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Temecula taps resident input Tim O’Leary Writer
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Volume 15, Issue 40
VMHS wins Most Spirited School in America
Temecula officials have acknowledged the end of an era – an age in which the fast-growing city reaped sufficient tax revenues to quickly solve its problems, build its infrastructure and expand its services. see page A-5
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Mesa teacher placed on administrative leave Kim Harris Managing Editor A teacher at Murrieta Mesa has been placed on administrative leave following a report that he was involved in a physical altercation with a student. see page A-6
VMHS school spirit group Bronco Bleacher Creatures leaders Zach Scheer and Molly Stevens lead a cheer before students were told they had secured the title of Most Spirited School in America. Kim Harris photo
Kim Harris Managing Editor
Entertainment
GFWC to host Mardi Gras themed fundraiser Taryn Murphy Intern Move over February Mardi Gras celebrations – this fall, the Menifee and Sun City chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs plans to bring a little taste of New Orleans to Southern California with a fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 17. see page B-5
Education
Murrieta students of the month announced On Sept. 3, the Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce High School Student of the Month Recognition Program was held and five students were recognized for their achievements. see page D-8
Opinion
The titanium lady Jane Chastain Columnist In the last GOP debate, there is a reason Jeb Bush, searching for a suitable woman to put on the $10 bill, came up with Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan’s British partner in the Cold War. It was Bush’s proximity to Carly Fiorina. see page B-3
Thousands of students and administrators, along with representatives from Varsity Brands, gathered in the sunshine infused quad at Vista Murrieta High School last Friday. But temperatures weren’t the only thing rising, noise levels went through the roof
once Varsity Brands announced VMHS was the official winner of the title of Most Spirited High School in America. The announcement was made during a 9 a.m. Pep Rally on Sept. 27 after students were led into the quad by the VMHS marching band who weaved through the halls as students filed out of the classrooms and onto the grassy area.
Following speeches by teachers, cheers, band performances and even a rap by a teacher, the announcement was made and earsplitting cheers erupted from the students. The announcement coincided with National School Spirit Day, which was recognized by Congress last year. “Our students feel connected
to Vista Murrieta and have an ingrained sense of school pride,” Vista Murrieta Principal Mick Wagner said. “The family atmosphere and sense of community is apparent and genuine.” High schools across the country entered the contest, which called for a 90-second video, a 500-word
see SPIRITED, page A-7
New festival draws thousands to Murrieta for family fun and fresh Maine lobster Carlos Bazan-Canabal Writer Imagine having the “World’s Largest Lobster Cooker” pumping out 400 lobsters every 12 minutes while thousands of people wait eagerly in line to sample the delectable delight that is Maine Lobster. That’s exactly what happened in Murrieta this past weekend as residents and visitors alike converged on the city’s Town Square Park for the Murrieta Lobster Festival. Festival goers were able to enjoy a fresh lobster meal, live music, and good family fun during the first lobster fest ever to be held in the valley. Lobsters were cooked to perfection, as every batch coming out of the steamers was announced to the participants through a ringing bell, who then lined up for their own plate. Every meal included an either 1-1/4 or a 2-1/4 already chopped
see LOBSTER, page B-1
Debbie Rivera (left) and Roxy Jouglard have their picture taken in a fun lobster festival themed photo booth. Shane Gibson photo
Temecula kids celebrate Because Nice Matters Week and donate mural to city Shelli DeRobertis Writer TEMECULA – A painted purple school bus and lots of purple T-shirts were some symbols of “Because Nice Matters Week” that kicked off Sept. 21 in observation of Temecula Valley Unified School District’s (TVUSD) 5th annual program that’s observed district wide
on the last full week of September each year. The week’s agenda varied throughout the district’s schools, but they each had ways to share the anti-bullying message and reinforce acts of kindness. The program was spearheaded several years ago by a simple
see NICE, page A-4
[Right] Cristin Ellinger, first grade teacher at Jackson Elementary, looks at the purple school bus with her class on Sept. 22, as they discuss what the painted shoes represent after the bus stopped at their school for part of the annual Because Nice Matters week. Courtesy photo
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Traveling back in time to October 1995
John Hunneman Columnist With a new month comes our regular trip though time to remember the stories making headlines 20 years ago in Southwest Riverside County. October 1995 began with the skies above the valley filled with excitement as thousands of spectators turned out for the French Valley Air Fair held at French Valley Airport. Spectators witnessed a variety of aircraft performing barrel rolls, figure-eights and other stunts. Pilot and long-time resident Bill Harker, who helped organize the air show, called it a great success. Picketers marched in front of the SoCal Temeku Theaters in Temecula protesting the showing of the movie “Showgirls.” The NC-17 rated film was called pornography by protestors who said it should not be allowed in a family-friendly community like Temecula. After playing for about 10 days, the owners of the theater chain announced
they would pull “Showgirls” from the Temecula theater. “A muddy good time” was the slogan for the 19th annual Great Temecula Tractor Race which drew thousands of spectators to the community over a three-day weekend. More than 100 tractors – in all shapes and sizes – took part in the muddy event that included races and mud-surfing. “Heartache Tonight,” an Eagles tribute band, headlined the event and the Bruce Brill Memorial Chili Cook-off drew hundreds of hungry fans. The election season heated up with the most contentious contest taking place among the eight candidates for two seats on the Temecula Valley Unified School District board. There was far less rancor in the Murrieta school board race, where five candidates were seeking three seats, however Measure G, a $42.3 million school bond in Murrieta, was attacked by some as being an “unnecessary extravagance.” In other races, 14 candidates sought two seats on the Murrieta City Council and 11 people campaigned for three seats on the Lake Elsinore City Council. Elsewhere, a proposal to name a new park after Dave Dixon, Temecula’s first city manager who had passed away a month earlier, drew support from several Temecula city council members. The city’s Community Services Commission approved naming the park, located at the corner of Rancho California and Ynez roads, “The Duck Pond” prior to Dixon’s death. Council members
Pat Birdsall and Karel Lindemans, both members of Temecula’s first city council, urged the name choice be changed to honor Dixon. Their proposal was sent back the Community Services Commission. A ceremony was held to mark the completion of the widening of a one-mile section of Murrieta Hot Springs Road. The $1.8 million project expanded the road from two lanes to four between Calle de Lago and the Warm Springs Creek Bridge. After being asked for more than a decade, the U.S. Post Office finally declared Wildomar would get its own ZIP code. Almost two-thirds of the unincorporated community had a Lake Elsinore ZIP code which Wildomar residents claimed led to confusion and lost mail. The new ZIP code – 92595 – would be used beginning July 1, 1996. Murrieta’s Planning Commission approved several revisions to plans for the Murrieta Springs Mall to be built on the Golden Triangle at Interstates 15 and 215. Developer Donahue Schriber told the commission the mall was still on track to open in the Fall of 1997. Local residents could now catch a Greyhound bus with the opening of Temecula Stage Stop Depot in Old Town. This was the first regular bus service in Temecula since 1980. Finally, bad weather in 1995 resulted in a 50 percent drop in grape yield in Temecula’s Wine Country from the previous year; however local vintners declared the grapes that were picked were of excellent quality.
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Kim Harris Managing Editor The city of Lake Elsinore celebrated a milestone in safety on Friday, Sept. 25 with the official opening of the Railroad Canyon Road southbound exit ramp deceleration lane. Lake Elsinore Mayor Steve Manos said that the city felt a deceleration lane was necessary due to the high volume of traffic backing up onto I-15 during rush hour. “It was really backing up during peak hours along that portion of the freeway,” he said. “It was all about safely and we knew it needed to be done quickly to provide that extra lane to keep the freeway clear. We were concerned about someone getting hurt.” The project was completed ahead of schedule – 49 days to be exact – and signifies the first step the city is taking to improve the interchange, which is currently in the design and environmental review process, Manos said. “The next step is the interchange project itself,” he said. “Once the interchange project is done, that is going to make a big difference in getting people off the freeway.” Cost of the project was $860,000 with a portion of that being provided by Caltrans State Highway Operation and Protection Program.
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Local NICE from page A-1 plaque with the words “Because Nice Matters” that an assistant principal in charge of discipline at Great Oak High School, Judy Stapleton, ordered for her office. “It fit,” Stapleton said about the plaque. “I use it as a teaching point and it sprung from there.” Throughout the years the message has reached the district’s governing board, the Temecula City Council, and this year the Temecula Public Library on Pauba Road will become home to the permanent piece of art painted by students to remind others that Temecula strives to be nice. The 10-foot mural features individual hearts on tiles that surround the city’s campaign initiative, “Temecula Has Heart” and combine it with the District’s message “Because Nice Matters.” The large mosaic mural was
unveiled at Temecula City Hall on Sept. 22 at the council meeting. Artist Troi O’Rourke, of Barcelona Mosaics, donated her talent and time to piece together the artwork, said Laura Boss, spokeswoman for TVUSD. “Nearly all the tiles, paints and materials – as well as employee time – were donated in the spirit of kindness by Painted Earth,” she said. Painted Earth Pottery and Barcelona Mosaics Art Studios are both in Temecula. Boss said the city initiative formed by Mayor Jeff Comerchero was adopted by the City Council and purposefully named in collaborative support of TVUSD’s student campaign: Temecula Has Heart … Because Nice Matters. Stapleton attended the unveiling of the mural, and said that the collaboration with the city of the two positive messages has been an
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incredible experience. “It was the most incredible feeling to see the idea and people run with it,” she said. She said the concept behind the “being nice” campaign is not an expensive one, but rather one that can snowball and make people feel better about themselves. Stapleton added that she hopes the initiative becomes contagious and spreads to sister-cities, as well. The painted school bus is a traveling focal point that highlight’s the week’s anti-bullying message. In 2013 Temecula Valley students painted the bus, and last year it was decorated by Chaparral High School. This year Great Oak High School (GOHS) students painted the bus with water-soluble paint as part of a progressive art project with instructor Lora Sanders. The bus features shoes of all kinds, ballet shoes, hi-top shoes, cowboy boots, lace up boots, silly socks and bare feet moving around bold-colored phrases such as “stomp out bullying,” and “kick bullying to the curb.” The school bus made its rounds to
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Temecula Luiseno Elementary School designated Tuesday of Because Nice Matters Week to “Be A Buddy” day: Make a new friend today and make sure no one sits or plays alone at recess or lunch. For GOHS, Wednesday’s challenge was to “thank an adult on campus who has impacted your life in some way.” All schools in the district participated in the Thursday and Friday clothing activity, however. Thursday was designated as “wear purple and black” day, which represents internal bruising that can occur when people are victims of bullying, Stapleton said. “On Friday they wear all white, to symbolize a fresh start,” she said. For Jackson Elementary, the kindness theme will become a permanent fixture at the school, as they are slated to receive a friendship bench that will be part of a Boy Scout project. “It’s just for if a kid needs a friend … they sit on the bench,” Martes said, with a smile. To comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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Officials “generally satisfied” City Manager Aaron Adams deflected the critiques raised by Garcia and others in a telephone interview following the workshops. He said city officials were “generally satisfied” with the resident turnout, which he said was a reflection of a “busy demographic.” He said the city consultant – Adam
Sonenshein of FM3 Research – is doing an array of ancillary work as part of his approximately $27,000 contract to assist with the prioritization process. Adams said the workshops were simply a jumping-off point for the city to begin a dialog with its residents over how to proceed amid the fiscal challenges ahead. Future discussions will be held on the prioritization process at the council level. He said the city has considerable leeway as to when it will open the vacant fire station and community center, which would together require the services of 10 or more new employees and would only be partially offset by new construction. “That’s going to be a very important business decision and we’re going to look at it very carefully,” he said. Adams said Temecula has always relied on long-term planning and he and his predecessors have always been “very stingy” about adding new employees. He said Temecula’s outreach could serve as a model for other maturing cities that foresee similar budget crunches on the horizon. “It should be happening across the country,” he said. He said the city is doing its best to inform and involve its residents as it strives to protect its quality of life. “That’s what we sell. That’s what we market,” Adams said. “We’re being transparent and we’re talking about it.”
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Workshop shortcomings Some shortcomings were noted during the workshops. Turnout was lower than hoped. Several residents complained that the information was provided at a rapid-fire pace and photocopies of the 55 slides that made up the presentation were not available during the sessions. About 17 city officials – including three council members, about five department heads and the city manager and his assistant – anchored the session at the senior center. They nearly equaled the 23 adults and children in attendance. The Power Point presentation was sent to audience members who provided their names and email address after the workshop series had ended. Several audience members grumbled that they could not intelligently weigh in at the workshops because the data flashed before their eyes too quickly. One of the slides identified a “status quo” financial forecast for the city that peers five years into the future. During that period, estimates show that fire protection costs will increase about 4 percent a year, police costs will climb by about 8 percent annually and other city expenses will rise by about 2 percent. The city’s population is expected to grow by 2 percent a year over that period and revenues are expected to increase by about 4 percent annually. That status quo forecast assumes that no new employees will be
added to the city’s workforce over the five-year span. Meanwhile, the city has two vacant structures – a fire station and a community center – that are ready or nearly ready to come on line. It is unknown, however, when the city will be able to pay the staff that would run a fire station in the Roripaugh Ranch housing tract and a yet-to-be renovated community center that the city took over from a bankrupt YMCA chapter. Angel Garcia, who attended the sessions in Harveston and the Wolf Creek area, afterward said he was bothered by the low turnout, the “lack of transparency” and a failure by the city to further dissect its operations. Residents need more information in order to help determine whether there are ways to keep a tight rein on costs as the city matures, said Garcia, who has been unable to win a seat on the council in an election or via the appointment process. “We need to open up everything,” Garcia said. He also criticized the city for hiring a consultant to guide staff through the workshop and data collection processes.
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Workshops see minimal attendance The three public workshops were held in different locations in the city in mid-September. Each session attracted 25 to 30 residents and was anchored by 15 or more top-level city officials, council members and commissioners. They were aimed at detailing the coming budget crunch and to seek resident input and ideas. City officials said the meetings would serve as the start of an extended process to inform constituents and seek solutions that could include service reductions, fee or tax increases or a combination of those actions. The ultimate goal is to maintain the city’s cherished quality of life, Comerchero said during the session held at the Mary Phillips Senior Center in Old Town. “We are not going to let Temecula slide into mediocrity, and if the solution is painful, letting that (change) happen is even more painful,” he said. Some workshop participants, including longtime resident Wayne Hall, said they would be willing to pay new or higher taxes to protect city programs and service levels. Some others said they would do so as a last resort. Asked for a show of hands, about one-third of the residents who attended the senior center workshop said they would be willing to pay higher taxes to protect the current level of services. A smaller number signaled that they were unsure. Eight residents spoke out during the senior center workshop. A couple of them brushed aside much of the city’s message and lobbied for new or additional amenities such as a city aquatic center or a third sports park.
about two years ago eliminated 27 police officer positions through layoffs, attrition or by failing to fill existing vacancies. Temecula, Moreno Valley and other contract cities are grappling with the police cost increases as they collectively make a shaky exit from a deep recession that gripped the state and nation beginning in 2008. Since 2007, Temecula has grown by nearly 7 square miles and added two new parks, 47 miles of new roads and about 12,000 new residents. It has also trimmed its staff from 206 employees to 155, according to a “historical snapshot” prepared by city staff for the workshop.
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after it became a city in December 1989 with about 27,000 residents. The fledgling city maintained that regional dominance as it attracted car dealers, shopping centers and a regional mall. Those projects generated a broadening stream of sales tax revenues that helped fuel the construction of road and freeway improvements, parks, community centers, museums and a string of other amenities. The city has also amassed enviable budget surpluses – which now total about $24 million – as it runs out of large undeveloped parcels and its population approaches 110,000. Its population is expected to peak at about 150,000 residents. The city’s nearly $66 million operations budget for the current fiscal year estimates that revenue will grow by 1 percent. But city costs are expected to climb by 2.2 percent, a spending jump that will total about $1.4 million. Most of the cost increase – which does not call for adding any new city employees – is attributed to rising police costs. Police costs are expected to climb 7.6 percent, about $1.8 million, in the current fiscal year. Police costs have increased 13 percent from 2009 until 2014, according to a staff analysis done for a Temecula council workshop held in May. Temecula is one of 17 cities that contract with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for police services. Those cities say those contracts help them limit labor and liability costs by sharing the expenses of providing routine patrols as well as such specialized services as homicide investigators, bomb squads, SWAT teams and forensic labs. Much of the upcoming contract increases are due to current and future labor and pension agreements with public safety agencies. Furthermore, Temecula is expected to pay about $500,000 as its share of the cost to upgrade the Sheriff’s Department’s communications system. In response to the contract cost increase, Temecula will continue to leave three police positions vacant in the coming fiscal year. Other contract cities have taken similar measures, and Moreno Valley
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Mesa teacher placed on administrative leave following student accusation Parris said, adding that the district cooperated fully with Murrieta Police Department and RCOE on the investigation. In his email Ellis said it was important to not draw any judgments until the investigation was completed. “Until that investigation is complete, we don’t want to draw any conclusions,” he wrote. “We take these allegations very seriously and we are working closely with Riverside County Office of Education and Murrieta Police Department on their ongoing investigation.” Pending the outcome of the investigation, a substitute will teach Kim’s classes, according to Parris. Those with any information that would be helpful to police in this investigation, are encouraged report it to Murrieta Police by calling (951) 696-3615.
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“While Mr. Kim has taught the CTE Culinary Arts classes since 2009 when Murrieta Mesa opened, he is not a district employee,” Murrieta Valley Unified School District Spokeswoman Karen Parris said. “He is employed by Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) as a Career Technical Teacher for the Culinary Arts program at Murrieta Mesa.” The Murrieta Police Department investigation into the allegations was completed today, said Lt. Ron Driscoll with Murrieta PD. “School resource officers were assigned to the case and interviewed students and Mr. Kim,” Driscoll said. “We have completed that investigation and are in the process of submitting that investigation to the District Attorney’s office for review.” RCOE placed Kim on administrative leave on Wednesday morning,
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SPIRITED from page A-1 essay, two letters of recommendation and several photos demonstrating its school spirit. High schools from 33 states were represented in the contest. Vista Murrieta’s video submission won based on a nationwide vote and included footage from games, pep rallies, and student activities that epitomize a robust school spirit environment that seeks to include all students. According to Murrieta Valley Unified School District Spokeswoman Karen Parris, at least 85 percent of Vista Murrieta Students are involved in a club or sport and that is a number that leads to success in school on a variety of levels Varsity Brands Regional Impact Director Lee Tousignant said. “There are innumerable ways in which school pride and school spirit affect the students beyond what goes on in the classroom,” Tousignant said. “Not to mention that what goes on in the classroom tends to be a heck of a lot more successful when they have this kind of pride and spirit.” Tousignant said the video submitted by Vista Murrieta showed “Cohesiveness of the student body.” “There wasn’t a single person involved who wasn’t a part of that,” he said, a dding that the school was the whole package. “The school superintendent was just telling me that aside from the
academic success they have here, which he translates to being related to all of the spirit and pride they had that last year, they had zero fights reported on this campus. That right there is a perfect example. They have enough pride and spirit in this place that they respect each other so much.” In addition to carrying the title of Most Spirited School in America, the school was awarded with a check for $25,000. Vista Murrieta made the list of finalists September 10, along with Enterprise High School in Enterprise, Ala., Greenwood High School in Greenwood, Ark., and Richardson High School in Richardson, Texas. Fans across the country – from nearly every state – were then encouraged to vote online at www. nationalschoolspiritday.org through September 22, when Vista Murrieta earned the title of America’s Most Spirited High School. “We’re proud to host this contest after our research last year confirmed the connection between school spirit and student achievement, involvement and confidence,” said Varsity Brands CEO Jeff Webb. “We are on a mission to expand student involvement and promote school spirit in America’s high schools, and we’re pleased to honor Vista Murrieta’s pride and achievements. Their submission truly represented their unique school spirit and dedicated student body, in every activity
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VMHS Principal Mick Wager proudly displays the $25,000 check awarded to the school after being named Most Spirited School in America on Friday, Sept. 25.
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Murrieta Lobster Festival a big hit
O Entertainment catering prepares a batch of lobster to be placed in the large crane operated steamers at the Murrieta Lobster Festival. All the lobster served at the festival is live Maine lobster flown to the Santa Monica Airport and delivered to Murrieta once a day during the span of the three day event.
Dofo Olguin Jr. opens the lid of a large lobster steamer at the first annual Murrieta Lobster Festival at Town Square Park on Sept. 26.
A Murrieta Lobster Festival guest eagerly walks to a table to enjoy her Shane Gibson photos freshly prepared lobster feast.
Guests attending the Murrieta Lobster Festival at Town Square Park had two options of lobster plates, the 1 and 1/4 pound regular feast and the 2 and 1/4 pound jumbo feast. The meals served by O Entertainment catering come with a side of watermelon, coleslaw, a roll, lemons and butter.
LOBSTER from page A-1 lobster, watermelon, coleslaw, butter roll, and melted butter. Around 5,000 of meals were served throughout the three days the event took place. Held Sept. 25-27, eventgoers also had other options for those less hungry, or who wanted to complement their dinner with even more food. Along with the lobster theme, visitors could get lobster bisque, New England lobster rolls, and lobster fried rice. Roy Hasset, the organizer of the already famous Long Beach Lobster Festival, and now the Murrieta event, explained to Valley News that there were lunch and dinner options to visitors who for whatever reason could not or would not eat shellfish. For them, vendors were brought in offering smoked salmon, roasted chicken, Korean food, potatoes, dessert, and more. “The lobster is the anchor, and there (was) international food as well,” Hassett said. The Murrieta Lobster Festival was also successful in creating a fun, enjoyable atmosphere for the whole family. The live music lineup included 70s and 80s dance hits, blues, Creole, rock, country, and more. Visitors were entertained by bands such as Grand Junction, Stone Soul, West Coast Party Crashers, Men in Crisis, and BMZ. At one point on Friday evening,
A.J. Gibbs was teaching some “the best chicken and ribs.” dance steps to the audience with The 2015 Lobster Festival in music from Zydeco. Murrieta was a huge success with Children also had a blast at the several thousand attendees durfamily friendly event. On Satur- ing the weekend, and visitors are day and Sunday they played on the already eager to come back next inflatables, danced and had fun at year. Hasset said he was pleased with the children’s stage, and had their faces painted. All this while parents the outcome. He said he was happy enjoyed music, savored lobster din- to see that on Friday, just before the ners or watched college football or venue opened its doors, there was NFL games at the DirecTV lounge. already a small crowd waiting to Amy Malone from Santa Barba- come in and enjoy ra, who was visiting the event and the event. helping out at the Horizon Solar Power booth, said that she “loved Zydeco, and the 80s and 90s were very fun also.” She called the event “a great party, family and dance mix.” Malone was eager to have her photo taken at the Photo Booth, which included a plethora of costumes, cool accessories, and the possibility for visitors to email themselves the photo at no cost or to buy a print. In terms of the food, Patsy Dávila from Wildomar, who had her family visiting said that “she was enjoying watching her family having fun.” Her daughter Glori from Orange County “had never had such a fresh lobster, and it was actually fantastic.” Dávila actually did not try the lobster since she doesn’t eat shellfish, Eduardo Montiel preps a fresh-steamed but she claims she had lobster during the Murrieta Lobster Festival on Sept. 26.
Big Horse Corn Maze offers up fun for the entire family TEMECULA – A six-lane highway cuts through the center of where cattle once roamed in Temecula. The bunkhouse and ranch headquarters are still there but now are surrounded and lost behind shopping developments. The mill and granite quarry are long gone. Where once open farm and grazing land dominated the landscape, there is nothing left of those farm days save one row crop farm left which still operates on 165 acres. It is here, along with the farming operation, that Big Horse Feed and Mercantile has combined the charm of old fashioned service and rural lifestyle without sacrificing the demands of modern retail. More than just a feed store, Big Horse Feed is an experience, according to a press release issued by the store. Opened as a sideline to the Corona Family’s farming operation of more than 85 years, the family has been in the Temecula Valley for over 40 years and has seen the area dramatically grow and change from rural to urban. “Once my brother was asked ‘What was the top producing crop a farmer can grow in California?’ and his response was, ‘houses,’” said Rose Corona, owner of Big Horse Feed. Every October, Big Horse, which got its name from the way it was identified by the community as a result of the large draft horses owned and driven by Corona, will open its annual corn maze and fall festival this Friday. “Since draft horses (yes, like the
Clydesdales) were not a predominant or often seen breed around the area, people always knew where the Corona Ranch was located simply by saying, ‘Oh yeah, we know where you are. You’re the one with the big horses,’” the press release reported. Opening its doors in 1998, the store, which started out primarily with feed, expanded quickly into a location well known not only as a friendly equestrian retail store with a well stocked tack department, but also a retail experience that even a non-horse owner could find inviting and fun. Now known for its eclectic combination of equestrian, outdoor and lifestyle living retail products, Big Horse has created a destination location for the public from ages nine months to 90 years. A quick glance at the outside of the building is deceiving. Many don’t realize that there are items throughout the store ranging from reflection of a bygone era of nostalgia to the realm of high end jewelry and fashion. Well known mainstream department store and catalog lines such as Brighton Jewelry, Leather Goods, Tsunami and County Clothing Apparel, Roper and Ariat, shoes and clothing have helped to establish Big Horse as a retail store with quality items at good prices. To add to the variety, the Corona family also hosts a 12 Acre Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Festival every year during the month of October, a Temecula tradition in
This year’s Big Horse Corn Maze features a patriotic design.
Adults and children alike enjoy getting lost in the Big Horse Corn Maze.
the fall each year. Bigger and better than ever the theme for the design of the Corn Maze this year is “Freedom isn’t Free - #Proud American.” On opening weekend, Old-Fashioned Rock’n’Roll is the theme for this popular south Temecula destination. Saturday, Oct. 3, the Classic Car Craze will host a variety of cars
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Rows of corn are shaped and grown creating the maze each year.
from hot rods to antique and muscle cars along with a special guest the original monster truck – Bigfoot – will be on display all day with a car crushing extravaganza to watch in the afternoon. The event will offer rock and roll fun for the family. The following weekend, Saturday Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11 will be a Salute to our Military
weekend. Celebrities Kelly Packard, Debra Wilson, Kate Linder and Isaac C. Singleton Jr., to name a few, will be at Big Horse on Saturday. Kelly Packard is best known for her roles on “California Dreams,” “Baywatch” and as cohost of “Ripley’s Believe it or Not,”
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Blotter Transient arrested after dumping car in Lake Elsinore Kim Harris Managing Editor A man was arrested on Sunday, Sept. 27 after dumping his girlfriend’s car into Lake Elsinore, police reported today. Officers were dispatched to the area of East Lakeshore Drive and Townsend Street shortly before 6:30 a.m. following a report of a vehicle observed leaving the roadway and entering Lake Elsinore.
Officers were unable to locate the vehicle after arriving in the scene, but learned of an ongoing domestic dispute at a nearby residence upon further investigation. According to a Riverside County Sheriff’s Department press release, the dispute began Saturday night and ended when the suspect, later identified as transient Lyle Joseph Howard, 28, took his girlfriend’s rental car without her permission.
Upon returning to the residence, Howard and the victim continued the dispute. “Howard responded by placing the vehicle in drive. The unoccupied vehicle then traveled down the roadway and into the nearby lake,” Sgt. Ken Chaffin wrote in the release. Deputies were unable to locate the vehicle and contacted the R i v e r s i d e C o u n t y S h e r i ff ’s Department Underwater Search
and Rescue team at 7:15 a.m. to assist in the search for the rental car. The vehicle was later located, unoccupied, submerged under approximately seven feet of water and recovered from the lake. Howard was subsequently arrested for vehicle theft and felony vandalism. He was later booked at the Southwest Detention Center. Anyone with additional information is urged to call Riverside County Sheriff’s dispatch at (951) 776-1099, or the Lake Elsinore Police Department at (951) 245-3300. Lyle Joseph Howard Courtesy photo
Pedestrian dies after being struck by car
Kim Harris photo Riverside County Sheriff’s department investigators prepare to reconstruct the scene of a deadly accident that occurred on Rancho Vista Road in Temecula on Tuesday, Sept. 29.
Kim Harris Managing Editor A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in the early morning hours on Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to Riverside County Sheriff Deputy Armando Munoz. Mica Sherman, 22, of Temecula was struck by a car shortly after 5 a.m. She was pronounced dead on the scene at 5:22 a.m., a Riverside County Coroner press release reported Tuesday afternoon. The accident shut down traffic in both directions of Rancho Vista Road between Ynez Road and Mira Loma Drive, Munoz said. “We received the call at 5:05 in
the morning in the area of Rancho Vista and Ynez roads in regards to a traffic collision – a vehicle into a pedestrian,” Munoz said. “The female pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.” “The driver of the vehicle is fully cooperating with law enforcement,” Munoz said. “At this time it is unknown if alcohol or drugs is a factor.” Investigators arrived on scene and closed Rancho Vista Road between Ynez Road and Mira Loma Drive. The closure lasted eight hours while they reconstructed the scene. For more information on this and other breaking news stories visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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An early morning accident caused the closure of Railroad Canyon Road for several hours on Monday, Sept. 28. Lake Elsinore Police responded to the report of a single vehicle collision on Railroad Canyon Road east of Grape Street in Lake Elsinore at 2:50 a.m. Upon their arrival, officers located a Pontiac Grand Prix lying on its roof on the shoulder of the eastbound lanes of Railroad Canyon Road which was closed while police conducted their investigation into the incident. The driver of the vehicle, a male from Temecula, was suffering from minor injuries as a result of the collision, Riverside County Sheriff
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Department Spokesman Deputy Armando Munoz said. “The driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries,” Munoz said. The driver may have been under the influence, according to a press release issued by the agency. “The investigation revealed the Pontiac Grand Prix was traveling west on Railroad Canyon Road when the driver lost control of the vehicle and struck a light pole. The investigation also revealed the driver was possibly driving under the influence of a controlled substance,” the press release reported. Anyone with additional information is urged to call Riverside County Sheriff’s dispatch at (951) 776-1099, or the Lake Elsinore Police Department at (951) 2453300.
for gold and much more. Show your skill in the pie eating contest and potato sack races. Every weekend will be corny and crazy with the Pumpkin Patch and pay to play activities including the corn maze, pony rides, hay ride, pillow jump, rock wall, corn cannon, face painting, duck races, rock wall, football throw, baseball swing, soccer kick, gem mining and more. There are many family friendly free activities to enjoy in our animal sharing center, mini maze, corn boxes, excavator scoops, pig races, hoola hoop contest, pie eating contest, pumpkin bowling, and bean bag toss. The Pumpkin Patch is open every day and the corn maze will be open Tuesday through Friday beginning Oct. 3. The Corn Maze will also be open Monday, Oct. 26. On Halloween the maze and pumpkin patch will be open only until 3 p.m. The Big Horse Corn Maze is open for field trips for pre-school and younger primary school children. Field trip students all receive an educational presentation from Big Horse Scarecrows as well as a walk around our animal sharing center and a trip to the pumpkin patch on a hay wagon ride. To schedule a field trip or for more information, visit www. bighorsecornmaze.com.
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Governor Brown needs to put his money where his mouth is and restore VLF funding to local cities Kim Harris Managing Editor Governor Jerry Brown’s veto of SB 25 shows just how out of touch he is with Southern California. The bill would have infused much needed cash to California’s four newest cities including Wildomar and Menifee. In a letter sent to members of the California State Senate, dated on Sept. 22, the same day he vetoed the bill, Brown wrote that the bill would result in “additional long term costs to the general fund that the state’s budget cannot afford.” Brown wrote that his approval of SB 107 will provide approximately
$24 million dollars in fiscal relief to the four cities. But SB 107 emerged on the last day of session and was quickly routed without a hearing to the Assembly Floor where it passed after some debate. The bill forgives nearly $24 million dollars in debt that is owed to Cal Fire by the four cities. That is but a small win for these cities who still struggle for funding for police protection or infrastructure which is sorely needed in those cities. Senator Jeff Stone (R-Temecula) seems to think that Governor Brown has some vendetta against Riverside County. Brown’s actions in the past – constantly shooting down bills designed to help the people of our fine
county – indicate that may be true. However, I believe that this move just goes to show how out of touch our governor is to the needs of those of us in Southern California and the Inland Empire as a whole. By going back on its promises to give new cities Vehicle License Fee funding, the governor’s actions set the four newest cities in the state up for failure. Here is some food for thought; In May, Governor Brown seemed to think it appropriate to appoint a panel that approved a 3 percent pay raise for him as well as state legislatures and many other officials. In the past two years, pay for those at the state level was increased by a total
of 7.3 percent, but yet, he refused to sign SB 25 into law giving the cities the money they are owed in vehicle licensing funds, because the state can’t afford it. Really? The way I see it, state leaders have failed to deal with many things that concern our citizens in the proper manner – including the drought, crumbling roadways and other lack of infrastructure. Shouldn’t raises be based on merit? Because if that is the case, none of those raises over the past two years were deserved by those who happily deposit that money in their bank accounts. Meanwhile, cities like Menifee
anytime, anywhere inspections by our people, not his, we, the United States of America, will make it as difficult as possible to move money around the global financial system.” That was the setup. Here’s her kicker: “We can do that. We don’t need anyone’s cooperation to do it. And every ally and every adversary we have in this world will know that the United States of America is back in the leadership business!” The crowd was ecstatic. Then, her emotions on edge but in check, she challenged the president and the Democratic front-runner to watch the videotapes put out by the Center for Medical Progress of an interview with a technician who was instructed on how to harvest the brain of a child delivered alive at 19 weeks gestation while its tiny limbs were moving. (Yes, it was another 19-week old child shown in a cold metal bowl on that video to illustrate the point. So what?) Next, Fiorina delivered this message to GOP congressional leaders: “(I)f we will not stand up and force President Obama to veto this bill (defunding Planned Parenthood), shame on us!” Titanium also is capable of withstanding very low temperatures as Carly demonstrated with that icy stare she gave Donald Trump when confronted with the comments he made about her face.
I’m one of those who believe that our government was never intended to support a political class and will work better with a capable, resolute, informed leader with a record of accomplishment in the real world as president. A number of outsiders are beginning to demonstrate that they are capable of handing this job. Unfortunately, Donald Trump isn’t one of them. So far, all he has done is promise that, when the time comes, he will be ready. That is hard to believe when he hasn’t demonstrated that he has enough discipline to master a few facts for the debates. There are times when the best man for the job is a woman and this may just be one of those times – but not just any woman – we need one as strong and as durable as titanium. Jane Chastain is a Southern California-based broadcaster, author and political commentator. Despite her present emphasis on politics, Jane always will be remembered as the nation’s first female TV sportscaster, spending 17 years on the sports beat. Jane blogs at JaneChastain.com. She is a pilot who lives on a private runway. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
The titanium lady Jane Chastain Columnist In the last GOP debate, there is a reason Jeb Bush, searching for a suitable woman to put on the $10 bill, came up with Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan’s British partner in the Cold War. It was Bush’s proximity to Carly Fiorina. The former Hewlett Packard CEO just naturally causes one to think of Lady Thatcher who was the longest-serving British prime minister in the 20th century and the only woman to have attained that high office. Some would say that Fiorina was channeling the ghost of Margaret Thatcher as she calmly laid out her vision for a United States that is capable of taking on Vladimir Putin, ISIS and the rest of the world if needed. These are perilous times for our country. There is no place for the undecided, the faint-hearted or political correctness. The chaff is quickly being separated from the wheat in this bulging GOP field of presidential wannabes. Margaret Thatcher was known as the Iron Lady, but we need something even stronger. Pure iron is relatively soft. However, when combined with a small amount of carbon it becomes steel, one of the strongest alloys on earth.
Thatcher and Reagan became the perfect alloy against the Soviet Union. However, after eight years of Barack Obama, very few countries are willing to trust us anymore, making such an alloy, or alliance, unlikely. The U.S., under new leadership, must prove itself again to many of our former allies. In short, we must be willing to lead and, when necessary, go it alone. Titanium is as strong as the best steels, but less dense – a perfect description for the petite Carly Fiorina. Furthermore, titanium doesn’t corrode and weathers the test of time. Titanium can withstand higher temperatures than steel. In the last debate, we saw Fiorina’s emotions just under the boiling point as she linked Iran and Planned Parenthood. Said Carly, “One has something to do with the defense of the security of this nation. The other has something to do with the defense of the character of this nation.” Then, in a calm and defiant tone, she took the rest of the field to school on both issues. On Iran, she informed us that she would make two phone calls: The first would be to assure Bibi Netanyahu that we stand with Israel. The second would put the supreme leader of Iran on notice that “unless and until he opens every military and every nuclear facility to real
Without action, El Niño won’t solve the drought Marie Waldron Special to Valley News We’ve all seen reports predicting a wet winter with a strong El Niño, though it’s still unlikely that the end of the drought may be at hand. Unfortunately, massive rains in Southern California may not add to the Sierra snowpack, California’s main water supply. And the lack of necessary storage facilities locally means that any extra water from El Nino will simply run down the rivers and outfalls into the ocean. This week, I attended a meeting of the Governor’s Drought Task Force at the Rincon Tribal Hall in Valley Center. Officials from the State Water Resources Control Board, representatives from local Indian Nations and water agencies were in attendance. We were informed that mandated cuts recently imposed statewide are unlikely to end anytime soon, even with significant rainfall this winter. The cuts imposed by the Gover/week nor(print last April ignored decades & online) with of significant local efforts that have
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diminished our dependence on Northern California water to less than 20 percent. With the Carlsbad desalination plant about to come online, our remaining dependence will soon decline even more. I was impressed with the efforts local tribal governments and water districts have made over the past decade to use water efficiently, relying less and less on imported supplies. The DTF members took note of these efforts and will hopefully recognize them. Last session, I introduced legislation to facilitate expansion of existing local storage facilities by up to 25 percent additional capacity by streamlining the review process under the California Environmental Quality Act. I also joined Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian (D – Sherman Oaks) to work for passage of legislation to speed construction of recycled water pipelines along existing rights of way by exempting those pipelines from the CEQA process. Unfortunately, both bills failed over concerns about weakening
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Dining in the Valley The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar food a rich tradition in Old Town Temecula
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he Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar is steeped w i t h l o c a l Te m e c u l a tradition in the heart of Old Town. A perfect place to start or end your evening, The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar remains a local and out of town favorite. Located in the old bank building on the corner of Main Street and Old Town Front Street, visitors can find just what you’d expect from an old school, Mexico City style Mexican restaurant. Colorful walls, tiled tabletops and views of Old Town Front Street all while being centrally located to everything Old Town has to offer. Owned by Temecula restauranteurs Craig and Christy Puma, The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar is a local tradition for many. The menu is varied, focused on Mexico City style food. The reasonable margaritas served in festive, fun saguaro glasses and are just the ticket for those looking for a fun Mexican restaurant in Temecula. “People remember The Bank,” owner Craig Puma said. “They come back, year after year, and talk about which table they ate at with their family or with their parents. It’s a place people love to return to.” Indeed, The Bank is right in the middle of all the action. Whether venturing to the community theater or strolling the shops of Old Town Front Street, this family style restaurant is one of the better places to seat large parties, best booked ahead of time for busy weekend dining nights. Lovers of history will enjoy the
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building and its unique history to Old Town Temecula. The location of Temecula’s first bank robbery, the story is told to third grade classes on their annual pilgrimage through the city, as well as a peek into the famous vault room. With original construction starting in 1913, the building was completed one year later. Air conditioned now, the thick cement walls were poured by hand, becoming The First National Bank of Temecula. Stories abound on the famed Old Town Temecula bank robbery in 1930. Inside, the old bank vault remains a secret dining spot while the brightly lit dining area promises fast service, table set ups for large group accommodations, as well as outdoor seating for people watching pleasure. When you come, the wait-staff is friendly, serving each table up quickly with a basket of warm, crisp tortilla chips and house mild salsa. The menu is varied, from a plethora of appetizers to get your table going, to typical Mexican flavors. Come for Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday, Whiskey Wednesday, or Thirsty Thursday, at The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar, there’s always a special to enjoy. Beyond ready chips and salsa, and Sauza tequila margaritas, the menu offers a variety to satisfy any Mexican food lover. Starters included guacamole to go with the chips. Fresh guacamole goes with everything, served homemade with fresh avocado, finely chopped onion, cilantro, tomatoes and citrus lime juice. For dinner, our table ordered the Mini Chicken Chimichangas, as
Guests can dine in the historical building’s bank vault at The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar. The vault, which has 18’’ thick walls, was once used during the bank’s operation after the building’s construction was complete in 1914.
well as a plethora of “build your own plates.” The mini chimichangas arrived – two smaller sized fried chimis, filled with flavorful, shredded chicken and fried to perfection, with the spicy ranchero sauce served on the side. Order this dish with your choice of chili verde, shredded beef or chicken served dry or wet with your choice of enchilada, verde or ranchero sauce. The build your own plates give visitors who have a hard time deciding the opportunity to enjoy between one to three menu items your way. All entrees include traditional Mexican rice, black beans or refried beans topped with queso fresco or cheddar, and we sampled both the black beans with queso fresco – sharp bites of cheese against the smoky black beans, as well as the refried beans topped with cheddar, a perfect accompaniment to any menu item. What is a Mexican restaurant without a chile relleno? The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar offers their relleno, a mild green chili stuffed with Jack cheese, lightly battered and topped with ranchero sauce and queso fresco. A definite must order when we return with its light and fluffy outer shell with
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spicy ranchero sauce. Combined with the shredded beef crispy taco, this the perfect pre-theater meal. Last but not least, the shredded beef tamale, wrapped in corn meal and steamed in a cornhusk – served over the top so not to confuse guests unfamiliar with the tamale – served topped with queso fresco and enchilada sauce, a perfect last item for your combination plate. With service fast enough to enjoy a quality dinner before an Old Town Community Theater, Merc or Barn Stage Theater Company show, The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar should be at the top of your list when it comes to eating out in Old Town. After the theater, show your ticket to your server for a discount when you
return for drinks at the unique outdoor bar. The Bank offers discounts through Uber for riders who need a little extra help getting home thanks to a partnership between the two. Planning a rehearsal dinner in Old Town? Large groups can be served in the second-story reception room, Above the Bank, with a catered menu option from the restaurant below. Up to 42 people can be served at this unique location, which in days gone by served as a community center, an antique store, a lawyer’s office and a real estate broker’s office. For more information, call (951) 676-6160 or visit The Bank Mexican Restaurant & Bar online at www.BankofMexicanFood.com.
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GFWC to host Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser in Menifee Taryn Murphy Intern Move over, February Mardi Gras celebrations – this fall, the Menifee and Sun City chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs plans to bring a little taste of New Orleans to Southern California. On Saturday, Oct. 17, the club will host a Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser, featuring a luncheon, fashion show, vendors, and live entertainment. From 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., the event will serve to fund
501(c)(3) non-profit organizations operating locally in the valley. Benefited groups include 4 Paws 4 Patriots, Sun City Concern, Hospice of the Valley, and Menifee Crime Watch. Proceeds will also go towards local police and fire departments, as well as student scholarships. The chapter’s Publicity Chairwoman Robbie Motter cites some unique opportunities which attendees can look forward to. “Seeing the great fashion,” she said. “They’ll be modeling the
new fall fashion. A lot of times, people are busy, so they don’t really get to see what’s going on.” Motter said models are being recruited from the women’s club itself and will be donning outfits from Stein Mart, bringing the audience up to date on the season’s latest trends. Motter added that guest can anticipate meeting and networking with new people, as well as learning more about the GFWC’s purpose and philanthropic endeavors. The club
California Chamber Orchestra kicks off season with Mozart TEMECULA – He was the rock star of the 18th Century and prodigy who lived exuberantly and died too young. And he remains a star today, his name: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The California Chamber Orchestra kicks off their 11th season of concerts on Saturday Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. with “Mozart Rocks,” a tribute to the bad boy of Salzburg. “Some of the most amazing music ever written came from the pen of Mozart,” says Dana Zimbric, the orchestra’s Artistic Director and Conductor. “And when you consider how short his life was, it’s incredible the rich legacy he left behind.” For this all-Mozart program, the orchestra is joined by violin soloist Annelle Gregory. “Annelle is a wonderful musician. And she’s still quite young. She’s
one of those people you’ll be able to say in a few years that you heard her perform live, and people will be very impressed,” Zimbric said. Gregory will perform Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5, also known as the Turkish Concerto. The program also features the Divertimento in D Minor, and the 40th Symphony. The concert is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Temecula. “It’s striking to consider that the music on this program was written during the years when our nation was just being founded…the Divertimento dates to 1776. And here we are, still performing it, and marveling at the genius who first created it. I suppose you could say it’s timeless,” Zimbric said. The concert takes place at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, which is celebrating its grand
re-opening and its 10th anniversary that weekend. “We’re so excited to be back in the Theater after being offsite during the construction,” Zimbric said. “We’re honored to continue our long partnership with Temecula Presents for yet another series of classical music concerts.” Tickets for the concert are $32 for adults, $27 for seniors, and $10 for students. Children under 10 are admitted free with an accompanying adult or senior ticket. A seven-concert series featuring four concerts by the California Chamber Orchestra and three by visiting artists is available for $140. For tickets and information, visit the Theater box office, call (866) 653-8696, or visit www.CalChamberOrchestra.org.
‘All For One’ golf tournament to benefit new teen center Shelli DeRobertis Writer Score prizes at the All For One Golf Tournament on Oct. 17 at Legends Golf Club in Temecula located at 41687 Temeku Dr., and help build a local teen center with the $135 entry fee, which includes breakfast and lunch. The Rock Church of Temecula Valley is hosting the fundraising event, and lunch tickets are also on sale for $25 for non-golfers who wish to attend the day’s festivities and enjoy a lunch buffet catered by Rustico Ristorante and Pizzeria. Sky balls can also be purchased for $10 each, or in multiples for a discounted rate, and the winner of the hole-18 helicopter drop scores a weeklong family vacation to Lake Tahoe. “The helicopter ball drop is where each ball gets numbered and taken up into the helicopter,” said Selina Rose, event planner for the All For One Golf Tournament. “Whomever (sky ball) gets closest to the last hole gets a week’s stay in Tahoe.” The helicopter ball drop is set for 1:45 p.m. on Oct. 17, followed by a live and silent auction, raffles and prizes, Rose said. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, and range from gift basket donations to a Platinum Sponsor of $5,000, which includes a golf entry for a foursome, event banners and more. At least two new vehicles from local dealerships will also be given away for the “Hole in One” contests, according to Bret Mileski, associate pastor at The Rock Church. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and a shotgun start is at 8:30 a.m. Discount prices are offered to those who book a foursome. Last October The Rock Church began its 36-month campaign to raise $5.5 million, of which about $1.1 million will go toward the new community center slated for the 38000 block of Sky Canyon Drive.
“Our community’s got ten-andthousands of kids, and our vision is to create a place for them,” Mileski said. The youth center will be open to the community, and become part of the small campus of buildings that provide four weekly service times where “more than 3,000 people call the church their home,” Mileski said. The Rock Church is building a new sanctuary to accommodate the growing number of people who attend. Currently, the sanctuary seats only 400 people, which is one reason for the several different worship times, he said. The Rock Church knows about giving back to the community, and on the third Sunday each month 70 volunteers help give away food to families or individuals in need. “There’s a big food line, and it’s been hot lately, but people get a 50-pound box of food,” Mileski said. Sometimes there are about 200 people who come for the free food,
he said. In the past five years, The Rock Church has collected and distributed about 350,000 pounds of food, he said. The Rock Church of Temecula Valley also offers free haircuts, free medical screenings and gives clothing away free, he said. Also in the past five years, the church has supported more than 6,500 orphans in the local community, and 300 orphans worldwide. “The most important thing we can do is give people hope and help them find their purpose in life by finding God’s will and blessing others,” Mileski said. To sign up for the tournament or for more information, visit www. rockonecampaign.org. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Mileski at (951) 255-2066, or Selina Rose Taylor at (619) 471-4133. Signups are also held in the foyer at The Rock Church of Temecula Valley after each Sunday service.
operates purely through the willing hearts and hands of their members, according to Motter. “They’re all volunteers. Nobody is paid,” she said. For attendees whose interests don’t lie in the fashion world, the club has hand-selected entertainment by Ken Rice, a noted saxophone player who has often been compared to Kenny G. While serenaded, guests can dine on a lunch of Marsala chicken, rice, fruit salad, and cheesecake, or browse the vending booths which feature selections of jewelry, hand bags,
and other go-to accessories. Motter not only looks forward to how the event will serve the Menifee and Sun City communities but also to how it will boost the efforts of organizations which are near and dear to the club members themselves. “Each club can choose whatever projects they want to work on,” she said, referencing the importance of the chosen nonprofits to each member of the club. For those interested, tickets to the Mardi Gras fundraiser can be purchased for $20 and includes the fashion show, luncheon and entertainment. The event will be held at the Sun City Civic Center located at 26850 Sun City Blvd. in Sun City. For tickets or more information, contact Gayle at (951) 301-9115 or Carolyn at (951) 246-7314. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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■ Fused Glass Jack-O-Lantern with Celeste Weber, age 5+, Thursday Oct 10 9:30-11:30a $55 ■ Art Expressions with Marilee Ragland, Grades 3-6 Tuesdays Oct 13-Nov 3 3:45-5:15p $60 ■ Art Expressions with Marilee Ragland, Grades K-2/3, Wednesdays Oct 14-Nov 4 3:45-5:15p $60
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Let us help put confi dence in your dance. “Thank you grandma for the confidence and poise I gained from the ballroom dance lessons you provided for me in high school. Who would have thought learning the Tango, Salsa, Waltz and other dances would make such a difference in my life!” Fun atmosphere for all ages 2 30-minute lessons for $59 Special limited to new customers.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS KIDS AND TEENS: October 2 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ooey Gooey Science – Is it a solid? Experiment with your favorite non-Newtonian substance as you mess around testing cool concepts like viscosity and what make a polymer at Professor Pennypickle’s Wo r k s h o p , 4 2 0 8 1 M a i n S t . Temecula. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. October 7 – 4 p.m. Halloween Crafternoon Program registration at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Rd. Event will be held on Oct. 14. Information: Children’s Staff (951) 693-8980. October 9 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Superhero Science Adventures – Dress up in your favorite superhero outfit and travel to infinity and beyond for the niftiest science that Superman and Wonder Woman can offer at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. October 16 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mad Scientist Tea Party at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. Ok, participants are not really going to drink the concoctions they come up with, but they promise to have a fizzing fun time as you get to mix up some crazy potions. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376. ENTERTAINMENT: October 1 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the TCC, 28816 Pujol St., Temecula. Enjoy an evening of jazz hosted by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Featuring Carol Robbins Quartet. Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696. October 2 – 8 p.m. An Enchanted Evening the Romantic Music of Broadway at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater,
42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. October 3 – 7-10 p.m. Country Live! At the TCC presented by Gwyn Sanborn at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol St. Temecula. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. October 3 – 7:30 p.m. Mozart Rocks with the California Chamber Orchestra at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. October 4 – 1:30-4:30 p.m. Lakeside Dixieland Jazz Club to host their monthly afternoon of Dixieland and Swing music at the Lake Elsinore Elks Club, 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Featured band: Jazz Kats. Information: Dr. Arlene Hiss (951) 245-9504. October 8 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the TCC, 28816 Pujol St., Temecula. Enjoy an evening of jazz hosted by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Featuring “The Skipper” Franklin Crew. Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696. October 9 – 8 p.m. Comedy at the Merc with Pseudo Random Noise. Laugh and leave the week behind you PRN’s unique style of audience-participatory improvised comedy where you play too by helping to write, direct, and even star onstage with the actors. 42051 Main St. Temecula Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. October 10 – 7-10 p.m. Speakeasy at the TCC presented by David Bradley. Speakeasy is live Traditional Jazz of the 20s and 40s at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. October 11 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc featuring the Carlos Chavez String Quartet at 42051
Main St. Temecula. Classics features an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. COMMUNITY EVENTS: October 1-6 – Murrieta’s Costume Exchange is Around the Corner. Start cleaning out those closets as gently used costumes can be dropped off at the Murrieta Senior Center, 5 Town Square or Murrieta City Hall, 1 Town Square. October 2-4 – Noon-7 p.m. Temecula Home Show at the Promenade Mall, 40820 Winchester Rd. Temecula. Meet and speak to local vendors in all aspects of home improvement. Free event open to the public. Information: (951) 681-0644. October 3 – 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Classic Car Craze at Big Horse Feed, 33320 Temecula Pkwy., Temecula. Portions of proceeds from parking will be donated to military nonprofit organizations to include but not exclusive to: Gary Sinise Foundation, Special Operations Warrior Foundation, VFW, U.S. Marine Corps and Medal of Honor Foundation. Information: Joyce (951) 676-2544 or general@ bighorsefeed.com. October 3 – 1-2 p.m. Listen, Learn and Play at the Temecula Valley Museum Storybook Saturday “Pioneer Women,” 28314 Mercedes St. Information: (951) 694-6450. October 3 – Civitan of Temecula Valley to sponsor Ride for a Cause at STAT Horse Sanctuary it is going to be a special event as they have a Santa Claus coming to greet the kids! Information: Pattie (951)
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733-3000. October 3 – 12-6 p.m. Swap ‘Til You Drop – The Great Creator Space Costume Exchange Party. Cost: $3. RSVP to info@creatorspace.us for a bonus and an additional prize drawing ticket. Information: www. creatorspace.us. October 3 – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 17th Annual Old Town Temecula Quilt Show throughout Old Town Temecula and Silent and Live auctions at 42051 Main St. Temecula. Information: www. valleyofthemistquilters.com or (951) 694-6480. October 3-4 – 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ralph Love Plein Air Festival at 41000 Main St. Temecula. The Ralph Plein Air Festival is named for the artist who taught from his art shack on Old Town Front St. Fine artists paint in open air on traditional canvases. Information: (951) 694-6444. October 9 – 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Crossroads Church Annual Parking Lot Sale – One 2 One Single Moms Ministry at 26090 Ynez Rd. Temecula. Information: Terri (951) 234-1404. October 9 – 6 p.m. MSJC Foundation presents Autumn Nights at the Menifee campus, 28239 La Piedra Rd. Music featuring Black Hat Patsy, BBQ, Microbrews and more. Proceeds benefit the MSJC Foundations educational endeavors. Cost: Pre-sale $40 or $50 at the door. Tickets and Information: (951) 487-3171. October 10 – 7 a.m.-5 p.m. The A-Maiz-Ing Race 5K Run at the Big Horse Feed, 33320 Temecula Pkwy. Family friendly fun run on the farm through the Corn Maze to benefit ALS Golden West Chapter and ALS research. Information: (951) 389-4621. October 10 – The Reins Country Hoedown presented by Donegan Burns at 4461 S. Mission Rd. Fallbrook. Music by Clay Colton Band, Silent Auction, BBQ catered by Famous Dave’s, Raffles and more! Tickets and Information: www.reinsprogram.org. October 10 – 9-10:45 a.m. Zumbathon for Michelle’s Place at 32839 Temecula Pkwy. Suite A. Cost: $15 per person. Space is limited. Tickets and Information: (951) 302-0088. October 10 – 4-8 p.m. 4th Annual Paws 4 Law Foundation Fundraising event. Free event open to the community with K9 demos, live band, food trucks, vendors, jumpers and much more at Murrieta Town Square Park, 1 Town Square. Information: (951) 821-8775. October 10 – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Murrieta Fire Department Open House, 49600 California Oaks Rd. Fire prevention demo for kids, station tours, jump house, home fire prevention demos and more. Information: (951) 304-3472. October 10-11 – American Cancer Society Relay for Life presents: Relay for Life Lake Elsinore at Canyon Lake Middle School, 33005 Canyon Hills Rd. October 10-11 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Lucas Oil Regional Series at the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park, 20700 Cereal St. Lake Elsinore. This is Round 7 and Shoot Out races. Information: www.lucasoilregional. com. October 11 – 1 p.m. Sons of Norway, Vinland Lodge 6-159 will be celebrating their 20th anniversary at Glen Oaks Community Clubhouse, 40601 De Portola Rd. Temecula. Dinner, social and Scandinavian music. Cost: $22 per person. Space is limited and dinner is by reservation only. Public is welcome. Information and Reservations: Caronne (909) 239-8399. October 15 – Paint the Town Blue in recognition of our law enforcement officers and their families. Information: Stephanie (951) 638-9282. October 16 and 17 – Murrieta Rod Run in historic downtown Murrieta on Washington Ave. between Ivy St. and Kalmia St. Benefitting the Oak Grove Center. Friday 16 – Cruise Night from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday 17 Rod Run Vehicle Showcase from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Music, entertainment, food, vendors and more! Information: www. murrietarodrun.com. October 17 – 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Oktoberfest presented by the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce at Wickerd Farms, 26852 Scott Rd. Menifee. Entertainment, vendors, raffles, train rides, food and more! Information: (951) 6721991. October 17-18 – 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Greek Festival 2015 at the Civic Center, 41000 Main St.
Temecula. Live music, dancing and Folk dancing performances, Greek food, pastries, beverages, children’s game area and more. Information: (951) 296-6207 or www.temeculagreekfest.com. WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 3 – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. MSJC Business department and YESplace (Young Entrepreneur Success Place) Foundation present: Youth Entrepreneurship Seminar, a one-day crash course in setting up a business. Participants will learn everything from what type of business would be best for them, having the right mindset, raising startup costs, and how to market and sell your idea or product at the Menifee Valley campus, 28237 La Piedra Rd. Room 927. Cost: $60. This event is open to the public. Registration: www.YESplace.org/ MSJC. October 6 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. City of Temecula New Business Welcome Event at the Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main St. Learn what is driving customer growth through data and analytics specific to Temecula and more. Information: Christine (951) 694-6444. October 8 – 5:30-7 p.m. TriTech SBDC CEO Storytelling with speaker Bill Wilson from Wilson Creek Winery. Bill will share his journey as an entrepreneur and what it’s like to run one of the most successful vineyards in Temecula at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange, 43200 Business Park Dr. Information: (951) 506-5180. October 13 – 12:30 p.m. MSJC presents: World Cinema Fall 2015 featuring The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011) French at the Menifee Valley campus, 28237 La Piedra Rd. Room 407. This event is free and open to the public and the screening has English subtitles. Information: (951) 639-5655 or lcastro@msjc.edu. Now – MSJC College District announces participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program. Information: Nancy Alvarado (951) 639-5605, (951) 487-3605 or nalvarado@msjc.edu. Now – Professional Clothing Drive presented by the Salvation Army Riverside County Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program. The Salvation Army is looking for unwanted dress shoes or suit jackets to help the men of the Salvation Army A.R.C. Program better their life. You can make your donations at any chamber office or the Storm stadium and receive one free ticket to a Monday or Tuesday game at Storm stadium. Information: Eilyn (951) 940-5790, ext.115 or Eric (951) 245-4487, ext. 218. Now –MSJC has Occupational Internships available through its Career and Technical Education Department. Students can gain “hands-on” experience in their field, reinforce learning and make connections with industry. See what opportunities are currently available for the fall 2015 semester. Information: Matthew (951) 6395437 or mleyden@msjc.edu. Now – 2015 Holiday Ornament Contest deadline extended to Sept. 18. Habitat for Humanity is currently accepting artwork for their Holiday Ornament Contest. Artists from the Inland Valley are invited to submit their best artwork for a chance to have their art and name displayed on the commemorative ornament and on the organizations holiday card. Inspiration: home, community, family, love. Information: Kimberly (951) 296-3362 or Kimberly@ habitativ.org. Now – FTAspay is a local nonprofit spay-neuter assistance organization. Their mission to end animal shelter euthanasia through affordable spay/neuter and microchipping. FTAspay has partnered with Menifee Animal Clinic to offer affordable spay/ neuter rates, available through their website www.FTAspay.org. In addition to their low online pricing ($50 for dogs and $30 for cats) they periodically run spay-neuter specials. Follow their website and Facebook for $10 microchip clinics. Donations to FTAspay are tax deductible. Now – Deadline for joining the Fallbrook Chorale’s Christmas Concert will be Tuesday, October 6. This year’s Christmas program will include “The Many Moods of Christmas Suites” arranged by Robert Shaw and directed by Denny Lang. If you are interested in singing with the chorale at this event, you must become a member no later than October 6. Information: (760) 390-9627 or fallbrookchorale@gmail.com.
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Greek Festival brings family fun to Temecula
TEMECULA – Growth is the vitality of life. For the Greek Festival in Temecula, growth each year
means greater excitement, more exotically delicious food, lively Mediterranean music, games for
the kids, and crowds of families having fun. The annual event is coming to the Old Town Temecula Civic Center again this year, where, for $2, visitors enter a culinary fantasyland. Hours are Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Olympians, who started as teenagers in 1976, are back by popular demand, musically transporting attendees to the folk music of Greece. No visa required! While they are taking their breaks, Tatoolis, a one-man band will fill in with his own enchanting repertoire. This year ’s menu includes spanakopita, tiropita, pastitsio, moussaka, gyros, lamb chops, dolmades and souvlakia. For dessert,
there’s baklava, malomakarona, koulourakia, paxemadia, pasta flora, kataifi, dipless and our famous loukoumades. For the best English translation, you’ll have to ask your taste buds. Festival crowds increases each year, and festival staff is challenged to keep lines short. It is best
to come early and, hopefully, beat the rush. It’s always worth it. Questions and comments are welcome, according to Festival Chair Leon Stavros, who can be reached at ypsilanti.leanda@ gmail.com or by calling (951) 553-8685.
President Ronald Reagan Lecture in Freedom features Star Parker MURRIETA – Star Parker will deliver the annual President Ronald Reagan Lecture in Freedom on Sunday, Oct. 11 at Bear Creek Golf Club in Murrieta. Parker is an author, nationally syndicated columnist, and founder of the Coalition on Urban Renewal and Education. The Coalition is a public policy research center that promotes market-based solutions to solving poverty. Sponsored by Temecula Valley Republican Women Federated, the lecture will be held at Bear Creek Golf Club located at 22640 Bear Creek Drive in Murrieta on Sunday, October 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. Cost of the Lecture is $40.Tickets and reservations can be made through tvrwf.brownpapertickets. com/2067893 or by calling (951) 505-7428.
“Star Parker sheds much-needed light on the bungled bureaucratic attempts to end poverty and reveals the insidious deceptions perpetrated by self-serving politicians,” wrote publisher Thomas Nelson. Before involvement in social activism, Parker had seven years of first-hand experience in the midst of welfare dependency. After consulting on federal welfare reform in the 1990s she founded UrbanCure to bring new ideas on how to transition America’s poor from government dependency. Her first book, “Uncle Sam’s Plantation: How Big Government Enslaves America’s Poor And What To Do About It” is an incisive look at how government manipulates, controls and ultimately devastates the lives of the poor.
Her second book, “Blind Conceit” (a compilation of nationally syndicated columns over 10 years) was published in 2015. Parker provides political commentary for CNN, ABC, Fox News and the BBC. Her rise from poverty has been chronicled on ABC’s “20/20,” the “Reader’s Digest” and “Christianity Today.” Sponsored by the Temecula Valley Republican Women Federated (TVRWF), the Reagan Lecture honors individuals who support individual liberty, personal responsibility and limited government. TVRWF meets on the third Tuesday of each month at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula. Reservations for meetings are handled by Colleen Nielsen who can be reached at (951) 223-3500.
Traditional Temecula pumpkin festival opens for the season available for kids to romp around, along with a giant mound of hay and a petting zoo filled with goats, sheep, ponies and other animals. The farm’s unique tractor collection will be on display, and the Peltzer Mining Co. will offer visitors a chance to pan for a variety of
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Pets
RIVERSIDE – A particular brand of horse feed that may have been sold in Riverside is being recalled today, following the death of three horses and sickening of dozens of others. The feed contains ionophore, a feed additive that is fed to cattle to make them gain weight. Ionophore is toxic to horses, and there is no antidote. One particular batch of Western Blend horse feed, sold in 50-pound sacks across California and Arizona, is blamed for the death of three horses and injury to horses at a riding school and stable near Fresno, the ABC station there reported. Western Milling recalled its Western Blend feed, bearing lot number 5251. The company said it contains monensin, an ionophore. According to the FDA, clinical
signs of ionophore poisoning in horses vary depending on how much it ate. Symptoms can include poor appetite, diarrhea, weakness, rapid heart rate, labored breathing, colic and sudden death. The first clinical signs are often noted from 12 to 72 hours after ingesting a toxic dose and the clinical signs may linger up to about eight days. Permanent cardiac damage is possible in horses which showed adverse effects, but then recovered. The feed subject to this recall was distributed in the last few weeks to stores in California and Arizona. Of the 1,100 bags mixed with the hazardous additive, all but 67 bags have already been tracked down and taken back by the company, Western Milling said in its recall notice.
Lake Elsinore to offer dog training class LAKE ELSINORE – The city of Lake Elsinore is offering an affordable novice dog obedience training class taught by a graduate of Animal Behavior College and certified ABC Trainer. This class will teach owners how to effectively communicate and train their dogs to eliminate behavior issues. Large dogs must be four
months and older, small dogs six months and older. Classes are held at Lakepoint Park located at 420 E. Lakeshore Dr. and the cost is $85 for 6 weeks. The dog’s shot records should be brought to the first class. Call the Lake Community Center at (951) 245-0442 or visit www.lakeelsinore.org for more information.
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Family First recipients honored TEMECULA – Several local citizens were recognized by a local church on Thursday night, Sept. 10, for living and promoting strong family values and for putting family first in their community. Laurence Boggeln, M.D., Temecula homemaker and mother of six Kelly Fitzpatrick and Temecula Valley High School Principal Allen Williams were each recognized for their contributions toward improving family values in our community at the 10th annual Family First Awards during a dinner and ceremony at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Thursday night. A fourth recipient couple, Richie’s Diner owners Jack and Linda Williams, were unable to attend the ceremony, but will be recognized at a future city council meeting. “Mother Teresa once said,” re-
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At left stands Temecula High School principal and father of three, Allen Williams. In the middle stands wife, homemaker and mother of six, Kelly Fitzpatrick and right, stands the father of nine, Temecula Valley Hospital board of directors Laurence Boggeln, M.D. Each recipient holds their commemorative statuette received at the Family First Awards at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Thursday night, Sept. 10. Not pictured are Richie’s Diner owners, Linda and Jack Williams. Courtesy photo
marked Suzette Jacobsen in her opening speech, “`not all of us can do great things but we can all do small things with great love.’” Jacobsen then presented the recipients of the Family First awards in random order. Living in Temecula for 28 years, Boggeln, who serves as the chairman of the board at the Temecula Valley Hospital, has raised and is still raising the last of nine children. “The family is under more duress now than at any time in our country,” he said. “The reasons are partly due to the lack of respect for life and the scarcity of good role models.” Boggeln was nominated by Lanae Trejo, member of the Temecula City Planning Commission. He received the award for serving, with care and compassion, the families of Temecula Valley as the director of the Health Essentials Hospice of the Valley as well as for living and sharing his strong family values with his children and grandchildren. “I don’t take credit for this award,” he said. “I give credit to God for allowing me to be the best dad I could possibly be.” Fitzpatrick has lived in Temecula for 15 years and is raising six children. “We mothers are doing something big,” she said in her speech. “We are in it together – works in progress. We are doing something special, something sacred. We are raising the next generation of givers, listeners, lovers and it is a privilege.” Fitzpatrick was nominated by an anonymous Facebook follower and was given the award for the thoughtful love and service she extends to her family, neighbors, friends, and to children worldwide as well as for sharing so eloquently through social media her constant messages of love, faith and family values that inspire and strengthen others. She described how she had wanted to change the world when she was 16 and recently came to a great realization. “God has shown me that I could
exponentially increase my ability to change this world through the family He has given me,” she said. Williams was nominated by Jamie Paciolla, a parent of students at TVHS. “I take advice from a book I read by Mathew Kelly,” he said. “Become the best version of yourself. Be prayerful, be a learner and be generous. One aspect of my life that has helped me be the best version of myself is my family.” A father of three boys, Williams received the award for the positive impact he has on the lives of students, families, teachers and the staff at Temecula Valley High School through his dedicated service and high values and standards as well as for the placement of his own family first in his life. “May our families continue to help us become the best versions of ourselves,” Williams concluded. The final two recipients of the Family First Awards are Jack and Linda Williams, owners of Richie’s Diner in Temecula. They were nominated by former Mayor Maryann Edwards as well as Debbie Bush, who, accompanied by her husband, are regulars at Richie’s Diner every Saturday morning. The Williams are recognized for their active involvement at Rancho Community Church donating meals and meal certificates to families; for their tireless support of family oriented events; for providing, at their own expense, celebrations for anniversaries, Eagle Scout recognitions, return from deployment celebrations and graduations and for always responding with a resounding “yes” when called upon to help in the community. For more information on how to nominate Family First recipients for next year, please email Jacobsen at jacobsencrew@aol.com. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN priced new and median-priced resale home in the Inland Empire.
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Paul Bandong Writer The real estate market – residential and industrial – is alive and well in Riverside County. RESIDENTIAL Annually the numbers are positive. The numbers of listings and closings, as well as selling prices are up in Riverside County. Dayson–market are down. Short-term, however, Homesnap reports that home sales in the Riverside County market dropped to their lowest level since March of 2015 with the latest 30-day period showing 3,101 homes sold, a drop
of 1.4 percent over the previous month. The market has been trending downward for sixteen weeks. Inventory has been trending upward in the county for the last four weeks to a four-month supply. The median sales price of the 4,819 sales transactions in the past month is down 2.8 percent from the previous month to $298,000. The average home has been on the market 101 days, up 4.1 percent. Many attribute the shortterm decline to seasonality. Median list price in Riverside County is $349,000. A year ago, the median list price was $320,000, a difference of 9.1 percent. Many experts consider this rate of increase to be a sustainable level, unlike the
20-plus percent price increases of 2013. Home builder confidence is also up as the rate and total number of new housing starts is increasing. According to a recent Metrostudy report, second quarter new housing starts in Riverside County increased 28.5 percent from 928 to 1,1993; annual starts increased 2.9 percent. Annual closings are up 4.6 percent to 3,587. There is a ten-month inventory supply. The number of vacant developed lots has decreased 6.5 percent from 8,406 to 7,862 lots. Eighty percent of housing inventory is priced below the $500,000 range. There is a difference of $126,000 between a median-
INDUSTRIAL Occupancy, rents and sales prices are all trending higher. Daum Commercial reported that overall demand for industrial space continues to grow as vacancy rates decreased from 5.2 to 4.8 percent with average asking rents increasing 6.8 percent over last year’s prices ($0.44nnn to $0.47nnn). Just over 4.5 million square feet of new industrial construction were delivered this year with 23.5 million square feet of construction activity underway. Available commercial space has declined significantly in the past year driving the need for new construction. Big-box industrial construction (100,000 sq ft or more) absorbed 58.9 million square feet; vacancy rates declined from 12.5 percent to 5.6 percent. Vacancy rates for buildings under 20,000 square feet declined from 9.3 percent to 3.5 percent while the mid-range (20,000 to 100,000 sq ft) declined 10.0 to 3.3 percent. Industrial sales transaction volume is up 3.3 percent with median prices rising 15.5 percent year over year. Last year’s median prices – based on 23.5 million square feet sold in 599 transactions – were up 13.1 percent over 2013. Average asking rents in the office market increased from $1.69 FSG (full service gross) to $1.72 FSG. Vacancy rates (14.5 percent) are down on the year. Median price per square foot on office sales of 3.3 million square feet was $124.85 in 2014. OVERALL The Inland Empire real estate
market – residential and industrial – is stable and showing moderate growth. Unemployment in the Inland Empire has dropped from 8.2 percent to 6.5 percent this year with an increase in non-farm employment of 47,300 in the past year (MSA). Employment gains in the past few years have outpaced the increase in housing supply, creating additional residential demand, especially in the lower to middle range. Increased employment also accounts for the activity in the industrial sector. Liquidity in the capital markets coupled with low interest rates bodes well for the industrial sector. The supply of new construction being delivered should closely match absorption rates keeping vacancy levels and pricing relatively stable. Primary mortgage market interest rates are currently at 3.97 percent APR for a 30-year fixed mortgage – 3.24 percent APR for a 15-year fixed and 3.03 percent APR for a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage (mortgagenewsdaily.com, 09/28/15). Despite continuing low interest rates, home affordability and loan qualifying are still the biggest challenges. The information in this article – including third-party data – has been obtained from various sources that are deemed reliable but have not been independently verified by the Valley News who makes no warranty as to its completeness or accuracy. It is understood that this is a dynamically changing market and data/ information changes accordingly. Forward-looking statements are the sole discretion of the author and do not reflect any official positioning by the Valley News.
Market at a glance (As of September 27, 2015) TEMECULA (all zip codes) No of Homes Sold
(31, 46)
Inventory of Properties Listed
42
MURRIETA (92562)
WILDOMAR
(31, 43)
36
(13, 11) 11
LAKE ELSINORE / CANYON LAKE (17, 25)
30
MENIFEE / SUN CITY (29, 26)
34
HEMET (25, 29)
42
(512, 509) 514
(486, 482) 475
(93, 101 ) 99
(306, 305) 301
(219, 210) 207
(631, 633) 630
Average Selling Price
$467,989
$352,772
$306,741
$299,153
$305,647
$217,579
Average List Price
$706,531
$621,855
$386,660
$343,775
$352,935
$211,080
Median List Price
$509,500
$415,000
$359,900
$329,900
$339,000
$189,900
$190
$168
$148
$148
$141
$122
Asking Price per Square Foot Average Days on Market
(103, 103) 105
(92, 92)
94
(62, 63)
65
(80, 79)
80
(66, 71)
73
(94, 97) 96
Most Expensive Listing
$7,700,000
$3,750,000
$1,299,000
$1,850,000
$775,000
$1,750,000
Least Expensive Listing
$30,000
$117,000
$115,000
$32,000
$195,000
$9,900
Average Age of Listing
16
16
22
19
13
32
% of Properties w/ Price decrease
49%
43%
31%
39%
46%
29%
% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)
19%
9%
9%
11%
11%
8%
% of Flip properties (price increase)
7%
5%
6%
7%
4%
6%
3000
2923
2240
2304
2442
1533
Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft)
8001-10,000
8001-10,000
8001-10,000
6501-8000
6501-8000
6501-8000
Median Number of Bedrooms
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
3.0
Median Number of Bathrooms
3.0
3.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.0
Seller (37.6)
Seller (39.5)
Seller (45.4)
Seller (40.6)
Seller (42.3)
Seller (38.3)
Market Action Index*
* This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer. Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 09/28/15. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 09/27/15. Boxes with multiple entries have previous two week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.
Healthy & Beautiful Gardens Save water
Linda McDonald Cash Landscape Designer
We can save water in many ways.
Hello fellow gardeners and neighbors! Although I’ve written about this topic before, I think its important enough and relevant enough to our landscapes that I address it again here this week. I was at a talk given by a Mr. Dennis Pittenger, M.S. Horticulturist, this week over at the library, and although I already knew most of what he discussed – mainly irrigation, it got me thinking a bit,
that and learning new things over the past couple months, reading, etc. As I’m sure we’re all aware now, we’re in a bad way with water here in the state of California, and it’s not all our fault, obviously nature has a big say in that matter. What I now know though is that although we’ve been asked to cut back our landscape watering by 50 percent, and many of you are just turning off sprinklers
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completely. That is only a drop in the bucket, water wise, compared to the majority of water that’s used in our state. The vast majority is going for agriculture, approximately 75 percent actually. The amount used for residential landscaping is less than 10 percent of all water used in the state, so you can see that homeowners turning off their sprinklers is not going to make any dent in the water shortage
at all and on top of that, those who are turning off sprinklers entirely fail to take into consideration that they are probably also damaging other plants on the same watering system. Shrubs and trees, unless on their own separate cycle for watering are also going to suffer greatly if you just turn off the irrigation for the lawn. Trees are typically deep rooted and even if you don’t see
the damage now, you will eventually, via disease, insects, and then eventually death. Believe me, you do not want to kill off your trees and shrubs – think of how much money it will take to replace those! They are a valuable part of your landscape and property. Trees need longer and deeper watering than lawn anyway, so I always try to recommend putting them on separate cycles than lawn whenever possible. A good part of the problem is not our landscapes, and there are alternatives we can take first to conserve our little bit, rather than just completely turn off irrigation or remove lawn and replace with gravel. First make sure your irrigation system is efficient. Run each station and check all the heads and emitters – make sure you’re not watering the sidewalk, or other areas, that sprinklers don’t have broken heads, and that you have “head to head coverage” on your sprinklers. The most efficient for
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Home & Garden / Real Estate realize substantial savings in water, you need to know just how much or little your plants actually require, as most people tend to over water their landscape typically. As I mentioned last week, St. Augustine, a warm season grass uses about half the water in the summer as the typical fescue cool season lawn does, it’s a little coarser, and it does go mostly dormant in the winter, but uses little water and stays green all summer long – I know because I have it in my front yard. Also, as I’ve mentioned previously, although gravel and rocks are a good groundcover, especially in winter, they do absorb heat and radiate that out, so any plants growing in the gravel will need more water. Large boulders are my favorite. They’re great for creating micro climates and planting those plants
WATER from page C-1 lawns would be the “rotating head” type sprinklers, which I believe the water district is still giving rebates towards. You want even coverage, but no waste, there should be no run off after running your timers, if there is, you need to make the appropriate adjustment to prevent waste. Drip irrigation is the most efficient for watering landscape, with the exception of lawn, unless you’re installing a brand new lawn, in which case they have systems that are “drip irrigation based” that go underneath the sod. They are very high efficiency, the highest you can get for lawn. Obviously, having drought tolerant landscaping, and I’m not just talking about desert plants here, will use less water, but frankly, you don’t have to completely tear out your landscape to
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what city that reminds us of without me needing to say it here! In addition to some of the above things we can do to save water, I’d also like to take a moment to bring a few facts out that you may not be aware of regarding water, I wasn’t until just recently either. First off, we should be utilizing ground water only and not overbuilding so that the
groundwater is balanced with the population above it. That’s not the case. When I moved to Temecula back in 1987 all our water came from underneath us. Fast forward a few years of furious homebuilding and we had to start importing more expensive water from the MWD, who gets it mostly from snowpack in the Sierras. Guess what? We have an historic low snowpack right now and it’s not going to get much better, we’ve drawn down our aquifers to the point of no return, and with an El Nino coming, don’t look for much snowpack, it’s a warm tropical winter that’s on the way! Most of our rainwater heads straight out to the ocean, wasted. I’m not trying to scare you, but to make you more aware of what is happening with the most critical resource we have. As agriculture is the number one user of water, it seems to me, that it might be smarter for them to move agriculture to where the water is! We have flooding all over the midwest, either we need a pipeline to bring some of that blue gold to us, or agriculture needs to move there, at least during the warmer months of the year. One last thought I’d like to leave you with today is this, everything that you buy, use or eat takes water to produce, some more, some less, but nothing can be done without water. A cow, part of the agriculture industry, uses some 820,000 gallons of water to produce 441 pounds of useable beef. That cheeseburger you had for lunch or dinner used 634 gallons of water to produce, while a vegetarian based burger uses only 42 gallons of water to produce. We all get to make choices in life, but can we all live with them? Something to think about. Linda McDonald-Cash is a professional landscape designer and specializes in drought tolerant landscaping. She can be contacted at www.uniquelandscapes.net or (951) 764-4762. To comment on this story online and for more information on water saving measures, visit www. myvalleynews.com.
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Address
Sale Price
Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Bath
Days on Market
Aguanga
49260 Dalewood Court
$295,000
2004
3BR
2BA
147
41550 Saddleback Drive
$335,000
1872
3BR
3BA
29
Anza
39565 Howard Road
$125,000
1056
2BR
2BA
100
15139 Mahogany Way
Canyon Lake
22571 Snow Water Place
$243,000
1996
4BR
2BA
237
3449 Apple Blossom Lane
23539 Canyon Lake Drive
$330,000
1518
3BR
2BA
107
26709 Oakmont Drive
30609 Sea Horse Circle
$615,000
2784
5BR
3BA
72
29344 Pebble Beach Drive
389 Antigua Street
$76,000
820
2BR
1BA
23
27118 Stark Street
2022 La Mesa Court
$89,000
922
2BR
2BA
40
27074 STARK
2488 Corinto Court
$93,900
827
2BR
1BA
176
29919 Saint Andrews Drive
Hemet
Lake Elsinore
Hemet 2355 E. Florida
City
Address
Sale Price
Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Lake Elsinore
3257 Fig Court
$310,000
2090
4101 Larkspur Street
$351,500
2147
$429,000
1901
4BR
$315,000
1834
4BR
$145,000
1460
2BR
$159,900
992
2BR
$164,000
1393
2BR
$180,000
1393
3BR
$270,000
1426
3BR
Menifee
Bath
Days on Market
4BR
3BA
67
4BR
3BA
44
3BA 3BA 2BA 1BA 2BA
Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.
City
Address
Sale Price
Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
Bath
Days on Market
San Jacinto
390 Virginia Drive
$150,000
2122
4BR
3BA
5
840 Torino Avenue
$170,000
1075
2BR
2BA
91
50
145 Scovell Avenue
$172,000
1156
3BR
2BA
6
36
1077 Shady Court
$210,000
1377
3BR
2BA
34
120
1260 Condor Way
$214,800
1500
4BR
2BA
23
44
1685 Western Village Drive
$215,000
1722
3BR
2BA
9
30
1019 Mill Iron Way
$225,000
1768
4BR
2BA
63
2BA
26
1375 Vanguard Court
$235,000
3082
5BR
3BA
7
2BA
45
731 Linn
$244,900
2363
4BR
3BA
31 28
25524 Sharp Drive
$126,500
1628
3BR
3BA
74
29810 Avenida De Sereno
$275,000
1582
4BR
2BA
11
1212 Enchanted
$255,000
2690
5BR
3BA
471 Whitney Drive
$127,500
1085
2BR
2BA
5
29802 Avida Drive
$285,000
1597
3BR
3BA
78
1241 Enchanted
$287,000
3391
5BR
3BA
8
1060 Santa Fe Street
$130,000
1183
4BR
2BA
9
29391 Obsidian Court
$295,000
1740
3BR
2BA
41
1986 MERIDIAN Street
$294,900
2518
4BR
3BA
266
1320 Lodgepole Drive
$137,000
1840
2BR
2BA
121
29343 Coral Island Court
$305,000
2184
3BR
3BA
83
28297 Paseo Grande Drive
$115,000
1285
2BR
2BA
131
370 Rainier Way
$139,900
1170
2BR
2BA
59
30286 Tattersail Way
$305,000
2204
4BR
3BA
89
29216 Murrieta Road
$159,900
1002
2BR
2BA
31
721 La Morena Drive
$149,900
1089
2BR
2BA
52
28159 Long Meadow Dr Drive
$305,000
1500
2BR
2BA
144
27191 Granada Way
$230,000
1500
4BR
2BA
2
2002 Lagoon Court
$156,000
1250
3BR
2BA
93
23581 Badger Creek Lane
$309,000
1785
3BR
2BA
10
46625 Sandia Creek Drive
$939,000
2771
3BR
3BA
34 23
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596 Yale Street
$159,000
1398
2BR
2BA
26
29085 Mercury Circle
$310,000
1937
3BR
3BA
45
29512 Courtney Place
$226,000
1155
2BR
3BA
1080 Burton Street
$165,000
1246
3BR
2BA
2
33098 Jasper Circle
$310,000
1740
3BR
2BA
92
31129 Camino Del Este
$255,000
1120
4BR
2BA
45
40443 Royal Circle
$167,000
1428
2BR
2BA
66
29093 Hidden Lake Drive
$317,000
1780
3BR
2BA
47
39792 Oakcliff
$289,000
1304
3BR
2BA
32
44329 Acacia Avenue
$170,000
480
1BR
1BA
2
25712 Cedar River
$320,000
2248
4BR
3BA
9
27575 Marian Road
$292,500
1471
3BR
3BA
64
720 Balsam Way
$177,000
992
2BR
2BA
47
33394 Dolomite Street
$324,900
2469
4BR
3BA
46
42105 Kaffirboom Court
$312,000
1197
3BR
2BA
70
1251 Val Verde Drive
$180,000
1440
3BR
2BA
5
29778 Salmon Street
$325,000
2752
5BR
3BA
140
42089 Chestnut Drive
$332,000
1629
3BR
3BA
97
2120 Glenwood Avenue
$180,000
1256
3BR
2BA
32
25272 Lone Acres Road
$329,000
2314
3BR
3BA
102
29763 Via Puesta Del Sol
$335,000
1668
3BR
3BA
14
27195 Orangemont Way
$192,900
1672
3BR
2BA
24
28517 Country Rose Lane
$337,500
2374
4BR
3BA
21
28785 Bristol Road
$379,500
2144
4BR
3BA
132
26096 Speer Court
$204,900
1312
3BR
2BA
24
29449 Wooden Boat Drive
$349,294
1869
3BR
2BA
4
28568 Plymouth Way
$395,000
2037
3BR
3BA
54
26057 Clemente Gardens Lane
$207,000
1644
3BR
2BA
65
30788 Loring Park Circle
$350,000
2816
5BR
3BA
62
39138 Pagosa Springs Drive
$437,750
3059
4BR
4BA
18
1070 Merced Way
$215,000
1246
3BR
2BA
27
28811 Sherborn Court
$364,900
3356
4BR
3BA
6
40233 Medford Road
$439,000
2544
4BR
3BA
25
43395 Alto Drive
$220,000
2190
4BR
3BA
12
25409 GANT
$371,604
2800
4BR
3BA
10
31852 Poole Court
$445,000
2763
4BR
3BA
83
41210 Torrey Pine Court
$226,000
2059
3BR
2BA
17
29736 Peppercorn
$375,990
3114
5BR
3BA
59
40141 Balboa Drive
$447,500
2106
3BR
3BA
7
44052 Lately Circle
$230,000
1770
4BR
3BA
42
29181 Rocky Point Court
$380,000
2260
4BR
2BA
137
31936 CALLE ELENITA
$474,000
3053
4BR
3BA
64
3560 Coronado Avenue
$230,000
1872
4BR
2BA
25
29559 Wagon Creek Lane
$385,000
2976
5BR
3BA
9
39731 Cambridge Place
$525,000
2815
4BR
3BA
123
42100 Manchester Avenue
$232,500
1689
3BR
3BA
2
33174 Iolite Street
$387,000
3192
6BR
3BA
57
32539 Saint Eloi
$649,900
3823
4BR
3BA
79
188 Inkster Way
$235,000
1761
2BR
2BA
8
25264 Country Fair Drive
$395,000
3142
5BR
3BA
23
42951 Virgo Court
$323,000
1431
3BR
3BA
59
3750 Walnut Park Way
$240,000
2300
4BR
3BA
44
29391 Aquifer Lane
$417,000
3752
5BR
4BA
27
43068 Corte Calanda
$345,000
1664
3BR
2BA
73
247 Appaloosa Drive
$240,000
2457
3BR
2BA
60
28981 Capano Bay Court
$540,000
2350
4BR
3BA
104
42710 Santa Suzanne Place
$354,000
1526
3BR
2BA
5
1181 Broadway Lane
$249,900
1986
4BR
3BA
47
35170 AVENIDA LA CRESTA
$550,000
3201
5BR
4BA
55
42069 Avenida Vista Ladera
$389,000
2052
3BR
2BA
34
5268 Via Bajamar
$251,000
1851
2BR
2BA
96
38068 Calle De Lobo
$635,000
2613
3BR
3BA
111
32979 Trestle Lane
$442,500
2939
5BR
3BA
38
206 Appaloosa Drive
$254,000
2457
3BR
2BA
81
42498 Harkey Circle
$732,375
6394
5BR
6BA
58
42195 Wyandotte Street
$668,000
3341
5BR
3BA
106
25907 New Chicago Avenue
$259,900
2090
3BR
2BA
16
41410 Juniper Street
$186,000
1159
2BR
2BA
19
43136 John Warner Road
$1,181,000
4533
6BR
5BA
1
24954 Nile Court
$260,000
2851
5BR
3BA
9
23692 Cork Oak Circle
$27,200
1445
3BR
3BA
18
43744 Calle De Velardo
$2,100,000
6750
4BR
6BA
73
44760 Palm Avenue
$270,000
1720
3BR
2BA
82
24909 Madison Avenue
$151,500
854
1BR
1BA
67
31355 David Lane
$205,000
1329
3BR
2BA
76
1141 Palm Avenue
$287,500
2100
3BR
2BA
75
25240 Noling Court
$247,500
1436
3BR
2BA
42
44964 Blue Rosemary Way
$245,000
1071
2BR
2BA
115 125
Murrieta
44628 Adobe Drive
$304,000
1725
2BR
2BA
197
25133 Parkcrest Drive
$305,000
1700
3BR
3BA
35
44706 Via Lucido
$292,500
1192
3BR
2BA
5607 Paseo Famosa
$315,000
2076
2BR
2BA
70
36150 Vence Drive
$325,000
1737
4BR
3BA
97
46195 Timbermine Lane
$322,000
1650
3BR
3BA
1
43112 Partridge Ranch Road
$350,000
2851
3BR
3BA
53
40057 Corte Fortuna
$335,000
1764
3BR
2BA
67
31962 Corte Montoya
$344,000
1666
3BR
2BA
27
217 Mahogany Street
$368,000
2981
4BR
3BA
40
36203 Provence Drive
$340,000
1737
4BR
3BA
2
33219 Puffin Street
$362,000
2188
3BR
3BA
110
43082 Barnhill Road
$429,000
2806
5BR
5BA
44
24565 Grand Oaks Court
$345,500
1816
4BR
3BA
11
33403 Decada Street
$369,900
2478
3BR
3BA
4
40260 Thornton Avenue
$443,000
2600
4BR
3BA
22
41138 Marseille Court
$350,000
2792
5BR
3BA
116
31249 Mangrove Drive
$370,000
1807
3BR
3BA
7
15663 Vista Way
$205,000
1527
3BR
3BA
76
24081 Cambria Lane
$356,500
2510
4BR
3BA
95
45085 Stoney Hill Drive
$400,000
3369
5BR
3BA
122
1800 Lakeshore Drive
$205,000
1527
3BR
3BA
32
23686 Saint Raphael Drive
$365,000
2990
5BR
3BA
101
46262 Pinon Pine Way
$420,000
2517
3BR
3BA
14
17360 Shrier Drive
$230,000
1256
3BR
2BA
13
39273 Sierra La Vida
$440,000
2608
4BR
3BA
7
32243 Via Benabarre
$430,000
2450
4BR
3BA
8
53210 Darlington Street
$275,000
1977
4BR
3BA
22
27141 Pumpkin Street
$450,000
3681
4BR
3BA
50
43919 Brookhaven Court
$437,000
3405
4BR
3BA
253
33516 Cedar Creek Lane
$295,000
2118
3BR
3BA
22
35618 Abelia Street
$450,000
2745
4BR
2BA
24
33013 Sotelo Drive
$446,000
2644
5BR
3BA
31
34093 Dianthus Lane
$309,900
2133
4BR
3BA
41
28775 Via Zapata
$140,000
2280
3BR
2BA
65
32203 Via Benabarre
$447,000
2648
5BR
3BA
96
34215 Toyon Court
$329,000
2469
4BR
3BA
57
29406 Via La Plaza
$179,500
1204
2BR
2BA
42
45617 Camino Rubi
$500,500
2849
4BR
3BA
31
35514 Desert Rose Way
$330,000
2486
4BR
3BA
33
28775 Calle De La Paz
$203,000
1440
2BR
2BA
109
33969 Galleron Street
$510,000
3155
5BR
3BA
49
35312 Trailside Drive
$332,000
2707
4BR
3BA
71
29680 Saint Andrews Court
$272,000
1431
3BR
2BA
26
46296 Durango Drive
$579,000
3733
5BR
5BA
103
34335 Blossoms Drive
$344,000
2951
4BR
3BA
99
30324 Stargazer Way
$313,000
1475
3BR
3BA
119
34538 The Farm Road
$188,500
1848
2BR
2BA
15
21035 Canyon Ridge Drive
$346,000
2486
4BR
3BA
7
28384 Gatineau Street
$315,000
1950
4BR
3BA
16
33882 Barrengo Drive
$219,749
1270
3BR
2BA
76
5 Plaza Valenza
$455,000
3006
4BR
3BA
59
23728 Canyon Oak Drive
$317,000
1458
4BR
3BA
8
32397 Blue Terrace Street
$250,000
1344
3BR
2BA
52
33035 Wood Street
$182,000
1148
2BR
2BA
15
26588 Silver Oaks Drive
$325,000
1732
4BR
3BA
26
20135 Palomar Street
$294,999
1400
3BR
2BA
57
31670 Sundance Way
$349,900
2531
4BR
3BA
76
39797 Avenida Miguel Oeste
$352,000
1995
4BR
3BA
52
34844 GLORY Lane
$299,900
2356
4BR
3BA
1
33048 Walls Street
$172,400
1100
2BR
2BA
54
30653 Carousel Lane
$358,000
1751
3BR
2BA
19
22704 Gierson Avenue
$329,000
1899
4BR
2BA
118
33041 Case Street
$206,000
1144
3BR
2BA
30
39887 Buxton Court
$375,000
2680
6BR
3BA
14
24940 Butterchurn Road
$330,000
2627
5BR
3BA
63
17657 Hayes Avenue
$233,000
1300
3BR
2BA
31
25259 Via Pera
$383,900
2141
4BR
3BA
3
35839 Covington Drive
$335,000
2617
5BR
3BA
1
18160 Honey Lane
$200,000
1334
3BR
1BA
69
30302 Savoie Street
$389,900
3404
5BR
3BA
39
32822 Virgo Way
$338,000
2632
3BR
3BA
19
18840 Welch Drive
$270,000
1447
3BR
2BA
3
39594 Casandra Court
$399,900
2410
4BR
3BA
34
32042 Cabernet Place
$390,000
2863
3BR
3BA
152
29044 Mango Court
$263,000
1410
2BR
2BA
23
37955 Pearwood Lane
$410,000
2684
4BR
3BA
33
25796 Via Sarah
$399,000
3646
5BR
3BA
175
33240 Westlong Street
$268,900
1543
3BR
2BA
34
29779 Yorkton Road
$430,000
3595
5BR
4BA
30
280 White Oak Road
$275,000
1442
3BR
2BA
88
30503 Lily Pond Lane
$435,000
3075
4BR
3BA
48
16497 Kiwi Way
$305,000
1725
3BR
3BA
76
40026 Montage Lane
$510,000
4510
6BR
4BA
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John Occhi & Mike Mason Special to Valley News Today’s Temecula and Murrieta move-up/move-down buyers face many challenges in an ever evolving real estate market. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for a larger home for your family with more yard for the kids and dogs to play or are downsizing to a smaller home with less maintenance … the challenges are all the same, juggling two real estate transactions at once. Not an easy task for even the most diligent. Since many of our Temecula and Murrieta neighbors once again have equity in their homes, many are planning on selling one home and buying another this spring, as the local real estate market continues to heat up. The local market conditions can be both a blessing and a curse to the move-up buyer. While the thought of limited inventory to select a new home from is not something to look forward to, when selling your current home you’ll welcome the bidding war that buyers will generate for the right home in the right neighborhood. The trick of course is in managing and even juggling simultaneous transactions – a task that can be both frenzied and daunting to even the most experienced homeowner. In the worst case scenario not only can the dream home be lost, but the earnest money deposit as well. While every seller-buyer is different and each has their own personal scenario, unique to them they still must answer the all-important universal question, “Can I afford to pay two mortgages at once if I buy before I sell? Or do I prepare to move twice, if I sell before I buy?” Should I stay or should I go? The biggest issue about buying before you sell is financing. With the newest provision of the Dodd-Frank Act haven taken effect last year, even today lenders will interpret differently the federal law aimed at protecting consumers while maintaining the integrity of federally insured mortgages. Now more than
ever, it’s critical to speak with your lender and investigate how a qualified mortgage affects your personal situation. Some move-up buyers will decide to not pay two mortgage payments and just go ahead and move in with friends or family or perhaps rent an apartment or other temporary housing, giving them more time to find and buy their new home. In a seller’s market like Temecula and Murrieta real estate arena is currently experiencing, most sellers will not accept an offer contingent on the buyer selling their current home. However, a good real estate agent will have some creative options from their tool box of experience to make for a smoother move-up transaction. There is more control on the selling side As a seller, you have two tools that can be used to make the process run smoother. First, when you list your home, have your agent report to the MLS that the sale of your home is contingent on you being able to find your new dream home. This will allow escrow to coordinate a dual simultaneous closing. The other option, when an offer comes in on the sale of your home, a good real estate agent can negotiate a seller rent-back agreement. This allows the buyer to close escrow on your home and take title while allowing you to remain in the home until you can move into your new home. It is fairly common to allow the seller to remain in possession of the property for up to three days after the close of escrow without any financial consideration. More than three days, rent-back should be negotiated. While the amount of the rent is always negotiable it’s typical to consider the buyer’s payment and add in a pro-rated share of property taxes, home-owners insurance and HOA dues, if any. A rent-back payment is intended to keep the buyer whole and not create a profit center. The buyer’s lender may allow up to 60 days of rent-back. Anything more and the buyer’s lender may consider the loan to be for investment property, not allowing owner-occupied financing. In today’s competitive seller’s market most buyers will be willing to cooperate allowing you to find your new home and close your own escrow if the home is priced right and in great condition.
Buying techniques As a move-up buyer with a house to sell, a smart move is to limit your search to homes that have been on the market or 30 days or more. While this is not a long time in a normal market, the seller will no doubt be feeling anxious and probably more willing to negotiate a contingency allowing the buyer to sell their home. The object will be to convince the seller to believe they are better off accepting your contingent offer than waiting for another buyer to come along. It should go without saying that a full price offer should be made with few other contingencies and if you want a long escrow, perhaps sweeten the pot with a little extra purchase price. By having your financing locked in, removing a loan contingency is another strong move that can work in your favor. A seller may accept your contingent offer with a kick-out clause that will enable them to keep their home on the market and if a better offer comes in, they can kick your contract with an appropriate notice, giving you the opportunity to move forward with your contract. As the buyer, having more flexibility in location may work for you as well. While certain local neighborhoods turn homes quicker than others, there really are no bad Temecula and Murrieta neighborhoods. Allowing for some flexibility in location and even features can prove advantageous – without settling of course. The devil is in the details The most important thing a moveup buyer can do is be prepared … on every level. As we discussed above, having your financing in place is critical. Make sure that the home you’re selling is in the best possible condition, staged to appeal to the widest audience and priced for a quick sale. The final consideration every move-up buyer needs to focus on is a back-up plan. Always keep in mind the infamous Murphy’s Rule, “If anything can go wrong, it will.” Sometimes ‘Plan B’ turns out to be the best plan, especially if it works out! Call us today and get the information you need to make the right decision. The info is free, call now! (951) 296-8887. Questions regarding available inventory and/or other real estate matters please contact me, Mike@
Fall is near, but is your home ready? Rick Cubas Special to Valley News TEMECULA – With fall in full swing, homeowners may be starting to get into the spirit of fall cleaning and maintenance. Cooler weather is drawing near, and it’s time to start thinking about prepping the home for it. Prepping for cooler weather can ensure that a home is ready for seasons to come, including the bitter chill of winter. It may seem early, but homeowners could be surprised by what some preventative maintenance can do for your budget. Expert tips to prep your home for a safe and comfortable fall season include everything from cleaning out gutters to safety checks to keep the family safe throughout the cooler months. As the fall season begins, the leaves begin to change and fall from the trees. Gutters are bound to get some extra debris, and could potentially get clogged. To prevent this pain, inspect the home’s roof and gutter system. Ensure that gutters are cleared, or go a step further and install a mesh guard to prevent
build-up. Make sure there is a carbon monoxide detector installed in the home. The State of California requires that all residences have a detector as it can alert you to odorless carbon monoxide emitted from furnaces, fireplaces, stoves and other gas-fired appliances. Check the home’s window insulation to ensure heat is not leaking out. Why run a heater this fall and winter if it won’t be warming your home? Homeowners end up spending more, because the unit will need to work overtime for lost air. Gaps in caulk and weather-stripping can account for 10 percent of the heating bill, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Change filters, and have ducts cleaned. Changing an air filter can slow down the dirt and debris build up in the HVAC system, and takes only minutes when done by a professional. On sunny days, take advantage of the sun to bring in heat. Adjust blinds so they are open and tilted toward the ceiling — but be sure to close the blinds at sundown. Set the ceiling fan in the clockwise position on low. The fan will
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Finding beauty in breast cancer TEMECULA – Dr. Sherrie Campbell, a Los Angeles area veteran psychologist has offered up tips for women suffering from breast cancer to find beauty while going through treatment for the disease. Her suggestions are designed to help women to stay positive and beautiful through the breast cancer journey. “Cancer may be visiting your life, but it is visiting to help you heal something. It is not visiting to help you lose anything. Illness is always here to cleanse out the negativity of what was so you can have a fresh start on what is to come,” Campbell said. “There is
nothing more frightening or scary then when you face the possibility of your own mortality, and nor is there anything more motivating. It is now, more than ever that life’s deliciousness is appreciated. You naturally know what you need to change to get healthy and there is a commitment level that is tenacious. So, guess what? You can beat this.” Campbell’s has offered up five tips to those fighting breast cancer. Stay Positive. “Any and all fear thoughts must be interrupted with thoughts of faith, prayer and positivity. It is not that you are not going to have your
down days because you will. When you have one cry it out, let it pass, don’t hang onto it as it will only create more stress and then force your mind positive,” she said. “To stay positive you may need to let go of certain relationships you are clear are not healthy for you, surround yourself with positive words.” Get Spiritual. “Go to natural healers, go to spiritual healers, read spiritual books, get outside for fresh air, and stay connected to that inner force within you that has no desire to give up,” Campbell said. “Healing your spirit is what you need and probably needed before the breast cancer, so this is a great time to be a seeker and to learn to live more consciously, deliberately and to embrace your vulnerability.” Exercise. “Get out and move each and every day. This is so good for your fighter cells in your body and it reminds you that you are still alive,” Campbell explained. “Exercise will help you stay and strong and will increase you healing time. It increases the positive mood hormones in the brain alleviating much of the depression you may be feeling. It also puts your around other people
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Get pretty. “C’mon ladies there is really nothing that makes us feel better looking good,” she said. “Get a gorgeous wig of your choice. If you have never had really long hair but have always wanted it, this is the time to go out and get that hair. Put on makeup, find your glow. Give your back the face you may feel is missing when you lost your eyelashes and brows. It is nothing a little pencil or eyeliner cannot fix. Eyelash extensions and false lashes are all the rage even without cancer, so indulge. This will increase your mood and feelings of strength and beauty.”
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FALLBROOK – A free educational seminar with Theresa Stigen, M.D. is being offered on Wed., Oct. 7 at the Fallbrook Woman’s Club, 238 W. Mission Road, Fallbrook. Stigen will talk about a non-hormonal treatment that is now available for vaginal health. Women of any age whose lifestyle has been
Preschool gymnastics offered in Lake Elsinore LAKE ELSINORE – The City of Lake Elsinore is offering fun filled Pre-School Gymnastics classes. This is a child/parent participation class for children ages 2 to 5 years. Students will learn classroom behavior using tumbling, stories, songs, and puppets to increase listening skills and basic coordination. Great for students new to tumbling. Classes offered on Mondays and Tuesdays. Call the Lake Community Center at (951) 245-0442 for class times and fees. Registration available online at, www.lake-elsinore.org.
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City offers variety of classes for health, fitness and wellness Kim Harris Managing Editor
have difficulty getting down on the floor is offered from 3 – 4 p.m. New students are always welcome. Yoga and Tai Chi Classes are $5, Chair Yoga classes are $4. Classes are taught by Master Gustavo Poletti and are held at the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center located at 420 E. Lakeshore Drive in Lakepoint Park. For more information contact the senior center at (951) 674-2526. Daleep Kaur Kundalini Yoga class is offered on Monday evenings from 5:45 – 7:15 p.m. This class combines rhythmic movements, postures, balance and breathing techniques to gain strength and emotional balance. Class is for both adult men and women ages 16 and older and the cost is $13 per class. Classes are held at the Lake Elsinore Senior Center located at 420 E. Lakeshore Drive. Please bring a mat. A martial arts class with the West Coast Academy of Tae Kwon Do takes place on Mondays and Fridays
The city of Lake Elsinore has a wide variety of classes on tap designed to help residents lead a healthier lifestyle. In addition to the fitness benefits all of the classes offer a chance to get out, socialize and have some fun. Stand Up Paddleboarding classes meet at Aloha Pier Paddlesports located at Elm Grove Beach and La Laguna Campground on Fridays and Saturdays for those 11 years of age and older. Yoga and Tai Chi for seniors meets every Thursday offering those of a certain age the opportunity to take part in gentle stretching and breathing techniques to improve balance and flexibility while reducing tension and stress. Yoga is held from 9 – 10 a.m., followed by Tai Chi from 10 –11 a.m. Chair Yoga, an adaptive program for those who
from 7:15 – 8:45 p.m. All levels of students, ages 10 and up, are welcome to join. Training includes basic skills, sparring, and the chance to test for higher levels. Drop-In Volleyball at the Lake Community Center is held on Wednesdays from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Cost is $3 per player and tennis shoes are required. The pick-up games are open to anyone ages 15 and up and no advanced registration required. Players should bring their own ball. No private instruction allowed. Recreational tennis classes are held at Creekside Park on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Students of all ages and skill levels will build a solid foundation and passion for tennis through this class by learning proper technique, placement, balance and movement for the four major strokes. Students must provide tennis racquet.
Home Firearm Safety This is a community education class, specifically a Home Firearm Safety course, according to the curriculum of the National Rifle Association. The course will promote the safe handling and storage of firearms and to create responsible gun owners. Each four hour class will be held at the Lake Community Center on Saturdays for $40. Ages 18 and up. At no time will any firearms and ammunition be allowed in the classroom. Taekwondo APW Tae Kwon Do, through the
World Tae Kwon Do Federation is a USAT recognized school. offering classes to all levels of students. Ages 4 and up are welcome to train in a family environment. Parents train for free with a paid child. Class is on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Lake Community Center. For information on all classes call (951) 245-0442. To register online, visit www. lake-elsinore.org. To comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.
Medicare celebrates its 50th anniversary cover health care such as preventive annual physicals and exams, hospital stays, lab tests and durable medical equipment (such as wheelchairs, oxygen and other medical supplies), as well as prescription drugs. The Medicare Annual Election Period which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, is the one time of year when all people with Medicare can see what new benefits Medicare has to offer and make changes, if they want, to their coverage for the upcoming calendar year. To learn the latest information
Medicare is celebrating a milestone birthday this year. 50 years ago, on July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the landmark amendment to the Social Security Act, which gave life to the Medicare Program and forever changed the landscape of health care in America. Medicare gives Americans Access to quality, affordable health care that assists those who are entitled to it in leading a healthier and more productive life. Today, about 55 million Americans depend on Medicare to
about the plans available in Riverside County for 2016 or attend a Medicare 101 presentation (and receive a complimentary pie at no obligation) can contact Rachel Brown or Mark Albano at (951) 595-5043 For those planning to attend and receive a pie – please RSVP your pie choice to (951) 595-5043. TTY Users can call 711. Accommodations can also be made for persons with special needs, just let us know. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
School offers free hugs in Old Town to cultivate optimism, connections Taryn Murphy Intern
of their comfort zones and making them feel a part of something bigger than themselves,” she said. The idea for the event began when the school discovered a YouTube video documenting a similar endeavor. Juan Mann, founder of the Free Hugs Campaign, posted a video online of his attempts to offer free hugs to the public. After viewing the positive reactions he elicited, the school was inspired to do the same. On the special day, students will be deployed to various areas throughout Old Town, wearing customary black uniforms and waving free hug signs. Davey says that within the beauty school itself, contests are often held for who can create the best poster each year. And the outreach isn’t just limited to Temecula – it’s nationwide. Paul Mitchell schools in various locations will be taking part in the same local outreach. Most of all Davey hopes that the event will bring joy to the community as a whole. And after years of witnessing the hugs in action, she knows it’s possible. “You can see the shift in people and their outlook on everything,”
For the Paul Mitchell Beauty School in Temecula, it’s not just about styling hair – it’s about spreading the love. On Oct. 13, the Paul Mitchell School of Temecula will be heading to Old Town Temecula in an attempt to cultivate optimism and connection in the community. From 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., students from the school will be offering free hugs to passersby, a tradition that has continued for the past few years. According to Courtney Davey, Culture Specialist at the beauty school, it’s a day anxiously awaited by students and staff alike. “This is by far one of my favorite days each year,” Davey said. “It is a time when we go out into the public and spread the Paul Mitchell love and culture.” That love and culture, Davey explained, is one of camaraderie and a feel-good atmosphere, two things which the school has sought to encourage from the beginning. “It’s kind of getting people out
she said. For the students, the impact is just as valuable. “They always come back with a better outlook on life,” Davey said. The beauty school remains confident that it is not only giving future professionals the opportunity to serve, but training them to become well-rounded human beings. “They leave here not only an amazing stylist, but one who gives back,” Davey said, “one who really wants to give back to the community they’re serving.” For more information about the outreach, contact Davey at (951) 694-4323 or courtneyd@temecula. paulmitchell.edu.
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HS Girls Volleyball: [Left] Last year’s Southwestern League champs, Great Oak’s Lady Wolfpack, are ranked 3rd in the CIF-SS Division 1AA polls and remain undefeated after a win over Santiago on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 3-1 in four sets.
Freshman Kali Uhl, seen here serving, led the Rams with 17 kills and 22 digs against Hemet on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
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Excitement mounts as league play approaches
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Dean Fioresi Sports Writer/Intern The Southwestern League saw a lot of action over the last week as all six teams had preleague battles. Chaparral (6-3) managed to move up to the number seven spot in the CIF Division 1AA polls after defeating Fallbrook (4-6) on Sept. 15, 3-1. The Pumas who faced Chino Hills (9-8) on Tuesday, Sept. 22, dropped the match 3-2, but turned around and beat Canyon of Anaheim two days later. Great Oak (5-0) has the three spot locked up for the CIF-SS Division 1AA polls and remains undefeated after defeating Santiago (12-3) 3-1 in four sets; 25-22, 25-20, 2325, 25-22. The Wolfpack’s Cindy Marina had an amazing total of 45 assists while Amy Underdown had 20 kills and Bailee Huizenga added 14. Defensively Sam Rice had 29 digs. On Thursday, Sept. 24, Great Oak welcomed Marymount to their home court and took down the Lady Sailors, 3-1, winning their matches
23-23, 25-17, 21-25 and 25-16. Murrieta Mesa (8-4) lost their first match of this past weekend 3-1 against Elsinore (14-5) before bouncing back and having their way with Hemet High (8-3) winning 3-0. Freshman Kali Uhl led the Rams with 17 kills and 22 digs. Leimomi Arscott had 12 kills and 10 digs while Kiara Schmidt had 11 digs. Setter Savannah Esteban added 24 assists. The Rams moved into 3rd place in the Southwestern League after knocking down the Lady Titans of Temescal Canyon at home on Sept. 24, 3-0. Murrieta Valley (11-7) saw a successful weekend, winning both of their matches; they beat King High School (1-6) handedly, 3-0, and Palm Desert (5-5), 3-1. McKenna Miller led the Nighthawks with 20 kills, 4 aces and 10 digs while teammate Ashlyn Gergins had 37 assists against the Aztecs. Murrieta Valley dropped a slot in the standings after losing 3-0 to Santiago on Thursday,
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Olivia Cardwell (3) and Randi Pico (17) go for a block in Rancho Christian’s 3-1 loss to Capistrano Valley Christian on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Erin Baker photo
Elsinore’s Alex Marones (4) attempts a kill against Mesa defenders Vicky Carr (44) and Danielle Goins (38). Elsinore defeated the Rams 3-0. Alicia Salcedo photo
HS Football: Local teams bare down as Week 4 concludes, preparations for league play underway JP Raineri Sports Editor Week 5 for high school football programs usually means a much needed week off to tighten things up, rest, recover, get some extra practice in and prepare for the start of league play next week. As Week 5 arrives, only a handful of games will take place this week, as most teams kicked their seasons off during 0 Week a little over a month ago. There also won’t be much action in town this week as the few games that are being played are away, including Temecula Valley and Vista Murrieta who were the only two remaining undefeated Southwestern League teams, up until last week. Amanda Schwarzer photo Temecula Valley Great Oak stand out Demetric Felton (7) escapes the would be tackle of welcomed Paloma Corona’s Elijah Hines (43) with the help of University of Arizona O-Line Valley out of the commit Bryson Cain (53) in the Wolfpack’s 34-21, Week 4 win.
Orange Lutheran’s Brandon McKinney (21) looks to the outside during their Week 4 match-up with the now 3-1 Vista Murrieta Broncos. Butch Owens photo
Sunbelt League to their house on Friday, where it would be a running back showdown between the Golden Bears’ junior sensation, Lika Palmer, and the Wildcats’ dynamic senior duo of Demarco Prewitt and Khayrii Joyner. Paloma Valley jumped ahead early with rushing touchdowns from both Prewitt and Joyner, giving the Wildcats an early 14 point lead. Junior Golden Bear wide receiver Zak Simon with the help of junior quarterback Shane Oberhuber, hauled in a pass to bring the Golden Bears within 7 points early in the 2nd quarter, but the Wildcats were on a mission as Prewitt took the ball into the end zone again on their next possession to put the Wildcats up by two scores once more. Paloma Valley would go up by three scores as the first half drew close to an end when senior WR Cameron Wheatley caught a 66yard pass from sophomore QB Chance Nolan putting the Wildcats up 28-7 going into halftime. Temecula Valley opened the second half with a 70-yard catch and run by Simon, closing the gap to 28-14, but despite a bold effort on the part of the Golden Bears, who moved the ball well on the ground gaining 253 yards, fell in the end, losing 34-21. Joyner and Prewitt led the way with over 100 yards each on the ground as Cameron Whatley ended the night with 6 receptions for 136 yards and 2 TDs for the Wildcats. Pass completions and yardage gained in the air was solid for the Golden Bears as QBs Oberhuber and Vincent Bowes threw a combined total of 191 yards. Paloma Valley (3-2) will open up league play next week at Lakeside (3-2). The Temecula Valley Golden Bears (3-1) will play their last non-conference game this week at Tahquitz (1-3). Game time is 7 p.m.
The other undefeated Southwestern League team going into last week, the Vista Murrieta Broncos, suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of the Orange Lutheran Lancers (3-2), 29-14, making it the second year in a row that the Broncos lost to the Trinity League powerhouse. Bronco QB Kyle Williams got his team off to a great start when he scored the first TD of the game on a 21-yard draw up the middle, but Orange Lutheran answered back with 29 consecutive points, and 502 yards of offense, to put the game out of reach. Vista Murrieta had some fight left in them in the third quarter when quarterback Karson Greeley threw a 42-yard touchdown pass to Khalil Shakir, but the energy would be short lived as the Lancers took the game 29-14 when all was said and done. Shakir ended the night with nine catches for 148 yards while Greeley completed 16 of his 29 passes for 175 yards and a touchdown. Williams completed two passes for 19 yards, ran for 27 on seven carries and caught five balls for 17 yards. The Broncos finish off their pre-season schedule Friday, Oct. 2, when they travel to San Diego to face the St. Augustine Saints (4-1). The Broncos will then carry their momentum into next week when they take on Great Oak in their league opener on Oct. 9. Great Oak (2-3) is off this week, but helped out their cause by scoring twice in the final quarter to slip past the Corona Panthers 24-17 last week, winning their homecoming game and bringing their record to 2-3 for the preseason. Demetric Felton led the ground attack for the Wolfpack as he rushed for 186 yards on 21 carries with one TD and led all receivers with 87 yards.
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Richardson’s RV wears pink in support of breast cancer awareness RIVERSIDE – This October when customers visit Richardson’s RV at any of their three locations in the Inland Empire, or at the 63rd California RV Show in Pomona, the sales staff and owners will be wearing pink shirts to show their support of the Susan G. Komen, Inland Empire, Circle of Promise Program. “Richardson’s RV will donate $100 for every RV we sell during
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Rose Again Foundation asks for donations to fund much needed programs for children TEMECULA – As a senior at Rancho Christian High School in Temecula, Natalie Rose Shadle founded the Rose Again Foundation following mission trips to orphanages in Mexico and Guatemala. As the oldest of six children, Shadle has always had experience with and a heart for children. Spending time with orphans caused Shadle to develop a deep desire to do something to help make a difference in the lives of these abandoned, suffering and often abused children. After a year of thought and prayer Natalie formed a Board of Directors and shared her desire and the Rose Again Foundation was formed in May of 2013. Just two and a half years later the foundation has helped many children through their programs. One such program was Kids of Summer, which allowed more than 70 local foster and adopted children kids to attend extracurricular activities this summer. Activities included numerous sports, swim lessons, music, art, horse therapy and many day and week camp options. Letters and pictures received by Rose Again proved what a success the program was, how much it benefitted the children, and how much it was appreciated by parents, group home staff and the children. Another way Rose Again helps is through their Bless the Children Christmas program where they collect and provide items like clothing, shoes, backpacks, books, handmade
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blankets, toiletries, make-up, gift cards and wish list items to the children, many of whom have no foster family and live in group homes, safe homes or may even be hospitalized. Letters of encouragement and love are included in the BTC packages. Last year Rose Again blessed 34 foster children through BTC and their goal this year is 75 children. To contribute to the program you can donate any amount or you can sponsor a child for only $100. Based in Temecula, Rose Again Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and serves foster children in the Southwest Riverside County area. To learn more about the Rose Again Foundation visit www. RoseAgainFoundation.org or contact Rhonda Reinke, executive director at RoseAgainFoundation@gmail. com or by calling (951) 970-2518. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
for the entire month of October. When Nancy Brinker founded the Susan G. Komen nonprofit organization in October 1982, that month has been recognized as breast cancer month. “Breast cancer can affect women of any age, and our mother who is now a breast cancer survivor, is one of the reasons why we are dedicated to helping the Susan G.
Komen Foundation fight this terrible disease,” said Richardson. “You can help support this important program when you purchase an RV at any of the three locationsor attend the RVIA California RV Show at the Fairplex in Pomona from Oct. 9 thru 18. Richardson’s RV has been in business for over 30 years in the Inland Empire and has locations at 10717
Indiana Ave. in Riverside, 26776 Encanto Dr. in Menifee and 27590 Jefferson Ave. in Temecula. The Menifee location can be reached by calling (866) 864-9810. The Temecula showroom can be reached at (888) 282-6611. For more information on how to participate in the Circle of Promise Program contact Susan G. Komen at (855) 276-9813.
Ponte Winery named Certified California Sustainable Winegrower for the fifth year TEMECULA – After earning the distinguished Environmental Leadership Award from Riverside County earlier this year, the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance has once again named Ponte Winery a Certified California Sustainable Winegrower. “The CCSW certificate reaffirms our commitment to green practices,” says Claudio Ponte, managing partner of Ponte Winery and Ponte Vineyard Inn. “Sustainability is a core value at Ponte and by meeting tough CCSW standards, we know we are on the right track.” The CCSW designation requires a rigorous annual audit of more than 230 best practices, including water and energy conservation, recycling, composting, reduction in pesticide use, local wildlife habitat preservation and many
others. Wineries must show continuous improvement to maintain the certificate. In 2011, Ponte Family Estate Winery became the first winery in Temecula Wine Country to earn the coveted CCSW certificate and has since been followed by neighbors South Coast Winery and Palumbo Winery. About Ponte Family Estate Winery Located in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, Ponte Family Estate Winery sits on more than 300 acres of vineyards. The winery offers guests a bucolic “Day in the Country” experience, with its spacious rustic-style tasting room, al fresco dining, and elegant Italian gardens. The winery’s goal is to cre-
ate an approachable, memorable experience that welcomes both new and experienced wine lovers with the mantra, “If you like it, it’s good wine!” Visitors can enjoy tours of the winemaking process, participate in special events like the annual Grape Stomp Festival, or work with the winery’s event planners to create an exceptional wine country wedding or other group event. With its picturesque setting, approachable wines, farmfresh cuisine and events, Ponte Winery is one of the most soughtafter wine destinations in Southern California. Ponte Winery is located at 35053 Rancho California Rd., Temecula. For more information, visit www.pontewinery.com. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
Beyond the Demographics TEMECULA – The City of Temecula Office of Economic Development is pleased to present “Beyond the Demographics with Temecula’s Retail Consultant, Buxton” on Tuesday, Oct. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This free event will take place at Temecula City Hall, Conference Center, 41000 Main Street in Old
Town Temecula. At this event, attendees will learn who the Temecula customer is, what the city’s core segments are, see Temecula’s trade area and what is driving customer growth through data and analytics specific to Temecula. Buxton is the industry leader
in customer analytics. More than 3,000 clients in the retail, restaurant, healthcare, private equity, and public sectors have relied on Buxton’s insights to guide their growth strategies. To register, contact Christine Damko at Christine.damko@ c i t y o f t e m e c u l a . o rg o r v i s i t w w w. e v e n t b r i t e . c o m / e / beyond-the-demographicstemecula-community-meetingwith-buxton-tickets- 18540329625. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
Business and Health Showcase open to public, vendors wanted TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce will host their 2015 Business & Health Showcase Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the vacant portion of Macy’s Men, Home, and Children Store in Temecula Promenade located at 40780 Winchester Rd. in Temecula. Sponsored by Pechanga Resort & Casino and Temecula Valley Hospital this event is a great way to promote your business to over 250
attendees, network and meet area businesses & organizations, win raffle prizes, and sample delicious food provided by local restaurants. Sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor spaces are available. Cost for space runs from $75 $400 depending on space size and membership. For more information contact Jennifer Cloud at Jennifer@ temecula.org or call (951) 6765090.
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Pow! Batmobile reproductions stall for local business following court ruling Kim Harris Managing Editor Much like the Joker’s evil plans were always foiled by Batman, a Temecula mechanic has been stopped in his tracks from making replicas of the Batmobile, thanks to the ruling of a set of judges on the 9th U.S. Circuit of Appeals last week. The panel of three judges upheld a 2011 lower court ruling that the Batmobile was protected by a copyright held by DC Comics last week. Mark Towle, owner of Gotham Garage in Temecula who makes replicas of the cars will no longer be able to produce the popular vehicles that sold for about $90,000 apiece. In the decision, authored by 9th Circuit Judge Sandra Ikuta wrote that DC Comics owned the copyright to the machine which first appeared in the Batman comic books as the caped-crusader’s primary mode of transportation beginning in 1941. “We are asked to decide whether defendant Mark Towle infringed DC Comics’ exclusive rights un-
der a copyright when he built and sold replicas of the Batmobile, as it appeared in the 1966 television show Batman and the 1989 film ‘Batman,’” wrote Ikuta. “Holy copyright law, Batman!” Ikuta went on to opine that DC Comics is the publisher and owner of the comic books featuring the “world famous character,” Batman. “Since his first comic book appearance in 1939, the Caped Crusader has protected Gotham City from villains with the help of his sidekick Robin the Boy Wonder, his utility belt, and of course, the Batmobile,” she wrote. While Towle has not yet responded to an interview requests, the specialty auto builder’s website www.gothamgarage.net no longer features photos of the creations. Towle’s attorney, Larry Zerner, expressed disappointment in the ruling saying the law specifically states that automobile designs are not subject to copyright. “My client just sells cars,” Zerner said. “The car is not a character. The car is a car.” In the ruling, Ikuta wrote that DC proved it owns a copyright in
the Batmobile as it appeared in the 1966 television series and the 1989 movie starring Michael Keaton. “To the Batmobile!” she wrote. According the decision, Towle produces replicas of the Batmobile as it appeared in both the 1966 television show and 1989 motion picture as part of his business at Gotham Garage, where he manufactures and sells replicas of automobiles featured in motion pictures or television programs. “Towle concedes that these replicas copy the designs of the Batmobile as depicted on television and in the motion picture, though they do not copy every feature. Towle then sells these vehicles for approximately $90,000 to ‘avid car collectors’ who ‘know the entire history of the Batmobile.’” Towle also sold kits that allow customers to modify their cars to look like the Batmobile, as it appeared in the 1966 television show starring Adam West and the 1989 motion picture, starring Michael Keaton. According to the court documents, prior to the 2011 lawsuit, Towel “advertised each replica as
the Batmobile, and used the domain name batmobilereplicas.com to market his business. He also advertised that the replicas included such features as ‘custom bat insignias, wheel bats, [and a] bat steering wheel,’ and would attract attention due to the fame of the Batmobile.” “By his own admission, Towle is not authorized by DC to manufacture or sell any products bearing DC’s copyright or trademark,” Ikuta wrote. In the opinion Ikuta wrote that the Batmobile has consistent character traits and attributes. “No matter its specific physical appearance, the Batmobile is a ‘crime-fighting’ car with sleek and powerful characteristics that allow Batman to maneuver quickly while he fights villains,” she wrote. According to the court ruling, Towle did not contest that the replicas copied the 1966 and 1989
Batmobiles, but rather that his main argument was focused on DC not owning “ copyright interest in the 1966 and 1989 productions” and therefore had no standing to pursue its copyright infringement claim. Whether or not DC created the character of Batman was never disputed and various licenses it has entered into over the years did not transfer its underlying property rights, Ikuta wrote. “Having established that the Batmobile character is entitled to copyright protection, and that DC owns a copyright to this character as it appears in the 1966 television series and 1989 motion picture, we conclude that Towle infringed upon these copyrights when he produced replicas of the Batmobile,” she wrote. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
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CHAmBeR of CommeRCe October Events: Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 15 Oct 15 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 23 Oct 28
2pm. AIG Financial Network Ribbon Cutting at AIG Financial Network. 9am-11am. Professional Development Series- Women in Business at Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange. 5:3pm-10pm. Glow Ball Golf Tournament at Temecula Creek Inn. 7:30am-10am. Legislative Summit at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa. 9am-11am. SBDC Seminar- Federal/ State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar at Temecula Valley Entrepreneur\’s Exchange. 4pm. Academy Mortgage Ribbon Cutting at Academy Mortgage Corporation. 10am. Christian Handyman Ribbon Cutting. 12pm-1pm. Southwest California Legislative Council from at Mt. San Jacinto Community College. 5:30pm. Temecool Computer Repair Ribbon Cutting at “The Merc” at the Temecula Community Theater. 5pm-8pm. Business & Health Showcase in the vacant portion of Macys’ Men Children Home. 9am-11am. Professional Development Series- Women in Business at Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange. 7:30am-9:30am. Morning Mixer at BJ’s Restaurant.
New Members: • AARD Spring and Stamping - Polycraft Label mfg. • ACme Administrators, Inc. • Am Interiors • Avon • Beacon medical • CNN mortgage • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Juliet Grossman • Creamistry • Crossfit Incinerator • Crowning Glory Productions • freeman Property management, Inc. • HC2 Strategies, Inc. • Infinium HR Group • Intazza Coffee • Jack in the Box • mark Blackwell + Associates • master Plan entertainment • RmS Physical Therapy • South Pacific financial Corporation • Temecula Titans American Youth football • Times Square Pizza & Bagels • Top Level Realty • Total freedom Business Coaching • TruNorth marketing & Consulting Services • Tzine • U-Haul Company of oceanside • Vivint Solar
Presidents Message: The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is actively engaged in promoting and sustaining a business friendly environment in which businesses grow and thrive. The mission of the TVCC is to give our members direct access to business and community leaders who share their economic, civic and social concerns. The Chamber unites the efforts of business, industrial and professional individuals to ensure an enhanced business climate, harnessing the tremendous potential of the private enterprise system and enabling its members to accomplish collectively what no one could do individually. – Alice Sullivan, President/CEO
President’s Message: Our mission is to pursue excellence and economic growth in the lake Elsinore Valley through leadership and community partnerships, by acting as a catalyst for an innovative business environment, representing the interest of business before government and enhancing the vitality of the community we serve through Economic Development. The purpose is not to make a profit in dollars and cents, but rather to profit its members through an improved market that allows our ultimate goal to make Lake Elsinore a great place to do business. 132 West Graham Avenue, Lake elsinore, CA 92530 (951) 245-8848 www.lakeelsinorechamber.com
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7pm. Movie in the Park and Tile Painting, Marna O’brien Park, 20505 Palomar St., Wildomar, CA 92595. 6pm. State of the City Address by Mayor Ben Benoit, Wildomar City Hall, 23873 Clinton Keith Rd, Suite 201, Wildomar, CA 92595. 5:30-7pm. Networking Mixer hosted by Guild Mortgage, 23873 Clinton Keith Rd. Suite 109-110. Wildomar, CA 92595. 1pm. Ribbon Cutting for Angeles Home Care, 32650 Wesley St., Wildomar, CA 92595. Trunk or Treat, Marna O’brien Park, 20505 Palomar Street, Wildomar CA.
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33751 Mission Trail Road, P.O. Box 855, Wildomar, CA 92595 (951) 245-0437 | admin@wildomarchamber.org www.wildomarchamber.org
5:30pm. First Thursday Mixer! Hosted by: Q 103.3 iHeart Media, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, Ste. 116, Temecula, Ca 92590. 1pm. Ribbon Cutting, Tiny Imprints at the Murrieta Chamber office. 11:30am. Government Relations Meeting at the Chamber Office. 12pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends. Applebees, 24872 Madison Ave. 5:30pm. Discover Ireland Info Meeting. The Shamrock Irish Pub and Eatery, 39252 Winchester Road, Ste 143-145, Murrieta. 7:30am. Networking Breakfast. The Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery! 39252 Winchester Road, Ste 143-145 Murrieta. Must RSVP. 1pm. Ribbon Cutting, Maxx Pizza Company, 41539 Kalmia St. 12pm. One year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting, Elias Shoes, 25125 Madison Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562. 4pm. Ribbon Cutting. ONEHOPE Wines At the Chamber office. 9am. Murrieta School of Business. Topic: Drive Traffic to your website and turn viewers to customers! Presented by: Peter Schlemmer, Peter Schlemmer Productions At the Chamber Office. 12pm. Ribbon Cutting. Hawk Ranch, 42149 Elm St., Murrieta. 12pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends. ACES Comedy Club, 39745 Avenida Acacias Suite B, Murrieta, CA 92563 4pm. Ribbon Cutting. Academy Mortgage Corporation, 43471 Ridge Park Dr. Suite C, Temecula, CA 92590. 8:30am. Power Partners Coffee, Rivoli Deli and Coffee, 24520 Village Walk Pl., Murrieta, CA 92562. 12pm. Southwest Legislative Council Meeting. 9am. Murrieta School of Business. Topic: “Eliminating Organizational Waste & Creating Greater Value for your Organization” Presented by Joseph Mignone At the Chamber Office. 12pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends, Juice It UP! Village Walk, 24530 Village Walk Plaza, Ste. A, Murrieta, CA 92562. 12pm. Re-Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Planet Beach, 40250 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd #112, Murrieta CA 92563. 12pm. Ribbon Cutting (1 year Anniversary at their location) Bellas Pizza Villa, 39621 Los Alamos Rd., Murrieta, CA 92563. 8:30am. Coffee with the City At Murrieta Chamber Office. 3pm. Golf Networking At the Golf Club at Rancho California, 39500 Robert Trent Jones Pkwy., Murrieta, CA 92563. 12pm. Murrieta Lunch With Friends, Farmstead Market, 41516 Kalmia, Murrieta, CA 92562. 12pm. Ribbon Cutting, Forever Florals, 24619 Washington Ave. #104, Murrieta.
• Vonage • Vivint Solar • my Smart House • Brian Allred, financial Services Professional • Hawk Ranch • Timmy D Productions • Hands of Zen • It Works! (That Crazy Wrap Thing) • Skybox Grill and Tavern • Craveyon CloudWines • Ion Technology Services • BBVA Compass • Bangles N Bobbles • el’s Troupe • Nurture enhances Nature • Reata Ranch • CJ Wilson KTm motorcycles of murrieta • Bellas Pizza Villa • New American funding • SoCal Rewards • All events and Party Rentals, Inc. • Benny’s Place • Primary Residential mortgage, Inc. • Barons market • elisa DeCristo Travel, Cruise one Siemens & Associates • 42 Tardis Way, Inc. DBA Temecool Computer Repair • Silva and Sons Insurance Services, Inc.
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31658 Railroad Canyon Road, Canyon Lake, CA 92587 (951) 244-6124 | canyonlakechamber@outlook.com www.canyonlakechamber.org
President’s Message:
Oct 8
• Heritage Crossings by Griffin Residential • Subway • LiDoServ • Angeles Home Care • Barbara Winchell
Join us for our 5th Annual Oktoberfest in the Canyon Lake Towne Center on Saturday October 3, 2015 from 5-9pm. Featuring food, drinks, live entertainment, bounce house, vendors and more. Also Parade of Frights on Saturday, October 24th from 9am12:30pm Trick or Treat at participating businesses in the Towne Center using the” treasure map” to find candy. Carnival booths with games and prizes. Support your local community!
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Why Join the Wildomar Chamber? Chamber membership provides your company with: Connections to business prospects, opportunities and relationships through multiple networking programs throughout the year. Visibility and exposure for your business through print, social media and online presence. Access to elected city officials and information about laws from our legislative council. Marketing to maximize your dollars and reach our local business community! At every level of membership you will continue to receive a package of benefits including: Business Referrals, Presence on the Chamber website Publications, Networking Opportunities, Marketing Services. Chamber membership is your link to the people, programs and information you need to increase your organization’s visibility and grow your business. – Sandra Tordoff
• Derek B. Hauser DDS • Kat’s Toys LLC • Premier Party & Tent Rentals • Quality Credit.org
October Events: Oct 1
New Members: • Glass Doctor of SWRC • Law office of f.m. Douglas
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5-9pm. 5th Annual Oktoberfest, Canyon Lake Towne Center. Music, Beer, Food, Bounce House, Vendors, Total Family Fun, Oct 14 11:30am-12:30pm. $7 Chamber Luncheon, Canyon Lake City Hal. Guest speaker Jack Kantola speaking about Exit Strategies. RSVP TODAY, SEATING IS LIMITED. Oct 24 9am-12:30pm. Parade of Frights, Canyon Lake Towne Center. Use the” treasure map” to Trick or Treat at participating businesses passing out candy carnival booths with games and prizes. Close to 1000 families participate. Oct 28 5:30-7pm. Monthly Chamber Mixer hosted by Bombshells Clothing Store, 31568 Railroad Canyon Rd. Canyon Lake. Oct 4,11,18,25 9am-1pm. Year-round Sundays Canyon Lake Farmers Market. Open air market in the upper parking lot of the Canyon Lake Towne Center featuring food, unique Artisan’s and more.
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October Events: 10am. Elsinore Valley Pregnancy Resource Center Presents: Walk for Life, Machado Park. Oct 3 10:30am. Tractor Supply Company Ribbon Cutting, Tractor Supply Company. Oct 7 12pm-1pm. Lunch & Learn: Computer Security & Backup, Presented By Roy Peters With Compufix, LLC. Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant. Oct 9 12pm-1:30pm. Lake Elsinore Nooner, El Ranchito Taco Shop. Oct 10, 11 9am. American Cancer Society Relay For Life Presents: Relay for Life of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake Middle School. Oct 10, 11 Lucas Oil Regional’s, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park. Oct 14 8:30am-9:30am. Hump Day Morning Mixer, Lake Elsinore Casino Restaurant. Oct 15 11:30am-1:30pm. EWDC Luncheon-Franchise Workshop, Reservations Are Required - Diamond Club. Oct 15 4:30pm-6pm. Mayor Steve Manos Presents the State of Our City Address. PINS’N POCKETS. Oct 18 7 am. 17th Annual Susan G. Komen Inland Empire: RACE FOR THE CURE, Storm Stadium. Oct 20 11:30am-1:30pm. Student of the Month, Lakeside High School. Oct 24 5pm-9pm. City of Lake Elsinore Presents: Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular, Lake Community Center. Oct 24, 25 Lucas Oil Nationals, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park. Oct 31 5:30pm-7:30pm. Fangtastic Halloween Event. Lake Elsinore Outlets. Oct 3
26790 Ynez Courte, Suite A, Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 676-5090 www.temecula.org
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Murrieta
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October Events:
Oct 7 Oct 9 Oct 14 Oct 14 Oct 17 Oct 17 Oct 17 Oct 21 Oct 22
2:30pm. North Golf Course Inc. 40th Birthday Bash. 11am. So Cancer Can’t Attack luncheon, Sun City Civic Association. 9am. SBDC - Training how to bid for (and win) Government Contracts. 29737 New Hub Dr, Suite 201, Menifee. 6pm. Menifee City Council 7pm. Mayor’s Ball, Menifee Lakes Country Club. A magical evening of enchantment. RSVP to 951-381-0444. 8:15am. Student of the Month. Sizzler, 91 W Nuevo Rd, Perris. 5:30pm-7pm. Mixer at French Valley Cafe, 37600 Sky Canyon Dr, Murrieta. Family Photo Shoot, Sun City Library. Mardi Gras Fashion Show, Sun City Civic Center, 26850 Sun City Blvd, Sun City. 11am-7pm. Oktoberfest at Wikerd Farm. 6pm. Menifee City Council. 12pm. Laptop Lunch Series, Raxter Law.
29737 New Hub Drive, Suite 102, menifee, CA 92586 (951) 672-1991 | ceo@menifeevalleychamber.org www.menifeevalleychamber.com
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Temecula resident hits the beach for Wavecrest Woodie Show Kim Harris Managing Editor
Brad Anderson of Temecula shows off his 1950 Dodge Commercial Station Wagon at the Wavecrest Woodie Show in Encinitas on Saturday, Sept. 19. Anderson’s wagon began life as a school bus at an allgirls boarding school in Utah. Tim Deegan photos
More than 30 years ago woodie aficionados began to descend upon the coast in Encinitas to show off their wood paneled cars for all to see. This year’s Wavecrest Woodie Show was no different than year’s past as hundreds of woodie owners and even more spectators hit the beach to enjoy the cool air and even cooler cars on Saturday, Sept. 19. Billed as the “Granddaddy of all woodie meets,” Wavecrest is held annually at Moonlight Beach at the end of Encinitas Boulevard and is known as the longest running and largest gathering of woodies in the world. This year Temecula resident Brad Anderson took his woodie, a car that uses wood panels on both the interior and exterior, down to the coast for the event. Beginning its life as a school bus at an all-girls’ boarding school in Utah, Anderson’s 1950 Dodge station wagon was just one of more than 300 of the classic cars on display. Anderson bought the car in 1997 and painstakingly restored it. His car was the last woodie owned by surfer and surfboard manufacturer Dewey Weber who drove it daily up until his death in 1993.With only 57,000 original miles, it is only one
of three known to still exist. While most of the cars were from all over Southern California, some came from as far away as Washington and Texas. Some of the first cars ever built were made with wood as it was cheaper and easier to manufacture but as time wore on and the use of steel became more widespread, wood became a luxury item used for design and styling, according to www.popularmechanics.com. After falling out of favor with mainstream buyers and manufacturers because of their lack of durability and their increasing cost of production, woodies found a second life in Southern California, becoming popular in the surf culture in the 1950s and 60s. “The climate helped preserve the wood, while the commodious interiors proved ideal for surfers to haul their friends and boards to SoCal beaches,” the website reported. Menifee’s own Brett Harrell, along with his 1947 Ford “High Energy” sound machine provided music for the show that featured Hawaiian and surf music performed live, raffle prizes and awards for the best of the best. Tim Deegan contributed to this report. To comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.
The varsity Lady Pumas take a timeout to focus on clinching the win against Fallbrook High. Chaparral won the away match 3-1. Shane Gibson photo
Brett Harrell of Menifee provided music for the Wavecrest Woodie Show at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas with his 1947 Ford “High Energy” sound machine.
2015 Perris Auto Speedway Schedule October 3 October 24 November 11 November 12 November 13 November 14 November 25 November 26
11th Annual Southern California Fair PASSCAR Champions Night – Street Stocks, Super Stocks, Modifieds, Factory Stocks and CDCRA Dwarf Cars Oval Nationals Practice 20th annual Oval Nationals USAC National and USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 20th annual Oval Nationals USAC National and USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 20th annual Oval Nationals USAC National and USAC/CRA Sprint Cars Turkey Night Grand Prix Practice Agajanian Promotions and Oval Entertainment, LLC presents the 75th Running of the Turkey Night Grand Prix - USAC National and Western States Midgets NOTE – THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
VOLLEYBALL from page D-1 Western Christian as they hope to turn things around and climb out Sept. 24. The Nighthawks open up from fifth place. An almost entirely new Calvary league on Oct. 6 against Murrieta Murrieta team (3-7), played in a Mesa. Two Southwestern League teams tournament over the weekend goparticipated in tournaments over ing 1-3. The Warriors, ranked tenth the past weekend, including Vista in Division 5AA last week, played Murrieta (8-4), who finished eighth Public Safety Academy on Thursin the Durango Fall Classic, finish- day, Sept. 24, defeating the Phoenix ing 4-3 and Temecula Valley (12- in 3 straight sets, 25-17, 25-8 and 1), who took first in the Firebird 25-15. Sarah McWaters had 8 kills Classic Tournament, winning all while Faith Hayden added 7. Abby seven of their games, losing only Roth contributed with 26 assists. Rancho Christian (7-3) headed one set. The Lady Golden Bears also ex- to Anaheim to face the Connelly tended their win streak after beating Koalas, falling in four sets, 3-1. The Hemet on Sept. 24, 3-0. Temecula girls lost the first two sets 26-28 and Valley will face Chaparral to open 17-25 before bursting back and takup League on Oct. 6. Vista Murrieta ing the third 25-20. Unfortunately traveled to Rancho Cucamonga this that was all they had in them as they week and narrowly escaped, taking lost the fourth and final set 24-26. the final set 15-13 to win, 3-2. The Despite the loss, senior Kaitlyn Lady Broncos will start league on Kitley had a strong showing, killing 13 attacks and attempting 40 of her Oct. 6 against Great Oak. The Sunbelt League also saw a own. On Thursday, Sept. 24, the lot of action over the past week, Eagles defeated Avalon, 3-1, with with five teams involved in tour- senior Caroline Vasquez receiving nament play and one in an inter- Player of the Match recognition. league match-up. Elsinore High Kitley had 12 kills and Emma went 2-0, defeating both Mur- Baker helped with 6 of her own. The Santa Rosa Academy Rangrieta Mesa and Corona with match ers (10-3) had their way with the scores of 3-0 against both teams. Heritage played in the East Public Safety Academy Phoenix County Invitational, finishing 2-1. last week as well. The Rangers Their next game is not scheduled won three straight sets 25-17, 25-8 until Oct. 6. Lakeside participated and 25-23, securing their tenth in the Tahquitz Tournament, but win of the season. Santa Rosa also was quickly eliminated winning faced San Jacinto Valley Academy just one of their five matches. Wolves (7-4), and won their third Paloma Valley finished 2-1-2 in straight contest 3-2. The teams the Valley View Tournament and went back and forth, with the turned around and beat Tahquitz, Wolves taking the first set 25-22, 3-1, on Sept. 23. The Lady Wild- before the Rangers took the next cats will next face Murrieta Mesa two 25-20 and 25-23. San Jacinto had one more breath in them, takon Sept. 29. The Linfield Lions (5-7), who ing set four 25-18, but Santa Rosa were ranked fourth in Division 3A would put them away in the fifth, last week, have lost their last three 15-13. Temecula Prep (9-4), who came matches, falling most recently to Woodcrest, 3-0. This week the into the week ranked fourth in DiviLady Lions will face Aquinas and sion 5AA, played in a tournament over this past weekend and fell early against the Citrus Valley (2-2) Blackhawks. The Patriots lost the only set of the match, 25-18. They will face Rancho Christian away on Sept. 29. This will be the last week of pre-league play for the girls before they start facing their inter-league competition. Contributions to this article were made by CIF-SS and Valley News Sports Editor, JP Raineri. For more information on this and other Lady Puma Karli Koza gets a dig sports stories, or to comment onduring the Sept. 15 varsity match line, visit www.myvalleynews.com. against Fallbrook High. Shane Gibson photo
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HS Football: Rams roll Spartans, 49-10 Erik Thompson Sports Writer The Murrieta Mesa Rams football team hosted the Jurupa Hills Spartans in Week 4 action and celebrated their, “Take a Ride on the Wild Side,” safari themed Homecoming, with a 49-10 lashing. Jurupa Hills struck first, settling for a 35-yard field goal by senior utility player and kicker Jose Contreras III after a 63-yard push to the end zone. The drive included five first downs, but the Spartans would struggle to get any more the rest of the game. It didn’t take the Rams long to answer, as McKinley Ross would take a zone read handoff for a 61yard touchdown run on the second play of the game that included several moves that prevented
McKinley Ross fights off the Spartans defenders, dashing 61 yards for a score in the Rams 49-10 win over Jurupa Hills in Week 4.
would-be tacklers from bringing him down. It was 7-3 after the conversion. Rams senior linebacker Blake Johnson pounced on a Spartans fumble on the next play from scrimmage and secured the turnover on the Jurupa Hills 9-yard line. Three plays later senior quarterback Peyton Uhl rolled to his left and connected with senior wide receiver Logan Pharris for a 6-yard TD pass and a 14-3 lead. On first down, Jurupa Hills junior QB, Tre’veon Wellmaker, busted free for a 76-yard dash but it was called back for offensive holding. A couple of plays later Rams sophomore safety Giovanni Sanders picked off a Spartans pass and the Rams had the ball near midfield late in the first quarter. The Rams opened the second quarter scoring with a 1-yard rollout run/pass option. Uhl tucked the ball and beat the defenders to the near pylon. The Rams were in control 21-3 in less than a minute
Murrieta Mesa QB Jeff Miller (17) hands of to running back Kai Thompson (28) for the final score of the game. Alicia Salcedo photos
into the second quarter. After a Spartans three-and-out the Rams sophomore running back Kai Thompson capped a 10 play, 63-yard drive with a 2-yard off tackle scoring run. Jurupa Hills was able to penetrate Rams territory when they caught them off guard with a successful fake punt, but had to give the ball back four plays later. Half time consisted of Homecoming events with high energy due in part to the 28-3 Rams lead. It was a memorable evening for one Rams football player whom would be crowned as royalty. After climbing out of a customized jeep, senior kicker Annie Blackwood was crowned Homecoming Queen in her football uniform. The game resumed with the Rams scoring a touchdown with a 5-yard toss from sophomore quarterback Jeff Miller to senior wide receiver Maxwell Scott. Senior kicker Mateo Thompson converted his fifth PAT and the score climbed
to 35-3. Ross scored his second touchdown on a 35-yard scamper. Blackwood capped her magical night by making the PAT – her first time entering a game to kick after a touchdown. The lone Spartan touchdown came late in the third when sophomore defensive back Cody Atkins intercepted a Rams pass attempt and darted 40 yards for the picksix. Contreras’ PAT was good. The final score occurred during the running clock fourth period when Kai Thompson ran in a 6-yard scoot and Haliegh Wynne kicked the PAT. The game ended 49-10. Murrieta Mesa will have a bye this week and open up Southwestern League play when they host the Murrieta Valley Nighthawks on Friday, Oct. 9. The Nighthawks also have a bye for week 5 and have a 4-1 record after beating Moorpark last week. Game time is at 7 p.m.
One of the Ram’s three female kickers, Annie Blackwood, was named the Homecoming Queen, during the Murrieta Mesa halftime festivities in Week 4.
WEEK 4 from page D-1 Junior CJ Ly had a huge pick-six for Great Oak’s defense and Connor Strode also hauled in a pass from McGwire Bustamante, and kicker Tanner Kuljian was 4-4 on the night chipping in three PAT’s and nailing one field goal for 37 yards. Murrieta Valley (4-1), who only put up 237 yards of total offense on the night in their 28-7 win over Moorpark, were led by senior RB Quincy Wimbush, who totaled 169 yards on the ground with one TD, coming in the form of 99-yard run up the middle. Other Nighthawk scores came from Maurice Bell when he hauled in one TD and scored one on a 75-yard kickoff return, while Marquis Spiker had the other TD on the night with a pass from freshman QB Hank Bachmeier to WR Ryan Mascarenas, who tossed it back to Spiker on the outside for the score. Murrieta Valley will go to toeto-toe with rival Murrieta Mesa on Oct. 9. The Rams are 3-2 and coming off a huge 49-10 victory over Jurupa Hills. Chaparral (2-3) was the other remaining SWL game last week and despite a huge night by running back Lloyd Hightower, who scored three times for the Pumas, defensively they could not contain the Santiago Sharks, dropping the high scoring affair, 56-34. Santiago QB Jacob Hennie found all the holes in Chaparral’s defense as he threw for four touchdowns and over 300 yards. The Pumas, with a week off, will head into Southwestern League play against the Golden Bears at Temecula Valley on Oct. 9. Game time is 7 p.m. Sunbelt League In SBL action, the Patriots of Heritage (5-0) remain the only team in the league to be undefeated after punishing Etiwanda last week, 5614. Aleva Hifo, Jalen Glover and Tyler Baca all received Player of the Game nods on offense, while Logan Dreese led the defense and received his POG nod for his eight tackles on the night. Hifo scoring three times in the game, twice on the ground and once in the air, Baca was 8-for-8 on PAT attempts and Glover rushed for 162 yards, scoring twice on the ground as well. All Sunbelt League teams are off this week and Heritage will open league play against Elsinore (1-4) on Oct. 9. The Tigers dropped their fourth game of the pre-season to Summit last week, 38-21. Elsinore RB, Anthony Reyes, had 181 yards rushing and 212 yards total in the game, scoring twice in the loss.
Lakeside (3-2) traveled to Vista del Lago in Week 4, but could not handle the Ravens attack and dropped their second game of the season thus far, 34-12. The Lancers will open up Sunbelt League action against Paloma Valley (3-2), who handed Temecula Valley their first loss of the season last week, 34-21, on Oct. 9. Game time is 7 p.m. Temescal Canyon (1-4) finally got that goose egg cleared in the win column after taking out the JW North Huskies last week, 43-14. Senior RB/LB, Austin Cuicchi, rushed for 204 yards in the game scoring three times on the ground and led the Titans defense with 16 total tackles and an interception while sophomore Chris Frey recorded 1.5 sacks. Temescal Canyon will open up league play on Oct. 9 against the Perris Panthers (3-2) who are coming off a 45-25 loss to Banning in Week 4. Game time will be 7 p.m. South Valley League Calvary Murrieta (5-0) managed to stay ahead of the pack to remain undefeated after whooping Holtville 47-14 win last week. Junior QB Adam Schwab had 228 yards passing on the night connecting for three TD’s, two of which went to WR, Brayden Campos, who hauled in 4 catches for 89 yards on the night. Junior RB, Micah Roth, led the Warriors on the ground with 257 yards on 23 carries, finding the end zone four times in the game. Calvary Murrieta will take on Rancho Christian (3-2) on Oct. 9 at Temescal Canyon High School. The RC Eagles took out Horizon Christian Academy, 35-14 last week on the heels of Senior Jesse Roman, who had two TD’s and 151 yards rushing. Freshman RB, Malosi Napolean also found the end zone twice, rushing for 73 yards on 17 carries. In other games last week, Temecula Prep (0-2), California Military Institute (1-4) and Santa Rosa Academy (1-3) all lost. T-Prep will face Mountain Empire on the road and the Rangers will be home against Sherman Indian. Those will be the only SVL teams that play this week. Game times are 7 p.m. Ambassador League Linfield bettered their pre-season record to 5-0 after mauling Maranatha 45-0. Michael Brown and Lorenzo Burns were named Players of the Game. Burns ran for 96 yards on the game with 2 touchdowns, including a 63-yard run. Brown chipped in 6 PAT’s and nailed a 52yard field goal in the game as well. Other notable performances included Clay Maranville, who had 63
yards passing with one TD in the air and a rushing touchdown while Zac Archer also ran for 117 yards with 2 TDs. On defense, Simeon Burns had 3 tackles, 2 pass break ups and 2 interceptions and Justin Salazar, Greg Holt and Chris Xu had almost 20 tackles combined between the three of them. The Lions, who have the week off, will open up league play against Aquinas at home on Oct. 9. Freelance League The Hamilton Bobcats (2-3) pounced all over Santa Rosa Academy last week, beating the Rangers, 41-7. The Bobcats will now prepare for their challenge against Nuview Bridge who comes into the nonleague challenge with a 3-1 record. In their last challenge, Nuview Bridge trounced Silver Valley, 2413. Game time is 7 p.m. on Oct. 2. 8-Man Leagues In the Agape 8-Man league, California Lutheran (3-1) is coming off a 50-38 win over Hillcrest Christian last week. Junior RB, Cody Timm had 132 all-purpose yards with one TD, while senior WR CJ Brown scored twice, with 42 yards receiving. The C-Hawks (3-1) will travel to Upland Christian this week to face an Eagles team coming off 54-6 loss to Faith Baptist. Game time is 7 p.m. on Oct. 2. In the Freelance 8-Man league, Cornerstone Christian had over 406 all-purpose yards in their 66-28 rout of Lighthouse Christian (0-4) of Santa Monica. Senior RB’s Doug McAvoy and Wayne Simons both
The Calvary Murrieta defense stuffs Holtville RB Anthony Castro in the Warriors Week 4, 47-14 win, keeping their perfect record intact. Courtesy photo
had three TDs on the night, with McAvoy rushing for 228 yards on 14 carries. The younger McAvoy brother, Andy, led the Crusaders defense with 2 fumble recoveries, 6 tackles and 1 quarterback sack. Cornerstone will host St. Michaels prep this week at home. Game time is 7 p.m. on Oct. 2. All stats, schedules and scores are supplied by Maxpreps, CIfSS, Schedule Star and contributing writers/photographers; Ardie Crenshaw, David Canales, Andrez Imaging, Dean Fioresi, Joanna Pearl, Susanne O’Hara, Ed Faith, Shane Gibson, Amanda Schwarzer, Rob Davis, Matthew Ressler, Paul Bandong, Alicia Salcedo and Erik Thompson. F o r m o re u p d a t e s p o r t s , scores and other news visit www. myvalleynews.com.
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HS Football: Great Oak edges out win over Corona Dean Fioresi Sports Writer/Valley News Intern
ing into a fourth quarter that would end in a frenzy. With a little over three minutes left in the game, Corona QB Jake Sparks was intercepted by Great Oak junior C.J. Ly for a touchdown, giving the Wolfpack a 17-10 lead. After a quick Corona three-andout, the Wolfpack added one more touchdown on an 82-yard TD run by senior RB Demetric Felton. Felton would finish the game with 152 yards on 18 carries, including 77 yards receiving. With a 24-10 lead, the game appeared to be over, but the Panthers had other plans, scoring a touchdown with just 11 seconds left, a 22-yard pass from Sparks to Corona WR Keyon Gibson, his only catch on the night. The Panthers then recovered their onside kick at the Great Oak 40-yard line and would rip off two quick plays. A wild final play saw the Corona QB heave a 35-yard pass, but the Wolfpack defense would come through yet again, stopping the Panthers on the five yard line as time expired. It was Corona’s first loss of the season, despite a strong 400+ yard night of offense. Sparks finished the game with 378 yards passing,
The Great Oak Wolfpack (23) took on the Corona Panthers (4-1) in their last non-conference matchup of the season on Friday, Sept. 25 and pulled away with a 24-17 victory, following a crazy fourth quarter. It was Great Oak’s second straight win after starting the season 0-3. In a game that started with a defensive standoff and three turnovers in the first 10 minutes, the score would be just 3-3 at the half. After Great Oak’s halftime Homecoming ceremonies, the Wolfpack would score on their second drive of the quarter, a 9-yard pass from quarterback McGwire Bustamante to junior wide receiver, Connor Strode. Bustamante finished the game completing 14 of 20 pass attempts with 133 passing yards, a touchdown and a one interception. The Panthers struck back immediately with an 80-yard drive, scoring a touchdown on an option to Corona running back Malik Walker. Corona finished the game with just 25 yards rushing. The score was tied 10-10 head-
Great Oak senior defensive back Oluseyi Shonuyi (11) tackles Corona WR Jeremiah Boatner (11). Amanda Schwazer photo
but the Great Oak defense otherwise kept him in check, intercepting him twice at key moments.
Both teams will start league play two weeks from now as the Wolfpack takes on Vista Murrieta
(3-1) on October 9, with a 7 p.m. kickoff time.
TV Hawks host soccer teams from Australia
Some of the captains from one of boys’ games shake hands before the friendly international game that took place at the Patricia Birdsall Sports Park on Sept. 21.
Kelley Collins Special to the Valley News
lian high school girls played two games against players from the Hawks GU18 Gold, GU18 Academy, GU18 Black and GU16 Academy teams. The Australian High School Boys teams competed against the Hawks BU17 Academy and BU17 Black teams. The players from Australia and the Hawks players were very competitive, while also keeping in the spirit of a friendly competition. Many of the Hawks younger teams and their families were in attendance which made for a very festive atmosphere. Adding to the international flavor of the games were the Hawks coaches of the teams competing with Hawks coach and Director of Coaching, David Halliday, being from Ireland, coach Jacques Ladouceur from Haiti, Coach George Elias from the U.S. and Coach Pete Gregory, who is from England. The Hawks teams took much
The Temecula Valley Hawks Soccer Club hosted a boys and girls soccer team from Toowoomba Queensland, Australia last week, who brought with them a total of 30 players that were housed by players and their families from the Hawks beginning on Sunday, Sept. 20. Last summer, many of the Hawks players had been in Australia for a three week trip and were hosted for part of that time by the Australian players’ families who were now visiting Temecula. The highlight of the trip for the Hawks and the players from Australia, who attend Harristown State High School, one of the largest High Schools in Australia, was the friendly international matches that were played on Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 21 and 22 at Patricia Birdsall Sports Park. While in town, the Austra-
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All of the girls that participated in the International scrimmage from the TV Hawks program, as well as team Rob Davis Photography Australia, got together after the game to show their camaraderie.
more than victory from each game as afterwards players exchanged contact information and stories about their experiences. The players who stayed with Hawks families made lifelong friends as they toured the local high schools, ate Mexican food for the first time and assured the families they stayed with that they would be returning.
Many of the Temecula Valley Hawks teams have had the opportunity to play international games against teams from Germany, England and now Australia. “We were very excited that for this event, we were able to get a girls team to come as it is an experience that each year we want as many Hawks players to experience
as possible,” said Halliday. The next international event for the Hawks club will be this summer when several teams will travel to England and Germany. Please check out the Hawks Facebook page for more pictures and information at www.facebook.com/ pages/TVSA-Hawks.
HS Boys Water polo: Titans sink Pumas, Bears fall to Huskies Dean Fioresi Sports Writer/Valley News Intern The Chaparral Pumas (2-5) lost their second straight match last week after losing to Sunbelt league counterparts, the Temescal Canyon Titans, 12-6. The Titans are ranked No. 2 in Division 6 according to the latest CIF-SS polls. Despite a powerful effort from the Pumas, Chaparral fell to Temescal Canyon for the second straight year. Senior Cameron Wopperer had a strong outing combined with a valiant effort from Pumas goalie Trent Doize. It was Chaparral’s second-to-last non-conference match. The Pumas will face Riverside Poly away on Oct. 1 before starting league play on Oct. 6 against Temecula Valley. Last week Temecula Valley (1-5) traveled to take on non-conference opponent J.W. North. The Golden Bears put up a good effort, leading for most of the game before falling to the Huskies in the final minutes of the match, 12-11. Temecula Valley jumped out early against the Huskies, taking a 4-3 lead thanks to two goals each from Kevin Ryan and Thomas DeSchepper. The two would continue their torrid scoring in the second quarter, as DeSchepper would add two more goals to Ryan’s one. Adding one more score would be Ethan Martinez giving the Golden Bears the 8-7 lead heading into the third quarter. At this point in the match, T.V. began to slip allowing J.W. North would take control. Though Temecula Valley would add two more scores in the third (one for Descheppers and one for Ryan), the Huskies would tie the game 10-10 on their way into the fourth and final quarter. Despite a valiant effort from goalie Garret Silvers, who had 11 saves throughout the game, the
Chaparral senior Cameron Wopperer takes a shot on goal against Temescal Canyon in non-conference play on Sept. 22. Matthew Ressler photo
No. 22 Cole Benson of the Temecula Valley Bears takes a shot on goal against J.W. North in non-conference action on Sept. 22. Ed Faith photo
Golden Bears wouldn’t be able to hold on for the victory. The Huskies scored two goals in a row to start the fourth quarter, putting them up 12-10 before T.V.’s Nate Taylor would score with :43 seconds left. Unfortunately they couldn’t find the net again, suffering a tough loss at home. Thomas DeScheppers finished the game with 5 goals and Kevin Ryan with 4. The Bears shot at 50 percent, making 11 of their 22 attempts on goal. Murrieta Valley, ranked second in Division 3 for the second straight
week, are said to be the team to beat, despite Murrieta Mesa having an almost unblemished record at 13-1. The two will open up league play against each other on Oct. 6. The Golden Bears are scheduled to take on Hemet High School away on Sept. 29; match time is set for 3:15 p.m. Contributions to this article were made by CIF-SS and Valley News Sports Editor, JP Raineri. For more information on this and other sports stories, or to comment online, visit www.myvalleynews. com.
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Murrieta chamber announces students of the month On Sept. 3, the Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce High School Student of the Month Recognition Program was held and five students were recognized for their achievements. Justin Ward from River Springs Charter School, Mili Patel from Vista Murrieta High School, Shruti Amin from Murrieta Valley High School, Noelle Storrs from Murrieta Mesa High School and Isaiah Wright from Calvary Murrieta Christian High School were all in attendance to receive their accolades. Vista Murrieta High School Senior Mili Patel is ranked first in her class and has a 4.64 GPA. In addition to taking four Dual Enrollment courses and 12 AP courses, Patel is President of the National Honor Society, President of Science Olympiad, an AVID tutor, a member of Link Crew and is involved in the Make a Wish club and Interact. Patel also received the Rotary Youth Service Award and she is a member of the Murrieta Youth Advisory Council. She was her school’s ambassador on an exchange trip to China over the summer. Patel said her greatest achievement was earning the Congressional Gold Medal Award, the highest honor Congress gives to young people. She plays varsity tennis and volunteers at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Patel has applied to Johns Hopkins Uni-
versity, UCLA and UC Berkeley and she plans to become a physician. Being a doctor appeals to her because it would allow her to give back and have an impact on the community. Patel is focused and driven, thoughtful, caring, intelligent and her character is above reproach. Music has been a primary focus for Murrieta Mesa High School Senior Noelle Storrs since she was three years old. Storrs is in the band and the color guard and she has also been In Mesa’s choir all four years. She is a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society and she takes private voice and piano lessons, sings in her church choir and on the worship team. Storrs hopes to attend Point Loma Nazarene University, Concordia University or Chapman. She will major in music and her goal is to become a high school choral director. Storrs has volunteered for KSGN radio station, mission trips to an Indian reservation where she was the music and drama leader, vacation Bible school and tutoring as a member of California Scholarship Federation. She has published an illustrated book called Rainbowy Friends about racial tolerance. Storrs is always the one who takes the time to reach out and help other people. With her positive attitude and smile, she is a ray of sunshine. She treats everyone with
Library offers seminar on how to go to college without going broke MURRIETA – Want to attend college, but not sure how to pay for it? Gain helpful insights into how to pay for college by attending this financial seminar that includes the cost of college today, finding out how financial need is determined, and the various options for paying for college. This seminar will be held at the Murrieta Public Library on Monday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. in the Community Room and is open to teens in grades 8 - 12 and their parents. “Funding your college education can be daunting,” Teen Services
Librarian Joyce Lee Brown said, “but help is here.” “Advanced College Solutions, Inc. is partnering with the Murrieta Public Library to provide another valuable program for our community.” This event is free and open to the public. The Murrieta Public Library is located at 8 Town Square (Adams Avenue and Kalmia Street). For more information call (951) 304-BOOK (2665) or visit the Library’s web page at www.murrietalibrary.info.
The Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce High School Student of the Month Recognition Program was held on Sept. 3. Five students were recognized at the monthly event. Shown standing from left to right are: Sally Myers, Founder; Patrick Kelley, MVUSD Superintendent; Margaret Jones, Chair and Patrick Ellis, Murrieta Chamber of Commerce. Shown sitting left to right are: Justin Ward, River Springs Charter School; Mili Patel, Vista Murrieta High School; Shruti Amin, Murrieta Valley High School; Noelle Storrs, Murrieta Mesa High School and Isaiah Wright, Calvary Murrieta Christian High School. KC Photography photo
respect and she was voted Miss Congeniality by her peers in the choir for having the most positive attitude towards others. Calvary Murrieta Christian High School Senior Isaiah Wright was born in a poverty-stricken area of India when his parents were there on a mission trip. They adopted him at birth and by his first birthday, he came to live in America. He grew to love America and as a child he was particularly drawn to watching the military channel. In his eighth grade year, he joined the Young Marines and he enjoyed being in the Color Guard for community and civic events. Wright has a heart for others and he is committed to his faith. He is a member of his school’s ASB and he volunteers at vacation Bible school and the youth group at the church where his Dad is a pastor. Wright is genuine, sweet, loyal, courteous and kind. He said he has learned that character is determined by how you respond in the difficult times. He hopes to go
to Pepperdine and major in English and minor in business. River Springs Charter School Senior Justin Ward has a drive and determination that is uncommon for young people his age. He is an outstanding student who has a positive influence on those around him. He has taken several AP classes and Dual Enrollment classes. His hard work and self-discipline are impressive and he sets high standards for himself. Ward has a heart for others and he volunteers at church and tutors other students. He is a quiet leader and a role model for his peers. Ward plans to pursue his dream of being a business owner so he can give back to the community. Murrieta Valley High School Senior Shruti Amin is one of the top students in her class. She is an AP scholar with distinction and she has a 4.6 GPA. Amin has taken several AP and International Baccalaureate classes and has over 1,000 hours of community service. She helps special needs children through the
Be a Buddy club. Over the summer Amin was her school’s ambassador on an exchange trip to China and she volunteered to help students with special needs in summer school. She has been in ASB for three years and she was the junior class Vice President. This year she is her school’s student representative to the Board of Education. Amin is president of the National Honor Society and varsity tennis team captain. Amin has helped raises funds for UNICEF and earthquake relief in Nepal. She plans to go to UCLA and go into the medical field, possibly in orthopedic surgery. She is selfless, altruistic and humble and she looks forward to serving in developing nations. To learn more about the Student of the Month Program, contact Sally A. Myers, Founder at (951) 506-8024. To comment on this story online visit www.myvalleynews.com.
Tutoring Center offers tips to help parents with school conferences
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TEMECULA – The Tutoring Center would like to help parents prepare for their parent-teacher conferences, as well as organize a strategy for after the conferences. With the right preparation, parents will not only eliminate some of their apprehension, they will likely get more out of the conference and gain a better understanding of what they can do to help their child succeed. In preparation for the parentteacher conference, remember that these meetings are on average only 20 minutes in length and shorter even for middle school and high school students. Parents should plan on covering only a few topics. When putting together a list of questions, parents are advised to discuss their most pressing concerns first. Parents may consider asking questions such as How is my child socially? How does my child interact with other children and adults? What are the standards for my child’s grade level? Where does my child fit within these standards? How are my child’s work habits? Does he/she complete his/ her work on time? Do you feel my child needs extra help with any
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particular subjects? How much help should I provide on homework assignments? How much time should my child spend on homework each night? For middle and high school students, including them in the conferences is a great way to build a sense of responsibility and ownership in his or her learning. If the student is not participating, have a discussion beforehand with your child to determine his or her concerns. What would he like for you to ask his teacher? What does he like best about school? What subjects are of greatest concern? Parents may also consider telling teachers about any significant changes in their family, such as a family move, the death of a pet, etc. Parents might also want to share details about any important after-school activities the student is involved in, such as an after-school job, sport, or tutoring. Key points that can help parents both during and after the conference include establishing a rapport with the teacher by going to the conference with an open mind. Listen to what the teacher has to say and then ask your questions. Try not to get defensive. The
goal of the conferences is to see how each student is doing and to determine how we can work together to help each student succeed. Make sure to take notes. Leave with a plan of action. What does your child need in order to succeed and what actions are being taken by the teacher, the parent, and the student to help get him/her on track. Determine how often you will need to check back with the teacher to monitor your child’s progress within this plan. Determine the best means of communicating with your child’s teacher - in person, by email, notes, etc. When discussing the conference with the child afterwards, remember to stay positive. Stress the accomplishments and efforts of your student and be direct about any problems that were identified. Continuing to keep in touch with the teacher, even when things are going well can play an important role in helping the child do well in school. When a child knows parents and teachers are regularly working together, the child will see that education is a high priority requiring commitment and effort.
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TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce in partnership with The City of Temecula, Southwest Economic Development Corporation, Abbott, EMD Millipore, International Rectifier, Optiforms, and Pacific Barcode held successful summer internship programs through the Southwest California Manufacturing Council (SCMC). This summer internship program targeted the non-college bound student population at Chaparral High School in Temecula. Throughout the months of June and July six interns participated in this internship program. These interns learned all facets of manufacturing, including being involved in hands-on training in which they were able to assess their personal interest and abilities.
The skills that these interns had learned in the classroom were able to be applied in a real-world setting and all left with invaluable skills and industry knowledge. The SCMC would like to continue to give back to the community and enhance local workforce by pursuing the program again next year. In addition to the internship program, manufacturing representatives in the SCMC started to open their doors to educational awareness opportunities. Tension Corporation located in Temecula was the first manufacture to partake in this field trip type concept. Fifteen students from Chaparral High School in Temecula were able to tour Tension Corporation and gain valuable education, network with manufacturing professionals, and
gain insight into local manufacturing opportunities for the noncollege bound student. The Southwest California Manufacturing Council includes representation from a diverse and expansive group of the area’s manufacturing sector. Objectives of the council include business strategies, management leadership techniques, connections, manufacturing operation concepts, and a forum for sharing ideas and practices. The SCMC is an exclusive council for manufactures only and is currently seeking participation from representatives in regional and local manufacturing companies. For more information on how to get involved contact President/ CEO Alice Sullivan at asullivan@ temecula.org.