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  • Free Start Smart driver's class for teens offered Feb. 2

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    FALLBROOK – Officers with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and San Diego Country Sheriff’s Department will team up to present a free driver safety program for new and future teenage drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 and their parents and guardians on Wed., Feb. 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fallbrook Public Utility District, 990 E. Mission Road. Officers will discuss traffic collision avoidance techniques, collision-causing factors, driver/parent responsibilities, and seatbelt usage. In addition, testimony will be g... Full story

  • Area women invited to join Excalibur

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    FALLBROOK – Daughters of the British Empire of Southern California, Inc., (DBE), Excalibur Chapter, will hold their monthly luncheon and tea meeting at 11 a.m. on Jan. 27 at a private Fallbrook residence. The DBE is an organization of women of British Commonwealth heritage. For information about visiting Excalibur or any of the other six DBE chapters located throughout San Diego County, contact state organizer Liz Feess at (760) 438-0448 or [email protected]. For information about the organization, visit...

  • Wilderness bill subject of Sierra Club meeting

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    TEMECULA – Santa Margarita Sierra Club will meet on Thursday, Jan. 20, at 7 p.m. at Rancho California Water District Headquarters, 42135 Winchester Road. Monica Argandona, Southern California Conservation Director of the California Wilderness Coalition will be discussing the status of Congressman Darrell Issa’s “Wilderness Bill” that would significantly increase the size of the Beauty Mountain and Agua Tibia Wilderness areas in San Diego County. Social time starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Jim Mitch...

  • Vallecitos School is recruiting new leader

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    RAINBOW – The Board of Trustees of the Vallecitos School District has selected Michele Fort-Merrill from the San Diego County Office of Education to assist with the recruitment of a new superintendent/principal. Fort-Merrill will hold a community forum Jan. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in rooms 3 and 4 at Vallecitos School on Fifth St. The community is invited to share expectations, concerns, and qualifications regarding the hiring of a new superintendent/principal. Translation services will be available....

  • Re: 'Why do my values, without believing in God, scare you?' [Letter, Village News, 12/30/2010]

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    As a theist and Christian, I respect Jeff Nelson’s choices and values but do not fear them. I also argue with many of his inferences. The late Anthony Flew, famous Oxford philosopher, converted from atheism to theism after studying the design evident in the intricate and complex molecular structure of the cell, concluding this could only come from a mind, the mind of God, and we must follow the evidence. What about the evidence for the “big bang,” the cosmic event, the origin of space, time, matter and energy which requi...

  • Re: 'Why do my values, without believing in God, scare you?' [Letter, Village News, 12/30/10]

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Do your atheistic values scare believers in God as you propose, Jeff? What is scary is the ungodly behaviors of those who refuse to accept an authority higher than themselves. We humans all have faith. The atheist’s faith that the vast universe and an earth teeming with intricate life and beauty came into being without an intelligent designer seems unreasonable and illogical to me. The vast majority of this nation’s founders held a deep belief in the God. Our Declaration of Independence proclaims that human rights come fro...

  • Information for FPUD ratepayers

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    The following information is provided for FPUD ratepayers, as I promised. Previous FPUD Director Gebhart criticized me concerning 2010 Staff (a.k.a. management) salary increases. Gebhart claimed that FPUD GM Lewinger did not receive 2009-2010 cost of living increases. However, GM Lewinger received a new consulting contract for a minimum of one year starting on July 6, 2011, at a rate of $250 per hour for either a minimum of 10 hours or actual hours spent (which could mean as much as 1,000 hours or more) providing services to...

  • Peace on Earth

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    A few weeks ago, I received a card with words and music for the Christmas carol “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” It has five verses, the first and last are hopeful, but the singer loses hope in the middle verses, because “hate is strong and mocks the song of peace on Earth, goodwill to men.” On Christmas Eve, the pastor said that Jesus was God’s greatest gift to the world; we should give thanks and be grateful. I did not hear the pastor say what (I think) Jesus said, “Love your neighbor as yourself; love your enemie... Full story

  • Re: Why do my values, without believing in God, scare you [Letter, Village News, 12/30/10]

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    I am a Christian and a reasonable man. Mr. Nelson states that he is an atheist and a reasonable man. I am happy to hear he is reasonable. A reasonable man will listen to defense of a point contrary to one he holds. If God exists, a point contrary to Mr. Nelson’s beliefs, God is infinitely more adequate than I to defend Himself. If Mr. Nelson, as a reasonable man, is sincerely seeking the truth as to whether God exists or not, he only needs to ask God to manifest Himself to him. If God exists, he will honor that sincere r...

  • Wayside Caf

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    As the new owners we would like to offer a Meet and Greet for the valued customers of Wayside Café. We understand that Wayside Café has been a staple in Fallbrook for many years and we are excited to be a part of this community for years to come. We are implementing new techniques and ideas to help us become more efficient, so that overall your visits are highly satisfying. As we put into place these processes, we would like to know what the Wayside means to you, what it has brought to the community, and what you want to s...

  • Mary Frances Trail

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Mary Frances Trail passed away Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011 in Fallbrook, Calif. She was born in Post, Texas on Sept. 2, 1920 to Geneva and Tom Marable. Mary attended Brawley High School in Brawley, and married Kenneth R. Trail in El Centro in 1940. She worked as a receptionist at El Patio in La Mesa and owned Evie's Hair Fashion and Boutique. Mary was a member of several square dance associations in San Diego for over 60 years. She also greatly enjoyed oil painting, golfing, and playing the organ. Mary was spunky, funny, and a...

  • Carol Mae Cullen

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Carol Mae Cullen, 75, of Fallbrook, Calif., left this world to be with the Lord on Jan. 4, 2011. She was born on Feb. 11, 1935 in Norton, Kansas to Sandy and Thelma Depew. She married Bill Cullen of Omaha, Nebr. He died on Jan. 30, 2000. Carol attended Kansas State University. She worked for Braniff International Airways as a flight attendant. She gave much of her time volunteering for the Angel Society Foundation of Fallbrook, where she acted as president. Survivors include two sons, Chris and wife Tracy Cullen of Poway;... Full story

  • Robert "Bob" Carr

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    It is with a heavy heart that Margaret Carr announces the death of her beloved husband Robert “Bob” Carr on Jan. 6, 2011. Born in Bronx, N.Y. and a resident of Bonsall for over 20 years, he will be sorely missed by friends and family. A memorial mass will be held in his honor at a later date. Arrangements were made by Berry-Bell and Hall Fallbrook Mortuary.... Full story

  • James Willard Sparks

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    James Willard Sparks, 57, passed away Jan. 7, 2011 in Escondido, Calif. He was born April 12, 1953 in Camp Lejeune, N.C. After graduating from First Colonial High School in Virginia Beach, Va. (1971) and Palomar College (1973), he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was medically retired in 1974. Jim loved his art work and mathematics. He was a Life Scout in the Boy Scouts of America and received the Order of the Arrow. He was also a life member of the Fleet Reserve Association. He is survived by his mother, Genevieve Sparks,... Full story

  • John Yewusiak

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    A memorial service will be held for John Yewusiak on Jan. 15, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 621 S. Stage Coach Lane in Fallbrook....

  • Rugby Magazine names Fallbrook Rugby Club top U19 program of year - Grantham selected for top try of year

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Rugby Magazine announced its 2010 awards Dec. 19 which included the Fallbrook Rugby Club earning the under-19/high school program of the year and Fallbrook’s Ellyn Grantham receiving the award for women’s try of the year. The under-19/high school program of the year award covers both genders and recognized the boys team which finished fifth in the nation and the girls team which reached the championship match of USA Rugby’s under-19 National Invitational Tournament. Fallb...

  • Avo East League volleyball coaches name three Warriors all-league

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Three members of Fallbrook High School’s girls volleyball team were selected by the Avocado East League coaches for all-league recognition. Senior middle blocker Kendall Haldi was selected to the Avocado East League first team, junior setter Talia DeFalco received second-team distinction, and senior outside hitter Suzi Mellano was an honorable mention choice. “I’m just excited for all three kids equally,” said Fallbrook coach Peter Peng. “I’m happy for all of them.” Haldi noted that while all-league selections are individua...

  • Warrior girls 13th in CIF cross-country meet

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Fallbrook High School’s girls cross-country team finished 13th among the 23 Division I teams in the CIF San Diego Section cross-country meet Nov. 20 at Morley Field in San Diego. “I thought they had an outstanding finish to what was an outstanding season for them,” said Fallbrook head coach Troy Hamlin. “Our top three ran out of their minds and did an absolutely wonderful job,” Hamlin said. “It’s tough being out there against the best runners in San Diego County.” Those top th... Full story

  • League meet win gives Warrior boys cross-country championship

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Fallbrook High School’s boys cross-country team won its first league championship since 2005 with the Warriors’ showing at the Avocado East League meet Nov. 13 at Kit Carson Park. The Warriors took first place at the league meet to complement a 5-0 record in league dual meets. The final league standings are based on a combination of dual meet results and team positions at the league meet. “The guys were very excited,” said Fallbrook head coach Marco Arias. A cross-c...

  • Boys basketball loses 75-61 to RBV

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

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  • Bonsall's Carli Lloyd named AVCA player of the year

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Carli Lloyd closed out her college volleyball career with a loss in the NCAA Division I finals, but the day before the championship match the Cal senior and 2006 Fallbrook High School graduate was named as the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) player of the year for 2010. “That was a really exciting moment,” Lloyd said. “I actually was not prepared for anything.” The AVCA awards banquet took place Dec. 17 in Kansas City, one day before Cal played in the finals...

  • Resendiz Bros. flowers contribute to two award-winning Rose Parade floats

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    Two 2011 Tournament of Roses Parade floats which included Resendiz Brothers Protea Growers silverleaf flowers won awards from the Rose Parade judges. The Judges’ Special Award for the most spectacular float in showmanship and dramatic impact was given to the “Pac-Man’s 30th Anniversary Party” float of Namco Bandai Games America, Inc., and The Quickrete Companies won the Bob Hope Humor Award for the most comical and amusing float with “What America’s Made Of.” Festival Arti...

  • Red Cross offers tips on preventing home fires

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The cold weather and winter conditions often bring an increase in home fires as many people use alternate heating sources such as space heaters, fireplaces, or coal or wood stoves to stay warm, and the American Red Cross - San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter today offered a series of tips to help people stay safe and warm. Fires related to heating are the second leading cause of home fires in this country, and fixed and portable space heaters are involved in 74 percent of fire-related deaths....

  • Four once popular trends losing favor among homeowners

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY - Housing trends come and go. Just think of those avocado-colored stoves from the 1970s or the formica bedroom sets of the 1980s. The wood-burning fireplace was a must-have home accessory in the early 1990s, but now it is losing ground to pellet stoves and greener options. Here are a few other housing trends that are going out of style and making room for newer designs. Kitchen desks: What used to be all the rage a few years back are now being passed over for larger desks in family rooms and/or bedrooms. Kitc... Full story

  • Girls basketball slips to Valley Center 46-30

    Updated Jan 13, 2011

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