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Local LE tackles homelessness with second Homeless Outreach meeting

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Team Home Depot helps Rancho Damacitas with home refurbishing

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The city of Lake Elsinore will hold its second Homeless Outreach Community Coalition meeting Thursday, Feb. 8, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Lake Elsinore Cultural Arts Center, 183 N. Main St., in Lake Elsinore. see page A-2

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Cal Winslow, CEO of Ranch Damacitas Children and Family Services in Temecula, thanks Team Home Depot volunteers and the store for helping refurbish two homes on the ranch that will provide better housing for abused and neglected young mothers and children coming into the program.

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Temecula’s Rancho Damacitas, the site of the nonprofit organization’s newest project for abused and neglected mothers and their children, received a “hands at work,”

effort by members of Team Home Depot who have refurbished two of the four older six-bedroom homes at the ranch in the past two months.

Rancho Damacitas with its history of empowering disadvantaged and challenged youth has now turned its attention at the Tem-

ecula ranch not only to youth, but to young mothers and their children who have faced rough lives suffering from abuse and neglect. They are mothers who are seriously seeking ways to regain their self-esteem and improve their lives not only for themselves but especially for their

toddlers or preschool children.

Bringing welcomed help to the Rancho Damacitas staff is Home Depot who with as many as 75 volunteers from Home Depot stores from Riverside to Temecula

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Parents in Perris torture case are charged, make first court appearance Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin Thursday, Jan. 18, announced charges against two Perris parents accused of torturing at least 12 of their children for years and also released some of the disturbing alleged details associated with the case, including that the parents kept the children chained and padlocked to beds, didn’t allow them to use the bathroom and fed them very little.

David Allen Turpin, 57, and Louise Anna Turpin, 49, were each charged with 12 counts of torture, 12 counts of false imprisonment, seven counts of abusing a dependent adult, and six counts of child abuse or neglect, Hestrin said during a news conference at

the District Attorney’s Office media briefing room in Riverside.

Additionally, David Turpin was charged with one count of committing a lewd act on a child by force, fear or duress.

The Turpins were arraigned Jan. 18, at the courthouse in Riverside and entered “not guilty” pleas to all counts, according to a news release from District Attorney’s Office spokesman John Hall. If convicted as charged, they could each face 94 years to life in prison.

According to Hestrin, all the children were severely malnourished and exhibiting signs of muscle wasting. A 12-year-old victim was the weight of an average 7-yearold. A 29-year-old victim weighed only 82 pounds. He said that several

see PARENTS, page A-4

David and Louise Turpin make their first court appearance in court Thursday, Jan. 18. The two are accused of keeping some of their children chained and padlocked to beds, feeding them very little and only allowing them to shower once a year.

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Members of the community who worked with and became friends with Paul Bandong pray and honor his memory during a vigil held at Town Square Park in Murrieta, Jan. 21.

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Dozens gathered at Town Square in Murrieta Sunday, Jan. 21, to share their memories and thoughts of Valley News’ own Paul Bandong, who died unexpectedly earlier this month.

Visitors to the event passed around a candle and took turns telling stories about Bandong. Some had known him for years, while others had only just met him, but among the tales of his life was a common thread: That Bandong was someone they could truly call a friend.

He was remembered among former colleagues, city officials and members of local charity groups for his wit, warmth, friendship and constant smile.

Valley News Sports Editor J.P. Raineri said he spent “12 years as Paul’s friend.” Raineri shared many

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Lake Elsinore tackles homelessness with second Homeless Outreach Community Coalition meeting Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The city of Lake Elsinore will hold its second Homeless Outreach Community Coalition meeting Thursday, Feb. 8, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Lake Elsinore Cultural Arts Center, 183 N. Main St., in Lake Elsinore.

The purpose of the coalition is to bring the community together to collaborate on how to best serve

the homeless population throughout southwest Riverside County.

“At this next meeting we seek to drill down to the various barriers of homelessness to find out from the audience what and how they address these barriers,” Lake Elsinore Senior Management Analyst Nicole Dailey said. “The hope is to allow collaboration and the sharing of knowledge among all of those who serve and provide assistance to those in need.”

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During the meeting, the coalition hopes to begin to assess available resources and identify gaps in services as well as create and efficient and effective network of resources and agencies, while educating each other in regard to best practices to help those in need.

“In addition, we will be seeking insight from these groups about how the city, their organization and or multiple organizations can come together and what ideas we should consider to address these same challenges such as housing ideas, job training ideas, just to name a few,” Dailey said.

Other issues to be discussed include tackling local challenges related to homelessness such as feeding, housing, behavioral health, addiction and support.

“Finally, we will share what we have discovered and learned in the last three months to help empower these organizations to do more

with less this includes things like fee waivers for ID cards, health care company support and grant opportunities,” Dailey said.

According to Dailey, the city of Lake Elsinore is committed to bringing together all local resources to collaborate and address these challenges.

“Overall, our goal is to be able to help those in need in the right ways at the right time,” she said.

“We want to uncover and overcome common barriers together with those who are working hard day in and day out to make a difference in their lives.”

In the last five months since the city began looking into available options to help the homeless, it has had 25 requests for assistance, Dailey said.

“This is incredible to me,” she said, adding that while statistics are not yet available, the city has been able to help those requesting assis-

tance. “Just this week we placed one 23-year-old male into an emergency shelter, connected him with the military to enlist and providing the help he needed with addiction. He is on his way, and we are hopeful he will continue his journey.”

The city is seeking any interested private, nonprofit, religious organizations, governmental agencies or individuals who are willing to join its efforts to find lasting, real solutions for our area’s homeless by giving them “a hand up rather than a hand out.”

For more information and to RSVP, send an email with the organization’s name and contact information including the type of services specialized in and offered to pio@lake-elsinore.org as soon as possible.

“We expect that many groups will walk away with new ideas and opportunities to break down their barriers,” Dailey said.

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TEMECULA – Bea Taylor, known by thousands of Temeculans as “Mrs. Claus,” died Dec. 17, 2017 of a heart attack while recuperating from a broken ankle in Encinitas.

Bea was 90 years young.

A celebration of her life will be held Feb. 25, 2 p.m. at the Temecula Community Center at 28816 Pujol St., Temecula.

Bea was born Beatrice May Dawson, March 9, 1927, in Ohio.

Her parents Thelma and Frank later moved to Chula Vista, where they built a nursery business. Bea loved to dance and met her first husband, Navy sailor Gardner Wade, at a USO dance. They had two children, Vera and Bruce. The couple divorced, and later Bea met the handsome and tall Robert Taylor at a “Parents Without Partners” dance.

They were married in a simple civil ceremony while the children were in school.

Bea ran a gift store in Torrance for many years while Bob hung wallpaper. They fell in love with Temecula when it was just a two stop-sign town. Bea and Bob eventually moved to Temecula

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Both Bea and Bob were performers at heart. They participated in the local theater where Bea would perform and sing. Bob was often the stage manager. Bea loved to sing and continued to sing to her favorite music throughout her life.

Bea had broken her ankle and was on the mend in a skilled nursing facility in Encinitas when in the early hours of a new day, her heart just stopped. She lived a big beautiful life, filled with love, art, music, dancing, friends and joy.

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and quickly became fixtures as the town greeters. They would dress in period costumes from Temecula’s early days and walk through town greeting visitors while distributing Bob’s hand-drawn maps.

The Taylors were best known as Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Christmas holidays. From the early 1980s until 1997, Bob and Bea greeted thousands of children, posing for pictures and listening to children’s Christmas wishes.

Bea was an accomplished watercolor artist and part of the Temecula Art League. She was often seen at local events selling her paintings.

Bea was a quilter, and quite crafty.

She wove baskets and crocheted items that were donated to new-

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All ages are welcome to learn how to decoupage using fabric scraps to create a one-of-a-kind craft with guidance by story, craft and sewing expert, Cynthia Duran of Sewing Stories.

Jennifer Hernandez, an independent distributor of Herbalife and the owner of Wellness and More, will provide nutritional education

and samples of protein shakes for the event.

The Valentine Celebration is one of several events Community Outreach Ministry puts on throughout the year to help at-risk youth overcome adversity. In addition to summer camp, the youth and their families are invited to an annual Angel Tree Christmas Party.

A free e-waste recycling community collection event is being held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 10-11, at Target Cal Oaks Plaza in Murrieta. Proceeds from the e-waste fundraiser will raise scholarships to send Angel Tree children to summer camp “giving kids a second chance to be winners and champions.”

For more information, visit www. communityoutreachministry.org, call (951) 698-7650 or email info@ communityoutreachministry.org.

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He said there have been many applicants for long-term residency at the ranch, but they must meet certain requirements and most of all, want to be at the facility for themselves and their children. He said Rancho Damacitas where “Kids Soar” is not a handout program.

Meanwhile, Rancho Damacitas Empowerment Village welcomes help from the community and needs baby supplies (0-24 months), toddler and preschool supplies (2-5 years) for both genders, children’s furniture, professional clothing in all sizes and volunteers that can help with painting, a muralist to paint the children’s rooms, baby proofers, and other things like car seats and tricycles.

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“It’s always exciting that the kids can grow up in nice homes and a safe environment,” Kristi Piatkowski, Rancho Damacitas’ director of development, said.

Piatkowski with all but the new carpeting to be installed in the homes Friday, Jan. 19, took a tour of Team Home Depot’s progress on the last home being refurbished by Team Home Depot coordinator and Home Depot Perris store Assistant Manager Paulina Danecy. Home Depot stores forwarded a $17,000 grant and volunteer labor to help Rancho Damacitas, Dancey noted.

Team Home Depot construction captains Billy Lee and Frank Cannuli, from the Temecula Home Depot, were putting the final touches of paint on the walls and baseboards one of the home’s refinished bathrooms. Already installed in the home was a new refrigerator, stove and washer-dryer. Other new appliances were being readied by other team members.

The newly refurbished homes are only one part of the newest Rancho Damacitas “Project Independence” and “Empowerment Village,” especially designed for the abused women and children staying at the ranch.

“The women here today are here because they want to be here,” Cal Winslow, Rancho Damacitas CEO said. “They might break your heart to know of the challenges they were facing before coming here—from abandonment to financial ruin.

They need to look forward to find where they can go.”

“If we can help make the moms strong, we can make the children strong,” he said.

Winslow said the Project Independence that will help disadvantaged young women over 18 with children with stable housing, employment readiness, financial literacy, life and career coaching to get them on their feet and moving toward independent, sustainable adulthood.

Helping the mothers and children stay off the streets and out of foster care is the ranch that is called the empowerment village. They will have continuous help in the next two to three years at the ranch and help in seeking their education,

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City Council to request ‘Menifee’ as default name on all ZIP codes in city Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Following lengthy discussions, the Menifee City Council has instructed city staff to request the United States Postal Service change the city’s four ZIP codes default names to one default Menifee name and to take a closer look at the current recycling collection facilities in the city for possible changes.

A public hearing scheduled on the city’s fire fees was canceled indefinitely at the Tuesday, Jan. 17, city council meeting.

The discussion to change the city’s four ZIP code default names into one “Menifee” default name was spurred by a petition being circulated in the city to put the issue on the ballot. The ZIP code name changes have been a controversial issue since 2008 when Menifee became a city. Currently, there are four ZIP codes in the Menifee city limits. They include 92584, 92585, 92586 and 92587.

Whether mail is addressed to any ZIP code in the city, it will reach the recipient intended, according to the Menifee postmaster. Any ZIP code change USPS makes in the Menifee city limits mailing area, the mail will still be defaulted to be delivered in the Sun City, Menifee, Quail Valley, Romoland or Canyon Lake areas within the city.

The city is proposing to change

A representative from Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors said real estate agents still might be concerned about the names of the locations where new or homes for sale were located, as some locations are preferred over the others.

The discussion led off with a statement read by Mayor Neil Winter, noting several letters he had received threatening to recall him if the council did not take action on the ZIP code changes.

He called the letters an attempt to “blackmail” him and distort the facts. He said the discussion on the ZIP code name change that night was not being held because of the letters, but to factually review any considered changes and who those changes might possibly affect. He said it was his opinion, not the councils’ that the ZIP code discussion “was much ado about nothing.” A petition by the letter writers, concerning Measure DD, the recall and the ZIP code issue, is circulating in the city, the council said.

The other option to change the ZIP code names in the 100 block of each street would cost the city $15,000. This option was rejected by the council.

The council asked the city manager to prepare a letter for the change to be sent to the USPS asking for the suggested change.

The council then moved to a discussion of the city’s recycling main-

those ZIP code names within the city limits to “Menifee,” and not use the other four area names. To clarify the ZIP code request, if a person sends a letter to someone in Sun City and addresses it to Sun City, 92585, the letter will default to Menifee, 92585.

If someone who has always sent a letter to a recipient in Quail Valley, 92587, the letter will default to the Menifee, 92857. Letter writers will not have to changing the addresses in their address books for recipients in Menifee or the other three ZIP codes, according to the USPS. Menifee Postmaster Shane Seitz, appearing before the council, said USPS really never looks at the city names; they only look at the ZIP codes and a secondary number that shows to which neighborhood it should be delivered, whether in Menifee, Canyon Lake, Romoland, Quail Valley or Sun City. Some Menifee city limits ZIP codes overlap the “Canyon Lake” area, as well.

David Montgomery, assistant to the Riverside County Assessor, said the name change would not change the individual property taxes levied on Menifee residents.

Basically, any ZIP code name change in the Menifee city limits will not change the USPS delivery of mail to the proper business or residential recipient or property taxes.

“This is a large discussion of not much,” Councilman John Denver said.

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tenance and operations with a voiced concern about the facilities allegedly drawing the criminal homeless to those locations. It was not a public hearing, but it may become one at a later time.

Currently, there are four recycling collection facilities in Menifee and the Sun City area. They are located at the Stater Brothers Market and Von’s Food and Drug on Sun City Boulevard; the California Ranch Market on state Route 74 and the State Brothers Market on Newport Road.

Three other major stores which recently opened or will be opening soon have applications in for possible recycling collection facilities in what are called “convenience” areas where the state requires some form of recycling collection facility.

Three of the facilities are operated

by RePlanet that have attendants and one is operated by Neill’s Recycling at California Ranch Market. A RePlanet spokesman was at the meeting for the discussion.

The recycling centers offer all residents a place to bring their plastic bottles, glass containers and cans to recoup their California refund value fees. Many homeless, low-income residents and nonprofits collect cast off recycles and turn them in the facilities for refund money.

Several council members said they heard from residents and business owners who claimed the current facilities are attracting more and more homeless and those selling drugs and causing a nuisance at the

locations. The discussion centered on other ways to collect and refund the recyclables that would not encourage homeless gatherings.

The RePlanet representative said the Menifee recycling collection facilities they operated are providing a service mandated by state law and whose operators do not encourage illicit drug dealing around their operations. He said most of those using the facilities are regular tax payers, seeking refunds and caring about the environment.

A sheriff’s department representative said they have not seen a major increase in service calls to the convenience areas served by the recycling facilities.

RePlanet representatives have met with city officials and said they are willing to help the city in solving any problems created by their facilities.

There are several methods of collecting recyclables, the council learned. They include an integrated site configuration with both an attendant and what are called reverse vending machines; the traditional site with an attendant and two rolloff bins; a completely automated reverse vending machine site and a parking lot collection site.

The council requested staff to determine which configuration might be best, with reverse vending machines in particular, to bring the results back to the council and to invite RePlanet and other recycle collection facility representatives to give their input.

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siblings had been abused.

According to Hestrin, the girl had been hatching a plan to escape for roughly two years.

Deputies arrived at the Perris home and officials believe the parents acted quickly to get some of the children unchained. Hestrin said it appears they were able to get an 11-year-old and 14-year-old unchained but that a 22-year-old was still chained down to the bed when deputies entered the home.

Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services arrived to assist the deputies. The children were provided food since they claimed to be starving.

Six juvenile children were taken to the Riverside University Health System for medical examinations and treatment. The seven adult children were taken to Corona Regional Medical Center.

Though they have 13 children, the Turpins were only charged with torturing 12 of them. Hestrin noted that a 2-year-old child appeared to be getting enough to eat so prosecutors opted not to seek a torture charge for that child.

When asked a question of why the Turpins may have neglected and tortured their children, Hestrin said he could not fully answer that.

“As a prosecutor, there are cases that stick with you, that haunt you, and sometimes in this business we’re faced with looking at human depravity, and that’s what we’re looking at here,” he said.

The Riverside University Health System Foundation has opened a support fund for the 13 siblings.

Individual contributions can be made by visiting www.RUHealth. org/foundation or by mail to RUHS Foundation at P.O. Box 9850, Moreno Valley, CA 92552. Corporations, foundations and individuals who need additional details for plans to support the Turpin siblings, contact RUHS Foundation at marketing@ ruhealth.org.

of the victims had cognitive impairments and nerve damage from extreme and prolonged physical abuse.

Investigators believe that the Turpins beat, strangled and chained their children to beds and that the abuse had started many years ago when the family lived near Fort Worth, Texas.

They had lived there for about 17 years before moving to Murrieta in 2010 and to Perris in 2014.

“The abuse and severe neglect intensified over time and intensified as they moved to California,” Hestrin said.

The children were allegedly tied up with ropes until one was able to get out, at which point the parents are believed to have switched to chains and padlocks.

Investigators believe that being chained to the bed was often a form of punishment that would last for weeks or even months.

“One of the reasons for the punishments is that if the children washed their hands above the wrist area, they were accused of playing in the water and were chained up,” Hestrin said.

He said circumstantial evidence suggested that the victims were often not released from their chains to go the bathroom. It appears they were only allowed to shower once a year.

The family was awake often only during the evening hours and slept during the day, he said.

The family had purchased toys the children were not allowed to play with and food they were not allowed to eat.

Hestrin alleged that the Turpins would buy pies, set them out in front of the children but not allow the children to eat them.

According to sheriff’s Sgt. Curt Harris, a 17-year-old girl escaped from the Perris home, located in the 100 block of Muir Woods Road, and called 911 from a cellphone that had been found inside the house. She told investigators that both she and her 12

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Lake Elsinore Campground Rehabilitation Project update provided by city council Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The $10 million Lake Elsinore Campground Rehabilitation Project is continuing on schedule with approximately $5.3 million of improvements completed or underway including the vertical construction of the community hall and check-in administration building.

The Lake Elsinore City Council received an update on the Camp-

ground Rehabilitation Campground Project by assistant city manager Jason Simpson who presented slides of the campground construction work by PlainJoe Studios and staff.

“To date, we have spent approximately $5.2 million,” Simpson said. “The city has been serving in the role of owner-builder for the project using multiple bid sets to accomplish the rehabilitation and installation of improvements.”

He outlined the following im-

provement that have been completed: RV and boat storage facilities; maintenance building; group camping area and related amenities; wet utilities with sewer and water hookups and utilities in process; dry utilities including electricity hookups in process; demolition and rough grading completed; site development underway and ongoing and the community hall and check-in administration building underway and going vertical.

He said for boaters and RV owners the storage area is now available. The footings for the community hall have been installed, along with much of the plumbing completed. The entrance kiosk will soon be finished.

He showed a slide of the entire campground area showing that almost all the old pine trees have been removed after dying from the bark beetle invasion, but they have saved almost all the pecan trees,

except two that will be replaced.

A video slide showed the cost of the projects completed or well underway as of Jan. 9. They include permit fees, architect and engineering, $749,637; site development phase 1, $454,661; vehicle and pedestrian portals, $113,121; grading and site development, $2,252,238 and buildings, community hall, lift station and restrooms, $1,300,237.

Total spent thus far on the project is $5,386,710.

Murrieta adopts changes to its user fee schedule Will Fritz VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Murrieta City council approved some changes to its user fee schedule and delayed other increases until 2019 at its Jan. 16 city council meeting.

As most municipalities do, the city charges for various permits and inspections to offset the cost of providing these services.

A recent review of the city’s fee schedule determined that it was undercharging for some services.

The last time such a review took place was in 2009.

With the new changes, most of

which will go into effect July 2, the majority of the fees will remain roughly the same, with only minor adjustments up or down. But some fees will ultimately see significant increases, though those changes will be delayed until next year.

The fees addressed at the council meeting cover everything from housing development plans to sports field usage.

And the adjustments are just as varied.

The fee for a new housing development plan will go up from about $5,000 to more than $7,000, but the fee for a tentative tract map will drop by nearly the same amount,

Paul Bandong's son Anthony (left) and wife Tammy (right) attend a vigil for members of the community to honor the memory of Paul, Jan. 21.

Shane Gibson photo

from $12,000 to $10,000.

Prices for business license background checks will drop from $282 to $170.

In some cases, entirely new fees will be created. The city will soon charge for tennis court lighting during evening usage at a rate of $7.50 per hour.

In other cases, fees could go up by drastic amounts. Some kinds of commercial projects could see fee hikes from a little less than $3,000 to more than $9,000 – though they would remain below the prices in other nearby cities, which charge thousands more for the same projects.

Still, the potential increases presented by city staff were enough to prompt concern from council members.

“My opinion is that when you go four or five (times) from current to new and say this starts in six months, it sounds like it could possibly cause a systemic shock,” Councilman Rick Gibbs said at the meeting.

But it’s a difficult balance, the council decided, as failing to charge the proper amount would mean drawing from the city’s general fund and preventing the money from being allocated elsewhere.

Fees are required by state law to

be no higher than the actual cost for the city to provide the service.

“If there’s fees that are so much that it is discouraging industrial development or manufacturing or any of those other things, then we wind up never developing that general fund money that balances us out,” Councilman Kelly Seyarto said.

The council voted to delay all fee increases for building and safety of more than four times the current amounts until Jan. 2, 2019.

All other fee increases will go into effect in July. Discussion for fee increases for single-family homes will be delayed until Feb. 6.

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also played basketball with Bandong. He said that as others were stretching or thinking about making their first shot, Bandong would be sweeping the court and getting it ready for people to play.

Bandong was passionate about community events, especially those that would help the area’s youth, Skaggs said.

“He came to me often and would say, ‘Don, what can we do to promote the events here within this community?’ Hence why we’ve seen things such as Miss Marvelous and the Sugar Bowl and those type of events, are because Paul reinforced them and pushed them

and encouraged us to do good for the community,” he said.

Gillian Larson, the creator of the Reality Rally event which raises funds for Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center, recalled similar conversations with Bandong.

“He was constantly trying to do what he could to help us,” Larson said. “He would do interviews. He would ask for good stories. Who could he promote? Who could he talk about?

Tiffany Young, former Animal Friends of the Valleys events coordinator, said she never went to a mixer without Bandong. She said she would attend them with him, and he would know everyone. She said that if a person was involved with a nonprofit, Bandong would be in that person’s corner.

“The community lost its biggest voice,” Young said. “Not that any of us are less special, but there’s not another Paul. I know how much Paul supported nonprofits and every event. He had all of our backs.

I know he had each and every one of your backs.”

When he was not out and about in the community or writing something, Bandong was spending time with his family. Numerous people throughout the event described how Bandong loved his wife Tammy and son Anthony.

Numerous people described Bandong’s positive and caring demeanor.

“He was unique in the respect that he actually cared,” Murrieta Mayor Jonathan Ingram said. “And you could see that – that he was sincere, that he was honest. He loved his family, he loved the news.

Everything about him was good and he represented our community, and our community loved him.”

“He just loved the community and no matter where you were, if he saw you he would always come over and say hi,” Robbie Motter of the National Association of Female Executives said. “You always knew that he truly cared. Like one of you said, he was never about ‘me,’ he was about all of you.”

Former Valley News contractor Carlos Bazan-Canabal described Bandong as a forward-thinking problem solver who never seemed to let things get him down.

“I saw him frustrated, yes, but I never saw him upset, angry,” Bazan-Cabal said. “I never saw him complaining about something.

Instead his words were always of love.”

Valley News Publisher Julie Reeder similarly said that throughout her time working with Bandong, she never saw him get angry or upset. He was always passionate about his role, supportive and looking for ways that he could help at the paper.

“I’m really going to miss my friend,” she said.

Donations can be made to Bandong’s family by texting “PAUL” to (951) 900-3980.

Larson said there will be a tribute to Bandong in the Reality Rally’s 2018 commemorative program.

She asked that people email her with lines about Bandong, thanking him for something that he had done for them. She can be reached at gillian@realityrally.com.

warm memories, including playing basketball with Bandong every Wednesday and chatting with one another in the office.

“Monday mornings were like a ritual,” Raineri said. “He would come in and we would talk sports for like an hour, and then he would check in with everybody, and then he would go up to Fallbrook. It was awesome because it was the same thing every week. And there was so much more than that and he was the man that was always there.”

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Scenic drive to Julian reminds one of Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau Bonnie Martland SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Last week on a drive to Julian, we saw some of the most picturesque and unchanged scenery in Southern California: rocky outcrops, foothills, leafy canopies and tan hills speckled with live oaks and grazing cattle. As we traveled through Aguanga, Oak Grove and Warner Springs, my mind wandered back to 1847, and the Mormon Battalion which traveled the same route in reverse from Warner Springs to Temecula in January that year.

I recently read Lt. Col. Philip St. George Cooke’s report of the battalion’s trek from Santa Fe to San Diego. Commanded by Cooke, their scout and guide was Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau. The Mormon Battalion made its legendary trek under orders from President James Polk during the Mexican-American War. Cooke’s orders were to join Gen. Stephen Watts Kearny’s Army of the West in California and to create the first wagon road into the state as they went. They arrived in Temecula Jan. 24, 1847.

Charbonneau was born at Fort

A memorial stone stands in honor of Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau, scout and guide of the Mormon Battalion in 1847. Courtesy photos

Mandan, North Dakota, to Sacagawea, a Shoshone Indian and her French Canadian husband Toussaint Charbonneau, a member of Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery, Feb. 11, 1805. William Clark recorded the baby’s birth in his journals noting Sacagawea’s prolonged labor and quick delivery after being administered a drink of pulverized rattlesnake rattle and water. After returning to St. Louis

with the Corps of Discovery, Clark offered to take Charbonneau into his care and see to his schooling.

Charbonneau was educated at a Jesuit school in St. Louis and grew up to have an extraordinary life as an explorer, guide, trapper, trader, military scout, magistrate at Mission San Luis Rey, gold prospector and hotel operator. At 18, while working at a trading post, Charbonneau met Prussian Duke Friedrich Paul Wilhelm traveling in America on a natural history expedition. In 1823, Charbonneau accompanied Wilhelm to Wurttemberg and lived at his castle for six years before returning home. While in Europe, he traveled and improved his language skills, speaking French, English, Spanish, German, Shoshone and several other Indian dialects fluently.

From 1833 to 1840, Charbonneau worked for the American Fur company as a fur trader in the Rockies attending rendezvous with some of the West’s most famous mountain men. He also spent several years as a trader with the Plains Indians and conducted exploring expeditions into the West

Shoshone Indian Sacagawea’s son Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau traveled through the Temecula Valley as a guide and scout to the Mormon Battalion in 1847.

for wealthy Europeans. With the onset of the Mexican-American War, Charbonneau’s experience and skill proved invaluable to Kearny who hired him to lead the Mormon Battalion into the West.

Though the war was nearly over when the battalion arrived in California, their arrival in the Temecula Valley proved timely for the local Luiseno Indians who had just suf-

fered numerous casualties at the hands of a band of Cahuilla in what became known as the Temecula Massacre. Battalion members offered defensive support and helped retrieve Luiseno dead before heading on to San Diego.

Charbonneau served as magistrate at Mission San Luis Rey after the war, but he became upset with regulatory constraints and the poor treatment of the native population. He resigned and moved north to Auburn to mine the gold fields. He worked, operating a hotel and successfully mining in the Auburn area for 16 years.

Once the mining played out, he hit the road to search for prosperity elsewhere. While traveling in Oregon, he suffered an accident of some sort, developed pneumonia and died May 16, 1865.

Gerry Nicholas will present Samuel “O.T.” Hackett in person for the Temecula Valley Historical Society, 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the Little Temecula History Center. For more information about the Temecula Valley Historical Society, visit www. temeculavalleyhistoricalsociety. com.

Prescribed burns coming to Inland Empire mountains SAN BERNARDINO – After the previous storm system moved through the area two weeks ago bringing considerable moisture and new grass growth, officials with San Bernardino National Forest are reminding the public of planned ecological restoration efforts using prescribed burning throughout the forest this winter.

The prescribed burns, which will include both broadcast and pile burning, are planned for areas in the San Jacinto and San Bernardino mountains.

“In order to safely defend structures and put firefighters between homes and a wildfire, we need to create defensible space,” Jaime Gamboa, the forest fire management officer, said. “Just like homeowners clearing brush around their homes, we want to clear heavy fuels around communities.”

The timing of prescribed burns de-

pends on a number of factors, including air quality, winds and moisture levels. Those conditions will determine where the first burn in the San Jacinto Mountains will occur. The projects take years of planning. When that planning and the preparations are completed, firefighters must wait for a window of time when conditions are safe for burning.

Numerous projects are ready for the San Jacinto Mountains. A broadcast burn, in which fire is applied to the land within a boundary, is planned for Thomas Mountain near the community of Anza. Three pile burn projects, where trees and shrubs are thinned and piled, are planned for areas around Idyllwild.

As dates for the prescribed burns become clear, the public and media will be notified beforehand through media advisories, the forestry website and social media channels, Twitter and Facebook. Firefighters and

staff will reach out to communities on the ground.

Other prescribed burns for this winter season are planned for areas near Big Bear and Angelus Oaks in the San Bernardino Mountains. Locations and more information can be found by visiting www.fs.usda.gov.

Prescribed burning helps restore ecological functions to the forest. Fire has a natural role in coniferous regions of the San Bernardino National Forest. Caused naturally by lightning, fire has long maintained the health of forests, clearing brush on the forest floor and releasing seeds from pine cones, among other natural processes.

Aggressive firefighting and development within the forest over the past century has allowed fuels to unnaturally build up. That buildup means an overabundance of flammable brush, which can enable wildfire in quickly spreading into the canopy and toward communities and infrastructure. Thin-

ning forested areas helps protect communities and infrastructure.

One of the major ecological functions of the forest is intertwined with millions of Southern Californians.

Overgrown forests decrease the amount of water sent downstream into cities. The San Bernardino National Forest serves a number of watersheds, including the Santa Ana River Watershed. This watershed provides most of the drinking water for over 5 million downstream Southern Californians, according to the Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority. Statewide, national forests provide California with 50 percent of its water.

“When you go through your morning routine – brushing your teeth, taking a shower, making coffee – national forests help make that happen,” Jody Noiron, forest supervisor for San Bernardino National Forest, said. “It’s a forest to faucet story and we need

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The mission of the U.S. Forest Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is to sustain the health, diversity and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world. Public lands the Forest Service manages contribute more than $13 billion to the economy each year through visitor spending alone.

Those same lands provide 20 percent of the nation’s clean water supply, a value estimated at $7.2 billion per year. The agency has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 80 percent of the 850 million forested acres within the U.S., of which 100 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

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Linfield’s Burns leads local players to victory in Riverside Sheriffs’ Association All-star Football Classic JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

CORONA – The Riverside Sheriffs’ Association All-star Football Classic, produced the by 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, Inland Valley Classic (IVC), held its second annual all-star game Saturday, Jan. 20, at Corona High School.

The game featured the top senior prep football players in Riverside County in two big all-star events as the second Annual 215 Football Classic was also held at 5 p.m. the same day, featuring the top senior prep football players who play at “small” schools and/or 8-man football programs.

Ken Muchinskie, head football coach at Ramona High School, served as head coach of the NorthWest Riverside County All-star team and DeChon Burns, head football coach at Linfield Christian School, served as head coach of the southeast Riverside County AllStars team. For the 215 game it was Seth Padgett, head football coach at Santa Rosa Academy High School, that served as head coach of the Riverside County All-star team and Amahl Thomas, head football coach at The Webb Schools, who served as head coach of the San Bernardino County All-stars team.

Coach Thomas and the San Bernardino All-Stars took the victory in the first game of the day, 35-12, and Coach DeChon Burns led his all-stars to a thrilling 17-14 victory.

“This was a great opportunity for players, many of them from small schools,” said Thomas. “Some of our guys have never played in a stadium before, this puts an exclamation mark on their career. Some will go forward and play college ball and the others have a memory to hold on to forever.”

Kelley Coleman of Temecula Valley was named MVP of the Riverside Sheriffs Association high school all-star game and received the scholar-athlete award scholarship. “Feels great to the win for my teammates and it was an honor to be out here, especially with the new guys, making new friends, having bonds for the future.”

Winning coach DeChon Burns said, “It is great for the young men, this is their last high-school football game ever. To see them come together in four days and bond like they did was awesome. These kids were so receptive to our coaching, and really listened, which was refreshing now days.”

During halftime Coach Jeff Steinberg of Rancho Verde was honored as the Fox Sports 1350 AM / Southern California Football Coaches Association “Prep football coach of the Year.” Coach Steinberg was selected by Riverside County coaching peers for the honor. The selection was due in large part to him guiding his Rancho Verde Mustangs to a thrilling CIFSS Division III title. A game won in the closing seconds, thanks to a 37yard field goal that lifted Rancho Verde over St. Francis, 44-42. Fox Sports Radio 1350 also honored the Prep Football – Player of the Year: Hank Bachmeier (QB), who was present to accept the award.

“The outcome is what is, but were really out here to have a good time, and get the kids some exposure. We were a little jittery in the first half, but I’m proud of how they responded in

Kelley Coleman of Temecula Valley High School scored a touchdown in the Riverside Sheriffs Association high school all-star game at Corona High School Saturday, Jan. 20.

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Temecula Valley’s Kelley Coleman was named MVP of the Riverside Sheriffs Association high school all-star game and received the scholarathlete award scholarship.

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the second half,” stated Runner-up Coach Muchinskie. “When I was texting these kids, so many of them were so happy to receive the invitation and were so respectful in how they communicated with me, they didn’t know me at all when this started. They were very humble, it was a great week of practice, I enjoyed it and I know they did as well.”

The Inland Valley Classic is fully invested in the growth of youth sports in the area and this year the organization partnered with the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Riverside Rams Youth Football.

During both all-star games, funds were raised to support youth sports in Riverside County, as well as the Inland Valley Scholarship fund.

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school sports in the Inland Empire,” said game co-coordinator, Brian Arrington of Fox Sports Radio.

“Regardless of what division these fine student-athletes compete within, they deserve to be honored as all-stars.” Fox Sports Radio’s Eddie Talbert, Jr. who also served as the game co-coordinator added, “What I am most proud of, is our ability to give back to Inland Empire youth and prep sports. This year, we were able to award a scholarship to one lucky student-athlete, and donate to a youth sports program at the game.”

Next up is the Inland Valley Hall of Fame Football All-star Classic which will take place Saturday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 p.m. at AB Miller High School.

Head Coach DeChon Burns (Linfield Christian School), pictured here with Fox Sports 1350 AM morning show personalities Brian “Coach B” Arrington and Eddie “Eternal” Talbert, Jr., led the West all-stars to a thrilling 17-14 victory. Fox Sports Radio Courtesy photo

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For Bellator’s Fernando Gonzalez, fight at Pechanga represents something bigger Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Menifee-raised Fernando Gonzalez will be brawling with Riverside’s Lorenz Larkin in the main event of Bellator 193 at Pechanga Resort and Casino’s new 40,000 square foot event center Jan. 26, and said he feels like he’s accomplishing a goal.

“The Menifee Maniac,” 34-year-old Gonzalez, said he remembers driving by billboards advertising fights all the time when he was still in the beginning stages of becoming an MMA fighter.

“Maybe five or six years ago my brother and me were driving by and we said, ‘you know what? we’re going to be on those billboards soon enough,’ and we’re here,” he said.

“We’re on the main event card, so it’s something that I’ve always seen coming and I can’t be more proud or more happy to be able to open up that event center.”

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Gonzalez, known for his style of switching stances and outlasting his opponents, says he feels confident about his fight with Larkin.

“I plan to do the same with Lorenz,” he said. “I’m going to go out there, I’m going to put a pace on him and break his will.”

Gonzalez said he’s been fighting since about the time he was five and said that growing up in Menifee he got into some street fights.

“Pretty much all through school I knew how to fight and I knew how to box,” he said. “And in this area, it’s a lot of wrestling so a lot of my fights were very, very similar to MMA.” Around 15 years ago, Gonzalez was living in Idaho with his dad when he discovered MMA as a sport. “My brother showed me a video of basically the first UFC ever and I saw Royce Gracie win it by takedown and submission and I was like, man, this is amazing because for me I kind of know how to do that,” Gonzalez recalled. “Like I grew up boxing and that was my thing, but I knew how to fight like that because that’s how we actually grew up fighting.”

Driven to become an MMA fighter himself, Gonzalez found a gym in Canyon Lake before later training with UFC’s Chris Brennan at a facility in Wildomar.

He earned the moniker “The Menifee Maniac” when he was late to a practice.

He told a girl at the gym that he had been driving like a maniac down Bundy Canyon Road and when she asked where he was from he told her Menifee.

“She goes, ‘so you’re the Menifee Maniac?’” he recalled. “I was like, ‘oh that’s nice.’”

Gonzalez said the nickname stuck and that’s a good thing, because he really likes it.

“I’m very proud of where I grew up and the way I came up; the way I was raised,” he said. “For me to be able to represent Menifee was huge to me, especially when it came out like that, so I was like, ‘that’s perfect.’”

Gonzalez has won seven of his

Fernando Gonzalez (left), the Menifee Maniac, will be fighting Lorenz Larkin at Pechanga Resort and Courtesy photos Casino Jan. 26.

Riverside’s Lorenz Larkin (left) is no stranger to fighting in the Bellator and will take on Menifee’s Fernando Gonzalez Friday, Jan. 26, at Pechanga Resort and Casino.

last eight fights, something he credits to years of practice.

“It’s one thing to know it, and it’s another to have the muscle condi-

tioning to be able to sustain a fight,” he said. “So, once I was able to do that, now I just kind of go into these fights knowing that they don’t have

that good conditioning yet.”

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ANAHEIM – In front of a sellout crowd of 45,050 fans inside Angel Stadium, Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship, hosted the historical first-ever Triple Crown Event in Anaheim Saturday, Jan. 20, for Round 3 of the 2018 season. The Triple Crown, which was introduced earlier this year, is a three-city showdown starting at Anaheim 2, where both the 250SX and 450SX Classes compete in three Main Events. Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Eli Tomac captured the overall event win at Round 3 of the series.

In the first 8-minute 450SX Class Main Event, Team Honda HRC’s Cole Seely captured the lead on the first lap ahead of Smartop/MotoConcepts Racing’s Justin Brayton while the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC/KTM/WPS ride of Blake Baggett climbed up to third and Tomac was fifth. In the second 12lap Main Event, Tomac captured his first lead and win ahead of Seely and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson. In the third 15-minute Main Event, Anderson ran away with the win, holding on to his points lead, with Tomac in second and Brayton in third. Tomac, who finished 5-1-2, was awarded the overall win with the lowest combined score.

In the first 6-minute 250SX Class Main Event, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Joey Savatgy lead from the start ahead of GEICO Honda’s Christian Craig while the Monster Energy/Yamalube/Star/Yamaha of Mitchell Oldenburg passed up to third by the checkers. In the second 10-minute Main Event, the Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/KTM ride of Murrieta resident Shane McElrath stayed wide-open out front ahead of Savatgy and Craig. In the third 12-minute Main Event, Savatgy remained up front while Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/ Kawasaki’s Adam Cianciarulo held on to second ahead of GEICO Honda’s Chase Sexton in third. Savatgy’s 1-2-1 was good enough for the overall win.

Overall 13 local riders raced this past weekend in Anaheim. For official race results, please visit www.results. amasupercross.com.

450SX Class Results 1. Eli Tomac, Cortez, Colorado, Kawasaki (5-1-2) 2. Cole Seely, Newbury Park, California, Honda (1-2-7) 3. Jason Anderson, Rio Rancho,

New Mexico, Husqvarna (7-3-1) 4. Justin Brayton, Mint Hill, North Carolina, Honda (2-6-3) 5. Weston Peick, Menifee, California, Suzuki (4-9-5) 6. Joshua Grant, Wildomar, California, Kawasaki (6-4-8) 7. Blake Baggett, Grand Terrance, California, KTM (3-10-6) 8. Justin Barcia, Greenville, Florida, Yamaha (8-5-9) 9. Ken Roczen, Clermont, Florida, Honda (11-12-4) 10. Cooper Webb, Newport, North Carolina, Yamaha (10-7-11) 450SX Class Championship Standings 1. Jason Anderson, Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Husqvarna (70) 2. Cole Seely, Newbury Park, California, Honda (59) 3. Justin Barcia, Greenville, Florida, Yamaha (57) 4. Ken Roczen, Clermont, Florida, Honda (56) 5. Weston Peick, Menifee, California, Suzuki (54) 6. Justin Brayton, Mint Hill, North Carolina, Honda (52) 7. Joshua Grant, Wildomar, California, Kawasaki (45) 8. Blake Baggett, Grand Terrance, California, KTM (43) 9. Broc Tickle, Holly, Michigan, KTM (37) 10. Cooper Webb, Newport, North Carolina, Yamaha (37) Western Regional 250SX Class Results 1. Joey Savatgy, Thomasville, Georgia, Kawasaki (1-2-1) 2. Shane McElrath, Canton, North Carolina, KTM (5-1-4) 3. Christian Craig, Orange, California Honda (2-3-5) 4. Adam Cianciarulo, New Smyrna, Florida, Kawasaki (4-5-2) 5. Mitchell Oldenburg, Alvord, Texas, Yamaha (3-6-6) 6. Aaron Plessinger, Hamilton, Ohio, Yamaha (6-4-7) 7. Hayden Mellross, Clermont, Florida, Yamaha (7-10-8) 8. Chase Sexton, Clermont, Florida, Honda (15-8-3) 9. Phillip Nicoletti, Bethel, New York, Suzuki (8-7-11) 10. Justin Hill, Yoncalla, Oregon, Suzuki (11-9-9) Western Regional 250SX Class Championship Standings 1. Joey Savatgy, Thomasville, Georgia, Kawasaki (68)

Shane McElrath, who currently resides in Murrieta, races in the 250sx series at last weekend’s AMA Monster Energy Supercross in Anaheim.

Cooper Webb, a current Menifee resident, placed 10th in the AMA Monster David Canales photos Energy Supercross 450mx series in Anaheim.

Menifee’s Weston Peick took fifth place in 450mx Class at the firstever AMA Monster Energy Supercross Triple Crown event held Jan. 20 at Anaheim’s Angel Stadium.

2. Shane McElrath, Canton, North Carolina, KTM (68) 3. Aaron Plessinger, Hamilton, Ohio, Yamaha (66) 4. Christian Craig, Orange, California Honda (57) 5. Adam Cianciarulo, New Smyrna, Florida, Kawasaki (56) 6. Mitchell Oldenburg, Alvord,

Texas, Yamaha (34) 7. Chase Sexton, Clermont, Florida, Honda (51) 8. Justin Hill, Yoncalla, Oregon, Suzuki (42) 9. Kyle Chisholm, Valrico, Florida, Yamaha (39) 10. Hayden Mellross, Clermont, Florida, Yamaha (34)

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HS Boys’ Basketball: Murrieta Mesa making moves, clip Nighthawks 60-47 JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

With one game to go in the first round of Southwestern League basketball games Murrieta Mesa (18-5) is out in front of the standings with a 4-0 record as the boys look to be on a mission to claim the school’s first ever basketball title. The week began with a huge win for Murrieta Mesa’s Head Coach, Chris Jones, and his Rams, who beat Vista Murrieta for the first time since 2013, 61-54. Murrieta Mesa then wrapped up the week Friday, Jan. 19, with a 60-47 win over Murrieta Valley (714), giving the Rams their longest win streak ever in league.

“I really like the way we are playing on both ends of the court right now,” said Jones. “We are getting closer to that full 32-minute performance that we strive for.”

Against the Nighthawks, Murrieta Mesa responded well in the first quarter when Murrieta Valley jumped ahead 5-3, going on a 14-point run, silencing one side of the packed gym, while the visiting side remained on their feet through the entire quarter. Going into halftime, the Rams had a 20-point lead, but let the Nighthawks get close in the third quarter when Murrieta Valley outscored their neighbors 21-8. A heated fourth quarter sent both sides of the Nighthawks gym

into a craze as the battle went backand-forth through the mid-way point, but Murrieta Mesa prevailed with huge game play from the rotation of players that Jones put on the floor.

Shamar Wright led all scorers for the visiting Rams with 19 points, Giovanni Sanders played a pivotal role late in the game and brought with him 17 points on the night, Lamar Wright had 10 points and Devin Fortune, who grabbed 11 boards and set the new career rebounding record for the Rams, had 7 points. With 298 career rebounds, Fortune, in just his junior year, moved past 2013 graduate, Shane Staton (273) on the leader board.

“13 guys are responding well right now and we hope to continue in this positive direction in the weeks to come,” added Jones.

For the Nighthawks it was senior Andrew Shackelford that led all scorers on the night with 26 points while fellow senior Alex Cartwright brought in 12.

Murrieta Mesa will wrap up the first round of league games at home against their second place counterparts, Temecula Valley (14-7) this week, and the now third place Murrieta Valley Nighthawks will travel to Vista Murrieta (15-6) to face the Broncos. The second and final round of league games for all the Southwestern League teams,

Murrieta Mesa’s Giovanni Sanders (left) goes up against Alex Cartwright (33) of Murrieta Valley for 2 of his 17 points in last week’s Southwestern League match-up.

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before the post season starts, will begin Friday, Jan. 26. Game times are set for 7 p.m.

Temecula’s Community Services Department hosts inaugural 3 vs. 3 basketball tournament

Vista Murrieta (16-2) - 68 Edison (11-9) - 40 VMHS: Kingsley 15, Stoll 11, Jimerson 10, Cooley 8, Rich 6, Willis 6, Lingat 4, Bernardo 3, Acedo 2, Barton 2, Mead 1.

Boys’ Soccer Southwestern League Great Oak (10-4-1, 4-0) - 4 Chaparral (4-9-3) - 0 Goals: Eskridge (GO) 2, Tanner (GO) 1, Guerrero (GO) 1.

Saves: Hurst (GO) 2.

Highlights: William Eskridge and Chase Tanner each had an assist. (Great Oak is 4-0 in league.)

Vista Murrieta (12-2-6, 2-0-2) - 2 Temecula Valley (6-4-4, 1-1-2) - 2 Goals: Chavez (VM), Zazueta (VM).

Saves: Thomas (VM) - 4.

Ambassador League Arrowhead Christian Academy (8-7-2, 7-2) - 1 Linfield Christian (5-10-2, 1-7-1) - 0 Saves: Gibbel (LC) 4.

Girls’ Soccer Ambassador League Arrowhead Christian Academy (10-2-1, 7-11) - 1 Linfield Christian (6-7-2, 5-3) - 0 Goal: Calzaretta (ACA) 1.

Highlight: Taryn Clark (ACA) made an assist.

Southwestern League Temecula Valley (12-6, 4-0) - 3 Murrieta Valley (3-7-5, 0-3-1) - 0 Girls’ Water Polo Sunbelt League Lakeside (14-11, 3-1) - 6 Elsinore (10-7, 2-2) - 5 Goals: Wildey (L) 3.

Saves: Ramirez (L) 7.

Southwestern League Temecula Valley (13-10, 1-1) - 4 Great Oak (18-4, 2-1) - 2 Goals: Johns (GO) 2.

Saves: Leggo (GO) 10.

Murrieta Men’s Golf Club now accepting memberships Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

month at various courses throughout Riverside and northern San Diego counties,” Morrell said. “We also do two-day side trips to Primm and Laughlin, Nevada, along with a number of social activities.”

Members play is held at 20 different courses throughout the area.

For more information, visit www.mmgolfclub.org, or call Bill Brank at (951) 691-8724.

The City of Temecula Community Services Department is hosting its first ever 3 vs. 3 March Madness Basketball Tournament at the Courtesy photo Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park Saturday, March 24.

Registration and tournament information is available at www.

TemeculaCA.gov/Sports. Teams may begin registering as early as Monday, Feb. 1. Team fees are as

follows: Adults (19-29) & Masters (30+) $100 Teens (14-18) $60.

Please call (951) 694-6480 or visit www.TemeculaCA.gov/Sports for more information.

SCORES FROM AROUND THE VALLEY Girls’ Basketball Rancho Verde (16-5) - 60 La Mirada (6-12) - 26 RVHS: San Antonio 14, McGee 13, Mosses 12, Kyles 9, Jones 6, Netterville 3, Williamson 2, Vargas 1.

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The Murrieta Men’s Golf Club is now accepting memberships for 2018.

The Murrieta Men’s Golf Club is an affiliate golf club for men age 40 or older, according to club secretary Ed Morrell.

“We play two or three times a

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TEMECULA – You got game?

Throw together some ballers to come out and show Temecula what you have got! The City of Temecula Community Services Department is hosting the inaugural 3 vs. 3 March Madness Basketball Tournament.

Make a fast break for the Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park (32380 Deer Hollow Way) Saturday, March 24, for what is guaranteed to be a great time. This new annual tournament is double elimination style and consists of ‘three on three’ half-court basketball games with a maximum of four players per team.

Prizes awarded to the first and second place teams in each division and all participants will receive an event T-shirt. A Free Throw Shot Contest will be held for $5 per participant and there will be a DJ playing music at the event. Space is limited, so start rounding up your All-Star Team now!

Devin Fortune (31), pictured here during a practice, took control of Murrieta Mesa’s career rebounding record (298) Friday, Jan. 19, against Murrieta Valley.

Wrestling Raul Huerta Memorial Tournament at Canyon Springs HS Team scores: 1. Sultana 221; 2. Citrus Hill 154.5; 3. La Quinta 139. Other top locals - 7. Yucaipa 121; 8. Paloma Valley 116; 10. San Jacinto 100; 12. Temescal Canyon 98.5; 15. Carter 79.5; 16. Canyon Springs 78; 18. Bloomington 68; 20. Vista Murrieta 57.

106 - 1. Prata (Downey). Local placers - 2. Dixon (Paloma Valley); 3. Schumm (Citrus Hill); 5. Ulloa (Canyon Springs).

113 - 1. Perrigon (Vista). Local placers - 2. Facio (San Jacinto); 4. Smith (Yucaipa); 7. Mejia (Colony); 8. Cruz (Citrus Hill).

120 - 1. Dominguez (Downey). Local placers - 2.

Shalabi (Bloomington); 3. Acosta (Paloma Valley); 6. Spangler (Sultana).

126 - 1. Trumbull (San Marino). Local placers 3. Villegas (Patriot); 4. Beringer (Vista Murrieta); 5. Mendoza (Yucaipa); 8. Garcia (Hemet).

132 - 1. Diaz (Canyon Springs). Other local placers - 2. Miranda (Colton); 3. Blasius (Sultana); 7. Pimental (Rancho Verde).

138 - 1. Wick (San Marino). Local placers - 3.

Loera (Yucaipa); 4. Bollinger (Sultana); 6. Javier (Temescal Canyon); 8. Gonzalez (Moreno Valley).

145 - 1. Lopez (San Marino). Local placers - 2.

Rubio (Carter); 5. Ortiz (Temescal Canyon); 6.

Aguiniga (Sultana); 7. Power (Rim of the World); 8. Rodriguez (Moreno Valley).

152 - 1. Cardenas (Sultana). Other local placers - 2. De Haro (Temescal Canyon); 3. Jensen (Colony); 4. Dourseau (Citrus Hill); 6. Gomez (Paloma Valley); 7. Flores (West Valley).

160 - 1. Magallanes (La Quinta). Local placers - 2. Gallegos (Citrus Hill); 3. Romo (West Valley); 4. Hutchins (Yucaipa); 5. Hernandez (Sultana); 7.

Torquato (Beaumont); 8. Garrido (Bloomington).

170 - 1. Kilgore (Centennial, Las Vegas). Local placers - 2. Wagstaff (Vista Murrieta); 3. Fallah (Damien); 6. Obrian (Temescal Canyon); 8. Maraj (Beaumont).

182 - 1. Persadko (Esperanza). Local placers - 3.

Avila (Bloomington); 5. Flores (Carter); 6. Loera (San Jacinto); 7. Choto (Sultana); 8. Romero (Citrus Hill).

195 - 1. Molina (Sultana). Other local placers - 2. Webster (Paloma Valley); 4. Pettegrew (Citrus Valley); 7. Scina (Yucaipa); 8. Jarrett (Bonita).

220 - 1. Palayo (Indio). Local placers - 3. Cabrera (Paloma Valley); 4. Perez (Sultana); 6. Ojeda (San Jacinto); 7. Cruces (Lakeside).

285 - 1. Gillham (Sultana). Other local placers - 2. Alba (San Jacinto); 3. Rosas (Ramona); 4.

Reising (Citrus Hill); 5. Verdin (Rialto); 6. Awad (Canyon Springs); 7. Hernandez (Beaumont); 8.

Escer (Yucaipa).

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Health care careers highlighted at Mt. San Jacinto College Health Occupations Discovery Camp

High school students learn about various health care professions during the MSJC Health Occupation Discovery Camp in Menifee, Jan. 11.

Instructor Butch Carpenter (left) introduces high school students to MSJC’s EMS program during the Health Occupation Discovery Camp, Jan. 11.

Tahquitz High School students from left, Sierra Williams, Skye Buller and Hailey Woodward, learn about prepping a wound at MSJC’s nursing program during the Health Occupation Discovery Camp in Menifee.

Hemet High School student Tyler Simpson, learns about the basics of nursing during the MSJC Health Occupation Discovery Camp in Menifee.

Instructor Dave King introduces high school students to MSJC’s EMS program during the Health Occupation Discovery Camp.

High school students watch a medevac helicopter take of at the MSJC Menifee campus during the MSJC Health Occupation Discovery Camp, Jan. 11.

Tahquitz High School student Alina Mejia (left), learns about the basics of nursing with MSJC nursing student Ashley Lesmeister (right) during the college’s Health Occupation Discovery Camp in Menifee, Jan. 11.

MSJC ultrasound student Tanya Gonzalez (right), demonstrates ultrasound techniques on West Valley High School student Ruben Ballesteros for observing students at the MSJC Health Occupation Discovery Camp.

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More than 200 students from four local high schools elected to participate in the special two-day

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take blood pressure tests, temperatures, perform a sonogram and do many other tasks expected by nurses and medical technicians under the supervision of MSJC Nursing School Faculty and students in-training.

Other students experienced a little of what an emergency medical technician or paramedic experiences in the field with a model ambulance and its equipment.

A few of the students in-training at the MSJC Nursing School chose to take their nurses and e m e rg e n c y m e d i c a l technician training after learning about the MSJC program in high school.

“It’s truly impactful for students to experi- Heritage High School student Dalina ence a college campus Castaneda, learns how to listen through and explore opportuni- a stethoscope on a simulator during ties within the health the MSJC Health Occupation Discovery profession,” Rehman Camp in Menifee, Jan. 11.

Attar, program manager Shane Gibson photos for the IHPC in a news release. “This will provide them Zografos, Ph.D. R.N., director of with numerous opportunities to the college’s School of Nursing, discover their passion, interact and Joyce Johnson, dean of nursing with professionals, gain guidance and Allied Health.

The camp directly benefits stuand, most importantly, drive these students toward a lifetime of suc- dents from the medically undercess in serving their communities.” served areas of Menifee, Lake It was the second time the col- Elsinore, Hemet and Perris. It is lege and the Inland Health Profes- designed to inspire students to learn sions Coalition have sponsored about various health professions the camp for high school students and is done through the generosity interested in health care careers. of the Perkins Mini Grant and the Supervising the camp was Peter California Careers Pathway Trust.

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Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta opens new NICU LOMA LINDA – Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta has opened its new neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) as part of a comprehensive plan to provide families and their newborns the care and comfort they need throughout the post-delivery process.

The six-bed facility is a Level II NICU, enabling hospital staff to take care of the most common problems that can occur with premature infants born at or after 32 weeks gestation. This care can include short-term mechanical ventilation, treatment for jaundice, help with feeding, or treatment with antibiotics. The unit accepts readmits up to 28 days old for certain diagnoses, including sepsis infection.

LLUMC – Murrieta delivers more than 800 babies each year, with 8-10 percent of those newborns in need of additional special care.

The new NICU offers six private rooms designed to allow parents to stay overnight in the same room as their baby, a unique feature that isn’t currently offered by providers in the area. The rooms mirror

Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta opened its doors Jan. 17 to a new NICU, the first of its kind in the Murrieta community.

The Level II NICU offers six private rooms designed for families to stay overnight with their newborns.

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an open bay concept with three walls and a curtain track in each.

In addition, the state-of-the-art unit offers: lactation support to help ensure high exclusive breast-feeding rates, top perinatal department per patient satisfaction scores, direct access to Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital (LLUCH) and highest levels of expertise, and family-centered care.

“No mother, father or fam-

ily should have to spend a minute away from their child,” said Peter Baker, JD, MBA, administrator of Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta. “Our new NICU will restore the connection between a newborn and their family during a critical time when support is needed the most.”

The hospital currently offers labor and delivery support, a skinto-skin bonding program following

delivery, 24/7 family visits, classes and support groups, and nursery care. The new NICU will be staffed by neonatal experts from LLUCH. LLUMC – Murrieta and LLUCH are part of Loma Linda University Health, a faith-based health system, providing education, training, research and care to the Inland Empire community.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was celebrated Oct. 30, 2017, in honor of the new unit. The ceremony was attended by numerous public officials, with special remarks from California State Senator Jeff Stone, Murrieta Mayor Rick Gibbs and Menifee Mayor Neil Winter.

Kerry Heinrich, JD, CEO of Loma Linda University Medical Center addressed the audience with great excitement as the community of Murrieta welcomed its first NICU. “Our goal, our vision and our dream was to bring Loma Linda University Health physicians and our pediatric expertise with the talented individuals we have in our Children’s Hospital to this community,” said Heinrich.

Guests were also introduced to

the Ridley family, who shared their incredible journey to have their beautiful daughter, Emree. Their daughter was in need of critical care following her birth and experienced the difficulties of traveling back and forth to LLUCH. “Having to travel a significant distance to the hospital increases stress and financial obligations,” said Ryan Ridley, Emree’s father.

“The availability of the new and local NICU in Murrieta is very exciting and will be very beneficial to families in the community in the event where these medical services are needed.”

Families in the Murrieta community will also have the opportunity to experience a dedicated pediatric clinic – coming early next year – that will offer specialty care in pediatric cardiology, urology, neurology and other services.

For more information about the new NICU or other services at Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta, visit murrieta. lomalindahealth.org. Tours of the NICU are available by calling (951) 290-4070.

Doctor suggests 6 unconventional ways to stop snoring ELLICOTT CITY, MD – An estimated 90 million American adults snore, according to sleepfoundation.org, and over half the country – 59 percent – has a partner who snores.

Millions of people are looking for remedies, and after years of unsuccessful tries with more traditional methods, it may be time to try other techniques to stop the sawing of logs. However you go about solving the issue, it’s important to take it seriously and address it in some way.

“Snoring is more than just annoyance,” says Dr. Gene Sambataro, DDS (www.juliandentist. com), author of the book “Stop The Snore.” “There are serious health consequences for ignoring what could be a bigger issue. If you know someone who snores, then you can no longer wait to find out what is going on.”

Sambataro lists interesting and effective ways people can address their snoring: Dental or oral devices The goal of resolving sleepdisordered breathing is to remove the obstruction in the airway.

The tongue is usually the culprit.

One device that can be recommended for the snorer or sleep apnea sufferer is the mandibular advancement device.

“This is one of the most widelyaccepted dental appliances for the treatment of sleep apnea,” said Sambataro. “It’s useful in forcing the lower jaw down and forward slightly. By creating an appliance that is worn at night, an oral physician can help a patient’s jaw carefully and methodically move forward, which automatically moves the base of the tongue out of the back of the throat.”

Use a tennis ball Snoring is almost always worse when you sleep on your back. This causes your tongue to fallback in your throat, which then disrupts your airflow. One solution is to attach a tennis ball to the back of a T-shirt, making it uncomfortable to sleep on your back and forcing you to sleep on your side.

“Eventually, side sleeping should become a habit and you won’t need a tennis ball attached,” Sambataro says.

your chances of snoring.

Do tongue aerobics Muscle weakness within the tongue, mouth, and upper throat may lead to snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Strengthening exercises called myofunctional therapy target the facial muscles used to chew and swallow. Research shows that doing certain facial and tongue exercises every day can reduce

Nose cones These are placed in each nostril to expand the nostrils. This technique has a similar effect as strips, without the irritation of removing them in the morning.

Change your pillows The allergens in your bedroom and in your pillow may contribute to snoring.

“If you feel fine during the day but obstructed at night, these things may be contributing to your snoring,” Sambataro says. “Everyone should evaluate whether your pillows are creating some nasal congestion due to a reaction to the material.”

Nasal sprays When used regularly, sprays can help eliminate any bacteria or

fungus that are mucous-producing and cause obstruction of the nasal airway.

“Be careful not to look for quick fixes,” Sambataro says. “Today’s American society is intent on finding solutions for instant gratification. There are remedies out there – traditional and unconventional – but you should be thorough to remedy what can be a serious problem.”

Dr. Gene A. Sambataro, DDS, FAGD, author of the book “Stop the Snore,” has been a leader in the field of dentistry for more than 35 years. He is the director and clinician at the Julian Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, where he and his team practice integrative holistic dentistry intended to heal the mind, body and spirit, with a special emphasis on treating sleepdisordered breathing issues, like sleep apnea.

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Business Temecula to host second annual TEM Talks event Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

TEM Talks Youth, a public speaking conference for local middle and high school students, will be held 5-8 p.m., March 20, at Temecula Valley High School Golden Bears Theater as some of the brightest young minds in the area will share their ideas. The theme this year is “What we fight for...”

Last year, 10 students from the Western Science Academy, Temecula Valley High School and Great Oak High School discussed their views on researched topics that range from “growing up” to “genetically modified organisms.”

This year, students from Temecula Valley and Great Oak high schools will speak. The conference will have two sessions with a 15-minute intermission between them. Refreshments will be provided, and a reception will be held

Changing corporate culture takes work Andi Simon, Ph.D. SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

at the end for anyone wishing to talk to the speakers.

Notable youth speakers from past TEDxTemecula – Isabella Martinez and Ingrid Adams – and past TEDx speakers Jan Smith, Jerry Hizon and Patrick Murphy have dedicated their time in mentoring the selected speakers and polishing their speeches for the conference.

Hosted by the Great Oak Nationals Honor Society, TEM Talks Youth raises funds for scholarships and International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement exams that allow students to receive college credit. Businesses across the city have contributed to the event, including YESplace and the city of Temecula.

Tickets are available at the door for $10 and children five and under are free, and T-shirts will be sold. For more information, contact the event coordinators at temtalksyouth@gmail.com.

A company’s culture plays a significant role in how successful that company will be over the long haul.

But often as the world and circumstances change that longingrained culture also needs to change – and that’s no easy task.

The challenge is that most people live every day without much thought to the patterns and habits that are guiding their daily business life or even their general life. In a corporate setting, leaders espouse values, beliefs and expectations so people know what to do and how to get it done. Everything is fine until something begins to change and that culture must change, too.

I suggest any business facing the need for a culture change should try these six steps.

First, ask what your culture is now. Think about what you value in terms of six key areas: dominant characteristics, organizational leadership, management of employees, the glue that holds the organization together, strategic

emphases and criteria of success.

Next, ask what it should be tomorrow? Consider what you want your culture to become. Should it be less controlling and more empowering? More results oriented or more collegial? Do rules “rule” or are you open for new ideas and empowered staff members?

Tell a story. With your staff, tell a story about what the culture is now. Let them all create a visualization of how you get things done now.

Visualize tomorrow. What will tomorrow’s culture feel like? How will you get things done? Will people be enabled to make decisions and risk making mistakes?

Frame this with stories. They are how the brain takes data and makes sense out of it.

Also, create pilot experiments.

Through these experiments you can get people to see how the new culture is actually going to feel when they live it. Set up some small win situations for your folks to test it out. Think of this step as if it is improvisation with good rehearsal time. You are asking people to change what they value,

their beliefs and their behaviors.

That’s not easy and it’s full of risk.

Lastly, celebrate successes and experiences. People need symbols, and they need to celebrate and share experiences. You need to seriously think about which rituals you will no longer do and which new ones you will introduce. Be careful, though. Things that didn’t seem important can be very sacred to people when you are taking them away.

When all is said and done, make sure you keep moving it forward.

People will typically tell you how they love something new, but they will quickly revert to the old habits even without knowing it.

Andi Simon, author of “On the Brink: A Fresh Lens to Take Your Business to New Heights,” is a corporate anthropologist, awardwinning author and trained practitioner in Blue Ocean Strategy, www.simonassociates.net. Simon has appeared on “Good Morning America” and has been featured in The Washington Post, Business Week and Forbes, and on Bloomberg Radio. For more information, visit www.andisimon.com.

CHAMBER UPDATE Events and News from your Local Chamber of Commerces - Check Chamber websites for updates & more detailed information Attention Business Owners: This section is intended to provide you with a single location for all the local Chambers of Commerce monthly events. This will be printed the last week of the month for the upcoming month’s events. It will also list all the new Chamber members from the previous month and a message from each Chamber President/Chairperson. Please contact your Valley News Hometown Sales Rep for advertising opportunities on this page.

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3:30-5pm. Open House @ TVCC. How to elevate your membership! Wine tasting, desserts and networking. We want to learn about your business!

8-9:30am. Coffee Connection @ TVCC. Free for all to attend.

9am-4pm. Free Electronic Waste Drop-Off Event @ Promenade Temecula Parking Lot. 12-1:30pm. Power Networking Workshop @ TVCC. Learn tips on how to be an effective networker by overcoming obstacles such as fear of rejection and lack of know-how. Learn about the 4-step process: Preparing, Arriving, Meeting People and FollowUp. This event is free.

9-11am. Professional Development “Marketing: Building Your Brand” @ TVCC. 12-1:30pm. Business Encounter “The New Tax Law” @ TVCC. “THE NEW TAX LAW HOW IT AFFECTS YOUR BUSINESS: THE GOOD & THE BAD” Presented by Robert Rosenstein, The Law Offices of Rosenstein and Associates.

8-9am. Membership Committee Meeting @ TVCC. 9-11am. TVCC and the Inland Empire Small Business Development Center present “Financing Your Startup” @ Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange.

9-11am. Professional Development “Marketing: Branding Beyond Your Logo” @ TVCC. 5:30-7:30pm. Chamber & VYP Mixer @Audi Temecula.

5:30pm-12midnight. TVCC Awards Gala @ Pechanga Resort & Casino. This premier black-tie banquet and awards ceremony of Temecula, with 500 guests in attendance, awards the past year’s achievements for Citizen of the Year; Sterling, Bronze, Gold, and Platinum Businesses of the Year; Service/Charitable Organization of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement Recipient.

12-1pm. Southwest California Legislative Council @ Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors, 26529 Jefferson Avenue, Temecula, CA. 7:30-9:15am. Morning Mixer @ BJ’s Restaurant, 26500 Ynez Road, Temecula, CA

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New Members:

President’s Message:

Stop by the Visitor Center at the Chamber of Commerce office for maps, travel and relocation information, even tips on the best restaurants in the Valley. Located at 615 N. San Jacinto St., Hemet, (951) 658-3211.

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Lake Elsinore Valley CHAMBER OF COMMERCE February Events: Feb 2

• AR Workshop Temecula • Big B’s Plumbing • Down4Hope • Edgar Family Law • Film Southern California Wine Country • Inland Empire Magazine • Italicus Gelato • JIL Group USA, Inc. • Kre8tive Bites • Law Offices of Charles P. Boylston, The • LEAPS Hydro • LifeStream • Luv 2 Play Temecula • Magic Brow Franchise, Inc. • Mind Discovery Center • Murrieta/Temecula Interfaith Council • New Palace Realty • Parties Outta Sight • Picasso Dental Care • PRMG Temecula • ProLawn Turf • Ranch RV & Self-Storage • REACH Air Medical Services/AirMedCare Network • Southern California Addiction Center • Team Markakis Real Estate & Loans • Temecula United Methodist • Tier1 Solar • Unique Pastry Factory • Wongz Donutz

Feb 13 Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 15 Feb 17

12-1pm. Lunch & Learn: Update on the Riverside County Sherriff Department Explorer Program at The Links at Summerly.

12-1:30pm. Lake Elsinore Nooner at Don Jose’s Mexican Restaurant.

11:30am-1:30pm. Student of the Month at Lakeside High School.

8:30-9:30am. Hump Day Morning Mixer at CJ’s Sports Grill & Turf Club.

11:30am-1pm. EWDC Luncheon- City of Lake Elsinore Presents: Homeless Outreach at Diamond Club.

5:30-7pm. After Hours Business Networking Mixer- The Links at Summerly.

6-10pm. 69th Annual Installation Dinner & Awards Ceremony at the Diamond Club.

New Members: • Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector • Prometo Produce • Masterpac • South Pacific Financial • Score 132 West Graham Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (951) 245-8848 www.lakeelsinorechamber.com

Menifee CHAMBER OF COMMERCE February Events: Feb 1

26790 Ynez Courte, Suite A, Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 676-5090 www.temecula.org

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President’s Message:

8am. First Friday Breakfast at Chamber office.

7pm. Black History Month Concert, Diamond Valley Arts Council.

9:30am. Stem Demo Day, Sylvan Learning Center.

San Jacinto Valley Women’s Conference, Soboba Country Club.

7pm. Tribute to Santana, Historic Hemet Theatre.

5:30pm. Chamber Mixer, Golden Era Golf Course.

• Crystal Clear Solutions LLC • Southwest Emergency Medical Service • Appreciation Financial • Century 21- Christine Simonsen • Sprint by Wireless Lifestyle • Kevin Saunders- Realtor • Event Mode LLC

New Members:

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is the voice of local business for 52 years and has diligently fulfilled its mission as the advocate for business excellence. We create, enhance and promote the thriving economic environment in which we work and live. We strive to bring value to our members through Legislative Advocacy, Community Resources, Business and Professional Development, Economic Development, or Members Services. As we head into the holiday season, we would like to encourage everyone to shop local. By supporting local business, you simultaneously create jobs, fund vital city services through sales tax, invest in neighborhood improvement and promote community development. When businesses succeed, everyone benefits! For more information, please visit the TVCC website at www.temecula.org or call (951) 676-5090.

Sincerely, Alice Sullivan, President/CEO

February Events:

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8-9am. Wake Up Menifee hosted by Taylor, Taylor & Associates.

At 29737 New Hub Dr, Suite 201, Menifee.

5:30-7:30pm. February Business Mixer hosted by Michelle’s Place, 27645 Jefferson Ave, Suite 117, Temecula, CA 92590.

12pm. Ribbon Cutting and Open House at Canine Support Teams, 26500 Scott Road, Menifee.

11:30am. February Monthly Lunch at Merna’s Cafe & Grill, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd, Menifee. Topic: City Manager’s Update.

9am-12pm. Inland Empire Small Business Development Center: Internet Marketing Strategies. At Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce. FREE workshop offered at no charge by the City of Menifee. This workshop will cover why and how businesses should use the internet to grow. Topics include: Improving your SEO, Blogging, Using Social Media sites to connect with current and potential customers/clients and partners. Register online at www.iesmallbusiness.com.

12-1pm. Knowledge is Power Luncheon. Bring your lunch and learn with us. Guest speaker: Tobie Love. 29737 New Hub Dr, Suite 201, Menifee, CA. Don’t be busy, be productive. Time management is something that many people struggle with.

29737 New Hub Drive, Suite 102, Menifee, CA 92586 (951) 672-1991 | ceo@menifeevalleychamber.org www.menifeevalleychamber.com

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5:30pm. First Thursday Mixer at SRCAR, 26529 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta CA 92562.

11am. Wild Wing Website Workshop at the Murrieta Chamber office. Come learn how to use the Chambers’ website to your business advantage and nibble on some tasty wings! Sponsored by Buffalo Wild Wings.

11am. Ribbon Cutting at Murrieta Wholesale Outlet, 26145 Jefferson Ave, Suite 302, Murrieta, CA 92562.

12pm. Murrieta/Wildomar Lunch with Friends at 8 Bit Brewing Company, 26755 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562. Everyone purchases their own meal.

7:30am. Networking Breakfast at The Corporate Room, 34846 Monte Vista Dr, Wildomar, CA 92595. $15 for members, $20 for future members. Guest speaker: Mayor Ingram, City of Murrieta.

Must call the chamber to RSVP your space.

4pm. Ribbon Cutting at Homes & Loans Done Right, 25136 Hancock Ave, Suite A, Murrieta, CA 62562.

8:30am. HYPE Up your AM. Tower Bridge International/American International Education Foundation, 25240 Hancock Ave, Suite 330, Murrieta, CA 92562. Please use entrance on east side of bldg.

4pm. Ribbon Cutting at West Coast Exotic Cars, 26175 Jefferson AVe, Suite 200, Murrieta, CA 92562.

12pm. Murrieta/Wildomar Lunch with Friends at Phat N Juicy Chicken & Waffles, 41301 Margarita Road, Temecula, CA 92591.

Everyone purchases their own meal.

4:30pm. Ribbon Cutting at Courtyard by Marriott, 25419 Madison Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562.

8:30am. Power Partners at The Liquid Leaf, 39028 Winchester Road, Suite 109, Murrieta, CA 92563.

Chamber Office closed in observance of Presidents Day. 4pm. Ribbon Cutting at US Health Works, 25285 Madison Ave, Suite 101, Murrieta, CA 92562.

12pm. Murrieta/Wildomar Lunch with Friends at Swamp Daddy BBQ at the chamber office. Everyone purchases their own meal.

9am. Ambassador Meeting (members only) at the Murrieta Chamber office.

12pm. Dual Ribbon Cutting! Arbonne International - Kristy Glaudini & Rhonda Samuels Photography at the Murrieta Chamber.

12pm. Southwest California Legislative Counsel at SRCAR, 26529 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562.

8:30am. Coffee with the City of Murrieta at the Murrieta Chamber office. Join us for coffee with some of Murrieta’s City staff. Bring your questions!

5:30pm. HYPE Social at The Corporate Room, 34846 Monte Vista Drive, Wildomar, CA 92592.

12pm. Murrieta/Wildomar Lunch with Friends at Bellas Pizza Villa, 39621 Los Alamos Rd, Murrieta, CA 92563. Everyone purchases their own meal.

New Members: • AMEC • Arraml Cafe • BBVA Compass • Big B’s Plumbing • Cox Mechanical Inc • Creative Dynamics • Human Strong Fitness • Le Poke • Liberty Tax • Netcinity • New York Life Insurance Company • Nina Collins - Colonial Life • Phoenix Patriot Foundation • Prestige Golf Carts • Prime Lending • Shaklee • The Chef’s Grille • The Creative Bar • The Nevada Hydro Company • The Trailer Zone • T’s Charming Creations • Uptown Jungle Fun Park • Velk Family Dentistry 25125 Madison Avenue, Suite 108, Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 677-7916 | pellis @murrietachamber.org www.murrietachamber.org

Canyon Lake CHAMBER OF COMMERCE President’s Message: “Do you know what the Canyon Lake Towne Center has to offer?” If not, you are missing out!

The Towne Center has many businesses that are here to serve area residents; not just Canyon Lakers, but everyone in the Canyon Lake and surrounding communities. The Chamber would like to encourage everyone to get to know the businesses that are here. They are convenient, offer quality services, products and excel in customer relations.

Please visit our Towne Center today!

– Jim Randle, President Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce 31658 Railroad Canyon Road, Canyon Lake, CA 92587 (951) 244-6124 | canyonlakechamber@outlook.com www.canyonlakechamber.org

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Western Municipal Water District announces 2018 teacher grant recipients

Teachers from school districts within Western Municipal Water District have money for classroom water education thanks to nearly $28,000 in grant funding from the water district.

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RIVERSIDE – Educators in western Riverside County representing grades K-12 received nearly $28,000 in grant funding from Western Municipal Water District to support classroom water education projects.

The grant applications were reviewed by water industry professionals from the region, and 33 teachers were selected as recipients of the 2018 Lois B. Krieger Water Project Grants for Educators. Grant entries were selected based on student engagement, clearly defined goals, benefits to students and others, interdisciplinary approach and budget.

“These grants are one of the ways that Western is helping to

Retirees should look both ways when crossing Wall Street Mario Henry SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Most Americans don’t trust Wall Street, yet many will put the bulk of their retirement savings in the stock market’s hands.

The increasing disappearance of company pensions and the growing popularity of the 401(k) have shifted the retirement-planning paradigm from employer to employee over the last 30 years, pouring billions of dollars into the stock market. Now nearly half of the 127 million American workers who put in at least 35 hours per week participate in 401(k)s.

On the other hand, less than a third of Americans in a recent Bloomberg National Poll said they had a favorable view of Wall Street. The low approval rating, 31 percent, is unchanged since the 2008 financial crisis.

Against this backdrop of cynicism are the vagaries of the stock market itself. Some financial experts think that, given market unpredictability and a less clear financial path to retirement than it was decades ago, leaning on stocks primarily for retirement funds poses a heightened risk.

The ceiling always falls. And whereas pensions provided a measure of stability – set payouts based on a percentage of income – the 401(k) is a huge gamble.

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Pro, about $5 trillion is invested in 401(k) accounts managed by Wall Street, but who’s really benefiting? An individual pays into a personal investment account with no guarantees. Everything points back to people investing in stocks that ultimately make Wall Street wealthier. Too many people who invest their retirement savings in the market aren’t able to retire and prosper.

I have three reasons why taking a retirement road down Wall Street can be bumpy or worse.

First, retirement needs minus a pension equals a pressure to invest. Pensions brought certainty for generations of retirees. Then the economic model shifted dramatically, putting much more of the planning pressure on the employees. We are living in the first generation that largely will be without a pension. People who are in a quiet panic about having enough for retirement are vulnerable to bad investment advice and high fees. Often they get caught up in the idea of a long-term bull market and don’t know about or explore other investment options.

Next, remember the recession? Many people haven’t recovered from the 2008 debacle. It was more than a cautionary tale. It had a huge impact on retirement savings.

Going forward, it’s important to note a 401(k) usually benefits the higher earners because the middle-

and lower-income workers often don’t have the tools to manage their accounts successfully.

Also, fickle or underfunded 401(k)s are poor choices. Many workers aren’t able to put enough into their retirement plans. The ante has gone up with people generally living longer and needing funds for 25 to 30 years or more. Also, it’s impossible to be immune from the risk that the stock market can dive as you approach retirement. And, some people will inevitably make bad investment choices.

I do believe Wall Street has a part to play in someone’s investment portfolio, but to be 100 percent dependent on a system for your retirement saving that isn’t proven to perpetuate your income is not a wise strategy.

Mario Henry, a former National Football League player, is a financial services professional with 18 years of experience in the industry and author of “How to Hire Your House,” an innovative guide on how to create a tax-free pension and sustain sufficient income through retirement. Henry also is a licensed insurance broker and a national motivational speaker. For more information, visit www.cya411.com.

support tomorrow’s water leaders,” WMWD’s General Manager Craig Miller said. “Western is honored to provide classroom funding for projects that encourage water education and supports teachers in making an impact on students in our region.”

Teachers from all disciplines in both public and private K-12 qualifying schools in the Alvord, Corona- Norco, Jurupa, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta and Riverside unified school districts were eligible to apply for a grant for up to $1,000.

“Teachers continue to do more with less and often use their own money to support student learning, and these grants really help them to implement water-related lessons that may not otherwise be

possible,” Miller said.

Founded by Western Municipal Water District in 1995, the grants were inspired and named after local water leader Lois B. Krieger in honor of her immense accomplishments in the water industry.

In addition to the grant program, WMWD also has many educational resources, including the annual “Water is Life” poster art contest, Solar Cup boat building competition, school assembly programs, college scholarships and free online resources.

For more information on Western’s education programs, visit www.wmwd.com.

‘Taste of the Valley & Business Expo’ coming to Hemet Jan. 29 HEMET – Dozens of Hemet and San Jacinto businesses, restaurants, service clubs and medical services will spotlight their goods, wares and services during the annual Hemet San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce “Taste of the Valley & Business Expo” Monday, Jan. 29, at Golden Village Palms RV Resort.

The once a year event will offer visitors a taste of the foods and desserts offered by local restaurants as well as an opportunity to meet the owners and managers of Hemet San Jacinto businesses. Also, on hand will be Hemet and San Jacinto city police and fire department personnel, city officials and Chamber

members with the latest information on what is happening in the communities.

The Taste of the Valley & Business Expo, located at the Golden Village RV Resort, 3600 W. Florida Ave. Jan. 29 will be open free to public from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Entertainment is planned for the event hours.

Visitors will be able to have a taste of some of the finest foods served at the local restaurants and diners.

Contact Yolanda Saenz at (951) 658-3211 Yolanda Saenz, business development representative or see http://hemetsanjacintochamber.com for more information.

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Inland Southern California jumps 24 spots in one year on list of best performing metro areas RIVERSIDE – Inland Southern California shot up 24 spots on the list of “best-performing large cities” in one year due to strong job and wage growth, becoming the 20th best large metropolitan area and outpacing its neighbors to the west in 2017, according to a report by the Milken Institute.

The annual report by the nonprofit Milken Institute Center for Regional Economics looked at job creation, wage gains and technology developments in evaluating the relative growth of metropolitan areas. The Inland region was among the top 10 large metropolitan areas in five-year job growth and one-year wage growth. The region’s overall ranking, which was 44th in 2016, has been climbing since 2014.

Chairman Chuck Washington of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors praised the efforts of both the Riverside County Economic Development Agency and the private sector for helping the economy grow.

“County EDA and others – both public and private – have been working diligently over several years to elevate the overall economic profile of Riverside County,” Washington said. “Results like these are very gratifying and will provide the impetus to step up our efforts to an even greater degree.”

The Milken Institute’s best-performing cities index is an objective method of identifying economic growth in metropolitan areas. The institute said “top-performing metros have cohesive strategies that allow them to leverage their assets more effectively.”

Elsewhere in Southern California, Orange County fell 28 spots to No. 47, and Los Angeles County fell 13 spots to No. 61. San Diego County fell 19 spots to No. 51.

Imperial County, known as the El Centro metropolitan statistical area, appeared on the list of bestperforming small cities at No. 99.

In the case of the Inland region, which covers Riverside and San Bernardino counties and is identified as the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metropolitan statistical area, multiple factors play a part in the area’s strong growth.

The booming housing market is a strong driver for the economy, the report noted. Military employment in the area also provides stable support for the economy, and the region’s role as a logistics hub is strengthened by the opening of new flights between the Ontario International Airport and Asian cities.

The report also took note of the region’s diverse set of industrial sectors, which includes education and health care along with logistics and hospitality. Logistics for retail and e-commerce giants including Amazon, Target and Wal-Mart together employ nearly 25,000 employees in the region.

The region ranked eighth in job growth until 2016; it ranks 23rd.

It ranked 24th in wage growth until 2015; now, it ranks fifth. In short-term job growth, the region ranked 50th from August 2016 until August 2017. The high-tech gross domestic project growth in the region was ranked 79th until 2016; it now ranks 69th. The high-tech gross domestic product concentration was 130th in 2016, and the region ranked 118th in the number of high-tech industries.

The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that aims “to increase global prosperity by advancing collaborative solutions that widen access to capital, create jobs and improve health.”

The full report can be found at www.best-cities.org.

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EDUCATION

Teens learn about firefighting during unique library program

Firefighters from Temecula Fire Station 84 quickly leave the “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation for aspiring teens to respond to a real life emergency call, Jan. 22. The moment was a real world example at what it’s like to be a first responder.

Orange County firefighter and Temecula resident Jim Day, speaks to a group of teens at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library during a “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation, Jan. 22. The presentation was designed to give aspiring teens an idea about some of the necessary steps they need to take in becoming a firefighter.

Temecula Fire Station 84 Head Fire Explorer Trent Bean, arrives at the “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation wearing his gear and turnouts for teens to gain an insight at what it takes to be a firefighter.

Temecula Fire Explorers attend the “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation for aspiring teens at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, Jan. 22.

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Riverside County Reserve Firefighter Mark Wolfe, discusses many of the requirements for becoming a firefighter during the “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, Jan. 22. Wolfe quickly became a seasonal firefighter at 19-years-old because of his determination in completing many of the required training and tests.

Firefighters from Temecula Fire Station 84 attend a “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation for teens interested in becoming a firefighter at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, Jan. 22.

Chaparral High School ninth grade student Noah Harrison (center) listens as firefighters provide insight into what it takes to become a firefighter at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library.

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Firefighters from Temecula Fire Station 84 arrive at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library after responding to an emergency during a “So You Want To Be A Firefighter” presentation, Jan. 22.

A group of teens converged on the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library Monday, Jan. 22, to learn the ins and outs to becoming a firefighter.

About four dozen teens, some with parents in tow, attended the presentation, “So You Want To Be A Firefighter,” put on by the Temecula Public Library Teens to ask questions and gain information on becoming a firefighter.

Firefighters from Temecula Fire Station 84 taught those in attendance how to fight a blaze, how

to respond to an emergency and shared firsthand details on their careers as the youths learned what every day is like for those who choose to fight fires for a living.

The Temecula Public Library Teens put on events of interest to teenagers on a regular basis. for more information like them on Facebook.

For more information on the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, including a full list of upcoming events, visit https://temeculaca. gov/445/Ronald-H-Roberts-Temecula-Public-Library or call (951) 693-8900.

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Entertainment

Beloved Joseph Stein classic, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ comes to Old Town Temecula Theater Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The classic Joseph Stein play, “Fiddler on the Roof,” is now on stage by members of Temecula’s Youth Musical Theater group and director Jennifer Stuart is excited to see her students in action after more than four months of practice.

The show opened Jan. 25.

Stuart said her large group of students, who range in age from 7-17, have been practicing for two hours every Tuesday and Thursday on such things as acting, vocal work and dancing.

They’ve also taken time to learn about the significance of the play, and the roles they’re playing.

“Fiddler on the Roof” follows a poor milkman, Tevye, and his five daughters, who live in a Jewish community in the Russian town of

Anatevka amid rising anti-Semitism. In spite of the way his world is changing, Tevye does much to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values.

Stuart said she comes from a Jewish background, so the Broadway classic bears a special significance for her. However, that’s far from the only reason she gravitated toward it.

“I also think that giving kids the opportunity to do material with meat is really important for their growth and development as actors and as people,” she said. “They can’t always do something light. I need them to be challenged and to learn and to grow.”

One of the ways she’s sought to accomplish that is through small group instruction with some of the play’s leads. During those sessions she’s gone over such things as the relationships between certain char-

acters and the importance of certain scenes.

On segment of the production revolves around a Sabbath dinner. To get the children to understand why that’s important, one of the play’s volunteers set up an actual Sabbath dinner where the play’s leads could try traditional foods and learn more about the dinner in general.

“We had them do a question and answer period where they got to learn about the history and what it really meant, and what those traditions and that culture, and that practice is all about,” Stuart said.

Stuart said one of the most gratifying elements of the play has been seeing everything come together.

She felt that way during a recent practice where the students rehearsed the play in its entirety.

“These kids worked four hours yesterday after a whole day of

OAK GROVE CENTER PRESENTS A BENEFIT FOR ARTS & AUTISM

Temecula’s Youth Musical Theater Group will be performing Joseph Stein’s classic play “Fiddler on the Roof” at the Old Town Temecula Theater now Jennifer Stuart photo through Sunday, Jan. 28.

school and at the very end I was like, ‘that’s it. You’ve made it. Your show’s complete. It’s the first time and that’s it we’re done,’” Stuart said. “And they were just cheering and hugging and that part to me was -- it was just awesome to see that as a teacher.”

Stuart said her students have learned through the process, including the importance of working in a group, being serious during scene and how to “dig deep” to get dramatic moments across to the audience.

“I think they’ve learned how to take a piece from written on a page to an actual final product onstage and that whole process is just a huge learning experience,” she said.

Stuart said the group of youngsters will begin preparing for the stage musical “Bye Bye Birdie” in February, with performances slated for late June and early July.

For more information on “Fiddler on the Roof” or to get tickets, visit the city’s website at https://tickets. temeculatheater.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=1111.

‘Dorland off the Walls’ to come to Temecula Civic Center Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

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Dorland Mountain Art Colony artists and associates will be exhibiting for First Friday’s “Dorland off the Walls 2018” at the Temecula Civic Center, Friday, Feb. 2.

Dorland associate artists are invited to participate in the show, display their work and offer pieces for sale 6-9 p.m. at the Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main Street, in Old Town Temecula, with no fees.

The reception and pop-up exhibit will be the colony’s kick-off welcome gathering for 2018, celebrating a new year of Dorland cultural activities.

Writers and musicians are welcome to share three minute samples of their work, 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., Noreen Ring said. Those wishing to participate must RSVP at members@ dorlandartscolony.org and submit one or two clear photos of their work.

Set up will begin 2-5 p.m. Feb.2.

Ring said the Civic Center has double-sided pegboard easels available for the artists to display their work. Artists must furnish tables for any 3D items.

More Dorland associate artist events and exhibits are planned for 2018 with “Dorland at the Brandon” in July and “Dorland at the Gallery at the Merc” in Temecula in September.

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became a nonprofit agency with the Nature Conservancy in 1979. It is located in the foothills east of Temecula off Highway 79 and offers two programs, a Residency Program and the Associate Artists Program.

The Residency Program provides a secluded working retreat for national and international artists, writers, musicians and composers. Four furnished, secluded artist cottages are available on weekends or weekly with special rates for members.

Thousands of established artists, musicians and writers have stayed at the colony in the past.

The Associate Artists Program was created to benefit local and regional artists. These visual artists, writers, musicians and supporters of the arts meet to discuss, plan and implement activities that support Dorland, the regional arts community and each other. Together, with Dorland’s staff and board of directors, they organize exhibits, readings and music concerts, set up the annual open house festival and contribute to special projects at Dorland.

To learn more about Dorland Mountain Arts Colony, its residency program or associated artists, call (951) 302-3837, visit www. dorlandartscolony.org, email info@ dorlandartscolony.org or send mail to P.O. Box 6, Temecula, CA 92593.

Dorland Mountain Arts Colony is located at 36701 State Route 79 South in Temecula.

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Rock the Oaks to offer versatile array of musical performances Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Bands and artists will be rocking The Bridge Church in Murrieta for a three-part concert event to benefit students at Oak Grove Center, a nonprofit residential and educational facility that aims to help California children with behavior problems and special needs.

Rock the Oaks will take place Friday, Jan. 26, and Saturday, Jan. 27. Proceeds from the two-day event will go to benefit the center’s autism and arts programs, Tiffany Yang, marketing and events coordinator for Oak Grove Center, said.

Performances will be split up over three different time periods; a Friday night, Saturday matinee and Saturday night showcase. The matinee event generally includes performances from Oak Grove’s own students, which Yang said is extremely important.

“It kind of shows people what this benefits and who this benefits -- the Oak Grove performance team and the dance team,” she said.

“Because of this event, we’re able to provide those classes to the Oak Grove residents and students.”

Yang said the event tries to appeal to a wide spectrum of audiophiles and that guests will hear a mix of music, including Broadway hits, country music, pop, classic rock and gospel.

Among the performers will be country-rock band The Ranch Rockers, pianist Kodi Lee, vocalist and performer Marissa Ball and musical theater enthusiast Devynn Owens, among others.

This is the 10th year the event has been put on, she said, and it has changed much over that time period. She said organizers are well-equipped to bring in a big crowd for an event that has grown much over the last several years.

“It used to be a much, much smaller production,” she said.

“Throughout the years it’s grown, which is why are now at The Bridge and we’ve been at The Bridge for a couple of years now because it seats 1,500 people and it has a much better production.”

Tickets for the event are $20 per showcase or $45 to see all three.

For more information on musical acts and ticket prices, visit the Rock the Oaks website at www. smtraininglabs.com/rocktheoaks/.

The Ranch Rockers, a country rock band, takes a selfie onstage at a previous year’s Rock the Oaks event.

The band will be back for this year’s Rock the Oaks.

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National Date Festival and Riverside County Fair comes to Indio in February Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A few weeks away, the 2018 Queen Scherazade will sway to the takht and quan, a priest will bless the date harvest and camels and ostriches will race at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival, Feb.1625, in Indio.

The unique festival of dates will bring hundreds of students from Riverside County to the warmer weather in Indio to show off their pet projects in animal husbandry, landscaping, photography, art, inventions and farming, including local 4-H Club members from Anza and the valleys.

The annual fair and national date festival, located at 82-503 State Route 111 in Indio, promises to provide another star-studded entertainment performance venue that is sure to please everyone, including the traditional nightly Queen Scherazade Musical Pageant and daily camel and ostrich races.

Headlining this years’ entertainment venue is “War,” the popular groove musical group, which is back by popular demand. War will take the stage on opening night, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 16, with “Why can’t we be friends,” “Slippin’ into Darkness” and “Low Rider.”

Country music fans will be waving their hats, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, with platinum award-winning county star Chase Rice. Rice released his highly anticipated sophomore album, “Lions and Lambs,” in November with his song “Three Chords and the Truth” currently climbing in the Top 40 Country charts.

Los Rieieros Del Norte will perform 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 p.m. One of the oldest norteno bands, they will perform many of their hits, including “El Columpio,” “Te Quiero Mucho” and “Amor Prohibido.” The group’s songs often sit at the top of Billboards’ Top Mexican songs chart.

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“Foreigner,” Lou Gramm with band Foghat will take the stage, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 24. Gramm is one of the most successful rock vocalists of the late 1970s and one of Billboards’ Top 100 Artists of All Time for Foreigner hit songs “Slow Ride,” “Fool for the City” and “Third Time Lucky.” Foghat has earned eight gold records, one platinum and one double-platinum record.

The last day of the fair, Sunday, Feb. 25, “Super Fiesta” will pack the house with excitement, performing in the Fantasy Springs Concert Pavilion, 3 p.m., with Los Tequileros de Ramon Jimenez, Banda Pachuco and Carmen Jara.

There will be dozens of other special events and displays open to the fairgoers, including vendors of all types, presentations for cooking with dates, local fruit and vegetable displays, a nightly salute to America, the blessing of the dates and animals, livestock auction, Humpz and Hornz Bull Riding, monster truck races,

Pala’s 60-plus Club, CAVE to host free performance in February PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort will continue its free events series in February, featuring the 60-plus Club 1 p.m. Tuesdays and the underground wine CAVE on weekends. Due to construction of Pala’s $170 million expansion and renovation, no tribute concerts or performances in Luis Rey’s lounge are scheduled. The 60-plus Club will be held in the Pala Events Center.

The free February entertainment schedule includes tribute shows in the 60-plus Club, 1 p.m.

Tuesdays. The Legends, rock ‘n’ roll revue will perform Feb. 6; Kenny Hale, a tribute to Neil Diamond, will play Feb. 13; High Tide, the Beach Boys show, is scheduled Feb. 20 and The Alley Cats, America’s premier doo wop show, rounds out the month, Feb. 27.

The Cave hosts live music 7 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays and 5 p.m. Sundays.

Friends will perform acoustic pop music, Feb. 2-4, and the next weekend, Dove & Reno will play variety and instrumental pieces, Feb. 9-11.

Chris James will play his energy acoustic pop and rock, Friday, Feb. 16, and Sunday, Feb. 18, as Desert Rose performs Spanish classical, Saturday, Feb. 17.

The last weekend of February sees Chris James perform energy acoustic pop and rock, Friday, Feb. 23, and Desert Rose’s Spanish classical music will be heard Feb. 24-25.

Additional shows and events coming to Pala in February include Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 23,

in the events center and Styx, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24, in the events center. Tickets for both events are available at www.startickets.com.

afternoon Outlaw Sprints, music scholarship winners, Santana and other tribute bands, steel drums and of course, lots of carnival fun and rides.

The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is presented

by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio. The gates will be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through Monday

and noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Tickets may be purchased early: $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $8 for youth, $8 each for group tickets or bus tours with a minimum of 25 guests and $22 for unlimited carnival ride wristbands. For more information, call (800) 811-3247 or visit www.datefest.org to buy and print fair tickets at home.

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Enjoy nearly thirty Beatles tunes sung, played, and performed exactly as they were written. Hear Penny Lane with a live trumpet section; experience the beauty of Yesterday with an acoustic guitar and string quartet; and enjoy their rock classics.

TICKETS: 951-587-1536

TemeculaValleySymphony.org VENUE: Golden Bears Theater, TVHS • 31555 Rancho Vista Rd., Temecula

Styx performs in concert, Feb. 24, at Pala PALA – Styx, the legendary rockers who combined hard and pop rock into an international music genre, will perform in concert 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24, in the events center at Pala Casino Spa & Resort.

Styx flashed on the rock scene in the 1970s and has had four consecutive albums certified multiplatinum by the Recording Industry Association of America and 16 Top 40 singles. The band is best known for “Lady,” “Come Sail Away,” “Too Much Time on My Hands” and “Renegade.”

After 14 years, Styx’s sonically sweet 16th studio album and its most ambitious, most challenging and most rewarding album to date, “The Mission,” was released June 16 on the band’s label, Alpha Dog 2T/Ume. It debuted on various Billboard charts, including: No. 6 Top Rock Albums, No. 11 Physical Albums, No. 11 Vinyl Albums, No. 13 Current Albums, No. 14 Billboard Top Albums, No. 16 Retail, No. 17 Mass Merch/NonTraditional, No. 29 Digital Albums and No. 45 Billboard 200, which includes catalog and streaming.

“In the 40th anniversary year of the release of our biggest selling album of all time, ‘Grand Illusion,’ it just seemed truly appropriate to save our new studio album until this year,” founding guitarist James “JY” Young said.

Videos for the singles, “Gone, Gone, Gone,” and “Radio Silence,” can be seen on the band’s official YouTube and Vevo pages, https://UMe.Ink.to/GGGYT and https://youtube.com/ watch?v=2Fcurl8WOuy, respectively.

“The planets truly aligned for ‘The Mission,’ and I couldn’t be prouder,” vocalist and guitarist Tommy Shaw, who co-wrote the album’s storyline with collaborator Will Evankovich of Shaw/Blades, The Guess W h o . “ I t ’s our boldest, most emblematic album since ‘Pieces of Eight.’”

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: ONGOING – Explore Science every Friday night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pennypickle’s Workshop. $5 per person. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org.

ENTERTAINMENT: Now - Jan. 28 – Fiddler on the Roof presented by City of Temecula Youth Musical Theater at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Jan. 26 and 27 – 2 and 7 p.m.

10th Annual Rock the Oaks Live Music Festival benefiting Arts and Autism will be held at The Bridge, 38801 Calistoga Dr. Murrieta. Each show has a unique line up AND Oak Grove’s Dance and Performance team will be taking the stage at the Saturday 2p.m. Matinee. Tickets and Information: https://interland3. donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink. aspx?name=E232316&id=66.

Jan. 26 to Feb. 4 – 7:30 p.m.

“My Old Lady” at the Ramona Hillside Playhouse, 27402 Ramona Bowl Road, Hemet. Friday and Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. $15 reserved seating. $10 opening night.

Information: (951) 658-5300.

Feb. 3 – 7 p.m. Sandii Castleberry at the Diamond Valley Arts Center, 123 N. Harvard St., Hemet. $20 general admission, $15 members, student discount available.

Information and tickets: (951) 652-3822.

Feb. 8-18 – 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Noises Off at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St., Temecula. For showtimes and ticket information, visit https:// temeculaca.gov/temeculatheater.

Feb. 10 – 2 p.m. “Bold & Brassy…Sweet & Sassy” features the various sections of the Temecula Valley Symphony Orchestra at Temecula Valley High School’s Golden Bear Theater. 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula. Information: (951) 587-1536 or visit www.temeculavalleysymphony. org.

ONGOING – 7 p.m. Second Saturday of the month. Speakeasy at the Merc presents live Traditional Jazz of the 20s-40s.

Performances feature the house

band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter, in rotation with prominent southern California Traditional Jazz artists. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Tickets www.tickets. temeculatheater.org.

ONGOING – 7-9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, presented by Gwyn Sanborn. Every first and third Saturday for a live country music show featuring the house band backing up the valley’s hottest country artists. Check the schedule online at www.countryatthemerc. info. A second show will be added at 9 p.m. if first show sells out.

42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov.

ONGOING – 3 p.m. Classics at The Merc. Presented by California Chamber Orchestra association with Temecula Presents. Co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents.

Every second and fourth Sunday afternoon. Features an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music.

42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov.

ONGOING – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, presented by Sherry Williams. Each Thursday (and special performance dates throughout the year). Be treated to a different jazz group in the intimate space known as “The Merc.” 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Now-Feb. 22 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mt. San Jacinto College Art Gallery Exhibit: “Land of Lens” at the San Jacinto Campus Art Gallery Building, #1400, 1499 N. State St. The Mt. San Jacinto College Art Gallery is proud to announce a solo exhibition by David Hendren entitled “Land of Lens.” This new exhibition features larger than life mixed-media figurative abstract sculptures. Hendren has had solo shows at Five Car Garage, Meliksetian/Briggs, Anat Ebgi Gallery, Public Fiction and Kim Light/Light Box. He received an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art and a BFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. This exhibit

is free and open to the public. Information contact John Knuth at jknuth@msjc.edu or (951) 487-3585.

Feb. 10 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Valentine dental assessments, caregivers resources/support services, Nutrition, Craft workshops, face painting and refreshments. All ages welcome regardless of insurance. Wellness and More, 25377 Madison Ave. Ste. 104, Murrieta (across the street from Walmart behind Denny’s). Hosted by Vista Community Clinic, Community Outreach Ministry, and Sewing Stories. Information: info@communityoutreachministry.org or call (951) 698-7650.

Feb. 10- 11 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free E-Waste Recycling Community Collection Event at Target located at 41040 California Oaks Road in Murrieta. TV’s, computers, PC Systems, printers, laptops, copiers, fax machines, scanners, cell phones, whether in full or nonworking condition are all accepted.

Proceeds benefit at-risk summer camp scholarships helping to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy and delinquency in at-risk kids. Hosted

by Community Outreach Ministry, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Information: (951) 698-7650 or send an email to info@communityoutreachministry.org.

ONGOING: Weekly classes at the Hemet Art Association Gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. in Hemet. Tuesdays, Painting with Acrylics (beginners to intermediate) 4:30-7:30 p.m. Information: Paula Squier (805) 341-2707. Thursdays 9 a.m. to noon, Portraits in Oil (all levels).

Cost for class is $15. Information: Jack Roberts (951) 652-3679.

Thursdays 1-4 p.m. Painting in Oil (all levels). Information: Jerry Horn (951) 654-5620. Fridays 1-4 p.m.

Watercolor Painting (beginners to intermediate). Cost for class is $15. Information: Judy Stoh (951) 927-4176. All classes are open to the public.

ONGOING – 8-11 a.m. Fundraising breakfast at Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge No. 2591 to raise money for the Lodge and five Boy Scout units chartered by the Lodge. Third Saturday of each month. Cost $9 for adults and $5 for children under 7.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Feb. 1 – 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Professional Women’s Roundtable Member Showcase “Stories from the Heart” at 8bit Brewing Company 26755 Jefferson Ave., Ste. F in Murrieta. RSVP required. Cost to attend the luncheon meeting is $20 for members and $25 for guests.

Pay online at www.pwronline.org or $25 at the door for all. Information: Annette LaRocque (951) 3006676 or visit www.pwronline.org.

Feb. 6 – 6 p.m. Temecula NAFE at the Bamboo House, 27473 Ynez Road in Temecula. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for guests and then they order their food and pay the restaurant direct. NAFE membership is $39 a year. NAFE has been serving women for over 45 years, RSVP to Robbie Motter at (951) 255-9200 or by email at rmotter@aol.com.

Feb. 13 – 9:30 a.m. The Murrieta Garden club will meet at the Murrieta Community Center located at 41816 Juniper St. in Murrieta. Information: Barb (951) 677-7310 or be email at murrietagardenclub@ yahoo.com. Like us on Facebook.

EVERY THURSDAY – 6-7 p.m. Parent Support Group for parents of young adults battling chemical dependency at Hill Recovery, 41877 Enterprise Circle N. Suite 100, Temecula. Education, intervention tools, peer support, peace of mind. Information: Erin (951) 719-3685 or Kathleen (951) 440-2014. www.hillrecovery.com.

ONGOING - Truth and Tavern Society at the Pitstop in Menifee on the third Sunday of each month.

Come to an atmosphere where people can talk and discuss life’s issues they have. Submit questions through a variety of social media locations, which become the basis for conversations that month. Location allows for people to come and go at their leisure, while being a relaxed and neutral atmosphere to hold conversations. Information www.truthandtavernsociety.com.

ONGOING – Animal Friends of the Valleys needs donations: cat food, dry cat food, wet kitten food, dry small breed dog food, dry dog food, dry senior dog food, dry weight maintenance dog food, wet dog food, cat litter and newspaper.

Donations can be dropped off at Animal Friends of the Valleys, 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar.

ONGOING – Desert Hills Memory Care Education and Connections support group at 25818 Columbia St. Hemet on the second Monday of every month at 10 a.m.

Complimentary respite care will be available for loved ones during these meeting. Open to anyone who would like more support and education while caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or related form of dementia. Information: Chantelle (951) 652-1837.

ONGOING – Sun City Certified Farmers Market is held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in the parking lot of the Menifee United Church of Christ, 26701 McCall Blvd. Vendors offer produce, crafts, food and more. Information: Pamela (951) 491-4111.

ONGOING – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 Sixth Street, Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write.

ONGOING – Parent Support Group available for parents whose children of any age struggle with addiction. Education, Skills, Support. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 43397 Business Park Drive.

Suite D8, Temecula. Information: (951) 775-4000 or info@thecenter4lifechange.com.

ONGOING – Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 hosts Bingo at the lodge each Thursday to raise funds for its charities. Occasionally the lodge arranges for additional Bingo games to help community groups raise funds as well. Located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Information: (951) 674-6804.

ONGOING – The Elks Ladies of Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 Clippendales processes newspaper coupons to send to Kadena Air Base in Okinawa.

Jean Babinski the group which meets the second Tuesday of each month at the lodge at 5 p.m. to cut and process the coupons which are then sent to military families to use at the commissary, PX and other stores where they receive discounts on their purchases.

Music at the Center performances to come in February and March to the Diamond Valley Arts Council in Hemet Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A variety of live musical performances are scheduled to showcase at the improved Diamond Valley Arts Center “Music at The Center” stage in Hemet in February and March. The Diamond Valley Art Center is located in the historic downtown Hemet at 123 N. Harvard Street.

Sandi Castleberry, who plays bluegrass and modern folk music, will perform Saturday, Feb. 3, with the three founding members of “Hot Flash,” a group of female musicians over the age of 50 with a sense of humor, as their choice of band name suggests.

Marshall Hawkins and Seahawk MoJo: Modern Jazz Orchestra will return for Music at the Center Saturday, Feb. 17, for DVAC’s fifth annual Black History Month wine and jazz night. Jazz pianist Marshall Hawkins, mentor and teacher at the Idyllwild School

of Arts, will take listeners on a journey from Africa where music began with the drum and spread through the new world into today’s modern music. Hawkins’ message of music’s unifying power makes this Black History Month celebration one for all ages, races, genders and backgrounds.

In March, Eva and the Vagabonds will take the DVAC Music at the Center stage. The band will perform Saturday, March 3, using their folk and ragtime roots to take the audience on a journey though the music of old town Riverside through modern times. Eva and the Vagabond Tales are a multiinstrumental project centered on the songwriting of Eva Mikhailovna and combines western, old folk and ragtime into a musical melting pot that creates an alluring sound that seems to “transcend time and continents.”

The Steven Ragsdale Quartet will take the DVAC stage Saturday, March 17. The quartet amazed

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crowds in January with their fast and furious sound accompanied by outstanding jazz, rock, pop and classical musicians. Ragsdale is currently a member of several ensembles performing around California, as well as many other side projects and studio sessions with top pop artists, composers, big

bands and orchestras.

Music at the Center Stage tickets may be purchased for $15 general admission and for $10 for DVAC members. Doors for the musical performances open 6:30 p.m., and the shows start 7 p.m. Wine and soft drinks will be available.

The Diamond Valley Arts Coun-

cil is home to many local art shows and exhibits and other special events and are held in the council’s historic brick building in Hemet.

The community is invited to become a member of the Diamond Valley Arts Council. For more information, call (951) 652-3822 or visit www.thedvac.org.

Soul power reigns at Diamond Valley Art Center with Slang and Afrodyete Love performances Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

outstanding art exhibits, comedy nights and choirs through the year. Plays are often performed on A lot of soul power the Center’s colorfully came to life with the lighted stage. performance of “Slang,” The arts center, supa funk, rock and soul ported by the nonprofit band, highlighted with Diamond Valley Arts Afrodyete Love moving Council and its patrons and grooving at the Diasince 2004, is dedicated mond Valley Art Center to advancing the arts – in Hemet Saturday evecreating community. ning, Jan. 20.

The center has a new It was a performance pricing structure in 2018 that kept the audience’s for its regular concerts, feet tapping and heads according to the council. rocking through the eve“Admission prices ning as six-member Slang have been dropped across band with their twin saxothe board by $5. The phones, “scratch” record price reduction, along board, flute, keyboards, with a more varied ofbass, drums and guitar fering of musical genres, came into play with songs is intended to attract a like “Funk Scene” and broader audience within the “Alligator Boogaloo” our community and proand “Soul Power.” vide them with the opporThe evening was not tunity to experience live the usual jazz and rock Afrodyete Love makes the audience move and groove performances in a ‘big performance presented to her funky song at the Diamond Valley Arts Center on the DVAC stage, 123 Saturday, Jan. 20.

Tony Ault photo city’ club setting,” a center representative said.

Harvard Street, in historic Show tickets are now $15 general downtown Hemet, yet the band Jim Brown and Roy Ayers.

Slang band members Chuck admission and $10 for members. brought a standing ovation by those For show schedules, membership attending, inviting a closing Miles Boogie, Chad Williams, Mark Stanley, Matt Wycoff, Miguel opportunities and other information Davis jazzy tribute tune.

Afrodyete Love, sporting an afro Ramirez and Steven Ragsdale about the DVAC, call (951) 652hair style, kept the audience smil- along with guest Afrodyete Love, 3822 or visit www.thedvac.org.

The DVAC center and art galing and getting a bit funky in her will long be remembered on the performances not unlike those seen DVAC stage, voicing their hope to lery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday through Saturday and in the New Orleans and St. Louis return soon.

The DVAC on historic down- for special performances. Doors jazz scenes. Afrodyete Love is no stranger to the Las Vegas, Nevada, town Hemet’s Harvard Street open 6:30 p.m. for Saturday stage and major rock band scene with her entertains almost weekly top jazz, performances. unique form of Funk and sounds of rock and folk bands along with

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Cougar Vineyard & Wine Country Winery puts wines to the test in Events Calendar third annual ‘Cougar Meets Italy’ Friday, Jan. 26

A sunset descends over Cougar Vineyard & Winery shortly before the second evening of Cougar Meets Italy Thursday, Jan. 18.

Tables and place settings are ready for guests at the Cougar Vineyard and Winery.

Musician Don Brennan performs a medley of songs as well as music from the movie “Bottleshock” as guests taste wine and enjoy a four-course dinner at Cougar Vineyard & Winery Jan. 18.

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11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

Noon-2 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Banjo Kyle, Cougar Vineyard and Winery

6-10 p.m.

Salsa Night, Kimba Light, Bel Vino Winery

1-2:30 p.m.

Behind the Scenes Wine Tour, South Coast Winery

3-5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5-7 p.m.

Live music, Robert Simon, at Meritage Restaurant at Callaway Winery

5-8 p.m.

Friday Nights, Masia de la Vinya

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Woody & The Harrelsons, Lorimar Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Bluefish, Miramonte Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, The Ponte Cellar Lounge Saturday, Jan. 27

11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Retroblast, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Natalie Kirkwood, Avensole Winery Patio

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Gil Guillen, Avensole Winery Restaurant

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Vince Mendoza, Masia de La Vinya Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Astra Kelly, Robert Renzoni Vineyards

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Justin Paul Saunders, Fazeli Cellars

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, JD Priest, Danza del Sol Winery

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Ron Freshman, Ponte Winery Restaurant

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Paul & Tawnie, Lorimar Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Missy Anderson, Miramonte Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Jason Weber, Ponte Cellar Lounge

11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Jeff Brinkman, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Harmony Road, Avensole Winery Patio

2-5 p.m.

Live Music, James Holland, Cougar Winery

7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Vineyard Inn

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bubble Brunch Buffet, Wilson Creek Winery

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Brunch Specials at Meritage, Callaway Winery

11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Dog Day Sundays, Carol’s Restaurant at Baily’s Winery

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Live Music, Izon Eden, Robert Renzoni Vineyards

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Live Music, Joe Baldino, Europa Village

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Live Music, Mickie Arnett Trio, Lorimar Winery

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Live Music, Tralian Rox, Danza Del Sol Winery

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Live Music, John & Austin, Fazeli Cellars

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Live Music, Michael LeClerc, Ponte Cellar Lounge

Sunday, Jan. 28

Wineglasses sit ready on the judge’s table at the third annual Cougar Meets Italy Event.

[Above] Judges taste a variety of wines and jot down notes during the third annual Cougar Meets Italy Event at Cougar Vineyard and Winery.

[Left] Cougar staff tally up the results of the Third Annual Cougar Meets Italy event.

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A salad with housemade dressing was among the items served at the event.

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The Italian and American wine worlds collided Thursday night, Jan. 18, as guests at Cougar Vineyard and Winery got to compare and contrast Italian-made wines with their American counterparts.

The only catch? They didn’t know which was which.

That was the setup for the second night of the third annual Cougar Meets Italy event. Guests got to swirl, sniff and sip such varietals as fiano, arneis, montepulciano, negroamaro and primitivo twice: One version of each varietal was produced at Cougar, and one was produced in Italy. The wines were covered with paper bags to be indistinguishable.

The competition is the brainchild of winery owners Rick and Jennifer Buffington, who are big fans of the movie “Bottleshock.” The movie depicts the 1976 Judgement of Paris, in which underdog California wineries in the then little-known Napa Valley wine growing region beat out their French counterparts for both red and white wines.

Similarly, the Cougar Meets Italy event puts the Temecula winery’s vintages to the test – by putting them head to head against their Italian counterparts in a blind tasting.

The event began Wednesday, Jan. 17, with a screening of the movie, starring the late Alan Rickman as Steven Spurrier, a French wine expert who decides to hold the blind tasting in a bid to save his business and also introduce Parisians to wines from elsewhere in the world.

He heads to Napa Valley and is surprised to discover wineries turning out quality vintages that he can

Hearty read meat lasagna was the second in a fourcourse dinner served at the winery Thursday night.

take back to the tasting.

The film, also starring Chris Pine, Bill Pullman and Rachael Taylor, generated laughs and enthusiasm from the audience as they munched on popcorn and sipped a complimentary glass of wine.

Night two marked Cougar’s own rendition of the famed competition.

Using the UC Davis 20-point system, guests and a panel of judges graded Cougar’s wines and their Italian equivalents on such criteria as clarity, acidity, astringency and bouquet. The bottles were covered in paper bags to hide their labels.

Before the tasting, Dr. John Piconi, one of the judges, reminded guests that the two most important determinants of wine’s quality are its taste and its aromas.

Piconi said that it’s important to wait about 30 seconds to a minute after smelling a wine, to smell it again.

“The olfactory nerve has a direct line to the part of your brain filled with emotions and appetites and that has to register,” Piconi said.

“So after about a minute, re-smell the wine and get an idea whether that wine has good aroma or not.”

Some guests were very careful in how they tasted and looked at each wine. Some went as far as turning over their placemats to the white underside and held their glass against that to determine clarity.

Others rolled the wineglass on its side to coat the inside of the glass with the wine and make the wine’s bouquet more potent.

Then came the big reveal. Judges preferred two of Cougar’s wines to Italian wines this year, and they were both reds: the primitivo and negroamaro. It was the first time judges had preferred a red from the winery against an Italian red,

according to Jennifer Buffington.

The audience preferred Cougar for three out of the five wines: the negroamaro, arneis and fiano.

Jennifer Buffington said that winning is great, but the competition has never really been about that.

“I just want to get close to the standard and the standard is the Italians because they’re the ones that are doing the stuff that we’re trying to do here,” she said.

When the competition was over, guests got to enjoy a four-course dinner along with additional tastes of wine to accompany each course.

A salad complete with black olives, tomatoes, peppers and feta cheese was dressed in a homemade Estate Verjus and paired with the Cougar 2016 Arneis.

A hearty red meat sauce lasagna from Mama-n-Papas Pizza Grotto in Vista was served with Cougar’s 2013 Montepulciano.

Hearty cuts of smoked ham and roast beef from Wrangler Barbecue in Escondido were paired with Cougar’s 2015 Estate Primitivo.

For desert, guests were given cannoli that was paired with the limited bottling of the Cougar Negroamaro, both an audience- and judge-preferred wine.

Jennifer Buffington said she’s glad so many people enjoy Cougar’s wines and that some are very reminiscent of what’s found in Italy. She said a lot has gone into that.

“I think the trips over there are helping us figure out some of their styles, and how they make their wines, but it’s also the soil, the teroire, the techniques in the vineyard,” she said. “It’s all that; it all makes a difference.”

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Dining in the Valley

Pinnacle Restaurant announces Valentine’s Day wine dinner and lunch special

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TEMECULA – The Pinnacle Restaurant at Falkner Winery will host a romantic evening with a fourcourse Valentine’s Wine Dinner in their award-winning restaurant in Temecula, Feb. 14. The dinner will include individual wine pairings of Falkner’s best wines with each course in their panoramic, hilltop location. The dinner will also include live entertainment. All food will be prepared under the direction of Executive Chef Jason Barradas.

There will be reservations available for seating at the memorable event from 6 to 9:30 p.m. with a special “early bird” seating at 5:30 p.m.

The meal will begin with a glass of sparkling wine and an appetizer

of seared scallop with mango salsa and avocado crema paired with the “93 Point” rated Falkner 2016 Estate Sauvignon Blanc. The second course will be a choice of either arugula salad with blue cheese, crispy onions and tomatoes tossed in cilantro lime ranch dressing and drizzled with balsamic reduction served with a glass of “92 Point” rated 2016 Viognier or housemade raviolis stuffed with short rib, herbed French cheese and a wild mushroom broth paired with the “96 Point” rated Falkner 2014 Amante- Super Tuscan Red wine.

Entree choices are either charbroiled Angus beef filet mignon served with potato puree, blistered vine ripe tomatoes, roasted cipollini

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onions, sauteed petite carrots and a Falkner red wine demi-glace paired with the “90 Point” rated 2014 Meritage-Bordeaux Style red wine or seasoned and seared Chilean sea bass with creamy polenta, smoky tomato marmalade, wilted bitter greens in a lobster jus paired with the silver-medal winning Falkner 2016 Chardonnay wine. Finally, the dessert is a dark chocolate panna cotta with port and balsamic served with glazed cherries paired with the silver-medal winning 2013 Port.

The price is $99 per person plus tax for the 5:30 p.m. seating and $119 per person plus tax for reservations after 5:30 p.m. Special pricing for Food & Wine club members, spouse and their guests will be $89 per person plus tax at 5:30 p.m. and $109 per person plus tax for all other reservation times. Seating will be limited, so call for reservations.

Because of the high demand, there will be a 48-hour cancellation notice in effect in order to avoid being charged a late cancellation fee.

Additionally, Feb. 9 through Feb. 14, there will also be a Valentine’s Lunch Special in the Pinnacle Restaurant. For $59 plus tax and gratuity for two people, diners will be able to have either one shared appetizer or salad for two; a choice of individual entrees such as honey glazed salmon that is pan seared served with celery root puree, sauteed arugula and bacon topped with apple chutney or charbroiled center cut sirloin served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus and a Falkner Amante wine demiglace and a shared dessert of either Kahlua toffee chocolate cake with whipped cream and white chocolate and raspberry sauce or a strawberry cheesecake with whipped cream and

sliced strawberries. Selected wines will be offered as an option with the special at $7 per glass. This special will be available in addition to the normal menu so make reservations soon.

Diners will enjoy the wonderful and romantic Valentine hilltop ambiance of the Pinnacle.

Falkner Winery is a premier winery in the Temecula Valley Wine Country offering great food, high quality wines, spectacular views and spectacular service. The tasting room is open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with tours available on weekends and by appointment. The restaurant serves lunch daily, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pinnacle reservations and other information is available by calling (951) 676-8231, ext. 4, or online under Restaurant Reservations at www.falknerwinery.com.

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Education

Murrieta Chamber of Commerce announces December Students of the Month MURRIETA – The Murrieta Chamber of Commerce announced the six seniors chosen as Student of the Month, Dec. 13, including Brendan Stratton of Murrieta Mesa High; Zachary Thomas of Springs Charter School; Kaitlyn Carpenter of Murrieta Canyon Academy; Amber Newman of Calvary Christian High School; Taylor Shimono of Murrieta Valley High School and Parker Ennis of Vista Murrieta High School.

Sally Myers, the founder of the Student of the Month program, with Murrieta Valley Unified School District board members Linda Lunn and Ken Dickson; Murrieta Superintendent Pat Kelley; John Hunneman, communications director for Sen. Jeff Stone; Murrieta Mayor Jonathan Ingram and Mary Walters, the school district’s executive director of secondary education were on hand, presenting awards and gifts to the students.

Stratton is an outstanding student who maintains a 4.17 GPA while taking five advanced placement classes. He is involved in the Fish and Game Club, Astronomy Club, an environmental conservancy club and the Interact Club, where he helped put on the school’s annual Share the Harvest event. He is also a member of California Scholarship Federation. Stratton is humble, polite and courteous, a leader who loves helping others learn. Stratton loves learning, and he plans to become a teacher. He has applied to Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford, Yale, Princeton and Columbia University.

Thomas is an exemplary student who maintains straight As. He started out as a volunteer member of Menifee’s youth advisory board, and he now works for the city of

The Murrieta Chamber of Commerce announced the six seniors chosen as Student of the Month, Dec. 13, including Brendan Stratton of Murrieta Mesa High; Zachary Thomas of Springs Charter School; Kaitlyn Carpenter of Murrieta Canyon Academy; Amber Newman of Calvary Christian High School; Taylor Shimono of Murrieta Valley High School and Parker Ennis of Vista Murrieta High School. Sally Myers, SOM founder; Linda Lunn, Murrieta Valley Unified School District board member; John Hunneman, communications director for Sen. Jeff Stone; Jonathan Ingram, mayor of Murrieta; Ken Dickson, MVUSD board member, Mary Walters, MVUSD executive director of secondary education and SOM master of ceremonies and Pat Kelley, MVUSD superintendent, attended.

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Menifee. Thomas is known for his kindness and compassion, and he has a great work ethic. Thomas said the biggest life lesson he has learned is that hard work pays off. In addition to completing his last year of high school, Thomas is also taking classes at Mt. San Jacinto College. By the time he graduates, he will have completed seven college courses. Zach plans to go to California Baptist University and major in sports medicine.

Carpenter has a heart for helping other people, and she is a ray of sunshine in spite of experiencing the loss of a parent. She is mature, conscientious and resilient. Car-

the college level. After breaking her elbow three times, Newman realized she had to give up that dream. At that point, she turned to God to help her find a new future.

Newman joined the cross country and soccer teams, and she became editor of the yearbook. Newman is a kind and caring person, and she goes out of her way to encourage and build others up. Newman plans to attend California Baptist University or California State University Fullerton to study kinesiology. She is interested in becoming a teacher.

Shimono has never received less than an A in any class in high school, and she maintains a 4.45 GPA. She has taken 11 AP classes and is ranked third in her class of 596 students. She is also a fouryear member of the lacrosse and golf teams, a member of National Honor Society and Commissioner of Activities. Shimono is also a runner, and she recently completed her second Ragnar team relay race.

Shimono is a tenacious and fearless individual, but she is also a kind, compassionate, caring, well-

penter helped start the leadership program and Rise Up Club at her school, and she will complete her senior year at the end of the first semester. Carpenter said losing a parent is not easy, but it made her stronger and it made her the person she is today. Carpenter draws on her own loss to comfort others who are facing difficulties in life. She plans to go to Royale Beauty School, and she looks forward to working as a cosmetologist.

Newman is a competitor when it comes to grades and athletics. She maintains an outstanding 4.0 GPA, and she was a talented softball player who dreamed of playing at

rounded and humble person who doesn’t seek the spotlight. Shimono hopes to attend Stanford, University of California Los Angeles or University of California Davis, and she plans to major in biomedical engineering.

Ennis is an outstanding scholarathlete who is a leader in JROTC, a member of Associated Student Body and a member of the lacrosse team. Ennis loves learning, and he has taken nine AP classes. He has served as Vista Murrieta’s student representative to the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board of Education for three years. Ennis is also an Eagle Scout. He hopes to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy and serve his country in the military as an intelligence officer or civilian affairs officer.

To learn more about the Student of the Month Program, contact founder Sally A. Myers at (951) 506-8024. To sponsor the Student of the Month program, contact Chairperson LouEllen Ficke at (951) 719-1213.

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Cummings makes fall 2017 academic achievement list at Georgia Southwestern State University AMERICUS, Ga. – Tamara Cummings of Murrieta made the fall 2017 academic achievement list at Georgia Southwestern State University and was among 600 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

To be eligible for the Academic Achievement List, a student must previously earn at least 12 credit

hours, be enrolled in three to 11 hours of courses and earn a 3.5 or higher GPA. Georgia Southwestern State University, located in Americus, Georgia, is a public, four-year unit of the University System of Georgia with more than 3,000 students. Georgia Southwestern State University offers outstanding professional pro-

grams of study as well as degrees in the arts, humanities, sciences and graduate programs in business, computer science, education, English and nursing. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southwestern State University is recognized as one of the best value small colleges in the nation. Visit www.gsw.edu for more information.

Students graduate from Azusa Pacific University AZUSA – The following students graduated from Azusa Pacific University Saturday, Dec. 16, and joined approximately 1,300 graduates at the winter commencement ceremonies.

Sophia Nalty of Menifee earned a bachelor’s degree in global studies.

Sarah Gutting of Murrieta graduated with a Bachelor of Science in nursing.

From Temecula, Hannah Briones graduated with a Bachelor of Science in nursing, and Madison Mason earned a bachelor’s degree in communication studies.

Sara Montgomery of Sun City earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design.

Azusa Pacific University is an evangelical Christian university committed to “God First” and

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With 61 bachelor’s degrees, 40 master’s degrees, 17 certificates, 11 credentials, eight doctoral programs and four associate degrees, the university offers its more than 10,000 students a quality education on campus, online and at seven regional centers throughout Southern California.

Megan Holmes named to president’s honor list at McNeese State University LAKE CHARLES, La. – Megan E. Holmes of Wildomar has been named to the president’s honor list for the fall 2017 semester at McNeese State University.

To be on the president’s honor list, an undergraduate student must

earn at least a 3.5 GPA or better while carrying at least 15 semester hours. A senior eligible for graduation but carrying less than 15 hours also qualifies provided that student was on the president’s honor list the previous semester.

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Mitchel Foster named to dean’s list at University of Memphis MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Mitchel Clark Foster of Temecula was named to the dean’s list at the University of Memphis for the fall 2017 semester.

The dean’s list is composed of students who have earned 12 or more hours in either the fall or spring semester with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale for that semester.

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Remodeling a space can be a major project, but with the right help, resources and information, you can make your dream home come to Courtesy photo fruition.

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As a homeowner, there is nearly always a laundry list of projects with time and budget constraints when it comes to a home remodel.

This step-by-step guide from the experts at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) can help ensure you get the maximum return on your investment and make the most of your remodel.

Step 1 - Identify reasons for remodeling Deciding whether to undertake simple aesthetic changes or a full remodel can be difficult. One of the best ways to decide is to figure out why you are remodeling in the first place, whether it’s to make your new house feel more like home or to update a 1950s-era kitchen.

Step 2 - Set your budget Every home is unique in structure, age, quality and craftsmanship, which all impact the price of a remodel. Since no one can see through walls before demolition, the quote you receive will likely not be 100 percent accurate. However, a qualified remodeling company will be open and honest about the issues and challenges it might face

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during the process. Account for these adjustments by planning for any surprises with a 10 percent cushion, just in case.

Step 3 - Hire the right team To help ensure you find the right company for the job, you should do your research. Referrals from friends and family are one way to find a remodeler. National associations like NARI provide unbiased information and resources that can help you find qualified, certified remodelers in your area. With more than 6,000 members, the organization represents professional remodelers who adhere to a strict code of ethics. Many hold certifications in remodeling, kitchen and bath design and lead carpentry. Find more information and resources at NARI.org.

Step 4 - Understand the plan Communication is key in a successful remodeling project. Keep the lines of communication open between you, the remodeling contractor and the work crew. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Let them know your family’s schedule and whether you have pets confined somewhere. Make sure to specify the best way to reach you, such as phone, in person or email, and how

Contractors often provide guarantees of workmanship, so find out what they cover and for how long then include this information in your work agreement.

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often you wish to communicate with your remodeling contractor about your project.

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Step 5 - Complete the project While the dust is settling and the remodel is almost finished, take a moment to walk through your project and note any adjustments that need to be made while the contractor is still on-site. Contractors often provide guarantees of workmanship, so find out what they

cover and for how long then include this information in your work agreement. You should also take another look at the contract and confirm you have signed permits, receipts, change orders, lien waivers, warranties and manufacturers’

guides at your disposal.

Remodeling a space can be a major project, but with the right help, resources and information, you can make your dream home come to fruition.

Market at a glance (As of Jan. 22, 2018) No of Homes Sold Inventory of Properties Listed

TEMECULA

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

SAN JACINTO

31

31

5

10

7

20

3

29

8

(254) 263

(312) 320

(74)

80

(169) 181

81

(99) 107

(80) 104

(335) 346

(96) 98

Average Selling Price

$426,133

$419,200

$388,800

$355,799

(81)

$269,078

$324,130

$220,254

$218,758

$266,580

Average List Price

$827,028

$763,177

$449,931

$404,249

$652,553

$447,845

$319,500

$280,808

$306,625

Median List Price

$579,000

$488,900

$427,495

$394,900

$560,000

$400,000

$319,500

$262,449

$273,876

Asking Price per Square Foot

$231

$190

$173

$177

$226

$174

$179

$156

$154

Average Days on Market

114

115

114

71

104

61

66

88

133

Most Expensive Listing

$6,500,000

$9,990,000

$3,000,000

$1,459,900

2,880,000

$3,200,000

$570,000

2,800,000

$3,150,000

Least Expensive Listing

$330,000

$175,000

$205,000

$140,000

$169,000

$240,000

$173,000

$49,900

$51,900

Average Age of Listing

20

19

22

19

30

14

29

37

32

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

33%

3500%

31%

33%

31%

31%

31%

23%

15%

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

17%

13%

15%

12%

9%

9%

6%

10%

7%

% of Flip properties (price increase)

5%

6%

11%

6%

7%

10%

7%

7%

7%

2809

2894

2416

2200

2413

2450

1714

1570

1750

Median House Size (sq ft)

8,001-10,000

6,501-8,000

8001-10,000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

Median Number of Bedrooms

Median Lot Size (sq ft)

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

3.0

3.0

3.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.0

3.0

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.0

2.0

2.0

Seller (42.5)

Seller (42.5)

Seller (42.4)

Seller (50.2)

Seller (51.5)

Market Action Index*

Seller (43.3) Seller (36.2)

Seller (41.6) Seller (46.6)

*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer.

Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 01/22/18. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of1/22/18 Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

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List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 148 closed transactions for 1/15/18 through 1/21/18.

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Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Aguanga

42740 Wildwood Lane

$267,000

1785

2BR

2BA

1

43697 Horn Toad Road

$705,000

3283

4BR

3BA

288

39084 Howard Road

$275,000

1980

4BR

2BA

37071 Tripp Flats Road

$665,000

2507

3BR

23801 Lodge Drive

$155,000

620

22121 San Joaquin Drive

$385,000

2074

23138 Blue Bird Drive

$419,000

22394 Canyon Club Drive

Anza Canyon Lake

Hemet

Lake Elsinore

Days on Market

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Murrieta 26529 Jefferson Ave.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Menifee

26448 Mallory Court

$357,299

1575

3BR

2BA

25881 Baltrustrol Drive

$240,000

1514

2BR

2BA

28

27895 Doreen Drive

$297,250

1498

3BR

3BA

3BA

117

26230 FOXGROVE

$260,000

1786

3BR

2BR

1BA

35

30122 Snow Peak Court

$384,000

2196

3BR

3BA

10

29159 Black Meadow Court

$410,500

2730

2094

3BR

3BA

74

25010 Nativity Lane

$431,000

$248,900

1055

2BR

2BA

66

26170 San Quintin Road

23138 Blue Bird Dr

$419,000

2094

3BR

3BA

74

22084 San Joaquin Drive

$679,999

3580

5BR

5BA

52

23150 Pretty Doe

$535,650

2889

4BR

3BA

1754 Burr Oak Way

$131,000

1344

2BR

1525 Carlotta Drive

$88,000

1392

2BR

411 Panorama Drive

$185,000

1752

2BR

25524 Sharp Drive

$174,900

1628

724 La Jolla Ave

$224,000

658 Kerilyn Lane

$215,000

724 La Jolla Avenue

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

5

Murrieta

34870 Midland Avenue

$569,980

3529

5BR

4BA

159

4

San Jacinto

261 Lipizzan Dr

$296,140

1704

4BR

2BA

1

6

262 Lipizzan Dr

$343,800

2526

5BR

3BA

0

2BA

4

342 Santo Drive

$148,700

944

2BR

1BA

19

4BR

3BA

21

263 La Paloma Avenue

$112,000

1440

2BR

2BA

14

4BR

3BA

5

212 Lipizzan Dr

$350,000

2526

5BR

3BA

53

2196

4BR

3BA

4

1989 Echo Road

$335,000

2311

4BR

3BA

0

$205,000

1248

2BR

2BA

7

1865 Rosemont Circle

$287,000

1855

4BR

3BA

30

25193 Silverwood Lane

$350,000

1997

3BR

3BA

18

1336 Bristol Court

$260,000

1702

3BR

3BA

39

29320 El Presidio Lane

$375,000

2425

4BR

3BA

17

27560 Connie Way

$237,888

845

12BR

1BA

9

128

29070 Heaton Lane

$402,000

3263

5BR

4BA

23

26331 Chambers Avenue

$217,875

1393

2BR

2BA

61

2BA

9

26900 Augusta Drive

$150,000

1066

2BR

2BA

40

26896 Oakmont Drive

$205,000

1442

2BR

2BA

138

2BA

11

29641 Desert Terrace Drive

$360,000

1488

3BR

2BA

28

31260 Taylor Lane

$260,000

1101

2BR

2BA

4

2BA

5

28956 Almondwood Court

$480,000

2785

4BR

3BA

6

30128 Pechanga Drive

$365,000

1289

3BR

3BA

2

2BR

3BA

7

27325 Uppercrest Court

$245,000

1224

3BR

2BA

44

42155 Calabria Drive

$360,000

1985

4BR

3BA

32

1149

3BR

2BA

15

28150 Highwood Court

$465,000

2228

3BR

2BA

68

40027 Portsmouth

$440,000

2202

3BR

3BA

26

1200

2BR

2BA

10

29258 Murrieta Road

$140,000

940

2BR

1BA

50

27460 Bolandra Court

$421,000

2178

4BR

3BA

4

$224,000

1149

3BR

2BA

13

24374 Paseo Vivora

$235,900

1568

3BR

2BA

90

31950 Via Saltio

$555,000

2693

4BR

3BA

5

40274 Poppy Drive

$250,000

1204

3BR

2BA

1

31986 Eaton Lane

$379,663

1575

4BR

2BA

63

45655 Honeysuckle Ct

$470,300

2851

4BR

3BA

20

8260 Singh Court

$425,000

2665

3BR

2BA

9

29844 Warm Sands Drive

$314,999

1814

3BR

2BA

129

45655 Honeysuckle Court

$470,300

2851

4BR

3BA

20

742 Alondra Drive

$18,200

1166

2BR

2BA

14

39566 Corte Gata

$455,000

2280

4BR

3BA

3

29691 Nightcrest Circle

$435,000

1901

4BR

3BA

9

25136 Sansome Street

$225,000

1502

4BR

2BA

11

24455 Oakridge Circle

$374,900

1370

3BR

2BA

11

33924 Tuscan Creek Way

$564,000

3335

5BR

3BA

4

801 Santa Teresa Way

$115,000

1440

2BR

2BA

22

34233 Gloriosa Place

$423,000

2422

5BR

3BA

3

30066 Laurel Creek Dr

$377,500

1629

3BR

3BA

5

25205 Jutland Drive

$251,000

1454

4BR

2BA

5

24333 Via Las Junitas

$365,000

1541

3BR

3BA

5

44649 La Paz Road

$249,000

980

2BR

2BA

6

1158 Sapphire Place

$215,000

1652

3BR

3BA

13

31960 Serrento Drive

$451,000

3165

4BR

3BA

6

43871 Brookhaven Court

$505,000

3136

4BR

3BA

11

41161 Orange Place

$249,000

1353

3BR

2BA

16

25758 Palermo Court

$425,000

2500

4BR

3BA

9

31184 Strawberry Tree Lane

$283,000

1104

2BR

2BA

12

5533 Corte Ruiz

$301,000

1782

2BR

2BA

17

39941 Ranchwood Drive

$379,900

1560

3BR

2BA

8

32274 Corte Illora

$396,500

1594

3BR

2BA

30

3054 Greengable Lane

$304,000

2808

4BR

3BA

30

39530 Sunrose

$340,000

1080

3BR

2BA

3

42104 Humber Drive

$427,500

2604

5BR

3BA

19

43350 Nita Circle

$205,000

1440

2BR

2BA

12

41934 Black Mountain

$450,000

3270

5BR

3BA

19

31036 Skyline Drive

$555,900

2816

4BR

4BA

4

30166 San Jacinto Street

$269,900

1200

3BR

2BA

54

27223 Tube Rose St

$525,000

3282

4BR

3BA

12

46220 Timbermine Lane

$425,000

2156

4BR

3BA

5

5543 Corte Ruiz

$265,000

1782

2BR

2BA

62

37450 Summit Park Circle

$364,250

1682

3BR

2BA

10

32396 Magee Lane

$529,990

2456

4BR

3BA

1

41055 Calle Orilla

$307,000

1100

3BR

2BA

69

40260 Corte Delfin

$367,400

1648

3BR

2BA

27

32384 Magee Lane

$508,990

2554

4BR

3BA

1

43404 Avenida Miraflores

$215,000

1697

4BR

2BA

62

35433 Summerholly Lane

$437,000

3083

4BR

4BA

30

31864 Calle Luz

$405,000

1734

3BR

3BA

41

665 De Soto Drive

$125,000

1344

2BR

2BA

41

27629 Graystone Lane

$422,900

2467

4BR

3BA

16

45521 Olympic Way

$445,000

2602

4BR

3BA

28

25636 Sharp Drive

$170,000

1628

2BR

3BA

64

38330 Camino Cinife

$305,000

1632

2BR

2BA

6

34253 Mazarine Drive

$655,000

3794

5BR

4BA

40

2876 La Paz Avenue

$197,000

1216

2BR

2BA

46

26860 Desert Locust Street

$680,000

4065

5BR

5BA

25

39497 June Road

$385,900

1471

3BR

3BA

60

440 Panorama Dr

$185,000

1707

2BR

2BA

44

30455 Summerside Street

$425,000

2160

4BR

3BA

19

42585 Remora Street

$380,000

1444

3BR

2BA

7

201 Eagle Lane

$328,000

2024

2BR

2BA

79

36142 Coffee Tree Place

$500,000

2431

4BR

2BA

43

28836 Laurel Lane

$420,750

1921

4BR

3BA

102

1570 Red Clover Lane

$317,000

2746

5BR

4BA

138

24548 Via Las Laderas

$386,000

1842

3BR

3BA

33

31870 Calle Redondela

$433,000

2572

3BR

3BA

118

24800 Wendell Drive

$165,000

1152

2BR

2BA

63

34765 Southwood Avenue

$387,000

2212

3BR

3BA

18

40174 Medford Road

$431,000

2336

4BR

3BA

100

15064 Christina Court

$375,000

2004

4BR

3BA

10

30961 Golden Aster Ct

$386,000

2944

4BR

4BA

45

29760 Via La Vida

$340,500

1477

3BR

2BA

35

53196 Beales Street

$369,500

2867

5BR

3BA

10

39894 Falcon Way

$395,000

1900

4BR

3BA

69

31004 El Osito Court

$485,000

2071

4BR

3BA

126

3350 Juniper Circle

$346,000

1941

3BR

2BA

22

37932 Amberleaf Court

$418,900

2180

4BR

3BA

75

29474 Cara Way

$230,000

1155

2BR

3BA

111

29313 Centerfield

$372,000

1856

3BR

2BA

38

40951 Morning Glory Drive

$360,000

2625

4BR

3BA

51

22916 Charles Street

$365,000

1581

3BR

2BA

12

4074 Tamarind Ridge

$425,990

2537

5BR

3BA

34

24052 Chatenay Lane

$420,000

2046

5BR

2BA

64

35674 Bovard Street

$420,000

3507

5BR

5BA

28

29357 Fall Classic

$375,000

1739

4BR

2BA

10

23872 Corte Emerado

$355,000

1912

3BR

3BA

63

22170 Hunters Run Court

$370,000

1715

3BR

2BA

33

32366 Lakeview Terrace

$437,000

1664

3BR

2BA

98

24799 Oakhurst Court

$305,000

1217

3BR

2BA

105

23100 Wing Elm Circle

$365,000

2015

3BR

2BA

54

150 Lakeshore Drive

$124,500

800

2BR

2BA

123

29702 Killean Court

$520,000

3908

5BR

4BA

26

33286 Willow Tree Lane

$424,000

2330

4BR

3BA

23

28586 Brookview Lane

$388,000

2424

4BR

3BA

112

39580 Currant Court

$356,000

1352

3BR

2BA

91

29 Villa Valtelena

$345,000

2589

4BR

3BA

305

37158 High Vista Drive

$446,000

3677

5BR

3BA

151

Murrieta

Sun City

Temecula

Wildomar

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Stalled projects can make life at home difficult, and homeowners may feel helpless with regard to getting a project back on course. But there are ways for homeowners to

get stalled projects back on course.

Start off on solid financial footing It’s important that homeowners who want to upgrade their homes enter the home improvement process with a realistic grasp of their finances. Many home improvement projects stall when homeowners run out of money. Homeowners can avoid such unfortunate situations by only beginning a project they know they can afford. Whether funding a project with a loan or savings or a combination of both, homeowners

should make an honest assessment of what they can afford to commit to a given project. If the amount of money available does not add up to the estimated cost of the project, delay the project now or you might be facing a stalled project down the road.

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project. In addition to money, time or lack thereof, is often the culprit behind stalled projects. Homeowners with full-time jobs, families or both may not be able to find the time to complete a job in a timely fashion. If the project has been stuck in neutral and no sudden windfall of free time is on the horizon, start contacting contractors to finish the job for you.

Ask for help There’s no shame in asking for help to complete a project. Some homeowners may underestimate the scope of a project until it’s too late. Asking family, friends or neighbors for help might be the only way to get a stalled project back on track. Certain home improvement projects may not require advanced skills, and even friends or family with little or no home improvement experience can pitch in to complete such projects. When more advanced projects stall, homeowners may want to hire contractors to complete the work. If budgets have not left much room for hiring a contractor, homeowners can perform some of the labor on their own.

Be mindful of permits Some home improvement projects require permits, and these permits often have expiration dates.

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Unforeseen complications can compromise project timelines, and some homeowners may find their projects stuck in neutral.

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mind when projects start to stall, recognizing that they may need to reapply for permits if projects go unfinished for especially long periods of time.

Stalled home improvement projects can be a nightmare. But homeowners can address such delays in various ways to get projects back on track.

Fair Housing Act offers a patchwork of unequal protection SAN DIEGO – The U.S. Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision ruled in 2015 that a fundamental right to marry is guaranteed to same-sex couples; however, the right of same sexcouples to rent or purchase a home is not a specific right protected under federal law.

The federal Fair Housing Act, bans discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, national origin, familial status, gender and disability, but does not specifically include sexual orientation and gender identity or expression as prohibited bases. Recently, voters in the city of Houston rejected the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance that would have banned housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.

Against this backdrop, a recent study demonstrated that same-sex couples experience less favorable treatment than heterosexual couples in the online rental housing market.

While the federal government bans housing discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender expression and gender identity only in government-operated housing, states and cities across of the country have had to enact specific laws that ban housing discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons because the federal Fair Housing Act does not grant specific protections to LGBT persons.

Currently, a same-sex couple can marry but can still be denied the opportunity to purchase or rent a home together because of the unequal protection of fair housing rights for LGBT persons under federal law.

However, California specifically bans housing discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.

For more information, call The Legal Aid Society of San Diego at (844) 449-3500 or visit www. lassd.org.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden

How to sell a home contingent on finding another an offer and hope it is accepted, before going over that property with a fine-tooth comb.

Buyers and sellers spend money on the home inspection, applying for a loan and more. It is difficult and emotional work that only becomes worthwhile at the end. But a buyer who agrees to a contingency never knows if they have actually purchased a home because of the contingency clause.

It takes a unique kind of individual to agree to such terms, and it is easy to imagine this type of contingency working in only rare circumstances. If the home was in extremely high demand, for instance, the seller might be able to find someone willing to go to the trouble. If the home is not something truly exceptional, however, selling on this type of contingency will almost surely drive buyers away. When buying a home, it is quite common to have a due diligence period of a couple of weeks to get everything in order. The buyer will be spending quite a few dollars to make it happen.

In hiring a home inspector, buyers can expect to spend around $500 depending on the inspector and all the types of inspections they do.

Some of the more common inspections that take place during the home buying process include septic, water, mold and roof, in addition to a general home building inspection.

In applying for a mortgage loan, a buyer can expect to pay another few hundred dollars and maybe more on getting the mortgage application and the lender required appraisal.

Imagine standing in the buyer’s shoes, and it becomes fairly easy to understand why this type of selling contingency is frowned upon by agents. It makes an already stressful situation unworkable and is something to avoid. Subject to the seller finding replacement housing clauses increase the odds dramatically of finding the best buyer for the home.

For the vast majority of buyers who are out looking at real estate, they are probably coming from one of two scenarios. Either they have their current home under agreement or they have been renting.

In both circumstances, they more

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When real estate agents are looking at homes for their clients and see the language in the listing that says “subject to the seller finding replacement housing,” many will push delete. It’s typically, a turn-off for everyone involved, except the seller.

Selling a home contingent on finding another may seem like a great idea on the surface. The seller puts their home up for sale but makes it clear that it can only sell if they successfully purchase another home before the sale finalizes. Unfortunately, while this arrangement may prevent the seller from going homeless, it can also prevent them from finding a quality buyer. Selling a home contingent on finding another can backfire quickly, making it increasingly difficult to sell the house.

There is a surprising amount of leeway in how to sell a home, at least theoretically. Selling a home contingent on finding another property to buy means that if the seller fails to find a home for whatever reason, the sale does not go through.

The buyer keeps their money, and the seller keeps their home; however, just because something can be done, does not mean it should be done.

Keep in mind that unreasonable demands are likely to send buyers looking elsewhere. Selling a house with this kind of contingency is not terribly reasonable and has no benefits for the buyer. It is the exact opposite of buying a home contingent on selling the one already owned, which is not terribly reasonable either. Attempting to put unreasonable contingencies into real estate contracts rarely works.

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Next, these contingency clauses are not a good way to do business.

Selling a home is a business transaction. Sellers need to think like a businessperson if they want to get the best results in this situation.

Good business trades value for value – both parties feel like they benefit from the transaction and both walk away happy. The problem with selling a home contingent on finding another is that it focuses completely on the sellers needs and ignores the needs of the buyer.

In this type of market, plenty of other sellers are willing to be more attentive and offer a win-win scenario. Realtors and the buyers they represent will naturally steer clear of a property when they perceive it to be troublesome or difficult.

Even if the buyer is unaware of the challenges presented as a seller, their real estate agent will speak up long before any deal is made. All of the expenses listed above may be necessary, but they might as well go toward a relatively sure thing.

Will a seller be able to find an agent who will agree to list the home under their terms of selling contingent on finding another property? Absolutely without question they will. There are some real estate agents that won’t give a second thought about doing anything a seller asks them as long as it’s not breaking the law. This willingness doesn’t mean it is a smart thing to

do. A great real estate agent is going to go over all the pros and cons of the “subject to selling a home contingent on finding another” clause inserted in the multiple listing service.

More than likely the agent who says nothing and just agrees to doing whatever the seller wants doesn’t really care if the home sells or not. They are desperate for business and a way to make their phone ring. If they don’t sell the home, it doesn’t matter because they are using the property as a way to get buyer leads from the internet, sign calls and other forms of real estate marketing. They can then just go and sell other homes from the additional business the listing has generated.

It’s bad for the sale.

Being seen as unreasonable can have lasting damage to a listing and create somewhat of a domino effect. The more buyers and realtors come to avoid a property the more of a stigma it will develop. It will stay on the market longer, and the seller will be viewed as someone who does not really want to sell.

This stigma can result in low ball offers and sometimes no offers at all. Eventually the seller will have to take the listing down or sell for a price lower than what they would have gotten in more favorable circumstances.

Creating barriers to a sale is almost as bad as overpricing a home.

The longer a home remains on the market the greater the chance of getting lower offers.

Lastly, focus on the long game.

Just because a home sells before the owners have bought another one does not mean they will become homeless. If the seller needs

to wait until the home sells before buying another, they can still figure something out. Some sellers move in with family or friends for a while before they find the perfect house, while others may decide to rent. Remember, especially those that have owned for a long time, renting is not the end of the world, especially with long-term plans in place.

Buying the next house should be something that they spend time on and consider carefully. Arranging for temporary living quarters can give sellers time to do the looking and shopping around necessary to find what they really want. They are not the only seller in this situation. Discuss options with each real estate agent interviewed to find out what other people in that situation have done. The real estate agent may have some excellent options in mind. Act fairly quickly during the transition period to get everything settled well, but plenty before have done it. In the end, the seller will become the buyer with the home they want and the sale completed.

Hopefully, sellers have come to the conclusion that selling a home contingent on finding another home is not the best way to approach buying and selling real estate.

Call (951) 296-8887 and get the information you needed to make an informed, educated sound decision.

Questions regarding available inventory and/or other real estate matters please contact, Mike@ GoTakeAction.com. Mike Mason, Realtor® / Broker / Owner of MASON Real Estate. LIC: 01483044, Temecula Valley resident for 30+ years. 2011-2017 Board of Director Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors.

Entrepreneur magazine names Weichert Real Estate Affiliates a top U.S. franchise for 14th straight year MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. – Weichert Real Estate Affiliates continues to be recognized as one of America’s top franchise opportunities after being named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 39th annual 2018 “Franchise 500” list. It marks the 14th consecutive year that Weichert has received this highly sought-after honor from Entrepreneur magazine.

Entrepreneur received more than 1,000 applications for this year’s “Franchise 500” list, making it one of the company’s most competitive rankings ever. Weichert was ranked the No. 3 traditional real estate franchise and the No. 4 company overall in the real estate category

by Entrepreneur magazine.

This year’s full list appears in the January/February 2018 issue of Entrepreneur magazine and can be viewed at www.entrepreneur. com/franchise500.

“We are once again honored to be recognized on this prestigious list,” Bill Scavone, president and chief operating officer of Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, said. “The strength, stability and growth of the Weichert franchise system, combined with the hard work and dedication put forth by our national network of affiliates has helped make us a fixture on the world’s most comprehensive franchising ranking list for almost a decade and a half.”

The Entrepreneur ranking comes out the same time as another prestigious honor for Weichert Real Estate Affiliates. The brand was named one of the top franchises in the U.S.

by Franchise Business Review in

its “2018 Best of the Best: Top 200 Franchises” list, which was also released in January 2018. The annual “Top 200 Franchises” list is the only ranking based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance.

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates entered the franchise arena in 2001 as a company of Weichert Realtors, opening its first affiliated office in January 2002. In 2005, it was identified among Entrepreneur’s “Top 10 New Franchises” as one of the fastest growing U.S. franchises and was the only real estate organization to be included.

This year’s Entrepreneur “Franchise 500” rankings encompassed hundreds of companies, spread across 17 categories. Rankings are determined by objective, quantifiable measures of a franchise’s operations and include factors such as financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system, years in business, social media presence and startup costs.

More information about Weichert Real Estate Affiliates can be found at www.weichertfranchise.com or by calling (877) 533-9007.

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates has grown steadily since Jim Weichert, president, chairman and CEO of Weichert Companies, launched the company’s franchise division in 2001. The affiliate division was created to offer a business model for franchisee ownership candidates described as “a clearly defined operating system for marketing and managing a real estate business.”

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates an-

nounced its first affiliate in 2002, was ranked as one of the top traditional residential real estate franchises in Entrepreneur’s 2018 Franchise 500 and was identified in 2018

by Franchise Business Review as one of the top U.S. franchises for owner satisfaction. Weichert Real Estate Affiliates has offices serving over 300 markets in 39 states. For more information about Weichert, visit www.Weichert.com or for information on franchise opportunities visit www.WeichertFranchise.com.

Since 1969, Weichert Realtors has grown from a single office into one of the nation’s leading providers of homeownership services by putting its customers first. A family of full-service real estate and financial services companies, Weichert helps customers buy and sell both residential and commercial real estate, and streamlines the delivery of mortgages and home and title insurance. Weichert leverages its customer website, www.weichert. com, one of the most visited real estate websites in the nation, to help families and individuals realize the dream of homeownership through quick and easy access to listing information and the services of its real estate professionals nationwide.

Like other family-owned and -operated businesses, Weichert enjoys greater public trust according to several national surveys. For more information, Weichert’s customer service center can be reached at (800) 872-7653.

Each Weichert franchised office is independently owned and operated.

Avison Young brokers $1.75-million sale of a fully occupied three-tenant industrial condo in Murrieta SAN DIEGO – Avison Young, the world’s fastest-growing commercial real estate services firm, announced that it has brokered the $1.75-million sale of a fully occupied, three-tenant, 13,797-squarefoot industrial condo in Murrieta.

Avison Young principal Stan Nowak and associate Cody Lerner, who are based in the company’s San Diego office, represented the seller, an entity of the property’s largest tenant, Pump it Up, which has signed a new five-year lease. The buyer, an Orange County-based private investor, was represented by Evergreen Realty. The transaction closed at a 6.13 percent cap rate.

“This industrial condo offered the buyer great tenants, an asset valued below replacement cost and ease of management,” Nowak said.

“Avison Young was able to sell the property at full asking price and

Pump It Up in Murrieta sold its industrial condo to an Orange-county based investor, with the help of Avison Young and Evergreen Realty.

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help the seller meet its investment goals.”

“Now more than ever, Southern California buyers are looking to inland markets like Murrieta for investment opportunities, as they present higher returns than coastal areas on comparable quality assets,” Lerner said.

Built in 2005 and situated on

.32 acres at 41785 Elm Street, the property features 18-foot ceilings and eight truck bays. In addition to Pump It Up, which occupies 70 percent of the industrial condo, the two remaining tenants include Walk Off Athletics and Electronic Design Solutions. The condo is part of a larger building that totals 34,791 square feet.

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Laundry room renovation ideas TEMECULA – Even the smallest washer and dryer space can seem like a luxury to former apartment dwellers or those who have never enjoyed the benefit of a dedicated laundry area as the benefits of dedicated laundry rooms abound. However, disorganized laundry rooms can nullify such benefits.

Depending on the needs and preferences of each homeowner, laundry room designs can be customized for convenience. The following are suggestions.

Employ vertical space Floor space may be at a premium in a laundry room, especially for those who want to devote as much space as possible to bulk-size washer and dryer units. Therefore, utilizing

wall space is key. Use shelving, wire racks, hooks and other organizational tools to store items on the wall. Shelves can be tucked into just about any space, and there are different options that can fit into corners or shallow areas. These are a great option for keeping detergent or other laundry essentials nearby.

Clean designs reduce clutter Simple, clean designs can be an asset in a laundry room. If budget and space permits, cabinetry built into the design will help keep items out of sight in the laundry room. Cabinets hung directly above the appliances can store detergent, bleach and fabric softener. Use cabinets elsewhere in the room as catch-alls for cleaning supplies used in various other rooms

around the house.

Incorporate a sink in the design Some older laundry room setups have a slop sink to drain discharged water from the washing machine.

However, newer homes may have plumbing installed directly through the floor or walls. It is still a worthwhile idea to have a sink in the laundry room for rinsing out stains, handwashing items and having a goto sink for messier cleanup.

Utilize a tension rod A rod installed between two cabinets or across a narrow width of space in the laundry room is a handy spot to hang shirts or pants to prevent wrinkling. Repurposing a ladder and suspending it from the ceiling also creates a spot to hang clothes.

Consider laundry room flooring It’s important to select flooring materials that will not be damaged by contact with moisture or spills.

Vinyl, tile and some composite products often make good laundry room floor materials. Resilient flooring that mimics the look of hardwood may add a classy touch and give the appearance of wood without having to worry about damage. To alleviate fatigue while spending long moments in the laundry room, invest in a memory foam mat that can be placed underfoot.

Keep lighting in mind Lighting can be important in the laundry room. Rely on task lighting, under-cabinet strip lighting and overhead lights as needed for efficiency.

Laundry room design can maximize the space available and make it more convenient to launder and sort clothes.

An organized and efficient laundry room setup can make washing and drying clothes easier.

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How to conserve water when temperatures rise TEMECULA – Spring and summer are synonymous with increased hours of sunlight, warm temperatures and, oftentimes, an increased reliance on water to feed recreational pursuits and lawn and garden needs.

The Water Information Program states that 3.9 trillion gallons of water are consumed in the United States each month and the average person uses 176 gallons of water per day. Water conservation may be essential when the risk for weatherrelated drought looms. Practicing year-round conservation efforts can help ensure smart usage of local watersheds, lakes and reservoirs and help maintain these water sources for

years to come. It also helps the average person reduce his or her carbon footprint while saving people a little money along the way.

Explore the following water-saving tips to make smart use of water.

Collect shower water in a bucket while you are waiting for the water to heat up. Use that water to irrigate plants around the house or even outdoors.

Check for leaks around the house.

Put a few drops of food coloring in the toilet tank and see if it spreads into the bowl within a half-hour. If it does that means a leak is present and gallons of water may be being wasted.

Keep a pitcher of drinking water in the refrigerator. This way, when you come inside from the heat you’ll have a cold drink at the ready and will not have to run the tap to fill a glass.

Install a lawn irrigation system so that you can maximize the amount of water that gets to the roots. Arrange the sprinkler heads so surrounding driveways and sidewalks are not getting ‘watered’ as well.

Apply the minimum amount of fertilizer required, as fertilizers can increase water consumption.

Aerate lawns and garden beds so the water reaches the roots rather than running off the surface of the dirt.

Employ rain barrels to collect rainwater runoff. Rain barrels can help to repurpose rainwater rather than simply allowing it to wash into storm drains.

Reduce reliance on sprinklers and hoses for summer recreation.

Instead, rely on pools and other devices that use recirculating pumps.

Homeowners with pools can limit how often they backwash their pool filters.

Solar pool covers can warm up pool water naturally and also reduce the rate of water loss through evaporation.

Inedible plants can benefit from the nutrient-rich water siphoned out

of a home aquarium when cleaning the tank.

The conservation guide Earth Easy says one way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after soaping up, then turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower can use between 20 and 40 gallons of water.

Add organic matter to the landscape to increase water absorption and retention. Top dress areas as needed throughout the season.

Water conservation efforts can help homeowners maintain their lawns and gardens during heat waves and even save them a little money while benefiting the planet as well.

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Approval of Altair ‘Dooms Mountain Lions I am writing to express my extreme disappointment in the Temecula City Council’s approval of the proposed Altair development above Old Town.

Not only will this eyesore mar the beautiful views of the Santa Ana Mountains south of town, the project will effectively cut off the only remaining migration corridor for mountain lions moving between

the Santa Ana Mountains and ranges further inland, imperiling their genetic diversity and longterm survival.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and independent mountain lion experts say that development of Altair will doom this already vulnerable population. The city ignored these warnings and approved Altair with no meaningful

accommodation for mountain lions or other wildlife.

City officials can and should require the developer to mitigate harm to wildlife and set aside necessary lands for that purpose.

Instead they promised more “studies.”

As a commercial real estate consultant, I have introduced several national retailers totaling over

100,000 square feet to the City of Temecula in the past 15 years.

Together, they have generated millions of dollars of sales tax revenue.

In short, I am no tree hugger, but when a municipality ignores its own master plan to approve a project that harms wildlife, ruins scenic views and adds traffic and air pollution to an already crowded city, its citizens should wonder why.

I urge anyone who cares about wildlife and Temecula’s natural beauty to reach out to the city council and demand this project be scaled down and to address these grave concerns.

Sacramento to assist the rebuilding process. For my part, I have introduced legislation to assist homeowners in Rancho Monserate and similar common interest developments throughout the state when they seek to obtain loans for rebuilding.

Additional bills under consideration would allow insured homeowners to combine coverage for unused structures to help cover costs of rebuilding an underinsured primary structure. Other bills

would clarify the scope of coverage for additional living expenses (ALE), and extend the time to rebuild and collect full replacement costs from 24 to 36 months after a declared disaster.

Legislation has also been proposed to require insurers to provide “Replacement Cost Estimates” for new residential insurance policies and at each annual renewal, clarify the rights of insured homeowners regarding replacement costs, expand coverage for debris removal,

and provide greater transparency for policyholders. These bills have just been introduced, and final bill language, committee assignments and hearing dates are still being developed.

In addition to state efforts, more federal help is also on the way. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that residents impacted by the Lilac fire may apply for disaster assistance. FEMA grants can include funds for home repair, rent

and uninsured property loss. You can register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling (800) 621-3362.

Minority Floor Leader Marie Waldron, R-Escondido, represents the 75th Assembly District in the California Legislature, which includes the communities of Bonsall, Escondido, Fallbrook, Hidden Meadows, Pala, Palomar Mountain, Pauma Valley, Rainbow, San Marcos, Temecula, Valley Center and Vista.

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The Lilac fire burned 4,100 acres and destroyed 157 structures in the Bonsall and Fallbrook areas.

Among these were 75 homes located in Rancho Monserate, a closeknit community that saw almost one-third of its homes destroyed.

As a result of the Lilac, Thomas and other recent fires, new legislation is being introduced in

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A robbery suspect died at a hospital after an altercation with a loss prevention officer at a Menifee store, but the exact circumstances of what happened were still under investigation, according to Riverside County sheriff’s officials.

Roderick Williams, 38, of Los Angeles died at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Murrieta Monday, Jan. 14, two days after a robbery of which he was suspected and occurred in 30200 block of Haun Road, county sheriff’s officials said in a news release.

According to the release, Williams was said to have entered the

business, removed items from their packaging and left the store without paying. A loss prevention officer tried to stop Williams outside and a physical altercation followed.

Sheriff’s officials received a call of a “possible armed robbery,” though it’s not clear from the release whether Williams actually had a weapon or what kind of

weapon he may have had.

When the deputies arrived at the store, Williams had been detained by loss prevention staff but was suffering injuries possibly due to the altercation, according to officials.

They said he was taken to the hospital for a medical evaluation before being booked into jail, but during that time, he became unre-

sponsive and emergency treatment had to be administered by hospital staff. Williams died two days later.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Homicide Unit has assumed the investigation. They are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (951) 955-2777.

Skydiver killed after landing on roof of Perris home PERRIS – A skydiver was killed Monday, Jan. 23, when he came down on the roof of a Perris house, just south of Perris Valley Airport.

The fatality occurred about 3 p.m. in the 200 block of Caldera Street, near Goetz Road, accord-

ing to the Riverside County Fire Department.

The parachutist, whose identity was not immediately released, was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.

The victim made a jump from an

aircraft reportedly associated with the skydiving academy located at the airport, which is less than a mile northeast of where the hard landing occurred.

No one at the residence was injured, but it was unclear whether

the home sustained damage. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating the death.

Skydiving around Perris Valley Airport is a routine occurrence, and in good weather, most commercial and recreational air traffic is routed

away from the space within three or four miles of the field due to the regularity of jumps and potential conflicts.

Three parachuting exercises in the vicinity of the airport resulted in fatalities in the last five years.

Alleged auto thief shot in Rainbow, officials say RAINBOW – At least one sheriff’s deputy opened fire Friday, Jan. 19, on an auto-theft suspect – missing the suspect and parolee – during a pursuit through the far northern San Diego County and southern Temecula, authorities said.

The suspect was later identified as Cody Atchley, 31, San Diego County sheriff’s Lt. Rich Williams said.

The meandering two-county chase, which ended with the fleeing man’s arrest, began about 9:30 a.m., when Carlsbad police officers in an unmarked car spotted a stolen Honda Civic near Pala Casino in Valley Center, Williams said.

The officers followed the car and called for backup as Atchley drove north on Pala Temecula Road, Williams said.

After entering Temecula, he drove along various residential streets, followed by California

Highway Patrol officers and Riverside County sheriff’s deputies, before heading south and crossing back into San Diego County.

The officers and deputies reported they briefly lost sight of the suspect’s car before finding it abandoned in the 2900 block of Rainbow Valley Road in Rainbow, near Interstate 15 and northeast of Fallbrook.

As the deputies and officers searched the vicinity, they soon spotted Atchley driving a second vehicle – a Ford Ranger – which he apparently had just stolen in the rural neighborhood.

As law enforcement tried to contact the fleeing man, he plowed the vehicle through a fence and steered it toward a Riverside County sheriff’s deputy, at which point the shooting incident occurred, Williams said.

Unharmed, Atchley continued

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Deputies fanned out though that area and soon captured him.

Atchley was booked into the Vista Detention Facility on two counts each of suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and auto theft and one count felony reckless evading along with violation of probation terms. His bail

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No injuries were reported.

The San Diego County Sheriff Department’s homicide detail asked anyone with any information regarding the incident to call them at (858) 565-5200.

Man accused of shooting woman, trying to shoot cop arraigned BANNING – A Hemet man accused of shooting his girlfriend and trying to shoot a police officer who attempted to detain him pleaded “not guilty” Friday, Jan. 19, to attempted murder charges.

Kevin Lorell Carter, 39, was arrested New Year’s Day after the alleged attack in the 600 block of Florida Avenue, near Tahquitz Avenue.

Along with two attempted murder counts, Carter is charged with domestic abuse, as well as sentence-enhancing gun and great bodily injury allegations.

He was arraigned before Riverside County Superior Court judge

Mark Johnson, who scheduled a felony settlement conference for March 2 at the Banning Justice Center.

Carter is being held in lieu of $2 million bail at the Smith Correctional Facility in Banning.

According to Hemet police Lt. Jeff Davis, Carter allegedly shot the woman, whose name was not released, several times in the upper body during an argument on the street shortly before 5 a.m., Jan. 1.

Patrol officers arrived within a couple of minutes and found the victim wounded, but the defendant’s whereabouts were initially unclear, Davis said.

A patrolman spotted Carter about a block away and tried to detain him, but he “pulled a firearm and shot at the officer,” the lieutenant said. The lawman did not return fire, according to Davis.

Carter fled, trying to hide on Palm Avenue, where officers located him and took him into custody without further trouble, Davis said.

The gunshot victim was taken to a trauma center for treatment. She has since recovered.

Carter has no prior documented felony convictions in Riverside County.

Two struck, killed while trying to push disabled car in Perris Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Two people were killed while trying to push a disabled car away from lanes of Interstate 215 on the Perris-Menifee border Monday, Jan. 15, California Highway Patrol officials said.

Fernando Vasquez, 24, and Giselle Vasquez, 19, were both pronounced dead at the scene of the incident, the southbound I-215 and south of Ethanac Road shortly

before 7:30 p.m., according to a Riverside County Coroner news release.

Both got out of a 2004 Honda that had become immobile in the far right lane of the freeway when they were struck by the driver of 1999 Dodge who had been traveling at freeway speeds, according to a California Highway Patrol news release.

The 50-year-old driver of the Honda, who had apparently remained inside as Fernando Vasquez

and Giselle Vasquez pushed, suffered moderate injuries and sought his own medical aid, according to the release.

The driver of the Dodge also suffered moderate injuries but was taken to Inland Valley Medical Center for treatment.

The freeway lane was closed, and a SigAlert was issued for several hours following the incident.

The California Highway Patrol Temecula Area office is investigating the crash.

Winchester man killed after walking against traffic on Menifee freeway lanes Alex Groves AGROVES@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A 31-year-old Winchester man was struck and killed by a semi truck Saturday, Jan. 20, as he walked toward traffic on lanes of the 215 Freeway in Menifee, California Highway Patrol officials said.

Jacob Muckelrath was pro-

nounced dead at Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar about 1:46 p.m., according to a Riverside County coroner’s news release.

Around 6 a.m. that morning Muckelrath had been walking north in the far right southbound lane of the 215 freeway south of Keller Road, according to CHP news release.

He was struck by a 2016 Inter-

national Tractor/Trailer and thrown onto the roadway surface before coming to a rest on the freeway shoulder, according to the release.

The 26-year-old San Diego man driving the semi truck pulled over to the shoulder south of the accident scene and awaited authorities.

The California Highway Patrol Temecula Area Office is investigating the crash.

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Hemet San Jacinto Valley ‘Walk for Life’ rally draws hundreds to march against abortion Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Hundreds of Hemet San Jacinto residents joined with thousands across the nation Saturday, Jan. 20, in a “Walk for Life,” calling attention to the thousands of babies never born because of abortions across the nation.

To the hundreds that gathered from more than 20 Christian churches across the Valley, every child, from conception to birth, is precious and God’s gift that should never be killed through abortions.

The two-mile march from Hemet’s Gibbel Park on Florida Avenue to the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on Sanderson Avenue bought many horn honks from motorists and cheers from pedestrians.

White crosses, carried by many in the group, children and adults, men and women, were meant to represent and remember a tiny baby killed by abortion. The crosses were planted in the ground alongside three thousand other crosses in the church’s “Cemetery of the Innocent.”

It was a special time for newlyweds Josiah and Olivia who carried their tiny baby girl Marissa on the two-mile “Walk for Life.” With little Marissa wrapped in a blanket close to her heart, Olivia said with a smile that babies “are very rewarding, they always make you smile.”

Her simple message to mothers who are thinking about an abortion: “Even with the struggles, babies are always worth it,” Olivia said, placing her hand around Marissa’s little pink sock-covered foot and checking to be sure the infant was warm enough, while dad Josiah pulled his daughter’s blanket up over her chin. A tapping sound, as the other marchers pounded their crosses into the ground, was heard behind the little family.

The nationwide “Walk for Life,” began 45 years ago as a growing number of men and women who have joined the anti-abortion movement., shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision on Roe v. Wade and legalizing abortion The walks, which are held near Jan. 22 each year, are meant to help change the percep-

tion of the pro-choice society. The anti-abortion movement believes that abortion does violence to women and to their children both physically and emotionally.

Patty Smith is a regional coordinator for “Silent No More,” a antiabortion organization; leader for “Rachel’s Hope;” a anti-abortion author and speaker at the Washington D.C. Walk for Life rally. She said the 3,000 crosses that were erected at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church are a “visual of the devastation of abortion.”

She told the Hemet and San Jacinto walkers that she suffered through two abortions herself before becoming a representative for the anti-abortion community.

She said her heart is always broken remembering the lives of the thousands of babies killed by abortions each year.

“Nobody told me that abortion leads to depression,” Smith said, recalling the many years she suffered with the thought of taking her own babies’ lives through abortion. Her depression led to promiscuity and alcoholism until she began to speak

out about the tragedy of abortion.

She said that many people do not realize that studies show that one in every four women have had at least one abortion. She urged those mothers who have had an abortion or who are thinking about having one to contact groups like “Silent No More” and “Rachel’s Hope” to find healing, abortion recovery and counseling.

“You can find forgiveness,” Smith said.

Ann Walsh from the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, who helped coordinate Saturday’s local Walk for Life rally, said the display of crosses was meant “to confront our community with the reality of abortion. That it is legal in the United States up to birth. And that every day 3,000 babies die by abortion.

We have got to face that, and we have to end abortion,” Walsh said.

She said Congress has two bills currently coming before them, one that would consider a fetus living at the sound of the first heartbeat and the other that babies as fetuses are capable of feeling pain, that people need to be aware of these bill, not-

ing that “if a enough people gather publicly, then politicians notice; they notice numbers, so here we are and want to be noticed and heard on this subject.”

Speaking before the crowd was San Jacinto City Councilman Scott Miller, who said he was a politician, but strongly opposed to abortion.

He said to the marchers, “They won’t drown out our voice; they won’t stop us and we will continue to stand strong for the rights of the unborn.”

Leading the prayer for the marchers was the Rev. Randy Jones from the Valle Vista Assembly of God Church. Offering encouragement and prayers to the walkers throughout the march were the Rev. Lou Caster from Prince of Peace church and priests from area Catholic churches, Holy Spirit Catholic Church, St. Josephs’ Catholic Church, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta and Queen of Angels. Also, ministers from the Hemet Presbyterian Church, the 412 Church and others attended.

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