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Volume 7
Issue # 1
June, 2017
INSIDE You’ve won… now what? Let’s say that someone owes you money, breached a contract, defrauded you, or caused damage due to negligence. You filed a lawsuit, either on your own or with the help of an attorney, and assuming you prevailed a judgment is issued in your favor. Congrats! Page B1
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Revenue Increases in Menifee Significantly What is the Source? In the next fiscal year 2017-2018, Menifee will be receiving an excess of $6,062,000. This money was designated for development of newest cities in California but has not been available since 2011. Menifee is one of the four newest cities of the State of California, which is benefiting new city development funds. You remember that Menifee City population approved the increase of sales tax. The new tax was meant to improve the city’s development. Also, California Governor in the past months increased the gas and vehicle license fees. The money from the gas and vehicle license fees was meant to improve the State’s transportation system in which Menifee would benefit. From the three sources of development revenue, we are certain that
Menifee will be having a development budget surplus of the incoming fiscal year. The City Mayor, Neil Winter, has admitted that this year’s budget brings to Menifee “… a positive experience instead of a negative experience for a change”. The Menifee Interim City Manager is also positive to the sudden increase of the revenue that is flowing into Menifee City. Jeff Wyman revealed that the city's management in collaboration to the other three new city’s management has struggled to reverse the State’s 2011 legislative decision to use the vehicle license fees on law enforcement instead of transportation infrastructure development. Menifee Finance Director Bruce Foltz is optimistic with the newly proposed budget for the fiscal year 2017-2018. Bruce, among other city legislatures expressed his approval of the new budget. He said “… we’re in much better shape”. This year’s budget is adequately funded. Foltz referenced Governor Jerry Brown’s decision to
reverse the vehicle license fees that has been away for more than 6 years. The City Manager’s office saw fit to improve safety for Menifee residents. Hence, proposing $3,499,420 of police staffing and security services. This budget is also composed of $1,999,000 for fire services staffing. With the police and fire service improvement, the city’s public safety committee is working to ensure adequate safety amid increasing crime threat. Also dominant in the budget is $2,000,000 for Scott Road interchange project and $910,850 pavement management program. With these improvements, Menifee residents are assured of quality life in the future.
The kids at The Menifee Valley Boys and Girls Club have an opportunity to participate in a Travel Basketball Club Team that would allow kids to play in tournaments put on by organizations such as the AAU. (Amateur Athletic Union). Page A5
Summer Fun In Menifee As soon as the last school bell rings, students have their mind set on one thing and one thing only, what fun thing should I do first?
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LOCAL BUZZ
How will Father’s Day look like around Menifee? This year, Father's Day will be on June 18. The day falls on a Sunday as usual, and this makes it a perfect outing time with your father figure. One simple thing to do for your father this coming Father's Day is to surprise him with a gift that demonstrates how you care for him. There are many choices from foodie at the least to a car show at the most. One of the most satisfying things to do is to make the day special for this person who means a lot to your life. There are many ideas for this day, but here is a list of the common events that will go on in Meni-
fee in honor of the Father figures. The Spiritual Dad! Being a Sunday, most of the Father’s day cool events are going to take place in Church. A list of Churches around Menifee have already published their service events and first in the list is Father’s Day celebrations. New Birth Church is located at 26701 McCall Blvd and has aligned the Dad’s day event starting 8:00 am. This early morning event will allow significant time for the rest of the day’s couple of special other event’s visits. Revival Fellowship Church on Scott Road has special event for Father’s day. Guys, on Saturday, June 10 at 7:30 they are having a Men’s Breakfast.
Grace Bible Church at 28237 La Piedra Road has traditionally celebrated the value of being a father in the family and is welcoming all this day to Glorify God for His unique creation. Menifee Hills Bible Church is also an interesting place for members and guest to celebrate Father’s day. Here, is always arranged fun and food activities that will make this day perfect. Continue A2
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WINE COUNTRY
Vehicle License Fees Reinstated through new formula to Menifee
The Grapeline Celebrates 15 Years in Wine Country
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When Grapeline Wine Tours opened its shuttle doors 15 years ago. Page A7
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How to Lose Weight Safely
Have you ever stopped to think that those “Lose 30 pounds in 5 Days Diets” are causing more harm then they are good? Page A9
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Fourth of July Celebration in Menifee
Come on out Saturday July 1st to celebrate American Independence Day at Wheatfield Park in Menifee. Page B5
TECH News
Should you cut the cable-TV cord? Page B4
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Local Revenue Increases in Menifee Significantly What is the Source? Menifee City is actively expanding and is considered to being the pick of its retail expansion. Therefore, the $32 million budget will be adequately fund-
ed for the first time in the nine years that this city has existed. Fortunately, with new flowing revenue, the budget surplus of a new and expanding city is good news. The two main sectors, residential and commercial investments in Menifee are expanding so fast, and adequate public budget means that these investments will receive positive and adequate assistance regarding public infrastructure. After the city's management is certain that transportation and
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com public infrastructure will be built and completed as planned, the focus now is to revive the city's economic engine. Once again, Menifee is experiencing the fastest retail expansion, which will increase business opportunities. Also, the growing retail expansion will increase the city's revenue collected through Measure DD. To that end, I have seen comments on social media where Menifee residents are regretting approving Measure DD because there is more money now in the city as compared to last year. I
believe that news of another income to Menifee will increase negative comments about Measure DD. However, I would like to remind the residents that our city is growing and there is every reason why we should support the growth to adequacy with what we have. At the end of the day, we will stand to benefit adequately as residents and business owners. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
How will Father’s Day look like around Menifee? Go Shopping! Checking out Keller’s Jewelers is an opportunity to find a perfect Father’s day gift for him. Keller’s have been in the industry for over 50 years. They have in stock updated gifts, but a perfect gifts are custom made. You will need to visit Keller's Jewel-
ers days before Father's day to get your Father figure a custom made gift. Address: 26010 McCall Blvd e, Sun City, CA 92586. Almond Smoke Shop is a great place for Cigar gifts for cigar smokers make for happy people. They also have a gift section and you can find gifts for any father. Address 30145 Antelope Rd, Ste 104 Menifee, California 92584 Phone (951) 246-8200 Foodie is an Amazing Father’s Day Activity Arrange to check out these food places like the NEW Archibald’s on Newport road, this sports themed fast-casual restaurant has an incredible menu loaded with delicious food, ice cold beers, 14 big-screen televisions, is a sports lover’s dream. Address: 28881 Newport Rd, Menifee,
CA 92584 Phone: (951) 679-7655. Provecho Grill offers authentic Mexican cuisine in both traditional and eclectic, offering many menu items that won't be found anywhere else. Provecho features a full breakfast menu, the Happies Happy hour around, and live entertainment. Address: 26862 Cherry Hills Blvd, Sun City, CA 92586 Phone: (951) 246-3200. The Mason Jar Brewing Company. Making dreams come true..... one pint at a time! Visit thus local place where the staff is friendly and the beer is cold. You know your father best, treat
him to a full belly and great times with the family around town. For the Active Dad! Most dads like watching sports, but if your father likes to engage in some physical activity of his own—be it running, cycling, golf or daily gym sessions. Visit to the golf course at Menifee Lake Country Club or North Golf Course. Book this ASAP because space is limited. Take him for a walk, you can find over a thousand of the best walking routes in Menifee here just visit mapmywalk. com/us/menifee-ca/. Or walk around the Menifee or Heritage Lakes for a relaxing walk near the water. Whatever you decide to do for Dad I am sure he will be happy to spend time with the family and make memories. Happy Father’s Day!
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Art
Craig Yancey June Artist of the Month For more than 40 years, Craig Yancey has been working as a professional musician and educator. Most recently, he has been selected as Arts Council Menifee’s Artist of the Month for June. Born and raised in Hemet, Yancey attended colleges in Arizona and Nevada where he also lived for many years. He started playing the clarinet, picked up the saxophone and majored in classical flute in college. “Woodwinds found me,” said Yancey, 61. “I really believe that everyone has a sound or musical voice inside of them and when they are exposed to that sound it resonates or speaks to them; wood-
winds do that for me.” Yancey began working at Hans Christensen Middle School in Menifee when it opened in 2009. He was originally hired as a band director but soon took on the duties of choir director. He has been a music department associate faculty member at Mt. San Jacinto Community College’s Menifee Valley campus since 2002. “In my opinion teaching is centered on assessing what skill level a student has, building their technical foundations, helping them appreciate and develop the passion for learning and the joy that comes with being successful,” Yancey said. “It doesn’t matter what age anyone is; our job is to take them from where they are and open the door to where they can go. We as educators, and in my case music educator, need to show and share our passion and joy in what we do to help inspire the student in whatever field they are chasing.” He mainly plays all the saxophones and flute but enjoys working on getting better so he can feel more comfortable in any genre. He plays Selmer Vintage Tenor Mark VI and Vintage Alto Super Balanced Action (1952) saxophones as well as Yangisawa Soprano and Baritone saxophones, LeBlanc Backun Clarinet and Armstrong Flutes and Piccolo. “Being a teacher, we need to be able to cover a broad spectrum of music,” he said. “I feel it is very important for us to teach younger
students standard literature in the element in which the students are involved.” As a music lover, he listens to jazz, rhythm and blues, Latin, classical – basically, all good music. Transitioning from performer to teacher to director on a regular basis is not a problem for Yancey. “That is really one of the beautiful things about music,” he said. “We are all learning, performing and directing our skill sets every day. I don’t teach my students anything that I don’t work on myself. If there is a question or something that is stumping any particular student, it’s my job to be able to know how to help that person by explaining and modeling. If I can’t, I learn how. I do that for myself every day when I practice.” With the support of great teachers, successful peers and wonderful parents who encouraged him to follow his passion for music, Yancey knew early on that music would always be an instrumental part of his life. “My mother was a fine pianist. She stopped playing seriously when she started her family, however, I was able to convince her to get her ‘chops’ back up to accompany me on my senior recital and she was incredible,” he said. “My family has always and continues to honor what I do.” He worked on getting his teaching credentials while attending college at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He felt it would give him more options and diversity down the line. “The saying goes like this: ‘No gig is forever’ so long-term planning is difficult,” Yancey said. “I was a working musician in a great place to be employed as such – Las Vegas.” The process of becoming a music teacher requires students to major in instrumental, vocal or strings. Yancey enrolled and completed a program that required everyone to take method classes in all of the instruments. “At the end of the class you had to prove basic proficiency to pass the class,” he said. “I actually took vocal lessons and sang in the university choir to gain some of that knowledge.” After getting married 39 years ago and having two sons who are now professional musicians, Yancey felt it was important to find alternatives that made him happy but allowed him to also make a living so he started teaching. He feels fortunate that he was (and still is) able to also continue performing. He said like most teachers, his biggest reward is “seeing lights go off in people and watching and listening to them get better because they want it. He often serves as an adjudicator/clinician for music festivals in the community. “I am lucky to work with all age groups,” Yancey said. “It is a great educational tool for myself because I really learn a lot when I work these events.” For more information, please visit www.artscouncilmenifee.org or call 951-290-2781. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
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ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN! By Nicole Farrell
I am very happy to provide this information 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 Call Establishment For More Details Not All Venues Have Karaoke Canyon Lakes Country Club 32001 Railroad Canyon Road Canyon Lake, Ca 92587 Friday Live Music Call For Details (951) 246-1773 Kenneth Rice- Easter Sunday 04/16 And Mothers Day O5/14 Complete Champagne Brunch 24.95 Add Only 7.00 For Unlimited Champagne Call For Reservations (951) 246-1773
Mon -d J Spinning The Tunes, 8 pm Midnight Tue - Karaoke 8 pm - Midnight Wed - Karaoke With Laura 8 pm Midnight Thursday Karaoke With Laura 9 pm - 1 am Fri – Music 9 pm Sat - Music Until 1 am. Sun 6- Open Mic Jam
Carvers Bar And Grill 40365 Murrieta Hot Springs Road C-14 Murrieta, Ca 92563 Friday-Sat: Live Music 9 Pm Call Them For Details 951.894.2700
Skybox Bar And Grill 30724 Benton Rd Ste C308, Winchester, Ca 92596 Phone: (951) 325-2299 Wednesday Karaoke 7 pm To 11 Pm Friday Dj Saturday Dj
French Valley Cafe 37552 Winchester Rd Murrieta, Ca 92563 Fri Live Entertainment Sat Live Entertainment Call Them For Details Phone: (951) 6007396 Franklin's Cove Bar And Grill 40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd Murrieta, Ca 92562 Phone Number (951) 696-2211 Monday Open Mic Tuesday Karaoke With A Live Band Thursday Regular Karaoke Friday - Sat – Live Bands
The Tavern Grill 28039 Scott Rd, Murieta, Ca 92563 (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 Tel 951-599 0506 Karaoke Tuesday 6 To 10 pm Thursday 8 pm To 12 Am Friday Dj 9 Pm To Close Sat Live Bands 9 Pm To 1 Am Call For Details Tel 951-599 0506
Giovannis Italian Restaurant 26900 Newport Rd Ste 112, Menifee, Ca 92584 Thurs. Thr-Sat Tom The Owner Will Sing For You Sunday 4 To 8 Pm Live Music Call Them For Details (951) 672-8080 Ponderosa Bar And Grill 27126 Shadel Rd Menifee Ca. 92586 Tel (951) 679-7008 Sunday Karaoke 7 Pm To 11 pm With Laura Monday Karaoke 6 To 10 Pm With Nicole Farrell Tuesday Music With Pam N Paul 5 To 8 Tuesday 8 To Close Dj Wednesday Karaoke 7 To 11/ Laura Thurs Open Mic Jarret Cruz Friday -sat Live Music Pitstop Pub Sports Bar And Grill 26900 Newport Road, Menifee, Ca 92584 Tel: 951-679-0869
Escondido Nafe meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 6pm at Cocina del Charo Mexican Restaurant 890 W Valley Parkway Escondido, CA Temecula Nafe meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6Pm January at Bamboo House 27473 Ynez Road, Temecula, Feb at Spositos Cuban & Italian Restaurant 28120 Jefferson Ave Suite 207, Temecula CA it alternates each month from one restaurant to the other.
Wild West Arena And Saloon 32150 Grand Ave Winchester Ca 92596 Sunday Karaoke 2 Pm To 7 Pm Thursday Karaoke 7 Pm Friday Sat Live Bands Saturday Karaoke 8 Pm Call For Details 951-325 2116 Winchester Inn 28314 Winchester Rd Winchester, Ca 92596 Sunday Live Music 4 To 8 Sun Karaoke 8 To Close Dave B Tues Karaoke 8 To Close With Dave B Wed Karaoke 8 To Close With Dave B Thurs Karaoke 8 To Close With Dave B Friday Live Music Sat. Live Music Call For Full Schedule Of Entertainment Winchester Inn 951-926-8600
Menifee Nafe meets the 2nd Wednesday at 11:30 at Merna's Cafe and Grill 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd, Sun City, CA 92586 (behind Stater Brothers) Murrieta Nafe meets the 4th Thursday of each month at noon at RJ's Sizzlin Steer 41401 Kalmia Street, Murrieta, CA Nafe's mission is to help women grow both personally and professionally and has been serving women globally for 45 years. For more information on any of them contact Robbie Motter Nafe Global Coordinator 951-2559200 or email rmotter@aol.com every meeting has a dynamic speaker and networking. Cost is $10.00 for Nafe members, $15.00 for guests and then you order food and pay the restaurant direct.
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Happiest Hour with Rosie!
Aguas Frescas en Oaxaca
Last year I traveled through Oaxaca, Mexico I visited many restaurants. When we dined, we were greeted with salty roasted Spanish peanuts and thirst quenching Agua Fresca which means Fresh Water in Spanish. My favorite Agua Fresca was the minty Watermelon drink that reminded me of a fresh non-alcoholic Margarita. I remember growing up and my aunt used to make these for me. She made quite a few
varieties using seasonal fruit: Pineapple, papaya, cucumber, watermelon, and fresh red apples. I had forgotten about this tradition. It’s a feeling of Southern hospitality to go to someone’s home and be greeted with a refreshing beverage. It brought me great pride to see that Oaxaca was practicing this tradition. With summer around the corner and company coming over for BBQs I thought why not share these recipes with you. I’m also adding an adult friendly beverage Watermelon Margarita so that you can make them for the party animal in your group. Cheers!
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Agua de Sandia 4 cups of sweet, seeded cubed watermelon 6oz of Agave Syrup or ½ cup of sugar 6 cups of cold water 4 sprigs of mint Lime juice from two limes Blend the watermelon, agave, and the water until nice and smooth. Add more agave syrup or sugar if needed. If the watermelon is sweet enough you will not need extra sugar. The puree will settle to the bottom so you will need a stirrer to mix properly. Pour over ice and add the sprig of mint and a wedge of lime for garnish. Watermelon Margarita 1oz. Watermelon Schnapps 1oz. Watermelon puree 1oz. Tequila ½ triple of sec 2oz. fresh lime juice ½ oz. agave nectar Tajin Watermelon Garnish In a shaker mix the watermelon Schnapps, Watermelon puree, tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice and agave nectar. Shake vigorously. Add Tajin to the rim of the glass. Pour into a glass with fresh ice cubes and garnish with watermelon. Chef Rosie opened Provecho Grill in Menifee 2012 and soon to open Xicana Cali Mex & Libations in Temecula. Her menus focus on Regional Mexican dishes with her own unique twists. The result is a dining experience that succeeds not only in providing her guests with array of craft cocktails, but fresh regional Mexican food that highlights the bold flavors and cultures of Mexico. Chef Rosie has received many awards since Provecho Grill’s debut. These awards include the People’s Choice and the Pinnacle Award at the So-Cal Chef’s Open Competition. You might also find her in a commercial for the So Cal Gas Company, competing on the Cooking Channel’s new series Farmer’s Market Flip.
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Joke of the Month: Q: What did baby corn say to mama corn? A: Where's popcorn?
Fun Facts:
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1. One punishment for an adulterous wife in medieval France was to make her chase a chicken through town naked. 2. Kleenex tissues were originally used as filters in gas masks. 3. If a man could run as fast for his size as an ant can, he could run as fast as a racehorse. 4. In a lifetime, an average person walks the equivalent of 5 equators 5. Jean -Claude Van Damme learned to speak English by watching the cartoon 'The Flintstones.'" 6. It has been calculated that a single breath from a mature blue whale can inflate up to 2,000 balloons. 7. Whale oil was used in automobile transmissions as late as 1973. 8. Unicorns were mentioned in the Bible. 9. The United States has the highest minimum drinking age in the world. 10. If your skin is laid flat it will cover an area of 18 square feet. 11. A surprise inspection of a men’s prison in Acapulco unearthed 100 plasma TVs, 2 sacks of marijuana, 2 peacocks, 100 cockerels… and 25 women. 12. In 2010, Gary Richmond was beaten into a coma. He woke up with amnesia and no memory of his wife of 20 years. Subsequently, he ended up falling in love with her all over again!
Down 1. Thin biscuit (5) 2. Areas (7) Seeking Sponsorship 3. Tall story (4) Assistance 4. Counting device (6) By Sharon Otis 5. Perform (3) The kids at The Menifee Valley Boys and 6. Duck (5) Girls Club have an opportunity to partici11. Short-tailed burrowing rodent (7) pate in a Travel Basketball Club Team that 12. Aped (6) would allow kids to play in tournaments put on by organizations such as the AAU. 13. Earnings (5) (Amateur Athletic Union). The team would 15. Search and find (5) have multiple practices here in Menifee 16. Professional cook (4) and travel to compete against other city 18. Uncooked (3) teams throughout Southern California.
The kids playing Basketball at the BGCMV have grown since the program began not too long ago. Mr. Sam Handley, Unit Director of the Club, is leading these boys into their futures. He has 20 years of experience in coaching high school basketball ranging from Palm Springs High School, Yucaipa High School, Joshua Tree High, and Desert Chapel High. He has vision and is looking ahead to help prepare these kids to be able to compete at higher levels once they reach high school and beyond. He has
great insight into where athletics is heading and how to direct the youth towards that. Sam has the following to say about some of our kids that participate in the local club basketball teams. “All of the boys have different talents that it takes to make a good team. Timmy Harris and Christian are natural point guards and Jakeem Harris and Michael Witt are great shooters. Shaun Jordan and Nathaniel Baker are two big men with raw talent that needs to mature with experience. Tristan Keplinger is the Kurt Rambis of our team and AJ is a younger player with a lot of heart. Jacob Lewis has the making of a team leader and can play multiple positions from point guard to power forward. These guys are dedicated and very coachable and just need a chance to grow”. There is a lot of talent that is waiting to be harvested at the club. The team is called Gym Rats and
is in it’s beginning stages. The experience of Travel Ball is typically available to those who can afford to pay high fees for travel, participation fees, uniforms, and other costs associated with Travel Ball. Many of the youth attending the Boys and Girls Club do not have the financial means to participate in these type of activities due to economic situations. The club is reaching out for sponsorships that would help reduce the costs associated with this level of competition, allowing the kids the ability to be able to participate. Aside from building goodwill and community awareness, sponsorship provides opportunities to those who would otherwise not be able to participate in programs, not to mention a tax benefit for the sponsor. Kids who have something positive to work towards are less likely to stray into the world of drugs, and bad decision making. Being a part of a team can give them a sense of belonging, allow them to learn to make healthy choices, give them skills needed for future athletic development, and teaching them the ability to learn to work with others. Being able to provide an opportunity like this will help set these kids up for greater future possibilities within the sport as well as give them more experience in learning team work, communication, technical skill, having the experience of traveling for a community sport, and being able to have the honor of representing our City of Menifee. Please spread the word and if you or someone you know can help please contact Sam Handley at 951-219-9344. Or 951-2468845. Please identify yourself as a person interested in sponsoring the Travel Basketball Team. Thank you in advance.
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Wine Country Spotlight The Grapeline Celebrates 15 Years in Wine Country When Grapeline Wine Tours opened its shuttle doors 15 years ago, there were a scant 12 wineries in the Temecula Valley and the fledgling tour company had just four paid customers on its first day of service. Today, there are more than 40 wineries in the Temecula Valley – with literally dozens more in the planning stages. And Grapeline, which now operates tours in five different California wine regions, serves more than 20,000 guests a year. “We actually thought we were going to run out of money and go out of business after the first six weeks,” said co-founder Kim Kelliher, who began the company in June 2002 with her husband, John. “On that first day, we had five shuttles
running circles around wine country. We had spent literally all of our savings and retirement funds on start-up costs, and no one really showed up.” Fortunately, the Kellihers made a few changes, the concept caught on, and things turned around. In 2004, the couple sold a Grapeline franchise into the Paso Robles area that later became a company branch. In 2006, they started Santa Barbara Grapeline. Then growth stopped as the economy took a dive, and the company had to focus on competing in existing locations. In recent years, expansion has been pos-
sible again. The Kellihers opened Grapeline Sonoma in 2015 and began doing private tours in Napa last year. Meanwhile, Grapeline’s sister company, Stryder Transportation, also expanded its fleet and services this past year. Stryder, which was also founded by the Kellihers, began offering Temecula Valley brewery tours with the launch of the “Stryder Brew Cruiser” last month. Grapeline and Stryder combined employ about 90 staff members. “We’ve been fortunate to succeed in a highly competitive environment where there are new companies coming into the various wine regions every month,” Kim Kelliher said. “We have to keep innovating, and we have to provide phenomenal customer service. There are a lot of options out there.” One concept that has helped with customer loyalty is Grapeline’s frequent rider program known as Club Kay – named after the social media voice of Grapeline, Kay Syrah. Members earn “cork bucks” every time they ride. Then, those bucks can be spent on future tours in any of Grapeline’s five locations. Club Kay members also get special wine-related swag, recognition on tours, and discounts. Kelliher said the club, which was launched less than two years ago, has more than a thousand members. “We were surprised, initially, how often guests came out with us. We thought it would be a once a year thing at the most,” Kelliher said. “But we have some real regulars who come out several times year with friends, and they appreciate the special treatment and discounts.” To celebrate its 15 years in business, Grapeline is hosting a “Summer Fizz Fest and Anniversary Party” on Sunday, June 25. The specialty tour will feature eight Temecula wineries, each of which
will be serving a sparkling wine or sangria, along with traditional red or white wine paired with a small-plate entrée. Of course, a ride on the Grapeline is included. “It’s delicious food, wine and champagne all day long, along with a fun DD so you don’t have to worry about a thing,” Kelliher said. “What’s not to love about that?” Participating wineries include Wilson Creek, Vitagliano, Robert Renzoni, Oak Mountain, Lorimar, Leoness, Falkner and Avensole. Thornton Winery is also plan-
ning to join the festivities pending final approval of its jazz schedule. Fizz Fest tickets are available at gogrape. com. The package rate is $149, or $10 off if booked before June 10. Pickups are available at most local hotels and Old Town Temecula. Call 951-693-5755 for more information or visit gogrape.com.
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MenifeeNewsNetwork.com Diagnostic Medical Sonography Students Are EmploymentReady
Medical Sonographer (RDMS) licensing before graduation is a first for the DMS program. This licensing is important so that students are employable on or before gradua-
Nine students who made up the Mt. San Jacinto College Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) class of 2017 all passed their licensing exams before MSJC’s graduation day on May 26, 2017. The accomplishment of 100 percent of students receiving Registered Diagnostic
tion day and is a testament to the success and reputation of the program and education at MSJC. The MSJC Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP). MSJC is one of only three accredited community college programs in Southern California. The
accreditation allows students to sit for licensing exams 60 days before graduation. For more information contact Interim DMS Program Director, Tracy Francis at 951-639-5565. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
MSJC class takes a top award at Digifest 2017 The Professional Production class, taught by instructor Alan Marsala, produced the MSJC Mobile App video to encourage students to download the new mobile application. The video won Best Digital Marketing Video at Digifest, a three-day event that showcases student successes in the community. Digifest allows entries from students, amateurs and professionals in different age categories from 10 to 25 and older in film/video; digital media; games; and music.
MSJC Honors 44 Graduates from its Nursing Program The Mt. San Jacinto College School of Nursing held a pinning ceremony for its nursing graduates on May 24, 2017. Forty-four were honored during the event on the San Jacinto Campus. The graduates were presented with nursing pins by the faculty of the
MSJC School of Nursing. These students are now prepared to take the national licensing exam to become registered nurses. The students will be among the 1,356 students who graduate on May 26, 2017 at the Ramona Bowl in Hemet. Roger Schultz, Superintendent/ President, and Peter Zografos, Director School of Nursing, shared how proud they were of the students and families.
Santa Rosa Academy Class Receives Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Grant
The students have been studying population, resource management, food production, waste management, and conservation strategies. The Hydrorecyverticultrue proDr. Daniel McKinney’s Enviject encompasses all of those ronmental Science class uses things while requiring them the $4100 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education to develop research, design, engineerGrant for an engineering and horticulture ing, and construction skills. It combines project. hydrodynamics, photoelectric systems, Santa Rosa Academy received a grant from and materials engineering to produce a Lowe’s Toolbox for Education for $4100.00. system that satisfies multiple environWith the grant Dr. Daniel McKinney’s En- mental and social goals. It also lays the vironmental Science classes engineered foundation for the students to pursue their own solar-powered, vertical, hydro- further formal and informal studies in ponic systems out of recycled/repurposed the fields of horticulture and environmaterials titled Hydrorecyverticultrue. mental science.
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Health & Fitness How to Lose Weight Safely Have you ever stopped to think that those “Lose 30 pounds in 5 Days Diets” are causing more harm then they are good? Have you ever tried one and it ended in failure and disappointment? Have you ever wondered why the diet industry is worth billions of dollars? The sad reality is, we are being sold gimmicks that promise the world and deliver catastrophe to our bodies. Safe weight loss is 1-2 pounds per week. While I know many of us want faster results, we have to take in consideration how long it took us to put the weight on. We have to safely allow our bodies to regulate to the new weight. When we lose weight at a rapid pace our bodies are not able to keep up and we eventually end up gaining the weight back. When we slow things down, our body can keep up therefore allowing us to keep the weight off longer. Here are a few ways to incorporate safe and healthy practices into your life to maintain long lasting weight loss.
Menifee’s Beauty Buzz
By Sandie Fuenty
Think time at the beach, carefree road trips and friendly, neighborhood block parties. It’s the kind of playfulness and energy that should be reflected with a fresh makeup look too. So don’t hesitate to take the bold and bright makeup colors from recent runway looks and make them your own this season. And while we love our sunglasses, sandals, and straw totes, there’s no question that healthy-looking, luminous skin is the ultimate summer accessory. Now is the perfect time to introduce “multimasking” into your skin regimen. What is “multimasking”? It is a popular trend that lets you customize the way you use skin care. Specific masks can be applied to only the areas needed; a charcoal powerhouse mask that feels soothing when applied and gently removes impurities is great when
Drink lots of water - Many times we mistake hunger for dehydration. When you are feeling hungry, drink a glass of water first and then ask yourself if you still want to eat. In addition to this when we are adequately hydrated water acts as a natural appetite suppressant and increase our metabolism. Win-Win! Exercise - I know this sounds crazy but exercise is going to help you lose weight. Find something you enjoy doing. If you hate the gym, don’t go. Try tennis or yoga or beach volleyball. Whatever you do, move! Eats lots of fiber – You can find fiber in foods like veggies, fruits and whole grains. It has been said that people have lost more weigh increasing their fiber intake versus those that focus on low fat foods. Stop looking at the scale everyday – When we look at the scale everyday and we don’t see the number we want, we stress ourselves out. When we are stressed we release a hormone called
applied with a brush to the t-zone area (chin, nose and lower forehead). At the same time, replenish the moisture that time in the sun can steal from
only augments problem skin areas, so be proactive by multimasking and getting ahead of the game. • Store moisture renewing gel mask
your skin by applying a moisture renewing gel mask to the cheeks, upper forehead area and under the eyes.
in the refrigerator so it feels refreshingly cool when applied. • Choose one night a week to multimask like on Sunday nights, so you can look forward to a little “me” time every week. Use different masks to target different
Tips from the experts on Multimasking? • Use before flying/traveling. Flying
cortisol that causes us to hold on to fat. Do yourself a favor and check the scale once a week. Be patient – I know this one is the hardest of all but we have to be patient with ourselves. Celebrate what you have lost and don’t focus on what you have left to lose. When we can keep this whole process in a positive light we are that much more poise to succeed. So before you decide to tackle the next “lose weight fast fad”, ask yourself if you want short term or long-term success. Jennifer Sinclair 562-447-0133 Info@weighthappens.com weighthappens
areas of your face to address specific skin needs all at once. The result? Complexion benefits created by a customized product combination. For questions on Multimasking, please contact Sandie for a complementary consultation. Sandie Fuenty, Independent Beauty and Advanced Color Consultant, has been with Mary Kay Cosmetics for over 24 years. She is also an Ambassador for the Mary Kay Foundation, providing research for women’s cancers and awareness of domestic violence issues. She can be reached for a Complementary Pampering Session at the following contact info. (714) 981-7013 www.marykay.com/sfuenty sandiesldy@aol.com
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You’ve won… now what? Let’s say that someone owes you money, breached a contract, defrauded you, or caused damage due to negligence. You filed a lawsuit, either on your own or with the help of an attorney, and assuming you prevailed a judgment is issued in your favor. Congrats! Now what? You are now the proud owner of a piece of paper that looks quite impressive. The paper sets forth the opposing party owes you money. Only in utopia, does the other party actually send you the money. In the case of a verdict in Court, the award is reduced to a written document entitled a “judgment.” A judgment is more than a piece of paper. It allows the party holding it to utilize the Courts the opportunity to seize assets of the judgment debtor. Generally, judgments are valid for at least ten years and can be renewed. In California, judgments are subject to “legal Interest” of ten percent. The Tools of Collection: 1. THE WRIT OF EXECUTION. Once one has a judgment, one has the power to ask the Court to issue a Writ of Execution which allows the Sheriff of the county in which property is located to seize bank accounts, wages (up to 25%), personal property, stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit, etc. There are also other collection avenues for business debtors. 2. THE ABSTRACT OF JUDGMENT. Real property owned by the judgment
Take a Fresh Look at Your Finances Remember those financial resolutions you committed to at the beginning of the year? If they seem like a distant memory, the start of summer can be a great time for a reset. Follow the tips below to refocus on your financial goals during the dog days of summer. Start with a clean slate. Review your financial situation and recent spending patterns. Is your spending aligned with your financial goals? Re-evaluate any bad money habits that may be holding you back from making better financial decisions. Remind yourself that healthy financial behaviors can become part of your daily routine. Commit to financial stability. It’s easier to do something when you are intentional. Just like you set aside an afternoon to clean out the garage, set aside a few hours to clean up your finances. During this time, reflect, organize and make a conscious commitment to take responsibility for your financial future. Create, update or review your plan of action. A financial plan provides a road map for spending and saving, and encourages you to allocate your money toward the items or experiences that matter most to you. Your plan should include how you will handle your day-to-day finances, achieve long-term goals such as paying off your home mortgage, retiring on your terms or going on your dream
debtor may also be seized. In this respect, a document called an “abstract of judgment” is filed in the County Recorder’s office and acts as an automatic lien against any property owned by the debtor within the county. 3. THE ORDER OF EXAMINATION. A judgment creditor is allowed to file in the Court a request for an Order of Examination by which a judgment debtor is ordered to the Court to answer questions under oath as to the location of assets. 4. TRANSFERS TO DEFRAUD CREDITORS. A typical reaction of a debtor is to transfer assets into the name of friends or relatives. However, unless fair market value is paid for the transfers (in which case the debtor must account for what happened to the money) the transferee can end up as a defendant in another legal action brought by the creditor, namely a claim that the transfer was one to defraud creditors. This is a complicated but common collection activity.
vacation. If a large expense comes along, you may need to re-evaluate your financial priorities. Adjust as necessary and then get back on track as soon as possible. Likewise, if you receive a raise or windfall, consider how the additional funds can be applied to your financial plan. Spend within reason. Your plan can provide you with guardrails to keep long-term goals in sight as you satisfy near-term wants and needs. When you know your emergency fund, retirement and other goals are on track, you can purchase tickets to the big game or plan a family trip without any financial guilt. Prepare for the unexpected. Life can throw challenging curveballs. Unexpected events such as unplanned medical bills or losing your job can greatly impact your bottom line. Although you may not know when these curveballs are coming, assess your insurance policies to ensure you’re fully covered, and make an “emergency fund” one of your priorities. Consider reviewing your life, disability health, home and auto insurance policies with a financial professional, who can help you identify and close any gaps in coverage. If you’ve acquired artwork, collectibles, technology or other valuables, make sure they are covered under your current home insurance plan. Also, use this as a time to update beneficiaries on your policies if needed. Find joy in the process. The desire to keep your finances in good order is an admirable aspiration, and it has lasting impacts. Focusing on your finances today may help you to secure a more comfortable financial future for you and your family tomorrow. Consider working with a financial professional to help cre-
COLLECTION OF A DEBT - IS A GAME OF STRATEGY Debtors are generally extremely alert for the first few months after the trial but have a habit of becoming complacent as time goes by. It is common for a clever judgment creditor to hold off all collection efforts for months, even years, then suddenly attach assets to the shock of the debtor. Thus, timing and a strategy becomes critical. If the debtor knows you are actively seeking to collect, bank accounts and property is moved or worse yet - hidden.
ate a plan to reach your goals. With renewed energy and a well-defined plan, you can feel good about your financial choices. Jeremy Taylor is a Financial Advisor with Taylor, Taylor & Associates a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Menifee, CA. He specializes in feebased financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 13 years - To contact him, please call 951-6792222, 29826 Haun Rd #206, Menifee, CA 92586. http://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/jeremy.i.taylor/ profile/ Investment decisions should always be made based on an investor's specific financial needs, objectives, goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Investment products are not
June, 2017 RESTRICTIONS ON COLLECTIONS California, as most states, provide that certain assets are exempt from collection. Moreover, even though you are owed money, the creditor must refrain from harassing the debtor by inappropriate telephone calls, embarrassing scenes in public, or other unlawful collection activity. Good legal advice is required before any particular action is taken. In sum, if you have a judgment that is collecting dust (or better yet - interest) it just may be worth having an attorney attempt to collect it. Remember, collections are a lesson in patience. Most attorneys will work the judgment for little to no money out of pocket. The lawyer gets paid when the judgment is collected which provides incentive to collect.
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By Robbie Motter
Forbes Riley was at the CA Governor's Women’s Conference in Long Beach for their annual conference to promote her book. Who is Forbes Riley? • Pioneer of Home Shopping (HSN & QVC) • Sold over $2.5 billion in sales products. • Founder & CEO of the SpinGym, a multi million dollar fitness product. • Award Winning TV and Talk Show
of having mentors in your life. Finding a mentor is a great way to give your career and life a boost. Good mentors can help set you up for success by introducing you to people. In this article, you will find some tips about mentoring. Before you look for a mentor there are some things you need to do. Have a firm understanding of what your goals are. Look at what you want out of a mentor relationship and where you think you want your career to go in the future. Once you have established that, you are ready to search for the right
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Forbes lives in Laguna Beach and Florida. She talked about the importance
mentor for you. While having a business related mentor with expertise can vary. There are some personal qualities that all great mentors need to have. The mentor should have personal integrity, share your values, both professionally and personally. He or she needs to be approachable, willing to make time for you, to prepare for your time together, to share their talents and expertise, to listen and being open to your needs and goals. The mentor can suggest next steps in terms of training and projects you might consider undertaking. They are great at
encouraging you and showing you that it’s possible to get to your goals. They are all in different levels and industries. One thing is vital in a mentor that you might not think about is curiosity and willingness to learn. No matter what age, learning something new everyday and loving it is a great attitude. You take the knowledge you get then you share it with others. A mentor that stays on top of trends and technology can help you navigate what you need to focus on to reach your goals. Remember the perfect mentor is a coach and a cheerleader. Your relationship with
your mentor can cover a lot of characteristics, from giving advice to setting goals, tough love, to making connections. The mentor needs to be able to give you firm advice on what you need to do, to push you beyond your comfort zone, to encourage you to step out of the box and do things you may feel you are not ready to do, to cheer on your successes as if they were their own. If you are ready to find your mentor start looking around and ASK. It’s a powerful word and it works. Forbes Riley, is an amazing woman with a passion for helping others.
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Biz Buzz Financial Gifts Can Help Dad for Years to Come
Father’s Day is almost here. Dad will probably like any gift you give him, of course, but this year, why not go beyond the ordinary? By presenting your father with an appropriate financial gift, you can bring him some benefits that can keep on giving. For starters, how about a back-toschool gift for Dad? If you have children, you may already be familiar with 529 plans, which many parents use to help their children pay for college. But 529 plans have no age limits, so there’s nothing stopping you from reversing the usual formula and opening an account for your father. While 529 plans are commonly used to pay for fouryear colleges, the money can also go toward most two-year community colleges and trade schools, so if Dad has a future interest in learning about anything from anthropology to auto repair, the 529 plan you’ve established can give him the gift of knowledge and enjoyment. As the owner of a 529 plan, your earnings can accumulate tax free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses. (529 plan distributions not used for qualified expenses may be subject to federal and state income tax, and a 10% IRS penalty on the earnings.) Furthermore, if you invest in your own state’s 529 plan, you might be able to deduct the contributions from your taxes. Here’s another suggestion: Help Dad reach a distant goal. For example, if you know your father will be retiring in, say, 10 years, you could give him
some type of bond that matures just when he retires. During those 10 years, he will receive regular semiannual interest payments, and when the bond matures, he’ll get the original principal back. He can then use this money to help fulfill a long-held dream – perhaps one of traveling the world or even opening a small business. Whatever he decides to do with the money, it will make a nice retirement gift. If you’re giving Dad a corporate bond, make sure it’s “investment grade,” which means it has received one of the highest ratings for safety from one of the major bond-rating agencies. Investment-grade bonds are generally the least likely to default. If your father is in one of the upper tax brackets, he might benefit from a municipal bond, whose interest payments are exempt from fed-
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eral income taxes and possibly state and local taxes, too. (Some municipal bonds, however, are subject to the alternative minimum tax.) Finally, you may want to help Dad plan his legacy. Although your father may be interested in what sort of legacy he will leave, he may not yet have taken any steps in this area – in particular, he might not have created a comprehensive estate plan.
Accepting Debt to grow “It takes money to make money” and “money is too expensive” are two of my favorite financial sayings because finding ways to get a company off the ground can be pricey. Where will the money come from? Do I contact a bank or my long lost uncle? Who will lend to a new person? Have my credit issues been resolved? How much do I need? Whatever happens, it is likely you will go into debt. First, don’t be afraid of debt to grow a profitable business with positive cash flow. The end goal is to retire with no debt and a steady income stream; however, while growing a business it is acceptable to owe money. Using easy numbers, if you borrow money for 5% but make a return of 8% you are earning 3% on your money making the investment solid. Of course, planning ahead in case you don’t earn the higher rate is important because rainy days do happen. If you truly have a start up, make sure to plan your finances on the thinking
You might consider giving your father some resources on estate planning, such as books or online articles. Better yet, though, consider setting him up with a consultation with a legal professional. It will take considerable time and effort to create the necessary documents, such as a will, a living trust, a durable power of attorney, and so on – and since the future is not ours to see, it’s best to take care of these tasks sooner, rather than later. Father’s Day is just a blip on the calendar. But by giving Dad some valuable financial gifts, you can help brighten all his days. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
market to get a loan but the reality is plenty of money is available if you know where to look. Ask, question and listen for people wanting to invest to support your endeavors and you may be surprised who will help. Plan for the worst but hope for the best and use debt as a tool to take your business Up One Level.
you will not make any money for the first 3-6 months; or sometimes years depending on the business model and product. I’ve seen too many people open shops only to close within a year because they didn’t plan properly nor get enough financing to cover their expenses. Lines of credit are great for some types of risk because you can borrow certain amounts to get through certain times until the money comes into the bank account.
With the election I’ve personally been following the real estate market and debating whether to invest or hold. I’m trying to pay down ‘bad’ debt with high interest rates while extending ‘good’ debt for longer periods of time to free up cash. This will leave me with enough capital to approach a good investment and move forward if presented and give me the ability to wait if the numbers don’t pencil out. The theory is not enough money is in the
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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.
Should you cut the cable-TV cord? Dumping cable TV still isn’t for everyone, but it’s much more doable than it used to be. With Sling TV, PlayStation Vue, and DirecTV Now, you no longer need a cable box to get traditional cable channels. And if you want premium channels like HBO, Showtime, and Starz, you might not need a channel bundle at all. Meanwhile, streaming devices such as Roku and Amazon Fire TV have become faster and cheaper, making the switch from cable or satellite TV to streaming video even less painful. So as we start the new year, the timing seemed right for another decision guide for cutting cable TV, updat-
ing. Here’s a breakdown of why you should—or shouldn’t—ditch cable in favor of streaming video services. Do you watch a lot of cable channels? Cutting cable or satellite TV used to mean giving up traditional channels such as AMC, FX, Discovery, and Comedy Central. But the new wave of streaming TV bundles have made such sacrifices unnecessary. Sling TV, PlayStation Vue, and DirecTV Now all offer dozens of channels without the hardware rental costs, hidden fees, or the steep annual rate increases of cable. Hulu and (reportedly) YouTube are planning their own channel bundles as well. On the downside, all of these services have gaps in their channel lineups, and none of them offer live local broadcast feeds in every market. While streaming bundles can lower your TV bill, you might still need a jumbo-sized cable package to get every channel you want. How much do you value DVR? In a perfect world, DVR wouldn’t be necessary. Services like Netflix and Amazon Prime have shown us a better way, with large libraries of on-demand video that are also ad-free. But with cable channels, the on-demand selection can be patchy, and sometimes includes mandatory ads. Until that changes, DVR remains a necessity. If you opt for a streaming channel bundle, you may find DVR options lacking. PlayStation Vue offers a “cloud DVR,” but it might not work with all channels
and shows. Sling TV is working on its own DVR service, though it has its own restrictions and hang-ups. DirecTV Now doesn’t offer DVR service at all. What’s your sports diet like? Sports channels are no longer impossible to get legally without cable TV. All three streaming bundles currently offer ESPN channels and regional Fox Sports channels, and both Sling TV and PlayStation Vue offer the NFL Network and NFL Redzone. If your favorite team is out-of-market, you can subscribe to standalone streaming services for the MLB, NHL, NBA, and MLS. That said, some blind spots and caveats still exist. DirecTV’s NFL Sunday Ticket has no streaming equivalent (unless live in a dorm room, apartment com-
plex, or other location where satellite installation isn’t feasible). Getting nationally televised sporting events can also be a challenge unless you live in an area with solid antenna reception, which brings me to the next point. How much are you willing to sacrifice? If your head is starting to spin from all these possibilities, restrictions, and workarounds, you’ve stumbled upon the biggest caveat for cord-cutting: The harder you try to duplicate everything you had with cable, the more likely you are to fail. The more willing you are to let go of certain things, the easier it is to move forward. It’s no coincidence that the fastest-growing faction of people without cable are those who never had it to begin with. Younger consumers who’ve grown up watching Netflix, YouTube, and Twitch—or perhaps don’t watch as much TV as the generation before them—don’t see the value in a bloated cable bundle. They haven’t developed affinities for particular cable channels, or habits around DVR and multi-page channel guides. That brings me to my final point. How willing are you to try new things? For those who don’t feel bound to traditional cable TV channels and experiences, ditching cable can lead you to a vast amount of content, and novel
ways to enjoy it. You’ll find niche subscription services such as Seeso and Filmstruck, unique streaming apps such as Pluto TV and Crackle, troves of free video in apps like Tubi.TV and CW Seed, and news apps such as CBSN that are arguably better than the big cable networks. Meanwhile, Netflix and Amazon are rapidly building up their original video lineups, providing plenty of fresh TV entertainment outside of the cable ecosystem. There is a learning curve to all of these
offerings. After you pick a streaming box or streaming stick, you must master their interfaces and figure out how to navigate all sorts of different apps, and the experience is rarely as straightforward as thumbing through a cable guide. But if you’re willing to learn, you may find plenty to enjoy without cable, and at a fraction of the cost.
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Local Summer Fun In Menifee
By Sharon Otis
As soon as the last school bell rings, students have their mind set on one thing and one thing only, what fun thing should I do first?
Summer Movies in the Park An upcoming fun community event held in Menifee is the summer movies in the park, Friday Night Flicks. A time and place where families and friends can unite to enjoy each others company and view a movie. There are food vendors, crafts, group activities, and family picnic games available for all to enjoy. There are no entrance costs to the public thanks to sponsors for this event. Make
Page B 5 sure to bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on. Each Friday night the movie event will be held in a different park location in Menifee showcasing a different movie at each location. Please see flyer for dates and times of each event location. Activities begin at 6pm and movies start at dusk. Skates and Sounds Audie Murphy Ranch Skate Park presents
their June event, Skates and Sounds. On June 24, 2017 from 5Pm to 7Pm there will be a fun event at the skate park that includes music, competitions, games and giveaways. This event brings kids and community members together for a fun evening in a positive manor. Skaters and scooters will come to show off their skills at this fun event. Come join the competition or just come to watch as these fearless and talented skaters give you a show. Please call 951723-3880 for more information or visit www.cityofmenifee.us
Fourth of July Celebration in Menifee
By Sharon Otis
Come on out Saturday July 1st to celebrate American Independence Day at Wheatfield Park in Menifee, 30627 Menifee Road, Menifee, CA 92584. The events will begin at 4 pm. The Annual Parade will commence at 5 pm. This year two new and exciting events have been added to the festivities. There will be a CAR GIVEAWAY by Paradise Chevrolet as well as a Car Show presented by Raised Up Truck Club. There will be food, drinks, children's activities, a Beer Garden, and many other fun and entertaining activities. As we approach this important holiday we recognize every year, let's take a moment to remember why we celebrate this day. This day recognizes and celebrates the freedoms we enjoy everyday. The freedom of religion, freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, as well as many other freedoms are a result of this day and what it represents. The day that the writing of the declaration actually began was July 2nd 1776. It was only the 4th that the final wording was agreed upon and approved by all members of the Continental Congress. April of 1775 was when the Revolutionary War for freedom from Britain began and continued until September 1783. Immediately following the declaration, the country did not celebrate quite like we do now due to so many changes going on within the young country and because of the war that was ensuing. The Constitution was a particular source of conflict between the Republicans, Democrats and the Federalists. The Federalist Party soon unraveled and the Republicans and Democrats held the positions of the main 2 class parties. As far as the fireworks and recognizing the Fourth of July, celebrations began to take place more often and nearly a hundred years after the fact, Congress declared the Fourth of July a National Holiday. This holiday, let us not only enjoy our freedoms but also let us remember why we have freedom.
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Local Memorial Day Remembrance
By Sharon Otis
As Memorial day passes us and the Fourth of July lays before us, let us not forget why we celebrate Holidays such as Memorial Day. Originally referred to as Decoration Day started in 1868, this day was borne out of The Civil War and has become a day to honor all those who lost their lives fighting for their country. Decoration Day refers to the decorating of the graves of those who fought and died in
the Civil War. On the first Decoration Day at Arlington National Cemetery, General James Garfield delivered a speech where 5,000 participants helped decorate the graves of Confederate and Union Soldiers buried there. While the Northern States recognized this day since its birth, the Southern States refused to acknowledge it until World War 1 when this day was changed to honor all those who fight in any war not just the Civil War. In 1971, this day became a three day weekend. In addition to Memorial Day, some Southern States recognized other various days to honor those Confederates who died specifically in the Civil War. The States and days are as follows: Texas January 19th, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and Florida, April 26th, South Carolina,
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com May 10th, Louisiana, Tennessee, June 3rd. Some people wonder why the artificial Memorial Red Poppies become so abundant this time of year. Started by Moina Michael in the early 1900’s, she crafted, wore, and sold them to her friends, then used the money to help service men in need. In 1922 the VFW, Veterans of Foreign Wars, started a program called the Buddy Poppy Program. The VFW was the first Veterans organization to sell Red Poppies nationwide to help disabled Veterans. Later in 1948, the United States Post Office created a stamp in honor of Mrs. Michael for her role in founding the Poppy Programs. At the time the stamp was worth 3 cents. Many people honor Memorial Day by attending services, parades, and National Cemeteries, where those who have served have been buried. Those who have died in the name of this country have not died in vain. The memory of those souls have been etched into American History by recognition of this Memorial Day. Lets not wait until a holiday to think of how important these people are. Every day that we have freedom is a day to thank a Veteran.
Do You Have A Story To Share?
by Robbie Motter
Have you heard of “Ted Talks”? Michelle Bergquist, Founder CEO of Women of Influence and her team started “Sue Talks” that offers women the opportunity to tell their story and be on the platform to speak. “Ted Talks” might give a few spaces to women but it's mostly men. Sue Talks is for women only. The second “Sue Talks” event was held in San Diego
last week. The hotel room was packed with 200 other women who came to hear the talks. The speakers totally touched your heart with their stories. They are people like you and I with different jobs and job titles. What they had in common was their powerful stories. Many had never spoke on a stage before. It is about taking action not thinking about it. If you have a story to share, here is a great opportunity. “Sue Talks” is ready to interview women for their December 7th event in Orange County. You do not have to live in Orange County to share your story or to be a member of NAFE or the Women of Influence. Have an inspiring story to share. Below is the link for you to get your own application and fill out the paperwork. The selection committee will be selecting people from the applications the first week in June for the December Orange County “Sue Talks” event. They will work with you and help you polish your story. Their next San Diego “Sue Talks” will be in May 2018. The Los Angeles “Sue Talks” will be held later in 2018 and then taking it across the country. Remember we all have a story to share and sometimes we just have to step out of our comfort zone and take action. https://connectedwomenofinfluence.com/be-a-suetalks-presenter/
The Ripple Effect
by Robbie Motter
Melissa Hull Gallemore is an Award-Winning Artist, Author, International Keynote Speaker, Host of “The Ripple Effect” TV Show, and Founder of Water Safety For Kids. Her newly released book, “Lessons from Neverland”, is a memoir that recounts her harrowing past and journey through tragedy that ultimately led her toward discovering her soul’s purpose. She is beautiful inside and out and with a big heart. She touches lives and makes a difference and Water
Safety for Kids is one of her passions. She lives in Arizona and travels globally to give speeches. She is in Dubai for the second time as a keynote speaker. She interviews, as well, men and women all over the country for her National Television Show "The Ripple Effect", produced by Kevin Arnold. She is a business and personal development coach who mentors others through the bereavement process. She lost her four year old son who drowned in an agricultural canal in Arizona. None of those canals have fences or any safety devices around them, so they are focal points for young chil-
dren to go for. She decided she would become an advocate for Water Safety for Kids. Melissa has always been drawn toward connecting with people particularly those who are struggling to develop tools for overcoming trauma. In her work as an intuitive and healing arts practitioner, with an emphasis on spiritual development, she guides her clients toward releasing toxic patterns formed out of painful past experiences. As a Certified Usui Holy Fire Reiki Master, Melissa channels pure light energy in order to attune her students toward a peaceful, open, and joyful way of living that transcends anxiety and temporary discomforts. She has been interviewed by several media outlets, international and domestic, including CNBC, WBTV, The Khaleej Times, Inspired 2 Speak Network, The Umbrella Syndicate, The Dave Crane Show, The Ace Michaels Show, Icon Advisor Magazine and The Daily Sun. Melissa has shared the stage with many notable speakers such as, James Dentley, Kara Scott Dentley, Bill Walsh, Kevin Harrington, Forbes Riley, and Steve and Pasha Carter. She has agreed to be one of the NAFE Conference Speakers for 2018. She has received numerous awards for her work including the 2017 “Call To Service Award” from the President of the United States as well as numerous other awards from dignitaries and others from across the globe. Melissa Hull Gallemore Email: melissa@melissahull.com Website: http://melissahullgallemore. com/
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Local GFWC Presented 6 Scholarships
By Robbie Motter
The Menifee/Sun City Women's Club and its predecessors, the Sun City Women's Club formed in 1963, and the Menifee Valley Women’s Club formed in 1987 have funded scholarships for high school and college students since their early
could not join us because our meeting time conflicted with her class schedules. English is her second language, therefore learning medical terminology has been a real challenge for her. Our main contact person, Audrey Smith from the Heritage HS in the Counseling Department was in attendance. She is our main contact person to pick up all the completed application packages. For more information on the GFWC Women's Club, contact Carolyn Follis, President at carolynfollis@ gmail.com or 951-246-7314.
From left to right: Carolyn Follis Club President, Andrea Cadaing from Heritage HS, Daniella Murray from Heritage HS, Monica Cisneros Orozco from Heritage HS, Miranda Bell from Heritage HS, Paige Worthington from Santa Rosa Academy, Not pictured is Iryna Becerra from Mt. San Jacinto College
years. The club continues with its tradition of helping young women with their educational expenses in their quests to gain the knowledge for productive careers throughout their lives. The Women’s Club recently presented their 2017 scholarship recipients: All reported outstanding scholastic achievement and are looking forward to an exciting collegiate experience. This year the scholarship program was able to give out six scholarships. About our scholarship students Andrea Cadaing from Heritage HS At the time of her application Andrea had a 4.1 overall GPA. She is planning to attend University of California in San Diego to study Biology. Eventually she wants to either be a Physician or Physician’s Assistant. She was also accepted by UC Berkeley. Daniella Murray from Heritage HS. At the time of her application she had a 4.04 overall GPA. She is planning to attend San Diego State University to study Biology and Sociology. Monica Cisneros Orozco from Heritage HS. Monica is planning to attend California State University at their San Marcos Campus to study Criminal Justice. Miranda Bell from Heritage HS. When Miranda applied for our scholarship her overall GPA was 4:0. She will attend University of California Davis to study Materials Science Engineering for her Bachelor's. Then she plans to transfer to UC Santa Barbara to receive her Material Science Engineering. Paige Worthington from Santa Rosa Academy When Paige applied for her scholarship, her GPA was 4.25. She will attend California Baptist University and study Liberal Arts. Iryna Becerra from Mt. San Jacinto College. We selected Iryna who is a student in the RN Program with a 3.84 GPA. At the time of her application, she
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Are You New In Menifee/Sun City Area?
Do you like to help great causes? Meet new people? The GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women's Club invites you to become part of their group. Carolyn Follis, the current 2017-2018 President invites YOU to join the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women's Club. This is a club that supports so many great projects in the area. Here are just a few: Menifee Valley Cupboard, Alternatives to Domestic Violence, Crime Watch, plus their annu-
ment and dessert event planned for Sunday August 27th from 2 to 5pm at Webb Hall with eleven entertainers like; Jerome Robinson, former lead singer with the Platter, Fleet Easton, Singer/ Dancer known as the Prince of Palm Springs who has his star on the Walk of Stars, Jonnie Fox, lead singer with the Satinette's, Nicole Farrell, Robin Uncapher, Robbie Moss Manning, Jacqueline Bonnapart, Camryn Creeger and Robert Hollywood who will produce and perform at the event. We are awaiting a few more confirmations and then we will be creating the flyer and selling the tickets for $10.00 for the event. The event will feature desserts, ice tea
al scholarship program, coupons for veterans and more. The GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women's Club membership is $50.00 annually, and renewals are $40.00. They are now taking applications for their coming year. Over the summer they prepare their membership directory, so joining now will get you listed. The Club meets September to May on the 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 am at Sun City Web Hall, 26850 Sun City Blvd. Menifee, CA and each luncheon meeting has a great speaker introducing you to other things that are happening in the area and a short business meeting. Even though they do not have official meetings in the summer they do have events planned like a Hawaiian Luncheon event in June, Bunco parties and more. They are currently working on the planning of Extravaganza 3, an entertain-
and lemonade. The past two Extravaganzas have been sold out. This event will be a benefit for the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women's Club and the Menifee Valley Lions Club. Both groups do much for our community and many of the members are members of both clubs. Contact Robbie Motter 951-255-9200 to get on the list to receive the flyer for the event or email rmotter@aol.com Don't delay, join today. Contact Robbie Motter, VP of membership 951-2559200, email rmotter@aol.com to get your application or contact Carolyn Follis, President at 951-246-7314 or email carolynfollis@gmail.com for more information on the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women's Club. If you're new to Sun City/Menifee area it's a great place to form new friendships as well. Join us as we continue to reach out to make a difference in the community.
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City Vehicle License Fees Reinstated through new formula to Menifee The City of Menifee announced that California Governor Jerry Brown signed SB 130, reinstating Vehicle License Fees (VLF) back to the City of Menifee along with the Cities of Wildomar, Jurupa Valley and Eastvale. In a signing press conference today at 10am, elected officials joined the Governor and thanked Senator Richard Roth and Assemblywoman Cervantes for their continued regional partnership in correcting the six year old parity issue derived from a policy decision in 2011 striping the City of nearly a total of $25M collectively. The Menifee City Council were present to witness the reinstatement of the City’s $4.5M annual revenue stream
that is critical for City services. “After many attempts to reinstate Vehicle License Fees back to Menifee, we are ever so grateful to receive these funds to pay for critical services, said Councilwoman Lesa Sobek. “We never gave up hope and we extend our sincerest gratitude to the Senator and Assemblywoman for their vigilant efforts, as this was not about party politics for the City, but a real local issue affecting our ability to provide services.” Early long-term budget projections showed that two sources of revenue were needed to close the $20M deficit for status quo services. In November 2016, Menifee residents passed Measure DD, a 1% sales tax measure for public safety, infrastructure, and road repairs and maintenance to help bridge the funding gap and not cut critical services. With the recent reinstatement of VLF through a property tax formula from Budget Trailer Bill Senate Bill (SB) 130, the City now has the second required funding
stream to add additional services to keep pace as the fastest growing city in Southwest Riverside County.
Menifee honored as 2017 Playful City USA community The City of Menifee announced today that it has been designated as a “2017 Playful City USA” community, one of only 31 California cities to be honored this year. Playful City USA honors cities and towns across the country for putting the needs of families first, so kids can learn, grow and develop important life skills. These communities are recognized for transforming ordinary places into playful spaces, and using play as a solution to the challenges facing their residents. The 2017 Playful City USA recognition includes 258 communities from Virginia to California that make it as easy as possible for kids to play. In total, these communities feature more than 14,000 safe and engaging playspaces, which serve more than 4 million kids. “The City of Menifee works hard to provide outstanding classes, clean and safe parks and community programs to encourage Menifee residents to be active and enjoy the beautiful city in which we live,” said Menifee Mayor Neil R. Winter. “We are proud to receive this designation and we’re motivated to continue building a strong, active community in Menifee.” Since its incorporation in 2008, the City of Menifee has worked to advance play in the community through a variety of partnerships, policies and programs, including its Living Healthy, Building Community project. Additionally, the City is committed to improving resident’s quality of life by providing safe and well-maintained parks and dedicated open spaces for its residents now and in the future.
“With the funding gap for the Scott Road Interchange growing smaller, the reinstatement of the VLF could not have come at a better time,” said Mayor Neil R. Winter. “As a City Council we assure our residents that these funds will be used with the resident’s best interest in mind, and now with both Measure DD funding and with the VLF reinstatement formula, we can finally start the process to close the $20M deficit created from the loss of VLF and rising public safety costs.” With feedback from the community, the City created a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan to provide direction for development, re-development, expansion and enhancements of the city's park system, open spaces, trails, recreation facilities and program services. Through two new ordinances,
City Council adopted in 2014, Menifee requires developers to provide park dedication, or in-lieu fees for the requirement, for new residential developments within the city aimed at increasing the quality of life for Menifee residents. “It’s a huge honor to be named a Playful City USA,” said Interim City Manager Ron Bradley. “It not only validates the many programs staff is implementing to encourage Menifee residents to get outside and be active, receiving this designation makes the city eligible to apply for large grants to help fund more programs and initiatives to promote an active youth community.” Menifee is one of only 258 cities nationwide recognized as a Playful City USA community by KaBOOM!, a national nonprofit that creates places to play, inspires communities to promote and support play, and works to drive the national discussion about the importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives. Since 1996, KaBOOM! has collaborated with partners to build, open or improve nearly 16,700 playgrounds, engaged more than 1 million volunteers and served 8.5 million kids. For more about the Playful City USA program, visit www.playfulcityusa.org.
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Pet Buzz New Online Licensing Services Available for Menifee Pet Owners The City of Menifee is pleased to announce, in partnership with the City’s animal control provider Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV), that online dog & cat licensing and renewal services are now available for Menifee pet owners. Menifee residents who have a current rabies vaccination and spay/neuter certificate (if applicable), for their dogs or cats and are due for a license renewal, can now complete this process from the comfort of their own home or online from any computer. Pet owners can upload and updated photos of their animals, as well as download any necessary forms to complete the licensing process. “The City of Menifee is proud to partner with AFV in providing control services for the safety of our residents, and pet population,” said Menifee District 1 Councilman Greg August.
“With new online licensing capabilities, provided by AFV, it not only assists our senior residents whom some are home bound, but also our pet residents-our licensing program supports the reuniting of lost pets with their owners, reduces fatal diseases, and assists the city with funding other services for rescue, sheltering and basic animal care.” For more information or to access the online payment portal, please visit www.CityofMenifee.us, under City Services and then Animal Services, or please visit animalfriendsofthevalleys. com and follow the link under located at the top of the page. For assistance with this process, residents are encouraged to please call (951) 674-0618 and ask to speak with an AFV licensing department representative. Within the City of Menifee, Animal Friends of the Valleys provides animal control services, while Riverside County Animal Services San Jacinto Shelter provides animal sheltering for the City. For more information, please contact Gina Gonzalez, City of Menifee Economic Development Manager, at ggonzalez@cityofmenfiee.us or (951) 672-6777 or Animal Friends of the Valleys at (951) 674-0618.
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Sweet Oaks experiencing a dynamic transformation under new ownership Heather Petersen, founder and Chief Executive Officer of National Merchants Association (NMA), recently purchased Sweet Oaks Ranch, a 40-acre equestrian facility and vineyard property in the heart of Temecula horse and wine country. “I am proud to be the new owner of Sweet Oaks,” Petersen said. “It is a very special place that has great potential to become a premier destination for members of the local community and visitors from around the world.” The property, conveniently located near the intersection of Highway 79 and Pauba Road at 43240 Los Corralitos Road, is just 15 minutes from Old Town Temecula. Petersen has selected one of the country’s most well-respected equestrians, Jess Hargrave, to serve as the head trainer for Sweet Oaks. Hargrave is a Certified Level III coach with a wide range of specialties ranging from U.S. Pony Club to dressage and eventing. Sweet Oaks is equipped with stateof-the-art equestrian training equipment, facilities and amenities including top-flight horse barns with 28 stalls, two large are-
nas complete with covered viewing area and 24/7 onsite security. Petersen, who built NMA from a home-based business into a multi-million dollar payments industry giant, has big plans for the property. Her vision includes a destination wedding venue, a wine
production facility, and the ability to host private, corporate and live music events. “We are excited about the plans that we have for Sweet Oaks,” Petersen said. “We are committed to creating first-class venues where memories will be made to last a lifetime.”