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Volume 22, Issue 22

Cities around the valley observe Memorial Day

Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

Murrieta City Council passed a resolution during its Tuesday, May 17, meeting amending the fiscal year 2021-2022 Comprehensive Salary Schedule. The amendment reflects the addition of the salary range for the new classification of director of community services within the management and confidential group and modifications to salary ranges within the management and confidential group. see page A-2

Local Lake Elsinore Council hears from residents about proposed housing project Diane A. Rhodes SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A full orchestra band entertains with patriotic songs for the guests and residents in front of Temecula City Hall during Memorial Day Obsevances.

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Grace Walker sings the national anthem during the Murrieta Memorial Day Observance Ceremony. See more photos on page A-2.

The Lake Elsinore City Council meeting of May 25 included a Public Hearing on whether to authorize a development agreement for property, known as Canyon Hills Estates, that shares a border with the City of Wildomar.

Area school districts step up security following Texas school shooting

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Business Murrieta Costco set to open in August Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

The new Murrieta Costco, located at Clinton Keith Road at Warm Springs Parkway, is set to open in August, according to the company’s website, http://www. costco.com. see page B-6

Area school districts are stepping up security following a shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, Tuesday, May 23, that killed at least 19 students and two teachers.

Local police departments took to social media to announce the increased security Wednesday, May 24, but they were quick to add there was no threat to any local schools.

“Please don’t be alarmed,” Menifee Police Department said in a social media post. “Students and parents will see an extra presence of Menifee PD officers at our schools today through the end of the school year.”

The extra presence, Menifee police said, was in response to recent events. see SECURITY, page A-4

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Riverside County sheriffs arrive at Temecula Valley High School during a lockdown of the campus for an investigation, Oct. 4, 2021.

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Water districts taking steps to curb water waste during worsening drought U.S. Drought Monitor

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The U.S. Drought Monitor report for Thursday, May 5, shows Riverside County as being split between severe drought with extreme drought in the eastern half of the county.

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Drought conditions continue to worsen in California, leading to a statewide ban on watering, but local water districts maintain they’re well-stocked on supplies, without the need to impose drastic measures to conserve.

On Tuesday, May 24, the State Water Board announced a statewide ban on watering non-functional turf in commercial and industrial sectors, signaling the first of what could be a range of measures to promote conservation.

“California is facing a drought crisis, and every local water agency and Californian needs to step up on conservation efforts,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in response to the board’s action. “These conservation measures are increasingly see DROUGHT, page A-6

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Murrieta Council approves amendment to Comprehensive Salary Schedule Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

Murrieta City Council passed a resolution during its Tuesday, May 17, meeting amending the fiscal year 2021-2022 Comprehensive Salary Schedule. The amendment reflects the addition of the salary range for the new classification of director of community services within the management and confidential group and modifications to salary ranges within the management and confidential group.

Like all cities, Murrieta maintains a Comprehensive Salary Schedule that reflects the city’s classification structure and gov-

erns the rate of pay for every job classification. Modifications to the salary schedule become necessary as new jobs are created and salaries are adjusted, according to the agenda report issued by the city.

The new changes added one new salary range for the proposed creation of a new position within the city, director of community services classification and to update salaries for the assistant city manager, deputy city manager, fire chief, police chief, director, city clerk and deputy director positions.

Under the new changes, the assistant city manager position will see an increase of 10%

going from a salary range of $157,974 – $249,946 to $186,934 – $274,940. Also seeing a 10% increase are classifications for fire and police chiefs, increasing from $174,621 – $247,043 to $186,934 – $271,747, department directors and city clerk increasing from $95,217 – $227,223 to $155,900 – $249,946 and deputy director increasing from $134,501 – $175,000 to $147,951 – $192,500.

The deputy city manager classification range will see the highest increase in salary range at 15.2% going from $186,934 – $238,580 to $186,934 – $274,940. The larger increase for the deputy city manager classification is credited to a need to match that with the

assistant city manager classification range.

Range adjustments to the Comprehensive Salary Schedule is not an actual salary adjustment or merit increase that will be paid to current employees, according to the agenda report. Actual salary adjustments are based on merit and must be approved by the city manager as part of the employee’s annual performance evaluation process.

The new Director of Community Services classification, with a salary range of $155,900 – $249,946, is included in the fiscal year 2021-2022 Third Quarter Budget Update to add the position to the Schedule of Authorized Po-

sitions. It was necessary to add the position to improve city processes and increase productivity and is part of a structural realignment of the organization intended to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness, the city said.

No budget adjustments were made to the current fiscal year budget to accommodate the changes, but the fiscal year 20222023 Operating Budget will be adjusted to include budget for the new position and any necessary adjustments for the increases to the proposed salary ranges.

Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

US Navy veteran Tony Ray holds his hand over his heart while attending the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony honoring all fallen military service men and women.

USAF Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Pennington speaks on Memorial Day during a ceremony at Town Square Park in Murrieta.

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Members of the Murrieta Mesa High School NJROTC present the colors during a Memorial Day ceremony Valley News/Shane Gibson photos at the Murrieta Veterans Memorial, May 30.

Members of the community honor military service men and women during the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony at Town Square Park.

USAF Airmen Miles Heaslip and his wife Susan honor fallen military service men and women at the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony.

EMWD is in Stage 3a: Water Waste Reduction, of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan.

Customers exceeding their water budget are encouraged to reduce their usage.

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US Navy Seal veteran Pat Bohnert attends the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony.

USMC veteran Kirk Pasley plays “TAPS” during the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony.

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Temecula Sunrise Rotary presents annual Safety Town program

Need to make your own baby formula? Here’s a recipe Karen Ossenfort SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

If your local grocery store is out of baby formula or if you would like to explore making your own baby formula, here is a recipe to make it yourself: https:// www.everydaycheapskate.com/ homemade-baby-formula-thatis-safe-nutritionally-sound-anddoctor-approved/. It is reprinted courtesy of Everyday Cheapskate, Mary Hunt’s online site.

According to Hunt, David Jockers, DNM, DC, MS is a doctor of natural medicine, functional nutritionist, and corrective care chiropractor. He is the founder of Exodus Health Center in Kennesaw, Georgia.

Dr. Jockers and his wife, Angel, adapted (from Weston A. Price Foundation where you can learn even more) and developed this homemade-from-scratch recipe for baby formula when Angel was unable to produce enough breastmilk

Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club hosts Safety Town, will host a five-day interactive program designed to introduce and teach 5-to-8-year-old children various aspects of safety.

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TEMECULA – Safety Town, sponsored by the Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club, will be held Monday through Friday, June 13-17, and June 20-24, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Pauba Valley Elementary School in Temecula.

For the 18th year, the popular program will be offered in the Temecula Valley. A nationally recognized program that began in Mansfield, Ohio, in 1937, Safety Town is a safe and interesting learning environment that is set up as a little town with buildings, pedal cars and street lights, simulating an actual town.

The five-day interactive program is designed to introduce and teach 5-to-8-year-old children various aspects of safety. The curriculum focuses on lessons about life safety.

In conjunction with the Temecula

Police and Fire Departments and other qualified teachers, the children are taught about safety principles and then placed in staged situations involving stranger safety, street safety, fire safety, bike safety and water safety. Other safety topics will be poison and drug prevention, emergency 911, animal and gun safety, electrical safety and disaster preparedness.

“Of all the projects Temecula Sunrise Rotary has for the youth in our community, Safety Town is easily the most important and the most rewarding,” Temecula Sunrise Rotary President Jon Grimm said.

“We sponsored middle school and high school students to Rotary leadership camps this year. We are giving thousands of dollars in scholarships to local graduating seniors, and we have prize-winning Rotary

Music Competition winners, just to name a few ways we support our local youth.

“But our club is most proud of our many years of presenting Safety Town. This year’s event definitely is going to be the best yet. Since the registration fees do not begin to cover costs, it is our club’s contribution to the community to help make our children safe,” Grimm said.

The cost is $50 per child; $45 for each sibling and no child will be turned away. Early registration is recommended, as the classes are filling up. To receive a flyer and registration form, call registrar Marti Treckman at 951-698-6116.

More information is also available online at http://www.temeculasunriserotary.com.

Submitted by Temecula Sunrise Rotary.

to well-nourish their twin baby boys, Hunt explained.

Hunt said, “The recipe is specific (don’t leave out a single item unless marked as optional) and uses ingredients easily located either locally at your drugstore or health food store, or online. I will give you as many links and resources as possible, some from Dr. Jocker’s website store.

“Let me give my own warning: Initially, it will not be cheap to acquire all of the ingredients.

However, each batch of formula uses only a small amount, so your initial investment should last for quite a long time.”

“One last thing: If you opt to make homemade baby formula, make sure you run this by your doctor, pediatrician, or other health professional first for his or her approval. I am not a doctor, and I try very hard to not play one on this blog,” Hunt said.

Always check with your own physician first.

Ingredients • 2 cups filtered water • 2 tsp collagen protein • 4 tbsp lactose • 2 cups raw whole, grass-fed, or reg whole milk • 2 tbsp heavy cream • 1 capsule’s contents Lacto (optional for lactose digestion support) • ¼ tsp acerola powder • ¼ tsp infant probiotics • 2 tsp nutritional yeast flakes • ½ tsp cod liver oil • 1 tsp cold-pressed sunflower oil • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil • 2 tsp coconut oil • ¼ tsp butter oil (optional) Instructions For links to locate the specific ingredients go to EverydayCheapskate. com/babyformula • Pour one cup of the filtered water into a pan over medium heat • Add collagen protein and lactose to the warming water to dissolve, stirring occasionally.

• While the collagen and lactose are dissolving, place milk in a clean, glass blender and add the remaining ingredients, make sure to open the Lacto capsule and add only its contents, not the capsule itself.

• Then remove the pan from the heat and pour in the remaining half of the water to cool.

• Next, add 2 teaspoons coconut oil and (optional) ¼ teaspoon butter to the water to melt.

• Add the water mixture to the blender ingredients and blend for about 3 seconds.

• Pour the blended ingredients into glass jars and refrigerate.

Nutrition is for one 8-oz. serving: Cal 108 Fat 4g Total Carbohydrates 4g; Sugars 3g Protein 3g

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Lake Elsinore City Council hears from residents about proposed housing project

Lake Elsinore Planning Manager Damaris Abraham provided background and updates on a proposed development during the May 25 City Council meeting.

Diane A. Rhodes SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The Lake Elsinore City Council meeting of May 25 included a Public Hearing on whether to authorize a development agreement for property, known as Canyon Hills Estates, that shares a border with the City of Wildomar.

Planning Manager Damaris Abraham, from the City’s Community Development Department Planning Division, gave a presentation that provided an overview and some background of the project.

She said that the proposed agreement, if authorized, would memorialize the following: vest the development rights for a five-year term, require payment of a development agreement fee of $5,500 per unit for each residential unit totaling $726,000 for the 132 units planned for the first phase and require the developer to complete the design, improvement and dedication of the 5.4-acre public park prior to the 100th building permit.

Abraham outlined some potential issues including secondary access to the area. The development agreement currently before the council applies to the 81.32-acre

SECURITY from page A-1 “There is no information regarding any potential for criminal activity at our schools. The safety of our kids will always be a priority,” they said.

Temecula, Murrieta and Hemet police departments said much of the same.

“In response to recent tragic events, your Southwest Sheriff’s Station Deputies will conduct enhanced marked and unmarked

portion that is proposing to utilize Canyon Hills and Cottonwood Canyon roads for primary and secondary access. Secondary access for the remainder of the tentative map will be addressed with a revised map and phasing plan that will be processed in the future.

A Tentative Tract Map and Environmental Impact Report was originally approved by City Council on Jan. 23, 2007 for a subdivision of 246.61 acres into 302 single family residential lots, 12 open space lots and one public park.

On Feb. 12, 2008, the City Council approved a two-year extension of time for TTM 34249 to Jan. 23, 2011. Between July 2008 and July 2013, the California Legislature adopted Assembly Bill 333, Assembly Bill 208 and Assembly Bill 116, all automatically extending the life of the TTM for an additional six years to Jan. 23, 2017. On March 14, 2017, Council approved a four-year extension of time for the TTM to Jan. 21, 2021. Assembly Bill 1561, which became effective on Sept. 28, 2020, automatically extended the life of the TTM by 18 months to July 23, 2022.

Proposed Development Agreement No. 2022-01 focuses on an

Vicinity and aerial maps of the proposed Canyon Hills Estates development were shared Valley News/Courtesy photos at the May 25 Lake Elsinore City Council meeting.

81.32-acre northeastern portion of the larger property previously entitled for development. It includes 132 single-family residential lots and a 5.4-acre public park.

In her analysis, Abraham explained that the agreement is consistent with, and meets all legal requirements of, State Government Code Sections 6586465869.5 and LEMC Chapter 19.12 which regulates development agreements. Further, no new environmental documentation was required per CEQA Guidelines Section 15162.

However, in anticipation of potential issues, including environmental assessment, Abraham noted that this agreement itself does not authorize the developer to undertake any development of the subject property and the developer will be required to comply with all applicable conditions of approval and the mitigation measures identified in the EIR. She said compliance with those measures will ensure that any potential issues regarding traffic, air quality and biological and cultural resources will be adequately addressed. The developer will also be required to obtain subsequent approvals that include a revised tentative map and design review,

final maps, building and grading permits, encroachment permits and more.

Before closing her presentation, Abraham said on May 3, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Development Agreement with a 5-0 vote.

Several members of the public spoke in opposition of the project, mostly based on what they feel is an outdated Environmental Impact Report. Some claimed they had not received proper notice about the proposed development but Abraham confirmed every notice was performed in accordance with requirements and a list of homeowners who were contacted is available for review.

It was asked of and answered

by Abraham that authorizing the development agreement does not mean construction can begin. It means that the applicant can move forward with plans that will have to be approved by the Planning Commission as well as the City Council at a future date.

In light of this explanation and others, the City Council voted 5-0 to authorize the development agreement to be introduced by title only.

In earlier business, City Council Consent Calendar Items 1-10 were

passed unanimously and Successor Agency Consent Calendar Items 11-16 were also passed 5-0.

During comments by City Council members, Mayor Pro Tem Natasha Johnson shared several upcoming events including the return of Movies in the Park. The first showing will be “Encanto” on June 15 at Summerly Park, 18505 Malaga Road. More information can be found at www. lake-elsinore.org.

The Elsinore Woman’s Club, which sponsors one of the oldest scholarship programs in the city, is hosting an Italian Pasta Dinner fundraiser on June 11, 5-8 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children and can be purchased by calling 951-295-2901.

Johnson was also excited to announce that Animal Friends of the Valleys nonprofit shelter in Wildomar is offering $10 pet microchipping during the month of June. For more information, 951-674-0618 or www.afv.org.

The next regular meeting of the Lake Elsinore City Council and Successor Agency is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14 at 7 p.m.

For more information, www.lakeelsinore.org.

patrols throughout our schools tomorrow and until further notice,” the Southwest Sheriff Station, which serves the city of Temecula, announced on social media. “We are not aware of any threat, nor do we anticipate any danger at this time. We are increasing our patrol presence to ensure you and your children remain safe, which is always our highest priority.”

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Riverside County sheriffs arrive at Temecula Valley High School during a lockdown of the campus for an investigation.

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shooting and what the city-funded police department was doing to keep students safe.

“Our hearts hurt today for those students, parents, and teachers affected by yesterday’s callous act of violence,” Conrad said. “We are grateful for the courageous members of law enforcement that responded to the scene and without hesitation put themselves in harm’s way to end the bloodshed.

“As we mourn, we continue to make our schools and student/ teacher safety our No. 1 priority.

This morning, 20 officers stood by at every school in Murrieta to show their commitment to keeping our schools safe,” he said, adding that officers spoke with parents and staff, greeted students as they entered their campuses and “made it clear we will put ourselves in harm’s way to protect the lives of our most precious citizens, our students and teachers.

“Please know, the vigilance for safety within our schools is the norm for Murrieta PD. We staff a full-time officer at every middle school and every high school – everyday (Monday through Friday).

The school resource officer team is also responsible for and visits all of our elementary schools regularly,”

he said, adding that a full-time SRO sergeant and SRO corporal – totaling eight sworn positions are dedicated to Murrieta schools on a full-time basis.

“Our SROs have no other responsibilities during the school year – school safety is their responsibility,” he said. “In addition to the SROs, our traffic officers are present at the schools each school day for morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.

“In lockstep with our elected officials and City Hall, the Murrieta Police Department will continue to focus on school safety, continue to work closely with our partners at Murrieta Valley Unified School District and Murrieta Fire & Rescue, and we will continue to train on active shooter response and will always make school safety our No. 1 priority in Murrieta. In partnership with our community, we will always protect life and keep Murrieta safe,” he said.

The Hemet Police Department also issued a statement of support for those affected by the Uvalde tragedy.

“The Hemet Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the Uvalde, Texas, community and everyone impacted by yesterday’s

senseless tragedy,” the department said in a Facebook posting.

“In the wake of this incident, the Hemet Police Department will be providing extra patrol to our local schools. We want to assure parents that the Hemet Police Department takes violent threats to our school campuses very seriously.”

Hemet Police also shared that when it receives information regarding potential school violence, it follows the Riverside County School Threat Assessment and Response Protocol, which includes contacting the parents and legal guardians and making a home visit to conduct a safety evaluation.

“A school resource officer, or patrol officer, may handle the investigation depending on when the incident occurs,” according to the post, adding that the “STAR Protocol Agreement is a regional effort in responding to threats of violence at school and includes multiple Riverside County law enforcement agencies who play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of the children and staff at our schools.”

Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

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The unsheltered count decreased 8% and is the result of housing investments made with $196 million in COVID-19 relief funding that helped 26,665 households remain housed during the pandemic. The count identified a total of 3,316 sheltered and unsheltered homeless adults and children throughout the county, which is 15% higher than the count in 2020, which was 2,884.

The count was conducted Feb. 23-25 and included counts on the street, in unincorporated areas, and events to draw in homeless youth. The county is federally required to perform an annual census of people living in shelters and transitional housing and

an unsheltered count every other year. The Riverside County Continuum of Care, however, conducts an unsheltered count every year. The results offer a snapshot of local needs and support the county’s Housing and Workforce Solutions and the Continuum of Care better direct resources to end and prevent homelessness.

During the count, more than 625 volunteers fanned out across the county on a cold early-winter morning to interview unsheltered individuals and families. In addition to the interviews, volunteers offered residents experiencing homelessness to services like housing, animal services, medical services or help obtaining documents. As a result, 49% of those interviewed during the general count signed up to receive follow-up services.

“It was very important to not just interview persons experienc-

ing homelessness, but to also connect them to services,” Heidi Marshall, director of HWS, said.

“The results of the count serve as a tool for effective planning and performance management toward the goal of ending homelessness for our community.”

Compared to 2020, the sheltered count increased 83% from 729 to 1,336. The sheltered count consisted of information from a countywide homeless management system, as well as data from agencies that operate emergency domestic violence shelters.

Stimulus funds have also provided an opportunity to decrease unsheltered homelessness and expand access to more than 600 safe shelter beds since 2020.

Through this effort, HWS and the Continuum of Care have organized services to vulnerable residents, including seniors, expectant mothers and individuals

with significant health problems.

Results from this year’s count attest to the hard work from county and partner agencies to coordinate responses that align with the newly adopted Homeless Action Plan, with particular focus on expanding the number of emergency shelter beds and sustaining prevention efforts to help keep vulnerable low-income residents in housing. Read the Homeless Action Plan at https://harivco.org/ Portals/0/County%20of%20 Riverside%20Homeless%20Action%20Plan_1.pdf.

The youth count, which was led by Operation Safe House, counted transitional aged youth 18-24 experiencing homelessness. This year, the total number of transitional aged youth decreased by 4%. Homeless youth, often called “the invisible population,” tend to blend into their

surroundings and are less likely to disclose their housing status to authorities.

The Riverside County Department of Housing and Workforce Solutions serves as the Continuum of Care Lead Agency for the Riverside County Continuum of Care. The Riverside County Continuum of Care is made up of over 200 individuals and agencies who meet regularly and oversee the community’s plan to organize and deliver supportive social services, including housing options to meet the needs of homeless individuals and families.

The complete report of the PIT Count results was presented today during the county Board of Supervisors meeting. The results are available online at http:// morethanacount.org.

Submitted by Riverside County.

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storage facilities that are part of the State Water Project. Most of Riverside County’s two dozen water agencies are members of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, which controls distribution. But agencies manage their own reserves.

All the agencies said they’re already taking steps to curb water waste and stand ready to do more.

“The Eastern Municipal Water District is very well positioned to meet the needs of its customers during the ongoing drought,” the Perris-based agency said in a statement released to City News Service. “EMWD customers have reduced per-capita water usage by more than 40% in the past two decades and have embraced an industry-leading rate structure that promotes efficiency.”

“Portions of EMWD’s service area include an adjudicated basin, which has base production rights and extraction limits that EMWD must meet,” the agency said.

“However, EMWD has significant ‘carryover’ available that it can draw upon. Other areas of EM-

WD’s service area ... do not have pumping restrictions and include areas where groundwater levels have been rising in recent years, indicating there is a sufficient amount of groundwater available.”

In November 2021, EMWD moved to Stage 3a of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan, which asks customers to eliminate water waste and suspended variances for establishing new landscape and filling swimming pools. The agency said that the new water restrictions won’t apply to its customers due to the agency’s access to Colorado River water.

“As water supply conditions or state regulations evolve during the coming months, EMWD may be forced to ask more of its customers,” EMWD said in a news release issued April 27. “However, at this time, we are asking that our customers continue their longstanding commitment to using water efficiently and consider more efficient landscape options.

By doing so, we can all fulfill our

responsibility in helping California through this unprecedented drought.”

EMWD has a variety of resources, including its Landscapes for Living program, that can assist customers in becoming more efficient. EMWD also continues to encourage customers to replace turf with more sustainable landscaping, which MWD is supporting through its turf removal rebate program.

Rancho California Water District said it has made proactive investments to address ongoing drought conditions.

“We know this is a tough time for California and we will continue to work together to navigate this drought,” it said.

Rancho Water continues to be in Stage 3b of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan,” the agency said. “This stage of the plan limits outdoor irrigation to overnight hours of 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. and requires the use of shutoff nozzles for hoses. In addition, water budgets for inefficient tiers are reduced for all customers.”

Rancho Water customers are encouraged to take advantage of the rebates and water saving tools that are available including MyWaterTracker for real-time water use updates, leak alerts and landscape audits. In addition, Rancho Water partners with Metropolitan Water District and WaterSense for rebates on water efficient products such as irrigation controllers, residential and commercial appliances and soil moisture systems.

For more information about Rancho Water’s response to the drought, visit http://RanchoWater.com/drought.

EVMWD said that water conservation is no longer an emergency response to drought.

“It is a way of life across California, where water is needed to support our growing economy and population and sustain us in longer and more severe dry periods that accompany climate change,” the agency said on its website, http://www.evmwd.com.

“Thanks to our customers’ water-saving efforts, we have been able to store more water than ever,” EVMWD said, adding that while its water supply is “robust,” it was still important to conserve water.

“We cannot be certain if we are at the end of a short drought or facing the beginning of a longterm drought,” the agency said.

“So, it’s up to each and every customer to stay committed to using water efficiently to ensure that our stored water will last as long as possible and keep our region ahead of the drought curve.”

EVMWD is encouraging its customers to be as efficient as

possible with personal water use.

“From simple steps you can take like swapping out high-water using devices, to updating your yard to a water-wise landscape, everyone can be part of the water supply solution,” the agency said on its website. “Drought or not, conservation and water efficiency are a California way of life.”

Drought Monitor shows worsening data.

The U.S. Drought Monitor’s weekly report, dated Thursday, May 26, showed almost the entire state of California in at least a moderate drought. The percentage of the area in exceptional drought now sits at 11.59%, extreme drought now sits at 59.81%, up nearly 20% from Thursday, May 5. The percentage of the state in severe drought now sits at 97.56%.

Reservoir levels hold steady.

The Metropolitan Water District said that the 2020 and 2021 water years had the least rainfall on record for two consecutive years. In addition, Lake Oroville, the State Water Project’s main reservoir, reached its lowest point last year since it was filled in the 1970s.

As of the May 4 readings, Lake Castaic sits at 45% of total capacity, Diamond Valley Lake sits at 68% and Lake Casitas sits at 31%. Reservoirs to the north, while seeing some gains, such as Pine Flat Lake at 61%, San Luis Reservoir now sits at 46%, Lake Oroville at 54% and Lake Shasta at 40%, still remain low.

California remains in a drought emergency.

All of California’s 58 counties remain under a drought emergency proclamation. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has asked people statewide to voluntarily reduce their water consumption by 15%, but so far residents have been slow to meet that goal, only standing at 3.7% of usage has been cut, according to the state.

Drought conditions and local water agencies’ progress in cutting outflows will be re-assessed in July to determine what actions to take going forward, Newsom said.

For tips on saving water, visit http://www.saveourwater.com.

Learn more about current drought conditions, the state’s response and informational resources available to the public at the state’s new drought preparedness website, https://drought. ca.gov.

City News Service contributed to this story.

Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

important as we enter the summer months ... because every drop counts.”

Newsom convened a meeting Monday, May 23, with the heads of urban water suppliers, urging an aggressive effort to promote reductions in water consumption. That meeting followed an executive order in March directing all water agencies to accelerate enforceable conservation plans.

Similar executive orders were signed in 2021. According to the governor’s office, this year’s January-to-March period was the “driest first three months in the state’s recorded history.” The state’s largest reservoirs are at half their normal volumes, and the state’s snowpack is more than 80% below average, officials said.

Local Impacts The Inland Empire receives more than half of its water from the Colorado River and the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, via a network of aquifers, lakes and

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Temecula hosts free water safety event Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

The city of Temecula Aquatics in partnership with Inland Empire Water Safety Task Force and Stop Drowning Now, presented a special Water Safety Event at the Community Recreation Center Pool, Friday, May 27.

Hundreds of children, along with their parents, attended the event intended to educate those in attendance on water safety.

Guests had the opportunity to learn water-safety practices, interact with fire engines and police cars and enjoy sandwiches from Firehouse Subs, which were available for purchase. Those who pre-registered received a free Kona Ice at the event.

Temecula is committed to providing resources for all residents to be safe when returning to warm weather activities around bodies of water, including pools, oceans and lakes.

For more information on Temecula Aquatics programming, call the Aquatics Office at 951308-6396 and be sure to follow @TemeculaAquatics on social media.

The Hernandez, Guerrero and Lailson families pose with Temmy the Duck at the first annual Water Safety Event.

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Participants practice calling 911 with Lead Guard, Melanie Bushnell, and learn the importance of knowing their home address.

Temecula Valley Hospital Nurses Steve Quincy and Katie Baca teach kids how to do CPR during the City of Temecula’s Water Safety Event.

Lead Guard, Nathan Vogel, talks to the Matics family about what dangers to look for around the water.

Fireman Michael Millsap shows participants how to operate a fire hose.

[Left and above] Fireman Michael Millsap shows participants how to operate a fire hose.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN’S EVENTS June 14 – 7:30-9:30 a.m. Grandfathers for Golf offers free summer golf lessons for children ages 5-18 Tuesdays at Golden Era Golf Course in San Jacinto. All children get free golf clubs to keep, hat, T-shirt and weekly instruction through the summer months.

Classes are limited to 50 children on a first-come, first served basis.

Sign up online at http://grandfathersforgolf.org/signup/ or call Tony Viola at 909-754-4148.

COMMUNITY EVENTSc June 3-5 – 8 a.m. Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival will take place at Lake Skinner, 37701 Warren Road, in Winchester with hot air balloons, music, vendors and other major entertainers. Contact Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce at 951-676-5090 for tickets.

June 8 – Noon to 2 p.m. Attend Youth Park Day at Pala Park is presented by Rancho Community Church, 31300 Rancho Community Way, in Temecula. Enjoy a picnic and games for youth.

June 11-12 – 10 a.m. Old Town Temecula Outdoor Music Festival will be held at the Temecula Stampede parking lot, 28721 Old Town Front St., in Temecula with many artists like Nelly, Thunder Road and Jamey Johnson. Enjoy line dancing inside, mechanical bull riding and vendors. Tickets required from the Stampede.

June 18 – 4-7 p.m. Attend the Father’s Day Car Show at California Oaks Park, 40600 California Oaks Road, in Murrieta.

June 26 – 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Drag Bunch Sunday will be featured at the Old Town Community Theater, 42051 Main St., in Temecula.

Tickets are at the box office in The Merc.

ONGOING – The city of Menifee offers in-city or out-of-city special event vendor applications

online or at Menifee City Hall to apply for signature and other special events. Contact Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, 951-6726777, or online at businesslicensing@cityofmenifee.us.

ONGOING – Riverside Transportation Commission is offering Park and Ride Lots to connect with carpools, vanpools and transit systems in Beaumont at 600 E. Sixth Street, in San Jacinto at 501 S. San Jacinto Avenue and in Temecula at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. but not on weekends.

ONGOING – Sun City Civic Association Monthly Square Dance sessions are held Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. at 26850 Sun City Boulevard, Sun City.

ONGOING – If you know a homebound older adult, resources in Menifee are available, including grab-and-go, cooked and frozen food for pickup. Courtesy Pantry items and meals delivered with no contact. Three days of emergency food can be delivered immediately or restaurant meal delivery for those who don’t qualify for food assistance programs. Call 800510-2020 for help.

ONGOING – The Riverside County COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program is accepting online applications for business grants up to $10,000 at http://www.rivercobizhelp.org that can be used for employee retention, working capital, personal protective equipment purchases, rent or mortgage payments and paying vendor notices. Eligible businesses, including nonprofits, must be in Riverside County, with a minimum of one but less than 50 employees and operating for at least one year since March 1. For more information, call Riverside County Business and Community Services at 951-955-0493.

ONGOING – 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Temecula Winchester

Swap Meet continues, 33280 Newport Road in Winchester, Saturdays and Sundays only. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under age 10 is free admission. No dogs allowed.

ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Every Sunday, Murrieta Village Walk Farmers Market is at Village Walk Place in Murrieta. The Sunday morning farmers market at Village Walk Plaza is a place to buy fruits and veggies, gourmet food and crafts. Come to the center in the northwest corner of Kalmia/ Cal Oaks at the Interstate 215 exit in Murrieta.

ONGOING – Temecula’s Farmers Markets are offered in Old Town Temecula Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon, 4100 Main Street in Temecula; at Promenade Temecula, 40640 Winchester Road, outside JCPenney every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Riverside County Public Health orders, the farmers markets will be restricted to agriculture products only. Follow the Old Town Temecula Farmers Market on Facebook to stay updated. No pets are allowed.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, NOTICES June 4 – 2:30 p.m. Temecula GoldenDoodles are at the Murrieta Country Kennels, 25817 Washington Ave., in Murrieta. Contact Country Kennels for boarding and grooming at 951-677-6031 or visit http://countrykennelsca.com.

June 16 – 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For three weekends, enjoy U-pick lavender, photography, picnics and shopping in full bloom at 43601 Sorensen Road, in Aguanga. Find more information and tickets on Facebook.

June 24 – 6 p.m. Hilltop Salsa Under the Stars will be held outdoors at Heritage Hill, 28701 Los Alamos, in Murrieta. Come wearing white and learn to salsa; no partner required. Enjoy dance lessons, food, drinks and cigars.

Registration at http://hilltopsalsaunderthestars.planningpod.com.

Tickets are $35 at the door or $25 online.

ONGOING – Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meeting meets the third Monday of each month at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 6th Street, in Temecula from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, email gaugustin206@ gmail.com or join the meeting.

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road., in Temecula. A potluck lunch is followed by a cultural program and short business meeting. Please come and enjoy company with fellow Scandinavians. Call 951-3091597 or 951-849-1690 for more information.

ONGOING – Noon to 1 p.m.

Attend Murrieta Wildomar Chamber of Commerce’s weekly business briefing via Zoom or watch live on Facebook every Wednesday. Registration required at https://bit.ly/MWCBizBriefing.

The chamber business briefing is an opportunity to hear from city, county and business leaders about current and relevant business information.

ONGOING – Menifee Community Services offers online driver’s education courses for a $21.95 fee. The course includes animated driving scenarios, instructional videos, sample test, licensed instructor available to answer questions, DMV approved certificate of completion with all lectures and exams completed

from home. Designed for students and does not include behind-thewheel instruction or a California driver’s permit. Contact 951-7233880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at www.city of menifee. us.

ONGOING – 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833349-2054.

ONGOING – Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, a free 12step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia, has meetings throughout the U.S. and the world. Contact 781932-6300, or for local meetings, call 925-321-0170 or visit http:// www.foodaddicts.org.

ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St. Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in plants is welcome. Membership is $10 per year. Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month.

For more information and new meeting dates and places, visit http://www.temeculavalleyrosesociety.org.

ONGOING – Menifee Toastmasters meets every Thursday at noon for one hour at a designated place to have fun, enhance speaking capabilities, gain self-confidence and improve social skills.

For new dates, call 760-807-1323 or visit http://www.MenifeeToastmasters.org for more information.

Movie Review: ‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’ Bob Garver SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

It might not be the epitome of blockbuster entertainment, but I do understand the appeal of “Downton Abbey.” The British television series, which ran from 2010-2015, is recognized as the most acclaimed “international” series in Emmy history. And of course, it developed a fandom based on its impeccable 1920s costumes and sets, as well as its intricate storylines and snappy dialogue. A post-series movie came out in 2019, and made just short of $100 million at the domestic box office. That performance warranted a sequel with “A New Era.” I don’t think the new film will find the same success as its predecessor, as it’s opening in a “New Era” of its own, one where theater attendance is way down.

But I would love to be proven wrong, as this is a very enjoyable movie.

Everyone from the aristocrats to the servants has a story at Downton Abbey, with over 20

billed characters interacting. The movie does the abundant cast better justice than I can in my story summation. Dowager Countess Violet Crawley, played by Maggie Smith, inherits a villa in the south of France from an acquaintance she hasn’t seen in decades.

Her son Robert, played by Hugh Bonneville, brings his wife Cora, played by Elizabeth McGovern, and a host of family members and servants to the villa to meet the benefactor’s son, played by Jonathan Zaccai, and hopefully uncover the nature of their parents’ relationship, Robert fears the worst.

Meanwhile, Downton Abbey itself plays host to a film crew using the mansion for a location shoot, much to the chagrin of older family and staff who consider movies vulgar. Robert’s daughter and estate manager Mary Talbot, played by Michelle Dockery, oversees the chaos, including the film being changed from a silent to a talkie midway through.

Lady Mary is quick to volunteer her services, which impresses

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director Jack Barber, played by Hugh Dancy. Diva actress Myrna Dalgleish, played by Laura Haddock, is rude to everybody, but changes her tune in humility when the changes don’t play to her strengths. Dashing leading man Guy Dexter, played by Dominic West, takes up a relationship with head butler Barrow, played by Robert-James Collier. Former footman Molesley, played by Kevin Doyle, discovers he has a gift for writing screenplays and much, much more.

So much of this movie is just so pleasant. Problems like the production shutting down or a character’s health scare never seem to last more than a singledigit number of minutes – raising the question as to why the health scare was included at all. Relationship successes, professional fulfillment and moments to shine abound in the last act. It’s almost too pleasant for a spell, like the happiness-to-sadness ratio is distractingly unrealistic. But then there is an inevitable sad part, crucial to “Downton Abbey” lore, something that fans have probably been surprised has taken this long to transpire. But it’s handled perfectly, with appropriate sensitivity and even trademark wit.

All the best things about “Downton Abbey” are out in full force in “A New Era,” from the acting to the writing to the production design. I’d say it might be in line for an Oscar nomination or two if its release weren’t buried so early in the year. Will there be more of “Downton Abbey,” on the big screen or small? My guess is yes, since absolutely everything gets

run into the ground in this era. But I shudder to think of continuation, because it is the perfect stopping point for this franchise. Then again, I wasn’t sure if “A New Era” would work, and my doubts have been proven unfounded.

Grade: B

“Downton Abbey: A New Era” is rated PG for some suggestive references, language and thematic elements. Its running time is 124 minutes.

Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@ nyu.edu.

Have you heard about the Svalbard Global Seed Vault?

TEMECULA – The Svalbard Global Seed Vault – Norwegian: Svalbard globale frøhvelv – is a secure backup facility for the world’s crop diversity on the Norwegian island of Spitsbergen in the remote Arctic Svalbard

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archipelago.

Come and hear more about this agricultural facility Saturday, June 4, at Sons of Norway Vinland Lodge at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road, at noon for a potluck

luncheon, followed by a cultural presentation by Tristan Taylor.

For more information, call 951309-1597.

Submitted by Sons of Norway Vinland Lodge.

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‘A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum’ plays in Old Town Temecula TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Players will present “A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum’ in the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. and June 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 2 p.m.

Bring out the togas because “There’s something for everyone, a comedy tonight.” Those lyrics are sung by Pseudolus, a crafty Roman slave who struggles to win the hand of Philia for his young master, Hero, in exchange for his freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors and a showgirl or two or three or four or five or more.

Join Temecula Valley Players for this Mel Brooks-style, nonstop laugh fest that takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2,000 year-old comedies of Roman playwright, Plautus from 254–184 BC, with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. This musical marks the first Broadway production for which Stephen Sondheim

wrote both music and lyrics and features a book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. “A Funny Thing…” has enjoyed several Broadway and West End revivals and was made into a successful film starring the original lead of the stage musical, Zero Mostel.

“A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” opened on Broadway May 8, 1962, at the Alvin Theatre, and transferred to the Mark Hellinger Theatre and the Majestic Theatre, where the show closed Aug. 29, 1964, after 964 performances and eight previews.

It was revised on Broadway in 1972 and successfully again in 1996 starring Nathan Lane.

As Temecula Valley Players Re-Launch Season continues, this show will bill as the last show of their 39th season. The show will be guided by Terri Miller Schmidt serving as director, with choreography by Summer Betancourt and musical direction by Stacee Tweedlie Willis.

In the starring roles, Pseudolus will be played by Thomas Fisk with a team of comedic sup-

Joemitchell Sanchez, bottom left; Thomas Fisk, standing left center; Ava Sarnowski, center; David Johnson, bottom right; Cole Harvey, right standing Valley News/Shawna Sarnowski photos

porting characters that include Rossi Smith as Hysterium, Ava Sarnowski as Phila, Peter Varvel as Marcus Lycus, Cole Harvey as Hero, Kit Fortier as Sennex, Sonia Watson as Domina, Jared Kramarsky as Miles Gloriosus and Kevin Alcott as Eronius.

Tickets are on sale for this hilarious musical Roman romp.

Bring your toga and wear it with pride. Disclaimer: “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the

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Forum” contains mature subject matter and is not meant to be taken seriously in any way. Parental discretion is advised. Rated PG-13.

Ticket prices range from $18-28 and are available at http://www. temeculatheater.org or by calling 866-653-8696.

Temecula Valley Players is a California nonprofit organization.

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From a top-secret wine cellar in Temecula Wine Country, it’s…

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Winery Review

Maurice Car’rie Winery The Mystery Wino SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Confession time: I – your ordinarily faithful mystery wino – cheated on Temecula wine country last month.

On a COVID-postponed trip with my father, I visited a dozen wineries in Napa and Sonoma. We drank fabulous wine, ate delicious food and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I would like to say I was filled with remorse, but usually I was filled with cabernet sauvignon.

I admit that seeing the North Coast wine region up close was humbling, even awe-inspiring.

Napa has 525 wineries and 46,000 acres of vines. Sonoma has 450 wineries and 63,000 acres. By comparison, Temecula has 50 wineries and a measly 2,500 or so acres. It’s enough to dampen the mojo of even the most enthusiastic local wino.

But size isn’t everything when it comes to wine country. I discovered at least two ways that Temecula Valley Wine Country outshines its northern neighbors.

First, the diversity of our wines blows the North Coast away. Most wineries in Napa and Sonoma make wine from only four grape varieties – chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, merlot and pinot noir. Yes, you will find other varietals such as zinfandel, sauvignon blanc, etc., but the big four account for roughly 90% of the wines. By comparison, Temecula offers a staggering range

Maurice Car’rie Winery is located at 34225 Rancho California in Valley News/Shane Gibson photos Temecula’s wine country.

A variety of sparkling wines sold at Maurice Car’rie Winery.

of styles, including Italian, Spanish and Rhone varietals. It is not unusual to see 15 different varietals on the menu of our larger wineries.

Second, the average customer experience at a Temecula winery is as good as – and often much

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Maurice Car’rie Winery 34225 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591 Tel 951-676-1711.

Email: info@mauricecarriewinery.com Http://www.mauricecarriewinery.com Owner: Janak Patel Winemaker: David Raffaelle Founded: 1986 Acres planted: 70 acres on site.

Current wines offered: barbera, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, chenin blanc, gewurztraminer, grenache, malbec, merlot, montepulciano, mourvedre, muscat, nebbiolo, petit sirah, pinot noir, riesling, sauvignon blanc, syrah, tempranillo, viognier, zinfandel, red and white blends, roses, sparkling, sweet, dessert.

Cases per year: 17,000 + Price range: $$ (of $$$) HOURS • Winery open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Closed on major holidays.

• Wheelchair accessible.

TASTINGS & TOURS $20-$30 for five two-ounce pours.

Currently, only wine flights offered. Seating on veranda or picnic area.

Limos and groups of six or more must make reservations.

FOOD Bistro service, including sandwiches, soups, salads and the “world famous” hot sourdough baked brie bowls. Prepackaged picnic items available.

ENTERTAINMENT & AMENITIES Arts and craft faire on weekends. Extensive musical offerings weekly.

Live concerts every other Saturday from March through September.

Gift shop and event facility in The Barn, which is the oldest building in wine country. Dog friendly. Families with children welcome. Wine club. See website for details.

guests with less staff. By contrast, Temecula Valley Wine Country is still mostly wide-open, well-staffed and friendly, which makes for a less pretentious, less expensive and more enjoyable experience.

The Background Maurice Car’rie Winery is a textbook example of Temecula’s past as well as its bright future. The sprawling, yellow Victorian-style building, with its wrap-around veranda, windmill and huge front lawn, is a wine country landmark.

In 1986, husband and wife entrepreneurs Budd and Maurice Car’rie Van Roekel purchased 70 acres of vines near the corner of Rancho California and Calle Contento Roads. Two years later, they bought an adjacent 60 acres, eventually building a second winery called Van Roekel – now Avensole Winery. Maurice Car’rie has remained a popular destination for nearly three decades. If you have lived in Temecula long enough, you have definitely eaten one of their “world famous” sourdough baked brie bowls.

Most people don’t realize that Maurice Car’rie is also the birthplace of Temecula viticulture. The white barn and adjacent windmill are two of the oldest existing structures in the area, built by M.J. Yoder in 1905 as part of his barley operation. In 1968, Vincent and Audrey Cilurzo purchased the property and planted the area’s first vineyards, using the barn to store vineyard equipment. When the Van Roekel family bought the land from the Cilurzos, they wisely kept the historic barn and windmill.

For years, Maurice Car’rie produced as many as 40,000 cases of wine, mostly affordable sweet and dry whites made from chardonnay, chenin blanc, riesling and muscat canelli, but also red varietals such as cabernet sauvignon and merlot.

Pioneer winemaker Mike Tingley served as the first cellar master for both wineries. Several others followed, including Gus Vizgirda of Wilson Creek Winery and Renato Sais of Akash Winery.

In 2018, the Van Roekel family sold the winery to Corona-area businessman Janak Patel. Since then, Patel made many positive changes, including hiring the talented Davis-trained David Raffaele as head winemaker. Patel also kept the windmill and barn, reverently restoring the latter for special events and tastings. He created a member’s room, enclosed the lawn area to reduce road noise, and slashed wine production to focus on higher quality. The biggest change may be the winery’s name – Ultimate Vineyards – a brand that already graces the labels of new vintages.

The Visit On a balmy Sunday afternoon, the parking lot in front of Maurice Car’rie was mostly empty. The arts and crafts vendors who rent space along Rancho California Road were packing up for the day. I walked down the rosebush-lined central path to the front steps. Several couples were enjoying wine and food at picnic tables under the olive trees or on the veranda. A guitarist sang easy-listening pop songs.

The tasting room is in the midst of a transition from 1990s farmhouse kitsch to a more contemporary theme. Within the next year, I

suspect that all buildings will receive a much-need facelift. On the service side, Patel has also changed things up a bit, doing tastings via flights instead of at the counter. It means that guests receive all five pours at once in an easily transportable carrier. There are a daunting seven different flights, ranging from sparkling at $20 to the “ultimate mix” at $30. The downside of this scheme is that patrons can’t ask questions about what they’re tasting. Flights may work if a winery is only interested in selling tastings and food, but if the goal is to sell bottles and memberships, it’s probably not sustainable.

The kitchen offers small bites, including panini, soups, salads, charcuterie and the aforementioned sourdough baked brie at $19. There is a modest gift shop with picnic supplies and knickknacks. Since I had brought along my own cheese and crackers, I grabbed my flight and went out to sit at one of the tables on the veranda.

The Wines There are a dizzying 21 different varietals on the menu, along with a handful of blends. My “ultimate mix” flight consisted of one white, one rosé and three reds, all estate grown. The white was a 2020 Gewurztraminer. It was aromatic with hints of honey and jasmine.

The taste was semi-sweet, with zippy minerality and flavors of honey, apricot and peach. A salmon-colored 2019 Rosé of Grenache had rose petals, strawberry and watermelon on the nose. I tasted red fruit, rhubarb, citrus and some residual sugar. A nice picnic wine.

The first red I tried was the 2017 Barbera, a grape that is performing well in Temecula. I smelled lots of overripe dark fruit. On the palate, I tasted dark cherry and plum with some herbaceous notes and bell pepper on the finish. The 2018 Tempranillo had appealing cherry, tobacco and leather notes on the nose. The palate offered generous dark plum and black cherry, tomatoes, blackberry, firm tannins and baking spices.

My favorite wine of the day might have been the 2018 Syrah.

While muted on the nose, it had generous, concentrated dark fruits like blackberry and blueberry, as well bacon notes and pepper, along with well-balanced acidity and tannins.

Go to Maurice Car’rie if you like… red, white, and rosé wines, sweet wines, estate wines, huge selection, tasting flights, picnic grounds, dog friendly, child friendly, mellow vibe, historical setting, bistro food, arts and crafts vendors, live music, outdoor seating, craft beer and moderate crowds.

Avoid Maurice Car’rie if you like…premium reds, boutique atmosphere, views, longer-aged wines, full-service restaurant, counter tasting, views, knowledgeable servers, people watching, hip vibe, modern style and small crowds.

Wine Wit – “Drinking wine was not a snobbism nor a sign of sophistication nor a cult; it was as natural as eating and to me as necessary.”

Ernest Hemingway Next up: Fazeli Cellars The Mystery Wino is a writer, wine geek, vineyard owner, and winemaker based in Temecula.

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HEALTH

Fitness tips for new parents

Staying fit and healthy with a new baby in the house may be easier when parents embrace certain strategies. Valley News/Metro Creative photo

TEMECULA – Being a parent requires an ability to adapt to change.

Newborns require around-the-clock care that often translates into little free time for their parents. When parents get opportunities to step

away, exercise may be the furthest thing from their minds. But it could be in new mothers’ and fathers’ best interests to consider exercise even when their schedules are hectic.

Health experts at the Mayo Clinic

advised exercise helps to tame stress, keep the mind sharp and boost the immune system. Staying fit and healthy with a new baby in the house may be easier when parents embrace certain strategies.

Flexibility is key. New parents strive to maintain schedules, but newborns and infants don’t always comply. Therefore, committing to a workout at a specific time each day or even a specific duration can be foolish. It’s better to take what you can get when you can get it. Don’t get hung up on following a specific regimen right now.

Exercise in bursts. Rather than devoting a set amount of time to a workout, fit in exercise when you have a minute. Run up and down the stairs while the baby is napping. Or do some bicep curls while preparing a bottle.

Take a “baby-and-me” class.

Gyms and fitness organizations often offer classes for new parents that build workouts around movements that can be done with baby in hand or in tow. Another option is Stroller Strong Moms, a workout group that incorporates children and strollers. Seek out these programs for innovative ways to get exercise and spend time with your child and other parents.

Ask for time off. Spouses can divide baby duties so that each gets equal time away to devote to personal needs. Factor exercise into some of the plan, even if you can carve out only a few minutes. Another tip is to multitask. Consider buying a stationary bicycle to use while watching a favorite television show.

Go swimming. Swimming works many muscles of the body, and the buoyancy of the water relieves

pressure on joints and other areas of the body. When the baby is old enough, you can even enjoy time in the pool together.

Prioritize sleep. Do not compromise sleep for exercise, which can adversely affect your overall health. Sleep is essential for human development, according to The Sleep Foundation. During sleep, the brain experiences intense activity, building the foundations for how people learn and grow, including the development of our behavior, emotions and immune systems.

Adequate sleep is vital for new parents to maintain their health and the health of their babies.

As infants grow, parents will find they have more time to devote to exercise. Until then, new parents can be flexible and make time for exercise when their schedule allows.

Riverside County celebrates local foster families RIVERSIDE COUNTY – The Riverside County Board of Supervisors and child advocates recognized local foster families who offer love and stability to children in crisis, and they appealed for more families to open their homes to local youth in need.

“Being a foster parent is something I feel called to do while I am here on Earth,” Tyrone Stafford, single dad, 31, said.

He adopted a son, who is now five years old. He also fosters four children between the ages of five and 11. A former foster youth himself, Stafford said he was determined to become a role model for children whose lives have been disrupted by abuse, neglect or abandonment.

“I wanted to beat the odds and show that a foster male could grow up and be an example for others,” Stafford, one local foster parent recognized by the county supervisors in May, National Foster Care Month, said.

About 3,000 Riverside County children and teens are in foster homes or are awaiting placement on any given day, Charity Douglas, assistant director of Children’s Services, a branch of the Department of Public Social Services, said. Nationally, more than 400,000 children and teens are in foster care.

Tyrone Stafford, 31, who is seen with his adopted son on his shoulders, is selected for the 2022 Caregiver of the Year Award.

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“Our first goal is to partner with families and bring resources that help parents support their children to thrive and be healthy,” Douglas said.

When children cannot return to their families of origin, Douglas said the goal is linking them to loving homes. The needs of a youth are complex and require adults who understand trauma to build resiliency and promote hope.

Fifth District Supervisor Jeff Hewitt, chair of the county board, praised caregivers saying that their unwavering support helps

provide stability to children who have experienced a difficult circumstance.

“All children deserve a safe and nurturing place to call home and these parents have recognized the need and have stepped up to the challenge,” Hewitt said. “I would like to thank each of them and all the others in our county who are devoted to our most precious resource which is our youth.”

During the May 17 meeting, Riverside County’s 2022 Caregiver of the Year award winners were named. View the video at https://www.youtube.com/

A caregiver’s guide to sundowner’s syndrome Alissa Sauer LEISURE CARE

Sundowner’s syndrome affects people in the mid to late stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia, often bringing distress in the evening hours to both patient and caregiver alike.

Learn more about Sundowner’s Syndrome in dementia, why it occurs, signs and symptoms of the condition, and how to alleviate its symptoms in your loved one.

What is sundowner ’s syndrome?

Sundowner’s syndrome is not actually a syndrome or a disease in and of itself. The Mayo Clinic defined Sundowner’s syndrome as a “group of symptoms that occur at a specific time of the day that may affect people with dementia.”

Simply speaking, it refers to a state of confusion that comes on in the late afternoon and lasts into the night.

Sundowner’s syndrome, also known as sundowning or late-day confusion, has different effects on different people but can include feelings of sadness, fear, delusions, hallucinations and agitation.

It leads to inadequate rest for both the people who have it and their caregivers and can exacerbate existing symptoms.

What causes or triggers sundowner’s syndrome?

Often appearing in mid to late stages of dementia, the exact causes of sundowning are unknown but there are steps caregivers can take to mitigate its effects.

Most experts agree that the timing of its onset at nightfall is not coincidental. Some medical professionals believe that all of the day’s sensory stimulation accumulates and becomes overwhelming once the day settles, causing people with dementia to become stressed and exhibit signs of that stress.

Others believe that the hormonal changes that occur at night may cause a hormonal imbalance,

affecting one’s natural circadian rhythm. Still, others believe it may simply be exhaustion or fatigue, and another theory believes the changes in lighting can cause the disorientation and confusion associated with sundowning.

No matter what the cause of sundowner’s syndrome, many medical professionals agree that these factors can trigger an episode of sundowning or make an existing episode worse: fatigue or exhaustion, low lighting, increased shadows, urinary tract infections or other infections and disruption of sleep schedule.

Tracking your loved one’s behaviors and schedules in an app or diary can also help you identify any triggers that may be unique to your loved one. Identifying patterns in their day and matching those to sundowning episodes can be revealing and help you manage sundowning episodes.

What are signs and symptoms of sundowner’s syndrome?

A person experiencing sundowning can exhibit a wide range of behaviors as sundowner’s syndrome affects each person differently. One person may “shadow” their caregiver, asking repeated questions, others may lose their ability to communicate in a coherent way and others may wander aimlessly, trying to “escape.” Other behaviors exhibited by someone experiencing a sundowning episode include, crying, insomnia, anger, agitation, anxiety, emotional outbursts, delusions and/or hallucinations, fear, depression, restlessness, rocking and paranoia.

In extreme cases, a person experiencing an episode may become physically violent as the confusion and disorientation sets in.

How do you manage sundowner’s syndrome?

There is no cure or drug to treat sundowner’s syndrome. The best way to manage sundowning is to manage its symptoms. The most important thing for a caregiver to

Sundowner’s syndrome refers to a state of confusion that comes on in the late afternoon and lasts into the night.

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do if a loved one begins sundowning is to stay calm and not express frustration or annoyance. A loved one may pick up on even subtle clues of irritation and it can make symptoms worse.

These tips can help you peacefully and calmly help a loved one work through a sundowning episode and potentially reduce the frequency of episodes.

Stay calm. Do not approach your loved one suddenly or touch him or her unexpectedly.

Do not try to make sense of your loved one’s behavior or try to argue. Accept their reality.

Use nightlights as darkness can be disorientating to someone with dementia.

If they are experiencing hallucinations or delusions, do not argue with them but reassure them that they are safe.

Keep lighting similar to the day.

Draw curtains so your loved one can not see the change in natural light.

Have a routine around bedtime that will signal it’s time to start calming down for the evening.

Play soft and subtle music that may be familiar to your loved one.

Reduce sweets and caffeine prior to bedtime.

Seek medical advice as infections may worsen sundowning.

For more information, visit http://www.leisurecare.com/resources.

Foster families recognized by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors include Foster and LaRhonda Slaughter, left; Becky Gosling-Addo, center, and Armando and Rachel Castillo, right.

watch?v=FSVNpktDv78. Four foster families recognized by the board included Kwame and Becky Addo, Armando and Rachel Castillo, Foster and LaRhonda Slaughter and Stafford, the 31-year-old single father.

“We are grateful for all our caregivers who are committed to fostering children and strengthening families that are facing complex challenges,” Douglas said. “But the need for more resource families continues to grow. This is especially true for our children of

color, sibling sets, teens and youth with more specialized needs.”

Foster Slaughter, one of this year’s award-winning caregivers, urged people to open their hearts to fostering.

“If you are a good person, and have a good heart, do it,” Slaughter said.

Call 800-665-5437 to find out more about fostering or adoption in Riverside County or visit http:// rivcodpss.org.

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Study shows devastating impact of alcohol abuse in Riverside County RIVERSIDE COUNTY – The number of alcohol-related deaths in Riverside County nearly doubled between 2010 and 2020, according to Department of Public Health research study, which also found other impacts of alcohol abuse on the community.

The study, the first of its kind for the county’s Public Health Department, was released this week and can be found on the department’s Epidemiology and Program Evaluation website at https://www.ruhealth.org/sites/ default/files/2020-08/Alcohol_ RC_2022_Final.pdf.

Among the findings, alcohol abuse disproportionately affects males and non-Hispanic whites; about one-third of all vehicle collision fatalities involved alcohol use; the number of alcohol-related deaths almost doubled from 2010

to 2020; the Coachella Valley had the highest alcohol related mortality rate in 2020 and people between the ages of 65 and 74 have the highest alcohol-related mortality rate.

“It should come as no surprise that alcohol abuse can be devastating to a community and individual families,” Kim Saruwatari, director of Public Health for Riverside County, said. “It is important to be able to quantify this impact so we can work with our community partners to address the root causes of alcohol abuse and save lives.”

The study used data from a variety of sources and looked at issues such as binge drinking, alcohol-related traffic accidents, emergency room visits, hospitalizations and mortality rates in different populations and regions.

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Murrieta Costco set to open in August Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

The new Murrieta Costco, located at Clinton Keith Road at Warm Springs Parkway, is set to open in August, according to the company’s website, http://www.costco.com.

Instead of making a formal announcement regarding the new 151,000-square-foot store and its eight-lane gas station in The Vineyard shopping center east of Interstate 215, the Washingtonbased retailer updated its website showing the new location would open in August.

The Vineyard Shopping Center center includes several businesses that have already opened including a Starbucks, Jamba Juice, Farmer Boys, Ramona Tire and Quick Quack.

A longtime in the making, the new Costco will feature everything from groceries to car care and vacation packages. It is the first within city limits.

The retailer first applied for the permit in early 2018 but faced re-

sistance from some residents who were concerned about environmental and traffic issues in relation to the planned site, which would also include the new shopping center.

In 2020, a Costco representative speaking to Murrieta City Council said the retailer wanted to cut commutes for its members to other Costco locations in the area.

“That’s 24,000 members of the 37,000 homes in the city,” Jennifer Murillo, director of real estate at Costco Wholesale, said. “We know that Temecula at Costco is particularly congested and can be a less than pleasant experience in peak times. This is standard economics, if your demand exceeds your supply, you create more supply.”

Murrieta City Council voted unanimously Oct. 6, 2020, to approve the new warehouse store and shopping center.

No other Costco stores are slated to open in California this year, according to the retailer’s website.

Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

The new Murrieta Costco will be located on Clinton Keith Road at Warm Springs Parkway.

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San Jacinto City Council makes rare eminent domain ruling for necessary street widening Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

The San Jacinto City Council reluctantly approved the acquisition of a permanent roadway easement on a portion of real property on Vernon Avenue over the rejection of a homeowner who turned down an offer of $38,000 for the property during its regular Tuesday, May 17, meeting.

The action was taken as it was seen as an eminent domain issue.

The easement to widen the highway for the safe movement of traffic and pedestrians through the area.

Vernon Avenue connects with the Ramona Expressway in the north and Artesia Road on the south.

Mayor Crystal Ruiz, before asking the council for approval, reported she despised any takeover of a private citizen’s land by eminent domain, but saw the acquisition was necessary and it was not infringing on any of the owners’ buildings or structures along the road.

Councilmember Alonzo Ledesma echoed her words but saw the action as a necessity because of the new homes and the traffic it would create in the area and ensure greater safety of motorists coming into

the area. The remaining council moved to approve the acquisition by eminent domain and expressed that the city and homeowner can still reach an agreement on the value of the land.

In eminent domain preceding the amount of property to be obtained, and an assessment of its fair value by the county assessor is made.

Then the offer is presented to the owner for the acquisition. If the owner does not accept the offer and refuses other offers, the process of eminent domain can be taken by the government entity on the basis of improving the safety of the general public.

The council, on the request of Ledesma, who was born in Mexico and became an American citizen, sought to establish a sister city program with Cuquio, Jalisco, Mexico, where he recently visited.

San Jacinto is no stranger to adopting sister cities in other countries. A previous council in 1991 following the landing of a historic airplane flight in 1937 resulted in the city adopting the Russian city of Zhukovsky as its first sister city. three Russian pilots landed their plane July 14, 1937, in a San Jacinto farmer’s cow pasture after

flying a distance of 6,305 miles non-stop from Moscow. A monument to that event was erected on Cottonwood Avenue to commemorate that flight.

The annual Sister Cities membership fee is $810. Funding for the membership fee and any other costs associated with membership and cultural exchanges. Any costs have not been budgeted. The annual cost of a Sister City program will depend on the level of interaction between the cities.

The council received and filed an expenditure report of how much the city has used of $2.5 million in American Rescue Plan money received from the federal government to help pay for the city’s costs in combating COVID. The report showed the city has spent only $35,404.55 of the money from the fund mainly for groundwater studies, and professional services and vendors leading to the planned rehabilitation of some of the city’s needed infrastructure rehabilitation. The remaining ARPA is $2,464,595.45 that must be used in the next few years or be returned to the government.

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

EMWD approves groundwater basin interagency agreement with city of San Jacinto Joe Naiman WRITER

The Eastern Municipal Water District approved an interagency agreement with the city of San Jacinto for the Mountain Avenue West Groundwater Replenishment Basins Project.

A 5-0 EMWD board vote Wednesday, May 18, authorized Joe Mouawad, general manager of EMWD, or his designee to execute an amendment to the water district’s 2014 agreement with the city, authorized two payments to the city totaling $784,500, and appropriated an additional $790,000 to fund the payments and $5,500 of staff labor. The Environmental Impact Report for the project was certified in June 2018, and no new environmental documentation was required.

The Mountain Avenue West Groundwater Replenishment Basins Project is part of the San Jacinto Valley Water Banking – Enhanced Recharge and Recovery Program which supplements current and future water supplies by recharging imported water in the local groundwater basin. Groundwater supplies will be extracted seasonally and during dry drought periods.

The Mountain Avenue West Replenishment Basin land is west of Mountain Avenue, north of Esplanade Avenue and east of Villines Avenue. A February 2014 EMWD board action appropriated $4,034,500 to purchase the property and also approved an interagency agreement which was

fully executed in November 2014.

The purpose of the agreement was to stipulate the terms for which Eastern will install certain amenities supporting public access and water conservation and water use efficiency landscaping, and the 2014 agreement called for the water district to transfer the ownership of those amenities to the city.

A September 2019 EMWD board action approved a contract with H&H General Contractors, Inc., to construct the groundwater replenishment facilities and the amenities. That project is now complete including the amenities.

Eastern is continuing to provide landscape maintenance services until the ownership transfer is finalized. EMWD staff and San Jacinto staff negotiated a one-time payment of amortized expenses to compensate the city for operating costs of the landscape maintenance, water, and lighting energy.

Due to inflation and an increase in maintenance costs the $784,500 amount has increased from the initial estimate.

The amendment also converts the one-time payment into two $392,250 payments. The first would be issued as soon as possible and would transfer the maintenance responsibilities to the city. The second payment would be issued when Eastern’s offer of dedication of the landscaped perimeter property is recorded by Riverside County.

Joe Naiman can be reached by email at jnaiman@reedermedia. com.

Workforce Development services available to county residents, employers RIVERSIDE – Resources are available to help Riverside County residents transition back to work and to address the labor force needs of Riverside County employers. Riverside County Workforce Development provides federally funded career and employment assistance at no cost to our job seeking and employer customers.

“Workforce development services are a tremendous resource for county residents and businesses.

We want to get the word out that assistance is available,”according to Patrick Ellis, chair of the Riverside County Workforce Development Board.

Riverside County Workforce Development receives funding under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. This funding provides workforce-related programs and services for residents and employers in Riverside County.

Residents who have been laid off, are long-term unemployed, or low income can access a wide array of assistance. Workforce Development Services include free use of computer resource rooms, help creating or updating a resume, oneon-one career coaching, assessments, employment preparation workshops, job search assistance, interviewing skills and job fairs.

Eligible participants may also receive up to $8,000 in assistance

for employment skills training and a laptop computer. These no-cost services help residents re-enter the workforce and find a new career.

For further information about our career services, contact the Riverside County Workforce Development by email WorkforceHelp@ RivCo.org, by phone 833-391-0507 or by visiting http://www.RivCoWorkforce.com.

Riverside County employers can access services to help fill open positions and train their labor force.

Workforce Development provides recruitment services, applicant prescreening, virtual or in-person hiring events, a free human resources hotline and labor market information. To offset costs of hiring and on-boarding, eligible employers may also qualify to be reimbursed for up to 50% of an eligible new employee’s wages for the first 480 hours of employment. These federally funded services support the growth and resilience of employers in the county.

Employers in Riverside County that are interested or would like more information are encouraged to contact Riverside County Workforce Development’s Employer Services team. Email EmployerServices@RivCo.org or call 833-303-4333.

Submitted by Riverside County Executive Office.

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Bluewater Grill Temecula welcomes guests back with five outdoor patios, wine and music TEMECULA – Bluewater Grill, which pairs the freshest sustainable seafood with wines from 15 Temecula wineries, is welcoming guests back with new local purveyor partnerships, hyper-local menu options and exclusive events and promotions that signal new life after the pandemic.

And, thanks to three distinct new outdoor patios, the destination lunch and dinner restaurant on Ynez Court offers some of the best and most unique alfresco dining in Temecula Wine Country.

According to Jaime Castellanos, partner and proprietor, Bluewater Grill guests have their choice of five distinct outdoor dining options: the original main and bar patios; the Pilikia Patio named after Bluewater’s fresh-catch fishing boat; the Wine Garden, which welcomes guests at the entrance with tables made from wine barrels collected from area wineries and the Veranda, a charming, wine-themed area illuminated by vintage nautical lights and available for private parties of up to 40 people. Opened during the past several years, the Pilikia, Wine Garden and Veranda patios have

become a popular part of both the Bluewater Grill and local dining scene.

“The original goal was simply to offer guests more outdoor dining options, especially to experience our calendar of wine tasting events, seasonal menu specials and other celebrations – but we also saw the opportunity to create something unique in keeping with Bluewater’s goal of being an integral part of the community,” Castellanos said. “Each patio offers an entirely different dining experience and the result has become a festive vibe throughout the whole restaurant.”

Castellanos created the Veranda to showcase Bluewater Grill’s alliances with 15 Temecula Wine Country wineries that allow customers to pair their seafood, shellfish and non-fish dishes with as many as 50 different red, white and sparkling wines. The restaurant’s four-variety Taste of Temecula Wine Flights, no-corkage fee for the first two bottles and dedicated wine-pairing events have made it a destination for local and visiting wine lovers.

Continuing its commitment to

spotlighting Inland Empire purveyors, Bluewater partners with the Temecula Olive Oil Company and Temecula Honey Company to include these ingredients in certain menu favorites and among the items sold at the onsite Seafood Market selling the freshest catch, marinades, party platters and Bluewater’s award-winning chowders.

Bluewater Grill also promotes local musical talent during Wednesday Night Live performances by area guitarists, pianists, violinists and other musicians every Wednesday from 5-8 p.m.

Residents can learn more about wine, music and other events by subscribing to the Bluewater ecrew newsletter.

“We’ve combined the freshest local catch with locally produced wines, artisan products and area musicians to create a distinctively Temecula experience,” chef Edwardo Zepeda said.

Also reflecting this emphasis on local offerings are several only-in-Temecula menu items including the Coconut Margarita and the Champagne Salad, which originated as a personal request by Castellanos for a healthy lunch of

RivCo supervisors initiate process for potentially revoking cannabis outlets’ permits City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors Tuesday, May 24, directed staff to research how to establish a process for revocation of licenses granted to marijuana merchants in unincorporated Riverside County communities for failure to open their outlets under the conditions that they promised.

“This is about the policies and procedures of dealing with cannabis store owners who come before us and make promises, then walk away from the project,” Supervisor Kevin Jeffries said ahead of the 5-0 vote in favor of his proposal.

“This is to evaluate how we deal with these business owners, who have already received approval, as well as those who may be coming forward with new proposals.”

The supervisor said that nearly two dozen cannabis business permits have been authorized by the board since December 2019, but of those, “only two have actually opened.”

One of the unopened outlets, “Empire Connect” in Lakeland Village, was strongly opposed by residents when it came before the board in January 2021. According to Jeffries, who supported it only after receiving assurances from the proprietors that they would be making improvements to the space intended for marijuana sales, there has been no modification to the site, which “continues to be a nuisance for graffiti and debris, and until recently was surrounded with

an unattractive mesh fencing.”

Jeffries displayed pictures showing the dilapidated condition of the concrete building and surrounding premises at Grand Avenue and Macy Street.

“Hundreds of our community members petitioned and argued that this dispensary’s location would be dangerous and disruptive,” Lakeland Village resident Judy Lippold told the board. “It’s detrimental to our residents’ way of life. We again wish to be clear as a community: this dispensary is (engaging in) an unacceptable business practice. It is an eyesore, and the owners have displayed a total lack of interest.”

The head of the operation, Christopher Henry, protested that nothing in the development agreement that Empire Connect entered into with the county specified “a time for when the property had to be developed.”

“We have dumped over $1.8 million into this project,” he told the board. “Our stores are very high-end.”

He said that “supply chain” interruptions had put a crimp in development, but that it was still on track.

Jeffries said he was not singling out Empire Connect for public humiliation, but he said the project was illustrative of similar problems impacting other locations, and he feared it would become a runaway trend without changes in county regulations.

“This one will likely require code enforcement action,” he said.

“We have a good case for one.”

The supervisor said that while the county has provisions for expeditiously revoking a permit after a business opens and fails to meet its obligations, there is no clear policy in effect for contending with “cannabis licensees who have not yet opened their business, or who have abandoned their site entirely.”

At the board’s direction, the Office of County Counsel and Transportation & Land Management Agency will identify methods that might be applied to remedy the problem. Staff must return to the board in 90 days with a report.

In addition to Lakeland Village, the board has signed off on cannabis dispensaries and manufacturing facilities in the unincorporated communities of Bermuda Dunes, Coronita, East Hemet, Green Acres, Highgrove, Lakeland Village, Mead Valley, Temescal Valley, Thousand Palms and Winchester.

In January, Jeffries asked TLMA to stop bringing proposed conditional use permits for cannabis facilities approved by the county Planning Commission to the board because of the glut of permits authorized but not acted on, locking up space that otherwise could be utilized by other businesses.

The county’s 2018 Marijuana Comprehensive Regulatory Framework, codified under Ordinance No. 348, provides for steps that prospective businesses must take to be eligible for permits.

Safety and health safeguards are part of the regulatory system.

seasonal fruit, vegetables and nuts tossed with Italian vinaigrette – and Zepeda’s creation proved so popular that it ended up on the menu.

Zepeda also remarked about the special fanfare that happens when a whole swordfish captured

by Bluewater Grill’s Pilikia boat is carted through the front door to the kitchen.

“We’re a fresh-fish restaurant so we make a deal each time a humanely harpooned swordfish arrives,” Zepeda said. “Those lucky enough to be here for our ‘swordfish show’ can join in on the celebration.”

Voted best seafood in the Inland

Empire by the Riverside Press-Enterprise, Bluewater Grill Temecula is located at 26700 Ynez Court and open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for lunch and dinner. It offers a full bar featuring local wines, beers and spirits; five outdoor dining patios; a Seafood Market and a contemporary coastal casual vibe and pet-friendly policy. Happy hour is Mondays through Thursdays from 3-5pm in the bar and bar patio only.

For locations, operating hours, menus and other details, visit http://www.bluewatergrill.com or follow on Twitter or Instagram.

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Temecula announces Military Banner & Path of Honor Paver programs TEMECULA ─ The city of Temecula developed two programs to recognize both active-duty military personnel and veterans for their service and commitment to serving in the Armed Forces.

The Military Banner Program was created for the community of Temecula to honor and recognize active-duty military personnel residing in or related to immediate family living in the city of Temecula.

Banners will display the official military photo of the service person, as well as their Banners honoring local military service men and name, rank, and women are displayed in front of Temecula City branch of the U.S. Hall.

Valley News/Shane Gibson photo Armed Forces. All military banners will be located War II Merchant Marine who throughout Old Town Main and served the country. Residents can Front streets and the Civic Center memorialize the service of a famPlaza. They are installed periodi- ily member, friend or themselves cally throughout the year and will to last for generations. Pavers cost be displayed for a period of eight $150, and these donations ensure to 19 months depending upon that pavers will be there to rememinstallation date. Banners will be ber those who came before them. presented to the honoree at the Orders may be placed year-round city’s annual Veterans Day event. and are consolidated, engraved and There is no charge for this pro- placed on the path annually each gram, and banners may be ordered November. The deadline to reserve year-round. For more information, your 2022 paver is Friday, Aug. 12. visit http://TemeculaCA.gov/Ban- for more information, visit http:// TemeculaCA.gov/Path. nerProgram.

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Two area golfers qualify for 77th U.S. Women's Open Championship

Murrieta’s Kylee Choi earned medalist honors at a U.S. Women’s Open qualifying event held at the Meridian Valley Country Club in Kent, Wash., this past April.

JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

The women’s golf world saw U.S. Open qualifying take place over the past two months across 26 sites, not only in the United States but also in South Korea, England and Japan. The 36-hole qualifiers, which took place between April 19 and May 16, had a record 1,874 entrants, two of whom are amateurs from Murrieta: Lauren Gomez and Kylee Choi. As qualifiers, both earned their way to the Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club in Southern Pines, North Carolina, June 2-5, for the 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship.

This year marked the eighth consecutive time that more than 1,500 entries were accepted for the tournament, with entries for 2022 accepted from golfers in 46 U.S. states and 57 foreign countries, breaking the previous record of 1,873, set in 2015 for the USWO at Lancaster Country Club in Pennsylvania. To be eligible, golfers must have a Handicap Index of 2.4 or less or be a professional.

Murrieta’s Kylee Choi shot rounds of 74-71 to earn medalist honors over a 40-player field who competed in April at the U.S. Women’s Open qualifying at the Meridian Valley Country Club in Kent, Washington. Choi, just 15 years old, is currently ranked 25th in the AJGA Rankings and

claimed the lone qualifying spot in the 36-hole qualifier.

Lauren Gomez, who also hails from Murrieta but spent her high school days in San Diego, currently golfs for the women’s Pepperdine golf team. She booked her spot to compete against the world’s best by shooting an 8-under-par 136 during the 36-hole final qualifier at Soule Park Golf Course in Ojai in mid-June. Gomez accomplished this feat a week after winning the West Coast Conference title at Reflection Bay Golf Club in Henderson, Nev., for her first-ever collegiate victory.

The 156-player field for the 77th U.S. Women’s Open features 78 fully exempt golfers, including 11 past U.S. Women’s Open champions, and 31 amateurs, with players representing 18 U.S. states and 28 countries.

Top headliners for the 77th U.S. Women’s Open include World No. 1 Jin Young Ko, already a winner in 2022 at the HSBC Women’s World Championship (13 LPGA victories overall, two majors); Defending champion and world No. 15 Yuka Saso, who has made eight cuts in 10 starts this season with four finishes inside the top 12; World No. 2 Nelly Korda, who will play for the first time since early February after being diagnosed with a blood clot in her left arm and subsequent surgery; and three-time U.S. Women’s Open

Pepperdine golfer, Lauren Gomez, who hails from Murrieta, won the final qualifier at Soule Park Golf Course in Ojai last month.

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Qualifying took place over the past two months for the 77th U.S. Women’s Open Championship.

champion Annika Sorenstam, who captured her second USWO title in 1996 at Pine Needles and earned her spot by winning the 2021 U.S. Senior Women’s Open.

Also taking part is top-ranked amateur Rose Zhang, who secured her spot in the field by winning the 2021 U.S. Girls’ Junior and 2021

McCormack Medal. Zhang also recently completed her freshman season at Stanford, where she won five tournaments including the NCAA individual title and helped the Cardinals capture the team title in the NCAA Women’s Golf Championship at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Ariz.

One of the biggest storylines heading into the 77th U.S. Women’s Open at Pine Needles is the historic $10 million purse, up $4.5 million from 2021, with the winner taking home $1.8 million.

The champion also will receive the see GOLF, page C-2

Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium wins best Single-A baseball ballpark JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

A close vote eventually turned into a runaway as the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium recently won Baseball Digest’s Best Single-A Ballpark Poll for the second time in three seasons, with the ballpark snaring High-A honors in 2020. After early results showed a virtual tie in the first few days of voting in the finals, Lake Elsinore surged ahead to secure the win by a 58% to 42% margin.

Over the last few years, the staff and team have worked endlessly to recapture the magic of the Lake Elsinore Diamond and become a staple to not only the local community, but surrounding cities.

The vote included all 29 SingleA ballparks across 30 teams in the California League, Carolina League and Florida State League (the Palm Beach Cardinals and Jupiter Manatees share Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium). The Diamond opened in 1994 as home to the Storm, an affiliate of the San Diego Padres since 2001.

“As a repeat winner, The Diamond enters a small group of honorees in this annual competition,” Ballpark Digest Publisher Kevin Reichard said. “The Storm has always been a flagship franchise in Minor League Baseball, and this win shows how well the team

Fans chose The Diamond, home of the Lake Elsinore Storm (California League), as the winner of the 2022 MiLB Single-A Best of the Ballparks vote.

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connects with the community.”

“Our fans express what we already know, Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium is the BEST MiLB stadium in the Cal League, Carolina League and Florida State League,” CEO/Co-GM Shaun M. Brock and CFO/Co-GM Christine Kavic said. “We could only do it with generous support from the city of Lake Elsinore, our ownership Gary and Len, the city council and the award-winning staff here

at the Diamond Stadium. Since getting the nod to take over, Christine and I have worked tirelessly to resurrect the spirit of hospitality and to put on a good show. It is an honor to be recognized!”

“Diamond Stadium is an amazing ballpark because of the commitment of a first-class Minor League Baseball organization, the Lake Elsinore Storm, to the facility,” Lake Elsinore Mayor Timothy J. Sheridan said. “But also,

because it has become a focal point in Lake Elsinore because of the Storm’s work in our community. Stated differently, it is more than a ballpark, it is a community gathering place where everyone feels at home!”

Overall, around 27,000 fans voted at least once in the SingleA fan vote, with over 41,000 fans participating in the first two votes for MLB and Single-A. This competition comes in the second

year after MLB’s contraction of Minor League Baseball, but this is the first vote under the Single-A moniker; last year the team played under the Low-A name. As noted, Lake Elsinore is a previous winner, coming in the 2020 High-A vote.

“With significant assistance from the city of Lake Elsinore, the full-time staff and hundreds of hard-working gameday employees, this award is more than just validation of hard work but a collective effort to make our stadium home for the residents in our community,” says Brock Other fan favorites in the 2022 Best of the Ballparks votes: PNC Park, Pittsburgh Pirates (MLB).

“Thank you to Baseball Digest for creating this poll each season and thank you to the best fans in baseball for voting for us this year,” Brock added. “We look forward to continuing a successful 2022 season with our wonderful team.”

As of Monday, May 30, the Lake Elsinore Storm (27-18) were in first place in the California League (North) standings and will be on the road to face Rancho Cucamonga this week. The Storm return for a six-game homestand against San Jose starting Tuesday, June 7. Article contributions made

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Hannah Schaffer hired to take over Great Oak girls’ volleyball program Derryl Trujillo SPORTS WRITER

Hannah Schaffer (8), a former La Sierra player who coached at Corona last season, was named the new girls’ volleyball head coach for Great Oak High School.

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TEMECULA – Ever since Great Oak High School opened in 2004, stability and success are two things which have gone hand in hand for girls’ volleyball at the Temecula Valley’s southernmost high school.

However, since longtime coach Mark Motluck resigned and moved over to Chaparral for a teaching position, where he also became a part of Gale Johnson’s staff (as the freshman head coach), it has been hard for the Wolfpack to keep a coach.

Laikin Ramirez had the job for a year and went 5-13 overall with a 1-9 mark in the Southwestern League in 2018-2019. Then, she

resigned and relocated to Tennessee. After COVID-19 wiped out the 2020 season, Cheyanne Te’o was named Ramirez’ successor. In her lone season at the helm, the Lady Wolfpack went 18-6 overall and 7-3 in the Southwestern League to earn runner-up honors. In the CIF-SS D2 playoffs they defeated South Pasadena on opening night before falling at Laguna Beach in the second round.

However, Te’o resigned recently and AD Herschel Ramirez was again forced to go on a search for a new varsity girls’ volleyball coach.

That search ended this past Friday as Hannah Schaffer was named the new leader and given the keys to the program. She comes to Great

Oak after one year at Corona High School where the Lady Panthers went 9-18 overall and 0-10 in that lone campaign last fall.

As a player, Schaffer spent time at Mt. San Jacinto College under Serinna Eason before completing her collegiate eligibility at NAIA member La Sierra, under Erin Conley. Schaffer is a current club coach with Viper Volleyball Club in Temecula with a previous stint at Empower Volleyball Club in the Corona/Norco area.

Derryl Trujillo has been a sportswriter in the area since 2018 and is a 2019 winner of the IEBCA Supporter of the Year award. He can be reached by email at socaltrekkie@ gmail.com.

2022 All-Southwestern League volleyball teams announced

The Murrieta Valley Nighthawks took first place in the Southwestern League for boys’ volleyball.

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JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

The Southwestern League boys’ volleyball coaches recently met with Murrieta Valley Athletic Director Darin Mott to go over the selections for the All-League teams. Mott’s school hosted the meeting since the Nighthawks took the top spot in the standings this past season with their 8-2 record, 13-12 overall.

Based on where a team places in the league standings determines how many First and Second Team selections they get. Murrieta Valley, who got three First Team selections and one Second Team selection, also housed the MVP of the Southwestern League this year,

senior Austin Miller.

Vista Murrieta, who, according to MaxPreps, also went 8-2 in league, was given three First Team and two Second Team selections, Murrieta Mesa was given two First Team and three Second Team selections, while Great Oak and Chaparral each got one First Team selections and three Second Team picks. Temecula Valley, who got last place in league, was only given four Second Team selections.

2022 All Southwestern Boys’ Volleyball Team Most Valuable Player Austin Miller – Murrieta Valley (12) FIRST TEAM Ethan Parker (11) – Murrieta Valley

Lucas Morse (12) – Murrieta Valley Cooper Morse (12) – Murrieta Valley Zach Nicoletti (12) – Vista Murrieta Julian Montes (11) – Vista Murrieta Brandon Underwood (11) – Vista Murrieta Aiden Scripps (12) – Murrieta Mesa Magdiel Israel (12) – Murrieta Mesa Cameron Voshell (12) – Great Oak Josh Ulate (10) – Chaparral SECOND TEAM Rio Del Valle (12) – Murrieta Valley Connor McClean (11) – Vista

Murrieta Valley’s Austin Miller was named 2022 MVP of the Southwestern League for boys’ volleyball.

Murrieta Ryan Ly (9) – Vista Murrieta Devin Scripps (10) – Murrieta Mesa Logan Harris (11) – Murrieta Mesa Rico Corelly (9) – Murrieta Mesa Hunter Snyder (11) – Great Oak Davis Underwood (11) – Great Oak Michael Masterson (12) – Great Oak Bryce Teachout (11) – Chaparral Landon Anderson (10) – Chap-

arral Kekai Sugai (10) – Chaparral Donovan Rogers (10) – Temecula Valley Jovahn Patterson (12) – Temecula Valley Brody Fox (12) – Temecula Valley Jaren McCullough (12) – Temecula Valley Local sports tips, as well as photos/scores/stats/highlights, can be submitted to the Valley News Sports Department by emailing sports@reedermedia.com.

Menifee’s Alexis Velotta voted to All-CACC softball First Team JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

Former Paloma Valley softball player, Alexis Velotta, who currently plays at Felician University, was recently named to the 2022 AllCentral Atlantic Collegiate Conference Softball First Team.

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RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Felician University sophomore Alexis Velotta, a former softball player from Paloma Valley, was recently named to the 2022 All-Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference Softball First Team. The conference’s award winners were voted on by its 14 head coaches and released early last month.

The 5-foot-3 Velotta is an AllCACC honoree for the first time.

She was recognized at the utility/ non-pitcher position after starting 22 games in left field and 14 at second base and gives Felician a First Team selection for the second consecutive year after Nicole

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Additionally, the winner will receive a replica of the Semple Trophy and five-year exemptions into the Chevron Championship (formerly ANA Inspiration), AIG Women’s Open, KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and Amundi Evian Championship.

Of note, the USGA has committed to raise the women’s purse to $11 million and then $12 million by 2026. However, it still lags behind the men’s U.S. Open, which featured a $12.5 million purse in

Spiegelberg was honored in 2021.

Velotta batted .313 with a .389 on-base percentage this season, batting mostly out of the leadoff spot for the Golden Falcons. In 36 games she produced five doubles, four home runs, 23 runs scored and 22 runs batted in. She walked 10 times and was hit by six pitches.

“I enjoy playing multiple positions and am willing to play anywhere on the field in order to help my team,” Velotta said. “This is a very rewarding honor as it reflects my hard work, but it would not have been possible without my coaches and teammates.”

The Golden Falcons completed their 26th season in program history with won-lost records of 15-24 overall and 10-14 in confer-

ence play, tying for 10th place in the CACC. Velotta is Felician’s 28th All-CACC selection, including the second under third-year head coach Herb Melendez.

Felician has seen 12 studentathletes earn all-conference honors this academic year.

The complete 2022 All-CACC Softball Teams and special award winners can be viewed at https://caccathletics.org/sports/ sball/2021-22/releases/53POY. Velotta and her fellow honorees were recognized at the CACC Awards Banquet at Georgian Court University in Lakewood, N.J. JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia. com.

2021 at Torrey Pines, with Jon Rahm earning $2.25 million for his win.

While a full purse breakdown is not yet available, it is safe to say that this will be a game-changing week for many financially. Even for those who do not play the weekend, this year’s professionals who miss the cut will receive $8,000, which is double what was given last year at The Olympic Club in San Francisco.

To put things in perspective, there are 19 players on the Epson Tour who qualified for Pine Needles. The 50th-ranked player on that tour has earned less than $10,000 all season. To know going into the event that no matter what happens, money will not be lost,

is important.

The 77th U.S. Women’s Open starts with three practice rounds beginning Monday, May 30, through Wednesday, June 1. Eighteen holes of stroke play are scheduled for each day beginning Thursday, June 2, through Sunday, June 5.

The starting field of 156 golfers will be cut after 36 holes (Friday, June 3) to the low 60 scorers and ties. In the event of a tie after 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will take place following the completion of the fourth round. If the playoff results in a tie, play will immediately continue hole by hole until a champion is determined.

JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia. com.

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Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series kicks off landmark 50th anniversary season JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series, embarked on its landmark 50th anniversary season this past weekend. With a 12-round summer campaign, the championship series will visit 10 different states, bookended by the Memorial Day and Labor Day holiday weekends. The season-opening round of the milestone 2022 campaign took place in the motocross epicenter of Southern California, San Diego County’s Fox Raceway at Pala and the Honda Fox Raceway I National on Saturday, May 28.

“After two years of challenges to successfully implement a championship calendar in the midst of a global pandemic, we are incredibly eager for the season that lies ahead this summer,” Davey Coombs, President of MX Sports Pro Racing, said. “We will have an opportunity to properly celebrate the 50th anniversary of this storied championship and pay homage to

the individuals and venues who helped elevate American motocross to the forefront of the sport on a global scale.”

Saturday, May 28, many of the best motocross riders from around the world converged on the Fox Raceway in Pala California, where Southwest Riverside County was well represented. Temecula rider Christian Craig, Murrieta rider Noah Viney, Menifee rider Jo Shimoda, Perris rider Joshua Varize and Hemet rider Nicolas Gonzales all wanted in on the action.

Christian Craig, looking to follow up his success from the AMA Supercross, finished third in each of the two moto events, finishing third overall in the 450 class. The 3-3 performance for Craig was also the first time in Craig’s now 13-year career that the California native landed on the overall podium.

Noah Viney, riding in the 250 class, was a surprise entry into the event. Viney has quickly become a hot prospect within the last year, sparking speculation that he is planning to go pro soon. Follow-

Norman breaks record in rainy 400m clash at Prefontaine Classic

ing the qualifying round, Viney finished 35 out 40 in moto 1 and 39th in moto 2, for a 36th overall finish.

Joshua Varize finished 14th overall in the 250 class with a 13th

place finish in moto1 and a 16th place finish in moto 2. Nicolas Gonzales failed to make it into the top 40 in the 450 class. The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series returns to the Fox Raceway

September 3, for the Fox Raceway National 2. Action Captures Media Group contributed to this article.

JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia. com.

Temecula rider Christian Craig (28) competes in the 450cc class during the Fox Raceway National 1 at Pala, finishing third overall.

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Menifee rider Jo Shimoda (30) and Derek Kelley (74) of Riverside compete in the 250cc class during the Fox Raceway National 1 at Pala.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group Pictured here at the Mt. Sac relays, Murrieta’s Michael Norman had a record-breaking 400m win in Eugene, Oregon this past weekend.

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JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

EUGENE, OR – Murrieta’s Michael Norman had one of his best standout performances of the year this past weekend at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon Saturday, May 28. The 24-yearold, former Vista Murrieta standout, set a Diamond League 400m record of 43.60 to beat Grenada’s Kirani James (44.02) and Matthew Hudson-Smith, who broke the British record with 44.35.

On a cool, blustery afternoon at Hayward Field, with many outbreaks of heavy rain, Norman was one of many athletes who defied the conditions to make it another memorable race. His time shattered a 22-year-old meet record set by Michael Johnson with his 400m triumph. This was Norman’s fastest performance in more than a year and was the best in the world in 2022. The victory came over Grenada’s 2012 Olympic cham-

pion Kirani James (44.02) and Britain’s Matthew Hudson-Smith (44.35).

“I had zero expectation of what I could run today,” said Norman, who revealed to the media that he and coach Quincy Watts had gone “back to the basics” during their winter training. “Hard work and consistency with diet and training,” he said. “My motto this year has been that if it’s comfortable, it’s too easy – on the weight room or the track. Based on how I felt, there are a few areas I can improve on.”

Looking to next month’s US Championships and the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 on the same track in July, Norman said: “I’m going to train like I want to do something special, and when the time comes, the time comes.”

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Joshua Varize (38) of Perris competes in the 250cc class during the Fox Raceway National 1 at Pala.

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Mt. San Jacinto College celebrates GED diploma earners SAN JACINTO – Mt. San Jacinto College celebrated 36 Adult Education students for earning their GED diplomas at the college this year.

The General Educational Development tests are a battery of five exams designed by the American Council on Education to measure high school equivalency. Many Adult Education students who earned their GED diploma plan to transition into career certificate or associate degree programs at the college.

Gerardo Sanchez, a Hemet resident who served as one of the three student speakers at the ceremony on the Menifee Valley Campus, dropped out of high school 25 years ago and was motivated to earn his GED diploma this year.

“I realized that if I focused my time and effort on learning, I could achieve my education goals to better my life and pursue a career to improve my destiny,” Sanchez told the crowd. “My most substantial accomplishment thus far has been to receive my high school equiva-

lence certificate.”

“We are proud to be part of your journey,” Jasmine Port, interim director of Adult Education, told the GED diploma earners. “You have shown that you have the courage, the ability and the desire to open doors for yourself and you owe it to yourself to keep moving forward.”

Rose Spottedeagle of Temecula dropped out of high school at 18 because she had to start providing for herself by working a full-time job. Her friends and family supported her in earning her GED diploma. She said she will continue her education and hopes to become a registered nurse.

Hannah Miller of Menifee is originally from South Korea. She said she wanted to join a GED program, but because her husband was in the Air Force, they moved too frequently. She was never able to complete a program until now.

She is now working as a certified nursing assistant but wants to continue her education and become a licensed vocational nurse.

Mt. San Jacinto College celebrates 36 Adult Education students for earning their GED diplomas at the college this year.

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MSJC offers free high school equivalency courses that prepare students to take the GED exams.

For more information, visit http:// www.msjc.edu/AdultEd.

Mt. San Jacinto College serves nearly 24,000 students annually in a district covering 1,700 square miles from the San Gorgonio Pass to Temecula, with campuses in San

Jacinto, Menifee, Banning and Temecula.

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Mt. San Jacinto College student earns Belmont University announces spring 2022 dean’s list 2022 Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship

Mt. San Jacinto College business major Enrique Baranda has been awarded a 2022 Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Valley News/Mt. San Jacinto College photo

SAN JACINTO – Mt. San Jacinto College business major Enrique Baranda has been awarded a 2022 Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarships from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

The Hemet resident has served as the regional southeast district vice president for the Nevada/ California Region of Phi Theta Kappa. Baranda, a first-generation

college student, has also received the PTK Distinguished Chapter Officer Award.

Baranda is one of only 100 highachieving community college students nationwide to receive the highly competitive Cooke Foundation scholarship, which provides students with up to $55,000 a year to complete their bachelor’s degrees. He is still finalizing his

transfer plans.

Roger Schultz, Ph.D., superintendent and president of MSJC, commended Baranda on his successes while at MSJC. “We are so proud of Enrique.

This is yet another tremendous accomplishment during his time at MSJC,” Schultz said. “Achievements like this are a testament to the great, supportive faculty and staff we have who are truly dedicated to helping our students succeed.”

Better assisting the MSJC chapter of PTK, Baranda launched a workshop to educate his peers on how to properly submit themselves for PTK Scholarships, PTK EDGE and PTK Connect with the support of the chapter officers and advisors.

In 2021, he was named a Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar.

More than 1,200 students from 332 community colleges applied for the Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. The funds from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation aim to increase the number of community college students completing their education at top four-year institutions.

Submitted by Mt. San Jacinto College.

SNHU announces winter 2022 dean’s list MANCHESTER, N.H. – Southern New Hampshire University congratulated the following students on being named to the winter 2022 dean’s list.

From Murrieta, Stephanie Penticoff, Diana Caballero, Emily James, William Hunter, Matthew Lopez, Raquel Henry, Justin Hilton, Serena Cruz, Carrie Marlow, Fiona Barnhart, John Betando, Antonio Martins and Miley Foster were named to the dean’s list.

Canyon Lake residents Christopher Vecchione, Hope Skajem and Trey Gilles were honored on the dean’s list, along with Winchester

residents Asdis Guimond, Jacob Gibson and Cameron Runyan.

From Temecula, Darah Clark, Lynn Thongkham, Kimberly Pabon, Emilee Frost, Quest McClure, Samara Arriaga, Andrew McCann, Julianna Trejo, Ashli Meroney, Andy Perez, Zyon Dolias, Shannan Ward and Zachary Huffstutler were named to the dean’s list.

Menifee residents Tatiana Harris, Stacy Stout, Suzette Stoos, Robin Reyes and Kayla Castonguay were honored on the dean’s list, along with Lake Elsinore residents Benjamin Krake, Micaela Brittos and Iezel Serrano and

Wildomar residents Mercedes Van Norman and Keala Burke.

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.500 to 3.699 are named to the dean’s list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits over two consecutive terms.

For more information, visit http://www.snhu.edu.

Submitted by Southern New Hampshire University.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Madeline Wichterman of Temecula and Chloe Tyler of Murrieta were named to the dean’s list at Belmont University for the spring 2022 semester.

Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours, exclusive of audit and pass/fail

courses this semester, and a quality GPA of 3.5 with no grade below a C, inclusive of audit, pass/fail courses and zero-credit courses.

For more information, visit http://www.belmont.edu.

Submitted by Belmont University.

Dixie State University honors graduates at 111th Commencement Ceremony ST. GEORGE, Utah – Dixie State University recently celebrated the achievements of the institution’s largest-ever graduating class of 2,684 degree candidates at the university’s 111th Commencement Ceremony.

During the ceremony, held Friday, May 6, in Greater Zion Stadium on the DSU campus, the university honored the class of 2022, with 60% receiving bachelor’s degrees, 38% associate degrees and 2% master’s degrees. Candidates ranged from 16 to 79 years of age and included students from 49 states and 15 countries.

Of the graduates, 63% are female and 37% are male.

Local students among the Dixie State University graduating class included Murrieta residents James Pulley, Heather Blaser, Malaki Malaki, Cole Shaffer, Bryn Jones, Kaitlyn Cunningham and Jada Edwards; Wildomar residents are Lauren Berger, Brandon Payne, Avery Hoskins and Brenna Southwick; Lake Elsinore residents Hayley Alvarado, Emily Alvarado, Giancarlo Gauto, Ndidi Ogbuli, Tyler Strabel, Hayden Rowe and Caylie Taylor; Hannah Hickman from Aguanga; Winchester residents include Rafe Kitchell and Cole Kitchell; McCoy Brough from Menifee and Temecula residents Jazmin Uhler, Jack Sunderland, Jaydra Johns and Trinity Wright.

“What a tremendous honor it is to celebrate the achievements of our graduating Trailblazers,” Dixie State University President Richard B. Williams said. “Thanks to the experience they have gained through our handson educational opportunities, the

class of 2022 is graduating careerready and will continue to blaze their own trails and make a difference in the world for years to come.”

The featured speaker at the event was Carly Fiorina, founder and chair of Carly Fiorina Enterprises and former CEO of Hewlett Packard.

From heading several philanthropic organizations, tackling global poverty and promoting female empowerment to leading Hewlett Packard to become the 11th largest company in the U.S. in the midst of the worst technology recession in 25 years and running for president in 2016, Fiorina is recognized as a passionate advocate for problem-solving, innovation and effective leadership.

Dixie State University is a premier open-enrollment teaching institution that offers more than 200 academic programs at one of the lowest tuition costs in the Western United States.

With a commitment to its “active learning. active life.” approach to education, Dixie State provides personalized and engaged learning experiences that prepare students for rewarding careers and enriched lives.

Outside of the classroom, students have the opportunity to enjoy the unparalleled opportunities for an active life that accompany DSU’s location in picturesque Southern Utah.

To learn more about Dixie State University’s 111th Commencement Ceremony, visit http://dixie.edu/ commencement. For more information about Dixie State University, visit http://dixie.edu.

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HOME & GARDEN

Easy home improvement projects to make a house feel like new Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR

With median home prices in the Temecula Valley hovering around the $750,000 mark, more and more homebuyers throughout the Valley News coverage area are struggling to purchase a home.

So what does one do when they find themselves in a situation where they can’t afford to upgrade to a new home or even afford to buy a house at all? According to the experts at Zillow, a refresh can be just the thing to help someone fall in love with their current home

all over again.

There are so many ways homeowners can tweak their homes and boost their moods.

Many of those still working from home can feel overwhelmed by conflicting responsibilities, dirty dishes in the sink and a pile of dirty clothes in the laundry room can be distractions that are sometimes difficult to ignore, Zillow said. To help stay on task, try designating a specific area for specific activities.

“It’s important to ‘compartmentalize’ your living space,” Harry Heissmann, an interior designer

Shelving and colorful storage bins not only help to clear the clutter, but also help to brighten a person’s Valley News/Metro Creative photos mood.

Cleaning windows, which hold a lot of dirt, dust and grime that build up over time, will not only make the exterior of the home sparkle but also allow more natural light into the home, significantly improving a person’s mood.

Not only do plants bring light and color to a space, they also add oxygen to the home. As an added bonus, many find the process of caring for houseplants soothing, helping to improve overall mental health.

based in Brooklyn, told Zillow.

Heissmann said that he has assigned specific areas for fitness, work and leisure.

“We dug out a yoga mat from under the bed and dedicated an area to working out. The desk in the living room was cleaned and organized and serves as a ‘command station’ for going online and making phone calls,” he said.

“The bedroom doubles as another workspace and is perfect for napping or watching movies in bed.”

Other tips included making a space more inviting include cleaning the outside of the home using a pressure washer and cleaning windows to let that sunshine in and brighten up the entire outdoor area of the home.

One of the easiest home improvement projects a homeowner can take on is to clean the outside of the home. The best way to do that is to either invest in or rent a pressure washer from a local home improvement store.

Pressure or power washing is a quick way to improve the exterior of the home. Dirt, grime and pollen build up over time and can dull the look of the paint. Investing in a pressure washer gives the homeowner a chance to wipe the dirt away from the siding, roof and

driveway. A good power wash will make a home immediately feel cleaner and more inviting, while cleaning windows, which hold a lot of dirt, dust and grime that build up over time, will not only make the exterior of the home sparkle but also allow more natural light into the home, significantly improving a person’s mood. New plants and flowers, along with other landscaping updates will also make a home appear more inviting.

When it comes to a home’s interior, steam cleaning grout, carpets and other floor surfaces can also improve the look of a home. Taking the time to thoroughly clean carpets which constantly collect dirt and pet hair will make all the difference in how clean and inviting a home feels.

Another easy change people can make to help their home feel more relaxing is to clear the clutter. We all have that one table or area in the home that seems to be the spot to leave shoes and purses, drop that mail, keys and other small things that can easily begin to pile up and become an eyesore. Adding shelving with some pretty baskets and storage cubes, not only creates storage space, but also gives everyone a spot for all those errant things that would otherwise

create a mess that can cause stress to those forced to look at piles of stuff daily. Consider adding shelving to the garage, closets or guest rooms. A nice storage bench by the entryway can also alleviate some of the clutter by giving those in the home a place to store their shoes and purses.

According to the home experts at Zillow, painting the walls is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to immediately invigorate any home. For a classic look that will hold up against almost any decor, opt for cool neutrals; if you prefer something more dramatic, consider adding a pop of color to a feature wall. For those not ready to take on a painting project, some experts suggest using accessories like throw pillows, an area rug, curtains or artwork for a pop of color.

Don’t forget to add some indoor plants to the space. Not only do plants bring light and color, they also add oxygen to the home and as an added bonus, many find the process of caring for houseplants soothing, helping to improve overall mental health.

Kim Harris can be reached by email at valleyeditor@reedermedia.com.

Supervisors OK higher rates for residents’ use of landfills City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved increasing fees by almost 9% across-theboard for dumping rights at Riverside County landfills, as well as hiking a range of charges for trash disposal connected to individual items, including tires and televisions during its Tuesday, May 24, meeting.

Hans Kernkamp, director of the county Department of Waste Resources, sought the fee adjustments as part of the agency’s annual cost modification plan in response to new state regulations, capital improvements, staff expenses and inflation.

The latter has been at the forefront of several board hearings, and will likely factor into the upcoming 2022-2023 budget hearings for more than three dozen county agencies.

Supervisor Kevin Jeffries believed that the department’s request for fee changes could have waited until the mid-June hearings,

saying it was a “disservice to skip ahead on every other department that has to go through the budget process” just to accommodate Kernkamp’s department.

“The process is being circumvented,” the supervisor said.

“You’re bypassing that process, which this board should be exercising, so we can account for what your needs are. Everybody else gets in line except for you.”

The other board members didn’t see the point in deferring for three or four weeks what they intended to authorize anyway, though Supervisor Karen Spiegel initially concurred with Jeffries before ultimately joining the majority in a 4-1 vote.

To match the cost-of-living spike recorded by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the Inland Empire from January 2021 to January 2022, the board approved an 8.6% increase in all base fees charged by the Department of Waste Resources. For example, the residential self-haul card for access to the Oasis landfill will go from the current monthly rate of

$16.29 to $17.69.

Along with Oasis, the county operates four other public landfills – Badlands, Blythe, Desert Center and Lamb Canyon.

The new direct-haul, non-contracted rate for dumping at all of them will be $46.35 per ton of refuse, compared to $42.68 per ton currently. That compares to an average $64.75 at public landfills in Orange, San Bernardino and San Diego counties, according to Kernkamp.

Riverside County’s new rates will take effect Friday, July 1.

Kernkamp said that even though rates are rising, the department tried to offset the higher expenses by doing away with the tiered system for dumping by individuals in preference to a flat-rate system.

Under the revised process, sedans, vans, SUVs and pickups – even hauling an 8-foot by 4-foot flatbed trailer – will all be charged the same entry fee of $14. So-called “hard-to-handle” and “mixed waste” loads will net higher charges. Although current entry fees are lower for some ve-

Poisonous plants to avoid around the house TEMECULA – Homeowners must consider various factors when choosing plants to display in and around their homes. That’s because, despite their beauty, various plants are toxic to humans and animals.

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Rhododendrons produce flower clusters that bloom in the spring.

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hicles, one direct benefit of going to a flat-rate structure is the ability for landfill staff to forgo outgoing weight checks on vehicles, which has been creating long queues in some locations, according to officials.

“The non-weigh-back is really good,” board Chairman Jeff Hewitt said.

The fees for tire disposal will be doubling, from $2 to $4, which Jeffries found troubling.

“I fear the worst with the tire fees because more tires will not be making it to landfills,” the supervisor said. “During a community cleanup in Mead Valley, 900 tires turned up (on roadsides and elsewhere).”

Kernkamp replied that some illegal dumping is inevitable, and pointed out that even with the increase, it’s still at the low end because “we’re not charging the fully burdened rate for what it takes to handle those tires.”

As with tires, the fees for dumping flat-screen and projectionscreen televisions will be jumping, from 23 to 25 cents per pound

currently to a uniform rate of 29 cents per pound July 1.

Apart from inflation, the county is also contending with state mandates that are driving costs up. On Jan. 1, Senate Bill 1383 took effect, requiring that organic waste – mostly discarded food – be reduced or diverted to conserve space and reduce methane pollution.

The state target is a 75% reduction from 2014 levels of organic waste in landfills by 2025.

The latest fee hikes follow similar inflation-motivated increases for waste disposal approved by the board – with Jeffries casting the sole dissenting vote – Tuesday, May 10. The board authorized across-the-board hikes of about 8% sought by the four waste haulers under contract with the county – Burrtec Waste, CR&R Inc., Desert Valley Disposal and Waste Management Inc. The fees, which also take effect July 1, are for services in the county’s unincorporated communities, not the cities.

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Beneath a full moon at The Joshua Tree Music Festival Ava Sarnowski SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The excitement was in full force on the second-to-last day of the Joshua Tree Music Festival, Saturday, May 14. The scorching temperatures of the high desert could be felt while walking toward the festival entrance, complemented by a gentle breeze.

Attendees signed in and were given wristbands with the inscribed with“Dance To Be Free” and “Let The Light In.” The two sayings affirmed the inherent beliefs of the festival planners.

The event atmosphere was calm and welcoming, and people could establish their own space on the festival grounds with lawn chairs or yoga mats brought from home.

Many festival-goers were seen lounging in the sun, indulging in their passion for music. A designated play place for children provided space where they could kick around oversized beach balls.

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ken up into different areas, housing various stages for the guest musicians. In the afternoon, Los Angeles-based band Gorangutang performed on the Boogaloo stage.

Attendees flocked in to listen and

were swept up by their funky tunes. The 79rs Gang, a musician group that focuses on creating and releasing traditional Mardi Gras Indian music, performed shortly after. Gracing the Indian Cove

Stage, the group involved the audience before them with their headbobbing tunes. Each performance meant to establish an authentic relationship with those watching.

Shacks, lounge areas, small shops and merchandise booths could be found lined up around the grounds, selling hats, sunglasses, cactus mart, clothing, jewelry and much more. Artists showcased their murals on the barricades, and many paintings were created over the course of the day.

Poetic writings pertaining to both love and peace decorated the area, while the aroma of sushi burritos, teriyaki bowls and mac ‘n’ cheese drifted through the air.

Entertainment could be found at every corner, even when the musicians weren’t performing. Aerialists danced against the settling sun and snatched the attention of countless attendees. One festivalgoer juggled, another two offered free shrugs.

Come nightfall, Chicago-based musician Neal Francis and his band members took to the Indian Cove Stage. The audience was engrossed by their performance and grooved enthusiastically to various songs from his studio albums, “Changes” and “In Plain Sight.”

The on-stage chemistry between Francis and his band members, combined with their electrifying energy, resulted in a spectacle of an experience.

Following Francis were performances from The California Honeydrops and DJ Dan. The California Honeydrops specialize in bringing a soulful and uplifting sound to their listeners, while DJ Dan creates contemporary beats reflective of 70s disco and 80s/90s house music.

The festival will return in October, and booking tickets in advance is highly encouraged. For more information, visit https://joshuatreemusicfestival.com/.

Cal State raises issue with Cal Grant expansion Mikhail Zinshteyn CALMATTERS

The campaign to expand free tuition to more low-income California students has been riding a wave of unanimous goodwill, despite its large costs. But the state’s and nation’s, largest public university system has made public its concern that key trade-offs required for that expansion will be a financial burden for some middle-class students.

Backers of the effort said those concerns are misplaced. How and whether lawmakers choose to respond will affect the fate of tens of thousands of prospective college students in California for years to come.

Officials from the California State University Chancellor’s Office warned the Board of Trustees Tuesday, May 24, that while it projects a net increase of nearly 29,000 students overall who’ll receive the free-tuition grant, it would also see a decrease of roughly 39,000 future middle-class students – even as some 68,000 low-income students would be newly eligible for the grant. To be clear, if the Cal Grant expansion occurs as proposed, middle-class students currently receiving the award will continue to do so.

The information wasn’t necessarily new. Supporters of expanding the Cal Grant, the state’s chief financial aid tool that waives tuition or gives cash aid to roughly 500,000 Californians, have been transparent that some students would lose eligibility even as more would gain.

But, while it has no formal position on expanding Cal Grant, Cal State’s packaging of the information was an inversion of the dominant narrative so far that Cal Grant expansion is a net win for students.

At issue is Assembly Bill 1746, a bill championed by key lawmakers and a constellation of student advocacy groups. The bill passed the Assembly Thursday, May 26, unanimously and is endorsed by

the California community college system, whose students would be the major beneficiaries of the bill. If passed and funded, another 150,000 students would get the Cal Grant, a ​result of the bill doing away with age and time-out-of-high school restrictions for university students and grade requirements for community college students.

But that 150,000 figure is a net gain. Because the bill would lower the income eligibility ceiling, tens of thousands of middle-class students would suddenly be left without the Cal Grant – including the 39,000 Cal State undergraduates.

For a family of four, the income ceiling would drop from around $116,000 a year to $73,000, university officials said.

Prominent drivers of the Cal Grant expansion effort argue university systems will have more than enough money from their own financial aid dollars to cover any funding gaps for middle-class students. That’s because by adding more students to the state financial aid program, it frees internal financial aid money for a system like Cal State to cover students who would have previously been eligible for Cal Grants.

Sensitivities are high.

Some backers of the Cal Grant expansion viewed this week’s presentation to the Board of Trustees – the governance body of the Cal State system – as unbalanced. The presentation focused too much on who’d lose out under Cal Grant without acknowledging the benefit to lower-income students currently ineligible for the Cal Grant, Audrey Dow, senior vice president of Campaign for College Opportunity, an advocacy nonprofit in California, said.

Cal Grant expansion within the bill requires more than $300 million annually in state support.

It’s a large sum that needs to be negotiated as part of the state budget by Wednesday, June 15, between lawmakers and Gov.

Gavin Newsom. Adding to the intrigue, Newsom vetoed a similar expansion of the Cal Grant last year despite unanimous support from the Legislature.

Will Cal State’s concerns with the bill have a negative impact on those budget negotiations?

“No,” Assemblymember Jose Medina, a Democrat from Riverside and co-author of the bill, said in a written statement. “Our hope is that the public higher education system segments will recognize the immense benefit that debt-free college will provide their students and their institutions.”

Architects of the bill said another financial aid expansion – Middle Class Scholarship 2.0 – will eventually cover that eligibility gap. But it wouldn’t be true until the state commits enough money to fully fund that program, which won’t happen this year. The state this year plans to put a $632 million down payment of the scholarship. Fully funding it and thereby covering the eligibility gap left by the proposed changes to the Cal Grant would cost the state an additional $2 billion annually.

“The CSU believes that any modernization of the Cal Grant program should do no harm,” Eric Bakke, interim assistant vice chancellor for advocacy and state relations at Cal State, said during the Trustees meeting Tuesday.

Another author of the Cal Grant expansion bill, Assemblymember Kevin McCarty, a Democrat from Sacramento, said in a statement that “Cal Grant reform and expanding the Middle Class Scholarship is the correct pathway to debt-free college in California.”

He added that lawmakers will “make both work in tandem, and the very few students who’ll end up not being eligible for the Cal Grant will be supplemented through the Middle Class Scholarship.”

Backers of the Cal Grant expansion said the Cal State system isn’t telling the whole story. The Cal

State also operates a $700 million financial aid grant, called the State University Grant, that Cal Grant expansion advocates said could be used to cover the expenses for the middle-class students left out of the bill.

“I don’t think that it was a full representation of what the bill can do,” said Isaac Alferos, the outgoing head of the Cal State Student Association, which represents university students and is a key supporter of the Cal Grant expansion bill.

Under the Cal Grant expansion plan, Cal State students would receive $83 million more annually than they collectively do now at full implementation, according to data provided by the California Student Aid Commission. That’s even after accounting for the fact that the plan would get rid of a roughly $1,650 non-tuition award to cover portions of living expenses that goes to almost 114,000 Cal Grant recipients at Cal State Friday, May 27.

CalMatters asked the Cal State Chancellor’s Office for a breakdown of how the university’s $700 million grant would fare if the Cal Grant expansion passes, but the system didn’t provide one. Instead it offered a statement from Noelia Gonzalez, the system’s interim director of financial aid.

Cal State “does not oppose Assembly Bill 1746,” she said, and that “we will certainly revisit our policies” if Cal Grant expansion has an impact on the university grant.

At least one Cal State Trustee homed in on the missing state university grant data.

“I would have loved to see more numbers from the presentation that proposes a State University Grant plan along with the Cal Grant plan if passed,” outgoing student Trustee Krystal Raynes said in an interview.

If there is more pressure on the university grant, the Cal State system could ask the state for more funding, she said.

Inland Empire Community Foundation announces $589,500 in Community Impact Fund grants RIVERSIDE – Inland Empire Community Foundation announced that 40 nonprofits received $589,500 in grants through its Community Impact Fund, designed to support and expand the capacity and effectiveness of organizations working to advance racial, gender and economic equity for residents in the Inland Empire.

In keeping with the foundation’s focus on grantmaking through an equity lens, grants from the Community Impact Fund will be used to strengthen work that prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion. Unrestricted grants between $5,000 and $20,000 were given for general operating costs and to support efforts that enable an organization to carry out its mission effectively.

To be eligible for a grant, each organization had to demonstrate a commitment to practicing and institutionalizing diversity, equity and inclusion in governance, staffing, organization practices and collaborative relationships.

The 2021/2022 Community Impact Fund grantees include A Coming Of Age Foster Family Agency, Academy for Grassroots Organizations, Assistance League of San Bernardino, Bear Valley Community Healthcare District,

Foundation, Bezerk Productions, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire, Boys & Girls Club Of The Hi-Desert, Boys & Girls Club of the San Gorgonio Pass, Breast Cancer Solutions, Brightest Star Inc., Camp of Champions A & M Inc., Caravanserai Project, Cathedral City Senior Center, Child Advocates Of San Bernardino County, Consortium for Early Learning Services, Cove Communities Senior Association, Desert Rose Trauma Recovery, Empower You Edutainment, Faith in Action of San Gorgonio Pass, Feed My Flock Ministries, First Christian Church of Ontario, First Tee-Coachella Valley, Fox Riverside Theater Foundation, Friends of the Desert Mountains, Garner Holt Foundation, Giving 365 Inc., Gracious Heart Resource Family Agency, Inland Empire Community Collaborative Inc., Inland Equity Community Land Trust, Janet Goeske Foundation, Making Hope Happen Foundation, Mountain Counseling & Training Inc., Operation New Hope, Ophelia’s Jump Productions, People’s Collective for Environmental Justice, Positive Young People Inc., The Arts Area, The Empowerment Center, The Hole in the Wall Inc. and Voices for Children.

“So many of our students are first generation college graduates and the majority are BIPOC or Black, Indigenous and people of color, but I saw a disparity in where the money was going,” John Machado, art history professor at Chaffey College and founder of The Arts Area, a CIF grantee, said. “What I was seeing was that a lot of these students were giving up on their dream.”

The CIF grant will support arts programs that encourage diverse, equitable and inclusive arts opportunities. This includes Curious Publishing’s BIPOC fund which will cover the costs of printing books for five artists.

Celia Cudiamat, senior vice president of grants and community impact, said, “Practicing equity and inclusion requires commitment, diligence, intentionality, and patience over a sustained period of time.

This is a joint, on-going journey for IECF as well and we look forward to learning from our grantees over the coming year.”

IECF accepts competitive grant proposals from nonprofit organizations who work to make a difference in the lives of Riverside and San Bernardino County residents throughout the year. Nonprofits interested in applying in 2023 can

check the IECF website for guidelines and giving periods.

The 2023 grant schedule and instructions on how to apply will be available in February 2023.

The CIF is funded by generous donations to IECF in support of unrestricted giving. The CIF allows IECF to respond to emerging needs and build the capacity of nonprofits in the Inland Empire.

Individuals who wish to invest in the Community Impact Fund, or to a community cause or issue that is particularly meaningful to them, can contact IECF to see how their donation might make the biggest impact. For assistance, contact Brie Griset Smith, senior vice president of Charitable Giving at 951-2417777, ext. 111.

Founded in 1941, the Inland Empire Community Foundation is the oldest and largest community foundation in inland Southern California. We partner with individuals, families and corporations to build a culture of philanthropy. Since inception, we have given out over $127 million in grants and scholarships. For more information visit the IECF’s website at http://www. iegives.org. Be a part of our conversation on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Disturbing text from wife spurred Texas Border Agent to enter Uvalde school Jack Phillips THE EPOCH TIMES

U.S. Border Patrol agent Jacob Albarado on Tuesday described what happened when he rushed inside Robb Elementary School in Uvalde during last week’s mass shooting.

Albarado, who was not on duty at the time, said he received a text from his wife, who is a fourthgrade teacher at Robb Elementary.

It read, “There’s an active shooter.

Help. I love you.”

When he was asked during an interview on the “Today” show about the scene outside the school, he said, “Chaos. Chaos. Everyone was trying to get to the school, people were trying to get everything situated, I was just trying to get toward my wife’s room and my daughter’s room.”

Local law enforcement officials

and others allowed him to enter the building. In a previous interview, Albarado said that he was armed with a shotgun that belonged to his barber.

“The police were breaking out the windows from the outside and the kids were jumping out through the window,” Albarado said Tuesday. “As I was coming in I could just see kids coming out the windows and kids coming my way, so I was just helping all the kids out.”

Police in Uvalde have received criticism for not responding quickly enough to the shooting as top Texas officials said that it took more than an hour for law enforcement to enter the two adjoining classrooms where the shooter, 18-year-old Salvador Ramos, was located. Some parents also said that police tried to stop them from entering Robb Elementary.

Albarado, however, disagreed with those assertions. “To me, I believe everyone there was doing the best that they could given the circumstances,” he said.

Steven McCraw, the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, said at the Friday news conference that after following the gunman into the building, officers waited over an hour to breach the classroom. Nineteen children and two teachers were killed in the shooting.

But residents this week have begun to criticize Pete Arredondo, the police commander at the scene, over the response.

Juan Torres, a U.S. Army veteran who was visibly upset with reports coming out about the response, said he knew Arredondo from high school. “You sign up to respond to those kinds of situations,” Torres told The Associated

A makeshift memorial at Robb Elementary School is filled with flowers, toys, signs, and crosses bearing the names of all 21 victims of the mass shooting that occurred on May 24, in Uvalde, Texas, on May 27, (Charlotte Cuthbertson/The Epoch Times) 2022.

Press. “If you are scared, then don’t be a police officer. Go flip burgers.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Jury finds former Clinton campaign lawyer not guilty of lying to FBI John Haughey and Zachary Stieber THE EPOCH TIMES

A jury on May 31 found former Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann not guilty of lying to the FBI. Sussmann was charged with one count of lying to the government because he told a bureau official ahead of the 2016 presidential election that he was not bringing derogatory information about then-presidential candidate Donald Trump and Russia on behalf of a client.

“I have something time-sensitive (and sensitive) I need to discuss,” Sussmann wrote to FBI lawyer James Baker before the meeting. “I’m coming on my own – not on behalf of a client or company – want to help the Bureau.”

Both Sussmann and his firm later acknowledged he was bringing the information on behalf of a client, though they claimed it was not on behalf of Trump’s 2016 presidential rival, Hillary Clinton.

Sussmann also represented

Michael Sussmann arrives at federal court in Washington on May 18, 2022. (Teng Chen for The Epoch Times)

Neustar executive Rodney Joffe, whose company was contracted to monitor DNS traffic for the

Executive Office.

Prosecutors say Sussmann worked with Rodney Joffe, who

has said he was promised a position in a potential Clinton administration, and the Clinton

campaign to promote the information to the FBI in an attempt to sway the election.

Jurors began deliberating on Friday and reached a verdict Tuesday, their first day back in court after Memorial Day weekend. The verdict followed a 10-day trial in the E. Barnett Perryman Courthouse in Washington.

The case was the first one brought by special counsel John Durham, who was appointed during the Trump administration to probe the origins of the government’s investigation into the Trump campaign’s alleged links with Russia.

“While we are disappointed in the outcome, we respect the jury’s decision and thank them for their service. I also want to recognize and thank the investigators and the prosecution team for their dedicated efforts in seeking truth and justice in this case,” Durham said in a statement.

Ivan Pentchoukov and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Biden admin worked ‘under the radar’ to give WHO more power: Liberty Counsel’s senior attorney Masooma Haq and Kevin Hogan THE EPOCH TIMES

Jonathan Alexandre, a senior counsel from international litigation nonprofit Liberty Counsel, says changes to the United Nations’ 2005 international health regulations (IHR) have been happening “under the radar” because they know people would object to the unconstitutionality of the changes.

The Biden administration’s proposed amendments to the IHR would further strengthen the WHO’s authority to declare public health emergencies and override U.S. governing bodies.

“They’ve done this undercover because they knew at any point, if you were to tell Americans, you’re ceding the authority to an international body that is unaccountable to the people, if the media, were to echo that message, certainly Americans would have no regard for this,” Alexandre said during a recent interview with NTD News Today. “And we ought not to have PLANTS from page C-5 Lily-of-the-valley is a popular plant that grows close to the ground, blooming bell-shaped, sweet-smelling flowers. If large doses of the toxin in this plant are ingested, it can gradually slow the heart down and potentially prove fatal.

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any regard for this international body (the WHO) that is not accountable to us.”

The Biden administration proposed thirteen amendments to the IHR, that, if passed, would alter international public health rules—including expanding the powers given to the WHO DirectorGeneral to declare a public health emergency, bypassing U.S. governmental bodies.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs Loyce Pace defended the amendments during remarks given virtually to the 150th Session of the Executive Board at the WHO in Geneva, Switzerland about pandemic preparedness in January 2022.

“The United States led an inclusive and transparent process to develop this decision, as we are mindful that updating and modernizing the IHR are critical to ensuring the world is better prepared for and can respond to the next pandemic,” said Pace.

The Epoch Times reached out to HHS for further comment.

However, Alexandre said the 13 amendments submitted by the administration are shameful and dangerous. “The shameful part is that it’s coming from our president, the fact that Joe Biden has proposed these 13 amendments,” said Alexandre.

“The danger in it is that it’s ceding control over to this government entity that is not the United States, and the unconstitutional part is that they don’t abide by any of our Bill of Rights, any of the freedoms that we’ve committed ourselves to,” he said, adding that the WHO is “an unelected body that is determined for whatever cause is necessary to basically put the world on a chokehold, have it follow its dictates, depending on what threat or pandemic it deems at the moment to be necessary in order to lock down the entire world.”

The Biden administration in past statements has denied that the IHR amendments would weaken

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Jonathan Alexandre, senior counsel from Liberty Counsel, speaks in an interview on NTD News Today on May 24, 2022. (Screenshot/NTD News)

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While Biden administration officials say that they support a separate document, which some are calling a Pandemic Treaty, they are also advocating for amendments to the IHR as a faster way of overcoming the “weaknesses in global health security.”

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On the shoulders of our soldiers let’s continue the ‘unfinished work’

Julie Reeder PUBLISHER

On this Memorial Day it’s good to remember that our country was created with the radical ideas that we each had individual rights and then that the government would exist to protect those rights, rather than the people existing to serve an ever increasing and controlling government. Those rights

included to live free, the pursuit of happiness, the ability to protect yourself and even enjoy personal property rights.

I believe we have to keep reminding ourselves of this and teaching it to our children. America is unique that way. Our freedoms are not granted by the government, but by God, and protected by our government. Even if our governor declares emergency powers or our President signs an agreement with the UN or the World Health Organization.

Our country had to fight a Revolutionary War 1775-1783 to separate from the control of a tyrannical king and then from 1861–1865 we fought the Civil War to end slavery. President Lincoln in his Gettysburg Address (below) said our country was “conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.”

Today we have to fight division within our society and those that would divide us for the color of our skin, religion, or our beliefs of medical freedom. We have to continue our fight against unconstitutional tyrannical policies legally through the courts. It’s hard work for citizens who have enjoyed first world comforts for decades, but we can do it. Let’s be encouraged by President Lincoln.

Address Delivered at the Dedication of the Cemetery at Gettysburg Abraham Lincoln Nov. 19, 1863 “Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.

“Now we are engaged in a great Civil War, testing whether that nation, or any nation so conceived and dedicated, can long endure.

We are met on a great battlefield of that war. We have come to dedicate a portion of that field, as a final resting place for those who here gave their lives that that nation might live. It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this.

“But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate – we cannot consecrate – we cannot hallow – this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us – that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last

full measure of devotion – that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain – that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom – and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”

This Memorial Day, let’s again honor the sacrifices and remember the wars fought and those who lost their lives, remember the principles of equal rights and individual liberties for all. We do not need to dismantle what we have built.

In the places where tyranny of injustice rears its ugly head, let us continue the unfinished work and fight it openly. Let us be diligent and courageous. Let us keep watch, be educated, active and involved in order to maintain the freedoms we still have. We owe that to our veterans, their families, children and grandchildren.

God Bless America still.

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My bill, AB 2661, will make Tribal fire department employees eligible for those benefits. The bill is supported by the California Forestry Association and Tribal

governments. AB 2661 passed the Assembly without opposition and is now pending in the Senate, where prospects seem bright.

Another one of my bills, AB 2768, also passed the Assembly without opposition. The bill addresses the critical shortage of psychiatric beds in California by leading to the development of a real-time, internet-based database providing information on available beds/facilities to serve the mentally ill. Under AB 2768, when a patient is brought to the ER, a bed would be located using

the database. We’ll also be able to learn where more beds are needed, so we can get mentally ill persons into treatment and off our streets.

The bill is supported by the County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

There are lots of contentious issues in Sacramento, but that doesn’t keep legislators from both sides of the aisle from coming together to pass bipartisan legislation that benefits everyone.

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May 27 was the “House of Origin Deadline,” the final day for bills to pass out from the legislative house in which they were first introduced. Since this is the end of a two-year session, any bills that failed to pass by the deadline have died.

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Lawmakers should put peoples’ interests above their own When we elect lawmakers to public office, we expect them to put the American people’s interests above their own. But that’s not always what happens.

In early 2020, before most Americans were familiar with COVID-19, members of Congress were briefed by top public health officials about the threat posed by the virus. In the following days, Republican Sens. Kelly Loeffler

and Richard Burr offloaded millions of dollars worth of stock.

Our laws simply don’t do enough to keep our elected representatives from using the private information they receive in the course of their duties for personal profit. Congress must strengthen these laws to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest.

An overwhelming majority of Americans – including nearly 8

out of 10 Republicans – agree that members of Congress should not be allowed to buy or sell stocks while in office.

It’s past time for our leaders to get on board with the majority of the American people and pass legislation to stop congressional stock trading.

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Black Lives Matter is a prime example of life imitating art George Orwell’s novella ”Animal Farm” is regarded as one of the great books of Western literature. Orwell’s allegory reveals its epiphany when the pigs, symbols of the Communist ruling class, revise it’s seventh commandment from “All animals are equal” to “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.”

Meanwhile the Marxist-affiliat-

ed group, Black Lives Matter, is a prime example of life imitating art. Reports that BLM has $42 million in assets, while going on real estate spending sprees for mansions, stock market purchases and other luxuries, should raise the interest of the IRS and other law enforcement agencies.

In the spirit of “Animal Farm,” this greedy, leftist, agitation group should change its motto

from ”Black Lives Matter” to “Black lives matter, but some black lives matter more than others.”

BLM is apparently using Orwell’s books as how-to instruction manuals, not as the cautionary tales they were intended to be.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Rick Reiss Temecula resident

State Sen. Melendez didn’t endorse Rahn What do you think of a local Republican politician lying about an endorsement? Temecula Mayor Matt Rahn said, in a campaign mailer for his run for State Assembly, that he was endorsed by State Sen. Melissa Melendez.

This is false. Melendez endorsed Republican Kate Sanchez for the 71st Assembly District.

Rahn has other issues compromising his fitness to represent our 71st Assembly District as a Republican. Rahn, as a then registered Democrat, donated money to Democrat Barack Obama’s presidential campaign in 2012. He later endorsed Democrat Kamala Harris for Senate in 2016, then as a so-called Republican while on city council. When pressed about these past campaign donations and endorsements at a local GOP meeting, Rahn simply dismissed his

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actions as “pay to play” to further advance his political career.

Rahn may not be pro-life depending on who is asking and when they ask; he said he was pro-life one time but mostly says that he has friends on both sides of the issue. He has voted to increase high density housing in Temecula despite current heavy traffic congestion and an ongoing drought.

He supported Measure S, a local tax increase on his constituents.

When left-wing Black Lives Matter activists from outside the community disrupted Temecula, Rahn caved to them by approving the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission into Temecula City Hall. It was done in 2020 under the cover of COVID-19 shutdowns when the community was focused on saving its economic livelihood. This com-

mission has created division where there was none. Despite later public outcry from hundreds of actual residents, he continues to actively support its implementation. REDI is basically a code name and Trojan horse for Critical Race Theory.

Honesty and transparency are key qualities of a candidate for office. Matt Rahn has shown that he sorely lacks these qualities.

For these reasons and others, the California Republican Assembly, http://www.CRAGOP.org, has endorsed Kate Sanchez for Assembly, 71st Assembly District.

Vote for Kate Sanchez for Assembly District 71. For more information, visit https://www. sanchezforassembly.com/.

Bob Kowell President of the Murrieta Temecula Republican Assembly

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Hamilton High School honors class of 2022 graduates

Local Anza Electric promotes electrification for members Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Anza Electric Cooperative is making significant progress in adhering to California’s aggressive mandate for non-emitting energy sources by focusing on solar and lithium-ion battery storage technology. see page AVO-3

Local Public Safety Power Shutoffs may occur during certain weather events Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

The policy of de-energizing certain electric grids to prevent wildfires has become part of the reality of living in fire country.

Called a Public Safety Power Shutoff, it is a strategy to help avoid utility structure-caused blazes from erupting in fire prone areas. see page AVO-4

Local Elderberry shrubs flourish all over the Anza Valley

The Class of 2022 lines up for professional photos at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

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Anza families, school staff and friends watched as the Hamilton High School Class of 2022 walked

across the stage to receive their diplomas Thursday, May 26.

The Commencement took place at the Garry Packham gymnasium at the school, which was packed to capacity.

Cheers erupted as graduates were proudly named and received their diplomas.

After opening ceremonies, principal Dr. Jeff Franks told the audience how proud he was of the

Class of 2022.

Valedictorian Rose Hopkins said some very inspiring words see GRADUATION, page AVO-3

Hamilton Elementary School hosts Senior Grad Walk

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Lush clusters of dainty white flowers are drooping from healthy green shrubs throughout the Anza Valley. They are the elderberry bushes which are in full bloom and their berries are beginning to form, providing food for people, birds, mammals and insects. see page AVO-5

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Class of 2022 seniors make their way toward the elementary students, who welcome them with cheers, music and signs at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School Tuesday, May 24.

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Hamilton Elementary School students welcomed the graduating Class of 2022 in a first-ever Senior

Grad Walk at the school Tuesday, May 24.

Seniors, dressed in their caps and gowns, were treated to crowds of youngsters cheering them on with smiles and special signs as

Elementary school children hold colorful signs for the soon-to-be graduates to enjoy at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School Tuesday, May 24.

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they walked the aisles between buildings.

“The Senior Grad Walk is when the Hamilton High seniors come dressed in their caps and gowns and walk on our campus through

all the TK-5 students,” said school office manager Jessica Brenner.

“The students held signs as music played.” see WALK, page AVO-4

Redshank Rider’s Trail Challenge placing announced Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

The Backcountry Horsemen of California Redshank Riders Unit have announced the placings of the contestants for the Trail Challenge.

The event was held at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana field Saturday, May 14.

Dozens of equestrians participated in the course that featured gates, passing a deer decoy and moving through a pool noodle obstacle. Riders and horses were judged on how well they accomplished the challenges.

The results of the event are as follows: Under 18 Class First Place: Audrey D. Second Place: AnnaLisa V. Novice Class First Place: Audrey D. see REDSHANK, page AVO-2

Mounted contestants line up for their turn on the obstacle course at the Redshank Rider’s Trail Challenge at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana field Saturday, May 14.

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Hamilton High School – Find out what is happening using Hamilton’s online calendar at http:// www.hamiltonbobcats.net/apps/ events/calendar/.

Hamilton Museum – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays at 39991 Contreras Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-1350 or visit http:// www.hamiltonmuseum.org. Find them on Facebook at “HamiltonMuseum-and-Ranch-Foundation.”

Backcountry Horsemen Redshank Riders – Meeting monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Locations change, so please contact Mike by email at stumblinl55@gmail.com or by calling (951) 760-9255.

Health, exercise, resources and recovery meetings Fit after 50 – 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Tuesday and Friday mornings at Anza Community Hall. Free. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes. Call or text instructor Teresa Hoehn, at 951-751-1462 for more information.

Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 6 p.m. Every Tuesday at Shepherd Of The Valley Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza. Open participation.

Veterans’ Gathering Mondays – 9-11 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 39075 Contreras Road, in Anza. Men and women veterans come to share and help each other deal with posttraumatic stress disorder and other difficulties. Call John Sheehan at 951-923-6153. If you need an advocate to help with VA benefits, call Ronnie Imel at 951-659-9884.

The Most Excellent Way – Christ-centered recovery program for all kinds of addiction meets Fridays from 7-8:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 8-10 a.m. Program is court approved; child care is provided. Transportation help is available. The group meets at 58050 Highway 371; the cross street is Kirby Road in Anza.

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

Meetings take place Thursdays at 39551 Kirby Road in Anza, south of Highway 371.

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza.

For more information, call 951763-4226.

Bereaved Parents of the USA – The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-551-2826.

Free Mobile Health Clinic – Open every third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

No appointment is needed. Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

Medication Assistance and Treatment for Opioid Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s REDSHANK from page AVO-1 Second Place: Katelyn Montgomery Third Place: Greg Bruce Fourth Place: Christopher Skinner Fifth Place: Julieanna Cowan Sixth Place: Janet Christiansen Seventh Place - tie: Brenda Cowan and Susan Greene Eigth Place: Faith Cowan Amature Class First Place: Christopher Skinner Second Place: Diana Wilsterman Third Place: Jean Chadsey Fourth Place: Greg Bruce Fifth Place: Shary Oldenburg

Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call 951-7634759.

Food ministries F.U.N. Group weekly food ministry – Deliveries arrive noon Thursdays at the Anza Community Hall. To order a paid box and help feed those who can’t afford to pay, drop off payment and cash donations by Thursday at 1:30 p.m., to ERA Excel Realty, 56070 Highway 371, in Anza. Pay inside or drop off during the day in the red box outside. To drop it off, put name and request on an envelope with payment inside. A $30 box has about $100 worth of food and feeds six people. Half boxes are available for $15. Food is delivered once a week to those who cannot find a ride. For more information, call Bill Donahue at 951-288-0903.

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner – 1 p.m.

Dinners are held the last Sunday of the month at the Anza Community Hall. All are welcome. Donations of time, money, etc. are always welcome.

Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m.

The food bank hands out food the last Friday of the month until the food is gone. The clothes closet will be open too. Emergency food handed out as needed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. FFF is a non-denominational nonprofit. All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 951-763-5636.

Anza First Southern Baptist Church – 9 a.m. The church offers Sunday school for all ages with a 10:30 a.m. worship service and 6 p.m. for prayer and Bible study. Youth ministry meets Mondays from 6-8 p.m. The women’s Bible study meets Thursdays at 10 a.m., but it is on hiatus through the summer. Celebrate Recovery meets Fridays; doors open at 5:30 p.m. with large group meeting, 6-7 p.m.; small group share, 7-8 p.m. and Cross Talk Cafe, 8-8:30 p.m.

Church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza. For more information, contact at 951-7634937, anzabptistchurch@gmail. com or http://www.anzabaptistchurch.com.

Bible Studies The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza – Sunday Sacrament is held 10 a.m.; Sunday School is 11 a.m.

Priesthood/Relief Society meets noon; Wednesday Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 951-445-7180 or Nathan at 760-399-0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 39075 Contreras Road in Anza.

Native Lighthouse Fellowship – 10 a.m. The group meets the first Saturday of the month, and breakfast is served. All are welcome to fellowship together at the “Tribal Hall” below the casino in Anza.

For more information, call Nella Heredia at 951-763-0856.

Living Hope Bible Study – 8-10 a.m. Tuesdays at Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 58050 Highway 371, in Anza. All are welcome. For more information, call Pastor Kevin at 951-763-1111.

Anza RV Clubhouse – 7 p.m., the second Wednesday of the Month, Pastor Kevin officiates at 41560 Terwilliger Road in Anza.

Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – 9 a.m. Breakfast takes place the fourth Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff Crawley at 951763-1257 for more information.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church – 10 a.m. Weekly Wednesday Bible study takes place at 56095 Pena Road in Anza. Call 951-763-4226 for more information.

Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza.

For more information, call 951763-4622.

Clubs High Country Recreation – Second Monday of the month attend committee meetings at ERA Excel Realty in Anza. For more information, call Albert Rodriguez at 951-492-1624 or Robyn Garrison at 805-312-0369.

HCR Bingo fundraisers – 6:30-9:30 p.m. second and fourth Fridays at Anza Community Hall.

Anza Valley VFW Post 1873 – Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post, the Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 59011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 390433. Request monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@ gmail.com. For more information, call 951-763-4439 or visit http:// vfw1873.org.

High Country 4-H Club – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – 1 p.m. Meetings are the third Saturday of each month at various locations. Share art, ideas and participate in shows. Guest speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 951-928-1248.

Find helpful art tips at http://www. facebook.com/AnzaValleyArtists/.

Anza Quilter’s Club – 9:30 a.m. to noon. Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza.

Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club has been reinstated and is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. The group is working on securing a new venue for meetings. Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club of Anza Valley Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/LionsofAnzaValley. For more information, email president Greg Sandling at President.AnzaLions@ gmail.com or Chris Skinner at Secretary.AnzaLions@gmail.com.

Boy Scouts Troop 319 – Cub Scouts meet 6 p.m. every Tuesday, and Boy Scouts meet 7 p.m. every Wednesday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Contreras Road, south of state Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call Richard Hotchkiss at 951-551-3154.

Sixth Place: Darlene Harman Seventh Place: Rosie Grindle Eigth Place: AnnaLisa V. Nineth Place: Sandy Syntelia Tenth Place: Janet Christiansen Open Class First Place: Jean Chadsey Second Place: Greg Bruce Third Place: Katelyn Montgomery Fourth Place: Audrey D. Fifth Place: Diana Wilsterman Sixth Place: Audrey D. Seventh Place: Mike Lewis Eigth Place: Darlene Harman Nineth Place: Donna McAloney Tenth Place: AnnaLisa V. Gambler’s Choice Class First Place: Jean Chadsey/Buster Brown

Second Place: Greg Bruce/ Desperado Third Place: Diana Wilsterman/ Mavric Fourth Place: Darlene Harman/ horse’s name not noted Fifth Place: Christopher Skinner/Coy Sixth Place: Christopher Skinner/Doc Seventh Place: Brenda Cowan/ Remington Eigth Place: Faith Cowan/ Cowan All participants are looking forward to the next event.

The Redshank Riders are a unit of the Back Country Horsemen of America, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving

Boys Scouts Troop 371 – Boy Scouts meet at Lake Riverside Estates. For more information, call Ginny Kinser at 909-702-7902.

Civil Air Patrol – Squadron 59 is looking for new members of all ages. For more information, call squadron commander Maj. Dennis Sheehan from the Anza area at 951-403-4940. To learn more and see the club’s meeting schedule, visit http://www.squadron59.org.

Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 29 on state Route 371 in Anza. Call 951763-5611 for information.

Redshank Riders – 7 p.m.

Backcountry horsemen meet at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza, the second Thursday of each month. Visit http://www. redshankriders.com or call Carol Schmuhl for membership information at 951-663-6763.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the first Thursday of the month at Valley Gospel Chapel, 43275 Chapman Road in Anza.

The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon. Contact Carol Wright at 951-763-2884 for more information.

Organizations Terwilliger Community Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all. For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.

From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon.

Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission.

Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 951-595-2400.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m.

General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Memberships cost $20 per person or $35 per business, and both get one vote. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets.

Voting members receive discounts off hall rentals, swap meet booths and save on propane gas from Ferrellgas. Mail membership to: Anza Community Building Inc. at P.O. Box 390091, Anza, CA 92539. The hall is located at 56630 Highway 371 in Anza. Swap meet held each Saturday of the month, weather permitting, early morning to 1 p.m. Vendors wanted. For more information, call 951-282-4267.

Anza Civic Improvement League – 9 a.m. meets the first Saturday of each month at the Little Red Schoolhouse. The league maintains Minor Park and Little Red School House, which are both available to rent for events. No government funds are allowed; the membership pays the bills – $10 a person, $18 family or $35 business membership.

For more information, visit http:// www.anzacivic.org.

194 local and state chapters across the country. BCHA chapters are active in 31 states and consist of about 13,000 members who are dedicated to keeping trails open for equestrians, hikers, cyclists and others on public lands. These groups work with trail partners and land management agencies to clear and maintain trails all over the United States.

The Redshank Riders can be reached by clicking http://www. redshankriders.com/ for more information.

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Anza Electric promotes electrification for members Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Anza Electric Cooperative is making significant progress in adhering to California’s aggressive mandate for non-emitting energy sources by focusing on solar and lithium-ion battery storage technology.

“We recently more than doubled our capacity for solar electric generation and storage,” said AEC general manager Kevin Short. “We now have a total of 4.5 megawatts of energy stored in lithium-ion battery systems. This is currently earmarked for outage management, peak demand reduction, and cost control.”

The lithium-ion battery system was installed last year, according to Short.

“Educating our members on the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of stored solar power is essential as we move forward,” he said. “We need to continue our efforts to introduce them to the advantages of what we call beneficial electrification.”

Beneficial electrification can be an advantage in several key areas, including electric vehicles, heating and cooling, and induction cooking.

“Electric vehicles are simply more efficient than their fossil fuel burning cousins,” Short explained.

“Internal combustion engines have

a maximum thermal efficiency of 12% to 30%, and this means that a significant amount of gasoline is lost to waste heat. Electric motors are significantly more efficient, delivering 70-80% of the energy used to power the vehicle.”

In addition, many electric vehicles are designed to recharge their batteries during regular use.

“Another aspect of EVs is simply that they are the future,” Short added. “Most auto manufacturers are committed to discontinuing production of emitting vehicles in the near future.”

Electrical heating/cooling and water heaters are more efficient, Short said.

Modern electrical heat pumps are more efficient than their propane counterparts.

“An apples-to-apples comparison between propane and electrical heating and cooling demonstrates that electrical heat pumps are 35% more efficient than their gas counterparts,” he explained.

A Forbes magazine article titled If You’re Heating With Propane Or Oil, Study Says, Go Electric, published August, 2018, pointed out that electric heating and cooling may lower costs by 35%.

“Another benefit of electric heat pumps is the air inside your home will be cleaner than emitting units.” Short said. “So you can breathe easier with electric heat pumps.”

The Anza Electric Cooperative, Inc. has recently more than doubled their capacity for solar electric generation and storage.

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“Induction cooking is the wave of the future,” said Short. “The difference is in the way that energy is transferred to the cooking device.”

With traditional gas and traditional electric cooktops, much of the heat is lost to the air in the kitchen. With induction cooking, energy is transferred via a magnetic field that produces circulating currents inside the body of the pan.

Stidents smile for the whole-class photo taken at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

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GRADUATION from page AVO-1 while Salutatorian Janeth Culniver delivered the salutatory.

A Senior Grad Video by Anali Rosas and Jamie Urtiz was presented.

Senior Class Advisor Dr. Julie Cope, and Dr. Jeff Franks spoke and Hemet Unified School District Superintendent Christi Barrett performed the Acceptance of Graduates.

Presentation of Diplomas was held by teachers Preston Brimhall and Ann Mohn.

The California Scholastic Federation Highest Honors and Life Membership members were recognized: Janeth Culviner; Rose Hopkins; Rene Hernandez; Ashlyn Miller and Zachary David Cholodenko Vollan.

National Honor Society members were Cecilia Aguila, Rose Hopkins, Cheyene MartinezGomez, Janeth Culviner, Adamaris Lopez, Ashlyn Miller, Rene Hernandez, Rafael Marquez and Jacqueline Orozco The Junior Honor Guard consisted of Isabel Rodriguez, Clayton Amelia Jones, Alexander Nahsohn, Aurora Hilker, Yu Jin Kim, Ethan Teegauden,Kayla Howder, Stephanie Martinez, Anaya Layton Teeguarden and Crystal Hernandez Villa.

Presenting the Hamilton High School Class of 2022: Cecilia Mildred Aguila Karla Joana Alba Garcia Star Elizabeth Andrickson Hunter LeeArthur Blackmore Jacquelyn Anastacia Blanco Billy Joe Boggs Blake Thomas Boyd Derick Donovan Brown Mikaela Jade Brunson Samantha Cardenas Boaz Tohub Charley Zachary David Cholodenko Vollan Jessica Marjorie Collins Lanaya Navai Contreras Jacob Lee Crawford Lance Cash Culleton Janeth Jeanne Louise Culviner Aaron David Cysewski Katherine Grace DeHolandaw Isaiah Daniel Esparza

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“We did a cook-off here at the office, using traditional electrical and magnetic field induction devices,” Short said. “The induction cooker boiled 2 quarts of water 30 seconds faster than the electrical stove and, most importantly, did so with 35% less electricity.”

To learn more about beneficial electrification, please drop by the Anza Electric Cooperative booth

at the Annual Meeting Saturday, July 16 at the Hamilton High School gymnasium. The event begins with the Thimble Club Breakfast at 7:30 a. m.. The formal meeting begins at 9:00 a. m..

For further information, visit the,the, at www.anzaelectric.org or call (951)763-4333.

Zachary David Cholodenko Vollan makes his way to the gymnasium at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

Graduates make their way to the gymnasium at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

Decorated caps dot the crowd of grads at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony.

Jamal Robinson proudly walks to his seat at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

Ashlyn Marie Miller makes her way to her seat for the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony.

This happy grad is all smiles at the Hamilton High School commencement ceremony, held at the school Thursday, May 26.

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Public Safety Power Shutoffs may occur during certain weather events Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

The policy of de-energizing certain electric grids to prevent wildfires has become part of the reality of living in fire country. Called a Public Safety Power Shutoff, it is a strategy to help avoid utility structure-caused blazes from erupting in fire prone areas.

Fortunately, in the Anza Valley, power shutoffs have not occured.

But it is important to understand what a PSPS is and what leads the utility providers to implement it.

According to Southern California Edison, a Public Safety Power Shutoff may occur when there is a high risk for a wildfire. The provider may temporarily shut off power to certain neighborhoods to prevent the electric system from becoming the source of ignition. When there are potentially dangerous weather conditions in fire-prone areas, they may need to call a PSPS event. These events are one of the ways the electric companies can better ensure the safety of the public, their customers, and employees.

When forecasts indicate elevated weather conditions, SCE begins assessing the potential impact to affected areas. They analyze historical data to help predict the likelihood of a wildfire occurring, closely monitor weather watch alerts from the National Weather Service, and place incident responders on alert, if needed.

The Anza Electric Cooperative, Inc.’s imported power is carried on SEC’s lines and may be affected by a PSPS issued by Edison. The PSPS can be called

by SCE or AEC in the event of dangerous weather conditions, and affect part or all of the AEC service area.

The Public Utilities Commission, which has regulatory authority over all utilities, has made it mandatory that all utility corporations must take steps to prevent accidental ignition within their systems.

Over the last several years, of the top 20 largest fires, three

were caused by utilities, and of the top 20 most destructive, there were actually 11 that were utilitycaused, with 2 of them still under investigation. Regarding the deadliest wildfires in California, five of them were utility-caused.

As a result of these figures, the laws have changed to further protect the public and property.

In 2016, the California legislature passed Senate Bill 1028 which requires all electric corporations, including the electric cooperatives, to develop wildfire mitigation plans.

The AEC has provided an overview of their efforts to reduce the likelihood of its facilities becoming a source of ignition and causing a wildfire event.

Current laws now require Public Safety Power Shutoffs, to be implemented under certain conditions.This is an operational practice that SCE and the AEC may use to preemptively shut off power in high fire risk areas to reduce the danger of ignition during extreme weather conditions.

If officials call for a PSPS, the AEC must comply. There are many factors, such as red flag warnings and watches, winds, humidity and fuel conditions that are carefully examined before such action is taken.

SEC covers 50,000 square miles of service territory and nearly 35 percent of that is in high fire risk areas. The company has been adding 1200 weather stations to their system, as well as cameras to keep up to date on conditions.

SEC also has meteorologists and fire scientists on staff to keep up on the latest developments. The company also inspects over a million trees in their service area.

Weather conditions are critical to the implementation of a PSPS. According to the National Weather Service, a Red Flag Warning is used to warn of an impending or occurring Red Flag Event. Its issuance denotes a high degree of confidence that weather and fuel conditions consistent with local Red Flag Event criteria will occur in 12 to 24 hours or less.

Forecasters can issue the watch

Fires ignited by utility structures may grow rapidly and become deadly in a short period of time.

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or warning for all or selected portions within a fire weather zone. The Red Flag event is verified when the weather and fuel conditions listed below are met simultaneously for any three hours or more during the period.

The warning should remain in effect until the critical fire weather pattern ends.

Weather and fuel conditions that are forecast to occur or can already be happening before issuing a Fire Weather Watch and/or Red Flag Warning include minimum relative humidities equal to or less than 15 percent and winds of 20 mph or higher and/or gusts to 35 mph or higher.

These watches and warnings are most likely to be posted during Santa Ana wind events, where powerful, dry winds pummel southern California during the autumn months.

Santa Ana winds are strong down-slope winds that blow through the mountain passes in southern California. These winds - which can easily exceed 40 miles per hour, with isolated gusts as high as 70 mph in narrow

passes - are usually warm and dry and can severely exacerbate brush or forest fires, especially under drought conditions.

Santa Ana wind events can bring the lowest relative humidities of the year to affected areas.

This, combined with a warm, compressionally-heated air mass, plus high wind speeds, create critical fire weather conditions.

The Santa Anas are blamed for causing countless regional wildfires to become extremely large, destructive and life-threatening.

Recent experience has shown us that any season is an exceptionally dangerous time for wildfires to start and get out of control.

The PSPS, or de-energizations, are permissible during high fire danger to prevent electricity lines from arcing, or transformers from throwing sparks and igniting fires, particularly in places not easily accessible to firefighters.

Anza Electric Cooperative, Inc. general manager Kevin Short has stated that the Red Flag warnings, as posted by the National Weather Service, put all electric utilities on high alert for the danger of

fire. The safety of the community and AEC employees is always a primary concern.

People need to be prepared for the possibility of a PSPS of unknown duration during these times. Having cars full of fuel, flashlights and blankets handy and other emergency supplies available and ready.

Southern California is battered yearly by the Santa Ana Winds and residents have learned to pay special attention to the possible PSPS events that accompany them.

For more information about the AEC, please visit them at www. anzaelectric.org/ .

To learn more about how SCE is protecting against wildfires, see www.sce.com/safety/wildfire/ psps .

Visit the County of Riverside’s Emergency Management Department at https://rivcoemd.org/ .

To sign up for alerts from RivCo Ready, click https://www. rivcoready.org/AlertRivCo .

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com .

WALK from page AVO-1 DJ Johnny Slevcove spun upbeat tunes as the seniors made their way through the crowds. The mood was festive and charged with excitement. Many of the seniors are big brothers and sisters to the younger Bobcats.

The event ended with photos taken of the senior class posing with the all the elementry students that were present for the celebration.

Designed to celebrate the graduating class while inspiring young students to strive for their own diploma, the Senior Grad Walk will be a tradition for many years to come.

To learn more about Hamilton Elementary School, visit them at https://hamiltonel.hemetusd. org/ .

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com .

Seniors stroll down the aisles as elementary students hold signs with congratulatory messages at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School Tuesday, May 24.

The graduating students enjoy the attention at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School.

Handmade and heartfelt signs are displayed at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School.

Senior Ashlyn Miller waves to the elementary school students at the Senior Grad Walk Tuesday, May 24.

Elementary School pose for pictures at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School.

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The Class of 2022 cheers and celebrates at the Senior Grad Walk at Hamilton Elementary School.

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Elderberry shrubs flourish all over the Anza Valley Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Lush clusters of dainty white flowers are drooping from healthy green shrubs throughout the Anza Valley. They are the elderberry bushes which are in full bloom and their berries are beginning to form, providing food for people, birds, mammals and insects.

The blue elderberry is common to the region. It is a deciduous shrub, ranging from Oregon to Baja California, Mexico. Its close relative, the red elderberry, can be found in more coastal habitats.

Elderberry bushes are a fast growing, multi-trunked large shrub that can grow to a maximum height of about 30 feet. The leaves are divided into one to six long, toothed leaflets. Large clusters of white flowers develop in the spring and summer, followed by dense clusters of blue to black berries. The flowers and berries attract insects, birds, rodents and people.

The shrub is one of the most important food sources for birds and insects in California. It also provides dense, low cover for many small mammals.

The blue elderberry is the host plant for the Valley Elderberry

Longhorn Beetle. The beetle’s current California Fish & Wildlife Service status is threatened because of habitat loss and competition from invasive species.

The adult beetles feed on the plant’s leaves and flowers, and the developing larvae eat the insides of the stems. Since the blue elderberry shrub is its host plant, it is protected by law from being disturbed, removed, destroyed and trimmed if the branches are larger than one inch in diameter.

Indigenous Californians used blue elderberries as a main food source and as a natural remedy to benefit the immune system.

The Luiseños Indians called it kutpat, and the Cahuilla Tribe named the elderberry hunkwat.

The fruit was used for food, both fresh and dried. The wood was valued for making bows.

The Diegueño, Coast Miwok, Kashaya, Cahuilla and Yuki Peoples used elderberry blossoms as a tea to treat fevers, colds and chest congestion. The Maidu Indians used the branches of the Sambucus species to make arrow shafts, fire drills, atlatl spear shafts and salmon spear toggles.

Even with all its health benefits, the entire elderberry plant is

Festive clusters of white elderberry flowers quickly develop into tiny, blue to black edible fruits.

Elderberry shrubs flourish all over the Anza Valley.

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mildly toxic, and some people get an unpleasant reaction to eating the fresh berries. Most find the blossoms and berries edible in small amounts. The tiny fruits are commonly used in jellies, syrups, and wine.

Cooking or drying the flowers and berries destroys the toxins, making them safer to eat, but elderberry stems, and the fruit of the coastal red elderberry, is always toxic.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded a poisoning from elderberry juice in California.

In 1983, 11 people attending a small religious event in Monterey

County were hospitalized after drinking juice made from local wild elderberries. Bunches of berries were crushed with their leaves and branches in a stainlesssteel press. Apple juice, water, and sugar were added, and the mixture served the following day.

Victims reported nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, weakness, and some complained of dizziness and numbness.

No other reports of elderberry juice poisoning have been documented in the past 20 years. While elderberries are safe to consume, especially when they are cooked, leaves and stems should not be crushed with the berries when

making juice.

The fresh leaves, flowers, bark, young buds, and roots contain a bitter alkaloid and a glucoside that in certain conditions, can produce hydrocyanic acid, a highly poisonous acidic solution of hydrogen cyanide in water.

The safest bet is to enjoy cooked or dried berries and blossoms only.

The blue elderberry thrives in the Anza Valley, providing food, shelter and habitat in the varied biosystem of the high country.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com .

Temecula. For more information, visit https://www.fusionchristianchurch.com, http://www.encour-

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What’s the spiritual ripple effect?

Zachary Elliott SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

On Sunday, our church prayed off another family moving out of state. As a pastor, it’s never easy to send off a family. It always stings a little. This family was especially difficult for me. They have been part of my church for the better part of 13 years. They gave their lives to Jesus and were baptized in my church, and I’ve been personally involved in watching them grow.

It’s been amazing to see the spiritual ripple effect in their lives over these past years. It’s one that I am sure will continue as the Lord walks them through this new open door.

I want to share a little of it with you today because, if you pay

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attention, I’m sure you have a spiritual ripple effect happening in your life right now. You just haven’t noticed it.

It all started for this family when their three-year old son started asking questions about God. Not knowing how to answer him, the father and mother decided they had better go to church so they could find the answers. And so, the spiritual ripple started.

This step forward led them to their very first visit to Fusion Christian Church. Pulling in, they only saw a couple of cars in the parking lot of Pump It Up, one of our very first meeting places. They sat in the car, debating if they were coming in or not. Finally, after about minutes of debate, they braved the elements and plunged through the front door.

After that first visit, God grabbed ahold of their lives, and they started attending every Sunday. It led to them surrendering their lives to Jesus and getting baptized. And the spiritual ripple started getting bigger.

Then they started to serve, inviting friends and family members and becoming part of the leadership team. Even though my friend almost lost his life due to a botched surgery and they lost their home

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during the recession, they kept following the Lord. Even when the enemy tried to take them out, they still hung on to their faith.

The spiritual ripple was unstoppable now.

Now, after 13 years, God is sending them to another state with new opportunities for the spiritual ripple effect to grow even bigger and change more lives. God’s not done with them yet.

Why am I telling you this? Because you have a spiritual ripple effect happening in your life right now. You might not see it now because your sight is clouded with the everyday struggles of life. But it’s there.

The Bible tells us “That he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus,” in Philippians 1:6.

It means that no matter what you go through or where God sends you, His spiritual ripple effect can’t be stopped.

Oh, it might have started small, like a simple conversation with a three-year-old. But once God gets started, he always finishes. It means God’s not done with you yet. The best is yet to come.

Zachary Elliott is the lead pastor of Fusion Christian Church in

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Temecula dance teacher who molested boys sentenced City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A Temecula dance instructor who sexually assaulted multiple boys he taught at different periods over more than a decade was sentenced Thursday, May 26, to three years, four months in state prison.

Eric Eustacio Saradpon, 43, pleaded guilty last month to sodomy of a minor and two counts of

lewd acts on a child as part of a plea agreement with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.

In exchange for his admissions, prosecutors dropped three related felony counts.

During a hearing at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta, Superior Court Judge Timothy Freer certified the terms of the plea deal and imposed the sentence stipulated by the prosecu-

tion and defense.

According to sheriff’s officials and court documents, Saradpon engaged in illicit sex acts with five boys between 2007 and 2019.

During the time of the crimes, Saradpon was an instructor at the Temecula Dance Company on Felix Valdez Avenue, where he preyed upon the youths, “grooming (and) seducing” them before ultimately perpetrating the offens-

es that he admitted, according to a district attorney’s office statement.

After one or more of the victims came forward in October 2020, sheriff’s detectives initiated an investigation that culminated in a search warrant being served at the defendant’s residence in the 39000 block of Sundance Circle, where “several evidence items were seized,” according to sheriff’s Sgt. Edmond Seltzer.

He did not specify what the items were.

Saradpon was arrested without incident Oct. 13, 2020; however, he posted a $55,000 bond within days and remained out of custody while the case awaited disposition.

The defendant had no documented previous felony convictions in Riverside County.

Man who fatally shot acquaintance in East Hemet arraigned City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A man accused of gunning down a 37-year-old acquaintance in his car in East Hemet, then leading law enforcement on a brief pursuit, pleaded not guilty Thursday, May 26, to murder and other offenses.

Bryan Paul Goetter, 43, of East Hemet, was arrested and booked into the Robert Presley Jail in Riverside last month following an investigation into the death of

Matthew Allen Lunsford.

Along with murder, Goetter is charged with felony evading, carrying a semiautomatic firearm onto a public school campus and sentence-enhancing gun and great bodily injury allegations.

The defendant was arraigned before Riverside County Superior Court Judge Elaine Kiefer, who scheduled a felony settlement conference for Tuesday at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta.

The defendant is being held in

lieu of $1 million bail at the Riverside jail.

According to sheriff’s Sgt. Richard Carroll, about 11 a.m. April 29, Goetter was involved in an unspecified confrontation with Lunsford, who was inside a parked vehicle near the intersection of Collegian Way and Dartmouth Street.

During the encounter, the defendant allegedly pulled out a handgun and shot the victim, Carroll said.

He said deputies were called to

the location immediately afterward and found Lunsford dead in the car.

“Several witnesses reported seeing a vehicle fleeing the scene,” the sergeant said. “The California Highway Patrol was notified of the vehicle description, and shortly after, a CHP officer located the vehicle.”

Carroll said a brief pursuit ensued, but Goetter stopped and surrendered without further incident.

A possible motive for the attack

was not disclosed.

According to public records, Goetter and Lunsford once occupied the same property in the 41300 block of Collegian Way, but it was unclear whether they were sharing the residence at the time of the shooting.

There was no information regarding the allegation stemming from possession of the gun on school grounds.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVSW 2202547 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: RAPHA SERAPHINA COHEN Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: RAPHA SERAPHINA COHEN Proposed Name: ANA RUTH COHEN THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 6-16-22 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: S101 The address of the court: 30755-G Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563 Southwest Justice Center A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: APR 25 2022 Signed: Joni I. Sinclair, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3590 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVSW 2202937 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: FRANCISCO JUNIOR MONTES Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: FRANCISCO JUNIOR MONTES Proposed Name: FRANK MONTES THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 7-7-22 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: S101 The address of the court: 30755-G Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563 Southwest Justice Center A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: MAY 17 2022 Signed: Marie E. Wood, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3601 PUBLISHED: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File Number: R-201915153 Filed Riverside County Clerk’s Office Peter Aldana The following fictitious business name(s) has been abandoned by the following person(s): EXECUTIVE HOME RENTALS & SALES, INC. 28693 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590 County: Riverside Executive Home Rentals & Sales, Inc, 28693 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Riverside County on 11/14/19 Signed by: Cindy Tittle, CEO THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY ON 04/29/2022 LEGAL: 3582 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

Case No.: CVSW2201678 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: TYYNE M. HEISTERMAN, an Unmarried woman; HILDA S. EKLUND; and DOES ONE through FIFTY, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, acting by and through the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you.

Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

The name and address of the court is: Superior Court of the State of California County of Riverside – Southwest Justice Center 30755-D Auld Road #1226 Murrieta, CA 92563 Plaintiff THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, acting by and through the Department of Transportation, has brought this proceeding to acquire real property, or interests in real property, for a public use, namely, for state highway purposes.

The real property, or interests in real property, are situated in the County of Riverside, State of California, and are described as follows: Parcel 25075-1 That portion of land, in the Unincorporated Territory of the County of Riverside, State of California, as described in the Grant Deed recorded May 21, 1964 as Instrument No. 62506 of Official Records, of said County, lying southerly, southeasterly and northeasterly of the following described line: COMMENCING at the most southwesterly corner of the land described in said Grant Deed, also being the northerly right-of-way line of state route 79 as shown on a map filed in book 10, page 33 of records of survey, in the office of the county recorder of said county; thence North 73°05’12” East 44.07 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence along said northerly right-of-way line North 16°54’48” West 21.00 feet to a line parallel with and 21.00 feet northwesterly of the southerly line of land described in said Grant Deed; thence along said parallel line North 73°05’12” East 188.97 feet; thence North 89°54’26” East 72.57 feet to southerly line of the land described in said Grant Deed, said line, also being the northerly right-of-way line of state route 79, also being the POINT OF TERMINATION of this line.

FIRST AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2201423 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: ANNA MCKEON for DARII ALI TSYKALOV Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: DARII ALI TSYKALOV Proposed Name: DARIY JAY MCKEON THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 6/15/22 Time: 8:00 a.m. Dept: C2 The address of the court: 505 S. Buena Vista Ave., Rm 201, Corona, CA 92882 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: APR 26 2022 Signed: Tamara L. Wagner, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3581 PUBLISHED: May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVSW 2201372 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: ANA BRENDA GAMA Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: ANA BRENDA GAMA Proposed Name: AIYANA BRENDA GAMA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 6/30/22 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: S101 The address of the court: 30755-G Auld Road, Suite 1226 Murrieta, CA 92563 Southwest Justice Center A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: 3/1/22 Signed: Joni I. Sinclair, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3606 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

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YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that unless you file with the Clerk a written responsive pleading to the Complaint in Eminent Domain as required above, plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Lindsay R. Van Housen, Deputy Attorney (SBN 276771) (619) 688-2531 | (619) 688-6905 (Fax) State of California, Department of Transportation 4050 Taylor St., MS 130 San Diego, CA 92110 DATE: March 10, 2022 Clerk, by PATTY THIPHAVONG, Deputy Legal #:3591 Published: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File Number: R-202010313 Filed Riverside County Clerk’s Office Peter Aldana The following fictitious business name(s) has been abandoned by the following person(s): DREAM SPA 120 ½ N Main St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 County: Riverside Jenny Yareccy Saucedo, 29051 Forest View St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 This business is conducted by an Individual The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Riverside County on 10/08/2020 Signed by: Jenny Yareccy Saucedo THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY ON 05/27/2022 LEGAL: 3602 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2202002 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: BRENDA GINER Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. FIONA LOTITO b. FAUSTO LOTITO Proposed Name: a. FIONA GINER b. FAUSTO GINER THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 7/13/22 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: C2 The address of the court: 500 S. Buena Vista Ave Rm 201, Corona, CA 92882 Corona Branch A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: MAY 25 2022 Signed: Tamara L. Wagner, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3607 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

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AVO-7 ANZA VALLEY OUTLOOK LEGAL NOTICES

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205456 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TRIDENT WATER WORKS 42575 Roundup Dr, Aguanga, CA 92536 County: Riverside Thomas Shane Peters, 42575 Roundup Dr, Aguanga, CA 92536 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Thomas Shane Peters Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 04/28/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3583 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205596 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINTING SERVICES 2. RIVERSIDE LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINTING AND NOTARY 3. LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINTING SERVICES 11801 Pierce Street, Suite 200, Riverside, CA 92505 Mailing address: 4647 Long Beach Blvd, Suite D7, Long Beach, CA 90805 County: Riverside Long Beach Live Scan, Inc., 4647 Long Beach Blvd, Suite D7, Long Beach, CA 90805 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Yvonne Camille Withers, CEO Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/02/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3584 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205726 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DANZA DEL SOL WINERY 39050 De Portola Rd, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Kentina LLC, 35879 Belle Chaine Loop, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 04/30/2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Kenneth Smith, Manager Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/04/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3585 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205614 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ORDLANDS 83610 Leeds Court, Indio, CA 92203 County: Riverside Arman -- Ordian, 83610 Leeds Court, Indio, CA 92203 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Arman -- Ordian Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/02/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3586 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205903 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RS DRYWALL AND RESTORATION 26610 Apple Creek Rd, Menifee, CA 92586 County: Riverside Ryan Anthony Stephenson, 26610 Apple Creek Rd, Menifee, CA 92586 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Ryan A Stephenson Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/06/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3587 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202204900 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOCU SERV PLUS 1450 W. Sixth St. #217. Corona, CA 92882 County: Riverside Miguel Angel Valles, 1450 W. Sixth St. #217.

Corona, CA 92882 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 04/14/2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Miguel Angel Valles Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 04/14/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3588 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205975 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: UNIDO GENERAL CONSTRUCTION 32549 Crescent Ave, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 County: Riverside Vicente -- Garfias, 32549 Crescent Ave, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Vicente -- Garfias Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/09/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3593 PUBLISHED: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202201896 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RUIZ BROS CONCRETE CONTRACTORS 9391 52nd St, Riverside, CA 92509 County: Riverside a. Sergio Daniel Ruiz, 9391 52nd St, Riverside, CA 92509 b. Christian Jesus Ruiz, 9391 52nd St, Riverside, CA 92509 This business is conducted by a General Partnership Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Sergio Daniel Ruiz Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 02/10/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3533 PUBLISHED: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022 Republished: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022 Business name did not match the original fictitious statement.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-20225608 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ELITE PRESSURE WASHING 41564 Margarita Road Apt 131, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Erik Yamir Gonzalez, 41564 Margarita Road Apt 131, Temecula, CA 92591 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Erik Yamir Gonzalez Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/02/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3589 PUBLISHED: May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205901 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOS CHIC BOUTIQUE 3239 Thistlewood Ln, Perris, CA 92571 County: Riverside a. Scarlett -- Zavala, 722 S Verde Ave, Rialto, CA 92376 b. Griselda -- Marroquin, 3239 Thistlewood Ln, Perris, CA 92571 This business is conducted by Co-Partners Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Scarlett Zavala Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/06/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3592 PUBLISHED: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206126 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DERMALUX 75280 Hwy 111, Indian Wells, CA 92210 Mailing address: 432 Sandpiper Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260 County: Riverside Glit-R-LLC, 3705 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 07/01/2021 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Veronica -- Rivera, CEO Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/11/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3596 PUBLISHED: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206433 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DROPBY OFFICE 68718 E Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 301, Cathedral City, CA Mailing address: 4741 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste C PMB 1015, Palm Springs, CA 92264 County: Riverside Make Post Rush LLC, 4741 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste C, Palm Springs, CA 92264 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Tim Hadorn, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/17/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3597 PUBLISHED: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206700 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TURN KEY PROPERTY INSPECTORS 31865 Corte Sagunto, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Anthony Manuel Flores, 31865 Corte Sagunto, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Anthony Manuel Flores Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/23/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3600 PUBLISHED: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206800 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EQUITY BASEBALL 3850 Vine Street, Suite 230, Riverside, CA 92507 County: Riverside Reynold Sports Management, 3850 Vine Street, Suite 230, Riverside, CA 92507 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Larry Reynolds, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/24/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3603 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206174 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. QUALITY FIRST TURF 2. TOWER BUSINESS GROUP 3. HOME SUITE CREATIVE 4. REGEN 5. BRIDGE 6. RELIC AUTOMOTIVE 7. TIDEY HOME 8. TOURING LOCAL 1677 Constant Trails, San Jacinto, CA 92582 County: Riverside Salvador -- Torres, 1677 Constant Trails, San Jacinto, CA 92582 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 2/1/2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Salvador Torres Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/11/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3595 PUBLISHED: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202205774 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SP CONCEPTS 18215 Pasedena St A-102, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 County: Riverside Mark Edward Jacobs, 46025 Via La Colorada, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Mark Edward Jacobs Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/04/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3594 PUBLISHED: May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206035 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: OLD TOWN TEMECULA MINING CO. & MERCANTILE 42383 Camino Merano, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside a. Traci Michele Mole, 42383 Camino Merano, Temecula, CA 92592 b. Ian Kenneth Mole, 42383 Camino Merano, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by a Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Traci Mole Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/10/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3598 PUBLISHED: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206561 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. OCEAN PACIFIC INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTER 2. OCEAN PACIFIC WELLNESS CENTER 3. TEMECULA NATUROPATHIC CENTER 4. MURRIETA NATUROPATHIC CENTER 412769 Enterprise Circle North, Suite 203, Temecula, CA 92590 County: Riverside Ocean Pacific Naturopathic Center Inc, 412769 Enterprise Circle North, Temecula, CA 92590 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 2014 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Abida Zohal Wali, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/19/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3599 PUBLISHED: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206955 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PUREVISION OPTOMETRY 12700 Day St., Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Mailing address: 2529 Chad Zeller Ln, Corona, CA 92408 County: Riverside Purevision Optometry Inc, 1099 E Hospitality Ln, San Bernardino, CA 92408 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 01/01/2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Kelsey Nguyen, CEO Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/26/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3604 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202206460 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SCISSORS 73386 Highway 111 Ste 8, Palm Springs, CA 92260 County: Riverside Bobbie-Jean Castillo, 301 Avenida Andorra, Cathedral City, CA 92234 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 6-02-2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Bobbie-Jean Castillo Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 05/18/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3605 PUBLISHED: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022

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