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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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Historical Society to hear author Rob Crisell talk about "The History of Avocados," Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, 1 p.m. at Fallbrook Heritage Center, 1730 S. Hill Ave. The public is invited. Crisell, who grew up in Fallbrook in the heart of a three-acre avocado grove and now lives in Temecula, wrote a book titled "California Avocados – A Delicious History." When avocados first arrived from Mexico in the early 1800s, few Americans knew what to make of the... Full story
TEMECULA, Calif. — A 23-year-old Hemet man was killed early Monday after his car veered off Rainbow Canyon Road and crashed into a large rock, authorities said. The incident occurred on December 30, 2024, at approximately 12:08 a.m., when the driver of a 2013 Honda Civic was traveling northbound on Rainbow Canyon Road, just south of the Temecula city limit. For reasons still under investigation, the driver made an unsafe turning movement, causing the car to leave the r... Full story
In the darkened theatre, a magical world comes to life. Emerging from the orchestra pit, familiar strains of Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, the Nutcracker, resound throughout the venue. Moving in perfect cadence to the music, ballet dancers gracefully pirouette across the stage in a stream of fluid motion. The audience is definitely drawn into the magic of the evening. This mesmerizing production would not have been possible if not for the monumental effort of countless...
FALLBROOK – On Dec. 6, La Paloma Elementary honored the exceptional efforts of its fifth and sixth-grade students during the Trimester 1 Awards Ceremony. The event celebrated academic excellence, positive contributions, and outstanding attendance, highlighting the dedication of students and the supportive school community. Award highlights Perfect Attendance: 116 students overall, with 48 recognized individually. Citizenship: 42 students honored for kindness and r...
FALLBROOK – As we reflect on the past year, Fallbrook Union Elementary School District has much to celebrate. Guided by our theme of "Growing Greatness and Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders," we have achieved significant milestones. From academic achievements to organizational acknowledgments, our district's unwavering focus on prioritizing student success and well-being has resulted in a year filled with accomplishments that showcase the dedication and collaboration of our s...
Melissa Ledri teaches art at Sullivan Middle School, which shares a campus with Bonsall High School, but the high school itself has no art teacher. The Bonsall Unified School District will utilize Eric Tippeconnic as an artistic advisor for Bonsall High School for the 2024-25 school year. The contract with Tippeconnic was approved by a 5-0 vote during the Nov. 20 BUSD board meeting. He will be paid $8,000 for his services for the current school year. “The district is so very excited and honored about the upcoming mural p...
FALLBROOK – This holiday season, students and staff at D'Vine Path eagerly awaited cheerful festivities and the upcoming new year. To celebrate the winter holidays, students participated in the Christmas parade, exchanged secret santa gifts and they gave back to the community through various donations and volunteering opportunities. Most recently, students at D'Vine Path visited the Fallbrook Senior Center to serenade the audience with Christmas carols. D'Vine Path Executive D...
This is not a sponsored article. Through Healthier Bodies, I will never shy away from sharing healthy products, insight from experts, or ways that I personally, at home, continue to achieve a healthier body. I want all of us to be in the best possible state of health. Are you strolling the alcohol aisles looking for a clean sparkly sip? Here are my top 3 choices! If you're a champagne lover like me, you'll find it fun and like a science experiment determining which zero proof...
Saoimanu Sope / UC Agriculture and Natural Resources The Belden Village Apartments in Clairemont Mesa East of San Diego is home to a diverse population of older adults. Shital Parikh, a UC Master Gardener of San Diego County, took the initiative to build a garden that grows food and encourages residents to spend more time outdoors, getting their hands dirty alongside neighbors. Almost a year ago, Parikh – a UC Master Gardener since 2014 – proposed to develop a community gar...
County public health officials are warning San Diegans not to eat or drink raw milk products or give them to their pets because of the heightened risk for H5N1, or bird flu. Because raw milk and raw milk products are not pasteurized, they can contain harmful pathogens including H5N1 or bacteria like salmonella, toxin producing E. coli. and listeria. All of these can cause severe illness, hospitalization and even death, especially in people who are immunocompromised, the very... Full story
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom announced Dec. 16 that the state has received approval from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for its proposed Behavioral Health Community-Based Organized Networks of Equitable Care and Treatment (BH-CONNECT) demonstration waiver. The waiver comes after Governor Newsom traveled to Washington, DC to advocate for its approval. “Californians will soon have more support and more people providing support thanks to the approval by the Biden-Harris Administration of Cal...
In April, a plumbing leak damaged portions of the 400 building at Bonsall Elementary School. Emergency repairs were authorized and, on Nov. 20, the Bonsall Unified School District board authorized the payment of invoices for the work. One 5-0 vote adopted an emergency resolution and approved payment of $444,832.61 to ATI Disaster Recovery Services. The other 5-0 vote adopted an emergency resolution and approved payment of $653,960.64 to Knight Commercial Services. “The district required urgent repairs and contract services w...
Gifts, boxes, wrapping paper, cards – even trees! Yes, the holidays, and one of the biggest recycling opportunities of the year, are upon us. The holiday season always means there’s a lot of stuff to recycle – to “re-gift” to our earth and its future – rather than tossing it into the trash and landfills. With that holiday spirit of giving back in mind, the County Department of Public Works would like to give you some tips on what to recycle and how to do it right! Christmas trees We all love our beautiful Christmas t...
FALLBROOK – Heading out for a holiday vacation is always exciting, but it’s important to make sure your home stays safe and secure while you’re away. Whether you’re visiting family, relaxing on a beach, or exploring a new destination, a few simple precautions can give you peace of mind. From securing entry points to setting up smart home devices, these safety tips will help protect your property and keep everything in order so you can focus on enjoying your trip! Here are some safety tips to help protect your home while y...
Together with her husband, Martin J. Eberle, Sr., the family of Joan Elaine Eberle is saddened to announce her passing. Joan, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, went to Heaven with all those in Christ who have gone before her on Thursday, Nov. 28, in Escondido. A resident of Fallbrook in San Diego County, California, she had an incredible impact on her community and will be deeply missed. Born on Aug. 11, 1955, in Bellingham, Washington, Joan was 69 at the time of her death.... Full story
The county’s Planning Commission approved a modification to a Major Use Permit allowing a wireless telecommunication facility on Hoxie Ranch Road. The Planning Commission’s 7-0 vote Dec. 6 approved relocating and installing new antennas on top of a false water tower. The height will be increased from 30 to 45 feet, and the permit’s expiration date was extended to Dec. 6, 2039. The modification covers two of the three wireless facilities on the Bonsall site. The property in the 29500 block of Hoxie Ranch Road totals 3.0 acres...
A week after the November election, I joined nearly two dozen newly elected members of the state Assembly gathered in Sacramento for a closed-door training program. The group included both Democrats and Republicans – because the training was not on policy issues or politics – but on how the state Legislature itself works. What new legislators are taught should outrage California voters whether they are Democrat, Republican or in between. Worse, it explains why our state Leg... Full story
The holiday season is prime time for scammers, with thousands of older adults scammed each year in San Diego County. San Diegans over the age of 60 often become victims of scams, on average losing over $30,000, according to the FBI’s 2023 Elder Fraud Report. Older adults are often retired with no way to recover their life savings, whereas younger adults have more time to remedy their financial situation. For years, local law enforcement lacked the tools and resources to investigate these cases and there was less connection b...
Over the past year, we’ve discussed extensively the challenges and risks associated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), particularly their safety concerns when located near homes and sensitive areas. This week, the Board of Supervisors took an important step toward addressing these concerns. This year alone, three BESS facilities have caught fire in San Diego County, including the Otay Mesa facility, which burned for over two weeks. These incidents underscore the u... Full story
The Bonsall Unified School district board approved an agreement for architectural services to reconfigure the kitchen at the campus shared by Sullivan Middle School and Bonsall High School. The 5-0 vote Nov. 20 approved a contract with MPGA Architecture, which is based in Carlsbad, to develop the reconfiguration plans. The $9,500 the school district will pay covers $8,000 for drawings and specifications with the remaining $1,500 funding the process for approval by the county’s Department of Environmental Health and Quality, w...
FALLBROOK – After a 70-year legal battle to gain access to less expensive local water from the Santa Margarita River, and a four-year legal battle to switch water wholesalers, we're looking at our next steps. This year at the Fallbrook Public Utility District, we've been concentrating on doing everything we can to save you money. From switching water wholesalers and reducing your bill in 2024, to maximizing the use of less expensive local water – this has been a big year. On...
Additional guardrail will be installed at the new Bonsall Elementary School pedestrian pathway, and the chain-link fence will be extended. The Bonsall Unified School District board voted 5-0 Nov. 20 to award Crown Fence Company a contract for the work. The Chula Vista company will install 49 linear feet of guardrail 42 inches high and five linear feet of chain-link fence six feet in height. “This is to improve the safety and functionality of the entrance to Bonsall Elementary School. Keeping our campuses safe is a top p...
VISTA – Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland invites the public to the 19th Annual Human Trafficking Awareness Walk on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at United Methodist Church of Vista, 490 S. Melrose Drive, Vista. This year’s keynote speaker will be San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan. Vista Mayor John Franklin will make opening remarks. Information tables from several non-profit organizations including Alabaster Jar, San Diego County Health & Human Services and others, wil... Full story
