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Business Temecula business owner receives Toastmasters Communication Education Award TEMECULA – Kathryn Sizemore, owner of A-Bell Alarms Company in Temecula, was recognized by Professional Women Toastmasters of Temecula Tuesday, Dec. 15, for her achievement in completing Toastmasters International’s Persuasive Influence Educational Pathway. see page B-2

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Jack Flournoy is seen at the 2018 Holocaust March of Remembrance in Murrieta.

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Jack Davis Flournoy, who started the annual March of Remembrance for the Jewish Holocaust

in Murrieta six years ago, died of COVID-19 pneumonia on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, after several days of fighting the virus.

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said he was improving and would possibly soon be allowed to return home, according to Irv Michlin of Congregation B’nai Chaim of Murrieta.

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Week of Jan. 3 Gene Wunderlich’s appointment as the mayor of Murrieta at the end of 2019 continued to cause surprise in the new year.

Wunderlich had been appointed to the City Council to fill former councilmember Randon Lane’s vacant seat just three months before.

A man fled while sheriff ’s deputies responded to a report of a domestic dispute Jan. 2, then led authorities on a lengthy pursuit that ended when the suspect was shot and killed by deputies on a Murrieta street. The chase began in French Valley and continued several miles to an area near Jefferson Avenue and Grizzly Ridge Drive, on the north end of Murrieta, where a Murrieta Police Department BearCat armored vehicle disabled the suspect’s vehicle, and the man got out and began firing at authorities, according to Riverside County Sheriff’s representative Tamrin Olden. The suspect was killed when deputies returned fire, according to Olden.

Week of Jan. 10 Murrieta Mesa High School band director Daniel Greenberg along with Murrieta Valley High School band director Brad Pulverenti, led the Murrieta AllStar Marching Band at the 2020 London New Year’s Day Parade.

“The parade was absolutely amazing,” Greenberg said. “The people of London were so grateful to have bands from America and all over the world there to participate in the parade. This was like no parade I have been a part of. The variety of ensembles and participants varied so widely, it was amazing.

Week of Jan. 17 After more than a year of construction and renovations, Vail Elementary School in Temecula officially reopened Saturday, Jan. 11, after closing for construction during the 2018-2019 school year.

The elementary school is one of the oldest in the Temecula Valley Unified School District, first constructed in the late 1970s to serve Temecula’s very first subdivisions.

Temecula Valley High School students walked out of school, Jan. 12, to protest what they described as school administrators’ failure to protect the rights of minority students and mishandling of incidences of racist and hate speech on campus. Led by senior Solona Husband, a group of more than two dozen teenagers marched through campus during break, chanting things

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like “education is a right, not just for the rich and white” and “no hate speech on our campus” before storming through the high school’s administration building to rally at the school’s front entrance. “I have always dealt with racism on this campus but I always suffered in silence,” Husband said at the protest. “I dealt with so much racism and hatred that I lost myself and became a miserable and depressed person.

I was mean, hostile and had my guard up. That is what a hostile environment does to you.”

Emily Falappino was named president and CEO of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, succeeding Alice Sullivan who served in the same role for almost 30 years.

A full house turned out Friday, Jan. 10, for a town hall meeting and legislative update by 67th District Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1508 in Wildomar. For the most part, Melendez told the audience about some of the laws taking effect in the state that she believed would be pertinent to her constituents. She also spent a little time promoting her bid to fill the 28th state Senate District seat left vacant by Jeff Stone.

Week of Jan. 24 Using funds generated by Measure AA, the city of Wildomar unveiled a new paramedic squad that began responding to calls Jan. 6. The city estimated that the paramedic squad cost a little more than $1 million per year. “It is one of the visible pieces to the public from what Measure AA, which was passed in 2018, is contributing to the city,” Mayor Dustin Nigg said in a phone interview.

Seven months after back-toback fatal alcohol- and drugrelated crashes in southwest Riverside County, community

members were working to solve the problem of impaired driving.

The DUI Termination Task Force, or DUITT, held a community meeting, Jan. 16, at Monteleone Meadows in French Valley, where representatives from the California Highway Patrol, Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department and the county district attorney’s Office gave residents updates on DUI arrests in the area. Murrieta resident Karen Kools, who is the founder of DUITT, said she witnessed the crash in September 2018 on Winchester Road in French Valley that killed 62-yearold Joan Lehmer. “At that point, I knew I wanted to do something, but people weren’t as outraged as I expected,” Kools said.

Week of Jan. 31 A little more than a dozen folks who are concerned with the Earth’s climate and the policies that they say are affecting and hurting the planet met up at the Temecula Duck Pond Friday, Jan. 24. Organized by the Climate

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Temecula city manager Aaron Adams announced that Capt.

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Supporting the group, Lawful America, Sandra Efrainson, and a little less than a dozen antivaccination advocates were at the corner of Ynez and Rancho California roads Friday, Jan. 24, voicing their displeasure with laws that they say violate the constitution. “We are demonstrating because our freedoms are being infringed on with these vaccine mandates,” Efrainson said. “Our medical freedom is being overtaken with these mandates; it’s unconstitutional.”

Week of Feb. 7 A group of business owners began organizing to attract more stores and restaurants – and more customers with them – to Murrieta’s downtown area. The Downtown Murrieta Merchants and Property Owners Association held its very first meeting at Wine Ranch Grill and Cellars on Washington Avenue to kick off the organization Thursday, Feb. 6. “The association’s vision is to stimulate public activity, attract attendance (and) revenue for downtown merchants/property owners, and be an advocate with the City of Murrieta (and) other public entities,” the association said in a news release before the meeting.

Week of Feb. 14 When he took to the podium at the Temecula City Council meeting Tuesday, Feb. 4, Matt Capulouto looked shaken, but he took a deep breath, adjusted his glasses and began to read from a speech he had written. He told the city council about the danger of fentanyl and of weak laws pertaining to drug dealers, after his daughter Alex died of fentanyl poisoning, Dec. 23. “I’m asking you to help me fight this epidemic,” he said.

The 14th Charity for Charity Stars of the Valley gala event at Pechanga Resort Casino Saturday, Feb. 9, sent everyone who attended the fundraising event home with a full heart. This year’s beneficiaries included Child Beneficiary Jacob Cazares who is currently fighting stage 4 brain cancer at 2 years old; Young Adult Beneficiary Jesse Roman, 21, who survived a rollover car accident and is working through a traumatic brain injury while adjusting to losing sight in his left eye; and Adult Beneficiary Wendi Miller, a 45-year-old fire captain,

fighting cancer throughout her body and brain.

New Menifee police Chief Pat Walsh worked to get his new department ready to meet the July 1 deadline of putting the city’s own police officers out on the streets. Two captains, two new lieutenants and a training analyst had already been sworn to help put together what Walsh hoped would be the most effective, technologically and most transparent any community has ever had in southwest Riverside County.

An AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps Pacific Region team, Blue 8, assisted with projects throughout the region through April 9. The team is composed of 10 young adults from across the United States who are serving together to get things done for a 10-month service term.

Week of Feb. 21 More than 500 people came out to Pepe’s Restaurant & Cantina in Canyon Lake Thursday, Feb. 13, hoping to take part in a “stress test” for the establishment as part of the taping of the show “Bar Rescue.” The reality show hosted

by Jon Taffer, a longtime food and beverage industry consultant specializing in nightclubs, bars, and pubs, which airs on the Paramount Network, was scheduled to wrap up taping at the location Sunday, Feb. 16.

Regina Marston, who was one of two Democrats running against incumbent Republican Rep. Ken Calvert in California’s 42nd Congressional District, found herself in hot water after a tweet she sent in response to a prominent national Democratic figure.

On Jan. 31, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-MI, was filmed booing Hillary Clinton at a campaign event in Iowa in support of Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, after the moderator at the event referenced Clinton’s comments about how “nobody likes’’ Sanders. Responding to someone in the audience, the moderator said: “We’re not gonna boo, we’re not gonna boo, we’re classy here.” Tlaib responded: “Oh no, I’ll boo,” eliciting some cheers. The next day, though, Tlaib posted a series of tweets apologizing for her comments at the event.

Week of Feb. 28 A Lake Elsinore family received a new home thanks to Habitat for Humanity. Rita Barringer and her four sons, along with many local officials and Habitat for Humanity staff, were on hand Saturday, Feb. 22, for a dedication ceremony at their new house in downtown Lake Elsinore. The Barringers’ new house is a three-bedroom, twobathroom replica of the historic Jean Hayman house, once located on Main Street in Lake Elsinore.

Lake Elsinore Mayor Brian Tisdale said the Habitat for Humanity reconstruction was a win-win for the city. “It keeps a historical house in the city, and anytime we can get a family into homeowner-

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Matt and Christine Capelouto at their Temecula home hold a picture of their daughter Alexandra who died at 20-years-old of an overdose from pills laced with fentanyl Dec. 23. The Capelouto family have set out on a mission of justice for their daughter and to raise awareness about drug addiction and the growing incidence of fentanyl overdose.

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Three people were killed and 18 were injured when a tour bus departed from El Monte heading to San Ysidro crashed on a rain-slicked Interstate 15 near Fallbrook, Feb. 22. Those killed in the crash were identified as 73-year-old Julia Perez Cornejo of Pasadena, 67-year-old Maria de la Luz Diaz of Riverside and 23-year-old Cinthya Karely Rodriguez-Banda of Mexico. Of the 18 hurt, a 5-year-old boy suffered major injuries and was airlifted to Riverside University Health System hospital in Moreno Valley, where he later recovered. The bus driver, a 52-year-old Whittier man, was not suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances. He suffered minor injuries.

Week of March 6 The Temecula Valley Unified School District announced Tuesday, March 3, at a board meeting that Superintendent Tim Ritter would retire in July 2020. The board received Ritter’s retirement notice in closed session and moved to appoint deputy superintendent Jodi McClay to fill Ritter’s position. Ritter served as superintendent since 2010.

More than 800 donned their finest and packed the Summit Room at Pechanga Resort Casino Saturday, Feb. 29, for the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 54th annual Awards Gala. The evening featured dinner, a silent auction, live entertainment and the awards portion of the event, sponsored by Abbot and Pechanga Resort Casino.

Week of March 13 The coronavirus pandemic changed life for residents of Riverside County and the world in early March. On March 8, health authorities officially declared a local health emergency in Riverside County Sunday, citing the announcement of the first locally acquired case of novel coronavirus in the county.

Officials had reported late the day before that an unidentified patient was being treated for COVID-19, at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage. Cameron Kaiser, public health officer of Riverside County, said the emergency declaration would “support the county’s planning and response efforts and is a signal to the community that the disease has been introduced to the area.” A couple of days later, March 10, Riverside County supervisors ratified the public health emergency declaration, as novel coronavirus cases continued to be reported in the region. Just another two days later, March 12, Kaiser announced the cancellation of all public gatherings of more than 250 people in Riverside County amid concerns about the spread of COVID-19.

Entities like Pechanga Resort Casino also began canceling upcoming events March 12, and most local schools began canceling in-person classes, March 13. Nine months later, more than 158,000 coronavirus cases

have been reported in Riverside County, and 1,829 people have died from the virus so far in the county.

Temecula has Temecula Parkway and Murrieta has Murrieta Hot Springs Road. Now, five contiguous differently named streets in Wildomar, including Shopping Center, George Avenue, Porras Road, Baxter Road and Central Street, were all changed to Wildomar Trail in March, branding the city for the hundreds of thousands of drivers traveling along Interstate 15.

At a launch event Wednesday, March 11, Promenade Temecula debuted its brand-new Wine Country Foyer, a shuttle stop that can be used by Temecula Wine Country wine tasting tour companies and hotels to pick up and drop off customers.

Week of March 20 At TVUSD’s March 17 board meeting – the first since the onset of the pandemic – members of TVUSD’s teacher’s union criticized the selection of Jodi McClay as the district’s next superintendent. They said while they may value McClay’s familiarity, they considered it very troubling that the district had jumped so quickly to promote her with virtually no public input. Jeff Kingsberg, president of the Temecula Valley Educators Association, told Valley News the day after the board’s March 3 decision that while he though McClay would serve the district well, he was disappointed TVUSD’s board made the decision to choose an insider to replace Ritter with no public input. At the next board meeting, five teachers showed up to decry McClay’s appointment.

Week of March 27 The coronavirus pandemic threw plans for graduations and proms into limbo, with most districts uncertain as to whether or not they would reopen. On Tuesday, March 17, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that he wasn’t sure if public schools would reopen at all before the next academic year, though he issued no official order. Many school districts in the region said they would await guidance from county health officials or from the state before making a final decision on postponing graduations, proms and other senior events, but Newsom’s announcement raised into question whether it was likely at all that senior activities would go as planned.

Week of April 3 Temecula Valley Unified School District was one of many districts to begin announcing plans for moving forward with distance learning. The district announced Friday, April 3, that students would begin distance learning Monday, April 6. While assignments given in distance learning were able to raise students’ grades, they could not negatively impact them – effectively making it extra credit.

“Any assignment placed in the

Tyler Foldger, left, 9, his brother Liam, 6, and their mother Heather Manley, a floral designer drop off flowers at people’s doorstep in a Murrieta neighborhood after canceled weddings due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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(Infinite Campus) Gradebook from April 6 through the end of the school year can only serve to maintain or improve a student’s overall grade in the course,” the district said.

Week of April 10 Sheriff’s deputies found four people dead, including a suspect, inside a Menifee home after an apparent murder-suicide April 7, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said. The killings happened Monday afternoon at a home in the 31000 block of Sherman Road. Responding deputies came into a contact with a man who “refused to exit the house and told deputies he had shot his family. The deputies at the scene tried to negotiate with the man to surrender, but he refused.

Deputies later heard what they believed to be a single gunshot, and stormed the home to find the suspect dead with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

They also discovered three other people inside the house with

gunshot wounds. Two were pronounced dead at the scene, while one was taken to a hospital but died after arrival.

Construction began on a $42 million pavement replacement project on Interstate 15 near Temecula by Caltrans with a scheduled end date of December 2021. The project will replace the No. 3 and 4 lanes on both sides of the freeway between the San Diego County line and the Temecula River Bridge.

When second grade teacher Rob Shea heard that a teacher caravan drive by was canceled at his school, Vintage Hills Elementary School in Temecula, he needed to find a way to see and talk to his students. “With the cancellation of the remainder of the school year, and distance learning starting this Monday, April 6, I wanted to keep my class motivated to learn and also let them know that I miss them and that everything is going to be OK,” he said.

Temecula Valley Hospital health care workers gather out front of the hospital to observe a parade of cars with people sharing their appreciation for staff organized by the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, April 24.

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New Temecula area CHP Capt.

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Week of April 17 The California Highway Patrol’s Temecula Area office has a new face in charge. Capt. Jason Penner came to Temecula, March 11, after running the CHP’s El Cajon office. Penner who is a native of Invermere, British Columbia, is no stranger to the Temecula Valley. He’s lived here for 16 years, commuting to various CHP offices around Southern California, he’s been commuting from Temecula every day. “I like Temecula because it’s a small office and I grew up more in a smaller environment, so to me, there’s a comfort level in that,” Penner said.

Week of April 24 A 16-year-old from Temecula helped area doctors, nurses and first responders to be a little more comfortable on the job by using his technological skills while quarantined at his Temecula home with his family. Ryan Stenz is a sophomore at Linfield Christian School in Temecula. He made the ear guards that attach to protective masks to alleviate the strain where the elastic wraps around the ear, using the 3D printer he built with his father a few years ago. The idea, first developed and shared by a young man in Canada, was shared with the Stenz family by Kelly Ortiz.

Three area music artists advanced to the top 20 of season 18 of “American Idol” on ABC – Olivia Ximines of Menifee and Makayla Phillips of Temecula, are competing alongside 23-yearold Murrieta artist Jonny West, who ultimately made it to the final, before narrowly missing capturing the title. see NEWS, page A-4

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LOCAL NEWS from page A-3 Week of May 1 Temecula City Council, April 28, debated its options on what to do about county and state public health orders. Temecula city attorney Peter Thorson made clear that the city council had no authority to loosen stay-home orders issued by the Riverside County public health officer – the city council signed away its authority on health services to the county in a vote on the night of Temecula’s incorporation in 1989 – or those handed down by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office. But the city does “have every right in the world,” he said, to advocate for itself on how it would like to see businesses start to reopen.

Week of May 8 Many local school districts began turning to virtual graduations to honor seniors who were unable to receive their diplomas in-person due to orders banning public gatherings.

No Cape Required was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic by the members of the 100 Women Who Care Temecula Valley and Caring, Sharing and Giving providing more than 600 Riverside County essential and front line workers with free meals while on the job.

Fed up with what they considered to be governmental overreach and a crippled California economy caused by restrictions imposed on them by county and state leaders, more than 50 people gathered at the Temecula Duck Pond Saturday, May 2, to express their dissatisfaction.

Week of May 15 Village News Inc., the company that owns the Fallbrook/Bonsall Village News, Valley News and Anza Valley Outlook, received a $75,000 grant from a local journalism project operated by Facebook.

Village News Inc. joined other California news organizations including Voice of San Diego, the Los Angeles Times, the San Francisco Chronicle and San Jose Spotlight, in receiving money through the Facebook Journalism Project’s COVID-19 Local News Relief Fund Grant Program. Out of more than 2,000 applications, approximately 200 news organizations across the country were selected to receive nearly $16 million in grants stemming from $25 million in local news relief funding announced in March as part of Facebook’s $100 million global investment in local news, per a statement from Facebook.

Week of May 22 Technically, Great Oak High School senior Sachka Almonte was the first-ever Temecula Valley Unified School District student to graduate high school in the new virtual graduation over three days format the district implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent social-distancing restrictions. When she was finished with the procedure, for the administration at Great Oak High School it meant one student down, 700-plus seniors to go.

Week of May 29 The city of Temecula announced Monday, May 25, the approval of $500,000 in aid for Temecula small businesses through the city’s Temecula Assist program. The Small Business Emergency Relief Grant was approved by the city council during the Thursday, May 21, budget meeting and is designated for small-business owners in Temecula. The grant program is to help

Fourth Street Antiques manager Linda Conceicao reopens for business May 9, in Old Town Temecula as some Riverside County coronavirus restrictions are eased.

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Chaparral High School 2020 graduate Viviana Alvarado wipes away tears as she walks with her peers during a graduation ceremony filming for virtual viewing, May 18.

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Protesters face Riverside County Sheriff’s during a rally at the Temecula Duck Pond and express their frustrations against racial injustice and discrimination.

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President Trump supporters and a “Black Lives Matter” supporter express their opinions during an organized Trump rally in Temecula.

those business owners cope with the financial effects relating to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Approximately 50 people gathered in front of Temecula City Hall Saturday, May 23, for a rally called “Open Temecula” that originated on Facebook. Organized by Tena Caracciolo, owner of Insurance All-Stars Agency, Realtor Lloyd Mize, and Robert Dean Lamb of New Found Strength Fitness & Nutrition, the rally called for residents to put pressure on local elected officials in hopes of the Temecula city council proclaiming the city as a “business sanctuary city.”

Harold “Dick” Handley’s 99th birthday featured a surprise birthday parade in front of his house in Wildomar, organized by his daughter, Debbie Votaw. “It was awesome, truly awesome,” Handley said, sitting in a camping chair surrounded by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. “I can’t believe this many people came out to honor me on my birthday.”

Rancho California Water District employees came together Tuesday, May 19, to perform a surprise parade for a longtime district employee, John Olmos, who was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. “To know John is to instantly love him,” Jeff Armstrong general manager at Rancho Water said.

Week of June 5 In the morning May 30, crowds as large as 400 converged on the Temecula Duck Pond to protest systemic police brutality and the death of George Floyd Monday, May 25, in Minnesota. The crowd spent most of the morning screaming chants such as “Say his name … George Floyd!” and “Black Lives Matter!” mirroring the statements made at protests and rallies all around the country in recent days. Law enforcement arrived in force at roughly 2:30 p.m. to take up stations in the intersection at Rancho California and Ynez roads, blocking traffic

email to a constituent stating “I don’t believe there’s ever been a good person of color killed by a police officer” – a statement he earlier said resulted from a typo made while using speech-to-text software. Stewart made the decision to step down after facing both backlash and support online throughout Thursday, and facing promises from some to speak at the upcoming city council meeting June 9 to call for his resignation.

Protesters calling attention to the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, as well as 18-year-old Temecula Matthew Tucker and many other Black Americans killed by police marched from the Temecula Duck Pond to Temecula City Hall June 5, marking perhaps the first successful protest march in the city’s history.

Week of June 12 Screenshots of group chat between students – allegedly taking place during their time as students at Vista Murrieta High School several years ago – surfaced on social media causing an uproar because of the racist nature of the conversation. The screenshots caused the Murrieta Valley Unified School District to solicit an investigation from a partner law firm which ultimately found no proof of wrongdoing by staff or the district. Though, the firm reported, several troubling incidents were recorded in interviews held during the investigations.

The city of Temecula has a new fire chief in place, effective May 11, Chief John Crater replaced Interim Division Chief Bill Weiser who stepped in to temporarily serve Temecula. Chief Weiser was filling in for former Chief Jodie Gray who was put on leave after she was arrested last year in a domestic violence case.

in all directions. Estimates placed the number of police vehicles on the scene at roughly 75 with more than 100 officers on hand. By 3:15 p.m. Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputies announced to the crowd that the protest had been deemed “an unlawful gathering” and said protesters had 15 minutes to clear the area or face arrest.

Heeding the advice of Temecula city attorney Peter Thorson, the city of Temecula Community Services Department announced that they would be canceling a tentatively scheduled Fourth of July fireworks display at Ronald Reagan Sports Park. “The city of Temecula Community Services Department notified vendors the July 4 fireworks display was being canceled to avoid unrecoverable costs to the city and based upon the opinion of city attorney Peter Thorson,” according to a news release issued by the city Wednesday night, May 27.

The evening of May 30, hundreds of people turned out to Old Town Temecula to join a candlelight vigil for George Floyd, the Black man who died a week ago after having his neck pinned down by a White Minneapolis police officer for more than eight minutes.

The vigil, which was entirely peaceful, was held on the front steps of Temecula City Hall just one day after a tense protest at the Temecula Duck Pond, which was declared an unlawful assembly by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

Lake Elsinore June 3 became the latest city in southwest Riverside County to host protesters decrying the death of George Floyd. And despite concerns about rioting expressed by a number of downtown Lake Elsinore business owners – some of whom went so far as to board up their windows ahead of the afternoon rally – the protesters showed themselves to be entirely peaceful.

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A protest Saturday, June 6, drew roughly 200 people during its peak at the corner of Winchester and Murrieta Hot Springs roads inspired by the death of George Floyd. “Basically, I’m up here to speak on why we’re all here,” one speaker said. “Along with the death of George Floyd and all the police brutality that goes on, I wanted to speak about what goes on here in Murrieta because it does not stop in the suburbs.”

Week of June 19 Erin Meader had just driven by her restaurant the night before when she got the message that the building had pictures of graffiti scrawled on the side of the building. And not just any side – the two walls with graffiti were on the side of the restaurant most visible to thousands of drivers passing by each day through one of Temecula’s busiest intersections. But after Meader left, something happened that she didn’t expect. “I got a phone call from one of the managers at Chili’s across the street, and she told me the Black Lives Matter group found out what happened to the building, and there was about 20 people out there cleaning the building,” Meader said.

Week of June 26 It took a tad longer than what had initially been planned, but Butterfield Stage Road is officially four lanes through its entire length through Temecula, it was reported in June. The long-awaited widening of the roadway north of Rancho California Road – which has been a major bottleneck on Temecula’s east side for years – opened to traffic at the end of May, Pat Thomas, director of Temecula Public Works, said. Though crews at the time were still working on some minor improvements to the road, Thomas said, all lanes are open.

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LOCAL The Temecula City Council agreed June 23 to leave vacant both the position of mayor and the open seat on the council following the resignation of former mayor James Stewart. Councilmembers quickly came to the conclusion that the closeness of the upcoming election – Stewart was up for reelection in November regardless — made it more practical to allow voters to decide on Stewart’s replacement on the council. Mayor Pro Tem Maryann Edwards chaired City Council meetings for the remainder of the year.

According to organizers, the postponed Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival set for Sept.

25-27 at Lake Skinner Recreation Area has been ordered to cancel due to the COVID-19 pandemic and concerns regarding a potential fall resurgence. Organizers said the festival is planning to return in 2021 in its traditional time slot, which will fall June 4-6, 2021.

Riverside County’s Homeless Point-in-Time Homeless Count reported there was a 3% increase in homeless individuals countywide, a total of 2,884 with 2,155 unsheltered and 729 sheltered. The count, conducted over four hours Jan. 29, by teams of volunteers and city and county officials, is conducted each year to gauge the progress of groups that work exclusively with the homeless population.

About 75 people attended a vigil held at the Temecula Duck Pond Saturday, June 20, in honor of Matthew Tucker, an 18-year-old man that was shot and killed by Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies responding to a call from his house indicating that he wanted to commit suicide in 2016. The vigil was organized by the leaders of Temecula Protest, a group of concerned citizens that formed in response to the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota in late May. Week of July 3 The Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve, which is owned and managed by The Wildlands Conservancy and the Santa Margarita Preserve, owned and operated by the County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department, has been experiencing large crowds flocking to the area since the preserve reopened May 9. That was good, but because of the large crowds, the conservancy feared the park was being damaged by guests entering the park from unapproved entry points.

Week of July 10 One day shy of a month after their first march to Temecula City Hall, supporters of the Black Lives Matter movement again turned out to march the same route, albeit in smaller numbers. The demonstrators at the July 4 march made clear they are still very committed to their movement, 40 days after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis caused an outcry that spread not just across the country, but across the globe.

The California Highway Patrol Temecula office is continuing an investigation into a bomb threat that was called into the Temecula office of the California Department of Motor Vehicles causing the office to be evacuated for more than two hours.

A U.S. Air Force pilot from Temecula who was killed during a training mission on the East Coast was saluted Friday by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who ordered flags statewide to be flown at halfstaff in memory of the aviator.

USAF 1st Lt. David Schmitz, 32, died when the F-16C Fighting Falcon he was flying crashed at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina.

Week of July 17 Originally scheduled for Hell’s Kitchen Motorsports Bar & Grill in Lake Elsinore, the Freedom Protest Rally 2020 went off without a hitch Saturday, July 18, at Hawk Ranch in Murrieta.

The protest, which Hell’s Kitchen owner Frank Opp said was forced to move due to warnings from state and law enforcement officials, drew a large crowd to the ranch. “This is our country,” Opp said. “This is not the politicians’ country. We elected them. They work for us.”

Wildomar city council walked back language in a resolution they passed back in May indicating that the enforcement of orders and mandates handed down by county and state health officials were not a priority for the city as far as funding goes. Ultimately, the council repealed Resolution 2020-33 adopted May 13 that said the city would not be enforcing any of the mandates handed down by county and state health officials. Mayor Dustin Nigg was the sole no vote.

Donors who helped fund the construction of the new pavilion have their names signed on beams that will be raised to cover the new stage at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve Visitor Center.

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Week of July 24 According to city planning director Matthew Bassi, the city of Wildomar has received five applications for retail cannabis businesses since the city opened the application process July 10.

Wildomar City Council adopted a city ordinance finalizing a resolution that would permit commercial cannabis retailers within certain commercial and retail zones in the city in May. The 3-2 decision, which included “yes” votes from Mayor Dustin Nigg and councilmembers Joseph Morabito and Ben Benoit and “no” votes from Mayor Pro Tem Bridgett Moore and councilmember Marsha Swanson, effectively put an end to a process that started back in 2019.

Week of July 31 Citing advice from its lawyers, Rancho Christian School announced that the Temecula K-12 private school planned to open the school year Aug. 19 with an in-person learning option for students. “Our team of attorneys have made it clear to us that Rancho is free to open school on-site, on time,” a statement read.

Kimberly Adams, president and CEO of Visit Temecula Valley, welcomed everyone to a live Zoom event celebrating a year’s worth of service and hospitality shown by the area’s top businesses. Of course, the COVID-19 pandemic was at the forefront of everyone’s mind during the annual Xenia Awards Tuesday, July 21. While the awards presentations were pre-recorded, the VTV hospitality committee surprised each of the award winners by visiting each of them and recording the presentation.

Hundreds of people came out to support anti-child sex trafficking efforts Thursday, July 30, on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons at the Temecula Duck Pond. With temperatures reaching into the mid-to-high 90s, protesters held signs at the intersection of

Rancho California and Ynez roads while cars drove by and honked in support.

Week of Aug. 7 A group of nearly three dozen kicked off their weekend with a demonstration supporting law enforcement at a major Menifee intersection Friday, Aug. 7. The protest, organized by Menifee resident Patrick Wyatt and attended by about 30 Menifee residents, including the Menifee mayor and a city councilwoman, was held at the intersection of Haun and Newport roads in the late morning and early afternoon. “I love America, and I want to see it keep being the greatest country in the world, and I think there are a lot of forces right now trying to tear it down, so I wanted everybody, especially people in Menifee, to know that there’s a lot of us who love this country,” Wyatt said of his motivation for holding the rally.

Week of Aug. 14 The Temecula City Council at its Aug. 11 meeting took two steps toward addressing issues of diversity and equity by denouncing racism and continuing to work toward establishing a diversity commission.

The city council first unanimously approved a resolution “supporting the fair and equal treatment of all human beings, denouncing racism in all its forms, and declaring its commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion.”

With that vote, the city became the latest municipality in the region to denounce racism; Riverside County passed a resolution calling racism a public health crisis earlier this month, as have some Inland Empire cities including the city of Riverside.

Week of Aug. 21 Danny J. Martin, the immediate past president of the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association and current senior vice president of the Rancho California Water District Board of Directors, died at his home Tuesday, Aug. 11.

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Martin lived in Temecula Wine Country, was also a winegrower, and was one of the region’s biggest champions, serving on the TVWA Board of Directors since 2014 and serving as the board’s president from 2017-2108.

In a story first reported by KABC in Los Angeles, the Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts in Wildomar planned to reopen its doors to students on the first day of school Monday, Aug. 24. Executive Director Barbara Hale, who also serves as the District 7 representative with the Riverside County Board of Education, said “We are doing what we were asked to do, provide supervision, rigorous education, and make sure our students have the resources and support they need,” Hale said. “I believe that the Governor (Newsom) wants us to serve our students.”

A Redhawk Elementary School teacher said she was harassed by a couple outside the school the morning of Friday, Aug. 14.

Tiffany Suetos alleged that the harassment was a result of racial profiling, and fellow educators planned a protest for the following week. Suetos, who is Black, said she was confronted by a couple who lived nearby while she took photos on the athletic field for her bitmoji classroom. The couple who confronted Suetos were unable to be contacted at the time of the incident.

Week of Aug. 28 Temecula city manager Aaron Adams disputed a claim made by former Temecula mayor James “Stew” Stewart, who was running for his council seat in District 4, saying, “The day I resigned, the FBI called the city to inform us that between 2,000-5,000 protesters from L.A. County were coming to Old Town Temecula the following day,” Stewart wrote. “The estimated protester count came from organizers, not the FBI,”

Adams responded.

The Temecula City Council voted Aug. 25 to give Pala Community Park a new name: Friendship Park. The name change comes at the request of Councilmember Mike Naggar, who said he has long thought about finding a new name for the 25-year-old park and thought Friendship Park would be fitting in light of recent conversations Temecula has had about racism and diversity. Naggar recommended the new name at the July 28 Temecula City Council meeting, and after the proposal garnered unanimous support from the Temecula Community Services Commission Aug. 10, the City Council voted unanimously Aug. 25 to adopt the new name.

Educators and many other members of the Temecula community turned out to Red Hawk Elementary School in the afternoon Thursday, Aug. 20, as part of a protest to support Tiffany Suetos, a physical education teacher who said she had been racially profiled by a man and a woman outside of that school the previous week. The gathering included TVUSD educators, students and other local residents. Attempts

by Valley News to identify and locate the couple who allegedly confronted Suetos were not initially successful – however, a man claiming to be their son confronted protesters at the Thursday demonstration. The man, who would not give his name and declined to be interviewed during the protest, denied the allegations he said Suetos was directing at his parents. “My mother is a Mexican; my father is an Ashkenazi Jew. I have family who died in the Holocaust,” the man shouted to protesters. “Shame, shame on all of you for lying about my parents,” he said. “They’re not racist people. I’m not a racist man.” More than 100 people attended the protest. see YEAR, page A-6

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LOCAL YEAR from page A-5 Week of Sept. 4 Riding bicycles was allowed in the city of Temecula as of September. The City Council voted at the tail-end of the previous month to adopt a resolution changing the city’s municipal code to allow bicyclists to use city sidewalks unless prohibited by signage.

Previously, the city’s municipal code mandated the opposite – that bicycles were not allowed on sidewalks unless otherwise said. The rule change came at the request of the council’s Trails and Open Space ad hoc subcommittee, which consists of councilmembers Mike Naggar and Zak Schwank.

Week of Sept. 11 The members of the Equity in Action Team of Temecula Valley, mostly educators with the Temecula Valley Unified School District, joined Valley News for a Zoom conference call to talk about their grassroots organization, which is about more than systematically holding the school district accountable for the education of Black, Indigenous and people of color students. Their aim is to develop and change a school district that all students will feel proud to be a part of. “I think we’re doing it for them and because of them,” Brandon Archie, a Bella Vista middle school teacher and Black Student Union adviser, said.

Week of Sept. 18 The Wildomar City Council, unanimously approved the awarding of a contract in the amount of 6,883,950.30 for the construction of the Bundy Canyon Road Improvement Project with James McMinn, Inc. Councilmember Ben Benoit said he was excited to see the contract “going out the door. “I am so excited to see this going and I am excited to see the other two phases completed also, of course.”

Week of Sept. 25 Lake Elsinore city officials approved new designs for public art on underpasses at two of the city’s freeway interchanges. Nicole Dailey, assistant to the city manager for the city of Lake Elsinore, presented the designs for the Railroad Canyon Road and Main Street interchanges with Interstate 15 to the city council at its Tuesday, Sept. 8, meeting.

Week of Oct. 2 The owners of a stand selling Black Lives Matter masks, T-shirts and other wares at a Murrieta intersection said they are continuing to be the targets of harassment, even after receiving media attention at the end of September.

The grandson of the woman who opened the stand said not only has he seen passing motorists shout racial slurs, but unknown vandals have gone so far as to smear feces in the area around the stand and leave nails to damage vehicle

Visitors at the Temecula Duck Pond view a display of American flags on display honoring each innocent life lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

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tires. Esther Grant told NBC Los Angeles, Sept. 23, that she opened the stand in June to promote racial equality and to raise money for a youth center for disadvantaged children she hopes to start but ran into plenty of hate.

A couple dozen protesters spent much of the afternoon Friday, Sept. 25, at the intersection of Nuevo Road and Perris Boulevard, a heavily traveled intersection just under a mile north of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Perris Station, where a sheriff’s deputy who shot 18-year-old Matthew Tucker in 2016, now works.

New attention was drawn to the case of Tucker, a Black teen living in Temecula at the time he was killed, over a summer of protests across the country against police brutality toward Black Americans and other minorities.

Week of Oct. 9 Lake Elsinore Mayor Brian Tisdale struck an optimistic tone while reflecting on the difficulties of the past year at the 2020 Lake Elsinore State of the City, Oct. 8.

“2020 has been an unusual year,” Tisdale said. “I’ve been in local government management since 1968,” City Manager Grant Yates said. “And the last few years, our community has experienced an amazing amount of natural disasters starting with the fires, the floods, and we had issues on the lake with a fish kill, we had the poppy emergency, and all of that before COVID hit, right, so I just want to say that I’ve been so impressed with our community, with the resiliency of our residents.

Most communities go decades without dealing with the kind of things we’ve had to deal with in the last couple of years.” Yates said it’s been city staff’s intention to adapt to the pandemic and continue progress toward its goals.

Week of Oct. 16 Two candidates in local Temecula elections spoke at a “Slave No More California” event Sunday, Oct. 11, at Temecula City Hall condemning public health restrictions. Sonia Perez, a candidate for Temecula City Council District 4

A demonstration is held Friday, Sept. 25, in Perris near the Riverside County sheriff’s station where Michael Hamilton, the deputy who shot Temecula resident Matthew Tucker while responding to a mental Valley News/Will Fritz photo health call in 2016, now works.

and primary organizer of the rally, said the message of the event was “that freedom isn’t free” and “our freedoms are being taken away, one by one.”

“That’s why this was called Slave No More California,” Perez said. “We have mandates at public schools that are taking the parents’ rights away. We have a city that’s not allowing us to walk into a public facility that our tax dollars pay for. That’s a right that I have, that my tax dollars pay for this beautiful city council. And we have children that are going missing every day. The message is, enough is enough. It’s time to open up. It’s time to take care of each other and our livelihoods and to take care of our families.” The event had a speaking lineup that included Temecula Valley Unified board candidate Brooklynn McClure, along with several business owners from across the Southern California region who have been outspoken about masks and other health orders.

Week of Oct. 23 A prominent youth dance teacher was led away in handcuffs Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Temecula Dance Company, the studio at which he served as the director of hip-hop.

Erik Saradpon, 42, was arrested by Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Temecula Police Department deputies at 6:30 p.m. and booked into the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center at 7:15 p.m. on felony counts of sodomy with a person under 18 years of age, sodomy by force, and two counts of lewd lascivious acts with a person under the age of 14.

According to Susan G. Komen Inland Empire Executive Director Jill Eaton, the way the breast cancer organization was forced by the COVID-19 pandemic to host its second annual virtual More Than Pink Walk may have been a blessing. “It was somewhat of a challenge to a degree, but it also allowed us to really continue to expand our footprint,” Eaton said.

“We had new teams that came in from outside of the immediate Inland Empire area, so that was great.”

Week of Oct. 30 Five candidates for the two Temecula City Council seats up for grabs this year took part in a virtual forum hosted on Zoom by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Monday, Oct. 26.

Moderated by former chamber board chairman Brian Connors, questions for the forum were solicited from the community and had a focus on Temecula’s business environment and candidates’ plans to improve the city. Temecula City Council District 4 candidates who took part in the forum were Mark Gular, Adam Ruiz and James “Stew” Stewart, and District 2 candidates in the forum were Jessica Alexander and Alisha Wilkins.

Absent from the event was District 2 candidate Andy Black, who has

A group of members of the community gathered at Temecula City Hall for an event called “Slave No More California” to speak about rallying support in opening businesses and the freedom to choose during the COVID-19 pandemic, signing a petition to recall California Governor Gavin Newsom and to raise awareness about child sex trafficking, Oct. 11.

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withdrawn himself from the race and endorsed Alexander although his name remains on the ballot, as well as District 4 candidate Sonia Perez. Candidates were asked individual questions, plus two “roundtable” questions for discussion by each candidate.

Week of Nov. 6 An agreement between Ambient Communities LLC, developers of the long-planned Altair Development in the far southwest portion of Temecula, the city and the Center for Biological Diversity, Sierra Club, Mountain Lion Foundation and the Endangered Habitats League, put an end to a lawsuit that had dragged on for two years.

The agreement focused on a 55acre portion of land known as the “South Parcel” which will be set aside as open space to allow mountain lions a way to pass by the development and through an underground crossing at Interstate 15.

The “Riverside Maga Drag the Interstate Trump Rally” advertised on Facebook that began in Riverside and traveled nearly 60 miles to Temecula caused some controversy Sunday, Nov. 1, when the caravan came to an end at the Ronald Reagan Sports Park, which also includes the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

According to at least one person working as a voting assistance officer at the Temecula CRC, which is one of six locations in the city, the flood of people and vehicles that descended on the parking lot

was causing problems for voters.

Week of Nov. 13 Gerry Wilson, the always-smiling patriarch of the Wilson family and Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyard, died Thursday, Nov. 4.

He was 90 years old. “His sparkling blue eyes and contagious smile warmed the hearts of thousands,” the winery shared on its Facebook page Thursday, Nov. 5.

“It is with a heavy heart, we share the loss of this incredible man.”

Incumbent Bridgette Moore maintained her lead over Kenneth “Kenny” Mayes to retain her City of Wildomar District 4 City Council seat. “The biggest concern/complaint I heard during the campaign was roads,” Moore said. “And we’re well aware of that. We’re working on it. We just finished 11 streets. And by the way, staff started working on the next batch of streets and we’re not going to stop.”

Brian J. Brady, Bill Wilson, and John E. Hoagland won the race to win full-term seats on the Rancho California Water District’s Board of Directors and appointed incumbent John Rossi won in the short term race. Incumbent director Joseph Kuebler, who was appointed to the board in August out of a candidate pool of eight, was not able to get enough votes to retain the seat.

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for sticking around for one more year with what’s going on with COVID,” council member Ben Benoit said. “I know you planned to get out of Dodge and I appreciate your tenure and I appreciate him continuing.”

Week of Nov. 20 Wildomar’s State of the City address by mayor Dustin Nigg was held virtually and hosted by the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce online Thursday, Nov. 12. “What year, right?” Nigg said. “You can probably imagine how pumped I was to be the mayor this year. Attend all the events, the ribbon-cuttings, the strategy sessions 2020 was going to be the year for Wildomar. Psych. It didn’t quite go as planned.”

Week of Nov. 27 The city of Temecula is renaming a local park after retiring Councilman Mike Naggar. The Temecula City Council, with Naggar recusing himself, voted unanimously earlier in November, to rename Margarita Community Park, which contains the Margarita Recreation Center, as Michael “Mike” Naggar Community Park. The city will also rename the public pool planned for the Margarita Recreation Center as “Liam’s Place,” after Naggar’s son, Liam Naggar, “who has been the inspiration to councilmember Naggar’s strong advocacy in support of the special needs community,” according to a city staff report on the resolution to rename the park and pool. The name change resolution was drafted at the request of Councilmember Matt Rahn. Naggar logged off the city council’s virtual meeting ahead of the remaining members’ vote on the resolution, but he expressed his gratitude to the city council before leaving.

Week of Dec. 4 Former Temecula Mayor James Stewart was set to return to the Temecula City Council after resigning five months ago over an email that was criticized as racist, although he has always maintained it resulted from a typo.

With most of the vote tallying complete as of Nov. 27, Stewart has trounced his opposition in the four-way race for Temecula City Council District 4, earning 4,388 votes, while his closest opponent, Adam Ruiz, trailed by more than 1,000. Ruiz received 3,226 votes, followed by Sonia Perez with 2,224 votes and Mark Gular with 1,608 votes. It was a tumultuous year for Stewart’s political fortunes – he received the title of

mayor in December 2019, stepped down both as mayor and as a city councilmember in June and is headed back to the council in December. Stewart’s email incident and his subsequent resignation were dramatic – they landed the city of Temecula in national news headlines as Americans across the country were focused on issues of race in the aftermath of the police killing of George Floyd, May 25.

Week of Dec. 11 Riverside County and the rest of Southern California fell under sweeping new health restrictions in early December due to the rapidly increasing number of hospitalizations from the coronavirus, and area hospitals said they remain fully operational amid the latest case surge. The state-mandated “regional stay-at-home” order went into effect at 11:59 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 6, which was triggered when intensive-care unit bed availability remained below 15% after Saturday’s daily update, according to the California Department of Public Health. The 11-county Southern California region’s available ICU capacity was 12.5% Saturday, a decrease from 13.1% the day before. The Southern California region consists of Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Imperial, Inyo, Mono, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.

The main topic of discussion during the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Summit Tuesday, Dec. 1, was the COVID-19 pandemic. The Legislative Summit was intended to inform attendees about legislative issues that may impact their business, as well as other federal and state issues such as water, natural gas and electrification and fire.

After more than seven years of service as the city of Murrieta’s Chief of Police, Sean Hadden chose to retire from law enforcement after 34 years, effective Dec. 30. “Chief Hadden was part of the team that helped form the department and his long-standing engagement with the community set the tone for the successful and respected department we have today,” Murrieta City Manager Kim Summers said in a press release.

Summers named Capt. Tony Conrad as Murrieta’s interim Chief of Police.

Week of Dec. 18 During a Zoom call with her family Thursday, Dec. 10, 5-yearold Scarlett Gibson of Temecula received the surprise of a lifetime

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when she was awarded an allexpense-paid trip to Orlando, Florida, to visit all of her favorite amusement parks from Baking Memories 4 Kids.

Dec. 8, 2020, was the end of an era for the city of Temecula as longtime Councilmember Mike Naggar marked his last meeting on the Temecula City Council.

The Hemet City Council named reelected councilmember Karlee Meyer as the city’s newest mayor and councilmember-elect Joe Males as mayor pro tem for 2021 at the Tuesday, Dec. 8, city council meeting.

The San Jacinto City Council held a special meeting Tuesday, Dec. 8, to certify the November election results declaring the passage of Measure V, a one-cent sales tax.

The first of many freezerpacked COVID-19 vaccine vials made their way to distribution sites across the United States Sunday, Dec. 13. The rollout of the Pfizer vaccine, the first to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration, ushered in the biggest vaccination effort in U.S. history.

Week of Dec. 25 Modern Lending in Temecula, along with volunteers and community members, handed the keys of a trailer Sunday, Dec. 13, to a Natalie Lucio who with her two grandchildren were living in a difficult situation in Lake Elsinore.

They also received money for a monthly grocery delivery, space rent for the trailer, college funds for children and more.

The cities of Lake Elsinore, San Jacinto, Menifee, Temecula and Murrieta welcomed new city council members into service.

It may be quite some time before southwest Riverside schools are able to open again in person.

Superintendents from Temecula Valley Unified School District, Murrieta Valley Unified School District, Hemet Unified School District, San Jacinto Unified School District and Lake Elsinore Unified School District acknowledged as much in their discussions of the reopening landscape at their December board meetings, but the districts stand ready to reopen whenever it becomes safe to do so.

Top Capitol Hill negotiators sealed a deal Sunday, Dec. 20, on a $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package, delivering longoverdue help to businesses and individuals and providing money to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to the nation.

Health care workers conduct testing for COVID-19 at the drivethru testing site at Diamond Stadium in Lake Elsinore managed and operated by Riverside University Health System Public Health Valley News/Shane Gibson photo Department.

Jack Davis Flournoy Jr. was born Dec. 7, 1936, in Los Angeles to Jack Davis Flournoy and Ruth Horton Flournoy, and died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Jan; his children Deborah Christine Portales, Bill Flournoy, Linda McCarroll, Yvonne Arroyo and Sue Howell and their spouses; by his sister, Jeanne Flournoy, and by Jan’s son, Joe Berkowitz and his family. Jack also leaves 13 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, four greatgreat-grandchildren, four nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren.

Jack’s family lived in California, Oregon and Nevada when he was a child, then moved to Akron, Ohio, where he was raised and where he graduated from Coventry High School in 1954.

He married Myna Christine Allman in 1958, and they lived in Long Beach until they moved to Irapuato, Mexico, to go into the essential oils business with his uncle.

The family eventually relocated to Waldwick, New Jersey, where Jack worked in New York in The World Trade Center where he became the vice president of an essential oils business.

When Jack felt the call to the ministry, they returned to California where he earned his master’s degree in marriage, family and child counseling and was ordained.

Myna died Feb. 25, 2000.

He served as assistant pastor at The First Assembly of God church of Murrieta and eventually began an affiliation with Rancho Damacitas, a group home organization serving children. He went on to establish and inspire the Beth Sason Messianic Congregation, which he pastored. He concurrently served court-mandated family referrals through his private practice. For the past 20 years he has served The Salvation Army as the supervisor of counseling for their interns.

While attending Adat Hamashiach, Jack met Jan Berkowitz on a synagogue tour of Israel. They became good friends and married Oct. 6, 2002. Jan brought Jack new energy, fun and a renewed sense of purpose.

Jack was a quiet, unassuming man of God. He believed he was called to a life of service, and he never wavered from that path in all of his endeavors. His legacy is the influence he had on the lives he touched. He is mourned and loved by all who knew him.

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Flournoy, while attending Congregation B’nai Chaim’s Holocaust memorial with his wife Jan to commemorate Yom Hashoah, which is the Jewish Holocaust remembrance time in Israel, noticed the attendance was getting smaller at the temple, Michlin said. He expressed his concern that younger people perhaps have been forgetting the horrible actions of the Nazi Party during World War II that killed millions of Jewish people in a Holocaust never seen before.

Flournoy, along with members of the Christian community, joined with the synagogue, the March of Remembrance was created and a memorial planned at Murrieta’s Town Square Park.

“From the beginning, it was a dynamic group of hardworking

and dedicated people,” Michlin said. “Today, the event attracts over 400 people up from an initial attendance of about 150. It is a balanced mixture of Christians and Jews. Speakers have included Holocaust survivors, state and city representatives, rabbis, pastors, a member of the Israeli Knesset and in every year a representative from the Israeli Consulate.”

Out of this committee was born the decision to create something of more permanence, Michlin said.

“We decided to build a Holocaust Memorial. Again, we had a Judeo/Christian committee with Jack at its helm driving its progress. We solicited design concepts and ultimately Jack went before the Murrieta City Council who unanimously gave approval for a site upon which to build the memorial.”

Flournoy as a pastor and Christian leader was involved with the importation and sales of scents from all over the world. He was a licensed marriage and family ther-

apist. He was an ordained Christian minister and had his ministry in the Temecula and Murrieta area for over 32 years before retiring.

He was interested in Jewish studies leading to his support of the Jewish people and of Israel.

A memorial was planned for Jack Davis Flournoy Sunday, Dec. 27, at Beth Shalom Corona was shown live on YouTube.

An outdoor graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3, at Sunset Hills, 24000 Waalew Road in Apple Valley. In honor of his life and vision, and in lieu of flowers, donate to the Holocaust Education Memorial in Murrieta at http://www.hrfv.org.

“His passing is a great loss to his family and the community. He was a very special person. It is important that we keep up the ideas that were so important to him, the March of Remembrance and the Holocaust Educational Memorial,” Michlin said.

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

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Coping With COVID-19: Cameron Books

Since 1987, Ron Chalmers owns Cameron Books in Hemet.

Diane A. Rhodes SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Ron Chalmers opened Cameron Books in Hemet in 1987 when there were several others in the area. As the only bookstore left in town, he continues offering books to meet the reading needs of the community.

He worked at a Walden’s bookstore while attending college as an English ma or. Chalmers said as he learned about the business, he discovered he liked it and continued working in other stores for several years.

At one point, my father suggested we start one of our own, and my parents and I opened Cameron Books as partners,” Chalmers said.

Offering new titles, gently used books and an area for local selfpublished authors to sell their work on consignment, the bookstore has become known as the home of special orders.

Learning curve When COVID-19’s impact started causing businesses to be shuttered and people were ordered to shelter in place, Chalmers said no one ordered him to close his business.

“I heard on the news that all ‘nonessential’ businesses were to close down right around the middle of March,” he said. “There was a great deal of confusion about what sort of businesses could keep operating.”

A book signing scheduled for early April was canceled.

The only warning was what we heard by sketchy radio reports and word-of-mouth,” Chalmers said. “When they announced the schools were closing, it seemed, at that time, an overreaction. Things went very rapidly downhill from there.”

He said that as people began to tire of television and computer games, many of them rediscovered reading and books as a worthwhile pursuit.

Although, because many were forced to stay at home, this meant a big increase of sales for Amazon, but we were fortunate to benefit as well,” Chalmers said.

Management Although the bookstore was considered nonessential and closed to the public in the early months of the pandemic, Chalmers went in each day to check on things.

While there, he did some work on the store, took phone orders and eventually setup curbside pickups or delivered books to people who could not leave their homes.

We pretty much had to find our way along. In the early days, no one was even certain about masks and whether they were effective or not,” he said. “We improvised.

A lot.”

Chalmers had one employee when the pandemic hit, but she stopped working about March 20.

He was able to bring her back in August, when business was doing well enough to afford it.

“In the early months, our sales dropped by about 70 . By August, when we could be legally’ open, sales increased back to what we were doing the previous year, perhaps even a bit above,” he said. “Now, with a new shutdown, things are very uncertain again.”

Staying healthy Chalmers said his customers use face coverings and hand sanitizer while in the store.

I’ve tried to keep things as normal, or unchanged as possible,” he said. “We hardly ever have more than a few people in the store at one time, so the distancing is not a problem.”

Weathering the storm Chalmers said the kindness and support that many of his customers have given has been wonderful.

He said he lost two very close customers and friends during this time but is thankful for the regular customers who have continued to stay in touch.

Several of them, knowing what was happening to small businesses, made very generous efforts to help keep us going,” he said. Some did their Christmas shopping in April.

Others increased their buying, left donations and ust as importantly offered encouragement and support. I will always be grateful to them. Some have been coming to us for 30 years and more.”

He said that many parents and grandparents have come in looking for books to help their children keep up their studies, while being schooled outside the classroom and that children’s book sales have increased appreciably.

We are grateful to our loyal friends and customers, and we look forward to meeting new book lovers in the days ahead,” Chalmers said. It’s been a very trying year

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Cameron Books owner Ron Chalmers stands amid many gently used and discounted books that are available for purchase at store in Hemet.

Ron Chalmers has been operating Cameron Books in Hemet for more than 33 years.

for everyone, but better days are ahead.”

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BUSINESS

Prepare for the New Year Kyle Hotchkiss DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIST

This year’s holiday season has been one like we have never experienced. Cities are underdecorated, malls lack kiosks and events are canceled. Families are burdened with the decision of isolating themselves from one another or gathering for some holiday cheer.

It would be an understatement to say that it is a confusing and difficult time for all Americans.

The same can be said in the business world. Businesses have been treading water all year, and many

of them have lost sight of their goals and their plans. Salaries and budgets were cut, workers were laid off and companies downsized ust to stay afloat.

Unfortunately, business owners have lost the time to really focus on the business practices that will keep them afloat and growing against all odds going into 2021.

Digital marketing practices are crucial to the modern business organization and amid consistent lockdown policies in California, they are necessary for survival.

Hardly anyone is going out and visiting local businesses anymore,

and all these interactions have gone directly online.

Businesses have to ask themselves some important questions.

Do they have a functional and upto-date website? Is their website receiving traffic or facilitating the growth of their business Are they active on social media? Are they cultivating their relationships with their online prospects through email marketing It is so important that businesses answer these questions and work to rectify problems that they may have encountered while answering them.

If there was anything that small businesses could do right now to help themselves, it would be to answer these questions, to find solutions to their problems and to use those answers as a starting point for developing a strong digital marketing plan for 2021. Businesses must address their online presence and start incorporating solutions to perfect their marketing plans while preparing for the new year.

All businesses can benefit these tasks. At Reeder Media, we have seen it all year long. We’ve helped clients with their digital marketing

pursuits helping them yield more than 700 on their marketing investment.

It’s not difficult, but it does take time and some devotion. If you or someone you know is struggling to market their business online, feel free to reach out to us and call 7 0-723-731 for a free marketing consultation and digital marketing audit.

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Handle dog bite claims through insurance

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You’ve been doing your part: social distancing, wearing your mask and staying home. You can’t hit the gym anymore and with the upcoming holidays, you might be trying to combat that annual weight gain.

Or, let’s be honest, ust trying to nab some “you time” and maintain your sanity. A walk around the neighborhood sounds uite relaxing. Some fresh air, fall skies, it’s a nice – and free – way to unwind.

But all of that is put at risk when you see what appears to be a friendly dog along your walk – except Fido isn’t feeling so friendly right now and in a spur of the moment, Fido bites you.

It happens. And it’s happening more now since everyone is wearing masks. Dogs are having trouble reading facial cues, and it’s causing an increase in dog bites.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated over 4.5 million dog bites occur every year. While they vary in severity, some of them can be extremely traumatic and lead to long-term care, disability or disfigurement.

Seeking reimbursement for an in ury of that nature doesn’t mean you hate Fido or other canines. It’s certainly not meant to cause strife between you and a neighbor, if the incident occurred on someone’s property.

California ranks eight out of all 50 states in average dog bite claim amounts, coming in at around 50,000. Average means some claims are less – and means some claims are more. Seeking compensation is meant to take care of you or a loved one, including the medical costs, lost wages or other damages suffered.

The good news is dog bites are typically covered by homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, so you should never fret that filing a claim implies you have a personal vendetta against an individual or animal. It is especially true if the

bite occurs in your neighborhood or with someone you know and risks causing friction with a friend.

Dog bite claims are paid through insurance, as though it were a car accident, and that should ease the hesitation that can come from taking action against someone you know.

What if, conversely, it was your dog that bit someone We don’t presume to know Fido’s history, but we hope precautions are in place, including adhering to leash laws which most California counties have on public property and private property. That’s right – even if Fido is in your front yard, if there’s no fencing, Fido must be leashed. Even the most wellbehaved dog may react to sights, sounds and smells and put Fido or other persons at risk.

Also, you should take a look at

your insurance. While not required by law, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance is an inexpensive way to protect you and your assets. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2017 the average Californian’s renter’s insurance was ust 15 a month, and 100 for homeowners. That’s not so bad for a little peace of mind.

So, take a walk, en oy the weather and if things go awry, know The Zucker Law Firm is here to help you with life’s trials and tribulations – ust call us to hear how we can help.

The Zucker Law Firm is located at 43 Business Park Drive in Temecula. For more information, contact them at 95169210 or visit http://www.TheZuckerLawFirm.com.

Temecula business owner receives Toastmasters Communication Education Award TEMECULA – Kathryn Sizemore, owner of A-Bell Alarms Company in Temecula, was recognized by Professional Women Toastmasters of Temecula Tuesday, Dec. 15, for her achievement in completing Toastmasters International’s Persuasive Influence Educational Pathway.

Toastmasters’ Persuasive Influence Educational Pathway helps speakers build their skills as an innovative communicator and leader. The pro ects on this path focus on how to negotiate a positive outcome together with

building strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills. Each pro ect emphasizes developing leadership skills to use in complex situations, as well as creating innovative solutions to challenges.

Over the course of two years, Sizemore delivered 1 pro ect speeches and put her leadership skills to the test during the completion of a high-performance leadership pro ect. Her pro ect consisted of leading a team of marketing specialists and website developers in the development of a business

website, http: www.abellalarms. com.

Developing excellent communication skills is essential to every aspect of your life, especially when leading others. Improving my communication and leadership skills while completing Toastmasters Persuasive Influence Pathway has enabled me to become a more effective business owner, volunteer leader and parent,” Sizemore said.

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to win Toastmasters District 12 Chuck Weck Award for Public Relations for the 201 -2020 Toastmasters year, winning first place in a local Toastmasters Humorous Speech Contest and third place in a local Toastmasters Evaluation Contest. She is currently the president of the Professional Women Toastmasters club and has previously served as the club’s vice president of Public Relations.

“Kathy is the best kind of leader – the one who leads with her heart and her head. She asks for support and help when needed and always follows through on her commitments. Her fun-loving side comes through all her speeches and I love her fun story telling skills,” Mary O’Dwyer, immediate past president for Professional Women Toastmasters, said.

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches communication and leadership skills through a worldwide network of more than 15, 00 clubs in 143 countries. In the Temecula Valley region, seven Toastmasters clubs are currently meeting online for club meetings.

Toastmasters members choose to work on one of 11 Toastmasters educational Pathways designed to develop competencies in dynamic leadership, persuasive influence,

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Professional Women Toastmasters meets regularly each Monday at 12:30 p.m. The club is currently practicing social distancing and meeting virtually online through the Zoom platform. For more information about the club or to obtain a Zoom link to visit as a guest, visit the club’s website at https: 507731 .toastmastersclubs. org or email the club’s vice president of public relations, Brooke Nunn, at vppr-5077319@toastmastersclubs.org.

Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

Head uartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization’s membership exceeds 357,000 in more than 1 , 00 clubs in 143 countries.

Since 1 24, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, visit http: www.toastmasters.org.

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Walton acquires 174 lots for residential development in Menifee PHOENIX – Walton, a real estate investment and land asset management company with $3.39 billion under management and administration, has acquired 174 lots across 4 . acres at the southwest corner of McLaughlin Road and Sun City Boulevard in Menifee.

Walton recently entered into a residential land exit option agreement with a national homebuilder to develop the residential property.

Construction of the single-family homesites is planned to begin in fall 2021.

Menifee is located in the heart of Southern California, along Interstate 215 and 15 miles north of Temecula. A vibrant city with a population of more than 7,000, Menifee residents en oy an abundance of recreational offerings, convenient proximity to some of Southern California’s premiere attractions and employment centers.

“Menifee is one of California’s most promising new cities with a growing family-oriented population and we are looking forward to this new housing development becoming a part of Walton’s portfolio,” Ed Hadley, Walton’s senior vice president of land, said. “Within its 50 s uare miles, Menifee’s business, retail and entertainment outlets are starting to shape the community’s character and is contributing favorably to the city’s economic base. We are excited to be working with a ma or homebuilder to fill this new single-family home need in this growing area of southwest Riverside County.”

Recognized as one of the top 10 cities for growth in Southern California, Menifee is attracting young families looking for shopping, dining and entertainment amenities in their own community. The business-friendly city is investing more than 170 million in infrastructure and traffic improvement pro ects over the next five years, according to the city of Menifee.

Walton acquires 174 single-family lots in Menifee for future development, as seen in this aerial photo.

The Menifee land acquisition, known as Garrett Sagewood in Walton’s property inventory, added to Walton’s 85,000-acre portfolio of owned or administered land located across the United States, providing a scalable land ac uisition platform to support homebuilders with ust-in-time inventory management.

For over 40 years, Walton has researched, planned and structured predevelopment land investments located in the ma or growth cor-

ridors throughout the U.S. and Canada. The evolution of Walton has opened the door to offering new products, creating opportunities for investors and homebuilders.

Walton is a privately owned, leading global real estate investment, land asset management and administration company that has focused on strategically located land in ma or growth corridors for 40-plus years. The company manages and administers 3.3 billion of real estate assets in North

Keep your work culture thriving outside the office AUSTIN, Texas – Despite the economic havoc COVID-19 caused, the work culture of some companies has stayed solid. But amid big changes and continuing uncertainties, that foundational element of business is an ongoing concern for many heading into 2021.

The massive shift to remote work on a regular basis changed how companies interact internally, and some have ad usted better than others.

Work relationships, processes and production are vulnerable to slippage, so businesses with remote workforces must deal with the challenge of preventing their culture from fraying while at the same time making it stronger, Mark McClain, CEO and co-founder of SailPoint and the ForbesBooks author of “Joy and Success at Work: Building Organizations that Don’t Suck the Life Out of People),” said.

“Crisis doesn’t build character; it reveals character and it reveals culture,” McClain said. “As leaders, we have to determine how our culture works from home and works from anywhere.

“The pandemic has introduced significant challenges around how we work together, and how to keep teamwork and company culture intact. The events of 2020 have given business leaders a critical opportunity to step back and take a hard look at all aspects of their business, starting with their culture,” he said.

McClain offered five ways business leaders can keep their culture alive and make it stronger as the pandemic puts them to a prolonged test.

Lead with intention.

Hybrid workforces – some working from home, others from the office – have been implemented and could be the new normal for many companies post-COVID. Keeping everyone on the same page re uires clarity of message from the top and a detailed review of how success is defined in these different times.

“This pandemic has made it crystal clear that operating in unity does not require us to physically be near one another, but it does require us to be clear about our culture and our shared business goals,” McClain said. Leaders and managers need to be more in-

tentional about how they structure meetings involving remote workers and those in an office.”

Don’t micromanage.

“There can be a tendency to micromanage when everybody’s working from home,” McClain said. “But then what kind of culture do you have without selfstarters and people whom you trust Never micromanage a competent professional. Treat them like adults. To have them working hard and confidently in pressure times, they don’t need managers on top of them or constantly checking on them.”

Embrace your core values.

“This is where a solid culture starts, and in crisis times, core values gain meaning if you emphasize them to the team,” McCain said. “There’s pride in everyone pulling in the same direction and being proud of what they’ve accomplished based on those values.

Repeated from time to time, core values serve to encourage and strengthen.”

Provide a forum for expression.

“The pandemic far transcends the workplace into the home,” McClain said. “People have been experiencing many emotions. As a leader, if you haven’t done so already, reach out to your people individually or in groups and let them get out their feelings about this difficult year and anything they want to discuss. When the workforce knows everyone, including their leaders, truly care, your culture is stronger.”

Host virtual socials.

People in a good work culture get along well, and as the pandemic spirals into months and months, people miss seeing each other in person.

“Loneliness is a factor, even for the busiest person,” McClain said. “Set aside some virtual team happy-hour meetings ust for fun and non-work conversation, nopressure contests, music, etc.”

“Each company has a unique culture, a reason why people like working there and why it’s successful,” McClain said. “The best companies are very intentional about their culture, and it’s more important than ever.”

Mark McClain, ForbesBooks author of “Joy and Success at Work: Building Organizations that Don’t Suck (the Life Out of

Peopl e),” is CEO of SailPoint, a leader in the enterprise identity management market. McClain has led the company from its beginnings in 2005, when it started as a three-pe rson team, to today where SailPoint has grown to more than 1,200 employees who serve customers in 35 countries.

For more information, visit http: // www.markmcclain.me.

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Winds cause anxiety for De Luz avocado grower Will Fritz ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Santa Ana winds have long been the cause of headaches for avocado growers, and the winds experienced in Southern California the first week of December – which also caused public safety power shut-offs in Fallbrook and elsewhere – were no different.

One De Luz grower said the winds knocked a significant chunk of the fruit off her trees.

“I have quite a few trees that have no fruit on them at all,” the grower said. I wouldn’t say half my grove has no fruit but there are probably 10 , 20 with no fruit on them, and then the trees that do have fruit, don’t have much.”

The grower said the damage caused by the winds will certainly impact the amount of avocados she is able to pick and sell, which is a process that her grove usually starts in January or February and continues through the summer.

We have approximately 300 trees and we actually have what would be considered a really good, productive grove, so we might get 50 bins of avocados in a really good year,” the grower said. I think this year, we’re probably looking at 10-15 bins.”

That loss will make it difficult to

Avocados at a De Luz grove are seen knocked to the ground due to Santa Ana winds in early December.

Valley News/Will Fritz photo Downed fruit cannot be sold.

make money, especially with what she described as increased water costs, plus the looming impact of lowered demand for avocados with restaurants that may not reopen as a result of the pandemic.

“We can break even, depend-

ing on what our water costs are,” she said. A few years ago, we could break even at 1 to 1.10 a pound. Now water costs have gone up significantly so that probably wouldn’t hold true.”

And prices per pound were al-

ready trending toward the dollar range for the 2020 harvest, the grower said, down from a year before, when they were closer to 2 per pound.

Wind damage to avocado groves is not a new phenomenon – it does

happen periodically, depending on the severity of the winds, which typically peak in October but can occur throughout the year.

Typically, some groves get hit very hard, some hardly at all,” Charley Wolk, owner of Be oca Grove and Landscape Management, said.

Indeed, wind-damaged avocado groves have made headlines plenty of times over the years.

In 2017, a bad wildfire year for California, there were reports of downed fruit in many Southern California groves as a result of the winds, which also often fan wildfire flames. In 2007, another especially bad fire year, expected damage to avocado groves proved to be less severe than expected but, in 2003, yet another noteworthy fire year, winds caused more between 10 to 15 million in damage to Southern California avocado groves, news reports from the time indicate.

When we get the Santa Ana winds, depending on their velocity, it can be very damaging, especially orchards that face to the northeast because that’s where the Santa Ana winds come from,” Wolk said.

Will Fritz can be reached by email at wfritz@reedermedia.com.

‘It’s working itself out:’ woman takes in granddaughter Lexington Howe STAFF WRITER

Hemet resident Passion Aldridge, 45, took in her newborn granddaughter recently, caring for the child since she was three days old.

“We didn’t know that my husband’s daughter was pregnant actually, and we received a phone call that she had a baby, that she needed someone to take care of it because she was unable to take the

baby home.”

Aldridge and her husband are empty nesters, with their youngest son turning 21 in February. The baby was born Dec. 11.

Murrieta resident Nashely Olivari, a friend of Aldridge, asked her if she could post to an online Facebook group for support and was surprised by the response.

“When I posted I didn’t think that – I thought maybe a handful of people would come help. I wasn’t really expecting the amount of

people that stopped by my house and actually, physically dropped things off during the pandemic,” Olivari said.

In more than 300 comments on the post, the community reached out offering baby clothes, diapers, baby toys, bottles, blankets and more.

“I didn’t actually see the post until after she Olivari started telling me that you have tons of stuff here,” Aldridge said. When she started telling me everything

that people were donating, I was like what did you post?

When I saw all the stuff it was really humbling. I was very grateful and thankful,” she said.

The baby is doing well, according to Aldridge.

I ust kind of feel like when God gives you an assignment, he’ll make everything happen,” Aldridge said. She’s ad usting fine. She’s very alert; she’s a good baby.”

Aldridge said she was thankful

for the community support.

I would ust like to say thank you to everybody that did donate or reach out or tried to donate anything,” Aldridge said. We’re very grateful, very appreciative.

The baby is a blessing and the community has been a blessing as well.”

Lexington Howe can be reached by email at lhowe@reedermedia. com.

How to choose the right lighting inside your home TEMECULA – Lighting in a home serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. It’s easy to maneuver around a well-lit home, reducing the risk of slips and falls, and the right lighting can help homeowners create their desired ambiance, which typically changes depending on which room you’re in.

When choosing lighting for their homes, homeowners must walk a fine line between appearance and functionality. A fixture in the foyer that instantly impresses visitors likely won’t prove as awe-inspiring if it’s installed in the living room.

When choosing lighting for a home, some general rules about what works in each room can help homeowners make the most informed decision.

Kitchen Kitchens are often the busiest room in a home, so lighting here can be especially important. A kitchen often benefits, both practically and aesthetically, from different types of lighting. For example, pendant lighting above kitchen islands can make meal preparation easier and safer, but such lighting likely won’t work in breakfast nooks and informal dining areas in the kitchen. Recessed lighting works best in such areas. In kitchens with no island, under-cabinet lighting can be used to illuminate countertops and simplify meal preparation.

Formal dining room Many people en oy the look of chandeliers in formal dining rooms, and such fixtures can be installed directly above the dinner table. The interior design experts at Better Homes & Gardens advise hanging chandeliers roughly 33 inches above the table in dining rooms with eight-foot ceilings, adding 3 inches for each additional foot above 8 feet. Darkened dining areas may be ideal in restaurants, but homeowners may want to split the difference at home and choose dimmable chandeliers for their dining rooms. This allows homeowners to dim the lights for romantic dinners but turn them up for family gatherings with lots of people around the table.

Living room Adaptability also is important in the living room, where homeowners may host anything from movie nights to book clubs to parties for the big game. It can be a tall order to accommodate such a wide range of activities, and many homeowners come down to deciding between recessed lighting and track lighting.

If the living room currently has neither style, homeowners should recognize that it will cost considerably less to install track lighting than recessed lighting. Better Homes Gardens notes that flexible track lighting provides ambient, task or accent lighting, and track lights can even be moved to change light-

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ing schemes at any time, making them a budget-friendly option for homeowners whose living rooms are multi-purpose spaces. Recessed lighting also works well in living rooms, especially ones with low ceilings. That’s because recessed lighting is installed into the ceiling, meaning it does not take up any visual space in the room. That can help living rooms feel bigger.

Bedroom The home improvement experts

at BobVila.com note that bedroom lighting should provide enough light when getting dressed, but also be able to be toned down as residents prepare for their bedtime routines. Both portable and installed lighting can be used in bedrooms to serve these various functions. Recessed fixtures that dim can ensure there’s ample light to get dressed in the morning, but they also can be dimmed at night as residents try to get ready to sleep.

Portable nightstand lights can make it easier for couples sharing a bedroom, allowing one person to stay up and read while the other goes to sleep.

Homeowners have many options and many needs when choosing lighting for their homes. A professional consultation with a lighting expert or interior decorator can help homeowners find lights that provide both practical and aesthetic appeal.

Inter Valley Health Plan offers free virtual vitality classes tailored to ages 55 and over POMONA – Inter Valley Health Plan’s Vitality program offers virtual health and wellness classes designed to help keep older adults active and engaged. The classes are offered at no cost to the community.

Attend the Happiness Pro ect Saturday, Jan. 5, at 10 a.m.

Join Book Club Meet and Greet Sunday, Jan. , at 10 a.m. and p.m.

The Master Gardener: Poisonous Plants to Pets and Humans!” class meets Monday, Jan. 7, at 10 a.m.

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Travel to Graceland” meets Tuesday, Jan. 8, at 10 a.m.

Attend Tuesday Trivia: All About Elvis” Tuesday, Jan. 12, at 1 p.m.

Lunchtime Learning: E Weight Loss Tips and Tricks ” meets Wednesday, Jan. 13, at noon.

Happiness Pro ect – Friday Fitness Class” meets Friday, Jan. 15, at 10 a.m. and Friday, Jan. 2 , at 10 a.m.

Attend “Wills and Trusts with Jason Gaudy, Esq.” Wednesday, Jan. 20, at 11 a.m.

Join Painting with Yesenia ” Thursday, Jan. 21, at 1 p.m.

Attend Weight Loss Tips and Tricks” Saturday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m.

Lunchtime Learning: High Blood Pressure” meets Tuesday, Jan. 2 , at noon.

Registration is re uired to receive log in information. New classes are frequently added; for a more complete listing of classes, visit their website. To register, visit http: www.ivhp.com vitality or call 800-88 -4471, or for hearing impaired use TTY 711, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Southwest Riverside County hospitals administer first rounds of COVID-19 vaccine to health care workers

A nurse at Inland Valley Medical Center receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine Monday, Dec. 1.

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A certified nursing assistant at Temecula Valley Hospital receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

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A Rancho Springs Emergency Room front-line worker receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

Inland Valley Medical Center, Rancho Springs Medical Center and Temecula Valley Hospital began administering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to front-line workers at those locations Monday, Dec. 21.

“As directed by the CDC and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, we have begun administering the vaccine only to our front-line health care workers at this time,” according to a news release issued by the two health

care organizations.

Front-line health care workers will continue to receive the vaccine throughout the weeks on a staggered schedule after they have signed up for the immunizations.

“While the initial supply of the new vaccines will be limited, it is undeniably encouraging news that these new vaccines will help in society’s fight against the pandemic,” according to the news release.

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Pechanga donates $550K for pediatric clinic in Murrieta City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A planned pediatric clinic in Murrieta focused on diagnosing and treating developmental health disorders received a ma or financial boost from the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians, which donated 550,000.

Rady Children’s Hospital received the endowment for the construction of space within the Murrieta Medical Plaza that will be reserved for pediatric treatment.

“One of Rady Children’s driv-

ing goals is to ensure that every child facing a mental or behavioral health challenge can live to his or her fullest potential, supported by an experienced team of clinical experts and powered by Rady Children’s system of whole child care,” Dr. Gail Knight, Rady’s senior vice president and chief medical officer, said.

With Riverside County being our newest area with a physical health service location, the Pechanga Tribe’s incredible vision and generosity will allow us to provide comprehensive and

coordinated mental health services and to help more children in their own neighborhood.”

The medical plaza has had a Developmental Services unit since 2018, providing opportunities for the diagnosis and treatment of children with autism, attention deficit disorder and other maladies.

However, the unit’s capacity is currently constrained, and with the addition of new clinical space, services can be expanded, permitting patient families and case managers to create a tailored continuum of care within Rady Children’s,”

officials said.

“Developmental and mental health disorders in children and teens are incredibly common, and many developmental concerns can evolve into mental health problems such as anxiety and depression,” Kristin Gist, senior director of Rady Children’s Developmental Services, said.

In addressing these conditions at an early age and uncture, and by creating a partnership between our care providers, our patients and our patient families, we aim to empower children to reach their

full developmental and socialemotional potential in a way that works ust for them,” she said.

The expanded clinical space is slated to be established next year.

As the inland region grows, so does the need for comprehensive care for every child,” Mark Macarro, Pechanga Tribal chairman, said. “This contribution helps families and children receive the best possible outcome when working through an autism or mental health diagnosis.”

Fresh herbs can reduce your reliance on sodium

If it’s flavor cooks are aiming for, it’s possible to reduce reliance on sodium and increase the use of fresh herbs without sacrificing flavor.

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TEMECULA – Salt has long been used to add flavor to people’s favorite foods. In fact, the use of salt as a means to preserving foods and adding flavor to recipes dates back to ancient times and has led to countless conflicts ever since.

According to History.com, wars over access to salt reserves in China are believed to have been fought as early as ,000 B.C. Though that shows ust how valuable salt has been throughout much of human history, it doesn’t indicate the negative effects that can result from diets that feature excessive

amounts of sodium.

The American Heart Association said that sodium plays an essential role in the human body by regulating the kidneys and helping to control the body’s fluid balance.

Sodium also helps send nerve impulses and affects muscle function; however, excessive amounts of sodium can compromise heart health. The AHA said that excessive amounts of sodium in the bloodstream pulls water into the blood vessels, increasing the total volume of blood within them. As more blood flows through blood

vessels, blood pressure increases.

Over time, that change can adversely affect blood vessels and speed up the buildup of plaque that can block blood flow. Higher blood pressure forces the heart to work harder and increases a person’s risk for heart disease.

So what about sodium, a mineral so valued, and indeed vital to human existence, that it’s led to wars and created countless devotees in kitchens over the centuries? If it’s flavor cooks are aiming for, it’s possible to reduce reliance on sodium and increase the use of fresh herbs without sacrificing flavor.

Such a transition can improve heart health and introduce a host of new flavors at meal time.

Basil The AHA said that basil has a sweet and fresh flavor profile and is best added to a dish right before serving. Freshly cut basil leaves can be added to any number of dishes, including tomato sauces, pastas, salads, pizzas and eggs.

Cilantro Cilantro are the delicate leaves and stems of the coriander plant.

Like basil, cilantro should be added to a dish right before serving and should not be cooked.

Cilantro can be paired with beans, tomatoes, corn and avocados among other foods, and is widely used when preparing Mexican

foods at home.

Oregano The AHA notes that Greek dishes often combine oregano, mint and lemon to create a memorable, delicious flavor profile. If chopping fresh oregano, strip the leaves from the stem and discard the stem.

Parsley Parsley isn’t ust a garnish used to add aesthetic appeal to plates.

Flat-leaf parsley provides a light

and fresh flavor, while the AHA said that curly parsley offers a slightly peppery profile. Parsley is typically added to a dish during the final minutes of cooking or right before serving and can be paired with chicken, fish, potatoes and pasta among countless other foods.

These are ust a handful of herbs that can give meals a flavorful punch and help chefs avoid an overreliance sodium in their recipes.

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ONGOING – If you know a homebound older adult, resources in Menifee are available, including grab and go, cooked and frozen food for pickup, Courtesy Pantry items and meals delivered with no contact. Three days of emergency food can be delivered immediately or restaurant meal delivery for those who don’t qualify for food assistance programs. Call 800510-2020 for help.

ONGOING – The Riverside County COVID-1 Business Assistance Grant Program is accepting online applications for business grants up to $10,000 at http://www.rivercobizhelp.org that can be used for employee retention, working capital, protective equipment purchases, rent of mortgage payments and paying vendor notices. Eligible businesses, including nonprofits, must be in Riverside County, with less than 50 employees and a minimum of 1 and operating for at least one-year since March 1. For more information, call Riverside County Business and Community Services at 51- 55-04 3.

ONGOING – 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Temecula Winchester Swap Meet continues at 33280 Newport Road in Winchester Saturdays and Sundays only. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under age 10 is free admission. No dogs allowed.

ONGOING – a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

ONGOING – Temecula’s Farmers Markets are offered in Old Town Temecula Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 4100 Main St. in Temecula; at Promenade Temecula, 40 40 Winchester Road, outside JCPennys every Wednesday from a.m. to 1 p.m. and at Vail Head uarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, every Tuesday from a.m. to 1 p.m. In compliance with the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention and Riverside County Public Health orders, the farmers markets will be restricted agriculture products only. Follow the Old Town Temecula Farmers Market on Facebook to stay updated. No pets are allowed.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Jan. 2 – 11 a.m. Small Business

Development Center California announced that $500 million in Small Business COVID-1 Relief Grant program for eligible small-business owners and nonprofits who have been impacted

by COVID-1 and the health and safety restrictions. Grants up to $25,000 will be given to eligible small businesses and nonprofits to help cover expenses during the pandemic. For information, view http://www.CAReliefGrant.com.

Visit to review eligibility, prepare your business documents and get ready to apply. Applications for Round 1 opened Wednesday, Dec. 30, and close end of day Friday, Jan. 8.

Jan. 6 thru 27 – Various times Small Business Webinars scheduled by SBDC Inland Empire Small Business were announced for January beginning Jan. 6 with How to Start a Small Business” followed by 11 others through Jan. 27. Registration is required at http: InlandempireSBDC.org or call 51- 0 -5005.

Jan. 7 – 2 p.m. Hemet-San Jacinto Genealogical Society will meet pending Hemet Library opening in the upstairs conference room at 300 E. Latham St., in Hemet. Call 51-7 5-2372 or email communications@hsjgs.org.

Jan. 12 – 3-4:30 p.m. Attend the Inland Health Professions Coalition Nexus meeting via Zoom.

The IHPC is a department within and facilitated by Reach Out focused on building a highly skilled and culturally competent health workforce in the Inland Empire.

For information and registration, call 0 - 82-8 41.

Jan. 14 – 7:30- a.m. Murrieta Wildomar Chamber of Commerce Networking monthly breakfast will be held via Zoom. The cost is 10 members, 20 non-members and 25 soap box minute to promote business. To register, visit https: murrietachamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/ register/17632.

Jan. 17-24 – Murrieta Wildomar Restaurant Week 2021 starts a campaign supporting Murrieta and Wildomar restaurants in partnership with the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce and Murrieta Southern California.

Jan. 19 – 3-3:30 p.m. Hemet San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce hosts social media sessions for questions and answers on oom. Register in advance by calling 51- 58-3211 for details. New members are welcome.

Jan. 19 – 8:30- :30 a.m. Hemet San Jacinto Chamber Women in Business Network will meet via Zoom. The women’s networking

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ONGOING – Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, a free 12step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia, has meetings throughout the U.S. and the world. Contact 78132- 300, or for local meetings, call 25-321-0170 or visit http:// www.foodaddicts.org.

ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St., in Murrieta.

Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in plants is welcome.

Memberships are $10 per year.

Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month.

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

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

For new dates, call 7 0-807-1323 or visit http: www.MenifeeToastmasters.org for more information.

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/Scandinavia meet the first Saturday of every month from September to June. The virtual meetings are held on Zoom, at 11 a.m. Join Zoom meeting at https:// us02web.zoom.us 4232348177 pwd eDd1SDlDdW5sdVowWUp 1N3pBYmpG z0 with the Meeting ID: 423 234 817 and passcode: yCp0js. Everyone is welcome to enjoy some virtual company with fellow Scandinavians. For more information, call 51-84 -1 0.

ONGOING – Parent Support Group is available for parents whose children of any age struggle with addiction. Education, skills and support are available in Temecula. For more information, call 51-775-4000 or email info@ thecenter4l ifechange.com.

ONGOING –The city of Menifee offers a fitness class on Zoom Mondays through Fridays at 7 a.m., at a.m. and at 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact 51-723-3880 or visit http://www. cityofmenifee.us/register.

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Attend Murrieta Wildomar Chamber of Commerce’s weekly business briefing via oom or watch live on Facebook every Wednesday. Register required at https://bit. ly MWCBizBriefing. The chamber business briefing is an opportunity to hear from city, county and business leaders about current and relevant business information.

ONGOING – Everything KETO classes. These interactive step-by-step workshop and classes on Zoom will guide students to begin this new way of eating and learn how to easily steer their decision-making for effective results. For more information and to register, visit http://www. cityofmenifee.us/register or call 51-723-3880.

ONGOING – Menifee Community Services offers online driver’s education courses with a 21. 5 fee. The course includes animated driving scenarios, instructional videos, sample test, licensed instructor available to answer uestions, DMV approved certificate of completion with all lectures and exams completed from home.

Designed for students and does not include behind-the-wheel instruction or a California driver’s permit.

Contact 51-723-3880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at http:// www.cityofmenifee.us.

ONGOING – 10-11:30 a.m.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833-34 -2054.

ONGOING – Local National Association of Female Entrepreneurs group helps women grow both personally and professionally and meets monthly. Contact Robbie Motter, the NAFE global coordinator, at 51-255- 200 or rmotter@aol.com for information about future meetings after the coronavirus restrictions are lifted.

ONGOING – Hemet Winchester National Association of Female Entrepreneurs meets monthly. For new meeting dates and destinations, contact director Joan Wakeland at 0 -721-7 48

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Nearing the final week for Peltzer Ice Rink and more Jan. 1-7 Lexington Howe STAFF WRITER

Editor’s Note: Due to California’s Regional Stay At Order announcement, Dec. 3, residents should call ahead and see if an event is still available before registering or attending. Please comply with county and state health orders, including washing your hands, wearing a face mask and staying 6-feet away from other pe opl e while social distancing.

An Artful New Year The Fallbrook Art Center is offering uni ue and affordable works in a wide variety of media: woodworking, glass, fabric arts, ewelry, greeting cards and more starting Jan. 2, at 10 a.m. until Jan. 15, at 4 p.m.

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Feel Workshop at Sage Sanctuary Sage Sanctuary in Wildomar is hosting an event called Feel’ – a workshop that provides breathwork, yoga movement, meditation and more Saturday, Jan. 2, at 11 a.m.

For more information, visit https: www.facebook.com events 288077 77882023 .

MFC Beginners Only Motocross Camp Moto Fit Club is hosting a MFC Beginners Only Motocross Camp at Lake Elsinore Motocross Park Sunday, Jan. 3, from noon to 4 p.m.

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ecula is hosting their third annual Peltzer Ice Rink until Jan. 10. The rink will be open daily Monday through Friday from 3- p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1:30p.m. Session times are 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m., p.m., 7:30 p.m., plus 1:30 p.m. on weekends. Their ice rink bar will be open for drinks Wednesdays and Fridays from 3-8:30 p.m., plus Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30-8:30 p.m. Hot chocolate and treats will be available for purchase at the snack bar.

To limit lines and maintain social distancing, Peltzer Family Cellars asked that guests reserve their session online in advance.

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allbrook Art Center is hosting An Artful New ear Jan. -1 , with Valley News/Courtesy photo free admission.

The Grinch is popping up around Murrieta Lexington Howe STAFF WRITER

You may have seen a Grinch or two around Murrieta this holiday season.

Karmes Neazer, who lives in Murrieta with his family, started doing chalk art for families around the area.

“I’ve always drawn my whole life. I’m a very artistic person,” Neazer said.

What really got him into art was photography, he said.

My mom bought me a camera when I was little, and I started taking pictures,” Neazer said.

I started having fun with pictures and I started learning about cameras, so as a kid growing up photography was my goal, but at that time it wasn’t paying.”

Neazer became a chef.

“I’ve been a chef for the past 2 years. I do a lot of sushi and other works of food so a lot of my artistic skills went into that,” he said. Playing with foods, elements, colors, solids, liquids, all the good things that make a plate really good and fun.”

He decided to close that chapter of his life to be a stay-at-home father.

With me becoming a stay-athome dad, I reached back into my camera area, back into my drawings, I started resurfacing with my art,” Neazer said. I started going back to where I left it off at because I became a chef, so that allowed me to fall back on a skill that I didn’t think I would be falling back onto.”

Chalk art has always been something Neazer has en oyed doing, he said.

“Every time I see kids out there with chalk, I want to go out there and draw chalk and show them something, to kind of encourage them to get that creativity in that area,” he said. You get a lot of

No two Grinches are drawn the same, according to chalk artist Karmes Neazer.

kids that do chalk and they don’t like it. I felt like if you can give an image to them, it would encourage them to do more.”

He en oys sitting in the backyard with his 2-year-old and making chalk art, he said.

“It was my own little area of comfort. It’s like a get away from the world because I am a chef so I’m always around people,” he said.

Neazer draws his figures freehand.

“I freehand all of it and a lot of the customers that do see me do the work, and they’re amazed that

I freehand a lot of it,” he said. “I know there are other chalk artists out there; there is a proper and formal way of drawing with chalk, and that’s like making your grid boxes so that way you know that every angle or every loop or every turn on the stroke of the chalk is accurate to the picture you want. But I’ve been drawing and doodling for so long to where I have so many different faces and images of The Grinch to where the body is natural, the body I can change every single time.

“It’s the faces you have to maintain: the eyes, the nose, the lips,

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and that’s where a lot of folks with drawing lose focus on,” he said.

His pieces can take anywhere from four to five hours to complete, with an upward of eight hours for more detailed designs.

It is like painting, so if you’re familiar with painting your layers, your base colors come first,” Neazer said. Once you get your layers out, your last layer would be your outlining of your gray chalk.”

The last four families for whom he drew The Grinch, it was the first time their children had ever seen the movie. Every drawing of

The Grinch character Neazer does is different, he said.

“I felt really honored to be a part of that situation, and why I like chalk work so much is because it’s one of the situations where you can’t keep it,” Neazer said. “Once you’ve seen it, it’s embedded in your memory and that’s the best thing that you can do with chalk.”

To contact Neazer, visit http: www.zomphotography.com.

Lexington Howe can be reached by email at lhowe@reedermedia. com.

that it’s better than both “Deep Impact” and Armageddon,” the dueling comet movies from 1 8.

The large-scale destruction scenes aren’t exactly convincing enough to be heartbreaking, but you’ll get the point. The emphasis is more on human drama anyway.

This movie should have been released in theaters. The only halfway decent reason I can see for deciding otherwise is that maybe the studio thought it would be too depressing. With daily victims of COVID-1 numbering in the thousands, maybe they decided it was a bad idea to release a movie where the deaths number in the millions. I

would have recommended another pushback of its theatrical release instead of an on demand blowoff, and it saddens me that the studio has botched its handling of a potential blockbuster.

Grade: B“Greenland” is available on demand through online streaming services and likely through the local cable provider. The film is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of disaster action, some violence, bloody images and brief strong language. Its running time is 11 minutes.

Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@ nyu.edu.

Movie Review: ‘Greenland’

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Bob Garver SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

“Greenland” was supposed to get a big theatrical release as recently as August. I remember seeing trailers for the film before Unhinged,” the first movie I’d seen in theaters since March.

Come to think of it, it may have been the first theatrical trailer I’d seen in months. I remember robotically thinking, I’ll see that. I’ll see anything in a theater.”

But since it is 2020, the film was pushed back and pushed back until finally it was released on demand.

Several movies this year have been denied theatrical releases and

dumped to on demand, and most of them turned out to be undeserving of theatrical releases in the first place – looking at you, Antebellum” – but I think the studio got it wrong with this one. This movie’s high stakes and visual spectacle make it appropriate for the big screen, and it could have held its own at the box office on a weekend without strong competition, maybe even with strong competition.

Gerard Butler stars as John Garrity, a structural engineer from Atlanta. He, his wife Allison, played by Morena Baccarin, and his son Nathan, played by Roger Dale Floyd, are selected to fly to Greenland to live in an elaborate survival bunker in the highly likely event that an incoming comet proves apocalyptic. Pieces of the comet are already leaving devastation in their wake, from fiery skies to mileslong shockwaves to craters where people used to be.

And that’s not counting the danger from other humans. Stores are being looted, friends and neighbors are turning on each other, and everybody wants to be on the very few planes that can get to the bunker. The family has less than 48 hours to make it to Greenland, and they’re going to need every second of it.

Tropes of the disaster movie formula are instantly recognizable. The parents are estranged,

but will reconnect through this shared peril. Nathan has diabetes, so a race for insulin will require detours at inconvenient times.

Military personnel will be wellmeaning, but unwilling to deviate from orders for the benefit of our heroes. And there will be traffic ams that force our heroes to abandon their vehicles and pursue safety on foot. Seriously, there are a lot of traffic ams. The middle of the movie could be described as the characters going from one traffic am to another.

But the movie is fine with understandable obstacles. The actors, especially Baccarin, are good at selling tension and desperation during scenes where they have to deal with separation and danger and a general lack of sympathy toward their urgency. It’s when the movie creates unusual obstacles that it gets a little goofy. Somebody really wanted a far-fetched Gerard Butler hammerfight as an action beat, and a kidnapping subplot uproots the groundedness of the movie until that point, although Nathan managed to elicit a big cheer out of me at a key moment.

Even with the occasional misstep, “Greenland” features relatable characters reacting intensely, yet understandably, to an extraordinary situation. It is a worthy entry into the pantheon of disaster movies, and I’ll go so far as to say

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Volume 21, Issue 1

A Year in Review: some of the top local sports moments from 2020 JP Raineri SPORTS EDITOR

Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, seen here in one of his last games in 2016, spent 20 years in the organization and was a huge advocate for youth sports before his death Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020.

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Murrieta’s Rickie owler finishes the American Express Tournament at -18 total to record his second top 1 finish of and nd of his career.

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infield secures their first ever CI -SS Division girls’ soccer championship Saturday, Feb. 29, with 3-2 victory over visiting Santa Clara.

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School districts begin canceling and postponing all athletic events until further notice in March 2020 with the concern of the health and safety of the players, fans, staff and coaches due to COVID-19.

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Heritage High School alumni Aleva Hifo, who went to Brigham oung University after graduating in 2016, signs an NFL undrafted free agent contract with the ansas City Chiefs this past year.

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No. 1 – The passing of a legend, Kobe Bryant Though it wasn’t a local story, one of the most unforgettable moments of the sports year came a few months before the coronavirus pandemic stopped all sports dead in their tracks when the league, the sport, players and fans had been forced to pause by the untimely death of Kobe Bryant in a helicopter crash. Bryant had been flying with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna in a helicopter when it crashed in the hills of Calabasas, killing them and seven others.

No. 2 – Murrieta’s Rickie Fowler returns to La Quinta for “The American Express” The PGA Tour’s stop in the Coachella Valley in 2020 hit three courses in La uinta with its fifth name since 2011. The tournament known last year as the Desert Classic – and before that as the CareerBuilder Challenge, Humana Challenge and Bob Hope – is now The American Express. Rickie Fowler, who was born and raised in Murrieta played in the tournament for the third time. He missed the cut in 2010 and tied for 33rd in 2014. This year he landed at -18 (270 total) to record his second top 10 finish of 2020 and 72nd of his career. o. infield irls top anta Clara in CIF outhern ection soccer finals For the first time in school history, the Lady Lions from Linfield Christian High School secured a CIF Southern Section title Saturday, Feb. 2 , on their home field.

In a game that was knotted at two goals apiece, sophomore Dani Williams buried a free kick nine minutes into overtime to complete a come-from-behind 3-2 victory over visiting Santa Clara and claim the programs first ever CIF-SS Division 7 championship.

No. 4 – Wildcats win second straight I.E. Classic baseball title, beat Murrieta Mesa 5-1 The final game of the 2020 Inland Empire Classic baseball tournament took place Friday, Feb. 28, under the lights at Elsinore High School. For the second straight year it was the Paloma Valley Wildcats and the Murrieta Mesa Rams that went the distance to get to the final game of the tournament, and for the second straight year, it was a well fought game that went the way of the Wildcats. o. an Jacinto Valley Academy falls to Artesia in CIFirls basketball finals They are the new kids on the block, but No. 1 seed San Jacinto Valley Academy proved their worth as they scratched and clawed their way to the CIF-SS Division 5AA girls basketball championship game Saturday, Feb. 29, at Godinez High School. Their opponent, No. 3 seed Artesia, piled it on though, behind a crafty freshman in Samerika Young, who boosted the Pioneers to a 4 -3 victory. Despite the loss, San Jacinto Valley moved on to the CIF State Regional Division V playoffs. o. aloma Valley irls win first e er basketball title, defeat Ontario Christian 64-47 The Paloma Valley Lady Wildcats won the school’s third CIF Southern Section title...a title that encompasses girls’ soccer and girls wrestling. This is the third CIF-SS title since opening in 1 5. The top-seeded Lady Wildcats took

on the second-seeded Ontario Christian Knights Saturday, Feb. 29, at Colony High School, and with a 4-47 win, claimed the CIF-Southern Section Division 4AA girls’ basketball championship game. o. emecula Valley wins third strai ht outhwestern League girls’ soccer title Winning a league championship is a feat that every high school sports team sets out to do at the start of the season. It is one thing to say it, but it is another thing to put all the hard work together and do it. Winning back-to-back league titles, well that says something about your program, the commitment from the players, coaches, families and the pure dedication to the task at hand. The three-peat dynasty…well that is something that only a handful of coaches can say they have ever done with their program, and Jennifer Guinn, head girls’ soccer coach at Temecula Valley High School, is one of those few. Led by 4-year senior captain Emma Thrapp and Sophomore Kate Jacobsen, Guinn and her Lady Golden Bears showed relentless focus on one goal this season and that was to in fact, be three-peat champions in 2020.

No. 8 – Great Oak baseball wins irate Classic with - ictory o er Mission Hills Just one day after fending off a Golden Bear attack in their Southwestern League opener, winning by one run, Great Oak High School did it again. A walk-off home run propelled the Wolfpack to a decisive, dramatic 8-7 victory over Mission Hills in the championship game of the Pirate Classic Saturday, March 7. A big day at the plate for Andruw Householder made a huge difference in the tale of the tape. Trailing 7- in the bottom of the seventh inning, Householder hit an inside the park homerun on a 2-2 count, scoring two runs. The junior slugger went 4-for-5 at the plate with a single in the first, a double in the second, another single in the third, and wrapped up his day at the plate with his big hit in the seventh.

No. 9 – Murrieta Mesa softball one of the top teams in oCal s est In itational Many of the area’s top softball teams participated in the SoCal’s Best Invitational at the Big League Dreams complex in Chino Hills this past March. The tournament is used as a warmup for teams looking to get some work in before league starts. Three teams from the Inland area finished the round-robin showcase with perfect records, and one of those teams was Murrieta Mesa. The two other teams were Norco and Yucaipa. Murrieta Mesa knocked off Mater Dei, Diamond Bar, El Modena, Ayala, and Huntington Beach to improve to 7-0.

Junior Lacie Ham went 4-0 for the Lady Rams with a 1.04 ERA and 42 strikeouts in the circle. Sophomore third baseman Jaelyn Eaves went for 14 with nine RBIs, while senior shortstop Presleigh Pilon went 7 for 17. Junior second baseman Bella Flexen scored nine times.

No. 10 – Track star Michael orman i es back, donates shoes to local youth track athletes Murrieta native and local track and field icon, Michael Norman, not only donated his time to speak to local youth athletes from his old club in 2020, the Temecula Valley Time Machine, but also donated brand-new Nike shoes to them as well. Norman holds the world best time in the indoor 400 meters 44.52 seconds and in 201 became the world unior champion in both the 200 meters and 4 100-meter relay. He first gained international attention as a high school senior after he defeated reigning USA champion Justin Gatlin in a semifinal heat of the 200 meters at the 201 Olympic Trials. The Temecula Valley Time Machine is a nonprofit USATF/ AAU Youth Track & Field/Cross Country Club. Members consist of athletes ages 7 to 14 from the southwest Riverside County. o. 11 aloma Valley wins CIF oCal Di ision III Re ional

girls’ basketball final before sports postponement The Paloma Valley High School Lady Wildcats were on a roll in 2020, embarking on the CIF State basketball championships, which were scheduled to be played at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, but the State games were canceled due to concerns about the coronavirus.

Ron Nocetti, executive director of CIF, made the announcement after a conference call Thursday, March 12, was held with participating teams from all over the state. In their final game, Paloma Valley had to battle to the end, which was expected. They hit six free throws down the stretch to seal a 0-48 win over Peninsula. The win was their 1 th straight, which improved their record 34-3 this season, the best in the school’s history. The Lady Wildcats would have taken on Albany St. Mary’s for the state title in Sacramento, had things panned out. o. 12 Hi h school sports canceled due to COVID-19 concerns It was only a matter of time before the high school level of athletics would follow suit after the professional sports leagues were quick to act when it came to shutting down their seasons or postponing them until further notice. Wednesday, March 11, was a dark day for the NBA and the NHL when they canceled the remainder of their season, and by the next day, things got darker for collegiate and many other professional sports as one-by-one the notice of sporting events nationwide were put on hold, some indefinitely for the 2020 season. Local school districts started announcing as of Thursday, March 13, that they have postponed or canceled high school athletic events because of concerns regarding the coronavirus pandemic.

No. 13 – Rancho Christian’s E an Mobley named Gatorade California Boys Basketball ‘Player of the Year’ and Wooten high school basketball ‘Player of the Year’ In its 35th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company announced Evan Mobley of Rancho Christian School as its 201 -20 Gatorade California Boys Basketball Player of the Year. The 7-foot, 205-pound senior center led the Eagles to a 22-8 record and the Open Division playoffs this past season.

The state’s returning Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year, Mobley averaged 20.5 points, 12.2 rebounds, 5.2 blocks and 4. assists per game. Just one week after being named California’s Gatorade Player of the Year for the second straight season, Mobley won the Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award. The Wootten Award is named after Coach Morgan Wootten, the only coach enshrined into the Hall of Fame that exclusively coached at the high school level.

The award is given to the MVP of the McDonald’s All-American game every year. Of course, the game was postponed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the event still decided to hand out the award. o. 1 E brin s back li e sports, in the form of H-O-R- -E shooting challenge At a time when sports are needed most, amid a crisis surrounding COVID-1 , ESPN answered the call. The network teamed up with the NBA, WNBA and some notable alumni in a televised competitive game of HORSE. ESPN televised the quarterfinal round the NBA H-O-R-S-E tournament, which is a single-elimination shooting competition that began Sunday, April 12. The contest included NBA stars Chris Paul of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young and Zach LaVine of the Chicago Bulls. WNBA stars will also participate, including Hall of Famer Tamika Catchings, along with NBA alumni Chauncey Billups 2004 NBA Finals MVP and 2008 NBA Finals MVP Paul Pierce. see SPORTS, page C-2

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SPORTS SPORTS from page C-1 No. 15 – Former local standouts sign with teams after 2020 NFL Draft concludes The 2020 NFL Draft, which started Thursday, April 23, and ended Saturday, April 25, proved that even though everyone is at home in 2020, they could still score record ratings. This year no area football players were taken in the draft, but three former local high school standouts signed as undrafted rookie free agents.

Heritage High School alumni Aleva Hifo of Brigham Young University signed a free agent contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, Vista Murrieta High School graduate Javelin Guidry of University of Utah signed with the New York Jets, and Kyle Williams, who also went to Vista Murrieta before playing at Arizona State University, signed with the Tennessee Titans. o. 1 Great Oak s Dou oles named to op 1 coaches list by MaxPreps One hundred of the top high school coaches in the country were identified in 2020 by MaxPreps.

Men and women who have won multiple state and national championships, set records, and worked to perfect their craft over decades.

One coach was named from the Temecula Valley, Great Oak High School’s Doug Soles, head track and field and cross-country coach for the Wolfpack. Soles has led his programs to numerous titles and was already named the girls’ cross-country coach of the decade

by MaxPreps. As it stands, here is a running count of what the Great Oak programs have accomplished under Soles: League Titles – 34; CIF SS Titles – 20; CIF State Titles – 14; Winter Indoor Track Titles – 12; N N National Titles – 1.

No. 17 – Murrieta Mesa’s Pilon selected as All-American by Premier Girls Fastpitch Association Heading into this year’s high school softball season, Murrieta Mesa’s Presleigh Pilon was arguably one of the top-rated players in the 2020 class. Having already committed to Louisiana State University during her high school career, she has all the accomplishments of an All-American, which is why Premier Girls Fastpitch named her one. Pilon joined 20 other Division 1 softball standouts on the West team when they took the field at Deanna Manning Stadium in Irvine Saturday, Aug. 1.

No. 18 – Great Oak’s Cole awires- a er awarded 2 2 CIF cholar-Athlete of the ear scholarship The 2020 CIF Scholar-Athletes of the Year were announced recently, and Great Oak High School senior Cole Sawires-Yager was awarded a 1,000 scholarship as a representative of the Southern Section. Sawires-Yager was a dominant fixture in both the cross-country

and track and field programs over the last four years at Great Oak and took his talent to the University of California Berkley in the fall.

No. 19 – Local players selected in first MLB online Amateur layer Draft The first ever virtual MLB draft went off without a hitch, though it was much shorter than usual.

Normally, the event is a 40-round marathon, but this year it was a fiveround sprint due to the 2020 COVID-1 pandemic. This year the draft got underway Wednesday, June 10, and wrapped up the following day.

When the draft was completed, it doesn’t mean teams are done acquiring talent either. This year, due to the shortened structure, all 30 teams could sign an unlimited number of high school and college players that went undrafted for a maximum of $20,000 each. Temescal Canyon’s DJ McCarty was one of those players and agreed to terms with the Texas Rangers. o. 2 he Diamond in ake Elsinore named allpark Di est s est in Hi h-A Even without players on the field, the Diamond, home of the Lake Elsinore Storm, High-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, has a new title: 2020 Ballpark Digest’s Best of Ballparks High-A champion.

The annual award, now in its sixth year, is the first time awarded to the California League stadium. The Lake Elsinore Storm is a Class A California League affiliate of the San Diego Padres since 2001, notable alumni to wear the Storm uniform since then include Jake Peavy and Cory Kluber, the 2014 American League Cy Young Award winner. o. 21 CIF- o ces reenlight high school sports, push seasons to later in the year After months of speculation and uncertainty about the 2020-2021 high school sports season, the CIF State and Southern Section announced recently how it will adjust the sports calendar to deal with the COVID-1 pandemic. The CIF State office, which governs high school athletics in California, passed down the decision Monday, July 20, and as most anticipated, the announcement was made that high school sports are being canceled until late December or early January. The statement said there will be a fall season and a spring season. The most shocking news announced was that because the new schedule does not coincide with the traditional season of club sports for soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball and others, CIF will not be making athletes choose between their high school and club teams. Instead in an unprecedented move, athletes will be able to compete simultaneously with club teams during the high school season of their sport.

No. 22 – Former Bronco Kyle Williams awarded postgraduate scholarship from Pac-12 to study

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medicine Arizona State Football player Kyle Williams, who was also a standout at Vista Murrieta High School, was among 24 student-athletes awarded a Pac-12 Postgraduate Scholarship for the 201 -2020 academic year. The scholarships, worth $9,000 each, are awarded to up to two student-athletes from each Pac-12 school annually based on their commitment to education, campus and community involvement and demonstrated leadership.

Williams excelled at wide receiver catching a pass in 41 consecutive games which is tied for the thirdlongest streak in Arizona State University history. His 1 1 career catches put him in seventh place on the university’s career receptions list. Majoring in biomedical engineering, Williams was also named the recipient of the Kajikawa Award which goes annually to the top student on the football team and he was also honored at the 3 th annual Scholar Athlete Awards Banquet hosted by the Valley of the Sun Chapter of the National Football Foundation. As a member of the 2020 senior class, Williams was named a 2020 NFF Chapter Scholar-Athlete for his excellence in academics. o. 2 Murrieta s Heo wins Toyota Tour Cup at Arrowood In September, with temperatures in the mid-80s and a steady breeze off the ocean, the two-day SCPGA Junior Tour’s Toyota Tour Cup, made for a pleasant golfing experience in 2020 for many of the local junior golfers participating in the event. Murrieta Mesa’s Angela Heo played the final round posting a bogey-free to claim her second career TTC title and first of the 2020 season. The following weekend out in the desert at Indian Wells Golf Resort where the Toyota Tour Cup continued it was Katelyn Parr of Temecula as the only local playing. She finished tied for 23rd.

For the boys, it was Ryan Abuan of Temecula who took second place and Declan Lane, also of Temecula, who came in 30th place. o. 2 emecula s Gi ona app makes it to final round of 2 2 Ms. Health and Fitness competition In what started out as only a whim to apply, Temecula resident Givona Sandiford Sapp, Ph.D., made her way to the final round of the 2020 national online Ms. Health and Fitness competition.

Sapp not only took first place in the group round, but also advanced in first place through her uarter-final group and made her way to the top of the semifinals with her vote counts. Sapp, a 3 -year-old new mother, speech pathologist and certified barre instructor, is also an app developer that has been featured in Black Women Talk Tech. Her apps help minimally verbal children with autism. The rounds were voted on by the public, who submitted votes online.

No. 25 – Murrieta Mesa’s Mia Golo ich wins at Canyon ake City Golf Tournament The sixth annual City of Canyon Lake Golf Championship Tournament took place Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Canyon Lake Golf & Country Club. The two-day event open to the public and Canyon Lake residents, included golf, cart fees, prize money and a tournament lunch Saturday, Oct. 3. Local Murrieta Mesa High School girls’ golfer, Mia Golovich, class of 2022, won her division of the Canyon Lake City Golf Tournament over the weekend, which was a stroke play event. Golovich also ended up tied for first place in the Jack Kramer Memorial Tournament at Los Serranos on the SCPGA Junior Tour two. o. 2 akers run past Heat for 17th NBA championship The ultimate anguish. The ultimate joy. This season, for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, had it all. And it ended in the only fashion that they deemed would be acceptable, with them back atop the basketball world. For the first time since Kobe Bryant’s fifth and final title a decade ago, the Lakers are NBA champions. James had 28 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Lakers beat the Miami Heat 10 - 3 to win the 2020 NBA Finals in six games. Anthony Davis had 1 points and 15 rebounds for the Lakers, who dealt with the enormous anguish that followed the death of the iconic Bryant in January and all the challenges that came with leaving home for three months to play at Walt Disney World in a bubble designed to keep inhabitants safe from the coronavirus. James won his fourth title, doing it with a third different franchise, and against the Heat franchise that showed him to

Mt. San Jacinto College is opting out of the upcoming 1 Spring I athletics season due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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become a champion. o. 2 Fittin finale: Dod ers win title, urner tests positi e for COVID-19 No large dogpile, no Champagne and a mask on nearly every face – the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their first World Series title since 1 88, Tuesday, Oct. 27, in a manner no one could have imagined before the coronavirus pandemic. They started the party without Justin Turner, too, after their red-headed star received word of a positive COVID-1 test in the middle of their clinching victory. Turner was removed from Los Angeles’ 3-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game after registering Ma or League Baseball’s first positive test in 5 days. Los Angeles had come up short in the World Series twice in the previous three years. The 2020 MLB season did not start until late July and was abbreviated for the shortest regular season since 1878.

The expanded postseason, with 1 teams making it instead of 10, ended when Urías got the last two outs on called third strikes, with catcher Austin Barnes stuffing the last pitch in his back pocket. The Rays had 1 Ks and the Dodgers 11, the most combined strikeouts in a nine-inning World Series game.

No. 28 – Champion American endurance cyclist breaks multiple world records Jen Orr, a 43-year-old physical therapist from Murrieta who loves to compete in the endurance cycling circuit attempted to break the World Ultra Cycling Association 24-hour solo Female World Record of 43 . 5 miles and fell short with 410.88 miles completed in the 24hour time allotment. The attempt took place Nov. 7, 2020, in Borrego Springs, on a 10-mile, on-road circuit observed by WUCA for certification verification. Weather conditions put a strain on Orr’s efforts, but despite the conditions Orr set several endurance cycling records, pending WUCA certification.

No. 29 – Local high school student athletes celebrate National i nin Day amid corona irus pandemic Student athletes from around the area took part last week in National Letter of Intent signing day ceremonies as they were recognized for committing to play sports and further their education at the next level. Of course, due to the coronavirus pandemic, athletes did not sign in front of big campus crowds, but they found other ways to enjoy their big day. Wednesday, Nov. 11, was the first day of 2021 for National Signing Day, which is the first day of the year that a high school senior can sign a binding national letter of intent with an NCAA, NCCAA or NAIA college, committing in writing to attend that school in exchange for a commitment from the school to receive financial aid and scholarships.

No. 30 – Temecula’s Ashley oder wins FC Ve as 1 fi ht Temecula UFC fighter, Ashley “Spider Monkey” Yoder fought in the octagon at UFC 252 in 2020.

Yoder took on Brazilian mixed martial artist, Livinha Souza, in what turned out to be a remarkably close strawweight showdown. Unfortunately, Yoder lost the bout to Souza, but instead of taking time off she wanted to get back in the ring after an intense couple of months of training, she said. Yoder got back on track with a win at UFC Vegas 14 against Miranda Granger, who was also coming off a loss.

No. 31 – Former Great Oak baseball player is MV of local scout ball league With COVID-1 numbers on the rise and the pandemic slowing things down for recruiting, the baseball Resource Group, a California nonprofit corporation provided optimum competition to expose players to some of Southern California’s best talent and they just wrapped up their first season in 2020, which was held at the Lake Elsinore Diamond.

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players were evaluated by coaches and pro scouts and at the same time got in some repetitions to improve their game. Former Great Oak High School baseball player and current Palomar College Comets player, Jonah Sebring, was named the MVP of the All-Star game, which took place Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Diamond in Lake Elsinore. o. 2 Demetric Felton represents Temecula in a big way, has big day for UCLA With the coronavirus pandemic in full swing, college sports have powered through things the best they can, and it was business as usual when Demetric Felton and the University of California Los Angeles Bruins ran past the Arizona Wildcats with a 27-10 win Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. Felton, who was a 3-star recruit out of Great Oak High School, carried the ball 32 times for 20 yards and a touchdown.

Felton’s incredible performance against Arizona has him high on the 2021 NFL Draft radar. o.

Former Herita e football standout, ione akitaki, scores first F touchdown Sione Takitaki of the Cleveland Browns, a former Heritage High School standout who also played and graduated from Brigham Young University, scored the first touchdown of his career in 2020. The Browns hosted the Eagles Sunday, Nov. 22, and the score came on a pick-six with 13:35 left in the second quarter, when Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz was picked off by Takitaki. He returned the ball 50 yards for a house call and his first NFL touchdown and jump-started the Browns on another soggy day at FirstEnergy Stadium. The result was a wave of momentum for the Browns, who would not trail at any point for the second straight week. It was the first of three big turnovers on the day as the defense carried the team to its seventh win of the season. o.

M JC opts out of prin I athletics season amid on oin COVD-19 pandemic Mt. San Jacinto College decided to opt out of the upcoming 2021 Spring I athletics season out of an abundance of caution during the ongoing COVID-1 pandemic. MSJC met with other Region 9 community colleges and found they are making the same decision. If the pandemic had eased up, those sports would have coincided with the winter sports of men’s and women’s basketball. Instead, the pandemic began to spike again, forcing the decision on Spring I sports, which runs Feb. 4 through April 17. A decision on Spring II sports, which runs March 27 through June 23 and includes softball, baseball, men’s and women’s tennis and men’s golf, must be made by Feb. 2 . o.

Hi h school and youth sports remain on hold through end of January After months of anticipation where youth and high school are concerned, an update from CIF was released Monday, Dec. 14, outlining a more detailed look at when competitions can once again take place. The new guidelines for youth, including high school and club, and adult recreational sports will not allow team competitions to begin until at least Jan. 25, unless state health officials amend that date when they reassess the disease transmission trends by Jan. 4, 2021. *The full versions of these sports stories can also be found online at http://www.myvalleynews.com.

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Billions of people around the world stand with the “deplorables”

Julie Reeder PUBLISHER

While many people in the U.S. complain that their president does not act like a politician, rightfully so, and in fact he is sometimes brash and rude and they don’t like the way he tweets, why are there such large pro-America, pro-Trump rallies in the U.S. of 10,000 to 50,000 people Unless you are truly a middleclass person, or a “deplorable,” you may not understand it. He’s not only empowered the middle class, but he’s given people who believe in American exception-

alism a voice and that includes not only Americans, but people around the globe who are trapped in cultures that long for our freedoms.

President Donald Trump touts American free speech, freedom of religion, gun rights, school choice, border security, farming, U.S. manufacturing, hard work, small-business support, etc. He’s not only given the middle class a voice, but he’s invited them to the table. Because he’s not a politician but a businessman who has dined with them and worked with every type and class of worker, he understands how important each one is and how important they are to the fabric of America. While he certainly is a capitalist, he understands their faith in God, family and country is more important to them than profit.

Even more interesting is, “Why are there pro-America, pro-Trump rallies in other countries?” I was watching with amazement a parade of thousands of people in Uganda and wondering about this thought myself. But I realized it was not only Uganda, but China,

Hong Kong, United Kingdom, India, Vietnam and many more countries. Why do they take the time and also the risk to show their support for Trump?

Here’s why. Our politicians, Wall Street, the NBA, Hollywood, big business, social media oligarchs, universities, etc. have all been racing to bend the knee to China and the Chinese Communist Party. It’s financially good for them, and they turn a blind eye to the human rights abuses of the Muslim Uyghurs, Christians and Falon Gong followers in “reeducation camps,” the organ harvesting industry, the cyberspying and theft, etc. They aren’t against Chinese slave or low wage labor because it benefits them. If they are supportive of the CCP, they can continue to make a lot of money and that is what is most important to them.

China only allows so many American movies in each year and if you are favorable to the CCP in your movie, you have a chance to reach an audience of billions of Chinese people and make a lot of money. If you are manufacturing

widgets, you can get them made for a fraction of what it costs in America and make a lot of money.

If you are a social media platform, a news giant or the NBA, you have the incentive to work with and support the CCP so you can make more money. If you are a university, you are incentivized by their money and Confucius centers to support the CCP. If you are a politician, you can sell your influence through family members and make millions. It’s all about money.

What Chinese Americans explain is that Trump is the first president to act in defiance to China, the CCP and i Jinping. It reminds me of President Ronald Reagan, June 12, 1 87, when he said, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”

They explain that the Chinese people, under the CCP regime do not enjoy our freedoms and the American dream they’ve now gotten a taste of includes free speech, freedom of religion, the rule of law and the freedom to work hard and prosper. They see Trump standing up to the CCP and

standing for America, and it gives them hope that they can also stand up for themselves against the controlling CCP. The Chinese people are amazing people, and they are rooting not just for the work Trump started but for America in general.

There are many who believe that a great awakening is happening right now, and people are waking up to the fight against authoritarianism, Communism, Marxism, critical race theory, etc.

They believe that the very foundation of our country is at stake, and the deplorables are tired of being told to just be quiet, don’t bring division, don’t cause any trouble, just work hard, pay your taxes, send your sons and daughters to fight our wars and don’t upset the power structure. There are now billions of amazing Chinese, Taiwanese, Indian, Ugandans, etc. who are on the side of the deplorables, so I think no matter what happens in the next month, they may have already won. lie eeder came be reached by email at reeder@reedermedia. c m.

items, and Community Mission of Hope, which also provides food for those in need. Charity for Charity, my 2018 Nonprofit of the Year,” fulfills wishes for individuals with life-threatening illness or traumatic injuries.

Fallbrook charities include the Angel Society, funded through the Angel Thrift Shop downtown, which has provided over 4 million in charitable grants since 1 78, along with the Fallbrook Food Pantry, which makes approximately 25,000 home visits and distributes about 1 million pounds of food each year. And don’t forget groups like Interfaith Community Services and the Wounded War-

riors food pantry, helping to provide food and other vital services throughout the region.

On the health care front, noteworthy organizations include Neighborhood Healthcare of Escondido, my 2017 Nonprofit of the Year,” serving over 7 ,000 people annually, and Palomar Health foundation, which provides support to the Palomar Health District, including help in obtaining badly needed personal protective equipment for health care workers caring for COVID patients. And with homelessness on the rise, Solutions for Change has stepped up to serve homeless families throughout the North

County region.

These are just a very few of the local organizations that make a huge difference every day. They deserve our respect, our thanks, our support and our prayers in their daily uest to make a difference in the lives of thousands. ssemblymember arie al dr n sc ndid re resents the th ssembly istrict in the ali rnia e islat re hich in cl des the c mm nities nsall sc ndid allbr idden ead s ala al mar n tain a ma Valley ainb an arc s emec la Valley enter and Vista.

Helping the helpers Assemblymember Marie Waldron SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The holiday season is traditionally a time of giving. It’s also appropriate at this time of the year to support organizations in our area that reach out to help those in need.

Locally, many organizations are available to provide assistance, but these groups depend on all of us for their support, especially during the current pandemic.

These organizations include Western Eagle Foundation of Temecula, which assists people throughout Southern California with food, clothing and personal

Millions in funding secured to minimize costs and keep water service quality high Greg Thomas ELSINORE VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

Water is life, and safe, reliable water and wastewater service is the bedrock of our community and the cornerstone for our society as a whole. At Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, it’s our ob to keep clean water flowing to your tap. We’re also entrusted with the responsibility to provide the wastewater management services to keep our community and our environment healthy and sanitary.

As a special district, EVMWD’s key areas of focus are public water service, water supply development and planning, wastewater treatment and disposal, and recycling.

We are committed to efficiency, sustainability and transparency. In fact, as a public service provider, EVMWD is not allowed to profit from our work to provide water and sewer service.

Currently, EVMWD has more than 45,000 water, wastewater and agricultural service connections.

We strive to provide high-quality services at the most cost-effective level possible while maintaining the top-notch customer service that our customers have relied on since our district was founded in 1 50.

Developing and maintaining our water and wastewater infrastructure and mitigating the risks to our community’s water supply is an ongoing task that requires a great deal of resources and funds.

As such, our EVMWD team consistently works to find innovative ways to keep our customers’ costs down as we secure the water supplies needed to serve a growing population. With this in mind, I am proud to report that EVMWD recently secured multiple grants and low-interest loans to help fund several important projects for our community.

First, thanks to financial support from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, we can begin expanding the Regional Water Reclamation Facility and begin planning the Diamond Regional Lift Station. This funding, which will save EVMWD approximately 5.5 million in interest expenses over the next 30 years, ensure that our future residents have uninterrupted access to essential water services and lead to long termsavings for our ratepayers.

A recent 125,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency toward the development of a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan will also assist us in reducing the risks posed by natural disasters and ensuring that our customers have uninterrupted access to clean, safe and affordable water during a disaster.

EVMWD secured a .4 million, low-interest loan from the

California State Water Resources Control Board to upgrade and expand our main regional water reclamation treatment facility.

These upgrades will not only allow us to expand critical infrastructure while minimizing the impact to our ratepayers, but also ensure our facility will be able to keep up with the unique demands of the region.

We also secured a 4.3 million, low-interest loan from the same board to implement Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Technology. Funds from this loan will help us keep pace with technology and allow us to observe and control boosters and wastewater treatment plants remotely from one location.

We received a 1 million Propostion 1 Sustainable Groundwater Planning Grant from the Department of Water Resources to provide a guideline for enhancing water supply reliability, manag-

ing basin yields, and improving and protecting the quality of the groundwater supply for future use.

Plus, an 80,000 Systems Optimization Review Grant from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation will enable us to implement a strategy to achieve system efficiency, water resource management and water conservation efforts through a review of internal water systems.

Our team at EVMWD is committed to enhancing sustainability and efficiency for our customers.

We are dedicated to implementing innovative projects to meet our community’s water and wastewater needs for many years to come, and we are delighted that the grants and low-interest loans we secured will help us complete ours goals and pass the savings on to our customers. re h mas is the eneral mana er lsin re Valley nici al ater istrict.

for his Florida golf course, likely under the cover of darkness Jan. 1 , Biden will stride confidently into a house he knows well – hammer and nails in hand.

It won’t be glamorous work, nor will it pay well.

The work he does won’t always be the best choice, some will argue it should be made better, bigger, more dramatic.

But major work on the foundation must be done first – cracks filled, tunnels closed for good – before the aesthetics are taken on.

Before additions are built, the details must be attended to and that will take some time.

It will take a steady hand and capable partner in Kamala Harris to be willing to do the dirty work to bring the old house back to its former glory.

They will employ more shovels than gavels, more paint than sentences, more good old-fashioned reinforcements ensured than acts of vengeance unleashed.

It won’t be easy, either.

If things don’t go their way Jan. 5, in Georgia, Biden and Harris could be facing the same donothing Senate that spent the past four years covering up, kowtowing to cronies and stacking up bills designed to take the nation forward from the House into the corner, as usual.

That makes the hard work of restoration and rebuilding slightly harder, somewhat more mucked in nonsensical rhetoric, and more difficult to accomplish.

But, if Georgia votes two Democrats onto the Senate, Mitch McConnell might be better off fleeing for the hills of Kentucky, if they’ll take him.

Biden and Harris may have him picking up trash around Capitol Hill for his final six years.

If that happens, the game opens up for Biden and Harris, the nails will go in smoother, the concrete dries quicker, the paint dries brighter.

The rest is up to us.

In current society, we have a hard

time waiting for what we want. We get impatient, demand action and expect change at a moment’s notice.

But we must remember that this is a big job.

Four years of frat house debauchery and blatant disregard for this nation’s first home has taken its toll and once it is repaired, we don’t want to have to do any such repair work for a very long time.

So it must be done well. It must be done with precision and commitment. It must stand the test of time.

The rest is up to us.

We have to take on the hard work of holding the guilty accountable, pinning the traitors to the wall, and muzzling those that would continue to insist on credibility for their traitorous false and hurtful propaganda.

The noise needs to be silenced, the misinformation scoffed at, the hate smashed to bits, the racism eradicated and the quickly fading fake patriotism dismissed.

It will take time; it will be hard doing. But with a horizon now

opened up with a clear view ahead, it’s possible.

All we’ve ever needed was a chance – and here it is.

Let’s rebuild America into the best version of itself again.

Let’s bring it back to the shining beacon of progress and societal advancement that it’s always been.

The world is waiting with open arms.

Time to get to work Regardless of the shenanigans happening nearly daily at 1 00 Pennsylvania Avenue and all the other nonsense that we couldn’t ever predict to happen the next few weeks, one thing is sure: a lot of things will change Jan. 20.

For the majority of Americans, Inauguration Day will be more a deep sigh of relief than a day of excitement and accomplishment.

As Joe Biden takes over the White House, I believe even he knows his job will be more about restoration than advancing progressive policy.

But that’s why he was elected.

The election result was partly an indictment of an administration running wild and playing loosely with our American values and laws, and part the selection of a man who stands firmly on the right side of our nation’s best interests.

The United States, in my opinion, is a nation torn in two and the People’s House is in a state of disrepair and is likely infected.

When the current inhabitant flees

Jeff Pack Temecula

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San Jacinto Valley honors high school seniors Diane A. Rhodes SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The Hemet San Jacinto Student of the Month program recently recognized six high school seniors for demonstrating character, integrity, love of learning, involvement in school activities, athletics and community service. Students were nominated by teachers or other school personnel for making a difference in their home, school and community.

Due to the COVID-1 pandemic’s limitations for public gatherings, the event was held virtually Dec. 10. More than 50 participants logged in to the Zoom meeting where students shared their stories and sponsors and administrators offered their support. Program founder and meeting host Karena Zermeno also represented one of the sponsors, Altura Credit Union.

Backpacks filled with gifts, a pla ue, certificates of recognition and much more were donated by the program’s sponsors and will be delivered to each recipient. The students were given the opportunity to thank their families and school staff who have supported them and helped them plan their future life goals.

December’s students of the month from Hemet Unified School District schools were Sarah Carr, GabriElla Felix, Hazal Hora and Katherine McGivney. San Jacinto Unified students were Gerardo Mateo Calel and Jasmine Resvaloso.

The overwhelming message of this month’s event was one of hope and not just because of the holiday season. In his opening prayer, Jeff Johnson, pastor of San Jacinto Assembly of God, encouraged everyone to look toward hope despite the unusual year we have shared and pointed out that the students’ stories embody hope for a promising future.

Hamilton High’s Sarah Carr was

singled out for her extra efforts during the pandemic and transition to online learning. She was nominated by teacher Mary Kleinvachter who said that when many students shut down or cut back, Carr continued to stay active with academics and community service.

GabriElla Felix of Tahquitz High School was chosen because she has been a shining student and is always involved. She recently participated in a district training on student engagement for educators and was the only student to present. Although her family has suffered some financial struggles, Felix has set her sights on becoming a forensic scientist or math teacher after graduating from University of California San Diego.

“She has been an inspiration to me and others around us,” her father Miguel Felix said.

West Valley High School Principal Shannyn Cahoon shared an enlightening message to keep in mind during these challenging times before she introduced her school’s choice this month: Hazel Hora. She said it is important to keep in mind all the things that have not been canceled during these trying times and they include this event, love, imagination, music and hope.

Hora impressed her science teacher Sean Mathews by forming a University of California application workshop for her peers.

She wants to pursue the field of bioengineering to eventually work on research that will find cures for many diseases. She said she learned an important life lesson as a member of her school’s competitive marching band: “Be better than yesterday.”

“Nothing is ever impossible with grit,” Hora said.

Katherine McGivney was Hemet High School’s choice for December, and Principal Emily Shaw worked with her family to make it a surprise for her.

Six high school seniors from Hemet nified School District and San Jacinto nified School District are honored through the Hemet San Jacinto Student of the Month program, Dec. 1 .

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“This is the most resilient graduating class we will ever see, and Katherine has fulfilled many roles and has worn many hats,” Shaw said.

Nominating counselor Maureen Fernandes said McGivney is goaloriented and challenges herself with every opportunity yet is willing to help others with a smile on her face.

“We’ve lost a lot of close family members, but the losses taught me to really appreciate things in life which is why I like to give back,” the 18-year-old said.

Gerardo Mateo Calel of Mountain View High School gave his acceptance speech in Spanish although he has never used the fact that English is not his first language as an excuse not to excel.

He came to America from Guatemala by himself so he could go to school and start working to help support his family back home. He is planning to attend trade school after graduation so he can have a successful career in the trucking

industry.

Jasmine Resvaloso was nominated as San Jacinto High School’s student of the month by counselor Erika Gardner. After the loss of her father and her mother suffering a stroke when she was young, Resvaloso said the only way she could continue to make everyone proud was to do her best in school and not let her personal life get her down. She has been accepted to three colleges so far.

“I plan to major in Political Science and then go to law school to pursue family law,” Resvaloso said. “I want to help out and I’m always willing to put others before myself.”

Christi Barrett, superintendent of HUSD, thanked the students for their willingness to be transparent in sharing their stories with everyone and reminded them of the district’s commitment and love for all students.

“In the midst of this holiday season that has a variety of meanings for people, we need to remind our-

selves of the gifts we have in life; we are truly blessed,” Barrett said.

Sally Myers of BMW Management Inc., who founded the Student of the Month program in Temecula and mentored Zermeno to start the Hemet San Jacinto chapter, sent a heartfelt message for all the program’s sponsors and volunteers to thank them for their passion.

“It’s with great pleasure that I wish each of you a merry Christmas,” she said. “I know this is a challenging season for everyone, but I’m delighted that our wonderful Student of the Month Program has continued and has stayed true to its founding mission statement.”

Myers said the program will continue to be a “beacon of hope, a light on the hill and a program where kids are the center of attention and loved upon.”

For more information, visit http://www.studentofthemonth. net.

Wildomar teacher among finalists for national honor in math/ science education City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

A Wildomar teacher was among six state finalists announced Tuesday, Dec. 22, for the 2020 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

Presented by the National Sci-

ence Foundation, the awards honor teachers who “display subject mastery, appropriate use of instructional methods and strategies, lifelong learning and leadership in education outside the classroom,” according to the state Department of Education.

“These teachers are incredible educators, role models and men-

tors to all those around them, and through mastery of their craft, they inspire students to study math, technology, engineering and science – including computer science,” state Education Secretary Tony Thurmond said. “They’re bright stars and prime examples of excellence in our educational system, and we hope that all students

can enroll in great STEAM and computer science programs with educators like them, to prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow.”

Judy Cook, a first grade teacher at William Collier Elementary School, was named a finalist in the science category. A 28-year educator, Cook also worked as an induction coach and mentored new

teachers. She also taught at summer literacy camps that provided support in science, reading and art.

The eventual award winners from each state receive a 10,000 award from the NSF and are traditionally honored at a ceremony in Washington.

Discovery Isle Preschools donate pajamas and books to Project T.O.U.C.H.

Students hold a pa ama and book drive for nonprofit Pro ect T.O. .C.H. Valley News/Courtesy photo

TEMECULA – Students and staff at Discovery Isle Preschools in Temecula and Murrieta donated more than 52 pairs of pajamas, 50 robes and several books Wednesday, Dec. 23, to Pro ect T.O.U.C.H., a local nonprofit that provides resources and homelessness prevention programs to the community.

Students and their families participated in a giving tree program

to collect donations of pajamas and books for children in need, and Discovery Isle staff worked together to donate the robes to the children’s parents. Through this initiative, students learned the value of spreading kindness and helping others in their community.

Discovery Isle Preschools in Temecula and Murrieta are part of Spring Education Group, a multi-school network providing

superior private school education from infant care through high school. Discovery Isle provides a well-rounded curriculum, caring and skilled teachers, and a commitment to parent communication.

For more information, visit http:// www.DiscoveryIsle.com. bmitted by isc very sle resch ls.

Local residents awarded scholarships at Biola University LA MIRADA – Biola University awarded local residents one of two scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Freshmen are eligible for the president’s and provost’s scholarship – 20,000 and 1 ,000 per Answers from puzzle on page B-6

year respectively – if upon entering the university, they meet the requirements of the scholarship.

This year, 338 freshmen received one of the scholarships. Three students are from Temecula, and one is from Menifee.

Robert Mosher of Temecula is studying Bible, theology and ministry.

Caden Baird of Temecula is studying intercultural studies.

Matthew Holmes of Temecula is studying business administration.

Jingxuan hang of Menifee is studying biochemistry.

Students are considered for this scholarship upon admission to the university based on the combination of their GPA and SAT, both math and English, scores. According to the admissions department, recipients of the president’s scholarship have a minimum GPA of 3.88 and an SAT composite score of 1340. Recipients of the provost’s scholarship have a

minimum GPA of 3.87 and an SAT composite score of 1120.

Students must maintain a GPA of 3.2 while taking courses at Biola University to receive the scholarship the following year.

Students attended classes remotely this fall through “Biola at Home” – the university’s new digital experience. The core strengths have been made available in new ways as Biola University provides the same services students enjoy on campus in a new format, including the faculty interaction, small class sizes and faith integration.

Biola University is a nationally ranked Christian university in the heart of Southern California. It was recently recognized as one of the

nation’s top 10 up and coming” national universities by the U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1 08, Biola University is committed to the mission of biblically centered education, scholarship and service – equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. With more than ,000 students at its Southern California campus and around the world, Biola University’s nine schools offer more than 150 academic programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. For more information, visit http://biola.edu or call 5 2-777-40 1. bmitted by i la niversity.

Daniel Byrtus named to Ohio Dominican University’s 2020 fall dean’s list COLUMBUS, Ohio – Daniel Byrtus of Winchester has been named to Ohio Dominican University’s 2020 fall semester dean’s list.

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San Jacinto Elementary is accepted as New International Baccalaureate World School SAN JACINTO – San Jacinto Unified School District’s board of trustees took action at their regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 15, to acknowledge accreditation by the International Baccalaureate Organization of San Jacinto Elementary School as an IB World School for the Primary Years Programme. As an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, San Jacinto Elementary will be part of a global community of schools, and more specifically one of 5 7 schools in the U.S. and one of only two schools in Riverside County.

“This is such an honor to announce San Jacinto Elementary’s acceptance into the IB schools community,” Superintendent Dr. David Pyle said with the board. “It was made possible by continuous hard work since 2017, well before my

arrival at SJUSD, and I couldn’t be more proud of our team for seeing this work to fruition.”

The Primary Years Programme is a student-centered approach to education for children aged 4-12. Students learn within a real-world, inquiry-based curriculum that fosters their individuality, creativity and independence. The Primary Years Programme was established by the IB educational foundation in 1 7 and is taught in 10 countries.

“Offering the Primary Years Programme to our students is an opportunity for us to change the course of their lives,” Principal Michelle Clines said. “Our teachers are developing students that can think critically about concepts and issues, be compassionate about the world around them and be creative problem solvers -- this will change

their lives and our community.”

The staff worked to meet the authorization standards over the past three years.

“It’s a lot of work and teacher and staff commitment, and not everyone wants to take it on,” Christy Pene,’ former SJE teacher who recently was promoted to assistant principal at SJUSD’s Megan Cope Elementary, said. The staff at SJE are rock stars, and I know they are going to continue what we started together to help students become more curious, well-rounded learners.”

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San Jacinto Elementary School, a New International Baccalaureate World School, is located at 136 N. Ramona Blvd. in San Jacinto.

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Two new trustees join MSJC board, Tom Ashley reelected to a third term SAN JACINTO – The Mt. San Jacinto Community College District Thursday, Dec. 17, welcomed two new trustees and a reelected trustee during its December board of trustees meeting.

Brian Sylva from Area 1 and Joshua Pablo Rivera from Area 2 both won four-year terms Nov. 3 and took the oath of office before the board of trustees meeting, Dec. 17. Trustee Tom Ashley from Area 5 ran unopposed and also won a four-year term. They join Vicki Carpenter from Area 3 and Ann Motte from Area 4 on the Board of Trustees.

We welcome Brian and Joshua to the board. They are no strangers to MSJC and we look forward to their leadership, thoughts and ideas to carry us into the future,” Roger Schultz, president and superintendent of Mt. San Jacinto College, said. “We welcome back, Tom, and have valued his voice

and leadership over the past eight years.

Sylva stepped down from his seat on the Beaumont Unified School District board and vacated his seat on the Mt. San Jacinto College Measure AA Citizens’ Oversight Committee to take on his new role on the board of MSJC. Rivera is an alumnus of Mt. San Jacinto College who transferred to the University of California Riverside to receive a bachelor’s degree in Chicano studies.

Ashley was first elected to represent the Murrieta and Temecula area on the board in 2012 and has served in the board president and clerk roles. He served as board president most recently in 2018.

Leaving the board of trustees are Sherrie Guerrero from Area 1, who served five years, and Dorothy McGargill from Area 2, who served 1 years.

The Mt. San Jacinto Community College District welcomes two new trustees, Brian Sylva from Area 1 and Joshua Pablo Rivera from Area and a reelected trustee, Tom Ashley from Area , during its Dec. 1 Valley News/Mt. San Jacinto College photo board of trustees meeting.

“We can’t thank Dorothy and Sherrie enough for all that they’ve done for the students at MSJC,” Schultz said. “Their leadership has helped guide us during a period in which we’ve seen record

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Renee White finishes master’s studies at Miami University O FORD, Ohio – Sun City resident Renee White has been applying the tools of science, education and conservation to become a leader in the conservation community. In mid-December 2020, White will conclude her master’s course of study with a master’s degree in biology from Miami University through Pro ect Dragonfly.

Since joining the global field program in 2018, White has traveled to Baja, Borneo, engaged with

global conservationists in action projects through a new online course and conducted projects that have made a difference in the Sun City area.

Throughout her time in the global field program, White developed a master plan, a kind of personal mission statement for what she wanted to accomplish in the program. In many of her master’s courses, White designed projects that supported this plan,

Makayla Fick named to UM fall 2020 chancellor’s honor roll O FORD, Miss. – Makayla Ann Fick of Winchester was recently named to the University of Mississippi’s fall 2020 honor roll lists.

Fick was named to the chancellor’s honor roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00 and have completed at least 12 graded hours for the semester and may not be on academic probation during the semester.

“Our chancellor’s honor roll students deserve a great deal of recognition for their pursuit of academic excellence and incredible achievements,” Chancellor Glenn Boyce said. “These students represent some of the best and brightest at the University of Mississippi, and I’m thrilled to congratulate them for their pursuit of personal and academic greatness.”

The University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss, is the state’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business.

With more than 23,000 students, Ole Miss is the state’s largest university and is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions. Its 1 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy and an honors college acclaimed for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action. bmitted by niversity ississi i.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Route 60/I-10, Railroad Canyon Road/I-15 interchange closures slated

by RCTC Tony Ault STAFF WRITER

With the holidays coming to a close, Riverside County Transportation Commission issued highway closure notices for Jan. 8-11 on the Railroad Canyon Road/Interstate 15 southbound ramp in Lake Elsinore and Route 0 eastbound at Interstate 10 and Route 0 from Moreno Valley to Banning.

All area highways have remained open throughout the Christmas holiday and New Year’s

Day to assist holiday travelers and give some work crews time off by both transportation agencies.

RCTC said the southbound onramp at Railroad Canyon Road will be fully closed from Friday, Jan. 8, to Monday, Jan. 11, at 4 a.m. for crews to safely pave the on-ramp and the connection of Railroad Canyon Road to the on-ramp. Traffic will be shifted to allow crews to complete the new southbound on-ramp.

The commission said to expect traffic delays and suggested motor-

ists use the southbound I-15 Main Street on-ramp in Lake Elsinore.

Likewise, RCTC announced the Route 0 eastbound lanes between Gilman Springs Road and the I-10 Route 0 from Moreno Valley to Banning will be fully closed from 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, to Monday, Jan. 11, at 5 a.m.

RCTC officials said traffic delays should be expected and for motorists to allow extra time and seek alternate routes.

The Highway 0 lane closure is needed to relocate 4.5 miles of

temporary concrete barriers from the existing eastbound roadway to shift traffic to the new paved median. Once the lanes are shifted, crews will be able to safely work on the eastbound lanes and outside shoulder.

In both areas, the California Highway Patrol will enforce traffic safety 24 7 with traffic fines doubled in construction areas.

Weather conditions could change either project and other delays, RCTC said.

Weekly construction updates

for Highway 0 are available from RCTC at http://RCTC. org 0trucklanes or by calling 8 -413- 0 0.

Weekly construction updates for the Railroad Canyon project are available at http://rctc.org/railroadcanyon; Tweet railroadcanyon or by calling 877-500-7715. ny lt can be reached by email at ta lt@reedermedia.c m.

CDBG amendments to fund ADA upgrades for Canyon Lake city building, Anza Community Hall Joe Naiman WRITER

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors amended the county’s 2020-2021 Community Development Block Grant program, and the projects to be funded include Americans with Disabilities Act upgrades for the Canyon Lake city building and Anza Community Hall.

The supervisors voted 5-0, Dec. 8, to approve the substantial amendments to the CDBG plan which will add funding for the Canyon Lake city building, Anza Community Hall and Banning Senior Center ADA upgrades and for coronavirus control measures at community centers and senior

centers within the urban county boundaries. The county supervisors also found the projects to be categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Protection Act review.

The Community Development Block Grant program is intended to revitalize lower-income communities. If a facility provides services to low-income or moderate-income residents, including seniors, the facility itself does not need to be in a low-income census tract. The county administers the program for some small incorporated cities, including Canyon Lake and Banning, as well as for the unincorporated area and for regional projects. An

annual plan must be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which provides the funding for the CDBG program. The Board of Supervisors approved the original 2020-2021 CDBG plan May 1 .

If the county does not believe that the money will be spent by the HUD deadline, the money may be reallocated, and the board of supervisors can also reallocate funds from a completed project with CDBG money remaining.

An amendment to the CDBG plan requires a public notice, a public hearing and a 30-day public comment period. The county issued a public notice Nov. 4.

Canyon Lake’s city building is in the 31500 block of Railroad

Canyon Drive. The city will use 48,817 of CDBG funding for project management, design, equipment, materials, construction, compliance monitoring and inspection expenses for the improvements outlined in a Certified Access Specialist Program inspection report.

The county approved 100,000 for the Anza Community Hall upgrades. Anza Community Hall is in the 5 00 block of Route 371 and is a nonprofit organization which provides food assistance, health care services, education classes and other activities for area residents. The CDBG funding will be used for project management, architectural and engineering design, construction

and compliance management to remove architectural barriers and construct related improvements.

The $50,000 coronavirus control allocation will pay for costs incurred by between five and 10 community centers and senior centers to prevent, prepare for and respond to the spread of coronavirus. The eligible expenses include but are not limited to cleaning and disinfectant supplies, personal protective equipment, shielding, signage, staff training and testing. e aiman can be reached by email at naiman@reedermedia. c m.

PETS

Pets can make your 2021 New Year’s resolutions stick LOS ANGELES – It’s that time of year again when many people start making New Year’s resolutions. After a tumultuous 2020, it may be more imperative than ever to strive for physical, mental and emotional balance.

The good news is that there is someone who could help you reach those goals who’s closer than you think: your dog or cat. That’s right, Fido and Fluffy can provide you with the motivation to get 2021 started on the right track.

Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare organization focused on making America a no-kill nation by 2025, offers five ways your pets can be the best resolution buddies. Keeping in mind masks, leash laws and social distancing should be observed whenever you’re in public.

It’s also wise to research hours of operation for any destination before you visit. tart mo in Do you have an active dog?

Then you have a free personal trainer. Dogs love to get exercise and do it with such enthusiasm, they’re sure to make you smile as you head out the door. Walking at a vigorous pace for ust 30 minutes, five times a week can provide the moderately intensive cardiovascular exercise most physicians recommend. If you and your dog aren’t quite ready to hit that goal at the moment, try a 10-minute walk at your own pace and boost your time by five-minute increments each week.

Some cats even like to go for walks on a leash and harness or in a stroller. If you’re not sure how your own kitty would feel about it, do some research online to find the safest ways to introduce walking or strolling into your routine.

And if you really want to make those steps count, download Best Friends’ ResQWalk app.

Sponsored by Front of the Pack, ResQWalk not only tracks your mileage, it allows people to raise

money for animal rescues and shelters in the U.S. every time they go walking.

Ease stress Of course, pets are adorable to look at and fun to hang out with. It turns out they’re also good for you.

As research has shown, spending quality time with pets can lessen anxiety, lower blood pressure and bolster your immune system – health benefits many of us can use.

How can you make the most of this natural stress relief? A daily 15-minute break with your cat or dog to meditate is a great start. Sit with your pet in a quiet, comfortable place, focus on being present, breathing deeply and stroking your pet’s fur. Another option is to break out a yoga mat and do some poses with your cat or dog, which will not only ease stress, but also provides a gentle workout.

Eat better Did your eating habits change in 2020? This year swap out fatty, sweet or salty treats and start shar-

Many beaches, state parks and local landmarks are open for sightseeing, so find a spot that’s sure to boost you and your pet’s spirits.

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ing some good-for-you snacks with your pet.

Dogs can eat raw sunflower or pumpkin seeds, plus produce like watermelon, blackberries, cranberries, blueberries, bananas,

Pets of the Week Animal Friends of the Valleys

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Hi I’m Toby, a -year-old male Pitbull Boxer mix. I’m a sweet young fellow. I know some commands, but I could use additional training. I’m good around pigs, horses and goats, children, dogs and cats. Come meet me today Intake Number 9 19 Hello I’m Jake, a -year-old male kitty. I’m a spunky handsome fellow, looking for my furever home Do you have treats and toys for me et’s meet today Intake Number 988

Website: www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com Address 1 Mission Trail, ildomar, CA 9 9 Phone 9 1- 18 Hours of operation Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and riday from 1 a.m. to p.m., ednesday from 1 a.m. to p.m. and Saturday 1 a.m. to p.m.

Hi I’m Parsnip, a -year-old female Shepherd mix. I’m a beautiful playful girl who is looking for a gentle loving home. ill you be patient with me as I get to know you I think we could be good friends. et’s meet. Intake Number 18 Hs 19

Hello I’m Pepe, a -year-old male Tuxedo kitty. I’m a sweet boy who needs a new home. I’m dreaming of a nice warm bed to sleep on in my new home. Come meet me today Intake Number 18 919 Hs 81 The shelter is open by appointment Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for adoptions. For more great pets available for adoption, contact the Ramona Humane Society at 9 1-8 or visit www. ramonahumanesociety.org.

Living Free Animal Sanctuary Hi I’m Brokk, a -year-old male Terrier mix. I’m a dashing, bright-eyed fellow who needs time to get to know you. I love to go on walks and play fetch. I can play this game all day long if you have the energy to keep up with me. Let’s meet!

Hello I’m Toph, a -month-old female dilute Calico kitty. I’m a beautiful and curious girl who is affectionate and loves to play Do you have new things for me to examine and explore or other friendly playful cats I could be friends with Come meet me today or more information on Brokk, Toph and other pets up for adoption at iving ree Animal Sanctuary, call the kennel at 9 1- 1-998 , the cattery at 9 1- 91-1898 or visit https://living-free.org.

Retrievers & Friends Hi I’m Simon, a -year-old male Spaniel mix. I’m a friendly fellow, looking for my forever home.

Come meet me today!

For more great pets up for adoption, visit Retrievers and riends of Southern California at www.retrieversandfriends.com.

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apple slices and baby carrots but no grapes or raisins, which can be toxic. Cats can get in on the fun, too. Felines can en oy fish like salmon or mackerel, meats like plain boiled chicken and a bit of cheese or egg.

Just keep in mind that only 10 of a pet’s daily calories should come from treats. Your veterinarian can confirm which foods are appropriate for your pet.

Venture out If you’ve been stuck at home and can’t take one more day staring at four walls, leash up your dog – or a travel loving cat, if you’ve got one – and hit the road for a day trip. Many beaches, state parks and local landmarks are still open for sightseeing, so find a spot that’s sure to boost you and your pet’s spirits.

Be social Socializing may seem oxymoronic during COVID-1 , but there is a way to be amongst others safely. Get outside with your dog.

They are natural ice breakers, and you’re sure to meet like-minded people who want to share about their own pets. A game of fetch or Frisbee at the local park can also be a fun, socially distant activity to enjoy with friends and family.

Wait… What? You don’t have a pet?

Well, there’s no better time than the new year to adopt a new best friend. By adopting, not only will you be saving a life, you’ll get a great deal, as most pets are also fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go home for just one low fee.

To get started, visit http://www. bestfriends.org and find a local shelter or rescue where your perfect pet is waiting. bmitted by est riends nimal ciety.

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NATIONAL NEWS

House approves Trump’s $2K checks, sending to GOP-led Senate

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The House voted overwhelmingly Monday, Dec. 28, to increase COVID-1 relief checks to 2,000, meeting President Donald Trump’s demand for bigger payments and sending the bill to the Republicancontrolled Senate, where the outcome is highly uncertain.

Democrats led passage, 275134, their ma ority favoring additional assistance, but dozens of Republicans suddenly joined in approval. While Democrats favored bigger checks, Congress had settled on smaller 00 payments in a compromise over the big yearend relief bill Trump reluctantly signed into law. The president’s Republican Party allies opposed more spending and Trump’s push puts them in a difficult spot.

The vote was a stunning turn of events from just days ago, when House Republicans blocked Trump’s demands during a Christmas Eve session. After Trump spent days fuming from his private club in Florida, where he is spending the holidays, dozens of Republicans preferred to link with

Democrats rather than buck the outgoing president. Senators were set to return to session Tuesday, forced to consider the measure amid similar, stark Republican Party divisions.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi declared, “Republicans have a choice: Vote for this legislation or vote to deny the American people the bigger paychecks they need.”

The showdown could end up as more symbol than substance.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has declined to say publicly how the Senate will handle the bill when Democrats there try to push it forward for a vote Tuesday, after press time.

After the robust House vote, Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer warned, “There is no good reason for Senate Republicans to stand in the way.”

“There’s strong support for these $2,000 emergency checks from every corner of the country,” Schumer said in a statement.

“Leader McConnell ought to make sure Senate Republicans do not stand in the way of helping to meet the needs of American workers and families who are crying out

for help.”

The legislative action during the rare holiday week session may do little to change the $2 trillionplus COVID-1 relief and federal spending package that Trump signed into law Sunday, one of the biggest bills of its kind providing relief for millions of Americans.

That package – $900 billion in COVID-1 aid and 1.4 trillion to fund government agencies – will deliver long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and avert a federal government shutdown that otherwise would have started Tuesday, in the midst of the public health crisis.

But the outcome will define Trump’s Republicans, putting a spotlight on the Georgia runoff election Jan. 5 where two Republican senators are in the fights of their political lives against Democrats in a pair of races that will determine which party controls the Senate next year.

Together with votes Monday and Tuesday to override Trump’s veto of a sweeping defense bill, it’s potentially one last confrontation between the president and the Republican Party he leads as he imposes fresh demands and disputes the results of the presidential election. The new Congress is set to be sworn in Sunday.

Rep. Kevin Brady of Texas, the chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, acknowledged the division and said Congress had already approved ample funds during the COVID-1 crisis. Nothing in this bill helps anybody get back to work,” he said.

Aside from the direct 00 checks to most Americans, the COVID-1 portion of the bill revives a weekly pandemic jobless benefit boost – this time 300, through March 14 – as well as a popular Paycheck Protection Program of grants to businesses to keep workers on payrolls. It extends eviction protections, add-

ing a new rental assistance fund.

The COVID-1 package draws and expands on an earlier effort from Washington. It offers billions of dollars for vaccine purchases and distribution, for virus contact tracing, public health departments, schools, universities, farmers, food pantry programs and other institutions and groups facing hardship in the pandemic.

Americans earning up to $75,000 will qualify for the direct payments, which are phased out at higher income levels, and there’s an additional 00 payment per dependent child.

Meantime the government funding portion of the bill keeps federal agencies nationwide running without dramatic changes until Sept. 30.

Democrats are promising more aid to come once President-elect Joe Biden takes office, but Republicans are signaling a wait-and-see approach.

Biden told reporters at an event in Wilmington, Delaware, that he supported the $2,000 checks.

Trump’s sudden decision to sign the bill in Florida, where he is spending the holidays, came as he faced escalating criticism from lawmakers on all sides over his eleventh-hour demands. The bipartisan bill negotiated by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin had already passed the House and Senate by wide margins. Lawmakers had thought they had Trump’s blessing after months of negotiations with his administration.

The president’s defiant refusal to act, publicized with a heated video he tweeted just before the Christmas holiday, sparked chaos, a lapse in unemployment benefits for millions and the threat of a government shutdown in the pandemic. It was another crisis of his own making, resolved when he ultimately signed the bill into law.

In his statement about the signing, Trump repeated his frustra-

tions with the COVID-1 relief bill for providing only 00 checks to most Americans and complained about what he considered unnecessary spending, particularly on foreign aid – much of it proposed by his own budget.

While the president insisted he would send Congress “a redlined version” with spending items he wants removed, those are merely suggestions to Congress. Democrats said they would resist such cuts.

For now, the administration can only begin work sending out the 00 payments.

A day after the signing, Trump was back at the golf course in Florida, the state he moved his residence from New York..

Republican Rep. Mo Brooks of Alabama, a conservative who supported Trump’s futile challenge of the election results, counted himself Monday among the opponents of a more generous relief package and Trump’s call for higher payments.

“It’s money we don’t have, we have to borrow to get and we can’t afford to pay back,” he said on “Fox and Friends.”

But Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York said she was open to the idea of $2,000 checks.

“Many Americans are in dire need of relief,” she said on the show.

Altogether, Republicans and Democrats alike swiftly welcomed Trump’s decision to sign the bill into law.

“The compromise bill is not perfect, but it will do an enormous amount of good for struggling Kentuckians and Americans across the country who need help now,” McConnell said. lvin re rted r m est alm each l rida. riter ndre ayl r c ntrib ted t this re rt.

Former Rep. Duncan Hunter gets full pardon from Trump City News Service SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Former Rep. Duncan Hunter, who pleaded guilty last year to using campaign funds for personal expenses and was weeks away from beginning an 11-month prison sentence, received a full pardon Tuesday, Dec. 22, from President Donald Trump.

Hunter represented the 50th Congressional District, a portion of which stretches into southwestern Riverside County.

According to a statement from the White House, the pardon was issued “at the request of many members of Congress” and was supported by Bradley Smith, former Federal Election Commission chairman.

The White House statement cites Smith as saying the case against Hunter “could have been handled as a civil case via the Federal Election Commission.”

Hunter pleaded guilty last year to a conspiracy charge for spending hundreds of thousands of dollars with campaign credit cards on family vacations, restaurant and bar tabs, clothes and other frivolous expenses over the course of several years, while falsely stating to his staff that the purchases were campaign-related.

Hunter’s wife and former campaign manager, Margaret, also pleaded guilty last year to misusing campaign funds and was sentenced in August to eight months of home confinement and three-years probation. Trump did not pardon her.

Hunter was originally ordered to surrender to authorities May 2 , but the COVID-1 pandemic prompted a delay in his sentence.

He was expected to report to prison in January.

During his sentencing hearing in March, Hunter said he took “full responsibility for any dime spent on my campaign by me or anyone else.”

His defense attorney, Paul Pfingst, urged U.S. District Judge Thomas Whelan to be lenient on Hunter, noting his service in the Marines, as well his contributions in Congress, arguing that “on balance, Duncan Hunter has contributed much to his country, his constituents and his children.”

The White House also cited Hunter’s military service in announcing the pardon, noting that Hunter “has dedicated much of his adult life to public service” and was inspired to enlist in the Marines following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, serving combat duty in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Assistant U.S. attorney Phillip Halpern said during the sentencing hearing that Hunter “abused his position from the very beginning” of his political career, noting that the misuse of campaign funds began in 2009.

Prosecutors argued in court papers that the Hunters were “virtually penniless” and amid dire financial straits, resorted to using campaign credit cards to support “a profligate lifestyle leading to continual debt and an ever-increasing need to find cash to pay bills.”

Despite the family bank account not carrying a positive balance throughout any single month between 200 and 2017, prosecutors said the family lived extravagantly, racking up thousands on expensive family trips and scores of other improper personal purchases, according to the memorandum.

It was also alleged that Hunter used campaign funds to pursue extramarital affairs and repeatedly used campaign credit cards or sought reimbursement for expenses that included resort hotel rooms, airfare, a skiing trip and Uber rides to and from the homes of five women with whom he had “intimate relationships.”

He also gave his wife a campaign credit card despite her

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having no official role in the campaign, until he later hired her as campaign manager amid protests from members of his staff, according to the prosecution’s court filings.

Hunter, a Republican who represented California’s 52nd congressional district from 200 -2013 and 50th congressional district from 2013-2020, had planned to seek another term. He resigned from Congress in January.

He repeatedly and publicly denied wrongdoing and accused the U.S. Attorney’s Office of a politically motivated prosecution.

Amid the charges and public allegations, Hunter was reelected in November 2018 with 51.7 of the vote, despite being indicted three months before. He was first elected in 2008, succeeding his father, who held the congressional seat for 28 years.

This Dec. , 19, file photo shows California Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter leaving federal court in San Diego.

Hunter submitted his resignation Tuesday, Jan. , , effective Jan. 13, after pleading guilty to a corruption charge, leaving one of the Republican’s few remaining House seats in heavily Democratic California. Hunter received a full pardon Tuesday, Dec. , from President Donald Trump. photo

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Does Jesus use Lincoln Logs?

Zachary Elliott SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

If you’re over the age of 35, you’ll have fond memories of Lincoln Logs. The classic toy was one of my favorites. Just thinking about it makes me a little nostalgic. I loved them.

Now I don’t want to brag, but I built some of the coolest forts for my little plastic cowboys and Indians. Of course, there was always an occasional green army man

here and there. All of them were poised and ready for the rubber bands that were sure to rain down from on high.

The battles that ensued around my Lincoln Log forts were fierce and deadly. Oh, those were the days. Fortnight has nothing on Lincoln Logs.

To a young boy, they were built to be destroyed. That was the fun of it. But there’s something that Jesus is building that’s not meant to be destroyed. That’s you.

The church, God’s people, is his plan A. There is no plan B. Along with every believer in Jesus, you are being built into a spiritual house that will last for all eternity. It is a living, breathing and supernatural powerhouse that will never be destroyed.

1 Peter 2:4- teaches, As you come to him, the living stone – rejected by humans but chosen

by God and precious to him – you

also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.”

From this passage, we learn the three things God is building in you that can never be destroyed.

God is building you into his holy priesthood.

Under the Old Testament law, the only people who could come close to God were priests. That all changed when Jesus died on the cross and rose from the grave. The veil was torn, and now we have full access, through Jesus, into the presence of God. Hebrews 4:14, 1 said, Since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess… Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace

to help us in our time of need.”

A priest is one who is responsible for serving the Lord and to minister to his people. God is building you up, like a living stone, to be his servant to the whole world. His kingdom of priests will never be put to shame or rejected by him.

God is building you into someone who worships him.

What does it mean when the Bible says that we offer spiritual sacrifices” to God Simply, it means that your whole life is to be an act of worship for God’s glory.

Romans 12:1 tells us, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God – this is your true and proper worship.”

As a holy priest (servant) of God, your primary responsibility is to worship Jesus with your life.

This is what God wants to build in and through you. The Bible

teaches us that Jesus will receive worship for all eternity. He wants you to start now.

God is making you into a li in , breathin , worshipin machine, one who continually displays his glory and goodness.

What’s the difference between what God builds and what I built with Lincoln Logs? One is eternal, and one lasts for about 10 minutes.

Never take for granted what God is doing and what he wants to do in and through you. It’s here we find a purpose that lasts for eternity. It doesn’t age out like Lincoln Logs. achary lli tt is the lead ast r si n hristian h rch in emec la. r m re in rmati n visit htt s . si nchristianch rch.c m, htt .enc ra ementt day.tv r nd them n nsta ram.

Learn from Congregation B’nai Chaim: Moving past the pain of trauma

Rabbi Emily JK Holtzman SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Though his storyline is the single longest individual narrative in the Torah, I have never been a huge fan of Joseph. You know, that strapping young lad who even has his own Broadway musical? It was not until this year that I began feeling empathy for Joseph.

At the end of the story last week,

Joseph has ust accused Ben amin, the youngest brother, of stealing a goblet. This week, Parsha Vayigash in Genesis 44:18-47:27 opens with Judah pleading for Benjamin to be allowed to come home with them. Finally Joseph cannot control himself any longer and orders everyone but his brothers out of the room. Only then does he reveal his true identity and inquires about the well-being of his father.

The last time Joseph saw his brothers was when he was 17 and they had just thrown him into a pit. Joseph is going through the spectrum of emotions in this moment from elated to enraged and back again.

Then Joseph said to his brothers, ‘Come forward to me.’ And when they came forward, he said, I am your brother Joseph, he whom you sold into Egypt,’” in Gen. 45:4.

His brothers are in disbelief.

Though it also seems strange that Joseph is so casually referencing

their past sins.

Rabbi Menchem Mendel of Kotzk asked, “Are these words appropriate for the righteous Joseph Is it fitting when he has ust told them who he is, while all are still crying, that he should remind his brothers of the terrible sin they had committed? Rather, the interpretation of this verse is: ‘I am the same Joseph that I was when you sold me into Egypt. I did not change in this corrupt country, and you, do not have to be afraid that you caused me to become corrupted. I am Joseph your brother – I am fitting to be your brother, the son of Jacob, ust as then, when you sold me into Egypt.’”

Oh look, he’s back – that child who was so annoying that his brothers literally threw him in a pit to die. Why does he choose this moment to remind his brothers of their past behavior? Though it has been many years, the trauma of what happened has stayed with Joseph. It was impossible for him to process what happened to him

as he was sent to live in a foreign land – completely disconnected from his former life.

Until this moment we do not know about Joseph’s internal narrative. But the interpretation is that though he has been through many trials in Egypt at his core he is still the same.

He seems genuinely sad in this moment – it’s bittersweet. His family reunion has surfaced feelings which he might not have had acknowledged for decades. Yet, the feelings all come rushing back when he is face to face with his brothers again.

No matter how far we try to run or how many snacks we eat or how many TV shows we try to watch to numb it out, our pain and our trauma will eventually catch up to us. It follows us wherever we go.

It is not our job to forget the pain, but we have to try and transcend it.

It is our job to take responsibility for the weight the trauma bears in our lives. We learn to live with it and move forward. We all carry

around memories from our past lives, but we can control how they manifest in the present. We can choose if this is the moment to bring up that thing you said that cut me deep? Or is it time to be together in the present and enjoy each other’s company while we have it.

We have the power to decide when we are confronted with situations that trigger us how we are going to react. And that power allows us to live each and every moment of our lives with authenticity. If we hold on to everything, like Joseph did for so many years, then it catches us off guard.

Let’s try and acknowledge the pain as we move forward and allow ourselves to be free of its restrictions. Shabbat Shalom and have a peaceful Sabbath. n re ati n nai haim is l cated at Via rincesa in rrieta. r m re in rmati n visit .bnaichaim.c m or htt s . aceb .c m n re ati n nai haim .

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Anza Living Hope Church, High Country Youth Center hosts free Christmas dinner Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

The High Country Youth Center, Anza Living Hope Church and dozens of volunteers sponsored a free Christmas dinner with all the fixings in a drive-thru event Friday, Dec. 25, at the Anza Community Hall. see page AVO-3

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Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

With the end of 2020, the Anza Valley Outlook presents an excerpt from the top story of each month

from the past year.

“A nza’s real-life cowboys and cowgirls wrangle calves” The bawling of calves, the thunder of horse’s hooves, clouds of dust and the cowboys and cowgirls

with their mounts were on display Sunday, Jan. 26. The old holding pens off state Route 371 by the Cahuilla motocross track came alive with time-honored, real-life action as the cattle were crowded

into sturdy corrals and calves separated from the herd. Clouds of dust erupted as the young see 2020, page AVO-4

Anza Baptist Church presents outdoor living Nativity scenes for Christmas

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Enjoy photographer Jesse Hernandez’s birds

Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Members of the Anza First Southern Baptist Church donned costumes for living Nativity scenes to honor and celebrate the birth of Jesus, Saturday, Dec. 1 .

Live actors and even animals took part in the special event that took place at the church in Anza.

“It was a chilly evening but quite a few people came out,” Renette Davies said. “Some stayed a while and enjoyed visiting while sitting around a propane campfire pit in the church parking lot, enjoying candy canes and cocoa.”

Kayte Gorino, event coordinator, estimated that about 100 people attended the Christmas celebration.

The Nativity scenes took months

Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Aguanga resident Jesse Hernandez is fascinated with photography and especially feathered and colorful subjects. Birds are a common theme in his work, and he captured several images of the sometimes shy and hard to find creatures.

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Cahuilla Casino donates to KOA toy drive Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

After weeks of collecting new toys for the Kids of Anza toy drive, Daniel Salgado, chairman of the Cahuilla Tribal Council, and Santa Claus presented the gifts to Russell Kitchen and Susie Rodriguez of KOA Monday, Dec. 21.

The Cahuilla Casino collected the new toys through a special promotion at the casino.

“We want to thank Cahuilla Casino and their employees for the toy drive held on behalf of the KOA, along with the businesses in town that allowed us to place donation boxes and Christina James with From the Heart Women’s Ministries for their donations,” Kitchen said.

He honored two members of KOA, Rodriguez and Niel Fredberg, for their work in 2020.

“I would also like to recognize Susie Rodriguez as KOA Employee of the Year and Niel see DRIVE, page AVO-6

Daniel Salgado, chairman of the Cahuilla Tribal Council, left, Santa and Russell Kitchen of Kids of Anza celebrate the collection of many toys for needy children by the Cahuilla Casino Monday, Dec. 21.

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

Hamilton Museum – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays at 3 1 Contreras Road in Anza. For more information, call 51-7 3-1350 or visit http:// www.hamiltonmuseum.org. Find them on Facebook at “HamiltonMuseum-and-Ranch-Foundation.”

Health, exercise, resources and recovery meetings Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 6 p.m. Every Tuesday at Shepherd Of The Valley Church, 5 0 5 Pena Road, in Anza. Open participation.

Veterans’ Gathering Mondays – -11 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3 075 Contreras Road, in Anza. Men and women veterans come to share and help each other deal with posttraumatic stress disorder and other difficulties. Call John Sheehan at 51- 23- 153. If you need an advocate to help with VA benefits, call Ronnie Imel at 51- 5 - 884.

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

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

Meetings take place Thursdays at 3 551 Kirby Road in Anza, south of Highway 371.

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 5 0 5 Pena Road in Anza.

For more information, call 517 3-422 .

Bereaved Parents of the USA – The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 4 10 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 51-551-282 .

Free Mobile Health Clinic – Open every third Wednesday of the month from a.m. to 2 p.m.

No appointment is needed. Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

Medication Assistance and Treatment for Opioid Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call 51-7 3475 .

Food ministries F.U.N. Group weekly food ministry – Deliveries arrive noon Thursdays at the Anza Community Hall. To order a paid box and help feed those who can’t afford to pay, drop off payment and cash donations by Thursday at

1:30 p.m., to ERA Excel Realty, 5 070 Highway 371, in Anza. Pay inside or drop off during the day in the red box outside. To drop it off, put name and re uest on an envelope with payment inside. A 30 box has about 100 worth of food and feeds six people. Half boxes are available for 15. Food is delivered once a week to those who cannot find a ride. For more information, call Bill Donahue at 51-288-0 03.

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner – 1 p.m.

Dinners are held the last Sunday of the month at the Anza Community Hall. All are welcome. Donations of time, money, etc. are always welcome.

Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m.

The food bank hands out food the last Friday of the month until the food is gone. The clothes closet will be open too. Emergency food handed out as needed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. FFF is a non-denominational nonprofit. All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 51-7 3-5 3 .

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

Priesthood/Relief Society meets noon; Wednesday Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 51-445-7180 or Nathan at 7 0-3 -0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 3 075 Contreras Road in Anza.

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

For more information, call Nella Heredia at 51-7 3-085 .

Living Hope Bible Study – 8-10 a.m. Tuesdays at Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 58050 Highway 371, in Anza. All are welcome. For more information, call Pastor Kevin at 51-7 3-1111.

Anza RV Clubhouse – 7 p.m., the second Wednesday of the Month, Pastor Kevin officiates at 415 0 Terwilliger Road in Anza.

Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – a.m. Breakfast takes place the fourth Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff Crawley at 517 3-1257 for more information.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church – 10 a.m. Weekly Wednesday Bible study takes place at 5 0 5 Pena Road in Anza. Call 51-7 3-422 for more information.

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

For more information, call 517 3-4 22.

Anza First Southern Baptist Church – a.m. The church offers Sunday school for all ages with a 10:30 a.m. worship service and 6 p.m. for prayer and Bible study. Youth ministry meets Mondays from -8 p.m. The women’s Bible study meets Thursdays at

10 a.m., but it is on hiatus through the summer. Celebrate Recovery meets Fridays; doors open at 5:30 p.m. with large group meeting, -7 p.m.; small group share, 7-8 p.m. and Cross Talk Cafe, 8-8:30 p.m.

Church is located at 3 200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza. For more information, contact at 51-7 34 37, anzabptistchurch@gmail. com or http://www.anzabaptistchurch.com.

Clubs TOPS Meeting – Take Off Pounds Sensibly support group meets Wednesdays weekly. Weigh in at 8:30 a.m., meeting at 8:45 a.m. at Thompson Hall at the Anza Baptist Church, 3 200 Rolling Hills Road, in Anza. For more information, visit http://www.

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High Country Recreation – Second Monday of the month attend committee meetings at ERA Excel Realty in Anza. For more information, call Albert Rodriguez at 51-4 2-1 24 or Robyn Garrison at 805-312-03 .

HCR Bingo fundraisers – :30- :30 p.m. second and fourth Fridays at Anza Community Hall.

Anza Valley VFW Post 1873 – Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post, the Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 5 011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 3 0433. Re uest monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@gmail.com. For more information, call 51-7 3443 or visit http: vfw1873.org.

High Country 4-H Club – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 1 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 51- 3-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – 1 p.m. Meetings are third Saturday of each month at various locations.

Share art, ideas and participate in shows. Guests speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 51- 28-1248. Find helpful art tips at http://www.facebook.com/ AnzaValleyArtists/.

Anza Quilter’s Club – :30 a.m. to noon. Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 5 0 5 Pena Road, in Anza.

Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. Guest meetings with dinner are held 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at Anza Valley VFW Post 1873, 5 011 Bailey Road, in Anza.

Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club website, http://www.anzalionsclub.org. For more information, call president Michele Brown at 7 0- 37- 173.

Boy Scouts Troop 319 – Cub Scouts meet 6 p.m. every Tuesday, and Boy Scouts meet 7 p.m. every Wednesday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Contreras Road, south of state Route 371, in Anza. For more information, call Richard Hotchkiss at 51-551-3154.

Boys Scouts Troop 371 – Boy Scouts meet at Lake Riverside Estates. For more information, call Ginny Kinser at 0 -702-7 02.

Civil Air Patrol – S uadron 5 is looking for new members of all ages. For more information, call squadron commander Maj. Dennis Sheehan from the Anza area at 51-403-4 40. To learn more and see the club’s meeting schedule, visit http: www.s uadron5 .org.

Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 2 on state Route 371 in Anza. Call 517 3-5 11 for information.

Redshank Riders – 7 p.m.

Backcountry horsemen meet at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza, the second Thursday of each month. Visit http://www. redshankriders.com or call Carol Schmuhl for membership information at 51- 3- 7 3.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the first Thursday of the month at Valley Gospel Chapel, 43275 Chapman Road in Anza.

The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon. Contact Carol Wright at 51-7 3-2884 for more information.

Organizations Terwilliger Community Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 5 011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all. For more information, call Tonie Ford at 51-7 3-45 0.

From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon.

Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 5 0 5 Pena Road, in Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission.

Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 51-5 5-2400.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m.

General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Memberships cost $20 per person or $35 per business, and both get one vote. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets. Voting members receive discounts off hall rentals, swap meet booths and save on propane gas from Farrell Gas. Mail membership to: Anza Community Building Inc. at P.O. Box 3 00 1, Anza, CA 253 . The hall is located at 56630 Highway 371 in Anza. Swap meet held each Saturday of the month, weather permitting, early morning to 1 p.m. Vendors wanted. For more information, call 51-282-42 7.

Anza Valley Municipal Advisory Council – 7 p.m. Second Wednesday of each odd month at Anza Community Hall. Group serves as local liaisons to the county from the community. For more information, call 51-805- 800.

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

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Anza Living Hope Church, High Country Youth Center hosts free Christmas dinner at Community Hall

Santa and Mrs. Claus welcome participants in the Christmas drive-thru dinner offered at the Anza Community Hall Friday, Dec. 25.

Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

The High Country Youth Center, Anza Living Hope Church and dozens of volunteers sponsored a free Christmas dinner with all the fixings in a drive-thru event Friday, Dec. 25, at the Anza Community Hall.

Individually packaged meals were distributed, as Santa and Mrs.

Claus were on hand to greet participants, hand out goodies and spread good cheer.

The dinners included turkey with fixings, pie, cookies, cocoa and candy. Over 200 meals were served.

The Cahuilla Casino and Hotel donated $500 to help buy food and a bounty of volunteers cooked turkeys for the dinner, as well as served up portions and organized

Volunteers hand out complete holiday meals at the Anza Community Hall.

the meals.

The Anza Community Hall is available to rent for special occasions such as weddings, quinceaneras, parties and more. The Anza swap meet takes place in the Community Hall’s parking lot.

In times of emergencies, such as power outages and fires, the Community Hall is a meeting place for people to obtain information

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and supplies. The Friends Uniting Neighbors Group and Fishes and Loaves ministries use the Hall to distribute free food and meals.

Currently all COVID 1 safety protocals are being observed.

Community Hall board meetings are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. The next open meeting will be Thursday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m.

Anyone interested in becoming a member of the Anza Community Building Inc. can call 51-4280 01.

For more information, visit the Community Hall on Facebook or http://www.anzacommunitybuilding.org/.

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

Winter is approaching: a reminder to recreate responsibly in National Forests SAN BERNARDINO – With winter just around the corner, all visitors to California’s National Forests should continue to plan ahead before visiting and recreate responsibly once there. Early snowfall has already begun on some forests and road conditions will begin to impact access so visitors should ensure that their vehicle is snow ready before they go.

Visitors are encouraged to view the Recreate Responsibly Winter Toolkit, which provides resources on planning ahead, weather conditions, avalanche awareness and Leave No Trace principles. Addi-

tionally, a Spanish version of the toolkit can be found online as well.

A web map was developed to help visitors find out which recreation areas are open on nearby forests, including campgrounds, day use sites and trails on National Forests in California. View the GIS map for winter updates at https:// go.usa.gov/xwurX. Follow the posted campfire, parking and camping restrictions.

Be prepared to find alternative areas if your trail or campground is full. Additionally, note that fireworks are not permitted on any National Forest.

The Forest Service continues to recommend that residents not travel long distances to recreate and, again, check with the local National Forest before visiting. If anyone is feeling sick, they should remain at home and plan the trip for another time. All visitors should practice self-sufficiency during their visits to national forests. Recreating responsibly will help ensure that expanded access to recreational facilities, services, and opportunities continues. Responsible recreation practices should be maintained at all times, including:

Research winter road conditions and make sure your vehicle is snow ready; Maintaining at least 6 feet distancing from others; Do not gather in groups and please follow the latest guidance from officials; Communicate with others as you pass. Alert trail users of your presence and step aside to let others pass; Pack out your trash and leave with everything you bring in and use, and all services may not be available, so plan accordingly.

The Forest Service manages

18 National Forests in the Pacific Southwest Region, which encompasses over 20 million acres across California, and assists State and Private forest landowners in California, Hawaii and the U.S. Affiliated Pacific Islands. National forests supply 50% of the water in California and form the watershed of most major aqueducts and more than 2,400 reservoirs throughout the state. For more information, visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/R5.

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“Seeing that our regular indoor celebrations would not work, the obvious solution was to use the openness of the outdoors. Thus, the idea of presenting a living Nativity began,” Gorino said.

For the event, guests were invited to travel to Bethlehem and view the presentation orchestrated by a cast of over 35 participants.

It depicted five different biblical scenes surrounding the birth of Jesus.

As carols played in the background, the outdoor, self-guided tour was blessed with crisp but unusually calm weather for December in Anza.

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My prayer is that the hope and peace that was given to us on that first Christmas stays with you all year long.”

For more information on the Anza First Southern Baptist Church, visit them on Facebook.

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Steve Sieke prepares to rope a calf at the branding roundup Sunday, Jan. 26, in Anza.

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2020 from animals were roped, subdued, examined and given vaccinations, worming medication and branded.

“Eagle nests in Anza Valley” A bald eagle was seen and photographed in the Anza Valley by Breana Schmidt Friday, Feb. 14.

The female, called K-02 because of the identification tag she wears, came from Santa Catalina Island as part of the captive breeding program headquartered there.

When the orange wing tag with the No. 02 was spotted on the eagle, it didn’t take long to track her back to the program. According to Peter B. Sharpe, Ph.D., in his report to the Carlsbad Fish and Wildlife Service Office, Restoration and Management of Bald Eagles on Santa Catalina Island, California, 2006,” the bird’s history has been carefully documented.

“Fifth annual Bulldog Revival and ABA/AMA Iron Dog Event” The fifth annual Bulldog Revival and ABA/AMA IronDog Event was held Friday, March 6, through Sunday, March 8, hosted by Maximum Power Kennels in Aguanga.

Under partly cloudy skies, bully breed dogs participated in the American Bulldog Association and American Molosser Association sanctioned event. Working classes, conformation judging and Iron Dog competition events entertained for the three days. The canine event featured ACAL-ATAN judging.

The organization performs all-

breed temperament and working tests based on European standard tests designed for dogs of all levels of training.

“Anza residents show personal style during ‘cover your face’ order” Dr. Cameron Kaiser, public health officer of Riverside County, ordered all residents to cover their faces when leaving home, Saturday, April 4, to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Anza residents have faithfully, if not enthusiastically, obeyed the order.

From stylish face masks to paper coverings and trusty bandannas, locals can be seen sporting their own form of coronavirus protection when out in public. Kaiser said despite previous requests from county officials for residents to socially distance, cover their faces and stay home.

“Hamilton High School honors 2020 graduates” In this photo essay, decorated cars delivered graduating seniors to the special drive-up Hamilton High School Graduation Commencement Friday, May 15. Seniors made their way up the sidewalk to the staging area at the special drive-up Hamilton High School Graduation Commencement. Face masks were required until seniors walked across the stage; they were spaced 6 feet apart.

“From the Heart Scholarship winners announced” From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries announced the

Eagle K-02 is seen hunting in Anza, Feb. 14.

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Carter, age 13, holds Vegas Escape, a three-month-old French bulldog and her winning ribbon at the fifth annual Bulldog Revival and ABA/AMA Iron Dog Event in Aguanga, March 6-8.

Marcy Budrovic and her father Ed are ready for errands Saturday, April 4.

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winners of their annual laptop computer and financial scholarship awards Friday, May 22. Local high school seniors were eligible for the awards.

Computer scholarship recipients were Adriana Rivera and Dystany Hodges. Megan Necochea received $500 from the Mariah Garcia Scholarship, and the $500 From The Heart scholarship was awarded to Lydia Adams. The awards were announced virtually and results posted on social media. The charitable group has been offering new laptop computers since 2007 and financial scholarships beginning in 200 .

“We are so very proud of our senior class,” Christina James, president of From the Heart, said. “We at FTH are so very proud of each and every graduate. We know that it wasn’t exactly an easy senior year.

We also know that you are the first class to go through anything like this, so you have bragging rights.

The way that you handle situations like these will be the way that you handle life. You have two choices.

Work through it and know it’s all going to be fine, or let it break you down. We feel that you’ve handled it beautifully. Congrats to all of the scholarship recipients. Each and every one of you are more than deserving. We can’t wait to see what life has in store for you.”

“ACIL hosts family friendly ‘Welcome Back America’ celebration in Minor Park” The Anza Civic Improvement League hosted the “Welcome Back America” celebration in Minor Park Saturday, July 4. The event offered two live bands, vendors, the Thimble Club’s traditional pancake breakfast, Friends Uniting Neighbor’s Group barbecue, horseshoe games, children’s playground and more. Social distancing and masks were recommended by ACIL board members for all those attending the event. Many people gathered in family groups and removed their masks for photos and eating. The band Cowboy Bang Bang performed after Cody Wild from San Diego started the day’s musical entertainment with 70s rock favorites.

“I arrived late in the day, but there was still music and lunch being served,” Edi Kandel said. “I wanted to go and see people out and about enjoying themselves. A bit of normalcy if you will. I’m so glad I did.”

“Parade brings hope to Sacha” Friends, neighbors and wellwishers gathered in a scenic location in Aguanga for a parade Sunday, Aug. 23, to show support for local artist Sacha Hope, who was diagnosed with breast cancer.

The gathering, organized by Susan Thompson and Leanne Lien, was a surprise for Hope. Her husband, Trond Hildahl, arranged to have her present, and she said she was completely overcome with emotion and awe for the outpouring of support.

“So I was given a big surprise this morning. Many of my local community banded together in a ‘Hugs For Sacha Parade,’” she said on her Facebook page. “They all kept it a big secret and drove around our little area honking and displaying signs of support. Tears were shed, and oh so many air hugs and waves. I have so missed these faces over the last six months of this battle with cancer. This amazing group of families and friends has been such a support to me and the love in their eyes was almost too much to handle.”

“Women repaint road signs” Hand painted road signs, which were originally donated by Susan Eyer-Anderson in 2017, are getting maintenance and care, thanks to a trio of local women. Shannon Edmondson, Michelle Aarvig and Carletta Gordon-Stokes have adopted the unique boards. They began work on the Cary Road sign see YEAR, page AVO-5

Seniors stage at 6-foot intervals at the special drive-up Hamilton High School Graduation Commencement Friday, May 15.

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Lydia Jean Adams tries to contain her emotions at the special drive-up Hamilton High School Graduation Commencement Friday, May 15.

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From left, Myrna Hawthorn, Reba Schultz, Phil and Paola Canaday, Vanessa Sayers and Clare Beach prepare the Thimble Club’s pancake breakfast at the Anza Civic Improvement League’s “Welcome Back America” festivities in Minor Park Saturday, July 4.

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Colorful signs spread cheer during the surprise parade for local artist Sacha Hope Sunday, Aug. 23.

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Overcome with emotion, Sacha Hope leans into her husband Trond Hildahl at a parade in her honor Sunday, Aug. 23.

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Michelle Aarvig, left, Shannon Edmundson and Carletta GordonStokes take a break from touching up and sealing the Susan EyerAnderson Cary road sign Saturday, Sept. 19.

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YEAR from page Saturday, Sept. 1 , touching up the images and sealing the paint against the coming winter weather.

“We wanted to maintain the beautiful artwork that Susan EyerAnderson donated to our little town of Anza,” Edmondson said. “We decided to adopt a sign.”

Eyer-Anderson was well known as the “Anza Phantom Artist” that created and secretly installed signs all over Anza in 2017. The signs featured the town and street names,

complete with horse, sunset and patriotic images.

“Anza celebrates Halloween” Halloween did not disappoint Anza Valley residents for 2020, pandemic notwithstanding. The celebration was planned to coordinate with current health orders during the festive annual celebration Saturday, Oct. 31. Community businesses and organizations hosted trunk or treats, handed out candy and food and helped organize the Movie in the Park after the trick or treating was over. Masked

A sunflower scarecrow in costume attends events in Anza on Halloween Anza Valley Outlook/ Diane Sieke r photo evening Saturday, Oct. 31.

This child in a robot costume with flashing lights is a hit at the events in Anza on Halloween Saturday, Oct. 31.

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and costumed trick or treaters participated in a drive-thru trunk or treat event at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza

by Minor Park. Hotdogs, chips and drinks were served, and Gerilyn Mellin crafted Halloween-themed balloon creations for visitors.

“Poll workers assist voters in Anza” Anza residents descended upon the Anza Public Library polling place to vote in person Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters both young and old participated in the election, some registering and voting for the first time. Longtime poll workers Annie Ashby and Donna Bradley, among other familiar faces, assisted voters, distributing ballots, assigning voting machines, signing people in and registering others to vote.

“Jordan from the Pizza Factory provided free pizzas for the polling personnel,” Bradley said. “I want to thank Hamilton Library for providing the location and use of the high school facilities.”

Polling place workers sealed the ballot boxes at 8 p.m. and spent additional hours packing, cleaning and securing the ballots for transport to Riverside to be tallied.

Riverside County sheriff’s deputies received the boxes at each polling place and released them to personnel at the county Registrar of Voters upon arrival.

“Riverside County Sheriff’s Department dedicates Mountain Station” The long-awaited dedication of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Mountain Station took place Monday, Dec. 7, at the facility near Lake Hemet in Mountain Center.

Riverside County Sheriff’s Capt.

Leonard Purvis opened the event with the Pledge of Allegiance. A

Longtime poll worker Annie Ashby hands out voting materials at the Anza Public Library polling place Tuesday, Nov. 3.

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chaplain gave a benediction, before Purvis offered a brief description of the building and its intent. The station is staffed with eight deputies to cover days and nights seven days a week. There will be one community service officer available at the station from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Two sergeants will be based at the station, and eight vehicles stationed

there to support the staff. Deputies who live in the mountain communities will staff the station.

“This will lessen response times and provide the community with familiar faces to assist them,” Purvis said.

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

Mounted posse members stand by at the dedication of the Mountain Station near Lake Hemet in Mountain Center Monday, Dec. 7.

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Idyllwild Grinding Facility closes temporarily IDYLLWILD – Due to staffing demands, as of Dec. 18, the Idyllwild Grinding Facility is closed to all customers. The facility will reopen as soon as possible.

While the Idyllwild Grinding Facility is closed, there are several alternative facilities available in Riverside County.

B.P. John Recycling – located at 28700 Matthews Road in Menifee – remains open and may be used as an alternate disposal location for bark beetle infested green waste loads. Customers must inform the facility upon arrival.

The Lamb Canyon landfill – located at 1 411 Lamb Canyon Road in Beaumont – is another site that remains open and may also be used as an alternate disposal location.

Additional information may be found at http://www.rcwaste.org/ Idyllwild-Grinding.

Contact assistant general manager Sandra Green at 51-48 325 or sgreen@rivco.org with any comments or concerns.

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Love you all – Lee Hulsey, Local Fallbrook Author

A Beautiful Work of Art, Our Flag

The Flag could only be American.

It could only be red, white and blue!

Betsy Ross knew what to do!

Sometimes our Flag is very still, not moving.

Patiently waiting for a breeze.

The wind comes so we may see the Flag in her Glory.

Waving to all of us and shouting, “We are free!! We are free!!”

Thank God we are free!

Always there. Always faithful.

If only we could be like the Flag.

Always there, always faithful.

God will not let it ever be destroyed!

It is our history and it is our future.

The Flag is part of our landscape.

We plant it in our yards where it belongs.

With the beautiful oak trees and California peppers.

And of course, with all the beautiful flowers we see.

Let’s not forget who to thank the most.

Our Betsy Ross of course!

We thank you, for your perseverance, For your love of the Flag!

The world will always be grateful.

Your legacy is the beautiful Art of the Flag you created.

It will last for so many generations to enjoy, No matter gender, color or creed.

We will parade it down all the streets of time.

Our Flag will be there for all to see.

It belongs to everyone.

With our Flag we are connected as one.

Written in 2018 for Veterans on Veterans Day

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Enjoy photographer Jesse Hernandez’s birds Diane Sieker STAFF WRITER

Aguanga resident Jesse Hernandez is fascinated with photography and especially feathered and colorful subjects. Birds are a common theme in his work, and he captured several images of the sometimes shy and hard to find creatures.

“I have been doing photography for almost 20 years now,” Hernandez said. “I originally started out drawing when I was in my younger years. Over time, my hands have become weary of drawing and I will eventually get back into it, but I have developed a big passion for photography.”

Some of his images have been featured in local newspapers and on social media. He said he hopes to continue to present his photographs to a welcoming and encouraging community.

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

A roadrunner fluffs its feathers as it hunts for lizards.

A close-up of a turkey’s face shows the red wattles and pretty colors of Anza Valley Outlook/ Jesse Hernandez photos the bird.

A Great Blue Heron stalks among the growth at the water’s edge.

A swan snoozes on the shore.

Song birds are one of Hernandez’s favorite subjects.

Groups of gulls collect on a roof, unconcerned with the owl decoupage designed to chase them away.

DRIVE from page Fredberg as KOA Supervisor of the Year. We cannot do this without their hard work and dedication,” Kitchen said.

To learn more about the Kids of Anza, visit them on Facebook.

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

Russell Kitchen and Susie Rodriguez of Kids of Anza pose with Santa with the pile of toys donated to the KOA by the Cahuilla Casino.

Piles of toys are donated to the Kids of Anza by the Cahuilla Casino.

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An honest 2020 election is still possible Jan. 6

Harold W. Pease, Ph.D. SPECIAL TO ANZA VALLEY OUTLOOK

Even with the most political censorship in U.S. History people of integrity know that the 2020 presidential election was the most fraudulent in our history.

Opponents first said, Show us the evidence.” When shown, they next admitted, “OK, there was fraud but not enough to change the outcome.” When hundreds of whistleblowers, many Democrats, surfaced and millions of Americans viewed captured videos of filmed corruption in nightly news broadcasts showing otherwise, that lie evaporated. Thousands either participated in it or witnessed it.

When corruption could no longer be denied the narrative changed to, “It is too late to do anything about it. Accept the election.” But if you accept fraud in any degree, aren’t

you participating in it?

This election is no longer about Joe Biden and Donald Trump but is about the integrity of every American. Sadly the U.S. Supreme Court bought the line that it was too late and themselves violated the Constitution by refusing to hear the evidence presented by Texas and seven other states. States suing other states have no other recourse than the Supreme Court.

They damaged the Constitution by effectively removing this portion out of the document. If eight states and the president have “no standing” who does? No one.

We were told the Supreme Court was the last deliberative body that could address this election. The people were left with two bad choices, accept fraudulency or revolt. These justices, unless they accept one of several cases still pending, especially Pennsylvania, will stand in infamy as the worst in U.S. history because they should have resolved the issue but didn’t.

Fortunately, the Constitution gives us yet another option for an honest and free 2020 presidential election.

Presumably the president of the Senate, Vice President Mike Pence, has received all certified election results from all states due Dec. 23, as required by federal law. This step is followed Jan. 6 by a joint meeting of Congress to count and declare a winner. In this meeting, the electors of any state can be challenged by legislators of either body.

At this point the process follows

The Election Count Act of 1887 as follows: “Objections to individual state returns must be made in writing by at least one Member each of the Senate and House of Representatives. If an objection meets these requirements, the joint session recesses and the two houses separate and debate the question in their respective chambers for a maximum of two hours. The two houses then vote separately to accept or reject the objection. They then reassemble in joint session and announce the results of their respective votes,” according to Constitution Daily, Dec. 15, 2020,

by Scott Bomboy.

Because of widespread election fraud several members of the House have announced their intention to object to the election results of at least Georgia, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan and perhaps Arizona and Nevada as well. A change in three would change the Nov. 3 outcome. Senators objecting are yet to be announced.

Results from each state must be considered and resolved individually before proceeding alphabetically to the next state beginning with Alaska than Arizona, and so on. Objections require Congress to separate for two hours of debate in each body and in each state objected to before rejoining with results – perhaps six times. If so, the 2020 presidential election could take several days.

Since seven of these state legislatures, including New Mexico,

forwarded two slates of electors to the Electoral College, one for each candidate, Congress is forced to decide which is the legitimate count, or neither. Section 2 of the Electoral Count Act requires each state to have conducted its election obedient to existing state and federal law. Most of these states arbitrarily changed the law ignoring standing law and their state legislatures who made that law. It also required disputes regarding what would be submitted to the Electoral College Dec. 8, to be resolved “at least six days before the electors vote,” Dec. 14, according to U.S. Senate Manuel of June 25, 1 48, ch. 44, 2 Stat. 73. This deadline, Dec. 8, extended to them “safe harbor” status, because they had followed the law and there was no dispute as to electors voting for them, Congress would not reject their electoral voters. Since most of the contending states cannot claim “safe harbor” protection, forcing Congress to be in effect an arbitrator, they invite being thrown out.

It is not without precedent, Democrats used the Electoral Count Act in January 2005 in an unsuccessful attempt to throw out Ohio’s electoral votes for George W. Bush.

Democrats, Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones and Sen. Barbara Boxer each objected alleging “they were not in all known circumstances regularly given.” Regularly given encompass corruption, fraud or “may also include situations where the elector did not vote in accordance

with applicable constitutional and statutory requirements,” according to WikiLeaks, The Electoral Count Act, “Regularly given.”

Today actual fraud has been viewed by millions in televised news clips and testimonies of hundreds of whistleblowers. Moreover, Democrats have not denied that they did not follow existing law, which The Election Count Act of 1887 re uires for seating their electors. So if there remains any integrity in the House of Representatives they, with the Senate, will reject the electors gaining position due to fraud.

Forget political party. Integrity is more important. State legislatures honored the Constitution in rejecting the fraudulent electors in their states, sending in a second slate of delegates not elected by illegal ballots. Will Congress seat them? We should have enough integrity in Congress to easily have vast ma orities in both houses; but do we? We will see Jan. 6. The Constitution gives people with integrity one more option for an honest 2020 election.

Harold W. Pease is a syndicated columnist and an expert on the United States Constitution. He has dedicated his career to studying the writings of the Founding Fathers and to appl ying that knowledge to current events. He taught history and pol itical science from this pe rspe ctive for over 30 years at Taft College. To read more of his weekly articles, visit http://www.

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Registrant: Amada Rivera, Secretary tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 11/25/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3270 PUBLISHED: December 11, 18, 25, 2020, January 1, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012181 The following person s is are doing business as DAK DENTAL MANAGEMENT 28314 Old Town Front St., Temecula, CA 92590 County: Riverside DAK Dental Management, 28314 Old Town Front St., Temecula, CA 92590 This business is conducted by a Corporation This orporation is registered in the state of Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Amada Rivera, Secretary tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 11/25/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3271 PUBLISHED: December 11, 18, 25, 2020, January 1, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012508 The following person s is are doing business as 1. CHERIE AMOUR COMPANY 2. ROOTS HOME AND BODY 3. ROOTS BABY 4. SUGAR AND GLITTER 2691 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92501 Mailing address: 3890 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92502 County: Riverside Cherie Amour Robinson, 2691 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92501 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Cherie Amour Robinson tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 12/07/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3272 PUBLISHED: December 11, 18, 25, 2020, January 1, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012554 The following person s is are doing business as 1. TEMECULA CHIROPRATIC 2. TEMECULA VALLEY CHIROPRACTIC 27450 Ynez Rd, Ste 116, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Donald Curtis Myren Jr, 3730 Nautical Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92008 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on T 1989 declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Donald C. Myren Jr tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 12/08/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3273 PUBLISHED: December 25, 2020, January 1, 8, 15, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012823 The following person s is are doing business as SMOKE EXPRESS inchester d uite , Temecula, alifornia County: Riverside Feras “I” Qumseya, 31308 Strawberry Tree Ln, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Feras “I” Qumseya tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 12/14/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3274 PUBLISHED: December 25, 2020, January 1, 8, 15, 2021

PETITION APPOINT GUARDIAN OF MINOR PETITION FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN AND CONSERVATOR FOR A MINOR CASE Number: PB2020-005096 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY Petitioner: TAMMY AND ROBERT HERNANDEZ In the Matter of Guardianship and Conservatorship of Jackson STONE GOTCHIE, a Minor THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE. Your ri hts a be affe ted A i rta t urt r eedi that affe ts ur rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this notice or the other court papers, contact an attorney for legal advice.

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If you do object to any part of the Petition or Motion that accompanies this ti e u ust le with the court a written objection describing the legal basis for your objection at least three (3) days before the hearing date or you must appear in person or through an attorney at the time and place set forth in the notice of hearing. There is a FEE r li a res se u a t aff rd the ee u a le in advance a Fee Deferral Application to request a payment plan from the Court.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012297 The following person s is are doing business as GONZO RESTORATION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES 264 Dutton St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 Mailing address: P.O. Box 370, Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 County: Riverside Jonathan Elias Gonzalez, 264 Dutton St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Jonathan Elias Gonzalez tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 12/02/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3275 PUBLISHED: PUBLISHED: December 25, 2020, January 1, 8, 15, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202012662 The following person s is are doing business as WHOISBLEST venida rancesca, enifee, a Mailing address: 28319 Avenida Francesca, enifee, a County: Riverside Charles “M” Nolan, 28319 Avenida Francesca, enifee, a This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to ection of the usiness and rofessions ode that the registrant nows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to e ceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Charles “M” Nolan tatement was filed with the ounty ler of Riverside County on 12/09/2020 T T (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON T T T COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN b T , IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF T .

TT BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER , T T , (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3277 PUBLISHED: January 1, 8, 15, 22, 2021

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