackson Elementary, and Tammy Williams, the firstgrade teacher, spoke to school board members and the public about the claims being made by the group. As of Jan. 29, TVUSD will not offer any more information and an investigation into the situation remains open. January 31 – February 6 Rancho Christian Schools made an announcement to the community during the school’s annual Vision Night on Jan. 27 that the school

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Michele McLeod, who lived in Temecula from 1993 to 2005, qualified for the National Finals Rodeo for the first time in 2013 and finished fifth in the final 2013 world standings. “I’m happy with it,” she said. “Overall it was a tough, tough barrel race and I’m happy to be in the top five.” The 2013 National Finals Rodeo took place Dec. 5-14, 2013 at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas. The top 15 barrel racers in earnings for the regular season which runs from October 1 to September 30 qualify for NFR. McLeod earned $109,591 during 78 regular-season rodeos and entered NFR third in the world standings. For the second – and what he says will be his final – time since being elected to the Board of Supervisors a decade ago, Riverside County Supervisor Jeff Stone was seated as chairman of the board on Jan. 7. “It’s hard to believe this is my 10th year as a supervisor,” Stone said. “It seems like just yesterday that I was sworn in.” Stone, who last served as chair in 2009,

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January 10 – 16 Temecula City Clerk Susan Jones, who logged more than 600 council meetings during her 24year career, is moving to Florida to help a daughter with a potentially difficult birth. “It’s an adventure,” Jones said as her city tenure was winding down. “That’s how we’re looking at it.” Jones, 55, said she had planned to work for Temecula at least two more years, but the need to help her daughter, whose husband is in the military, was a higher priority. Harrington was the 10th employee hired by Temecula after incorporation. Some other longtime city employees were hired months after Jones and Harrington.

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January 3 – 9 The ever evolving landscape of Temecula’s Old Town is set to change again in 2014, as a number of new projects reach their completion. One of those projects, Temecula’s Main Street Bridge, has been another example of how the city frequently updates its look as a larger number of individuals come to call it home. The project is slated for completion in late March after many months of work and its estimated final cost is going to be more than $7 million. It will be marked by rustic steel trusses, planters, ornate lighting, and pillars that match those at the entrances to the main street drag in Old Town. Lookout points at the midpoint of the bridge will provide a view of the Temecula Creek and sidewalks will facilitate an easier route for pedestrian traffic. In a head-butting battle between residents and business owners regarding the Wong property, Menifee City Council members made a modification to their general plan, voting for less density on the property, reducing it to 8.1 to 14 dwelling units per acre on Dec.18, 2013. It was Council Members Tom Fuhrman and John Denver voting against the reduction of the density. Higher density results in more homes on a property, and business owners want more customers, according to Fuhrman, and residents want less density. Two young, high profile Taekwondo competitors hung up their medals in honor of helping mothers with breast cancer. They’re known as the “Wishing Warriors” and both are San Diego residents. Channah Zeitung, 5, and Rayna Vallandingham, 10, decided they wanted to perform at different schools wearing their pink belts to raise money for mothers with breast cancer. The girls have gone on a Pink Belt Tour around the nation to grant wishes. Although the girls have traded in their medals, the girls love to compete; this is what they want to do. Through the help of Wishing for Mommy, a nonprofit organization for providing grants of $500 to mothers fighting cancer, the girls will grant wishes to the mothers. Mother of Zeitung, Gloria Zeitung’s friend started the organization. Her mother also helps the girls raise money. So far the girls have granted 11 wishes.

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Local February 28 – March 6 The City of Murrieta announced the hiring of Pat Thomas as its development services director. Prior to this position, Thomas was the deputy director of public works and city engineer for Newport Beach. A Temecula woman won big at an international bicycling competition. Sarah Hammer won the final two events and took the lead on the first day of the women’s omnium at the 2014 UCI Track World Championships in Cali, Colombia. At the time of the race, Hammer was the reigning world champion.

FEBRUARY from page A-3 is ready to break ground on phase three of their expansion. “We have full entitlements from the city, so we’re ready to go,” said President and Lead Pastor of Rancho Community Church Scott Treadway. He anticipates a groundbreaking sometime next year. Part of the expansion includes a multi-use gym, a new high school and middle school campus, four science labs and two art rooms. There will also be elementary school enrichment facilities, meaning that there will be separate rooms for art, science, and band – they will not be flipped for each class as previously done. Each of the campuses will be technology infused. Tagging, transients and an increasing homeless population were the major issues of concern during a special Temecula city meeting that addressed crime and took place on Jan. 25 in a room of the City Hall building. A group of mostly business owners expressed their concern with various crimes, many of which appeared to be associated with groups of people who circulate the area that runs from the main drag of Old Town to the malls adjacent to the Quaid Harley Davidson dealership on Front Street. Two specific crime concerns addressed during the meeting were vandalism and trespassing. Many business owners cited encounters with individuals they were not familiar with and others mentioned coming across instances of tagging and graffiti around town. February 7 – 13 Compassion is what drives Murrieta ear, nose, and throat surgeon Dr. John McGuire to help local residents find solutions to better health and it is that same, deepseated quality that inspires him to foster better nutrition in the homeless in North San Diego County. A year ago, in addition to his busy medical practice, McGuire began developing Project Raw, a social venture that takes on the twin problems of food waste and food insecurity. McGuire enlisted the help of his brother, entrepreneur and medical device distributor Brian McGuire, and friend and former Major League Baseball Player Cole Liniak. During Project Raw’s one-year start-up phase, the trio “rescued” 6.5 tons of food and re-purposed it into 22,000 highly nutritional green smoothies served to homeless in area shelters. Temecula Police officials arrested Stephanie Frederico, 23, of Murrieta for attempted murder after she repeatedly stabbed an acquaintance shortly before 9 p.m. Thursday evening, Jan. 30 at the Shogun Restaurant in the 41500 block of Margarita Road in Temecula. After

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Frederico stabbed her acquaintance twice, she fled the scene but was stopped and detained by officers arriving to the emergency without incident, according to Wade. The female victim’s stab-wounds were non-life-threatening and she was expected to survive after being transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment. Lauren Matheney, 23, of Perris, was booked on suspicion of sex with a minor and child annoyance/ molestation, Murrieta police said. Matheny was formerly employed as a basketball coach at Menifee High School and was currently working as the girls’ junior varsity basketball coach at Paloma Valley High School. She was immediately terminated from her position at the school. February 14 – 20 The Valley News unveiled a new look moving from a tall tab size to a broadsheet publication. “While I have always been a fan of the tall, tabloid size we’ve had since 1997, it just made sense to jump to broadsheet,” said publisher Julie Reeder. “In addition to immediate economic advantages, it allows us greater creativity with layout, the

use of standard advertising sizes for the agencies we work with, and the ability to accept inserts that didn’t fit into our tab format. We also now have the ability to do more sections, which makes it nice.” Hundreds of Great Oak High School students lined up each day from 12 to 1 p.m. to learn basic CPR skills during a one week event from February 3-7 that was facilitated by the school’s brand new CPR club. The “Sidewalk CPR Event” was attended by two different fire agencies as well as officials from Inland Valley Medical Center who helped students practice proper compression techniques on dummies, according to CPR club parent Dawnelle Anderson. Anderson is the mother of 14-yearold high school freshman Dawson Anderson, who founded the club along with three other friends (Jake Gambino, Brenden Jensen, and Jayson Palmer) after he became inspired to learn CPR. Football and soccer players who play at Los Alamos Hills Sports Park in Murrieta could be playing on the same turf as NFL players. The current turf at the sports park will soon be removed from the football and soccer fields and

February 21 – 27 The Great Bull Run, an event styled after Spain’s yearly “Running of the Bulls,” may have trouble coming to Southwest Riverside due to safety concerns and a lack of necessary documentation, according to county officials. All of the decadence and wildness of the event proved to be too much for the City of Lake Elsinore, which declined to hold the event due to safety concerns after receiving a large number of emails from concerned residents. Event organizers brought it to the Temecula Downs Event Center, which is located outside of city limits in an attempt to keep the event within the region. But the event still may not happen as Riverside County has voiced hesitation over holding it. The event would be difficult to facilitate due to planning issues and safety issues, according to a press release from Riverside County Public Information Officer Ray Smith. After a long hiatus, the Lake Elsinore Public Safety Advisory Commission reconvened. Myles Ross, Valerie Sand and Stephen Gregory were all appointed to full terms on the commission. Christine Hyland was appointed as short term. A lack of quorum for the past year was to blame for the commission’s interruption. A red carpet was rolled out in Murrieta’s Community Center, which was transformed by the sound of music and cheery people shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14 for a dance scheduled for adult members of the special needs community. The event was organized by Murrieta’s Rotary Club and chapters of Murrieta Valley Unified School District’s Interact Club, and was aimed at providing a space for special needs individuals to get out and have some fun with one another on a dance floor.

March 7 – 13 More than 20 years after the land was purchased for its construction, initial development began on a 24-mile stretch of railway that will connect Perris to Riverside. The project took a long time to get underway because of various challenges such as funding and litigation. The project is estimated to create 4,000 jobs during construction time and should be completed at the end of 2015. A Starbucks located at 40695 Winchester Rd. closed its doors for a big move in April, but before that, area residents were in a state of consternation. Its move to a parking lot near the Northbound Interstate 15 onramp was criticized because of the new lot’s inaccessibility and limited number of parking spaces. A woman accused of shooting her lover at a hotel room at Pechanga Resort and Casino in February pled not guilty during her arraignment in March. Marie Santos Vihnanek, 32, stood accused of killing Keith Rodman, 49, of Los Angeles, who had fathered her 6-month-old child. March 14 – 20 The Rod Run, a popular Temecula car show, fell under city control for the first time. The city introduced new family-friendly elements like an air-filled jump house, face painting and derby races. However, the city also implemented changes that received a lukewarm reception. They limited parking in their civic center to Old Town residents, business owners and employees, which left parking options scarce. Some Old Town merchants also complained about a lack of communication between themselves and city officials. The Temecula DMV office closed its doors for more than six months in mid-March in order to facilitate renovations. The office encouraged its regular Temecula patrons to consider locations in Poway or Hemet while it was completing the fixes. A Wildomar business, SGB Insurance Services, offered to handle things like renewals, transfers, VIN verification and other services. Two Marine Corps Officers were dismissed following the death of four men who worked in the Explosive Ordinance Disposal Community at Camp Pendleton. The four men were killed in an explosion when M430/A1 40 mm High Explosive Dual Purpose round was kicked, dropped or

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Dozens marched through Old Town Temecula on March 23 in support of musician Larry Robinson, who died after being bound and badly beaten at the Old Town Front Street Music store a year prior to the march.

Old Town Temecula, shortly before the march began. Seventeen-year-old Josiah Bierle earned a distinction that not many people his age could boast; he earned a private pilot’s license. He spent hours at the Executive Flight institute, training and making sure he knew what to do for his test. According to 2011 data from the Federal Aviation Administration, only 194,441 people out of 300 million had such a license. Members of the Lake Elsinore Police Department made an arrest in connection with the murder of a 76-year-old man. Police had found the victim, George Alongi, with traumatic injuries after receiving a call about a dead body in the 1000 block of Dolly Drive in Lake Elsinore. They found evidence that linked Alongi’s death to 40-year-old Simon Cortez during the course of their investigation. Cortez was already in state prison on unrelated charges and was awaiting arraignment for the murder of Alongi. April 4 – 10 The Riverside County District Attorney’s Office and several

other agencies seized more than $150,000-worth of counterfeit goods and arrested seven people at a Winchester swap meet as part of an intellectual property rights enforcement operation. The counterfeit items included fake handbags, belts, sports jerseys and electronics, in addition to more than 4,000 DVDs and CDs. The Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment and the Arts held a gala in order to raise funds for its operation. At the time of the gala, the center touted the accomplishment of helping more than 3,000 children suffering from psychological, emotional and social issues. The event included dinner, a silent auction and live auction. Kids from all over Southwest Riverside County rode their BMX bikes, ate pizza and listened to music at Rock the Ramp, an event held at the McVicker Skate Park in Lake Elsinore. The park is frequented by residents and non-residents because there are few parks in the area and non-residents are usually charged an entry fee. However, everyone got in for free at the event.

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April 11 – 17 The City of Temecula once again held a Reality Rally, an event that allowed people to get up close and personal with their favorite celebrities while also raising funds for Michelle’s Place, a local organization that seeks to provide resources for people struggling with breast cancer. The event, started by three-time “Survivor” contestant Gillian Larson, featured about 120 television reality stars from more than 39 reality TV shows. The City of Temecula held its second annual Light It Up Blue event at city hall. Councilman Mike Naggar, who had earmarked more than $150,000 in funds to benefit individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, led the event and boasted about the city’s efforts to be provide more resources to special needs people and their families. Temecula Valley High School students got a lesson on the dangers of drinking and driving on April 16 when their school held an Every 15 Minutes event with a simulated car crash and a visit from the Grim Reaper. The event was intended to

April 18 – 24 Members of the Kiwanis of Temecula Valley banded together to make improvements at the Ronald Reagan Sports Park in Temecula. They replaced a vandalized park bench and made improvements to the walking paths beneath trees at the park. The park was started by Temecula residents without outside funding and many of the initial founders are in the Kiwanis club. The City of Temecula teamed up with Rancho Community Church to create a program to help homeless individuals. The program was part of a three-pronged plan enacted by the council aimed at providing long-term aid to those who need it without giving temporary handouts. The city made clear its commitment to asking those who did not want long-term solutions or help, to leave. Police were ready to take a more aggressive stance in enforcing trespassing laws as well. Police departments in Lake Elsinore and Temecula cracked down on individuals who were using their cell phones while driving as part of April’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month campaign. The departments joined 200 other local law enforcement agencies and the California Highway Patrol in a month-long “zero tolerance” enforcement campaign intended to curb the practice of texting while driving. April 25 – May 1 The fourth annual Taste of Temecula Valley event set up shop outside city hall on April 26 and boasted more than two dozen restaurants, six wineries and 10 microbreweries. Many of the business booths set up at the event were giving out samples of their culinary creations. In addition to food, there was also music and guests could enjoy a wide variety of hits from the ‘70s and ‘80s

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May 9 – 15 In an effort to bring national businesses to Old Town, the Truax building offered office space. “It was a long time coming…a lifetime dream for me,” said Bernie Truax II, building owner and developer. “It has been in my brain for 40 years and we stayed true to the dream. We bought the property eight years ago and it has been in construction for two years. Now the building will be our headquarters.” Lake Elsinore’s Clean Extreme community service project helped to beautify the city’s downtown area. More than 600 volunteers, sponsors, church leaders and work crews gathered together shortly before 7 a.m. on April 26 to tackle more than 50 pre-determined projects. Projects included painting, flower planting, weed trimming, window washing and more. Hines Mazda/Subaru held its third annual Recycled Art and

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May 23 – 29 Bill Metcalf, chief of North County Fire, called May’s firestorms that threatened Fallbrook “worse than 2007.” Metcalf has overseen local firefighting efforts in three critical times for Fallbrook; 2003, 2007 and 2014. “We didn’t have the sheer acreage that burned in 2007, but having nine simultaneous events going on at once made it worse than 2007,” said Metcalf. “It was a challenge sending resources to help at other locations, while keeping enough to protect what’s at home. In a normal fire situation, with all of our North County resources, we can usually overwhelm a fire pretty quickly.” Temecula restaurants were on the cusp of starting something new in late May, when they held their second car show of the year. The Mad Lil’s car show has taken place nearly

every two months in Old Town and the proceeds from these car shows have benefited local charities. Sid Hamilton, owner of Mad Madeline’s grill, said many merchants were in favor of having a car show on a regular basis because they wanted to attract people to shop at local businesses. Police arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 21-year-old woman in late March. Jonathan Kim was booked for the murder of Wilysha Gardner, who police discovered deceased shortly before 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 15 when responding to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon at a home in the 27000 block of Nellie Ct. in Temecula.

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May 16 – 22 Old Town Temecula’s Main Street Bridge opened for traffic for the first time during a ceremony on May 8, after a year of construction. Officials associated with the project first started to tear down the seven panel concrete bridge that was there since 1945 in April of 2013 to put up the current bridge, a 155-foot steel truss structure that cost more than $7 million to build. The Board of Supervisors helped inmates released from the Southwest Detention Center get a ride to their destination. The one-year pilot program provides taxi vouchers to inmates released between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. if they are in need of transportation. A 16-year-old Canadian boy was arrested in connection with phoning in false bomb threats, reports of hostage situations and other emergencies that resulted in lockdowns at schools in Riverside and other cities, according to federal officials. The boy was arrested in Canada on Thursday, May 8, and his name was not released because of his age.

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June 13 – 19 Rallies spurred as teachers protested retroactive salary pay and class size increase. Teachers from schools all over Temecula Valley Unified School District rallied with picket signs in hand before discussing their specific concerns with a proposed pay raise with TVUSD’s board members during a school board meeting that took place on June 3. Border patrol agents made two large drug busts within a day of each other on Interstate 15 near Temecula. The first bust happened shortly after 11:30 a.m. on June 8 when officers stopped the driver of a 2010 Chevy Malibu and discovered 10.03 pounds of narcotics with a value at $130,390 inside the vehicle. Officers stopped the driver of a 2003 Ford Ranger on June 9 and discovered 23.07 pounds of narcotics worth approximately $230,700 inside that vehicle. Both parties were arrested and turned over to Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. June 20 – 26 Work began on Temecula’s special needs playground that focuses on children with autism. When finished, the park will have specialized fencing and play equipment. It’s intended to be a place of fun and learning for special needs youth and a place where parents can feel relaxed because their children are safe, enclosed and entertained. The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar in Old Town Temecula

hosted the 100th anniversary of the historical building that houses it. A plaque on the outside of the building that used to be the Temecula First National Bank attributes the establishment of the bank in 1912 the Barnett Family. However, construction didn’t begin until about 1913, and took about a year to complete, according to menus at the Bank Restaurant. Residents of the community of De Luz voiced concerns over Sheriff ’s Department policies regarding sex offenders after learning a convicted rapist had moved to their area. Barrett Littleton, who served 24 years for raping a 25-year-old Pacific Beach woman twice, moved to the community and caused residents to begin alerting their neighbors as well as local law enforcement. June 27 – July 3 The blast of art bathed several Old Town streets and a cluster of civic buildings in a sea of color. The colors were cast in chalk, charcoal, ink, yarn, watercolors, oil and acrylics by artists and amateurs from 15-months-old to 87 years. With city support, Melody Brunsting, a Temecula special events contractor launched the Annual Street Painting Festival 14 years ago. This year, more than 100 art pieces by youth and adult participants splashed the pavement. A city count noted that about 1,200 visitors per hour were weaving their way through the event as the Sunday afternoon

People’s Choice winner Shawndell Smith works in details on her “Maleficent” inspired piece during the Temecula Street Painting Festival on Sat. June 21, 2014.

deadline approached in the chalk art competition. Menifee held its 6th annual State of the City address on Thursday, June 19. The address was geared at discussing Menifee’s rapid growth and all the things associated with that growth; Mayor Scott Mann said Menifee is the second fastest growing city in the state and that growth is indicative of Menifee’s value as a place to live. He also spoke on the need to invest in public safety, business, economic development, infrastructure, residential housing, the rural community and quality of life for the residents of Menifee. Temecula Valley Educators Association (TVEA) and members of the Temecula Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees faced off during a school board meeting on Tuesday, June 17. The two remain at odds over a proposed retroactive salary increase of one percent for teachers through the end of 2014 and an increase of three percent through the end of the school year. Many teachers deemed the proposed settlement unfair and were frustrated with a clause connecting salary increases to class size. July 4 – 10 As Murrieta celebrated its 23rd anniversary with a gathering of over 12,000 people, tensions rose

Murrieta Mayor Alan Long stood in solidarity with other city and local officials at a press conference addressing the impending arrival of undocumented immigrants into the Murrieta Border Patrol Station.

for those opposed to the immigration crisis. Murrieta Mayor Alan Long stood in solidarity with other city and local officials at a press conference addressing the impending arrival of undocumented immigrants into the Murrieta Border Patrol Station. Murrieta was told to expect 140 immigrants, primarily from Central America, every 72 hours for a period of time that could last several weeks. Long said at the press conference that the city will be safe and remains firmly against the processing of illegal detainees in their community. Murrieta Valley High School celebrated graduates Shyah Ghaseminia and Quentin Montoya for never missing a day of school from kindergarten through the end of high school. The students’ effort to not miss a single day began as

friendly competition at the end of elementary school. Now, both college bound, both plan to never miss a day of college. July 11 – 17 Murrieta’s immigration woes continued on Independence Day, where lines were drawn in a western-style showdown. Hundreds of protestors from both sides of the immigration issue squared off outside the U.S. Border Patrol Station in Murrieta on July 4. With chanting and flag waving on both sides of the issue, no end was in sight for the opposing sides of the heated debate. The City of Temecula celebrated freedom at its Fourth of July parade, where city officials, local talent gathered to march in the

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JULY from page A-7 annual Old Town event. A strong showing by the Daughters of the American Revolution had members dressed as soldiers from the Revolutionary War. Jack and Linda Williams of Richie’s Real American Diner received a Silver Plate Award at the 2014 National Restaurant Show and Convention, which is held annually at the Great Hall at Union Station in Chicago, Ill. Richie’s won the food service’s equivalent of the Academy Awards in the category of Independent Restaurants. July 18 – 24 The City of Temecula regained control of the popular Rod Run event. The March 7-8 event marked the first time that city officials have been in the drivers’ seat at the vintage car show. Even as planning wrapped up it remained uncertain if the city would sponsor the event in the future. Though questions arose about the city’s ability to solicit and accept event-related sponsorship fees, the council voted to sponsor the 2015 event. The 19th annual Pechanga Pow Wow drew thousands to partake in native foods and culture in the three-day festival. With fireworks, drumming, and brightly dressed native dancers, many residents now make this unique look into Pechanga Luiseno culture a regular tradition. Discussions of Temecula’s beleaguered water park resurfaced as Temecula City Council agreed to grant exclusive rights to the possible purchase of a city site that water park developers have been eyeing since 2009. In what was cited as a capable and committed project, the council agreed to proceed with negotiations.

Temecula resident Bill Plummer backpacked 160 miles of the John Muir Trail in the Sierra Nevadas, including climbing to the top of Mt. Whitney.

July 25 – 31 Congressman Ken Calvert introduced a bill to close an immigration loophole, contributing to the immigration crisis on the Rio Grande Valley and Texas border. The proposed legislation was an attempt to amend the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008, which left an opening allowing unaccompanied children from Central America to remain on American soil for up to 578 days. Local hiker Bill Plummer, a 29-year resident of Temecula, backpacked 160 miles of the John Muir Trail in the Sierra Nevadas, including climbing up to the top of Mt. Whitney. August 1 – 7 Temecula’s Assistance League announced another season of Operation School Bell, to dress and

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August 8 – 14 Rancho Community Church in Temecula broke ground on their 80,000-square foot expansion campus. Located off Temecula Parkway, the Generations Building will provide world-class facilities for every age and is expected to open in August of 2015. Congress passed an immigration bill on Friday, August 1. If passed by the Senate, this bill would close the loophole to amend the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008. A new ordinance that sets rules on where sex offenders can live or visit was introduced by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. Under the new ordinance, 902.2 would repeal the loitering provisions set forth in ordinance 902, however, residency prohibitions will remain in place. August 15 – 21 Temecula Off Road Nights returned to Old Town Temecula. A dirt lifestyle festival that showcased all aspects of action sport as a way of life, this festival catered to a full day of fun. Local vendors such as Zevo Motorsports, Baja Designs, and PRP seats were found on the festival grounds. Visitors saw dune buggies, jeeps, and motorcycles lining Old Town. Valley News took home six awards from the Society of Professional Journalism, including Staff Photographer Shane Gibson, who won two awards at the event. Ben Drake, President of Drake Enterprises, was named distinguished Citizen of the Year by the Boy Scouts of America. Drake, president of the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association, has been a resident of the Temecula Area since 1973. The Distinguished Citizen award is presented to individuals whose personal ethics and family values are representative of the Scout Oath and Law. August 22 – 28 A group of mothers and children marched through Murrieta to raise awareness of the border crisis. Known as the Trail for Humanity, they began their march in Merced,

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Calif., and planned their journey to the U.S. border. When they reached Murrieta, they had already walked 325 miles of their journey. Their hope was that the group’s efforts would lead to real immigration reform. World War II Navy Fighter Pilot, Commander John McCue, spoke about his experiences, from training to strike missions at the West Coast Ammo Shop in Temecula. Discussing the long road to fighter pilot, McCue told a rapt audience of his memories of the Pacific Theater. August 29 – September 4 When readers look back to the end of August, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenges ruled social media. One local Murrieta man, wedding photographer and ALS sufferer Anthony Carbajal’s Ice Bucket video went viral. Carbajal’s video caught the attention of the nation, and of Ellen DeGeneres, whom he challenged. Carbajal and other ALS sufferers hope and pray that the millions raised will lead to a cure, or at the very least, better quality of life while managing the disease. A rare feat will occur in Temecula in November, when at least one political newcomer will be elected to city council. A narrow

field of five candidates will compete for three council seats, though vast name recognition and political strength of two longtime incumbents—Maryann Edwards and Jeff Comerchero—may keep two of the three open seats out of reach. September 5 – 11 Residents of Temecula Valley have the opportunity to experience the Vietnam Memorial without having to travel to Washington, D.C. The Moving Wall arrived in Temecula thanks to the efforts of Johnny Roberts, director of Manzanita Ranch. He applied to have the half-scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial come to Temecula three years earlier. Cal Fire rescue boat promises to keep swimmers and boaters safe in Lake Elsinore. Patrolling Lake Elsinore on busy holiday weekends, the boat tows broken watercraft, warns boating and swimming enthusiasts about proper procedure and provides emergency medical aid to injured individuals. September 12 – 18 The sale of the historic Temecula Hotel sets a stage for new generations of guests and partygoers. Two couples with longtime roots in the

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Local area have purchased the hotel, founded in 1882. The one-acre property in the heart of Old Town will have careful stewardship, according to the new owners. The new owners are hoping to win approval to run the facility as an historic hotel. Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival returns to the Valley, after a two and a half year hiatus. A plethora of entrants, over 2,700 entries, the TVIFF has put Temecula on the map. 9/11 is remembered in the Fallbrook Memorial Hill Climb. Over 260 registered to make the trek, following fully dressed out firefighters carrying the flag up the Monserate Mountain.

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September 19 – 25 September 11 was further remembered at Veterans Memorial Site at the Temecula Duck Pond. City officials and members of the community gathered to share their thoughts, memories, and insights on the tragic event, now 13 years past. Similarly, Murrieta held a candlelight vigil to remember victims. Temecula Valley Unified School District sent its Because Nice Matters bus to area schools. The Because Nice Matters movement encourages students to be nice and prevent bullying. September 26 – October 2 One Temecula family’s dreams came true when local businesses and residents gathered to throw a “prom” for 3-year-old Kyndall Grace Sibell, suffering from a genetic disease. Business owners from Stampede to party planners stepped in to create a magical experience, thanks to the Temecula Talk Facebook group who coordinated the event. Severe flooding hit Lake Elsinore High School, damaging the gymnasium floor and destroying multiple structures near the athletic areas with tornado-like winds, heavy rain, and hail. The administration offices and counselors’ rooms were also flooded. District officials and the County of Riverside Flood Control are working together to avoid future flooding of the school property. A murder victim, found dead at the scene at the Portofino Apartments in Temecula, was identified as 24-year-old Justin Triplett. Riverside County Sheriff’s Office identified a person of interest, though no arrests had yet been made. The shooting incident led to the lockdown of three area schools. October 3 – 9 Wildomar resident Ashley Fox, 14, worked to raise money for a “freedom swing” for disabled children. The swing was installed at Marna O’Brien Park in Wildomar. Fox, who is wheelchair bound because of spinal muscular atrophy raised nearly $4,000 for the swing. Eastern Murrieta Water Districted hosted a community town hall meeting for residents of French Valley to discuss the state’s drought. During the meeting residents were provided with an update on local water supply conditions and the drought. Resources intended to help residents become more water efficient were offered. Two men were arrested in connection with a marijuana grow house in Murrieta. Zi Ye Wen, 38, and Wei Ming Li, 30, were taken into custody after a water leak at a home led authorities to discover 950 marijuana plants and other evidence. Both men were released on bail. October 10 – 16 Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Neel Kashkari toured Murrieta Valley High School following an invitation issued by Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board President Kris Thomasian. While on campus, Kashkari visited the school’s robotics program, band and choir programs, an Advanced International Baccalaureate English class and a forensic science class. Elijah Belden of Temecula was electrocuted in a freak accident during his 10th birthday party. He was life flighted to Rady Children’s hospital in San Diego and placed in a medically induced coma. He woke from the coma a week later and was released. Assistance League of Temecula Valley celebrated its 25th anniversary with the Temecula, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Murrieta and Menifee chambers of commerce. The chambers were on hand for a celebratory ribbon cutting for the anniversary. October 17 – 23 Thousands came to visit “The Moving Wall” a traveling, halfscale replica of the popular monu-

People gather around the Veterans Memorial site at the Temecula Duck Pond during the September 11th Memorial.

ness license. The Riverside County Board of Supervisors created a commission to work on strategies to fend off federal spending cuts that could threaten the existence of the county’s remaining military installations. The new 11-member Commission on Defense and Military Services will lead efforts to keep all military installations in the county fully equipped and operational while serving as the focal point for defense and military policy for the Board of Supervisors. Wildomar resident Rob Fox gives his daughter Ashley Fox, 14, a push on the new “freedom swing”at Marna O’Brien Park in Wildomar.

ment located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The nearly 252-foot long wall was set up in Sam Hicks Monument Park in Temecula for five days. A suspect was placed in custody after a SWAT standoff in Murrieta. Kenneth Paul Haley, 33, was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, robbery, vehicle theft and probation violations in connection with an attack in the 23800 block of Corinth Drive. Following an alleged assault on his girlfriend, Haley fled the scene. Police believed he had barricaded himself in his residence and utilized SWAT to enter the home after nearly seven hours. Upon entry, SWAT determined the home was unoccupied. Several hours later, Haley returned home and contacted police by phone. He voluntarily exited the residence and was taken into police custody without incident. October 24 – 30 Murrieta Mayor Alan Long announced his resignation from the city council in a press conference citing distractions from a recent car accident and DUI allegation. Long, who said he believed he would be exonerated of all charges, stepped down to prevent any improprieties in the investigation. During the press conference, he announced he would continue with his bid for re-election to the city council. Award-winning musician and actress Olivia Newton-John led a crowd of more than 10,000 people in Temecula’s 16th annual Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure in Temecula. Newton-John, along with her husband and daughter, participated in the race. “We are survivors,” she said before he race began. Tovashal Elementary School in Murrieta celebrated receiving a national Red Ribbon Certification with an event attended by more than 1,000 people. The school is now one of 73 across the nation, and the first in California, to be awarded with the certification. The honor recognizes schools that improved academic performance by keeping students drug and alcohol free and involving parents and the community in the effort to do so. The City of Murrieta hosted its second annual Rod Run. Organizers estimated 20,000 visitors flocked to downtown Murrieta for the two-day event. October 31 – November 6 Menifee Councilman Tom Fuhrman, 70, continued his bid for re-election after being arrested and having criminal corruption charges filed against him by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. Fuhrman was charged with eight counts; one felony conflict of interest count and seven misdemeanor counts of using his official position

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November 7 – 13 Former Murrieta Mayor was re-elected to the city council in the Nov. 4 election. Long was arrested and charged with DUI following a car accident in October. Temecula Mayor Maryann Edwards and Me-

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Felony DUI charges were filed against former Murrieta Mayor Alan Long, 44, by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. Stemming for a car accident in October, Long was charged with one count of driving under the influence of alcohol causing bodily injury. Four sentencing enhancements to that count – one for each of the victims – have also been alleged. November 14 – 20 Josh Madrid, a junior at Paloma Valley High School in Menifee raised the bar for meeting high school community service hours. The 16-year-old, along with his friend and classmate, Isaiah Valdez, created and kicked off the Cruise for Kids fundraiser. More than 200 cars participated in the cruise, raising close to $1,000 with more donations still arriving daily. “Helping foster children is close to my heart,” said Madrid. A trio of city founders recently told of Temecula’s bumpy path to incorporation nearly 25 years ago and the role that prolonged effort played in shaping the future of the city. Peg and Jimmy Moore and Perry Peters spoke at the Temecula Valley Historical Society’s annual dinner sharing stories of Temecula’s journey to becoming a city. Murrieta’s Field of Honor expressed thanks to those who have served and those who continue to serve. Sponsored by Murrieta Rotary, the display consisted of more than 2,000 flags displayed in perfect rows and columns. The city also held a parade on Veterans Day honoring those who have served. November 21 – 27 Galway Downs was crowded with participants for the Rugged Maniac 5K obstacle filled race. Twenty-five obstacles had racers dragging themselves over walls, under ropes and into the mud and muck. “It’s like being a kid again,” said race organizer Rob Dickens. A broken water main caused a sink hole in Temecula. Rancho Water District crewmen fixed the broken water line on the southwest corner of Margarita Road and Date Street in Temecula. A Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy and a 23-year-old skateboarder were injured in Menifee when the two collided. The deputy was responding to a call at about 2:37 a.m. when he struck the skateboarder, who was allegedly skating in southbound traffic lanes. The skateboarder was thrown on impact and sustained multiple fractures and head trauma while the deputy

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sustained minor injuries. Both were transported to Inland Valley Hospital, according to a police report. November 28 – December 4 The ACLU of Southern California issued a new guide designed to assist parents with children enrolled in the Temecula Valley Unified School District. “In Plain English” will help parents understand the rights of English learner students under state and federal law. The move came about following complaints from parents that programming for English learner students was being cut by the district. Twelve very special girls were given the chance to shine during the Miss Marvelous Pageant held at Temecula Valley High School. The event was organized by HUGS (Helping Unite Growing Students) clubs from Great Oak, Temecula Valley and Chaparral high schools. The event recognized young women with physical and mental disabilities to showcase the contestants’ inner and outer beauty. A nearly six-hour long police standoff in Murrieta ended with the arrest of Adam Gadbois, who allegedly threatened to harm his wife and deputies. SWAT units were able to get Gadbois to step out of the house and surrender without incident. He was booked into the Southwest Detention Center for making criminal threats. December 5 – 11 An overflow crowd helped the City of Temecula to celebrate its

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25th anniversary at the Civic Center Complex. “This is a wonderful way to celebrate 25 years,” said Mayor Maryann Edwards. The nearly twohour long program featured speeches, presentations, photographs and videos that looked back at a quarter of a century and forward into the future. The celebration closed with the cutting of a cake, tours of the civic center and an outdoor light and music show. A strong Pacific storm that hit Southwest Riverside County caused power outages to almost 7,000 homes in Menifee, Canyon Lake and Lake Elsinore as well as other surrounding cities in Riverside County. Courtney Lynn Stewart, 24 of Murrieta was arrested and charged with two felony counts of child abuse following a nearly monthlong investigation. Stewart allegedly starved and inflicted injuries on her 3-year-old twin sons. The investigation was launched after the defendant took one of the boys to Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta. Hospital staff became alarmed by the child’s emancipated condition and several bruises uncovered during an examination, according to Sgt. Phil Gomez with the Murrieta Police Department. Upon a visit to Stewart’s home, police found the other twin “suffering from the same malnutrition,” as well as a broken jaw. Riverside County Child protective services took custody of the boy and transported him for medical treatment. December 12 – 18 The City of Murrieta was named the second safest city in America for the second year in a row. The rankings, by 24/7 Wall Street, is based on the FBI’s 2013 Uniform Crime report and includes cities with a population of 100,000 or more. Temecula was ranked sixth in the report. Murrieta Police Chief Sean Hadden said it’s unfair to compare cities since each one is different. “I always tell people it’s not fair to compare us with Temecula. Temecula is a total different city than we are,” he said. Former Murrieta Mayor and newly re-elected council member Alan Long entered a plea of “not guilty” during his arraignment held

at the Southwest Justice Center. Long was charged with felony DUI in early November following an accident in October that injured four students from Murrieta Valley High School. He pleaded not guilty on all charges including one allegation of causing great bodily injury and three allegations of causing bodily injury. A settlement conference has been scheduled for Jan. 23 at 8:30 a.m. The spirit of Christmas is alive and glowing in the Valley. An increasing number of homeowners are decking the halls with boughs of holly and thousands of LED lights and displays. Many residents in French Valley have decorated their homes this year in support of the children at Rancho Damacitas, a residential program in Temecula that helps children who have been abused or neglected. December 19 – 25 “Temecula on Ice” is open every day including Christmas and New Year’s Day. Sessions are 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. with a teen and young adult session on Friday and Saturday nights, 10 - 11:30 p.m. Salvation Army Major Marcelino “Butch” Soriano attempted – and achieved – his goal to set a new world record for the longest continuous hand bell-ringing by an individual when he reached 150 hours. Soriano began at 4:00 a.m. Monday, December 8 and finished Sunday, December 14 not long after 10:00 a.m at Murrieta’s Walmart store at 41200 Murrieta Hot Springs Road. He said he set out to accomplish the new record in the hopes of raising awareness for The Salvation Army’s 124th Red Kettle Campaign and kick off a historic new year for the Army. Murrieta’s Holiday Magic program continues to delight children and adults alike this holiday season. From the city’s annual Festival of Trees and Push Cart Parade to Letters from Santa, residents are taking advantage of everything the program offers not only to celebrate the season, but to support those in need as well. The city’s Santa Stop events, which finished up earlier this week, has brought in a plethora of non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys that will be distributed to needy families by Temecula Valley People Helping People, according to recreation director Laura Frasso. December 26 – January 1 The City of Murrieta’s Fire Chief Matt Shobert, 52, is officially stepping down on Dec.31 to continue his recovery from a freak accident he suffered on July 2. “My team of doctors came to the conclusion that

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due to the severity of my injury, suffering a mild traumatic brain injury, short term memory loss, and posttraumatic stress due to self-rescue, it’s time to retire,” he said. “If it were up to me, I’d never leave.” Shobert has at least six surgeries remaining and the next one will be to reconstruct his jaw. The accident occurred when maintenance crews were clearing brush around Murrieta’s exclusive Bear Creek community. “We are very sad to see him go,” stated Murrieta Mayor Pro Tem Rick Gibbs. “It is in his best interest to concentrate on getting better.” New members Kevin Hill, Sandy Hinkson, and Julie Farnbach joined current Temecula Valley Unified School Board President Allen Pulsipher and Clerk, Dr. Kristi RutzRobbins. The three new members’ term of office will run until December 2018. In a ceremony for family and friends, Superintendant Tim Ritter swore in the three new school board members on Dec. 9. “It will be an adjustment,” stated Farnbach of the job ahead of her. Government officials in Wildomar, Menifee, Eastvale and Jurupa Valley were disappointed in September when Governor Jerry Brown vetoed Senate Bill 69, which would have restored millions of dollars in Vehicle License Fees to their cities. If passed the bill would have returned close to $14 million to the cities. Despite the veto, Senator Richard D. Roth (D-Riverside) hasn’t given up and introduced Senate Bill 25 in another attempt to restore VLFs to the cities. If the revenue isn’t restored, Jurupa Valley faces a possible disincorporation and returning control to Riverside County. Valley News writers Kim Harris, Alex Groves, Michelle Mears-Gerst and Ashley Ludwig contributed to this article.

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4 at 2 p.m. at the Old Town Temecula Theater, ignited Pinero to do a motivational presentation portraying Lombardi. Since he has created the motivational production, he has been a presenter for many small and large corporations and groups across the nation, including Honda Corporation, Sysco Foods, and Ray-O-Vac and Nissan. Pinero’s powerful portrayal as Lombardi covers leadership, motivation, courage, stamina and coordinated efficiency, which transcend sports into all lines of industry. Teamwork, never giving up and striving to be the best you can be are all metaphors for what corporations and its employees are experiencing today, along with keeping your perspective with a good sense of humor. Pinero is a veteran actor who has appeared in film, (“Fifty Grand”, “Pump Up The Volume”, “Voices”, “King of the Gypsies”); television, (“Hunter”, “L.A. Law”, “Reasonable Doubts”, “Days Of Our Lives”); many commercials and over a 100 stage productions across the nation. He was one of the founders of Theatre XII in New York and was co-founder of

Even though legendary coach Vince Lombardi has passed on, his spirit lives on through local Temecula resident John Pinero. Pinero’s one-man play about the greatest professional coach in football history is a force to be reckoned with and has won praise and recognition from significant members of the professional football community. Even ABC television hired him to star in the 2006 pre-game Super Bowl show. Pinero considers playing Lombardi, the role of a lifetime. His play “Vince: The Life and Times of Vince Lombardi,” premiered Dec. 6, 1996 at the Two Roads Theatre in Studio City, Calif. Mike Downey of the Los Angeles Times gave it a glowing review. The play later debuted in several Wisconsin cities and across the nation. Pinero was the keynote speaker at the 2002 induction ceremonies at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2001 and the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 2002. The success of the play, which will be presented on Sunday, Jan.

The Eastside Westside Ensemble in Los Angeles. A Brooklyn native like Lombardi, he is an avid Green Bay Packers and New York Yankees fan. Pinero’s list of testimonials is extensive and includes praise from the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame and former Lombardi players Bart Starr, Willie Davis, Fuzzy Thurston and Jerry Kramer. He has impressed and inspired communities with his highly praised play. Critics have given his performance five-star reviews. For tickets, visit www.tickets. temeculatheater.org. Call (626) 975-0900 to feature Pinero as “Vince” at your next corporate event or book the highly rated one-man play “Vince: The Life and Times of Vince Lombardi” at your theater. John Pinero, a veteran actor who lives in Temecula, brings his oneman show, “Vince: The Life and Times of Vince Lombardi” to the Old Town Temecula Theater on Jan. 4 at 2 p.m. Courtesy photo

Santa’s Workshop brings smiles to over 900 children and their families Peter Thorwarth Special to the Valley News Over 900 low-income children and their families were smiling on Dec. 20 thanks to the annual Santa’s Workshop held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Quail Valley Elementary School in Menifee. The Lake Menifee Women’s Club, in conjunction with the Spark of Love Toy Drive, organized the event. Thousands of gifts, including games, books, backpacks and bikes, were given to families who were qualified and preregistered by the Menifee Valley Community Cupboard. Families lined up and then went through a fun sequence of getting raffle tickets, choosing gifts, taking a photo with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, getting posters, coloring, making crafts, playing games and having refreshments. Children also had a chance to try on and take home coats and other garments that had been donated.

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Most of the 1,000s of new, unwrapped toys and other gifts were donated in November and December by Menifee residents who put them in Spark of Love Toy Drive boxes located in stores,

schools, HOAs and other public places. The donations were sorted and stored in units donated by Statewide Storage on Newport Road. Over 200 volunteers helped with the event and some started more than four months prior to it by sending flyers to schools and notifying families. Captain Leonard Grill of the Quail Valley Fire Company and his wife, Linda, coordinate the Spark of Love Toy Drive. Lake Menifee Women’s Club has been presenting Santa’s Workshop since 2007. They appreciate the help of all the volunteers and the donations to help the less fortunate in the community.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS KIDS AND TEENS: January 3 – 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Science Saturday at the Western Science Center, 2345 Searl Parkway, Hemet. Celebrate National Drinking Straw Day while exploring science. From Geology to aviation you will be amazed at what you can do with science and some straws. Science Saturdays has something fun and informative for all ages, but are most geared towards elementary and middle school ages. This is a free event. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a parent. Information: (951) 791-0033. January 9 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Let It Glow Night with Professor Pennypickle at his museum, 42081 Main Street, Temecula. Play with glowly things and don’t forget to wear white! Cost: $5 per person. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. January 12 – 4 p.m. Frozen Holiday! It’s time for a magical celebration in Arendelle. Crafts and activities. An afternoon of royal fun awaits! Space is limited to 60 children at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square, Murrieta. For ages 3-12. Information: (951) 304-BOOK. January 14 – 4-4:45 p.m. Mr. Porkpie’s Magic Camp at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road. Learn tricks of the trade in this hands-on magic workshop for ages 5-12. Space is limited. Information: (951) 693-8980. January 16 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. To Infinity and Beyond…space… the final frontier! You will observe planets and beyond as you explore the skies and solar system at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main Street, Temecula. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. January 31 – Oak Grove Center to host a six-week baseball camp beginning on January 31. Oak Grove Center head coach Kevin Keller will direct the program along with the U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach. Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base running. Space is limited. Registration is now underway. Information: www. usbaseballacacemy.com or (866) 622-4487. ENTERTAINMENT: January 1 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Enjoy an evening of jazz hosted by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696. January 3 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Live Country music show featuring house band backing up the Valley’s country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696 or www.countryatthemerc.info. January 3 –2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Return of the Highwayman

presented by Highwayman Productions in association with Temecula Presents will be at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tony Suraci pays tribute to Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 4 – 2 p.m. “Vince: The Life and Times of Vince Lombardi” a t t h e O l d To w n Te m e c u l a Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 4 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula, Classics is a weekly chamber recital series co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 8 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Performance featuring: Glen Cashman, organ and sax with Ron Eschete, guitar and Kendall Kay, drums. Enjoy an evening of jazz hosted by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696. January 8 – 8 p.m. Kenny Catera’s Chicago Experience (Chicago Tribute) at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Presented by James Elliott Entertainment in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 9 – 8 p.m. Back by Popular Demand – The Rat Pack at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 10 – 7 p.m. The Murray Show at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 11 – 7 p.m. Speakeasy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Presented by David Bradley in association with Temecula Presents brings you traditional jazz of the 20s – 40s featuring the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter in rotation with other traditional jazz artists. January 11 – 2 and 7 p.m. Beatles or Rolling Stones? These two legendary bands will engage in an on-stage, throw down musical performance courtesy of tribute bands Abbey Road and Jumping Jack Flash at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 11 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Classics is a weekly chamber recital series co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Performers are

all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Featuring: Kara Masek, soprano and Kurt Jordan, piano. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. January 13 – MSJC Performing Arts Department is holding auditions for the Broadway Musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the MSJC College theatre, San Jacinto Campus, 1500 building, 1499 North State Street. Call backs will be January 20 from 6-8 p.m. for December 10 audition and 6-9 p.m. for January 13 audition. Information: Shezwae (951) 4873791 or spowell@msjc.edu. January 27 – 8-10 p.m. Comedy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Christmas Sweater is presented by PRN in association with Temecula Presents this unique style of audience participatory improvised comedy where you play too by helping to write, direct and even star onstage! Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. COMMUNITY EVENTS: Now through January 4 – A Cast of Blues special exhibition at the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes Street, Temecula. This exhibit contains cast masks and color photography of the men and women who defined and shaped the music of the blues. Information: (951) 694-6450. January 1 - January 4 – 7-9 p.m. City of Temecula Winterfest Snowbell Rockin’ Nights Snowfall California-Style. This is a synchronized snow and light show on the steps of city hall, 41000 Main Street. Information: (951) 678-1456. January 1 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Orphan Awareness Conference at Calvary Chapel Conference Center, 39405 Murrieta Hot Springs Road, Murrieta. Guest speakers Domingo and Irene Garcia. Children’s peace exhibit, cultural displays, international food, adoptive family presentations, music and silent auction. This is a free event. Information: Ren (951) 695-3336 January 1, 2015 – Happy New Year 2015!! January 2 – 5:30-7 p.m. First Friday Art Event presented by the City of Temecula featuring a photography exhibition by the Four Seasons Photography Club at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Information: (951) 694-6450. January 10 – 6 p.m. The Rotary Club of Wildomar presents a Magical Dinner Theater with Magic Ian and Instrumentals by Gavin Carney at the Wildomar / Elks Lodge, 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. This is an event for the entire family. Tickets: $35. Information: (951) 843-4779. January 10 – 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Taste of Tahiti Festival at the Temecula Valley High School Golden Bears Theater, 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula. Cultural and heritage dance, music,

games, food and much more! Information: (951) 286-6265. January 11 – 2-3 p.m. Cash and Freedman concert at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula. Enjoy Tim Cash on bass guitar and Harvey Freedman on lead guitar for a performance that will make love the blues! Cash and Freedman are regular performers at the House of Blues in Anaheim. Information: Dan Wood (951) 6938900. January 17 – 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Guinness Book of World Records Breaking Records for Charities at the Storm Stadium, 500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore. Information: Roger (904) 463-3340. January 17 – 10-11 a.m. Walking Tour of Old Town Temecula. Start your weekend with a fun and unique experience on this historic guided tour of Old Town Temecula and feel the early 1900s come to life. Tour begins at the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes Street. Cost: $2 per person. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Information: (951) 694-6450. January 19 – 7:30-11 a.m. MSJC presents the 9th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Unity Breakfast at the San Jacinto Campus Library, 1499 North State Street. This breakfast is sponsored by the MSJC Diversity committee and will feature a full breakfast, art contest, presentations, gospel choir and keynote speaker Sharron Lewis. This is a free event for faculty, staff, students and the public. RSVP required by January 17. RSVP and Information: Professor Hamilton (951) 487-3685 or whamilto@ msjc.edu. January 21 –6 p.m. NAMI Free Mental Health forum will be held at the Assistance League, 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula. Guest speaker Sana Johnson-Quijada, MD will speak on the effects of sleep on brain health. January 24 – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event at Temecula Fields Operation Center, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Household hazardous waste only – no business waste. Information: Riverside C o u n t y Wa s t e M a n a g e m e n t Department: (951) 486-3200 or Hotline (800) 304-2226. January 28 – 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Menifee’s Economic Forecast with Mayor Scott Mann at Menifee Lakes Country Club, 29875 Menifee Lakes Drive, Menifee. Lunch: $20. RSVP and Information: Prisha (951) 672-1991. WORKSHOPS: January 8 – 5:30-7 p.m. TriTech SBDC CEO storytelling with Steve Espinoza at Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange. 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Information: (951) 506-5180. January 12 – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. State Board of Equalization: Basic

Professional Women’s Roundtable to hold luncheon Jan. 9 The Professional Women’s Roundtable (PWR), a nonprofit women’s organization, will be having their monthly luncheon meeting shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 9 at The Grill Room in Temecula. PWR is dedicated to helping

women succeed through mentoring by example, powerful speakers, educational workshops and networking. This month’s speakers will be Temecula Mayor Jeff Comerchero and Murrieta Councilman Rick Gibbs. Mayor Comerchero will share his insights experience with a “State

of the Valley” speech and Councilman Gibbs will share his vision for Murrieta. The cost to attend the luncheon meeting is $20 for members of the organization and $25 for guests. RSVP for the event is mandatory, and registration begins at 11:15 a.m.

the day the event takes place. The Grill Room is located at Temeku Hills Golf Club at 41687 Temeku Drive in Temecula. For more information, visit PWR’s website at www.pwronline.org, or call Annette LaRocque at (951)300-6676.

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Newly elected State Senator Jeff Stone wishes constituents a happy 2015 As we celebrate the holiday season, I wanted to share with you my heartfelt appreciation for you giving me the opportunity to serve you in the state senate for the next four years. It is an honor to serve as your state senator, and I wanted to share with you just some of the things for which I am truly thankful during this holiday season. First, I am thankful for my family that has supported me in my efforts to serve the people of Riverside County. Without the support of those whom I love, it would not be possible for me to give my all to the people of the 28th Senate District. Second, I am thankful for being blessed to live in such a wonderful community in Riverside County. Our county is very diverse, and it is a true pleasure to live in and represent an area that encompasses Southwest Riverside County, the Coachella Valley and the areas stretching out to the Arizona border. Third, I am thankful for the hard work and dedication of our public servants in Sacramento. While I may not share the viewpoints or

ideology of many of my colleagues in the legislature, I have come to learn that they are as committed as I am to representing their individual constituents. In the upcoming session, I can only hope that the majority party will pay attention to the views of the minority and be willing to work towards finding common sense solutions to the problems our state faces. Most importantly, I hope that each and every person and family I have been given the honor of serving has a very blessed holiday season. This time of year gives us an opportunity to reflect back on the past year and learn from our mistakes. More importantly, it allows us to focus on the opportunities that exist to create a better future for our families. It also is a time to be joyful for the blessings each of us have. As we embark upon a new year, I wish you all the best in 2015 and beyond. We have many opportunities ahead of us, and I am excited about what the future holds for us all. Jeff Stone State Senator, 28th District

Warning about a carpet care scam Recently we considered having an area of our carpet cleaned for Christmas, so when we received a phone call from a carpet care company, we decided to see what they would be able to do and at what price. The technician arrived and he was very pleasant. He insisted on doing a test of cleaning first. The test produced a quantity of dirt. Immediate action was needed to clean it up. He said the cost would be $475, but for us, $250 and would throw in another rug for free. By then, he was calling the lady of the house, “Mama.” His sales method was extremely overbearing, bordering on rudeness. Finally, I asked him to get his equipment out of the house. He

requested a $50 “consultation fee” to leave. In a weak moment, I paid the fee just to get him out of the house, asking for a receipt. The receipt did not have a company name, logo, license number, etc. The handwriting was illegible. We called the Temecula Police Department to see if we could file a report to stop this scam from continuing. They said there was really nothing they could do about it. My advice to others is get the person’s vehicle license number and if these people will not leave your house without a “fee,” call the police. I am willing to join forces with anyone who has experienced this scam and try and do something about it. I can be reached at (951) 365-4530. Jerry Donohue

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2014: An exciting year for school sports JP Raineri and the Valley News Sports Department It was a huge year in sports for parents, athletes, teams, coaches, players and fans from Southwest Riverside County and whether it was from the littlest baseball players to the oldest of Rugby players, or even highlights from newest of sports like Footgolf, to the back trails of Mountain Biking, the Valley News Sports Department tried not to miss a beat…or kick…score or cheer. Here are some of the highlights from 2014 featuring what we believe were some of the top stories from the Valley News. January As the new year began, the winter sports seasons for the local area athletes was just getting underway. January played host to sports like basketball, wrestling, water polo and soccer to name a few. Vista Murrieta Coach Andy Rucker, who launched the Coaches vs. Cancer game at Vista Murrieta three years ago had all six Southwestern boys’ teams participate in 2014 as well the girls’ teams and the boys’ teams from Elsinore and Heritage. The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches that empowers basketball coaches, their teams and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Through fundraising efforts, the Broncos were able to donate more than $7,000 to the American Cancer Society in the past two years. Aside from all the local high school teams fighting for playoff contention in January, the area also saw two young finalists from Lake Elsinore move on to the State Finals in the Elks Lodge Hoop Shoot challenge. One thousand and fifty boys and girls participated in the contest to see how many free throw baskets could be made in 25 attempts. The boys and girls were divided by age groups. Chandler Davidson and Amum-Ra Collins went to the California State Semifinals where they competed with advancing winners from other area lodges. Though both did not place at the semifinals, they did have a great time according to their parents. February On Saturday, Feb. 1, 30 local boxers representing local government agencies – police, corrections, fire, EMS, Armed Forces – participated in a series of three-round boxing bouts well known to the public as the Battle of the Badges. There was plenty of action throughout the night with several hard-hitting action-packed rumbles. Not to be outdone by the males, the female matches offered an equal level of fireworks for the boxing enthusiasts in the crowd. The evening was capped off with a knockout in the main event bout. For the second time in three years, Great Oak High School was presented with a plaque at the Temecula Valley Unified School District Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4 to Coach Robbie Robinson and a handful of studentathletes representing the Wolfpack varsity football team. The team had 10 players with GPA’s of 4.0 or better, including one player – Alex Gonzalez – with a GPA of 4.83. In addition to the team plaque, the players all received special patches for their letterman’s jackets signifying their collective achievement. The Murrieta Valley Nighthawks won the Jersey Mike’s boys basketball challenge. The final score of the Jersey Mike’s fundraiser game was Murrieta Valley 72 to Vista Murrieta 58, but both teams came out winners Thursday night, Feb. 6. Jersey Mike’s two locations in Murrieta had a competition to see which school could raise more money for their boys’ basketball teams. It turned out that Murrieta Valley, with a student body of 1,000 less than Vista Murrieta, pulled off the upset. The Night-

Jared Morton (6) is mobbed by his team led by Alec Garrett (l) and Mitch Kemp (r) after striking out the final Aliso Niguel batter to give Temecula Valley the CIF SS Div 2 Crown in June of 2014. David Canales photo

Senior Kevin Knight (10) shares an emotional hug with Linebacker Coach Mike Kostecki after the heartbreaking season ending loss to Mission Viejo. The Wolfpack made history with every game they played in the 2014 CIF-SS West Valley Division Playoffs. Amanda Schwarzer photo

Nick “Slice” Herstine of Pechanga DPS (right) takes a heavy hit; Herstine won by split decision during the Battle of the Badges at Pechanga Resort Casino on Sat., February 1, 2014.

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hawks raised $3,290 during the fundraiser and the Broncos $1,950. Jersey Mike’s also gave away an additional $500 bonus check for the team that raised the most money during the competition. The Nighthawks won and received the supplemental check from Jersey

Mike’s owners Laurie and Tanya Ilic. A final check of $3,789 was awarded to them. Coach Ed Coyle retired from his head coaching role with Chaparral High School Basketball program and the school paid homage to the most winning coach in its

history by naming the gym “Coyle Court.” His 533 victories, including 288 at Chaparral, are the third most among active coaches at Inland area schools and on Tuesday, Feb. 11, Coyle was honored during half-time at his final home game. A high-performance sports train-

ing center was opened in Corona by Jordan Campbell – who signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in January – and Arby Fields, outfielder with the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners and a Los Osos High School (Rancho Cucamonga) graduate. The Winner’s Circle Athletics gym welcomed a myriad of local high school football standouts to its opening and combines highintensity functional training with nutritional education and products, SAT/ACT preparation, and life lessons designed to build character and positive values. Campbell was a four-year standout at Norco High School, where he contributed to four Cougar CIF championships. Winner Circle Athletics is located just northwest of the Hwy 15/Hwy 91 interchange at 500 Harrington Street in Corona. A total of 18 local teams participated in 12 CIF divisional playoffs that began Wednesday February 19 in the 2013-14 CIF Southern Section-Ford Boys/Girls Basketball Championships, presented by Farmers. Murrieta Valley led the way in the Southwestern League, while seven other Valley teams vied for CIF water polo titles and the Temecula Valley High School Lady Golden Bears varsity soccer team (20-3-3) ran all over the Claremont High School Wolfpack in the first round of CIF playoffs.

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Linfield Coach selected for 90th East-West Shrine Game Singletary selects Burns to coach defensive line

Dechon Burns

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Paul Bandong Staff Writer Linfield Coach Dechon Burns was selected by East Head Coach Mike Singletary to join his staff as a coach for the defensive line in the upcoming 90th East-West Shrine Game to be held January 17, 2015 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida.

“I’ve heard a lot of good things about him and his character,” said Chicago Bears linebacking legend, former 49’ers Head Coach and East Head Coach Mike Singletary in a telephone interview. “He’s a technician who cares about the kids and is passionate about what he is doing. I’m excited to see his work!” Singletary is also an ordained minister and motivational speaker. The East-West Shrine Game is the longest-running college all-star game in the nation, woven into American football tradition over the past 90 years. The East-West Shrine Game was created in 1925 by Shriners driven to help children and families in need. The game raises awareness and support for the 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children located in the United States, Canada and Mexico. As part of the game week tradition, teams visit Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa, spending time with the kids – experiencing their courage and determination as they go through their various medical struggles. It is both a humbling

and inspirational time for players and coaches alike. The game is also an important opportunity for the nation’s top college players to display their talents to over 300 NFL scouts and a national television audience. More than 100 players from last year’s game signed with NFL teams. More than 70 alumni have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The game has featured Gale Sayers, Tom Brady, John Elway, Alan Page, Dick Butkus, Brett Favre, Geno Marchetti, Walter Payton and many others over the years. Legendary coaches – Don Shula, Dick Vermeil, Paul “Bear” Bryant, Jerry Glanville, to name a few – have also supported the Shriners’ cause. “The challenge is getting coaches and players from all across the country to gain a working knowledge of one another, to develop chemistry, to find the least common denominator – within a short week – in order to play together and showcase the players’ talents,” said Singletary. “Our hope as coaches is that they leave better than when they came here.”

Burns joins a coaching staff that includes Mike Sullivan, Steve Rooney, Johnny Holland, Dennis Bradley, and Kevin Ramsey. Burns brings a wealth of experience to Singletary’s staff. He played defensive back for the University of Southern California team that went to the Rose Bowl in 1989. He was an assistant to the USC coaching staff for two years. Burns then coached with Steve Spurrier at the University of Florida (10-2) when they defeated Maryland 56-23 in the FedEx Orange Bowl, earning the #3 spot in the nation. Burns followed Spurrier to the NFL with the Washington Redskins, where he coached defensive line and linebackers. He has been an assistant linebackers coach with the 49’ers and a special teams/ linebackers coach with the Philadelphia Eagles. He also coached the Sacramento Lions of the UFL. Burns was the defensive line coach at the University of TexasEl Paso (UTEP) and interim head coach/defensive coordinator at Texas Southern University in 20067, where the defense was ranked

one of the top in the NCAA FCS. He coached for Howard Schnellenberger in the Texas vs. the Nation game in 2010. Burns was head coach for the Pro-Bound Sports Bowl West Team. Burns has experience at the high school level, having coached at Bishop Amat and Beverly Hills High Schools and for the past four years at Linfield Christian. The Linfield Lions have been to the playoffs the last four years. Burns also coaches at Football University camps and clinics throughout the USA and Europe. Burns graduated from Rubidoux High where he played football, basketball, baseball and track. He was also ASB President there. “I’m excited about this opportunity to coach young men who will be the next crop of NFL players,” said Burns. “It’s an honor, a privilege and a blessing to be chosen by and to work with Coach Singletary in such a prestigious game.” To comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

Local youth basketball team brings Christmas cheer to Temecula family JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor A local family from Temecula is certainly smiling big after the Christmas holiday because of a youth basketball team from Temecula that came together to bring some joy to their holiday. Coach Jeff Logan of the 7th grade Pacers from the Temecula Youth Basketball League (TYBL) said his wife Jamie saw a flyer at her work about the Salvation Army and their program to adopt a family. “I made contact with the local office and let them know that I was coaching a basketball team and would love for our team to sponsor a family if they knew of a family in need. I was immediately contacted by the Salvation Army to fill out a sponsor form and they soon replied with a family that needed help,” says Jeff. It was something Jeff also says he had been working toward for the past couple of seasons with TYBL. “Since our season runs through the holiday, I have been wanting to get a lot of our teams from the League involved in the community but was not sure how. I reached out to a few organizations but did not have much luck. Now that I know

the process with the Salvation Army, I’m sure much more teams will get involved next year,” added Logan. Jeff, who not only coaches quite a few different sports in the area, but is also on the TYBL Board, took on the Pacers team without even having a son on the team. He is the coach of his younger son Jake’s team and also has a son Trevor that plays in the 8th grade division, but when he found out that there would be kids without a coach in the 7th grade division, he stepped right up. “That’s the kind of guy he is,” says wife Jamie who added, “He is always able to juggle the load he takes on; he is always looking out for not only members of the community, especially the kids, even if they are not his, and I know these boys on this team will always remember what they did this season to help a family in need.” The family, which will remain anonymous for now, except to the team, was very happy to receive the gifts and the food for Christmas dinner and said they would pay it forward in a heartbeat. “I am very excited that our boys had an opportunity to give back to the community this holiday season,” exclaimed Coach Jeff.

Temecula United kicks off 2015 with Winter Holiday Camp After a resounding 2014 year of summer tournament and league championships, Temecula United looks to kick off 2015 in grand fashion with their Third Annual Winter Holiday Camp. The camp will go from Jan. 9 - 11. Friday’s check-in is at 5 p.m., and the camp runs from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Friday night. Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. to noon. To sign up, go to tusoccer.org and click on PAY YOUR REGISTRATION FEES ONLINE. The camp is $40 until

The 7th grade Pacers from the Temecula Youth Basketball League gathered presents and food in order to help a local family that was in need this Christmas. Pictured from left, Steven Kopish, Cruz Duenes, Van Goodin, Jhayden Raineri, Jacob Schmidt, Coach Jeff Logan and Mitchell Bramsway. Not Pictured: Ryan Page, Liam White and Nolan Hansen. JP Raineri photo

Wolfpack Boys Soccer takes 2nd Place at Citrus Hills Tournament

Jan. 2 and $50 after that. Temecula United is also pleased to announce that Younger (U14 and below) tryouts dates have been set. Younger tryouts will be Feb. 16 – 19 at Patricia Birdsall Park. Younger Boys will be Monday, Feb. 16 and Wed. Feb. 18, while the Younger Girls will be Tuesday, Feb. 17 and Thursday, Feb. 19. Times have yet to be determined. Check back at tusoccer.org for more information as tryouts get closer. The Great Oak Boys Varsity Soccer team went the distance in the Citrus Hills Tournament, but lost 2-1 to Riverside King in the Championship game. Courtesy photo

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The Great Oak Boys Varsity Soccer team kicked off their 2014-15 season with a great performance against some of the top high school soccer teams in the Southwest region. Their victories included a 4-3 win over Huntington Beach Marina, a 4-0 win over Grand Terrace and a 2-0 win over Palm Desert. The Championship game

versus King HS was a thriller with GOHS losing in Penalty Kicks, 2-1. Defense played a key role throughout the matches and leading scorers included Max Lundquist, Jack Richins and Joey Ciochetto. Coaches Jeremiah Marquez and Mark Anselmo were very pleased with their squad’s performance and are excited for the season ahead.

Man hurt after exiting vehicle during car wash An elderly man was slightly injured and had to be rescued Sunday, Dec. 28 when he got out of his car as it was going through an automatic car wash. Firefighters were called about 1:30 p.m. to Circle Car Wash, located in the 29600 block of Rancho California Road, Riverside County REACH 75,000± REAdERs /week (print & online) with a Classified Ad - Starting at $20! VALLEY

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Sports SPORTS from page B-1 March The Lady Wolfpack basketball team went deep into the CIF Southern Section-Ford Division 1A playoffs, making it to the Final Four for the first time in school history, losing to Bonita 56-49, one game shy of the Finals. Twenty three Valley players, both boys and girls, were selected to play in the Valley News 8th Annual Desert Valley All-Star Basketball Game. The Great Oak Varsity Competition Cheer Squad placed first in their division winning the Jamz National Championship in Las Vegas, which was a first for GOHS. The elite cheer squad competed in the Spirit Battle of the Stars competition in Ontario where they also took first place in their division and won Grand Champion. This was their second competition with zero deductions granting them access to the Cheer Pros Best of the West Championship in Long Beach where they placed 2nd. The Temecula Valley Golden Bears’ Boys Basketball team rallied late but their title run fell short, losing 57-56 to Villa Park, eliminating them in the Division 1A semi-finals. Villa Park was the team that had ended Murrieta Valley’s title quest in 2013 in the Division 2AA quarterfinals. The Golden Bears finished their season with a final record of 26-5 overall and a history-making undefeated league season. Vista Murrieta (9-1, 20-6) finished atop the Southwestern League for Girls Basketball and made it into CIF Division 1AA quarterfinals before losing to Brea Olinda, 63-59. Murrieta Valley dominated the Southwestern League (8-0, 22-6) and made it into the semifinals round CIF-SS/Ford Girls Water Polo Championships, losing to eventual CIF Champion Santa Margarita, 9-8 (SD OT). Paige Virgil, senior from Murrieta Valley, was named All-Southwestern League MVP. The #2 ranked Lady Lancers from Lakeside cruised through the State Regional Quarterfinals and advanced to the semifinals defeating, #4-ranked Hoover from Fresno, 68-48. Lakeside would lose to the Santa Margarita Eagles (19-13, 2-6) in the semifinals, 73-58. Baseball season got underway and the Temecula Valley Golden Bears picked up where they left off from their 2013 year’s 23-6 season and started out 4-0 ranking them #1 in CIF Division 2. Vista Murrieta was ranked #2 in the CIF Southern Section Coaches’ Polls; Great Oak was just out of top ten and Elsinore went into the season ranked #8 in Division 3. The Valley News Diamond Showcase featured all the teams of the Southwestern League and the Sunbelt League playing in two exciting days of baseball at Diamond Stadium, home to the Lake Elsinore Storm, Class A-Advanced farm team of the San Diego Padres. The Southwestern League tripleheader Opening Day, was Friday, March 21 and the Sunbelt League tripleheader was set for play on May 2. This was the sixth year that the Storm has provided local high school baseball teams with the opportunity to experience the professional baseball life in their state-of-the-art facility. Offense-Defense Sports released the first edition of its National Youth and High School Football Rankings and Travis Johnson, 12, of Murrieta was ranked 48th among all 11 and 12-year-olds in the country and 14th among defensive lineman. Johnson, who is 6’1”,172 pounds and 12, has been playing with the Temecula Titans for the past three years, but will be joining the Murrieta Rams youth football program this fall. He hopes to make the varsity team his freshman year at Vista Murrieta; his goal is to attend UCLA. TVHS announced its new head football coach, Rick Mey, who moved to the area from Arizona with his wife, Tina, son Bryce and two daughters, Lauren and Melissa. Football players from all over the Valley attended the i350 Temecula Combine powered by Football University held at Linfield Christian School on March 22. The combine was structured in the same format as the U.S. Army National Combine, also run by All-American Games. The regional combines are designed to rank and identify the top 350 players in each region. Some were also named to the AllImpact team. April The West Coast Lightning – our local semi-pro women’s tackle football team – opened their nine-

Jackie Crowther, a junior at Linfield Christian School who verbally committed to attend Baylor University on a soccer scholarship, traveled to Costa Rica where she competed on the Mexican National Soccer Team in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in March of 2014. Courtesy photo

Linfield’s Senior Pitcher, John Shurance, who also signed to Point Loma University, pitched a perfect game, no hitter, against Aquinas in April of 2014. Courtesy photo

game regular season on April 5. This is their third season of existence. Last year the Lightning had seven members named to the AllAmerican Team that played before the National Championship game. Linfield took second at Linfield Lions’ Invitational Golf Tournament at Cross Creek Golf Course, which featured 36 golfers on six teams. Riverside Poly was the Team Champion with a combined score of 416. Gabe Gonzales and Tristan Stone both scored 79 to lead their team. Linfield’s Senior Pitcher John Shurance, who also signed to Point Loma University in the same month, pitched a perfect game – a no hitter – for the Linfield Christian Lions as they went on the road to shut-out Aquinas 2-0. Shurance threw 77 pitches in seven complete innings, striking out nine of the 21 batters he faced with only one ball reaching the outfield. The Lake Elsinore Storm made their 2014 roster public on March 31 in advance of the organization’s 20th Anniversary season, marking the club’s 14th year as the Advanced A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. Nine of the 25 players from 11 states and four countries have previously played in Lake Elsinore. Temecula Valley, Vista Murrieta and Great Oak Baseball teams were among 32 of the best baseball teams in California competing in the Second Annual Boras Baseball Classic. The Classic was named one of the top six baseball tournaments in the nation by Baseball America. The brackets are divided between the top 16 Northern California teams and the top 16 Southern California teams with the winner declared a “de facto” State Champion. Temecula Valley and Vista Murrieta faced off in the Boras Classic Southern Championship Game at Mater Dei. The Golden Bears captured the South Division championship game of the Boras Classic at Mater Dei defeating Vista Murrieta 4-1. Jackie Crowther, a junior at Linfield Christian School who verbally committed to attend Baylor University on a soccer scholarship, traveled to Costa Rica where she competed on the Mexican National Soccer Team in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Crowther was out of the country for two months, training and competing. The tournament lasted 21 days and the team made it into the quarter-

finals. Crowther played forward in all three matches, scoring a goal in the win over Colombia, Crowther commits to Baylor University. Alexis “Mo” Mercado, a 2013 graduate of Great Oak High School, is the freshman second baseman for the Arizona Wildcats. She hit her second grand slam home run of the season in a wild opening game of a three-game series against #24 Stanford on April 4. The Temecula Youth Baseball League, which plays host to nearly 1,600 players every spring baseball season, added a Champions Division to their already very successful program. The Champions Division enables boys and girls with physical, medical, and mental challenges, ages 4-18, to enjoy the sport of baseball through the use of assistants. May Dane Benham, who has been the assistant coach and head JV coach under Chris Shore at Great Oak High School, was named the new head coach for the boys varsity water polo team also known as the “Polo Pack.” Shore retired this year after founding and coaching

the Great Oak teams for eight years. Former Chaparral Assistant Varsity Coach, Kevin Newby, attained a new Guinness Record by throwing 4,660 pitches during a Hit-A-Thon fundraiser held by the program. Senior Jedaki Hill broke Chaparral’s long standing triple jump record with a jump of 45’10”. The previous record was 45’1”. Hill was not only a record setting triple jumper but was also a 4.0 student at Chaparral. Six Valley boys’ tennis teams made it to CIF-SS playoffs including Temecula Valley, Vista Murrieta, Great Oak, Elsinore, Heritage and Temescal Canyon. The Murrieta Valley Nighthawks Girls Varsity Softball team went undefeated in league this year and clinched the title of Southwestern League Champions. Murrieta Valley’s Autumn Bishop, who was named the Southwestern League MVP, hit three home runs going 5-for-5 and knocked in six runs for the Nighthawks as they defeated Chaparral 24-2 for the Southwestern League title. Five local teams sent 22 riders to compete in the state mountain bike competition. Temecula Valley Composite is made up of riders from Rancho Christian and Linfield, schools that do not yet have an official school team. Murrieta Valley, Murrieta Mesa, Great Oak and Temescal Canyon also fielded teams that went to the state competition. The Wolfpack Baseball team, who started off the season ranked number one was crowned the 2014 Southwestern League champs. Heritage Basketball standout Kaelea Alonzo signed to play basketball for Pacific Union College. The GOHS boys track team won its first CIF championship as less than one second separated Great Oak (3:17.38) from Long Beach Poly (3:16.67) in the boys 4 x 400m relay. The Wolfpack ran away with their first-ever CIF Southern Section Division 1 Championship by 64.5 to 53 over the Jack Rabbits The Broncos Girls Softball team made it all the way to the quarterfinals in the CIF Southern Section Division 1 Softball Playoffs with the help of three great outings on the bump from Selina Ta’amilio. The Broncos came back twice in the face of certain defeat to beat the Orange Lutheran Lancers 10-7 on a dramatic eighth inning blast by game MVP Megan Holmes, but would not be as lucky as they dropped the quarterfinal match up game against Cypress 7-1. On Memorial Day weekend, the Hawks Soccer Academy sent a number of teams to the Poway Shootout where three teams, the BU8, BU12 and the GU14 Academy teams, all dominated their competition and came out as champions. June The Great Oak Wolfpack’s historic baseball season came to a halt early in June as they lost 3-0 against Aliso Niguel in the Ford CIF-SS Division 2 Quarterfinals. The Southwestern League champions were shut out by pitcher Kyle Molnar, considered by many as one of the top pitchers in his class in the nation. The Wolfpack ended the season with a 23-7 record overall. It would be Temecula Valley that proved they were Golden, defeating Aliso Niguel 5-3 to win the CIFSS Division 2 Championship as the Wolverines could not recover from the Golden Bears four-run first inning.

Four local baseball prospects were drafted by MLB in the 2014 first-year player, which is Major League Baseball’s primary mechanism for assigning amateur baseball players from high schools, colleges, and other amateur baseball clubs, to its teams. Kevin Padlo, a 6’2” infielder and pitcher from Murrieta Valley was selected in the 5th round (143 overall) to the Colorado Rockies. Brandon Koch (pronounced Cook), a 6’5” right-handed pitcher from Temecula Valley was selected in the 33rd round (991 overall) to the Baltimore Orioles. Chandler Wagoner, a 5’11” catcher/third baseman from Great Oak High School was selected in the 36th round (1068 overall) to the Chicago White Sox. Shane Gonzales, a former graduate of Great Oak High School (2012), was selected in the 31st round (922 overall) to the Philadelphia Phillies. Senior Jonathan Rodriguez won the CIF-SS Tennis Championships and brought home the singles title to Chaparral High School. Local senior standouts chosen to play baseball for Riverside County All Star team in a game that featured the top talents from Riverside and San Bernardino Counties including 11 players from Temecula Valley. Eli Lingos and Brad Wegman represented from Great Oak, Austin Hovivian of Hemet, Michael Demarco from Heritage, Brett Pendleton of Heritage, Chris Jasien from Linfield Christian, Bryce Macy of Paloma Valley, Nick Ray from San Jacinto, Sean Trimble from Temescal Canyon and Coltin Gerhart and J.T. McLellan of Vista Murrieta were all chosen to play for the Riverside County All Stars and don their high school uniforms for one last game before heading off to college. Brett Chappell, Chairman of the SRC Young Professionals Network, awarded YPN’s first scholarship to Anthony Bandong, a 2014 Great Oak High School graduate. YPN Board members joined in the presentation. Hawks soccer program swoops up three division championships The Colony Men’s Golf Club awarded scholarships to four graduating seniors from the Murrieta Valley School District’s three high schools. Each year the club conducts two pancake breakfasts that help fund charitable contributions, including scholarship donations and scholarships to the golf programs at Murrieta Valley, Vista Murrieta and Murrieta Mesa High Schools. Graduates Andrew Meer and Alasia Tana of Murrieta Mesa HS, Falicia Taverrite from Murrieta Valley HS and Alexis Serrato from Vista Murrieta HS received the scholarships at a luncheon following a scramble tournament at the Men’s Club on its home course, the California Oaks Golf Course. Sixteen-year-old Mitchell Dejong from Temecula is one of the youngest rally car drivers in the world to win an FIA World Rallycross Championship at Lyden Hill in Great Britain. July Temescal Canyon hires new coach, Phil Cohen, to bring new look offense and fresh approach to the Titan Football Program in 2014. Local athletes, Matt Foley of Temecula Valley High School (Class of 2015) and Julian Ballesteros of Chaparral High School (Class of 2018) were selected among Nation’s best and were invited to compete at the nation’s

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Former Chaparral Assistant Varsity Coach, Kevin Newby, who now coaches at Rancho Buena Vista and Murrieta Mesa, attained a new Guinness Record by throwing 4,660 pitches during a Hit-A-Thon fundraiser JP Raineri photo held by the program in May of 2014.

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Sports ATHLETICS from page B-3 top prep football all-star camp, Football University’s “Top Gun,” at Dublin Jerome High School in Dublin, Ohio. Two Machine Pitch All Star teams from the Temecula Youth baseball league won their Sectional Tournaments and brought home League Banners to advance to the Pony World Series in San Marcos. Taylor Edwards, a 2010 graduate of Vista Murrieta, was named the 2014 Diamond Sports Division I Catcher of the Year by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. The Diamond Sports Catcher of the Year award is presented annually to the top catcher from an NFCA member institution in each of the following divisions: NCAA (Divisions I, II and III), NAIA, NJCAA (Divisions I, II and III), Cal JC, NWAC and high school. Along with her sister Tatum, the Edwards twins were two of the most highly recruited players in the country about five years ago, especially during their four-year stint at Vista Murrieta where they graduated in 2010. Both girls committed to Nebraska where they just finished up their senior seasons. Murrieta Valley Water Polo Head Coach Bryan Lynton was selected as an assistant coach for the 2014 Team USA and helped guide Team USA to a gold medal in the UANA Junior Pan American Championship over Brazil 10-9. August The Murrieta Mesa Rams Varsity football team traveled to the Naval Amphibious Base in Coronado to train with Navy SEALS where they underwent a grueling fivehour training program that lasted from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Navy Seals had the Rams carry logs, run, do calisthenics and formatted workouts and they learned discipline, teamwork and how to overcome adversity at SEALS training camp which gave the football team a glimpse at what Navy SEALS do on a daily basis. Governor Brown signs bill limiting full-contact football practices. The California legislature responded to concerns about concussions and brain injuries that affect thousands of students and will be limiting the number of hours and days that their football teams can practice tackling and other game simulated hitting plays under the new bill. The new law will become effective on January first of 2015. It will apply to all middle and high schools public and private. The law limits full-contact practices to two 90-minute sessions per week during the season and preseason, and full-contact practices during the offseason are prohibited. This year Temecula’s Pop Warner Football League celebrates 25 years of incorporation and in celebration all players were issued a special practice t-shirt commemorating the milestone which the players wore for the first week for practice. Temecula Valley’s Inline Hockey League sent nine players to represent Team USA in Las Vegas to participate in the 2014 AAU Inline Hockey Junior Olympics featuring teams from Hong Kong, Great Britain, Columbia, Korea, Spain and Canada. Players representing Team USA from TVIHA included Maya Tasevski, Emma Tasevski, Hudson Lammatao, Carson Krill, Brandon Cahill, Giovanni Joffrey, Michael Segura, John Wilshire and Kenzie Fink. These players were selected based on their advanced displays of skill, speed, control and understanding of the game. The Temecula Youth Baseball League hosted 27 players from Japan during their annual International Summer Games and extended its bi-annual tradition of having players from the league participate in some fun international youth baseball games. The event has been taking place for the past four years, once in the spring and again in the summer, just before school starts. September Football season begins, the staple of all high school campuses puts its program to the test. The Spartan Race is the world’s leading obstacle race series worldwide and on Saturday, Sept. 13, a local mother of three, Faye Morgan, took second overall and tamed the Beast. Faye came in at a pace of 12:49 with a final time of 2:33:56. The Lake Elsinore Storm announced that the Player Development Contract with the San Diego Padres was renewed through the 2016 season, continuing their relationship that was originally forged in 2001. For the first time in Southern California history both the 18 Advanced and 18 Intermediate Co-Ed Tennis Teams from Aces in Temecula have won the USTA Sectional Championships. The two teams

Murrieta Valley Water Polo Head Coach Bryan Lynton was selected as an assistant coach for the 2014 Valley News file photo Team USA squad, helping guide them to Gold in July of 2014.

TYB player Samuel GreenHalgh slides in to second base before the tag during TYB’s international summer games with players from Rob Davis photo Japan.

In August of 2014, Kelsie Whitmore of Temecula was one of the youngest players at age 16 selected to the 2014 Women’s USA Baseball team. Scott Whitmore photo

represented the SoCal club at the National Championships October 23-26 in Columbia, South Carolina. October Breast Cancer Awareness Month got here quickly this year and girls’ volleyball teams from all over the Valley once again rallied together in the “Play for the Cure” program. This was the seventh year that the program existed with participating schools including Chaparral, Lakeside, Murrieta Mesa, Murrieta Valley, Great Oak, Temecula Valley, Linfield Christian, Vista Murrieta, Elsinore, Rancho and Temescal Canyon. The Great Oak boys/girls teams swept the first Southwestern League Cross Country Meet. On Oct. 16, before a preseason game against the Utah Jazz at the Honda center, the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians hosted a team shoot-around for the 11-time NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers at the tribe’s recreation center. It was the third time the team has been to the recreation center in the past four years. Forza1, a new volleyball club located in Temecula, opened up its doors to provide opportunities for everyone to play and learn the game of volleyball. Spearheaded by Dana Burkholder, who played at the University of Arizona, and was

a 2x First-Team All-American setter, Forza1 quickly gained momentum. Burkholder has built a strong staff around her, including the very talented Christina Pulver who has been a key factor in the Valley when it comes to youth volleyball and is now directing their local middle school league “Forza For All” with 33 total teams for not only the girls in the valley, but the boys as well. Together, Forza1 plans to “build strength” in young players on and off the court. Outside hitter Taylor Aguayo, a four-year varsity starter and a senior leader on the Linfield Girls Varsity Volleyball team, tallied 164 kills, 31 aces, and 193 digs nearly halfway through the season and was named Athlete of the Month at Linfield. November Week one in League for local football got underway in the first week in November. In the Southwestern League, Vista Murrieta ran away with a win, holding Great Oak to only one score on the night, Chaparral stopped the visiting Golden Bears in their tracks and Murrieta Valley and Murrieta Mesa had an all-out battle, which sent Murrieta Mesa home losing by only a field goal after both teams put an almost combined total of 100 points on the board. In the Sunbelt League, Temescal Canyon, who only had one

win on the season so far, shocked everyone in the Valley, taking out the undefeated Perris Panthers in a huge upset, leaving Heritage as the lone undefeated team in the Valley after they picked up their first win of league edging out Elsinore by a touchdown. Paloma Valley also picked up their first league win, keeping Lakeside scoreless on the night. Linfield fell behind early in their first Ambassador League game against Aquinas and could not battle back, while in the South Valley League, Calvary Murrieta was the only team to actually have a league game last week, which they won in an undeniable fashion over the Rough Riders from the California Military Institute. Courtyard by Marriott has teamed up with independent nonprofit Football USA to honor individuals who contribute to youth success in its “Inspiring Greatness” recognition program. George Escalante, who has been coaching boys and girls in the Temecula Valley for 20 years and with Temecula Valley Pop Warner League for five years, was selected as a recipient of the Courtyard Inspiring Greatness Award. Eight-year-old Samuel Amoroso of Temecula, celebrated his first-ever tournament victory and recorded his first-ever hole-in-one while participating in a Valley Junior Golf Association Tournament at The Country Club at Soboba Springs. Just days after wrapping up the regular season, Chaparral High School’s head football coach, Ryan Tukua, announced that he would be resigning effective Nov. 10. Tukua served as head varsity coach for four seasons and led the Pumas to three CIF playoff berths. Ryan was also the defensive coordinator and assistant head coach during the 2009 CIF Championship season. Coach Tukua cited his commitment to spend more quality time with his three young daughters and wife, Cheryl, as the reason for his resignation, but will continue as a teacher at the school. Former Vista Murrieta High School graduate, Zayde Khalil, who graduated in 2011 and currently plays football at Western New Mexico University for the Mustangs and is majoring in sociology, was named to this year’s RMAC all-academic first team. Khalil took a 3.51 grade point average into his senior year. The RMAC all-academic team requirements include a cumulative GPA of at least 3.30 prior to the start of the football season, and the player must have completed two consecutive semesters or three quarters at their institution. That eliminates freshmen from all-academic eligibility, but Khalil has earned RMAC all-

academic honors each year since his 2012 sophomore season. This upcoming baseball season the Rams will be featuring a fresh new face, well quite a few actually, as new head coach Bryn Wade, formerly of the Lakeside Lancers, will be bringing on almost an entire new staff to help him begin the building phase. Temecula Titans Youth Football and Cheer organization rose over $700 to donate to Michelle’s Place, a local resource for breast cancer awareness and help. The Sierra Battery, 5th Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment certified a U.S. flag that was given to the Temecula Valley Golden Bears football team during their last regular season game with the purpose of being flown in the Golden Bears new stadium. The flag was dedicated to TVHS Football and flown in Afghanistan the last day the Sierra Battery, 5th Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment was there. The Girls Varsity Tennis team from Murrieta Valley were the runners up in the CIF-SS Division 2 finals for the second year in a row, losing to Valencia in one of the closet battles of their season. It was another successful season for the Rancho Panthers Youth Football Program. Last year the 12U team took their perfect season to the Amateur Athletic Union Super Bowl, where they won, defeating the Nation Titans from Los Angeles 32-20, and this season five divisions charged into the playoffs where four teams moved on to the semifinals. The Panthers were the only chapter in the AAU So Cal East/West Football League to have all five divisions still participating in the playoffs as they went into the quarterfinal games at Palm Springs High School. Local High School student athletes committed early by signing their National Letters of Intent in November. Signing Day is the first day that a high school senior can sign a binding National Letter of Intent with an NCAA school, committing in writing to attend that school in exchange for a commitment from the school to receive financial aid (scholarship). The initial signing date for some sports – football, track and field, cross-country, men’s water polo, and men’s soccer – is the first Wednesday in February. The first day of the early signing period for all other sports this year was Nov. 12. The Detroit Tigers announced that former Lake Elsinore Storm Coach David Newhan has been hired as their assistant hitting coach. Newhan will serve under second-year manager Brad Ausmus. Lakeside High School senior Cheyenne Smith signed her Letter of Intent to play softball at the University of New Mexico. Cheyenne, who plays Center Field and Shortstop for the Lancers, has excelled not only in softball but volleyball as well where she played libero this year. Cheyenne also played for the Team Smith Travel Ball Organization in the offseason. The #1 ranked Redlands East Valley Wildcats (12-1) defeated Tony Peralta’s Elsinore Tigers (9-4) with a 35-yard pass play in the closing minutes to win 42-36. The Tigers senior running back Jacob Guglielmana did not go down without a fight as he led his team with 345 yards rushing and two touchdowns on 38 carries. In a game featuring two tough, physically powerful, run orientated teams, one would expect good old fashioned smash mouth football, and that’s exactly what fans got during the CIF-SS round two match-up between the Heritage Patriots and the Carter Lions on Nov. 21. Heritage fought back late in the game and knocked out Carter 28-19 to remain

Eight-year-old Samuel Amoroso of Temecula recorded his first-ever hole-in-one while participating in a Valley Junior Golf Association Tournament at The Country Club at Soboba Springs in November of 2014. Courtesy photo

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Sports undefeated and move on to CIF-SS Football Semifinals where they would lose to Riverside Poly 28-20. For the first time in Murrieta Valley’s school history, the Girls Varsity Tennis team was ranked in the top 16 in Southern California schools. As the number 11 seed, after placing second in the CIF-SS Division 2 Finals, they recently competed in the 2014 CIF USTA SoCal Championship, which is a state tournament consisting of teams from the northern and southern regions of California. The Nighthawks won in the first round against Buchanan 4-3, but lost to University from Irvine in the second round, 6-1. The Temecula Youth Baseball League has crowned their middle school champions once again after a very exciting fall season. In the Pony Division, which consists of mainly 7th and 8th graders, the James L. Day Middle School Dolphins claimed the title as Temecula Middle School Champions and played in the City Championships where they took on a very talented Canyon Lake Middle School team, who went undefeated on the season. Canyon Lake fought off the persistent Dolphins, taking two of three games, 14-4 and 4-0. With the City Championship win, the middle school from Canyon Lake won their area’s trophy for the third consecutive year. In the Bronco Division, which is comprised of 6th graders and young 7th graders, the Gardner Grizzlies and the Temecula Middle School Bobcats prevailed in their end of the season tournament and took their final series against each other to game three, where the Grizzlies edged out the Bobcats 10-6. Hiroshi Brey, an 8th grader from Temecula, is one of 30 players selected this year to represent the San Diego Youth Football and Cheer Conference as well as the State of California when he competes in Florida later this year at the National Championships. Brey also represented the Temecula Youth Baseball League in All-Stars earlier this spring. One week after upsetting the Southern Section’s #19 ranked team, Chino Hills, the Great Oak Wolfpack Football team (10-2, 4-1) continued its historic run with a second round 27-24 win against the state’s #28-ranked team, the El Toro Chargers (8-4, 3-3). With the win, Great Oak advanced to the CIF Southern Section West Valley Division Finals for the first time in school history where they went on to face South Coast League Champion Mission Viejo (10-2, 4-0) aka “little SC.” The Wolfpack made history with every game they played in the 2014 CIF-SS West Valley Division Playoffs until they lost a hard-fought battle to the Mission Viejo Diablos in the Semifinals round, 41-36. Vista Murrieta, fresh off a much energized 28-27 last second win over Tesoro in round 2 of the CIFSS Football Divisional playoffs, headed to Upland and defeated the #10 ranked Highlanders 24-14 and will be headed back to CIF-SS Football Finals for sixth straight time in December. The Pop Warner Division Three Championships were held at Orange Glen High School in Escondido between Temecula Valley Pop Warner’s Mighty Bruins and La Costa Canyon from Carlsbad. The Championship game was a nail-biter and was neck-and-neck until the final quarter when the Mighty Bruins scored two touchdowns to clinch the win. The final score was 18 to 6. December The Forza One Performance Center in Temecula, which was the vision of Dana Burkholder, a seasoned coach and former Collegiate and US National player with a serious passion for the game, and Ardian and Kristina Marina, former professional athletes from Europe that now have kids in the area, opened the doors on their new training center, which holds six brand new sport court volleyball courts for their players to train. The facility also includes a dedicated strength and conditioning area for teams to use on a daily basis. During the winter and spring seasons Forza1 teams will be practicing and competing with boys and girls teams ranging from 8 years old and up,

The Mighty Bruins were Temecula Valley Pop Warner’s Palomar Conference Pee Wee Division 3 Champions in November of 2014. Courtesy photo

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After placing second in the CIF-SS Division 2 Finals, the Murrieta Valley Girls Tennis team were ranked in the top 16 in Southern California teams and advanced to the second round of the 2014 CIF USTA SoCal Championships in November of 2014. Derick Lajom photo

all the way through their new adult leagues. The Great Oak Girls and Boys Cross Country teams made history in December for the first time in the state meet’s 28-year history by sweeping Division 1 team titles. The Great Oak Girls Cross Country team claimed their fifth State Championship and the Great Oak Boys Cross Country team won the CIF-State Cross Country Division 1 State Championships as well. Murrieta Valley Pop Warner made history with a few of their cheer teams. The Jr. Pee Wee Seahawks, Pee Wee Nighthawks, and Jr. Midget Blackhawks placed and advanced to the National Pop Warner Cheer Competition that took place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando Florida the week of Dec. 8 - 12. This is the first time that three competitive teams from the organization have qualified. The Cheer squads competed against several other local cheer teams across San Diego and LA Counties and to place 1st and 2nd is a huge accomplishment for the girls and to their coaches, Stephanie Snyder (Seahawks), Desiree Yankauskas (Nighthawks), and Tammy Millar (Blackhawks). The Vista Murrieta Broncos’ Sixth CIF-SS Finals trip came up empty as Mission Viejo swept Southwestern League winning the CIF-SS Western Valley Division Championship game held at Angels Stadium on Dec. 6, 21-10. Vista Murrieta has been a storied program under Candaele since the school opened in 2005. He has compiled a 114-28 record, 49-6 in league play with eight league titles and six trips to the Section Finals. They won a CIF title in 2011. Mission Viejo faced all three Southwestern League teams that made it to playoffs this year. They beat Temecula Valley 42-6 in the first round, Great Oak 41-36 in semifinals and Vista Murrieta for the title. Fresh off their third straight State CIF Championship and their fourth State Title in five years, the Great Oak Girls Cross Country team sent seven girls on to compete in the 11th Annual Nike Cross Nationals, which was held on Dec. 6 in Portland, Oregon. The team, which was represented by Sandra Pflughoft (9), Kiyena Beatty (10), Sydney Belus (10), Desi Stinger (11), Emily Clause (11), Destiny Collins (11) and Maiya Larsen (12), took second

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Shoot” Competition. They sent their first, second and third place winners to the Temecula Valley Elks’ competition. Each young athlete was given the opportunity to shoot 25 free throws. The competitors ranged in age from 8 to 13 years. The top scoring winners were: Ben Sullivan Douglas from Hillcrest Academy, Shaylynn Deyager from French Valley Elementary, Christian Bowen from James L Day Middle School, Madison Packwood from Temecula Middle School, Anthony McDonald from French Valley Elementary, Gabriela Dimopoulas from Temecula Middle School, Chloe Furlong from French Valley Elementary. These winners will advance to the District Hoop Shoot to be held Jan. 10 at Mesa View Middle School Gymnasium in Calimesa, Calif. The winners of the District Hoop Shoot will advance to the California State Competition and the State winners will advance to the National Competition Ariel Lassiter, the son of MLS and U.S. National Team great, Roy Lassiter, and former 2013 graduate of Great Oak High School, recently signed to play professional soccer with the L.A. Galaxy. Lassiter, a 2013 graduate of Great Oak High School, led the Wolfpack to three straight Southwestern League Championships and was selected All-Area and All-CIF Linfield Coach Dechon Burns was selected by East Head Coach Mike Singletary to join his staff as a coach for the defensive line in the upcoming 90th East-West Shrine Game to be held Jan. 17 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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Though they won their 6th straight Southwestern League Title, Vista Murrieta Bronco players ponder what could have been after losing 21-10 to Mission Viejo in the CIF-SS Western Valley Division Championship Courtesy photo game held at Angels Stadium on December 6, 2014.

Players and coaches from the 10U Sophomore Division Rancho Panthers team celebrate their AAU Super Bowl win over the Nation Titans on Saturday, December 6 at San Bernardino Valley College. Courtesy photo

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City and chamber of commerce officials share outlooks for 2015 Lake Elsinore transforming into world class city Steve Manos Mayor, Lake Elsinore Last year, Lake Elsinore was ranked as the fastest growing city in California and the 25th fastest growing in the nation per the U.S. Census Bureau. Amidst this growth, our city has embraced a new perspective that paves the way toward transforming Lake Elsinore into a world class city. In 2014, we set in motion many exciting projects. It was an amazing year and 2015 is going to be even better. This year, we will get things done. We will open Serenity Park Skate Zone and transform our most popular fishing area, Whisker’s Beach. We will add a sorely needed deceleration lane on the southbound Railroad Canyon/ Diamond Drive I-15 off-ramp, plan new sidewalks and trails, and install new playground equipment in some of our parks. In addition, critical infrastructure improvements are underway. Last year, we renewed 15 percent of our

local roadways and this year an additional 10 percent are planned for repair. By the end of 2015, our community will enjoy smoother driving on more than 40 lane miles throughout the city. We will also focus on a Healthy City initiative by tackling much needed improvements to all of our 18 parks, expanding our recreational programs and activities, and acknowledging healthy living events and businesses. Public safety in our city is greatly improved. In 2013, crime was down by more than 20 percent, according to FBI statistics. In the coming years, we will face challenges with public safety due to increasing costs for service, a growing population and decisions at the state level affecting the way laws are enforced. However, public safety remains our top priority and we will work with our public safety partners to meet these challenges. Finally, we are moving forward on the critical studies required to plan and expand existing infrastruc-

Wildomar chamber marking its 25th anniversary Sandra Tordoff Chairman, Wildomar Chamber of Commerce The Wildomar Chamber of Commerce is excited for the new year ahead. It is an important year for us here at the chamber because 2015 marks our 25th anniversary! We are looking forward to many fun events with both our members and our community. In celebration of our 25th anniversary, we will be hosting a lunch honoring our past chamber presidents. Along with our anniversary lunch, we will be hosting many more events such as fundraisers, which include a pool tournament at our local bowling alley, Pins ‘N Pockets, on January 17. Harrah’s Rincon Casino will also be working with us to host a Fun Bus fundraiser on April 18, which will transport participants from Wildomar to Harrah’s Casino in San Diego. The chamber also has a 1000 Flyer Program that gives local businesses a chance to get their flyers out into the community. The chamber partners with a local high school to disburse the flyers, which allows for the students to obtain community service hours. We also look forward to our Crazy Golf Tournament, a family event that will take place in October 2015. Aside from fundraisers, the chamber also hosts networking mixers on the second Thursday of each month and Wake Up Wildomar Breakfasts on the first Wednesday of each month. These events provide a chance to network and

learn about businesses in the area. The chamber also works with local high schools to host a Student of the Month program, which celebrates outstanding student achievement in both school and community involvement. Along with networking with local businesses, we love to be involved with city activities and city officials. We are very excited to work with our newly elected Mayor Ben Benoit and our Mayor Pro Tem Bridget Moore. Mayor Benoit has stated that he will continue “to work hard to ensure that Wildomar remains a safe place to live and work” and “in order to prosper as a community, we must have a business-friendly environment that encourages economic growth.” The chamber supports the mayor’s goals and we strive to better our community by working with local businesses and hope to further expand our economic growth. We are excited for our future growth, which includes the building of a new Walmart location off of Bundy Canyon Road. Mt. San Jacinto College also plans to expand their campus by building another college location in Wildomar. We look forward to more growth in Wildomar and the surrounding Valley area. We would love to partner with other chambers in the area in order to better the Valley’s commitment to growth and community. For more information, please contact the Wildomar Chamber of Commerce at (951) 245-0437, admin@wildomarchamber.org or www.wiildomarchamber.org.

ture. This includes analyzing our freeway interchanges, updating our development standards and specific plans, as well as finding more ways to streamline the development process. This work will ensure that our city will be ready to manage future growth in a way that is best for the entire community. Aside from the city’s efforts, commercial and residential development activity is exploding. Investors and developers have taken notice of the upward trends within our city and they are eager to join our community. Many projects are underway and we can’t wait to announce these exciting plans in the months ahead. These investments are vital to unlocking the potential of Lake Elsinore. Coined the “Action Sports Capital of the World,” the City of Lake Elsinore is home to a renowned motocross track, world-class skydiving, championship minor league baseball, and Southern California’s largest natural, freshwater lake with the only high-speed boating zone

Rick Dudley City Manager, Murrieta 2015 is shaping up to be a very exciting year for the City of Murrieta as the effects of the great recession begin to recede and carefully structured plans come to fruition. As revenues slowly begin to increase, the city is taking a step back to look carefully at how to address years of staffing cuts and deferred maintenance. With the focus on maximizing customer service levels and connecting the community to their government, citizens can access city hall faster and easier than ever and expect to have their needs efficiently met. The introduction of the city’s MORE Murrieta online monthly newsletter allows those who have signed up to “Get Connected” (http:// www.murrieta.org/portal/default. asp) to receive key dates for events; details of new citizen programs and updates on economic development projects. The city has a variety of social media pages from police and fire to economic development and recreation programs. The municipal website continues to grow with many Frequently Asked Questions available with a keystroke. With the update of the General Plan, strategies were developed to help the citizens of Murrieta find quality, high paying jobs closer to home. These strategies are bearing fruit with the rapidly expanding Health and Technology Corridor along the I-215 freeway. The first phase included Loma Linda University, which built its first hospital outside of its main campus, in Murrieta in 2011. Just a few months later, Rancho Springs Hospital opened its

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new Women’s Center, which ultimately housed a Neonatal ICU in cooperation with Rady Children’s Hospital. Recently, Kaiser Permanente entered into escrow on a 40-acre parcel at the northern end of the corridor for a new medical campus as well as a recent announcement by HealthSouth for plans to construct a brain rehabilitation facility. Not to forget our smallest residents, last month, Rady Children’s Hospital announced the purchase of land for construction of a new medical office building for their pediatric services, also in the corridor. In order to ease transportation at this future healthcare hub, the city council recently approved funding to expedite the environmental process on the Keller Road Interchange. Currently anticipated to begin construction in 2018, if all goes well, this fast track process will reduce the planning phase by several years. With the recent opening of the Jackson/ Ynez Corridor and the widening of the Los Alamos Bridge, developers are eagerly working on plans for new commercial and residential projects. Along with hundreds of new residential units moving through the development process, Murrieta is looking forward to the spring opening of a new Residence Inn by Marriott, followed by construction of a Courtyard by Marriott and a Hampton Inn later in the year. Plans are moving forward on the entitlement of approximately 40 acres of land along the west side of Interstate 15 for what will be the largest, “flagship” CarMax facility in the nation and new businesses coming to town include a Tractor Supply in the Orchard Center along with plans to complete that development, and a variety of new restaurants. Aside from efforts to attract developers and large companies to Murrieta, the city continues to look for opportunities to grow new busi-

nesses. In 2011, the Murrieta Innovation Center opened its doors in the former city hall with the idea of nurturing entrepreneurs with a great idea and helping them to establish their first company here for just $1 per year. With the recent renovation of the facility and new partnerships planned in 2015, the center is expected to becoming a thriving hub for collaboration and innovation. Current tenants include several startup companies focused on healthcare and national security technology. So what makes Murrieta the place companies and residents want to be? Once thought of as a small, rural town and bedroom community to San Diego, we have grown rapidly with a population of just over 107,000, an average age of 32 and an average family income of $105,000. Ideally located we offer residents more than 50 parks and open spaces, a dog park and two large sports parks. Complete with numerous community events year-round, and active senior and youth centers, Murrieta strives to maintain a very high quality of life for residents of all ages. The Murrieta Valley Unified School District, which has been named in the top 10 percent of the nation and boasts a 94.5 percent graduation rate, strives to be on the cutting edge of education and technology. Murrieta continues to be recognized by the FBI as one of the top 10 safest cities in the nation and works diligently to maintain that status with a wide range of crime prevention programs. A high level of fire service is the standard set by the Murrieta Fire Department who will hire a new fire chief and will take delivery of a new 75-foot ladder truck and command vehicle. With all that is happening and planned for 2015, it is easy to see why Murrieta is the future of Southern California. For more information, call (951) 304-2489 or visit www.murrieta.org.

Temecula chamber expects continued business growth Alice Sullivan CEO, Temecula Chamber of Commerce The City of Temecula’s 25th year anniversary celebration on Dec. 1 kicked off a month long celebration at the city’s council chambers, which helped to solidify the pride we feel in the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce’s partnership with a city centered on the quality of life with a small town feel and community involvement among its residents. Several projects in Temecula inspire the morale of local business growth and the Temecula chamber supports involvement in community projects such as the Jefferson Corridor, Old Town Front Street, the Altair plan, the French Valley Interchange, Pechanga’s growth, the auto dealer expansions and more. The possibilities for the future are endless and the past has shown that with the support of a leadership board such as the TVCC, we were able to start important community organizations that are able to stand on their own today and encourage future growth in these areas. Organizations such as the Tourism Council, which is now Visit Temecula Valley, the Balloon and Wine Festival and the Economic Development Corporation of Southwest California began at the Temecula chamber. For 2015, we look forward to the continual growth of the Southwest California Manufacturing Council,

which is beginning the process of partnering with the Temecula Valley Unified School District on internship programs for our youth. The TVCC is extremely excited to build on this partnership and continue to expand the growth of the local manufacturers and interested students. We also continue to work closely with the city’s economic development department to bring businesses to Temecula, keep businesses in Temecula and encourage the community to shop and dine local. As a chamber we continue to see our membership grow, increased participation at events and networking opportunities and strategic connections being made, all of which are aiding in the future of the business community in the area. Supporting a connection between the chamber’s members and the growth of their city, whether it be legislative or economic development, is an important benefit to our membership. The Temecula chamber continues to keep a close partnership with economic organizations such as Visit Temecula Valley, the city’s economic development department, the Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange and the Economic Development Center . As CEO, I am excited to be a part of such a vibrant city with excellent leaders who pride themselves in our city’s quality of life. For more information, call (951) 676-5090 or visit www.temecula.org.

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Experts share common home selling mistakes and how to avoid them

John Occhi and Mike Mason Special to the Valley News As we get ready for 2015, you have decided that you’re going to get your home ready for sale in the spring and you’re now contemplating what steps to take, what needs to be done and what it will cost to sell your home for the top dollar in the hot spring sellers’ market. You want to eliminate stress from the formula, yet just the thought of all that lies ahead is already creating this sinking feeling of despair deep inside of you as the anxiety is already starting to mount. Don’t worry, read through this series of articles to identify these common mistakes and what you can do to avoid them. Don’t consider a REALTOR® who’s quick to agree on what price you want to sell your home for. You don’t want a “yes man.” Remember, you are going to pay this agent a serious commission for their expertise. Would you hire a mechanic and tell them how to do your breaks? Do you hire an accountant and stand over their shoulder telling them how to complete a tax form? I think not! So, why would you hire a real estate agent who is quick to accept your price and not offer their expertise? In the business, we call this “buying the listing.” The agent knows that it won’t sell for this price and that they’ll be able to come to you at a later point for a price reduction and you’ll find yourself “chasing the market”, which typically results in an ultimate selling price. Find an agent you trust to honestly advise

you and not keeping any dirty little secrets. Educate yourself on the selling process because no one likes surprises when it comes to real estate. Read articles like this one, both online and in print. Gather as much information as you can on the entire process. Once you think you have an idea of how the process will unfold, discuss the entire process with your trusted REALTOR®. Understanding the process and what to expect from each party will go a long way at reducing your stress levels and allow the sale to proceed smoothly. Preparation is king as there is a lot that goes into getting a home ready for sale. Start with the cleaning, then take care of any needed repairs, update as you can and before you put the home on the market, declutter and stage your home so that another family can imagine living there with their personal belongings and not yours. Don’t cut corners. It’s time to invest both time and money into making a few needed repairs. Now is not the time to cover things up and start cutting corners with cheap materials or quick temporary fixes. Duct tape is not your friend. Do the job right and do it with the right products so that the repair will last for years to come. Watch the calendar. Selling a home is a process that has some very important, even critical dates that must be adhered to. When you are tasked with these responsibilities you need to get them done and done on time. Your failure to comply may result in the buyer not believing they have to comply with their deadlines and may drag things out as well… or worse, the entire deal could fall out of escrow. Don’t blame your REALTOR®. Your contract is just that – YOURS. Sure, your REALTOR® should go

over all of the terms and conditions with you and explain each step of the process along with all relevant dates on the time line and let you know what to expect. Perhaps they did, and you were just overwhelmed or perhaps they didn’t. Either way, the contract has your signature on it and you are responsible for its execution. So, pay attention to what it says and don’t ever tell anyone that you “didn’t know.” Dumb is not a pretty look on anyone. Keep your home show ready. It’s not inconvenient. You need to keep your house ready to show at all hours of the day, every day on short notice. Remember, the quicker the house sells, the more you’ll typically sell it for and the quicker you no longer have to endure this inconvenience. Remember, it’s only temporary and there is a great reward once it’s done. Do you judge a book by its cover? We all do and so will any potential buyers when considering (or not considering) your home. The judging starts with the photos and videos your agent takes (or has taken) and blasts across the Internet. If your home is seen poorly by buyers on the Internet, then the odds of a quick sale for top dollar are greatly diminished. Do you have a phantom house? If your house can’t be found, at all, on the Internet, then your agent has really let you down. It’s a fact that today, over 90 percent of all home buyers start their search on the Internet. If a potential buyer cannot find your home then chances are very good that they may never get to see it, let alone write an offer and buy it. Communication is everything. Just like every other aspect of our life where we want to find success, selling your home requires a clear channel of communication with your real estate agent. Sure, your agent may have been courting the

heck out of you when trying to get the listing, but then once the sign is in the yard and the lockbox on the door it may be impossible to get any sort of response about anything at all. If you can’t reasonably communicate with your agent, you may want to look at the terms of your listing agreement and go ahead and fire them. If nothing else, let your concerns be known to their broker (who actually owns the listing – not the agent) and ask for a replacement agent. Call us today and get the infor-

mation you need to make the right decision. The info is free, call now! (951) 296-8887. Questions regarding available inventory and/or other real estate matters please contact me, Mike@ GoTakeAction.com. Mike Mason, Broker/Owner of MASON Real Estate Cal. BRE: 01483044, Board of Director of your Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors®, Traveling State Director, California Association of Realtors®.

Recycled Christmas trees help protect fish in county’s lakes and waterways RIVERSIDE-Who knew discarded Christmas trees could make life a little better for fish? The Riverside County Waste Management Department is working closely with the California Department of Fish and Game to collect trees at county landfills and provide them for fish habitat. The county landfill department is always looking for innovative ways to divert waste and preserve valuable landfill space. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will use the waste conifers in local lakes and

waterways to create protective habitat for small fish. Trees collected at the Badlands, Blythe, and Lamb Canyon landfills through the free Christmas Tree DropOff program will be provided to the Department of Fish and Wildlife, which will sink the trees in local lakes and waterways so that juvenile fish have a little more protection from larger predatory fish. Tr e e s m u s t b e p r e p a r e d for recycling by removing all decorations, lights, tinsel and tree stands. Flocked trees cannot be

recycled and need to be cut up and placed in a regular trash container. Other trees that are recycled at free drop-off sites or at the curb will be taken to local green waste processors to be made into compost or mulch products. Most trash haulers will collect trees curbside for two weeks after Christmas. Place the prepared tree next to or inside the green waste container on your regular pick-up day. Trees over four feet tall should be cut in half. For those who don’t have a curbside pickup program, there

are several drop-off locations that will accept up to three residential prepared trees for free until Jan. 10: A. Lua Wood Recycling, 18938 Mermack Ave., Lake Elsinore B.P. John Recycling, 28700 Matthews Rd., Romoland Burrtec Recycle Center, 41-800 Corporate Way, Palm Desert Burrtec/Robert A. Nelson Transfer Station, 1830 Agua Mansa Rd., Riverside California Department of Fish and Wildlife, 17041 S. Lovekin Blvd., Blythe Riverside County Badlands Landfill, 31125 Ironwood Ave., Moreno Valley Riverside County Blythe

Landfill, 1000 Midland Rd., Blythe Riverside County Lamb Canyon Landfill, 16411 Lamb Canyon Rd., Beaumont Unfortunately, trees that are not recycled at drop-off locations or through curbside pick-up will occupy valuable space in our landfills. Make the last gift you give this year to the earth and recycle your Christmas tree. If you would like more information on this program, please call Riverside County Waste Management Department (951) 486-3200 or visit www.rivcowm. org.

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Healthy & Beautiful Gardens Properly caring for garden soil is important task for healthy plants

Linda McDonald-Cash Landscape Designer Hello fellow gardeners. I thought it would be a good idea this week to educate you “from the ground up” literally, so to speak, as “soil” is the foundation for your entire garden and everything growing in it. Let me start by pointing out the basic four types of soil. Sandy – DG (decomposed gravel) water goes right through it and you can’t form a “ball” with it in your hand when wet. Silt – this is somewhere between the two others, some sand, some clay with a little organic matter. And then of course, what I have the most of in my yard – clay, which is the worst, due to the fact that it does not allow water to drain, and thereby suffocates the roots of your plants. It’s “slick” when wet, forms a ball in your hand easily and usually is what “dirt clods” are made of. “Loam” is soil that usually has the most organic matter with some of the other elements in lesser amounts. Now that you know what the types of soil are, how do you go about improving what you have? What you want is loam, obviously, but how do you go about getting it? In a word – compost. You need to add organic matter to your soil, doesn’t matter if its sandy or clay, compost will help your soil, it “loosens” clay soil so that water can move through it, it helps sandy soil “hold” water. Organic soil is the best, and of course, making your own is the cheapest. I will prob-

ably need to address making your own compost in an entirely separate article one day, but for now go to www.composting101.com. Adding good organic compost will also help those micro-organisms in the soil that in turn literally help your plant roots absorb nutrients from the soil! Not to get too technical on you, but there is something in the soil – living soil, called “mychorizzal fungi” and this thrives in loamy soil and its job is to transfer those nutrients to the roots of your plants – in what is known as a “symbiotic” relationship – that is, one that is of benefit to both. You will need to replenish organic material into the soil regularly, at least once a year if not more often, but it’s well worth the effort. If you have earthworms in your soil you are lucky! These little critters are one of the best you can have in your soil – not only will they “aerate” the soil, enabling your plants to thrive, but they add a little bonus as well “castings” or “worm poop”, which is very valuable in nutrients and useable by your plants. The more organic matter in the soil, the more earthworms you will have and the healthier your soil will be. The healthier your soil is, the healthier your plants will be, it’s that simple. I recommend being gentle with the soil and not “aerating” it yourself especially with one of those power roto tillers, if you have earthworms, because you will kill them, and why not just let them do the work to begin with? When I see plants that are sickly, or covered with aphids or other diseases, I always check the soil first, because that’s where you will find your problems. I would also briefly like to mention soil “ph”, this is important as plants have various ranges that they do best in and you need to measure your soil ph to find out. You can buy an inexpensive soil test kit just about at any big box store that carries plants or a nursery and I recommend using these at least once, if not more a year, and take samples from various

An inexpensive soil test kit for the home gardener.

Blue color in hydrangeas are a good indicator of slightly acidic soil.

places around the yard also, not just one. It will give you a much clearer picture of what may be going on in your yard down below. It will also tell you the perfect ph for many varieties of plants in the package to help educate you on what may be wrong with that plant that is dropping its leaves or turning yellowish. I find our soils tend to be on the alkaline side, our water is quite alkaline also, so I occasionally use sulfur to amend my soil and lower the ph a little. Plants that prefer a more acid soil, such as azaleas, gardenias, camellias, love added peat moss and some sulfur. You want to make sure your soil is around 6.5 unless the plant prefers alkaline or acid soil. Between 6.0 and 7.5 is the ph range that most nutrients and minerals are “bio available” to the plants. If the ph is higher or lower than that, you’re going to have problems, and you will probably notice it in strange leaf color first. Iron is another of those “micro nutrients” that are critical to healthy plant life and many soils are either deficient in it or the ph is so far off that the plants can’t utilize it and they need it to help with nitrogen uptake, which is what keeps our plants nice and green! You will notice this in grass easily and that is why they always have iron in lawn fertilizers for best utilization and occasionally a ph lowering additive as well. I want to wish everybody a very happy new year and don’t forget we are still able to receive a rebate from the water district of $2.00 per square foot to remove lawns and replace with drought tolerant

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A recipe for making compost.

landscaping – if we have a rainy winter this may end by summer so if you’re thinking about it – now’s the time! As always, I am available for consultations and design work. Cozy up to the fire and start looking at all those great seed catalogs and

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Education Temecula high school seniors honored as December’s Students of the Month Six Temecula high school seniors were honored as Students of the Month on December 11 by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. The following students were recognized by their families, teachers, principals, the business community and local elected officials: Great Oak High School— Anthony Agbay Anthony Agbay uses his many talents to give back the community. He uses his skills as a musician to perform in the community; he is on the varsity tennis team and uses those skills to volunteer at tennis camps around the city; as an Eagle Scout, he volunteers his time helping other scouts and he tutors students at the library. His nominating teacher, Mr. Burdick-Rutz said being Anthony’s band teacher has given him the opportunity to be around Anthony for all of his four high school years. He says Anthony is a maestro in everything he sets out to do and leads by example, is an outstanding student athlete and has a quiet confidence that people respond to. Anthony’s father said the saying “it takes a village to raise a child” is accurate and all the coaches, teachers and scout leaders have made Anthony a better member of society. Anthony is in the process of applying to schools, but knows he does want

to major in Bio-Engineering in order to pursue his goal of making a positive impact on society. Temecula Valley High School— Katie Kim Katie Kim has learned that by making yourself proud and the people you love proud, everyone else’s opinion becomes quite irrelevant. Katie is a member of the Science Olympiad, Key Club, California Scholarship Federation and Caltech’s research program. She is the current president of her school’s National Honor Society and Science Olympiad and is taking a sophomore level college course offered at Temecula Valley High School. She has accumulated over 550 hours of community service and has received President Obama’s Volunteer Service Award four times. Nominating teacher Mr. Brannon said she is the finest student he has had in his 18 years of teaching. He said Katie has depth of character and has a smile that others respond to. He said he hopes that his daughter will be as fine an individual as Katie. Katie’s mom said Katie was a fun loving and inquisitive youngster who always asked why, even asking “Why did I get a time out?” Her mom said she is so thankful for the leaders in the community who have played a role in shaping who Katie is. Katie said she is in the process of apply-

ing to schools on the East and West coasts and is not quite sure of her major, although she is interested in investment banking, journalism and computer science. Chaparral High School— Megan Crain Megan Crain does a lot of community service and wants to eventually be involved in politics and law so she can continue to help others. She has been in and volunteered in over 20 musical theatre productions, is a tutor for the peer leadership program and interned in State Senator Joel Anderson’s office. Her principal, Gil Compton said the literary club did an expose on Megan titled “The Incredible Brain of Megan Crain.” Mrs. Baron, Megan’s nominating teacher said Megan is an extraordinary individual, an extremely hard worker, determined and compassionate and will make amazing things happen. Mrs. Baron said Megan, although a quiet leader gets other students wanting to do more and they look up to her. Megan’s mom said she was six and a half months pregnant with Megan when the family moved to Temecula on the promise of great schools and a great community. She said Megan has taken advantage of every opportunity the community has given her and agreed that it takes a village to raise a child. She said living with Megan

Students (seated left to right): Anthony Agbay (Great Oak High School), Katie Kim (Temecula Valley High School), Victoria Frichner (Rancho Christian High School), Brennen Scarbrough (Temecula Preparatory School), Megan Crain (Chaparral High School) and Jessica MacDonald (Linfield Christian High School). Standing in the back row: Brooke Nunn, Special Events Coordinator, Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce and Sally Myers, founder/advisor of the Student of the Month program. Courtesy photo

was like living in a musical because she sang everything. Megan plans on attending a four-year college where she will major in political science and then law school. Her dream job is to work as a civic lawyer for the City of San Francisco. Linfield Christian High School—Jessica MacDonald Jessica MacDonald has learned to work hard at everything she does. She said her parents did not

go to college long enough to obtain a degree and that has motivated her to try her best in everything. Principal Holly Wilson said Jessica is “others centered” and has an uncanny quality of a having a quiet spirit who cares for others. Jessica said she likes attending a small school where she is able to participate in many things, such as student government, theatre and being a

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Longtime Linfield history teacher Bruce Ralston retires with honor tion of the Charleston dance at the last school assembly he attended. His dancing was on par with actor Jimmy Stewart’s in the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” and delighted a cheering crowd. “He looks the same as when I graduated in 1992,” stated Sarah Eckhardt over Facebook. “His hair is a bit lighter, but that’s the only difference.” Murrieta resident Mike Antista said that Ralston was a “fantastic teacher and one of the best announcers/color guys in the Valley.” “The school has been extremely

blessed to have such a dedicated teacher as Bruce here all of those years,” Cole said. “Whatever he did, he did well. Of all the educators I’ve hired over the years, Bruce is the consummate history teacher,” he added. In addition to teaching, Ralston also coached basketball and helped students any way he could. “Praise God that Bruce was willing to commit himself to the kids over the number of years he was here. He’s changed directions of hundreds of lives. The school has been stronger for it,” Cole said.

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Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Linfield Christian School’s longtime history teacher Bruce Ralston officially retired on Dec. 19 in a special ceremony before family, friends and fellow faculty. “It is remarkable that Bruce has been a teacher all of those years in one place,” stated Drake Charles, head of the school, which is located in Temecula. “This is history being made right here. 37 years of faithful service is worthy of being celebrated.” At his retirement ceremony, Ralston sat on stage and enjoyed

listening to speeches and music presented in his honor. A Civil War re-enactment band played a stirring rendition of “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Like band members, Ralston was attired in a replica Union uniform. Later he was given a replica Civil War sword in recognition of his years of service and achievements teaching U.S. history. “Bruce has been the most tenured teacher at Linfield, and the man who hired him—David Cole—is also present today,” Charles said. Ralston began working at the school in 1978. When he started,

according to Cole, only a few buildings were in existence, including the administration building that is currently undergoing a complete remodel. “Bruce has watched Temecula grow, he’s seen Linfield grow. In fact, he was here before the majority of the buildings on campus,” Charles said. “As I reflect back, Linfield has been a major part of my life,” Ralston commented. Ralston has long been a favorite teacher of students and has both shown and taught history to them. Tall, lanky and spectacled, he performed a spontaneous rendi-

LEUSD tries to sell or lease closed elementary school in Wildomar Michelle Mears-Gerst Writer Lake Elsinore Unified School District is entering the real estate market by trying to either sell or lease the Jean Hayman Elementary School site. In 2008, the Wildomar school was closed for budgetary reasons. The plans were to reopen it later, but earthquake faults were found on campus. In 2011, district officials decided to sell the property located at 21440 Lemon St. The property was valued at $500,000 in 2011. Today, the

SOTM from page B-10 sports ambassador. Nominating teacher, Ms. Lloyd said Jessica is a brilliant student who is involved in everything. Ms. Lloyd said Jessica is hard working, well rounded and her character makes her who she is. Jessica’s mom said Jessica has always been independent, self-driven and puts others before herself and is so proud of her. Jessica is unsure of the university she will attend next fall but does know she wants to study medicine. On a trip to Haiti, Jessica said her heart broke because of how long people had to wait to see a doctor. She hopes to someday use her medical talents in Haiti. Rancho Christian High School—Victoria Frichner Victoria Frichner expressed her gratitude to her parents and siblings and said having a love of learning is more important in her family than straight A’s. During a mission trip, Victoria learned that she wants to go into a field where she can help give children in impoverished countries the education they deserve. She has learned life is all about the journey. Her nominating teacher, Mr. Rea said he has known Victoria since she was a young girl and she has become an outstanding student. He said she is more than just about grades; she has great character. He said she is

almost 12-acre lot is set to be auctioned with bids starting at $2 million. The auction is scheduled for February. Assistant Superintendent Greg Bowers said the district decided at its most recent board meeting to allow the land to be put up for sale or consider a lease offer. Wildomar was offered the land as well as other public agencies. Wildomar Mayor Masha Swanson said the city looked at the property and decided it was not fiscally prudent to take it over. “The school is a mess. It has been broken into so many times

copper is gone. It would cost us over a million dollars just to fix the school and the school district was offering it to us for $2 million just to buy it.” Swanson said the city is signing a seven-year lease at their current location off Clinton Keith Road in the Oak Creek Center. “We are currently occupying 5,000 square feet and with our new lease we are going to expand our space to 10,000 square feet. The Strata Group, who is the landlord, have been very workable,” she said.

willing to help anyone, even agreeing to a last minute request he had of asking her to play and sing at a retreat at school. Her father said Victoria, who his wife thought was going to be a boy, is that child he doesn’t have to worry about and is such a gift. He said when he saw a picture of Victoria comforting a young girl during one of Victoria’s mission trips, he knew she is the type of person who will make a difference in the world. Victoria plans on receiving a degree in elementary education and wants to pursue teaching in other countries.

several years. Brennan’s mom said he rarely asks for anything and is quiet and kind. She said although Brennen earned this recognition differently, he gives a voice to other kids on campus that with hard work, you can overcome. Brennen plans on attending Point Loma Nazarene University in the fall where he wants to study business management so he can start his own business and serve his community.

Temecula Preparatory School— Brennen Scarbrough Brennen Scarbrough has learned that good can come out of every situation and to believe in yourself. Brennen said he struggles with social anxiety every day and some of his earlier school years were very difficult. Using the coping and time management skills he learned, he has pushed through and hopes that he can show others in a similar situation how to get through obstacles in life. Brennen’s nominating teacher, Mr. Arreola, said Brennen demonstrates all of the four cardinal virtues the school teaches: justice, fortitude, temperance and prudence. Brennen, he said, is hardworking, trustworthy, fun loving and has shown so much growth in character over the past

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Making New Year’s resolutions that you can keep From the American Counseling Association It’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions and the changes you’d like to see for the coming months. Unfortunately, most of us tend to break many (or all) of our resolutions, sometimes before New Year’s Eve is even over. So this year, approach those resolutions a little bit differently in order to increase the odds you’ll be successful at the improvements you desire. A starting point? Make realistic resolutions. After years of slow weight gain, those pounds won’t disappear overnight just because you make a New Year’s resolution. The same thing applies to other types of resolutions, such as to stop smoking or to improve a relationship. Any of these, and many, many others, can be realistic resolutions if you approach them with an actual plan to make them work,

rather than just a wish that you’d like to see those things happen. For example, a weight loss plan must include recognizing that healthy weight loss takes time and requires lifestyle changes. It means accepting that it will be a slow process and that there may be plateaus and backsliding, but that you will still continue to try. Similarly, stopping smoking is a difficult process. A realistic New Year’s resolution is one that accepts that you might fail the first time (or several times) you try to quit, but that you’re willing and planning to keep doing your best to succeed. To make such resolutions come true, once you accept a realistic view of them, it’s necessary to come up with achievable plans to get to your goal. You can do this by breaking a big task into smaller, more manageable pieces. A weight loss plan, for example, might include mini-goals of cutting out one high-calorie food each week and substituting one

desirable low-calorie food. A plan to exercise more might begin with a mini-goal of a daily 15-minute walk, and then slowly adding more time each week. When you use mini-goals that focus on positive behavioral changes, rather than just the big, overall goal, you can use the successes of hitting those mini-goals as positive reinforcement to help you keep going. Resolutions offer a very positive opportunity to change areas in our lives that we would like to improve upon. Making a resolution can be one step toward this self-improvement and succeeding at a resolution can both improve our lives and bring a rewarding sense of accomplishment. “Counseling Corner” is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@ counseling.org or visit the ACA website at www.counseling.org

Valley News joins Fit City to break circuit training class world record Local businesses and citizens invited to participate Paul Bandong Staff Writer

a new Guinness World Record for “Most People Participating in a Circuit Training Class” in one location. The record of 2,061 participants was established July 31, 2013 in Melbourne Australia. “We hope to blow that record away with over 4,000 participants from our local businesses and communities,” said event organizer Roger Kaman, owner of Fit City, a faith-based mobile gym business. The event will be held at the Storm Stadium, 500 Diamond Drive, in Lake Elsinore on Saturday, Jan. 17. Check-in is at 8

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Holder” plaques for most participants in the event from a high school, middle school, elementary school, non-profit organization, for-profit business, medical/dental organization and fitness business. Music, food and festivities will be available following the event. Local businesses and citizens and their friends and family are encouraged to participate in this world record event. Information and registration is online at www. worldrecordbootcamp.com. More information is available at www. breakingrecordsforcharities.com.

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feelings are normal because you are exercising muscles that likely have not been worked out in quite some time. As your body becomes acclimated to routine exercise soreness and stiffness should go away. If it does not, that’s likely because you are not stretching enough at the end of your workouts. Muscles shorten during a weightlifting regimen thanks to the repeated contractions they undergo as the body does repetition after repetition. Stretching helps the body return to a more natural position, reducing the likelihood that you will develop tight, sore

and stiff muscles. Take time off. Even the most accomplished athletes in the world take days off from their exercise regimens. Tired, overworked muscles are more susceptible to injury, so make sure your body has enough time to rest and recover. Skip a workout if your muscles seem stiff and sore, or change up your routine so you aren’t taxing the muscles that don’t feel up to snuff. The risk of injury is always present for exercise enthusiasts. But there are several ways to greatly reduce that risk.

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STOCK #1147 MODEL #12064 VIN #282126. #291369 (AT LEAST 2 AT THIS PRICE)

$12,980

+ Fees

New 2015 Nissan NV200 $2100 SaviNgS

total No-gimmick Price

$15,985

+ Fees

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1310 MODEL #67115 VIN #691407 (AT LEAST 5 AT THIS PRICE)

$19,995

+ Fees

New 2014 Nissan Pathfinder $4500 SaviNgS

total No-gimmick Price

$21,630

+ Fees

New 2014 Nissan Murano

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1108 MODEL #25114 VIN #724188 (AT LEAST 1 AT THIS PRICE)

MSRP ..........................................$18,965 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,970 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

$25,940

+ Fees

STOCK #1065 MODEL #21114 VIN #352693 (AT LEAST 1 AT THIS PRICE)

$15,995

+ Fees

New 2015 Nissan Xterra

MSRP ..........................................$24,950 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$3,000 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1640 MODEL #23314 VIN #420205 (AT LEAST 1 AT THIS PRICE)

STOCK #1405 MODEL #24115 VIN #654777 (AT LEAST 5 AT THIS PRICE)

$21,950

+ Fees

New 2014 Nissan Titan Crew Cab

$27,974

+ Fees

MSRP ..........................................$37,435 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$4,086 Factory Rebate .............................-$3,350 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

$2,500 off mSrP

MSRP ..........................................$22,200 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$3,000 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1103 MODEL #291145 VIN #620991, #620975 2 AT THIS PRICE)

$18,699

+ Fees

New 2014 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab $5225 SaviNgS

$7436 SaviNgS

MSRP ..........................................$35,474 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$3,500 Factory Rebate .............................-$3,500 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

MODEL #20114

$3501 SaviNgS

$3000 SaviNgS

STOCK #1638 MODEL #22115 VIN #508835, #507564 (AT LEAST 2 AT THIS PRICE)

Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,500 _________________________________

New 2014 Nissan Rogue Select

$7500 SaviNgS

MSRP ..........................................$30,440 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,500 Factory Rebate .............................-$1,500 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

MODEL #16114

New 2014 Nissan Cube

New 2015 Nissan Rogue

MSRP ..........................................$24,130 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,000 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

New 2014 Nissan Juke

all JuKeS iN StocK

$2500 SaviNgS

MSRP ..........................................$22,095 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,100 _________________________________

*Business owners should check with their tax advisors on their individual situations to determine their qualification and potential tax savings.

$2500 SaviNgS

$2970 SaviNgS

STOCK #1433 MODEL #13015 VIN #205851, #203549 (AT LEAST 2 AT THIS PRICE)

“This is a great gift and a great opportunity for business owners looking to buy a car, truck or van for work purposes and depreciate or deduct those purchases significantly, providing substantial savings!” – Dan Ryan, General Manager

all maXimaS iN StocK

New 2015 Nissan Altima

MSRP ..........................................$23,335 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$4,600 Factory Rebate ................................-$750 Holiday Cash ................................-$1,000 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash ......-$1,000 _________________________________

Be sure to take advantage of these year-end holiday gifts from Congress: • Bonus Depreciation of 50% • Section 179 Expensing up to 100%

$10,000 off mSrP

$7350 SaviNgS

MSRP ..........................................$16,980 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$2,500 Factory Rebate ................................-$500 Holiday Cash ..................................-$5,00 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

atteNtioN BuSiNeSS oWNerS!

MSRP ..........................................$27,220 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$4,725 NMAC Financing Bonus Cash .........-$500 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1028 MODEL #32314 VIN #745253 (AT LEAST 5 AT THIS PRICE)

$21,996

+ Fees

New 2014 Nissan Armada $7500 SaviNgS

STOCK #1074 MODEL #36314 VIN #513647, #518474 (AT LEAST 2 AT THIS PRICE)

$29,999

+ Fees

MSRP ..........................................$43,255 Temecula Nissan Discount ...........-$6,000 Factory Rebate .............................-$1,500 _________________________________

total No-gimmick Price

STOCK #1053 MODEL #26114 VIN #612157 (AT LEAST 1 AT THIS PRICE)

$35,755

+ Fees

What would You Do to win a FREE CAR? Temecula Nissan is giving away a car!

All you have to do is come down to the dealership and we will video you doing something wild and crazy, unique or funny and we will post it to our Facebook page. The video that gets the most likes by January 5, 2015 at 4:00pm will win the car! For details on this contest, please visit our website: www.temeculanissan.com

The Pedder Auto Group Welcomes Temecula Nissan to the Family!

866-216-2124

41895 Motor Car Pkwy • Temecula, CA 92591

Motor Cayr Parkwa

www.TemeculaNissan.com

79N - Winchester

Ynez Rd

temecula all NeW

Solana Way

Rancho California

The Factory Rebates may not be available on this vehicle if you elect to take advantage of a Special Alternative APR or Special Lease program. NMAC Financing Bonus Cash requires financing through Nissan Motor Acceptance. Some Factory Rebates are California Resident specific and may vary for residents of other states. Prices are plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, $80 documentary fee, $29 electronic registration fee, any emission testing charge and $1.75 per new tire CA state tire fee. Subject to prior sale. Pictures for illustration only. Must take delivery from dealer stock. Offer ends 1/6/15.