Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Garden Club will present Diana Roy, of Resendiz Brothers Protea Growers, as the guest speaker at the Dec. 10 general meeting. The holiday season is a great time to explore the wonderful world of protea and learn how to use these amazing botanicals to create unique and elegant arrangements. It's the time to embrace the beauty of the season and transform ordinary holiday décor into something extraordinary. Roy was born and raised in Southern California and... Full story
On a crisp Sunday afternoon, Dec. 1, Peppertree Community Park was alive with laughter, creativity, and the sweet aroma of gingerbread. About 20 people of all ages gathered for the neighborhood's beloved annual Gingerbread House-Making event, a holiday tradition lovingly orchestrated by Tracy Daniels. For the past five years, Tracy has transformed this cherished tradition into a heartfelt gift for her friends, family, and neighbors. The preparation begins the day before, as...
Linda Marie Wilson, 64, passed away peacefully at her home in Fallbrook, California, on Nov. 6, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Linda chose to exercise her right under California's End of Life Option Act, living her final moments on her own terms, as she had always lived her life. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Linda moved to Fallbrook in 2017 with her beloved husband, Peter Wilson. She quickly became a cherished member... Full story
On Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the age of 87, Virginia Ann Allison ("Ginger"), an incredible wife, mother, sister, and teacher was called home to the loving arms of Jesus. She was born to Andrew Rausch and Veronica O'Farrell in Mandan (Bismarck), North Dakota in 1937 and soon afterward the family moved to Pomona, California when her father got a new job in banking. Ginger had a wonderful childhood with sister Claudia and very supportive parents who adored each other and... Full story
Rex Wayne Jackson went peacefully into the arms of his Savior Nov. 16, 2024, Kalispell, Montana. Born March 4, 1943, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Rex grew up with his three brothers working construction jobs with his father, playing football and wrestling at Southport High School. He was accepted into Milligan College, Johnson City, Tennessee, on the word of his high school wrestling coach, "He can do it. Give him a chance." He found a home and another family at Milligan,... Full story
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Roger Lee Kosmerl on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Roger, 86, passed away at home in Fallbrook after a long struggle with Alzheimer's and a stroke. He was the second oldest of four sons born June 10, 1938, to John Kosmerl and Jennie Jerman in Buffalo, New York. The four brothers were each one year apart and they were very close in school and sometimes in a bit of trouble. He grew up in Buffalo and attended the University of New... Full story
FALLBROOK – Monserate Christian Academy, an Acton affiliate, renowned for its learner-driven model, is taking a bold approach to civic education and leadership training by fostering real-world skills and experiences that prepare learners to thrive as active, engaged citizens. Through a unique combination of Town Meetings, studio-based elections, and public exhibitions, Acton Academies provide learners with essential tools to navigate, participate in, and contribute to their c...
SAN MARCOS – Bravura, Palomar College's literary magazine, was recognized as the best community college literary magazine in the western region – and the third best in the nation – at a national conference of community college educators. Four student writers for Bravura also received recognition for their contributions to the magazine. "We are so proud of our students and what they are able to do," said Palomar College Associate Professor Stacey Trujillo, who along with Assoc...
The Bonsall Community Sponsor Group has recommended that the County of San Diego approve a time extension for the planned Marquart Ranch subdivision. A 5-0 sponsor group vote Nov. 12, with sponsor group chair Steve Norris and vice-chair Larissa Anderson absent, recommended a two-year time extension for the project. The time extension would not change any design or condition of the parcel map. In October 2007, the county’s Planning Commission approved a tentative map to subdivide the 44.2-acre Marquart Ranch property into n...
SAN DIEGO – The California Office of Traffic Safety has awarded the San Diego County Sheriff's Office a $422,000 grant that will fund a year's worth of special operations and campaigns designed to stop drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Impaired driving checkpoints, patrols and distracted driving/traffic enforcement will all be funded by the grant. "We are grateful for the California Office of Traffic Safety's support as we continue our efforts to keep i...
Eco-friendly home updates can lessen your impact on the environment, and they typically can save you money on utilities as an added bonus. You don’t even have to make significant updates to reap the rewards. Sometimes, even small or low-cost changes can make a big impact. If you want a more sustainable home, here are some projects you might want to consider. · Switch to LED light bulbs. This is a quick and easy change that can make your household lighting much more ef...
FALLBROOK – On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Republican Women of California will be celebrating President Trump’s win at their annual Membership Gala along with the installation of their 2025 officers. All are invited to join them on Jan. 10, 2025, when their guest speaker will be Brian Blacher, co-founder of the Shield of David. In 2025, the Republican Women of California-Fallbrook will be celebrating the club’s 75th anniversary. The Republican Women of California is a women-led organization welcoming Republican men and women... Full story
FALLBROOK – Santa Claus returns to delight children of all ages this holiday season. Since time immemorial, generations of children have enjoyed the magic of a visit with the one-and-only Santa Claus. That cherished holiday tradition will return again in person to take pictures and visit with all the children, young and old. To bring the wonder of the season closer to local children, the Fallbrook Masonic Cemetery, in conjunction with Wreaths Across America and the local American Heritage Girls Troop, has asked Santa to s... Full story
Warm up the kitchen! Thanksgiving, our biggest day of feast is back. And if you're cooking, the last thing you want to do is serve your family and friends plentiful platefuls of salmonella, listeria or other dangerous bacteria. Those sickening things can be carried by your turkey, stuffing, vegetables, salads and desserts – if you're not prepping, cleaning and cooking right. Fortunately, there are some simple rules to keep you and everyone else happy and safe. Bone up on t... Full story
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced Nov. 14 that qualified California homeowners can save money on energy bills and make their homes more energy efficient through new heat pump rebates. In addition to saving money on energy bills and increasing energy efficiency, the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEEHRA) aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve indoor air quality. Income-qualified, single-family homeowners may receive rebates of up to $8,000 to reduce the cost of purchasing and installing a n...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Union Elementary School District schools celebrated Unity Day on Oct. 16 with a variety of inspiring activities, reinforcing themes of kindness, acceptance, and unity. Unity Day is an important day in the district's calendar, encouraging students to foster a positive, inclusive community through small acts of kindness and thoughtful gestures. Students and staff participated in activities that encouraged creativity, collaboration, and compassion. T...
FALLBROOK – The Good News Club is starting another year with an energy-filled program and children that are returning from last year. Leader Colleen Sharp asked "How could life be more of a surprise each week than to be with children? We have been up and running for a month now, and the kids are really great." According to Sharp, they were able to purchase Children's Bibles because of generous donors and, with direction, children find out what God says about His son, Jesus. Th...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Woman's Club is holding an online fundraiser to pay for much-needed repairs to the quaint blue buildings (circa 1876) at 238 W. Mission Road. As a nonprofit service organization formed in 1907, they have strong ties to the community and utilize the buildings for many community events. They are seeking donations from the community to raise $15,000 to repair electrical, plumbing, structural, access, and roofing. Donating is easy. Log in to their B... Full story
VISTA – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will hold a Community Christmas Festival, an interfaith celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Dec. 14-15, from 5-8 p.m. at 451 W. Bobier, Vista. Free admission for all to come and enjoy live music, food, a live nativity and creche displays from around the world. Submitted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.... Full story
The county has made $11.5 million available to finance the creation of affordable housing to benefit low-income people and unsheltered veterans. The notice of funding availability (NOFA) was created from a combination of funds: · $6.5 million from the federal HOME Investment Partnerships program, · $3.5 million from the county’s Innovative Housing Trust Fund, · $1.5 million from the state’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation program. The NOFA also includes the opportunity to apply for Project Based Vouchers through both t...
EL CAJON – The partnership between Cal Fire and the University of California San Diego's ALERTCalifornia has advanced the fight against wildfires statewide. Since its inception in July 2023, this collaboration has improved wildfire detection, response times, and public awareness, keeping us all informed and prepared. The VideoWall is the newest addition to ALERTCalifornia’s technology investments statewide. Located in the San Diego Interagency Emergency Command Center, the VideoWall provides real-time intelligence to Cal Fire...
FALLBROOK – Carrying on a tradition that was launched in 2005, CalRTA Division 81 awarded close to $3,500 in teacher support grants to 18 recipients this year. Since the program's inception, over $30,000 have been awarded to date. Durable teaching materials such as headphones, books, and science equipment were among the items funded. Teachers from all four local school districts were represented. Despite the fact that CalRTA Division 81 is merging with Division 45 and will n...
FALLBROOK – Fire protection agencies utilized Rainbow Municipal Water District's Rapid Aerial Water Supply (RAWS) tank to aid in suppressing the Garden fire, a fast-moving brush fire that broke out Friday afternoon, Nov. 8 near Lake Garden Drive in Fallbrook. Fueled by Santa Ana winds and dry, flashy vegetation, the fire spread quickly, threatening nearby homes, and prompting precautionary evacuations. The North County Fire Protection District, Cal Fire, and several a...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Climate Action Team will present a talk by Pam Heatherington, Environmental Center of San Diego Director, on the 30x30 Plan on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Heatherington was raised in San Diego and was treasurer for the San Luis Bay Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation, commissioner on the Atascadero Planning Commission, a founding partner of the Marine Interest Group of Morro Bay, and founding member of the Organization for Regional Coastal A... Full story
Bill Macy, Major USMC Retired, was born in San Francisco in1931. He graduated UC Berkeley where he met his best friend, Dean Crowder. He then joined the Marine Corps and was a White House Aide under President Eisenhower and an Aide to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy. He served a tour in Korea and two tours in Vietnam before retiring in 1972. He then started his second career as a teacher. He taught English at Vista High for five years and social studies at Fallbrook High... Full story
