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Local News Canyon Lake State of City Address makes splash for prosperity

Volume 23, Issue 44

Highland Fire scorches thousands of acres, threatens homes

Tony Ault Staf f Writer Canyon Lake Mayor Jeremy Smith made a big splash with the local residents and many local dignitaries at the new Lighthouse Restaurant at the private community’s annual State of the City Address Oct. 26. see page A-4

Education Teens Teaching Tech: Writer encounters a fabulous find at a favorite place Tim O’Leary Special to Valley News

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I recently encountered a fabulous fi nd at a favorite place. Thus, I discovered “a match made in heaven” at a haven that provides peace, hospitality and beauty. It was, in fact, more than one match made in heaven.

Julie Reeder Publisher A brush fire, dubbed the Highland Fire, erupted Monday, Oct. 31, at 12:39 p.m. in the area of

Highlands and Aguanga Ranchos roads in Aguanga. By presstime Tuesday morning it was still at zero containment, according to CalFire and had scorched an estimated 2,200 acres, damag-

ing at least one property. The fire prompted evacuation orders and warnings.

The Highland Fire was near the junction of Highways 79 and 371, according to the Riverside County

Fire Department.

Multiple engine and hand crews from CalFire, the Riverside County Fire Department, Corona Fire

Remains found in a ravine near Vista Del Lago in Fallbrook have been confirmed to be Evan Mueller, missing since last year.

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A medical examiner arrives on the scene where the remains were found on Oct. 21 in Fallbrook.

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Jessica Ussher Investigative Journalist Intern On Oct. 21, the San Diego Sheriff’s Department, with at least one dog, conducted a Search and Rescue (SAR) operation for 34-yearold missing person Evan Mueller.

Mueller was last seen at his home in Fallbrook, allegedly on the 13th of September 2022, one day after his 34th birthday.

Sargent Rich George, coordinator for the San Diego Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team, confirmed that human remains were found Saturday, Oct. 21. However, the identity had not been confirmed until Wednesday, Oct. 25,

Menifee’s Dia de los Muertos celebrated at Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee Tony Ault Staf f Writer

Hundreds of Americans of Mexican and Latin American descent in Menifee celebrated the traditional Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, to remember and celebrate their passed family members at Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee parking lot Saturday, Oct. 28.

Dia de Los Muertos participants, many with their faces painted like skeletons, their heads surrounded by bright orange colored flowers and dressed in vibrant colors, were not to be scary or frightening like the traditional Halloween in America, but to let others know they fondly remember those in their families that died by natural or other causes recently or in many years passed.

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see DAY, page A-7 Singer Jexzi performs at the Menifee Day of the Dead event.

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Security concerns do not stop Murrieta ‘Stand for Israel’ rally in Town Center Park

Cal Poly Pomona Professor Nir Regev urges those attending the “Stand for Israel” rallies in Murrieta’s Town Square Park to support Israel’s war against the Hamas terrorists.

Tony Ault Staf f Writer Despite security concerns, the second major rally to Stand for Israel held Sunday, Oct. 29 at Murrieta’s Town Square Amphitheater drew nearly 200 residents and supporters of Israel as they fight the Hamas terrorists.

The Stand for Israel rally which offered talks by a special representative for the State of Israel, was changed at the last minute with word that some disturbances might take place preventing the Israeli envoy from leaving Los Angeles to travel to Murrieta. The nature of the safety concerns was not explained.

Christian Pastor Randy Denham

and president of the Holocaust Remembrance Foundation of the Valley explained the changes to those attending. Thet speaker for the Israeli consulate representative was replaced with Cal Poly Pomona Professor Nir Regev, a former Israel Defense Force officer, along with other local Jewish Rabbis.

Denham at the rally said, “We learned today that there were some safety concerns. We had a person from the Israeli Consulate that was supposed to come and speak.

We wanted to highlight him, but earlier today he got word that they can’t leave the area in LA because there was some potential safety issues so rather than him coming and going against the consultant

Pastor Randy Denham, President of the Holocaust Remembrance Foundation of the Valley thanks Nir Regev, a Jewish CalPoly college professor for speaking at the Murrieta “Stand for Israel” rally in the face of public safety concerns Sunday, Oct. 29.

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he had to stay.”

Denham went on to say that the word got through to the other Murrieta speakers, “There were some safety issues they needed to be aware of and in their desire to serve the whole community they felt like rather than create any potential conflict it would be better for them not to come.”

The program handed out to those attending originally showed Murrieta Mayor Lisa DeForest and Pastor Brian Bell from Calvary Church in Murrieta were scheduled to speak along with Rabbi Marc Rubenstein and HATKVAH Rabbi Stephen Epstein.

Professor Regev, a former IDF member wearing a western cowboy hat took the microphone and

captivated the rally to make a stand for the State of Israel where the Israeli war against the Hamas in the Gaza Strip in Palestine continues to take thousands of lives on both sides.

He recalled his years in the IDF and the continuing fear of the Israeli people who knew Hamas and other terrorist groups were determined to destroy their homeland.

He said more than ever the IDF, all Israeli and all Jewish families and friends across the world should show their support for Israel, a strong democracy and ally to America and the western world.

He told the supporters that Israel itself surrounded by many enemies “cannot rely on themselves” but must trust in God in their allies

like America to see Israel continue to exist. He quoted America’s Benjamin Franklin who once said, “We must all hang together, or most assuredly we will all hang separately.” He added, “In the face of adversity we must educate ourselves to insure our future generations will remain in hope, beauty and success,” Denham said the rally showed that the people attending, “In the face of evil we stand with Israel.”

Other rallies to Stand for Israel will soon be taking place with the next one scheduled for Temecula, announced Denham.

Tony Ault can b e reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

Hemet Santa Fe Depot and Museum to celebrate reopening

HEMET – San Jacinto Valley residents are invited to attend the 25th anniversary celebrating the re-opening of the Hemet Santa Fe Depot and Museum, Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hemet Museum located at the historic Santa Fe Depot at the northwest corner of State State and Florida Avenue in downtown Hemet.

There is no admission charge but donations are very much appreciated. Any proceeds from the event will go to support the mission of the Hemet Museum. Donations can be made by visiting http:// www.thehemetmuseum.org or mailing a check to Hemet Heritage Foundation, P.O. Box 334, Hemet, CA 92546 “This will be a chance for community members interested in local history to hear the story of how a group of dedicated individuals came together to “Save Our Station” and keep it from being torn down by Santa Fe Railroad,” Diane Boss, vice president of programs and communication at Hemet Museum, said.

It took 10 years of hard work by many individuals, businesses and organizations to restore the Hemet Santa Fe Train Depot to the beautiful building it is today.

It’s been 25 years since the res-

toration of Hemet’s Santa Fe Train Depot and residents are invited to help celebrate. The program for the day will include a series of talks by experts who will be available afterwards to answer any questions.

Entertainer Rocky Zharp will sing and play guitar throughout the day.

Hemet Museum membership will be available, and all new members will receive a free book.

Parking is available in the parking lot between the Hemet Depot and Inez Street and on Front Street across State Street from the Hemet Depot.

The Hemet Museum, operated entirely by volunteers, presents a panorama of local history in the freight house of Hemet’s Historic Santa Fe Depot. The freight house portion of the depot was built in 1898 and is one of the oldest structures in the downtown area.

Lovingly restored by Save Our Station, the depot has been Hemet Museum’s home since 1998.

Regular hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday through Sunday. The museum is closed during the entire month of August.

For more information, call 951929-4409.

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A postcard depicts the Hemet Santa Fe Depot, which is celebrating its reopening Saturday, Nov. 4.

Valley News/Courtesy photo at their monthly meetings the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Services in Hemet. The public is invited.

Hemet Heritage Foundation’s next meeting and history program

will be on Monday, Nov. 13. Gail Barton, granddaughter of Tommy Rawson of Rawson Ranch established in 1888, will present ““As the Twig is Bent so is the Tree Inclined” – not the story one might

expect about the rancher Tommy Rawson.

For more information, visit www.thehemetmuseum.org.

Submitted by the Hemet Heritage Foundation.

Cub Scout Pack 329 is scouting for food in annual food drive

TEMECULA — Cub Scout Pack 329 will be collecting canned goods and dry goods Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with all items benefiting The Community Food Pantry of Murrieta. This year’s drive is part of Scouting for Food: an annual BSA drive, which aims to support local pantries nationwide.

A collection truck will be located in the parking lot of Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Winchester, and donations will

be accepted between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

“The scout’s food drive efforts are a great example of what’s happening nationwide,” notes Assistant Scoutmaster Brian Petyo of Troop 309 in Temecula Valley.

“More so now than ever, scouts are stepping up to serve their communities and realizing that hunger is a reality in everytown. The entire community can be proud of this effort.”

The scouts focus on “giving

what’s needed most,” which encourages families to donate the kinds of things that have the most impact at a pantry—such as canned tuna, canned soup, canned vegetables, cereal, Top Ramen, and mac and cheese—rather than less nutritious snack items or even simply those foods from the back of the cabinet that rarely get eaten.

Submitted by Cub Scout Troop 309 Temecula.

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Local law enforcement agencies partner with Southwest Riverside Crime Stoppers

MENIFEE – Police Departments including Hemet, Menifee, and Murrieta are working collaboratively with Southwest Riverside Crime Stoppers, a nonprofit and privately funded organization to secure safe and anonymous crime tips from the community.

It provides a means for citizens to anonymously report crimes that they have witnessed and potentially receive a reward if the tip leads to an arrest.

Crime Stoppers is a nationwide program, which was created in 1976, to assist law enforcement agencies by providing a safe and anonymous way to report criminal activity and/or wanted individuals.

Information is submitted to law enforcement agencies anonymously through a tip line. All tips provided to SWRCS are and will remain

anonymous.

“As residents of the area, we saw an opportunity to support our local law enforcement. Data shows that having residents who are a part of the crime-fighting solution makes a substantial difference in the outcomes of criminal activity in a community,” SWRCS Board President Tony LoPiccolo said.

The local police departments partnering with SWRCS have joined a significant number of local and national law enforcement agencies in combating criminal activity through community empowerment. Tipsters are eligible to receive a cash reward if the information given through SWRCS leads to an arrest and/or positive identification of individuals involved in illegal activity.

“The Menifee Police Depart-

ment was built upon, and is rooted in, the philosophy of community policing. We know we cannot do it alone. It takes a strong partnership with the community to accomplish our mission of keeping Menifee safe,” Menifee police Chief Chris Karrer said. “Partnering with Southwest Riverside Crimestoppers helps us enhance our community engagement and adds yet another way for the police department to work together with the community to solve crime, hold criminals accountable, and provide justice to victims.”

Tips can be related to wanted individuals, crimes against persons and property, narcotics and other crimes.

“Crime Stoppers enables anyone to provide law enforcement with valuable and timely crime infor-

mation via phone, text, and the internet. We are proud to establish this partnership as a way to enhance Murrieta’s policing efforts.

We would not be one of the safest cities in the nation if it wasn’t for the support of our community, and SWRCS is an additional way to strengthen the community/police department partnership,” Murrieta police Chief Tony Conrad said.

The Crime Stoppers program is funded by private donations and annual fundraising events. No tax dollars are involved. The reward money is funded completely from SWRCS events and donations from concerned citizens and businesses.

“The Hemet Police Department is excited to join forces with Crime Stoppers, which is an invaluable asset to the Hemet

community, promoting a collaborative approach towards crime prevention and resolution,” Chief Eddie J. Pust of the Hemet Police Department said. “By uniting our resources and expertise, we can leverage the power of community engagement to effectively combat crime and hold offenders accountable.”

Crime tips can be provided by going to the SWRCS website or by calling their toll-free number at 844-227-8477.

The mobile app is also available for download at http://www. swrcrimestoppers.com. SWRCS is exclusively supported by donations and not by tax funds. Follow them on social media at Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Submitted by Southwest Riverside Crime Stoppers.

Sen. Seyarto’s legislation Fallbrook Women’s Connection to assisting disabled present Winter Fashion show veterans signed into law SACRAMENTO – Sen. Kelly Seyarto, R-Murrieta, announced that Senate Bill 82, establishing universal document standards for determining eligibility for the Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption, has been signed into law.

Currently, it is up to county assessors which types of documents they accept from the Veterans Affairs as proof of eligibility for the exemption. This bill sets a universal standard and allows both electronic documents and original paper copies to be used for the qualifying process.

Veterans who have suffered inju-

ries in their service and are rated as totally disabled by the VA qualify for a property tax exemption, and the current process has caused confusion and acted as a barrier to Veterans accessing this benefit.

“This bill idea was brought to me by a disabled veteran, and I am happy to be able to introduce this simple fix to remove some of the hurdles our veterans face when collecting their hard-earned benefits,” Seyarto said. “Cutting through bureaucratic red tape and helping our veterans is a victory for our communities and the whole state of California.”

Submitted by Sen. Kelly Seyarto.

FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Women’s Connection will present a Winter Fashion show and brunch in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens, Friday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to noon. The doors will open at 9:15 a.m. for shopping.

Regional manager Susan Heppner will serve as master of ceremonies for the fashion show, featuring clothes, handbags, hats, shoes and accessories from the Discovery Shop in Temecula, an

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upscale thrift store. Five local ladies will model three different outfits.

Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society whose mission is to save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

Guest speaker Carol Abernathie, a wife, mother and retired deputy sheriff, will share how her childhood nickname, “The Wild One,” took her on a journey from law breaker to law abider.

The cost per ticket is $30, cash

or check, which includes brunch prepared by The Grand Tradition, 220 Grand Tradition Way, in Fallbrook. It is located at the corner of South Mission Road and Grand Tradition Way near Econo Lodge.

Free child care will be provided for younger children with reservations. Reservations are encouraged. To make a reservation, call Ginny at 760-723-3633 or email Fallbrookcwc@gmail.com. Sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries.

Submitted by Fallbrook Women’s Connection.

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Canyon Lake State of City Address makes splash for prosperity and a ‘Paradise Defined’

Wildomar Council Member Carlos Marquez, Riverside 3rd Dist. Supervisor Chuck Washingon, Wildomar Mayor Pro Tem Bridgette Moore and Wildomar Mayor Joseph Morabito at the Canyon Lake Mayor’s State of the City Address in Canyon Lake.

Canyon Lake Mayor Jeremy Smith, in front of a big screen at the new Lighthouse Restaurant in Canyon Lake, welcomes guests to his State of the Union Address Oct. 26.

Valley News/Tony Ault photos Tony Ault Staf f Writer Canyon Lake Mayor Jeremy Smith made a big splash with the local residents and many local dignitaries at the new Lighthouse Restaurant at the private community’s annual State of the City Address Oct. 26.

Smith, introduced by City Manager Nicole Dailey, MBA, said Canyon Lake first incorporated as a city in 1990 and was indeed a “Paradise Defined,” as he laid out the city’s many amenities now including the lighthouse next to the private lake above Lake Elsinore and bordering Menifee.

The grounds of the new lighthouse had only been finished days before the several hundred residents and guests began arriving for the State of the City event hosted and partnered by the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce.

Smith prior to his address said, “The city has been established since 1990 but the community has been here since the early 1960s…

It’s a private gated city very unique in its kind with a population of about 12,000. It’s a little bit of paradise.”

He said it was the first time the city had done a car show with InN-Out burgers which were served to all the guests that evening.

In his regular address he showed the city has a $7.5 million budget this year and was proud of its efforts to put aside a $6.4 million dollar reserve with the goal of having a 100% goal far above most cities surrounding Canyon Lake. Canyon Lake for the coming 5 years has set aside $5.4 million in Capital Improvements including the expansion of the Canyon Lake Town Center that brings in much of the revenue for the city along with funds from the Canyon

Canyon Council Member Mark Terry on the big screen at Canyon Lake’s Lighthouse State of the City Address talks about the City of Canyon Lakes residents and its Chamber of Commerce.

Sen. Kelly Seyarto with Riverside County 2nd Dist. Supervisor Karen Spiegel at the Canyon Lake State of the City Address in front of the Canyon Lake Lighthouse.

Riverside 2nd Dist. Supervisor Karen Spiegel at the microphone and Canyon Lake City Manager Nicole Dailey, MBAtalk about the history of the American Pledge of Allegiance and Flag at the start of the Canyon Lake State of the City.

Lake Property Owners Association (PAO).

With the theme a “Paradise Defined” the Canyon Lake City Council including Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Dale Welty, Kasey Castillo, Jennifer Dain and Mark Terry each on the big screen gave an overview of the businesses, residential properties, public safety, lake administration and their membership in many county government organizations.

Karen Spiegel, Riverside County 2nd District Supervisor, a special guest of the Canyon Lake State of the City in addition to leading the Pledge of Allegiance gave a lesson about the creation of the National Flag and the history of our nation. Aprile McKinnon, a local resident, sang the National Anthem prior to the Mayor’s address.

Council Member Terry on the screen said that the city with 4,800 households and small businesses are the lifeline of the city. He mentions the city is almost built out at this time but has a median household income of well over $120,000 per year with the average home valued at $659,000 accounting for its continued prosperity.

He saw the new Town Center Specific Plan will be instrumental in continuing the city’s prosperity in the future. He praised the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce in helping the city continue its economic growth.

With that in mind Smith brought the new members of the Chamber to install them into their new leadership posts. Following that, the Chamber presented Nathan Streater with the Ambassador of the Year Award and Ria Bellili Riley, the small business Sport Stop owner , with the late Jordan Ehrenkranz Spirit of Canyon Lake Award, the most esteemed award in Canyon Lake. Both have been very active in the many events of the private community all improving its growth and prosperity.

Following Terry’s talk Smith noted that everyone now who would like to move into Canyon Lake would find that there are only

In-N-Out Burgers employee hustles to put together hamburger dinners for more than 150 guests at the Canyon Lake Mayor’s State of the City Address.

29 homes available for sale in the city at this time.

Smith acknowledged Council Members Castillo and Dain who on Memorial Day saw that every home in Canyon Lake displayed an American Flag in front of their home showing the city’s patriotism and now are looking forward to the upcoming Veterans Day picnic in the city Nov. 11.

Council Member Castillo, from a law enforcement background, gave the city’s efforts in keeping it one of the safest cities in the county and introduced the city’s newer Fire Department personnel, and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department and Code Enforcement officers who helped obtain that recognition. She said the public safety personnel are now working to provide more enforcement along Railroad Canyon Drive in the city limits and keeping out homeless encampments. Castillo said she was pleased the POA and fire department has purchased another fire engine that will be in service hopefully by the end of the year. This year the Canyon Lake Fire Department answered 1,100 calls.

Smith concluded he was grate-

ful Canyon Lake was a small but mighty city and to all the residents and city staff who have made it so successful as a private community. He said its continued success would not be possible without the support of all the surrounding communities and the county offices.

Among the many dignitaries at the Canyon Lake State of the City event were Supervisor Spiegel, 32nd Dist. Senator Kelly Seyarto, 3rd Dist. Supervisor Chuck Washington, County Controller Auditor Ben Benoit, city council members from Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula, Hemet, San Jacinto, Wildomar, members of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Water District and many others.

Sponsors of the event were the Canyon Lake POA, Culture Cannabis Club, CR&R Environmental Services, SRCAR realtors, Citizens Business Bank, EVMWD, SoCalGas,Southern California Edison, WRCOG, Tulips Trophies and In-N-Out Burgers.

The Drifters Car Club vehicles and Smith’s racing vehicles were on display.

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

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Temecula to host annual Patriotic Salute to Veterans program & concert TEMECULA – Join the city of Temecula for the annual Patriotic Salute to Veterans Saturday, Nov. 11, at 6 p.m. in front of Temecula’s Civic Center, 41000 Main Street.

The Veterans Day Concert is free and open to the community in honor of service members. A limited number of free sandwiches will be provided from 5-6 p.m. in Town Square Park.

Bring family, friends, and lawn chairs with some warm blankets to enjoy a concert under the stars in Temecula. The event will include comments from city dignitaries, the presentation of military banners to recognize active military personnel from the city’s Military Banner Program, and a live performance by the Temecula Valley Symphony.

The highlight of the Veterans Day celebration is the 90-minute, professional concert, A Patriotic Salute to Veterans, performed by

the Temecula Valley Symphony conducted by John Mario and Zun-Hin Woo. Musical selections will include a program full of patriotic melodies, selections from various action films and American favorites.

“We hope you will be present to join us for this annual Veterans Day Ceremony as we honor and salute all our service members who have and continue to preserve and defend our country and all our freedoms,” Temecula Mayor Zak Schwank said. “We may not know them, but we owe our eternal gratitude and deep respect to these brave heroes, as well as their steadfast families.”

Stay tuned for more Community Services information, events and updates by following @TemeculaParksAndRec on social media and by visiting http://TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD. Submitted by city of Temecula.

The Temecula Civic Center is lit up in patriotic colors as the Temecula Valley Symphony performs on its steps during the 2022 Patriotic Salute to Veterans.

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SoCalGas encourages restaurants to apply for $5,000 grant through California Restaurant Foundation’s Resilience Fund LOS ANGELES – Independent restaurants could apply for a $5,000 grant from the California Restaurant Foundation’s Restaurants Care Resilience Fund, beginning Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Earlier this year, Southern California Gas Co. donated $1 million to the Resilience Fund, bringing it to $2.1 million, the largest fund to date since the program’s inception in 2021. Grants will be awarded to 182 California restaurants, including 88 in SoCalGas’ service area, and funds may be used for technology adoption, equipment upgrades, employee onboarding and retention or unforeseen hardships.

“For the third consecutive year, SoCalGas is supporting the California Restaurant Foundation’s Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to provide grants to independent restaurants. These restaurants

play a vital role in our local communities, and the foundation’s grants bolster and maintain the livelihoods of local restaurant proprietors, their staff and their establishments,” David Barrett, SoCalGas senior vice president, general counsel and California Restaurant Foundation board member, said.

It is the second round of grants in 2023, made possible through donations from SoCalGas, the PG&E Corporation Foundation and San Diego Gas and Electric. The first round of 2023 Restaurants Care Resilience Fund grants were distributed in June and restaurants that submitted applications in the spring but who were not funded do not need to reapply to be considered for this round of grants.

Resilience Fund applications are open through Wednesday, Nov. 8.

Eligibility is open to California

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to have followed Mueller’s scent down to the Santa Margarita River and the surrounding area of the property. It has not been confirmed if the interior of Mueller’s home had ever been searched.

Mueller’s family continued to look for him and didn’t believe that he would have just left and not contacted any of them.

According to Mueller’s grandmother, Kathryn Castillo, the San Diego Sheriff’s Homicide Lt. Lisa Brannon, who was investigating the case, believes it was a suicide.

Castillo disagrees and believes there are many unanswered questions and inconsistencies in the reports of Evan Mueller’s birthday and the days after.

Some of those questions include: Given where his remains were found, what lead SAR to that area and why were the remains not found a year ago when there were multiple searches of the area?

Given that the spot where Evan’s remains were found, and that it is very close to a walking trail, did no one notice the body?

These are just two of dozens of questions Village News will be asking and reporting on the next few weeks.

If anyone has information about the Evan Mueller case, his family is asking them to please call 425286-7827.

2023. A medical examiner arrived on the scene to investigate and take control of the remains.

According to Evan Mueller’s mother, April Graham, the medical examiner was able to verify the skull was Evan’s by his dental records.

The remains, which were mostly skeletal, including a skull, were found in a ravine area near Vista Del Lago Drive, in Fallbrook.

Sargent George stated that “it is a miracle that the remains were found where they were,” as the area is highly vegetative, and the terrain is difficult to access due to populous poison oak.

According to Graham, not all of the remains were located and they don’t know the cause of death. She said because of the condition of the remains, they may never determine the cause of death.

The SAR team recovered the remains on foot, despite the steepness of the surrounding area.

Clothes were also found in the search area. It has not been confirmed whether the clothing belonged to Evan Mueller.

This SAR operation expands on previous searches for Mueller.

In 2022, after his disappearance, searches were conducted by volunteers and the San Diego County Sheriff.

A year ago, dogs were reported

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restaurants located in the utility companies’ service areas, must be open for at least one year, have up to five units, have annual revenue of up to $3 million, with special consideration for those owned by women or people of color. Applications can be found at http://www.restaurantscare.org/ resilience.

“SoCalGas has provided invaluable and unwavering support for the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund since its inception in 2021, which has led to hundreds of independent restaurant owners across Southern California fortifying their businesses for the long haul,” Alycia Harshfield, executive director of California Restaurant Foundation, said. “We are thrilled to open applications for the second time this year and again offer $5,000 grants to owners looking to enhance their restaurants via

technology adoption, equipment upgrades, employee onboarding and retention or overcoming unforeseen hardships.”

Since its inception, the Resilience Fund has awarded over 1,100 grants to independently owned restaurants across California. Among them, 68% were women-owned, and 83% were owned by people of color.

“With the grant we received this summer from SoCalGas, we were able to purchase a standing fryer, refrigerator and sandwich bar. We’ve been able to make food more efficiently, keep our ingredients fresher and have provided our customers a better dining experience,” Stacy Davis from Stacy’s Kitchen in Blythe said.

In addition to providing financial support to restaurants through the foundation, SoCalGas offers programs and services to help

business customers select energyefficient equipment. Restaurant owners can schedule a “Try Before You Buy” demo with natural gas cooking equipment before purchasing, request a no-cost energy survey to be conducted by a utility expert and obtain information on rebates and incentives for eligible energy efficient natural gas cooking equipment, water heating, heat recovery products and energyefficient upgrade installation.

SoCalGas’ support of the California Restaurant Fund is part of the company’s ASPIRE 2045 sustainability goals, which include a plan to invest $50 million to drive positive change in diverse and underserved communities across five years.

Submitted by Southern California Gas Co.

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Self-Management, and Social This month, we proudly Awareness, she empowers students introduce two extraordinary with the skills to navigate their world champions: Dr. Nyree Clark and with emotional intelligence.

Mrs. Shavon Dunn.

Dr. Clark’s commitment to equity Dr. Nyree Clark, a curriculum and empathy is underscored by program specialist for the Colton a memorable experience in her Joint Unified School District, has African American Literacy Club. crafted an inspiring after-school Reading “Sulwe” by Lupita Nyong’o, program. Her African American she ignited a discussion about selfDr. Nyree Literacy Club weaves the rich awareness and colorism, inspiring Clark tapestry of representational literature students to embrace their identity, into the educational experience. This address inequities, and build literary journey promotes empathy, strategies to overcome challenges. connecting young hearts through One student’s heartfelt words, storytelling. Dr. Clark’s approach “Mrs. Clark helps me be the best is both innovative and profoundly me I can be,” exemplify her lifelong impactful, fostering an inclusive and commitment to teaching. empathetic school environment.

Our “Educator of the Month” Mrs. Shavon Dunn, a dynamic program celebrates the outstanding 4th-grade teacher, combines work of educators like Dr. Nyree technology with creative SEL Clark and Mrs. Shavon Dunn. strategies to ignite her students’ Their unwavering commitment passion for learning. Her classroom to empathy, SEL, and equity in is a sanctuary where intellectual education serves as a beacon of growth is harmoniously intertwined inspiration for the entire education Mrs. Shavon with emotional development. community. Together, we can Dunn Through engaging activities and continue to enrich the lives of innovative teaching methods, Mrs. Dunn ensures students and propel the future of education. that every student is empowered with the tools to Join us in this heartwarming journey. Visit thrive academically and emotionally. www.3030publishing.com to explore more about Dr. Clark’s dedication to empathy, SEL, and our initiative and find out how you can be a part of equity is evident in her work. She actively promotes this transformative movement. Together, we can and integrates empathy within her school’s climate inspire educators to blend intellect with emotion, and culture. Using representational literature, creating a brighter future, one student at a time.

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LOCAL FIRE from page A-1 Department, Hemet Fire Department, Murrieta Fire & Rescue, Palm Springs Fire Department, U.S. Forest Service and other agencies were sent to the location and encountered flames moving at a moderate rate to the west, the Riverside County Fire Department reported.

Santa Ana winds became a significant factor as the afternoon progressed, but by 6 p.m., they had largely abated, according to regional weather reports.

Shortly after 3 p.m., the flames crossed Highway 371, moving west-southwest, heading toward residences in the 45100 and 45800 blocks of Highway 371, according to officials.

A house in the 45800 block of Jojoba Road was reportedly damaged by the fire. The occupants escaped uninjured, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Evacuation orders were posted for the area encompassing Boulder Vista Street to the west, Becker Lane to the east, Cottonwood Creek to the north and Golden Eagle Drive to the south.

An evacuation warning was issued for the area encompassing Shirley Way to the west, the Vail Lake Resort to the east, David

Street to the north and Pueblo Road to the south.

CHP officers shut down Highway 79 at County Line Road for public safety. The 79/371 junction was also closed, and motorists were being turned around.

A care and reception center was established for evacuees at Great Oak High School in Temecula.

Residents with large and small pets were invited to drop them at the San Jacinto Valley Animal Campus for safekeeping.

Six Cal Fire air tankers and four water-dropping helicopters initiated runs on the fire before ground crews’ arrival, closing off its eastern flank. However, winds fanned the flames as crews worked to encircle the wildfire.

All air tankers cleared the area due to nightfall at 6:05 p.m.

One water-dropping helicopter equipped for night operations remained in orbits, making targeted runs in support of ground crews, officials said.

The blaze started near a residence, but the exact cause was under investigation.

To stay updated on evacuation warnings and local news, go to www.myvalleynews.com.

City News Service contributed to this story.

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The Dora Mena family members decorate their family altar to show their love for their many relatives who have passed at the Menifee Dia de los Muertos celebration October 28 at Mt. San Jacinto College’s parking lot.

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Leticia Luna Sims sits next to an altar called an ofrenda of her loved ones who have passed away displayed during the Menifee Day of the Dead event at MSJC, Oct. 28.

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Monica Becerra (left) with her mother Maria Mendoza stand next to her father, Pablo Mendoza’s ofrenda displayed at the Menifee Day of the Dead event.

Valley News/Shane Gibson photo Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated especially by people of Mexican heritage where altars are created with photos of deceased loved ones arranged in a display with various symbolic items and items that were favored by the deceased when they were alive.

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[Left] Ofrendas are displayed in the trunks of custom cars at the Menifee Day of the Dead event.

Menifee Ballet Folklorico members perform for guests attending the Menifee Day of the Dead event.

Valley News/Shane Gibson photo DIA from page A-1 Dia de Los Muertos, intertwined with Mexican, Latin American, Aztec and Catholic traditions. traditionally dates back 3,000 years when the highly advanced Aztec civilization existed from today’s North America to South America until the Spanish conquerors came trying to change it.

Those aztec traditions were highlighted in Menifee that afternoon with the members of Danza Azteca Xochipilli, dressed in their high feathered flowing headdresses, rattles and drums danced and twirled between the 15 community alters carefully erected to remember and show love for deceased grandmothers, grandfathers, husbands, wives, brothers, sisters and cousins.

The Dia de los Muertos celebrated over a week was celebrated early in Menifee preceding the Catholic All Saints Day that takes place on November 1 and 2 and the American Veterans Day on Nov. 11.

Other members of the Ride N’ Pride Car Club of California, for the first time in Menifee, showed off their air bagged, brightly painted low-rider classic cars and

trucks with their trunks decorated with the ofrendas of their passed loved ones, who joined in with the celebrants. On the temporary event stage, Jexzi, a popular singer of loved Latin America and country songs entertained the crowds followed by the Ballet Folklorico of Menifee, Grupo Folklorico Bailes de Mi Tierra and Sal & Isela con los Salerosos.

Bringing delight to the parents were the children and teens who participated in the Catrina costume contest with their faces painted and bright flowered costumes laughing on the stage. A Catrina costume depicts the Aztec figure Mictecacihuatl, the death goddess of Chicunamictian.

Satisfying the hunger of the crowds were many food trucks with many menus of Mexican, Latin American and barbecued foods along with the sweet breads and other baked goods. Other clothing and crafts vendors lined the parking lot bringing great interest from the spectators.

While the multitude celebrated, the family of Dora Mena from Lake Elsinore, dressed in their traditional Catrina costumes. sat beside their elaborate ofrenda with many photos of their passed

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family members, surrounded by some of their family foods, sweet breads, best mementos of their past lives and the traditional orange chrysanthemums and marigolds of the Dia de los Muertos. Dora said she especially remembers her brother, Alberto, who passed away in August and her own son who also died a few years ago.

Philip Southard, Menifee Public Affairs and Legislative Officer, overseeing the special Menifee Dia de los Muertos event said, “We think it is important to celebrate all diversity in Menifee and this is an opportunity to do that. Dia de los Muertos is one of those that we do on behalf of the city.” He said the city also celebrates other holidays celebrated by many of the other cultures in the city each year. He saw the Dia de los Muertos as one of the events the city receives a lot of support from the residents including some other events coming up including Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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JDS Academy transforms studio into a haunted hotel for Halloween

JDS Academy student Matt Seelbinder dressed as a chimney sweeper greets guests at the nonprofit’s Haunted Studio fundraising event.

Keith Clark donates blood in a mobile LifeStream Blood Bank at JDS Academy in Temecula, Oct. 28.

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JDS Academy members portray scary characters during the nonprofit’s Haunted Studio fundraising event, held Friday, Oct. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 29.

Various JDS Academy members portray scary characters during the nonprofit’s Haunted Studio fundraising event.

A JDS Academy member assumes a frightening role at the Haunted Studio.

A masked JDS Academy member portrays a bloodied character during the nonprofit’s Haunted Studio fundraising event.

JDS Academy transforms their Temecula studio into a haunted hotel.

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Find something to do!

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

CHILDREN’S EVENTS Nov. 4 - 5.p.m. Boys & Girls Club of Inland Valley 9th Annual Gala and Variety Show fundraising event at the Fairfield Inn and Suites, 30140 Town Center Drive, Menifee. For more information on tickets & sponsorships please visit https://menifeebgc.ejoinme. org/2023GALA Nov. 4 - 9 a.m. to noon Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park 1 Year Anniversary, 26553 Craig Ave., Menifee.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Nov. 4 - Dec. 17 - 10 a.m. Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley Christmas Tree Lane: A Candyland Wonderland event. This year’s Christmas Tree Lane promises to be a sweet sensation, featuring a delightful array of beautifully decorated trees, each uniquely themed to captivate visitors of all ages.

Some of the featured trees include “It’s a Barbie’s World Tree,” “Mrs. Claus’ Delight,” “Willy Wonka Dreams,” “Dr. Seuss’ Magical Tree,” and even a charming “Gingerbread Playhouse.” Trees will be raffled-off, with all proceeds going towards supporting the families, veterans, and seniors that Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley serves.

Nov. 4 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Family Wildlife Day presented by The Nature Education Program at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Center Visitors Center, 39400 Clinton Keith Road, Murrieta.

Many live wildlife displays, Fish and Game, Forest Service, reptile, raptor and other animal presentations and educational environmental information for the whole family. $10 for adults and $5 for children over 12 at the entrance unless pre-ticketed.

Nov. 4 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. City of Menifee “Shop the Block” Pop-up Market Highlighting Local Small Business“Shop Local” holiday campaign spotlighting local artisans, crafters, and small business vendors.The Event will take place at the Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee Campus. 28237

La Piedra Road.

Nov. 3-4 - Pumpkin Drive held

by Temecula Tots and The Little Red Barn Indoor Playground.

Bring your Halloween pumpkins to The Little Red Barn Indoor Playground, located at 33050 Antelope Road, Ste. 210 in Murrieta on Friday, Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. They will benefit the animals at The Shore Sanctuary, a nonprofit animal rescue. All pumpkins will be delivered to The Shore Sanctuary where the animals there will enjoy the tasty treats!

Nov. 5 - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Temecula Valley Dachshund Club presents the Fall Weiner Fest.

Vendors, food, beer garden, raffles, drawings, and weiner dog races, all at Vail Headquarters, Temecula.

Nov. 11 – 6 - 10 p.m. Animal Friends of the Valleys presents Wines For Canines & Kitties at the South Coast Winery Resort, 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula. For more information, visit https://www.afv.org/wines.

Nov. 11 - 10 a.m. - noon. Menifee Veterans Day Event at Wheatfield Park, 30627 Menifee Road, Menifee. Speeches, Veterans resources, children’s art showcased.

Nov. 11 - 12 p.m. Murrieta will unveil its Vietnam Veterans Memorial immediately following the annual Veterans Day Parade at the Murrieta Town Square Park where the flags of many fallen veterans are on display. Veteran singer and songwriter Gabriel Wren. There will be refreshments.

Nov. 11 - 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Hemet Veterans Day event at Gibbel Park with 9 a.m. ceremony.

With vendors, displays demonstrations and pony rides throughout the day.

Nov. 11- 6-7:30 p.m. Temecula Patriotic Salute to Veterans Concert free at the Temecula Civic Center 41000 Main St., Old Town Temecula performed by the Temecula Valley Symphony. ov. 11- 9 a.m. Lake Elsinore annual Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at the Diamond Stadium, 500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore Nov. 11 - 12 -3 p.m. Wildomar’s Veterans Day Event at Marna O’Brien Park, 20505 Palomar St-

Wildomar with live music, crafts for children, car show, beer garden and food.

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

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

Contact Joyce Hohenadl at 951674-2159 ONGOING – Sun City Civic Association Monthly Square Dance sessions are held Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. at 26850 Sun City Boulevard.

ONGOING – If you know a homebound older adult, resources in Menifee are available, including grab-and-go, cooked and frozen food for pickup. Courtesy pantry items and meals delivered with no contact. Three days of emergency food can be delivered immediately or restaurant meal delivery for those who don’t qualify for food assistance programs. Call the California Department on Aging at 800-510-2020 for help.

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

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

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Famous scientists ACROSS 1. Dylan lyric, “There was music in the ____ at night and revolution in the air” 6. *Many scientists have this 9. Alpha Centauri B, e.g.

13. Measured in kilowatt-hours, on electric bill 14. Ring of flowers 15. TV’s “____ Blinders” 16. Make believe 17. Public promotions 18. Appropriate for Halloween 19. *F unit of capacitance named in whose honor?

21. *Marine biologist and “Silent Spring” author 23. L.A. baller 24. Not on a rolling stone?

25. Value added reseller 28. New Zealand fruit 30. Option at a hot dog stand, adj.

35. One’s final notice 37. Without, in French 39. Time being 40. Toy construction set brand 41. Turning token taker 43. Jewish month 44. Jab on field of play 46. A ride up ski hill 47. Short for Milton 48. *A unit of electric current named in whose honor?

50. Home to Zion National Park 52. Wood-shaping tool 53. Morays, pl.

55. One little piggy 57. *A telescope was named in his honor 60. *Primatologist and world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees 64. Popular snorkeler’s attraction 65. Have a cold 67. Sphere in Las Vegas, e.g.

68. Pond buildup 69. To and ____ 70. Gives off 71. Goes with a rod 72. Small dog’s bark 73. Tears down DOWN 1. Take into custody 2. On a deck?

3. So-so 4. a.k.a. tent caterpillar or lappet moth 5. Maurice of “Where the Wild Things Are” 6. Eugene O’Neill’s creation 7. He had 8. Popular 70s genre 9. Witnesses 10. Hawaiian tuber 11. Similar 12. Kind of bourbon 15. P in POI 20. Out of whack 22. Cleopatra’s killer, according to legend

Swap Meet continues, 33280 Newport Road in Winchester.

Saturdays and Sundays only. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under age 10 is free admission. No dogs allowed.

ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

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

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, NOTICES Nov. 11-12 - American Fastpitch Association (AFA) Veterans Day Softball Tournament at the Oaks in San Jacinto, 45750 Castile Road, San Jacinto. A National Qualifier event.

ONGOING – Want to help deployed American troops remotely?

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

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

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first

Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road, in Temecula.

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

Designed for students and does not include behind-the-wheel instruction or a California driver’s permit. Contact 951-723-3880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at http://www. city of menifee.us.

ONGOING – 10-11:30 a.m.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833-349-2054.

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

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

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month.

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

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

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

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

Browse city of Temecula events, classes, programs, activities in the Winter/Spring 2024 Guide to Leisure Activities

24. Not a full size bus 25. *V unit of electric potential named in whose honor?

26. Crosswise, on deck 27. Build temporarily (2 words) 29. *W unit of power named in whose honor?

31. Type of rich soil 32. Most populous country 33. Burn with water 34. *Synonymous with unit of frequency and a car rental company 36. Muscle quality 38. Floor plank 42. Muse of love poetry 45. The ____makers of “Pitch Perfect” 49. #53 Across, sing.

51. Vacuum cleaner, in U.K. 54. Like kale or spinach 56. Swelling of human organs 57. Golfer’s destination 58. Desires 59. Ancient Semitic deity 60. Lump of stuff 61. Black tropical cuckoos 62. Guitar forerunner 63. Is it really more?

64. *Carl Benz invented the first practical modern one in the 1880s 66. Retirement plan, acr.

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TEMECULA ─ The city of Temecula Community Services Department announced that the Winter/Spring 2024 Guide to Leisure Activities is currently being mailed out to residents and is now available online. The guide will also be available at select Temecula facilities. The bi-annual guide highlights the many classes, events and programs offered throughout Temecula. Registration for classes opens Monday, Nov. 6, at 8 a.m. To browse content and to access or create an account, visit http://TemeculaCA. Residents can begin registering for classes gov/TCSD. for the Winter/Spring 2024 Guide to S i g n a t u r e Wi n t e r Leisure Activities in Temecula starting events return, beginning Valley News/Courtesy photo with Santa’s Arrival at Monday, Nov. 6.

Pennypickle’s Workshop; Christ- vated Mary Phillips Senior Center mas Tree Lighting; Santa’s Elec- as well as the highly anticipated tric Light Parade; Temecula on Ice opening of the newly built MarSkating Rink and the popular, New garita Recreation Center, opening Year’s Eve Grape Drop. There in early 2024. This facility will are many more opportunities to include a 25-yard swimming pool, celebrate the magic of the season. classroom space for community Be sure to bring the family and programs and a dance studio.

For more information on Comexperience Temecula Chilled.

Also featured within the pages munity Services events and of the guide are premiere recre- updates, follow @TemeculaParkation facilities in Temecula. This sAndRec on social media, and visit season will welcome back full http://TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD. Submitted by city of Temecula. programming at the newly reno-

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ENTERTAINMENT

Hemet celebrates community with Chalktober Art Festival Diane A. Rhodes Special to Valley News Costumed children and creative artists filled the Hemet Public Library parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 28 to enjoy the city of Hemet’s first ever Chalktober Art Festival.

A highlight was the chalk art competition taking place at taped off areas of the blacktop, sidewalk and courtyard. Artists could sign up from noon until the contest closed at 4 p.m., an hour before the event ended. A variety of subjects were suggested such as pumpkin patch, Halloween, changing seasons and something they were thankful for, but artists were free to draw whatever they wanted.

Jose Noe made a colorful bowl full of noodles with a twist. He set up a viewfinder station that allowed visitors to see his artwork in 3D, adding a touch of delicious realism to his piece. Rylene Rosales depicted the video game character Pikmin in a pumpkin patch. This was her first time creating an art piece with chalk on such a large concrete canvas. Rylene also volunteered at the event, helping to set things up and direct vendors to their stations before the festival began.

Artist Zander Marville decided to go with a graffiti art style with their initials standing out from the colorful background. “I do a lot of digital art so this medium is a little different,” Zander said. “It’s a little more precise but I’m used to painting on a bigger scale.” Zander is a member of the Mt. San Jacinto College Art Club that had a booth set up at the festival to showcase some of the members’ artwork, from painting to ceramics.

The club’s advisor is John Knuth, an artist himself who is also an art instructor at MSJC teaching drawing, ceramics, sculpture, 3D design and art history at the San

Jacinto campus. “We have a core active group of 20 or so students,” Knuth said about the club. “This is our first community event; we usually have booths for campus events but Hemet reached out to us and we were glad to be included.”

A winner was to be chosen from each of the four contest levels of ages 6-9, 10-13, 14-18 and group which could have all ages to encourage families to enter. Due to all the creativity that was present within the chalk art competition, winners were not able to be decided on by the end of the event.

However, they will be announced via the city’s social media channels, @hemetgov on Instagram and @cityofhemet on Facebook.

The winning entry from each level will receive a gift basket filled with art supplies, tickets and passes to Hemet events and more goodies.

As an intern for the office of City Manager Mark Prestwich, Jade Trejos worked closely with intern Demi Olsen to organize and facilitate the event. She said they pitched the idea to the city after coming on board and reading through the Strategic Plan that contains 84 items to bring the community together and improve conditions throughout. Trejos was born and raised in Hemet.

“My father is very artistic, so he helped guide me with a lot of what I brought to the event,” Trejos said.

“I was hired in July, so this is my first real government experience and my first citywide event. The goal is to bring more experiences like this to our hometown. It is nice to see it go from paper to real life.

So far, so great!”

Local merchants were invited to set up booths to interact with guests. Raising Cane’s, Starbucks, Jess of Cakes and Hemet’s Best Street Tacos shared details about their offerings and had some available to eat as well. Other vendors

Hemet’s Chalktober Art Festival drew much talent to the Hemet Public Library parking lot on Saturday, Valley News/Diane A. Rhodes photos Oct. 28.

Pumpkin painting was one of the many activities enjoyed by visitors of all ages to the Chalktober Art Festival in Hemet.

Judges for the chalk art competition included Hemet City Council member Linda Krupa, left, and Hemet Mayor Pro Tem Malcolm Lilienthal, both who were adorned with sashes by City of Hemet intern Jade Trejos.

One of many creative chalk art creations that colored the sidewalks around the Hemet Public Library on Oct. 28.

A Halloween scene dominated most of the chalk art creations during Hemet’s Chalktober Art Festival.

Vincent and Phyllis Oliveri, representing Oliveri Crafts, were among several local merchants who interacted with hundreds of visitors to Hemet’s Chalktober Art Festival on Oct. 28.

included local small independent businesses such as Lulubug Boutique offering homemade bath and body products as well as seasonal candles and more. Owner Kathy Goodrich said the company started about three years ago. Vincent and Phyllis Oliveri operate Oliveri Crafts in Hemet. The couple met while serving in the Marine Corps, stationed in North Carolina.

Their unique handcrafted wood items run the gamut from signs to small statues; Vincent said the most popular request he gets is for cornhole game boards.

Julia Rury with Willdebietz Music Conservatory was helping children make jingle sticks, tambourines and rubber band harmonicas. She and her husband William opened their private music education center on North Harvard in 2020 and offer one-onone private lessons and ensemble classes for children and adults.

For more information, www.willdebietz.com.

Members of the Hemet Valley Art Association displayed many great photographs, paintings and other pieces made by members while sharing that they offer Kid’s Project Art Classes on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-14. For more information on November’s classes at the Downtown Hemet gallery, contact Lizeth

Benitez at 562-394-5551. HVA is also offering Children’s Art: Clay Sculpting featuring “Monsters” through Dec. 18 on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. for those 8-12 years old.

To enroll, call 239-682-2708.

Hemet Public Library volunteers offered a craft table where hot pads could be stamped with Halloween-themed figures such as bats, pumpkins and witches.

There was a face painting table that even Hemet City Council member Linda Krupa took advantage of by having some stylish blue swirls added to her cheek that matched her outfit. She was also one of the judges for the chalk art competition, joined by Hemet Mayor Pro Tem Malcolm Lilienthal.

Hemet Police volunteers had two booths offering giveaways, candy and cornhole games. The group was hosting a Trunk or Treat event in the same area later that evening so they were reminding all the families to return for some fun after dark. DJ Alex with Hemet’s TDUB Entertainment kept the upbeat tunes playing throughout the afternoon.

A crowd favorite was the pumpkin painting. All guests could pick out a pumpkin from a variety of different sizes and shapes and tables were set up with an array of paints to use. Adults were also given recipe cards for homemade

pumpkin pie, a reminder that pumpkins are good for more than just decorating. Trejos said they received donations from Grocery Outlet West and Cal Poly Pomona.

“They helped to supply us with larger pumpkins that helped to decorate the event,” she said.

“These pumpkins, around 100, were then given out to families at Hemet Police Department’s Trunk or Treat event.”

She said about 200 pumpkins were purchased from Eagle Eye Produce in Hemet for the public painting and all of them were used.

Most were kid-sized, making it very easy for even the youngest children to create a colorful masterpiece on their pumpkin of choice.

“We had roughly 15 volunteers helping with set up and booth maintenance throughout the whole of the event,” Trejos said. “Many of these volunteers were high school students from Alessandro, West Valley, Tahquitz and Western Center Academy. It was through the coordination of the Hemet Unified School District that we were able to bridge a gap between our government, community, service and town pride.”

For more information, www. hemetca.gov, @hemetgov on Instagram and @cityofhemet on Facebook.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Halloween comes early to Soboba Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Special to the Valley News

From beautiful princesses to scary clowns, visitors to events at the Soboba Indian Reservation got an early start on the Halloween holiday. Children from the Soboba Tribal Preschool were invited to a Trunk or Treat morning Wednesday, Oct. 19. Many departments and a few Tribal member families hosted themed trunks and provided lots of treats for the students and their siblings. Transported to the Soboba Sports Complex by their parents, it was a true family affair as the costumed children made their way around the 20 decorated trunks.

The preschool staff offered three different stops and greeted the familiar youngsters with lots of candy, toys and other goodies.

Preschool Director Benita Torres thanked everyone who participated in the event.

“It was very hot, but you guys stayed strong and did amazing,” she told those who hosted displays.

“The children had a lot of fun and they had big smiles on their faces. I really appreciate all the hard work everyone put into decorating for the occasion.”

The preschool awarded gift cards and certificates to the top three displays. The Soboba Foundation, Tribal Council and Executive Office joined forces to create a “Toy Story” experience that took first place. Torres said the children loved the group. Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear, Sid Phillips and Bo Peep greeted the kids and passed out Ring Pops and Woody Pez dispensers while the Alien delighted everyone with its friendly antics around the corner setup.

There was also a photo op booth where children could pretend to be in Buzz Lightyear’s rocket ship.

The Cultural Department, which garnered a second-place win, handed out jack-o-lantern faced tote bags filled with coloring books, crayons, stickers, pencils and other educational items for them to enjoy along with their candy. A third-place finish went to the public works janitors who created a “Monster Mash” with a truck bed filled with many different monsters from witches to werewolves while the familiar tune blared on speakers to accompany the scary scene.

Soboba Parks & Recreation presented the Soboba Tribal Halloween Carnival Saturday, Oct. 21, from 6-9 p.m. Booths were set up to allow children to play fun games for prizes and make crafts.

Christian Aceves and Christine Rodriguez from the Soboba Tribal Environmental Department also used the opportunity to educate players about pollution. In a game called “Don’t Drink the Water,” several small fish bowls were filled with clean water while a few others were discolored or had mutant fish pictures inside which meant they were polluted. Getting a ping pong ball inside a bowl with clean air was rewarded with a reusable water bottle. All participants received a treat just for playing, though.

Also using the event in a purposeful way were members of the Noli Beading Club, overseen

by Tashina Miranda Ornelas, coordinator and instructor of Noli Indian School Culture Department. Visitors to their spider web enveloped popup were shown how to make a medicinal spirit tie. The center of a small piece of white cloth could be filled with tobacco, white sage or elderberry flowers and then tied off. A face drawn on the bulbous end of the cloth with a black marker mimicked a small but friendly ghost.

A constant stream of screams emanated from a haunted house that was set up at one end of the

Members of the Soboba Foundation, Tribal Council and Executive Office greet hundreds of guests with treats and fog at the Soboba Tribal Halloween Carnival Saturday, Oct. 21.

Soboba Public Works janitors win a third-place prize for their Monster Mash themed display at the Trunk or Treat event Thursday, Oct. 19, for Soboba Tribal Preschool students. Valley News/Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians photo

“Toy Story” characters are represented at the Soboba Foundation, Tribal Council and Executive Office display during the preschoolers visit to the Sports Complex.

Soboba Tribal Preschool kindergarten teacher Laura Aldrete, left, and instructional aide Mayra Campos embrace “The Nightmare Before Christmas” as their young students make their way through the Trunk or Treat event.

Soboba Family Services offers a carnival themed booth with games and treats at the Soboba Tribal Halloween Carnival.

Parents walk their children in front of the judges for the 0-4 age group category of the costume contest at the Soboba Sports Complex.

Costumed contestants in the 8-12 age group walk in a circle while judges decide who was the cutest, scariest and most creative.

John Arrietta as Geppetto and Milo Arrietta as Pinocchio win for cutest costume in the 0-4 age group costume contest at the Soboba Parks & Recreation Halloween Carnival.

Sports Complex near a pumpkin patch where each registered guest could go to pick out their favorite.

One of the baseball fields was lit

up with overhead lights where several inflatable bounce houses and slides offered children a chance to run and play. Guests were also

treated to a taco meal and a chance at several raffle prizes, including a few items donated by members of the Beading Club. A DJ played an appropriate mix of Halloweenthemed classics throughout the night.

The Soboba Foundation, Tribal Council and Executive Office teamed up once again for an exciting display that attracted all visitors. Two popups with lighted tables decorated with Disney characters also featured fog machines that surprised and delighted everyone with their spontaneity.

Along with a large Mickey Mouse

shaped caramel apple enrobed in chocolate given to everyone, children received a card that featured colorful games and activities for them to complete. All eight items were described in English and Chamtéela, which is the Luiseño Indian language.

Costume contests were held for all ages but broken down into age groups of 0-4, 5-7, 8-12, 13-17 and 18-plus. Three winners from each group that best represented scariest, cutest and most creative were presented with gift cards and candy treats.

27 years in the making: ‘Nutcracker - the Mousical’ comes to Old Town Temecula Community Theater The Temecula Theater Foundation is proud to announce the production of the new musical, “Nutcracker - The Mousical” by Bobbi Boes and Beverly Stephenson. This is not your mother’s Nutcracker - it is so much more fun.

With an exciting new approach to story and song, this musical promises to be a classic in the making.

“Nutcracker - The Mousical” is a re-imagining of the Nutcracker tales and Tchaikovsky’s music.

By combining years of rewrites with the book “Nuts to You - the Nutcracker Retold” by successful screenwriter Bobbi Boes and the

joint book & lyrics between Boes and children’s book author Beverly Stephenson the musical promises an exciting new form. Broadway veteran Don York and rising musical star Grande Coles have adapted the music.

The show will run from Nov. 4 to Nov. 12 at the Old Town Temecula Theater. Tickets are on sale now and are priced between $30 and $45, with opening night premiere tickets ranging from $70 to $90.

The Premiere tickets include a redcarpet photo walk and a very special “Land of Sweets” after-party.

The musical is set in the town of

Hamelin in the 1800s, where Clara, the goddaughter of inventor and Pied Piper Drosselmeir, must find a way to bring back the village children who have been transported to a magical land where the children are slowly turning into candy and giant the mice are about to invade the land. The production promises to be a “treat” for both children and adults alike as they follow Clara’s journey to save the children. Time is running out for both the children and the ticket buying public.

The cast is lead by Fisher Kaake as Drosselmeir (Bert in Mary Poppins, Pechanga Theater: Phil

Davis in White Christmas, La Mirada Theater); Alexandra McMahon as Clara (Fiona in Shrek, and Vivianne in Legally Blonde, Paloma Valley Theater; Michelle Cohen as Mother Stahlbaum (Mrs. Van Dyke, Welcome to Sleepy Hollow Oceanside Theater Company); Beth Langlois as the Mouse Queen(Miss Silverpeal, Mozart’s Impresario, Genesis Opera; The Mother in Amahl and the Night Visitors, Riverside Light Opera); Ryan Stetson as Franz; Omari Duane as Princess Pirlipat & Andrew Felkins as Reggie Rhatt.

Tickets can be purchased at Old

Town Temecula Theater, 42051 Main St Temecula CA 92590, phone, call 1-866-OLDTOWN, or online at https://tickets.temeculatheater.org/?search=mousical Show dates start with the premiere on Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. with a VIP reception at 1 p.m. The Nov. 5 show is at 2 p.m.; Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; and Nov. 12 at 2 p.m.

For more information about the musical, please go to http://www. bobbiboes.com/nutcrackerthemousical or contact bobbiboes@ gmail.com.

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HEALTH

McCarthy Heart Hat volunteers pave the way for accessibility at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times

Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times in Mountain Center is a cost-free, medically supervised residential camp experience for any Valley News/Courtesy photos child who has or has had cancer.

MOUNTAIN CENTER – McCarthy Building Companies Inc. poured their hearts into their work at the Mountain Center location of Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, a cost-free, medically supervised, residential camp experience available to any child who has or has had cancer, on or off treatment, from infancy through high school graduation. Being a community builder McCarthy sent volunteers from the McCarthy Heart Hats program to pour approximately 4,200 square feet of concrete over a four-day period, donating more than 256 hours of time, labor and subject matter expertise, to create five accessible pathways and ramps to easily navigate the camp, improving the experience of the more than 1,500 of campers who are served by the Mountain Center location each year.

Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains, the campsite provides opportunities for campers and their families to enjoy the beauty of a tranquil and majestic wooded hideaway only minutes away from comprehensive medical facilities and services. Due to the wooded location, the camp is surrounded by grassy areas in need of concrete pathways to the cabins to ensure that they are easily accessible to everyone, including individuals in wheelchairs or who have other challenges with mobility.

“This is a deeply personal project for me,” Justino “Tino” Franco, project assistant manager at McCarthy, who has been volunteering for Camp Good Times as a counselor and fundraiser since 2016, said. “When my little brother was diagnosed with leukemia 16 years ago, Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times brought me and my family in as campers and made sure we had all the support we needed throughout my brother’s treatment.

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dedication to all the families whose children are battling cancer got us through some of the toughest days of our lives. It means so much to be able to give back.”

McCarthy’s support marks a significant milestone in the ongoing journey of the camp. The new accessible walkways and ramps will provide all campers with a safer, more inclusive environment, allowing them to participate fully in everything the camp has to offer.

“McCarthy has paved the way for countless campers whose lives have been altered by cancer. The foundation of camp has been strengthened, for we are all delighted and genuinely grateful,” lifelong camp volunteer Mark Maxwell-Smith said. “With accessible pathways, everyone can have unlabored entry to their cabins and to enjoy the full camp experience which includes enhanced self-esteem, heightened independence and a summer full of joy, laughter, friendship and achievement.”

The concrete pour is part of McCarthy Heart Hats, their national community engagement program committed to making communities stronger. Since its inception in 2005, Heart Hats has donated more than $20 million and thousands of hours of volunteer time to organizations in need, including Habitat for Humanity, Boys & Girls Clubs all over Southern California, American Heart Association, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, March of Dimes and Big Brothers Big Sister of Orange County & Inland Empire.

“Being able to give back to the communities where we live and work is one of our greatest joys at McCarthy,” Jim Madrid, executive vice president at McCarthy, said. “In the case of Camp Good Times, it means even more knowing the organization has played such a pivotal role in the life of one of our partners and his family.”

New concrete paths around the facility Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times in Mountain Center will improve mobility for children and their families.

McCarthy Heart Hats program volunteers donated their time and skill over a four-day period to create accessible pathways and ramps at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times in Mountain Center.

McCarthy Building Companies Inc. is the oldest privately held national construction company in the country – with almost 160 years spent collaborating with partners to solve complex building challenges on behalf of its clients. With an unrelenting focus on safety and a comprehensive quality program that span all phases of every project, McCarthy utilizes industry-leading design phase and construction techniques combined with value-add technology to maximize outcomes.

Repeatedly honored as a Best Place to Work and Healthiest Employer, McCarthy is ranked the 19th largest domestic builder, according

to Engineering News-Record in May 2023. With approximately 6,300 salaried employees and craft professionals, the firm has offices in St. Louis, Atlanta; Collinsville, Illinois; Kansas City, Kansas; Omaha, Nebraska; Phoenix; Las Vegas; Denver; Dallas, Houston and San Diego, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento. McCarthy is 100% employee owned.

More information about the company is available online at http:// www.mccarthy.com or by following the company on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Riverside County residents test positive for active TB

Valley News/Courtesy photo Riverside County public health officials are contacting members of the public who interacted with an individual who has tested positive for active tuberculosis (TB).

The potential exposure period is between September 5 and October 16, 2023. The individual is being

treated and is expected to recover.

Among the individual’s affiliations is California Baptist University in Riverside. Riverside University Health System-Public Health (RUHS-PH) is working closely with university officials to identify and notify an estimated

150 people who may have had close contact with the individual.

The university has approximately 15,580 faculty, staff and students.

These individuals received an electronic notice from Public Health and the university, informing them of the exposure and next steps for testing.

The disease spreads through the air during prolonged, repeated and close contact with someone who is infected with active TB. Symptoms can include a persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss.

In most cases, people infected with TB have a latent infection that does not progress to active tuberculosis.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 8,300 TB cases were reported in the United States in 2022, which

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represents 2.5 cases per 100,000 persons.

It is currently unknown where the individual contracted the disease. A contact investigation is ongoing and Public Health is working with and monitoring others who reside or who have close contact with the infected person.

Students, staff and faculty who are not considered at risk were notified of the case and informed that TB testing is only recommended for individuals identified as potentially exposed.

“While the risk of infection is low, it is recommended that individuals who receive the exposure notification letter be tested,” said

Times, a fun-filled, medically supervised, cost-free, year-round 60-acre camp dedicated to children with cancer and their families, has been changing lives since 1982.

Camp offers a unique experience where patients become campers and hospital beds become cabin bunk beds. Camp focuses on the entire family, giving them the opportunity to pause, connect with others who are facing similar challenges, and renew a sense of hope. For more information, visit http://rmhcsc.org/ camp or follow them on socials @ CampRonaldMcDonald.

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Dr. Geoffrey Leung, public health officer for Riverside County.

“The testing is quick and can provide peace of mind for both individuals and their families,” Leung said. “Once the test is administered, the individual will need to come back in two days to have it read by a health care worker.”

If the skin test reads positive, the individual will need to get a chest X-ray and follow up with Public Health. Another option for detection is a TB blood test.

For more information about TB symptoms, testing and treatment: https://www.cdc.gov/tb/publications/factsheets/general/tb.htm

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Rose Care FUNdamentals for November 2023 Frank Brines, ARS Master Rosarian Special to Valley News The projected temperature for the first week of November 2023 is near the historical average of mid-70s.

If November temperatures turn hot again, chilli thrips may continue to be a problem. Continue to investigate for these pests and treat them if found. They attack new growth, buds and blooms.

Left untreated plants are stressed greatly, often shriveling the end buds or preventing bud formation.

The life cycle of chilli thrips is short and includes falling to ground and becoming a grub and reappearing when warm weather arrives. One application of a pesticide spray is not sufficient for control. Follow the prescribed frequency on the product directions. Treat with an insecticide that contains spinosad.

Fall brings warm days and cool nights; conditions that can ensure large colorful blossoms.

But those same conditions can also bring moisture and a daily accumulation of ash and small dust particles. The buildup creates an environment for fungal diseases such as powdery mildew. Early on, it shows up as slight purple splotches on the underside of leaves and white powdery spots on top and white powder on the neck of the rose blossom.

Another common fungal disease is black spot. It is marked by black spots with fuzzy edges that then turn yellow and brown. Often it doesn’t kill the plant outright, but, over time, the loss of leaves can weaken the plant, making it more susceptible to other stresses and to winter damage. It first develops on

upper leaf surfaces, later adjacent areas turn yellow and leaves drop prematurely, usually beginning at the bottom of the plant progressing upward.

Yet another disease that presents similar signs is anthracnose.

It produces dark spots that are smooth edged with centers that turn gray and drop out. Treatment is the same for all three diseases: fungicide. If you’re unsure which disease your roses are battling, just be sure the product is labeled for all three.

Roses benefit from a good rinsing to remove accumulated dust: Be sure to keep moisture off the blossoms to prevent yet another fungal disease, botrytis, which first appears as red blotches on blooms and can progress to blossom rot that usually prevents them from opening. Best treatment is to cut, bag and dispose of it immediately.

Cut early blooms If you completed the light midseason pruning in September/ October as suggested in an earlier article, you pruned out dead, crossing canes and thinned the middle of the plant. It will improve air circulation through the bush and reduce possible fungal diseases. That pruning and fertilizing encourages a new blooming cycle.

Feel free to cut some early blooms now and take them inside for bouquets. Remember to clean/sterilize pruners between moving from one bush to another to prevent transferring disease organisms.

Fall is a good time to check the pH of the soil. It should be slightly acidic, between 6.0 and 6.5. Any reading significantly below or above these levels will inhibit roses ability to use the nutrients you are giving them. Treating the

pH problem now will give ample time for adjustments before spring pruning.

Unless you plan to exhibit, I do not recommend fertilizing after mid-October, but if you really feel that you must, you may make a final application of fertilizer for the year before mid-November.

If you do this, use a fertilizer lower in nitrogen (N) and higher in phosphate (P) and potassium (K); that is, if your fertilizer has an N-P-K number on it, the first digit will be lower than the other two. If it lacks an N-P-K, read the ingredients and/or ask your professional nursery person for guidance.

To explain, nitrogen encourages foliage growth-something we want to discourage as the plants go into their winter dormancy; phosphate helps build root structure and resistance to stressful conditions, such as the cold temperatures at this time of year and potassium is a helper of phosphate and aids in bloom quality. If you use an organic fertilizer it will be readily available when the soil warms, adding to the nutrients needed for that Spring growth spurt. A liquid fertilizer as the last application will be readily available.

No winter pruning In the Temecula Valley, I do not recommend doing the winter pruning before February. It is possible to have roses for Christmas in Southern California so why make the season more hectic with another activity?

Remember to check your garden daily for any changes. Keep roses hydrated but not soggy for best results. The weather forecast for the next two weeks is generally around the low to mid 70s, but cooler temperatures can be misleading: Roses still need to be watered, but

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I try to adhere to a program of integrated pest management.

With the wide range of pests invading the region, as well as their increased resistance to long-used treatments, being completely organic is becoming harder and harder. Integrated pest management attempts to make the softest impact on the natural environment, relying on “natural” methods – rinsing, air circulation, beneficial insects, etc. – as well as on less toxic treatments to manage pests and diseases.

California seasons Some people think Southern California lacks distinct seasons, but we do have seasons. They are only discerned by those with a more sophisticated palette. So get out of the house and enjoy the subtle delights of the air, sun and the rich aroma of the magically misty fall. When you have a moment to spare, feel the need to get away or when the day cools down, take a favorite healthy beverage and a picnic basket and visit Rose Haven Heritage Garden, 30592 Jedediah Smith Road, in Tem-

ecula. The cross street is Cabrillo Avenue. The early morning and late afternoon sunlight across the pass is magical this time of year – it even makes the freeway seem a little bit romantic.

Oh, one last thing – something to do when it gets just a bit too nippy out there. Start perusing rose catalogs – printed and online – for that next “gotta have” rose variety.

The 2022 September/October America’s Rose Garden issue has a good section on some new or recent roses and is full of other rose information. Also, this time of year many nurseries and garden stores are liquidating their remaining inventory of potted roses, and you’re in luck because November is an ideal time to purchase and plant. Make a list of new roses and go shopping. If you plan to replace an old tired plant, prepare the area now for easier planting later. And assess your stock of fertilizers and be sure to order next month from the San Diego Rose Society.

For more ideas, visit http:// TemeculaValleyRoseSociety.org/ index.html.

EVMWD director elected to ACWA Region 9 Board for 2024-2025 term

Harvey Ryan. Valley News/Courtesy photo

LAKE ELSINORE – Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District announced the election of Director Harvey Ryan to the Association of California Water Agency’s Region 9 board for the 2024-2025 term. The appointment followed ACWA’s recent board officer and regional election results.

ACWA, the nation’s largest coalition of public water agencies, represents over 460 public agency members who collectively deliver 90% of California’s water to cities, farms and businesses.

ACWA is committed to support-

ing efficient water service through local agencies, sharing technical expertise, shaping water policy, advocating for legislation and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

Ryan joined Chair G. Patrick O’Dowd of Salton Sea Authority; Vice Chair Carol Lee GonzalesBrady of Rancho California Water District; James Morales Jr. of East Valley Water District and Paul Ortega of Desert Water District. on the ACWA Region 9 Board for 2024-2025.

Having been an active member

of ACWA Region 9 since 2012, most recently serving as the Region 9 chair for the 2022-2023 term and other leadership positions, Ryan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role.

He will participate in regional membership meetings, engage in program planning and regional activities, promote involvement in ACWA’s Outreach Program and serve as an alternate for the chair or vice chair if required.

“I’m deeply honored to join the ACWA Region 9 Board for 20242025,” Ryan said. “Working with

these dedicated water professionals is a privilege, and I’m excited to contribute to ACWA’s mission in solving California’s water industry issues and ensuring the efficient and sustainable delivery of water to our communities.”

EVMWD provides service to more than 159,000 water and wastewater customers in a 97-square-mile area in western Riverside County.

Submitted by Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District.

Southern California Edison to conduct inspections in Temecula neighborhoods

Animal Friends of the Valleys makes 140 pet adoptions during BISSELL Pet Foundation’s ‘Empty the Shelters’ event

TEMECULA – As part of Southern California Edison’s wildfire prevention and mitigation program, over the next few weeks, SCE will be conducting inspections in Temecula-area neighborhoods using drones and/ or helicopters.

Inspectors are using drones and helicopters to inspect equipment from difficult angles, and top-down angles for a 360-degree view. The focus of these operations is to keep communities safe by inspecting electrical equipment on poles and towers and to identify

WILDOMAR – Animal Friends of the Valleys announces 140 adoptions during its participation in BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Fall National “Empty the Shelters event. From Oct. 1-15, a total of 19,415 pets were adopted from 345 shelters in 42 states.

AFV participated Oct. 1-15, and offered $25 pet adoptions including dogs, cats, puppies and kittens.

Animal Friends of the Valleys partnered once again with the Bissell Pet Foundation. Adoptions increase with these national adoption events.

“Empty the Shelters” is BISSELL Pet Foundation’s largest initiative and continues to grow each year to provide critical relief to overcrowded shelters. Since the event’s inception in 2016, nearly 210,000 pets have found loving homes through this life saving event. The $25 pet adoptions are additional cost savings for the family, making the choice to adopt even more affordable.

“BISSELL Pet Foundation is thrilled to have helped thousands of pets find homes during a time when our nation’s shelters are struggling to keep up with pet intakes,” Cathy Bissell, founder of BISSELL Pet

Foundation, said. “Each adopter who brought home a pet during this event made a lifesaving difference.”

Animal Friends of the Valleys, 33751 Mission Trail Road, in Wildomar serves the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Menifee and surrounding rural county areas.

Last year alone, AFV opened its doors to over 8,600 dogs and cats.

“We are thrilled to report we are at the highest adoption rate in our 36-year history,” according to the nonprofit.

To additionally serve the local communities and shelter pets, AFV will be opening a new low cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinic adjacent to the shelter in late November.

The new clinic is vital for the surrounding area, Beth Soltysiak, director of development for AFV, said.

The clinic will double its spay/ neuter surgeries and vaccinations once opened and staffed. For more information and to help sponsor the new clinic, contact Beth@afv.org or 951-805-6239.

For more information on adopt-

ing or donating to Animal Friends of the Valleys, visit http://afv.org.

BISSELL Pet Foundation is a charitable nonprofit organization with a mission to help reduce the number of animals in shelters through pet adoption, spay/neuter programs, microchipping and crisis and disaster response. Founded in 2011 by Cathy Bissell, BPF is an extension of her long-standing love for animals and commitment to their welfare. BPF has since partnered with more than 5,800 shelters and rescues across the U.S. and Canada to help pets find loving homes.

Animal Friends of the Valleys is a nonprofit animal shelter that is dedicated to promoting humane care of animals through education and proactive animal service programs. AFV is committed to preventing the suffering of animals and to help ending pet overpopulation in the communities we serve. AFV is recognized as a leading shelter by providing a safe haven for small animals. AFV offers quality and affordable care while finding homes for adoptable pets in the shelter.

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The Lake Elsinore meeting Tuesday, City Council Feb. 8, began with the final quarter statistics report presented by Cal Chief Lonny Olson. Fire Division It concluded by honoring the Fire Firefighter memory of Cal II died Friday, Jan. Jake Flores, who 14.

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Murrieta partners with Newman Hospitality Group to provide music festival programming at Murrieta’s Town Square Park and Amphitheater MURRIETA — The City of Murrieta is pleased to announce the selection of Newman Hospitality Group for an exclusive license agreement for special event management services at Murrieta Town Square Park Amphitheater.

“City Council’s action on Tuesday (Oct. 17) represents the culmination of several years of discussion about activating the amphitheater space for gatherings to increase vitality and enhance community spirit in Murrieta. The future is bright for this space and our community,” expressed Murrieta Mayor Lisa DeForest.

“Murrieta’s amphitheater is a hub of engagement and community connection, and both the Council sub-committee and staff took the responsibility of creating this partnership very seriously.

We are incredibly excited about the opportunities that this venture offers Murrieta. We can’t wait to show off our amphitheater on a broader level,” shared Murrieta City Council sub-committee members Ron Holliday and Cindy Warren.

Newman Hospitality Group brings many years of successful large-scale event production in this region, including ownership of the Stampede in Temecula and the Canyon Cowboy in Canyon Lake

and production of the annual Old Town Music Festival in Temecula.

Looking ahead to 2024, Newman Hospitality Group is planning four events at the amphitheater, including: • April 20 – Jazz and Blues Festival • June 22-23 – Old Town Music Festival • August 17 – Large-scale country music concert • October 19 – Rocktoberfest Under the terms of the agreement, Newman Hospitality Group will be responsible for all costs associated with the events, with a five-percent share of net revenues going to the City of Murrieta.

“Newman Hospitality Group is looking forward to bringing quality entertainment to Town Square Park Amphitheater,” shared Brandie Newman, co-owner of the company.

The Town Square Park Amphitheater, located in Historic Downtown Murrieta, features tiered seating and is surrounded by a 4.2-acre grassy park that can hold 5,000 guests. The Murrieta Town Square Park Amphitheater officially opened to the community in June of 2021 and has welcomed thousands of visitors during its first two years open to the public. The amphitheater hosts many City-

Newman Hospitality Group is planning four events at the amphitheater for 2024.

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Temecula business woman Heidi Robertson, owner of Tristone Cinema Group, tells of her challenges and ultimately of her success Robert Saunders Special to the Valley News

Heidi Robertson is the CEO and owner of Tristone Cinemas which operates the Temeku multiplex theater in Temecula, and the Jurupa 14 multiplex in Jurupa Valley.

Robertson, is an accomplished finance professional who has held many senior positions as an executive manager for many business organizations in her tenure and she has decided to invest right here in her own community in the Temecula Valley where she lives.

“It has been a wild ride trying to get theaters off the ground, rehabbing them for the community and negotiating with the big studios for film product. We’re an independent outfit and trying to find our niche competing against large corporate theaters has its challenges.”

Robertson has a deep sense of obligation to contribute in the community and provide affordable entertainment, “is a great way of enhancing the quality of life here,” stated Heidi. She

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Valley News/Courtesy photo further states, “Overall, our value for theater entertainment is more affordable, we have discounts for military and seniors including a discount bargain day and with our events coming up once a month showing classics like Beetlejuice, costume contests, trivia, restaurant quality food and memorabilia nights you really get a feeling for the hometown flair than just a corporate welcome like other theaters – where else do you get the owner of a theater chain living in the same community watching the same movies with your own patrons?”

Having said that, Robertson

explains that dedication to the community also comes from her employees. She came across multiple challenges in getting the Temeku reopened for business. The financial loans were being rescheduled, shareholders wanted to sell back shares, cost overruns from our contractors were skyrocketing for the rebuild at an exponential rate and all the while Robertson desperately tried to keep her employees on payroll despite the shutting down of doors during the covid epidemic which really hurt theaters all over. These problems delayed the opening from November 2022 until finally opening in February 11, 2023.

Robertson states, “my employees are the best in the world.

When we had to install seats that weighed 150 pounds, they rose to the occasion and carried them all in to help in the rebuild – what a great crew!”

In addition, the Temeku app for purchasing tickets is cheaper than Fandango’s and you can even order your food online ahead of time to have it ready when a guest

shows up. Heidi explains that anyone can see a movie anywhere but coming to our theaters personifies the whole Temecula vibe for guests. “In fact, in just three visits a patron already gets a free movie ticket and other goodies later on—we have an excellent loyalty program.”

“This is my favorite all time theater,” says 16-year-old patron Mehagan Gerish from Temecula.

“I have been coming here since I was really little – even back then this theater had a cozy personality all its own different from all the rest. It wasn’t the fanciest back then but sure was fun – especially during the holidays!” Another patron Michael Gregory states, “the theater always had an odd beat of different films but the employees themselves seem to mimic the personality of the place – it was place that I could just forget about everything and just spend a couple of hours doing something affordable and fun at the same time – my son and I still come to this theater every Tuesday as a father and son tradition. Plus, I like supporting

the independents—the folks of our own community.”

Robertson explains all her experience in accounting methods, in financing projects, in negotiations and contracts, and having the ability to hire smart people for excellent marketing procedures in addition to having a vision to manifest the best customer experience for her patrons has been the greatest challenge of her life.

Robertson admits, “you try and account for anything that could possibly go wrong with dates, schedules, partners and financing but life always seems to throw you variables you never thought of. For example, whoever thought theaters would close from a pandemic? In addition, if you’re experiencing health problems from all the stress along with family concerns then you certainly have your work cut out for you.”

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Japan’s leading home builder, Sekisui House, introduces Shawood – Its first U.S. community development TEMECULA – Shawood, the flagship brand of Sekisui House – Japan’s premier and largest home builder – brings over 25 years of global success and innovation to the American market with its first production home community set to debut in Temecula this fall. There will be seven floor plans and 57 homesites available.

Shawood initially launched in the U.S. in Las Vegas with a full custom showcase home, Chowa House, in 2020 followed by a semicustom pilot of six semi-custom homes in Talon Ridge. Defining the future of homebuilding within the U.S., Shawood unites function, precision and technology to formulate one-of-a-kind personalized homes built to elevate and evolve with a family’s lifestyle.

At the core of Shawood’s groundbreaking homes is a commitment to resilience and protection, especially important in an industry that’s remained stagnant for nearly 50 years. Its proprietary framing construction system, along with its custom Bellburn ceramic tiles that are fade, scratch, heat, fire and earthquake resistant, were crafted through decades of research and development to ensure unparalleled safety and security for homeowners.

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Set to launch this fall, the Sommers Bend community in Temecula will become the first-ever site for 57 SHAWOOD personalized homes. Valley News/Courtesy photo while remaining timeless and resilient,” Erin Willis, chief insights and marketing officer for Sekisui House USA, said. “For decades, we have honed our craft to create homes that can endure external forces but also enrich the lives of those who reside within. Our vision embraces an end-to-end ecosystem that celebrates the longevity of the relationship the buyer is meant to have with their home.”

Shawood’s human-centered design approach epitomizes the perfect harmony between functionality and aesthetics. Developed from a proprietary framing system first introduced through Sekisui House in Japan. Shawood homes consist of a series of wooden posts and beams reinforced with metal joints that are pre-cut with laser precision and shipped to be constructed on site in the U.S., each with less than two pennies’ width of variation, ensuring each home is resilient to

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The Sommers Bend community is located in the heart of Temecula, offering residents endless access to the region’s preserved open space, eight miles of trails to explore on foot or wheels and wine-focused activities. Embracing wellness at the core of everyday living, Sommers Bend offers exclusive recreation space including a 21.3 acre sports complex and resort-style amenities for all ages to enjoy. Shawood

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Football pairings announced by CIF Southern Section offices

With their Week Ten win over Calvary Baptist, Cornerstone Christian advanced to the first round of the CIF Southern Section 8-Man playoffs.

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Liberty celebrates their league title win and will now prepare for the first round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs, which begins Friday, Nov. 3, for all local teams.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group JP Raineri Spor ts Editor LOS ALAMITOS – Pairings for the 2023 CIF Southern Section-Ford Championship Football Playoffs were announced at the CIF-SS headquarters Sunday, Oct. 29, matching 216 teams in 14 divisional brackets. This is the third year of competitive equity based individual school placement formulated by ratings from the CalPreps website.

Combine that with automatic qualifiers from league play and at-large teams that applied to get in based on their record and computer ranking, just as with any other season, some teams will be happy, some will not.

Weekly preliminary-round games leading to the divisional championship contests November 24-25 will get underway with firstround contests on Friday, Nov. 3, however, contests may start at another time if mutually agreed upon by both competing schools and approved by the CIF-SS office.

The Southern Section only went with eight teams in the highest division this year (Division One) with Centennial, out of the Big West Conference – Upper Division, being one of them. The CIF Southern Section Division One championship football game will be held at the historic Los Angeles Coliseum, marking the first time in 26 years that the Coliseum has played host

to a CIF‐SS championship event.

The game will be played Friday, Nov. 24with kickoff at 7 p.m. The game will be televised live on Bally Sports SoCal. The playing of this championship will coincide with the 100th anniversary of the LA Coliseum and marks the second year in a row the CIF‐SS Division 1 game will be contested at a stadium celebrating its history. Last year, the Rose Bowl Stadium hosted the game in its centennial year.

Championship games in Division 2-14 will be played at host team sites.

As for our more local teams, none received the No. 1-seed in their brackets, but Vista Murrieta did receive an at-large bid based on their

Tavious Truitt cuts up the middle during Great Oak’s win over Temecula Valley in Week Ten action. With the win the Wolfpack went undefeated in league to claim the Big West Conference – Lower Division title. Valley News/Time Stood Still Photography strength of schedule. And while the brackets contain nearly 20 local teams, two very head scratching first-round games for our area come in Division Five and Division Ten. In Division Five, Liberty (9-1) and

San Jacinto (6-4), both top teams from the Mountain Pass League, will meet for the second time in four weeks. Liberty beat San Jacinto 40see FOOTBALL, page C-2

Temecula Prep, Rancho Christian advance to CIF Southern Section girls’ volleyball finals

Rancho Christian defeated Culver City in an epic Five set match, winning 3-2 on their home court Saturday, Oct. 28.

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With their win over Culver City, Savannah Thomas leads Rancho Christian to the CIF SS Division Five finals.

Valley News/David Canales photo JP Raineri Spor ts Editor TEMECULA – The 2023 CIF Southern Section-Ford girls’ volleyball playoffs hit the semifinal round Saturday, Oct. 28, and four local teams found themselves looking to get to that one final match this weekend, with hopes of claiming a CIF Southern Section title. Here is how it all went down: DIVISION 5 Rancho Christian def. Culver City, 3-2

25-27, 22-25, 25-17, 25-22, 15-9 Rancho Christian (25-7) hosted Culver City in the Division 5 brackets, led by Savannah Thomas (5.5 kills per set) and Brighton Richards (5.7 digs per set on defense). After falling behind early in their first two sets, the Eagles took two sets and started the fifth and deciding set with a 6-0 run, using their momentum to finish the match, winning the fifth set 15-9.

A reverse sweep of the Centaurs see VOLLEYBALL, page C-4

Rancho Christian celebrates their come from behind 3-2 victory over Culver City.

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Prep Football: Week Ten scores from around the area

Liberty’s Eddie Smith (10) drags tackler Eric Bell (2) of Tahquitz into the endzone for a score in their Week Ten matchup. With the win, Liberty claimed their first-ever Mountain Pass League title.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group JP Raineri Spor ts Editor The final week of the regular season is in the books, and with the release of the CIF Southern w w w . m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

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Section playoff brackets, it almost seems that the energy behind the Week Ten games has all but faded away. There were some big games that went down, especially those that led to some league titles, so the Valley News Sports Department wants to say congratulations to the area champions, which include: Great Oak (5-0); Big West Conference – Lower Division Orange Vista (5-0); Ivy League Hemet (4-0); Inland Valley League Liberty (5-0); Mountain Pass League Paloma Valley (3-0); Sunbelt League California Lutheran (3-1); Majestic League (8-man) This week’s edition also has the brackets for the playoffs, so look for a preview of what is to come in the following pages of the paper. For now, here are the scores for the area football teams that played Week Ten games from October 26-28.

THURSDAY 10/26 Big West Conference – Upper Division Centennial - 55, Norco - 0 Murrieta Valley - 35, Vista Murrieta - 21 Chaparral - 59, Roosevelt - 57 Big West Conference – Lower Division Santiago - 55, Corona - 6 Murrieta Mesa - 31, King - 14 Great Oak - 49, Temecula Valley - 21 Ivy League North - 34, Heritage - 7

Great Oak’s Cole Vasquez runs through a small window versus Temecula Valley, setting up the next Touchdown for the Wolfpack, who won the Big West Conference – Lower Division title.

Valley News/Rob Davis Photography Mountain Pass League San Jacinto - 64, Perris - 12 Cottonwood League Bermuda Dunes Desert Christian - 36, Anza Hamilton - 14 FRIDAY 10/27 Cottonwood League Santa Rosa Academy - 56, Vasquez - 8 Inland Valley league Hemet - 38, Valley View - 13 Rancho Christian - 20, Moreno Valley - 12 Ivy League Orange Vista - 35, Rancho Verde - 27 Elsinore - 35, Temescal Canyon -0 Majestic League (8-man) Cal Lutheran - 42, Hillcrest Christian - 14 Manzanita League Webb - 68, St. Jeanne de Lestonnac - 6 Temecula Prep - 13, California Military Institute - 6 Silver Valley - 53, Nuview Bridge - 6 Mesquite League Linfield Christian def. Riverside Prep — Forfeit Mountain Pass League West Valley - 56, Citrus Hill - 6 Liberty - 37, Tahquitz - 34 Sunbelt League Paloma Valley - 46, Lakeside - 14 SATURDAY 10/28 Majestic League (8-man)

CIF Southern Section headquarters Saturday, Oct. 28. The water polo playoffs will feature 163 teams in seven divisions with ten teams hailing from inside the Valley News coverage area. First

CIF SOUTHERN SECTION B O Y S WA T E R P O L O PLAYOFFS (Matches scheduled for 5 p.m.

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DIVISION ONE No local teams DIVISION TWO Round one Chaparral at Crean Lutheran DIVISION THREE Round one Glendora at Elsinore El Toro at Murrieta Valley DIVISION FOUR Round one Temescal Canyon at Temecula Valley Great Oak at Hemet DIVISION FIVE Round one Ocean View at Paloma Valley Palm Springs at Liberty Lakeside at Segerstrom La Quinta at Tahquitz DIVISION SIX Round one West Valley at Cerritos JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia. com.

teams that qualified for the playoffs.

CIF SOUTHERN SECTION 11MAN FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS (Games scheduled for 7 p.m.

Dates, sites and time are subject to change).

DIVISION 1 No local teams DIVISION 2 Damien at Murrieta Valley Chaparral at Oaks Christian Vista Murrieta vs. Long Beach Poly at Veterans Stadium DIVISION 3 No local teams DIVISION 4 Great Oak at La Serna DIVISION 5 San Jacinto at Liberty Eisenhower at Orange Vista DIVISION 6 Simi Valley at Rancho Verde

Laguna Hills at Murrieta Mesa DIVISION 7 No local teams DIVISION 8 Tahquitz at St. Anthony DIVISION 9 No local teams DIVISION 10 Rancho Christian at Hemet Brea Olinda at Elsinore Paloma Valley at West Covina DIVISION 11 Hillcrest at Linfield Christian DIVISION 12 No local teams DIVISION 13 No local teams DIVISION 14 Temecula Prep at Artesia Rancho Alamitos at Santa Rosa Academy CIF SOUTHERN SECTION

8-PERSON FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS (Games scheduled for 7 p.m.

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round matches were scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday of this past week, depending on the division. The seven divisional championships will be determined on Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Mt. San Antonio College Aquatics Complex in Walnut This year there were no top seeded area teams in their respective divisions when the CIF Southern Section released its boys’ water polo playoff pairings, and there were no area teams that were chosen for the Open Division (eight teams) as well.

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CJ Moran (7) and the Murrieta Mesa defense held strong in their Week Ten performance against King as the Rams placed second in the Big West Conference – Lower Division with their win.

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37 in Week Eight, which helped the Bison secure the school’s first-ever league title. In Division 10, another rematch between Hemet (7-3) and Rancho Christian (7-3) will take place. Hemet won the Inland Valley League title this year after opening their league run with a 23-16 victory over the Eagles.

The Southern Section also released the two brackets for the 8-man football playoffs with Cornerstone Christian and Cal Lutheran being included in the Division Two playoffs. The local teams mentioned below will be moving on to the post season where they will begin their quest to a CIFSS title starting this week.

Here is the schedule for the area

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Free kick heard round’ the world, Puma victory stuns Roosevelt out of automatic playoff bid

Chaparral field goal kicker, Ezra Johnson, seen here earlier this season, lifted the Pumas past Roosevelt in their final game of the regular season with a free-kick that helped get an automatic bid to the playoffs.

Valley News/David Canales photo JP Raineri Spor ts Editor TEMECULA – Did anyone else look up the free-kick rule after seeing the Chaparral Pumas beat Roosevelt with almost no time left on the clock in their final game of the regular season? You know we had to!

A well-played call by Coach Andrew Ramer from Chaparral not only catapulted the Pumas into instant viral sensations, but also gave them a last second victory in what was already a game for the ages. Both teams combined for over 1,100 yards of offense and 116 points on the scoreboard, so a dramatic win was just the icing on the cake.

Never mind the first 46 minutes of the game, which showcased each team’s resilience. Yes, Chaparral quarterback Dash Beierly did his best to ensure Roosevelt QB Bryan Wilson wasn’t the topic of the night. Beierly completed 20 of 26 passes for 274 yards and five touchdowns and rushed for 157 yards and two touchdowns with Blake Lowe being his target of choice. Lowe caught five passes for 117 yards and three touchdowns. Chaparral running back Jayce Venable was not to be outdone either as he scampered for 115 yards on the night.

Wilson, though, was absolutely in the conversation of the night as he accounted for 435 of the Mustangs’ 498 yards. The Roosevelt QB completed 15 of 26 passes for 349 yards and six touchdowns to go with 86 yards and two of his own TDs. Bryndon Henderson was Wilson’s go-to guy after hauling in seven passes for 142 yards and three touchdowns.

Eight scores, whether from his arm or his legs, should have been enough for the win, and it almost was.

Fast forward to late in the fourth quarter. Chaparral failed to convert on a fourth-down and Wilson ran his team down the field where he connected with Henderson for a 29-yard touchdown with just under two minutes remaining. Instead of tying the game, Wilson then found Mitchell Rodenbaugh for the two-point conversion to give the Mustangs a come-from-behind victory, or so they thought.

With the Pumas on the move, a Beierly pass would get intercepted and returned to the 19-yard line with a minute to play. Roosevelt would try to run out the clock, but with two timeouts left, and then a delay-of-game penalty,

Roosevelt’s world started to crumble as they were backed up to their own end zone on fourth down. The Mustangs’ punt would not get much flight, and maybe went 20 yards, or so. Chaparral’s Devon Clark signaled for a fair catch, which set up Ezra Johnson for the game-winning free kick.

The Pumas were already going to try for the field goal, but it was then, according to Ramer himself, who explained the play on the Coach JB podcast show the very next morning, that his assistant coach, Dennis Gregovich, reminded them of the free-kick rule. A rule that rarely gets used, but one that had blown up on social media the week before, via MaxPreps. The officiating crew was notified of Chaparral’s intent, and all Roosevelt could do was hope for a miss.

In so many words, the rule states that the Pumas would get a free kick from the line of scrimmage, on a tee, with no resistance from the opposition after a fair catch is signaled. If the ball is kicked through the uprights, it counts as three points. Ramer told his team the plan but, “We couldn’t find the tee anywhere on our sideline for about 30 seconds,” Ramer told the media. “Once we found it, I told our kicker to put the ball on the tee and boom it through.”

Ezra Johnson found the tee, set it at the 25, and put the ball through the uprights. Because it was an untimed down, no time ran off the clock. So, Roosevelt’s final attempt at a miracle consisted of multiple laterals on the ensuing kickoff, but it went nowhere, helping the Pumas secure a playoff spot for the second straight season.

Chaparral moved to 7-3 overall after finishing the season on a three-game winning streak, including a stunning win over Murrieta Valley.

Roosevelt fell to 6-4 overall and 2-3 in league play and will have needed to apply for an AtLarge bid to get into the playoffs, which was not approved. Murrieta Valley (7-3, 3-2) was the other second place team after finishing their season on the road against Vista Murrieta with a 35-21 win.

The Broncos also had to apply for an At-Large bid with their 2-3 record, going 6-4 overall in Coley Candaele’s first year back. That bid was approved.

CIF Southern Section postseason football brackets were posted Sunday, Oct. 29, and the Pumas drew Oaks Christian in the Division Two playoffs.

Chaparral QB Dash Beierly (3) found himself all over the field, passing for 274 yards and three TDs, while also rushing for 157 yards and scoring twice against Roosevelt Thursday, Oct. 26.

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Chaparral’s Dash Beierly (3) scores on a five-yard touchdown run against Roosevelt in Big West Conference, Upper Division action Thursday, Oct. 26.

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Chaparral’s Noah Charfarous rushes down field against Roosevelt Thursday, Oct. 26.

Oaks Christian are the No. 1 seed out of the Marmonte League.

Chaparral, Murrieta Valley, and Vista Murrieta find themselves on a collision course at some point in the Division Two brackets if things play out right. Visit www.cifss.org for more information.

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Maddie Sammon leads four locals who advance to CIF-SS Girls Golf Championship Derr yl Trujillo Spor ts Writer VICTORVILLE – Survive and advance was the goal for every player who teed off in the CIFSouthern Section Central Region Girls’ Golf Individual Qualifier Monday, Oct. 23, at Victorville’s Bear Valley Country Club.

Southwestern League individual champion Maddie Sammon shot 73 (+1) with two bogeys and a birdie to finish tied for third and lead four local golfers who punched tickets to the CIF-SS/SCGA Individual Championship to be held Thursday, Nov. 2, at Morongo Golf Club at Tukwet Canyon’s Champions Course, home of the EPSON Tour’s IOA Championship.

Liberty freshman Zihong Sun joined Sammon by shooting 75 (+3) and finished tied for eighth after a round which included four bogeys, a double bogey and three birdies.

Another freshman who advanced from the local area was Vista Murrieta’s Breanna Noble who finished in a tie for 17th after shooting a round of 77 (+5) which included five bogeys, a double bogey and two birdies.

After a round of 79 (+7) which included six bogeys, a double bogey and one lone birdie, Vista Murrieta senior Lauren Sammon advanced by the slimmest of margins (a scorecard tiebreaker) after tying for 22nd in regulation play. Sammon reached the state finals last year after shooting a course record 65 in Southwestern League championship action at

Vista Murrieta’s Lauren Sammon advanced to the CIF-SS/SCGA Individual Championship via scorecard tiebreaker after shooting a 79 in regulation at Bear Valley Country Club in Victorville.

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2023 Southwestern League champion Maddie Sammon led a group of four Valley golfers who advanced to the CIF-SS/SCGA Individual Championship at Beaumont’s Morongo Golf Club at Tukwet Canyon’s Champions Course to be held Thursday, Nov. 2.

Valley News/Andrez Imaging Hemet Golf Club.

Tw o p l a y e r s f r o m 2 0 2 3 Southwestern League team champion Great Oak missed the scorecard tiebreaker by a shot in freshman Skylar Earle and junior Jessica Li. Earle had one lone birdie and at one point made five straight bogeys in the middle of her first nine while Li recorded six bogeys, two double bogeys and a pair of birdies in her round of 80 (+8). Brooke Carpenter, who had a share of the early lead

at one under par, finished with a round of 84 (+12).

Great Oak, as Southwestern League team champion, will play in the CIF-SS Division Three team championship at Riverside’s Jurupa Hills Country Club on Monday, Oct. 30. Since that match took place prior to this article going to print, details will be on our website.

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Breanna Noble of Vista Murrieta shot a 77 and advanced to the CIF-SS/ SCGA Individual Championship to be held Thursday, Nov. 2 at Morongo Golf Club at Tukwet Canyon’s Champions Course.

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Linfield Christian duo claim Ambassador league girls’ tennis title JP Raineri Spor ts Editor RIVERSIDE – The Ambassador League girls’ tennis finals took place at Riverside Poly High School and the doubles bracket went the way of Linfield Christian.

After receiving a first-round bye, Maisy Randolph and Anja Mendyk ran through their opponents on their way to the finals.

Wi t h a 6 - 1 , 6 - 0 t w o s e t victory over Western Christian’s Mackenzie/Loren team, Randolph and Mendyk are the 2023

Ambassador League girls’ tennis doubles champions. The duo will compete next at the CIF Southern Section individuals the Monday of the week of Thanksgiving.

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Linfield Christian’s Maisy Randolph and Anja Mendyk won the Ambassador League girls’ tennis doubles team title Wednesday, Oct. 25.

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Temecula Prep’s Abby Pekrul (3) led the teams in kills over Liberty High School in their semifinal matchup Saturday, Oct. 28.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group VOLLEYBALL from page C-1 helped Rancho Christian advance to a section final for the first time since 2018, when the program was the runner-up in Division Eight.

The Eagles will be the away team when they face Temple City, the No. 3 team out of the Rio Hondo League. Rancho Christian posted on social media that they will play at Cerritos College Saturday, Nov. 4, with a match time is set for 6 p.m. That may hold true, but full schedules had not been posted on

the CIF-SS website at the time of this article going to print.

DIVISION 6 Glendale def. Linfield, 3-0 26-24, 25-23, 25-19 Linfield Christian, the No. 3 seed in the Division Six bracket traveled to No. 2 Glendale and were looking to advance to the section finals for the fifth time in program history but fell in threestraight sets. The Lions were led this year by Anna Roth (229 kills) and Brooklyn Pierce (179 digs).

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Sidney Gray bumps the volleyball in Temecula Prep’s semifinal playoff victory over Liberty High School Saturday, Oct. 28.

Valley News/Action Captures Media Group Temecula Prep def. Liberty, 3-1 25-19, 25-12, 24-26, 25-13 With their win, Temecula Prep (26-5), the division’s top seeded team led by outside hitter Abby Pekrul, will also advance to the CIF Southern Section finals in Division Eight for the first time in program history. Temecula Prep defeated their neighbors to the East, Liberty High School, 3-1 in order to advance. Temecula Prep had won three straight playoff matches without dropping a set before running into Liberty, who

played great volleyball all season long. Pekrul had twenty kills and six aces to lead the Patriots while Sidney Gray added ten kills and a handful of blocks. Jane Bacani had five aces for the Patriots who will play their final match at unseeded Geffen Academy on either Friday, Nov. 3, or Saturday, Nov. 4. The date and time were still to be determined at the time of this article going to print.

The tournaments are to conclude with the championships being played at Cerritos College as

well as designated home team sites. Determination of sites was to be determined after the semi-final round was completed Saturday, Oct. 28. CIF STATE REGIONALS: November 7 - 14, CIF STATE FINALS: November 17 – 18. *All schedules/scores supplied

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Teens Teaching Tech: Writer encounters a fabulous find at a favorite place

Sophie Hsieh, center, of Temecula queries Kaden Han, left, a senior at Chaparral High School, and Carlos Ramirez, a Vista Murrieta High School junior, about the challenges she has encountered creating a YouTube show to showcase her cooking skills.

Tim O’Leary Special to Valley News I recently encountered a fabulous find at a favorite place.

Thus, I discovered “a match made in heaven” at a haven that provides peace, hospitality and beauty.

It was, in fact, more than one match made in heaven.

One of those matches spans the digital divide – a chasm that separates the tech savvy from the tech tangled. I count myself among the latter, a late adapter to the computer, the cloud and the ever-expanding universe of handheld devices.

Another pairing bridges the generation gap – disparate ages separated by years, history, values and life experiences.

The third mating creates a connection between the community and an incredible building that serves it and belongs to it.

It doesn’t take much for me to veer into one of my favorite places on Earth, the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library.

The view is spectacular, the art is incredible and Ron Roberts – a five-time mayor of Temecula who almost single-handedly won the state funds needed to build that amazing facility – was a dear friend.

Roberts was a legendary public servant who died a tragic death in February 2019 after a fall left him with severe head injuries. To me, that library is akin to holy ground.

Two items that I purchased and subsequently donated to the city – a poster and a painting – still anchor wall space there.

This visit to the library came as a result of an invite from Kaden Han, a senior at Chaparral High School and the president of the

Heart of Temecula Leo Club.

Leo Clubs are an offshoot of Lions Club International, a service organization that was founded in 1917 in Chicago and has since grown to more than 1.3 million members in about 200 countries and territories.

Leos are the club’s youth affiliates. There are more than 7,600 Leo Clubs and about 180,000 members who oversee approximately 40,000 projects.

The Heart of Temecula Leo Club sponsors Teens Teaching Tech, an effort launched in 2016 by Maddie Lascola, who at the time attended Linfield Christian School in Temecula. Maddie Lascola recently graduated from the University of California San Diego with a degree in data science. Her mother, Beth Lascola, is still active with the tech teen program.

The program provides free individualized tutoring on computers, cell phones, laptops, iPads, websites, video software, tablets and other technical things.

I dropped in on the Tuesday, Oct. 17 session, when 18 high school students clustered around eight adult “clients” – who ranged from their 40s to their 90s and brought a range of concerns, questions and quandaries.

The teens were expert in their advice and exceedingly patient with technoidiots like me who have barely mastered email and are still struggling to graduate from flip phones to smart devices.

“It’s really fun,” Beth Lascola said as she described the enjoyment that the teens derive from teaching.

“They’re very patient. They’re kind. They get a lot of satisfaction out of it. I’ve never seen a single eye-roll here.”

The program asks prospective

clients to register by calling 951331-8861. Future sessions are scheduled Nov. 21, Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 19, April 16 and May 21 from 4-6 p.m. each night.

The adults seem eager to learn and thankful for the help they receive.

Sharon Mack, a 67-yearold Temecula resident, got the technical help she needed to start organizing a nonprofit group she’s launching. She vowed to return when she starts offering services to needy women.

“You guys were amazing,” Mack told her teen tutors as she gathered her belongings and headed for the door. “I really feel confident now.”

Oscar Murdock, 91, has repeatedly sought help from the students since the program began.

“They show me a lot,” he said. “I have no one at home to teach me.”

Lisa Boonstra, a 73-yearold Fallbrook resident, was appreciative of the advice she received on how to handle her misbehaving iPhone.

“I had to have three young men help me with it,” she said. “They really worked it all out.”

The Temecula Unified School District said its students must provide 40 hours or more of community service to at least one nonprofit group in order to graduate. Most of the Leos exceed that obligation many times over.

Jonathan Tafoya estimates that he’ll accrue more than 400 hours by the time he graduates from Great Oak High School. A junior, Tafoya is the president of the technology program and he’s involved in a wide range of other school and community activities.

He said it is emotionally rewarding to share his technical

Sharon Mack, right, chats with Landon Wilken, a Great Oak High School senior, left, and Luke Oberemok, a Temecula Preparatory School junior, about her tech challenges.

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Oscar Murdock, 91, left, confers with Yagnasri Chilukuri. a Chaparral High School senior, over a vexing technology issue. skills with others.

“It’s a great program,” Tafoya said. “We do seemingly small things that have a very big impact.

I’m so proud to be part of it.”

Beth Lascola said the city and its librarians love the program

and the free services it provides to the community. In turn, the amazing city of Temecula offers the group free use of its library meeting room.

“It’s a match made in heaven,” she said.

San Jacinto Elementary students visit San Jacinto High School for a ‘world’ tour S A N J A C I N TO - S e c o n d grade students from San Jacinto Elementary visited San Jacinto High School’s Culinary Arts classroom and Cafe on Oct. 24 and 25 to taste foods from around the world as part of their IB Unit, “Who We Are.” In the weeks leading up to the event, culinary students worked in teams to select a Disney movie and the country it represented, create informational posters and to choose a food item to prepare. The challenge to create a dish entirely from scratch provided an engaging and educational exercise to explore different cultures through a “Disney lens.” The final moments before the young taste-testers arrived was reminiscent of a TV cooking show with a scramble throughout the state-of-the-art kitchen to “plate” and finalize their tasty samplings.

The second graders each received a “passport” that was stamped at each station to commemorate the countries they visited and the foods they tasted! A brief stop at the ROTC classroom to practice a few drills with the Air Force Junior ROTC cadets and a walk through the SJHS library completed the SJE tour.

The partnership between SJE and SJHS resulted in an interactive learning experience for the younger and older students.

Submitted by San Jacinto Unified School District.

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RCTC Clinton Keith Road extension bridge now open from Murrieta fees. To learn more about the history of the Clinton Keith Road extension project, visit rcprojects. org/clintonkeith.

Showing the tremendous efforts

by RCTC, Caltrans and the city of Temecula, Murrieta, Wildomar and Menifee with the help of Western Riverside County of Governments (WRCOG) and federal and state highway funds are several other projects easily seen by motorists on Interstates 215 and 10 as they still maneuver through the heavy traffic in the area.

Those scenes readily seen are the City of Temecula’s $138 million French Valley Parkway Phase 2 along the I-215 from I-15, Menifee’s $35 million long awaited Holland Street Overpass over I-215 along with improvements on Bundy Canyon Road from Murrieta, through Wildomar into Lake Elsinore.

Today as motorists pass through the two freeways they can see the support pillars rising from the Menifee Holland Street project just west of new multi-family apartments being constructed on Antelope Road and some of the high 5 to 35-foot slope protection barriers being built for the French Valley Parkway. All the while the widening and roadway and signal improvements are happening on Bundy Canyon.

All those projects hopefully will be completed by the end of 2025 according to engineers. In the meantime all the city and state highway officials still caution motorists to drive safely, follow directions signs and slow down as the projects continue under construction.

Other area highway projects include: Murrieta/Wildomar Caltrans is alerting the public that construction will be taking place in Riverside County.

Contractors will perform night work near Murrieta and Wildomar.

From Murrieta Hot Springs Road to Bundy Canyon Road.

Daytime work will continue Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoulder closures will be

Tony Ault Staf f Writer The Riverside Transportation Department with the cooperation of several cities and local agencies, who initiated the six-lane Clinton Keith Road extension from the 215 freeway to Highway 79 in French Valley and Murrieta is finally nearing completion.

The $88 million project, which began in 2001, was to be constructed in four phases as funding became available and now, the final phase of Clinton Keith Road is almost complete.

To c e l e b r a t e , 3 r d D i s t .

Supervisor Chuck Washington, the Riverside County Transportation Department and local dignitaries held a ceremonial ribbon cutting on the newly constructed French Valley Creek bridge between Leon and Benton roads.

“Riverside County is the fastest growing county in the state, and much of that growth has occurred right here in the Third District,” Washington said. “This project will provide improved access to French Valley, Lake Skinner, and Wine Country for residents and visitors alike.”

The final phase of the extension project will extend Clinton Keith Road from Leon Road to Highway 79 and will connect with the existing intersection of Highway 79 and Benton Road as the fourth leg of the intersection when it officially opens to traffic

by December 2023. portion was completed in 2018.

Before the extension of Clinton Keith Road, the only two eastwest roads between the 215 freeway and Highway 79 were Los Alamos Road, a two-lane rural winding road, and Scott Road which was heavily congested.

Funding for the project came from a variety of sources including the Riverside County Transportation Commission (Measure A), the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF), Community Facilities District, and developer

taking place. Daytime work will not impact commuter access. I-15 North and South from Murrieta Hot Springs to Bundy Canyon Road. Work performed will include upgrading facilities to Americans with Disabilities Act standards.

Work performed will include curb and gutter. Various lane and ramp closures may take place.

Hemet/ San Jacinto Caltrans continues work on a $51.6 million corridor improvement project on State Route 74 (SR-74), in Hemet.

This project will repave and rehabilitate 49 lane miles, install Traffic Management Systems, upgrade curb ramps, sidewalks and driveways to the Americans with Disabilities Act standards, enhance bike lane signage and striping, and upgrade 29 bus pads within the project parameters.

Weather permitting. Work zone is in and near Hemet on SR-74 from Winchester Road to Fairview Avenue for the project length of 11.2 miles.

Caltrans work is also continuing on a $17.9 million bridge retrofit and upgrade project on State SR74 near Lake Elsinore at Morrill Canyon and outside of Hemet at Strawberry Creek in Riverside County. Crews are working to preserve two historical bridges at the Strawberry Creek Bridge (near Mountain Center) and the Morrill Canyon Bridge (near Tenaja Truck Trail). Improvements will include retrofit and upgrades with slab overlay and new guardrail systems on the existing bridges, bringing lane and shoulder widths up to current standards. Strawberry Creek Bridge is currently an active construction zone. The construction schedule subject to materials availability and weather conditions.

Lake Elsinore Caltrans is working on SR-74 in Riverside County from the Riverside and Orange County border to Monte Vista Street just west of Lake Elsinore. Crews are performing duff work in various locations throughout the project zone. Weekday Operations one-

Third District Supervisor Chuck Washington and Second District Supervisor Karen Spiegel along with other dignitaries participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Clinton Keith Road extension bridge. Valley News/Courtesy photo way reverse traffic control with piloting vehicles will be in place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m from Monday through Friday. Motorists will experience long waits and delays due to construction operations.

Caltrans says please wait for the designated escort through the construction zone. Please obey all posted signs and traffic instructions, including the escort, as CHP will be on location and citing any offenders.

Drivers will be escorted in and out of the construction zones.

Drivers should plan ahead for delays. It is an active construction zone! The contractor may be changing work locations, which will affect the direction of travel for drivers within the construction zone. For up-to-date information and to sign up for commuter alerts, please go to the website at https://sr-74-ortega-highwaywidening.constantcontactsites. com. Law enforcement will be on scene to assist with traffic control.

Remember to reduce your speed in and surrounding the work zone.

Be advised, weather may affect construction schedule.

Anza/Aguanga Caltrans crews are working on the $5.2 million slurry seal and rumble strips maintenance project

on State Route 371 from Aguanga through Anza in Riverside County.

This project involves dig outs, slurry seal operations, striping, and installation of safety rumble strips on the inside and outside of the lanes in both directions.

Weather permitting. Crews will be performing slurry seal operations on SR-371 from the junction of State Route 79 and SR 371 to the junction of SR-74 and SR-371.

Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Traffic control: One-way traffic control will be in effect for slurry seal operations.

Moreno Valley The $2.7 million Caltrans bridge upgrade on State Route 60 in Moreno Valley removes and replaces the damaged girders on the westbound Theodore Street Overcrossing. The Theodore Street Bridge remains closed as crews continue work to repair and replace the girders on the overpass.

No freeway lane closures are scheduled at this time. All work will remain on the overpass. To sign up for updates see: Theodore Bridge. The project is expected to be complete by early winter 2023.

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

Supervisors Spiegel, Washington announce Riverside County’s participation in Operation Green Light for Veterans with special ceremony Nov. 7

Operation Green Light for Veterans lights up the Riverside County Administration Center Building in 2022.

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Riverside County is honored to stand alongside the nation’s 3,069 counties, parishes and boroughs in Operation Green Light. The county Administration Building will remain lit in green from Nov. 7-12, culminating in the commemoration of Veterans Day Saturday, Nov. 11.

“Our commitment to our veterans is unwavering. This gesture, simple but significant, is our way of saying thank you for their immense sacrifices,”

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“We are proud to light up our administration building in green as a symbol of our ongoing support and recognition of their service.”

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SACRAMENTO – Sen. Kelly Seyarto, R-Murrieta, announced that Senate Bill 19, establishing the California Fentanyl Task Force, has been signed into law.

The task force will mobilize state and local resources to identify and evaluate which strategies will give communities the best results in combating the multi-faceted fentanyl crisis. It will consider all angles of the issue, such as educating the public, treatment options, preventative measures and improving public safety.

Membership will consist of various groups of professionals, including health care workers, law enforcement, public health agencies and others, bringing

needed stakeholders to the table to take comprehensive action.

“Bringing together groups of professionals that are on the front lines of the fentanyl epidemic will be invaluable in the fight against it,” Seyarto said. “Assembling this task force will help identify the tools we may need to keep our communities safe and hold those involved in the manufacturing and distribution of this illicit substance accountable. If we can succeed in getting the resources necessary to respond, we can bring this epidemic under control.”

In 2020 alone, California experienced nearly 4,000 deaths related to fentanyl overdose, and in 2021, fentanyl overdose became

recognized as the leading cause of death of Americans aged 18 to 45.

Previous attempts by the legislature to address various parts of the fentanyl crisis have not resulted in any concrete solutions.

Last year, as an Assemblymember, Seyarto introduced a similar bill to SB 19, which died in committee.

Bringing it back this session was critical so California does not lose another year of action in the battle against this threat to our communities.

SB 19 passed through the legislature with bipartisan support and no opposition.

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House, Senate set for showdown over Ukraine, Israel funding Jackson Richman and Joseph Lord Epoch Times

As the war between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas intensifies, with the Jewish state initiating a ground operation into Hamascontrolled Gaza over the weekend, Congress is divided over whether to intertwine or separate aid to Israel and Ukraine, which is under attack

by Russia.

The Biden administration has requested $14.3 billion in additional assistance to Israel and $61.4 billion in supplemental aid to Ukraine. This is part of a supplemental request totaling $105 billion that also includes $850 million in funding for border security and $2 billion for the IndoPacific.

For Ukraine assistance, the administration has requested $44.4 billion in overall military aid. For Israel, the White House has asked for $10.6 billion in air and missile and other defense assistance. The administration is also seeking $9.15 billion in humanitarian assistance for Gaza, Israel, and Ukraine.

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said he wants to pair Israel funding with Ukraine assistance.

“I view it as all interconnected,” he told CBS News last week.

In an Oct. 30 speech, Mr. McConnell said that sending assistance to both Ukraine and Israel is about more than the individual conflicts.

“This is a moment for swift and decisive action to prevent further loss of life and to impose real consequences on the tyrants who have terrorized the people of Ukraine and of Israel. And right now, the Senate has a chance to produce supplemental assistance that will help us do exactly that,” he said.

“Enemies abroad will be watching closely and waiting for America to falter. Only our concrete and credible support can deter our adversaries in the future and restore security.”

Mr. McConnell said supporting Israel and supporting Ukraine aren’t mutually exclusive.

“Some say our support for Ukraine comes at the expense of more important priorities. But as I say every time I’ve got the chance, this is a false choice,” he said.

“If Russia prevails, there’s no question that Putin’s appetite for empire will actually extend into NATO, raising the threat to the U.S. trans-Atlantic alliance and the risk of war for us.”

Up to this point, Congress has passed five supplemental assistance packages for Ukraine worth about $114 billion in total. That funding includes humanitarian assistance, gifts of military equipment, and funding for the salaries of Ukrainian government officials.

Of that, most of the authorized supplemental aid packages have gone to the Department of Defense, which oversees the military aspect of Ukraine assistance. Another large portion, about a third, has gone to the U.S. Agency for International Development, which oversees the humanitarian angle of the funding.

However, newly elected House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who took up the role last week, said he wants U.S. assistance to Jerusalem and Kyiv kept separate.

“I told the staff at the White House today that our consensus among House Republicans is we need to bifurcate those issues,” he told Fox News last week.

Mr. Johnson, who, except for the first package, has voted against Ukraine aid, said the United States needs to support Ukraine, which Russia invaded in February 2022.

“We can’t allow Vladimir Putin to prevail in Ukraine, because I don’t believe it would stop there, and it would probably encourage and empower China to perhaps make a move on Taiwan. We have these concerns,” he said. “ We ’ r e n o t g o i n g t o abandon them, but we have a responsibility—a stewardship responsibility—over the precious treasure of the American people,

The U.S. Capitol building in Washington on Oct. 3, 2023. and we have to make sure that the White House is providing the people with some accountability for the dollars.”

The most recent aid package to Ukraine, which passed under previous House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as one of his final acts as speaker, provided a relatively small allocation of about $300 million to Ukraine.

There were 117 Republicans, more than half of the House GOP conference, who voted against additional funding.

At least nine Senate Republicans have called for Israel and Ukraine assistance to be separate: Sens.

Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.).

“These are two separate conflicts, and it would be wrong to leverage support of aid to Israel in attempt to get additional aid for Ukraine across the finish line,” they wrote in an Oct. 19 letter to Mr. McConnell and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer

Federal judge temporarily blocks Biden admin from removing Texas border wire Katelynn Richardson Contributor, Daily Caller News Foundation

A federal judge temporarily blocked border patrol Monday from removing barbed wire placed on the border by Texas state authorities.

The state sued the Biden administration last week over the government’s practice of cutting wire Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott instructed state authorities to place along the border in response to increased illegal crossings. In an 11-page order, U.S. District Court Judge Alina Moses, a George W. Bush appointee, temporarily blocked the Biden administration from “disassembling, degrading, [or] tampering with” the wire and set a hearing for Nov. 7 to consider the issue in greater depth.

For the moment, Moses said the only “harm” the court needed

to consider is “the cost of the destruction of the Plaintiff ’s property, which is the wire barrier.”

“The Court is mindful, however, that the Defendants enacted an extensive scheme, which includes immigration enforcement and the interdiction of migrants,” the judge wrote. “The question then becomes how much ‘harm’ should a state bear if the Defendants are unable to meet their obligations of securing the border and controlling the flow of migrants into the country.”

The Nov. 7 hearing to consider a preliminary injunction will deal with “the intersection of: the private property rights of the persons consenting to the placement of the concertina wire on their land, the Plaintiff’s right to assist private property owners and avoid costs to the Plaintiff; and the Defendants’ responsibilities over national security and border security, and

its powers to effectuate its duties, up to and including the destruction of private or state property,” Moses wrote.

The temporary order expires Nov. 13, unless the court chooses to extend it, according to the ruling.

It includes an exception allowing border patrol to “move or cut the concertina wire to aid individuals in medical distress.”

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ACLU backs Trump in fight over judge’s gag order

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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is arguing that the gag order a federal judge issued against former President Donald Trump is unconstitutional.

The ACLU, which filed over 400 legal challenges against the Trump administration, affirmed the former president’s First Amendment rights in a friend-of-the-court brief filed Wednesday. The brief argues that District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan’s order barring Trump from making public statements targeting Special Counsel Jack Smith or his staff, the defense counsel or their staff, court staff and witnesses is too broad and includes issues that could be relevant to the 2024 presidential campaign.

“Much that he has said has been patently false and has caused great harm to countless individuals, as well as to the Republic itself. Some of his words and actions have led him to this criminal indictment, which alleges grave wrongdoing in

contempt of the peaceful transition of power,” the brief says. “But Trump retains a First Amendment right to speak, and the rest of us retain a right to hear what he has to say.”

The order’s use of the word “target” is “unconstitutionally vague,” the organization argued.

“Reading the order, Defendant cannot possibly know what he is permitted to say, and what he is not,” the ACLU wrote. “In the context of the order, it could mean something as innocuous as ‘name’ or ‘identify,’ or something much more violent.”

The organization also took issue with Special Counsel Jack Smith’s inclusion in the gag order and asked the judge to exclude public officials.

“Attempts to gag speech that addresses how the Special Counsel is conducting his work, on the grounds of ensuring the proper and impartial administration of justice, unduly undermine public discussion on matters of public concern that is at the heart of what the First Amendment protects,” the ACLU wrote.

Additionally, statements about witnesses are likely to be “key points

in the ongoing 2024 presidential campaign,” the brief states.

The ACLU told the Daily Caller News Foundation in a statement that this issue is not about Trump but the “principle of free speech.”

“If we allow his free speech rights to be abridged, we know that other unpopular voices — even ones we agree with — will also be silenced,” the organization said.

Trump filed a notice of appeal shortly after the gag order was issued. He also requested a stay on the order last week pending appeal.

Chutkan granted a temporary administrative stay on the order while the court considers his request.

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(R-N.Y.) “Furthermore, it would be irresponsible and we should not risk a government shutdown by bundling these priorities together and thus complicating the process and lessening the likelihood of a funding package.”

Mr. Schumer has called for passing President Joe Biden’s supplemental funding request for assistance to both Israel and Ukraine.

When asked by The Epoch Times during the Oct. 30 State Department press briefing whether Congress should pass assistance to Ukraine and Israel together or individually, spokesperson Matthew Miller said, “We think they need to pass both of those priorities.”

Israel, long considered a key U.S. ally in the region, has historically received billions annually from the United States. The Jewish state receives $3.8 billion annually, $3.3 billion of which is military assistance.

However, there also appears to be some sentiment that Congress shouldn’t send assistance to Jerusalem or Kyiv.

“This week, the House will vote on $14.5 billion foreign aid

(Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times) package for Israel, in addition to the $3.8 billion that already passed. I will be a NO vote. Less than 1/3 of the 49,000 people who responded to my poll today support this additional funding. We simply can’t afford it,” Rep. Thomas Massie (RKy.) wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“I’m voting NO as well. We are $33 TRILLION in debt, and our wide open border is a national security crisis. How many of those voters were outside the US?” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) wrote on X in support of Mr. Massie’s view.

Finally, in both the House and the Senate, Republicans have become increasingly frustrated with U.S. funding for the conflicts, which they say takes away from more important issues such as securing the border and combatting China.

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) told The Epoch Times that Washington should instead focus attention on East Asia, where concerns remain high that China will attempt to conquer Taiwan amid escalating aggression in the South China Sea.

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Suspect arrested in Sage murder investigation

Riverside County Sheriff’s Department announces the arrest of a suspect in the murder of Sage resident Autumn Wilkins, Saturday, October 21.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer A suspect has been arrested for the murder of a Sage woman and the attempted murder of another

victim. David Douglas, 44 years old of Lake Elsinore. The suspect was taken into custody Monday, Oct. 23.

Deputies assigned to the Sheriff’s Southwest Station were dispatched

Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway huge success

to a report of a deceased female at a residence in the 42200 block of Alexander Drive, Sage at about 5 p.m. Saturday, October 21.

Upon arrival, deputies located a deceased female inside the

residence with traumatic injuries.

There was a second adult male victim who was shot at during the incident, but was not injured.

The scene was secured, and the Central Homicide Unit responded

Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo and assumed the investigation, a c c o r d i n g t o t h e S h e r i ff ’s Department.

The female victim was identified see ARREST, page D-5

Friends of the Anza Library presents fundraising merchandise Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Friends of the Anza Valley Community Library has designed and produced official merchandise to help fundraise for the library.

A large selection of tee shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies are available in a variety of colors.

“With each donation we can help continue to support our local Anza Valley Community Library,” said Jill Kemerer-Roberts, Friends of the Anza Valley Community Library president. “If you haven’t visited, come on over, we’d love to have you.”

The merchandise can be viewed and

purchased online, with a large selection of popular colors offered.

“Libraries help communities in many ways. Let’s help support our library so that it can continue to enhance the youth and their education, along with providing resources and valuable information to the public,” said Kemerer-Roberts The official apparel may be ordered at https://www. bonfire.com/friends-of-theanza-community-library/.

The Friends of the Anza Library annual membership is only $10.00. Supporters that join

This toddler leaves the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway with Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo a bright new jacket Saturday, Oct. 28.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer The Anza Thimble Club hosted their annual coat giveaway event at the Anza Community Hall Saturday, Oct. 28, providing area

residents with warm clothing for the coming winter months.

Coats, vests, hats, gloves, scarves, sweaters, hoodies and new socks were dispersed to anyone that see COATS, page D-4

Friends of the Anza Library is offering imprinted hoodies (top)in a variety of colors to help fundraise for the library. Sweatshirts (bottom) Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photos and t-shirts are also available.

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Fresh application assistance and free community health services are also available. Bring your own reusable bags to take food home.

Volunteers welcome. For more information, contact the AEC office at 951-763-4333.

F r i e n d s o f A n z a Va l l e y Community Library – Anza Valley Community Library is located at Hamilton High School, 57430 Mitchell Road. The library is open to the public, but not during school hours. Hours are 4-7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Saturday and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Closed Monday through Wednesday.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m.

Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-7634226.

Bereaved Parents of the USA – The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-5512826.

Free Mobile Health Clinic – Open every third Wednesday of

the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed. Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

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

For more information, 951-7634759.

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

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner – Dinners at 1 p.m. are held the last Sunday of the month at the Anza Community Hall. All are welcome. Donations of time, money, etc. are always welcome.

Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

S h e p h e r d o f t h e Va l l e y Lutheran Church – 10 a.m.

Weekly Wednesday Bible study takes place at 56095 Pena Road in Anza. Call 951-763-4226 for more information.

Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza.

For more information, call 951763-4622.

Anza First Southern Baptist Church – Begin your week with Sunday School for all ages at 9 a.m., followed by Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday nights, the church has prayer on the 1st and 4th Sundays from 6-7 p.m. and Bible study on the 2nd and 3rd Sundays from 6-8 p.m. On Monday evenings, from 6-8 p.m., the youth group (6 to 12 grade) meets for games and Bible study.

Anza Baptist Church also offers Men’s and Women’s Ministries, a Homeschool Support Group, Summer Vacation Bible School and a Seniors’ Ministry. The church office is open Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza.

For more information, contact the church at 951-763-4937 or visit www.anzabaptistchurch.com.

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

High Country 4-H Club – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – Meetings at 1 p.m. are the third Saturday of each month at various locations. Share art, ideas and participate in shows. Guest speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 951-928-1248.

Find helpful art tips at www. facebook.com/AnzaValleyArtists.

Anza Quilter’s Club – 9:30 a.m. to noon. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, in Anza.

Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club has been reinstated and is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. The group is working on securing a new venue for meetings. Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club of Anza Valley Facebook page at www.facebook. com/LionsofAnzaValley. For more information, email president Greg Sandling at President.

AnzaLions@gmail.com or Chris Skinner at Secretary.AnzaLions@ gmail.com.

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Organizations Te r w i l l i g e r C o m m u n i t y Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all.

For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.

From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon.

Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission.

Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 951-595-2400.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m.

General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Single memberships are $30 and include discounts to events for one person and 1 vote in elections and meetings.

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

Anza Civic Improvement League – 9 a.m. meets the first Saturday of each month at the Little Red Schoolhouse. The league maintains Minor Park and the Little Red School House, which are both available to rent for events. No government funds are allowed; the membership pays the bills – $10 a person, $18 family or $35 business membership. For more information, visit www. anzacivic.org.

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

Redshank Riders – 7 p.m.

Backcountry horsemen meet at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza, the second Thursday of each month. Visit www.redshankriders. com or call Carol Schmuhl for membership information at 951663-6763.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the first Thursday of the month at the Anza Community Hall, 43275 Chapman Road in Anza. The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon.

Contact Carol Wright at 951-7632884 for more information.

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Insects and spiders busy on mild Autumn days

A Cat Faced Orb Weaver enjoys the last mild nights on Dominique Leard Rauton’s porch before retiring for the winter.

A honeybee collects the last of the year’s nectar in Jennifer Deiter’s garden.

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Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Insects and spiders are taking advantage of the mild autumn weather to prepare for harsh conditions to come. Many will die when temperatures drop, but some will survive, sheltering for the winter.

Local residents Jennifer Deiter, Dominique Leard Rauton and Stephanie Rollain recently shared images of the tiny creatures on social media. A praying mantis, lady bug, honey bee and a Cat Faced Orb Weaver spider were featured.

Praying mantis insects can be seen calmly stalking their bug prey for a lightning-quick strike.

The name “praying” refers to their fast forelegs, which when at rest, seem to make the insect appear to be praying.

The Cat Faced Orb Weaver spider is a common resident of the Anza Valley. They come in varying colors but are mainly identified by the two horn-shaped growths

Jennifer Deiter takes a photo of a lady bug searching for aphids on a sunflower in her garden. on their large abdomens. The combination of the projections, dimples and markings lead to the common name “Cat or Monkey Faced” spider. These spiders, famous for their concentric webs, spend the winter in the egg stage, within a silk-covered sac produced by the mother during the fall.

According to Wikipedia, most ladybug species are carnivorous, preying on aphids and scale insects and thus considered beneficial insects. Temperate species hibernate and diapause during the winter. Lady bugs have played roles in folklore, religion and poetry, and are particularly popular

[Left] A praying mantis seems to say hello to Stephanie Rollain as it hunts on her porch.

MERCH from page D-1 get 10 free books from the library’s bookstore.

The Anza Valley Library is a joint-use public library, located inside Hamilton High School, located at 57430 Mitchell Road, Anza. As a completely separate entity from the school, the library is part of the Riverside County Library System.

The public may visit the library Thursday and Friday from 4 p.m.

- 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m..

Staff may be reached by calling 951-763-4216.

Please join the Friends of the Anza Valley Community Library on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/223224583610311.

To learn more about the Anza Valley Community Library, click https://www.facebook.com/ AnzaLibrary.

Don’t have a library card? Go to www.rivlib.net to sign up online for free.

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

Imprinted tee shirts are now being offered by Friends of the Anza Library to help raise money for the library. Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo

in nursery rhymes.

The European honey bee is best known for its honey production and as an important pollinator, says the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Hives of bees are managed and the insects used to pollinate over 100 crops grown commercially in North America.

As the weather begins to cool off, sights like these will become less frequent, until milder days return.

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

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Living Free Animal Sanctuary dog of the week: Meet Marley Marley is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix that is a perfect blend of silly and sweet. She’s all about playtime, and is usually found darting around with her pals, only to plop down on the nearest lap once she’s tuckered out.

She’s a gal who knows how to enjoy the finer things in life - toys, treats, affection, and the company of her roommates. While she still has a playful puppy side, she’s starting to show signs of maturing.

But hey, she’s young, and that’s just part of her charm.

Marley isn’t just adorable; she’s fully aware of her cuteness, strutting around and basking in the attention she rightfully deserves. And don’t be fooled by her playfulness; she’s got a sharp mind and learns new things in no time.

If you’re on the lookout for a small, spirited, and smart young pup to bring joy to your home, Marley is the one for you. She’s ready to add her unique brand of

Hi, I’m Marley! fun to any loving household Living Free is a nonprofit animal sanctuary whose primary mission is to rescue dogs and cats whose time is up at public shelters. Living Free Animal Sanctuary is located on 155 acres

Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photos in the San Jacinto Mountains near Idyllwild. A diamond in the rough, the property is home to a kennel-in-the-round, Give Life Park, catteries and protected openair “catios,” breathtaking scenery and wide open fields for the wild

Guests browse the large selection of jackets, coats, sweaters and hoodies at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway Saturday, Oct. 28. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photos

mustangs and rescued burros to run free.

Open by appointment.

For dog adoptions, call 951321-9982, for cat adoptions, call 951-491-1898, and for all other inquiries, call 951- 659-4687.

To book a tour, visit www. living-free.org/visit-us. Living Free is located at 54250 Keen Camp Road in Mountain Center.

Betsy Hansen arranges racks of coats and more at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway Saturday, Oct. 28.

COATS from page D-1 attended. Whole families browsed the well-organized tables and racks for winter necessities.

The colorful array of clothing inspired smiles and happy chatter in several languages as people walked away with armfuls of warm clothes and accessories.

“The success of this adventure would not have been possible without the help of so many,” said AEC member services representative and Thimble Club member Betsy Hansen.

The Anza Thimble Club, established in 1912, is the oldest service club in Anza. It was created by several ladies who used the excuse of doing their mending to get together for a visit. This turned into monthly meetings and dues were a penny.

During World War II, the women made bandages for the Red Cross as a meaningful wartime activity.

Since then, they have become a highly respected charitable organization donating much-needed funds back into the community of Anza.

To learn more about the Anza Thimble Club, contact Reba Schulz at (951)763-2254.

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

Many men’s jackets and coats are available at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway Saturday, Oct. 28.

Grandpa, granddaughter and the whole family shop at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway Saturday, Oct. 28.

Ponytail beanies, hats, gloves, scarves and even a dog sweater are offered at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway.

Guests find all kinds of servicable items at the Anza Thimble Club’s annual coat giveaway.

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Kicking it Elizabeth YoungmanWestphal Special to The Valley News Isn’t it a given that if you put your head on a pillow, sleep will follow?

Yet, ever since my television was banned from the bedroom years ago, slumber comes at a price. It turns out to be a struggle unless I can read myself to sleep.

The only alternative takes hours repeating a tedious mantra which is reason enough for me to awaken most mornings cuddled up to my Kindle.

Knowing some suggest that digital devices can actually deter sleep due to the emitting light, for me, it’s just the opposite. Here is what happens without my reader: for some reason an unwelcome hatch opens a bee hive of thoughts buzzing inside my prefrontal cortex causing sleep to allude.

Bedtime reading is de rigueur.

That is why I was in a kerfuffle knowing in advance that while staying at my daughter’s off-grid cabin in rural Alaska, that my electronic reader had limitations.

You see, the library only loans

e-books for 21 days and being without reliable internet – not even a nearby Starbucks – there wouldn’t be any way to access my library account to reload more e-books. After all, I would be gone for 36 days, 28 in Alaska and eight nights on the cruise back.

I needed a contingency plan, which is what led me to the local Library. At the used book shop, I bought five paperbacks to pack. To further fulfill my night time reading needs, I packed my grandson’s flashlight and even extra batteries.

As a side note, have you ever stayed with one of your adult children for a month? I’ve done it several times. And, it is trying for both parties. First, because I am not the boss anymore, which is why “I said so” no longer works; and second, she has a very disciplined way of isolating gluten-free cooking utensils from touching any item that may have once beheld gluten. It requires a lot of concentration just to wash dishes. Two sponges. Two cup towels, Yada. Yada. Yada.

Moving on.

Further restrictions for

my reading materials are that everything I read must have a happy ending. Period. No deviation. I cannot abide suspense of any kind, especially lurking in the text.

With these restrictive guidelines, primarily the only genre left to me is historical romance novels.

Otherwise known as mental candy without calories. Mostly written by women for women, many of these authors write saucy accounts with explicit sexual scenes. Wahoo. But after the first few reads, eh, it’s easy to just skip over the naughty parts and get on with the story.

But, if you are inclined to read descriptions of people doing nasty things, you can always go back to the third grade with your grandchildren. There you can read about same-sex sex performed by children on adults. It is all thanks to Gov. Gavin Newsome’s latest directive and supported by other tiresome lefties like our local guy; basically, that Executive Order guarantees pornography will have a guaranteed place in our children’s school libraries. And that is why evil lurks among us.

Back to my tale.

With the end of my long stay at Deb’s cabin in the woods nearing, I picked up my last unread paperback.

The story is set in Victorian Edinburgh. Even though slavery had been banned throughout the U.K., the ban did not affect a husband’s right to rid himself of an unbiddable wife.

After all, a man’s wife was chattel. Therefore, he could beat her and abuse her any way he wanted, and if she was still not to his liking, like a potato, he could sell her to any man, constituting an on-the-spot divorce allowing both to remarry.

The story continues by introducing a young and –doesn’t it go without saying – handsome unmarried Scottish Laird who just happens to be accompanying his sister that very day to the milliners to buy a new hat for her upcomingwedding ensemble.

As he waits in his carriage outside, he hears a loud ruckus coming from the nearby green.

Bored with the wait, he steps to the curb to investigate. It is then he discovers a woman kneeling at her husband’s feet, trussed up

by a long rope. The husband is broadcasting his general dislike for the woman in the public market shouting that he is selling her, his wife, “to the first taker for a guinea.”

And before you know it, Laird Ewan Stewart has purchased his bride and placed her in his carriage. All of this action happens in the first chapter. Naturally, it was a compelling fast read.

A few days later it was time to join V.J. in Vancouver to catch our cruise back to San Diego on Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas.

After settling into our cabin, and with nothing to read, I slipped out in search of the ship’s library.

Oddly enough, most of the books were in Dutch.

By the time I returned to our cabin, I got the biggest surprise of all. My no-nonsense husband was stretched out on the bed, his head on a pillow drifting off to sleep with my Scottish romance novel butterflied across his chest. Ahhh.

Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal can be reached at eyoungman@ reedermedia.com.

electricity.

Some of you members have invested in solar panels, as I have.

Our investment brings the power of the sun to generate electrical power for our household and send power to the grid thus easing the use of fossil fuels for this purpose.

Investment in solar energy by individuals has been encouraged

by California government but this proposal would accomplish the reverse.

If adopted it will discourage future investment in solar, if not kill further interest in solar.

There is an incentive to conserve the power we use under the current plan to bill the customer for the electrical power used.

This incentive to conserve

would be lost if the request is approved.

Why conserve energy if the user’s bill for electricity is the same whether more or less electrical energy is used? Instead it would encourage more use.

Brownouts and blackouts would likely be the result of unrestrained use of electrical power across California.

This proposal to socialize electrical power doesn’t make good sense. It doesn’t stand to reason.

Please vote no.

Proposed socialization of electrical power in California One bad news item as reported i n t h e Vi l l a g e N e w s w a s , “SDG&E is starting a fixed rate bill in January 2025 when every electrical provider in the state will be allowed to charge a fixed rate fee based upon each customer’s income.”

It turns out that SDG&E’s proposal was in response to a certain unrelated 1,100 page bill in the state legislature upon which a rider was attached introducing this socialistic scheme. The bill with its rider was passed last year and signed by our governor.

The California Public Utilities Commission, CPUC, has until July of next year to respond.

SDG&E appears to be anticipating its adoption.

Over 500 letters have been sent to the CPUC opposing this item, (Document #R2207005.)

You can read the letters and add yours if you wish by going to the following website: apps.cpuc. ca.gov/c/R2207005. Or you can write a letter to the commission members at: 505 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102.

At the time of this writing it appears that the CPUC members assigned to this task are dutifully going about making rules to conform to this socialistic scheme just as they did when NEM 3 was proposed and passed weakening interest in investing in solar panels for one’s home.

(CPUC members are appointed by our governor.)

The following is my letter of opposition: California Public Utility Commission, 505 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102 Commission Members, Subject: SDG&E request to socialize electrical power.

Please cast your vote against the request to bring socialized electrical power to California by billing each customer based upon his or her income rather than upon the power used. It invites the invasion of each customer’s privacy as electrical providers attempt to obtain income records for each customer.

There are already programs in place to help low income users of

James (Jim) Bowles

Unusual rainbow appears over Valle Vista Tony Ault Staf f Writer This beautiful rainbow appeared in the eastern sky between 7-7:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 23, in homes above Valle Vista in Riverside County just as the morning sun was rising. It is a phenomenal event never seen before by many of the residents arising that morning.

One said, “I’ve never seen this before.”

Another, drinking her coffee on her patio said, “Good, I hope it’s over my house.”

This lady meant it would bless her mobile home undergoing thousands of dollars in repairs.

Her friend simply said, “Wow!” A simple explanation came in the weather forecast for the day that some parts of Riverside County would experience rain that morning. Sure enough the roads were a little wet from the sprinkles earlier in the morning. Light rain, with sun shining through it makes rainbows or different shades of the spectrum that are seen by human eyes is the scientific explanation.

But, for this staff writer, who witnessed it from his front window and then managed to shoot this photo, it was a sign of a different nature. Not from the Irish folklore that there is a treasure at the end

ARREST from page D-1 as Autumn Wilkins, a 28-year-old resident of Sage.

During the course of the investigation, the suspect in the crime was identified as David Douglas, 44 years of Lake Elsinore, according to Sergeant Ben Ramirez.

At about 2:40 p.m., Monday, Oct. 23, members of the Major Crimes Unit and uniformed patrol deputies located and detained Douglas at a business on Florida Avenue and Buena Vista Street in Hemet. Douglas was arrested for investigation of murder and attempted murder, and booked at the Cois Byrd Detention Facility.

of it but another more enlightening explanation.

To me it was a sign from our Lord God who promises us there will be life after death if we only believe in Him, Jesus Christ the son of God. It comes in a troubled time in the Middle East, in Europe and Russia where horrible wars are raging, when our economy is being tested and our Congress is divided and for those of us in California very high gas prices.

Yet, in America we are enjoying, or at least accepting our lives, filled with hope that one day things will get better.

Indeed we can be thankful.

This rainbow to me is a sign, as somewhat of a pragmatic person, it is a message from our Lord who brings me hope for the days to come and a promise of everlasting life.

To others of the LBGBQ+, the rainbow is a sign of the Pride community and the promise of better days, to others riches lay at the end of its arc and the others who see it as an unsual scientific incident, fully explainable and its just pretty. I do not disparage those who have other beliefs – Muslim, Jew, Arab, Hindu, Buddist, Sheik, etc. – as I try to understand, but still love them all, just as my Christ loves all of us.

The investigation is currently on-going and no further information will be released at this time. If anyone has information regarding this investigation, they are encouraged to call Investigator Roberge at the Southwest Station Investigation Bureau at 951-6963000 or Investigator Castaneda with the Central Homicide Unit at 951-955-2777.

Citizens may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s Homicide Tipline online form at https://www. riversidesheriff.org/FormCenter/ Central-Homicide-Unit-CHU-5/ Homicide-Tip-Line-47.

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

Valley News/Tony Ault photo But, for me just as I shouted out to my neighbors viewing this fantastic early morning visual gift – “It is a sign from the Lord! ” A beautiful sign.

It is those who believe in God, the son of God, Jesus Christ may

see this unique rainbow as the Holy Spirit’s sign of the promises Christ on the Cross made to us in the past and today as we live our lives fulfilling His purpose – and in the future when we will join Christ, God in heaven above and

join with all our mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters and friends who believed in Him and sing His praises.

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

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God’s kind of attitude – Part 1

Zachary Elliott Special to the Valley News When you’re going to climb up a ladder, you can’t start at the top.

You must start with the first rung and move up from there.

That’s why Jesus started

teaching the Beatitudes by saying, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven,” in Matthew 5:3.

What exactly does it mean to be “poor in spirit?” Especially when our mind doesn’t consider being poor at anything a blessing.

To be “poor in spirit” means you understand and admit you are spiritually dead and bankrupt and in desperate need of the grace of God. To best understand this concept, we should look at the story Jesus told to a group of people who were full of themselves.

“To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else, Jesus told this parable: ‘Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: ‘God, I thank

you that I am not like other people – robbers, evildoers, adulterers – or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.

‘But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, “God, have mercy on me, a sinner.”’

“I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted,” in Luke 18:9-14.

It doesn’t take a genius to know which person in the story was poor in spirit and which wasn’t. The question is, which one are you?

The answer to this question is the first step in coming into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Pharisee in the story didn’t

think he had anything to repent of. He thought he was more than enough because of his so-called “good behavior.” He even went so far as to compare himself to the guy standing at church next to him.

No, there was nothing poor about his spirit or his prayer.

The tax collector was the complete antithesis of the Pharisee.

He didn’t even feel like he could approach God or look up to him.

He didn’t compare himself or tout his extraordinary achievements.

He knew he was a sinner and needed the grace of God. So he did the only thing he could do. Ask for mercy and grace from the God who gives it.

Here are four ways you know you are poor in spirit: you recognize that you have fallen short; you admit you’re a sinner; you call out for mercy and forgiveness and you trust in the grace of God through

Jesus Christ.

If that’s you, Jesus said your reward is “the kingdom of heaven.”

In other words, being poor in spirit is the only way to enter God’s heavenly kingdom.

The good news is everyone, if they are willing, can reach this first step on the ladder.

Questions to consider: Are you more like the Pharisee or the tax collector?

What steps can you take to stop comparing yourself to others?

Have you prayed and asked God for mercy?

Zachary Elliott is the lead pastor of Fusion Christian Church in Temecula. For more information, visit http://www. fusionchristianchurch.com, http:// www.encouragementtoday.tv or find them on Instagram.

men agreed: women and children first to the lifeboats. Although he may not tell you he loves you as much as you would like, most husbands are fully prepared to die defending their wife and children. Jim Hutches told of his experiences during the Vietnam War. He said that the Vietcong would wound, but not kill, an American soldier, knowing his buddies would seek to rescue him.

Vietcong snipers then would seek to kill those who came out to try to drag the wounded soldier back to safety. He would often hear the heart cry of a GI: “I have to go.

I have to help Joe. I can’t leave him there. I’ve got to go. He’s my friend.”

He wants to be needed.

One of the first questions men ask when meeting someone new

is: What do you do? His job is so important to him for many reasons, one of which is to be needed. Men thrive on being needed and being able to help someone in need.

He may be slow to pick up hints or subtle suggestions.

When we were first married, my wife Carolyn would give subtle suggestions about doing something or going somewhere.

She soon learned that I, like most men, aren’t very perceptive at picking up hints, and that it’s best to lay it out in a way I couldn’t miss it.

He likely wrestles with three primary temptations.

The Bible identifies them as the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. I like to refer to them as the temptations

of gold, glory, and girls or of greed, pride, and lust. I went into these topics in detail in a previous article so let me just say that to better understand your man, you should be aware that regardless of his age, your husband lives in a world filled with temptations that he must battle daily.

He wants your encouragement.

Every man needs a cheerleader.

I’m so thankful that my wife Carolyn embraces my dreams and gives me regular encouragement to pursue them. Talk to your man about his dreams and stand with him in their pursuit.

Rick Koole is the senior pastor of LifePointe Church in Fallbrook.

For more information, visit https://www.lifepointefallbrook. com.

Understanding your man Rick Koole Special to Valley News Among the many differences between young girls and young boys is what they daydream about becoming when they grow up.

By-and-large young girls dream of becoming a princess when they grow up. The Disney song “Someday My Prince Will Come” runs through their minds as they hope that they will someday live happily ever after with him.

Young boys have quite different dreams. Most dream of someday becoming an action hero who rescues the princess.

It is just one of the many differences between males and females. I don’t have the space to cover all of the differences, but let me at least try to list some of the

differences I’ve discovered that might help you better understand your Prince Charming.

He wants your respect.

The Bible gives lots of marriage advice, and in Ephesians 5:33, it said to married couples, “Each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.”

Granted, respect needs to be earned, but when it is, it should be acknowledged. It’s interesting that through the years you may send your husband all kinds of birthday and anniversary cards.

He may not keep the mushy ones, but he’ll treasure forever the one that tells him how much you respect him for what he does for the family.

He wants to be your protector.

As the Titanic was sinking, the

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314597 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: a. GRACE HOME CARE, INC. b. GRACE HOME ATHENA c. GRACE CARE d. GRACE HOMES e. GRACE HOME f. GRACE HOME TAVEL g. GRACE CARE HOME h. GRACE CARE HOMES 32745 Shadyview St, Winchester, CA 92596 Mailing address: 32745 Shadyview St, Winchester, CA 92596 County: Riverside Grace Home Care INC 32745 Shadyview St, Winchester, CA 92596 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/04/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3993 PUBLISHED: November 3, 10, 17, 24 2023

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File Number: R-201907682 Filed Riverside County Clerk’s Office Peter Aldana The following fictitious business name(s) has been abandoned by the following person(s): MURRIETA REGIONAL ANIMAL HOSPITAL 40165 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Ste L., Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Sidrah Nisar DVM, Inc, 4645 Temescal Canyon Rd Apt 203, Corona, CA 92883 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Riverside County on 06/10/2021 Signed by: Sidrah Nisar, President THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY ON 10/19/2023 LEGAL: 3984 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202315600 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: UZZI’S TACOS AND PARTY RENTALS 40128 Annapolis Dr, Temecula, CA 92591 Mailing address: 40128 Annapolis Dr, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Anoiel – Varani 40128 Annapolis Dr, Temecula, CA 92591 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Anoiel - Varani Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/24/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3992 PUBLISHED: November 3, 10, 17, 24 2023

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314384 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. SELECT LTC PHARMACY 2. SELECT PHARMACY 3. SELECT HOSPICE PHARMACY 4. SELECT RIVERSIDE 5. SELECT PHARMACY RIVERSIDE 833 Marlborough Ave Suite 200, Riverside, CA 92507 Mailing address: 11203 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 County: Riverside Select LTC Pharmacy Corporation, 11203 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: David -- Chulpaeff, Vice President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/29/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3975 PUBLISHED: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314727 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NICK’S BISTRO 36200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 County: Riverside Nicolino -- Carnevale, 80550 Jasper Park Ave, Indio, CA 92201 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Nicolino -- Carnevale Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/06/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3976 PUBLISHED: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314073 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KRAKEN MEDIA SERVICES 445 Richey St Apt 203, Corona, CA 92879 County: Riverside Yeshua Estrada Guijarro, 445 Richey St Apt 203, Corona, CA 92879 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 9/1/2023 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Yeshua Estrada Guijarro Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/25/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3977 PUBLISHED: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314463 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PINKY PONCO PARTY RENTALS 29575 Nightcrest Circle, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Lorena -- Sanchez, 29575 Nightcrest Circle, Temecula, CA 92591 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Lorena Sanchez Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/02/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3980 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314966 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CAMARILLOS TREE SERVICES 4298 Glen St. Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 County: Riverside 1. Monserrat Guadalupe Florean Ruiz, 4298 Glen St. Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 2. Roberto Camarillo Quiroz, 4298 Glen St. Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 This business is conducted by a Married Couple Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 01/01/2021 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Monserrat Guadalupe Florean Ruiz Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/12/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3982 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023

AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202308803 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GURU KIRPA VEGGIE RESTAURENT 21288 Telegraph Rd, Riverside, CA 92507 County: Riverside a. Kapil Dev Sharma, 21288 Telegraph Rd, Riverside, CA 92507 b. Ashwani -- Sharma, 21288 Telegraph Rd, Riverside, CA 92507 This business is conducted by a Co-partners Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Ashwani Sharma Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 06/06/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3898 PUBLISHED: June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 2023 Republished: August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 2023 Business name in original publication not spelled as on the document.

Republished: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023 Business name in the second publication not spelled as on the document

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202313827 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PATSY MAE’S CAFE 43430 East Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92545 Mailing address: 33625 Milan Rd, Winchester, CA 92596 County: Riverside Patsy’s Restaurants Inc, 33625 Milan Rd, Winchester, CA 92596 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Karri Jones, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/19/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3979 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202315029 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SPOTLIGHT SPORTS REELS 41718 Niblick Re, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Erica Renee Kirtides, 41718 Niblick Re, Temecula, CA 92591This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Erica Renee Kirtides Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/12/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3981 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202315107 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NABE NABE 31821 Temecula Pkwy, C-5, Temecula, CA 92592 Mailing address: 31572 Calle Canto, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Westwell International Corp, 2441 Norte Vista Dr, Chino Hills, CA 91709 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Yaohui Wang, CEO Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/16/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3985 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314837 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BRILLIANCE EXTERIOR RESTORATION 41764 Corte Lara, Temecula, CA 92562 County: Riverside Christopher Lance Bowen, 41764 Corte Lara, Temecula, CA 92562 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Lorena Sanchez Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/10/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3986 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314093 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: OSIK COMPANY 42704 Garcia Way, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Ashley Catherine Hill, 42704 Garcia Way, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Ashley Hill Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/25/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3987 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2304636 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: VALENTINA ROUDERGUE, JORGE AGUILAR Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: FAITH NYA AGUILAR MEZA Proposed Name: FAITH NYA AGUILAR ROUDERGUE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 11/29/23 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: C2 The address of the court: Corona Branch, 505 S. Buena Vista, Rm. 201, Corona, CA 92882 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: 10/6/23 Signed: Tamara L. Wagner, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3983 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2304855 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: PATRICIA ZERNEMO DE SANCHEZ Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: PATRICIA ZERNEMO DE SANCHEZ Proposed Name: PATRICIA ZERMENO THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/6/23 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: C2 The address of the court: Corona Branch, 505 S. Buena Vista, Rm. 201, Corona, CA 92882 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: 10/20/23 Signed: Tamara L. Wagner, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3990 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVMV 2303005 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: ROSELIE ANDRADE Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: ANGEL REY VARGAS Proposed Name: ANGELREY ANDRADE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/1/2023 Time: 8:00 am Dept: MV2 The address of the court: Moreno Valley Branch, 13800 Heacock St. D 201, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: 6/20/ 2023 Signed: Belinda A. Handy, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 3933 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202313826 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PATSY MAE’S CAFE 3323 West Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92545 Mailing address: 33625 Milan Rd, Winchester, CA 92596 County: Riverside Patsy’s Restaurants Inc, 33625 Milan Rd, Winchester, CA 92596 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Karri Jones, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/19/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3978 PUBLISHED: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202315451 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN #14386 26765 Newport Rd, Menifee, CA 92584 Mailing address: 41760 Ivy St , Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 County: Riverside DMSD Cajun Eats, LLC, 41760 Ivy Street, Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of DE Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Dawood Beshay, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/20/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3988 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202312412 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HAVEN GEMS 14413 Woodpark Dr, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 County: Riverside Alexis Giovany Leal, 14413 Woodpark Dr, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Alexis Giovant Leal Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 08/21/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3954 PUBLISHED: September 1, 8, 15, 22, 2023 Republished: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023 Registrant’s name was misspelled in the original publication.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202315456 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN #14392 33926 Orange St, Wildomar, CA 92595 Mailing address: 41760 Ivy St , Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 County: Riverside DMSD Cajun Eats, LLC, 41760 Ivy Street, Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of DE Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Dawood Beshay, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/20/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3989 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023

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