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When many people wouldn’t or couldn’t travel beyond their front doors during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Teri Sue Parker reached out to countless people in her community to secure donations and supply healthy foods to those who needed it.
A tropical storm helped firefighters establish containment lines around more than half of the deadly Fairview Fire southeast of
The horses, native to Spain, were often interbred, and the quest for a “pure Spanish horse” now centers on the highly bred horses the Spanish explorers took to the Western Hemisphere and the descendants of those Spanish horses who ended up in the wild. Seven of these critically endangered horses
nel, 24 fire crews, law enforcement, 17 water tenders, utility companies, and the Red Cross, according to Riverside County Fire.
In light of the recent evacuations due to the ongoing Fairview Fire, Captain John Choi of the North County Fire Protection District spoke about the importance of evacuation orders and how folks can remain prepared.
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Firefighters battle the Fairview Fire as it burns and attempts to jump Bautista Road southeast of Hemet, Sept. 7. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo 9/11
Temecula commemorates the 21st anniversary of
Sandia Creek Ranch rescued seven Spanish Barb horses. The rescuers learned they may be preSpanish Barbs, called Berbers, that are considered critically endangered by the Equus Survival Trust.
Historic, critically endangered horses safe in De Luz
Monarch’s Wind, a Barb stallion, sports his new fly mask while enjoying a treat. News/Julie Reeder photo
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Cal Fire engineer and honor guard member Jason McMillan salutes as he helps present the colors at the Temecula 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. See more photos on page A-8. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
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The fire was 62% contained as of 7 a.m. after burning 28,307 acres, causing two deaths, seriously burn-
ing a woman, and destroying at least 21 structures. The resources used to fight the Fairview Fire included 1181 firefighters, 197 engine companies, 7 helicopters, 4 air tankers, 119 overhead person-
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Fall is in the air and the spooky season is creeping around the corner, which can only mean one thing: It’s time for the Haunted Studio to return to JDS Creative Academy. The JDS Creative Academy Haunted Studio, an annual fundraiser hosted by the #JDSFamily, turns the entire studio into a full-scale haunted house and pairs tricks with treats at their bake sale.
Hemet, but full containment was not expected until the weekend, authorities said Tuesday, Sept. 13.
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Other speakers spoke in favor of the zone change and the proposed estate homes, saying it would improve their home value and help
The Murrieta City Council held a major discussion about a proposed zone change for a property located at the southwest corner of Hayes Avenue and Kalmia Street, adjacent to the city-owned Equestrian Center Tuesday, Sept. 6. The zone change would allow a tentative tract map for the Kalmia Ranch Estates to build 35 oneacre ranch homes on the property and allow for horses.
Several dissenting speakers, however, were concerned about the greater home density being allowed with the zone change, fearing more high density housing projects might be built in the future. They also expressed concern for the extra traffic coming across the already inadequate bridges for Murrieta Creek. The engineers said the 35 executive homes would not significantly increase the traffic trips over the bridges. The city is already eyeing ways to improve those bridges in the future.
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Murrieta was presented a proclamation for being a “Purple Heart City” that takes major efforts to recognize wounded Purple Heart winning veterans for protecting the nation on the battlefield.
Zone change initially approved for Kalmia Ranch Estates planned 35 1-acre executive home sites
herself because she owns property in the Councilmemberarea.
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consolidation, according to the finance department, will bring greater savings and retirement income to the city’s paid employees.
Specifically, the first reading sought the zone change on 47-acres from 2020-2157 at the Kalmia and Hayes roads to allow the 35 lots at 1-acre or more. Some of the lots were still a little more than 1-acre. It also called for the amendment to be made on the Master Development Plan 02-373 located on approximately 95 acres located on West Hayes between Juniper Street and Kalmia Street. The second reading will be made on the zone change at the next
The plans for the proposed Kalmia Estates community will also include fenced horse trails, with public access, improved streets and water coming from Western Municipal Water District.
The issue was the subject of a public hearing where almost 30 nearby residents voiced their approval for the zone change, while a few others voiced their objections.Afterthe discussion, the council voted to give their unanimous approval for the amendments after the first reading, with Councilmember Lori Stone recusing
Murrieta Mayor Pro Tem Lisa DeForest poses questions to the developers about the Kalmia Ranch Estates.
The council approved the construction contract for Murrieta Hot Springs Road and Hancock Avenue and Murrieta Hot Springs Road and Madison Avenue. The work will replace the roads with a rubber asphalt overlay and improve the curbs and gutters. Because of the heavy traffic on the roads the work will be done at night. The money for the project will come from gas tax fees, development impact funds and grant revenues.Theproject brought praise from the council in addition to the already planned widening of Murrieta Hot Springs Road, which has a high volume of traffic night andTheday.council also approved the consolidation for the city’s 457(b) and 401(a) plans in a single record keeping platform with nationwide retirement income planning. The
Many other detailed questions and respo nses were raised by Councilmembers Cindy Warren, Ingram and Mayor Pro Tem Lisa DeForest. A video of the detailed discussion can be found on the city website and on YouTube for the Sept. 6 city council meeting under Item 8. A second reading and a final adoption must be made before the proposed zone change can take effect.
The Temecula Valley Women’s Club was recognized as a leading nonprofit organization that has helped many other organizations and residents in the city and area over many years with their special programs, some of which were shown on a video presentation.
to more fires starting and rapid growth, such as the Sandia Fire in De Luz and the Fairview Fire in Hemet, which grew to almost 30,000 acres as of press time. With Purple Warnings, there is potential for large vertical plume growth with any new fires that develop, especially in the foothills and mountains.
In addition to the hot weather and possible fire starts, residents were warned of possible thunderstorms which could lead to heavy downpours, gusty and erratic winds and lightning. Dry lightning is also a concern as they lead to additional fire starts as well.
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The council and city manager Kim Summers recognized retiring Sgt. Steven Dyer of the Murrieta Police Department for serving the city for the past 17 years.
but Purple is more dangerous thanTheRed.National Weather Service and the Purple Flag warning reported that a “very high heat risk will develop from the coast to the inland valleys Sunday through Monday.” There was some humidity and warnings in some areas for thunderstorms from the coast and into the valleys. The heat was reported to be
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Christi White led the discussion, asking why the property on 47 acres, which was once planned for twenty-five 2 1/2 acre ranches, dropped to 1-acre for each of 35 executive homes. The response from the staff and developer said the previous tract maps for the property did not consider the city taking over the Equestrian Center, with the remaining adjacent properties to allow for 1 acre or more lots.
In public comment, many residents expressed their pleasure that water would be available through the district to the Equestrian Center and nearby homes. Currently, the center and adjacent areas depend on well water and septicMayortanks.Jonathan Ingram wanted the developer to promise to allow for water line connections to the center, and the developer agreed.
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“While the city of Menifee provides numerous programs and services benefiting our residents and businesses, there are many vital community groups that work tirelessly here locally, that really contribute to how and why the Menifee community is so special,” Deines said. “This State of the City provides a perfect opportunity to recognize the great work that is consistently being done by local community leaders to help those in our city who need it the most, and really go above and beyond the
The Cahuilla tribal council ap proved the new agreement Tuesday, July 12.
steadfast in building a safe, thriv ing, and premier community for our residents and our businesses.”
Menifee State of the City to celebrate local community organizations
are estimating a cost of $56,960 for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
Supervisors approve dispatch and communications services agreement with Cahuilla
Wednesday, October 19th Room adjacent to the thrift shop
The 2022 State of the City will also provide an overview of Me nifee’s strong financial outlook and notable projects and accom plishments, both completed and upcoming.“TheMenifee City Council has made a strong commitment to in vesting in our infrastructure with over $500 million allocated to traf fic circulation enhancements and roadway maintenance,” Mayor Bill Zimmerman said. “We remain
These horses were the foun dation for many of the modern breeds.“We’re pulling DNA on them right now to make sure it’s exact,” Kiersti Wylie, who is the president of the Sandia Creek Ranch Auxil iary Foundation, said.
call of service each and every day – empowering our city’s strength.”
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The 105 N. Main Gallery of the Arts, 105 N. Main Avenue, in downtown Fallbrook also supports the rescue efforts at SCRAF and will be hosting the Equine and Western art competition and sale in October.
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The Riverside County Board of Supervisors renewed the county’s agreement to provide dispatch and communications services to the Ca huilla reservation fire department. A 5-0 vote Tuesday, Aug. 30, ap
The Cahuilla fire department had not contracted with the county for dispatch and communications services before 2021. During fiscal year 2021-2022 the reservation had 117Thecalls.reservation will be charged based on the number of jurisdiction al calls. The county and Cahuilla
are now in De Luz.
This year’s theme, selected by Mayor Pro Tem Dean Deines, pays homage to the many community organizations and nonprofit groups that serve the Menifee community and have made lasting and positive impacts on the city, its residents and businesses.
GIF gets ready to go out.
“The chamber is proud to part ner with the city in showcasing our community,” John Pironti, board chair of Menifee Valley Chamber
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forming DNA testing at no charge. One of the traits of Spanish horses is that they only have five lumbar vertebrae; most horses have six. It is one of the oldest known breeds in the world, known for their intel ligence, versatility, strength and stamina. Possibly less than 3,000 are left Sandiainternationally.CreekRanch Auxiliary Foundation, an equine rescue and outdoor family education center, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which was founded in 2014. Dedi cated to providing a second chance to the horses, the foundation reha bilitates, retrains and rehomes or
The oldest of the seven horses,
MENIFEE – Menifee announced the 2022 State of the City and an nual city theme, “M’Powered Thru Service,” which will be held at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Menifee Thursday, Oct. 20, at 8:30 a.m.
Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation, having a proven re cord of working with difficult horses, was asked to join in the rescue efforts when 67 horses barely made it through the winter, due to poor conditions and extreme weather in Idaho. Wylie was asked to take the one who was terrified of people, completely untouched and a stallion.
Young Barb fillies love getting attention in the cool shade of the barn.
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The 2022 Menifee State of the City presentation will start at 9 a.m. and will be livestreamed on the city’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. The event is hosted by the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce in partner ship with the city.
DE LUZ – In the Sept. 9 Valley News issue, photographer Bill Carnahan was misidentified as “Bob Carnahan” in the top photo credit for the story, “Firefighters were amazing,” during the Sandia CreekValleyFire.News apologizes for the error.
HORSES from page A-1 horses in pastures on approximate ly 400 acres and left them in their natural state with as little contact with humans as possible. Painter was 92 when he died in March.
“You teach them something, and the next day they pick up where you left off,” she said.
GIF, once described as “dangerous,” gets ready to go out with owner Kiersti Wylie, president of the Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation.
“This guy has been raising them basically his entire life and tracing them back to the purest Spanish line,” Wylie said.
“At the time we had no idea that the breeding on these horses was considered critically endangered,”
Redemption, the once terrified Barb stallion, finds peace at Sandia Creek Ranch.
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“They’re letting us touch them; some are even inviting us for a scratch. They are learning to be haltered and led, and they are learning to love interaction with people,” Wylie’s mother Crystal said.Texas A&M University is per
WylieWyliesaid.and her mother made the trek to Idaho where they were asked to take the remaining horses as well and to save their lives, totaling seven horses.
proved the cooperative agreement between the county and the Cahuilla Band of Indians for a one-year pe riod. The agreement is retroactive to July 1, 2022, and is active through June 30, 2023. The Riverside Coun ty Fire Department will provide the dispatch and communications services to the reservations.
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is a sanctuary for those needing a safe landing. Through the efforts of the foundation, they have changed the lives of more than 100 horses, finding them their forever homes. Tax deductible donations can be made at http://scraf.org
A preservation effort by many key individuals who recognize the unique characteristics that the Barb horses naturally have, has been ongoing since the early 1900s. One of the most knowl edgeable preservationists was Robert Painter. He dedicated his life to the breed and preserving it, keeping it as pure as possible.
Wylie noted that the horses are learning quickly.
Hy Flyer, is 19 years old. The youngest is a yearling filly. Four of the horses are stallions, one is a mare and two are fillies.
Painter kept his Spanish Barb
As word spread and the move ment grew, both in need and responses, Teri Sue Parker’s hus band, Bruce Parker, started the paperwork to become an official nonprofit organization, enabling them to apply for grants.
Mikel Alford, Emergency Manager from the Temecula Emergency Management Office, accompanied the chief that day, with maps and notes in hand. “We are here to help the city and even theHeregion.”gavethis advice, “Be sure you have your Go bag. Your medi cines. Evacuate your animals early, if you are in the warning area (Yel low Zone),” he explained. “Basi cally, you get the warning, then you get the order, and the order is mandatory. With that he noted, “The wind is shifting again. It is coming out of the east. You need
He said all the stations, while some units are out at the Fairview and other fires, are fully manned. “That’s a good thing,” he said, adding that the department has been working with Cal Fire Inci dent Team 6 that is coordinating the Fairview Fire fight. “They are doing an amazing job.”
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we are ahead of this. When these warnings go out, people are go ing to have to come to the city of Temecula from Sage, Anza, Glen Oaks and parts of Wine Country,” Chief Crater said in an exclusive Valley News interview. “Currently we have two shelters open at Tem ecula Valley High School and at the Rec Center in Temecula.”
Parker grabs miscellaneous items donated from Murrieta Rotarian Mike Shirley. a box, and it’s food,” Parker said. “We really feel the quality of the food is more important than the quantity. Yes, we want to feed as many people as we can but we want it to be healthy, good quality food so we focus on that. We feel it is essential and not a luxury. People should be proud of what they are putting on their dinner table.”While Parker keeps busy col lecting and delivering fulfilled re quests, she hopes she can do more as word spreads about her efforts. Although pleased by the public’s
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The Temecula resident is the founder and CEO of Good Sa maritan Community Food Pantry that serves isolated older adults, veterans, families affected by cancer and other serious diseases, foster families, those with dis abilities and all pets with fresh, healthy food boxes and pet food, as needed. Most recently, Parker has been contacted by evacuated people and pets affected by the Fairview Fire near Hemet.
Teri Sue and Bruce Parker turn their garage into the Good Samaritan Community Food Pantry in Temecula where they provide food for seniors, veterans, cancer patients and anyone else in need. Valley News/Shane Gibson photos
Food pantry in Temecula feeds and fuels healthy living for many
The nonprofit is reaching out to Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club and other local corporations to see if she can increase donations of fresh meats, poultry and dairy products which go fast. She said recipients, which she refers to as “our people” are often surprised at the quality of the food provided.
“They say it’s like Christmas in
Samaritan Community Food Pantry provides pet food for those in
generosity, she realizes the need is great and continues to grow.
The group also collects and distributes essentials such as pa per goods, cleaning supplies and hygiene products.
She has since put a large red bin on her front porch with a “Good Samaritan Community Food Pan try” sign, and it continues to be filled seven days a week. Orga nizing food items into boxes by
“The community really came together during the pandemic to donate, but we really need it again,” Parker said.
“Exposure means more and more people in the community will receive help to get back on their feet,” she said. “The most amazing thing is that we are doing all this from our home/office/garage and feeding hundreds. Imagine what we could do with a facility; that is next on the list of goals.”
to have an abundance of caution, but the reality is this fire has done things we haven’t ever seen before. This fire is not doing what typical fires do and it can go anywhere. So we really have to keep that in mind and give the people early warning and make the box big, so people don’t get complacent and heed those warnings. People should be preparing. This fire could pop up anywhere.” He said the weather reports are saying more strong
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“We were in a global pandemic and people wanted to help and we just happened to be a place they could help by dropping off donations,” Teri Sue Parker said. “It was amazing to open our front door daily to find food lined up there. I collaborate with other food pantries, orchards, gardens, local farmers, citrus farms and orchards. We really wanted to do healthy food boxes full of fresh items from the five food groups.”
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Temecula Fire Chief urges residents in eastern Temecula’s outlying areas to heed any emergency evacuation warnings in the Fairview Fire
breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, pet food and essential supplies, along with some for specific diet restrictions, allowed for less food waste. People get what they need and will Utilizinguse.their three-car garage as a home office for the nonprofit, the Parkers have installed wall-towall shelving and about a dozen donated refrigerators and freezers to house all the fresh food dona tions so she can pay it forward. She can provide meat, poultry, vegetables and fruits thanks to her many“Outreachconnections.Farm Project was a godsend with a fresh weekly har vest they shared with us as well as Sale Ranch Animal Sanctuary who shared their harvest,” Parker said. “Epic Dog Academy donated thousands of pounds of dog food that we picked up weekly also.”
Teri Sue Parker holds a variety of food items in several refrigerators in their
shopping services for groceries and food deliveries or were on a fixed income.
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As for Temecula, he said, “I think we have a solid plan. All the players from the city have been involved, from the city manager, the emergency management office in the city, the mayor and all the city staff.”
Temecula Fire Chief from Cal Fire with Mikel Alford Temecula Emergency Office manager at the Fairview Incident Command Center at Diamond Valley Park in Hemet.
“I figured I could collect food at home, wipe everything down, deliver it and make sure it was safe,” Parker said. “I would keep posting (on her social media) for food to help the elderly.”
Whenever she saw or heard about a need, she posted it and if there was no response, she would take care of it out of her own pocket, especially if it was for a pet, an older adult or a veteran. She began posting a wish list and items would appear from generous donors.“Wehad gained trust and faith in the community; we built it and they came so we just kept pushing and growing,” Parker said.
“Michael Shirley with Murrieta Rotary ‘adopted’ 60 seniors and supplies and shops for all the es sential items for seniors monthly along with taking me shopping for chicken and meat every month,” Parker said. “Lisa Schrauth, who is still donating hundreds of dollars in fresh foods and helps me share our cause through fliers and more, has been here through it all.”
“With a prediction and what the fire’s doing, the evacuations are taking place closer to the city limits. That is why I am here to represent the city and make sure
She said she was grateful to others who have shared their time, along with huge donations of food.
“Our original goal was a food drive when I saw everything closing and fear and panic on everyone’s faces.”After returning from a grocery store trip that day, where she saw older people pushed aside as others grabbed items to hoard, she went home and told her husband she was going to start a food drive. She began with focusing on isolated seniors and shut-ins who were not familiar with how to use online
“I started this March 13, 2020, the day the world started shutting down from COVID,” Parker said.
Temecula Fire Chief from Cal Fire John Crater at the Fairview Fire Incident Command Center on the third day of the blaze warned city residents that unusual wind conditions could at any time shift and bring the huge blaze closer to
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those living in the Glen Oaks area. At 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, resi dents in that area were already in a yellow or possible evacuation area as the fire changed direction again.
winds are on the way. The fire itself, since starting at the south end of Fairview Avenue in Valle Vista on Labor Day, has changed direction several times, first strongly blowing eastward toward Anza and then turning westward. Some evacuations were taking place in the west Anza area at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8.
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When many people wouldn’t or couldn’t travel beyond their front doors during the height of the CO VID-19 pandemic, Teri Sue Parker reached out to countless people in her community to secure donations and supply healthy foods to those who needed it.
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For anyone who would like to contribute to a GoFundMe for Tina Compton, go to GoFundMe and search “The Compton Family.”
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this tragic time. Thank you for all of the love and support for Tina during this time.”
The two victims have not been formally identified by authori ties, but friends identified them to reporters as Ian Compton and his autistic daughter Mikayla Porter. Friends said their family pets were also killed. Compton’s wife, Tina, was severely burned and remains hospitalized. A sheriff’s official said Wednesday the woman, who was found outside the vehicle on Avery Canyon Road, was expected to
The cause of the fire was under investigation. In a document filed with the California Public Utilities Commission, Southern California Edison reported “circuit activity” in the area close to the time the fire erupted.
The new estimated time for full containment was Saturday, Sept. 17, as of presstime on Tuesday, Sept.13.TheRiverside County Fire De partment acknowledged Sunday, Sept. 11 that the rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Kay had positive and negative effects.
“Some of these thunderstorms produced heavy rain and localized flooding,” officials said. “Recent rains will bring excellent humidity recoveries tonight. Temperatures will remain mild overnight as well with relatively light winds.”
As of Tuesday, 2,132 firefight ers remained assigned to the fire, working under a unified command that includes Cal Fire Riverside, the U.S. Forest Service and the Riverside County Fire Department. The fire was still threatening 112 structures.
Fire in Hemet, along with all of her fur babies, home, and belongings. Tina is currently in the burn unit with 3rd degree burns and will be there for some time. She has a lot
Three people were arrested on suspicion of burglary and looting in an evacuation area near the fire last weekend. Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Depart ment responded to a report of three people casing a neighborhood in a white Chevrolet Blazer at around 1:40 p.m. Saturday and found a broken window to a residence in the 31400 block of Cora Lee Lane.
City News Service contributed to this report.
The San Bernardino National Forest issued a forest closure order for areas affected by the fire.
Evacuation centers were set up at Tahquitz High School at 4425 Titan Trail in Hemet, Temecula Valley High School at 31555 Ranch Vista Road, the Temecula Commu nity Center at 30875 Rancho Vista Road, and Redlands East Valley High School, 31000 E. Colton Ave.
Officials expressed concern that deep-seated heat would remain in the smoldering burn area and the vegetation will begin to dry out once the tropical weather ends. The firefighters said this fire had done things they had never seen before.
View at Mayberry and Fairview, Wednesday Sept. 7.
As of Tuesday, Sept. 13, there was $36,000 raised of $100,000. Tina’s friend Kimberly Valadez who set the page up wrote, “Tina is the most selfless, loving, giving, kind hearted person. She is a very proud and devoted mother of her beauti ful daughter Mikayla who was diagnosed with autism at a young age. Tina was also married to the love of her life, Ian. Tragically, she lost them both in the Fairview
The Hemet Unified School Dis trict, where schools were closed last week, re-opened its campuses onTheMonday.fire was reported shortly after 2 p.m. on Sept. 5 on Fairview Avenue and Bautista Road.
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A GoFundMe has been set up for contributions to Tina Compton, who was seriously injured in the Fairview Fire and lost her husband and daughter to the fire.
of healing and rebuilding ahead of her. I am creating this GoFundMe in hopes to raising money for fu neral expenses, medical expenses, and anything Tina may need during
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All fees for retaining pets will be waived under the county emer gency order, according to spokes man John Welsh of the Department of Animal Services.
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Two civilians were killed and one was severely injured early in the fire. Sheriff’s officials con
firmed Wednesday the two de ceased victims were found inside a vehicle in the 42400 block of Avery Canyon Road in East Hemet Monday, apparently overcome by the flames while trying to leave.
On Saturday, a helicopter used to help fight the blaze crashed at Banning Municipal Airport. The pilot and two firefighters suffered moderate injuries and were taken to a trauma center for treatment, authorities said.
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The shelter at Tahquitz High School closed Tuesday morning, and the Temecula Community Rec reation Center expected to close by noon, according to the American Red Cross. Redlands East Valley High School remained open for individuals who were impacted by possible debris flows from the tropical storm rainfall.
County Emer gency Management Depart ment declared a local emergency Wednesday due to the fire, enabling the county to apply for federal and state relief. The Board of Supervi sors is slated to formally approve the proclamation during its meet ing Tuesday. Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emer gency covering the fire zone last week.
Mandatory evacuations re mained in place for residents east of the fire perimeter to the U.S. Forest Service boundary, south of Cactus Valley Road, east of Sage Road, north of Stanley Road, north of Diego Flat and Tripp Flatts, as well as south of Cactus Valley Road and south of the fire perimeter, northwest of Cottonwood Truck Trail and west of Rouse Ridge to the burn area, and Bautista Road south of EvacuationFairview.warnings were lifted for an area west of Mountain Cen ter, south of Highway 74, east of Fairview Avenue, south of Stetson Avenue, east of State Street, north of Cactus Valley Road to the fire perimeter, and west of Sage Road, north of East Benton Road, east of De Portola Road, south of Cactus Valley Road, west of the U.S. Forest Service boundary, north of Wilson Valley Road, east of Sage Road, and south of Stanley Road.
Large animals were being ac cepted at the Riverside County Animal Shelter at 438 S. State St. in San Jacinto, and smaller pats were being accepted at the Small Animal Care Center at 601 S. State St.
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Rain last Friday and Saturday did allow authorities to reduce some of the evacuation orders from mandatory to voluntary, but officials warned fire behavior could still be unpredictable so residents allowed to return to their homes were “highly encouraged to remain alert during this dynamic incident.”
Firefighters attempt to subdue fast moving flames along Bautista Canyon Road during the Fairview Fire. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
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The Fairview Fire has been devastating for not only families and the landscape, but many of the little creatures as well.
“It was breathing heavily, then it stopped, so I told Rowdy to start doing compressions and the rab bit started coming around again. He gave him some water and the bunny seemed like he was going to be fine, so we just tried to keep him cool with the air conditioner, but he started to seize up again. We tried to bring him back, but it was too late,” Sevilla said.
car. I turned on the A/C to try and help it cool down,” Sevilla said.
“As we were coming down from Simpson Park on the road trail I stopped because there was an in jured bunny seizing in the center of the street. Rippy got out and took off his shirt and wrapped it up. We saw that its fur and whiskers were burned on one side. He picked it up off the street and brought it into the
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Mario Sevilla and Rowdy Rip py, both from Hemet, were out taking photos of the Fairview Fire for Valley News on Tuesday, Sept. 6 when they came across an injured bunny.
A Fairview Fire story: Two guys and a bunny
Cal Fire firefighters from Perris prepare to fight the Fairview Fire in Bautista Canyon as shifting wind conditions make it a stubborn fight against the wildfire. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Firefighters battle hot spots in vegetation along Bautista Canyon Road as the Fairview Fire continues to grow. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
The Fairview fire begins to crest the ridge lines above Bautista Canyon Road. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
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The terrain south of Simpson Park in Hemet is charred after the Fairview Fire raged through the area Sept. 5.
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Rowdy Rippy holds a rabbit that he and his friend Mario Sevilla found seizing in the middle of the road.
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The next thing to pack are per sonal needs. Objects like clothing, food, water, first-day cash, credit cards, chargers, anything needed to function, as though you were going on a vacation. Finally, any priceless items. One example might be a wed ding ring that has been handed down from generation to generation.
The situation gets worse when people cannot see. With fire on both sides of the road, the likelihood of getting burned alive is very high.
is jump in their car and leave. In explaining this program, Choi also distinguished the major categories of belongings people should pack before evacuation orders.
[Right] Donated bags of various feeds for livestock and hay are stored for evacuated animals from the area of the Fairview Fire at the California Ranch CompanyTemecula.in
Accordingthreat.to Choi, time is the biggest factor. Individuals who leave their homes sooner have a higher chance of not getting caught in a fire that may impact evacuation routes. Evacuation is not the time to wait and“We’vethink. seen unfortunate sce narios where people have waited too long and they’re trapped with fire on both sides of the road. They’re either stopped by a burning car or a car ac
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“If I were to be asked to leave in a couple minutes and not come back in two weeks, what is every thing that I would need if I lost my home? If I didn’t have the ability to come home, what do I want to grab and what can I absolutely not live without? Those are the things that you would have a list of,” Choi said.
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The most important thing to prioritize are people and pets. Have enough space for the kennel and have all people and pet needs.
For first-responders, nothing is more horrible than having to report that someone has died or was seri ously injured because they didn’t evacuate in time, or didn’t evacuate at all. This increases the probability of firefighters also getting injured, because they will have to take more risks to save lives. If lives are pres ent, the firefighting job becomes difficult and the mission will shift.
North County Fire Protection District captain explains importance of evacuation orders and Ready, Set, Go program
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Oncesaid.the rainfall dries up, every one will be right back in the dangers of a “catastrophic” wildfire season.
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Some people have opted to stay at home because they think they’ll survive it. Choi claimed this to be a problem, as it does not matter if stay ing at home has worked in the past.
[Left] An evacuated horse from the area of the Fairview Fire is safely held in a stall at the California Ranch Company in Temecula.
Choi encourages anyone who resides in a fire-prone area to remain aware of the weather conditions. He claimed the National Weather Service for Riverside and San Diego is a reliable source to obtain the weather forecast and know what to expect. Choi also explained the Ready, Set, Go program. The ready part asks people to have paperwork and documents in a protected binder, enough food for pets, and fuel inside the tank of their vehicle.
This includes hypertension medica tions, high cholesterol medication, diabetic medication; anything that is absolutely needed regularly. Then come papers, informed documents, the ownership of the house, house insurance information, birth certifi cates, passports and valuable things that cannot be replaced like wedding photos and family photos.
Following that are prescriptions, things that may be harder to obtain.
In light of the recent evacuations due to the ongoing Fairview Fire, Captain John Choi of the North County Fire Protection District spoke about the importance of evacuation orders and how folks can remainEvacuationprepared.orders and warnings are sent out as early as possible in an effort to give people enough time to prepare and leave. Evacuation orders may be imminent, and the only notification people may get is an officer knocking on their door or a helicopter saying evacuate. After getting orders, people may look out their window and see a bit of smoke but believe that the fire is not an im mediate
“We’re going to do more things to try to save that life because we can’t just leave. A house can be rebuilt, but a life once it’s gone, it’s gone. We ask all the residents, if you’re in an evacuation zone, please evacuate.
[Right] A group of evacuated horses from the area of the Fairview Fire are safely held in a pen at the California Ranch CompanyTemecula.in
You’re playing against the odds. We know what these fires can do. We’ve had firefighters die in fullfirefighting gear, protecting homes. A civilian doesn’t have the gear, they don’t have the training. Heeding evacuation orders is the best way to save your family and yourself in these fast moving dynamic fire situations,” Choi stated.
[Left] A a shirt honoring the 343 NYPD firefighters who died while responding to the Twin Towers during the Sept. 11 terrorist
cident because somebody hit another vehicle in the smoke. Don’t wait when you get those orders, get out quickly before that cloud of smoke comes into your area.” Choi said.
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“These lists are hard to do. A lot of it is letting go because you can’t hook your car to a U-Haul. You have to go through and identify what your
The way the district triggers an Evacuation Warning into an Evacu ation Order is through prearranged trigger and decision points. When a fire hits a certain roadway, a warning is changed into an order.
In the case of the current Fairview Fire, it is not doing what it histori cally has done before. A wind pattern will generally push a fire in a certain direction, but the fire is moving in er ratic directions, making it dynamic.
absolutes are; have it in the trunk ready to go with a full tank of gas on critical days. That’s what we call the Ready, Set, Go program. The ready part is throughout the year.” Choi
Choi implores that this would be a great time to get things ready, but to also continue heeding evacuation warnings.
In doing this, folks will be in that “Set” mode. All they have to do
Evacuation orders insinuate that there is an immediate threat to life, it is a lawful order made to give people an ample amount of time to survive.
California Ranch Company opens 200 stalls for animals evacuated from the Fairview Fire
There’s not a house that’s worth your life and every one of your family members will say the same thing,” he said.
[Left] Volunteer Scott Walker walks a horse at the California Ranch Company in Temecula that was evacuated from the area of the Fairview Fire, Friday, Sept. 9. The California Ranch Company opened 200 of their stalls for livestock that were evacuated from the wildfire at no charge to their owners.
“You’re gambling. It is no dif ferent than a person who may have made it home without putting on their seatbelt many, many times.
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Ph.D. candidate Alessandra Zuniga in the SDSU/UC Davis joint doctoral program in ecology harvests grapes at Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve
In 2017, SDSU ecologist and doctoral student Molly Clemens established the vineyard as a project during her doctoral studies. “At the time, SDSU didn’t have any ag research for grad students to get involved in. They needed an experimental site,” Dr. Clemens said.
“Getting my hands dirty on the vineyard has made me appreciate the sensitive life cycle of grapevine development and has inspired my dissertation research which focuses on better understanding the impacts of climate change stressors on grape production,” she said. “The Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve is also a great place for education, not necessarily as an instructional platform, but the plants themselves teach us so much! We host many outreach and education events aimed toward getting people in touch with the land and where their food comes from, one of the more rewarding aspects of working here.”
Dr. Molly Clemens before the first harvest in 2020 from The Grove.
When locals think about the Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve, they think of a protected ecological site that is home to the Santa Margarita River which runs through it. They think of the history of the area, pristine tree canopies and diverse wildlife, but not typically a vineyard. Nevertheless, the SMER 3rd Annual Grape Harvest recently took place at The Grove, an experimental vineyard.
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because the fruit was good. You can tell when someone really cares about the Cabernetvines.”andSarah are typical varieties that are grown locally, but Clemens wondered if other varieties from southern Italy, Greece and Portugal could grow locally and withstand the heat with less water, while still producing quality“Imaginewine. if they could produce high quality wine with less water,” sheSowondered.theproofof concept included alternative varieties which are more heat tolerant. The new varieties that Clemens planted side by side with the Cabernet and Sarah were Moschofilero, Fiano, Nebbiolo, Nero d’Avola, Vermentino, Assyrtiko and Touriga Nacional.
Alessandra Zuniga is also involved in the project. She is a fourth year Ph.D. candidate in ecology at San Diego State University studying grapevine physiology and water use efficiency. Since starting in the program in 2019, she has been involved in vineyard management, research and outreach alongside Clemens.
“After harvest, the grapes are sent to Fallbrook Winery to be crushed, fermented and bottled. The reserve is run by San Diego State University and is located in Fallbrook,” Susanne Clara Bard, Science/Research Writer and Media Relations Officer, said.
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Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 harvest from The Grove vineyard at the Santa Margarita River Ecological Reserve.
2022 volunteers gathered around their harvest at The Grove Valley News/Alessandra Zuniga/SDSU photos
Dr. Clemens at the 2020 The Grove Harvest
[Left] 2022 Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve Vineyard.
“I wanted to study the effect of climate change on vineyards in Southern California. This was part of my SDSU/UC Davis joint doctoral program in ecology. I spent a year in Davis working on physiological studies of grapes and wanted to tie it to research down here.”
“The wine from the 2020 harvest was aged 18 months in barrels, and we recently tasted the final product before it was bottled. We were all shocked that it was actually delicious,” Clemens said. Euan Parker is the winemaker at Fallbrook, and he said, “I knew the wine was going to be good
“Last year we harvested the grapes and donated them to a church organization that lost their crop to Pierce’s disease,” Clemens said.San Diego State University continues to fund the experimental vineyard and the wine is given as gifts to volunteers and donors annually, along with other agricultural products from what they call The Grove, such as honey, oranges and avocados. Professors will continue to use the research site for investigations into soil microbiomes, plant physiology and sustainable farming. SMER is a private ecological reserve but there are opportunities for guided hikes and tours to welcome the community into this special place.
Julie Reeder can be reached via email at jreeder@reedermedia. com.
Grapes are harvested at night to preserve the freshness of the fruit, it takes less energy to cool them down for the cold maceration if they’re already cooler. Once the heat of the day sets in, the skins and pulp can be compromised when picked.
“In Davis, grapevine cultivars are grown side by side, creating diversity blocks for varieties to be compared on the same microclimate. We wanted to replicate that in a Southern California environment and provide context to growers for how alternative varieties would perform.”
Volunteers drove their 4-wheel drive vehicles to the site on Friday, Aug. 26, at 5 p.m. They set up camp, waited until 3:30 a.m. and donned their gloves and headlamps to start the harvest, which took three hours. They were finished at dawn.
Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve celebrates third year of harvest
Temecula library to host Harry Potter Trivia Night for adults
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Sept. 16 – 5 p.m. Cartoon-A Palooza will be held at the Temecula Conference Center, 41000 Main St., in Temecula. The free event will feature artists, vendors, workshops, anime, cartooning and comics. Cartoon-A Palooza 2022 will also offer a $100 prize for the art contest.
ONGOING – The city of Menifee offers in-city or out-of-city special event vendor applications online or at Menifee City Hall to apply for signature and other special events. Contact Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road,
The chamber business briefing is an opportunity to hear from city, county and business leaders about current and relevant business information.
Sept. 18 – Attend Sunday Funday and enjoy family fun and entertainment at Vail Ranch, 32115 Temecula Parkway, in Temecula. Sept. 22 – 4 p.m. Valley Young Professionals celebrates 10th annual Cornhole Tournament with food, award-winning wine and
ONGOING – Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, a free 12step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia, has meetings throughout the U.S. and the world. Contact 781932-6300, or for local meetings, call 925-321-0170 or visit http:// www.foodaddicts.org.
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reception desk or by calling 951-693-8900 two weeks before the event. The event is open to ages 18 and over.For a full list of programs and offerings at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library, visit Instagram.TemeculaLibrarybraryTemeculaCA.gov/Li-http://andfollow@on
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Sept. 23 – 5-9 p.m. Great Oak High School will host Football Fundraiser Night. The school’s football teams and their families will work with the businesses of Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, to raise money for their teams.
ONGOING – 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Temecula Winchester Swap Meet continues, 33280 Newport Road in Winchester, Saturdays and Sundays only. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under age 10 is free admission. No dogs allowed.
ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month. For more information and new meeting dates and places, society.org.http://www.temeculavalleyrose-visit
Oct. 20 – 8:30 a.m. Menifee State of the City address will be given by Mayor Bill Zimmerman at the Fairfield Inn & Suites hosted by Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city of Menifee and livestreamed on Menifee’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.
TEDx Temecula: Future Tense will be held at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St., in Temecula. TEDx Temecula explores powerful ideas that heighten people’s lives and the community. Tickets are $50. Register at ortedxtemecula2022.eventbrite.comhttp://call866-653-8696.
WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, NOTICESSept.16 to Oct. 13 – 1011:30 a.m. A six-week Bereavement Support Group is hosted by Hospice of Valleys at the Fallbrook Regional Health DistrictCommunity Health and Wellness Center, 1636 E. Mission Road, in
ONGOING – If you know a homebound older adult, resources in Menifee are available, including grab-and-go, cooked and frozen food for pickup. Courtesy Pantry items and meals delivered with no contact. Three days of emergency food can be delivered immediately or restaurant meal delivery for those who don’t qualify for food assistance programs. Call 800510-2020 for help.
ONGOING – Noon to 1 p.m. Attend Murrieta Wildomar Chamber of Commerce’s weekly business briefing via Zoom or watch live on Facebook every Wednesday. Registration required https://bit.ly/MWCBizBriefingat
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Sept. 17 – 9:30 a.m. Attend a free photo slideshow, “A Look Back at the Early Years of the Southern California Fair,” presented by Kastie Keyes from the Menifee Valley Historical Association and Museum at the Antelope-Menifee Rural Center on Haun Road, just north of Garbani Road, in Perris. For more information, call 951-708-6842.
Oct. 15 – 1-6 p.m. Rooted in Nature Craft Brew Festival returns to Wildomar’s Marna O’Brien Park, 20505 Palomar St., with 40 craft brewers, children wildlife displays, silent auction and entertainment to benefit the Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Education Foundation in its effort to teach elementary school children and high school seniors to be good stewards of nature and the environment. Tickets go up to $95. For more information, visit http:// www.naturebrewfest.org or http:// srpnef.org.
Sept. 15 to Sept. 22 – posted hours. Mt. San Jacinto College Art Gallery, 1499 N. State St., Building 1400, in San Jacinto presents Rony Armas’ “Our Stories are Ancient,” who through his photography series explores how the symbols of indigenous people’s roots add to the richness of their contemporary stories.
ONGOING – 10 to 11:30 a.m. Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833349-2054.
Adults are welcomed to find out how well they know Harry Potter lore at the Harry Potter Trivia Night at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library Thursday, Oct. 20.
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at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 6th Street, in Temecula from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, email gaugustin206@ gmail.com or join the meeting.
ONGOING – Riverside Transportation Commission is offering Park and Ride Lots to connect with carpools, vanpools and transit systems in Beaumont at 600 E. Sixth Street, in San Jacinto at 501 S. San Jacinto Avenue and in Temecula at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. but not on weekends.
businesses, including nonprofits, must be in Riverside County, with a minimum of one but less than 50 employees and operating for at least one year since March 1. For more information, call Riverside County Business and Community Services at 951-955-0493.
951-672-6777, or online at nesslicensing@cityofmenifee.us.busi-
ONGOING – Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meeting meets the third Monday of each month
friendly competition at Mount Palomar Winery, 33820 Rancho California Road, in Temecula. The event will feature a digital leaderboard, real-time social media broadcasts, raffles, live music and sponsor exhibitor booths. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit VYP’s community outreach programs. Cost is $100 for VYP members and includes one team of two and $200 for nonmembers and includes one team of two and a 1-year VYP membership. Learn more at https:// temecula.org/vyp.
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ONGOING – Menifee Toastmasters meets every Thursday at noon for one hour at a designated place to have fun, enhance speaking capabilities, gain self-confidence and improve social skills. For new dates, call 760-807-1323 or visit masters.orghttp://www.MenifeeToast-formoreinformation.
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ONGOING – Menifee Community Services offers online driver’s education courses for a $21.95 fee. The course includes animated driving scenarios, instructional videos, sample test, licensed instructor available to answer questions, DMV approved certificate of completion with all lectures and exams completed from home. Designed for students and does not include behind-thewheel instruction or a California driver’s permit. Contact 951-7233880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at http://www.city of menifee.us.
Sept. 17 – 7 p.m. Crush 2022 –A Wine & Culinary Showcase will be held outdoors at 35820 Rancho California Road, in Temecula. The event showcases the wines of more than 30 member wineries in one location along with culinary creations from many wineries, local restaurants and caterers. Enjoy live entertainment and a walkabout tasting. Seating is limited. Tickets for early access at 7 p.m. are $115; general admission is $105.
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Dress accordingly and bring brooms, wands, costumes and friends to the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Thursday, Oct. 20, from 6-7:30 p.m. for a night of Harry Potter-themed trivia, games andSponsoredprizes. by the Friends of the Temecula Libraries, space is limited and registration is required. Registration begins at the library
ONGOING – Temecula’s Farmers Markets are offered in Old Town Temecula Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon, 4100 Main Street in Temecula; at Promenade Temecula, 40640 Winchester Road, outside JCPenney every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Riverside County Public Health orders, the farmers markets will be restricted to agriculture products only. Follow the Old Town Temecula Farmers Market on Facebook to stay updated. No pets are allowed.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
ONGOING – The Riverside County COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program is accepting online applications for business grants up to $10,000 at payingrentprotectivetention,thathttp://www.rivercobizhelp.orgcanbeusedforemployeere-workingcapital,personalequipmentpurchases,ormortgagepaymentsandvendornotices.Eligible
TEMECULA – Calling all muggles, squibs, wizards and witches. To share their Harry Potter knowledge and enjoy friendly competition at the Adults Only Harry Potter Trivia Night celebrating the 24th anniversary of the first release of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.”
Oct. 8 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Electric Car Show and Clean Air Expo will be held at Mt. San Jacinto College’s Menifee Campus on La Piedra Street, featuring top electric cars, scooters and bikes on display, exhibitors booths, music and kitchen compost pail giveaway. For more information, call Menifee Community Services Department at 951-723-3880.
Sept. 17 – 6:30-8:30 a.m. Hobby Joggers presents September Fun Run at Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park, 32380 Deer Hollow Way, in Temecula. Sept. 17 – 6 p.m. Lake Menifee Women’s Club presents a purse giveaway at Marion V. Ashley Community Center, 25625 Briggs Road, in Menifee. Tickets, which includes dinner, dessert wine and drinks, for members are $40 and $50 for non-members. For more information, visit http://www. joinimwc.org.
ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St. Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in plants is welcome. Membership is $10 per year. Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.
Sept. 16-17 – 3-7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Free Temecula Art and Street Painting Festival in Old Town Temecula will feature CartoonA Palooza paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography and many chalked sidewalk murals in the art and cosplay contest. All contest winners will receive a cash prize. For more information, to apply as an artist or for vendor booths, call 951-694-6484.
Sept. 20 – 10:15 a.m. Temecula Valley Republican Women’s Federation will hold their monthly meeting and luncheon at Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Road, in Temecula. The luncheon offers an opportunity to get to know local candidates for school boards and city council. RSVP by Sept. 13 at rsvp@tvrwf. org or call 703-859-1865 and leave a voicemail. Sept. 22 - 9:30 a.m. Interested in meeting other women and finding your niche in the volunteer world? The Temecula Valley Woman’s Club may be the organization for you. TVWC invites you to join us in person or virtually, Thursday, September 22 at 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula. Sign in begins at 9:30 am. The meeting is called to order at 10 a.m. Call for reservation and/or zoom login information. Please contact us by Tuesday, September 20 by calling the club phone at 951-302-1370 or emailing infotvwc@gmail.com Sept. 24 – 5-10 p.m. Cowboy Jubilee is a fundraiser presented by the Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Education Foundation at Weatherly Ranch, a working ranch on the Santa Rosa Plateau in Murrieta. Advance tickets are $135 per person or $1,000 per table. Enjoy Texas-style barbecue, entertainment by the Highwaymen, classic car display and silent auction. Reserve tickets at http://srpnef.org. Sept. 26 – 6 p.m. Pat Jennings will give a presentation on the “The Yoder Family Farming Legacy” at the Little Temecula Theater History Center, 28314 Mercedes Street, in Temecula. The talk will cover the Yoder family who had a farm where the Maurice Car’rie Winery is now located. The program will be livestreamed on the Temecula Valley Historical Society’s Facebook page. For more information, contact Rebecca Marshall Farnbach at info@ temeculahistory.org. Oct. 8 – 6-9 p.m. The 19th annual Friends of the Valleys Wines for Canines and Kitties will be held at South Coast Winery, 34843 Rancho California Road, in Temecula. Come listen to Crooners and enjoy cocktails, silent auction and pet fashion show. For tickets, contact 951-674-0618, ext. 21.
ONGOING – Sun City Civic Association Monthly Square Dance sessions are held Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. at 26850 Sun City Boulevard, Sun City.
ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Every Sunday, Murrieta Village Walk Farmers Market is at Village Walk Place in Murrieta. The Sunday morning farmers market at Village Walk Plaza is a place to buy fruits and veggies, gourmet food and crafts. Come to the center in the northwest corner of Kalmia/ Cal Oaks at the Interstate 215 exit in Murrieta.
Fallbrook. A to-go lunch will be provided. Registration is required. Call Mike Patton at 951-200-7800 by Sept. 5, to RSVP. Sept. 16 to Oct. 14 – 10-11:30 a.m. Hospice of the Valleys will be hosting a weekly Caregiver Support Series at the Fallbrook Regional Health District-Community at the Health and Wellness Center, 1636 E. Mission Road, in Fallbrook. A to-go lunch will be provided. Registration is required. Call or email Kristi Necochea at 951-639-7779 or Knecochea@ hovsc.org, to RSVP. Sept. 19 – Noon. Attend a free webinar on improving and expanding rural internet access throughout Riverside County with host Rep. Darrell Issa of the 50th Congressional District and representatives from the Federal Communications Commission. For more information, contact Issa’s office at https://issa.house.gov/. Sept. 20 – 4 p.m. Friends of the Murrieta Library presents Meet the Author: C.J. Charles who wrote “My Mother is a Superhero” at the library, 8 Town Square, in Murrieta.
Sept. 24 – 6-9 p.m. The 15th annual Trauma Intervention Center Heroes With a Heart will be held at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula. The awards dinner and fundraiser will recognize first responder partners and hospital workers for going above and beyond. Tickets are $80 and tables are $600. For more information, visit http://tiprivco.org.
ONGOING Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road., in Temecula. A potluck lunch is followed by a cultural program and short business meeting. Please come and enjoy company with fellow Scandinavians. Call 951-3091597 or 951-849-1690 for more information.
Valley-Wide to host Dogs Daze Canine Festival and Costume Contest
One of their most popular fall classes is Haunted Studio, in which students get to collaborate, design, build and help implement a full-scale haunted house. Students gain a better understanding of the arts and themselves and a boosted self-confidence to benefit them in their everyday lives. Students partake in the class in numerous ways, such as building set pieces and props and running a functional, safe haunted house for guests. Stu dents will even have the chance to learn new and unique skills, such as special-effects makeup. With the creativity of the haunters, scareres and mentors, Haunted Studio con tinues to get spookier each year.
Come out to support and raise money for the nonprofit scholar ship program. Not only will you have a “spooktacular” time, but you’ll also be changing the lives of those with a passion for learning about the arts. To learn more about JDSCA classes and the #JDSFam ily, visit http://JDSCreativeAcademy.org , call 951-296-6715 or follow on social media.
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Tickets are on sale now, with no service charge, at the Pala Box Office, http:/www.palacasino.com and 877-725-2766. Tickets are also available at http://www.etix.com and 800-514-3849. Must be 21 or older to attend.
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District will host the 8th annual Dog Daze Canine Festival & Costume Contest at Aldergate Park in Menifee. Valley News/Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District photo
PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort will present English reggae and pop band UB40 and reggae group The Original Wailers featuring Al Anderson Friday, Sept. 23, performing live outdoors at the Star lightUB40Theater.was formed in December 1978 in Birmingham, England. The band has had more than 50 singles on the UK Singles Chart and has sold over 70 mil lion records world wide. They have been no minated for the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album four times, and in 1984 were nominated for the Brit Award for Best British Group. Their hit singles include their debut “Food for Thought” and two Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s “Red Red Wine” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” Both topped the UK Singles Chart, as did the band’s version of “I Got You Babe.” Their two most successful albums, “Labour of Love” in 1983 and “Promises and Lies” in 1993, reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart.
Haunted Studio fundraiser creeps back into JDS Creative Academy
Haunted Studio is open to the public, taking place Friday, Oct. 28, and Saturday, Oct. 29, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The fundraiser in the Temecula Valley also includes a bake sale to help raise scholarship funds. By raising money for the cause, the #JDSFamily can offer scholarships for students seeking the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the visual, digital and performing arts.
Yanessa Hernandez JDS Creative Academy
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JDS Creative Academy is known for being an advocate for all things art. Each spring and fall, they hold their digital, visual and performing
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Fall is in the air and the spooky season is creeping around the corner, which can only mean one thing: It’s time for the Haunted Studio to return to JDS Creative Academy. The JDS Creative Acad emy Haunted Studio, an annual fundraiser hosted by the #JDSFam ily, turns the entire studio into a full-scale haunted house and pairs tricks with treats at their bake sale. The Haunted Studio starts as a class where students make this chilling experience possible by designing and executing their plans. The Temecula-based nonprofit raises proceeds at this event for digital, visual and performing arts schol arships for those with financial limitations and/or at-risk youth.
in 2013 for their album “Miracle.”
Pala Casino Spa Resort to present UB40 & The Original Wailers featuring Al Anderson
arts classes in the evenings. Cours es provide a place for students to bring creativity into their lives while building self-confidence and leadership skills. Charter school students who join receive educa tion credits for the classes, meeting VAPA requirements.
UB40 and the Original Wailers featuring Al Anderson will be performing at Pala Casino Spa Resort’s Starlight Theater Friday, Sept. 23.
The show will start at 6:30 p.m. Reserved tickets are $65 and $45, and general admission tickets are $35. This show is just one of the impressive lineup of headliner and tribute concerts that will be held at both the indoor Events Center and the outdoor Starlight Theater, with tickets on sale now for all events.
Submitted by Pala Casino Spa Resort.
HEMET – Valley-Wide Rec reation and Park District’s 8th annual Dog Daze Canine Festival & Costume Contest will be held at Aldergate Dog Park, 28688 Alder gate Drive, in Menifee Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9-11 a.m.
Attendees of the free event can enjoy the company of other petloving friends, neighbors and fam ily at the dog park, while taking in the contests, raffles and vendors and the popular costume contest, with trophies for Cutest, Scariest, Best, Judges’ Choice and, new this year, Best Human/Pet costumes.
All events and promotions are subject to cancellation without notice. Learn more about the up coming events at Pala Casino Spa Resort by visiting wwwtocolsthesanitizertoPlayingentertainment/.palacasino.com/entertainment/all-https://www.PalaCasinoisstillcommittedtoItSafe.Allshowscontinuehaveincreasedcleaningandstations.ForafulllistofpropertyupdatesandsafetyproatPalaCasino,visithttps://.palacasino.com/.
Class begins Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 5-7 p.m. Those interested in participating in the chills and thrills are invited to join.
For information or to book free vendor space, call 951-654-1505 or visit http://gorecreation.org.
Submitted by Valley-Wide Rec reation and Park District.
The Original Wailer’s found suc cess through classics such as “No Woman, No Cry” and “3 O’Clock Roadblock” that first alerted rock fans to the band’s music. In 1974 when Bob Marley went solo, on the brink of international stardom, he surprised the music community by choosing an American born lead guitarist, Al Anderson, to front The OriginalAndersons’Wailers.musical achieve ments with Bob Marley & The Original Wailers include the plati num award winning albums, “Live at the Lyceum,” “Babylon by Bus” and 10 times platinum album “Leg end.” The Original Wailers also received a Grammy nomination
fits,” she said. “During COVID, I made 125 pieces. It takes an aver age of 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours to make eachPulvinonecklace.”hasbeen an ACM mem ber for more than two years and said it has been nice having a onestop building to display her works.
While everyone knows that art ists are creative people, members of Arts Council Menifee had their talents tested when they had to improvise for their Art Under the Stars event Sept. 9. Planned as a mostly outdoors celebration of art, music and more, unexpected heavy rains caused organizers to pivot at the last minute.
The nonprofit’s 120 members are no strangers to best-laid plans going awry. Late last year, a new landlord forced them out of the space they shared with Menifee Valley Community Pantry who let them use it as an art gallery and boutique for most of the year. And the year before that, COVID-19 put a damper on their in-person events.
Sabino Flores plays guitar while his daughter and her friend sketch during the Arts Council Menifee Art Under the Stars event.
Estella Calderon has been a member for about a year and was featured as ACM Artist of the Month in May. She creates whimsical paintings, woven dolls and seasonal items. She describes her style as “happy art that puts a smile on your face.”
“We had about five other artists who couldn’t make it due to the weather but we have had constant customers and for that we are grateful,” Crain said.
“I started making necklaces as a hobby to go with particular out-
Having a storefront location is key to helping artists promote their work and connect with others. Many of the newest ACM mem bers found out about the nonprofit through seeing the boutique while shopping at nearby retail stores or dining at one of its eateries. A recently opened Thai restaurant brought in many new art lovers, Crain
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like bright colors and things that pop,” she said. “My style is fluid in that I can do whatever I like. I enjoy painting abstracts and letting the colors tell me what I’m doing.”
Kathy Crain, left and Mary Carnes give customer service with a smile at the Arts Council Menifee Art Under the Stars art show and sale, Sept. 9 in Sun City. Valley News/Diane A. Rhodes photos
Her children, Sam and Connor Dyer, also are artistic in their own rights, having been surrounded by their creative mother for their entire lives. Sam makes semi-pre cious jewelry, incorporating crys tals into her distinctive bracelets.
Denise Pulvino displays her one-of-a-kind necklaces at an Arts Council Menifee event.
Cathey “Cat” Dyer creates her striking, eclectic pieces with acrylic paints. She is one of ACM’s newest members and has enjoyed meeting the other artists. She said the boutique draws more attention to the talent that is in the com munity.“Ireally
ACM’s Visual Arts Director and artist Kathleen Crain, an ACM member since 2012, said the space they have been leasing for a discounted rate since Feb. is being rented to someone who can pay full rental price. This means the group is once again looking for a space to showcase all the creations put forth by its many talented members.
Dyer offers private group in struction painting classes through @Picatso Art. She tailors courses to age, level of experience and interest in acrylic, glazing or fluid pour. She takes the lessons/ classes to the client, whether it be at an office, church, home or party venue. For more information, Cat can be reached at PicatsoArt@ outlook.com
“This event is our last hurrah, for now,” Crain said.
Artist and crafter Lisa Gardner, mixed media abstract artist Sheryl Stradling and fused glass artisan Therese Wilson were also at the event to share their individual talents. Sabino Flores played gui tar throughout the event while his daughter Sabin Flores and her friend Liam Smith, both 22, sketched nearby. The Murrieta resident was recruited by Menifee
“We are looking for a space to rent from an art admirer who would like to promote local art ists,” Crain said.
Withsaid.itstagline of “Bringing the arts to Menifee and local artists to the public,” Arts Council Menifee members plan to continue their presence at events such as the weekly Sun City Farmers Market at the Sun City Civic Association, 26850 Sun City Blvd. Crain said ACM will continue to host in-per son gatherings of musicians, artists and craftsmen and craftswomen whenever and wherever possible. Dates and locations will be posted on the organization’s website. For more information, www. artscouncilmenifee.org or 951290-2781.
Several artists set up tables in side the Menifee Art & Boutique and outside under roof overhangs at the Sun City shopping center off Cherry Hills Blvd. where the boutique will be until Sept. 30.
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A land surveyor for 44 years but a guitarist for 55 years, Flores said he looks forward to any op portunity to provide entertainment. Like many others, he knows ACM events are about artists supporting artists.Mary
Carnes is among the dozen ACM Board Trustees who keep things running smoothly for the arts council that has music, liter ary, dance and theater divisions as well as its visual arts. She said the nonprofit is working on finding a way to feature members’ works for sale on its website. Although it’s not an ideal showcase, it will have to do until a future home can beInfound.themeantime, Crain said the group will continue to look for a suitable location and will hope fully find a new location before the end of the year so the public can have a unique place to shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.
“I’ve always done drawing and painting and used to go to lots of big craft shows,” she said. “I’ve enjoyed my membership here. I meet a lot of wonderful artists and niceDenisecustomers.”Pulvino had set her table full of one-of-a-kind necklaces outside the boutique, facing the rain-drenched parking lot. But her dazzling pieces attracted a con stant stream of visitors. She also displayed her watercolor paintings and cards that were also for sale.
“The extra-curricular events are a plus,” she said. “I get to meet new people and make new friends.”Cosmo Wilson of Bottle Design Lights began making and selling his light-up bottles as a fun outlet and has enjoyed attending farmers markets and ACM events to share his unique crafts. His wife, Pam Wilson, helps out and often gives him ideas for new projects.
Mayor Bill Zimmerman and his wife Julie who were on hand to support Arts Council Menifee and the Art Under the Stars event.
Art Under the Stars shines a light on Menifee artists
A printed list of important con tacts, including nearby relatives like older adults who may be incapacitated, doctors and school officials, ensures people whose phone batteries have died can still contact their loved ones and other important individuals so long as they can use a neighbor’s or a loved one’s phone.
SACRAMENTO – With ex treme weather stretching Califor nia’s energy grid and threatening public health and safety, the gov ernor’s Office of Emergency Ser vices issued an emergency alert Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 5:45 p m , ask ing residents to conserve power.
molds will emit a damp, musty odor; however, a lack of this dis tinct and unpleasant smell should not lead individuals to conclude they don’t have a mold issue, as some molds do not produce an odor. In addition, the EPA said that the smell of indoor molds can dif
How to spot mold in a home
State officials sent cell phone alerts to protect public safety amidst ongoing record heat, energy grid shortfalls
How to prepare for an extended power outage
Extended power outages can be a nuisance. Planning for such outages in advance can make blackouts more manageable.
fer depending on the type of mold present in the home. Homeowners who have experienced mold issues in the past should not ignore a foul odor simply because it smells dif ferent from a previous infestation. Homeowners should contact a mold remediation professional if
As a result of this action, the California Independent System Operation saw an immediate and significant drop in energy use, providing some relief to the state’s grid.The alerts come as California and the western United States are
TEMECULA – Homes are safe havens and relaxing spaces for their residents. No one wants to imagine the place they call home putting their health in jeopardy, but that’s precisely the case for people who live in homes where mold is present.
TEMECULA – Planning ahead can help make adverse situations more manageable. Such is the case when storms strike and the power goes out. Extended power outages may not be pleasant, but some pro active planning can make it easier to withstand blackouts.
work. Support can be just as valu able as supplies when confronting power outages. The American Red Cross urged individuals to identify people who can help them during an extended power outage. Such individuals may help them stay at home or evacuate if the power will be out for a lengthy period of time.
Amid the ongoing, climate-driv en heatwave, Californians have now for multiple days stepped up to save energy and made a differ ence in California’s ability to keep the lights Individualson. who receive wire less alerts should not contact law enforcement or call 911.
Print a list of important con tacts. If the power is out, it’s only a matter of time before smartphones lose their battery power. Phones can always be plugged into ve hicles to get a quick power boost, but that’s not the most practical way to keep phones charged, es pecially if local roads are closed.
Mold is sometimes visible in parts of a home. For example,
If paint is peeling, bubbling or cracking, it’s likely indicative of a mold issue. In such instances, contact a mold remediation spe cialist rather than simply painting over the affected areas with a fresh coat of Conductpaint.a smell test. Most
as the Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated that 95 people died from generator-asso ciated carbon monoxide poisoning in 2017. Consumer Reports recom mended operating generators at least 20 feet away from the house. Individuals should familiarize themselves with their generators upon purchasing them so they aren’t forced to endure a trial by fire when the power goes out.
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networks can pool their resources in various ways, including sharing refrigerators or allowing neighbors without power to access the inter net. Such support makes it easier for everyone to get through the outage with as little interruption to their lives as possible.
Get more details on how to conserve energy at home at https:// flexalert.org. Learn more about Wireless Emergency Alerts at http://www.calalerts.org. Submitted by state of California.
With California’s power grid strained during recent heat waves, it’s important to plan for power outages before they happen. Valley News/Adobe Stock photo
they suspect an unpleasant smell could be a byproduct of mold. Mold can be harmful to homes and humans. Anyone who suspects their home has a mold problem is urged to contact a remediation specialist as soon as possible.
experiencing record heat. This heat was on track to be both the hottest and longest in California for Sep tember ever while peak summer heat for California is normally in July and August.
The U.S. Environmental Pro tection Agency said that molds are not usually a problem in doors; however, when they are, molds produce allergens, irritants and potentially toxic substances. Molds can become problematic when spores land on wet or damp surfaces and begin growing. If inhaled, those spores can cause allergic reactions in people with asthma who have mold allergies. Even people without such allergies may suffer from irritated eyes, skin, nose, throat or lungs due to exposure to mold. Mold also can affect the home itself, as the EPA said that mold gradually destroys the things it grows on, potentially leading to costly remediation and renovation expenses.
mold problems in a bathroom may be recognizable when tiny black spots are present on surfaces that frequently get wet. Those areas may gradually expand from small spots and cover larger areas, such as windowsills and areas around the bathtub. Other signs indicating the presence of mold may be less recognizable though potentially just as harmful. It’s one reason why it makes sense for everyone to learn how to spot mold in a home. Learn what mold looks like. Not all molds are black. Some are white and look like thread, but they also can have a gray-brown or gray-green tint. When peeling old wallpaper, some people may notice orange, pink or purple growth on the newly exposed walls, and that’s likelyIdentifymold.problems with paint.
The following alert was sent via text message through the Wireless Emergency Alerts system to cell phone users in targeted counties: “Conserve energy now to protect public health and safety. Extreme heat is straining the state energy grid. Power interruptions may oc cur unless you take action. Turn off or reduce nonessential power
Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Made ra, Marin, Merced, Orange, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Shasta, So noma, Solano, Stanislaus, Tulare, Ventura and Yolo.
if health allows, now until 9 p.m.” The message was also sent in Spanish: “El calor extremo esta afectando el servicio de electri cidad del estado. Ahorra energia ahora para proteger la salud pu blica. Apaga los dispositivos que no utilices o reduce el consumo de energia, si es posible. Se po dria generar interrupciones en el suministro electrico si no haces algoTheahora.”geographically targeted text messages were sent to residents in the counties of: Alameda, Butte, Contra Costa, El Dorado, Fresno,
Stock up on essentials . The Red Cross recommended keeping a two-week supply of nonperish able food and water in the house, making sure to date each container of water and replace it every six months. Keep some extra coolers in the house so food can be stored on ice before it spoils in the refrig erator or freezer. In addition, make sure there’s enough blankets in the house to keep everyone warm overnight, as it’s not safe to use outdoor heaters indoors. Stock up on battery-powered lights and candles to light the house at night but make sure all candles are extinguished before going to bed.
Establish a local support net
Learn to use a generator Consumer Reports said that im proper operation of a generator can quickly prove deadly. If carbon monoxide concentrations are too high, individuals can lose their lives in as little as five minutes. And it is no insignificant threat,
These counties were targeted because they are in areas of sig nificantly above average tempera tures, high population density and high concentrations of air condi tionUpdateduse. forecast from the Na tional Weather Service showed that the extreme heat was going to continue through Friday, Sept. 9.
Support networks can include rela tives who live in nearby towns, but also neighbors. A single street can be served by different substations and main power lines, so friends or neighbors across the street may keep their power when houses opposite do not, or vice versa. When the power goes out, support
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The May 17 county board of supervisors meeting allocated $10,571,200 for three EMWD capital improvement projects. That allocation will fund $1,440,000 of the estimated $3,600,000 cost of the Mission Canyon II Pump Station replacement project. The county supervisors also allocated $5,011,200 for the Northern Wine Country Sewer Rancho California Road Phase II project and $4,120,000 for the Southern Wine Country Sewer De Portola Road/ Anza Road infrastructure. Eastern will administer, construct and maintain the sewer projects. The funding agreement will allow the district to be reimbursed by the county. All ARPA funds must be obligated by Dec. 31, 2024, and spent by Dec. 31, 2026.
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Amy Scruggs, a media coach, who provides training and consulting, gave her testimony as an encouragement to the women to put their best foot forward. As a professional singer, podcaster, and 20 years’ experience as a TV host, sales professional and corporate spokesperson, Scruggs helped attendees think about their appearance, their communication skills and encouraged them to use the digital tools available to them today.The Title Sponsor of the event was Abbott. The Premier Sponsors included Pechanga, Rady Children’s Hospital and Temecula Creek Inn. Other sponsors featured were: JDS Creative Academy, Mythos Technology, Southwest Healthcare, Temecula Valley Hospital, Corner Bakery, Clear Blue Promotions, the Promenade Mall, and the City of Temecula.
list of engineering consultants. EMWD staff requested and negotiated a scope of work and fee proposal with Ardurra to support Eastern with the design of the Mission Canyon II Pump Station replacement project. The scope of work for the project includes project management, data gathering and analysis, pump station replacement site analysis, preliminary design, final design, surveying, geotechnical investigations, coordination for pre-negotiated equipment, agency coordination and permitting assistance, surge analysis, bid-phase support and optional services. Ardurra also identified subconsultants to perform the surveying services, acoustical engineering, geotechnical services, structural engineering and surge analysis tasks.
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The EMWD board voted 5-0 Wednesday, Sept. 7, to award the Temecula consulting company a $574,981 contract for design engineering services. The board also authorized Joe Mouawad, general manager of EMWD, or his designee to execute various specialty services contracts. The board’s authorization of $824,000 of appropriations will also cover internal labor, permitting and environmental, bid and award phase and contingency expenses.
and local governments. The funding addresses the public health emergency and economic impacts of the coronavirus epidemic and can be utilized for four eligible categories: mitigation of negative economic impacts, premium pay for eligible workers performing essential work, provision of government services lost revenue would have eliminated and necessary infrastructure investments including water, sewer and broadband. In October 2021, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved the allocation of $65,000,000 of ARPA funds for infrastructure projects in Riverside County. On Jan. 6, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued its final funding guidelines which broadened the allowable use of ARPA funds to include disproportionately impacted communities’ projects which improve health and safety outcomes including increased access. On Feb. 8, the county board of supervisors increased the infra-
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The Temecula Chamber of Commerce held their 16th Annual Women in Business “Back to Business” conference at Pechanga Resort and Casino Thursday, Sept. 8. It was the largest conference turnout to date with about 450 attendees.Speakers included Mary O’Dwyer, Diane Forster and Amy Scruggs. The conference was moderated by CPA Esther Phahla from A Professional Corporation and Diane Strand from JDS Video & Media Produtions.
The Mission Canyon II Pump Station is in unincorporated Hemet east of State Street along Gibbel
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The Mission Canyon II Pump Station replacement project will provide a new pump station located at the Mission Canyon II Booster Station along with 3,200 feet of new pipe. The new pump station will increase water pressure and capacity for the unincorporated Hemet area east of Diamond Valley Lake from 200 gallons per minute to 600 gallons per minute.
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The three featured speakers were there to provide helpful tips, insight and encouragement to the women in the room for getting back to business after a challenging two years during COVID.
Mary O’Dwyer, Ph.D., Founder of The Breath of New Life, gave a inspirational talk about balancing work with life and taught breathing exercises with the audience. The exercise was meant to help the women relax, be aware of their intuition, center, be conscientious, get connected with themselves and feel the unconditional love of God.
Road. Eastern’s Water Facilities Master Plan recommends that the pump station be replaced to resolve hydraulic deficiencies. Relocation has also been recommended due to the current station’s proximity to a wildfire, access difficulty and limited area to expand.
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Ardurra was given the Eastern Municipal Water District design contract to replace Eastern’s Mission Canyon II Pump Station.
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Station to the EMWD collection system and allows Eastern to divert the same volume of flow to the Rancho system through an improved diversion structure at the intersection of Adams Avenue and Elm Street which is tributary to the Santa Rosa Water Reclamation Facility. The current wastewater flow to the Winchester Park Lift Station is approximately 60,000 gallons per day.
To accommodate ultimate RCWD flows tributary to the Winchester Park Lift Station of up to 270,000 gallons per day, East ern will need to upsize one reach of pipeline along Diaz Road to a diameter of 15 inches. As part of the agreement, the present value of construction costs for that pipeline was estimated at $1.43 million. The upsizing portion of the costs was estimated at 13.5%, which as sesses Rancho a participation cost of $192,568 due upon diversion of flow. Eastern is responsible for
Traffic control at Adams Avenue and Elm Street is complex due to the construction required on the public right-of-way and the impact on local businesses, especially a concrete batch plant near the project site and since traffic must be maintained in both directions at all times, the allowable work area for construction was reduced.
In 2019, EMWD staff in con junction with a consultant evalu ated alternatives to shredded wood media to improve performance and lower the overall operating and maintenance costs of district biofilters. The consultant identified engineered media as an alternative. The structure of engineered media is not based on organic materials and therefore does not degrade or compact. The lack of degradation and compaction will result in a more consistent airflow and im proved performance. Engineered media is also typically guaranteed for ten years or more, which results in a lower lifecycle cost to oper ate and maintain the biofilter. The biofilter at EMWD’s Perris Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facil ity was converted to engineered media in 2019, and the biofilter performance there has improved significantly. The San Jacinto Val
ley Regional Water Reclamation Facility biofilter was converted to engineered media earlier this year.
On June 17, EMWD staff is sued a request for proposals for the purchase of engineered media. Two proposals were received and evaluated on price and pay ment terms, exceptions, product performance history and product warranty. GES Biotek had the higher-rated proposal, the lower price, and the shorter lead time. The GES proposal also includes a 20-year warranty. GES has been manufacturing biofilter media since 1997 and has a positive repu tation among Southern California agencies, and Eastern used GES for the San Jacinto Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility engi neered media.
time, the wood media degraded from large pieces of shredded wood to a consolidated and de cayed material. That degradation is impeding airflow through the filter and resulting in nuisance odors.
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operated pinch control valve on the outlet side of the Santa Rosa Water Reclamation Facility at the inter section of Adams Avenue and Elm Street. Flows will be monitored and adjusted to match as closely as possible the flow Eastern re ceives at the Winchester Park Lift Station diversion. The agreement includes a provision allowing for financial reconciliation if volumes become out of balance by more than 250,000 gallons.
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The Rancho California Water District board approved a contract with Genesis Construction for the Adams Avenue Flow Diversion Rehabilitation Project.
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A separate request for proposals has been developed for media in stallation and structural rehabilita tion services. That contract will be awarded at a subsequent EMWD board meeting.
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The Eastern Municipal Water District awarded GES Biotek LLC a contract to replace and upgrade the biofilter media at the Temecula Valley Regional Water Reclama tion Facility.
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structure was proposed as part of the project along with additional ductile iron piping improvements.
Wednesday, Sept. 7, approved a contract with GES Biotek for $556,572. The board action also approved a total appropriation of $623,230, which also covers $10,000 for EMWD internal labor and $56,658 for contingency.
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To facilitate Rancho’s required improvements as part of the ex change, RCWD engineering staff developed plans and specifica tions for improvements at the two diversion locations. The project was advertised for public bid July 11. Genesis Construction submit ted the only bid by the August 17 deadline.
The board’s 7-0 vote September 8 approves a $681,777 contract with the Hemet company. The project will create an improved di version structure at the intersection of Adams Avenue and Elm Street and will also upsize a segment of pipeline along Diaz Road. Due to costs above the previouslybudgeted amount the board also approved additional funding of $547,000 to bring the total budget to $1,060,000.
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To facilitate the exchange sev eral improvements will be neces sary to divert, convey and monitor flow volumes. Rancho will design and construct the system tie-in and metering equipment to the existing EMWD manhole directly in front of the Winchester Park Lift Station within Diaz Road. That manhole is currently tied to Eastern’s sewer but is channeled to direct flows to the Winchester Park Lift Sta tion. Rancho will re-channel the manhole and install a flow meter. Rancho will also refurbish the manhole and construct a motor-
Significant increases in material costs for mechanical equipment, asphalt paving and other items impacted the overall project cost.
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The Temecula Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility utilizes a biofilter to capture and treat foul odors associated with the water reclamation process. The biofilter has a surface area of 7,200 square feet and can treat up to 10,750 cubic feet per minute of foul air. The biofilter is currently loaded with shredded wood organic media to facilitate the biological process of removing the odor from the air.
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Whilecluttered.somemay consider mod ern homes austere, many others are right at home among their clean lines and airy spaces.
What’s in it for Zillow and Open Door? It reaffirms the continued relevance of iBuying; it gets Zil low back into the seller lead busi ness, and it gets Open Door access to its largest customer platform, its lead generation utopia.
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Buildings are classified ac cording to shared components. A Craftsman style home will have a covered porch with a set of wide
Cost: Perhaps no variable af fects senior homeowners’ deci sions to downsize their homes as much as cost. No one wants to outlive their money, and downsiz ing to a smaller home can help seni ors reduce their monthly expenses by a significant margin.
contact for consumers requesting an instant cash offer. The Zillow Advisor will discuss an instant cash offer alongside a traditional sale, though I am skeptical how objective that conversation will be in light of the FTC fine for decep tive advertising and misquoting seller proceeds that Open Door justThereceived.partnership of Open Door with their $2.5 billion deep pockets and Zillow’s massively successful marketing platform makes it ap pear that they are ready to control the iBuyer market. It puts Zillow back in the lucrative seller leads business and gives Open Door access to millions of potential customers. It’s a win-win for Zil low and Open Door… but how about for the consumer? What will be interesting to find out is what changes will be made internally to protect the consumer and to avoid fines and penalties in the future?
This partnership gives Zillow the ability to generate and capi talize on high-quality seller leads – consumers that are considering selling their home – something it lost when Zillow Offers was shut down last year. Historically Zillow was only able to convert 10% of sellers who requested an instant of fer; the other 90% are high-quality seller leads which are worth big bucks which can be capitalized through Zillow’s Premier Agent program.ForOpen Door, this partner ship represents access to perhaps the industry’s largest source of customer leads. It extends Open Door’s partnership strategy, which includes deals with Redfin, real tor.com, and eight of the top 10 homebuilders. The benefit to Open Door is simple: more leads through Zillow’s expansive marketing platform which results in lower customer acquisition costs.
make modern homes unique.
5. Open floor concept: A hall mark of modern interior design, the open concept floor plan removes many of the walls that tend to sepa rate common areas of a home. This helps to foster the spread of natural light and maintains the emphasis on simplicity of design.
fewer repairs are just some of the ways downsizing can save seniors
Even homeowners who have long since paid off their mortgages can save substantial amounts of money by downsizing to a smaller home or even an apart ment or condominium. Lower property taxes, reduced insurance premiums and the need to pay for
All that hard work is perhaps one reason why seniors may be a little reluctant to downsize as they advance through their golden years. In addition to the sweat equity homeowners put into their homes, all the memories they’ve made within their walls can make it harder to put a home on the market.
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2. Neutral color palette: Modern homes tend to utilize a neutral color palette. Modern homes may use “earthy” elements, such as wood and brick, in ways that do not look rustic. Contemporary homes rely on a color palette of black and white with shades of gray or other neutral colors.
True, there was a savings of commission since no agents were involved, but there is a conve nience/ administrative fee of 7.5-11% and, as there is no agent involved, there is no protection for the consumer. Recently, former rivals Open Door and Zillow an nounced a partnership for direct purchases, which drives the ques tion; what are the implications for theSeveralconsumer?articles
By the way, if you are sensing a theme you are correct; real estate professionals represent protec tions for the consumer and, when accurately compared to iBuyer programs, sellers will net more proceeds with traditional sales methods.
What does the partnership of Open Door and Zillow mean for the consumer?
4. Large, unadorned windows: Most modern homes showcase a lot of natural light by utilizing large windows that are not covered up by heavy window treatments or elements like shutters and thick trims. Large windows are the focus of the interior and shift attention to the view outdoors.
Individuals work hard to save enough money to purchase their homes. And the hard work doesn’t end there. Once homeowners settle into a new home, they may set their sights on renovations that suit their individual needs. And even when buyers find a home that needs no such work, maintenance requires homeown ers’ utmost attention.
In previous articles, we dis cussed what are iBuyers, or in vestment buyers, and that Open Door is the largest iBuyer with the deepest pockets. It was identified that Zillow had previously been in the business of direct purchas ing of residential properties, but they ceased that operation argu
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Modern kitchens tend to feature efficient, top-tier appliances with additional storage and space amenities that keep the room from feeling cluttered.
I’ve read from Inman News, a respected source of information in the real estate world, indicated that the Zillow function would be marketing as Zillow has quite a following with
3. Geometric shapes: Modern homes have strong horizontal and vertical elements that showcase geometric shapes in their designs. Contemporary homes often have flat roofs, while modern homes may not.
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Zillow cited difficulty in assess ing future pricing as the reason they ceased iBuying. Lastly the FTC and Open Door came to an agreement in the form of $63 million in fines to Open Door for deceptive marketing and quot ing inaccurate proceeds to the seller when consumers used Open Door’s services, which resulted in sellers getting less proceeds from the direct sale.
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their free Zestimates of value and listings published from Multiple ListingZillowServices.movedinto the real estate sales business when they offered agents the opportunity to be Zil low Premier agents, which meant agents could pay a fee to Zillow for certain ZIP codes in return for being featured on Zillow’s website so the searching public could click on an agent. This practice is not limited to Zillow; Redfin, Real tor.com and most of the 1,000+ public access sites have similar arrangements.Whileitis expensive to be a Zillow, Redfin and/ or Realtor. com agent, the good news for the consumer is there would be buyer agents involved which would mean protection for the consumer since the agents should know about the legally required disclo sures that sellers owe buyers. Zillow and others still offer these programs to agents and the public. The difference is that when the investor buyers started the direct buyer programs and eliminated agents and their commissions, and with no agents in the transaction, there was no knowledge of disclosures or protections for the consumer.
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Downsizing is a difficult deci sion that’s unique to each home owner. Seniors who aren’t quite certain if downsizing is right for them can consider three key fac tors to make a decision that’s in their best interests.
Homes contain a variety of com ponents that appeal to homeowners with different ideas about the per fect place to call home. That starts with the style of a home.
Here’s a look at seven features that
money.Space: Many people love the extra space that single-family homes provide. But seniors can take a walk through their homes and see how many rooms they still use on a consistent basis. If much of the home is unused, seniors can probably downsize without adversely affecting their dailyMarket:lives. The real estate mar ket is another factor to consider when deciding if the time is right to downsize. A seller’s market can help seniors get the biggest return on their real estate invest ment, potentially helping them make up for meager retirement savings. For example, home prices skyrocketed across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, making that a great time for sellers to put their homes on the market. Seniors selling to downsize may capitalize on such spikes since they won’t be looking to turn around and buy larger, equally expensive homes once they sell their current place. If the market is down and seniors can withstand the work and cost a little longer, it may be best to wait until things bounce back in sellers’Downsizingfavor. requires careful consideration of a host of vari ables. No two situations are the same, so seniors should exercise due diligence to determine if downsizing is right for them.
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How to determine if it’s time to downsize
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1. Minimalist approach: Contemporary and modern homes both e mploy an approach that leans toward minimalism, including clean design lines. Spaces are open and airy without the clutter of too many ornate architectural details. While modern homes may have some curvature to their design, contemporary ones are all about an angular look.
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ably because there are no agents involved in direct purchases, so sellers wouldn’t know to provide required disclosures and that there could be resulting lawsuits.
7. Updated kitchen spaces: The clean lines and attention to technology and open space gener ally extends to modern kitchens. Modern kitchens tend to feature efficient, top-tier appliances with additional storage and space ame nities that keep the room from feeling
6. Smart elements: Thanks to the proliferation of smart technol ogy, smart homes are cropping up with greater frequency. While smart devices can be included in any home style, they tend to feel like they were designed specifical ly for modern homes. In a similar vein, modern homes may include environmentally friendly elements, such as solar panels, upcycled ma terials, added insulation and energy efficient lighting.
And oh, by the way, a Zillow Advisor will be the first point of
base columns, while a Cape Cod home is often defined by a gabled roof and dormer windows. Mod ern houses, which are sometimes called contemporary homes even though the terms are not inter changeable, will have their own se ts of unique characteristics.
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Conditions in the area forced the cancellation and postponement of many events for the high schools in the surrounding areas. The Hemet Unified School District kept campuses closed the entire week, which meant high school sports teams were not able to practice or host events on campus. That did result in swift changes for area teams that had games scheduled against Hemet area teams.
It was quite the week and weekend, locally and nationally.
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For the fans of local prep football teams, it really was the Fairview Fire in Hemet that made things exceptionally hard to follow for sports, and rightfully so.
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Burns said there was a little bit of chipping back and forth during the game, but there is always a pass given when two competitors stand on their platform. “The score is not really indicative of how we played, but it’s a new week and we both have to focus on our next opponent,” he said.
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crossed they could still play.
According to Pace, they will catch back up in person with their annual golfing trips in the spring.
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“I have a lot of respect for him,” he said. “It was a crazy week and I was so proud of my guys to come out and get a big win with everything going on around them. They had little practice time due
Though Pace says there was no real razzing after the game between the two, they did talk for hours about the game, their programs and caught up on life.
to the fire.”
Tahquitz running back Dorion Levingston (6) catches a pass against Linfield defenders Micah Little (32) and Grant Taylor (2) in Week Three action.
“I know my mom said the same thing his mom did,” Burns laughed. “You better win this game, they said.”
Of course, with the Fairview Fire wreaking havoc in the area this past week, there were some cancellations which included Rialto at Hemet, California Military Institute at Santa Rosa Academy and St. Jeanne de Lestonnac at Calipatria. The remaining games involving local teams inside our sports coverage area were able to play and here are those scores.
From the deadly Fairview Fire in Hemet wreaking havoc in our own backyard, to the Queen of England passing away, the 21st anniversary of the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks, and of course, the return of NFL football, life was busy for sure.
On Saturday, Sept. 10, Temecula Valley, now in the Big West lower division, had a 24-20 victory over crosstown rival Chaparral, who are now in the Big West upper division.
“From video games to basketball, football, even lifting weights, we were ultra-competitive growing up, so this game was going to be no different in mindset,” Burns said.
Practices were canceled outside all week, but according to Tahquitz athletic director Mike Sims, Linfield Christian allowed the Tahquitz football team to practice on its field Friday in order to prepare for the game.
The two are so close that they are godparents and uncles to each other’s kids, and though both their fathers have passed away over the years, their mothers are also the best of friends.
“We have gone from enemies to teammates and roommates, to coaching for a championship, and now back to friend-enemies,” Pace said. “He has done an excellent job at Linfield, and it was strange to think we were going to be coaching against each other. I pull for him every week and I know he feels the same, and we of course knew this week was going to be different.”
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face each other in a regular season game. While both have had their fair share of ups and downs in their respective divisions of the Southern Section of the CIF, this first meeting would go to the Titans, 55-14.
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Titan’s linebacker DJ Smith (2) sacks Linfield Quarterback Jonathan Aguilera (10)) during their Week Three game at Linfield Christian School Saturday, Sept. 10.
Rancho Christian (2-2) - 19, Ontario Christian (4-0) - 41
Not only was it a gesture of good faith between two respectable coaches, it also just so happens that head coaches DeChon Burns (Linfield) and Stephon Pace (Tahquitz), have a bit more history than most would expect. Burns, who is in his ninth year at Linfield, and Pace, in his sixth season at Tahquitz, actually grew up playing the game against, and with each other.Rivals in high school, the two would go on to play together at USC, become roommates and the best of friends through their playing days and through their adult lives. Of course, being toptier athletes they would keep their competitive nature at the forefront of their on-field friendship as well.
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As for pigskin plans, the Tahquitz football team, who was scheduled to play at Linfield Christian in Temecula this past Saturday night, kept their fingers
Paloma Valley (3-1) - 28, Heritage (0-4) - 19
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submitted the application, “falsely stating that Stallo had a baby” and making income adjustments to justify awarding the young woman a PellMoreGrant.than $4,500 was provided to Stallo and when she and her father discovered her tuition had been covered in full, they were baffled, the attorney said. The money was disbursed directly to the college by the U.S. Department of StalloEducation.discussed the matter with Mozga, who allegedly attempted to talk the plaintiff out of giving back the funds, according to the plaintiff’s testimony.
For the first time in school history, Paloma Valley beat Heritage to lay claim to the Menifee Bowl Championship trophy. Valley News/Courtesy photo
Murrieta Mesa running back Kahleel Willis did add a bit of light when he closed out the scoring on a 19-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter. Murrieta Valley rushed for 271 yards on the night with Bachmeier completing 10 of 17 passes for 152 yards as his brother Tiger (Bachmeier) led the receiver core with four catches for 67 yards. Silva completed 17 of 27 passes for 92 yards and Engelstad had six receptions for 44 yards.
Tahquitz (3-1) - 55, Linfield Christian (1-3) - 14
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“Emilee Stallo escalated this matter all the way to the president of the college, Roger Schultz, and then took it to every law enforcement agency with potential jurisdiction,” Ottilie said. “Emilee Stallo was a true whistleblower and the jury has vindicated her when everyone else, including her own college president, looked the other way.”
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Beierly connected with Raymond Valencia for a 27-yard touchdown to cut the deficit to 24-20 with 6:20 remaining. Temecula Valley would then run nearly six minutes off the clock before punting. The Pumas took possession midway through their own half of the field with 33 seconds remaining and were successful in moving the ball within scoring distance. With a few seconds left, Beierly chucked the ball in the direction of receiver Stacy Dobbin, but it was broken up in the end zone as time ran out.
Temecula Valley’s Bryce Dewald completed 10 of 16 passes for 118 yards, one TD and also ran for 42 yards on 15 carries. Ryan Sanchez finished the game with 121 yards of total offense for the Golden Bears with Jaden Eddy scoring the lone rushing touchdown. Lucas Lenhart had the other Temecula Valley touchdown, scoring on a pick-six in the third quarter.Beierly completed 11 of 25 passes for 166 yards with two touchdowns, Devyne Pearson rushed for 90 yards on 17 carries and Caron Tyler was 5 for 7 with 44 yards during his time at QB, throwing one touchdown of his own. Jacob Alvarez and Tommy Long also hauled in touchdown receptions for Chaparral. As for the Golden Bears, they will have a chance to capture the Temecula city championship when they host Great Oak Thursday, Oct. 27, in their final game of the regular season.The annual Menifee Bowl football game between Heritage and Paloma Valley also took place last week and for the first time since the inception of the titled game (est. 2010), Paloma Valley walked away with the hardware after 12 straight losses. Heritage is winless in their 2022-2023 campaign so far and this 28-19 loss to their rival school was no help in getting them ready for league play, which starts in two weeks. Paloma Valley is sporting a 3-1 record and is currently first in the Sunbelt League standings. Other Week Three wins came from Elsinore and Great Oak.
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Stallo and her family considered Mozga’s and the campus’ actions fraudulent and initiated legal action when law enforcement failed to act, according to attorney Robert P.
Mozga was terminated in April 2020, after the lawsuit was filed.
“The college disagrees with the characterizations of the evidence in Ms. Stallo’s attorney’s (statement),” the college Riversidewrote.County Superior Court Judge Angel Bermudez has not yet ruled on non-monetary actions connected to the case, including the disposition of Stallo’s student files, so the litigation is not yet finished.
Temecula Valley tops Chaparral 24-20 in a penalty filled contest Saturday night on the campus of Chaparral.TheGolden Bears used a big third quarter (22 points) to turn the game around after going into the locker room down 14-2 at halftime.Inagame pushed back to Saturday evening, Temecula Valley came out dull against crosstown rival Chaparral, but found their heart when they scored 22 unanswered points to beat the Pumas, 24-20, and pick up their third win of the season. Temecula Valley (3-1) managed only 66 yards of total offense in the first half, so they relied heavily on their defense who held their own out of the gate, but the Pumas scored twice in the final four minutes of the half to take a 14-2 halftime lead.Chaparral (1-3) tried to mount a late comeback when QB Dash
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In a statement released to local media outlet City News Service, Mt. San Jacinto College said it intends to “challenge the verdict through the appropriate legal avenues and not through the media.”
A Murrieta jury awarded former Murrieta Mesa basketball player Emilee Stallo $250,000 in compensatory damages due to allegations of financial aid fraud at MSJC in 2019. Valley News/Hudl courtesy photo
Editors notes from last week include the Menifee Bowl, a pair of Murrieta teams and a pair of Temecula teams. After this past week of prep football matchups, there are teams in the area that have a full month of games under their belt already. Crazy, right? The school year is moving along quickly, that’s for sure.
“Three different financial employees of the college testified at trial that they believed that if it was established a college employee was responsible for the fraudulent form, the college would lose their ability to disburse federal and state financial aid and this would have a ‘devastating impact’ on their financial status and their student population,” Ottilie said.
Evidently concerned how this might impact Stallo’s ability to attend the community college, Eagles Assistant Coach Fontay Mozga intervened, the plaintiffs argued during trial. Ottilie alleged that Mozga gained access to Stallo’s FAFSA account and re-
After returning home from a tough loss to Apple Valley last week, the Murrieta Valley Nighthawks looked back to normal against crosstown rival and former Southwestern League foe, Murrieta Mesa. The visiting Rams did not have much luck during the evening, which was plagued with rain, dropping their third game of the season, 56-14.
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Murrieta Valley will travel to King next week while Murrieta Mesa will host La Quinta.
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After the halftime break, Murrieta Valley scored touchdowns on its first two drives of the second half before taking their foot off the gas. Running back Dorian Hoze scored on a four-yard run and QB Bear Bachmeier added his third touchdown of the game, scoring on a 12-yard run. The Nighthawks defense held the Rams to zero or minus yards on almost 20 different plays, forced Murrieta Mesa to punt six times and had three sacks and two turnovers.
Having to move their home game due to the Fairview Fire, Rancho Christian’s defense lines up against Ontario Christian Friday, Sept. 9. Valley News/Kalie Narcisse photo
According to the plaintiffs, in 2017, then-18-year-old Stallo was recruited to play for the champion MSJC Eagles, but when she applied for tuition assistance by filing a Free Application for Student Aid, or FAFSA, she was turned down.
Temecula Valley (3-1) - 24, Chaparral (1-3) - 20 Hillcrest (2-2) - 24, Lakeside (2-2)Cornerstone7 Christian (0-3) - 33, Rock Academy (1-1) – 53
Temecula Valley’s Lucas Valencia (20) chases down Chaparral’s Stacy Dobbins (7) in their Week Three match-up. Valley News/David Canales photo
Department, District Attorney’s Office and U.S. Attorney’s Office went nowhere. However, the U.S. Department of Education did initiate an investigation that is ongoing.
Temescal Canyon (0-3) - 0, Ramona (2-1) - 41 Vista del Lago (1-3) - 14, Great Oak (2-2) - 24
AOttilie.Murrieta jury agreed with the plaintiff’s contentions that the defendants made misrepresentations that caused her emotional harm and last week awarded Stallo $250,000 in compensatory damages.
According to the attorney, efforts to prompt investigations by the Riverside County Sheriff’s
Former standout athlete ‘vindicated’ in suit over fraudulent MSJC financial aid claim
Murrieta Valley (2-1) running back Asa Chatman rushed for 186 yards on 14 carries and scored four touchdowns, all in the first half. An early turnover by the Nighthawks didn’t faze the home team who would go on to score touchdowns on their next four possessions to take a 28-0 lead. Murrieta Mesa (1-3) got on the board with two minutes left in the second quarter when quarterback Julian Silva threw a 15-yard touchdown to receiver Jeffrey Engelstad.
This season the Valley News Sports Department will be focusing on the schools and sports inside a limited coverage area due to print space and manpower. Those schools include Great Oak, Temecula Valley, Chaparral, Murrieta Valley, Murrieta Mesa, Vista Murrieta, Linfield Christian, Rancho Christian, Elsinore, Paloma Valley, Liberty, St. Jeanne de Lestonnac, Heritage, Temecula Prep, Hamilton (Anza), Cornerstone Christian, Temescal Canyon, Lakeside and the River Springs Charter Schools (no football programs).
In 2017, a former Murrieta Mesa girls’ basketball standout, Emilee Stallo, was recruited to play on the women’s basketball team at Mt. San Jacinto College. When she began receiving financial aid for which she knew she did not qualify, a lawsuit she filed claimed that college officials told her to pocket the money and not involve herThreeparents.years later, Stallo was victorious in her 2019 lawsuit alleging that a former coach submitted false information, ultimately covered up by campus officials, to the federal government concerning eligibility for financial aid. With her family beside her, Stallo sued the college and former Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Fontay Mozga after the plaintiffs confirmed that financial aid grants had been filed for her benefit. Prior to that, Stallo had previously learned she was ineligible to receive the funds.
“The matter was escalated with complaints to campus administrators, who refused to act,” Ottilie said. He also said MSJC President Roger Schultz “looked the other way” rather than confront the possibility of fraud in the campus athletics department.
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Great Oak’s Ethan Spence (51) looks to sack Vista del Lago’s quarterback in their Week Three road game. Valley News/Rob Davis Photography
Deutsch made six straight pars and then turned with two birdies in three holes at seven (nearly holing an 80-yard wedge shot) and nine (holing out from the back greenside bunker) to go out in -2 (34). Kwak joined him with an outward 34 after making three birdies (three, eight and nine) to one lone bogey at the first. The high school senior nearly holed a wedge from 60 yards at three, rolled in a birdie at eight from
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Hurricane Mills, Tenn. That event is the same one he has qualified for, four years in a row.
With so much going on last week due to the Fairview Fire, schools rallied to not only help support those in need, but Athletic Directors countywide also worked hard to make as many sporting events happen as they could. Here is the update of what went down in prep volleyball for teams inside the Valley News sports coverage area.
After nine holes, the pair found themselves tied at -8 for the tournament and in a classic match playDeutschduel. said about the match play feel, “In match play you always assume your opponent is going to hit a great shot and make you earn whatever happens. Both nine and eleven were perfect examples of that philosophy and just how high a level of golf you have to play to win this tournament.”
When he got his first little dirt bike, no training wheels were needed. It was then that his parents knew he was just a natural.
Area prep volleyball news and notes: Week ending Sept. 9
“We did a raffle and got enough money to pay for gas from the community,” says Alissa. “Chase has had four broken bones, and this is his fourth year making it to the largest National motor cross race. He won first place at Mammoth MX in June, so we knew he has what it takes, we just needed to get himThethere.youngster from Winchester went out to the first round of the 2022 West Coast Open and did some damage aboard his KTM 65SX and left LACR with four more moto wins to his name and the series points lead in both of his classes.
Chaparral: Aubrey Bomstad (10) - setter
Aubrey recorded 42 assists on the day and guided Chaparral to back-to-back three set wins against Bishop Montgomery and Foothill.
The initial CIF-SS coaches’
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The Brennan’s are privateers in the moto world, which means they do not have any sponsors or financial help. They recently took to Facebook, where Chase asked for help, and the community response was huge.
The CSULB sophomore remarked, “Playing three different layouts in three days in this heat took a lot of mental fortitude and it was a grind for all 54 holes. Coming into the week I needed a confidence boost because our first couple of qualifying rounds for the Washington tournament have not been going well for me. Hopefully,
Under the new rules of amateur status, Deutsch collects $1,000 for theLocally,win.
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about 15 feet, and then two putted at nine for birdie from 80 feet.
Coach Gale Johnson said, “Our starting setter went down in the first match of the morning and Aubrey stepped in and ran the offense with very little experience. She was huge today when we needed her.”
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Eleven-year-old Chase Brennan of Winchester likes to play Fortnite, hangout with his family and friends, and race motocross.
Murrieta’s Ronny Zheng was the high Valley News area finisher at +2 (72-75-70=217) which was a T13. Great Oak’s Nathan Sampson shot rounds of 74-72-72=218 (+3) and finished T16. Nixon Lauritzen of Temescal Canyon held the overnight lead after day one with a -3 round of 69 at Tukwet Canyon (Champions) but followed it up with rounds of 74 and 76 to finish in a T19 (+4 219).
Temescal Canyon’s Nixon Lauritzen tees off in the final round of the Inland Empire Amateur at Murrieta’s Bear Creek Golf Club.
Steven Deutsch tees off on the eighteenth hole of the final round in the 2022 Inland Empire Amateur Championship at Murrieta’s Bear Creek Golf Club.
On Saturday, Temecula Valley took a set from Marymount but fell in three sets in Gold Division bracket play and finished the weekend with a win against La CostaMurrietaCanyon.Valley defeated La Costa Canyon before falling to Marymount. Southwestern League play commences this week.
A lot of the time ‘Player of the Week’ awards focus on hitters with strong weeks but we often neglect setters. After all, without strong setters how do hitters like Bella Rittenberg get the ball? That’s not the case this week as we recognize the Lady Pumas’ sophomore setter.
It was the day’s final tie as a hole later Deutsch rolled in a 25-foot bomb to grab a two-shot lead when Kwak’s par putt did a 360-degree tour of the hole before staying aboveDeutschground.said, “As we were coming up to the green, I told my mom (who was caddying that day) that I hadn’t made much all day. It was straight up the hill, I gave it a good run, and it found the bottom.”
MURRIETA – Golf is a funny game. One minute you can be struggling in qualifiers with your college team and the next you can be hoisting a championship trophy. That’s exactly the spot that Steven Deutsch, a sophomore at Long Beach State, found himself in on Monday, Sept. 5, at Murrieta’s Bear Creek Golf Club.
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this performance is something I can carry forward into the season ahead.”
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In a third straight day of 100plus degree heat, Deutsch was
Actually, it may have started before then as a story told to the media years ago by the Brennan family states that when he was a one-year-old, he would always say “vroom vroom” anytime he saw a motorcycle, and according to his mother, Alissa, he was obsessed with his father’s [motorcycle] at that time.
Santa Rosa Academy’s Aubrey Prior sets the volleyball during a recent match. Valley News/Action Captures Media Group
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Valley and Murrieta Valley both went 1-1 in last Friday’s pool play session. The Lady Golden Bears recorded a win against Corona del Mar while falling to current state No. 1 Cathedral Catholic (San Diego) by twin 2523 scores. Meanwhile, Murrieta Valley defeated Edison and fell against Mater Dei.
At home eleven, Kwak went for the par-five green in two and stuck his approach to three feet. He’d convert the subsequent eagle opportunity and take a one-shot lead after Deutsch got up and down from just in front of the green.
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efficient in making five birdies and one lone bogey to win the Inland Empire Amateur title by three shots over Sunny Hills High School senior Jeffrey Kwak.
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On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Chase Brennan took seventh overall in the 65cc class (7-9) at the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship in Hurricane Mills, TN. Temecula’s Hawkins Campbell also rode in the event placing 23rd overall.
polls were released Monday, Sept. 5, and several area teams were recognized by their divisional coaches with early top ten ranking. Division 1/2:
Rancho Christian at Vista del Lago: The Eagles make their debut in Raincross Conference play against a Ravens team in the Division 8 top Poly/Riversideten. at Elsinore: Elsinore welcomes the Bears as they return to the Ivy League after winning a Sunbelt League title a year ago. The Lady Tigers pushed Murrieta Mesa to five sets before falling as head coach Renee Horton continues to develop a new squad after losing ten seniors to graduation.
It is the Lady Pumas’ first Dave Mohs title and the second for a southwestern Riverside County team in five years (Temecula Valley 2017, Madi Endsley MVP while Jordyn Amoy and Peyton McBride earned All-Tournament selections).InDivision One, Temecula
Steven Deutsch with both Inland Empire Amateur Championship trophies after the final round at Murrieta’s Bear Creek Golf Club.Valley News/Andrez Imaging photos
Getting involved in motocross is not something you would do overnight, unless you have a lot of money, or a lot of sponsors. That is the thing the Brennan family had to discuss in depth when their son Chase, started showing an interest in the sport almost eight years ago. He was three years old then.
A hole later, Kwak gave back the lead after failing to get up and down at the par 3 twelfth and the pair again found themselves tied for the lead. He fell one shot back after calmly rolling in a ten-footer at thirteen for par while Deutsch made a short 2.5-foot putt for birdie.As smoke from the nearby Fairview Fire in Hemet began working its way over the Bear Creek property, both Deutsch and Kwak found themselves with short up and down opportunities for birdie at the par five fourteenth. Kwak converted from just short and right of the green to tie the lead.
Chaparral at Vista Murrieta: A matchup with two teams that have had entirely different nonleague schedules highlights the Southwestern League schedule this week. Chaparral won a Dave Mohs Division 2 title and is undefeated entering Monday play. Vista Murrieta is 0-3 but last time out put quite a scare into Mater Dei, falling in 5 sets.
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Now, at age 11, Chase is your typical middle-school aged boy who likes to play Fortnite and hangout with his family and friends, when not racing motocross. By age 7 he was already stud motocross rider when he clinched the Loretta Lynn regional qualifier at Pala Raceway in his age division (4- to 6-yearolds), which then qualified him for a national championship event in
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Chaparral took home the Dave Mohs tournament title over this past weekend and enters Southwestern League play this week with a perfect 15-0 record. Valley News/Courtesy photo
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Youth motocross rider racing towards success
Dave Mohs tournament recap
Deutsch prevails with late birdie over Kwak to win the 30th Inland Empire Amateur
Three Southwestern League teams in Chaparral, Temecula Valley and Murrieta Valley made the trek to Orange County for the prestigious Dave Mohs tournament.InDivision Two, Chaparral took home the tournament title and will enter Southwestern League play on Monday with a perfect 15-0 mark. The Pumas defeated Carlsbad and Laguna Hills in Friday afternoon pool play while adding wins against Long Beach Wilson, Bishop Montgomery and Foothill in Gold Division bracket play.Bella Rittenberg was named the tournament MVP while Makai Ford earned All-Tournament honors.
young“Rainbowpeople.fentanyl – fentanyl pills and powder that come in a variety of bright colors, shapes, and sizes – is a deliberate effort by drug traffickers to drive addiction amongst children and young adults,” DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said. “The men and women of the DEA are relentlessly working to stop the trafficking of rainbow fentanyl and defeat the Mexican drug cartels that are responsible for the vast majority of the fentanyl that is being trafficked in the United States.”
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Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine. Just 2 milligrams of fentanyl, which is equal to 10-15 grains of table salt, is considered a lethal dose. Without laboratory testing, there is no way to know how much fentanyl is concentrated in a pill or Fentanylpowder.remains the deadliest drug threat facing this country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 107,622 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2021, with 66% of those deaths related to synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Drug poisonings are the leading killer of Americans between the ages of 18 and 45. Fentanyl available in the United States is primarily supplied by two criminal drug networks, the Sinaloa Cartel and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
Keep water sanitary. Make sure pool water is chemically balanced so that it is comfortable to swim in
If someone encounters fentanyl in any form, they should not handle it but call 911 immediately.
and will not harbor any pathogens that can make swimmers ill. The pool equipment company Pahlen said the ideal water pH is 7.4 because that is the same as the pH in human eyes and mucous membranes, and it also supports good chlorine disinfection. The free chlorine content of a pool can range from 0.5 to 1.6 to keep it sanitary. A quality testing kit can help pool owners balance water. Learn the local ordinances. Local ordinances will spell out which precautionary measures are required by law for people who have a backyard pool. These often include a fenced yard, a fence around inground pools that is at least four feet high, self-latching gates and/or pool ladders that can be locked or closed when the pool isn’t in use.
The RUHS said the aggregate number of COVID cases recorded since the public health documentation period began in March 2020 is 695,041. According to the agency, in
continued the smoking habit. In addition, it contributes positively to a decreased overall smoking rate, which improves the health of people, as well as the health of the surrounding environment.
“If you’re looking to kick the habit, it’s never too late to stop smoking cigarettes if you have a positive mindset and the correct resources,” Christine Kingsley for
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WASHINGTON – The Drug Enforcement Administration advised the public of an alarming emerging trend of colorful fentanyl available across the United States. In August 2022, DEA and its law enforcement partners began seizing brightly colored fentanyl and fentanyl pills in 18 states.
Riverside County sees drop in COVID hospitalizations
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Rely on non-slip surfaces. The pool environment can be wet and slippery. Utilizing materials like non-slip deck surfaces or rougher concrete finishes around pools can help reduce some slips and falls.
Among those hospitalized with a COVID diagnosis in July, 35% were fully vaccinated with a SARSCoV-2 therapeutic and 2% were partially vaccinated, according to county public health figures. Vaccination data for August was expected to be released this week.
Pools are fun, but it’s a pool owners’ responsibility to keep all swimmers safe. The following are some pool safety measures to put into effect.
The Lung Institute’s national five-year study ranks locations based on smoking rates and pollution levels.
The number of people hospitalized with a coronavirus infection in Riverside County fell by two people, to 114, according to the latest state figures.
healthiest lung health in the nation based on data over the last five years included Virginia, Colorado, Tennessee, Delaware and Washington.
Cigarettes are also the biggest
DEA warns of brightly colored fentanyl used to target young Americans
It’s no secret the severe damage that cigarette smoking causes to human health – both the tobacco user and those around them – as well as the surrounding environment. Smoking increases the risk of developing conditions, such as lung cancer, emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – not only for the tobacco user themselves, but for those around them as well. Nonsmokers who are involuntarily exposed to secondhand smoke are inhaling many of the same toxins and chemicals as tobacco users directly. Even brief exposure to secondhand smoke can have immediate adverse effects on blood vessels, increasing the risk of having a heart attack.
TEMECULA – A backyard pool can be a wonderful hot weather oasis. Swimming immediately cools people off on hot and humid days and provides thorough exercise that works many different muscles in the body. Swimming and splashing in the pool is an
COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Lung Institute, a source for pulmonary information for better lung health, including disease prevention and management, commissioned a national study to establish a ranking of lung health across America, over a five-year period. The data analysis factored the following statistics from the last five years: the change in smoking rate in each state, as well as the change in pollution level, measured in PM2.5, which is the average daily density of fine particulate matter in micrograms per cubic meter.
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the last 30 months, a total of 6,665 deaths from virus-related complications have been recorded. The fatality count a week ago was 6,653.The number of known active virus cases in the county, based on available data, is 3,699, compared to 4,609 a week ago. The active count is derived by subtracting deaths and recoveries from the current total of 695,041, according to the county Executive Office. Verified patient recoveries countywide are nowThe684,677.county does not report COVID data on weekends.
Study: Californians have the 14th worst levels of lung health in America
States with the unhealthiest lung health in the nation based on data over the last five years included Missouri, Maine, Oregon, Oklahoma and Texas.
there are an estimated 3,960 fatal unintentional drownings, an average of 11 drowning deaths per day. In addition, around 8,080 nonfatal drownings occur. It’s important to note that many of these incidents are unrelated to pool usage, as boating and even bathtub accidents contribute to drowning as well. But a 2020 review of 2,213 unintentional immersion deaths and other waterrelated injury deaths in Canada by the Canadian Red Cross found that immersion deaths were most likely to occur when swimming and wading. Children ages one to four, males, and people with seizure disorders or other medical conditions like autism are among those at a higher risk for drowning.
Tobacco smoke is also a big contributor of air pollution particles; however, when it comes to kicking the habit of smoking, it’s never too late. Quitting could add as much as a decade onto their life, compared to if they
One month ago, 180 people were hospitalized throughout the county with a COVID infection, 15 of whom were ICU patients, according to Riverside University Health System data.
The Lung Institute said. “There are various methods that can help you on the path to quitting and every individual is different. If you are struggling to ditch the habit, seek advice and assistance from your physician, who can provide support, as well as resources to help you along the way.”
On the other hand, at the opposite end of the rankings, Texas emerged in last place, No. 50, with the least healthy lung health trend over five years. The Lone Star State had a 1% decrease in smoking rates, and a 2.3 decrease in air Statespollution.withthe
Valley News/Lightfield Studios photo contributing factor to litter on the planet, leeching more than 7,000 toxic chemicals into the environment when discarded.
Dubbed “rainbow fentanyl” in the media, this trend appears to be a new method used by drug cartels to sell highly addictive and potentially deadly fentanyl made to look like candy to children and
The pool resource Poolonomics says people should be instructed to avoid running near or around theInspectpool. water returns and drains. PoolSafety.gov warned that hair, limbs, jewelry or bathing suits can get stuck in a drain or suction opening in a pool or spa. Broken or missing drain covers should be replaced immediately and no swimming should occur until the issue is Installremedied.otherbarriers. Barriers, alarms and pool covers can save lives and prevent access to pool water when the pool area is not in Learnuse. how to swim and perform CPR. Families can take swimming lessons to become better swimmers. Learning how to perform CPR on adults and children can save lives. Courses are available at many hospitals and community centers or through the Red Cross.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last month announced revised guidance, dropping some measures previously recommended for states and localities, including asymptomatic testing and that a person selfquarantine if exposed to someone with an infection. The changes do not make a distinction between vaccinated and unvaccinated people.
This ranking determined that Virginia placed in position No. 1. Virginia was the state with the best lung health improvement over five years, experiencing a 5% decreased smoking rate, as well as a decreased volume of air pollution over this time, PM2.5 decreased by Californians5.emerged as having among the worst lung health in America. They experienced a 2% decrease in smoking rates over five years and a decline in PM2.5 at -1.2, placing in position No. 37 overall. On a local level, citizens of Yolo County have experienced the best changes in lung health over five years and Tulare the worst. For a Google spreadsheet document with a detailed breakdown of every county, visit https://tinyurl. com/2tkjhyaj.
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Swimming pools are welcome additions to yards. Safety is vital when around water.
Brightly colored fentanyl is being seized in multiple forms, including pills, powder and blocks that resemble sidewalk chalk. Despite claims that certain colors may be more potent than others, there is no indication through DEA’s laboratory testing that it is the case. Every color, shape and size of fentanyl should be considered extremely dangerous.
Learning how to swim and perform CPR has the potential to save lives when spending time in pools.
entertaining activity for people of allThoughages. pools are great spaces to cool off, one downside of pool usage is the potential for drowning. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that every year in the United States,
Mount St. James by an enthusiastic purple crew of current students, staff, faculty and alumni. Fall classes began Tuesday, Aug. 30.
President Vincent D. Rougeau said. “Our students have to be ready for spirited engagement. They will have their certainties challenged and perspectives broadened as they prepare for a world that needs their leadership, wisdom, empathy and generosity. And we are confident that they will thrive here.”
According to California Society Daughters of the American Revolution State Chair Sherrie Stein, the deadline for both essay contests is Monday, Nov. 7.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the dean’s list, while those who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the president’s list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired eight-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring and summer.
The second contest, “Delegate to Second Continental Congress,” is open to grades 5-7. The topic is the Second Continental Congress, which met from May 10, 1775, to March 1, 1781, and included delegates from all 13 colonies. This Congress was instrumental
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participation in areas like the arts, music and athletics.
The dean’s list honored Luccia Oettle and Alexis Whitfield of Murrieta, Stacy Stout of Menifee, Marc Haist of Sun City, Jennifer Valle of Temecula, Sherria Ferguson of Wildomar and Jacob Gibson of Winchester.
[Left] Student Eloise Del Barrio, center right, receives a new iPad as a Riverside County top reader with District Superintendent Jennifer Root, Riverside County Superintendent of Schools Edwin Gomez, Ed.D., and Evans Ranch Elementary School Principal Michael Reyes.
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Students are encouraged to use primary sources such as immediate, first-hand accounts like letters, diaries, speeches or newspaper reports for their research. Lesser well-known figures are acceptable, but subjects must have been actual participants, not fictionalized.
WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross welcomed Madison Bailey of Murrieta as a member of the college’s class of 2026.
Brian Perkins and Keala Burke of Wildomar were honored on the president’s list, along with Winchester residents Asdis Guimond, Andy Perez, Carter Baesen and Misha Fristed.
Diego walked into the classroom, looking nervous since he did not know what to expect, but when Gomez announced the award and handed him a new iPad, the students applauded. This summer, Diego read 287 books, which totaled almost 100,000 words. Diego was the first place reader in Riverside County.
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Riverside County’s top readers are in Menifee Union School District
First, Gomez visited Evans Ranch Elementary School to meet kindergartener Eloise. Root and Gomez greeted the young learners and invited Eloise to stand in front of the class with the county superintendent.GomezletEloise know that she was one of the top 5 readers in Riverside County this summer by reading 158 books – over 90,000 words. As a gift of recognition, Gomez gave Eloise a new iPad. The room was full of “wows,” and Eloise broke into a huge smile.
“Holy Cross is built for broad, deep and meaningful education and that says something very important about the kind of student who matriculates here. Our classes are small and there is nowhere to hide – in the best possible sense,”
Daughters of the American Revolution – Luiseño Chapter is based in Temecula Valley. The society members are all descendants of Patriots of the American Revolutionary War.
The “Patriots of the American History” essay contest is open to grades 9-12 students with the topic: Select a figure from the era of the American Revolution from 1773-1783. Contest entries should discuss how they influenced the course of the American Revolution, who they were and their contribution to the founding of a new nation. Figures may be any person, whether a wellknown figure or an everyday man, woman or child who supported the American Revolution in ways large or small.
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“We value the partnership with the Riverside County Office of Education,” Jennifer Root, Ed.D., Menifee district superintendent, said. “The opportunities and resources they provide truly make a difference in our student’s lives.”
Menifee Valley Middle School Principal Arronda Douglas surprises student Diego Barba, center; with a new iPad with Riverside County Superintendent of Schools Edwin Gomez, Ed.D, for being Riverside County’s top reader.
“Felicidades!” his friends shouted, which is Spanish for “Congratulations!”
At 904 students, representing the largest class in Holy Cross’ 179-year history, the class of 2026 hails from 575 high schools, 14 countries and four continents. Twenty-five percent of the class are students of color and international students; 24 languages are spoken and 50 members hold dual citizenship. Nine students live within 1 mile of campus, which is about the same number as those who live more than 5,000 miles from The Hill.
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in shaping what was to become the United States of America. Contest entries should imagine that they are a delegate during 1775-1776. Consider which colony they are from and what will be important for them to accomplish for the colony?Definitive requirements and paperwork for interested students and educators are available by contacting Luiseño Regent Anna Anderson at luiseno.californiadar.organna.anderson@ or aandersondar@gmail.com
Kayla Castonguay and Robin Reyes of Menifee were honored on the president’s list, along with Hannah Wenman of Sun City and
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The new Crusaders arrived on campus and moved into the residence halls Saturday, Aug. 27, where they were welcomed to
These newly minted Crusaders have distinguished themselves through community service, leadership roles and diverse
As a passionate and dedicated bilingual learner, Diego spent all summer reading in both Spanish and English.
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Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution with an 89-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 165,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Temecula residents Keesha Brown, Ashli Meroney, Zyon Dolias, Amanda Oliver, Darah Clark, Samara Arriaga, Maya Sparadeo and Rachel Bollin were honored on the president’s list.
TEMECULA – The local Daughters of the American Revolution – Luiseño Chapter –announced the 2022-2023 national essay contests which are open to public, private, parochial and home school students. Awards are given to winning essay authors, and the winning essays are forwarded to the state level. The national winner will receive a national winner certificate, pin and monetary award presented at Continental Congress in Washington in 2023.
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The president’s list honored Lake Elsinore residents Benjamin Krake, Mason Pelton, Iezel Serrano and Micaela Brittos and Murrieta residents Justin Hilton, Andrew Jacobs, Miley Foster, Fiona Barnhart, Emily James, John Betando and Serena Cruz.
The College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, Massachusetts, is among the nation’s leading liberal arts institutions. A highly selective, four-year, exclusively undergraduate college of 3,100 students, Holy Cross is renowned for offering a rigorous, personalized education in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition. Since its founding in 1843, Holy Cross has made a positive impact in society by graduating students who distinguish themselves as thoughtful leaders in business, professional and civic life.
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MANCHESTER, N.H. –Southern New Hampshire University congratulated the following students on being named to the summer 2022 dean’s list and president’s list.
Aidan Baldwin of Canyon Lake.
Principal Michael Reyes reminded the students that reading is a key ingredient to successful students at “The Ranch.” Eloise spent all summer reading, and her parents were surprised about the award and excited about her academic future.Afterward, Gomez and Root made their way over to Menifee Valley Middle School. They joined Principal Arronda Douglas and the next winner’s family and walked into a language arts class, waiting for Diego to enter.
MENIFEE – The Menifee Union School District had a visit from Edwin Gomez, Ed.D., superintendent of Riverside County schools, Thursday, Sept. 1. Over the summer, the county superintendent launched a literacy contest for students across Riverside County. Students could access the Footsteps-2-Brilliance application to maintain or accelerate their reading skills. Tony Thurmond, state superintendent of public instruction, announced a $27 million digital literacy partnership with this same application the day before.Riverside County educates over 430,000 students across approximately 515 schools, and two of the winners in this competition were from Menifee Union School District.
Recognized as the “Most Innovative” regional university by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Learn more at http:// www.snhu.edu.
Most of Caltrans’ highway work is moving toward the desert communities and San Bernardino as the summer is coming to an end. However, work continues in the Lake Elsinore area as State Route 74 to the Orange County border continues.TheRiverside County Transportation Commission did
RCWD staff solicited Welch and
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westbound 1-10 to the northbound I-215 connector with lane 2 closed.
first-ever partnership between the Department of Insurance and the emergency preparedness agencies in Newsom’s administration, including the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the governor’s Office of Emergency Services, the governor’s Office of Planning and Research and the California Public Utilities Commission.
helping California become safer from wildfires.”
The Safer from Wildfires regulation is part of a larger solution he is pursuing for consumers and wildfire survivors that includes working to increase insurance protections and market competition to help protect consumers. Lara’s actions since taking office in 2019 included protecting more than 4 million homeowners from non-renewal or cancellation of insurance following declared wildfire emergencies, in order to speed up community recovery; sponsoring new insurance protections signed into law by Newsom – despite opposition from insurance companies – that will mean larger payouts for some consumer claims, less red tape from insurance companies and more help for people under evacuation orders and ordering the FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, to offer a more comprehensive homeowners policy as an option, which a judge recently upheld, as well as expanding residential and commercial coverage limits for the first time in 25 years to keep pace with increased costs.
Original Prado Dam mural painters participate in the groundbreaking ceremony at Prado Dam.
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announce that in partnership with Caltrans, it is building the Interstate 15 and Highway Express Lanes Connector that will provide a new connection from the eastbound 91 Express Lanes that many Southwestern Riverside motorists use going into Los Angeles and Orange County. It will connect from Highway 91 express lanes to the future northbound I-15 express lanes and to the westbound 91 express lanes.
Caltrans continuing work on State Route 74 leading to the beach cities from Lake Elsinore
The westbound I-10 off ramp at Waterman Ave. will be closed. Future operations may include shoulder, lane and ramp closures approaching and within the construction zone from the I-10/215 separation to .4 miles west of Waterman Ave. with possible detours to be determined. The project is expected to be complete by the end of Summer 2022.
Regulations will drive down costs and create transparency for consumers.Onceapproved, the regulation will require all insurance companies to submit new rates that recognize the benefit of safety measures such as upgraded roofs and windows, defensible space and communitywide programs
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such as Firewise USA and the Fire Risk Reduction Community designation developed by the state’s Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, which currently includes the counties of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Butte as well as cities and local districts.
with Michael Welch for as-needed services to support the development of the plan revision, an $89,866 contract with Geoscience Support Services Inc., for professional geohydrologic services, and a $289,425 contract with Woodard & Curran to develop the plan.
Geoscience to contract with the district. Three firms were invited to submit proposals to develop the plan, although Woodward & Curran was the only firm to submit a bid.Geoscience will develop source load calculations and perform groundwater model runs in support of the revision. Welch will ensure that the elements of the project are sufficient to meet Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements.
Due to environmental concerns of the lead-based paint commonly used in 1976 when the mural was originally painted, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has committed to removing the existing mural.
For that reason, a coalition of nonprofits, local agencies, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers collaborated to restore the mural.
Caltrans in San Bernardino is working on fiber optics, guardrail systems and lighting at the I-15 and I-215 connector, which is a $1.6 million project to modify fiber optic communications and lighting, install new Midwest Guardrail Systems and terminal system end treatments on I-10 in that county, weather permitting. From Sept. 15 through Sept. 30, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. (Sundays-Fridays), there will be lane closures from the
2023 using funds raised by the Friends of the Prado Dam Mural, the Bicentennial Freedom Mural Conservancy and contributions from local businesses.
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Commissioner Lara submits first-in-nation wildfire safety regulation to drive down cost of insurance
Many streetlights, sewer lines and utility work on Menifee and Wildomar roadways continue this week, weather permitting. Watch out for flagmen, warning signs and the working crews from the city, Southern California Edison, Calrans, RCTC and Eastern Municipal Water District at those projects.
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A 7-0 RCWD board vote Sept. 8 approved $120,000 of additional funding for the project, increasing the total budgeted amount from $300,000 to $420,000. The board also approved a $34,125 contract
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“One of my major goals as I entered office was to work restore this important mural,” Supervisor Karen Spiegel of District 2, a supporter of the mural’s restoration, said. “I have witnessed the community, elected officials and my hometown friends and family come together in this effort. To see the restoration realized will bring much pride to our region.”
The original Prado Dam mural spans 76,800 square feet and was completed in June 1976, by 30 high school students from Corona High School to celebrate the nation’s bicentennial. The bicentennial mural paint removal is slated for early fall by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It will be restored to the original design by spring
by the regional water boards. The new RCWD action will be a revision rather than an update to the district’s 2014 plan and will take the steps required to develop a salt and nutrient management plan. The policy includes the intent that salts and nutrients from all sources be managed on a basinwide or watershed-wide basis in a manner which ensures attainment of water quality objectives and protection of beneficial uses through development of salt nutrient management plans. The
“Home Hardening retrofits, along with Defensible Space significantly increase a home’s chance of surviving a wildfire,” Chief Daniel Berlant of Cal Fire Deputy Director of Community Wildfire Preparedness & Mitigation, said. “Using the latest fire science and recent wildfire data, these retrofits and landscaping requirements provide a strong path to structure survivability. Cal Fire is currently funding over $300 million in local wildfire prevention projects to prepare communities against wildfire, but we know it will take every resident doing their part to ensure California is fully protected.”
The Office of Administrative Law has 30 working days to determine whether the proposed regulation satisfies the requirements of the state’s Administrative Procedure Act.
Rep. Ken Calvert of Congressional District 42 was also
The project is made possible through partnerships with several government agencies and community groups, including the Bicentennial Freedom Mural Conservancy, Friends of the Prado Dam Mural, Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Riverside County Regional Park & OpenSpace District and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The mural’s restoration will result in a new generation of supporters of the iconic Inland Empire landmark.
The State Water Resources Control Board has a Policy for Water Quality Control for Recycled Water. In December 2018, the SWRCB adopted an amendment to that policy which identifies the requirements for approval
policy also states that the plans shall be prepared by wastewater entities along with stakeholders responsible for salt and nutrient content in a locally-driven and controlled collaborative process open to all stakeholders. The Eastern Municipal Water District will also be a participant in the development of the revised plan.
listening closely to the needs of consumers and businesses and crafting common-sense, lasting solutions that strengthen our ability to protect Californians from the threat of climate changeintensified wildfires,” Lara said.
The regulation incorporates “Safer from Wildfires,” a new framework of wildfire safety measures created in January by a
CHINO – Forty-six years after the Prado Dam bicentennial mural was initially painted, the mural will be restored to its bright red, white and blue hues. Supporters celebrated the upcoming mural restoration at a groundbreaking event Thursday, Sept. 8, at the mural site.
Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara submitted his insurance pricing regulation to the California Office of Administrative Law that would recognize and reward wildfire safety and mitigation efforts made by homeowners and businesses. The regulation is the first in the nation requiring insurance companies to provide discounts to consumers under the Safer from Wildfires framework created by the California Department of Insurance in partnership with state emergency preparedness agencies.
Local leaders, including Riverside County Supervisor Karen Spiegel, U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert, county CEO Jeff Van Wagenen, Flood Control Chief Engineer Jason Uhley and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Colonel Julie A. Balten, participate in the groundbreaking ceremony at Prado Dam.
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Following town hall meetings in more than 38 counties and an extensive investigatory hearing in Lara2020, said he took what he learned from Californians to shape these rules that will promote a fair, transparent and safer insurance market. In October 2021, Lara shared an initial version of the text of regulation. Following further public input, he formally proposed his regulations in February 2022.
Lara directed the Department of Insurance to write regulations to protect consumers and improve market competition after hearing first-hand from consumers about their frustration with insurance companies that did not consider mitigation in their rating plans.
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The Rancho California Water District approved funding and professional services agreements for revisions to the Temecula Valley Basin Salt and Nutrient Management Plan.
Ricardo Lara is California’s 8th Insurance Commissioner since voters created the elected position in 1988. Valley News/California Department of Insurance photo
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Transparency is another important benefit of this regulation, by requiring insurance companies to provide consumers with their property’s “risk score” and creating a right to appeal that score.
The regulation is part of a comprehensive solution that Commissioner Lara initiated after taking office to protect consumers from climate change-intensified wildfires. The department is submitting this regulation as it recognizes National Preparedness Month in RegulationsSeptember.follow extensive public input and Safer from Wildfires partnership with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration
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an instrumental leader in securing a path to the mural’s restoration.
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Rancho led the development of the 2014 plan and utilized Welch, Geoscience and Woodard & Curran (at the time RMC Consulting).
“I was proud to secure $2.5 million to support this effort because as someone who was born and raised in this community, I understand the significance of the bicentennial mural to the residents in Corona and the Inland Empire,” Calvert said. “It is now my honor to celebrate this groundbreaking milestone, and I look forward to
the completed restoration in the spring.”
Once approved, the regulation text will be filed with the California Secretary of State and become state“Mylaw.Department is laserfocused on doing everything we can to protect consumers and hold insurance companies accountable,” Lara said. “My groundbreaking regulation will help more Californians find insurance they can afford. It aligns insurance discounts with fire safety actions being expedited by our state emergency leaders and local governments. And, most importantly, it will save lives by
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“A patient comes to the hospital often for a problem unrelated to COVID-19,” the lawsuit says.
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The decision now rests in the hands of Judge Aileen M. Cannon, a Trump appointee. Cannon granted Trump’s request for a special master on Sept. 5 after his lawyers argued that the Mar-a-Lago raid was politically motivated and that the DOJ would “leak” documents covered by attorney-client privilege.
The Biden administration has been taking a victory lap on economic conditions, with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen claiming that the U.S. had undergone an exceptionally rapid recovery “by any traditional
“If you bring them into the hospital and treat them as a noncomplex COVID patient, the average charge rate is $111,000,” he said. “However, if you treat them as a complex COVID patient, which means you have to either intubate them, or put them in intensive care, by definition they become complex, and for that the average charge rate is roughly $450,000.”Ontop of these charges, the hospitals get a bonus from the government by way of the International Classification of Diseases code that allows them to charge an extra 20 percent on the entire hospital stay, adding $90,000 to the “So,$450,000.youcansee why there’s a great incentive not to just give them something that works and send
From there, they are separated from loved ones and placed in a room where they are told remdesivir is the only option, the lawsuit says.
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The four causes of action listed in the lawsuit are fraudulent concealment leading to wrongful death, violation of the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act, medical negligence leading to wrongful death, and medical battery leading to wrongful death, all of which are related to the allegation that the hospitals failed to adequately treat theDuringpatients.the conference, Watkins said they filed the lawsuit “in hopes that it will spark the filing of many others because there are healthcare professionals and facilities across [nation] this doing theaautonomy“Fundamentally,this.”personalinmedicaldecisionsisrightthatweallhave,andthat’srealissuehere,”Watkinssaid.
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‘Uninformed Consent’: 3 California hospitals face lawsuits for use of ‘Remdesivir Protocol’ attorneys allege led to wrongful death
Inflation slightly eases with a catch
The Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a court filing Monday that it would would accept the appointment of retired Federal District Court Judge Raymond J. Dearie to review the documents taken from the former president’s Florida home during the August raid, The New York Times
candidates on Friday. In a joint filing, the DOJ put forward two retired federal judges, Barbara S. Jones and Thomas B. Griffith, while Trump’s team countered with Dearie and Paul Huck Jr., a former Florida deputy attorney general, CNN
“What I’m going to speak about is the average charge rate for three categories of COVID victims,” Hamilton said.
Gasoline in particular remains high at 25.6%, down from 44.9% in July, with fuel oil remaining up 68.6% even after falling 5.9% in August.Foodprices posted the largest 12 month increase in 43 years, with a 11.4% year-on-year increase in national food prices, up from July’s 10.9%, according to the BLS. Prices for shelter also remain elevated, increasing 6.2% year-onyear, compared to 5.7% in July.
In many cases, the lawsuit says a psychiatrist will determine the patient agitated, which results in the sedation of the patient, making it difficult for them to fight the side effects of remdesivir “especially as it relates to their ability to breathe against the side effects and against the BiPap machine.”
because it killed so many people.”
“Their phone and the signaling instrument for the nurse are typically placed beyond their reach,” the lawsuit alleges.
week, according to The Wall Street Journal.“The Federal Reserve will require at least three months of reassuring inflation data— along with evidence of a cooling labor market—before considering softening its tone,” said Mark Haefele, chief investment officer at UBS Global Wealth Management, according to the WSJ. This estimate is in line with the Federal Reserve’s estimate that the fight against inflation will likely take until the end of the year, according to a Thereport.energy index continued to fall 5% from July, but energy costs have still increased 23.8% yearon-year, according to the BLS.
“It takes a ‘protocol patient’ about nine days to die on average,” the lawsuit states.
Foundation spearheaded by Dr. Lee Vliet, discussed what he said was the financial reward system for the protocols in the conference.
Inflation fell to 8.3% in August, down from 8.5% in July, but core prices jumped higher, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index (CPI).Core prices, which measures all prices less food and energy, remained elevated at 6.3%, slightly higher than July’s 5.9%, according to the BLS. With core prices remaining strongly elevated, it is unlikely that the Federal Reserve will slow its rate of interest increases designed to combat inflation, and will once again hike rates by 0.75% next
Three hospitals in California face lawsuits alleging they treated patients with the controversial antiviral drug remdesivir without receiving informed consent, using a protocol which two attorneys allege led to wrongful death.
Daniel Watkins with Watkins & Letofsky and Michael Hamilton with Hamilton & Associates filed three complaints, one against Saint Agnes Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center, and Clovis Community Medical Center, in the Superior Court of California in Fresno County on Sept. 7.
metric,” in remarks at a Ford electric vehicle facility Sept. 8. She went on to say that “Household balance sheets are strong.”
The patients are also kept malnourished, and eventually intubated, the lawsuit states, where the patient then dies.
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them home, but to actually bring them in, find a way to intubate them, call it a complex case, and get $500,000 instead of $3,200. That’s a tremendous financial incentive,” Hamilton said.
“Left unchecked, the DOJ will impugn, leak, and publicize selective aspects of their investigation with no recourse for [Trump] but to somehow trust the self-restraint of currently unchecked investigators,” Trump’s attorneys wrote. The DOJ tried to block the appointment of a special master, arguing it threatened national security. On Thursday, the DOJ appealed the ruling and asked Cannon to stay her order halting the agency’s review of seized documents, CNBC reported.
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“They are placed on a BiPap machine at a high rate, making it difficult for them to breathe,” the lawsuit says. “Their hands are often tied down so they can’t take the BiPap machine off their face.”
“Last month President Biden made a huge production over a 0.0% month-to-month change in
A retired federal judge who once approved surveillance on the Trump 2016 presidential campaign cleared a key hurdle Monday to act as the special master tasked with reviewing documents related to the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago.
the CPI from June to July,” said Peter C. Earle, economist at the American Institute for Economic Research in a statement to the Daily Caller News Foundation. “There isn’t anything to celebrate in today’s July-to-August CPI numbers, so the likely spin will be to return to touting the so-called Inflation Reduction Act.”
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has said it’s the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat COVID-19.“Remdesivir received Emergency Use Authorization in or around May of 2020, after being recommended by an NIH panel that contained nine individuals with financial ties to its creator, Gilead Sciences,” the lawsuit alleges. “It is very nearly the equivalent of a death sentence for a COVID patient, or a patient with real Pneumonia (as opposed to ‘COVIDWithoutpneumonia’).receiving informed consent before giving remdesivir, the hospitals violated the Nuremberg Code, the lawsuit states, which criminalizes human experimentation performed without informed consent.
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The lawsuit alleges that the patients were subjected to what it called “The Remdesivir Protocol,” which varies in each hospital.
The lawsuit goes on to address federal financial incentives the hospital gets for each step in the protocol.Hamilton, who is also a legal strategist with the medical, constitutional, and spiritual rights organization Truth for Health
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“They are told they have COVID-19 or ‘COVID pneumonia.’”
If a patient is treated and sent home, the average charge rate in California is $3,200, he said.
In some cases, according to witness testimony, Watkins said in the conference that remdesivir was given even after the patients declined.
Monday’s development marks a reversal for the DOJ, which suggested its own special master
The lawsuit references a study found in the New England Journal of Medicine in which a safety board found it to be the least effective and deadliest drug in the trial before it was suspended after 53 percent of the Ebola patients who took the drug died.
The Federal Reserve, which operates independently of the Biden administration, has been less optimistic, and described the economy as “generally weak” in a report just one day prior to Yellen’s speech. Roughly half of the regional banks that comprise the Federal Reserve system reported that their regional economies were either stagnant or declining, with the remainder reporting either slight or modest growth.
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Deariereported.served seven years on a FISA court and was one of the judges that approved the DOJ’s request to surveil Trump campaign foreign policy adviser Carter Page, according to CNN. One of the FISA warrants approved by Dearie was later declared invalid because of the sloppiness of federal investigators, CNN noted.
Clovis Medical Center Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center, and Saint Agnes Medical Center told The Epoch Times that they couldn’t comment on pending litigation.Watkins and Hamilton discussed the lawsuit the day of the filing at an event called, “Remdesivir Death: Landmark Lawsuit,” where they were joined by medical advocates such as Dr. Peter McCullough, Dr. Bryan Ardis, Dr. Angie Farella, and Dr. Janci Linsay, all of whom have spoken out against the use of remdesivir.Watkins said they filed the lawsuits on the behalf of 14 Fresnoarea families who allege that the hospitals engaged in medical deception and failed to provide informed consent in relating the potential side effects, such as kidney“Fullfailure.informed consent means that patients must be provided with full information about the deadly harm that this dangerous experimental drug causes on its own,” the lawsuit states. “They must be told that the only time it was ever tested, it was pulled
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Deputies obtained a description of the vehicle that the shooters fled in, as well as other details, and less than two hours later, Lugo and Trevino were spotted driving through the intersection of Creekwood Court and Mildred Street, where they were stopped and taken into custody without incident, according to Ramirez.
Man to stand trial for allegedly joining two others in Nuevo murder
Convicted sex offender charged with killing cellmate in Riverside jail
The cause of the fire was under investigation.
The District Attorney’s Office is expected to decide whether to pursue capital punishment before trial proceedings are scheduled in the next few months.
Central Homicide Unit detectives assumed the investigation and quickly identified Sanchez as the alleged perpetrator, the sergeant said.A possible motive, and the specific means by which the
The agency said that multiple
Blaze burns hillside on west end of Lakeland Village
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Sanchez made his initial court appearance Sept. 9 before Superior Court Judge Elaine Kiefer, who appointed him a public defender and scheduled his arraignment for Sept. 19 at the Southwest Justice Center in SanchezMurrieta.wasreturned to the Robert Presley jail, where he’s being held on $1 million bail.
deputies converged on the location within a few minutes and found Abushawish gravely wounded, with no sign of the perpetrators, the sergeant said.
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A brush fire that erupted Thursday, Sept. 8, on the eastern perimeter of the Cleveland National Forest in Lakeland Village scorched roughly an acre before crews stopped it.
According to sheriff’s Sgt. Richard Carroll, about 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, correctional deputies were alerted to an “unresponsive inmate” in one of
No homes or other structures were threatened.
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Rodney Ronald Sanchez, 61, was arrested Cois M. Byrd Detention Center Tuesday, Sept. 6 following a Riverside County Sheriff’s Department investigation into the death of his cellmate, 41-year-old Kaushal Niroula.
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Aquino was tracked down and taken into custody uneventfully nearly a week later in San Jacinto.
county engine crews, as well as a strike team from the U.S. Forest Service, were sent to the location and encountered flames moving at a slow rate upslope along a ridge.
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Niroula was convicted with three other men in 2012 of the financially motivated slaying four years earlier of a wealthy Palm Springs retiree. However, he was granted a retrial due to alleged judicial misconduct in his first trial.Niroula was slated to appear for a pretrial conference Friday, Sept. 9. However, the judge in his case dismissed all counts and voided the trial calendar after confirming he was deceased.
deadly assault occurred, were not disclosed.Sanchez had been originally jailed more than five years ago, and since that time, he has been awaiting trial on multiple charges of repeatedly sexually assaulting a Riverside area girl under 14 years old in 2009 and 2010, according to court records.
Court records show that Trevino had prior felony convictions for vandalism and grand theft, while Lugo had prior misdemeanor convictions for forgery, identity theft and Aquinoburglary.hasnodocumented prior convictions in Riverside County.
A convicted sex offender accused of killing a previously convicted murderer in a downtown Riverside jail cell was charged Friday, Sept. 9 with murder.
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theDeputiescells. and medical staff found Niroula unconscious and attempted lifesaving measures, which county fire paramedics took over a short time later, Carroll said. However, the inmate was pronounced dead at the scene.
He has prior convictions for forcible sodomy of a child, robbery, kidnapping, failing to register as a sex offender, vandalism and resisting arrest.
at the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center.
Aquino’s co-defendants, Isaiah Ralph Lugo, 25, and Charles Richard Trevino, 26, pleaded guilty last year to felony charges under separate plea deals with prosecutors. Lugo admitted a charge of carrying a firearm while perpetrating a gang crime, and Trevino admitted a robbery charge.
Both men were sentenced to state prison in November, Lugo to seven years and Trevino to 12 years.According to sheriff’s Sgt. Ben Ramirez, the trio allegedly attacked Abushawish outside a business in the 29600 block of Nuevo Road, near Reservoir Avenue, about 9:40 a.m. on Aug. 19,Ramirez2020. said that the victim was shot multiple Witnessestimes.called 911, and
He said the victim was taken to Riverside University Medical Center in Moreno Valley, where he died a short time later.
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A man accused of joining two cohorts in gunning down a 61-yearold man outside a Nuevo business must stand trial for first-degree murder and other offenses that could result in a death sentence if he’sAlexanderconvicted.
The non-injury blaze was reported at 4:10 p.m. in the area of Hayes Avenue and Churchill Street, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Isaiah Aquino, 20, allegedly killed Abdallah Abushawish of San Jacinto in 2020.Following a preliminary hearing at the Southwest Justice Center, Riverside County Superior Court Judge John Davis found there was sufficient evidence to warrant a trial on the murder count, as well as a special-circumstance allegation of killing during a robbery, and sentence-enhancing gun, gang and great bodily injury allegations.Thejudge scheduled a postpreliminary hearing arraignment for Sept. 26 at the Murrieta courthouse and left Aquino’s bail set at $1 million. He’s being held
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Shortly before 5 p.m., the fire’s forward rate of spread was stopped, and minutes later, the brusher was fully contained, according to officials at the scene.
Fire inferno explodes over a ridge at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8. See more photos on page D-4.
Idyillwild’s frisky canine comayor duo made a special visit to Anza’s Dollar General and Dairy Queen for snacks and supplies Saturday, Sept. 3.
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California Highway Patrol was also in the area providing road closures and CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department and numerous other fire agencies, both state, local and federal, battling the blaze. Riverside County Animal Services assisted with the evacuation of animals from the evacuatedDeputiescommunities.patrolledthe region to prevent crime and assist residents.
“We went shopping at the very exclusive Dollar General store. Mitzi was Queen for the Day at the Dairy Queen and did a great job of keeping on her tiara for a full 20 seconds.”
Fairview Fire flames lick mountains in the Anza area
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Lions club members made sure all guests and their mounts were well-hydrated.
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department personnel played an integral part in the mandatory evacuations in Anza, Aguanga and Lake Riverside Estates during the Fairview Fire. The blaze, first reported Monday, Sept. 5, devoured almost 30,000 acres and prompted extensive mandatory evacuations for many small rural communities and Temecula wine country.“There are currently 79 deputies deployed to the Anza/Aguanga area,” Sergeant Brandi Swan, Public Information Officer with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Media Information Bureau, said Friday, Sept. 9.
Brenda anxiously awaits her ribbon award at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana Saturday, Sept. 3.
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“Thankfully, there have been no reports of looting or trespassing related to the fire evacuation area,” Swan said. “The deputies are doing an excellent job providing high visibility security patrols safeguarding the properties that areThevacant.”Sheriffs advise residents to heed all evacuation warnings and orders to better assist first responders in protecting lives and property. For those near the fire and in the evacuation warning area, they request you gather your medical needs, pets or livestock and be prepared to leave. If you are ordered to leave based upon an evacuation order, they request that you cooperate and leave your property immediately due to an imminent threat to life.
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Mayor Max, a nine-year-old fluffy, good natured and friendly Golden Retriever, had captured the hearts
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The furry politicians earned their positions after the untimely death of Mayor Max Saturday, July 30. The much-loved canine mayor of Idyllwild died after suffering a medical emergency that required the assistance of a veterinarian.
“Co-Mayors Mitzi and Mikey are living the dream,”the dignitaries’ Chief of Staff Phyllis Mueller said.
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Idyillwild’s canine co-mayor duo visit Anza’s Dollar General and Dairy Queen for snacks and supplies Saturday, Sept. 3.
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The Lions Club of Anza Valley held its monthly gymkhana Saturday, Sept. 3. Despite tripledigit temperatures, the event was a success, attracting a good showing of riders, both young and old. The games began later in the afternoon as it started to cool, and both horses and riders fared well. The equestrians competed in a variety of entertaining horse and rider games, including Leadline, Keyhole, Pole Bending and Barrel Racing.During the gymkhana hotdogs, burgers and snacks, plus water and sodas were available for purchase. The games were announced by Lion Pebbles Bartlett-Lewis, with Lion Jaye Isbell assisting.
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The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-551-2826.
Community Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all. For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.
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Second Monday of the month attend committee meetings at ERA Excel Realty in Anza. For more information, call Albert Rodriguez at 951-492-1624 or Robyn Garrison at 805-3120369.
Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-4759.
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High Country 4-H Club – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.
Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-4226.
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Native Lighthouse Fellowship 10 a.m. The group meets the first Saturday of the month, and breakfast is served. All are welcome to fellowship together at the “Tribal Hall” below the casino in Anza. For more information, call Nella Heredia at 951-7630856.
AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m. Meetings take place Thursdays at 39551 Kirby Road in Anza, south of Highway 371.
Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club has been reinstated and is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. The group is working on securing a new venue for meetings. Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club of Anza Valley Facebook page at Greginformation,LionsofAnzaValleyhttps://www.facebook.com/.FormoreemailpresidentSandlingat AnzaLions@gmail.comPresident. or Chris Skinner at gmail.comSecretary.AnzaLions@
Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – 9 a.m. Breakfast takes place the fourth Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff
Anza Quilter’s Club – 9:30 a.m. to noon. Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza.
Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner 1 p.m. Dinners are held the last Sunday of the month at the Anza Community Hall. All are welcome. Donations of time, money, etc. are always welcome. Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m. The food bank hands out food the last Friday of the month until the food is gone. The clothes closet will be open too. Emergency food handed out as needed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. FFF is a non-denominational nonprofit. All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 951-7635636.
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– Anza Electric Cooperative and F.I.N.D. Food Bank offers a free mobile food pantry the second Saturday of every month at the AEC office, 58470 Highway 371, from 10:3011:30 a.m. All are welcome. CalFresh application assistance and free community health services are also available. Bring your own reusable bags to take food home. Volunteers welcome. For more information, contact the AEC office at 951-763-4333.
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Redshank Riders – 7 p.m. Backcountry horsemen meet at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza, the second Thursday of each month. Visit informationCarolredshankriders.comhttp://www.orcallSchmuhlformembershipat951-663-6763.
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Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 6 p.m. Every Tuesday at Shepherd Of The Valley Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza. Open participation.
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Anza Valley VFW Post 1873 Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post, the Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 59011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 390433. Request monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@gmail. com. For more information, call 951-763-4439 or visit http:// vfw1873.org
Anza RV Clubhouse – 7 p.m., the second Wednesday of the Month, Pastor Kevin officiates at 41560 Terwilliger Road in Anza.
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Veterans’ Gathering Mondays – 9-11 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 39075 Contreras Road, in Anza. Men and women veterans come to share and help each other deal with post-traumatic stress disorder and other diffi culties. Call John Sheehan at 951-9236153. If you need an advocate to help with VA benefits, call Ronnie Imel at 951-659-9884.
Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza. For more information, call 951763-4622.
Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the first Thursday of the month at Valley Gospel Chapel, 43275 Chapman Road in Anza. The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon. Contact Carol Wright at 951-7632884 for more information.
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Living Hope Bible Study –8-10 a.m. Tuesdays at Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 58050 Highway 371, in Anza. All are welcome. For more information, call Pastor Kevin at 951-763-1111.
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Food F.U.N.ministriesGroupweekly food ministry – Deliveries arrive noon Thursdays at the Anza Community Hall. To order a paid box and help feed those who can’t afford to pay, drop off payment and cash donations by Thursday at 1:30 p.m., to ERA Excel Realty, 56070 Highway 371, in Anza. Pay inside or drop off during the day in the red box outside. To drop it off, put name and request on an envelope with payment inside. A $30 box has about $100 worth of food and feeds six people. Half boxes are available for $15. Food is delivered once a week to those who cannot find a ride. For more information, call Bill Donahue at 951-288-0903.
Fit after 50 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Friday mornings at Anza Community Hall. Free. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes. Call or text instructor Teresa Hoehn, at 951751-1462 for more information.
Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 29 on state Route 371 in Anza. Call 951-763-5611 for information.
Anza Civic Improvement League – 9 a.m. meets the first Saturday of each month at the Little Red Schoolhouse. The league maintains Minor Park and Little Red School House, which are both available to rent for events. No government funds are allowed; the membership pays the bills – $10 a person, $18 family or $35 business membership. For more information, visit http:// www.anzacivic.org
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The Most Excellent Way Christ-centered recovery program for all kinds of addiction meets Fridays from 7-8:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 8-10 a.m. Program is court approved; child care is provided. Transportation help is available. The group meets at 58050 Highway 371; the cross street is Kirby Road in Anza.
Backcountry Horsemen Redshank Riders – Meeting monthly on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Locations change, so please contact Mike by email at stumblinl55@gmail. com or by calling(951) 7609255.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza Sunday Sacrament is held 10 a.m.; Sunday School is 11 a.m. Priesthood/Relief Society meets noon; Wednesday Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 951-445-7180 or Nathan at 760-399-0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 39075 Contreras Road in Anza.
Anza Valley Artists Meetings 1 p.m. Meetings are the third Saturday of each month at various locations. Share art, ideas and participate in shows. Guest speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 951-928-1248. Find helpful art tips at AnzaValleyArtists/http://www.facebook.com/
Cub Scouts meet 6 p.m. every Tuesday, and Boy Scouts meet 7 p.m. every Wednesday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints on Contreras Road, south of state Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call Richard Hotchkiss at 951551-3154.
Hamilton Museum – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays at 39991 Contreras Road in Anza. For more information, call 951763-1350 or visit Foundation.”“Hamilton-Museum-and-Ranch-Findwww.hamiltonmuseum.orghttp://themonFacebookat
HCR Bingo fundraisers –6:30-9:30 p.m. second and fourth Fridays at Anza Community Hall.
Civil Air Patrol – Squadron 59 is looking for new members of all ages. For more information, call squadron commander Maj. Dennis Sheehan from the Anza area at 951-403-4940. To learn more and see the club’s meeting schedule, visit http://www. squadron59.org
From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon. Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission. Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 951-595-2400.
Anza First Southern Baptist Church – 9 a.m. The church offers Sunday school for all ages with a 10:30 a.m. worship service and 6 p.m. for prayer and Bible study. Youth ministry meets Mondays from 6-8 p.m. The women’s Bible study meets Thursdays at 10 a.m., but it is on hiatus through the summer. Celebrate Recovery meets Fridays; doors open at 5:30 p.m. with large group meeting, 6-7 p.m.; small group share, 7-8 p.m. and Cross Talk Cafe, 8-8:30 p.m. Church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza. For more information, contact at 951763-4937, gmail.comanzabptistchurch@ or anzabaptistchurch.comhttp://www.
Anza Community Hall –7 p.m. General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Memberships cost $20 per person or $35 per business, and both get one vote. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets.
Lions fold the flag at the end of the day at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana.
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Lions president Greg Sandling moves barrels in the arena at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana.
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Lion Chris Skinner proudly shows off her winnings at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana Saturday, Sept. 3.
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dogs mingle with visitors to the mountain town on an almost daily basis, spreading their message of peace, love and kindness.
“A very nice man ahead of us in the drive-through line paid for our Dairy Queen. When we pulled up, the DQ staff let us know that our ice cream was already paid for. It was probably a good thing too as we were down to only $1.96 left on our last Dairy Queen gift card,” Mueller said.
As co-mayors of Idyllwild, Mitzi and Mikey are filling in on an interim basis while the Muellers begin the quest for Mayor Max the Third. Though still grieving, they know they have a mission to accomplish. The personable
A rider waves to the judges as her mount works the barrels at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana Saturday, Sept. 3. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photos
To contact Mayor Max’s staff, write to the Office of the Mayor of Idyllwild, P.O. Box 1848, Idyllwild, CA 92549. Call the mayor’s headquarters office at 951-659-0283 or Phyllis Mueller at 949-525-0100 or email max@ mayormax.com
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Competitors receive their ribbons at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana.
GYMKHANA from page D-1 The Lions’ field is located at 39551 Kirby Road in Anza.
Horse and rider enjoy a bonding moment at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana Saturday.
For more information regarding the Lions Club of Anza Valley, please email Greg Sandling at President.AnzaLions@gmail.com or visit them at com/LionsofAnzaValley.www.facebook.
Lion Paula McQueary hands out ribbons to the recipients at the Lions Club of Anza Valley gymkhana.
Anza Valley Outlook can run your legal announcements. For more information, call (760) 723-7319 or email legals@reedermedia.com D-3September 16, 2022 • www.anzavalleyoutlook.com • Anza Valley Outlook ANZA LOCAL ALL VOLUNTEER • NON-PROFIT • NON-COMMERCIAL • COMMUNITY RADIO STATION KOYT 97.1 FM also known as Koyote Radio in Anza, California. Anza Community Broadcasting KOYT is now a part of Ralph’s Community Rewards Program, this DOES benefit KOYT Radio and it is NO COST to you! Please go to www.Ralphs.com Search for Anza Community Broadcasting and click on “Enroll” Amazon Smile is another Community participant Please go to www.AmazonSmile.com Each time you shop on Amazon When you enroll in both or either of these supportive venues, Anza Community Broadcasting will benefit from available donations through Amazon and/or Ralph’s, at absolutely no cost to the consumer. We always appreciate any and all donations from you directly or through our participating Community Rewards Program! (951) 763-KOYT (5698) | LISTEN ANYTIME ONLINE AT WWW.KOYT971.ORG We Love You Anza – you rock! The next gymkhana will be held Saturday, Oct. 1. Sign-ups will start at 8:30 a.m. and events will begin at 10 a.m. Helmets are required for all riders under the age of 18. No alcohol will be permitted at this event or on the grounds. Everyone is welcome.
DC 10 Tanker Air Carrier 914 drops its load of retardant on the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road,
Flames quickly move up a hill at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8.
A firefighter sprays water on hot spots as vegetation flares all around him at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.
Firefighters observe the blaze at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8.
Fairview Fire flames lick mountains in the Anza area
Ravens feed on small animals killed in the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.This Riverside County Wildlife Conservation Area is devoid of life at the Fairview Fire.
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Firefighters squeeze through a barbed wire fence at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photos
A firefighter sprays spot fires and flare-ups at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Sept. 8.
Heavy hauler trucks stand by out of danger as the bulldozers they carry smash through the brush, creating fire breaks at the Fairview Fire.
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The fire halted mere yards from this home at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.
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Flames devour everything in their path at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.
Twenty-foot flames can be seen cresting a ridge at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.
leave your property and we are working on getting those who are evacuated back to their homes as soon as possible. I appreciate everyone’s cooperation, patience andTheunderstanding.”HemetSheriff’s Station is committed to the safety of the residents they serve. Operations like this continue to make the mountain communities a safer place.The goal of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is to keep all citizens safe while also improving the quality of life for those residing within the community. Criminal activity negatively impacts this goal.
[Right] This home is saved by firefighters at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8.
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were quite tasty or we were just extremely hungry; the sack lunch provided only goes so far. After many years in this profession, the past few nights have moved me to tears at the support everyone has shown.”Many residents went to social media to show their appreciation.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has a zero-tolerance policy for crime.
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Firefighters observe and report at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Thursday, Sept. 8.
A bulldozer creates a fire break off Reed Valley Road during the Fairview Fire, Sept. 10.
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“Our priority is the safety of our residents,” Sheriff Chad Bianco said. “It is not an easy decision when it comes time to order evacuations. I want our residents to know your deputies are committed to keeping your property safe and secured while our firemen battle the blaze. We know it is a heavy decision and big commitment to
“I saw about 20 Sheriffs parked along Highway 371. It was a warm fuzzy feeling knowing they are protecting and serving our community,” Adam Hackett said. “I am so proud of our Sheriff’s Department.”Residentscame back after the evacuation orders were lifted Saturday, Sept. 10, for most of the mountain communities. Their properties were safe thanks to the diligence of the Sheriff’s Department and firefighters.
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If residents suspect criminal activity in your area, please contact the Hemet Sheriff’s Station at 951791-3400.Criminal activity can also be reported through the WeTip Crime Reporting Hotline, 909-987-5005 or https://wetip.com.
Firefighters keep an eagle eye on the flames’ progression at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road.
A firefighter coordinates with the men in the field at the Fairview Fire at Red Mountain Road, Saturday, Sept. 10.
gentleman who stopped by at 3:30 a.m., asked if we were hungry and returned with breakfast burritos, you have my sincere thanks. A woman saw my partner and I sitting on 371 and asked what she
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Sheriff’s Deputies stage just inside the Lake Riverside Estates gates during the Fairview Fire evacuations Friday, Sept. 9. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo
could do to make our night better. We told her we were fine, but later she returned from the casino gas station with chicken strips to feed our whole crew. I have to say for gas station chicken strips they
SHERIFF from page D-1 said. “I was deeply moved that during your time of crisis you went out of your way to make sure that we were taken care of. To the
Tired firefighters pause for mere minutes at the Fairview Fire.
Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photos
AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202209392 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MASIA DE LA VINYA WINERY 40230 Ce Portola Rd, Temecula, CA 92592 Mailing address: PO Box 892899, Temecula, CA County:92589Riverside Kentina LLC, 35879 Belle Chaine Loop, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) Registrant: Kenneth Smith, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 07/25/2022 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE
Date: 10/26/22 Time: 8:00 Dept: C2 The address of the court: 505 S. Buena Vista Avenue, Rm 201, Corona, CA 92882
Saving lives, reducing crime
THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE.
PUBLISHED: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2022
Youblack.would be hard pressed to find any American joyfully thriving on the chaos created by Biden’s utterly contemptible and chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan one year ago; the blatant chaos created by Biden’s un-enforced southern border; the chaos of the fentanyl epidemic created by Biden’s feckless border and national security policies; the chaos of the Democrats’ softon-crime policies; the economic chaos Americans experience whenever buying groceries or filling up the gas tank.
Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: TIFFANI BIANCA WOODS Proposed Name: TIFFANI BIANCA REMS
President Joe Biden’s demagoguery has no limits, nor even a grain of logic. His clueless and knee-jerk reflex just reverts to labeling political opponents and dissenters as embracing “semifascism,” and so-called “MAGA Republicans” as “thriving on chaos.”Talk about the pot calling the kettle
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with no individuals or groups outside the State, and the instituting of corporatism through a Corporate State of Fascism.
PUBLISHED: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2022 Republished: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2022 How business is conducted did not match original statement.
The costs associated with drug abuse are incalculable. Crime, homelessness, broken families, suicides, are all part of the massive societal cost of substance use disorder in our state. We can help drug-addicted criminal offenders re-enter society as productive citizens by removing them from the cycle of addiction and willtaxpayerreduceprogramsMedication-assisteddependency.treatmentsavelives.Theyalsocrime,recidivismandsavedollars.That$10milliongoalongway.
In the spirit of Matthew 7:5, Biden ought to ask Jill Biden, Ed.D., to remove the logs from his eyes just so he can see more clearly while removing tiny specks from the eyes of his fellow Americans.President Joe Biden routinely apes Mussolini’s doctrine of fascism. Mussolini, himself a proponent of really big government, described his fascist worldview as anti-individualistic, opposed to classical liberalism,
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free speech, religious liberty and due-process rights. Even worse, Americans can look forward to an additional 87,000 IRS agents to cause further torment.
In 2011, federal courts ruled that California prisons were overcrowded – populations had to be reduced. As a result, Assembly Bill 109 was signed into law by former Gov. Jerry Brown. The state’s prison system was “realigned,” meaning the responsibility to incarcerate, monitor and track lower-level offenders would now rest with the counties, not the state.
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, providing criminal offenders with substance use treatment cuts drug abuse and can reduce opioid overdose deaths by more than half.
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Eighty percent of incarcerated felons have substance use disorders, and in the San Diego region alone, 1 in 3 arrestees in 2018 tested positive for more than one drug. But county jails weren’t funded or equipped to hold felons serving long sentences, and they lacked programs necessary to treat/counsel incarcerated individuals in jails and those under supervised release from prison.Last year, I introduced AB 653 establishing a grant for counties to provide drug counseling and medication-assisted treatment for
D-6 Anza Valley Outlook • www.anzavalleyoutlook.com • September 16, 2022 OPINION Editor’s Note: Opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of the Valley News & Anza Valley Outlook staff. We invite opinions on all sides of an issue. If you have an opinion, please send it as an e-mail to valleyeditor@reedermedia.com, or fax us at (760) 723-9606. Maximum word count 500. All letters must include the author’s name, address and phone number. The Valley News & Anza Valley Outlook reserves the right to edit letters as necessary to fit the publication’s format. n Application Order for Publication of Summons/Citation ..........$400 for 4 Weeks n Notice of Petition to Administer Estate ....................................$300 for 3 Weeks n Order to Show Cause for Change of Name................................. $90 for 4 Weeks n Fictitious Business Name Statement ..........................................$58 for 4 Weeks (Each additional name after two $3.00 each) n Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name Statement ..............$48 for 4 Weeks n Notice of Sale of Abandoned Property .......................................$80 for 2 Weeks
All these collusions, or bundling, of government with corporate, media, union, and personal interests are reminiscent of the “fasces,” the bundles of sticks carried by ancient Roman officers, that Mussolini was symbolically enamored of. Il Duce eagerly sought to bundle his Italian society in a similar way through which government, corporations, media, schools, churches, workplaces and citizens were all bound together, one in theCuriously,same. the U.S. Department of Justice building, among others, prominently features these Roman inspired fasces all while the department and its agents dutifully carry out Biden’s politicalAddingprerogatives.insulttoinjury, Biden seeks to disarm American citizens by promoting laws and regulations to throttle the 2nd Amendment, as well as depriving citizens of their
Rick Reiss Temecula resident
Here’s a clue Joe ... Americans are not subjects belonging to the government. The government belongs to the people, to serve only the people. That is precisely why our U.S. Constitution begins with the words “We the People …”There is nothing democratic about Biden and his Democrat Party. Their creepy fetish with ever more centralized government and control is the very essence of statism, i.e., semi-fascism. Statism is anathema to our constitutional republic.Inthe meantime, Biden’s job approval numbers remain very upside down. Yet he demagogues from a position of weakness, with little authority and no credibility whatsoever.Bidenis looking for semifascist perpetrators, but he is only psychologically projecting. He needs only to look in the mirror and at his own political party.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2203550 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: TIFFANI BIANCA WOODS
A decade ago when Biden was vice president, his party let the mask slip off a little when the DNC boldly proclaimed “The Government Is The Only Thing We All Belong To.”
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AB 653 passed in 2021, but funding for counties to implement the programs was contingent upon future revenues. I’m happy to report that during this budget cycle I was able to acquire $10 million for counties to fund medicationassisted treatment programs throughout California.
A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: 9/06/22
inmates under county usesisMedication-assistedsupervision.treatmentaninnovativetreatmentthatmedicationscombinedwith counseling that has proven effective at reducing drug overdoses.
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Signed: Tamara L. Wagner, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3693
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a NOTICEhearing.OFHEARING
PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3654
Assemblymember Marie Waldron, R – Valley Center, represents the 75th Assembly District in the California Legislature, which includes the communities of Bonsall, Escondido, Fallbrook, Hidden Meadows, Pala, Palomar Mountain, Pauma Valley, Rainbow, San Marcos, Temecula, Valley Center and Vista. WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.
So, now we see evidence of the Biden administration “colluding” in sync with Big Tech corporations to suppress free speech, as well as with global elitists, with the so called mainstream news media, and also with the big “green” corporations looking to get rich quick like the crony Solyndra companies of the Obama era.
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