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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Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Reuben Hofshi, passed into glory on Aug. 13, 2024. He was born in Baghdad, Iraq in 1943 to Baruch and Rachel Abed, but as a youth, changed his surname to Hofshi, which means "Living Freedom." Reuben had been a resident of Fallbrook since 1975. He was a great lover of agriculture, particularly avocados, and a visionary for avocado research and the avocado industry. In addition to numerous other contributions to... Full story
FALLBROOK – In 1994, key leaders within the Fallbrook area formed a community foundation, created for the long-term benefit of those living in the area and the nonprofits supporting the region. Mike Dunlap, Helen Monroe, Fred Vaught, Jon Frandell, and Don Zech envisioned a tremendous opportunity to launch a community foundation solely dedicated to serving the furthermost regions of San Diego North County. Their planning and expertise aimed high, each dedicating their expertise to creating a foundation that would award g... Full story
FALLBROOK – The national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) will donate homes to Navy HM3 Max Rohn and Navy HM3 Redmond Ramos on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event will be held at 362 Sheila Lane, at 9 a.m. (Check-in at 8:30 a.m.) The public is welcome to attend and tour the home after the ceremony. On May 2, 2009, during his first combat deployment, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Rohn was serving with the 2nd Marine Headquarters Group in Fallujah, Iraq, when his vehicle was struck by an RKG-3 grenade. HM3 Rohn s... Full story
FALLBROOK – Calling all singers, the Fallbrook Chorale is starting rehearsals. The chorale welcomes anyone interested to sing with them as they begin preparations for their Christmas Concert, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 14, at SonRise Christian Fellowship. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday, Sept. 17, at SonRise Christian Fellowship, 463 S. Stage Coach Lane. On the first night, newcomers are asked to arrive early at 6:00 to get situated with music, etc. The chorale is looking f... Full story
BONSALL – Bonsall Unified School District has announced the culmination of a two-year journey that has resulted in the creation of a new Learner Profile, a multi-year focus initiative, and a refreshed district logo. These developments are the result of an extensive collaboration with the renowned education specialists at Learner-Centered Collaborative and the active involvement of the Bonsall community. Two years ago, BUSD embarked on a mission to align its educational objectives with the core values of the community. To g...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 8, and Seamus, 6, over the years. Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer. Mom: "My friend is gonna let us borrow 2 swings that look like tents that we can hang from the ceiling inside our house." Seamus, age 3: "But when we grow up and we still want to swing, will it hold our weight?" Mom: "I know this is hard to believe but when you grow up you're gonna want to move out to your own house." (Sounding angry at his mother, as if she had just lied... Full story
SACRAMENTO – California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday announced Aug. 28 that #CaliforniansForAll College Corps is back for its third year, sparking enthusiasm across the state as college students gear up to make a significant impact in their communities. The overwhelming demand for College Corps is evident, with nearly 10,000 applicants vying for available positions, underscoring the program's significant appeal and impact on students. More than 3,000 students were selected from partner campuses to participate during t...
The North County Fire Protection District has plans to replace Station 4 in Pala Mesa, and the replacement will not need to undergo California Environmental Quality Act review. The NCFPD board voted 5-0 Aug. 27 to find the replacement of an existing facility to be categorically exempt from CEQA. The action also approved the fire station project, although a construction contract will be approved at a future board meeting. “They did declare the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act,” said NCFPD fire chi...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister has $867,171 in unclaimed funds that he is trying to return to its owners by Sept. 22, before it is rolled into the General Fund. “If you have done business with San Diego County in the last three years, including paying property taxes, you could be on the Unclaimed Monies list,” said Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister. Each year, the Treasurer-Tax Collector and other county departments have thousands of dollars that are owed to taxpayers. This usually re...
The Rainbow Municipal Water District has used a contractor for maintenance of Rainbow’s steel tanks since 2003, but Rainbow will likely be performing future work in-house. Rainbow’s board voted 4-0 Aug. 27, with Cari Dale absent, to terminate the contract with USG Water Solutions. Before Rainbow actually initiates the in-house work, Rainbow General Manager Jake Wiley will renegotiate a potential contract with USG or another qualified firm. If a draft agreement is reached, the contract will be brought back to the board for con...
FALLBROOK – Daughters of Norway Hulda Garborg Lodge celebrated the 15th anniversary of its institution on Aug. 10. Twenty-one members and two guests (Grand Lodge Judge Karen Karpen and her husband) attended the luncheon after a short meeting. First full-term lodge president Ronna Clymens (from Banning) spoke as did past president and current Grand Lodge President Joy Cook (Fallbrook). Treasurer Lucette Moramarco gave a slide show presentation on the lodge's history which i...
FALLBROOK – Now is the time for businesses and residents to create, rent, buy or update scarecrows for Fallbrook Scarecrow Day Oct.1-31. The ScareCREW has scheduled workshops to assist in building, touch ups, revamping, creating or whatever needs to be done on your scarecrow. The workshops provide any assistance needed to build and create scarecrows. Frames, body parts, and even clothing are available and can be purchased for participants convenience. Workshops are a... Full story
The Fallbrook Public Utility District board approved the purchase of a replacement scrubber for FPUD’s wastewater treatment plant. The 5-0 vote Aug. 26 authorized FPUD staff to enter into a contract with PureAir to purchase a PureAir EGS-8 scrubber for $315,583.13. PureAir, which is in suburban Atlanta, will sell the scrubber for $294,250.00 while FPUD will also pay $21,333.13 in sales tax. “The current unit, it’s past the point of refurbishment,” said FPUD General Manager Jack Bebee. The disinfection system at the water r...
Ahead of peak wildfire season, County Animal Services is offering pet preparedness information to the public and is working with community volunteers who can assist in the event of an emergency. Animal Services staff have participated in three emergency response and preparedness fairs to offer guidance and resources on pet disaster preparedness. Additionally, staff have hosted six comprehensive trainings for a dedicated group of about 70 volunteers. Training covers essential...
When it comes to home repairs and renovations, doing it yourself can be tempting. After all, it could save you money and you won’t have to vet contractors or deal with strangers in your house. Plus, showing off a project you completed can give you bragging rights. It’s not always the right move, though. It can be dangerous, and it also could lead to needing further repairs if done incorrectly, potentially costing more in the long run. If you’ve got home repairs or updat...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California weighed vote for MWD member agencies is based on the assessed valuation of each of MWD’s 26 agencies. The county auditors of the six counties which have MWD member agencies have until Aug. 15 to provide the certified assessed valuation to MWD. MWD does not require board action to update the weighted vote, but MWD staff reports the information during the August board meeting which is held the third Tuesday of August rather than on the n...
FALLBROOK – It's the end of summer at Boys & Girls Clubs of North County. Club members had a fun-filled summer thanks to the club's community partnerships. The club's summer partnerships with other nonprofits and local organizations were important to the overall summer experience for the club members. Fallbrook Regional Health District helped sponsor the Water Safety Program during the summer. The club not only teaches kids how to swim, but it also teaches them how to r...
SAN MARCOS – Despite nationwide obstacles from the Department of Education and the unprecedented FAFSA issues affecting financial aid processing, Palomar College announced their disbursement of federal and state financial aid will occur by Sept. 6. Although this represents a one-week delay from the usual Pell Grant processing timeline, the college is distributing over $1 million in emergency grants of $250 each to eligible students who have completed a financial aid application and demonstrated financial need. A...
Alec Charles Mayall, born June 4,1985, died July 25, 2024. He was born and raised in Hemet, California. After graduating with Honors from Hemet High School, he attended Cal Poly University San Luis Obispo graduating with degrees in Horticulture and Computer Engineering. With his love of nature and agriculture he opened his own company in 2014. He specialized in Avocado Grove management in Fallbrook, Temecula, DeLuz, Valley Center and surrounding numerous areas. Alec was a... Full story
The county’s Zoning Administrator approved a modification to the Minor Use Permit for a wireless communications facility in southern Bonsall. The Aug. 22 decision by Zoning Administrator Connor McGee allows Crown Castle to revise, operate, and maintain an existing wireless facility in the 2100 block of Bautista Avenue. The permit is for a period of 15 years and expires on Aug. 22, 2039, although it could subsequently be extended by a modification. The 2.54-acre property has rural residential RR zoning and a semi-rural r...
FLINT, Mich. – Matthew Kuhn of Fallbrook was named to Kettering University's spring 2024 dean's list. Kuhn is majoring in mechanical engineering and is a member of the class of 2027. The Dean's List recognizes overall academic performance based on the student's term grade point average (GPA). To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must satisfy the following requirements – be a degree-seeking student with a minimum term grade point average of 3.5, no grades below B, and a minimum of 16 earned credits for the term. "Be... Full story
FALLBROOK – Scouts BSA Troop 731 and Cub Scout Pack 738 are excited to announce a free Open House event on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Fallbrook VFW Post 1924, 1175 Old Stage Road. The event will take place from 6-8 .p.m. and the scouts invite families with girls and boys in kindergarten through age 17 to join them for an engaging evening. Kids will have fun participating in hands-on activities led by Scouts, like Pinewood Derby races, a rain gutter regatta, and Dutch oven c...
Bonsall – Bonsall Unified School District announces the addition of two key staff members who will join its educational community this school year, bringing a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and commitment to our students. BUSD welcomed Tiffany Suetos as the new Assistant Principal at Sullivan Middle School. Suetos brings over 18 years of experience in education, having begun her teaching career in 2006. Originally from San Diego, she earned her Bachelor of Science in k...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Alumni Association, Inc. invites all “Forever Warriors” to its Annual “Picnic in the Park,” Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Live Oak Park. Traditionally held on the third Sunday in October, this year’s picnic slogan is: “And We Meet Again!”. Promising a fun-filled afternoon, the “Assn” members are busy planning the “Party.” The Park is waiting. The FUHS Ag Department students will offer their delicious Tri-Tip lunch (which is optional) for $25. Those who wish to bring their own lunch are welcomed... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all to attend a brunch event in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon, doors open at 9:15 a.m. for shopping. The program will feature Nancy Roux, an artist and photographer, who sees things, things inside of things that are often overlooked. Just as a painter creates artwork with brush and canvas, Roux creates artwork with camera and computer. Fueled b... Full story
