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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TUCSON, Ariz. – William and Inez Cox of Tucson, Ariz., are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Cox, to Patrick Chamberlain, also of Tucson. Cox is a 2002 graduate of Flowing Wells High School, and alum of University of Arizona where she earned a degree in psychology. She is president and CEO of Jessica Cox Motivational Services and is an internationally recognized speaker. Chamberlain is the son of Jim and Nancy Chamberlain of Fallbrook. He is... Full story
SAN DIEGO - How can one reconcile the desire to beautify a home with the need to economize? One possibility is to add fresh color to the indoor environment with a new interior paint scheme. “Repainting is a low-costly way to greatly enhance the appearance of a home,” said Debbie Zimmer, spokesperson for the Paint Quality Institute. “And new paint colors can actually have a positive psychological effect.” The simple fact that one is surrounded by fresh color, in and of itself,...
What may be considered a common hunting practice in other states is illegal in California. Over the past several months, the Federal Game Warden’s Office here has reported an increase in the poaching of animals struck by vehicles on base. Tampering with roadkill, to include taking parts of the animal or the entire body, is illegal under California hunting regulations. “Because it is legal in some states, service members or government employees may think it is OK to load up...
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Citizens Center recently received a $1,000 food services grant from the Wal-Mart store in Oceanside. The grant is part of a renewed push by the 37-year-old nonprofit organization to expand and diversify its revenue sources in order to support the quality of life of area seniors. Additional grant applications are now being prepared or submitted to a range of corporations, foundations and other potential donors. “The Fallbrook Senior Center thanks Wal-Mart for its support and hopes that t... Full story
FALLBROOK – The newest addition to the business sector in Fallbrook is Cully Repair. Brian Cully is now offering top-notch mobile service and repairs on all landscape, homeowner, farm and ranch and grove equipment. Cully was first given the opportunity to work on this type of equipment at a young age by his father, Steve Cully, manager at L & M Fertilizer and Power after which he went on to work at L & M’s Temecula location. Over the past 10 years, Cully said he has “fixed it all.” After purchasing a home in Fallb...
Jeanne M. Rochefort, 61, of Fallbrook, Calif., lost her battle with cancer on Sept. 26, 2011. Jeanne was born on Jan. 1, 1950 in Elizabeth, N.J. to Betty and Martin Loeffler. Jeanne’s family came to Hawthorne, Calif. in 1963 where she and her brother, James Loeffler, attended Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, Calif. She married Kenneth Rochefort on Sept. 25, 1976 and worked for Max Factor and Reynolds Aluminum for a combined 25 years. For the past 17 years, Jeanne worked at T...
Gerald LeRoy Haan, of Fallbrook, Calif., passed on to the Kingdom of Heaven on Sept. 5, 2011. Gerry was born on Nov. 27, 1950, in Waterloo, Iowa. He grew up and attended school in Aplington, Iowa. In 1965, his freshman year, his family moved to Fallbrook. Gerry was preceded in death by his father, Harlan LeRoy Haan, on Jan. 29, 2006, also by his mother, Ruth Evelyn Haan, on Oct. 24, 2010. Gerry is survived by one sister, Dorothy Knight of Lake Elsinore, Calif. In his youth,...
Camila Elise Lee, 19, entered into life on Sunday, June 14, 1992 in Wildomar, Calif. She entered into eternal rest on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011 in Santa Cruz, Calif. Camila graduated from Fallbrook High School in May 2010 and was attending the University of California, Santa Cruz at the time of her passing. She leaves to cherish fond memories, her loving mother, Nadia Todesco Lee; sister, Bianca Marie Lee; and her numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. She was...
Joseph Stephen Lovasz died Sept. 23, 2011. He was 96. Joe was born July 14, 1915, in N.Y., the second oldest of four sons of John and Rose Lovasz. After high school, Joe worked in the grocery business until he joined the U.S. Army. He served in the Panama Canal Zone during World War II and achieved the rank of Technical Sergeant before his discharge after the end of the war. Joe moved to California in 1947 where he worked as a baker for Schweitzer Pie and Cake Company in Los Angeles until their closing. In 1948, Joe met Ida...
Curtis William Tritchka, 78, went home to the Lord Oct. 1, 2011 at home in Fallbrook, Calif. He was born Jan. 10, 1933 in Denver, Colo. He went to Fallbrook High School and earned a B.S. degree in engineering from San Diego State College. Curt broke his neck when on an outing with fraternity brothers in Mexico. They brought him back to Mercy hospital in San Diego where he spent six months recuperating. He then went on to college, worked 15 years and retired. The town of Fallbrook had a fundraiser to help pay his medical...
Louise Pizzo passed away on Oct. 1, 2011. She was born on April 15, 1915 in Coos Bay, Ore. She married Pete Pizzo on Oct. 26, 1935; they were married for 62 years, Pete passing in 1997. They moved to Fallbrook in 1972. She is survived by her daughter Darleen Bickley and son Pete Pizzo, Jr.; grandchildren Kristen Pollard and Pete Pizzo III; and six great-grandchildren, Max, Milo, and Lola Pollard and Sophia, Pete IV and Emory Pizzo. All are current residents of Fallbrook. Louise was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church.... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook’s Solar Program is an innovative program that allows Fallbrook, Bonsall and Rainbow residents to go solar for no upfront cost and receive substantial cash-back awards for their involvement. Last week, the program reached its first milestone of 60,000W of solar committed to be installed, guaranteeing all participants five percent cash back. With less than two weeks left in the program, residents are able to receive up to ten percent cash-back incenti... Full story
Fallbrook High School’s girls tennis team prepared itself for league competition with a tough pre-league schedule which left the Warriors 1-4 entering their Avocado East League opener September 22 against Mission Hills at the Fallbrook Tennis Club, and the preparation paid off as Fallbrook took a 15-3 victory over the Grizzlies. “We did good,” said Fallbrook coach Dave Ramirez. Fallbrook’s doubles team swept their nine sets. Fallbrook’s #1 doubles team of sophomores Skyler Schaar and Nataliya Yankova included a 6-0 victory a... Full story
There’s a good reason Fallbrook High School’s girls tennis team lost its first four matches of the season. All four of the teams the Warriors played reached at least the quarterfinals of last year’s CIF tournaments. “I’m not too concerned,” Fallbrook coach Dave Ramirez said about the Warriors’ record. “I always play the tough teams every year to give the girls some insight.” Fallbrook’s four opponents to begin 2011 included La Costa Canyon, which was seeded fifth in last year’s CIF Division I playoffs and lost to fourth-se...
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SAN DIEGO COUNTY – Improperly used equipment is rapidly becoming a major cause of wildfires in San Diego County. When motorized equipment is used in dry grass or brush, the combination for a devastating wildfire is present. Always use the recommended grade, and mixture of oil and gasoline. Never smoke while refueling or adjusting the engine. Cal Fire advises that all types of motorized equipment should be maintained with an approved spark arrester. Carbon should be cleaned from the spark arrester screen and exhaust...
A service member deployed to Afghanistan is often considered a hero in the U.S. While the average person might take their “hero” status and sit on their laurels, U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Ericka Hall, a corpsman at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, is making a real difference in supporting the provincial reconstruction team mission of connecting the Afghan people with their government. Hall was awarded the PRT Khost Warrior of the Week for Aug. 7-13, during a short cer...
FALLBROOK - Colleen Van Horn, CEO of Innovative Healthcare Consultants was among the 40 advanced geriatric care management professionals who attended the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers Advanced Practiced Retreat, which took place September 15 through 18 in San Diego. Professionals from around the country came together to share “best practices” from both the clinical and business prospective. The conference was aimed at geriatric care managers wit...
One service member commits suicide every two days and one service member attempts every two hours, according to Camp Pendleton’s Proclamation 2011 Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. This proclamation also states that suicide is the second leading cause of death among both Marines and sailors, and the tenth leading cause of death in California. The statistics are shocking, but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, research has shown that through education and public awareness, suicide can be p...
FALLBROOK – On August 15, Salon One, located at 128 N. Main, was the venue for a breast cancer awareness event. The salon was surrounded in pink balloons. Robyn McHone, owner and operator of the salon, offered her location for the event. Margie Marques, a Fallbrook resident, was the honoree. Marques has been struggling with cancer since her diagnosis in February. There were 45 friends and family in attendance to provide encouragement. Because of the results of...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort will continue its free events series in October featuring Video Dance Parties on Fridays and tribute bands on Saturdays. Pala will host four free tribute concerts in October in its Infinity showroom and the Infinity Sports Experience will televise all San Diego Chargers games in its complete NFL package on Sunday along with Monday Night Football on ESPN. The four tribute concerts include: • Sat. Oct. 8 – 8 p.m. – Way Cool, Jr. – a tribute to 80s rock • Sat.... Full story
FALLBROOK – Brandon Gallery is devoting its Studio 105 wing to a special showing of large scale plein air landscape oils in “The Hidden Spirit of Landscapes,” which opened Oct. 3. There will be a public reception at the gallery on Oct. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. Patricia Sablak-Korzec’s stunning display of richly colored interpretive studies of southwestern landscapes employs bold and purposeful brushstrokes to capture the spirit of the Grand Canyon, Sedona and Santa Fe. Her personal view of these three high desert locat... Full story
It sounded like a "seven thirty seven comin' out of the sky" when the tribute band Creedence Relived opened Saturday night, September 24 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater with the song “Travelin’ Band.” And, just in case John Fogerty wants to know, I can attest to the fact that more than one “someone” got excited, but thankfully it wasn’t necessary to call the state militia. Lead singer and guitarist Tim Walsh recreates Fogerty’s vocals in an uncanny way. "On a scale of o... Full story
Fallbrook artist Chris Pardell, known for his many sculptures installed in prominent public venues throughout Southern California, has created an image of former President Ronald Reagan which will be installed at Ronald Reagan Sports Park in Temecula. A recession-battered group proved last week that Temecula still “Can Do,” even if it took six years to begin installing the memorial that will honor former President Ronald Reagan and the community’s volunteer spirit. Fundraising...
