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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SACRAMENTO – Having reached its initial goal of 5,000 volunteers, the Caltrans Road Charge Pilot program is now asking more rural drivers to sign up to ensure that the pilot accurately depicts the needs of the entire state of California. In 2014, the legislature directed the state to implement the California Road Charge Pilot to determine whether a road charge could be an equitable and sustainable way to replace the deteriorating gas tax and better fund transportation infrastructure. The state’s current transportation fun...
FALLBROOK – Library technician Judy Egan conducted her last "Lunch with an Author" event of the school year at the Fallbrook High School Library on April 14 and was very happy to have award-winning author T. Jefferson Parker as her guest. Parker lives in Fallbrook. "He spoke to our students about his newest book, Full Measure," said Egan. "He stated that although writers are told to 'write what they know', he suggests we write about something that scares us." Egan said P...
FALLBROOK – On April 12, the Fallbrook Village Rotary Club was visited by Candice Singh, the superintendent of Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD); Lea Curcio, director of curriculum and instruction, and Emily Larson, library technician at Mary Fay Elementary School, Camp Pendleton. Singh brought the club up to speed on the district's scholastic activities. Its goal is to have all children equipped with an electronic Chromebook to help bring them into the c... Full story
The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD) will continue its homeschool academy, despite recent drops in student numbers. According to Bill Billingsley, assistant superintendent at FUESD, independent study will continue to be an educational option for students. "Both the classic and core programs will continue to be offered," said Billingsley. "The five day homeschool program is our classic program, and our core program provides a combination of in-home and in-class instruction." Billingsley stated that state law... Full story
Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) has received approval from the United States Marine Corps (USMC) to offer a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program (JROTC). Longtime Fallbrook resident Lt. Col. William L. Wade, USMC (Ret), will serve as Senior Military Instructor and administrator of the program, which will commence with the 2016-2017 school year. The approval process took more than a year and required FUHSD officials to work diligently with the Marine Cor...
Elementary schools William H. Frazier and Mary Fay Pendleton – both a part of the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD) – have recently achieved Lighthouse status, an award given by Franklin Covey to honor the attainment of a well-rounded leadership model of The Leader in Me program. Lighthouse schools serve as models of leadership and mentors to other schools, and have achieved the standards laid out by FranklinCovey and The Leader in Me program. This pro... Full story
The county's Planning Commission approved the proposed Pacifica Estates development. The Planning Commission's 7-0 vote April 22 approved a conditioned tentative map for the 17.30-acre property which will be accessed from South Mission Road north of Stage Coach Lane. The Planning Commission has the authority to approve a tentative map in the absence of a rezone or general plan amendment, although a tentative map decision may be appealed to the San Diego County Board of Supervisors and nearby residents are considering that...
Bert Hayden has chosen to retire from the Fallbrook Public Utility District (FPUD) board, and FPUD will be appointing a replacement to fill that seat for the remainder of the calendar year. "Any applicants for the position have until April 30 to submit their name," said FPUD general manager Brian Brady. Hayden was initially elected to the FPUD board in the November 2000 election and was re-elected in 2004, 2008, and 2012. "He's served the board, on the board, long and well," Brady said. FPUD has elected its board members by s...
Patrick Marelly, a leading real estate agent in Fallbrook, admits he's not leading a "balanced" lifestyle. "I'm 24/7 and my clients come first," said Marelly, CEO of The Marelly Group - Realtyonegroup. "I pretty much work seven days a week. I'm somewhat unbalanced that way. Luckily, my wife, Julie, is very understanding." Marelly said "a lot of hard work" and a talented staff has propelled him to be among the leaders in units sold, dollar volume and new listings. "I have a...
FALLBROOK – WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Murphy & Murphy is proud to announce their 2015 Office Award Winners. Kim Steel & Associates earned the highest award at WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Murphy & Murphy, bringing home the prestigious Executive Club Award. In addition, three other Weichert® affiliated agents were honored by the national franchise organization, Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. The awards were presented by Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. Regional Director Debr... Full story
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Angel Society donated over $30,000 to 16 local nonprofit groups in February and March. Part of the $32,750 from the Angel Society was used to sponsor the Boys and Girls Club of North County at the Platinum level, at a cost of $10,000, which will help fund the organization’s summer swim program for kids. Rally for Children received $4,000 in support for its annual Arts in the Park, a free day of art-related activities for children and their f...
OCEANSIDE – Through the generosity of John Kendall, the Carson Scholars Fund is pleased to announce the opening of the first Ben Carson Reading Room in San Diego County at Bonsall West Elementary School. The grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting took place April 25 at Bonsall West Elementary School. Colonel Michael J. Borgschulte, USMC, attended and spoke during the ceremony. The Ben Carson Reading Project is an initiative of the Carson Scholars Fund. The Carson S... Full story
The tantalizing scents of Chilean food with exotic names such as Ceviche de Camaron, Humitas, and Milcaos, were emanating from Café des Artistes on Friday evening, April 22. The event, dubbed “Taste of Chile,” was hosted by Friends of the Fallbrook Library, and initiated by Mary Jo Bacik, who sits on the organization’s board and also plans the programs. It was an evening of wine and appetizer tasting, with Café des Artistes proprietor Michael Calvanese at the helm. Calvane...
Jason Springston was very proud to be a resident of Fallbrook when the community, led by the Chamber of Commerce, dedicated a “Welcome Home” area on the north side of East Mission Road in 2009 in support of service men and women at Camp Pendleton. The site, located near Rancho De Loma Road and Avo Drive, features a large American flag hoisted on a historic flag pole that once adorned the original Fallbrook post office. The flag was illuminated at night by a solar-powered lig...
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Rainy weather on April 7 postponed Fallbrook High School's first Valley League track and field meet to April 11 but the delay didn't bother the Fallbrook's girls as they opened league competition with a 115-15 victory at Orange Glen. "They're actually doing very well," said Fallbrook coach Marco Arias. "The girls team is well-rounded." Orange Glen senior Betsabe Reyes accounted for 10 of the Patriots' points with winning throws of 29'10" in the shot put and 102'7" in the discus. In five events, Orange Glen salvaged a...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort will continue to offer plenty of free entertainment events in May, including three tribute concerts. The entertainment schedule is below: Tribute Concerts, Infinity Showroom Saturdays at 8 p.m. - May 7 – Heartbeat City, a tribute to the The Cars, followed by Club Infinity with DJ Jay - May 14 – Lose Your Illusion, a tribute to Guns n' Roses, followed by Club Infinity with DJ Darren Meyer - May 21 – Lovedrive, a tribute to The Scorpions, followed by Club Infinity with DJ Dennis Blaze 60+ Club in... Full story
PALA -- Rock and Roll super-legends Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons are set to be a highlight of Pala Casino Spa & Resort’s summer entertainment season. The group will perform on Saturday, July 23, on the Starlight Theater stage. The group’s appearance last June at Pala was a sellout. No group was bigger in the early 60s, and thanks to the volcanic success of the Tony Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys," which chronicles the life and times of Frankie and the group, the... Full story
SAN ONOFRE – Preceding the two day Ohana music festival, Eddie Vedder and Kelly Slater are putting on a night of entertainment, music, comedy, dinner, and drinks. Contributions from a live auction will aid the local nonprofit San Onofre Foundation (501c3) in their mission to safeguard and enhance some of Southern California’s most iconic beaches for public enjoyment, while protecting natural flora and fauna. The gala will take place on the evening of Friday, Aug. 26, at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel. The suggested att... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Garden Club Flower Show, “A SOoo California Garden,” will be held Saturday, April 30, at Christ the King Lutheran Church (1620 S. Stage Coach Lane). The show will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there is no admission charge. In addition to the display of cut flowers, container plants, fruits and vegetables, there will be a large plant sale offering a variety of plants suitable for this area. Proceeds from the sale support the club’s many community projects, including college scholar...
The county's Housing Authority approved the use of $400,000 from its Moderate Rehabilitation Program and Mainstream Program administrative fee reserve revenue for incentive programs intended to encourage landlords to provide rental housing for homeless veterans. The board of the San Diego County Housing Authority consists of the five members of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors and two tenants. The Housing Authority voted 6-0 April 13, with Supervisor Greg Cox at a California Coastal Commission meeting, to approve...
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Beautification Alliance (FBA) is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the Fallbrook 2016 Outstanding Landscape Awards. The program, established in 2008, is designed to recognize the efforts of individuals and organizations that contribute to community pride through excellence in landscaping, beautification, and continued property maintenance. The FBA will once again award each of the winning property owners with one adult... Full story
