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Lake Elsinore poised for growth Leaders share vision, opportunity Paul Bandong Staff Writer At a recent meeting of brokers and developers in Lake Elsinore, newly-elected Mayor Steve Manos shared the vision, dream, and development overview of the city.

Brandon Sudweeks, President of Coldwell Banker Commercial, then gave an overview of their developments and opportunities in the area. see page B-4

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Centerpoint Church holds community job fair Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Finding a job in 2015 can be a daunting prospect, and Centerpoint Church of Murrieta decided to do its part to help as many people get a job as possible. The community is invited to Centerpoint Church on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and encouraged to register early on the church website. see page B-2

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Mike Carpentiero (center) takes a moment to explain the process of preparing his 1929 barnstormer biplane, Stanley, for flight to Robert and Brandon Petrucci and Janessa Clark following their 15-minute flight aboard the aircraft.

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Kim Harris Managing Editor Brandon Petrucci of Temecula is a self-admitted adrenaline junkie so when the 2006 Chaparral High School graduate heard from his father that he could ride in an au-

thentic barnstormer biplane, he was quick to jump onboard.

Brandon’s father, Robert Petrucci said when he first asked Brandon if he’d like to go up for a ride in the biplane, owned and piloted by Mike Carpentiero, that Brandon didn’t believe him.

Brandon, who was confined to a

wheelchair following a rollover vehicle accident that occurred when he was a junior at Chaparral, said that his father can be a bit of a prankster.

“He messes with me all of the time,” Brandon said. “The first time I flew in a small aircraft he told me we were going for a hot air balloon ride and we actually came up here

and I got to ride in the back of a small plane that a friend of ours was taking flight lessons in.”

Robert said he stumbled upon the biplane while getting gasoline for his dirt bike at the French Valley Airport.

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Old Town Temecula businesses open while EMWD works on sewer project Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer On a sunny Saturday in January, Old Town Temecula fills with pedestrians, restaurant-goers, and Farmers’ Market fans. On side streets, one may notice fenced off areas protecting 25-foot deep shafts, newly dug by the Eastern Municipal Water District for a large scale sewer replacement project.

“With all of the new multi-use buildings in Old Town, the existing sewer would not be able to handle the capacity,” said Roxanne Rountree, senior public relations officer of EMWD. She discussed the project’s shaftdrilling work that’s being done in phases. “We are heading to 4th Street next,” Rountree said.

“EMWD anticipates the sewer replacement work to complete in the winter of 2015.”

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The Eastern Municipal Water District sewer project continues at the intersection of Main and Front St. in Old Town Temecula.

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Elks official admits Hoop Shoot contestant wrongly disqualified Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A violation in rules during an Elks’ Hoop Shoot contest in Temecula left an 8-year-old girl disqualified from the competition.

However, according to the director of the Elks National Foundation, the rule violation was not her or her family’s fault.

Chloe Furlong of Winchester was disqualified during the Dec. 6 contest held at the Temecula Recreation Center because the contest got underway before the set start time, according to Chloe’s stepmother Jannet Furlong.

“Our daughter was invited to participate in the Hoop Shoot Tourna-

ment that took place on December 6,” Jannet said. “We received a flyer from her school, French Valley Elementary, in which indicates the contest will start at 9:30 a.m.

I arrived with Chloe at 9:22 a.m., which is before the designated time set for her age group. Another parent also arrived at the same time with her son and he was allowed to participate in the contest.”

According to Jannet, Chloe’s age group had already completed their tournament before the contest start time.

“At our arrival, I learned that the girls’ age group 8-9 started the contest early, before the designated time set and we were not notified of

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Chloe Furlong holds her first place trophy on Jan. 10.

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Hard News A third Murrieta business robbed at gunpoint this month Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A Murrieta USA Gas Station located at 39055 Winchester Road was robbed at gun point just after 2 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, according to police.

This armed robbery marks the third robbery in Murrieta in recent weeks.

“Employees told dispatch an

adult male, wearing a ski mask, black sweat shirt, blue jeans, and brandishing a hand gun, came into the store and demanded cash,” Murrieta Police Sergeant Spencer Parker wrote in a press release.

“When the store manager challenged the suspect, the suspect immediately fled from the store on foot through the open field east of the gas station.”

According to Parker, the suspect did not get any cash from

the location and no employees were injured during the attempted robbery.

“Patrol units arrived on scene within a few minutes of the call and set up a perimeter,” Parker said. “The Riverside Sheriff’s Airship was dispatched, arrived on scene and searched the open field (with spot lights and their onboard FLIR system). The search area was bordered by Winchester Creek Road, Calle La Fortuna,

Murrieta Hot Springs Road, and the Hillside Apartment Complex.

An extensive search for the suspect met negative results for the suspect.”

According to Parker, the suspect is described as a white male adult, 20-25 years old, approximately 5’7”, 160 pounds, with a thin build.

“The suspect wore a black jacket, black jeans, and a black ski type mask with a white threaded design

near the suspect’s mouth,” Parker said. “The suspect matches the description of the subject responsible for two similar robberies that occurred on Jan. 13 and Jan. 20.”

Anyone with information or questions regarding this investigation can contact the on-duty Watch Commander at (951)696-3615.

You can also provide information anonymously through “We Tip” at 1-800-78-CRIME.

Alleged Murrieta freeway DUI crash turns deadly Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A man was killed and four others injured in an alleged DUI crash on Jan. 24 on Interstate 15, according to authorities.

The driver of a 2004 Toyota Tacoma lost control of the truck he was driving near Murrieta Hot

Springs Road just before 4:30 a.m. after allegedly falling asleep at the wheel while drunk, a CHP news release said. The 18-yearold driver was identified as Calvin Alexander Cerda of Riverside.

CHP officials said the three passengers in the back seat were not wearing seat belts and two of them were thrown from the truck.

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ner’s Office has identified 20-yearold Oscar Avina of Riverside as the man who was killed in the wreck.

Cerda was arrested on suspi-

cion of felony DUI and booked into Southwest Jail early Saturday morning. He sustained moderate injuries in the collision.

The driver and passengers were

coming from a party in San Diego and going home to Riverside at the time of the collision, the release said. The collision is still under investigation.

DUI offender accused of killing motorcyclist arraigned MURRIETA - A man accused of killing a motorcyclist in an alcohol-fueled head-on crash near Anza pleaded not guilty on Jan. 23 to second-degree murder and other charges.

Kenneth Alan Hoddick, 68, of Agunga could face 15 years to life in prison if convicted in the Dec. 6 death of 61-year-old Richard Michael Ray of Anza.

Along with the murder count, Hoddick is charged with DUI gross vehicular manslaughter and a sentence-enhancing allegation of being a repeat DUI offender.

He appeared before Riverside County Superior Court Judge Mark Mandio, who scheduled a felony settlement conference for March 5 and left Hoddick’s bail at $1 million.

The defendant is being held at the Southwest Detention Center in Murrieta.

According to the California Highway Patrol, Hoddick was at the wheel of a 1996 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck going southbound on state Route 371, about 15 miles east of Temecula, when he encountered Ray coming from the opposite direction on his motorcycle.

Witnesses alleged that Hoddick was weaving all over the roadway and braking frequently moments before the collision, according to the CHP. The truck and motorcycle were each traveling about 50 mph when Hoddick veered directly into Ray’s path, hitting him head-on, CHP Officer Mike Lassig alleged.

He said Ray was ejected from his bike, suffered major injuries, and was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later by paramedics.

Hoddick allegedly tried to flee on foot, but was stopped by witnesses about 100 yards from the collision, Lassig said.

The defendant was transported to Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar for treatment of minor chest injuries and was booked into jail the following day.

According to court records, Hoddick has two prior misdemeanor DUI convictions. Under state law, when a person has been convicted of impaired driving and has received warnings of the consequences of driving while intoxicated, he or she can be charged with murder for killing someone in a DUI crash.

Adult soccer coach arrested for suspicion of writing bad checks, bilking team members TEMECULA - The coach of an adult soccer team in Temecula was arrested on Thursday, Jan. 25 on suspicion of collecting more than $2,700 in fees and uniform costs from players and writing checks with insufficient funds to make league payments.

Officers arrested 29-year-old Reedham Patel at his home in the 39000 block of Longleaf Street

while serving a search warrant there to seize additional evidence, Temecula police Sgt. Steve Fredericks said.

He was booked into the Southwest Detention Center with bail set at $5,000 on charges of second degree burglary, forgery with a possible fake ID, writing checks with insufficient funds and disobeying a court order.

Bail was set at $5,000 and he was released later that day.

Patel was scheduled to make an appearance in a Murrietta court March 19. Temecula police would like anyone who may have paid Patel for services related to any adult sports league, or anyone with information related to the investigation, to contact officers at (951) 696-3000.

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Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A wanted felon was seen in the area of San Jacinto Street and Clark Drive in Hemet on Wednesday, Jan 21 and police responded to the area to make an arrest.

Once deputies responded around 2:30 p.m., they received information that the suspect was at a home in the 40200 block of Clark Drive.

A San Jacinto K9 unit was sent to the area to help search for the suspect identified as 36-year-old Todd Hodge of Hemet.

“During the search, K9 Sultan alerted to a crawl space underneath a residence,” Deputy Albert Martinez wrote in a press release. “Due to the confined space K9 Sultan was sent in to determine if the

K9 Sultan was allegedly killed by wanted felon Todd Hodge during a standoff in Hemet.

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suspect was hiding. Moments later an indistinguishable noise was heard and K9 Sultan returned from the crawl space with an injury to his neck.”

The K9 was taken to a local veterinarian hospital where he died from his injuries, according to Martinez.

“Because the suspect refused to exit the residence and barricaded himself inside, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department SWAT Team responded,” Martinez said. “During the lengthy standoff, SWAT personnel made numerous announcements to have the suspect surrender. In an attempt to have the suspect surrender peacefully, SWAT personnel deployed tear gas.”

Once the tear gas was deployed, Hodge soon crawled out from un-

der the home allegedly armed with a handgun, according to Martinez.

“Shortly thereafter, the suspect emerged from underneath the residence armed with a handgun and a deputy involved shooting occurred,” Martinez wrote.

Hodge, who was identity was not immediately released pending positive identification and notification of next of kin, died on scene , said Martinez.

No civilians or deputies were injured and the involved deputies were placed on paid administrative leave per department policy.

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JP Raineri, Valley News Sports Editor, and President of the Temecula Youth Baseball League, stands with Tony and Aly Belden, the parents of Elijah, who was electrocuted at a birthday party at his Temecula home in 2014.

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Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Nominees are in for Stars of the Valley 2015, the prestigious Temecula award banquet of Charity for Charity, coming to South Coast Winery, Feb. 7. Tickets are still available, and will include red carpet entrance, champagne, photo booth, dinner, and wine, as well as a touching production on the beneficiaries of this years’ benefit.

Valley News sports writer, video editor, and local radio personality, JP Raineri is among those to be celebrated at the red carpet gala.

Nominated for the “Got Your Back” award, Raineri took a moment to discuss what the recognition means to him.

“I feel humbled for even being nominated,” Raineri said. “I think what Charity (Prestifilippo) has done with this event is something that makes her more of a star than anyone, and her staff as well, they are all such great people.”

It wasn’t until a friend mentioned voting for him that Raineri even realized the magnitude of his nomination.

“I received a Facebook message

from a friend that said she voted for me, and I saw Charity mentioning me. To be honest, I was so honored, but I started thinking about others I would nominate instead of me,” he said.

Now, Raineri wants people to know to just vote, and support the event, as the cause behind Stars of the Valley is what really matters.

“Even if I don’t win, just the fact that people thought enough about me to vote for me, means the world,” he said.

Raineri understands the time and dedication that goes into the planning of events such as Stars of the Valley.

“I am excited to be a part of it. I know I will be paying this experience forward when it’s all said and done,” he said. “To be thought of as someone that has ‘Got your Back’ in the community is very special to me and I think the category alone fits like a glove.”

No stranger to charitable work, Raineri looks to his lifelong role models for teaching him how to lift up others, attributing his role models to coaches, teachers, his parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts.

“It wasn’t always what they

taught me verbally, but also how they showed me and raised me, through early morning volunteering at church, as well as community and sporting events, to helping set up for military balls, city hall events, business expos, even going to see my great grandparents at their retirement home at an early age and hanging out all day, helping serve food, and just talking with the people there in general that made me who I am today,” Raineri said.

Honor aside, according to Raineri, it is the ‘Got Your Back’ award category that rings the most true to him.

“I feel that that making a difference in your community is huge, whether it be by volunteering with the youth, joining community groups, like Rotary, or even just picking up trash off the streets in your own neighborhood is something that anyone can do,” Raineri said. “Sometimes people just need a push in the right direction and I never mind using my past experiences in life as a way to relate to others and help where needed.”

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Local BARNSTORMER from page A-1 “I saw (Carpentiero) kicking back in his chair and I saw the plane and how he was dressed and we started chewing the fat, he’s a former Marine and I am a former Marine and so I thought heck it sounds like fun and I knew that Brandon would have a good time.”

On Sunday, when Brandon, Robert and Robert’s granddaughter Janessa Carter went up in the biplane, affectionately known as Stanley, winds were high so the group was forced to wait for more favorable conditions.

Crosswinds and runways can provide challenges for pilots of biplanes, according to Carpentiero.

“Biplanes didn’t land on runways; they landed in fields, usually on grass,” Carpentiero said. “They have a lot of give. The challenge of flying these things is landing on paved runways designed for more modern machines that can handle crosswind components. These weren’t designed for those crosswind components.”

Carpentiero said that crosswinds and runways were two things pilots didn’t concern themselves with in the days of the barnstormers.

“Back in those days there were two things you didn’t need to worry about, crosswinds and seeing where you were landing,” he said. “That’s why the pilot sits in back with hardly any forward visibility. So the challenge is staying on the runway and dealing with crosswind components, those are the big tricks with these airplanes.”

The delay didn’t unnerve Brandon though. He kept a watchful eye on the airfield flags in anticipation for a break in the wind that would allow them to fly off into the wild blue yonder.

“I’ve been doing extreme sports most of my life so a little crosswind … if he’s confident I am confident,”

Brandon said. “What’s the worst that could happen? I am going to be in a wheelchair?”

During the delay Carpentiero took the time to explain more about the flight on the bright red historic barnstorming biplane which was

built in 1929. Passengers go up for an authentic barnstorming ride in the New Standard D-25 biplane that lasts approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

“I like to say the ride lasts a lifetime,” said Carpentiero. “You don’t want to over saturate someone be-

cause there are a lot of stimuli. There is wind, there is noise, there’s a lot coming in. If you put people through all of that for very long it becomes too much for them.”

According to avstop.com, barnstorming became popular after

Pilot Mike Carpentiero primes Stanley prior to flight on Sunday, Jan. 25.

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World War I as ex-military pilots who wanted to stay in aviation began buying up used military aircraft at cheap prices. Pilots began to travel from town to town giving exhibitions of stunt flying and participating in airplane races. Often called The Flying Circus, aerobatic displays were common during the late 1920s to the mid 1940s.

Carpentiero said he does basic barnstorming maneuvers depending on the comfort level of the passengers.

“If I have a real thrill seeker in there with two people who are less comfortable, I try to appease the person that is scared,” Carpentiero said. “You don’t want to scare people away from flying.”

While Stanley can seat up to four passengers, Carpentiero said he will take as few as two on a flight.

According to a press release issued

by Nostalgic Warbird & Biplane Rides, Stanley was built specifically for barnstorming by Charles Healy Day and Ivan Gates of the “Gates Flying Circus.” The plane is one of only five New Standards flying in the world today.

“The New Standard biplane is among the few remaining examples of aircraft built specifically for barnstorming,” the press release states.

“It is a rugged, simple airplane, not designed for transportation, but just for the fun of flying.”

Carpentiero, who was a pilot in the Marine Corps and then in the Air Force reserves, used to be a pilot for United Airlines. He travels the country giving biplane rides aboard Stanley, a job that doesn’t make him rich, but is one that he loves. He said he makes only enough money to keep him from having to have a real job, but for him it’s not about the money, it’s about a love for flying.

“It’s unique, it’s nostalgic” he said.

“It’s pretty cool because I have taken

Pilot Mike Carpentiero performs a maneuver during a flight at the French Valley Airport.

Pilot Mike Carpentiero helps Janessa Clark, 17, get ready for her flight onboard Stanley, an authentic 1929 barnstormer biplane.

Historic barnstormer biplane Stanley, sits on the tarmac at the French Valley Airport.

Mike Carpentiero gives brief instructions to Janessa Clark and her grandfather Robert Kim Harris photos Petrucci while Janessa’s uncle, Brandon Petrucci buckles himself in.

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people who have never flown before to people who may have 30,000 hours of flight time. But none of them have ever experienced it like this. It’s a cool experience for people.

As for Brandon, Robert and Janessa, they were able to fly in Stanley after about an hour delay. Upon their take-off, the sun burst through the overcast skies that hovered over the Valley most of Sunday and the family enjoyed a 15-minute flight over Lake Skinner and the homes surrounding the airport. All three said the experience was amazing.

“It was great, it was fun, totally worth the wait,” Robert said. “It was exhilarating.”

Brandon said the corkscrew maneuver Carpentiero performed as they were coming in for the landing was his favorite part of the flight.

“I wish he could have done a bunch of those,” Brandon said, adding that everyone needs to take the opportunity to fly in a biplane. “It was very enjoyable, it was unforgettable.”

Carpentiero will be back at French Valley Airport Jan. 30 to Feb. 1. To schedule a ride, see the plane or for more information, visit www. nostalgicwarbirdrides.com or call Carpentiero at (760) 641-7335 or (800) 991-2473.

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Local pilot dreams big, hopes to inspire others Alex Groves Special to the Valley News Professional pilot Anthony Oshinuga still vividly remembers the time he sat in his father’s car as a plane landed within mere feet of him.

“When I was 5 years old – I was born in Austin, Texas – there were no gates around the airports,” Oshinuga said. “We would go to the threshold of a runway and turn the car around and watch the airplane approach, fly overhead and land.

That pretty much captivated me, paved the road, for me to become who I am today.”

It was that moment that inspired Oshinuga, who now works as a

certified pilot. He takes groups of tourists and residents on rides over Temecula’s scenic countryside in his classic 170A airplane, giving them a view of vineyards, mountains and rocky terrain.

He said he loves his scenic route and enjoys being able to share it with others, especially those who have never flown before.

“I love enlightening people to the world of aviation,” Oshinuga said.

“Because most people who go in, who have never been in an airplane before, will be like, ‘Oh my God, I can’t believe I’ve never done this before.’”

Oshinuga, who does acrobatics with planes in competitions and expositions, plans to become part of Red Bull’s Air Force flight team

at some time in the near future, saying he’s already in talks with representatives from the energy drink company. As a member of the flight team, Oshinuga would be doing what he loves while also doing promotion for Red Bull.

In the meantime though, the young pilot says he’s happy to just share his love of flight with others.

He doesn’t just want to share his love of flight with adults only.

Recently, Oshinuga volunteered at a flight event in Imperial. He was a participant in Imperial Aviation Day’s Young Eagles Flights, a program that gives children the opportunity to experience smallairplane flights.

He also regularly attends flight events in Rubidoux, Calif., where

he does the same thing. He loves being able to bring children up into the air and will often let them hold on to one of the yokes in his dual-yoke plane to give them the impression that they’re steering the plane, he said.

“Their eyes just light up,” Oshinuga said of the children he takes on flights.

Oshinuga said he wants children to know the magic of flight and what it’s like to be up in the air in the hope they might also catch the flight bug.

Part of the reason, he said, is that pilots are a dying group. Very few people in the country area able to claim they have a pilot’s license and even fewer are able to perform acrobatics with planes.

Area residents who would like to give their child a flight experience needn’t go as far as Imperial or Rubidoux.

As part of his Air Oshinuga flight business, Oshinuga gives children free rides in his plane at French Valley Airport the first Saturday of each month. Parents who accompany their children will pay the regular ticket price for an air flight.

“I think it’s so important to give back to the younger generation because look at me; I’m a commercial rated pilot and I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for my father taking me to an airport when I was 5,” Oshinuga said. “I want to do the same thing for kids and show them that.”

MWD approves design to CHP educates new drivers with Start extend Diamond Valley Smart teen driver’s safety class Lake electrical service to monitoring systems Joe Naiman Writer The Metropolitan Water District of California authorized the design process to extend electrical service to the dam monitoring system for the East Dam and East Marina areas of Diamond Valley Lake.

MWD’s January 13 board vote also appropriated $710,000 which will cover $358,000 of design costs, $242,000 for surveying, receipt of bids, and negotiations with Southern California Edison, $84,000 for environmental surveys and permitting and $26,000 for contingencies.

MWD’s Diamond Valley Reservoir was completed in 2000 and has a maximum storage capacity of 810,000 acre feet. During the construction of the three rock-fill dams, an extensive dam monitoring system was installed to provide early warning signs of dam distress and to monitor real-time performance of the embankments and foundations. The data of changes in seepage flow rates and seepage water turbidity, which are measured by seepage weirs and turbidimeters installed in manholes along the downstream toe of each dam, is transmitted through MWD’s Wide Area Network to MWD’s Operation Control Center in Eagle Rock and then to MWD’s headquarters building in Downtown Los Angeles. The data is included in MWD’s reports to the California Division of Safety of Dams.

During the construction of Diamond Valley Lake, permanent power was installed to the dam monitoring and Wide Area Network systems for the Owen Dam and the Saddle Dam, but due to the anticipation of upgrades to utilities within the adjacent recreation area only temporary power lines were installed to provide electricity to the East Dam’s seepage monitoring structures. The temporary timber poles have become worn, and several of those have already been replaced. The power lines have been repaired on numerous occasions to maintain electrical service to the seepage weirs, and the frequency of power outages is increasing.

In addition to improving reliability of the dam monitoring and Wide Area Network systems, an upgrade to permanent power will also enhance security and public safety within the East Marina area.

The security surveillance system and other East Marina recreation amenities and a Wide Area Network microwave tower at the East Marina are powered by two diesel generators which operate continuously and require containment to comply with their California Air Resources Board operating permits, so bringing permanent power to the East Marina area will also assist with air quality compliance requirements.

The ultimate plan is to extend the permanent overhead 12,000-volt power lines to five seepage monitoring structures, the microwave communication tower and the East Marina area. Southern California Edison will extend the 12,000volt lines and install transformers, meters, and service panels while MWD’s construction contract will extend electrical lines from the powered equipment to the new panels and will switch over the equipment from the temporary electrical systems to the new service.

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, along with subcontractor consultants, will perform the design phase activities. The design work will include conducting field surveys, mapping easements, preparing drawings and specifications for the construction contract, establishing a utility agreement with Southern California Edison, obtaining permitting approval through the MultiSpecies Habitat Conservation Plan program, developing the final design criteria and a construction cost estimate, preparing documents for competitive bids of the construction phase and technical assistance during the bid period.

The design phase is expected to be complete in September 2015.

The design work will refine the construction cost estimate, which is currently between $3.5 million and $4.1 million. Future MWD board actions will approve the utility agreement with Southern California Edison and authorize the construction contract.

City of Menifee to take over landscape and lighting zones Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist During the Menifee City Council Meeting held Jan. 21 at city hall, it was announced that the city will take over some landscape and lighting zones within the city’s boundaries.

“When the city incorporated, the county continued to maintain certain areas of responsibilities to the city,” said Jonathan Smith the city’s director of Public Works.

“The city has been working for 18 months to transition this administration to the city.”

The city council requested the contracts to be brought in house to allow city staff to maintain the zones.

If the city maintained these zones, it would allow for quickerresponse to issues regarding landscaping, water runoff, street lighting and other problems in the

zones in the city limit, according to Smith.

“I’m proud to say the Public Works Department is prepared to take over these duties on Feb. 1, 2015,” Smith said. “Districtwide, there are 945,257 square feet of irrigated and landscaped area, 43 water meters that EMWD will be maintaining and 101 street lights that are currently maintained by Edison for us.”

Smith said the city will now be responsible for 2,250 additional trees as of Feb. 1.

The city will begin to receive assessment funds twice annually directly from the county controller with the first installment in mid-January and the second installment in mid-May. The county will transfer reserve account funds on Feb. 1.

The county will hold between 5-10 percent to cover final balances on outstanding invoices, Smith said.

CHP Officer Mike Lassig educates teen drivers during a Start Smart teen driver’s safety class in Temecula.

Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist The California Highway Patrol hosted a teen driver’s safety class to educate young drivers that are on the road or soon to be, on Wednesday, Jan. 21. About 20 people attended the “Start Smart” teen driving safety class held at Temecula’s City Hall.

“The Start Smart class is a statewide program that we like to put on for new and soon to be drivers here in California,” CHP Officer Mike Lassig said. “It’s to get people educated on proper driving, safety factors when it comes to driving and impaired driving.”

During the 90-minute class,

graphic videos were shown of real car accidents showing people who did not survive.

According to Lassig, some drivers think it is okay to check messages on their cell phone while at a stop light or sign, but that is not the case.

“Whenever you are out on the roadway and you have your smart phone in your hand, you’re in violation of the California Vehicle Code,” Lassig said. “You have to be hands free at all times, whether you’re stopped or not.”

Many accidents are caused by drivers that are not paying attention to the road, Lassig said.

“One big thing right now is distracted driving, a lot of these teens are on their smart phones while driv-

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ing,” Lassig said. “Our main focus is to get these new drivers from point A to point B safely without being involved in a traffic collision.”

Another common problem among drivers is medication, according to Lassig. Many people take medications that impair driving even though most have warning labels advising not to drive or operate heavy machinery.

“The biggest thing out there is impaired driving,” Lassig said.

“There are a lot of people taking medications where they should not be driving.”

For more information on the Start Smart class or to find out when the next class will be held, contact Lassig at: MLassig@chp.ca.gov.

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Local Girl Scouts busy selling cookies, profits will help pay for fun activities Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist It’s Girl Scout cookie time again.

For only $4 a box, local Girl Scouts are selling cookies that consumers spend nearly $8 million on annually.

Currently selling cookies door-todoor and online, Girl Scouts will soon be in front of stores with their selection of cookies.

Thirty-three-year-old Leia Buchko of Temecula has two daughters in Girl Scouts, and this year marks her fourth year as a scout mom in Troop 653.

According to Buchko, the troop picked up their first shipment of cookies on Saturday, Jan 24.

“We just picked up the cookies Saturday and we sell them through March 8,” Buchko said. “We picked up around 1,200 boxes and we plan to pick up more.”

During their first week, the troops do their “walk about period” where the girls go door-to-door selling their cookies.

“It raises money for them to do things; it shows the kids responsibility,” Buchko said while selling cookies with her 5 and 8-year-old daughters. “They are the ones doing

the work; they are the ones knocking on the doors.”

Selling nearly 200 million boxes of cookies each year, the fundraiser has become big business for the organization, according to a press release issued by the organization.

“The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest, most successful girlled business in the world, and its power to teach girls business and financial skills that will serve them throughout their lives is unrivaled,” said Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA. “Every year, nearly 1.5 million Girl Scouts sell about 200 million boxes of cookies—close to $800 million worth; and every year, our young cookie entrepreneurs reinvest that money into troop activities and projects that make their communities and our world a better place. There is no other program that allows girls to gain such valuable experience and understanding of how they can transform their world, all while having fun and engaging in the excitement of the cookie season.”

According to the press release, 100 percent of the net revenue raised through Girl Scout Cookie sales stays with local councils, and girls decide how their troop cookie

money is spent.

For each box of cookies sold, $1 goes to the baker, 22 cents goes to the Girl Scouts’ rewards such as patches and trips, 70 cents goes to troop proceeds, 47 cents to Girl Scout properties and $1.61 goes to programming, membership, camp, education and support services.

Buchko has always been a scout supporter because she feels it allows the kids the opportunity to experience real life opportunities they normally would not.

“Our goal is 2,000 boxes,” she said. “I think we should hit it.”

Buchko’s oldest daughter, Jillian, has been a scout for four years and she loves every moment of it.

“Cause after the cookies we do fun things with our cookie money,” Jillian said. “Normally we go skating or bowling and camping and some stuff that is expensive and we use our cookie money for it.”

This is the first year the local troop has added gluten free cookies to the menu, but they are a $1more than the regular cookies.

To buy a box of cookies, look for the Girl Scouts in front of local grocery stores beginning Jan. 31 or call the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio at (800) 400-4475.

Eight-year-old Jillian Buchko, left, sells cookies door-to-door with her 5-year-old sister Alexis on Jan. 25.

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Temecula Talk organizes Bully Busters Workshop Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Bullying is a subject that Temecula Talk co-founders, Kerrin Smith and Dana Arrington, take so seriously that they have organized an upcoming Bully Busters Workshop.

“I was bullied as a child, and it was only through my friendships that I found my way through it, with Dana’s help.” Smith said. “I read post after post describing bullying at our schools on Temecula Talk, and I knew I had to do something.”

The workshop offers a solution for children and parents looking for tools to overcome the fear and suffering associated with childhood bullying. The event, hosted by ZUltimate Self Defense Studios of Temecula, will take place Saturday, Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for children ages 6 to 11, and from 1 to 3 p.m. for children age 12 and over.

SEWER from page A-1 The shaft drilling was EMWD and the City of Temecula’s answer to how to keep businesses open and thriving during the sewer expansion project. According to EMWD, following the construction of the access shafts, no more than three intersections will be under construction at any given time.

“Ordinarily, the sewer replacement work would be done by trenching,” Rountree said.

According to EMWD calculations, pedestrian traffic should be able to flow without interruption due to the non-surface level invasiveness.

“There will be no full road closures during the project,” Rountree said. “Once the shafts are completed, the sewer line will be bored underground using a laser-guided boring system.”

Old Town Temecula Association President Corinna Coram lauded the project. “Though the businesses may not feel a benefit initially, the EMWD sewer project will enhance the infrastructure of the existing sewer system which will allow developments, buildings and businesses continue to evolve and grow,” she said.

The shaft drilling equipment might seem daunting to some, due to the size of equipment needed, according to Coram, “but it’s necessary to get the job done.”

Kimberly Baily, owner of Baily’s Old Town Front Street, discussed construction and its effect on

Lunch will be provided, courtesy of Heavenly Hot Dogs, at 12 p.m.

“We wanted to provide age appropriate instruction for kids of all ages, including insight on bully behavior, and notes on cyberbullying for our 12-years-old and over group,” Smith said.

There are limited openings available, and Smith recommends that interested parents reserve their spots as soon as possible. “Our Facebook events page is already accepting advance registration, and parents are grateful and ready,” she said.

According to Smith, the almost 17,000 member Facebook group is often peppered with posts by parents and children who are hurting due to bullying situations at Temecula Valley schools. “A few months ago, we began tracking posts by parents who were seeking advice due to child bullying. I found myself empathizing with the

kids, and longing to do something to help,” she said.

“We put the call out, and received so many offers to help by area experts,” Smith said. “The goal for the event is to empower the kids who are being bullied and tormented.”

Each student present will be offered techniques when put into a fighting situation, through the self-defense situations, but they will also learn the mind-set of the bully, according to Smith. “We want children to learn why the bully does what they do, and how to present yourself when you are initially being attacked to avoid becoming a victim,” she said.

For Smith, this has been a lifelong vision. “I cry when I read the Temecula Talk posts of the suffering. It makes me remember my own situation, and how I was bullied for reasons I couldn’t comprehend, like my father dying, my mom working to take care of us,” she said.

Smith admits she may have suffered depression during that time.

“I had suicidal thoughts, but there were those who stepped in to help make things better,” she said. She grew up and the bullying eventually stopped. “But even now, I can still remember those situations. It’s life altering,” she said.

As the Mother of two elementary school age sons, Smith has done her best to empower them to stand up for themselves, and their friends, but even more, she has warned them against using bullying behavior.

“I tell my kids it is most important to never cause anyone else pain, and that is what bullying is.

It’s inflicting pain, in one way or another. Now, we can do something to stop it, to head it off,” she said.

The Bully Busters Workshop not only will show the self-defense maneuvers, but also teach valuable insight into the character of a bully.

Marriage and Family Therapist, Linda Epstein-Graval, will be on hand to share the profile of a “bully” which can help empower potential victims to stand tall, and not be pushed around verbally, emotionally, or physically.

“It takes a village, and our children deserve to live full lives without fear and intimidation,” Epstein-Graval said. Social network, media and security expert Carlos Bazan-Canabal, will educate parents and students on how to overcome cyber bullying.

“Parents can learn so much on how to help their children before cyber bullying gets out of hand, and learn their rights, and learn how not to be victims,” Smith said.

Registration for the workshop is online through the Temecula Talk Facebook group.

Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studio is located at 39252 Winchester Rd., Ste. 114 in Murrieta.

post-Christmas holiday business.

“Construction projects are always a challenge and disruptive, and our business is unfortunately down, but it’s better than the alternatives, especially when we’re talking about a sewer project,” Baily said.

The shaft system will ideally maintain open streets and sidewalks during the year-long revamp. Once completed, the new sewer system will travel the length of Front Street, running underneath the sidewalks on the western side of the street.

Coram wants the public to be patient during the mid-week construction and adhere to the signs posted

by EMWD. “We want people to be safe, and come back to enjoy our neighborhood,” she said.

According to EMWD, only utility relocations will occur at night.

“We do not run the big drills or earth movers at night, due to the noise ambiance to the apartments across the street,” Rountree said.

Work time, according to Rountree, will only take place during the day, and never over the many holiday and special event celebrations put on by the city over the course of the year. The Old Town Rod Run, Fourth of July parade, Christmas parade and other Old Town Temecula events will see construction cleaned up and intersections plated.

“We worked very hard with the City of Temecula to look at the event dates, to ensure there is no construction on weekends,” Rountree said.

Speaking on behalf of Old Town

businesses, Baily said there’s no reason for the public to stay away.

“Us mom and pop business are depending on our locals to dine,

shop and keep enjoying Old Town though our little project,” she said.

The EMWD is using a ‘trenchless’ method to minimize the impact for businesses, pedestrians and Shane Gibson photos motorists. This method uses large vertical shafts to access the sewer lines.

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Inside the large vertical shafts where EMWD workers use a laser guided boring system to install the new sewer lines along the western portion of Front St. in Old Town Temecula.

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Childhelp agency seeks foster parents REDLANDS—With her hair roughly clipped out of her face in her usual end-of-the-day up-do, a social worker sits at her desk dialing number after number. She hasn’t eaten since breakfast, if you can call a can of cola and a piece of toast a meal, and she’s drumming at the desk with a pen without even realizing she’s doing it. Other agencies will be closing at 5 p.m. and she can’t even dream of going home right now.

It’s 4:45 p.m.—in fifteen minutes her chances of getting anyone on the phone shrink significantly and she has a child she desperately needs to place. The 6-year-old boy sitting across from her, clutching a dirty and worn stuffed dog, is staring straight ahead. He can’t help the feeling of loneliness and despair that grows with each phone call, even though he’s finally stopped crying.

He doesn’t know where he’s going to sleep that night.

This scene isn’t uncommon.

Every day more children are detained and the dedicated men and women who have sworn to help them are desperately trying to keep up. Ideally, children would stay at home with their parents, so family preservation is always the first plan.

If there is clear evidence that a child has been abused or neglected, the maltreatment has caused real harm and it is likely that the problem will continue or reoccur, the county has no choice. Knowingly leaving a child in danger is also child abuse and eventually offering the parents a stern warning just isn’t enough.

But where do all these children go once they’ve been removed from a dangerous home?

Every day, county social workers have to face that problem.

One child in their caseload might represent 100 phone calls. If more people could open their homes to these children, perhaps the other 99 phone calls could be to find homes for other kids.

Since 1959, Childhelp has been fighting child abuse and working to help those who have been victimized. On the “front lines” of child welfare, what started as a single orphanage in Japan, then one in Vietnam, became several homes, schools and hospitals, eventually growing to include a National Child Abuse Hotline, advocacy centers and therapeutic villages in the United States. Currently, Childhelp’s mission is to find foster families in Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties to meet the immediate need.

“We just don’t have the beds,” said a Childhelp representative.

“40 calls per day—that’s how many children we have to turn away and it breaks my heart every time.”

Childhelp foster parents work with a local office and have a number they can call at any time, day or night, instead of dealing with the county directly. The Childhelp team forms real relationships with their foster parents, working personally with the families they certify and

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getting to know the people, their plans, their success stories and areas where they might need help. There are events, barbecues and outings where foster parents can share stories. No Childhelp foster parent ever needs to feel alone—someone is always available to offer support or answer questions.

People often wonder what it takes to be a foster parent. Foster parents can be single, married or in a relationship. They can be homeowners or they can be renters. They can be experienced parents or never had any experience with children at all. As long as they have a spare room and a heart for children, they have what it takes—we offer all the training they will need. Here are some questions that potential foster parents often ask: What do I need to do to qualify as a foster parent?

Attend a four-hour orientation in their local office (Hollywood or Redlands). The entire process will be explained in detail within the first two hours. If you decide to continue, we will begin filling out and signing paperwork for the remainder of the time. One of our Childhelp staff will set up a visit to your home for an initial inspection to ensure your home meets licensing requirements (i.e. enough rooms, smoke detectors, etc.), and Childhelp can give you a complete check list specific to you to help you prepare your home. There will also be a background check, foster parent trainings and interviews as part of the process.

How long does this process take?

The foster parent certification process takes an average of 30 to 90 days, depending on how diligently you work on turning in verifications. Once you are certified by Childhelp and approved for placement, an available child (or children) may be placed in your home. Each spare room can have up to two children (a foster child can share a room with your biological child, or two foster children can share a room with each other providing they are the same gender—if both children are under the age of 5, gender is irrelevant) and each home can have up to six children total as

long as there are enough rooms to accommodate them.

Who are the children placed through Childhelp?

The boys and girls we work with are referred by the DCFS and range in age from infants to 20 years old.

These children/youth often suffer from emotional difficulties and have a history of abuse and neglect.

Our foster care program has trained clinical staff to provide therapeutic support services for both the child and family throughout the foster placement.

Will I be compensated?

You will receive a monthly reimbursement check as high as $1,027 per child, depending on the child’s age, to be used specifically toward the care of the child.

How do I begin?

Call 1-877-70-CHILD (1-877702-4453) and talk to a Childhelp representative. After a short telephone interview, you can schedule an orientation and start the process.

It is only natural to base parenting decisions on the model of your own childhood. These children were taken away from a terrible model of home life, and without intervention they will likely grow up to abuse or neglect their children as well, just like their parents did. It is possible for these children to redefine “family” with just a few months of healthy example. A good foster placement can break the cycle of abuse and provide a healthy model so that their children and their children’s children don’t have to suffer the same fate.

A young boy or girl is crying right now, not sure where they will sleep tonight. We are reaching out to the community, looking for homes for these children. If you or someone you know has a room and love to spare, or has ever considered being a foster parent, please call. Together we can rebuild our community and stop the cycle of abuse, one little life at a time.

Childhelp’s Redlands Office (facility lic. #366404114) is located at 1743-A Orange Tree Lane and can be reached directly at (909) 3351164. For more information on becoming a foster parent in Riverside or San Bernardino counties, email Patty Old at pold@childhelp.org.

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Murrieta City Council made what city attorney Leslie Devaney referred to as a “as a clear statement of support” for city manager Rick Dudley following a closed session evaluating Dudley’s performance held on Jan. 20.

“Council wishes to make a clear statement of support for the city manager’s execution of council goals and for his leadership of city staff,” Devaney said.

Following Devaney’s announcement, council moved forward with regular business including recognition of retired Murrieta Fire Chief Matt Shobert.

Flanked by the members of city council, Mayor Harry Ramos recognized Shobert for his service to the communities he served during his 28 years of firefighting.

“What an incredible man I have had the honor of meeting,” Ramos said. “I’ve always been in awe of him. I believe that leadership pays a key role in any department and they (firefighters) carry themselves with the utmost respect and I think that is a big compliment to the man who was running it all those years.”

Ramos went on to say that the type of character displayed by Shobert is rare in today’s world.

“It has been a complete honor to work with you, Matt, it really has,” Ramos said, adding that he was thankful to Shobert’s wife Tami for her sacrifices as well.

Amid a myriad of well wishers, Shobert was presented with a proc-

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Agency reached record 9.7 million boardings in 2014 RIVERSIDE - With 10 of the last 12 months breaking ridership records, the Riverside Transit Agency recently announced that its buses carried an unprecedented number of boardings in 2014.

A new report shows RTA buses carried more than 722,000 customers in December.

Those numbers, coupled with the all-time record breaking month of October, brought RTA’s annual total to 9.7 million boardings, a record for the 38-year-old agency.

RTA’s previous record was set a year ago when buses handled 9.3 million passenger trips.

“Each of these boardings represents a unique trip by a veteran or senior citizen headed to an appointment, or someone going to class, to a full-time job or to visit family or friends,” said RTA Chairman of the Board Andrew Kotyuk. “These numbers are remarkable, and we are committed to continuing our efforts to give people a reason to ride.”

RTA continues to make improvements by boosting connectivity between routes, enhancing service to schools and Metrolink stations and extending service to growing communities and popular destinations. Ridership is also getting a charge from Go-Pass and U-Pass programs at area colleges, including Cal Baptist University, La Sierra University, Moreno Valley College, Mt. San Jacinto College, Riverside City College and UC Riverside.

This month, the agency rolled

lamation from the city, a Congressional record brought to the floor

by Congressman Ken Calvert of the 42nd congressional district and a ceremonial axe from the Murrieta Fire Department.

With his wife by his side, Shobert said that he had been around the block working with four different departments and with hundreds of fire fighters during his time in service.

“Murrieta, I can tell you these guys are top notch,” he said, adding that the kind words said about him were humbling. “Thank you everyone for your support, they were my firefighters, now, hopefully they will be my friends.”

Council also approved an amendment to the Ground Lease and Power Purchase Agreement with Folium Energy Development, LLC to finalize specific size of photovoltaic system on carports located in the parking lot of City Hall. It is estimated that the solar energy power produced by the system at the agreed rates, coupled with forecasted SCE price increases, could save the city a substantial amount of money over the next 20 years. Additionally, the carports will be designed and constructed at no cost to the city, and ownership will remain with the city.

The total cost of the project to Folium is estimated at over $1 million.

In other news, council adopted a resolution accepting improvements for the synthetic turf fields at Los Alamos Sports Park. Under the move, the city clerk was directed to record a notice of completion and releasing of bonds in accordance with state laws.

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out several changes to routes that included later service, expanded schedules, improved reliability and better connections with other RTA buses and Metrolink trains. The agency also unveiled upgrades to bus shelters at the Galleria at Tyler and Moreno Valley Mall.

Last year was also the first full year of RTA’s modernized bus fleet, which has a sleeker look and comes equipped with amenities such as a more spacious interior, plush seats, USB charging ports, free wireless Internet service and luggage racks.

When it comes to growing ridership, RTA isn’t alone. A recent report from the American Public Transportation Association showed that Americans took 2.7 billion trips on buses, commuter railroads and subways during the third quarter of 2014.

Nationally, the 1.8 percent jump in transit ridership over the same quarter last year represents an increase of more than 48 million trips.

“People are affirmatively responding to the quality of public transportation that is now available,” said APTA President and CEO Michael Melaniphy. “High and volatile gas prices have played a part over the past nine years in convincing people to try public transportation. Now that gas prices are declining, many people are still choosing to ride public transportation. They have discovered that there are other benefits to taking public transit besides saving money.”

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High school teams set for 32nd annual Academic Decathlon Competition RIVERSIDE - Sponsored by the Riverside County Office of Education, the annual Academic Decathlon Competition will take place at Heritage High School at 26001 Briggs Rd. in Romoland starting on Saturday, Jan. 31, and finishing on Saturday, Feb. 7.

In 2014, Hemet High School emerged victorious at the Riverside County Academic Decathlon Competition by dethroning fivetime consecutive champion, West

Valley High School. At the 2014 California Academic Decathlon Competition , Hemet High School represented Riverside County along with two wild card teams who were invited to participate based on their regional round scores. At the statewide competition, Elsinore High School placed 29th overall with West Valley High School finishing 37th and Hemet High School placing 40th.

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Riverside County residents needed to serve on Grand Jury Michelle Mears-Gerst Special to the Valley News The Riverside County Superior Court is seeking qualified applicants to fill slots on a 19-member civil grand jury. Those who are interested in serving have until March 27 to submit an application.

Different from a trial jury, a grand jury – which functions as an oversight into the operations of county and municipal governments – is in session year-round, investigating citizen complaints about government agencies and conducting inquiries of its own.

Panelists are not salaried but do receive a small per diem payment to cover expenses and are compensated for travel.

“We are looking for candidates who are going to be able to meet three to five days a week. We don’t have the funding to cover child care for that long of a period,” said Marita Ford, a public information officer with the Superior Court.

Temecula resident Olivia Olvera Bryant told Valley News she would like to be on a grand jury, “I would but only if it was local.”

Ford said the weekly meetings are held in downtown Riverside.

Potentially serving on a grand jury brought mixed reactions from local residents. Some people thought they might enjoy the opportunity.

Harveston resident Heather Mae Scharff said she thought serving on a grand jury sounded like “fun.”

Other’s voiced a definite apprehension on the possibility.

“Oh, heck no,” said Sandra Staffiero from Murrieta. “Not fun.”

Ford said people with disabilities should also apply. When someone

with a disability is chosen to serve, the county follows all American Disabilities Act rules and guidelines to accommodate that person’s needs.

According to the grand jury’s website, www.countyofriverside. us/Home/GrandJury.aspx, California law provides for the use of grand juries in each county. The civil grand jury is distinct from criminal grand juries, which can be used to consider evidence and bring indictments in criminal investigations.

The website also includes reports from the civil grand jury in Riverside County.

Current applications are for the grand jury that will serve from July 1 of this year to June 30, 2016.

Applicants must first pass a background check. Prospects will then be interviewed by members of a selection committee, which will be tasked with submitting 25-30 names for nomination by a judge.

According to court officials, every effort is made to seat jurors from all areas of the county to ensure fair representation.

To be considered, an applicant must be an English speaking American citizen 18 years old or older, a county resident for at least a year, have “sound judgment and fair character,” be available for weekly hearings and meetings, not currently serving as a trial juror, not an elected official and have no felony convictions Applications can be completed online. Users need to select the “Divisions” tab on the court homepage and navigate to the application.

They may also request a paper application by mail. Court officials are available to answer questions at (951) 777-3162.

competition will feature essay writing, speeches, and interviews on Jan 31.

On Feb. 7, the teams will compete via written tests and the popular Super Quiz. The Super Quiz is the only event open to the public (besides the Awards Ceremony) and begins at 2 p.m. in the Heritage High School gymnasium.

The Awards Ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. in the Heritage High

School Theater—including an announcement of the team that will represent Riverside County at the California Academic Decathlon to be held in Sacramento on March 19 to 22.

The 19 teams participating from Riverside County high schools include: Beaumont High School, Corona High School (2 teams), Elsinore High School, Great Oak High School, Hemet High School, Heritage High School, La Sierra

High School, Moreno Valley High School, (John W.) North High School, Palm Desert High School, Palm Springs High School, Rancho Verde High School, (Eleanor) Roosevelt High School, Shadow Hills High School, Tahquitz High School, Temecula Preparatory School, Valley View High School and West Valley High School For additional information, visit www.rcoe.us and click on the “Events” tab.

Menifee to host Caregiver Community Workshop Kim Harris Managing Editor The City of Menifee is hosting a Caregiver Community Workshop to inform residents about issues affecting senior in-home care, to gather information from the community about senior caregiver issues and to discuss potential tools to regulate caregivers in Menifee.

The workshop is set for Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m., in the Parish Hall at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church located at 27931 Murrieta Rd. The event is open to the public and free of charge.

Menifee Community Services Director Robert Lennox the decision to hold a workshop was made in response to a request from the city’s Senior Advisory Committee.

“They had been fielding a lot

of comments from the public, primarily seniors who had been dealing with some senior abuse issues within their respective communities most of which they felt were due to in-home care-giving, folks who pose as caregivers and over time have taken advantage of the relationships they had with their clients,” Lennox said. “The workshop is an effort to field some feedback from those community members.”

Lennox said the feedback is intended to be used by city leaders while considering a possible ordinance to regulate caregivers in the city.

“Just to be clear, this is not to say that city council is going to approve an ordinance, but rather just to do some intake and see what the community would like to see if there is going to be one,” Lennox said.

“This has been a very popular topic within the community.”

The workshop panel will include representatives from the Riverside County Office on Aging, Home Instead Senior Services, Riverside County Department of Social Services, City of Menifee Code Enforcement, Riverside County and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

The workshop will be followed by discussions about related senior issues within the city’s Senior Advisory Committee.

Onsite parking for the community workshop is available. Seating is limited and the city is expecting a large turnout.

For more information, please contact Community Services Director Robert Lennox at (951) 6726777 or rlennox@cityofmenifee.us.

Assemblywoman Melendez introduces legislation to reinstate felony penalties for firearm theft SACRAMENTO – Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore, recently introduced legislation, AB 150, to allow voters a chance to reinstate felony penalties for firearm theft that had recently been reduced under Proposition 47 in 2014. Prior to the passage of Proposition 47, stealing any type of firearm was considered felony grand theft. Proposition 47 reduced the penalty to a misdemeanor for firearms that are valued at under $950.

“A criminal does not steal a gun for recreational use, they steal a gun to commit crimes,” said Melendez, the vice chair of the Assembly Public Safety Committee.

“It makes little sense that during a time when the legislature is pushing

for harsher gun control laws for law abiding citizens we would relax the penalty for gun stealing criminals.”

If passed, Melendez’s bill would send the issue of firearm theft back to the ballot as a stand-alone provision that voters could either reaffirm or reject.

“If Sacramento is serious about curtailing gun violence then it should do everything in its power to prevent guns from getting into the hands of criminals,” Melendez

FURLONG from page A-1 such change as indicated in rule number two,” Jannet said. “We were accused of being late. As you can see by the timeline, based on our time of arrival, we were not late. This is clearly supported by rule number three.”

According to rule number two on the Elks Hoop Shoot website, the director sets the time, date and location of all contest and participants would be notified of any changes in advance.

Rule number three states that all contestants must be on time and ready to participate in their age group by the scheduled start time and may not participate before or after the set start time.

“Chloe was permitted to shoot and she won,” Jannet said. “This created a problem with the mother of the girl who won second place.

She complained we were late and that resulted in Chloe not being allowed to participate in the award ceremony. They awarded the second best shooter with the first place medal.”

Jannet filed a complaint with the Hoop Shoot chairperson regarding the violation in rules.

“They reconsidered and allowed Chloe to move forward in the contest along with the second place winner to the next event that took place on January 10,” Jannet said.

“Chloe won first place again on January 10 ... the other girl finished in second place, again.”

According to Jannet, the mother of the other contestant “created a big scene.”

“She demanded that Chloe be eliminated from the contest all together because we were late the first time,” Jannet said. “I explained to the district director that we were not late, that we arrived before the scheduled start time only to learn that they were already done with

said. “In the end, I hope my colleagues will put the public’s safety over politics.”

Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez represents the 67th Assembly District, which includes the communities of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar and a portion of Hemet.

It also includes the Riverside County unincorporated areas of Lake Mathews, Good Hope, Nuevo and Winchester. the contest because they started early. This is not the fault of our daughter and they should abide by and honor the schedule they announced to the community.

“They decided to honor the contestants and scores of Jan. 10 and Chloe received her first place trophy,” she said.

According to Jannet, Chloe was disqualified the following day from the contest and that the second place winner would be advancing to the next round set for Feb. 7.

“Chloe’s reaction was heart breaking,” Erica Miller said, who is Chloe’s mother. “Chloe had a feeling this was going to happen because of the argument the other mother was having with the officials.”

“I just don’t understand why they are disqualifying me when I wasn’t late,” Chloe said. “Well, at least I got to participate and had fun.”

Jannet said the Elks have completely ignored the situation and anything she has to say regarding the rule violation. “We still can’t believe they would put a child through this,” she said.

The Director of the Elks National Foundation based out of Chicago said their volunteers made a mistake and if policy was followed, Chloe would still be in the tournament.

“Unfortunately, this situation would not have happened if policies were followed,” Director Jim O’Kelly told the Valley News by phone. “We can’t do anything to fix it and we feel terrible about that. If they would have just stuck to the start time, we would not be in this situation. All we can do is use this as an example to stress the importance of following guide lines.

“We all feel really bad for this girl ... she did not do anything wrong,” O’Kelly said. “I certainly hope she will give us another chance next year.”

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Temecula Valley Elks #2801 present dictionaries to third graders TEMECULA - Temecula Valley Elks #2801 has joined again this year with the Dictionary Project, a national organization, to give student dictionaries to third graders.

So far this year they have delivered dictionaries to eight elementary schools in the Temecula Valley Unified School District. They will be delivering dictionaries to seven more schools for a total of 15 schools. Their most recent dictionary delivery was to Red Hawk Elementary School.

The goal of this program is to assist all students in becoming good writers, active readers, creative thinkers and resourceful learners by providing them with their own personal dictionary. The dictionaries are a gift to each student to use at school and at home for years to come. Educators see third grade as the dividing line between learning to read and reading to learn, so the Dictionary Project encourages

groups to give dictionaries each year to children in third grade.

Temecula Valley Elks first joined in this project in 2005. Over the years, the project has gradually grown from one school the first year, six schools in 2012 to 15 school this year. Nationally, the Dictionary Project has reached over 18,000,000 students in the United States. The Elks’ Lodge is proud to be a part of this project.

Temecula Valley Elks #2801 presented dictionaries to third graders at Red Hawk Elementary School. Pictured from left to right are Dictionary Project Co-Chair Linda Jones, teacher Mrs. Guzman, teacher Ms. Cardenas, Dictionary Co-Chair Hallie Sebanc and teacher Mrs. Watkins.

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Menifee Planning Commission approves new shopping center Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist The Menifee Planning Commission approved plans for a new shopping center during its Jan. 14 meeting. The shopping center, Menifee Lakes Plaza, will have numerous retail shops including

an LA Fitness Gym and a gas station and will be located at the intersection of Newport and Antelope roads.

Some modifications were made for the plaza’s layout including more parking spaces, and moving the LA Fitness site closer to I-215.

Other changes to the original proposal included Antelope Road

driveway modifications and elimination of some retail pads.

The City of Menifee requires five and a half parking spaces per 1,000-square-feet of retail space.

The modifications include the addition of 59 parking spaces for a total of 843, though only about 775 are required. Pads one through four were also eliminated and will

be replaced with the LA Fitness, which will be 34,500-square-feet in size.

The main reason for adding more parking spaces was to ensure that shoppers have enough parking during peak business times.

Another concern for the planning group was inadequate shade for shoppers during Menifee’s hot

summer months.

While umbrellas and shade trees were mentioned, commissioners noted that trees would take nearly 10 years to fully grow to provide the much needed shade and that a permanent shade structure would be needed, which would also help during the rainy months.

DA’s Office continues using special grants for DUI prosecutions RIVERSIDE - Anyone arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in Riverside County can continue to expect to face highly trained and specialized prosecutors because of grants once again being utilized by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved the renewal of two grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety that provide funding for these specialized teams.

A $488,280 grant to the DA’s Office funds the DUI Vertical Prosecution Team that works DUI cases from arrest through sentencing. The grant enables District Attorney Mike Hestrin to assign three

specially trained deputy district attorneys to prosecute drug-impaired drivers in all regions of Riverside County.

To combat drug-impaired driving, the DA’s Office implemented the DUI Vertical Prosecution Team two years ago after successfully applying to the California Office of Traffic Safety for funding to enable one specially trained prosecutor to focus exclusively on drug-impaired driving cases. The goal of the DUI Vertical Prosecution team is to prevent drug-impaired driving and reduce drug-impaired traffic fatalities and injuries by holding drug-impaired drivers accountable. Prosecution team members will work with the Traffic Safety

Resource Prosecutor Program of the California District Attorneys Association to increase the capabilities of the team by obtaining and delivering specialized training, including training in the emerging problem of drug-impaired driving.

Team members will share information with peers and law enforcement personnel throughout the county and across the state.

Prosecutors now assigned to the team are Deputy District Attorneys Justin Feikert in the Western Division, Kevin Shek in the Eastern Division, and Billie Gibson in the Southwest Division.

A second, $394,722 grant enables DA Hestrin to assign a specially trained senior deputy district

attorney and a senior district attorney investigator to investigate and prosecute all DUI-related homicides and DUI with injury cases in Southwest Riverside County.

Cases involving death or injury will be prosecuted from the original filing of the case through any trial.

The grant also provides training to help combat the growing problem of driving under the influence of drugs.

Goals of this grant include reducing the number of persons killed and injured in DUI-related traffic collisions, and increasing police officer and prosecutor expertise in DUI investigations and prosecutions. This specialized team will coordinate and participate

in DUI prevention and awareness programs such as “Every 15 Minutes” with local schools, law enforcement agencies, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

Sr. Deputy District Attorney Chris Bouffard and Sr. DA Investigator Joseph Cristinziani are currently assigned to the team at the DA’s Southwest office in Murrieta.

The funding period for both of these grants, which were approved by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors in September, runs from Oct. 1, 2014 through Sept. 30, 2015. Funding for these programs is provided by grants from the state Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Teacher charged with molesting girls pleads guilty Paul J. Young Special to the Valley News RIVERSIDE - A former school administrator who molested two Riverside County girls – one of whom confronted her in a recorded telephone call later circulated on YouTube – pleaded guilty Jan. 23 to felony charges.

Andrea Michelle Cardosa, 41, of Perris could face up to 10 years, eight months in prison when she’s sentenced by Riverside County Superior Court Judge Helios Hernandez on Feb. 9.

Cardosa admitted three counts of lewd acts on a minor as part of a plea agreement reached with the District Attorney’s Office after several weeks of negotiations, according to Supervising Deputy District Attorney John Henry.

He said the proceeding at the Riverside Hall of Justice was a status hearing to confirm a scheduled preliminary hearing, which would have culminated in a judge deciding whether there was sufficient evidence to warrant a trial in the case.

“I wasn’t sure how this was going to play out until I walked into court this morning,” Henry said. “It’s been on-again, off-again since we were first approached by the defense.”

In exchange for her admissions, the DA.’s office dropped 13 other sex-related charges pending against the defendant, as well as multiple sentence-enhancing allegations of targeting more than one victim in a sex crime.

Henry said the two victims were informed about the agreement beforehand.

“The way we anticipated this going at trial, we felt this was the most appropriate way to resolve the case, taking into account various factors,” Henry said.

Cardosa has no prior felony convictions.

She was arrested last Feb. 3 and has been held in lieu of $5 million bail at the Robert Presley Jail in Riverside since that time.

She became the focus of national attention just over a year ago, after a 28-year-old woman posted a videotaped phone confrontation with her, accusing her of sexual abuse 16 years earlier, which the defendant acknowledged.

Shortly afterward, a second woman, now 19, came forward, making similar allegations.

The first victim, Jamie Carrillo, claimed she was molested by Cardosa beginning when she was a 12-year-old student at Chemawa Middle School in Riverside. The second woman, identified only as Brianna, alleged Cardosa sexually abused her when she was 15 and attending Tomas Rivera Middle School in Perris.

Cardosa held teaching, coaching and administrative positions at both schools between 1997 and 2013, according to representatives from the Riverside Unified and Val Verde Unified school districts.

The defendant was working as an assistant principal at Alhambra High School in Los Angeles County but resigned immediately after Carrillo’s video went viral and a copy was sent to Alhambra Unified School District officials.

Riverside police investigators said Cardosa had illicit contact with Carrillo between 1997 and 2001, including while she was in high school. The second girl was allegedly molested in 2009 and 2010. She has since sued the school districts.

During Carrillo’s recorded conversation with Cardosa, posted Jan. 17, the victim scolds the educator, telling her, “Do you realize that you brainwashed me and you manipulated me and that what you did was wrong?”

“Yes, and I regret it,” Cardosa replies.

“You sicken me, and every day when I think about what you did, you sicken me,” Carrillo says.

“You should be so ashamed and so disgusted with yourself.”

“I am, I am,” Cardosa answers.

Henry noted that it was “unusual” for allegations to be publicly aired before the start of an investigation.

“We’re just happy the victim came forward and we were ultimately able to get a just resolution to the case, making Ms. Cardosa acknowledge her wrongdoing,” the prosecutor said.

According to an arrest warrant affidavit filed by Riverside police Detective Roberta Hopewell, Carrillo told investigators that Cardosa, who was her basketball coach and “mentor” at Chemawa, molested her in various forms – including oral

sex – from age 12 to 18.

The second victim told police that Cardosa, who handled student discipline at Rivera, “took a special interest in (her) and they became very close.”

On one occasion, Cardosa allegedly drove her to a secluded area of

Mead Valley, “began telling (her) how much she loved her,” tried to kiss her and fondled her privates, Hopewell wrote.

According to the document, Cardosa admitted having a sexual relationship with Carrillo, but said the girl was 14, 15 or 16. She said the

relationship continued after Carrillo reached adulthood and moved to the Victorville area.

The last known contact the defendant had with the second girl is believed to have been some time in 2010, according to court papers.

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Dear Editor: In 1735, John Peter Zenger, an American colonist and publisher of the New-York Weekly Journal, was placed on trial for printing criticism of Royal Governor William Cosby’s removal of a judge and the fixing of an election.

At that time, it was unlawful to criticize the government in print.

Zenger’s attorney, Andrew Hamilton, argued that the people had the right to speak the truth. The jury agreed and Zenger was released after being held in jail for ten months.

Zenger’s victory was a first step in gaining a new right, freedom of the press. However, a much larger struggle was brewing that would ultimately lead to American independence and define the American character.

British tyranny and oppression

presented American colonists with a clear choice: submit or stand together in mutual defense of freedom. We chose to unite and fight for freedom in the Revolutionary War. We won that fight in typical David and Goliath fashion. Facing many obstacles, including fewer soldiers, a lack of training, inadequate weapons, severe shortages of supplies, and a greatly outnumbered navy, the Americans demonstrated unwavering persistence and determination and won the day preserving their dream of liberty.

In a farewell letter to his armies after the war, General George Washington praised his men by saying that their endurance “through almost every possible suffering and discouragement for the space of eight long years, was little short of a standing miracle.”

The fight to protect and preserve basic human liberties and freedom has become a global struggle. The world has witnessed the bloodbath perpetrated by Islamic extremists who slaughtered innocent people, including several editorial staff members from the weekly journal, Charlie Hebdo, who dared to exercise freedom of the press by publishing caricatures of the prophet Muhammad.

In Nigeria, the Islamic radical group, Boko Haram, has kidnapped and murdered thousands of innocent civilians, often sacrificing young children in suicide bomb attacks. In the Pakistani city of Peshawar, cowardly Islamic terrorists attacked a public school butchering more than 140 people, 132 of them children.

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What are you looking for in local news coverage?

Kim Harris Managing Editor One of the toughest things when stepping into an editor position is trying to gauge the pulse of the community you are covering. I live in Murrieta and know what is important to me but in order to give our readers the coverage they want and deserve, I am curious, what is important to you?

Being the editor of Valley News, I get to hear feedback from the community, first hand. Most of that feedback is positive, but every once in a while I hear that we missed an event that a reader thought should have been covered or that they would like us to delve deeper into an issue.

Now, I might be a bit biased, but I think we do a pretty good job covering local news in the Temecula Valley and surrounding

areas. We are timely, accurate and well written. We pride ourselves on giving you the best and most complete local coverage possible.

At Valley News we strive to be all of the above mentioned things, but if what is covered in the paper isn’t the news you are looking for, then we want to know.

Our readers drive our coverage, so I ask you the question, what are you looking for in local news coverage?

Things like city council meetings, breaking news and articles about our high school sports teams are important to all residents of our coverage area and we will continue to report on them. Readers might like our coverage of news and local issues, but have an idea on the types of features they would like to see.

Maybe you’d like to see more stories about people who live here, more business coverage or even

charity workers, and unbelievers beheaded by Islamic militants who cowardly hide behind black masks and then stream videos of their barbarism to the world. These terrorists have declared war on Western society and the values we hold dear. Their objectives include the extermination of democracy, Jews, Christians, atheists, and even fellow Muslims who practice the true tenets of their faith.

Let these acts of inhumanity serve as a stark reminder that the cost of freedom is never free. As President John F. Kennedy once said, “The path we have chosen for the present is full of hazards, as all paths are. And one path we shall never choose, and that is the path of surrender, or submission.”

It is time for freedom-loving people everywhere to rise up, throw

off the albatross of fear, trepidation, appeasement, and victimization and mount an aggressive campaign to destroy the evils of radical Islam.

The global community must not retreat in its resolve to preserve and protect freedom from dictators, tyrants, religious extremists, and others who seek to enslave the world. The question each of us must ask ourselves is this – Will you submit and surrender to tyranny or will you stand against it?

American Patriot Patrick Henry, in response to British tyranny, was clear in his answer: “I know not what course others may take. But, as for me, give me liberty or give me death.”

Robert W. Eilek Jr. Temecula, Calif.

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Whatever it is I’d like to know.

A community newspaper thrives on the feedback from its readers so in order to make sure Valley News continues to be your go to source for local news and information, I am soliciting our readers for comments on every aspect of the paper.

What can we do to make your community newspaper better?

To give your input simply send an email to editor@myvalleynews. com, visit us online at www. myvalleynews.com, or give us a call at (760) 723-7319. My door is always open.

Bottom line is that all of us here at Valley News want to make sure that you, our readers, like what you see each week when you pick-up the paper. To do that we need your input.

So, don’t be shy, let us know what you want to see in your community newspaper.

Marie Waldron Special to the Valley News Hundreds of bills have been introduced since the Legislature convened for the 2015-2016 session on Jan. 5.

Bills must be delivered to the Legislative Counsel’s office by the end of January so that final bill language can be developed by the Feb. 27 deadline.

Though my legislative package is incomplete, I have already introduced a number of bills. Among these, Assembly Bill 14 has been garnering a great deal of interest.

The bill will create the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Task Force that will be responsible for establishing a comprehensive plan within FAA guidelines for the operation of unmanned aircraft in California.

The task force will develop a broad policy that safeguards individuals’ privacy rights while allowing public and private use of drones. This issue must be addressed at the state level

so that provisional steps can be taken to develop a comprehensive plan specifically for California, its residents, businesses, public safety organizations, agricultural communities and municipalities.

I am also introducing Assembly Bill 59, which will extend the initial period of court-ordered out-patient treatment under “Laura’s Law” from six months to up to one year.

Extending Laura’s Law will ensure that assisted outpatient treatment is available to severely mentally ill persons regardless of the county in which they live.

It is intended to stabilize these individuals and significantly reduce violence, hospitalizations, arrests and incarcerations. Extended treatment will allow severely mentally ill patients to continue to receive the vital services they need and help ensure the safety of the public.

I will be providing more information about my legislative package soon.

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Protein is key Protein is a key component to ensuring your pet stays healthy and strong. “Pets need protein to thrive and survive,” says Dixon.

“Make sure that meat is one of the top three ingredients in any recipe you select to ensure that your dog or cat is getting enough of this essential nutrient.”

Identify sensitivities Does your pet have food sensitivities? If so, start an elimination diet to figure out what is upsetting its system. Dixon adds that some products like GO! SENSITIVITY + SHINE by Petcurean are specially formulated for dogs and cats with specific dietary needs.

The recipes also contain prebiotics and probiotics to aid digestion, plus antioxidants to support increased immunity.

“Choosing the right food for your pet can be a bit of a challenge,” Dixon continues, “but making the right choice can certainly pay off.

We encourage pet owners to use our selector tool to find the appropriate product for their animal’s menu.”

By paying special attention to your pet’s wants and needs, you will ensure they are energized and healthy.”

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Food preferences Although, like humans, pets have taste buds, they usually choose a food by smell. This means that they enjoy certain foods and flavors more than others. If they aren’t enjoying or finishing their meal, you can try a different recipe. For instance, perhaps a recipe with duck or salmon will please your pet more than another source of protein.

consider choosing food based on whether they are puppies or kittens, or senior dogs or cats. Moreover, you may want to be on the lookout for food geared toward the size of your pet -- different companies offer recipes that are created specifically with small or large dogs in mind.

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Long-awaited Bluewater Grill Temecula set to open

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luewater Grill Seafood Restaurants has set a Feb. 2 opening date for the seventh and first Riverside County location of its popular seafood restaurants combining hyper-fresh sustainable seafood and shellfish with monthly chef’s tastings, wine pairings and neighborhood happy hours.

The long-awaited Bluewater Grill Temecula replaces Fish House Vera Cruz at 26700 Ynez Road in Temecula, and joins Bluewater restaurants in Newport Beach, Redondo Beach and Tustin, Calif., and Phoenix, as well as new over-the-water locations on the Avalon waterfront on Santa Catalina Island and in the former Hotel del Coronado boathouse on Coronado Island.

The new, completely remodeled restaurant will bring Bluewater’s successful blend of chef-driven and classic sustainable seafood dishes to Temecula Wine Country, offering daily lunch and dinner menus and a full-service seafood market and retail counter. Owners and founders Jimmy Ulcickas and Richard Staunton have pledged to customize the regularly reprinted menus to take full advantage of the company’s first wine-focused location.

“It’s a thrill to bring Bluewater’s commitment to the absolutely freshest sustainable seafood – ranging from small plates and simply prepared fish dishes to the most elaborate chef creations – to Riverside County for the first time,” said Ulcickas. “Given Temecula’s continuing emergence as a destination for fine wine and cuisine, we expect Bluewater to be a nice fit with the community. Beyond introducing spectacularly prepared seafood to the mix of local dining options, we’re excited to explore a new level

Chipotle Blackened Pacific Swordfish served with chipotle dirty rice and roasted corn avocado relish.

of seafood/wine pairing events.”

According to Ulcickas, the change from Fish House Vera Cruz to a Bluewater Grill is a natural for Temecula.

“Bluewater Grill is the perfect conversion of the Fish House Vera Cruz to a more modern and contemporary casual seafood concept.

We’ve worked closely with the City

of Temecula to completely remodel the dining and outdoor patio space and add a full-service bar to create a stylish new standard of fish house restaurant,” he said.

In September, Art Garcia, a Southern California-trained executive chef known for mesquite grilling and an expertise in seafood, was announced as executive restaurant chef, while Chad Simpson, formerly general manager of Market Broiler in Riverside, will assume similar duties for Bluewater Grill Temecula.

The company is currently hiring servers, bartenders and kitchen personnel and has retained qualified existing employees who made Fish House Vera Cruz a favorite in the Valley. Potential applicants are

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asked to go to www.Bluewatergrill. com/jobs and fill out an application.

The restaurant closed in March for an extensive, building-wide remodel encompassing the dining room, bar, lounge and patio. The retail seafood market also has been upgraded to sell an extensive offering of local wines by the bottle. Consistent with other Bluewater locations in

California and Arizona, Bluewater Grill Temecula will feature a contemporary fish house theme featuring authentic artifacts collected from Bluewater founders’ years of fishing experience off the coast of Southern California.

The new restaurant will also follow the Bluewater formula of printing new lunch and dinner menus regularly to be able showcase the freshest seafood and shellfish, and offering a separate kid’s menu certified by the National Restaurant Association’s Kids LiveWell program and a popular weekday small plates menu of $4, $5 and $6 drink and appetizer specials.

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“While we serve up to 40 varieties of seafood and shellfish, if it isn’t the freshest possible, we won’t put it on the menu,” added Ulcickas. “That has been our philosophy since day one, and we’ll continue that commitment to the freshest fish, ingredients and cooking techniques in Temecula.”

Another expected highlight will be a year-long calendar of seasonal seafood specials and monthly tasting events which pair seafood and shellfish with hand-selected wines, sakes or specialty draught beers.

Hosted the second Tuesday of every month, the events have become a popular monthly diversion for local seafood aficionados and Bluewater Grill’s large fan base.

Industry-leading Commitment to Sustainability Since opening on Newport’s Cannery Village waterfront in 1996, Bluewater Grill has developed a reputation for not only serving the absolutely freshest seafood but leading the industry in sustainable fishing and farming practices.

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To date, more than 90 percent of the seafood offerings at Bluewater Grill and Bluewater Avalon are sustainably caught or farmed – among the highest of any seafood restaurant in California. To be deemed sustainable, the seafood or shellfish must be certified by the Aquarium of the Pacific Seafood for the Future program; be designated a “Best Or Good Alternative Choice” by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program; or adhere to strict Marine Stewardship Council bestpractice standards for sustainable harvesting.

Bluewater founders also operate the fishing vessel, Pilikia, which provides customers with the freshest, most sustainably caught seafood possible. Fishing off the coast of Avalon, Captain Sean Burke targets only mature fish without the use of nets or long lines, harpooning the freshest most humanely harvested local swordfish.

Other Bluewater Grill locations include Newport Beach, Tustin, Redondo Beach, Phoenix, Catalina and Coronado.

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St. Thomas offers fun for all at 3rd Annual Sweetheart Car Show Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer For the third year in a row, St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church invites all to attend their annual Sweetheart Car Show, on Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A discounted early entry fee of $20 is available through the church’s website, and includes a Tshirt and raffle ticket. Day of show entry will cost $25. Food vendors will be available at the event, and entertainment will be provided by a DJ, with special guest, Cpl. Juan Dominguez, who is slated to perform.

The car show is St. Thomas’s largest annual fundraiser, collecting funds for the church’s active assistance with wounded warriors.

“We are pleased to have Juan and his band out, and thankful for his service to our country,” stated Chris Junger, long time classic car aficionado and organizer of the event. “St. Thomas has members that frequently meet with wounded veterans at Camp Pendleton, through outreach. We want the community to know that we are involved with aiding our veterans.”

Other programs that benefit from the church’s fundraising efforts include donating to the Temecula Food Pantry, and pet food donations for seniors in the Temecula area.

“Many seniors are unable to

provide for their animals, and we collect and distribute food for those on tight or fixed incomes who otherwise cannot feed their pets.”

Junger said.

Junger said he is expecting a nice showing of all kinds of cars this year.

“We are hoping for 100 entries to the event, and are almost there,” Junger said. “We are not a restricting show, as we have all types of vehicles included, from classic cars, to motorcycles, to trucks.”

The Sweetheart Car Show is more than just another gathering of gear-heads. It is both an intimate display, allowing visitors to meet the car owners and truly learn about the cars and the people who restore them.

According to Junger, “it’s a chance to spend time with the vehicles, with the many car enthusiasts in the area.”

A long time car enthusiast, Junger is a member of the local “Drifters” and “South Side Axle Draggers” car clubs, who meet regularly in the Southwest Riverside area.

“I’ve been involved in car clubs and shows since the 1970s,” he said. “The Sweetheart Car Show is a way of both showing off the cars, and showing St. Thomas, and the heart behind the beautiful church building.”

The church building opened in 2009, the steeple and structure of St. Thomas houses not just the church, but pre-school and Kin-

Father Robert Nagy stands next to Chris Junger’s 1967 Chevelle SS.

dergarten. A mission church, St. Thomas is part of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, led by Father Robert Nagy.

With outreach in mind, Nagy hosts regular “Visits with the Vicar,” as well as the annually anticipated blessing of the animals.

According to Junger, both are a way of sharing the heart of their ministry to the public.

“We are a pet friendly church,” Junger said. “Our car show is animal friendly, unlike other car shows in the area. Instead of discouraging pets, we encourage you to bring your well mannered pets.”

Car entries are still being accepted for the popular show.

“We are seeing participation from local car clubs, and just signed a Corvette club from Simi

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Valley,” Junger said.

For more information on the car show or the church and its history, visit them online at www. episcopalchurchtemecula.org. St. Thomas of Canturbyr Episcopal Church is located at 44651 ​Avenida de Missiones in Temecula, and can be reached by calling (951) 302-4566.

Looking for something to do? Take a hike!

Hiking at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve offers stunning views not seen elsewhere in the Temecula Valley.

Kim Harris Managing Editor Hiking the trails throughout the Temecula Valley and the surrounding area offers the opportunity for residents and visitors alike to get out and experience nature at its finest. With the days getting longer and the fairly mild winter we are experiencing, now is the perfect time to get out there and take a hike.

Some of the more scenic, yet relatively easy trails in the area include the San Juan Loop Trail in Lake Elsinore, Warm Springs Trail and Falcons View Trail in Murrieta.

San Juan Loop Trail is rated as an easy and relatively short hike by everytrail.com. Running 2.1 miles in length, this trail loop located in the Cleveland National Forest off of Ortega Highway makes its way through different portions of open trail and ancient oak trees. Featuring views of a small waterfall, the trail is both family and dog friendly and bicyclists are not allowed.

To get to the San Juan Loop Trail take the Ortega Highway 10 miles west of Lake Elsinore. Visitors need to bring a National Forest Adventure Pass and display it in the windshield of parked vehicles.

Murrieta’s Warm Springs trail is located in Warm Springs Park off of Whitewood and Alta Murrieta roads. The easy quarter mile

hike makes a nice loop through a wildlife and nature preserve.

Warm Springs Trail is dog friendly though, all four-legged visitors need to be on a six-foot leash when hiking the trail.

Falcon’s View Trail, also located in Murrieta, allows hikers to escape to one of the highest points in the city where those adventurous enough to make the trek will see a breathtaking view of the entire Murrieta Valley.

At just over a half mile in distance, this trail dog-friendly trail offers hikers the opportunity to climb to a lesser known viewpoint within the city. The trail can be accessed from California Oaks Road or Nutmeg.

Murrieta offers 22 miles of trails for those who wish to get out and walk. Ranging from easy to difficult, many trails are included in the city’s Get Fit program.

Signs along the trails will assist those who are out exercising to determine which direction of walking will meet their fitness needs, said Parks and Recreation Manager Lea Kolek.

“We have a lot of trails because our perspective is to get people out of the house and into a natural setting so they can see things that they may not see at a park or by taking a recreation class,” said Kolek. “As part of Get Fit Murrieta, there are

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walks that people can take with calculations on distances. It ties in the trails.”

Murrieta is currently working with the Sierra Club as well as Temecula, Wildomar and Lake Elsinore on the interim Murrieta Creek Trail connecting all of the cities. The approximately 14-mile trail will open on June 6, said Kolek.

“There will be trailheads throughout four different cities,” said Kolek, who added that the Murrieta trailhead ribbon cutting will be held at Cooper Canyon Park. “There are a few easements we still have to get yet so it’s not a continuous trail yet. There are some areas where hikers will need to come off the trail, go on some sidewalks and then reconnect to the trail.”

The City of Murrieta also encourages those who enjoy any one of its numerous trails to help keep its parks and trails clean by picking up any trash they may see along the way and to report graffiti and vandalism to the community services department.

For more information on Murrieta’s parks and trails visit www. murrieta.org or call (951) 304 PARK. Just up Interstate 15, off of Clinton Keith Road lies Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Park, undeniably one of the best areas for hiking in the region.

With miles of trails ranging from easy to moderate, meandering through vernal pools, sprawling grasslands and dramatic looking Engelmann oaks, the park is a must visit for both new and seasoned hikers alike.

“The ecological reserve protects a lot of rare and exciting habitats that are difficult to find in Southern California, primarily vernal pools in the springtime and native bunch grass prairie which is virtually gone from California and that is where you will find most of the wildflowers growing come springtime,” said

Riverside County Parks Interpreter Rob Hicks. “Engelmann oaks are an extremely rare tree species that are found in the open prairie so (hikers) will see them in the savannah of the Santa Rosa Plateau.

They are very distinct looking and that makes the landscape unique.”

In addition to the landscape, Hicks said wildlife is abundant and varied and includes everything from coyotes to birds of prey.

“Mule deer and coyotes are often seen on the trails as well as the many raptor species that are both swooping through the canopy of oaks along with the bigger species that are soaring through the open grasslands,” said Hicks. “There is a lot of wildlife to enjoy as well.”

Offering interpretive programs, a visitor’s center and two historic adobes dating back to 1854, the park offers something for everyone.

While most of the programs that take place at the visitor’s center are held during the week there is programming available on the weekends.

“On weekends during the spring we have periodic bird hikes as well as general information hikes about the geology and human history of the plateau,” said Hicks. “On Saturday mornings starting in March through May at 9:30 in the morning there is a two-hour hike that everyone is welcome to join. It’s a general overview of the natural and cultural history of the plateau.”

Keep in mind if you go, there is a $3 per person fee and hikers must stay on the trails at all times.

Dogs are not permitted on the trails, but are allowed on leash at Sylvan Meadows.

Everything in the park, including flowers and rocks are protected so collecting or disturbing any element, including wildlife, which is abundant, is prohibited.

The park is open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.

Individual passes can be purchased for $35 annually and in-

cludes access to 12 locations for a single person. A $10 annual vehicle pass is also available and includes access to all locations for everyone in the vehicle.

“It’s a very diverse place with a lot of exciting experiences for people,” Hicks said.

For more information on Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Park, visit www.rivcoparks.org or call (951) 677-6951.

While hiking can be a great way for family and friends to spend time together in the great outdoors, it’s important to be safe while on the trail. The National Park Service offers the following tips to make that hiking trip a safe and enjoyable one for everyone involved.

Carry and drink plenty of water (a minimum of one quart every two hours).

Sturdy footwear with good traction might save an ankle.

Minor to moderate health or medical issues can be easily exacerbated by hiking up steep trails— know your limits and pay attention to how you’re feeling. If you are too out of breath to speak, then you are working too hard.

Hike with a family member or friend.

Stay on the established trail.

When hiking in a group, each member of the group should carry some water and food in case the party becomes separated, and the group should make a plan for where to meet up (at the vehicle, at the trailhead, etc.) if the members become separated.

Hikers should have a plan and inform someone of where they are going and when they plan to return.

Carry a whistle and flashlight.

Eat well prior and during a hike.

Stay on the trail and ask for help when needed.

For backcountry hikes, hikers should familiarize themselves with the area.

Use a map when one is available.

Expect changes in the weather.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS KIDS AND TEENS: January 30 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Estimation Investigation! Test your skills at guessing and probability at figuring out in the evenings contest to estimate exactly how many pieces are in Professor Pennypickle’s stash of stuff at the Temecula Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street. Cost: $5 per person. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

January 31 – Oak Grove Center to host a six-week baseball camp beginning on January 31. Oak Grove Center head coach Kevin Keller will direct the program along with the U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach.

Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base running. Space is limited. Registration is now underway. Information: www. usbaseballacacemy.com or (866) 622-4487.

January 31 – 12-4 p.m. ACT practice test has a different focus than the SAT will be held at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square. Your student can take this test and discover the difference for grades 9-12. Space is limited.

Information: (951) 304-2665.

February 6 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Marble Mania with Professor Pennypickle’s at the Temecula Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street. $5 per person. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

February 8 – All sessions – Pennypickle’s Birthday Bash at the Temecula Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street. The professor’s assistants are throwing him a birthday bash full of fun and surprises and best of all you are invited! $5 per person for ages 2 and up. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

February 9 – 6:30 p.m. 16th Annual Music Competition for high school or home schooled students in the Temecula area.

Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club to host an opportunity for young musicians to win cash prizes, to perform for an audience and enhance their careers and more!

Admission is free. Event will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, Temecula.

Information and registration: (951) 698-6116.

February 11 – 4-4:45 p.m.

Celebrate the Chinese New Year by making Origami creations at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road. Space is limited.

Information: Children’s staff (951) 693-8980.

February 11 – 4 p.m. Mardi Gras energetic and educational show will showcase the musical styles of New Orleans at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square.

Information: (951) 304-BOOK. February 11 – 3-4 p.m. Be My Valentine - Valentine’s Day craft making fun with storytelling by Karen Rae Kraut at Grace Mellman Library, 41000 County Center Drive, Temecula. Information: (951) 296-3893.

February 22 – 4-4:45 p.m. Meet George Washington the Father of our Country at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road. For ages 3 and up. Space is limited.

Information: Children’s staff (951)

693-8980.

ENTERTAINMENT: January 29 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Performance featuring: Beppe Pilotto bass, Peter Paul Hofmann drums, Markus Burger piano, and Jim Linahon trumpet.

Enjoy an evening of Jazz hosted

by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets: $15.

Information: (866) 653-8696.

January 30 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Performance featuring: Beppe Pilotto bass, Peter Paul Hofmann drums, Markus Burger piano, and Jim Linahon trumpet.

Enjoy an evening of Jazz hosted

by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets: $15.

Information: (866) 653-8696.

January 30 - 31 – 8 p.m. River North Dance Chicago presented by Temecula Presents Dance Series will perform at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

January 30-31 –2 and 7 p.m. Rock the Oaks! A show highlighting local talent from multiple genres of music in a family friendly atmosphere at Bridge Church, 38801 Calistoga Drive, Murrieta. Featuring The Brewer Boys, The Shams, Joanna Pearl and Trevor Moran. Tickets available for purchase at www.purplepass.com/ rtp1. Information: Jessica (951) 677-5599 ext 2231 or jessicao@ oakgrovecenter.org.

January 31 – 8-10 p.m. Comedy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Presented by PRN Productions in association with Temecula Presents. Join in on this unique style of audience participatory improvised comedy where you play too by helping to write, direct, and even star onstage with comedic actors. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

February 5 -22 – 7:30-9:30 p.m.

The Addams Family presented by Temecula Valley Players at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. The Addams family features an original story; Wednesday Addams has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

February 5 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Enjoy an evening of Jazz hosted by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents featuring: Danny Green Trio with Justin Grinnell and Julien Cantelm..

Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696.

February 7– 7 and 9 p.m.

Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Live Country music show featuring house band backing up the Valley’s country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696 or www.countryatthemerc.info.

February 8 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Classics is a weekly chamber recital series co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students.

Featuring:Kristof Van Gysperre

piano and Susan Mohini Kane soprano. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

February 8 – 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Speakeasy at the Merc presents live traditional Jazz of the 20s – 40s.

Performances feature the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter in rotation with other Jazz artists. The Merc is located at 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: February 7 – 6 p.m. MSJC Foundation Gala Diamonds. Doors and Dollars for Scholars is a Gatsby inspired event and encourages cocktail or 1920’s attire. The event will highlight Student organizations and Athletic and will be held at Pechanga Resort and Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. The gala is the foundations signature event to raise money for student scholarships and other endeavors that benefit students and MSJC. Dinner, dancing, silent action and more. Cost: $150 per person.

Information: Rebecca (951) 4873171 or rorlauski@msjc.edu.

February 7 and 8 – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free E-Waste Recycling Community collection event at Target, 41040 California Oaks Road, Murrieta. Proceeds benefit food, clothes, and fun gifts for 300 needy children at Christmas time.

E-waste is any consumer electronic equipment that has reached its end of life whether it’s in full or non working condition. Information: Community Outreach Ministry (951) 698-7650.

February 14 – 2-4 p.m.

Valentine’s Day Comedy Show and Fundraiser at Ace’s Comedy Club, 39745 Avenida Acacias, Murrieta.

Proceeds to go towards the adoption of 5 dogs from a shelter, necessary training to become service dogs for American Disabled Veterans. Cost: $25 per person. Limited seating.

Raffles with many prizes. Tickets: www.4Paws4PatriotsValentinesDa yComedyShow.com. Information: tim@4Paws4Patriots.org.

February 21 – 10-11 a.m.

Walking Tour of Old Town Temecula. Start your weekend with a fun and unique experience on this historic guided tour of Old Town Temecula and feel the early 1900s come to life. Tour begins at the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes Street. Cost: $2 per person. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Information: (951) 694-6450.

February 28 – Bowl for a Cause at Cal Oaks Bowl, 40440 California Oaks Road, Murrieta.

Bring the whole family for a fun night benefiting Michelle’s Place.

Cost: $25 per person. Registration: www.michellesplace.org or Judee (951) 699-5455. All proceeds will benefit Michelle’s Place, breast cancer resource center.

WORKSHOPS: January – MSJC Continuing Education and Workplace Training Program for career certificate programs. Fee Based and NonCredit, On-line Learning, Career and Technical Courses, Unique on-site corporate training, Success though Training and learning. This Continuing Education program has many exciting new learning

opportunities in its Spring 2015 FOCUS schedule. Details can be found at www.msjc.edu/ce or (951) 487-3707.

January 29 – 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Labor and Employment Law update for 2015 at Workforce Development Center, 30135 Technology Drive, Murrieta. Annual Seminar on Labor and Employment law.

Topics include judicial decisions affecting employers, summary of new laws going into effect and how they may impact your business.

Information: Patti Sandoval pattis@oakgrovecenter.org.

January 30 – 9-11 a.m. TVCC Professional Development Building a Successful Home-based or Small Business: Advertising and Marketing. Learn how to market and advertise your business on a small budget. Presented by Carlos Bazan-Canabal, BlackDog IT Solutions. Seminar will be held at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange, 43200 Business Park Drive. Free for TVCC members and $20 for non-members. Information: Brooke (951) 676-5090 or brooke@ temecula.org.

February 2 – 1:30-3:30 p.m. The Gem of the Valley Art Association to host its monthly meeting at the Murrieta Senior Center, 41717 Juniper Street. Information: Chris (951) 461-9644.

February 6 – 11:15 a.m.1 p.m. Professional Women’s Roundtable Announces Member Showcase “Stories from the Heart” will be held at The Grill Room, 41687 Temeku Drive, Temecula.

Highlighted members; Karin Marriott, Director of Marketing/ Public Information at MSJC and Valerie Skovron, CAbi Consultant and President of Valley Junior Golf Association Committee. The Professional Women’s Roundtable is a non-profit, 501c3 women’s organization dedicated to helping women succeed through mentoring by example, powerful speakers, edicational workshops and networking. Information: Annette (951) 300-6676 or www.pwronline. org.

February 6 – 6 p.m. MTRA (Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly) to host dinner event with Rev Jesse Lee Peterson at the Temecula City Hall’s Conference room, 41000 Main Street. Rev Jesse Lee Peterson topic will be on “Race Relations, Anti-Cop Protests and the Race Racket”.

Non-members $20 per person.

Information and Reservations: Kurt (949) 456-6419 or cradistrict36@ gmail.com.

February 9 – 6-8 p.m. Fight Breast Cancer with Knowledge Professionals Panel at Parkview Community Hospital, 3865 Jackson Street, Riverside. This FREE panel features leading medical experts who will share in-depth, up-to-date information about breast cancer.

RSVP: (951) 788-3471.

February 11 – 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Temecula Valley Job, College and Resource Fair will be held at Centerpoint Church, 24470 Washington Avenue, Murrieta.

February 18 – 6 p.m. Free Mental Health Forum hosted by NAMI which will be sharing resources and information at the Assistance League, 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula. Dr. William LaForge PhD will speak on Mood

Mormon Battalion parade Love your Library Month to be held in Old Town at the Murrieta Library MURRIETA – February is “Love Whether Murrieta residents come San Diego on Saturday your Library Month” at the Murrieta to the library for bestselling books, SAN DIEGO – Old Town San Diego State Historic Park commemorates the 168th anniversary of the 1847 arrival of the U.S. Army of the West Mormon Battalion with a parade and living history activities on Saturday, Jan. 31from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The hands-on living history event begins with a parade reenacting the march. There will be lots of booths with activities of the period. Children can make bricks, ropes, and dolls, cook biscuits on a stick and play other authentic games.

Families are invited to take a photo in the dress-up photo booth. The Liberty Stand will be in the square where visitors may obtain a pocket copy of the United States Constitution and learn about this early San Diego history. Center stage will feature singing and dancing throughout the day.

A Dutch oven cook-off will be judged by Ken Kramer, About San Diego; Bob Hansen, Consumer Bob NBC7/39; Jim Blankinship, the Unknown Eater; and Chef Jose Pulido, executive chef for Casa de Reyes.

Judging with begin about 11 a.m. with winners announced at 1 p.m.

Having been driven by mobs from their homes in Missouri and Illinois,

members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sought assistance from the United States government for their migration to the west, where they could live and practice their religion in peace.

In response to their request, President James Polk sent word asking them to assemble an army to march as part of the Army of the West from Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas to San Diego during the Mexican-American War, and blaze a wagon trail west for future settlers. The trail later became the route of the Butterfield Stage Line.

This march is one of the longest in the history of the U. S. Army, totaling over 2,000 miles. The Mormon Battalion arrived in San Diego on Jan. 29, 1847.

At the war’s end, members of the Battalion stayed on and performed garrison duties, making friends with the Californios. They taught the local settlers to dig deep wells, fire bricks and use the bricks to line the wells, providing healthy drinking water to the Pueblo of San Diego.

The Battalion also constructed San Diego’s first U. S. Courthouse, a replica of which stands in Old Town today.

Public Library. During the month of February, the library invites the community to love your library, reduce your fines, and donate to your community.

Come celebrate this occasion by bringing canned food to the library in exchange for fines owed. For each canned good brought in $.50 of fines will be waived up to a maximum of $10.

Love your Library Month is celebrated throughout February in public, school and private libraries nationwide. This is a great time for citizens to recognize the important role libraries play in the cultural and economic success of local communities and the nation as a whole.

children’s storytimes, to access the Internet or to use the computers, Murrieta residents are encouraged to show how much they love their local public library as well as their community by participating in this celebration.

Food donations are welcome even if no fines are owed as all items collected will be given to the Murrieta United Methodist Church to help families struggling to make ends meet.

The Murrieta Public Library is located at 8 Town Square. For more information about Love your Library Month or about other ways to support your public library, call (951) 304-2665 or visit the library online at www.murrietalibrary.info.

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February 21 – 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

R i v e r s i d e C o u n t y S h e r i ff ’s department to host a Career Fair at the Workforce Development Center, 30135 Technology Drive, Murrieta. WDC employees will be on site to provide career information and assist interested applicants with information on current career openings with the Sheriff’s department. Information: (888) JOIN-RSD or pre-register at HRSheriffrecruiter@rc-hr.com walk-ins are also welcome. w w w. m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

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We invite you, your caregivers, family and friends to visit with us during our Open House at our new location in Murrieta. Learn about “Your Care Team” and enjoy the day in celebration.

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Volume 15, Issue 5

REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN

Healthy & Beautiful Gardens Gardening in the shade

Linda McDonald-Cash Landscape Designer Special to the Valley News Hello fellow gardeners! Thought I would discuss gardening in shady areas this issue. I could’ve sworn I’d talked about this before, but after checking, I discovered I hadn’t, and this is such an important topic, as just about everybody has some shade on their property.

There are different types of shade, so I’d like to discuss those first. We have deep shade – that would be an area that receives no direct sun, such as on the north side of your house in the winter. That may also be seasonal, which means in the spring and summer, you do

see SHADE, page B-6

The many colors of Heucheras.

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Market at a glance (As of Jan. 26, 2015) TEMECULA (all zip codes)

MURRIETA (92562)

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE / CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

No of Homes Sold

27

18

4

13

14

2

Inventory of Properties Listed

438

447

98

277

176

309

Average Selling Price

$408,207

$378,036

$233,250

$302,346

$273,254

$149,250

Average List Price

$638,982

$522,931

$360,670

$320,580

$345,142

$364,220

Median List Price

$449,900

$375,000

$349,900

$314,900

$335,000

$305,000

Asking Price per Square Foot

$186

$156

$133

$139

$144

$159

Average Days on Market

84

91

61

81

72

88

Most Expensive Listing

$5,195,000

$3,200,000

$1,299,000

$1,350,000

$1,500,000

$2,000,000

Least Expensive Listing

$149,900

$100,000

$100,000

$69,900

$110,000

$39,000

Average Age of Listing

17

16

20

19

13

28

36%

30%

29%

32%

32%

30%

% of Properties w/ Price decrease % of Flip properties (price increase)

6%

5%

7%

9%

4%

6%

2706

2642

2622

2270

2358

1857

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

Median Number of Bedrooms

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

3.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.5

3.0

2.8

2.5

2.5

2.0

Buyer (32.6)

Buyer (32.0)

Buyer (33.8)

Buyer (32.0)

Buyer (32.8)

Buyer (31.3)

Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft)

Market Action Index*

*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 01/26/15. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 01/25/15. Note: Sun City sales data on MLS is now incorporated into Menifee; this column may be eliminated in future issues. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

SPORTS

Great Oak’s Soles recognized as Cross Country Coach of the Year JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association recently announced the stateby-state winners of its inaugural High School Cross Country Coach of the Year.

One boys coach and one girls coach from each of the 50 states were honored for their successes during the 2014 cross country season, as chosen by the USTFCCCA High School Coach of the Year selection committee, and Doug Soles from Great Oak H i g h School Girls

Cross Country program was named as this year’s California honoree.

The winners from each state are in consideration for the association’s first-ever National High School Coach of the Year award for cross country.

“High school coaches have a profound impact on young athletes’ lives,” said USTFCCCA CEO Sam Seemes. “For so many runners, their high school cross country coach is the person who opened the world of running to them.”

“We’re excited to be able to recognize and reward those high school coaches for the successes of their teams this season,” added Seemes.

State-by-state winners were selected based on their teams’ perfor-

mances throughout the 2014 cross country season. Among the factors taken into consideration were team score and placement at the state championships, margin of victory, performance against rankings if available, individual championships, and how their teams’ performances stacked up to previous years (e.g. first title in school history, consecutive titles, etc.).

Under the guidance of Soles and his coaching staff, Great Oak’s Girls Cross Country team won their third straight State CIF Championship this year and their fourth State Title in five years. The program also sent seven girls on to compete in the 11th annual Nike Cross Nationals, which was held on Dec. 6 in Portland, Ore., where they placed second overall.

Coach Doug Soles from the Great Oak High School Girls Cross Country program was named as this year’s inaugural High School Cross Country Coach of the Year for the state of California by the USTFCCCA. Donal Pierce photo

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Business

John Hine car dealership works with Assistance League to feed the needy TEMECULA - During Christmas, John Hine Temecula Mazda Subaru employees wanted to help others enjoy the holidays so they held a food drive. Then Bill Brumbaugh, vice president/general manager, contacted the Assistance League of Temecula Valley to distribute the food to those in most need. The league contacted Steve Falk, Director of Community Mission of Hope and the donated food was distributed to identified families.

Assistance League of Temecula Valley, a chapter of National Assistance League, is a nonprofit, 100 percent volunteer philanthropic organization dedicated to serving

the needs of families in Southwest Riverside County. Established in 1989, they are celebrating 25 years of community service in Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee and Wildomar.

The league provides its philanthropic program funding through the sale of donated items at its thrift shop located at 28720 Via Montezuma in Temecula. Funds are also generated from grants, fundraising events and from the local community.

Call (951) 694-8018 or visit www.temeculavalley.assistanceleague.org to learn more about its programs or membership and how you can help.

John Hine Temecula Mazda Subaru Vice President/General Manager Bill Brumbaugh and Dorcas Shaktman of the Assistance League of Temecula Valley with the donated food.

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Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival names operations manager TEMECULA - The board of directors of the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival announced the appointment of Andrea Jacobson as operations manager for the upcoming festival. The 32nd annual event is scheduled for May 29, 30 and 31.

“Andrea has been a valuable employee serving as event coordinator of the festival for over five years, and brings renewed energy, contagious enthusiasm and infinite experience,” stated Scott Vinton, CEO and chairman of the board.

Vinton also stated that the board action comes with the fullest confidence that Jacobson will continue to be an excellent steward of the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival’s mission.

“We recognize Andrea as the right person to effectively manage the organization through its transition and into a successful festival,” Vinton added.

The board of directors wishes to recognize Carol Popejoy for her leadership and dedication to the festival for the past 17 years

and wishes her success in her new endeavors.

The Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival is held at Lake Skinner Recreation area in the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country.

Located just north of San Diego County, the festival has a successful history of celebrating Southern California Wine Country’s finest assets of clear skies dotted by hot air balloons, mild temperatures, and rolling vineyards. For festival information, visit www.tvbwf. com or call (951) 676-6713.

County supervisors approve fiveyear contract with ambulance provider

Centerpoint Church holds community job fair Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Finding a job in 2015 can be a daunting prospect, and Centerpoint Church of Murrieta decided to do its part to help as many people get a job as possible. The community is invited to Centerpoint Church on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and encouraged to register early on the church website.

“Both full and part time positions will be available for job seekers,” said Carl Dameron, public relations manager for the event and owner of Dameron Communications Public Relations. “We are expecting up to 30 to 50 local employers on hand to interview job seekers for employment within our region.”

Face to face interviews will be conducted on site.

Described as a “way to create a brighter future for yourself and your family,” Centerpoint Job Fair’s purpose is to connect job seekers with the perfect employer, and help businesses find the best,

most qualified employees.

“Centerpoint Church wants to be a place where people can find hope and receive practical resources to improve their life situations. We want to partner with our community to create life-changing connections,” said Pastor of Outreach and Guest Services, Adriana Bradley.

“Companies are hiring.”

Centerpoint has worked diligently to provide diverse opportunities for job seekers, and anticipates having active hiring in all categories including administration, clerical, customer service, education, financial services, healthcare/nursing, law enforcement, management, manufacturing, nonprofit, retail, food service, and sales.

“Whether people have a job already and want to change their career, or if you are just new and looking, all are welcome to attend.”

Dameron said. “There are jobs out there, and we are helping people find work.”

Job seekers can also learn vital skills for interviewing and preparing for a new career during the

event.

“At the job fair, you can better update your resume, and learn techniques for interviewing, as well as speak with professionals on learning a new trade.” Dameron said.

Attendees who register early may attend free Job Seeker Workshops, presented in partnership with the DeVry University and Thrivent Financial.

“The Job Seeker Workshops will cover topics such as creating a resume, interviewing skills, and how to dress for that important interview.” Dameron said.

Job seekers are asked to register online at job-fair.centerpointmurrieta.com to help match them with the right employers and ensure space for them at the Centerpoint Church Job Fair.

To register online, visit job-fair. centerpointmurrieta.com. For more information on Centerpoint Church, visit: www.centerpointmurrieta. com. Centerpoint Church is located at 24470 Washington Ave in Murrieta and can be reached by calling (951) 696-1002.

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Paul Young Writer RIVERSIDE—Despite concerns over the terms and the no-bid origin of the agreement, the Board of Supervisors approved a five-year contract with American Medical Response to continue providing ambulance services throughout Riverside County on Jan. 14.

“Based on my experience, we get very fine service from AMR,” Supervisor John Benoit said ahead of the board’s 3-1 vote to stay with the Denver-based firm. “There’s a huge value associated with having a company with the kind of resources they bring to bear and the uniformity they offer.’’

AMR has provided emergency transport services in the county since 1980. When its last contract renewal came due in 2012, a number of parties urged the board to consider other ambulance providers and compel AMR to compete for the county’s business.

Officials from Hemet and Murrieta questioned whether AMR was delivering top-notch service and said a competitive bidding process would be a good means of gauging its performance.

The board declined to put the ambulance contract out to bid and instead committed to AMR for three years, but directed county staff to conduct a study of the provider’s strengths and weaknesses and determine whether it was time to re-bid the ambulance contract.

Martinez, Calif. based Abaris Group was retained to complete a comprehensive assessment of the county’s overall emergency medical services system and what was needed to improve it and the advanced life support service handled

by AMR. Based on Abaris’ findings, Department of Public Health officials determined that AMR remained the best choice for the county. The agency’s emergency medical services director, Bruce Barton, told the board that ‘‘multiple meetings’’ with the company had resulted in promises to make ongoing improvements.

Some of the enhancements AMR will make included upgrading its durable medical equipment, such as cardiac monitors and radios, every five years; converting its entire fleet

to Type III modular ambulances, which offer greater treatment capacity; improving emergency response times; extending service to remote mountain locations; and implementing a ‘‘comprehensive patient and customer satisfaction program,’’ to be coordinated with county EMS personnel.

Supervisor Kevin Jeffries, a former firefighter and emergency medical technician, said he had been generally satisfied with AMR’s service over the years, but did not like the idea of granting a fiveyear contract without competitive bidding. For that reason, he voted against the compact with AMR. ‘‘This is about protecting the public’s interest,’’ Jeffries said. ‘‘Even our contract with (Cal Fire), as massive as that is, comes up for negotiation every three years.

It’s very difficult to accept this as the path we must follow and not open this up to more competition or reviews of other providers. The ratepayers out there—are they getting the best deal financially?’’

The AMR contract will be funded entirely from fees collected from public and private health insurance providers.

Jeffries also disliked the prospect of AMR receiving automatic contract renewals— approved by the Department of Purchasing and Fleet Management, not the board— through 2030.

Benoit broached the idea of holding an annual public performance review to determine whether AMR was abiding by its contract terms, but Supervisor John Tavaglione was strongly opposed. ‘‘To bring this back every single year, I think, is wrong,’’ Tavaglione said. ‘‘You’re going to politicize this. You’ll have basic life support ambulance companies start filtering in and ... wanting to take over the AMR contract. They will make our jobs more difficult by pressuring us. You will not like it. Trust me.’’

Board Chairman Marion Ashley agreed, prompting Benoit to alternately recommend that the board at least receive annual reports from county staff advising of the status of AMR’s contract and whether there were trouble spots that might require the board’s attention. With the exception of Jeffries, the board agreed to the amendment.

The contract will expire on June 30, 2020.

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Education

Temecula Valley Elks honor scholarship winners judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need.

The three top young women were: • Ryan Murphy – Veritas PressLancaster, PA (Home School), First Place • Amy Pai - Chaparral High School, Second place • India Dove - Great Oak High School, Third place The top three young men were: • Anthony Agbay – Great Oak High School, First place • Anthony Deaconn – Chaparral High School, Second place

Temecula Valley Elks #2801 recently awarded six scholarships to deserving high school seniors. Pictured from left to right are Co-Scholarship Chairman Bob Farrens, Ryan Murphy, India Dove, John Buckley, Anthony Agbay, Anthony Deaconn, Amy Pai and Co-Scholarship Chairman Diane Farrens. Courtesy photo

Temecula Valley Elks #2801 honored six students and their families at a recent dinner. The lodge presented awards and certificates to the six winners of the lodge

competition for the “Most Valuable Student” Scholarship contest.

Each winner received a scholarship from the Temecula Valley Elks Lodge to help with college

• John Buckley – Great Oak High School, Third place In addition to the awards from the lodge, all six of the lodge winners were forwarded on to the district for additional judging. At the district level, four of the six winners were in the top twenty-four winners for the district and were forwarded onto the state level for the next level of judging.

Those scholarship applicants that went onto the state level were Ryan Murphy; Anthony Agbay; Anthony Deaconn and John Buckley.

Finish Your Bachelor’s Degree at Azusa Pacific in Murrieta

expenses. The first place winners received $1000, second place winners received $750 and the third place winners received $500.

Scholarship applications were

Local students make Dean’s List at colleges Many area students made their communities proud for their academic accomplishments during the fall 2014 semester. From pros in engineering to Liberal Arts aficionados, the following is a list of students who made the Dean’s List at their colleges.

Baylor University Landreigh A. Knapp, Jaime A. Lusher and Leila Katariina Rohde, all of Fallbrook, made the Dean’s list for the 2014 semester at the private Christian university, located in Waco, Texas.

Knapp is in the School of Education, Lusher is in the College of Arts and Sciences and Rhode is in the Hankamer School of Business.

More than 3,200 Baylor University students were named to the Dean’s Academic Honor Roll for the 2014 fall semester.

Students who earned the Dean’s List designation had to maintain a minimum grade-point average of 3.7, while enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours.

Baylor is a nationally ranked liberal arts institution and a classified as a research university with “high research activity” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

This blends with Baylor’s international reputation for educational excellence built upon the faculty’s commitment to teaching, scholarship and interdisciplinary research to produce outstanding graduates.

Morehead State University Anthony John Iannuzzi of Murieta has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2014 semester at Morehead State Univeristy in Morehead, Kentucky.

To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses).

Morehead State University aims to provide a safe campus environment that is welcoming and studentfriendly. The college boasts small class sizes with a dedicated faculty and staff.

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, educational institution.

Goshen College Jessica Cagigas of Murrieta was recently recognized for academic excellence on the fall semester Dean’s List at Goshen College in Indiana. Cagigas is a freshman Business major.

To attain a position on the Dean’s List at Goshen College, a student must earn at least a 3.75 GPA, while completing at least 12 hours of course work for a letter grade. Only grades from the designated semester are included in the Dean’s List selection process.

Goshen College is a nationallyrecognized liberal arts college known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice.

The college offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 65 areas of study, as well as select master’s degrees. Goshen enrolls approximately 900 students from 32 states and 25 countries.

American International College David Gandara of Canyon Lake has been named to the Dean’s List for fall 2014 at American International College. Gandara is a Management Major (BSBA).

Dean’s List students are full-time students with a grade point average of 3.3 to 4.0.

Founded in 1885, American International College (AIC) is a private, co-educational, master’s institution located in Springfield, Massachusetts.

AIC is an interfaith, interracial, and international educational institution with Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences, Health Services and Graduate and Adult Educational programs.

AIC supports and advances education, diversity, and opportunity for its students and the community.

Drury University Ashley Abbott of Fallbrook

Murrieta library offers free SAT practice test and workshop MURRIETA— Improve your college admission test scores by participating in the free practice tests and workshop hosted by the Murrieta Public Library and presented by Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions. Practice tests are the perfect opportunity for students to gain experience and learn tips to succeed. The workshop is for everyone, not just for those who took the tests; however, the students who took the practice tests will receive their scores at the workshop. The event will be held in the Library’s Community Room.

Now is the time to register as space

is limited; please register by calling 1 800-KAPTEST. The ACT Practice Test is on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 12 to 4 p.m. for grades 9-12. The SAT and ACT Test Strategies Workshop is on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 6 to 7 p.m. for grades 9-12 and parents.

These events are free and open to the public. The Murrieta Public Library is located at 8 Town Square (Adams Avenue and Kalmia Street). For more information about these events call (951) 304BOOK (2665) or visit the Library’s web page at www.murrietalibrary. info.

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earned a spot on Drury University’s Dean’s List this fall.

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Address

Sale Price

Canyon Lake

30180 Yellow Feather Drive

Hemet

1042 San Nicolas Street

Lake Elsinore

Menifee

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

$245,000

1600

3BR

3BA

132

$49,000

1440

2BR

2BA

74

2064 Avenida Estrada

$72,900

827

2BR

1BA

870 Majela Lane

$76,500

996

2BR

1BA

1750 Amigo Drive

$99,000

875

2BR

772 La Jolla Avenue

$120,000

1077

280 Val Monte Drive

$145,000

1339

41176 Tava Lane

$163,500

25886 Faircrest Circle

$187,000

27401 Bancroft Way

Hemet 146 S. Harvard St.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Menifee

27930 Tate Road

$303,000

2281

3BR

3BA

27

33067 Breighton Wood Street

$318,000

2469

4BR

3BA

148

Temecula

27415 Quincy Lane

$405,000

3063

5BR

4BA

98

39184 Trail Creek Lane

$428,960

3059

5BR

4BA

6

22

30198 Beeswing Circle

$319,000

3281

5BR

4BA

25

29419 Moorings Court

$340,060

2743

5BR

3BA

8

40908 Alton Court

$474,240

3505

5BR

4BA

82

49

29659 Calle Violetta

$247,000

1146

2BR

2BA

2BA

85

30199 Skipstone Way

$357,000

3808

5BR

4BA

52

28

33302 Via Alvaro

$320,000

1416

3BR

2BA

11

2BR

2BA

59

42428 Chisolm Trail

$564,000

3084

4BR

3BR

2BA

37

42311 Gold Cup Lane

$699,000

3472

4BR

2BA

45

33017 Bonita Mesa Street

$354,000

1983

4BR

3BA

240

4BA

99

32662 Bodley Court

$385,000

1954

4BR

3BA

85

2076

4BR

3BA

109

27712 Passion Flower Court

$248,500

1660

3BR

2154

4BR

3BA

94

36128 Provence Drive

$270,000

1885

4BR

3BA

63

32609 Strigel Court

$302,000

1234

4BR

2BA

47

3BA

167

44680 Lorraine Drive

$335,000

1697

3BR

2BA

132

$210,000

1933

4BR

3BA

81

24023 Tobaro Court

$272,000

1304

3BR

2BA

127

31424 Via Eduardo

$355,000

2113

4BR

3BA

97

2741 Alicia Place

$212,000

1696

3BR

2BA

245

39825 Osprey Road

$285,000

1667 Via Borrego

$219,500

1442

2BR

2BA

117

40506 CALLE LAMPARA

$315,000

1275

3BR

2BA

46

45698 Magnolia Place

$391,500

3023

4BR

3BA

82

1912

3BR

3BA

185

32454 Francisco Place

$406,000

2916

4BR

3BA

43079 Quincy Court

$220,000

1906

3BR

2BA

41

23673 Lincoln Avenue

99

$339,000

2492

4BR

3BA

6

45850 Gold Mine Drive

$410,000

2976

4BR

3BA

39

40969 Crest Drive

$225,000

1892

3BR

2BA

92

4071 Seattle Street

$227,000

2047

4BR

2BA

33

26531 Bladen Avenue

$393,000

3144

5BR

3BA

78

32950 Anasazi Drive

$422,500

2787

4BR

3BA

182

29520 Branwin Street

$322,350

2617

3BR

2BA

30

34079 Tuscan Creek Way

$435,000

3767

5BR

4BA

56

3455 Sugar Maple Court

$249,900

2446

5BR

3BA

625 Olazabal Drive

$375,000

2665

3BR

3BA

23

27507 SIERRA MADRE Drive

$325,000

1780

3BR

3BA

146

45290 Willowick Street

$495,000

4152

4BR

4BA

78

46

40663 La Salle Place

$325,000

2053

4BR

3BA

58

44591 Ristow Court

$532,500

4076

5BR

4BA

193

649 Lake Street

$417,000

3274

4BR

4BA

41

29248 Via Espada

$349,900

2459

4BR

3BA

153

32879 Valentino Way

$542,000

3800

5BR

5BA

19

27261 Tierra Verde Drive

$765,000

6402

34025 Winterberry Lane

$267,000

1911

5BR

5BA

354

31282 Gatehouse Court

$359,900

3000

4BR

3BA

102

45347 Spruce Court

$545,000

2933

4BR

3BA

114

4BR

3BA

87

30180 Alfalfa Lane

$370,000

2607

3BR

3BA

75

45302 Saint Tisbury Street

$570,000

3614

4BR

3BA

29

Murrieta

Days on Market

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

45013 Dortmund Court

$269,000

2370

3BR

3BA

175

37119 Tree Ridge Drive

$417,000

3677

5BR

3BA

61

34434 Champoux Court

$575,000

3482

5BR

5BA

66

32457 Silver Creek

$274,000

2118

4BR

3BA

45

26482 Winterset Court

$445,000

4666

10BR

4BA

41

31013 Camino Del Este

$225,000

1164

3BR

1BA

77

9 Ponte Bianco

$290,000

3108

4BR

3BA

90

38663 Falkirk Drive

$505,000

3908

4BR

3BA

88

40120 Lucero Drive

$650,000

3446

3BR

4BA

44

35520 Desert Rose Way

$303,000

2486

4BR

3BA

69

1372 Sierra Sineca Drive

$80,000

1040

2BR

2BA

98

32814 Almond Tree Lane

$65,000

908

2BR

1BA

7

34287 Blossoms Drive

$315,000

2311

4BR

3BA

169

482 Jordan Avenue

$80,000

868

2BR

1BA

84

33408 Mill Pond Drive

$239,000

1920

2BR

2BA

47

13 Via Scenica

$370,000

2580

4BR

3BA

0

168 Sheriff Avenue

$165,000

1258

4BR

2BA

42

22085 Country Hills Drive

$260,000

1277

3BR

2BA

73

111 Via De La Valle

$542,500

2861

4BR

4BA

260

431 Westminister Drive

$175,000

1414

3BR

2BA

32

23797 Copper Court

$369,000

3487

4BR

4BA

131

203 Franklin Street

$195,000

1356

3BR

2BA

81

1239 Galileo Way

$200,000

1772

4BR

2BA

151

35050 Margo Road

$430,000

4036

5BR

5BA

55

2011 Roanoke Street

$207,000

1660

3BR

3BA

68

53218 Savannah Court

$280,000

2696

4BR

3BA

19

1422 Airlift Street

$209,900

2073

5BR

3BA

151

16377 Arnold Avenue

$150,000

1236

3BR

2BA

171

2301 Calona Place

$213,000

1556

3BR

2BA

16

28587 GOETZ Road

$125,000

960

3BR

2BA

33

1882 Villines Avenue

$215,000

1855

4BR

3BA

66

27823 Cactus Flower Drive

$220,000

1207

3BR

2BA

54

970 Blodgett Street

$265,000

2550

6BR

3BA

88

27065 FLAGLER

$228,000

1705

2BR

2BA

19

27640 Boston Drive

$137,500

998

2BR

2BA

4

25242 Silverwood Lane

$249,900

2152

4BR

2BA

36

26209 Allentown Drive

$161,000

1328

2BR

2BA

154

26592 Hull

$250,000

1715

3BR

2BA

84

40274 Rosewell Court

$283,900

1577

3BR

3BA

47

26796 Maris Court

$260,000

1715

3BR

2BA

8

39597 June Road

$290,000

1571

4BR

3BA

64

26448 Bradshaw Drive

$280,599

2071

5BR

2BA

112

27594 Jon Christian

$294,000

1254

3BR

2BA

8

27027 Comet View Court

$285,000

2487

5BR

3BA

107

31768 Corte Tortosa

$348,000

1345

3BR

2BA

5

29442 Starshine Drive

$290,000

2255

4BR

3BA

153

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Lake Elsinore poised for growth Leaders share vision, opportunity Paul Bandong Staff Writer At a recent meeting of brokers and developers in Lake Elsinore, newly-elected Mayor Steve Manos shared the vision, dream, and development overview of the city.

Brandon Sudweeks, President of Coldwell Banker Commercial, then gave an overview of their developments and opportunities in the area.

Lake Elsinore has dubbed itself the “Action Sports Capital of the World” featuring skydiving, mo-

tocross and water sports. Manos shared the city’s vision.

“Lake Elsinore will be the ultimate lake destination where all can live, work and play, build futures and fulfill dreams.” Lake Elsinore plans to provide residents and visitors opportunities for boating, wakeboarding, fishing, water skiing, windsurfing, sunbathing, hiking, biking, picnicking and playing on the beach.

Manos cited Lake Elsinore’s central location on the I-15 corridor — easy access to San Diego (68 miles), Los Angeles (74 miles), Orange

County (60 miles), and Riverside (30 miles) – as being a key factor to its growth.

The city was also named the fifth best city for Homeownership in California, according to NerdWallet.

Lake Elsinore’s average household income ($73,304) is higher than the national average ($71,842) and its median home value ($213,453) is also higher compared to the nation ($177,257).

Lake Elsinore is the fastest-growing city in California, with Menifee and Temecula also ranked in the top ten. Manos anticipates their cur-

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rent population of 56,000 to grow to almost 300,000 in the coming decade. The growth in single-family detached homes has tripled since 2012 with 21,883 already approved units yet to be built.

Manos noted a number of economic indicators signaling a recovery: growth in sales taxes (2.7 percent), property taxes (4.5 percent), franchise fees (8.6 percent) and Transient Occupancy tax (40 percent). He also cited the growth of new businesses in the past two years as well as a $5 million renovation of the Outlets at Lake Elsinore. A Walmart Supercenter, Golden Corral, and Tractor Supply Company head the list of companies that will fill 363,000 square feet of commercial and industrial development.

The city has streamlined services and processes that make development in the area easier.

Manos also described projects for Main Street revitalization, pavement management to provide improvements/repairs to 25 percent of existing roadways, and traffic infrastructure solutions (multiple European-style roundabouts).

The city has already adopted a General Plan, an Environmental Impact Report, Housing Element and a Climate Action Plan. They are also working on an East Lake Specific Plan, a Facilities Master Plan and a Parks Master Plan. “We have 15,000 acres of undeveloped land,” said Manos, “and 1,250 acres are freeway frontage.”

The city is also looking at plans for the lake, including revitalizing La Laguna (an $8 million project for boat ramp and recreational center), revisiting Shoreline Development Standards, exploring new water treatment options and working with regional partners.

“There are a number of reasons why Lake Elsinore should be attractive to businesses, including the largest natural freshwater lake in Southern California, a committed city council, unlimited tourism opportunities, exceptional quality of life, a brine line for non-recyclables.

Lake Elsinore is also a HUBZone as well as a Foreign Trade Zone.

We have no utility use tax and very low sales/lease prices,” said Manos.

The Small Business Administration HUBZone designation — Historically Underutilized Business Zone — helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities.

Manos quoted testimonials from the CEO of Stater Brothers, an executive with builder D.R. Horton, and a director of JS Technologies on their corporate moves and developments in the Lake Elsinore area.

Sudweeks presented an overview of Lake Elsinore’s existing commercial and industrial prices in comparison with neighboring Corona and their shrinking inventory, a situation that represents tremendous opportunity for local development and revenue-generation in Lake Elsinore, the nearest community for expansion south of Corona.

Sudweeks shared that Lake Elsinore’s Finished Lot Values (based on a 7,200-square foot lot) are about 45 percent below Corona’s.

According to Sudweeks, Lake Elsinore’s professional office rental rates have climbed to $1.75 from $1.43 at the beginning of 2014 while vacancy rates remain steady at 13-16 percent. Industrial rents have risen from $0.57 per square foot to $0.63 with vacancy rates around 4.9 percent. In the retail market, rental rates have dropped to $1.33 from $1.50; vacancy rates remain around 8.2 percent.

Sudweeks then shared existing development opportunities in the area.

Waterbury at Lake Elsinore is a 13-parcel, 449-acre master development of 1,300 lots: 591 single family residential units and 709 multi-family residential units. The property is located on Mission Trail between Bundy Canyon Drive and Railroad Canyon Drive/Diamond Drive and is part of the East Lake Specific Plan.

Lakeshore Pointe is a residential mixed-use four-parcel, 13.62-acre development entitled for 161 multifamily units and 32 single family lots. The property is on the north side of Riverside Drive near Lakeside High School and The Lake Elsinore Recreation Area.

They are also proposing an 8.3acre neighborhood shopping center at the northwest corner of I-15 and Nichols Road between the Lake Elsinore Outlets and the Alberhill Developments.

“The growth opportunities are tremendous,” said Sudweeks, “By the time all is said and done, we will have managed hundreds of millions of dollars in investment in these projects alone.”

Growth is coming and Manos and the Lake Elsinore City Council are planning for it.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden SHADE from page B-1 have sun there, not easy to landscape this type of area and I may discuss that entire topic in another article actually.

Semi-shady is the term I’d use to describe areas underneath trees and possibly beneath patio covers – they receive some sun most of the day. Then we have the term “partial shade” or sometimes you’ll see partial sun – they are basically the same thing – it’s an area in your landscape which receives some full sun part of the day, and full shade for another part of the day.

Keep in mind all plants require light to survive, but there are some plants which I’ll be discussing here that can get by on much less sun or light and some that just flat out can’t take full sun at all. Typically shade plants prefer more moisture (think-ferns), but I’ll be discussing some that don’t. Typically you don’t see a lot of colorful flowers on shade plants, they require more sun, but you will see some beautiful and interesting foliage.

These terms are important to know when choosing the correct plants for your landscape as when you read the labels on the plants at the nursery they will typical use one of those terms. Full sun, I believe we all know what that means right?

Now that you understand the lingo, I’d like to discuss some of the best plants I believe can be utilized in our climate zone that can take these types of conditions and thrive.

Let’s start from the bottom and work our way up shall we?

Groundcovers and low growing plants Ajuga reptans “Carpet Bugle” a very attractive multi colored mat forming ground cover, good in shade and partial shade as well.

Almost all ivy (Hedera helix) do great in low light and shady areas – almost too great, but they are perfect for those spots where you’re trying to get something to grow in the shade. They can get large so cut back as needed, not too demanding on water requirements either. I’ve found Dichondra is good for that partial shade area where you might get some sun for part of the day, doesn’t like full sun all day in our area – very attractive plant and will spread to fill an area, though it’s not for walking on.

Low growing plants – I love a plant called “Bergenia crassifolia” myself, it’s got big rounded leaves (about six inches across) low water needs and stalks of pretty pink flowers held above the leaves when blooming. These are easy to grow unless snails and slugs discover them. Another favorite of mine is called “Heuchera” aka Coral Bells, and there are so many varieties of it that it is mind boggling. They are primarily grown for their leaves and many different hybrids are available now. I recommend trying a few this spring.

Black Mondo Grass – although I don’t usually like putting dark plants into shady places – can take

partial shade or partial sun and it’s really an outstanding plant. It’s a low clumping grass in the bamboo family; there is also a lighter version of Mondo Grass as well. I would recommend planting these in groups, not just one.

In our climate zone, I find that some beautiful flowering plants do far better in partial shade than full, one of those is the Foxglove – “Digitalis purpurea”, again, many varieties out there, but the heat and full sun in our area will age them fast, give them partial sun, or a semi-shady spot and admire them!

Liriope muscari is another great one I had to mention – there are several varieties and sizes available, I like the “variegated” type myself, and they have some interesting tiny berrylike purple flowers in the summer on stalks, not the main show though.

Medium sized plants Ferns – definitely high on my list would have to be one of our own natives – the California Sword Fern (Polystichum californica) – its water needs are far lower than most ferns, there is another similar variety which may be easier to find and that’s just called the “Western Sword Fern”, both will spread if they’re happy where planted.

Acanthus Mollis – aka “Bears Breech” is a wonderful tropical looking shrub for the shade garden, very striking flower stalks when in bloom as well, several new varieties are now available also.

Hydrangeas – these beauties come in many sizes and shapes, the typical hydrangea will put out large heads of blooms that vary in color depending on ph of soil, blue flowered in acidic soil, and pink flowered in higher ph soil, right in the middle may give you lavender blooms!

One of my personal favorites is called the “Oak leafed hydrangea” and it’s not particularly grown for the flowers only, which are white, but the beautiful foliage, which changes color in the fall as well.

Another of my favorite plants, and one that I use often in my designs, would be the Nandinas.

You may have heard of the plant “Heavenly Bamboo”, that’s a nandina actually not a bamboo at all.

These plants come in many varieties and sizes, of course, some of the best are “Gulf Stream” about 3x4’, “Firepower” only 2’ high, “Nana” 3x2’ and “Sienna Sunrise”, most of these have spring flowers and red berries through the winter, all change colors from green to yellow, orange and red – one of the most versatile plants in the garden I think. Also does very well in pots, I grow some both in ground and in pots and they are virtually pest free, what more could you ask for?

I’m going to finish this topic in next week’s issue. So, until then, happy gardening, and feel free to email me for design work, and don’t forget we are still getting $2/sq. ft. to remove lawn and replace with drought tolerant landscapes – my specialty! I can be contacted at www.uniquelandscapes.net.

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How to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at home Greenhouse gases are gases in the atmosphere that absorb and emit radiation. Water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and ozone are the primary greenhouse gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, and according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, these gases are significant contributors to climate change.

While climate change poses a considerable threat, it’s important to note that much of the increase in greenhouse gases over the last 150 years can be traced to human activities. By changing certain behaviors and practices, men and women can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The following are a few simple changes men and women can make in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their homes.

Buy ENERGY STAR products. A 2012 report from the United States Energy Information Administration noted that electricity production generates the largest share of greenhouse gas emissions. The ENERGY STAR label indicates products have been tested and approved as energyefficient, meaning they consume less electricity than other similar products.

The ENERGY STAR label can be found on a host of home appliances, including lighting, heating and cooling equipment and electronics.

Homeowners who want to pitch in to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while also lowering their utility bills should only consider those products that have earned the ENERGY STAR label.

Revisit your cooling and heating habits. Home cooling and heating systems consume a considerable amount of energy, and inefficient use of these systems is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. But cutting back on these

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Making more efficient use of home heating and cooling systems is one way homeowners can reduce greenhouse gas emissions at home.

emissions does not mean you have to sweat out sultry summer afternoons or hide under the covers upon the arrival of winter. Replacing air filters according to manufacturer guidelines and using programmable thermostats so you aren’t heating and cooling your house when no one is home are some easy ways to dramatically reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that emanate from your heating and cooling systems.

Such efficient use of these systems also saves you money on your monthly energy bills.

Recycle. Recycling can greatly reduce your home’s greenhouse gas emissions. Many communities now mandate that residents recycle plastics, glass containers and paper goods like newspapers and magazines. Recycling can be so simple that it’s easy to forget just how beneficial it can be. When products are recycled, that reduces the need to extract resources, manufacture replacement goods and dispose of products, each of which contributes to pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

If you and members of your household have yet to embrace

recycling, you’re not only increasing greenhouse gas emissions, but also you may even be breaking the law. If your community sponsors a recycling program, simply separate recyclable items from the rest of your trash and leave them out on the curb on designated pickup days.

If no such program exists in your community, separate items to recycle and periodically bring them to your local recycling center, which may even pay you for certain items.

Compost food waste. Instead of discarding leftovers in the garbage can, compost that wasted food so it does not end up in landfills, where it will contribute to methane gas in the air. Composting food waste can improve the soil in your yard and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and it also makes you feel better that you’re making use of wasted food that would otherwise go straight into the garbage can.

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions may seem like a massive undertaking, but concerned men and women can employ several simple strategies to do their part to protect the environment.

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Over 200 attend SRCAR office opening in Hemet Paul Bandong Staff Writer Over 200 community members, real estate agents and local dignitaries attended the grand opening of the new Hemet office of the Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors on Jan. 16.

The remodeled former bank at 2355 E. Florida Ave. is 5,961 feet and contains an executive meeting room, grand hall, kitchen area, large patio area and a spacious lobby where members can purchase merchandise (signage, lockboxes, other real estate items) to support their real estate businesses. The grand hall is available for rent after hours to support local community events and organizations.

“SRCAR is positioned for growth,” says SRCAR CEO Connie Lynch, “and we are excited to have a strong presence in the communities of Hemet and San Jacinto.” When SRCAR closed escrow on the building in April of 2014, it had 285 members in that area. SRCAR currently has offices in Murrieta and Menifee serving over 3,500 real estate agents in Temecula, Murrieta, Anza, Aguanga, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Wildomar and Winchester.

“We are always excited when an event brings hundreds of professionals into our town,” said John

The SRCAR® Board of Directors and staff, local Hemet dignitaries, and Hemet-San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce members joined with CEO Connie Lynch (behind SRCAR lettering) in the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new SRCAR building in Hemet.

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Jansons, director of Community Investment Development for the City of Hemet. “This represents a potentially key economic development step for us.”

The ribbon-cutting ceremony included the SRCAR Board of Directors, local Hemet dignitaries, Hemet-San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce members and Chamber

CEO Andy Anderson. Lynch received Certificates of Recognition from Hemet Mayor Linda Krupa, Senator Jeff Stone, Senator Mike Morrell, and Congressman Paul

Ruiz.

SRCAR enhances the value of its realtor members by providing education, training, services and legislative advocacy.

Eight tips on what to do before listing a home for sale

John Occhi and Mike Mason Special to the Valley News Spring home selling season will be stating shortly. Spring Break is typically considered the launch point for the buying season – kids are home from school and parents take vacation days. Stroll the isles of Home Depot or Lowe’s these days and you’ll find anxious homeowners taking on projects to get their homes ready for sale to meet the anticipated demand of this year’s buyers. The question remains…What is crucial to do to your home before listing it?

If you plan on selling your home, whether it be for a lifestyle upgrade, or a more suitable neighborhood or even if you’ve just gotten bored and simply need a change you’re going to have to follow a few steps in order to make sure this is a decision that will transform your life for the positive and not turn it into a nightmare.

First-time sellers especially need to prepare themselves for what may be more time consuming and challenging times than anticipated.

Prepare yourself for strangers walking through your home and being critical of the most mundane and minor aspects of your home, in order to negotiate for a better price and terms. The one thing you can bank on is that this will be a nervetesting experience.

To sell a home, like buying one, you need to have a plan. Are you going to be prepared for what is bound to happen next? Do you have a clear mental image of the entire process? There are certainly things you will need to take into account before you ever put your home on the market. Herewith, is what you need to know.

Eight hassle free steps to getting your home sold in no time Get emotionally detached. Once you determine that this is the right decision for you and your family, you need to leave your emotions out of the process. Remember, it’s a house – the home is where ever you and your family end up.

Selling your house is a business

decision. Stay focused on the goal – selling for the most amount of money in the shortest time with the least inconvenience. Keep your goals at the forefront of your mind throughout the entire process, you will achieve your objective.

Get a grasp on the calendar. The perfect time to sell your home is when it is ready and not a moment before. It’s critical to get your house on the market to align with buyer demands while at the same time not listing it for sale even a day before it’s ready to receive potential buyers. If you compromise here you can expect to compromise on your asking price.

Get organized. Every homeowner has lots of paperwork pertinent to the home. Gather all of your appliance books and warranties together; don’t forget any permits.

Gather at least a years’ worth of all utility bills (two would be better).

Find receipts for everything you’ve done to the home. The future homeowner will probably want and need these and you won’t want to be looking for them all at once in the middle of escrow.

Get a good realtor. There are many great realtors out there but you need to find the one who is perfect for you. Interview several and discuss with each the particular terms and conditions of working with him. What should you focus on? You need to have an experienced agent who is familiar with your neighborhood – remember that all real estate is local and your realtor should be too. Perhaps the most critical aspect of the new relationship revolves around trust and communication. Word to the wise, look beyond your family and friends who have real estate licenses.

Get your home refreshed. It’s time to get the home ready. Time to declutter and make all of the small repairs on the proverbial “Honey Do List”. Cosmetic touches can increase the value of your home and make it more desirable over the competition. Be ready for your realtor’s professional photographer to come and take amazing photos… which can only be accomplished if the home looks spectacular. Some easy ways to do this is to let in the natural light, focus on neutral paint colors and please make sure there are no pets. Make the house appear to be a home – warm and cozy.

Get your home inspected. A neutral; third party looking at your

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home can evaluate any problems that a buyer will certainly discover on their own. Certainly there are problems with the house that disturbed you while you’ve been living in it – fix them now. By problems we are referring to either cosmetic or functional – both are equally important.

Get your home into move-in condition. When your home is presented to the buying public, it must be clutter-free, nicely presented – in short, your home needs to be a move-in ready house.

The rebound to the economy has already prompted many homes to come on the market and more are sure to follow – your home to needs to have the “wow factor” – something that home buyers will remember and want. Selling your home is a process that demands your participation. If you just kick back and wait for it to happen then chances are you won’t sell it at all.

Please be prepared for every single potential buyer who tours your property – you just never know which one will buy it.

Get your home sold before you buy. Unless you can comfortably afford two mortgages indefinitely don’t ever put yourself in the situation of owning two homes at once – especially if one is sitting vacant.

Selling your home is a mental process as much as it is a physical one and you need to be prepared both financially and mentally. You must be prepared for idle periods of time as no one can predict how quickly your home will sell. Follow the suggestions in this article and your chances for a quick sale will greatly improve. Focus on your curb appeal but never overlook functionality. Small changes can, and do have big impacts.

Remember that first impressions do matter and that people do judge books by their covers. Knowing what is shared here can ease the entire process. Collaborate with your professional realtor and together you’ll certainly find the best solution to accomplish your goals for selling your property. Stay optimistic!

Call us today and get the information you need to make the right decision. The info is free, call now! (951) 296-8887. Questions regarding available inventory and/ or other real estate matters please contact me, Mike@GoTakeAction.

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Broncos beat Pumas as coaches and athletes battle cancer Paul Bandong Sports Writer “It is more than just a game,” said Vista Murrieta Head Coach Andy Rucker, “it is really cool that we can have all the kids in the Valley fighting it out on the basketball court and then coming together to see a bigger picture and unite in the fight against cancer, to help spread awareness and raise funds.”

Rucker started the Coaches vs.

Cancer event four years ago. “I had wanted to do something like this for years. My mom got sick and passed away from cancer and I knew I had to finally get off the couch and do something.” It started with a single game between Murrieta Valley and Vista Murrieta.

The next year all six Southwestern boys teams participated. Last year the Southwestern League girls teams joined in as well as the boys teams from Elsinore and Heritage.

“This year, we have expanded to include Paloma Valley and local youth programs: Temecula Youth Basketball League, Murrieta Youth Basketball League, and Temecula/ Murrieta Valley Middle School Basketball,” said Rucker.

The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches that empowers basketball coaches, their teams, and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer, according to the American Cancer Society.

The program leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of basketball coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs.

Local efforts have raised almost $20,000 over the past four years.

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“We were able to sell 763 TShirts, which is an improvement over last year and we have been able to add the local youth programs in our area (TYBL, MYBL and Middle School League) as well as Paloma Valley,” said Rucker.

“Adding the youth teams has really added to the fact that this is not about any one school or program, it is about our local basketball community coming together to support a cause.”

This year, at Vista Murrieta, 18year old Punkie Leon shared her story of her battle with Hodgkins Lymphoma. She was diagnosed at age 15 with “a second head in my neck that we named “Chuck.”

She struggled with thoughts of wanting to die. Today she has been cancer free for two years. The silent bleachers broke out in a standing ovation.

“We have all been touched by cancer in some way,” said Chaparral Coach Waheed Mitchell before the night’s game, “I lost my grandmother to cancer. This is a great opportunity to play this game on the court to raise awareness and to play a role in this game of life. These kids are well-grounded and have an appreciation of the moment, of the cause.”

Throughout the game announcements were made to raise cancer awareness: 1,655,540 new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed this year.

1,600 people per day die of cancer.

30 percent of cancer deaths have been attributed to smoking.

232,670 women are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

233,000 men are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. 1 in 235 children will be di-

Jacob Forte leads the Murrieta Valley Nighthawks on to the floor for the annual Coaches vs. Cancer game David Canales photo against Temecula Valley Friday Jan. 23.

agnosed with cancer before age 20.

This year in San Diego and Riverside Counties alone, over 22,000 men, women and children are expected to hear the words “You have cancer.”

Since 1993, coaches and their supporters have raised more than $87 million for the American Cancer Society.

Also in that time, the cancer death rate has declined 20% from 1991 to 2010, resulting in 1.3 million fewer deaths.

After the National Anthem, sung by the Vista Murrieta Chamber Choir, the Vista Murrieta Broncos rushed out to a 20-13 first quarter lead. A 22-9 second quarter sent the teams into the locker room with a 42-20 Broncos advantage. Power forward Damon Dubots had already scored 17 of his game-leading 22 points. Two dunks by Dubots and another by Marcel Condray highlighted the second quarter scoring.

Both teams came out aggressively in the second half and the Pumas were able to hold the potent Broncos offense to just one field goal -- a lay-up by Dubots with 2:54 left -- in the period. The Chaparral offense, however, had difficulty contending with the size of the Broncos’ front line and were able to score just eight points in the period.

“We played with lots of energy the first half and shot well to get up by 20 at halftime,” said Rucker, “then we kind of mentally relaxed.

They did have me worried when we only scored four points in that third period, but then we just went back to our game.”

Jonathan Holloway opened the final period with a three for the Pumas, but Joey Diaz answered with a three on an inbounds play. The Pumas scored 10 to the Bronco’s 11 in the final period, but it was not enough as they fell, 57-40.

Diaz ended the night with 14 points and Condray added nine in the winning effort for the Broncos.

R.J. Dimpalis led Chaparral with ten points, all in the first half.

Senior swingman Markel Wilson added eight before fouling out in the final period.

The Broncos (11-9, 3-2) travel to Temecula Valley (8-12, 3-1) for “Flash Back Night” at 6:15 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Chaparral (9-12, 0-4) hosts Murrieta Mesa (8-11, 0-3) the same night. Game time is 7 p.m.

In other boys games, Temecula Valley defeated Murrieta Valley 57-52, Great Oak beat Murrieta Mesa 85-53 and Paloma Valley ousted Temescal Canyon the night before, 61-56.

For additional information or to donate to Coaches vs. Cancer, contact Robert Cota at (619) 682-7433 or Robert.cota@cancer.org.

Arsenal FC South team claims 2015 San Diego Presidents Cup Championship JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor The GU11 team from the Arsenal FC South program has added another accolade to their resume, winning the 2015 San Diego Presidents Cup Championship last weekend.

The girls started off with an early morning kickoff on Saturday against the San Diego Soccer Club (SDSC), which resulted in a 2-1 win. Both goals were scored

by Kate Jacobsen.

Coach Kevin Legg said, “Arsenal’s speed was definitely a factor for SDSC’s backline.”

The next match was against Notts FC, which resulted in another 2-1 victory for Arsenal’s GU11s. Goals contributed by Kate Jacobsen and Kalia Thumstrom.

Heading into Sunday’s match, the GU11 team for Arsenal FC

South found themselves sitting at the top of the bracket. Their third game was against FC Sol where the GU11 team had a commanding 4-0 win. Goals scored by: Jordan Florence (2), Talia Stacy and Kaylee Nicotero. With the win Arsenal FC South was headed to the finals against SDSC, who were hoping to make the necessary adjustments and stop Arsenal’s offensive strike and not a have a repeat of Saturday’s game.

In the end, Arsenal FC was just too much too handle as the final score was 3-1. Jordan Florence was on fire as she scored the only 3 goals for the GU11’s in the final and ended the day with a very impressive 5 goals, receiving the MVP award for the tournament.

“All in all, it was a great weekend of soccer for Arsenal FC South GU11s where all of the girls stepped up to contribute to their success. They had very

Coach Kevin Legg and his Arsenal FC South GU11 team claimed the 2015 San Diego Presidents Cup Championship over the weekend of Courtesy photo January 10.

clean connections, controlled the ball in the middle and had some excellent switches. Their defense was a force only allowing 3 goals

all weekend. This is such an amazing group of girls with very bright futures ahead of them,” exclaimed Legg.

Great Oak’s frosh/soph girls’ soccer team finalists in Santiago Shark Cup JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor The Great Oak High School freshman and sophomore girls’ combined soccer team, led by head coach Katie Priest, were finalists at the 2015 Santiago Shark Cup held last weekend. Great Oak outscored their opponents 14-3 advancing to the finals against Santiago High School. The Wolf Pack battled the Sharks all game but in the end came up short losing 1-0. The combined team made up of 9th and 10th graders had a stellar preseason and headed into league play this week with a very positive outlook.

Great Oak High School’s combined frosh/soph girls’ soccer team were finalists at the 2015 Santiago Shark Cup held last weekend.

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Lady Broncos continue to roll over Southwestern League opponents Defeat Defending Division 1 State Champions, 69-53 Paul Bandong Staff Writer After a tough road trip and losses to the #10 team in the Central Coast Section and the #13 team in the nation, the Vista Murrieta Lady Broncos returned home, got back in the saddle and in control as they continue to run roughshod over the Southwestern League with a 62-44 victory over Murrieta Mesa and a 73-44 romp over Chaparral.

Broncos’ center Kali Jones had transferred from Chaparral High

School and was facing her ex-teammates for the first time this season.

It was “Coaches vs. Cancer” night in which coaches and players honor cancer survivors and raise funds in the fight against cancer.

“Kali was a little on edge,” said Broncos’ Head Coach Chris Jones, “But she was extremely active in the first half, rebounding, blocking shots and scoring.”

Kali scored eight of her 14 points in the first half as Vista Murrieta dominated 44-17 by halftime. “It was fun,” she said, “Mentally, I was prepared to play and show

them what they lost. Off-court talk motivated me and created more energy for me to want to beat them.”

Teammate Jaelyn Brown scored 19 points, including a 6-of-6 from the charity stripe. Brittney Reed contributed 13.

Chaparral was led by senior point guard Sara Hogman with 10 points.

Destinee Reyes, Taylor Norman, and Samantha Saxton-Getty tallied four points each.

The Broncos were coming off of a Tuesday win over Murrieta Mesa Lady Rams. In that game, Brown had 22 points and 13 rebounds;

Reed had 13 points and 8 rebounds; and Jones had 11 points and 12 rebounds.

Kiersta Tanner led the Rams with 15 points and six rebounds.

Octavia Williams had 13 points and six assists. Senior Mikayla Greens blocked eight shots and pulled down seven boards.

Vista Murrieta had travelled to northern California and faced Vanden (16-2), ranked #7 in the state and #13 in the nation (Maxpreps) and lost 73-58 despite 22 points

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Former High School Volleyball players excelling in college JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor With the fall 2014 college volleyball season recently ending, the Valley News Sports Department has updates on some of the local Division 1 players from Temecula and Murrieta that are excelling on their college teams. Congratulations to the following players on stellar seasons: Freshmen:

1. Jessica Gaffney - HS: Great Oak. College: University of San Francisco. Outside hitter. 202 kills (.091 hitting %), 45 blocks. 217 digs in 2014 season.

2. Katelyn Nielsen - HS: Murrieta Valley. College: Cal State Fullerton. Outside hitter. Tallied 121 kills, 21 blocks and 34 digs for 2014 season.

3. Kelsey Bawcombe - HS: Temecula Valley. College: Tennessee. Outside hitter. 115 kills (.125 hitting %), 131 digs for 2014 season. 22 blocks. Team, leading 17 service aces.

4. Cadie Bates - HS: Great Oak. College: Duke. Outside hitter.

20 kills (.046 hitting %), 5 digs, 6 blocks in 2014 season.

Sophomores:

1. Taylor Johnson - HS: Chaparral. College: Tennessee. Setter.

225 assists, 75 digs, 7 kills. 4 blocks. Two double-doubles on season (v. Mississippi State and LSU) for 2014 season.

2. Alyse Whitaker - HS: Vista Murrieta. College: Duke. Middle blocker. Led team in blocks (101).

270 kills (.292 hitting %). AllTournament Team. Double digit kills 15 times in 2014 season.

Juniors:

1. Kelsee Sawyer - HS: Great Oak. College: Cal State Bakersfield. Outside hitter. 368 kills, with .219 hitting %, 24 blocks and 80 digs in 2014 season.

2. Dana Backlund - HS: Murrieta Valley. College: Oregon State. Setter. 89 assists, 23 digs, 7 kills in 2014 season.

Jessica Gaffney, formerly of Great Oak and current outside hitter at the University of San Francisco.

Taylor Johnson, formerly of Chaparral and current setter at Tennessee.

Cadie Bates, formerly of Great Oak and current outside hitter at Duke.

Seniors:

1. Natalie Allen - HS: Murrieta Valley. College: Cal State Northridge. Outside hitter. Finished her senior year with 172 kills (.185 hitting %), 41 blocks and 230 digs in 2014 season.

2. Hayley Crone - HS: Great Oak. College: USC. Setter.

Finished senior season with 330 assists, 127 digs. Captain of her squad 2014 season.

Kate Johnson contributed to this article.

[Left] Katelyn Nielsen, formerly of Murrieta Valley and current outside hitter at Cal State Fullerton.

Alyse Whitaker, formerly of Vista Murrieta and current middle blocker at Duke.

Kalee Sawyer, formerly of Great Oak and current outside hitter at Cal State Bakersfield.

Dana Backlund, formerly of Murrieta Valley and current setter at Oregon State.

Hayley Crone, formerly of Great Oak and current setter at USC. Dave Canales photos

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Forza For All announces Middle School Volleyball All Stars JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor Fresh off of another successful year for the Middle School Volleyball league, Forza For All, a local non-profit organization that ran the league this year under the direction of Christina Pulver, recently announced its Middle School All Stars teams.

“Each year the Middle School League introduces volleyball to over 150 kids for the very first time and this year there were 33 teams participating made up by girls and boys teams from TVUSD and MVUSD and one private school; Van Avery Prep, totaling over 350 participants. Narrowing down the list of All Stars was no easy task,” said Pulver.

Congratulations to the following players and their coaches below:

The JV Plus Black team All Stars, coached by Bill Anderson.

The JV Black team All Stars, coached by Netty Campbel.

The Varsity Red team All Stars, coached by Sam Koria.

The Varsity Black team All Stars, coached by Donna Amoy.

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Haile Harrison – Warm Springs Katelyn Todd – Thompson Coach Jason Adams – JV Red Kloe Traner – Margarita Madeline Lopez – Shivela Isabelle Krogh – DMMS Caylee Clay – Van Avery Alexis Farwell – Vail Ranch Gabirella Dimopoulos – TMS Keelen Hurley – Gardner Deborah Masawai – BVMS Erika Moreno – Day Katelyn Monte – Warm Springs Charlotte Vuillemin – Thompson Coach Bill Anderson – JV Black Taegan Kent – Vail Ranch Natali Aldaz – Vail Ranch Rebecca Quezeda – BVMS Elize Bartolome – Warm Springs Melanie Watson – DMMS

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Great Oak Girls’ water polo floats past Hemet 8-5 in nonleague match-up

Maddie Atkinson of Great Oak goes up against Hemet High defenders in the Wolfpack’s 8-5 win on Jan. 21.

The Great Oak girls’ water polo team took on the Lady Bulldogs in a nonleague match-up on Jan. 21, defeating the visiting team from Hemet, 8-5. The Lady Wolfpack squad heads into their final week of the regular season this week looking to pull out all the stops against Murrieta Mesa and Murrieta Valley in hopes of making it to the post season.

Great Oak’s girls water polo goalkeeper, Sydney Lawyer, deflects a shot on goal attempt made by a player from Hemet High in last week’s non-league 8-5 win over the Lady Bulldogs.

Lady Wolfpack water polo player, Kinsey Worley (left), defends against a Hemet High opponent in Great Oak’s 8-5 win on Jan. 21.

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Golden Bears host 8th annual Battle for the Belt wrestling tournament JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor Temecula Valley High School recently set the stage for the 8th annual Battle for the Belt wrestling tournament, which was held on Jan. 17 and18, attracting some of the state’s power programs as well as individual state title contenders and some premiere programs from Nevada, Arizona and Hawaii.

“The next time there will be this much wrestling talent in one place will be under the banner of the CIF state tournament in February,” said Temecula Valley Co-Coach Arnold Alpert, whose team finished 19th.

The Poway Titans, ranked third in the state by The California Wrestler, took the crown for the second year in a row, racking up 297.5 points, knocking off fifth-ranked San Marino (146) and third-place Loomis Del Oro (144.5). This year’s top 10 featured four of the state’s top-10 ranked teams, which made for some excitement as the tournament wrapped up.

Temescal Canyon’s heavyweight wrestler, David Eubanks (28th, 51 points), who is also the reigning county champion, was the only area wrestler to advance to a championship final, losing to Con-

David Eubanks of Temescal Canyon placed second in the 285 lbs. division, He was the only wrestler from the county to advance to the championship round.

Poway won the team title with a score of 297.

nor Mowatt of Hawaii Lahaina.

Eubanks took Mowatt to a fourth period and an ultimate tiebreaker before losing, 3-2, on an escape with five seconds remaining.

Hemet was the highest placing area team at 14th with 89 points.

Tristin Sutton’s had a third-place showing at 195 pounds and Caleb Wilson placed sixth at 160.

Alex Hernandez of Hemet West Valley notched a third-place fin-

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ish at 145 one week after taking second at the Riverside County Championships, but was defeated 7-0 by eventual champion Ralphy Tovar of Poway in the quarterfinals for his only loss, out of six matches overall matches Mike Colello of Temecula Great Oak placed fifth at 195 and Kennith Kirk of Elsinore placed seventh at 152.

Kennith Kirk, Elsinore 7th place.

BRONCOS from page B-8 and seven rebounds from Reed and a 25-point, 20 rebound effort from Brown. They combined for 21 points from the free throw line. The team shot 2-for26 from beyond the 3-pt arc.

Sacred Heart Cathedral in San Francisco (8-8) jumped out to a 21-13 first quarter lead and never looked back. The score was 41-28 at halftime and 71-57 at the end. The Broncos’ offense had balanced scoring: Jones had 12, Reed had 16, Brown had 17 and Nasrin Ulel added 11. Reed and Jones had eleven rebounds each. Sacred Heart hit 4-of-13 three’s while Vista Murrieta went 1-for-9; Sacred Heart also hit 31-of-47 free throws while Vista Murrieta went to the line 25 fewer times, hitting on fourteen attempts.

Vista Murrieta (4-0 in league) returns to league play away at Temecula Valley on January 28.

Game time is 5:15 p.m.

In other girls games during the Coaches vs. Cancer event, Paloma Valley defeated Temescal Canyon 55-44, Murrieta Valley beat Temecula Valley 44-36, and Murrieta Mesa took down the Wolfpack, 48-43.

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Health

Can beer boost brain power?

A chemical component in beer hops has been shown to improve brain function in lab mice. It may one day help with age-relative cognitive decline.

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There is newfound reason to indulge in a pint or two of your favorite beer, and it’s not just to catch up and share a few laughs with friends. New research has shown that a chemical compound in beer may be able to improve cognitive function. The beverage once thought to obliterate brain cells when consumed in abundance may actually have the opposite effect and boost brain power.

No one should run out and start imbibing just yet, however. The study that ran in Behavioral Brain Research in October 2014 was preliminary and only conducted on lab mice.

During the study, scientists discovered that xanthohumol, a type of flavonoid found in beer, seemed to improve brain function in the young mice given xanthohumol doses. The cognitive flexibility of the mice was tested with a specially

designed maze, and younger mice showed signs of intellectual improvement. Older mice showed no improvements. Researchers believe xanthohumol and other flavonoids, such as those found in red wine, blueberries and dark chocolate, may play a role in helping a person form memories.

The mice were given very high doses of the flavonoid. A person would have to drink roughly 2,000 liters of beer a day to equal what the mice consumed to show improvement. However, should a supplement hit the market down the road; it may just be possible for men and women to consume a potentially beneficial amount of xanthohumol without bellying up at the bar.

One of the goals of the xanthohumol study was to examine its potential efficacy at treating age-related deficits in memory.

Xanthohumol also may benefit

those with metabolic syndrome, a condition associated with obesity and high blood pressure, as it can speed metabolism and reduce fatty acids in the liver.

Flavonoids are plant compounds that often provide plants with their color. Scientists have attributed many health benefits to flavonoids in foods and plants and have even suggested flavonoids can help in the fight against cancer and heart disease. Xanthohumol is rare and is most often found in the hops commonly used to make beer.

While doctors and researchers do not suggest running out and consuming a few six packs right now in the goal of improving brain function and cramming for that next test, xanthohumol may one day be harvested from beer hops to slow down age-related memory deficits.

Lake Elsinore Make a new commitment to local patients this to offer CPR year by donating blood – Make selflessness, is to do the right thing, Bowl located at 40440 California Fifteen- and 16-year-olds must and first aid 2015SANtheBERNARDINO year you join LifeStream and to do it now.

Oaks Rd. in Murrieta from 10 a.m. provide LifeStream with written to roll up your sleeves and get How important is blood donato 3 p.m. parental consent. Parent consent training started in a most serious pursuit – tion? One in four of people will Those choosing to give blood forms are available at any donor The City of Lake Elsinore is offering a one day training class for CPR and First Aid certification.

The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Lake Elsinore Senior Center located at 420 E. Lakeshore Drive.

Cost for the class is $55 and preregistration is required. For more information or to register for the class, contact the Lake Community Center at (951) 245-0442 during regular business hours.

that of saving lives.

LifeStream is this area’s local, nonprofit provider of blood products and services. When someone donates blood with LifeStream, they have made a difference to local patients and their loved ones, because that gift will not be sent out of the region and or out of state.

The December through January holiday period hit LifeStream – and local hospital patients – hard. Blood donations decreased. Transfusion needs increased. The only way the pendulum swings the other way, toward caring, generosity, and

need to be transfused in their lifetime.

Stand with them. Set an appointment to donate blood with LifeStream by calling (800) 8794484 or visiting www.LStream. org. All blood types are needed, are welcomed, and are difference makers in the lives of others.

Upcoming LifeStream Community Blood Drives will be held on Feb. 1 at Rock Ridge Church, located at 32011 Scott Rd. in Winchester from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A second drive held the same day will take place at Brunswick Cal Oaks

at either location will receive a $5 Stater Bros. gift card while supplies last. Donors at Brunswick Cal Oaks Bowl will also receive a coupon for a free game of bowling, courtesy of Brunswick.

Donors also receive free cholesterol screening and Gift of Life Donor Loyalty points that may be redeemed in the online donor store at www.LStream.org. Those aged 18-44 years may register for Be The Match bone marrow screening at all donor locations free of charge.

Healthy individuals at least 15 years of age may donate blood.

center, community blood drive or at www.LStream.org. All prospective donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donors receive a free mini-physical as part of the donation process. Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime. For more information, please call 1-800-TRY GIVING. Join the LifeStream volunteer team and make a lifesaving difference! For information, call 800879-4484, ext. 458.

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Most children will sometimes say things like, “I don’t like school,” or “The teachers don’t like me” or “I’m just no good at math.” Parents tend to ignore such comments as just part of the usual school complaining.

But there are times when what your child is trying to express may be a deeper problem and one with which he or she really needs help.

It’s important to look for signs like declining grades or grades below expectations that may signal very real problems.

Younger children find it hard to say, “I’m confused” or “I’m feeling inadequate.” Preteens and teenag-

ers are often reluctant to admit they’re struggling because it makes them look bad exactly when they’re trying to appear more adult, responsible and in control. So instead of saying, “I need homework help,” it comes out as “I hate school” or “My teacher is out to get me.”

When such comments are frequent, they shouldn’t be ignored, nor should other clear signs of real problems. When a child is reluctant to discuss school, seems angry or hostile about homework and studying, or demonstrates a lack of motivation or confidence, these are all signs that complaints about school may have a real basis. Students in such cases may refer to themselves as stupid or incapable of doing the work. They are often withdrawn,

hostile to school-related questions, very defensive and afraid of criticism.

When such symptoms appear an important first step is to let your child know you understand and empathize with the difficulties being faced. Try talking about your own school struggles, offering academic assistance, and complimenting cooperation and progress in order to rebuild confidence. If you find you can’t effectively assist with homework or studying, and many parents can’t, consider a qualified tutor to help overcome the academic problems.

Your child’s school counselor should be able to recommend a tutor, but can also help in other ways.

He or she has seen similar problems

and has the training and experience to offer assistance on how best to help your child. They may even have alternative explanations, from the school’s perspective, on why your child is struggling.

School can and should be a positive and enjoyable experience for almost every student. Being alert for when a child is asking for help, even though indirectly, can bring not only better academic success but a happier, better balanced child.

“Counseling Corner” is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling. org or visit the ACA website at www.counseling.org

How schools can maintain eco-friendly environments for students Parents and educators alike want to create healthy learning environments for kids in schools. A healthy school environment promotes healthy students, and such students are in a good position to do well in school Recognizing the importance of environmental health programs at schools, the United States Environmental Protection Agency developed a comprehensive strategy to develop

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The following are just a few of the many suggestions the EPA has made to encourage healthy school environments. More information is available at www.epa.gov.

Practice effective cleaning and maintenance. Cleaning products are essential to a healthy school environment, but only if schools choose the right products. Certain products contain chemicals that can cause health issues affecting the eyes, nose and throat and trigger headaches or asthma attacks. When choosing cleaning products, schools should rely on products with little or no volatile organic compound, or VOC, emissions as well as products that are biodegradable boast neutral pH levels and contain no known carcinogens.

When cleaning school buildings, do so when buildings are unoccupied; remove dust from hard, impermeable surfaces with a waterdampened cloth. Paint chips should be wiped up with a wet sponge or rag, and parents can encourage schools to use only vacuums with high-efficiency particulate air filters.

Prevent mold and moisture. Moisture stimulates mold growth and provides a nurturing environment for mites, roaches and rodents. Mold and moisture in a school can contribute to respiratory ailments, so school officials should make sure schools are routinely inspected for moisture problems, such as leaky plumbing

A healthy school environment promotes healthy students, and healthy students are in a good position to do well in school.

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or leaks in the roof. Moisture-generating appliances, such as dryers, should be vented to the outside of the building, where gutters, downspouts, scuppers, and storm drains should be maintained. Downspouts should drain away from the building to prevent moisture issues and the possible formation of mold inside the school.

Reduce environmental contaminant hazards. Chemical and environmental contaminant hazards pose a threat to anyone, but especially so to children, whose bodies are still developing. School officials can take steps to reduce exposure to harmful gases like radon, a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that occurs naturally in soil. Radon can enter schools through cracks or other openings in buildings’ foundations, which should be inspected routinely.

Another potential hazard schools should be on the lookout for is aging plumbing systems and leaky pipes.

Many students and school staff drink a substantial amount of water at school, where water supplies can be contaminated by poor plumbing systems. Even if a school’s water supply is not contaminated, a leaky

plumbing system can contribute to mold growth spurred on by water loss from leaky pipes.

Ensure adequate ventilation. Poor ventilation in a school can lead to poor indoor air quality, which has been linked to a host of health problems, including coughing, eye irritation, headaches, and allergic reactions. Inadequate ventilation and filtration systems also contribute to airborne mold, infectious diseases and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Schools should have their ventilation systems routinely inspected to ensure they are functioning at full capacity and should implement a regular schedule for inspecting and changing filters. In addition, ensure that ducts and the interior of air-handling units or unit ventilators are clean, and make sure books, papers and other items do not block ventilators.

Keeping a school environment healthy requires a team effort that includes administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and students. But working together to promote positive school environments can make a dramatic difference in student and teacher health and performance.

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Or contact the Humane Educator at 951.674.0618 x210

Check the website in the upcoming months for more information www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com

10am - 1pm $60 per child

9 to 12 years old

April 6th - 10th

5 to 8 years old

March 30th-April 3rd

Furry Friends Kids’ Camp

Contact Tiffani Young to become a sponsor at our events at event@animalfriendsofthevalley.com or 951-805-6239.

Contact Marissa Charrier to schedule school field trips or in-school educational presentations at HumaneEducator@animalfriendsofthevalleys.com or 951-674-0618 ext. 210.

Make one of your 2015 Resolutions a visit to our amazing facility and visit our wonderful animals waiting to be adopted! It’s a gift to them and you!

Animal Friends of the Valleys

We Offer: • Pet Adoptions • Microchipping • Low Cost Vaccinations • Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinics • Volunteer Opportunities • Community Education Welcoming a New Pet Into Your Home Join us for FREE presentation at Animal Friends of the Valleys 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar, CA 92592

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Saturday, March 14th 4pm-7pm Featuring our beloved

Guest Speaker

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When the tent Goes up Prices Go Down!

300 New & Used Vehicles Must Be Sacrificed!

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Wed, February 11th 5:30pm-6:30pm • What should you expect the first few weeks after introducing a new pet into your home?

• Do you have questions or concerns about adopting a shelter animal?

• What should be considered when adopting a shelter pet?

• How do you choose the right pet for your family?

Free! All ages welcome!

Reserve your seat today!

Humane Educator 951.674.0618 x210 HumaneEducator@animalfriendsofthevalleys.com Presentation by Marisa, AFV Humane Educator.

Scheduled to attend: a Certified Dog Trainer & Animal Behavior Specialist

Animal Friends of the Valleys is more than just a shelter. AFV is dedicated to promoting humane care of animals through education and a humane, pro-active animal services program.

We are committed to preventing the suffering of animals and to ending pet overpopulation in our community. In 2014 more than 9,000 animals passed through our doors. We have been working diligently with rescues and have even flown close to 100 dogs to other states where they could find their “fur”ever homes.

33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar | 951-674-0618 | www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com Our shelter pets are wagging their tails in appreciation to Temecula Nissan for sponsoring this page!!

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