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BONSALL – During October, Tavi, Wild Wonders' youngest cheetah, and Yara, his yellow lab companion, will celebrate their second anniversary together. These two have been best buds since they were introduced two years ago. Tavi had a rough start in life. He was an only cub, and frequently mother cheetahs will either abandon solo cubs or stop lactating. Because of Wild Wonders' long history of experience with cheetahs, Wild Wonders was selected to be his forever home. Yara w...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Teal and white are now the official colors of Vallecitos Elementary School. The Oct. 10 meeting of the Vallecitos School District board included a 3-0 vote, with Terese Kristensen absent and one vacant seat, to adopt a resolution which recognizes teal and white as the official colors of Vallecitos Elementary School. “It’s formally establishing the school colors as teal and white,” said Vallecitos School District Superintendent and Chief Business Officer Meliton Sanchez. “We are excited...
SACRAMENTO – Cal Fire is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign: “Cooking safety starts with you. Pay attention to fire prevention.” The campaign provides an opportunity to educate everyone about the simple but important actions individuals can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking. According to the NFPA, the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week, cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United S...
Peter Hecht Special to the Village News California reservoirs are brimming at historic levels after a water year described as akin to a "miracle." Lake Shasta, the largest reservoir in the federal Central Valley Project that provides water to over 3 million acres of farmland, stood last week at 131% of its historic average water level. Lake Oroville, the cornerstone of the State Water Project that supplies water to 27 million people, stood at 136% of its historic average...
FALLBROOK – Senior Gleaners of San Diego County, a volunteer organization with a mission to address community hunger, is available to the Fallbrook area with local volunteers. Joe Strasser of Fallbrook joined its board of directors earlier this year. Strasser serves as the local crew leader. He is working closely with local food distributors, such as the Fallbrook Food Pantry. The group needs more volunteers and donations of surplus fruit for them to pick. The group s...
Jane Kepley Special to the Village News "Marry the house, date the rate" is a common phrase in the housing industry, especially since mortgage rates have risen throughout 2023. But it's not just a phrase; it's a strategy too. It's simple: Focus on finding your dream home – the one you want to live in for the long haul – and treat today's higher rates as a temporary path to get there. Then, you can commit to refinancing once interest rates drop. While this is a logical app...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The North County Fire Protection District will be contracting with Howells Government Relations to provide federal advocacy support services. The contract was approved on a 5-0 NCFPD board vote Tuesday, Sept. 26. Howells Government Relations will be paid a $7,500 monthly retainer along with reasonable expenses to represent the fire district. “That was a big deal,” NCFPD fire Chief Keith McReynolds said. In August 2022, the NCFPD board approved a contract with Hoch Consulting for services to id...
FALLBROOK – A new equestrian haven has emerged at 4431 S. Mission Road, as Fallbrook Hills Riding Club unveils its state-of-the-art barn and the arrival of esteemed dressage trainer Kimberly Monk. With her training expertise and track record, Monk brings an unrivaled opportunity for riders of all levels to learn and excel in the art of dressage. Beginners and advanced riders alike will find themselves immersed in a supportive and nurturing environment, designed to foster g...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Governing Board came together at its regular meeting Monday, Oct. 2, to pass Resolution No. 06-23/24, recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15, through Oct. 15. The resolution was passed unanimously, highlighting the district's commitment to celebrating the diverse and rich heritage of its Hispanic and Latino community. Fallbrook has a deep-rooted connection to Latin American history, dating back to 1769 w...
Pre-Kindergarten – First Grade First place: Fatima Nieto – "USA is Love" Second place: Ava Berkey – "Peace, Love, and Fireworks" Third place: Amaya Berkey – "Loving Heart Flag" Second – Fourth Grade First place: Axel Sergent – "Glittering, Glorious Freedom" Second place: Iris Pollard – "Firefighters" Third place: Jesse Pawlowski – "Military Pride" People's Choice: Joe Pawlowski – "Land of the Free" Fifth – Eighth Grade First place: Daniel Legge – "Backyard Barbeque" S...
Ellen Fusco Special to the Village News On Friday, Oct. 6, the Fallbrook Food Pantry hosted our 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at The Hearth. We had 26 attendees as we gathered to express our heartfelt gratitude to our volunteers who are a group of extraordinary individuals who make a difference assisting to alleviate hunger in our community every day. Volunteers are the backbone of any community. They give their time, energy, and expertise freely, asking for nothing in...
Julie Reeder Publisher At the regular Fallbrook Union Elementary School District's Oct. 16 board meeting, long-time resident Dr. Connie Fish was appointed with a unanimous vote to fill the fourth district governing board position. The appointment came after the seat was vacated by board president Stacey McRae. Dr. Fish said, "I'm shocked and amazed because there were so many qualified people. I'm really pleased that they're giving me a chance." When asked what she's most...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The North County Fire Protection District board approved the 2023-2024 NCFPD budget. The board’s 5-0 vote Tuesday, Sept. 26, adopted a budget which anticipates $25,313,900 in revenue. The budget forecasts $23,719,160 of operational expenses while a $7,578,000 capital budget will reduce district reserves from $13,268,403 to $7,265,103. “We’ve established a capital facility reserve account,” NCFPD fire Chief Keith McReynolds said. The $1,042,000 in the capital reserves is not included in the...
Tracy DeFore County of San Diego Communications Office As of Tuesday, Oct. 10, registered voters in the Fourth Supervisorial District, City of Chula Vista, Fallbrook Public Utility District and Rainbow Municipal Water District can return their mail ballot at any one of 48 official ballot drop boxes located around the districts. Mail ballots are enroute to nearly 600,000 registered voters for the Nov. 7 special election and are expected to arrive this week. Only the voters who live in each of those districts can vote in their...
FALLBROOK – October marked another month in which the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club gave away proceeds earned from its annual Memorial Day Weekend Car Show back to the community. The Fallbrook Vintage Car Club uses proceeds from its annual car show to support local groups and programs such as schools, senior community outreach programs, sports programs, military families, and other worthy local causes that work to keep their community thriving. FVCC also has a scholarship p...
TEMECULA – Everyone makes mistakes in many areas of life. These mistakes are usually fairly harmless – we took a wrong turn while driving, used the wrong ingredients in a recipe and so on. But sometimes, our mistakes can be costly – especially those connected to investing. Here are some of the most common investment mistakes. Too much buying and selling Some people find it exciting to constantly buy and sell investments in the pursuit of big gains. Yet, frequent trading can work against you in a couple of ways. First, it ca...
ESCONDIDO – Assemblymember Marie Waldron, R-Valley Center, commemorated Hispanic Heritage Month recently by honoring five individuals who have shown what it means to give back to the community and make it a better place to live. Michael Pacheco, a member of the Palomar Health District Board, dedicated decades of service as a first responder in both the medical and fire departments, applying his expertise in emergency planning for major events in San Diego and volunteering his time at various organizations. Oscar Cifuentes, a...
SAN DIEGO – More than 100 Fallbrook residents joined Reform California Tuesday, Oct. 10, for a town hall meeting to learn about the fight to stop costly tax hikes and utility rate spikes in California – as well as efforts to protect Proposition 13. The town hall meeting was led by Carl DeMaio, chair of Reform California and former San Diego city councilmember, who is headlining similar events around the county leading up to the 2024 elections. "Californians already pay the...
Derwin Lee Williams, 86, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, passed away on Oct. 4, 2023, from Central Nervous System Lymphoma. He was born on Sept. 18, 1937, in Longview, Washington, to the late Ynola and Robert Williams. Derwin was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, whose life exemplified the values of love, integrity, and kindness. Derwin dedicated his life to serving others, both in his professional career and volunteer work. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp from...
CORONADO – Honor Flight San Diego took 87 World War II, Korea and Vietnam-era veterans from San Diego to the District of Columbia, Sept. 29, to Oct. 1, in the nonprofit’s second flight in 2023. The three-day trip, which is made at no cost to them, is a time for veterans to visit the memorials built for their sacrifice and to honor them for their service. Honor Flight San Diego is part of the Honor Flight Network and is one of the approximately 130 hubs nationwide. Honor Flight San Diego is a 501(c)(3) designated non...
Bryce Herndon was a devout Christian, beloved husband, loving father, faithful son, adored grandfather, cherished brother, and loyal friend to many. He was also a revered patriarch, awarded "Master Pilot" by the FAA for over 60 years of flying without accident or violation, an accomplished tenor, successful businessman, avid snow skier, water sports enthusiast of all types: Air chair, kayak, canoe, snorkeler, scuba diver, water skier, and beloved boat captain; horseback rider,...
Ava Sarnowski Writer Produced by resident theater company, Fine Arts Network, the musical "Catch Me If You Can" will be playing for three weekends at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, through Sunday, Oct. 29. The production will also be backed by a full live orchestra onstage, alongside the performers, creating a jazz-style event. "Catch Me If You Can" follows Frank, a runaway teenager who flees from his unhappy, broken home. He embarks on a new adventure, conning...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News Wow, there is a lot of entertainment this month. You will want to grab your calendar to book seats for these upcoming shows like "Spiderman." It's only here for one night Saturday, Nov. 4, at Broadway San Diego, and it's playing at the San Diego Civic Theatre downtown at 3651 Fourth Street, followed by "Mama Mia" opening Tuesday, Nov. 7. Remember to buy parking at the Wells Fargo Bank building just a few blocks away. For...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Artists Association (FAA) welcomes Buffy Kaufman, a watercolor pour artist working in transparent watercolor with alternative media and techniques on Saturday, Oct. 21. Kaufman uses intriguing color choices and delicate design, creating captivating pieces that draw the viewer in. She will create a beautiful watercolor painting of Dune Primrose Wildflowers and will be demonstrating how to use permanent masking fluid to block in shadows and watercolor p...