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TEMECULA — The Temecula Public Cemetery District welcomed a large and diverse crowd Saturday, Dec. 13 as community members gathered to observe National Wreaths Across America Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans. see page A-2

Entertainment Young Women rock against disrespect and mistreatment MURRIETA – The Girls Against Abuse and their platinum-selling record producer announce the anticipated arrival of their Volume 6 full-length album dropping January 1, 2026, with the album distributed globally across all major streaming platforms. Fourteen artists from eight states and four countries have collaborated to eagerly encourage, empathize, empower, and inspire their generation by engaging a new audience with edgy heartfelt songs that confront the unique challenges faced by today’s youth.

The new arena-style roof for the Ronald Reagan Sports Park hockey rink will protect players and spectators from direct sunlight and extreme heat.

Valley News/Courtesy photo TEMECULA – The City of Temecula reports that the major renovation of the hockey rink at Ronald Reagan Sports Park, a project designed to enhance

safety, comfort, and year-round usability at one of the city’s most popular outdoor recreation facilities, is nearing completion.

Planned improvements include

the installation of new, high-performance rink flooring and the addition of a modern, arena-style roof structure with new bleachers and ADA-compliant improve-

Education Menifee Union School District announces 20252026 District Educators of the Year

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MENIFEE – The Menifee Union School District Board of Education proudly announces the recipients of the 2025-2026 District Educators of the Year awards, recognizing nine outstanding individuals for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success.

ments. The covered roof will protect players and spectators from direct sunlight and extreme heat,

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The City of Temecula announced the winners of the 2025 Santa’s Electric Light Parade following the annual holiday event held Friday, Dec. 5, in Old Town Temecula.

Nearly 100 illuminated parade entries participated, drawing residents and visitors to the streets for the city’s long-running holiday tradition. The parade featured festively decorated floats, vehicles, and groups celebrating the season.

“The City of Temecula Community Services Department would like to thank everyone who participated and those who came out to watch this annual tradition showcasing Temecula’s community pride while spreading light and cheer,” the department said in a statement.

The 2025 Santa’s Electric Light Parade winners were announced in the following categories: see PARADE, page A-5

Jessica Alexander voted in as Temecula Mayor, Rahn as Mayor Pro Tem Julie Reeder Publisher

Councilwoman Jessica Alexander will serve as Temecula’s Mayor for 2026.

The Temecula City Council unanimously selected Jessica Alexander to serve as mayor for 2026, with Council Member Matt Rahn chosen as mayor pro tempore, during its regular meeting Tuesday evening, Dec. 9, 2025.

Alexander, who currently serves as mayor pro tempore, was elevated to the city’s top leadership role by a 5–0 vote.

Rahn will serve as mayor pro tem and assume mayoral duties in Alexander’s absence. Their one-year terms begin Jan. 1 and run through Dec. 31, 2026.

Following the vote, Alexander thanked her fellow council mem-

bers and said she looked forward to the year ahead, emphasizing collaboration, professionalism and a shared commitment to the community.

“It is a profound honor to serve as mayor,” Alexander said.

“I approach this responsibility grounded in service and shared hope for 2026.”

Alexander was first elected to the Temecula City Council in 2020 and re-elected in 2024. A Marine veteran and former New York Police Department officer, she has been a strong advocate for public safety, infrastructure improvements and maintaining Temecula’s high quality of life.

Her priorities include protecting safe neighborhoods, preserving the city’s parks and see MAYOR, page A-2

Councilwoman Jessica Alexander will serve as Temecula’s Mayor for 2026.

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Wreaths Across America Day draws large crowd to Temecula Public Cemetery TEMECULA — The Temecula Public Cemetery District welcomed a large and diverse crowd Saturday, Dec. 13 as community members gathered to observe National Wreaths Across America Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans.

The ceremony, held Saturday morning at the Temecula Public Cemetery, began with a formal program emphasizing the national mission of Wreaths Across America: to Remember the Fallen, Honor Those Who Serve, and Teach the Next Generation the value of freedom. Following the ceremony, volunteers of all ages participated in the laying of remembrance wreaths on veterans’ graves throughout the cemetery.

This year’s effort focused on honoring all veterans laid to rest at the cemetery. Thanks to community support, the Temecula Cemetery received 360 wreaths, ensuring every veteran’s grave was marked. An additional 44 wreaths will be carried over for use next year.

According to cemetery officials, the event drew one of the largest turnouts in recent years.

“This year’s Wreaths Across America event drew one of the largest crowds since COVID,” said Cindi Beaudet, General Manager of the Temecula Public Cemetery District. “We were happy to see so many young volunteers from Scouts to Naval Cadets. The learning experience for these young ones comes from education and hands-on volunteering. We really appreciate their service to the community.”

Families, veterans’ groups, youth organizations, and individual volunteers worked together to place wreaths with care and respect, pausing to say each veteran’s name aloud as part of the national tradition to ensure no one is forgotten.

Wreaths Across America is observed annually each December at participating cemeteries across the country, using the holiday season as a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by U.S. veterans.

The Temecula event once again highlighted the strong sense of community support and remembrance that continues to grow year after year.

Guest Speaker Lt. Col.Bonnie Casler, CAP, USAF Auxiliary, Daughters of the American Revolution, Luiseno Chapter, speaks during the opening remarks of the event.

Temecula Cemetery District Chairman Patricia Kelleher leads the Pledge of Allegiance with American Heritage Girls Troop 1321 Temecula, who also presented the colors.

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A wreath is placed on a veteran’s grave during the Wreaths Across America Day at Temecula Public Cemetery.

[Right] A wreath for a Navy veteran is on display before being placed on a grave.

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family-friendly amenities, and safeguarding the rural character of Temecula’s equestrian areas, as well as the community’s scenic identity from Old Town to Temecula Valley Wine Country.

“Temecula’s success lies in its extraordinary people,” Alexander said. “I am dedicated to working collaboratively and diligently alongside my council colleagues for the well-being of our city and all its residents.”

Rahn was also unanimously selected to serve as mayor pro tempore for 2026.

In additional action, the council appointed Council Member James Stewart as president and Council Member Zak Schwank as vice president of the Temecula Community Services District for the coming year.

As is customary in Temecula, the mayor and mayor pro tempore are selected annually by the City Council from among its members rather than through a public election. The new leadership will be formally installed at the first City Council meeting in January, when committee and board assignments for 2026 are also expected to be finalized.

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Lake Elsinore City Council selects Magee as 2026 Mayor, Sheridan as 2026 Mayor Pro Tem LAKE ELSINORE — At the final City Council meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the Lake Elsinore City Council selected Robert “Bob” Magee to serve as Mayor for 2026 and Timothy J. Sheridan to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. The selection of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem occurs annually in December through a vote of the City Council.

Magee represents District 5, which includes the Summerly community and the Downtown

Bob Magee to serve as Lake Elsinore’s 2026 Mayor. Valley News/Courtesy photo

area. He was first elected to the Lake Elsinore City Council in 2003 and has served seven previous terms as Mayor. Over his tenure, Magee has worked on initiatives related to public safety, transportation, lake and watershed issues, and the development of parks and recreation facilities.

His regional experience includes past leadership roles with the Riverside County Transportation Commission.

“I look forward to a great year ahead. We’ve had many success-

ful years behind us, and I look forward to continuing to work with the City Council to serve our community,” Magee said.

Sheridan represents District 3, which covers the Tuscany Hills and Canyon Hills areas. He has served on the City Council since his election in 2018. Sheridan also serves as a member of the Riverside Transit Agency Board (RTA). As Mayor Pro Tem, he will carry out the Mayor’s responsibilities when needed.

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serve as the presiding and alternate officers of the City Council.

The positions do not include additional legislative authority but support meeting facilitation, ceremonial duties, and representation on various regional assignments.

Regular City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lake Elsinore Cultural Center, 183 North Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.

RINK from page A-1 while also helping maintain cooler surface temperatures during the summer months. In addition, the structure will reduce glare, limit weather-related damage, and create a safer, more comfortable environment for users of all ages.

City officials say the roof will significantly extend the rink’s usability throughout the year, making it more accommodating for tournaments, youth leagues, and family recreation. By shielding participants from UV exposure and inclement weather, the renovated rink will be more inclusive and accessible for the community.

The renovation project carries an estimated cost of $4.12 million and is currently under construction. Electrical work, including interior and exterior lights, camera, fans, and scoreboard instal-

Construction on the hockey rink at Ronald Reagan Sports Park is scheduled to be finished by early 2026.

Valley News/Courtesy photos lation, is complete, according to a Department of Public Works project status report from Dec. 9.

Dasher boards are installed and cap rail and plexiglass are currently being installed. Concrete work is about 90% complete with the only remaining concrete being the

ramp and stairs from the parking lot to the rink. Landscaping will proceed once the concrete work is completed.

The project aligns with Temecula’s Quality of Life Master Plan and its core value of fostering a healthy and livable city. Once

Concrete work is close to completion at the new hockey rink. completed, the upgraded hockey rink is expected to serve as a stateof-the-art facility that strengthens community connections while

promoting wellness and active lifestyles for residents and visitors alike.

Moving from Temecula to Murrieta moves Santa and Mrs. Claus to San Diego Joe Naiman Special to Valley News From 2021 to 2024, Santa and Mrs. Claus opened their home in Temecula to the public for photos with Santa. The couple, whose actual names are Mark Sharp and Lynda Bacon, moved from Temecula to Murrieta in April 2025.

Since their new residence wasn’t ready for photos with Santa this

year, Santa and Mrs. Claus accepted an offer to spend two evenings at the RB Christmas House in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego.

Santa and Mrs. Claus made their debut at the RB Christmas House on December 6. They will return from 5 to 8 p.m. December 20.

“We enjoy Christmas,” Bacon said. “We love Christmas and what it represents.”

Sharp was raised in Valley Center. Bacon was raised in Escondido. They have been married for 13 years and moved from Escondido to Temecula in 2017.

Bacon and Sharp became Santa and Mrs. Claus in 2021. “We opened our house up to the public for kids to get their pictures of Santa. There were a lot of people who weren’t able to get pictures of Santa during the first year of

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Valley News/Heather Rachael photo COVID,” Bacon said. “I wasn’t about to have my granddaughter go without pictures of Santa.”

That granddaughter is now 6 and was 2 at the time. Sharp acquired a Santa Claus suit. “It was perfect on him,” Bacon said.

The new home prevented Santa and Mrs. Claus from hosting photos in Riverside County this year.

“We just moved, and we’re still in the process of unpacking. We both work full-time jobs,” Bacon said.

Bacon added that she has also been spending time with her granddaughter. “We might do something next year,” she said.

The Rancho Bernardo house owned by Marco and Rachael Perez becomes the RB Christmas House in December with dozens of uniquely decorated Christmas trees. This is the third year the Pacato Court home is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays (it will not be open to the public on Sunday, December 21, or after Christmas) and the first year with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

“We have trees and décor for all ages,” Rachael Perez said.

“Each one of them is uniquely decorated.”

Bacon works in escrow. Perez has been one of Bacon’s clients.

“I’ve known about it for several years,” Bacon said of the RB Christmas House. “I’ve never been able to go because we were always doing the Santa at my house.”

The RB Christmas House had 135 trees on Dec. 6, and each of those trees was decorated in a different theme. “We decorate to the nines, and a couple of nights a year we open it up to our friends and neighbors,” Perez said.

Last year, when nearly 1,000 visitors enjoyed the RB Christmas House, 109 Christmas trees were each decorated in a different theme. “Added a few new styles of trees,” Perez said.

The family has lived in their house for 15 years. They began their public Christmas tree decoration project in 2023. “I wanted to give something back to the

community,” Perez said. “We really wanted to do something to bring the joy back into Christmas.”

Perez explained that many Christmas events have become commercialized. “I want this to be a true Christmas event,” she said.

Some neighborhoods throughout San Diego County have elaborate Christmas light displays on most houses in the street or neighborhood. The Perez family opted for indoor visits. “It’s not about lights. It’s about trees,” she said.

Perez was born and raised in San Diego and remembers when venues had decorated Christmas trees without commercial activity. She and her husband sought to replicate that in their house. “It’s a little bit of how I felt when I walked into those places,” she said.

The RB Christmas House had 42 trees in 2023. The family began collecting ornaments and other items to decorate trees 2 1/2 years ago. “I do my best to find unique pieces,” Perez said.

“We have unique and fun décor,” Perez said. “My goal is to have something for everybody.”

Some of the items were donated after people found out about the RB Christmas House. That has benefits other than reducing the Perez family’s acquisition time and expenses. “It allows them to be seen again,” Perez said.

Perez also makes some of the décor.

“I think we can find a way to be a blessing,” Perez said.

The décor includes a bell that plays 25 different songs.

Decorating the RB Christmas House, which includes removing non-Christmas items in the lower‑level rooms used for the displays, takes the Perez family approximately six months.

“It all ties together so that it has a good flow and you don’t get overwhelmed,” Perez said.

The trees range in height from one to twelve feet. Those vulnerable to the weather are inside the see CLAUS, page A-5

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LOCAL NEWS PARADE from page A-1 Auto – Inland Jeep Freeks Auto Commercial – Club Anywhere - Music, Lighting & Games Band (Middle School) – Thompson Middle School Band Band (High School) – The Spirit of Great Oak AND Paloma Valley High School Float – Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center Float Commercial – Re-Bath Marchers – Asia Pacific Culture & Education Association Specialty – Supreme Dance Center

Thompson Middle School won the “Middle School Band” category for this year’s Santa’s Electric Light Parade.

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Paloma Valley High School’s band wins the “High School Band” category of Santa’s Electric Light Parade.

Religious – Living Nativity (St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church) Overall Winner – Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center Photos of all parade entries are available on the City of Temecula’s Flickr account at TemeculaCA.gov/Flickr.

The Spirit of Great Oak band shares the win for “High School Band” with Paloma Valley High School.

Re-Bath wins the “Commercial Float” category.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center took home two wins, for best float and overall winner.

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Expenses include electricity as well as trees and decorations. “I scrimp on my electric bill all year long so I can have a big credit by December,” Perez said.

Cookies and hot cocoa are provided to visitors free of charge.

“People can chip in for the cookies,” Perez said.

Contributions for the cookies and cocoa are accepted but not required. “I don’t allow any vendors,” Perez said.

Perez added that subsidizing the public visits augments the spirit of the holiday. “Christmas is a time of giving,” she said. “We just want to bring the joy back to Christmas.”

Last year up to 50 people at a

time visited the house at the culde-sac end of Pacato Court. “They can all park on the street,” Perez said. “It’s generally not bad.”

The neighbors have been supportive of the activity on the street.

“The community seems to love it,” Perez said.

Perez invited Sharp and Bacon to the RB Christmas House this year. “I had to check and make sure that the schedule worked for both my husband and myself and for our granddaughter,” Bacon said.

Their only other Santa and Mrs. Claus appearance this year was Dec. 4 at a Tribal event on the Pala Indian Reservation.

Sharp and Bacon were at the RB Christmas House from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. December 6. “I thought that it went really well,” Bacon said.

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The Perez family also allows senior facility residents to visit the house when it is not open to the public.

“We’re hoping to use this as an opportunity to be a blessing to our community,” Perez said. “It brings me great joy to see their joy.”

Joe Naiman can be reached at jnaiman@reedermedia.com.

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Mikayla Sanborn and Jason Brawner with platinum record received for a previous Girls Against Abuse album. Sanborn has been the primary backup vocalist and production assistant on the past two albums.

Valley News/Kelly Hodges photo MURRIETA – The Girls Against Abuse and their platinum-selling record producer announce the anticipated arrival of their Volume 6 full-length album dropping January 1, 2026, with the album distributed globally across all major streaming platforms. Fourteen artists from eight states and four countries have collaborated to eagerly encourage, empathize, empower, and inspire their generation by engaging a new audience with edgy heartfelt songs that confront the unique challenges faced by today’s youth.

Recognize Resist & Recover is the mantra of this Murrieta-based music charity who has been at the forefront of the national dialogue of the prevention and intolerance of abuse towards women and youth since 2009. Their founder and

multi-award winning producer, Jason Brawner states, “By creating an acute sensitivity in young people to the first signs of disrespect that quickens to duress, we hope to stop abuse for generations to come.”

Jordan Blair, who is a featured artist on albums 5 and 6 and the upcoming volume 7, said, “Our album embraces vulnerability and encourages people to hold grace for themselves, even in their darkest times. In a fast-paced world, our album gives us all a much-needed reminder to slow down, take a breath, and reconnect with our truths.”

Each of the six Girls Against Abuse albums features a different assemblage of female artists who see ROCK, page A-7

Movie review: ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ Bob Garver Contributor

Since this weekend’s highest-grossing as-yet-unreviewed theatrical film, 205-minute Indian actioner “Dhurandhar,” is playing on only 377 screens in the entire country, I thought I’d take this opportunity to review something a little more accessible. “Wake Up Dead Man” is the third installment of Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out” mystery franchise. Like its predecessor “Glass Onion,” “Wake Up Dead Man” is treating fans to a brief theatrical run to supplement its December 12th Netflix debut.

As with the original “Knives Out” from 2019, the whodunit largely follows a character so likely to be the killer that they start to suspect themselves. Jud Duplenticy (Josh O’Connor) is the assistant pastor at Our Lady of Perpetual Fortitude Church in upstate New York, having been assigned there as punishment for punching a rude deacon at his old church. He clashes with head pastor Monsignor Jefferson Wicks (Josh Brolin) over the church leader’s tendency to verbally browbeat unfamiliar parishioners until they leave. Duplenticy wants people to feel welcome in the church, and he also takes issue with Wicks’ drinking, greed, and general corruption. A rivalry and power struggle develop between the two, and it seems like control of both the church and the souls of Wicks’ inner circle are on the line.

Wicks’ inner circle consists of lawyer Vera Draven (Kerry Washington) and her adopted brother Cy (Daryl McCormack), doctor Nat Sharp (Jeremy Renner, sadly making no reference to the actor lending his name to a brand of hot sauce in “Glass Onion”), washed-up sci-fi author Lee Ross (Andrew Scott), disabled cellist Simone Vivane

(Cailee Spaeny), church groundskeeper Samson Holt (Thomas Haden…

Church, appropriately), and longtime church assistant Martha Delacroix (Glenn Close). These people and Duplenticy are the only ones near the pulpit during a Good Friday service when Wicks is found murdered in a closet off to one side. And the one who went closest to the closet during the service was Duplenticy.

Local police chief Geraldine Scott (Mila Kunis) decides that the case is too bizarre for her department to solve on their own. So she reaches out to an… outside resource. In comes private investigator and franchise face Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig).

Although Blanc can’t exactly rule out Duplenticy as a suspect, he’s a good enough judge of character to know that the kindhearted redemption-seeker probably didn’t kill Wicks, even if the evidence says otherwise. Still, both Blanc and Duplenticy have a job ahead of them, uncovering layer after layer of secrets involving illegitimate children, a crazed mother, a missing family fortune, more deaths, and a person in a pastoral robe emerging from a sealed mausoleum containing the recently-deceased body of Wicks and the skeletal remains of his grandfather. Did a Dead Man truly Wake Up in a Christlike miracle? Devout Duplenticy believes one may have. Atheist Blanc highly doubts it, but then what did happen?

Fans of the “Knives Out” movies (and the similarly-timed Kenneth Branagh Hercule Poirot trilogy) will know to wait patiently for Blanc to unravel the convoluted mystery. For as twisty as these stories are, there’s a loose, but recognizable formula

Valley News/Courtesy photo to them. Characters take turns as prime suspects as lies are uncovered and secrets revealed until likely theories are disproven and the solution has to be something else. The solution, at least as it pertains to the “How?” is never apparent from the outset, so it’s up to the audience to just enjoy the ride, usually courtesy of Blanc and his ridiculous Southern charm. This ride is less fun than the other “Knives Out” movies, with its often-serious looks at faith, betrayal, and forgiveness, and also because it takes Blanc longer than usual to show up. But it’s still fun, and certainly clever enough for me to recommend.

“Wake Up Dead Man” may not be the sharpest of the “Knives Out” franchise, but it fits into the drawer just fine.

Grade: B“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” is now available on Netflix. The film is rated PG-13 for violent content, bloody images, strong language, some crude sexual material, and smoking. Its running time is 144 minutes.

Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@nyu.edu.

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CHILDREN’S EVENTS Now–Dec. 21 – Santa Claus in Old Town. Visit Santa’s cozy cottage during his weekend hours at Pennypickles Workshop, 42081 Main Street, Temecula. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sundays, 1-4 p.m.

ONGOING – MilVet Jr. is a MilVet program for our youngest heroes in training. Meetings take place on the first Tuesday of the month. Locations will vary between the MilVet office and local venues. Activities that focus on learning teamwork, leadership, and community are geared for ages 5-11, but all children are welcome to join. Limited spots available, so sign up at milvet.org/milvetjr.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Now–Jan. 4 – Winterfest in Wine Country at Galway Downs, 38801 Los Corralitos Rd., Temecula. Santa, holiday movies (Fri-Sun), carolers, kids zone, roller skating, holiday crafts, food, vendors, full bar, music, dancing & more! Ice skating daily. More info and tickets at winterfestinwinecountry.com.

Dec. 18 – Downtown Murrieta Market Nights. Support local small businesses and stroll along Washington Avenue. Visit the Alleyway at Juniper & Washington to browse local artists’ works as well as live music and dance performers. More information at https://murrietamarketnights.com.

Dec. 18 – 7 p.m. Glade Jul: A Program of Scandinavian Christmas Music presented by Southern CA Damekor, at Temecula Music Teacher, 27649 Commerce Center Dr., Temecula. Free admission.

Donations welcome. For more information, call director Lynne Bradley at 760-505-8758.

Dec. 22 – 3 p.m. Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: Friends and Family Edition at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square, Murrieta.

All ages welcome. Bring your own team of up to 4 members or team up with others for a fun-filled afternoon. Each team will receive a 500-piece puzzle and have 90 minutes to complete it. The first team to finish will win an Amazon gift card. Space is limited to 8 teams, so registration is required: https://bit. ly/mplclasses, category “Library.”

Dec. 31 – 6-10 p.m. New Year’s Eve Grape Drop at the Civic Center Quad, 41000 Main Street, Temecula. This family-friendly event features an East Coast countdown at 9 p.m. with an animated grape drop in the form of a spectacular drone show. Enjoy live music, delicious food vendors and fun activities for all ages.

ONGOING – Wednesdays, 7 a.m. Grandfathers for Golf is holding weekly fundraiser golf outings at Golden Era Golf Course in San Jacinto (19871 Gilman Springs Road). Cost to play is $25, which includes 18 holes of golf and a golf cart, and supports the Grandfathers for Golf nonprofit that teaches area children golf for free. NOTE: Golden Era will be closed the month of October for reseeding, but Wednesday golf outings will resume in November and run indefinitely.) Book a tee time at 951-604-1312.

ONGOING – Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon. The Sun City Farmers Market meets every Saturday at the Sun City Civic Association at 26850 Sun City Blvd., in Sun City, with local vendors and crafts.

ONGOING – Riverside Transportation Commission is offering Park and Ride lots to connect with carpools, vanpools, and transit systems in Beaumont at 600 E. Sixth Street; in San Jacinto at 501 S. San Jacinto Avenue, and in Temecula at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. but not on weekends.

ONGOING – Line dancing classes are held on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge, 33700 Mission Trail, in Wildomar, across from the Animal Friends of the Valleys. Classes have a DJ with learning levels beginning to intermediate. $5 per lesson. Contact Joyce Hohenadl at 951-674-2159.

ONGOING – Sun City Civic Association Monthly Square Dance sessions are held on Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. at 26850 Sun City Boulevard.

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

800-510-2020 for help.

ONGOING – Saturdays and Sundays only, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Winchester Swap Meet continues at 33280 Newport Road in Winchester. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under the age of 10 has free admission. No dogs allowed.

ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

ONGOING – Temecula’s Farmers Markets are offered in Old Town Temecula on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon, 4100 Main Street in Temecula; at Promenade Temecula, 40640 Winchester Road, outside JCPenney every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Riverside County Public Health orders, the farmers’ markets will be restricted to agricultural products only. Follow the Old Town Temecula Farmers Market on Facebook to stay updated. No pets allowed.

WORKSHOPS & MEETINGS Jan. 6 – 8:30 a.m. Wake Up Menifee. Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce invites residents to join them in partnership with Southwest Healthcare for a morning of valuable education and insights at Rancho Springs Hospital.

At the Conference Center, located inside the Administrative Services Building, 25500 Medical Center Dr., Murrieta. Register online at https://www.menifeevalleychamber.com.

Feb. 28 – 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Master Composter Training Program at Wildomar City Hall, 23873 Clinton Keith Rd., Wildomar. Trainees will explore various home composting methods and acquire the skills to troubleshoot issues and effectively utilize finished compost. Students must attend all 4 Saturday class sessions (Feb. 28, March 14, 21, and 28), read course material, and submit online quizzes. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Year-in-Review ACROSS 1. W.E.B Du Bois’ org.

6. Rascal 9. Ho-hum 13. “Pomp and Circumstance” composer 14. Tropical constrictor 15. Forgo 16. Tequila source 17. + or - atom 18. Reason by deduction 19. *Trade war “weapon,” pl.

21. *2025 MLB World Series winners 23. ____-tzu 24. C&H crop 25. Dunce 28. Western necktie 30. Catch in a snare 35. Ginger cookie 37. Master of his castle 39. Use a razor 40. British slang for donkey 41. Arch and ball locations 43. Winglike 44. March celebrants 46. *Arthur Sze, 2025 ____ Laureate 47. Dam-like structure 48. *Beyoncé’s “Cowboy ____,” 2025 Grammy winner 50. King Kong and Curious George, e.g.

52. Like a fox 53. What Pinocchio did 55. *Florida Panthers won this org.’s ‘25 championship 57. *”Wicked: ____ ____” 61. *Late environmentalist and chimpanzee expert 65. German submarine destroyer 66. *2025 Ryder Cup loser 68. Manuscript sheet 69. Brazilian coins 70. Roll-your-own one, for short 71. To the left, on a boat 72. Orpheus’ instrument 73. Geological time period 74. They are cut by Federal Reserve DOWN 1. At room temperature, bar order 2. Algae, sing.

3. Petri dish filler 4. Raise trivial objections 5. Ready to be assembled 6. Avian wader 7. Farm sound 8. China’s goodwill “____ diplomacy” 9. Collision, onomatopoeically speaking 10. *Taylor Swift’s “The ____ of a Showgirl” 11. Affirm solemnly 12. Third-person possessive pronoun 15. Makes broader 20. Why do they fall in love?

of completion. Register at https:// rcwaste.org/MCT. ONGOING – 10 a.m. The Temecula Valley Republican Women meet each month at the Wilson Creek Winery, 33960 Rancho California Road, Temecula. For questions, please contact info@ tvrwomen.org.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Genealogical Society hosts the Family History Research Assistance Program for those interested in learning more about their family roots. The society offers free research assistance through this volunteer program. Appointments are available in person or via Zoom. Contact the TVGS Family Research Coordinator at tvgs.research.assist@gmail.com.

ONGOING – Temecula’s Path of Honor at the Temecula Duck Pond, 28250 Ynez Road. A program to give a place to remember and honor veterans from the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and the World War II Merchant Marines with a permanent paver. The pavers cost $185.

Orders may be placed year-round and are consolidated, engraved, and placed on the path annually each November. For more information, visit http://TemeculaCA. gov/Veterans or contact the Temecula Community Services Department at 951-694-6480.

ONGOING – Want to help deployed American troops remotely?

Help shop for the most needed items without leaving home, as an easy way to help support deployed men and women by purchasing items remotely and having them delivered to MilVet at designated drop-off locations for packing.

All items on the list are special requests from deployed military men and women. MilVet is a nonprofit organization that holds monthly packaging events at different community locations in the area. For drop-off locations and packaging locations, visit www.milvet.org/ military-care-packages.

ONGOING – Assistance League of Temecula Valley hosts a meeting for its member volunteers and guests every first Tuesday of the month (dark in July) at their facility at 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula at 9:30 a.m. social and 10 a.m. meeting. The meeting room is adjacent to the thrift shop.

Anyone interested in exploring volunteering or learning more about the organization is welcome to attend. Email altemecula@ yahoo.com for more information.

ONGOING – Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets on the third Monday of each month at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 Sixth Street, in Temecula

from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, email gaugustin206@ gmail.com or join the meeting.

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road, in Temecula.

ONGOING – 10-11:30 a.m.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833-349-2054.

ONGOING – Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, a free 12step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia, has meetings throughout the U.S. and the world. Contact 781932-6300, or for local meetings, call 925-321-0170 or visit www. foodaddicts.org.

ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St. Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in plants is welcome. Membership is $10 per year. Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month.

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

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

For new dates, call 760-807-1323 or visit www.MenifeeToastmasters.org for more information.

ONGOING – Homeless veterans can receive free help by dialing 877-424-3838 for 24/7 access to the VA’s services for homeless, at-risk veterans. Chat is confidential for veterans and friends. Visit www.va.gov/homeless.

ONGOING – The Dorland Scribblers meet on the second Sunday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at 36701 Highway 79 South, Temecula. We welcome fiction, non-fiction, poets, memoirs, and screenwriters. We host writing-craft discussions; attendees may read up to a five-minute excerpt from their work for feedback/ critique. RSVP at www.dorlandartscolony.com/sunday-scribblers. html.

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musical performances and public events to be donated to shelters and organizations that provide services for those affected by abuse.”

Singer of the lead single ‘The Core’ Ryan Valenzuela says, “Our Vol. 6 album reminds every generation that we are all doing life together and that each of us has earned a place in this world.” Ryan’s pop/rock anthem, ‘The Core’ is available now on your favorite streaming platforms.

The Girls Against Abuse will be appearing in concert, at community events, schools and hospitals throughout 2026. Updates and information can be found at www.thegirlsagainstabuse.com, Instagram @thegirlsagainstabuse, Twitter/X @GAAMusic Email thegirlsagainstabuse@gmail.com.

Tax-deductible donations can be made on Venmo @TheGirlsAgainstAbuse and PayPal at The Girls Against Abuse Foundation.

‘Girls Against Abuse’ Volumes 1-6 are available on all streaming platforms. CDs, vinyl & cassette available at Amazon, CDBaby and www.thegirlsagainstabuse.com.

have made commitments in their own lives to stand against disrespect and mistreatment. Each of these role model artists has donated a song from their own upcoming album that they are writing with Jason. Volume 6 includes star artists from The Voice, AGT, and American Idol. Jason has been producing artists from all major singing shows since 2002. His various credits include Carrie Underwood, Beyoncé, Hilary Duff, Thompson Square, The Manhattans, and many more.

Erupting with personal experiences, modern themes, and salient melodies, The Girls Against Abuse are poised to be a voice for others around the world navigating today’s unique challenges socially, romantically, personally and economically. Board Member and President of 15 years Bonnie Terk, explains, “Our purpose is to: Raise awareness and education to the public on the issues of teen and domestic violence; To educate and inform through positive messages in music; To raise funds through

22. *Aryna Sabalenka’s seed 24. Auto contents 25. Pertaining to osmium 26. *2025 Academy Awards Best Picture winner 27. Faquir, alt.spelling 29. Pilot’s stunt 31. Spring event 32. Pneumonia symptom, pl.

33. Be of use 34. *Blue Origin’s 2025 singing passenger 36. Boll weevil, e.g.

38. *____Seek 42. Shorthand typist, for short 45. Serfs

49. 2016 Olympics host, for short 51. Ram’s horn at a synagogue 54. Draw a conclusion 56. Parkinson’s disease drug 57. Roll up 58. Heed 59. Lion sound 60. Dorothy’s last name 61. *Lady of “The Mayhem Ball” 62. Tons (2 words) 63. Lira, pl.

64. Land parcels 67. *Gary Oldman received this honorific in 2025

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HEALTH

5 tips for strengthening social bonds during the holidays

Dr. Nicole Brady Chief Medical Of ficer, UnitedHealthcare Student Resources For many, the holiday season provides a unique opportunity to pause from daily responsibilities and focus on the people who matter most. While gift-giving and festivities are often the center of celebrations, the true value of the season lies in nurturing

meaningful connections with friends, family, and community. Research shows that strong social ties are associated with improved mental and physical health, making connections powerful and lasting gifts we can share.

Additionally, UnitedHealthcare’s recent College Student and Graduate Behavioral Health Report found that 60% of college students reported that they or a peer encountered a behavioral health concern over the past year, far more than most parents believe. This gap underscores why intentional connection may matter now more than ever.

Here are a few ways to help foster connection during the holidays: Engage in Intentional Conversations: High-quality conversations, actively listening, asking open-ended questions, and validating feelings, may reduce stress and build resilience.

Research finds that strong com-

munication supports both emotional well-being and strengthens relationship quality. For young adults especially, data highlights that those who talk more frequently with their parents about mental well-being report feeling more supported, understood, and connected. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions and truly listen may make a lasting difference this season.

Revisit or Create Traditions: Shared rituals and traditions, whether large or small, may help promote belonging and strengthening of family bonds as routines and traditions may provide structure, enhance resilience, and support children’s mental health.

Therefore, consider reviving old traditions or creating new ones, such as cooking together, storytelling or neighborhood walks.

Reach Out to Those Who May Feel Lonely: Loneliness and isolation are linked to increased risk of depression and anxiety. The holidays can be

particularly difficult for those living alone or far from friends or family. A phone call, card or small gesture of inclusion may help someone feel remembered and cared for.

Move Together: Physical activity supports both body and mind, and it’s even more powerful with friends. Research shows that exercise in general reduces stress, boosts mood, and strengthens focus, while group activities, such as walking with others, may also sharpen memory and thinking skills. Whether it’s a walk, run, or casual game, shared movement creates space for conversation, laughter, and healthy connection during the holiday season.

Utilize Support Resources: If you or a loved one finds the holiday season overwhelming, remember that help is available.

Talking with a primary care provider or a mental health professional can be an important first step in addressing stress,

loneliness, or other concerns. For everyday support, digital tools and virtual resources through your health plan may also provide convenient ways to help boost well-being. For example, some insurers such as UnitedHealthcare offer Calm Health, virtual behavioral coaching, and 24/7 in the moment support lines.

Checking in with these resources can help you or your family members feel more supported and connected throughout the season.

The holidays are about more than gifts or busy schedules.

They are a reminder of the power of human connection. Whether through meaningful conversations, family traditions or leaning on available resources, even small acts of connection can leave a lasting impact and help make this season brighter for ourselves and those around us.

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Healthy Habits: Ear wax – Breaking down the buildup Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough Special to Valley News

The ear canal often gets buildup of a yellow substance we call ear wax. The glands in the ear canal produce this substance for no

exact known reason other than to trap particles and dust before they might reach the eardrum.

Without us realizing it, most of the time ear wax dries up and becomes a crust that drops out of the ear along with the debris.

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take a Q-tip and wipe the inside of the ear, the aftermath isn’t always clean and nice.

We all have ear wax, and we all have different amounts of it. Just like hair color or how tall you are, ear wax amount is determined by genetics. We don’t normally discuss ear wax quantity with others, so most of us don’t know the difference between having a lot versus having a little in comparison. We just know that sometimes we have more than other times.

When earwax is heavily built up, there can be a few signs letting you know this. You can feel your ears are plugged; you might feel dizzy; hearing might be difficult; the ears might be ringing, and the ears might be feeling a little painful.

Having blockage or impaction can happen, but most of the time it’s from people using cotton swabs, bobby pins, or rolling napkins and trying to clean out their ears. On another note, people who use hearing aids and/or ear plugs usually do have more earwax buildup than others.

Earwax treatment and safe selfcare approaches do exist. At home, remedies include using drops of baby oil, hydrogen peroxide, mineral oil, apple cider vinegar with rubbing alcohol, coconut oil, tea tree oil, almond oil, baking soda and water, and/or glycerin. There

are over the counter kits that act like an irrigation system to flush the ears.

The ear candling method is not recommended. This is when a hollow cone made of paraffin and beeswax is used that’s part of a cloth. One end is placed in the ear, and the other is lighted with a flame. When the flame burns, a vacuum is created that draws out the wax.

When you have your regular yearly physical with your doctor, ask if earwax cleaning can be done. Most times, the doctor has no problem doing this for you.

Since you cannot see into your ear canal, you really don’t know how much is in there, so it can’t hurt to ask. Your doctor does examine the canal as part of the physical but it never hurts to get cleaned up since you are there anyway.

Wax on, wax off, and get that earwax out of there. Just another way to take care of the little things that are part of your health before the big things could potentially happen. Listen to your body, which means there can’t be wax impeding on the sound of your body’s messages.

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Noli students Walk Against Diabetes Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Special to Valley News

The 3rd annual Walk Against Diabetes took place at Noli Indian School on the Soboba Band

of Luiseño Indians Reservation, Nov. 26. The purpose was to walk for health, awareness, and support in the fight against the disease that disproportionately affects Native Americans. In

2024, American Indian/Alaska Native adults were diagnosed with diabetes 36% more often than the total population.

Noli School Nurse Camille Diaz organized the first walk

Noli School Nurse Camille Diaz, right, leads students and faculty in some warmup exercises prior to their Valley News/Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians photo participation in the 3rd annual Walk Against Diabetes, Nov. 26.

Camille Diaz, at left, raises her arms to promote encouragement among students as they leave the Noli Indian Valley News/Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians photo School campus.

A few of the students wore tutus while walking on the trail near their school’s campus. Valley News/Summer Herrera photo

Students and staff take part in the 2.5-mile Walk Against Diabetes, Nov. 26.

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and has overseen the event each year. Having been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2009, it is important to her to see the students stay healthy, so they don’t end up on medication for the rest of their lives.

“I feel it is important for our students to learn about diabetes because of the fact that Native Americans have a higher risk of developing high blood sugar, but mostly I want our children to know about prevention and what they can do to prevent becoming a diabetic,” Diaz said. “Exercise, eating healthy, and making good choices are all great ways to a nondiabetic life.”

In the days leading up to the walk, Jacquelin Phillips asked fellow teachers to have their students create posters about the disease, which were displayed on classroom windows.

“This helped front-load information, which was discussed during the circle (prior to the walk),” she said. “I passed out a few tutu skirts, arm sweatbands, diabetes pins, and bubble wands—making the walk a little more fun. This was a new trail for many, which was nice to change from last year’s walk.”

Phillips also rewarded four raffle ticket winners with gift baskets filled with wellness components to help students care for themselves.

The morning began with a short question and answer session as all the students gathered in a circle in the school’s quad area.

Diaz posed questions to them and then fleshed out their answers.

“Diabetes is a disease where our body cannot regulate our sugar intake, so sometimes you need to be put on medication to control that,” she explained.

Most students know there are two types of diabetes. Type 1 affects children because their pancreas is not working correctly, and they need to take insulin shots throughout their lifetime.

Type 2 is a common condition where the body doesn’t use insulin well, which leads to high blood sugar (glucose) levels. It can be managed with diet, exercise, weight loss, and sometimes medication.

“This is why it is very important that we take care of our bodies, watch what we eat and rest and exercise,” Diaz told the group. “The disease has grown so much since the early 1900s; now 1 in 5 people will develop it.”

Some possible signs and symptoms include excessive thirst, urinating more and a dark discoloration on the back of the neck.

“It is really important to go to yearly checkups and have blood tests to monitor it,” she said. “It is very important to our community too because Native Americans are at a higher risk of getting diabetes.”

Many students raised their hands when asked if they had any relatives who have been diagnosed with the disease. Diaz encouraged all of them to share what they learned and help others start eating healthier and exercising.

She offered a few preventive measures such as not eating after 6 p.m. as that can raise blood sugar. She said it’s best to eat a good, healthy meal and then not snack at all before bedtime.

When asked about some foods that can help maintain a healthy blood sugar level, students offered vegetables, apples, berries, prickly pears and cactus, which are all good. Diaz said foods to avoid are candy and soda, especially dark-colored sodas. She added that fast food is too greasy and not good to consume on a regular basis.

Diaz led faculty and students through some warm-up stretches before leading them off campus for the 2.5 mile walk that took them about an hour to complete.

Although some students chose to jog along the trail, most just took their time to enjoy the leisurely walk.

The students were joined by staff and teachers during the walk. “My favorite part was seeing the smile on everyone’s face and encouragement for others, even though they were exercising,” Phillips said.

After returning to campus, all walkers were treated to a delicious and healthy lunch.

Tanya Briones-Rivera worked

with Diaz to find something that would be healthy and refreshing.

They enjoyed turkey wraps with macaroni salad and a side of fresh fruit prepared by Tribal Chef Anita Morillo.

“In Native culture, we see a lot of diabetes in our people so events like this help students learn how they can prevent it or even how to treat it,” Briones-Rivera said.

Diaz, who has been at Noli for nearly 10 years and serves as a Soboba delegate on the Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health Inc. Board, said, “Seeing all the students and community come together was my biggest highlight of the day.”

For more information, www. rsbcihi.org.

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SPORTS

7-0 win advances Temecula FC to Raul Briones Cup knockout rounds

A Temecula FC player advances the ball during the game on Saturday, Dec. 13 at Chaparral High School.

Temecula FC player Sean Palena moves past a defender during the game on Saturday, Dec. 13 at Chaparral High School in Temecula.

Valley News/Andrez Imaging photos Joe Naiman Special to Valley News Temecula FC will be advancing to the knockout rounds of the SoCal Premier League’s 2025-26 Raul Briones Cup. The Quail improved their cup competition record to 2-0 with a 7-0 victory December 13 against Zapa FC at the Chaparral High School stadium. The final group stage match for Temecula FC will be played this Saturday against Problems FC in Orange County.

“It’s a great start. We played two tough teams, got two good results,” said Temecula FC owner Brandon Jantz.

Problems FC won the 202425 Raul Briones Cup, which has been played since the 2009-10

season. During group stage play a team receives six points for a win and three for a draw. An additional point for each goal up to three per game is also given (the losing team also receives points for any goals scored up to three), and a defensive shutout earns one additional point. Temecula FC thus earned the maximum ten points with the win over Zapa FC, and the 5-1 victory November 23 against AMSG U23 at Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park also contributed to the 19 points the Quail will take into their December 20 game.

The 18 teams in the Raul Briones Cup were divided into six flights. Each of the three teams in Flight C including Temecula FC plays a match against each team

in Flight D. The top team from each flight and two wild cards will advance to the knockout rounds beginning with the quarterfinals. The other two teams in Flight C have already played all three matches, and Academia Gullet Dos has the second-place total of 12 points.

Zapa FC, which is based in Santa Ana, had won both group matches before the loss to Temecula FC. The Zapa FC win over Academia Gullet Dos had a 5-2 score while the game against Fontana Legacy FC was a 7-1 Zapa FC victory.

Temecula FC held a 2-0 halftime lead with Beto and Joshua Pinones scoring the first-half goals. Second-half scores by Ricardo Acosta, Jonathan Arriaga,

Temecula FC player Jesus Dominguez (6) kicks a ball that finds its way to the back of the net for a point Saturday, Dec. 13.

Temecula FC player Elias Macias gets downfield ahead of a Zapa defender. Saturday, Dec. 13.

Temecula FC players huddle around Ricardo Acosta (third from left) after he scores a goal.

and Sean Palena made the score 5-0. The lead allowed for substitutions and Jesus Dominguez, who played the 2024-25 season with Vista High School, scored the final two goals.

Zach Cochran played goalkeeper for the Quail and had three saves. Acosta, Francisco

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Temecula FC player Sean Palena shields the ball from a Zapa defender during the game on Saturday, Dec. 13 at Chaparral.

Martinez, Diego Mora, and Hilario Renteria were the defenders contributing to the shutout.

The schedule for the quarterfinals has not been set but will consist of each team having one home game and one away match.

Joe Naiman can be reached at jnaiman@reedermedia.com.

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Anza families share sweets and smiles at Cookies with Santa event

Santa and Mrs. Claus share holiday cheer with excited children at ACIL’s Cookies with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Laughter, cocoa mustaches and sparkling eyes filled the

Little Red Schoolhouse Saturday evening as families gathered for the Anza Civic Improvement League’s annual Cookies with Santa event.

Santa and Mrs. Claus posed for photos with excited children, while helpful elves scurried around the schoolhouse, keeping spirits bright and smiles wide.

Guests nibbled on dozens of varieties of Christmas cookies as steaming cups of hot chocolate chased away the early evening chill.

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Oak Grove Community Center flea markets bring neighbors together year-round Diane Sieker Staf f Writer

The Oak Grove Community Center is keeping its doors open for fun and fundraising with twice-monthly flea markets, drawing neighbors and visitors alike to browse, shop and enjoy a festive community atmosphere.

Organizers Dave Redewill and Kelly Collard, who have rejuvenated the historic center, said the markets will continue year-round on the second and fourth weekends of each month, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

“We have an expanded menu as well, including egg salad sandwiches and bruchetta,” Collard said.

Vendors - who can sell for free - offer a variety of goods, including homemade soaps, local honey, handmade jewelry, art, vintage items, clothes, collectibles, toys, tools and antiques.

Spaces are available both inside the hall and outside under the ancient oak trees that give the community its name.

Visitors can also purchase food and beverages inside the center, with proceeds helping support the upkeep of the building.

The markets have become a lively gathering spot for Oak Grove, Aguanga, Warner Springs and Anza residents, blending local commerce, community spirit, Handmade wooden toys fascinate visitors to the Oak Grove Community Center flea market Sunday, Dec. 14.

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Manager Annika Knoppel can be reached at 951-234-1314 or email anzafarmersmarket@ gmail.com Anza Community Hall Swap Meet - Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. $15 for a spot with membership. $18 for a spot without membership. Vendors wanted. The hall is located at 56630 CA-371 in Anza. See membership information under “Organizations.”

Mobile Food Pantry – Anza Electric Cooperative and F.I.N.D. Food Bank offers a free mobile food pantry the second Saturday of every month at the AEC office, 58470 CA-371, from 8 to 10 a.m. All are welcome. Cal-Fresh application assistance and free community health services are also available. Bring your own reusable bags to take food home.

Volunteers welcome. For more information, contact the AEC office at 951-763-4333.

Friends of Anza Valley Community Library – Anza Valley Community Library is located at Hamilton High School, 57430 Mitchell Road. The library is open to the public, but not during school hours. Hours are 4-7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Closed Monday through Wednesday.

Hamilton High School – Find out what is happening using Hamilton’s online calendar at www.hamiltonbobcats.net/apps/ events/calendar.

Hamilton Museum – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays at 39991 Contreras Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-1350 or visit www.hamiltonmuseum. org. Find them on Facebook at “Hamilton-Museum-and-RanchFoundation.”

Backcountry Horsemen Redshank Riders – Meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Locations change, so please contact Mike by email at stumblinl55@gmail. com or by calling 951-760-9255.

Health, exercise, resources and recovery meetings Fit after 50 – 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Tuesday and Friday mornings at Anza Community Hall. Free.

Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes. Call or text instructor Teresa Hoehn at 951751-1462 for more information.

Ve t e r a n s ’ G a t h e r i n g Mondays – 9-11 a.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 39075 Contreras Road in Anza. Men and women veterans come to share and help each other deal with post-traumatic stress disorder and other difficulties.

Call John Sheehan at 951-9236153. If you need an advocate to help with VA benefits, call Ronnie Imel at 951-659-9884.

The Most Excellent Way – A Christ-centered recovery program for all kinds of addiction meets once a week on Fridays from 6-8 p.m. Program is court approved. The group meets at Valley Gospel Chapel, located at 43275 Chapman Road, Anza.

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

Meetings take place Thursdays at 39551 Kirby Road in Anza,

south of CA-371.

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, please email Barbara at chicasita55@gmail. com.

Bereaved Parents of the USA – The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-551-2826.

Free Mobile Health Clinic – Open every third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed.

Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

Medication Assistance and Treatment for Opioid Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s Anza Community Health Center, 58581 CA-371, Anza. For more information, 951-763-4759.

Narcotics Anonymous – Tuesday meetings, 8 p.m. at Shepherd of the Valley Church, Anza, 56095 Pena Road, Anza.

For more information, please email Barbara at chicasita55@ gmail.com.

Wo m e n ’s A l c o h o l i c s Anonymous –Thursdays at 12 noon. Meetings at Shepherd of the Valley Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, please email Barbara at chicasita55@gmail. com.

Food ministries Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m.

The food bank hands out food the last Thursday of the month until the food is gone. Emergency food handed out as needed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. FFF is a nondenominational nonprofit. All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 951-763-5636.

Bible studies Living Hope Thursday Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study – 8 a.m. at 58050 CA-371 in Anza.

All are welcome.

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Sunday Service – 10 a.m. at the Anza Community Hall, 56630 CA-371 in Anza.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza’s Sunday Sacrament is at 10 a.m.; Sunday School is 11 a.m.

Priesthood/Relief Society meets at noon; Wednesday, Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 951-445-7180 or Nathan at 760-399-0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 39075 Contreras Road in Anza.

Native Lighthouse Fellowship – 10 a.m. The group meets the first Saturday of the month, and breakfast is served.

All are welcome to fellowship together at the “Tribal Hall” below the casino in Anza. For

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more information, call Nella Heredia at 951-763-0856.

Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – 9 a.m. Breakfast takes place the 4th Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff Crawley at 951-763-1257 for more information.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church – 10 a.m.

Weekly Wednesday Bible study takes place at 56095 Pena Road in Anza. Call 951-763-4226 for more information.

Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza.

For more information, call 951763-4622.

Anza Baptist Church - Begin your week with Sunday School for adults at 9 a.m. followed

by Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. We have an optional Children’s Church service during the main service. On Sunday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. we have a rotating schedule of Bible Studies, fellowship, and prayer. We also have a prayer circle which meets on Wednesday mornings at 11 a.m. The church office is open Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road, just off Burnt Valley Road, in Anza. For more information, please contact the church at 951763-4937 or visit https://www. anzabaptistchurch.com Clubs Anza Valley VFW Post 1873, Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post – The Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 59011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 390433. Request monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@gmail. com. For more information, call 951-763-4439 or visit http:// vfw1873.org.

High Country 4-H Club – 4 p.m. Meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – Meetings at 1 p.m. are the third Saturday of each month at various locations. Share art, ideas and participate in shows.

Guest speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 951-928-1248. Find helpful art tips at www.facebook.com/ AnzaValleyArtists.

Anza Quilter ’s Club – Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. For more information see our Facebook page or contact Pat Sprint at jpsprint@gmail.com or Ellen Elmore at luvtoquilt2@gmail. com.

Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club has been

reinstated and is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. The group is working on securing a new venue for meetings. Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club of Anza Valley Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ LionsofAnzaValley. For more information, email president Greg Sandling at President.

A n z a L i o n s @ g m a i l . c o m or Chris Skinner at Secretary.

AnzaLions@gmail.com.

Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 29 on CA-371 in Anza. Call 951-7635611 for information.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the 1st Thursday of the month at the Anza Community Hall, 56630 CA-371, Anza, CA 92539. The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon.

Contact Carol Wright at 951-7632884 for more information.

Organizations Terwilliger Community Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all.

For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.

Civil Air Patrol – Squadron 59 is looking for new members of all ages. For more information, call squadron commander Maj. Dennis Sheehan from the Anza area at 951-403-4940. To learn more and see the club’s meeting schedule, visit www.squadron59. org.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m. General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Single memberships are $30 and include discounts to events for one person and 1 vote in elections and meetings. Family memberships are $50 and include discounts for a family up to 5 members and 1 vote in elections and meetings. Business memberships are $50 and allows an employer to receive discounts for up to 5 people, including themselves, and includes 1 vote on elections and meetings. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets.

Mail membership to: Anza Community Building Inc. at P.O. Box 390091, Anza, CA 92539. The hall is located at 56630 CA-371 in Anza. For more information, call 951-2824267 or email achageneral@ g m a i l . c o m o r v i s i t w w w. anzacommunitybuilding.org.

Anza Civic Improvement League – 9 a.m. meets the first Saturday of each month at the Little Red Schoolhouse.

The league maintains Minor Park and the Little Red School House, which are both available to rent for events. No government funds are allowed; the membership pays the bills – $10 a person, $18 family or $35 business membership. For more information, visit www. anzacivic.org.

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ANZA LOCAL NEWS

Simultaneous events at Cahuilla Casino Hotel and the Tribal Hall thrill shoppers Diane Sieker Staf f Writer

Two separate holiday events sparked a Christmas shopping extravaganza at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel and the Tribal Hall Saturday, Dec. 13. The Casino’s Christmas Craft Fair featured local crafters, artisans and entrepreneurs offering health products, gourmet snacks, jewelry, fine art, toys, innovative housewares, beverages and more.

The Pour Paradise Holiday Market was held at the Cahuilla Tribal Hall and showcased lemonade, burger, bread and Mexican food vendors, as well as gift and craft sellers. Face painting, a bucking bull and bounce house had children immersed in fun.

Guests browsed vendor booths at both events, marking an enjoyable day full of pleasant surprises.

The Cahuilla Band of Indians opened the Cahuilla Casino in 1996. In 2019, they began build-

Vendors spread out in the spacious patio area at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel’s Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, Dec. 13.

Handmade items are offered for sale by talented artisans at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel’s Christmas Craft Fair. ing a new casino and added a hotel, rebranding as the Cahuilla Casino Hotel, featuring expand-

ed gaming options, restaurants and 58 well-appointed luxury hotel rooms. Special events are

Anthony with Salcidos Bakery displays his tasty wares at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel’s Christmas Craft Fair.

A representative from Mmm Sea Moss is ready to explain the health benefits of his products at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel’s Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, Dec. 13.

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Artists Valou, left, and Sage Kadevari offer their fine arts at the Cahuilla Casino Hotel’s Christmas Craft Fair.

occurring with more frequency, and guests of the resort are taking notice.

To learn more about Cahuilla Casino Hotel events, visit https:// cahuillacasinohotel.com.

The 80/20 Grill serves up their popular smashburgers and more at the Pour Paradise Holiday Market held at the Cahuilla Tribal Hall.

Pour Paradise Lemonade dishes out their famous beverages at the Pour Paradise Holiday Market held at the Cahuilla Tribal Hall Saturday, Dec. 13.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia.com.

Facepainting is a favorite activity at the Pour Paradise Holiday Market held at the Cahuilla Tribal Hall.

The Anza Valley Bread Co. offers homestyle sourdough breads, English muffins and more at the Pour Paradise Holiday Market held at the Cahuilla Tribal Hall.

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ANZA LOCAL NEWS

Sheriff ’s Blotter Diane Sieker Staf f Writer

The Anza Valley Outlook Sheriff’s Blotter is a list of calls that allows residents to see what law enforcement activity is occurring in their communities.

The Sheriff’s Blotter data is obtained from the official calls for service records kept by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. However, calls where the release of the information could cause harm to an individual or jeopardize the investigation of a criminal case are excluded.

All calls listed are for service within the Sheriff’s Department jurisdiction in the unincorporated areas of Anza, Lake Riverside Estates, Cahuilla and Aguanga from Dec. 7 through Dec. 13.

Dec. 7 911 hangup from cellphone 5600 block St. Hwy. 371, Anza Vehicle theft - address undefined, Anza, report taken Suspicious circumstance 5600 block St. Hwy. 371, Anza, report taken Vehicle theft - address undefined, Anza Dec. 8 Grand theft - address undefined, Anza Assist other department - 4300 block Bradford Hills Rd./Cahuilla Rd., Anza 911 call from business - 5700 block Mitchell Rd., Anza Assist other department - address undefined, Anza Dec. 9 911 hangup from cellphone 4300 block Bonny Ln./Daniela St., Anza Civil dispute - 3800 block Bahrman Rd., Anza Dec. 10 Suspicious vehicle - address undefined, Anza Danger to self/other - 4800 block Deer Haven Wy., Lake Riverside Civil dispute - 4000 block Table Mountain Truck Trl., Anza Dec. 11 Runaway child - 4600 block Terwilliger Rd., Anza Suspect info - address withheld, Anza Battery - 5200 block Cahuilla SANTA from page B-1 feel like a storybook setting, leaving families with sweet memories and a little extra magic to carry into the season.

The Anza Civic Improvement League is a non-profit organization that provides a park with a playground for the Anza community to enjoy. The mission of the ACIL is to restore, manage and enhance the Little Red Schoolhouse and Minor Park in partnership with the public for the enjoyment of present and future generations. The organization is run solely by volunteers with income that is generated from fundraisers, park rentals, schoolhouse rentals and generous donations from the community.

Both the park and the school-

The Sheriff’s Blotter enables residents to know what criminal activity is occurring in their communities.

Rd., Cahuilla Suspicious circumstance 5100 block Quail Dr., Anza Assist other department - address undefined, Anza, report taken Dec. 12 Assist other department - address undefined, Anza

Assist other department - 5800 block La Colina Ln., Anza Shots fired - 5900 block Burnt Valley Rd., Anza Dec. 13 Shots fired - 5200 block Browns Rocky Rd., Anza Unattended death - address withheld, Anza, report taken

Suspicious person - 3800 block Howard Rd./Pony Trl., Anza No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content provided in the Sheriff’s Blotter.

Residents with information regarding any crimes are encouraged to contact the Hemet Sher-

Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo iff’s Station at (951) 791-3400.

Criminal activity can also be reported through the We-Tip Crime Reporting Hotline, (909) 987-5005 or https://wetip.com.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia.com.

house are available to rent for meetings and events. ACIL members may credit 100% of their current membership dues toward rental fees during the same time period.

Open board meetings are held at the Little Red Schoolhouse on the first Saturday of the month at 9 a.m., and the public is invited to attend.

Minor Park and the Little Red Schoolhouse are located at Highway 371 at Contreras Road in Anza.

For more information on ACIL events, please visit them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AnzaCivicImprovementLeague or on the web at http://anzacivic.org. They may be contacted by email at Anzacivic@ gmail.com.

Elves and the Clauses share a moment before doors open to crowds of local families at ACIL’s Cookies with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza.

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A huge variety of cookies are eagerly scooped up by attendees to ACIL’s Cookies with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza.

Volunteers serve hot cocoa and holiday cookies to happy families at ACIL’s Cookies with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza.

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ANZA LOCAL NEWS MARKETS from page B-1 and a touch of nostalgia under the shade of the oaks.

Oak Grove is an unincorporated community in northern San Diego County, near Warner Springs, about 22 miles east-southeast of Temecula and about 15 miles from the Anza Valley.

The Oak Grove Community Center is located at 37561 CA-79 in Oak Grove/Warner Springs.

For vendor information please contact Kelly Collard at (951) 719-5017.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia.com.

The Oak Grove Community Center hosts a flea market Sunday, Dec. 14.

Venegas Records does brisk business offering vintage vinyl records and cassettes at the Oak Grove Community Center flea market.

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Kelly Collard prepares lunch for a guest at the Oak Grove Community Center flea market.

Eduardo Carreon offers a variety of gently used collectible items at the Oak Grove Community Center flea market Sunday, Dec. 14.

Inside the center, vendors offer a plethora of collectibles, clothes, decor, trinkets and more at the Oak Grove Community Center flea market Sunday, Dec. 14.

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EDUCATION

Menifee Valley students honored in November Diane A. Rhodes Special to Valley News

The Perris Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce held their November Student of the Month breakfast at the Perris Sizzler, 91 West Nuevo Road on Nov. 12. Sally Myers of BMW Management/ Sizzler Restaurants founded the program that started including the Perris Union High School District schools in 1998.

She emceed the event, sharing the mission of her nonprofit organization that partners with the local Chambers. The program acknowledges and honors college or trade school bound seniors for their character, love of learning and commitment to academics, in addition to participation in athletics, school activities and community service. It also commends those who have persevered through challenging life circumstances, all in a setting that honors God, country, family, community and free enterprise.

Large tote bags filled with gifts, certificates of recognition, and more were donated by the program’s sponsors to the award recipients. Each student was invited to the podium to share their personal story, past challenges and future goals with a room full of supporters that included principals, teachers, peers and family members, as well as community and school district dignitaries.

November’s students of the month are California Military Institute’s Adewunmi Oderinde, Heritage High School’s Maylin Sanders, Liberty High’s Olivia Carlon, Paloma Valley’s Gabriela Sevilla, and Perris High School’s Gisselle Rodriguez DeLaTorre.

California Military Institute Principal Michael Dodson described Adewunmi Oderinde as a strong leader. “We develop leaders at CMI,” he said. “Leaders aren’t defined by their collar devices, their shoulder patches, or their title. They’re defined by the way they present themselves day in and day out and this young lady presents herself as a leader among all leaders.” Adewunmi said, “One of the biggest life lessons I have learned is the importance of speaking up and voicing my opinions.

For as long as I can remember, if I felt uncomfortable with something or if I didn’t like the way things

were going, I would often stay quiet out of fear of creating problems.” Eventually, she realized if she never expressed her feelings they would never be understood.

“This lesson showed me my voice has power and deserves to be heard,” Adewunmi said. “This simple change of mindset has helped me grow and become more confident in myself.” She plans to earn a marketing degree and eventually become a corporate lawyer.

Heritage High School Principal Jose Topete introduced Maylin Sanders as someone who was overwhelmingly nominated for Student of the Month when she became a senior this year.

Maylin, who has been dancing since she was very young, joined the school’s dance team in her freshman year. She said that the opportunities she has embraced in the past three years have led to her choreographing for the dance team and creating an award-winning film that covers many aspects of mental health. “All of these amazing possibilities have taught me that faith and confidence are key, not only in myself but in what others see in me,” Maylin said. “I want to pursue a career in dance and major in film at UCLA. I know the path I intend to take is hard and uncertain, but I will continue down it wherever it guides me and continue to do what I love, no matter what.” Her dance teacher and coach Hope Burns said, “When she performs, she is dynamic; she commands your attention. She is the entire package.”

Olivia Carlon is Liberty High School’s November Student of the Month and Principal Erika Rojas said her leadership has set her apart from many of her peers. “She leads with a quiet confidence,” Rojas said. “Her energy and passion is like something I’ve never seen.”

Olivia admits she had no intention of joining any clubs or sports when she entered high school until a staff member encouraged her to attend Distribution Education Clubs of America events. DECA is an international association that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in career areas of business through competitive events. “You compete in various business-related events in different categories like hospitality, finance, marketing and entrepreneurship,” she said. Olivia has served as an officer for the past three years and

The Menifee and Perris Chambers of Commerce Students of the Month for November are, from left Maylin Sanders, Olivia Carlon, Adewunmi Oderinde, Gabriela Sevilla, and Gisselle Rodriguez DeLaTorre.

Valley News/Courtesy photo is president of Liberty’s chapter this year. She is proud of the growth from five members to 60 members since she got involved.

“My passion for business has grown,” she said. Advisor Alex Serrato said Olivia has led the club in competitions at the district, state and international levels.

Paloma Valley High School’s Gabriela Sevilla was singled out for recognition this month. Principal Thomas LaRochelle said that as part of the cross-country team, others look up to her and follow her lead. Gabriela said her time in high school has been a time of discovery for her—figuring out what she was passionate about and what interests she wants to pursue in the future. She has found a sense of community in running. “My biggest contribution has been to keep an optimistic attitude and having a positive mindset,” Gabriela said.

“I try to lift others up whenever I can.” One of the most important lessons she said she has learned is to be forgiving toward herself.

“I realized that mistakes are just part of learning,” she said. “Not every day is going to go perfectly and that’s perfectly okay. Every setback is just a chance to grow and do better next time.” Her dream is to attend UC, Davis and study environmental education, after being inspired by her junior year AP Environmental Science teacher Maria Schmidt.

Gisselle Rodriguez DeLaTorre is Perris High School’s choice for Student of the Month for November. Principal Ricardo Garcia described her as very active as part of ASB and president of one of the largest FFA chapters. “As a leader, she is a visionary,” he said, adding that she is reliable and serves as a mentor for younger FFA members. “She serves with pride and compassion. Overall, she personifies Panther Pride,” Garcia said. Gisselle said she arrived at high school without a plan to be involved in anything outside her academics. “I wanted to be a regular student, getting to school

at 8:30 and coming out at 3:30; but things have changed,” she said. “I now leave at 5:30 or 6, depending how long the meetings go. But I’m glad I chose FFA. It really brought me out of my comfort zone, taught me how to be a leader and how to grow.” She has served as president for two years.

Closing remarks Sally Myers shared special words to each student and then played a “Minute with Maxwell” recording from John Maxwell, an American author, motivational speaker, and pastor who has written books primarily focused on leadership. The word was execute.

He said if you wait until you are really good at something to start, you will never start. You can’t always be getting ready to get ready; the goal in life is to carry out your plan or course of action—to execute.

To learn more about the Student of the Month Program, please contact founder Sally Myers at 951-506-8024.

Menifee Union School District announces 2025-2026 District Educators of the Year MENIFEE – The Menifee Union School District Board of Education proudly announces the recipients of the 2025-2026 District Educators of the Year awards, recognizing nine outstanding individuals for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success.

These annual awards celebrate excellence across all district functions, from classroom instruction to administrative and support services. The winners were selected through a rigorous nomination and review process that highlighted their significant impact on students, colleagues, and the wider community.

The 2025-26 District educators and employees of the year are: Lesley Stevens (District Teacher of the Year, Sally Buselt Elementary School) Christine Simpson (District Teacher of the Year, Menifee Valley Middle School) Patricia Guerra (School Counselor of the Year, Bell Mountain Middle School) Bridget Heeren (Principal of the Year, Southshore Elementary School) Melinda Conde (Certificated Administrator of the Year, Student Success Services) Paul Azevedo (Classified Administrator of the Year, Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation) Adriana Perez (District Classified Employee of the Year, Chester W. Morrison) Briana Barrino (Site Support

Employee of the Year, Various Sites) Sarah Katanski (Confidential Employee of the Year, Business Services) “The amazing talent and dedication of our staff are the foundation of everything we achieve in Menifee Union School District,” said Dr. Jennifer Root, Superintendent of MUSD. “These nine recipients exemplify the very best of our team, showing a strong commitment to nurturing, challenging, and supporting every student across all functions.

Adding to this sentiment, Board President J. Kyle Root stated, ‘On behalf of the entire Board, I want to congratulate these outstanding individuals. Their collective passion is what drives the success and supportive environment of the district, and we are immensely proud as they move forward to represent us at the county level.”

The honorees will be formally recognized at an upcoming Evening of Excellence event and also at the Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) Educators Luncheon in May 2026. All recipients will advance to compete at the county level for their 2026 Educators of the Year program.

The Menifee Union School District extends its heartfelt congratulations to all award recipients for their exemplary service and for setting a standard of excellence across the entire organization.

Submitted by Menifee Union School District.

Lesley Stevens, District Teacher of the Year, Sally Buselt Elementary School

Christine Simpson, District Teacher of the Year, Menifee Valley Middle School

Patricia Guerra, School Counselor of the Year, Bell Mountain Middle School

Bridget Heeren, Principal of the Year, Southshore Elementary School Valley News/Courtesy photos

Melinda Conde, Certificated Administrator of the Year, Student Success Services

Paul Azevedo, Classified Administrator of the Year, Maintenance, Operations & Transportation

Adriana Perez, District Classified Employee of the Year, Chester W. Morrison

Briana Barrino, Site Support Employee of the Year, various sites

Sarah Katanski, Confidential Employee of the Year, businesses services

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EMWD’s Jeff Armstrong announces departure from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Board of Directors PERRIS – Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) Board Member Jeff Armstrong announced that he will step down from his position as EMWD’s representative on The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) Board of Directors, effective December 17, 2025, concluding three years of dedicated service. Armstrong stated he is stepping down to focus on family.

Armstrong will remain on EMWD’s Board of Directors, where he represents the Menifee and Perris areas with more than three decades of experience in the water industry. He is also the former General Manager of Rancho California Water District in Temecula.

During his tenure at Metropolitan, Armstrong played a key role in advancing policies related to financial resilience, oversight and accountability, regional water reliability, and equitable representation. His leadership was characterized by thoughtful engagement and a strong com-

mitment to advocating for the interests of EMWD ratepayers.

“Jeff ’s extensive financial expertise, operational experience, and representation of our fast-growing region gave him a unique perspective on balancing cost, reliability, and growth,” said EMWD Board President Steve Corona. “On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, we appreciate his contributions to long-term water reliability planning, affordability, and resilience in Southern California.”

“It has been an honor to represent EMWD at Metropolitan,” said Armstrong. “The work we all do on water reliability, water use efficiency, and long-term planning is essential to the future of EMWD’s communities and all of Southern California. I am proud of what we’ve accomplished so far and know the next EMWD representative will continue EMWD’s commitment to ensuring its communities are represented at Metropolitan.”

To ensure continuity of representation on the Metropolitan

Board Member Jeff Armstrong announced he is stepping down from the EMWD Board of Directors.

Valley News/Courtesy photo Board, EMWD will appoint a new delegate at its next Board

EVMWD board elects officers for 2026

EVMWD serves more than 163,000 water and wastewater customers in a 97-square-mile area in Western Riverside County. The EVMWD team delivers total water management that powers the health and vibrancy of its communities so life can flourish.

Valley News/Courtesy photo LAKE ELSINORE - The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) Board of Directors has selected its officers for the 2026 term during its meeting on Dec. 11. Director Andy Morris (Division 5) was elected President

by a 5-0 vote, taking the helm from Director Chance Edmondson, who served in the role for the past two years. Director Darcy M. Burke (Division 1) was elected Vice President, and Director Harvey R. Ryan (Division 2) was elected

Treasurer. Board officers serve one-year terms.

Morris, first elected to the board in 2010, has served in every officer role, including board president in 2014, 2019, 2020, and 2023. A longtime Wildomar resident and owner of Andrew Morris Insurance Agency, he brings decades of community and business leadership. He also serves as board president for the Meeks and Daley Water Company, chair of the Santa Rosa Regional Resource Authority, and chairman of the board for The California Water Insurance Fund.

“It’s a privilege to lead this board during such a transformative time,” Morris said. “As our region continues to grow rapidly, we must ensure our water infrastructure, policies, and services meet future needs while protecting affordability for our ratepayers. I look forward to working with our

meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

Submitted by Eastern Municipal Water District.

talented board and staff to accomplish just that.”

Burke, elected to the board in 2018, is a respected voice in regional and national water policy.

She was appointed in 2024 to the U.S. EPA’s Local Government Advisory Committee and has held multiple leadership roles throughout her career in the water industry. With a long history of public service, Burke emphasized the board’s responsibility to the community. “Public health and safety is our number one priority,” Burke said. “My leadership style is to lead with transparency and engage the community. Serving alongside President Morris and continuing our regional work is an honor.”

Ryan, a board member since 2004, has served in all officer roles in past years. Known for his fiscal leadership and focus on infrastructure investment, Ryan remains

committed to ensuring EVMWD remains efficient and resilient.

The board also recognized Director Chance Edmondson for his service as president in 2024 and 2025. Edmondson, known for his calm, people-first leadership, was respected by his colleagues and staff alike and was asked to serve a rare second term as board president. “Chance led with integrity, clear communication, and a steady hand,” Morris said. “He brought people together, focused on practical solutions, and always kept the needs of our community at the center. We’re grateful for his leadership and the legacy of progress he helped create.”

EVMWD’s Board of Directors meets regularly on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 4 p.m. Meetings are open to the public both in-person and online. For more information, visit EVMWD.com.

City of Menifee presented with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award The City of Menifee proudly announces that its Finance Department has been honored with the prestigious “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award” by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This marks the fourth consecutive year the finance team has received this honor, showcasing the City’s unwavering commitment to meeting the highest principals of financial reporting.

The Distinguished Budget Presentation Award was received for Menifee’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Biennial Budget with special recognition in two areas: Performance Measure and Capital Program. The report was judged by an impartial panel to meet the program’s high standards, which include how well an entity’s budget serves as a policy

document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device. Special recognition is also given to any category that earns the highest score from every judge. The GFOA also notes that award recipients have pioneered efforts that improve the quality of budgeting and are examples for other government agencies to utilize.

“Ensuring the highest standard of financial reporting and transparency continues to be one of the City’s top priorities,” said Chief Financial Officer, Travis Hickey. “Our finance team remains dedicated to advancing financial stewardship here in Menifee and maintaining national leadership in reporting excellence.”

The GFOA is a highly respected organization that recognizes outstanding financial

reporting practices in municipalities throughout the United States and Canada. Established in 1906, the GFOA represents public finance professionals across North America. With over 20,000 members, including federal, state/provincial, and local finance officials, the organization plays essential roles in planning, funding, and executing various governmental activities in their respective areas. The primary objective of the GFOA is to promote the highest quality standards in public finance.

For more information about Menifee’s Finance Department and to see the City’s adopted 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Biennial Budget, please visit www. cityofmenifee.us/Finance.

Submitted by the City of Menifee.

City of Menifee’s Finance Department wins a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by GFAO. Valley News/Courtesy photo

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RCOE launches Season of Giving, supporting thousands of students and families in Riverside and Imperial counties

More than 10,000 food staple kits and gift donations are among the resources assembled and distributed by RCOE educators to support students and families beyond the classroom this holiday season

Volunteers wrap gifts to be given to foster youth and students experiencing homelessness in 10 local school districts and 7 Head Start locations.

Volunteers assemble food bags.

RIVERSIDE – Service to students and families throughout the region is at the core of the Riverside County Office of Education’s mission, and this holiday season, the organization has identified new and creative ways to elevate that commitment through the Season of Giving Campaign taking place in November and December.

To serve their community, employees traded in their ties and high heels for running shoes and work gloves as they volunteered to pack 2,000 bags of food staples the week leading up to Thanksgiving. Others swapped printer paper for wrapping paper to gift wrap more than 5,000 presents for children in Riverside County’s public schools. In addition, the organization has donated to multiple food banks and is partnering with local agencies and districts to make this season

Valley News/Courtesy photos brighter for the community.

“Since 1893, RCOE has established itself as a service organization focused on the students and families of Riverside County,” said Riverside County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Edwin Gomez. “Although schools may be closed for holiday breaks, we want to ensure that no student goes hungry.

Thanks to generous employees and partners, we are embracing that service mentality to provide additional food and resources to help students and families served by our programs.”

The collaborative effort to extend nutritional support and additional resources to students, families, and school employees has led to: 5,400 – Gifts wrapped and/or distributed by RCOE volunteers to foster youth and students experiencing homelessness in 10

local school districts and 7 Head Start locations.

2,000 – Food staple bags assembled by RCOE volunteers and distributed to students in November at alternative education, preschool, Head Start, and Migrant Head Start Program sites in Riverside and Imperial Counties.

4,000 – Additional food staple bags to be assembled by employees and distributed to students and families throughout the region in December. $15,000 – Donations by RCOE to food banks serving the Coachella Valley, Blythe, Lake Elsinore, Beaumont/Banning, San Jacinto/Hemet, and Riverside.

500 – Turkeys donated by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and distributed to students served by migrant education programs in the Coachella

Volunteers distribute turkeys to Coachella Valley Unified School District families.

Valley, Blythe, and Imperial County.

15+ – Number of RCOE sites collecting donations of non-perishable items for distribution to families served by RCOE programs.

The response from families and RCOE employees alike has been powerful, with recipients sharing the impact these resources have on their families during the holiday season.

RCOE employees note that their

connection to those they serve is even greater thanks to these opportunities to support families and students, particularly during the holiday season.

Partnerships with First 5 Riverside County’s Family Resource Centers and Find Help are providing students and families with additional items—from formula and diapers to personal hygiene items and utility assistance.

Submitted by Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE).

Rachelle Román appointed as new Director of the Office on Aging by Riverside County Board of Supervisors

The Riverside County Office of Aging appointed Rachelle Román as the new director.

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The County of Riverside Board of Supervisors appointed Rachelle Román, a seasoned executive with 23 years of public service, as the new Director of the Office on Aging (OOA). Román brings extensive experience in strategic planning, administrative leadership, and cross-sector collaboration across aging and public health services.

“Rachelle’s many years of service and expertise are an asset to the Office on Aging,” Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, Chairman of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. “We look forward to her new role leading this department and continuing the efforts to support our seniors in making Riverside County and all our communities a great place to live.”

The Office on Aging carries a countywide mandate to develop a home and community-based system of services that supports dignity, well-being and independence for older adults and individuals with disabilities. With more than 550,000 residents over age 60, 280,000 households that

include a senior, and a rapidly growing population of older adults from diverse backgrounds, Riverside County faces increasing demand for accessible, consumer-focused support.

Román’s service with the County of Riverside began in the Auditor-Controller’s Office, where she served as Chief Accountant. In 2013, she joined the Office on Aging as Deputy Director of Administration, overseeing budget and fiscal operations, contracts and grants, human resources, information technology, and senior nutrition programs.

Following a stint in Public Health where she administered a $220 million budget, she rejoined OOA as the Assistant Director July of this year. Román’s background in aging services, fiscal stewardship and large-scale program administration aligns with the agency’s mission and positions her to strengthen service delivery, expand outreach, and guide the department in meeting the needs of the county’s aging and disability communities.

Román holds a Master of Pub-

lic Administration; a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting, and is certified in Healthcare Compliance.

Outside of her professional achievements, Román enjoys spending quality time with her husband and family, finding balance and inspiration in their shared moments together.

“I am honored to lead the Office on Aging and to continue supporting the seniors who are the foundation of our communities,” said Román. “With a dedicated team and strong partnerships across the county, we will expand innovative, accessible services that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life for Riverside County’s older adults.”

Her appointment follows the retirement of the former Office on Aging Director, Jewel Lee, who held the position for eight years.

For more information on the Riverside County Office on Aging and its programs, please visit rcaging.org.

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An administration in overdrive: What the first 10 months have delivered

Julie Reeder Publisher Love it or hate it, by the administration’s own accounting, the first 10 months of President Trump’s second term represent one of the most aggressive and far-reaching governing periods in modern American history. At a recent cabinet meeting, department heads laid out a sweeping list of actions they say have fundamentally altered the direction of the federal government, the economy, and national security.

Many decisions have been challenged in court and all the way up to the Supreme Court. The Trump administration has reported over 90% success in court cases.

At the core of the administration’s case is speed and scale.

Cabinet members repeatedly emphasized that changes once projected to take a decade are now being executed in years—or months. From defense to deregulation, border enforcement to energy, the common theme was a

government moving with urgency rather than incrementalism.

National security and defense were framed as fully reset. The Department of Defense reported record recruiting and retention, a return to merit-based standards, and the removal of DEI policies across the military. New investments in next-generation weapons systems and missile defense were highlighted alongside expanded strike operations against narco-trafficking networks and terrorist organizations. Officials claimed maritime drug trafficking has dropped more than 90 percent and described a renewed doctrine of deterrence, both abroad and in the Western Hemisphere, especially since the administration has started blowing up the drug trafficking boats. Trump says the land routes are being targeted next.

Border enforcement and public safety were presented as central accomplishments. Homeland Security, Justice, and law enforcement leaders cited millions of removals, significant reductions in fentanyl flows, and tens of thousands of arrests tied to violent crime, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms. The administration emphasized a whole-of-government approach—federal, state, and local agencies working in tandem—to reestablish enforcement and deterrence. Legal victories at the Supreme Court were described as reinforcing the administration’s authority to carry out these policies despite

extensive litigation.

On the economy, the cabinet portrayed a dramatic pivot toward domestic production. Reciprocal trade agreements, tariffs, and renegotiated market access were credited with driving hundreds of billions of dollars in new investment commitments in autos, semiconductors, shipbuilding, pharmaceuticals, and energy infrastructure. Officials framed these policies not as protectionism, but as rebalancing a global system they say hollowed out American manufacturing for decades.

Deregulation emerged as one of the most consequential and concrete achievements. The administration claims a nearly 50-to-1 ratio of regulations eliminated to new rules issued, alongside a major overhaul of federal procurement rules. Officials argued these changes will unlock hundreds of billions of dollars in savings, increase competition for government contracts, and dramatically shorten timelines for infrastructure, defense, and energy projects.

Energy policy was described as a foundational shift. Cabinet members credited the administration with halting power-plant closures, reactivating dormant generation capacity, and driving down gasoline prices nationwide.

Energy abundance, they argued, is the prerequisite for lower costs, industrial growth, and grid reliability—especially as data centers and advanced manufac-

turing expand.

Infrastructure and transportation reforms focused on execution. The Department of Transportation highlighted accelerated modernization of air traffic control systems, replacement of outdated copper infrastructure with fiber, procurement of U.S.-made radar systems, and large-scale airport redevelopment projects. The administration stressed accountability—one responsible contractor, clear timelines, and fewer excuses.

In veterans’ care, the Department of Veterans Affairs reported a major reduction in claims backlogs, workforce restructuring through voluntary retirements, and planned reforms to modernize the nation’s largest healthcare system. Officials emphasized faster service delivery despite a smaller workforce.

Agriculture and rural America were positioned as major beneficiaries of new trade access and enforcement against fraud. The administration highlighted large foreign purchases of U.S. farm products, SNAP program reforms targeting waste and abuse, and a shift away from race-based or climate-driven funding toward production and market access.

Across agencies, workforce and cultural reforms were repeatedly cited: apprenticeship expansion, skills training tied to reshoring, elimination of DEI compliance mandates, and an emphasis on performance and accountability inside govern-

ment itself.

Promises made - Promises kept - President Trump’s often cited quote. The administration is claiming that this has been the most consequential year of any presidency. The cabinet presented a picture of a federal government acting simultaneously on trade, regulation, enforcement, energy, infrastructure, and internal reform, rather than tackling issues sequentially or cautiously.

Whether all of these changes prove durable remains an open question. It depends largely on how much can be undone with another election. People may not understand all the changes happening and may be swayed more by rhetoric or misinformation on social media. But by its own account, the administration has made a clear choice: govern at maximum speed, accept legal and political risk, and force structural change early rather than late.

If the next phase matches the intensity of the first 10 months, the real verdict will come not from cabinet meetings, but from whether Americans experience lower costs, safer communities, faster government services, and a stronger domestic economy.

That is the standard the administration has set for itself—and the one by which it will ultimately be judged. This doesn’t even touch the geopolitical changes happening all over the world, in addition to the peace agreements Trump has brokered. I’m encouraged about 2026!

their commander before heading into combat. You should do the same. Jesus taught us to pray, “Forgive us our sins, and don’t let us yield to temptation.”

(Matthew 6:12–13) The victory always starts on your knees with repentance.

3. Get dressed for the battle.

Who in their right mind would go to war without being properly dressed to fight? Yet, we forget to dress for the spiritual war we are in. Ephesians 6:11 says, “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”

The armor of God is your only defense and offense for the war you’re already in.

4. Fight to the death.

This isn’t a scuffle—it’s a death match. Sin isn’t something to manage; it’s something to kill.

Colossians 3:5 says, “Put to death the sinful, earthly things lurking within you.”

To go back to sin after sur-

rendering your life to Jesus is like walking back into your own grave.

Romans 6:2 says, “We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?”

You can’t win this war on your own. Ephesians 2:4–5 says, “But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead.”

You don’t fight for victory— you fight from victory. Jesus already won. Now, you just have to live it out. And you do that by following him and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Zachary Elliott is the lead pastor of Fusion Christian Church in Temecula. For more information, visit http://www.fusionchristianchurch.com, http://www.encouragementtoday.tv or find them on Instagram.

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Why do I still sin?

Zachary Elliott Special to Valley News Did you know that a rattlesnake’s head can stay alive and still bite you for up to an hour after it’s been cut off?

My wife read a story about a guy who killed a rattlesnake, and about forty minutes later, when he went to throw the head away—it bit him. He almost died.

Sometimes, things that are supposed to be dead can come back to bite you. Like sin!

Have you ever struggled with a sin you thought you’d already killed? You swore it was over, done, finished—but somehow, it still shows up and sinks its fangs into you again.

It’s like, you tried to cut the head off this thing, but somehow it still bites you!

Now, I’m not talking about a “mistake.” A mistake is spilling your drink on the table or dropping an egg on the floor when you’re making cookies. I’m

talking about sin—and sin isn’t a simple mistake. Sin means to miss the mark. Not just any mark—God’s mark.

Romans 3:23 says, “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.”

We like to set our own marks.

That’s why so many people say, “Hey, I’m a good person!” But compared to who? God’s mark is perfection.

Jesus said in Mark 10:18, “Why do you call me good? No one is good—except God alone.”

If you think you’re good, answer these questions: Have you ever lied? Ever hated someone?

Ever stolen something, lusted after someone, or used God’s name as a curse word? If you answered yes to any of these, like I have, it means you’re not good according to God’s standard.

1 John 1:10 reminds us, “If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us.”

So, if you’ve given your life to Jesus, why do you still struggle with sin?

Here’s the truth: You’re at war—and you haven’t come to terms with it yet.

It would be ridiculous to be in a war and pretend it’s not a war, right? Yet that’s how some Christians treat sin. “It’s just a little issue I’m working through…”

No—it’s a battle.

Paul described this struggle in Romans 7. He said he wanted

to do what was right but found himself doing the very things he hated. He said, “There’s another power within me that is at war with my mind.” The struggle is real.

There are warring desires in our lives. Galatians 5:17 says, “The flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh.”

Your flesh loves sin. That’s why you keep struggling with it—because, deep down, part of you still likes it.

So, how do you win the war against sin? You should start by doing what every good soldier does when going to battle: 1. Get in shape for the battle.

Are you spiritually out of shape? You’ll fight this battle your entire life, so train for it.

1 Timothy 4:8 says, “Physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things.”

2. Pray over the battle.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513652 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: COMANCHE WATER 750 N. Palm Canyon Rd., Palm Springs, CA 92262 Mailing Address: 2599 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 County: Riverside 68366 Kieley LLC, 2599 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Mark Digiulio, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/13/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4517 PUBLISHED: November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513779 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DESI FOOD VEGITARIAN 521 E. Ramsey Street, Banning, CA 92220 County: Riverside Amar Chand Trustee-Amar Chand, Harinder Kaur Chand Revocable Trust, 521 E. Ramsey Street, Banning, CA 92220 This business is conducted by a Trust Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Amar Chand Trustee- Amar Chand, Harinder Kaur Chand Revocable Trust Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/18/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4518 PUBLISHED: November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513873 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TEMECULA POP UP SHOP 42041Avenida Vista Ladera, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Brenda Leah Cheredar, 42041 Avenida Vista Ladera, Temecula, CA 92591 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Brenda Leah Cheredar Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/19/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4519 PUBLISHED: November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513530 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SWEET + FEISTY 35647 Adrienne St, Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Paula Gabriela Torres, 35647 Adrienne St, Murrieta, CA 92563 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Paula G. Torres Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/10/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4522 PUBLISHED: December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202514242 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE JAY AND JOSH REAL ESTATE TEAM 73-725 El Paseo Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Mailing Address: 19744 Beach Blvd Suite 161, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 County: Riverside Lion Properties II, Inc, 19744 Beach Blvd Suite 161, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: John Trementozzi, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/02/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4525 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202514386 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JKO CONSULTANTS 41877 Enterprise Circle N. Suite 200, Temecula, CA 92590 County: Riverside Joaquin Kodama, 41877 Enterprise Circle N. Suite 200, Temecula, CA 92590 This business is conducted by a Married Couple Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/01/2025 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Joaquin Kodama Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/04/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4526 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513922 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GELDPOINT CAPITAL LLC 23320 Blue Bird Dr. Canyon Lake, California 92587 County: Riverside Geldpoint Capital LLC, 23320 Blue Bird Dr, Canyon Lake, California 92587 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Andrea E Buechs Barsby, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/20/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4523 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513966 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FRAMEWORK COMPLIANCE GROUP 43813 Scrub Oak Dr., Aguanga, CA 92536 Mailing Address: 43813 Scrub Oak Dr., Aguanga, CA 92536 County: Riverside Michael “Myke” John Munroe, 43813 Scrub Oak Dr., Aguanga, CA 92536 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Michael Munroe Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/21/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4530 PUBLISHED: December 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202511824 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HERE AM I 47870 Rock Mountain Dr, Temecula, CA 92592 Mailing Address: 30777 Rancho California #891313, Temecula, CA 92589 County: Riverside Charliemay Wilhelm, 30777 Rancho California #891313, Temecula, CA 92589 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Charliemay Wilhelm Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 09/23/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4483 PUBLISHED: October 24, 31, December 7, 14, 2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513893 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WEDDING WISE 29515 Avenida Del Sol, Temecula, CA 92591 Mailing Address: 29515 Avenida Del Sol, Temecula, CA 92591 County: Riverside Scissormill Corporation, 29515 Avenida Del Sol, Temecula, CA 92591 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Sara Bomstad, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/20/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4524 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202514474 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FANCY NAILS SPA WAXING 33175 Temecula Parkway Suite B, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Fancy Nails Spa Waxing, 33175 Temecula Parkway Suite B, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11-17-2025 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Sang Thi Vu, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/08/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4529 PUBLISHED: December 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 2026

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202513808 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOCAL CLAW 44827 Cosentino Ct. Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Andrew Gutierrez, 44827 Cosentino Ct, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/01/25 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Andrew Gutierrez Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/19/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4527 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202514062 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FORGE WINDOW CLEANING 44886 Athel Way, Temecula, CA 92592 County: Riverside Joshua Diego Conchas, 44886 Athel Way, Temecula, CA 92592 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars (1,000).

Registrant: Joshua Diego Conchas Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/24/2025 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4528 PUBLISHED: December 12, 19, 26, 2025, January 2, 2026

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVME2512933 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: MARIVELLE MONICA CARRILLO Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: MARIVELLE MONICA CARRILLO Proposed Name: MARIVELLE MONICA SERNA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 4-9-26 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: M205 The address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, Menifee Justice Center, 27401 Menifee Ctr Dr., Menifee, CA 92584 A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: NOV 19, 2025 Signed: Belinda A. Handy, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4516 PUBLISHED: November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2025

1ST AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVME2512930 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: RENSSO FABIAN PACHECO PALOMEQUE Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: RENSSO FABIAN PACHECO PALOMEQUE Proposed Name: RENZO FABIAN PACHECO THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 1-8-26 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: M205 The address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, Menifee Justice Center, 27401 Menifee Center Drive, Menifee, CA 92584 A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: NOV 24, 2025 Signed: Dennis Keough, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4520 PUBLISHED: December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVME2512936 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: JOHN WILLIAM PHILLIPS, JR. Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: JOHN WILLIAM PHILLIPS, JR. Proposed Name: VIRGIL WADE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 4-9-26 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: M205 The address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, Menifee Justice Center, 27401 Menifee Center Drive, Menifee, CA 92584 A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: NOV 18, 2025 Signed: Belinda A. Handy, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4521 PUBLISHED: December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025

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