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Blue Pearl Project gives rescued horses new sense of purpose

Tony Ault Writer Murrieta Mayor Randon Lane and the Murrieta City Council honored retiring police canines Maddy and Blitz with certificates of appreciation for their service to the police department and the citizens of Murrieta Tuesday, Jan. 15. see page A-4

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Local business gives those with special needs meaningful work Bryce Chechile Valley News Intern Jonathan Mills felt the call of this parental instinct after adopting a special needs daughter Hailey.

Mills worried she wouldn’t be able to find comfortable living wage one day given her disabilities so he did something about it. see page A-5

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Ponte Vineyard Inn one of Top 25 Hotels in US Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer

Debbie Phillips with her personal black Tennessee Walking Horse, Domino at the Oak Meadows Ranch horse facility in Wildomar. Debbie and her husband Craig, founded the nonprofit Blue Pearl Project to rescue, rehabilitate and find placement for neglected horses so they can get a second chance to a thriving life.

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Crystal Olmedo Valley News Intern Oak Meadows Ranch is a nonprofit horse sanctuary located in Wildomar for rescued horses that have been abandoned, injured or whose owners cannot afford to care for them. Owners Craig

Phillips, 55, and Debbie Phillips, 60, have been operating the ranch since 2012.

The 21-acre ranch offers riding classes, various forms of therapy and monthly family friendly events.

“The rolling hills were just beautiful. It was so rural I decided it was the right place for the sanctuary,”

Murrieta Councilman enters into plea bargain on DUI charges

Craig Phillips said.

“We called it Oak Meadows Ranch because we’ve got two oak trees here that are about 200 to 300 years old,” Debbie Phillips added.

The couple began their nonprofit organization called The Blue Pearl Project in February 2012, named for the view of the earth from space.

Their initial intent was to save the oceans.

“But the horses took over our lives. They owned us. So, we changed the rescue to Blue Pearl Project horse rescue,” Craig said.

“We call it a sanctuary because we

see HORSES, page A-8

Manzanita Ranch purchase sought by nonprofit ‘One Good Day Project’

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Alan Long and attorney.

Kim Harris Managing Editor Murrieta City Councilman Alan Long has entered into a plea agreement on DUI charges stemming from an Oct. 16, 2014, accident which injured four teenage girls, as they were driving home from a pep rally at a local high school.

Murrieta police were called to the intersection of Jefferson and Lily Avenues regarding the vehicle crash with injuries after Long’s pick-up truck struck the second vehicle from behind in the left-hand turn lane, according to published reports.

Long had previously denied the felony charges which were filed against him in November that same year. He entered a “not guilty” plea during his initial court appearance at the Southwest Justice Center Dec. 9, 2014.

Long, who was serving as mayor at the time of the accident, stepped down from his post Oct. 20, 2014, citing distractions from the accident and DUI allegations against him

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and concern for the city as the reasons for stepping down. He was up for re-election at the time and chose to continue his campaign.

“Once the legal process is complete, I feel I will be exonerated and therefore see no reason why I should not seek re-election,” Long said during the news conference.

Long, whose bid for re-election was successful, entered into the plea agreement Friday, Jan. 22, one week before his nxt sxheuled court date.

Long’s attorney, Virginia Blumenthal, advanced the court date from Jan. 29 to Jan. 22, according to Riverside County District Attorney Office Information Specialist John Hall.

“On that day he did plead guilty to one misdemeanor count of DUI with injury,” Hall wrote in an email.

“It was a plea agreement with our office.”

According to Hall, Long was sentenced the same day to 180 days in custody, which may be served on

see LONG, page A-5

John Roberts, Manzanita Ranch manager, talks to Duke, one of the horses at the ranch that guests suffering from PTSD can get to know and ride.

Duke is the largest of the 10 gentle horses at the ranch.

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Tony Ault Writer Manzanita Ranch in the rural Anza Valley, long an escape for military, first responders and others suffering from the effects of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder, is up for sale by the owners. Seeking to purchase the ranch are John Roberts and supporters of the “One Good Day Project,” where the horses at the ranch are the therapy for men and women who are suffering from PTSD. Military veterans, first responders, cancer patients, at-risk youth, accident and crime victims are invited by appointment to the five-acre ranch to spend a day with the horses, take a trail ride and just enjoy the time away from the memories that haunt them. The experience has proven to be of benefit to the PTSD sufferers.

Roberts, a Rotary International member himself, made a formal capital campaign announcement at

the Rotary World Peace Conference in San Bernardino Jan. 15-16 that the ranch was up for sale and is seeking sponsors to help purchase the property.

“We need to raise $350,000 to save the ranch,” he told the International members.

The campaign offers individuals and businesses sponsorships for the ranch.

The five-acre ranch property has been divided up into stalls Roberts explained.

“We have divided the ranch into 3,000 pieces (stalls) that can be sponsored by our supporters,” he said. “We have grouped our stalls into groups of 300. We call them a stable and we have named each stable after one of the ranch horses.”

The ranch boards 10 horses. The horses are named Pumpkin, Simon, Philbert, Spyder, Deacon, Dillon, Duke, Blaze, Breeze and Roc.

see MANZANITA, page A-3

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Menifee City Councilmembers Matthew Liesemeyer, Mayor Pro Tem Greg August and Councilmember John Denver prepare to approve the second reading of the city’s marijuana ordinance.

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Jacob Preal Valley News Intern MENIFEE – Menifee City Council voted Jan. 6 to adopt a Marijuana Cultivation and Processing Ordinance that will go in effect 30 days after the second reading. The ordinance will strictly prohibit marijuana use and allow the council to determine further regulations in the future if necessary.

Mayor Pro Tem Greg August held the second reading of the ordinance Wednesday, Jan. 20, as Mayor Scott Mann was absent due to his attendance of the California League of Cities seminar in Sacramento. This move secures the city’s ability to develop its own regulation processes before Assembly Bill No. 243, Medical marijuana takes effect March 1.

The new ordinance prohibits cultivation and processing marijuana anywhere in the city. This includes “growing, planting, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, rimming or processing” the plant and creating any kinds of marijuana related products.

Other cities have been following similar trends as AB 243 rests on the horizon. Through a provision effective March 1, the bill will

become the only regulatory power to license applicants for medical marijuana in cities where no cultivation ordinance is in effect.

The bill will pre-empt cities from enacting any marijuana legislation after this point of no return.

“Doing this now sets the bar for adjustment,” stated Councilman Matthew Liesemeyer. “If we did nothing, after March first we could do nothing. We basically needed to set this line.”

Just before the vote took place during the first reading, a few public speakers expressed their concerns. Proponents of the ban stressed the “small town” community that would be threatened by the influx of marijuana users should its usage continue unopposed under AB 243 jurisdiction.

Opponents worry about the future of businesses and were critical of the council’s inability to be forward-thinking.

Citizens also discussed the medical benefits of marijuana, with some currently struggling through illnesses that need to be treated.

Diane Donahue, diagnosed with breast cancer, assured that “there are serious repercussions for people to not be able to get this drug.”

Council members August and Lesa Sobek commented on behalf

of their districts, which largely oppose marijuana in their neighborhoods. They feel that families and children should be protected first and foremost.

“Most of the people that I talk to say that they love Menifee because it is a family environment,” said Sobek. “It’s a safe place to raise your children.”

Liesemeyer, the only dissenter in the vote, recognized the medical benefits of marijuana and would have preferred a limit of allowing eight plants to be cultivated, as recommended by the planning commissioner.

Mann assured the council that banning marijuana now will still allow the council or a future one to alter the municipal code later down the road. He stressed that the vote was simply “an opportunity to meet a deadline under the law.”

The city is prepared to uphold this ordinance with regular code enforcement and the police department. Last summer, the Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team managed to take down four marijuana cultivators in Quail Valley alone.

August, Councilman John Denver, and Councilman Liesemeyer approved the second reading of the ordinance, which will be effective Feb. 19.

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MANZANITA from page A-1 When a guest arrives with his or her caregiver, Roberts learns about their condition and needs and selects one of the horses for the guests to ride, if they are able, for a 5 to 7-mile trail ride on the Pacific Crest Trail that is adjacent to the ranch.

Only one guest and a caregiver at a time are invited to the ranch.

“This is not like a ride around a corral with a leader, it is an actual trail ride they can enjoy,” he said.

Before the ride, the guest learns how to care for the horse they are too ride, including currying and combing. The time on the ranch helps the guest to bond with the chosen horse.

There are three sponsorship levels set for those wishing to help with the ranch purchase. They include The “Friend of the Ranch’ sponsorship offered for a donation of $100. The Friend of the Ranch sponsor who donates $100 or more will receive a limited edition Manzanita Ranch Challenge Coin as a gift.

For anyone who organizes enough supporters to sponsor a stall (300 Friends of the Ranch) they become what Roberts says is a “Trail Boss.” The Trail Boss will also receive a Challenge Coin.

For others who donate $10 to $99 they become a “wrangler,” for the ranch. The wranglers will get a certificate of sponsorship. All donations are tax deductible since Manzanita Ranch is a 501(c) (3) organization.

For more information on how to help with the Manzanita Ranch Capital Campaign and more, contact Johnny Roberts at (909) 816-9450. The address of the Manzanita Ranch is 27315 Jefferson Ave. Suite J148, Temecula, CA. Information is also available at www.manzanitaranch.org.

Robert said PTSD sufferers interested in spending a day at the ranch can call for an appointment at (909) 816-9450.

Roberts said he and his wife, Jill a local mural artist, leased the ranch six years ago and saw its

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Manzanita Ranch, located in Anza, provides a place for those suffering from PTSD to get away from their cares and enjoy a day with the horses and friendly people there.

potential as a ranch for PTSD sufferers. Roberts knows first-hand the effects of the disease as he also suffered PTSD as a result of a near death experience with cancer. The ranch has been the sponsors of many special events in Temecula and the surrounding areas including the annual Concert for Heroes recently held at Galway Downs in the Temecula’s Wine Country.

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Murrieta Council honors retiring police canines Maddy and Blitz Tony Ault Writer Murrieta Mayor Randon Lane and the Murrieta City Council honored retiring police canines Maddy and Blitz with certificates of appreciation for their service to the police department and the citizens of Murrieta Tuesday, Jan. 15.

The two canines have been credited with helping local police officers locate missing children, capturing wanted criminals, detecting explosive devices and confiscating

almost 500 pounds of illegal drugs.

Both canines with their handlers appeared before the council much to the pleasure of those attending, council members and staff.

Officer Sean Waterman brought in a playful, barking Blitz, to receive the honor. Yet, Blitz’s “play” has resulted in the capture of wanted criminals who found his “bite” not too playful. Both officers and visitors were asked to keep their distance from Blitz that evening because he was in a playful mood.

Blitz, a 9-year-old female Dutch

Shepherd, handled by Waterman.

Blitz was born in Holland and was recruited by the U.S. Navy as a SEAL team member, trained in detecting explosives. During her six and a half years of service with the Murrieta Police Department, Blitz detected and recovered more than 100 pounds of methamphetamine, 300 pounds of marijuana, 40 pounds of heroin, and 25 pounds of cocaine.

She also made over 80 arrests, some of which included dangerous criminals. Blitz officially retired from the Murrieta Police Department June

15, 2015.

A much more docile and nosey 6-year-old bloodhound Maddy padded into the council chambers with her handler Officer Travis Shows.

Maddy was used in a number of missing person cases and has been credited with locating children and adults with her strong sense of smell. Only one sniff of an object or piece of clothing sets Maddy off in a quick search, most often with positive results. Officer Maddy was given special recognition by the council for her tracking of a

lost child over a long distance and locating others. Maddy delighted in the pets and pats given by those attending the recognition ceremony.

Both retired canine officers will be given good homes by the department. The Murrieta Police Department’s more than 80 police officers and canine unit was praised by the council for their special work in making the City of Murrieta with the second lowest crime rate in the nation.

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Murrieta strengthens Marijuana prohibition ordinance

Tony Ault Writer The Murrieta City Council put more teeth into an ordinance that prohibits the cultivation, processing, delivery and dispensaries in the city by including an additional

land use prohibition.

With the council’s unanimous action Tuesday, Jan. 15, Murrieta joins other cities in the Inland Empire that prohibit the use and distribution of marijuana, other than those who have a medical need, to bolster their ordinances. The addendum to the ordinance (adding Chapter 16.44 entitled “Medical Marijuana Land Use Prohibition” to Title 6, Article II of the city’s Municipal Code) now prohibits any landowner from obtaining a permit to raise or sell marijuana for outside distribution on their property. The earlier ordinance did not include any prohibition on land use permits, variances and building permits for the growth and distribution of

marijuana.

The new urgency ordinance Title 6 Article II now expressly prohibits “the establishment and operation of marijuana cultivation, processing, delivery, and dispensary activities as well as the issuance of any use permit, variance, building permit or any other entitlement, license or permit for any such activity, except where the City is preempted by federal of state law from enacting a prohibition on any such activity or a prohibition on the issuance of any use permit, variance, building permit or any other entitlement, license, or permit for any such activity.”

The city’s concern about reviewing and strengthening city laws

prohibiting marijuana growth or distribution came after Gov. Brown signed an Act with an effective date of Jan. 1, 2016, that contained new provisions that govern the cultivating, processing, transporting, testing and distributing of medical marijuana to qualified patients.

Since a number of Inland Empire cities, including Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Temecula, and Hemet had ordinances prohibiting the cultivation, transporting, or distributing Marijuana because it caused a number of civil problems, the city wanted to make sure its own ordinances would stand up to the state laws. The state law does permit cities to enact their own prohibitive ordinances. The cities went to

review their ordinances and found some areas where the state laws might overrule them. The result is new, stronger city marijuana prohibitions.

It remains that while California and other states do allow the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana to needy patients the federal law still makes the cultivation, transportation and distribution of marijuana, medical or not, illegal and can be enforced by federal officers. Riverside County, as does the state, under their ordinances, allow the cultivation and use of marijuana for medical purposes, but with strict guidelines.

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According to the Riverside County Transportation Commission, the southbound side of the 15 will be closed nightly between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. until Feb. 12.

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RCTC officials noted that closures may not go forward if it’s raining Crews are working to complete work on a wider connector bridge, featuring an express lane, between the 15 and 91, according to the RCTC Motorists will be required to observe lower speeds while traveling in the construction zone – or risk fines.

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CHP ‘Smart Start’ classes address issues that affect new drivers The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be conducting a “Start Smart” driver safety class for local teenagers and their parents/guardians. Start Smart is specifically geared toward the reduction of collisions and injuries involving teen drivers.

Start Smart addresses traffic safety issues that directly affect new drivers in a way no other program does. Start Smart speaks directly to the newly licensed or soon to be licensed drivers and their parents/ guardians. This program entails collision avoidance techniques, collision causing elements, driver

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Start Smart makes teens and parents aware of the responsibilities they face and teaches what precautions to take to stay safe. A Start Smart certificate of completion will be given to all attendees. The class is free.

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Local Local business gives those with special needs meaningful work Bryce Chechile Valley News Intern The goal of every parent is to give their child the best life possible. Jonathan Mills felt the call of this parental instinct after adopting a special needs daughter. Mills worried his daughter Hailey wouldn’t be able to find comfortable living wage one day given her disabilities.

Driven by his love for Hailey who is missing 70 percent of her brain due to her biological parent’s drug and methamphetamine use, Mills created Connect – a for profit processing center that provides jobs to special needs individuals and veterans.

“If my daughter could work I would want her to make minimum wage or better and not in a workshop setting. Connect, unlike the other existing agencies, is a total processing center,” Mills said.

The almost 150 special needs workers at the processing center in Murrieta learn to tackle just about any physical project you throw

their way: assembly, disassembly, recycling, knitting, packaging and part-counting, to name a few.

They perform such tasks for local companies with whom they have a working partnership.

Although the work may seem simplistic, the impact it has on the individuals Connect employs, is anything but simple. It gives meaningful jobs to people who daily struggle to overcome adversary.

Connect is a place that focuses on strengths rather than disabilities, which in turn gives these workers a sense of confidence and pride, Mills explained. “You meet amazing individuals with a deep drive and desire to be the best they can be. You see the individuals who were always picked last being made first.”

But Connect doesn’t only employ adults, it gives jobs to special needs students from the Murrieta, Temecula, Oak Grove, and Hemet school districts. Students who cannot make it to the Murrieta work site can attend one of the

10 classrooms located on school campuses. Mills said the change in the students is greater than he could have imagined.

“We have replaced the old sentence ‘You students have a problem’ with, ‘You students have a purpose,’” Mills said. “We spend time tapping into that purpose and fostering it.”

He saw tremendous change in his own daughter who is in the program, something he never expected.

Harnessing their sense of purpose Mills describes, is a testament to what Connect stands for “Connecting People and Products.”

Among his imminent hopes are plans to complement the existing 3,000 square-foot Murrieta work site with the opening of another site in Banning later this year. He foresees eventually having programs in more local school districts. In the meantime, Mills is scheduled to be a keynote speaker at TedxTemecula to continue to spread Connect’s message.

Five Murrieta communities to see tax decrease Tony Ault Writer The Murrieta City Council acting as the Murrieta Financing Authority has approved the refinancing of $54.2 million in Community Facilities bonds that will save 1,445 homeowners in the city hundreds of dollars in special taxes over the length of the bonds.

The homeowners who will benefit live in five community financing districts with an average savings of $14,596 per parcel. The CFDs include two Oaks communities, Creekside Village, Bluestone/Mapleton and Springbrook.

“This is the kind of news we like to hear,” Mayor Randon Lane told those attending the Jan. 15 council meeting when the refinancing resolutions were presented by Joy Canfield, administrative services director.

Canfield’s report said the bonds for the districts were issued for each of the community’s capital improve-

ments. Capital improvements, such as water and sewer connections, parks and recreation services, roads and sidewalks, and other infra structure improvements that all help improve the property values of the homes in the district. The bonds are financed through homeowner’s special property taxes.

The reports said the average savings for each homeowner will actually vary based on the size of the home and the interest at the time the bonds were sold.

The estimated savings breakdown shows that homeowners in the Improvement Area A of the Oaks will save an average of $905 per year or $17,191 per parcel for the life of the bonds. Oaks area B homeowners will save $667 per year for a total of $12,671. Creekside homeowners in RFD No. 2003-3 will save an average of $899 per year or $17,981 total.

Bluestone/Mapleton homeowners in RFD 2003-4 will save $340 per

year and $6,458 in total. Springbrook homeowners are looking at an average savings of $593 per year or $11,856 total. Property values do change as reassessments are made after sale so the savings on those parcels could change.

The Financing Authority approved the refunding proposal and will be working with the city’s financing team to issue what are called Authority Bonds to lower the costs. The bonds are secured by revenues generated from principal and interest received by owning the local obligations. Each local obligation is secured solely by the pledge and lien on Special Taxes levied on property within each of the Community Facilities Districts, according to the report.

Piper Jaffra & Company will work as the placement agent for private sale of the Authority Bonds. Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth will serve as the bond counsel and First Southwest Company LLC will serve as financial adviser.

LONG from page A-1 electronic monitoring, and three years of probation.

While on probation, Long must obey all laws, ordinances and court orders, refrain from driving with any measurable alcohol in his system and attend and satisfactorily complete a first offender DUI program for three months. He will also be required to pay the victims a yet to be determined amount in restitution.

Murrieta City Council members can hold each other accountable

under the city’s code of conduct, according to city attorney Leslie Devaney. Since the charges were downgraded to a misdemeanor there are no legal ramifications for Long to sit as an elected official.

It remains unclear at this time how the city council will react to Long’s plea agreement. Calls to the city were not returned by press time.

For more up to the minute local news and information, as well as updates to this story as they become available, visit www. myvalleynews.com.

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Elsinore Chamber celebrates officer installation with ‘An Evening in Paris’ Paul Bandong Writer

The Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce themed their 67th annual Installation & Awards Dinner “An Evening in Paris” with elegant pastel blue and white drapes, Eiffel tower displays and handmade artwork throughout the venue.

Mayor Brian Tisdale installed the 2016 Chamber Board of Directors. Executive Officers are Chairwoman Donna Niehouse of Pints & Quarts/Cups & Saucers; First Vice Chair Mike Norkin of Cherished Memories Photography; Second Vice Chair Robin Golden of Studio 395; Secretary Chance Edmondson of Edmondson Construction; and Treasurer Jack Ferguson of Jack T. Ferguson CPA. Installed as directors were Dolores Badillo, William Johnson, Justin Jones, Greg Morrison, Michele Munoz, Myles Ross, Lupe

The following were sworn in at the 67th Annual Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber Installation: (from left) Wes Taylor, Brandon Sudweeks, Myles Ross, Greg Morrison, Michele Munoz, William Johnson, Dolores Badillo, Jack Ferguson, Robin Golden, Chance Edmondson, Mike Norkin, Donna Niehouse.

Sanabria, Brandon Sudweeks and Wes Taylor.

Kimberly Ryan of Tulips, Trophies and Treasures accepts the award from Donna Niehouse for Small Business of the Year.

Matthew Thomas (son) and Dee Thomas (wife) join Chairwoman Donna Niehouse in awarding the Tom Thomas Memorial Award to Dan Lincoln of Lamb’s Fellowship.

Mike Norkin, Cherished Memeories Photography

Operations staff remains the same with Kim Joseph Cousins

as president/CEO and Michelle Lindsey as director of marketing.

Myles Ross was named Ambassador of the Year, Cops for Kids was named Nonprofit of the Year, Tulips, Trophies and Treasures was named Small Business of the Year, Pints & Quarts Gastro Pub was named Medium Business of the Year and Pins ‘N Pockets was named Large Business of the Year The Jason Moscowitz Memorial Award went to Dr. Jon Hurst, principal of Elsinore High School. The Tom Thomas Memorial Award was given to Dan Lincoln of Lamb’s Fellowship. The late Tom Thomas was named Citizen of the Year.

Special Presentations were made

by Congressman Ken Calvert, Supervisor Kevin Jeffries and representatives for Senator Jeff Stone and Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez.

For the full story and a complete list of the nominees, visit www. myvalleynews.com.

Vanessa Boudreau (left) and Bill Boudreau accept the award for Large business of the year from Chairwoman Donna Niehouse.

Christine Moscowitz (left) wife of late Jason Moscowitz and Chairwoman Donna Niehouse award Elsinore Principal Dr. Jon Hurst with the Jason Moscowitz Award.

Donna Niehouse presents the Chairwoman’s Award to Robin Golden.

Dee Thomas and her son Matthew Thomas accept the Citizen of the Year Award on behalf of Tom Thomas.

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In a press release issued Friday, Jan. 22, the department announced that it was made aware of two individuals soliciting personal information for a fire safety program within the city of Temecula Wednesday, Jan. 20.

“Neither the City of Temecula nor the Riverside County Fire Department would request personal information from citizens

or discuss fire safety programs by visiting residents (or businesses) door-to-door,” the release reported.

The release also reported that the move by the scammers is not a new one.

“In the past, imposters have also posed as fire department inspectors at construction sites or businesses requesting fees for on-site fire inspections,” the release reads.

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Rhea Lana consignment owner helps Valley moms clear clutter, make dough on gently used children and maternity items Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Temecula resident and mother of three, Jeneatte Maines, knew she wanted to do something different with her life.

“I worked at a seminary in Pasadena for over 10 years, overseeing online learning for regional campuses,” she said. “After I had my kids, I had the option to keep promoting and working longer and harder or be a mom. I couldn’t stay away from my kids any longer.”

With her husband in the Navy, the Maines family traveled from Okinawa to San Diego.

“Moving back to San Diego was when I started being interested due to getting rid of kids clothes,” Maines said. “It seemed like all of my spare time was spent trying to sell things that the kids had outgrown.”

She became adept at selling items on the military exchange sites, but once she tried to branch out to yard sales or Craigslist, it was more uncomfortable.

“I didn’t like not knowing who was going to be coming by to pick something up off of my porch, or people wanting to haggle for a full bag of clothes for $2,” Maines said.

“Selling things that way took the fun out of it.”

When her college friend introduced her to the Rhea Lana Consignment page on Facebook, Maines saw an opportunity.

Though the business started in Little Rock, Arkansas, the founder – Rhea Lana – was the sister of Maines’s college friend.

“I started following Rhea Lana’s Consignment business, and seeing how much fun it looked like everyone was having. I wanted to be a part of that and figured Temecula was the perfect place to start, though being from Southern California, the idea of selling on consignment wasn’t part of my language.”

After living abroad, the Maines family returned to California, deciding to plant their stakes back in their hometown.

“I grew up in Temecula, graduated high school and went to college, but my parents and entire family stayed,” she said. “It was the perfect place to start a Southern California branch of Rhea Lana.”

According to the Rhea Lana website, the mission of the organization is to serve families and help mothers make money by selling gently used items.

“We help people sell the next season of clothing or toys at a fraction of the cost and offer a high rate of consignment return for each sale,” she said.

Word-of-mouth and inviting friends and family to be part of the resale experience increases the rate of consignment return.

“We offer benefits for mothers who invite others. Instead of the 70 percent return, if you invite three more women to consign along with you, your rate goes up to 75 percent.

More, you can receive up to 80 percent of each sale,” she said.

According to Maines, the Rhea Lana Consignment events offer people the opportunity to either save money, make money or both.

“There are other consignment events, but Rhea Lana heart for serving people and families is what drew me to this organization,” she said.

Last event in the fall, 200 families gathered to consign over 21,000 gently used items. The Rhea Lana event sells clothes—up to size 16, toys and even furniture.

“Everything we sell is related to children, and maternity,” Maines said. Visitors can expect to find deep discounts on new or gently used spring and summer items, including a section for Easter outfits.

Maines offers education for consigners, to learn how to properly price their merchandise for sale, which she calls “Consigner 101.”

“Everything we offer for sale is inspected, and we verify that nothing that is sold has been recalled,” she said.

So, why not just yard sale? According to Maines, the traffic, the hassle, and the quality are all reasons to shop Rhea Lana over your typical Saturday yard sale experience.

“Our event also runs a weeklong event that draws a ton of shoppers.

There’s no haggling, as all prices are set. No haggling.”

If you participate, what can you expect to earn? According to Maines, it depends on how well you price your items.

“Our paychecks are given out on pick up day,” she said. “Our average

Jeneatte Maines and family, Temecula locals who started the Southern California Rhea Lana Consignment event.

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paycheck about $250 right now. We did have 30 moms make over $500.

A handful made almost $1000, all in one week of sales.”

Though Maines admits it is hard work on the front end, getting items ready for resale, Rhea Lana does the marketing to attract high quality shoppers. That, and a volunteer workforce—workers who receive first dibs on the consignment merchandise as benefit for their time— ensure that the event is successful.

“Our volunteers are the first ones to get to the items for sale, and we tend to sell 30 percent of our items on the presale days,” she said. “The

volunteers get to shop earlier, and the more you volunteer, the better the shopping.”

But Maines’s favorite part of the business, is what happens after the sale is over.

“Last year, we donated over 9,000 items to our three local charities,” she said. “We opened up the store, following Consigner Closeout, and let foster families shop the store for free.”

Rhea Lana Temecula sponsors Birth Choice of Temecula, Loved Twice – who develops newborn packages for foster families, and the Hands and Feet Ministry.

Over 20,000 items sold at the fall 2015 Rhea Lana Temecula consignment event. Volunteers get first dibs on merchandise. The clothing, toys, and furniture left over after consigner pick up is donated to local charity.

“Coming back into the Temecula community, I have a heart for babies and young moms,” Jeanette said. “I connected early on with Birth Choice of Temecula, and I’ve always had a heart for foster families – a friend is a foster mother, so I love to honor her, too.”

Watching the foster families shop for free was her favorite part of last year’s consignment event.

“It brought me to tears, see them shopping the racks and choosing items in our store environment,” she said. “It’s amazing how many newborn and 0-6 month-old clothes still have the tags on them. Often

times, kids don’t even get around to wearing them.”

So, before you throw open the garage for a yard sale, or wait for porch-pick-ups from a local exchange, consider consigning your gently used items, and donating what doesn’t sell to local charity.

And let Rhea Lana help you do it.

The Rhea Lana Temecula Consignment Sales Event will take place from March 6 to March 10, at 41501 Margarita Road, Ste. L102 in Temecula next to Shogun Restaurant in the Promenade Temecula.

For more information, visit: temecula.rhealana.com

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The Phillips’ began by buying two Tennessee Walking horses, Domino and Bodacious that needed to be rehabilitated.

“The place where we boarded them had a very good trainer who trained us how to rehab the horses.

While we were learning this was when the economy crashed four years ago. A lot of people were losing their homes and ranches and couldn›t afford their horses anymore,” Craig said.

During their first two months of operation they boarded eight horses.

“People just heard about us from the website bluepearlproject.com and they started contacting us, some of them crying and afraid that their horses would be slaughtered and auctioned off. They begged us to take their horses, not to sell them but to sanctuary them,” Debbie said.

Oak Meadows Ranch now houses a colorful mix of about 75 horses, ranging from former race and police horses to mini horses. The ranch operates on donations of about $18,000 per month used to pay for feed, supplies and maintenance.

“Our goal is to put a shelter per every single horse and make sure they are comfortable, so we do need donations, every bit helps,” Debbie said. “We rescue these horses and do all we can just so they can be safe and so that people can be around horses. It’s better for the horse and for the people to be with each other.”

One of their rescue stories is about Charlie, a horse that had been starved and was 400 pounds underweight and had been attacked by pit bulls.

“He had seven holes clear through his skin. He was in serious condition,” Craig said.

“It was 106-degree weather, no shade,” Debbie added.

“When we found him he was oozing sores, no food or water…

I walked up to him put a lead rope on him and he dragged me up into the trailer as if to say, ‘take me home.’ It took us three months to rehab him and when we got done he turned out to be one of our best trail riders,” Debbie said. “He’s our success story.

“His previous owner was starv-

Therapy horse Tessa takes a rider around the outdoor arena at the Blue Pearl Project facility at Oak Meadows Ranch in Wildomar.

Oak Meadows Ranch boards a number of rescued donkeys at their Wildomar facility.

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Oak Meadows Ranch Volunteer Dawn Spurr (left) and therapeutic riding Executive Director Barbara Barnaba (right) help guide therapy horse Tessa during a riding session.

Equine veterinarian Dr. Chuck Edgerly bathes his rescue horse Wyatt at the horse rescue facility. Dr. Edgerly helps with any veterinarian care for the horses.

ing him because (Charlie) belonged to his teenage daughter that had run away from home and that was his way of getting back at her. He took it out on the horse,” Debbie recalled.

“No other rescue wanted to take Olivia so we took her in,” Debbie said.

The Ranch offers multiple forms of emotional, mental and physical therapy for people by use of their rescued horses.

“You can’t lie to a horse. So we use horses to help people get in touch with their inner feeling and their inner thoughts, because they can’t fake it,” Craig said. “The bond with a horse will open up your heart. We have a fundraiser to make free equine therapy for veterans possible. Some have insurance and some don’t, if they’re a veteran we can’t turn them away.”

One method offered is the Equine Assisted Growth and

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“People tend to live a life where they create their own prison and they don’t understand that if they’ve created it they can also set themselves free,” said Vicki Coffman, a licensed marriage and family therapist and horse specialist.

She leads many of the EAGALA therapy sessions at the ranch. “I stumbled upon Oak Meadows Ranch one day while looking for another ranch and after I had seen the other one I didn’t feel it was conducive to the type of therapy we offer, so I came back here and within weeks the Phillips and I had created a partnership.”

Coffman’s reason for going into therapy is a personal one.

“I’m a retired law enforcement officer and I suffered from posttraumatic stress on the job and that led me to exploring treatment methods,” Coffman said. “I read a book about it back in about 2006, started researching it and went to the training. It has just been a phenomenal journey of helping people discover, not through sitting and talking, but just letting the horse do the work. It just takes people to a whole new level that we can’t get a lot of times in an office setting

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Veterinarian Edgerly bathes his rescue horse Wyatt at the horse rescue facility in Wildomar. Dr. Edgerly helps the rescued horses that need special care upon arriving at the Blue Pearl Project sanctuary.

and what better environment to do therapy. If I could describe it in one word I would say it’s freeing.”

Barbara Barnaba who has been the Therapeutic Riding Center executive director and Instructor at Oak Meadows since May 2015, says the one word that describes it most to her would be empowerment.

“I do most of the therapeutic riding, working with kids or the horses and helping with whatever needs to be done around here at the ranch,” Barnaba said. “It’s so rewarding, you get to help people, horses, challenged people, veterans or children to adjust or readjust to life and social situations or learn leadership skills and responsibility. What may take some people two or three months of talk therapy we can sometimes get out in one session of EAGALA. The horses are a 1200 pound lie detector.

Before you even get close to them they can tell what’s going on with you or your body. The horse chooses you, you don’t choose the horse.”

Along with EAGALA, the Phillips believe hippotherapy has been beneficial to many of their visitors. Hippotherapy is a form of physical, occupational and speech therapy that uses the movements of the horse to provide treatment for ailments such as cerebral palsy.

“I have helped a 50-year-old man with cerebral palsy that used to flop over on the horse, and now he sits upright and it helps his core strength,” Barnaba said.

“I worked with a client the other day that hadn’t told anyone her problem no within one session of EAGALA we found out what they hadn’t been able to find out in three months. As soon as people come onto the property we want them to feel relaxed.”

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at Oak Meadows ranch. “One of the most rewarding things is to see people falling in love with the horses, they really are a very unique creature” said Paige Kimberly Heatherly, ranch manager and vet tech since April 2015.

Heatherly was looking for a place for her younger cousin to earn volunteer hours for her graduation.

“Where I grew up, people had very expensive horses and you couldn’t even touch them. When I found out about this place I was like, ‘wow we can actually touch them and interact with them,’” she said.

Heatherly helped to build the bleachers a ramps on the property as a living space for to condo for the desert tortoises. She even stays overnights to help monitor animals who may be sick.

The Phillips have an on-site veterinarian, Dr. Charles Edgerly.

Edgerly was the first volunteer and has been at the ranch for three and a half years and has been practicing Veterinary medicine since 1964. He rides five miles a day while making his rounds and checking on each rescued horse to perform exams and diagnose and treat their ailments.

“The horses are the best part of this job,” Edgerly said. “I think this is one of the best ranches, Craig and Debbie, they’re really good at what they do and very dedicated,” Edgerly said.

Volunteers are welcome during ranch hours. Holly Wilcox, who retired from the pharmaceutical field, visits and helps with tasks like grooming and stall cleaning nearly every day.

“Any one person can help.

Debbie and Craig can’t do it on their own,” Wilcox said. “The more people that come out and get involved the more horses and people they can help. Any organization that helps people relies on donations and that’s really hard when the economy fluctuates the first thing to go for many people is donations.”

“There aren’t a lot of places like this out here where people can volunteer and we have many that just keep coming bad and saying thank you. We really do get so many great people out here” Debbie Phillips said.

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Dogs and their owners invited to Bark in the Park, March 19 toward the payment, however, the greater amount comes from Bark in the Park fundraising profits.

Bark in the Park begins with a blessing of the dogs, followed by a walk along trails through Live Oak Park. Dogs and their owners will pass several historic sites in the park including a stop to see the off-leash area and learn about

it. Throughout the day contests of all types such Cutest Puppy and Wackiest Trick earn winners’ applause and ribbons. See exhibitions of fly ball, agility, therapy training and a luring activity and visit various types of booths that will appeal to all.

General admission is free.

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Dog Walk is $15 in advance, $20 after Feb. 15. Dog walk participants receive “Doggy Bags” with samples. Contest fees are $5 each.

To register and pay in advance for the walk or the contests, visit www. liveoakdogpark.com or send a check by March 1 to Live Oak Dog Park, P.O. Box 2974, Fallbrook, CA 92088.

Pets of the Week Live Oak Dog Park committee members plan the March 19 Bark in the Park event; from left, Courtney Hilborn, Anne Richter, Michelle Pokorny, Neil Triester, Susannah Levicki, Pam Triester and Joe Courtesy photo Comella.

Reche and Gird Roads across the street from the entrance to Live Oak Park, Thursday through Monday from 8 a.m. to dusk.

The area is maintained by the San Diego County Department of Parks & Recreation; however, the Live Oak Dog Park committee is responsible for raising the annual payment of $5,000 to offset maintenance costs. Daily parking fees and annual parking passes contribute

Alcohol found in wreck that killed three teens MURRIETA – One or all of the three teenagers killed in a Murrieta crash Saturday, Jan. 16, may have consumed alcohol before the rollover accident, police said last week.

Murrieta police Sgt. Jay Froboese said that during the investigation of the predawn crash, officers discovered evidence that the victims had alcoholic beverages with them, though it remained “unknown if alcohol was a factor in the collision.”

“This will not be known until toxicology reports are received from the Riverside County coroner,” Froboese said. “This will not occur for several weeks.’’

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Investigators said one witness came forward to report that the Lexus was traveling at high speed on Winchester, going southbound, moments before the vehicle plowed through a guard rail and turned over in a field.

All of the victims were pronounced dead less than 10 minutes later by Murrieta Fire Department paramedics.

It’s unclear who was at the wheel or where the youths had been just before the crash.

Police are seeking information from anyone who may have seen the teens or the vehicle between 1:20 and 1:40 a.m. Saturday.

Witnesses were asked to contact Detective Dave Hernandez at (951) 461-6396.

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FALLBROOK – Advance planning for Bark in the Park is underway for the annual event to be held Saturday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Live Oak Park, 2746 Reche Road, Fallbrook. This is the major annual fundraiser that benefits the off-leash Live Oak Dog Park that opened in May 2015.

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FALLBROOK – The Art of the Avocado competition, part of Fallbrook’s annual Avocado Festival, has issued a call for entries thanks to the generous sponsorship of Fallbrook Propane Gas Company.

This is the 11th year of the popular competition.

The competition is open to anyone… any age. Any artistic medium may be submitted – the only restriction is that the viewer must “see” an avocado somewhere in the work.

Categories include 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional with cash prizes awarded in each. First place prizes are $200; second place, $100; and third place $50. The Photography category is limited to the first 10 registered entries – one entry per artist, cash prize – $100.

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Awards will be presented festival day, 4 p.m. at Brandon Gallery.

To register, contact Anita Kimzey at (714) 222-2462 (cell), 760-7310277 (home), or email register@ fallbrookchamberofcommerce. org. Rules and entry form can also be downloaded from the Chamber of Commerce website at www. fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org.

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At-large elections leave some under-represented, district elections fair to all Kim Harris Managing Editor I’m fired up today.

As most of you know, I live in the city of Murrieta. Well thanks to an email from an astute reader, I decided to do some research on where my city council members – who are elected at-large – reside. So I pooled my resources, found all of the city council members’ addresses and made myself a handy little map.

I found out some interesting facts. In a city that encompasses 33.61 square miles. The farthest distance between any two city Murrieta council members’ residences is 10.3 miles. That’s not a bad number, but more disturbing to me is the fact that most live within five and a half miles of each other. Two live within a single mile of each other, though and that didn’t sit real well with me.

All but one council member lives

west of the 215, according to my research. The one who lives east of the 215 resides at the north end of the city, just over a mile from where Murrieta ends and Menifee begins.

I live on the east end of the city, off Murrieta Hot Springs and Winchester, and yes, I checked – in the incorporated area of the city. The closest council member to me lives 6.2 miles away, but when I plot it all out on a map, it appears that a large portion of the city has no representation on our city council.

For me, this is bothersome. I know I can call any one of my city council members at any time and that they would hear my concerns, but by having no one living on this side of town my question becomes are they really in tune to what our needs are on the east side of town?

The optimist in me would like to answer yes to that question, the pessimist who likes to rear her ugly

head on occasion, says “probably not.”

This is the problem with an atlarge election system. One group of people can be left to feel like they are just out there by themselves with no representation. Meanwhile on the other side of this 33.61 square mile town, about half of the population is represented by all five of our city leaders, some who live just a short walk from one another.

No wonder commercial development on this side of town is stagnant while other areas of the city have exponential growth occurring as we speak. A great example of this would be the Lowe’s Home Improvement Store that was advertised on a billboard just past my housing development on Winchester Road – also within city limits. The sign was there when we bought our place back in 2012 and nothing – and I mean nothing – has

happened over there since Farmer Boys opened. Meanwhile, on the other side of town, where traffic is congested and people complain about the narrow roadways, more shops and restaurants are being squished into areas that city officials have deemed to be appropriate for said growth.

With that said it is important for me to mention that I am sure being by the interstate is much more appealing to retailers, restaurants and other businesses than my side of town which is a bit off the beaten path.

Is this a fluke or something more?

I couldn’t say, but I know how it appears to me. With at-large elections, a group of people seems to be under represented, if they are even represented at all. It’s time for a change in Murrieta, voting by districts gives fair representation to all residents and, I for one, am in full

support of such a move. As a matter of fact, I believe that Temecula residents could benefit from such a move as well.

When Wildomar City Council made the decision to move to districts two weeks ago, they did so to protect the city and its residents from California Voting Rights Act lawsuits. City Attorney Thomas Vex reported the city council’s direction from closed session to “immediately take all steps necessary to commence the process for establishing five single-member districts for city council elections.”

Maybe it is time Murrieta, Lake Elsinore and Temecula takes a page from our neighbors in Wildomar (Menifee also elects its city council by districts) and move forward with changing outdated at-large elections to district ones.

But hey, it’s only my opinion.

More water State budget shows real opportunity to set itself storage on a course for prosperity capacity is Brian W. Jones Third, it’s clear that healthcare years. Meanwhile, during that same hinder our state’s recovery – firmly five-year timespan, the median indicate that we have no need to and social service funding will play Special to Valley News a must household income in California extend these taxes; nor do we need a a significant and growing role in our Marie Waldron Special to Valley News We are all hoping the current El Niño will bring an end to the drought.

Whether or not we’ll continue to receive normal or above-normal precipitation is still a question, though an end to the drought may be unlikely this year. Whatever the outcome this year, future droughts are certain.

In 2014, California’s voters passed Proposition 1, a $7.12 billion water bond. While the bond contained $2.7 billion earmarked for water storage projects including dams and reservoirs, few if any such projects are currently underway.

I have just introduced AB 1647 to help speed water storage projects throughout California. Similar to legislation I introduced two years ago, AB 1647 will facilitate expansion of existing surface storage facilities by streamlining certain regulatory requirements if the projects meet specified criteria. These include providing water for agricultural and non-agricultural purposes, thereby reducing the need for imported water. The projects must replace or expand existing facilities by no more than 25 percent, must comply with all applicable federal and state safety guidelines and must be necessary because the existing facilities may fail during a significant earthquake.

Continued reliance on inadequate storage facilities designed 50 years ago for a population half its current size is not smart. We need to increase our water storage capacity sooner, not later. Passage of AB 1647 will be a big step toward a sustainable water supply for all Californians.

On Jan. 7, Governor Jerry Brown proposed his FY2016-17 budget for the State of California. The document is a clear sign that our state is certainly in the middle of an economic recovery, and it paints a rosy picture of our state’s finances.

In the past, I’ve been a strong critic of Governor Brown’s budget proposals. Despite that fact, I believe this year’s budget shows that our state has a real opportunity to set itself on a course for prosperity over the coming years – but only if the Governor and my colleagues in the legislature show a willingness to place long-term interests over short-term desires.

This year’s budget breaks a number of records. Total state revenue has hit a new high of more than $125 billion. General fund spending is also at a record level of $122.6 billion – this is the portion of the budget that the legislature can control. When total funding (special, bond, and federal funds) is added up, the total equates to $262.6 billion in one year – also a new record for California.

To further put these numbers into perspective, the general fund budget during my first year in the Assembly was $85.9 billion. This year’s budget, at $122.6 billion, represents an increase of 42.7 percent over five

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new layer of taxes, as might be proposed via multiple ballot initiatives.

Second, this budget misses an important opportunity to prioritize transportation. It’s clear that our state’s transportation infrastructure needs vast improvement. The budget highlights a $5.7 billion annual shortfall in funding for state highway maintenance and rehabilitation. To close this shortfall, the Governor has proposed a $500 million gas tax increase, and a $2 billion vehicle registration fee increase to repair roads. Both of these solutions would place the burden on low-income Californians.

Meanwhile, my Republican colleagues in the Assembly have proposed a nine-step plan to make transportation a priority. That plan would generate $4.3 billion in new revenue to fund transportation improvements without raising taxes.

The plan would halt the diversion of transportation funds to nontransportation purposes, invest surplus state revenue, and eliminate significant waste at CalTrans.

In addition to dismissing this plan, the Governor continues his unwavering and uncompromising commitment to the high-speed rail system that will cost billions. Already, the first segment is $9 billion over budget.

state’s finances in both the short and long-term. Since the 2007-08 budget, total state spending on healthcare has increased by nearly $49 billion (70 percent). The most significant portion of this growth can be attributed to mandatory and optional increases tied to federal health care reform within the MediCal program.

By the end of 2016-17, Medi-Cal will cover 13.5 million Californians (more than one-third of the population). The state also recently passed a law to cover children of undocumented immigrants, which will cost $182 million dollars out of the general fund – without a dime of matching federal funds.

As health care costs continue to rise, and if our state continues to expand healthcare eligibility and service, it will grow even more difficult to restrain our state’s spending.

As a result of the economic recovery, California has a unique opportunity to shore up our state’s finances, invest in long-term transportation infrastructure, and work toward reigning in the spending growth of health and social services. I urge the Governor and my colleagues in the legislature not to squander this opportunity.

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has decreased 1 percent. Clearly, the fantasies of Sacramento don’t match the realities on the ground.

This is a trend that should make us nervous. While we’re certainly far better off today than we were 5 years ago, our economy isn’t the resurgent machine that these budget numbers would suggest. Our state’s revenues are still far too reliant upon the capital gains realized by a concentrated population in Silicon Valley. A downturn in that area by itself could severely hamper our state’s finances.

While I hold those concerns, I do applaud the Governor for his commitment to protecting and strengthening the state’s rainy day fund. As we’ve seen time and time again, a failure to plan and prepare for economic downturns can have significant negative impacts upon the state’s finances.

Ultimately, I have three primary takeaways from this governor’s budget and the future of our state.

First, it’s entirely clear that there is no need for an extension of the temporary tax increases approved in 2012 by voters (Proposition 30).

Our state has seen large revenue windfalls already, we’ve significantly increased spending, and we have a budget surplus. These factors – and a recognition that taxes could

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Hillary Clinton in the national polls for the Democratic nomination for president, don’t be. It’s really quite simple, we all like free stuff.

Think about it. Why does every product advertised on television these days offer a second product for free? You instinctively know that those advertisers simply double the cost of the product you buy so that they can “give” you that second one you didn’t want or need.

However, consumers seem unable to resist this temptation so they buy, paying twice as much as they should have. Of course, this charade didn’t begin with television. It’s as old as time.

Little wonder that so many are gaga for Sanders. All he needs is a white beard and we could call him Santa Claus.

Sanders is particularly popular among college students. After all, he has promised to make college a “right” and, therefore, free. Sanders is equally popular among young adults who managed to eke out a degree but piled up huge student loans in the process and now find themselves underemployed, if employed at all. Sanders not only promised to reduce their student loans, but give them good-paying government jobs to boot. Also, you can forget those healthcare premiums and co-pays. Santa Sanders will make healthcare free.

I encountered one seemingly bright college student recently. I’ll call him Sam. Sam was waiting tables at a local restaurant. When I mentioned that I was anxious to get home in order to watch a presidential debate, he gave me a REACH 75,000± REAdERs /week (print & online) with a Classified Ad - Starting at $20!

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blank stare. Sam had never seen a presidential debate, but bemoaned the fact that he was going to have to buy health insurance before the end of the month or pay a fine.

One of the selling points for “Obamacare” was that it allows young people to remain on their parents’ health plans until the age of 26. What went wrong here?

Mom’s premiums went so high she could no longer afford to support her young dependents.

Sam was convinced that Sanders will solve all his problems. “Socialism looks good on paper,” he said matter-of-factly. He was completely unaware that, throughout history, socialism or Marxism always resulted in a lower standard of living for all but the ruling class. Sam’s only concern was meeting his immediate needs.

Why go to college? To get a better job and secure your future.

Under socialism, what happens when you get a better job? In “progressive” quasi-democratic socialist states, those higher wages you earn are simply taxed away in the name of “fairness” in order to pay for all this free stuff.

Yes, Bernie Sanders has promised to raise taxes, not just on the rich but the middle class, which is anyone who has a job and is not on welfare. This will make it harder for this college student to keep a small portion of what he earns to invest in his future. If he manages to beat the odds in this new socialist utopia, any investment he makes will face even more taxes, making it harder for this young man to climb up the economic ladder.

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What if he decides to strike out on his own and begin a business? That business will be more likely to fail because of all the new regulations Sanders wants to impose. A young entrepreneur will find it difficult to take on and train new employees because of the Sanders-proposed $15 an hour minimum wage.

If he should beat the odds again and grow into a corporation, he will face even more obstacles. Under the socialist ideology, corporations are evil and must be heavily taxed and controlled until they are taken over by the state.

Yes, democratic-socialism is not an end in itself, but a stop on the road to a totalitarian government: “We are activists committed to democracy as not simply one of our political values but our means of restructuring society.”

“We are socialists because we reject an economic order based on private profit.” (DSA Constitution: Purpose) As our young college student ages, he will face more health problems. Only then will he realize that our healthcare system – once the envy of the world – has changed.

No, the free-market system isn’t perfect, but it has provided our citizens with the highest standard of living in the world. Are all those Generation Xers and Millennials really willing to give that up for free stuff?

Jane Chastain is a Southern California-based broadcaster, author and political commentator. Despite her present emphasis on politics, Jane always will be remembered as the nation’s first female TV sportscaster, spending 17 years on the sports beat. Jane blogs at JaneChastain.com. She is a pilot who lives on a private runway.

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Built as a general store in early 1890, The Merc in Old Town Temecula now features live entertainment and art galleries and exhibitions.

A painting of the Old Town Temecula Community Theater by artist Lisa Owen-Lynch currently on display at The Merc.

This historical photo shows the inside of the Merc known at the time as Burnham Store circa 1974.

Raevyn Walker Valley News Intern There exists three distinguishing and defining characteristics of the Temecula Valley: the wine country, hot air balloons and the Merc.

The Merc, an integral part of the Temecula Valley Community Theater, refers to the brick building, erected in 1890, which now functions as a venue for a plethora arts of events, including theater performances, concerts and book signings. Almost every day, the stage spotlights blink on and the Merc enlightens the community with talent.

“The Merc has something to offer for everyone, of all ages and for all prices,” said Beatriz Barnett, the theater manager of Temecula Valley Community Theater. “You can see world class performances and artists from around the globe, you can hear Broadway stars.”

Aside from the sight and sounds, Barnett believes many theatergoers are drawn to the Merc’s performances because “they are going to see a show on a historical landmark.”

The lobby and art gallery at The Merc in Old Town Temecula.

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Built by Philip Pohlman after he won the lottery, the Merc stands as the first brick building in Temecula. The location was first used as a department store and called a mercantile store, the meaning behind the venue’s current name.

From the start, the Merc prospered, frequently pulling in customers from the railroad station nearby.

The Merc filtered through a series of different owners, and names throughout the 1900s. It

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The Merc’s art gallery is currently featuring the work of local artist Lisa Owen-Lynch.

was acquired by Nate DeArmond, who outfitted the building to be an auto repair shop. Then, the Merc turned into an antique store under Walt Moore and Howard Raish’s ownership.

“The building has seen many lives, but it always has been valuable for the community,” Barnett said.

“No matter the name, The Merc has served as a place to nourish the town, whether it is selling food, ... repairing cars, or providing a center

for the arts.”

The city of Temecula bought the Merc in 2005 and transformed it into a theater. Barnett began working for the Merc, at its inception, as the Patron Services Coordinator.

She would later assume the theater manager position, which was drawn toward as her occupation is “a marriage of my personal passions and my professional expertise.” She has witnessed the venue’s growth and remains captivated by the many great names that have performed there, including Broadway star, Shoshana Bean and X Factor contestants, the Brewer Boys.

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The Merc provides ticket sales for live entertainment at The Merc’s small theater and for live entertainment at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater.

In order to perform sweeping upgrades and repairs to the Merc, the stage was closed beginning March of last year. Barnett knows that this procedure was inevitable, adding that, “It is a 125-year-old building, so it needs fixes.”

Reopening in August of last year, the Merc is back to hosting regular showings, some of which are hosted on a recurring basis. Two of the most popular events include Jazz at the Merc and Country at the Merc, showing weekly. These shows have built a dedicated audience of returning visitors, who are attracted not only by the performers, but by the Merc itself.

“Inside of a brick building, it has natural acoustics,” Barnett said. “You don’t have to enhance or do anything.

The sound is perfect. It is beautiful.”

Brick by brick and show by show, the Merc continues to add life and shine light into the Valley community.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS KIDS AND TEENS: Jan. 29 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lost in Space! Well…not exactly lost… more like discovering! You won’t be traveling in a spaceship but you will get to observe planets and the big beyond as you get to explore the skies and solar system at the Children’s Museum, 42081 Main St. Temecula. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

Feb. 5 – 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Fingerprint Foolishness at Penny Pickles. Come and bring your children to Penny Pickles, located at 42081 Main St. Temecula, to come and learn about fingerprinting and everything that includes! For more information, visit: www. pennypickles.org or call (951) 308-6376.

Feb. 12 – 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. KIDS ONLY CLUB: Valentine Party Time. Kids, let your parents have a romantic (ew!) night to themselves while you come and have some fun with Professor Pennypickles!

Fee: $15/child; must be 5-10 years old. This will be a lock-in event and children will need to be preregistered. For more information, visit: www.pennypickles.org or call (951) 308-6376.

Feb. 14 – All day. Pennypickle’s Sweetheart Birthday Bash. It’s Professor Pennypickles birthday and his assistants and Beaker are throwing him a party – and YOU are invited! Lots of fun and surprises throughout the day. $5/person (ages 2 and up). For more information, visit: www.pennypickles.org or call (951) 308-6376.

ENTERTAINMENT Now- Jan. 31 – 7-9 p.m. Beauty and the Beast Jr. 2016 at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. The classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast who is really a prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Jan. 30 – 8 p.m. Comedy at the Merc with PRN! Hilarity ensues!

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will perform at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Willie K performs a variety of musical genres including: Hawaiian, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Rock, Country Western and Opera.

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Feb. 11 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula.

Enjoy an evening of Jazz hosted

by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents featuring: Jim De Julio Trio. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 11 – 8-10 p.m. Led Zepagain a Led Zeppelin Tribute presented

by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 12 – 8-10 p.m. Quattrosound presented by Temecula Presents a t t h e O l d To w n Te m e c u l a Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Quattrosound music takes you from harmonies and lyrics to rhythms. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 13 – 7:30 p.m. Music for the Heart presented by California Chamber Orchestra in association with Temecula Presents. Come celebrate the most romantic of holidays with music about intricacies of love at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 14 – 2 – 5 p.m. That’s Italian: A Tribute to the Great Italian Singers and Songwriters presented

by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Enjoy tributes to famous midcentury era Italian entertainers such as Dean Martin, Louis Prima, Mario Lanza, and, of course, Frank Sinatra. Backed by conductor Jeff Stover and his All Star Big Band, Frank Disalvo and Mike Costley bring back the classic Italian songs, love ballads, and personalities with a show full of singing, humor and camaraderie, leaving audiences thoroughly entertained.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Jan. 29-30 – 7-10 p.m. Rock the Oaks – A Benefit for Arts

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helping to write, direct, and even star onstage with some of the region’s most talented comedic actors. The Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Jan. 31 – 7 p.m. Cabaret at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula presents: Rising Stars! Cabaret brings the very best of Broadway to Old Town Temecula. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Jan. 31– 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula.

Presented by California Chamber Orchestra in association with Temecula Presents. Classics is a weekly chamber recital series.

Each Sunday afternoon they feature an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 4 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula.

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by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents featuring: Mon David with Josh Nelson and Peter Marshall. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 6 – 7-10 p.m. Country Live at the TCC, 28816 Pujol St. Temecula. Presented by Gwyn Sanborn. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 6 – 2-4:15 p.m. Neil Diamond Tribute at The Golden Bears Theater, 31555 Rancho Vista Rd. Temecula. Cost: $5$25. Tickets and Information: Alana (951) 587-1536 or tickets@ inlandvalleysymphony.org. Enjoy a night full of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits backed by the Temecula Valley Symphony.

Feb. 8 – 8-10 p.m. Avocado Dance Theatre presented by Temecula Presents will be at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Avocado’s new works incorporate multimedia in their dances and are inspired by poetry to create dance for the audiences to enjoy. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 10 – 7:30-10 p.m. Willie K Presented by Temecula Presents

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& Autism presented by School of Rock. Rock the Oaks is an upbeat live music show with pop, country, classic rock, gospel and Broadway. This is a great way to support the community and the kids of Oak Grove Center. Event will take place at 38801 Calostoga Dr. Murrieta. Cost: $20 per person.

Proceeds from the concert will benefit the performing arts and autism programs of Oak Grove Center. Two shows Saturday: 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets and Information: www.rocktheoaks.org.

Jan. 29 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Taste of Osher at the Temecula Higher Education Center, 43200 Business Park Dr. Temecula. This is a free event. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) is a nonprofit, memberbased organization established to improve quality of life for adult learners over 50 years of age through higher education and the arts. The program provides a wide array of educational programming by university professors and experts in their respective fields and is free of tests and grades. Information: JoAnne (760) 750-8613 or jmendez@csusm.edu.

Feb. 13 – 9 – 4 p.m. FREE Electronic Waste Recycling Event hosted by the Temcula Valley Chamber of Commerce located at the Temecula Promenade’s parking lot. Electronic Waste includes: most electronics or electric appliances with a cord or circuit board, which includes: computer monitors, television sets, printers, laptops, copiers, scanners, fax machines, toner catridges, etc. There will be $5 service charge for microwave ovens and refrigerators, washer and dryers, fluorescent light bulbs, and household batteries will not be accepted. For more information, call: (951) 676-5090.

Feb. 19 – 6-10 p.m. Casino Royal –Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Extravaganza Celebration will be at Doffo Winery, 36083 Summitville St. Temecula. Appetizers, dessert, drink, funny money, DJ, raffles an d m o r e! I n f o r m ati o n an d Reservations: (951) 672-1991.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Now – MSJC College District announces participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Information: Nancy Alvarado (951) 639-5605, (951) 487-3605 or nalvarado@msjc.edu.

Now – Professional Clothing Drive presented by the Salvation Army Riverside County Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program.

The Salvation Army is looking for unwanted dress shoes or suit jackets to help the men of the Salvation Army A.R.C. Program better their life. Make donations at any chamber office or the Storm Stadium and receive one free ticket to a Monday or Tuesday game at Storm Stadium. Information: Eilyn (951) 940-5790, ext.115 or Eric

(951) 245-4487, ext. 218.

Now – MSJC has Occupational Internships available through its Career and Technical Education Department. Students can gain “hands-on” experience in their field, reinforce learning and make connections with industry. See what opportunities are currently available for the fall 2015 semester.

Information: Matthew (951) 6395437 or mleyden@msjc.edu.

Now – FTAspay is a local nonprofit spay-neuter assistance organization. Their mission to end animal shelter euthanasia through affordable spay/neuter and microchipping. FTAspay has partnered with Menifee Animal Clinic to offer affordable spay/ neuter rates, available through their website www.FTAspay.org. In addition to their low online pricing ($50 for dogs and $30 for cats) they periodically run spay-neuter specials. Follow their website and Facebook for $10 microchip clinics. Donations to FTAspay are tax deductible.

Now – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 6th St. Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write yours! Information: (951) 694-6464.

Jan. 29 – 6 p.m. NAFE meeting at D’ Canters Restaurant, 32100 Clinton Keith Rd, Wildomar. Topic: “How Does Your Mindset Affect Your Journey.” Speaker: Joan E. Wakeland. For more information, visit: www.wrnafe.com.

Feb. 9 – 9:30 a.m. The Murrieta Garden Club will meet at the Murrieta Community Center, 41816 Juniper St. Guest speaker, garden theme photo contest and more. Join this informative meeting with topics including gardening, interests in civic beauty and charitable projects.

Information: murrietagardenclub@ yahoo.com.

Feb. 10 – 11:30 a.m. NAFE meeting at Merna’s Grill and Café, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd, Sun City.

Topic: “Learn How to Turn Your Profile Into Profit, Relationships and Revenue on LinkedIn. Speaker: Rhonda Sher. For more information, visit: www.wrnafe.com.

Feb. 12 – 6 p.m. Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly (MTRA) will hold their monthly dinner meeting at Temecula City Hall’s Conference Center, 41000 Main St. Temecula. Guest speaker Howard Hyde will cover the topic “Escape from Berkeley: An Exliberal Progressive Socialist’s Warning and Advice for America.”

Non-member cost: $20 per person.

RSVP to contactus@MT-RA.com or Information: Bob (951) 600-7370.

Feb. 16 – 10:30 a.m. Temecula Va l l e y R e p u b l i c a n Wo m e n Federated (TVRWF) Luncheon meeting will be held at Wilson Creek Winery with guest speaker, Congressman Ken Calvert. RSVP

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Temecula Library sets teen Valentine’s Day craft program

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Ponte Vineyard Inn one of Top 25 Hotels in US, TripAdvisor says

Ponte Vineyard Inn surprises guests with their sweeping grounds, water features, and mission style architecture.

A view from above, Ponte Vineyard Inn hosts 60 rooms, nestled into the Ponte Vineyard estate in Southern California Temecula Valley Wine Country.

Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer It’s official. According to Trip Advisor.com – and a list combined from traveler input from across the nation – one of the best places to stay in the country is right here in Temecula Valley Wine Country.

“Ponte Vineyard Inn was on the Trip Advisor list for the second year in a row,” stated Monica Rigali, Ponte Family Estate’s Marketing Manager. “We found out Thursday morning, and couldn’t be more excited about the news.”

The world’s leading travel authority, Trip Advisor named Ponte Vineyard Inn a “Top 10 Winner” of the Traveler’s Choice award.

Known as the “world’s largest travel site,” TripAdvisor.com offers user reviews for millions of travelers, and reaches 350 million unique monthly visitors to their web sites.

Reviewers are encouraged to upload their own pictures along with their reviews.

“The winners were based upon millions of reviews collected in the course of a single year from TripAdvisor users, worldwide,” according to the release. The calculations are conduced based upon guest-ratings, the numbers of reviews posted online at TripAdvisor.com.

Guest ratings on TripAdvisor. com often mention the amenities, the quality of the accommodations,

as well as the size of the rooms and bathrooms. Other services noted were the staff’s knowledge of the area, the wine, and the quality of the restaurant.

“Ponte Vineyard Inn’s reviews have consistently been high ever since our opening,” Rigali said in interview. “The full credit for this second award-- and this year as number six in the country-- goes to our team at the Inn.” Other top hotels included in the list were the Nantucket Hotel and Resort in Nantucket, Massachusetts, the French Quarter Inn in Charleston, South Carolina, the Oxford Hotel in Bend, Oregon, the Icona Diamond Beach in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, the Talbott Hotel in Chicago, the Belamere Suites in Perrysburg, Ohio and the Casablanca Hotel Times Square in New York.

If you’ve visited the Ponte Vineyard Inn, you’ll understand why.

Service, excellence, and quality are top priority for every staff member of the hotel. “Hotels don’t close,” Rigali said. “We are open 24 hours a day. It is the staff ’s number one priority to really nurture our guests.”

Part of that nurturing begins when you walk in the door. “All who stay with us are greeted with a glass of bubbly Moscato,” Rigali said. From there, the atmosphere of the hotel, the grounds, as well as food and wine appeal to the senses.

“Guests are surprised when they come to the Inn,” he said. “Many visitors don’t know what they will find in Temecula Valley Wine Country. It’s an area many people haven’t discovered yet. The Inn is a hidden gem.”

Not so hidden anymore, Ponte Vineyard Inn has risen from the Number 13 spot on TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice list to Number 6 in just over one year. Ponte Vineyard Inn was one of 7,000 properties evaluated for this award.

“Our visitors expect a nice hotel but blown away by the length that the staff goes to in making their guests feel special,” Rigali said.

Styled after the Carmel Mission, the Ponte Vineyard Inn is a beautiful setting to relax, sip wine, get away from chaos of city. The hotel opened in 2012, and is adjacent to the Ponte Family Estate Winery.

It remains the only AAA Four Diamond hotel in Temecula Valley Wine Country.

Also, known for their sustainable features throughout the property, Ponte Vineyard Inn achieved a Green Leader Platinum award— another TripAdvisor.com in 2015.

That award goes to hotels with guest education on green practices, linen reuse program, organic toiletries, leftover materials practices, and energy saving guest room controls. “We have many winter visitors who come and stay with us,” Rigali said. “We are grateful

The Ponte Vineyard Inn’s grounds afford luxury walking paths, private getaway seating, and a unique presence in this award winning location.

to have been acknowledged once again by the reviewers of TripAdvisor.com.”

The only Southern California hotel to have made the top 10, Ponte Vineyard Inn has much to celebrate. Visit Ponte Vineyard Inn

in Temecula, California online at www.PonteVineyardInn.com or in person at 35001 Rancho California Rd, Temecula. Find their reviews online at www.TripAdvisor.com or for more information call (951) 383-6588.

‘Fluffy’ Funnyman Gabriel Iglesias coming to Pala Casino PALA – That “fluffy” funny man, Gabriel Iglesias, will return to the Events Center stage “Fluffy Breaks Even” tour at 8 p.m., Friday, May 6, at Pala Casino Spa & Resort.

Iglesias’ high-octane, sold-out show is always a highlight of Pala’s entertainment season and “Fluffy Breaks Even” will be an unscripted series that features Iglesias along with his eccentric tour mates and fellow comedians, Martin Moreno and Rick Gutierrez, as they travel to new cities, meet fans and attempt the impossible – balancing big meals with big workouts.

The series will explore the comedy of consequences in each city on the world comedy tour as members of Fluffy’s crew enjoy big meals and then work out the next day to

“breakeven.”

Tickets for the Gabriel Iglesias tour cost $75, $65, $65, and $45 depending on the seat locations.

The event will be in the Pala Resort and Casino Events Center and will begin at 8 p.m.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 29, with no service charge, at the Pala Box Office in the casino, or call 1-877-WIN PALA (1877-946-7252). Tickets also are available at Star Tickets, 1-800585-3737, or www.startickets.com.

Pala at 11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA. is located in Northern San Diego County; from San Diego/ Riverside, take I-15 to Highway 76 east five miles; from Los Angeles County and Orange County, take I-5 south to Highway 76 east, then

Gabriel Iglesias will perform at Pala Casino in May. Courtesy photo

travel 23 miles. Pala is 15 miles north of Escondido, 12 miles south of Temecula. For more information, go to http://www.palacasino.com

Local contestants from “The Voice” to perform at Stars of the Valley Kim Harris Managing Editor Four competitors who were selected to perform on NBC’s hit television show “The Voice” will be performing at this year’s Stars of the Valley Awards Party and Benefit scheduled Feb. 6. at the South Coast Winery Resort and Spa located at 34843 Rancho California Road in Temecula.

The Stars of the Valley Awards Party is a Golden Globe style awards style benefit that honors main beneficiaries for that year.

Charity for Charity and Stars of the Valley Founder Charity Prestifilippo said that she was ecstatic to announce the performers lined up for the event.

“Four performers from this past season 9 of THE VOICE will be performing at Stars of the Valley this year,” Prestifilippo said. “These boys were amazing on the show, and we get to see them live.”

Included on the list is Temecula’s own Cole Criske who was on celebrity judge Blake Shelton’s team until he was eliminated in the knock-out round. The talented 16-year-old has a beautiful voice along with an inspirational story and will perform twice during the beneficiary seg-

ment of the show. Criske will also perform twice with the other artists following the intermission.

Zach Seabaugh from Georgia made it all the way to the semifinals during his season on “The Voice.”

Also on Shelton’s team, the 17-yearold country crooner with his AllAmerican looks and fantastic voice quickly became a crowd favorite.

Seabaugh will sing twice with the group as well as give a solo performance after the intermission.

Braiden Sunshine lived up to his name during his time on “The Voice.” He quickly became a favorite of his celebrity mentor Gwen Stefani as well as the hears of the Nation. Style make-overs that Stefani performed on the Connecticut native were often the water cooler talk of the day following his performances. The 15-year-old rocker was the youngest to ever make it on “The Voice” and Sunshine went all the way to the semifinals before being voted off the show.

Texas native Chance Pena has a strong and mature voice belying his 15 years. Like Criske, Pena’s time on the show was cut short during the Knockout rounds. Pena’s Mentor Adam Levine chose the crooner in Season 9 saying “When I turned around and saw you sing, the thing

that these guys (the other judges) didn’t see was the emotion. I was so drawn in.” Pena will perform a solo as well as with the others who were selected for the show.

The foursome will be singing seven songs throughout the night, two of which will be performed together, Prestifilippo said.

“That’s a concert if you ask me, and you get that plus dinner, wine, and all the other fun things in store, for only $100 per ticket,” she said.

“Three of these boys are traveling from all across the country just to perform for us. This is not something you get to see live every day.”

Prestifilippo said she was appreciative to Criske’s mother, Lynette Stone for bringing the group together for this year’s Stars of the Valley event. Stone contacted all of the parents of the performers to make their appearance in Temecula possible.

“I can’t wait... Blake, Gwen and Adam, they’re all ours now,” Prestifilippo said.

This year’s event is scheduled for Feb. 6 at the South Coast Winery Resort and Spa located at 34843 Rancho California Road in Temecula. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.charityforcharity.org.

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Temecula woman first ever to say “I Do” on the ice

The on-ice ceremony included the bride, groom, their parents, eight bride’s attendants and seven groomsmen – all but bride and groom in Los Angeles Kings hockey jerseys.

Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer

everything with unwavering love and faith.”

With medicine, the pacemaker and other When Temecula, California issues, Aleesa admits that native Aleesa Huber accepted she can’t do what a typical boyfriend James Miller’s mar24-year-old woman should be riage proposal, she never imagined able to do. they’d say “I do” at one of their “Our next step is closing the favorite sports venues. hole in my heart,” she said. “One “James wanted a big white thing at a time.” wedding, I wanted just city hall, The bride wore white, attendants something simple,” she said. “Due wore jerseys to my heart condition, we’ve had to The Los Angeles Kings piled change our plans so many times.” on the generosity to this loyal fan In October of 2015, James gifted couple. Aleesa wore white, as she them with a series of Los Angeles already had the dress, and bridesKings tickets. maids and groomsmen alike wore “It was for the home opener, and jeans, black shoes, and black Los five more games,” she said. “On Angeles Kings jerseys.

November 6, we went to the last “I considered wearing a jersey of those games. We watched the over my dress, but decided against next game from my hospital bed.” it,” she smiled. Kaylyn Saffell, one On Nov. 12, James traded tweets of Aleesa’s long time Temecula with player Anze Kopitar’s “Dog” friends, donated her jersey to the – On Twitter as GustlTweets. bride – of course, with Anze Ko“James jokingly asked Gustl if pitar’s name emblazoned on the he, or the King’s mascot Bailey, back. The one that started it all, would officiate our wedding,” along with dog Gustl.

Aleesa said. “We never dreamed “They gave us private ice time the Los Angeles Kings would take before the game, when we were us seriously.” married in front of 98 members of A whirlwind ensued, with direct our family and friends,” she said. messages and emails to the Los “After the ceremony, we walked Angeles Kings management. down the tunnel and into a beauti“We were put in touch with the ful surprise reception.”

King’s general information email, The Los Angeles Kings donated and I sent a note explaining our two cakes, snacks, an open bar and story, and how it would be amaza reception room to the wedding ing to have a reception at a Kings guests. home game,” she said. “Within “We were going to just let people 40 minutes, they emailed us back break for dinner and come back to saying not only would they love to watch the game,” she said, “but have us, but they wanted to give the Kings gave us a place to be us the opportunity to be the first with our friends, a cake couple ever married on to cut, our first dance, a the Staples Center ice.” lot of things we would not have gotten to do In sickness and in otherwise.” health The bride and groom In August, 2013, a had their first dance to year and a half into their Journey’s “Faithfully,” relationship, Aleesa was then had the rare opdiagnosed with a serious portunity to meet some heart condition – serious of their favorite players. enough to make planning “I met Tyler Toffoli. her wedding a significant challenge. When asked A special congratulatory cake for the bride and groom, Once we found out we were going to get marthe length of her heart thanks to the staff at the Los Angeles Kings. complications, Aleesa reviewed her current list of health issues.

“The most recent is Ventricular Tachycardia, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia and a hole in my heart,” she said, adding that her pacemaker would be 2 years old this coming February. “It’s an impressive list.”

After graduating from Temecula Valley High School in 2009, with no thought to health issues, Aleesa attended Cal State Channel Islands and met her true love near Camarillo, California. They settled into their whirl-wind lifestyle, from country line dancing to attending sporting events. Most notably, watching the Los Angeles Kings play at Staples Center.

“I caught on with a love of hockey and of the Los Angeles Kings, from James and his 10 closest friends,” she said. Understanding their vows of “in sickness and in health” more than two young people should, their love of Kings hockey has helped through Aleesa’s diagnosis and many hospital stays.

They’ve been together for multiple doctor’s visits, surgeries, MRIs and frequently Aleesa refers to her health challenges as being “ours.”

“James and I fell in love before I was diagnosed and he decided to stay with me after,” she said.

Having James know her before she was sick, and decide to stay with her, is one of Aleesa’s most treasured truths.

“He chose to stay with me. It’s the best thing I could have ever asked for,” she said. “He’s handled

In the breezeway, the Millers meet one of their heroes, Bob Miller – longtime Los Angeles Kings announcer.

ried there, I joked with James that if Tyler – my boyfriend – showed up, I would be toast! Of course, James told (Tyler) the story and we had a big laugh,” she said. “It was out of control exciting. I had to go sit down.”

Of the wedding on the Los Angeles Kings ice, the bride thought she’d freeze, but in reality, she wasn’t cold at all.

Thank you notes Aleesa and Jim have so many to thank for making this dream a reality.

“My dad walked me down the aisle, our parents were flabbergasted by the amount of love shown to us by the Kings organization, like Group Sales Manager Stephen Fiamengo,” she said. “I watch these people all of the time, they give me something to look forward to.”

On marrying her true love in their favorite place, Aleesa’s gratitude overflowed.

“It is so humbling to receive all of this love. At one point, all almost 100 of us were out on the ice having our picture taken, which we didn’t think we’d be able to do. The entire place started chanting, ‘Go Millers Go!’ like the crowd does when they cheer ‘Go Kings Go!’ I was sobbing. But then again, I cry all the time these days.”

At one point, Fox Sports West’s reporter Alex Curry handed Aleesa a makeup wipe to wipe the tears off her face.

“I couldn’t believe it. I watch her on television, six days a week and she was helping me on my wedding day,” Aleesa said. “We are so incredibly grateful.”

Aleesa Miller poses for selfies with her bridesmaids. Kaylyn Saffell sports the Kopitar jersey she will later gift to Miller.

Posing for pictures, Aleesa and James Miller pose with the Los Angeles Kings Ice Crew girls and Bailey, the mascot.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden

Market at a glance (As of January 24, 2016) TEMECULA No of Homes Sold

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

18

32

4

16

4

18

4

29

(353) 346

(352) 348

(65) 69

(247) 253

(89) 97

(124) 129

(148) 156

(441) 418

Average Selling Price

$542,721

$349,581

$326,975

$302,910

$417,500

$266,800

$148,500

$204,089

Average List Price

$717,339

$670,877

$357,691

$352,350

$565,430

$370,525

$265,441

$253,512

Median List Price

$515,950

$433,938

$374,900

$330,000

$469,000

$355,000

$246,950

$220,250

$194

$168

$145

$155

$192

$149

$148

$139

Inventory of Properties Listed

Asking Price per Square Foot Average Days on Market

(125) 121

(112)

(125) 121

(88) 86

96

(121) 129

Most Expensive Listing

$7,700,000

$3,495,000

$745,000

$1,750,000

$1,800,000

$775,000

$469,000

$1,790,000

Least Expensive Listing

$299,888

$159,000

$115,000

$75,000

$134,500

$185,000

$62,000

$9,900

Average Age of Listing

17

16

19

22

29

12

28

35

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

34%

34%

29%

32%

32%

28%

40%

27%

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

15%

11%

9%

11%

10%

10%

10%

10%

% of Flip properties (price increase) Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft) Median Number of Bedrooms Median Number of Bathrooms Market Action Index*

113

(105)

95

(94)

88

(104)

6%

9%

9%

8%

2%

5%

9%

6%

2896

3000

2485

2197

2360

2438

1644

1596

8001-10,000

8001-10,000

8001-10,000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

3.0

4.0

3.0

3.0

3.0

3.0

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.0

2.0

Seller (38.8)

Seller (39.2)

Seller (45.7)

Seller (41.5)

Seller (38.6)

Seller (44.5)

Seller (45.9)

Seller (41.8)

*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 01/25/16. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 01/24/16. Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

Tips for the Millennial homebuyer

John Occhi & Mike Mason Special to the Valley News The youngest generation in the real estate market are those who were born between 1982 and 2004 and are known in today’s society as “The Millennial” generation.

Typically, the era we are in now is the first opportunity this generation has had the opportunity to seriously consider buying their own home.

Certainly, they are not taking the same approach as their parents and grandparents before them.

Never has a generation of first time homebuyers entered the market with the recent real estate recession fresh on their minds while carrying record high student loan debt and faced with high unemployment rates while the mortgage industry continues to make it more difficult than ever to pursue a favorable home loan. It’s no wonder that the Millennial Generation has not been so quick to jump on the home ownership train in pursuit of the American Dream!

As a generation, the Millennials have the unique position to have witnessed their parents and grandparents struggle with real estate, after buying their first home in their 20s and early 30s. They saw the frustration and despair as many lost family homes and fortunes as the economy headed south into a deep recession.

It’s natural that many Millennials were soured on the whole idea of home ownership…but it shouldn’t.

The perfect time to buy There are two conditions that effect every homebuyer – the price of the home and the price of money.

Home prices dipped to their lowest value somewhere around 2010-12.

Since then, prices have slowly been increasing. Today there are still many affordable homes on the market, but

prices are continuing to climb and it is unlikely, short of another economic disaster that prices will ever be this low again.

It’s important to remember that real estate is a long-term investment that has traditionally done very well for a lot of people in a lot of different circumstances. Real estate prices always seem to come back and flourish – based on the economic theory of ‘Supply & Demand.’ So long as you keep yourself in a good financial position and can avoid being reckless with your investment (borrowing against it and using your home as an ATM, for example) you should not have any problems riding out the ups and downs of any real estate market.

The other condition that will have a great bearing on the purchasing power of the Millennial homebuyer is the cost of money which translates into home loan interest rates. Today, even with the recent increases to the Prime Rate, interest rates are still in the range of historical lows.

Many Millennials will smartly only consider a home loan with an interest rate that is fixed for the entire term of the loan and not allow themselves to approach a slippery slope with low teaser rates that are certain to change in a few short years. Millennials see the variable rate loans as one of the big problems that forced many older homeowners from the family home earlier this century.

Seek advice While Millennials have a command of all things Internet today – especially on their Smart Devices, they still need to consult with a professional real estate agent. For a young person who is seriously considering the purchase of a home, they have obviously reached a level of maturity and have come further along in life than many of your peers.

Yet, with all of their wisdom they should still seek the assistance of a professional real estate agent to help them understand and grasp the entire home buying process. It’s important to find a real estate agent that not only understands your needs but has a strong grasp of the local neighbor-

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hoods, the school system (even if the buyer does not have children – or plan on it for some time – schools sell houses, so think ahead to the resale) and the demographics of the area being looked at for the new home.

Good real estate agents will have years and even decades of practical industry experience. They will have a firm grasp as what to do and what not to do when it comes to buying a home. A good real estate agent will know what options are available in the local housing market that will fit the needs of today’s Millennial homebuyer.

Along with local real estate knowledge it is important to find an agent that you trust. Use your gut to narrow down the field but take the time to interview at least three different agents from three different brokerages. Remember, the agent works for the buyer and they are not doing you a favor to help you find a home – they will be paid, by the seller for their expertise and service.

Choose wisely.

One important note about real estate and real estate agent - All Real Estate is local, and your real estate agent should be Too! Please don’t fall into the trap of selecting an agent because they came recommended (or worse – you have a personal connection with) but live outside the area you want to live in. It’s true that every California real estate agent is licensed to sell any property in the entire state – residential, commercial, land, etc. – but for your needs you want a local residential specialist. Anyone else wants a commission and may not have your bet interest at heart.

Mentors While your real estate agent will be legally responsible for the transaction and should have the most detailed information that is important there is nothing like having a mentor who has been through the experience and made their own mistakes and enjoyed their own successes.

Perhaps a parent, grandparent of a colleague at work can share what they did right and what they did wrong. Many times the stories they share are dated and the facts may be off – but the experience is real and worth your weight in gold if it helps you avoid a pitfall or helps you find the perfect home.

Neighborhoods Millennials, like no generation

before them, have more information at their fingertips (on any topic they desire) and know how to easily access it. While the data that comes to them from the Internet is very important, there is no substitute for driving a neighborhood.

It’s not only the housing that should be inspected but take the time to check out the local school – sure, there is lots of data on the Web about every school, but is it astatically pleasing or covered in graffiti? Are there large grass fields for sports and play or is it nearly all asphalt and concrete?

What about the local grocery store? Do you like the butcher and the produce departments? Is there a good yogurt shop nearby? Coffee shop? Do you like the local movie theater and other recreational facilities?

What is important to you and do you like what you find within a reasonable walking/driving distance… or do you feel like you would have to leave the ZIP code to do your shopping?

There are a lot of different elements to picking out the right neighborhood – especially if it is one you may not be familiar with.

Location is not only important to the Millennial buyer today but will be a strong factor when it comes to reselling the property and nothing is more important to the value of a home than its location.

Cost of ownership While purchasing a home, the biggest expense is, of course, the purchase price. However, keep in mind that there are many other fees and expenses with buying a home that typically must be paid for at the time of service. This will include home inspection costs, appraisal fees, loan costs and many other nickels and dimes will be spent.

Your real estate agent should be able to provide you with a good estimate as to what the purchase expenses will be. Of course, once escrow closes and you own your new home, there undoubtedly be cosmetic issues (paint. flooring, appliances, etc.), decorating costs (perhaps some new furniture) and even landscape expenses that you’ll want to budget for.

Aside from your monthly mortgage payment (principal and interest) there is also property taxes and homeowner’s insurance. Utilities can be expensive and should be budgeted

for before you buy. Of course, there will be ongoing maintenance issues with every home and need to be budgeted for.

Patience is a virtue Millennials are not the only generation that want instant gratification – it happens to the best of us.

You must realize that the process takes several months at best and may extend out six months to a year or even longer. There are many hurdles to overcome and until escrow closes almost anything can happen and set the process back. Purchasing a home is not for the faint at heart and should the process should be approached with persistence.

Take your time and don’t rush into a situation that makes you feel like your settling. While it is unlikely that what you end up with may not include every attribute of your dream home, it’s important to know what you are willing to compromise on and what you’re not. Don’t allow anyone to pressure you into jumping into something because you can.

Slow down, continue to research and continue to take the advice of your real estate agent and mentors. Take the time to know and understand the buying process and you’ll be in a much better position to make a knowledgeable decision.

Parting thoughts The process is a long and complicated one that only you are in control of. You can make as many offers on as many different homes as you are interested in. You can go through the negotiation process on several different homes (try to limit yourself to one at a time) without actually making the commitment to buy. You only get to hand the money over (fund a home loan) once – and only if you are happy with the property… so choose wisely and buy a home that will truly make you a happy Millennial Homeowner!

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Make a great escape with a specialty room for you TEMECULA – It has been said that distance makes the heart grow fonder. When the demands of life make it tough to get away, you can actually find your escape closer to home – right in your home, even – by carving out a corner to create a retreat just for you.

A room dedicated to you and all of your hobbies or personal interests can serve as a welcome escape from the real world if only for a little while. These tips make it simple to get started planning your big escape with ideas centered on some of the most common specialty rooms, as well as a solution for fitting the ideas into a smaller home.

Create a space for crafts. If you find your frazzled senses defraying with a little threading therapy, look to create a space that celebrates this pastime. With the rise in popularity of websites such as Pinterest, which feature a plethora of DIY ideas, you’ll have ample opportunity to distract your mind and busy your hands.

A room designed to let you explore your crafty side can help prevent the kitchen or dining room table from becoming a creative center or wrapping station around the holidays, and allows those areas to remain dedicated to family, food and friendship. It doesn’t have to be just for crafts, though. It can also be a place to settle down with a good book and just relax.

Keep your space clutter-free and ready to enjoy with a craft room such as those designed by Wellborn Cabinet, Inc., which can feature spacious storage and expansive countertops, providing ample space to create projects that help decorate both the interior and exterior of the home, or simply to unwind and relieve stress.

Don’t dismiss cars, bars and sports. If a room free of frou-frou decor where you can just unwind is more your ticket, a man cave may be just the answer. Man caves come in all shapes and sizes, from rowdy dens for sports fanatics to workshops decked out with the tools of your trade.

Even if decorating isn’t your thing, look for ways to make the place your own, whether you display trophies from your hunting excursions or decor emblazoned with the logos of your favorite sports teams. This is the room that allows you to relish in the hobbies you enjoy most.

If there isn’t a spare room or basement available, the garage can serve as a good alternative. With specific spots for tools and lawn

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care products – or even that car or motorcycle collection – the garage can meet the same needs as a more traditional man cave.

When two rooms become one.

Whether space limitations prohibit separate quarters, or you simply prefer to share your hobby time with a partner, you can create a specialty room that accommodates both your interests with a little creativity and planning. Working as a team, you can find the right accessories and storage to design a getaway for two. For example, a creative room from Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. offers more than 600 door styles, wood types and combinations. The result is a chance to combine two rooms, such as the man cave and craft room, for a sanctuary you can build and enjoy together.

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Cubby inserts and baskets help keep your things organized on shelves.

Sliding Shelves: Sliding shelves, drawers and baskets let you organize tools or crafting accessories while providing easy access to the items you’ve tucked away.

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Treating the tree If the homeowner decides to save the tree, the next question is: “Am I capable of repairing the damage myself, or should I seek professional help?” Major repair will undoubtedly require the use of a chain saw and climbing equipment. Unless one is experienced in the use of such equipment and comfortable working off the ground, it is best to have the work performed by a competent professional.

Inspect your trees for damage after a storm. If a tree has hazards, such as broken, hanging limbs or a split branch union (sometimes called a branch fork), you should have a reputable tree care company give an assessment. This is important because you could be held liable if the hazard branch or tree falls and damages property or causes personal injury.

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More severe damage – large broken branches, split crotches, removal of bark and splitting or splintering of the trunk - can be caused by strong winds and heavy ice storms and require more maintenance. When a tree is severely damaged, homeowners must ask: “Is this tree safe, and in good enough condition to keep?” A tree care professional should be consulted to answer this question.

“Most arborists will take the time and effort to save a tree only if the tree will still be healthy, attractive and of value to the property owner after repairs,” explains Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP and staff arborist for the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA). “A tree care expert may recommend removal of a tree that has brittle wood, or if the branch structure makes it vulnerable to damage from future storms. Trees that have been topped by storms, for example, can be prime candidates for removal,” says Andersen.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 132 closed transactions fro 1/18/16 - 1/24/16

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Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Anza

58841 Granite Gulley Road

$190,000

1298

2BR

1BA

10

Canyon Lake

Hemet

Lake Elsinore

Murrieta 26529 Jefferson Ave.

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Lake Elsinore

33150 Trabuco Drive

$276,000

1754

4BR

2BA

90

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Murrieta

39837 Via Castana

$324,500

2060

3BR

3BA

97

29575 Ash Dale Way

$245,000

1224

3BR

3BA

5

4127 Pearl Street

$329,000

2800

4BR

4BA

79

30951 Moonflower Lane

$342,000

2441

5BR

3BA

184

22841 Wind Song Place

$270,000

1875

3BR

2BA

15

970 Park Way

$160,000

1128

2BR

1BA

25

33672 Honeysuckle Lane

$352,500

2981

4BR

3BA

225

22688 Lighthouse Drive

$530,000

1856

3BR

2BA

153

15241 Washington Avenue

$330,000

2459

4BR

3BA

62

29237 Hydrangea Street

$355,000

3258

4BR

3BA

139

22680 Lighthouse Drive

$625,000

2558

3BR

3BA

179

26031 Bonita Vista Court

$129,000

1285

2BR

2BA

6

39299 Corte Alisos

$360,000

2584

3BR

3BA

46

724 LA JOLLA Avenue

$165,000

1149

3BR

2BA

21

26490 Mccall Boulevard

$145,000

1408

2BR

2BA

207

29308 Broken Arrow Way

$380,000

3146

4BR

3BA

11

1560 Whiterock Lane

$209,000

1376

3BR

2BA

97

27131 El Rancho Drive

$189,900

1098

2BR

2BA

212

36836 Maxmillian Avenue

$405,000

3800

6BR

5BA

104

3725 Stonemont Drive

$250,000

2367

4BR

3BA

37

26579 Mehaffey Street

$230,000

2079

2BR

2BA

118

38110 Camarada Lane

$428,000

3258

5BR

3BA

92

1333 Clydesdale Court

$320,000

2516

5BR

3BA

67

23883 Vista Way

$245,000

1206

3BR

2BA

14

37471 Harvest Drive

$510,000

3559

5BR

4BA

6

45330 Beard Street

$69,000

1440

2BR

2BA

89

29553 Datil Drive

$245,000

1520

3BR

1BA

144

1426 Hancock Circle

$108,000

1090

2BR

2BA

38

1060 Shellie Lane

$120,000

946

2BR

1BA

7

30451 Misty Creek Drive

$262,000

1342

3BR

2BA

49

1333 Avenida Floribunda

$240,000

1809

3BR

2BA

20

Menifee

San Jacinto

1176 Johnston Avenue

$120,000

906

2BR

1BA

86

26272 Topanga Way

$267,000

1570

3BR

3BA

57

1105 Reward Street

$245,000

2228

4BR

3BA

21

878 Cameo Avenue

$131,000

1062

2BR

2BA

59

27145 KEPLER Street

$275,500

1807

3BR

2BA

219

772 Sweet Clover

$259,000

2723

4BR

3BA

8

216 Palm Avenue

$150,000

1043

3BR

2BA

59

29619 Camino Pepita

$285,000

1676

3BR

3BA

2

1186 Newberg Commons

$270,000

3001

4BR

3BA

7

26144 Wanderlust Drive

$177,000

1646

3BR

2BA

28

29036 Heliodor Circle

$290,000

1704

4BR

2BA

172

1131 EVANS Street

$375,000

1514

3BR

1BA

170

42261 Misty Way

$182,000

1511

3BR

2BA

149

29668 Calle Edmundo

$290,000

1663

3BR

2BA

171

26895 Augusta Drive

$122,000

1066

2BR

2BA

23 225

Sun City

1491 Nolette Avenue

$186,000

1352

3BR

2BA

58

27320 Rio Vista Drive

$290,000

1663

4BR

2BA

22

26875 Augusta Drive

$137,500

1421

2BR

2BA

1490 Fallbrook Avenue

$190,000

1029

2BR

2BA

64

31858 Taton Court

$313,000

1968

4BR

3BA

46

26460 Sun City Boulevard

$149,500

1098

2BR

2BA

0

1463 Trinidad Street

$192,000

1798

3BR

2BA

51

27753 Whittington Road

$315,000

2391

4BR

3BA

164

28235 Encino Drive

$185,000

1068

2BR

2BA

56

2601 La Paz Avenue

$195,000

1608

3BR

2BA

99

31172 Casera Court

$330,500

2473

4BR

3BA

174

42140 Lyndie Lane

$175,000

1004

2BR

2BA

90

1328 Limonite Street

$200,000

1474

2BR

2BA

32

23834 Cheyenne Canyon Drive

$350,000

2904

4BR

3BA

307

39159 Rising Hill Drive

$295,000

1383

3BR

3BA

64

42335 Misty Way

$211,000

1923

3BR

2BA

24

29168 Bridalveil Lane

$350,500

2886

4BR

3BA

100

39650 June Court

$301,000

1254

3BR

2BA

50

41916 Thornton Avenue

$220,000

1976

4BR

2BA

57

24473 Waller Street

$225,000

816

2BR

1BA

44

31107 Riverton Lane

$340,000

1554

3BR

2BA

17

2370 Mimosa Avenue

$221,450

1785

4BR

3BA

100

24844 Ambervalley Avenue

$241,000

1411

3BR

3BA

112

30207 Silver Ridge Court

$359,900

1970

3BR

3BA

3

3636 Oslo Court

$224,990

1535

3BR

2BA

49

40608 Alondra Drive

$369,000

2164

4BR

3BA

48

41627 Cypress Point Way

$535,000

3454

5BR

3BA

42

1164 Pink Dawn Court

$225,000

2577

4BR

4BA

57

23986 Sweet William Lane

$375,000

2850

5BR

3BA

55

31712 Abruzzo Street

$578,076

3192

4BR

5BA

53

2153 Park Avenue

$227,000

2042

3BR

3BA

101

41993 Black Mountain

$379,900

2621

4BR

3BA

103

30940 Putter Circle

$350,000

1760

3BR

2BA

28

26209 Notre Dame Court

$229,350

1853

4BR

3BA

29

23650 Stephanie Lane

$392,000

3485

5BR

3BA

195

42442 Swoboda Court

$416,000

2294

3BR

3BA

50

40390 Royal Circle

$230,500

1839

4BR

2BA

45

42740 Mountain Shadow Road

$415,000

2417

4BR

3BA

131

44011 Calle De Velardo

$875,000

3400

4BR

3BA

67

43592 Yukon Court

$236,000

2071

5BR

2BA

61

23749 FIELDCREST

$430,000

2405

4BR

3BA

35

42966 VIA VALENCIA

$1,025,000

4114

4BR

5BA

171

5245 Inglestone Drive

$249,900

1876

4BR

2BA

9

23902 Conestoga Avenue

$499,000

2480

4BR

3BA

147

31752 Via San Carlos

$325,000

1442

3BR

2BA

50 7

Murrieta

Temecula

3454 Catalina Avenue

$257,500

2087

4BR

2BA

57

26311 Jackson Avenue

$120,000

1664

4BR

2BA

34

45696 Corte Lobos

$405,000

2321

3BR

3BA

1025 Halstead Way

$264,900

2024

4BR

3BA

9

40216 Via Acuna

$308,700

1585

2BR

2BA

53

32126 Sycamore Court

$435,000

2548

3BR

3BA

4

216 Caldera Lane

$265,000

2860

5BR

3BA

33

40169 Los Olivos Court

$325,000

1480

3BR

2BA

3

45588 Jaguar Way

$450,000

2847

4BR

4BA

102

33714 Mistflower Court

$280,000

1880

3BR

3BA

69

40588 Alondra Drive

$345,000

1666

3BR

2BA

17

45422 Bayberry Place

$525,000

3895

5BR

4BA

11

34042 Corktree Road

$325,000

2589

4BR

3BA

51

24012 Cambria Lane

$350,000

2704

5BR

3BA

13

45570 Anza Road

$829,000

4209

5BR

4BA

61

36491 Chervil Way

$326,255

2117

4BR

3BA

59

40672 Vernay Street

$357,000

1727

3BR

3BA

37

39440 Calle Contento

$1,550,000

6200

7BR

5BA

76

32505 Sprucewood Way

$359,000

3056

4BR

3BA

51

26946 Fayence Drive

$373,000

1935

3BR

3BA

84

33584 Sellers Road

$265,000

1770

3BR

3BA

34

5 Ponte Chiara

$389,000

2903

4BR

3BA

62

24392 Avenida Musico

$375,000

2591

4BR

3BA

33

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Median home prices on the rise, officials say RIVERSIDE – The median price of a home in Riverside County rose by 6.7 percent in December, compared with the same month a year ago, while the number of homes sold went up by 8.3 percent, a real estate information service announced last week.

According to CoreLogic, the median price of a Riverside County home was $320,000 last month, up from $300,000 in December 2014.

A total of 3,529 homes were sold in the county, up from 3,259 during the same month the previous year.

A total of 20,890 new and resale houses and condos changed hands in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, Ventura, San Bernardino and Orange counties last month, according to CoreLogic. That was up 33 percent from 15,711 in November and up 9.8 percent from 19,019 in December 2014.

The median price of a Southern California home was $443,000 in December, up 1 percent from

$438,500 in November and up 6.7 percent from $415,000 in December 2014.

“Southern California’s housing market ended 2015 on a high note, but with a caveat,” said Andrew LePage, a research analyst for CoreLogic.

December home sales, which were the highest for that month in six years, got a boost from a batch of transactions that normally would have closed in November but were delayed by days or weeks as the industry adjusted to new federal mortgage rules that took effect in October.

“While it’s normal for home sales to rise between November and December, the 33 percent gain between those two months in 2015 was more than double the typical, historical increase of about 14 percent,” he said.

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Education

Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce Students of the Month recognized MURRIETA – The Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce High School Student of the Month Program was held Jan. 14 where six students were recognized for their efforts at their respective schools. Toby Franklin of Calvary Murrieta Christian High School, Mikayla Kilbury of Murrieta Mesa High School, Alexzandra Nagelvoort of Springs Charter School, Joel Reinecke of Vista Murrieta High School, Morgan Edwards of Oak Grove Center and Shannon Ponn of Murrieta Valley High School.

Vista Murrieta High School Senior Joel Reinecke is a straight A student who has taken has taken 10 AP courses and maintains a 4.63 GPA. He has applied to a number of Ivy League colleges and he has been accepted to Harvard. Reinecke plans to major in government and economics and his goal is to open his own asset management firm. Joel is co-captain of the tennis team and the speech and debate team. He has competed in speech and debate at the state level and he won the American Legion Speech & Debate contest.

Through his involvement with Rotary and the Interact Club, a homeless outreach program and volunteering at his church, Reinecke has accumulated 385 hours of community service. When he had to miss most of his eighth grade year due to being paralyzed and in a wheelchair, he said his character was tested and the experience helped him discover who he was and the value in each individual.

Reinecke is not only an academically gifted student, he is highly respected by his teachers and peers and he makes everyone around him want to do better.

Calvary Murrieta Christian High School Senior Toby Franklin is a talented musician who has played trombone and drums in the marching band, symphonic and jazz band.

He has also been involved in his

school’s theater productions and creative writing club.

Franklin believes in not just looking out for himself but for the interest of others and he believes in standing up for what you believe, no matter the consequences. When he became aware of human trafficking and he learned how prevalent it is around the world and in America, he felt compelled to get involved in the anti-trafficking movement to spread awareness and raise funds to help the victims.

Franklin hopes to pursue a career as a writer or author. He has been accepted to California Baptist University, Point Loma Nazarene University, Westmont and Azusa Pacific University.

Murrieta Valley High School Senior Shannon Ponn has maintained a 4.2 GPA while taking six AP classes and being involved in ASB, National Honor Society and California Scholarship Federation. She has also been on the varsity dance team for four years and she has competed at the regional, state and national level.

Outside of school Ponn volunteers for Relay for Life, Murrieta Youth Center and she is on the Murrieta Youth Advisory Committee. She is also a talented vocalist who performs at rallies, games and community events. Ponn believes in giving her full effort to everything she does, whether she is dancing or organizing games at the Murrieta Youth Center. She has learned the benefits of hard work and giving 100 percent.

Ponn is caring and passionate about learning and giving back and she is a great role model for her peers. She plans to attend a four-year university and major in Business Administration.

Grove Center Senior Morgan Edwards has grown in character, confidence and her leadership skills. Her peers follow her lead and she is a great role model. She is on the honor roll and is involved in Interact, the dance team and

Shown standing from left to right are Margaret Jones, SOM Chair; Calvary Christian High Principal Derrick Roth; Murrieta Mesa High Principal Steve Ellis; Springs Charter School Principal Katherine Pangle; Oak Grove Teacher Amber Nicklaus; Murrieta Valley High Assistant Principal Stephen Diephouse; Vista Murrieta High Principal Mick Wager and Jen Pham, SOM Chair. Shown sitting left to right are Toby Franklin of Calvary Murrieta Christian High School, Mikayla Kilbury of Murrieta Mesa High School, Alexzandra Nagelvoort of Springs Charter School, Joel Reinecke of Vista Murrieta High School, Morgan Edwards of KC Photography photo Oak Grove Center and Shannon Ponn of Murrieta Valley High School.

choir. She also holds down a job and recently completed a 5K run.

Edwards has overcome several obstacles and she is working to pursue her dreams. She plans to attend Cal State Los Angeles and major in forensic science. Morgan has shown that she has the drive and determination to succeed and at the same time she is kind and caring and always willing to help others.

Springs Charter School Senior Alexzandra Nagelvoort is exuberant about life, passionate about learning kind, caring and humble. She has been on her school’s Robotics team for four years and she a member of National Honor Society. She has completed AP English and dual enrollment classes and she hopes to attend Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and major in

Applications for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards due Feb. 2 MENIFEE – The Rotary Club of Menifee is seeking local high school juniors for The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. RYLA is a three-day leadership conference rewarding outstanding youth and furthering their leadership skills.

The Rotary Club of Menifee will select six high school juniors for this retreat in April at Thousand Pines camp, Crestline, California where they will join an estimated 300 other students from all over San Bernardino and Riversde coun-

ties, sponsored by the 60 Rotary Clubs in the two counties.

RYLA combines learning in a casual, relaxed atmosphere with social and fun time to provide a fastpaced and memorable leadrship experience.

Eligible students must be a junior attending Paloma Valley High School, Santa Rosa Academy, Heritage High School or reside in Menifee. Students may reqest an application by contacting the club by email at menifeerotary@gmail.

com.

Completed applications must be returned to the Rotary Club of Menifee by email not later than Feb. 2. Qualified applicants and their parents will be invited and must be able to attend an local interview to be held Saturday, Feb. 6. Those selected must be able to attend all three days of the conferesnce April 8-10.

For more information contact Dawn L. Smith, president at menifeerotary@gmail.com.

architectural or civil engineering.

Nagelvoort has served an internship at Temecula City Hall and she is a member of the City of Temecula’s Youth Advisory Council. She has participated in several city-sponsored youth events and through her involvement in the community, she has learned the importance of dedication, loyalty and finishing what you start.

Nagelvoort has overcome significant challenges in her life but she does not dwell on the negative.

Instead she chooses to look forward to the future, focus on reaching her goals, and use her early life experiences to help others.

Murrieta Mesa High School Senior Mikayla Kilbury is an accomplished singer-songwriter who has maintained a 4.0 GPA while taking five AP classes. She is involved in student government, National Honor Society, California Scholarship Federation, Interact Club and she is President of the Drama Club.

Kilbury has been involved in her school’s drama productions and she has received awards for her

PTA Reflections entries and the Oceanside International Film Fest.

She is a self-taught musician who has written several songs and produced her own album called, This Is My Life. Outside of school Kilbury has accumulated 450 hours of community service hours helping out at her church and collecting care packages and distributing them to the homeless in the community.

Kilbury cares about the wellbeing of those who are struggling or who are going through a hard time and she wants to make the world a better place for others. She plans to go to Hawaii Pacific University and study social work and education. After college she plans to join the Peace Corp for two years and then become a teacher.

To learn more about the Student of the Month Program, please contact Sally A. Myers, Founder at (951) 506-8024. If you are interested in sponsoring the Student of the Month program, please contact Margaret D. Jones, Chair of the Murrieta Student of the Month Program at (951) 677-4856.

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State grant helping MVUSD teachers become more effective Tony Ault Writer The Murrieta Valley Unified School Board heard a report that the district will be receiving a $1,528,766 grant from the state of California to improve local educator’s effectiveness in the classroom so they can better teach the higher education standards now required by the state.

A report on how the district plans to use grant money to implement teacher’s effectiveness in the classroom is to be presented to the California Department of Education by July 1, according to a report by Assistant Superintendent Pamela Wilson.

Wilson said some classes and

program to help teacher’s become more effective have already been conducted in the district with positive results.

The grant was provided by California State Bill 77, Section 58 the provides local educational agencies and county office of education with one-time funding for professional development. One-time Educator Effectiveness fund can be used during the next three fiscal years—2015/16, 2016/17 and 2017/18.

The funding is to be spent by giving beginning teacher and administrator support, professional development and coaching for teachers needing improvement, professional development for teacher aligned to California state

standards and to promote educator quality and effectiveness including training on the mentoring and coaching of certificated staff and training certificated staff to support effective teaching and learning.

By July 1 the district must have a professional learning and development plan, conduct a public meeting on the plan, adopt the plan at a second public meeting and submit detailed expenditure report to the California Department of Education.

The school board meets on the third Thursday of each month or when special meeting is called.

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Annual MLK Unity Breakfast delivers message of tolerance and equality S A N J A C I N TO – Leaders of the Civil Rights Movement were remembered and messages of tolerance and equality were shared Monday, Jan. 18, during the 10th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Unity Breakfast at Mt. San Jacinto College.

Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Palm Desert, served as the event’s featured speaker. As a child who grew up in a Coachella Valley trailer park, he encouraged students and other guests to persevere despite obstacles. He reminded the audience that civil rights leaders like Dr. King sacrificed their lives for equality.

Ruiz became an emergency room doctor and now serves in Congress.

“I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for inspirational leaders …like Dr. King and Cesar Chavez,” Ruiz said.

The event, organized and sponsored by the MSJC Diversity Com-

mittee, was free and open to the public. It included a full breakfast, an art contest for MSJC students, presentations on the theme of the day “Expressions of tolerance, acceptance, human rights and equality,” as well as a performance by a gospel choir and African drummers.

The event was held at MSJC’s San Jacinto Campus and featured performances by Homeland First Church of God choir and Julie Simon Tropicaleiza and the ASM Bateria African Drummers. Adjunct professor David Monda presented “5 Things You Need to Know About the Civil Rights Movement and Africa.” Jetea Johnson gave a talk titled “Universal Truths Connect the Dots. Unsung Heroes and Sheroes.” Presentation of the art contest winners was given by MSJC professors Eileen Doktorski

and Millie Baez. Willie Hamilton, who organizes the event with the MSJC Diversity Committee, provided closing thoughts.

MSJC board President Tom Ashley, trustees Ann Motte and Dr. Sherrie Guerrero and Dr. Roger Schultz, MSJC superintendent/ president, and Dr. Bill Vincent, vice president of Student Services, attended the celebration.

MSJC student Mya Correa won first place in the MLK student art contest for a sculpture titled “Heart.”

Other students who won were Sarah Zughayer, second place, with her piece titled “♀”; and Kimberly Sayer, third place, with her artwork titled “Be the Difference.”

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Business

Professional Women’s Roundtable Showcase set with guest speakers

Lisa Stergulz

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TEMECULA – Professional Women’s Roundtable will conduct their quarterly member showcase meeting Thursday, Feb. 4, entitled “Stories from the Heart” in the Grill Room at the Temeku Hills Golf Club. The meeting from 11:15 to 1 p.m. will provide an opportunity for the members to learn more about select members and a networking environment.

Members and guests are encouraged to meet for coffee or lunch

Lisa Harris

outside of the meetings. This month’s featured speakers are Lisa Stergulz of A` la carte Marketing Services and Lisa Harris of Enduring Fitness 4U. Stergulz grew up 2 miles south of Detroit and graduated from Michigan State University with a Communications degree. She moved to Chicago to pursue an acting career while working at an advertising agency. It wasn’t until she worked on a television show

that she found her real passion was working behind the scenes to get things done.

Stergulz and her husband Rich moved into their home in Murrieta in 2002. Working from home, she didn’t venture out to see what a wonderful community she lived in.

Stergulz became a marketing manager at a solar company in 2010. Through that position she was able to get out in the community and see all the great things that were being done here by so many people.

After five years, Lisa decided to start her marketing business, A’ la carte Marketing Services. She focuses on event planning, marketing plans and appreciation marketing and started a free marketing group, ‘Thinking Caps’ to help small-business owners brainstorm new ways to market their business. Her latest endeavor was to start a bimonthly farmer/artisan market in historic Murrieta, Harvest Moon Markets.

Stergulz’s favorite things are animals, art, all things Italian, travel, history and movies.

Harris busy life as wife, mother and successful registered dietitian

took an unexpected detour in 1995. Diagnosed with a chronic muscle-weakening disease, she opted for major surgery to rein in her condition and vowed not to let it define or limit her. A few years later, a visit with her 80-year- old mother sparked a passion that would bring these two events together in a new life purpose. She went back to school at age 59 to pursue a second career as a fitness professional, and opened her business, Enduring Fitness 4U in 2014, to help folks over age 50 live their lives with strength, dignity and independence.

Harris holds a B.S. in Dietetics from UC Davis and a Masters in Foods and Nutrition from California State Polytechnic University.

She earned a Certificate in Freelance Writing and a Certificate in Exercise Science/Fitness Instructor from UC San Diego. She’s a registered dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and a Certified Personal Trainer, with a specialty in senior fitness. She is a certified Geri-Fit licensee and instructor, and Silver Sneakers instructor. Her business, Enduring

Fitness 4U, was a first prize winner in the 2015 Inland Empire Small Business Competition and first prize winner in the Inland Empire Women’s Business Center, It’s Your Time competition, 2015.

RSVP is a must according to PWR Spokeswoman Annette LaRocque. The cost to attend the luncheon meeting is $20 for members and $25 for guests. PWR meets the first Thursday of every month.

Professional woman is invited to PWR for its monthly lunch meeting. Registration begins at 11:15 a.m. at The Grill Room, 41687 Temeku Drive, Temecula (located at the Temeku Hills Golf Club).

For more information, visit the website www.pwronline.org.

The Professional Women’s Roundtable is a nonprofit, 501(c) (3), women’s organization, dedicated to helping women succeed through mentoring by example, powerful speakers, educational workshops and networking.

For reservations and more information visit www.pwronline.org or, for more information, contact LaRocque at (951) 300-6676.

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.

Temecula Valley

Lake Elsinore Valley

CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE February Events: Feb 2 Feb 4 Feb 5 Feb 9 Feb 10 Feb 11 Feb 12

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Feb 26

12:00-1:30pm. Power Networking Workshop @ TVCC. 4:00-5:30pm. Open House @ TVCC. 8:00-9:30am. Coffee Connection @ TVCC. 12:00-1:30pm. Business Encounter @ TVCC. 8:00-9:00am. Membership Committee Meeting @ TVCC. 9:00-10:30am. City Walk, Meet @ TVCC. 1:00-2:30pm. City Walk, Meet @ TVCC 9:00-1100am. Professional Development Series, Fiscal Fitness, Topic: “Put More Money in Your Pockets” @ TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA. Office Closed - President’s Day. 5:30-7:300pm. Mixer, Location TBD. 5:30-12:00am. 50th Annual Awards Gala @ Pechanga Resort & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula, CA. 12:00-1:30pm. 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. 5:30-7:30pm. VYP Mixer @ Ironfire Brewing Company, 42095 Zevo Drive, Unit 1, Temecula.

9:00-11:00am. Professional Development Series, Fiscal Fitness, Topic: “A Roadmap to Becoming Debt Free” @ TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA. 11:30-1:00pm. Ambassador Luncheon @ TVCC.

New Members: • Butterfield Dental Group • Chick-Fil-A Temecula • CIB Funding a division of Golden Empire Mortgage • Edward Jones - Allen F. Montemagno Jr. • Elizabeth Hospice • Firehouse Subs • Gems N’ Loans • Golden1 Credit Union • Green Acres Interactive Therapy • Pacific Construction Analysts, Inc. • River Springs Charter School • Scentsy Family Independent Consultant, Cambria Saunders • STAT Horse Santuary • Vineyard Ranch at Temecula • We Care Plumbing, Heating, Air and Solar • Wright Productions

President’s Message: The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is actively engaged in promoting and sustaining a business friendly environment in which businesses grow and thrive. The mission of the TVCC is to give our members direct access to business and community leaders who share their economic, civic and social concerns. The Chamber unites the efforts of business, industrial and professional individuals to ensure an enhanced business climate, harnessing the tremendous potential of the private enterprise system and enabling its members to accomplish collectively what no one could do individually. – Alice Sullivan, President/CEO

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• ResCare • The Camp Transformation Center - Lake Elsinore • Vista Community Clinic – Lake Elsinore

President’s Message:

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132 West Graham Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (951) 245-8848 www.lakeelsinorechamber.com

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Canyon Lake

CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE President’s Message: The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all of our members, supporters and generous sponsors. Many of our events would not have been a success without the generous support you have provided us. We deeply appreciate the willingness with which you have and continue to sponsors our efforts to encourage a strong local economy and quality of life by promoting and advancing the community, civic, cultural and educational development of the Canyon Lake area.

– 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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Menifee

CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE February Events: Feb 3 Feb 3 Feb 6 Feb 8

33751 Mission Trail Road, P.o. Box 855, Wildomar, CA 92595 (951) 245-0437 | admin@wildomarchamber.org www.wildomarchamber.org

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February Events:

Why Join the Wildomar Chamber? Chamber membership provides your company with: Connections to business prospects, opportunities and relationships through multiple networking programs throughout the year. Visibility and exposure for your business through print, social media and online presence. Access to elected city officials and information about laws from our legislative council. Marketing to maximize your dollars and reach our local business community! At every level of membership you will continue to receive a package of benefits including: Business Referrals, Presence on the Chamber website Publications, Networking Opportunities, Marketing Services. Chamber membership is your link to the people, programs and information you need to increase your organization’s visibility and grow your business.

– Sandra Tordoff

February Events: Feb 2

Our mission is to pursue excellence and economic growth in the lake Elsinore Valley through leadership and community partnerships, by acting as a catalyst for an innovative business environment, representing the interest of business before government and enhancing the vitality of the community we serve through Economic Development. The purpose is not to make a profit in dollars and cents, but rather to profit its members through an improved market that allows our ultimate goal to make Lake Elsinore a great place to do business.

CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE

President’s Message:

Noon-1:00pm. Lunch & Learn: City Of Lake Elsinore- Update from the Recreation Department. The Links at Summerly.

8:30- 9:30am. Hump Day Morning Mixer. Hosted by the Lake Elsinore Casino. Lake Elsinore Casino Restaurant.

Noon-1:30pm. Lake Elsinore Nooner. Chili’s.

11:30am-1:30pm. Student of the Month.

Lakeside High School.

11:30am-1:30pm. EWDC: How To Create A Marketing Plan

by Watermark Associates. The Diamond Club.

5:30-7:30pm. After Hours Business Networking Mixer Subs N’ Cup. Subs N’ Cup.

New Members:

Feb 1

Groundhogs Day Wake Up Wildomar - Tacos Tijuana SuperBowl Sunday Mardi Gras 5:30-7:30pm. Mixer Assistance League Temecula Presidents Day chamber closed 12:00pm. Student of the Month Lake side High School 9:00-4:00pm. Ace Hardware Wildomar Can Struction Competition

CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE

February Events: Feb 3

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

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Murrieta

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12:00pm. Menifee Monday Munch - Location TBD Check facebook and website.

8:30am. Ambassador Meeting at Chamber office.

7:00pm. City Council Meeting at City Hall.

10:00am. Motte Historical Museum Open House.

12:00pm. Menifee Monday Munch - Location TBD Check facebook and website.

9:00am. SBDC - Incorporating your Business Seminar at Conference room above Chamber.

8:15am. Student of the Month at Perris Sizzler.

5:00pm. Knights of Columbus Valentines Dinner at St. Vincent Ferrer Church.

5:00pm. Merna’s Café & Grill Valentines Event.

12:00pm. Menifee Monday Munch - Location TBD Check facebook and website.

3:30pm. Menifee Union School District - Coffee with the superintendent at Hans Christensen Middle School.

6:00pm. Chamber Anniversary Casino Royale Event at Doffo Winery.

12:00pm. Menifee Monday Munch - Location TBD Check facebook and website.

12:00pm. Neisha’s Skin Care at Chamber Office.

12:00pm. Menifee Monday Munch - Location TBD Check facebook and website.

Feb 25

9:00am. Murrieta School of Business. Adobe Three Part Series.

Topic: Illustrator. Presented by Bryan Caron, Phoenix Moirai.

11:30am. Government Relations Meeting.

9:00am. Doing Business with Chinese 101. A Four Part Series.

Topic: Part 3-Getting to Know the Language: Essential Conversation for Chinese Beginner. Presented by: Annie Xiang, Yamei Tutoring & Learning Center.

12:00pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends. Greek Gyros & Kabobs.

40575 California Oaks Rd. D-10, Murrieta, CA 92562.

(951) 677-6277. Everyone purchases their own meal.

First Thursday Mixer! TBA. 9:00am. Murrieta School of Business.Topic: Lower Cost-Raise Revenue. Presented by: Jarret & Hallie Byrd, 5LINX Enterprises.

12:00pm. Ribbon Cutting. Southern California White Dove Release 9:00am. Doing Business with Chinese 101. A Four Part Series.

Topic: Part 4-Business Culture, Business Rules & Etiquette.

Presented by: Annie Xiang, Yamei Tutoring & Learning Center 12:00pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends. J&D Pizza. 25320 Madison Ave., Murrieta, CA 92562. (951) 677-4222. Everyone purchases their own meal.

7:30am. Networking Breakfast. The Corporate Room. 34846 Monte Vista Drive, Wildomar, CA 92595. 951-249-1414 (Corporate Room). $15.00 For Members/$20.00 For Future Members. Must RSVP to the Chamber at 677-7916 before Wednesday 4 pm.

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10:00am. Chamber Walkabout. At the Chamber offices.

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Menifee business engages with creative social media approach on Facebook

Laurianna and Joseph Briana’s social media campaign for their business JB3 HVAC was based on a popular meme. The Facebook ad engaged consumers when it went viral earlier this week. Courtesy photo

MENIFEE – When creativity meets the right channel, a marketing success story is created. Laurianna Briana and her husband Joseph just found that out this past Monday when they ran a Facebook campaign for their family owned Heating and Air Conditioning business, JB 3 HVAC. Both of them, long time Menifee residents have faced the challenges of entrepreneurship since the middle of last year, when Joseph decided to open his own shop after 30 years of working for someone else. Together they have stumbled upon the difficulties of being noticed among the big players out there, but the story changed early this week when they discovered how advertising could change the path of their business for good.

The Briana’s have made use of Facebook and the many exchanges and groups every Monday to try to acquire new clients. This past Monday was no exception, but the couple’s daughter Adriana came with an idea to “Jump on the social media bandwagon” and create a meme of Bob, mocking a concept that had been trending over the past few days. The pair discussed the idea and came up with a creative one that was shared, according them in over 80 exchanges and “Talk” groups.

Local business celebrates 35 years

Robin Johnson (center), a criminal defense attorney, celebrated her 35th year in business with a ribboncutting at the Temecula Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, Jan. 13. This is the first 35-year ribbon-cutting celebrated by the Chamber.

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The campaign went viral as soon as it was posted, and within a couple of hours it had gained five shares, over 50 comments, all of them positive, and more than 75 likes.

Reeder Media’s social media expert, Carlos A. Bazán-Canabal commented that the result of the clever campaign featuring a stick figure and the “be like” meme was no surprise to him, “Laurianna and her husband have succeeded in trending on Facebook locally, an achievement that is not easy,” he said. “Social media can be a hostile place, but by newsjacking the current Facebook trend, using creativity, a little innocence and keeping it clean, they went positively viral in a snap. People genuinely liked and smiled at what they did.”

Laurianna Briana said that, the posting has been a total success.

“I asked a friend designer if it would be a good idea to post something other than our branded ad and she advised me to do something different this time, and that I would certainly attract more people,” she said.

Her friend’s advice worked and now, after their success, the Briana’s are looking into creating a website for their business and engaging strongly with the community through Social Media.

Temecula Sunrise Rotary sponsor annual 10K run

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Tim Freese, Special Assets Manager at Alta Pacific Bank, and Temecula Sunrise Rotarian, presents a donation of $500 to Frank Appice, Race Chairman for the 29th annual Run through the Vineyard Courtesy photo coming April 23.

TEMECULA – The annual Temecula Sunrise Rotary annual 10K Run through the Vineyard will take place April 23 at the Maurice Carried Winery and Vineyard.

This race, begun in 1987, was the first ever run at any Temecula vineyard. It features a 2K/5K/10K race.

The winery and the Pechanga Resort and Casino are sponsoring the event.

The race is a major fundraiser for the Temecula Sunrise Rotary

Club, and proceeds benefit all the youth and community projects the club undertakes each year, including literacy programs at Vail and Temecula elementary schools, the Chaparral Interact service club, Temecula Teacher and Student of the Month recognitions and much more.

For donation information or to reserve a booth at the race, please contact Frank at frankappice@earthlink.net or (949) 632-5667.

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Of course, you may also find opportunities in other places, too. Could you have taken more deductions?

Could you have moved some of your debts into a tax-deductible loan, such as a home equity loan or line of credit? You’ll want to consult with your tax advisor to determine areas of potential savings.

However, you may be able to brighten your tax picture by making some “tax-smart” investment moves, such as the following: • Resist the urge to trade frequently. It can be costly to constantly buy and sell investments. In addition to the commissions you may incur, and the possibility that such excessive trading can impede a consistent investment strategy, you could rack up a sizable tax bill. If you sell an asset that you’ve held for a year or less, any profit you earn is considered a short-term capital gain, which is taxed at the same rate as your ordinary income. So, for example, if you bought Investment ABC for $1,000 on January 5, 2014, and you sold it for $1,250 on Dec. 31, 2014, you’d be taxed on your $250 gain. If you are in the 28% tax bracket, you’d owe $70 in taxes. But if you had waited until January 6, 2015, and you sold your investment for the same $250 gain, you’d pay the more favorable long-term capital gains tax rate of 15%, which translates into $37.50 in taxes — just over half of what you’d owe at the

short-term rate. If you habitually sold investments after owning them less than a year, the taxes could really add up —so try to be a “buy-and-hold” investor.

• Increase your 401(k) contributions. If you aren’t already participating in your 401(k) or similar plan, start now. And if you are contributing, boost your contributions whenever your salary goes up.

You typically put “pretax” dollars in your 401(k), so the more you add, the lower your annual taxable income. Plus, your earnings can grow tax deferred.

• “Max out” on your IRA. Depending on your income level, you may be able to deduct some, or all, of your contributions to your traditional IRA — and these deductible contributions can lower your taxable income. Plus, your investment can grow tax deferred. (Keep in mind, though, that taxes will be due upon withdrawal, and any withdrawals made before you reach 59½ are subject to a 10% IRS penalty.)

If you contribute to a Roth IRA, your contributions are never deductible and won’t lower your taxable income, but your earnings are distributed tax free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you are older than 59½. In 2015, you can contribute $5,500 to your IRA, plus an additional $1,000 catch-up contribution if you are 50 or older – and it’s almost always a good idea to “max out” your contributions each year.

By following a buy-and-hold investment strategy and using those tax-advantaged accounts available to you, you may be able to help yourself – at tax time and beyond.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Blotter Three injured in Lake Elsinore single vehicle crash LAKE ELSINORE – Three people were injured, one seriously, when an SUV tumbled over multiple times in a crash Jan. 24, that sheriff’s deputies said was the result of a distracted driver.

The crash happened at 7:20 p.m.

Saturday at Lakeshore Drive and Mohr Street, just outside Elsinore Middle School and within yards of the Lake Elsinore shoreline, Sgt. Dan Ponder of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said.

A 2006 Honda SUV struck a curb

on Lakeshore Drive and rolled over several times before halting near the lake shore.

The man driving the SUV remained trapped inside the vehicle when deputies and Riverside County firefighters arrived. Firefighters

cut him out of the SUV and he was taken to a hospital with “multiple major injuries,’’ Ponder said.

Two passengers with minor injuries were found standing outside the wreck and told deputies that the driver became distracted while

driving and struck a curb, causing him to lose control of the vehicle.

Alcohol and drugs were not considered factors in the crash, Ponder said.

One escapes Menifee house fire with minor injuries MENIFEE – One person was injured but was able to escape a fire that broke out at their Menifee home in the overnight hours Sunday, Jan. 24.

Riverside County firefighters arrived at 2:34 a.m. to a doublewide mobile home on fire in the 25800 block of Trumble Road, near the 215

Freeway interchange at Route 74 in Menifee, said Jody Hagemann of the Riverside County Fire Department.

The fire caused an estimated

$145,000 in damage, and was snuffed out promptly by 21 county firefighters.

The home’s sole resident sustained

minor injuries and was displaced, but did not need to be hospitalized.

The fire was contained by 3 a.m., Hagemann said.

Two injured in Aguanga rollover crash on Monday AGUANGA – Two people were injured Jan. 25 in a rollover crash near Aguanga.

The accident happened about 12:50 p.m. on state Route 371, just south of Foolish Pleasure Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.

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Both the driver and passenger had to be extricated from the

wreckage by Riverside County Fire Department crews, according to spokeswoman April Newman.

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Man killed in motorcycle crash identified TEMECULA – A man killed in a solo motorcycle crash in Temecula was identified last week as a 38-year-old Menifee resident.

Jason Ladue was pronounced

dead at the scene of the crash, which was reported at 3:10 p.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Meadows Parkway and Spyglass Hill, sheriff’s Sgt. Chad Loeffler said.

Ladue was riding a Yamaha motorcycle north on Meadows Parkway when he lost control of the bike for unknown reasons and crashed into a center divider, the sergeant said.

Ladue was not wearing a helmet, Loeffler said.

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Fire damages Lake Elsinore home LAKE ELSINORE – Fire damaged a Lake Elsinore home Jan. 22, displacing the occupants, who escaped unharmed.

The blaze was reported at 4:30 p.m. in the 16400 block of Pinyon Street, near Ponderosa Street, ac-

cording to the Riverside County Fire Department.

An agency spokeswoman said that five engine crews and a truck company, numbering 21 personnel, arrived to find smoke pouring out of the top of the single-story

residence.

Firefighters accessed the home and knocked the flames down within a half-hour.

Damage to the property was significant, leaving the two adult occupants and their dog in need

of assistance, according to the fire department. American Red Cross workers were called to the scene to help.

The cause of the fire was under investigation

Health

HomeAid Inland Empire Receives Lennar Housing Foundation Grants for homeless

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HomeAid Inland Empire Executive Director Ray Osborne, right, together with 2016 HAIE Board President Landon Boucher of Boucher Resources, center, and HAIE Board member Satti Brown of KB Home, second from right, presented “2015 HAIE Contributor of Year” awards to Lennar Inland/LA Division President Mark Torres, third from right and Lennar Inland/LA Construction Vice President Todd Bourguignon, second from left, and a “Special Courtesy photo Achievement Award” to Mike Lennon of the Lennar Charitable Housing Foundation, left.

RIVERSIDE – The Lennar Charitable Housing Foundation recently awarded $50,000 in grant funding to HomeAid Inland Empire to help complete renovation work on two important homeless shelter facilities in Upland and Murrieta.

One of the facilities, Foothill Family Shelter in Upland, provides much-needed temporary housing for homeless families in western San Bernardino County, and the other transitional living shelter that houses up to 22 beds, operated by Project T.O.U.C.H. in Murrieta, serves homeless veterans, families and single women with children in southwest Riverside County.

The location of 20 apartments, housing up to 100 transitional living beds, managed by Foothill Family Shelter in Upland, now houses the 1,000th homeless shelter bed developed by HomeAid Inland Empire

over the past 25 years.

“We are pleased to have been able to work with Foothill Family Shelter again to renovate 20 more apartments to provide a safe temporary place for their clients to stay while they try to gain a better life,” commented Ray Osborne, HAIE Executive Director.

“This current renovation project for Foothill Family Shelter is particularly significant because in May of 1990 we completed our very first homeless shelter project, also for Foothill Family Shelter in Upland, renovating eight apartments housing up to 32 beds,” he added.

“We appreciate receiving additional significant grant funding from the Lennar Charitable Housing Foundation to help support the operation of HomeAid Inland Empire, and specifically our on-going homeless shelter development program,” Osborne noted. “We are looking

forward to continuing to have generous financial support from LCHF in the future to create more shelter facilities for homeless men, women and children in the Inland Empire as they work to rebuild their lives and achieve self sufficiency.” he added.

Osborne noted that he Lennar Inland/LA Division team, under the leadership of Division President Mark Torres, and the Lennar Charitable Housing Foundation have been directly involved with 13 of the 17 homeless shelters developed by HAIE in Riverside and San Bernardino counties over the past four years by providing more than $300,000 in grant funding in addition to large inkind donations of labor and materials from Lennar employees, subcontractors and suppliers.

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HAIE recently honored Mark Torres and Todd Bourguignon of Lennar as their 2015 “Contributors of the Year” at the annual Baldy View BIA Holiday Charity Gala to benefit HAIE. Since 1990, HAIE has renovated or built 37 shelter facilities in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, housing 1,027 emergency and transitional living beds, to provide temporary housing for more than 3,000 homeless individuals and families each year in the two-county Inland Empire area.

HAIE, the non-profit charity of the Riverside County and Baldy View Southern California Building Industry Association (BIA) Chapters, has obtained over $6.7 million in funding and in-kind donations of labor and materials from the Inland Empire home building industry through the BIA chapters during the past 25 years. Those exceptional charitable contributions have been utilized to create homeless shelter facilities throughout the Inland Empire valued at more than $17.4 million.

For more information contact HAIE Executive Director Ray Osborne at ray@homeiadie.org or visit the organization’s website at homeaidie.org to volunteer or make a donation.

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Rady Children’s expands emergency care at Rancho Springs Medical Center SAN DIEGO – Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego now offers Pediatric Emergency Medicine Services at Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta. The Emergency Department is staffed

by Rady Children’s Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians from Rady Children’s Specialists.

“We are very excited to bring pediatric emergency services

to southwest Riverside County.

There is a need for specialty pediatric care in the Murrieta and Temecula Valley,” said Dr. Heather Conrad, medical director of Pediatric Emergency Services at Rancho Springs. “We look forward to collaborating with community pediatricians and forming relationships with families in this region.”

Since July, more than 4,000 patients have been treated for various medical conditions including viral infections, sports-related injuries, asthma and abdominal pain.

Services are available from 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. When a pediatric emergency medicine specialist is not available, patients will be seen

by Rancho Springs Emergency

Medicine physicians.

Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego is a 520-bed pediatric care facility providing the largest source of comprehensive pediatric medical services in San Diego, Southern Riverside and Imperial counties. Rady Children’s is the only hospital in the San Diego area dedicated exclusively to pediatric healthcare and is the

region’s only designated pediatric trauma center. In June 2015, “U.S. News & World Report” ranked Rady Children’s among the best children’s hospitals in the nation in all 10 pediatric specialties the magazine surveyed. For more information, visit www.rchsd.org and find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Vimeo.

Temecula Senior Talk lecture series to highlight healthy eyes and good vision TEMECULA – The City of Temecula Community Services Department’s Human Services Division will present a free “Senior Talk” lecture Monday, Feb. 8, from 10 11 a.m., at the Mary Phillips Senior Center located at 41845 6th Street in Old Town Temecula. “Senior Talk” is a monthly series where knowledgeable speakers provide expertise and give educational information on physical and mental issues, current

events, social issues and more.

The February lecture will feature Shirley Wright from Lobue Laser & Eye Medical Center, speaking about healthy eyes and good vision.

Taking care of your eyes is a priority just like eating well and being physically active. Eye examinations are an important part of health maintenance for everyone.

As we age, we’re more susceptible to cataracts, glaucoma and macular

degeneration. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans age 65 and older and affects 2 million Americans. By age 65, over 90 percent of people have a cataract and half of the people between the ages of 75 and 85 have lost some vision due to a cataract. Glaucoma affects more than 3 million Americans, but only half are aware they have the disease because the symptoms are

so subtle. No matter who you are, regular eye exams are important for seeing more clearly, learning more easily, and preserving your vision for life. Join Shirley Wright for a 40-minute educational presentation followed by a 20-minute question and answer session.

Shirley Wright has 25 years of management experience as a Healthcare Administrator Executive with private practices and surgical

centers and currently specializes in ophthalmology. Ms. Wright has also taught surgery technology, anatomy and physiology at Mt. San Jacinto College and is looking forward to sharing her knowledge with the audience.

This program is offered free to adults. For more information about this program, please call the Mary Phillips Senior Center (MPSC) at (951) 694-6464.

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TEMECULA – You probably realize that eating too many sugary foods and gaining weight go hand in hand.

What you may not know is that aside from loading up on calories that help pack on the pounds, consuming too much sugar can also harm your health in other ways.

Consuming more than 9 teaspoons of sugar a day for men and 6 teaspoons for women can lead to health problems, such as tooth decay, obesity and depression. Reducing your sugar intake can help more than your waistline; it can improve your overall health.

First, it’s important to recognize that there are two types of sugar – natural sugar and added sugar.

Natural sugar is found in fruits, milk and some whole grains. Added sugar is sugar that is added to processed foods and drinks, such as cookies, cereals and soda.

Added sugar affects your body in many ways. It can be as addictive as drugs, tobacco or alcohol because it affects the same regions of the brain, triggering the pleasure sensors to release dopamine. Dopamine makes you want to eat more, even when you are not hungry.

When you consume too much added sugar, your liver has to work extra hard to process it. Excess sugar in the

liver often turns into fat, which can lead to liver damage or other health concerns, such as high cholesterol, diabetes or heart disease.

It can also overload and damage your pancreas, which controls the blood sugar called insulin that powers your muscles and organs. Lack of insulin can cause muscle and nerve damage.

Limit added sugars in your diet with healthy alternatives such as skipping sugary cereals at breakfast. Instead, opt for a protein-rich meal. Options, such as eggs, turkey sausage and whole-wheat toast with peanut butter are healthier ways to fuel your day.

Bring healthy snacks to work to ward off the temptation of sugary treats. Some smart choices include: frozen grapes, trail mix, yogurt, almonds, apple slices and peanut butter with celery sticks.

Instead of pie, donuts or cake, curb your sweet tooth craving by reaching for fresh fruit, low-fat frozen yogurt or a fruit and yogurt parfait.

If you can’t substitute a fruit, make your treats small, such as a single fun-size piece of candy.

Sodas, energy drinks and sports drinks sneak in a lot of sugar calories.

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Local youth cheerleaders jam to Vegas, pick up National JAMZ Youth Championship win

The Temecula Valley Pop Warner Battling Kodiaks won the Junior Pee Wee Division of the JAMZ Youth National Championships this past weekend in Las Vegas.

The Terner Battling Kodiaks joined over 600 cheer teams from across the country in Las Vegas at the JAMZ Youth National Championships held between Jan. 22-24.

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eight different divisions.

Fresh off a win at the Pop Warner Palomar Conference Championships, the West Regional Pop Warner Championships and a fifth place finish at the World Championships in Orlando, Florida, the Battling Kodiaks achieved success once again, winning the Junior Pee Wee Division in Vegas.

“Our division in JAMZ was different this time around and it seemed new to me, but we stayed

The Temecula Valley Pop Warner Battling Kodiaks (Junior Pee Wee Division), along with another team from their organization, joined over 600 cheer teams from across the country in Las Vegas this past weekend at the JAMZ Youth National Championships.

The Event was held at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas between Jan. 22-24, with teams competing in

true and competed in Division 11.

The girls on our squad are age 11, hence the Division 11 status, but we held our own against two junior varsity teams (junior high school age) three Pee Wee, one Junior Midget and one Jr. Pee Wee, which was very different from Pop Warner,” says head coach Patricia Mikkelsen.

Coached by Mikkelsen, the Battling Kodiaks also staff assistant coach Starr Stackpole that consists of cheerleaders,

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Mckenna Duty, Abby Elliott, Hunter Mikkelsen, Caitlin Kujala, Delaney Loveridge, Morgan Mikkelsen, Tara Mahoney, Bree Padgett, Tori Stackpole, Hunter Stackpole and Hailee Stoner, along with Team Mom, Colleen Mahoney.

“As a coach, we see the ‘behind the scenes’ dedication of our Kodiaks” said Assistant Coach Starr Stackpole. “These cheerleaders have worked so hard to overcome any challenges and always man-

age to push to the top. In my eyes, not only have we gained another national title…we have gained a forever family and memories that will last a lifetime.”

This tournament win capped off a very successful season for the Battling Kodiaks, who will move up a division this next year with the 2016 squad. More info can be found at www.tvpw.org.

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Mountain Bike Race speeds into Temecula’s Vail Lake Resort the end of the races.

“We attract the cream of the endurance cycling community from all parts of the country for this series,” commented Ranoa.

“To have an opportunity to ride and compete against the likes of such outstanding cyclists like Tinker Juarez, Ben and Eric Bostrum, Johnny Omara, Ryan Hughes and Keith Bontrager is a rare treat. Even if you’re not racing, it’s just great to be a spectator.”

For those who don’t get their fill of riding Saturday, SoCal Endurance is conducting its first race of

the SoCal Enduro Mountain Bike Series Sunday, Jan. 31, also at Vail Lake. This is a more technical and skills challenging competition combining the thrills of gravity and the fitness of cross-country. It is anticipated that approximately 250 riders will compete. Jenson USA is also a Bike Shop Sponsor for this series too.

Vail Lake Resort is located just 9 miles east of the I-15 freeway off Highway 79 in Temecula, bordered by a quarter million acres of the Cleveland National Forest. Vail

Lake will also be the site for races two and three in the 2016 SoCal Endurance Series scheduled for June and November. More information about the races is available at www. socalendurance.net In addition to its Riverside office headquarters and warehouse, Jenson USA’s Corona Superstore is located at 2410 Wardlow Road, #109, Corona, California 92880, just off the 91 Freeway, call them at (951) 736-0700. Check out all Jenson USA products online at www.jensonusa.com.

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headquartered in Riverside.

“We’re proud to be a ‘bike shop sponsor’ with the SoCal Endurance organization,” said Michael Cachat, founder and CEO of Jenson USA. “These are huge events with an old school racing feel. Whenever you get this many riders together in one place, the energy level is intoxicating. We’ve got a five-member team of Jenson USA employees ready to tackle the 12-Hour challenge Saturday. As a company, we’re dedicated cyclists to the core. Besides our race team, we’ll be on-site all day with Jenson USA support staff at our hospitality tent serving coffee, snacks, raffling off prizes and offering basic technical and repair assistance to all competitors.”

Racing Saturday begins at 9 a.m. sharp for both the grueling 12 and 6 hour contests. There are classes for solo riders up to five person teams. All will be riding the same 9.06-mile course with an 1100 foot elevation gain. The Vail Lake mountain bike trails have been meticulously prepared by the SoCal Endurance trail crew.

Winners will be determined by the most number of laps completed at

As many as one-thousand mountain bike riders will test themselves at the annual 12 and 6 hours of Temecula Saturday, Jan. 30, followed by the SoCal Enduro Series Sunday, Jan.30, at Vail Lake Resort.

Over one-thousand cyclists expected as 2016 SoCal Endurance Mountain Bike Series begins It will genuinely be survival of the fittest this coming weekend, Jan. 30 – 31 when as many as onethousand mountain bike riders test themselves at the annual 12 and 6 hours of Temecula Saturday, Jan. 30, followed by the SoCal Enduro Series Sunday at Vail Lake Resort.

“This is the largest mountain bike endurance series in the country,” said race director Jason Ranoa.

“We’ve been doing this since 2004 and have attracted an amazing following of riders ranging from the best in the sport to complete novices. It’s truly a grass roots event that transcends all levels of skills and ages. It’s all about riding bikes and having fun.”

Lending its support and participation to both series of races for 2016 is Jenson USA, one of the nation’s leading retailers of bicycles, parts and accessories,

Temecula Valley Elks Lodge announces 2015-2016 District Hoop Shoot Winners

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Local middle school students from Temecula recently participated in the Elks National Hoop Shoot Challenge, which is a free-throw contest for youth ages 8-13 years of age.

JP Raineri Sports Editor Six winners of the Temecula Valley Elks Lodge Hoop Shoot recently participated in the Elks District Hoop Shoot, held in San Jacinto. A total of 12 Lodges were invited to compete and each of the following Temecula Valley Lodge winners placed at the District Level.

The first place winners from the District Competition were Taj Jackson from Temecula Luiseno Elementary; Taelyn Holley from Murrieta Elementary and Madison Packwood from Temecula Valley Middle School will move up to the Regional Competition, which will take place Jan. 30, at the Toyota Sports Center in El Segundo.

James Guiseppe contributed to this article.

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District Winners from Temecula Valley Elks Lodge 8/9 Boys

Taj Jackson from Temecula Luiseno Elementary placed 1st in his division.

8/9 Girls

Taelyn Holley from Murrieta Elementary placed 1st in her division.

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Collin Ingram from Murrieta Elementary placed 2nd in his division.

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Hunter Simon from Temecula Middle School placed 2nd in her division.

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Logan Garcia from Day Middle School placed 2nd in his division.

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Madison Packwood from Temecula Valley Middle School placed 1st in her division.

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HS Football: Inland Empire players flood various Bowl games

Six seniors from Linfield’s varsity football team were selected to the Stars and Stripes team, which played against Mexico in the American Bowl in early January.

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Dean Fioresi Sportswriter Over the last couple of weeks, the Inland Empire has seen dozens of their high school football players selected to play in bowl games all over the nation. Over 15 different players from local teams took part in exciting games that saw them face off against players from all 50 states.

Tons of other players were also selected to represent their schools on their respective All-CIF rosters.

American Bowl All-Star Game For the first time ever the San Diego Stars and Stripes put on the American Bowl, featuring players from the San Diego area that faced off against Mexico’s National Under 19 All-Star Team.

Representing the Stars and Stripes team, were a variety of different seniors who played at schools throughout Southern California last season. The Linfield Christian Lions were well represented during the game as six of their seniors were invited to participate.

Linebacker/running back Greg Holt (209 tackles, 8.0 sacks, 2 interceptions, 6 forced fumbles), wide receiver/cornerback Lorenzo Burns (15 catches, 279 yards, 4 TDs), offensive/defense lineman Ty Whitworth, offensive/defensive lineman Tim Lee, kicker/punter/ wide receiver Mike Brown (41.7 yard average punt, 9/13 field goals) and wide receiver/safety Isaiah Pate (28 catches, 546 yards, 8 TDs) were all selected to play.

Lee, Brown and Pate all played, helping to lead the Stars and

Stripes to a 27-20 victory.

Along with the victory, the Lions also saw their star linebacker Holt selected to the Fox Sports All-CIF Team, recognizing him as one of the league’s top defensive players and most highly-touted college recruits.

Blue-Grey Football All-American Bowl The Chaparral Pumas got their kicks down in Florida, when two of their players were selected to compete in the Blue-Grey Football All-American Bowl in Tampa Bay. The Blue-Grey Bowl, hosted by a slew of former NFL players and coaches, pits teams from all over the nation against each other.

Running back/linebacker Isaiah Hall (128 yards, 2 TDs/65 tackles, 3.0 sacks, 1 forced fumble) and defensive back Desmond Young, Jr. (six catches, 74 yards/47 tackles, 10 pass deflections) were both picked to play for the North team, compiled of players from Arizona, California, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Maine, New York, Virginia, New Jersey, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Maryland, Colorado, Ohio, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan, Nebraska, Utah, Illinois and Indiana.

Hall and Young helped lead the North team to a 35-0 victory over their opponents, both lending their defensive abilities to the shutout.

Demetric Felton (7) and Ryan Boehm (77), pictured here with fellow captains, Bryson Cain (53) and Jake Schwarzer (39), participated in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl, hosted by the Marine Corps in early Amanda Schwarzer photo January.

about 90 of the nation’s best high school football players.

A weeklong event saw all of the players participate in practices, community service and various other lessons from drill instructors.

The week concluded with a game that pitted the East team versus the West team.

On the West team were Wolfpack senior all-purpose back Demetric Felton (2,084 all-purpose yards, 17 total TDs), who has committed to UCLA and inside linebacker Ryan Boehm (89 tackles, 13.0 sacks, 1 interception, 6 forced fumbles).

The game, which was played Jan. 3 at the StubHub Center in Carson, California, ended up in

favor of the East squad, 28-13.

Inland Empire All-Star Football Classic Players from all over were selected to compete in the 31st annual Inland Empire All-Star Football Classic, which will take place Jan. 30. Led by Rancho Verde head coach Jeff Steinberg, the Riverside County team will face off against San Bernardino County team.

Highlighting the Riverside County team on offense are Heritage quarterback Brett Virgil (1,258 yards, 21 TDs), Heritage wide receiver Aleva Hifo (22 catches, 548 yards, 9 TDs), Chaparral wide receiver Lloyd High-

tower (48 catches, 736 yards, 7 TDs), Murrieta Valley offensive lineman Quireo Woolley and Linfield offensive lineman Ty Whitworth.

On the defensive side, Riverside County will be led by Vista Murrieta defensive lineman Kevin Atkins (77 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble), Paloma Valley defensive lineman Max Pichardo, Murrieta Valley linebacker Mazin Khalil (93 tackles, 1.5 sacks, 4 forced fumbles), Temescal Canyon linebacker Austin Cuicchi (146 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 4 interceptions, 2 blocked field goals) and Linfield linebacker Lorenzo Burns (40 tackles, 2 interceptions).

Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl The Great Oak Wolfpack saw two of their standout players take part in the Semper Fidelis AllAmerican Bowl, hosted by the Marine Corps. The game features

Linfield’s Lorenzo Burns (2) played in two high school Bowl games over the last month, including the American Bowl and the Inland Empire Football All-Star Classic.

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Fowler finds success in Abu Dhabi, moves into Top 5 JP Raineri Sports Editor

Chaparral High School had two seniors represent the Pumas in the Blue-Grey Bowl earlier this month, including Isaiah Hall, pictured here making a tackle (24), and Desmond Young Jr. Matthew Ressler photo

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Former Murrieta Valley Nighthawk golf prodigy, Rickie Fowler, dressed in his trademark Sunday orange, claimed the Abu Dhabi Championship title Sunday, Jan. 24. Rickie finished with a one-shot victory ahead of playing partner Thomas Pieters (67). Rory McIlroy finished in a tie for third with Henrik Stenson.

According to The Associated

see FOWLER, page B-12

Murrieta’s own Rickie Fowler claimed his fourth win worldwide in nine months with a one-stroke victory at the Abu Dhabi Championship Sunday, Jan. 24.

Photo courtesy The Associated Press

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VALLEY SPORTS SCORES Weekly prep sports scores for Southwest Riverside County HS GIRLS BASKETBALL: Jan. 19 Hamilton (4-8) – 41

California School for the Deaf (4-6) – 37

HHS: A. Bohannon, 9 points; B. Velaquez, 7 points, 3 steals Jan. 22 Calvary Murrieta (7-7) – 16

Temecula Prep (8-9) – 31 Jan. 22 Heritage (14-5) – 36

Lakeside (17-4) – 67 Jan. 22 Temescal Canyon (16-4) – 52

Paloma Valley (7-14) – 31 Jan. 22 Vista Murrieta (19-2) – 70

Chaparral (6-12) – 50 VMHS: B. Reed, 20 pts, 9 rebds, 6 stls; N. Ulel, 17 pts; K. Cooper, 15 pts, 6 stls CHS: T. Searles, 19 pts, 6 rbds; G. Manlulu, 11 pts; T. Norman, 6 pts. 15 rbds

HS BOYS BASKETBALL:

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Western Christian (0-16) – 36 Linfield Christian (12-7) – 69 Rancho Christian (10-10) – 45 Capistrano Valley Christian (15-7) – 41 RC: T. Redfield, 18 pts, 5 assts; J. Brower, 12 pts; I. Mobley, 8 pts, 15 rbds

Jan. 22 Calvary Murrieta (1-15) – 21

Temecula Prep (18-3) – 56 Jan. 22 Elsinore (11-12) – 58

Perris (11-4) – 56 EHS: M. Taylor, 20 pts, 15 rbds; N. Dodson, 13 pts PHS: M. Jones, 18 pts, 11 rbds, 5 stls; E. Manning, 15 pts; N. Bell 11 pts

HS GIRLS SOCCER: Jan. 21 Great Oak (3-7-4) – 1

Murrieta Mesa (5-5-2) – 1 Jan. 21

Chaparral (8-5-5) –1 Vista Murrieta (15-2-3) – 2 VMHS: J. Guinn, 2 gls; A. Johnson, 1 assist; R. Rojas, 6 saves CHS: J. Barroso, 1 gl; I. Ouliguian, 8 saves

Jan. 22 Temescal Canyon (8-7-5) – 0

Paloma Valley (7-9-2, 3-0) – 2 Jan. 21 Santa Rosa Academy (11-3-1, 5-1) – 5

Calvary Murrieta (3-9) – 1

SRA: L. Wise, 4 gls; M. Marlow, 1 gl; A. Enochs, 9 saves

All-CIF Football List JP Raineri Sports Editor

The valley saw tremendous game play from a wide variety of football players this past season, including

freshman quarterbacks, four-year starters on defense, record setting receivers and kickers with exceptional boot power. Thirty-two local players from school’s representing the Southwestern League, Sunbelt

League, South Valley league and Ambassador League played so well, the Southern Section of the California Interscholastic Federation honored them with the title of All-CIF.

West Valley Division Offense Back – Cole Dubots – Vista Murrieta; senior (79 carries, 795 yards, 14 TDs) Back – Demetric Felton – Great Oak; senior (2,804 all-purpose yards, 17 TDs) QB – Hank Bachmeier – Murrieta Valley; freshman (2,854 yards passing, 36 TDs; 215 yards rushing, 3 TDs) OL – Chuck Filaga – Vista Murrieta; junior WR – Marquis Spiker – Murrieta Valley; sophomore (71 catches, 1,429 yards, 19 TDs) Utility – Kyle Williams – Vista Murrieta; senior (2,554 all-purpose yards, 25 TDs) Defense Back – Jalen Russell – Vista Murrieta; senior (54 tackles, 2 INT, 20 pass deflections) Back – Tanner Williams – Vista Murrieta; senior (141 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 2 INT, 2 forced fumbles) Linebacker – Kevin Atkins – Vista Murrieta; senior (77 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble) Line – Ryan Hudkins – Vista Murrieta; senior (109 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles) Inland Division Offense Back – DeMarco Prewitt – Paloma Valley; senior (1,413 all-purpose yards, 16 TDs) Back – Anthony Reyes – Elsinore; senior (2,221 all-purpose yards, 23 TDs) Line – Gilbert Hernandez – Heritage; senior Line – Hunter Guertin – Heritage; senior Receiver – Aleva Hifo – Heritage; senior (22 receptions, 548 yards, 9 TDs; 488 yards rushing, 9 TDs) Receiver – Cameron Whatley – Paloma Valley; senior (42 receptions, 671 yards, 12 TDs) Kicker – Brett Virgil – Heritage; senior (normally QB: 1,258 yards, 21 TDs; 839 yards rushing, 8 TDs) Defense Back – Jayden Dawson – Heritage; junior (45 tackles, 3 INT, 2 fumble recoveries) Line – Quinten Asberry – Heritage; senior (50 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble) Line – Jesus Llamas – Elsinore; senior (47 tackles, 3.0 sacks, 1 forced fumble) Northwest Division Defensive Player Of The Year – Greg Holt (209 tackles, 8.0 sacks, 2 INT, 6 forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries) Offense Line – Timmy Lee – Linfield; senior Line – Ty Whitworth – Linfield; senior Receiver – Isaiah Pate – Linfield; senior (28 receptions, 546 yards, 8 TDs) Defense Back – Lorenzo Burns – Linfield; senior (40 tackles, 2 INT, 108 INT yards) Line – Kevin You – Linfield; senior (60 tackles, 1.0 sacks, 8 forced fumbles, 3 fumble recoveries) Punter – Michael Brown – Linfield; senior (41.7 yard punt average) East Valley Division Offense Back – Micah Roth – Calvary Murrieta; junior (2,366 all-purpose yards, 34 TDs) Line – John Woodrow Gotz – Calvary Murrieta; senior Defense Back – Adam Schwab – Calvary Murrieta; senior (67 tackles, 4 INT) Line – Clint Lewis – Calvary Murrieta; junior (78 tackles, 10.0 sacks, 1 blocked FG) Linebacker – Paul Brown – Calvary Murrieta; senior (135 tackles, 1.0 sack, 2 INT, 1 fumble recovery) Utility – Evan Pruitt – Rancho Christian; senior (49 tackles, 3 INT, 1 forced fumble)

Jan. 25 Linfield (11-4) – 2

Western Christian (9-5) – 8

HS BOYS SOCCER: Jan. 21 Vista Murrieta (7-8-3) - 1

Chaparral (11-3-1, 2-0) – 3 Jan. 21 Murrieta Mesa (7-10-1) – 2

Great Oak (5-8-2) – 1 Jan. 22 Paloma Valley (3-5-6) – 0

Temescal Canyon (13-2-3) – 2

TCHS: I. Vasquez, 1 gl; T. Anderson, 1 gl

HS GIRLS WATER POLO:

Jan. 21 Chaparral (6-4) – 3

Murrieta Valley (7-4) – 4 Jan. 21 Murrieta Mesa (19-4) - 4

Vista Murrieta (8-3, 1-0) – 20 VMHS: I. Rack, 6 goals; A. Van Buren, 6 gls; J. Godinez, 4 gls; K. Johnston, 11 saves

MMHS: Fox, 3 gls; Lobbert, 1 gl Jan. 22 Lakeside (12-11) – 14

Elsinore (9-10) – 7

LHS: L. Polini, 9 gls; R. Hart, 2 gls; R. De La Pena, 11 saves

FOWLER from page B-11 Press, Fowler rebounded from a double-bogey at hole No. 7, which helped trim his lead from four strokes to one, by chipping in from 30 yards out for eagle, out of a bunker at No. 8.

Then, at No. 17, Fowler holed a chip from just off the green for a birdie that shook off Pieters, the Belgian who emerged from the pack to chase Fowler all the way down the final stretch.

“It was not how it was planned,” a smiling Fowler said of the tight finish after the match, “but came out on top.”

Fowler claimed his fourth win worldwide in nine months and,

after victories at The Players Championship, the Scottish Open, and the Deutsche Bank Championship in 2015. This win will move him from No. 6 to No. 4 in the rankings, for a first-ever spot in the world’s top-five.

This is the first time Fowler has won during the first four months of a year. Not only has he made a fashion statement this week by wearing high-top golf shoes and ankle-tight jogger pants, but he’s sent out a golfing message, too.

Rickie will join more of Golf’s greats this week as he heads to San Diego for the Farmers Insurance Open, which begins Thursday, Jan. 28.

Murrieta Valley freshman quarterback, Hank Bachmeier, had 2,854 passing yards this past season with 36 touchdowns, locking in his bid Matthew Ressler photo for All-CIF.

Kyle Williams (6) earned All-CIF status for the Broncos with 2,554 allpurpose yards and 25 TDs. David Canales photo

For every great quarterback, there must be a great receiver and the numbers that Murrieta Valley’s Marquis Spikier (9) put up this past season (71 catches, 1,429 yards, 19 TDs) as a sophomore, ironed him in as an All-CIF standout.

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Calvary Murrieta’s Micah Roth (22) earned All-CIF status after he led the South Valley League with 2,366 all-purpose yards and 34 TDs. Courtesy photo

HS Boys Basketball: Wolfpack stays on top, remain undefeated in league JP Raineri Sports Editor Great Oak (14-6, 4-0) remained undefeated in league play by wrapping up last week with a win against Murrieta Mesa (7-12, 0-4), downing the Rams 49-38. Davon Sanders led the Rams attack with 15 points, helping keep the game close early on, but an 18 point third quarter run kept the Wolfpack out in front through the final buzzer. Great Oak’s Caleb Giordano and Jacob Tryon led the Wolfpack with 12 points apiece.

The Chaparral Pumas fell to 1110 overall and 1-3 in league play with a 44-41 loss to Vista Murrieta (12-8, 3-1) as the week closed out.

With the win Vista Murrieta moved into a two-way tie for second place with Temecula Valley, who beat the

Murrieta Valley Nighthawks 77-56 Thursday, Jan.21. The Golden Bears jumped out to a 15-point first quarter lead, which the Nighthawks would never be able to recover from.

Scott Hollingsworth led Temecula Valley with 13 points, while Riley Schaefer finished with 12. Senior Beau Paiva led Murrieta Valley with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals, while teammate Jacob Zandi drained a couple from downtown on his way to 9 points in the game.

Temecula Valley will travel to Vista Murrieta to battle the Broncos this week as well as the Pumas, the Nighthawks will host Great Oak and travel to face Murrieta Mesa and Chaparral will travel also test their court skills against the Golden Bears as the Southwestern League teams try to better their record for a playoff spot with six games to go.

Jacob Tryon and the Great Oak Wolfpack remain undefeated in Southwestern League play as the finals three weeks of the regular season wind down.

All “r” Stars Photography

Marcus Gonzalez (10) blocks the shot of Marcus Wilson (21) as Vista Murrieta defeats Chaparral 44-41 in Southwestern league action.

David Canales photo

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Commercial/Industrial For Rent 6,300 SQ.FT. FALLBROOK BLDG 3,300 sq. ft. office: current floor plan, waiting room, lunch room, accounting, estimating, plan room, foreman’s room, private offices, dry bar. Rear storage.

Men’s & women’s restrooms. Complete Cat 5 wiring for data/phones. Two separate A/C systems. Alarmed. 3,000 sq. ft. industrial shop. 12x12 front roll up. 6x10 rear roll up. 3 phase power.

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Please call (951) 973-7680

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Health & Fitness

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HEALTH/MEDICAL

WELLSPRING HERBS & VITAMINS offers a wide selection of herbs, vitamins, essential oils, homeopathics, teas, flower essences and other lotions and potions. Iridology and Live-Cell appointments are available. Come in for your FREE Bio-Scan! Bio-Scan will scan your body and tell you where your deficiencies are. We are located at 1223 S. Mission Rd. (Behind PizzaHut) 760-728-1244 www.nutrastar.ne.

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Services HOUSE CLEANING Affordable, good service, experienced. All of Valley area.

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3 convenient locations: Menifee ~ Hemet ~ Temecula

Bookkeeping & Payroll Services

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FOR SALE Double door refrigerator, freezer, washing machine/dryer. Other stuff. Excellent Condition. Cheap. 760645-3944. Cell: 760-415-0201.

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4BR/2.5BA on corner lot.

No garage. Small pet ok. 1825 sf.

Tile/wood flooring. $1800.

Owner will consider short lease.

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Items for Sale

LOCAL LAND TRUST is seeking resumes for land management assistant to help with mowing, weeding, restoration, trail work and general maintenance. Must have knowledge of proper use of hand tools and power tools. Must be responsible, carryout assignments, self- motivating, and be able to work in remote areas of North County and be aware what is going on around you at all times.

Great opportunity to advance in the organization by learning from the ground up. North County resident preferred. Send Resumes to: Fallbrook Land Conservancy. 1815 South Stage Coach Lane. Fallbrook, CA 92028.

See a complete list of available rentals at:

AUTOS WANTED/LUXURY

A PA R T M E N T For one person.

Secluded area. No close neighbors.

Carpet in bedroom. Kitchen and livingroom in same room. No pets. $1,200. Plus utilities. On Gird Rd. Fallbrook. Email: vd99@cox.net 949473-2671.

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John and Audrey

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Teachers with Degrees

(951) 263-3841

INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP Children and Adults

WOOD’S PAINTING CONTRACTORS

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Interior ~ Exterior Professional Workmen!

Reasonable Rates, Free Estimates Lic#700305 Fallbrook / North County 760-728-1796 / 760-723-1736 Temecula 951-246-0350 / 951-676-6530 www.woodspainting.com

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VINEYARD PROPERTIES are the future. It's all in the soil!

Call or visit NSDCVineandWine.com Vineyard and Winery Properties

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ROOFING

MOUNTAIN VALLEY ROOFING Above All-A-SUPER-ROOF Specializing in Leak Repair and Roof Certification Over 40 years experience!

State License 613515-C39 Call Tim (951) 323-7201.

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