Valley News - September 27, 2024

Local Christian businesses are invited to gather monthly

Diane A. Rhodes Special to Valley News

Christian Business Networking events serve Southwest Riverside County with mixers at Hawk Ranch in Murrieta on the second Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Founded by members of Our Valley magazine, Marketing Empire Group, 102.5 The Vine FM and Hawk Ranch, this organization team is unapologetically Christian, and faith based.

USDA and CDFA declare California free of invasive fruit flies

LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), and the California Department of Food and Agriculture in collaboration with County Agricultural Commissioners, are proud to announce that after a year of hard work they have eradicated all populations of invasive fruit flies from California. This significant achievement is a testament to the hard work of their agencies and the critical support from the public.

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Murrieta homeowners may now apply for lower fire insurance premiums

Murrieta Fire Chief Bernard Molloy brought good news to Murrieta homeowners, who may now request lower fire insurance rates, during the September 17 Murrieta City Council meeting.

A smiling Molloy, early in the meeting, was called to the council podium for an administrative update to announce that the City of Murrieta has been granted the status of being a “Fire Risk Reduction Community,” which the department has been working to

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City of Menifee presented with 13th consecutive award for Excellence in Financial Reporting

MENIFEE - The City of Menifee proudly announces that its Finance Department has been honored with the prestigious “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This marks the 13th consecutive year the finance team has received this honor, showcasing the City’s unwavering commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency in managing its financial operations.

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting was awarded for Menifee’s annual comprehensive financial report. The report was judged by an impartial panel to meet the program’s high standards, which include demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and

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Riverside County Emergency Management Department holds a Local Assistance Center for victims of the Airport Fire in Lake Elsinore. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo

Tony Ault Staff Writer

Murrieta Fire Chief Bernard Molloy addresses city council at the Sept. 17 meeting. Valley News/Courtesy photo

From left, Colin O’Connell (Accountant), Travis Hickey (Chief Financial Officer), Melissa Cortes (Sr. Accountant), Margarita Cornejo (Deputy Finance Director), Anne-Marie Etienne (Finance Manager), Dominic Tartaglia (Principal Accountant). Valley News/Courtesy photo

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Menifee City Council honors security guard and approves CDBG CAPER

Tony Ault Staff Writer

The Menifee City Council, in a short meeting, took the time to honor Eugene “Johnny” Bartlett II as the Citizen of the Month and recognized this school year’s Youth Leaders of Menifee on Wednesday, Sept. 18.

A public hearing was held to review the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the Community Development Block Grant Program for the fiscal year 2023-2024. Council Member Ricky Estrada was appointed as the city’s voting delegate at the upcoming League of California Cities Annual Conference, to be held in Long Beach, October 16-18.

about 100 feet away as they struggled to leave their home. Fortunately, it was stopped as it grew closer, and he was able to gather his wife Caroline, his three young children, one of his dogs, and its nine puppies to try to leave.

“We couldn’t,” he said. The road was blocked, but firefighters and their engines stood by. Smoke and burning shards blew all around as they fearfully waited while the fire continued consuming some of his neighbors’ homes and outbuildings.

That day, he and his wife, with one of their young girls holding a chocolate-colored puppy, patiently filled out a video application form for the help they desperately needed while waiting their turn to meet with the many county disaster assistance representatives on hand that day. In the aftermath of their experience, he said, “It’s a relief; I am able to see the blue sky.”

He was happy to temporarily turn his little girl over to an awaiting adult in the play area of the County Children’s Disaster Center in the community hall, who, smiling, went in to play with other children affected by the Airport Fire. He later came out of the meeting hall to check on her, showing the love a parent has for a child who has gone through so much in recent days.

Another parent, Tara Sutton, pushing a baby in a baby carriage and holding another little girl, waited to enter the hall to seek the help she and her family needed. She reported that the fire, which

Eugene “Johnny” Bartlett II, a security guard for the Sun City Shopping Center, was selected for the honor by Estrada. According to business owners in the center, despite his handicap, Bartlett makes regular patrols around the center and is often seen picking up trash and tending to the landscaping, going above and beyond his regular duties.

He appeared with his family, business leaders, and others in the council chambers to receive the certificate of appreciation. He said it was an honor to serve the residents of Sun City, who have overlooked his handicap while he carries out his duties.

The student members of the Youth Leaders of Menifee intro-

duced themselves to the council, which praised them for their ongoing service to the community, from helping at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center to participating in many other recreational and special events in the area.

Paloma Valley High School senior Alessandra Pementel introduced herself as the president of the student service organization, and PVHS senior Naomy Zepeda was introduced as the group’s vice president. The youth organization team leaders from PVHS, Liberty High, and Western Science Academy also introduced themselves to the council.

Edna Lebron, Menifee senior staff analyst, presented the annual CDBG report (CAPER) to

the council. She explained that the city received a total of $527,847 for this fiscal year, added another $977,538 in CDBG carryover funds and $17,483 more and expended $985,011 during the fiscal year to help 2,919 Menifee low- to moderate-income residents. The funds were used for infrastructure improvements and to assist residents with home repairs and services through nonprofit agencies.

CDBG grants are provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for local community development activities with the stated goal of providing affordable housing, anti-poverty programs, and infrastructure development.

A representative from Habitat

for Humanity appeared to thank the council for providing part of the CDBG grant to help 29 local seniors repair their homes and landscaping in the past year. A total of 17 consent items were approved by the council. One of the items was an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the citywide traffic signal safety improvement project, which will involve providing services for the environmental and civil design of 17 additional intersections with needed improvements. The cost is not to exceed $207,034.30. Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

fortunately did not take her El Cariso Village home, destroyed her husband’s workshop and her studio on their property, taking all of his work tools. She said the smoke damage in the home was severe. Tara said she had received or would soon receive some help in clearing up her home and property,

and she was grateful as she left the center after filling up the back of her SUV with food, water, and cleaning supplies, provided by the Church of Christ and volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Hemet.

Other nonprofit agencies were on hand inside the center offering

help ranging from replacing lost car and truck titles to helping file insurance claims. A large contingent of Riverside County Department of Social Services (DPSS) representatives was available to offer help to the Airport Fire victims and their children.

Marilyn Castaneda, Public Information Officer for Riverside Emergency Services, said, “For the past three days…we’ve had a local assistance center here in the community. The purpose of the center is to provide services to the victims of the Airport Fire.” She said Saturday had been one of the busiest days, so “we are very happy and pleased that the residents are coming in and seeking the resources available to them.”

“Here we have local and nonprofit organizations, including the DMV, First Five, and an assortment

of different organizations. We have the Salvation Army...just any type of resource one might be looking for in any type of business for those affected by the fire.” She added that the county was also able to help those who lost their vehicles in the fire with transportation. She said they were very pleased with the turnout, “We know it’s a hard time for them, and we are glad they are coming.”

She said that after the initial three-day visit to Lake Elsinore, residents can still seek the help they need. “For any residents who didn’t have an opportunity to come today, they can call 211, and all the resources that were here today will still be available. There is someone there ready to help.”

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

Samuel Santos and his wife Caroline, holding a puppy and victims of the Airport Fire, patiently await their turn to find out what help they might receive at the Lakeland Village Community Center’s Riverside County Emergency Management event, Sept. 19-21. Valley News/Tony Ault photo

Volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints load up Airport Fire victim Tara Sutton’s SUV with food, water, and cleaning supplies outside of the Lakeland Community Center in Lake Elsinore, where the county emergency help event was being held on Sept. 21. Valley News/Tony Ault photo

Hundreds of homes, buildings, properties, and cars including antiques were devastated by the Airport Fire. Valley News/Brian Briggs photo

Local Christian businesses are invited to gather monthly

Diane A. Rhodes

Special to Valley News

Christian Business Networking events serve Southwest Riverside County with mixers at Hawk Ranch in Murrieta on the second Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Founded by members of Our Valley magazine, Marketing Empire Group, 102.5 The Vine FM and Hawk Ranch, this organization team is unapologetically Christian, and faith based.

Its first business networking mixer was held in August. Attendees gathered from business, education, ministry and the nonprofit sectors. Sheila York, publisher of Our Valley magazine; Kyle Onstott, founder of Marketing Empire Group; and Chris Thompson, general manager at 102.5 The Vine FM, had been planning this event since the spring of 2024.

“When Jeff Bush, vice president of Hawk Ranch, offered his beautiful facility as a venue for the monthly event, we knew we had the right location for Christian networking,” Thompson said.

“I walk into these Wednesday events full of burdens of my daily grind but always leave the event refreshed, meeting fellow Christians and knowing Jesus showed up in the room!” Bush said.

The desire was to create an opportunity for local Christian business owners and staff to unite once a month and network. The event opens with prayer, but most of the two-hour block remains void of an agenda so attendees can get to know each other, share information and business cards, and learn about others who serve Southwest Riverside County and lead their business from a Christian perspective.

“We knew there was a need for a monthly event like this, but were surprised to hear how many business, nonprofit, ministry and education leaders had been waiting, hoping, and praying for a Christian networking event,” Thompson said.

He was quick to point out that this networking opportunity is not a Christian chamber of commerce. The goal was to take the

networking portion of typical chamber membership, arguably the most important, and offer it as a standalone benefit. There is no registration, annual membership, monthly dues or admission cost to attend this monthly event. Each attendee is advised to bring plenty of business cards.

“Many chambers of commerce are designed to provide resources to businesses to help them succeed, with networking events being a portion of their offerings,” Thompson said “For us, the networking event is the main event. The monthly mixers are manned only by volunteers from the organizations managing the event. Unlike a chamber, the Christian business networking event has no paid employees planning or hosting it, just people who care about and love the Christian business community in Southwest Riverside County.”

The monthly mixers create an opportunity for business owners and staff to come together and get to know each other, pray for each other, and support each other. York said, “I really enjoy the Hawk Ranch event because I’m surrounded by other Christian likeminded business owners in the community. I really enjoy connecting with other people.”

Thompson genuinely believes it should not be cost-prohibitive to simply meet other like-minded, faith-based business owners. “As we all work to help each other, we pray that the community will sup

port these businesses, nonprofits, and represented organizations. Still, at least, we can support each other,” he said.

Thompson has been the general manager of The Vine radio station for the past four years and feels blessed to be part of the growth of that broadcast ministry. As a listener-funded Christian radio station, it relies on its dedicated listeners and the local business and nonprofit community to financially support the ministry of 102.5 The Vine FM. Also, being a standalone local Christian radio station, it does not have donors from nonlocal cities and states. All funding for The Vine comes from Southwest Riverside County, and its community efforts are returned to

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Southwest Riverside County.

“This is our community,” Thompson says. “This is where we live, where we worship, and where we work. What makes us different? Southwest Riverside County makes us different. We might be a small local Christian radio station but because of our listeners and the blessing of our Lord, this is a powerful ministry.”

The Vine will hold its third community drive of 2024 with its

inaugural “Socktober Collection Drive.” Every Tuesday in October, representatives from 102.5 The Vine FM will be at a different location, asking listeners to stop by and donate socks. Thompson said socks are the number one requested clothing item at homeless shelters and within groups that manage and distribute clothing to various populations in Southwest Riverside County.

“Socktober is a community

campaign that everyone can get behind,” he said. The next Christian Business Networking mixer will include networking, live worship, prayer for businesses, godly mentorship and refreshments. It is set for Oct. 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hawk Ranch, 42149 Elm St., Murrieta. For more information, please visit https://1025thevine.org/events. Article contributions made by Chris Thompson.

Temecula City hosts annual Temecula History Day

The City of Temecula will host its annual Temecula History Day on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sam Hicks Monument Park in Old Town Temecula. The event, organized by the Community Services Department, will feature educational games such as Flood the Temecula Canyon, Great Oak Acorn Gathering, and the Temecula Rooster Pull Race. The free, family-friendly event will also include live music, tractor races, giveaways, and more. The first 150 attendees will receive free kettle corn, lemonade, and a mining-themed goody bag from the Old Town Temecula Mining Company.

“Join us at Temecula History Day, where our vibrant past comes alive,” said Mayor James Stewart. “This is a fantastic chance to dive into the stories of our pioneers and legends who shaped our beloved city.” For more information, visit TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD or follow @TemeculaParksAndRec on Facebook and Instagram.

From left, Jeff Bush, Vice President Hawk Ranch; Sheila York, publisher of Our Valley magazine; Chris Thompson, general manager at 102.5 The Vine FM; and Kyle Onstott, founder of Marketing Empire Group at the Sept. Christian Business Networking mixer in Murrieta. Valley News/Courtesy photos

Jennifer Perez, Partnership Manager for 102.5 The Vine FM, left, and Missy Lampert, with Hills of Mercy Counseling share a photo moment at the Christian Business Networking mixer at Hawk Ranch in September.

Sheila York, Publisher of Our Valley Magazine (center), speaks with attendees at the first Christian Business Networking mixer at Hawk Ranch in August.

Development code changes approved by San Jacinto City Council

Tony Ault Staff Writer

The San Jacinto City Council held a public hearing to review proposed amendments to many of the city’s Development Codes to meet the latest California State requirements at the September 18 regular meeting.

The city’s Planning Commission approved most of the changes to meet the state standards and passed them on to the council. Those changes exempted some California Environmental Quality Act requirements, while others strengthened them. The numerous changes mostly ranged from small editorial and word changes to larger changes in size and location.

Some of the areas where changes were made were explained

achieve for the last six months.

Molloy explained that this means Murrieta residents with homeowner fire insurance policies can now contact their insurance companies to inform them of the city’s new FRRC status, making them eligible for a possible insurance premium reduction of up to $400 or more each year.

“We are very aware of the hardships that our residents are facing when it comes to keeping low-cost fire insurance in our community,” Molloy explained. This follows the many disastrous fires that have occurred, and are still occurring, around the city and county, destroying hundreds of homes and resulting in some insurance companies dropping fire insurance for homeowners.

As a result, Molloy cited that the city fire marshal and firefighters have worked hard to get homeowners to comply with the latest fire prevention methods, such as clearing brush and plants from their homes and businesses to prevent wildfires, installing fire alarms, and following other fire safety procedures. Further, he said his fire marshal and staff have worked to forward this information to the California Board of

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of Development Services. These included development codes related to zoning, fences, walls, hedges, landscaping, off-street parking, signs, transportation services, lot splits, and additional housing units. The specific changes can be found in the city’s development codes, some of which were included in that night’s agenda packet.

The council also discussed the upcoming one-week nighttime closures at the West 7th Street and State Street intersection for repaving. The hours of the closure will be from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., with detour signs posted during those hours. Paving operations are ongoing along San Jacinto’s State Street, with some lane closures necessary during the daytime. The

Forestry and Fire Protection (CBFPP), which granted the new fire risk reduction community status to all of Murrieta. This designation follows efforts to make Murrieta fire-safe. The department’s planning to make the city fire-safe is what earned the city the new designation.

Molloy added that Murrieta homeowners will soon receive information from the city and fire department on how to apply to their insurance companies through a QR code or app to reduce their fire insurance premiums.

He noted that while it is not guaranteed, it is possible, depending on the private insurance company carrying the policy. He hinted that it may even help those who have no other choice but to carry the state’s fire policy (the FAIR Plan) because they can’t get other fire insurance due to their homes being in a high wildfire risk area.

The information was supported by City Council member Cindy Warren, who said she had applied and received a $400 rate reduction due to the new FRRC status. Another resident also reported the same savings.

Council Member Jon Levell called it “great news” and was pleased to hear that homeowners on the state’s FAIR Plan might also

exact dates of the proposed nighttime closure were not provided that evening.

There were some questions from the council about the potential impact on local State Street businesses. In the vote, Mayor Phil Ayala, Mayor Pro Tem Valerie Vanever, and Council Member Crystal Ruiz voted in favor, while Council Member Brian Hawkins voted no, questioning the effects on businesses.

During the council’s Mayor/ Council Member reports, Hawkins criticized Ruiz’s actions at the September 3 meeting during an exchange with Mayor Ayala. Further comment on the exchange and upcoming election issues was cautioned by the San Jacinto city attorney as not being part of the public council meeting.

benefit from the new status.

Council Member Lisa DeForest was happy to learn that the information on how homeowners can apply for lower fire insurance costs would soon be relayed to residents.

Warren urged homeowners to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Council Member Ron Holliday said, “It is a heavy lift for the residents, but the whole city will benefit.”

Mayor Lori Stone thanked Molloy and the fire department for all their hard work.

The council also heard from Murrieta Valley Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Ward Andrus, who thanked the council and the city for their support in making the district one of the best in the state. He urged the council to help the district secure more funding to construct additional schools in the area, as almost all the high

In other council comments and presentations, Ruiz, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, made a Special Presentation of a Proclamation for the 237th Anniversary of the Constitution of the United States on behalf of the council and the residents of San Jacinto.

During the public speaking portion of the meeting, a speaker calling himself “Anonymous” suggested the council consider instituting term limits for its members.

Cat Lopez urged the council to add and improve crosswalks for the students of Estudillo Elementary School at 900 Las Rosas Drive in the city. San Jacinto City Council candidates Adam Tostado and Eric Devezin introduced themselves to the council.

Fatima Rahman, a cannabis dis-

schools and middle schools in the district are already close to capacity, with many more students expected in the future. He said that none of the schools, even the newer ones, should have more than 1,700 students, but some are already within 100 students of that limit.

The Community Services Department reported that five new playgrounds in city parks have been completed, with three more— Palomar, North Street, and North Terrace Parks—soon to have new playground equipment installed.

More pickleball courts are also set to be constructed in various parks.

In that regard, the council established the Los Alamos Hills Sports Park Phase 2 subcommittee, with Holliday and Levell representing the city. Seven new soccer fields have been suggested for the park, with other parks also being considered if any endangered species

pensary owner, requested that the council place a discussion on the Oct. 1 agenda to address lowering taxes on dispensaries in the city. Mayor Ayala confirmed that the discussion would be on the agenda.

Dedra Hampton asked the council to assist her nonprofit organization in helping the homeless in the community.

Several other speakers were also heard.

The San Jacinto City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Community Center, 625 S. Pico Street in San Jacinto, starting at 6:30 p.m.

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

are found in the vacant park area.

Brian Ambrose, the Community Services Director, also reported that several major street widening projects are in the planning and design stages.

After hearing from Police Chief Anthony Conrad, the council unanimously expressed support for State Proposition 36, which provides stiffer penalties for some previously convicted thieves and serious drug dealers. This would counteract the effects of Proposition 47, which lessened charges and prison or jail time for repeat offenses, resulting in more offenders being released onto the streets repeatedly, especially with the local county jail being over capacity and state prisons reportedly only half full. “We’ll see what happens,” said Chief Conrad. Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

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Board of Supervisors to hire outside consultant for animal services evaluation and strategies

A counselor with the Department of Animal Services’ new Pet Support Program, offering assistance to help families keep their pets and improve live release rates

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted last week to hire a consultant who will conduct a thorough, outside evaluation and provide a strategic plan for the Department of Animal Services (DAS).

The vote comes after the Board’s ad hoc on animal services identified the need to hire a recognized expert in the field of animal services and shelter operations. The Executive Office was directed to find an expert and bring the recommendation to the full Board of Supervisors.

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Outcomes for Pets Consulting, LLC will work closely with DAS to conduct a thorough evaluation and implement data-driven strategies aimed at increasing live outcomes and boosting operational efficiency.

“We are committed to doing everything we can to increase our live outcomes for Riverside County’s pets,” said Fourth District Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “This partnership will allow us to see the areas where we’ve done well, the areas we need to continue to build up and support, as well as the areas

Elsinore Historical

Society hosts

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on the history of line dancing

invites the community to its October meeting, featuring a presentation on the History of

Dancing by Joyce Hohenadl, board member and experienced line dance instructor. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Lake Elsinore History Museum, located in the Cultural Center Building at 183 North Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA.

Hohenadl will share the origins and evolution of line dancing, fol-

lowed by a live demonstration on how it’s done. Whether you’re a history buff or interested in learning some new dance moves, this engaging presentation is perfect for all ages.

Attendees should use the Heald Street entrance, located on the right side of the building. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.

For more information, visit the Lake Elsinore Historical Society’s website at www.lakeelsinorehistoricalsociety.org

we need to transform.”

Outcomes for Pets Consulting, led by Kristen Hassen, brings extensive experience in providing animal services across the country. Known for expertise in animal shelter management and strategic planning, Hassen has the distinction of achieving a sustained 90 percent live outcome rate at three different shelters.

This partnership is a result of a broader effort led by a Board ad hoc committee, formed in July, to address ongoing challenges in

animal services, including shelter overcrowding, veterinary care access, and staff recruitment.

“Our goal is not only to improve shelter conditions, but to also foster a positive connection with the community,” said Fifth District Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez. “By working together, we can create lasting improvements that benefit both animals and residents.”

One of the chief deliverables in the partnership with Outcomes for Pets Consulting is a focused strategic plan to reach the objectives of

the Board’s ad hoc committee, cochaired by Supervisors V. Manuel Perez and Yxstian Gutierrez. Those goals include prevention, education, and diversion; safety and humane treatment of pets; positive connections with our communities; a healthy and capable workforce; and meaningful relationships with partners.

The County will share updates as these efforts progress to further enhance the care and services provided to animals in Riverside County.

Gannett Fleming given EVMWD construction management contract for Avenues area septic-to-sewer conversion

The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District awarded Gannett Fleming, Inc., the construction management contract to convert the Avenues area from septic tanks to the EVMWD sewer system.

A 5-0 EVMWD board vote on September 12 approved a professional services agreement with Gannett Fleming which will pay the Chino Hills company $3,065,346.20. The total appropriation authorization of $3,080,673.20 also includes $15,327.00 for overhead.

In 2005 the district developed a groundwater management plan which identified the impact nitrate from septic systems may have on drinking water supply wells. Nitrate transport simulations were evaluated to assess the future impacts of septic systems on Elsinore Basin groundwater quality, and the results indicated an expected substantial increase in nitrate mass load with more than 80 percent of the basin exceeding the maximum contaminant level.

In 2016 the district developed a plan to remove the septic systems over a 40-year period. All septic systems in Sedco Hills are to be removed by 2030, all septic systems in the Wildomar/Palomar area are to be removed by 2035, all septic systems in the North Basin area are to be replaced by 2040, all septic systems in the Lakeland

and Northeast Lakeshore area are scheduled for removal by 2045, all septic systems northeast of North Basin and northwest of Canyon Lake have a 2050 or earlier removal schedule, and beyond 2050 all septic systems in Canyon Lake will be replaced.

The Avenues is generally west of Avenue 6, east of Country Club Boulevard, north of East Lakeshore Drive, and south of Mill Street although properties on the other sides of those streets are also included. The project will install about 15,000 linear feet of sewer main and potentially connect approximately 250 properties, most of them single-family residential properties, to the public sewer system. In addition to the gravity main system the effort will also include lateral installation and connection to each property and septic system and tank abandonment.

The properties which are not using on-site septic systems are considered economically severely disadvantaged, and the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Financial Assistance contacted EVMWD staff about a State Revolving Fund grant. A July 2022 EVMWD board action authorized a financial assistance application for a State Revolving Fund grant.

The planning phase outlined the measures necessary to determine the feasibility of converting the septic systems to sewer connections and identified the overall costs associated with the project.

An October 2022 EVMWD board vote awarded Carollo Engineers, Inc., the contract to design the conversion of septic systems to sewer connections for The Avenues and Sedco Hills.

The design for the Avenues septic-to-sewer conversion project is now complete. Approximately 198 existing residential septic customers have opted in to the conversion program. In May 2023 the EVMWD board adopted the environmental Mitigated Negative Declaration.

EVMWD staff issued a request for proposals to provide construction management services on May 8. Four companies submitted bids by the June 25 deadline. The review panel which evaluated the proposals based on firm qualifications, experience, and project understanding recommended Gannett Fleming as the most qualified company to perform the construction management services.

The State Water Resources Control Board is working with EVMWD staff to finalize a loan agreement for the construction which will convert The Avenues from septic systems to the EVMWD sewer system. The loan is expected to be for $23,522,792 with 100 percent of the principal being forgiven. The loan funding will include the cost of construction management and observation services.

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

California tribal housing bills AB 1878 and SB 1187 signed into law

PALA – The Pala Band of Mission Indians is pleased that California tribal housing bills AB 1878 (Garcia) and SB 1187 (Maguire) have passed the state legislature and been signed into law by Governor Newsom. These bills make critical improvements to California’s Tribal Housing Grants Programs and address programmatic barriers that have impacted the performance of the existing programs.

The Pala Band of Mission Indians sponsored AB 1878, which will e nact recommendations derived from three years of work between tribal leaders, state policymakers, tribal housing executives, tribal housing advocates, and state housing administrators. Data on the state’s tribal housing program from August 2023 shows that at that time $130 million has been ‘set aside’ for tribal housing grants to allow tribes to provide much-needed housing to their citizens. Due to

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programmatic barriers, only 5% of these funds have made it to tribal governments to provide housing for their citizens. AB 1878 will improve the performance of the state’s tribal housing programs and will also establish a Tribal Housing Grant Program Advisory Committee to serve as a resource and collaborator with the state’s housing administration.

AB 1878 and SB 1187 will create opportunities for tribes to access direly needed housing funds as intended by state lawmakers. SB 1187 establishes the Tribal Housing Reconstitution and Resiliency Act, the first-ever tribal housing grant program in California, which provides tribes with a flexible and comprehensive resource to help meet citizen’s housing needs.

“Tremendous legislative progress has been made over the years to address the poverty, substandard and overcrowded housing, home-

lessness, and failing or nonexistent infrastructure of California tribes, but more work needs to be done to see real measurable success,” said Robert Smith, Chairman of the Pala Band of Mission Indians. “These two bills are vital steps in making crucial progress for our citizens, allowing Tribes to access the funds set aside to help our people. We thank Governor Newsom, the state legislature, and all of the departments and individuals who helped in bringing these important bills into law.”

The Pala Band of Mission Indians is a federally recognized tribe whose reservation is located along the Palomar Mountain range approximately 30 miles northeast of San Diego. The majority of the over 900 tribal members live on the 12,000-acre reservation, established for Cupeño and Luiseño Indians, who consider themselves to be one proud people - Pala.

encourage readership. According to the GFOA, the Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

is committed to upholding the integrity of our financial practices and delivering the highest level of service that exceeds industry standards.”

“Ensuring transparent, fiscally responsible, and accountable financial reporting continues to be a top priority for the City of Menifee,” said City Manager Armando G. Villa. “Our finance team

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is a highly respected organization that recognizes outstanding financial reporting practices in municipalities throughout the United States and Canada. Established in 1906, the GFOA represents public finance professionals across North America. With over 20,000 members, including federal, state/pro-

vincial, and local finance officials, the organization plays essential roles in planning, funding, and executing various governmental activities in their respective areas. The primary objective of the GFOA is to promote the highest quality standards in public finance. For more information about Menifee’s Finance Department and to see the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, please visit www.cityofmenifee.us/Finance

Submitted by the City of Menifee.

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The Historical Society getting ready to enjoy learning the history of line dancing. Valley News/Courtesy photo

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San Jacinto Valley students honored in September

Diane A. Rhodes Special to Valley News

The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program kicked off the 2024-2025 academic year with its recognition breakfast at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Sept. 5. Seven local high school seniors were recognized and honored for their character, love of learning and commitment to academics in addition to their involvement in school and community activities and their ability and resiliency in overcoming difficult life challenges. And they do this all in a setting that honors God, country, family, community and free enterprise. Students are nominated by teachers or other school personnel for making a difference in their homes, schools and communities.

Local program founder and Student of the Month Committee member Karena Zermeno, who also represents one of the sponsors Altura Credit Union, emceed the event. She noted that along with new faces for this year’s honorees, there have been some important personnel changes as well. San Jacinto High School welcomed new principal Lloyd Sheppard and San Jacinto Leadership Academy has grown to include its first senior class and will be included in the rotation of alternative schools.

Another change is the addition of Diamond Sponsors for those that want to provide even more support to the community-based program than what was expected at the Platinum Sponsors level.

“Students, the reason we are here is for you; just know that you are our motivation,” Zermeno said.

“Every month, I leave this event humbled and I feel encouraged to go out and face the world and overcome any challenge after hear-

ing your stories.”

Each student was invited to the podium to share their personal story, past and/or current challenges and future goals with a room full of supporters that included principals, teachers, peers and family members, as well as community and school district dignitaries.

September’s students of the month from Hemet Unified School District are Trevor Comstock, Sadie Dinnyes, Bellynn Kincaid,

Alexis Rackley and Ravin Vandergriff. San Jacinto Unified’s honorees for September are Angel Iglesias and Jazzlyn “Jazzy” Mancinas.

Hemet Unified School District

Trevor Comstock

Tahquitz High School singled out Trevor this month because of his strong academics, his leadership roles as part of ASB where he builds school culture, and his athletic talents as a member of the

water polo team. His teacher Lee Jones said, “He goes out of his way to be supportive and has a quick wit and hardworking personality.”

Trevor believes his greatest contribution to his community and family is to be able to bring laughter and joy to everyone around him as well as always trying to lighten up the mood when given the opportunity. In elementary school he lost his father to melanoma skin cancer which resulted in him having to be

Menifee Valley History Association presents

vigilant about his own predisposition to the disease for the rest of his life. In June of 2023, his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.

“A mix of confusion and sadness hit me,” Trevor said. This past summer, his mother completed her chemotherapy treatments. “She taught me to cherish every single moment with family and friends and to not take anything

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the history

of the Holland, Christiansen and Scott pioneer families

Tony Ault Staff Writer

A large group of Menifee residents gathered Saturday, Sept. 21, to hear about three of the city’s pioneer families whose names are seen on Menifee’s street signs today. The Holland, Christiansen and Scott families who farmed the area known as Menifee and Sun City today were subjects of the latest Menifee Valley Historical Association’s presentation, in person and online on Facebook.

This series perhaps had more significance because just over a mile away construction crews were busy putting the finishing touches on what is called the “Holland Road Overpass” spanning over Interstate 215 between Hanover Lane and Haun Road. Many attending the Historical Association’s presentation on the families at the Antelope-Menifee Rural Center passed the Antelope/ Holland Drive roads eastern terminus of the new freeway overpass.

On that piece of land, in what is now eastern Menifee was once owned by Menifee pioneer Hans Christiansen Sr. in the 1880s. Nearby was the Holland Family farm with Martha Scott who married Christopher Columbus Holland, The Scott Family being one of the first to arrive in the valley with all his friends from the Netherlands all seeking a new life in America where they were provided large land grants. They first settled in South Carolina and Arkansas and later moved to the Menifee Valley with the promise of more fertile land.

Many of the immigrant families from the Netherlands and the United Kingdom in the late 1700s already knew each other

Recipients of the Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month award for September are, from left, Angel Iglecias, Sadie Dinnyes, Trevor Comstock, Alexis Rackley, Ravin Vandergriff and Bellynn Kincaid. Valley News/StylePhotography by Alex Tapia photo

Menifee pioneer ancestor Colleen Holland Ramirez, right, with son John Martin, his wife Shannon, and Menifee Valley History Association’s Julie and Bill Zimmerman at the Holland, Christiansen and Scott pioneer families presentation at the Antelope -Menifee Rural Center September 21. Valley News/Tony Ault photo and in time united the families in marriages with many living in the then Menifee Valley in the 1800s. Those families names are seen on road signs all across the Menifee and Winchester Valleys

including the Scotts, the Zieders, the Domenigoni, McCalls, Lindenbergers, Hollands, Menifees, Christensens and others.

William Jacob Holland was one of the first Hollands to arrive

in the Menifee Valley in the late 1800s with his wife Celeste and their children near the Scott family farm. One of those children later married a member of the pioneer Scott family.

The genealogy and ancestry of these three Menifee families, the Scotts, Christiensens and Hollands was searched by see HISTORY, page B-4

Estudillo Chapter of the DAR celebrates Constitution Week at the Hemet Library

Tony

Ault Staff Writer

Members of the Estudillo Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution wearing the dress of the time when our nation’s Constitution was written gathered at the Hemet Public Library Sept.18 to honor the nation’s birth 237 years ago.

Joining the special event in front of a cabinet containing a copy of the United States Constitution and copies of other national archive documents of our nation’s founding were representatives of Sen. Dr. Raul Ruiz, State Sen. Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh, Riverside County and San Jacinto and Hemet city officials declared Constitution Week in the area.

Leading the special event was San Jacinto Council Member Crystal Ruiz, herself a member and vice regent of the Estudillo DAR who read the preamble of the Constitution “We the People” and and essay of the meaning of our Constitution when she was only 17 years of age to begin the ceremonies. The American Flag was posted and the Pledge of Allegiance recited by all those attending.

DAR ladies Janette Labella, Lisa Howard, Ruiz, and Sharon Micle proudly stood to accept the proclamations from the federal, state and county representatives of the government officials.

Following the official ceremonies the DAR members and their guests were offered a red, white and blue cake honoring Constitution Week from Sept. 17 through Sept. 23. The period cabinet with the cop-

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for granted,” he said. His plans are to enlist in the Coast Guard after graduation and then start a Burger Shack with his family. He currently works at Hangar One restaurant at Hemet-Ryan Airport. A quote from Benjamin Franklin that Trevor likes to think about often is, “Don’t put off until tomorrow what can be done today.”

Sadie Dinnyes Hamilton High School counselor Jason Sonnier introduced Sadie on behalf of Athletic Director Patrick Williams, who nominated her and said she has excelled in track and cross country and has found academic success through her CTE nursing pathway. Sonnier said he has been in education for 23 years and counseling for 19 and seeing the amazing transformation she has made in the past few years totally fills his heart and makes him so proud of her. Sadie said, “The year 2022 was the hardest year of my life. I started out as a straight A student, doing academically well. Despite that, I still went home and cut on myself every day. At the same time, my mom had terminal cancer. On April 10, I decided to jump off a bridge, partly due to my mental issues and also because I couldn’t stand the thought of having to say goodbye to my mom one day.” When her mother was placed on hospice, Sadie was released early from the hospital but continued to spiral and was placed in foster care temporarily. “Watching my mom lose her life and dealing with my own struggles has given me the motivation to become a hospice and psychiatric nurse and to give people the help and comfort they need during the times they are struggling,” Sadie said. “I wish to show people it’s okay to accept your past and to come to terms with the bad experiences.”

Bellynn Kincaid Western Center Academy teacher Melanie Thornburg introduced Bellynn by saying, “Her strength is unwavering. She has faced

ies of the U.S. The Constitution and the important documents of the founding of our United States of America by the nation’s forefathers can be viewed at the Hemet Library, 300 E. Latham Ave. in Hemet. All are urged to visit and

losses that no child should have to endure, and her resilience and positivity are a great inspiration to everyone at WCA.” Bellynn is part of the ASB Leadership Academy program and has volunteered with the Ramona Pageant, as her father had done in the past. She plans to attend MSJC for their audiovisual technology courses and then intern under her father who is an independent contractor in the field to one day become a video engineer. Her parents divorced when she was young but then reconciled.

When Bellynn was 11, her mother was expecting another daughter but when she was eight months pregnant, she and the unborn baby were killed by a drunk driver. This caused Bellynn to sink into a great depression, especially with the pandemic following on its heels.

“One lesson that can be taken away from my mother’s passing is knowing that rock bottom isn’t the end of the world and life will keep going,” she said. “Hard things happen, but that doesn’t mean your life is over. You learn how to build up from the rock bottom again.” She wants to give back to her community by being an example of light at the end of the tunnel. “Life has a lot to offer and it’s okay to be set back but it’s important to get back up and find the good in life, all with a smile,” Bellynn said. Her father, Zach Kincaid, said, “If it wasn’t for this kid, I wouldn’t be here today. She was dealt a card no one should be given, and she played it well. She saved my life many times, she only knows how to work hard and give. She is the greatest accomplishment of my life.”

Alexis Rackley Hemet High School Principal Jeff Franks introduced Alexis by saying, “Her grit, her determination, her perseverance is unmatched and says her focus is to just be better every day.” Alexis said she is an older sister and a teammate first with plans to attend the University of Chicago for their social work program. After earn-

to read the Declaration of Independence and Constitution to see how this world’s greatest democratic institution was formed by “We the People!” almost two and one half centuries ago.

ing a master’s degree she wants to continue her research on the foster care system and its effect on teens. “I was put into the foster care system at 11 and I was, and still kind of am, terrified,” she said. “I truly believed my life was over and that I had nothing going for me. The instability associated with foster scare is as apparent as ever. Being placed with a new home, having to learn the traditions and mannerisms to better fit in is really hard.” She plans to go into the field of those who have helped her throughout her life. “I want to be the person who helps a child see the full potential in themselves,” Alexis said. “I want to use the chance I’ve been given to help the next generation.”

Ravin Vandergriff

Academy of Innovation is an independent study school who chose Ravin this month. Principal John Bradshaw said Ravin embraces every aspect of the school, taking every advantage of the program by always volunteering to take part in things. Ravin said she started the school year suffering from “senioritis,” but a comment made to students from a counselor gave her a wake-up call. “She said, ‘after high school, that’s it, you’re going to be an adult in the real world’ and to be honest with you, it scared me,” Ravin said. She reflected on the struggling student she had been and the little girl who had been too shy to talk to people but did it because she wanted friends. She said, “I’m still a struggling student but the fact that I recognize that is one small step that makes me motivated to make my future successful.” Ravin aspires to attend Northern Arizona University to study music and English. Her mother said, “From that little wallflower came this beautiful rose – she has grown so much.”

San Jacinto Unified School District

Angel Iglecias

Mountain View High School’s honoree for September is Angel, who is described by Principal Ken

Swanson as “polite, respectful, kind, good to others, looks out for others and is a delight to have on campus.” Angel said growing up was a little rough. “I lost my oldest brother Daniel in 2012; he was someone that I looked up to and it hurt my family a lot,” Angel said. In his junior year he knew he had to change his life around and enrolled at Mountain View with only 25 credits to his name. He said being at the school helped him work hard and he now has more than enough credits and will be finishing high school early. He plans to attend C V Beauty College in Hemet to get his barbering license with hopes of opening his own shop one day. After losing his grandmother in February, Angel said he wants to be successful for her as she was a strong influence in his life.

Jazzlyn “Jazzy” Mancinas

San Jacinto High School Principal Lloyd Sheppard read an acceptance speech from Jazzy, who was unable to attend the ceremony due to a prior commitment to attend a Middle College class at MSJC. She is working on her associate’s degree through this dual enrollment program and is currently in the top 20 of her senior class. Jazzy

lost her mother when she was three years old and was raised by her father, who is her biggest fan. She believes her biggest contributions to her school, community and family are her perseverance and artistic qualities. In college, she plans to pursue a major in English with a minor in performing arts. “My dream since I was in elementary school was to be an actress, a singer and an author,” she said, adding that she has already been in many theatrical musical productions and has written her own short stories. “It has never been easy to be the student I am today. I have ADHD so I struggled on concentrating and keeping my mind clear,” she said. Years of searching for the right therapies and treatments followed her diagnosis at age 10. “A life lesson that I will take with me to college is that it’s okay to ask for help, it’s okay to not know where I’m going in the next few years because life is going to throw you curveballs,” Jazzy said. “It’s not okay to stay silent when you need help because in the end you are keeping yourself from being the best version of yourself.”

For more information, www. studentofthemonth.net.

San Jacinto City Council Member Crystal Ruiz and Vice Regent of the Estudillo Daughters of the American Revolution and the DAR ladies sitting in seats behind her and the cabinet containing a copy of the Constitution at the Hemet Public Library reads the Preamble of our nation’s Constitution Sept. 18. Valley News/Tony Ault photos

Estudillo Chapter of the DAR ladies serve cake to their guests at a special event honoring Constitution Week at the Hemet Public Library.

Lellian Averette, representative of U.S. Senator Dr. Raul Ruiz at the Hemet Public Library presents a proclamation honoring the Daughters of the American Revolution, Janette Labella, Lisa Howard and Sharon Micle during the Sept. 18 Estudillo DAR Chapters recognition of Constitution Week in the Hemet San Jacinto Valley.

Jazzlyn “Jazzy” Mancinas, San Jacinto High School’s Student of the Month for September, was unable to attend the ceremony on Sept. 5.

STUDENTS

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

To submit an upcoming community event, email it to valleyeditor@reedermedia.com, put “attention events” in the subject line.

CHILDREN’S EVENTS

Oct. 2 - 4-5 p.m. Teens can hear from local author Zachary Roush during Dreams vs. Grit: How to Start & Finish Your Novel. Roush will read an excerpt from his Fantasy YA novel, “Kursed Kreatures,” and share his experience throughout the novel-writing process at the Ronald H. Roberts Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula . This program is for grades 7 to 12. No registration is required. Oct. 10 - Youth Leaders sf Menifee present a trip to Knotts Scary Farm for teens (No school for MUSD or PUHD Oct. 11) $80 ages 13 to 17. For information and registrations see cityofmenifee.us/ teens or call 951-679-8092. CPR and/AED Certified by City of Menifee staff.

Please check the webpages for the city you live in for the latest events happening for children and youths in your community this summer. There are many youth sports programs, educational programs, city park entertainment and more to keep children of all ages occupied and interested. Valley-Wide Recreation also has many children’s activities. Please visit www. gorecreation.org.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Sept. 28-29 - Oktoberfest On The Lake at the Launch Point. 32040 Riverside Drive, Lake Elsinore, with Oompah bands, German beer, Food and other entertainment. Tickets required. No admission from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. but a parking charge is made.

Sept. 28 – 9 a.m. to noon. Temecula’s 14th Annual Health & Community Resource Fair at the Temecula Civic Center and Town Square, 41000 Main Street. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive the latest information on health-related resources and services around the Temecula Valley. Live entertainment, free health screenings, and prize giveaways.

Oct. 1-14 - Enter Menifee’s Haunt Your House Halloween Decoration Contest. Prizes in five categories from scariest to Dia De Los Muertos. Enter through the Murrieta Community Services Dept. website QR Code.

Oct. 3 - 9:30 a.m. Ribbon cutting for Sykes Ranch Park, 24245 Hayes Ave., Murrieta, honoring the Temecula pioneer Sykes family with the Murieta Valley Historical Society research.

Oct. 4-6 Temecula Greek Festival at The Promenade of Temecula sponsored by St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Temecula Valley. The event in the Promenade parking lot at 40820 Winchester Road, will share Greek traditions with food and entertainment.

Saturday and Sunday admission to the event is $4 (no cash) while free for U.S military, veterans, first responders and children under 12. Friday night opening is free. Parking is free. For more information call 951-286-0974 or see TemeculaGreekFest@yahoo.com or Facebook.com/TemeculalGreekFest

Oct. 4 – 5-9 p.m. Foodie Fridays continue at the Mt. San Jacinto College campus, 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee, with regional culinary artists, boutique vendors, local makers and live entertainment. See exploremenifee.com/ foodiefridays.

Oct. 5 – 9 a.m. to noon. Electric Car Show and Clean Air Expo at Mt. San Jacinto College, 28237 La Piedra Road , Menifee. The latest in electric cars and bikes on display. Vendors and food available.

Oct. 5 – 1-4 p.m. MilVet Faith & Blue care packages to troops packing events with local law enforcement officers at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, 29995 Evans Road, Menifee. See menifeepolice.org/ faith for more information.

Oct. 7 – 5 p.m. Temecula Valley Genealogical Society presents our Fall Open House. This year’s theme, “Roots and Branches: The Stories that Connect Us,” reflects our passion for uncovering family histories and encourages attendees to share their ancestral stories. Come visit us to see what we do and learn about the resources we have to offer. There will also be

refreshments and an Opportunity Drawing. Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library Community Room, 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Open to the public, free admission. More info at tvgs.net.

Oct. 10 - 7-10 a.m. 2024 Legislative Summit presented by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce at the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, 39405 Murrieta Hot Springs Road, Murrieta.

Oct. 12 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Temecula History Day event, hosted by the Community Services Department at Sam Hicks Monument Park, 41970 Moreno Road in Old Town Temecula.

ONGOING – Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon. The Sun City Farmers Market meets every Saturday at the Sun City Civic Association at 26850 Sun City Blvd., in Sun City with local vendors and crafts.

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

ONGOING – Line dancing classes are held Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge, 33700 Mission Trail, in Wildomar across from the Animal Friends of the Valleys. Classes have a DJ with learning levels beginning to intermediate. Have fun and exercise at the same time at $5 per lesson. Contact Joyce Hohenadl at 951-674-2159.

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

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 the California Department on Aging at 800-510-2020 for help.

ONGOING – Saturdays and Sundays only, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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

ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

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

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, NOTICES

Sept. 27 – 10 a.m. New Temecula Art Mural on “Dia de Los Muertos” now on display at Sam Hicks Monument Park, 28300 Mercedes St., Temecula, through October. The mural showcases the skill of students from Bigfoot Art Classes and Diamond Valley Middle School.

Sept. 27 – 10 a.m. Temecula Valley Genealogical Society presents an education class on Land Records. They bought, sold, and homesteaded land, rented that farm, bought and sold a house. We’ll talk about where to find these records and more! Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library

Community Room, 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592. Open to the public, free admission. More info at tvgs.net.

Oct. 3 - 5-7 p.m. Ca\nyon Lake State of the City address at the Holiday Bar Room, 22200 Canyon Lake Dr.. Tickets $45 general admission.

Oct. 3 - 6-7:30 p.m. Haunted Temecula Valley with David J. Schmidt, local storyteller and paranormal expert at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula.. Schmidt will take attendees through the haunted history of Temecula Valley. This event can be enjoyed by all ages and no registration is required.

Oct. 17 - 6-7:30 p.m. Earthquake Preparedness Seminar. Natural disasters and emergencies do not plan ahead, but you can! Learn the steps to take before, during, and after an earthquake at the Ronald H. Roberts Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula.. This seminar is for all ages and no registration is required.

Oct. 23 - 10:30 a.m. Luisena Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution dedication ceremony of the All Veterans Memorial Bench at the Temecula Public Cemetery, 41911 C St. in Temecula

ONGOING – 10 a.m. The Temecula Valley Republican Women’s Club meets each month at the Wilson Creek Winery, 33960 Rancho California Road, Temecula. Memberships are now open. For questions, please contact Membership Chair Janine Plano at info@ tvrwomen.org

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Genealogical Society hosts the Family History Research Assistance Program for those interested in learning more about their family roots. The society offers free research assistance through this volunteer program. Appointments are available in person or via Zoom. Contact the TVGS Family Research Coordinator at tvgs. research.assist@gmail.com

ONGOING – Temecula’s Path of Honor at the Temecula Duck Pond, 28250 Ynez Road. A program to give a place to remember and honor veterans from the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard and the World War II Merchant Marines with a permanent paver. Pavers cost $185. Orders may be placed year-round and are consolidated, engraved and placed on the path annually each November. For more information, visit http://TemeculaCA.gov/ Veterans or contact the Temecula Community Services Department at 951-694-6480.

ONGOING – Want to help deployed American troops remotely? Help shop for the most needed items without leaving home as an easy way to help support deployed men and women by purchasing items remotely and having them delivered to MilVet at designated drop-off locations for packing. All items on the list are special requests from deployed military men and women. MilVet is a nonprofit organization that holds monthly packaging events at different community locations in the area. For drop-off locations and packaging locations, visit www.milvet.org/ military-care-packages.

ONGOING – Assistance League of Temecula Valley hosts a meeting for its member volunteers and guests every first Tuesday of the month (dark in July) at their facility at 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula at 9:30 a.m. social and 10 a.m. meeting. The meeting room is adjacent to the thrift shop. Anyone interested in exploring volunteering or learning more about the organization is welcome to attend. Email altemecula@yahoo.com for more information.

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

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road, in Temecula.

ONGOING – Menifee Community Services offers online driver’s education courses for a

fee of $21.95. The course includes animated driving scenarios, instructional videos, sample tests, 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-the-wheel instruction or a California driver’s permit. Contact 951-723-3880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at www.cityof menifee.us.

ONGOING – 10-11:30 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 833-349-2054.

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

ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St. Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in

plants is welcome. Membership is $10 per year. Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month. For more information and new meeting dates and places, visit www.temeculavalleyrosesociety. org

ONGOING – Menifee Toastmasters meets every Thursday at noon for one hour at a designated place to have fun, enhance speaking capabilities, gain self-confidence and improve social skills. For new dates, call 760-807-1323 or visit www.MenifeeToastmasters.org for more information.

ONGOING – Homeless veterans can receive free help by dialing 877-424-3838 for 24/7 access to the VA’s services for homeless, at-risk veterans. Chat is confidential for veterans and friends. Visit www.va.gov/homeless.

ONGOING – The Dorland Scribblers meet the second Sunday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at 36701 Highway 79 South, Temecula. We welcome fiction, non-fiction, poets, memoir and screenwriters. We host writingcraft discussions; attendees may read up to a five-minute excerpt from their work for feedback/ critique. RSVP at www.dorlandartscolony.com/sunday-scribblers. html.

ENTERTAINMENT

Movie review: ‘Transformers One’

Bob Garver

Special to Valley News

I actually had high hopes going into “Transformers One.” Not because I’m a big fan of the toys or really anything about the property, but because this movie promised to correct some of the mistakes made by its predecessors. Namely, I was excited that there wouldn’t be any live-action actors. For some reason, this franchise has never shied away from shoving human Shia LeBeouf or Mark Wahlberg characters down our throats when we all know it’s the giant robots that sell tickets. This time, no humans, all robots. Also, animated versions of previously-live-action franchises have been pleasing me lately. Both “Spider-Verse” movies are outstanding, and last year for the first time I found myself liking a “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” movie with “Mutant Mayhem.”

Could “Transformers One” turn me around on another property that I had previously dismissed as a series of glorified toy commercials? Sadly, no.

The new film is a prequel that looks at the friendship-turned-feud between Optimus Prime (Chris Hemsworth) and Megatron (Brian Tyree Henry) back when they were just humble miners on the planet Cybertron. The robots, known then as Orion Pax and D-16, respectively, live to serve planetary leader Sentinel Prime (Jon Hamm), but they can’t do much since they lack the gears to Transform. Orion believes that if he can

retrieve an ancient artifact known as the Matrix of Leadership, he can help the struggling planet more than Sentinel ever could. He hatches various harebrained schemes that include breaking into forbidden records rooms, entering he and D-16 in a race off-limits to non-Transformers, and exiting the mines and visiting the planet’s surface ultra-dangerous surface.

It’s on the surface that they meet left-for-dead Prime robot Alpha Trion (Laurence Fishburne), who warns them of a threat to the entire planet. They also come across a roving band of disavowed High Guard robots led by Starscream (Steve Buscemi), who may become allies if Orion and D-16 can win them over. History is learned, secrets are revealed, some characters are captured by the villains for the final act. Along for the ride are disgruntled ex-mining supervisor Elita-1 (Scarlett Johansson) and waste management grunt B-127 (Keegan-Michael Key). Supposedly the latter will eventually become Bumblebee, a Transformer I know to be more competent than Optimus Prime, but here is just an annoying screwup, making me understand why “Bumble” is part of his name.

B-127 is responsible for about a third of the unfunny comedy in this movie, meaning that he’s the “most” responsible, but he’s not the only one. There’s a weird… what I’ll call “frat boy” energy permeating the scenes with male robots in this movie, outside of Fishburne. It’s like Hemsworth,

Henry, and Hamm are all competing to nail the perfect ratio of humor, chill, and action stardom. The result is three performances that are basically the same, which might work if the humor was funnier and the chill was necessary. And by “chill” I mean overly casual mannerisms, not the reassuring calmness that an actor like Optimus Prime’s previous voice actor Peter Cullen brought to the role.

The action scenes didn’t really do it for me either. It’s nice that the animated movie doesn’t have to worry about Earthly limitations, but with every character being an arguably-soulless robot, it’s hard to care about anyone having an advantage over anyone else. Plus, while the characters may have some color to their trim, their skeletons are all the same grayish metallic color, and that’s what you mostly see during action sequence, so it’s hard to tell who’s winning.

“Transformers One” doesn’t have much to offer outside of the Orion/D-16 relationship, which does provide some nice emotional moments from Hemsworth and Henry. Otherwise, this movie is right on par with the live-action “Transformers” movies that I wanted to leave behind. To be sure, getting rid of the humans is a step in the right direction, but it will take many more steps before I give one of these movies a recommendation.

Grade: C-

“Transformers One” is rated PG for sci-fi action and animated ac-

tion throughout, and language. Its running time is 104 minutes.

Quilt show to take over downtown Temecula

TEMECULA – Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild and the City of Temecula present the annual Old Town Temecula Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Live Auction is scheduled at 1 p.m. with proceeds benefiting local charities.

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Julie Zimmerman, president of the historical association who presented the family trees of the three families after months of research. That presentation may be seen in whole on the Menifee Valley Historical Associations’ Facebook page.

In the meeting one of the Holland family ancestors, Colleen Holland Ramirez, her son and his wife, carefully watched the presentation telling Julie Zimmerman she was mostly correct in describing the family history. Colleen offered a clarification about an archeologist’s wrongful description of a structure still standing on the old Holland/Scott family property he described as a cistern. She said it was actually the pioneer family’s Ice House since at that time there was no refrigeration.

Colleen proudly showed those attending a book printed with many old photographs of the Holland family’s history. Her picture appeared in the book with her mother and father.

The entire presentation and other presentations made at the Historical Association can be viewed in their entirety on Facebook. Some of the actual photographs and farming equipment used by the pioneer families can also be seen on Sundays at the Menifee History Museum at 26301 Garbani Road in Menifee between Murrieta and Evans Road next to the Menifee Valley Middle School. Entrance to the museum is free but it is only open on Sundays when school is not in session with the Zimmermans’ and Association docents there to provide information about historical Menifee. Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com

Local, talented quilters from Temecula, Murrieta and surrounding communities will be showcasing their beautiful, unique and colorful quilts throughout Old Town Temecula on, Front Street, Main Street, and the Temecula Community Theater Courtyard.

Visitors can spend the afternoon in Old Town Temecula enjoying the beautiful array of quilts with their different designs, gorgeous patterns and vibrant colors, and shop at unique boutiques and enjoy a host of restaurants. They should also stop by the

Quilters Boutique and participate in the Shop Hop. The Shop Hop is an event where any one can participate. Participants will receive a passport and a list of stores to visit where they will receive a stamp for their passport. When the passport is turned in, there is a drawing for

a chance to win a basket from one of the shops or the grand prize. Admission is free. Don’t miss the Most Unusual Quilt Show in Southern California. Submitted by the Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild.

Colleen ‘Holland’ Ramirez, an ancestor of Menifee Pioneer Christopher Columbus Holland. with her son John Ramirez shows a book with photographs of her ancestors at the Menifee Valley History Association’s Saturday presentation. Valley News/Tony Ault photos

Colleen ‘Holland’ Ramirez, an ancestor of Menifee Pioneer Christopher Columbus Holland and Jacob Holland, right, goes through a book of her family history with Menifee Valley Historical Association President Julie Zimmerman.

[Right] Holland family ancestor of Menifee Valley Pioneer Christopher Columbus Holland Colleen Holland Ramirez is shown in this rare colored photo of her as a baby with her brother and sister in a Holland family history book.

HEALTH

Short-duration, light-intensity exercises improve cerebral blood flow in children

TOKYO – Enhancing prefrontal cortex (PFC) cognitive functions requires identifying suitable exercises that increase cerebral blood flow. A recent study using functional near-infrared spectroscopy found that short-duration, low-intensity physical exercises, except static stretching with monotonous movements, increased oxygenated hemoglobin (oxy-Hb) levels, thereby activating the PFC and enhancing blood flow in children. This study marks a significant step toward improving both the physical and mental health of children.

Cognitive functions, also known as intellectual functions, encompass thinking, understanding, memory, language, computation, and judgment, and are performed in the cerebrum. The prefrontal cortex (PFC), located in the frontal lobe of the cerebral cortex, handles these functions. Studies have shown that exercise improves cognitive function through mechanisms such as enhanced cerebral blood flow, structural changes in the brain, and promotion of neurogenesis.

However, 81% of children globally do not engage in enough physical activity, leading to high levels of sedentary behavior and insufficient exercise. This lack of physical activity raises concerns about its negative impact on children’s healthy brain development and cognitive function.

A recent study published on July 6, 2024, in Volume 14 of Scientific Reports, by doctoral student Takashi Naito from the Graduate School of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, along with Professors Kaori Ishii and Koichiro Oka from the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, offers insights into potential solutions.

The study investigated the effects of short-duration and lightintensity exercise on increasing cerebral blood flow in children.

“Our goal is to develop a lightintensity exercise program that is accessible to everyone, aiming to enhance brain function and reduce children’s sedentary behavior. We hope to promote and implement this program in schools through

collaborative efforts,” says Naito. To enhance cognitive performance, it is essential to develop exercise programs that increase cerebral blood flow. While previous studies have established the benefits of moderate-to-vigorous exercise on cognitive functions, changes in cerebral blood flow during light-intensity exercise, particularly in children, is yet to be investigated. To address this gap, the team conducted an experimental study to examine the effects of short-term, lightintensity exercises on prefrontal cortex (PFC) hemodynamics. They focused on exercises that can be easily performed on the spot without special equipment, such as stretching. Functional nearinfrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), an imaging technique that measures changes in cerebral blood flow through oxy-Hb concentrations,

was used for this purpose.

The study enrolled 41 healthy children ranging from fifth-grade elementary to third-year junior high school students. The children were taught seven different types of low-intensity exercises along with associated safety measures. These exercises included Upward Stretch, Shoulder Stretch, Elbow Circles, Trunk Twist, Washing Hands, Thumb and Pinky, and Single-leg Balance. The exercises were performed while seated except Single-leg Balance, with movement patterns lasting for 10 and 20 seconds. Researchers recorded and compared oxy-Hb levels at rest and during exercise.

The study’s results were highly promising, showing a significant increase in oxy-Hb levels in multiple regions of the PFC during all forms of exercise compared to the resting state. However, no signifi-

What exactly are you inhaling when you wear a face mask?

Susan C. Olmstead

The Epoch Times

Disposable face masks, such as those health officials encouraged (or in some cases, mandated) the public to wear during the COVID-19 pandemic, are made of synthetic fibers and may contain chemical compounds. Many people have questioned the wisdom of wearing masks made of synthetic fibers for long periods, asking whether inhaling the chemical compounds masks release could lead to health problems.

Masks may release up to 5,390 microplastic particles in a 24-hour period and surgical masks in particular may release approximately 3,152 microfibers in less than one hour, according to a review in the journal Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety in April.

To perform this review, German and Swiss researchers examined 24 studies evaluating 631 surgical, cloth, and N95 masks to determine their composition and the compounds they released. Sixtythree percent of the masks showed “alarming results,” the researchers wrote, releasing high amounts of micro- and nanoplastics.

The researchers found that many substances in the masks—among them volatile organic compounds (VOCs), xylene, acrolein, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), phthalates, lead, cadmium, copper, and titanium dioxide (TiO2)—exceeded the established safety limits for humans.

In a 2022 article published in the journal Nature, a group of researchers determined that 12 types of masks all “exceeded the acceptable exposure level to TiO2 by inhalation,” and they called for regulatory standards for the use of TiO2, a potential human carcinogen.

The Latest Research

The latest study of this type, “Comprehensive Risk Assessment of the Inhalation of Plasticizers From the Use of Face Masks,” which recently appeared in the

journal Environment International, tested four types of masks for the presence of 31 types of plasticizers. It also investigated to what extent these compounds and others were released (and thus inhaled) during simulated mask use.

While “overall plasticizer concentration was similar in all four face mask types,” the researchers report, they found surgical masks and FFP2s (widely used in Europe) had high plasticizer release rates of around 4 percent (3.9 percent and 4.8 percent, respectively).

“Face masks are predominantly composed of synthetic materials,” most commonly polypropylene, polystyrene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polyester, the researchers wrote. The researchers were part of the Environmental and Water Chemistry for Human Health (ONHEALTH) group within the Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research in Barcelona, Spain.

Manufacturers also incorporate additives such as phthalates and organophosphate esters (OPEs) into masks as plasticizers “to increase softness and flexibility, or as a flame retardant,” the researchers stated. Other chemical compounds found in masks include heavy metals, PFAS, and VOCs.

In the ONHEALTH study, the average plasticizer concentrations found in different mask types were:

7.27 micrograms in surgical masks, 8.61 micrograms in reusable masks, 11.0 micrograms in KN-95 masks, and 13.9 micrograms in FFP2 masks.

Inhalation Simulation Tests

To investigate the amounts of plasticizers the masks released, the researchers conducted inhalation experiments on paper-mâché dummy heads to replicate typical use in humans. The findings showed that higher temperatures mimicking human breathing caused higher release of plastic additives. “The high-temperature condition [in the experiment] presents the worst-case scenario for the release of plastic

additives,” the researchers wrote.

The amounts of compounds the masks released varied widely, ranging from 0.1 percent to 95 percent depending on the specific compound and mask type.

“Notably, OPEs exhibited a mean release percentage of 1.0 [percent], similar to phthalates, which showed a 1.2 [percent] release,” the researchers wrote.

The mask types with the highest overall release rates were surgical masks and FFP2s (3.9 percent and 4.8 percent, respectively). The reusable masks showed the lowest release rate, averaging 0.6 percent. The release rate of KN-95s was 1.2 percent. One surgical mask showed a release rate of one compound, acetyl tributyl citrate, a potential endocrine disruptor, of 95 percent.

Masks ‘An Additional Exposure Pathway’ Importantly, the values for the specific compounds the study tested for “remained below the established threshold limits,” the researchers wrote. However, plasticizers are present in more than just masks; they are commonly incorporated into toys, food packaging, clothing, cosmetics, cleaning products, and other items most people come into contact with daily.

Face masks “represent an additional exposure pathway that, when considered alongside other more predominant routes such as indoor/ outdoor inhalation, dermal absorption, and dietary intake, makes the total exposure worthy of consideration,” the researchers wrote.

“Due to the proven exposure to plasticizers, the genotoxic, immunotoxic, and teratogenic [birth defect] risk remains regardless of the calculated values, particularly for children, pregnant women, and other risk groups.”

Plasticizers have been found in pregnant women’s blood and have been implicated in the dramatic drop in global sperm counts over the past 50 years, raising concern that these chemicals damage fertility and the health of future generations.

cant change in oxy-Hb levels was observed during static stretching with movement in one direction.

“By combining the types of exercise that easily increase blood flow in the PFC identified in this study, it is possible to develop an exercise program that everyone can easily engage in to improve children’s executive functions. It may also be used in the future to prevent cognitive decline in adults and the elderly,” explains Naito optimistically.

In conclusion, this groundbreaking study represents a significant step forward in combating sedentary lifestyles and activating brain functions in children, thereby sup-

porting their physical and mental growth. Although this study demonstrated that even short-duration, low-intensity exercise can increase cerebral blood flow in the prefrontal cortex, future research is needed to confirm whether such exercises actually lead to improved cognitive function.

Reference: Title of original paper: Hemodynamics of shortduration lightintensity physical exercise in the prefrontal cortex of children: a functional nearinfrared spectroscopy study

Journal: Scientific Reports DOI: 10.1038/s41598-02466598-6

Valley News/ Pavel Danilyuk photo (pexels.com)

EVMWD contracts for cost of service study

Joe Naiman Special to Valley News

In November 1996 the state’s voters passed Proposition 218, which requires a public vote on benefit assessments but exempts water and sewer rate increases if a cost of service study shows a relationship between the rates and the agency’s cost to provide service. On September 12 the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District board approved a professional services contract for a water, recycled water, and wastewater cost of service and rate study. The board’s 5-0 vote approved a professional services agree-

ment with IB Consulting, which is based in Temecula, to conduct the studies. IB Consulting will be paid $398,712, and the studies will also address updates of the district’s water shortage surcharge and financial plan. A rate setting policy can be in effect for up to five years and must include a rate design and public review. IB Consulting conducted a rate study and financial plan update in 2021, but increased operating costs warranted an updated study prior to 2026. Later this fall the district will be commencing the work to adopt the biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 (the process

will include workshops as well as staff development of anticipated revenues and expenses, and the two-year budget will likely be approved by the EVMWD board in spring 2025). On June 12 EVMWD staff issued a request for proposals for a comprehensive water, recycled water, and wastewater cost of service and rate study, a water shortage surcharge update, and a financial plan update along with additional as-needed services. The scope of services was divided into phases. Phase 1a will be the rate study, cost of service analysis, and consumption analysis. Phase 1b will be the water shortage sur-

charge update. Phase 2 will review and update the rate model and financial plan, and that phase will also cover any as-needed financial services. Two proposals were received by the July 12 deadline. An evaluation committee reviewed the proposals and based on firm qualifications, experience, cost, proposal quality, and project understanding recommended IB Consulting as the more qualified company. The term of the contract is for four years, and an optional fouryear extension will be evaluated after the completion of the initial four-year term. The comprehen-

sive cost of service and rate studies will evaluate the district’s existing rates and rate structure, provide specific recommendations with an emphasis on exploring a rate structure with higher recovery of fixed costs, and identify fair and equitable fees and rates for Elsinore Division water, Temescal Division water, recycled water, and wastewater customers. After the first two years a financial plan review and update will be conducted to ensure that the previously-adopted rates are sufficient to support the new two-year budget.

EVMWD approves two task orders with Ferreira Coastal Construction

Joe Naiman Special to Valley News

The September 12 Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District board meeting included two 5-0 votes to approve task orders with Ferreira Coastal Construction Company.

One action approved a $159,000 task order for the Rancho Cucamonga company to replace the chemical dosing lines at the Horsethief 1 Pump Station. The other approved motion authorized a $133,000 task order to replace tee valves at the Lakeshore booster station.

The Horsethief 1 Pump Station is located in the 26600 block of Hostettler Road. The chlorine dosing is a critical chlorine injection station on the Temescal Valley

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Pipeline. Water travels 13 miles south from the Western Municipal Water District connection into the EVMWD service area. The Elsinore Valley district has no control over chlorine residual received from Western, so chemical addition at the Horsethief 1 Pump Station site allows EVMWD adjustment of the residual as it enters into the valley. That optimizes water quality as the water supply enters the system and mitigates the effects of water aging.

The original dosing lines were installed more than twenty years ago and are located in a confined space vault in the middle of Temescal Valley Road. Maintenance in the vault is labor-intensive due to safety and traffic control requirements. In 2022 EVMWD staff

be painful to pay for it.

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undertook alterations to the system to improve safety and access to the dosing lines. The concept was proven to be beneficial, but the alterations were not large enough. EVMWD staff has designed a new chemical dosing configuration which will improve future system reliability and staff safety. The work will include replacing the existing two-inch lines with threeinch and six-inch lines.

The Lakeshore booster station is in the 2000 block of Lakeshore Drive. The original 33-inch loop pipeline was installed in 1956 as the main supply line to Elsinore Valley communities. In the mid1990s tees were added to supply water to surrounding neighborhoods from that 30-inch pipe. Three of the existing five tees have failed in the last five years due to corrosion, and the replacement of the remaining two tees will prevent future failure and ensure proper valve operation during emergencies.

EVMWD staff advertised bids for both projects on June 14. Ferreira provided proposals for both.

on Temescal Canyon Road just north of the pump station. The 36-inch transmission main in the road is deep enough to require a large excavator and trench shoring to complete the project. The work will excavate and remove existing 36-inch by 2-inch stainless steel tapping saddle and two-inch dosing return line and replace those with 36-inch by 6-inch tapping saddle and new 3-inch epoxycoated dosing return line.

Substantial traffic control will be required due to the volume of traffic in the area and the work location being in the road right-ofway, and Ferreira will also develop and implement a traffic control plan which will include flaggers. Ferreira will be responsible for providing all safety equipment and obtaining all necessary permits from impacted stakeholders.

Work hours are limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and shutdowns will only be performed on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. The work will be completed within 45 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed is issued.

The excavation and renovation for the Horsethief 1 Pump Station dosing lines replacement will be

We are seeking a proactive, detail-orientated individual to join our team. Candidate must possess exceptional organizational and communication skills. Provides administrative support to ensure efficient office operations. Proven experience in administration or a customer service role. Manage schedules and correspondence, organize meetings, maintain confidentiality. Benefit package included. To apply, email cover letter and resume to: mzavala@palacasino.com

Ferreira will excavate the area around the pipe, specifically 10 1/2 feet to the top of the pipe and 13 1/2 feet to the bottom of the pipe. The workers will trench approximately 33 feet across the road toward the building to install the three-inch epoxy-coated pipe. The 36-inch ductile iron pipe will be drained through a two-inch corporation stop valve, which will need to be pumped out (water from the ductile iron pipe will only be drained just below the top of the pipe, and the volume may exceed 10,000 gallons). All excavations and trenches will be backfilled to meet County of Riverside compaction requirements (clean native soil may be used if no rocks or debris are present).

Both of the Lakeshore booster station valve tees which will be replaced are within 400 feet of that booster station. The work will include two separate excavations on Lakeshore Drive near the booster station. The depth to the top of the existing 12-inch valve operator nut is approximately three feet from grade nearest the booster station and eight feet deep at Avenue 9. The task order calls for the valve tee work to be complete by December 31.

Rancho Water named 2024 Large Business of the Year by the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce

MURRIETA — Rancho California Water District (Rancho Water/ District) is proud to announce that it was recently named as the 2024 Large Business of the Year at the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards ceremony, held on September 14, 2024. The prestigious award recognizes excellence in business practices, community engagement, and leadership within the region. Rancho Water emerged as the winner among dozens of highly respected companies competing for the title.

John Rossi, Rancho Water Board President expressed his gratitude and pride in the recognition: “This award is a testament to the

dedication of our entire team and their commitment to serving the community with excellence. We are proud to be part of the Murrieta community that values innovation, sustainability, and partnership.” Rancho Water’s General Manager, Jason Martin, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration: “Rancho Water is honored to be recognized among so many outstanding businesses. Our focus has always been on working for our community by providing forward-thinking water solutions, adapting to the evolving needs of this diverse area, and being a productive partner to our cities of Murrieta and Temecula. This

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award reflects our high value on community and leadership.”

The Large Business of the Year award recognizes organizations that deliver exceptional contributions to their industry, a commitment to leadership and training, and active involvement in community initiatives. Rancho Water’s recent accomplishments, including the expansion of the regional CropSWAP program, a management leadership and mentorship program aimed at professional development, and its engagement in important legislative advocacy for its region, have solidified its reputation as a collaborative, community-focused utility provider.

USDA and CDFA declare California free of invasive fruit flies

LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), and the California Department of Food and Agriculture in collaboration with County Agricultural Commissioners, are proud to announce that after a year of hard work they have eradicated all populations of invasive fruit flies from California. This significant achievement is a testament to the hard work of their agencies and the critical support from the public.

“Invasive fruit flies are among the most destructive and costly pests globally, threatening more than 400 species of fruits and vegetables, including many of California’s most valuable crops such as oranges, grapes, mangoes, blueberries, and tomatoes,” said USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny L. Moffitt.

“The eradication of these pests marks a major victory for California’s agricultural economy,” Moffitt said.

The joint eradication effort addressed infestations from five introduced species: Oriental (Bactrocera dorsalis), Tau (Zeugodacus tau), Queensland (Bactrocera tryoni ), Mexican ( Anastrepha ludens) and Mediterranean (Ceratitis capitata) fruit flies. With their successful eradication, quarantines have been lifted across Contra Costa, Los Angeles, Orange, Sacramento, San Bernadino, Santa Clara, San Diego, Riverside, and Ventura Counties, freeing thousands of acres of commercial agriculture from restrictions.

The 2023 invasive fruit fly outbreak was unprecedented, marking the worst of its kind in CDFA’s 100-year history. The outbreak

most valuable crops such as oranges, grapes, mangoes, blueberries, and tomatoes.

included first-ever quarantines for Tau and Queensland fruit flies in the United States and Western Hemisphere.

In response, USDA Secretary Thomas Vilsack allocated $103.5 million from the Commodity Credit Corporation to APHIS, enabling swift and effective action against the outbreak.

APHIS deployed hundreds of employees to join forces with CDFA and the agricultural commissioners for trapping, fruit removal, and survey activities. The team leveraged advanced eradication techniques, including the release of sterile Mediterranean and Mexican fruit flies to disrupt the reproduction of these invasive species.

The cooperative effort also included the application of an organic treatment called Spinosad

and the development of new regulatory treatments, allowing the safe shipment of commercial citrus out of quarantined areas.

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross emphasized the importance of public cooperation in these efforts.

“We are proud of what we have accomplished with the help of California residents. Your support was vital to eradicating these pests and remains essential in protecting our food supply and natural resources from future invasive threats,” said Ross.

Ross also outlined steps that the public can take to help prevent future infestations:

1. Declare agricultural products, including fruits or vegetables, to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials when returning from overseas.

2. Familiarize yourself with

local quarantines via the CDFA website, https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ plant/, and avoid moving or mailing homegrown fruit within or from quarantine areas.

3. Contact the USDA State Plant Health Director, https://www. aphis.usda.gov/contact/planthealth , about the legal requirements before shipping agricultural goods interstate or from overseas. Receiving agricultural goods from foreign sources can spread invasive pests.

4. Allow agricultural officials access to your property for fruit fly trap servicing, pest detection, or to remove fruit when necessary.

5. Avoid composting fruit or vegetables within quarantine areas.

6. Report suspicious pests such as maggots inside of your fruit to your local county agricul -

EMWD approves process to annex Oakcrest land

Joe Naiman Special to Valley News

The proposed Oakcrest development in Murrieta is currently not within the Eastern Municipal Water District or Metropolitan Water District of Southern California boundaries, but a September 18 EMWD board action will begin the process to annex that land into the EMWD and MWD service areas.

The 4-0 board vote, with Randy Record absent, approves two proposed resolutions request -

ing the annexation. One of the resolutions requests that MWD provide the terms and conditions for the annexation and accept the annexation of that land into the MWD boundaries. A jurisdictional boundary change will also require the approval of Riverside County’s Local Agency Formation Commission, and the other resolution requests that LAFCO initiate the annexation proceedings.

The Oakcrest project encompasses 17.26 acres northeast of the intersection of Clinton Keith

Road and Whitewood Road. The development would construct 243 multi-family residential homes.

The City of Murrieta was the lead agency for the California Environmental Quality Act review process. An Environmental Impact Report for the city’s updated general plan was adopted in 2011 and a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report was approved in 2020. In July 2024 the City of Murrieta’s Planning Commission approved a development plan permit and tentative map for the Oak-

How to keep your home purchase on track

Jane Kepley

Special to the Valley News

Buying a house can be a complex and lengthy process. Sometimes, a hiccup in one part of the chain can delay the entire purchase.

And while you can only control so much, there are some steps you can take to help prevent this from happening on your home buying journey.

If you’re preparing to buy a house soon, here are three things

you can do to try to keep your home purchase on track.

1. Talk to a lender first. Working with a loan officer before beginning your home search can help ensure you’re in the best place to qualify for a mortgage. They can let you know if you need to reduce your debts or increase your credit score before applying. Plus, getting preapproved by a lender can help you determine your price range and could give you a leg up once you’re ready to make an offer.

2. Know all the costs. You won’t just be responsible for the down payment. You should also prepare to cover closing costs, moving expenses, utility deposits and other fees. Your lender will give you a full loan estimate that can help you better understand many of the costs associated with your home purchase.

crest Townhomes project which included a CEQA exemption for the annexation proceedings since the subdivision would not create any impacts not previously analyzed. EMWD staff reviewed the environmental documentation and determined the exemption to be appropriate for the annexation actions.

Eastern will be the lead agency for the annexation process. The timeline targets the MWD board to provide the terms and conditions and approve the annexa -

tural commissioner’s office or to CDFA’s pest hotline at 1-800-4911899. Alert either office if a fruit fly trap on your property has been damaged or moved. For online reporting, visit www. cdfa.ca.gov/plant/reportapest/ or email reportapest@cdfa.ca.gov or contact https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/awm/contacts.html.

“We are deeply grateful for the public’s continued vigilance in keeping California free from invasive species. Together, we have turned one of our greatest challenges into a triumph,” said Ross. For more information on invasive insects or plant diseases, visit https://www.aphis.usda.gov/ plant-pests-diseases/hungry-pests Submitted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

tion process in March 2025. The September 2025 LAFCO meeting is targeted for approval of the annexation.

MWD has a per-acre annexation fee which is based on the calendar year when the annexation occurs rather than the year MWD approved the terms of the annexation. MWD also has a $5,000 processing fee which is collected at the time of the initial annexation request. The per-acre annexation fee exempts public roads.

3. Avoid large purchases and credit card debt. Your lender will take a close look at your finances – both when you apply for your mortgage and just before you close. Make sure you keep your income and credit score stable. It’s best not to open new lines of credit or put a lot of charges on your existing credit cards, as these actions can change your debt-to-income ratio and make it harder to qualify. Want to learn more about the homebuying process? Reach out for expert help on your next home purchase, contact Jane Kepley with Community Realty, Inc. at 760-622-0204 or kepleyrealestate@att.net.

Invasive fruit flies are among the most destructive and costly pests globally, threatening more than 400 species of fruits and vegetables, including many of California’s

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Chaparral Pumas dominate Great Oak Wolfpack 42-0 to retain City Football Championship

JP Raineri Sports Editor

TEMECULA - In a matchup that harkened back to their Southwestern League days, the Chaparral Pumas overpowered the Great Oak Wolfpack with a commanding 42-0 victory last Friday evening. Held at Great Oak High School, the game marked the seventh consecutive year Chaparral has defeated Great Oak, solidifying their status as City Champions. Chaparral’s dominance was evident from the start, driven by the remarkable performance of quarterback Dane Weber and wide receiver Caden “CB” Butler. Weber was nearly flawless, completing 84.2% of his passes for a total of 224 yards and three touchdowns. Butler was his main target, collecting 125 receiving yards and crossing the goal line twice. This game continues Weber’s streak of throwing three or more touchdowns in each of the last three games. On the ground, Jayce Venable contributed significantly with 34 rushing yards and two touchdowns, adding to Chaparral’s already formidable offense. The Pumas’ airtight defense held Great Oak

Modesto Nuts claim back-to-back

scoreless, effectively neutralizing their offensive efforts.

For the Wolfpack, quarterback Reagan Ricken struggled against Chaparral’s defense, completing 15 of 33 attempts for 140 yards. His top receiver, Ryder Parks, managed 78 receiving yards, while Ryder Smith added 44 yards on the ground. Despite their efforts, Great Oak was unable to breach Chaparral’s defense.

This defeat drops Great Oak’s season record to 1-4, a stark contrast to their success last year when they clinched the Big West South Division conference title. On the other hand, Chaparral remains undefeated with a 4-0 record, continuing their impressive run this season in the Big West North Division, in which they took second place last season.

Looking ahead, Great Oak will have a break before league matchups begin when they will face Corona at 7 p.m. on October 3. The extra time could provide a much-needed opportunity for the Wolfpack to regroup and strategize. Chaparral, meanwhile, will be on the road to face Mission Viejo at 7 p.m. this coming Friday in one last preseason matchup.

dramatic series against our Lake Elsinore Storm

JP Raineri Sports Editor

MODESTO – The Lake Elsinore Storm’s pursuit of the California League title ended in heartbreak as they fell to the Modesto Nuts in a dramatic three-game series. After clinching the first half Southern Division Championship and triumphing over the Visalia Rawhide in the semifinals, the Storm entered the finals brimming with potential. Their series opener saw the Storm take an early lead against Modesto, but defensive errors in the ninth inning allowed the Nuts to score three crucial runs, culminating in a 10-8 loss for Lake Elsinore. The setback was compounded by the fact that the team offered free tickets and complimentary hot dogs to 3,000 fans in an effort to boost community support.

Facing elimination, the Storm traveled to Modesto for their next matchup, which was nothing short of a comeback for Lake Elsinore, who dominated with a 9-2 victory. The team erupted for six runs in

the third inning and added three more in the ninth, ensuring a decisive win and leveling the series at one game apiece. Their final game, and rubber match, held on September 18, saw the defending champion Modesto Nuts ultimately secure their backto-back titles. The Storm held a 1-0 lead until the fifth inning, when Milkar Perez drew a bases-loaded walk to tie the game. Josh Caron then grounded the go-ahead run, which proved to be the game’s final score. Despite their efforts, the Storm were unable to score again, and the game ended 2-1 in favor of Modesto. Lake Elsinore’s season concluded on a note of disappointment, but the team remains a vital part of the Southwest Riverside County community. According to City Council Member Tim Sheridan, “The words ‘Lake Elsinore Storm’ and ‘community’ have become synonymous in our region.”

While the players take a break for the winter, The Diamond, the Storm’s home stadium, continues to be a hub of activity. In the coming months, the venue will

host events like concerts, boxing matches and the upcoming Micromania Wrestling on October 11, offering entertainment for

season.

In a very physically defensive game senior Rodrigo Garcia (58) fights off a Chaparral Linebacker Friday, Sept. 20.

Chaparral senior, Liam Porter (67), finds alternative means to stop Great Oak’s Ryan Bitton in their Week Four matchup.

Great Oak alumni, and current player for the LA Rams, Brenna Jackson enjoying last week’s Friday Night Lights with his mom (far left) and newly appointed principal, Amber Lane.

Valley News/Rob Davis Photography photos

Despite a Game 2 win, the Lake Elsinore Storm and Modesto Nuts faced off in a thrilling California League Championship Series, with the Nuts emerging victorious in Game 3.

Valley News/Courtesy photo

Paloma Valley volleyball extends winning streak to six with victory over Hillcrest

JP Raineri Sports Editor

MENIFEE – The Paloma Valley Wildcats continued their impressive run, securing their sixth consecutive victory with a 3-1 nonleague win over the Hillcrest Trojans on Thursday, Sept. 19. This victory mirrored their last encounter with Hillcrest back in September 2017, also ending in Paloma Valley’s favor.

The match provided plenty of excitement, with set scores of 25-19, 22-25, 25-14, and 25-21. While the Wildcats dominated the third set, they had to dig deep in the others to edge out a tough Hillcrest squad.

Paloma Valley’s standout performances included

contributions from multiple players. Lara V. Martinez was selected as the player of the match for her all-around performance.

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Juniors Lauren Kendall and Baylie Moore each tallied 8 kills, providing crucial attacks throughout the sets. Deziree Garcia, another junior, showcased her defensive skills with 6 blocks, while seniors Grace Liesemeyer and Hannah Welch added to the defensive efforts with 23 and 13 digs, respectively. With this victory, Paloma Valley improves to a 14-4 record for the season, having won seven of their last eight games. This impressive run has positioned them well for their next matchup against

the Hemet Bulldogs. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 5:30 p.m. The Wildcats will be looking to capitalize on Hemet’s recent struggles, as the Bulldogs are currently on a threegame losing streak and coming off a close 3-2 league loss to Rancho Christian (Temecula, CA). Hemet’s record now stands at 9-8, which could make for an interesting contest.

Hillcrest, on the other hand, saw their six-game winning streak come to an end with this loss, leaving them with a 9-3 record. Despite the setback, the Trojans put up a strong fight and demonstrated their capability to challenge top teams in the area.

Looking ahead, Paloma Valley will aim to extend their winning streak and continue their strong season. The upcoming match against Hemet presents an opportunity for the Wildcats to

Rancho Christian and Xavier Prep settle

the football field

JP Raineri Sports Editor

TEMECULA — Rancho

Christian and Xavier Prep ended their Week Four matchup in a 7-7 tie on Thursday, Sept. 19.

In accordance with CIF rules, overtime was not played as both teams failed to agree on the provision before kickoff.

Xavier Prep set the tone early, marching down the field on their opening drive to take a 7-0 lead.

Rancho Christian responded in the second quarter, leveling the score at 7-7. From that point, both defenses dug in, preventing further scoring and forcing the game into a draw.

The Eagles faced challenges throughout the week, most notably a change at quarterback following Blake Nadler’s transfer to Roosevelt. Junior quarterback Ben Roy stepped up but completed only one of his three passing attempts, connecting with senior Everett Glover for a 20-yard gain.

Senior running back Will Ford carried the brunt of the offensive workload for Rancho Christian, recording the only TD with 42 carries for an impressive 231 yards, averaging 5.5 yards per carry. His longest run from scrimmage was

further solidify their position and momentum in the Ivy League as they move deeper into the season. Send local sports tips and updates to sports@reedermedia. com

to 3-1-1 and Xavier Prep’s to 2-1-1. Players Nonso Metu, Lola Carson, and Will Ford were recognized as Rancho Christian’s standout performers of the game. Rancho Christian will have a chance to reflect and regroup,

as their next matchup isn’t until October 4, when they face Valley View at 7 p.m. Send local sports tips and updates to sports@reedermedia. com

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Will Ford carries the load for the Eagles in their 7-7 tie with Xavier Prep Thursday, Sept. 19.

Mason Stevenson (70) and Cody Horner (53) teamed up to sack Xavier Prep QB Joseph Berry.

Eagles LB Owen Matlock brings down Anderson Acosta of Xavier Prep for a loss. Valley News/David Canales photos

Paloma Valley’s Lauren Kendall (10) attacks at the net in their recent match against Hillcrest.

Paloma Valley’s Grace Liesemeyer (7) passes the volleyball.

Paloma Valley’s Lara V. Martinez (12) set a school record for points in a match, recording 36 while also contributing 25 kills, 6 ace serves, and 5 blocks.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group photos

24 yards. Despite Ford’s efforts, the Eagles struggled to penetrate the red zone in the second half. Both teams’ inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities left them with a tie. The draw moved Rancho Christian’s record

Wesolowski eighth in Barona Speedway main event

Joe Naiman

Special to Valley News

A flat tire cost Tom Wesolowski the final two laps of Barona Speedway’s September 14 Ball Auto Group IMCA Modifieds main event, but the Canyon Lake driver still finished eighth in his second race at the track on the Lakeside-Ramona border.

“Very happy,” Wesolowski said. Wesolowski, who is now 55, has been racing for nearly a quarter of a century. “I just kind of got back into it,” he said. He moved from Torrance to Canyon Lake 14 years ago. His father, Henry, moved to Temecula approximately 40 years ago. Henry Wesolowski is now 84 and raced at Perris Auto Speedway until he was in his late 70s. Perris Auto Speedway opened in 1996. Ascot Park on the Los Angeles/Gardena border closed in 1990, and Tom Wesolowski watched his father race at Ascot.

Henry Wesolowski finished the 2017 Perris Auto Speedway season tenth in the Street Stocks point standings, and he closed out his racing career in 2019.

Tom Wesolowski drives a Super Stock as well as a Modified, and in 2022 he was seventh in the final

Super Stocks standings at Perris.

He was tenth among 2023 Super Stocks drivers at Perris and was third in the 2024 standings as of September 14. Perris has not had a Modifieds class since 2022, when Wesolowski was 12th in the final standings.

Wesolowski did not race the Modified in 2023 or during the first months of 2024. “We’ve had it for a while, but it’s been sitting on a rack,” he said.

Wesley McCabe, who is Wesolowski’s crew chief, moved from Ramona to Menifee when he was 10 and has had some spectator experience at Barona Speedway.

Wesolowski made his Barona Speedway debut August 31.

“It’s the only place that races the A Modified,” Wesolowski said.

(‘A Modified” refers to Modifieds which utilize alcohol rather than gasoline for fuel.)

The Ball Auto Group IMCA

Modifieds had two heat races

August 31. Wesolowski was in the second heat and finished fifth in that eight-lap race.

The August 31 main event didn’t go as well for Wesolowski. “The throttle stuck and we stuffed it into the wall,” he said. “We had to put a new front clip under it.”

Daniel McCabe, who is the

Canyon Lake’s Tom Wesolowski finished eighth in his second race

Modifieds main event on September 14.

crew chief’s father, is also part of Wesolowski’s crew. During the September 14 heat race

Wesolowski tangled with Highland driver Tim LaBrake, and both cars left the heat early.

LaBrake apologized to Wesolowski between the heat race and the 20-lap main event. “Unfortunately, I hit him back,” Wesolowski said.

Later in the race Wesolowski moved up to sixth place. “We were running for fifth and sixth,” he said.

During the 18th lap a flat right front tire cost Wesolowski two positions. He pulled into the infield pit, but the checkered flag was thrown before he could re-enter the track.

“Had a good time. Unsuccessful, but super fun,” Wesolowski said.

Wesolowski and LaBrake were battling for seventh place when the contact occurred early in the main event. “He got loose, I got loose the other way,” Wesolowski said.

“I had a great time. Barona’s fierce.”

Wesolowski had started the main event on the outside of the fifth row, so eighth place was a gain of two positions from the original green flag.

“We’re working on getting it fine-tuned,” Wesolowski said.

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

CHAMPIONSHIP from page C-1 City Championship title firmly in their grasp. For Great Oak, the focus now shifts to recovery and preparation for their upcoming challenges.

Mission Viejo has consistently scored at least 31 points in every game this season, promising an exciting matchup for the Pumas.

Chaparral’s latest win not only reinforces their strong start to the season but also keeps the Temecula

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at Barona Speedway’s Ball Auto Group IMCA

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Chaparral senior Linebacker Shane Klingelberg wraps up Great Oak QB Reagan Ricken causing a fumble. Valley News/Rob Davis Photography photos

After a catch and run, Great Oak’s Mason Hines (18) gets stiff-armed Chaparral wide receiver Caden Butler (3).

Great Oak’s Ryan Ricken (71) holds the line in a very physical game versus Chaparral last week.

Vista Murrieta Broncos crush Temecula Valley 56-14 on the gridiron

JP Raineri Sports Editor

TEMECULA – Vista Murrieta High School extended their impressive record to 4-1 with a dominating 56-14 victory over Temecula Valley High School on September 19, 2024. The Broncos showcased their offensive and defensive prowess, ensuring their victory was never in doubt.

The game started with Vista Murrieta taking control early. Quarterback Bryson Beaver led the charge, completing 16 of 20 passes for 293 yards and five touchdowns. His precise throws and strategic playmaking consistently moved the Broncos downfield. Wide receiver Sean McCullough was a key target, catching seven passes for 195 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Rylan Duson contributed significantly with 57 rushing yards on eight carries, including a 46-yard touchdown sprint.

Vista Murrieta’s offense was nearly unstoppable, scoring touchdowns on seven of their eight possessions and punting only once. Key contributions also came from Tyler Caldwell, who made four

crucial catches for 35 yards and a touchdown, and Cash Bryant, who added another touchdown reception.

On the defensive side, Vista Murrieta was relentless. They limited Temecula Valley to just 204 total yards and forced three turnovers. The Golden Bears struggled to find any rhythm against the Broncos’ aggressive defense. Leading the charge was Shane Ramstad, who recorded two

sacks and two tackles for loss. Wes Gomes and Ty Cullors each added additional pressure, combining for five more tackles for loss and three sacks. In the secondary, Jayden Scott intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown, sealing the game’s outcome.

Temecula Valley’s offense, led by freshman quarterback Caden Chrisman, found brief moments of success. Chrisman completed 11 of 23 passes for 227 yards and two

touchdowns, with receivers Crew Allen and Jake Cella each catching a touchdown pass. However, Temecula Valley’s rushing game struggled, recording -23 rushing yards for the night.

With the loss, Temecula Valley’s record drops to 2-3. They will look to bounce back as they host Murrieta Mesa on October 3rd.

Meanwhile, Vista Murrieta will savor their victory as they prepare to host Chaparral on October 4th.

Both teams are eager to rally their home crowd support for the upcoming games. Vista Murrieta’s dominant performance on both sides of the ball has firmly established them as a force to be reckoned with in the Big West. Article contributions made by John Files. Send local sports tips and updates to sports@ reedermedia.com

Next Generation shines at Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro in Oceanside

JP Raineri Sports Editor

OCEANSIDE – The future of surfing took center stage at the Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro, ushering in a historic day with the youngest Final in event history. Fifteen-year-old Eden Walla from San Clemente made waves by winning her first-ever QS Final, becoming the youngest champion in the competition’s history.

Walla’s victory was secured with a stunning performance, racking up a 7.33 score to outshine 14-yearold Kiara Goold from Tahiti, who finished second. Walla’s achievement catapulted her to the top of the North American rankings.

“It means so much to me. I’ve been watching this event for so long and I just tried to channel all my energy that I had today into that last heat. I’m stoked,” said Walla. “Thank you to everyone watching me and supporting me, my sponsors, and my friends— they’re the best. Always have faith in yourself and always believe in yourself, and, of course, always have fun.”

Kiara Goold, competing in her first QS event, delivered a strong performance by making it to the Final. Her second-place finish now places her atop the Hawaii/Tahiti Nui rankings. “It’s super cool this being my first QS ever and I’m super proud of myself because I tried to make a big maneuver going for an air,” said Goold. “Even though I didn’t land it, it was still really fun and I’m stoked to make the Final. I want to say thank you to all my friends and family back home in Tahiti cheering me on. I’m really happy to represent the surfing community and island of Tahiti.”

Thirteen-year-old Ruby

Stringfellow and teenager

Eweleiula Wong (19) achieved equal thirds. Stringfellow made her WSL debut and eliminated seasoned competitors, including reigning champion Alyssa Spencer, before narrowly missing out on the Final against Walla. Wong continued to prove her mettle by reaching the Semifinals after overcoming North America No. 1 Sanoa Dempfle-Olin and Maddie Storrer. In the Longboard competition, youth also prevailed as 17-year-old Malia Ilagan from Ventura, CA, claimed her first cape. Ilagan’s composure and technique earned her the favor of the judges over 15-year-old Cash Hoover, who had earlier scored a perfect 10 and the highest heat total of the weekend.

to an already dynamic atmosphere. For full results visit www.supergirlsurfpro.

Vista Murrieta’s quarterback Bryson Beaver (2) completed the game against Temecula Valley with 16 of 20 passes for 293 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Vista Murrieta’s Shane Ramstad (9) applied pressure all evening on Temecula Valley’s freshman quarterback Caden Chrisman quarterback.

Bronco WR Sean McCullough (10) hauls in a pass as he finished the game with 7 receptions for 195 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Vista Murrieta’s Rylan Duson (36) breaks free for a 46-yard touchdown run. Valley News/Owens Files Photography

Vista Murrieta’s Shane Ramstad (9) had 2 sacks and 2 tackles for losses.

Valley News/Owens Files Photography photos

Eden Walla wins the 18th edition of the Supergirl Surf Pro this weekend at the Oceanside Pier.

Kiara Goold finishes second to winner Eden Walla.

14-year-old Eden Walla wins the Red cape as she is the Champion of the 18th edition of the Supergirl Surf Pro held at the Oceanside Pier.

Valley News/David Canales photos

Irish Whip on Illness: St. Jude Children’s Hospital fundraiser meets pro wrestling

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Children and professional wrestling have been linked for decades, with various organizations around the world embracing this connection. At the height of its pop-culture dominance, WWE (then WWF) took pride in creating family-friendly entertainment, which in turn led the company to make significant strides in offering hope, inspiration, and financial support to organizations like the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

During this “golden era” of professional wrestling, known for providing hope, good advice, and quality entertainment, one wrestler was especially inspired to give back and help children in ways far beyond the ring.

Paul Roma began his career in the WWF in 1986. As a young “stallion,” he quickly made a name for himself, standing shoulder to shoulder with giants like Andre the Giant and Hulk Hogan. His rise in the sport was marked by integrity and excellence.

In 1990, Roma befriended fellow WWF wrestler Hercules, a father of six who shared Paul’s desire to give back and inspire children. Both wrestlers realized the potential they had as athletes and TV stars – larger-than-life, comic-book-like characters come to life – and began considering how they could help outside of wrestling.

“Let’s you and I become a tag team,” Paul Roma proposed to Hercules. “But the deal is, we visit kids in hospitals, never turn down an autograph, and always offer help and encouragement whenever we can.” Hercules agreed, and the next step was convincing Vince McMahon, WWF chairman at the time, to approve their partnership. Back then, McMahon had complete

“But what will our tag team be called?” Hercules asked.

Paul Roma suggested the name Power & Glory, meaning “strength in God,” a reflection of Paul’s faith in the Bible. Surprisingly, Vince McMahon agreed to let them form the tag team under that name, a rare occurrence in an industry where McMahon held tight creative control over characters and storylines.

Power & Glory, and its connection to Paul Roma, still

A screenshot of a Victoire For Kids YouTube video features Paul Roma (WWE/ WCW wrestling superstar co-star Power & Glory The Podcast), Emir (Creator and co-host of Victoire Podcast Network on YouTube) , Rob Van Dam (WWE and ECW hall of fame wrestling superstar), Katie Forbes (IMPACT wrestling

resonates today. Recently, Paul Roma and Victoire (which means “Victory” in French) YouTube talk show creator and host, Emir, revived the name with their new pro wrestling/variety podcast, Power & Glory The Podcast Available on YouTube and the free SoCal Wrestling TV app on Roku, the podcast provides family-friendly, inspiring, and motivating content featuring top stars from professional wrestling across decades.

In addition, the Victoire YouTube channel hosts Victoire for Kids, a monthly special where a panel of wrestlers joins Emir and Paul Roma to answer questions about becoming a pro wrestler, succeeding in the business,

upholding morals and values, and maintaining conduct outside the ring.

Victoire for Kids is specifically designed to educate and inspire younger audiences about professional wrestling while raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Each episode includes a link to the official St. Jude fundraiser, with 100% of donations going directly to the hospital.

If you’d like to be part of something extraordinary that supports a hospital dedicated to improving children’s lives, while enjoying entertainment from some of the most inspiring names in professional wrestling, subscribe to @victoirepodcast on YouTube.

Fall and winter driving conditions require more caution on rainy days

Tony Ault Staff Writer

Southwest Riverside County cities have finally seen the extremely hot summer give way to the lower temperatures of the much-welcomed fall in the past few weeks. With that, a few rain showers came—one heavy and the other light—portending the coming rainy season.

With the rain comes the need for some wintertime vehicle maintenance and more cautious driving, especially with slick highways and schools back in session. First things first: get your vehicle’s windshield wipers checked and replaced, along with headlights and taillights as necessary. Tires should have good tread all the way around, and your brakes should be strong.

Here are some of the best fall and winter driving tips: When it begins to rain, be sure to plan your trip, avoiding deep dips and areas prone to flash flooding. Turn on your headlights. Give extra space to other vehicles and avoid tailgating. Slow down and avoid any sudden steering movements. Do not use your vehicle’s cruise control in wet conditions, and avoid standing water as much as possible to prevent hydroplaning. If your vehicle does hydroplane, stay calm and continue to steer in the same direction your vehicle is moving until it regains traction.

If the rain becomes too heavy and visibility is reduced, pull over safely until conditions improve. Keep your vision clear by ventilating your windows to prevent fogging.

Lake Elsinore

Although the Airport Fire, which has burned more than 23,000 acres, destroyed 160 structures, and left many homeless, is expected to be fully contained this week, some highways off Ortega Highway could remain closed for repairs.

Trabuco Canyon (Hwy. 74) is open from Lake Elsinore to Orange County. These roads include Trabuco Canyon Road, Trabuco Creek Road, El Toro Road, and Live Oak Canyon Road as of Sept. 21st.

Residents living in the closedoff areas can still be escorted to their properties. The roads may reopen depending on improving conditions and repairs.

Temecula

Major work is continuing on the I-15/French Valley Parkway project, with contractors working on placing rebar to support the retaining wall on the north side of I-15 and continuing work on the necessary drainage system. Earthmovers are busy shaping the earth along the freeway to make way for new collector/distributor lanes.

Drilling operations are underway to place supports for the future thoroughfare. City officials report the project is well underway and is still expected to be completed in the spring of 2025, hopefully improving the daily traffic congestion on the northbound I-215 from Winchester Road to Murrieta Hot Springs Road in Murrieta.

Murrieta

Caltrans has scheduled daytime work from Monday, September 23, through September 29, with

some Interstate 215 ramp closures between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., as well as shoulder closures. Nighttime work is scheduled from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

During this period, lane #3 and the shoulder will be closed, including the off-loop ramp at Scott Rd I-215 NB. Nighttime work will limit commuter access, but daytime access will remain open throughout the project. Crews are scheduled to work on both the southbound and northbound directions of Interstate 215. The project aims to improve the road surface, update shoulder rumble strips, enhance culverts, upgrade guardrails, stabilize slopes, and boost highway worker safety along the stretch near Murrieta, from 1 mile north of Clinton Keith Road to 1 mile north of Newport Road. All work is dependent on the contractor receiving proper materials for each job function.

Next week, construction crews will focus on several key tasks, including landscaping, guardrail installation, rock blanket installation, K-rail installation, and other related activities. Nighttime work will take place on the NB I-215 under the Scott Rd Bridge, resulting in closures of the righthand shoulder and lane #3, as well as the Scott Road off-loop ramp. Additionally, daytime work will continue in both directions along I-215 between Clinton Keith Road and McCall Boulevard in Menifee, spanning postmiles R12.51 to R20.842.

Menifee

The City of Menifee declared that within the next two months, the Holland Road Overpass, a

Capital Improvement Project, will open to through traffic. The new four-lane overpass from Hanover Lane over Interstate 215 to Haun Road is expected to help reduce local traffic congestion, lessening the time for residents to travel to and from the city’s major shopping areas.

Currently, there is major daytime asphalt paving work on Holland Road between Haun Road and Hanover Lane from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., beginning Saturday, September 21, through Wednesday, September 25, and possibly longer.

In addition, there will be nighttime northbound and southbound I-215 freeway alternating lane closures from Scott Road to Newport Road during the week. For additional information and to sign up for project updates, visit www. hollandoverpass.com.

Hemet

Caltrans is continuing work day and night along Florida Ave. (CA-74), from Winchester Road to Lyon Ave., with paving operations underway and the finishing of curbing and sidewalks from West Hemet to Valle Vista. The road will remain open with occasional one-lane closures.

Flagging operations will primarily take place at night. Radar detection signs will be in place. Expect delays of up to 15 minutes. There will be intermittent, short-term closures for equipment relocation and construction staging. While the first layer of work is completed, the second layer should be done by the end of the month. Work timelines are subject to change depending on weather and material availability.

Grandparents are celebrated by Soboba Tribal Preschool

Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Special to Valley News

Prior to Grandparents Day being acknowledged across the nation on Sept. 8, teachers and staff at Soboba Tribal Preschool welcomed families to the Soboba Sports Complex on Friday, Sept. 6 to celebrate. The gymnasium was filled with lots of yellow and orange balloons and signs declaring “You Are My Sunshine” to the invited guests. Preschool Administrator Lenora “Ponie” Mojado said the event was an opportunity to thank everyone for their participation in activities at the preschool.

The children had made crafts for their loved ones including coloring flowers that were laminated with the following verse on the reverse side: “Grandparents, grandparents make us laugh, love to play, when we get together, we smile all day.”

A photograph tag was attached to a chain to be worn as a bracelet or necklace and other handmade trinkets were gifted to each grandparent, great grandparent and even a few great-great grandparents who were there.

Marian Chacon has five grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She has two greatgrandsons attending the preschool this year; kindergartner Anthony Ortega, 4, and Brian Chacon III, who is in pre-K. Chacon was asked to give an opening prayer at the start of the event in which she thanked the Lord for a beautiful day where everyone could come together and be respectful and kind to one another. She asked for a blessing on all who were present as well as the food they were about to eat.

Guests were treated to a buffet brunch that included eggs, hash, chicken, potatoes, rolls, fresh fruit and a dessert table full of sweets.

Dondi Silvas has two grandsons plus a granddaughter, Loovi Burton, who is in kindergarten. She was at the event with her mother Yvonne Silvas, grandson Jovi, and Loovi’s other grandmother, Stacy Perkins. Isaiah and Maria Vivanco have a total of nine grandchildren and three of them, Jericho Vivanco, Kuyvaxish Mendez and Kwiinamush Maxcy, currently attend the preschool.

“It’s nice to see everybody here and to see the kids so happy; it’s good that the preschool brings everybody together to have a nice day,” said Johnna Valdez, who has three grandchildren who are students there. “I also like that they’re with their cousins while at school.” Kindergartner Palki Herrera has

attended the school since she was two years old. She was at the event with her grandmothers, Adonna Salgado and Monica Herrera. “I went to the reservation preschool when I was young,” said Herrera, whose grandson Gabriel graduated from the kindergarten class in June. “The kids have good relationships with the teachers, and they always do a lot of fun stuff alongside the set curriculum.” Salgado’s daughter Alylah, now

10, attended the Soboba Tribal Preschool and she felt it really prepared her well for public school. “It gave her a good foot forward,” she said.

Both women agreed that all their kids always make really cute things to take home, with this day’s crafty gifts being no exception. “I have all their projects hanging in the hallway of their play area,” Salgado said.

Other work throughout the zone includes electrical and pothole repairs.

There is good news on Highway 74 leading up to Mountain Center from Valle Vista: the historic Strawberry Bridge work is almost complete. The temporary traffic signal has been removed, eliminating delays, and concrete barriers are in place on the side of the newly constructed bridge, enhancing safety on the widened roadway. Motorists are still urged to drive carefully on the winding mountain highway.

San Jacinto

Riverside County Transportation crews have been working at night on Gilman Springs Road, running between San Jacinto and Moreno Valley from the Bridge Street signal west to Alessandro. More work may take place in the coming days. One lane may be open at a time, with pilot cars leading motorists.

Aguanga and Anza No scheduled work will take place on Highway 371 in those areas.

State Route 60

Caltrans contractors will perform work in the cities of Jurupa Valley and Riverside, from Wineville Road to State Route 60, State Route 91, and Interstate 215. Weather permitting, night work is scheduled from Monday, September 16, to Friday, September 20, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., extending into Saturday morning. All work is dependent on the contractor receiving proper materials for each job function, and schedules may change or be canceled at any time.

Nokaamay Garcia, 4, with (from left) great-great grandmother Alice Helms, grandmother Dwan Helms, great grandmother Diane Helms and great grandfather Bennie Helms at the Soboba Tribal Preschool Grandparents Day celebration, Sept. 6. Valley News/Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians photos

Marian Chacon with one of her great grandsons, Anthony Ortega, a kindergarten student at Soboba Tribal Preschool.

Maria Vivanco with three of her grandchildren who are students at the Soboba Tribal Preschool. From left, Jericho Vivanco III, Kuyaxish Mendez and Kwiinamush Maxcy.

Adonna Salgado, left, and Monica Herrera with their shared granddaughter, Palki Herrera, at the Grandparents Day celebration.

Grandparents Tara and Patrick Placencia with baby Layla Placencia and kindergartner Leilani Grant.

Biden tells quad leaders at Summit China is ‘testing us’

President Joe Biden hosted the leaders of India, Japan, and Australia at a summit in Delaware

Frank Fang The Epoch Times

President Joe Biden told leaders of Australia, India, and Japan that communist China is “testing us” with its aggression in the IndoPacific, a remark that was caught on a hot mic at a summit of the Quad alliance on Sept. 21.

The summit, which Biden hosted near his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, was attended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

After they delivered their opening remarks before the press, Biden told his Quad counterparts that Beijing’s recent actions were a “change in tactic, not change in strategy.”

“China continues to behave aggressively, testing us all across the region, and it’s true in the South China Sea, the East China Sea, South China, South Asia, and the Taiwan Straits,” Biden said.

“We believe [Chinese Communist Party leader] Xi Jinping is looking to focus on domestic economic challenges to minimize the turbulence in China, diplomatic relationships, and he’s also looking to buy himself some diplomatic space, in my view, to aggressively pursue China’s interest.”

The Quad leaders’ joint declaration did not mention China or Xi by name. “We are seriously concerned about the situation in the East and South China Sea,” the declaration says.

China’s economy is facing a crisis on multiple fronts, with disappointing August economic data for industrial production, retail sales, and youth unemployment.

New home prices reported a nineyear low in July.

Meanwhile, U.S. companies’ optimism in China has fallen to an all-time low, according to a survey published by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai earlier this month.

Japan has expressed concerns after a Chinese aircraft carrier entered its contiguous waters earlier this month, following two Chinese territorial incursions in August that prompted Japan to lodge a protest with Beijing.

In recent weeks, the Philippines has criticized Beijing for ramming its boats, blasting its boats with water cannons, and firing flares at its aircraft, with most of the incidents occurring around the contested Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea.

The Chinese regime, which claims Taiwan as a part of its territory, has been targeting the island with military provocations and gray-zone tactics such as cyberattacks. Taiwan’s defense ministry reported on Sept. 22 that it had spotted eight Chinese military planes and six military vessels in the island’s vicinity in the past 24 hours.

Biden was also caught on a microphone commenting on national security adviser Jake Sullivan’s visit to China in August.

“We see this engagement as important for conflict prevention and crisis management amid our strategic competition,” Biden said. “We’ve secured some gains in U.S.–China bilateral relations that are important.”

Before the Quad summit, Sullivan downplayed the idea that the Quad’s focus is on China.

“My point is that the purpose of the Quad is not to come together

A map of the QUAD nations: The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QSD), commonly known as the Quad, is a strategic security dialogue between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States that is maintained by talks between member countries. The dialogue was initiated in 2007 by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, with the support of Australian Prime Minister John Howard, The dialogue was paralleled by joint military exercises The diplomatic and military arrangement was widely viewed as a response to increased Chinese economic and military power.

around China or any other country. It’s to come together around how to construct a free and open IndoPacific,” Sullivan said. “And actions and policies that disrupt or undermine that are certainly not just of interest, but are going to be a matter of discussion for Quad members.”

Biden and Kishida talked about “their shared concerns about [the Chinese regime’s] coercive and destabilizing activities, including in the South China Sea” during their face-to-face meeting on Sept. 21, according to a White House readout.

The same concerns were also discussed between Biden and Albanese in their meeting, according to the White House.

The Quad leaders announced

several joint initiatives, including the expansion of an existing IndoPacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness initiative.

The leaders also agreed to a training initiative to help countries “monitor and secure their waters, enforce their laws, and deter unlawful behavior.”

Ryan Hass, director of the China Center at public policy organization Brookings, said Biden’s hot-mic moment “is sound and it is logically consistent with the way his administration has been approaching the U.S.-China relationship,” according to a post on social media platform X on Sept. 22.

“I expect the comments would be reassuring to allies/partners and unsurprising to Beijing,” Hass wrote.

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Gordon Chang, a senior fellow at the Gatestone Institute and author of “The Coming Collapse of China,” wrote in an August article that China’s aggression against the Philippines meant that Xi “has decided to move on a weak neighbor.”

“The risk is that an attack on the Philippines will lead to general conflict in the region,” Chang wrote, adding that such a conflict would pit the coalition of China, Russia, and North Korea against the United States and its partners.

The Associated Press and Reuters contributed to this report Printed with permission of the Epoch Times. To subscribe, go to subscribe.theepochtimes.com.

X complies with Brazilian court demand that led to shutdown

The step addresses Brazil’s Supreme Court demands, moving forward a months-long legal dispute over free speech vs alleged misinformation.

Owen Evans

The Epoch Times

Elon Musk’s X has named a legal representative in Brazil, according to the firm’s lawyers, complying with one of the original orders made by the Supreme Court in the process that led to the shutdown of the platform.

On Saturday Andre Zonaro and Sergio Rosenthal, who were recently appointed as X’s lawyers in Brazil, told Reuters that their colleague Rachel de Oliveira Conceicao was chosen as the firm’s legal representative and that they had submitted her name to the Supreme Court.

On Thursday, the lawyers representing X in Brazil said the firm was starting to comply with orders on removing content, another demand from the top court.

The Epoch Times has not been able to independently verify this claim and has contacted X and Brazil’s Supreme Court for comment. The legal move would address demands imposed by Brazil’s top court to allow the company to operate after it was banned in the country.

Block Access

Last month, Brazil’s Supreme

Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes

ordered all telecom providers in the country to block access to X, escalating a months-long dispute between X owner Elon Musk and the Latin American country over free speech and posts that the judge described as misinformation.

In August, X shut down operations in Brazil, saying that Brazilian authorities had threatened the company’s legal representative with imprisonment for failing to comply with what X described as “censorship orders.”

Earlier this year, de Moraes ordered X to block certain accounts, as he investigated socalled digital militias accused of spreading fake news and hate messages during the government of former President Jair Bolsonaro.

The inquiry—backed by the current leftist government of Lula—came after the Tesla CEO challenged a court order requiring the removal of certain accounts on X as part of alleged efforts to crack down on fake news and misinformation in Brazil.

The five-year investigation, overseen by de Moraes, appointed as a justice of the STF in 2017 by then-President Michel Temer, blamed the accounts for inciting

demonstrations across the country after Bolsonaro’s 2022 loss.

De Moraes has authorized adding Bolsonaro to an investigation into who incited a crowd of protesters to break through security blockades and breach the buildings of Brazil’s Congress, Supreme Court, and the presidential palace in Brasília on Jan. 8, 2023.

Forced by Court Decisions to Block Claims X claims it had been forced by court decisions to block “certain popular accounts in Brazil” and was prohibited from disclosing the targeted accounts. On August 13, it shared a document with the accounts.

“This letter demands censorship of popular Brazilian accounts, including a pastor, a current Parliamentarian, and the wife of a former Parliamentarian. We believe the Brazilian people should know what is being asked of us,” X’s Global Government Affairs account wrote in a statement.

Free speech and privacy activists have warned that Brazil’s enforcement of its ban on social media platform X, through fines for using VPNs, defines a potential battleground between internet

freedom and regulation.

Since the introduction of the penalty, equal to nearly a year’s salary for the average middleclass Brazilian, there has been a documented decrease in attempts to access X.

While some Brazilian congressmen have continued using X despite the ban, it is not known whether they are using VPNs.

Others, such as the country’s National Association of Journalists, expressed concerns on Facebook that reporters no longer have access to news reports from various sources, both inside and outside Brazil.

‘Draconian Orders’ X is banned in countries with severe human rights restrictions, such as China, Russia, North Korea, Turkmenistan, Myanmar, Iran, and Pakistan.

On Sept. 12, in an open letter to the Brazilian congress by ADF International, more than

100 international free speech advocates, including former British Prime Minister Liz Truss and “Twitter Files” journalist Michael Shellenberger, said that if Brazil is allowed to continue “in this authoritarian vein” other countries across the West “could likely follow in its footsteps, imposing draconian orders to silence speech and banning digital meeting places.”

“Heavy-handed government censors will use whatever tool at their disposal to chill speech—and as Brazil shows us that includes fining people for using VPNs to access disfavored platforms,” ADF’s senior vice president of corporate engagement, Jeremy Tedesco, told The Epoch Times by email.

Reuters contributed to this report.

Reprinted with permission from the Epoch Times.

Photo by Sangjinhwa - Own work, CC

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Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebrates history and fun

Diane

Sieker Staff Writer

The Hamilton Museum and Ranch Foundation hosted their second annual Founders Day celebration at the museum Saturday, Sept. 14, attracting a huge diversity of vendors and guests. Artisans and crafters, games, wagon rides, antique cars, contests and street food vendors enjoyed the breezy, warm day. This year’s event honored museum

Lincoln and Louise Hamilton.

exciting series of contests featuring down-home skills were held during the day, with winners receiving ribbons for their efforts.

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Funnel cloud descends upon the Anza Valley

Diane Sieker Staff Writer

Local Anza social media erupted with posts regarding a tornado/ waterspout/landspout swirling above the hills near St. Hwy. 74 during a storm Friday, Sept. 20. However, none of the labels were correct, according to the National Weather Service, San Diego.

“We got quite a bit of reports of that funnel,” said a Weather Service representative. “This was actually a cold air funnel - they form behind cold fronts like we had today - and they are typically harmless. They don’t usually show up on radar as they are highbased and have limited rotation on them.”

Cold air funnels form beneath showers or weak thunderstorms when the air aloft is especially cold, according to the NWS website. The funnels are most common in the fall and spring when the sun is able to heat up the lower levels of the atmosphere, causing convection to bubble up and form showers, but temperatures around 15,000 to 20,000 feet above the ground are quite cold. Cold air funnels are usually harmless, but on rare occasions they can touch down and cause EF-0 level (winds up to 85 mph) tornado damage.

“I was driving toward it when I got the crazy pictures of that thing,” said Anza resident Daniel Huish.

It is usually not necessary for the National Weather Service to

Three generations of the Nevills family display their winning ribbons at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration Saturday, Sept. 14. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo

While traveling through the Pinyon area, Daniel Huish takes a picture of a cold air funnel cloud Friday, Sept. 20. Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo

Rachel Madrid - 3rd

Sewing Non Wearable (15 and Under)

Eliana Nevills - 1st

Ardemia Lehner - 2nd

ANZA’S UPCOMING EVENTS

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Regular Happenings

Anza Farmers’ Market –Located at 56333 CA 371, Anza farmers’ market hours are every Thursday from 4pm to 8pm through October. Various farmers, musicians, artisans and food vendors set up weekly. Ample parking in the field and lot to the west and east of the field. The market is operated by the High Country Conservancy, a 501 c 3, and is a CA certified farmers market. Market Manager Annika Knoppel can be reached

at 951-234-1314 or email anzafarmersmarket@gmail.com

Anza Community Hall Swap

Meet - Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. $15 for a spot with membership. $18 for a spot without membership. Vendors wanted. The hall is located at 56630 Highway 371 in Anza. See membership information under “Organizations.”

Mobile Food Pantry – 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.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, call 951763-4226.

Bereaved Parents of the USA – The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-551-2826.

Free Mobile Health Clinic –Open every third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed. Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

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

Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza. For more information, call 951763-4622.

Greg Sandling at President. AnzaLions@gmail.com or Chris Skinner at Secretary.AnzaLions@ gmail.com

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 www.squadron59.org.

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Friends of Anza Valley Community Library – Anza Valley Community Library is located at Hamilton High School, 57430 Mitchell Road. The library is open to the public, but not during school hours. Hours are 4-7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Saturday and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Closed Monday through Wednesday.

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

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

Backcountry Horsemen Redshank Riders – Meetings 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 951-760-9255.

Health, exercise, resources and recovery meetings Fit after 50 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Friday mornings at Anza Community Hall. Free. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes. Call or text instructor Teresa Hoehn at 951751-1462 for more information.

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

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

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

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

Medication Assistance and Treatment for Opioid Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Route 371, Anza. For more information, 951-7634759.

Food ministries

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner – Dinners at 1 p.m. 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 nondenominational nonprofit. All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 951-763-5636.

Bible studies The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza’s Sunday Sacrament is at 10 a.m.; Sunday School is 11 a.m. Priesthood/Relief Society meets at noon; Wednesday, Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 951-445-7180 or Nathan at 760-399-0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 39075 Contreras Road in Anza.

Native Lighthouse Fellowship – 10 a.m. The group meets the first Saturday of the month, and breakfast is served. All are welcome to fellowship together at the “Tribal Hall” below the casino in Anza. For more information, call Nella Heredia at 951-7630856.

Living Hope Bible Study

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

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

Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – 9 a.m. Breakfast takes place the 4th Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff Crawley at 951-763-1257 for more information.

Anza First Southern Baptist Church – Begin your week with Sunday School for all ages at 9 a.m., followed by Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday nights, the church has prayer on the 1st and 4th Sundays from 6-7 p.m. and Bible study on the 2nd and 3rd Sundays from 6-8 p.m. On Monday evenings, from 6-8 p.m., the youth group (6 to 12 grade) meets for games and Bible study. Anza Baptist Church also offers Men’s and Women’s Ministries, a Homeschool Support Group, Summer Vacation Bible School and a Seniors’ Ministry. The church office is open Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza. For more information, contact the church at 951-763-4937 or visit www.anzabaptistchurch.com.

Clubs Anza Valley VFW Post 1873, Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post – The Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 59011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 390433. Request monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@ gmail.com. For more information, call 951-763-4439 or visit http:// vfw1873.org.

High Country 4-H Club – 4 p.m. Meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – Meetings at 1 p.m. 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 www. facebook.com/AnzaValleyArtists Anza Quilter’s Club –Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. For more information see our Facebook page or contact Pat Sprint at jpsprint@gmail.com or Ellen Elmore at luvtoquilt2@ gmail.com 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 www.facebook. com/LionsofAnzaValley. For more information, email president

Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 29 on state Route 371 in Anza. Call 951763-5611 for information.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the 1st Thursday of the month at the Anza Community Hall, 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.

Organizations Terwilliger Community Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all. For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.

From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon. Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission. Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 951-595-2400.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m. General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Single memberships are $30 and include discounts to events for one person and 1 vote in elections and meetings. Family memberships are $50 and include discounts for a family up to 5 members and 1 vote in elections and meetings. Business memberships are $50 and allows an employer to receive discounts for up to 5 people, including themselves, and includes 1 vote on elections and meetings. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets. Mail membership to: Anza Community Building Inc. at P.O. Box 390091, Anza, CA 92539. The hall is located at 56630 Highway 371 in Anza. For more information, call 951-282-4267 or email achageneral@gmail.com or visit www.anzacommunitybuilding. org

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 the 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 www. anzacivic.org.

ANZA VALLEY OUTLOOK

Anza Valley Christian Fellowship’s annual Big White Tent sale coming Oct. 10, 11 and 12

Diane Sieker Staff Writer

The Anza Valley Christian Fellowship has announced that their annual Big White Tent rummage sale will be held Thursday, October 10 through Saturday, Oct. 12 at the church grounds off Bautista Road in Anza. The event will occur from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Kitchenwares, shoes, collectibles, purses, linens, books, tools, toys, clothes, jewelry and more will be offered for sale all three days at deeply discounted prices.

Volunteers and church members will be available to assist guests with locating the perfect item or carrying loads of them out to their cars.

The funds raised by these yearly rummage sale events is used for various outreach ministries,

community projects and for church upkeep and maintenance.

To learn more, visit the Anza Valley Christian Fellowship on Facebook at www.facebook. com/groups/1532610550359135 or online at www. avchristianfellowship.org . The church is located at 55180 Hwy. 371 behind Jilberto’s Mexican restaurant and the entrance is off Bautista Road.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com

Shoppers will enjoy a wide variety of clothing and more at the annual Anza Valley Christian Fellowship tent sale Oct. 10, 11 and 12. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo

Sheriff’s Blotter

Diane Sieker Staff Writer

The Anza Valley Outlook

Sheriff’s Blotter is a list of calls that allows residents to see what law enforcement activity is occurring in their communities.

The Sheriff’s Blotter data is obtained from the official calls for service records kept by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. However, calls where the release of the information could cause harm to an individual or jeopardize the investigation of a criminal case are excluded.

All calls listed are for service within the Sheriff’s Department jurisdiction in the unincorporated areas of Anza, Lake Riverside Estates, Cahuilla and Aguanga from Sept. 16 through Sept. 22. Sept. 16

Harassing phone calls - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy Assist other department - 5000

block Bradford Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy Public assist - 3700 block Louise Av., Anza, handled by deputy Sept. 17

Grand theft - 5500 block Tule Peak Rd., Anza, report taken

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy

Check the welfare - 5900 block

Burnt Valley Rd., Anza, handled by deputy Sept. 18

Miscellaneous criminal - 5700

block Mitchell Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy Sept. 19

Danger to self/other - 5900

block Everett Rd., Anza, report taken

Suspicious vehicle - 3800 block

Cary Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Unattended death - address

withheld, Anza, report taken

Suspicious circumstance - 4100

block Terwilliger Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Narcotics - 5300 block Cahuilla Rd., Anza, arrest made

Assist other departmentaddress undefined, Anza, handled by deputy

Vehicle theft - 5200 block

Cahuilla, Cahuilla, arrest made

Vehicle theft - 5900 block Burnt Valley Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Sept. 20

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy

Open door - 4100 block Terwilliger Rd., Cahuilla, handled by deputy

Trespassing - 5200 block St. Hwy. 371, Cahuilla, handled by deputy

Sept. 21

Assist other department - address undefined, Anza, handled by deputy

Suspicious circumstance - 5600

block Cahuilla Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Suspicious circumstance - 6100

block Indian Paintbrush Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Suspicious circumstance - 3900

block Rolling Hills Rd., Anza, report taken

Grand theft - 6100 block Indian

Paintbrush Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Burglary - 4200 block Sweet

Bush Ln., Anza, report taken

Man down - address undefined, Anza, handled by deputy

Shots fired - address undefined, Anza, handled by deputy Sept. 22

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy

Check the welfare - 3900 block Tamscott Dr., Anza, handled by deputy

Follow-up - address withheld, Anza, handled by deputy Trespassing - 5300 block Cahuilla Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Assist other department - 5500 block Mitchell Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

Unknown trouble - 6000 block Burnt Valley Rd., Anza, handled by deputy

No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content provided in the Sheriff’s Blotter. Residents with information regarding any crimes are encouraged to contact the Hemet Sheriff’s Station at 951-791-3400. Criminal activity can also be reported through the We-Tip Crime Reporting Hotline, 909-987-5005 or https://wetip.com.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com

The Sheriff’s Blotter enables residents to know what criminal activity is occurring in their communities.

Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo

HAMILTON from page D-1

Robert Doran - 3rd

Pie Contest (Fruit) (16 and over)

Lori Jo Wood - 1st

Photography (16 and over)

Stacy Kuhns - 1st

Chris Skinner - 2nd

Stacy Kuhns - 3rd

Homemade Canned Pickles (16 and Over)

Tena Canhola - 1st

Homemade Bread (14 and under)

Ardemia Lehner - 1st

Maddie Magana - 2nd

Daphne Wentz - 3rd

Homemade Bread (15 and Over)

Julie Nevills - 1st

Mike Lewis - 2nd

Lori Jo Wood - 3rd

Homemade Cookies (14 and under)

Annalyse Rivera Sandlin - 1st

Kaia Wong - 2nd

Ronin Wentz - 3rd

Special thanks to Danisa Rawlinson, Viera Lehner and Domink Rivera Sandlin for their entries.

Homemade Cookies (15 and Over)

Shelby Lynn - 1st

Allison Renck - 2nd

Pebbles Lewis - 3rd

Dutch Oven Cook-Off

Stacy Kuhns - 1st (Dessert)

Michael Lewis - 2nd (Dessert)

Stacy Kuhns - 1st (Main Dish)

The celebration is a fundraiser for the maintenance of the historic Contreras homestead, house and barn where local historical artifacts are kept.

The Hamilton Museum and Ranch Foundation is located at 39991 Contreras Road in Anza. It is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The board of directors meets every second Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. The museum is actively seeking volunteers to be docents or greeters.

For more information about the Hamilton Museum, please visit www.hamiltonmuseum.com, email hmrf.Anza@gmail.com or call Allison Rencke at 951-7631350.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com

Rebuilt antique cars are parked at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration Saturday, Sept. 14. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photos

Vendors offer gifts, art, food, beverages and more at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

Monica Rue spins colorful fleece as part of her display at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

Anza Valley artifacts are exhibited inside the museum at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

A portrait of Lincoln Hamilton sits on the mantel inside the museum at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

Steve offers his Impulsive Creations wares at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

Susan Gonzales works on a new piece of leather art at the Hamilton Museum Founders Day celebration.

issue Tornado Warnings for cold air funnels since it is so rare for them to make it all the way to the ground and become a tornado. They are also difficult to detect on radar since they are very weak. Spotter and public reports are essential when cold air funnels are in the area. The NWS will usually issue a Special Weather Statement when cold air funnels have been reported - however, a Tornado Warning will still be issued if it is felt that a funnel will touch down.

“We drove right under it heading to the desert. It was very scary,” said local realtor Sharon Evans. A land spout was spotted in Anza August 16, 2018 during a severe weather event, with no damage from the rare event reported.

Daniel Huish and Stephen Meritt photos. For more information on cold air funnels, visit https://www.weather. gov/lmk/cold_air_funnel. Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com

Anza resident Stephen Meritt captures an eerie image of a cold air funnel cloud Friday, Sept. 20.

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