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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SAN DIEGO – Eighth grader Katelyn Mathewson won Best in Class for her paper mâché mask at the San Diego County Fair. Mathewson has won many awards over the years and has been taking classes at the Fallbrook School of the Arts with Marilee Ragland since she was in kindergarten. Her mask was one of the 35 entries in the Creative Youth Exhibit which were created in Ragland's Art Expressions Classes. The Creative Youth Tent held 2,200 entries from San Diego County schools, org...
CALABASAS — Five Southern California high school skilled trades teachers are among 50 teachers and teacher teams from across the country who were named as semifinalists for the 2019 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. They and their skilled trades programs are in the running for a share of $1 million in total cash awards. Dennis Johnson, a transportation technology teacher at Fallbrook Union High School in Fallbrook; Stephen Marsh, a manufacturing and welding teacher at Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo High...
Raelynn Holmes raised the Future Farmers of America reserve grand champion hog at the San Diego County Fair's market livestock show. Holmes, who graduated from Fallbrook High School in June and was a member of Fallbrook's FFA chapter, showed a 231-pound Yorkshire cross she named Rugrat who was chosen as the FFA lightweight champion hog before receiving FFA reserve champion honors. "It was a really fun and cool experience. I didn't expect it to happen, but I'm glad that it...
FALLBROOK — Fallbrook Union Elementary School District announced a 2019-2020 school year policy to serve nutritious breakfast and lunch meals every school day under the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program and Afterschool Snack Program. Students are eligible for free or reduced-price meals if the household income is less than or equal to the federal guidelines. FUESD also announced an amendment to its policy for serving meals to students in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the 2...
It could have been a tent revival where men and women set aside their walkers and canes. They were standing and shaking without assistance. All of the women followed along as they were told to "shake it, baby shake it," while the men bobbed their heads and snapped their fingers. The years faded back to Dec. 4, 1956. Sixty-three years, four months and 10 days ago, in Memphis, Tennessee. Excitement was high as Sam Phillips was waiting for Johnny Cash to stop by to sign his next...
The creative spirit is alive and well in Dionne Warwick. It is alive and well in her family members too. So when she performs on stage, the audience often gets a surprise performance. At the San Diego County Fair on July 3, the crowd was given two surprise performances. Warwick not only charmed the crowd with her mellow voice, but she delighted us all by singing a haunting duet with her eldest son, David Elliott, who also wowed the audience with his drumming skills. The two... Full story
FALLBROOK – Continuing its successful classical Sundays format at the Fallbrook Public Library, Fallbrook Music Society has announced its 42nd annual concert season, with one of the most widely appealing range of artists ever programmed. "We have spent the last 12 months building new audiences and reaching out to music lovers of all genres. I am especially thrilled to announce that this season features larger ensembles and a move greater diversity," said Robert E. Freaney, p...
San Diego County Parks and Recreation on July 19 opened four new cabins built to be accessible to people with mobility challenges at Dos Picos County Park in Ramona, making it easier for nature lovers of all abilities to stay overnight. "These cabins provide access for people with disabilities to enjoy an extended stay at a County Park," said Brian Albright, director of the Department of Parks and Recreation. "They were built with comfort and safety in mind." The...
The Fallbrook Beautification Alliance is partnering with De Luz volunteers for a Community Cleanup project at the Santa Margarita River Trail from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, July 27. According to FBA's Marta Donovan, roughly 15-20 volunteers are expected at the event, but more volunteers are welcome to participate. "We also reached out to the Camp Pendleton volunteer coordinator to partner with our Marines," Donovan said. "And we received two volunteers. "We are waiting for the...
The county's Planning Commission made recommendations on zoning standards for small cell wireless facilities. The recommendations were approved on a 5-1 Planning Commission vote July 19 with David Pallinger absent and Michael Beck in opposition due to the final recommendation of 100 feet of separation from buildings rather than 1,000 feet from specific sites as had been recommended by the county's Department of Planning and Development Services (PDS). Any changes to the county's Zoning Ordinance must be approved by the San...
Wendy Hammarstrom Special to the Village News For centuries, the Chinese have practiced the slow, dance-like movements of Tai Chi and Qi Gong (energy work) to maintain their mental and physical health. Tai Chi Chuan, known as an "internal" martial art, develops self-defense skills, including the use of traditional weapons such as swords, fans and staffs. Tai Chi has always impressed me with its inherent wisdom: how best to deflect your opponent by moving in the same energy flo...
FALLBROOK – The next Woman of Wellness event will take place Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Fallbrook Library. Account manager Heather Ludwig and nurse Toni Kisgen of Destiny Hospice and Palliative Care will present “Home Care, Palliative Care and Hospice.” Woman of Wellness invites residents to learn about these services, when and how they are used and how to go about accessing them. While this topic usually pertains to seniors, it is important information for family members as well. Fallbrook Regional Health District invit...
It happens to all of us. We're in a situation where we have to perform, make a decision, or accomplish something important, and instead, we fail. We freeze up, or make a poor decision or simply don't deliver the results that were expected. The outcome isn't pleasant and we are embarrassed. The reality, of course, is that no one can be right all the time. We may fail at something but, hopefully, it usually isn't the end of the world. The problem happens when we find it hard to get past that mistake or failure. Instead of simpl...
FALLBROOK – Residents living in and around Fallbrook can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Zion Lutheran Church will host this community event, Aug. 7. The site is located at 1405 East Fallbrook St. in Fallbrook. Screenings can check for the level of plaque buildup in arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health; HDL and LDL cholesterol levels, diabetes risk, b...
FALLBROOK – Did you know that suicide is the second leading cause of death for the nation’s youth and second leading cause of death for ages 10-24 in California? The hashtag #IWONTBESILENT is an awareness campaign by The Jason Foundation to raise the national conversation of the “silent epidemic” of youth suicide. The purpose of the campaign is to challenge those around them to learn the warning signs associated with suicide and help spread awareness of this terrible tragedy. Taking a few short minutes to challenge the people...
Everyone who knows me knows that I love Fallbrook. I love the charming downtown, with its unique shops, delicious restaurants, top rate art galleries, and historic theater. I love driving our country roads with the amazing variety of landscaping. I love the diversity of residences and neighborhoods. I love the hiking trails and the natural wildlife discovered on those walks. But most of all, I love the people. To be honest, not all the people, but as a group, we’re s... Full story
ESCONDIDO – In today's market, where demand is outpacing supply, pricing a house is one of the biggest challenges real estate professionals face. Sellers often want to price their home higher than recommended, and many agents go along with the idea to keep their clients happy. However, the best agents realize that telling the homeowner the truth is more important than getting the seller to like them. Here are three home selling tips that will help you sell your home fast. S...
In 1997 the county's Planning Commission approved a Minor Use Permit for a wireless telecommunications facility in the 2200 block of Aqua Hill Road. The permit allowed Pacific Bell to construct and operate panel antennas from a 15 foot high monopole and to operate a transceiver station mounted on the ground. T-Mobile, which now operates the wireless communications facility, desires to replace the monopole with a 16 foot high false broadleaf tree and on July 18 the county's Zoning Administrator approved a modification to the...
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Regional Fire Foundation announced $51,000 in additional 2019 grants to local fire agencies to further improve the system of fire and emergency services in San Diego County. The fire foundation is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and has donated $5.6 million during those years to make citizens safer, including $146,000 to date in 2019. "These grants enable fire departments to obtain needed fire, medical/rescue and communications equipment a...
SAN DIEGO – Nathalie Taylor, who has been affiliated with the Village News since 2003, took a first place award at the San Diego Society of Professional Journalists (SDSPJ) awards banquet at Kona Kai Resort on Shelter Island, July 17. Taylor's award came in the highly competitive Review/Criticism category – competitive because the category includes all reviews, including restaurant, film and theater. The judges commented that they were impressed with the story's detail. Tay... Full story
FALLBROOK - The Find Magnified show and sale offers one-of-a kind, affordable Artful Gifts in a wide variety of media and styles including glass, wood, ceramics, jewelry, wearable art, mixed media, greeting cards and much more. The show is open daily through Aug. 25, Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays noon to 3 p.m. Please support community arts by visiting this show. "Impressions: 40 Years Plus," paintings by Terry Lynn Hilacion, is also showing in The...
SAN DIEGO - The families of three children affected by an E. coli outbreak linked to the San Diego County Fair have filed claims against the fair's operators, attorneys representing the families said on Monday, July 29. The families of Jedediah Cabezuela, Christiano Lopez and Ryan Sadrabadi have taken the first steps toward a lawsuit against the 22nd District Agricultural Association, which manages and operates the fair. Jedediah, who was 2 years old, died as a result of E. coli poisoning, while Christiano was hospitalized... Full story
FALLBROOK – Canine Companions for Independence is a national organization, established in 1975, which provides expertly trained assistance dogs that enhance the lives of people with disabilities. These dogs are provided free of charge. The nonprofit organization also provides ongoing support to recipients to ensure a quality partnership. The Bonsall Woman's Club presented a check for $20,000 to their facility in Oceanside. The assistance dogs are bred, raised and trained to be...
It's been quite a few years since Fallbrook artist Brett Stokes has opened a show in town. "I can't even tell you, it's been years," he said during the opening on Saturday, July 20 at Café des Artistes in Fallbrook. "I was in galleries when I was younger, in Colorado, New Mexico, Sedona, Palm Desert, Ventura, San Juan Capistrano and a lot of those were native work. But this is more like the essence of the natural world rather than the predetermined idea of a stoic native or so...
FALLBROOK – The Angel Society Board of Directors for 2019-2020 will manage and staff the Angel Thrift Shop with the help of more than 200 volunteer members. Volunteers at the Angel Thrift Shop dedicate their time and expertise to make the operation successful. Students and National Charity League members also donate their time to the Angel Thrift Shop and spend many hours helping the Team Angels. The board of directors is made up of officers, administrative staff and c...
