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Local Lake Elsinore City Council approves Apartment plans

Volume 17, Issue 27

Murrieta Birthday Bash a success

Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Lake Elsinore City Council convened, June 27, furthering the Mission Trails Apartment project. see page A-3

Local Anything is possible with the American Dream Natalie Witt VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Many Americans have forgotten the value of the American dream and instead take our freedom for granted.

People from around the world leave everything they love and cherish behind in order to come to America to pursue their aspirations and to become successful through hard work and dedication. see page A-5

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Ethan Garcia, 5, dances and rocks out to the the live music of Journey tribute band “Lights” during the annual Murrieta Birthday Bash at California Oaks Park, July 1. See story and more photos on page C-1.

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In ‘Operation Valley Vigilance,’ District Attorney’s Gang Impact Team sweeps up dangerous criminals, weapons in Hemet San Jacinto Valley Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Converging on the Hemet San Jacinto Valley early Thursday, June 29, were 400 law enforcement officers from local, county and federal agencies, confiscating 77 weapons and 4 pounds of illegal drugs and making 24 felony arrests of gang members and other suspected dangerous criminals in the Valley.

“This was the single day joint takedown in the Valley’s history and in the history of Southwest Riverside County,” Hemet Police Chief Dave Brown said in front of national television crews, video services and print journalists including the Valley News at the June 29 news conference in Hemet.

Cooperating in the mass takedown in what is called “Operation Valley Vigilance” were members of the Riverside County District Attorney’s Gang Impact Team including officers and agents from the Hemet Police Department, the Palm Springs Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security, Department of Housing and Urban Development, U.S. Border Patrol

see OPERATION, page A-3

Hemet Police Chief Dave Brown introduces the police officers and elected officials attending a special embargoed news conference about “Operation Valley Vigilance” June 29 to announce the arrest of 24 suspected local criminals and the seizure of 77 deadly weapons that could be used in crimes. Standing are agents of county and federal law enforcement agencies, Hemet Mayor Linda Krupa, Riverside District Attorney Mike Hestrin and 3rd District Supervisor Chuck Washington.

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One local mother’s nightmare begins after daughter is victim of sex trafficking

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Julie Reeder JREEDER@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Editor’s note: The names of those involved have been changed to

protect the innocent.

Recruitment into the commercial sexual exploitation of a child is happening at San Diego County high schools. According to a Na-

tional Institute of Justice study,* conversations were held with 140 county school administrators and staff from 20 schools in North County, South County, East County and Central San Diego. All schools confirmed that recruitment was happening on their campuses.

If you’re a parent, there are few things scarier or more heartbreaking than finding out your daughter or son is a victim in the dangerous dark underworld of sex trafficking and prostitution. It’s not just a problem in big cities—it is a huge problem locally, even for good families. While children in the child welfare system are targeted, there are many beautiful girls from nice, middle class families who get

lured and tricked into this deadly lifestyle. So, who is a target? First of all, anyone with access to social media.

Sgt. Matt Blumenthal from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department of Human Trafficking Task Force had this to say: “Social media is one of the greatest tools traffickers use to find, exploit and turn young girls away from their families to the prostitution life.

Whether it be through exploitation of the youth with naked photos, hidden communication with girls behind their parent’s backs, or slowly gaining their trust over time, the social media sites are a hot bed

see TRAFFICKING, page A-4

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Lake Elsinore City Council approves Mission Trail Apartment plans Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Lake Elsinore City Council convened, June 27, furthering the Mission Trails Apartment project.

The council approved unanimously the planning application to develop 81 multifamily residential units located within four buildings.

The project proposes to build an affordable multifamily development and associated features and facilities including resident and visitor parking, a leasing and management office, a community center, on-site laundry facility, active and passive open spaces and a maintenance garage. The apartment development will be gated and is slated on vacant land west of Mission Trail, approximately 500 feet south of Hidden Trail and Elberta Road, covering 5.37 acres.

The high-density housing accommodates low to moderate income families as required by the state, according to Mayor Robert “Bob” Magee.

“There’s going to be lower in-

come; there’s going to be more crime. That’s the automatic assumption. It would be much better to consider a credit statement or a criminal background check; those things give me a much better understanding of your predisposition of being a criminal in the future, not your pay stub,” Councilmember Steve Manos said of the income restricted project. “What we’re talking about is a workforce housing project. This is a project where there is going to be assistance for those who have jobs, and often they are people coming up, young people and young families. Others may be retirees who are on a fixed income.”

Manos discussed the property rights issue with the concerns of the community for the city-proposed, high density housing in 2011.

“We have to do right to the property owners, we have to do right to the community and we have to do right to the state,” Manos said.

Councilmember Brian Tisdale said, “We in the city of Lake Elsinore have an obligation to do right

for all of our people.”

He brought up his successful involvement as mayor during the construction of the Pottery Court apartments, and Councilmember Daryl Hickman added how the success of the apartments were based on the management team.

Before the discussion, public commenters stressed the crime issue in the city, leading aptly into the apartment project.

“We don’t have the security in this city to protect the citizens already here, and we are going to have 81 apartments that will cause more traffic problems. We need streets fixed, and we need more security, and we don’t need more crime,” Alberhill Ranch Community President Paulie Tehrani said.

The board also considered insurance bonds for the Mission Trails apartment development in a public hearing. C&C Development requested that the California Statewide Communities Development Authority serve as the municipal issuer of tax-exempt multifamily housing revenue bonds in an ag-

gregate principal amount not to exceed $20,000,000. The proceeds of the bonds will be used for the purpose of making a loan to the borrower to finance the acquisition, construction and equipping of the affordable multifamily housing rental project.

Council also approved the joint relinquishment of state Route 74.

The intentions are to remedy the asymmetrical jurisdictional boundary disparity. This relinquishment and conveyance to the city of Lake Elsinore of the portion of SR 74 with the jurisdictional boundary disparity is aimed to improve the city’s responsiveness and coordination in land-use planning, construction, maintenance and operational matters and provide for a more streamlined approval for adjacent property improvements that affect SR 74.

A fiscal impact is estimated due to increased highway costs and operational costs. However, the city had received $2,200,000 from Caltrans to help defray the long-term maintenance costs for the entire

roadway section from Mauricio Avenue to Dexter Avenue.

Also motioned at the meeting was the professional services agreement with William’s Bait and Tackle for operational management of La Laguna Resort and Boat Launch. The board approved a six-month extension, starting June 30 from the prior agreement.

The fiscal impact is calculated to be $377,763. William’s Bait and Tackle is anticipating the construction and rehabilitation of the entire site in a phased approach through a tiered operational proposal for future operations.

Public commenter Bentley Brown expressed his concerns.

“There should be some clarity on compensation,” he said. “When the money started, it was $50,000, then it was $150,000 and it’s now almost $400,000.”

While asking for transparency from the council, the board approved the agreement unanimously.

OPERATION from page A-1 and the Justice Department’s Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms.

“The Operation Valley Vigilance was focused on reducing crime and violence in our community targeting organized crime, wanted felons, weapons and drug trafficking in and around Hemet,” Brown explained.

He said the investigation before the action Thursday morning took seven months.

The gang impact teams fanned out at different locations throughout Hemet and San Jacinto beginning 6 a.m. and simultaneously served warrants seeking weapons and drugs from suspected felons. Nabbed by officers were six highly sought suspects, including two suspected of the murder of Daniel Ramirez and another who allegedly sold more than a dozen illegal weapons to undercover officers including AR-15 and AK-47 military grade weapons.

Posted on a board in the Hemet City Hall Chambers were six of the suspects. Those persons shown in custody and arrested in the operation included Andrew Crawford, Alfredo Escueda, Manuel and Moses Olaez, Edwardo Stultz and Amy Silva. Silva remains at large; the GIT agents suspect she has gang affiliations. Stories of each of the suspects’ alleged crimes were relayed to media by members of the gang impact team.

The Olaez brothers, according to Chief Brown, had in their possession an M1 .30-caliber rifle allegedly used in the Nov. 4, 2016, murder of Daniel Ramirez; it was seized by the gang impact team.

After a forensic test on the rifle, the brothers were arrested on suspicion of first degree murder.

Brown said a 24-year-old female was killed in Hemet, Jan. 6.

Her brother Alfredo Escueda was identified as a possible suspect.

He fled and went into hiding in Los Angeles. The gang impact team after a lengthy surveillance apprehended him.

Crawford, a Hemet resident, was the object of a gang impact team undercover weapons “buy” of 12 firearms including several assault weapons and other illegal weapons, Brown said. He is now facing both federal and state charges.

District Attorney Mike Hestrin spoke to the media, quickly citing California Assembly Bill 109 and Proposition 47 passed by the voters as “disaster” for Riverside County law enforcement and suggesting

Six Hemet San Jacinto Valley residents are in police custody for alleged crimes or criminal acts after their arrests following lengthy investigations by the District Attorney’s Gang Impact Team. Four hundred GIT team members fanned out in the Valley the morning of June 29 to make 24 felony arrests and seize any illegal weapons. Hemet Police Chief Dave Brown posted their photos at a news conference and explained why they were arrested.

the addition of the federal law enforcement agents into gang impact team was a move to have suspected criminals face federal as well as state charges if warranted.

“Here is the strategy – we want the option of putting these dangerous criminals behind bars for as long as possible. Where state laws have failed for the people of California, federal laws sometimes are applicable, and if they are applicable, we will go down that road.”

Hestrin said. “These are not petty minor criminal offenders. These are dangerous people that are violent, selling these guns. They are fueling the drug trade. They are fueling the violence of the gang problem in Riverside County. These are people who need to be behind bars for as long as possible.

“AB 109 and Prop 47 have been a disaster for Riverside County,” he said. “We are not going to throw up our hands and say, well, you can’t do anything. I think this shows that we are going to do whatever we can take the initiative. We are going to fight back, and where we have to work around these laws that are hampering us, we will.”

He noted that those suspects in custody in the GIT operation, now totaling 47, may be guilty of both state and federal crimes, and if they can’t be tried under state laws, they can be under the federal law. He added it is likely that most would face state law violations and be tried in the state courts.

He sent out a warning to the remaining criminals in the Hemet San Jacinto Valley.

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Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin tells the media that the “Operation Valley Vigilance” crackdown on gang members and other criminals in the Hemet San Jacinto Valley is well underway, and they will be caught.

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Homeland Security and the Border Patrol agents involved in the operation said any suspects that have been arrested in the operation if found to be illegal aliens will be sent back across the borders if they are not first convicted in American courts. Three of the five suspects described in the news conference, according to the border patrol, were in the U.S. illegally.

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Hemet Council seeks ‘strategic plan’ before fiscal year 2017-18 budget approval Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The majority of the Hemet City Council voted to delay the approval of the proposed 2017-2018 budget for at least several weeks to work out a “strategic plan” for the city and revise the way the budget should be presented.

Normally, a city’s Capital Improvement Plan and Operations budget should be approved by city council not later than July 1, but it can be delayed if the previous fiscal year budget is continued line by line so due bills can still be

TRAFFICKING from page A-1 of recruitment. It is extremely rampant.”

Do nice girls from good families get caught in this?

“Some of the recruited girls do come from foster homes or juvenile hall, or are runaways and displaced youth. I’m sure many of them have been documented in one way or another in the Child Welfare Services system. On the other hand, some of the trafficked girls come from ‘normal’ lives and families, too,” he said.

A Polaris study “The Typology of Modern Slavery Defining Sex and Labor Trafficking in the United States” described the recruitment of young people.

“Recruitment victims may be tricked into a situation through fraudulent job offers, such as fake modeling contracts. Traffickers may also recruit victims by pretending to have a romantic interest

and Bonnie Wright, along with Mayor Pro Tem Michael Perciful, voted “No” for the proposed 201718 General Fund and CIP budget.

Mayor Linda Krupa and Councilman Russ Brown were in favor of approving the proposal.

Meyer said she “could not vote” for the proposed fiscal year 201718 CIP budget because the city had no “strategic plan,” outlining for residents’ special goals and projects with exact costs provided by each department head and the finance director.

In past years, the Hemet council has had no strategic plan, and thus,

no way for residents to see and understand the city’s spending. Meyer said the staff had not provided the specific information she had asked for, and argued new councilmembers needed to see a strategic plan to know how to budget the city money properly.

The council will be meeting again, most likely in public session, to discuss a new city strategic plan and how future department-level fiscal year budget proposals should be by the city manager and the finance director.

paid with the projected incoming revenues.

That is the action Hemet city council elected to do at the June 27 meeting, with the council planning to work out a strategic plan for the next fiscal year and Capital Improvement Plans the next five years with the revenues and expenditures kept up to date by each of the city departments.

Excluded from the delay were expenditures from anticipated Measure U sales tax revenues, earmarked for the police, fire and medical services in the city. New officers and firefighters hired in

recent months will continue to be paid as contracted while the search for additional police and fire personnel will continue, in keeping with the spirit of Measure U. The council also approved an amendment of the General Fund Reserve Policy ensuring Measure U funds will be directed exclusively to public safety, as voters have demanded.

All due bills coming to the city from the previous fiscal year will receive their payments after they come in, even with the budget approval delay.

Councilwomen Karlee Meyer

in the victim or falsely promising that they can provide shelter, financial support or other benefits,” the study said.

Locally, one activist has heard of instances where parties are used to recruit or outright kidnap young people. Drugs may be a factor in this tactic as well.

This reality is one mother’s nightmare.

“Social media had just become a very popular thing when our daughter was a junior in high school. Her phone was given to her to stay in touch with friends and family, and in case of an emergency, she could contact us immediately,” Nancy explained. “Never in our lifetime did we ever think that the phone would open a door to the most evil people who are out there just waiting to prey on our children. Everything had seemed to be going well with my daughter’s life. She had plenty of friends, just graduated from high school and had a family who truly

supported her in every way. had fliers printed out and sent out relocates the survivor to another “During summer, right after the message of a missing person to city where the demand for comgraduation, my daughter was in- all the bus stations, train station, mercial sex is booming. Over the vited to stay with some family for airport, taxi services and even the years, there have been fluctuations a few weeks. While she was there, casinos,” Nancy said. “We finally in popular online advertising platshe was in touch with someone she had some help in our search.” forms for commercial sex, but the met online, someone who posed as Nancy and her husband left ev- most prevalent online marketplace a friend, who made her feel special erything and immediately drove to is Backpage.com. and feel like he could not live with- Las Vegas.

Though Backpage closed its U.S. out her – that he was truly falling in “We met with so many people adult services section in January love with her,” she continued. “He and cried with strangers, begging 2017 due to rising pressure from made promises of how happy he anyone and everyone for informa- the U.S. Senate, Backpage has would make her, buying her top-of- tion in case they might have seen accounted for more than 1,300 the-line exotic cars and purchasing our daughter,” she said. “The police cases of trafficking within escort designer clothing and accessories had told us that it was unusual to services and remains a driving for her. They would travel the world see parents searching the streets for force in global sexual exploitation. and live happily ever after.” their children. We were surprised Methods of Control Nancy’s daughter did not share to hear that because why wouldn’t Extreme physical and sexual her conversations with her parents you go look for your children? We violence, often accompanied by or the fact that she was speaking were standing on the strip, handing weapons, is a common method of with someone she had met online. out flyers and screaming her name.” control, as is coercion in the form “Afterward, we found out this One man came up to Nancy and of unmanageable quotas, debts, person was in contact with my her husband and said that he had threats of harm or police involvedaughter almost 24/7,” Nancy said. seen their daughter at the Cosmo- ment, excessive monitoring, gang “The text messages were constant. politan Hotel. intimidation, social isolation and If it wasn’t him texting her, it was a “We ran there and did not see constant surveillance. Traffickers ‘friend’ of his telling her she should our daughter anywhere,” Nancy often condition victims to believe come and meet him in person and said. “A woman came up to us and they are the only ones who care the sooner the better. Our daughter said she had seen our daughter for them, manipulating an attachwas brainwashed. She fell for his in another hotel but wanted us ment bond that makes the decision lies. She ran away. We were devas- to know that she was ‘working.’ to leave the trafficker extremely tated, and our lives difficult. went from nearly But is this really “Social media is one of the greatest tools trafperfect to Hell! happening locally?

“We had enough fickers use to find, exploit and turn young girls According to the of our wits togeth- away from their families to the prostitution life.” g r o u n d b r e a k i n g er to start using the Sgt. Matt Blumenthal, San Diego County Sheriff’s study, “Measuring the internet to search Nature and Extent of for clues as to Department of Human Trafficking Task Force Gang Involvement in where to begin to Sex Trafficking in San look for her. We were in a panic. WORKING? Our hearts dropped Diego” published by the National Something told me to get our phone once again, but we didn’t care. We Institute of Justice, recruitment into bill and start calling numbers,” just wanted to find her and bring the commercial sexual exploitation she said. of a child is happening at San Diego her home.

There were so many numbers “That man that had promised my County high schools. on her daughter’s phone bill, but daughter the world was a pimp, and “We held conversations with one with a 702 area code kept his ‘friend’ that was also texting my 140 county school administrapopping up. daughter was his ‘bottom bitch’ – tors and staff from 20 schools “We did not have family that his recruiter. It is her job to talk the in North County, South County, lived in Vegas, or even have friends girls into leaving everything behind East County and Central San Dithat had a 702 area code. Imme- for a glamorous life,” Nancy said. ego. All schools confirmed that diately I contacted the Las Vegas With the help of the detectives, recruitment was happening on Metropolitan Police Department, Nancy and her husband were able their campuses. Eighteen of the 20 and the captain that answered the to find their daughter who told them schools confirmed CSEC cases on phone at that moment was the exact that when she met this guy after their combined campuses; all 20 angel that I needed,” Nancy ex- landing in Vegas, he asked her, confirmed suspected cases. Our plained. “He heard the desperation “What dress did you bring?” findings confirm previous studies in my voice, and as he tried to calm She said, “I didn’t bring a dress, showing that young people most me down, he said that thousands why do I need a dress?” vulnerable to CSEC are those who of children end up on the streets in “Thank God she was safe and experience abuse and neglect in the Vegas and that he was going to do still in the Vegas area. We were home, are runaways or homeless, everything in his power to help me lucky,” Nancy explained. “Some identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, find my daughter.” girls are taken to Vegas only to Transgender and or Questioning Within minutes, Nancy received be sold and taken out of state to and experience mental health isa call from a vice detective who other countries to be sex slaves. sues and or trauma. Gang members asked her “all kinds of questions.” Our story is hard. I never thought actively recruit by “swooping in” And with all those questions, all she this would ever happen to us. My on newcomers to school; enticing could answer was what she saw on advice to anyone is to be active in vulnerable children with material the phone bill since her daughter your kid’s phone conversations, and emotional support. In addition, did not share that she had met a texts messages, internet use. They many youth are recruited explicitly stranger online. are quick to download apps, and by family members who force them “Our daughter was lost in more there are apps that look innocent into CSEC, or implicitly by famways than one. She completely but are not. There are predators of ily members who are themselves forgot everything that we taught all different ages, colors and even pimps/facilitators or prostituted her while she was growing up – sex. These people don’t care about individuals and for whom ‘the life’ you know, the usual don’t talk to anyone; they don’t care about our is a way of life.” strangers,” Nancy said. “We were a children. They just want money According to interviews, clients very tight knit family. My husband so that they can continue to buy of commercial sex come from all and I have been married for over themselves whatever they want at socioeconomic backgrounds and 20 years. We have two children our children expense.” ethnic backgrounds. The demand and what we thought was a very The aforementioned Polaris for commercial sex is widespread, happy home. The detective said study described the type of prostitu- buoyed by cultural acceptance and you typically find girls on the street tion this daughter was being tricked perceived impunity. from broken homes. It’s not very into as escort services, which are *From the groundbreaking study, common to have a runaway from “sold” mostly through internet sites “Measuring the Nature and Exa home where there is a mom and such as Backpage.com. The owner tent of Gang Involvement in Sex dad. We could not believe this was of Backpage was just arrested on Trafficking in San Diego,” the happening to our family and still charges related to aiding traffick- National Institute of Justice, the did not know where our daughter ing; however, the site is still active. research, development, and evaluawas exactly. She definitely was not There are more than 20 mil- tion agency of the U.S. Department using her phone to contact us.” lion victims of human trafficking of Justice, has been a leader in the Nancy made a few more phone globally, and there have been over United States in funding and comcalls to all kinds of nonprofit orga- 31,660 cases identified on a U.S. missioning research on trafficking nizations that focus on runaways. issues. This project was supported trafficking hotline.

“A few said, ‘Well, she is 18 and “Escort services” is a broad term by Award No. 2012-R2-CX-0028, a legal adult, so there is nothing used widely in the commercial awarded by the National Institute of we can do.’ 18? Legal adult? Are sex trade, referring to commercial Justice, Office of Justice Programs, you kidding me? She just got her sex acts that primarily occur at a U.S. Department of Justice. The driver’s license two years ago; she temporary indoor location. The opinions, findings and conclusions just graduated from high school… operations are often described as or recommendations expressed in Legal adult never entered my “outcall,” where traffickers deliver this study are those of the author(s) mind,” Nancy said. “She was my victims to a buyer’s hotel room or and do not necessarily reflect those baby, and she is missing! residence for “private parties,” or of the Department of Justice. In ad“I found my second angel – a as “in-call,” where potential buyers dition, members of the San Diego woman at a nonprofit organization cycle in and out of a hotel room County Human Trafficking and in Las Vegas who felt my pain and where the trafficker has confined Commercial Sexual Exploitation said that she was going to put our the victim for extended stays. of Children Advisory Council supinformation in her system even These cyclical business op- ported the study. though my daughter was 18. She erations repeat once the trafficker

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Anything is possible with passion and the American Dream Natalie Witt VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Many Americans have forgotten the value of the American dream and instead take our freedom for granted. People from around the world leave everything they love and cherish behind in order to come to America to pursue their aspirations and to become successful through hard work and dedication.

Vlada Vladic, who emigrated from Serbia to America 30 years ago, risked everything to come to America. Vladic grew up in what most Americans would consider the “old-world” way of living. Her family, like those around hers, lived off the land and learned to make the most out of meager surroundings.

She desperately wanted to take these skills and use them in a new place where she would be exposed to opportunities and freedom, which she never had back in Serbia.

She could have gone anywhere, as she has family all around the world, but instead she chose America where she had no one. Vladic was only 19 and had two dollars in her pocket, but she was determined to leave her old life behind and start fresh. Her enthusiasm to be successful enabled her to be fearless in pursuing her many endeavors after first setting foot in the “land of the free.”

Over the years, Vladic has started her own nonprofit organization, Vlada’s Seeds of Life, and has created a family program called “Cooking and Kids.” The inspiration behind both endeavors was Vladic’s combined passion for giving back to the community and cooking. She believes that cooking serves as a core factor to unite any family, and whatever can help reunite a family can also reunite the country.

“If you don’t feed the minds (of young people), you can’t expect to have a great generation,” she said.

Vlada’s Seeds of Life is a Temecula-based nonprofit that aims to reunite families and communities by sharing the love, not only for quality food, but also for the enriching experiences attained when children are engaged in the process

Vlada Vladic of nonprofit Vlada’s Seeds of Life and Southwest Healthcare System team up to produce “Cooking and Kids,” a cooking show that teaches kids how to cook with their families and enjoy healthy meals together.

of bringing that good to the table.

Their mission is to educate, enable, energize and engage families to reconnect through a shared passion for food and family. Although food is the medium, family is the message, and this message is shared through “Cooking and Kids,” a television program that resonates with children and parents alike through recipes that are simple, nutritious, fun to prepare and that appeal to all ages. The program represents positivity and the American family, with no negativity or sense of competition. Their current sponsors include Southwest Healthcare System and Kohl’s.

In her programs, Vladic has slowly incorporated sights and places around Temecula to show her audience healthy communities like ours. Vladic is extremely proud of Temecula and is happy to call it her hometown.

“We have something special and unique going on here,” she said. “I would love to (tell the) story of this town and share it as an example for the rest of the country.”

Over such a short period of time, Vladic found that she had never experienced such ample amount of opportunities in life and was extremely grateful for all of her blessings thus far. Although her dreams have come true, she fears that other Americans fail to see

their own potential and their ability to impact others.

“People have become dormant,” she explained, “Coming from a communist country, I cannot have enough of freedom.”

Although she has accomplished a lot through her hard work, Vladic’s journey has been one with many obstacles. At first, Vladic also had to work through her Englishspeaking limitations and teach herself how to film and edit video in order to produce her programs.

“I am an ordinary mom with no background in production,” she admitted. Yet, Vladic has managed to get “Cooking and Kids” in schools, libraries and many other educational institutions to inspire children and their families. “(‘Cooking and Kids’ has had a) humble beginning but has already accomplished so much,” she said.

Vladic is also working on getting “Cooking and Kids” on PBS, which would allow the program to be broadcast across the entire country and in every home in America.

Apart from her hard work with her cooking program, Vladic has also independently funded her nonprofit for seven years and has struggled financially at times. Even so, the widowed mother of two has been able to pull herself out of each situation and managed to land right back on her feet again.

Vlada Vladic, formerly of Serbia, has found the American Dream and continues to help other recognize the value of freedom and family with her nonprofit group, Vlada’s Seeds of Life, which produces, among other things, a video program called “Cooking and Kids,” now sponsored by Southwest Healthcare System.

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“It is a matter of confidence,” she said. “Nothing can stop you if you have confidence.”

Vladic encourages people to consider what they enjoy doing the most, like she did with cooking. Once they can recognize what they are most passionate about, they are able to make a difference in that area. She hopes that people who have yet to immigrate to America will be greeted with the same abundance of opportunities as she had been. This country inspires her, and in turn, she wants to inspire this country.

“There is no place I would rather be,” she said.

Vladic will continue to pursue

her dreams as long as God wills her to do so and as long as she physically can, she said. She hopes that her story will inspire others to strive to achieve goals that are thought to be impossible because she is living proof that the impossible is possible.

Americans must remember how lucky we are to have freedom.

With freedom, every single person is able to make a difference and influence others’ lives. Vladic’s experience shows how the human spirit is capable of doing anything and everything imaginable, and it all starts with recognizing a dream and making it come true.

Whitson named to the spring 2017 dean’s honor roll at Oklahoma City University OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma City University is proud to announce that Blaine Whitson of Temecula has been named to the spring 2017 dean’s honor roll.

The status is awarded to students who successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

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Respected city manager Rick Dudley retires cessful as Rick Dudley,” Gibbs said.

Dudley said city department heads got together to prioritize essential services and minimize the impact on the community as much as possible. The goal, Dudley said, was for residents not to notice the cuts, something he thinks the city was successful in doing.

“I’m not saying they didn’t notice all of them – certainly we had weeds growing up in places where we would rather they not – but for the most part, most people didn’t see too much impact,” he said.

Dudley’s long career in public administration was never a sure thing.

“Well, I was one of those people that was casting about trying to figure it out,” he said of his early years at San Diego State University in the 1980s. A dean suggested he take a computerized aptitude test to find a suitable career field, he said.

“It narrowed it down to either hospital administration or public administration,” Dudley said. “And there were more cities than there were hospitals in San Diego County, so I thought, cities sound good.”

From there, he interned at the city of Lemon Grove, got a temp job in Escondido and landed an aide position at Vista City Hall a couple months before graduating college, where he stayed for over 20 years.

He had worked his way up to the title of assistant city manager

under his tenure.

“If there’s anything good about a recession – and not that there’s a lot good about it – prices dropped,” he said.

As a result of the fall in construction prices, he said the Clinton Keith interchange project was built for millions less than anticipated.

“You actually get a lot more, if you’ll pardon the road expression, mileage out of your money during recessions,” Dudley said. “To the point where, one time I kind of jokingly thought, ‘I’m going to start saving money for the next recession,’ because they’re cyclical, and you get so much more value.”

These infrastructure projects were also made possible in part by federal and state money earmarked for such capital improvement expenses. This money, however, could not be used for operational costs such as police and fire, leaving the city playing the economic version of Tetris to stay afloat.

Dudley is modest about his part in guiding the city of Murrieta through the worst economic calamity in a lifetime, but Mayor Rick Gibbs is quick to bestow the credit on the longtime city manager. Gibbs said it was Dudley’s unique abilities as a city manager that allowed the city to strategically weather the recession.

“I do not think that any other city manager would have been as suc-

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At 10 years on the job, Rick Dudley was Murrieta city manager for longer than any other individual to hold the position. But even at the end of his tenure, the power still hasn’t gone to his head.

Dudley speaks humbly when asked about the many things accomplished over his time in Murrieta’s top job, which he left at the end of June.

“The department heads really manage it,” he said. “I’m the coach.

The encourager. They do the management, and the staff really does the work.”

But once past the issue of who’s really responsible, Dudley will readily state the city of Murrieta as an organization has done a lot since he took over in November 2007.

The city has completed a number of major infrastructure projects, including the California Oaks Road-Interstate 15 interchange, the Clinton Keith Road-Interstate 215 interchange and the Los Alamos Road overpass, to name a few.

All of these projects were completed despite a crippling recession that manifested itself just as Dudley was settling into his new position.

Dudley said the recession actually made it easier to complete some of the infrastructure projects finished

Wildomar awaits funds for vehicle licensing fees, still face possibility of budget shortfall Will Fritz VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The city of Wildomar will face a slight budget shortfall for the 20182019 fiscal year, according to the biennial budget approved Wednesday by city council.

For 2017-2018, the budget remains in the black, but it calls for drawing approximately $140,000 from reserves in 2018-2019, which will bring reserves down to around $837,000.

To get to the city’s goal of holding 10 percent of expenditures in reserves, the city would need over $200,000 more next year.

However, not included in the budget approved Wednesday is the approximately $2.3 million the city is set to receive from state vehicle licensing fees, which a bill signed

by Gov. Jerry Brown returned to the city in May. The delay is because the governor has not set a date for sending the money, Wildomar city manager Gary Nordquist said at Wednesday’s meeting.

“You’ve heard of ‘trust but verify,’ but with the state it’s just ‘verify,’” he said.

So it’s likely that VLF funds will negate the deficit currently predicted.

The city budget totals about $21 million for 2017-2018 and $24 million for the 2018-2019. About half of monies from both budgets come from the city general fund.

The city has budgeted for eight full-time police officers, or about one officer for every 4,000 residents.

But despite the increased costs, Councilwoman Bridgette Moore said she’s satisfied with the job the sheriff’s office is doing.

“We were on the safest cities list of 100 cities,” she said. “We were number 71. And we were recognized.

So we may have a very small department, but they’re doing their job and we’ve got good people and that was fantastic to see.”

“The service levels that have been provided to the city have just been incredible, but that’s just the cost,” Nordquist said in response. “Those are the numbers. That’s the sales tax, that’s the cost of police, and like I said, we don’t have a robust service level of police, so it’s just a real challenge.”

Adding to the increased public safety costs is the loss of a $300,000 police credit from the county set to expire on the city’s 10th anniversary.

“When we incorporated, the county saved money,” Nordquist explained. “Well, the money that they saved, they had to share with us for 10 years.”

The council also approved an approximately $500,000 budget for both years for the Wildomar Public Cemetery District, for which the council doubles as the board of trustees.

It’s a very conservative budget, Nordquist said.

“It’s a survival budget, base service levels. There’s no staff (additions), there’s no cost of living increases,” he said.

There are, however, increases for some staff based on performance, as well as increases for executive staff based upon contractual obligations.

The budget provides no increase to staff insurance benefits, which Nordquist said have been at the same level since 2008, when the city incorporated.

Sales tax revenue is expected to increase 8 percent over last year, though Nordquist said it does not factor in sales tax from projects that have not broken ground but are expected to be completed by the end of the 2019 fiscal year. Property taxes are expected to increase 5 percent.

Increases in police costs – which the city contracts with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office – negate the property tax increases and are partly to blame for the projected deficit, Nordquist said.

Wildomar Mayor Timothy Walker said he was concerned.

“Every dime we get in property tax goes just to the sheriff’s contract, so I thought that was amazing, myself,” Walker said. “Disturbing, too.”

Nordquist agreed it was concerning, and noted that despite the increases, the city still will not receive a substantial police force.

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“It’s a very hometown feeling,” he said. “Despite the fact that we have a population of just about 115,000, it retains the flavor of a community of 15,000. That’s huge.”

Another quality about Murrieta he enjoys is the “color-blindness” he said the community has.

“I don’t hear people describing themselves by ethnicity or anything like that,” Dudley said. “I hear them describing themselves as, well, ‘I’m a coach,’ or ‘I’m a teacher,’ or ‘I’m a dad’, or I’m involved in this project or that volunteer effort and so forth.

‘I’m Murrietan.’ That’s how they see themselves. And how much better do you get than that?”

Dudley, who received numerous gifts and awards from the city council and others at his final council meeting June 20, will be missed by local leaders and officials.

“Being able to work side by side with him at the International Council of Shopping Centers conference every single year and being in some of his meetings and his ability to speak on a level with developers that they understand was very refreshing,” Murrieta Chamber of Commerce CEO Patrick Ellis said.

“His acumen, when it comes to economic development, is second to none compared with city managers I’ve worked with in the past.”

Dudley will be replaced by current assistant city manager Kim Summers.

Governor signs state budget; Republicans criticize spending decisions RIVERSIDE – Gov. Jerry Brown signed a record $125 billion state budget Tuesday for fiscal year 201718 that Republican lawmakers from the Inland Empire generally criticized as pork-barrel spending with minimal accountability and Democrats praised as a sound financial blueprint that funds critical needs.

“California is taking decisive action by enacting a balanced budget,” Brown said after signing the appropriations plan. “This budget provides money to repair roads and bridges, pay down debt, invest in schools ... and provide Medi-Cal health care for millions of Californians.”

When the spending plan was passed on a largely party-line vote just under two weeks ago, Riverside County legislators on both sides of the aisle found one item on which to unite—a provision to continue setting aside funds for the state’s Rainy Day Reserve. Beyond that, there was little commonality.

“As many California families continue to struggle to afford to buy a home and pay the highest taxes in the nation, this year’s record General Fund spending is a 45 percent increase over just six years ago,” said Sen. Jeff Stone, R-Temecula. “Are California families 45 percent better off than they were in 2011? I don’t think so.”

Stone denounced the “hefty pay raises”—upward of $600 million— that will be tendered to state workers under the new budget and blasted the shifting priorities for the $52 billion gas tax approved in April that are contained in the spending plan, including funding for lifeguard and park ranger training.

The senator argued that Democratic lawmakers and the governor promised that funding from Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair & Accountability Act of 2017, would be used exclusively for “infrastructure repairs.”

Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore, also complained that, instead of “fixing our

crumbling roads,” one-third of SB 1 revenue will be dedicated to “nonroad-related projects” under the 2017-18 budget.

She also found fault with taking “nearly half of the billion dollars in revenue from the new cigarette tax (enacted under Proposition 56)” and diverting it to the General Fund.

Sen. Mike Morrell, R-Menifee, took aim at the budget for allocating another $1.1 billion to the California High-Speed Rail Project, viewed by critics as a boondoggle that’s fast becoming financially untenable.

“For this and other reasons, I could not support (the budget),” he said.

Sen Richard Roth, D-Riverside, called the spending plan “fiscally prudent.”

He pointed to a $413 million appropriation for construction of a new California Air Resources Board emissions testing facility on property belonging to UC Riverside as a prospective jobs creator. Roth also praised the budget for setting aside $3 million for the Riverside County Office of Education and putting additional funds toward funding two judicial positions in the county.

Sabrina Cervantes, D-Corona, celebrated an $18 million appropriation for the Jurupa Area Recreation & Park District and $2 million for Norco College’s Veterans Resource Center.

“The state budget is both balanced and prudent,’’ Cervantes said. “It exemplifies fiscal restraint.”

Assemblyman Jose Medina, D-Moreno Valley, pointed to the continuation of the Middle Class Scholarship Program for college students statewide as a win in the budget.

Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, D-Coachella, lauded the budget for earmarking funds for services in “underserved areas throughout the state.”

He said he was heartened by an $8 million allocation for broadband infrastructure build-outs in rural parts of his district and $3 million for expansion of the Cal State San Bernardino-Palm Desert campus.

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“The recruiter called me and said, ‘Hey, I think this would be a really good job for you,’” Dudley said.

After interviewing various candidates, the council narrowed it down to two potential city managers.

“Ultimately, I’m not sure if they made the right choice or not, but it was me,” Dudley joked.

Because he had a child living at home and attending college in the San Diego area at the time of his hiring, Dudley elected not to move to Murrieta at first.

But after a few months, things worked themselves out to the point where it was feasible for him to move north to his new city of employment, he said. And here he has been ever since.

Dudley stuck it out with Murrieta for so long because he believes the city is accomplishing great things.

“This is an awesome city,” he said. “And I mean that as a resident.

I mean that as a local government professional.”

Murrieta has low crime, good parks, green streets – many of the things people want in a city, Dudley said, but the city’s most important quality is its atmosphere.

“You want a sense of community,” he said. “Every city that I know of, no matter how large or small they are, want to feel like a small town.

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Local Senator Stone honors Assistance League of Temecula Valley as ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ SACRAMENTO – Senator Jeff Stone, R-Riverside County, honored the Assistance League of Temecula Valley as the 2017 Nonprofit of the Year for the 28th Senate District.

The Assistance League of Temecula Valley, a 501(c)(3), was incorporated in 1989 with about 50 volunteer members and was chartered in 1993 as the 81st chapter of the National Assistance League.

Across the nation, more than 26,000 volunteers in 120 chapters focus on making their communities better. Last year these chapters combined to return almost $39 million and provide 3.34 million service hours to their local communities.

For over 27 years, the Assistance League of Temecula Valley has been dedicated to serving the people of southwest Riverside County by providing resources to meet the growing communities of

the region.

Last year the 250 volunteers of the Assistance League of Temecula Valley donated more than 34,000 hours of service and returned more than $378,000 to the communities they serve.

“As both a Temecula city councilman and a Riverside County supervisor, I have seen firsthand the impact this great group of volunteers has had on the people of southwest Riverside County,” Stone said. “Through programs

like Operation School Bell, which provides school clothes to many youngsters in the region, and The Thrift Shop, which raises money for numerous philanthropic programs and many other endeavors, the Assistance League has greatly enhanced the lives of thousands of people in our community.”

Wednesday’s recognition was part of the larger celebration of “California Nonprofits Day” at the state Capitol.

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Menifee to open entertainment complex Jacob Preal JPREAL@REEDERMEDIA.COM

An entertainment complex featuring the largest movie screen in California is making its way to Menifee.

Menifee’s planning commission approved the creation of the Krikorian Theater Retail Commercial Center at their meeting Wednesday evening. The center will bring 170,410 square feet of theaters, restaurants, bars and bowling alleys to Menifee Town Center, the city’s future downtown area.

George Krikorian, manager and president of Showprop Menifee the group applying for the creation of the entertainment center, said he wanted to create a high-end viewing experience in the city of Menifee. He said each theater auditorium will be spacious, and all seating in the theaters will have reclining, electronic seats so visitors can lounge around in comfort.

He added that one of these movie auditoriums will have a 100-foot-wide screen – the largest in California.

“What it does do is provide the community with an incredible viewing experience that no one else can get anywhere else right now, in the state of California,” he said. “We are really proud about that.”

Krikorian also said he envisions the ability for moviegoers to order their tickets and food in advance, as one would make a restaurant reservation, in the theater complex.

“They have full in-seat dining,” he said. “So you can enjoy a nice drink, food made from scratch, and I think people will be very pleased when they see what our menus are going to be.”

In addition to theaters, Krikorian added there will be bowling lanes for casual bowlers and a laser tag arena for children to play in. The complex will also include sports bars and outdoor patios.

“When you put them all together, it’s going to be a very unique entertainment facility,” Krikorian said.

Construction of the complex will be in phases over the next few years.

Phase I will see the creation of a 122,090-square-foot commercial center, Krikorian Premiere Theater, which

will include 12 movie auditoriums, its own dining options, a 9,320-squarefoot sports bar, a 7,200-square-foot gaming area and a 22-lane bowling alley. According to the project’s specific plan, the theater will operate every day, 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.

In addition, Phase I will initiate the construction of an 8,600-square-foot restaurant and a 12,500-square-foot multi-tenant building for a bank and quick-service restaurant. A 4,676-square-foot outdoor plaza will also be constructed under Phase I. Phase II will see the expansion of the theater to 135,310 square feet, which will add four more movie auditoriums. However, Phase II will not be developed until off-site parking for construction is made available at the vacant County Courthouse project site, immediately south of the commercial center.

Phase II will also add two 7,000-square-foot buildings for retail or quick-service restaurants and another outdoor plaza at 4,367 square feet.

Commissioner Chris Thomas said he was concerned Phase II could not be completed in a timely fashion because it was tied to the County Courthouse project.

Earl Phillips, vice chair of the commission, suggested the plan be amended in order to include a parking structure so the complex could be built all at once.

Krikorian said he was willing to listen to recommendations from the planning commission in order to complete the complex all at once, but added that the construction of a parking structure would not be economically viable.

The planning commission approved the commercial center despite its dependence on the County Courthouse project for parking during construction.

Timothy Dalton, executive director of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber was excited for the project and thinks it will jump-start development in Menifee.

“This is the type of project that Menifee needs that will just drive further development, be a regional draw,” he said. “We’re excited for this project to get started.”

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Hemet resident receives Silver Star from Congress for actions in Vietnam 50 years ago

The nation’s most recent Silver Star honoree, Vietnam veteran Don “Donnie” Simpson, center top, is arm in arm with his extended family of 5 children and their wives and grandchildren, following a special ceremony July 1 at American Legion Post 53 in Hemet. Simpson earned his Silver Star for saving 14 of his squad during a firefight in a Vietnamese jungle in 1967.

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Longtime Hemet resident Don “Donnie” Simpson was awarded the Silver Star, the third highest U.S. military honor, in a special ceremony July 1 at Hemet American Legion Post 53.

“I had to do what I had to do,” Simpson, a Vietnam War veteran and former army rifleman and radiotelephone operator, said of the actions he took that would later earn him his Silver Star.

On the day in question – February 12, 1967 – his Army reconnaissance team was dropped off from a helicopter in the Vietnamese jungle in an area called Bonsong, and came under heavy fire. Simpson, seeing members his squad being hit, took cover behind a hedge and opened fire on the “considerable enemy.”

Simpson was separated from his squad, and the situation was becoming more critical by the second. Bullets whizzed overhead and nipped at his uniform. He was fired at every time he moved. But despite his extremely prone posi-

tion, Simpson was able to radio for help and successfully direct an airstrike crew to the enemy.

Though four men were killed and eight wounded out of the 18 in Simpson’s squad, the survivors were able to move to safety after the airstrikes.

Congressman Raul Ruiz, DCoachella, presented Simpson with his Silver Star during the ceremony.

Ruiz called Simpson “a local hometown American hero.”

“He was raised right here in Hemet,” Ruiz said. “He graduated from Hemet High School.”

Simpson was drafted into the Army in 1966 at the age of 19, and was soon ordered to Vietnam, where he served in many combat missions until leaving with an honorable discharge in 1968 as a sergeant.

“His bravery was at great personal risk to himself and allowed his comrades to complete an airstrike on the enemy,” Ruiz said of Simpson. “His initiative and courage was absolutely critical in ensuring the engagement was a success and his fellow soldiers were safe” Simpson has already received

his Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and National Defense Medal. But at the time of his discharge, he did not have or expect the Silver Star or other honors he received Saturday at his Hemet American Legion Hall – 49 years later.

“I never thought about this for 45 years,” Simpson said before accepting the honors. “I didn’t feel like anything. I did what I had to do and it was a lot to help myself survive too.”

He recalled what he felt when he first got to Vietnam.

“You know, No. 1, you are scared,” he said. “When you first get there, you don’t know what’s going on. You have no idea.”

He credited his platoon sergeants, Korean War veterans, for the training that brought him through many missions where he fought with gallantry and unselfishness.

Simpson, who’s been married to his wife Susie for 47 years and employed with Eastern Municipal Water District for nearly as many, remained active with American

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With his new Silver Star pinned to his coat, Vietnam War veteran and Hemet Valley native Don “Donnie” Simpson stands proudly with his Tony Ault photos wife of 46 years, Susie.

Legion Post 53 in Hemet after his discharge, having connected with others from the 5th Calvary, 1st Calvary Division who served in Vietnam.

One of Simpson’s fellow legionnaires, having heard the story, believed Simpson deserved more recognition for his service and reached out to Patrick Keplinger, a Veterans case worker. Keplinger then worked with Ruiz to get Simpson his Silver Star. Ruiz recommended Simpson for the award.

Keplinger, who has worked to get many other veterans recognized for their long-ago actions, sad Simpson and his role in fighting the nation’s enemies met the criteria for actions deserving of the Silver Star.

“The Silver Star is for personal actions against an enemy,” Keplinger said. “Don did those personal actions to save every one of those guys.”

Actions deserving of a Sliver Star must take place while engaged against an opposing force, and must be beyond those above all other combat decorations, except the Medal of Honor or a Service Cross.

“There are not many Silver Stars awarded,” Keplinger said.

Simpson, standing with his wife, wiped tears from his eyes while

having the star pinned to his coat

by Ruiz.

He also received certificates of appreciation from state legislators, as well as county and city elected officials.

Among the loudest cheers heard from the crowd gathered for ceremony were members of his large extended family present—including five children, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

“Way to go Dad!” one shouted.

Simpson continues to serve veterans in the community. He is a member of the Post 53 Honor Guard and has participated in more than 500 military services at the Riverside National Cemetery.

Simpson said he has great respect for the servicemen now serving across the world.

“I wish them the best. I am so proud they are serving,” he said.

“You know they are all volunteers, they give willingly. They joined to do what they do.”

Simpson learned after the ceremony that his would be the “Grand Marshall” at the July 4 Independence Day Parade in San Jacinto.

The Valley News thanks you for your service, Don “Donnie” Simpson.

Salary figures released for top paid officials RIVERSIDE – The top 10 highest paid officials in Riverside County government last year were mainly in healthcare, though several county executives also made the list, according to data published Tuesday, June 27, by the California State Controller’s Office.

State Controller Betty Yee released the 2016 “Government Compensation in California” report to show how taxpayer funds were spent and who was receiving what for being on the public payroll.

The data showed that the largest composite salary in the Riverside County region in 2016— $539,603—went to the chief engineer and manager of the Flood Control & Water Conservation District. That amount included base pay, “lump sum” distributions, such as for unused vacation time, per diem allowances and possibly retirement payouts, according to the controller’s office.

Jason Uhley was appointed to the position in May of last year, following the retirement of Warren “Dusty” Williams. County Executive Officer Ray Smith told City News Service that the sum likely represents a combination of final payments to Williams and most of Uhley’s annual pay.

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aggregate pay was also topped by two sheriff’s lieutenants and a captain, though it was unclear whether their compensation included early retirement packages.

In government speak, when the subordinate makes more than the superior, it’s called “compaction.”

The Riverside County board of supervisors in 2014 hiked Sniff’s salary in an attempt to fix the disparity.

Three staff psychiatrists at the Department of Mental Health were just behind the chief deputy sheriff, taking in an average $407,000 in 2016. The mental health specialists were making sizable sums from overtime pay, data showed.

Riverside University Health System’s chief medical officer, Dr. Arnold Tabuenca, received $384,126 in total compensation, making him the sixth-highest paid official in county government.

CEO Jay Orr was the seventh at $383,127, followed by Riverside University Health System Director Zareh Sarrafian at $370,350, according to the report.

Two other staff psychiatrists rounded out the top 10, one taking in $363,449 last year and the other $351,213.

The controller’s website indicated the average pay for a county employee last year was $62,790.

The county employs just under 20,000 people, and roughly $1.56 billion in total wages were paid in 2016.

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Temecula Lit tle Leaguers find post season success in All-Stars

Players from the Temecula Little League Intermediate 50/70 All Star team celebrate after their win.

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The Temecula Little League 10/11/12 year old All-Star team won the District 28 Championship.

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As the season begins to wind down, players’, parents and fans thoughts turn toward the second season of their favorite spring sport, which is All-Stars. For the local Little League affiliates, by direction of the board of directors, most participate in the four available levels of All Stars; ages 9-10, 10-11, 11-12 [Majors] and 13-14, which is the Intermediate 50/70 Division.

The 9-10 and 10-11 divisions play in District tournaments with

the winner advancing to the State Little League Tournament. The older players have the same opportunities with State winners moving on to Regionals and then those Regional winners will then advance to play in the LL World Series: the ultimate prize!

The All Star run is a long one and will encompass an entire summer for those that advance to the end, even taking up some of the first weeks of school. Quite a few Temecula teams have already begun their journey and one will even look to continue their success in the coming weeks. The 10/11/12

All Star team won the District 28 Championship and will represent District 28 in the Section 9 tournament beginning July 8, The Intermediate 9/10/11 year old All-Star team lost to Murrieta National Little League last week, eliminating them from the District 28 tournament and the Intermediate 50/70 All-Star team, who won the District Title against Canyon Lake last week but lost to District 72, eliminating them from the Section 9 tournament.

“We were very proud to have these teams represent us. The players and coaches did an amazing job

The Temecula Little League Intermediate 50/70 All Star team won the District Title with a win over Canyon Lake.

making it as far as they did! All of us at TLL want to congratulate these teams for all they accom-

plished this season,” said the board of directors via social media.

Seven years of racing - How to be a par t of the San Diego Triathlon JT Lyons SANDIEGOTRIATHLONCLASSIC@GMAIL.COM

The San Diego Triathlon first started in 2009 and since then, 6,500 people were participants of this race. The goal is to challenge each participant and have them leave with the feeling of accomplishment and appreciation. What makes this event unforgettable is swim that goes under two landmark bridges, a bike course weaving its way through military bases and national parks, and a run course spread out over historic NTC/Liberty Station.

What makes the San Diego Triathlon unique?

The triathlon runs through much of San Diego County, so onlookers and participants get to see a whole new perspective of the city. There

are two courses to choose from, the Sprint course and Olympic.

• The Sprint option consists of 750m of swimming, a 22k bike race then a 5k run, to top it off.

• The Olympic race is a more difficult version of the sprint. It starts off with 1,500m of swimming, a 40k bike race and it climaxes with a 10k run.

The beauty of the competition The swimming portion is completed in the refreshing waters of San Diego Bay, then the triathlon transitions through to the Naval Base at Point Loma and onward to Cabrillo National Monument.

The running course will take them through NTC Park at Liberty Station; it then carries on through to the scenic Ingram Plaza. If they don’t feel ready or are a newbie to the race, then they can try the team

challenge, which will prepare them since they will be trained twice a week with a local coach. The best part of the team challenge is that it also raises money for funding research into Crohn’s disease and colitis.

Give a helping hand Partaking in the triathlon itself is not the only way to get involved and make a difference. The event wouldn’t even be possible without the selfless volunteers that donate their time and efforts. Since the San Diego Triathlon runs over a few days, there is so much to be done to prepare for the event! In this case why not ask your friends and family to join in too, the more the merrier. Come along on the big day to watch the contestant’s swimming, cycling and running their way to the finish line.

The swimming portion of the San Diego Triathlon is completed in the refreshing waters of San Diego Bay.

The Sprint option of the San Diego Triathlon consists of 750m of swimming, a 22k bike race then a 5k run.

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Sign up to be a sponsor Sponsoring the triathlon is a great way to support the cause. Inquire to see what is available. It’s also a great opportunity to get noticed in the community through flyers, banners, t-shirts and on the San Diego Triathlon website.

This could be the year for entrants to push their physical limits and test their endurance, or even to train to try and attempt the race in the future. The San Diego Triathlon is an inspiring sports event that brings people together to appreciate the city and the incredible contestants.

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Wildomar’s Emily Carlin honored at 47th Annual Athletics Award Banquet SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Emily Carlin of Wildomar recently received Booster Club “Player of the Year” during the Elmira College 47th Courtesy photo Annual Athletics Award Banquet.

ELMIRA, NY – Emily Carlin of Wildomar was recently honored during the Elmira College 47th Annual Athletics Award Banquet.

Members from Elmira’s 20 varsity teams, as well as the Sports Medicine Department, received end-of-year awards throughout the night, which included Carlin, who received Booster Club “Player of the Year.”

The award goes to a player who has completed a full season in one sport. Consideration is given to “Sportsmanlike” qualities and outstanding playing contributions in game situations. An award is presented for each individual intercollegiate sport.

Elmira College is a private,

coeducational, Phi Beta Kappa college founded in 1855, located in Elmira, New York. The College has an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1,200 full-time mostly-residential students, and is the guardian of Quarry Farms where Mark Twain summered for decades and where he wrote many of his most iconic novels and is today a research center for visiting Twain scholars. The College has been ranked as a Best College in the Northeast by the Princeton Review and a Top Tier national liberal arts college by U.S. News & World Report, which also ranked Elmira College as a leading college, nationally, for student internships.

The Philadelphia Inquirer cited the Elmira College campus as ‘picture postcard perfect.’

Local golfers place at Junior PGA Section Championships JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

At the Junior PGA Section Championships played June 2930 at California Country Club, Griffin Ferguson of Temecula tied for eighth place in the 15-18 Boys overall and Serena Chon of Murrieta took eighth place in girls 15-18 and tied for 10th in the Girls overall. Ferguson is going into his senior year at Temecula Valley High school and Chon will be attending UCR in the fall where she will continue to play golf.

In the points race for Player of the Year, Brad Stormon from Temecula, representing the Golf Club at Rancho California, is ranked No.55 with 192 points with a third place finish in the Jan. 30 Chapter Challenge at Pelican Hills, a tie for fourth at the Mar 6 SCPGA Four-Ball Challenge at Calencia Country Club and a tie for 28th at the May 15 TPS Series at Rancho La Quinta Country Club. Randy Chang, representing Journey at Pechanga, is ranked at No.106 with 106 points with a fourth place finish at the April 3 spring meeting and Four-Ball Stroke Play and a 12th place finish at the May 24 Pro-Scratch Championship.

The overall champion and runner-up from the Boy’s and Girl’s divisions will advance to

Griffin Ferguson of Temecula tied for eighth place in the 15-18 Boys overall at the Junior PGA Section Championships played June 29-30 at California Country Club.

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the National Junior PGA Championship. The Girl’s Championship will take place July 18-21 while the Boy’s Championship will take place July 31-Aug. 3.

The National Junior PGA Championship will be conducted at The Country Club of St. Albans in St. Albans, Missouri.

All Boys and Girls in the 9-11 division are still welcome to compete in this event, but will not be eligible to advance to the National Junior PGA Championship as there is a minimum age requirement of 12 years old.

Former Nighthawk golfer, Serena Chon of Murrieta, took eighth place in girls 15-18 and tied for 10th in the Girls overall at the Junior PGA Section Championships played June 29-30 at California Country Club.

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The Challenger Division from District 28 Little League recently played Courtesy photos at Marna O’Brien Park in Wildomar.

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District 28 Little League incorporated a “Challenger” division which recently played at Marna O’Brien Park in Wildomar. The Challenger Division of Little League Baseball is a program for mentally and physically disabled youth to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. The program is available to any special needs child between the ages of 5-18, or who is in an ongoing high school program up to the age of 22.

More than the skills of baseball are learned through the experience.

The value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports, the strengthening of

The Challenger Division of Little League Baseball is a program for mentally and physically disabled youth to enjoy the full benefits of participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities.

participants’ self-esteem, the opportunities to mainstream into other divisions of play, and the disciplines of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play which are hallmarks of the Little League program.

The philosophy of the Little League Challenger Division is to provide the framework so that every Little League program may offer a structured, athletic activity for all youth in the community.

Challenger Division participants learn not only the fundamentals of baseball, but also how it feels to be just like other children pulling together as a team, being cheered, and earning awards for their achievements.

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Foods that cats and dogs should never eat

Each year, there are more than 100,000 cases of pet poisoning in the United States.

TEMECULA – Nutritious diets are essential to long-term pet health. Many well-intentioned pet owners feed their pets foods they believe are nutritious, only to learn that certain foods, even those deemed healthy for humans, can be quite dangerous to dogs and cats.

Cats and dogs metabolize foods and other substances differently from humans. WebMD reports that each year, there are more than 100,000 cases of pet poisoning in the United States. Many of these instances were caused by household substances that may seem perfectly harmless. Medications,

cleaning products and certain foods can poison pets. Dogs tend to be at higher risk for food poisoning, particularly because they are less discriminatory with regard to food.

Before caving into the temptation to share snacks with their pets, pet owners should recognize the common foods the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and other pet welfare organizations list as the most likely to contribute to pet poisonings worldwide.

Chocolate is accountable for roughly one-quarter of all toxic

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exposures. Chocolate contains methylxanthines, which are found in cacao seeds. When ingested by pets, methylxanthines can cause excessive thirst and urination, panting, vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal heart rhythm and seizures.

Serious cases can be fatal. Dark chocolate and baking chocolate are especially dangerous for pets.

Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants, whether raw or cooked, can cause kidney failure in dogs.

Not all dogs are affected. However, these fruits should be avoided.

Symptoms include lethargy, diarrhea and vomiting within 24 hours

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of consumption.

Commonly used for brewing beer, hops have become a greater risk for pets now that home brewing as a hobby or side business has become popular. When ingested, hops can cause a rapid heart rate, anxiety, vomiting and other abdominal symptoms. Essential oils and tannins in hops also can cause high fever when pets ingest them.

Macadamia nuts can cause depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia in dogs.

Do not give dogs and cats milk to lap up and avoid giving them high amounts of cheese and other dairy foods. Pets do not possess significant amounts of lactase, the enzyme that breaks down lactose in milk. Therefore, diarrhea and digestive upset is likely to occur when pets consume dairy.

Onions and garlic, the aromatic ingredients are not a good idea for pets, particularly cats. Onions contain an ingredient called thiosulphate, which is toxic to cats and dogs. The ingestion of onions and onion-related foods can cause a condition called hemolytic anemia. The damage it causes to red blood cells can make the cells circulating throughout the pet’s body burst.

Lastly, keep pets away from sugarless gums and candies that contain Xylitol, which also may be used in toothpaste. The substance causes insulin to release in most species, which can lead to liver failure.

Pet owners should be aware that the foods they eat regularly may not be safe for their pets. Always consult with a veterinarian before giving pets foods commonly eaten by humans.

Dogs need water safety too TEMECULA – Dogs have solidified their places in many families. Nowadays, more and more dogs accompany their pet parents on trips to the store, vacations and various recreational pursuits, including trips to the beach or the backyard pool.

Many people assume all dogs can swim and swim well. But WebMD advises that not all dogs are naturalborn swimmers, and some may be more skillful than others. Unfortunately, there’s no way to gauge a dog’s swimming prowess until the animal is introduced to water.

That’s one reason why dog owners must make water safety a priority when taking their pets near water.

Introducing water Make dogs feel comfortable in the water by gradually introducing them to it. Start in an area that can be controlled, such as a kiddie swimming pool that is shallow enough to help dogs if they struggle. Show the dog that the water can be enjoyable. Get in with the dog and let them get acclimated to the feeling of water on its paws. Let your pet set the pace, being certain not to force the issue.

If you’re at the beach or lakeside, throw a stick progressively further from the shore. This playtime can help the dog incrementally adapt to the feeling of deeper water. Tossing your dog into the water or submerging his head can be traumatic.

Recognizing poor swimmers Dogs that have large bodies and short legs often do not swim for fun. American bulldogs, for

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Dog owners must make water safety a priority when taking their pets near water.

example, may not be as skilled or as enthusiastic about swimming as Labradors. If your dog gives you a hard time about swimming or struggles to stay afloat, you may not be able to share laps together. Instead, watch them carefully around the water to prevent accidents should your pet wander in.

Watching for currents At the beach, the same currents and rip tides that can pose a threat to humans can threaten dogs. Even

strong swimmers can be affected in rough surf, and dogs may not have the intellect to escape currents, so it’s best to avoid the situation.

Washed-up fish and seawater also can be threatening to dogs.

Dogs may be enticed by the smell of dead fish but become ill if they consume decomposing marine life. The same is said for drinking seawater. Bring fresh water along to quench the dog’s thirst so they will not be tempted to lap up the

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Life preservers Dogs riding in boats should be fitted with canine life preservers.

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Water and dogs may seem like a natural fit, but individuals should test their dogs’ swimming abilities and exercise precaution whenever their pets are around water.

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Highgate Senior Living to open in late summer TEMECULA – A new assisted living and memory care community will be opening late this summer in the heart of Temecula, near the freeway off Rancho California Road.

Highgate Senior Living is now accepting reservations for both their Manor and Cottage apartments.

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New Medicare cards to offer greater protection to Americans BALTIMORE – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is readying a fraud prevention initiative that removes Social Security numbers from Medicare cards to help combat identity theft and safeguard taxpayer dollars. The new cards will use a unique, randomly assigned number called a Medicare Beneficiary Identifier, to replace the Social Security-based Health Insurance Claim Number currently used on the Medicare card. CMS will begin mailing new cards in April 2018 and will meet the congressional deadline for replacing all Medicare cards by April 2019. Today, CMS kicks-off a multi-faceted outreach campaign to help providers get ready for the

new MBI. “We’re taking this step to protect our seniors from fraudulent use of Social Security numbers which can lead to identity theft and illegal use of Medicare benefits,” CMS administrator Seema Verma said. “We want to be sure that Medicare beneficiaries and health care providers know about these changes well in advance and have the information they need to make a seamless transition.”

Providers and beneficiaries will both be able to use secure look up tools that will support quick access to MBIs when they need them.

There will also be a 21-month transition period where providers will be able to use either the MBI or the

HICN further easing the transition.

CMS testified May 23 before the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means Subcommittee on Social Security and the U.S. House Committee on Oversight & Government Reform Subcommittee on Information Technology, addressing CMS’s comprehensive plan for the removal of Social Security numbers and transition to MBIs. Personal identity theft affects a large and growing number of seniors. People age 65 or older are increasingly the victims of this type of crime. Incidents among seniors increased to 2.6 million from 2.1 million between 2012 and 2014, according to the most current statistics from the Department of

Justice. Identity theft can take not only an emotional toll on those who experience it, but also a financial one: two-thirds of all identity theft victims reported a direct financial loss. It can also disrupt lives, damage credit ratings and result in inaccuracies in medical records and costly false claims.

Work on this important initiative began many years ago and was accelerated following passage of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015. CMS will assign all Medicare beneficiaries a new, unique MBI number which will contain a combination of numbers and uppercase letters.

Beneficiaries will be instructed to safely and securely destroy their

current Medicare cards and keep the new MBI confidential. Issuance of the new MBI will not change the benefits a Medicare beneficiary receives.

CMS is committed to a successful transition to the MBI for people with Medicare and for the health care provider community. CMS has a website, www.cms.gov/medicare/ ssnri/index.html, dedicated to the Social Security Removal Initiative, where providers can find the latest information and sign-up for newsletters.

CMS is also planning regular calls as a way to share updates and answer provider questions before and after new cards are mailed, beginning in April 2018.

benefits it brings. Regular exercise has been shown to help overcome depression, increase self-esteem, reduce stress and anxiety and even improve memory and overall thinking.

So take advantage of this summer weather. And it’s not necessary to become a gym rat. Even

a 10-minute walk every day can surprise you with the benefits it can bring.

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Have you looked outside lately?

Yes, that’s sunshine and warm weather – a perfect time to get out and get moving. Yes, we know you’ve heard it before. And yes, we know you realize you should be moving more, and you’ve meant to get started. Well, maybe these facts can help motivate you.

First, let’s make clear that being sedentary isn’t all your fault.

Today’s world is full of things that make life easier and have reduced physical work.

Take that job of being a homemaker. One British study found that in the early 1950s, the average woman burned more than 1,000 calories a day working around the house. That number has shrunk to about 550 calories a day. Thanks to robot floor vacuums, clothes dryers and all other work-saving appliances. Outside the house? Sitting in front of that computer doesn’t burn many calories.

Fix your ‘sugar belly’ and return wheat to your diet Dr. John Douillard SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Poor wheat.

It seems the golden grain has lost much of its luster, thanks to the gluten-free movement – now a $16-billion-dollar-a-year industry – and a broad-brush bashing that has painted it as the latest food demon.

Wheat has been found guilty without a fair trial. The grains you choose are critical to keeping your blood sugar stable, your weight down and your heart healthy.

There’s plenty of evidence that wheat isn’t the monster that bestselling books like “Grain Brain” and “Wheat Belly” make it out to be.

Whole wheat extends life, reduces the risk of dementia by 54 percent and in study after study prevents the onset of Type 2 diabetes.

The science shows health risks only with refined and processed wheats.

Other culprits include artificial sweeteners and a culture that encourages constant snacking, which can lead to what I call “sugar belly.”

In general, processed foods are quicker to be broken down into sugar, or glucose, which enters the bloodstream faster than whole foods. Excess sugar in the blood will trigger the release of excess insulin, which converts and stores the sugar in the form of unwanted fat and damaging cholesterol particles.

It’s leading to the world’s next great epidemic, a combination of diabetes and obesity that I call “diabesity.”

A balanced and rebooted digestive system should be able to easily process foods like wheat and dairy.

Here are my tips for troubleshooting your sugar belly.

Monitor your blood sugar. If

you have a sweet tooth, carry extra weight around the hips or belly or you’re finding that you’re becoming intolerant to certain foods, try using an over-the-counter glucometer. It could help you determine which foods or stressors are spiking your levels.

Start checking labels. The “Nutrition Facts” will tell you the amount of sugar that is naturally occurring in that food, plus any sugar added in processing. Get in the habit of comparing the sugar content in the products you purchase.

Stop grazing. Between meal snacks have become a must for children and many adults believe eating six small meals a day is a metabolism booster that will help them lose weight. Neither is true. Fat burns efficiently, given a chance, and grazing actually gets in the way.

I don’t mean to downplay the devastation of celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in which the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine, but, the push for gluten-free products and diets has gotten out of hand.

Yes, some people feel bad when they eat wheat. But in most cases, it’s because of a breakdown of the digestive system as a result of a diet of processed foods and pesticides. Taking foods out of the diet won’t fix that, it just kicks the real problem down the road, leaving folks at risk for more serious health concerns.

Dr. John Douillard, a former NBA nutrition expert, is the author of “Eat Wheat: A Scientific and Clinically-Proven Approach to Safely Bringing Wheat and Dairy Back into Your Diet.” For more information, visit www.LifeSpa.com.

At the same time, it’s estimated that the number of calories we eat has increased considerably. Blame it on packaged and processed foods, all those fast food restaurant choices and the fact that we eat out more these days. In 1970, it was estimated that Americans ate an average of about 2,150 calories each day. Today that number is up to 2,760.

So fewer calories burned, but more calories consumed? That might have something to do with the weight and health issues so many of us are facing. So what’s the cure?

Eating smarter and healthier is a big part of the answer. Sometimes that means choosing a salad over a burger. Sometimes it means declining that second helping or some dessert.

But to make a real difference, an exercise program should also be part of every person’s life. Exercise, and the calories it burns, certainly helps in weight control, but also supplies many other benefits.

Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, some cancers, high blood pressure and several other health issues.

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Education

Rigden graduates with Doctor of Education LOS ANGELES – Kristina Rigden of Murrieta graduated from the University of Southern California, May 11, with a Doctor of Education in education leadership and a concentration in teacher education in multicultural societies.

Her dissertation, titled “Cultur-

ally Responsive Andragogy in a Synchronous Virtual Learning Environment,” studied best practices for teaching adult international students in a synchronous webcamenabled learning environment.

Previously, Rigden attained a master’s in teaching from the Uni-

versity of Southern California and a bachelor’s in liberal studies with a minor in English from California State Polytechnic University Pomona. Rigden grew up in Murrieta and attended Murrieta Elementary School, Thompson Middle School and Murrieta Valley High School.

She attributed her time in the Advancement Via Individual Determination program at Murrieta Valley High School to her success as an undergraduate and graduate student.

Currently, Rigden is the engineering outreach program director

at California State Polytechnic University Pomona, and she also teaches in the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, or TESOL, Certificate Program at the University of California Riverside.

Murrieta Valley Unified School District receives donation from School Lunch Fairy MURRIETA – School Lunch Fairy donates $1,000 to Murrieta Valley Unified School District.

School Lunch Fairy, a South Florida-based charitable project, has started distributing their donations to schools in California. They seek to provide nutritious lunches to all schoolchildren. School Lunch Fairy, an initiative founded by Christian Cordon-Cano, has begun distributing their first donations

to California school districts. The Murrieta County School District will receive $1,000 in donations to provide an emergency lunch fund for students who have outstanding lunch tabs in an effort to ensure that every student enjoys a decent school lunch every day.

According to a 2016 survey of 1,000 school meal program operators by the School Nutrition Association, about 75 percent of

districts had unpaid student meal debt at the end of the school year.

The median amount of debt per district was $2,000, but it can run much higher in large districts – up to $4.7 million, according to the association.

“We believe that every kid deserves the freedom to enjoy a decent school lunch,” Cordon-Cano said. “We are very excited to make this donation and are taking steps

to scale up our fundraising efforts so we can help a lot more kids.”

By donating to the Murrieta County School District, School Lunch Fairy will help pay off their current unpaid accounts as well as set up an emergency fund with the leftover donations. Inspired by the success in crowd-funding websites, the group set up a donation site for their School Lunch Fairy program, so people around the world could

support the cause. The site has been a great platform, and they have already raised donated over $5,000 to school districts in California, Florida, Indiana and Iowa.

Every donation helps, no matter how small, and every donation to the School Lunch Fairy program goes to this worthy cause. For more information or to donate, visit www.schoollunchfairy.org.

Murrieta Valley Unified School District announces new Cole Canyon Elementary principal MURRIETA – Murrieta Valley Unified School District Superintendent Patrick Kelley announced that Cole Canyon Elementary Assistant Principal Kim Ciabattini will begin serving as principal of Cole Canyon beginning July 1.

Assistant Principal Kim Ciabattini of Cole Canyon Elementary School is stepping into the position of principal beginning July 1, the district announced.

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Ciabattini will replace Mike Marble, who is moving to Shivela Middle School to serve as principal.

“Mrs. Ciabattini has built strong relationships with students, parents and staff over the past three years,” Marble said. “She will serve as a strong, caring leader for the Cole Canyon community.”

Before coming to the district, Ciabattini served as an assistant principal for Santa Rosa Academy for three years, and she has 18 years of elementary teaching experience.

Ciabattini holds a Bachelor of Arts

from San Diego State University and a Master of Education from Azusa Pacific University.

“I am truly honored to have the opportunity to lead an already amazing elementary school,” Ciabattini said. “I look forward to continuing progress toward the goal of becoming an International Baccalaureate school, as well as supporting the strong academic focus that Cole Canyon already exhibits.”

“Mrs. Ciabattini is a highlyqualified instructional leader who

is committed to increasing student achievement,” Kelley said. “She has strong interpersonal, leadership and data-driven, decision-making skills, and I am confident that her administrative experience, leadership and organizational skills will ensure that we continue to offer a premier educational experience for the students at Cole Canyon Elementary School.”

For more information, call Karen Parris at (951) 696-1600, ext. 1022.

Chapman of Northeastern University named to spring semester 2017 dean’s list BOSTON – Temecula resident Elizabeth Chapman, a Northeastern University student majoring in mechanical engineering, was recently named to the university’s dean’s list for the 2017 spring semester.

To achieve the dean’s list distinction, students must carry at least four courses, have a GPA of 3.5 or greater and carry no single

grade lower than a C- during the course of their college career.

Additionally, Chapman is a member of the University Honors Program, which offers high caliber students the chance to further hone their studies and interests, live in special interest on-campus housing and participate in one or two honors courses each term.

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gram is highly competitive, and students must maintain a high GPA and have a strong commitment to campus leadership to remain a part.

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Possibilities In Jennifer Swanson’s high school English class, seniors master material that prepares them for college and careers, gaining writing and communication skills to benefit them throughout their lives.

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Lee named to dean’s list at York College of Pennsylvania YORK, Pa. – Chungeun Lee of Temecula, a sophomore electrical engineering major at York College of Pennsylvania, has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2017 semester.

To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.

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The college helps them develop a concrete plan to attain academic growth and career success, encourages them to try in the “real world” what they learn in the classroom and prepares them to be professionals in whatever career they pursue.

Tristen Edwards of Murrieta named to deans’ list LINCOLN, Neb. – Tristen Edwards of Murrieta has been named to the dean’s list at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the spring semester of the 2016-2017

academic year.

Edwards, a freshman majoring in business administration, was named to the dean’s list for the College of Business.

More than 4,400 students at the university have been named to the dean’s list for the spring semester.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography students graduate employment-ready Arroyo High School, Expository English Class, Teacher: Jennifer Swanson ’96, M.A.Ed. ’99

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SAN JACINTO – Nine students who made up the Mt. San Jacinto College Diagnostic Medical Sonography class of 2017 all passed their licensing exams before graduation day, May 26. The accomplishment of 100 percent of students receiving their licensing before graduation is a first for the program.

The successful licensing is an important testament to the success and reputation of the program and education at MSJC in that students are employable on or before graduation day. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educa-

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The accreditation allows students to sit for licensing exams 60 days before graduation.

For more information, contact interim program director Tracy Francis at (951) 639-5565.

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Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac named one of the General Motors’ top performers

Mark Franczek and Mark Hogland of General Motors Fleet present Terry Gilmore, owner and president of Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac and Todd Tracy, owner and general manager of Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac with the Business Elite Mark of Excellence Award.

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TEMECULA – Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac announced June 28 that the dealership has been recognized

by General Motors as a “Business Elite” Mark of Excellence Dealer.

Mark Hogland, the director General Motors Fleet, presented the prestigious award.

Once again, Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac is being recognized with this honor by General Motors. The commercial sales and service team at the dealership has now earned the award for the fourth consecutive year. The distinction is reserved for dealerships who exhibit exceptional professionalism and superior customer service, along with extraordinary growth of their commercial business.

“We had another great year in

2016 and are proud that our hard work has been recognized,” Terry Gilmore, president of Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac, said. “At Paradise, our commitment to complete customer satisfaction is our No. 1 goal. We treat each customer as a client as well as a friend, and we value that relationship. At Paradise, our family of employees continue to receive Chevrolet’s highest scores for customer satisfaction.

We strive to exceed your expectations each time we are granted an opportunity, and keep you coming back for all your transportation needs. Our guiding principle is to provide a customer experience that is second to none, and we look forward to building on this in 2017.”

Out of General Motor’s approxi-

mately 4,500 dealerships across the United States, only about 640 have been named “Business Elite,” and Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac is one of only 10 Chevrolet Business Elite dealerships to receive the Mark of Excellence award.

Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac in Temecula serves the greater San Diego, North County and the Temecula Valley. They offer a wide selection of vehicles and hope to make the car buying experience as quick and hassle free as possible.

The dealership was recently recognized by Chevrolet as a Dealer of the Year for 2016. It is also committed to giving back to the community and generously supports numerous local charities in the area.

Riverside County companies, Vietnamese trade delegation explore new business opportunities following agreement signing RIVERSIDE – Angel Sanchez, Jr. has been looking for ways to expand Phenix Technology’s fire helmet business in Asia, and a recent visit by a Vietnamese trade delegation to Riverside County gave him an unprecedented chance to do exactly that.

The delegation from Can Tho, which is located in the Mekong Delta, traveled to Riverside this month to sign a bilateral trade agreement with the county of Riverside and to have a business-to-business meeting with local entrepreneurs.

Sanchez, Phenix Technology’s director of global operations, and other business representatives met with more than a dozen trade delegates and representatives of the Consulate General of Vietnam.

“Riverside County businesses have a lot to offer, and we’re thrilled this delegation recognized that fact,” Heidi Marshall, commissioner for the county of Riverside’s Office of Foreign Trade, said. “We see this meeting and new agreement as the first steps in what we believe will be a mutually beneficial relationship for years to come.”

Riverside-based Phenix Technology now has a connection to a Vietnamese company interested in working with an American fire protection company. University of California Riverside believes the trip can lead to partnerships between local researchers and Vietnamese businesses, and the consulate general is trying to entice Riverside County wineries to export to Vietnam.

“It was such an incredible opportunity,” Sanchez said of the business meeting with the delegation. “Having that type of warm introduction to a potential client is huge. It lends credibility to us.”

Sanchez hopes to make his new Can Tho contact a client and to expand Phenix Technology’s business in Asia, where it already sells fire helmets in Thailand. Using an interpreter who traveled with the Can Tho delegation, Sanchez shared information about his business with the trade delegate and is working to schedule a follow-up meeting.

Sanchez was one of several area business representatives who joined the delegation for a four-hour meeting June 6 at the University of California Riverside Extension campus.

There they learned about the city of 1.3 million, which is looking to find partners for its seafood, technology and agriculture industries, among others.

Rosibel Ochoa, Ph.D., associate vice chancellor for University of California Riverside Office of Technology Partnerships, attended the meeting at the extension campus and said she believes there are multiple opportunities for collaboration in technology, agricultural research and entrepreneurship.

“We can help these companies connect with researchers,” Ochoa said, who expects the delegation to return to the university for a followup visit. “We can also show them how they can engage with the university if they want to sponsor research, license technology or if they want to

Critical lessons that every aspiring entrepreneur needs to learn Bill Green SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

American culture loves to celebrate the entrepreneurial breed – those daring men and women willing to take calculated risks to create new enterprises that will grab the nation’s imagination along with its pocketbooks.

Those who reach the pinnacle of entrepreneurial excellence – such as Bill Gates or Jeff Bezos – are viewed with a mixture of awe and envy.

But what separates those who experience wild success from those left picking up the pieces of a failed enterprise?

Part of it comes down to good old work ethic.

If you don’t want to work harder than everyone and you don’t have your passion, you shouldn’t be an entrepreneur.

But that’s far from the whole story.

My own route to success began in a flea market. There are plenty of other lessons that budding entrepreneurs need to learn.

First, become a tactical and strategic CEO. Tactical leadership is doing things right. Strategic leadership is doing the right things. You probably are doing a lot of things right tactically to get your startup off the ground, but now it’s time to think about your long-term strategy. The greatest CEOs are visionaries, always plotting their company’s next big move.

If you see a way to improve your business, you’d better have the vision and the guts to pull the trigger, even if the naysayers say it can’t be done.

Let your employees complete you.

Most of us can’t do it all or know everything, so it’s important to hire a team that can compensate for your shortcomings. The best way to do that is to think like an NBA owner who builds a championship team by drafting a well-balanced roster of players whose abilities complement each other.

Good customers complain; bad customers go away.

No one enjoys hearing complaints, but those angry customers should be viewed as a gift. They care about your product or service, and they want you to fix whatever problem they’re experiencing so they can continue to have that product or service.

Many unhappy customers just walk away never to return, so you don’t know why you lost their business.

The best deals are the ones you don’t make.

There are good business deals out there, but there are many more bad deals. It’s important that any deal you make is the right one for your company and is not something you do just because making a new acquisition or introducing a new product is exciting. People will always try to seduce you with the next great deal, but stay focused on what’s best for your business. Don’t let anyone influence you into making a deal you don’t want to make.

Ultimately, though, entrepreneurial success comes down to your own passion and tenacity.

It doesn’t cost anything not to believe in something. It costs everything to believe in an idea so much that you’re willing to spend

your life doing it and doing it until it becomes a reality. That’s guts. That’s passion. That’s the resolve you need to succeed.

Bill Green, founder and CEO of the Crestar Group of Companies, is author of “All In: 101 Real Life Business Lessons for Emerging Entrepreneurs.” For more information, visit www.bgreenauthor.com.

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The delegation also toured wineries in the Temecula area during the visit. Tran Minh Thang, chief of the Vietnam Trade Office at the Consulate General of Vietnam in San Francisco, said he thinks there are lots of opportunities for trade between Riverside County and Vietnam. He, ultimately, would like to entice the wineries to export to Vietnam.

The business meeting followed a reception the previous evening at City Hall in Riverside, where Can Tho entered into a sister-city agreement in 2014. Pham Van Hieu, chairman of the Can Tho City People’s Council, and Marshall with the county of Riverside signed a bilateral memorandum of understanding between their two governments at the reception.

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Murrieta Birthday Bash attendees meander through hundreds of umbrellas and tents staked by families enjoying picnicking, live music and fireworks at the California Oaks Sports Park, July 1. The cityhood birthday event is the largest event the city of Murrieta holds each year attracting thousands of guests.

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Murrieta held its 26th annual birthday bash at the California Oaks Sports Park Saturday, July 1, with thousands showing up to celebrate.

Business vendors from Murrieta were there to celebrate and show off

what their businesses were really about. Food vendors were across the way, selling delicious frozen lemonade, hot dogs and super cheesy nachos.

Inflatables and rides were across the way, entertaining children of all ages. A little after the event started, a firetruck sprayed children and families, cooling them

off from the summer heat. People had their tents, canopies, lawn chairs, and blankets spread out around the sports park, enjoying their time with their friends or family members as they enjoyed the many things to do at the Murrieta Birthday Bash.

Starting at 5 p.m., two bands performed at the event, rocking

Peter Mash, 10, slides down one of the many large inflatable children’s attractions during the Murrieta Birthday Bash event, celebrating 26 years of cityhood at California Oaks Sports Park, July 1.

Children ride on a carnival swing during the Murrieta Birthday Bash event at California Oaks Sports Park, July 1.

Jill Marie Burke, lead vocalist for the Pat Benatar tribute band Live From Earth, performs Benatar’s hit song “Hell Is for Children,” during the annual Murrieta Birthday Bash event, July 1.

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everyone’s night away. Live From Earth, a Pat Benatar tribute band performed catchy Benatar songs for everyone to enjoy. Then following Live From Earth was Lights, a journey tribute band who rocked everyone’s night away with some of Journey’s best-loved songs.

Right after they finished their night with “Don’t Stop Believing” and

Children ride on a carnival swing during the Murrieta Birthday Bash event, celebrating 26 years of cityhood at California Oaks Sports Park, July 1.

Murrieta City Council members from left, Mayor Rick Gibbs, Mayor Pro Tem Jonathon Ingram, Councilman Kelly Seyarto and Councilman Randon Lane thank the thousands of guests attending the Murrieta Birthday Bash celebrating 26 years of cityhood at California Oaks Sports Park.

Murrieta Birthday Bash guests enjoy festivities at the California Oaks Sports Park, July 1.

The annual event concluded with a fireworks show.

inspiring the audience to sing along with them, the fireworks ended a perfect night at 9 p.m., lighting up Murrieta’s skies.

The party brought together, friends, family and neighbors in a friendly, fun atmosphere with entertainment, food, vendors and activities for everyone to enjoy.

Matilynn Flicker, 9, practices her handstands while her mom waits in a food vendor’s line during the Murrieta Birthday Bash event, July 1.

Gabriel Medina and his 8-month-old son Micah, receive a balloon from a Crosspoint Church member during the Murrieta Birthday Bash event, July 1.

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Arts Council Menifee selects Mike Castillejos as July Ambassador, Artist of the Month

Mike Castillejos is a former director of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce, AMC’s Menifee’s Got Talent team, Menifee Arts Showcase, Knights of Columbus and many other leadership positions.

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MENIFEE – For his active involvement in the community and his unwavering assistance to the Arts Council Menifee, Mike Castillejos has been selected as the Ambassador and Artist of the Month for July.

bank’s lobby for the enjoyment of its customers. This highly-visible “art wall” not only served as a reminder of the talented artists in the local community, but it also increased awareness of the nonprofit organization that has been fulfilling a vital mission to encourage the arts in Menifee through advocacy, enrichment and opportunity.

Kathleen Pickett, one of the original ACM trustees and co-chair of the Visual Arts Division, oversaw the artists’ exhibits at the bank.

“Mike would always come over to meet the artist when we hung their work,” she said. “He said people who came into the bank always enjoyed the art.”

ACM member Edie Schmoll of Sun City, who showed her artwork at the bank in February, recalled Castillejos being very kind and helpful when they showed up.

“Mike came out of his office with a claw hammer and nails and moved the table out for us, a very nice person,” Schmoll said.

He also volunteered at ACM’s first Menifee’s Got Talent event at Heritage High, has helped with the sound system at Menifee Arts Showcase events and has helped set up for other activities when needed.

“ACM appreciates Mike’s enthusiasm and willingness to promote individual artists as well as his overall support of the organization,” trustee Colleen Ackerman said. “In addition, Mike is a talented drummer and singer that participates in karaoke at several local venues, hence the honor of Ambassador Artist of the Month.”

Growing up in Pico Rivera near Los Angeles, Castillejos got a job at a bank while still in high school.

He earned his business administration degree from California State University Long Beach while continuing to work his way up the ranks. He spent 28 years with Bank of America.

Castillejos and his family moved to Sun City in 1989 and quickly adapted to the small-town vibe it offered. His lifetime career in the banking industry included 17 years as bank manager at Sun City’s US Bank, formerly Downey Savings.

He retired April 5.

The last several years he worked there, Castillejos allowed ACM artists to display their work in the

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His love and appreciation of music and the arts has always been a big part of his life. He was the drummer for assorted bands in high school and college and part of an eight-person traveling troupe during his senior year at Montebello’s Cantwell College Prep Catholic high school. The group would put on little skits throughout the neighboring communities.

An enterprising man from an early age, Castillejos recalls always being up for a challenge.

“After graduating high school, three of us put on ‘Bye, Bye Birdie’ at the Pasadena Playhouse,” he said. “We used mostly kids from our high school and put the whole show together ourselves; we did the stage sets, orchestra, lighting, costumes, everything – all with our own money.”

He and his wife, Darci, built the French Valley Cafe at the French Valley Airport in Murrieta, and she has operated it for the past 17 years. They have two children, Nikki and Ricky, and one granddaughter. For more information, visit www.artscouncilmenifee.org or call (951) 290-2781.

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ACM is not the only organization that benefits from the generosity of Castillejos’ volunteerism. He has been involved with the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce for many years in various roles and on many different committees and has served as a former chairman of the board.

Castillejos has been named its Citizen of Year in 2011, 2015 and was chosen again, June 23.

“I have always seen value in my membership and have freely volunteered my time for the benefit of the chamber and its members,” he said.

He has been involved with the Knights of Columbus, a Catholicbased fraternal organization, for the past 19 years and is currently serving in the appointed role of financial secretary. He is active with local events that benefit children, veterans and all of Menifee’s citizens.

Castillejos just completed his 10th year on the planning committee for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Menifee.

He is the current treasurer for the Rotary Club of Menifee and is very involved with the community’s youth through the club’s educational programs and its mission of

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UB40, brings U.S. summer tour to Pala, July 27 with Matisyahu, Raging Fyah as special guests PALA – UB40, featuring legendary founders Ali Campbell, Astro and Mickie Virtue with special guests Matisyahu and Raging Fyah, will return to the Starlight Theater stage as part of the band’s U.S. summer tour, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 27, at Pala Casino Spa & Resort. UB40’s performance August at Pala was a sellout.

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Locals enjoy camping at Wildomar Camp Out Ashley Orcutt VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

WILDOMAR –The city of Wildomar hosted their annual Camp Out at the Marna O’Brien Park Saturday and Sunday, June 24-25. The event included family camp sites, activities, games, an inflatable water slide, food venders, movie, s’mores and more.

Check in started at 5 p.m., followed by all fun kid’s activities, games and the inflatable water slides. Two local families who camped, the Campinelies and Lopezes said, “We are so excited to run a game called the rain regatta race, where kids get to design their own boats and race them.”

For dinner, food was available to purchase from the Wildomar Chamber of Commerce, and families and friends ate dinner together.

The movie, “The Great Outdoors,” was shown on an inflatable big screen under the stars.

All of the happy campers enjoyed this classic comedy starring John Candy as Chet Ripley and Dan Aykroyd as Roman Craig, in which Chet Ripley’s peaceful vacation plans are shattered by annoying brother-in-law Roman Craig.

After the movie, campers made delicious mouthwatering s’mores, sponsored by city Waste Management. After a full evening of activities, the sleepy campers got in their tents and went to sleep for the night.

As they awoke early the next morning, breakfast was again available for purchase from the Wildomar Chamber of Commerce.

Local Cub Scouts also attended the camping event, and they were able to earn their bear patches, Ramona Whan said. Troop leader Douglas Cheley, Sr.’s love for camping and involvement in scouting for over 20 years has made him passionate about teaching scouts in Troop 332 the outdoor skills they need to earn their bear patches successfully.

Young campers Brandy, 10, Gracie, 9, and Jake, 8, said they were excited to go camping since they are always at home, and it was good to get away and sleep somewhere else. Many of the local families who attended the camp out had never been camping before and seemed to feel more comfortable being closer to home.

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“Unplugged” offers an inventive new spin on UB40’s early gems, plus the huge hits with which they later wooed the world. Among the highlights on the album is a new version of “I Got You Babe,” featuring Ali’s 22-year-old daughter, Kaya Campbell, who sings the lyrics originally performed by Chrissie Hynde when the track topped the U.K. charts in 1985.

That pop standard is one of four No. 1 singles on “Unplugged,” which also contains new takes of “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You,” “Red, Red Wine” – complete with a fresh Astro talkover in an acoustic style – and a new version of “Baby Come Back” featuring Pato Banton, the Birmingham reggae star who took the song to the top of the charts with UB40 in 1994.

Since reuniting three years ago,

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Formed in 1979, UB40 helped define reggae music for a generation, transforming its working class roots into a global clarion call. The pioneering reggae troupe topped the U.K. singles chart on three occasions, earned multiple

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: July 1 – Sept. 27 - Art For Youth Competition presented by Diamond Valley Arts Council is open to all high school and college aged youths living in the Hemet San Jacinto area. Artwork displayed at participating locations. Intent to participate forms were due July 1. The display period is Sept.

6-24. Awards presentation, Sept.

27. Information and submission guidelines and forms available online at www.thedvac.org.

July 10 – 10 a.m. to noon or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Barbie Careers a Girls Only Club Event at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. With more than 150 careers on Barbie’s resume from Nurse to Rockstar, Barbie shows girls that they can do anything Bring your Barbie and be prepared to have some fun. Ages: 5-10ish. Registration Required.

Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

July17 and July 21 – 10 a.m.Noon or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Kids Only Club Event – Hogwarts Herbology at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula. This is a dropoff themed series of events for ages 5-10ish. Register early as this event fills up quickly. Cost: $25 per class. July 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets, Information and Reservations: (951) 308-6376.

ONGOING – Monday Madness at Pennypickle’s Workshop. Every Monday in July and Aug. 7 and 14. $5 each session. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org.

ONGOING – Explore Science every Friday night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pennypickle’s Workshop. $5 per person. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org.

ENTERTAINMENT: ONGOING – Every Thursday at 7 p.m., Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. Presented by Sherry Berry Music in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

July 7 – Family Swim and Dive-In Movie at Diamond Valley Lake Aquatic Center, 1801 Angler Ave. in Hemet. 6- 7:30 p.m. $3 per person, $2 ages two and under.

Information: (951) 654-1505.

July 7 – Cash, Killer and The King at Historic Hemet Theater, 216 E. Florida Ave. in Hemet. 7-9 p.m. $22 presale, $25 day of the show. Information: (951) 6585950.

July 7-16 – Virginia of the Valley at Ramona Hillside Playhouse, 27401 Ramona Bowl Road in Hemet. $15 reserve seating. Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 15, at 2:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.

Information: (951) 658-5300.

July 8 – Hemet Valley Art Gallery Fundraiser 7 p.m. Ramona Hillside Playhouse, Ramona Bowl Road, Hemet. Curtain 7:30 p.m. $15 Tickets at the door or at gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. in Hemet.

Information: Susan Baker, (951) 929-8273.

July 8 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. Country Live features the house band backing up the valley’s hottest country artists.

Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

July 8 – 6-8 p.m. Murrieta Summer Concerts featuring Southbound and Company Classics and Southern Rock. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, friends and family to Town Square Park, 13 Town Square, Murrieta.

Information: Community Services Department: (951) 301-7275.

July 14-15 – 2 and 7 p.m.

Swan Lake and Mixed Repertoire presented by the Ballet Studio in association with Fine Arts Network Theater Co. at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

July 15 – 7:30 p.m. Classic Rock’s Greatest Hits, Recreated Live: Mrs. Jones Revenge at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

July 16 – 2 and 5 p.m. Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. presented by Fine Arts Network Theater Co. (Summer Camp) at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: July 6 – 7 p.m. Summer Sunset Concert Series begins and features Southbound and Company at the

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Temecula Amphitheater, 30875 Rancho Vista Road. Enjoy Free concerts all summer long from 7 p.m. July 13 – Love is a Rose, July 21– Creedence Relived, July 27 – City Beat. No smoking, no alcohol or pets allowed in the amphitheater.

Information: (951) 694-6480.

July 8 – 7-9 p.m. DVAC presents a talk by nature photographer, David McChesney showcasing the life and color of Joshua Tree National Park at The Diamond Valley Arts Center, 123 N. Harvard St. Hemet. Music, food and more.

This is a free event open to the public. Information: (951) 6523822.

July 9 – 8 a.m. to noon. Stand Up to Alzheimer’s Paddle Board and Kayaking Charity Race at La Laguna Resort and Boat Launch, 32040 Riverside Dr. Lake Elsinore.

5-mile course, 2-mile course and a guided nature paddle. Some kayaks and SUP’s available for rent.

Proceeds go toward Alzheimer’s research. Sign up and Information: www.paddleguru.com.

July 12 -8 p.m. Movies in the Park, After Dark featuring Finding Dory at Summerlake Park, 900 W. Broadway, Lake Elsinore. Bring your blankets and chairs for a fun night under the stars. Free admission.

July 13 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family Day and Grand Re-Opening of the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center, 420 Lakeshore Dr. If you have a senior adult in your life looing to be more involved in the community then come check out the newly renovated center. Food, games and activities. Information: (951) 674-2526.

July 14 – Dusk – Moonlight Movie’s in the Park featuring Zootopia at Temeku Hills Park, 31367 La Serena Way, Temecula.

Come on down to the park for FREE family fun and movies under the stars. Activities begin at 6 p.m. and movies shown at dusk.

Information: (951) 694-6480.

July 15 – 5 p.m. Farm to Table Supper on the farm at Eco Culture Farms, 36655 Kayfour Road, Temecula. A Tour, A few Chefs, Craft Beer, Local Wine. Live music, vegan and vegetarian options (please notify in advance) This is a 100-mile dinner, all ingredients will be from the farm. Bring your comfy shoes, and a dinner plate with your name written on it. Tickets: $95.

Information: www.eatmarketplace. com or info@eatmarketplace.com.

July 15 - 6-8 p.m. Murrieta Summer Concerts featuring Midnight Satellites, Rock, Alternative and Classic Rock.

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, friends and family to Town Square Park, 13 Town Square, Murrieta. Information: Community Services Department: (951) 3017275.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS

and ANNOUNCEMENTS: July 10 – Menifee Sun City Women’s Club Hawaiian Luau Luncheon. Cost $10. 11 a.m. at North Town Hall, 26850 Sun City Blvd. Menifee. Tickets and Information: (760) 415-2513 or www.gfwcmenifeesuncity.com.

July 10 – 2-7 p.m. Promenade Temecula in partnership with the San Diego Blood Bank to host a Mobile Blood Drive at 40820 Winchester Road in front of Edwards Theatre. Donor must be 17 years of age and older at least 114 lbs. and in good health. It is recommended that donors consume an adequate meal and plenty of fluids before giving. A photo identification must be presented upon signing up to donate. Schedule an appointment (619) 469-7322 or www.SanDiegoBloodBank.org.

Walk-ins welcome.

July 12 – Menifee Nafe. Merna’s Café & Grill, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd. in Sun City. 11:30 a.m. $10 members, $15 for guests.

Nafe membership $39 a year.

Information or RSVP Robbie Motter (951) 255-9200 or by email at rmotter@aol.com.

July 13 – 6:30 p.m. DVAC to host a Charity Fundraiser for Jeff Tower at 123 N. Harvard St. Hemet.

Jeff has been a longtime educator and professional musician in the Valley. Jeff was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. 100 percent of ticket sales will be donated to a fund for Jeff.

If you are interested in performing contact Jason@thedvac.org.

Tickets and Information: (951) 652-3822 or www.dvac.org or www.purplepass.com.

July 27 – Murrieta Nafe. RJ’s Sizzlin Steer, 41401 Kalmia Street in Murrieta. Noon. $10 members, $15 for guests. Nafe membership $39 a year. Information or RSVP Robbie Motter (951) 255-9200 or by email at rmotter@aol.com.

EVERY THURSDAY – 6-7 p.m. Parent Support Group for parents of young adults battling chemical dependency at Hill Recovery, 41877 Enterprise Circle N. Suite 100, Temecula. Education, intervention tools, peer support, peace of mind. Information: Erin (951) 719-3685 or Kathleen (951) 440-2014. www.hillrecovery.com.

EVERY FRIDAY- Aug. 4 – LifeStyle Architects to host “Everything Great Starts with a Strong Foundation.” Skills building program to directly assist All Teens and Veterans in attaining a career by providing a fully comprehensive, applicable, transferable set of robust skills within a sustainable pragmatic program. Teens and Veterans are invited to attend this free event at the Perris Library, for a Skills-Fare program which teaches vital and disappearing skills to Teens and Veterans and to establish a single repository of networking information to support those at-risk

groups. Information on employment in the trades Occupational and Vocational Training and more.

Information: Matthew (415) 5480883 or Melody (909) 261-6467.

ONGOING – Animal Friends of the Valley’s is in need of donations: Wet cat food, dry cat food, wet kitten food, dry small breed dog food, dry dog food, dry senior dog food, dry weight maintenance dog food, wet dog food, cat litter and newspaper. Donations can be dropped off at Animal Friends of the Valleys, 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar.

ONGOING – The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division at any time. This year the association will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the division which was formed in France during WWI. Information about the association and the annual reunion in Arlington, Virginia, from Sept.

13-17 contact Secretary-Treasurer Bob Haynes at (224) 225-1202 or 2idahq@comcast.net. www.2ida. org.

ONGOING – Desert Hills Memory Care to host a monthly Education and Connections support group at 25818 Columbia St. Hemet on the second Monday of every month at 10 a.m. Complimentary respite care will be available for loved ones during these meeting.

Education and Connections is open to anyone who would like more support and education while caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or a related form of dementia. Information: Chantelle (951) 652-1837.

ONGOING – Sun City Certified Farmers Market is held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in the parking lot of the Menifee United Church of Christ, 26701 McCall Blvd. Vendors offer produce, crafts, food and more. Information: Pamela (951) 491-4111.

ONGOING – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 sixth Street, Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write.

ONGOING – Parent Support Group available for parents whose children of any age struggle with addiction. Education, Skills, Support. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 43397 Business Park Drive.

Suite D8, Temecula. Information: (951) 775-4000 or info@ thecenter4lifechange.com.

ONGOING – Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 hosts Bingo at the lodge each Thursday to raise funds for its charities.

Occasionally the lodge arranges for additional Bingo games to help community groups raise funds as well. Lodge 2591 is located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar.

Information: (951) 674-6804.

The fourth annual ‘Day at the Races’ benefits military families CAMP PENDLETON – Camp Pendleton Armed Services YMCA will host a “Day at the Races” at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, July 23. The event will benefit active duty military and their families.

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GasBuddy reveals the top-rated gas station restrooms in every state in time for summer road trip season BOSTON – With summer road trip season around the corner and millions of Americans hitting the road, GasBuddy, the only smartphone app connecting more than 65 million drivers with their perfect pit stop, revealed which gas station brands have the highest-rated restrooms, making them the best bet when nature calls.

Tulsa-based QuikTrip secured the top seat in nine states, the most out of any other brands. Chevron came in second, leading in five states on the West Coast, followed by Sheetz and Wawa each topping the list in four states.

According to a recent GasBuddy survey, 64 percent of respondents said one of their worst fears about a road trip is the need to use the restroom and not knowing when the next one will be available. Additionally, 69 percent of users said they wouldn’t consider visiting a gas sta-

tion convenience store with less than 3 out of 5 stars.

“Today’s customers expect more than a key attached to a hubcap or a sign informing visitors that restrooms are for ‘paying customers only’,” Frank Beard, convenience store and retail trends analyst at GasBuddy, said. “As someone who has visited more than 1,000 c-stores in 24 states, I’ve seen that many leading convenience stores have already separated themselves from the competition by making restroom quality a priority.”

GasBuddy has filed nearly 1.5 million reviews and 7.2 million individual ratings since the launch of the feature in September 2016, covering more than 140,000 retail locations where gasoline is sold. Consumers can start reviewing their convenience store pit stops and their restrooms directly on the free GasBuddy app.

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Stop making those common grilling mistakes

Meat should be allowed to rest for five to 10 minutes after coming off the grill.

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Meat should not be subjected to too much direct heat as it will char on the outside before the inside has a chance to cook.

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grilling mistakes to avoid.

Not prepping the food. The French culinary term for preparing to cook is “mise en place.”

This step is especially important when grilling as cooks must deal with faster cooking times than they would otherwise encounter when cooking meals in the stove. So do the prep work first.

Not cleaning the grill. Make sure the grill is cleaned before and after each use. Grease can quickly build up on a grill, leading to flareups that can cause foods to char.

Frequent cleaning also helps grill masters avoid a tiresome cleaning

TEMECULA – Cooking food over an open fire imparts all sorts of flavor. Grilling tends to be quicker, less messy and more convenient than cooking in the kitchen – particularly during the dog days of summer.

Outdoor grills are everywhere, including nearly every backyard across the country. The Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association said $1.47 billion in grill sales were made in 2016. That grills are so commonplace doesn’t mean that everyone grilling is employing the right techniques.

The following are eight common

process at the start of the season.

Forgetting to preheat. Preheating the grill ensures that foods will cook quickly and as evenly as possible. Otherwise, meats can lose moisture and even stick to cooler grates. Reader’s Digest suggests preheating to between 350 F and 450 F depending on the food.

Over reliance on lighter fluid.

The chemical taste of lighter fluid can transfer to foods even when the fluid is used sparingly. Consider using a chimney starter when grilling with charcoal. And avoid repeated pyrotechnics with fluid, or worse, gasoline.

Fundraiser luncheon to benefit at-risk youth WILDOMAR – A special luncheon will take place Sunday, Sept. 10, to commemorate the publication of “Children’s Liberation from Incarceration” by Dr. Mona and Bob Davies, directors of Community Outreach Ministry, a nonprofit organization. The agency is dedicated to transforming the lives of children affected by the consequences of parental incarceration to divert them from the prison track.

The fundraiser luncheon will be held 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Corporate Room, 34846 Monte Vista Drive, Suite 103, in Wildomar.

Proceeds from the luncheon will benefit camp and Christmas scholarships for local children of incarcerated parents. The book is now available on preorder for $15 and will also be presented for purchase at the luncheon.

In 2000, Bob and Mona Davies co-founded Community Outreach Ministry, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Wildomar. The mis-

sion is helping to break the cycle of crime and incarceration in at-risk children through outreach programs, camping trips and mentoring services. The ministry also holds an annual Angel Tree Christmas party for children who receive gifts on behalf of their incarcerated parent or parents.

Through the ministry’s efforts, at-risk children have been given a second chance to be winners and champions, graduating from high school and even college too.

The book is a call to action to the community, church and government to reduce the impact of mass incarceration on America’s children. The book includes narratives of anonymous adult children of incarcerated parents who have successfully broken the cycle of incarceration. Earlier this year, the Davies were presented an award by the county of Riverside Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Commission in gratitude for the couple’s invaluable contribution and service to Riverside

County youth.

The luncheon guest speaker is Kevin Jeffries. Jeffries is a member of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors District 1.

Supervisor Jeffries’ district encompasses the cities of Riverside, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Wildomar and several unincorporated communities. Jeffries has served as County Supervisor since 2012.

Tickets are $22 each and include choice of roasted turkey, chicken salad or vegetarian wrap, salads, dessert and soft drinks. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Tickets are non-refundable. Sponsorship opportunities are also available at the following costs: Gold Sponsorship is $700; Silver Sponsorship is $500 and Bronze Sponsorship is $300. Business casual dress is required.

To purchase tickets and/or become a sponsor, contact Community Outreach Ministry at 951-698-7650 or email info@ communityoutreachministry.org.

Grills should be cleaned often to prevent grease build up.

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Too much direct heat. Food should not char on the outside before the inside has a chance to cook. A two-zone fire, according to food experts at Serious Eats, enables grill masters to cook over high heat to sear and move the food to a lower temperature to continue to cook evenly.

Playing with food. Grilling does not require much intervention.

Repeatedly flipping and squeezing meat and poultry can cause flavorful juices to leak out. Then you’re left with dried-out food. Resist any urges to prod and poke food and minimize how many times you lift the grill cover to take a peek, as that can cause temperatures to fluctuate.

Use a thermometer to determine when food is done. And don’t forget

that meat will still cook a bit after it’s taken off the grill.

Improper seasoning. Basting food with sugar-laden sauces and marinades too early can cause flare-ups and burning. Quick rubs can help lock in flavor; reserve the sauce for the last few minutes of grilling, cookbook author Dave Martin said.

Digging in too soon is the final mistake. Give meats a chance to rest for five and 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute through the food. This resting period improves flavor and tenderness.

Becoming the ultimate grill master involves understanding the subtleties of grilling and avoiding common mistakes so food can look and taste that much better.

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Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

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Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Jason Witt, Cougar Vineyard and Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Sebastian Sidi, Avensole Winery

6-10 p.m.

Live Music, The Counterfeits, Bel Vino Winery

5:30 to 9 p.m.

Live Music, Michael LeClerc, Vineyard Rose Restaurant at South Coast Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Paul Hernandez Blues Band, Lorimar Winery

6-9 p.m.

Block Party, Endeavor, Peltzer Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, John Demps & Full Effect, Thornton Winery

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Big Truth, Miramonte Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Jason Weber, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Barry J, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Kim Martin, Robert Renzoni Vineyards

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Astra Kelly, Fazeli Cellars

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Izon Eden, Avensole Winery Restaurant

7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Vineyard Inn

9-11 a.m.

Pour & Paint, Callaway Vineyard & Winery

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wine, Dine & Painting, Jill Roberts, Carter Estate Winery

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Live Music, JD Priest, Masia de la Vinya

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Live Music, Justin Boudrouax, Wilson Creek Winery

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Live Music, Desert Rose, Danza del Sol Winery

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Live Music, Leoness Cellars

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Live Music, Kyle Castellani, Ponte Winery Restaurant

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Live Music, Meritage Restaurant at Callaway Winery

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Murder Mystery Dinner, Europa Village

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Live Music, Mrs. Jones’ Revenge, Lorimar Winery

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All-Girl Rockfest, Cougrzz, Anatalia Villaranda from The VOICE, Maurice Car’rie Winery

6-10 p.m.

Bonfire Saturday Nights, Mickie Arnett, Longshadow Ranch

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Live Music, Bluefish, Miramonte Winery

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Champagne Jazz Series, Pete Escovedo with Sheila E, Marcus Anderson, Thornton Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Brianna & Vince, Ponte Cellar Lounge

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Michael SG Band, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Izon Eden, Tasting Room, Avensole Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, JD Prtiest, Robert Renzoni Winery

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Diego Mondragon, Fazeli’s Cellars Winery Tasting Room

2-4 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

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Live Music, Tom Bray, Cougar Winery

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Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Vineyard Inn

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Let There Be Brunch! Masia de la Vinya

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Bubble Brunch Buffet, Wilson Creek Winery

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Brunch Specials at Meritage, Callaway Winery

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Dog Day Sundays, Carol’s Restaurant at Baily’s Winery

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FUNday SUNnday, Falkner Winery

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Live Music, Jeff Tucker, Wilson Creek Winery

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Paint Nite in the Barrel Room, Mount Palomar Winery

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Live Music, Jimmy Patton, Europa Village

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Live Music, Midnight Satellites, Lorimar Vineyards

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Live Music, Chris Fast, Oak Mountain Winery

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Live Music, Leoness Cellars

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Live Music, David Maldonado, The Vintner’s Garden, South Coast Winery

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Live Music, Mickie Arnett Duo, Miramonte Winery

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Murder Mystery Dinner, Europa Village

UPCOMING: July 12, Movies Under the Stars, Vtagliano Winery July 13, Paint N Sip, Falkner Winery July 14, Heartbeat City, Mt Palomar Winery July 15, Champagne Jazz Series, Thornton Winery

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Maurice Carrie Winery is celebrating 30 years of business with an ongoing series called “Let’s Dance” and Saturday, July 8, at 6 p.m. The all-girl rock fest features two of the biggest names in the Temecula Valley.

The fun-filled evening will kick off with a performance by Anatalia Villaranda, a former contestant on The Voice.

Villaranda is a local Temecula student who went on The Voice this past season, making it to the live rounds. Gary Van Roekel is looking forward to her performance.

“I would like the Temecula community to come out and show their support for Anatalia who represented Temecula so well on national television,” winery owner Van Roekel said. She is a firecracker with tons of talent and enthusiasm.”

Villaranada will be making her special appearance in collaboration with headliners, Cougrzz.

Over the years, members of Cougrzz have been teaching young students music and continue to share their passion for music everywhere they perform.

Maurice Carrie will also be hosting, Black Rock Candy, an all-girl

rock band made up of young students. Black Rock Candy was created with the purpose of developing musical skills and talent in a safe and encouraging environment. Maurice Carrie’s general manager, Van Roekel, states “We have worked with the School of Rock on many occasions and enjoy supporting these young music students who have found a passion in life and have an opportunity to show us their skills. As parents, getting our kids involved in finding an activity that they can feel good about themselves is so important in life.”

Maurice Carrie expects big crowds this night and encourages those who plan to attend to arrive early in order to find seating, either by securing a table on the sprawling lawn or on the patio.

However, guests are also welcomed and encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets in order to accommodate everyone who wishes to participate in this fun experience.

The winery will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. which will allow guests to enjoy the winery’s award winning wines while listening to music in a buzzing environment.

Anatalia Villaranda will perform at Maurice Car’rie Winery Saturday, July 8.

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Food will also be available from Nana’s Tacos along with some deli items and Maurice Carrie’s famous sourdough Brie bowls.

Come out and enjoy Temecula’s summer evenings at Maurice Carrie. What better way to spend a Saturday than at a winery listening to amazing music? It’s an event that you do not want to miss.

Located at the heart of the Temecula Wine Valley, Maurice Carrie Winery sits on 91 acres of land surrounded by views of rolling hills and vineyards. Maurice Carrie Winery was the first winery established in the Temecula Wine region in 1968.

Since then it has continued to grow and establish itself as a respected and exemplar winery.

Maurice Carrie Winery is currently run by the Van Roekels’ whose, “hard-working, A crowd gathers on the lawn at Maurice Car’rie Winery during a recent concert event. pioneering spirit continue to inspire the staff who believe that dedication, love and passion, both at work and play, are the key ingredients to a good life.”

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The rolling hills and numerous vineyards of the Temecula Valley are famous for good reason: the region boasts dozens of sprawling vineyards, small-batch artisan wines, varietals for almost every palate and unique encounters with winemakers. But even if you aren’t a wine connoisseur, the Temecula Valley features another fun way to get your drink on. Take advantage of the region’s hip, up-and-coming bar scene with craft cocktails made by master beverage mixologists, who have mixed, muddled, tested and creatively designed cocktails made with local ingredients, specialty liqueurs and surprising flavor combinations.

Visit Old Town Temecula’s newest gastropub, 1909, where the hipsterloving industrial vibe is matched by its handcrafted concoc-

tions including the 1909 Cedar Smoked Old Fashioned, dubbed by many loving fans as the “Smoky Cedar.” The beverage is crafted with Woodford Reserve Bourbon, housemade raw sugar syrup, angostura bitters and orange zest, served in a cedar-smoked glass.

Other popular cocktails served on-site include Fame and Fortune, with Loft and Bear Vodka, Aperol, strawberries, pineapple-basil syrup, lemon juice and plum bitters or the Macs Mule, made with Russian Standard Vodka, raspberries, local honey, lime juice and ginger beer.

Nestled along the scenic Rancho California ridgeline, Avensole Winery’s sprawling vineyard estate has been producing some of Temecula’s finest grapes for more than four decades. Their Marketplace Restaurant features not only fantastic wine and views, but also unique craft cocktails served up by Bryan Staley, the mastermind mixologist behind the cocktail menu. All cocktails served on-site include only freshly squeezed juices, locallysourced fruits, housemade syrups and hard-to-find, small-batch artisanal alcohols, such as Re:Find handcrafted distillery spirits from Paso Robles. Cocktails change seasonally, and many utilize Avensole wine, including the Avensole Sunset, made with Avensole Merlot, rye whiskey, lemon juice and simple syrup.

Annata Bistro and Bar at Mount Palomar Winery is one of the few full-service bars in Temecula wine country. With floor to ceiling windows of the rolling hills of wine country, patrons can dine on specialty culinary creations while imbibing in one of the bistro’s signature cocktails including My Lover, made with pineapple juice, cranberry juice, housemade fresh orange juice, prickly pear syrup, Malibu coconut rum, Aylesbury Duck vodka and ginger beer or the Spice of Life, with Aylesbury Duck Vodka, agave, fresh jalapeno, a

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fresh cucumber slice, fresh cilantro, housemade sweet and sour and fresh housemade orange juice.

Don’t miss Annata’s Thirsty Thursdays, featuring 2-for-1 cocktails or their weekend tequila tastings, boasting gold medal, top shelf tequilas.

Heart of the House, centrally located between Old Town and wine country, features a fantastic assortment of craft cocktails, perfect for an afternoon shopping pick-me-up or the start to a romantic evening.

The Spiked Herbal Citrus Punch combines fresh basil, rosemary and mint with housemade simple syrup, soju and freshly squeezed grapefruit, orange and lime juices for an herby cocktail that hits all the best notes.

Temecula Creek Inn’s Cork and Fire Kitchen boasts another mouthwatering cocktail menu that utilizes local ingredients, including herbs grown on-site, and an especially fabulous selection of whiskey, including Hudson Bourbon, Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Templeton Rye and Famous Grouse Scotch. Six liquoraging barrels are also in-house to provide some of the most local cocktail concoctions in the region.

Unique specialty cocktails include the Bearded Chicken Drunken Pig, with Bulleit bourbon, maple sage syrup, bacon and egg white froth and the Pickled Piper Martini, with Ketel One vodka, garden pickling brine and house-pickled garden veggies.

Pechanga Resort & Casino’s three fine-dining restaurants have also joined in the craft cocktail scene, featuring eight handcrafted beverages sure to tempt guests.

These eight handcrafted cocktails include the Blue Velvet with fresh mint, blueberries and elderflower liqueur; the Blackberry Mojito; the Garden Mule with blueberries, cucumber and mint; Chimera Martini with blueberries and an edible orchid; the Cucumber & Cilantro; the Lemoncello Martini; the Lynchburg Lemonade with local citrus and the Spicy Mango Margarita with mango puree and jalapeno.

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REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN

Completing a room remodel without breaking the bank

New floors, new paint and new bedding were first on the list for this guest room remodel.

During a 50 percent off wood items sale at Hobby Lobby, I picked up a very cool wooden whale for only $17.

For the nightstands, I bought four crates at Joanne Fabrics for 50 percent off, and screwed them together to make the nightstands. Then I found the baskets that I placed inside at Ross. Total cost for each nightstand was $23.

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On the Temecula Exchange online, I found a great cupboard for $10 that I sanded and repainted white using leftover paint from my trim project.

The chairs and table I repurposed from my front porch. I just washed them and bought some new pillows at Marshalls on clearance to refresh the look and create a cozy little spot for reading.

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We have a huge house that we bought in 2012. It’s almost 3,000 square feet of space with rooms varying in size from the massive, like our master bedroom which takes up about a third of our upstairs, to the minute, such as our three-quarter bath downstairs near our family room.

One of the toughest things for me with so much space was finding a way to decorate it all the way I wanted it without breaking the bank.

It’s still a work in progress.

After the children moved out earlier this year, I decided to get to work on one of the upstairs bedrooms I had been avoiding. It’s one of the smaller rooms in the house at just 12 feet by 12 feet, but I knew I wanted to put a relaxing beach theme in that room, which our numerous guests could enjoy when they come to stay in “Hotel de Harris.”

Not knowing what the financial impacts would be, I set myself a budget of $500 and got to work.

First up on my plate was getting rid of the carpet that was original to my home, built in 2002. While I was afraid of what I would find underneath, I went to town on that carpet and the 2-inch floorboards, tearing it all out and putting it where it belonged, right in the trash can.

I knew the next place to start was with some paint, so I picked out a rich gray color to give the room a relaxing and quiet feel. I choose the Valspar Signature paint in Iron Frost – on sale at Lowes, of course – and for $22 and a little bit of elbow grease, I now had the beginnings of my beachy guestroom well under way.

I didn’t give much thought to what I would replace the carpet with; other than I wanted a floor that looked good and would be easy to care for.

At Lumber Liquidators in Murrieta, we found a 3-millimeter interlocking vinyl flooring by Tranquility with an Auburn Teak finish that was not only easy for us to install, but affordable as well. The flooring, which was more than half of our cost, came in at 79 cents per square foot. We installed it in about a day, thanks to the help of our niece and her fiance. By the time we bought the underlayment and some six-inch baseboards, which we painted white, we spent just under $234.

Once the room was painted and the floor and baseboards were placed, the fun really began as I started thinking about what kind of furniture and decor I needed for the room. I attempted to use the 60/30/10 rule for the design, which the Lowes website, www.lowes.com,tells me means 60 percent of the room should be the dominant color, 30 percent being the secondary color and 10 percent being used for decor and accents.

I scoured the “For Sale” boards on social media and a host of other places, looking for just the right items to complete my beachy bedroom.

First up was bedding since we had already bought a bed for that room. I wanted a quilt set for the room and eventually decided on a white dust ruffle, gray bedsheets and a gray, white and turquoise patterned quilt and shams. I kept it affordable while keeping it comfortable for my future guests, spending $59 at Ross for everything.

After I chose the bedding, it was a matter of finding what I wanted for the accent pieces. During a 50 per-

cent off wood items sale at Hobby Lobby, I picked up a very cool wooden whale for only $17. I also found three round mirrors and two canvas paintings at Burlington Coat Factory; total cost for the items was $41. I found a great bottle at the dollar store that I filled with sand right off the beach and some small shells that I had lying around in a basket, and I picked up a large turquoise and gold bowl at Ross on clearance for $4.99.

On the Temecula Exchange online, I found a great cupboard for $10 that I sanded and repainted white using leftover paint from my trim project. I finished the cupboard with some shabby chic handles that I picked up at Hobby Lobby for $2 each, bringing the total for that project to just $18.

The nightstands were another project I really enjoyed.

I bought four crates at Joanne Fabrics for 50 percent off, $7.50 each, and screwed them together to make the nightstands. Then I found the baskets that I placed inside at Ross. The small ones were $3.99 and the large ones were $4.99. I glued some shells and sand dollars from my shell collection to the front to give them an interesting look and the total cost for each nightstand was $23.

The seahorse was bought at Hobby Lobby on clearance for $12 and one of my favorite projects is a jar I had lying around that I filled with sand and some sea glass that I found while in Salem, Massachusetts, visiting my sister-in-law.

The chairs and table, I repurposed from my front porch, we had bought some new ones and put the wicker ones in the garage where they were just gathering dust. I just washed them and bought some new pillows at Marshalls on clearance to refresh the look. Total cost was only $13.99.

With a lot of elbow grease, hard work, trial and error and about two months’ worth of searching for just the right items at the right price, I got the exact look that I was hoping for in my beachy guest room and managed to stay under my budget at just over $465.

Valley News • www.myvalleynews.com • July 7, 2017

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Create a safe and enjoyable backyard play area

Incorporating safe play areas for children is one way to unlock the potential of both big and small backyards.

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TEMECULA – Homeowners often aspire to have attractive backyards that look like they belong in a magazine. While these can be picturesque and functional for adults, they may not be entirely practical for homeowners who have young children, especially when the majority of the yard is covered with paving stones or concrete.

When young children are part of a household, homeowners may benefit by designing yards that are both functional and fun. Incorporating safe play areas for children is one way to unlock the potential of both big and small backyards.

As children run off to enjoy a playground, safety is the last thing on their minds. Children are most interested in scaling ladders to treehouses or coasting down slides.

That’s why adults must take it upon themselves to keep injury prevention in mind.

SafestPlayground.com indicates that playground-related injuries routinely result in severe fractures, internal injuries, concussions and dislocations. In the majority of playground injuries to children younger than age 5, the head and face are affected. Children between the ages of 5 and 9 experience

more leg and arm injuries than younger children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission states 70 percent of children’s injuries occur on home playgrounds. More than 28,000 children are injured each year on playgrounds across Canada, according to Parachute, a national injury prevention organization.

When considering playground equipment for the yard, parents need to make safety a priority.

The Canada Safety Society advises parents to follow the “5 S’s of Playground Safety” – Surface, structures, site, supervision and safety.

Parents should assume that children will fall. To lessen the blow of falls, choose playground equipment with a perimeter of 6 feet of a softer surface, such as sand, pea gravel, rubber pieces or wood chips. This material should be between six and 12 inches deep.

The structure of the play equipment should be built from sturdy materials. Pressure-treated lumber was once the standard, but it’s not advisable for children’s playgrounds, as the chemicals used in the lumber can leach and young children may actually bite or pick

at the wood. Use cedar or another wood that resists decay. Once the structure is built, inspect it frequently for damage.

Look around the landscape for an ideal place to locate the playset. There should be no obstacles that children can hit while sliding or swinging. Avoid overhanging branches and do not place equipment too close to trees or fencing.

Try to keep the set out of direct sunlight, which can make components heat up and scald young bodies.

Do not leave children alone while they are playing. Prevent children from using the playset in an incorrect manner.

Follow the directions for installation. Make sure all posts are anchored into the ground securely.

Railings should be spaced so that children cannot get stuck between them. Check that metal components have not rusted and that there is no additional excessive wear. Be sure that no tools or other dangerous items are left around the yard.

Backyard playgrounds should be built with safety in mind. Learn the rules of play equipment and yard safety.

ters. Leaves, nests, sticks and even dead animals can block the flow of water in a gutter. Test downspouts by running hose water from the top of the gutter.

Downspouts should be pointed away from the home and may need to be extended so they direct water away from the dwelling.

Plant water-loving trees or shrubs.

In some instances, whether it’s a byproduct of poor property grade or sloping land, water can pool regardless of how well the gutter system is working. Determine where the problem is and speak with a landscaper to see if there are any plants that thrive in moist conditions. The roots of these plants can protect against soil erosion and may absorb enough water to guard against puddling. In addition, amending the soil with organic matter, pea gravel or another coarse aggregate can prevent water pooling.

Consider installing a drainage system.

When confronted with drainage issues that cannot be remedied by other methods, homeowners may need to install drainage systems.

Such systems often employ French drains that are built through or around the perimeter of a property.

French drains are typically a trench that contains perforated plastic pipe and is backfilled with gravel. Water runs into these channels and gets swept away by the piping. Homeowners may want to try installing drainage systems themselves; however, because excavation is necessary, it’s often best to have the property inspected and marked for utilities, before having the drainage system installed by professionals.

Landscaping does not need to be derailed by drainage issues. Explore the remedies that can easily fix the problems.

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TEMECULA – Homeowners understand that reaping the rewards of beautiful lawns and gardens requires hard work. But sometimes even hard work won’t be enough to prevent problems in a lawn or

garden.

Drought can be very harmful to lawns and gardens, but so, too, can excessive amounts of water and precipitation. Soggy properties can make it difficult for lawns

and gardens to thrive. According to Lowes, in addition to killing lawn and other plants, standing water on a property can be a health hazard.

That’s because standing water makes a prime breeding ground for mosquito larvae and other pests.

While homeowners cannot control precipitation, they can affect the impact that rainwater has on their properties.

Replace and repair downspouts.

Gutters and downspouts are designed to move rainwater away from the home. Too often, however, gutters and downspouts become clogged or do not work effectively. Overflowing gutters will transfer rainwater down the side of a home, where it can puddle at the foundation. This water can ultimately suffocate a lawn, and it may cause interior damage to the home as well.

First, inspect and clean all gut-

Make a family move easier TEMECULA – Whether or not to relocate can be a difficult decision. Sometimes such decisions are borne out of necessity when a parent is relocated by their company.

Other times it is a personal reason to try out a new neighborhood or upgrade to a larger home. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate a stable annual rate of moving, which hovers at around 12 percent of the population since 2008.

Whatever reason is behind a move, it can take some time to adjust to both the idea of moving and the new living space – especially for children who may seem disconnected from the decision.

The following tips can make the transition a little easier for families.

Talk about it.

Do not blindside children with a move. Begin having conversations as a family as soon as the possibility of moving arises. Involve the children in some of the decisions.

Ask about the features they want to see in their new home. Explain

that people, be it prospective buyers, real estate agents or movers, will be visiting your current home and that this process may be a little disruptive. Talk about the reasons for the move, such as a new job or that the family has outgrown the space. Children can process much more than many adults give them credit for.

Discuss any concerns.

Children may have concerns about the move that differ from adults. Many of these concerns may pertain to fears about making new friends or coursework at a new school. Let them voice their opinions. Removing some of the mysteries by visiting schools or local hangouts before the move is made can assuage some fears.

Create some familiarity.

Set aside boxes or bins that will house children’s toys or things that the family recognizes. These items may include photographs, games, throw blankets or the creature comforts of home. Make these the

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Use the real estate agent as a resource.

Many real estate agents live in the towns where they make their living. Find out if the agent can set up a meet-and-greet session with neighbors or if they know of any clubs or leagues that suit the family’s interests. Making a few introductions ahead of time will give children and adults some familiar faces on their first days in their new home.

Families shouldn’t shy away from making their own introductions as well. Knocking on a few neighbors’ doors and letting them know a new family is coming to the street can pave the way for familiarity and friendships.

Stay in touch with old friends.

Encourage children to stay in touch with their current friends.

Video chat enables children to see and speak with peers. When things settle after the move, arrange for a surprise play date where children can introduce their old friends to newer ones.

Stick to a routine.

One of the ways to breed familiarity is to stick to the same routine. If a big Sunday family dinner was the norm, continue the tradition in your new home. Wake up in the morning and go to bed at the same time as before the move.

According to Vanessa Lapointe, a registered psychologist in Surrey, British Columbia, structure and

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routine are key for children. Try to focus on one new thing at a time to minimize stress.

Moving can be exciting and scary at the same time. Children

may be anxious about the process, but families can work together to iron out the kinks and settle into their new homes successfully.

Home gardeners invited to learn how to win the battle against pests TEMECULA – Managing landscape and home garden pests is a challenge that faces every home gardener. In today’s green-minded environment, the public is constantly searching for the safest manner to address their pest problems.

The University of California Cooperative Extension and the Healthy Garden, Healthy Home program invites the community to attend a free workshop on growing food the safe and healthy way at home. The workshop will be held

at the Fallbrook Branch Library, 124 S. Mission Road, in Fallbrook, 3-4:30 p.m. Saturday, July 8. The 90-minute workshop will give participants tips on how to keep their plants healthy, how to prevent pests from the start, the difference between good bugs and bad bugs and why they are a part of every garden, and much, much more. A free pest management gift will be given to the first 50 participants.

For more information about this or future community work-

shops, contact the Healthy Garden, Healthy Home Program at (858) 822-6932. The Healthy Garden, Healthy Home Program is administered by the University of California Cooperative Extension, San Diego County and the Farm and Home Advisors Office of San Diego County and is sponsored by the county of San Diego’s Watershed Protection Program.

For additional information, contact Scott Parker at (858) 822-6932 or saparker@ucanr.edu.

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Weeding through lawn care service options takes work

A growing number of homeowners hire others to make their lawns look pristine.

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TEMECULA – Millions of acres across North America are devoted to lush, green lawns. According

to Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment, lawns take up 40.5 million acres and indi-

viduals spend $30 billion on average for lawn and garden upkeep in the United States alone. People certainly love their lawns and often wonder if those lawns are best left in the hands of professionals.

The National Gardening Association states that 72 percent of American households do some work in their yards. However, a growing number of homeowners also hire others to make their lawns look pristine. Homeowners who want to leave lawncare to the professionals can consider the following factors as they search for a company that best suits their needs.

Work with a licensed and insured company. Lawncare services that are licensed and insured provide more peace of mind to homeowners than the alternatives.

Should an injury occur on your property while work is being done, an insured business will be able to take care of it and you won’t

be liable.

Ask about membership in a professional or trade organization. Businesses that belong to an organization invest in continually learning about the evolution of lawncare. This on-going education increases the likelihood that member companies will be upto-date regarding the latest, most environmentally friendly lawncare techniques. Participation in a trade organization also may indicate education in the landscaping field.

Research reviews before hiring.

Although public reviews may not paint the entire picture and they often reflect only the very positive or very negative experiences previous customers have had with a given business, they can provide an idea of how a lawncare company interacts with its customers.

Prospective customers who contact the Better Business Bureau may learn if there have been any glaring complaints against a par-

ticular contractor.

Find out which services are offered. Ask each business what services they provide. While nearly every lawncare contractor will mow the lawn and trim shrubs, many homeowners prefer companies that can adapt when the yard needs a change. This may include pest treatments, fertilization, aeration and seasonal cleanups.

Look for a company that’s organized and connected. Customer service should be a factor when choosing a lawncare service. You want to be able to reach the company promptly. A company that responds quickly is ideal, especially if you need to change a service or need to inquire about additional or emergency work.

Shopping for a lawn care service can take time and effort, but the results will be well worth it when homeowners have lawns and landscapes that make their neighbors green with envy.

be as strong to a home’s residents as it is to guests and prospective buyers. Because windows tend to stay closed throughout the winter, interior odors can be even stronger come late-winter than they are during the rest of the year. A thorough cleaning of the house, including vacuuming and removal of any pet hair that accumulated over the winter, can help to remove odor. In the weeks leading up to the open

house, bathe pets more frequently, using a shampoo that promotes healthy skin so pet dander is not as prevalent. Open windows when the weather allows, so more fresh air comes into the home.

Spring is a popular and potentially lucrative time to sell a home, and homeowners who spend the winter preparing their homes for the market may reap even greater rewards.

Three tips to prepare to sell a home

Eliminating pet odors, including those associated with pets, can help homeowners prepare their homes for prospective buyers.

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TEMECULA – According to Realtor.com, spring is the busiest and best season to sell a home. While a good home can find a buyer any time of year, homeowners might find the buyers’ pool is strongest in spring and into summer. The reasons for that are many, ranging from parents wanting to move when their children are not in school to buyers wanting to move when the weather is most accommodating.

Because spring is such a popular

time to sell a home, homeowners who want to put their homes on the market should use winter as an opportunity to prepare their homes for the prying eyes of prospective buyers. The following tips can help homeowners during the pre-selling preparation process.

Address the exterior of the home.

Winter can be harsh on a home’s exterior, so as winter winds down, homeowners who want to sell their homes should make an effort to address anything that might negatively affect their home’s curb appeal. A study of homes in Greenville, South Carolina, from researchers at Clemson University found that the value of homes with landscapes that were upgraded from “good” to “excellent” increased by 6 to 7 percent. If it’s in the budget, hire professional landscapers to fix any problematic landscaping or address any issues that arose during the winter. Homeowners with green thumbs can tackle such projects on their own, but hiring professionals is akin to staging inside the home.

Conquer interior clutter issues.

Clutter has a way of accumulating over the winter, when people tend to spend more time indoors than they do throughout the rest of the year. Homeowners who want to put their homes on the market in spring won’t have the luxury of waiting until spring to do their “spring” cleaning, so start clearing any clutter out in winter, even resolving to make an effort to prevent its accumulation throughout winter.

Just like buyers are impressed by curb appeal, they are turned off by clutter. The Appraisal Institute suggests homeowners clear clutter out of their homes before appraisers visit, and the same approach can be applied to open houses. Buyers, like appraisers, see cluttered homes as less valuable. In addition, a home full of clutter might give buyers the impression, true or not, that the home was not well maintained.

Eliminate odors.

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Fixer upper myths and facts: what you should know before you buy Mike Mason SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A home will only sell for what the market can bear. What it means is that no matter how many upgrades were made, or how much money has been invested in the upgrades, a home will only sell for what the majority of homebuyers are willing to pay.

Before deciding that your next home must be a fixer-upper, you should do some homework into what to expect when purchasing these types of homes. Many prospective homebuyers tend to have a romanticized version of the entire process and are quite shocked when confronted with the hard reality.

Fixer upper homes can often repre-

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Myth No. 1 I can make a “killing” in the real estate market by buying a run-down home, for tens of thousands of dollars less than the average home, fixing it up and immediately selling it for full price, or more.

Fact No. 1 Most homeowners looking to sell their “fixer upper” home understand that they will have to list their home at a price that reflects the cost involved in restoring the home to its original condition. The asking price of a fixer upper is usually calculated so that the savings represented by the lower than average market price is roughly equal to the amount of money that a buyer could expect to spend on necessary renovations.

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upgrading to higher-end finishes, is not included in these calculations, and you should be careful not to spend so much money on renovations that you are unable to recoup your investment.

Myth No. 2 If I’m buying a fixer-upper home, I don’t need to bother with the added cost and aggravation of a home inspection because I already know what I’m getting.

Fact No. 2 A home inspection should always be included in an offer to purchase, and it is arguably even more important to include one when you are looking to buy a fixer upper Structural defects are normally not visible to the untrained eye, yet will cost much more to repair than the obvious cosmetic fix-ups.

Most licensed home inspectors will not only detail the defects that they uncover, but can also give you a good idea of the costs involved in fixing them.

Myth No. 3 It’s better to pay a lot less and buy a “fixer upper” in an undesirable area than to pay more for a comparable “fixer upper” in a better neighborhood.

Fact No. 3 Most of us have heard the quote, “the three most important things to look for when buying a home are: location, location, location!”

While this adage is obvious, and somewhat oversimplified, it does drive home the point of how important it is to consider where you will buy your home. Purchasing a fixer upper in a desirable neighborhood will cost you more initially, but the payoffs – personal peace-of-mind and higher return on your home investment when you sell – should not be overlooked.

Myth No. 4 Once I fix this house up, I can turn around and sell it for double the price I paid.

Fact No. 4 A home will only sell for what the market can bear. It means that no matter how many upgrades were made or how much money has been invested in the upgrades, a home will only sell for what the majority of homebuyers are willing to pay. Consider these factors when calculating your possible return on investment.

Location: What kind of a neighborhood is the home in?

The type of neighborhood will

determine which type of buyers you will attract when you decide to sell.

For example, an area consisting of mostly “first-time buyers” will attract buyers who have a strict and limited budget. They are looking for affordability above all else – including high-end finishes and perfectly landscaped gardens.

Neighbors: What are the neighboring homes like?

A beautiful home surrounded by unkempt, run-down homes will sell for much less, than a beautiful home surrounded by well-kept, nicely maintained homes.

Surroundings: What are the surrounding features?

Buyers are willing to pay more for a home that is in a convenient, yet quiet locale. While you may find it convenient to be next to a school, many potential buyers would eliminate such a location due to the noise level associated with the presence of hundreds of excitable children and the congestion caused by school buses and parents dropping off and picking up students.

Myth No. 5 I can make a lot more money by turning this single family home into a multi-family dwelling.

Fact No. 5 While this statement is for the most part true, it may not be possible. Most of our cities have strict zoning laws that not only dictate the maximum allowable occupancy within any given area, but also dictate the size and design of a home when building new or creating additions to an existing structure.

Once you have thoroughly investigated the pro’s and con’s associated with purchasing a fixer upper, and you have decided that it’s right for you, be sure to “run your numbers.” Determine a suitable purchase price. Find out the average recent sale prices of similar “non-fixer upper” area homes, the estimated cost of repairs from a reputable source, a buffer amount for “unexpected” repairs, your selling expenses, real estate fees, closing costs, etc. and have an amount of profit you desire.

If your intent is to purchase, make the repairs and immediately list the house for sale, your actual profit will be greatly influenced by your actual repair costs after paying for those “unexpected repairs.” If, however, your intent was to purchase the same house, but actually

live in it for a few years before selling, you can expect to turn a much better profit for two reasons.

First, historically speaking, the real estate market normally goes up over time and your anticipated sale price would be higher – affording you more profit. Second, the money that you would have been paying in rent to live elsewhere – with no return – is actively paying down your mortgage and increasing your equity.

As with all investments though, nothing is guaranteed. So when looking to finance a home, keep in mind that the real estate market has taken some big hits in the past. Never overextend yourself financially.

Please note local housing prices, repair costs and selling costs will vary greatly from one location to another. It is recommended that all buyers thoroughly research their local costs and legal restrictions before purchasing.

Mortgage regulations have changed significantly over the last few years, making your options wider than ever. Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping and even the small differences in the way you structure your mortgage can literally cost or save you thousands of dollars and years of expense.

Get the right information.

Whether you are about to buy your first home, or are planning to make a move to your next home, it is critical that you inform yourself about the factors involved. Industry research has revealed 6 common mistakes that most homebuyers make when mortgage shopping, and they can have a significant impact on the outcome of this critical negotiation. If handled correctly, these issues could result in a mortgage that will cost you less over a shorter period of time.

Call us today, (951) 296-8887, and get the information you need to enable you to make an informed, educated decision. Questions regarding available inventory and/ or other real estate matters please contact, Mike@GoTakeAction. com. Mike Mason, Realtor and Broker/Owner of MASON Real Estate. LIC: 01483044, Temecula Valley resident for 30+ years, Board of Director (since 2011) Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors® (SRCAR).

Riverside County nationally recognized for attracting, retaining skilled workers RIVERSIDE – The county of Riverside is a national leader in the intense war for workers, earning 12th place among large counties nationwide for its success at attracting and retaining workers, according to the “Talent Attraction Scorecard” released in June.

No other Southern California county came close to that rank, with Los Angeles County placing at 593rd out of 595 large counties, Orange County at 314th, San Bernardino County at 143rd and San Diego County coming in at 74th place. The 2017 report was produced by Emsi, a 15-year-old, Idaho-based company, in its effort to determine which counties are succeeding in the increasingly competitive battle for skilled workers.

“In the report, we make the case that talent attraction is more important – and tougher – than ever,” the researchers wrote. “Communities at the top of our scorecard have been leveraging … partnerships between local educational institu-

tions, companies and community organizations to supply businesses with top talent.”

The county of Riverside Economic Development Agency – which includes Workforce Development, Economic Development, the Film Commission and the Office of Foreign Trade, among other units – lauded the report as a prime example that its multipronged strategy is working.

“The county of Riverside has an aggressive approach to creating a well-trained and robust workforce, and the results of this research validate our success,” Rob Field, assistant county executive officer for the Economic Development Agency, said. “We’ve worked hard to grow our economy and make Riverside County the most business friendly, family oriented and healthy community in the state.”

Researchers studied net migration, overall job growth, skilled job growth, educational attainment, regional competitiveness and annual

openings per capita in compiling the data. They studied both small and large counties, with counties that have 100,000 or more residents falling into the large-county category. Riverside County has an estimated 2.4 million residents.

From 2012-2016, Riverside County experienced 17.3 percent job growth and 18.2 percent skilled job growth. The net migration from 2014-2015 was 2,808.

The top two large counties were Maricopa County, which is home to Phoenix, Arizona and Clark County, which is home to Las Vegas.

Maricopa County experienced job growth of 10.3 percent, and Clark County experienced 13.5 percent job growth. Both counties exceeded Riverside County’s population gain and outpaced it in other areas.

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Why I say interfaith prayers Rev. Bill Freeman SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A Catholic priest, a Baptist preacher and a rabbi are talking about their ministries over their weekly lunch. They say anybody can get people to partake of their religious traditions, but it’d be a real challenge to do that with a bear.

They each agree to try. The next week at lunch, the Catholic priest’s head is bandaged.

“I know I look bad, but I managed to share communion with a bear,” he said. The others are amazed.

The Baptist preacher, whose arm is in a sling, said, “I know I look bad,

but I managed to coax a bear into a river and baptize him.” The others are amazed.

The rabbi, who’s standing in a full-body cast, said, “I know I look bad, but I managed to circumcise a bear.” The others are speechless.

In addition to being the pastor of my church, I’m a member of Menifee’s Interfaith Council. Catholics, Lutherans, Mormons and people of other faiths get together once a month to talk about our shared ministries. Converting others to our faith is not what our group is about. Rather, it’s about interfaith cooperation, acting compassionately together and working in concert for

justice for our fellow human beings.

It’s also about interfaith understanding.

As the late South African leader Nelson Mandela said, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”

I respect people of all religions and of none. So, while I pray a Christian prayer in my church, when I pray in public, like being invited to give the invocation at a Menifee City Council meeting as I was recently, I

pray an interfaith prayer. I also do it because I believe in the separation of church and state, so I try not to make my prayer too churchy.

I usually say something like, “Let us lift our spirits. Spirit of Love, known by many names: God and Goddess, Yahweh and God, Dios and Divine, Nature and Life. Let us follow the teachings of Jesus, who said, ‘Feed the hungry, clothe the naked and welcome the stranger.’

Let us follow the teachings of the Prophet Micah, who said, ’Do justice, love kindness and walk humbly.’ Let us follow the teachings of Muhammad, who said, ‘Do you love your creator? Love your

fellow-beings first.’ Let us follow the teachings of Gandhi, who said, ‘An eye for an eye will only make the whole world blind.’ And let us follow the teachings of Buddha, who said, ‘Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love.’ Now and forevermore. Let it be. Blessed be.

So be it. And Amen.”

I hope a prayer like that leads to better relations with others. But I would never recite it in the woods to a bear.

Rev. Bill Freeman is the senior minister at Menifee United Church of Christ, which meets Sundays at 11 a.m. at 26701 McCall Blvd., in Menifee.

wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure.”

God loves his family, and he has done everything he could possibly do to have you as part of it. He sent his Son, Jesus, to die on the cross for your sins. That’s how much he treasures a relationship with you.

Building his family is the single greatest work God is doing around the world, and that family is called the church. It’s what he’s building.

Jesus said, “I will build my church” in Matthew 16:18, and nothing can stop it.

The problem we face is our culture says church and God’s family is irrelevant, unnecessary and outdated. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, God’s church is the only family that will last for eternity.

So if God decided to adopt us into his family, sent Jesus to die on the cross so we can be part of his family and nothing can stop him from building his family, the church, then the question is: Why are we not making God’s family a priority in our lives?

You will never find or fulfill your God-given purpose outside of his family. This belonging is where you will discover life’s true meaning. This family is what you were designed for. The church is where you belong.

In him, Pastor Zac

You’re designed for God’s family Zac Elliot SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

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“God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure,” according to Ephesians 1:5.

Have you ever wondered where you belong in life? You’re not alone. People all over the planet are asking the same question, but there’s only one answer: You belong in God’s family.

God decided a long time ago to make you part of his family.

Ephesians 1:5 said in the New Living Translation, “God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This what he

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Voting district changes should be decided by residents, not in a court of law Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Last year I wrote an editorial that ran in the Jan. 29 edition of the Valley News entitled “At-large elections leave some under-represented, district elections fair to all.” In that editorial, I discussed the fact that Wildomar was moving to voting by district vs. at large. At the time, I was of the opinion that we should all be voting by district and even referred to myself as a disenfranchised voter because I had no representation from anywhere close to my home.

In that editorial piece, I wrote, “For me, this is bothersome. I know I can call any one of my city council members at any time and that they would hear my concerns, but by having no one living on this side of town my question becomes are they really in tune to what our needs are on the east side of town? The optimist in me would like to answer yes to that question, the pessimist who likes to rear her ugly head on occasion, says ‘probably not.’

“This is the problem with an atlarge election system. One group of people can be left to feel like they are just out there by themselves with no representation. Meanwhile on the other side of this 33.61 square mile town, about half of the population is represented by all five of our city leaders, some who live just a short walk from one another.”

My thought on that issue has not changed much, except the pessimist in me has pretty much lost any foothold it had due to my city council being so responsive to the needs of those in the city. I still believe that voting by district is fair representation for people in each area of the city. Though now I prefer think that whether we are represented at-large or by district, our council members pay attention to our needs.

I’ve been a reporter for a long time and moved around frequently due to my husband’s active duty military service. It means that I have been all over the country, and in almost every place we’ve lived except for one small town with a population of under 800 people,

the city councils were elected by district.

As I have worked to cover city councils in various states throughout the country, I have yet to see the division between districts at the city level that most people fear.

Rather than dividing, districts can unite residents when people such as myself have representation on a council, giving them the feeling of inclusion. So, no matter what you say, my opinion on that won’t change.

What I don’t like, however, is the way cities are being strong-armed into making this decision due to the threat of litigation by a certain attorney based out of Malibu who seems to find it in his best interest to file lawsuits on behalf of minority populations. After the district lines were drawn in Murrieta, it turns out that the highest percentage of Latinos in any given area of the city was near downtown at 32 percent, and the last time I checked, 100 percent minus 32 percent equals 68 percent, which still puts this protected class in the position where they are less

likely to have the candidate of their choice elected to council.

Even if we go to districts in the city of Murrieta, which appears to be something many of our citizens do not want, the protected class of Latinos gain nothing, as a matter of fact they could find themselves in a worse position that they are now with elections at-large.

Temecula had the same results with the majority of their districts showing a low percentage of Latinos, so going to districts is less than favorable for the Hispanics in our community. At this rate, their voice will never be heard. I think Murrieta Councilman Alan Long said it best when he said, “Minorities are scattered throughout our city, which is really the model for everyone to follow.”

There is one more thing I would like to mention in this column, and I hope attorney Kevin Shenkman gets to see this piece, so if you know him, make sure he sees it.

I live in Murrieta and I find that we are a community that is tolerant of each others religious beliefs,

sexual preference, gender identity and yes, race.

For him to come out and say, “If there’s a city that we have to go to court over, I would really like it to be Murrieta,” and “Murrieta is a racist, racist place,” as he did in an interview with reporter Will Fritz and as reported in the June 30 edition of Valley News, well that is just offensive, obnoxious and quite frankly, illiterate. He doesn’t live in this town or experience anything that we do on a daily basis, so how could he make that judgement?

This whole lawsuit just stinks to high heaven of greed and selfishness on his part, if you ask me.

While I am quick to voice my opinion as most of the readers know, I believe in our election system. While I know it’s not possible due to not being included in our city charter, I really think this change is a decision that should be made by residents, not the courts and certainly not some ostentatious lawyer driving around in a Tesla.

But hey, it’s only my opinion.

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MURRIETA – An ex-con accused of shooting a motorist on Interstate 215 in Menifee was charged June 27 with attempted murder, while his girlfriend was charged with being an accessory.

Eddie Robert Island Jr., 39, of Highland and Heather Shaunna O’Brien, 26, of Rialto were slated to make their initial court appearance this afternoon at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta.

Along with the attempted murder count, Island is charged with shooting at an occupied vehicle, assault with a firearm, being a convicted felon with a firearm and sentenceenhancing gun and great bodily injury allegations. In addition to the accessory count, O’Brien is charged with presenting false identification to law enforcement.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 50-year-old Per-

ris man whose name was withheld traded insulting hand gestures with the defendants after a traffic conflict around 10 p.m. Thursday.

He later told officers that immediately after he waved his hand at the occupants of the dark-colored 2002 Toyota Sequoia, Island allegedly raised what appeared to be a handgun and fired three shots into his car on the southbound 215, just north of Newport Road, according to CHP Officer Mike Lassig.

The man saw blood inside his vehicle and knew he’d been hit, but initially wasn’t sure where, Lassig said. He followed as the SUV’s driver got off the freeway at Clinton Keith Road, then abruptly returned to the 215 via the next on-ramp, the officer said.

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San Bernardino County Superior Court records show that Island, who’s being held without bail at the Southwest Detention Center, has several prior drug- and firearms-

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HEMET – Police and fire personnel raced to the aid of two brothers, ages 14 and 15, whose brother stabbed them both during an altercation this afternoon, Monday, June 26. The bloody and violent incident happened on Gilia Street near S. Village Loop in Hemet.

Emergency services were called to the scene at 1:26 p.m., after a frantic family member called 911 to report that an adult, 19-year-old, family member had stabbed two of his teenage brothers. They described the Hispanic adult suspect as schizophrenic, very large and heavy-set and said he was very

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About six minutes after the first 911 call was dispatched and moments after the first officers arrived, the suspect was reported detained, without incident.

City of Hemet firefighter/paramedics and AMR ambulances, which had been staging at a safe location nearby, quickly rolled into the area and immediately began evaluating and treating the two injured boys.

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O’Brien, who has no documented prior felony convictions, was being held in lieu of $1 million bail at the Smith Correctional Facility in Banning.

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WINCHESTER – A small brush fire near the intersection of Penfield Lane and Benton Road was contained late in the afternoon of June 20.

The fire was contained at two acres at about 4:20 p.m., said April Newman of the Riverside County Fire Department At that time, crews expected to spend approximately an additional hour working on the blaze, Newman said.

Alleged DUI blamed for fatal crash HEMET – A head-on collision at a Hemet intersection involving a motorist suspected of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol killed one person and injured two others, police said Sunday, June 7.

The crash occurred at 4:37 p.m.

Saturday at the intersection of Sanderson and Acacia avenues, said Sgt. Dan Reinbolt of the Hemet Police Department.

Investigators determined that a Honda Civic was heading south on

Sanderson Avenue, approaching Acacia Avenue, when it crossed the double yellow lines and collided head-on with a Hyundai Santa Fe that was attempting to make a left turn onto Sanderson Avenue, the sergeant said.

The driver of the Honda, a 36-year-old Costa Mesa man, was seriously injured and hospitalized, and later died due to his injuries, according to Reinbolt.

A passenger in the Honda was

also hospitalized in critical but stable condition, and the driver of the Hyundai, a 61-year-old Simi Valley resident, was hospitalized in stable condition, according to Reinbolt.

The identity of the Honda’s driver was withheld pending notification of his family.

“There were signs the driver of the Honda may have been under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol,” Reinbolt said.

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1718 Tecalote Drive #12, Fallbrook

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Fallbrook $1,198,747

Fallbrook $468,747

Gated Willow Creek/Peppertree Park community in Fallbrook! Follow the yellow stone entry path to your one level home with designer touches and upgrades throughout. Lg volume rooms incl huge kitchen & FR combo for entertaining. Numerous outdoor garden destination areas, outdoor fireplace in your front courtyard. Separate courtyard entrance to the attached casita.

Fallbrook gated custom home with something for everyone! Superior quality at every turn with thoughtful layout & design. All major rooms incl master suite on one level! Large FR & gourmet kitchen combine for a dramatic family gathering spot. Enjoy a variety of fruit trees and drought tolerant landscape. RV parking and lg detached shop completes the motor court.

Golf Course Views & Country Club living! Enjoy your view from the hillside of the 3rd hole peering through the trees. Your open floor plan offers the comfortable lifestyle of indoor reading by the fireplace or dining al fresco on the patio all the while overlooking the healthy green views of Fallbrook. Walking distance to the Pala Mesa Resort & d’lacobelli winery, it’s all here. Convenient to the I-15 & 76 Hwy. HOA includes Earthquake Insurance. Meticulously maintained & ready for you!

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More 5-Star Client Reviews Than Any Other Local Agent Ken Follis 760.803.6235 KenFollis.com kenfollisrealtor@gmail.com | 746 S. Main Ave., Suite A, Fallbrook

Cal BRE #00799622

Kim Carlson 760.434.6873 KimCarlsonHomes.com kim@kimcarlsonhomes.com |

Cal BRE #00968586

*This information is derived from Sandicor MLS 2016 data.