Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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After months of discussions and wrangling, the seniors at Fallbrook Union High School, Ivy High, and Oasis High graduated in separate virtual productions that were broadcast online June 2-4. Late last week, students were able to pick up their diplomas in a drive-through ceremony. During Fallbrook High's virtual commencement ceremony, Valedictorian Emiliano Corona gave his speech, first clearing up that, "No, the virus isn't named after me." "I'm going to be honest everybody,...
No, it wasn't the way Fallbrook Union High School Principal Dr. Narciso Iglesias envisioned sending the first batch of seniors under his watch off to the next chapter of life. Like so many aspects of life these days, due to the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, more than a few things haven't gone to plan. But for Dr. Iglesias, being able to look into the eyes of all of the school's 2020 graduates after they picked up their diplomas last week meant a lot to him. "It was good to...
Sullivan Middle School eighth graders were celebrated with a virtual promotion ceremony Tuesday, June 9. Featuring messages of encouragement by school administrators, teachers, district officials and fellow students, the hour long video showcased the promoting students and their accomplishments. "I want to tell you how proud I am of each of you," Principal Dr. Shaunte' Knox told the students in the video. "Your time here at Sullivan has been a time of learning, growing,...
When the eighth graders at Potter Jr. High School began their final school year before entering high school, it's likely none of them could have imagined they would be sent home in March never to return to the school as a student. On Friday, May 29, Potter released its Eighth Grade Commencement video online with Principal Edie Powers giving the opening speech, recorded previously, of course. "Although our year was cut short, we had a great year full of many memories," Powers...
Considering the nation was going through a worldwide pandemic and the majority of clients that Michelle's Place Cancer Resource Center serves every single day are immunocompromised – the center had to close its door March 20. On Monday, June 1, with the county and state beginning to allow more and more businesses to reopen, Michelle's Place decided to reopen. They have begun accepting appointments for in-house visitations and virtual visitations, the latter being something t...
A little more than two months after announcing they were closing their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jonathan Arbel and his wife and business partner, Jennifer, announced they would be closing the iconic Fallbrook eatery, Oink & Moo Burgers & BBQ, for good. "Before the rumors start flying around town, we have some bittersweet news for you," Arbel wrote on the business' Facebook page on May 23. "Jennifer and I have sold our restaurant building. Oink and Moo will no...
Screenshots of group chat between students – allegedly taking place during their time as students at Vista Murrieta High School – surfaced recently on social media causing an uproar because of the racist nature of the conversation. The screenshots of the chat involving four boys involve several images and statements that are racist in nature. Valley News has chosen to protect the identity of the young woman who posted the screenshots out of fear of retribution. Along with the...
Fallbrook Union High School seniors and their families were able to watch a virtual graduation ceremony Wednesday, June 3, but received news Tuesday that there will be another series of events to celebrate seniors, this time in person. Within the next two weeks, the school will welcome seniors back for a drive-thru ceremony to hand each student their diploma. The diploma ceremonies will be done alphabetically, as determined by the school. It is a small victory for the school,...
For many of the seniors graduating from Bonsall High School this year, it wasn't exactly how they pictured they would be celebrating the end of their high school career – but it wasn't that bad either. "This wasn't exactly what I had envisioned for our graduation ceremony, but I'm so grateful that we got to celebrate in some shape and form," Heather Holdo, one of BHS's valedictorians, said from the front seat of her parents' car Friday. "I'm very glad to have graduated with t...
When people hear the word "clinic," they think of a small operation with limited staff and resources. But when it comes to North Orange Veterinary Clinic, led by longtime veterinarian Dr. Geoffrey R. Smith, nothing could be further from the truth. The full-service animal hospital that opened almost two years ago provides quality and affordable health care services to pets in Fallbrook and the surrounding areas. "The really neat part about our business is most of our employees...
Marc Sigmon said he was inspired by his hometown when, along with the help of several other Fallbrook residents, he launched the Fallbrook Adopt-a-Senior 2020 Facebook page. "I've always said that Fallbrook reminds me of my little hometown in Rifle, Colorado," Sigmon said. "That's where I came across this idea because I saw on Facebook that they were doing this for my hometown. I'm an alumnus, so I adopted a senior and I grabbed somebody from a local business here, had them...
Joel Calhoun was named High School Sports Association's male Athlete of the Year at Fallbrook Union High School for the 2019-2020 school year, according to Fallbrook High athletic director, Patrick Walker. The four-year varsity letterman in basketball and baseball recently led his team to the semifinals in the CIF Division 5 Boys Basketball playoffs and had a promising senior season in baseball cut short by the coronavirus pandemic and school closures. Calhoun said academics...
Fallbrook Union High School senior Dean Olivo was recently awarded a State Leadership certificate by California Baseball Coaches Association. The award is given to the senior athlete from each school that best exemplifies leadership on his team. Olivo said his leadership comes in the form of setting a good example for his teammates. "I'm not like a leader that's loud and trying to get in people's faces," he said. "But I like to characterize my leadership by helping others...
Marc Sigmon said he was inspired by his hometown when, along with the help of several other Fallbrook residents, he launched the Fallbrook Adopt-a-Senior 2020 Facebook page. "I've always said that Fallbrook reminds me of my little hometown in Rifle, Colorado," Sigmon said. "That's where I came across this idea because I saw on Facebook that they were doing this for my hometown. I'm an alumnus, so I adopted a senior and I grabbed somebody from a local business here, had them...
Murrieta Valley High School alumni Jonny West, 23, was eliminated after advancing to the Top 5 on Season 18 of "American Idol" on ABC Sunday, May 17. West was eliminated from the Top 2 along with Francisco Martin and Dillon James, leaving Just Sam and Arthur Gunn to battle for the title, which Sam ultimately won. The road to the finale was long and winding for West, who was quarantined at home in Studio City with his girlfriend and former fellow contestant, Margie Mays. The la...
The boys and girls of summer are missing from Fallbrook’s sports fields these days – and there’s no indication that they will be back anytime soon. Nationally, even the most optimistic projections indicate that youth sports could begin to start in August, which eliminates an entire season for sports such as baseball and girls’ softball. For the first time in history, the Little League World Series has been canceled, having been held every year since 1947. The coronavirus pandemic, and the state and county restric...
It wasn't quite a Black Friday level of frenzy in downtown Fallbrook as last weekend was the first time since early March that retail businesses could reopen. But, it's a start. All around town, there was more activity than usual with retailers such as 100 Main, Shop Around the Corner, The Spoiled Avocado and Mimi's Boutique and others had activity within them when before there was none. On Thursday, May 7, Gov. Gavin Newsom and Dr. Mark Ghaly, secretary of California Health...
Before reaching out to the students and families of students scheduled to graduate in the coming weeks, Fallbrook High School principal Narciso Iglesias and principal Michael Gray of Oasis and Ivy high schools spoke with the Village News on a Zoom call to explain what was about to take place. “We’re going to be communicating to our families that we are going to celebrate our students via virtual graduation,” Iglesias said. “It’s been a tough, tough year. Believe me, my heart is completely broken, and I know that nothing I...
While one local singer didn't quite make it, another finds themselves as one of the frontrunners to win "American Idol" Season 18 on ABC, according to judge Katy Perry. Sitting flanked by his mother and his grandmother, Perry told Murrieta's Jonny West that she thinks he could win the whole thing. "I'm 100% sold," Perry told West after his performance of "Amazing Grace" performed with his own twist on the traditional classic. "I personally think you should win this...
Olivia Ximines, 16, of Menifee will not be going through to the top 10 on ABC's "American Idol," though two more performers with local ties are still in the mix for the title. On the second edition of the show that has shifted to a perform-from-home format, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Murrieta native Jonny West was moved through to the top 10 thanks to votes from the show's fans and he performed an original rendition of "Faithfully" by Journey. "You never look like you're...
In fall 2019, Fallbrook High School varsity football head coach Troy Everhart had roughly a month to prepare his Warriors for the upcoming season. He was forced to do so after previous new hire, Jim Fisher, left the program, July 4. Fisher was offered the position March 12 and began with spring practice and recruiting Fallbrook students March 18. But by July 4, Fisher announced he would be resigning, citing a job offer his wife received to be the head field hockey coach at...
Darryl Charles wasn't sure if the program offered by Homes for Our Troops was for him. "I guess in the beginning I was being stubborn," Charles said in a phone interview. "I thought it was a great organization, but I didn't think I would be suitable for it. I felt that there were others who would benefit more from receiving one of these homes." It wasn't until a friend, another recipient of one of the specially adapted custom Homes for Our Troops homes, convinced him otherwise...
The third time was a charm for Fallbrook resident Kattie Corirossi, who was scheduled to be on the longtime CBS game show "The Price is Right" Wednesday, May 6. Village News interviewed Corirossi before the airing of the episode, which was scheduled after the deadline for the newspaper. Needless to say, she couldn't say much about how she did on the show, but she was happy to talk about what a great time she had. "I can honestly say, since I'm not married and I don't have any...
Connor Eckert, 14, is just doing for everyone else in his community that which gives him the most joy and peace – playing his bagpipe. Most evenings, the eighth-grade bagpiper who competes all over Southern California practices his craft, sending tunes into the evening sky. "He practices his bagpipes every day and hopes that people can hear his music through the hills of Fallbrook and find comfort during this scary time," his mother Cat Eckert said. "I started playing the b...
When stay-at-home restrictions were handed down from county, state and national government officials due to the COVID-19 outbreak, many people began limiting their trips outside, even for essential services. But according to All Star Physical Therapy owner and director William Atkins, the full-service therapeutic office in Fallbrook has remained open as it was deemed an essential business, treating patients in a variety of ways – while making sure to do it safely. "As an e...
