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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Watersheds are land areas that drain water through the streams, creeks, lakes, and rivers to a common low point, and out to the Pacific Ocean. The Santa Margarita Watershed is one of 11 within San Diego County. It begins east of the Palomar Mountains near Oak Grove, and that water flows into Riverside County down through Temecula, into the Santa Margarita River and forks through Camp Pendleton and into the Pacific ocean. The complexity of this water-flow is important to...
FALLBROOK – One of the attributes that makes Fallbrook such a special place is the rural character of a small town. Even as the population grows and new homes and businesses are built, Fallbrook retains its natural beauty and open spaces, thanks in large part to the Fallbrook Land Conservancy. The FLC is a local, 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to acquire, protect, and manage open space in perpetuity for the benefit of wildlife and the community. A great w...
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FALLBROOK – A Leer Fallbrook is celebrating its 20th annual day of literacy and service Saturday, July 27, and is honored to announce Viridiana Diaz, vice president of student affairs at California State University San Marcos, as the event keynote speaker. The three student winners of the poetry and three student winners of the essay contests will also be recognized. The original March event was canceled due to inclement weather, but will still be held at Maie Ellis Elementary School at 400 W. Elder St. in honor of Cesar C...
FALLBROOK – Local author Patricia Watts will be interviewed by our own Nancy Heins-Glaser at the April meeting. The topic is "Celebrating the Voices of Older Women." This is a demographic that is too often dismissed and denigrated by society. People over the age of 50 can be great and wise and interesting (at the very least) and they offer our community the benefits of their life experiences. Watts helped to write the script for the AAUW project film "Women Talk," recently sho...
PALA – The Pala Band of Mission Indians will host a buy back event for gun safety in partnership with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department on Saturday, April 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tribal Administrative Building, 12196 Pala Mission Road. During the event, individuals will be able to exchange guns for gift cards with no questions asked. Important safety equipment such as cable locks and security boxes will also be available for free while supplies last. “We are proud to be hosting a gun safety and buy back...
FALLBROOK – Friends of the Fallbrook Library will hold its annual general meeting Thursday, April 18, in the community room at the library at 2:30 p.m. All current members of FOFL are invited to attend for an informative and participative session. The FOFL board will share its goals for the new fiscal year May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025. The organization will vote on the new board of directors who will take office May 1. We will share our proposed budget to fund and support the many programs held at the Fallbrook L...
SAN DIEGO – Orchid appreciators, growers, and vendors from the U.S. and abroad will celebrate the orchid at the San Diego County Orchid Society 2024 spring show and sale, in Balboa Park the weekend before Earth Day. Orchids of the Earth is free admission and runs Friday to Sunday, April 19-21. "Visitors can explore, firsthand, the beauty and variety of the orchid world," said SDCOS Past President and Show Committee Chair Debby Halliday. "With hundreds of plants on display, a...
MGPA Architecture was awarded the Bonsall Unified School District contract for the design of a new playground and shade shelter at Bonsall Elementary School. The BUSD board voted 4-0 Wednesday, Jan. 17, with Michael Gaddis absent, to approve the architectural services contract with the Carlsbad company. MGPA Architecture will be paid $19,800 for the work. “It’s a great thing,” BUSD superintendent Joseph Clevenger said. The existing playground at Bonsall Elementary School will be demolished. The new playground will inclu...
Col. (Ret.) Allen B. Clark, age 100, of Corte Madera Ca passed away on March 11, 2024. He was born in Meadsville, Virginia, on Sept. 9, 1923, and was the son of Alpha Beta Clark and Flossie Blanche Clark both of Virginia. He was the sixth of seven children, all of whom predeceased him as did his wife Virginia Myers Clark and son Allen Bedford Clark. He is survived by his son Aric B. Clark and wife Helen of San Rafael, California, and daughter-in-law Diana Clark of Gilbert,...
Long time Fallbrook resident Paul Bourque passed away peacefully at Palomar Medical Center on March 8, 2024, following a valiant effort fighting lung conditions. Paul is survived by wife Iris and two sons, Justin, wife Carly and grandsons Gage and Gunnar of Lakeside, California; Andre and partner Brianna Mulrooney and step-grandson Troy of Portland, Oregon, and stepdaughter, Shauna Segundo of Rancho Santa Margarita. Other surviving family members include sisters Anne Marie (Jo...
BONSALL – The Bonsall Rotary Club held two events in March honoring Bonsall Unified School District's students. First, in early March, the philanthropic organization which promotes "service above self" honored Bonsall High School student Orlando Mencias. A junior at Bonsall High School, Mencias was recognized for his outstanding academic achievements as well as his leadership on the Bonsall Varsity Baseball Team. Mencias, who is the son of middle school teacher and high s...
FALLBROOK – The Monserate Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution recognized a "Good Citizen" from the St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School. This outstanding student was Luc Staricka, an eighth grade student who exhibits the qualities of a good citizen in his home, at school, and also in his community. Luc exhibits many qualities of a good citizen, but one that the teachers and staff at his school recognize and appreciate is that Luc works with a special needs student o...
BATON ROUGE, La. – Marcelina Swan of Fallbrook was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Swan was initiated at University of Maryland Global Campus. Swan is among approximately 25,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10% of seniors and 7.5% of juniors are eligible for...
Hope Clinic for Women held its 19th Annual Inspiring Hope Gala March 15 at SonRise Christian Fellowship. With the support of the community, HCW has continued to offer its free services but needs help to keep growing along with the needs of its clients. Executive Director Carolyn Koole reported that on the services provided in 2023: 23 babies were born to moms in the program; 1,040 client visits provided 4,050 free services; 71 free pregnancy tests and 88 free ultrasounds were...
SAN DIEGO – The County of San Diego Planning & Development Services would like local residents’ feedback on the revised draft Fallbrook Sub-Area Plan. The plan aims to provide a long-term vision to revitalize Fallbrook’s village core by improving pedestrian mobility, access and safety, attracting and retaining residents, businesses, and visitors while maintaining the rural community character. The plan involves several components including: · Fallbrook Village Zoning Amendments · Updated Community Design Guidelines · Main Ave...
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Woman’s Club is presenting a production, “The Fallbrook Follies,” on June 2 at the Mission Theater. It will be an afternoon of entertainment with music, dance, vaudeville acts, comedy and more with local talent. If anyone loves sharing the stage, there is space for them. The FWC is one of a few clubs to have the designation of owning its clubhouse. The Fallbrook Woman’s Club Carriage House is a historical building and is in need of updating and repairs. The purpose of this fundraiser is to preserve...
FALLBROOK – Scouts BSA is the all-girl version of the Boy Scouts – the Scouts in Troop 731G earn merit badges, camp, learn outdoor skills, hike, backpack, attend summer camp, do local fun activities such as bowling and earn Eagle rank just like a traditional Boy Scout Troop. In addition, Scouts BSA is an organization that teaches morals, ethics and life skills. Girls ages 10 to 18 are welcome to join and explore their interests, serve their communities and discover new tal...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 7, and Seamus 5, over the years. Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer. (Cuddling on the sofa, near bedtime)... Jameson, age 5: "Is there such a thing as a Son Day?" (Excited that Jameson has finally taken an interest in the days of the week, after an entire school year of reviewing it every day)... Mom: "Yes! There is a Sunday!" Jameson: "When is it?" Mom: "Tomorrow. Today is Saturday, so tomorrow is Sunday." Jameson: "No, no, not Sunday. Son Day." Mom: "Yeah, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday..."...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District announced the commendation of two Potter Junior High School students, Isabella Magana and Bentley Nash, as Rotary Students of the Month by the esteemed Rotary Club of Fallbrook. Recognizing the significance of acknowledging students who demonstrate exceptional academic prowess and exemplary leadership qualities, the Rotary Club selects two students from a local school each month. Isabella Magana and Bentley Nash, b...
Ching Lee California Farm Bureau Federation As California farmers struggle through impacts of rapid swings between intense drought and severe deluge, the state's water chief emphasized the need to better manage flood flows and groundwater during wet periods to improve water supply reliability during dry periods. Karla Nemeth, director of the California Department of Water Resources, highlighted some of the work already underway during the state's weather whiplash in recent...
FALLBROOK – Planning to buy a home in San Diego? Let’s ensure you’re financially prepared with this Financial Checklist for Home Buyers. Financial checklist for home buyers • Do a financial checkup. Know your credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and savings. This will give you a clear picture of your financial readiness and help you set a realistic budget for your home purchase. It’s best to reach out to a mortgage officer or financial adviser. • Get pre-approved. Submit financial documents to a lender, who will assess your cr...
Spring is an excellent season for spending more time outdoors. And if your home has a sizable outdoor space, that’s even better. A patio or yard presents so much opportunity: You can play with your kids or pets, invite the neighbors over for a cookout, or simply relax and enjoy the weather as it warms. Before you do all of that, though, you should think about updating your outdoor space. Need help getting ready for spring? Here are some ideas: Install string lights. Give your...
Susan Ellen Folsom, 61, of Ilwaco, Wash., passed away on March 14, 2024. Susan was born on Jan. 12, 1963, to Karl and Bette Burchstead in Worcester, Mass. In 1996, she met Mark Folsom and they wed in 2001 going on to have two children, who were added to Susan's older four children. Susan excelled at propping up all those who were in her life and supporting them through the many passions and difficulties of their lives. She made it her mission to improve the lives of others,...