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Murrieta mom charged with abusing twins

Volume 14, Issue 49

Overflow crowd helps Temecula celebrate 25th birthday as a city Tim O’Leary Staff Writer

A Murrieta woman accused of starving and inflicting injuries on her 3-year-old twin boys was charged Tuesday, Dec. 2 with two felony counts of child abuse.

An overflow crowd – standing room only throughout much of the Civic Center complex – helped Temecula celebrate its 25th birthday as a city Monday night.

“This is a wonderful way to celebrate 25 years,” Mayor Maryann Edwards said as she kicked off the event amid a packed council chambers and overflow seating areas.

The nearly two-hour program featured speeches, presentations, photographs and videos that looked back at quarter of a century and forward into the future.

It closed with the cutting of a 31-inch by 42-inch cake, tours of the sprawling Civic Center and an outdoor light and music show.

The council chambers likely exceeded its 293-person maximum capacity as every seat was filled and another 200 audience members stood along the walls or were seated in chairs that had been hastily carried into the room.

More than 100 other onlookers stood or were seated in the lobby area, a planning lounge and in the outdoor venue where the light show occurred later.

Edwards and other speakers praised the turnout and thanked audience members for doing their part to help the city achieve and maintain its high quality of life.

“You really have made Temecula

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California Court of Appeal upholds Anti-Camera Initiative California’s second-highest court rejected the attempt of a for-profit company to interfere with the right of voters to decide whether photo enforcement can be used in Murrieta. A three-judge panel went further on Nov. 18 and ruled that Stephen Flynn, the agent of American Traffic Solutions (ATS), must pay the court costs of Diana Serafin, the organizer of a November 2012 referendum that won 57 percent of the vote to bring the cameras down. see page A-4

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Storm leaves thousands without power in Southwest Riverside County Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist The strong Pacific storm that hit Southwest Riverside County Tuesday caused power outages to almost 7,000 homes in Menifee, Canyon Lake, and Lake Elsinore, as well as other surrounding cities in Riverside County.

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People fill the Temecula Civic Center lobby during an open house held after the 25th anniversary ceremony on Dec. 1.

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Annual holiday celebration set to return to Murrieta this weekend Kim Harris Staff Writer The city of Murrieta is gearing up for the holidays with its annual Holiday Pushcart Parade and Festival of Trees. Held on Saturday, Dec. 6, the event offers up a day of family fun culminating with the annual parade consisting of only non-motorized vehicles.

Organizers are still looking for families and businesses to decorate trees that will be on display for the community to enjoy. Following a brief display, trees are then donated to families who might not be able to afford a tree of their own.

“You can purchase a tree for

$25; we have a local tree grower donating the trees so when they come, they get to pick out their tree,” said Murrieta Recreation Supervisor Jeri Copeland, adding that individuals, businesses and organizations are all allowed to take part in the event. “Anybody can buy a tree and what they will do is come on Saturday morning from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and decorate their tree with anything they want.”

Trees will be on display immediately after tree decorating is completed and throughout the evening’s events, Copeland said.

“We hope that we will be able

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Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the 2012 Murrieta Holiday Pushcart Parade.

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Great Oak sweeps State Cross Country Finals Boys earn first State Title; girls win third straight

Paul Bandong Staff Writer

The Great Oak Girls and Boys Cross Country teams make history. This is the first time in the state meet’s 28-year history that a school has swept Division 1 team titles. From left: Maiya Larsen (12th grade), Kiyena Beatty (10th grade), Sandra Pflughoft (9th grade), Sydney Belus (10th grade), Emily Clause (11th grade), Desiree Stinger (11th grade), Destiny Collins (11th grade), Anthony Arvizu (12th grade), Nelson Quintana (11th grade), Nick Doan (12th grade), Isaac Cortes (11th grade), Cole Spencer (11th grade), Spencer Dodds (11th grade), Justin Eipp (10th grade).

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Dana Hills Boys and Girls Cross Country teams – under different coaches – were the first to win State Titles in the same year. But teams under the same coaching staff have never done it until last weekend (Nov. 29 at Woodward Park in Fresno) when the 2014 Great Oak Wolfpack Boys and Girls Cross Country teams both won CIF Division 1 State Titles! Vista Murrieta Girls came in seventh while the Valley’s lone representative in Division II – Taylor Tate – came in third.

The Great Oak boys – in a dramatic finish – won by six points over Dana Hills (101 to 107) and eight points over Madera South and Burbank Burroughs. The Wolfpack sent seven runners to the State see CIF, page C-3

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Hard News Red light runner causes Temecula Parkway wreck

Murrieta mom charged with abusing twins

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The driver of the Toyota Highlander stands looking at Daniel Lane photo her wrecked car Friday, Nov. 28 in Temecula.

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A crash in Temecula on Temecula Parkway at Margarita Road Nov. 28 was reportedly caused by a red light runner.

Emergency crews responded to the scene at about 7 p.m. on Friday, according to reports.

Police on scene said no one was injured.

According to multiple witnesses on scene, a Toyota Highlander ran the red light while turning right from southbound Margarita Road onto westbound Temecula Parkway.

“I followed the car in front of me,” the woman driving the Highlander said, who did not want to give her name. “When I turned right, the light turned red.”

The driver of the Highlander noted that she was not too sure what actually happened.

Twenty-three-year-old Kayla Pratel of Oceanside said she just had just put her new license plates on that day, noting she just bought her 2015 Hyundai sedan about two months ago.

“I immediately came and hit the curb and started going towards the (power) pole,” Pratel said. “I was extremely scared, I was shaking.”

Pratel said she is thankful for “my life.”

A Murrieta woman accused of starving and inflicting injuries on her 3-year-old twin boys was charged Tuesday, Dec. 2 with two felony counts of child abuse.

Courtney Lynn Stewart, 24, was arrested last week following a nearly monthlong investigation by Murrieta police.

Along with the child abuse charges, Stewart is facing sentenceenhancing allegations of inflicting great bodily injury during an act of domestic violence and inflicting great bodily injury in the commission of a felony.

After taking Stewart’s not guilty plea this afternoon, Riverside County Superior Court Judge Judith Clark scheduled a bail review hearing for Thursday, at the request of defense attorney Emily Crowley.

Stewart remains in custody at

the Southwest Detention Center in lieu of $170,000 bail.

According to Murrieta police, the defendant became the focus of an investigation on Nov. 7 after she took one of her sons to Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta. Hospital staff were alarmed by the child’s emaciated condition and several bruises uncovered during an examination, said Sgt. Phil Gomez.

He said the boy weighed less than 15 pounds and was determined to be suffering from malnutrition.

According to Gomez, the youngster was admitted for treatment and later transferred to Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego for intensive pediatric care.

Murrieta police detectives visited Stewart’s residence and found the other twin “suffering from the same malnutrition,” as well as a broken jaw, according to Gomez.

Riverside County Child Protective Services workers took custody of the boy and transported him for medical treatment.

When CPS was contacted to ascertain the current status of the two children, the agency declined to release any details, citing state privacy laws.

Stewart was located Wednesday morning at a Lake Elsinore address, where she was arrested without incident. She has no prior convictions in Riverside County.

25-year-old “We wanted to believe her” man killed Local alleged con-woman back in in morning cuffs after arraignment in Murrieta crash on Hall said.

“We wanted to believe her,” Kelly 15 freeway, Cowan, a musician from Menifee said following the arraignment.

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Lagman, who sought support eargirl injured lier in 2014 for what she dubbed her According to the California Highway Patrol, a 25-year-old man was killed today in a vehicle crash on the southbound Temecula Valley (15) Freeway in Murrieta this morning. A 6-year-old girl was seat-belted in the back seat and transported to the hospital with complaints of pain to her arm.

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Temecula freeway pileup jams traffic into Murrieta Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A crash in Temecula Friday, Nov. 28 snarled traffic on the busiest shopping day of the year.

The wreck, which was reported just after 11:50 a.m. on the southbound 15 Freeway near Temecula Parkway, jammed traffic clear into Murrieta, according to reports on scene.

Four vehicles were involved in the minor injury crash and no one was taken to the hospital, according to officials on scene.

While no lanes on the freeway were blocked, onlookers slowed to see the smashed cars.

It is unclear who was at fault in the wreck.

Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Homeland resident Cristina Lagman faced accusations of alleged fraud and probation violation at the Southwest Detention Center in French Valley today, in the presence of those who once tried to help her.

On December 2, represented by public defender Colleen Lawler, Lagman pleaded not guilty to the charges of fraud and asked to be released upon her own recognizance.

Lagman, who used Facebook to attract support for her reported latestage cancer earlier in the year, apparently received gifts and money of up to $3000 from citizens of Southwest Riverside County, donated under false pretenses, charges say.

Judge Judith Clark, familiar with Lagman from previous offenses, denied the request. Bail was increased to $30,000 for both parole violation and the new felony charges.

Clark reportedly stated her concern with Lagman’s credibility, stating, “I’m not inclined to believe anything you say.”

Lagman was remanded into custody, according to John Hall, Public Information Officer of the County of Riverside’s District Attorney’s office. “Lagman will return for her felony settlement Dec. 11.”

“end of life” celebration, was unable to prove that she legitimately was suffering from any disease. “There was no one there who knew her from before,” Cowan said, just one of the many victims of Lagman’s reported scheme.

Cowan stated he happily helped out a woman he understood to be in her last days. “We all got involved in her story,” he said in an interview following the arraignment. “(Cristina) was at the end of her life, with no hope, and couldn’t make her bills or support her kids. We wanted to help.”

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Cowan said. When Lagman said she would go to a doctor for proof of her illness, Cowan offered to pay the bill, according to interview. “Not to convict her further, but to prove her innocence.” Cowan said. “We just offered to help with what she needed again, and she turned on us.”

Cowan, with Michael Crawford, Sunni Almond, Valerie Cortes, and others, reported their suspicions to the police. “It took awhile, and we didn’t expect much to come of it,” Cowan stated, saying he’s satisfied with the actions the court has taken against Lagman. “I didn’t expect her to go to jail today. It’s terribly sad, and a hard day, but she hurt the community and will pay the price.”

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Temecula juvenile struck by hit and run driver, hospitalized Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist A crash in Temecula Saturday, Nov. 29 has reportedly sent a juvenile to the hospital after the juvenile was struck by a car.

The crash was reported just after 6 p.m. on Moraga Road just west of Rancho California Road, Riverside County Sheriff’s Sergeant Mike Vasquez said.

The juvenile was hit by a passing vehicle that then took off from the scene, according to Vasquez.

The only description at this time is a “black in color small sedan,” Vasquez said.

“The juvenile was transported to local hospital with non-life threatening injuries,” he said.

Deputies will be on scene late into the night reconstructing the crash.

Valley News will update this story as information is released.

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Local Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series focusing on the Rancho California Water District’s purchase of about 7,500 acres surrounding Vail Lake. This story examines efforts to determine whether or how the district would allow recreational uses on, along or near the lake located about 10 miles east of Temecula.

The first story – which was published 11/27/14 – examined how the district and bankruptcy court officials determined the $49.6 million cost of the property. To read part I, go to www.myvalleynews.com.

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California Parks is also a recreation contractor utilized by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, a wholesale supplier that serves nearly 19 million people scattered over 5,200 square miles that include Riverside, San Diego, Orange and three other counties.

Metropolitan officials say they are pleased with the work done by the firm.

Metropolitan facilities are the location of numerous recreational events and services in Riverside County. Lake Skinner near French Valley boasts camping, boat rentals and the annual Solar Cup competition and the popular Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival.

Metropolitan’s largest reservoir in the area, Diamond Valley Lake near Hemet, offers trails and boat launching facilities.

Metropolitan enters contracts with recreational service providers and oversees those operations through its property management group, agency officials said in a telephone interview. Agency officials periodically visit those sites to ensure that the facilities are property maintained and operated.

Bob Muir, a Metropolitan spokesman, noted that Rancho will be joining several other water districts in Southern California that make their lakes, reservoirs and other properties available for recreational uses.

“It is a large responsibility whenever you open your facilities to the public,” Muir said. “That’s why we contract with people who do that professionally. We’re concentrated on our primary purpose, which is delivering water.”

He declined to say whether Rancho should follow that model at Vail Lake.

“It’s not an apples-to-apples comparison,” he said.

Williamson said all the options will be explored in the months to come.

“We’re excited about it,” he said.

“The idea is that this a public investment the district has made. We want to merge and dovetail everyone’s interests.”

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A $49.6 million deal to buy land around Vail Lake has placed Rancho California Water District in unfamiliar territory – owning property that has a range of recreation and special event uses.

The purchase – which was fueled by Rancho’s desire to protect the long-term quality and viability of a key drinking water source – has spun off some unprecedented challenges and opportunities for the district.

“This is a new business for us,” Richard Williamson, a Rancho assistant general manager who has emerged as a key district representative in Vail issues, summarized following a recent community presentation in Temecula. “We want to get the public involved and make good decisions out there.”

Williamson said he has spent so much time over the past year on the land purchase and the recreation demands and services there that he sometimes finds himself dreaming about Vail Lake at night.

“I’m excited about the potential that this property holds for this area and the community in general,” he said. “It’s a key piece of land out there. It’s like going into a totally different environment.”

Special events as well as boating and fishing and campground memberships were a focal point of operations for many years before the previous ownership group lost about 7,500 acres to bankruptcy.

Rancho purchased the land in August and is now examining whether recreation uses will continue at the lake and, if so, how they would function.

And the recreation importance of the land – which has been the site of endurance runs, mountain bike outings, concerts, Halloween haunted houses and other large-scale events – is expected to mushroom as growth continues to push east from Temecula and its signature wine country.

Vail Lake was created in 1948 when a $1 million dam was built to capture and divert Temecula Creek flows for use by cattle and crops. In 1978, Rancho acquired the 132-foot high dam and the permanent rights to the water stored behind it.

Rancho serves a 100,000-acre area that is home to more than 140,000 people and encompasses Temecula and parts of Murrieta, French Valley, the Santa Rosa Plateau and the wine country.

The district had been interested in buying the land around the lake for nearly two decades. But a prominent developer and his investors moved first and purchased much of the land in December 1997.

At the time of the Vail purchase, the property included a shuttered recreational vehicle park. The acquisition of additional land by the partners brought a campground to the portfolio and a resort-style complex that eventually included water slides, miniature golf and food concessions.

The purchase also gave the partnership recreation rights to the lake, and fishing and camping memberships were sold. Numerous small- and large- scale community and commercial events, many with sports themes, were held at a Vail Lake amphitheater and the sur-

rounding grounds.

The developer’s long-term vision, which was unveiled in late 2000, called for the construction of 5,172 homes, three golf courses, a yacht club, five wineries, stores and an executive retreat.

But that development plan stalled, in part because of the presence of nearly 40 endangered or sensitive plants and animals that include the bald eagle, golden eagle and great blue heron.

Riverside county planners also cited concerns over traffic congestion on two-lane Highway 79 South and the lack of sewer services in the rural, nearly pristine area.

The inability to develop the land forced the partnership into a caretaker role and prompted it to solely rely on recreation revenues to pay its hefty maintenance and operating costs.

As a result, the partnership sagged as operating costs mounted and legal fees, planning expenses and property taxes went unpaid.

The partnership sought bankruptcy protection, and Rancho emerged as the lone buyer for the vast tract that had scant prospects of development in the years to come.

Rancho directors voted on Aug. 7 to buy the Vail Lake lands through the bankruptcy process.

The purchase sparked concern among families that had purchased camping and fishing memberships from the previous owner. Those concerns prompted Rancho officials to answer questions that had surfaced following the purchase.

In those answers, district officials said the current schedule of events planned by outside promoters would continue. Those events included a Spartan Obstacle Race, a “Mudderella,” Ragna Trail Relays and a Tough Mudder event.

District officials also detailed their decision to hire security guards to patrol the area and deter trespassing and vandalism.

They noted that the district had hired a park management contractor and it would honor all existing memberships and recreational vehicle reservations through the end of 2015.

The contractor, California Parks Co., will be paid $15,000 a month and about 5 percent of the net monthly revenues from recreation functions, according to the district agreement.

In exchange, the company is expected to “operate and manage the premises in a first class manner,” the agreement states.

District directors allocated $50,000 in operational start-up funds and also budgeted $600,000 for the remainder of the current calendar year to make repairs and maintain and run the lake and recreation amenities.

They also identified a series of financial and operating steps that the district will take by April 2015.

One of the first steps will be a $78,820 project to survey and map the district’s new holdings.

A flurry of other work will follow.

The district plans to prepare operating budgets for the remainder of the current fiscal year and the following fiscal year. A recreational economic study will be done, board goals will be set for the property’s utilization and a consultant will study the potential land uses and craft a master plan for the area.

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California Court of Appeal upholds Anti-Camera Initiative

Red light camera company must pay legal fees of anti-camera referendum proponents, according to Court of Appeal decision California’s second-highest court rejected the attempt of a for-profit company to interfere with the right of voters to decide whether photo enforcement can be used in Murrieta. A three-judge panel went further on Nov. 18 and ruled that Stephen Flynn, the agent of American Traffic Solutions (ATS), must pay the court costs of Diana Serafin, the organizer of a November 2012 referendum that won 57 percent of the vote to bring the cameras down.

ATS hired the expensive Sacramento law firm of Bell, McAndrews and Hiltachk LLP to block the ballot measure, using Flynn, a former member of the city traffic commission, to headline the suit

and disguise the company’s involvement. ATS won the first round in court, but Serafin prevailed on appeal and the vote went forward.

Serafin petitioned to force Flynn (and ATS) to pay her for the cost of defending the election.

“Serafin’s main goal in opposing Flynn’s preelection challenge was to ensure that the voters of Murrieta had the opportunity to exercise their right to vote on a ballot initiative,” Judge Art W. McKinster wrote for the unanimous panel. “Serafin was entirely successful in that endeavor and, in the process, they vindicated an important public right. We also conclude Flynn interfered with the exercise of an important right, and

he is the type of party who is liable for attorney fees.”

The trial court will hold a hearing on the merits of the request for $131,858 attorney fees and costs. The Court of Appeal did not consider the merits of the initiative itself. Serafin did not appeal or participate in the postelection case on the validity of the initiative since she had already won and the cameras were removed. The appellate panel chided the trial court judge for refusing to award attorney fees because Serafin did not win the postelection challenge.

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for the trial court’s conclusion that Serafin had to successfully defend Measure N in a postelection challenge before moving for attorney fees,” Judge McKinster wrote.

Fees and costs are only supposed to go to the side that wins, and the appellate panel was more than satisfied that Serafin met this test. The court added harsh words for the way ATS lawyers used the legal system to give Serafin no time to react.

“In light of Serafin’s limited objectives in this case and the result that was ultimately obtained -- a judgment denying Flynn’s preelection challenge and allowing Measure N to go before the voters at the November 6, 2012, election -- Serafin clearly meets the definition of a prevailing party,” Judge Art W. McKinster wrote. “There is no doubt that the voters of Murrieta had an interest in the result of this case because at stake was their constitutional right to vote on a ballot initiative. But by delaying filing his petition for almost eight months after the city clerk and county registrar of voters certified

Diana Serafin, the organizer of a November 2012 referendum that won 57 percent of the vote to bring the red light cameras down.

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the sufficiency of the signatures to place Measure N on the ballot, Flynn’s lawsuit necessarily implicated and interfered with the right of the voters in Murrieta to vote on the measure.”

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New county attorney reverses stance on forced pay raises for supervisors Michelle Mears-Gerst Special to the Valley News This is not your normal political argument involving politics, finances and the law but to sum up the strife in a nutshell — the County and Supervisor Kevin Jeffries have had an ongoing argument since August that has gone like this: “I don’t want a pay raise,” said Jeffries. “You must take one,” said county officials. “I don’t want one,” said Jeffries. “You legally have to,” said the county.

Well it looks like Riverside County Legal Counsel Gregory P. Priamos has the final word in this debate. According to a letter sent to the Valley News, written by Priamos, Jeffries by law does not have to take the pay raise, which the board of supervisors voted on over the summer.

In August, the County Board of Supervisors voted to give themselves a raise along with other elected officials. A formula was used that ties supervisors’ salaries to 80 percent of what a Superior Court judge makes.

A county supervisor is able to earn close to $148,000 a year in base pay, plus stipends, a taxpayer funded pension, the use of a county vehicle or a $550 car allowance to name a few benefits.

Jeffries voted against the raises and sent a letter to county Director of Human Resources Michael Stock stating he did not want the $5,000 a year salary increase.

Stock wrote to Jeffries, “Pursuant to the California Constitution ... we cannot reduce an elected official’s salary during their term of office.”

Jeffries said, “The position the county was taking started to unravel over the weekend of Nov. 15 when a State Senator privately advised me that the county was mistaken in its position. I was then notified that a San Bernardino Supervisor had also declined a pay raise.”

Jeffries said he shared this information with the new county counsel Greg Priamos who started reviewing various state documents and the position of the previous county counsel and determined that an error in the interpretation had been made.

The legal question asked was: “Does Article lll, Section 4 of the California Constitution apply to the salaries of Board of Supervisors members?”

According to Priamos the short answer is: “No. Article lll, Section 4 of the California Constitution does not apply to the salaries of Board of Supervisors members. As set forth below in more detail, Section 4, subdivision (a) applies to “elected state officials” holding positions in state government, not local government.

Instead, the salaries of Board of Supervisors members are addressed under Article XI, Section 1 of the California Constitution.”

“Elected State Officer” is not defined in the California Constitution.

However, it is defined in the Political Reform Act, which provides helpful guidance. Under Government Code section 82021, contained within the Political Reform Act, “elected state officer” means “any person who holds an elective state office or has been elected to an elective state office but has not yet taken office. A person who is appointed to fill a vacant

elective state office is an elected state officer.” Section 82024 defines “elective state office” as “the office of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner, Controller, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Member of the Legislature, member elected to the Board of Administration of the Public Employees’ Retirement System, member elected to the Teachers’ Retirement Board, and member of the State Board of Equalization,” wrote Priamos.

The definition of “elective state office” does not include members of a Board of Supervisors.

Jeffries has always been a supporter of trying to keep local government local and the salaries of the Board of Supervisors members is covered under the “Local Government” article of the State Constitution, Article XI. Article XI addresses the powers and duties of local governments such as counties.

Priamos noted in his letter that on November 3, 1970, Proposition 12 was passed which for the first time provided the County Board of Supervisors the ability to, “prescribe by ordinance the compensation of its members, but the ordinance prescribing such compensation shall be subject to referendum.”

In 1976 in a case called Meldrim v Board of Supervisors, the court in Meldrim explained that by allowing boards themselves to vote on their salaries by ordinance, the public that they serve would have the opportunity to comment on any change in an open meeting.

The Court in Meldrim recognized the rationale for allowing Board members to set their own compensation.

“The members of the governing body can inform themselves of comparable salaries in other counties or governmental units and also will be knowledgeable in the matter of the hours required to work and so forth. Presumably they will act with appreciation that the voters may by referendum reject their decision.”

Through the passage of Proposition 12 in 1970, both the Legislature and the voters recognized the importance of giving county boards the ability to increase and decrease their own compensation, at any time, through a properly adopted ordinance subject to referendum by the people of the county, without having such salaries be tied to a state legislative process or to a term of office.

“I am glad to see that some basic common sense has prevailed,” said Jeffries.

Jeffries added to his position, “While the state may not reduce the salary of a state elected officer, it is important to recognize that nonvoluntary reduction in salary is not the same as a voluntary waiver of salary payments. In Scott v. City of Los Angeles, the court held that waivers by public officers and employees of full amount of salary as fixed by statute or ordinance may be upheld.”

“My next order of business will be to find out if any of the pay increase had already been included in recent paychecks and find a way to get those funds back to the county where it belongs,” said Jeffries.

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Santa has a new home in Old Town Temecula Michelle Mears-Gerst Writer Santa has moved to a new, cozy family-friendly location this year in Old Town Temecula. Families looking to visit Old Saint Nick can find him at his new cabin next to Pennypickle’s Workshop, the Temecula Children’s Museum.

Professor Pennypickle is good friends with Santa and together they created a special holiday environment that is family friendly and kid focused.

The cabin is filled with many of Santa’s favorite mementos from home, like his favorite Christmas blanket and leather-bound chair.

“Ho, ho, ho,” said Santa Claus.

“This cabin reminds me of my home back in the North Pole.”

“This is amazing,” said Rachel Green, a mom who brought her two children and husband to visit Santa.

“We just moved to Temecula and have never been to Pennypickle’s or Old Town Temecula at Christmas.”

“We plan to come back multiple times,” said Jason Green who seemed just as excited as his children to see Santa.

Santa seemed right at home in his new cabin, which looked like a scene taken directly from a children’s Christmas book. Stockings are hung by the fireplace, lights twinkle on the Christmas tree, and a warm glow beacons from a light perched next to Santa and his chair.

Children are in awe as they walk into the cabin with their parents in tow. A bench with pillows allows mom and dad to relax while their children whisper to Santa their Christmas wishes.

Ashely Sanchez, age four from Temecula, waited two hours to see Jolly Saint Nick on Friday, Nov 28.

“This was her first time to meet Santa,” said Marta Sanchez. “She was determined to see him and didn’t complain one time.”

Ashely Sanchez was dressed in her favorite red coat and Christmas stocking hat. When she walked through the doors of the cabin, she melted into Santa’s big warm arms giving him a hug.

Santa and Ashley spoke for a few minutes before she was handed a candy cane and handed back to her mother.

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Visiting Santa is free for all children and tickets to Pennypickle’s are $5 each.

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The City of Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting and Toy Drive in the Menifee Town Center, Town Center Drive at Newport. Bring your camera to take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Also, bring an unwrapped toy for the Spark of Love Toy Drive and non-perishable food items for the Menifee Cupboard.

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Care Rite performs Beauty and the Beast in tribute to Nicholas Harvard Ashley Ludwig A chilly Saturday evening didn’t keep the crowds away from Temecula Valley High School’s Performing Arts Center for the Care Rite theater production of Beauty and the Beast.

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On Nov. 22, the Care Rite friends and family not only celebrated their efforts in producing Walt Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, but rejoiced in the life of their lost friend, Nicholas Harvard.

Care Rite’s Producer, Cathy Gilpin stated in interview, “This whole production tonight is for Nick.”

Nicholas Harvard, who recently passed from leukemia according to Producer Steve Gilpin, was a much loved Care Rite member, set to play the part of Maurice, Belle’s father in the performance.

“Nick has been here with us in spirit for the entire production, rehearsals, in fact when anything went wrong, and was fixed by seeming miracles, we would all smile and know it was Nick, helping us,” Steve Gilpin said prior to the show.

Steve Gilpin not only took on the role left behind by Harvard, he carried the Care Rite bear in lieu of the cast’s fallen friend. “This was Nick’s role,” Steve Gilpin said.

“The bear is his stand-in.”

The show began with a tribute in video to the life of Nicholas Harvard, where his love of theater, Disney, and his Care Rite friends shone through pictures and video while his Care Rite family played along in an impromptu orchestra.

The night of Beauty and the Beast is one of many that director Blythe Baker has directed and choreographed. “This is the biggest show we’ve put on so far,” stated director and choreographer Blythe Baker. “I couldn’t be more proud of the work they put in over the past nine months. The costumes and sets are breathtaking.”

Baker’s love of her Care Rite actors shone in her encouraging pre-curtain address, as well as her direction from the front orchestra section. She seamlessly guided her troupe, unobtrusively encouraging and aiding the talented Care Rite actors. Belle (played by Nicole Emde) shone, and Gaston (Justin Jeffers-Smith) properly carried his macho character, and LaFou (Chris “Skittles” Higgins) played his role with gusto, to the delight of the

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Care Rite’s Beauty and the Beast -- Nicole Emde as Belle.

Silly girls Amanda Cordova and Dina Smadi sing on the finer points of Gaston.

Care Rite’s Ensemble cast in the town square.

Nicole Emde as Belle speaking with her father, Maurice -- Played in memory of fallen cast member Nicholas Harvard by the Care-Rite Bear (held by producer and Care Rite director, Steven Gilpin).

Care Rite’s Ensemble cast sings reprise in the town square.

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From the ensemble cast to the lead roles, this endearing performance brought the house down for proud families and friends of the Care Rite family.

“We are so appreciative of KATY radio for putting the word out, as well as Temecula Talk, for sharing news of our performance,” stated Steve Gilpin. “Temecula really showed up tonight.”

Many businesses contributed to making the evening a success, including CYT Riverside County who donated the dry ice fog machines and microphones.

“We started out so small, and this program has just grown. I am so thankful to have this opportunity to teach and share my love of theater

to these incredible people,” Baker said in her address. “Beauty and the Beast is a story of love and seeing people for who they really are.”

Director Cathy Gilpin agreed saying, “We are so proud of our performers. Everyone really came together to make this happen, from providing raffle baskets for our silent auction, to encouraging all who attended to bring non-perishable food for the homeless. It’s another thing that our members do for the community, to give back.”

When asked what her favorite part of the show was, Baker smiled saying, “Belle’s dress. It’s absolutely amazing.”

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Mario Antonio Moramarco died Nov. 14, 2014 in Temecula.

He was born April 9, 1929 in Los Angeles to Joseph and Lucia Moramarco. One of eight children, he grew up helping his father and older brothers on the family farm and vineyards.

Mario graduated from Cathedral High School in 1948. After a stint in the Navy, he married Nancy Radcliff on Thanksgiving, Nov. 22, 1951. They ended up settling in Whittier, in 1955, and having 10 children.

There he built a workshop for all his tools (he could fix or build just about anything), a playhouse with a second story clubhouse and a tree house for the kids. He also had room for the garden he planted every spring, growing zucchini, Italian cucumbers, tomatoes, etc.

Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer Canyon Lake Women’s Club has a different take on Holiday Home Tours. “Our homes are decorated by the people who live in them,” stated Tammy Stone, organizer of the Magical Mystery “Behind the Gates” look at Canyon Lake.

The event, Sunday, Dec. 7, takes place from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person.

“Visitors will start out at the Canyon Lake Lodge, and receive their map for the self-guided tour,” Stone said, offering a rare look at what Canyon Lake has to offer.

“These are sought out, interesting and unique homes, many on the lake,” Stone said. Her own house, on the lake, is decorated with Victorian era antiques beneath the flurry of Christmas decorations Stone has collected for over thirty years.

“These are not designer style,” Stone said, “every room, every home is something that anyone with the desire to dress up a house for Christmas could achieve.”

However, not everyone has Stone’s unique vision and love of the holiday. “I’ve been collecting aluminum trees and ornaments since I was 18 years old.” Stone said. “I’ve put together 25 trees in my home, each of them decorated and themed.”

With her famed “Upside Down” tree, decorated with owls, exotic birds, and golds, “this one’s really over the top,” Stone said. “The trees are all the property of the

homeowners, however there are opportunity-raffle trees available for visitors of the home tour.”

Opportunity drawing trees include a candy themed tree, smothered in ribbons and elves, a black leopard feather tree, a “pretty in pink” tree, and even a golf-themed tree. “Golf is huge in Canyon Lake, with our own private golf course.

This one is really fun.” Stone said.

The Canyon Lake Women’s Club benefits local charities with this, their largest fundraiser of the year.

“We are expecting over 600 people to take the self-guided home tour this weekend,” Stone said.

Tickets for the Canyon Lake Holiday Home Tour can be purchased online at: Tax deductible tickets available at the Canyon Lake Towne Center, 31568 Railroad Canyon Road at Coldwell Banker, Pack, Wrap and Post and the POA. For your convenience tickets are also available online http://atclwc.brownpapertickets.com/. Children 12 years old and over are welcome.

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PARADE from page A-1 to keep them on display for a couple of days in the park,” she said. “It just depends on how hot it gets; last year it got pretty warm right afterwards so the trees had to be picked up a little early.”

Beginning at 3 p.m. food vendors, a craft village and children’s area will open up to the public. Food vendors include Papa and Mama Kettle Corn, burritos, tacos and nachos, and farmstead market offering barbequed ribs and brats as well as a food truck offering gourmet sandwiches. Funnel cakes and hot chocolate will also be available.

Copeland said organizers are still looking for craft vendors for the event.

“We don’t have as many as we would like,” she said. “We have some who are doing aprons, scarves and baby blankets, someone who is doing Christmas decorations, jewelry and roll up chalk board mats. We still are accepting applications for crafters.”

Craft vendors can reserve a space for $40. The fee for businesses is $60.

The children’s area will include fun and games including a petting zoo, a live nativity scene and carriage rides after the parade.

He took his family on weeklong camping trips every summer, usually to King’s Canyon National Park.

Mario worked hard to support his family and give his children a Catholic school education. He worked as a warehouse manager, then as a truck driver before being recruited by his brother John in 1974 to help manage vineyards in what was then Rancho California.

He moved his family to Rainbow in June 1975, to a home surrounded by avocado and tangelo trees, with space for a garden too. He worked at Bell Vineyards, and then became the vineyard manager at Mt. Palomar Winery and Vineyards in 1978, retiring in 1994.

He was a farmer at heart but had to give up his garden when his health began to fail six years ago.

He was eventually diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. He was the best husband, father, and grandfather that he could be and is missed very much.

He is survived by Nancy, his wife of almost 63 years; children Joe (Linda) of Tombstone, Ariz., Doug and Bill of Rainbow, Rick (Denise) of Fallbrook, Pete (Anna) of Prescott Valley, Ariz., Lucette and Suzanne of Fallbrook, Patrick of Vista, Traci (Clay) Brittain of Fallbrook, and Pauli (Brad) Ervin of Lakewood, Colo.; grandchildren Marriana; Heather, Dawn, Thomas and Sean; Michelle, Ed, Ben and “We don’t charge anything for those things,” said Copeland.

Santa Claus will also be on hand to visit and take pictures with the children in attendance, Copeland said.

“Each year we are trying to upgrade what we started last year with the Festival of Trees,” Copeland said.

Parade lineup for the Pushcart Parade begins at 4 p.m. The parade kicks off at 5 p.m. and begins at the intersection of Kalmia and Washington. The parade will make its way down Washington Street ending at Town Square Park.

“Everything will die down during the Pushcart Parade at 5,” said Copeland. “When they come and finish in the park, then all the carolers and everything will start again, and we will do a tree lighting ceremony at the end.”

Copeland said that event sponsors are crucial to the success of Festival of Trees and the Holiday Pushcart Parade.

“We couldn’t do it without all the help of our sponsors,” she said.”It’s a great way to give back to our community and to those in need.”

For more information or to reserve a space for the Festival of Trees or the Holiday Pushcart Parade visit www. murrieta.org or call (951) 304-7275.

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December 5 – 11, 2014

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Volume 14, Issue 49

Temecula celebrates 25th anniversary as a city

December 1, 1989 marked the official incorporation date for the City of Temecula.

Twenty-five years later the city celebrates the anniversary at the Temecula Civic Center.

CITY from page A-1 what it is today, and we are proud of what it is today,” she said.

Peg Moore, one of the keynote speakers, was the lone member of the original City Council to participate. She and her husband Jimmy, who led a 30-member committee that worked for Temecula’s incorporation, detailed much of the community’s transition and transformation over the years.

City Manager Aaron Adams fondly dubbed the duo “Mr. and Mrs. Temecula.”

Two other original council members – Pat Birdsall and Karel Lindemans – have died and Ron Parks, the city’s first mayor, was traveling and unable to attend the party. A fifth member of the original council – J. Sal Munoz – did not attend.

Two former city managers – Ron Bradley and Shawn Nelson – attended the event but were not part of the program.

Edwards and two other members of the existing council – Mike Naggar and Jeff Comerchero – spoke during the event.

Matt Rahn, who was elected to the council on Nov. 4 but has not yet taken office, also spoke.

Much of the talk centered on how and why Temecula rapidly morphed from a dusty, historic enclave at a remote corner of Riverside County into a sprawling business, residential and tourism hub.

The Moores recalled the vast learning curve that faced the original council and the challenges it overcame to harness the waves of growth that swept through the area.

“It was so rewarding, and what we’ve turned out with is this lovely city,” Peg Moore said.

Temecula’s push to become a city took several tries and a pair of costly feasibility studies. A vote passed by an overwhelming margin, and residents’ selection of the area’s aboriginal name gave their city a unique distinction on Dec. 1, 1989.

When incorporation occurred, Temecula reaped sales and property taxes from a thriving auto mall, pockets of stores and industry and an expanding sea of red tile roofs. But the new city also grappled with few parks, sparse government services and choked bridges and intersections.

The quarter century since incorporation has seen Temecula’s population surge from 27,099 to 106,300, according to a city report. Its employment base has nearly quadrupled during that period to about 43,000 jobs today.

The number of traffic signals within the 30-square-mile city mushroomed from three to 130. Its restaurant count has leapfrogged from less than 10 to more than 310. Temecula’s annual general fund revenue – which pays for police, fire protection, planning and other key services – has swelled from $12 million at the beginning to nearly $62 million this fiscal year.

A community opinion survey released in August showed that 95 percent of the city’s residents

Hundreds of people filled the Temecula council chamber for the 25th anniversary event.

Hannah Sanders (left) along with the Temecula Girl Scouts and Brownies from Van Avery Prep sing the National Anthem during the Temecula 25th Anniversary event on Dec. 1.

People attending the 25th anniversary event look at old photos of Temecula on display at the Temecula Civic Center.

One of the founding Temecula City Council Member’s Peg Moore reflects on the events that led up to Temecula’s incorporation in 1989 during the 25th anniversary event.

Administrative Assistant for the City Manager’s office Katherine Syers leads a tour through the city’s planning department at the Temecula City Hall on Dec. 1.

Amaris Courtenay, 9, sits at Temecula Mayor Maryann Edwards desk during the City Hall open house held after the 25th anniversary ceremony.

Temecula Mayor Pro-Tem Jeff Comerchero tells a story from his early days as a Temecula City Council member.

Peg Moore’s husband Jimmy Moore, speaks during the 25th anniversary event. Jimmy Moore was a member of the 1989 Temecula City Committee.

1989 General Manager of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Perry Peters reads a letter he wrote to the new City Council published in a 1989 newspaper.

Temecula Mayor Maryann Edwards reflects on when her family first moved to Temecula and the many aspects of what makes the city a great place to live.

rate its quality of life as good or excellent. Nearly that level of residents, 93 percent, is satisfied with the city’s performance in providing municipal services.

Adams noted that many of

those residents surveyed praised Temecula’s ability to retain its “small town feel” despite the rapid growth.

Peters, who headed the Temecula-area chamber of com-

merce as the bid to form a city coalesced, read an open letter that was originally published in December 1989. Peters was a leader of the committee that worked in the mid- to late-1980s

to bring Temecula’s incorporation to a vote.

Peters’ three-page letter was addressed to whoever was to be Temecula’s mayor on the 25th anniversary of the city’s

formation.

In recent years, Peters, now 83, has been active in a range of community projects that included renaming a sports park after former President Ronald Reagan and erecting a statue in memory of the deceased leader.

Peters’ letter began by describing the City Council as “the caretakers of the soul of Temecula.” And that responsibility comes with the aspirations, failures and accomplishments of generations of residents, a body of toil he characterized as “the sum total of Temecula history,” he wrote.

“Like a brilliant, many-faceted jewel, Temecula glows with a rare natural beauty,” Peters wrote.

If the dreams of past generations were to materialize, Peters continued: “Temecula in your day will be a thriving commercial industrial center with pleasant residential areas, roads over which it is a treat to drive, a center of culture and learning, an Old Town that reveres and preserves its place in history and shares its significance with each succeeding generation, a nearby wine country known worldwide and protected from urban encroachment.”

Peters’ letter pondered whether politics, rivalries and factional disputes would grip the city of the future and whether future council members will “serve with humility” and wisely use the power of their office.

“It is our fervent prayer that you, in 2014, will continue to receive the Lord’s preferential treatment,” Peters wrote. He ended his letter by characterizing the council’s work following incorporation as a relay race in which successive generations would build on the efforts of those who went before.

“As you get ready to receive the baton, let civic pride – not greed – motivate you to move forward. From silent, unseen bleachers, we cheer you on.

God be with you.”

Peters ended his presentation by praising the city’s current and past councils and noting that the hopes he expressed 25 years ago have largely come to fruition.

“An event like this is usually a formality,” Peters said. “This is a celebration. We have much to celebrate.”

Edwards and Adams afterward described Peters’ letter as visionary and prophetic.

That was followed by Edwards, Comerhero, Naggar and Rahn citing some of the points they will make in a letter to be penned to the City Council that is in office 25 years from now.

Rahn said he believes “Temecula’s best days are ahead.”

Naggar looked back upon “the glory days, the grand days of Temecula.” He voiced his hope that “the great God of heaven” will approve of the steps taken by the city’s leaders of the future.

Councilman Chuck Washington, who was unable to attend the event, echoed those remarks in a video clip when he asked that “God continue to bless” the city in the years to come.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

KIDS AND TEENS: December 6-7 – 1-5 p.m. Santa will listen to children’s wishes every Saturday and Sunday through December 21 with free reindeer antlers offered to all kids who visit Santa while supplies last.

The Tahquitz District Boy Scouts will take souvenir photos for a donation and help Santa in his new cabin. Information: www.temeculaevents.org or (951) 678-1456.

December 8 – 6-7 p.m. Holiday Make-up Tips Professional make-up artist Sandra Michelle Villalobos will demonstrate cosmetic tips and color use that are perfect for the holiday season for ages 14 and over at 24700 Adams Avenue, Murrieta. Information: (951) 304-2665.

December 12 – 5-8:30 p.m.

Pennypickle’s Winter Wonderland with Snow at the Professor’s house! Have fun and make memories surrounded by holiday music and twinkling lights!

Entrance to Pennypickle’s Winter Wonderland is free. Tickets for activities are $1 each. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

December 12 – 5 p.m. Pennypickle’s Workshop / Temecula Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street offers unique holiday themed activities throughout the season. Winterfest is Winter Wonderland with tons of snow and fun. Information: (951) 308-6376.

December 13 – 5-8:30 p.m.

Pennypickle’s Winter Wonderland – There’s snow at the Professor’s House!

The whole family can make memories as you are surrounded by holiday music, twinkling lights, games, and snow.

Admission is free and activity tickets are $1 each. Information: (951) 308-6376.

December 13 – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Music of Christmas Workshop for kids ages 6-12 at the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes Street. Information and Registration: (951) 694-6450.

December 19 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Magical Candyland Workshop for ages 2 and over at Pennypickle’s Lab, 42081 Main Street, Temecula. You can experiment with the yummiest and most fantastic ingredients any little scientist would love – CANDY. Your child will be doing lots of candy testing, games, activities and maybe even some tasting! Information: (951) 308-6376.

December 22-23 – 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Winter Wonderland Camp at the Lake Elsinore Community Center, 310 West Graham Avenue, Lake Elsinore.

Kids ages 6-12 spend your winter break with sports, crafts, games and contests.

Cost: $20 per person per week or $10 per person per day drop in. Kids need to bring lunch each day. Information: (951) 245-0442.

December 29-30 – 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Winter Wonderland Camp at the Lake Elsinore Community Center, 310 West Graham Avenue, Lake Elsinore.

Kids ages 6-12 spend your winter break with sports, crafts, games and contests.

Cost: $20 per person per week or $10 per person per day drop in. Kids need to bring lunch each day. Information: (951) 245-0442.

December 31 – 11-12:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve at Noon. Come celebrate the New Year Pennypickle style…at noon instead of midnight! You won’t want to miss the Professor’s very special party for those too young to stay up late. Be sure to purchase your tickets early as space is limited. Tickets and Information: (951) 308-6376.

January 31 – Oak Grove Center to host a six week baseball camp beginning on January 31. Oak Grove Center head coach Kevin Keller will direct the program along with the U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach. Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base running. Space is limited. Registration is NOW underway.

Information: www.usbaseballacacemy. com or (866) 622-4487.

ENTERTAINMENT: December 4 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula.

Performance featuring: Jennifer Leitham Trio. Enjoy an evening of Jazz hosted

by Sherry Berry in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets: $15. Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 4&5 – 7:30 p.m. MSJC Presents: Menifee Fall Concerts at the Menifee Valley Campus Lab Theater, in room 207, 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee. Evening concert performing will be a Jazz Ensemble. Admission: $10 or $9 with SGA card. Information: Jeremy (951) 639-5665 or jebrown@msjc.edu.

Reservations: (951) 639-5790.

December 4 - 6 – 7 and 8 p.m. Choir group Resonate will perform on the steps of Temecula City Hall and usher the first Snowbell Rockin’ Night snow fall and musical light show now through January 4, 2015. Sunday’s performances at 7 p.m. Information: www.temeculaevents. org or (951) 678-1456.

December 4, 10, 11, 12 & 13 – 7:30 p.m. A Christmas Carol presented by Temecula Valley Players at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Performances on December 6 and 14 at 2 p.m. Performance on December 7 at 6 p.m. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 4-7 & 11-13 – 7 p.m.

Shakespeare in the Vines presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) at Carol’s Restaurant at Baily Vineyard and Winery, 33440 La Serena Way, Temecula. Dinner will be served on Friday and Saturday night performances only. Dining reservations through Carol’s restaurant (951) 676-9463.

December 7th performance at 3 p.m.

Tickets: www.shakespeareinthevines. org. Information: (952) 402-7488.

December 6 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Live Country music show featuring house band backing up the Valley’s country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696 or www. countryatthemerc.info.

December 6 – 2-4 p.m. A Christmas Carol 2014 at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street.

Tickets and Information: (866) 6538696.

December 6 – 6-8 p.m. Fire N Ice Dinner Show at the Temecula Civic Conference Center, 41000 Main Street, Temecula. Information: (951) 676-5090.

Information: fire.and.ice.dinnershow@ gmail.com.

December 6 – 7:30 p.m. MSJC Presents: Menifee Fall Concerts at the Menifee Valley Campus Lab Theater, in room 207, 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee. Evening concert performing will be Guitar Ensemble and Instrumental Chamber Ensemble. Admission: $5.

Information: Jeremy (951) 639-5665 or jebrown@msjc.edu. Reservations: (951) 639-5790.

December 6 & 7 – 7:30 p.m. 15th Annual Christmas in the Air presented by the Southwest Women’s Chorus at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Performance on December 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets: (866) 653-8696.

December 7 – 6 p.m. Revival Christian Fellowship to host CBU Choir & Orchestra Christmas Concert by the 150 member choir at 29220 Scott Road, Menifee. Information: (951) 672-3157 or www.revival.tv.

December 7 – 7:30 p.m. MSJC Presents: Menifee Fall Concerts at the Menifee Valley Campus Lab Theater, in room 207, 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee. Evening concert performing will be a Music Student Showcase.

Admission: $5. Information: Jeremy (951) 639-5665 or jebrown@msjc.edu.

Reservations: (951) 639-5790.

December 10 & January 13 – MSJC Performing Arts Department is holding auditions for the Broadway Musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the MSJC College theatre, San Jacinto Campus, 1500 building, 1499 North State Street. Call backs will be January 20 from 6-8 p.m. for December 10 audition and 6-9 p.m. for January 13th audition. Information: Shezwae (951) 487-3791 or spowell@msjc.edu.

December 11 – 7-9 p.m. Temecula Valley Museum presents Chill with Bill Magee, an evening of Jazz Christmas style at the Museum, 28314 Mercedes Street, Temecula. Information: (951) 694-6450.

December 12 – 5 p.m. Country Music Concert at the Perris Fairgrounds, 18700 Lake Perris Drive, Perris featuring Maggie rose and Easton Corbin. Tickets: $25 general or $50 VIP. Information: Corey

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December 12 – 7 and 9 p.m. Cabaret at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Co-Produced by Jordan Beck and J. Scott Lapp in association with Temecula Presents. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 13 – 7-9 p.m. Speakeasy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula.

Presented by David Bradley in association with Temecula Presents. Speakeasy is Traditional Jazz of the 20’s – 40’s featuring the house band, Second Hand Jazz with vocalist Rosalie Porter. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 13 – 7:30 p.m. MSJC Presents: Menifee Fall Concerts at the Menifee Valley Campus Lab Theater, in room 207, 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee. Evening concert performing will be featuring the Menifee Campus Singers. Admission: $10 or $9 with SGA card. Information: Jeremy (951) 639-5665 or jebrown@msjc.edu. Reservations: (951) 639-5790.

December 14 – 3 p.m. Classics at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Classics is a weekly chamber recital series co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Performers are all working professional musicians or advanced conservatory students. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 14 & 24 – 3 p.m. Candlelight Classics presented by Golden Valley Music Society and Temecula Presents at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Ring in the Holidays with a Temecula tradition! Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 16 – 7 p.m. danceXchange co-produced by Temecula Presents and Dance Theater Collective of Southern California will be in the Courtyard Stage at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 18, 19, 22 & 23 – 7:30 p.m. The Nutcracker Ballet 2014 presented by The Ballet Studio and Fine Arts Network Theatre Company will be at the Old Town Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Performance on December 20 and 21 will be at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 20 – 12-4 p.m. Award winning bluesman Billy Watson and Robin Henkel to perform at Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards, 35960 Rancho California Road, Temecula.

Information: Laurie (858) 635-1233 or visit www.robinhenkel.com.

December 20 – 2 and 6 p.m. 6th Annual performance of The Truth About the Nutcracker presented by Dunamix Dance Project at 41625 Enterprise Circle South, Suite D, Temecula. Information: www.dunamixdanceproject.com or (951) 230-8746.

December 20 -23 – 3-5 p.m. The Nutcracker Ballet presented by the Ballet Studio and Fine Arts Network Theatre Company at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets: (866) 653-8696.

December 28 –6:30 and 8 p.m. New Year’s Eve Cabaret at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Co-Produced

by Jordan Beck and J. Scott Lapp in association with Temecula Presents.

Celebrate twice this year with this 3rd Annual New Year’s Eve themed cabaret, featuring music from the Great American Songbook as well as Broadway classics. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

December 31 – 6-9:30p.m. New Year’s Eve Speakeasy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street, Temecula. Presented

by David Bradley featuring Hotsy Totsy presenting a Roarin’ 20’s Revue with dancing, light fare, party favors complimentary champagne or sparkling cider toast. Tickets and Information: (866) 63-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: December 5 -December 20 –Holiday weekends in Old Town Temecula with over 20,000 sparkling lights, the magic of the holiday season and Santa Claus (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) Weekends include: Carolers, kids activities and entertainment.

December 5 - January 4 – 7-9 p.m.

City of Temecula Winterfest Snowbell Rockin’ Nights snowfall CaliforniaStyle. This is a synchronized snow and light show on the steps of City Hall, 41000 Main Street. Information: (951) 678-1456.

December 3 and 4 – 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. MSJC Ceramics Club to host its annual Holiday sale outside the Learning Resource Center (Building 800) 28237 La Piedra Road, Menifee. Information: (951) 639-5582 or sgiacalone@msjc. edu.

December 4 – 7 p.m. 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Duck Pond. Enjoy a holiday treat, a visit from Old St. Nick and a holiday performance by Resonate.

December 5 – 7 p.m. Santa’s Electric Light Parade. Bundle up and bring your holiday cheer and watch the parade as it travels south through Old Town Temecula beginning at the intersection of Del Rio and Jefferson. There will be floats, marching bands and much more!

Information: (951) 694-6480.

December 5 – 4:30-7:30 p.m. The City of Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting and Toy Drive in the Menifee Town Center, Town Center Drive at Newport.

Bring your camera to take a picture with

Santa and Mrs. Claus. Also, bring an unwrapped toy for the Spark of Love Toy Drive and non-perishable food items for the Menifee Cupboard.

December 5, 6, & 7 – Menifee Community Christmas Celebration and Nativity Festival at Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 29725 Bradley Road, Menifee. December 5: 5-9 p.m., December 6: 4-8 p.m. and December 7: 5-8 p.m. Information: (951) 672-3384.

December 6 – 4-9 p.m. Lake Elsinore’s Annual Winterfest Event in Downtown Lake Elsinore. Holiday parade, Christmas tree lighting, food, booths, crafts, visit with Santa, sled runs, live entertainment, petting zoo and more. Information: Melissa (951) 674-3124 ext 292.

December 6 – 3-8:30 p.m. Festival of Tree’s and Push Cart Parade at Town Square Park, 1 Town Square, Murrieta.

Santa will magically light up the new City tree. Festival includes vendors, craft village, kid’s area and more. Information: (951) 304-7275.

December 6 – 8 a.m. Breakfast with Santa at Kay Ceniceros Center, 29995 Evans Road, Menifee. Breakfast, workshops, crafts, games, and a keepsake photo with Santa. Guests may choose from 3 seatings. Advanced reservations are required. Registration and Information: (951) 679-8092.

December 6 – Run 4 Bacon 5, 10 and 1K Kids Fun Run to Benefit Helpline a non-profit suicide prevention and crisis management hotline for Riverside County at Galway Downs, 38801 Los Corralitos Road, Temecula. Information: Dr. Teo Beam (951) 551-0166.

December 6 – 9-11 a.m. The Polar Express presented by Heritage Learning Center, 26270 Ynez Court, Temecula.

Families of all ages are invited to join in on this Free trip around the center with stops at 6 holiday craft stations. Watch the Polar Express on a large screen and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and of course a visit with Santa. Kids don’t forget to wear your pajamas! Information: (951) 676-1537.

December 6 – 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Got Tires? Tire Recycling Event at Elsinore High School, 21800 Canyon Drive, Wildomar. The Cities of Lake Elsinore, Wildomar and Canyon Lake are hosting a free used tire collection event for those who live in those cities to dispose of your used tires and help keep your city clean.

Proof of residency is required.

December 7 – 4-6 p.m. Climbing Higher Christmas Extravaganza at RockRidge Church, 27570 Commerce Center Drive, Suite 125, Temecula.

A program is planned for all special needs young adults and their families.

Santa will be there with gifts for all.

Information: www.rockridgechurch. org/climbinghigher or (951) 676-8129.

December 7 – 11 a.m.-3 p.m. FTAspay Microchip Clinic for Dogs and Cats at Natural Pet Food & Supplies, 39650 Winchester Road, Suite D, Temecula.

Cost: $10 per Microchip and $5 for pet ID tags. Information: www.ftaspay.org.

December 7-21 – Holiday Lights and Festive Sights Home and Community decorations throughout Temecula.

December 8 – 6-7 p.m. Holiday Make-up Tips Professional make-up artist Sandra Michelle Villalobos will demonstrate cosmetic tips and color use that are perfect for the holiday season for ages 14 and over at 24700 Adams Avenue, Murrieta. Information: (951) 304-2665.

December 8-17 Santa’s 1st Stop.

Santa will be at various locations throughout the city of Murrieta to visit the children, he will be on his sleigh collecting canned food and toys for needy kids in the area. Beginning December 1 you can drop off donations at the community center, 41810 Juniper Street, City Hall, Senior Center and the Police Department and Fire Stations.

December 10 – 4-8 p.m. 5th Annual Holiday Taste of Old Town Temecula.

Stroll through Old Town and stop in at the many participating restaurants, wineries, and businesses for treats and special discounts. There will be goodie bags filled with coupons and treats from participating merchants for the first 100 paid guests. Tickets: $25. Check in begins outside The Bank Mexican Restaurant and Old Town Spice and Tea. $5 from each tickets sold will be donated to Rancho Damacitas to fulfill holiday wishes.

December 10 – 12-5 p.m. Lifestream Community Blood Drive at Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, 31315 Chaney Street, Lake Elsinore. Donors receive while supplies last, a Chick-filA coupon. Also receive free cholesterol screening and gift of Life donor Loyalty points that may be redeemed in the online donor store at www.lstream.org.

Those ages 18-44 years may register to be the Match bone marrow screening at all donor locations free of charge.

Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime. Information: 1-800-TRY-GIVING. December 11 – 6-8 p.m. Gingerbread House Contest at Marion Ashley Community Center, 25625 Briggs Road, Menifee. All ages Cost: $2 pre-registration or $3 at the event. Information: (951) 928-2700.

December 12 – 6-8 p.m. Winter Movie Night hosted by the City of Lake Elsinore featuring “The Santa Claus” rated PG at Summerlake Park, 900 West Broadway, Lake Elsinore. Bring

your own blankets, chairs and a snack as you and your family enjoy a winter night under the stars.

December 12 – 5 p.m. Official Grand Opening of Temecula on Ice at Town Square Park the outdoor ice skating rink located at 41000 Main Street. Open daily through January 4, 2015.

December 13 – 6-7:30 p.m. The Brewer Boys & Friends Benefit Concert at Oak Grove Center, 24275 Jefferson Avenue, Murrieta. Enjoy and evening of festive music and talent by the Brewer Boys, Alaina Blair and Lindsey Carrier, light refreshments and warm beverages.

This event is dedicated to the life and legacy of Elsa Brewer whose dream was for the Arts and Music programs at Oak Grove to flourish. Tickets and Information: www.purplepass.com/ ogbrewerboys.

December 13 – 7:30-11 a.m. 13th Annual Breakfast with Santa at Fire Station 61, 32637 Gruwell Street, Wildomar. Fire equipment on display, star cars, LED Holiday light exchange, Photo’s with Santa and Mrs. Claus, CAL Fire/Riverside Co Fire Department Spark of Love Toy Drive. Donations of new unwrapped toys can be dropped off at event or Wildomar City Hall through December 23. Information: (951) 6777751 or jmorales@cityofwildomar.org.

December 13 – Breakfast with Santa at the Temecula Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road. Get out your cameras and enjoy this special visit with Santa and his helpers. Start your morning with breakfast, carolers and a visit to Santa’s Workshop and more. This is a family tradition. Register early as space is limited. Information: www.temeculaevents.org or (951) 678-1456.

December 13 – 9-11 a.m. Pancake Breakfast with Santa at Provecho Grill, 26862 Cherry Hills Blvd. Menifee.

Cost: $7 for children, $10 for adults includes picture with Santa (provided in digital format via email). Portions of the proceeds will benefit Faithful Servants of Menifee. Faithful Servants will also be collecting items such as toiletries, and children’s toys for families in need in the Menifee area. Donations can be dropped off at Provecho Grill now through December 13. Information: (951) 246-3200.

December 14 – 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Lifestream Community Blood Drive at Farmer Boys, 18288 Collier Avenue, Lake Elsinore. Donors receive a free cheeseburger, courtesy of Farmer Boys.

Also receive free cholesterol screening and gift of Life donor Loyalty points that may be redeemed in the online donor store at www.lstream.org. Those ages 18-44 years may register to be the Match bone marrow screening at all donor locations free of charge. Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime. Information: 1-800-TRYGIVING. December 17-20 – Menifee Community Cupboard’s Christmas Food Distribution at 26808 Cherry Hills Blvd, Menifee. (Income restrictions apply) By appointment only, pre-register by calling (951) 301-4414.

December 18 – Noon – Senior’s Christmas Lunch at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, 29995 Evans Road, Menifee. Cost: $3-5 per person. Information and Reservations: (951) 672-9673.

December 20 – Santa’s Workshop Toy Distribution by Menifee Community Cupboard and Lake Menifee Women’s Club. Information: (951) 708-0308.

December 21 – 5 p.m. Menorah Lighting Ceremony at the Duck Pond, 28250 Ynez Road, Temecula.

December 25 – Hot Meals for Seniors Christmas Dinner sponsored by Sun City Concern and delivered by appointment.

Information: (951) 679-2374.

December 25 – 2-5 p.m. Christmas Dinner hosted by Carnales Family and Faithful Servants at the Marion Ashley Community Center, 25625 Briggs Road, Menifee. Free for all ages. Information: (951) 928-2700.

December 31 – 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve Grape Drop and celebration. Ring in the New Year Temecula-style at the Annual Grape Drop with an east coast and west coast countdown. There will be live music, kid’s activities, ice skating, and more! Information: www.temeculaevents.org or (951) 678-1456.

December 31 – 8 p.m. Ring in New Year’s Eve with Siren’s Crush at Pala Casino Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala. The party will be held in the Infinity Showroom. Tickets: $35 per person. Tickets: (877) 946-7252 or (800) 585-3737 or www.startickets.com.

January 1, 2015 – Happy New Year 2015!!

SEMINARS / CLASSES/ MEETINGS/ RIBBON CUTTINGS: December 9 – 9-11 a.m. IESBDC: Get the Tax Facts at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange, 43200 Business Park Drive. This one-day workshop will be an overview of federal and state tax issues for small business presented by a professional tax practitioner. Topics include: avoiding penalties and fines, when to file and submit payment, claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit and more. Information: Cheryl (951) 694-6409 or Cheryl.kitzerow@ cityoftemecula.org.

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ing list of side dishes to choose from, all gluten-free and either locally grown or made on site.

This makes Bushfire Grill takehome food perfect for any palate, especially families focused on healthy, gluten free meals.

“Our vision is to bring home style cooking to our customers, using the best ingredients, local and organic when possible, cooked simply with bold flavors, all at an affordable price,” states Bushfire Grill owner Brandon

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Joint owned with his cousin Clive, Bushfire Grill opened in ushfire Grill, located Temecula in November of 2012. in Temecula, and soon Two years later, these businessopening a second locamen have developed a concept tion in La Costa Town Square in that works for residents on the Carlsbad, is the the perfect place go, and diners who want to stay to stop in, and take home good, in the unique, rustic restaurant healthy food after a full day of for delicious burgers served on holiday shopping. gluten free buns, and sample loTop selling items like the famcal beer and wine. ily meals of Free Range Chicken, Bushfire Grill maintains a or Ribs, come with a mesmerizwarm, homey feel and rustic quality that appeals to any palate with the intimate small dining area and Medium Large X-Large new outdoor 2-Topping patio.

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Serving free range chickens, free from hormones or antibiotics, and only the best natural Angus beef, is meaningful to the Barwin cousins. “Our focus is on affordable quality. We serve great tasting, great quality, healthy food and prove it can also be affordable.”

The idea for a “Take Home” healthy eatery was born, and has grown into a cozy, dine-in experience. Inspired by cousin Clive Barwin’s many years spent in Australia, Bushfire Grill took form from the cousins’ diverse background, serving flavors drawn from South Africa, Australia, and Canada. “We started with time honored recipes, and do lots of research and taste testing with our menu, and the result is a unique spin on traditional food,” Brandon Barwin said.

This is easily seen in menu items such as the Grandma’s Mac and Cheese, Braised Angus Beef, and the Free Range Chicken with varieties of international sauces – all gluten free – from Peri Peri, to Barbecue, to Chimichurri and Teriyaki.

Bushfire Grill works with local growers, whenever possible, to provide the freshest ingredients.

“We love knowing we are supporting our local community. It’s rewarding to develop relationships, and make connections.”

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Habitat for Humanity’s Christmas Tree Lane celebrates the Season at Promenade Temecula

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Ashley Ludwig Staff Writer For the last eight years, Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley has presented “Christmas Tree Lane” at Promenade Temecula. The theme for this year, “Home is Where Your Story Begins,” appeals to people of all ages, according to Tammy Marine, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, “This year’s theme appeals to people of all ages, interests and tastes, but the best part is that for only a dollar, you get a chance to own one of these spectacular trees, and all to benefit poverty housing.”

Shoppers at Promenade Temecula and supporters of Habitat for Humanity are invited to purchase $1 raffle tickets and enter to win the tree of their choice at a public opportunity drawing to be held on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. Winners do not need to be present at the drawing.

Christmas Tree Lane remains one of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley’s largest annual fundraisers.

“Even though it’s in its eighth year, I never get tired of walking by the

trees,” Marine said via Facebook.

“When it’s my turn to open or close (Christmas Tree Lane), you’ll still see me staring at each one.”

The ornately decorated trees were donated by area businesses, including ABC Childcare’s Malinda Margiotta and Angel Anton.

“We’re very blessed to be able to be a part of this event and thank Habitat for Humanity for all that they do for Temecula,” Margiotta said.

Visitors can stand in line for the much-lauded “Sock Monkey” tree, or you can let it all go for the snowdusted “Frozen” tree, sporting Elsa, Olaf, and other treats from the Disney Frozen movie. With all of the designs, it is difficult to choose just one tree to place your raffle ticket. Spend over $25 and receive a commemorative ornament for your donation.

“It’s an adorable ornament available for 2014,” stated Marine, who openly shares her joy of the holiday season and this fundraising event.

“If you want an instant pick-meup or ideas on how to design your own tree this year, come by the lower level of the ladies Macy’s,”

Professionally decorated trees line the corridor beyond Macy’s downstairs women’s section.

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Regarding the monies earned from this popular Temecula tradition, Marine had this to say, “All proceeds earned from Christmas Tree Lane’s raffle go to improve living conditions for families in our Valley...anyway you look at it you win!”

Marine spoke about the annual Habitat for Humanity Christmas event, “We hope that our supporters, volunteers, shoppers, advocates and event attendees will purchase an ornament as a reminder of their connection to Habitat for Humanity and how their efforts are improving living conditions for many in the Inland Valley. The commemorative ornaments also make great gifts to friends and staff to remind them of the importance of community service and giving back.”

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Shopper Pam Rogalski, 66, Asheville, NC: “I feel like this is a good cause. I shop at (Habitat for Humanity’s) stores in Asheville. I feel like there is a big need for Habitat for Humanity in the United States.”

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Storm leaves thousands without power in Southwest Riverside County Daniel Lane Multimedia Journalist The strong Pacific storm that hit Southwest Riverside County this week caused power outages to almost 7,000 homes in Menifee, Canyon Lake, and Lake Elsinore, as well as other surrounding cities in Riverside County.

The outage left 5,886 homes without power in Menifee, as well as businesses, strip malls, commercial buildings, and Mount San Jacinto College.

Canyon Lake had 686 homes without power and 24 homes in Lake Elsinore were blacked out

as well.

Estimated times for the restoration of power ranged from 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2 to 2 a.m.

Wednesday.

Felipe Flores, 56, of Menifee, and his family were left in the dark as the rain came down outside.

“I was in my office working on the computer,” Flores said, who is a local real estate agent. “The lights went out, the computer went, everything else went out.”

When the lights went out, Flores said he thought it was just his home since he did not hear any thunder.

“Maybe one of my breakers went out, that was my first reaction,”

Fire crews were called out to Mount San Jacinto College to rescue someone who was trapped in an elevator after power was lost Tuesday, Dec. 2.

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Flores said while recalling when the lights went dark. “My wife was telling me that the neighbors and the college across the street went out.”

“We were just about to start dinner... I guess (we will have) take out,” Flores added.

According to a witness on scene at the college, students were in class when the lights flickered and went out moments later.

Crews were called to the campus to rescue someone who was

trapped in an elevator shortly after 5:30 p.m., according to CalFire/ Riverside County Fire Department.

“There was a person trapped in an elevator,” CalFire/Riverside County Fire Battalion Chief Jorge Rodriguez said. “They extricated them due to the power outage.”

CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department’s Jody Hagemann, who is a spokeswoman for the department, said there were no injures to the person who was trapped in the elevator in the 800 Building.

Fire crews also responded to an “electrical box (that) exploded” at 7:12 p.m. in Menifee on Newport Road near Menifee Road, according to Hagemann.

“We had a transformer blow up,” Rodriguez said while crews put out hot spots. “We were on another fire, and then the engine got dispatched to this fire. “Apparently, by the looks of things, it blew up before we got here.”

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Local hotel kicks off toy drive with holiday party Kim Harris Staff Writer The Embassy Suites Temecula is out to make a difference again this holiday season when it hosts its second annual Toys for Tots Drive. Held in conjunction with the U.S. Marines annual event, hotel guests and community members are invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the hotel on Dec. 5 between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m.

Embassy Suites Temecula director of sales and marketing Greg Roberts said participating in Toys for Tots is a companywide event for the Windsor Capital Group but the Temecula location wanted to do more for the local community.

“They support Toys for Tots in the holiday season so they put all their efforts towards it. There are a number of hotels who spearhead this effort in their area,” Roberts said. “We took it a step further and instead of just being a dropoff location, we wanted to have

an event that is an annual event to help support the cause. We thought it would be a good opportunity to get some community involvement, bring some vendors together and share in the magic of the holiday season and support a good cause.”

To get the entire community involved the hotel won’t just put out boxes and hope that people will fill them, Roberts said. During the event on Dec. 5 hotel guests and community members will enjoy festive music, a visit from Santa, a complimentary assortment of specialty desserts and coffees, and wine tastings from a local Temecula vineyard. The event will also feature a ceremonious Christmas tree lighting and raffle drawings.

Roberts said he would like to add carolers to the event this year and continue to build the event each year, offering more for the local community to become involved with.

“We want to create an event that people can count on year to year to

be there,” Roberts said.

Attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for a chance to win one of the various prizes donated by Temecula area businesses. Everyone in the community is invited to attend the event, even if they cannot afford to bring a toy to donate.

“It’s really about the spirit of giving and celebrating the family unit by giving back to the kids,” Roberts said Toys for Tots began in 1947 when Major Bill Hendricks, USMCR, and a group of Marine Reservists in Los Angeles collected and distributed 5,000 toys to needy children. The idea came from Hendricks’ wife, Diane, when she handcrafted a Raggedy Ann doll and asked him to deliver the doll to an organization which would give it to a needy child at Christmas. When Hendricks determined that no such agency existed, his wife told him that he should start one, and he did.

“We primarily are a family

oriented hotel; Embassy Suites as a brand is dominated by family travel,” Roberts said. “When you have a destination such as ours, you have families that take advantage of amenities such as the free breakfast and those things that are attractive to families. Kids are a big part of our business, and we have identified this area as a way we can celebrate that.”

Embassy Suites Temecula is proud to be involved with Toys for Tots said hotel General Manager Chas Senic.

“We are not in the hotel business…we are in the business of making memories, being involved with our community and working to make a difference,” he said.

“Our entire staff looks forward to giving back and especially looks forward to the annual Toys for Tots celebration.”

Since the hotel is a Toys for Tots

drop-off location, toy donations will be accepted throughout the holiday season, not just the night of the event.

“They can swing by the hotel and drop toys off, and we’ll make sure they get to the right place,” Roberts said.

Embassy Suites Temecula is located at 29345 Rancho California Rd., the lobby is open 24 hours so toys can be dropped off at any time. For more information, contact Roberts at greg.roberts@ wcghotels.com.

Wildomar City Council Round Up Michelle Mears-Gerst Writer

Pet Owners A two week Dog Amnesty Program was approved at the last city council meeting allowing Wildomar residents the opportunity to license or renew their licenses without having to pay a late fee during a two week period in December. The amnesty program is part of a marketing plan with Animal Friends of the Valley and various other cities in the county of Riverside. On May 14, council allocated $12,500 towards a matching grant with Animal Friends of the Valley for spay/neutering and microchipping vouchers for Wildomar residents.

The goal of the program is to leverage local resources to educate and increase public awareness throughout the region about important pet ownership measures including licensing, spay/ neutering and microchipping to reduce pet overpopulation in the shelter by 10 percent and adoptable euthanasia by 15 percent in the next year. The late fee for failure to license is $20 plus the cost of the license. The intent of the two week amnesty program is to encourage residents to bring their dog licenses current by only charging the license fees which is $15 for altered dogs and $25 for unaltered dogs.

Schools City Council was provided a report by Southwest Construction Company that the The Sidewalks to School Improvement project and Grand Ave. Sidewalk Safety Improvement projects were completed. Council awarded a contract on March 12 to Southwest Construction Co., Inc. for $300,598.

The project constructed new curb,

gutter, handicap accessible ramps, and sidewalks on certain routes to Elsinore High School and Ronald Reagan Elementary School at various locations on Canyon Drive, Bundy Canyon Road, and Prielipp Road and within the proximity of Donald A. Brown Middle School along Grand Avenue. The original contract amount was for $300,598.

After the contract was awarded and during construction, several changes to the contract documents were necessary to implement the designs. The original contract price was for $300,598. According to reports the final project was completed at the cost of $402,849.26, over $100,000 more than originally budgeted for but still within the funding capability of the project.

Tentative Map as filed, amended and approved. A Subdivision Improvement Agreement (Attachment 3) has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. All applicable Final Map Conditions of Approval have been satisfied.

Fiscal Impact There are no fiscal impacts to the City at this time. Once the project is constructed and the public improvements are accepted by the City, the City will be responsible for the maintenance of street improvements and storm drains within the subdivision.

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Lake Elsinore to reel in $7.8 million for road improvements Michelle Mears-Gerst Writer Lake Elsinore city officials sealed the deal by closing on a bond to finance road improvements to 25 percent of its aged roadways.

At a city council meeting on June 24, the bond funding was approved and council members thought they would receive $6 million at a cost of approximately $500,000 per year for 25 years. However, based on strong investor demand and an “A” credit rating from Standard & Poor’s, the city secured a historically low, 25-year interest rate of 3.60 percent and save more than $1.8 million. As a result, officials secured $7.8 million at the same annual cost.

Residents and visitors who stopped in Lake Elsinore to fill their gas tanks can now reap the benefits of the Gas Excise Tax. The

funding stems from the Total Road Improvement Program (TRIP) that allows local governments to leverage their State Motor Vehicle Fuel Tax (the “Gas Excise Tax”), or Measure A funds in Riverside County, to finance road improvement projects.

According to Scott Carper from TRIP, the deterioration of streets and highways in the State has a backlog of pavement repair costs that exceeds $10.5 billion. “Over time, the cost to repair a street dramatically increases as its condition degrades turning minor maintenance projects into major reconstruction projects. There is a huge opportunity for substantial savings by funding street maintenance and improvement projects early,” said Carper.

Planned projects in Lake Elsinore include a new Interstate 15 Railroad Canyon Road Decelera-

tion Lane; assessment of the Main Street Interchange; the Grand Avenue Rehabilitation Project; Gunnerson Street Pavement Rehabilitation, which is currently in design; and $5 million for many other overdue arterial pavement rehabilitation projects located throughout the city.

“Over the last several years, our roads have suffered and it was time for us to find a way to address this concern for our community,” said Mayor Natasha Johnson. “This is a bold move, but our staff’s hard work has paid off and we are thrilled to have the resources to take the first of many steps to preserve, protect and restore our roads.”

Road crews have already completed slurry sealing 20 miles of the project’s funded streets in the first phase of its Pavement Management Program paid for with Measure A maintenance funds.

According to Public Information Officer for Lake Elsinore Nicole Daily, “Stripping and additional minor road work will continue through Nov. 26.”

The City of Lake Elsinore has an overall pavement condition index (PCI) of 71, which is consistent with most cities. The new TRIP funding will allow the City to improve some of its worst roads while also freeing up Measure A funding to maximize its ongoing Pavement Management Program.

That program is aimed to maintain the highest index possible by extending the life of local roads and ultimately saving the City money on future costly repairs.

The City received an “A” credit rating from Standard & Poor’s and the Certificates subsequently qualified for “AA” municipal bond insurance. The certificates will be repaid from Measure A sales tax

revenues received by the city over the next 25 years. These funds are legally restricted for use on local transportation projects.

“Participating in TRIP enables us to finance important street projects today and take advantage of favorable construction costs without committing any dollars from the General Fund,” said City Manager Grant Yates.

The City anticipates only 44 percent of its Measure A revenues for certificate payments. The remaining Measure A revenue of approximately $637,000 will continue to be used for ongoing street operations and maintenance.

The second phase of this program that will be funded through TRIP are bonds that will identify and address other major roadway capital projects.

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Students march on Black Friday to protest Missouri grand jury decision A peaceful march was held near Temecula’s Promenade Mall last Friday afternoon by 25 high school and college students to protest a grand jury’s decision earlier that week not to indict white police officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of unarmed black teen Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.

The students also participated in the nationwide Black Friday shopping boycott prompted by outrage over the decision and led by Blackout for Human Rights, a group that fights inequalities and injustice in America.

Temecula resident Khalia Hazel, 18, organized the march. She’s followed the Brown case in the news since it happened on August 9 and thinks that Wilson should have been indicted.

“He should have gone to trial and let a jury decide his fate,” she said.

While home on Thanksgiving break from college in Nevada, Hazel contacted friends via social media and asked them to join her in a march to show support for the Brown family and that Temecula’s youth is upset about social injustice.

“We’re seeing what›s happening in the world,» she said about her genera-

tion. “We’re listening to things. We’re aware of the social situation.”

Carrying signs they made, the students marched from 2 to 5 p.m. They travelled from North General Kearny and Margarita roads to the corner of Winchester and Ynez roads across from the mall. They stood on the corner for two hours and then marched back. According to Hazel, most passersby honked and gave them thumbs up in support of their stance.

Temecula resident Mitchell Atkins, 18, marched with Hazel, who was his classmate at Temecula Valley High School.

“I thought it was a really great idea,” he said. “I was really disappointed that the grand jury in Ferguson didn’t reach an indictment. It [the march] was the least I could do to show my support for the Brown family and really all the families in America that are affected by institutionalized racism.”

Atkins, a student at Cal State San Marcos, has closely watched the Brown case because he’s interested in a law career. He was disappointed with the way the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Robert P. McCulloch handled the case.

“I’ve done a lot of reading on the testimony, physical evidence and

Khalia Hazel (far left) organized a march last Friday to protest a grand jury’s decision not to indict white police officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of unarmed black teen Michael Brown in Ferguson, Laura Rathbun photo Missouri.

eyewitness accounts. There were compelling reasons for indictment,” he said. “Now, Wilson’s not even going to stand trial. I think it’s an injustice.”

Temecula resident and San Diego State University student Ethan Palm, 19, also marched. He attended TVHS with Hazel and wanted to help her support the Brown family. Like Atkins, he thinks McCulloch handled the case poorly.

“The prosecution wasn’t done as well as it could have been done,” he said. “The non-indictment is enabling racial inequality. I think an indictment would have been appropriate.”

Hazel, Atkins and Palm signed an online petition on Change.org to have police officers wear body cameras to record routine stops.

“Body cams on all police officers would definitely be helpful to show if they’re using their power appropriately,” Palm said.

“We’ve come a long way in America since the fifties and sixties when blacks were killed all the time and things were segregated,” Hazel commented. “There›s still a lot that needs to be done.”

After she returns to college at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, she plans to continue being actively

involved in social issues.

“When I go back to Las Vegas, I hope to rally the black student organization and others in the community to sign the petition on Change.org to require cops to wear body cameras,” she said.

Hazel’s parents, Tracey and Charles, walked behind the students and her mother said that she was proud of her for organizing the march.

“It was the right thing to do,” Hazel said.

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Local singer-songwriter, George Miguel, debuts new ‘California’ album Born in Tucson and now living in the Temecula Valley, George Miguel's original music represents the fabric of the American West. Drawing from Country, Folk, and Rock, George creates memorable songs that tell a story.

From the barren hills of Tombstone to the starry lights of Tinseltown, George writes about the dynamics of hope and desperation, love and loss, joy and sorrow, and the human experiences we all share.

His new album, "California", which was released on Nov. 11, will be debuted this Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Curry Vineyards in Temecula.

“This show will be the first chance we've had to do a proper release party here in Temecula, and I couldn’t be more excited,” says Miguel, who also added, “The album is a ten-song, all-original collection of Country and Americana. I wrote the songs about

George Miguel, a local singer-songwriter, will debut his new album ‘California’ Nelson Blanton photo this Saturday at Curry Vineyards in Temecula.

living in California, some of the people I've met and experiences I've had.”

The album was produced by Pete Anderson, who was Dwight Yoakam's producer and lead guitar player for several years. In addition to Anderson, "California" features an appearance by trumpet master, Lee Thornburg. Thorn-

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"I was really excited about getting to record with Lee," says George. "I always envisioned a grand trumpet solo on "I'm Back," like the one Johnny Cash had on "Ring of Fire." When Pete told me he had gotten Lee to do it, I was beyond thrilled. I was able to watch Lee essentially compose the solo on the spot and record both parts, all in the matter of a couple of hours. At the end, he handed me the sheet music for the solo he had written. That was definitely my favorite night of the sessions."

This weekend's show will be singersongwriter style with George Miguel performing songs off of the album with an acoustic guitar.

“I'll play everything off the album, plus some cover songs I do like Johnny Cash's "Folsom Prison Blues."

Fans can buy the new CD “California” at this weekend's show at Curry Vineyards, located at 41946 5th Street in Old Town Temecula and on George’s website, www.georgemiguel.com or on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/ album/california/id930580853.

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What do you think of the lower gas prices, and what are you doing with the money you save?

Victoria Green from Murrieta “The gas prices are amazing. I drive a 2005 VW Bug and now I can afford to visit my family in Orange County more often.”

Judee Lange from Murrieta “The lower gas prices allow me to have more money so I can do more tithing.”

Dillon Miller from Murrieta “I drive a truck and I used to spend all my money on gas just to get to work.

Now that the gas prices are lower I can afford to do things like take my girlfriend to dinner.”

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Stephanie Swensen from Hemet “I travel to LA for work a lot and it is expensive. Now that the prices in gas have come down, I can take my daughter to Disneyland this Thanksgiving. If the gas prices stayed high, we wouldn’t have been able to afford our Disneyland trip.”

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Temecula honors cityhood backer who pushed for park name change, statue Tim O’Leary Staff Writer A special honor was recently bestowed upon Perry Peters, a longtime Temecula leader who left his mark on the community without treading a political path.

A section of the Community Recreation Center, a stage and multi-purpose room that has been intertwined with Peters’ life and the city’s formative stages, has been named after Peters.

That action was taken by an appreciative Temecula City Council on Nov. 25. It came as Peters, a key Temecula figure for the past three decades, prepares to move to San Diego to be closer to family.

“If I could move closer to my kids and bring Temecula with me I would,” Peters, 83, told a reporter following the council meeting.

Peters was a principal player in Temecula’s push to become a city in December 1989. Fifteen years later, he helped lead a drive to rename Rancho California Sports Park after former President Ronald Reagan, who had ties to the area. The name change was followed by a successful bid to erect a life-size monument to America’s 40th president.

Peters has been in the news recently as an open letter he penned in the days leading to Temecula’s incorporation was read during the Temecula Valley Historic Society’s annual dinner in November. About that time, the Reagan statue was featured on the cover of a monthly magazine distributed to awards and engraving professionals worldwide.

The media splashes unfolded as Temecula prepared to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its incorporation on Dec. 1.

Peters headed the Temeculaarea chamber of commerce as the second bid to form a city coalesced and was approved by 88 percent of voters who cast ballots in that election. A string of other fast-growing communities – Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar and Canyon Lake among them – followed Temecula’s lead amid a series of development booms in those areas.

But the renaming of the sports park and the creation of the Reagan monument are frequently singled out as Peters’ most visible efforts.

While Reagan was president, he mentioned Temecula in a March 1983 speech to the U.S. Olympic Committee. In his remarks, he noted how the residents in that “rather

small town” had exhibited a cando spirit by contributing the labor, materials and funds needed to build their own sports park.

Reagan, who once owned a ranch in the rural Tenaja area, served as California’s 33rd governor from 1967 until 1975. He was elected president in 1981 and served two full terms in that capacity.

The park was constructed as a succession of developers was carving the community they had dubbed “Rancho California” out of a corner of the former 87,500-acre Vail Ranch.

The 128-acre facility was named the Rancho California Sports Park and a community center, pool, tot lot, picnic areas, a skate park and other amenities were later added there.

Growth surged and traffic congestion intensified as Peters and other community leaders pushed to form a city in the county’s remote southwest corner. Temecula’s population had barely surpassed 27,000 when the community became a city.

The community center served as Temecula’s bare-bones council chambers until officials purchased a vacant office building along Business Park Drive and converted it

Police investigating death at Perris skydiving facility A 36-year-old man died at a skydiving facility near Perris Valley Airport last Saturday, Nov. 29.

Deputies withheld virtually all details about the circumstances.

Coroner’s officials confirmed that Justin Gulley of Canyon Lake suffered fatal injuries at 12:40 p.m.

Saturday, at 2091 Goetz Road, in

Perris. He was pronounced dead at 1:24 p.m. Saturday.

The location is home to Perris Valley Skydiving, a business for indoor and outdoor skydiving, and a skydiving school.

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Temecula stopped using the Business Park Drive facility for council business after the Civic Center complex opened in Old Town in December 2010. The quarter century since incorporation has seen Temecula’s population surge to 106,300.

Reagan died in June 2004, and the sports park was renamed in his honor the same year. Peters subsequently served as president of the Friends of Ronald Reagan Sports Park, which raised funds from residents, developers and businesses to underwrite the first phase of the statue.

Peters suffered a heart attack about the time of the statue’s completion. The statue features a smiling Reagan holding a cowboy hat and leaning against a shovel.

Four figures, a mother, father and two children who represent the volunteers who built the sports park will be added when an additional

$60,000 is raised.

Peters’ efforts and his tenacity were praised by council members when the multi-purpose room was named in his honor.

Councilman Jeff Comerchero described him as “one of a kind.”

Councilman Chuck Washington noted Peters’ connections to the multi-purpose room via an annual youth essay contest held there as well as other events with a can-do theme.

“I have a great deal of respect and admiration for Perry,” Washington said during the council meeting.

“Thank you, Perry, for being my friend and for what I’ve learned from your can-do spirit.”

Afterward, Peters told a reporter he was moved by the council’s action and remarks, and thankful to have such a special room named in his honor.

“We spent a lot of time in that room,” he said.

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A woman who answered the phone at Perris Valley Skydiving declined to comment and referred all questions to the facility’s general manager. A message left for the general manager was not immediately returned.

Suspect arrested for indecent exposure near Temecula High School On Dec. 1 at 2:41 pm, officers from the Temecula Police Department responded to a report of an indecent exposure occurring at Margarita Rd. and Rancho Vista Rd. A concerned citizen noticed the adult male driver of a grey sedan

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During the course of the investigation, officers identified Scott De Geus, 59 years old of Temecula, as

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To the Vista go the spoils; Broncos defeat #10 ranked Upland 24-14 in Semifinals Vista Murrieta headed back to CIF-SS Football Finals for sixth straight time Broncos’ DB Jalen Russell (30) stopped a Highlanders’ scoring drive with the first of his two interceptions Friday night.

JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor Vista Murrieta, fresh off a much energized 28-27 last second win over Tesoro in round 2 of the CIFSS Football Divisional playoffs, headed to Upland on Friday, Nov. 28 to take on the #10 ranked Highlanders in the Semifinals.

The Broncos jumped to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter as the rushing game proved to be unstoppable early in the game. A 52-yard opening run from Cole Dubots got Vista Murrieta on the board immediately.

After a bad punt from Upland’s Luke Van Ginkel, the Broncos, who were looming in Upland territory all night, sent senior RB, Seth Acda, free for a 39-yard score of his own, putting the visitors up by two touchdowns, silencing the Highlanders crowd early on.

Upland running backs, Josh Woods and Nathan Tilford, got the Scots back in the game, eating up yards on their next possessions, giving Upland a chance to finally get on the scoreboard when a 24yard pass from Tyler Hilinski to Malik Yoakum put the Highlander crowd on their feet. Hilinski, who had thrown for over 2,500 yards and 21 TDs coming into the game, went on to score on a 1-yard quarterback keeper to tie the game late in the second quarter.

Acda came up big again on the ground for Vista Murrieta on the ensuing kickoff, returning it 52 yards, but the Upland defense, which was bolstered by the return of senior linebacker Troy Thomas, who injured his knee early in the season, stopped the Broncos cold in their tracks. Jared Gallegos would get the call from Vista Murrieta head coach Coley Candaele to kick a 42-yard field goal, which

he successfully nailed, giving the Broncos a three-point lead going into halftime.

“Our offense put the ball in the end zone on two of the first three drives, which was big against a team like Upland. Their defense is one of the best around,” Candaele said.

The Highlanders received the ball to begin the second half, but it would be a huge special teams’ play that would send the visiting crowd into frenzy when Van Ginkel’s third quarter field goal attempt got blocked by Vista Murrieta’s Brandon Worthy.

The teams then traded field position for the remainder of the third quarter until the Scots, who were driving to begin the fourth quarter, tried to take advantage of great field position. Hilinski would go to the air, but so would 6-foot-1 junior defensive back, Jalen Russell, and on his second interception on the night, he ran this one back 75 yards to the end zone for the only points of the second half as Vista Murrieta went on the road and defeated Upland, 24-14.

“I saw the quarterback scrambling and he has a very long windup so when his arm went up, I bit on it and I got the pick. The rest of the defense opened the field up for me and I ran it back; it’s like a dream,” Russell said. “We’re going to Angels Stadium!”

The victory secures a sixth consecutive appearance in a CIF-SS final for the Broncos (11-2), who play Mission Viejo next week in Anaheim.

“This is a huge win against a great football team. You always believe that defense and special teams wins championships. It did tonight,” Candaele said.

The Broncos’ defense swarmed to the ball, shutting out the Highlanders in the second half to win 24-14.

Seth Acda hits the hole on his way to a 39-yard touchdown run.

Cole Dubots waltzes into the end zone after a 52-yard run to give Vista Murrieta an early 7-0 lead in their CIF semifinal game against Upland.

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Ryan Hudkins applies pressure to Upland QB Tyler Hilinski late in the fourth quarter.

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Wolfpack ‘Historic’ playoff run ends in Semis with 41-36 loss to Diablos

Great Oak win streak ends at six; Mission Viejo streak is now eleven Paul Bandong Sports Writer The Wolfpack made history with every game they played in the 2014 CIF-SS West Valley Division Playoffs; Friday, Nov. 28 they lost a hard-fought battle in the Semifinals round to the Mission Viejo Diablos, 41-36.

“Their defensive line was very, very good and their offensive line was very big,” said Wolfpack coach Robbie Robinson. “I’m really proud of our team. They didn’t quit; they fought and fought.”

Indeed, Great Oak’s opening possession resulted in a 5-yard sack of QB Laquan Williams and a three-and-out punt. Mission Viejo then drove from their 20 to the Great Oak 15 in six plays and two minutes. Great Oak defensive back Nick Fisher stopped the drive cold with an interception of Diablos’ QB Brock Johnson and electrified the crowd with a 93-yard return for the game’s first score.

The Wolfpack intercepted Johnson – who had thrown only six picks all season – two more times in the first quarter! Demetric Felton’s one-handed interception and Elijah Thomas’ interception forced the Diablos to change their game strategy to their running game. Great Oak scored again on their third possession following Thomas’ interception, capping off a five-play, 60-yard drive with a 17-yard Williams’ screen pass to Felton to give the Wolfpack a 14-0 lead with 2:48 left in the opening period. It appeared the Wolfpack was in control of the game.

The Diablos’ change in strategy to their run game and a steady dose of running back Rome Innocenzi paid off as Mission Viejo took only two minutes to drive 80 yards in seven plays. Innocenzi carried the ball six of the seven plays, scoring from 14 yards out with 54 seconds left in the quarter.

The Diablos big offensive line opened large holes for Innocenzi on power dives and off-tackle plays all night. The Diablos’ running back ended the night with 316 yards and five touchdowns on 39 carries.

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Two penalties hampered the Wolfpack’s first drive of the second period forcing a punt, and the Diablos drove 65 yards in seven plays to tie the game at 14-14 with 7:02 left. Jake Martin’s 43-yard field goal gave the Wolfpack a 17-14 lead. Ryan Boehm’s recovery of a rare Innocenzi fumble with 1:24 left stopped a Mission Viejo drive.

The action picked up in the second half as Innocenzi ran 62 yards on the second play of the half to give the Diablos their first lead of the game 21-17. The Wolfpack regained the lead 24-21 two plays later as Williams answered with an 89-yard TD pass to wide receiver Brandon Presley. Mission Viejo returned the kickoff to the Great Oak 5-yard line where Innocenzi scored in one play for a 28-24 Diablos’ lead. Less than two minutes had elapsed in the half.

The defenses stiffened as Mission Viejo was forced to punt twice and Great Oak was forced to punt once. The Diablos stopped a 51yard Wolfpack drive with a pick in the end zone by Brett Guerrero. A 40-yard field goal attempt by Great Oak’s Martin fell short with 2:33 left in the period. Mission Viejo then drove 80 yards in five plays to extend their lead to 35-24.

Great Oak’s first two possessions of the final period ended in a punt and an interception. Mission Viejo also punted once and turned the ball over on downs once. Great Oak drove 90 yards in 90 seconds – with a number of Williams to Presley passes – and scored as Williams scrambled to find Presley in the end zone and close the gap to 35-30; the two-point PAT attempt failed.

Two minutes later, Innocenzi scored his fifth TD on a 17-yard sweep play to give Mission Viejo some breathing room 42-30 with 1:30 left on the clock.

Felton returned the kickoff 97 yards to the 3-yard line and then scored from three yards out to put the Wolfpack within one touchdown, 42-36 with 1:10 left in the game.

A controversial call on the onside kick, recovered by the Wolfpack, gave the ball to Mission Viejo who ran out the clock for the win.

Williams ended the night with 380 yards on 22-of-35 passing.

Presley – CIF-SS West Valley Division’s #2 receiver with over 1300 yards and 20 TDs -- accounted for 205 of those yards on 12 catches.

“Teams have been bracketing me all season,” said Presley. “So I have to find ways to get open and make the most of my catches to help my team.” Felton, who had previously recorded three straight games of 200+ yards, was held to 15 yards

Mission Viejo’s Connor Hill (13) tries to break free from Great Oak’s Nick Fisher (37) and Brandon Presley (80) in the Diablos 41-36 Semifinal win.

Senior Kevin Knight (10) shares an emotional hug with Linebacker Coach Mike Kostecki after the Amanda Schwarzer photos heartbreaking season ending loss to Mission Viejo.

on 10 carries.

A Great Oak win would have pitted the Southwestern League’s #1 team – Vista Murrieta – and #2 team against each other in the Finals for the CIF title. Vista Murrieta beat top-seeded Upland 24-14 and will play against Mission Viejo in Angels Stadium next Friday night.

The Great Oak Wolfpack (10-3) recorded their first Playoff win, their first Quarterfinals win, and their first Semifinals appearance in the school’s 11-year history. The Wolfpack graduates 31 seniors.

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Demetric Felton (7) also played strong on defense for Great Oak, leaping into the air to make a one-handed interception in the Wolfpack’s 41-36 Semifinal loss.

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Sports CIF from page A-1 Finals; the top five finishers count toward the team score. The top five averaged 15:46 with a combined time of 1:18:48. They were separated by only 48 seconds. Here is how they finished: 7 – Nick Doan (sr), 15:25 14 – Isaac Cortes (jr), 15:36 15 - Spencer Dodds (jr), 15:37 44 – Anthony Arvizu (sr), 15:57 58 – Nelson Quintana (jr), 16:13 96 – Cole Spencer (jr), 16:35 105 – Justin Eipp (so), 16:39 “It was an amazing experience,” exclaimed University of Portlandbound Doan, who has only been running for two years. “We did what we needed to do.” Doan credited teammate Quintana, the team’s final scorer, who “ate up six runners in the last 400 – that was a big point differential!”

The Great Oak girls continued their dominance of the sport with their third straight State CIF Championship and their fourth State Title in five years. They won by a division record-setting 96 points over Bella Vista (45 to 141). The

Wolfpack sent seven runners to the State Finals and all seven finished in the top 25; only the top five finishers count toward the team score.

The top five averaged 18:14 with a combined time of 1:31:10. They finished within 58 seconds of one another. Senior Maiya Larsen has competed at state all four years.

Here is how they finished: 3 – Destiny Collins (jr), 17:37 7 – Kiyena Beatty (so), 18:07 13 – Emily Clause (jr), 18:23 15 – Sandra Pflughoft (fr), 18:28 20 – Maiya Larsen (sr), 18:35 22 – Desiree Stinger (jr), 18:38 24 – Sydney Belus (so), 18:40 Collins, the team’s top runner, who has been battling with a foot injury, was pleased with the team victory. “We expected to win. We want to be another Saugus.” Saugus girls have won the Division II CIF State Title eight of the last nine years.

“It is hard to win a State Championship in California, especially at Division 1,” said Great Oak coach Doug Soles. “The kids stuck to our race plan and delivered big.”

Vista Murrieta finished seventh

The Great Oak Girls Cross Country team claimed their fifth State Championship. From left: Coach Doug Soles, Destiny Collins (11th grade), Sandra Pflughoft (9th grade), Kiyena Beatty (10th grade), Sydney Belus (10th grade), Emily Clause (11th grade), Desiree Stinger (11th grade), Maiya Larsen (12th grade), Michelle Pflughoft photo Coach Daniel Noble.

The Great Oak Boys Cross Country team won the CIF-State Cross Country Division 1 State Championships at Woodward Park last week. From left: Coach Doug Soles, Justin Eipp (10th grade), Cole Spencer (11th grade), Isaac Cortes (11th grade), Spencer Dodds (11th grade), Nicholas Doan (12th grade), Nelson Quintana (11th grade), Anthony Arvizu (12th grade), and Coach Daniel Noble.

with 235 points. The Broncos were led by senior Ashley Cahalan. Here is how they finished: 21- Ashley Cahalan (sr), 18:35 29 – Michaela Reynolds (jr), 18:51 58 – Valeria Ramirez Martin (sr), 19:09 101 – Cassie Boyd (jr), 19:44 109 – Melissa Bovee (so), 19:32 122 – Julie Diaz (so), 20:08 174 – Alex Wiseman (so), 21:19 Taylor Taite, a senior from Murrieta Mesa High School, competed in Division II Girls and came away with a third place finish at 17:40.

The CIF State Finals is one of nine Regional Qualifiers for the 11th Annual Nike Cross Nationals (NXN) to be held Dec. 6 in Portland, Oregon. The invitational serves as the unofficial team national championships of high school cross country. The 400 fastest high school runners are invited to race a new 5K course at Glendoveer Golf Course that does away with the mud portion and the “whoop-

dee-doos.”

The California State Boys AutoQualifiers were Ventura and BreaOlinda. Jurupa Hills was selected to an at-large berth. Great Oak and Saugus were the Girls AutoQualifiers.

“This committee decision was disappointing; our boys team deserved to go,” said Soles. “We were in the top ten in the nation all season and we won Division 1 in California.” Seniors Doan and Arvizu are graduating, leaving four juniors and one sophomore with State Championship-level experience.

The girls are excited for the opportunity. “It’s easy to get caught up in the event,” said Collins. “We need to stay focused on the race. I want to win NXN!” “We need to focus on the small things,” said Beatty, “staying healthy, being a team and working together.” “We have a better chance with the new course,” said Soles.

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Murrieta Valley Pop Warner Cheer teams make history Murrieta Valley Pop Warner has made history with a few of their cheer teams. The Jr. Pee Wee Seahawks, Pee Wee Nighthawks, and Jr. Midget Blackhawks have placed and will be advancing to

the National Pop Warner Cheer Competition that will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando Florida the week of Dec 8 - 12.

This is the first time that three

competitive teams from the organization have qualified. The Cheer squads competed against several other local cheer teams across San Diego and LA Counties and to place 1st and 2nd is a huge accomplishment for the girls and to their coaches, Stephanie Snyder (Seahawks), Desiree Yankauskas (Nighthawks), and Tammy Millar (Blackhawks).

Murrieta Valley’s competitive cheer teams have been working very hard for many months preparing and practicing for not only football games to cheer at, but for

a competition routine that they first performed at their Local Cheer Competition held on Oct. 26 at the Aztec Arena in San Diego in which all teams had to place in 1st or 2nd place to advance to Wescon Regional Competition.

Regionals took place at the Long Beach Arena on Saturday, Nov. 15, where the teams again competed against some of the best cheer squads around and were able to place with top scores taking 1st and 2nd place, advancing to the Pop Warner National Cheer Competition representing the WESCON

Region and Palomar Conference.

Murrieta Valley Pop Warner Cheer was established in 1991 and for 23 years this program continues to grow with the help of so many talented and dedicated volunteers.

The program wanted to send a special thanks to Vice President of Cheer Lauren Streuter and President Mike Kennedy who without their time, guidance, and support to the cheer organization would not be as successful as it is today.

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2014 All-Southwestern League Girls Tennis Murrieta Valley leads the way with five selections

The Jr. Pee Wee Seahawks, Pee Wee Nighthawks, and Jr. Midget Blackhawks from Murrieta Valley Pop Warner will be advancing to the National Pop Warner Cheer Competition taking place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando Florida starting the week of Dec. 8.

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Forza One Volleyball opens new performance training center in Temecula JP Raineri Sports / Multimedia Editor Forza (pronounced “Fortza” like “Pizza”) means strength and strength is the foundation of everything that the newest members of the Forza One family will thrive to bring to the youth in the Temecula Valley, especially to those that play volleyball.

Founded in July of 2014, Forza One (Forza1) recently opened the doors to their Temecula location, off of Diaz Road and has two other locations in Pasadena and Ontario with a fourth location in Hemet in the works.

The Forza One Performance Center in Temecula, which was the vision of Dana Burkholder, a seasoned coach and former Collegiate and US National player with a serious passion for the game, and Ardian and Kristina Marina, former professional athletes from Europe that now have kids in the area, holds six brand new sport court volleyball courts for their players to train. The facility also includes a dedicated strength and conditioning area for teams to use on a daily basis.

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Emma Arenas (12) - Temecula Valley - 1st Team All-SWL.

Ardian and Kristina Marina (middle), and their children Cindy, Angelo and Brandon (far right) celebrate the opening of the new Forza One Performance Center with Dana Burkholder (Black Forza1 shirt), in Temecula on Nov. 30.

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Forza1 members for the upcoming season of training and competition, the staff at Forza1 held a club-wide meeting for all their players on Nov. 30 and went over how to do things the Forza Way. The meeting included on-court demonstrations of warm up and training elements, as well as key skill and drill components that all the Forza1 teams will follow. Following the meeting there was a small dedication ceremony for the brand new Forza One Performance Center Facility.

“The idea for Forza1 Volleyball Club comes from a passion for the sport and wanting to be a part of its growth over the next 20-30 years.

I believe that volleyball provides the opportunity to learn valuable

life skills, as well as opens the door to a life filled with purpose and enthusiasm and I can’t wait to see this club grow, and members and staff become stronger as one,” exclaimed Burkholder at the dedication ceremony.

During the winter and spring seasons Forza1 teams will be practicing and competing with boys and girls teams ranging from 8 years old and up, all the way through their new adult leagues. To find out more about teams, leagues, open gyms and training, visit Forza1 Volleyball (Temecula) and see their facility online at www.forza1volleyball. com. The new Forza One Performance Center is located at 27711 Diaz Road, Temecula, CA 92590.

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Clarissa Requiestas (12) - Temecula Valley - 1st Team All-SWL.

Emily Maxfield (left), Alana Andrews and Jovana Kuljanin, all from Murrieta Valley High School, were named to the 2104 AllDerick Lajom photo Southwestern League Girls Tennis team.

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Azusa Pacific University informational meeting for people interested in becoming a teacher, guidance counselor, or principal

APU Murrieta School of Education students attending new student orientation meeting on August 25.

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MURRIETA - People who are interested in becoming teachers, guidance counselors, or principals are invited to learn more about these rewarding careers at a free Graduate/Credential Information Meeting hosted by Azusa Pacific University (APU) Murrieta Regional Center on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

The information meeting will provide specific information a b o u t A P U ’s g r a d u a t e a n d credential programs, admissions requirements, and application process. Attendees will also hear about financial aid options that are available, as well as scholarship and grant opportunities to fund their studies at APU. The information meeting will take place at Azusa Pacific University’s state-of-the-art regional center located at 40508 Murrieta Hot Spring Road (to the right of Sam’s Club) in Murrieta. A light dinner will be served.

APU offers a combined teacher education credential and master’s

degree for those interested in teaching elementary school, middle school, high school, or special education. APU also offers a Masters in Educational & Clinical Counseling for those interested in becoming guidance counselors. For those with teaching or counseling experience that are interested in moving in administration, APU offers a Masters in Educational Leadership/PASC Tier 1 Credential.

A P U ’s t e a c h e r e d u c a t i o n programs are WASC and NCATE accredited, making APU one of only eight private institutions in California with this distinction.

APU is in the top 20 schools in the nation in terms of the number of Masters of Education degrees awarded in the last decade.

To RSVP for the event, please contact Rachel Jacobs, MA, Program Representative, at 951304-3400 or rjacobs@apu.edu. To learn more about APU and these programs visit www.apu.edu/ murrieta.

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The REALTORS® and Affiliates who came to Vista Murrieta High School were all so very impressed with VMHS Activities Director, Hien Nguyen and his peers who helped lead the way for an incredible outcome of the canned food drive. It gives us all a great feeling to see our younger generation respond to a community need with incredible success.

Special accolades to the following: Rebecca Lane who brought in 2,161 cans/items; Sarah Applegate with 1,762 cans/items; and Casey Liverman with 1,591 cans/items. A special mention to the Senior Class with 9,569 cans.

Winning districts are as follows: 1st place - District 8 with 2,779 cans; 2nd place - District 3 with 2,083 and 3rd place - District 10 with 2,058 cans.

Hien provides a quote that is very fitting of his group: «A great leader’s courage to fulfill one›s vision comes from passion, not position.”

We are appreciative to be part of this project and offer our humble thanks to Hien and applaud his leadership and the example he demonstrates to the students who eagerly pitched in and made a difference to others during holiday time and throughout the year.

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Menifee City Council now accepting applications for commissioners, committee members The Menifee City Council is currently accepting applications from volunteers for possible selection to serve on the city’s Planning Commission, the Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission or the Senior Advisory Committee.

City Councilmembers will review the current commissions and committees and may make new appointments to these volunteer groups. The terms of any appointment follow the councilmember’s term making the appointment.

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by Friday, Dec. 12 and it is anticipated that any new appointments will be considered during the Jan. 7 City Council meeting.

Previous applications for the Senior Advisory Committee and Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission are still on file and will be considered.

To qualify to serve on a city committee or commission, interested applicants must be at least 18 years

two monthly meetings on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 7 pm in City Hall. The Planning Commission considers and approves certain land use applications and makes recommendations to the City Council about other proposed developments, Menifee’s General Plan, the development code and other related planning matters.

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission meets monthly and is responsible for advising staff and the City Council regarding the maintenance and operations of parks

throughout Menifee.

The Senior Advisory Committee meets monthly and serves in an advisory capacity to city staff and City Council on issues pertaining to Menifee seniors. The Committee will evaluate the needs of seniors in the community and share recommendations with staff and City Council about how to better meet those needs.

For more information contact Menifee City Clerk Kathy Bennett at (951) 672-6777 or kbennett@ cityofmenifee.us.

ral. Modern marketers spend a great deal of time trying to figure out how to create successful memes. Some work, but most don’t, because the nature of memes is that they are spontaneous and unpredictable.

So-called meme-marketing is still in its infancy, but it is already giving way to a more me-oriented form of messaging: the sort of super-targeted, hyper-personalized messaging that is becoming possible with the convergence of Big Data, artificial intelligence, and ubiquitous mobile and personal devices of all kinds. There will always be a place on the Internet for absurd humor, but Big Data allows companies to understand and connect with each individual customer in ever more intimate ways. In turn, each of those customers has unprecedented control over the messages they receive. Memes may work for a long time to come, but more “me” is what people really want. Learn how to give it to them.

L.L. Bean), or serve as signposts to a better future (Charles Schwab, Apple) will continue to attract loyal customers even as the retail marketplace continues to fragment and choices multiply. Sometimes, the tried and true is the only thing people will try.

is “curated content,” but it’s really about offering help to people in ways that don’t feel like a direct sales pitch — because they aren’t.

They’re just useful pieces of information that you gave them, with no strings attached — and for that, they will remember you, all the way into 2016.

COMFORT THE AFFLICTED The speed of technological and cultural change people are experiencing today isn’t just mindboggling — it’s disorienting and, for some people, quite scary. The world they used to know is disappearing, and the world that is replacing it isn’t always reassuring. Time-tested brands can often serve as psychological anchors in turbulent times. People are creatures of habit, and they seek out comfort, particularly when they are uncomfortable. Brands that can provide that comfort (Campbell’s,

SHARE, DON’T SELL All social-media platforms in existence today rely upon one basic principle: people like to share.

Brands, too, can benefit from sharing — but many are still too focused on selling. Sharing, for brands, means connecting customers with information, ideas, and resources that can help customers improve their lives. The “selling” is done by associating the brand with related networks of information that may or may not have much to do with the brand’s products.

The term of art for this approach

old, a Menifee resident and a registered voter in Menifee. Applicants may not be an officer or employee of the city, or serve on another committee or commission in another city.

“Serving on a committee or commission is a great way to get connected and to provide input that helps shape our community,” said City Manager Rob Johnson. “Both city staff and City Council rely on these groups to provide thoughtful feedback that improves the decision making process.”

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Five tips to build a brand in 2015 Owen Shapiro For the past seventy years, business branding has been largely guided by principles developed in the 1950s and 1960s, when there were only three television networks, messaging through advertising was easy to control, and information flowed from a few “trusted” news sources to millions of people.

This one-to-many model of information flow has been upended since the advent of the Internet and social media. Now, information flows in millions of different directions at once — to, from, and by people all over the globe — in an all-to-all free-for-all for eyeballs and market share. Some of the wellestablished rules of branding still apply in this new, hyper-connected environment. But that doesn’t change the fact that building and differentiating a brand is harder than ever and will only prove even tougher in 2015.

In the coming year, the technological connectedness of everyone on Earth will reach a level never before experienced by humanity. The old rules don’t apply in this world.

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Here are a few to start with: BE WORTHY OF YOUR CUSTOMER’S TRUST At its core, effective branding is about a consistent connection between a company, its products, and its promise to customers. No matter what physical product or service you sell, your true product is trust.

On the Internet, trust in a brand can be destroyed in an instant, so safeguarding it is of paramount importance. The good news for serious brands is that, because the Internet is so full of scams, half-truths, and outright lies, people will continue to look to brands as a trusted resource.

Earn their trust — then work every day, as hard as you can, to keep it.

DON’T JUST AVOID EVIL — DO GOOD Google’s infamous tag line, “Don’t be evil” is not the same thing as “Do be good” — and the latter is a much better motto to live by. Young people, particularly Millennials and the generation after them, Digital Natives, like their consumption to reflect their values.

More often than not, they make buying decisions based on what certain brands stand for, whether it’s environmental friendliness (Prius), fair-wage pay (Costco), LGBT equality (Kellogg), sustainable energy (3M), or whatever. Spin will only get you so far, though — at some point it has to be backed up by honest, well-intentioned action.

The world is full of cheaters and liars. Don’t be one of them.

FEWER MEMES, MORE ME Because messaging can no longer be controlled by the messenger, brands have had to figure out how to get customers themselves to spread the word. One of the most effective ways to do this is through a “meme” that grabs people’s imagination — such as the Ice Bucket Challenge — and goes vi-

Owen Shapiro is the author of Brand Shift: The Future of Brands and Marketing. Shapiro is a market researcher, strategist and speaker and spent more than 30 years in customer insights and market strategy. He has a careerlong interest in helping launch innovative start-up companies, several of which have become wellknown brands, including Staples, PetSmart, Sports Authority, Ulta and Five Below. For more information, please visit www.brandshiftbook.com.

Temecula entrepreneur named finalist in National Challenge The American Farm Bureau Federation together with G e o r g e t o w n U n i v e r s i t y ’s McDonough School of Business Global Social Enterprise Initiative and the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative’s StartupHoyas today announced the four national finalists of the first-ever Rural Entrepreneurship Challenge. The challenge provides an opportunity for individuals to showcase ideas and business innovations being developed in rural regions of the United States.

The finalist businesses, chosen from more than 200 applicants, will advance to the next phase of the challenge. They are: Pasturebird, LLC (Temecula, California), a cost-effective method of producing pastured poultry on a large scale. Team lead: Paul Greive; Pulaski Grow (Pulaski, Virginia), an aquaponics facility to provide local youth with job training. Team lead: Lee Spiegel; ScoutPro (Lone Tree, Iowa), software to assist farmers with crop maintenance. Team lead: Michael Koenig; and Senior Move Management (Palmyra, Missouri), customized moving and relocation services for older Americans. Team lead: Suzanne Ellerbrock.

“Strengthening rural America begins with growing entrepreneurship ― business by business,” AFBF President Bob Stallman said. “Helping rural entrepreneurs turn great ideas into successful businesses in their local communities is what this competition is all about.”

After a series of virtual team interviews with 10 semi-finalists, judges chose the four finalists to continue in the challenge. The four challenge finalists will each win $15,000. They will pitch their business ideas to a team of judges at the AFBF 96th Annual Convention in San Diego in January in hopes of winning the Rural Entrepreneur of the Year Award for an additional $15,000, and the Peoples’ Choice Award for $10,000 more. The challenge will provide the finalists with

prize money totaling $85,000 to implement their ideas.

The Farm Bureau Rural Entrepreneurship Challenge is a key component of the Rural Entrepreneurship Initiative, a joint effort between AFBF and the Georgetown McDonough School of Business. The Rural Entrepreneurship Initiative is directly tied to AFBF’s mission of building strong and prosperous agricultural communities.

“REI builds on the strength of Georgetown in entrepreneurship and Farm Bureau’s work building strong rural communities across America,” said Jeff Reid, founding director of the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative.

For more information about the challenge or the finalists, contact Cyndie Sirekis at cyndies@ fb.org or Brynn Boyer at Brynn. boyer@georgetown.edu.

About the American Farm Bureau Federation: Wi t h f a m i l y m e m b e r s a t the county or parish level in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, the American Farm Bureau Federation is the unified national “Voice of Agriculture,” working to enhance and strengthen the lives of rural Americans to build strong, prosperous agricultural communities. AFBF is the nation’s largest and most influential grassroots organization of farm and ranch families. Additional information may be found at www. fb.org. Follow AFBF on Twitter: @ FarmBureau.

About the Global Social Enterprise Initiative: The Global Social Enterprise I n i t i a t i v e a t G e o rg e t o w n ’s McDonough School of Business aims to prepare current and future leaders to make responsible management decisions that yield both economic and social value.

Through practical training for global business leaders, the initiative promotes transformative solutions to and impactful investments in the world’s significant challenges in health and well-being, economic growth,

the environment and international development. Learn more at http:// socialenterprise.georgetown.edu.

About the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative: T h e G e o rg e t o w n Entrepreneurship Initiative, led by founding director Jeff Reid, inspires Georgetown University students to be entrepreneurial, teaches them the entrepreneurial lessons learned by others before them, connects them to useful

resources, and helps them pursue their own unique entrepreneurial interests. The initiative manages an array of courses and extracurricular programs to serve the Georgetown University entrepreneurial community, both within and outside of the McDonough School of Business, and fosters stronger connections to the vibrant Washington, D.C., entrepreneurial community and the Georgetown Alumni Association.

Signature programs include the

Hoya Challenge Business Pitch Competition, the StartupHoyas Incubator, the McDonough School of Business Entrepreneurial Fellowship, the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Alliance, the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Faculty Exchange, Entrepreneurs in Residence, and events such as Georgetown Entrepreneurship Day, the Venture Capital Investment Competition and Global Entrepreneurship Week. Learn more at www.startuphoyas.com.

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The speed-sensing electric power-assist steering made this SUV feel as nimble as a sedan in the church parking lot, Richie’s Diner parking lot as well as maneuvering in Highway 15 traffic to Costco for our monthly shopping trip. The 170-hp Rogue was easy to drive on the highway; the two-speed continuouslyvariable transmission and overdrive seemed to want to cruise all day at 80 mph.

My usual Monday morning meeting was at Z Café in Bonsall this week. The Nissan Rogue handled the straight-aways and elevation changes down Highway 15 south and the curves on Highway 76 with no change in composure, providing a very comfortable commute.

In “Sport” mode, there was adequate power to make passing lane changes; the independent suspension kept the wheels planted firmly providing balanced handling on the many curves. There is a noticeable engine growl on full-throttle acceleration. Warning: the fun factor of “Sport” mode will keep you coming back for more; your gas mileage may be affected. A higher horsepower engine upgrade (like a V6) would be a nice option, but Nissan does not offer one at this time.

Fortunately, I was never in a situation to test the advanced safety features: Forward

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around you; and, of course, the optional seven-inch full color touch screen with voiceactivated navigation and Mobile Apps. The “Quick Comfort” sequential-heated seats were very welcome one cold 47° morning this week.

The nine-speaker Bose audio system with speed-sensitive volume filled the cabin with great sound (like Air1, 91.5 KUSC, Mix 94.1, 94.5 KMYT, 103.3 Rock); it also has a full Sirius XM menu.

The elegantly-designed gauge cluster houses the Advanced Drive-Assist Display that is user-selectable; my preference was the fuel stats display. Dual-zone digital air-conditioning makes sure the wife and I aren’t competing for the temperature control switch.

My favorite techno-feature however, has to be the “Virtual 360° Around View® Monitor” that allows you to see a top view all around the vehicle from four wide-angle cameras.

Wow again – this is stuff you would find in a luxury car!

The second-row was extremely roomy with seats that slide forward and back nine inches . . . and they recline! An optional third-row seat for children makes seating for seven – the only one available in models in this class.

As soon as I brought the Nissan Rogue home, my wife sent me over to her mom’s to pick up a dining room table. The power lift-gate opened to 70 cubic feet of versatile cargo space. The 40/20/40 split bench rear seats folded down easily to accommodate the table. The SUV was also used to easily fit a

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Also includes: Real Estate Home & Garden Classifieds

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REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN

A Farmhouse Christmas at Myrtle Creek Botanical Gardens

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Remember a simpler time, without the crowds and shopping malls, without the stress and anxiety that a modern-day Christmas season can bring? Well, that magical spirit is back at Myrtle Creek Botanical Gardens, only a short drive away, just two miles off Highway I-15.

Find out why this landmark farm is quickly becoming the new destination spot for Southern California residents.

Once you enter the gates of Myrtle Creek you are instantly transformed by the beauty of the gardens nestled in the shade of the

historic oaks. Stroll along the landmark buildings dating back to the 1800s and enjoy a picnic anywhere on the grounds from the organic menu at Café Bloom.

The gardens are now transforming into “A Farmhouse Christmas” for the holidays. Complete with live music and performances every weekend leading up to Christmas.

Myrtle Creek also has Grade A fresh cut Christmas trees, the best you will find in Southern California.

Farmhouse Gift Shop Shop in the Farmhouse Gift

Shop filled with unique gifts and treasures from around the world.

Whether you are looking for that special gift for a friend or family member or a unique Christmas decoration, it can be found in the Farmhouse Gift Shop.

Make your own custom gift box with an assortment of lotions, soaps, candles and chocolates, and we will pack and ship it anywhere in the continental United States.

While shopping, stop in the country kitchen to sample Myrtle Creek’s own jams, jellies, holiday breads and more. Free tastings are offered

every weekend.

Christmas Tree Farm Christmas trees have arrived!

Don’t buy a substandard tree stored

on asphalt at a big box store. Myrtle Creek’s trees are Grade A Denmark Nordmann and Noble Fir, shipped

see CREEK, page D-6

Market at a glance (As of Dec. 1, 2014) TEMECULA (all zip codes)

MURRIETA (92562)

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE / CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

No of Homes Sold

34

37

11

13

27

3

Inventory of Properties Listed

730

658

107

384

235

392

Average Selling Price

$410,897

$397,286

$260,409

$292,369

$308,576

$216,633

Average List Price

$605,277

$511,938

$364,462

$331,137

$337,079

$399,246

Median List Price

$439,900

$375,000

$349,900

$313,846

$329,900

$320,000

Asking Price per Square Foot

$182

$158

$135

$141

$136

$159

Average Days on Market

196

204

192

191

185

199

Most Expensive Listing

$4,800,000

$3,650,000

$999,999

$1,997,000

$695,000

$2,100,000

Least Expensive Listing

$200,000

$240,000

$150,000

$20,000

$175,000

$85,000

Average Age of Listing

16

15

16

17

11

25

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

0%

0%

0%

1%

0%

0%

% of Flip properties (price increase) Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft) Median Number of Bedrooms Median Number of Bathrooms Market Action Index*

0%

0%

0%

1%

0%

0%

2634

2626

2635

2310

2391

2013

6501-8000

6501-8000

8001-10,000

6501-8000

6501-8000

6501-8000

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

4.0

3.0

3.5

3.0

3.0

3.0

3.0

3.0

Buyer (17.6)

Buyer (17.7)

Buyer (17.0)

Buyer (17.6)

Buyer (17.6)

Buyer (17.5)

* 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 12/01/2014. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 11/30/2014. Note: Sun City sales data on MLS is now incorporated into Menifee; this column may be eliminated in future issues. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

Healthy & Beautiful Gardens The winter garden

Linda McDonald-Cash Landscape Designer Hello fellow gardeners! This week we’re getting some rain – yay! So with the chillier fall weather here, maybe more rain, it’s feeling more like fall heading into winter – and that’s a good thing.

However, many people forget about the fact that they still have a living breathing garden out there that they could be enjoying – at least from the window! I’d like to talk about some plants that shine in cooler weather, and it’s nice to include some of these in any garden because even though we live

in Southern California, it’s NOT always summer is it?

I’ve talked about “fall color” in previous articles as well as Bulbs, such as Paperwhites, Amaryllis and Hyacinths, which I hope you’re forcing some inside right now like I am – they’re going to be so pretty

by Christmas in their pots in the house. It’s still not too late to plant outside and this is why I’d like to discuss this topic today, so you can get out there now and see what’s available for planting. The days are still fairly warm, the nights are cool but not freezing, and with the rains, the plants will do very well and start rooting quickly for you.

Although I don’t use them much in my design work, annuals are great for seasonal color and readily available at nurseries year round.

One of my favorites are pansies – I love all the varieties and colors available and you can either plant them out in beds, or make some beautiful large planting arrangements in pots with other plants added in such as clumping grasses for contrast.

Ornamental kale is available at most nurseries and a striking plant

A beautiful Sasangua Camellia in bloom now.

that looks great alone, grouped in a border or again, in a pot mixed with other plants, possibly those pansies you just got! There are many cool

season veggies that you can purchase in six-packs such as broccoli, kale, peas, and cauliflower still that will make it IF we don’t get

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an early frost, but you can always cover them if frost is predicted

see GARDEN, page D-4

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 155 closed transactions for 11/24 through 11/30/14.

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Murrieta Chamber of Commerce’s "Medium Size Business of the Year" City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Anza

59550 Anzanita Lane

$138,000

1344

3BR

2BA

Canyon Lake

30369 Longhorn Drive

$405,000

2702

4BR

3BA

22883 Green Pine Road

$515,000

3432

5BR

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

70

28410 Stoney Point Cove

$366,495

2984

6BR

4BA

99

8

29814 Boathouse Cove

$377,459

2998

4BR

3BA

30

4BA

91

29735 Kempe Circle

$529,000

2406

4BR

3BA

1714 Santiago Way

$24,500

800

890 Ramona Street

$79,900

980

2BR

2BA

61

24909 Madison Avenue

$179,333

1232

3BR

2BR

1BA

58

24909 Madison Avenue

$188,000

1232

3BR

43195 Andrade Avenue

$95,000

2109

2BR

2BA

8

24756 New Clay Street

$210,150

1560

575 Sabado Court

$99,900

977

2BR

2BA

42

$245,000

1411

25938 Fairview Avenue

$130,000

1306

4BR

2BA

51

24652 Ambervalley Avenue

766 Via Casitas Drive

$153,000

1166

2BR

2BA

8

38517 Glen Abbey Lane

$270,000

1685

2BR

1126 Bottle Tree Way

$160,000

1161

2BR

2BA

21

24016 Huntridge Drive

$389,000

2447

25220 Allspice Street

$160,000

1234

2BR

2BA

32

23760 Sierra Oak Drive

$275,000

1277

2880 Weymouth Court

$161,000

1946

4BR

3BA

15

24538 Calle San Vincente

$280,000

26094 Lawton Court

$165,000

1008

3BR

2BA

41

39978 Corte Lorca

41799 Vanchelle Court

$168,000

1663

3BR

2BA

107

3642 Sydney Street

$175,000

1422

3BR

2BA

20

520 Boston Street

$186,000

1561

3BR

2BA

32

3147 Wimbledon Way

$213,000

1856

3BR

2BA

16

2704 Lancaster Avenue

$219,000

2299

4BR

3BA

125

1475 Apple Blossom Way

$224,000

1759

4BR

2BA

121

3173 Avon Place

$225,000

2299

4BR

3BA

146

1456 Dusty Hill Road

$227,000

1567

4BR

3BA

66

42165 Carnegie Avenue

$240,200

2019

3BR

2BA

19

26801 Oxford Court

$246,000

2333

4BR

2BA

8

4321 DU CANE Street

$290,000

2675

4BR

3BA

8

40901 Gibbel Road

$308,897

1926

3BR

3BA

40

41840 Gibbel Road

$320,000

2448

3BR

3BA

528

4851 Lincoln Avenue

$330,000

2646

4BR

3BA

253

Idyllwild

52941 Stonewood Canyon Drive

$145,000

576

2BR

1BA

129

Lake Elsinore

32573 WILDFLOWER Drive

$263,900

1911

3BR

3BA

53197 Beales Street

$272,000

2613

5BR

29456 Tours Street

$315,000

2300

1116 Monroe Street

$117,000

17630 Sutherland Avenue 35025 El Dorado Street

Hemet

Menifee

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Temecula

21885 BUENA VISTA

$740,000

3100

4BR

4BA

240

40110 Cannes Court

$275,000

1272

3BR

2BA

91

70

40262 Ayer Lane

$315,000

1921

3BR

3BA

122

2BA

237

40206 Ayer Lane

$333,900

1684

3BR

3BA

110

2BA

27

39342 Seraphina Road

$336,000

2675

3BR

3BA

110

3BR

2BA

29

28440 Plymouth Way

$375,000

1936

3BR

3BA

33

3BR

3BA

90

39191 Trail Creek Lane

$429,984

2692

4BR

4BA

32

3BA

113

29040 Bridgehampton Road

$491,000

2806

4BR

3BA

10

4BR

3BA

46

43135 Corte Landeros

$259,900

1069

3BR

2BA

60

3BR

2BA

69

43189 Barsanti Drive

$300,000

1430

3BR

2BA

83

2084

4BR

3BA

21

32835 Fermo Court

$329,000

1621

3BR

3BA

42

$290,000

1435

2BR

2BA

136

32148 Corte Carmona

$423,000

2918

5BR

3BA

40

39544 Crystal Lake Court

$295,000

1853

4BR

3BA

13

41834 Camino De La Torre

$435,000

2539

4BR

2BA

31

24563 WESTHAVEN Court

$296,500

1816

3BR

2BA

19

30366 Calle Halcon

$470,000

2200

4BR

3BA

89

41157 Marseille Court

$300,000

2470

4BR

3BA

59

33037 Topeka Court

$650,000

3667

5BR

4BA

72

24185 Calle Artino

$320,000

2010

3BR

2BA

6

44649 La Paz Road

$164,900

980

2BR

2BA

40

41020 Arron Court

$349,900

2869

3BR

2BA

43

33503 Winston Way

$255,000

1408

3BR

2BA

13

39655 Ashland Way

$382,000

3580

5BR

3BA

115

31631 Chelsea Way

$256,000

1172

3BR

3BA

66

38201 Via Del Largo

$130,000

1248

2BR

2BA

22

33433 Emerson Way

$260,000

1532

2BR

2BA

100

26444 Arboretum Way

$142,500

787

1BR

1BA

3

44868 Corte Sierra

$300,000

1491

3BR

2BA

57

26348 Arboretum Way

$170,500

890

2BR

2BA

99

44562 Johnston Drive

$302,000

1345

3BR

3BA

49

26433 Arboretum Way

$173,000

1031

2BR

2BA

51

31569 Six Rivers Court

$319,900

1803

3BR

3BA

95

37221 Tucana Place

$270,000

1636

3BR

3BA

94

45870 Daviana Way

$320,000

2093

3BR

3BA

101

25231 Parkcrest

$288,000

1700

3BR

3BA

31

33133 Romance Place

$345,000

2005

4BR

3BA

7

28357 Bruning Street

$306,000

2343

4BR

3BA

7

31943 Bitterroot Court

$385,000

2976

4BR

3BA

159

35789 Wolverine Lane

$315,000

2520

4BR

3BA

192

45901 Classic Way

$400,000

2142

3BR

2BA

173

30778 Evian Drive

$325,000

1849

4BR

3BA

90

45491 Hawk Court

$412,000

3130

4BR

4BA

167

37250 Moonbeam Court

$325,000

1916

3BR

3BA

88

32473 Francisco Place

$460,000

3113

5BR

3BA

13

162

29731 Ski Ranch Street

$336,000

3455

5BR

4BA

281

43125 Ormsby Road

$699,900

3337

4BR

3BA

11

3BA

16

26730 Trafalgar Way

$345,000

2284

3BR

2BA

116

33905 Pauba Road

$849,000

3136

4BR

4BA

70

5BR

3BA

57

34043 Pamplona Avenue

$347,500

3235

5BR

5BA

52

36410 Calle Puerta Bonita

$899,000

3330

5BR

6BA

3

1125

3BR

2BA

10

29628 Hubble Way

$365,000

3000

4BR

3BA

47

37075 Remuda Drive

$150,000

1440

2BR

2BA

131

$190,000

1432

3BR

2BA

52

34583 Low Bench Street

$376,000

2343

3BR

2BA

67

38925 De Portola Road

$705,000

3000

4BR

4BA

107

$405,000

2418

3BR

2BA

172

27925 Starfall Way

$380,000

3147

4BR

3BA

69

30655 Feather Court

$325,000

1697

4BR

3BA

47

15462 Orange Street

$203,000

1729

4BR

3BA

72

39986 Avenida Palizada

$399,950

2538

5BR

3BA

26

33423 Barley Lane

$112,500

1488

3BR

2BA

6

1039 Meadowlake Lane

$259,900

1708

4BR

2BA

5

39269 Via Belleza

$410,000

2608

3BR

3BA

61

24195 Magnolia Road

$175,000

1056

3BR

4BA

145

16531 Badalona Street

$260,000

2197

3BR

3BA

39

33844 Salvia Lane

$417,000

4043

5BR

4BA

52

24585 Cornstalk Road

$180,000

1440

2BR

2BA

11

277 Pennsylvania Street

$285,000

1975

3BR

2BA

79

33692 Salvia Lane

$420,000

3442

5BR

3BA

42

34056 Harrow Hill Road

$214,000

1920

3BR

2BA

176

15290 Madrone Court

$310,000

2000

4BR

3BA

41

27258 Sierra Madre Drive

$3,863,265

3816

6BR

5BA

48

33130 Dial Road

$215,000

1680

3BR

2BA

25

29925 Cross Hill Drive

$120,000

768

2BR

1BA

132

28916 Sandy Avenue

$325,000

2537

3BR

3BA

121

32600 Gruwell Street

$225,000

1280

3BR

2BA

28

28941 Olympia Way

$135,000

992

2BR

1BA

0

901 Clover Street

$158,000

1525

3BR

2BA

43

34461 The Farm Road

$231,000

1584

4BR

2BA

23

28060 Lemonwood Drive

$220,500

1299

3BR

2BA

96

1564 Nice Court

$180,500

2049

4BR

3BA

11

32740 Bryant Street

$243,000

1898

3BR

4BA

1

29806 Camino Cristal

$238,240

1777

4BR

3BA

66

1419 Lynden Trails Drive

$264,900

2690

5BR

3BA

122

23200 Twinflower Avenue

$260,000

1690

4BR

2BA

97

26397 Sosa Court

$265,000

1954

4BR

2BA

125

26440 Cedar Crest Drive

$185,000

1518

3BR

2BA

63

33703 Cherry Street

$266,000

1770

4BR

3BA

90

29444 Riptide Drive

$275,000

1662

3BR

2BA

33

29485 Greenhill Drive

$264,900

1908

4BR

2BA

76

33311 Windtree Avenue

$360,000

2246

4BR

3BA

81

27614 Camino Bella

$280,000

1835

4BR

3BA

51

27327 Prominence Road

$200,000

1318

2BR

2BA

101

23276 Wild Horse Court

$383,000

3210

5BR

4BA

30

29897 Sea Breeze Way

$288,000

3267

6BR

3BA

290

29568 Peacock Mountain Drive

$289,000

2828

4BR

3BA

69

28223 Blossomwood Court

$291,000

2100

4BR

3BA

51

30152 Shoreline Drive

$295,000

1746

3BR

3BA

46

28340 Long Meadow Drive

$301,500

2091

2BR

2BA

269

29556 Pleasant Paseo

$305,000

2214

3BR

3BA

77

31375 Highland Court

$315,000

2221

4BR

3BA

194

29123 Boulder Crest Way

$325,000

2663

4BR

4BA

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Oh, before I forget! If you love those flowering beauties called “Sweet peas” as much as I do, buy some seeds now and get them in the ground pronto! Soak the seeds overnight first, then plant the next day, make sure the ground doesn’t completely dry out ever and you should have plants flowering within a few months – they LOVE cool weather, they smell wonderful and you can also purchase seeds that are called “bush or knee hi” variety that don’t climb and ramble everywhere – one of my favorite old-fashioned flowers and intoxicating to cut a bunch and bring into the house in late winter/early spring!

For larger permanent plants/ shrubs I would have to recommend Camellias. They bloom at differing times depending on variety, but most bloom around January when not much else is happening in the garden, and they are the equivalent in beauty to roses, which are NOT happening in January. They DO require semi-shady area as they do NOT like full sun in our zone, so look for a spot, maybe underneath a large tree, or on the side of the house that is shady in the summer – but find at least ONE spot for one or more of these beauties in your landscape.

Too many varieties to just name here, but you can pick out depending on your color and size preferences.

I prefer “Sasanqua” camellias, they seem to be able to take our climate better. They are blooming right now at nurseries so go pick a couple out!

Azaleas are another good plant, many blooming in late winter, but

Ruffled pansy variety does great in cool weather.

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again, they need partial shade and good moisture. Both of these plants prefer a more acidic soil so be sure to add peat moss and sulfur into soil when planting.

There are many beautiful hollies (Ilex) that look beautiful in the winter, with their red berries, and they also do well in partial shade in our climate zone, so that area with quite a bit of shade might suit them

just fine here. Grow at least two of these plants, male and female, they like to be together! Actually the female only has berries and, oddly enough, needs a male around to do this, not sure why……! Blue Girl, Blue Princess along with Blue Boy and Blue Prince are good choices as well as “China Girl” and “China Boy,” which are supposed to be more heat tolerant so look for those.

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The fragrance is incredible and it’s blooming when not much else is, usually around February. Easily available at any nursery, but they DO get large; provide support or let it sprawl if you have the room, possibly down an embankment would look nice — it’s an evergreen vine.

I have noticed many of my aloe varieties that bloomed in spring are just now starting to bloom again; my advice would be to go to a nursery that carries succulents and see what’s blooming or what looks good to you. Just keep in mind the agaves and aloes are the most frost tolerant; sedums, depending on variety, also can take frost.

If you’ve been growing “clumping grasses” as I do, miscanthus, or pennisetums, or any other types, leave them be for now. They add an interesting texture and element in the garden, even if they do look a little worn out. These will be cut down all the way in late winter or early spring, just before the new growth appears.

We’re NOT going to touch those roses yet — mine are still blooming beautifully; we will be cutting those down by 2/3 around February, and there’s a good reason to wait that long. I’ve seen killing frost here in mid-March; if you prune them too soon and the weather warms, new growth may come out in January and then will be killed in February or March, so leave em alone for now.

You’re going to be seeing “Bare Root” plants available at the nurseries soon, if they’re not there already, so I will be discussing that in next week’s article!

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What is the future of the Internet and real estate?

The stress of the purchase and sale negotiation process, jumping through every hoop imaginable just to arrange the financing, or reading and understanding every single document that is several inches thick by the end of the months navigating the windy road known as a transaction, without a professional to guide and share their professional expertise, is just unimaginable to almost everyone.

Then imagine if you’re simultaneously selling one property and buying another and coordinating two escrows at once — it’s just ridiculous to think what that will do to your stress levels.

You can believe that the more information available to the typical consumer will only continue to boggle their minds and ensure that the real estate agent will always be a part of the landscape. It’s true for travel agents and it will always be true for

John Occhi & Mike Mason Special to the Valley News There is no doubt that the Internet has literally changed everyone on this planet, one way or another. There have been many life changing events that have taken place that would never have happened without the Internet.

For example, how many people do you know who have found love on the Internet? Notice the question was “how many” and not “do you know anyone.” We all do.

There seems to be an overwhelming majority of Americans who use the Internet for everyday tasks, that only a decade ago were only trusted to trained, and often licensed, professionals. Today, the question is who do you know under the age of 70 that does not do some — if not all — of their banking on the Internet? Who stops at a florist anymore when you can go online and pick out a perfect arrangement and have it sent anywhere — just by looking online and pulling out your credit card? Wait, what’s that — you have your payment options stored on your computer or smartphone so you don’t even have to be inconvenienced looking for a credit card.

So yes, the Internet has not only touched every one of us but typically changes the way we live today, in so many ways.

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The truth is that buying and selling real estate is the single largest financial transaction most Americans will ever make. It is stressful, time

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There are dozens if not a hundred or more intermediate steps that each can potentially blow up in your face and force you to start all over again.

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NOT ALL CHANGE IS GOOD Sure, change happens — the only constant we share as a society is change. We all get that. There is the really creepy stuff that goes on — anyone who has ever seen an episode of Datelines, “To Catch a Predator” knows what we’re talking about. But there are other changes as well, much less subtle.

For example, 10 or 15 years ago, everyone had pretty much written off travel agents because they had been replaced by websites like Expedia, Orbitz and Hotels.com. After all, who didn’t like the idea of clicking the mouse a half dozen times and planning the perfect family vacation in the comfort of their own home, at any hour of the day and saving hundreds of dollars doing it? Seemed so simple.

Today though, you may notice that real bona fide travel agents are back.

Sure, they may be working from home and not in expensive retail spaces or professional offices — but real travel agents are available to help you plan your trips for either business or pleasure. Why you ask? Simple, they know what they are doing! They are trained professionals that know about special deals that you’ll never find on your own and they are experienced at trip planning. Even with the commission they earn on each ticket and accommodation they sell you, chances are you’re still saving more money than if you tried to do it all on your own.

YOU HAVE THE TOOLS Today, you and I have equal access to all of the tools we could possibly use to figure out just about any problem we’re faced with. We have more computing power in our smartphones than NASA had to send a man to the moon.

The problem with all of this information and power is now we have the responsibility to use it properly.

How many apps on your phone or programs on your computer do you NOT know how to use properly? So if you can’t master the basic stuff that is given to you, why do people think they can become a self-taught expert in an industry they rarely deal with, just by using some free tools found on the Internet?

Sure, we have access to the airlines, ground transportation and accommodations and every other conceivable website at our disposal; but I for one like having an EXPERT at my disposal that can weed through all of the information and put together a package that I can understand and implement without going crazy. How about you?

The truth is this is what is happening in nearly every industry that the Internet has “fixed.” Sure, you can get some really great deals on books at Amazon, right? But if you are looking for a book on an unfamiliar subject, isn’t it great to go into Barnes and Noble and ask for some assistance?

Personally, I still like the “brick and mortar” business model.

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Rose Care FUNdamentals, December 2014 Preparing for a short winter’s nap Frank Brines Consulting Rosarian One wouldn’t think that the current weather would be leading into a dormant period for our roses. Roses are loving these warm days and cool humid nights.

In fact, some are peaking (or soon will be) producing some of the best blooms since June. If you pruned lightly in September and

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fertilized, it is likely that you are enjoying a showy bloom cycle.

Bouquets of roses may have been on your Thanksgiving table (or at least somewhere in your house). I had three in my house. Providing the current weather pattern continues, you may have some blooms for Christmas/holidays.

After this hot dry Indian summer and recent humid nights, your rose bushes will enjoy a

refreshing shower. Be sure to keep moisture off the blooms to prevent the fungal disease Botrytis. You won’t be wasting water, as the plants absorb moisture through their leaves and other plant structures. The benefit is that the leaf pores will be cleaned and cleared for better transpiration (that is, evaporation from the interior of the leaf) and the shower will help wash away fungal spores and the

dust they thrive in. Besides, the water will fall along the drip line of the plant and absorb into the root zone.

Be sure to monitor your plants as the daytime temperatures have been warm. They still need to be kept hydrated. You want to prepare your roses for a short winter’s nap (dormancy) so DO NOT fertilize until after your major pruning in January or February.

(I’ll cover that next month.)

So, until then, Happy Roses to you!

For more ideas, visit TVRS’ Rose Haven garden at 30592 Jedediah Smith Rd., Temecula, as well as our website at TemeculaValleyRoseSociety.org/ index.shtml. You might also want to visit our section at Meetup.com to find events of interest to you.

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live trees at Myrtle Creek. The friendly staff will help you pick the perfect tree, mount it on your stand for you and load it on your car or truck. Local delivery is also available.

You will also receive, FREE with your fresh cut Christmas tree purchase, 4 feet of fresh hand-woven garland, while supplies last. Use this garland to decorate your fireplace or create tablescapes for your home. The hand woven garland is also sold by the foot for all of your home or business decorating needs.

An assortment of colored poinsettias are also on display and available for purchase.

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While you are visiting Myrtle Creek enjoy a gourmet coffee or hot chocolate along with an organic lunch on the deck of Café Bloom overlooking the lily pond.

Pick up your holiday bread and Myrtle Berry Pie. The Myrtle Berry Pie is made fresh daily with boysenberries and a mix of blueberries and raspberries. Preorder your fresh baked holiday pie or holiday bread by calling 760.728.5340 to ensure availability

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Award-winning cake decorator teaches gingerbread house making workshop Temecula Valley Museum to hold gingerbread house contest Laura Rathbun Staff Writer The Temecula Valley Museum is holding its 2nd annual gingerbread house contest in December. In conjunction with the contest, the museum sponsored a workshop on Nov. 15 to show how fun and easy it is to make gingerbread houses and encourage people to enter the contest.

The free two-hour workshop was presented by Susan Carberry, a professional and award-winning cake decorator who owns The Cake Cottage in Murrieta. She has been featured on the Food Network’s show “Top Five” and TLC’s show “Ultimate Cake Off.” She won the

“Ultimate Cake Off” competition on her second show appearance.

Carberry said she grew up making gingerbread houses and had lots of tips to share as well as a gingerbread cookie recipe.

“It’s a great recipe,” Carberry said as she passed out copies of it to workshop attendees. She also gave them a gingerbread cookie made from the recipe to sample.

Coming up with a design idea for a house is the first and most important part of making it, Carberry said.

“The more creative you are with it, the better your chances of winning,” she added. She suggested looking at gingerbread houses on the Internet for inspiration and patterns to use.

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She said that crushed Jolly Rancher candies could be put in the windows to melt into colored panes and that gingerbread can be baked to have a textured surface with heat resistant molds.

Carberry demonstrated how to make a “whimsical” house that was slightly askew. She already had two sides of it erected on a base and showed how to join the other sides with royal icing.

She used a decorating bag with a size 21 tip to pipe a line of icing at the edges of the pieces and then pressed them together. She placed containers next to the sides to prop them up as they dried. Royal icing dries quickly and hard like glue, Carberry said.

Instead of royal icing, Carberry said isomalt can be used as glue.

It dries clear, not white like royal icing. However, it’s more difficult to apply because it has to be melted and brushed onto pieces. “The cool thing about it is it dries faster than royal icing,” Carberry commented.

After assembling the house, she used Frosted Mini-Wheats cereal to easily create a snowy thatched roof.

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Susan Carberry tells workshop attendees that they can use frosted cereal to make snowy roofs on houses. She props up the sides of her house with containers after using quick drying royal icing to join the sides together.

ing. She suggested using other edible roof coverings such as Necco Wafers, mini marshmallows, gumdrops, peppermints or M&Ms. Once the roof was finished, Carberry rolled out red and green fondant to make a door, window shutters and flower boxes. She used cookie cutters and a design tool to cut and texturize the fondant. She also used a mold to make a fondant sign that said “Merry Christmas” and attached it above the door.

Carberry finished the house by piping fancy scroll designs on it with royal icing and adding a poinsettia and holly in the flower boxes. She highlighted some fondant with edible gold glitter that she’d diluted with lemon extract and brushed on.

Carberry decorated the landscape around the house by slathering on royal icing for snow and adding trees made from ice cream cones covered with green icing.

At the end of the workshop, she gave fondant to attendees and showed them how to make a snowThe Cake Cottage’s Gingerbread Cookie Recipe Makes approximately 3 dozen 4” cookies Ingredients: • 5 ½ to 6 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1 ½ teaspoon salt • 4 teaspoons ground ginger • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar • 2 large eggs • 1 ½ cups unsulfured molasses Directions: Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and spices in a medium

man that they could set in front of their house.

“There’s so many things that you can do,” Carberry said about making gingerbread houses. “Pretty much anything goes.” She advised baking the gingerbread one weekend and then decorating it the next weekend so it wasn’t too much work at one time.

Melinda Utesch of Temecula attended the workshop with her mother, daughter and niece and enjoyed it.

She’s taken decorating classes before with Carberry at her store. “Susan’s great for any class,” she said.

Utesch is considering entering the museum’s contest. “It depends on how well my house turns out,” she said laughing.

For more information on the contest or to enter it, call the museum at (951) 694-6450 or visit www.temeculavalleymuseum.org The entry fee is $5 per house and prizes will be awarded. Entries will be displayed at the museum from December 16 to 21. bowl.

Beat butter and sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the molasses.

Reduce speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture and beat until just combined.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.

Roll out dough for cookies or gingerbread house on parchment paper, cut shapes leaving space between the cookies/ house pieces, then place the parchment paper with cut shapes onto a cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees and rotate pan halfway through baking at about six minutes. Cookies/house pieces should be golden brown around the edges.

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Small dog ok. $900

Temecula

5br + loft/3.5BA, 3 car garage. 1BR/BA down. Pet, on approval. 3269 sf. $2250

Winchester

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VILLAGE PROPERTIES Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated

NEW LISTINGS

HOME BUYS

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Very special Fox Run home. Professionally decorated, pastoral views, quiet site, like new everything. See to believe!

140061661

$495,000

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Move Right In! 4BD, 3.5BA - 3330 Sq. Ft. home with master on lower level. Flexible floor plan.

Newly landscaped, Views on private cul-de-sac location.

140048119 $589,000

The perfect setting for your family and friends and toys. Entertain, relax and enjoy in spacious 3600 SF, 6BD 5BA, home. Refresh in the pool or retreat to the approx 2000 sf finished barn w/HVAC. 140050949 $1,299,000

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The one you’ve been waiting for! Pala Mesa Fairway Villas- end of cul-de-sac- location. Just right with updated kitchen, 2 BD/2BA, den, fireplace, vaulted ceilings, spacious master.

140057575 $398,000

Charming country home, located in central Fallbrook, quiet area, rural atmosphere, lush landscape, covered patio for outdoor living.

Private Master Wing, large living and family area, cozy fireplace. 140040296 $459,000

The Sweet Life! 4945 Sq. Ft 4 BD/ 4.5 BA estate w/864 SF 2 Bd/1BA guest home. Tucked away near end of a cul-de-sac in area of exquisite estate homes. Gourmet kit with all the amenities, FR with access to rear patios/ pool area, fire pit and outdoor kit. La Dolce Vita! 140036985 $1,439,000 The sounds of nature and a seasonal stream surround this very private 4.53 acres of gentle land. Huge graded pad and an approved 3 BD septic layout (needs updating). Mtn views w/end of road location to build your home. Dedicated horse trails accessible from property - Ride In and Ride Out! 140041633 $249,000 Beautiful gird valley lot. 3.08 View Acres.

Approximately 100 avocado trees.

140024814 $239,000

First Time on Market! What’s not to love - rural setting, ornamental flowers on view acreage, attached guest apt. and huge balcony embraces the countryside. Entertain inside or out - the home is set up for both. 140056108 $529,000

SPECIAL EAST RIDGE HOME. Enjoy the peaceful private patio and grounds. Two bedrooms, plus den. Vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, lush grounds with variety of fruit trees.

Gated comm. for 55+. 140047990 $389,000

View lot in quality area of South West Bonsall, 2.76 gentle acres, cool breezes, views too, adjacent 11 acres also available, can be purchased in a package. Don’t wait!

140038822 $265,000

Stunning single level Spanish style 4 bedroom home on 2.63 gentle acres, 3779 sq ft, pool, spa, gated Saratoga Estates, horse trails, BIG views, resort living in Bonsall!

140038801 $1,250,000

OUR COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERITES AGENTS: Don Bennetts Judy Bresnahan

Johnny Faubel Jane Felton Jerry Gordon

Pat Bresnahan Abby Elston Susie Emory

Linda Gordon Tess Hansford Eddie Harrison

Chris Hasvold Cynthia Hauff Jessica Huber

Lorene Johnson Paul Kavanaugh Ruth Kavanaugh

Cathy Kudroshoff Phil Lamb Kay O’Hara

Cheryl Pizzo JoAnn Rapaszky Vicki Robertson

Jordan Rochlis Art Sault Nancy Schrimpf

Tom Van Wie Jennifer Youngren

Donna Shanahan Janice Shannon Geri Sides

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760.803.8377 800.372.0008 SHOWS LIKE A DREAM. Located in the desirable gated 55+ comm. of East Ridge Estates. Spacious floor plan, 3BR, 2.5BA. Formal liv rm w/used brick fplc & sep fam rm. Inviting deck in backyard to take in views & breezes. $399,000

JUST BRING YOUR IMAGINATION! Contrast of blue skies, Rock Mtn & rolling valley are your panoramic views on nearly 2 acres. Tropical plants, palms & fruit trees surround the Mediterranean home. Fenced. $688,000

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A HOME OF GRACIOUS LIVING with over 3500 esf of quality craftsmanship. Designed for indoor outdoor living with beautiful views of the Santa Margarita Valley. $825,000

lassic custom Spanish home Chef ’s kitchen w/slab granite counters. Great room w/multiple seating C areas, wet bar, wood burning fplc. Master suite, balcony !

access. 3BD, 2.5BA, 2758 sf. Bonsall views & schools.

Offered at $695,000.

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For this rambling ranch home in Bella Vista Estates. In need of updating - major clean up of the exterior and interior have been completed, but there is still a ways to go. The home has been painted inside and out. Located in the beautiful Bella Vista Estates, this home has always had great curb appeal.

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Offered at $739,000

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Blue skies, rolling hills, gentle breezes at this Michael Crews built single level home on gentle 2.23 usable acres. Large feasts or intimate dinners for family & friends in chef’s kit.

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