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Volume 18, Issue 10

Rod Run speeds back to Temecula for annual show

Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A commercial retail center with farmers market like stations and dining space is officially coming to Old Town now that the Temecula City Council has given it the go-ahead. see page A-3

Local LE opens first application cycle for cannabis activities Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

John Baker revs the engine of his ‘69 Cadillac while flames shoot from the dual exhaust during the Temecula Rod Run Friday night cruise, March 2. See story and more photos on page C-1. Shane Gibson photo

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Pechanga celebrates $300 million resort expansion Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

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The Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians celebrated the official grand opening of Pechanga Resort and Casino’s $300 million resort expansion last week with remarks from tribal and local officials, a ribbon cutting and a performance from legendary rocker Steven Tyler. The expansion, which makes Pechanga the biggest resort and casino on the West Coast, adds 568 AAA Four Diamond Hotel rooms, a 4.5 acre pool complex, two additional restaurants, a luxury spa and 40,000-square-foot event center known as the Summit. Most of those things are open already, but the pool complex, The Cove, and one of the restaurants, Coveside Grill, is slated to open March 19 pending weather conditions and construction, according to Pechanga Resort and Casino spokeswoman Ciara Green.

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The large expansion of the new Pechanga hotel building’s lobby called the Atrium, during a preview event, March 2. Shane Gibson photo

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Reality Rally organizers, community members get tour of Michelle’s Place Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Every year the Reality Rally raises funds for Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center in Temecula through star-studded events, including an Amazing Race-style game, lip sync battle and culinary competition that take place May 3-5. This year, in advance of the event, Michelle’s Place Executive Director Kim Gerrish held a tour of the Michelle’s Place facility on Jefferson Avenue and a breakdown of services provided to women as they navigate the emotionally, financially and physically draining effects of breast cancer. “The biggest thing we offer is hope and safety,” Gerrish said during the tour Saturday, March 3. She said that from the moment women walk in, they are helped by a volunteer for the nonprofit

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Breast cancer resource center Michelle’s Place supporters gather at the Temecula facility for a special tour of the many services and operations that take place at the center for individuals battling cancer, March 3. Shane Gibson photo

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An artist’s rendering shows what the Town Square Marketplace will look like when it is completed. The Courtesy photo project was approved by the Temecula City Council on Feb. 27.

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A commercial retail center with farmers market like stations and dining space is officially coming to Old Town now that the Temecula City Council has given it the goahead. The council voted unanimously Feb. 27, to approve the Town Square Marketplace, an 87,280-square-foot commercial retail center that would comprise two three-story buildings. Each of the buildings would bracket the City’s Town Square park. The park, along with the adjoining civic center, has been the setting for numerous city events such as the New Year’s Eve Grape Drop, Pechanga Pu’eska Mountain Day, Memorial Day events and concerts. In addition to public restrooms for such events, the marketplace will also provide a dedicated electrical station for equipment. In the past the city would need to bring in an outside generator, Councilman Mike Naggar said. Each of the two Mission revivalstyle buildings are designed to house farmer’s market-like kiosks that would vend food items such as pastries, deli meats and cheeses as well artworks and knick knacks. One of the buildings will likely have dining setup where people can

purchase their food and bring it to a centralized patio area to eat while the other may have a more formal dining option. Ms. Miller, a regular at Temecula City Council meetings in recent weeks, was the only person to speak against the marketplace, saying it would add more people and more traffic to the city’s historic district. “Temecula doesn’t need more buildings decreasing the sunlight that graced this country town,” the notably impassioned Miller said. “Instead another three story building - two of them - is coming in striking a resemblance of a mini New York, satisfying the whims of displaced New Yorkians.” Members of the city council praised the project. “I think Mr. Truax has done a fantastic, phenomenal job in designing this project, not only to accommodate the many eateries that it’s going to accommodate, but also designing it in such a way where it takes advantage of seating for concert space,” Mayor Pro-Tem Mike Naggar said before the project’s approval. “I think it’s going to launch our Old Town into a whole other dimension.” Naggar noted that the final project had been the end result of long-running negotiations between a subcommittee consisting of

Councilman Jeff Comerchero and himself, and Truax. He said he was happy with the final project as well as the additions of the public restrooms and electrical station. “Those discussions weren’t always congenial, but they were always respectful and here we are winding up in a place today where I feel I can fully endorse this project,” he said. Comerchero said he recalled a conversation about the project with the city’s senior and planning staffs when the city was first considering contracting with Truax Development. “I said, ‘we as a subcommittee are going to recommend Bernie Truax and I guarantee you two things: He’s going to be difficult to work with and he’s going to produce an outstanding result’ and Mr. Truax you have succeeded on both counts,” Comerchero said, eliciting laughter from throughout the council chambers. After approval of the project, Mayor Matt Rahn took the time to note that Truax was not from New York. “For the record, Mr. Truax, you are from West Virginia, right,” Rahn asked, receiving laughs from several people in the room. Alex Groves can be reached by email at agroves@reedermedia. com.

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Do you remember as a child having that special toy, the one you needed with you at all times? Perhaps you do and perhaps that toy was lost or ruined, devastating you at a young age. Two-year-old Bruce Eschler knows that feeling. Thanks to the folks at Assistance League of Temecula Valley’s “Operation Bear Hug,” he also knows what it is like to be reunited with his special friend. Eschler lost his special friend after it was mutilated by the family bulldog, Tinkerbell. Tinkerbell had completely ripped the face off Eschler’s best teddy bear friend, Al, who his sister received upon her admittance to the emergency room at Loma Linda Medical Center in 2016. When she got home, her brother Bruce and the bear became best buddies, and he named him Al. Bruce’s father is in the military, and the family thought Al was a reminder of his dad while he was away for long periods of time. “The kids just latched onto it,” Jessica Eschler said. The bears are MRI-certified, meaning they are made without materials such as magnets or metals and don’t have any detachable pieces. Little Bruce became enamored with the bear, taking Al with him everywhere. On many occasions, Jessica Eschler had to remind her son that, “the bear does not go in the bathtub,” she said.

The boy’s attachment to his special friend made its loss that much more painful, and to make matters worse, since Al was not a regular toy, it could not be replaced with a trip to the store, Eschler said. Desperate to replace the beloved toy, Jessica contacted the Assistance League in Temecula Valley. The volunteers were more than happy to replace the bear for Bruce, who had moved with his family to Oregon. But the distance created a challenge in reuniting the boy with the bear. Family friend Jessica Leavitt of Hemet stepped in to help. She picked up the bear from the Assistance League of Temecula Valley Thrift Shop and mailed it to the family. Bruce and the bear were finally reunited. “It was just a really kind gesture,” Eschler said. The volunteers at Operation Bear Hug at the assistance League of Temecula have helped thousands of children in emergency rooms find comfort in the form of a soft, fuzzy bear. The Assistance League of Temecula Valley added Operation Bear Hug to its services, Jan. 5, 2010, to provide comfort to children in the community experiencing trauma. The group distributes a stuffed teddy bear dressed in an Assistance League T-shirt, to those in need by utilizing outside agencies, according to the Assistance League website. To date, more than 3,000 bears have been delivered to local hospitals and

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Board OKs ban on industrial hemp operations RIVERSIDE – Riverside County supervisors approved an interim ordinance prohibiting the industrial cultivation of hemp in unincorporated communities as a precautionary move against potential criminal activity. The Office of County Counsel submitted the measure, for which the board voted 5-0 without comment. According to Chief Counsel Greg Priamos, the urgency or interim, ordinance is needed to clarify that all forms of commercial cannabis production are not permitted in the unincorporated areas at this time. “The unpermitted cultivation of industrial hemp may pose the same threats to the public health, safety or welfare as the unpermitted cultiva-

tion of cannabis,” Priamos said in an introduction to the ordinance. “Such urgent and immediate threats include, but are not limited to, an increased likelihood of criminal activity, the attraction of crime and associated violence, a strain on county resources, and a detrimental impact on agriculture within the region resulting from exotic weeds, plant diseases, mites and other insects that are prevalent in industrial hemp.” Hemp has its advocates, who argue it has myriad beneficial industrial applications, including in the creation of fuels. No one spoke against the ordinance. The county is in the process of developing a comprehensive regulatory framework under which commercial cultivation of marijuana

may be allowed; however, those regulations are not expected to be brought forward until this summer, and they’ll likely be subject to approval by voters countywide in November. County attorneys acknowledged that Senate Bill 94, which established the Medicinal & Adult-Use cannabis Regulation & Safety Act in June, as well as Proposition 64, which voters statewide approved in November 2016, open the way for industrial production of hemp, just like commercial cultivation of its close relative, marijuana. However, the regulatory scheme is vague and slated for revision by the California Department of Food and Agriculture by way of its Industrial Hemp Advisory Board,

which is expected to bring forward recommendations this fall. The federal Agricultural Act recognizes that institutions of higher learning and state agencies, or entities under state contract, may engage in hemp production for research purposes. County staff said University of California Riverside is proceeding with a hemp research project, and the ordinance that the board ratified will have no bearing on the university’s objectives. The main difference between hemp and unadulterated marijuana is the tetrahydrocannabinol – or THC – content. Hemp leaves have about three-tenths of 1 percent of the compounds contained in cannabis leaves, according to the Office of County Counsel.

“The physical appearance of cannabis and industrial hemp (is) virtually the same, and the only way to distinguish them is to test for the THC content,” the attorney said. The complications of trying to distinguish between genuine hemp producers and businesses that produce consumer cannabis are sufficient grounds for prohibiting everything at this point, according to Priamos. The ordinance will take effect immediately and remain enforceable by sheriff’s deputies and code enforcement officers for 45 days. The board can renew the ordinance as many times as it desires going forward, or enact a permanent zoning regulation, according to the Office of County Counsel.

Hemet city midyear budget report favorable Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

The City of Hemet’s financial picture is continuing to improve with the general fund over $12 million and $65 million in cash, according to the midyear budget review presented by city Finance Director Lorena Rocha. Rocha appearing before the Hemet City Council Tuesday, Feb.27, gave a complete review of the midyear and a second quarter update on the city budget that ran through Dec. 31, 2017. “The general fund non-Measure U revenues are on track for this time of year at just under 30 percent,” Rocha said. “I know this doesn’t sound good on non-Measure U funds but, non-measure U funds expenditures are also on track with 51 percent. Measure U fund revenues are up 40 percent and expenditures at 20 percent, a little lower but they should be.” She noted that the city’s reserve fund stands at $8 million and continues to grow. She said the revenues are lower for the midterm but its because property tax funds are not received until later in the next year. She estimated the tax revenues coming in the next quarter are expected at 30 percent putting a above the expenditures. To better explain the revenue expected she showed a slide of funds due by the end of January. She gave an overview of the different city departments and where

they stand in the budget projections saying revenues were outpacing expenditures in most funds; lighting and landscape revenues are collected through the tax bills and are delayed; water fund has only spent abut 26 percent of its budget mainly due to projects that have not been started; revenues are just over 40 percent mainly due the delay in collecting the amounts due. She reported that the cost of employee medical funding is down saving the city some of its costs. Following the report, Rocha requested the city council approve amendments to the 2017-18 fiscal year budget increasing some departments expenditures the staff identified as needed to allow for changes in operations that were not foreseen at the time the budget was adopted. The adjustments would come with $199,000 from the general fund; $285,000 from the Measure U general fund; $155,000 from preProp 218 lighting and landscape; $5,000 from Landscape District Post 218; $42,000 from administrative services; $9,000 from Public Works Administration; and $200,000 from OPED. The increase requested from the General Fund would allow for an additional fulltime community development specialist, additional weekend code enforcement and some library expenses. The additional Measure U funding would be used to add a fulltime dispatcher position and more

overtime for firefighters due to an increase in peak time calls. The Engineering Department fund addition would help fill key position vacancies through contracts to continue helping the community in growing development and capital improvement. The lighting and landscape amended cash would help with a financial analysis of the Southern California street light acquisition and retrofit project to explore all funding options. Administrative Services needs the additional money to continue its work to improve and secure the city infrastructure and professional services to assist in its implementation. Public Works Administration said it needs additional funding required to cover the cost of changes to callback. The OPED Trust (medical benefits) would provide for a planned annual contribution for reduce the city’s unfunded liability. City Manager Alan Parker, before introducing Rocha’s presentation, said he was satisfied with the budget trends in the city. “I wouldn’t call us cash poor. I would say we are in a relatively healthy position. We can’t afford to pay for all services that are needed, but that’s not unique among cities, and as much, Measure U has really helped out in fire and police, plus we have optional money of almost $10 million that exists to pay the bills.”

Before the vote on the requested budget amendments was made, Mayor Pro Tem Karlee Meyer called on Fire Chief Scott Brown to explain why the request for more overtime during peak hours was needed when the department recently put an additional fire rescue unit into service with recent firefighter, paramedic hires. The chief tried to explain the department, under the Measure U public safety plan, still needed to hire five new firefighters to answer growing peak hour emergency call requests. Until then, current fire-

fighters were working necessary overtime hours. The council, with Councilwoman Linda Krupa absent, approved the requested budget amendments by a 3 to 1 vote. Meyer cast the ‘no’ vote, still not satisfied with the chief’s explanation on the department’s overtime hours. A detailed midterm budget report can be viewed in its entirety on the City of Hemet webpage under the Feb. 27, 2018, agenda and minutes at www.cityofhemet.org. Tony Ault can be reached by email at tault@reedermedia.com.

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Inspire Charter School students ‘share the love’ on Valentine’s Day Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

Students from Inspire Charter School converged upon Atria Park of Vintage Hills in Temecula Wednesday, Feb. 14, where they shared the love for Valentine’s Day. The school has a mission this year to “Throw Kindness Around like Confetti,” according to teacher Allison Lurkins who helped to organize the event with Stacy Beasley. “Our students did that today on Valentine’s Day,” she said. Students made 150 homemade cards and brought candy and plants to the residents of Atria Park of Vintage Hills that were handed out during the lunch hour at the retirement village. “We had a wonderful day and filled with smiles and a lot of thanks,” Lurkin said. “The seniors were very thankful and happy to

This map from the city of Temecula shows where electrical work will be taking place on a segment of Old Town Front Street in the city’s historic district. Courtesy photo

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Southern California Edison will be doing work that consists of installing new electrical conduits and vaults in Temecula’s Old Town four nights a week, for the next six weeks, and traffic may be somewhat impacted during that time, according to a city news release. The nightly work will happen between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, on a portion of Old Town Front Street between First and Third streets. The first night of electrical work

was Sunday, March 4, according to Temecula’s senior management analyst Betsy Lowery. Lowery said that Old Town Front Street will remain open to traffic but will have only one lane. Workers will be guiding traffic through that area. The conduits will be placed on the west side of Old Town Front Street, and the vaults will be placed on Second Street, west of Old Town Front Street and on First Street, east of Old Town Front. Alex Groves can be reached at agroves@reedermedia.com.

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The city of Lake Elsinore opened its first application cycle for cannabis activities, March. 1. Those looking to establish a cannabis-related business within the city have until April 15 to apply. Lake Elsinore officially adopted its ordinance regulating cannabis industry in November in response to Proposition 64 approved by votes in the 2014 election. The ordinance became law in late December. As part of the ordinance, the city has reduced its restrictions and will allow only limited cannabis-related land uses and businesses within the city, according to a press release issued last week. The ordinance addresses the regulation of cannabis dispensaries, manufacturing and cultivation, with the overall goal of public health and safety while minimizing the public cost of overseeing those activities. Any such cannabis-related activity is subject to the requirements of the ordinance regardless of whether it existed before the law’s passage or not, the press release reports. Anyone interested in opening a cannabis facility within the city’s

permitted zones will be required to go through an extensive application process, including submission of a conditional use permit for city approval, obtain a cannabis business permit and enter into a formal development agreement with the city. Incomplete applications or applications with written approval in the form of a signed, notarized letter from the property owner will not be accepted. The minimum application fee for any cannabis related business within the city of Lake Elsinore is $21,101. “Manufacturing zones are located in central Lake Elsinore, west of Collier Avenue, and the southern section of the city, north of Corydon Street and west of Mission Trail,” according to the release. Stand-alone retail facilities, including dispensaries are still banned within city limits, though the ordinance does allow for dispensaries and distribution facilities as accessory uses to a permitted cultivation or manufacturing facility within the two zones. “If someone builds or opens an approved manufacturing facility in the approved zones, they can operate a dispensary within that facility not to exceed 25 percent of the

gross floor area and/or 51 percent of gross receipts for these accessory uses,” according to the release. Leasing agents and landlords within the city maintain the right to prohibit tenants from using their property for cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution or consumption. Additional cannabis businesses within the zones could be allowed if the city finds that they provide public conveniences that meet needs in their proposed locations and provide economic benefits that outweigh potentially negative impacts. Lake Elsinore’s community development director reserves the right to deny applications if a location has been targeted by law enforcement for health and safety issues related to alcohol and substance abuse or if it would be in a neighborhood where alcohol and substance abuse-related crimes have risen by 20 percent over the previous year. For more information, visit www.lake-elsinore.org/city-hall/ community-development/planning/ cannabis-permitting-2229. Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

Campsites available for 2018 Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival TEMECULA – Each year, campsites at Lake Skinner during the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival sell out in less than an hour. Campers have the best seats in the house for the early morning hot air balloon launches as they awake to skies filled with colorful balloons. This year’s event is June 1-3, and reservations for campsites start 8 a.m., March 6. All campsite reservations are made online at www.tvbwf.com. Regular campsites start at $325 for three days and two nights and include two-weekend combo passes. Each combo pass provides admission all three days of the festival. There are a few Exclusive Festival Experience Packages still available online. These packages include a full hookup campsite, a meet-and-greet for two with the entertainer of their choice and two Cabana Club tickets for each day of the festival. Cabana Club is located at the main stage and provides guests with reserved seats in front of the stage, one catered

meal, four complimentary beverages, special entrance and exit to concert seating and private VIP restrooms. Lake Skinner Recreation Area is surrounded by the Shipley Preserve, a multispecies reserve. Whether flying aboard a hot air balloon or planted on terra firma, the festival’s park-like setting is chock full of natural beauty. The three-day event includes morning hot air balloon launches, evening balloon glows, wine tasting from up to 20 wineries, concerts on two different stages, food and wine pairing, cooking with beer and chef demonstrations. “This is an event for all your senses – beautiful sites, tasty food, great wine and concerts. Photographers love the visuals of the dawn balloon ascensions over the lake,” Brian Keefer, festival CEO, said. “This makes camping during the event the extreme festival experience.” For more information, visit www.tvbwf.com or call (951) 676-6713. All ballooning activities are weather permitting only.

A shallow pool for children and water slide is part of the Pechanga Shane Gibson photos Resort & Casino’s new expansion.

MORE MONEY in Your Pocket! Pechanga Tribal Chairman Mark Macarro, speaks during a preview event of the Pechanga Resort & Casino new expansion, March 2.

EXPANSION from page A-1 During a news conference Friday, community leaders touted the expansion as an economic boon for the area that would mean more jobs for community members and more visits from tourists. “We now employee approximately 4,750 individuals here on property,” Jared Munoa, Pechanga Development Corporation’s board officer, said. “We take a lot of pride in our ability to be an economic engine for this area and employ our friends, our family and our neighbors.” Temecula Mayor Matt Rahn went over some of the statistics of the expansion, including that it would contribute to a $550 million economic impact for the area, generate 3,000 construction jobs and create 560 permanent jobs. “Beyond that, this is an important opportunity for even our local businesses,” Rahn said. “Pechanga invests and purchases roughly $25 million-worth of goods and services directly from the merchants within our own city and since 2002 has provided over $26 million to the city of Temecula for road improvements and public safety services.” Kimberly Adams, CEO of Visit Temecula Valley, called the resort’s expansion a “dream come true” for the tourism industry. She also praised Pechanga for donating funds and working with the organization in marketing efforts. “Pechanga’s group sales team works with us hand in hand in efforts to try to bring more people here to Temecula and show them what our destination has to offer,” Adams said. Mark Macarro, tribal chair for the Pechanga Band, said he remembers opening the casino in 1995 in what was then just a series of trailers

A LOOK AT PECHANGA POST-EXPANSION • Casino square footage: 200,000 • Event and meeting square footage: 100,000 (indoor) 174,500 (outdoor) • Number of hotel rooms: 1,090 • Number of restaurants & bars: 20 • Number of pools & spas: 15 • Number of employees: 4,750 EXPANSION-FUNDED LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS • $5 million to widen Pechanga Parkway and improve local roads. • More than $9 million in funding for local law enforcement • $14 million for Interstate 15/Temecula Parkway Ultimate Interchange

After two years of construction, Pechanga Resort & Casino’s new expansion is complete and ready for guests.

and tents. He said the entertainment center was opened then for the purpose of generating revenue for “fundamental and modest” tribal programs, including reliable drinking water for residents, basic health care, educational opportunities and cultural protection and revitalization. Macarro noted that now, the Pechanga band’s children are attending colleges and universities at the highest rates in their history. President and CEO of the Visit Temecula Valley Kimberly Adams speaks during a preview event of the new $300 million expansion of Pechanga Resort & Casino, March 2.

The Pechanga people are also able to help groups and organizations they once relied on for help, he said. “Most people will see this building and see a resort that’s made of brick and mortar but to us it represents so much more than that,” Macarro said. “It represents the ability to protect our cultural resources, things like Pu’eska Mountain and the Great Oak Tree. It represents the ability to protect everything we laid the groundwork for -- our infrastructure, our tribal utility, funding for scholarships, revenue for providing health care, funding for our fire department and so much more.” After the news conference, guests could take a tour of the added spaces and amenities, from The Cove -- nearly complete -- with its many pools and water features, to the Lobby Bar and Grill with its rich lunch menu. Alex Groves can be reached at agroves@reedermedia.com.

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Board authorizes $10 million more for jail construction budget RIVERSIDE – The Riverside County Board of Supervisors authorized a $10.2 million increase in the budget for construction of the John J. Benoit Detention Center in Indio, mostly to cover higher insurance costs. The board’s 5-0 vote, made without comment, granted the Riverside County Economic Development Agency the additional funds from bond proceeds generated from debt sales tied to the jail. The detention center project budget was originally $330.35 million and is

RALLY from page A-1 who finds out why they’re there and often takes them on a tour. Women who have been newly diagnosed are referred to one of the center’s five patient navigators, who are adept at answering breast cancer-related questions and identifying needs a breast cancer patient has. She said some of the women have extreme needs, including financial struggles, not enough fuel for their car, not enough money for a copay or difficulty at work. They may need child care or legal assistance. “Our navigators really put in a lot there and start giving them those resources,” she said. “Making those phone calls with them, applying for other foundations for support.” She said the center is available to women and checks up on them throughout their breast cancer struggle. “We take their information and we put it in our database,” Gerrish said. “We have a whole story in there, and then we’ll follow up with them. So, let’s say they’re about to have a mastectomy, we’ll call them before

now $340.6 million. Economic Development Agency documents show the bulk of the additional money was requested due to growing expenses connected to the county’s “owner-controlled insurance program,” established specifically for jail construction. The program functions as an umbrella covering a range of liability, excess liability and workers’ compensation policies. The board separately approved $2.2 million in additional funds for the project manager, San Bernardinobased Vanir Construction Manage-

ment, which estimated that the final phase of construction would be completed in May 2019. Construction of the first phase is tentatively slated to wrap up in late July. Building out in phases was necessary to contain costs, officials said. After the first phase is completed, 388 jail beds will be available in the high-tech lockup. In January, the board approved $7 million requested by Sheriff Stan Sniff to recruit and hire an estimated 70 correctional personnel needed to

the mastectomy to just check in with them – do you know what to expect? Do you have transportation? Do you have any questions? And then again, we’ll follow up with them after the mastectomy. The facility has four “encouragement callers,” who are breast cancer survivors who make phone calls to women who have had the mastectomy and are recovering. “They’re survivors so they’ve already been through it,” Gerrish said. “So, they’re active listening on a whole other level. They know what you’re going through and they’re there to help you.” Gerrish noted the facility has every style, length and color of wig for women who are losing their hair. The wigs are available not just to women who have been struggling with breast cancer, but also other types of cancer and conditions such as alopecia. “This is our most emotional resource provided,” she said. “This is the hardest one. You lose your breast, you just put a prosthesis in and no one is going to know the difference but when you start losing your hair people start noticing.”

She said volunteers at Michelle’s place try to make the process of trying on a wig as fun as possible by encouraging the women to try on different styles and colors that they had never dyed their hair before. They can try the wigs on in the facility’s “beauty room.” The beauty room is also a place to get a haircut post-treatment. Gerrish noted that many women find that their hair grows back differently than it once did and so they can get a haircut that’s more tailored to the way their hair is growing in now and see if they like it. Inside drawers in the beauty room are many different prosthetic breasts and specially-adapted bras that are available free for Michelle’s Place breast cancer patients and survivors. She said the bras and prosthetics are important resources because the number of those items available through insurance on a yearly basis is limited. Gerrish said Michelle’s Place is always trying to come up with new programs to help members of its community. One of the more recent programs

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staff the new jail. The current staff at the existing Indio Jail were found to be too few in number to manage the facility. The old jail will be demolished to make room for the new one. The Benoit Detention Center has been under construction since July 2015, after repeated delays stemming from county budgetary challenges and state- mandated reviews. The design calls for a 1,600-bed facility. The existing jail contains 353 inmate beds. Along with correctional personnel,

cooks, custodians, dieticians, accountants and medical professionals will be needed to staff the facility, which will be situated at Oasis Street and state Route 111. Other than new jail staffing, the county is effectively under a hiring freeze to help address a structural budget deficit that has plagued the books for years. Most of the gap is attributed collectively to public safety agencies, though a sizable share is also associated with the Riverside University Medical Center in Moreno Valley.

Michelle’s Place Executive Director Kim Gerrish, shares the beauty room at the Temecula facility where cancer survivors can get haircuts and for current cancer patients to try on wigs that the facility provides Shane Gibson photos for free.

they’ve come up with is sending flowers to women with metastatic, or stage four breast cancer, when those women go to hospice. She said that new programs and efforts are created as they start to identify needs their clients have. “I hope you guys realize the impact of what you’re doing at reality rally is really making a huge difference here every day, all the time,” she said. Gillian Larson, the creator of Reality Rally event, said supporting the Michelle’s Place through the three day event was a no-brainer

because of the good they do in the community. “We have no administrative overhead just a passion to make a difference. We are all volunteers and the Reality TV Stars who attend have to raise $700 to attend,” Larson said in a statement. “I encourage everyone to buy tickets to attend and help make a difference as you have ‘Fun for Funds.’” For more information about Michelle’s Place, visit www.michellesplace.org. For more information about Reality Rally, visit www.realityrally.com/.

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636 New Clients More than 630 newly-diagnosed women with breast cancer came to Michelle’s Place seeking support services. 10,562 Services Provided 10,562 wigs, prosthesis, bras, books, seminars, tool kits and other items were given out free to the Michelle’s Place community 45 Health Fairs Michelle’s Place participated in 25 Southern California health fairs. 76 Events From T-shirts to backroom beer pairing, 76 third party events raised money for Michelle’s Place. 1,469 Encouragement Calls Michelle’s Place volunteers provided over 1,900 calls to women lending their ears and offering advice. 105 Diagnostic Services Over 105 screening and diagnostic mammograms, biopsies, surgical consults and ultrasounds were given to women with a symptom of breast cancer. 325 Children Helped 325 children with mothers fighting breast cancer were helped this year with backpacks, school supplies and Christmas gifts.

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11 Educational Seminars 11 educational seminars were provided to the Michelle’s Place community. 3,844 Volunteer Hours Over 75 volunteers worked a combined 3,844 hours in the center, at walks, health fairs, events, seminars and more. $5,000 in Educational Scholarships $5,000 given in scholarships to students for continuing education. $23,000 Pink Ribbon Assistance Over $23,000 given in financial assistance to women going through active breast cancer treatment. Source: Michelle’s Place

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Great Oak High School senior receives Disney Citizenship Grant for youth empowerment Hannah Whitley INTERN

Great Oak High School senior Lauren Suthers received the Disney Citizenship Grant for youth empowerment. “Hi, I’m Lauren and I’m here for you,” 17-year-old Suthers said. Her statement extends to her fierce activism for self-love and bully awareness as president of I Am That Girl women’s empowerment club, four-year Free2Luv volunteer, and in continuing her activism with the Be Inspired Disney Citizenship grant. The senior was granted a $500 grant by the Be Inspired Disney Citizenship program and Youth Service America through her volunteerism with Free2Luv. The grant will be used for an ongoing art workshop aimed to spread bullying prevention and awareness, celebrate individuality and encourage elementary children to be themselves. Suthers conducts her workshops at the Boys and Girls Clubs in the Temecula, Murrieta and Lake Elsinore areas with 10-15 children per group. Free2Luv will be sponsoring Lauren Suthers at Unstoppable, a youth empowerment event where music, dance, video, po-

etry, speaking and more will help spread awareness. The event takes place 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10, at the Regent Downtown Los Angeles, 448 S Main St., in Los Angeles, noon to 1 p.m. for VIP guests, and the community is invited to attend. Proceeds raised from Unstoppable benefit youth empowerment initiatives are designed to create a kinder, braver, more loving world for all youth. The cost is $25 at the door. For more information, visit http:// shop.free2luv.org/product/unstoppable. “When you drop a little pebble in the water… it starts in the middle first. So wherever you are, you branch off and keep going out and out until it reaches every single person of this world,” Suthers said. The art workshop she guides starts with a large piece of painting paper with a huge heart placed in the middle. The children at Boys and Girls Club are encouraged to draw and color inside or out of the heart. For teens, she is “helping find what they want to be, things that they love about themselves, maybe things that they hate about themselves and they want to

Lauren Suthers, Great Oak High School senior, shares the message of self-love and bully awareness on campus as president of I Am That Girl club and March 10, at the Unstoppable youth empowerment event in Los Angeles.

Boys and Girls club members learn self-empowerment and from Free2Luv and Great Oak High School senior Lauren Suthers, winner of the Be Inspired Disney Citizenship Grant. Courtesy photos

maybe overcome,” Suthers said. She began early in 2017 by frequently going to the Temecula Boys and Girls Club with the Free2Luv group and meeting with the children and sharing her story. She was no stranger to scrutiny with her big dreams of dancing, acting and singing. When she was 11 years old, she created a music video that “really put herself out there for the first time,” her

mother Traillan Suthers said. Her fifth-grade peers taunted Lauren Suthers after making the video well into her middle school years at Gardner Middle School. Coming into her freshman year at Great Oak, she attended an I Am That Girl retreat where she found confidence in herself and wanted to share her new self-empowerment with Free2Luv, she said. Suthers said being confident in

yourself was important to her and showing the world what you love about yourself too. As president of I Am That Girl club at Great Oak High, members are encouraged to discuss what is happening in the world and any anxieties or fears they have from being a young woman in the world, especially in a world where “comparisons are made constantly … on social media,” Suthers said.

French Valley, Thermal airports targeted for improvements RIVERSIDE – Riverside County supervisors last week approved an Ontario-based firm to handle design plans for rehabilitation projects at French Valley Airport near Murrieta and Jacqueline Cochran Airport in Thermal, both of which need improvements to their runways and taxiways. The Economic Development Agency selected Mead & Hunt Inc., which specializes in aviation infrastructure work, to oversee both projects, and the Board of Supervisors signed off on the agency’s request in a 5-0 vote without comment. According to EDA documents, Runway 18/36 at French Valley, along with the main taxiway and

five connector taxiways are showing signs of wear and will require surface upgrades in the near future. “The project rehabilitation is anticipated to include ... pressure washing, crack cleaning and filling of cracks ... repair of major size cracks, a slurry seal of the pavements and the application of new pavement markings,” according to an agency statement. The runway consists of 55,000 square yards of pavement, while the main taxiway covers roughly 31,500 square yards, officials said. Mead & Hunt will receive $85,915 for designing the French Valley rehab. At Jacqueline Cochran Airport,

Runway 17/35, along with the main taxiway paralleling that runway, revealed signs of “low severity” cracking in several places during an inspection, according to the EDA. The cracks will need to be filled, though the rehab process was not characterized as imperative. The agency noted that a slurry seal treatment was applied in 2007 and remains in “satisfactory condition.” Mead & Hunt will receive $158,472 for the work in Thermal, documents showed. The two airports are managed by the EDA’s Aviation Division, which also oversees fields in Blythe, Hemet and Chiriaco Summit.

Project rehabilitation at the French Valley Airport will include pressure washing, crack cleaning and filling of cracks, among other things. Kim Harris photo

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Menifee reveals new clean, bold and energetic logo a vibrant pattern that can be utilized in creating brand identity. It is one that makes a statement, is remembered and is bold. Inspired by Menifee’s youthful energy and beautiful landscapes, the two brightly colored intersecting colors of bright blue and warm orange in the logo, speak to Menifee’s vibrancy, growth, energy and modern aspects of the booming Menifee community. The introduction of a bright blue for the strapline, “New. Better. Best.” also ties into the colors of the logo and is bold, setting Menifee as forward thinking, innovative, fun and fresh, making it emblematic of the Menifee community. “Just like our families and businesses, Menifee is growing and developing,” City Manager Armando Villa said. “From our trails and parks, to the city’s bustling commercial and incoming entertainment developments, leading educational institutions – Menifee is getting better and better, and the opportunities here are the endless and the best.” The logo is the “new face” of the city, and it appears on signage, city vehicles, uniforms, official stationery and the Menifee Matters magazine, which lists city news and recreational opportunities throughout the city. In crafting the new logo, Menifee is capturing a fresh identity that extends beyond the walls of City Hall, and its landscape of trees, it is designed to attract and grow businesses. The logo and support-

stakeholder input to understand existing perceptions about how residents and businesses see their city – its strengths, challenges and future opportunities.” Four compelling themes came to light across all research platforms. First, Menifee is a community of growing families seeking the best in Southern California living. Secondly, Menifee is an energetic, smart community on the burgeoning Interstate 215 corridor. Third, Menifee is southwest Riverside County’s newest city, and lastly, Menifee is a place where deeprooted history and wisdom cultivate opportunities for the future. These four themes, along with the dense research gathered from the tools listed above, became the foundation for the development of the city’s new brand platform and new logo. The logo is composed of an abstract “M” from the city’s first initial, with a stylized geometric ribbon symbolizing the representation of “excellence” with providing awareness to making announcements, so viewers can connect the logo to the strapline of “New. Better. Best.” The logo ribbon and font style was pulled from the city seal and emphasizes the strength and stability of the city. The upward motion of the logo’s shape and bars signifies Menifee as a city on the rise, one that emulates Menifee as the fastest growing community in the southwest county, fifth in the Riverside County and 10th in Southern California, and it produces

MENIFEE – The city of Menifee is rolling out its new professionally designed logo and taking elements from the city’s existing seal to capture the core elements of the growing Menifee community. “Menifee is coming of age and has changed since incorporation 10 years ago to a young family-oriented community, one that is youthful, energetic and vibrant, and the new logo needed a clear identity that was energetic and bold to convey that message,” Economic Development Manager Gina Gonzalez said. “The city wanted a mark that would resonate with residents and businesses, but supported city attraction efforts surrounding economic development and job creation – an identified priority for the city and of residents.” Utilizing a fully funded grant from Western Riverside Council of Governments for the comprehensive economic development branding effort, extensive research was conducted to develop a clear, consistent identity which included a comprehensive competitive analysis, communications and media audit, community focus group, targeted stakeholder survey and a crowd-sourced survey deployed across the entire community, social media platforms and in neighboring communities and counties. “If the brand was going to be authentic, meaningful and longlasting, staff would need to gain a deeper understanding of the community’s aspirations, existing perceptions and vision,” Gonzalez said. “We used community and

Menifee reveals newly designed city logo.

ing elements are also designed to enhance the city’s image and define its position in the region. “People are discovering Menifee and see Menifee as a hidden gem in southwest Riverside County,” Villa said. “Menifee is a dynamic and innovative community of more than 90,000 residents who enjoy a fantastic quality of life. We are ranked nationally as Top 100 best places to raise kids, ranked in the state as a top 10 percent safest community and ranked regionally as a top place to live.” The city will begin slowly introducing the logo in March, as events and projects occur. Comprehensive brand identity guidelines were introduced to create consistency

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across all city departments and branding platforms. Residents, businesses and visitors can expect to see gradual updates throughout the community and at city facilities. The city historically has not undergone a professional branding initiative, and now with economic development as a set priority for the city, it was imperative that the city position itself for the community today and for the community it is setting up to become in the future. To learn more about Menifee, visit www.cityofmenifee.us. To stay connected, sign up for e-news by visiting, www.cityofmenifee.us/ GetConnected and follow the city on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Supervisor Washington unveils ‘Lift Up Rivco’ vision RIVERSIDE – Supervisor Chuck Washington unveiled a four-cornered plan to improve the quality of life in Riverside County during the board of supervisors’ workshop, Feb. 6. Based on comparative national, state and neighboring county statistics for health, median family incomes and poverty levels, Washington asked his staff to outline Riverside County’s current ranking and provide the foundation for a vision for the future. “It is my hope, that while we recognize we face challenges today, if we do not create a solid forwardlooking vision, we will always find ourselves in a reactionary mode,” Washington said. Jeff Comerchero, Riverside County Third District chief of staff, presented the “Lift Up Rivco” vision that identified the four corners of health and safety, education, jobs

However, the current median family income is 10 percent below the neighboring counties. At the same time, the highest sectors of people living in poverty are women ages 18-44. Women with equal education are being paid 20 to 32 percent less than men throughout the county. The Lift Up RivCo vision calls for a 10 percent increase in both the median household income and women’s income by 2030, as well as an increase in the local hiring rate. Washington’s vision also includes creating a Platinum Employer’s program that recognizes companies for improving their local hire rate and increasing women’s salaries. With increased income the county should see increased housing opportunities. Housing in Riverside County is already experiencing shortages due to market rate and affordability. To address this need, Washington’s plan calls for assess-

awareness of the dangers of preventable infant and toddler deaths due to drowning and abandonment in vehicles. While 89 percent of the general high school student population in Riverside County graduates compared to 81 percent in the state of California, the Lift Up Rivco vision includes increasing the graduation rate by 5 percent. This increase in high school graduation is in conjunction with increasing the graduation rates from trade schools, community colleges and universities by 5 percent. The latter goal will be aided by an education fair that reaches beyond the traditional college fair and provides information and opportunities on various well-paying trades, technical and certification-required careers that don’t require four-year degrees. Riverside County’s unemployment rate is at its lowest in decades.

and housing. The program utilizes available resources and programs already in place while setting goals for improvement. Specific 12-year goals were outlined with suggestions for accomplishing each mission. Lift Up Rivco health initiatives call for increasing the number of healthy families by reducing obesity, encouraging increased physical activity in schools and community organizations, increasing enrollment in available food programs, promoting farmers’ markets and educating communities on healthy eating options within their communities. To improve public safety throughout the county, Lift Up Rivco includes promoting modern policing approaches to help create safe communities, deploying the right resources in the right manner at the right time and increasing the

ing current inventory of approved maps not under construction, encouraging alternative and diverse housing, implementing a boardapproved streamlined process for housing approvals at all levels and evaluating areas for increased density in the future. Washington established several outreach programs with community leaders to explore collaborative efforts in the county vision. These include two Mayor’s Summits with the 28 city mayors of the county and the state of the county address in September. “This vision for the county can guide our budget and policy decisions while simultaneously understanding that each district has its unique personality. I think we can all agree that we will achieve better outcomes by combining our collective strengths,” Washington said.

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Temecula Valley, Paloma Valley claim girls' soccer CIF Championships

Temecula Valley collected the schools second (2007) CIF-SS girls’ soccer title by defeating San Luis Obispo 3-2 in double overtime Saturday, March 3, at Corona High School.

Paloma Valley finishes off an undefeated season 25-0-3 by recording their 14th consecutive shutout and defeating Ventura 1-0.

Olivia Matis (10) finds a wide-open rebound and drills it home to give Temecula Valley a 3-2, double overtime win and the CIF-SS Division 2 Championship.

The Paloma Valley Lady Wildcats are CIF-SS Division 4 Champions. [Right] The Temecula Valley Lady Golden Bears are the CIF-SS Division 2 Champions. Freshman Hero Corryn Barackman (17) scores the lone goal in Saturday’s CIF-SS Division 4 Final.

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Last weekend was exciting for not just one, but two local high school girls’ soccer teams. Temecula Valley (22-6-2) was seeking redemption from last year’s semifinal loss and Paloma Valley hoped to complete this year’s journey with an unbeaten season as both teams took the field in two separate championship games at Corona High School Saturday, March 3. In the CIF Southern Section Division 2 Girls’ Championship game the Lady Golden Bears did indeed get their redemption from last season as sophomore Olivia Matis scored a goal in the 93rd minute (double overtime) to lift Temecula Valley past San Luis Obispo 3-2 for the Division 2 title. The Lady Golden Bears lost 3-0 to San Marcos in the Division 2 semifinals last year, so the win for head coach Jennifer Guinn and her program was bittersweet. The championship win is the second ever for the Lady Golden Bears, with the other one coming in 2007. Temecula Valley took a 2-0 early in the second half, but San Luis Obispo (23-2) rebounded and tied the game with 1:32 left on Angie Crozier’s second goal to send the game to golden-goal periods. The two teams played one golden-goal overtime with Temecula Valley getting several opportunities with no success. The Golden Bears finally got ahead in the third minute of the second overtime period with the Matis goal. “This group of girls really prepared for whatever was going to happen,” Guinn said. “We’ve had to battle through some serious adver-

Morgan Witz (20) fights through San Luis Obispo defenders en route to scoring in the 43rd minute to give the Lady Golden Bears a 1-0 Andrez Imaging second half lead.

sity this season and we’ve always found a way to handle it, so I knew they would go head on at whatever came their way.” Though every win is a team win, other key plays came from Morgan Witz, who scored on a breakaway and from junior Christine Goodman, who found an aggressive Sophia Ghaderi to give Temecula Valley a 2-0 lead. In the CIF Southern Section Division 4 Girls’ Championship game, Paloma Valley only needed one goal to make history as a second-half goal by freshman Correyn Barackman helped the Lady Wildcats defeat Ventura 1-0. The win was the Wildcats’ 14th consecutive shutout and earned them their first section championship in any sport in the

school’s 23-year history. “I am so proud of these girls,” Paloma Valley head coach Carlos Alfaro said. “Two years ago we came together as a group and set a goal to be CIF champions and never lost focus of accomplishing that goal.” The goal by Barackman came in the 55th minute after a free kick taken by Nicole Dallin bounced off the Ventura keeper. The freshman drilled the ball through the back of the net for her seventh goal of the season. The Lady Wildcats could have just opted to play defense and hold their lead during the final minutes of the game, but instead they hit the ground aggressively as they sought for a second goal, which did allow the Cougars several

Paloma Valley’s Nicole Dallin (23) leads the Lady Wildcats to an undefeated season and the school’s first CIF Championship ever as they defeat Ventura 1-0 to win the Division 4 title.

scoring chances in the final minutes. Paloma Valley (25-0-3) finished the impressive season undefeated and outscored their opponents in the postseason 13-0. In the CIF Southern California Regional matchups this week, Temecula Valley will host Scripps

Ranch and Paloma Valley will host Mater Dei as the single elimination tournament gets underway. The final game of the tournament takes place Saturday, March 10. JP Raineri can be reached by emailing Sports@reedermedia.com.

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Mottola 2-2 at state tournament, defeats Los Angeles section champion

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22-23 in Visalia. Mottola competed in the 131-pound division and won her first two matches before losing in the quarterfinals to eventual state champion Candice Corralejo of Del Oro High School in Loomis, who was also the defending state champion and two-time national champion. Mottola then lost her consolation match to eventual seventh-place finisher Alyssa Gomez of Walnut High School. “It went pretty well,” Mottola said. Mottola, who qualified for the

state tournament by finishing fifth in the CIF Southern Section tournament Feb. 9-10 in Corona, began the state tournament with a match against San Fernando High School freshman Samantha Larios, who was the Los Angeles Section champion. Mottola pinned Larios 46 seconds into the match. “I wasn’t surprised,” Mottola said of her win. Her first-ever state tournament match placed Mottola into an unknown situation for her. “I had no idea what I was walking into,” she said. “Everything just happened so quickly.” Mottola noted that the result of the first-round match determines the wrestler’s future bracket and competition. “I think the first one’s always the hardest,” she said. “I was just happy to continue on to the next round.” Mottola and Larios were among four freshmen in the 131-pound class. Itzel Galaviz of Albany High School and Nile Jernigan of Cerritos High School both lost first-round matches, making Mottola the only freshman to prevail to the second round. Jernigan, who placed sixth in the Southern Section tournament, won one consolation bracket match so Mottola was the only freshman in her weight division to win two matches during the state tournament. Mottola’s second match was against junior Aliya Smithson of

Sierra High School in Tollhouse, who placed second in the Central Section tournament. “I knew I was definitely the big underdog when it came to her because she was a tough chick,” Mottola said. “We were going back and forth,” Mottola said. “I just had to stick to my game and trust my stuff.” An 18-6 major decision advanced Mottola to the quarterfinals. “I’m very happy,” Mottola said. “I was very excited.” Corralejo is a senior and was the San Joaquin Section champion as well as the state champion. “My goal for that match was just to stay on my game and trust my stuff,” Mottola said. Corralejo pinned Mottola 1:15 into the second period. “I lasted two periods,” Mottola said. “A little disappointing.” Although the loss placed Mottola into the consolation bracket, she put the result aside. “When you lose a match, you can’t let it affect your other ones,” she said. The level of competition Mottola had when facing Corralejo is something Mottola will carry over to future matches. “I was really honored and excited to face her because she’s an amazing wrestler,” Mottola said. Gomez placed seventh in the Southern Section tournament. The consolation match was tied at 1-1 until Gomez obtained two points for a near fall with eight seconds

left, allowing her to defeat Mottola by a 3-1 decision. “It happens. I got caught,” Mottola said. “She was just a tough girl.” Mottola pinned Gomez during the Southern Section tournament. “I was disappointed because I knew I could have done a lot better,” Mottola said. Mottola was the highest-placing freshman in her weight class at the Southern Section tournament and beat four higher-seeded competitors. The loss to Gomez ended Mottola’s time on the mat during the state tournament. “I don’t have any complaints,” Mottola said. “It’s just a process of growing and learning.” Even with the two losses Mottola considers the state tournament to be a positive experience. “I was grateful to be there,” she said. “It was really awesome to be there.” Mottola was the only girl on Temecula Valley’s 2017-18 team. The Golden Bears’ wrestling program includes instructing middle school students, and Mottola began wrestling through that opportunity while at Margarita Middle School. The 14-year-old Mottola will turn 15 in May. “Next year I’m going to come back better because I know what it feels like to be there,” she said of the state tournament.

HS Baseball: Rangel’s no-no gives Golden Bears edge in 6-0 victory over Norte Vista Temecula Valley senior, Max Rangel, threw a complete game no-hitter against Norte Vista during preseason play Friday, March 2.

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The Temecula Valley Golden Bears, competing in the Beaumont Classic tournament, won their second preseason game of the 2018 season Friday, March 2, at Norte Vista High School in Riverside. Senior Max Rangel was on top of his game as he threw a complete game no-hitter against the Braves, striking out 10 batters with no walks. Rangel let two pitches get away from him as he did hit two batters in his otherwise ‘Golden’ display on the mound. Temecula Valley attacked early offensively scoring 2 runs in the first inning, 3 in the third and another in the sixth. Senior Chris Burke went 3 for 4 at the plate, doubled, scored twice, drove in 2 runs and stole 2 bases for the team carrying 18 graduates from the class of 2018. Gabe Alvarez, Noah Ruden, Blake Dickerson and Devon Hawks each went 2 for

3 at the plate for Temecula Valley. For Norte Vista it was Jonathan Martinez that took the loss. Martinez gave up 5 runs on 10 hits, striking out 3 Golden Bears along the way. Freshman Austin Jordan pitched the last 2 innings for the Braves, giving up a run on 5 hits and striking out one. Temecula Valley (3-0) will wrap up the week against Beaumont. Next week the Golden Bears will face Paloma Valley Wednesday, March 14, and will then open up league against Murrieta Mesa Thursday, March 15. Other Southwestern games this week pitted Vista Murrieta (1-3) against Canyon as the Broncos picked up their first win of the season with a 6-4 victory. Great Oak (1-2) got a notch in the win column with their 4-3 win over San Dieguito Academy and Chaparral moved to 4-1 on the season with their 8-0 win over Vista del Lago.

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Sports

HS Basketball: Local teams get set for CIF State playoffs

Evan Mobley and the Rancho Christian Eagles boys’ basketball team will open CIF State tournament play this week against Vista. David Canales photo

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Four local high school basketball teams have remained on the court over the past two weeks while the remainder of the CIF Southern Section playoffs took place without

them. On the boys’ courts three teams got the nod to continue their season in the CIF State tournament, while one local girls’ team was given a bid as well. The State tournament is where the top teams that made it to the semifinal portion of their sectional tournaments

The Wright brothers, Shamar (23) and Lamar (32), hope to help the Murrieta Mesa boys’ basketball team as the Rams begin CIF State tournament play this week on the road against Sant Fe Christian high school. Annette Saenz photo

were given bids, based on their season records, and Rancho Christian, Rancho Verde and Murrieta Mesa all begin play this week. The Heritage Lady Patriots are the only local girls’ team that moved on to the final portion of the postseason and will also begin tournament play

this week as well. For the boys’ teams, Rancho Christian is seeded fourth in the Division I bracket and will host Vista in the first round, Rancho Verde is the No. 12 seed in the Division I bracket and will travel to Santa Margarita for the opening

round and Murrieta Mesa, the No. 11 seed, will travel to Solana Beach to face Santa Fe Christian. The Lady Patriots (23-7) will be the No. 7 seed in the Division 1 girls’ bracket and will face Cathedral’s Sacred Heart in first round action.

HS Football: Duffy back to drive Mustangs, takes over again at Rancho Verde

Pete Duffy (black shirt, right) will be returning to tackle the head coaching position at Rancho Verde after spending the last three years with the Murrieta Valley Nighthawks as the Offensive Coordinator. JP Raineri photo

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It has been four years since Pete Duffy left the Rancho Verde football program. Duffy wanted to be closer to his home in Murrieta during the afternoons, he wanted to be

closer to his family and wanted to tackle a new and different challenge as the Offensive Coordinator with the Murrieta Valley High School football program. Murrieta Valley has two backto-back Southwestern League

HS Football: McCullough resigns as Chaparral’s head football coach

Chaparrals’ Jeremy McCullough has resigned after spending three years as the Pumas head coach. Courtesy photo

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Chaparrals’ Jeremy McCullough spent the last three years trying to improve the Pumas football program as the head coach, but in late February, despite a successful 2017 season, he resigned. McCullough, who cited a difference of opinion with the athletic department for his departure, came

to the Pumas three years ago and had an overall record of 12-20. He had already spent 10 seasons coaching at Chaparral as the Offensive Coordinator and before taking the head coaching position, he spent two years as the Offensive Coordinator of rival Great Oak. The veteran coach returned the Pumas to the playoffs in 2017 for the first time since 2013 and over his years in the program helped orchestrate two Southwestern league titles, seven playoff appearances, four straight trips to the semi-finals and was a part of three Inland Division Championship games. McCullough, who will remain a teacher in Chaparral’s physical education department, also helped the Pumas win the Inland Division Title in 2009 over Vista Murrieta. “It’s probably a good change at this time,” said McCullough. “I had certain expectations for this program, wanting to get Chaparral football back to the top. But it takes a village to get there, and my philosophy didn’t match up with those of others.” As for the next step in his coaching career, McCullough will weigh his options. “I do plan on coaching again. When or where that is remains to be seen,” he said.

titles and averaged 44.2 points and 503.2 yards per game over the past three seasons with Duffy as the OC. In 2016 the Nighthawks averaged 50.4 points and 566 yards per game with Duffy driving the offense, which is also the season they reclaimed the Southwestern League title and reached the CIFSS Division 2 title game, but fell to San Clemente 45-35. With three years under his belt, not being a head coach, Duffy will be returning to lead the Rancho Verde Mustangs as he recently announced that will take over for Jeff Steinberg, who stepped down to become the football coach at Beaumont High. Duffy posted news of his return to the Rancho Verde football program on his Facebook account last week and should not

have much trouble settling back in since he remained a teacher at Rancho Verde while he coached at Murrieta Valley. “I definitely missed being a head coach, but it was nice having a little break,” Duffy admitted. “When you’re an assistant, it’s usually just about football with the kids. As a head coach, you’re around the players more and the impact is much greater.” Duffy had great success at Rancho Verde where he compiled a 98-27 record during his first goaround at Rancho Verde, which lasted from 2005-14. As the head coach he guided the program to eight Inland Valley League titles and four consecutive appearances in CIF Southern Section championship games from 2010 to 2013.

In 2011, Rancho Verde went 14-0 and captured the Central Division championship, the program’s first section title. “The big challenge is going to be building a staff, but we definitely want to keep the success going,” Duffy said. A good number of starters are expected to return this upcoming season from last year’s team that won the 2017 CIF-SS Division 3 title and Duffy says he knows the program will be moving up a division and that the jump to Division 1 or 2 is a pretty big one. “I was a part of understanding that dynamic at Murrieta Valley, so we have our work cut out for us, but we are going to do everything we can in order to be successful.”

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Health

Over $2 million raised for Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital at 25th anniversary Reflection Gala RIVERSIDE – The 25th anniversary Reflection Foundation Gala, presented by Walter’s Automotive Group, was an evening to remember, raising an unprecedented $2.35 million. The theme, “Reflection,” celebrated the first 25 years of Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital and highlighted its bold plans for the future. Scott Perryman, senior vice president and administrator of LLUCH, addressed guests, saying the future is not possible without their support. “It is the power of the community that allows us to dream big and implement that dream to the benefit of all children in our region,” Perryman said to the more than 1,000 guests in attendance. “You have made it happen for 25 years, and I look forward to seeing what we will do together over the next 25.” Funds raised will benefit Vision 2020 – The Campaign for a Whole Tomorrow, which supports construction of the new Children’s Hospital tower and Loma Linda University Children’s Health – Indio, Jill and Barry Golden Pavilion. The latter is slated to open March 12. Dr. Richard H. Hart, president

of Loma Linda University Health, dedicated the evening to Dr. Leonard Bailey, pioneer of infant heart transplantation; Dr. Lyn Behrens, former president of Loma Linda University Health and Dr. John Mace, chair of pediatrics when LLUCH first opened its doors, for their vision of a hospital just for children. “They set the standard for excellence that has guided the hospital to be what it is today,” Hart said. Physicians were not the only individuals recognized. Four awards were presented to individuals and groups who have made significant dedications to the lives of children. The Big Hearts for Little Hearts Guilds received the Shirley N. Pettis Award. Tim and Carol Rochford received the Discover Lifetime Achievement Award. Registered nurse Helen Staples Evans was recognized with the Outstanding Clinician Award, and Alicia Lopez was given the Hometown Hero Award. Lopez was the living donor who dedicated one of her kidneys to 3-year-old Matthew Castleberry, whose story was shared with attendees. Castleberry, who also has

Parents and family can cope when a child has a deadly disease Charlotte Benson SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

When a child is stricken with a deadly, little-known disease, the home can suddenly feel like a lost sailboat in a stormy sea. Waves of emotion overwhelm what had been a serene, happy place, and each family member faces challenges of how to move forward. News of the diagnosis can take everyone off-guard, including the parents. Knowing their role is to always be in control, they find their world turned upside down. But somehow they must cope and help the terminally ill child and the siblings do the same. For a heartbroken parent, positive steps start by finding gratitude and savoring each day the affected child is alive while fostering that perspective for the rest of the family. Every day has to count. You learn that when you receive a diagnosis that’s devastating. Every day is a gift. It’s an opportunity to share a moment together. My daughter Christiane, 15, suffers from juvenile Batten disease, an incurable neurological disorder that results in blindness, seizures, loss of motor functions and speech. Parents can help their family deal with the reality of a child’s terminal condition. First, face the situation with honesty and acceptance. Parents may want to hide or delay the diagnosis, so as to protect the siblings emotionally; however, honesty helps establish a new normal and gives the siblings coping skills for their adult lives. One thing that’s been very successful for us has been to take the approach of complete honesty about Christiane’s condition with the children from the very beginning. It’s kind of a gradual assimilation to a different reality. If you give children a chance to adapt to their circumstances, they do it beautifully. Next, approach life with faith and inspiration. Our faith has been an irreplaceable source of comfort. We believe that Christiane’s life has purpose and meaning, and trusting

that God has a plan for her life allows us to accept the places where we are powerless. We’ve also tried to teach our children that it’s not what happens to you in life that matters; it’s how you handle it that counts. A diagnosis like Batten has the potential to take you out at the knees and cripple you for life. But then you have a choice of whether you want to live feeling sorry for yourself, try to make the most of what you have, or even better, live trying to use your misfortune in a positive way for the good of others. Lastly, view challenges as a small window in a big picture. The challenge of having a child with special needs completely changes your life in every perspective. With a child’s life shortened, the “future” has a more fleeting definition. It really paralyzes your ability to dream about a future in a conventional sense. You have to re-frame how you think about the future. You try to keep your dreaming in finite chunks, because you may not know what your child’s condition will be a year from now. Any life path can be full of extraordinary trials. In our case, we are inspired by Christiane, who continues to be independent, spirited, determined and courageous as she faces her own challenges of living with a deadly disease. She reminds us that we can all decide to believe beyond our own limitations and fears. The Beyond Batten Disease Foundation, www.beyondbatten. org, was launched in 2008 by Craig and Charlotte Benson, whose daughter, Christiane, has juvenile Batten disease. The nonprofit foundation’s goal is to help eradicate the disease by raising awareness about Batten and funding research for a cure. As part of that effort, the foundation is trying to raise $6 million to advance an important medical breakthrough that slows the disease’s progress. The money is needed to get the research through an expensive validation and development process so that it can receive Food and Drug Administration approval for clinical trials.

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The grand finale of the 25th anniversary Reflection Foundation Gala is the check presentation for over $2.35 million. Courtesy photo

a twin sister, began receiving treatment at LLUCH while in utero due to kidney complications. On dialysis since birth, Castleberry received the life-saving kidney he needed from his mom’s friend and former co-worker. After hearing the encouraging story, guests were encouraged to donate to support LLUCH in its mis-

sion to provide quality, whole-child care to every patient. It was during this time that an anonymous donor gave $1 million toward the upcoming LLUCH – Indio clinic. Eight items were sold during the live auction, including two original paintings, each selling for $24,000, by Jeff Hanson, a visually impaired

artist. Hanson is an award-winning philanthropic artist on a mission to change the world through art and has a goal to raise $10 million before he is 30. The evening concluded with a celebratory presentation of the check onstage that included hospital staff, patients, guild members and donors.

Are you financially prepared for a family health crisis? Chris Orestis SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Americans are living longer, which means more time with the grandchildren, more time to travel to those places they didn’t see when they were younger and more time to devote to leaving their mark on the world. But a longer life expectancy also comes with problems. At least 70 percent of Americans will eventually watch as an aging loved one’s life is taken over by a growing list of impairments that could mean there’s a need for long-term care. And many family members will be unprepared both financially and emotionally to make decisions about what’s best for that person they care about so much. Too many people wait until they are in the middle of a crisis before they start trying to figure out how the world of long-term care works. That’s why it’s important to have a game plan mapped out ahead of time, and there are key things people need to be thinking about. Such as, can the family recognize the need for care? The first step in providing long-term care is identify-

ing that a loved one needs the care. Sometimes this need can sneak up on people slowly or it can happen overnight. Some of the telltale signs include cognitive impairment, such as forgetfulness or confusion; a house that is not as tidy or organized as it once was or has objects in odd places and physical deterioration, such as marked weakness, loss of strength and stamina, difficulty balancing or drastic weight loss. Also, what is the right kind of care? There are four types of long-term care. Home health care allows someone to remain in their own home while receiving care by licensed or unlicensed workers, as well as designated family members. Assisted living is housing for someone unable to live independently, but who just needs midlevel custodial care, medication support, lifestyle activities, transportation and meals. Nursing homes are for those who need higher level skilled care. Finally, hospice care is for people in the final six months of life. Lastly, is the family prepared to pay for it? The cost of long-term care can devastate a family’s finances. The annual cost of nursing home care, for example, is more

than $80,000. Generally, there are three options for paying for longterm care: tapping into retirement savings, buying long-term care insurance or relying on Medicaid and Medicare. Most seniors don’t want to be a burden on their families, and yet too often families are unprepared for how long-term care will have an impact on them. That’s why it’s important to plan for that day and not wait until the middle of a crisis. Chris Orestis, executive vice president of GWG Life, www. gwglife.com, is an over 20-year veteran of the insurance and long-term care industries and is nationally recognized as a health care expert and senior care advocate. He is a former Washington lobbyist who has provided legislative testimony; the author of two books: “Help on the Way” and “A Survival Guide to Aging;” a frequent columnist with a currently popular series entitled “The Healthcare Hunger Games” and has been a featured guest on over 50 radio programs and in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Kiplinger’s, Investor’s Business Daily, PBS and numerous other media outlets.

It doesn’t always have to be a ‘teen versus parent’ fight The American Counseling Association SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Parents and teenagers are always going to disagree about some things. It’s simply the nature of the beast. You, as the parent, are the half of the relationship with experience, who knows the limits, who wants to protect your child and who hopes to help guide them in positive ways. Your teenager is the half of the relationship who is not only dealing with physical and emotional changes, peer pressure and the normal developmental growth of desiring more independence, but who also has to also put up with all the rules, “those totally unfair rules,” that you, the parent tend, to impose. Yes, some conflict between parent and teen is inevitable, but there are things you can do to minimize the disagreements. Start by remembering that you

are the adult. Stay in control. Your teen may be trying to act grown up, but often they realize deep down that protection and guidance are needed. Children want to be reassured that their parents are still in control, helping to guide the teen’s life and development. Most importantly, learn to listen. It’s easy to be the busy adult, ignoring or misunderstanding your child. Instead, remember your own teen years and try to understand what your child is feeling and trying to communicate. Really listening to your child, understanding and respecting what is being expressed without being judgmental, can help strengthen and improve overall communication. You also want to set limits, but limits with options. Your teens may argue, but they also understand that there are always limits to what is allowed. Instead of being a dictator, offer options whenever possible that keep things within limits but do allow your teen some

freedoms. Choices are important to a growing teen, even if sometimes the wrong choice might be made. You also want to build a relationship with your teen, not one where you are your teen’s best friend, but rather one as an adult who can be depended upon and trusted. Get to know your child, their friends, interests and feelings. Let your child know that as an adult you have your own feelings, values and rights. As teens move toward adulthood, there will always be some conflicts and disagreements. But by respecting your child’s growing maturity and independence and showing that you’re aware of those changes, you can help build a more positive relationship for both parties. Counseling Corner is provided by the American Counseling Association. Send comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at www.counseling.org.

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About one in seven people entering a hospital need blood. One pint of blood, which is the amount volunteers give when they donate blood, can save up to three lives. Approximately, 38 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood but less than 10 percent do annually. Since blood is always needed, volunteers are asked to give blood for patients, such as those going through cancer or trauma. Donors must meet the eligibility requirements, be at least 17 years

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Business

Western Municipal Water District selects longtime employee Tim Barr as deputy general manager

Tim Barr, longtime employee of Western Municipal Water District, is chosen as the new deputy general manager. Courtesy photo

RIVERSIDE – Western Municipal Water District has named Tim Barr, a longtime employee with significant management expertise and nearly 30 years of public sector experience, as its new deputy general manager. “Having served the district’s

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Diamond Valley Arts Council memberships coming due and new members are welcome Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

New Diamond Valley Art Council memberships and membership renewals are now available to help operate the Diamond Valley Art Center in historic downtown Hemet at 123 N. Harvard St. where top name musical groups, noted artists, writers and students from throughout the region present shows and exhibits. The council reminds many members that annual renewals are due by April 1. The memberships and donations enable the council to hold twice monthly concerts and other performing arts events, showcase outstanding gallery exhibitions, provide educational programs and serve the valley as an advocate for the arts and culture. Different membership levels are available from Classic at $50 a year to the Marquise at $1,000 per year or the Diamond Club at $2,000 per year. The Classic membership offers $5 off all concert tickets. Seniors may have a Classic membership for $35. The most popular Oval membership is $125 for one year. With the Opal membership members may receive $5 off concert tickets. The Princess membership at

$250 and the Marquise and Diamond memberships entitle holders free admission to the annual “Gala for the Arts” that includes a fine dinner, dance, entertainment, a silent auction and drawings, regularly $65 per person. This year’s Gala for the Arts, “Van Gogh’s Starry Night,” at the DVAC Center is $65 per person at the door 6 p.m. Saturday, March 10; however, seating is limited. Reserve tickets early. The next Music at the DVAC is Saturday, March 17 on St. Patrick’s Day and will present the Steven Ragsdale Quartet, 7 p.m. Ragsdale has studied with great jazz musicians like Jeff Ellwood, Francisco Torres, James Rotter and Christopher Bartz and performed with Bill Cunliffe BACHanalia Big Band, Eleventy, Slang, Zzaj, The Mercy Stone and the Noir Saxophone Quartet. Admission at the door is $15. For membership applications, email membership@thedvac. org, and send membership fees by check to: The DVAC, 140 E. Stetson Ave., Suite 297, Hemet, CA 92544. For upcoming events, visit www.thedvac.org or by stop by the art center at 123 N. Harvard St., in Hemet, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Tony Ault can be reached by email at tault@reedermedia.com.

The Community Foundation offers grants to strengthen nonprofit funding RIVERSIDE – The Community Foundation which serves inland Southern California, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, is currently accepting online grant applications from nonprofits for capacity building projects through March 30. Nonprofits must provide services in Riverside and San Bernardino counties to be eligible. Funding for these grants comes from the Community Impact Fund. Eligible nonprofits may apply for a one-year responsive grant, up to $10,000. Because there is a change to the Community Impact Fund grant online application process, a technical workshop is being offered on three dates. The first date is March 15, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at The Community Foundation’s Riverside corporate office, 3700 Sixth St., Suite 200, in Riverside. The second date is March 21, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Children’s Fund, 348 W. Hospitality Lane, Suite 110, in San Bernardino. The last date is March 22, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at The Community Foundation’s Coachella Valley office, 41-550 Eclectic St., in Palm Desert. The Community Impact Fund allows the foundation to respond to requests for support across a widerange of organizational capacity

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building needs. Capacity building support is intended to enable an organization to carry out its mission by strengthening capacity, effectiveness and sustainability. These funds should provide an opportunity for nonprofits to reflect, learn and take action in developing short- and long-term, sustainable solutions to the challenges they face in addressing critical community needs. Organizations interested in applying should visit the grants schedule for more information, including eligibility. Applications will be reviewed and grants awarded by Aug. 31. The Community Foundation is the oldest and largest community foundation in inland Southern California. Established in 1941, The Community Foundation stewards more than $100 million in assets and provides college scholarships and grants to nonprofit organizations across the two-county region and beyond. Since its founding, the foundation has awarded more than $100 million to support programs that strengthen the community. For more information, visit The Community Foundation’s website at www.thecommunityfoundation. net or visit them on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

John ‘Woody’ Woodrum to speak at TVRWF luncheon TEMECULA – John “Woody” Woodrum will address guests at the Temecula Valley Republican Women Federated luncheon meeting 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 20, at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula. Woodrum has a diverse background. He is currently the president of the California Screaming Eagles, which supports the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights – especially the first and second Amendments. He is a retired veteran, a conservative and Christian leader in San Diego. He has a passion to help make California “Golden” again. He will be joined

by his wife, Donna, who is the CEO of a nonprofit organization helping veterans in need, the American Culture Council. The luncheon is open to the public and includes a gourmet buffet lunch. The Wilson Creek Winery is located at 35960 Rancho California Road, in the heart of Temecula’s Wine Country. Reservations can be made with Virginia, (951) 296-7128 or tvrwfmembership439@gmail.com. The cost for guests is $30, and for TVRWF members, the cost is $25. For more information, visit www. tvrwf.org.

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At the Diamond Valley Arts Center Gallery exhibition, fabric artists share their unique creations Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

Fiber artists, quilters and weavers happily “broke the rules” at the Diamond Valley Arts Center in Hemet Sunday, March 4, by showing off their fabric art pieces and how they were made at the reception and opening of the center’s 2018 Fabric Arts Show. The show that will continue through the month of March at the center, 123 N. Harvard St, Hemet brought more than a dozen fiber artists from the region to enter the DVAC contest and to exhibit their work to the public. Fiber artists create colorful art pieces using fabric, quilts, buttons, beads and other cast -off items and stitching or gluing them together. These works are often titled by the artist. The majority of the artists who entered in the annual DVAC Fabrics Art Show are members of the “Designing Desert Divas.” The divas collaborate

What is it? It is an “Iguanamealeon,” of course, created by fiber artist Allyson Allen who spent nine weeks creating the fiber art piece made from four different quilts sewn together and bordered with cloth applique and buttons. Her creation, on display at the Diamond Valley Arts Center gallery, shows her intricate stitching around every circle on the quilt.

monthly on their different fabric art techniques and creations. Joining the Divas are other local fabric artists,

weavers and quilters. Tony Ault can be reached by email at tault@reedermedia.com.

First-place and second-place fiber art clothing winners Martha Lumina, right, and Julie Roy from Idyllwild show their fabric art clothing creations on display at the Diamond Valley Arts Center gallery 123 N. Harvard St. in historic downtown Hemet. Lumina created a multipurpose, latticed clothing piece that can be worn or used as a table runner shown on the right. Roy wears a scarf and shows other scarves, woven from fiber from Tony Ault photos her alpaca herd in Anza.

Temecula offers positions on the Old Town local review board and city planning commission TEMECULA – The Temecula City Council invites interested Temecula residents to apply for three positions on the Old Town local review board. The positions are for full three-year terms through June 15, 2021. The Temecula City Council also

invites interested residents to apply for two positions on the planning commission. The positions are for full three-year terms through June 15, 2021. To be a member of the Old Town local review board and the planning

commission, it is necessary to be a resident of Temecula and a registered voter at the time the application is submitted. Application forms are available on the city website, www.TemeculaCA. gov, and in the city clerk’s office.

Original completed applications will be accepted at the Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main Street, Temecula, in the city clerk’s office through 5 p.m. March 31. Original completed applications will also be accepted by mail, if they are received

by the deadline. Mail applications to 41000 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590. Additional information is available in the city clerk’s office or by calling (951) 694-6444.

EMWD recognized for transparency efforts PERRIS – Eastern Municipal Water District has been recognized by the California Special District Association with its Transparency Certificate of Excellence in recognition of their ongoing commitment to open government. The award is presented by the CSDA’s Special District Leadership Foundation. Eastern Municipal Water District has continually held the honor since 2013. Eastern Municipal Water District was the first water agency in Riverside County to receive the certificate when it was first recognized in 2013. The certificate is valid for a

two-year period. The certificate is presented to organizations that place transparency and public accessibility at the forefront of their missions and meet stringent requirements promoting open government practices. “EMWD is committed to operating in a transparent manner to promote public confidence in all that we do,” EMWD President David Slawson said. “We are honored to again be recognized for that commitment and look forward to continuing to be an organization that is at the forefront of open governance.”

In order to receive the award, the water district had to meet more than two dozen requirements, all relating to the promotion of open governance. Eight of the requirements centered round ethics training for all board members, properly conducting open meetings and filing financial transactions and compensation reports to the State Controller’s office. Additionally, the district fulfilled more than a dozen website requirements, including the posting of board agendas, district budgets, the general manager’s contract, financial audits and other key financial

policies. Eastern Municipal Water District also demonstrated community outreach through regular

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Rod Run speeds back to Temecula for annual show Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

A bevy of restored, vintage automobiles took the streets of Old Town Temecula for the city’s annual Rod Run March 2 and 3. Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of those in attendance as hundreds flocked to the streets to enjoy the Friday Night Cruise and Saturday’s Show and Shine. While numbers were down this year due to a winter storm that hit the area Saturday, the show usually attracts thousands of auto enthusiasts and spectators. Old Town shuts down from “arch to arch” annually for the event, which kicked off at 5 p.m. Friday with the famous Friday Night Cruise where vehicles roam through the streets revving their engines and honking their horns much to the enjoyment of eager spectators. A lower than usual number of hot rods, custom and classic cars as well as special interest vehicles took to the streets of Old Town Temecula where owners showed off their shiny rides to those in attendance, thanks to the storm which dumped about eighttenths of an inch of rain in Temecula. The Rod Run, one of Temecula’s signature events, has been in existence for more than 30 years. Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

Classic cars parade along Front Street in Old Town during the Temecula Rod Run, March 2.

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Classic cars fill Old Town Front Street during the annual 2018 Temecula Rod Run Friday Night Cruise.

Classic cars parade along Front Street in Old Town during the Temecula Rod Run.

Bill Banta pulls over to check the carburetor of his ‘67 Chevelle during the Temecula Rod Run Friday Night Cruise.

Classic cars parade along Front Street in Old Town during the Temecula Rod Run.

Families enjoy cruising through Old Town in classic cars during the Temecula Rod Run.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: ONGOING – Explore Science every Friday night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pennypickle’s Workshop. $5 per person. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org. March 26 – 10 a.m. – noon or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Vet Academy at Pennypickle’s Workshop. Do you love animals and dream of working with them? If the answer is yes, then enroll in Vet Academy! You’ll learn how to speak dog and cat, what helps make animals happy and well, and much more, so grab your favorite stuffed animal, your stethoscope and lab coat, and prepare for an exciting animal adventure. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org. ENTERTAINMENT: March 10 – 6-9 p.m. Free Live Music at Maurice Car’rie Winery. Come see Temecula’s most-loved cover/dance band Big Truth performing outside under the stars. Fun for date night or an outing with the entire family. Features Temecula School of Rock. Information: mauricecarriewinery.com. March 11 – 3-4:30 p.m. MSJC Eagle Orchestra Winter Concert at MSJC’s San Jacinto Campus theatre, Bldg. 1500. 1499 N. State Street in San Jacinto. Conducted by Frances Moore, the MSJC Eagles Orchestra will present their winter concert featuring Concerto for Harp by G.F. Handel with Vanessa Sheldon, harp soloist, and Symphony in C by Georges Bizet. Ticket prices: General Admission

$6, Seniors/Veterans $5, Students $4. For more information contact Vanessa Sheldon at (951) 4873641 or vsheldon@msjc.edu. March 17 – 2 p.m. The world’s premier Beatles Tribute, “Classical Mystery Tour,” will highlight the Temecula Valley Symphony 2018 season. This concert presents nearly 30 Beatles tunes played by the band with a live orchestra! They’ve performed with many major symphonies and now Classical Mystery Tour is coming to the Golden Bear Theater, Temecula Valley High School at 31555 Rancho Vista Road, in Temecula. For more information, ticket prices and venue details please call (951) 587-1536 or visit www.TemeculaValleySymphony.org. ONGOING – 7 p.m. Second Saturday of the month. Speakeasy at the Merc presents live Traditional Jazz of the 20s-40s. Performances feature the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter, in rotation with prominent southern California Traditional Jazz artists. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Tickets www. tickets.temeculatheater.org. ONGOING – 7-9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, presented by Gwyn Sanborn. Every first and third Saturday for a live country music show featuring the house band backing up the valley’s hottest country artists. Check the schedule online at www.countryatthemerc.info. A second show will be added at 9 p.m. if first show sells out. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov.

ONGOING – 3 p.m. Classics at The Merc. Presented by California Chamber Orchestra association with Temecula Presents. Co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Every second and fourth Sunday afternoon. Features an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov. ONGOING – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, presented by Sherry Williams. Each Thursday (and special performance dates throughout the year). Be treated to a different jazz group in the intimate space known as “The Merc.” 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: March 14 – 11:30 a.m. Menifee NAFE at Merna’s Cafe & Grill 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd. in Sun City. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for guests and then they order their food and pay the restaurant direct. NAFE membership is $39 a year. NAFE has been serving women for over 45 years, RSVP to Robbie Motter at (951) 2559200 or by email at rmotter@aol. com. March 14 – 9 a.m. to noon. Workshop for Nonprofits, “Financials Without Tears” sponsored by The Valley Nonprofit Network of the Hemet San Jacinto Chamber COMMUNITY EVENTS: of Commerce. SRCAR at 2335 March 9 – 10 a.m. Lake El- E. Florida Ave., Hemet. $25 nonsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge No. members; $30 Chamber members 2591 will host a Golf Tournament and $25 CAN members. Space is at “The Links at Summerly” in limited. RSVP at (951) 658-3211. Lake Elsinore on Friday, March 9. March 15 – 10 a.m. The TemecRegistration is at 10 a.m. and Shot- ula Valley Rose Society will meet at gun Start at noon. Individuals are the Temecula Public Library, 30600 $80 and foursomes are $300. Din- Pauba Road in Temecula. Glenn ner is included at the Awards Cere- Wenzel, local historian, will speak mony at the lodge located at 33700 on the development of White Park Mission Trail, Wildomar. Social in Riverside, from its swampland Hour is from 5-6 p.m. with dinner origins to the spectacular park it at 6 p.m. Information contact Russ is today. Light luncheon will be Hamilton at pddgeruss@gmail. served and guests are welcome. com or call at (909) 263-2714. March 15 – 11:30 a.m. to 1 March 23 – Animal Friends of p.m. EAC presentation “Disthe Valley Fore the Animals Golf ability Etiquette and Reasonable Tournament. Temecula Creek Inn, Accommodations” presented by 44501 Rainbow Canyon Road. To Toussaint Wade, DOR at Richie’s support homeless and companion Diner, 40651 Murrieta Hot Springs animals. Sponsorships available. Road in Murrieta. Lunch included. Prizes, silent auction, dinner and Cost $25 for EAC members, $30 awards. Registration by March non-members. $35 day of the 12. For green fees and information event. Reservations are required see animalfriendsofthevalley.com/ and can be made by email to Patti fore2018. Conlin at hr@oakgrovecenter.org ONGOING – Weekly classes at or Mary Williams at hteac2009@ the Hemet Art Association Gallery, yahoo.com. Information: Nancy 144 N. Harvard St. in Hemet. Tues- Marie Keaton (951) 304-5723. days, Painting with Acrylics (be- Registration by credit card is availginners to intermediate) 4:30-7:30 able through Eventbrite at: https:// p.m. Information: Paula Squier disability_accommodation.event(805) 341-2707. Thursdays 9 a.m. brite.com to noon, Portraits in Oil (all levels). March 19 – 11 a.m. Temecula Cost for class is $15. Information: Valley Newcomers Club Meeting Jack Roberts (951) 652-3679. and Luncheon at Wilson Creek Thursdays 1-4 p.m. Painting in Oil Winery, 35960 Rancho California (all levels). Information: Jerry Horn Road in Temecula. Come hear the (951) 654-5620. Fridays 1-4 p.m. Temecula Police Department’s Watercolor Painting (beginners Crime Prevention Officer, Teri to intermediate). Cost for class is Harney, providing tips on staying $15. Information: Judy Stoh (951) safe. Everyone is welcome. If you 927-4176. All classes are open to have recently moved to the Temthe public. ecula Valley or have lived here for ONGOING – 8-11 a.m. Fund- many years and want to get out raising breakfast at Lake Elsinore/ more, meet new people and have Wildomar Elks Lodge No. 2591 fun, Temecula Valley Newcomers to raise money for the Lodge and Club (TVNC) is for you. See what it’s all about at the TVNC monthly luncheon. Paid reservations are Required at least one week before the luncheon, please call Anne at (951) 677-7149. This Club is a social organization with many different activities for members such as card games, book clubs, mahjong, movie groups, theater trips, lunch and dinner groups and much more. For Club information call Isi (951) 255-1818. April 21 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Third annual Earth Day Art & Music Festival. The Murrieta Arts Council has partnered with the Santa Margarita Sierra Club and Vail Headquarters to bring this free event to the community. Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway. A variety of local artists and eco-conscious small businesses will occupy 30-plus vendor spaces. Live music, family activities, including a scavenger hunt. Sponsors are currently being solicited to help with marketing costs to increase awareness for this community vent. For more information, visit www.

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‘Singin’ in the Rain’ comes to Pechanga Theater for Mother’s Day TEMECULA – Pechanga Resort and Casino has announced three performances of “Singin’ in the Rain: The Broadway Musical,” the award-winning stage adaptation of one of the greatest musical comedies of all time, over Mother’s Day weekend. The musical will show at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, May

11-12 and 2 p.m., Sunday, May 13. Set in the waning days of the silent film era, screen star Don Lockwood realizes the future of the film industry lies in talkies – only to find that his leading lady has a speaking voice better suited for silence. Written by comedy legends – and original film screen-

writers – Betty Comden and Adolf Green, and featuring the beloved songs by Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed, the stage version of “Singin’ in the Rain” includes all of the classic song and dance numbers from the film – complete with an onstage rainstorm. Chocked full of tap-dancing, Tinsel town glitz, witty

dialogue and hilarious situations, “Singin’ in the Rain” will have Temecula audiences laughing at the clouds, ready for love and leaving the theater with a smile on their face. Song and dance numbers include “Good Morning,” “Make ‘Em Laugh,” “Beautiful Girl,” “Fit as a Fiddle,” “Moses,” “You Were

Meant for Me,” “All I Do Is Dream of You,” “Broadway Rhythm Ballet,” “You Are My Lucky Star,” and of course, “Singin’ in the Rain.” Tickets start at $65 and are available at the box office or by calling (877) 711-2946 from noon to 8 p.m. daily. For more information, visit www.pechanga.com.

Idyllwild’s International Festival of Cinema open in Idyllwild Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

More than 100 different films from documentaries to features will be viewed during Idyllwild’s signature Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema sometimes called the “Mini Sundance” that began Tuesday, March 6, and will continue through Saturday, March 10. The extraordinary film festival began at 10 a.m. March 6 at Idyllwild’s Rustic Theater, 54290 North Circle Drive, with the showing of the films “Vermijo” and later “The Golden Age.” The showings will end Saturday, March 10, at the Idyllwild Town Hall, 25925 Cedar St, with the showing of “Hunting Lands.” A listing of the film festivals showings at different locations throughout the Idyllwild mountain community can be found on the IIFC webpage www.idyllwildcinemafest.com. Stephen Savage, the IIFC director began assembling the film festival in 2009 and it has since grown to become one of the Southern California’s finer film festivals known the world over. “IIFC moves

into this new season so strong, and so viable, I am literally in awe of its potential, and bigger and more inspiring,” says Savage in his online invitation to the 2018 film festival. “And to add even more awe to my already huge exuberance, the audiences keep coming in greater numbers. To say we have come into our own falls short of the mark. IIFC has come so far in such a short time that I can now say, without fear of exaggeration that we are truly one of the ‘Go To’ festivals for filmmakers and film lovers in California.” The full IIFC festival pass was priced at $95 with day passes $35 and single screening passes at $10 each. The special IIFC Foundation “Live Love” Benefit Saturday, March 10, with a $10 ticket that will offer two screenings including the locally filmed upcoming western TV drama series pilot “Tucker’s War,” directed by Stephen Savage. The nonprofit “live Love” Foundation brings hope and encouragement to Kids Battling Cancer in Hospitals Worldwide. It is a separate event apart from the

full festival pass. With the Director’s Mixer Party at 9 p.m. Saturday, March 10, ticket set at $20 where guests may meet

fellow filmmakers along with a dinner and drinks. The festivals’ full schedule and locations of festival events throughout downtown

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Ramona Play offers special ‘Snowbirds’-only performance, March 17 Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

For winter visitors to the HemetSan Jacinto Valley, the Ramona Bowl Amphitheater is rolling out the red carpet to see the world-famous “Ramona,” California’s official outdoor play 1 p.m. Saturday, March 17. Winter visitors, by showing photo identification, will be invited to come into the Ramona Bowl Amphitheater, 27400 Ramona Bowl Road, in Hemet for a full sneak preview of the historic play. Special “We Love Our Snowbirds” tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Tickets and more information is available at (951) 658-3111. Presale tickets online at national ticket sales outlets or at www.ramonabowl.com. The book “Ramona” was penned over 100 years ago by Helen Hunt Jackson on a reporting assignment in the old western town of San Jacinto. Her book about the injustice suffered by members of the Cahuilla Indian

tribe by white ranchers touched the hearts and minds of a nation. The novel was made into a play in 1923 and presented in the mesquitecovered foothills of Hemet that proved to have perfect acoustics for the performers and the spectators who sat on rocks and hay bales. The outdoor amphitheater has been modernized since and seats almost 2,000 with a Spanish-style hacienda, gift shops, flower gardens, museums and snack bars open during performances and special events. The snowbirds, as winter visitors are fondly called by Hemet San Jacinto Valley residents, are always welcome by the residents and businesses of the community and receive the special favor to see the Ramona Play weeks before its regular scheduled performances, April 21-22, April 28-29 and May 5-6. Ramona Bowl Office hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tony Ault can be reached by email at tault@reedermedia.com.

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Sammy Haggar to help Pala celebrate opening of adult entertainment complex PALA – The opening of Pala Casino Spa & Resort’s newest amenity, its expansive swimming pool, bar and outdoor restaurant adult entertainment complex, remains right on target for Saturday, May 19. And, the plans to introduce the new entertainment elements are as big as the space itself. The pool, complete with waterfalls, fire places and daybeds will open 8 a.m. May 19, until 5 p.m. when the venue will be cleared to prepare for the evening entertainment that will be provided by the “Red Rocker” himself, Sammy Hagar and The Circle, who will kick off Pala’s Starlight Theater concert season 7:30 p.m. that evening. “The new elements will be added to what Pala is calling its ‘adult entertainment complex,’” Bill Bembenek, Pala’s chief executive officer, said. The project is being designed to attract Southern Californians who are looking for a comprehensive adult recreational experience. When unveiled, the complex will include six pools and hot tubs, a poolside bar and restaurant, 14 poolside cabanas, Pala’s 10,000 square-foot, award-winning Spa, the 2,500 seat Starlight Theater and a unique underground Wine Cave, all of which are enveloped by Pala’s 507-room, four-diamond hotel. “Our resort is comprehensive. Whether your aim is to relax, to be entertained or to dine guests will be able to do all of those things, and you can do any of them either inside our spacious casino, hotel and restaurants or outdoors in our luxurious entertainment complex,” Bembenek said. Pala’s Starlight Theater concert season, which begins May 19 and

continues through September, will be its most extensive ever. During the first half of the season, in addition to Sammy Hagar and The Circle, tickets already are on sale for Huey Lewis and The News, May 26; Brian Setzer’s Rockabiliy Riot!, June 2; R& B legends The Isley Brothers, June 9, and Kenny Loggins, July 6. Tickets are on sale with no service charge at the Pala box office, www. palacasino.com, (877) 946-7252 and also at www.startickets.com and (800) 585-3737. Other confirmed performances are TajMo: The Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’ Band; comedians Jo Koy and Russell Peters and Otis Day and the Knights Toga Party. On sale dates for those acts will be announced soon. “The first half of our summer outdoor concert season is solid with a headliner performing each weekend other than Father’s Day weekend. And, the second half of the season is shaping up to be even more concentrated with fantastic headliner entertainment,” Bembenek said. Sammy Hagar and The Circle, which also includes Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson, continue Hagar’s Hall of Fame career, which started in the 1970s with the hard rock band, Montrose. He then launched a successful solo career, scoring an enduring hit in 1984 with “I Can’t Drive 55.” He enjoyed commercial success when he replaced David Lee Roth as the lead singer of Van Halen in 1985, but left the band in 1996. He returned to Van Halen for a two-year reunion from 2003 to 2005. Hagar was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, March 12, 2007, as a member of Van Halen.

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Siam Kitchen Thai Cuisine’s flavorful dishes bring the heat

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Siam Kitchen serves lard nar or sauteed rice noodles and meat.

I started eating there a year ago when I picked up one of my best friends to go see a movie and he got in my car with a half-eaten take out box of pad Thai he had picked up there. “You couldn’t have eaten that before you got in my car?” I asked, grumpily, as I drove. I had

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Nestled in a shopping center just before Interstate 15 in south Temecula is a restaurant where the dishes are packed with flavor and often, a kick of heat: Siam Kitchen Thai Cuisine.

not eaten anything, and here my buddy was munching on this dish that smelled and looked amazing. I figured the food must have been spectacular if my friend had to take it for a car ride instead of putting it up for later. I went a few days afterward and ordered the pad Thai. I was hooked.

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MARCH 9, 2018

Wine Country Enjoy a glass of wine Events Calendar and some music during Maurice Car’rie’s concert series FRIDAY, MARCH 9

Guests pack the lawn during a previous year’s concert series event at Courtesy photos Maurice Car’rie Winery.

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What could be a better way to finish up a day in Temecula Valley Wine Country than with a gorgeous evening, a glass of wine and some free music? Throughout the region, numerous wineries have live music events and regularly scheduled concerts and Maurice Car’rie Winery is among them. The winery’s “Let’s Dance” live music series will begin 6 p.m. Saturday, March 10, and will feature versatile cover and dance band Big Truth and budding musicians from the School of Rock Temecula. Maurice Car’rie General Manager Gary Van Roekel said this is the third time the winery has hosted a concert series. He said he and his wife are music lovers and thought the event would be an excellent way to showcase up and coming musicians and provide a good time for visitors. “We’re having these events right out front on Rancho California Road on our nice sprawling lawn here,” Van Roekel said. “It’s very inviting. People either get here early and grab one of the picnic tables or bring their beach chairs and blankets and come out and just have a good time.” Maurice Car’rie has lined up a wide variety of acts for its concert series this year, including pop, rock, R&B and dance bands. Some of the bands do a mixture of music.

The concerts will happen from 6-9 p.m. every other Saturday through Oct. 13. Big Truth, the band slated for this Saturday’s concert, is known for high-energy performances of top 40 hits as well as rock, dance and funk, hip hop and ‘80s New Wave. When the band takes a break the kids from Temecula’s school of rock will get up on stage and play instruments. “They’ll come in and basically bring their guitars, plug into the amp from the main event band that’s playing and they play for maybe four or five songs,” Van Roekel explained. School of Rock students are frequent visitors to the concert events, according to Van Roekel. He said that the event is enjoyable for the kids but it’s also a thrill for the children’s parents, grandparents and neighbors. “Being a parent myself and a grandparent I really enjoy seeing those kids,” Van Roekel said. “They get so excited – 10 minutes, 15 minutes before they go on, while another band is playing, they’re back there playing air guitar and they just get really excited about getting up there to perform.” The winery will be open through 6 p.m. so guests will be able to grab a glass of one of Maurice Car’rie’s white or red wines as well as its delicious baked brie sourdough bread in advance of the concert. In addition to those items, the concerts usually have an on-site

Big Truth is the headline for the March 10 kickoff event for Maurice Car’rie’s “Let’s Dance” live music series, which will run through the end of August.

caterer. Nana’s Tamales will be serving up food for guests during the March 10 concert. Guests are welcome to pack their own food and bring it to the event, but the winery does not allow alcohol to be brought onto the premises from off-site. For more information on the concert series or Saturday’s event, visit Maurice Car’rie’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mauricecarrie/. ACTS PERFORMING AT MAURICE CARRIE THIS YEAR:

March 10 ��Big Truth & School of Rock March 24 ��Cougrzz with special guest Anatalia Villaranda April 14 ��David Paul Band April 28 ��Cougrzz & Black Rock Candy May 12 ��Big Truth & School of Rock May 26 ��Crimson Crow Band June 9 ��Crimson Crow Band June 23 ��Big Truth & School of Rock July 14 ��Endeavor Aug 11 ��David Paul Band Aug 25 ��Keston Barker and the Rhythm Killers & School of Rock Sept 8 ��Lifetime Rocker Sept 22 ��Big Truth Oct 13 ��Big Truth & School of Rock

Explore Temecula Valley’s Unique Wine Trails for a Diverse & Adventurous Wine-Tasting Experience Annette Brown VISIT TEMECULA VALLEY

Temecula Valley Wine Country boasts a variety of unique wineries, from boutique to resort, with a surplus of amenities including gift shops, restaurants, spas, patios, bocce ball and live entertainment. Visitors to the region can take advantage of three unique wine trails to help plan their wine-tasting experience, each offering a unique set of vineyards and wineries for discovery and tastings. From the time-tested traditions and ease-of-access of the Rancho California Wine Trail to Calle Cotento Wine Trail’s “Offthe-beaten-path” experience to De Portola Wine Trail that meanders through Temecula Valley’s equestrian area while showcasing wines styles from around the world, there is a wine trail for every Temecula Valley visitor. Rancho California Wine Trail Some of the region’s oldest and most well-known wineries can be found on the Rancho California Wine Trail, dotted with the wineries that most visitors first encounter upon exiting the freeway for a Temecula Valley wine-tasting experience. Located on the west side of the trail sits Callaway Vineyard & Winery, Thornton Winery, Hart Winery, Baily Vineyard & Winery, Mount Palomar Winery, Europa Village, Inn at Churon Winery, Miramonte Winery and Bel Vino Winery. Further east, visitors can explore Maurice Car’rie Vineyard & Winery, Avensole Vineyard & Winery, Carter Estate Winery & Vineyard, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, Wiens Family Cellars, Ponte Winery, Monte De Oro Winery, Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyard, and Doffo Vineyard & Winery. Standouts along this densely concentrated trail include Callaway Vineyard & Winery, the first commercial winery in Temecula Valley; Thornton Winery, known for their sell out jazz concerts, wine tours, and

magnificent sparkling wine in their French-style chateau; Hart Winery, a family-run, longtime local favorite with a full lineup of varietals; Baily Vineyard & Winery, specializing in the Bordeaux varieties; and Mount Palomar Winery, a Temecula Valley classic since 1969. Calle Cotento Wine Trail For an “off the beaten path” wine tasting experience, visitors won’t want to miss the Calle Cotento Wine Trail. Located just off Rancho California Road, this wine trail boasts sweeping views of vineyards throughout the trail’s meandering path. Must-see wineries along this trail include Falkner Winery, specializing in award-winning Super Tuscan and Meritage blends (and the Pinnacle Restaurant with 360 degree vineyard view!); family-owned and operated Akash Winery (opening summer 2018); Peltzer Family Cellars, featuring the new The Crush House tasting room where guests can sample unique wines in rustic, hip style; the family-run Lumiere Winery, serving up estate-grown Bordeauxs, Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots and Sauvignon Blancs; and Vindemia Vineyard & Estate Winery, another family-owned Temecula Valley winery serving up European style wines in a laid-back, California setting. Limited-production Briar Rose Winery is located on the south side of the road, often sought after for its charming, fairytale setting. De Portola Wine Trail Just south of Rancho California Road, the De Portola Wine Trail wanders through an equestrian region, nestled against the foothills of Temecula Valley. The Spanish influence in both architecture and wine is strong at Masia de la Vinya, while Cougar Vineyard & Winery (which features 100 percent Estate, award-winning Italian varietals including Primitivo, Pinot Grigio and Pulciano), Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery, and Danza del Sol Winery all evoke the idyllic Italian

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Education

Black History Month student essayists win Human Relations Council scholarships Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

Seven students from middle school, high school and college made the best of their opportunity to express their thoughts about famous black Americans, March 1, during the Human Relations Council of the Greater Hemet, San Jacinto and Menifee Region’s 14th annual Black History Month Essay Contest award ceremony. The awards ceremony in the Mt. San Jacinto College San Jacinto campus library brought warm applause from local residents, students, professors and other educators as each read their essays talking about famous black American citizens that have made history in improving the nation’s civil rights. Early black civil rights heroes such as Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks were praised in the essays along with the more recent civil rights advocates such as former President Barack Obama and singer Rihanna. Attending the awards presentation was council founder Charles Knox, 86, who told the students giving their essays that just being at the ceremony shows how they are helping further the cause of civil rights for black Americans. “How important you are here, a part of American’s melting pot and doing your best to make this a better place with a better life,” Knox said. He urged them to continue their efforts in the future. A panel of HRC judges heard each of the student presentations and determined who would receive $25 to $150 scholarships from the nonprofit HRC, Mt. San Jacinto College Diversity Committee and Riverside Community Action Partnership for their essays and presentation.

Nikki Leslie from Monte Vista Middle School, Graciela Flores from West Valley High School and Andrea Mares of University of California Riverside won first place. Each received $150 scholarships. The second place middle school winner was Akina Kono of Monte Vista, who took home a $50 scholarship. The second place high school winner was Kristina Leslie of San Jacinto High with a $25 award, and second place college winner was Alfred Llagas of Mt. San Jacinto College with a $75 win. Presentations awards of $100 each went to middle school student Nicki Leslie of Monte Vista; Kristina Leslie from San Jacinto High School and University of California Riverside student Andrea Mares. Alexander Robbins from Monte Vista Middle School also received a $25 award. A representative from the Pilgrim Congregational Church invited the winning essayist to recite their essays at the next regular church service. Judges for this year’s Black History Month Essay Contest were Nancy Austin, retired teacher and business owner; Rick Cosmano, retired San Diego Union freelance journalist; Polly Drucke, Hemet school nurse. Secret judges Willie Hamilton, Marrisa Navarro and local historian Penelope Engard, who was not present that evening, was also judged the essays. HRC Chairman Michael Madrigal, Mary Morse and other members of the HRC board were present at the awards ceremony. Linda Greilich of Golden Era Productions was scheduled to sing the national anthem. Tony Ault can be reached by email at tault@reedermedia. com.

The Human Relations Council of Greater Hemet, San Jacinto and Menifee Region awards seven essay writers in the 14th annual Black History Month essay contest, including, from left, Akina Kono, Nikki Leslie and Alexander Robbins of Monte Vista Middle School; Graciela Flores of West Valley High School; Kristina Leslie of San Jacinto High School; Alfred Llagas of Mt. San Jacinto College and Andrea Mares of University of California Riverside. Tony Ault photos

Charles Knox, the founder of The Human Relations Council of Greater Hemet, San Jacinto and Menifee Region, gives words of encouragement to San Jacinto High School student Kristina Leslie, who wrote about singer, songwriter and civil rights activist Rihanna for the 14th annual Black History Month essay contest.

Pets

Recognize and relieve sources of pets’ stress TEMECULA – Stress can affect anyone, even household pets. Although life may seem footloose and fancy free for companion animals, they have their share of stressors as well. It may be hard to believe that dogs, cats, birds and other animals can suffer from stress. But certain situations or scenarios may trigger a stressful response in pets, and pet owners should learn to recognize such stressors and do what they can to help pets avoid them. Research indicates that stress, especially constant sources of stress, can impact pet health and well-being. A 2011 study published in the Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology found that when dogs are under stress, their bodies release an excessive amount of the fight or flight hormone norepinephrine. This increased hormone can alter gut bacteria and interfere with gastrointestinal tract motility. Resulting diarrhea can compound stressful situations and exacerbate the situation. The pet advice site, Pet-Happy, said that during stressful situations,

pets’ blood pressure may climb, breathing may become more rapid, heart rate may increase and the immune system can become less effective – instances that would also occur in humans. Various studies show that stress can be a contributing factor to disease. Animals experience stress for different reasons and exhibit stress in ways that set them apart from one another and their human companions. The following is a breakdown of what may contribute to stress in birds, cats and dogs. According to James Morrisey, a veterinarian at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University, birds are very good at picking up stress in people, which may contribute to their own stress. It can be challenging to determine what is causing stress in birds. However, the appearance of stress bars on feathers, the sudden onset of aggression, fearful behavior, changes in appetite and destructive behavior can indicate that stress is present. Cats can become stressed over situations their owners may not

consider major. Loud music and noises, changes in food or litter brands, having new carpet or furniture installed or a number of visitors in the home may be stressors, Pam Johnson-Bennet, author and cat behavior expert, said. Some of the easiest stress symptoms to spot include excessive self-grooming, urine spraying, aggression, extreme vocalization and eliminating outside of the litter box. The British Small Animal Veterinary Association’s “Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine” said that some of the most common dog stress triggers are novelty, housing changes, loud noises, changes in household members and changes in schedule. Dogs may exhibit stress through appetite changes, isolation, digestive issues, lethargy and increased sleeping. Once stress is identified apart from any other health issues, pet owners can take steps to reduce it. Providing a security spot to which the pet can retreat, regular exercise, mental stimulation and gradual changes to routine, diet or other things a pet has relied on can help.

Certain situations or scenarios may trigger a stressful response in pets, and pet owners should learn to recognize such stressors and do what they can to help pets avoid them. Courtesy photo

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For more information on Lucia, Uahi and other great pets for adoption, contact the Ramona Humane Society at (951) 654-8802 or visit www.ramonahumanesociety.org.

Hi, my name is Bear. I am a 7-year-old Shepherd mix and a very affectionate boy. I am good with children and other dogs. I enjoy going on walks. I would do best with someone that is home a lot. I would make an amazing pet. I am all ready to go home with you! Intake Number: 372292

Hi, my name is Maggie. I am a 1-year-old domestic short hair cat and a super sweet girl. I enjoy sunbathing by a window to watch the birds. I am litterbox trained and use a scratch post. I am good with children, dogs and cats. I am all ready to go home with you! Intake Number: 388019

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Education

Hemet Unified School District Governing Five graduate U.S. Air Force Board recognized teacher Candace basic military training Ballard of Tahquitz High School JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIOLACKLAND, Texas – U.S. Air Force Airman Erny Guerra, U.S. Air Force Airman John Alfred R. Cordora, U.S. Air Force Airman Alejandro R. Briseno, U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Angel A. Guzman II and U.S. Air Force Airman Thomas J. Ramirez graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, in San Antonio, Texas. Guerra is the son of Araceli Ayala and Ernesto Guerra of Temecula and the husband of Adriana Guerra. He is a 2017 graduate of Chaparral High School in Temecula. Cordora is the son of Alfredo and Nenita Cordora of Lake Elsinore and a graduate of Elsinore High School in Wildomar.

Teacher Candace Ballard of Tahquitz High School receives the Governing Board Recognition and Award for February from trustee Stacey Bailey of Hemet Unified School District. Courtesy photo

HEMET – The governing board of the Hemet Unified School District, on nomination by trustee Stacey Bailey, has selected Candace Ballard, a teacher at Tahquitz High School, as the February recipient of the Governing Board Recognition and Award. Ballard earned her bachelor’s degree in math from St. Mary’s College and her master’s degree in educational technology from Azusa Pacific University. Ballard taught math at West Valley High School before coming to Tahquitz High School in 2010.

Ballard has done a tremendous job not only leading the students in her classroom, but her department as well. Ballard’s leadership has led to significant instructional changes at Tahquitz High School. Her department implemented 360-degree classrooms, allowing all students to stand around the room working collaboratively to solve complex math problems. Additionally, Ballard and her team have been the example for the rest of the school on effective use of collaboration time. Ballard and the Calculus Club are everywhere: football games, basketball

games, swim meets, parent nights and club rush. If the school is open, Ballard is teaching or supporting students in some manner. Her dedication to Tahquitz students and staff continues to stand out and make a difference in the lives of students. For outstanding performance, professionalism and loyalty to the Hemet Unified School District, Bailey presented Ballard with the Governing Board Recognition of Excellence Award and a $500 certificate to be used toward the district program of her choice.

Dean’s list students named for University of Alabama’s fall 2017 term TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A total of 12,594 students enrolled during the 2017 fall semester at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 or above or to the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0. The lists recognize full-time undergraduate students and do not apply to graduate students or undergraduate students who take less than a full course load. Those students include

Kylie Lemaire and Ryan Waelde of Murrieta, who both made the dean’s list; Jaeridan Lloyd and Connor Rose of Temecula, who both made the dean’s list and Tyler Mathews and Alyssa Schoonmaker of Temecula, who both made the president’s list. The University of Alabama, the state’s oldest and largest public institution of higher education, is a student-centered research university that draws the best and bright-

est to an academic community committed to providing a premier undergraduate and graduate education. University of Alabama is dedicated to achieving excellence in scholarship, collaboration and intellectual engagement; providing public outreach and service to the state of Alabama and the nation and nurturing a campus environment that fosters collegiality, respect and inclusivity.

Western Center Academy students tackle water conservation issues and share their solutions through leadership, creativity and cooperation HEMET - The Marine Mammoths of Western Center Academy have joined the Grades of Green’s spring 2018 Global Water Challenge. Schools from across eight U.S. states and eight countries are competing to conserve water and to protect water quality through a school-wide education and action campaign. The winning schools will be announced during Earth Month in April. Each student not only conserves hundreds of gallons of water and increases water quality by participating in the challenge, but they also have the opportunity to learn from other students across the globe who are working on their unique

water issues. Students will inspire each other to conserve water and to create innovative new solutions through weekly Google Classroom discussions and live webinar leadership trainings. Each participating school will create a video submitted through their social media channel highlighting their students’ creative ideas and environmental leadership, and each school has the chance to win an education grant to go toward making their conservation solution a reality. Any school can begin Grades of Green’s free program, as well as more than 40 other student-focused, eco-minded activities at any time. Complete instructions and

materials are available at no cost to schools at www.gradesofgreen.org. Grades of Green is an environmental education nonprofit dedicated to providing parents, students and educators with fun, hands-on activities that inspire and empower students to care for the environment. Over 500,000 students and 600 schools have joined the “green” school movement since 2011. Boeing, Long Beach Water Department and Metropolitan Water District have provided support for making the 2018 Water Challenge possible.

and facilities of a large university. Students can chose from undergraduate and graduate offerings in liberal arts and sciences, business, engineering and applied science, communication, education, health sciences and human services, honors studies, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies and the Donald and Barbara Zucker

School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell. Named to the 2015 president’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, and the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates, Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students known for civic engagement and public service.

Roberta Leash named to dean’s list at Fort Lewis College DURANGO, Colo. – Roberta Leash of Anza was named to Fort Lewis College’s dean’s list for the fall 2017 semester. Leash is studying political science. To be eligible for the dean’s list, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.6 or better in no fewer than 15 credit hours of graded college level

Students make the dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University AZUSA, Calif. – Several local residents made the academic dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University. These students are honored for a fall 2017 GPA of 3.5 or better. They are joined by 1,988 students receiving the same honor. Haley Diegelman, a mathematics major; Kylie Fisher, a liberal studies major and Andriana Poole a psychology major are residents of Lake Elsinore who made the dean’s list. Menifee residents Katie Goedken, a liberal studies major; Brenden Miller, a computer science major and Dalia Wilson, a nursing major, earned dean’s list honors. Ten students from Murrieta made the dean’s list, including Hayley Bowden, a nursing major; Katharyn Carter, a psychology major; Hannah Hernandez, a business accounting major; Taylor Johnson, a social work major; Harrison Morgan, a business accounting major; Bailey Noon, an exploring major; Evangeline Prior, a pre-teacher certification major; Sabrina Pung, a social work major; Isabella Schmitt, a public relations major and Stanley Schwab, an engineering major. Kinesiology student Blake Matrone of Sun City and graphic design student Sara Montgomery of Sun City both

made the dean’s list. Thirteen students from Temecula earned dean’s list honors, including Dina Becerra, a criminal justice major; Matthew Catibayan, a computer science major; Reilly Fitzpatrick, an English major; John Henry, a business economics major; Briana Hofmann, a kinesiology major; Heidi Hussmann, an English major; Morgan Lawrence, a public relations major; Clayton Maranville, a business entrepreneurship major; Madison Mason, a communication studies major; Micah Roth, a journalism major; Kayla Smith, a criminal justice major; Olivia Torkelson, a composition major and Annie Whitson, a music and worship major. Sociology major Erin Tucker of Wildomar made the dean’s list, with Danika Young of Winchester, who is studying Christian ministry. Azusa Pacific University is an evangelical Christian university committed to “God First” and excellence in higher education. With 61 bachelor’s degrees, 40 master’s degrees, 17 certificates, 11 credentials, eight doctoral programs and four associate degrees, the university offers its more than 10,000 students a quality education on campus, online and at seven regional campuses throughout Southern California.

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True Potential Tony Morrow has one goal for the students of Fallbrook High School—graduate ready for what comes next. With his guidance, young scholars and families put their plans for the future into action.

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Adriana Galarza named to fall 2017 dean’s list at Hofstra University HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – Adriana Galarza of Lake Elsinore excelled during the fall 2017 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the dean’s list. Hofstra University is a nationally ranked private university just 25 miles from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. They offer small classes and personal attention with the resources, technology

Briesno is a 2016 graduate of Lakeside High School in Lake Elsinore. Guzman is a 2016 graduate of Paloma Valley High School in Menifee. Ramirez is the son of Lorrine Guerrero and Tim Ramirez and the brother of Michael Ramirez and Steven Ramirez of Temecula and a 2013 graduate of Chaparral High School in Temecula. The airmen completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force.

work and have completed all work for which they are registered by the end of the semester. Fort Lewis College is the southwest’s crossroads of education and adventure. Their blend of small classes, dynamic academic programs and a liberal arts perspective leads to transformative learning

experiences that foster entrepreneurship, leadership, creative problem-solving and life-long learning. The unique and beautiful mountain campus on a mesa above historic Durango, Colorado, inspires an active and friendly community with a spirit of engagement, exploration and intellectual curiosity.

Azusa Pacific’s School of Education prepares graduates like Tony to see and cultivate the potential in every student. Qualified educators are needed as never before to help meet a growing shortage in California. Start your degree or credential in education at APU’s Murrieta Regional Campus, and become the next great teacher, counselor, or administrator who transforms lives.

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REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN

Adventures in gardening, dealing with the dreaded agave ‘death stalk’

The blue agave when we originally planted it in 2014 is pictured here on the right-hand Kim Harris photos side of the yard.

Utilizing pups produced from agaves is a great way to populate garden space.

A pup grows off a “yellow ribbons” agave in the yard.

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I am no expert gardener by any stretch of the imagination so when my blue agave sprouted what appeared to be some strange alien pod, I began my Google search to see exactly what was going on, and more importantly what would happen with it. I quickly learned it is what is called a ‘death stalk’ and that didn’t sound like something that would end well for my poor blue agave. I hopped into the car and ran over to Moon Valley Nurseries in French Valley, where I bought the plant to see exactly what I was up against. Surely my beautiful plant wasn’t on its last legs as the aforementioned Google search indicated. Surely, there was something I could do to save its little green life. But according to the nursery’s Manager and Design Specialist Anthony Gardener, I was wrong. “It’s the last hurrah, before it dies,” Gardener said.

My blue agave is doomed. My husband and I spent some time speaking with Gardener who told us that for some agaves a bloom means certain death. Other agaves however, will bloom again and again before finally succumbing to death. “The blue agave ‘death stalk’ will grow to be about 20-feet in height and the entire plant will weigh about 800 pounds by the time it dies,” he explained. “It’s really a bit like a tree.” We asked if we could cut off the stalk to save the plant, but alas, according to Gardener – and my Google search – no matter what we do, the plant will eventually perish. “The whole agave will die once it has finished flowering whether you cut off the stalk or not,” he said. “It has put all its energy into producing the stalk that comes out of the center, so it really signifies the death of the plant.” Another quick search on the internet taught me that plants, like my blue agave that only flower once

in their lives are called moncarpic. Apparently, many succulents fall into this category, including the agave, some palms and even some species of bamboo. The good thing about agaves is the female plants sprout what are called “pups” which can be easily dug up and replanted throughout the yard, eventually repopulating those monocarpic plants which die after their bloom. Unfortunately for us, our blue agave appears to be a male as we have yet to get any pups from it. The good news is, my variegated “yellow ribbons” agave has been fruitful when it comes to pups. So far, I have pulled out close to 40 of them and given them away to friends and neighbors. Not bad for a plant I have had in my yard for three and one-half years. Back to my poor blue agave which is quickly approaching the end of its life. We are currently in a heated debate in my house as to how to proceed. Do we let it continue to grow its 20-foot-tall “death

The blue agave has the beginning of a “death stalk.”

stalk,” or do we – pardon the pun – nip it in the bud? My husband is all for cutting that stalk down before it becomes unmanageable for us. I am in the live and let live camp. I think we should let it bloom in all its glory then deal with the inevitable aftermath when it comes. As with all things related to the yard and garden, I expect I will win this argument, because he is a smart man and he understands a “happy wife equals a happy life.”

I have said it before, and I will say it again. I am no master gardener by any means. As a matter of fact, until I discovered succulents, I would have labeled myself as having a black thumb. But what I have learned is this – when it comes to succulents, it’s anybody’s guess how long they will live, it’s best to just enjoy them as they are. Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

Market at a glance (As of Mar. 4, 2018) TEMECULA

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Inventory of Properties Listed

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(309) 323

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Average Selling Price

$453,636

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No of Homes Sold

Average List Price

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Median List Price

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Asking Price per Square Foot Average Days on Market

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Most Expensive Listing

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$645,000

$1,500,000

$3,150,000

Least Expensive Listing

$319,000

$170,000

$169,900

$165,000

$260,000

$49,900

$59,000

$35,000

Average Age of Listing

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

29%

33%

29%

30%

36%

33%

26%

32%

21%

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

11%

10%

13%

% of Flip properties (price increase)

14%

10%

2986

3084

2644

2196

2590

2408

1682

1584

1741

10,890-21780

6,501-8,000

8001-10,000

6501-8000

Median Number of Bedrooms

4.0

3.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.0

2.5

3.0

2.5

2.0

Seller (46.2)

Seller (47.6)

Seller (50.6)

Seller (47.1)

Seller (37.1)

Seller (55.9)

Seller (54.0)

Seller (45.5)

Seller (46.4)

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

Market Action Index*

*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer. Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 03/04/18. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 3/04/18 Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks)

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 212 closed transactions for 2/26/18 through 3/4/18.

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Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Aguanga Anza Canyon Lake

47596 Lake Canyon Drive 52325 Jaybird Lane 23870 Outrigger Drive 30446 Cinnamon Teal Drive 29690 Longhorn Drive 1295 Cawston Avenue 42789 Masonic Drive 895 Topaz Avenue 2124 Carnation Avenue 759 Balsam Way 26141 Largo Place 869 Provance Street 1598 Amberwood Drive 5101 Paseo Famosa 992 Peridot Avenue 655 San Pasquell Street 43960 Tiber Street 3075 Hibiscus Point 3273 Avon Place 630 Gibbel Road 1541 Westwood Place 1959 Seven Hills Drive 41141 Collegian Way 161 Ibiza Lane 25173 Steiner Drive 4640 Duskywing Road 3801 English Drive 455 Whittier Avenue 811 Deleon Court 1346 Bishop Drive 778 Cameo 42819 Berkley Avenue 2096 Begonia Court 26440 Plymouth Street 40219 Marcella Lane 513 Stockholm Court 365 Suncup Circle 819 Wahl Street 5050 Ashmead Drive 43624 Amazon Street 25564 Sharp Drive 4460 Cassiope Court 1053 Mountain View Drive 337 San Jacinto Street 3142 Bellwood Street 604 Santa Fe Street 1880 Oakland Avenue 662 Suncup Circle 617 Walnut Drive 29349 Fall Classic 15416 Park Point Ave 32039 Baywood Street 33197 Turner Street 33998 Corktree Road 35215 Caraway Court 15 Bella Minozza 217 Pennsylvania Street 32073 Meadow Wood Lane 53038 Lyda Street 41010 Seafoam Circle 3800 Eisenhower Drive 29321 Allstar 52 Villa Valtelena 36678 Agave Court 36528 Obaria Way 2700 Quail Knoll Way 3631 Wilson Street 199 Ralph Road 1731 Mill Street 30070 Lake Trail Circle 45031 Altissimo Way

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Hemet

Lake Elsinore

www.srcar.org (951) 894-2571

Murrieta 26529 Jefferson Ave.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Lake Elsinore

24463 Poinsettia 18345 Walnut Avenue 24410 Canyon Drive 29615 Painted Desert Dr 28541 Bridge Water Lane 23753 Cheyenne Canyon Drive 31348 Hallwood Court 28131 Orangegrove Avenue 28253 Overland Court 29440 Obsidian Court 29731 Camino Cristal 26785 Wildflower Street 30082 Westlake Drive 30619 Blue Lagoon Circle 31057 Tiverton Road 29376 Milford Court 27466 Basin Court 29248 El Presidio Lane 30290 Silicate Drive 24405 Manzanita Road 27686 Bluewater Court 26697 Calle Emiliano 30249 Via Palermo 27552 Calle Ladera 29409 Milford Court 29112 Bradley Road 28891 Brookhill Court 29325 Fenwick Circle 29308 Lake Hills Drive 31460 Westwind Lane 29533 Light Shore Cove 33397 Pitman Lane 28243 Valombrosa Drive 27617 Charlestown Drive 29050 Lakehurst Court 30175 Carmel Road 28274 Rocky Cove Drive 26230 Snow Creek Drive 30257 Coburn Circle 27640 Decatur 26561 Sun City Boulevard 25011 Edmiston Road 31203 Hanover Lane 38077 Via Del Largo 39641 Saba Court 39648 Nice Avenue 30156 Destiny Drive 27620 Desert Gold Ct 36319 Toulon Drive 31470 Pear Blossom Circle 39779 Wheatley Drive 39865 De Vendome Court 38914 Autumn Woods Road 24091 Five Tribes Trail 40227 VIA REATA 34972 Windswept Court 41098 Mountain Pride Drive 26326 Arboretum Way 26877 Redwood Circle 30199 Vercors Street 29409 Masters Drive 40160 Paseo Del Sol 41182 Montelimar Court 39495 Calle San Clemente 24078 Morella Circle 39589 Country Mill Road 31595 Waterfall Way 29763 Hunter Road 42163 Weeping Willow Lane 26209 Douglass Union Lane 21315 AVENIDA DE ARBOLES

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Menifee

Murrieta

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Murrieta

30664 Aspen Glen Street 37469 Stellarview Avenue 25727 Barclay Drive 39635 Kucera Court 23644 Corte Sabio 23711 Ballestros Road 25189 Via Las Lomas 23846 Golden Pheasant Lane 26321 Palm Tree Lane 40375 Heirloom Court 37903 Spyglass Circle 24538 Calle San Vicente 24340 Kentucky Derby Way 31642 Desert Holly Place 42431 CHISOLM TRAIL 40120 Via Tonada 1073 Sombra Way 826 Perla Court 139 Tiger Lane 561 Cactus Street 1341 Windsor Place 339 6th Street 271 Lyon Avenue 2056 Wild Thyme Place 27729 Provo Court 29071 Prestwick Road 26376 Mehaffey St 28601 Pebble Beach Drive 27072 Monk Street 29815 Desert Hills Road 42140 Lyndie Lane 31449 Inverness Court 29460 Courtney Place 31374 Taylor Lane 42581 Oslo Circle 44879 Athel Way 31005 Iron Circle 29753 Calle Pantano 46271 Grass Meadow Way 44605 Brice Circle 40239 Calle Medusa 45085 Morgan Heights Rd 45339 Zuma Drive 32878 Stonefield Lane 32499 Puerto Oro Street 44659 Corte San Gabriel 40226 Tanager Circle 26940 Corte Manzano 27605 Lock Haven Court 31831 Calle Brio 32448 Angelo Drive 45487 Seagull Way 28976 Newport Road 31150 Riverton Lane 32912 Northshire Circle 39546 Tischa Drive 40920 Via Los Altos 26940 Corte Manzano 45526 Basswood Court 32484 Strigel Court 31585 Six Rivers Court 33367 Nicholas Cmn 41925 Mesa Verdugo 35658 David Lane 23202 Trillium Drive 33503 View Crest Drive 20718 Como Street 21267 Illinois Street 22285 Osprey Court 33398 Cameo

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Temecula

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Real Estate Roundup: Learn from other people’s opportunity Kim Murphy Murphy & Murphy Southern California Realty SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

“Honey, we live in a desirable area. We can sell our house ourselves and save $40,000 in commissions.” If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard friends, family and clients entertain this idea, I’d be a millionaire several times over. As a matter of fact, I have friends from Orange County who told me they’d thought of doing it too when they moved to Fallbrook just this past summer. Turns out, they hired a real estate agent who sold their house before it even hit the multilisting server and got exactly what they knew they could get for it. Could they have done it without their real estate agent? Perhaps, if they got lucky and had no complications, because they were right about their neighborhood’s unique attractiveness and had a solid buyer.

But what if there had been a glitch? Something they weren’t prepared for legally? Credit or lending problems? Unusual inspection or escrow demands? Ultimately, this busy, working couple agreed that the expense of utilizing a real estate agent was worth the peace of mind. They had a licensed real estate expert, and they didn’t have to deal with the annoyances that come with scheduling showings, juggling agents, politics and negotiations. There were just too many variables and things that could go wrong for their risk-reward comfort level. Just this past week, a friend and client here in Fallbrook had to sell her dad’s home in Los Angeles because he’d moved to be closer to her. She and her husband wanted to hire me just to do the legal paperwork for a fee. Her dad’s neighbor wanted to buy the property outright for a seemingly nice price of $965,000, so everything seemed easy. No problem. But what happened?

Well, after the buyer was turned down three times by two different lenders and several other complicated glitches, they asked me to step in and represent them as their real estate agent and list the home. What seemed to be an easy transaction became a complicated scenario requiring a very different approach. We analyzed the situation, and I presented them with options. They decided to find a way to give the buyer a little more time to perform and in consideration for that, the buyer agreed to let them put their home on the market for backup offers in the event the buyer couldn’t fulfill his financial obligations. Within days, there were two backup offers on the table – $1.1 million and $1.2 million. These were cash offers with no contingencies. So, was the extra $235,000 over their original agreed upon asking price worth the investment of a real estate agent? Absolutely. According to statistics, 6 percent of homeowners consider selling

always remember that sellers want to sell and buyers want to buy. My best work is helping them achieve that goal. Also, real estate agents have industry knowledge. They are experts on current and local disclosures, on trending lending guidelines, on updated contracts, documents, market sales trends and preferred property options. Chances are a seller doesn’t spend their days pouring over real estate disclosures and legislation, but real estate agents do. That’s their job, and they know what’s best for the seller and their circumstances. Considering changing a real estate portfolio, our firm would be honored to help with one of your most precious assets – real estate. Kim Murphy can be reached at kim@murphy-realty.com or (760) 415-9292. Her broker license is #01229921, and she is on the board of directors for the California Association of Realtors.

their property themselves – ‘for sale by owner’ – at one point or another, but it isn’t recommended. First, the personal dynamics involved in selling a home can get messy. Real estate agents are nonbiased, third-party partners, so home sellers don’t have to experience the extreme emotional drama that can overpower them when dealing with the emotional attachment issues of selling their home. A real estate agent keeps the drama away from the client, so the client can make an informed decision. Next, real estate agents have negotiation skills. Real estate agents are subjective, and, if they are good, they are fierce negotiators. They make the job look easy, so easy that people wonder why they don’t do it themselves. My job is to provide the client with their options in a specific situation and let them decide what they want to do. It’s my job to represent that decision to the other real estate agent so that all parties can come to agreement and complete the transaction. I

Go ‘green’ in your lawn and garden this spring TEMECULA – Spring is a season of rejuvenation. As the cold days of winter drift away, spring blooms begin to sprout and grass regains its lush green look. Green is certainly a color that’s synonymous with spring. Gardening enthusiasts can find a way to make spring even more “green” by embracing several eco-friendly gardening practices as they bring their lawns and gardens back to life in the months to come. Create a compost pile. Composting is an eco-friendly way to enrich lawns and gardens. Composting helps to conserve water because compost promotes moisture retention in soil, reducing homeowners’ need to water their lawns and gardens while also helping them to save money on their water bills. Composting also helps homeowners avoid the need to use potentially harmful chemical fertilizers because compost is a natural, slow release fertilizer. In addition, ac-

cording to Canada’s Green Action Centre, compostable materials make up 40 percent of residential waste. So composting can dramatically reduce the amount of waste homeowners ultimately send to landfills. Replace gas-powered mowers with reel lawn mowers. Reel mowers may seem like relics from simpler times, but today’s reel mowers, while just as eco-friendly as their predecessors, are unlike those of yesteryear. According to the Planet Natural Research Center, an online resource for organic gardeners, gaspowered engines emit more than 10 times the hydrocarbons per amount of gas burned than auto engines. But reel mowers are fuel-free and less expensive than gas-powered mowers. Planet Natural also notes that reel mowers snip grass like scissors, leaving finer trimmings that can serve as nourishing, weed-deterring mulch for yards. Water at the right times of day.

Homeowners who water their lawns and gardens at the right time of day can help the planet and reduce their energy bills. As spring gradually gives way to summer, temperatures typically rise. Watering during the coolest times of the day means less water will be lost to evaporation, ensuring water-needy soil will get all it needs to help lawns and gardens thrive. Early morning watering before the sun reaches its midday peak or evening watering as the sun is setting are typically great times to water lawns and gardens, rather than when temperatures are at their hottest. Use a rain barrel. Rain barrels provide another great way to conserve water while tending to lawns and gardens. Rain barrels collect and store rain water from roofs and downspouts, keeping water from washing into sewage systems where it can’t be put to good use. Water collected in rain barrels can be used in various ways. Many homeown-

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ers can use water from rain barrels to water their lawns, gardens and houseplants, saving money on their water bills along the way. Spring gardening season pro-

vides a great opportunity for lawn and garden enthusiasts to embrace a variety of eco-friendly practices that can save them money and protect the planet.

Irrigation sensors detect plant nutrients Joe Naiman SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Biochips in irrigation sensors can allow instantaneous transmission of data which can be used to adjust irrigation activity. During the Jan. 13-17 Interna-

tional Conference on the Status of Plant and Animal Genome Research at the Town and Country Hotel in San Diego the Jan. 15 plenary session included a presentation by Iowa State University researcher Liang Dong titled “Agricultural Sensors and Biochips

to Advance Plant Phenomics and Smart Agriculture.” Irrigation includes fertilizer as well as water. “If we apply too much then we basically waste the input costs,” Dong said. “If we apply less we’re going to lose yield.” Dong and his collaborators de-

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Dong’s research also includes sensors with needles inserted into the soil rather than the plant. The sensors can also measure volatile organic compound emissions. Dong notes that multiple sensors might not be the best option in an actual commercial operation. “You have to really consider costs,” he said. Joe Naiman can be reached by email at jnaiman@reedermedia. com.

veloped, at least in prototype form, a sensor utilizing a needle which can be inserted into a region of a plant. The sensor provides continuous measurement of nitrate level. “As you insert the needle into the plant immediately you’ve got information,” Dong said. “This measurement is instantaneous.” The sensor/needle combination can be used to detect other elements the plant needs. “We can detect other interesting ions beyond nitrates,” Dong said.

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Opinion Editor’s Note: Opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of the Valley News staff. We invite opinions on all sides of an issue. If you have an opinion, please send it as an e-mail to valleyeditor@reedermedia.com, or fax us at (760) 723-9606. Maximum word count 500. All letters must include the author’s name, address and phone number. The Valley News reserves the right to edit letters as necessary to fit the publication’s format.

More fires mean less funds for local US Department of Agriculture Forest Service projects Randy Moore, Regional Forester SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Last year, more than 1,500 wildfires burned over 640,000 acres on National Forest System lands in California, including the Thomas Fire, the largest fire in California’s recorded history. The surrounding communities are still dealing with damage from debris flows caused by a charred and barren landscape that no longer has the protection of trees, grass and other vegetation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service sees and empathizes with those affected and are working to reduce the potential

for future loss by performing hazardous fuel reduction treatments which include thinning overstocked forests and prescribed burning. The Forest Service is increasingly challenged to provide the personnel and management needed to maintain these services; infrastructure, such as roads, trails and campgrounds, and the health and resiliency of public forests. The Pacific Southwest Region spent in excess of $500 million preventing or suppressing wildfires over the past year. While nationally, Forest Service suppression costs exceeded $2.4 billion last year, more than ever before. Fire alone accounted

for 57 percent of the agency’s budget in 2017, up from just 16 percent in 1995. At this rate, suppression costs will take up 67 percent of the Forest Service’s budget by 2021. Currently, 10 million acres of National Forest System lands in California are at moderate to high risk from insects, disease or fire. The science, data and monitoring shows that hazardous fuel treatments positively affect fire behavior and lowers the catastrophic risk of fire damage. Essentially, the more acres treated, the healthier the forests become, contributing to safer and more resilient communities. In 2017 alone, the Forest Service per-

formed fuels reduction treatments on over 310,000 acres of Forest Service lands across the state, but there is more to be done. Funding for suppression efforts performed by the Forest Service on National Forest System lands as well as those under other ownerships, comes from the agency’s overall budget which means less money for other Forest Service programs and services. The Forest Service is the only federal agency that is required to fund its entire emergency management program through its regular appropriations. About a third of the Forest Service’s total spending on fire goes

toward 1 to 2 percent of the fires it fights. Megafires, like the Thomas Fire, are national disasters. It would make sense to deal with them as such: through a separate national emergency fund to stop the drain on the funding for the work the Forest Service cares most about. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and the Forest Service deeply appreciate the ongoing work of Congress to pass new legislation to reform the way wildfire suppression is funded, supporting efforts to meet the many different needs of the community, for the benefit of generations to come.

rare disorders to start treatments before they leave the hospital giving them a great head-start to life! NORD, the National Organization for Rare Diseases, is a major player in efforts to foster greater awareness of rare diseases. Initiatives include connecting patients and caregivers and to develop relationships with key decision makers. By increasing public awareness and funding for medical research and removing barriers to access, we can move toward eradicating

some of mankind’s most serious, life threatening diseases. Minority Floor Leader Marie Waldron, R-Escondido, represents the 75th Assembly District in the California Legislature, which includes the communities of Bonsall, Escondido, Fallbrook, Hidden Meadows, Pala, Palomar Mountain, Pauma Valley, Rainbow, San Marcos, Temecula, Valley Center and Vista.

Rare Disease Day raises awareness Assemblymember Marie Waldron SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

As a member of the Rare Disease Caucus, the Assembly Health Committee, and as Vice Chair of the Select Committee on Infectious Diseases in High Risk Communities, I am a proud co-author of ACR 162, which declares Feb. 28 Rare Disease Day in California. A rare disease is defined as affecting fewer than 200,000 people in the United States. Over 7,000 of

these diseases have been identified, but the Food and Drug Administration has approved treatments for less than 500. So, we have lots more work to do. Patients are often misdiagnosed or under diagnosed as the average time for an accurate diagnosis of a rare disease is eight years. Unfortunately, 50 percent of patients suffering from these diseases are children, and 30 percent will not see their fifth birthday. Eighty percent of rare diseases

Blotter Pregnant woman injured, man arrested following suspected DUI crash Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A 60-year-old Mexican national was arrested Sunday on suspicion of driving under the influence after he crashed his vehicle into the back of an SUV in Murrieta, severely injuring a pregnant Orange County woman. Jose Ruiz of Tijuana was first taken to Inland Valley Medical Center for a complaint of pain and later booked into the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center in French Valley following the crash, according a California Highway Patrol news release. Authorities say that Ruiz was

driving his 2006 Toyota Scion in the number three lane of northbound Interstate 15 south of Interstate 215 shortly before 6 p.m. and failed to see a 2007 Cadillac Escalade stop in heavy traffic in front of him. The driver of the Cadillac, a 50-year-old Santa Ana man, was not injured. His passenger, a 40-year-old Santa Ana woman described as four months pregnant, was taken to Rancho Springs Medical Center for injuries. The California Highway Patrol Temecula Area office is investigating the crash. Alex Groves can be reached at agroves@reedermedia.com.

Multiple people injured in five car pileup TEMECULA - Several people were possibly injured in a fivecar pileup – with two overturned vehicles – on Interstate 15 in Temecula. The crash was reported at 12:21 p.m. Saturday, March 4, on the southbound side of the I-15 near the Temecula Parkway/ State Route 79 Interchange, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Initial reports suggested at least one person may have become trapped in the wreckage, and paramedics from the Riverside County Fire Department were called at the scene. CHP officials closed the three left lanes and said there was debris across all lanes near the crash. There was no immediate word on what caused the wrecks.

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Pedestrian struck, killed in Menifee is identified Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A pedestrian who was struck by two cars and killed as she crossed the road in Menifee Tuesday evening, Feb. 27, has been identified as an 18-year-old Hemet woman. Deena Ledesma was pronounced dead about 10:30 p.m. at the scene

of the incident, the intersection of state Route 74 and Menifee Road in the Sun City neighborhood of Menifee. According to a Riverside County sheriff’s news release, Ledesma crossed the road against a red light before she was struck by the two cars. It does not appear that alcohol or

drugs were a factor in the incident, according to sheriff’s officials. Anyone with information about the incident was asked to contact the Perris Station Traffic Team at (951) 210-1000. Alex Groves can be reached by email at agroves@reedermedia. com.

Girl, 16, arrested as suspect in Hemet High shooting threat Alex Groves ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A 16-year-old girl was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 28, as a suspect in a shooting threat that was found written on a bathroom wall at Hemet High School, sheriff and school officials announced. The suspect was booked into the Riverside County Juvenile Detention Center, according to a sheriff’s department news release. The threat was discovered Tuesday morning inside of a campus

restroom. It specifically mentioned the school’s principal and also said the shooting would be carried out Wednesday. A school resource officer was notified, and sheriff’s deputies immediately began investigating, according to school and sheriff’s spokespeople. Though the threat was deemed not credible, several uniformed and non-uniformed investigators were on the campus throughout the day Wednesday to ensure student safety and investigate.

After learning the teen girl may have been behind the threat, sheriff’s deputies served a warrant at her home. The school district sent out email correspondence to guardians and parents of students Wednesday night to notify them of the arrest. The email said Hemet High will be returning to “normal operations and staffing.” Alex Groves can be reached at agroves@reedermedia.com.

Meadowbrook residents arrested on suspicion of distributing methamphetamine MENIFEE – Two Meadowbrook residents suspected of distributing large quantities of methamphetamine within the Menifee area were in custody Tuesday, Feb. 27. Authorities conducted a probation search 5 p.m. Tuesday in the 20000 block of Walnut Street in Meadowbrook as the result of a lengthy narcotic investigation, said sheriff’s Sgt. Sam Morovich. The investigation revealed the suspects, 61-year-old David Heinz and 30-year-old Amanda Showalter of Meadowbrook, were distributing large quantities of methamphetamine within the Menifee area, Morovich said. The search of the Meadowbrook residence and property turned up more than one-and-one-half pounds of methamphetamine, 4 pounds of marijuana, 35 grams of psilocybin mushrooms and 11 grams of cocaine, Morovich said. Heinz and Showalter were arrested on suspicion of possessing

David Heinz, 61, and Amanda Showalter, 30, are arrested after deputies served a warrant at their home and discovered methamphetamine, cocaine and other drugs. Courtesy photos

methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana with the intent to distribute, according to Morovich. Both were later booked at the Cois M.

Byrd Detention Center and each held in lieu of $150,000 bail.

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