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Articles from the March 19, 2015 edition


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  • Sheriff's Log

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    February 17 1400 block Alturas Rd. Found property February 26 1800 block Acacia Ln. Simple battery March 1 5200 block S. Mission Rd. Arrest: Receive known stolen property March 2 unknown address Appropriate lost property; theft by use of access card info, less than $950 2400 block S. Stage Coach Ln. Petty theft from building March 4 1800 block Gum Tree Ln. Threaten crime with intent to terrorize 200 block Mission Ridge Ln. Miscellaneous incidents 5700 block Camino del Cielo Tamper with vehicle March 5 100 block S. Stage...

  • Sheriff's Lt. discusses body cameras at meeting

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    At his most recent Community Advisory Group meeting on Thursday, March 12, Lt. David Gilmore, commander of the Fallbrook Sheriff's substation, sought discussion and input on the prospect of local deputies wearing body cameras. Deputies do not have the cameras yet, but according to Gilmore, the San Diego County Sheriff's Dept. is seeking to purchase them. "The idea behind using body cameras is to increase public confidence ," explained Gilmore. "It is a means of documenting what happens in the field." He indicated many law...

  • Trial date set for woman accused of murdering son-in-law

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    A Fallbrook woman who is accused of shooting and killing her son-in-law made another appearance in Vista Superior Court Tuesday, March 10 where a jury trial date was set for Sept. 8. Cynthia Katherine Cdebaca, 63, who has been charged with first-degree murder, continues to be held on $5 million bail. She was taken into custody Feb. 11, 2014 following the death of 53-year-old Geoward Flores Eustaquio, who was married to Cdebaca's daughter, Laura Salinas, at the time. Cdebaca, who lived with the couple and their teenage childre...

  • Winton sworn in to Fallbrook Healthcare District

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Dr. Frank Winton was sworn in to the Fallbrook Healthcare District (FHD) board of directors as a replacement to Lynette Shumway on Wednesday, March 11. Shumway felt it necessary to vacate her position because her employment obligations took her out of the community for extended periods of time. The term filled by Winton extends to the general election of November 2016. Five individuals presented letters of interest in application to fill the current board vacancy. The board...

  • Girls have fun playing rugby in prom dresses

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – The fourth annual Prom Dress Rugby Match was played on March 7 by members of the Fallbrook Girls Rugby Club (FGRC) including the coaches. The "friendly" game consisting of U15 and U18 players, and coaches, showcased fashionably outfitted players in formal and semi-formal dresses. The girls and coaches chose the dresses at local thrift shops or from Coach Marin Pinnell's bag of frocks, and accessorized with ribbons, bows, and cleats. Tackles were not easy on the d...

  • Community Read speaker will be Alan Russell

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – The Friends of the Fallbrook Library Annual Spring Luncheon speaker for 2015 will be Alan Russell. The event is on Thursday, April 2 at Pala Mesa Resort ballroom. A native and long-time resident of California, Russell currently lives in Encinitas. An excellent writer and speaker, he was Amazon’s bestselling author in December for his latest book, Guardians of the Night, which will be featured in Community Read activities, including a book talk on Tuesday, Mar...

  • Stephens crowned "Mr. Fallbrook" by FUHS ASB

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Senior Rickey Stephens was crowned Mr. Fallbrook 2015 at an event directed by Mike Lilly and the Associated Student Body (ASB) of Fallbrook High School. At the Feb. 25 event, he is flanked by current Miss Fallbrook Claire Ginther, left, and First Princess Sarah Engebretson, right, along with the 2015 Miss Fallbrook contestants....

  • Person takes first place in Rotary 4 Way Speech Contest

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Village Rotary Club recently held its 2015 Rotary 4 Way Speech Contest. First place winner was Emilee Person, who spoke about the price and value of college. Person said she is hoping to attend UCLA and become a nurse. She won a $100 prize. Winning second place was Taylor Frazier, who spoke about animal rights and animal cruelty. Frazier has worked in an animal shelter and has strong feelings on the topic. She was awarded $75. The third place winner w...

  • St. Peter's students win second place at academic decathlon

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School took home multiple awards at the 19th Annual Academic Decathlon Competition for the Diocese of San Diego, held at St. Augustine High School. The St. Peter’s team won second place overall in the Super Quiz competition which is the premier event consisting of 10 students from each school answering 50 questions in five different categories: science, social studies, literature, fine arts, and religion. In addition, two stu...

  • Montague graduates from Whitworth University

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    SPOKANE, WASH. – Maggie Montague of Fallbrook has graduated from Whitworth University summa cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree in English. Whitworth is a private, liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church. Approximately 3,000 students are enrolled at the school....

  • Kennedy replaces Sanford as Rainbow's CWA representative

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Tom Kennedy has replaced Dennis Sanford as the Rainbow Municipal Water District representative on the San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA) board. Sanford's final SDCWA board meeting as a director was on Jan. 22, and the CWA honored him on his retirement that day. Kennedy was seated during the CWA's Feb. 26 meeting. "I look forward to sending a dedicated delegate from Rainbow to this body well into the future," Sanford said. Member agency representatives on the CWA board are selected by their agencies' governing bodies. A...

  • Motorcycle and car collide leaving exposed live wires on S. Mission

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    A motorcycle collided with a vehicle at 1535 S. Mission Rd. at about 3 p.m. today, Thursday, March 19. The vehicle then hit a light pole according to CHP communications which indicated the pole was down with live wires exposed. The motorcycle rider was conscious but possibly injured. One lane was open in each direction at as emergency crews dealt with the situation. The light post came crashing to the ground exposing live electrical wires. Injuries to the rider are not clear...

  • Meals that combine avocados with raw carrots or tomato sauce increase beta-carotene absorption

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Healthy recipes that feature avocados are a popular topic of discussion for Fallbrook cooks. With March being National Nutrition Month, interesting reports regarding making informed food choices have come to the Village News that are worthy of sharing. As we know, avocados are an incredibly delicious, healthy food option. They not only provide a unique, buttery taste, but they score high on a healthy eating plan, including aiding in vitamin absorption. One piece of...

  • Five things people should eat every day

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The popular saying goes “we are what we eat.” This is why experts often emphasize how important it is to have a balanced diet. But what does this really mean? March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect time for everyone to consider what they’re putting on their plates and review healthy eating habits, if they don’t already know them. “Proper nutrition should include items from all five food groups,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer. “A balanced diet and being physically active...

  • Healthcare district launches W.O.W. for women

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Healthcare District is pleased to announce a program for women titled Woman of Wellness (W.O.W). Its purpose is to educate women in matters of physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being by offering a variety of monthly programs to women of all ages regarding their personal health and wellness choices. There is no cost to join or to attend. The first W.O.W event will take place in the community room of Fallbrook Library on Thursday, April 2, fro...

  • Fallbrook Chorale appreciates Village News 

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    A special thank you to Village News editor Debbie Ramsey and assistant editor Lucette Moramarco. On behalf of the Fallbrook Chorale executive board and members, please accept our sincere thanks for all that you do to help make the chorale visible in Fallbrook and surrounding communities. We especially appreciate the half-page coverage of our “Spring Wine & Song” gala in your March 12 issue. The Village News is our primary link to the communities from which our members volunteer to sing with the chorale. We can always rel...

  • BREAKING: Men rescue Murrieta crash victim, truck explodes seconds later

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    A man was rescued from a fiery truck crash, ending with an explosion late Wednesday night, March 18 in Murrieta. The crash on the southbound side of Interstate 15 was reported at 11:40 p.m. just north of California Oaks Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. “My best friend and I just left the Anaheim Ducks game and we are driving back to home in Murrieta… we were about to get off the freeway southbound at Cal Oaks,” Noah Treadway, 26, of Murrieta said, adding he was still bothered by the wreck. “Out of nowhere...

  • Sheriff's deputies search for parolee near Fallbrook High School

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    At approximately 8:30 a.m. this morning, Sheriff's deputies deployed the ASTREA helicopter to help search for a parolee living in Fallbrook. According to Sheriff's Sgt. Patrick Yates, Fallbrook deputies were conducting compliance checks this morning on individuals that are on monitored parole status when they went to a home near Fallbrook High School where one lives. "When he became aware that deputies were at the home, he took off out a back door, in his pajamas," said Yates. "We asked to have the helicopter go up to aid in...

  • Motorcycle accident blocks one lane each way on S. Mission

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    About 3 p.m. today, Thursday, a motorcycle collided with a vehicle at 1535 S. Mission Rd. The vehicle then hit a light pole according to CHP communicatons which indicated the pole was down with live wires exposed. The motorcycle rider was conscious but possibly injured. One lane is open in each direction at this time as emergency crews deal with the situation....

  • Medi-Cal is in crisis

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Assemblymember Marie Waldron AD-75 (R) Last June, the legislature approved a budget for the 2014-15 fiscal year. Though it was an improvement over past budgets, I voted "no" for a number of reasons, including the continuing failure to adequately compensate Medi-Cal providers. In 2011, when California was bleeding red ink, Medi-Cal provider rates were cut by up to 10 percent. These cuts proved financially devastating to healthcare providers throughout California, including some in this region. In addition, many doctors were...

  • Vintage Car Club dedicates Whit Whittinghill memorial plaque

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    Fallbrook – On March 6, a plaque honoring the late Whit Whittinghill was dedicated and affixed to the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club’s (FVCC) memorial bench located at 120 S. Main Ave. The memorial bench was established in 2011 with the passing of Fallbrook notable Marvin Van Voorst as a means for the FVCC to honor past members who gave their time and dedication to support the many people and organizations in need throughout the local community. Whittinghill passed away on Jan. 30...

  • Tea Party to hear update from anti-Obama former Marine

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – When the Fallbrook Tea Party meets on Thursday, March 26, it will hear an update from former Marine Sgt. Gary Stein, who was "forced out of the Marine Corps" for being anti-Obama in 2012. He will talk about his case against the government and the situation other members of the military are in. Stein started the Armed Forces Tea Party and is regularly on the Rick Amato show. In addition, a couple of "surprise" guests are expected; attendees might like to bring children and/or grandchildren. The meeting will b...

  • Mah Jong Tournament on March 27

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – A Mah Jong tournament will be held on Friday, March 27 at the Fallbrook Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane, to benefit worthy causes. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m. Lunch and beverage provided with $20 entry donation; prizes; raffle. To reserve a spot or for more information, call Eileen Barnes at (760) 731-1476....

  • Rainbow Girls to hold informational meeting

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Rainbow Assembly #137 is holding an Information Night on March 24, at 7 p.m., at the Fallbrook Masonic Center, 203 Rocky Crest Road. If anyone knows a girl or has a daughter between the ages of 11 and 20, they are invited to come. During this time they will learn about this nonprofit organization that teaches leadership, public speaking, confidence, self-respect, patriotism, and service in a safe environment with programs of wholesome activities. It is o...

  • Learn about Gourmet Gardening on March 31

    Updated Mar 19, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Botanist, educator, writer, radio and television personality Nan Sterman will be speaking to the Fallbrook Garden Club at their March 31 meeting at 12:30 p.m. Her presentation, entitled "Gourmet Gardening," will focus on growing new, specialty, and gourmet varieties of fruits, herbs, and vegetables. Sterman writes award-winning articles for newspapers and magazines, as well as having written books on California gardens. In 2005, she and her business partner p...

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