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Articles from the December 26, 2019 edition


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  • 5 tips for designing a home for persons with disabilities

    Elisabeth Lentulo|Updated Jan 15, 2020

    FALLBROOK – Designing a home takes on a new meaning when someone in the family has special needs. Function has to be an important consideration to make it easy for every family member. So, we must ensure that the house provides the support they need to lead a safe, fuss-free and happy life. Here are things to keep in mind when designing a home for our loved ones with physical disabilities: Doorways One should easily enter, exit, and move around rooms in the house especially f...

  • Warriors girls soccer prepares for league season

    Joe Naiman, Village News reporter|Updated Dec 26, 2019

    A 2-0 home loss Dec. 19 against Rancho Buena Vista gave Fallbrook High School's girls soccer team a season record of 0-4 to begin the 2019-20 season. "We had a rough start," said Fallbrook coach Sergio Garcia. The power rankings which are the primary factor in CIF playoff selection and seeding include strength of schedule as well as win-loss record, and Garcia believes that the Warriors' pre-league schedule will prepare his players for Valley League and postseason play as...

  • Fallbrook Chorale performs Christmas concert to sold-out crowd

    Updated Dec 26, 2019

    The Fallbrook Chorale, under the direction of Denny Lang, performed their Christmas concert to a sold-out crowd Saturday, Dec. 14, in the main sanctuary at SonRise Christian Fellowship. Many traditional carols along with some new songs, accompanied by orchestra, piano and organ, were enjoyed by all. The audience also enjoyed a sing-along accompanied by John Redford on the organ. The group's spring fundraiser, entitled "Fallbrook Joe and the Magic Caboose," an original story...

  • Gov. Gavin Newsom announces Healthy California for All Commission

    Updated Dec 26, 2019

    SACRAMENTO – Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the launch of the Healthy California for All Commission and appointed health experts in business, philanthropy, academia and labor to serve, Dec. 18. The commission will work to develop a plan for advancing progress toward achieving a health care delivery system for California that provides coverage and access through a unified financing system, including, but not limited to a single payer financing system. The commission will prepare an initial report to the governor and L...

  • This Wine & a Bite is merry and bright

    Updated Dec 26, 2019

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  • BUSD board considers mission statement

    Will Fritz, Associate Editor|Updated Dec 26, 2019

    The Bonsall Unified School District Board of Trustees will vote on whether to adopt a new mission and vision statement at its first meeting next year. Bonsall Unified Superintendent David Jones presented a newly-drafted mission and vision to the trustees at their meeting Dec. 18. Jones said making sure the district – which was officially formed in 2014 – has a coherent mission and vision has been one of his priorities since he was hired in 2017. “What is the mission of the school district?” Jones said he wondered. “Couldn...

  • Community parking lot shares renegotiated

    Will Fritz, Associate Editor|Updated Dec 25, 2019

    The local owners of the trust that governs the community parking lot adjacent to the Fallbrook Library are planning to spin off the county’s portion of the lot. Don McDougal, owner of Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens and trustee of the Fallbrook Parking Trust, said an agreement has been reached with San Diego County – which purchased three out of nine shares in the trust in order to gain the appropriate amount of parking credits for the new library that opened in 2011 – to have the county forfeit its shares in the trust...

  • Martha Ann Warner

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    Martha Ann Warner, known as Marty to her family and friends, passed away peacefully the night of Dec. 16, surrounded by her children. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the second daughter of Carl and Virginia Ivens, Marty had two sisters. The family moved to Knoxville, Tennessee, and then to Columbus, Ohio. Marty attended high school as well as college on the campus of Ohio State University and graduated with a business degree. She was a proud Buckeye! After graduation, she and...

  • Snowballs can be made with coconut and popcorn

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – While we usually don't get snow, you can have a snowball fight of a different kind when you offer up treats that even Ebenezer Scrooge would love. Children will need to use the same kind of pressure to make these coconut flaked sweets as they do to meld snowflakes. But packing popcorn with melted marshmallows and butter is easy and edible. Just be sure to allow the mixture to cool before handling. Add a candy cane for an extra pop of flavor and to use up l...

  • Howard F. Eberly

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    Howard F. Eberly passed away on Dec. 16, 2019 after 92 years of living life well and joyfully, while doing his best to make the world a better place. Though born in Indiana, he found a home and made his life in Fallbrook. He moved to Fallbrook in 1968 with his wife Charlene and children Jon and Janice to the property he would spend the rest of his life caring for – a home he nurtured and grew for more than 50 years. Dad launched his career as a Navy pilot – starting from Gle...

  • Make the holidays a little sweeter

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – What would the holidays be without platters full of homemade cookies? It's that time of year for pulling out favorite recipes and filling the house with delicious aromas and delectable treats. This recipe for "Stareos" from "Classic Stars Desserts" (Chronicle Books) by Emily Luchetti adds a gourmet spin to a popular chocolate sandwich cookie. Stareos Makes 18 cookies Chocolate Shortbread 11/2 cups all-purpose flour Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa p...

  • Year-end is time for some New Year's financial resolutions

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – Have you thought about your New Year's resolutions for 2020? When many people make these promises, they focus on ways they can improve some form of their health. They vow to get more physically healthy by going to the gym, or they promise to improve their mental health by learning a new language or instrument. But it's also important to think about financial health – so it's a good idea to develop some appropriate resolutions for this area, too. What kinds of fin...

  • It is always a blue Christmas at one Fallbrook home

    Jeff Pack, Staff Writer|Updated Dec 25, 2019

    If you're passing by Carol Hanson's Fallbrook home during the holiday season, you probably wouldn't be able to tell that she has a unique Christmas collection on display inside her home. "We have just very simple decorations out front and we live on our back patio, except when it's very cold," Hanson said. "I do have a little bit of decoration back there, but mostly it's in the main part of the house." The "it" Hanson is referring to is the collection of 700 blue Santa...

  • Ameriprise Financial hosts holiday party

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – Steve Rohde, Ameriprise Financial Advisor, had a holiday warming office party located at 1114 South Main Avenue, Dec. 5. Clients, friends and family attended the event which offered holiday cheer along with food and drink. Steve Rohde is an Ameriprise Financial Advisor and a franchise owner. Rohde can be reached by calling (760) 645-3735 or by email at [email protected]. Submitted by Steve Rohde, Ameriprise Financial Advisor....

  • Palomar College Places Superintendent/President on Leave

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    SAN MARCOS – At an official meeting Dec. 17, the Board of Trustees of the Palomar Community College District placed Superintendent/President Joi Lin Blake, Ed.D., on paid administrative leave effective immediately pending an investigation. The Board made it clear that this action is not disciplinary and is being taken as a precautionary measure to protect all parties. Jack Kahn, Ph.D., has assumed administrative responsibility of the District by the operation of Board Policy 2432. In short, the policy provides for a...

  • Mission Theater to hold fundraiser

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – The Mission Theater at 231 North Main in Fallbrook is hosting a fundraiser for the Election Integrity Project of California, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-political organization, showing the movie “Man Of The Year,” starring Robin Williams. The fundraiser will be held Saturday, Jan. 11, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Sun Reality located at 431 South Main in Fallbrook from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Ticket costs are $10 if purchased in advance and $15 at the door. Submi...

  • DeMaio to speak at Fallbrook Republican Women meeting

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – To kick off the New Year the guest speaker for the Jan. 10 meeting of the Fallbrook Republican Women of California will be Carl DeMaio. DeMaio is best known for his radio show, “The DeMaio Report,” which aired from 3-6 p.m. daily on KOGO AM 600. DeMaio is currently running for the 50th Congressional District. Judges running for Superior Court will also be introduced. Monthly meetings are held at the Pala Mesa Resort, 2001 Old Highway 395, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. For reserved seating arrive no later than 9 a.m. The $...

  • Fallbrook Community Center hosts blood drive

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Community Center is hosting a blood drive in partnership with the San Diego Blood Bank Thursday, Jan. 2, from 12:30-5:30 p.m. in their parking lot at 341 Heald Lane. Anyone 17 and older, who weighs at least 114 pounds and is in good health may be eligible to donate blood. A good meal and plenty of fluids are recommended before donation. All donors must show picture identification. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment to donate, but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment or for m...

  • Youth rugby season starts in January

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Youth Rugby is underway for the 2019-2020 season. Fallbrook Youth Rugby kicked off the season with a clinic run by the Fallbrook High School Warriors boys' rugby team, Nov. 16, as a league fundraiser. "The league had a great turnout with many new players excited to learn the sport of rugby, which is why we hold these clinics, to introduce Fallbrook Rugby to as many athletes as we can," Jen Day said. Youth between the ages of 7 to 12 are welcome to come ou...

  • North County Aviculturists to hear presentation Jan. 4

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    VISTA – North County Aviculturists, a club for pet bird owners and breeders, will have the pleasure of a presentation by Jill Thorburn Saturday, Jan. 4. Thorburn is well-versed on the Princess of Wales Parakeets from Australia. Join in as Thorburn explains the best practices to keep these beautiful, gentle birds happy and thriving. A meal will be provided at the 5:30 p.m. event to be held at the Vista Masonic Center, 761 Eucalyptus Ave. in Vista. NCA is a 501(c)(7) - Social and Recreation Clubs' organization. For more i...

  • Lucore inducted into Pickleball Hall of Fame

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – Before she ever heard of pickleball, Jennifer (Youngren) Lucore grew up in Bonsall and graduated from Fallbrook Union High School in 1984. She played on the varsity tennis team and continued her tennis at Palomar College and onward. She was recently inducted into the Pickleball Hall of Fame, as the first female athlete and competitor, during the USAPA National Championship in Indian Wells in November. The Pickleball Hall of Fame was formed in 2017 to recognize i...

  • Fallbrook Niners celebrate 50 years of friendly golf

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    FALLBROOK – At their Christmas luncheon at Pala Mesa Dec. 12, the Fallbrook Niners celebrated 50 years of golf and camaraderie with Champagne, cake and an awards ceremony. President Leticia Maldonado Stamos thanked the 20 long-term members for their loyalty and announced the winner of the 2019 Club Championship – Patti Waterman. She in turn recognized the most frequent winner of this annual event, Maureen Mitzner. An ornament exchange followed, plus donations of food ite...

  • Warriors win big against Rancho Bernardo

    Jeff Pack, Staff Writer|Updated Dec 25, 2019

    The Fallbrook Union High School Girls Rugby team started the league season fast with a win over Rancho Bernardo High School Saturday, Dec. 21, at Ingold Field in Fallbrook. Sophomores Julia Tippin and Tiahna Padilla got the Warriors off to a quick start with early tries and conversions by Shelby Tippin....

  • Sheriff's Log

    Updated Dec 25, 2019

    Dec. 13 2400 block S. Stage Coach Ln Arrest: Possession of marijuana on school grounds Dec. 15 3700 block S. Mission Rd Battery Dec. 16 1000 block E. Mission Rd Battery 800 block Tumbleweed Ln Arrest: Domestic battery 700 block Convertible Ln Arrest: Domestic battery 35800 block Blue Breton Dr Burglary 3100 block Via De Todos Santos Burglary 5500 block Mission Rd Arrest: Outstanding misdemeanor warrant Dec. 17 1000 block N. Stage Coach Ln Petty theft 1100 block S. Mission Rd Arrest: Public intoxication 900 block N. Stage...

  • Zoning Administrator approves replacement wireless tower on Palos Verdes Drive

    Joe Naiman, Village News reporter|Updated Dec 25, 2019

    The county's Zoning Administrator approved the replacement of a wireless communications tower in southeastern Bonsall. Eric Lardy, who served as the Zoning Administrator for the Dec. 19 hearing, approved a modification to the previous Minor Use Permit to allow Crown Castle to reconstruct, operate, and maintain the facility in the 31900 block of Palos Verdes Drive. In addition to replacing the monopole with a false tree, a height exemption to the Zoning Ordinance was granted to accommodate the taller false tree. Lardy's...

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