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Volume 6

Issue # 7

December, 2016

INSIDE ADVANTAGES OF AN UNCONTESTED DIVORCE Ending a marriage, or any rela�onship for that ma�er, is never a simple process. However, when the soon to be ex-spouses decide to approach the divorce with dignity, compromise, and a level-head, the process can be simpler and less stressful. Page B1

THE CITY OF MENIFEE STARTS THE NEW YEAR WITH A NEW MAYOR. Menifee entered a new chapter at the December 7th city council mee�ng where Neil Winter was sworn in as mayor by City Clerk Sarah Manwaring in front of a pack room. Council members Greg August and Lesa Sobek were also sworn in, retaining their council seats a�er running unopposed in District 1 and District 3. Winter, 63, has never before held public oﬃce. A re�red business execu�ve and 11-year resident of Menifee, He also worked closely with the Menifee Chamber of Commerce. Winter ran his campaign from street corners, a few signs, social media and one small ad in the

Menifee Buzz Newspaper. "I hope we have shown that it doesn't take a great deal of money to run a successful campaign. It just takes a lot of hard work. “ Neil Winter gained the support of the residents, businesses and local poli�cians making him very popular to thousands of votes that helped him beat out incumbent Sco� Mann. Winter a�er being sworn in to the excided crowd of supporters said "I can't tell you how humbled I've been the last few months. I don't do anything tradi�onal, my campaign was really just Deb (his wife) and I. But what we accomplished and the support we got was highly rewarding. Winter will serve a four-year

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CALIFORNIA VOTE LEGALIZING RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA USE: WILL IT BE ALL GOOD! California, a 61.6% November 8, 2016, Democra�c popular vote state will have to cooperate with the 32.8% Republican leadership, at least for the next four years, unless the Electoral College decides otherwise. But there are slim chances of changing the present result. Trump has already started working. The state of California had 17 ballot measures that required the residents’ referendum. All of them were voted Yes. With this result, the state

term. Measure FF was also approved by voters during the Nov. 8, 2016 elec�on. Measure FF passed with a 54.94 percent vote to change the term for mayor from two to four years. Mann has served two terms as mayor and resigned in mid-November a�er losing his seat in the elec�on. Mann agreed to a proposed se�lement with the California Fair Poli�cal Prac�ces Commission for $60,000 in October for campaign fund viola�ons. Congratula�ons to Neil Winter on becoming Menifee newest Mayor, you have our support! Photo’s and Con�nua�on of this story turn to Page A2

PLAN NOW FOR JOB TRAINING THROUGH MSJC’S COMMUNITY EDUCATION & WORKPLACE TRAINING Programs to help prepare to become a pilot, a commercial drone operator or a casino dealer are among the courses oﬀered through Community Educa�on & Workplace Training at Mt. San Jacinto College. Page B6

will be busy shortly days to create legisla�ve rules that will assist in implemen�ng the measures that its residents approved. Among the seventeen ballot measures is Legalizing Recrea�onal Marijuana Use, the highly debated issue. California residents readily support legalizing pot for recrea�onal usage. With this approval, persons of 21 years and older will have access to recrea�onal marijuana. It isn’t all success to residents, but the

state authority will benefit from the new development. The state will start taxing its sale, meaning more revenue collec�on. Is the City of Menifee in the Marijuana deal too? In January 2016, Menifee city council added pot to the list of prohibited drugs when the state gave jurisdic�on to its member ci�es to control their hard drug laws. Conversely, a�er November 8, 2016, elec�on, the city is singing a different tune and will have to accept the voter’s decision. The council is expected to reverse the rules it put in place early this year, and will officially legalize marijuana for recrea�onal usage. The council has not yet given an official statement about the result of Marijuana vote and the way forward. Page A2

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CITY BUZZ WHY SCOTT MANN LOST. The Controversy that lost him the top pick in Menifee’s Mayoral Race. Page B4

LOCAL BUZZ HOLIDAY EVENTS Menorah Ligh�ng Tuesday, December 27 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Page A3

HEALTH BUZZ HOW TO SURVIVE THE HOLIDAYS GUILT-FREE

It is that �me of the year again when we empty our wallets and loosen our belt loops. Where we are berated with all things sugar and carbs and are invited to par�es overﬂowing with booze.

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WINE COUNTY TEMECULA VALLEY ANNUAL BARREL TASTING JANUARY 28 & 29, 2017 11:00AM - 4:00PM Page A7

TECH NEWS HOW TO BACKUP ALL OF YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTOS for Free Online Photos are so beloved that to lose them would crush a person. Hard drives fail all the �me, and losing all your pictures would be heartbreaking.

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CALIFORNIA VOTE LEGALIZING RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA USE: WILL IT BE ALL GOOD!

THE CITY OF MENIFEE STARTS THE NEW YEAR WITH A NEW MAYOR.

In January 2016, Menifee city council added pot to the list of prohibited drugs when the state gave jurisdic�on to its member ci�es to control their hard drug laws. Conversely, after November 8, 2016, elec�on, the

si�on to benefit from pot usage regarding increased tax revenue. But the tax revenue from this par�cular drug may have to return to the local community to support health-improving programs. The consequences of this legaliza�on have not fully been exploited. Perhaps the ci�zens will have to test the first five years of its availability in the market to make a longer las�ng decision. The posi�ve impacts were preached, but nega�ve effects were suppressed. Look here! Marijuana is an expensive drug. Legalizing it means that a few minori�es will pose the drug and will sell it the majority at a high price.

city is singing a different tune and will have to accept the voter’s decision. The council is expected to reverse the rules it put in place early this year, and will officially legalize marijuana for recrea�onal usage. The council has not yet given an official statement about the result of Marijuana vote and the way forward. Before celebra�ng marijuana success, I may have to remind you that it will be taxed. Pot lovers and those using it for the medical purpose will have to bear the cost of taxa�on. Authority is also placed in a good po-

The risk of marijuana business model is that few individuals will have more money from its sale. These individuals and pot clinic/shops will be a security threat. If this will be the case, the city, and local community will have to bear the burden of securing pot shops because they will turn a gold mine that will a�ract high caliber criminals. Pot shops in Menifee will have to increase their security to safeguard their business. Unfortunately, business owners are not yet aware of the risks coming their way.

Is the City of Menifee in the Marijuana deal too?

Lesa Sobek is sworn in for her first full term on the City Council, representing District 3.—Photo: Heather Perry

Neil Winter is sworn in as mayor of Menifee by city clerk Sarah Manwaring. Photo: Heather Perry

Menifee City Council, December 7th 2016 Photo by Teddy Groves—Media on Location

Greg August is sworn in for a second term on the City Council, representing District 1.—Photo: Heather Perry

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ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN! Contribu�ng Writer Nicole Farrell I am very happy to provide this informa�on for our residents, hope this helps you to ﬁnd a place to enjoy a night of entertainment in menifee and the surrounding areas feel free to email me if you want to add or make changes. Nicolefarrell123@hotmail.com or text me 760-807-4300

UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS Tree Ligh�ng Ceremony Saturday, Dec. 10 4 - 9 pm, Free Menifee Town Center Located at La Piedra and Town Center Drive Santa on Wheels December 12 - 22 Must make reserva�ons in advance, space is limited Santa's Workshop

December 21 1 - 4 pm, $10 Lazy Creek Recrea�on Center, 26480 Lazy Creek Road Menorah Ligh�ng Tuesday, December 27 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Time Details: Refreshments at 5:00 PM & Service at 5:30 PM Loca�on: Countryside Marketplace @ the Fire Pit (between Breakfast Club and the Dog Haus) Address: 30080 Haun Rd Menifee, CA 92586

CA 92584 Thurs, Thr ,Sat Tom the owner will sing for you From 5 to 7 pm Sunday 4 to 8 pm Live music Call them for details (951) 672-8080

MENIFEE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB 29875 Menifee Lakes Dr Menifee Ca. Phone 951 672 4824 Nicole Farrell Entertainment Monday 5 to 9 pm -karaoke CANYON LAKES COUNTRY CLUB 32001 Railroad Canyon Road Canyon Lake, CA 92587 Phone number (951) 246-1773 Friday live music call for details Diﬀerent entertainers every Friday CARVERS BAR AND GRILL 40365 Murrieta Hot Springs Road C-14 Murrieta, CA 92563 Wed acous�c night 7 pm Thursday. Open mic 8:30 Friday sat live music 9 pm Call them for details 951.894.2700 FRENCH VALLEY CAFE 37552 Winchester rd Murrieta, CA 92563 Friday live entertainment Call them for details phone: (951) 600-7396 FRANKLIN'S COVE BAR AND GRILL 40675 Murrieta hot springs Rd Murrieta, CA 92562 Phone (951) 696-2211 Monday open mic Tuesday Sing karaoke with a live band Thursday regular karaoke Friday - sat – live bands Call them for details 951- 696-2211

PONDEROSA BAR AND GRILL 27126 Shadel Rd Menifee CA. 92586 Tuesday line dance music with Pam n Paul 5 to 8 Tuesday karaoke 8 pm to 11 pm Wednesday DJ Thurs DJ ladies night Friday -sat live music Sunday karaoke 7 pm to 11pm Call for them details (951) 679-7008 PITSTOP PUB SPORTS BAR AND GRILL 26900 Newport Road, Menifee, CA 92584 Phone: 951-679-0869 Mon -d j spinning the tunes, 8pm midnight Tue - karaoke 8pm - midnight Wed - karaoke 8pm - midnight Thu- thirsty Thursday karaoke 9pm - 1am Fri – music 9pm Sat - music un�l 1am. Sun 6- open mic jam call for details 951679-0869 SKYBOX BAR AND GRILL 30724 Benton Rd Ste c308, Winchester, CA 92596 Phone: (951) 325-2299 Wednesday karaoke 7pm to 11 pm Friday live music Saturday dj call them for details (951) 325-2299

GIOVANNIS ITALIAN RESTAURANT 26900 Newport rd ste 112, Menifee,

THE TAVERN GRILL 28039 Sco� Rd, Murrieta, CA 92563 Phone (951) 723-8004 Tuesday live entertainment -tom the guitar guy Saturday karaoke 8 to 12 Call them for detail 951) 723-8004 WHISKEY BABES 33040 Simpson Road Winchester, Ca 92596 Phone (951) 599 0506 Karaoke Monday Thursday 8pm to 12 am Tuesday dj 7 pm to close Friday dj 9 pm to close Sat live bands 9 pm to 1 am Call for details tel 951-599 0506 WILD WEST ARENA AND SALOON 32150 Grand Ave Winchester Ca 92596 Sunday 2 pm house band Tuesday 8 pm karaoke Thursday 7 pm karaoke Friday sat live bands Call for details 951-325 2116 Call Establishment For Details For Entertainment Not All Venues Have Karaoke

Nafe Menifee is the 2nd Wed of each month at 11:30 at Merna's Cafe & Grill Murrieta is the 4th Thursday of each month at noon at R J's Sizzlin Steer Success Up Menifee NAFE Affiliate Network NAFE

Each meeting has a dynamic Meets the 2nd Wed of each month at speaker and networking call Robbie Motter Nafe Global 11:30 am Coordinator at 951-255-8200 or email rmotter@aol.com go Menifee Nafe meets the 2nd to www.wrnafe.com for more Wed of each month 11;30 am information at Merna's Cafe & Grill

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ART'S BAR AND GRILL

Reviewed by John Farrell Have you ever walked into a house for the ﬁrst �me and just felt comfortable like you just want to kick back? Well, we found a bar and grill that makes you feel that same way. Sure it's not next door but if you ever shop in Riverside or you're coming back from L.A. for some reason or another and just need a place to get out of traﬃc and relax, Art's is for you.

they don't have one because there prices were so good they didn't need one. That caught my a�en�on right away. Especialy in downton Riverside where good prices are not exactly easy to ﬁnd. I ordered a well drink (which was a good brand) and was handed a full to the top rocks drink that cost 5 bucks. Not bad! Neither my wife nor I were really very hungry when walked in but a�er seeing the food that was being served we couldn't resist taking a look at the menu. We decide a�er seeing the burgers being served, we would just split one of those. Again not all that hungry. Well it arrived already cut, on separate plates, with

Holiday Brie en Croute INGREDIENTS

1 egg 1 tbsp. water ½ package Pepperidge Farm® Puﬀ Pastry Sheets (1 sheet) ½ c. apricot preserves or seedless raspberry jam ⅓ c. dried cranberries ¼ c. Toasted sliced almonds 1 Brie cheese round 1 package Pepperidge Farm® Entertaining Quartet Dis�nc�ve Crackers DIRECTIONS

Art's Bar and Grill located just a walk away from the famous Mission Inn is one of those hidden treasures only the locals are supposed to know about. Yes we found it by accident too. It's right under the 91 overpass on University ave in downtown Riverside and not that easy to get into the parking lot. Once you do ﬁnd out where to park you'll be glad you did. As soon as you walk in you know you have found one of those places that existed years ago but are so hard to ﬁnd now. Friendly local folks si�ng both outside on the pa�o or inside all seem to be enjoying this throw back to an earlier �me. I �tled this review “cozy” because, as soon as you walk in, that's how you feel. We were greeted by Cameron the bartender someone that you could tell just loved to be working at this special place. We asked about happy hour and we were told

more than enough fries on each plate for both of us. Delicious! An old �me burger for sure. We were told that any split meal is always served on fully dressed separate plates. A nice touch for sure. Don't worry that's not the only food we have had there. We have been back several �mes now to enjoy everything from the $3 Vegas style shrimp cocktail to the scrump�ous slow cooked prime rib. Their soups and their fabulous blue cheese dressing is home made. They even have a special recipe for the bloody mary's that includes a dash of beef broth. What a place. I must say, I am so glad we more or less stumbled into Art's place It's now our place to go when ever we are near Riverside. The address for Art's is 3357 University Ave. In Riverside. You can call them @ 951-683-3324 for hours of opera�on. Have fun there and say hi to Cameron from John and Nicole.

Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork. Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly ﬂoured surface. Roll the pastry sheet into a 14-inch square. Spread the preserves on the pastry to within 2 inches of the edge. Sprinkle with the cranberries and almonds. Place the cheese in the center of the

pastry. Fold the pastry up over the cheese to cover. Trim the excess pastry and press to seal. Brush the seam with the egg mixture. Place seam-side down onto a baking sheet. Decorate with the pastry scraps, if desired. Brush with the egg mixture. Bake for 20 minutes or un�l the pastry is golden brown. Let stand for 45 minutes. Serve with the crackers.

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WEATHER Can you ﬁnd the hidden words? They may be horizontal, ver�cal, diagonal, forwards or backwards.

BLIZZARD, BREEZE, CHINOOK, CIRROCUMULUS, CIRROSTRATUS,CIRRUS, CLOUDY, COLD, CUMULONIMBUS, CUMULUS, CYCLONE,DOLDRUMS, DRIZZLE, DRY, FAIR, FOG, FREEZING, FROST, HAIL,HARMATTAN, HEATWAVE, HOT, HUMID, HURRICANE, LIGHTNING,MILD, MIST, MISTRAL, MONSOON, NIMBUS, OVERCAST,PRECIPITATION, RAIN, SHOWER, SIROCCO, SLEET, SLUSH,SNOW, STORM, STRATUS, SUNSHINE, THUNDER, TORNADO, TYPHOON, WIND, ZEPHYR.

DECEMBER'S FUN FACTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.

The Kangaroo Rat can last longer without water than a camel. If you keep a goldfish in the dark, it will eventually turn white Taphephobia is the fear of being buried alive! According to scien�fic studies, a rat's performance in a maze can be improved by playing music wri�en by Mozart. 'Vodka' is Russian for 'li�le water'. Jackie Chan’s mother was an opium smuggler and his father was a spy. Jimmy Hoffa's middle name is, appropriately, Riddle. Lindsay Lohan was approached to star in The Hangover, but she declined because the screenplay "had no poten�al". Mexican Jumping Beans jump because of moth larvae inside them. The three wealthiest families in the world have more assets than the combined wealth of the forty-eight poorest na�ons. Cats sleep for 70% of their lives. The world’s largest frog, the Goliath frog, can grow over 13 inches in length and can jump up to 10 feet in a single bound. When a giraffe's baby is born it falls from a height of six feet, normally without being hurt. Seven U.S. states are named a�er sovereigns - four kings and three queens. On April Fool’s Day, 1976, the BBC convinced many listeners that a special alignment of the planets would temporarily decrease gravity on Earth. Phone lines were flooded with callers who claimed they felt the effects. On average, someone in the US suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies every 3 minutes from stroke. At 120 miles per hour, a Formula One car generates so much downforce that it can drive upside down on the roof of a tunnel. In 1911, pigtails were banned in China because they were seen as a link with its feudal past. Iden�ty crisis? About 10% of Jewish households have Christmas Trees.

HOLIDAY GLAMOUR Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, Christmas is fast approaching, New Year is �cking in the background and the mul�tude of Holiday Par�es will be in front of us, I have to ask:

What ou�it will you be wearing this Holiday Season? Maybe you prefer to keep your style minimalist chic or maybe you want to step out Avant-Garde. Will your ou�it be elegant and classy?

Whatever you decide to wear this year, there appears to be no clear blue print to follow. Gone are the days of “no white after Labor Day” and there will always be the quintessen�al “LBD” (li�le black dress). When looking through fashion magazines like Harper Bazaar, you will see everything from sequence skirts, pants, and tops, to roman�c white dresses and strong pantsuits. Jumpsuits have made a big impact, as well as the oﬀ shoulder and cold shoulder styles (yes, even for fall). Here’s my advice: Dress up your linen shorts or culo�es; there are plenty of lace, pleats, bows and sheerness to go around. Don’t limit your crea�vity. Be bold. Have fun and let your self-expression shine through. Romelia V. Owner/CEO: www.romeliavbou�que.com Follow me on: Instagram @ Romelia V. Bou�que and Twi�er @ Romelia V And like my facebook page @ Romelia V. Bou�que

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Health & Fitness It is that �me of the year again when we empty our wallets and loosen our belt

health out the window and SWEAR we will get back into the swing of things just as soon as the clock strikes midnight on Jan 1. Now I am not saying this isn’t the season to enjoy sweet Aunt Gertrude’s pumpkin pie but you a can s�ll make smart decisions while enjoying the holidays. Here are 5 ways to stay ahead of the game

�cipate with you will be more apt to do it and think of the bonding �me! 2. Have A Plan – This one is obvious but planning is the key to success. A �p I give to my clients is to plan your week on Sunday and then post that schedule somewhere you can see it. Your workouts don’t have to be an hour at the gym either. Maybe you schedule in a 20-minute home yoga rou�ne ﬁrst thing in the morning or a brisk walk in the evening to unwind from your crazy day. The more you take care of yourself the be�er you feel and the more prepared you are to handle cranky Uncle Fred.

loops. Where we are berated with all things sugar and carbs and are invited to par�es overﬂowing with booze. Our schedules become hec�c and we lose our minds a li�le bit trying to manage it all. This is also the �me of the year when most of us throw our ﬁtness and

and keep the dreaded holiday 10 pounds at bay. 1. Infuse Your Holiday With Fitness – Get the whole family involved and play a game of soccer, or basketball or go for a walk as a family around your neighborhood. Chances are if you have a group of people to par-

3. Find An Accountability Partner – Find a friend you will hold your bu� to the ﬁre or an online group that keeps you mo�vated. Science shows that when you are held accountable for your ac�ons you are 10x more likely to stay on track. 4. Hire A Professional – Nothing is worse

HOW TO SURVIVE THE HOLIDAYS GUILT-FREE

then to have to answer to your trainer when you didn’t stay on track on with your health. In addi�on, studies show when we spend money on something we are more apt to s�ck with it. 5. Know You Are Worth it – This may be the most important. When you realize you are worthy of feeling good and staying healthy, making be�er choices isn’t as hard. When confronted with the decision of ea�ng that second slice of pie, ask yourself what it more important, the sugar intake or your waistline? Happy Holidays! *If you are looking for a li�le more accountability this holiday season, join me for my FREE 21-Days of Rocking Health and Unlimited Happiness. For more informa�on email me at info@weighthappens.com Jennifer Sinclair 562-447-0133 Info@weighthappens.com weighthappens

FEEL YOUNGER WITH PROBIOTICS Medical experts say it’s never too late to quit smoking, drinking, ea�ng a poor nutri�on. If you haven’t heard about the benefits of adding probio�cs to your diet, you may have been under a rock for years. Probio�cs may not be the fountain of youth, but they can definitely boost your health and help you look and feel younger. Probio�cs are the posi�ve bacteria found in your body that help prevent and treat illnesses. When you have a healthy diges�ve tract, your immune system benefits enormously and you tend to have a healthier glow and feel younger than you are. Also, not drinking enough water can cause the skin to dry out and dehydrate, causing fine lines and a crepe-like appearance. This habit is an easy fix by drinking more water every day and using moisturizer that traps moisture in your skin. It’s an instantaneous way to look younger. Physicians o�en prescribe probio�cs to help with diges�ve problems such as GERD or indiges�on and you can get them in supplements or foods such as yogurt and even chocolate. Probio�cs keep you young and healthy by several methods. You lose much of the beneficial bacteria in your body by just living life and lose even more when you take an�bio�cs and don’t prac�ce ea�ng a good and healthy diet plan. The main benefit to probio�cs to your body is that they move food through your diges�ve system efficiently and rapidly. They’re capable of assis�ng you if you have a condi�on such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), eczema and urinary or vaginal problems. Mainly, probio�cs can help to keep your “good” and “harmful” bacteria in check and working as it should to keep you healthy and your body func�oning properly. The two kinds of probio�cs are lactobacillus and bifidobacterium. Lactobacillus is the one most people consume from fermented foods and yogurt. These probio�cs can be very advantageous to those who are intolerant of lactose – found in milk. Be careful if you’re a yo-yo dieter, trying all the new fad diets, it will take a toll on your body. Constant weight gain and loss repeatedly stretches the skin and breaks down the elas�cized fibers which lead to sagging and stretch marks. Bifidobacterium can be found in many dairy products and will ease issues associated with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and other stomach and diges�ve tract problems. Make sure you

check with your doctor about dosage. Scien�fic evidence shows that you can prevent illnesses and even treat some of them by inges�ng food and supplements which contain a certain type of live bacteria. Fermented foods such as sauerkraut and yogurt contain these beneficial microorganisms from which you can gain a ton of benefits. By helping to prevent such disorders and diseases as GERD and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), probio�cs can add years to your life and help your immune system resist other diseases which can make you feel and look older than you really are. Learn all you can about probio�cs and how they may help you regulate your diges�ve systems easily and naturally. Be sure to visit the rest of my website to meet all your beauty needs.

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Left to right Sheila A Caruso central nafe director Reatha Reedus temecula nafe member and s member of this women's club Robbie motter nafe global coordinator and Jean Olexa Menifee nafe member

Art SELF-TAUGHT ARTIST KRYSTA WRIGHT HONORED

By Arts Council Menifee

Since being the youngest recipient of an Alliance for California Tradi�onal Arts (ACTA) grant at the age of eight, Krysta Wright has con�nued to make art a large part of her life. The self-taught ar�st has tried her hand at drawing, pain�ng, sculpting and working side by side with her aunt to make tradi�onal African-American storytelling quilts. For her contribu�ons to Menifee’s local art scene, Wright has been recognized as December’s Ar�st of the Month by Arts Council Menifee. She said art gives her the freedom to make anything she can imagine and there’s no right or wrong way

to do it. She has explored many types of art including realism, tradi�onal, charcoal, graphite, digital and most recently, paint. “Growing up, I’ve always had an ac�ve imagina�on and I would always just start drawing small things here and there but I wouldn’t think much of them,” said Wright, 23. “It wasn’t un�l I got a li�le older that I started drawing portraits that I thought others would like and they told me I should try joining art groups.” Home-schooled in San Jacinto since seventh grade due to health issues, Wright graduated as valedictorian of the class of 2011. English was her favorite subject. “I love reading books and then drawing out scenes of what I think the characters would look like,” she said. She recently completed illustra�ons for a children’s book a friend wrote. Wright was taught quil�ng by her aunt Allyson Allen, who has made a living making and exhibi�ng African-American folk art quilts. “My aunt and I received the master/appren�ce ar�st grant three

�mes through ACTA and have displayed quilts together all over the country at diﬀerent quilt shows and guilds,” she said. “Our projects usually are one master quilt that she makes based on a par�cular story and then a smaller wall hanging that I’ve made based on the same story.” Wright recently hosted an anime art exhibit at the Sun City Library to

display and sell her works. “My sister Madison, who is also an ar�st, and I presented and we loved it,” she said. “I wanted to be able to do more shows like that. My aunt is a member of Arts Council Menifee and introduced me to other members and I joined.” She regularly displays her work at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center’s gallery space in Menifee. “I love using graphite pencils. All of my favorite portraits have been black and gray; I think it gives a li�le more of a tradi�onal look,” said Wright, of San Jacinto. “However, I have been doing bright and vibrant digital portraits, which have a more modern feel that I really enjoy as well.” Even though she has been commissioned to draw other objects, animals and so forth, human faces have always been her favorite subject – because of the eyes. To view or order Wright’s artwork, please visit www.facebook.com/ shadowraven4834. For more informa�on, please visit www.artscouncilmenifee.org or call 951-290-2781.

Wine Country Spotlight TEMECULA VALLEY ANNUAL BARREL TASTING

JANUARY 28 & 29, 2017 11:00AM - 4:00PM TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

This once-a -year event oﬀers �cket holders a self-guided taste and tour of Temecula Valley, Southern California's Wine Country!

�cket and enjoy up to 36 wineries! Your �cket includes a one-�me visit at each winery and wine and food samplings.

Enjoy unﬁnished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as ﬁnished and newly released wines, at this once-a-year barrel tas�ng event. Wineries will perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wines.

You choose which wineries to visit at your own leisurely pace between the hours of 11:00am - 4:00pm on each event date. For a list of wineries and their par�cipa�on day, please visit www.temeculawines. org for more details. Order your �ckets early and in advance! Ticket prices will be higher if purchased the day of the event.

Choose a single-day �cket to experience visits at up to 18 wineries or double your fun with a two-day

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BATHROOM MESSAGE THREATENED SHOOTINGS AT MSJC CAMPUS Oﬃcials at Mt. San Jacinto College released details on the threat written on a bathroom wall of the San Jacinto campus . Mt. San Jacinto College, the Campus Safety Department and the Riverside County Sheriﬀ ’s Department are aware of a photograph being circulated on social media of the threat that was wri�en in a bathroom on the San Jacinto Cam-

MSJC STUDENT LEAVES FOR NASA MSJC student Eric Magallan plans to leave for NASA in January 2017 a�er being selected for an internship program with NASA on holographic enhancement technology. He shared the plans recently for this experience with his math classmates at MSJC’s Menifee Valley Campus. Magallan, 31, of Moreno Valley is planning to earn a degree in computer science. He will be in a team with other college students pursuing a variety of majors to work on the holodeck testbed project. He will assist in developing cost eﬀec�ve, realis�c and highly immersive environments for astronaut training.. According to Magallan, this project could be used on the Interna�onal Space Sta�on, Rovers, Mars environments and various other places. Magallan encouraged his classmates to dream big.

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enforcement presence and patrols are ongoing at all MSJC loca�ons. The threat was discovered late on Dec. 5 on the San Jacinto Campus. MSJC and Riverside County Sheriff ’s official began an immediate inves�ga�on. Students and staff have already been no�fied and will receive regular updates. MSJC and Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department are commi�ed to the safety of students, employees and visitors. Law enforcement presence is increased pus. The agencies are inves�ga�ng across the district. Classes will conall leads at this �me. Increased law �nue as scheduled. “I had a few interviews, but kept get�ng denied. I didn't quit though,” Magallan said. He understands that opportuni�es like these take more work to a�ain. Over the past two years Magallan says he applied for more than 40 internships through their NASA internship website. Dean of Natural Sciences Marc Donnhauser supports MSJC efforts in connec�ng students to opportuni�es that support their educa�onal goals and dreams. Magallan is thrilled to temporarily relocate his family for this internship with NASA runs from January 2017 through May 2017 at NASA-Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Magallan is among several MSJC students who have been granted internships with NASA. For more informa�on what Magallan will be working on and other opportuni�es visit NASA's Na�onal Community College Aerospace Scholars Program. Full descrip�on on internship project (Holodeck testbed project)

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LCL IS TRACKING SANTA, ARE YOU?

Star�ng December 1st, 2016 you can track Santa and his sleigh at www.noradsanta.org. Each year NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense) pinpoints Santa’s where about, and updates each hour on the hour on Christmas Eve. You may also visit Face book “NORAD Track’s Santa,” Twi�er, YouTube and even Google+. But do you know the full story on how NORAD Track Santa came to be? Back in 1955, over sixty years a�er a wrong number was published from a Sears misprint in a Christmas Ad to call Santa lead a colonel at what was then called the Con�nental Air Defense Command to play along and have his service men answer excited children’s phone calls as Santa Clause.

To this day a�er nearly sixty years, wri�en by Jasmyn Belcher Morris; NORAD con�nues the tradi�on. – Shoup’s children, Terri Van Keuren, 65, Rick Shoup, 59, and Pam LCL Realty Farrell, 70, recently visited StoryCorps to talk about how the tradiThe Story: As told by the children of Col. Har- �on began. ry Shoup for the Morning Edi�on “The Santa tracker tradi�on started with this Sears ad, which instructed children to call Santa on what turned out to be a secret military hotline. Kids today can call 1-877 Hi-NORAD (1-877-4466723) to talk to NORAD staﬀ about Santa’s exact loca�on”. Terri remembers her dad had two phones on his desk, including a red one. "Only a four-star general at the Pentagon and my dad had the number," she says. "This was the '50s, this was the Cold War, and he would have been the ﬁrst one to know if there was an a�ack on the United States," Rick says. The red phone rang one day in December 1955, and Shoup answered it, Pam says. "And then there was a small voice that just asked, 'Is this Santa Claus?' " His children remember Shoup as straight-laced and disciplined, and he was annoyed and upset by the call and thought it was a joke — but then, Terri says, the li�le voice started crying. "And Dad realized that it wasn't a joke," her sister says. "So he

talked to him, ho-ho-ho'd and asked if he had been a good boy and, 'May I talk to your mother?' And the mother got on and said, 'You haven't seen the paper yet? There's a phone number to call Santa. It's in the Sears ad.' Dad looked it up, and there it was, his red phone number. And they had

children calling one a�er another, so he put a couple of airmen on the phones to act like Santa Claus." "It got to be a big joke at the command center. You know, 'The old man's really flipped his lid this �me. We're answering Santa calls,' “Terri says. Col. Harry Shoup came to be known as the "Santa Colonel." He died in 2009. Courtesy of NORAD "The airmen had this big glass board with the United States on it and Canada, and when airplanes would come in they would track them," Pam says. "And Christmas Eve of 1955, when Dad walked in, there was a drawing of a sleigh with eight reindeer coming over the North Pole," Rick says. "Dad said, 'What is that?' They say, 'Colonel, we're sorry. We were just making a joke. Do you want us to take that down?' Dad looked at it for a while, and next thing you know, Dad had called the radio sta�on and had said, 'This is the commander at the Combat Alert Center, and we have an uniden�fied flying object. Why, it looks like a sleigh.' Well, the radio sta�ons would call him like every hour and say, 'Where's Santa now?' “Terri says. "And later in life he got le�ers from all over the world, people saying, 'Thank you, Colonel,' for having, you know this sense of humor. And in his 90s, he would carry those le�ers around with him in a briefcase that had a lock on it like it was top-secret informa�on," she says. "You know, he was an important guy, but this is the thing he's known for." "Yeah," Rick says, "it's probably the thing he was proudest of, too." For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com

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ADVANTAGES OF AN UNCONTESTED DIVORCE Ending a marriage, or any rela�onship for that ma�er, is never a simple process. However, when the soon to be ex-spouses decide to approach the divorce with dignity, compromise, and a level-head, the process can be simpler and less stressful. A sense of resolu�on and peace arises when the spouses are able to remain civil, agreeing between themselves how to divide the marital assets, deal with custody and support issues, and all other dissolu�on issues. If the par�es are able to work together with li�le to no conflict, they can par�cipate in a process known as an uncontested divorce. Uncontested divorce offers divorcing spouses the opportunity to end their marriage quietly, relieving stress. As you can imagine, uncontested divorces offer numerous advantages, specifically maintaining an amicable rela�onship and substan�ally decreasing the cost. An uncontested divorce that remains uncontested is generally the least expensive method of ge�ng divorced. However, low cost is not the only benefit of uncontested divorce. If the level of conflict between the two spouses remains low, an uncontested divorce offers the par�es a way to control the situa�on. When the par�es cooperate, the par�es control the outcome while keeping interac�on with the court and judges to a minimum. In addi�on, par�es that par�cipate in the process are more likely to adhere to the terms of the dissolu�on.

SETTING FINANCIAL GOALS FOR THE NEW YEAR The start of a new year is a good �me to dream big and set new goals. This is also a prime opportunity to step back, review your own financial situa�on and make sure you’re finances are on track to help you achieve your goals. Here are three fundamental steps to think through as you begin a fresh start in 2016. Step one: Set concrete goals One of the best ways to enhance the poten�al for building wealth and ensuring long-term financial security is having clearly defined financial objec�ves and a plan to pursue them. Typical goals include: Providing for your children’s educa�on Purchasing your first home or a vaca�on property Having enough money to re�re comfortably at a specific age Se�ng money aside to start a business Contemplate what’s important in your own life and try to put a �meframe and priority on those goals. Next, consider the amount of �me available for you to save for each goal and how much money will be required. For some goals, like saving for a down payment on a house, it may be easier to determine the amount needed and the �ming of your planned purchase. For other goals, like educa�on saving or re�rement, more variables can come into play. Having a formalized financial plan can help you see how you’re progressing toward mul�ple goals over �me. You can then adjust your strategies or priori�es to

December, 2016 the hands of lawyers, accountants, process servers, and others required to finalize a full divorce proceeding. If both par�es agree that the marriage must come to an end, they are also certainly capable of mutually agreeing on the final dissolu�on (divorce) se�lement. If that is the case, both par�es can greatly benefit from an uncontested divorce. This method of divorce can cover a variety of issues, including property division, alimony, and child custody. When divorce is the only op�on, a uncontested divorce is the best op�on.

Generally, in an uncontested divorce, the par�es retain a law oﬃce to represent both par�es and to prepare all the necessary paperwork, in addi�on to explaining the process. The a�orney then prepares the paperwork for each party and submits the documents to the Court. Most a�orneys charge a ﬂat rate for a California uncontested di-

vorce. Assuming there are no unforeseen issues, and the par�es con�nue to cooperate throughout the process, the court issues the ﬁnal judgment without either party appearing in court. Uncontested divorces are o�en more private, more accommoda�ng, and likely to keep more of your assets in each of your pockets...out of

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three-to-six months of your income. Consider opening an IRA to build up personal re�rement savings in a tax-advantaged way. Try to establish monthly contribu�ons for each of these purposes, and set a reachable but meaningful goal for each. When se�ng goals for the new year, many of us forget to consider the ﬁnancial side of those goals. Think about how you’ll feel when you reach one of your goals, and then how it will feel to be right on track ﬁnancially for your next goal. That feeling should inspire you to get started goal planning today.

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Step two: Match your spending to your goals The decisions you make with your money every day can make an impact on your long-term goals. Yet it can be challenging to balance the comforts you want today with your big dreams for tomorrow. Evaluate your typical spending pa�ern. How does your spending relate to the goals you established in step one? As you evaluate, consider the following ques�ons: Are there ways to run your household more efficiently? Do you know how much you’re spending on your children’s educa�on, ac�vi�es and daily needs? Many of us underes�mate the amount spent in each of these categories. Are you mindful in making li�le purchases each day or week? Are you strategic in how you pay down student debts, borrowing or your mortgage? Do you make impulse purchases without carefully considering how these items fit with your long-term goals? This year, resolve to periodically evaluate your spending every few months. Doing so will allow you to make adjustments where necessary to stay on track with achieving your goals. Step three: Boost your savings The most important way to improve your long-term financial posi�on is to begin saving more and doing so consistently. Here are some specific priori�es to consider: If you can par�cipate in a workplace savings plan, you should do so. If your employer offers matching contribu�ons, make sure you save enough to take full advantage of that valuable benefit. If you already par�cipate in a plan, consider boos�ng your savings. Build up your emergency fund, cash that is easily accessible in a bank or money market account, so it matches at least

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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

This month's business of the month is Cal True Value. Cal True Value is located at 26100 Newport Road 34-A, Menifee, CA 92584 The owner, Stephen Chen, studied at Qinghua University in China and attended UCLA where he earned his MBA. He has been in the business of hardware for over 30 years. At Cal True Value, they carry everything from power tools, plumbing, electrical, small appliances, cleaning supplies,

pet supplies, camping supplies, and much more. What many may not know is that Stephen does OEM products for most big tool company's like Dewalt, Milwaukee, Home Depot, Lowes, ACE, Sears, and True Value. Stephen plans on opening more Cal True Value stores, that will bring in more job opportuni�es to our local economy. Stop by Cal True Value and say hello to Stephen and his team!

Happy Holidays! As we close out 2016 and as 2017 begins to dawn, it seems like a great �me to reﬂect on what we've accomplished, the journey we've taken to get to where we are and the plans we have for an exci�ng, bright future. We at the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to start by telling you how much we appreciate each and every one of the members at the Chamber and recognize we wouldn't be where we are without the contribu�ons made by each and every one of you. Thank you.

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With the elec�on over, there are a few new laws that could affect your business. Check out this ar�cle by Erika Frank from Cal Chamber to get an understanding of how the new laws on marijuana wont affect your business. California joined several other states in legalizing recrea�onal use of marijuana by adults. Proposi�on 64, also known as the Adult Use of Marijuana Act, legalized the recrea�onal use of marijuana for adults 21 years old and over. The provisions related to the legaliza�on of marijuana and workplace protec�ons took effect November 9 - the day a�er the elec�on. Legalizing marijuana for recrea�onal use is a significant change to current law. However, despite the passage of Proposi�on 64, several things will not change. For example, smoking or inges�ng marijuana in public will remain unlawful, as well as smoking or inges�ng marijuana in places where smoking tobacco is already prohibited. Similarly, driving under the influence of marijuana will remain illegal. But what about smoking weed at work? When it comes to the workplace, California employers can take a deep breath of fresh air, because Proposi�on 64 maintains the status quo for employers seeking to maintain a drug- and al-

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cohol-free workplace. In other words, employer policies related to drug possession, use and impairment as well as tes�ng are not compromised with the legaliza�on of marijuana use under Proposi�on 64. Proposi�on 64 explicitly states that it is intended to "allow public and private employers to enact and enforce workplace policies pertaining to marijuana." The ini�a�ve also provides that it will not be construed or interpreted to amend, repeal, aﬀect, restrict or pre-empt: "The rights and obligations of public and private employers to maintain a drug and alcohol free workplace or require an employer to permit or accommodate the use, consumption, possession, transfer, display, transportation, sale or growth of marijuana in the workplace, or affect the ability of employers to have policies prohibiting the use of marijuana by employees and prospective employees, or prevent employers from complying with state or federal law (Section 11362.45 (f))." Therefore, even with the passage of Proposi�on 64, employers may con�nue to prohibit use, possession and impairment at work and may con�nue to test for use when appropriate. Proposi�on 64 is not intended to interfere with these workplace policies or prac�ces. Employers should use this �me to review exis�ng policies and remind employees not only about the company's drug-free workplace policy and prac�ces but also to specify that marijuana is also prohibited. CalChamber members can visit the HR Library's Adult Use of Marijuana Act page to get more details on Proposi�on 64 and how it affects employers.

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GRATITUDE IS THE BEST ATTITUDE

On The Mark with Robbie Mo�er I recently did a talk in Palm Springs, California on Gra�tude to a group of people. The talk was video taped and sent around the world and reached over 400 people in one day. It was amazing how many people said this one simple idea of wri�ng in a book about the things they were grateful for changed their lives. It made such a diﬀerence. Knowing that the holidays is some�mes a stressful �me for many, it would be a great topic for my ar�cle this month. During the holidays it's so easy for us to get stressed out. We have the normal things we do everyday at home, at work, with our families, with all the things we need to do to get ready for the holidays. Le�ng ourselves get stressed out is not healthy. We need to take �me each day and look at what we have and what we are grateful for. Many people get stressed out because money is �ght and they can't buy presents. A present from the heart is a much greater gi� that something you go out and buy. Taking �me from your busy schedule with your family, watching a movie together, learning about each other's day and relaxing with your pet is

good medicine. When you are feeling down get your Gra�tude book, read it and see how grateful you really are and what you have in your life. These are things money cannot buy. Start a gra�tude jar to “Pay it Forward”. Start keeping your spare change. When the jar is full, use the money to "Pay it Forward". Buy ﬂowers for a deserving person. Take someone to lunch, or something that is totally free. Smile at a stranger. That just might make their day and certainly will make you happy. Research shows that people who receive your good deeds will be more likely to follow suit with doing their own good deeds to. Gra�tude has powerful eﬀects on physical health, social rela�onships, and self-worth. Experiencing gra�tude also builds the mental and physical resilience

can reduce the frequency or dura�on of episodes of depression. As you venture through these holidays, remember there is so much in your life to be grateful for. Don't waste your �me on nega�ve energy or nega�ve people. You are totally in charge of your des�ny. Where you go is totally up to you. With a posi�ve a�tude and gra�tude you can do anything. My best wishes to you and your loved ones for a wonderful holiday season. I am most grateful for every person needed to overcome life’s stresses in my life as I am totally blessed with and challenges. so many things to be grateful for. Robert Emmons, a leading researcher on the eﬀects of gra�tude, has con- Robbie Mo�er is a marke�ng/PR ducted decades of research showing Consultant, Cer�ﬁed Na�onal Speakthat gra�tude improves both physi- er, Radio Show Host, Author and cal and psychological well-being. Em- Writer, Board Member of the Temecmons has studied people of all ages ula Valley Symphony, PR Chair for the to demonstrate the wide reaching Menifee Valley Lions Club, Member impact of gra�tude on the human of the Menifee Valley and Wildomar experience, on our personal sa�sfac- Chamber of Commerce, she also �on, social connectedness and phys- serves as the Nafe (Na�onal Associical health. a�on of Female Execu�ves) Global People who regularly prac�ce gra�- Coordinator. tude report higher levels of posi�ve She can be emo�ons, including more joy, pleas- reached at ure, happiness and op�mism. These rmo�er@aol. people also tend to have stronger so- com, 951cial rela�onships and fewer feelings 2 5 5 - 9 2 0 0 , of isola�on and loneliness, perhaps her website resul�ng from the fact that they are is www.robshown to be more generous, com- b i e m o t t e r. passionate and forgiving. Gra�tude com

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Biz Buzz CONSIDER SOME NEW YEAR’S (FINANCIAL) RESOLUTIONS We’re just about ready to open the door to 2017, so you might be thinking about some New Year’s resolu�ons. What’s on your list this year? More visits to the gym? Learning a new language? Mastering the perfect beef bourguignon? All worthy ambi�ons, of course, but why not also include some financial resolu�ons? By reviewing your needs and goals, you can iden�fy some resolu�ons that are par�cularly relevant to your own situa�on. But here are a few sugges�ons: Build an emergency fund. If you needed a major car repair or a new furnace, or faced some other large, unan�cipated expense, could you cope with it? If you didn’t have the money readily available, you might have to dip into those investments intended for long-term goals, such as re�rement. Instead, build an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, kept in a liquid, low-risk account. Cut down on debts. It’s not easy to cut down on one’s debt load. But if you can find ways to reduce your debts, you’ll help improve your overall financial pic-

ture. Many debts are not “useful” – that is, they don’t carry any tax advantages – so every dollar you spend to pay down those debts is a dollar you could use to invest for your future. Boost contribu�ons to your re�rement plan. If your employer offers a 401(k) or similar re�rement plan, take full advantage of it. Your earnings have the poten�al to grow tax deferred and your contribu�ons may lower your taxable income. Plus, most plans offer a selec�on of investment op�ons, so you can choose the investment mix that fits your objec�ves and risk tolerance. Therefore, if your salary goes up this year, or if you think you can find other ways to free up some money, increase your contribu�ons to your re�rement plan. Review your por�olio. Is your investment por�olio s�ll on track toward helping you meet your longterm goals? If not, you may need to make some changes. You’ll also want to study your investment mix to make sure it s�ll accurately reflects your risk tolerance. Over �me, and o�en without your taking any significant ac�ons, your por�olio can “dri� ” to a place where you are taking on too much risk – or even too li�le risk – for your needs and long-term objec�ves. If this happens, you may need to “rebalance” your holdings. Avoid mistakes. None of us can avoid all mistakes, in life and in our investment ac�vi�es. But as an investor, you’ll clearly benefit from minimizing your errors. For example, it’s generally a mistake to jump out of the market in response to a period of vola�lity. If you wait for

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things to “calm down” before inves�ng again, you might miss out on the opportunity to par�cipate in the next market rally. Think long term. Keep this in mind: You’re not inves�ng for today or tomorrow, but for many years from now. Try to keep a long-term focus when making all your key investment decisions. By doing so, you can avoid overreac�ng to short-

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS AND BUSINESS The holiday season brings about many changes to a�tudes and business in some measurable ways. Consumers are bombarded by new sales and deals too good to pass up because businesses spend a lot of money to get their a�en�on. “Hurry now before it’s too late” and “get the perfect gi�” adver�sements conjure up a buying frenzy. However, is it the spirit of Christmas Business what really gets a person to open their wallets? The stores are open late so people can on one day appreciate what they have while the next day they go out to spend money on things

term developments, such as a sudden drop in the market or a “momentous” poli�cal event that actually decreases in importance as �me goes by. Try to follow these ﬁnancial resolu�ons as best as you can. You could make 2017 a year to remember. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com

make a whole year from a couple of months if they plan right and have the right product. Some companies only work during the holiday months because they have a niche market. And although being ‘nice’ should be a year round goal make the most of this holiday season. Be kind to your fellow neighbor, raise a toast for your friends and keep the joy of this season in your heart as you take your business Up One Level.

they don’t need. How o�en have you heard “relax, it’s Christmas” when someone is in a foul mood? People call for temporary peace for the month while celebra�ng diﬀer-

ent religious beliefs. Doing this all while looking ahead to a blank new year full of possibili�es. The spirit of Christmas Business is in all of us. Small business owners can

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Hello, my name is Yanik Gozlan from The Computer Repair Experts and I write “Tech Talk”. My goal is to give tips and information on the latest gadgets or common issues you may have with your technology. I have been helping people solve their technology problems since 2002. With multiple certifications and over 10 years of experience in this industry, I will try to educate and share common interests that most of the surrounding areas are talking about.

HOW TO BACKUP ALL OF YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTOS FOR FREE ONLINE Photos are so beloved that to lose them would crush a person. Many people keep them just on their computer, but doing that can be especially dangerous. Hard drives fail all the �me, and losing all your pictures would be heartbreaking. In a worst case scenario, you always want to have backups elsewhere. While backing them up on an external hard drive is a fine backup, here are some tools that will backup your photos online for offsite backup. Offsite backup gives you that extra layer of protec�on, so you can keep your memories around forever. Picasa and Picasa Web Albums (Free: Mac, Windows, Linux) Picasa is not a backup service, but a way to simply and easily backup and manage your photos. Run by Google, Picasa allows you to backup your photos, for free, online, to Picasa Web Albums. With Google’s Picasa, you can upload 1 gb of your photos, for free, online, to Picasa Web Albums. Picasa Web Albums is an excellent service that has great sharing capabili�es and allows for collabora�ve albums. One of my favorite things about this service is that it integrates wonderfully with Google Contacts for facial recogni�on. If 1gb is not enough, you can purchase more storage. With recently updated pricing, you can purchase 20 GB ($5.00 USD per year), 80 GB ($20.00 USD per year), 200 GB ($50.00 USD per year), 400 GB ($100.00 USD per year), and 1 TB ($256.00 USD per year) and, if you need even more, 2 TB ($512.00 USD per year), 4 TB ($1,024.00 USD per year), 8 TB ($2,048.00 USD per year), and 16 TB ($4,096.00 USD per year). Because of this recently updated pricing, I have purchased storage (80 gb) and am happy with the purchase. iPhoto (Included in purchase of computer, Mac only) I include iPhoto, so�ware to manage and organize your photos on your Mac, for one simple reason. It does a fabulous job providing easy to upload spots for your photos. In fact, in two clicks, you can upload to your Flickr, Facebook, MobileMe or send photos in an email. But Picasa has a trick iPhoto doesn’t: upload to Blogspot, a tool that may be helpful for bloggers. Be careful not to delete albums from the Flickr list, doing so will delete it from Flickr as well. If you are nervous about this, you can always use the Flickr Uploadr. Flickr (Free (100 mb monthly), Web) Previously men�oned, and one of my current choices, Flickr is one of the leading photo storage sites. It boasts an impressive community of highly dedicated users who jump at the slightest change of their beloved service, guest passes to let friends and family take a look at a specific album (something that Picasa Web Albums similarly does as well), and a slightly different type of storage limit. While Picasa Web Albums puts a cap at 1 gb for free for life, Flickr allows you to upload 100 mb each month, making a growing total. The catch- you can only see the past 200 photos you have uploaded. Zenphoto (Free, hos�ng account necessary, Web)

This one is a recently discovered favorite of mine. While I had to forgo the one-click install in favor of an easy clean install, I was able to set up uploading photos through FTP. In a couple of clicks, I had my en�re photo library going up to my domain. If you have a hos�ng account with unlimited storage, and don’t think that your host will get upset with you, go for it. Just be warned, some will not like this. Mozy (Free (2 gb), Mac, Windows, Linux) Mozy backs up your en�re computer, and any hard drives connected to it. It is amazing for backing up large amounts of data, although be forewarned, it takes a long �me for the ini�al backup. For free, you get 2 gb, but soon you will find yourself wan�ng unlimited storage, a moderate $54.99 a year. Dropbox (Free (2 gb), Mac, Windows, Linux) Dropbox is a nice touch for those with small photo collec�ons, many computers and an urge for being on the safe side. Dropbox, not exclusively for your photos, syncs your files to other computers and to the cloud, for backups. In addi�on, Dropbox allows you to share a folder, poten�ally of your photos, with others. A handy feature. Dropbox is free for 2 gb and if you find you need more, you can get 50 gb for $9.99 per month, or 100 gb for $19.99 per month. What I Use Every single one of these services. My photos are backed up in several places, let�ng me rest easy. For others that want in addi�on to backup onsite, I suggest looking into a Drobo, which I have not used, but heard great things about. I have also recently made the switch from Flickr to Picasa Web Albums, mainly because of the price ($5 cheaper in my case), syncing of facial recogni�on, and the sanc�ty of having everything in one place.

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MENIFEE WELCOMES FIRST KRISPY KREME IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY

MENIFEE VALLEY LIONS CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

America's donut giant, Krispy Kreme, recently opened its new concept store in Menifee's Town Center Marketplace, located at Haun and Newport Roads. This is

by Robbie Mo�er

The Menifee Valley Lions Club is the newest Service Organization in Menifee. Their first fundraiser, a Pancake Breakfast at Applebee's in Menifee, raised $1,032.00. The members sold 174 tickets and 14 Lions Club members were there with their purple Lions Club shirts to serve the 74 individuals that came to enjoy the breakfast. Everyone enjoyed the food. The day was a great success and the members loved meeting some of our Menifee/Sun City residents. This organization has a group of members that care about serving the community and giving of their time. Marty Lanz, the President, along with it’s Board of Directors, is a person that thinks outside the box and sees many opportunities to help the community. A few days after the Pancake Breakfast, many Lions Club Volunteers showed up at Sun City Concern to deliver food to the home bound Seniors on Thanksgiving Day. This was the second time they volunteered for Sun City Concern to deliver food. If the Concern delivers food to these Seniors again at Christmas, the Lions will again be there to serve. Since the club was formed, this dynamic team of men and women have collected items for several other areas in need in the city. Their meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of the month at 7pm, for one hour, at LCL Realty Conference Room, located on Bradley Road, across from McDonald's. They are always looking for more community minded individuals to come and join them. They welcome all men and women of all ages who like to give back to their communities. The Menifee Valley Lions Club will be joining other Lions Club members December 28. They will go to Pasadena to decorate the Lions Club Float for the Rose Bowl Parade on New Year's Day.

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This will be the second year they will be volunteering on this project. At the recent Lions Club meeting, one of the members, Denise Locke said: "When I watch the parade and see the Lions Club Float, it gives me such pleasure to know that I had a part in making it so beautiful". Already 14 have signed up to be there this year and will join other Lions Club members for the project. At a recent meeting, City Councilman, John Denver, came to talk to the group and shared many projects that the group could partner with other organizations in the city. One is a Christmas project so the Club is looking at those opportunities to see what they can do as they all love the idea of serving the community. For 2017, the club have some great plans to do more Pancake Breakfasts, start their annual Chili Cook Off they have inherited from Bill & Julie Zimmerman who did it over 20 plus years. They have ideas for many other things they can do to raise funds. It will give them more money to reach out to serve this wonderful community and its residents and families. The Menifee Valley Lions Club, although new this year, has become one of the strongest service clubs in the area. Serving the community is a great feeling and while providing services, it builds strong lasting relationships with other dynamic Lions Club members. Check out their facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/menifeevalleylionsclub/. They welcome you to come to one of their meetings and see for yourself if this is something you would like to become a part of. Hope to see you there.

the ﬁrst Krispy Kreme loca�on to open in Riverside County since closing its Temecula store in 2006, joining more than 20 other retail stores and restaurants at the new neighborhood center. The coﬀee and donut chain, which

was founded in North Carolina in the 1930's and has more than 1,000 loca�ons around the globe, currently has only one outpost in the Inland Empire, in Ontario. Krispy Kreme's decision to locate here underscores Menifee's regional pull, central loca�on, and strong demand for shopping and dining ameni�es. Krispy Kreme, whose brand is famous for its "hot light" that signals when fresh, hot

donuts are coming oﬀ the conveyor belt, is a win for Menifee and an excellent addi�on to Town Center Marketplace. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com

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Local PLAN NOW FOR JOB TRAINING THROUGH MSJC’S COMMUNITY EDUCATION & WORKPLACE TRAINING Programs to help prepare to become a pilot, a commercial drone operator or a casino dealer are among the courses offered through Community Educa�on & Workplace Training at Mt. San Jacinto College. The spring 2017 schedule, called FOCUS, will be available online at www.MSJC.edu/ce and mailed the first week in January and offers a host of opportuni�es to jump-start a new career, boost your marketability in the workplace or sharpen your skills in a hobby.

Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com Other courses oﬀered include: Digital Photography; DMV Auto Wholesale; Cake Decora�ng; Floral Arranging; Start Your Own Business – Boot Camp; Medical Assistant & Scribe; Medical Billing; Personal Fitness Trainer; Pharmacy Technician; Phlebotomy Technician; Op�cal Assistant; Veterinary Assistant; Residen�al Plumbing; Basic Air Condi�oning & Advanced HVAC; Solar

Photovoltaic & Advanced Solar; Voice Overs; and more. The short-term, not-for-credit programs through MSJC's Community Educa�on & Workplace Training are below market price. Many oﬀer externship experience and job placement assistance. The FOCUS schedule is posted at www.MSJC.edu/ce. Registra�on for Spring 2017 begin January 3, 2017. For more informa�on, call 951-487-3707.

MENIFEE'S CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING EVENT IS THIS SATURDAY! The 2016 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for Saturday, Dec. 10, from 4 to 9 pm. Join the community as we celebrate the holiday season and light up the Oak Tree in Menifee Town Center, located at Newport Road or La Piedra Road and Menifee Town Center. Menifee's favorite holiday tradi�ons con�nue during the annual Christmas Tree Ligh�ng event including a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus; the Kids Snow Zone featuring 40 tons of fresh, powdery snow; ornament decora�ng; and more than 50 food and cra� vendors. This year's event features even more holiday performances from local community groups including Paloma Valley High School's band, several faith-based performances and variety of dance and performing arts groups.

The Christmas Tree Ligh�ng Ceremony is a free event, with the excep�on of a $5 wristband for unlimited access to the snow zone. Menifee Town Center will be open from 7 to 10 pm nightly from December 11 to 26, for residents to enjoy the Christmas Tree lights. Arrive early to see Santa and Mrs. Claus make their grand entrance on a fire engine navigated by Menifee Fire Department and escorted by Menifee Police department. Santa and Mrs. Claus will join the Menifee City Council and other elected officials to light the tree, and will later pose for family photos using your camera. Addi�onal photo opportuni�es include a large "Usie Picture Frame" (a selfie for couples) for families to create a memory celebrating their �me at the event. Be sure to bring your camera! #MenifeeHolidays. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com

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Local MENIFEE RESIDENT RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD IN NEW YORK

By Robbie Mo�er

On December 9, 2016, Joan E Wakeland, a resident of the Oasis and a long time Menifee resident was honored by Nafe (The

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National Association for Female Executives) at the Nafe Women of Excellence Breakfast Yale Club in New York. This is the 18th year of the Women of Excellence Awards. The accomplishments and outstanding work of all the winners was amazing. These honorees inspire by breaking barriers, overcoming obstacles, achieving heights and helping others succeed. They are changing things for women in their companies, organizations and in the greater, often global community. The Nafe Women of Excellence Awards honors outstanding

women with proven success in their careers and a commitment to ensuring the success of women and girls in the workplaces, communities, and the world. More than 200 corporate business leaders, influential community leaders, business women and entrepreneurs were gathered December 9th at this fantastic event to honor the winners. Joan was one of twelve winners each winning a different category of the awards. Her award was the ACE Award which recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to a Nafe Network and its members over the years. She serves as the Director of the Riverside Nafe Network and started the Rancho Cucamonga Nafe Network. She trained her C o - D i r e c t o r, Vivian Haire, to move up to start the Riverside Nafe Network. Joan is very deserving of this award. She is serving and mentoring the women of her network. Her passion is Nafe. She has done a great job in helping the members of her organization to grow both personally and professionally. It is a wonderful experience and an honor as they get over 400 nominees each year to be selected for one of the categories. To find contacts for our California Nafe Network, go to www.wrnafe.com. Joan can be reached at joanewakeland@gmail.com.

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FLEET EASTON RECEIVES A GOLDEN PALM STAR

By Robbie Mo�er

over the world and received many awards and rave reviews for his work in the entertainment industry as well as his work in giving back to his community. He is a man with a heart of gold, who cares so much for everyone. The Palm Springs Walk of Stars is a walk of fame in downtown Palm Springs, California, where "Golden Palm Stars", honoring notable people who have lived in the Greater Palm Springs area, are embedded in the sidewalk pavement. It covers portions of Palm Canyon Drive, Tahquitz Canyon Way, La Plaza Court and Museum Drive. Among those honored are Presidents of the United States, show business personali�es, actors, performers,

Fleet Easton who is known as the Prince of Palm Springs received the Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, December 9, 2016. It started with Fleet Easton arriving in a White Horse Drawn Carriage followed by a VIP Champagne Recep�on. At 2:00 pm there was the unveiling of his star and the star ceremony on the sidewalk in front of Georgie's Alibi Azul Pa�o with many celebrity guest speakers and a special performance by Fleet Easton himself. The whole event was captured on video. At 3:00 pm there was an after party and show with a star studded concert with celebrity guests. Even though Fleet Easton lives in Palm Springs, he is well known and loved by many in the Menifee/Sun City area. The last four years, he has driven to Menifee numerous times each year to perform for many of the organizations Fleet Easton who is known as the Prince of Palm Springs in town and shar- received the Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of ing his wonderful Stars December 9, 2016. dancing and singing talent. His tal- directors and cinematographers of ent is amazing and has performed stage, radio, ﬁlm and television, litfor Menifee Valley Chamber of erary ﬁgures (authors, playwrights, Commerce events, Menifee/Sun screenwriters), pioneers and civic City Women's Club, at Myrna's leaders (early se�lers, tribal leaders, Cafe and last year’s December civic personali�es), humanitarians, Menifee Nafe Holiday party as well and Medal of Honor recipients. as several Nafe conferences. The Palm Springs Walk of Stars was Always giving of his time to feed established in 1992 by Gerhard the homeless and for so many oth- Frenzel and Barbara Foster-Hener wonderful non-profit organiza- derson. The first induction ceretions and fundraisers. He always mony was held on February 26, receives standing ovations. He is 1992, and included Walk of Fame the musical director for the In- Chairman Johnny Grant. The first nerfaith Spiritual Center in Palm five Golden Palm Stars were dedSprings. icated to Earle C. Strebe, William Fleet Easton’s star is being pre- Powell, Ruby Keeler, Charles Farrell sented to him in the field of enter- and Ralph Bellamy. It has been fatainment. He is an accomplished mous as a winter resort and second singer, dancer and actor and sings home community for personalities all kinds of music. in show business. Fleet is originally from Ohio and Fleet can be reached at fleeteaslived in Florida before coming to ton@yahoo.com. His Facebook Palm Springs. He has performed all page is Fleet Easton.

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City MENIFEE UNEMPLOYMENT RATE LOWEST IN THE COUNTY FOR CITIES WITH 65,000 AND MORE IN POPULATION. The American Community Survey released the latest 1-year es�mates for 2015, and for ci�es with popula�ons of 65,000 or more, Menifee’s unemployed for 16+ is 4.0% +, a 2.2% decrease from 2014 es�mates. Riverside County’s unemployment rate for 16+ was recorded as 5.7%, leaving Menifee’s unemployed rate well below the County average, and ranking as the lowest among neighboring cities (Murrieta at 6.9%, Temecula at 4.5%, and Hemet at 8.1%). The calcula�on of unemployed residents is calculated by the number of unemployed residents, divided by the total

MENIFEE EXPERIENCES SALES TAX GAIN DURING SECOND QUARTER FOR 2016 Menifee’s second quarter sales tax revenues outpaced the prior year’s results, a key indicator of a con�nued strong and expanding economy. The city’s sales tax revenues from April, May and June 2016 climbed 10.6 percent overall, and increased 7.6 percent excluding aberra�ons, when compared with the same quarter in 2015. “This substan�al growth is due to new stores and restaurants opening in the City, as well as con�nued building and construc�on growth in the city,” said Interim Development Director Jeﬀ Wyman.” A newer city like Menifee depends on sales tax revenues to provide basic city services such as public safety, traﬃc relief and road improvements. Second quarter sales tax revenues are on target with expected sales tax revenue projec-

Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com number of residents over the age of 16 (the legal age to work in California). There are approximately 66,675 people that are over the age 16 in Menifee, and of those 2,688 have reported as being unemployed, accoun�ng for 4.0% of the 16+ popula�on. “A decreasing unemployment rate is something to be proud of,” commented Mayor Sco� Mann. “We are proud of the growing job market and will con�nue to work to provide more opportuni�es.” For more informa�on please contact Gina Gonzalez, Economic Development Manager, at ggonzalez@cityofmenifee.us, or for more informa�on on the American Community Survey please visit www.dof.ca.gov.

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�ons. The city has forecasted a $20M gap in general fund revenue over the next ﬁve years, largely due to annual rising public safety costs. The $4.5M annual loss of Vehicle License Fees (VLF) since 2011, con�nues to burden the city’s ability to provide increased public safety personnel. While the sales tax revenue report is substan�ally good news for the city, it will not resolve the annual increase in public safety costs, which currently makes up 66% of the general fund budget, or replace the loss of VLF revenue, as voter approved Measure DD will not come into eﬀect un�l June 2017, per the requirements of the Board of Equaliza�on. Overall, the consumer goods category contributed 27 percent of the city’s sales tax revenues, and con�nues to outpace previous years’ results. A large increase in building and construc�onrelated spending, along with an up�ck in restaurant revenues, contributed to the double-digit sales tax revenue increase for Q2, 2016. Although con�nued lower fuel prices caused a slight dip in reven u e s from the fuel and services sta�ons category, the sales tax revenue increases from the other six categories compensated for the loss. When compared with surrounding ci�es, the region and Southern California, Menifee’s sales tax revenue categorically outpaced the region. Menifee reported increases more than double that of Riverside County’s.

WHY SCOTT MANN LOST.

The Controversy that lost him the top pick in Menifee’s Mayoral Race. By: Michelle Rivas

It’s been a controversial few month for the City of Menifee. So many new stories are developing around the former mayor Sco� Mann, who lost to Neil Winter in November. On October 14th, Sco� Mann was fined by The Fair Poli�cal Prac�ces for using campaign funds for personal expenses. Even before that controversy, Mann was s�ll making headlines for other instances of poli�cal malprac�ce. Back in 2012, Mayor Sco� Mann was fined $1,500 for failing to report contribu�ons made to him by Menifee Taxpayers Associa�on. Earlier this year in September, he was caught trying to use city money to fund a Harvard Business Seminar totaling $12,400 before being discovered by the Menifee City Council. Mayor Sco� Mann was outed for every instance of malprac�ce in the past, but there was never as much outcry and consequences for his ac�ons then there has been since the public found out about his misuse of campaign funds. Every Menifee City Council Member with the excep�on of John Denver, has rescinded their endorsements of Sco� Mann for Mayor. Senator Jeff Stone asked Sco� Mann to resign as Mayor on October 15th, less than a day a�er the news broke about his campaign fund misuse. Senator Mike Morrell and Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez asked Mann to step down as Chairman of the California Republican Party on October 21st. The incident involving Sco� Mann was addressed at the Menifee City Council Mee�ng on October 19th, where the public and Council Members were able to speak to him regarding his misuse of campaigns. The Council expressed deep disappointment in his ac�ons and spoke about possibly conduc�ng their own inves�ga�on on the ma�er, but se�led on voting on censuring Mann. The Council voted, (including Sco� Mann to the dis-

may of many ci�zens that a�ended the mee�ng) but the censure was voted down by 3-2 with Sco� Mann, Greg August, and John Denver voting against. Eventually, Sco� Mann was censured on November 3rd with Greg August, Ma� Liesemeyer, and Lesa Sobek vo�ng in favor of the ac�on. Since all the controversy has ensued, Neil Winter has seen an enormous amount of support from not only the community, but also from a slew of different poli�cians including an endorsement from Senator Jeff Stone himself. In an email received late Friday, November 18, 2016, Sco� Mann informed the City Clerk that he was resigning as Mayor as of Thursday, November 17, 2016 for “personal reasons and to streamline the transi�on process to new leadership”. A�er receiving the no�fica�on while he was out of the office, the City Manager informed the remaining Council of the resigna�on by phone. Mayor Pro Tem Greg August will serve as the Mayor un�l the incoming Mayor-Elect, Neil Winter, is sworn in with the new council on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. It’s unclear what’s going to happen with Sco� Mann. What will be the final verdict of the FPPC on December 15th? We’ll all have to wait and see. Menifee Buzz will be wai�ng to report on it and bring to you as soon as any new story develops.

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