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Volume 16, Issue 24
Californians exercise right to vote in primary elections
June 7, 2016
Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR
The following are the unofficial primary election results as of press time, Wednesday, June 8. All results need to be ratified by the Riverside County Board of Elections before they are considered official. Approximately 92,000 vote-by-mail, 28,300 provisional and 8,115 damaged ballots that require duplication still must be processed. Work on those begins Wednesday. Ballots that are postmarked on or before Election Day and received no later than three days after Election Day also remain to be counted. For a full list of results, visit www.myvalleynews.com. Riverside County Board of Supervisors District 1 Kevin Jeffries (Incumbent) – 59.36% Debbie Walsh – 26.88% Britt Holmstrom – 13.76% District 3 Chuck Washington (Incumbant) – 39.87% Randon Lane – 28.30% Shellie Milne – 31.83% Hemet Measure E Yes – 62.55% No – 37.45% President Republican Candidates Donald Trump – 75.3% John Kasich – 11.3% Democratic Candidates Hillary Clinton – 55.8% Bernie Sanders – 43.2%
Voters cast their votes on ballots at the Murrieta Public Library during the June 7, primary elections.
U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D) – 40.3% Loretta Sanchez – 18.5%
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Hemet-Ryan’s 10th annual Air Show wows crowds
U.S. Representatives 36th Congressional District Raul Ruiz (D) (Incumbent) – 56.6% Sen. Jeff Stone (R) – 33.3% 41st Congressional District Mark Takano (D) (Incumbent) – 62.8% Doug Shepherd (R) – 18.6 42nd Congressional District Ken Calvert (R) (Incumbent) – 56.0% Tim Sheridan (D) – 37.0% 50th Congressional District Duncan Hunter (R) (Incumbent) – 57.2% Patrick Malloy (D) – 21.7%
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State Senator Districts 23rd District Mike Morrell (R) (Incumbent) – 55.9% Ronald J. O’Donnell (D) – 29.2% State Assembly Districts Assembly 61st District Jose Medina (D) (Incumbent) – 65.4% Hector Diaz (R) – 34.6% Assembly 67th District Melissa Melendez (R) (Incumbent) – 64.0% Jorge Lopez (D) – 36.0% Assembly 71st District Leo Hamel (R) – 27.9% Randy Voepel (R) – 60.2% Assembly 75th District Marie Waldron (R) (Incumbent) – 60.9% Andrew Masiel Sr. (D) – 39.1%
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Cal Fire personnel from Hemet-Ryan’s Air Attack Helicopter crews performed demonstrations of some of the dangerous work they do. Ricardo Ruelas photo
In spite of the sweltering heat, thousands of aviation enthusiasts came out to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Hemet-Ryan Air Show Saturday, June 4. The event marked the air show’s 10th anniversary. An added bonus to this year’s air show was the addition of the 4th annual Riverside County Food Truck Festival. Attendees brought their appetites and enjoyed the best food on wheels. An employee from the Eat ‘Em Up Truck said he was surprised at the large turnout, in spite of the heat. John Strangis, who moved to Hemet in 2014 said this was his first time going to Hemet-Ryan’s Air Show. “It was so hot and some people were affected by the heat, but I still had a fantastic time,” Strangis said. Attendees enjoyed browsing the different vendor booths, visiting the Hemet Police Department’s command center RV and seeing the department’s DARE vehicle.
see AIR SHOW, page A-9
Published scholar talks Islam at MTRA Jacob Preal WRITER
The Murrieta-Temecula Republican Assembly hosted Islam speaker and scholar Raymond Ibrahim at their recent monthly meeting June 3. Ibrahim presented “The History of Islam and the West and how ISIS is a continuation of that history” to a receptive crowd. This so-called “history argument” unraveled an alleged history of hostility between the Islamic and Christian worlds that has been perpetuated since ancient times and now trickles into the modern era with terrorist groups. According to Ibrahim, it is this imperialistic mindset of Muslim occupation centuries in the past that continues to fuel the schemes of ISIS and other Muslims around the world who are in a constant “state of war.” Raymond Ibrahim is a published scholar, most famous for “Crucified
see IBRAHIM, page A-3
Islam speaker and scholar Raymond Ibrahim discusses “The History of Islam and the West - and how ISIS is a continuation of that history” with the Murrieta-Temecula Republican Assembly June 3. Jacob Preal photo
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The city of Lake Elsinore will hold a public hearing on the Alberhill Villages Specific Plan which proposes approximately 8,244 dwelling units, civic, institutional, commercial retail and professional office space. Shane Gibson photo
LAKE ELSINORE – The City of Lake Elsinore will hold a public hearing on the Alberhill Villages Specific Plan at the next city council meeting June 14, at 7 p.m. This public hearing will allow the city council to formally consider the project, which is the final step in the approval process for any development within the city. The AVSP proposes approximately 8,244 dwelling units; 4,007,000-square-feet of nonresidential uses including civic/ institutional, commercial/retail, professional office/medical and entertainment uses; a university campus or similar educational institution; and supporting uses including a new elementary school, more than 100 acres of park space, and more than 163 acres of natural or enhanced open space including multiuse trails and green belt paseos. The Lake Elsinore Planning Commission recommended approval of the AVSP Feb. 16. Since then, the city has conducted additional due diligence and outreach
to respond to all public comments received during the comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) before the city council’s consideration. The DEIR for the AVSP was circulated by the city for public comments from Nov. 5 to Dec. 31, 2015. A total of 25 comments were received “This is great news for our city that finally the entire city council will have a chance to take a look at this promising project and make it a reality,” said Mayor Brian Tisdale. “For many years, we have worked extremely hard to ensure a high quality, sustainable plan for development that would have a positive impact on our community over the next 30 plus years.” City staff has been working to move this project though the approval process. Most recently, the city has met with regulatory agencies and other key stakeholders to identify and address concerns related to the project. With this step complete, the next step is to bring the AVSP forward to the city council.
The approval of the AVSP is a critical first step to actual development of the Alberhill Villages property providing the property owner with land use entitlements as set out in the AVSP. “This project is the future of our city and our residents want it,” said Mayor Pro-tem Bob Magee. “It’s time for us to turn a clay mine into a gold mine for the community.” The proposed AVSP site is approximately 1,400 acres on the existing Pac Clay mining operation. It is generally located south of Interstate 15 and west of Lake Street, bound by Lake Street to the east, the Murdock Alberhill Ranch Specific Plan residential development to the southeast, the unincorporated county area to the west and the Cleveland National Forest to the southwest. The AVSP is expected to be developed over a period of approximately 30 years with existing mining operations as an interim use that will be phased out over time.
Menifee seeks young leaders to serve on advisory committee MENIFEE – Menifee is currently accepting applications from young leaders between 15 and 25 years old who are interested in serving on the City’s Helen Putnam Award Winning Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 26 and applications are available on the city’s website at www.cityofmenifee.us/289/youthadvisory-committee. Formed in 2014, the YAC committee promotes public service and community involvement by and for Menifee youth. The group
IBRAHIM from page A-1 Again: Exposing Islam’s New War on Christians” and “The Al Qaeda Reader.” He has spoken at various universities, federal agencies and testified before Congress regarding conceptual failures that dominate American discourse concerning Islam. He was asked to speak to the MTRA after Jean Powell, wife of the assembly’s President Bob Rowell, had enjoyed reading “The Al Qaeda Reader.” Ibrahim shared with the audience his analysis of the western world’s relationship with Islam. Around 630 A.D., Islam invaded all lands around its point of origin, conquering approximately two-thirds of once Christian land that is now permanently occupied by Islam. He cites the 846 A.D. sacking of Rome and defiling of the Vatican by Muslim raiders in the name of Islam as an example of the unrelenting spread of the religion. “Islam saw and continues to see, at least amongst many of its adherents that its mission is to, of course, take over the entire world and its historical foe is Christendom,” said Ibrahim. In more recent times, claims Ibrahim, nations have faced Islamic pirates in combat. “Even America did not escape,” with the then-new nation caught in a naval battle from 1800 to 1815 “between America and the Muslims, or the barbary
makes recommendations to City Council about youth-related programs, projects and facilities. The group also promotes youth involvement in community events, programs or volunteer projects with the support of schools and community organizations. Youth on the 11-member committee serve a one-year term that coincides with the school year. Applicants must reside or attend school within Menifee city limits. Members will be appointed by City Council on Sept. 7. The group will meet monthly beginning Sept.
27. Meetings are held at 5 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Menifee City Hall located at 29714 Haun Road. “The Youth Advisory Committee empowers Menifee youth to learn and practice leadership skills in a professional setting, while learning how their City government works,” said Mayor Scott Mann. “This is a great opportunity for high school and college-aged youth to gain firsthand experience in city government and to influence decisions in their community.”
pirates as they were known.” Ibrahim revealed that Thomas Jefferson sent an ambassador to meet with the Muslims to ask why they were attacking and enslaving their men. “And so the Muslims told the ambassador that it is, quote, ‘a right and duty to make war on them, wherever they can be found and to enslave and plunder as many as we can,’” he explained. “And this is of course the same words and teachings that go all the way back to the Islamic prophet Muhammad.” In agreement with this alleged history, Jefferson sought out the Qur’an at the Library of Congress on his own accord in order to learn more about the enemy. The Library will now argue that “he wanted to ennoble [Islam] and honor it,” diluting the truth that Ibrahim has discovered. “Now you are starting to get an idea of why this history I am talking about is so little known. It has actually been turned upside its head.” Other western figures in history, including Marco Polo, have had similar beliefs about Muslim violence being inherent to the Islamic faith. “‘According to their doctrine, whatever stolen or plundered from others of a different faith is properly taken,’” Ibrahim read from the alleged words of the explorer. “‘And the theft is no crime. While those who suffer death or injury by
the hands of Christians are considered as martyrs.’” After, explaining these “1,400 years of Islamdom,” the audience was able to ask the speaker questions. MTRA Board Member Jennifer Kabbany asked if there was any solution to the “perpetual state of war” described by Ibrahim. He responded with an analogy. “The problem is, the way they’re portrayed in America or in the west is moderate Muslims are supposedly upholding a sort of moderate Islam,” said Ibrahim. “That’s the false part.” “Nazism, I think most people will agree, is a bad ideology and a bad creed… We also know that there were actually really good Nazis. Oskar Schindler, for instance, who was a Nazi… went to great length at no small risk to himself to save Jews and others,” he said. “We never say, ‘well because of Oskar Schindler there is a moderate Nazism which we should support.’ No, what we do is say, ‘he was a good man, clearly he was not being a real Nazi.’ And that’s the case with what we call ‘moderate Muslims.’” In spite of all this, Ibrahim believes there to be a “silver lining” in the fact that “Islam is so easily defeated.” He believes that “Islam is only a force because it’s allowed to be.” For more local news or to comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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‘No one should be forced to retire on minimum wage’ This is part two of a two-part story on minimum wage. Part one appeared in the June 3 edition of Valley News and can be read online at www.myvalleynews.com Andrea Verdin STAFF WRITER
While business owners are taking steps to financially prepare for the minimum wage increase set to take effect in 2022, others believe that there are steps employees should be taking to make sure they remain employed. “No one should be forced to retire on minimum wage,” said Senator Joel Anderson, of the 38th District. The senator believes that raising the minimum wage will actually drop the value of jobs that pay more than minimum wage and that the minimum wage increase is actually a direct attack on the middle class that is not meant to lift or improve the lives of those earning minimum wage. “No matter if the minimum wage goes up, the poor person stays poor,” he continued, stating that the purchasing power of those earning above minimum wage will drop unless they also receive pay increases. “Those who are making twice minimum wage are now not making twice that.” Anderson believes legislation should focus on purchasing power, not on the amount of money individuals make. “We really need to focus on individual prosperity,” said Anderson. “About 80 percent of cost is labor. Roadblocks to success shouldn’t be banked on minimum wage, which is meant to be an entry wage, not an ending wage. I don’t care about companies; I care about people − the business owners and people working to
California 38th District Senator Joel Anderson believes legislation should focus on purchasing power, not on the amount of money individuals make. Shane Gibson photo
improve their lives.” Anderson suggests that individuals who work in minimum wage jobs become train in other vocations, or enter trade schools to prepare themselves. “I talked to a local auto dealership and they’re struggling to find an auto technician,” said Anderson. “Those positions make $50,000 to $70,000 a year, and that requires a two-year degree that will allow individuals to walk into the job. We have to give more access to these types of jobs. This will let a 16-year-old have the opportunity to have those minimum wage jobs. If we have kiosks in those positions, the 16-year-old no longer has that opportunity.” Senator Richard D. Roth, whose district covers part of the Riverside area, was unavailable
for comment as of press time. Some business owners do not feel that they will be impacted by the pay increase because they have already been paying their employees above the state minimum. Paul Williamson, a Fallbrook resident who owns Art Signworks, Inc. in Murrieta, has 10 fulltime employees that are paid $17 to $23 an hour. “Even though we have a lot of competition from countries all over the U.S., we charge enough for our products so that I can pay them a living wage, and these skilled craftsmen have been with the company three to nine years,” said Williamson, who sells products through the internet and retailers. “Sure, I could pay them less and they’d probably stay on, but it is not the right thing to do.
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I am not worried about the minimum wage increase; it’s about time. There are way too many small businesses who are trying to make a buck on the backs of their employees.” For those who have worked in minimum wage positions, the increase in pay and possible lack of jobs may encourage selfimprovement. Symphony Ariosta, a Fallbrook resident and owner of landscape design company Sweet Serenity Conceptual Landscape Designs, worked in the foodservice industry for over eight years, mainly as a server. However, once minimum wage began to increase, she found it exceedingly difficult to find local work. “I turned to school and learned a trade,” said Ariosta. “It has been no easy road, but with how the economy is becoming so inflated and over manipulated, I find that we are beginning to revert to age-
old business practices by both bartering goods and services, as well as finding niches where our talents may prove useful, and by doing so create a new job or opportunity for ourselves.” Ariosta believes that many hard working individuals will use this time to refine their skills and improve their lives. “This new economy may be swallowing people whole, but while being chewed up between the nation’s jaws, it has also acted as pressure does to coal: it’s been transforming many of us into people of substance and worth,” said Ariosta. “It’s allowing us to reach for opportunities we never would have seen otherwise, had we stayed in our comfortable ‘minimum wage’ job cage.” Ray Falkner, owner of Falkner Winery, finds it unusual that hard-working individuals stay in minimum wage positions at all. “People who perform well − they are incredibly hospitable with customers, are engaging, and work through that engagement − they don’t stay in minimum wage jobs very long,” explained Falkner. “At the winery, their wage is elevated quickly because of their performance. Those who don’t perform get let go. Those who are good performers will just ride the wave.” “The minimum wage was the minimum an employer could pay for an entry level employee that would need to be trained,” continued Falkner. “Now this increase reduces the chance of any individual getting those jobs because owners will want someone who is already skilled and has some experience. I feel for those who are coming out of high school or college looking for somewhere to start. They are going to be the ones who lose out.” To comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews. com
Menifee conducts voter poll to gauge sales tax measure Jacob Preal WRITER
Menifee City Council hosted a budget workshop before a regularly scheduled meeting June 1, approving the annexation of a Rite Aid territory under the Community Facilities District and discussed amending the Quimby Ordinance developer credit. The city’s Quimby Ordinance is the municipal code which allows developers to receive credit for excess park dedication in certain instances. Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates returned with a completed voter poll and analysis of a suggested 1 percent sales tax. Council advised staff to evaluate the results and return Aug. 3 with proper language for the sales tax increase to appear on the November election. Finance Director Bruce Foltz explained that the city anticipates a 4.4 percent property tax increase and population growth of around 2 percent. According to Foltz, sales tax revenue will remain about the same, with the slight possibility of buildings that are being developed reaching completion and drawing in revenue, though city staff does not know when that will be available. Within the general budget, police and firefighters have increased 6.5 percent in the general fund this year with the city seeing about a 19 to 20 percent increase over the past two years. Mayor Scott Mann stated that the council did “authorize, and will be voting on it the next meeting, to dip into the reserve to maintain public safety at the current level year over year.” In order to capitalize on funding for safety in the city, Council also approved the annexation of a territory that includes a local Rite Aid to the CFD. Developer Foothill Arch, LLC filed petitions to the Council, requesting help with the annexation process so that the Rite Aid store can contribute, through taxation, to the maintenance costs of public improvements. These include landscaping and lighting, water quality improvements, street sweeping, trains and parks maintenance and graffiti. Once the annexation was approved, Council also approved the levy and collection of special
taxes in CFD. Both motions were passed unanimously. A special landowner election was also conducted on the subject and the landowner voted in favor of annexation. In addition, the city established a type of roll over system for developers to bank excess park credits. Holding onto such credits can allow developers to build within a two mile radius of their initial site. Credits can be transferred by written agreement but cannot be cashed in for a city refund and will expire after ten years unless renewed by the Parks, Recreation & Trails Commission. After conducting a voter poll from May 9 through May 12, Miranda Everitt, representative of FM3, reported the results back to the city. FM3 was commissioned by Menifee to help seek new methods of generating revenue for keeping citizens safer. The sample FM3 selected was intended to demographically reflect the typical population that will come out to vote in November. Of the 400 polled, 72 percent agree that the city provides high quality services and 77 percent believe Menifee provides a better quality of life than surrounding cities. More than a third would strongly agree with this statement. “Voters are overwhelmingly optimistic about the direction of life in Menifee,” said Everitt. Seeking to ultimately produce language for a ballot measure, FM3 introduced questions that would give insight as to whether or not a one percent sales tax measure would pass. Fifty-five percent would vote yes, with four percent undecided. At 55 percent, the city is right on the cusp of passage when the 4.9 percent margin of error is accounted for. The poll also found that, should the measure pass, citizens would most like to see the funding be put towards an accountability provision that ensures all funds stay in Menifee, road and traffic improvements and public safety, including faster 911 response times. Mayor Pro Tem Greg August made a motion to direct staff to continue devising the wording for a November ballot measure. The Council agreed, 5-0. Staff is to report back to Council Aug. 3, with a completed measure.
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Mandates for state prisons crippling county jails Trevor Montgomery WRITER
According to data collected by cities and counties throughout California, crime is up across the board. Law enforcement agencies, government organizations and citizens alike have felt the dramatic increase in crime and are beginning to question what caused the drastic fluctuation and how to stop what law enforcement officials from across the state are calling an increasing crisis. “I’m sure the hundreds of violent crime victims and their families would agree that we are in crisis,” David Brown, Chief of Police for the City of Hemet said. “It’s a lethal formula when you release thousands of violent criminals in a county with a severely undersized jail system and understaffed police departments.” A problem decades in the making, only recently-passed legislation, mandates and laws help residents understand how California came to be in its current situation. Understanding AB 109 (Public Safety Realignment Act) To abide by a federal court’s order to decrease California’s prisons population, in April 2011 the California Legislature and Governor Jerry Brown passed Assembly Bill 109. It was intended to cut the number of inmates in the state’s 33 prisons to 137.5 percent of design capacity by June 27, 2013. At the time, the state’s prison system was operating at roughly 180 percent of its designed operating capacity. Under AB 109 mandates, certain “low-level” felonies would require incarceration in county jails, as opposed to state prisons. This helped the state prison system meet its court-ordered reduction in population but also strained an already overcrowded county jail system in many counties throughout the state. In addition, all newly convicted, non-violent, non-serious and nonsex offenders, the “three nons” or “N3,” without current or prior
serious or violent offenses now serve their sentences in county jail, instead of state prison. AB 109 also mandated that instead of reporting to state parole officers as they did previously upon release, these “N3” offenders are now being supervised by county probation officers. Although AB 109 was designed to prevent overcrowding prisons, Riverside County was already dealing with its own overcrowding problems. Since 1993, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has been operating under federal court order, requiring the release of inmates whenever any of Riverside County›s five jails exceed their own maximum capacity. During the first 19-years after the federal court Order in 1993, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department was forced to release 24,236 inmates early due to lack of jail bed capacity. Overcrowding forced the number of releases during the first four years following AB 109 realignment to surpass the entire 19-year combined total by more than 4,000 additional releases. By 2015, the sheriff›s department was forced to release 28,742 inmates from custody early to stay in compliance. Understanding Prop 47 (“Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act”) In an effort to ease jail overcrowding caused by AB 109 realignment, California voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 47, referred to as the “Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act” by supporters. Under new Prop 47 guidelines, some nonviolent offenses, including possession of drugs like cocaine, heroin and Rohypnol, were re-categorized as misdemeanors rather than felonies. “The year 2015 was the year of early release,” Harriett Fox, a Northern California correctional officer wrote in a 2015 article for PoliceOne.com. “In October, some 6,000 prisoners were identified for early release into their communities as part of the federal government’s
‘retroactive sentencing reductions for nonviolent drug offenders.’” Police chiefs throughout California also expressed concern about the increasing phenomenon of “frequent flier” criminals – individuals who exploit Prop 47 to commit new crimes. Sean Hadden, the City of Murrieta›s Police Chief said, “Although those that authored and supported Prop 47 state it is too early to equate the rising crime across California on Prop 47, there is little doubt in the law enforcement community that it is a big contributor.” The combined effect of AB 109 and Prop 47 on Riverside County jails Overall, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has seen an 18 percent decrease in the number of jail bookings. However, the number of inmates in custody based on AB 109 mandates has continued to rise. According to sheriff’s officials, the increase of AB 109 realignment inmates has effectively negated any anticipated relief from Prop 47. “We have been operating at maximum capacity since realignment began. Unfortunately, that is why we are still being forced to release people,” Riverside County Assistant Sheriff Jerry Gutierrez explained. Because many N3 inmates are considered long-term, the jail population for Riverside County has only increased, leading to a lack of available beds for inmates. When taking into consideration the continued population growth and overall size of Riverside County, the number of available beds is significantly inadequate, according to sheriff officials. Post-Release Community Supervision (PRCS) was established by Public Safety Realignment legislation as a form of county supervision for inmates being released from state prison and already serving time for one of the newly designated N3 crimes. Judges can impose “split sentencing” for people convicted of N3 felonies. Split sentences require a portion of one’s
sentence spent in county jail with the rest spent under “Mandatory Supervision,” where the county probation department supervises probationers. To help deal with the early release of PRCS probationers requiring Mandatory Supervision, Riverside County public safety agencies formed multi agency task forces, such as the Post-Release Accountability Teams (P.A.C. Teams) to make sure that those people on Mandatory Supervision and PRCS comply. The sheriff’s department has also continued to expand its “alternatives to incarceration programs.” The county offers full and part-time Work Release as well as full and part-time Supervised Electronic Release. Additionally, the county continues to contract with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for inmate fire camp beds. The sheriff’s department is also exploring housing inmates in other counties. Citizens and law enforcement officers feel biggest impact “AB 109 impacted the county
jails and county probation the most,” Hadden explained. “The county jails were not designed to house prisoners for long periods of time. They do not have the medical, recreational and other required services long-term housing requires. Essentially, the State pushed their responsibilities onto the counties.” Brown agreed with Hadden, “It is our communities that have taken the brunt of the impact and we must now find ways to reduce and prevent crime with fewer resources,” he said. Many law enforcement officials throughout California agree those who have suffered the biggest impact of the changes are the crime victims and front-line law enforcement officers who are forced to interact with the criminals released due to jail overcrowding. “Far too many good people have been victimized unnecessarily as a result of poor policy,” Brown explained. “Cities in California that decide to make public safety a priority will thrive, those that don’t will be overrun. It’s that simple.”
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Strutting down the catwalk, Lake Elsinore resident wins Ms. California Plus pageant Raevyn Walker VALLEY NEWS INTERN
Rodrique proves to be a role model for all. Over her life span, Rodrique nearly lost her home, Each woman steps on to the suffered abuse, and lived as a stage enchanting the judges with single mom, while never losing their sparkling dresses and immac- her desire to serve others. “Kristie is my hero,” said Cher ulate makeup. The judges scribble down notes, not just evaluating Rue, actress, writer, and Director their twirls and twinkles, but their of the California Plus America Pageant. “She is an amputee, but inner beauty, too. After deliberation, the judges she doesn’t let it stop her. She is always the of the 2016 first one to C a l i f o r - “When I see someone, I don’t see nia Plus them for any faults that they have, rhaainsde ahnedr America, say, ‘I want a pageant I see them for a genuine person, to help out.’ centered on because that’s how I see myself,” Sometimes empower- Kristie Rodrique, Miss California Plus Kristie gets ing women over size 14, selected Kristie tired, but you never see it. She Rodrique of Lake Elsinore as pushes through.” For Rodrique, her disability Ms. California. They placed the intricate silver crown on top of the and other obstacles showed her head of a woman who had her right the true meaning of inner beauty leg amputated at six, worked as a and helped her “understand what X-ray technician, and participated others have been through.” “When I see someone, I don’t in a myriad of community service events, most significantly, Limbs see them for any faults that they have, I see them for a genuine for Life. Rodrique believes participating person, because that’s how I see in the pageant helped her to grow myself,” Rodrique said. Winning the pageant served as a even more as a woman. She said, “I had never been onstage before testament of Rodrique’s abilities, this, due to my stage fright. I’m especially after all the years she just a whole new person and (the spent with a disability. “Being an amputee and showpageant) helped me make myself into a beautiful role model for my ing other people what people with disabilities are capable of means daughter,” she said. Taking her place as queen after a huge amount to me,” she said. enduring a string of obstacles, “I never let my disability stop
me from doing things that I’ve wanted to try. I want to inspire other people to be able to do that as well and to see that anything is possible.” Rodrique first heard about the pageant from Cher Rue, during a celebrity charity event at a children’s hospital. “I met Cher. She is an amazing woman who saw something in me and started talking to me about the pageant,” Rodrique said, “At the time, I was in a really odd spot in my life... I lost who I was, and through her and the pageant, I found myself. I can’t even put into words all the things this event has done for me.” Always dedicated to seeing plus size women shine, Rue became the director of the California Miss Plus America Pageant three years ago after leading Rock Your Curves, a free plus size fashion show, for five years. Rue said she got involved in the plus size community because, “I wanted to show people that it doesn’t matter what size you are, or what you look like.” In the future, Rue hopes to expand the program to increase the impact. “I hope we have 50 more girls,” Rue said. “I hope we can one day have (the pageant) on TV so that the whole world can see, and we can help as many as we can.” For Rue, the Plus Pageants resemble the popular Miss America
Ms. California Plus, Kristie Rodrique, beams next to fellow queens Miss California Plus, Alexis King, Mrs. California Plus America, Alicia Taylor, Executive Director, Cher Rue and Executive Assistant, Shirleen Courtesy photo Stone, after receiving her award.
shows, with significant improvements. Aside from the absence of swimsuits, the Pageant serves not as a mere competition to determine who stands out as a queen, but as a means of connection to help each delegate shine. The pageant mentors the attendees and encourages them to go out to their respective neighborhoods and spread the knowledge. “We try to keep (the women) involved even if they don’t win,” Rue said. “What we say is it’s ‘team we’, not ‘me.’ We can
accomplish more, if we do it together.” Rodrique even indicated that the community that she received from the event was more invaluable and indelible than her exquisite crown. “The one thing that is really big in the California Plus America Pageant is the sisterhood between all of the delegates and the queens,” Rodrique said. “The delegates are very supportive of each other and very loving. It’s not just a journey of yourself. We all take the journey together.”
Temecula council lifts microbrewery moratorium, cements plan for helicopter landings at hospital Tim O’Leary VALLEY NEWS STAFF
In rapid succession, Temecula council members recently ended a moratorium on microbreweries and then pinpointed the location in which its hospital can stage its air ambulance takeoffs and landings. There was scant audience input on the moratorium that temporarily halted the approval or expansion of microbreweries and craft beer tasting rooms. There was a profusion of public comments – almost all of which sided with the hospital – on the landing zone issue. Temecula Valley Hospital supporters included a parade of directors, doctors, administrators and air ambulance personnel. “This is very important to me,” said Joan Sparkman, a leader in the region’s education, business
and medical services fields. “We absolutely need it for our community. What it does is save lives.” The moratorium had been in place for nearly 45 days. The helipad issue has been hovering since the hospital opened in October 2013 and interim measures allowed flights to occur in critical care instances. “Life is full of trade-offs,” Mayor Mike Naggar said following the last of the back-to-back items on the council’s May 24 agenda. Only Naggar and two colleagues voted on the items. Council members Jeff Comerchero and Maryann Edwards were absent due to their attendance at a Las Vegas shopping center trade show. Trade-offs came into play on both issues. New regulations were imposed upon microbreweries and craft
beer tasting rooms. In exchange, the new rules and zoning changes will make it easier for the businesses to increase their hours, expand their tasting areas and offer live music and patio seating. In the other issue, the council had to weigh the noise and intrusion concerns of a nearby homeowners association against the safety hazards that could occur if the helipad were located elsewhere on the 35-acre hospital property. Naggar noted that he will be as impacted as anyone, as he said the helicopter flight paths come “almost over” his house. “I’m willing to put up with that,” said Naggar, who agreed with several speakers who pointed out that lives are at stake when helicopter transports come into play. Each hearing lasted about an hour.
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The moratorium issue triggered considerable council dissection and fine tuning, but only one audience member commented. That speaker primarily focused on industry nuances that council members said they might address later. Afterward, a cluster of microbrewery operators and employees huddled in the City Hall lobby to rehash the outcome and predict what it means for their businesses. City staff sought the moratorium because a surging popularity in microbreweries and craft beer tasting rooms fueled requests for increased hours, live entertainment and expanded sales and serving space. Over the past decade, microbreweries have proliferated and rapidly expanded in key hubs across the county. San Diego established itself as an early node in the fast-growing industry as consumer demand for craft beers has mushroomed. That trend has also taken hold in Temecula. It currently has six microbreweries that are largely based in the city’s industrial areas. In addition, several restaurants that brew their own beer have staked out key locations in city commercial districts. Those expansion requests raised city staff concerns over potential parking, noise and alcohol consumption issues. Council members approved staff recommendations to create new zoning designations that come with tailored operating conditions. Adoption of the new rules signaled the end of the moratorium May 27. The council will likely review the effectiveness of the changes, possibly in two years. “Because this was something new to us, we took a pause to look at this,” Councilman Mike McCracken said in summary. “If it starts to go in a way we don’t plan on it going, we might need to take another look at this.” The helipad location isn’t expected to get a second look. The plan that went before the council was first reviewed by city planning commissioners, the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission, Caltrans Division of Aeronautics and the Federal Aviation Administration.
City Attorney Peter Thorson also noted that the potential impacts of all the options were vetted by initial and supplemental environmental studies. “Very thoroughly, I might add,” Thorson said. The recommended location emerged after numerous alternatives were studied. The helipad location will remain in use until a second hospital tower is built. The helipad would then be located atop the new building. The hospital owner has not identified a construction timetable for the second tower. Los Ranchitos officials asked that the helipad be located away from an equestrian trail that is under the homeowner association’s jurisdiction. The trail flanks the hospital’s north side. But such a placement triggered safety concerns from city staff and speakers. Thirteen audience members spoke in favor of the recommended helipad location. Some of those speakers warned that helicopter operations could alarm or distract drivers if landings or takeoffs occur too close to nearby Temecula Parkway. Other concerns centered on the hazard of exposing helicopters to strong crosswinds, especially those during unpredictable Santa Ana conditions. Nearly 95 helicopters have flown in and out of the hospital from its opening until March 21, according to a city staff report. Of those, 92 percent of the flights were tasked with flying criticallyill patients to larger hospitals or pediatric centers. The remaining 8 percent was split between incoming heart and stroke patients and training flights. In the end, Naggar concluded that it is unlikely a horse and rider would be nearby on the rare occasion that an air ambulance arrives or leaves while transporting a critically-injured patient. He closed by extolling the medical aid pilots to “fly carefully” as they serve the public in doing their jobs. “We don’t want to ignore the homeowner association’s concerns, but they can be properly mitigated as the environmental documents suggest,” Naggar said.
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Temecula’s Civil War incident to take to avoid the volunteer troops at Camp Wright. Posted in Temecula, these letters were soon confiscated and furnished to Major Edwin Rigg, commander of Camp Wright. They held clues that proved the undoing of the Showalter Party. Showalter’s group was located at a nearby ranch the following midnight and escorted to Camp Wright at daylight. Taken to Fort Yuma, they were held a number of months and released after taking a loyalty oath. Camp Wright received the distinction of the only military action of the Civil War in California,
with the aid of some confiscated letters in Temecula. After his release from Fort Yuma, Dan Showalter became a lieutenant colonel in the Confederate service. The public is invited to take tours of Old Town Temecula from the comfort of a padded chair during the next Temecula Valley Historical Society presentation Monday, May 23 at 6 pm in the Little Temecula History Center. Dale Garcia, a popular tour guide for the Temecula Valley Museum and who also does “Ghost Tours” on the side will present “A Virtual
Tour of Old Town Temecula” in photographs, stories and anecdotes that will be both entertaining and educational. Garcia has collected stories and photos for over a decade and is generous in sharing Temecula lore. The Temecula Valley Historical Society meets on the fourth Monday of each month beginning with a social time with refreshments at 5:30 pm. The Little Temecula History Center is the red barn next to Kohls at the corner of Wolf Store Road and Redhawk Parkway.
Oak Grove Stage Stop - Camp Wright hospital during Civil War. Bonnie Martland photo
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In the 1860 election, Abraham Lincoln, the first Republican President, won California by the slimmest of margins, aided by a splintered Democratic party. Still, California was a deeply divided state. Many in the southern counties had immigrated from the South and held Confederate sympathies. Numerous proposals for dividing the state into two separate states had been proposed. Feelings ran high among the state’s legislators. There were defections and resignations, and a duel by elected members of the state legislature over the issue of secession and its underlying causes. Northern county politicians feared their southern counterparts would aid in delivering the lower half of the state to the Confederacy. The rumored dangers to the Union’s hold on California were not without foundation, a fear compounded as the few federal troops in California were sent eastward to fight the war. At the outset of the war most Californians rallied around the President and the nation. However, knowledge that not all the state’s citizenry had disavowed their support for the Confederacy created uncertainty for Californians akin to living in a border state. For citizens in southern California, a surveyor’s mark away from Confederate occupied territory in Arizona and much of the Southwest, tensions ran high. In response to a call by the Secretary of War, volunteer enlistments quickly exceeded the state’s required quota of volunteers. The
new volunteers, mostly from the northern counties, were sent southward. They had a three-fold job: watch for secessionist activities, protect settlers from the Native Americans who were taking advantage of the recalled federal troops to harass citizens and protect ocean and land commercial routes. Military posts were quickly established to train and supply troops. One of these posts was just a short distance from Temecula. Camp Wright was established at Oak Grove. It was strategically placed on the road to Fort Yuma on the old Southern Immigrant Trail and Butterfield stage route. This route was the most logical route of invasion and also of egress for those wishing to aid the South. Several well-known Confederate officers had already taken advantage of it to go to the aid of Jefferson Davis. California Assemblyman Charles Percy was killed in a duel with his counterpart Dan Showalter, the climax of a heated exchange in the California Assembly. Within a few months Showalter resigned from public office and finalized his plans to offer his services to the Confederacy. After inquiries, it was decided to adopt a route similar to that taken by the officers who had left before him. Showalter and a group of likeminded companions arrived in Temecula from the Los Angeles area without incident. Their confidence bolstered, they spent the evening relaxing at a local establishment writing letters to family and friends. Some of these letters detailed the route the group planned
Menifee honored as 2016 Playful City USA community ated a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan to provide direction for development, re-development, expansion and enhancements of the city’s park system, open spaces, trails, recreation facilities and program services. Through two new ordinances, City Council adopted in 2014, Menifee requires developers to provide park dedication, or in-lieu fees for the requirement, for new residential developments within the city aimed at increasing the quality of life for Menifee residents. “It’s a huge honor to be named a Playful City USA,” said Community Services Director Robert Lennox. “It not only validates the many programs staff is implementing to encourage Menifee residents to get outside and be active, receiving this designation makes the city eligible to apply for large grants to help fund more programs and initiatives to promote an active youth community.” Menifee is one of only 257 cities nationwide recognized as a Playful City USA community by KaBOOM!, a national nonprofit that creates places to play, inspires communities to promote and support play, and works to drive the national discussion about the importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives. Since 1996, KaBOOM! has collaborated with partners to build, open or improve nearly 16,300 playgrounds, engaged more than 1 million volunteers and served 8.1 million kids. For more about the Playful City USA program, visit www.playfulcityusa.org.
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Fingerprints Museum leaves imprint in children’s minds Trevor Montgomery STAFF WRITER
With summer here and many children home during the day, parents throughout the valley are left trying to find ways to entertain their little ones. Fingerprints Youth Museum in Hemet offers the perfect opportunity for parents, grandparents and guardians to treat their children to a fun-filled day away from home in a safe and clean environment where little imaginations can have huge fun. “We have designed Fingerprints to be a place where children can gain a sense of community while offering them safe place to play and learn,” Camille Roberts, Fingerprints program director, said. “The museum has everything you might see in any community and features businesses that can be found right here in Hemet.” Fingerprints has many interactive displays, miniature buildings, exhibits and vehicles, all of which children can touch, play with, climb on and use their imaginations to have countless hours of fun adventures. Roberts announced Fingerprints is having an open house Friday, June 17, from 6-8 p.m. and is open to the public and free of charge. Light refreshments will be served. Fingerprints stimulate the imagination “The displays, buildings, and exhibits represent places and things children see here in their own community,” Roberts explained. “Children have such huge imaginations and Fingerprints offers kids a place to explore, play and burn off some of that boundless energy they have.” The miniature community offers its young visitors many areas where they can explore and play. A fitness center sponsored by maxvo2 fitness features tiny exercise equipment and young shoppers can buy their groceries in a scaled-down Wal-Mart. There is a miniature Bank of Hemet, a pint-
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sized Hemet Police station and post office sponsored by Hemet Sunrise Rotary. It includes a pretend doctor’s office and a pretend animal shelter sponsored by the Ramona Humane Society. Some of the full size and scaleddown vehicles featured at Fingerprints include a Hemet Fire Department fire engine, where children can use their imaginations to battle pretend fires. A Hemet Police patrol car and two retired police motorcycles offer future officers the chance to chase “bad guys” and an AMR ambulance helps young paramedics provide medical assistance to “injured” patients. There is even a small-scale version of one of Waste Management’s eco-friendly trash trucks. Two of the museum’s most popular interactive exhibits are “K-KID” and “Dino-Quest.” K-Kid is a make-believe television station where children can report current events on a “live” news set and can see themselves on TV. Dino Quest offers future archeologists a chance to learn about paleontology with a dinosaur-themed excavation site where they can dig for buried dinosaur bones. The interactive exhibits feature costumes and items that would typically be used by the adults. Other exhibits where children love to play include a tiny house, an oldfashioned phone booth and a small airplane. Smaller children can play in the Little Critters Kingdom and
enjoy quiet time in a room filled with small toys, stuffed animals and a TV. Fun programs offered Roberts’ favorite things were the museum’s new art stand where children can color, draw and even learn how to paint, taught by a caring and patient museum employee and “Friday Family Nights Under the Lights,” which begins June 10 and continues through Aug. 5. Families have the opportunity to visit the museum those nights at the discounted rate of $2 for children and $1 for adults. Fingerprints offers a Kids Camp, where children can experience a week of fun-filled learning. During the camp children have an opportunity to learn how to make their own pizzas and enjoy interactive learning. The first weeklong 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. camp is scheduled June 10-14 and the second during the same hours is scheduled for July 22-26. Fingerprints Youth Museum is located at 123 S. Carmalita Avenue in Hemet. Museum staff can be reached at (951) 765-1223. They can also be contacted via email. General Admission is $5 for anyone aged 2 to 55 and children under two are free. Fingerprints also offers a senior citizens discount. Fingerprints is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. They are also open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Temecula examines path as future budget worries cited Tim O’Leary VALLEY NEWS STAFF
Temecula’s financial health will be stable in the coming fiscal year, but underlying weaknesses pose serious problems for the future, city officials agreed recently. The consensus that emerged in a city budget workshop was not new. Temecula’s city staff has been raising such concerns for more than two years and a key recreation project
was stopped in its tracks in October. But the concerns are intensifying over flat revenues, skyrocketing public safety costs, aging city infrastructure and a stretched-to-the-limit workforce. “It is a concern,” City Manager Aaron Adams said as he opened his presentation. Much of the session focused on the sharp increases in police contracting costs, an issue that has triggered a $195,000 study involving numerous
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Some council members fretted that staffing gap may widen in the years ahead. The May 26 workshop on budget and capital improvement issues lasted nearly 2 1/2 hours. About 25 audience members attended the session, most of them city staff and union leaders. Temecula amassed enviable budget surpluses as its population more than quadrupled to about 109,100 residents since it became a city in December 1989. For much of Temecula’s history, the city has seen its revenues steadily grow as it added new car dealers, shopping centers and a regional mall. As a result, past councils rarely wavered when they voted to build and open new parks, community centers, museums and a library and theater. But the annual revenue increases leveled off and dipped as most of the city’s large open tracts of land were developed. Then rising police and fire protect costs began to gnaw at city revenues. Police contract costs are expected to climb about 8 percent in the current fiscal year. Police costs have increased 13 percent from 2009 until 2014, according to a staff analysis. Over the next few years, the city’s population is expected to grow by two-percent annually. Revenues are expected to increase by less than four-percent a year. Conversely, costs could climb by nearly sixpercent by 2020-21, estimates show. Temecula is one of 17 cities that contract with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for police services. Those cities say such contracts help them limit labor and liability costs by sharing the expenses of providing routine patrols as well as such specialized services as homicide investigators, bomb squads, SWAT teams and forensic labs. Much of the upcoming contract increases are due to current and future labor and pension agreements with public safety agencies. Furthermore, Temecula was required to pay about $500,000 as its share of the cost to upgrade the Sheriff’s Department’s communications system. The inability to stem contract cost increases openly frustrated several Temecula council members and staff at the budget workshop. “We can’t afford them,” Adams said. He winced over the prospects of running the police department with fewer officers than the goal set by city’s target staffing ratio. “That’s unfortunate,” Adams said. “At some point that’s going to come back and
bite us and we have to be very careful about that.” Edwards described rising police costs as “the elephant in the room” that cannot be ignored. Mayor Mike Naggar said the need to put more police on the street will continue to grow as much of Temecula’s focus shifts to a tourism-based economy. “There are rippling repercussions here that need to be addressed,” Naggar said. Councilman Jeff Comerchero questioned the resilience of the surplus funds maintained by the city. He asked how long those accounts can offset future deficits, especially if the city is tested by an earthquake or other calamity. The council has detailed the looming shortfalls at a series of community workshops and in surveys that focused on the fiscal challenges ahead. Those presentations touched on a potential sales tax increase that could be placed on a future city ballot. But there has been no formal discussion of that tax option by the council. For the first time in recent memory, budget concerns prompted the Temecula council in October to shelve plans to renovate and open a new public facility. That action left the fate of a new community center and indoor pool in limbo. The new facility had been studied for years until uncertainty surfaced over how to renovate and staff an existing building that the city had obtained at no cost. The council rejected all the bids that were submitted to renovate the building the city took over from a bankrupt YMCA chapter. The lowest bid for the renovation work was $1.8 million. With the inclusion of contingency costs, the price tag for the project totaled nearly $2.2 million, according to a city staff report. A staff estimate indicated it would cost about $90,000 a year to operate the Margarita Community Park center. There was no mention of that recreation project at the recent budget workshop. Instead, council members examined staff efforts to upgrade teen programs and services at Ronald Reagan Sports Park. Council members were also briefed on a potential timetable to open a fire station that was mothballed after it was built next to the Roripaugh Ranch subdivision many years ago. Adams said home building has rebounded in the tract, conditions that will fuel the need to open that station in a couple of years.
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Many of those in attendance used the large wings from DC-3 and other airplanes to Ricardo Ruelas photo protect themselves from the heat of the sun.
Saturday’s show was interrupted several times by Cal Fire Aviation crews, who spent the Ricardo Ruelas photo entire day battling a 140-acre wildfire south of Temecula.
AIR SHOW from page A-1 Visitors got to enjoy displays of classic cars, as well as shopping for souvenirs and eating from a variety of food provided by food trucks and other vendor booths. “I didn’t get anything to eat from the food trucks or concession stands, but I heard everyone was really happy with the food they had,” Strangis said. “I did get an ice-cold lemonade and it was fresh, delicious and refreshing on such a hot day.” Families with children enjoyed the Kids’ Zone where there were giant inflatable bounce houses, face painting and fun crafts for the children. The air show included performances by aerobatic aces such as Vicky Benzing, whose stunt-performance flying wowed crowds. Kent Pietsch amazed those in attendance with his deathdefying aeronautical stunts, such as a dead-stick maneuver, which entails turning the engine off from 6,000 feet. He also amazed the crowds with a rooftop landing on a moving truck. Jon Melby, in his Pitts S-I-IIB Muscle bi-plane and F-4, P-51 and F-86 flybys added to the air show’s excitement. “Pilots had an opportunity to demonstrate fighter techniques and many of the planes trailed smoke behind them,” Strangis said. “The stunt performances and exhibition of military dogfighting tactics added to the excitement of those performing stunts. While the pilots performed, the announcer was describing their maneuvers and what they were used for, which really enhanced my experience.” Edwardo Gonzalez, a San Jacinto resident who brought his entire family, said this was his third time visiting Hemet-Ryan’s biennial air show. Gonzalez said his favorite part of the air show was getting to see all the antique planes and watching them perform the stunts. “Of course, my kid’s favorite part of the show was the Kids Zone,” Gonzalez said. There was also a variety of static displays with military planes as well as vintage and civilian aircraft for attendees to get a close-up look at. Many in attendance used the wings of the planes to shade themselves from the sun, sitting in folding lawn chairs and on blankets spread out on the airport’s tarmac. Several of the scheduled performances were either not able to perform or had their performances cut short due to a major fire incident in Temecula. However even the interruption of the air show due to CDF planes coming and going to the fire south of Temecula only added to some of the attendees experience. “The CDF tankers coming in periodically to reload with fireretardant and taking off to fight the fire in Temecula was really something to see,” Strangis said. “I had heard that Hemet-Ryan is where they load up because they manufacture the flame retardant there and seeing them refueling and refilling with fire-retardant was a real learning experience. “Overall, I had a great time and everyone I talked to had a wonderful time,” Strangis said. “I was really glad I went and I am looking forward to their next air show. The event was everything I was expecting it to be and more.”
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From the static displays to the Kids Zone to the vendor booths, there was enough variety to give everyone in attendance a memorable experience. John Strangis photo
Children and adults alike enjoyed seeing the inside of Hemet PD’s patrol vehicles. John Strangis photo
Stunt pilot Vicky Benzing wowed the crowds with her aeronautical skills. John Strangis photo
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Members of a local RC airplane club performed stunts to an enthusiastic crowd with their scaled down airplanes. Ricardo Ruelas photo
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CIF Champs: Rams go the distance
Murrieta Mesa players storm the field at San Manuel Stadium in San Bernardino after winning the CIF-SS Division 1 Baseball Championships.
Alicia Salcedo photo
3-2 win over Harvard-Westlake brings first ever CIF Baseball Championship to Murrieta Mesa JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR
It’s been a year of firsts for the Murrieta Mesa varsity baseball team, now ranked No. 48 in the MaxPreps Top 50 national high school baseball rankings, as they ended their storybook season just before midnight Saturday, June 4, at San Manuel Stadium in San Bernardino, the home of the Inland Empire 66ers. For the first time ever the Rams had a Division 1 college commit come from the program, Andy Thomas – Baylor University. In fact, for the first time ever, they had the most ever college commits, with almost their entire senior staff, 14 players in all, now getting looks to play at the next level. They had their first ever winning season, garnishing a 22-7 overall record. They won their first ever Southwestern League title with a 12-3 first place record. They won their first ever playoff game and never looked back on the way to their first ever CIF Southern Section Championship with a 10 inning, 3-2 win over Studio City’s Harvard-Westlake Wolverines this past weekend. The top of the first inning saw Murrieta Mesa jump on the Wolverines early after lead-off hitter Justin Randle drilled the second pitch of the game up the middle for a base hit. From there the Rams took the lead when Randle scored from first on a Brad Prebay single that got away from right fielder Paul Giacomazzi. It didn’t take long for Harvard-Westlake to respond, scoring two runs off Mesa starter, sophomore Tony Carreon, in the bottom of the first inning. Senior outfielder Jake Suddleson (Harvard University commit), tripled to right field, driving in Giacomazzi, who walked to lead off the game for the Wolverines. Harvard-Westlake shortstop, John Thomas, then hit a sacrifice fly to right fielder, Justin Randle, who made a fantastic backward diving catch, which allowed Suddleson to tag-up and score, putting the Wolverines in front with a 2-1 lead. In what has grown to be an unorthodox, but effective approach over their playoff run, Head Coach Bryn Wade quickly pulled Carreon and brought in
6-foot, 6-inch lefty, Nate Stillinovich, to get out of the jam. Stillinovich would get out of the inning unscathed, but ran into trouble himself when the top of the Wolverine lineup loaded the bases with two outs the very next inning. Enter Wade, exit Stillinovich, and in the same fashion as the previous four playoff games, in went senior reliever, Kevin Palm. “I’ve learned from a lot of different people and I know it’s not what everybody else does, but it’s just part of what we do. It may be a little bit unorthodox, but it comes down to fairness. They are prepared to own their moment. My guys trust it, execute it and the credit goes to them,” said Wade after the game. Wi t h h i s t e a m t r a i l i n g , 2-1, Palm would go on to throw 7 1/3 scoreless innings of relief, allowing just three hits over the course of his winning appearance. “I knew this would be the last time I got to pitch for this team, so I was just going out every inning trying to pitch my heart out,” Palm said. It was indeed a marathon pitching clinic from both sides as Harvard-Westlake (25-9) got its own stellar relief from Gabe Golob, who came into the game replacing starter Cameron Deere (3 1/3 innings pitched) with the bases loaded in the fourth inning. The teams would go back-and-forth exchanging outs, but Golob maintained a 2-1 lead until giving up hits to Prebay, Austen Salcedo and Hunter Woodruff to load the bases in the seventh inning for Ram catcher, Andy Thomas. Thomas, who had already been intentionally walked in the game, would have to be thrown to in this situation, but he saw zero good pitches and a bases loaded walk plated Prebay to tie the game, 2-2. Wolverine reliever Nico Mannucci would be called upon to shut the remaining Rams down, which kept the game tied up. In the bottom of the seventh, Harvard-Westlake looked to be on the verge of pulling out the win as Julian Girod and Giacomazzi reached on perfectly placed bunts down the third baseline, but Suddleson, with the pressure on and two outs on the board, could not drive in a run, sending the game to extra innings. Mannucci continued his dominance retiring the side in the top
of the eighth, bringing up Leo Kaplan for the Wolverines, who reached second base on a ball hit to right field that was dropped by Justin Randle on the run. Kaplan then stole third base with no throw. Next, in an interesting move, and one that only Wade could have gotten away with, Murrieta Mesa intentionally walked sophomore Loren Franck and junior Casey Slattery to load the bases. Junior catcher, Matt Thomas, with the weight of the world on his back, rose to the occasion hitting a soft line drive up the middle that looked like it would fall, but Rams center fielder, Austen Salcedo, turned his track star speed on and made an impressive sliding grab to end the inning. The bottom of the eight was filled with energy, but after a Kevin Palm pop out and Hunter Woodruff strike out, Nico Mannucci would have to face a pumped up Austen Salcedo. Salcedo, who was hot from the plate going 3-5 on the night, singling in the fifth and seventh innings, would step in the box in the top of the ninth and lace a two-out double to the right field wall. The hit ignited the Rams dugout and brought the fans to their feet. With a Wade-like strategy in mind, Harvard-Westlake head coach, Jared Halpert, intentionally walked Andy Thomas (for the second time in the game) to get to Caiden Matkins, who was 1-4 in the game so far. Matkins would not get the chance to hit in the inning as Mannucci, after throwing one ball in the dirt, turned and picked off Salcedo at second base to end the threat. In the bottom of the ninth, after a strikeout, the Wolverines were unable to benefit from a Giacomazzi bunt for a single as he was caught stealing when second baseman, Kiel Palm, made the tag after leaping up to catch a ball that was a bit off target from Andy Thomas. Suddleson followed with a pop out to center field ending the inning, sending the game to the 10th inning. With Mannucci having only pitched 2 2/3 innings of relief, Halpert made the decision to replace him with sophomore ace, Jesse Bergin, who pitched a complete game win just four days prior against JSerra
The CIF-SS Division 1 plaque awarded to Murrieta Mesa after Alicia Salcedo photo defeating Harvard-Westlake 3-2 in extra innings.
Rams catcher, Andy Thomas, sets up as Harvard Westlake’s Matt Thomas steps in to face pitcher, Kevin Palm. Alicia Salcedo photo
in the semifinal game that got the Wolverines to the finals. “We knew it was going to come down to something special,” said Murrieta Mesa’s Andrew Dunkel. With one out in the top of the 10th inning, Zac Filos lined a ball between short and third and then
took second base on an overthrow by outfielder Leo Kaplan. The younger Palm, Kiel, came up next with a clutch single to the same side, advancing Filos to third, and that is when the Rams did what they
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HS Track & Field: Broncos capture second-straight CIF State Title Dean Fioresi SPORTSWRITER
Over the weekend, schools from all over California met at Buchanan High School in Clovis, CA for the CIF California State Championship Finals. While dozens of athletes turned in memorable performances, perhaps the most memorable came from Michael Norman, who led Vista Murrieta to its second-straight CIF State Championship in track and field. Norman was the winningest athlete on the day, racking up four different gold medals. He easily defended his 200 meter and 400 meter championships from last season, with times of 20.42 on the 200 and 45.77 on the 400. He then led the charge for the Vista Murrieta relay teams, running the last leg on the 4x100 and 4x400 relays, both ending in gold medals thanks to his inspired come-frombehind effort. Vista also received great performances from Antonio Mitchell and Cole Dubots, who finished second and third respectively in the 100 meter sprint, and a ninth-place finish from Jordan Testerman in the long jump. The all-around effort on the track eventually added up to 54 team points for the Broncos, and their second consecutive CIF State Championship. Although they won the Southwestern League Championship, Great Oak was unable to stop the Broncos’ stampede in the State Championships. However, they did turn in their own incredible performance, finishing as runners-up to Vista with 40 team points. The Wolfpack was led by none other than Isaac Cortes, the team’s top performer for most of the season. Cortes took home two gold medals in the 800 meter sprint, with a time of 1:50.75 and the 1600 meter sprint, finishing in just 4:04.62 minutes. Great Oak also had one other top 10 finisher in the 800 Nelson Quintana, (10th) and two in the 1600 meter sprint from Spencer Dodds (fifth) and Solomon Fountain (ninth). Senior Cole Spencer missed a gold medal by milliseconds in the 3200 meters, barely getting edged out by St. Joseph Notre Dame’s Cooper Teare. Great Oak thrower Seth Knowlton also took home his own silver medal on the day, thanks to his 195-foot, 3-inch discus throw, finishing behind just Bronson Osborn of Esperanza High School, who also won the shot put event. Not to be outdone by the boys’ team, the Wolfpack girls’ team finished the day in a tie for third-place with Oaks Christian. Their performance was led by Destiny Collins, who finished the day with two silver medals in the 1600 meters (4:47.77) and the 3200 meters (10:23.79). Ciynamon Stevenson added to the Wolfpack’s silver medal count with her 41-00.50 triple jump, finishing
Great Oak’s Destiny Collins (1), finished the day with two silver medals. Gene Leon-Guerrero photos
Vista Murrieta senior and 2015 Gatorade Athlete of the Year, Michael Norman, racked up four gold medals at the CIF State track meet in Clovis, CA Saturday, June 4.
Jordan Testerman of Vista Murrieta, seen here running a leg of the 4x100 relay, also had a ninth-place finish in the long jump.
Ciynamon Stevenson added to the Wolfpack’s silver medal count with her 41-00.50 triple jump.
Isaac Cortes led the Wolfpack as the team’s top performer with two gold medals.
just behind Tara Davis of Agoura. The Murrieta Mesa Rams also got in on the action on Saturday,
ninth-place in the 4x100 relay. The Temecula Valley Golden Bears had one athlete finish in the top 10, when
when senior Carlos Wedlow captured fifth-place in the 100 meter sprint, and the relay team took home
Danae Dyer captured seventh-place in the 100 meter hurdles, finishing with a time of 14.39 seconds.
Temecula Valley Hawks see soccer success over Memorial Day weekend JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR
The Temecula Valley Hawks Soccer Club played in the Poway Country Shootout over Memorial Day weekend and saw much success as a club, excelling in the first big weekend of preseason tournament play. Five teams would be crowned as champions with an additional three teams who were all runner ups. The following boys’ teams were all champions: 2009 Academy and coach Cameron Halliday, 2004, 2006 and 2007 Academy teams all coached by Ryan Halliday and the 2003 Black team coached by Pete Gregory. The following teams were runner ups, Boys 2005 Academy coached by Nick Mowl, Boys 2002 Black coached by Pete Gregory and the Girls 2003 Black coached by Hugo Canseco. The youngest champions, the Boys 2009 Academy team was playing in their first tournament
Temecula Hawks Boys 2003 Black team, Poway Country Shootout winners. Courtesy photos
as a team, playing some dominating soccer along the way to their championship. If interested in attending a Hawks Summer Camp run by many of these Hawks coaches as well as Hawks alumni, visit them on the Web at www.hawkssoccer. club. The first camp starts Monday, June 13. Kelley Collins contributed to this article.
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Local fitness pros hungry for Hungary
Menifee’s Nora Reynoso trains with friend and local competitor, Chrissy Drob, as both prepare for the JP Raineri photo INBA/PNBA Pro/Am World Championships in Budapest next week.
Local professional fitness competitors, Christina Drob and Nora Reynoso, warm up for a training session at Dave Trujillo’s personal fitness center in Old Town Temecula. JP Raineri photo
JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR
With their World Championship bodybuilding competition just one week away, local fitness pros, Nora Reynoso and Christina Drob are not letting anything stand in the way of their goals. Both, who are close friends and top competitors in the sport, with completely different approaches to their training, will be in Hungary, Budapest, this time next week competing in the INBA/PNBA Pro/Am World Championships. Drob, who hails from Murrieta, is the reigning INBA Global Pro Bikini Diva World Champion, winning the title in Dubai, UAE last year, and has been helping Reynoso with what to expect on an international level. Reynoso, a long standing resident of Menifee, is a true all-natural Pro and PNBA Pro (natural bodybuilder and fitness competitor), and in her three years of competition has won over 19 trophies, 13 of which have been first place. What makes bodybuilding so appealing to these women? Both in a roundabout way stated that lots of women come into this new element of life to get strong, to say they accomplished something or even to overcome something from their past, which is exactly what Reynoso says she was looking for when she got started. “You’re able to do things you didn’t even think were possible,” she said. The schedule of seven to eight meals and two or three workouts six days per week is intense, but “it’s all a well designed science,” said Drob. “Ninety percent of success comes from the diet; it’s the number one thing that separates a top figure competitor from the rest. It’s usually the hardest part for a newcomer. If you lack discipline, this is not the sport for you.” Reynoso agreed but added, while drinking a well made nutritional shake from Raw Revelations in Murrieta, “It’s hard but I have always loved a challenge!” The competition is designed only for bodybuilders who practice by using a natural nutrition without
the use of any substances harmful to one’s health, following the World Anti-Doping Code. It is not permitted to use any form of doping, particularly anabolic steroids and various hormones. Both admit that training for a figure competition isn’t easy. “I have to eat very clean meals and prepare meals for several days at a time and measure out my portions so I know exactly what I’m putting in my body,” said Drob, who has to find a way to work in family time with her husband and 7-year-old daughter, while also working the off hours of her days as a registered nurse. “It takes a tremendous amount of willpower. You can’t “cheat” all the time or it will show on your body. And you have to keep it up for the 12-18 weeks it takes to prep for a show.” The bikini, the high heels, the posing and of course the stage can make a woman’s figure competition look like just another beauty pageant, but that’s not so, said Reynoso, “these competitions challenge us emotionally, spiritually, physical, and intellectually in a way that pageants never would.” Reynoso has had to be very careful to avoid overtraining. “I know now that my body is a temple. I didn’t realize at first that it was so easy to compromise my health and vitality to get results,” she said. “There is always a learning curve.” Reynoso has been training on her own and has gone completely vegan, while Drob has an accountability coach this time around and has gone with a macros diet, which she says allows her to eat the things she likes in smaller portions. “It may not be the look for everybody, but training like a bodybuilder can transform your body in amazing ways,” said Reynoso, who helps out at a local community charity she loves, the Life & Love Hope Cancer Foundation when not training, competing or working at her self-owned bail bonds business, Nora’s Angelz. She also has to put family time to the side during her training, but says she makes up for it by spoiling her granddaughter while also catching up with her 25-year-old daughter and 19-year-
Chrissy Drob promotes an active lifestyle while running with daughter, Joceleine, at the Trek for Tech fundraiser held at Ysabel Barnett Elementary School in Temecula earlier this year. Courtesy photo
old-son as much as she can on a daily basis. Bodybuilders use a variety of tools to get ready for a competition, and each of these tools are in some way geared toward creating a body that possesses the greatest amounts of muscle mass and the lowest levels of body fat. “There’s more to it than just looking good as a successful figure competitor must have a great body, but even more importantly, a great stage presence and personality,” stated Reynoso. “In the end, it’s all about showmanship,” added Drob. Both agreed that their favorite part is that first moment stepping out onto the stage and knowing that all their hard work, dedication and training paid off. Drob will be competing as an Open Pro and Reynoso is going into the competition in Hungary competing as an Open and Masters Pro and both will qualify the INBA/ PNBA Natural Olympia XIX competition later this year in Las Vegas by competing in Budapest. “I didn’t want to let my title go without competing this year,” said Drob. “I love the process, the pressure, the excitement, all of it.” Sponsors like New Dawn Nutrition, Boomkinis, Yin & Yang Energy and many more have rallied behind both athletes who are very marketable and use many social media platforms like Instagram and Snap Chat to document their journeys for all to see. After they are done with the competition, both will head to Vienna, Italy for a week, which will consist of letting their hair down, celebrating their accomplishments and eating and drinking whatever their hearts desire. The Valley News will update the results once both athletes have returned home. Follow both on Instagram at @norareynoso and @mrschrissyd.
Christina Drob of Murrieta will be defending her INBA Global Pro Bikini Diva World Championship title this year in Budapest starting Friday, June 10. JP Raineri photo
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Sports RAMS from page B-1 do best — bunt. Andrew Dunkel, who replaced Randle after the mishap in the outfield, was called upon to put down the squeeze to score Filos from third base to break the 2-2 tie, which was done with great success. “I was sitting in the dugout freaking out over the game,” Dunkel said. “My hands were shaking and then coach tells me to go in. I knew I was going to have to bunt that ball as soon as I got up there, the only thing I was worried about was placing the ball so he (Filos) could score.” This was the second time Dunkel came up clutch in a pivotal situation for the Rams this season. Filos then took the mound in the bottom of the inning to close the game and retired the Wolverines, striking out the final two batters to end a marathon 10-inning game that took three hours and 36 minutes to complete. “Our goal was to play in the last game of the season, and we did! Winning and everything that has followed is because all we wanted to do is just to have fun and succeed in our moment,” Filos said. As the dugout cleared and the dog pile lifted, Mesa players
Rams junior second baseman, Kiel Palm, leaps for the catch before swiping the tag on Paul Giacomazzi late in the game.
Murrieta Mesa’s third baseman and closer on the mound, Zac Filos, makes a great play to get a huge out for the Rams in extra innings.
Senior reliever, Kevin Palm, threw seven and one-third scoreless innings of relief, allowing just three hits over the course of his winning appearance for the Rams. BHEPhotos.com photos
Murrieta Mesa’s baseball team poses with their CIF Division 1 Championship plaque and letter patches after their 3-2 victory over Harvard Westlake Saturday, June 4.
Murrieta Mesa head coach, Bryn Wade, stands with Athletic Director, John Broussard (left) and Principle, Steve Ellis (right), during the award ceremony after winning the CIF Division 1 Championship’s Saturday, June 4.
drenched Coach Wade with his second Gatorade bath of the season and posed for pictures with teammates and family afterward, passing around the championship trophy. The players took selfies, sent tweets, thanked their opponent and lived up their moment as long as they could, given the night was almost turning into the next day. “They gave us every opportunity to win, but they never gave up. You have to tip your cap to them,” Halpert said. During the victory ceremo-
Mesa last season from Lakeside in Lake Elsinore, where his teams were 14-37 in two seasons. “I also know what it means to the Murrieta community who has reached out to us in tremendous ways, and I’m just happy we got to do this for all those that didn’t doubt us.” A Cinderella season has come to an end, the only way the Murrieta Mesa baseball program would have accepted. For the school that finished last in the Southwestern League a year ago, the sky is the limit for this program that has most
ny Bryn took off his jersey to reveal a Jackie Robinson T-shirt. Wade is a third cousin of the late Hall of Famer and it’s no secret that he tries to model himself after the all-time great. He thanked his coaches, Mark Barbee, Josh Armstrong, Alex Marquardt and Donald Benson and was greeted with applause by Athletic Director John Broussard, Principle Steve Ellis and the entire section of Rams fans before giving out the awards. “This means the world,” said Wade, who came to Murrieta
certainly put the Rams on the map after adding their name to the history books this year. For Murrieta Mesa, who put up 14 hits in the ballgame, Prebay, Filos and Kiel Palm each had two hits as Austen Salcedo led all batters going 3 for 5 in the game with a double and a stolen base. Paul Giacomazzi led Harvard Westlake, going 3 for 4 with a run scored. “It’s an unbelievable feeling,” Prebay said. “There are no words to describe it. We did it. We finally did it.”
Education
MVUSD and nine schools recognized for honor roll MURRIETA – Murrieta Valley Unified School District has been selected by Educational Results Partnership (ERP) and the Campaign for Business and Education Excellence (CBEE) as one of 13 public school districts in California to receive the title of 2015 Honor Roll School District. This is the second year the district has made the honor roll. The following schools were selected to receive the title of 2015 California Honor Roll School: Alta Murrieta Elementary, Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary, E. Hale Curran Elementary, Murrieta Elementary, Rail Ranch Elemen-
tary, Tovashal Elementary, Warm Springs Middle School, Murrieta Mesa High School and Tenaja Canyon Academy. Each year after extensive analysis of student data for every public school and school district in California, ERP and CBEE present these awards to individual schools and to school districts that have excelled in raising student achievement and closing achievement gaps. Murrieta Valley Unified has one of the largest percentages of Honor Roll schools of all California school districts, particularly districts with high percentages of socioeconomically disadvantaged
students. The Honor Roll is part of a national effort to identify higherperforming schools and highlight successful practices that improve outcomes for students. School districts receiving this distinction have demonstrated consistent high levels of student academic achievement, improvement in achievement levels over time and reduction in achievement gaps among student populations. For high schools, the Honor Roll recognition also includes measures of college readiness. “We are so proud of our schools and the district for being recognized by education and business
leaders in California,” said Murrieta Valley Unified School District Superintendent Pat Kelley. “Our teachers and administrators work tirelessly to keep the focus on high expectations and student academic achievement and to continuously improve our practices. This hard work and dedication is paying off for all of our students, no matter their background.” Lee Blitch, ERP Board Chairman and President of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce said, “When we close achievement gaps, we set our children on a path of productivity that not only leads to success in the classroom, but
also prepares them to contribute to and benefit from a more productive economy. These Honor Roll schools are setting their students on the path to a college degree and the financial security of a living wage job.” The annual Honor Roll award is made possible by support from numerous businesses and organizations including State Farm, AAA, Macy’s, Wells Fargo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and several private foundations. For more information, contact Public Information Officer Karen Parris at 696-1600 ext. 1022
Pernice named to spring National Honor Society Member 2016 dean’s list at Wins National Scholarship MURRIETA – Shruti Amin, a Founder and PresiBelmont University Murrieta Valley High School senior dent of both KardzNASHVILLE, TN – Brooke Pernice of Murrieta, qualified for the spring 2016 dean’s list at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade-point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. Approximately 38 percent of Belmont’s 5,600 undergraduate students qualified for the spring 2016 dean’s list. Belmont Provost
Dr. Thomas Burns said, “This achievement for the fall semester indicates that these students have placed a high priority on their work at Belmont and have invested time and energy in their studies. It is our strong belief that consistent application in this manner will reap great benefits, which will equip them for a lifetime of learning and growing.”
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and member of the National Honor Society (NHS), has been named one of 25 national finalists in the National Honor Society Scholarship program. Amin was chosen from more than 25,000 applicants and will receive a $3,000 scholarship. “We are very proud of this well-deserved honor,” said Sherry Taufer, MVHS teacher and NHS Adviser. “Shruti has exhibited all the qualities of a National Honor Society member and she has been a leader and a positive example for the entire student body during her years at Murrieta Valley High School.” High school seniors who are members in good standing of an active National Honor Society chapter are able to apply for an NHS Scholarship. National finalists are selected on the basis of their leadership skills; participation in service organizations, clubs, and other student groups at school and in the community and their academic record. As a finalist, Shruti Amin is recognized as one of the top 25 NHS members in the nation this school year. While at Murrieta Valley High School, Shruti Amin has been the President of National Honor Society, Junior Class Vice President, a School Board Representative, Commissioner of Academics for the Associated Student Body, Captain of both the Varsity Tennis Team and Science Olympiad and
4Kids and the Be A Buddy Club, which helps special needs children. She is a National Merit Finalist Scholar and AP Scholar with Distinction. She has been a Teen Advisor for the Murrieta Public Library and has received t h e P r e s i d e n t ’s Volunteer Service Gold Award with over 1,100 hours of service. This fall she plans to attend UCLA to study Psychobiology as a Pre-Med student. MVHS Principal Eric Mooney said, Shruti Amin “Shruti is one of the top students in her class. She is selfless, altruistic and humble. In addition to taking rigorous International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement courses, she has helped raise funds for UNICEF and earthquake relief in Nepal and she has expressed interest in serving in developing nations.” NHS Scholarships have been awarded by NASSP since 1946, providing more than $13 million in scholarships to outstanding NHS members. This year, the program awarded $500,000 in scholarships. Only chapters with active affiliation with the NHS national
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office are eligible to participate in the NHS Scholarship program. Additional information about the program can be found at www.nhs. us/scholarship. Reflecting its long-standing commitment to student leadership development, NASSP administers the National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, National Elementary Honor Society, and National Association of Student Councils. For more information about NASSP, located in Reston, Virginia, visit www.nassp.org. For more education news or to comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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El Sobrante Landfill concludes monthlong Earth Day Celebration with the participation of over 650 students
Children observe a Coastal California Gnatcatcher nest. The bird is federally listed as threatened and actively protected by the El Sobrante Landfill.
The landfill falconer Jorge Herrera offers a live demo of trained falcons humanely keeping gulls away from the trash. Courtesy photos
RIVERSIDE COUNTY – The El Sobrante Landfill just concluded its annual Earth Day celebration with a record breaking 650 people participating in a monthlong learning program. Participants ranged from children to seniors and included two local universities, Cal State Fullerton and UC Irvine, and nearby schools such as Vista Murrieta High School and Highland Elementary School. Throughout the month of April, landfill staff led the eager learners on guided tours that focused on waste reduction, environmental protection, clean technology and habitat restoration. The students also joined the facility biologist on nature hikes into the 688-acre El Sobrante Wildlife
Preserve where they observed sensitive habitats and species such as a red diamond rattle snake named “Big Red.” The Earth Day celebration culminated with a two-day conservation project to increase monarch butterfly habitat in the El Sobrante Wildlife Preserve. Led by Waste Management staff and Boy Scout Sean Peterson, Riverside County residents and Temescal Valley Troop 899 planted native milkweeds and seeds along Olsen Creek to support the monarch butterflies’ thousand-mile migration to California and Mexico. Since 2000, the El Sobrante Landfill has provided an outdoor education program that gives students, scouts and the community at large hands-on experiences with
waste, recycling and environmental stewardship. About Waste Management El Sobrante Landfill And Wildlife Preserve Wa s t e M a n a g e m e n t ’s E l Sobrante Landfill is located in the unincorporated area of Riverside County. The landfill serves more than 1 million Inland Empire residents and is a critical component of Riverside County and the greater Los Angeles region’s infrastructure. The site has more than 650 acres in permanent preservation and is a critical component of preserving open space in Riverside County. For more information on the landfill, please go to www. keepinginlandempireclean.com.
Valley News journalism summer internship program now accepting applicants Kim Harris MANAGING EDITOR
The Valley News is searching for students who are interested in learning more about the newspaper business for its summer internship program. Applicants should have both people and communication skills, as well as be a good listener and willing to hit the ground running in this fast paced program that gets interns out in the community covering issues important to readers. The Valley News would like to offer five individuals a one-day office-based and six-week in-thefield non-paid journalism training internship for ethical and truly motivated individuals, who do not have a biased agenda of some kind and would like to serve the greater community. This will be an opportunity to interview community members, write feature and news stories,
take photos, gather photo caption information, and work inside the Temecula-based newsroom during one day each of the six weeks to learn technical skills and gain inside knowledge from real working journalists. Internships for sales and marketing are also available. All applicants must be at least age 16 and have transportation to be able to cover events and commute to the Temecula office. To apply, send your name, address, phone number, email, age and a minimum of 500 words explaining why you are the right candidate for this position by June 19 to valleyeditor@reedermedia. com or by mail to the corporate mailbox at 1588 S. Mission Rd. Ste. 200, Fallbrook, CA 92028. Each intern will have the opportunity to continue their learning experience when school starts in the fall by covering school news and sporting events during the
semester. Be aware, interns will need to know how to write, be willing to learn Associated Press (AP) style, and have an unbiased opinion when reporting the news. All interns who join the Valley News this summer will receive a byline and photo credit with their stories and pictures published in the paper. Each must accept the fact that everyone gets edited – even editors. Everyone must be readily available to answer questions from the editor when she is in the process of reading their submitted stories. All internships are unpaid positions. If you want to play a key role in informing mass audiences and shaping public opinion, this is the opportunity for you. Call Valley News Managing Editor Kim Harris at (760) 723-7319 for more information.
Riverside County volunteers and Temescal Valley Troop 899 plant native milkweeds and seeds in the El Sobrante Wildlife Preserve to support the monarch butterflies’ thousand-mile migration to California and Mexico.
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Two graduate Air Force basic training U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jermaine E. Freeman and U.S. Air Force Airman Madeline M. Warner graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas. Freeman is the son of Joey L. Freeman of Murrieta, and Davy L. Moore of Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
He is a 2013 graduate of Creekside High School in Murrieta. Warner is the daughter of Christopher Warner and Andrea Cleghorn and granddaughter of Diane Richard, all of Hemet. She graduated in 2014 from Vista Murrieta High School in Murrieta. The airmen completed an inten-
sive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Kroencke graduates magna cum laude from college Hampden-Sydney, VA – John Kroencke was among the 236 men who graduated Sunday, May 8, at commencement exercises marking the end of the 241st academic year at Hampden-Sydney College. Kroencke graduated magna
cum laude with a BA in mathematical economics. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Eric J. Kroencke of Menifee. A private college for men, Hampden-Sydney is ranked in the top tier of liberal arts colleges by
U.S. News & World Report. The College is known for its liberal arts curriculum, the Honor Code which stresses individual and collective responsibility and a focus on the education of young men.
Loop graduates from McKendree Flores named to LEBANON, IL – Karlie Loop, of and Health Professions. They hail Dean’s Honor Menifee, has graduated from McK- from 28 states and five countries. endree Unversity with a BA cum McKendree University is a Col- Roll for Spring
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ADA, OK – Outstanding academic work during the 2016 spring semester has earned Samantha Flores, of Quail Valley on the Dean’s Honor Roll at East Central University. The Deans’ Honor Roll lists students who have at least a 3.33 gradepoint average with no grade lower than a C. At least 12 credit hours must be completed successfully during the semester to be included on the honor roll.
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Some people have strong opinions about everything and no hesitation in sharing them, even when those opinions aren’t wanted. While that’s certainly not a formula for social success, many of us face a problem that’s quite the opposite – being hesitant to speak our mind and voice our opinions, even when invited to and when doing so could offer some real help. There may be many reasons why we’re reluctant to speak up. We may doubt the value of what we have to offer or fear our views will be criticized or rejected. Although such fears are very real, you don’t want to let them define you. Managing your fears can be a valuable skill. Rather than being silent and then regretting not saying something, learning to express yourself can bring a sense of accomplish-
SAN DIEGO – Everyone has ups and downs. Feeling sad or having “the blues” from time to time is normal. However, if those feelings will not go away, they could be a sign of depression. “Feeling sad and down are normal reactions to everyday struggles and disappointments,” said Alfredo Aguirre, director for Behavioral Health Services for the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency. “Depression is much more than just sadness. It’s a feeling of emptiness and despair that could take hold of your life and won’t go away. Depression makes it tough to function and enjoy life like you used to.” How can you tell if someone is depressed?
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than stating your views as absolute truths only you see. It is important to accept that while what you’re expressing is what you know to be true, others will be feeling exactly the same way about their opinions. You also want to be decisive, clearly and strongly stating your thoughts without worrying about the outcome. Don’t undercut your views with phrases like “Now this may not be true...” or “I’m not sure about this....” Instead, be bold, take a stand, and allow others to do the same. Speaking up allows us to interact with others and live life more fully. Sometimes your opinions may not win out, but at other times you’ll really communicate and make a difference. Counseling Corner” is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at www. counseling.org.
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ing band, as constricting blood vessels by using ice or a tourniquet can lead to amputation. Also, do not try to suck out the venom or use any device to cut or slice the area where the bite occurred. When possible, immediately wash the wound with soap and water. Also, immediately remove rings, wristwatches or anything constrictive. Most importantly, immediately seek medical attention if you believe you have been bitten by a rattlesnake.
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If an individual has several of the following signs and symptoms – especially the first two – and they don’t seem to go away, that person could be suffering from depression. Feeling hopeless and helpless: the person’s outlook on life is bleak. The individual feels as if things won’t get better and that there’s nothing they can do about it. Loss of interest in friends and favorite activities: hanging out with friends seems like a chore, and hobbies and social activities now feel like a hassle. The person has lost the ability to have fun. The person is tired all the time and has aches and pains: the individual feels physically drained. Even small tasks feel exhausting and endless. The individual experiences physical ailments such as headaches, back pain, and aching muscles. Changes in sleep and appetite: the person is either not sleeping or sleeping too much. The individual experiences significant weight gain or loss; with body weight changing by more than five percent in a month. Trouble concentrating and difficulty with easy tasks: the person has trouble focusing, making decisions or remembering things.
Negative thoughts persist: the individual has strong feelings of worthlessness or guilt, and is very critical of perceived faults and mistakes. More irritable and aggressive: the person feels agitated, restless or even violent, and is annoyed with everything and everyone. Drinking more alcohol and engaging in reckless behavior: the individual uses substance abuse as an escape, and is gambling compulsively, driving recklessly or doing dangerous sports. “Depression varies from person to person, but there are some common signs and symptoms,” said Aguirre. “The more symptoms you have, the stronger they are and the longer they’ve lasted, the greater the chance that you have depression. If the symptoms are overwhelming and disabling, that’s when it’s time to seek help.” People experiencing a mental health disorder can access services by calling the County’s 24-hour, multilingual Access and Crisis Line at (888) 724-7240. Resources are also available at It’s Up to Us, the County’s suicide prevention and mental health stigma reduction website.
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Blotter Woman killed in accidental shooting Trevor Montgomery WRITER
A woman was reportedly killed in what is being investigated as an accidental shooting, Friday, June 3, according to a Riverside County Sheriff’s official. The fatal shooting incident occurred in the 29200 block of Garnet, in the unincorporated community of French Valley. Garnet Street is located just
south of Newport Road and west of Menifee Road. “This is being investigated as an accidental shooting,” Capt. Brandon Ford said. “The victim was transported to a hospital.” The victim reportedly succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at a local area hospital, according to two family members – brothers of the victim – who wished to not be named.
According to the two men, their sister died after being transported to an area hospital. Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Menifee Police Station responded to the location in a residential neighborhood after Riverside County emergency communications dispatchers received a 911 call from a frantic family member reporting the shooting. Deputies and other emergency
Pair in stolen car chased down in Hemet HEMET – A parolee and a probationer allegedly stole a vehicle in Moreno Valley and made their way to Hemet Monday, June 6, before being chased down, with one of the men turning combative before officers were able to wrestle him into custody. Edward Alexander Bacca, 24, and Anthony Ray Higareda, 27, were both arrested on suspicion of receiving stolen property, probation and parole violations. Higareda was additionally booked for alleged felony evading, reckless driving, resisting arrest and obstructing a peace officer. Both men were being held at the Southwest Detention Center
in Murrieta – Higareda in lieu of $100,000 bail, and Bacca without bail. Hemet police Lt. Jeff Davis said the pair allegedly stole a vehicle in Moreno Valley shortly after 5 a.m. They were at the intersection of Devonshire Avenue and State Street in Hemet about 6 a.m. when a patrol unit detected a Lo-Jack tracking alert from the stolen car and immediately identified it, prompting the officers to initiate a traffic stop, he said. Higareda allegedly floored the vehicle, passing Cawston and Menlo avenues, then driving into a ravine, where he bailed on foot, Davis said. He said Bacca stayed
Highway Patrol, a sergeant spotted Brown just after 10 p.m. Wednesday driving a Nissan Versa at 80 mph on southbound Interstate 215, just north of Murrieta Hot Springs Road and signaled him to stop. But the ex-con allegedly ignored the lights and siren and exited the freeway at Murrieta Hot Springs. “The driver drove erratically and performed several illegal maneuvers in an attempt to elude the CHP,” said Officer Mike Lassig. “The Nissan Versa began traveling the wrong way on Murrieta Hot Springs Road.” Lassig alleged that Brown whipped the compact car into a parking lot, temporarily hiding from CHP and Murrieta police officers. However, a few minutes later, a CHP officer saw the car passing the intersection of
put and was taken into custody in the passenger seat of the car. Officers chased Higareda into the ravine and quickly caught up to him. However, as they attempted to place him under arrest, the probationer scuffled with them, at which point other officers were called and forcibly handcuffed the felon, according to Davis. Neither the suspects nor officers were injured. According to court records, Higareda has prior convictions for receiving stolen goods and battery on a spouse and Bacca has priors for auto theft, burglary and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Whitewood Road and Willowbend Drive, at which point the chase resumed. “The driver continued to drive in a reckless manner,” Lassig said. “He turned eastbound on Clinton Keith Road, which was a deadend. He then made a U-turn and attempted to flee again. Due to the dangerous driving and safety of the community, the pursuing CHP unit utilized legal intervention to terminate the pursuit.” The Nissan was pushed off the road and disabled by the cruiser, according to Lassig. Neither the officer nor Brown was injured, and no other vehicles were involved. A records check revealed the parolee had two outstanding felony warrants for his arrest, according to the CHP.
Motorist dies in Mead Valley crash MEAD VALLEY – A motorist was killed and another person was injured Friday, June 3, in a two-car collision on state Route 74 in Mead Valley. The fatal wreck was reported shortly after 1 p.m. on the eastbound side of the highway, near Taylor Road, about halfway between Lake
Elsinore and Perris, according to the California Highway Patrol. Riverside County Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene. The CHP shut down both eastbound lanes on the 74, prompting a SigAlert as traffic
backed up all the way to Interstate 15, according to reports from the scene. As of 2 p.m., the closure remained in effect, though the CHP had divided the two westbound lanes to relieve congestion and allow eastbound vehicles to get around the crash scene.
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HEMET – A woman was arrested after she hit a bicyclist and then fled the scene Sunday, June 5, according to a Hemet Police official. The hitand-run traffic collision occurred in the roadway near the intersection of Florida and Lyon Avenues. The victim, who was not identified, sustained minor abrasions and complaint of pain to their hip and ribs. Paramedics evaluated and treated the bicyclist at the scene before they transported the victim to Hemet Valley Medical Center for further treatment. The officer’s investigation determined the vehicle struck the bicyclist while they were crossing the roadway from the north driveway of Walgreens, in the 1600 block of West Florida Avenue. Officers began to search the area for the suspect’s vehicle and located it and Angela Marie Castillo, 44, of Hemet, who matched the description of the alleged driver provided by witnesses, in a nearby residential neighborhood. She was determined to be under the influence of alcohol and in possession of methamphetamine. Castillo was arrested and booked
One dies in Temecula crash TEMECULA – One person was killed when a pickup truck went 40 feet off a road outside of Temecula and landed on its side, authorities said Sunday, June 5. The crash was reported at 11:47 p.m. Sunday on Ranch California Road north of Buck Road, said Jennifer Fuhrman of the Riverside County Fire Department. Good Samaritans took a male out of the vehicle, the California Highway Patrol reported. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, Fuhrman said. There were no other vehicles involved.
Man tries to rob woman with fake gun HEMET – A man was arrested Sunday, June 5, after he allegedly robbed a woman with a fake semiautomatic gun in Hemet. Mohammed Abdel Rahman, 24, of San Jacinto, was booked at the Southwest Detention Center
Firefighters extinguish Lake Elsinore brush fire LAKE ELSINORE - A brush fire damaged the garage of a Lake Elsinore home Sunday, June 5, firefighters said. The brusher was reported at 2:48 p.m. in the 17800 block of Hayes Avenue, said Jennifer Fuhrman, a spokeswoman with the Riverside County Fire Department. It took crews just over an hour to put out the flames, she said. No injuries were reported and the fire dealt $60,000 worth of damage, Fuhrman said.
Five injured in crash WINCHESTER – One person was severely injured and four others were moderately injured Sunday, June 5, in a single-vehicle crash in Winchester. The crash was at around 1:10 p.m. at Winchester Road and Haddock Street, near Winchester Elementary School, fire officials said. The patients were taken to a local hospital.
in Murrieta for suspected second degree robbery, authorities said. His bail was set at $60,000. The incident occurred around 7:15 a.m. in the 500 block of North San Jacinto Street, near San Jacinto Valley Cemetery, police said.
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Classic motorcycles, cars featured at 2nd Annual Lambs Fellowship Benefit Show LAKE ELSINORE – Classic cars and motorcycles, dragsters, local bands, DJs, raffles and vendors are expected at the second annual Lambs Fellowship Car and Motorcycle show June 18 on the Lake Elsinore Lambs Fellowship Church grounds at 21901 Railroad Canyon Road. This year the church is anticipating more than 200 cars and motorcycles as well as dragsters, according to the show directors. “We are featuring two bands, Crimson Crown and The Retreads to provide our entertainment as well as disc jockey JC McKenzie from the DJ Company,” said Executive Director Paul Kakis. “We have a variety of food vendors and food trucks as well as doughnuts from Wolfee’s Donuts, Lake Elsinore, Hawaiian Shave Ice and Ice Cream and more. “The Lambs Fellowship Car and Motorcycle show inception was a chance share the love of cars and motorcycles and share with them though our outreach programs helping children in our community. Since the show inception in 2014 with a small parking lot show made up of mostly members of the Lambs Fellowship Church, it has grown to an event that draws participants and vendors from as far as northern California, Arizona and Utah. “With two hundred plus registered vehicles and over 50 vendors it has quickly become the favorite for many local car clubs and merchants. Last year’s event had many
firsts including the Red Bull Flyers Acrobatic Aerial Skydive Team and entertainment for young and old alike,” Kakis said. “Our show provided monetary support for Dream Center of Lake Elsinore. We raised over $6,000 that allows them to provide support for those children in need right in our local community. Like many charities most of the money goes toward fees and expenses. With our small show we know that the monies are going directly to those in need. Our show saw over 1,100 attendees and we parked over 400 cars and we anticipate 1,600 visitors to our event this year.” He said the pastoral staff of the Lambs Fellowship Church have been a key to the success of the show with the donation of their time and unique venue. This year the event will featuring a dunk tank, “dunk the pastor,” to help raise money for the children’s ministries. “We are proud of the support given to us from the City of Lake Elsinore and from the local community. This year we are proud to feature trophy sponsors, Cahuilla Casino, Canyon Lake Car Club, Boomer Car Club of Temecula Valley, Canyon Lake Fitness, Canyon Lake Dentistry, Electronic Evolution, So Cal Vettes and Hot Rods, Coldwell Banker, Tustin Buick-GMC and others.” Kakis said. “Help us double our donation though your attendance and help us, help kids.” Free to the public will be Jolly
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Pala cuts ribbon to open new 10-acre RV Resort PALA - Pala Band of Mission Indians Tribal Vice Chairman Howard Maxcy and executives of Pala Casino held a ribbon-cutting May 23 at 10 a.m. and opened its new $6.1 million, 10-acre RV Resort to its first guests. “This new state-of-the-art facility continues our commitment to our guests to provide the best gaming and entertainment experience and the best service in Southern California,” Vice Chairman Maxcy said. The RV Resort, which is located at 11042 Highway 76 adjacent to the hotel/casino, offers 100 full-service sites. Twenty, 30 and 50 amps of electrical service are available for RVs and trailers from 55 to 70 feet. Seventy-seven are 20’ x 55’ back-in sites; six are 20’ x 60’ luxury suites equipped with barbecue grills and 17 are 20’ x 70’ premium pull-through sites. All have a grassy area with a picnic table, electrical, water and sewer hookups and free wi-fi and cable television service. The RV Resort features a Registration Building with an adjacent heated swimming pool and two spas. Indoor amenities include a billiard table, card tables, three flat-screen televisions, a laundry that will be open 24 hours and two restrooms with showers.
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A second restroom and shower facility is located on the west end of the RV Resort. Visitors are provided a $10 refundable key card to access the swimming pool, laundry and restrooms/showers. Small additional charges apply to usage of the Resort Clubhouse, the laundry and early check-in/ late checkout. Three pets are allowed per RV for $5 per pet per stay up to seven days. Restrictions will apply. The Pala Mini-Mart is conveniently located across the parking lot and offers a wide selection of wine, beer, beverages, tobacco products, snacks and fresh produce. The Mini-Mart’s Deli & More offers a variety of fresh meats, “made-to-order” sandwiches and fresh pizzas. The Pala gas station provides all grades of fuel, including diesel, and dedicated propane fuel. The RV Resort provides 24hour shuttle service to Pala’s hotel and casino and a 10 percent discount for members of Good Sam, AAA, AARP, FMCA and the military. Group rates are available to RV groups of 10 or more with a minimum two-night stay. For reservations, call 1 - 8 4 4 - 4 PA L A RV o r e m a i l RVRESORT@palacasino.com.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: June 11 – 12 p.m. Summer Reading Program Kickoff Event for all ages at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square. Every Hero Has a Story. Reading saves the day and so do these heroes! Come meet, greet, and play with heroes of every kind. June 13 – Monday Madness with Professor Pennypickle’s at the Children’s Museum, 42081 Main St., Temecula. The Children’s Museum will be open every Monday in the month of June. $5 per person over age 2. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. June 13 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Girls Only Club at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. $25 per class must be 5 to11. This is a drop-off themed series of events that are so exciting. Girls Club Only will take place every Monday in June and July. Be sure to register EARLY. Information: (951) 308-6376. June 13 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Barbie Spy Squad at Pennypickles Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. The games afoot when your child and Barbie become members of a secret spy organization. You will become a secret agent, complete some vital spy missions, even make a gadget bag for your Barbie doll. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. June 14 – 10:30 a.m. Toddler Olympics ages 0-4 at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square. Put on your sunscreen and get ready to compete for glory at our outdoor Olympic Games. Space is limited to 60 children. Please arrive early to ensure seating. No advance registration. Free passes are available 30 minutes before the program. June 20 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Stuffed Animal Science at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and have some fun. You will be checking out their health like a real veterinarian and making sure their habitats are comfortable and cuddly. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.
ENTERTAINMENT: June 9-12 – 7:30 p.m. South Pacific presented by the Temecula Valley Players at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Sunday performance at 2 p.m. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 11 – 7 p.m. Speakeasy at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula is live Traditional Jazz of the 20s through 40s. Performances feature the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter in rotation with prominent Southern California traditional Jazz artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 12 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. Classics features an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 15 – 7:30 p.m. Polynesian Luau Show presented by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 16 – 8 p.m. House of Floyd (Pink Floyd Tribute) presented by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 17 – 8 p.m. Diego Mondragon Y Amigos presented by Temecula Presents at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Embark on a musical journey traveling through a landscape of texture, sight and sound. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. June 17 – 6-9 p.m. Speakers Forum – Countryfest Temecula Featuring Mary James and Johnny Rowlett at the Professional Golf Career College, 26109 Ynez Road in Temecula. Mary James is an Academy of Country Female vocalist of the year and Johnny was nominated by the ICMA’s Male vocalist of the year. Tickets and Information: Gary@legensoffaith.
feature film “Jumanji.” This free family event is hosted by LE Extreme Recreation. June 16 – 8 a.m. Menifee’s State of the City at Menifee Lakes Country Club, 29875 Menifee Lakes Dr. Keynote speaker, Mayor Scott Mann. Limited seating available. Information: (951) 672-1991. June 18 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2nd Annual Lambs Fellowship Car and Motorcycle Show will be held at 21901 Railroad Canyon Road. Lake Elsinore. This event is free and open to the public. Still time to register your motorcycles and cars. Enjoy a day of cars, motorcycles, jumps for kids, pie eating contest, Dunk the Pastor, raffles and more. Information and Registration: COMMUNITY EVENTS: June 10-12 – Temecula Art and www.thelambsfellowship.com or Street Painting Festival. This three Paul (951) 544-3339. June 18 – 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Got day event will feature over 80 chalk murals creating an asphalt Tires? Recycle them for FREE at gallery of chalk art. This hear’s Canyon Hills Community Park, theme is On the Road Again and 34360 Canyon Hills Road Lake will bring chalk artist from all over Elsinore. City of Lake Elsinore Southern California and Arizona to residents can transport up to 9 participate in Old Town Temecula. tires maximum per trip. Passenger June 10 and 11 – 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and Light truck tires only. No tires Lake Elsinore Historical Society with rims accepted/rims MUST be to host their Parking Lot Yard removed. Tires from businesses Sale on the corner of North Main will not be accepted. Proof of Residency Required. and Heald. June 19 – City of Murrieta’s June 14 – 7:15 p.m. Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild-Temecula F a t h e r ’s D a y C a r S h o w a t to host Basket Bonanza Raffle, at California Oaks Sports Park, 40600 the Temecula Recreation Center, California Oaks Road, Murrieta. 30875 Rancho Vista Road. Browse Information: Murrieta Community through dozens of baskets full Services Department: (951) 304of sewing and quilting supplies, PARK or www.murrieta.org. June 21 – 7:30 p.m. All Star fabrics, books, arts and craft supplies and more. Must be Game at Storm Stadium, 500 present to win. Guest welcome Diamond Drive. Lake Elsinore. See future Major League stars and free admission. June 14 – 6-8 p.m. Murrieta at the Diamond! Tickets and Forum for the Arts presented Information: (951) 245-HITS or by the Murrieta Arts Council www.stormbaseball.com. June 25 – Murrieta’s 25th will be held at SRCAR, 26529 Jefferson Ave., Murrieta. Come Birthday Bash will be held at out and meet your Arts Council. California Oaks Sports Park, Information: Jessica (951) 907- 40600 California Oaks Road. 5906 or murrietaarts@gmail.com. Murrieta. Entertainment, food, June 15 – 8 p.m. Movies in the fireworks and more. Information: Park, After Dark come out and Murrieta Community Services spend some quality time with your Department: (951) 304-PARK or family this summer at Summerlake www.murrieta.org. June 25 – 4-8 p.m. Summer Car Park, 900 W. Broadway, Lake Elsinore. Bring your own blankets, Cruise Series on Historic Main chairs and snacks and watch the Street in Old Town Lake Elsinore. Do you have a Classic Car you love to show off? Or maybe have a love for Classic Cars? Then this is the event you won’t want to miss. Classic Cars, food, vendors 8 9 10 11 12 13 and so much more. Information: www.lake-elsinore.org/carcruise. 16 June 25 – 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Wheels for a Cause 5 presented by Local 19 Car Scene X Petco Temecula at 40474 Winchester Road in Temecula. “Wheels for a Cause” 26 27 28 29 30 is back! Help donate pet food to the shelters. net. June 18 – 8-9:30 p.m. Free Rock Legends in Concert with the Temecula Valley Symphony at Temecula City Hall, 41000 Main St. Performing rocks greatest hits by Led Zeppelin, The Who, Beatles, Pink Floyd, Moody Blues, Rainbow, Deep Purple and so many more! Information: Gail (951) 693-3994 or gail.zigler@ cityoftemecula.org. June 18 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. This live country music show features the house band backing up the valley’s hottest country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.
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Health Forum is open to ages 18 and older. Please join us for sharing, resources, refreshment and renewal. Information: www. namitv.org. June 16 –11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Best Practices for Creating and Maintaining Job Descriptions June’s EAC Seminar will be held at Claim Jumper, 29540 Rancho California Road in Temecula. This seminar is designed to show you how to create a job description, to ensure transparency with job expectations. You will learn why they are important in every stage of employment. RSVP required. Information: Patti at hr@ oakgrovecenter.org. June 16 – 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. EWDC Economic Development Update from the Dream Team, Grant Taylor, Michael Bracken and Kim Cousins at the Diamond Club, 500 Diamond Dr. Lake Elsinore. Reservations required. Information and Reservations: Michelle (951) 245-8848. June 17 – 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. MSJC offers New Cake Decorating Career Certificate – Cake Decorating 101 Buttercream and 102 Fondant/Stacked Cake at the Temecula Higher Education Center, 43200 Business Park Drive. Popular professional cake artist, Ro Zinniger, teaches these comprehensive hands-on classes which include proper frosting application and decorating foundational techniques. Cake decorating certificates issued upon completion. Information: Teri (951) 506-6616 ext 6710 or tsafranek@msjc.edu. June 20 – 11 a.m. Temecula Valley Newcomers Club wants to know have you recently moved to the Temecula Valley or have you lived here for many years? If you are interested in meeting new people and having fun, then join the Temecula Valley Newcomers Club as they host their monthly luncheon with entertainment at Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Road. Temecula. The club is a social organization with many different activities. Information: Robin (951) 428-0940.Luncheon reservations: Ann (951) 677-7149. June 25 – Elsinore High 80s Class Reunion will be held at Journey at Pechanga Resort and Casino, 45000 Pechanga Pkwy. Temecula. This is for all classes of the 80s who graduated from Elsinore High School. 3 course dinner, DJ and more. Tickets: $75 each and no tickets will be sold at the door. Information: Heather at hardent@verizon.net. Now – Every Thursday 4 p.m. Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS Lodge 2591 host Bingo at 33700 and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mission Trail, Wildomar. This is Now – MSJC Community one of the ways the lodge raises Education Summer Programs – funds for its charities. Interested in learning something Now – Sun City Certified new this summer? MSJC is offering Farmers Market is held from 8:30 not-for-credit career certificate a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in the classes that may help prepare you parking lot of the Menifee United for a new career or hobby with Church of Christ, 26701 McCall an assortment of classes; Floral Blvd. vendors offer produce, Design, Cake Decorating, Digital crafts, food and more. Information: Photography, Makeup Artistry and Pamela (951) 491-4111. Wedding Planner. Perhaps you Now – FTAspay is a local would like to explore the world of nonprofit spay-neuter assistance Voice-overs and learn how to make organization. Their mission to money with your voice, release end animal shelter euthanasia your creative talents in a Ceramics through affordable spay and neuter class, become a Child Visitation and microchipping. FTAspay has Monitor, or freshen up your office partnered with Menifee Animal skills with our Office Skills Boot Clinic to offer affordable spay 7. 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Falkner Winery wins
from crush club to wedding bells
The Glamourous Guzzling Grannies from Blue Diamond, Nevada, paused their wine tour to pose with Ray Falkner at the tasting room bar of Falkner Winery in Temecula Valley. Ashley Ludwig photo Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer On a hilltop off Calle Contento in Temecula Valley Wine Country, Falkner Winery sits back amid the vines, with the crown jewel restaurant and wedding venue, called the Pinnacle, overseeing the prime real estate. Owners Ray and Loretta Falkner dreamed the famed facility into existence, a place where every seat in the house has a premier view and guests can enjoy the fun and flavors of wine country. “We have a beautiful hilltop location, and it gives you a panoramic view of Temecula Valley Wine Country,” Ray said walking the property in a recent interview. “The view enhances the experience for people who want to enjoy a slice of wine country life.” The rustic wood tasting room facility was the only part of the property that was built out when they purchased from the Temecula Crest Winery in 2000. The Falkner family has taken the original 1984 vineyard and transformed the experience in both the wine and the event venue. With property that is bordered by newly planted wineries, Calle Contento is poised to be an offshoot of Temecula Valley Wine Country that continues to grow and thrive. According to Ray Falkner, wine country was always a draw for his family.
have corporate meetings,” Ray said. “They can work all day, have lunch delivered from Pinnacle and then go to the restaurant for a private dinner.” Still, it is the wedding venue that has drawn area brides to the Falkner Winery location for years.
more boisterous crowds will be gathered together, while tasters who wish to tour the property or learn about the wine will be educated away from the madding crowd. “Tours are available of the property with advanced notice, and limousines and busses are invited to our property,” Ray said. Behind the scenes in the middle of May, the tanks await the next crush while barrels rest with 2014 through 2016 wines. The stacks of casks are waiting, filled with everything from Sangiovese to Cabernet. The American Oak used to house the wine comes from Pennsylvania and Missouri, as well as European barrels from Hungary. Several “heads” of the barrels include a usage of French oak, which lends to the flavor, according to Ray. “American oak imparts the tannin, adding complexity to the wine. The barrel allows a small amount of oxygen to assist in the maturation of the wine,” he said.
Side by side, the Falkner Winery tasting room and Pinnacle Restaurant and event venue rest on a May morning, both overseeing the magnificent views off Calle Contento in Temecula Valley Wine Country. Ashley Ludwig photo wheeler, investigating the grapes growth, inspecting for any undue pest activity, ensuring the grapes are doing their thing. The rows of Sangiovese, sauvignon blanc, Cabernet and merlot are laden with baby grapes. Colder weather has slowed growth this year, and the winemaker and winery owner watch their progress daily. Due to the limited acreage of the property, compared to the amount of wine Falkner distributes, Falkner does purchase grapes from other growers in the valley and other places. “We purchase merlot from other growers in the valley and tend to use for blended wines,” he said. “However, our estate cabernet
Falkner Winery owner Ray Falkner walks the vines, inspecting new growth on a May day in Temecula Valley Wine Country. Ashley Ludwig photo Ray and Loretta’s daughter was married on the property, in an outdoor venue in 2004. Now, brides enjoy the arched walk to a private ceremony space in the middle of the vines. The walk, under arbors, along a rose-lined path, is one that few will forget. Last minute brides planning on a Saturday summer wedding? Falkner is already booked. “Right now, brides are currently booking into 2017/18,” he said. We e k e n d v i s i t o r s t o t h e Fallbrook winery can enjoy the rare experience of either learning about wine, or enjoying the winetasting party. When you arrive, guests are guided to the best area of the winery. If you are a wine club member, a private tasting area awaits you. Part of the Millennial generation? Younger,
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“The French oak and European oak adds more vanilla flavors to the wine.” Straight French oak for chardonnay or combination barrels for other wines in process allow Falkner to take advantage of the different flavors on the wine, leaving it to the winemaker, Duncan Williams, to make those decisions. “Things are going well for us. Our wines continue to win all sorts of awards. 80-percent of the wines we pour have received gold medals in competitions,” he said. “This allows us to give our visitors the best wines we have.” The production area, on scene, is quiet in May, with everything in storage. Right now everything is in growing mode. Williams rides the property on his four-
The silver wine tanks are dormant in May as the growing season begins to take off. Later, after crush, these tanks will fill with newly pressed wine for Falkner Winery. Ashley Ludwig photo
BENEFIT EVENT June 11, 2016 at Doffo Winery
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The famed Falkner Winery Amante, a super Tuscan blend, is a favorite among local wine lovers in Temecula Valley Wine Country. Ashley Ludwig photo “Wine has always been a passion of mine since I was 21-years-old,” he laughed. “My wife has always loved wine, and we traveled the world visiting wine regions. We made a decision that we wanted to get into the business, and found Temecula Valley Wine Country.” Temecula was their focus, after looking at the wine regions throughout California, but southern California was the draw. “The views captured the imagination right away,” he said. “My wife envisioned Pinnacle, dreaming it into existence when there was nothing there at all.” Now a booked-out weekend wedding facility, and regular brunch and lunch restaurant, Pinnacle serves Mediterranean style food that compliments the wine made at Falkner Winery. In addition to the tasting room and restaurant, Falkner does a great volume of their business in their corporate events, and outdoor and indoor wedding venue. “Below Pinnacle, on the first floor of the building, we have our barrel room, available for rehearsal dinners and private parties. We also have a soundproof conference room with large table for business owners who wish to
and merlot come straight from the property.” Each bottle is labeled accordingly, as well as some new Millennial focused labels for Falkner’s newly created “Crush Club.” The Crush Club include red, blush and white wines that are sweeter in flavor. “These wines are labeled to get people talking,” Ray said. “People love it and we’ve won a Bronze award for one of the labels already.” Visit Falkner Winery at 40620 Calle Contento, call ahead at (951)676-8231, or online at www. FalknerWinery.com.
at Fazeli
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June 2016 Upcoming Music & Events SATURDAY 11TH
SUNDAY 12TH
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1-5pm: Winery, De Portola
Frankie and the Invisibles
Tim Cash
Mark Renk
5-9pm: Old Town Temecula, location 4th street
Justin Helland
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Havana Nights featuring Ruben V. and the Latin Sound 6-9pm: Winery, De Portola Banquet Room w/ exclusive chef special menu
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Studio 54 comes alive at Fazeli Cellars
Christina and Kenneth Falik, owners of Gershon Buchas Vinters, take their seat for dinner before disco-dancing at the Studio 54 Party at Fazeli Cellars June 4.
Dave Sowards (left) and Fazeli Cellars owner BJ Fazeli prepare for a night of disco fun at the winery’s Studio 54 Party June 4.
Stevo Knevio (left) and Wendy Fazeli dance to disco music at Fezeli Cellars Studio 54 Party June 4.
From left: Piper Austin, 4, two-and-a-half-year-old Tommy Rose, and Ruby Rose, 4, dance to disco music during the Studio 54 Party at Fazeli Cellars June 4.
Edward and Francis Samaha attending the Fazeli Cellars Studio 54 Party dance and groove to disco music June 4.
Guests attending the Fazeli Cellars Studio 54 Party dance and groove to disco music June 4.
Guests gather for wine, dinner and disco dancing at the Fazeli Cellars Studio 54 Party June 4.
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Fazeli Cellars invites dads to Father’s Day barbecue Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Father’s Day is coming, and out in wine country, your selection of where to spend the day abound with options. If barbecue, wine, quiet vistas and scintillating aromas of barbecue are up your alley there’s only one place to go. Fazeli Cellars is calling all dads with the best place to spend your Father’s Day, June 19, in Temecula Valley Wine Country, off the De Portola Wine Trail, at Fazeli Cellars. Owner BJ Fazeli and chef Anthony Bartolotta have created a Father’s Day menu to suit dad better than a hand-painted Father’s Day tie, any day. “We have a special for all the Papa Bears out there,” Fazeli said. “Come choose from our barbecue menu and get a glass of beer or
wine, included.” The menu, designed to celebrate Father’s Day from Baba Joon’s Kitchen, will feature the Lava Burger – ground beef, oozing cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, with Fazeli’s secret sauce – served on a sesame seed bun. Choose Chef Anthony’s Lamb Burger, with house ground Colorado lamb sirloin, pickled onions, lettuce, tomato jam, goat cheese aioli on a brioche bun or the Smoked Brisket Plate with fork tender slow smoked beef brisket, pickled vegetable relish. All are served with apple cabbage slaw, and your choice of pasta or potato salad. The price of this
Father’s Day barbecue feast is $16 per plate, including a free glass of beer or wine (winemaker’s choice), selected to go with your menu items. Want entertainment along with your barbecue? Granddads, Dads, moms and kids can enjoy live music together- on the Fazeli Cellars patio – from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Father’s Day. The Winemaker’s Choice Wine will be at a 35 percent discount on Father’s Day. Come to Fazeli Cellars located at 37320 De Portola Road in Temecula. Call ahead at (951) 303-3366, or visit online at www. FazeliCellars.com.
Beer and burgers are just some of the offerings available at Fazeli Cellars over Father’s Day, June 19. Courtesy photo
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• Exclusive Wine Club Pickup Parties • Beautiful Grounds & Views of Temecula • Temecula’s First Commercial Vineyard • We are open 7 days a week from 10-5pm • Wine tasting = $12/6 tastes ($15 to keep souvenir glass) 41220 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA 92592 951-676-5250 | Please visit us at www.bellavistawinery.com
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Falkner Winery & Pinnacle Restaurant Panoramic Views ~ Wedding Packages Outstanding Mediterranean Food
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Treat Dad to a Father’s Day Barbeque Enjoy BBQ chicken, tri tip, ribs & brisket on our outdoor dining terrace. A glass of beer, Explore wine or cocktail with every Father’s BBQ Entrée. 951-252-2003 | www.avensolewinery.com 34567 Rancho California Rd., Temecula, CA 92591
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Entertainment
Mother’s Day Fashion Show honors Domenigoni’s and 4paws4patriots
Andy Domenigoni, Nam-Yong Horn, Cindy Domenigoni and Melissa Melendez pose for a photo during the Mother’s Day Fashion Show held in May.
WINCHESTER – A recent Mother’s Day Fashion Show honored Andy and Cindy Domenigoni for their significant contributions to business development and civic projects. Sponsored by the Republican Women’s Club, the Fashion Show was held at rustic Monteleone Meadows in Winchester. At the Award Ceremony for the Domenigoni’s, Andy revealed the family’s proposal for development of the well-known Golden Triangle
4paws4patriots benefited from the TVRFW Mother’s Day Fashion Show held in Winchester in May.
bordered by the I-15 and I-215 freeways. The Triangle will host a large regional convention center, hotels, upscale restaurants and retail shops. “It will be quite marvelous,” said Cindy Domenigoni. Proceeds from the Fashion Show benefitted 4paws4patriots, a Temecula-based charity that aids wounded veterans by providing them with trained service dogs. These veterans typically suffer from PTSD and other brain injuries.
Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez visits with attendees at the TVRFW Mother’s Day Fashion Show held in May. Courtesy photos
Some wounded veterans are amputees who significantly benefit from a trained service dog. Tim LeBlanc, founder and CEO of 4paws4patriots, acknowledged the gift from TVRWF and said that it will be used for training both dogs and their new owners. The typical training period for the service dogs is 6 to 18 months and costs about $2,400. The Fashion Show was also supported by Chico’s in Promenade
Mall who provided the fashions for the May event. Additionally, Chico’s donated a portion of their sales from the event to 4paws4patriots. “This was an outstanding opportunity for Republican Women to support a local charity, 4paws4patriots and to honor the Domenigoni’s for their exceptional contributions to Temecula Valley. The Domenigoni family has spent decades supporting civic awareness and business development in the
entire valley. We are very fortunate that they are such an integral part of our expanding community,” said TVRWF President Gloria Karlak. The Mother’s Day Fashion Show attracted more than 120 guests to the Monteleone Meadows ranch. “What a lovely place! I’d love to come back here again,” said Kathi Herman, co-chairwomen of the event and vice president of TVRWF.
Shakespeare in the Vines announces its 2016 season “Much Ado About Nothing” (June 10 – 26) Directed by Shanti Ryle This play stands tall as one of Shakespeare’s most popular and relevant comedies. The play revolves around two interwoven love stories: Benedick and Beatrice’s infamous “merry war” and Claudio and Hero’s traditionally sweet courtship. These stories play out with an explosion of wit and antics, as a victorious army arrives in the island city of Messina to explore the peacetime pleasures of merrymaking, witty banter and romance, all draped in the silks of aristocratic artifice. However, when deception leads one proud nobleman to cruelly condemn his beloved on their wedding day, the lighthearted sparring sours into dangerous conflict. “Much Ado About Nothing” presents the gamut of emotional and spiritual challenges that we-young, old, male and female- continue to face when we love and holds the
mirror up to nature, allowing us inside its warts-and-all world of human nature, to understand and perhaps forgive ourselves for our oft-repeated follies.
“Hamlet” (July 14-30) Directed by Wendi Johnson Prince Hamlet is tormented and depressed. Having been summoned home to Denmark to attend his father’s funeral, he is shocked to find his mother Gertrude already remarried to Hamlet’s Uncle Claudius, the dead king’s brother. To Hamlet, the marriage stinks of “foul incest.” Especially when the ghost of his father appears demanding revenge against his brother for his murder. This is considered to be Shakespeare’s masterpiece. “Two Gentlemen of Verona” (Aug. 11-27) Directed by Chris Pittman This play is believed to be Shakespeare’s first comedy, and encom-
passes many of the themes and scenarios that would become so familiar to devotees of the Bard: themes of love, comradery, betrayal, all woven into one rollercoaster ride of character-driven plot. Young Proteus only has eyes for his hometown sweetheart, Julia. But traveling to Milan, he meets the lovely Silvia and dumps Julia in a heartbeat. But Silvia is his best friend’s girl and she won’t be dumped that easily. Add some bumbling bandits, an outraged father and a bad-mannered dog and you’ve got the recipe for pushing the boundaries of all aspects of love and relationships at a hilarious and touching, exciting and unnerving pace. “Equivocation” by Bill Cain (Sept. 8-27) Directed by Sheila Havens Ryle A terrorist plot to assassinate King James I and blow Parliament to kingdom come with 36 barrels of
devilish gunpowder! Shagspeare (a contemporary spelling of the Bard’s name) is commissioned by Robert Cecil, the King’s prime minister, to write the “true historie” of the Guy Fawkes Gunpowder plot. And it must have witches! The King wants witches! But as Shag and the acting company of the Globe, under direction of the great Richard Burbage, investigate the plot, they discover that the King’s version of the story might, in fact, be a cover-up. They are confronted with the ultimate moral and artistic dilemma: speak truth to power---and perhaps lose their heads? Or take the money and lie? Is there a third option— equivocation? A high-stakes political thriller with contemporary resonances, “Equivocation” gallops from the great Globe to the Tower of London to the halls of Parliament to the heart of Judith, Shag’s younger daughter, who finds herself unexpectedly at the very heart of the mystery.
Performances run Thursday through Sunday evenings and begin at 7:30 p.m. (dusk), outdoors under the moon and stars at the beautiful Baily Winery located at 33440 La Serena Way in Temecula. Picnic dinners are welcome, but no outside beverages please. Now celebrating 400 years of Shakespeare and in its 11th season, Shakespeare in the Vines is the premiere theatrical company in Riverside County dedicated to producing the works of Shakespeare and other classics of the stage. The company strives to create experiences that reach current and future audiences through illuminating interpretations in the scenic wine country of Temecula. Tickets can be purchased tickets at www.shakespeareinthevines.org. For more information, email info@ shakespeareinthevines.org or call (951) 402-7488.
foot, full-service spa and salon that features 14 treatment rooms; a stateof-the-art fitness center; swimming pool with 12 private poolside cabanas and dual-temperature outdoor whirlpool hot tub. Pala also offers 11 restaurants and 40,000 square feet of meeting and convention space. Pala Casino Spa & Resort is an AAA Four-Diamond Award winner for 12 consecutive years. The new Pala RV Resort opened May 23, 2016, and offers 100 parking sites for RVs and trailers from 55 to 70 feet and full-service amenities for RVers. Its state-of-the-art Pala Spa was named the one of the Top 10 spas in California, one of the Top 10 in the casino industry and one of the Top 100 in North America for
2015 and 2014 by Spas of America. Pala Spa also was named the No. 1 spa on the West Coast and one of the top 100 spas in the United States for 2013 by Spas of America. Previously, Pala Spa was named the 2009 Best Casino Spa by Spas of America, the 2009 Best Casino Spa by the Southern California Gaming Guide and in 2012 was selected by Spas of America as one of the top 100 spas in the United States. In 2011, Pala Casino Spa & Resort was voted Best Casino in San Diego by the public in the 10News.com annual A-list poll sponsored by KGTV-TV 10 News in San Diego. For more information, visit www.palacasino. com.
Dads can feast like kings at Pala PALA – Dads can feast like kings, and so can the entire family Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, at Choices the Buffet at Pala Casino Spa & Resort. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in addition to its eight serving stations, Choices will expand its Father’s Day menu to include it newest feature, Mongolian Grill, Chilled Snow Crab, Steamed Canadian Lobster Tail, Rack of
Lamb, Asian Style Duck, Oysters on the Half Shell, Rotisserie Cowboy Leg of Lamb, a Seafood Saute Station, New York Steak and a Sushi Selection. And do not forget Chef Albert Cruz’ selection of over 80 desserts. A limited brunch menu also will be served from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feasting can begin for $46 per person. Regular Pala Privileges
card members will pay $46. Pearl card members and one guest can enjoy Father’s Day at Choices for $36.80 per person; Gold level cardholders and one guest, $32.80 per person; Platinum, $23 and Elite members and one guest are free. Limited reservations will be accepted for parties of eight or more. Call (760) 510-2299 or email choicesreservations@palacasino. com. Choices does not offer children’s prices. Pala Privileges membership is free at the Privileges Center in the casino. Pala Casino Spa & Resort includes a Las Vegas-style casino with 2,000+ slot machines, 82 table games and 15 poker tables; a 507-room hotel; a 10,000-square-
Temecula Sunrise Rotary presents Safety Town in June TEMECULA – Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club, will again present its Safety Town at Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary School in Temecula June 13 to 17 and June 20 to 24. This is the 14th year this popular program has been offered in the Temecula Valley. A nationally recognized program that began in Mansfield, Ohio, in 1937, it 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. Classes will be held from Monday through Friday, June 13 to 17 or June 20 to 24, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Safety Town is a five-day interactive program 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,” said Temecula Sunrise Rotary President Johnny Roberts. “We are
Sparky the fire dog gives Safety Town students tips on how to be fire safe in their homes and schools Courtesy photo
just finishing our 11th annual Literacy program at both Temecula and Vail Elementary Schools, we sponsored six middle school and 10 high school students to Rotary leadership camps, we are giving thousands of dollars in scholarships to local graduating seniors, and we always have prizewinning 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.” The price is only $40 per child, $35 for each sibling and no child will be turned away. Early registration is recommended, as the classes are already filling up. To receive a flyer and registration form, please call registrar Marti Treckman at (951) 698-6116. More information is also available online at www.temeculasunriserotary.com.
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Dining in the Valley
Merna’s Café & Grill offers a variety of choices for diners
Kim Harris managing editor
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estled deep in the heart of Menifee lies one of the Valley’s hidden jewels, Merna’s Café & Grill. Offering authentic Mediterranean food. Owner Merna Ibrahim has been in the restaurant business since she was a child when her father Rafat Ibrahim, affectionately known as Abe, bought Boston Billies in 1991. Only age 2 at the time, Merna spent much of her spare time in the restaurant, learning about finances with Monopoly money and customer service by helping waitresses to serve restaurant customers. It is no small wonder that when the opportunity arose she jumped right in and took over the thriving restaurant. Since taking over, Merna has com-
down, we just closed each section one at a time for the remodel,” she said. “It was very old fashioned. I changed everything from the seating arrangement to the colors. There was no bar in here, now there is a bar. There were no LED lights, now there are. Nothing that is here now was here before.” During the remodel, Merna turned a single banquet room into two rooms available to rent for weddings and special occasions. There is no set banquet menu as she likes to work with her clients to give them exactly what they want for their special day. “People ask do you have a banquet menu,” the generous restaurateur said. “I don’t have a banquet menu because I like to deal with the people. Some people are on a budget and I like to work with people to make sure we can meet all of their needs
“We make everything from scratch. It's very authentic. ...It's all healthy and it's good food like you want to eat.” – Merna Ibrahim, Owner
pletely made the restaurant her own. Everything from the name down to the newly-remodeled dining area and banquet rooms, along with the delightful menu has her unique flair for style and creative ideas stamped all over it. “Last January I took over the restaurant and began with the name change and then began to condense the menu in preparation of the remodel,” said Merna. For the remodeling project, Merna closed down one space at a time so that she could continue to serve her customers the delectable dishes that so many have come to know and love. “We never technically closed
within their budget. Customers are not just a number to me. I want to build a relationship with them.” The menu features a plethora of selections including everything from mouthwatering omelets made to order to delectable desserts that leave restaurant goers wanting more. Merna uses fresh ingredients and a variety of spices and seasonings representative of her Egyptian culture in all her dishes, creating impressive flavor combinations that are pleasing to the palate. For breakfast, which is served all day, try the Mediterranean Chicken omelet. Packed with chicken, spinach, feta cheese, black olives, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and
There are two banquet rooms available at Merna’s Café and Grill. Catering is done at the restaurant and made only Courtesy photos to order. Merna has no written catering menu but designs one exclusively for each customer.
mushrooms, this offering is a meal all itself for any time of the day. From Club Sandwiches to the AllAmerican hamburger with a twist, lunchtime offerings are always available at Merna’s Café. Try the Kabob Sandwich. Available in either beef or chicken, this flavorsome sandwich comes wrapped in pita bread with onion, tomato and homemade cucumber tzatziki sauce. For a break from the usual, try the full-of-flavor Falafel Plate featuring a deep-fried ground chickpea patty and fava beans with lettuce, tomato, pickles and tahini spread. For those looking for lighter fare at lunchtime, the salad selection at Merna’s is a sure bet. The Avocado Tuna Salad, served on a crisp bed of lettuce and topped with tuna, fresh avocado, tomato and a healthy serving of cheddar cheese, comes complete with Merna’s very own buttery garlic bread. Vegetarian plates are also available and a gluten-free menu is currently being developed. Dinnertime is a great time to dine at Merna’s. Try the Mediterranean Sampler for a delicious starter. Featuring grape leaves, hummus, eggplant dip, falafel and pita bread,
this appetizer will leave you wanting more of the Mediterranean inspired dishes offered at this remarkable restaurant. The Mediterranean mixed grill is the perfect choice for those looking to eat a healthy dinner. A Chicken Kabob with kaftah seasoned ground beef and lamb, grilled bell pepper, tomato and onions is served on a bed of rice with hummus and eggplant dip with pita bread and a Mediterranean salad. It creates a heavenly flavor combination that administers to even the pickiest of palates. Of course no meal at Merna’s would be complete without trying one of the delectable desserts. The homemade baklava with its unbelievably flaky phyllo dough crust with chopped nuts syrup is guaranteed to keep diners coming back for more. “We make everything from scratch,” Merna said. “It’s very authentic, nothing is store bought and everything is made fresh every day. It’s all healthy and it’s good food like you want to eat.” While the food is the reason diners come through the door, what keeps them coming back is Merna’s wel-
coming personality and desire to see everyone leave happy. “I never want to be known as a business woman,” said Merna. “That’s not what it is all about. It’s about the people. You have to have a passion. Success to me isn’t money, it’s seeing people happy.” For a fun evening, check out a variety of entertainment including the Belly-dancers once a month at Merna’s. For a full schedule see the website or Merna’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ mernascafeandgrill/?fref=ts. The menu constantly changes as Merna creates new and delightful flavor combinations to share with her customers. Look for the daily specials. Merna’s Café is located at 26850 Cherry Hills Boulevard in Sun City and can be reached by calling (951) 301-8870 or visit them online at www.mernascafe.com. Merna’s Café & Grill is open Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Banquet hours vary on the customer’s needs. Check the Facebook page to verify hours and entertainment.
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Issa sells out religious liberty and endangers the safety of women Steve Baldwin SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS
I am a bit surprised to see Congressman Darrel Issa climb aboard the Trump train. While he likes to send out press releases that make him look like the second coming of Ronald Reagan, his Congressional voting record is simply not as conservative as he wants people to believe. Indeed, his most recent Conservative Review rating for 2015 is only 59 percent. He voted wrong nearly 40 percent of time on issues dear to conservatives. Issa is really a creature of the GOP establishment, the same establishment that Trump rails against. A classic example of his establishment credentials is his recent vote in favor of the “Maloney Amendment,” which codifies one of Obama’s many illegal executive orders, this one barring private businesses from performing contract work for the federal government if they engage in “discrimination” on the basis of “sexual orientation and gender identity” in their private employment policies. The executive order – which was never voted on by Congress in 2014 – will force businesses to allow men to use women’s bathrooms and showers. It will force private adoption agencies to adopt children out equally to homosexual parents. Many legal experts believe that this order will even be used to force businesses to adopt “genderneutral” language since “he,” “she” and other gender specific pronouns supposedly create a “hostile environment.” The codification of this executive order is a gift to the homosexual legal groups which hope to launch yet another onslaught of legal attacks on the business world and upon the First Amendment. This comes on the heels of yet another Obama executive order that forces all colleges to open female bathrooms and showers to men who have “female feelings.” I’m still waiting for Issa to speak out against this abuse of executive authority. Remember, congressional Republicans control the budget but no effort has ever been made to cut the funding for the Department of Justice, the agency charged with carrying out many of these illegal
executive orders. Issa was one of 43 Republican congressmen to vote for the Maloney Amendment, and along with the failure of the Republicans to fight any of Obama’s anti-Christian and unconstitutional executive orders, such inaction is exactly why Donald Trump is as popular as he is. Granting legal force to the homosexual and “transgendered” agenda is an appalling sellout of GOP principles. Americans should be free to contract with the government without penalty due to their religious beliefs about a lifestyle many believe are in conflict with their moral beliefs. The basic impact of this order is to ban a large sector of the faith community from doing business with the federal government. So transsexuals can now force themselves into women’s bathrooms and Bible-believing Christians can no longer do business with our government. This is how Obama is transforming America. The Obama era has unleashed an onslaught upon religious liberty due to the First Amendment being undermined by a body of law based upon sexual practices never proven to be genetic. The left loves to compare homosexuality and transgenderism to race but there’s no such comparison. Race is genetic, homosexuality is not. None of the medical or psychological professional organizations will proclaim homosexuality or transgenderism to be genetic. These behaviors remain, as scores of studies have shown, to be highly addictive behaviors usually traced to traumatic incidents during one’s youth. It is not a coincidence that the vast majority of homosexuals were molested or abused in their youth. These people need help, not empowerment. By codifying such laws based upon this type of behavior, Issa is contributing to the creation of a legal climate that places the practice of such behavior above religious liberty. Already, dozens of lawsuits targeting Christian schools, adoption agencies, florists, bakers, etc. have been initiated in the aftermath of the Obergfell Supreme Court Decision. This decision gave the green light to well-funded gay legal groups to destroy what’s left of the
First Amendment. The ultimate goal, of course, is the shutting down of churches that preach homosexual behavior is a sin and forcing all Christian private schools to hire homosexual teachers, which will lead to many of them closing their doors. This should be appalling not just to Christians but to libertarians and all who believe in freedom and small government. While Issa and the other 42 RINO Republicans may think of themselves as “civil rights” heroes, they are, in reality, simply pawns in the gay legal strategy to gut the First Amendment, destroy America’s Christian heritage and grow the power of the federal government. Issa may be a smart businessman, but he’s dumb as a doorknob when it comes to the culture war, which I doubt he even knows we are in the midst of fighting. Indeed, as I write this piece, bills are working their way through the California Legislature that will force all private Christian schools to hire homosexual teachers and to comply with the transgendered agenda – such as allowing males in live in female dorms with a female roommate. Failure to do so will result in a cutoff of any state financial aid any of the students may have. The bills are being called “Armageddon” by the Christian community as their passage will likely result in the end of private Christian education in California. Why hasn’t Congressman Issa spoken out about this? Does he not represent any Christians in his district? Or does he just care about the gay and “transgendered” community? Already, the failure of Republicans like Issa to fight the left’s agenda is having a devastating impact upon our families and children. An 8-year-old girl was assaulted by a man in a bathroom last week in Chicago. A woman in Los Angeles was recently sexually assaulted by a man in public restroom. In Yolo, California, another man was arrested for committed sodomy on a minor in library restroom. Indeed, men entering bathrooms to fondle, film or assault females are becoming epidemic. And it WILL get much worse. The bigger issue is that Obama has transformed the executive
branch into a corrupt, anti-constitutional branch which seems to have no fear of Congress. Indeed, Congressman Issa was chairman of the House’s Government Oversight Committee from January 2011 to November 2014, and he held dozens of hearings on Obama’s numerous scandals and illegal executive branch actions. Issa sent out hundreds of press releases and for a while he appeared everywhere in the media crowing about how he will hold Obama and his appointees accountable. The problem is, no one was held accountable, no one has gone to prison and no one has even been charged with any crimes. The Republican majority has allowed perhaps the most criminal administration in history to do anything they want without any consequences. And the point man was Congressman Issa. The Obama administration tampered with the 2012 elections by using the IRS to silence around 500 conservative/tea party groups; they lied about many aspects of Obama care; they misled Americans about the deaths of four Americans in Benghazi; they gave hundreds of automatic weapons to drug cartels that were used to kill hundreds of people on both sides of the border, including at least one border patrol agent. But no one has been held accountable. Indeed, most of these scandals were exposed not by Issa’s committee, but instead by a tiny watchdog group called Judicial Watch, which, as a private group, has been far more successful in exposing the corruption and holding people accountable; the Issa committee can only dream about such success. Sure, Issa’s committee did hold in contempt Attorney General Eric Holder and IRS official Lois Lerner, but big deal. Neither has served a second in jail nor been held accountable in any way for their gross illegal actions. Indeed, the Obama era was the perfect opportunity for the House Republicans to return to the constitutional idea of three equal branches that are able to hold each other accountable. As any constitutional scholar will tell you, the House actually has the power to not only subpoena people but to arrest them, bring them forcibly to congress, try
them for crimes and even jail them. In 1795, shortly after the Constitution was ratified, the Congressional Sergeant of Arms arrested and detained two men accused of bribing members of Congress. The house held a trial and convicted one of them. A few years later, the famous Sam Houston was arrested by the Sergeant of Arms for assaulting a congressman. He was also tried by the House. In 1833, legendary Supreme Court Justice Joseph Story wrote that the power to arrest people and forcibly bring them to Congress is necessary “for either house to perform its constitutional functions.” Indeed, the Supreme Court in 1821 upheld the right of congress to imprison those who ignored contempt orders. During the 1927 Teapot Dome scandal, the House arrested people for refusing to testify. In April 2014, the Congressional Research Service released a report that said that “under the inherent contempt power the individual is brought before the house or senate by the sergeant of arms, tried at the bar of the body, and can be imprisoned or detained n the capital or perhaps elsewhere.” As the chairman of the Government Accountability Committee in the midst of such a criminal regime, Issa had the opportunity to restore the Legislative Branch to its rightful place by exercising its constitutional right to arrest, try, convict and even jail those who refuse to testify such as Lois Lerner. But Issa appears to have taken orders from the Congressional Republican leadership that was and is more concerned with getting along with Obama than holding him and his hacks accountable. This is why 13,000 San Diegans attended the Trump rally at the convention center. Americans are tired of Republicans refusing to fight for our constitutional rights and allowing the Obama regime to destroy our freedoms. If Issa is not willing to stand up for the constitution, then he should resign his office. If you are in Issa’s congressional district, perhaps it is time to start monitoring how he is voting. Baldwin is a former member of the California State Assembly.
insults as she swam upstream in a heavily blue state to the very top spot. Furthermore, blaming Gov. Martinez for New Mexico’s problems is tantamount to blaming the problems in Calcutta on the late Mother Teresa. Trump said, “Since 2000, the number of people on food stamps in New Mexico has tripled. We have to get your governor to get going. She’s got to do a better job, OK? Your governor has got to do a better job.” Earth to the tin-eared Donald Trump: Martinez was not governor of New Mexico in 2000. New Mexico is a poor state, made poorer still by eight years of excess by Democratic Gov. Bill Richardson and years of a Democrat-controlled legislature. Add to that, the fact that the state’s employment was heavily tied to the federal government and the major industry is oil and gas production. After the recession began, New Mexico was hard-hit by Washington’s cutbacks and, more recently, lower fuel prices. Among Martinez’s first moves was to sell the state’s luxury jet and fire the two chefs assigned to the governor’s mansion. She and the first gentleman now do most of their own cooking, thank you very much. In addition, she put a moratorium on the purchase of new state vehicles and barred state agencies from hiring lobbyists. Martinez has been heavily praised for erasing the largest structural budget deficit in state history without raising taxes and without sacrificing classroom spending and basic health care for those most in need. As for the economy, she worked across the aisle to enact reforms that reduced regulations and taxes on business, which are bringing private investment and industries into her state, thereby diversifying the economic base. In 2014, the state went from the third-highest tax burden on manufacturing investment to the best in the West. Yes, New Mexico’s recovery has lagged behind the rest of the country. However, despite all the problems, there has been a net gain
of 30,200 jobs from September of 2010 through April 2016. In the first four months of this year, New Mexico added 8,448 jobs, so things are beginning to move in the right direction. Martinez has more than her share of detractors, having ruffled the feathers of both the union bosses and the teaching establishment. She ended the practice of having the state collect union dues and vetoed a raise in the minimum wage, which would have put New Mexico at a disadvantage with neighboring states. Her education reforms include rating schools, evaluating teachers and working to end social promotion. All of these measures are strongly opposed by the teachers’ unions. Exactly which of the reforms instituted by Gov. Martinez would Trump have a problem with? What would he have done differently? It would be helpful to know. By far the dumbest remark made by Trump last week was to assert that “Syrian refugees are being relocated in large numbers to New Mexico.” Only 10 Syrian refugees have been relocated to the state while Martinez has served as governor. Furthermore, although Martinez opposes the practice and has taken a hard line on illegal immigration, Trump should know that governors have no legal authority to prevent refugee relocation in their states. Nevertheless, Trump’s baseless and tasteless attacks and outright lies don’t seem to phase his supporters. In their minds, he can do no wrong. They are not unlike Clinton’s supporters who do not seem to care that she is dishonest and has put the nation at risk. Heaven help us. Jane Chastain is a Southern California-based broadcaster, author and political commentator. Despite her present emphasis on politics, Jane always will be remembered as the nation’s first female TV sportscaster, spending 17 years on the sports beat. Jane blogs at JaneChastain.com. She is a pilot who lives on a private runway. For more opinion, or to comment on this story online, visit www. myvalleynews.com.
The Donald vs. The Governor Jane Chastain SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS
You are all familiar with the term “sore loser.” Last week in New Mexico, Donald Trump, the presumptive GOP presidential nominee, took aim at the state’s popular Latina governor, Susana Martinez, and showed us what a “sore winner” looks like. The reality television star just
can’t seem to leave well enough alone. He attempted to bully Martinez into jumping on board his campaign bandwagon. Yes, his relentless attacks against political rivals and party leaders have worked in the past. Last weekend “Little Marco” released his delegates to vote for Trump. Earlier, Ben Carson the “OK doctor,” Chris Christie, the brunt of Trump’s fat jokes, along with Mike Huckabee, Rick
Santorum, Rick Perry, Rand Paul, Scott Walker and Bobby Jindal all decided to forgive and forget in order to hitch a ride on the Trump train, which appears headed to the White House with its load of political malcontents. My guess is that this low-ball tactic won’t work with Martinez, who would have made an excellent running mate for Trump. Martinez has fielded more than her share of
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Hi, my name is Pooh Bear. I am a 1-year-old domestic short hair. I am a super cat. I am litter-box trained. I use a scratching post. I am good with kids and dogs. I am spunky and love to be held. I will need to be neutered before going to a forever home. Intake Number: 300244
Hi, my name is Poochy. I’m a 10-month-old female terrier mix. Am I cute or what? My owner had too many pets, so now I am looking for a loving home. I am good with kids and other dogs. I am an inside dog and housebroken. I have a sweet disposition and would make a terrific pet. I will need to be spayed before going to my new home. Intake Number: 300752
Website: www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com • Address: 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar, CA 92595 Phone: (951) 674-0618 • Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Faith Take time for yourself Bill Freeman SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS
The late William F. Buckley, Jr., many years ago, ran for mayor of New York City. He ran on the Conservative Party ticket. He knew he had no chance of winning. So when he was asked if he did win, what’s the first thing he would do, he said, “Demand a recount.” Perhaps Bill Buckley was doing something he had always wanted to do – run for political office. Or maybe, by running, he was making a political statement. Whatever the reason was that he ran, he was, at the very least, taking time for himself. We all need to do that sometimes, or maybe more often than sometimes, take time for ourselves. And take time for our self, to examine our lives. After all, Socrates said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” So, how is your life? Are you living the life you want to live? How are your loved ones? How are your relationships? Have you forgiven (and forgotten) any and all those who have done you wrong over the years, knowing that bitterness and resentment only hurts you, not them? How is your career going? Are you doing what you love? Are you considering a career change? Or how is your retirement? Are you making it okay? How is your health? Are you eating right? Are you getting the right amount of sleep? Are there things you can be doing, proactively, to improve any or all of the above? The religious call taking time for our self by sitting silently alone: contemplation, solitude and medita-
tion. Saint Francis de Sales said, “A half-hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.” Dr. Wayne Dyer said, “Meditation is difficult for many people because their thoughts are always on some distant object or place. One form of meditation is to label the thought as it appears and then choose to let it go.” Philosopher Mortimer Adler called sitting in silence for a halfhour at the end of a busy day, not meditation, but “Idling,” in the way that a car sits idling – the engine is turning over, but the car isn’t moving. Dr. Adler suggested by sitting and not thinking of anything in particular that thoughts and insights will come to us, even though we’re not thinking of them. That’s why he said he kept a pad and pen next to him when he idled. You don’t have to sit in silence. If you are able, you can walk around outside in silence. Hopefully the silence will be broken by the sweet sounds of birds singing. Then you can look at all the beauty that surrounds us here in Southern California - mountains, trees, flowers - thinking about nothing in particular. Just taking a little time out from the cares of the world for your self. I hope you’re able to do that quite regularly. Don’t worry. The cares of the world will be waiting for you when you return. Bill Freeman is the Senior Minister at Menifee United Church of Christ, 26701 McCall Blvd., Menifee. His email address is Bill@ BillFreeman.org
Assembly Bill 1754, a bill I authored to protect vulnerable seniors and dependent adults, passed the Assembly Floor and will now head to the Senate. AB 1754 will help elder and dependent adult victims of financial crimes deal with the severe emotional and financial trauma that can result from these crimes. AB 1754 sets up a pilot program in San Diego County to help these victims pay for mental health and financial counseling that may be necessary for their recovery. Victims will be reimbursed up to $3,000 from the California Victim Compensation Program, partly financed through federal matching funds and from restitution, fines and penalty assessments ordered by the courts and paid by the criminals themselves. The Department of Social Services reports that throughout California, as many as 1,600 cases of elder and dependent adult financial abuse are under investigation in any given month. In San Diego County alone, the Adult Protect Services agency has confirmed 1,148 unique cases of elder and dependent adult financial abuse over the past year. When a trusting senior loses their life savings, there are no assistance programs outside of the court process to help them. Many have no recourse and resort to depression and even suicide. Helping seniors find resources and support
to rebuild their lives is the intent of my bill. Simply stated, elder abuse cannot be tolerated – its victims must be protected. AB 1754 will help seniors regain their dignity and receive necessary assistance to help restore their independence and self-respect.
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For more information on Kingston, please visit the Retrievers and Friends website at www. retrieversandfriends.com or call (951) 696 2428.
Son of Camp Pendleton Marine receives service dog Cpl. Keenan Zelazoski SPECIAL TO THE VALLEY NEWS
Camp Pendleton hosted a ceremony in the Headquarters and Support Battalion building May 18 to donate a service puppy to 16-year old Chris Simpson. Chris is the son of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Bryan Simpson, the 62-area Officer in Charge at Camp Pendleton. One year ago, while Chris was undergoing a heart transplant surgery and recovery, the puppy’s mother, Zoe, was part of a dog therapy program at Seattle Children’s Hospital in Seattle. “Zoe helped Chris get through a difficult part of his life,” said Shannon Simpson, Chris’ mother. “He would see Zoe on a weekly basis, and Zoe was his incentive to make it to the next week each time.” According to Simpson, Chris’s relationship with Zoe was an integral part of his recovery and they formed a very special bond during their time together. “It was an instant connection when Zoe met Chris,” said James Skoor, a volunteer at Seattle Children’s and one of Zoe’s handlers. “He was an incredible little boy, and enduring three heart transplants over 16 years takes a tremendous toll. Chris fell in love
U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton hosted a ceremony to donate a service puppy to 16-year old Chris Simpson, son of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Bryan Simpson. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Keenan Zelazoski
with our dog Zoe, and it didn’t matter how sick Chris was at the time, he would find the strength to come down and spend time with Zoe.” According to Skoor, as soon as he found out they could donate a service dog, he knew Chris had to have one. He came up with the idea to have Zoe mother a litter of puppies with the intention of giving one to Chris. The Shiloh Shepard puppy will receive service dog training at Wounded Warrior Battalion-West to
better assist Chris in the future. “Part of Chris’ condition is that he usually wears a mask to prevent from getting sick,” said Simpson, adding that the mask causes some people to refrain from approaching her son. “[The puppy] will be able to help break that barrier and provide a way for people to initiate conversation with him.” Chris added that he really appreciated his time with Zoe and is thrilled to move forward and raise Zoe’s puppy, Potato.
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Summer fun for young entrepreneurs
How to host a perfect lemonade stand
PITCHER PERFECT LEMONADE Ingredients • 2 cups sugar • 2 cups water (for the simple syrup) • 2 cups lemon juice • 8 cups of cold water (dilute to taste)
Planning a perfect lemonade stand goes far beyond just Pinterest worthy. These middle-school-bound Temecula girls worked together to build their backyard business at a local park. Ashley Ludwig photos
Ashley Ludwig WRITER
Summer is here and warmer days and sunshine outdoor playtime should beckon but if your children are anything like mine – tweenagers – chances are they are more interested in Minecrafting or playing Slither.io on the computer. That said, a reminder that they want to earn some money for fun shopping adventures was the only nudge they needed to get their entrepreneurial wheels turning. So, how does a tween make money for things they want over the summer? That idea sped them straight toward hosting a lemonade stand and the perfect opportunity for both of them to learn a few handy lessons. A lemonade stand offers everything from self-reliance to a quick lesson in business 101. At the age of 10, they were more than capable of working out the simple math needed to estimate how much they put in and determine what they needed to make to be profitable in their venture. This was the perfect time for the children to learn the cost of ingredients, how much they needed to make before they earned a profit and even a little lesson in measuring and baking. What they
ended up with was a priceless bonding experience (as mama was mostly hands off this project) and a sense of achievement that couldn’t be matched. A neighborhood lemonade stand serves multiple purposes. First, it takes teamwork to put one together. Second, there is a math lesson to be had behind managing both the cost of the products you wish to sell and the profits to be made by what you are selling. Third, there is a whole lot of fun in the process of earning all of your funds. An added lesson for these two was the drive to make homemade cookies to sell with their sweet drinks. We happen to have a tried and true lemonade recipe that calls for simple sugar, fresh juiced lemons which are bountiful in the summer from neighbor’s trees, and is impossible to resist. This lemonade has been served at park birthday parties, is always in the refrigerator and is a family staple during the hot summer days. To match the lemonade, a little something to munch – in my daughter’s opinion – was just the thing to get customers to return with more friends and family. Searching the Internet for recipes, she selected an easy, glutenfree cookie recipe. The ingredients
Steps Make simple syrup by heating the sugar and water in a small saucepan until the sugar is dissolved completely. While the sugar is dissolving, use a juicer to extract the juice from 12 lemons, enough for two cups of juice. Add the juice and the sugar water to a pitcher. Add cold water, more or less to the desired strength. Water can be replaced with half-water, half-ice, for quick cooling. If the lemonade is a little sweet for your taste, add a little more lemon juice. Serve with ice, sliced lemons. Serves 12.
– peanut butter, sugar, eggs, baking soda, salt and vanilla extract – along with simple instructions made this one a winner in my book. This quick peanut butter cookie recipe was simple enough instructions for a 10-year-old to follow and the cookies were delightfully delicious enough that the tiny businesswoman requested a whole second batch to keep at home. Now that the products were decided upon, it was time to develop their lemonade stand. Thanks to the Pinterest parents, your typical lemonade stands of years-gone-by are over. Gone is merely the act of setting up a card table along with a little sign announcing prices per cup. Now, Pinterest offers a plethora of ideas for creating a miniature shop for your stand complete with décor, chalkboard sign styles, tablecloths and striped paper straws. Not being a complete helicopter mom, I decided to give them a basic idea and let their imaginations go wild for the rest. With older children, such as my daughter and her best friend, I recommended they dig through the party supplies I keep on hand and then make a list
for what they needed at the Dollar Store to complete the look and feel they wanted for their display. The donated items they decided upon included the folding table, a tablecloth, baskets for their baked goods and the lemonade drink dispenser. The children needed to purchase poster board for signs, cups for the drinks, a bag of ice, as well as ingredients for the baked goods they wanted to make and sell. Setting to work, they prearranged a paper drop table cloth, decorated it with sparkly party decorations that would capture the sunlight and organized how many cups they would need out to sell enough products to make their efforts profitable. Finally, the location of the lemonade stand was the last piece of their entrepreneurial puzzle. Many children will choose a street
corner for their stand, but the girls decided to maximize their visibility by locating their stand at a neighborhood park under a shady tree. With a little team work, the table and decorations were moved into place and finally the baked treats and lemonade dispenser. Left to their own devices, parental supervision not-withstanding, the girls sold their handmade goodies for a little over two hours on a summer afternoon. Fuzzy math of actual expenditures aside, each split their profits for their summer funbudget and future lemonade stands are in planning stages, with new and delicious baked treats to try. Letting your kids enjoy the outdoors as well as testing their wings with supervised cooking and baking, enables them to get the most out of their summer days.
PERFECT PEANUTBUTTER COOKIES—Gluten Free! Ingredients • 2 cups peanut butter • 2 cups white sugar • 2 eggs • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 2 tsp baking soda • ¼ tsp salt Steps: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In mixer bowl, stir together peanut butter and sugar until smooth consistency. Beat eggs in separate bowl, add vanilla. Pour into mixer, until combined.
The familiar fork-pressed crisscross on peanut butter cookies, this easy recipe is gluten free and delicious for all.
In another bowl, blend dry ingredients together. Pour dry ingredients, a little bit at a time, to the wet ingredients, until a dough forms. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on greased or parchment covered cookie sheets. Use a fork to create crisscross pattern on top of cookie balls. NOTE: The cookies may crumble. Bake at 350-degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Let cookies cool on baking sheet before transferring to wire rack to cool further.
Plates of covered cookies are the perfect complement to the ice cold lemonade at your neighborhood lemonade stand.
REAL ESTATE
Market at a glance (As of June 5, 2016) No of Homes Sold Inventory of Properties Listed Average Selling Price Average List Price Median List Price Asking Price per Square Foot Average Days on Market Most Expensive Listing Least Expensive Listing Average Age of Listing % of Properties w/ Price decrease % of Properties Relisted (reset DOM) % of Flip properties (price increase) Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft) Median Number of Bedrooms Median Number of Bathrooms Market Action Index*
TEMECULA
MURRIETA
WILDOMAR
36 (481) 476 $458,029 $712,916 $529,900 $189 95 $7,700,000 $279,900 17 34% 12% 5% 3122 8,001-10,000 4.0 3.0 Seller (43.8)
41 (404) 400 $425,232 $684,866 $449,988 $172 87 $3,499,000 $72,000 16 34% 7% 4% 3050 8,001-10,000 4.0 3.0 Seller (48.2)
11 (83) 89 $338,345 $400,503 $395,000 $156 62 $915,000 $179,000 18 25% 7% 3% 2500 8,001-10,000 4.0 2.5 Seller (61.2)
LAKE ELSINORE 33 (209) 212 $288,359 $361,647 $346,490 $166 87 $1,575,000 $135,000 23 33% 8% 6% 2109 6,501-8,000 4.0 2.5 Seller (52.4)
CANYON LAKE 10 (163) 167 $340,380 $626,259 $529,000 $205 114 $2,299,900 $109,000 28 32% 4% 2% 2519 6,501-8,000 3.0 2.5 Seller (33.0)
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SUN CITY
HEMET
41 (123) 133 $309,043 $374,004 $364,000 $155 47 $749,900 $90,000 14 26% 6% 3% 2442 6,501-8,000 4.0 2.5 Seller (59.2)
8 (147) 146 $181,800 $295,935 $265,000 $152 63 $1,399,000 $62,000 27 24% 8% 5% 1607 6,501-8,000 3.0 2.0 Seller (58.8)
52 (377) 381 $221,633 $294,090 $245,000 $145 125 $5,000,000 $49,000 34 26% 9% 6% 1720 6,501-8,000 3.0 2.0 Seller (54.8)
SAN JACINTO 13 (115) 113 $223,060 $257,601 $249,900 $132 116 $1,845,000 $50,000 26 17% 4% 7% 1772 6,501-8,000 4.0 2.0 Seller (59.7)
*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer. Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 06/06/16. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 06/05/16. Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.
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List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 246 closed transactions for 5/30/16 – 6/5/16.
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Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Bath
Days on Market
Anza
39490 Terwilliger Road
$150,000
1056
3BR
2BA
33
Canyon Lake
23639 Casa Bonita Avenue
$228,000
1200
3BR
2BA
202
Hemet
Lake Elsinore
Hemet 2355 E. Florida
City
Address
Sale Price
Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Bath
Days on Market
Lake Elsinore
15037 Zieglinde Drive
$389,900
2114
4BR
3BA
9
13780 Calle De Los Pinos Road
$524,000
2930
2BR
3BA
112
Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.
City
Address
Sale Price
Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Bath
Days on Market
Murrieta
26828 Montseratt Court
$372,000
1862
4BR
3BA
7
34124 Albacete Avenue
$372,500
2604
4BR
4BA
68 8
23466 Schooner Drive
$278,800
1605
3BR
2BA
39
34181 Nandina Court
$320,000
1926
3BR
2BA
123
37662 Sprucewood Lane
$375,000
2145
4BR
3BA
22084 Treasure Island Drive
$330,000
1252
2BR
2BA
356
18120 Tereticornis Avenue
$158,350
1344
2BR
2BA
35
31890 Browning Street
$375,000
2750
5BR
3BA
8
23468 Continental Way
$350,000
1780
3BR
2BA
67
15525 Rose Street
$245,000
1300
3BR
2BA
62
37669 Sprucewood Lane
$395,000
2570
4BR
3BA
45 40
22571 Snow Water Place
$370,000
1996
4BR
2BA
170
183 Woodlake Street
$250,000
1176
3BR
2BA
15
29164 Dentaria Way
$407,000
3243
4BR
3BA
22925 Lassen Drive
$380,000
2403
4BR
4BA
140
35003 SEDONA Street
$275,500
2197
3BR
3BA
245
29588 Andromeda Street
$415,000
3000
4BR
3BA
14
30212 Rim Rock Place
$445,000
3500
5BR
4BA
84
928 Marcia Court
$313,000
1710
4BR
2BA
48
37540 Westridge Drive
$444,000
3187
4BR
3BA
21
30160 Skippers Way Drive
$447,000
1779
3BR
2BA
95
18450 Crestline Drive
$322,500
1344
3BR
2BA
55
27334 Snowfield Street
$445,000
3494
6BR
5BA
39
23101 Canyon Lake Drive
$450,000
1562
3BR
2BA
102
52984 Sweet Juliet Lane
$337,500
3237
4BR
3BA
83
38693 Falkirk Drive
$457,500
3600
3BR
3BA
69
1149 Santa Fe Avenue
$105,000
729
2BR
1BA
21
199 Sheriff Avenue
$155,000
1224
3BR
2BA
250 169
23925 Wells Place
$125,000
1080
2BR
2BA
93
29220 Gateway Drive
$425,000
2595
4BR
3BA
34
41155 Collegian Way
$188,500
1534
2BR
2BA
33
31750 Machado Street
$44,000
1152
2BR
2BA
82
Menifee
San Jacinto
41200 Calle Capri
$380,000
1782
4BR
2BA
75
26859 Augusta Drive
$137,400
1066
2BR
2BA
62
1224 Cedar Breaks Way
$175,000
1414
3BR
2BA
610 Santa Clara Circle
$28,000
684
2BR
1BA
79
28653 PEBBLE BEACH
$140,000
992
2BR
1BA
15
1766 Carrera Drive
$180,000
1075
2BR
2BA
4
1003 Santa Teresa Way
$53,000
1368
2BR
2BA
25
26309 Allentown Drive
$144,000
1000
2BR
1BA
7
1430 Windrider Street
$194,775
1539
4BR
2BA
27
944 Johnston Avenue
$62,900
1120
2BR
2BA
78
28701 Carmel Road
$170,000
1508
3BR
2BA
78
1934 Van Fleet Drive
$230,000
1577
4BR
3BA
15
1295 Cawston Avenue
$67,500
693
2BR
1BA
38
27372 El Puente Street
$177,000
1077
2BR
2BA
61
1276 Beringer Drive
$233,000
1599
3BR
2BA
6
810 San Rafael Drive
$75,000
1200
2BR
2BA
108
28769 Avenida De Las Flores
$200,000
1344
3BR
2BA
95
1966 Carroll Drive
$237,000
2244
3BR
2BA
52 69
43441 Briercliff Drive
$115,000
1019
2BR
1BA
25
30111 Westlake Drive
$216,000
1255
2BR
2BA
298
1927 VILLINES Avenue
$250,000
2353
4BR
2BA
40621 Revere Avenue
$139,900
1044
3BR
1BA
50
28761 Belmont Court
$230,000
1748
2BR
2BA
5
741 Amor Drive
$250,000
2338
5BR
3BA
56
993 Stonecrest Street
$154,000
1152
2BR
2BA
178
28997 Thornhill Drive
$230,000
1600
2BR
2BA
82
1958 Hemmingway Place
$260,000
2553
4BR
2BA
185
420 Panorama Drive
$159,000
1491
2BR
2BA
164
29517 Ellington Court
$250,000
1370
2BR
2BA
17
870 Lyon Avenue
$300,000
1991
3BR
2BA
98
133 Elmwood Avenue
$165,000
1186
3BR
1BA
9
27828 Winter Branch Court
$265,000
1690
3BR
2BA
62
1706 Caseros Drive
$330,000
3638
5BR
3BA
38
1895 Flame Tree Way
$165,000
1161
2BR
2BA
148
26842 Saratoga Drive
$276,500
1773
3BR
3BA
87
28576 Bradley Road
$140,000
992
2BR
1BA
16
40849 Lois Court
$165,800
1148
2BR
2BA
13
29525 Oakbridge Drive
$278,000
1570
3BR
3BA
67
26224 Lancaster Drive
$140,000
1100
2BR
1BA
108
44365 COMPIEGNE Drive
$179,000
1454
4BR
2BA
19
27190 Dix Hill Road
$280,000
1720
3BR
2BA
43
26491 Redford Court
$145,000
1266
2BR
2BA
11
154 Zolder Street
$182,000
1186
2BR
2BA
56
29640 Cottonwood Cove Drive
$295,000
1979
3BR
2BA
54
29997 Carmel Road
$152,500
945
2BR
1BA
10
280 Val Monte Drive
$183,800
1339
3BR
2BA
84
29299 Wagon Creek Lane
$305,000
1598
3BR
2BA
62
29084 Desert Hills Road
$172,000
992
2BR
1BA
3
419 Nolan Avenue
$185,000
1420
3BR
2BA
2
26914 Potomac Drive
$305,000
1656
3BR
2BA
55
28833 Del Monte Drive
$225,000
1730
3BR
2BA
137
890 State Street
$195,000
1502
3BR
2BA
188
27308 Partridge Court
$308,000
2409
4BR
3BA
9
25738 Ridgemoor Road
$229,900
2000
3BR
2BA
115
701 Barber Drive
$195,000
1642
3BR
2BA
28
29167 Willows Landing Drive
$314,900
1885
3BR
3BA
7
29960 Pebble Beach Drive
$250,000
1370
2BR
2BA
42
26090 Amanda Street
$198,000
1646
3BR
2BA
73
27975 Calm Horizon Drive
$315,000
1826
3BR
2BA
14
42980 Calle Montecillo
$730,000
3516
4BR
4BA
43
43216 San Marcos Place
$200,000
1532
3BR
2BA
48
27873 Maywood Bend Drive
$320,000
2395
4BR
3BA
63
21940 Carancho
$1,100,000
4130
4BR
5BA
456
42877 Seal Rock Court
$200,000
1133
3BR
2BA
1
29413 El Presidio Lane
$325,000
2152
4BR
4BA
34
40034 Spring Place Court
$291,000
1577
3BR
3BA
0
25090 Jutland Drive
$200,000
1324
3BR
2BA
18
28859 Sunburst Drive
$325,000
1883
4BR
2BA
10
39546 Long Ridge Drive
$302,500
1500
3BR
3BA
21
2345 Juneberry Avenue
$202,500
1328
2BR
2BA
15
29910 Bay View Way
$325,000
2543
4BR
4BA
114
30360 Guadalupe Court
$355,000
1404
3BR
3BA
6
26136 Dartmouth Street
$210,000
1595
3BR
2BA
7
30159 Lamplighter Lane
$330,000
2204
4BR
3BA
71
31070 Humbolt Court
$396,000
1937
4BR
3BA
29
Sun City
Temecula
310 Wright Street
$216,500
1394
3BR
2BA
11
31303 Palomar Road
$345,000
2243
3BR
3BA
115
41809 Carleton Way
$565,000
3363
5BR
4BA
267
44096 Alsace Lane
$218,000
1369
3BR
2BA
33
29367 Riptide Drive
$347,000
2163
3BR
3BA
62
31719 Country View Road
$645,000
4133
5BR
5BA
157
3916 Via Barcelona
$220,000
1672
4BR
3BA
6
30082 Via Palermo
$360,000
2464
4BR
3BA
5
30070 Via De La Mesa
$650,000
2582
4BR
3BA
110
41073 Torrey Pine Court
$220,000
1760
3BR
2BA
144
29622 Pebble Creek Court
$360,000
2535
4BR
3BA
22
31951 Valone Court
$674,000
3943
5BR
4BA
4
2655 Beech Tree Street
$220,000
1445
3BR
2BA
7
28711 Chaparral View Drive
$365,000
2839
5BR
3BA
22
29738 Avenida De Calazada
$280,000
1278
3BR
2BA
3
4081 Lincoln Avenue
$220,000
1360
3BR
2BA
6
28761 Moonrise Way
$365,000
2597
4BR
3BA
38
42173 Agena Street
$309,000
1132
3BR
2BA
99
25222 Sansome Street
$224,000
1502
4BR
2BA
102
27543 Renaissance Circle
$365,000
3356
5BR
4BA
108
32073 Calle Novelda
$325,000
1395
4BR
3BA
19
1837 Balsawood Drive
$228,000
1700
3BR
2BA
3
29486 Wooden Boat Drive
$372,981
2743
4BR
3BA
95
32678 Bodley Court
$375,000
1628
3BR
2BA
29
224 Glenview Lane
$240,000
1439
2BR
2BA
77
29905 Cottonwood Cove Drive
$389,000
3267
6BR
3BA
50
43359 Via Sabino
$378,735
2047
4BR
3BA
10
1447 Via Rojas
$242,000
1632
2BR
2BA
129
28799 Richfield Circle
$417,000
2808
4BR
3BA
45
42817 Agena Street
$383,000
1660
3BR
3BA
10
25059 Rhine Street
$242,111
2071
3BR
2BA
63
27905 Seneca Court
$435,035
2785
4BR
3BA
73
43660 Savona Street
$415,000
2606
4BR
3BA
64
3022 Mockingbird Lane
$246,750
2100
3BR
2BA
45
28473 Port Cove
$439,000
2908
4BR
3BA
63
42022 Camino Casana
$419,900
2499
4BR
3BA
37
123 Playa Court
$248,000
2248
3BR
2BA
83
27835 Lucerne Drive
$447,611
3766
5BR
4BA
16
42527 Drennon Court
$420,000
2294
3BR
3BA
45
1266 Bee Balm Road
$249,000
2808
4BR
3BA
54
27906 Seneca Court
$461,345
2785
4BR
3BA
38
29780 Camino Del Sol Drive
$428,000
1766
4BR
2BA
94
42118 Levi Court
$250,000
1759
3BR
2BA
7
30523 Buckboard Lane
$490,000
3284
5BR
4BA
83
42620 Hussar Court
$439,900
2709
4BR
3BA
36
4900 Duskywing Road
$250,000
2078
4BR
2BA
8
30311 Napa Street
$250,000
2189
4BR
3BA
74
32487 Dahl Drive
$470,000
2129
3BR
3BA
4
26170 Hemet Street
$257,500
1703
4BR
2BA
13
38055 CALLE DE LOBO
$989,000
3582
4BR
4BA
188
45770 Olympic Way
$340,000
1604
3BR
2BA
8
160 Leonard Way
$260,000
1861
2BR
2BA
26
43955 Anitra Street
$1,150,000
2200
4BR
3BA
240
31826 Tamarack Court
$350,000
1846
3BR
3BA
43
1474 Camino Hidalgo
$285,000
1734
2BR
2BA
56
23747 Cadenza Drive
$384,900
2850
5BR
3BA
27
31171 Lahontan Street
$360,000
1613
4BR
2BA
4
1240 Stepstone Court
$289,900
2621
5BR
3BA
22
24493 Corte Rojelio
$390,000
1834
3BR
2BA
37
45288 Callesito Ordenes
$360,000
1600
4BR
2BA
6
4715 Shasta Blue Lane
$295,000
3082
5BR
3BA
6
42210 Clairissa Way
$405,759
3911
5BR
5BA
74
33328 Shaynna Circle
$370,000
1659
4BR
3BA
4
881 Curry Drive
$309,750
3152
3BR
3BA
147
24550 Genova Court
$416,000
2940
4BR
3BA
19
33498 Camino Hernandez
$386,000
1748
4BR
3BA
3
1214 Berylstone Drive
$340,000
2996
5BR
3BA
8
41400 Lily Avenue
$447,450
2972
5BR
3BA
3
46515 Peach Tree Street
$400,000
1663
3BR
2BA
5
42341 Gibbel Road
$417,000
2996
5BR
3BA
13
41599 Cherrybranch Avenue
$500,000
3291
6BR
3BA
53
44640 Lorraine Drive
$415,000
1687
4BR
2BA
32
23480 Beech Street
$785,000
4191
4BR
4BA
109
23439 Silverwood Street
$539,000
3135
5BR
4BA
9
44395 Dorchester Drive
$442,000
2139
3BR
3BA
41
Murrieta
41885 Mayberry Avenue
$302,500
2228
4BR
3BA
34
42421 Shaw Lane
$615,000
2084
5BR
4BA
323
45848 Palmetto Way
$459,000
2025
4BR
3BA
24
1207 Heald Avenue
$167,000
1156
3BR
1BA
17
24501 Jenny Lane
$1,400,000
5817
6BR
6BA
66
32984 Rhine Avenue
$515,000
3340
5BR
3BA
110 39
131 Peck Street
$185,000
749
2BR
1BA
3
26391 Arboretum Way
$214,500
1213
2BR
2BA
74
45127 Tioga Street
$535,000
2760
4BR
3BA
30505 Canyon Hills Road
$235,000
1565
2BR
3BA
16
35728 Plume Lane
$297,000
1727
3BR
3BA
14
32192 Elk Grove Court
$625,000
2898
4BR
3BA
11
33537 Cedar Creek Lane
$274,000
1712
3BR
3BA
65
39692 Garin Drive
$315,000
1386
3BR
2BA
56
41620 Anza Road
$580,000
2660
2BR
3BA
188
33568 Cedar Creek Lane
$282,000
1712
3BR
3BA
28
39579 Silverberry Court
$320,000
1520
4BR
2BA
105
20070 Bryant Street
$245,000
1560
3BR
2BA
210
34150 Shasta Drive
$284,500
1767
3BR
3BA
72
24049 Tobaro Court
$320,000
1304
3BR
2BA
9
33636 Windmill Road
$252,000
1536
3BR
2BA
72
34220 Kalanchoe Road
$295,000
1296
3BR
2BA
80
39545 Currant Court
$324,900
1493
4BR
2BA
43
35233 Gatu Court
$315,000
2250
5BR
3BA
44
36201 Pursh Dr.
$329,900
1906
4BR
2BA
151
27629 Bottle Brush Way
$380,000
2945
4BR
3BA
199
21815 Heliotrope Lane
$318,000
1443
3BR
2BA
11
34191 Nandina Court
$343,000
2133
3BR
3BA
77
39940 Tinderbox Way
$405,000
2316
4BR
3BA
111
35336 Chiwi Circle
$359,900
2289
4BR
3BA
38
32343 Rock Rose Drive
$365,000
2885
5BR
3BA
5
40075 Buckwood Way
$405,000
2454
4BR
3BA
34
33326 Willow Tree Lane
$360,000
1812
3BR
2BA
76
11 Corte Madera
$376,900
2413
5BR
3BA
51
24211 Via Llano
$410,000
2100
3BR
2BA
37
24829 Rainbarrel Road
$366,990
2351
4BR
3BA
116
31873 Willow Wood Court
$396,000
3552
4BR
3BA
11
28661 Via El Pavo Real
$100,000
1152
2BR
2BA
68
33906 Wagon Train Drive
$369,900
2949
4BR
3BA
269
1121 Dawes Street
$185,000
945
3BR
1BA
49
26384 Arboretum Way
$165,000
730
1BR
1BA
8
35490 Veranda Circle
$370,000
2288
4BR
3BA
10
20870 Sylvester Road
$205,000
1288
3BR
2BA
49
39686 Princeton Way
$252,000
1654
3BR
3BA
74
22060 Grove Road
$370,000
2433
4BR
3BA
35
18905 Applewood Way
$279,900
1304
3BR
2BA
7
29850 Tucana Place
$270,000
1485
3BR
3BA
92
35793 Susan Drive
$395,000
2728
4BR
4BA
13
29318 St. Andrews
$354,000
2200
4BR
3BA
67
37306 Paseo Tulipa
$271,000
1548
3BR
3BA
12
34229 Larksburg Court
$354,900
2469
5BR
3BA
6
37445 Paseo Violeta
$271,000
1590
3BR
3BA
8
18186 Brightman Avenue
$205,000
1080
3BR
2BA
8
31236 Old Trail Circle
$325,000
2538
3BR
3BA
62
32960 Oleander Drive
$259,000
1277
3BR
3BA
41
35604 Sugar Maple Street
$359,000
1992
3BR
3BA
68
32625 San Lucas
$265,000
1740
3BR
2BA
116
35778 Quail Run Street
$365,000
2129
4BR
2BA
37
201 Nebraska Street
$270,000
1156
3BR
2BA
19
25211 Via Pera
$370,000
2141
4BR
3BA
27
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How to avoid these home seller mistakes
John Occhi & Mike Mason SPECIAL TO THE VALLEY NEWS
June marks the peak of the retail season when buyers become more willing to spend a bit more for the home they want, when they want it. You, as the seller, have decided that you are going to get your home ready for sale and you are now contemplating what steps to take, what needs to be done, and what it is going to cost to sell your Temecula/Murrieta family home for the top dollar in this hot sellers’ market. You want to eliminate stress from the formula, yet just the thought of all that lies ahead is already causing the anxiety to mount. Don’t worry, read through this series of articles to identify these common mistakes and what you can do to avoid them. 1. Don’t consider a real estate agent who is quick to agree on what price you want to sell your home for – That’s what you don’t want, a ‘yes man.’ Remember, you are going to pay this agent a serious commission for their expertise. Would you hire a mechanic and tell them how to do your breaks? Do you hire an accountant and stand over their shoulder, telling
them how to complete a tax form? I think not! So why would you hire a real estate agent who is quick to accept your price and not offer their expertise? In the business, we call this “buying the listing.” The agent knows that it won’t sell for this price and that they will be able to come to you at a later point for a price reduction and you’ll find yourself “chasing the market,” which typically results in an ultimate selling price. Find an agent you trust to honestly advise you and not keep any dirty little secrets. 2. Educate yourself on the selling process – No one likes surprises when it comes to real estate. Read articles like this one, both online and in print. Gather as much information as you can on the entire process. Once you think you have an idea of how the process will unfold, discuss the entire process with your trusted REALTOR®. Understanding the process and what to expect from each party will go a long way at reducing your stress levels and allow the sale to proceed smoothly. 3. Preparation is king – There is a lot that goes into getting a home ready for sale. Start with the cleaning, then take care of any needed repairs and update where you can. Before you put the home on the market, declutter and stage your home so that another family can imagine living there with their personal belongings and not yours. 4. Cutting corners – OK, time to invest both time and money into making a few needed repairs. Now is not
the time to cover things up and start cutting corners with cheap materials or quick temporary fixes. Duct tape is not your friend. Do the job right and do it with the right products so that the repair will last for years to come. 5. Watch the calendar – Selling a home is a process that has some very important, even critical dates that must be adhered to. When you are tasked with these responsibilities you need to get them done and done on time. Your failure to comply may result in the buyer believing they do not have to comply with their deadlines and may drag things out as well. Or worse, the entire deal could fall out of escrow. 6. Don’t blame your agent – Your contract is just that: yours. Sure, your REALTOR® should go over all of the terms and conditions with you and explain each step of the process along with all relevant dates on the timeline and let you know what to expect. Perhaps they did and you were just overwhelmed or perhaps they did not. Either way, the contract has your signature on it and you are responsible for its execution. So pay attention to what it says and don’t ever tell anyone that you “didn’t know.” Dumb is not a pretty look on anyone. 7. It’s so inconvenient – Seriously, who keeps their home “show ready” day in and day out with the hope that today is the day that the right buyer will show up and make you that great offer? Well it may be, so you need to keep your house ready to show at all hours of the day, every day, on a very short notice. Remember, the quicker the house sells, the more you’ll typically sell it for and the quicker you no longer have to endure this inconvenience. Remember, it’s only temporary and there is a great reward once it’s done. 8. Do you judge a book by its cover? – We all do and so will any potential buyers when considering (or not considering) your home. The judging starts with the photos and videos your agent takes and blasts across the Internet. If your home is seen poorly by buyers on the Internet, then the odds of a quick sale for top dollar are greatly diminished. 9. Do you have a phantom house? – If your house can’t be found at all on the Internet, then your agent has really let you down. It’s a fact that today, over 90 percent of all homebuyers start their search on the Internet. If a potential buyer cannot find your home then chances are very good that they may never get to see it, let alone write an offer and buy it. 10. Communication is everything – Just like every other aspect of our lives where we want to find success, selling your home requires a clear channel of communication with your real estate agent. Sure, your agent may have been courting the heck out of you when trying to get the listing
but once the sign is in the yard and the lockbox on the door, it may be impossible to get any sort of response about anything at all. If you cannot reasonably communicate with your agent, you may want to look at the terms of your listing agreement and go ahead and fire them. If nothing else, let your concerns be known to their broker (who actually owns the listing – not the agent) and ask for a replacement agent.
Call us today and get the information you need to make the right decision. The info is free, call now! (951) 296-8887. Questions regarding available inventory and/or other real estate matters please contact me, Mike@GoTakeAction.com. Mike Mason, broker/ Owner of MASON Real Estate Cal. BRE: 01483044, Board of Director of your Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors® (SRCAR).
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“People are delighted to find such beautiful homes with open floor plans in a lovely serene environment,” stated Emily Griffin, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Griffin Residential. “Their eager response and quick purchase of a new home has resulted in the release of the final phase. Now is definitely the time to visit Heritage Crossings and select a home before the community is sold out.” Heritage Crossings popular singlefamily detached homes offer both
WILDOMAR – Homebuyers who want countryside scenery and a beautiful new, high value home are encouraged to visit Heritage Crossings at The Farm in Wildomar. Created by Griffin Residential, the final and most desirable homesites are now available starting in the mid $300,000s. These homes provide a superb value for a modern lifestyle in a peaceful, country setting, perfect for growing families and those searching for a single-level home.
one- and two-story floor plans, featuring up to 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, up to 2,907 square feet. These homes are the perfect solution for families who need growing room. Spanish, ranch or Craftsman-inspired architecture gives the neighborhood a classic look. Interiors provide open comfort and indoor/outdoor living areas that suits today’s lifestyles. Expansive kitchens with roomy breakfast bar islands, gleaming slab granite countertops, walk-in pantries and Whirlpool designer stainless steel appliances add both the beauty and practicality that homebuyers demand. Special interior touches of comfort and functionality will be found in the master bathrooms offering luxurious oversized soaking tubs and walk-in closets. Heritage Crossings is an energyfriendly collection, meeting high standards for high efficiency dual-glazed vinyl windows with energy efficient low-E glass, a Quiet Cool whole house fan and water-conserving bathroom faucets and toilets. “This community really reflects its relaxed, country roots. We’ve created opportunities for fireplaces in the great room, expansive floor to ceiling
glass folding doors which expand the indoor/outdoor living areas, offices and more,” Griffin said. Set among the rolling hills of Wildomar, residents will enjoy the outdoor amenities offered at The Farm. These include a variety of citrus groves, a recreation center, three swimming pools, two spas, tennis court, sand volleyball court, basketball court, tot lots, catch and release fishing pond, hiking trails, community gardens and more, all for a low homeowners association rate of $67 per month and a low tax rate of 1.3 percent. Heritage Crossings residents will appreciate direct access to the 15, 215 and 74 freeways, offering an easy reach of major employment centers in Riverside, Orange and San Diego counties for all the Southern California has to offer. With final opportunities and home sites now selling, buyers are urged to visit Heritage Crossings. To reach Heritage Crossings, exit the 15 freeway at Bundy Canyon Road and drive east. Turn right on Harvest Way and follow the signs to the sales center. If traveling the 215 freeway, exit at Scott Road and drive west. Turn left
on Harvest Way East and follow the signs to the sales center. The sales center is open Friday thru Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and closed Wednesday and Thursday. Call (951) 547-3528 for more information or visit the community website at www.Heritage-Crossings.com and visit www. Facebook.com/GriffinResidential for social media updates on the community’s progress. With its legacy beginning over 100 years ago, the Griffin family established a privately owned homebuilding and land development business that has been synonymous with the building of exceptional Southern California homes and communities. Griffin Residential is continuing that legacy with Heritage Crossings by offering the highest quality construction, meticulous attention to detail and superior customer service. Other communities by Griffin include Bella Vista Estates, a gated community in Riverside priced from the mid $700,000s, and Vintage Grove coming soon to Chino. Learn more at www. BellaVista-Estates.com and www. Vintage-Grove.com.
columns you know that I have been advocating the application of a deep layer of mulch for years. Mulch provides many benefits. It moderates the soil temperatures, retains moisture and allows it to spread more uniformly throughout the root zone, discourages weeds and maintains a soft soil surface. A four-inch layer of mulch is recommended. There are many materials you can use and you might want to experiment with a variety of them, but you will probably get the best results if you don’t mix them in any one garden bed. One material that some gardeners have in abundance is pine needles. They provide an airy cooling barrier and break down very slowly to impart a more acidic soil environment which makes mineral nutrients more available to plants. Another material is any size of wood chip specifically intended as mulch; I recommend the finer cut forms. One possible drawback if not specifically manufactured for garden use is the potential for matting due to fungal growth, which can make the wood chip layer impermeable to water. I prefer composted mulch that is light and fluffy, so it doesn’t pack down and contains a higher proportion of hummus and it slowly integrates with and enriches the soil. One drawback of composted mulch is that after several years you may find that your garden soil level has risen. If this ends up burying the bud unions, you may find more suckers forming from the root stock. When this happens, it can be helpful to “lift” the rose, essentially digging to release a large root ball, levering it up, filling in several inches of good garden soil beneath it, and then resetting the root ball in the hole. Whatever mulching material you choose, be careful to not apply it up to or over the bud union. Leave an area around the base of the plant of about 12 inches in diameter. (If you can maintain that distance, then as
your composted mulch disintegrates it will not raise the soil level around the bud unions.)
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the rose will require about 9 gallons of water per week. In the 90s, the rose will require about 12 gallons per week and even more. These figures are rough and based on the amount of water needed to maintain the highest level of show quality; the rose will stay alive on considerably less.” Just this week I received a mailing from my water district (Western) advising customers to “Water...roses no more than once each week...with three to four-gallons of water, allowing it to soak in slowly.” I think you’ll agree that three to four-gallons is “considerably less” than the recommendations for maintaining the “highest level of show quality.” If we are that limited in the quantity of water we can use, we must
Not only are California gardeners faced with new pests, we are confronted with the most severe drought in decades and with the drastic rationing that water districts must impose. We must vigilantly manage our water use if we hope to maintain our cherished roses. In fact, we may well be forced to go into survival mode. Consider what I said in my March 2014 column: “Typical mature, full-size hybrid teas in Southern California soil require about 6 to 9 gallons of water a week when the high temperatures are in the 70s. As temperatures rise into the 80s
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Delivering water efficiently: Drip systems provide the most efficient way to deliver water to your roses because they don’t produce a water spray that can be carried away by our strong winds, and because they deliver water slowly, allowing it to soak deep into the root zone rather than running off. If you have a drip system, be sure it’s in good shape before you cover it with mulch. Open each irrigation valve one at a time and inspect how it is performing. Repair any leaks, including emitters that are spraying from their attachment point on the tubing. You may have to remove the emitter, insert a “goof plug,” and install a new emitter an inch or two away from the original one. One more thing – you will want to estimate the volume of water the system is delivering so you can better manage your use. For example, if every rose has two emitters that deliver eight liters (about 2-gallons) per hour, then to deliver four-gallons to the plant you’ll need to run the system for an hour. This should work well in a typical loam soil. You want the water to soak down at least 12 inches for optimal rose health. A loam soil doesn’t allow water to just run through it, so irrigating for an hour at a time can be fairly efficient. On the other hand, if your soil is particularly sandy, which allows water to permeate more quickly, an hour of irrigation may waste some of that water, and you might be better off running the system twice a week for half as long. Experiment! After all, gardening is a scientific pursuit. Mulch: If you have read my past
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Summer Dormancy: Allowing your roses to go dormant during the hot summer months will reduce water use as well as the stress on your plants. You won’t be missing out much because if you allowed your roses to power through the summer, most blooms would be of poor quality and have burned petals and leaves. So as your roses complete this bloom cycle, remove only the petals as the flowers fade. Do not deadhead them, that is, allow hips to form. This will discourage new growth and flower formation, thus reducing demand for water. Remove any fallen leaves and discard them along with the petals into your yard green waste bin. Do not compost them! It is always a good practice to keep the garden clean in order to reduce fungal diseases and insect pests, particularly in hot dry weather. Do not remove burned leaves because they provide shade for the cane which can be damaged or killed by sunburn. Discontinue your feeding program. We do not want to encourage growth at this time because it will only stress the bush more. In summary, until at least September: • Make sure your water delivery system is operating efficiently • Apply 4 inches of mulch over the entire bed • Remove petals as flowers mature • Allow hips to form • Do not prune or cut back • Leave brown leaves on the plant • Do not feed Doesn’t look like much work, right? Well, since you’ll be taking it easy for the summer, go visit Rose Haven, located at 30592 Jedediah Smith Road (the cross street is Cabrillo Avenue) in Temecula. Also, visit our web site, www. TemeculaValleyRoseSociety.org.
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The improved water supply conditions have allowed the state to adopt regulations based on an agency’s actual water supply. As an agency with one of the state’s most diverse and robust local water supply portfolios – including locally sourced recycled water, brackish groundwater desalination and sustainable well water EMWD benefits from this approach. “Our customers have made proactive and responsible investments to prepare our region for water supply shortages,” EMWD General Manager Paul Jones said. “EMWD strongly advocated for the SWRCB to recognize those efforts. These regulatory changes do just that and support our Board’s efforts to provide relief to our customers through the restoration of outdoor water budgets.” EMWD’s Board emphasized that California – and EMWD’s service area – remains in a yearslong drought and that continued water use efficiency is critical through the summer months. The SWRCB indicated that if suppliers’ customers fail to continue prudent water conservation efforts, state officials may need to revert back to the previous stringent regulatory framework. “Our region has been at the forefront of water use efficiency,” Record said. “Over the past year, customers have again risen to the challenge put before them. We believe they will continue to be efficient with their water use through the summer and well into the future.”
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Recorded statements after a car accident; what, where and when? vided a recorded statement to the other party’s insurance company. When I ask the individual why a recorded statement was provided, the reply goes something like this, “Well, the accident wasn’t my fault, so I thought what difference could it make?” In helping you, the reader, understand when and what to say, I will begin with a question.
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Occasionally, individuals come to my office sometime after (as in weeks or months) a car accident has occurred to discuss their case. During the conversation they inform me they have already pro-
Question: What should I say if at all in a recorded statement after a car accident? Answer: Before we address what you should say in a recorded statement after a car accident, let’s consider whether you should be making a statement at all and whether you are legally obligated to make that recorded statement in the first place.
If we are discussing your own insurance carrier, you do have a legal obligation to cooperate as the adjuster investigates the accident and processes your claim. That obligation extends to giving a recorded statement and providing other information that is asked for during the adjuster interview with your own insurance company. It may be best however to have a discussion first if at all possible with your attorney to carefully go over the facts. But if the other side is asking for a recorded statement, you do not need to give one and indeed probably should not give one anyway. Why, even if you are not at fault? There are many reasons why giving a recorded statement to the other side – which means the insurance company for the other driver or his or her attorney – is not wise. In a nutshell, making a recorded statement cannot help your case at all
and can only help theirs. First, you can be sure the other side will compare any recorded statement you make with any other statements you’ve made about the accident (such as in the police report, or in the emergency room report or even in the hospital record before you were discharged, for example) and any statements you make in the future, such as in a deposition. They’ll try to exploit even the smallest inconsistencies and make you look like you are hiding something, or really do not remember, or are a flat-out liar. Second, an experienced adjuster for the other side knows how to frame questions in ways that will lead you to make a potentially incriminating statement, or at least cause you to paint yourself into a corner. For example, the adjuster might ask how long the stoplight was yellow when you entered the intersection and whether you saw
it turn to red. When you say you did not see the signal turn to red, the adjuster will try to frame that response as an indication you were simply not paying attention. Please note by reading the information above and herein, no attorney-client relationship has been created. Moreover, the information provided herein is not to be relied upon as legal advice for your specific legal needs. Should you have legal questions feel free to contact The Law Offices Morton J. Grabel in Temecula at (951) 695- 7700. Mort, originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, attended an American Bar Association Law School, has an MBA, a real estate broker’s license, a CA nursing home administrator’s license and is a member in good standing of various local chambers of commerce.
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HEMET – The Hemet San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Charity Golf Tournament was a great success with over 160 golfers, NFL stars and many favorite local restaurants in attendance. It was a day of comradery and great fun which commenced with a $100,000 shootout competition, followed by the golfers reminiscing about great football plays with the likes of Ron Brown and David Hill of the Rams, Chris Hale and Will Poole from the Dolphins and Zach Diles and Bryon Chamberlin of the Broncos. The golfers were greeted at almost every hole by some favorite local restaurants as well as wineries and breweries. The day wrapped up with an awards banquet and cocktail party with many wonderful raffle prizes. The Chamber of Commerce was able to make a contribution of $2,000 to the Hemet Police Explorer program as a result of the charity golf tournament. The check was presented to Hemet Police Chief Dave Brown and Explorer program leader Officer Christian Coley at a recent Chamber of Commerce mixer held at Golden Village Palms RV Resort.
Coley said that the funds are critically important as they allow the Explorers, which assists young people ages 14 to 20 in learning about law enforcement, to travel to training exercises. Areas of instruction include the importance of teamwork, community service, developing leadership skills, physical fitness, and ethical methods of problem-solving. The charitable contribution and successful golf tournament would not have been possible without sponsor contributions, including the Grand Title sponsor, The Soboba Foundation and the Major Title sponsor FPPS INC. The Tournament committee worked diligently for several months planning this great tournament in concert with all of the volunteers, Country Club staff and the chamber board we were able to put on a stellar tournament There are big plans to make the 2017 tournament even better, said Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Andy Anderson. Next year’s tournament is scheduled for Friday, May 12, 2017, at the Soboba Country Club.
Fixed interest annuities vs. bank certificate of deposit What is an annuity? Fixed Interest Annuities are time deposits issued by insurance companies which in turn will pay a guaranteed rate of interest for a set period of time. Both the principal and interest are guaranteed by the financial strength of the life insurance company and all companies must maintain a cash reserve that is at least equivalent to the outstanding fixed annuity contract. Annuities are low-risk savings vehicles, where deposited funds are intended to be held like bank CDs, until maturity. At such time the money may be withdrawn altogether with the accrued interest. Withdrawing annuities prior to the maturity may result in early withdrawal penalty fees, though most annuities will allow prior to the end of the contract interest only withdrawals. Annuities have a potential for both lifetime income payments and enhanced death benefits to heirs, unlike with CDs. Monthly income is available. The best five year annuity rates are 3.15 percent for Fidelity & Guaranty, 2.90 percent for Athene and 2.75 percent for North American. What is a Certificate of Deposit (CD)? CDs are time-deposit accounts insured by the Federal Deposit
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It’s really true... there is no such thing as a free lunch FALLBROOK – Fallbrook attorney James C. Alvord, who has written hundreds of wills and trusts for local residents, said, “We’ve all received the colorful, slick invitations in the mail containing a coupon for a free lunch, or even a free dinner, at one of the finer restaurants in Fallbrook, Temecula, Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Bonsall or San Marcos.” The lunch really isn’t free said Alvord. “You’ll be subjected to a hard-sell effort, not unlike the timeshare pitches we’ve all endured. You’ll be promised a free estate review and warned about the evils of the probate process. You might even be given a coupon for discounted legal services. This is where the free part ends and the pitch for a living trust begins,” he said.
In most cases, the trust package being offered is perfectly fine... the problem is the buyer will be paying hundreds of dollars more than he or she needs to. “I would compare this process to buying a new car, a Mercedes or BMW for example. You’ll be getting a great ride, but do you really need to spend that kind of money to get from Point A to Point B? If a trust is right for you, why spend thousands when you can spend hundreds?” Alvord said. According to Alvord, “if you own property in California it is important that you have a trust – the documents included in your trust package are designed to keep your loved ones out of court and far away from the dreaded probate process. They can also assure that you’ll have someone to make
health care decisions for you if you aren’t able to do so, and they should help you organize your assets and arrange for an orderly distribution of your estate upon your passing.” As an added benefit, a person’s estate plan can also greatly reduce family fights about who gets what after he or she is gone. Alvord’s 10 Point Trust Package does all of that, and more. “Clients often ask me what did my neighbors get that I didn’t when they paid thousands and I paid just hundreds? ‘Well,’ I tell them, “they did get a free lunch.” Call James Alvord at (760) 728-1960 to schedule a free consultation. James C. Alvord Courtesy photo
Joining your friend’s wedding party without going broke Nathaniel Sillin FINANCIAL COLUMNIST
If a close friend or family member is getting married it’s an honor to be asked to join the wedding party. However, if your budget is tight because you’re saving up for a financial goal, paying off bills or have had a recent financial reversal like the loss of a job, you might need to do some thinking before
you say yes. The average spend by bridesmaids and groomsmen can exceed $1,000 for clothing, wedding and shower gifts, bachelorette or bachelor party expenses and other incidentals. Add any number of factors – more expensive dresses, a purchased tuxedo, an upscale gift registry, a destination wedding – and suddenly, the cost of standing up for a friend’s wedding can rival
Temecula Women’s Club takes convention awards, honors TEMECULA – Temecula Valley Women’s Club members recently received a number of awards at the California Federation of Women’s Clubs 113th Convention in Irvine. The Temecula Valley Woman’s Club awards received at the convention included a First Places in Conservation Community Service, Education Community Service, Newsletter Contest, Leadership and a Creativity Award for Fundraising. TVWC member Wendy Bolduc’s picture, “Last Kiss,” won in the Living Things category. TVWC was also recognized for their participation in the Penny Pines Reforestation Program.
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a rent payment, or beyond. It can be tough to refuse a friend who wants you to be in his or her wedding. Planning, saving and bargaining can help you avoid having to turn them down. Here are some ideas to potentially lower the wedding party’s costs on the key items: Clothing. Men luck out a bit in the tuxedo rental department because group discounts are often available for wedding parties. (Note to guys: If you’re not going to get at least four wearings out of a tux, you may want to forego buying one.) However, for women, the landscape can get trickier – you’ll probably never wear that dress again. So maybe it’s time for negotiation with the couple. If the dresses or suits don’t have to be identical, you can consider second hand shops and online resale sites that can save significant money. Second hand can be a big winner as well. Gifts. With more pre-wedding events going coed, men and women in wedding parties may be buying both shower and wedding gifts for the couple. How can you cut that cost? The attendants can split a bigger gift at a lower cost per person. If you’re already investing a significant amount of money
in the wedding, consider a more sentimental gift that won’t cost as much but will still be meaningful. If you want an alternative option to the typical registry gift, think about contributing to the couple’s honeymoon fund. Travel. Start searching for discounts the minute you’re asked to participate, particularly on air and hotel – waiting will likely impact your budget. If the wedding is out of town or if overnight stays become a necessity, driving or rooming with other attendants can be a good option. Food costs can be cut by packing food for the drive. If friends live near by the wedding destination, ask if you can stay with them. Stay close to the proceedings – after all, cabs and onsite rental car costs add up, so it’s wise to minimize travel distances. One last tip – check all your travel options one last time before you head to the wedding. Check to see if there are any special deals, price changes or upgrades to your travel or accommodations that you can take advantage of. Pre-wedding celebrations. Bachelor and bachelorette parties are notorious for being overthe-top, but that doesn’t mean you have to empty your savings to show
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the couple a good time. For safety and savings, consider locations with plenty of restaurants and bars close together so you can walk from place to place. Home-based parties can be a fun option, too. After considering all these options, what if you still need to say no? Don’t wait. Be early and be honest with your friend. And offer to help in any way you can. Bottom line. Before you say “yes” to the dress, the tuxedo or the other list of expenses common to the wedding party, do some thinking about alternatives the couple might go for. The right amount of finesse and creativity can preserve your friendship and your budget.
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Employment and Jobs BARBER AND BEAUTY SHOP. Full or part time. Lake Elsinore. 951-440-1751. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for maintenance person. WednesdaySunday. Knowledge of light plumbing, electrical, and dry wall work. Part time housekeepers. Weekend is a must. Apply in Person. RAMADA 28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula.
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Absolutely charming ‘tiny home’ on tree shaded lot within easy walking distance of Loma Linda University, VA, and Loma Linda Hospital. tiny home features a full kitchen, laundry room, living room, 1 bedroom, one bath, and an enclosed porch. Rental is a bachelor unit with a kitchen area and 1 bath. Large lot with fruit trees, off-street covered parking. one-of-a-kind diamond in the rough. Needs a little tLC, but this is a unique property perfect for owner occupant or investor. Don’t wait, CALL NoW!
Excellent income opportunity! triplex each unit with 2BR/1BA, private yards, and covered parking!! Solid long term tenants with all units performing! Good condition. Close to schools and shopping! Nice central location! Hurry!
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Best Value in Seven Hills Seven Hills is a beautiful age restricted area with low, low, low HoA fees. Sparkling ready to move in home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Featuring 1606 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, family room, cozy fireplace and a very picturesque backyard. See it today!
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This home boasts 3 large BD and 2 full BA. Sit by the fireplace in the living room looking out the large front windows to beautiful views. Dual pane windows on the home and an indoor patio addition which leads outside to the covered patio. the backyard has a lg patio, horse corrals and a tac room! Want no neighbors or more acreage? No problem! the lots on both sides of this home are for sale by the same owner. Each at 1/2 acre and perfect for building, horses, or just the rare opportunity to own 1.5 acre of home and land off of park Ave. It is an absolutely beautiful neighborhood!
SECLUDED 50.52 Acres with 360 irrigated pomegranate trees. WAtER: Good well + EMWD Domestic and Irrigation to the property. Retention pond with gravity feed irrigation. poWER: So Cal Edison. this property perfect for GRoWING, oRGANIC, CItRUS or other farming or livestock endeavors. INVEStMENt oppoRtUNItY: 3BD, 1248 sqft Mobile Home (on 10 Acres) rented for $1450 per month. Approved tentative parcel Map for 4 (additional) 10 Acre parcels. property has gentle slope, viewing pads with magnificent views! Perfect for custom Estate Homes.
OuR $CASH FOR YOuR EQuiTY PROGRAM$ CAN GET YOu QuiCK CASH: • ARE YOU BEHIND ON YOUR PAYMENTS? • NEED TO MAKE A DEPOSIT ON A NEW HOME? • NEED MONEY TO FIX UP YOUR HOME BEFORE YOU SELL? • NEED MONEY FOR MOVING?
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3681 park Ave, Hemet
Custom Newly Remodeled Bring all the relatives to see this spacious, extraordinary home on large lot with lush landscaping. Sparkling new flooring, paint, blinds highlight this 3 bedroom, 2 bath plus large living room with fireplace. Dining with built in hutch, great room, indoor laundry and shop, plus 1100sqft under covered patio with lattice with built in BBQ and fountain. Large shed complex in the back yard for storage or hobbies or space for RV. oNLY oNE CHANCE at this price. Call today to view this home!
Offered at $234,900
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Right on the Corner – Right on the price this is a “HoLD Do Not SHoW” as seller is completing some last minute finishing touches prior to initial Open House! Located as the corner lot of a beautiful cul-de-sac, found in the quiet neighborhoods of South East Hemet. Excellent curb appeal with water smart landscaping and drought resistant plants. this gorgeous single story boasts many eye appealing upgrades, including 1501sf of open, spacious, family living. Gated RV parking. tURNKEY.
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Offered at $250,000
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5 Usable Acres
Beautiful 7 Hills 55+
Seven Hills 55+ beauty on golf course. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, large spacious home with separate retreat and office, much more. Covered porch to huge double garage with rooftop sun deck. Sale subject to live estate occupant. Home is on a permanent foundation.
Just Listed! 5 flat usable acres in East Hemet. Recently graded and fenced in. Utilities in the street. Call today for more information.
Shows like a model. 3 bedroom, 2 bath with a 2 car garage. Storage space, dining room, indoor laundry. Newly remodeled with upgrades. Baths and kitchen have marble style countertops. New AC and heat units. Come take a tour this weekend!
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990 W. Florida Ave. Hemet, CA 92543
30111 Technology Dr, Ste 150 Murrieta, CA 92563 (Off Winchester Rd)
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