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Articles from the February 15, 2018 edition


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  • Sheriff's Log, February 15, 2018

    Updated Mar 5, 2018

  • Davenport named to honor roll

    Updated Mar 5, 2018

    NORMAN, Okla. – Bonsall resident Riley Elizabeth Davenport was named to the honor roll at the University of Oklahoma Norman campus for the fall 2017 semester. Students must earn a minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale to be included on the honor roll. Honor roll students must be enrolled full time in at least 12 credit hours....

  • Fish fry dinner is back for Friday nights

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – The Knights of Columbus Fish Fry will be held every Friday starting Feb. 16 and ending March 23 at St Peter's Hall. From 5:30 to 7 p.m., diners can get a plate of fried fish, coleslaw and fries for only $8. The salmon plate with veggies is only $9 and the shrimp plate or fried fish/ shrimp combo is only $10. The child's plate of fried fish is still only $4. Coffee, tea or water plus ice cream are included with each meal. Wine, beer or other spirits are available f... Full story

  • Nurse to speak at Britannia Connection luncheon

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – Britannia Connection announces their upcoming meeting and luncheon, Thursday, Feb. 22, where women of either British or Commonwealth heritage or those with a strong interest in British culture, gather for friendship, fun and philanthropy. Member Cheryl Nurse will share information on how to preserve specially treasured and one-of-a-kind family photos in a format so that they can be passed down for future generations. With the recent fires in Fallbrook, it has become even more apparent how important it is to not l... Full story

  • Fallbrook Chorale seeks additional singers

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chorale will begin rehearsals for this year’s spring program and concerts. The chorale, under the direction of Danny Lang, seeks new members from the community to sing with them. Rehearsals will begin Tuesday, Feb. 20, and take place every Tuesday, 7-9 p.m., at the Community Baptist Church, 731 S Stage Coach Lane, in Fallbrook. Before the first rehearsal the chorale will host a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m., or singers can arrive at 6:30 p.m. to get their music and have a brief audition to det... Full story

  • Jeremiah's Ranch to show film 'BE SAFE The Movie'

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – Jeremiah’s Ranch will be showing the film “BE SAFE The Movie,” which teaches people with developmental disabilities skills for dealing with law enforcement and being safe, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at North Coast Church, 1375 S. Mission Road, in Fallbrook. The meeting will include a complimentary dinner catered by Z Cafe and interactive exercises. In addition to the movie, Jake Kruger, the Crime Prevention Specialist covering the Fallbrook area for the San Diego Sheriff's Department, will be sharing informa... Full story

  • Senior Challenge Cribbage match set for Feb. 22

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – The next Senior Challenge Cribbage match will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way. Check-in begins at 12:15 p.m. The Senior Challenge is a seven-game cribbage tournament. Each player plays seven games against seven opponents. The tournament is open to anyone who enjoys cribbage, typically between 44 and 50 players each month. Players can come early and have lunch at the Elks, beginning at 11 a.m. Mike Duffy from Temecula won the 45-player match, Jan. 25. Duffy had a perfect c... Full story

  • Ynez Garcia

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Long time Cerritos, Calif., middle school teacher Ynez Garcia passed away on February 7, 2018 in Wilmington, NC. Born in Ahualulco, Jalisco, Mexico on February 2, 1945, he moved with his family to California in 1947. He grew up in Pico Rivera, graduating from El Rancho High School in 1962. Ynez graduated with his bachelor's degree from Whittier College in 1972. In that 10-year gap he attended San Jose State and Cerritos College, met and married the love of his life Ellie, was... Full story

  • Henry P. Vogt

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Henry P. Vogt, 87, of Bonsall died February 8, 2018. He was a native Californian, born October 30, 1930. Mr. Vogt was a paving contractor in the Bonsall-Fallbrook area, and was a member of the Operating Engineers Union. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Adrienne Vogt; son and daughter-in-law Sonny & Tina Vogt of Fallbrook; son Jeffrey Vogt of Santa Cruz; daughter Lynn Vogt of Bonsall; grandchildren Amelia (Vogt) Sipes & her husband Eric,... Full story

  • Faith C. (Schultz) Moser-Whipple

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Faith C. (Schultz) Moser-Whipple, 98, died peacefully and comfortably on January 13 following a period of declining health. Born and raised in Springfield, Mass., she studied piano from a young age and at 14 played with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. She attended Classical High School and was graduated from Smith College, Phi Beta Kappa, in 1941. She married the late R. William Moser, a biochemist with Squibb, and lived in New Jersey until his untimely death in 1958 when she returned with her two young daughters to... Full story

  • Floyd "Marc" George Marcusson

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Floyd "Marc" George Marcusson died on December 6, 2017, just 18 days short of his 96th birthday, surrounded by family in the home he built for them in Fallbrook, California. "Keep moving, and they won't plant you," was his credo, and that he did - living a large life, in a quiet way, Floyd was born in Tacoma, Washington on December 24,1921 to parents who emigrated from Norway. Growing up during the depression, Floyd spent his out-of-school time with his many childhood friends... Full story

  • Grayce Mary Kelly

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Devoted wife, Mother, Grama and Gigi, Grayce Mary Kelly, joined her beloved husband, Charles Edward Kelly in heaven February 4, 2018, in Temecula, Calif. Grayce was born April 11, 1925 in Los Angeles. She was raised in Whittier. Grayce raised her family in Temple City and Arcadia. She loved to camp and always planned adventures for her active family. Always active in her church, she will be greatly missed. Grayce had resided in Temecula for 29 years and watched her community g... Full story

  • Sheriff's Log, February 8, 2018

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Sheriff's Log for Fallbrook from January 19 to February 4, 2018... Full story

  • When a home improvement projects stalls, get them back on track

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – Upon embarking on a home improvement project, homeowners who have never before lived through such undertakings are often told to expect their projects to take more time than initial estimates suggested. Unforeseen complications can compromise project timelines, and some homeowners may find their projects stuck in neutral. Stalled projects can make life at home difficult, and homeowners may feel helpless with regard to getting a project back on course. But there a...

  • Area artist uses sculpture skills to honor fallen heroes

    Alex Groves, Staff Writer|Updated Feb 15, 2018

    The Temecula Duck Pond, known for having a wide variety of sculptures and artworks, will soon be welcoming another installation later this year: A memorial for Temecula residents who were killed while serving their country. The Temecula Heroes Memorial, designed by La Cresta-based artist Austin Casson, will include a 17-foot-tall steel tower, life-size bald eagle forged in steel and a battlefield cross. On the ground in front of the tower will be five 12-inch bronze seals...

  • Dunham wins PCHA Child/Adult Hunter Championship

    Joe Naiman, Village News Correspondent|Updated Feb 15, 2018

    The Pacific Coast Horse Shows Association banquet Jan. 6 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego included the recognition of PCHA Child/Adult Hunter Championship winner Maddy Dunham. The lifelong Bonsall resident won the Oct. 13-14 competition which was part of the Oct. 11-15 Del Mar International Welcome Week horse show. Separate scores were given for each day and the two daily scores were combined to determine the class winner. Dunham, who turned 17 on Nov. 20, rode...

  • Singer and songwriter Loggins to perform at Pala July 6

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    PALA – Singer and songwriting legend Kenny Loggins will perform in concert Friday, July 6, at 8 p.m. at the Starlight Theater at Pala Casino Spa & Resort. Loggins' early songwriting compositions were recorded with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1970, which led to seven albums, performing as the group Loggins and Messina from 1972 to 1977. Loggins, as a solo artist, experienced a string of soundtrack successes, including an Academy Award nomination for "Footloose" in 1984. H...

  • New school under way for military-dependent students at Camp Pendleton

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON - The foundation has been poured for a new school that has been years in the making for the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District. Work on the brand-new San Onofre School got underway even before the official groundbreaking ceremony in December, but an increase in activity over the past weeks has really shown a modern campus taking shape. The new construction is going on adjacent to the existing school, which was built in 1974 to serve...

  • County offers free tax preparation for low-income families

    Jose A. Alvarez, County of San Diego Communications Office|Updated Feb 15, 2018

    It’s that time of the year again to get your income taxes filed, and you might be able to get them done for free. The County is once again teaming up with its local partners to help low-income families or individuals prepare their taxes at no cost. The free tax preparation will take place until April 16 at dozens of locations throughout the county. The only requirement for the free service is that filers meet income requirements. “We want people to claim their Earned Income Tax Credit and to keep more of their har...

  • Investing in real estate - part 1

    Pam Moss, Special to the Village News|Updated Feb 15, 2018

    Having made the big decision to invest in real estate, where at least you may have something to show for the money invested, there are still many steps to take and mistakes to avoid. So let's look at a few. The analysis paralysis. Believing the more information you get the better decision you will make. The focus is on the criteria used to determine if they will make an offer. Often using a set formula for performance and return on investment. Some like cash on cash some like...

  • Railroad Heritage Park seeks donations

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – The much anticipated Fallbrook Railroad Heritage Park project is on schedule. The new historical centerpiece for the downtown area will be a major icon in Fallbrook and will occupy the northwest corner of Main and Elder streets. It will take $16,000 to finish Phase I, which will allow for grading, laying foundation tracks and transporting the Santa Fe caboose to downtown. The caboose currently is situated in Barstow waiting to be moved to the Fallbrook c...

  • Santa Margarita Reciprocity P.E.O. remembers its founders

    Updated Feb 15, 2018

    FALLBROOK – The Santa Margarita Reciprocity P.E.O. hosted a special event Jan. 20, at the Golf Club of Southern California to honor the seven founders. P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization, whose mission is women helping women. Over 60 ladies attended the brunch, representing the five P.E.O. chapters in Fallbrook and many from the Temecula chapters. Dr. Lydia Story Knopf spoke of her journey to attain her Ph.D. in organizational leadership with a concentration i...