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U.S. Army Sgt. John Phillips Rodriguez laid to rest

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A sinkhole about 5 miles west of the Riverside and Orange County line on the Ortega Highway has resulted in a long-term closure California Highway Patrol and Caltrans announced Wednesday, Jan. 25. see page A-3

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City to help Hemet’s Ramona Pageant Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Hemet City Council, has approved up to $5,000 in in kind services for a first time ever Ramona Pageant play kickoff the weekend of April 1. see page A-4

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Military burial detail carries the casket of fallen U.S. Army Sgt. John Phillips Rodriguez to the Riverside National Cemetery Memorial Garden Tony Ault photo where he was given full military honors.

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Extended family members, soldiers and sailors gathered Wednesday, Jan. 25, at Valle Vista Assembly of God Church in Hemet to celebrate the life of U.S. Army Sgt. John Phillips Rodriguez who

died during “Operation Spartan Shield” in Kuwait.

In a show of honor and support for their fallen fellow soldier from the 2nd Engineer Battalion 1st Brigade and the Rodriguez family, a contingent of his comrades in arms with his commanding officer Brig. General Joel Tyler, Deputy

Commanding General of the Rear 1st Armored Division from Fort Bliss, Texas, attended.

Rodriguez, who was deployed to Kuwait in “Operation Spartan Shield” as an engineer with the 2nd Engineer Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, died Jan. 12 in a noncombat related incident

that is still under investigation, according to the U.S. Department of Defense.

He was married to Jasmin Rodriguez in August 2016. Attending the service were his wife; father, John Rodriguez; mother, Janell

see RODRIGUEZ, page A-3

Incurable disease presents a challenge and a hope for Menifee boy and his family Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Billy Ojeda was running around his house showing off his latest Star Wars toy just like any 5-year-old might do. He wrestled with his little sister Abby and paper wads were flying for a time.

Then barefooted-Billy ran to his father, Chris Ojeda of Menifee.

“I’m tired. I want rest,” Billy said.

Yet, with another burst of energy he asked if he could go on the family electronic tablet.

“In a little while,” said his dad.

A normal family moment?

Yet, underlying all the noisy childish commotion in the home was a truth that brings sadness and even a little fear to the entire family.

Billy suffers from a rare, yet incurable disease. It is called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

A slowly debilitating and terminal

The Ojeda family in their Menifee home from left, mom Steffi, Abby, 3, Ily, 8, Billy, 5, and dad Chris.

see BILLY, page A-5

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Chinese students invite locals to Chinese New Year celebration Paul Bandong PBANDONG@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Two students dressed as holy leaders distributed red envelopes to lucky audience members at the Chinese New Year Cultural Celebration held Jan. 28, at Shivela Middle School.

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All around the globe, about a fifth of the world’s population is celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year, a public holiday in China, Hong Kong, Macau and nine other Asian countries.

Here in Murrieta, Tower Bridge International Education invited the public to a “great cultural experience for the entire family” as they celebrated the Chinese New Year Cultural Celebration at Shivela Middle School Saturday, Jan. 28.

The event included traditional Asian cuisine, workshops, art exhibits and a talent show.

Murrieta Mayor Pro-Tem Jonathan Ingram welcomed TBI Education co-founder Joaquin Lim, California Regional Director Sabrina Chang and Senior Academic Director Guy Romero.

“2017 will be a great year for Murrieta, Tower Bridge International and the Murrieta Valley Unified School District as we create educational connections between our great schools,” said Ingram.

Murrieta’s Economic Development Director Bruce Coleman told the crowd it is important to connect the rising economic influence of china in the world.

see NEW YEAR, page A-6

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Ortega Highway closed to through traffic due to sinkhole Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A sinkhole about 5 miles west of the Riverside and Orange County line on the Ortega Highway has resulted in a long-term closure California Highway Patrol and Caltrans announced Wednesday, Jan. 25.

“What we have right now is a hard closure on Highway 74, the Ortega Highway,” CHP Public Information Officer Mike Lassig said.

“It will be closed for approximately three weeks.”

The roadway will be closed in both directions from the intersections of Antonio Parkway La Pata Avenue Eastbound, and Highway 74 and Nichols Institute Road Westbound.

Caltrans is currently assessing the situation, Lassig said.

“They are only going to let residents through; no through traffic will be allowed,” Lassig said.

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cess, nothing other than residents.”

Motorists should look for alternate routes, Lassig said.

“They are going to have to take alternate routes such as Highway 76, Highway 78 or the 91 Freeway,” Lassig said. “Motorists should avoid the area.”

Updates on the closure can be found online by visiting www. dot.ca.gov and clicking on current highway conditions.

Hemet Measure U Oversight Committee soon to be named Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Hemet City Council began its interview process Tuesday, Jan. 31, to find seven registered Hemet voters to serve on the Measure U Oversight Committee to track funds spent from the 1 percent sales tax voted into law in November 2016.

As of Jan. 25, Hemet City Clerk Sara McComas reported they had received 37 applicants for positions on the Oversight Committee. Several other applied but later pulled their applications.

A group of residents that supported Measure U, a general sales tax, have demanded the city council spend the estimated $10 million per year sales tax revenue only on the fire, police and city emergency services and not for other departments. The city council complied pledging in ordinance to spend it only for needed fire, police and medical services. A short time after the measure passed Councilman Paul Ravers resigned leaving his seat still open. The council is in the process of finding and appointing his replacement for the remaining almost two-year term.

After the 2016 election and the Measure U passage, the two newest councilmembers Karlee Meyer and Michael Perciful took their seats and pledged to make sure the money is only spent on public safety. They voted with current Mayor Linda Krupa and Councilmember Bonnie Wright to form the Oversight Committee as an additional safeguard.

Some of those applying for the Oversight committee, like Eric Gosh, former Police Chief Richard Dana, retired police sergeant Charles Stedman and retired fire captain Jeff Retmier strongly supported the measure. Others may not have supported the measure but want to be on the committee to be sure the Measure U money is spent for public safety purposes.

The current four-member council choose to break itself into two separate ad hoc committees to begin the interview process because of the long list of applicants. They hope to name the new committee this month following the interviews possibly at the next regular city council meeting Tuesday, Feb. 7. The interviews were scheduled to take place at the Hemet Public Library on the second

floor Tuesday, Jan. 31.

Those applying for the oversight committee as of Jan. 26 include: Gosch, Dana, Stedman, Marion Allen, Jennise Arcui, John Bettencourt, Richard Biber, Kris Covey, Sharon Dana, James Darby, Robert Davis, John Doddridge, Daniel Goodrich, Brad Hyman, Tim Jensen and Kathryn Jensen-Robinson.

Also, Ernest Jiles, Suzzane Kozma, Eric Leaman, Miguel Madrid, Marie McDonald, Emily McDonough, Keith Meissner, Curt Nordal, Robert Piegari, Livanios Pilitsis, Fred Reno, Robin Rickert, George Sararu, Greg Vasquez, Corey Wallace, Robert Watts, Carole Wolf and Antoinette Wolfard.

Since the first of the year, the police and fire chiefs after receiving the go-ahead from the council to begin locating and hiring badly new public safety officers even before Measure U revenue begins coming to the city April. In December 2016, $2.2 million in special budget funding was approved by the council for the immediate recruitment and early hiring for the departments with the assurance the expenditure will be repaid by Measure U revenues.

RODRIGUEZ from page A-1 Rodriguez; two sisters, Julia Shaw and Cheyenne Blue and many aunts, uncles and cousins, mostly from the Hemet area.

Unfortunately, following the church celebration of life service his aunt and uncle Kevin and Connie Rodriguez while riding a motorcycle with funeral procession escorts the Patriot Guard, were involved in an injury traffic accident on the I-215 Freeway at the Romona Expressway. They were unable to attend the formal military graveside service at the Riverside National Cemetery that afternoon. Both were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. It was reported he suffered a broken leg in the accident. She was shaken up but not injured.

During the church service, Tyler told the family while he never met then Specialist Engineer John Phillips Rodriguez he learned “was a very good soldier and very highly regarded.” With that, the general posthumously presented the soldier with a promotion to Sergeant and a distinguished service medal. 1st Lt. Julieann Knowlton, from his unit at Fort Bliss, echoed the General saying, “He was just wonderful. A very good soldier.”

The General also presented mother Janell Rodriguez with an American Gold Star Mothers award, a special award honoring mothers who have lost their sons or daughters in the service of their country.

Val Vista Assembly Pastor Randy Jones led off the open casket memorial service with the opening prayer followed by the “Lay Me Down.”

Sgt. Rodriguez’s West Valley High School NROTC instructor Chief Ed Aguilar officiating eulogized the soldier in many kind words spoken by his family, friends and schoolmates and pointed to a little known fact the soldier loved his hot Cheetos and how well he was respected by the other cadets.

His praises were also sung later at the burial service by his cousin U.S. Army Pvt. Tyler Sarenana who was inspired to join the Army

by Sgt. Rodriguez. “We went into the service together,” Pvt. Sarenana said. “We grew up together. We both wanted to go into the service… .You know he always had your back. He would support you all the way.”

It turned out Pvt. Sarenana, who was also the flag bearer for Gen. Tyler at the graveside memorial service, went into the 501st Aviation Mountain Division that is training at Fort Bliss for a mission in Germany.

“We felt we had a higher purpose and wanted to defend everything we had,” Sarenana said as the reason the young men joined the Army. “I hope my family comes through this

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Brig. General Joel Tyler, Deputy Commanding General of the 1st Armored Division from Fort Bliss, Texas, kneels before John Rodriguez, Sr. to present the Nation’s Flag to him in honor of his son Sgt. John Phillips Rodriguez who died serving his country while deployed in Kuwait.

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OK. Learning more than less,” he said joining with his family at the Riverside National Cemetery that afternoon.

General Tyler personally presented Sgt. Rodriguez’s wife, father and mother a flag that was draped over the casket at the graveside service.

In the background, the fallen soldier was given a seven-gun military send off. California Gov. Jerry Brown also ordered the American flags at the state Capitol be flown at halfmast in honor of Sgt. Rodriguez.

The nonprofit Patriot Guard and local veterans, who escorted by motorcycle the more than mile long funeral procession from Hemet to the cemetery, also presented the family with a plaque honoring their son. He will be buried at the Riverside National Cemetery with the many other military heroes who died defending the Nation.

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City to help Hemet’s Ramona Pageant play kickoff festivities Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Hemet City Council, continuing its support for the downtown Hemet historical revitalization effort by local merchants, has approved up to $5,000 in in kind services for a first time ever Ramona Pageant play kickoff the weekend of April 1.

The Ramona Pageant Association that for the past 54 years puts on the historic play based on Helen Hunt Jacksons “Ramona” novel in their slate of planned activities for this years’ play, came up with the idea to join with the regular Saturday craft fair activities on Harvard and Front Streets. It also coincides with a planned Central County United Way annual food truck festival at the Fingerprints Youth Museum on Carmalita Street. The Ramona Pageant play first time ever kickoff event set April 1 will be called the “Ramona Spring Festival.”

“This is sort of a special event that will kick off the Ramona season and to provide an economic development opportunity for businesses and nonprofits that are in the downtown area,” said City Manager Alex Meyerhoff introducing the event to the council.

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He said this event would be for one day but saw the possibility that it would become a weekend event in the future.

It was also mentioned that on the Friday night before the event would be a special dramatic play related to “Ramona,” California’s only official outdoor play, performed at the Diamond Valley Arts Center on North Harvard.

Lori Van Arsdale, representing the Ramona Pageant Association, explained to the council how the Ramona Spring Festival would benefit the city, the merchants and the nonprofits and gave a brief history of Hemet and San Jacinto’s efforts to promote the play. She said City Councilwoman Linda Krupa, who sits on the Ramona Pageant Board, came up with the kickoff event. “it is a great kickoff for the Nation’s longest running outdoor play… It is an 1860s-theme event and we want people dress up and have fun.”

Following the presentation, the council in a 4-0 unanimous vote approved the festival idea and urged members of the audience to spread the word and turn out for the April 1 festivities.

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Hemet Fire Chief Scott Brown reported to the council that the department now has three paramedics in training, three candidates being screened, a new battalion chief with two more internal candidates for chief positions. The recruiting action will enhance the department and be included in 45 positions to be filled with the funding from the recently passed Measure U onecent sales tax.

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Local BILLY from page A-1 disease. It is usually diagnosed in childhood and afterward requires years of therapy, wheelchair time, slow respiratory failure and ultimately death. It is rare a victim of DMD will live into his or her teens or early 20s.

The Ojeda family, Chris, wife Stephanie, Abigale, 2, and Ily (I love you), 8, shortly after purchasing a new home in the Harvester Lake area of Menifee, learned that little Billy was suffering from DMD. It has been just a little over a year since they learned of Billy’s illness.

“I thought there was no joy in my life,” said Chris who had to quit his work to care for his son. “There is no cure. No treatment at this time.

We went through a rough period of despair and hopelessness.”

“There are days that are dark,” said mother Stephanie a busy high school teacher. “Days when you are hit with the reality more than other days.”

While Billy still runs around the house, wrestles, and does almost all of the other things a child that age would do, he is limited. He tires very easily, says Chris. “He can’t jump like other kids. He wants to climb the stairs to go to the bedrooms where all the toys are, but he can’t.” Chris takes him up the stairs because if Billy uses his leg muscles too much they will stiffen sooner.

The DMD is created by certain mutated gene called the dystrophin gene found in the X (male) chromosome. While other chromosomes in the body (Y chromosomes) can compensate in girls, it is not the same for boys. The result in children like Billy, is the muscles when overused, continue to build and stiffen. It may look like the victim is muscular in the younger years but the muscles (particularly in the calves) are stiff and begin deteriorating. The stiffening often causes the victim pain and discomfort. Soon, disfigurement appears and an inability to use the limbs occurs.

Once upstairs dad or mom now help Billy carefully exercise his legs and arms at least one hour a day.

Regular medications, some very strong like prednisone, need to be administered to control his pain and swelling. There are devices used in sleep that can help which have to be installed at night by the parent or caregiver, noted Chris.

Chris now finds himself taking Billy to seven to 12 doctor’s appointments a month, researching possible clinical trials for DMD, visiting a physical DMD therapist and finding some social activities and outings for Billy that he can enjoy. He helps out with caring for Abby and sometimes finds some time with Ily’s school activities.

How does family cope with DMD? The Ojeda family is continuing to adjust to Billy’s medical situation but remain hopeful that there will come a clinical trial that will one day, and soon, give Billy a longer, more productive life. They are reaching out not only for just that right clinical trial but to other parents facing similar circumstances.

They have found many of their dreams have been lost with Billy’s prognosis, but regardless remain determined to provide him with the best quality of life. “We want him to have some leeway,” says Stephanie.

“We want to let him be a kid.”

“We are going to make memories,” said Chris. As a family they regularly go and enjoy swimming that is easy for Billy and therapeutic.

“Swimming is a part of my life now.”

This past week they planned to visit Legoland where it may not be too strenuous. Other plans are being made for the whole family while the children are still young.

Chris said Billy would need to be in a chair for the entire trip, but is an opportunity offered by the park they can’t pass up.

They said they have found in their Romoland Calvary Chapel people who care and love them and are strengthening their Christian faith.

“We have met a lot of very caring people who have been very kind and supportive,” Chris said. “He is God’s child.” The three children all attend Calvary Christian School in Murrieta.

Stephanie tells other parents who may have children with DMD or other terminal illnesses, “While I am still in denial and he looks normal I still am scared of the time when he gets worse.” To cope she says she prays, seeks out the prayers of others, reads the Bible and continues to research and learn about DMD and better ways to treat it. “Research all you can,” she says.

She said for other mothers and fathers to seek out prayers from others, read the Bible and have faith.

As for sisters Ily and Abby, Chris says they “still have joy in their life.” They run and play with Billy,

House and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. They have participated in local 5K runs for Muscular Dystrophy and helped in other ways.

Still, Chris says they are continuing to seek ways to provide Billy the with best quality of life he can have.

First, they are seeking a clinical trial that would be the best for Billy and then looking for an electric chair lift so that he can get to the upstairs when he wants to.

Currently there are no orphan drugs approved for treating DMD, but there are 27 orphan drugs designated for treating Duchenne. Now they are near ending phase 2 for four possible DMD drugs and being readied for phase 3 studies. They include

Ataluren, Drisapersen, Etepirsen and Cialis according to www.raredr.com.

Chris said there is a possibility of clinical trials for DMD drugs at USC and Davis he is considering.

Chris said they want to choose the best clinical trial for Billy that might come up and hope it will be the actual drug or treatment not a placebo. “We want it to be right for him,” Chris said.

In addition, Chris, an information technologist, is hoping to establish some type funding program for Billy that could help with the considerable medical expenses.

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In Loving Memory DAVID PATRICK BIBER Beloved Husband, Father, Son & Friend July 31, 1969 – February 2, 2011 The years go by but you are in our hearts and minds every day. We will always remember the good times and that ever-present “David Biber Smile” that brought so much joy to our lives. Rest peacefully in the arms of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ until we come to join you in the heavenly choir and praise God for all His mercy and love throughout eternity.

I will not forget this awful time As I grieve over my loss, Yet still I dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends!

His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning.

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David will always be remembered with love by his parents, Richard and Sharon Biber, his wife Malissa and their children Katie, Jason, Benjamin and Sarah; brother Pastor Robert Biber of Brandon, South Dakota, and his family, wife Kammi, children Samantha, Christopher, Brianna and Joshua; brother Reverend Dr. Paul

Biber of Saginaw, Michigan, and his family, wife Becky, children Elijah, Grace and Hannah and many other relatives and friends.

Chinese exchange students shared the cultural experience of Chinese New Year with the community of Murrieta at an event held Jan. 28 at Shivela Middle School.

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NEW YEAR from page A-1 “This partnership between MVUSD, the City of Murrieta and TBI encourages teacher/student exchanges,” he said.

Coleman and Ingram announced plans for providing scholarships for such exchanges.

“This event is significant in that it brings the community together as one,” said Chang. “China has a history that dates back 5,000 years and this is a great opportunity to promote cultural awareness and share our traditions and cultures.”

The event featured lion dances and dragon dances throughout the afternoon. The auditorium program included dances, martial arts demonstrations, dramatic and comedic presentations, singing, and of course the distribution of red envelopes.

Workshops included creating Spring Festival Couplets, painting hand fans, designing paper cut-outs for window decorations, making hanging flags and mini kites and paper lanterns, learning calligraphy and Chinese knots, doing facial makeup.

Out on the playground, children were playing with diabolos, pushing tin circles with a stick, tossing chopsticks into a vase, transferring marbles from one bowl to another with chopsticks, twirling mats, and solving puzzles.

“The TBI Education partnership is in its fourth year,” said Romero.

“There are only five locations in the United States, North Carolina, Colorado, Washington State, New Mexico and California selected for their educational excellence, family-oriented communities, and location. Murrieta is the only location in California at this time. It has excellent schools, a welcoming community and is centrally-located to LA, Orange County, San Diego.

We started here with 17 students, grew to 65, then to 150. We currently have 250 students on shortterm (30-day) programs and 150

enrolled for the whole school year.”

TBI Education pays MVUSD tuition of $10,500 per full-year student.

“They are not a financial burden on the school system,” said Romero who is a former assistant superintendent with MVUSD. “In fact, the monies are welcomed by the district for use in augmenting certain budget items that may not otherwise be funded.”

“It’s a wonderful experience,” said Darryl Lauritzen, who is hosting two middle school Chinese boys. “I heard about the program through a friend and my family had been a host to exchange students from Japan, Brazil, and Germany when I was growing up. This is my first time to host as an adult.

The Lauritzen family has three children of their own, ages 12, 11 and 8.

“They all get along well and play together. We’ve already gone to Knott’s Berry Farm and the bowling alley. They have to play ‘charades’ sometimes to communicate and they are normal 12 year olds,” he said.

Lauritzen cited the biggest challenge as learning about cultural expectations.

“They enjoy spaghetti, hamburgers, and peanut butter and jelly,” said Lauritzen. “They cooked us dinner one night. Fried potatoes and pepper.”

Hundreds of local residents joined the Chinese students and their host families for the day of celebration and cultural awareness.

Despite early Communist government efforts to abolish it, the traditional holiday is alive and well brought to the nearby in the community of Murrieta through an international student exchange program. Gung Hay Fat Choi!

Host families receive $900 per month per student for room and board. For more information on becoming a host family, email homestay@TBIedu.us, call 800780-0682 or visit www.TBIedu.us

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Natalia Jimenez, 8, must make a decision which Jenga block to pull out without collapsing the stack at one of the many activities offered by more than 20 Riverside County organizations that sponsor mentors for children and families to help them learn needed academic and life skills. The event was held at the first Riverside County Mentor Collaborative Fair at the Simpson Center in Hemet, Jan. 26. Explaining the challenge is Community Action Program mentor Valeria Jimenez.

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Children and their families from the Hemet San Jacinto Valley took the opportunity to visit the first Riverside County Mentor Collaborative Fair presented by the County of Riverside Community Action Partnership Jan. 26, at the Simpson Center in Hemet.

More than 20 Riverside County organizations offering mentors and help for children and families to improve their academic and life skills set up tables at the Simpson Center to provide information about

their organizations, offer mentoring and other needed services. Each table provided a healthy learning activity for the visiting children from Jenga Block challenges to a Health Eating Game Board. It was an afternoon of fun and learning for all who attended. If the children showed they participated in each of the table games they received a free backpack from the CAP. Alida Plascencia, CAP program manager, said it was the first time for them to present the Riverside County Mentor Collaborative Fair.

“It is National Mentoring Month,” said Plascencia. “We are here

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Murrieta Fire & Rescue is proud to announce that Deputy Fire Chief David Lantzer has achieved the Executive Fire Officer certification from the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Fire Chief Scott Ferguson presented Lantzer with his framed Executive Fire Officer certificate at the Murrieta City Council meeting Dec. 20. As a student in the Executive Fire Officer program, Lantzer pursued a path of professional development that spanned four years. The program contains a diverse executive-level cur-

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to bring mentoring awareness to children and families in the community.” She said all the organizations at the fair provide mentoring services to youth and were there to let people know just what was available to them to improve their academic and social skills. “This is our first time in Hemet,” she said. “Mentors help children learn academic and life skills, the value of sports and the arts and learn how to become a good citizen.”

Helping with the special event were CAP specialists Josephine Fernandez, Lilly Cardoza and Valeria Jimenez who were at the front table taking applications for mentors.

“We really need male mentors,” said Plascencia. “We need them for 100 youngsters, maybe more on our waiting list.” She urged men in the community who would like to be mentors for children to apply at the website www.capriverside.org.

The CAP presented Mount San Jacinto College student Holly Aragon with a certificate of appreciation for her work in designing the Mentor Collaborative Fair brochure handed out to all the fair visitors.

Aragon, was helped through some very difficult times while she was in high school by Hemet Life Center Mentor Raphaela Palacios. Now Aragon, 20, is a student at MSJC determined to earn her English degree and desirous of becoming a mentor herself.

“She is a very bright young lady,” said mentor Palacios. “She found a great deal of joy in her classes.”

Aragon urged her peers and other

students to seek out the help of mentors. “Even though you are in special ed or otherwise there always someone to help,” she said referring to the areas mentoring organizations.

She said her mentor, Palacios “she is such a nice person. She makes you smile all the time and helped me with all I needed. They really help you a lot.”

The groups at the Hemet Mentor Collaborative Fair included: MSJC, Credit.org, Hope Collaborative, My City Youth Center, Riverside University Health Services (RUHS)-Behavioral Health and Treatment, RUHS-Public Health Family Planning, California Family Life Center-Empower Youth Program, Girl Scouts, IEFP Health Plan, Oak Grove Center-Thrive

ILP, Job Corps, Community Action Partnership, Center Against Sexual Assault, Grace International Education Consulting, Banning Family Community Health Center, Riverside County DPSS-COB, RUSD-PRIME Program, ValleyWide Recreation and Park District, Come Back Kids-RCOE, GRID Alternative IE, Inland Health Professions Coalition, Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health Inc. and Simplex United Business & Career Center.

Any of the organizations offer help or services in mentoring or family consultation.

For more information about the CAP program email alpasce@ capriverside.org

Alida Plascencia, Riverside Community Action Partnership program manager a MSJC student Holly Aragon, who with the help of her Hemet Life Center Mentor Raphaela Palacios (right) navigated through some difficult life challenges to finish high school and attend college. A certificate of appreciation was handed Holly for her design of the first Riverside County Mentor Collaborative Fair held at the Hemet Simpson Center Jan. 26.

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Teen suspected of killing woman in DUI wreck MURRIETA – A 17-year-old girl was arrested Tuesday, Jan. 24, on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter for killing a woman whose car she hit while driving under the influence of drugs on a Murrieta street in the middle of a rainstorm.

The suspect, identified only as a Perris girl, allegedly killed 26-yearold Leah Reay of Wildomar Sunday night at the intersection of Mur-

rieta Hot Springs and Alta Murrieta roads.

The teen is being held at Riverside Juvenile Hall.

According to Murrieta police Sgt. Jay Froboese, about 9 p.m.

Sunday, a patrolman was westbound on Murrieta Hot Springs when he was passed by a Chrysler 300 going about 60 mph amid a heavy downpour.

The officer sped up in preparation for making a traffic stop when he saw the Chrysler run through a red light at Jackson Avenue, Froboese said.

“At that point, the Murrieta officer activated his overhead lights, but was too far back to get the attention of the Chrysler 300 driver, (who) continued at speeds in excess of 60 mph,” Froboese said.

Reay was driving a Toyota MR5, going eastbound on Murrieta Hot Springs, and was initiating a left turn onto Alta Murrieta when the teenager approached and ran the red light – slamming into the passenger side of the compact sports car, Froboese alleged.

Froboese said the victim was turning on a green arrow. She was killed on impact.

The 17-year-old was taken to Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar, where she was treated for an internal injury, as well as a broken wrist. Froboese said she was released from the hospital and was taken into custody without incident.

Anyone with information about the collision was asked to contact the traffic investigation unit at (951) 461-6375.

Woman arrested for alleged participation in gang-related triple homicide LAKE ELSINORE – A third suspect was arrested for her participation in a gang-related triple homicide in Lake Elsinore, authorities said Tuesday, Jan. 24.

Rialto resident Kayla Arevalo, 27, was arrested Jan. 17 for three counts of homicide and several associated felonies, according to Sgt. Wallace Clear of the Lake Elsinore Police Department.

Arevalo’s arrest is in addition to the previous charges filed against 33-year-old Saul Arevalo and

38-year-old Mario Lopez, two exconvicts accused of gunning down three Lake Elsinore residents in August.

The men were arrested Dec. 28 following a monthslong investigation by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department into the slayings of 55-year-old Cameron Craven, 57-year-old Robert Kushner and 31-year-old Rachel Rupp.

It wasn’t immediately clear what part Kayla Arevalo played in the attack or her connection to Saul

Arevalo.

Clear said Saul Arevalo and Lopez were identified as the alleged perpetrators in December and were located in the Central Jail in San Bernardino, where Saul Arevalo was being held on suspicion of gang activity and being a convicted felon in possession of illegal drugs and a firearm.

Lopez was serving time for domestic violence.

The pair was questioned and arrested while in custody, Clear said.

Each defendant is charged with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of criminal street gang activity, with special circumstance allegations of taking multiple lives in the same crime and killing for the benefit of a criminal street gang.

According to Clear, the victims were found about 10:30 a.m. Aug. 2 at a residence in the 31000 block of Wisconsin Street. Each occupant had been fatally shot.

The reasons they were targeted were not disclosed.

According to court records, both Saul Arevalo and Lopez have served time in state prison within the last five years.

Arevalo’s prior convictions include being a felon in possession of a firearm, being a felon in possession of ammunition and receiving stolen property.

In addition to domestic violence, Lopez has prior convictions for theft and being a felon in possession of a firearm, court records showed.

Helicopter called to airlift injured hiker from Mountain Center trail MOUNTAIN CENTER – A rescue helicopter was summoned to hoist an injured hiker from an Idyll-

wild-area trail Saturday, Jan. 28.

The incident was reported at 1:47 p.m. at Humber Park located at

24300 Fern Valley Road.

A Riverside County Fire helicopter was called in “due to access issues,”

according to firefighters.

The hiker was airlifted to an awaiting ground ambulance and

hospitalized with moderate injuries, firefighters said.

About 45 minutes later, police said that the “juvenile has been located and is safe”’ and was being returned home.

An Amber Alert was not issued because an abduction was not suspected, police said.

Boy who went missing in Hemet found HEMET − Police have announced that a 12-year-old at-risk boy who ran away from home was found shortly after they asked for

the public’s help in locating him.

He went missing Saturday, Jan. 28.

A news release sent out at around 9 a.m. said police were looking

for Damian Quinteros who was last been seen running away from his residence in the 1500 block of Lucerne Drive.

Woman arrested in connection with robbery GOOD HOPE – A 29-year-old woman found in a vacant home in Good Hope was arrested in connection with an armed robbery at one Walmart and a theft at another, authorities said Saturday, Jan. 28.

Deputies from the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station arrested Patricia Kariey Moreno Friday while checking a report of trespassers inside a vacant home in the 22000 block of Mountain Avenue, said sheriff’s

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Deputies found several firearms in her possession, Torres said.

“Moreno was subsequently linked to an armed robbery and a theft having occurred earlier this month,” he said.

The armed robbery was at the Walmart in the 31700 block of Grape Street in Lake Elsinore, Torres said.

“One of the firearms found in the residence was determined to be the

firearm used during the robbery,” he said.

The theft was at the Walmart in the 32200 block of Temecula Parkway in Temecula, he said.

Moreno was booked on suspicion of illegally possessing firearms, armed robbery and theft.

Moreno was released on $10,000 bail and scheduled to appear in a Riverside courtroom March 23.

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‘Never lose that Western town touch!’ say Temecula Vail Ranch restorers

The historic Foreman House now housing Cheflavor at the Vail Headquarters site. Cheflavor offers a wide variety of fresh herbs, spices, seasonings and other flavoring additions.

Shoppers at the Cheflavor at the Vail Headquarters site will find a large selection of spices, seasoning and other flavorings.

A personalized thin crust pizza created, cooked and served at Vail Pizzeria.

À la Minute ice cream employees Michaela Boggan (left) and Kian Khadir (center left) pour liquid nitrogen into blenders as Blake Trafton and his 3-year-old son Rhys watches. The liquid nitrogen instantly freezes the ice cream creating a creamier ice cream.

Vail Pizzeria employee Marcus Payne, 17, places a personalized pizza in the oven at Vail Headquarters.

The historic Wolf Store adobe building houses à la minute ice cream shop and Augies Coffee Roasters at the Vail Headquarters located at 32115 Temecula Pkwy.

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Inside the historic Wolf Store adobe building housing À la Minute ice cream shop and Augies Coffee Roasters at the Vail Headquarters.

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Temecula residents concerned about saving the Vail Ranch Headquarters site in 1998 filed a suit against the County of Riverside and the developer who wanted to substitute new buildings for the historic buildings on-site. The suit ended in a settlement, with the arrangement coming to fruition 18 years later with the restored Vail Ranch Headquarters complex located at 32215 Temecula Pkwy in Temecula.

Some of the same people later formed the Temecula Valley Historical Society to watch over historic resources not only at Vail Ranch but throughout Temecula Valley.

Rebecca Farnbach of VaRRA and one of the two plaintiffs in the

lawsuit, says the community of Temecula “should not get rid of heritage sites.”

She pointed out VaRRA had no lawyer during the lawsuit but “only the truth and the facts were on our side.” Vail Ranch headquarters is a continuation of this legacy, with VaRRA working hard together with Arteco Partners and proprietor Jerry Tessier have “been able to capture the historic elements, bring in an updating of facilities, so that we can have modern day stores without losing that western town touch,” Farnbach said.

That Western flavor is inherent with wooden benches, tree stump stools, hay bales and native succulents, plants and herbs growing around the walkways throughout the site that creates a rustic ranch promoting a strong

aesthetic feel to visitors.

Adding to the flavor of the historic site is a busy Farmers Market open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays with over 40 vendors who provide artisan crafts and locally grown produce. The Vail Ranch Farmers Market is managed by Engle Farms who operate the popular Old Town Temecula and Promenade Mall Farmers Markets.

Family Fun Day every Sunday delights both parents and children with new vendors and many fun activities for the whole family. There are food booths, crafts, face painting, live music and entertainment, wagon rides and even a petting zoo.

The Vail Ranch HQ and Farmers Market encourages residents to bring their animals, as the businesses there are very pet friendly.

For the family canine, the center has outdoor patios and grassy areas with bag dispensers and water dishes for dogs and other thirsty pets. À la Minute, Augie’s Coffee Roasters, Cheflavor, Vail Pizzeria and Western Saddlery are all open for business in the headquarters. À la Minute has hand crafted ice cream that uses liquid nitrogen to enhance tasty flavors like their chocolate lavender, strawberry balsamic, olive oil vanilla bean and orange honey that are popular with visitors. Augie’s Coffee Roasters provides delicious coffee, teas and espresso visitors can’t miss.

Cheflavor provides “curated provisions” for cooking and baking as great gifts or additions for your home cupboards. Winchester Western Saddlery has handmade vaquero, rodeo and cowboy gear

in their tack shop.

The family owned Vail Pizzeria with its theme, “You build it. We cook it,” is open seven days a week offering salads and appetizers in addition to custom pizza. Temecula employee Iman Khadir, likes to describe the Pizzeria as “having more of an individualized take to the popular food industry as well as having the feeling of a family gathering or comfortable atmosphere with customer experience and choice as the focus.”

If one has not visited Vail Ranch HQ and Farmers Market on Temecula Parkway (Highway 79) they should do so, with everything happening at this amazingly fun historical location, there are plenty of memories to be made.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: Feb. 6 – 5-6 p.m. Annual S.K.I.P. (Special Kids Interested Parents) Valentine’s Social will be held at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 6th St. Temecula. S.K.I.P. is a community based nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization formed to meet the financial and educational challenges of special need students and their families. Registration required: www.temeculaca.gov/ register. Activity: 9200.102. Information: (951) 694-6480.

Feb. 10 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Super Sweet Science Fun at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main St. Temecula.

Kids love candy but they have no idea how science plays a part in its creation. They will get to experiment with the tastiest ingredients any scientist would love – Mentos, Live Savers, Jelly Beans and more. This is a Kids Only event so parents can drop off your kids ages 5-11 and get a couple of hours to yourself. Early pre-registration is suggested as space is limited. Cost: $25 per child. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

Feb. 12 – All Sessions. Pennypickle’s Birthday Bash at Professor Pennypickle’s Children’s Museum, 42081 Main St. Temecula. Come have some fun and lots of surprises Pennypickle’s style. Cost: $5 per person over age 2. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

ENTERTAINMENT: Feb. 4 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula. Country Live at the Merc is a live country show featuring the house band backing up the Valley’s hottest country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 4 – 2 p.m. Pop Rocks! A Tribute to Cher and Elton John- Concert with Temecula Valley Symphony featuring Las Vegas Tribute artists Gene Sironen and Heidi Thompson.

Enjoy timeless classic hits at the Golden Bears Theater, 31555 Rancho Vista Road Tickets and Information: (951) 587-1536 or www.temeculavalleysymphony.org.

Feb. 4 – 7:30 p.m. Hotel Biltmore NTC 1917. The world was at war when the New York Philharmonic Society performed this concert at the Hotel Biltmore in 1917. Step back in time with us as we uncover what’s changed, and what hasn’t, in classical music over the past century at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 4 – 6:30 p.m. Idyllwild Jazz Combo will play at the Diamond Valley Art Center, 123 N. Harvard St. Hemet. The Idyllwild Arts Jazz Combo will perform under the direction of Paul Carmen. The Idyllwild Arts Academy is the country’s premier and internationally-acclaimed residential arts high school. Come hear these outstanding young musicians now on their way to professional and artistic recognition.

Feb. 5 – 2 p.m. Swinging Down Old Broadway with Richard Leibell and Mara Getz and the Big Band All Stars at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. The greatest hits from the Golden Era of the New York Broadway musicals are set to the swinging sounds of the Big Band All Stars conducted by Jeff Stover. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 5 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc presented by California Chamber Orchestra will be at 42051 Main St. Temecula. Classics is a weekly chamber recital series where an individual musician or small ensemble performs a wide range of music. The performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students.

Tickets and Information: (866) 6538696.

Feb. 9-11, 16-18 and 23-25 – 7:30 p.m. My Fair Lady at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. Adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s play and Gabriel Pascals Motion Picture, Pygmalion.

Performances Feb. 12, 19, and 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

Feb. 11 – 7 p.m. Tribute Mania: Tribute to Neil Diamond at the Historic Hemet Theatre, 216 E. Florida Ave. This is a must-see act capturing the essence of Neil Diamond. Relive the past as Hot August Night presents everything from the 60s classics to contemporary hits. Hot August Night with vocalist Dean Colley. Tickets and Information: (951) 658-5950.

Feb. 11 – 7 p.m. Speakeasy at the Merc, 42051 Main St. Temecula.

Speakeasy presents live Traditional Jazz of the 20s-40s. Performances feature the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter, in rotation with prominent southern California Traditional Jazz artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Feb. 3-4 – 7 p.m. Rock the Oaks 38801 Calistoga Dr. Murrieta. Rock the Oaks is a live music show performed by talented locals. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Performing Arts and Autism Programs of Oak Grove. Come out and show some support to the community and the students of Oak Grove Center. 2 shows Feb. 4, at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets and Information: www.oakgrovecenter.org or (951) 677-5599.

Feb. 4 – 8 a.m. to noon So Cal Bubble Run at the Storm Stadium, 500 Diamond Dr. Lake Elsinore.

Participants run, walk, dance and play across 3.1 miles of fun. Waves start every 3-5 minutes, then at each kilometer participants will run through the Bubble Bogs where there is enough

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Feb. 4 – 7 p.m. 6th Annual Soboba Trail Race at the Oaks Retreat, 45750 Castile Canyon Road. San Jacinto.

Trail running events includes 25K, 10K, 5K and 1 mile. Course is a mix of single track and fire road with challenging hills and some technical downhill sections. Registration and Information: (951) 634-8227.

Feb. 4 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Valentine Celebration for Angel Tree Children and Families hosted by Community Outreach Ministry at Wellness and More, 25377 Madison Ave. Suite 104, Murrieta. Free dental workshop, Free stories and craft workshop for ages 10 and younger, Free caregivers workshop. Information: (951) 698-7650.

Feb. 9 – 6-7 p.m. Parent Support Group for parents of young adults battling chemical dependency. Education, Peer Support, Intervention Tools, Peace of Mind. Experience strength and hope at 41877 Enterprise Circle N, Suite 100 Temecula. Information: Erin (951) 719-3685 or Lizabeth (951)348-8976. Support group sponsored by Hill Alcohol and Drug Treatment. www.HillRecovery.com.

Feb. 9 – 9 a.m. to noon Portraits in Oil (all levels) at the Hemet Valley Art Association Gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. Hemet. Cost: $15. Information: Jack (951) 652-3679.

Feb. 9 – 1-4 p.m. Painting in Oil (all levels) at the Hemet Valley Art Association Gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. Hemet. Cost: $15. Information: Jerry (951) 654-5620.

Feb. 10 – 1-4 p.m. Watercolor Painting (beginning to intermediate) at the Hemet Valley Art Association Gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. Hemet.

Cost: $15. Information: Judy (951) 927-4176.

Feb. 10-11 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 37th Valley Quilters Annual Quilt Show will be held at Valley Wide Regional Park, 901 W. Esplanade Ave. Hemet.

Over 100 quilts will be on display, quilting related vendors, boutiques, consignment shop, quilt appraiser, food, free parking and more. Cost: $7 per person. Children 3 and under are free, no strollers or rolling carts.

Information: (951) 244-9232 or www. valleyquilters.org.

Feb. 14 – 5:30-8 p.m. Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance “A Night to Remember” in the Illusion Room at Pins n Pockets, 32250 Mission Trail, Lake Elsinore. Admission: $50 includes dancing, dinner, entertainment and photos. Reservations and Information: Valerie (951) 245-7073.

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28. Overly conceited 62. Marine sound system Feb. 7 – 6 p.m. Temecula NAFE meet at theoperating Bamboo House, 32. Picnic event 63. Trademark for atocomputer system27473 Ynez Road Temecula. NAFE’s mission is to help women grow both personally and professionally and has been serving women globally for 45 years. Every meeting has a dynamic speaker and networking. Cost is $10 for NAFE members, $15 for guests and then you order food and pay the restaurant direct. Information and Reservations: Robbie (951) 255-9200 t o Chicken P or rmotter@aol.com.

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Cherry Hills Blvd. Sun City. NAFE’s mission is to help women grow both personally and professionally and has been serving women globally for 45 years. Every meeting has a dynamic speaker and networking. Cost is $10 for NAFE members, $15 for guests and then you order food and pay the Coming in restaurant direct. Information and February Promotion ends 2/28/17. Not valid on Valentines Day or Reservations: Robbie (951) 255-9200 BEEF POT Holidays. Valid for chicken pot pies only. Only valid with or rmotter@aol.com. coupon at time of ordering. Not to be combined with any other PIES! Feb. 9 – 1-3 p.m. Lake Elsinore coupons, promotions, offers, specials or discounts.

Genealogical Society (LEGS) to host their monthly meeting at the Mission 739 E. MISSION RD, FALLBROOK • 760-728-1898 Trail Community Library, 34303 See us on Mission Trail, Wildomar. Visitors MON-FRI 6:30AM-9PM • SAT 7AM-9PM • SUN 7AM-8PM DiscoverFallbrook.com and Guests are welcome. These meetings are free and open to the public.

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Feb. 11 – 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Redefine Your Life. Are you over 50? And think “what now?” are you living your best life or is it time to re-imagine the life you want? Join in the process of self-discovery and reigniting the flame within. Come redefine the concept of aging and explore what needs to be done on a day-to-day basis to create a life with more joy and purpose at MSJC with Judy Keigley, M.A Counseling/ Psychology 29837 La Piedra Road Cost: $55 per person. Class #9008.

Information and Registration: (951) 487-3707 or msjc.edu/ce.

Feb. 11 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chinese Folk Art Event at the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes St. Make your own work of art inspired by the pieces in the Vibrant Bounty exhibit at this free event. Supplies will be at the museum along with light traditional Chinese refreshments. Vibrant Bounty works of art from the Shaanxi Region in rural China are on display at the Museum now through March 16.

Information: (951) 694-6450.

NOW – The Waves Project of Temecula is now accepting applications for the 2017 season giving wounded Veterans the opportunity to experience the freedom of scuba diving to help in the healing process. Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, amputations and/or paralysis received in service to our country are eligible to participate. In addition, a dive companion of their choice may be included at no charge. To apply, go to www.wavesproject.org, click on “PROGRAMS/PARTICIPANT APPLICATION,” and follow the instructions. The WAVES Project is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, established to provide an opportunity for American Veterans with service connected disabilities and their families/friends to experience scuba diving. Information: Ron (951) 265-6272.

NOW – Do you have any unique antique collections? If so the TV show American Pickers is looking for you.

The show will film in California this spring and the hosts are looking for people with unique collections and interesting stories behind them. If you are interested in more information please contact: Cat Raynor, Casting Associate at (646) 561-3617 or craynor@cineflix.com.

NOW – Older Adults Needed for Balance Study. This study will be conducted by the Geri-Fit Company and Balance Tracking Systems. To qualify you must be over the age of 65 and not involved in strength training exercises. Classes to be held at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, 29995 Evans Road in Menifee. Tuesday/Thursday 3-3:45 p.m. or Monday/Wednesday 9-9:45 a.m. There is NO COST to be in the study. Information: Fran (951) 694-6873.

NOW – MSJC Child Development and Education Centers are now enrolling and offer child care and preschool for children 18 months through five years, are open to students and the community and offer several enrollment options based on family income and need. The centers, located in San Jacinto and Menifee, are open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Information: San Jacinto: (951) 487-3605 or Menifee: (951) 639-5605.

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

Information: Pamela (951) 491-4111.

NOW – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 6th Street, Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write.

NOW – Parent Support Group available for parents whose children of any age struggle with addiction.

Education, Skills, Support. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 43397 Business Park Drive. Suite D8, Temecula. Information: (951) 775-4000 or info@ thecenter4lifechange.com.

NOW – Clippendales meet the second Monday of each month 6 p.m.

The Elks Ladies, an Elks Auxiliary of the Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 has formed a club call the “Clippendales.” The object of this club is to send manufacturers coupons to Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan to be redeemed for products at their commissary and other stores.

NOW – Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 hosts Bingo at the lodge each Thursday to raise funds for its charities. Occasionally the lodge arranges for additional Bingo games to help community groups raise funds as well. Lodge 2591 is located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar.

Information: (951) 674-6804.

NOW– 3:30-4:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday afternoons Senior Fitness Program is offered at the Lake Elsinore Senior Center, 420 E. Lakeshore Drive. Participants should bring a set of 2 or 3-pound dumbbell weights and water to drink. Space is limited. Information: Lisa (951) 533-2612.

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Dining in the Valley Asian Chopped Salad

FALLBROOK – One way to celebrate the Super Bowl is to create an Oriental-themed menu for a party, or fix an Asian chopped salad for lunch with friends.

Fallbrook resident Michele Howard likes to make food to share with friends and family. Here is the recipe she uses for a colorful salad bar meal: Asian Chopped Salad Base of salad: 1 head of each: green cabbage, purple cabbage and napa cabbage.

Slice each head in half and remove core and stem. Make slices ¼ inch and chop opposite to make small pieces, all should all be uniform.

5-6 stalks of celery, cut lengthwise and ¼ inch slices 6 carrots - use food processor and a thick shredder disc, trim off ends and peel before shredding Toppings: 3 bunches scallions, sliced, use white and part of green stalk 1/2 pound pea pods, drop in boiling water 1 minute, rinse cold water, drain, pat dry with paper towel, cool in refrigerator; slice in half 2 large red and/or orange bell pepper, chopped 1 small can of Mandarin oranges, if in light syrup, rinse under cold water, drain, refrigerate 1/2 pound bean sprouts 1 to 2 bunches fresh chopped cilantro 1 package slivered almonds, roasted not smoked Wontons, buy packaged as fried strips

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An Asian Chopped Salad bar can include Chinese Almond Cookies for dessert.

Protein options: 3 grilled chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise; there should be 6 pieces, then sauté in olive oil and sesame oil over medium high heat until just done, do not dry chicken out Or 2 pounds medium to large grilled shrimp, tail and body shell removed Dressing: Any Asian ginger sesame dressing is good on this salad. Suggested dressing choices include Joey D’s has two kinds or Annie’s organic

Asian Sesame. Or, go online to Topsecretrecipes.com, search for Applebee’s Oriental Chicken Salad, see dressing: Whisk or use mixer, all ingredients: May have to make 5 times this amount for the recipe amount above.

3 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Grey Poupon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil

Asian Chopped Salad is a colorful meal; chopsticks are optional.

When preparing salad ingredients for the next day’s meal, assemble base salad tossed evenly into large bowl and cover tightly or store in 2-gallon freezer Zip Lock bags and refrigerate. Do not place dressing on salad until ready to serve with toppings.

Toppings are stored separately as they will get mushy sooner than base salad if not eaten in one day.

When setting up the salad bar, put out individual containers of ingredients. This display accommodates

the guests who would rather pick what they like to put on their salads.

The dressing can be tossed with the salad base right before serving, or the dressing can be put out for guests to decide how much they want to put on their salads.

Howard’s recipe ends with “Eat well my friends, as good food, company, conversation (leave the cell phones off) and a nice comfortable atmosphere make a great memory for all who attend!”

Nightingale Restaurant now open in Old Town Temecula’s Truax Building

The Truax Building, located just off the I-15 in Temecula, is now the home of the Nightingale Restaurant.

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TEMECULA – The Truax Building welcomes the Nightingale Restaurant; the new sister location The Goat and Vine Restaurant – one of the most popular dining destinations in Old Town Temecula.

The Nightingale will remain true to the foundational principles of which The Goat and Vine was built; made fresh daily and sourcing local. The Nightingale plans to elevate this foundation toward a handmade, modern concept with an emphasis on from-scratch pastas and wood fired dishes. The Nightingale beverage focus will

feature a craft cocktail program that respects original recipes with a modern take, an elevated wine menu that has greater representation of Old World region and style, and a craft beer menu with greater diversity and creativity.”

“Temecula is business-friendly and is an ideal city for relocating, expanding, and developing your new project or business,” commented Bernie Truax, President and CEO of The Truax Family of Companies. “We believe The Truax Building is just the place.”

The Nightingale joins Cengage, Dynamic Vision, The Truax Fam-

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‘Cougar Meets Italy’ creates a night of fun for winery goers Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Long rows of tables covered in crisp white tablecloths were centered in the barrel room at Cougar Vineyard & Winery as people milled about with their partially drained wineglasses in hand. It almost felt like something from a movie as the excitement of eager

attendees buzzed through the air at the winery’s annual Cougar Meets Italy event.

It was exactly the feeling owners Rick and Jennifer Buffington were hoping for at their second annual event which puts their wines to the test against their Italian counterparts. The tasting, Jan. 26, is based off the 2008 movie “Bottle Shock,” the true story of the now infamous,

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Pete Anderson, a winemaker and Italian wine and grape expert working out of Witch Creek Winery in Carlsbad, sniffs a glass of vermentino during the second annual Cougar Meets Italy event held at Cougar Vineyard & Winery, Jan. 26.

Dr. John Piconi, a winemaker and winery owner at the John Piconi Family Winery, checks the clarity of a glass of vermentino during judging at the second annual Cougar Meets Italy event held at Cougar Vineyard & Winery, Jan. 26.

blind Paris wine tasting of 1976 known as the “Judgement of Paris.”

Attendees at the two-day event were treated to a viewing of the movie, starring the late Alan Rickman, Bill Pullman and Chris Pine, on Wednesday.

“The movie sets the tone for the entire event,” Jennifer Buffington said. “It’s just a lot of fun to come out to the winery, enjoy some great food and a glass or two of one of our award-winning wines.”

The movie tells the story of how sommelier and wine shop owner Steve Spurrier, played by Rickman, comes up with the idea of holding a blind taste test, pitting California wines against their French counterparts. He travels to the not-yet famous Napa Valley in search of contestants for his “Judgement in Paris” taste test. Through an assortment of chance encounters, he eventually decides on a variety of wines, including a chardonnay from Chateau Montelena. Without giving away too much of the plot, the eight world-renowned Parisian judges end up picking not just the chardonnay from Chateau Montelena but also Stags’ Leap cabernet sauvignon, also from California, as winners.

Fast forward to 2017, move the setting to the De Portola Wine Trail’s Cougar Vineyard & Winery, change the French wines to Italian and the stage is set for Cougar Meets Italy.

The crowd of 75 sat and judged the wines placed before them for the people’s choice award as the four professional judges swirled, sniffed and spat out their samples, evaluating every aspect of the 12 wines served up in the double-blind tasting.

Wines were judged on everything from bouquet to the taste, including balance and complexity.

Rick Cook, a wine blogger and wine judge with 25 years experience in all facets of wine judging; Marilyn Sherman, a winemaker at Flying Wine Cellars, wine judge and member of the weekly California Grapevine Tasting Panel; Dr. John Piconi, a winemaker and winery owner at the John Piconi Family Winery and Pete Anderson, a winemaker and Italian wine and grape expert working out of Witch Creek Winery in Carlsbad, sat at the head table passing their judgement on the wines placed before them.

The wines to be judged included four varietals, vermentino, sangiovese, primitivo (or zinfandel) and barbera.

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Wine Country Events Calendar FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Bob and Michele Reed compare notes on a Peggie and Nick Ursini enjoy a glass of wine at the sangiovese during the second annual Cougar Meets Cougar Meets Italy wine judging event. The couple Italy event held at Cougar Vineyard & Winery, Jan. 26. came all the way from Ohio to attend the event.

the test against two of its Italian counterparts, as the tasters expertly applied their knowledge to the wines smoothly rolling across their tongues.

Winning the top honors for the Vermentino category was Cougar’s estate Vermentino, a crisp refreshing wine with a pronounced minerality.

While Cougar wines didn’t fare as well in the other three categories, placing third in each; they took home top honors for the people’s choice for their barbera varietal.

The Buffingtons were happy with the outcome of the event, vowing to do better in the 2018 competition with their reds.

“It’s always the reds that get us,” Jennifer Buffington said, adding that in 2016, the winery’s popular Falanghina won against its Italian counterparts.

A catered dinner by Francesca’s Italian Kitchen was included at the event.

The delightful antipasto misto with Italian cold cuts, an Italian cheese mix and eggplant with marinara was followed by a mouthwatering pear and gorgonzola salad made with crisp romaine lettuce, arugula, walnuts and thinly sliced pears topped with white balsamic vinaigrette. The starters were just enough to leave attendees wanting more. Francesca’s Head Chef and owner Alessio Di Sabatino did not disappoint.

The main course consisted of Chicken Mamma-Mia, a succulent, tender chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms and a creamy Marsala sauce paired with fresh seasonal vegetables sautéed with garlic, ol-

ive oil and salt and pepper. Dessert was a delectable Tiramisu and cannoli dish complete with lady fingers mascarpone cheese, espresso, cocoa topped with a small cannoli stuffed with ricotta cheese and chocolate chips.

All four courses were paired with one of Cougar’s delicious wines.

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6-7 a.m., 10-11 a.m.

Bootcamp, Passion4Ftiness, Cougar Vineyard & Winery

2-4 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Dayton Boarders, Avensole Winery Restaurant

5-7 p.m.

Live Music, Sebastian Sidi, Meritage at Callaway Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Evan Diamond-Goldberg, Cougar Vineyard and Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, ABQ Trio, Leoness Cellars

6-10 p.m.

Live Music, Shoot 4 Tuesday, Bel Vino Winery

6-10 p.m.

Live Music, Lady Rogo, Fazeli Cellars

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, JD Priest, Miramonte Winery

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Tim Cash, Tasting Room, Avensole Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Seabazz Avensole Winery Restaurant

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Doug Laramie Band, Bel Vino Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Astra Kelly, Masia de La Vinya

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, JD Priest, Wilson Creek Winery

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Sean Wiggins, Danza del Sol Winery

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Mickie Arnett, Fazeli Cellars

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, KG3, Pavilion at Oak Mountain Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Michael LeClerc, Restaurant at Leoness

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Midnight Satellites, Miramonte Winery

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Mickey Arnett, Tasting Room, Avensole Winery

2-4 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wine, Dine & Painting Class, Jill Roberts, South Coast Winery

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pet Fair, Oak Mountain Winery

11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Michael SG, Bel Vino Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Peter Torres, Wilson Creek Winery

1-3 p.m.

Paint Nite, “Autumn Stroll II,” Mount Palomar Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Astra Kelly, Europa Village

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Inbar Horowitz, Leoness Cellars

2-8 p.m.

10th Annual Super Chili Bowl, Cougar Vineyard & Winery

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5

UPCOMING EVENTS Feb. 4, Doffo Comedy Club Night, Doffo Winery Feb. 5, 10th Annual Super Chili Bowl, Cougar Vineyard & Winery Feb. 9, Pre-Valentine’s Singles Night, Lorimar Winery Feb. 10-11, Reserve Zinfandel & Chocolate Dinner, Wiens Family Cellars Feb. 11, International Languages of Love, Europa Village Feb. 11-14, Valentine’s Lunch Specials, Pinnacle Restaurant at Falkner Winery Feb. 12, Valentine’s Day Brunch, Lorimar Winery Feb. 14, Sweetheart Dinner, Bel Vino Winery Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day Dinner, Meritage at Callaway Winery Feb. 14, Gourmet Dinner “L’Amore at Europa”, Europa Village Feb. 14, Valentine’s Dinner, Pinnacle Restaurant at Falkner Winery Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, Annata Bistro/Bar, Mount Palomar Winery Feb. 14, Valentine’s Dinner, Oak Mountain Winery Feb. 14, Valentine’s Dinner for Two, Monte De Oro Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day Dinner, The Restaurant at Ponte Winery Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day Dinner, Bouquet Restaurant at Ponte Vineyard Inn

Jai Patel, a Cougar Vineyard & Winery wine club concierge, pours a glass of vermentino for a tasting at Cougar Meets Italy Jan. 26.

De Portola Wine Trail at 39870 De Portola Road in Temecula. The winery’s tasting room hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For

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Fazeli Cellars brings Valentine’s romance with five-course meal Feb. 11 Andrea Verdin AESTRADA@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Going to a beautiful winery with a fantastic variety of wines to choose from can be a very romantic experience for a couple, but as a way to add an additional layer of elegance, Fazeli Cellars has announced that it will have a five-course dinner Feb. 11. This will give folks the opportunity to celebrate love a little early and truly relish their partner without worrying about working the next day, as Valentine’s lands midweek this year.

While Fazeli’s will be open regular hours for wine tasting and tours, once 6 p.m. arrives Feb. 11, guests who have reserved their table will be able to enjoy a romantic evening that features elegance and excellence. Music will be playing throughout the dinner, and Champagne will be handed to guests as they walk through the door to their tables.

The menu for the Valentine’s

Day meal has been thoughtfully prepared by the Fazeli Cellars staff, and each course has been prepared with the best ingredients possible.

For the first course, guests will be able to enjoy decadent caviar vol au vent, which is puff pastry filled with lemon and dill crème fraiche and topped with fine caviar and chives. For the second course, guest can enjoy a baby arugula and fennel salad, dressed with amaretto soaked oranges and a roasted almond vinaigrette. The third course will feature seared sea scallops, served with a Tuscan kale risotto and finished with a Meyer lemon agrodolce. For the fourth course, guests can enjoy tournedos rossini − petite beef tenderloin with black winter truffles, served with haricot vert, baby carrots and garlic mashed potatoes, then finished with a Khayyam demi-glace. The fifth course, dessert, will allow guests to enjoy chocolate and hazelnut cream filled profiterole, served with a cognac marinated fruit compote, cocoa dust and orange crème

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Chantilly.

As Fazeli Cellars is a high-quality winery, each course will be paired with a wine from the winery’s expansive library, so there is no concern about being uncertain of which wine to order. All guests have to do is enjoy each other and the fantastic meal placed before them.

In true owner BJ Fazeli fashion, there is an additional layer of indulgence for the Valentine’s Day guests to Fazeli Cellars − an additional dessert table will boast dessert bites, coffee and a chocolate fountain with strawberries.

Reservations are required for the Valentine’s Dinner, so it’s best to make a reservation as soon as possible.

The cost for the Fazeli Cellars five course dinner is $100 per person for members, $120 per person for non-members. Fazeli Cellars is located at 37320 De Portola Road in Temecula. For more information or to make reservations for Legacy at Fazeli Cellars, call (951) 303-3366, or visit www.fazelicellars.com.

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‘Roots of American Music’ shines brightly with Sandii Castleberry at the Hemet Diamond Valley Arts Council Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The mellow sound of a saxophone and rhythmic strumming of the guitar paired well for the Saturday evening Jan. 21 performance of Sandii Castleberry and Paul Carman on the Diamond Valley Arts Council Stage.

The performance, entitled “The Roots of American Music,” came with a history lesson in American folk and jazz music and an opportunity for members of the audience to pick up and play some of the handmade musical instruments brought to America.

The musical instruments, including the limberjack, spoons, the jug, banjo, canjo, bandjar, washboard and dulcimer, were amazingly wellplayed by a happy group who won a place in the “band” by answering American music trivia question ask by Castleberry and Carman.

They played the “Saints that Came Marching in;” it will be hard to forget the sounds made by the wee mortals in the band.

It was a fun and musically enlightening evening as the duo moved from the history and tunes of the American pilgrims and Appalachian mountain folks to the rocking sounds of New Orleans jazz.

Castleberry, a retired teacher of music in local elementary schools, and Carman, a co-director of jazz music with jazz great Marshall Hawkins at the Idyllwild School of the Arts, sometimes forgot they were not teaching students, yet they

found a very attentive audience who clapped along with the music and cheered them on.

As Castleberry showed her skill in playing each of the musical instruments used by American musicians through the nation’s first hundred years and beyond, Carman with his sax, flute, clarinet and djembe or African drum found it easy to match the sounds and tunes with some once popular American songs.

Some of their songs included “Froggy Went a Courtin,” “Oh Susanna” recreated to “Oh California,” “Has Anyone Seen My Gal,” “Five Foot Two, Eyes are Blue” and even a few impromptu acoustic and drum tunes. The appreciative audience joined in with the chorus of the songs as played by the duo.

After a break, while the audience talked and joked with the two musicians, Carman introduced the audience to a little of the history of jazz stemming from the first settlers in the port of New Orleans to the Roaring Twenties.

From there, the music turned to artists like K.D. Lang, with “Constant Craving,” one of Castleberry’s favorites and Carol King’s song “It’s too late.” Then came Castleberry’s own version of Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline’s “Crazy” and Kris Kristofferson’s “Help Me Make it Through the Night.,” all backed up by Carman on sax and flute.

Castleberry’s and Carmen’s music can be heard on CD. Her three CDs, “The Perfect Mood,”

Members of the audience at the Jan. 21 “Roots of American Music” show with Sandii Castleberry and Paul Carman at the DVAC in Hemet had a chance to play some of the instruments like the washboard, canjo, spoons and limberjack used by early American settlers and frontiersmen. Castleberry and Carman are playing on the stage.

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“Folk Chronicles” and “Castleberry Christmas,” are available through the independent music company ‘cdbaby’ found online. Carman has some of his CDs through the Independent Music Link Archive CD Metronome, “Straight Ahead.”

They make regular appearances in Idyllwild.

Residents and visitors to Hemet’s famous Historic Downtown Harvard Street will find the warm and welcoming Diamond Valley Arts Center, open daily for the best in local artist creations for show and sale. The artists are featured each

month at stage shows on Saturdays and other special events.

The DVAC is located at 123 N. Harvard Street. They will host the internationally acclaimed Idyllwild Arts Jazz Combo Saturday, Feb. 4, under the direction of Carman at 7 p.m.

Also, scheduled on the DVAC stage is Tralain, a singer songwriter, Feb. 11; a Black History Month music presentation with Marshall Hawkins and SealHawk Mojo Feb. 19; Michael Britton, professional singer and guitarist March 4; and “One Too Many: A Blues Experi-

ence” Saturday, March 18.

Contact DVAC for more information on art shows and stage performances at www.thedvac.org or email dvacinfo@gmail.com.

Call (951) 652-3822. There are regular memberships available for the artists group and discounts for members for the stage shows at the center that normally run at $25 per person, including two beverages.

Snacks and a beverage bar are available at the performances. The gallery shows are free and open to the public daily during regular business hours.

Temecula Valley Symphony features Las Vegas tribute artists’ concert Feb. 4 TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Symphony, formerly known as Inland Valley Symphony, presents “Pop Rocks” a tribute to Cher and Elton John featuring Las Vegas tribute artists Gene Sironen and Heidi Thompson. The concert will be held at 2 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Golden Bears Theater, 31555 Rancho Vista Road.

Under the musical direction of conductor John Mario, the program will showcase 20 popular songs from the iconic hit library of Cher and Elton John. Sironen will perform favorites by Elton John that include “Crocodile Rock,” “Ben-

nie and the Jets,” “Your Song,” “Candle in the Wind,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and a medley from “The Circle of Life.” Both performers will join together on several selections, including “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” “Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting” and “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me.” Thompson singing as Cher will perform “I Got You Babe,” which calls for a volunteer from the audience, “I Found Someone,” “If I Could Turn Back Time,” “After All,” “Believe,” the “Shoop Shoop Song,” and a medley of Cher hits

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The symphony will be featured alone on two classical numbers sponsored by patron Barbara L. Anderson in honor of cultural diversity. They will perform the beautiful dance pieces from the second act of the ballet “The Three-Cornered Hat,” by Spanish composer Manuel de Falla and “Danse negre” from Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s African Suite.

The corporate sponsor for this program is Truax Development, owned and managed by Bernie Truax. He is an avid arts patron and real estate developer in Temecula.

“Pop Rocks will have you dancing in your seats,” Alana Joos, symphony president and artistic director, said. “Come join us for a fun-filled concert full of music we’ve all come to love and enjoy.

This is our third season to offer a tribute concert to our patrons, and it has become a favorite on our

Gene Sironen as Elton John and Heidi Thompson as Cher to perform many crowd-favorite hits, as the Temecula Valley Symphony presents “Pop Rocks” concert Feb. 4 at the Golden Bears Theater. Courtesy photo

programming schedule.”

Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for active military, $10 for students and $5 for children 12 and under.

Call (951) 587-1536 or go online to www.TemeculaValleySymphony. org.

Storm Stadium foams with runners Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Lake Elsinore sees a foam-filled future with Bubble Run coming to Storm Stadium Feb. 4. The selfproclaimed non-competitive event considers itself a “new category of 5K fun runs that we created to reintroduce you to your inner child.”

Participants are encouraged to run, walk, dance and play across a three mile trail of foam. Times can be recorded by personal devices if more seasoned competitors wish; the Bubble Run is meant to appeal to a wide range of runners.

The event encourages participants to take their time and enjoy the creative twist to a healthy lifestyle.

Foam Bogs of colored suds are encountered at each kilometer along the course, bringing back memories of car washes and bath-

tub bubble beards. Participants play in the course full of bubbles, but it is recommended to bring sunglasses or goggles for smaller runners. Children are welcome to run or ride in strollers; however, canines are not allowed, mostly due to the safety concerns for themselves and others.

Admission price for runners vary from $20 to $50, depending on the purchase date. Admission includes a race T-shirt, headband, temporary tattoo and race bib number with safety pins. During the event, participants should expect entertainment with music and bubble-inspired activities. The run start times are staggered with heats of people in small groups released every 3-5 minutes.

The bubble-filled event also uses its efforts to supports various charities such as the Temecula nonprofit

Hole Hearted, which is dedicated to providing education and access to alternative treatment options for children facing the challenges of degenerative diseases. The Bubble Run creates a community event that supports those participating.

After all the bubbly fun has been had, Bubble Run hires a third-party water reclamation company that not only pressure washes all the surfaces, but also has an extraction process to remove the bubbles and water. All the foam is vacuumed up and transported to their treatment areas and reclaimed.

Open to all ages, the Bubble Run offers a unique experience promoting exercise and having fun.

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Hemet Unified schools participate in Hour of Code HEMET – Hemet Unified School District is committed to providing every tool necessary to students to ensure they are successful in the 21st century. In order to do this, educators must be proficient in various technology programs and devices. Hemet Unified has created a “Tech Know” program for teachers to educate them on the proper use of technology programs to engage students in the classroom.

Recently, many of our “TechKnow” teachers, along with their classes, participated in the Hour of Code. This is a one-hour introduction to computer science and programming. Tens of millions of students in over 180 countries participated in this global movement provided by Computer Science Education Week and www.

Code.org.

Various events were held around the district to introduce students and parents to computer science and programming. Parent Night was held at Harmony Elementary School, where over 60 parents and students worked together to explore

Students and parents discover coding together at Parent Night at Harmony Elementary School during Hemet Unified School District’s participation in the Hour of Code.

Students from Little Lake Elementary School practice coding in honor of Computer Science Education Week and the Hour of Code.

technology and participate in coding projects. Staff received positive feedback from the families; they were happy to see how excited the students were to learn about computer science. Teacher Joseph Pollock described the event as a huge success and was very pleased the number of participants tripled compared to the prior year.

At Little Lake Elementary

“By introducing coding skills to kids early on in their education, we hope to encourage them to explore sequential thinking and reasoning. One day, students may take advantage of these newfound skills by applying for the hundreds of thousands of job opportunities that are currently unfilled in the field of computer science,” technology coach Michael Canon said.

School, teacher Jason Ax and his students spent a few hours exploring coding. When the fourth-graders were asked the question, “What did you like about coding?” their responses ranged from the prospect of making their own games, interest in the variety of things you can create and how much fun it was to try something new and interesting to them.

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Canon thoroughly enjoyed leading two classrooms at Winchester Elementary through the Hour of Code, he said.

The district’s hope is to encourage more classrooms to participate in the Hour of Code which can be accessed throughout the year. To learn more, visit the Hour of Code’s website, www.code.org.

Riverside County Board of Education appoints Dr. Judy D. White as Riverside County superintendent of schools RIVERSIDE – After conducting interviews during open session of the Jan. 11, meeting of the Riverside County Board of Education, Dr. Judy D. White was appointed by the board to fulfill the remainder of the term of former Riverside County Superintendent of Schools Kenneth M. Young. She will be sworn in as the 12th Riverside County superintendent of schools in early February after fulfilling the remainder of her contract as superintendent at Moreno Valley Unified School District.

“I’m truly honored to be ap-

pointed to fulfill the role of Riverside County superintendent of schools until the next election in 2018 and I am thankful for this opportunity to serve,” White said.

“Because of the strong relationship that Paul Jessup and I already have, the board, the staff and the students of Riverside County will now get the best of both worlds.”

At the meeting, board members received public comment and interviewed White and Riverside County Deputy Superintendent of Schools Paul Jessup. Jessup will continue in his role as the county’s

chief administrative officer.

“The Riverside County Board of Education interviewed two exceptional candidates to fill the superintendency,” Riverside County Board of Education President Dr. Wendel W. Tucker said. “We look forward to working with Dr. Judy White to ensure all students in Riverside County have access to a high quality public education.

We thank Paul Jessup for keeping RCOE functional during this interim period.”

White started her K-12 educational career as a classified staff

Students graduate from APU AZUSA – Crystal Joyce of Wildomar, Caitlyn Klan of Temecula and Kendyl Kolb of Temecula graduated from Azusa Pacific University Saturday, Dec. 17. They joined approximately 1,202 graduates at the winter commencement

ceremonies.

Azusa Pacific University is an evangelical Christian university committed to God first and excellence in higher education. With 71 bachelor’s degrees, 47 master’s degrees, 18 certificates, 14 creden-

tials, 8 doctoral programs and 3 associate’s degrees, the university offers its more than 10,700 students a quality education on campus, online and at six regional centers throughout Southern California.

Temecula Sunshine Rotary announces their upcoming community outreach TEMECULA – The Temecula Sunrise Rotary club is sponsoring three upcoming community events including a music competition, Safety Town and Run through the Vineyard.

The Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club will hold its 18th annual Music Competition Monday, Feb. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, in Temecula. The public and family members of the musicians are invited to view the competition, and admission is free.

Serious musicians from local high schools or home-schooled students are invited to apply for this opportunity for young musicians to win cash prizes, to perform for an appreciative audience, to enhance their future careers and to have the opportunity to perform in the finals for more cash prizes.

There are three categories of musical presentations: vocal, including classical or Broadway pieces, piano and other instrumental. First place prize is $400, second $250 and third $100, all regardless of category. The club winners will move on to the Rotary District No. 5330 finals at the University of Redlands, and winners of those contests in

each category will be awarded $1,000 for first place, $500 second place, and $250 third place.

Many of the other 60 Rotary clubs in District No. 5330, encompassing all of Riverside County and much of San Bernardino County, are also participating in this year’s competition. Other local Rotary clubs are holding competitions.

These include Murrieta, Temecula, Lake Elsinore, Wildomar and Hemet. Advance registration is required for all competitions. For information about registration for the competition, please call Marti Treckman at (951) 698-6116.

The club’s main community project each year is the annual Safety Town for children five to 8 years old to be held in June. The 2017 Safety Town will be the club’s 15th annual event. The interactive safety awareness course introduces children to various safety issues in a fun and safe environment. Disaster preparedness, traffic safety, bicycle and scooter safety, poison and drug prevention, fire safety, basic emergency procedures and how to call 911, gun safety, stranger danger, electrical safety, animal safety, “my body is mine” personal safety and water and sun safety are topics cov-

ered during the event. Graduation ceremonies are conducted at the end of the last day, and all parents and family members are welcome to attend.

The club’s primary fundraising event is the 30th annual Run through the Vineyard at Maurice Car ’rie Vineyard and Winery Saturday, April 29. Registrations are now open for the 10K at www. active.com.

Rotary International is a worldwide, humanitarian service organization with more than 1.2 million members in more than 200 countries and geographical areas.

Founded in 1905 in Chicago, members of Rotary are business and professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world.

Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. at Journey’s End at Pechanga Resort and Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, in Temecula. For more information about the music competition, Safety Town and the 10K, visit www.temeculasunriserotary. com.

Griffith is named to dean’s list at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater WHITEWATER, WI. – Taylor Griffith from Lake Elsinore has made the University of WisconsinWhitewater dean’s list for the 2016 fall semester.

The students have demonstrated their academic abilities, receiving a GPA of 3.4 or above in a single

semester.

“Making the dean’s list is a tremendous honor for our students. It is a recognition for their hard work and commitment to success,” Susan Elrod, provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, said. “We are proud of all of the

students on the list and hope to see their names there again!”

The registrar’s office reports 3,578 students were selected for the dean’s list for the fall semester.

About 12,000 students are currently enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Owen named to provost’s list at SUNY Oneonta ONEONTA, N.Y. – Nicholas Owen of Temecula was among 200 State University of New York Oneonta students who earned provost’s list honors for the fall 2016 semester. To qualify for the provost’s list, a student must earn a perfect 4.0 GPA while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more.

A liberal arts institution with a strong focus on undergraduate research and service learning, State University of New York Oneonta consistently gains recognition for delivering excellence and value.

The college has been named to Kiplinger magazine’s list of “100 Best Values in Public Colleges” for

10 years running and sits at No. 12 on the 2017 U.S. News and World Report list of the best public institutions in the region. State University of New York Oneonta enrolls 6,000 students in its 70 undergraduate majors and 14 graduate programs.

member assisting the principal at San Bernardino High School. She proceeded to earn her teaching credential and taught in multiple settings within the San Bernardino City Unified School District. Her public school experience has included roles as a principal, assistant superintendent and deputy superintendent within SBCUSD before being selected in 2011 as the superintendent of the Moreno Valley Unified School District.

During her six years working with the 3,400 employees and 33,000 students at MVUSD, White has

increased graduation rates in Riverside County’s third largest district by 20.5 percent while leading the district to notable achievements and awards on county, state and national levels. She earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Occidental College, a master’s degree in education from California State University San Bernardino and a doctorate in educational leadership from Azusa Pacific University. She is a resident of Moreno Valley.

Official details on White’s start date will be announced at a later date.

Stone makes dean’s list at SUNY New Paltz NEW PALTZ, N.Y. – State University of New York New Paltz is proud to congratulate Sequoia Stone of Murrieta for being named to the dean’s list for the fall 2016 semester.

Dean’s list designation is reserved for students who excel academically and earn at least a 3.3 GPA in a semester with a full-time course load.

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Local top golfers come up short as Spain’s Jon Rahm wins Farmers Insurance Open Jon Rahm, of Spain, reacts after making a putt for eagle on the 18th hole of the Farmers Insurance Open golf tournament Sunday, Jan. 29, at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego.

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Lake Elsinore’s Aaron Wise posts rounds of 71, 72, 73 and 76 to finish 71st in the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.

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LA JOLLA – Torrey Pines Golf Course was the place to be this past weekend, unless you were some of the world’s best golfers. One by one the big names of golf fell further and further behind as the Farmers Insurance Open took a big hit when the star power of Tiger Woods, world’s No. 1 Jason Day, reigning U.S. Open champ Dustin Johnson, reigning PGA champ Jimmy Walker and Team USA’s local Murrieta hometown favorite, Rickie Fowler, all missed the cut after the first two rounds. For Tiger Woods, who returned to the PGA Tour after 17 months, his reemergence only lasted two days. But the show had to go on and after so many A-listers saw an early exit, a rising star shined bright on the world stage.

Spaniard Jon Rahm sank a 60foot, 8-inch eagle putt on the 72nd hole to win the $6.5 million Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course by three shots Sunday, Jan. 29, winning over PGA Tour rookie C.T. Pan and Charles Howell III. Rahm’s 7-under-par 65 was Sunday’s low round. It also included an eagle on the par-5 13. The first PGA Tour victory in Rahm’s career came on his 17th start and was worth $1.206 million. His previous best finish was a second-place finish in last year’s RBC Canadian Open.

Rahm is the first player since Jay Don Blake in 1991 to get his first PGA Tour victory at what is now the Farmers Insurance Open. The victory gives Rahm a berth in the Masters. Rahm is the sixth player in this 20s to win on the PGA Tour this season and at 22 years, two months and 19 days, the youngest this season.

Rahm began the round among five golfer’s three strokes off the lead, tied for 13th. He bogeyed the first hole, then birdied the third

and fifth, finishing the front nine at 1-under-par. He birdied the 11th hole, sank an 18-foot putt for an eagle on the par-5 13th hole and birdied the 17th.

On his winning putt, Rahm said he “was aiming about 3 feet left of the pin, maybe a little more, to a little spike mark that was there and I was trying to just get it there.’’

“That was my goal…start it on that line and get it to that line,’’ Rahm said. “After that, I knew the slope was going to take care of the rest.”

Rahm is a product of Arizona State, where he became the first two-time winner of the Ben Hogan Award as the best player in collegiate golf. Rahm was coached at Arizona State by Tim Mickelson, a native San Diegan, former University of San Diego coach and the younger brother of Phil Mickelson.

The younger Mickelson resigned as the Sun Devils coach after the conclusion of last season and is now Rahm’s agent.

“Once I realized what kind of person he was and how much he was helping me mature as a person and my golf game, he really was a reference,’’ Rahm said of Tim Mickelson.

As for Woods, Tiger never got anything going after opening with a birdie Friday in the Farmers Insurance and didn’t come close to making the cut. He finished with a 148, including a par on the North Course for an even-par 72 and missed the cut at Torrey Pines for the first time in his career. Woods was coming off the longest layoff of his career as he recovered from two back surgeries.

He last played the PGA Tour in August 2015.

Other local top golfers that either didn’t make the cut or made the cut and finished well behind the leader included Murrieta’s Rickie Fowler (147), who shot just one better than Woods, Lake Elsinore’s

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Tiger Woods returned to the PGA Tour after 17 months, but missed the cut at Torrey Pines for the first time David Canales photo in his career.

Aaron Wise, who tied for 71st place (+4, 292) and Idyllwild’s Brendan Steele, who finished in the Top 20 (-6, 282). San Diego area golfers Phil Mickelson (14th place, -7, 281) and Pat Perez (Fourth place, -9, 279) were hot on the heels of Rahm while the other local favorite, Jamie Lovemark, only made it through the first two days at four over (145).

Next up for some of the world’s best is the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, which will be bursting with energy when a blockbuster field, headlined by Tiger Woods and European Tour’s top-notch heavyweights, descends on Emirates Golf Club this week to create their own slice of history at the Majlis course.

At home in the U.S. is the Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale in Arizona.

Murrieta’s Rickie Fowler chips in from greenside on the eighth hole of the Farmers Insurance Open golf tournament at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego Sunday, Jan. 29.

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Help Heal Veterans partners with NASCAR driver Jennifer Jo Cobb to raise awareness for Vets with PTSD For more than 40 years, Heal Vets, a nonprofit organization founded during the Vietnam War, has supplied arts-and-crafts kits free of charge to injured servicemen and women and U.S. veterans. The kits often become a part of the patient’s treatment plan, giving them a creative outlet along with tangible therapeutic and rehabilitation benefits. The kits improve fine motor skills, cognitive functioning, memory, anger issues and dexterity.

“We greatly admire Jennifer’s commitment to Driven2Honor and the meaningful work the organization does for America’s female veterans,” said Captain Joe McClain, Help Heal Veterans chief executive officer. “We look forward to working with her to help educate others about PTSD and the importance of therapeutic recreation.”

Since 1971, Help Heal Veterans has provided more than 29 million therapeutic arts-and-crafts kits free of charge to injured servicemen and women and U.S. veterans.

For more information about the extensive Heal Vets arts and crafts program, visit HealVets.org, or call (888) 567-VETS (8387).

Help Heal Veterans (Heal Vets), the nation’s largest provider of free therapeutic arts-and-craft kits to U.S. veterans and active-duty military personnel, recently announced it is partnering with Jennifer Jo Cobb, the only female NASCAR driver and team owner. As part of the partnership, Cobb toured the Help Heal Veterans facility, filmed a public service announcement (PSA) about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and will be distributing craft kits to her military guests at future NASCAR races.

Cobb is a professional racecar driver, NASCAR team owner, public speaker and entrepreneur. She launched Driven2Honor in 2011 to honor America’s female military members. Heal Vets and Driven2Honor are teaming up this NASCAR season to provide therapeutic craft kits to female veterans who are guests of Cobb at NASCAR races.

“Honoring and supporting our nation’s veterans, active military and their families is a cause dear to my heart,” said Jennifer Jo Cobb. “I am grateful to be partnering with Heal Vets to provide therapeutic craft kits to those in need.”

NASCAR Driver Jennifer Jo Cobb and Captain Joe McClain, Help Heal Veterans CEO. Greg Nelsen Photography

HS Wrestling: Temecula Valley steamrolls Broncos as another league title comes to fruition JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

defeat Chaparral on the Puma’s home mats.

Results for the Jan. 26 match against Vista Murrieta are as follows: 113 lbs: Pratt (TV) wins by FFT; 120 lbs: Baeza (VM) wins by major decision over Pulopot (TV) 13-2; 126 lbs: Barajas (VM) wins by fall over Atherton (TV) 3:35; 132 lbs: Johnson (TV) wins by fall over Papich (VM) 1:53; 138 lbs: Alawneh (TV) wins by fall over Ferrusca (VM) 1:45; 145 lbs: Scarponi (TV) wins by fall over Phan (VM) 1:23; 152 lbs: Graciano (TV) wins by fall over Lee (VM) 3:41; 160 lbs: Rose (TV) wins by fall over Katona (VM) 1:13; 170

It’s been almost one year to the day since Vista Murrieta fell in the final match of the night against a Temecula Valley High School wrestling program that went on to win their 28th consecutive league title in 2016. This year was a different story as the visiting Vista Murrieta Broncos posted just three wins against the Golden Bear wrestlers that won 11 matches on the night. Temecula Valley won 66-16 and will look to claim their 29th straight Southwestern League title this week when they hope to

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Paloma Valley (4-18, 1-5) - 62 Stats not provided for either team…

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Jan. 27 Great Oak (11-12, 4-2) – 65

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HS Girls’ Basketball Jan. 27 Great Oak (10-8, 3-1) - 65

Chaparral (2-18, 0-6) - 24 GOHS: Stats not provided…

CHS: Z. Rapada - 11 pts, 2 stls; C. Watkins - 4 pts, 11 rbds

HS Boys’ Soccer Jan. 27 Chaparral (12-4-3) – 1

Great Oak (7-9-3) - 0 CHS: J. Pascal Rodriguez – goal GOHS: Stats not provided…

Jan. 27 Murrieta Valley (14-8, 2-4) - 36

Vista Murrieta (15-4, 6-0) - 67 MVHS: Stats not provided…

VMHS: K. Cooper - 17 pts, 5 stls; K. Barton - 12 pts, 5 rbds; M. Kingsley - 2 pts, 8 rbds

Jan. 27 Murrieta Mesa (5-5-4) - 3

Temecula Valley (5-6-7) - 3 Stats not provided for either team…

Jan. 27 Murrieta Mesa (16-6, 4-2) - 30

Temecula Valley (5-13, 1-4) - 28 Stats not provided for either team…

Jan. 27 Murrieta Mesa (9-14, 0-6) - 73

Temecula Valley (18-5, 6-0) - 84 MMHS: A. Routh - 14 pts; C. Rentie - 7 pts, 4 stls; E. Jan. 26 Paloma Valley (8-15, 0-7) - 27 Williams - 7 rbds

Lakeside (19-3, 7-0) - 89 TVHS: Stats not provided…

PVHS: Stats not provided…

LHS: T. Thompson - 26 pts, 5 stls; J. Armendariz - 22 pts, Jan. 27 Murrieta Valley (10-13, 3-3) - 57 9 rbds; E. Merriweather - 17 pts, 11 rbds; J. Green - 11

Vista Murrieta (17-4, 4-2) - 48 pts, 10 rbds, 6 stls MVHS: K. Schroeder - 21 pts, 8 rbds; A. Shackelford - 13 pts, 4 stls Jan. 26 Heritage (13-10, 3-4) - 60 VMHS: Stats not provided…

Elsinore (5-18, 1-6) - 45 HHS: A. Ayon - 13 pts, 6 rbds; K. Taylor - 10 pts, 5 rbds; X. Jan. 27 Rancho Christian (14-10, 6-0) - 90 Daniels - 8 pts, 7 rbds

Calvary Murrieta (5-11, 0-6) - 21 EHS: B. Marquez - 19 pts, 5 stls; H. Osowski - 5 pts, 11 RCS: I. Mobley - 41 pts, 20 rbds; J. Montgomery - 10 rbds; I. Draheim - 10 pts pts, 7 stls CMCS: R. Collom - 5 pts; B. Campos - 5 pts, 3 rbds; C. Jan. 26 Temescal Canyon (19-4, 6-1) - 58 Baker - 8 rbds

Perris (11-7, 4-3) - 48 Stats not provided for either team…

Jan. 27 Western Christian (2-15, 0-10) - 30

Linfield Christian (6-14, 2-9) - 72 LCS: K. Walton - 20 pts, 8 rbds; E. Liu - 15 pts, 5 assts; J Follow Henry - 11 pts all the sports action on

HS Girls’ Soccer Jan. 30 Vista Murrieta (13-3-2) - 2

Temecula Valley (17-3-1) - 1 VMHS: Goals by K. Covert, K. Dualan TVHS: Stats not provided…

Jan. 27 Temecula Valley (17-3-1) - 5

Murrieta Mesa (3-7-4) - 0 Stats not provided for either team…

Jan. 27

Western Christian (13-0-1) - 3 Linfield (10-6-1) - 0

HS Girls’ Water Polo Jan. 27 Great Oak (13-11, 1-5) - 9

Murrieta Valley (16-5, 6-0) – 20 Stats not provided for either team…

Jan. 24 Temecula Valley (9-16, 0-5) - 3

Chaparral (14-8, 2-3) - 11 Stats not provided for either team… *Reported scores get top priority for print, report scores to sports@reedermedia.com.

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Chaparral’s Patricia Alvarado takes a shot on goal against Temecula Valley Tuesday, Jan. 24.

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Tej Johnson (21) of Great Oak goes up for 2 of his 16 points against Chaparral Friday, Jan. 27, at Chaparral High School.

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Vista Murrieta’s Noelani Bernardo (4) goes up for the shot as Temecula Valley’s Kalani Hooks (11) attempts the block Friday, Jan. 20.

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Murrieta Mesa to start new tradition with Silent Seven basketball game JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Taylor University, an NAIA school in Upland, Indiana, started the tradition 20 seasons ago with their Silent Night Game and Mur-

rieta Mesa looks to begin their tradition Friday, Feb. 3, against Great Oak in what they are calling their Silent Seven game.

The boys’ basketball team will be playing at 7 p.m. and once the national anthem is over the school and

its fans will go silent until the team surpasses 6 points. Students and fans are encouraged to dress crazy because the top three costumes will win prizes. First place will get a free Letterman Jacket, second place will get a free year book and third place

will get a Visa Gift Card.

“This is going to be big for our students and our Mesa Beast program. I can’t wait to see how the other team and their fans react,” exclaimed Molly Contreras, a teacher at Murrieta Mesa who also runs the

Mesa Beast program.

After the game the school will have a dance that is free for students who dress in their costume.

If they don’t have a costume cost will be $5. Pizza, music and fun are expected to be had by all.

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Saturday, Jan. 14, was a long day for the Hawks under-14 girls’ soccer club. They played two matches in the Hawks Shootout tournament the Temecula organization hosted and then traveled to San Diego for the San Diego Sockers’ game against the Kansas City Comets.

In addition to watching the game, which ended as a 7-6 Comets victory with the winning goal being scored in the final minute. The Hawks participated in their own game on the Sockers’ field before the Major Arena Soccer League game. The youth team welcomed the Sockers as they were introduced to the crowd.

“That was nice, very nice,” said Hawks coach Carlos Basso.

Sixteen of the Hawks’ players participated in the activities at the Valley View Casino Center, which was the San Diego Sports Arena when Basso played for the Sockers in 1993 during their Continental Indoor Soccer League years.

The game on the field split up the Hawks players. “That was a great experience for them,” Basso said.

Indoor soccer has six players on each side, so the Hawks were able to field two teams for that game.

“We split them up and just let them play,” Basso said.

Sockers general manager Sean Bowers, who lives in Murrieta, invited Basso to have his team participate. “We wanted to celebrate their accomplishments over the past year,” Bowers said. “We wanted to definitely give them their kudos.”

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Basso, who moved from San Diego to Temecula in 2000, also coached the Fallbrook High School girls’ varsity team from 2000-01 to 200304. Basso, who is now 52, was born and raised in Brazil and came to the United States when he was 20. In 1986 he signed a developmental contract with the Sockers and was on their reserve team, although he didn’t play with the primary team during his first stint with the Sockers. He played for the Milwaukee Wave and the Tulsa Ambush before becoming a member of the Sockers in the first of their four CISL seasons.

The under-14 Hawks girls were the under-13 club last year when the won their league, the State Cup, the Regional Cup in Denver, and the National Cup in Tulsa. “This is a great group,” Basso said.

This year’s Hawks won the Jan. 7-8 Nike Challenge Cup. The Temecula squad’s Jan. 14 results were a tie against San Diego United and a

victory over the Poway Vaqueros.

The Poway club is coached by Jean Willrich, who played for the indoor Sockers in the 1980s. “That was kind of nice to see him there on the sidelines,” Basso said.

The Sockers also unveiled new uniforms Jan. 14; the black uniforms have gold trim and the players wear gold socks. “I really like the uniforms. They look very sharp,” Basso said.

Despite the loss, the Sockers still lead the MASL’s Pacific Division.

“I think they’ll be winning a lot of games,” Basso said.

In addition to playing soccer, the Hawks also play futsal, which differs from indoor soccer in terms of number of players (five on each team), surface (a harder floor), ball size (smaller), and out of bounds designation (lines rather than walls or boards). “That really helped their development,” Basso said.

“I thank all the wonderful parents that we have,” Basso said. “They all help with the team’s success.”

Local sports car drivers race the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona

Two local racers from the Temecula Valley, Boris Said and Eric Curran (left) prepared for months for the 55th running of the Rolex 24.

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How is this for a twist? The president of the local BMW dealership raced a Mercedes AMG, while a Murrieta exotic car businessman drove a Cadillac Prototype, in one of the world’s most famous endurance road races this past weekend.

Known by many as the 24 Hours of Daytona, it is currently called the “Rolex 24 at Daytona.” The two-day event was held at the World Center of Racing, the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Since 1962, this grueling 24-hour marathon is a merciless test on the drivers, their machines and the sleepstarved crews, who work nonstop, from sunrise to sunset and back to sunrise. Fifty-five incredible sports cars and prototypes, do battle on the challenging 3.56-mile course at speeds over 190 mph.

The Need for Speed best describes two local racers from the Temecula Valley. Boris Said and Eric Curran have been preparing for months for the 55th running of the Rolex 24, which signals the start of the 2017 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Season. Eric Curran, co-owner of West Coast Exotic Cars, is based in Murrieta. The 41-year-old professional road racer has an incredible resume that includes over 28 major wins and 17 pole positions.

Eric Curran piloted the #31 red and white Cadillac Dpi-V.R prototype sponsored by Whelen. This brandnew car features a 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V-8, fuel injected engine

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In 2016, Eric and co-driver Dane Cameron won the coveted IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship series for Action Express Racing Team in a Corvette Prototype.

This was Curran’s eighth Rolex 24 at Daytona appearance. In talking with Eric about the race specifics, he said “The No. 31 car will have 4-drivers, with approximately 8 driver changes and stops every 45 minutes, along with tire changes. The car will shift gears 31-times every lap on 3.56-mile course and on the fastest portion of the Daytona circuit my car will reach 197 mph.”

Boris Said, who is the president of BMW of Murrieta, also raced, but ironically, not in a BMW. Boris, a two-time winner at Daytona and longtime BMW Factory driver, is famous for racing everything, anything, anytime and anywhere. “Give me the keys, I’ll race it” is a famous Boris Said one-liner.

His passion for speed came from his Father, Bob Said, F1 driver and a 2x U.S. Bobsled Olympian. Boris’ first love was motorcycle racing, however after he attended the 1985 Detroit Grand Prix and meet SCCA Champion Bob Sharp, he shifted to four wheels. Two years later he began his career in auto racing in the Sports Car Club of America, and the rest is history.

Boris was a part of the SunEnergy1 Racing team in a spectacular looking Mercedes AMG GT3. The No. 75 was said to be a contender in the GT Daytona Class. His co-Drivers were Germany’s Maro Engel, France’s Tristan Vautier and team owner/

driver Kenny Habul, former Australian now living in North Carolina.

With BMW icon Boris Said racing a Mercedes and West Coast Exotic Car’s Eric Curran driving a Cadillac prototype, you may ask yourself, is automotive brand loyalty out the window? No, not really, “the business of selling luxury automobiles” Boris says, “is different from being a professional race car driver and the business of road racing.”

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How to make money while working out to stay fit Nathaniel Sillin SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The end of the year is a perennial period of self-reflection, and I enjoy partaking in setting a few New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, I’ve enthusiastically started a year with shiny optimism more than once only to find myself falling short a few weeks later. I know I’m not alone, and I’m encouraged by people who challenge themselves time and time again.

Resolutions related to finances and health are especially common; they are two important components of life. Here are a few ways that you could tie physical activities into achieving your financial goals.

Hopefully being able to tackle both resolutions at once can help keep you motivated for the entire year.

First, compete with yourself or others. If you’re up for a little

friendly competition, consider creating or joining a challenge and putting money on the line.

There’s an online app that you can use to place a wager on how often you’ll work out. At the end of the week, you have to pay your preselected amount for each workout you miss. But if you complete your workouts for the week, you collect a portion of the amount paid out by everyone else.

Some people make an arrangement with a friend where you each agree to work out a certain number of times a week and to pay the other person $5 or $10 for each workout missed. Or, you could opt to make a donation to a charity of your friend’s choice rather than pay each other. The goal is to provide accountability, and the financial aspect can add a sense of urgency and be a great motivational tool.

Connect an activity tracker to

rewards programs. Several services give you points each time you work out and let you redeem the points for cash, gift cards or other prizes. The real trick is to use multiple programs and maximize your rewards from every workout. Some employers also provide bonus points to employees that use these programs or have similar rewards programs of their own.

Make working out your work. If you’re looking to make a serious lifestyle change and potentially some serious money, consider becoming a personal trainer or fitness instructor. While the certification process can be expensive and time-consuming, afterward you’ll be able to charge clients for classes or one-on-one training.

Or, you could try to find flexible and active work that suits your interests and experience. Gardener, referee or dog walker could be good

fits to supplement your income, while keeping you fit.

Keep exercise-related expenses down. It can be tempting to buy new workout equipment or sign up for a gym when you’re excited about a New Year’s resolution.

However, there are many ways to get fit without expensive equipment or a large gym.

For example, you can find videos of free instructor-led workouts or yoga sequences online or try an app that creates and leads you through workouts. If you want to take up an activity that requires facilities, look for inexpensive options at local community centers.

Raise money for a charity with every step. You may not have a strong desire to earn money but are still looking for a little extra motivation to work out. Similar to the programs that reward you with points, there are apps like Charity

Miles that you can use to raise money for your favorite charities while exercising.

You could also sign up for a charity walk, run or ride; you’ll know when you cross the finish line that you’ve helped a good cause.

The bottom line is that by keeping costs down and looking for ways to make money while staying active you can make your budget and your body more flexible. This approach could help you stay motivated for longer, and you can use the extra money to pursue your other goals for the year.

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family and friends of this child. The death is a disturbing reminder how serious the flu can be, particularly for those with underlying health issues, the very young and the elderly,” Kaiser said. “It’s also an important reminder that getting a flu shot could help you avoid the flu altogether.”

During the 2015-2016 flu season, there were nine flu-related deaths reported in Riverside County.

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Inland Empire lacks strong tobacco control policies, new report shows SAN BERNARDINO – The newly released American Lung Association “State of Tobacco Control 2017 – California Local Grades” report shows San Bernardino and Riverside County and its cities continue to struggle with comprehensive tobacco control policies to prevent and reduce tobacco use and limit exposure to secondhand smoke.

The City of San Bernardino and unincorporated San Bernardino County both received an F in this year’s report. The City of Riverside and unincorporated Riverside County both received a C, unchanged from last year. A number of other cities received low marks for their lack of smoke-free air and housing policies.

“Local elected leaders who continue to ignore the incredible health risks associated with tobacco use are doing a disservice to their community,” said Olivia Diaz-Lapham, president and CEO of the American Lung Association in California.

“Tobacco-related illnesses remain the single most preventable cause of disease and death in California and we urge communities to institute policies to reduce smoking rates and exposure to secondhand smoke, and to protect our children from a lifetime of addiction.”

There were a few bright spots for the region in this year’s report. The City of Rialto in San Bernardino County was featured as one of the “Cities and Counties on the Rise” for passing an ordinance making public parks smoke-free including e-cigarettes. The City of Bishop in Inyo County also made the list for improving its smoke-free outdoor air policies including regulations on e-cigarette use.

Additionally, in Riverside County, Hemet, Murrieta, and Temecula all received B grades, the highest in the county.

“The State of Tobacco Control 2017 – California Local Grades” report issues grades for all 482 cities and 58 counties in California on local tobacco control policies. Grades are awarded in three categories: Smoke-free Outdoor Air, Smokefree Housing, and Reducing Sales of Tobacco Products. Bonus points are available in the Emerging Issues category. The report can be viewed at www.stateoftobaccocontrol.org/ california2017.

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For the first time in the history of the report, more than 20 cities and counties received an overall A grade for their tobacco control policies.

Additionally, this year’s report saw 12 fewer F grades handed out.

While the number of F grades continues to steadily decline, more than 50 percent of California’s population still live in communities scoring a D or F. This includes nearly half of the 10 most populous cities in the state. In fact, none of the top 10 most populous cities have an A grade, and none of them passed tobacco control policies in 2016.

“It is unacceptable that some of California’s largest cities continue to lag behind when it comes to preventing teens from smoking and ensuring public spaces can be enjoyed without the threat of secondhand smoke exposure,” Diaz-Lapham said. “Strong policies in our major cities, which are home to millions of people, would have significant public health benefits. We call on local officials in California’s largest cities to step up efforts to fight back against tobacco.”

Statewide, California was one of the most improved states in 2016, earning strong grades in the national “State of Tobacco Control 2017” report. The improved grades are a result of tobacco control policies passed by the Legislature and signed by Governor Brown in 2016 including raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco products to 21, regulating e-cigarettes the same as other tobacco products and strengthening workplace smoke-free laws.

Additionally, voters passed Proposition 56 in November, which raises the tax on a pack of cigarettes by $2 to $2.87 per pack beginning in April 2017.

Looking ahead, there are several policy areas where California, as well as its cities and counties can improve.

A lack of comprehensive policies to prevent exposure to secondhand smoke in multi unit housing complexes continues to cause harm to the most vulnerable: children, the elderly and those with lung illnesses.

Residents of apartment buildings who suffer from asthma, COPD or lung cancer are routinely exposed to secondhand smoke from tobacco use in neighboring units or common outdoor areas.

The American Lung Association in California strongly advocates for

all multi unit housing complexes to be smokefree and will continue to work with local governments and the state Legislature to implement those policies.

The sale of menthol and flavored tobacco products, which the tobacco industry utilizes to target youth and those in disadvantaged communi-

ties, must be further curtailed. In 2016, Santa Clara County led the way on the issue, becoming the first municipality in the nation to restrict the sale of menthol and other flavored tobacco products to 21-and-over retailers.

“Big Tobacco uses flavored tobacco products to get teens and

those in disadvantaged communities lured into a deadly addiction,” said David Tom Cooke, M.D., FCCP, FACS, lung surgeon and member of the American Lung Association in California Governing Board. “Tobacco-related illnesses are completely preventable and we must act at the local level to end this health crisis.”

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Lawmakers react to governor’s State of State Address RIVERSIDE – Gov. Jerry Brown’s State of the State Address Jan. 24, raised the prospect of “partisan fights” that could prove costly to California but also boasted a heartening message of standing up for all Californians “in the face of uncertainty,” Riverside County lawmakers said in reaction to the speech.

In his annual message, Brown touted lower unemployment, a smaller deficit, a higher minimum wage and expanded spending on education as successes over the last few years, but he also complained that “familiar signposts of our democracy – truth, civility, working together – have been obscured or swept aside.”

Brown took aim at President Donald Trump in asserting that he was prepared to “defend those laws” that he has signed in recent years bolstering protections for undocumented immigrants.

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Brown also stated his unswerving desire to retain the health care exchanges established under Obamacare and take on any efforts to undercut the state’s anti-global warming initiatives.

“Make no mistake: the future is uncertain and dangers abound,” Brown said. “Whether it’s the threat to our budget, or to undocumented Californians ... this is a time which calls out for courage and for perseverance. I promise you both.”

Sen. Jeff Stone, R-La Quinta, said he agreed in part with Brown’s theme of shelving party affiliation in preference to acting as “Californians first.”

“We owe it to our constituents and taxpayers in the state to work

collaboratively and collegially with our federal partners to make sure our state receives its fair share of federal funding, but we need to closely examine how our valuable tax dollars are spent and make sure they aren’t being wasted on programs and services that aren’t absolutely essential,” Stone said.

Stone said he hoped Brown would lead the way “to find common ground and move forward” without veering onto a course of “petty partisan fights that continue to divide our state.”

Assemblyman Jose Medina, D-Moreno Valley, applauded Brown for his “commitment to upholding California’s values and defending its people in the face of uncertainty.”

However, Medina, a former

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“But his silence on a score of other issues was deafening,” Melendez said. “Talking about environmental and immigration issues feed the hungry liberal’s appetite, but what about California’s small-business owners and working families living paycheck to paycheck?

“There was no mention of a plan to lift millions of people out of poverty or how to combat the rise in crime. These are problems that cannot be ignored.

“Mr. Governor, I accept your olive branch and what I took as an invitation to work together for the benefit of all Californians. My office is only two floors away from yours.

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teacher, again questioned whether Brown was doing enough to promote “education and innovation that come from California’s higher education systems.”

“Recent reports from the U.S. Department of Education revealed that more students than previously thought have defaulted on or failed to pay back their college loans,” Medina said. “This means that too many young people are starting out with insurmountable debt and sub-optimal credit, which have longterm consequences.”

Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore, said she was pleased to hear Brown express a “newfound zeal for bipartisanship,” quoting a section of his address that underscored the

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Sen. Charles E. Schumer is guilty of bipartisan deceit Using terms like “my fellow Democrats,” “my party” and “Republicans,” Sen. Charles E. Schumer is stating “Democrats” will do everything they can to delay confirmation hearings of President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees.

According to a “Washington Post” article Jan. 1, Schumer seems to be rallying against Republicans rather than standing for the American people.

In an interview, syndicated columnist Charles Krauthammer said, “Revenge is not a good strategy for the Dems.”

Whether Americans are Democrat, Republican or neither, we can all basically agree that U.S. elected officials are intended to serve the American people.

Defending “your party” seems to be of greater interest for this Senator’s job security and self-righteous egoism than to serve the American people.

Career bipartisan deceit is not unlike individuals taking welfare for a lifetime. It is abuse of the American taxpayers’ dollars.

Schumer “vows” to stretch out the approval process of cabinet nominees according to TheBlaze; and in the Townhall’s Jan. 1 article, Schumer said, “Democrats will resist Trump’s picks vehemently.”

In the “Washington Post” article,

Schumer goes on to outline how the hearing process can be elongated.

Since when has the bipartisan challenge become more important than the values of America?

It is interesting to note that Schumer participated in a unanimous Democratic nomination for seven of “president-elect” Obama’s cabinet on inauguration day and another five that same week in 2009.

Whether a U.S. citizen is proClinton, pro-Trump, pro-change or etc., we have already elected a 2017 American president for our nation.

What is possible now, if the American people and their government officials unite to create a U.S.A. based on the values and the ideals of a great nation once again?

Schumer and other elected officials, please stop the bipartisan deceit, at the expense of American taxpayers.

If the senator cannot support the president-elect based on values for the American people rather than for his party, then perhaps Sen. Charles E. Schumer and others need to step aside for someone who is loyal to America rather than someone who is loyal to their party.

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It was standing room only for three hours Thursday, Jan. 19 as prospective candidates interviewed for potential jobs with Hoehn Audi of Temecula. The job fair was held at the Springhill Suites by Marriott, 28220 Jefferson Ave., Temecula.

“We have 200 to 300 applicants already registered,” Josh Sherman, communications and marketing director for the Hoehn Motors Group, said. “And we have many senior members of our staff here to do the interviews.” Indeed, even General Manager Charles Eder and owner Bill Hoehn were actively involved in the event.

“We are hiring locally for 30 to 40 positions – lot attendants, technicians, salespeople, service and parts,” Ted Hoehn said. “And with this large turnout, we hope to find good qualified candidates. As the dealership grows, we will add more employees, to a maximum of around 60.” He is the fourth generation of his family to be involved in the family automotive business since 1928.

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vice manager, sales manager, parts manager and others – already live here in Temecula and Murrieta and have been commuting to Carlsbad for years,” Ted Hoehn said. “Needless to say, they are excited about the opportunity to be working closer to home and experience an immediate impact on their quality of life. They will provide continuity with the Hoehn philosophies of doing business, taking exceptional care of customers and being actively involved in the community.”

The Hoehn’s have owned Hoehn Motors in Carlsbad for 30 years, selling numerous luxury brands and providing exceptional customer service.

“We have had our eye on the Temecula Valley for many years,” Ted Hoehn said. “A good number of local customers were already making the drive south for sales and service. So when Audi was finally ready and awarded us the opportunity, we were more than happy to come out here and serve these communities.”

Next door to the new Audi dealership, the Mercedes-Benz dealership sold 1,500 cars in its first year with sales revenue exceeding $92

Over 200 candidates sought to apply for the 30-40 jobs with Hoehn Audi of Temecula. Early candidates begin to fill the waiting room at Spring Hill Suites in Temecula.

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“We were encouraged by the success of the Mercedes-Benz of Temecula dealership, and we see being right next door as a plus,” Bill Hoehn said. “When like dealerships cluster, they all thrive. It becomes a destination.”

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Owners Bill Hoehn and Ted Hoehn are pleased with the turnout for the job fair, expressing excitement and optimism for the opening of the new Hoehn Audi of Temecula car dealership.

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Hoehn Audi of Temecula will open in early March bringing new jobs, another luxury brand option and additional revenue to the local economy.

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6:30-9pm. Idyllwild Jazz Combo | MUSIC AT THE CENTER. Diamond Valley Arts Council- Hemet.

12-1pm. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Adams Arrangements, 420 South State Street, San Jacinto, CA 92583.

7-10pm. Historic Hemet Theatre presents a Tribute to Neil Diamond.

11am-12pm. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening at Jimmy John’s.

12-1pm. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Rancho Oral & Facial Surgery, 242 South State Street, Hemet, CA 92543.

7:45am-3:30pm. San Jacinto Valley Women’s Conference.

The Country Club at Soboba Springs., 1020 Soboba Road.

12-1pm. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Healthy Hangout, 2135 East Florida Avenue, Hemet, CA 92544.

New Members: • Carlson & Associates • Hemet Smiles • Jimmy John’s Sandwiches • Mario Castellanos DDS

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Our 2017 Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament benefiting Junior Golf will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the Canyon Lake Country Club. This event is open to the public. Call the Chamber office 951-244-6124 to register.

2017 brings the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce two new Directors; Barry Walker and Matt Svendsen, I am looking forward to working with both gentlemen. As a small Chamber our board works hard to provide for our members by making our small City known to all. I’m looking forward to 2017, working with our new City council, new staff members and letting everyone know that our Town Center and Eastport Center are there for all to enjoy.

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February Events:

The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce is very proud to announce the winners of our 2016 Community Awards. All winners will be honored at our 21st Annual Chamber Installation & Community Award Gala on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at the Canyon Lake Lodge.

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12-1pm. Lunch & Learn: T.I.P. Presents-An Update On The Chapter at The Links at Summerly.

8:30-9:30am. Hump Day Morning Mixer at CJ’s Sports Grill & Turf Club.

12-1:30pm. Lake Elsinore Nooner at Main Street Kitchen & Tap. 6pm. 68th Annual Installation Dinner & Awards Ceremony at Diamond Club.

5:30-8pm. Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance at Pins N’ Pockets.

12-1pm. EWDC Luncheon-A Conversation with Supervisor Kevin Jeffries at Diamond Club.

5:30-7pm. After Hours Business Networking Mixer-Craft Brewing Company at Craft Brewing Company.

11:30am-1:30pm. Student of the Month at Lakeside HS.

New Members: • The Plumbing Guys • The Quikrete Companies • Lake Elsinore Citizen Committee 132 West Graham Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (951) 245-8848 www.lakeelsinorechamber.com

25125 Madison Avenue, Suite 108, Murrieta, CA 92562 (951) 677-7916 | pellis @murrietachamber.org www.murrietachamber.org

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Chamber of CommerCe Upcoming Events: March 11 2017 Installation of Officers and Awards Dinner @ Elks Lodge Wildomar.

New Members:

12-1pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends Franklin’s Cove! 40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd B1, Murrieta.

First Thursday Mixer At Mulligan Family Fun Center! Bring the Family, Mulligan Family Fun Center is offering Complimentary 1 Hour Wristbands for Lots of Fun!!! Let the kids have fun while you mix & mingle!

9am-3pm. Valentine Celebration for Angel Tree Children & Families. Wellness & More, 25377 Madison Ave., Suite 104, Murrieta 92562.

11:30am-1pm. Government Relations Meeting at the Murrieta Chamber office.

5:45-7:30pm. Information Meeting: Bachelor of Arts. Complete Your Degree in 18-24 Months! FREE Information, Murrieta Regional Campus 40508 Murrieta Hot Springs Road Murrieta 92563 (next to Sam’s Club).

12-1pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends at Denny’s! 25365 Madison Ave. , Murrieta, CA 92562.

7:30-9am. Networking Breakfast at 8 Bit Brewing Company!

26755 Jefferson Ave. , Suite F, Murrieta, CA 92562.

12-1pm. Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for Get a Clue Room Escape! 27420 Jefferson Suite 104, Temecula.

4-7pm. Ribbon Cutting for Home & Loans Done Right! 24757 Washington Ave., Murrieta.

9am-10:30pm. Murrieta School of Business: Topic: The Wisdom of Walt! Leadership Lessons from the Happiest Place on Earth! at the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce.

1-2pm. Ribbon Cutting for Lovely Little Ladies Salon & Boutique!

40165 Murrieta Hot Springs Road Suite J, Murrieta, CA 92562.

8:30-10am. New Member Orientation! Murrieta Chamber of Commerce, 25125 Madison Ave. #108, Murrieta CA 92562.

1-2pm. Murrieta Lunch with Friends Sizzler! Sizzler-Murrieta BMW Management, 40489 Murrieta Hot Springs Road, Murrieta, CA 92563.

4-5pm. 4 year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting for Do It Yourself Divorce! The Shamrock Irish Pub and Eatery, 39252 Winchester Road, Ste. 145, Murrieta, CA 92563.

8:30-9:30am. Power Partners-An Open Casual Networking Event. The Mill Restaurant, 24690 Washington Ave., Murrieta, CA 92562.

10-11am. Chamber Walkabout! 25125 Madison Ave 108, Murrieta CA 92562.

8:30-9:30am. Coffee with the City! Murrieta Chamber office, 25125 Madison Ave., Suite 108, Murrieta, CA 92562.

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8:30-9:30am. Ambassador Meeting at Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Office, 29737 New Hub Dr. Ste 102.

7pm. Menifee City Council Meeting- Menifee City Hall.

8-9am. Wake up Menifee Hosted by Point Mortgage. 29737 New Hub Dr STE #101, Menifee, CA 92586.

5-7pm. Coldwell Banker Mixer/Ribbon Cutting, 29950 Haun Rd. STE 101, Menifee, CA 92586.

8-10am. Student of the Month. Perris Sizzler.

8:30-9:30am. Are You Linked In or Linked Out? Are you using LinkedIn to benefit you and your business? Or are you Linked Out completely? Come to our workshop and find out. Free for Chamber members, $10 for Non-Chamber members.

10am. StepFamily Systems Co-Parenting Ribbon Cutting 29737 New Hub Dr. STE. #101, Menifee, CA 92586.

12pm. Sports Clip Ribbon Cutting, 30155 Haun Rd, Menifee, CA 92586.

7pm. Menifee City Council Meeting at Menifee City Hall.

11am-1pm. Brokers Luncheon at Menifee Lakes Country Club.

Contact the Chamber at 951-672-1991 for more information.

9-11am. Exceed Sensitivity Training, 29737 New Hub DR. STE. #201, Menifee, CA 92586..

9-11am. Employment and HR Workshop. Are you up to date with HR and employment laws? Come learn some great techniques and trades to make you a better employer. Free for Chamber members, $10 for Non-Chamber members.

President’s Message:

• Caring Hearts for Veterans and Community

As the Hemet San Jacinto Valley Chamber moves into the new year, we look forward to our ever growing community and with our new members. We have several opportunities for a person or business to take advantage with our Women in Business, Community Resource Network and the Hispanic Business Network. For more information call the chamber office at 951-658-3211.

The Wildomar Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to all the fun events we will be putting on this year. From our Pool tournament to our 1000 flyer program we will be busy joining together and promoting all the great things happening in Wildomar and surrounding cities. Sincerely, Dana DeJong

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Business

The Tax Lady –Tax issues for military taxpayers Karyn Vaughn, E.A. SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

As a former military family, my husband is a retired Marine sergeant major, I have many military clients around the world. There are a surprising number of tax rules specifically for members of the armed services that I’d like to discuss. First though, for active duty or former military, I thank you for your service.

The earned income credit is a payment available to low-income, working taxpayers. The amount of the credit varies based on age, income and number of children. Military members receive tax-free income while serving in a combat zone. The special military rule is that combat pay can either be

included or excluded for EIC purposes to maximize the credit amount.

You may be required to file a return in your home state or state of domicile, even if you are stationed in California.

Military wages are considered earned in the state of domicile, not the duty station. Your spouse may or may not share your state of domicile. If your spouse works or you have an additional job in California, you will be required to file a California state return for that income.

Here’s a typical scenario for rental properties in other states to consider.

You are stationed in North Carolina and buy a home. Three years later, you get orders to Camp Pendleton in California. You decide to rent out the house instead of selling it. This deci-

sion requires you to report the income and expenses for the property, but there are some tax advantages such as depreciation and travel to manage the property which may result in a deductible loss each year. You will be required to file a state return in North Carolina along with possibly one in your state of domicile, plus California in some cases.

Continuing the scenario above, let’s consider capital gains taxes. After four years in base housing at Camp Pendleton, you get orders to Okinawa, Japan.

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Uniform costs are deductible if you itemize deductions and when they exceed 2 percent of your income.

This deduction includes the cost of uniforms you are “prohibited from wearing when off duty,” plus the cost of dry cleaning and tailoring. You must reduce the total by the amount of your clothing allowance. Contrary to what you may have heard, haircuts are not part of your uniform costs. This issue was clarified in an IRS ruling.

Volunteer income tax assistance is available on base for free. For people with simple returns, this assistance is a great option, and I recommend taking

advantage of the service. If you have more complicated matters with which VITA cannot help, such as businesses or investments, it may be beneficial to use a tax professional.

Karyn Vaughn is an Enrolled Agent and business consultant. She has been helping taxpayers for 30 years. She has extensive experience in tax matters for individuals, corporations, partnerships and IRS settlements. She specializes in military taxpayers. Her status as an E.A. allows her to practice in all 50 states and to represent taxpayers before the IRS. If you have tax questions that you would like to see covered in this column, please submit them by email to karyn@karynvaughn.com or visit her website at www.karynvaughn.com.

New dining experiences coming to Menifee MENIFEE – Residents can enjoy more dining options locally in Menifee when Cafe Rio and Jamba Juice open in the Menifee Lakes Plaza shopping center at the corner of Newport Road and Antelope Road, the city’s Economic Development Department and the developer Muirfield Properties announced.

Cafe Rio and Jamba Juice will join a quality line-up at the under construction Menifee Lakes Plaza. The 150,000 square foot, high-traffic neighborhood center will feature health-conscious restaurants, retail shops, hotel and a 38,000 -square-foot LA Fitness center with state-of-the-art workout and cardio equipment and an indoor pool.

The plaza will also feature a 12-pump Chevron gas station with 3,400 square foot convenience store, car wash and lube center. The neighborhood center is expected to open spring 2017.

“The city’s has been listening to our residents who want new dining and shopping options closer to home,” Mayor Neil Winter said. “We have been working hard to attract national-

brand retailers to close the $400 million sales tax leakage gap in our city. “ Cafe Rio is a Mexican grill inspired

by Mexico’s Rio Grande region, Southern Texas and New Mexico.

The restaurant has over 85 locations, and Menifee will be its first location in Riverside County. Cafe Rio prides itself on using farm-to-table ingredients to make fresh food with handmade tortillas and salsas and promises the highest quality. For more information, please visit www.caferio.com.

Jamba Juice is a juice giant specializing in juices, smoothies and bowls, offering residents a health-conscious, quick-stop option in Menifee. Jamba Juice has over 800 locations where they serve wholesome ingredients to promote a healthy lifestyle. For more information, please visit www.jambajuice.com.

For more information on Menifee Lakes Plaza or development in Menifee, please contact Menifee’s Economic Development Department at (951) 672-6777.

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Volume 17, Issue 5

HOME & GARDEN

Sticks-on-fire glow around Fallbrook Lucette Moramarco photo

Lucette Moramarco LMORAMARCO@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Succulents have long been popular plants in Southern California due to their drought-resistance, and possibly because of the variety of shapes and textures they add to a landscape.

The euphorbia family of succulents, like any family, has members that are very different in looks. Some are spiny, some are smooth, some have bright red flowers and some have very small flowers that are hardly noticeable. Many of them look like underwater plants and are suitable for an ocean-themed garden on land.

Like most succulents, euphorbia members thrive in the wintertime, especially the euphorbia tirucalli or sticks-on-fire (also called fire stick, finger plant, Indian tree spurge or pencil plant) which turns bright orange to red in cold temperatures.

Shrubs of sticks-on-fire can be seen growing in yards and nurseries all around Fallbrook, noticeable for their glowing color and unique shape which is unlike the rest of the euphorbia family.

While the famous poinsettia belongs to the euphorbia family, it is not a succulent, however, it has a characteristic common to its succulent cousins. They are all toxic or poisonous, to varying degrees.

As a member of the Fallbrook Garden Club and several other garden clubs in the past, Chris Sangster has become an expert on succulents. While she prefers plants that flower, she propagates (grows from cuttings) all kinds of plants for the club, including euphorbia.

Sangster said that the sticks-on-fire shrub can grow to 25 feet tall by 8 to 10

feet wide. The branches are vertical and as thin as pencils, which is why it is also know as the pencil plant. It has small leaves that are not easily seen and drop before the end of the growing season. It has tiny yellow flowers from September to December.

The plant is native to a wide range of land from Madagascar north through tropical and subtropical Africa, the Arabian Peninsula and India. According to Sangster, the sticks-on-fire only needs water about every two to three weeks in summer and none in winter.

The plant should be allowed to dry out before watering again. While that low need for water makes it popular, Sangster advises gardeners to be cautious when caring for this plant as the stems break easily which can be a problem as its milky sap is toxic and can make a person sick.

She suggests wearing disposable gloves when working with sticks-on-fire to avoid skin contact with the sap, and also because the sap on a regular gardening glove will remain toxic long after the plant was handled.

Sangster also said, “When working with this plant use protective goggles, and if you do get it (sap) in the eyes, seek medical attention quickly. For this reason, this plant should also not be planted near paths.”

The plants breakability also makes it unsuitable for homes where there are children, or dogs who like to chew on everything.

Sangster said that people should not exclude the sticks-on-fire plant from their gardens if they like it as it is not a danger if treated with care. It is also an attractive addition to a garden, adding both color and interest.

Courtesy photo

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[Top] The bright glowing stick-on-fire plant glows among the green plants of Chris Sangster’s garden.

[Middle] Container gardens can be attractively designed with the use of a variety of succulents. Both texture and color can be achieved by using a variety of plants, including firestick plants for a little height and unique gradient of colors.

Euphorbia tirucalli is also known as stick-on-fire, firestick and pencil stick, among other names.

[Bottom] Firestick plants (taller, multicolor green, yellow and orange) can provide height, texture, and contrasting colors to other succulent plantings in a garden.

By combining various hues of succulent plantings – from the blue/gray to the bright green, and the sunset shades of the firestick plants, one can provide for attractive color diversity in a low-water setting.

Lucette Moramarco photo

Market at a glance (As of January 29, 2017) No of Homes Sold Inventory of Properties Listed

TEMECULA

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

SAN JACINTO

20

30

12

20

6

21

7

35

10

(306) 304

(316) 315

85

(192) 185

78

(124) 145

(147) 145

(333) 329

Average Selling Price

$429,758

$351,403

(83)

$351,140

$300,384

(82)

$427,667

$320,126

$210,750

$224,951

(116)

$244,200

116

Average List Price

$813,911

$682,116

$425,542

$363,465

$490,502

$404,614

$295,388

$272,512

$262,636

Median List Price

$568,140

$459,900

$417,900

$350,000

$424,950

$390,000

$269,000

$239,900

$252,450

Asking Price per Square Foot

$216

$180

$159

$166

$201

$154

$160

$148

$144

Average Days on Market

139

120

108

99

144

61

87

146

137

Most Expensive Listing

$7,400,000

$5,500,000

$990,000

$1,198,000

$1,195,000

$950,000

$975,000

$1,649,000

$1,500,000

Least Expensive Listing

$63,500

$157,000

$114,000

$39,900

$93,000

$213,500

$139,900

$57,000

$59,000

Average Age of Listing

18

18

22

22

30

12

30

38

26

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

36%

37%

32%

27%

41%

25%

26%

25%

25%

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

13%

12%

18%

6%

13%

10%

10%

6%

9%

% of Flip properties (price increase)

4%

6%

7%

8%

3%

5%

9%

9%

7%

3082

2984

2584

2084

2244

2570

1569

1654

1748

Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft)

8,001-10,000

8,001-10,000

8,001-10,000

6,501-8,000

6,501-8,000

6,501-8,000

6,501-8,000

Median Number of Bedrooms

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

3.0

4.0

3.0

3.0

4.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.0

3.0

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.0

2.0

2.0

Seller (40.9)

Seller (43.6)

Seller (52.8)

Seller (46.7)

Seller (44.7)

Seller (47.6)

Seller (45.6)

Market Action Index*

6,501-8,000 6,501-8,000

Seller (41.8) Seller (45.4)

*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer.

Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 01/30/17. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 01/29/17 Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

Valley News • www.myvalleynews.com • February 3, 2017

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 160 closed transactions for 1/23/17 - 1/29/17.

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Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Anza

52790 Ardwell Drive

$490,000

1871

4BR

2BA

346

58836 Remy Road

$249,000

1836

3BR

2BA

110

38560 Alessandro Road

$303,000

2144

2BR

3BA

183

57900 Bickel Lane

$218,000

1404

3BR

2BA

8883 Stephenson Lane

$285,000

1861

2BR

4393 Muleshoe Court

$250,000

2595

42080 Rockview Drive

$365,000

2477

725 Juanita Street

$173,000

8955 Stephenson Lane 41326 Shadow Palm Way

Hemet

Lake Elsinore

City

Address

Lake Elsinore

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

32075 Poppy Way

$315,000

1961

4BR

3BA

-2

19003 Reindeer Drive

$279,900

1416

3BR

2BA

47

28471 Sun City Boulevard

$310,000

2556

4BR

2BA

47

29266 Castlewood Drive

$320,000

1846

3BR

2BA

236

24103 Deputy Way

$428,000

3122

4BR

4BR

2BA

104

29902 Bankside Drive

$390,000

3098

4BR

3BR

3BA

94

28624 Moon Shadow Drive

$306,000

1732

4BR

1086

2BR

2BA

72

30339 Moon Star Circle

$365,000

1813

2BR

2BA

51

$250,000

1761

2BR

2BA

123

31704 Palomar Road

$410,250

3056

5BR

3BA

$205,000

1316

2BR

2BA

86

29092 Rambling Brook Dr.

$335,000

2407

4BR

3BA

Menifee

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

San Jacinto

1446 Adams Circle 1450 Western Village Drive

$114,000

860

2BR

1BA

40

$218,000

1414

3BR

2BA

136

14

2040 Whispering Bells Road

$270,000

2324

4BR

2BA

3BA

48

65

1292 Huckleberry Lane

$325,000

3161

5BR

3BA

28

3BA

4

849 Nantucket Street

$218,000

1391

3BR

2BA

49

3BA

89

762 Melville Avenue

$235,000

1694

3BR

2BA

19

3BA

54

2222 Purple Finch Court

$287,000

2723

4BR

3BA

0

27553 Genevieve Drive

$216,000

845

3BR

1BA

39

105

28407 Murrieta Road

$184,500

1774

3BR

3BA

9

83

29669 Oakbridge Drive

$303,000

1415

4BR

2BA

105

Sun City

26009 Dumont Road

$334,699

2518

3BR

3BA

63

29901 Lamprey Street

$360,000

2921

4BR

3BA

5

27256 Terrytown Road

$213,750

1550

2BR

2BA

11

1295 Cawston Avenue

$60,000

522

1BR

1BA

95

27102 Back Bay Drive

$314,900

1586

3BR

2BA

19

26450 Cherry Hills Blvd.

$110,000

1066

2BR

2BA

18

24880 Balestrieri Road

$215,000

1454

4BR

2BA

102

28722 Wee Burn Way

$239,000

1950

3BR

2BA

65

26708 Mehaffey Street

$206,000

1777

3BR

2BA

32

43679 Frank Court

$153,000

1344

2BR

2BA

67

28284 Long Meadow Drive

$369,000

1786

2BR

2BA

10

27165 Paloma Way

$242,000

1316

3BR

2BA

16

42635 Gibbel Road

$248,000

2108

3BR

3BA

46

29754 Cheshire Court

$338,000

2506

4BR

3BA

31

27252 Dayton Lane

$462,000

3318

4BR

4BA

124

43453 Marlene Street

$165,000

1978

2BR

2BA

20

29950 Calle San Martine

$305,000

1329

3BR

2BA

28

Temecula

29110 Vallejo Avenue

$700,000

3358

4BR

4BA

195

884 Zephyr Circle

$169,000

924

2BR

1BA

12

30095 Via Del Fierro

$342,000

1965

4BR

3BA

55

45433 Camino Monzon

$445,000

2934

4BR

3BA

224

813 Cortez Drive

$160,000

1166

2BR

2BA

34

29916 Fernleaf Drive

$237,500

974

2BR

2BA

53

42170 CALABRIA

$319,900

2060

3BR

3BA

67

1108 Mayberry Avenue

$131,500

792

2BR

1BA

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27638 Moonridge Drive

$269,000

1139

3BR

2BA

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39161 Trail Creek Lane

$425,000

2389

4BR

3BA

144

26637 Amanda Avenue

$105,000

880

2BR

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27589 Charlestown Drive

$200,000

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2BR

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43097 Agena Street

$350,000

1444

3BR

2BA

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441 Gilia Street

$269,900

1723

4BR

2BA

47

26953 POTOMAC

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1338

2BR

2BA

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30932 Oakhill Drive

$370,000

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2BR

2BA

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950 Palm Avenue

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2BR

2BA

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30735 Carriage Hill Drive

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2BA

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31935 Calle Vimianzo

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3BA

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957 Sunstone Avenue

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1892

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3BA

48

29802 Kentfield Drive

$333,000

1953

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30568 Sierra Madre Drive

$357,000

1829

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3BA

46

1250 Berylstone Drive

$311,000

2278

5BR

2BA

22

$34,100,000

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266

32234 Placer Belair

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1707 Campus Way

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33012 Casala Court

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2110

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110

858 Coral Avenue

$173,000

1034

2BR

2BA

28

40648 Corte Albara

$292,500

1263

2BR

2BA

110

43428 Corte Rialto

$415,000

2130

4BR

3BA

77

1450 Cloudstone Lane

$305,000

2462

4BR

3BA

11

35839 Wolverine Lane

$365,000

2520

4BR

3BA

155

43375 Corte Benitez

$363,900

1525

4BR

3BA

86

819 Harding Street

$251,000

1414

4BR

2BA

37

40036 Athena Lane

$407,500

2692

4BR

3BA

119

32433 Francisco Place

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70

41351 Acacia Avenue

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888

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39648 Via Galletas

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3BA

92

44382 Kingston Drive

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3280

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3BA

68

40691 Malibar Avenue

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4BR

2BA

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23562 Wooden Horse Trl

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4BR

3BA

39

41473 Temeku Drive

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2600

4BR

3BA

68

4120 BARNSTAPLE Court

$225,000

1540

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2BA

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23511 Mountainside Court

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2BA

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40530 Calle Tiara

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5BA

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939 Sunstone Avenue

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4BR

2BA

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33697 Verbena Avenue

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3BA

57

44943 Bellflower Lane

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2BR

2BA

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25056 Mekong Street

$225,000

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5BR

3BA

24

39246 Mango Bay

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3BR

3BA

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43785 Corte Amaya

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1950

4BR

3BA

11

201 Elmwood Avenue

$198,000

1511

3BR

2BA

19

41229 Engelmann Oak St.

$365,000

3077

5BR

3BA

43

42076 Agena Street

$305,000

1132

3BR

2BA

16

43062 Parkway Avenue

$208,000

1906

3BR

2BA

18

38606 Calle De La Siesta

$255,000

1716

3BR

2BA

33

24709 Teakwood Court

$407,779

2389

4BR

3BA

8

23981 California Avenue

$395,000

2400

3BR

3BA

13

36945 Ascella Lane

$375,000

2253

4BR

3BA

70

35848 Susan Drive

$445,000

2923

4BR

3BA

64

1631 Calathea Road

$255,000

1752

3BR

3BA

6

29180 Camino Alba

$125,000

1501

2BR

2BA

75

35285 Prairie Road

$327,500

1942

3BR

3BA

20

1239 Cragstone Drive

$319,900

2137

4BR

2BA

25

28922 Via La Rueda

$135,000

1440

2BR

2BA

32

34513 The Farm Road

$267,000

1674

4BR

2BA

48

7909 January Drive

$295,900

2071

3BR

2BA

14

24351 Via Isabella

$324,900

1606

2BR

2BA

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35455 Frederick Street

$345,900

2219

4BR

3BA

46

16474 Arnold Avenue

$250,000

1188

3BR

2BA

64

38317 Calle Cervato

$160,000

1440

2BR

2BA

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22176 Woodcreek Lane

$395,000

1812

3BR

2BA

64

34247 Sweet Acacia Court

$355,000

2325

4BR

3BA

121

39724 Sunrose Drive

$325,000

1364

3BR

2BA

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24942 Pasture Court

$418,000

2934

4BR

3BA

10

33097 Case Street

$169,900

572

2BR

1BA

109

27636 Brentstone Way

$380,000

2315

3BR

3BA

14

33407 View Crest Drive

$310,000

1770

3BR

3BA

30 15

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29252 Southerness

$375,305

2182

4BR

3BA

59

30864 Moonflower Lane

$395,000

2594

5BR

3BA

25

22742 Queensbury Court

$340,000

1723

4BR

2BA

31749 Canyon Estates Drive

$347,000

2671

5BR

3BA

59

42548 Sherry Lane

$489,000

3842

6BR

5BA

11

22146 Country Hills Drive

$286,000

1277

3BR

2BA

6

52982 Sweet Juliet Lane

$347,900

2643

4BR

3BA

70

24250 Saradella Court

$355,000

1716

3BR

3BA

8

22107 Valley Terrace

$165,000

720

2BR

2BA

27

34099 Dianthus Lane

$339,767

2363

4BR

3BA

93

35889 Wolverine Lane

$390,000

2822

5BR

3BA

42

35536 Parkwood Court

$337,500

2288

4BR

3BA

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17441 Cottrell Boulevard

$226,000

1248

2BR

2BA

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27701 Hackberry Street

$419,500

3073

4BR

3BA

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21384 Dunn Street

$169,000

1100

2BR

1BA

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4169 Cypress Circle

$393,900

1946

3BR

2BA

76

40501 Kasota Drive

$390,000

2075

4BR

2BA

8

15120 Windover Court

$305,000

1406

3BR

2BA

36

28434 Bruning Street

$362,900

2343

4BR

3BA

12

29625 Rawlings Way

$377,000

2563

3BR

3BA

99

39430 Bonaire Way

$365,000

1443

4BR

2BA

39

32740 Ontario Way

$285,000

1635

4BR

2BA

28

38916 Turtle Pond Lane

$380,000

1757

3BR

2BA

9

3800 Eisenhower Drive

$219,500

1125

3BR

2BA

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38614 Royal Troon Drive

$540,000

3908

4BR

3BA

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19560 Willsie Way

$245,000

1568

3BR

2BA

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26438 Arboretum Way

$179,000

787

1BR

1BA

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17385 Crawford Street

$265,000

1418

3BR

2BA

61

741 Linn Pt

$275,000

2667

5BR

3BA

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34328 Heather Ridge Court

$345,000

2620

4BR

3BA

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1221 Raintree Lane

$245,000

1512

4BR

2BA

154

32805 Santa Cruz

$291,500

1740

3BR

2BA

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1929 Orchard Park Court

$255,000

2573

4BR

3BA

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1110 Buchanan Street

$275,000

1110

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How to conserve water at home preserving one of the planet’s most precious resources.

Fix leaky faucets. Leaky faucets in a home might not seem like they waste much water each day. However, the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that a single home with three leaky faucets that each produce one drip per minute will waste 104 gallons of water per year from these faucets alone. This waste is easily prevented by simply fixing leaky faucets the moment drips are noticed.

Wash your car at a commercial car wash. Some vehicle owners may enjoy washing their cars at home in their driveways. But getting a car washed at a professional car wash can conserve substantial amounts of water. That’s because

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One of the most effective ways to conserve at home is to reduce water consumption. Few people give much thought to how much water they consume at home, as water bills tend to be considerably lower than other utilities like energy and phone. But even if efforts to conserve water at home may not make a dramatic impact on monthly utility bills, the following measures can go a long way toward

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Install shower heads that earned the WaterSense label. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says that showering accounts for nearly 17 percent of home water consumption. For the average family that translates to almost 1.2 trillion gallons of water each year.

Shower heads that have earned the EPA’s WaterSense label have met various conservation criteria established by the EPA. Such shower heads are 20 percent more efficient than the average product that does not have the label. According to the EPA, the average family can save 2,900 gallons of water per year by

Taking a vehicle to a professional car wash that employs water reclamation technology rather than washing a car in the driveway is one way to conserve water at home.

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installing shower heads that have earned the WaterSense label.

Use a dishwasher. This particular effort to conserve water is one that everyone can embrace.

According to the GRACE Communications Foundation, an organization devoted to developing innovating strategies to increase public awareness about the issues

facing our environment, using an energy-efficient dishwasher instead of hand-washing dishes can save as much as 15.5 gallons per wash.

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How sellers set their asking price Mike Mason SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Depending on how a buyer is made aware of your home, price is often the first thing he or she sees. As a result, many homes may not be shown because they are discarded by prospective buyers for not being in the appropriate price range.

When you decide to sell your home, setting your asking price is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Depending on how a buyer finds your home, price is often the first thing he or she sees, and many homes are discarded by prospective buyers as not being in the appropriate price range before these homes are given a chance to be shown. Your asking price is often your home’s first impression, and if you want to realize the most money you can from your home’s sale, it is imperative that you make a good first impression. Because this is not as easy as it sounds, your pricing strategy should not be taken lightly.

Pricing too high can be as costly to a home seller as pricing too low.

Taking a look at what homes in your neighborhood have sold for is only a small part of the process, and this on its own is not nearly enough to help you make the best decision. This article will help you understand some important factors about pricing strategy to help you not only sell your home, but sell it for the price you want.

Pricing strategy starts with good information.

Before you can begin to know what your home is worth, you should do some research, bearing in mind the following: An analysis of what homes have recently sold for in your neighborhood is NOT enough to help you properly price your home. A quick scan up and down the street at the prices of homes that have recently sold will give you a starting point.

However, this is not nearly enough for you to base your entire pricing strategy on. It is important for you to understand how buyers look for a home. Think about how you conducted your house hunting search to find the home you are now thinking of selling. You most likely did not confine your search to a single neighborhood, but perhaps different neighborhoods or towns in order to find a home that best matched your needs and desires.

The prospective buyers who will be viewing your home, will conduct their searches in a similar manner.

That means they will be comparing your home to, for example, brandnew development homes to homes 20+ years old, etc. They will also consider locations such as homes in established neighborhoods, the middle of town, the suburbs or country estate properties. Each home will have a different look and feel and it’s quite possible that a prospective buyer might consider all of these variables in the search for a home. You can see, when you’re selling your home, you’re not just competing with the home

around the corner, but also with all homes in other areas which have the same basic characteristics: i.e., number of rooms, overall living space, etc.

For you to understand how much to offer for a home you’re interested in, it’s important for you to know how sellers price their homes.

Here are four common strategies you’ll start to recognize when you begin to view homes: 1. Clearly overpriced: Every seller wants to realize the most amount of money they can for their home, and real estate agents know this. If more than one agent is competing for your listing, an easy way to win the battle is to over-inflate the value of your home. This is done far too often, with many homes that are priced 10- 20 percent over their true market value. This is not in your best interest, because in most cases the market won’t be fooled. As a result, your home could languish on the market for months leaving you with a couple of important drawbacks: your home is likely to be labeled as a “troubled” house by other agents, leading to a lower than fair market price when an offer is finally made and you have been greatly inconvenienced with having to constantly have your home in “showing” condition for nothing.

These homes often expire off the market, forcing you to go through the listing process all over again.

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homes on the market are 5-10 percent overpriced. These homes will also sit on the market longer than they should. There is usually one of two factors at play here: either you believe in your heart that your home is really worth this much despite what the market has indicated (after all, there’s a lot of emotion caught up in this issue), or you’ve left some room for negotiating.

Either way, this strategy will cost you both in terms of time on the market and ultimate price received.

3. Priced correctly at market value: Some sellers understand that real estate is part of the capitalistic system of supply and demand and will carefully and realistically price their homes based on a thorough analysis of other homes on the market. These competitively priced homes usually sell within a reasonable time-frame and very close to

the asking price.

4. Priced below the fair market value: Some sellers are motivated by a quick sale. These homes attract multiple offers and sell fast – usually in a few days – at, or above, the asking price. Be cautious that the agent suggesting this method is doing so with your best interest in mind.

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

Lee & Associates Riverside releases summary of fourth quarter 2016 industrial market RIVERSIDE – The Riverside office of Lee & Associates, the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America, has released its fourth quarter 2016 industrial market summary for manufacturing and distribution buildings for the East Valley market in Southern California’s Inland Empire.

The summary reports the fourth quarter of 2016, even with a lack of inventory, posted strong activity and gross absorption. Gross absorption for 2016 totaled 19.3 million square feet, continuing on the heels of the great absorption performances in 2015 of 15.3 million square feet and 2014 of 11.4 million square feet.

Gross activity in the fourth quarter was just under 7.2 million square feet, with investment purchases and lease renewals accounting for 37.7 percent of the total. Overall gross activity will remain strong; however, there is a lack of inventory as vacancy rates remain low. Absorption is expected to be moderate and steady in 2017.

Fourth quarter 2016’s absorption figures were just under 4.5 million square feet, compared to 4.9 million square feet during the same period last year.

“Vacancy rates decreased in the fourth quarter to 5.37 percent,” Lee & Associates Riverside President David Illsley said, noting that 2017 is expected to show a stable vacancy rate given continued demand and a projected moderate increase in new supply.

“Bulk distribution space is in high demand with low vacancy rates overall, although space between 50,000 and 100,000 square feet seems to be a bit soft on the leasing side, largely reflective of

newer developments in this size range creating competition,” Illsley said.

The base for the fourth quarter under construction represented 11.9 million square feet under construction, with 81.5percent of the total in the 200,000-plus square-foot range, a 62.0 percent increase over the previous quarter. Three buildings completed construction in the East Valley in the fourth quarter, with 17 new buildings projected to be completed in the first quarter of 2017. Development of industrial parks with buildings under 200,000 square feet is expected to increase in 2017.

The fourth quarter report, which was prepared by Caroline Payan, director of marketing and research of Lee’s Riverside office, found the average asking sales prices persquare-foot increased in the fourth quarter with the supply of buildings offered for sale remaining limited.

Landlords continue to be challenged on determining lease rate values due to the high velocity of the marketplace. Sellers have experienced the same challenge, which has led to some overpricing in the market. Bidding wars have become commonplace, giving landlords more options for choosing more creditworthy tenants. Both asking and actual, triple net lease rates increased over the previous quarter.

Rental rates are expected to increase in 2017; however, they will be kept in check due to increasing new construction.

For more information on the Riverside industrial market, visit Lee & Associates Riverside’s website at http://resources.lee-associates. com/asp/user/website/officeprofile. asp?officeid=4982.

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TEMECULA – Painting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to transform the look of a space. The colors homeowners choose for their walls can give rooms their own unique feel and even affect the moods of the people within them.

Finding the right shade for a bedroom or kitchen involves more than just selecting the first color that catches your eye. Design experts and psychologists alike say it may be worthwhile to choose a color that helps you feel good rather than just following design trends.

The paint color you pick may add energy to a space or create a tranquil retreat where you can unwind at the end of the day.

Blue To create a spa-like environment and a more serene space, look to shades of blue in soft variations.

Cool blues are soothing colors that can help lower stress levels and promote sleep. That’s why blue is a frequent fixture in bedrooms and bathrooms. Just be advised that too much blue can make a room appear cold and stark, so balance out blue with some warmer accents.

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Yellow accents mixed with touches of purple can offer the balance needed to prevent yellow rooms from overwhelming residents and guests.

Home decorators should keep in mind that colors can be blended to create the desired environment.

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Orange Many people do not immediately consider bright orange for their homes, but when used as an accent shade, orange can really brighten up a home. Orange is considered a shade that expands creativity and imparts a youthful appeal to a space. Consider an orange accent wall or a burst of color with orange throw pillows. If pumpkin orange is a little too bold for you, tone it down by choosing a more pastel, peachy hue, which is equally warm and energizing.

This special includes quality washer/ dryer and refrigerator PLUS $3,000 in Seller Paid Closing Costs!!

Green Green can evoke composure and tranquility and works in any room of the house. Since green is the primary color of nature, it also works well for those people who want to bring some of the outdoors inside and work with the fresh starts and new growth that green can inspire.

To make green feel less subdued and sleepy, work with its complementary opposite, red, by using a few bold red accents here and there to balance out the tranquility of green.

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Community with park, sports courts, BBQ and picnic areas. This home perfect for active family, seniors or singles that don’t want yard work.

Green can bring the outside in and help create a tranquil bathroom.

Purple People have long related purple to royalty, and this dramatic color can add a formal, regal aspect to a home depending on the hue.

Purple also may help stimulate the creative side of the brain. In paler shades of lavender, purple can seem almost ethereal and spiritual. Some designers suggest avoiding purple in a bedroom because that is a place you want your brain to rest rather than be stimulated.

Bright oranges are best used as an accent wall to brighten up a living room.

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Pets of the Week Retrievers & Friends

Tracy DeFore SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

My name is Jenny. I am a beautiful 5-year-old Chihuahua-Corgi mix and a very sweet girl. I am gentle, quiet, well-behaved and housetrained. I am good with other dogs. Sadly, my owner had to go to a nursing home so now I am looking for a loving home.

For more information on Jenny, please visit the Retrievers and Friends website at www. retrieversandfriends.com or call (951) 696 2428.

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A new law went into effect Jan. 1 that protects good Samaritans from being held criminally liable if they break into a locked vehicle to rescue an animal in distress.

County Animal Services said there are certain things to keep in mind before anyone breaks into a vehicle to free a pet.

First, it is not illegal to leave a pet in a vehicle. Animals can stay inside as long as they aren’t in danger from the heat, the cold, lack of adequate ventilation, lack of food or water or any other circumstances that could put them at risk.

If the animal is alert and active, it is not in immediate danger. In those instances, county animal control officers would not break into a vehicle. The officer would post a notice on the vehicle and return to check on the pet later, depending on the weather conditions, the

temperature inside the vehicle, whether the windows are cracked open and if the pet has water. If the animal does need help, officers have tools to rapidly break into the vehicle and free the animal.

A member of the public must follow similar steps before breaking into a vehicle. They should determine if the vehicle is locked, and there is no other way to remove the animal. They should have a good faith belief that forcible entry into the vehicle is necessary, because the animal is in imminent danger if it is not immediately removed.

Contact local law enforcement, the fire department, animal control or call 911 before forcibly entering the vehicle.

Lastly, they should use no more force than necessary to remove the animal.

Once the animal is out, the rescuer must stay with the pet in a safe location near the vehicle until it can be turned over to a peace officer, humane officer, animal control officer or another emergency responder.

Faith Local students serve with Mexico Outreach

My name is Bubbles. I am a 1-year-old black cat and am very sweet. I have my paws crossed that one day I will have a home of my own! I am litterbox trained, up-to-date on shots, de-wormed and spayed. I am looking for loving home.

Intake Number: 112293/R210757

My name is Miller. I am a about 4-year-old black lab mix and am very sweet and eager to please.

I am neutered, good with other dogs, up-to-date on my shots and am available to go home with you today! I am looking for a loving home.

Intake Number: 110000/R209391

For more information on Miller, Bubbles and other great pets for adoption, contact the Ramona Humane Society at (951) 654-8802 or visit www.ramonahumanesociety.org.

AZUSA – Azusa Pacific University students from the local area served with Mexico Outreach during the fall semester.

Murrieta residents Enrique Escalante, Kezia Cunalata, Brittany Daniels and Taylor Johnson along with Temecula residents Megan Myers and Kayla Abrahamian all volunteered their time with Mexico Outreach.

Mexico Outreach was founded on the principle that young people of all ages can be effective in sharing the Gospel. APU sends 17 student teams to Mexicali to serve in orphanages, women’s shelters, prisons, schools and churches. The Center for Student

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FT FULL CHARGE BOOKEEPER and other mngmnt and admin duties, small but busy family multi company business (construction and real estate development) Quickbooks a must.

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SUN CITY/MENIFEE AREA Senior Condo. Large bedroom, private bath, 2 car garage. Shared utilities. Near shopping. $475/month.Security Deposit $200. No pets, no smoking/drinking/ drugs. Call 951-733-6699.

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Employment Jobs EXPERIENCED COOKS & SERVERS and Host/Hostess. 2 years minimum experience in family style restaurant.

Apply in person. 739 E. Mission Rd. Se buscan cocineros con experiencia de 2 anos en restaurante de estilo familiar.

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First time on the Market! Lovely mature 4 BD In one of Fallbrook’s premier neighborhoods near lanes end. Versatile floorplan w/space for a large active family. Formal & informal dining and living areas w/2 cozy fplcs. 160053018 $665,000

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Field of Dreams! Outstanding all useable 25 acre ranch with 5306 SF, 3 BR home, private irrigated baseball field, 13 stall horse barn, 6 pastures w/well irrigation, huge car collector’s barn, pool, original farm barn & much more.

160004017 SW16014872 $3,250,000

LaNd/BUILdING SITES QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP abounds in this Bill Kiddoo constructed custom home. 3 lg bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal DR, 2 brick fireplaces, separate living & family rooms, cozy breakfast nook, a cooks delight kit. 160059224 $683,000

The feel of country living without the drive. Your own haven with this 2314 square foot ranch style home nestled on an acre of trees, flowers and shrubs just minutes from town.

160046903 $556,000 4.59 Acres fronting paved road with income from Sprint Cellular. Upscale rural Fallbrook community. Panoramic views. Partial Fencing.

Small avocado grove. Build your dream home while benefiting from this income producing parcel! Part of parcel map 04684. Just minutes to the quaint community of Fallbrook and only 20 minutes to Temecula.

160009452 $310,000

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Sheer Elegance ~ 4 BD, 3.5 BA all w/granite counter tops, private office, formal dining room, double master suites, one w/cozy fireplace, gourmet kitchen w/ large center island, granite counters and large walk-in pantry. Stunning high end lighting fixtures, central vacuum, zoned heating & air. 160060813 $789,000

Second parcel APN #110-350-15. 7.84 acres, has water meter & a percolation report from 11-78 will need updating. Animal designator “M”.

160055539 $125,000 Turn Key Home with a Detached guest suite in the sought after community of Pepper Tree park. this luxurious home is on a quiet cul-de-sac and is loaded with up grades including an owner owned solar electric system. 170000752 $699,500

Enjoy life more with less to maintain. Relax on the patio overlooking Pala Mesa Golf Course through the oak trees. Vaulted ceiling in living room, dining open to the kitchen, direct access from the garage into unit. 160047990 $422,000

6.51 acre charming custom VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE in private peaceful Panoramic views and access to the Santa Mar- setting! Rare architectural find characterized by 19th Century Turrets, Gables garita River Trail. Would make a wonderful soaring 35’ above ground level, Fish Scale shingles, 10’ ceilings & over 2000 sqft building site. 1 1/2 inch water meter. Possible of covered porches for yr round outdoor San Diego living. 170000635 $745,000 Seller Financing. 160061285 $199,000

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gREAT FOR ENTERTAININg. Porch overlooks views to the mountains & over a half acre of lush gardens & trees. Fresh paint throughout, remodeled kitchen & baths. 3BD, 2BA w/formal living room, family room w/ fplc & dining area. $515,000

SPECTACULAR VIEW WITH LAND FOR VINEYARD. Charming 3BD, 2BA has that and so much more. Separate site w/water, elec & inviting camper for overnight guests or caretaker. Possible barn? Front & back decks. $429,000

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3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths Hickory Floors Views of Preserve Open Space 2758 sq.ft.

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More than a home - it’s a dream that has become a reality - and now it can be yours. If you desire stargazing, serenity, twinkling city lights, panoramic views, expert craftsmanship and room to stretch, your paradise is found.

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Just minutes to the I-15 commute corridor. Stunning Hacienda inspired estate is beautifully designed and fully appointed offering casual comfort with a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living.

3 en’suites plus an opt 4th currently used as an office. Courtyard guest casita brings total to 5BD. Avo grove. $1,590,888

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Enjoy the beautiful hilltop views on 13+ acres. Family compound, that offers both the main home, plus two bedroom guest house. Need appointment to preview. $795,000

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Single Story Custom on 1.07 View Acres. Appx 3758 sq ft, 4BD, 3BA, Recently painted inside and out, near new Custom pool, Plenty of room for entertaining + 3 car garage. Beautiful Views. Call me for more details!

Offered at $899,000

Beautiful Southwestern Style single story custom on 11.7 acres with amazing panoramic view (Ocean view on a clear day). Massive kitchen/great rm area for entertaining or family gatherings. Kit has granite countertops incl the 9’ island with food prep sink, Wolf 5 burner stove. Double door entry with tile floor inlay includes French doors to the outdoor pergola. Solar sys is paid for. Oversized 2 car garage (32x27). plus det. workshop.

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