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  • Cal Reed: Naval officer, Oscar nominee and devoted family man

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Calvin “Cal” Reed March 30, 1924 -- June 17, 2006 Cal Reed is a man who will be missed not only by his close friends and family, but also by friends who have known this humble Christian man since he was a boy. One of his friends, actress Betty White, said she would “have given anything to be at his service,” but is 84 and still working. She regretted that she needed to be on the set of the television show “Boston Legal” the day of Cal’s service. Cal worked as director and associate producer of a show called “Life with El...

  • Fourth of July Celebrations call forth the best of summer's bounty

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Tender sweet corn, juicy plump tomatoes, crisp cucumbers….what a bounty comes to us as we create celebrations of freedom next week. Surely as we take time to thank God for all of our freedoms, and be grateful to all who serve and have served our county, every cook has the opportunity to participate with their personal best. For me it is hard to choose what’s the best! There are so many that are not only good tasting, but associated with wonderful memories of people and places that I love. So, then, here is my culinary sal... Full story

  • Sundowner with an Irish flair

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    The Fallbrook Chamber Sundowner was held June 21 at JJ “Purty” Landers Irish Pub....

  • View heroes' names

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    A Chicago-based firm, Legacy.com, has a Web site that honors those who have given their lives for our freedom. View the names of heroes on this site, www.legacy.com....

  • Awards given to SeniorNet instructor

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    FALLBROOK — One of Fallbrook’s SeniorNet instructors recently enjoyed exceptional success in the Electronic Arts, Digitally Altered Photography competition at the San Diego County Fair. Using a medium that many would concede to artists half his age, Greg Ballerino took home prizes in both the ‘Digitally Altered and Before and After’ categories. This technique typically begins with a single digital photograph that is then dramatically altered during hours of creative enhancement and refinement, using powerful computer capabil...

  • Edward Jones offers investing program

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Edward Jones investment representative Kent Borsch of Bonsall is hosting a free broadcast presentation titled “Create an Incredible Travel Experience” at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 11, at 5256 South Mission Road, Suite 807, Bonsall. Peter Greenberg, “Today Show” travel editor and chief correspondent for the Travel Channel, is the guest speaker. Greenberg’s expert, practical advice will help viewers discover unique destinations tailored to their sense of adventure and budget. To reserve a seat or for more information about the...

  • Medical community volunteers for youth

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    FALLBROOK — Eleven medical professionals volunteered their expertise and time on June 10 to provide physicals for boys and girls participating with the Fallbrook Pop Warner Football and Cheer organization. Dr. Robert Pace also volunteered the use of his office for the morning. Pop Warner Little Scholars is the largest youth football, cheer and dance program in the United States and is the only national youth sports organization that requires scholastic aptitude to participate. The objectives of Pop Warner Little Scholars a...

  • Car Club donates to Relay for Life

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    FALLBROOK — On June 17 the American Cancer Society held its annual Relay for Life in Fallbrook. Over 250 walkers were pre-registered to take part in this event. A total of five relays will be held in San Diego on different weekends during the summer. The Fallbrook Vintage Car Club is proud to support their efforts for such a worthy cause and the countless volunteers who work so hard. Members of the club said it is “never too late to contribute to this and other charities that are working hard to help stamp out the many deb...

  • Hospital Auxiliary awards scholarships

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    The Fallbrook Hospital Auxiliary has had the privilege of awarding 18 scholarships to new students entering the medical field or students who have already been studying at college in the medical field. Fallbrook High School had five students who are entering the medical field this year, one student from a private school and nine students already attending college. The scholarship winners are Sai-Han Ackerman, Asher Bartch, Ashley Kempf, Jillian Levi, Christina Metzler, Lakeisha Nacoste, Brenda Torres, Cassandra Will, Kristin...

  • Logan honored for contributions

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    FALLBROOK — On Tuesday, June 13, Sam Logan of Major Market was commended for his contributions to Fallbrook Village Rotary’s efforts in supplying their “Adopted Battalion,” Combat Logistic Battalion 5 (CLB5), which is presently deployed in Iraq, with items not available through the military. Mr. Logan helped the club, through Major Market, to purchase items available in his store at a very reasonable price. The items purchased in Major Market made up the majority of the items, with which club members filled 28 boxes destine... Full story

  • Gamble 92 and still going strong

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Lloyd and Joyce Gamble have been married 64 years and he is 92 years of age. They have lived in the Fallbrook area for decades. When asked what he attributes to his long life, Mr. Gamble responded, “Hard work, excellent genes and faith....

  • Mammoths and mastodons in Bonsall? Find the answers at the San Diego Natural History Museum!

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Did mammoths and mastodons roam the Bonsall countryside? The fossil record points in that direction. View the evidence at the new exhibit, Fossil Mysteries, at the San Diego Natural History Museum. The exhibit, which is scheduled to open on July 1, is a permanent exhibition, encompassing 9,700 square feet that will enhance their already extensive paleontology exhibit. Several mastodon bones and teeth found in the “San Luis Rey River area east of Oceanside” are now on display in the new exhibit. A fossil mastodon tooth in exc...

  • Exploring the Dark Side of the Sun

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Despite the warnings of experts, millions of people continue to go about their days with little concern about sun damage. However, too much sun exposure can significantly damage human skin in varying degrees. Whether you are walking the dog, heading out to the car, sitting indoors by a window or spending time outside when it is cloudy, you are being exposed to harmful UV rays. The heat of the sun dries out areas of unprotected skin and depletes the skin’s supply of natural lubricating oils. In addition, UV radiation can c...

  • Summer Sun Can Cause Skin Cancer for Kid Campers

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Most adults are smart enough to know that the sun can prove quite damaging to the skin. Children, however, are a different story, a scary thought since children tend to spend more time in the sun than adults. For parents, protecting children from the sun is no easy task, as you can’t be with your kids at all times, especially if kids are away at camp or if you’re busy at work. Parents and kids should know as well that a sunburn today can come back to haunt you tomorrow. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, a bad sun...

  • Coldwell Banker announces top agents

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Coldwell Banker Landmark Group announced Top Producing Agents for May....

  • Willis Allen Real Estate opens new office in Fallbrook

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Pictured at the grand opening of Willis Allen Real Estate’s Fallbrook office are President/CEO Andy Nelson, Jeanne Stuart, Vice President Bud Clark, Branch Manager Kristine Creed, Administrator Kim Sanford, Bob Hillery and Lou Ellen Tapia.... Full story

  • Rainbow Valley Grange continues fair participation

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    During preparations for the San Diego County Fair, Grange Fair Team Leader Ed Komski found an interesting piece of Grange history on the fair Web site’s history page. The very first San Diego agricultural fair, organized by National Ranch Grange #235, took place in National City in 1880. According to the Web site (www.sdfair.com): “The National Ranch Grange Society organized a precedent-setting event with just two months’ work and only volunteer labor. The purpose of the original extravaganza was to showcase agriculture. Exam...

  • Cool summer fun

    Updated Jun 29, 2006

    Linnea Dale, 4, takes a big jump into her mother’s arms and the cool waters of the swimming pool at the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County Fallbrook unit Tuesday afternoon.... Full story