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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The Fallbrook Regional Health District anticipates soon clearing a hurdle to get the future Fallbrook Wellness Center up and running, though it's still unclear when it will actually be operational. The Fallbrook Community Planning Group approved a plan to modify the future wellness center's major use permit back in September, and the health district anticipates the permit modification will end up in front of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors in December, health...
Dennis Johnson, a transportation technology teacher at Fallbrook High School, thought there were far too many people in the Bob C. Burton Performing Arts Center for a meeting about plastics. He was right. The students, staff, band members and colleagues in attendance on Thursday, Oct. 24 were there to see Johnson surprised with the news that he was a second-place winner of the 2019 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. As one of 18 second-place... Full story
FALLBROOK – Along with reading, writing and arithmetic, Fallbrook Union Elementary School District is bringing a new subject of study to the classroom: leadership. Like many California classrooms, students are earning a strong foundation of reading, language and STEM, but in Fallbrook core subjects are now being taught through the lens of being a student leader. Student leadership is not a new focus for FUESD. The district has been recognised nationally as one of the leading e...
A record number of pies were entered in the Harvest Faire Pie Bake-off at this year's Harvest Faire. While the pies of four entrants did not show up, 15 sweet and five savory pies were presented for the six judges in the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce board room. Veteran and newbie judges alike agreed that the looks of a pie didn't always match the taste. However, "anytime I get to eat pie on duty is a good day," San Diego County Sheriff's Cpl. Brendan Campbell said. Campbell h...
Duane S. Hunter died Oct. 9, at Palomar Health Center in Escondido. He was born in Minneapolis Sept. 30, 1944, to Simon and Margaret "Peggy" Hunter. In the late 40s, Simon Hunter moved his young family to Glendale to better his employment opportunities, and in 1953 Duane's sister, Patricia, was born. With the new addition to the family and a homesick wife, the decision was soon made to pick up stakes and move the family back home to Minnesota, where they remained until 1956,... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Rotary mourns the passing of Dave Breeding Oct. 5 at the age of 76. Dave joined the Fallbrook Rotary Club in July 1999. He was Club President during 2002-2003. At the Rotary District level, Dave served as Governor of District 5340 in 2010-2011. He has served on numerous district committees and teams, chairing many. He also served as the District Rotary Foundation Committee Chair. At the Rotary Zone level, Dave had participated three times on the S... Full story
Audie Marie Fahey, 89, of Fallbrook died peacefully of natural causes with family present at Palomar Medical Center Sunday, Oct. 20. Audie was a member of Fallbrook United Methodist Church for many years and shared her love of community, including activities at the Fallbrook Senior Center and as a senior volunteer with the San Diego County Sheriff. Audie is survived by her husband, Joseph, 91, of Fallbrook and daughter Patty, son Jimmy, and step-daughter Joan and four... Full story
Do you have a plan if there's a wildfire? Or any emergency? San Diego County is mailing a Personal Disaster Plan to residents who live in the areas of highest fire danger in the community. Residents are encouraged to read it when it arrives, discuss it with the family, complete it and practice it. Then when an emergency occurs, families will know what to do and can avoid delays in getting everyone to safety. San Diego County officials, Friday, Oct. 18, asked residents to be...
FALLBROOK – With the arrival of fall, students at Live Oak Elementary are taking on an attitude of gratitude as they work to help others. Third through sixth-grade students of the Passion Project Club have started a communitywide endeavor to support Rady Children's Hospital with a specific effort to supply the "Bedtime Carts" that travel the oncology floor hallways to provide a needed moment of comfort for the children and families seeking care. "Families who need something co...
FALLBROOK – While a witch in flight had a major run in with a light pole, many other scarecrows can be seen on the streets and at homes in Fallbrook. Close to 100 scarecrows were part of the Fallbrook Scarecrow committee's roster of locations, and many more residents added to the fun in their neighborhood. Judging is done and the winners were on display at the Harvest Fair. See the list below for details. For the second year, the Silent People are walking into town on South M...
FALLBROOK – More than 200 community leaders and citizens from North San Diego and Southwest Riverside counties who are interested in the welfare of the area's growing senior population attended an annual fundraising event at Pala Mesa Resort in support of programs developed and maintained by the Foundation for Senior Care. According to Dr. Robert Pace, president of the Fallbrook-based organization, "through a combination of outright donations, ticket sales and proceeds from tw...
The California Thoroughbred Farm Managers Association and the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association collaborated on an Autumn Equine Fair, Saturday, Oct. 12, at Milky Way Farm in Temecula, and four of the presentations were given by speakers from Fallbrook or Bonsall. Fallbrook veterinarian Steve Colburn gave a presentation titled "What To Do in a Horse Emergency." Fallbrook's Steve Hartshorn was the speaker for the session "Handicapping 101." Amanda Lopez of Fallbrook...
ESCONDIDO – San Diego Farm Bureau presents the Farm and Nursery Expo at the California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. in Escondido Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The seminar speaker lineup includes “Organic certification – It’s easier than you think” with Laura and Scott A Murray, owners of Murray Farms Inc., at 9 a.m.; “Ag Labor and Employment Issue Update” with Jason Resnick, vice president and general counsel of Western Growers, at10 a.m. and “The State of Water in California” with Sandra Kerl, acti... Full story
FALBROOK – Bring the family to Historic Downtown Fallbrook Friday, Oct. 31, and celebrate Halloween trick or treating local businesses. Treats will be distributed by the following Chamber member businesses from 3-5 p.m.: Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce, Brooktown Kitchen and Coffee, The Gallery at Fallbrook Art Association, Mimi’s Spoiled Avocado Boutique, Murphy and Murphy SoCal Realty, Sage Yoga Studios, The Jewelry Connection, The Pink Pineapple Boutique, The Shop Around the Corner and Village Copy. Other local bus...
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved the replacement or rehabilitation of between 20 and 24 culverts including three on McDonald Road and three at a Rainbow intersection. A 5-0 board of supervisors’ vote, Wednesday, Oct. 16, approved the authorization for bid and subsequent award of a construction contract for the culverts. The contract is structured to include a base bid of 20 culverts and an additive alternative, which can be added to the contract if funding permits, of four culverts. The base bid includes t...
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors laid the groundwork Tuesday, Oct. 15, to get into the business of buying and selling electricity. The supervisors voted 3-2 to approve an ordinance establishing a community choice energy program. Supervisors Kristin Gaspar and Jim Desmond opposed the motion. The board also directed staff to continue negotiations with potential partners for a Joint Powers Authority to govern the CCE program and return to the board on or before October 2020. Community choice energy programs, also known...
FALLBROOK – The Sheriff’s Department reminded the community to be in the habit of not keeping their valuables in their vehicles and to remember to lock the doors. There has been an increase of thefts from vehicles lately in the Fallbrook area. Unfortunately, most of the thefts were cases where valuables were left in an unlocked car. Thieves interested in this type of crime will wander streets and parking lots checking door handles hoping to find one that is unlocked with a wallet, bag or anything valuable inside. Dep... Full story
FALLBROOK – The guest speaker for the Fallbrook Republican Women’s Nov. 8 meeting will be Michael Emerson, a writer, producer and director, who will discuss politics and Hollywood. The monthly meetings are held at the Pala Mesa Resort, 2001 Old Highway 395, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Social time begins at 9 a.m. The cost is $25, including the venue, speaker and brunch. Please RSVP no later than Nov. 4, at [email protected] or call Sue Jones at (760) 723-1954. Submitted by Fallbrook Republican Wom... Full story
FALLBROOK – The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department will collect and dispose of unwanted and expired prescription drugs during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sheriff’s Deputies will be outside the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation, 388 East Alvarado St. to collect the medications from residents. This service is free and anonymous. No sharps or needles will be accepted. Unwanted or expired prescription drugs can be dangerous to the com... Full story
FALLBROOK - The Knights of Columbus invite everyone to their annual Ben and Lea Aloe Spaghetti Sunday Dinner, Sunday, Nov. 3, from 4-8 p.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church parish hall, 450 S Stagecoach Lane, in Fallbrook. Over 30 years ago, through the Knights of Columbus, Ben and Lea Aloe started the Spaghetti Sunday as a social gathering for fellowship and for all members of the parish to get to know one another. Since then, it has become a community event that stretches out to neighboring communities. Everyone is... Full story
FALLBROOK – The 11th annual Fallbrook Turkey Trot 5K fun run and walk will be held Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, on the grounds of the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens and Los Jilgueros Preserve. At 8 a.m., participants will take a loop around the Grand Tradition, continue through the Los Jilgueros Preserve and finish back at the Grand Tradition, 220 Grand Tradition Way. Families and friends of all ages are invited to take part. Dogs on leash are welcome; cleanup is required. Costumes, fun and exuberance are e... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook High School class of 2009 is holding its 10-year reunion Nov. 30, from 6-10 p.m. at Iron Fire Brewery, 42095 Zevo Drive, Suite 1, in Temecula. Options for tickets include with and without alcohol. For tickets and details, visit tinyurl.com/fhsreunion09. Submitted by Fallbrook High School class of 2009.... Full story
BONSALL – The Bonsall Chamber of Commerce is holding its Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in River Village, 5256 S. Mission Road in Bonsall. Activities for children include coloring and face painting. There will also be a pumpkin-decorating contest; participants are to bring a decorated pumpkin to enter, as well as food and vendor booths. Submitted by Bonsall Chamber of Commerce.... Full story
