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Kaiser Permanente Hospital Plan approved Tony Ault Writer Murrieta City Council voted to allow Kaiser Permanente Foundation Hospitals to build 824,500 square foot, 254 bed hospital and medical center over five phases in the Highland Springs area of the city. see page A-3

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Menifee denies ranch business license Jacob Preal Valley News Intern Menifee City Council held a public hearing for an appeal of a Business License Exemption Feb. 3, effectively ruling that ranches are required to obtain a license if they partake in any commercial activity. see page A-5

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Chelsea Cambridge, 5, gets fitted into her Mardi Gras themed float as her family works on the final adjustments during the Mardi Gras Family Fest at the Temecula Community Recreation Center Feb. 6. See more photos on A-7.

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Journey ends for remaining local ‘American Idol’ contestants Kim Harris Managing Editor

Golden Bears win 28th straight Dean Fioresi Sportswriter With a 24-22 lead heading into the final match, it was do or die for the Temecula Valley Golden Bears as they sought their 28th consecutive league Title, 19th consecutive since the forming of the Southwestern League. see page B-10

Hannah Sanders, 17, of Temecula, celebrates getting her golden ticket to “American Idol” following her San Francisco audition. Courtesy photo

While, the American Idol journey has ended for the final two local teens featured on “American Idol, The Farewell Season,” their dedication to their craft remains stronger than ever.

“I’ll never stop making music and performing, it’s what I love to do,” Hannah Sanders said.

Sanders, 17, of Temecula, didn’t make it through solo rounds last week, but a second Temecula contestant, 16-year-old Anatalia Villaranda did, only to be taken out of the competition by celebrity judges Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban the fol-

lowing night.

Villaranda, who was not available for comment before press time, said she was “pretty devastated,” in an interview that aired on FOX’s hit television show, now in its last season.

“There is not a next time because it is the farewell season,” she said as she wiped away tears. “I thought I would make it past final judgement, but unfortunately I didn’t. “ While Villaranda, who was inspired to start singing by superstar Celine Dion, was disappointed that she didn’t make it into the finals she remained optimistic about her future in the music business.

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Temecula’s Meadowview tract swaps goats for golf in vast open space area VALLEY NEWS

Tim O’Leary Valley News staff Meadowview, one of Temecula’s oldest and largest housing tracts, has swapped goats for golf.

Leaders of the 900-home subdivision are again gearing up for the arrival of sheep and goats that are seen as the preferred method of weed abatement, habitat restoration and soil improvement.

The grazing program has replaced a controversial proposal that was floated more than a decade ago to build a golf course in the 385-acre open space area that is the centerpiece of the sprawling community.

The shift in uses was recently showcased in a workshop that organizers dubbed their first annual Meadow Day. “We want to bring our meadow back to the way it was before we screwed it up,” said Mark Kramer, a Meadowview resident who detailed the grazing plan that will soon kick off its third year.

The grazing is part of a larger effort to embrace an environmentfriendly approach in a section of Temecula that has seen development explode in all directions.

As part of this effort, community

A number of scenic, public trails stretch across the nearly 400-acre meadow the community of Meadowview surrounds in Temecula.

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leaders have netted federal funds for much of the work and attracted the interest and involvement of a range of experts.

Kramer, a retired firefighter, calls it “holistic land management.”

“It was a steep learning curve,” Kramer told the 70-member audience at the Jan. 23 event. Other speakers included a wildlife biologist, a watershed protection expert, an animal science professor and a

composting and soil conservation expert.

While Temecula has repeatedly reinvented itself over the past 50

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Major Kaiser Permanente Hospital Plan approved by Murrieta Council Tony Ault Writer Murrieta City Council, finding no environmental adverse effects on the community and with the planning commission’s approval, voted to allow Kaiser Permanente Foundation Hospitals to build 824,500 square foot, 254 bed hospital and medical center over five phases in the Highland Springs area of the city.

The 5-0 council vote Tuesday, Feb. 2, gives the green light for the fourth major hospital in Murrieta to be established serving the more than 109,000 residents of the city and thousands more in the region.

The master plan presented to the city calls for construction of the medical center and hospital over a 25-year period in five different phases on 37.6 acres on the northeast corner of Antelope and Keller Roads. The plan encompasses a business park and multiple use zoned area east of I-215 along Antelope Road between Keller Road on the north curving along Mapleton Avenue to the south. It will have two main entrances one on Keller Road and the other from Mapleton Street and Mapleton Avenue. Five traffic signals and street widenings around the site are proposed before the buildout in 2026. Antelope Road from Mapleton Avenue north to Keller will be closed before that, and a planned Keller Road freeway interchange completed in 2020, engineers reported.

The major hospital project when completed, according to the master development plan will include a complete medical services facility.

The facility will have ambulatory care facilities, outpatient medical office clinics and building, urgent care facilities, radiation-oncology services, a central energy plant and a 254 -bed hospital with surface and two parking garages.

While the Kaiser Permanente Murrieta Hospital specific plan amendment (Murrieta Highlands Specific Plan, SP 1) was approved by the council Tuesday, only the first phase development plan for the medical center received council approval. The hospital group will need to submit complete environmental and specific plan reports to the council for each remaining phase including the three and four-story hospital and support buildings. The first phase,

according to engineers, should not affect traffic at the Scott Road/I-215 interchange that remains a concern to neighboring Menifee residents and commuters.

Skyler Dennison, senior land use manager for Kaiser Permanente’s National Facilities Services, at the council meeting said construction on the medical center would begin immediately following the council’s approval of the first phase.

The medical center will include a two-story, 82,756 square foot outpatient medical office building with 438 surface parking spaces at the southeast corner of the project. (Keller and Antelope Roads).

Skyler pointed out the 57 percent of the medical center’s area will be landscaped with the beginning of a walking trail, a large grassy area and trees for the local residents and members to enjoy. The center will be located well away from all the residential homes in the area. Phase one is expected to be completed by next year.

The Kaiser Permanente hospital master plan approval was especially pleasing to 11 of 14 residents making public comment at the council meeting. Faye Wons, a Murrieta resident and no stranger to the city council, expressed her pleasure with the council’s decision saying, “I am more in favor of this. I’m thrilled it is coming here.”

Wons, is a Kaiser Permanente hospital plan member, like a reported 25 percent of all Murrieta residents with hospital plans.

Patrick Ellis, Murrieta Chamber of Commerce president, during the public comment expressed the chambers total support for the project. “It fits in with the economic development of this business corridor…it will bring good jobs to this area and have a positive impact on businesses here. We are looking forward to this project.”

Renee Haynes, a Kaiser Permanente employee, said “It’s an honor to have Kaiser here.” She said he hoped to work at the new hospital because it was near her home.

Marco Bravo, a Murrieta resident said he was a Kaiser member and fully backed the project and was concerned about the low number of hospital beds available in the community and region. The hospital association suggests four hospital beds available per 1,000 people.

In the area, even with the hospitals here, there are less than 2 beds per

thousand.

Alan Kanehi, who lives in the Mapleton Street area, took the podium question the need for another emergency room hospital since the Kaiser plan is within a few miles of Loma Linda University Hospital.

He said if the project is approved he would hope that there would be some traffic mitigation done on Keller first.

Kanehi was one of several other residents of the Mapleton Street area who expressed their concern about the effect the increased traffic the proposed main entrance to the medical center would have on their neighbors.

Amanda Knight who lives on Mapleton Street said she believed all the traffic from the northeast would begin using her street to get to the medical facilities creating a serious safety problem. “I was disappointed by the plan,” she said… “I am very concerned about the children going to school here. There is a school crossing on Mapleton Street. The main entrance should be on Keller Road not Mapleton Road.”

Joshua Knight said he was “neutral” on the hospital plan, but suggested the engineers come up with a plan to mitigate some of the potential heavy traffic coming down Mapleton Street. He said simple directional signs taking people away from Mapleton might be possible.

Kaiser’s Dennison said Kaiser would look into creating some signage to reduce the potential increase traffic on Mapleton and indicated more studies would be forthcoming on the project, addressing the traffic situation.

Other than the questions about traffic control in area most were pleased with the project plans.

Mayor Randon Lane said the city will review any changes to the plan in Phase 2 and to use signage to cut the traffic on Mapleton Avenue and Mapleton Street.

Lane lauding the planning staff’s work on the project said medical service wise “We have come a long way from 2008. Kaiser will offer a lot to the city.” He said Murrieta needs to work more with the Menifee on the traffic impacts of the hospital project since its location is on the city borders.

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Marriage is Messy, taking a stand for building long lasting relationships Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Valentine’s Day is the standard for wine, roses and declarations of true love but beyond the “I do’s” come the rigors and trials of marriage.

“I’ve been married for 33 years, and my husband and I joke that we’ve been happy for 30 of them,” said Julie Reeder, founder of Reeder Media Group, and the new project Marriage is Messy. “We are looking to provide modern tools to help young married people through the hard times by looking to mature married couples who have been together for 50 years or more.”

In an age with Pinterest perfect planned weddings, few young marrieds consider what happens after the honeymoon is over. That was all too true for Julie and her husband Chuck who were nearing divorce after about 15 years of marriage.

“We were at the lowest point in our marriage,” Julie said. “I definitely didn’t feel love for my husband, which made me think it was over and I was ready to divorce him. Secretly I wished God would just take him so I wouldn’t have to.

It was that bad. He was very angry over job changes and neither one of us would leave our four kids. I didn’t know that it was possible to repair the relationship and feel love again for someone after the anger subsided.”

The Reeders talked with a professional counselor who directed them to another man with a gift for marital counseling.

“Len Nair invited us into his home, and after talking with us for about an hour, he shared his belief that if husbands would be good husbands, wives would be good wives, so he was going to work mostly with Chuck,” Julie said.

“His teaching was biblically based, which was important to Chuck, so he pointed out scriptures talking about how ‘husbands are supposed to love their wives even unto death’

and he gave my husband homework for the next week to pray as often as he thought about it, asking God to forgive him for the kind of husband and father he’d been.”

That struck Chuck to the core.

From that moment, he began to change and the Reeder family’s hearts began to heal over the next year. Now, they continue to be proponents of marriage and remind others that when partnered together, a nurtured marriage can survive anything.

Marriage is Messy is coordinated by people who believe in the vows they’ve made. Providing a database of cataloged, organized videos, blog posts, social media tools and more, as well as a documentary feature of couples – married over 50 years – and the No. 1 secrets they share with young couples. One pair is still successfully running a business together into their 70s and 80s.

“The project follows what we’ve seen – that couples are more likely to stay together when they learn the tools to survive and nurture their relationship and have access to supportive advice from elders with successful long-term marriages,” she said.

A documentary series, currently under production and corresponding website supports the project.

The scope includes interviews with counselors, experts and mature couples along with ancillary documentaries of successfully married couples who’ve been married for over 30 years are a culmination of real people and the secrets they employed to keep the fire of their marriages alive, according to Reeder.

“When my husband and I were struggling in our marriage – and by struggling, I mean I was seeking divorce, but truthfully, each of us wished the other would just die – it took one couple to guide us through the rough times into a more mature relationship that was better than ever,” she said. “I’m so glad I didn’t leave. We are best friends and now we just want others to find

their own happily ever after.”

A Kickstarter campaign has been established to draw attention to the project and illuminate the stories, as the Marriage is Messy team is amassing more stories of successful couples. The funds raised will support launching, building and compiling the photos, videos and other resources for the project.

People who pledge to the project will receive their names in the news, credits in the videos, as well as have questions answered, or be able to attend “behind the scenes” video sessions with marriage experts. Higher level project funders can recommend married couples to be considered for video interviews.

“We are looking for married people who have seen it all,” Reeder said. “Couples who have been through the ringer and come out on the other side.”

“Marriage is Messy, and life is messy,” she said. “If you look at our culture, everything is so disposable. Society is all about “selfies” right now. In the dating world, you try someone out for a few months, then go on to the next person, and often people are left feeling used or damaged.”

“This project seeks to help people get through those hard times and use them as a foundation for restoration and growth, rather than giving up and missing out on all the long-term benefits,” said Reeder.

She believes that mature marriages are not destined to be boring, disillusioned, sexless and unhappy. This project, a look at the culture of successful marriage, will provide the tools for families that face some of life’s most difficult challenges.

“The focus of Reeder Media is connecting the community and this project is the core of helping families thrive in their marriages and lives.”

To aid in the Kickstarter Campaign, or to nominate a successful marriage for the Marriage is Messy Campaign, visit bit.ly/MarriageisMessy.

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Tin horses may once again jump over the foothills of Temecula Tony Ault Writer Those unique tin sculptured lifesized horses and mountain goats that greeted motorists on the foothills coming into Temecula on Highway 79 may be gone, but not for long, said renowned metal sculptor Ricardo Breceda.

Breceda, who was evicted from his garden studios at Rancho California Water District’s Vail Lake Resort last year, has set up his new garden

studio on 20-acres of land on the north side of Highway 79, just east of the Stagecoach Inn in Aguanga.

Four long rows of large-sized tin sculptures are now set up on the property where guests and customers are welcome to stop in and take a look. The life-sized Wells Fargo tin sculptured stage and horses that once was erected alongside Highway 79 near the Vail Lake Resort, now greets visitors at the entrance of Breceda’s new garden studio.

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“It won’t be long before I put them on the hills again,” Breceda mused.

They may be a few miles east of the previous location on Highway 79 but still once again in view of passersby. His property includes a small man-made plateau that has been graded with a dirt roadway leading up to the top. It is on top of the plateau he hopes to once again erect some of his horses, mountain goat and dinosaurs along with some other accouterments.

“I want to put some palapas (tent shelters) and picnic tables up there,” he said pointing to the plateau.

“Maybe four or five. I want people to come here free with their kids and enjoy a picnic. There aren’t many places in this world that are free today.”

He has a dream of showing his creations in a park-like atmosphere where everyone can enjoy the day surrounded by the life-sized tin characterizations’ of dinosaurs, mariachis, Greek gods, conquistadores, dragons and you name it.

Breceda, to accomplish his ultimate goal, has some hurdles to jump mainly with Riverside County.

He said he is seeking the necessary county building and land use permits and the approval of his neighbors along Highway 79.

Breceda and his employees work out of a metal yard along Interstate 215 in Perris creating original tin sculptures for his many clients. He will design any tin sculpture, almost any size, for his customers. “All I require from you is a photo or sketch of what you want made and I’ll design a unique sculpture for you.

“I want to bring that here in the future,” Breceda said of his Aguanga property.

Breceda may be contacted at (951) 236-5896 for more information or at www.recardobreceda.com. An illustrated book has been written on Breceda’s life story entitled “Ricardo Breceda, Accidental Artist,” authored by Diana Lindsay. It is published by Sunbelt Publications of San Diego.

Metal Sculptor Ricardo Breceda stands in front of the tin sculptures of a Mariachi band he created that are now on display at his 20-acre property on Highway 79 in Aguanga.

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Lawmaker says Hillary Clinton Menifee denies ranch business license, approves application to indictment ‘long’ overdue detach Valley-Wide Recreation Paul J. Young Writer

RIVERSIDE – A Riverside County lawmaker weighed in Friday, Jan. 29 on the emailgate scandal swirling around Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton, saying she believed it was “long past the time for indictment” of the former secretary of state.

“Everything about my job in the U.S. Navy was classified,” said Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore. “I’d be facing a court martial if I’d handled it like Hillary.”

Melendez, who served as a Russian translator in the Navy, took to Twitter to share her opinion about the ongoing FBI probe into Clinton’s alleged use of a personal email account to send and receive classified information.

The State Department announced today that it would not be releasing 22 emails covering 37 pages for public scrutiny because they contain highly sensitive information.

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“My use of a personal email account was aboveboard and allowed under the State Department’s rules,” she wrote. “Everyone I communicated within government was aware of it. And nothing I ever sent or received was marked classified at the time.”

Critics, including former federal judge and Bush administration Attorney General Michael Mukasey, have suggested that Clinton could be indicted for mishandling classified data or gross negligence by a public official.

“I would argue we have long passed the time for indictment,” Melendez tweeted.

Asked whether she believed the current federal investigation had been hindered for political reasons, the legislator replied, “Sure seems that way. Anyone else would be out of a job if they’d done the same.”

Freedom of Information Act lawsuits pressed by public integrity watchdog Judicial Watch have led to the release of thousands of documents, some of which have been produced under court order.

The suits, which prompted the formation of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Benghazi Committee, were initiated to get a clearer picture of Clinton’s actions during the 2012 terrorist attack on the U.S. embassy in Benghazi, Libya, where four Americans, including the ambassador, were killed.

Jacob Preal Valley News Intern Menifee City Council held a public hearing for an appeal of a Business License Exemption Feb. 3, effectively ruling that ranches are required to obtain a license if they partake in any commercial activity. This includes the boarding of horses that do not belong to the ranch owner. During regular meeting proceedings, the council also requested the Local Agency Formation Commission to consider the detachment of Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District and approved a Joint Use Agreement with Santa Rosa Academy to use Lyle Marsh Park as an additional safe zone in the event of a major emergency.

Wooden Nickel Ranch was established in 1968 as a horse ranch but was since purchased by former city councilman Thomas Fuhrman in 1993. Under Menifee Municipal Code, commercial institutions are required to have active business licenses unless they serve an agricultural purpose “including auxiliary and ancillary uses incidental to the operation of a farm or ranch.” When Fuhrman did not qualify for such an exemption by city ataff, he filed an appeal to the city council Dec. 18.

Ben-Thomas Hamilton, Fuhrman’s attorney, argued that the municipal code clearly exempts any agricultural institution from needing

a business license. He presented the textbook definition of agriculture from “Merriam-Webster Dictionary” to accentuate his point that the raising of livestock is automatically indicative of agricultural use.

Councilman Matthew Liesemeyer asked about the number of horses living on the ranch. There are currently 18 horses, well above the five per acre standard for personal use.

Taking a more advisory role, City Attorney Jeff Melching chimed in to question the arbitrary use of a general definition, rather than a lawful one and focus the main point of the case – “Is horse boarding an agricultural activity?”

The Council would not budge.

Fuhrman himself presented a list of 47 places that board horses in Menifee. “I called eight of them and I would surmise none of them have a C.U.P. to board horses. So in your due diligence, I would like some research done. On your own – because I have done mine – to see the other places that just board horses without a C.U.P.” The Council unanimously approved the motion to deny the appeal.

In regards to the request to LAFCO, the council seldom spoke. The resolution outlined in the agenda would approve an application to LAFCO to detach Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District from the city. This was cause for alarm for Local Attorney Matthew Duarte

who expressed his irritation with documents concerning LAFCO that were “exempt from public disclosure.” He insisted that these are “important issues that the public deserves to know about,” after trying in vain to access information.

“The action of detachment for Valley-Wide is not a city decision.

The resolution that’s on consent tonight is for an application for LAFCO,” explained Mayor Scott Mann, clarifying that the resolution is simply due dilligence. “LAFCO is the governing body that will analyze all the facts, figures, revenues, expenditures, take all the things that we’ve been saying for two years into consideration. And LAFCO will decide if there is a detachment action.”

The unanimous decision to send an application to LAFCO was prompted after a midyear report indicated six months of successful maintenance of west side parks.

Following the Dec. 16 City Council meeting, a notice of intent to adopt the resolution has been sent to LAFCO as of Jan. 4 and the Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission reviewed it Jan. 7. The council has now adopted the resolution.

On a lighter note, Mann, returning from Sacramento, wanted to publicly congratulate Mayor Pro Tem Greg August for his “astonishing” council meeting that lasted only 18 minutes, 39 seconds.

The speedy meeting was held in January.

IDOL from page A-1 “That’s OK, things happen in this life,” she said.

Sanders said that she is continuing to do local shows and coming out with new songs for YouTube, Soundcloud and iTunes.

“I can’t wait to continue gathering experience for the next big thing that rolls around,” she said.

The two girls both survived line of 10 eliminations and group night last week, making it further than any other area contestants in the FOX network show. Hollywood week was tough for Villaranda, who had to scramble to find a new group when her first group left her behind due to creative differences. Sanders had things a bit easier though was still worn down by the “craziness” of it all.

“It was a really crazy and hectic time given that we had three, maybe four minutes to get our group together,” Sanders said. “You don’t know what other people’s styles are.

You don’t know what they sing. You don’t know if their range is different from yours. You have to worry about standing out in the group.”

Once the girls gave their final performances during solo rounds all they could do was wait to learn the judges’ decision on their fate with the show.

“The wait was only a few hours, but those were probably the craziest hours of my life trying to remember back to what seems like a quick flash of the stage, celebrity judges and adrenaline,” Sanders said. “The entire time you just have to reminisce on your time onstage and try to think about whether or not it was enough to make it through.”

Sanders said when she learned that her time on “American Idol” was up, “it was just a little depressing.”

“In the moment you feel like all the time and hard work and emotion you put into the entire journey was taken from you and thrown into a trash can,” she explained. “It took a few times of me repeating in my head that just because this was the end of my American Idol journey, this wasn’t the end of my musical career, only a minor setback or bump in the road.”

Sanders said that despite not making the top 24 for the show, she still walked away with many meaningful lessons learned.

“If I could list off every positive thing that I got out of American Idol, the list would go on forever,” she said. “I met people on this show that I will probably stay friends with for the rest of my life. I met my best friend Anatalia (Villaranda) during Hollywood Week and now we’re basically together 24/7 bonded together by both our passion for music and most of all just our love for being around each other.”

“American Idol” airs Wednesdays and Thursdays on FOX at 8 p.m.

Follow Hannah Sanders on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HannahSandersMusic and Anatalia Villaranda on Facebook at www. facebook.com/anatalia.villaranda.

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Many Murrieta citywide goals reached in 2015 Tony Ault Writer Murrieta City Council expressed its appreciation to city staff Tuesday, Feb. 2, for their work in completing a number of established and new goals made by the council since it last goal setting workshop March 27, 2015.

The sitting council and councils before them since the city was incorporated in 2008, has established a number of goals and sub-goals to reach in regard to improving city residents’ desired living conditions.

The basic goals for the city set in 2008 by the elected representatives according to Assistant City Manager Kim Summers are, “to provide a high level of innovative public safety to the community; aggressively pursue economic development; assure fiscal responsibility; plan, program and create infrastructure development; and coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.”

Each year the presiding city council calls a public hearing for a goal setting workshop where residents can give their input.

Each quarter the elected council calls for an update on the established goals and adds any new goals that will benefit the community in the future.

Summers reviewed each of the goals and sub-goals for the city set last year and highlighted those completed, nearing completion or established and ongoing in each of seven main categories. There are numerous sub-goals under each of the main categories.

Public services In the goal of providing a high level of public safety services, Summers reported since September 2015 the police department now has regional communication with the surrounding cities and county through the station’s radio systems. The fire department has a new Quint (ladder) truck in service and a new deputy fire chief, David Lantzer.

The fire department completed a strategic planning retreat with 21 personnel attending in October 2015 and created a Unified Public Safety Recognition of Promotion Procedure. New hires and those being promoted are presented to the council.

City employee CPR and AED training was provided between October and December 2015.

Economic development Established and ongoing goals to aggressively pursue economic development in Murrieta include

expanding the internship and apprenticeship committee with the Murrieta Valley Unified School District and the Chamber of Commerce. The city is also working with MVUSD and local colleges to promote entrepreneurships in the city. The development of the Murrieta Innovation Center is continuing with Wi-Fi, security and other amenities setup. Centered around the Innovation Center is the creation of a business ecosystem where local business owners help rising entrepreneurs with their businesses.

The economic development staff led by Economic Development Director Bruce Coleman, has been aggressively marketing the city as a top site for business development with some success. The city is establishing a South Business Corridor and North Technology Corridor master plan.

Fiscal Responsibility Helping the city’s goal to assure its fiscal responsibility business license information became available on the city’s website in October 2015. City staff has completed its financial audit and financial statement preparation with no issues reported. Staff is preparing the CAFR to meet the GFOA awards program deadline of Dec. 31, 2016.

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meeting with the Development Advisory Group and the City Clerk’s office has been instrumental in digitizing all its files for easier information searches.

Infrastructure planning and development Since many of the major infrastructure improvements needed in the city take years to plan, sending them out for bids and to build, one completion this quarter was reported. Still many highway and road improvement plans are almost completed or on the drawing boards. Some of these major projects include the Keller Road/I-215 interchange, widening of Murrieta Hot Springs Road from four to six lanes, and the Whitewood Road alignment.

The city did complete the first tot lot replacement program which included with new equipment and resurfacing of Antiqua, Barratt, Century and Montafino Parks.

Work praised “The pace is phenomenal,” Councilman Alan Long said at the end of the goals report. “But, we need to capitalize on our regional assets … and be innovative in police services.”

Councilman Jonathan Ingram also praised the staff’s work in completing many of the goals but also expressed about the police service goals. He asked Police Chief Sean Hadden about the progress in the police department’s planned regional radio system.

“The regional radio system should be completed by this summer,” Hadden responded. “It’s looking really good.” The regional radio system will allow city police to listen in on other police and sheriff’s dispatch calls and respond or be aware of other agency actions in the neighboring communities.

Ingram suggested the city’s police department may be behind in the use of police body cameras and asked what progress was being made in that area.

Hadden said the department has been looking into some innovations for better policing including the use of police body cameras. He indicated there are some legal problems with the use of the shoulder cameras particularly in the human rights area in addition to the systems cost. If the department decides to employ the cameras it could be another year and a half before they are put into use. He said the cost of the system is very high and the recent government decision to discontinue the asset forfeiture program is creating a funding problem for the department.

Hadden indicated the department is losing approximately $1.5 million in asset forfeiture money as a result. “We don’t know if we will ever get that back.”

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Community services The city clerk scanned city historical documents and makes them available online. The Fallen Heroes monument was unveiled on Veterans Day 2015. A customer service survey was created and made available to the public but usage has been minimal. More holiday decorations have been added for the trees in Town Square Park. A half-day supervisors training session was held and monthly educational meetings with supervisors to discuss customer service are being conducted.

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Olivia Hanson, 8, gets ready for a family Mardi Gras parade after constructing a mask and a float at the Temecula Community Recreation Center Feb. 6.

Parker Johnson, 8, helps construct a Mardi Gras themed float during the inaugural Mardi Gras Family Fest at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

Gustavo Poveda prepares to design and construct a Mardi Gras themed float during the inaugural Mardi Gras Family Fest at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

Mina Gray decorates a Mardi Gras themed float for her child during the Mardi Gras Family Fest at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

Children parade around the Temecula Community Recreation Center performing arts room in their Mardi Gras floats.

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Levi Roberts, 5, smiles after receiving beads during the inaugural Mardi Gras Family Fest parade at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

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MURRIETA – Ten-year-old Nate Burns, an Antelope Hills Elementary School student, is already making his mark as a movie producer and director, a dream he had since first grade. His latest film creation, “Super Movie” earned him a first place award in the K-6 category at the Irvine International Film Festival, but it isn’t his first award.

Young Nate Burns, when he was just a first-grader, woke up one morning and ran in to tell his parents he wanted for make a movie. He asked them what he needed to do. His parents, always the encouragers, told him,“Write a script!” So he did.

After writing his script for the “Super Movie” he gathered all his friends and a camera and began filming his first movie while in the second grade. his movie. The movie was about his favorite subject, superheroes.

His cast and crew included Timothy “Teach” Jones as the “President of the United States,” Paul Brumund as the “Mad Scientist,” Emma Burns as the “Mad Scientist’s Assistant,” Faith Edwards as a “Superhero,” Kadin Smith as a “Superhero,” and Nate Burns as the protagonist and of course “Captain of the Superheroes.” Unaware they soon would soon be featured in some international film festivals.

Most of the scenes were shot in Temecula and Murrieta with young Burns actively involved in every aspect of the movie including the screenwriting, directing, acting, editing and postproduction.

“Super Movie” has since screened at the Temecula International Film Festival winning a third place in his age category and another third place award at the award and at the Seattle International Children’s Film Festival.

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Murrieta PD Citizens Academy volunteers meet K-9 Frankie Trevor Montgomery Writer News citizen volunteers from the Murrieta Police Department’s Citizens Academy met with officers from the Traffic Division and K-9 Division on their fourth week of training Saturday, Feb. 3. The Citizens Police Academy was designed with the intention of increasing public awareness and understanding of the Police Department’s operations.

The 11 week Citizens Police Academy is intended for students to gain an overall knowledge of the Murrieta Police Department, its organizational structure and how the department continues to provide nationally-recognized service to the community.

Academy participants are taught by an expert panel of department personnel in the topics of patrol

All citizens over the age of 21, who are in good physical condition and able to sit in a classroom setting, participate in simulation exercises and re-enact tactical scenarios, are encouraged to apply.

Prospective participants for the Citizens Police Academy must live or work in the City of Murrieta. Additionally, those interested must not have any felony convictions, outstanding warrants or pending criminal cases. Interested participants must also successfully complete a background check and interview process.

Anyone interested in attending the Citizens Police Academy or who desire further information, are encouraged to contact Cpl. Matt Mozingo at (951) 461-6323.

Mozingo can also be contact via email at mmozingo@murrieta.org.

tactics, criminal investigations, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), use of police canines, narcotics recognition, crime free multi housing patrol tactics, neighborhood watch responsibilities, familiarization with emergency communications and 911 dispatch operations, traffic enforcement, use of force and other many other law enforcement related fields.

During the nearly three-month long academy, students participate in practical demonstrations, simulations and attend at least one ride-along with a patrol officer during the academy.

Although the subject matter the academy students are taught is similar to that of a traditional police academy, the purpose of the Citizens Academy is strictly for public education and to enhance and foster a strong relationship with the community.

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The board discussed the need to move forward and to start the process of receiving proposals from interested parties on ground leasing both the Vail Lake and Sundance properties that are currently operating under conditional use permits.

The lake is valued by the district due to its ability to recharge the groundwater basin that provides approximately 25 to 40 percent of RCWD’s water supply. This water is significantly less expensive then imported water. The properties are also valued due to their potential as conservation mitigation banks.

Mitigation bank credits can be sold to developers, so the properties they own can be developed and this ensures sensitive areas will be preserved.

Board President William Plummer and Board Member Lisa Herman both expressed support in the document and emphasized the need to listen to the community’s concerns regarding the properties.

“It’s important that fees charged to use the property be affordable to local residents and rate payers” said Herman.

RCWD Board of Directors voted unanimously to accept the property guidance document. With the acceptance of the Guidance Document, RCWD will begin the implementation phase. Based on the boards’ discussion, this phase will begin with soliciting proposals from interested parties in ground leasing and operating the sites.

For more information on the Guidance Document or information on Rancho California Water District go to www.ranchowater.com.

The guidelines on the future development of the Vail Lake and Sundance Properties will be a little less murky due to the approval of the Guidance Document Feb. 3 by the Rancho California Water District. With the approval of the guidance document, residents of the Temecula, Aguanga and Anza areas have a better understanding of what might occur at each site.

At the public board of directors meeting held Feb. 3, Chief Engineer of RCWD, Andrew Webster highlighted the important facts of the document through a power point presentation. Webster has been charged with the job of developing the comprehensive plan for the district, which included public scoping meetings. After the presentation the public was invited to speak and five community members shared their opinions on the documents.

Local Equestrian Ken Leach said the guidance document was fair and proposed solutions to keep Butterfield Canyon trail open to hikers and equestrians with modified usage. This historical trail has been used by local equestrians for many years and was used when Historical Vail Ranch was in operation in the late 1800s. The district has earmarked this trail for special access requirements, due to its nature.

After the public comment period the RCWD board members discussed concerns and asked questions to clarify their understanding of the document.

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In late March, a shepherd leading a herd of sheep will graze the nearly 400-acre meadow which will organically improve the health of the meadow and its soil.

MEADOWVIEW from page A-1 years, changes have come slower in Meadowview, a bucolic area known for its white slat fences and lot sizes of approximately an acre.

Temecula was little more than a dusty outpost following World War II. Until it was sold for development in 1964 for $23 million, the 87,500acre Vail Ranch, which stretched from Vail Lake to the Santa Rosa Plateau, dominated the region.

At the time of the ranch sale, Temecula consisted of a few Old Town streets surrounded by ranch land and, at a distance, the Pechanga Indian reservation.

Over the next two decades, a succession of developers crafted a growth plan for the new community they had dubbed “Rancho California.” As that unfolded, a ribbon of concrete and steel was taking shape as Interstate 15.

Meadowview, which blankets 1,175 acres, was one of the first developments to spring up. The project was approved by Riverside County in 1969, and homes began to pop up alongside a ring road. An open space was set aside in the core of the community for hikers, bikers and equestrians.

A windmill and a water tank – remnants of the vast Vail Ranch holdings – still anchor a corner of

the meadow. Decomposed granite was used to create 11 trails with such names as Muscle Hill, Over the Hill, Coyote Trail, Bunny Trail and Barking Dog Trail. The shortest trail takes 10 minutes to transverse. The longest takes about an hour.

The pace of home building had quickened in Meadowview by the time Temecula became a city in December 1989 with about 27,000 residents. The fledgling city quickly staked out a position as a retailing and jobs hub. It maintained that regional dominance as it attracted additional car dealers, shopping centers and an Indian resort and casino.

Finally, a regional mall was built just west of Meadowview. The number of stores multiplied in and around the mall, and it now has its own parking structure.

Over this period, the city’s population has swelled to nearly 110,000. It is expected to peak at about 150,000 residents once all the vacant tracts within the city are developed. The 30-square-mile city maintains 302 miles of roads and features 39 parks, two museums, two recreation centers, a community theater and a senior center.

Meadowview has been home to many of the area’s movers and shakers.

Pat Birdsall, who was elected to the first City Council, lived in

An equestrian walks her horse on a trail near the western entrance of the Meadowview community in Temecula.

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Meadowview. She became the city’s first female mayor in 1992, left the council for a few years and then was appointed to fill a vacant seat in July 1995.

Birdsall was 69 when she died in August 2006 of heart failure associated with the breathing disease that she had suffered for years. She died shortly before a sports park that was named in her honor opened to the public.

Ron Roberts, a five-term councilman and mayor, moved to Meadowview as Temecula was on the brink of incorporation. Roberts did not opt to run for re-election more than a year ago, which ended his 25-year stint in local government.

The Temecula library along Pauba Road now bears his name.

Two current office holders who live in Meadowview – Chuck Washington and John Hoagland – attended the Jan. 23 Meadow Day event.

In March, Washington was tapped

by Gov. Jerry Brown to fill a vacant seat on the county Board of Supervisors. Washington has the distinction of being the only person to be alternately elected to the Murrieta and Temecula city councils. He is also the first African-American to ever serve on either council as well as the countywide board.

Hoagland, a civil engineer, was elected to the Rancho California Water District board in 2001. He was subsequently re-elected three times, and has served three terms as the board president.

Meadowview generated headlines in 1998, which is when a group headed by John Harkey, a homeowners’ association leader, drew up plans calling for a golf course to blanket much of the meadow area.

The course was seen as a way to offset a portion of residents’ association dues, and it eventu-

The quiet community of Meadowview was established in 1969 and has grown to a neighborhood of 900-homes that surround a natural meadow.

ally won widespread support among Meadowview homeowners. But the plan stalled as demand for new golf courses waned in the region.

As the golf course plan faded, residents had to again grapple with the challenges of protecting homes from wildfires that could originate in the meadow or quickly spread there if embers traveled from a nearby blaze.

The association typically relied on tractors that used discs or mowers.

Community leaders subsequently became concerned that those methods were causing soil erosion and the loss of native plant, bird, wildlife and insect habitats.

Those concerns fueled the 2006 creation of Meadowview’s Seeing Green Committee, which began to research and implement ways to improve the meadow’s health. The idea of using sheep to eat weeds and brush took hold as steps unfolded to reintroduce and protect native plants.

The committee reports to the association board, and it has initiated an “Adopt an Oak” program in which residents donate $35 to sponsor a tree. The effort has led to the planting of nearly 30 oak trees, which were augmented by another 13 planted by community Eagle Scouts. The natural propagation of existing oak trees has pushed the meadow’s total oak count to nearly 70.

The effort has tapped a $25,000 grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Partners for Fish and Wildlife program. Those funds have been used for a range of restoration projects that includes a demonstration garden, the planting of native seed test plots and the installation of 47 artificial burrowing owl boxes.

An old windmill stands at the western corner of the meadow at the community of Meadowview in Temecula.

It is also in line for another $33,000 grant that will target stream restoration and other work.

The sheep grazing is a key segment of the effort. The sheep are expected to arrive in late March. They will be moved from one “paddock” area to another, and residents will be asked to keep their dogs on leashes when they walk in the meadow. The grazing process will take almost two months.

Besides getting rid of weeds, the sheep have hooves that grind their feces into the soil, a process which adds nutrients that aid future plant growth.

“We’re trying to work to grow our meadow and soil health, said Teri Biancardi, a homeowners’ association director who helped organize the recent workshop.

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What’s with all the goats?

Kim Harris Managing Editor Most days I feel like I live in a bustling metropolis, complete with traffic, shopping, nightlife and classy restaurants. But, lately there has been an influx of animal stories running in Valley News that reminds me, while the area offers me the opportunity to meet my every whim, we still live in a fairly rural area. From Disneyland goats to horse rescues to animals being used as a form a weed abatement, one just needs to stop and look around to see that the area we live in is full of diversity.

Every spring and fall near my

house, a farmer brings in a herd of sheep, complete with shepherds and sheepdogs to keep the grass from growing too high over near the French Valley Airport. A couple of months back, I saw the same herd – or what I think was the same herd – grazing down by the Murrieta Triangle. This week, Staff Writer Tim O’Leary submitted a story on Temecula’s Meadowview tract swapping out golf for goats – and sheep as the case may be – and I was reminded of why I love living here so much.

You see, I was raised on a sheep farm in West Central Minnesota, Hawick (population 82 at the time) to be exact. When I was growing

up, we had our obligatory herd of sheep, a few goats, lots of chickens, horses and every year we raised two pigs that my mother always named Petunia and Porky. Since we raised them as a food source, my father, sisters and I called them Ham and Bacon much to mom’s displeasure.

As a matter of fact, the year we got two geese, Gertie and Gracie, we took our joking one step further and called them Christmas and Thanksgiving. My mom was mortified.

Good times in the Olson household for sure.

Growing up on a farm taught me much about hard work and dedication. We were up with the sun and in

some instances before it, feeding the animals, gathering eggs and turning the sheep loose to the “back 40” to graze. We cleaned the chicken coop, sheared sheep, baled hay and even butchered chickens a couple of times a year. So, seeing those animals grazing throughout the Temecula Valley and surrounding areas always brings back fond memories for me, reminding me that the area we live in has so much more to offer than shopping and dining.

The area here is rich in diversity, something I didn’t see much of growing up in a rural community.

We have people of so many different ethnicities and backgrounds; we

have blue collar, white collar and no collar types in our little slice of heaven and it all makes life so interesting to me to see everyone, from all backgrounds living together in harmony. Since leaving the farm in Minnesota 30 plus years ago, I have learned so much more about what this great big world has to offer and living here has only served to remind me of how wonderful of a place this is that I call home.

So while I love seeing all of the agriculture and livestock in the area and reliving the fond memories of my childhood on the farm, I wouldn’t trade my home in the valley for all of the goats in the world.

wins and who loses?

I favor an outsider – and Trump could be called an outsider except for the fact that he has been buying politicians ever since he inherited daddy’s millions. However, I think that the very least we should demand of anyone seeking to become president of the United States is honesty.

The ethanol issue alone shows you which candidate is honest and which one is not.

Also, Trump is preferred by the Washington establishment over Cruz. Why? Because they think – no, they know – they can “work” with him. This is what’s wrong with Washington. Too many elected representatives go to Washington and then sell their souls in the back room to stay in power. They are afraid to rock the boat.

This boat, the ship of state, is sinking, and we need someone who will rock it. That is why so many people have lined up behind Donald Trump.

He is outspoken. However, he has proven he is willing to say anything to get elected.

Ted Cruz is one of only a handful of politicians who, once elected, has stayed true to his principles. That is why he will not win any popularity contests with his colleagues in Congress. That is why he was handed a victory by the thoughtful people of Iowa.

Unfortunately, Cruz’s victory was tarnished by the actions of some of his supporters who were telling voters that Ben Carson had suspended his campaign.

Cruz was quick to apologize. He would do well to keep the good doctor on his speed dial. There isn’t a dime’s worth of difference between these two men. Either would make a great president.

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

The best news out of Iowa Jane Chastain Columnist The best news out of Iowa is not that Ted Cruz won or that Donald Trump’s political gamble of skipping the last debate, like a sulking child, likely cost him a win there.

It’s not that the long-predicted surge of Marco Rubio finally happened.

No, the best news out of Iowa is that a candidate who had the courage to boldly proclaim his opposition to federal mandates and subsidies for ethanol – which comes from corn, the top crop in the state – actually won there.

Be it Ted Cruz or Joe Blow, it turned the conventional political wisdom on its head. It proves that you don’t have to pander to get elected. If you are willing to make the case that these government handouts keep you under the thumb of Washington and wind up hurting everyone, eventually enough reasonable people will listen.

And listen they did because Cruz not only was the winner of the Iowa

Caucus, he did it with the help of voters in Kossuth County, the biggest corn-producing county in the state.

Yes, Iowa’s 4th Congressional District – which is an ethanol-industry stronghold – was overwhelmingly for Cruz.

It also showed voters who were paying attention that billionaire celebrity Donald Trump is just another loudmouth bully who can’t be trusted. Trump told Iowa voters, “He (Cruz) will destroy your ethanol business 100 percent.” In a bit of faked compassion, Trump added, “And look, I’m not really blaming him because he’s financed by oil people. The oil people don’t want ethanol, it’s very simple.”

Last summer Trump answered a questionnaire from a political action committee backed by the Koch brothers that he was against all subsidies, a position the Kochs favor.

However, the chameleon quickly changed his tune while campaigning in Iowa’s farm country.

As for the oil industry, it also has a big problem with Cruz’s ethanol

stance. As the Texas senator eagerly explained in the last debate, and to anyone who would listen, he is also against the EPA’s “blend wall,” which puts a limit on the amount of ethanol that can be added to gasoline. Cruz, who really is against all subsidies, makes a compelling case that the government should not be in the business of picking winners and losers. By getting rid of the mandates and subsidies, along with the blend wall, ethanol’s market could be expanded by 60 percent.

Subsidies are used by politicians of all stripes to pander to voters and rake in the big bucks from lobbyists.

In the end, these subsidies drive up the national debt as well as the cost to consumers. Subsidies kick the tires out from under the free market.

In addition to the tug-of-war between lobbyists hired by the corn and oil industries, what about the tugof-war between the corn and sugar lobbyists? It’s what drives the price war between sugar and high fructose corn syrup. Why not level the playing field and let consumers decide who

Innovations in health care in California Marie Waldron Special to Valley News Ensuring the availability of high quality health care, especially for those suffering from chronic diseases, is one of my top priorities in Sacramento. Consequently, I was deeply honored to receive the 2015 Life Sciences Champion Award from the California Life Sciences Association and another recent award naming me the California Chronic Care Coalition’s Legislator of the Year.

As a member of the Assembly Health Committee, I am working to open up access for new innova-

tive treatments, cures and therapies that directly impact the lives of thousands of Californians. Since joining the Legislature in 2012, I have also authored a number of bills dealing with chronic diseases, including bills that would heighten public awareness of hepatitis, expedite the appeals process for newly prescribed epilepsy drugs and require that Medi-Cal benefits cover the cost of drugs prescribed for seriously ill individuals.

With its huge economic impact on our state and region, ensuring that California maintains its pivotal role as a center for life sciences research is vitally important for

continuing medical advances that will improve healthcare and quality of life throughout the world.

While exciting new discoveries and therapies hold great potential for patients, we must ease the transition from innovation to the bedside.

These awards highlight the need to provide quality medical care for chronically ill patients and developing paradigms for access, cost efficiencies and patient outcomes. While receiving these awards was especially humbling, I look forward to continuing to do my small part to improve health care for all.

Assemblymember Marie Waldron receives the California Life Sciences Champion Award Feb. 3.

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Pets Woman works to save dog after car accident leaves her in need of surgery Bryce Checile Valley News Intern When Judy Pesqueria rescued a dog from Tijuana, Mexico last week, she knew that it was badly injured but had no idea that it had been struck by a car.

Blondie, or Guera in Spanish, was rescued Feb. 4 along with her litter of six puppies. Pesqueria had no idea of the extent of Blondie’s injuries when she rescued her. It was clear the 2-year old lab mix was malnourished and badly beaten up, but it wasn’t until later that Pesqueira learned Blondie was stuck by a car, leaving her with a badly broken leg. The veterinarian who did the original job only stitched Blondie up after putting the broken bone in place.

Blondie needs surgery immediately. Because of her injuries, she cannot walk around the house with-

out assistance and prefers to stand because the pain of lying down is too unbearable. The pain medication she takes interferes with her nursing, leaving six hungry puppies without a mother to feed from.

Pesqueria believes that they may even have to amputate Blondie’s leg if she doesn’t receive the surgery soon.

Without the surgery, Blondie will forever be in rescue and never have her own home, requiring some form of assistance for the rest of her life.

The surgery Blondie requires needs will cost thousands of dollars, but this kind of surgery is common among rescues. This poses a huge obstacle for rescuers like Pesqueria when they rescue dogs from Tijuana, because the surgeries they need costs loads of money that they could not possibly afford alone.

Pesqueria works with her partner in San Diego, Negar Mirgoli, to res-

cue dogs like Blondie from Tijuana.

Pesqueria said one the most difficult obstacles they run into while rescuing dogs from Tijuana are diseases, which can worsen their conditions.

“We have to be careful when we cross borders, because there’s a lot more diseases for these dogs down south than what we get here in America.”

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Dining in the Valley Wine and Chocolate Decadence – a perfect pairing at Pechanga Resort & Casino

Pechanga Resort and Casino invites all to celebrate Inland Valley Habitat for Humanity with their eighth annual Chocolate Decadence, Pechanga Wine Festival events this February.

Mousses, and flourless cakes with chocolate accents will also be on hand during the Chocolate Decadence and Wine Festival event at Pechanga Resort and Casino.

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n this, the season of romance, there is no better way to show love than with the gifts of wine and chocolate. The Temecula, California region is rich with culinary flavors, from fine dining and sweet confections to award winning wineries that compliment them.

Pechanga Resort and Casino’s eighth annual Wine Festival and Chocolate Decadence event, held Feb. 26-27 is in support of the Inland Valley Habitat for Humanity.

“Proceeds from the Chocolate Decadence and the Pechanga Wine Festival supports Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley’s Brush with Kindness program, to provide much needed home repairs to senior citizens and those no longer able to do such work themselves,” Pechanga Resort and Casino Public Relations Manager Ciara Green said.

The two weekend events – Chocolate Decadence Friday, and the Pechanga Wine Festival Saturday, are the perfect pairing for an organization that helps facilitate the dream of homeownership, and improves conditions for those in the Inland Valley communities.

Friends will gather for the eighth annual Chocolate Decadence, Pechanga Wine Festival.

A pastry delight, this tart with jade chocolate rings will be available for tasting.

The Red Velvet Cupcake is one of Pechanga Resort and Casino Pastry Chef’s favorite creations.

“Visitors will sample some of the culinary creations that have brought Pechanga multiple awards, served in bite sized portions.”

The event runs from 7 to 10 p.m. and is $55 per person. Ticket holders will receive a souvenir wineglass, unlimited two-ounce samples of wine and spirits, and chocolate and confection tastings throughout the evening.

Visitors will sample some of the culinary creations that have brought Pechanga multiple awards, served in bite sized portions. Pechanga’s famed pastry chefs will prepare treats, such as their red velvet

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cakes, tarts with jade chocolate rings, and white chocolate marshmallow cupcakes. Flourless cakes with chocolate bites, mousses and other delectable treats are also on the menu. As always, the Chocolate Decadence and the follow-up evening of the Wine Festival, are best when enjoyed together. It’s the perfect time for guests – even Temecula locals – to spend the weekend at Pechanga Resort and Casino’s facility.

At Chocolate Decadence, on Friday, Feb. 26, ticket holders will enjoy hundreds of wine varieties, sweet and savory chocolate confections, gourmet food samples from Pechanga Resort and Casino’s restaurants, live music. A silent auction to benefit Inland Valley Habitat for Humanity will also be held during the Friday event.

“More than 30 wine varietals will be served at the Chocolate Decadence event that have been shown to masterfully partner with chocolate and other sweet desserts,” Green said. “VIP ticket holders can enter the event early – at 5:30 p.m. and will enjoy fruit and cheese plates, passed hors d’oeuvres and an upgraded souvenir wineglass.”

Wineries on hand include local

as well as northern California vineyards. There is a discount for Red or Platinum Players Card members, of up to 25 percent a ticket.

Vendors at the event include 14 Hands, 7 Deadly Zins, Banfi Vintners, Bel Vino Winery, Brady’s, Callaway Vineyard & Winery, Canvasback Red Mountain, Castle Brands, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Crest, Decoy Sonoma County, Duckhorn Vineyards, Earthquake, Europa Village, Falkner Winery, Freakshow, Gosling’s, Gozio, Jackson Family Wines, Jefferson’s, Kalifornia Distilleries, Michael David Winery, Migration Russian River, Monte De Oro Winery, Pallini, Paraduxx, Petite Petit, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, and Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyards.

Designated driver tickets, for those who wish to partake of the sweet treats and see others safely home, are available for $30 each.

“Friday’s event is about the desserts, and 21,000-square-feet inside Pechanga Resort and Casino’s Grand Ballroom,” Green said. “In typical Pechanga fashion, the room will be ornately decorated with lights, draper and flare. “Tables and booths will be set for visitors to

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Saturday, Feb. 27, wine enthusiasts are invited to return for the eighth annual Pechanga Wine Festival from 1 to 5 p.m.

“Tickets to this unforgettable event are $65 each, and include a souvenir wineglass, unlimited twoounce samples of wine and spirits, gourmet food and dessert samples from Pechanga chefs, and acclaimed chefs from the Temecula Valley, as well as live music and the silent auction to benefit Inland Valley Habitat for Humanity,” Green said.

Saturday’s event will include wines from Temecula Valley, Central California, Napa and Sonoma counties, as well as the Pacific Northwest and international winemaking regions.

“Both Friday and Saturday nights, we will feature a silent auction with prizes including getaway stays, golf outings, sports memorabilia, fine wine and much more,” Green said.

Pechanga Resort and Casino’s eighth annual Wine Festival and Chocolate Decadence event, is held Feb. 26-27. For more information on the event, or to purchase tickets, visit www.Pechanga.com. For more information about Inland Valley Habitat for Humanity, visit www. habitativ.org.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS KIDS AND TEENS: Feb. 12 – 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. KIDS ONLY CLUB: Valentine Party Time.

Kids, let your parents have a romantic (ew!) night to themselves while you come and have some fun with Professor Pennypickles! Fee: $15/ child; must be 5-10 years old. This will be a lock-in event and children will need to be pre-registered. For more information, visit: www. pennypickles.org, or call (951) 3086376.

Feb. 13 – 12:30-2 p.m. Unveiling a New Invention! Be sure to join in on the fun as the Children’s Museum unveils Professor Pennypickle’s new exhibit- the Ever-So-BrightColor-Creator (or simply known as the EVERBRIGHT). There will be refreshments, surprises and a meet and greet with the inventor, Pennypickle’s esteemed scientist friend, Dr. Alan Rorie. Pennypickle’s Workshop is located at 42081 Main St. Temecula and will be the first public installation in the world of this amazing new toy. Cost: $15 per person over age of 2. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

Feb. 14 – All day. Pennypickle’s Sweetheart Birthday Bash. It’s Professor Pennypickles birthday and his assistants and Beaker are throwing him a party – and YOU are invited!

Lots of fun and surprises throughout the day. $5/person (ages 2 and up).

For more information, visit: www. pennypickles.org, or call (951) 3086376.

Feb. 15 – Monday Madness at Professor Pennypickle’s Children’s Museum, 42081 Main St, Temecula.

All sessions are open. Cost: $5 per person. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 12 – 8-10 p.m. Quattrosound presented by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Quattrosound music takes you from harmonies and lyrics to rhythms. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 12 – 8 p.m. Comedy at the Merc. Hilarity ensues! Laugh and

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

Feb. 13 – 7 p.m. Speakeasy at the Merc presents live Traditional Jazz of the 20s-40s. Performances feature Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter, in rotation with prominent Southern California Traditional Jazz artists at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 14 – 2 – 5 p.m. That’s Italian: A Tribute to the Great Italian Singers and Songwriters presented by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Enjoy tributes to famous midcentury era Italian entertainers such as Dean Martin, Louis Prima, Mario Lanza, and, of course, Frank Sinatra. Backed by conductor Jeff Stover and his All Star Big Band, Frank Disalvo and Mike Costley bring back the classic Italian songs, love ballads, and personalities with a show full of singing, humor and camaraderie, leaving audiences thoroughly entertained.

Feb. 16 – 7 p.m. danceXchange a t t h e O l d To w n Te m e c u l a Community Theater, 42051 Main St. danceXchange is a monthly showcase presented in various settings at the theater to bring the local dance community together in celebration of varied and eclectic dance community and all it has to offer. No audition is necessary. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

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Feb. 18-21 and 25-28 – 2 and 7:30 p.m. Cheaper by the Dozen will be at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Sunday performances will be at 2 p.m. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Feb. 13 – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 4th Annual Sweetheart Car Show at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 44651 Avenida de Missiones.

Car enthusiasts are invited to see a variety of classic and custom cars and street rods, enjoy food and enter a raffle. Pet friendly show, music, entertainment and more. Information: (951) 302-4566.

Feb. 13-14 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FREE Electronic Waste Recycling Event hosted by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce located at the Temecula Promenade’s parking lot. Electronic Waste includes: most electronics or electric appliances with a cord or circuit board, which includes: computer monitors, television sets, printers, laptops, copiers, scanners, fax machines, toner cartridges, etc.

There will be $5 service charge for microwave ovens and refrigerators, washer and dryers, fluorescent light bulbs, and household batteries will not be accepted. For more information, call: (951) 676-5090.

Feb. 13-14 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free E-Waste Collection for the City of Murrieta will be held at Target parking lot (Cal Oaks Plaza) 41040 California Oaks Rd. Murrieta. Help get rid of E-Waste and avoid using landfills.

Proceeds benefit camp scholarships for at-risk kids. Information: Community Outreach (951) 698-7650 or www.communityoutreachministry. org.

Feb. 13-14 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FREE Electronic Waste Recycling Event hosted by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce located at the Temecula Promenade’s parking lot. Electronic Waste includes: most electronics or electric appliances with a cord or circuit board, which includes: computer monitors, television sets, printers, laptops, copiers, scanners, fax machines, toner cartridges, etc.

There will be $5 service charge for microwave ovens and refrigerators, washer and dryers, fluorescent light bulbs, and household batteries will not be accepted. For more information, call: (951) 676-5090.

Feb. 19 – 6 to 10 p.m. Casino Royal –Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Extravaganza Celebration will be at Doffo Winery, 36083 Summitville St. Temecula.

Appetizers, dessert, drink, funny money, DJ, raffles and more!

Information and Reservations: (951) 672-1991.

Feb. 19 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Imani Temple Christian Center Youth Choir will be at the Chapel of Memories next to the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes St. Traditional Spiritual Hymns and contemporary

gospel music. This is a free event open to the public. Information: (951) 694-6450 or historymuseum@ cityoftemecula.org.

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

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

Now – Professional Clothing Drive presented by the Salvation Army Riverside County Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program. The Salvation Army is looking for unwanted dress shoes or suit jackets to help the men of the Salvation Army A.R.C. Program better their life. Make donations at any chamber office or the Storm Stadium and receive one free ticket to a Monday or Tuesday game at Storm Stadium. Information: Eilyn (951) 940-5790, ext.115 or Eric (951) 2454487, ext. 218.

Now – MSJC has Occupational Internships available through its Career and Technical Education Department. Students can gain “handson” experience in their field, reinforce learning and make connections with industry. See what opportunities are currently available for the fall 2015 semester. Information: Matthew (951) 639-5437 or mleyden@msjc.edu.

Now – FTAspay is a local nonprofit spay-neuter assistance organization.

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

Now – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 6th St. Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write yours! Information: (951) 6946464.

Feb. 11 – 1-3 p.m. Lake Elsinore Genealogical Society (LEGS) to host their monthly meeting at Mission Trail Community Library, 34303 Mission Trail, Wildomar. This is a free information meeting with S. Michael Altmyer with the Hemet Family History Center. Information: Yoly at yolyatlegs@gmail.com.

Feb. 12 – 6 p.m. Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly (MTRA) will hold their monthly dinner meeting at Temecula City Hall’s Conference Center, 41000 Main St. Temecula.

Guest speaker Howard Hyde will cover the topic “Escape from Berkeley: An Ex-liberal Progressive Socialist’s Warning and Advice for America.” Non-member cost: $20 per person. RSVP to contactus@MTRA.com or Information: Bob (951) 600-7370.

Feb. 16 – 10:30 a.m. Temecula Valley Republican Women Federated (TVRWF) Luncheon meeting will be held at Wilson Creek Winery with guest speaker, Congressman Ken Calvert. RSVP by Feb. 9 to soarforamerica@gmail.com Information: www.tvrwf.org.

Feb. 17 – 6 p.m. NAMI Temecula Valley Mental Health Forum will meet at the Assistance League, 28720 Via Montezuma, Tenmecula. Guest speaker Dr. Steven Galarza, Medical Director for Loma Linda University Behavorial Medicine Center will speak on the topic of Depression, Anxiety and Personality Disorders.

Information: (951) 672-2089 or info@ namitv.org.

Feb. 18 – 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

First Annual G.O.A.L luncheon hosted by the City of Temecula and you are invited to have lunch with the Mayor. G.O.A.L. Luncheon Giving Opportunities to All…The Temecula Way! “An initiative among employment and training programs to effectively build community partnership to better serve individuals and disabilities and improve employment outcomes.” RSVP: Yvettemartinez@cityoftemecula.org or (951) 693-3902. This event will be held at the Temecula Civic Center Conference Room, 41000 Main St. Temecula.

Feb. 18 – 9-11 a.m. IE SBDC Workshop – Get Your Business Online at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange, 43200 Business Park Dr. Temecula. Join in for this 3 part interactive workshop that includes webinar presentations and hands on Q & A to help you increase your online presence. Register by phone: (951) 781-2345, or online at www. iesmallbusiness.com.

Feb. 18 – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

EWDC Luncheon – How to Create a Marketing Plan by Watermark Associates at the Diamond Club, 500 Diamond Dr. Lake Elsinore. This monthly luncheon provides members of the business and civic communities the opportunity to network and keep up to date on current issues and events that affect the valley. Tickets and Information: Michelle (951) 245-8848 or michelle@lakeelsinorechamber. com.

Feb. 26 and 27 –7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. MSJC Announces FREE Tours to Local Universities. All tours are free and open to the public and will provide a great opportunity to meet staff and different departments.

Please bring your own lunch. Feb. 26 UC Riverside. Feb. 27 CSU San Bernadino. If you would like to attend any of the tours please contact the Career/Transfer Center to sign up.

Information: Jessica Rodriquez (951) 639-5285 or jrodriquez@msjc.edu.

Feb. 20 – Gallery Night XIV at The Dial, 27575 Commerce Center Dr. Suite 105, Temecula. Support local artists!!Cost: $5 entrance fee.

Information: Vania (951) 239-9026.

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Entertainment

Wildomar Elks presents American Indian Art WILDOMAR – Anderson Americana Indian Shows and the Lake Elsinore Wildomar Elks Lodge will bring authentic Southwest Native American arts to the public Feb. 27-28.

With thousands of items for sale, from turquoise jewelry to Navajo rugs, the Anderson’s Americana Indian Show is perhaps the largest event of its kind to be found in Southern California.

The Elks lodge will be providing a variety of tasty foods for a modest fee; proceeds help to support work the Elks do for the local community.

Americana Indian Shows had its beginning in 1947 when founder Lee Anderson attended school on the Navajo reservation and worked after school and weekends for his uncle at the family’s Sanders, Arizona trading post. This cultivated a passion and respect for Native American art and culture that inspired Lee to pursue his dream of bringing Indian art to the public

to help support artists and their families.

In 1966 Lee and his two brothers began selling Navajo weavings on a small scale at local flea markets and events in Tucson, while Lee was stationed at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. As sales grew, the brothers expanded inventory to include jewelry and other Indian arts; with their success came the founding of Americana Indian Shows in 1968.

Eventually the brothers focused exclusively on conducting shows and sales nationwide.

Today that tradition continues with the next generation of Andersons. The shows, more than 25 a year around the country, feature an inventory of thousands of Native American made items from Arizona and New Mexico including turquoise jewelry, kachinas, baskets, sand paintings, pottery, Navajo rugs and more. Visitors can shop for works created by Native American artists from the Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, Santo Domingo and

more.

Admission is free. The Elks lodge is located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. For more information call (928) 606-2972 or visit www.americana.net.

Authentic Southwest Native American arts will be available for purchase during a special show at Wildomar Elks Lodge Feb. 27-28.

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Ten ways to make the most of your Valentine’s Day in 2016 Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer This Valentine’s Day, whether you are looking to pamper yourself, enjoy time with your family or find the perfect place to go out to dinner, we’ve compiled a perfect list for you. Designed for any age, from getting ready for your big date to eloping in an elegant fashion, here are some ways to enjoy your Valentine’s Day – whether it’s your family, or just with the one you love.

Getting Ready: Young’s Nail Spa – Temecula Spend some quality pamper time getting ready for your big Valentine’s date or meet a friend at Young Diep Nail Spa. Receive the royal treatment. Inner peace, outer beauty is owner Young Diep’s motto.

“This Valentine’s Day, our clients can enjoy 20-percent off our gel manicure and 50-percent off our hour long Signature Pedicure,” Young Diep said. Make your appointment today.

Young’s Nail Spa is located: 40573 Margarita Road, Ste. H in Temecula. Call: (951) 239-5592.

Tween sweet treats: Bahama Bucks--Temecula Bahama Bucks is an ideal spot to spend Valentine’s Day with your child or tween. With shaved ice and delicious Valentine’s inspired flavors, two locations in Temecula Valley, don’t forget to drop

by Bahama Bucks to enjoy these signature flavors, such as Love a Lada layered fruit smoothie, and the Ghirardelli Chocolate Sno – both available for a limited time.

Come, enjoy your frozen Sno treat, and stay to play games offered at both locations.

Located in South Temecula: 32475 Temecula Parkway, Ste 104 and also in the Promenade Temecula Bel Vilaggio shopping center.

Valentine’s Day on Wheels: EPIC Rollertainment—Murrieta Take your sweetie around the rink at EPIC Rollertainment on

Valentine’s Day. Enjoy open skates all day long Feb. 14, starting at 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. Another great place to enjoy an outing with the family, EPIC Rollertainment is located at 39809 Avenida Acacias in Murrieta. Call: (951) 226-0602 or visit them online at www.EpicRollertainment.com for more information.

Valentine’s Dinner for the Ages: Provecho Grill—Menifee There is no better place to enjoy a fun family gathering—or romantic dinner with some of Southwest Riverside’s favorite Mexican food.

Owner and award winning chef Rosie O’Connor delivers with Provecho’s Valentine’s Day menu.

Provecho offers a $45 dinner for two with a prix fixe menu, your choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert. Try the steak and cilantro empanadas, and Shrimp Veracruz, with the Banana Caramel Xango for dessert—and you can thank us later.

Visit Provecho Grill in Menifee, 26862 Cherry Hills Boulevard in Menifee. Call ahead for reservations, (951) 246-3200.

Most Romantic Places in Temecula Valley Wine Country Whether you are looking for romantic weekend getaways or fine dining among the vines, Temecula Valley Wine Country offers a plethora of unique and romantic treats for lovers this Valentine’s Day. South Coast Winery One of Temecula Valley Wine Country’s favorite resorts, there are still reservations available as of press time at this beautiful Disneyland for adults in Temecula Valley Wine Country. Visit their website for exclusive packages, such as the “Romantic Getaway for Two,” the “Start the Day Special” spa treatment at the Grapeseed Spa or if you’re ready for a grand romantic leap, the “Will You Marry Me” proposal package. Dinner reservations at Vineyard Rose Restaurant are available for guests of the hotel

only, as of press time.

Call ahead or research online. As always, advance reservations are recommended.

South Coast Winery is located at: 34843 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Call: (951) 587-9463, or find them online at www.SouthCoastWinery.com.

crafted and restored automobiles.

Visit the annual Sweetheart Car Show Saturday, Feb. 13, in advance of Valentine’s Day. St. Thomas of Canterbury Temecula Episcopal Church is located at 44651 Avenida de Missiones in Temecula. Call for information: (951) 302-4560.

Mount Palomar Winery’s Annata Bistro/Bar Enjoy a four course meal with one of Temecula Valley Wine Country’s most stellar views.

Watch the sun set from the sprawling 300-acre estate of Mount Palomar Winery. Enjoy a delectable four course meal, and bottle of wine for each table. From appetizers to dessert, Chef Luna has prepared a treat for the senses. Advanced reservations are recommended.

Find Annata Bistro/Bar 33820 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Call ahead: (800) 854-5177.

Find them online at www.MountPalomarWinery.com.

Take a Romantic Hike: Santa Rosa Plateau With Valentine’s Day on a Sunday in 2016, there is no better time to hop in the car and drive to the Santa Rosa Plateau. The 9,000-acre county park showcases the both the history of Southwest Riverside County, as well as the unspoiled wilderness and wildland creatures.

Look for mule deer, tortoises, bobcats, rare birds and more.

The Vernal Pools are full of water with the recent storms, and wildlife

Romantic Horseback Ride through the Vines through Wilson Creek Winery A couple’s Ride and Wine package gives lovers a whole new perspective of Temecula Valley Wine Country. For all ages and competency of riders—from novice to expert—follow knowledgeable guides through wine country on horseback.

Five complimentary wine tasting tickets are part of this package that takes you through the vineyards at Wilson Creek Winery.

For more information, call (951) 506-8706 or visit Wine Country Trails by Horseback online at www.

WineCountryTrailsbyHorseback. com.

Sweetheart Car Show at St. Thomas Temecula This Valentine’s weekend, stop

by St. Thomas of Canterbury Temecula Episcopal Church to view 100 classic cars, trucks and other vehicles. Vendors, food, and fun for those who appreciate fine

will abound for lovers of nature.

Bring a picnic and take the hike to the adobes, or stroll through the visitor’s center.

For more information, visit www.RivCoParks.org.

Plan a quickie wedding - Old Town Temecula Chapel of Memories The Chapel of Memories in Old Town Temecula is an ideal, intimate spot to plan your wedding.

With soaring ceilings and stained glass windows, this intimate former Catholic Church is ideal for couples who love history and romance.

Located in Sam Hicks Memorial Park, the Chapel of Memories has seen numerous locals say “I Do.” Contact the Chapel of Memories to set your wedding date. Call: (951) 265-7720 or visit them online at www.ChapelofMemories.org.

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Volume 16, Issue 7

Exploring the past at Temecula Valley Museum

A diorama showing a depiction of early Temecula.

Trevor Montgomery Writer Whether you are a history buff, a researcher or a curious child, the Temecula Valley Museum has something to offer visitors of all ages. A trip to the landmark site provides a day of fun for all those who visit the Temecula Valley.

With a large, tree-lined park featuring a children’s play area just outside its front doors, the museum is conveniently located at the northeast end of Old Town Temecula and is the perfect place to both start and end a memorable day-trip.

The museum’s displays include permanent, temporary and traveling exhibits. Each carefully placed exhibit shows examples of life in the Temecula Valley and represent a variety of eras and cultures of those who have lived throughout the valley. The museum also offers a venue for local and international artists to display their work.

The museum features countless artifacts ranging from the valley’s earliest known inhabitants, the Luiseño Temecula Indians, to the period when the area was first settled by the Mission San Luis Rey, to examples of earliest establishment of ranchos in the area as well as artifacts documenting the eventual influences of early transportation in the region, including trails, stagecoach lines and railroads.

Museum exhibits offer examples of handcrafted artifacts and items of cultural relevance, including early maze stones, ranching tools and farming implements. Displays also feature original photographs and documents.

Some of the permanent exhibits at the museum include The “Whitney Wilkinson Collection: Life at the Vail Ranch,” featuring over 2,000 historical documents and photographs. This significant collection was accumulated by the original owners of Vail Ranch.

The “Erle Stanley Gardner Collection: A Man of Many Talents,” is also featured at the museum.

Gardner was one of Temecula’s most famous residents for 35 years.

Known to many locals as “Uncle Erle,” Gardner is widely recognized for creating the character in the murder mystery novels made famous in the “Perry Mason” television series from the 1950s. Gardner, who was a prolific author, wrote 81 Perry Mason novels and a total of 181 books.

Also featured as permanent exhibits are the museum’s own collection of black and white photographs that tell the story of small town Temecula before the days of expansion and development, as well as the “Parker Collection – Images of the Brush Country.”

The Museum also features a child-sized Children’s Touch History Exhibit, perfect for those history buffs with small children. The exhibit, set at the perfect height for tot-level-view, offers a hands-on, exciting learning environment for children of all ages.

A fun and playful, Westernthemed, street scene allows children to experience history, both with their hands and their imaginations.

Visitors to the children’s educational area are able to pretend to be the proprietor of the Burnham Mercantile Store, providing goods to clients, cook a “meal” on an 1880s styled play stove, create a puppet show starring Louis and Ramona Wolf, sell fabrics and conduct business in a dress shop, pretend to be at a Mormon Battalion campsite and even try their little hands at using a Native American grinding stone.

There is also a photo-op spot for parents to snap pictures of their little cowpokes using their imaginations to ride their way across the vast, open ranges of early Temecula. The children’s discovery area offers all that and so much more, with many displays designed to keep little minds growing and learning about the rich history of the Temecula Valley.

During a recent trip to the museum on a beautiful and brisk Saturday afternoon, a group of senior citizens explained their weekly Saturday morning trip to the museum is one of the few times they get out together as a group.

The women in the group explained they were at the museum to enjoy one of the location’s current traveling exhibits, The History and Art of Marbles.

The temporary exhibit features artist Carl Fisher’s collection of extremely rare and collectible marbles and his own polymer clay versions that have earned him the reputation as one of the foremost marble artists of the 21st century.

Another of the museum’s features is its Chapel of Memories. Built in 1917, the chapel was the very first church in Temecula. The beautiful and historical chapel features a large rose garden and private outdoor patio.

The quaint and historic chapel was renovated to represent it’s pre1920s origin. One of the chapel’s most unusual and interesting features are the windows, which are a combination of original 1880s era stained glass mixed with new glass obtained from the original glass factory that is still in operation today.

With an opportunity to experience Old Town in a whole new way, another regular Saturday event is the museum’s popular walking tour of Old Town Temecula.

During the tour, museum guides share stories and events about Temecula’s past and historical Old Town area. The tour departs every Saturday at 10 a.m. The one-andone-half-hour tour is only $5 per person. Children accompanied by an adult are encouraged to join in on the tour.

One upcoming traveling exhibit soon to grace the walls of the Temecula Valley Museum is Second Time Around: The Hubcap as Art. The environmentally inspired contemporary art display was created by artists from across the globe.

The exhibit was a response to a worldwide invitation to turn discarded automobile hubcaps into art.

It is scheduled to be on display now through March 13.

Another popular section of the museum is the location’s gift shop.

Located right off the museum’s ro-

The Temecula Valley Museum is located adjacent to the Sam Hicks Monument park on the northeast end of Old Town Temecula.

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Walking tours and field trips are offered by the museum, with trained and knowledgeable docents. The walking tours are offered every Saturday to the public and begin at the museum in Sam Hicks Monument Park and winds through Old Town. The tours feature stories and historical facts about some of the city’s oldest landmarks and most colorful characters.

A look at the interior of the Burnham Mercantile Store, inside one of the museum’s most popular permanent exhibits, the Children’s Touch History Exhibit.

The museum features a display representing the office of Erle Stanley Gardner, longtime Temecula resident and the author and creator of Perry Mason.

[Left] An upcoming temporary exhibit, Firepower and Food will provide a look at the firepower of the Old West and its relationship to survival. The exhibit will feature intricate hand drawn antique guns by local artist Karl O. Frelton and the tools used to find, preserve, and prepare food in the late 1800s.

tunda, the shop features unique items for visitors of all ages. The shop offers gifts such as books featuring the history of Temecula and the surrounding communities, decorative accessories, collectibles, educational toys, clothing, collectibles and fresh, gourmet food provided by the Temecula Valley Women’s Club.

The Temecula Valley Museum offers visitors an opportunity to enjoy recurring weekly and monthly programs, live performances, gallery discussions, tours, lectures, family days, events and temporary exhibits as well as interesting and interactive displays for visitors of all ages.

A unique piece from one of the museum’s recent traveling exhibits, The History and Art of Marbles.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden

Market at a glance (As of February 7, 2016) TEMECULA No of Homes Sold

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

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24

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9

4

18

5

35

(349) 334

(344) 346

(76) 72

(257) 241

(101) 101

(136) 131

(162) 157

(416) 402

Average Selling Price

$417,042

$329,221

$271,250

$292,311

$323,125

$324,161

$196,600

$184,846

Average List Price

$741,342

$690,132

$370,790

$337,484

$554,430

$362,573

$276,844

$261,597

Median List Price

$522,542

$439,900

$374,950

$329,900

$450,000

$349,000

$255,000

$219,250

$190

$173

$144

$159

$191

$155

$148

$140

Inventory of Properties Listed

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(82) 77

Most Expensive Listing

$7,700,000

$3,495,000

$745,000

$1,750,000

$1,800,000

$775,000

$1,300,000

$5,000,000

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$280,000

$175,000

$180,000

$75,000

$149,000

$150,000

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Median Number of Bathrooms Market Action Index*

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4.0

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2.5

2.5

2.0

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Seller (40.0)

Seller (40.3)

Seller (47.7)

Seller (42.5)

Seller (39.1)

Seller (45.83)

Seller (46.1)

Seller (44.1)

*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 02/08/16. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 02/07/16. Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

Divorce, real estate and taxes – 6 scenarios for divorcing couples to consider

John Occhi and Mike Mason Columnists One of the harsh realities about life is we all have to pay taxes and about half will end up getting a divorce at one point or another. Bottom line, no matter how amicable or straightforward a divorce is – it is never easy.

Many issues develop when it comes to dividing and liquidating various assets; the home you shared in particular can be a major issue.

Regardless what you decide to do with the home, there will be tax consequences that you will want to discuss with your professional tax adviser, lawyer or accountant. It doesn’t matter if you decide to sell the home and split the proceeds or for one of you to remain in the home and raise the children, there will be tax obligations that you are expected to deal with.

Let’s look at 6 different scenarios that you may find yourself in if you are either going through a divorce or one might be on the horizon. We’ll examine these scenarios for potential tax implications while offering some tips for homeowners going through a divorce: Sell the home and share the proceeds One of the most common solutions for divorcing couples who own a home is to sell it and split the proceeds evenly, or whatever percentage you may agree on.

It’s important to know the real value of your home so working with a real estate agent who not only understands the divorce experience you both trust but who has a true local knowledge to price the home correctly. The price depends on your goals – some couples want out instantly while others are more prudent and are willing and able to wait for a true market price.

When selling a primary residence, it’s possible to walk away without any tax liability on the proceeds. A married couple, filing jointly is entitled to receive up to $500,000

in profit from the sale and avoid any capital gains, while each tax payer, filing separately can claim a $250,000 profit tax free.

There are, of course, more details you need to figure out, such as knowing that the home being sold has been the primary residence for 24 out of the last 60 months and that the capital gains exception can only be claimed once every two years. So if you just sold a house recently, you’ll probably be owning taxes on this sale.

Do your due diligence and check with your tax professional to see how this works for you.

Buy your spouse out It’s fairly common for one spouse to want to remain in the home and is willing to buy out the other spouse. A common solution is for the remaining spouse to refinance the home to pay off the current mortgage and give the other spouse the agreed upon funds.

Agreeing on a fair price does not necessarily mean half the value. Many divorcing couples will decide the buyout price that’s corresponds to the others income and who will be the primary parent in taking care of the children.

Consult with a real estate agent to determine a fair price for the home and help you determine what number makes sense for the buyout. While the transaction may seem very straightforward, it’s best to have a real estate agent handle the transaction to insure that the property changes hands in an efficient and legal manner. No one wants to be tracking down an ex-spouse many years later for a signature and, heaven forbid, that the long gone spouse is now looking for a slice of the pie when you’re selling the home, years later.

In addition, the departing spouse will want evidence that the mortgage they are responsible for has been paid off and that they have no future obligations to the property.

One spouse stays and raises the children: Sell the home at a predetermined date Some divorcing spouses will decide to allow one spouse to remain in the home and raise the children until a pre-determined date or event, such as high school graduation, the youngest turns 18 or 21 or whatever future date or event is relevant to their family.

This can be tricky when it comes

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to tax liabilities. Remember earlier we mentioned that capital gains can only be applied to homes that have been your primary residence for 24 out of the last 60 months? Well, if the future date extends beyond the 60 months then the departing spouse may no longer qualify for this huge tax benefit.

Consult with your divorce attorney and have them add a clause in your divorce agreement that the home is still to be considered your primary residence for tax benefits. You’ll probably have to share this document with the IRS at the time of your filing, after the sale of the home if you want to avoid a huge tax liability.

There are other tax questions that need to be explored and discussed as well. Make sure your tax professional is aware of every decision you are making so they can help you structure it properly, based on the then current tax code.

Share the home This option is only for the brave at heart. Do you think you could still remain under the same roof, after deciding to become divorced?

While it might make financial sense, it is sure to be difficult on many different levels.

Depending on the circumstance and how it is shared it should certainly help establish residency for the IRS and granting both of you the capital gains benefit. Certainly having your mail delivered to the home will help establish residency, even if you spend part of your time somewhere else.

60 months.

If you did live in your vacation home for any 24 of the last 60 months but rented it out for any portion of the remaining 60-month period you may be entitled to a pro-rated exclusion. Just know that it gets complicated.

Rental properties If you and your spouse own rental properties there are many different scenarios that may unfold. Some may prove to be beneficial while others may become a huge determent to your financial health.

Be careful how titles are transferred. Make sure your tax advisor fully understands everything that is taking place, with the divorce.

Consider one of the spouses moving into one of your rental properties.

Again, we cannot emphasize strongly enough how important it is to strategize, not only with your attorney but with your accountant.

Divorce is very taxing Divorcing your spouse is a very complicated scenario, under the best of circumstances. Not taking into account the emotional issues you’ll have to deal with, and the associated drama as it unfolds, divorce is not only complicated, but can be expensive.

There will be other tax issues to take into consideration that you’ll want to review with both your attorney and your accountant. If there are children, there will of course be the issue of child support.

If you are the breadwinner spouse and pay child support, it will be your spouse who gets to claim the children as dependents and won’t be responsible for claiming the child support as income. On the other hand, if you are paying alimony then this amount can be written off your taxes and the spouse receiving the funds will have

Vacation home If you and your spouse own a vacation home chances are you won’t be able to qualify its sale under the capital gains exclusion, because it probably was not your primary residence for those 24 out of the last

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Real Estate / Home & Garden

Garage door fixes can improve your home’s form and function

A carriage style garage door replaced by Castle Improvements changed the look of this custom garage to that of an inspired barn Courtesy photos exterior.

This “Old World” style, complete with hinges and handles, gives this custom home a facade that is unique and elegant.

Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Last summer, thieves broke into a series of cars and took nothing but garage door opener remote controls.

At first, the loss of the remote was annoying, followed quickly with the startling thoughts of “what if the thieves come back?”

Castle Improvements Garage Door Company owner Adam Cherktow is familiar with the story.

In his experience, most homeowners just unplug their garage door openers and secure the door until such time they can purchase and reprogram the unit for a new remote control.

“Thieves come, steal garage door controller and registrations out of cars to come back later,” he said. “It can sometimes take days before people realize they’ve been targeted.”

Replacing a garage door remote control unit is theoretically a homeowner-easy fix. Sold at stores such as Home Depot, the device can often be programed to work as many as three garage doors. Reprograming the device is a breeze for a professional, such as Castle Improvements.

“I’ll often tell homeowners how to reprogram their own device rather than charge,” he said. “We are not in the business of charging our customers unnecessarily.

I hope to develop long term client relationships, because over time and with heavy or consistent use, garage doors need to be serviced, repaired or even replaced.”

An annual garage door tuneup is one of the best gifts that you can give your home – many homeowners use the garage door more than the front door – as wear and tear can cause springs to bind or break.

Unserviced garage doors can lead to costly replacement. Cherktow warns to seek a second opinion if the estimate for repair or even replacement seems too high.

“It’s always best to consult either Angie’s List or your Home Warranty company for reputable repair companies,” he said. “Overcharging has been a huge problem in this industry in the past.”

In suburban Southwest Riverside County, many homes are edging upward in age, and homeowners might hear noises, creaks, shudders, or twangs from garage door springs that need servicing. If ignored, those sounds of neglect can be costly.

“It’s important to feel comfortable with whoever comes to work on your home,” Cherktow said. “We work with not only every Home Depot in San Diego as their exclusive garage door installation company, but we also are exclusive with Home Depot in Temecula, Murrieta, Hemet and Lake Elsinore.”

Castle Improvements has been in business since the 1980s, and has always been a family company.

Their clients offer ready recommendations, and he attributes the business’s success with his military background.

“Honor, courage, commitment, it’s part of who I am and what we stand for,” he said. “If there is a better way, a cheaper solution, I will always help our clients find it.”

When homeowners Spike and Julie Mitchell’s garage door fell off its rollers, they called Castle Improvements and met with owner Adam Cherktow. Upon inspection, the garage door had completely come off the tracks.

“It wasn’t running on the track right, and eventually a wheel busted,” Julie said. “Our garage door had turned into a big crumpled

mess, with part of it hanging, part of it not. It wasn’t salvageable.”

Castle Improvements replaced the door, the trim, and made sure everything was running smoothly, according to Mitchell. But it was the customer service aspects of the business that had the Mitchell’s calling Castle Improvements again when trouble struck.

“I was super distracted,” she said.

“I had brought my son just home from knee surgery, and drove right into the garage door.”

According to Mitchell, the door was wedged open, bent, and she was worried it was no longer salvageable. Worse, she had children to pick up from school, and was afraid to leave it open.

“It’s an emergency when your garage door won’t shut. I called Castle back, and they had it fixed before I even got home,” she said. “I cannot recommend them enough.”

Homeowners John and Hilary Devries noticed their home’s garage door made unusual noises when activated.

“It started making a snapping noise when it was going up,” Hilary said. Upon further inspection, their garage door was cracked in three different places. The door needed to be reinforced while waiting for a new garage door to be ordered.

According to Devries, they chose an insulated garage door.

Having an insulated garage door can work to keep a finished garage cooler.

“Many homes have rooms above the garage,” Cherktow said. “When you have that, and a non-insulated garage door, heat just goes straight up. When someone is ordering a

Whether you are upgrading to a MyQ system that removes the necessity of a garage door opener and uses your mobile device, or need a Genie remote reprogrammed, consider consulting a garage door expert for the job, such as Castle Improvements.

new garage door, insulation is always a good idea.”

For the Devries, the form of the door mattered as much as the function.

Home Depot, and other home improvement websites, offer online photo matching to show you what your home could look like with a new garage door façade. A new garage door can represent 30 percent of your home’s curb appeal, according to Clopay Garage Door company.

With looks from classic, modern or even carriage house, a simple garage door change can change the look of your “Fixer Upper” home as soon as it is installed. Remember, always check with your homeowner’s association before making big changes, and complete the proper paperwork.

Whether you need your garage door replaced, or simply realize the benefit to making a change to keep your home’s value in the right neighborhood, the styles and drama added to the front of your home with a garage door swap out can make all of the difference in the real estate market.

The custom looking wood and glass, with hinges and handles to finish the appearance added to the look of this southern California home.

“We ordered decorative hinges to place on the outside, to give our garage a more finished look,” she said. With Cherktow’s help, they picked out the brackets and hinges to give the door a more rustic, classic décor.

“I liked it before, but the decorative touches made it look like a million bucks,” she said. “I love the garage door now.”

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 144 closed transactions for 2/1/16 – 2/7/16.

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Hemet

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Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

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Hemet 2355 E. Florida

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

San Jacinto

Days on Market

23576 Fair Weather Drive

$275,000

1540

3BR

2BA

40

28767 Lodge

$185,000

1200

4BR

2BA

35

864 Browning Court

$227,000

2333

4BR

3BA

14

22870 Giant Fir Place

$310,000

2190

3BR

3BA

31

29181 Del Monte Drive

$235,000

1460

2BR

2BA

75

1242 Praise Street

$234,900

2113

3BR

3BA

125

24051 Cruise Circle Drive

$317,500

1407

3BR

2BA

101

25681 Macintosh Court

$285,000

1586

3BR

2BA

10

2401 Menlo Avenue

$235,000

1720

3BR

2BA

130

23254 Sage Place

$390,000

2096

3BR

4BA

14

27196 Sawyer Road

$290,000

1967

4BR

3BA

146

1882 Rue Chenin Blanc

$239,000

2022

4BR

2BA

12

43043 Ardia Drive

$179,000

1495

3BR

2BA

70

25624 Driftview Circle

$299,000

2255

4BR

2BA

28

267 Canary Court

$262,000

2456

4BR

3BA

66

3999 Seattle Street

$185,000

2047

3BR

2BA

193

30109 Calle Pompeii

$317,000

1849

4BR

2BA

15

1115 Sundew Way

$298,500

3107

6BR

3BA

31

468 Memphis Court

$228,000

2047

3BR

2BA

167

25315 Ridgemoor Road

$318,000

2459

4BR

3BA

123

26399 Cherry Hills Boulevard

$130,000

1066

2BR

2BA

43

44633 Skaggs Road

$235,000

1512

3BR

2BA

55

26234 Red Fox Road

$319,000

2036

3BR

2BA

22

25701 Mccall Boulevard

$130,000

1268

2BR

2BA

138

1555 San Marcos Drive

$55,000

1224

2BR

2BA

45

29302 Sand Creek Circle

$320,000

1690

3BR

2BA

138

27424 Terrytown Road

$233,000

1370

2BR

2BA

79

25544 Sharp Drive

$88,000

1183

2BR

2BA

29

31377 Corderro Lane

$329,900

2134

3BR

2BA

31

27838 Moonridge Drive

$245,000

1139

3BR

2BA

16

43428 Low Circle

$95,000

1512

2BR

2BA

135

30770 Falcon Ridge Circle

$343,000

2301

4BR

3BA

64

26460 Potomac Drive

$245,000

1508

3BR

2BA

135

24810 Rosebrugh Lane

$99,900

1344

3BR

2BA

109

29435 Pyrite Street

$343,500

3393

5BR

3BA

257

39748 Rustic Glen Drive

$306,500

1383

4BR

3BA

34

501 Bermuda Drive

$104,000

1296

2BR

2BA

75

29692 Cool Meadow Drive

$344,500

2352

4BR

2BA

47

32011 Vineyard Avenue

$345,000

1543

3BR

2BA

4

43431 Peace Circle

$110,000

1320

2BR

2BA

95

31800 Haleblian Road

$350,000

3351

5BR

4BA

73

40300 Cape Charles Drive

$373,000

2010

4BR

3BA

38

Sun City

Temecula

43362 Nola Street

$110,000

1248

2BR

2BA

8

29526 Pebble Creek Court

$359,000

2535

5BR

3BA

27

31485 Congressional Drive

$375,000

2475

3BR

3BA

89

43684 Acacia Avenue

$120,000

1680

2BR

2BA

112

28024 Windjammer Court

$370,000

2196

4BR

3BA

29

40110 Holden Circle

$379,000

2626

5BR

3BA

46

491 Whitney Drive

$123,000

1427

2BR

2BA

78

32938 Edinborough Way

$410,000

4094

6BR

5BA

56

30318 Deer Meadow Road

$379,500

2210

4BR

3BA

70

427 Harvard Street

$125,000

1453

3BR

2BA

15

28778 First Star Court

$417,000

3472

5BR

4BA

110

40129 Canton Court

$382,000

2037

4BR

3BA

66

2300 El Grande Street

$130,000

1157

2BR

2BA

61

38506 Glen Abbey Lane

$265,000

1545

2BR

2BA

72

41764 Monterey Place

$395,000

2239

3BR

2BA

31

421 Juanita Street

$135,000

1248

2BR

2BA

45

23938 Cadenza Drive

$320,000

2300

4BR

3BA

51

40331 Cape Charles Drive

$415,000

2095

4BR

3BA

139

410 Rainier Way

$157,000

1427

2BR

2BA

83

42496 Corte Cantante

$381,400

3017

5BR

3BA

224

40648 Chantemar Way

$425,000

2427

5BR

3BA

26

618 Harvard Street

$161,000

1650

3BR

2BA

8

42113 Santa Fe Trail

$585,000

2480

4BR

3BA

37

41125 Promenade Chardonnay

$430,000

2519

5BR

3BA

24

44652 Palm Avenue

$185,000

1232

3BR

3BA

22

22840 Rolling Glen Court

$775,000

3252

3BR

3BA

199

43085 Corte Landeros

$318,950

1563

4BR

3BA

43

41059 Mayberry Avenue

$194,000

1290

3BR

2BA

92

27556 Papillion Street

$247,000

1428

3BR

3BA

11

31966 Calle Novelda

$339,000

1395

4BR

3BA

121

856 AZALEA Way

$199,800

1356

3BR

2BA

70

40280 Via Francisco

$275,000

1722

3BR

3BA

47

32372 Cassino Court

$340,000

2787

4BR

3BA

188

41364 Thornton Avenue

$199,900

1713

3BR

2BA

60

39530 Sunrose Drive

$280,000

1080

3BR

2BA

24

43463 Calle Morita

$360,000

1841

4BR

3BA

217

4655 Birchleaf Lane

$224,000

1759

3BR

2BA

62

24078 Crowned Partridge Lane

$335,000

1945

3BR

3BA

30

32942 Adelante Street

$417,000

2340

4BR

3BA

101

1634 Indica Road

$225,000

1662

3BR

2BA

190

36342 Saint Raphael Drive

$340,000

1737

4BR

3BA

21

32229 Corte Chatada

$464,000

2923

4BR

3BA

30

44332 Galicia Drive

$230,000

1661

4BR

2BA

110

23791 Via Barletta

$380,000

1853

2BR

2BA

112

44608 Clover Lane

$272,250

1534

4BR

3BA

136

Murrieta

4170 Rainbow View Way

$231,500

1760

4BR

2BA

306

29100 Via Playa Del Rey

$135,000

1464

2BR

2BA

128

45584 Olympic Way

$331,500

1380

3BR

2BA

11

257 Columbia Street

$239,900

2230

4BR

3BA

82

29005 Calle Del Buho

$185,000

1608

2BR

2BA

27

33023 Romero Drive

$335,000

1480

3BR

3BA

63

5960 Parkside Drive

$244,000

2977

5BR

3BA

38

26526 Arboretum Way

$186,000

890

2BR

2BA

7

33354 Calle Alfredo

$350,000

1520

4BR

2BA

9

3130 Bridgewater Circle

$245,000

2420

4BR

3BA

62

30286 Pelican Bay

$204,900

961

2BR

2BA

14

44614 Camino Gonzales

$370,250

2023

3BR

3BA

49

24986 Mekong Street

$247,500

1871

4BR

2BA

7

30385 Pelican Bay

$206,500

1016

2BR

3BA

23

31670 Loma Linda Road

$375,000

1629

3BR

3BA

39

338 La Familia Circle

$250,000

2614

5BR

3BA

21

38098 Calle Quedo

$235,500

1824

2BR

2BA

41

32622 Dorset Court

$399,000

2324

3BR

3BA

94

4850 Blue Copper Way

$260,000

2624

4BR

3BA

99

38141 Tranquila Avenue

$315,000

1752

3BR

3BA

21

45456 Bison Court

$450,000

3210

4BR

3BA

79

8715 Stephenson Lane

$269,600

1861

3BR

2BA

69

30366 Powderhorn Lane

$349,000

1698

3BR

2BA

70

44258 Phelps Street

$527,460

3003

4BR

4BA

65

1659 Wrentree Way

$286,000

3128

5BR

3BA

209

27934 Starfall Way

$349,500

2617

5BR

3BA

23

45479 Bayberry Place

$531,000

3895

5BR

4BA

8

3639 Paris Street

$298,500

2660

6BR

3BA

64

30345 Summerside Street

$365,000

2500

5BR

3BA

6

44025 Cindy Circle

$549,900

3609

5BR

4BA

217 41

30505 Canyon Hills Road

$230,000

1633

3BR

3BA

5

31108 Rose Arbor

$370,000

1782

3BR

2BA

8

46124 Jon William Way

$613,000

3613

5BR

4BA

35104 Fennel Lane

$286,000

1293

3BR

2BA

58

33748 Salvia Lane

$389,000

3442

5BR

3BA

209

36210 Tonto Lane

$325,000

1440

3BR

2BA

96

33194 Gillette Street

$227,000

1280

3BR

2BA

46

30373 Glen Ellen Circle

$427,500

2289

2BR

2BA

54

37605 Via De Los Arboles

$1,055,000

4373

3BR

4BA

196

15077 Danielle Way

$355,000

2299

4BR

3BA

30

202 Main Street

$175,000

1309

3BR

2BA

68

21611 Illinois Street

$150,000

1440

2BR

2BA

42

35065 El Dorado Street

$614,000

3214

5BR

5BA

160

749 Agape Avenue

$192,000

1540

3BR

2BA

156

21709 Darby Street

$239,500

1704

3BR

2BA

2

3601 RAVEN Drive

$160,000

875

2BR

2BA

70

1936 Whispering Bells Road

$200,500

2210

3BR

2BA

103

32836 Trailwood Court

$265,000

1529

4BR

2BA

68

224 Ohio Street

$265,000

1256

3BR

2BA

15

2118 Blackthorn Drive

$219,000

2022

4BR

2BA

169

22497 Mccormick Court

$295,000

1420

3BR

2BA

6

15147 Ironwood Street

$303,900

1566

3BR

2BA

20

681 Groveside Drive

$220,000

2367

4BR

3BA

74

22532 Raspberry Lane

$335,000

2440

5BR

3BA

105

17347 Ranspot Avenue

$189,900

994

2BR

2BA

12

1602 Washington Avenue

$225,000

1599

3BR

2BA

12

23375 Twinflower Avenue

$343,000

1690

4BR

2BA

36

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Embrace the wonders of wireless at home TEMECULA – Electronic devices enable us to access information, communicate and engage in entertainment. Consumer electronics also have transformed the typical household.

Data from the Consumer Electronics Association, CTIA and U.S. Census bureau paint a picture of just how immersed in new technology society has become. Statistics indicate the typical home of 2.6 people has an average of 24 electronic gadgets in use, including one or more smartphones. These devices include eReaders, HDTVs, laptops, tablets, printers, digital cameras, DVRs, Bluetooth speakers, portable GPS devices and more.

To meet the demands of all of these devices, some homes need an electronics overhaul, including beefing up the capabilities of Internet connections and wireless networks. Many Wi-Fi routers claim to be capable of supporting as many as 255 connected devices. While this is theoretically possible, having that many devices on a standard home wireless router can compromise how well a network works. The results may include slow Internet

browsing abilities, long lag time and even connection interference or droppage. When considering renovation projects around the home, it may be worth it to pay attention to electronic devices and their connectivity.

is meeting the speeds promised by your ISP. If your speed is slow when tested at various times in a given day, you may want to upgrade your service package to a faster service plan. If the speed is adequate, you can invest in some other options.

Start with the router The wireless router in your home is a technological workhorse. When the router goes down, your devices follow suit. Without a router you will not be able to access the digital signal from your internet service provider and send it out to all of your devices.

Many older routers broadcast on a 2.4GHz signal, the same as many other radio devices. Crowding on the 2.4GHz spectrum could cause slowdown during the busiest times of the day for Internet traffic. It may be worth it to invest in a new router that can search for other channels that have less traffic and broadcast through them.

Get new hardware Routers should be placed in a central location so that the signal can be accessed throughout the house. But router placement may depend on where your cable or fiber optic lines enter the home. If router signal interference seems suspect in slower connections, hardware, such as a greater-range antenna, wireless access points, and wireless repeaters can help expand your router signal throughout the house.

Speak with a wireless network expert about the options that may be best for your home. Another consideration is a Wi-Fi plug that uses existing electrical circuits in a home to expand the signals offered by the router.

Test your speed Relatively inexpensive software can show you your Internet speed numbers to see if your connection

Expand your gadget list Once a wireless signal is verified and confirmed as adequate, you

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may be interested in additional devices that can tap into the wireless network and make your home run more efficiently. Manufacturers now offer everything from wireless door locks that can be controlled with a smartphone to wireless flash memory cards that can easily transfer photos from a camera to computer to wireless lighting control throughout the entire house.

With wireless speakers, you can instantly beam music to any number of units in a home or use a NAS (network attached storage) drive as a backup for photos, videos and other large files.

Technology is changing the way people utilize their homes. Making sure a wireless network is up to par can make using devices easier and more efficient.

Recycle for free entry to the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival Feb. 17 INDIO – Families can enter the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival for free by recycling at the gate. The Riverside County Department of Waste Resources is offering this special recycling collection day to fairgoers to increase the awareness about the importance of properly recycling hazardous household products.

Residents can bring items including small, used electronic devices such as cell phones, telephones, tablets, radios, DVD players/recorders, receivers, computer peripherals like a mouse, keyboard, driver, reader, etc., rechargeable batteries and ink cartridges.

Items will be accepted at the gate on Waste Wednesday 2016 (Feb. 17) for admission to the fair.

At least one item per admission is necessary. Business waste, automotive batteries, single-use alkaline batteries and lead acid batteries will not be accepted for this promotion. No other household hazardous wastes will be accepted.

This program is provided by the Department of Waste Resources and the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program. It is important to keep hazardous materials out of the trash to protect county landfills. The department’s mission is to protect the general public’s health and welfare by efficiently managing Riverside County’s solid-waste system.

The household hazardous waste collection schedule is available online at www.rewaste.org/opencms/hhw/ schedule.html. For more information about this event, contact the department at (951) 486-3200 or www.rcwaste.org.

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Adults can ‘fine tune their chop’ at new School of Rock Temecula program Kim Harris Managing Editor Most people can remember the first concert they attended whether it was the Rolling Stones, the Eagles, the Red Hot Chili Peppers or Green Day, but it doesn’t matter all that much. It’s the experience of sitting there watching your favorite performers working the stage to tens of thousands of screaming fans that left us all daydreaming about our time in the limelight.

Well, now is your chance to play some tasty licks and steal the show with School of Rock’s new adult programs. Beginning March 1, adults who are interested in private lessons, group performances and even just hanging out and jamming get their chance to do just that at the popular music school located in Temecula.

“We’ve always done an adult program but obviously one thing that we say happens more than anything is parents come in and they say, ‘Man, I really wish that I had this when I was growing up,’” School of Rock music director Peter LeClair said. “We tell them,

you are not done growing up yet and we are still here.”

The School of Rock adult program mirrors the youth program.

Adults come in once a week for a private lesson and once a week for band rehearsal, LeClair said. New to the adult program is the Acoustic Tuesdays program.

“It’s going to be more of a folkoriented acoustic guitar, almost like playing guitar at a bonfire style of performing verses getting onstage and rocking out,” LeClair said.

The adult program is tailored to the need of the student, according to LeClair. When enrolling adults can choose from private lessons, band rehearsals, Acoustic Tuesdays or a combination of all three elements of the program. Currently there is a list of people waiting for the program to start March 1.

“There is certainly availability,” LeClair said, adding that those who choose to do the band rehearsals will have the opportunity to perform in front of a live crowd, just like the children in the youth program do. “The Acoustic Tuesdays group, we plan on going out as a group to open mic nights and

hoping to do it in that way, so it will be performing, just in a different type of setting.

Performing is always optional and at the discretion of the student, LeClair said, adding that it is never too late to learn an instrument or explore the field of music whether it be on a serious level or just for fun.

“We’re all kids. I like to refer to them as our big kids and our younger kids,” LeClair said with a laugh.

With the acoustic nights there will be a series of classes for everyone from beginners to group classes for those who have experience and might be looking for a group of people to play with and “fine tune their chops” and of course, the jams which are less instructional and more along the lines of a social event.

“It’s just loose and you just play along,” he said. “You strum along if you want to or if you don’t want to. You take a solo if you want to.

You sing if you want to. You play tambourine if you want to.”

LeClair said the thing that is great about the way School of Rock does their programs is allowing

School of Rock Music Director Peter LeClair prepares a group of young student musicians for a performance during the End of Season Showcase at Third Street Live in Old Town Temecula Jan. 17. LeClair and the School of Rock instructors are starting a new class for adults beginning March 1.

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for a communal experience that everyone really wants.

“I think for a lot of people, those who come in here and say, ‘Man, I wish we had this when we were younger,’ what they are really saying is ‘Man, I wish I had played guitar with other people when I was younger instead of just sit-

ting in my bedroom, strumming chords,’” LeClair said, “and we can give them that.”

For more information on School of Rock adult and youth programs, visit www.schoolofrock.com/ temecula or call (951) 693-2000.

School of Rock is located at 30630 Rancho California Road.

City of Temecula reports strong local job growth TEMECULA – With 50,493 jobs and a growing diverse economic base, Temecula’s job numbers are creating a positive impact for Southwest Riverside County. State of California’s Employment Development Department has released the first quarter job numbers for 2015, their most current data. The City of Temecula is pleased to announce strong local job growth with additional 1,618 new jobs added from first quarter 2014.

Temecula’s current job number of 50,493 is almost back at its highest peak ever in the city’s history. In the first quarter of 2006, Temecula peaked at 50,864 jobs – just 371 jobs over their current status. With strong job growth trends, Temecula is confident that they will surpass 2006’s record.

Mayor Mike Naggar said he is excited for the future.

“We are proud of the growth we have experienced in the job mar-

ket and we will continue to work toward creating more opportunities. We are focused on retaining, attracting and creating jobs here in Temecula” he said.

The city released a statement saying it is proud of the businesses that “make the decision to grow in Temecula and ultimately create jobs in the community.”

Millipore Sigma, a life science company, recently acquired an additional 38,000 square feet of build-

ing space, totaling 150,000 square feet dedicated to the development, manufacturing and distribution of biologics. Bomatic Inc., a custom injection molding plastic manufacturer, expanded and relocated to Temecula utilizing a 175,000 square foot building. U.S. Milk Nutrition Inc., a formula and nutritional drink manufacturer, recently closed escrow on a 108,927 square foot building and is expecting to expand in Temecula. Glasswerks LA,

Inc, an architectural glass fabrication company recently expanded to Temecula and purchased a 262,435 square foot building within city limits.

For more information on Temecula’s economic development and job creation efforts, please contact Christine Damko, City of Temecula Office of Economic Development at (951) 693-3952 or Christine. damko@cityoftemecula.org.

Mortgage interest is probably your biggest deduction so be sure you do not miss any.

Charitable contributions are often under reported. Any cash or check you give to a qualified charity is 100 percent deductible, even for those taxpayer’s subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax. Get receipts for ALL cash donations and gather your canceled checks, these amounts can really add up. Donations of non-cash items can be deducted at “fair market value,” do not shortchange yourself here. Salvation Army publishes a list of sample values at https://satruck. org/Home/DonationValueGuide.

These might be higher than you would expect. Track each item to maximize your deduction instead of stating “bag of clothes.” If noncash donations exceed $500 you

must also list the recipient’s tax I.D. number, so obtain those when making your donation.

Several types of taxes are deductible. If you had a balance due on your state return last year or paid state estimated taxes, these are deductible. State tax withholdings and California state disability are in this category. A portion of your auto registration is considered a local tax.

Property taxes are a big deduction.

These are shown on you mortgage statement if the company paid them for you. If you paid any yourself, be sure to include that – don’t forget supplemental tax bills. There is one catch – if you deduct state taxes in one year, any refund you receive is considered income in the next year.

Be careful not to claim this income if you did not itemize, however, even

if you received a form from the state.

Tax time may not always be fun, but paying the least tax legally allowable and (hopefully) getting a nice refund, will certainly make it worth the effort of being prepared.

Happy Tax Season!

Karyn Vaughn is an Enrolled Agent and business consultant. She has been helping taxpayers for 29 years. She has extensive experience in tax matters for individuals, corporations, partnerships, LLCs, trusts, estates and IRS settlements.

Her status as an E.A. allows her to practice in all 50 states and to represent taxpayers before the IRS. If you have tax questions that you would like to see covered in this column; please submit them by email to karyn@karynvaughn.com or at www.karynvaughn.com.

Maximize your deductions Karyn Vaughn, E.A. Ready or not here it comes - Tax Season. The key to having a successful tax season is organization and preparation. Maximizing deductions results in smaller tax liabilities and bigger refunds (the FUN part of tax season). Following are a few tips on getting the most out of your deductions.

Any income that you receive should be disclosed to your tax advisor so that she can determine whether it is not reportable or Maximizing Tax Deductions. It is best not to make any assumptions here.

Better to find out now that certain amounts are taxable than to have IRS notify you after adding penalties and interest. The upside is that many forms of income also come

with corresponding tax deductions.

If you did a side job and received a 1099, you can deduct the costs to do that job including supplies, mileage, etc. Gambling winnings can be offset by any losses incurred. Keep track of anything you had to spend in order to earn income, it could just be deductible.

Be sure you have all mortgage interest statements. You may have one for a first and one for a second mortgage, or you may have refinanced during the year and have one for each mortgage company. Some mortgage companies send them only electronically and you may not realize you must download it. Mortgage interest is also deductible for a second home, including a qualified RV, boat or time share. You may have to request interest statements on these.

Rancho Damacitas three-time award nominee in 2016 TEMECULA – Rancho Damacitas Children & Family Services has recently been nominated for three major awards demonstrating its excellent reputation in assisting foster youth in Temecula Valley.

Rancho Damacitas is nominated for the 2016 Stars of the Valley CFC Charity Award, and the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 2015 Service/Charitable Organization of the Year Award. Two of Rancho Damacitas’ staff – Kristi Piatkowski, director of development, and Sarah Bautista, clinical and program director- are also nominated for the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce’s 40 Under 40 Awards.

The Stars of the Valley event is a Golden Globes style benefit that helps to raise money for Charity for Charity, a local nonprofit organization that grants wishes to three individuals each year that suffer from a life-threatening illness or traumatic injury. The event also celebrates individuals and organizations that make a difference in their community. The event took place Feb. 6 at

South Coast Winery Resort and Spa. The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Awards Gala takes place Feb. 21, at Pechanga Resort and Casino. In this 50-year celebration, Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce honors exceptional businesses, charitable organizations and individuals.

The Murrieta Chamber of Commerce’s 40 Under 40 Awards will be held at the Murrieta Spectrum April 16. The Chamber started the program to recognize young movers and shakers in the community who go above and beyond to make their communities a better place.

Both Kristi Piatkowski and Sarah Bautista of Rancho Damacitas will be honored that evening for their exceptional work with our foster youth.

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Blotter Suspicious behavior leads to arrest after traffic stop in Murrieta Trevor Montgomery Writer A Murrieta police officer conducting extra patrol in the area of 25000 Madison Avenue Feb. 4, led to the arrest of a subject for possession of methamphetamine and other felony charges.

The officer observed a truck driving slowly through a business district at about 1:30 a.m. Because all the businesses in the area were closed at the time, the officer continued to watch the truck as it slowly drove through the business parking lot.

The officer observed the driver turn the truck’s headlights off as it drove through the parking lot.

Based on the officer’s training and experience, he found the driver’s actions to be suspicious. Based on his observations, the officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle.

As the officer approached the vehicle, he saw that the truck had a license plate that was covered by a paper dealership plate, confirming what he believed to be suspicious behavior. Additional officers responded to the location to assist the officer.

The officers contacted the driver, who they identified as Alberto Antonio Gallegos, 26, of Lake Elsinore. Gallegos told the officers he was looking for a place to sleep for the night and consented to a search of his truck.

During a search of the truck, the officers located a “sprinkler” that had a false bottom. When officers opened the sprinkler, they discovered “a considerable amount of methamphetamine,” according to Murrieta Police Lt. Tony Conrad. “The methamphetamine was divided into separate baggies, and was not intended for personal use. In addition, a fully functional digital scale and a counterfeit $100 bill was located,” Conrad wrote about the incident.

The officer conducted a records check that revealed Gallegos had an extensive criminal history including convictions for narcotics, burglary, possession of stolen property and possession of burglary tools.

Officers arrested Gallegos for several felonies.

Officers transported Gallegos to the Southwest Detention Center, where he was booked for possession of a false compartment with intent to conceal a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance for sales, transportation with intent to sell a controlled substance, possession of a counterfeit bill.

A jail records search showed Gallegos had been released a few hours later, on the same day of his arrest. His arraignment is scheduled for April 4, at the Southwest Justice Center.

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Racing suspected in fiery crash that severed power pole in Menifee Trevor Montgomery Writer A late-night two vehicle traffic collision Feb. 4 caused the temw w w . m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

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porary closure of two roads and knocked out power to surrounding neighborhoods for several hours.

The accident involved two vehicles, one of which crashed into a power pole, Deputy Mike Vasquez, press information officer for the sheriff’s department, said about the accident.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s emergency communications center received numerous 911 calls regarding the traffic collision that occurred on Murrieta Road near Ridgemoor Road at 10:47 p.m.

Multiple callers reported that a vehicle had smashed into a telephone pole and burst into flames. The impact was so severe the pole was sheered in half.

One witness, who called 911 to report the accident, told emergency dispatchers the car had lost control while possibly racing another vehicle. The witness advised dispatchers the car had crashed into

the power pole at high-speed.

The caller reported that the driver of the car that hit the pole was still inside the vehicle, which was fully engulfed in flames. The caller also advised that power lines from the damaged pole were sagging and nearly touching the ground.

One witness reported that a silver Audi and green Mitsubishi were racing when the accident occurred. Another caller reported hearing a loud explosion following the accident, possibly from a power transformer, at which time the surrounding neighborhoods lost all power.

The first responding deputy arrived within two minutes of the initially dispatched call and reported finding the vehicle fully engulfed in flames. She confirmed the power pole the car had struck was cut in half and hanging in midair, with the power lines sagging. She was initially unable to locate the driver

of the vehicle.

Several minutes later, the deputy reported locating the driver of the vehicle, who advised he was the sole-occupant of the car. She also reported the power lines had dropped completely to the ground, followed by a loud explosion. She confirmed that all power to the area had been lost.

Due to the downed power lines and for the safety of crowds of onlookers, who were coming out of their residences and gathering in the area, deputies shut down all vehicle and pedestrian traffic on Murrieta Road, between Worchester Road and Fireweed Street.

Deputies also closed Ridgemoor Road, from Deer Creek Cir. to Belwood Drive.

Eleven firefighters from two engine companies and one truck company responded to the accident and had the fire contained at about 11:10 p.m., Jody Hagemann, press

information officer for Cal FireRiverside County Fire Department said about the incident. She also advised the road closures remained in effect for several hours, due to the downed power lines and their repair.

The driver of the vehicle, identified only as an adult male, was treated by paramedics for minor injuries at the scene. He declined further treatment.

The exact cause of the accident was still under investigation, and it had not yet been determined if alcohol or drug impairment were contributing factors to the accident, according to Vasquez. Deputies remained on scene until about 2:30 a.m., Vasquez stated.

Most power to the area had been restored by 5 a.m., according to a press release from Edison. The release indicated the power outage affected nearly 200 customers.

Suspect who briefly escaped custody after slipping his handcuffs quickly captured Trevor Montgomery Writer A suspect, who was transported to the Southwest Detention Center to be booked after being arrested for multiple warrants, briefly escaped custody this afternoon. The escape led to a foot pursuit and an overwhelming response from numerous deputies, who responded to the area from multiple nearby sheriff’s stations.

The incident began at 1:17 p.m., when a deputy from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Menifee Station was about to take the suspect

into the jail to be booked, according to Riverside Sheriff’s press information officer Deputy Mike Vasquez. The suspect, identified as Jeremiah Paul Ralston, 22, from Menifee, managed to slip out of his handcuffs while being transported. When the deputy removed Ralston from his patrol vehicle, before being taken into the secure facility, Ralston overpowered the deputy and managed to break free.

Ralston then ran from the location, fleeing from the pursuing deputy.

The deputy immediately put out an emergency radio broadcast, bringing deputies from the sur-

rounding areas to assist in capturing the fleeing felon.

Ralston fled Southbound from the jail, first running through a field and then into a nearby gully. Deputies from the Southwest Detention Center, Perris Police Station and Southwest Station/Temecula Police Station rushed to the area to assist the pursuing deputy, Vasquez said.

As Ralston fled over a fence toward a construction area, the deputy maintained a constant visual of him, providing constant updates to responding deputies.

At 1:22 p.m., about five minutes

Intoxicated motorcyclist suffers major injuries after hitting 3 cars in Temecula Trevor Montgomery Writer Officers from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Temecula Police Station and other emergency medical personnel responded to multiple 911 reports regarding a traffic collision at the intersection of Butterfield Stage and Rancho California Roads Saturday, Feb. 6.

Callers reported a motorcycle rider had collided with three vehicles near the North side of the intersection just after 9 p.m. Officers arrived on scene within minutes and found the motorcycle rider lying in the roadway.

The motorcyclist, identified as a 56-year-old male from Temecula, was treated at the scene by emergency first responders before being

transported to a local hospital with major injuries. The occupants of the other involved vehicles were not injured, according to Temecula Police Sgt. Chad Loeffler.

Traffic officers responded to the scene and conducted an investigation into the accident. The officers’ preliminary investigation revealed the motorcyclist was traveling Southbound on Butterfield Stage Road approaching the intersection at Rancho California Road, when he attempted to travel between vehicles in the Southbound lane and right turn lane of Butterfield Stage Road.

The rider first collided with the rear of a white Hyundai Genesis, continued southbound before colliding with a red Ford F350 truck, and finally smashed into the rear of

a gray Nissan Sentra.

“At this time, it appears the motorcycle rider was not wearing a helmet and alcohol is believed to be a factor in this collision,” Loeffler said about the accident.

Butterfield Stage Road between Rancho California Road and La Serena Way was closed for approximately one hour while officers conducted their accident investigation, according to Loeffler.

Anyone with information about this collision is encouraged to contact Officer Carpenter at the Temecula Police Department at (951) 696-3000 or after hours and on weekends at (951) 776-1099.

Callers can refer to incident file number TE160370183 and can remain anonymous.

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after the attempted escape, deputies re-captured Ralston in a nearby construction area and took him back into custody, Vasquez said. “(Ralston) was re-captured approximately 600 yards from the facility by deputies from the Southwest Station, after a short struggle,” according to Vasquez.

No citizens, deputies were injured during the attempted escape, Vasquez stated. Ralston was booked into jail without further incident for his original warrants as well as an additional felony charge of attempted escape from custody.

Burglary suspect subdued by Lake Elsinore homeowners LAKE ELSINORE – A suspected vehicle burglar was caught in the act and detained by homeowners while trying to break into their car just outside the home, police said Feb. 6.

Sheriff’s deputies received a call regarding a vehicle burglary at 2:20 a.m. Friday at a home in the 35000 block of Desert Rose Way in Lake Elsinore.

The homeowners saw a man in their driveway wearing dark clothing, a face mask and gloves, trying to break into their car, said Sgt. David Cardoza of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

The residents went outside and detained the man until sheriff’s deputies arrived minutes later, Cardoza said.

Korey Steven Wagoner, 27, of Canyon Lake, was arrested for suspicion of vehicle burglary.

He was booked at the Southwest Detention Center in Murrieta and was cited and released Friday, according to jail records.

Wagoner is due in court in April.

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Three Lake Elsinore teachers awarded ‘Crystal Apple’ Ray Southwick Writer LAKE ELSINORE – The Lake Elsinore California Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints presented the Crystal Apple Award to Daniel Templeton of Elsinore High School, Christopher Fossmo of Lakeside High School, and Kevin Quint of Temescal Canyon High School at its Stake Center Jan. 17.

Nine teachers in all were celebrated during the event. Other nominees included Ryan Klopp and Joshua Mason of Elsinore High School; Dinah Greene and Michael Tillery of Lakeside High School; and Thomas Collins and Tamara Cullen of Temescal Canyon High School.

Before the announcement of the Crystal Apple winners, all nine nominees were recognized individually by a respective student, or students.

“I picked a teacher who pushed me to do my best and help me realize my true potential as a musician

and as a student,” said Alyssa Lucia, a band student of Fossmo at Lakeside. “He wants us to be better than we did before. He wishes nothing but the best for us and assists us in any way that he can.”

“In the classroom Mr. Quint creates an awesome atmosphere of learning,” said Chad Holmes, a student and basketball player at Temescal Canyon. “Coach Quint, I hope you know how thankful I am for you in your role in my life as a coach, as a teacher and as a close friend.”

Joining Lucia and Holmes to give short speeches to honor their teachers were Rebekah Kaiser, Audrey Peterson and Faith Burke of Lakeside; Jarom Hill and Foster Smith of Temescal Canyon; and Hailea Rice, Darian Bess and Nick Gallegos of Elsinore.

The Crystal Apple Award honors teachers of local high schools.

Recipients are nominated by youth of the Stake who attend local high schools and local seminaries of the Church. Students of the Stake attend

Elsinore, Lakeside and Temescal Canyon High Schools.

“I’m deeply honored,” said Templeton, a leadership and peer counseling teacher at Elsinore. “I’m deeply blessed. I want to thank the church for this award. I want to thank the students. This is something that means an awful lot to me.”

Criteria for teachers to be considered for the award are to have a positive influence in the lives of their students, to go the extra mile for their students, to be dedicated to quality teaching, and to encourage and reflect students’ moral values and high ethical standards.

“It is our hope this evening that you will come to appreciate what we appreciate about you and the qualities that you have as strong, valued, faithful teachers of our youth,” said Robert Wilson, president of the Lake Elsinore Stake. “May you be blessed in your personal lives as teachers as you watch and witness the achievements of those who you teach. And may we all unitedly acknowledge Jesus Christ as he who

From left, Kevin Quint of Temescal Canyon High School, Robert Wilson of Lake Elsinore Stake, Daniel Templeton of Elsinore High School and Christopher Fossmo of Lakeside High School. Fossmo, Quint and Templeton were all awarded the Crystal Apple for excellence in teaching.

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has set the standard for teaching, which is done through unconditional love, and care and concern for the student.”

The Lake Elsinore Stake consists

of six Wards, or congregations, in the communities and surrounding areas of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake and Wildomar.

MSJC named as one of top 150 in the country WASHINGTON, DC – Highlighting the critical importance of improving student success in America’s community colleges, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has named Mt. San Jacinto College as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges eligible to compete for the 2017 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence and $1 million in prize funds, as well as Siemens Technical Scholars Program student scholarships. This is the second time MSJC received this recognition.

“I am thrilled and proud that Mt. San Jacinto College has been recognized for its excellence by the Aspen Institute for a second time,” said Dr. Roger Schultz, superintendent/president of MSJC. “It is an honor to be considered one of the top 150 colleges across the nation. This type of achievement can only be reached with a crew of outstanding faculty and staff like we have at MSJC. When the Aspen Institute recognized MSJC in 2014, it was evidence of our commitment to providing excellence in the classroom and supporting student success. Reaching this recognition again shows MSJC’s ongoing dedication to excellence and

support for our students.”

The Prize, awarded every two years, is the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges and recognizes institutions for exceptional student outcomes in four areas: student learning, certificate and degree completion, employment and earnings, and access and success for minority and low-income students.

Nearly half of America’s college students attend community college, with more than 7 million students – youth and adult learners – working toward certificates and degrees in these institutions across the country.

“Community colleges have tremendous power to change lives, and their success will increasingly define our nation’s economic strength and the potential for social mobility in our country,” said Josh Wyner, executive director of the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. “This competition is designed to spotlight the excellent work being done in the most effective community colleges, those that best help students obtain meaningful, high-quality education and training for competitive-wage

jobs after college. We hope it will raise the bar and provide a roadmap to better student outcomes for community colleges nationwide.”

This year, California saw the largest increase among states in the number of colleges eligible for the Prize—tripling from seven to 21 since the last Prize cycle in 2015. Most states saw only small changes in the number of eligible institutions.

A full list of the selected colleges and details on the selection process are available at www.aspenprize. org.

Scholarship Opportunities For the first time, the 150 Prizeeligible institutions are also invited to nominate exceptional students enrolled in their best middleskill STEM programs for scholarships. Up to 50 Siemens Technical Scholars will be selected from programs that provide outstanding preparation for high-demand jobs in manufacturing, energy, health care and information technology.

A partnership between the Siemens Foundation and the Aspen Institute, the Siemens Technical Scholars Program intends to help our nation’s community colleges and

Noted entertainer joins Hillcrest Academy faculty TEMECULA – Ever wonder what it would be like to learn about music from a top Hollywood entertainer? One who’s received rave reviews from such notable publications as “New York Newsday,” “Los Angeles Times” and the “OC Register?” One who’s been a leading Broadway performer?

One who’s worked with some of the biggest names in town – from the Black Eyed Peas to Jewel? One who has been the casting director looking for fresh talent for FOX’s hit “American Idol?” Now your student can have that opportunity at Hillcrest Academy.

Hillcrest Academy, Temecula’s premier TK – eighth independent private school, is excited to welcome David Reuther as its new music teacher. David has had many prestigious accomplishments in his

30-year career in the entertainment and music industry. His accolades include serving as casting director of “American Idol” as well as several Disney theatrical and film productions, promoting the Grammy Award-winning Black Eyed Peas, and starring as Joseph in the national tour of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Through his vocal studio in Temecula, Reuther gives vocal lessons, coaches public speakers, provides dialect coaching and offers entertainment education/ career path consulting. And now he is working daily with Hillcrest Academy students, providing a rich musical education to enhance their overall learning at the school.

To learn more about Hillcrest Academy and its fine arts program, contact Sean Roy at (951) 676-4754

or visit www.hillcrestacademy. org for more information and to schedule a private tour.

Located in Temecula at 29275 Santiago Road, Hillcrest Academy is a nonprofit, secular private independent school serving children from TK through eighth Grade.

This unique school is celebrating 39 years of providing a challenging curriculum that includes art, music, foreign language, leadership, drama and an intramural sports program, taught by committed teachers in a safe, nurturing environment. Hillcrest is the only local school to have membership in the California Association of Independent Schools, holding the Academy to the same high educational standards as accredited schools such as La Jolla Country Day and Harvard-Westlake.

Thompson 6th grader Andon Lieu wins MVUSD Spelling Bee

Andon Lieu listens to his word while second place winner Daniel Namkung waits his turn.

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MURRIETA – Thompson Middle School sixth-grader Andon Lieu stayed calm and composed during the 18 rounds it took to beat out 29 other students in Murrieta Valley Unified School District’s Spelling Bee. After the competition, he admitted the experience was nervewracking, “Of course I got nervous,” he said, “but nervousness is just something you can use as motivation.”

The top two spellers from Murrieta Valley Unified School District’s 11 elementary schools and four middle schools spelled their way through a list of formidable words during the threehour event held at Thompson Middle School.

During the last six rounds Lieu went up against Cole Canyon fourth grader Daniel Namkung. It was Namkung’s first time competing in the district spelling bee and he maintained his confidence throughout the evening.

In Round 16 Lieu misspelled apparition and when Namkung misspelled verbatim, the relief on Lieu’s face was evident. In Round 18, Lieu avoided defeat by correctly spelling circumvent.

Next Namkung misspelled piteous, which gave Lieu the victory.

Third place was shared by Dorothy McElhinney eighth grader Ashley Saldana and E. Hale Curran fifth grader OkezieAchara.

Lieu will represent the district at the Riverside County Spelling Bee Feb. 23 and Namkung will be an alternate. Already planning ahead, Lieu said, “To try and win the County Bee, I will study twice as hard and study the dictionary.”

For more information, contact Public Information Officer Karen Parris at (951) 696-1600 ext. 1022.

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their business partners bridge the gap between projected shortages of skilled workers and the millions of high-demand jobs in these STEM industries. Scholarship winners and the programs that deliver rigorous training enabling their success will be announced in fall 2016.

For more information and to view video profiles of 2015 Siemens Technical Scholars, go to http:// as.pn/stscholars.

Mt. San Jacinto College was selected from a national pool of over 1,000 public two-year colleges using publicly available data on student outcomes in three areas, performance, improvement and equity.

Mt. San Jacinto College has been invited to submit an application to the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence containing detailed data on degree and certificate completion (including progress and transfer rates), labor market outcomes (employment and earnings), and student learning outcomes.

Ten finalists will be named in fall 2016. The Aspen Institute will then conduct site visits to each of

the finalists and collect additional quantitative data. A distinguished Prize Jury will select a grand prize winner and a few finalists with distinction in early 2017.

The Aspen Prize is funded by the Joyce Foundation, the Siemens Foundation and the Kresge Foundation.

The Aspen College Excellence Program aims to advance higher education practices, policies, and leadership that significantly improve student outcomes.

Through the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the New College Leadership Project, and other initiatives, the College Excellence Program works to improve colleges’ understanding and capacity to teach and graduate students, especially the growing population of low-income and minority students on American campuses. For more information, visit www.aspeninstitute.org/ college-excellence.

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Help children feel comfortable at the dentist Routine dental examinations and cleanings are an important component of oral health care for both children and adults. However, many children do not visit the dentist until well after the time recommended by medical and dental professionals. Parents may be unaware of the dental health timeline, or they could be reluctant to bring their children for fear of how their kids will behave – especially if parents are harboring their own apprehensions about the dentist.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child go to the dentist by age 1, or within six months of the eruption of his or her first tooth. Yet, according to a survey commissioned by Delta Dental Plans, the average age of a child’s first dental visit is 2.6 years.

Parents worried about how their kids will respond to the dentist can take the following steps to acclimate children to dental visits

to make them more comfortable during their appointments now and down the road.

Be a positive role model. Children frequently learn by example.

If they see their parents being diligent about dental care, they’re more likely to embrace proper oral hygiene. Bring children to your own dental appointments so they understand the process and become familiar with the type of equipment used.

Stick to the first-tooth milestone.

Take your child to the dentist on or about when his or her first tooth erupts. Early dental visits will get kids used to going to the dentist and prevent minor problems that may lead to more complex dental issues.

Read books about the dentist and role play. Information can allay kids’ fears about the dentist. Read books together about dental visits and act out possible scenarios with your kids. Give children toy dental

health tools and have them practice exams on you and vice versa.

Be supportive and instill trust.

Avoid telling your child that everything will be okay. If a procedure is needed, this could affect his or her trust in you and make the dental office an even greater source of anxiety. Simply be supportive and offer a hand to squeeze or a hug if your child needs you.

Consider using your dentist.

Some parents like to take their children to a pediatric dentist, but it may not always be necessary. Many family practices cater to patients of all ages, and the familiarity of the office may help make children feel more comfortable. Speak with your dentist about the ages they see.

Steer clear of negative words.

Michael J. Hanna, DMD, a national representative for the AAPD, suggests using positive phrases like “clean, strong, healthy teeth” to make the visit seem fun and posiRoutine dental examinations and cleanings are an important component of oral health care for both children and adults.

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Hantavirus infected rodents bring health warning Eight out of 13 rodents collected in December from San Timoteo Canyon in the Norton Younglove Preserve near Beaumont have tested positive for hantavirus. The California Department of Public Health confirmed the mice that Riverside County Environmental Health officials submitted have tested positive for the virus. Over the past decade, approximately 10 percent of the rodents collected in Riverside County have tested positive for hantavirus. This is fairly consistent with the average for California.

To date, there are no documented human cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome originating within Riverside County.

Hantavirus may be transmitted by inhaling tiny droplets contaminated with the virus from deer mouse droppings and urine.

Infected rodents do not appear to show any signs of illness and it is important to keep from stirringup materials while cleaning any mouse-infested areas in and around homes, especially in rural areas.

Residents can take the following steps to reduce their exposure to hantavirus:

• Ventilate affected areas for several hours before cleanup by opening doors and windows.

• Use rubber gloves.

• Apply a 10 percent solution of bleach or household disinfectant to contaminated surfaces and allow at least 15 minutes’ contact time before removal.

• Clean the affected area with a sponge or mop. Do not sweep or vacuum.

• Double-bag any dead rodents and cleanup materials (newspaper, paper towels, etc.) securely in plastic bags and seal.

• Before removing gloves, wash gloved hands in disinfectant or with soap and water.

• Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water after removing gloves.

Dispose of gloves and cleanup materials with other household waste.

Individuals concerned about illness should contact their health provider. For more information on hantavirus and the vector control program, contact the Riverside County Department of Environmental Health office in Hemet at (951) 766-9454 or use the department website at www. rivcoeh.org/Programs/vector .

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Riverside County health officials investigating two unrelated tuberculosis cases in area RIVERSIDE – Health officials are working to notify people who may have been infected with tuberculosis after two unrelated cases were reported in different locations in Riverside County.

In one instance, an employee who works for the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services in Lake Elsinore has been diagnosed with active tuberculosis, but county health officials believe the individual had minimal contact with the public while the person was infectious.

The individual, who is not being identified, was hospitalized and is now receiving treatment at home.

Public health officials are working to identify who and how many people might have been exposed to the illness.

In the other instance, a student at Desert Mirage High School in Thermal is suspected of having tuberculosis, and health officials believe the circumstances warrant notification of those who may have been exposed. The student, who is not being identified, was hospitalized and is receiving treatment.

The two cases are not related.

“TB is a treatable illness once it

is diagnosed. The risk of transmission is low in both instances but we are working to ensure that anyone who may have been exposed will be tested as a precaution,” said Dr. Cameron Kaiser, Riverside County public health officer.

If the initial tuberculosis test is positive, individuals will then be referred for a chest X-ray.

Those who might have been exposed to tuberculosis will be notified by letter – or their parents/guardians for students – and will be tested. The letters were mailed out this week.

Those who do not receive a letter from the health department are not considered at risk for infection.

Coachella Valley Unified Superintendent Dr. Darryl Adams urged people who receive the letters to get tested, and he said the district has been working closely with county health officials.

“The District’s No. 1 priority is the safety and health of all of our students and entire staff,” he said.

“The student identified is not currently in school. While the case is not confirmed, the district office and high school administration is fully cooperating with the health

department to follow proper county protocol in identifying and notifying anyone who may have been exposed to the illness as a precaution. Working together we can make sure to keep our school community healthy.”

Tuberculosis is a disease spread through the air during prolonged, repeated and close contact with an individual who is infected with active tuberculosis. When left untreated, tuberculosis can result in complications that can be serious.

Tuberculosis is not spread by shaking hands, sharing food or drink, or via bed linens or toilet seats.

Symptoms include a productive cough, unexplained weight loss, fever and feeling tired. Not everyone infected with tuberculosis bacteria becomes sick. A person with inactive (latent) tuberculosis cannot spread it to others.

Anyone concerned about tuberculosis can contact their health care provider or the Public Health Department Disease Control at (951) 358-5107. For additional information about tuberculosis, visit www. rivco-diseasecontrol.org .

TEMECULA – Our society places a large value on being popular.

Television, movies and magazines tend to focus on “winners,” people who excel at what they do and seem to be loved and/or respected by everyone around them.

But many of us are plagued by the anxiety that comes with not really being sure of where we stand with others. We may fear that someone is only pretending to like us while actually criticizing us negatively or laughing at us behind our backs.

If you’re a parent, you’ve most likely heard these feelings from your child. When he or she comes from school complaining that “Nobody likes me!” or “I don’t have any friends!” you are usually aware that what is being said isn’t the full picture. But you also see how painful and traumatic the perceived situation is for your child.

Such feelings are a natural part of a child’s development. Puberty and early adolescence have children facing a number of physical and emotional changes that, while a normal part of development, can leave a child feeling insecure and frightened.

As parents, we can help overcome these fears and related feelings by showing patience and understanding. When we listen carefully to complaints and offer positive advice, we can help a child get past his or her insecurity. The key is not to dismiss your child’s concerns, but instead to offer positive, reassuring feedback without being critical or judgmental.

But this isn’t just a childhood problem. Many adults also face feelings of anxiety and insecurity. Someone may believe he or she can’t make friends and feels uncomfortable in social situations. A common feeling can be that everything you say or do is being critiqued or judged and that you are constantly found to be falling short.

While it’s perfectly normal to have such thoughts and feelings at various times, if they have become almost constant and have you withdrawing from work and social situations, avoiding family and neighbors, or always trying to not be noticed so you won’t be judged, the problem is a serious one that can lead to harmful depression.

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HS Wrestling: No debate, Golden Bears win 28th straight

27-22 win over Broncos gives Temecula Valley 28th consecutive league title

Avery Crespin (center) is lifted into the air by his teammates as his 4-3 win in the night’s final match clinched the team title for Temecula Valley.

The Temecula Valley Golden Bears are Southwestern League Champions for the 28th consecutive time.

Dean Fioresi Sportswriter It all came down to 3 inches.

With a 24-22 lead heading into the final match, it was do or die for the Temecula Valley Golden Bears as they sought their 28th consecutive league Title, 19th consecutive since the forming of the Southwestern League.

But Vista Murrieta wasn’t planning on making it easy.

The final showdown – a matchup between 106-pounders in TV’s Michael Munoz and Vista’s Avery Crespin – came down to the final seconds and just a few inches.

All Munoz had to do was outlast his opponent. He got off to a good start, jumping out to a 4-0 lead after two periods thanks to a series of takedowns.

With the match and season on the line, Crespin would catch an early break on a near fall that brought the score to 4-3. His next move brought the arena to a near deafening roar as he held Munoz’s shoulder inches above the ground, looking for the pin and Vista’s first ever league title… when Munoz snapped out of it for the Golden Bears 28th straight championship and 110th consecutive win.

Back to the beginning The Broncos came out of the gate firing on all cylinders, when Arturo Baez took the 16-5 victory over Temecula Valley’s Zach Cheng in 115s, giving the Broncos

a 4-0 lead.

TV would respond quickly though, taking three straight matches: a 5-3 overtime victory from Phillip Applegate, an 8-1 victory from Dillan Johnson over Ryan Stewart in 126s and a huge win from Ascension Rodriguez in 137s, taking down the state’s No. 17 wrestler, Alex Gomez, 7-6 on an escape with time running out.

With the 9-4 lead, the Bears would send out 138-pounder Antonio Gonzalez to take on the Broncos Kaden Peterson. Peterson would go on to earn the huge 16-5 win, Vista’s second four-point victory of the match.

Again TV would respond with a win to give themselves the 12-8 lead. But it was then Vista’s turn to make a run, as they took three straight matches with victories from Anthony Orozco, the No. 3 wrestler in California, Jacob Cooper and Daniel Hampton. #Thestruggleisreal It began to look like the end was nearing for TV as they fell behind 18-12. And then things got really interesting. The Bears sent out one of their best in last year’s league champion in 172s, Paul Monteforte. Monteforte would earn a quick six-points, tying the match at 18-18 with a first round pin, the only one of the evening.

In what was one of the night’s most exciting matches, a showdown between 195-pounders Caleb Joseph (Vista) and Austin Pelak

(TV), the two traded blows and scores as they threw each other around the mat, heading into the third period tied 4-4. With just a few seconds left on the clock and a 9-8 lead, it looked like Joseph was going to hand Vista the lead, and then head coach Lyndon Campbell noticed that the Vista scorers had failed to award Pelak points for a near fall earlier in the period.

21-18 TV. Danger zone Campbell commented on the mishap by the scorers, which caused an uproar on both sides of the arena, as no one really knew what was going on. “They missed it. That’s their job. They didn’t have it, that’s their fault. We have great stat girls that know what’s up.”

Rachaun Wagstaff, who was also a standoff football player, would give the Broncos a late lead after dominating Jacob Fortin 9-1, giving Vista their fourth and final four-point victory of the night.

TV’s Michael Stann answered right back though, taking a close 2-0 bout over Vista, giving the Bears the slight 24-22 lead before Munoz and Crespin took to the mat.

Celebrating the win After the match an ecstatic Campbell shook parent’s hands and hugged players as the Bears fans took over the Broncos gym floor. But he wanted to make sure he gave props where they were

Temecula Valley’s Avery Crespin and Vista Murrieta’s Michael Munoz meet in the night’s final match to determine the Southwestern league David Canales photos Team champion.

Vista Murrieta hosted the reigning Southwestern League Champions in the final league meet of the season Wednesday, Feb. 3.

due, “We knew it was going to be that close. All of our kids had to wrestle, not just one. All 14 of them. We knew it was going to be a barnburner and that’s what it was! Hat’s off to them they have a

great team.”

When asked what 19 consecutive titles as head coach felt like, Campbell said it as simply as possible, “Oh, it’s awesome.”

Pro Motocross team takes over Wienerschnitzel for Charity Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog chain, is giving control of the Temecula location to their motocross partner, Joe Gibbs Racing Motocross (JGRMX), Thursday, Feb. 11, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Members of the JGRMX team including riders Weston Peick, Justin Barcia and Phil Nicoletti, along with team owner, Coy Gibbs, will take over the restaurant to help Wienerschnitzel raise funds for two nonprofit organizations. The restaurant takeover is happening just days before the Sixth Round Monster Energy Supercross race at Petco Park in San

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“It’s a great feeling to know that JGRMX stands behind our mission of ‘serving food to serve others,’” said Wienerschnitzel Chief Visionary Officer, Rico Ferrante.

“We are truly passionate about using our restaurants as vessels to give back to our communities as much as possible. This event is a great way to raise funds for important causes while having some fun with the fans!”

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Local student athletes commit as National Signing Day commences JP Raineri Sports Editor Nearly one-hundred senior student athletes were reported by athletic directors from schools all over southwest Riverside County to have begun the next step in their journey of playing sports at the next level.

National Signing Day took place Wednesday, Feb. 3, and is the first day a high school senior can sign their national letter of intent. Some of the most-highly recruited student athletes from Southern California and across the country made their announcements and signed their paperwork, sealing the future for college programs around the country. The deadline for most student athletes to sign before the start of the college season is Aug. 1, of that given year.

As usual, national signing day had its share of theatrics, like Linfield standout utility football player,

Tanner Kulijian, Demetric Felton, Ryan Boehm, Bryson Cain and Jake Schwarzer are five of nine student Amanda Schwarzer photo athletes from Great Oak that have signed to play their sport (football) in college.

Lorenzo Burns, who had over 27 different offers and went with the University of Arizona by picking their hat up from off a table filled with other notable colleges during the news conference held at Linfield High School that day. Fellow Linfield teammate, Michael Brown, who set records at Linfield for the longest field goal and longest punt, had a trick up his sleeve too when he chose USC, which was a shock to many as he kept that hidden from even school officials until the last minute.

Murrieta Valley High School packed their gym with the most student athletes this time around, coming in at 19, and Chaparral was right up there with 17. The following student athletes were reported to the Valley News as the future begins taking shape with a new batch of recruits who dream of finding success at the next level:

Murrieta Valley High School Amber Bishop - Liberty University - Softball Autumn Bishop - Liberty University - Softball Katie Hinkle - Long Island University - Softball Lindsay Kuss - Yale - Softball Hudson Rawlings - Brown University - Water Polo Tara Prentice - UCLA - Water Polo Delayne Lynton - UCI - Water Polo Jovana Kuljanin - Boise State - Tennis McKenna Miller - BYU - Volleyball Savannah Hilde - Biola University - Volleyball Dakota Dantzer - Pacific University - Soccer Sierra Crawford - Air Force Academy - Soccer Cassidy Leake - Angelo State University - Soccer Kenedie Hemrich - Pacific University - Soccer Quireo Woodley - Fresno State - Football Alex Fewell - University of Northern Arizona - Football Dexter Cole - Whittier College - Football Cade Vinskey - Arizona Christian - Football Mazin Khalil - Western New Mexico - Football Chaparral’s Alyson Moriarty signs her papers to commit Great Oak’s Samantha Clanton signs her letter of intent to Chaparral High School to Sonoma State University to play Volleyball next year.

Breven Engelson - U.S. Air Force Academy - Basketball play soccer for Oberlin College on National Signing Day. Courtesy photo Matthew Ressler photo Isaiah Hall - Humboldt State University - Football Lloyd Hightower - University of Idaho - Football Bryse Kwasney - Western New Mexico University - Football Jordan Dow - California Baptist University - Soccer Gabriella Manno - Cal. State San Marcos - Soccer Bianca McFarland - University of Tennessee at Martin - Soccer Kaipolani Mortensen - Eastern Oregon University – Soccer Juliana Fadaol - Denison University - Softball Athena Triglia - Ohio Northern University - Softball Alyson Moriarity - Sonoma State University - Volleyball Elizabeth Pulver - Stony Brook University - Volleyball Emerson Sluis - George Mason University - Volleyball Jack Donnelly - Gannon University - Water Polo Adonis Cornejo - TBD - Water Polo Max Irvin - Lindenwood University Belleville – Wrestling Garrett Strang - Western State Colorado University - Wrestling Vista Murrieta High School Dwayne Johnson - San Diego State – Football Chaparral student athletes gathered in the Performing Arts Center to sign their letters of intent on National Jalen Russell - Naval Academy - Football Signing Day. Matthew Ressler photo Kyle Williams - Arizona State - Football Kevin Atkins - Fresno State - Football Ryan Hudkins - Delta State - Football Dakota Roberts - Delta State - Football Spencer Ramer - Dominican University - Lacrosse Kalin Sandow - Montana State (Billings) - Soccer Elise Benner - Northern University - Soccer Jordan Testerman - Cornell University - Track and Field Michaela Reynolds - Univ. of North Carolina (Pembroke) - Track & Field Alex Cha - Claremont-Mckenna College - Track and Field Great Oak High School Jake Schwarzer - U.S. Naval Academy - Football Demetric Felton - UCLA - Football Bryson Cain - Arizona - Football Ryan Boehm - Football - (plans to walk on at UCLA) Tanner Kulijian - Sacramento State - Football Karsyn Hasch - Murray State University - Soccer Samantha Clanton - Oberlin College, Ohio - Soccer Alex Segeberg - CSU San Bernardino - Soccer Linfield football players, Tim Lee, Ty Whitworth, Lorenzo Burns, Greg Holt, Mike Brown and Isaiah Pate all Alex Franklin - Cal State San Marcos - Soccer signed their letters of intent on National Signing Day. Annette Saenz photo Linfield Christian School Tim Lee - Azusa Pacific - Football Isaiah Pate - Trinity International University - Football Greg Holt - Tufts university - Football Ty Whitworth - Weber University - Football Mike Brown - University of Southern California - Football Lorenzo Burns - University of Arizona – Football Murrieta Mesa High School Joseph Bernal - University of Toronto - Water Polo Averie Middleton - Humboldt State University - Soccer Annie Blackwood - Point Loma Nazarene University - Soccer Paloma Valley High School Robert Halverson - Briar Cliff University - Football Heritage High School Alexa Valencia - La Sierra University - Softball Vista Murrieta High School student athletes during National Signing Day. All “r” Stars Photography Alina Ponce De Leon - Holy Family University - Softball Madyson Camacho - North Dakota State - Softball Noah Marcinkowski - Adrian College - Volleyball Jalen Glover - Minot State - Football Aleva Hifo - BYU - Football Brett Virgil - Army - Football Quentin Asberry - Western New Mexico - Football Gilbert Hernandez - Whittier College - Football and Track Hunter Guertin - Western New Mexico – Football *These were the local schools that reported their student athletes to the Valley News.

Nineteen student athletes from MVHS signed their letters of intent on National Signing Day.

Murrieta Mesa’s Averie Middleton, Joseph Bernal and Annie Blackwood signed their letters of intent to play college sports on National Signing Day. Alicia Salcedo photo

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Heritage High School had 10 student athletes, the most in the school’s history, sign their letters of intent on National Signing Day. www.kristijophotography.com

Valley News • www.myvalleynews.com • February 12, 2016

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Winter sports playoff pictures defined by latest CIF-SS polls JP Raineri Sports Editor The final week of the regular season is here for all winter sports student athletes and the battle to the top has been exciting as the post season cloud looms over the valley.

For boys’ basketball, Temecula Valley (22-4, 7-1) has taken sole possession of first place in the Southwestern League, while Great Oak (16-8, 6-2) and Vista Murrieta (14-10, 5-3) follow closely behind, and just out of reach from the remainder of the field. In the Sunbelt League the Elsinore Tigers (14-13, 8-1) and the Perris Panthers (16-4, 8-1) will face each other to battle it out one more time for control of first place, while Paloma Valley (16-9, 6-3) holds on to third place, as they enter into a tough game with Temescal Canyon (7-17, 4-5) who is not out of contention just yet. Linfield (14-8, 7-5) stands in third place in the Ambassador League and should find themselves extending their season after they finish off against Notre Dame and Arrowhead this week. In the South Valley League, the monster that is Rancho Christian (14-11, 8-0) remains undefeated in league and are one game away from claiming the SVL title. Temecula Prep and Nuview Bridge round out the top three with two games to go this week. Cornerstone Christian of the Majestic League did not fare well this season, but the California Lutheran C-Hawks are currently in a three-way tie for third place, making things interesting as they head into this final week.

On the girls’ side of the court, Vista Murrieta (23-2, 8-0) has guaranteed themselves a spot in the post season with their fourth straight league championship, the only question that remains is if there is anyone that will challenge the Lady Broncos with just two games to go. Great Oak (15-7, 6-2) and Temecula Valley (16-8, 5-3) are in second and third, but Murrieta Valley (11-12, 4-4) could change things if they stay hot and win the week. Lakeside (21-4, 9-0) has taken the Sunbelt League by storm again this season and could take another undefeated league season

with them into the post season with just one game to go this week. The Lady Lancers have won league in an undefeated fashion for the past two years, losing just once before that to Perris in 2013. Temescal Canyon (19-5, 7-2) and Heritage (16-7, 5-4) should also find themselves in the post season as they control the two and three spots in the standings. Temecula Prep (13-9, 7-1) has found themselves in the top spot for the South Valley League, though unranked, while Cornerstone Christian (6-5, 4-2) is in second place in the Majestic League. The California Lutheran C-Hawks (20-2, 10-0) are taking an unblemished Arrowhead League record into the posts season.

Boys soccer in the Southwestern League has Chaparral (13-5-1, 6-2) claiming the league title this season with Vista Murrieta, Temecula Valley and Murrieta Mesa all fighting for positioning this week.

Temescal Canyon controlled the Sunbelt League with their 16-2-4 overall record, Paloma Valley has the No. 2 spot locked up and Perris and Heritage are within one game of having a shot at the post season.

The Santa Rosa Academy Rangers are the only other local team, representing the South Valley League, to make it to the posts season, taking third place this season.

For the girls teams, Vista Murrieta (17-3-4, 6-1-1) could see a Southwestern League title come their way with two wins this week, but not if Temecula Valley (16-3-2, 5-1-2) and Chaparral (13-5-4, 5-21) have anything to say about it, the battle continues as all three look for that top spot. In the Sunbelt League, Paloma Valley (9-9-4, 7-0-2) and Temescal Canyon (12-7-5, 8-1) are fighting for the league title, with Lakeside (9-9-7, 4-3-2) far behind in third place. Linfield Christian (15-4-1, 9-3) will find themselves in the post season, representing the Ambassador League as they battle for the two spot this week along with Rancho Christian (10-3-1, 9-1-1) and Santa Rosa Academy (14-5-1, 9-3) of the South Valley league, who are representing the one and three spots heading into this last week.

Riley Schaefer (22) scores 19 points to put Temecula Valley atop the Southwestern league standings with a 41-37 victory over Great Oak. David Canales photo

The Temecula Valley bench celebrates as they move to the top of the Southwestern standings last week with their 41-37 victory over Great David Canales photo Oak.

Adrian Landeros (5) and the Chaparral Pumas can clinch their second Southwestern League title in the past three years with wins this week.

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[Left] Mia Villareal and the Lady Broncos can clinch their fourth straight Southwestern League title this week as they look to remain Annette Saenz photo undefeated in league.

CIF-SS Rankings as of 2/8 Boys Basketball Temecula Valley #2 in Division 1A Temecula Prep #14 in Division 5AA Linfield Christian #16 in Division 5AA Rancho Christian #2 in Division 5A California Lutheran T11 in Division 6 Girls Basketball Vista Murrieta #4 in Division 1AA Temescal Canyon #6 in Division 2A Lakeside #5 in Division 3AA Calvary Murrieta #12 in Division 5A California Lutheran #2 in Division 6

Boys Soccer Temescal Canyon #9 in Division 4 Santa Rosa Academy #7 in Division 7

Wrestling Temecula Valley #1 in Eastern Division Temescal Canyon #5 in Eastern Division

Girls Soccer Vista Murrieta #4 in Division 2 Temecula Valley #6 in Division 2 Paloma Valley #3 in Division 6 Temescal Canyon #4 in Division 6 Girls Water Polo Murrieta Valley #1 in Division 2 Vista Murrieta #6 in Division 2 Temescal Canyon #8 in Division 6

HS Girls Water Polo: Vista Murrieta runners-up in Conqueror’s Classic Amira Van Buren’s eight. Kendra Johnston added 25 saves through the first four games of play.

In their closest match of the tournament they held the lead heading into the fourth period, 7-4. It looked like they were well on their way to another victory when the Spartans stormed back to take the lead and eventually the victory.

The Broncos, who finished regular season league play 4-1, now prepare for round three of the Southwestern League Carousel which begins Feb. 9. There, they will face another league opponent after taking commanding victories in the first two rounds, a 21-4 victory over Great Oak and a 17-2 win over Murrieta Mesa.

League Finals will take place Feb. 11.

To comment on this story, or for the latest updates in local sports, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

Dean Fioresi Sportswriter The Vista Murrieta girls’ water polo team competed in the ninth Annual Conqueror’s Classic over this past weekend. Hosted by Los Altos High School, the event featured dozens of schools from all-around the CIF-SS including the San Gabriel Valley, Inland Empire, Orange County, the South Bay and Oxnard.

The Broncos, now 20-7, stormed past their competition up until the final round, beating their two bracket opponents by a combined score of 28-6 to earn their spot on the winner’s bracket.

On the second day of the play, the girls would start out well, downing Westridge by a score of 13-8 to move on to the semifinals. They would then crush Oxnard 14-3, heading to the finals where they faced Schurr High School.

Heading into the final game, Chloe Robinson was the team’s leading scorer with 17 goals, followed by Isabel Rack’s 12 and

After a second place finish at the ninth Annual Conqueror’s Classic, the Lady Broncos Water Polo team will now prepare for round three of the Southwestern League Carousel which begins Feb. 9. Annette Saenz photo

Youth athlete from Murrieta takes first at recent Triathlon JP Raineri Sports Editor

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Youth triathlons are becoming increasingly popular in the U.S. and how could they not be when the premise of three sports being rolled into one equals triple the fun. The races are as exciting and fast-paced as adult triathlons, featuring timed races and the same three sports as a typical triathlon – swimming, biking and running.

Naturally the distances vary by age group and one local young athlete from Murrieta has had much success competing in this arena.

Timmy Pourkazemi, a 14-yearold who attends Thompson Middle School, has been competing for over one year now and at his most recent triathlon in Palm Springs, which was put on by Hits Triathlon Series, Timmy took first place in his age group (13-15), with a time of 3:18:27. The series of events included a 1500-meter swim, 40-kilometer bike and a 10-kilo-

meter run, which is considered an Olympic sized triathlon.

“As I went through I kept saying that I couldn’t, I wanted to quit and make it easy, but I always told myself that when I finish it will be the best time of my life, and that was true. It was such an accomplishment for me,” said Pourkazemi.

Pourkazemi is no stranger to success at these events now that he is currently pursuing his fourth triathlon. At his very first triathlon in Redondo Beach at the age of 13, Timmy took second overall and first for his age group. It was a ¼-mile ocean swim, 3-mile bike and a 1-mile run.

His second triathlon in Del Mar was a reverse triathlon and it was a 5-kilometer run, a 15-kilometer bike and a 200-meter swim.

“I did well in that one too, in my age group and I came in first.

Not in the kids’ triathlon, but in the full triathlon,” said the young competitor.

When not training or competing,

Pourkazemi also plays water polo for Elite Water Polo, but is very much focused on his next triathlon, back in Redondo Beach this June.

Pourkazemi’s plans for the future after this year involve doing more Olympic triathlons and by the time he finishes high school, he wants to have done an Iron Man triathlon, which is a 2.4mile swim, a 112-mile bike and a 26.2-mile run. After that, an Ultra Man triathlon, which is a 6.2-mile swim, 261.4-mile bike and a 52.4mile run. And after that, the sky is the limit for this up and coming athlete.

As an advocate for youth sports and what can be done to get involved Pourkazemi says, “You can do little triathlons and just do that for a bit and then move up, you don’t have to move up as quickly as I did. Throughout my triathlons I didn’t train much and I finished in a good position. So if I could do it without training, everyone could do it with training.”

Timmy Pourkazemi took first place in his age group at a recent triathlon in Palm Springs, which was put on by Hits Triathlon Captivating Sports photo Series.

February 12, 2016 • www.myvalleynews.com • Valley News

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INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP

(951) 285-6461

Children and Adults

FLOORING

John and Audrey

WEST COAST FLOORING OUTLETS 26 Years in Business RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL Carpet, Wood Floor, Tile, Laminate, LVP, VCT

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760-468-0849 701 S. Main, Fallbrook REAL ESTATE

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MOUNTAIN VALLEY ROOFING Above All-A-SUPER-ROOF Specializing in Leak Repair and Roof Certification Over 40 years experience!

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SECURITY

ADT SECURITY SYSTEMS Buy Direct from ADT Local Field Manager/Rep. I come to you for free Inspections/Quotes BEST BUSINESS DEAL,LIMITED TIME OFFER.

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VILLAGE PROPERTIES Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated

NEW LISTINGS

HOME BUYS

consistency We’ve

PREVIEW HOMES

WWW.COLDWELLBANKERPREVIEWS.COM FOR VIRTUAL TOURS AND MORE!

SOLD

Handcrafted Charm! Custom-built 4BD/3BA comfortable living in a quality setting. Open beam ceiling, corbels, Saltillo tile flooring, plantation shutters, expansive wraparound deck overlooking a garden, fountain & pool. 160002675 $635,000

MORE HOMES

Single story offers the ultimate in gracious living.

Remodeled kitchen, vaulted ceilings, dual pane windows, pergo floors, all new interior paint, ceiling fans, & all new front & backyard low maintenance landscaping! 160000508 $429,000

4.64 acre very private exclusive estate at end of road. 1000’ elevation with Pano views of Santa Margarita & San Bernardino Mtns! Highly upgraded Mark Kirk custom w/dramatic entryway, 18’ ceiling and more. Exquisite architectural details throughout. 150065775 $850,000 - $925,000

than any other company in town!

LAND/BUILDING SITES

Custom 3,173sq ft, 4BD/4BA single level home.

Each BD suite w/own bath. Views from many rooms. Entertainer’s kitchen w/room for a crowd.

Storage w/built-ins throughout. Vaulted ceilings, Skylights & ceiling fans. 160004533 $627,000

That Country Feeling Awaits! 3212 SF, single level on 2.01 acres. 4 BD + 1 optional, 3 BA. Warm, inviting family room w/perfect floor plan for entertaining. 4 Car garage plus fenced backyard. 150052195 $739,000

Approx. 40 acres - planted with avocados and flowers. Well, approx. 60 GPM. 2 - 2” water meters, bunk house, stream monitored by the Farm Bureau. 17 varieties of greens and flowers; 1,100 Avocados includes 200 Lam Hass & regular Hass Avocados. numerous potential home sites. Outstanding Vistas.

150019787 $585,000 Exceptional property! Income producing Hass Avocado Grove. 128.13 acre current crop included! Excellent production; professionally managed/well maintained. 3 APN’s. Potential for estate home w/grove. Pano 360 views.

140045559 $754,000

This darling 2 bedroom and a den home is perfect for downsizing families. Located in Fallbrook’s only Senior Gated Community.

160000287

$419,000

Charming home located in the Gated Greer Ranch in Murrieta. Shows like a Model with the feel of comfort from the time you enter. Amenities included, Pool/Spa, clubhouse, sport court & walking trails. SW15219910 $489,000

13 acre exclusive Bonsall estate homesite with excellent producing Hass Avocado grove! Private prestigious gated community Electric & 1.5” water meter. 140040874 $270,000

Custom 3739 Sq.Ft. 4 BR home on 3 acres with pool, mature landscaping & avocado grove. Massive brick FP, French doors & crown molding plus much more set this luxury home apart. Panoramic sunset and Gird Valley views. 150017821 $849,000

Magnificent hilltop villa - unbelievable views! 4 BD, 5 BA, guest suite, custom features throughout.

150038574

$849,000

OUR COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERITES AGENTS: Don Bennetts Kimberly Biller Judy Bresnahan

Johnny Faubel Jane Felton Jerry Gordon

Pat Bresnahan Abby Elston Susie Emory

Jessica Huber Lorene Johnson Paul Kavanaugh

Bret Hasvold Chris Hasvold Cynthia Hauff

Linda Gordon Tess Hansford Eddie Harrison

Cheryl Pizzo JoAnn Rapaszky Vicki Robertson

Ruth Kavanaugh Cathy Kudroshoff Kay O’Hara

Jordan Rochlis Nancy Schrimpf Donna Shanahan

Janice Shannon Geri Sides Tom Van Wie

WELCOME TO THE TERRACES

Susie’s Home Collection...

Professionalism with a Personal Touch.

760-525-9744

s u s i e @ cbvillage. c o m

3+BR, 3BA, 2668 sq.ft. Light & bright. Two master suites, office, storage room and much more!

VILLAGE PROPERTIES

CalBRE# 01079037

$420,000

TESS HANSFORD 1st in Customer Service Awards

VILLAGE PROPERTIES

CalBRE# 01130589

760.803.8377 800.372.0008 RETURN TO A QUIET, SIMPLER LIFESTYLE. Located off Live Oak Park Road in desirable Los Alisos. Recent kitchen remodel; surrounded by plants, oaks and Mulberry tree. 2BD, 2BA, 1800sf. $525,000

Why choose to work with me?

My clients have the answers –

YOUR OWN PIECE OF PARADISE. Charming adobe home on 2 parcels totaling over 9 acs. Water meter and well! Vaulted ceilings thruout, skylights, enclosed patios and awesome views. Over 3600 sf, 4+BD. $735,000

Cheryl Pizzo & Don Bennetts

Call

NancySchrimpf@gmail.com www.NancySchrimpf.com Follow me on VILLAGE PROPERTIES

CalBRE #01916190

Sycamore Ranch

Personal Dedicated Service

Cheryl 760-468-2218 Don 760-822-3284 CalBRe# 00815495

VILLAGE PROPERTIES

Calbre# 01450115

NET ZERO SOLAR – FREE ELECTRIC!

Nancy Schrimpf

760.717.2307

LORENE JOHNSON

Specializing in Fallbrook For 30 yearS

“Fantastic, Extremely Professional. I really appreciated her steady stream of communication. Nancy did everything in her power to negotiate the best possible outcome for us.” Anna “Her wealth of knowledge of a fairly complex area, her stellar negotiating ability and her incredible people skills were obvious to all throughout the process.” Jim “She was a true advocate for us during the entire process and went beyond our expectations to get us into the perfect home.” Lynn “WANT TO BUY OR SELL A HOUSE? CALL NANCY SCHRIMPF! SHE IS THE BEST! HANDS DOWN.” Rainbow, CA

Gated Community!

UNBELIEVABLE VIEWS! 4.5 ACRES!

Lovely updated 4BD home with sweeping views as far as you can see. The view deck is the entire length of the home. Main living areas open to deck for convenient access to entertain.

The master suite is separated from 3 bdrm wing. Great use of sq. footage and design. There is a walk out basement/storage area. Passive net zero solar system. Also has the possibility of a well share. Great big bonus for the future buyer.

Offered at $695,000

Marketing Fallbrook for 35 years

GATED COMMUNITY FOR 55+ EAST RIDGE, located in the small village community of Fallbrook. Beautiful home that opens to mountain views and evening sunsets. Spacious open floor plan, wood beam ceilings and two roomy master suites.

You can enjoy the comfortable patio year round. $479,000

760.522.2588

LoreneRealtor@aol.com VILLAGE PROPERTIES

CalBRE# 00612840

What are you waiting for?

Let’s Get to Work.

Jessi Huber 760.419.9802

Ready to Build Your Custom Home!

sellwithjess@gmail.com

VILLAGE PROPERTIES

CalBRE #01929597

Immaculate with Golf Course View!

Highly desirable Sycamore Ranch single story with detached casita plus workshop on 1.34 ac cul-de-sac location. What more can you ask for!

Exquisite custom front doors, hardwood flrs, plantation shutters, many upgrades.

Offered at $769,000

Fully improved 2.26 acre view parcel on private cul-desac with southerly view. Water meter, 200 amp power transformer in place, Large certified pad, approved 4BD septic layout (may require updating), phone/cable conduit in place.

Offered at $199,000

Call Tom Van Wie 760.703.6400

Offered at $349,000

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2BD, 2BA, 1344 sf end unit. Granite, plantation shutters, private yard.

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Call Today 760.207.8497

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