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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We can learn a lot from reviewing the records kept at a nearby general store 155 years ago. In 1867, Louis Wolf was postmaster in Warner Springs and a partner with Thomas Brady in a general store there. Copies of the ledger from the Wolf and Brady store dated December 1867 through July 1868 give insight into the local economy. Viewing the daily accounts, it appears that customers were not just shopping, but many stopped by to smoke, chew, drink alcohol, and gamble on card game... Full story
Elizabeth Aguilera CalMatters Gov. Gavin Newsom is easing mask restrictions and declaring that the pandemic is moving into a less critical phase. Yet an aggressive slate of COVID-19-related bills – to mandate vaccines for children and workers, to allow 12 to 17 year-olds to get the vaccine without parental consent and more – remain in play under the Capitol dome. The vaccine working group of Democratic legislators behind the proposals say their aim is to increase vaccination r...
SAN DIEGO – Disasters don’t take a break and neither does the work of the American Red Cross. Every day, the Red Cross delivers comfort and care to communities across San Diego and Imperial Counties by responding to disasters, collecting lifesaving blood and supporting our military families. In March, the American Red Cross of San Diego and Imperial Counties is honoring the people who make its mission possible every day during its annual Red Cross Month celebration – a national tradition started nearly 80 years ago when...
José A. Álvarez County of San Diego Communications Office County of San Diego officials and community partners announced Feb. 28 the early results and the launch of a broad, public awareness campaign for a program providing a specialized response to people experiencing a mental health, drug or alcohol-related crisis. Since the Mobile Crisis Response Teams began services in January 2021, the non-law enforcement program has responded to 672 referrals and successfully linked o...
FALLBROOK – Making new friends and exploring local resources and entertainment are key to feeling at home when someone moves to a new area. Newcomers to Fallbrook, De Luz, or Bonsall within the past three years can enjoy all these benefits in a warm and friendly atmosphere when they join the Fallbrook Newcomers Club. Fallbrook Newcomers Club provides helpful information, promotes local business and charities, and provides countless opportunities for fun and friendship t...
Diane A. Rhodes Special to Village News Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley has served families in southwest Riverside County for more than 30 years. The affiliate improves living conditions by building and providing affordable homeownership opportunities and through a variety of other housing programs that include critical home repair, minor repair, neighborhood revitalization and education. In 2008 and 2009, it opened two ReStore retail outlets that also improve living...
FALLBROOK – The long-running coronavirus pandemic has fueled a lot of anxieties – including financial ones. But some people have had far fewer worries than others. Consider this: Among those investors who work with a financial advisor, 84% said that doing so gave them a greater sense of comfort about their finances during the pandemic, according to a survey from Age Wave and Edward Jones. Of course, many people experience investment-related fears even without a global health crisis, and that’s probably not surprising, given...
FALLBROOK – The members of Charles E. Swisher VFW Post 1924 have been recognized by both the VFW National Organization and the VFW Department of California for their work during the 2020-2021 VFW year. The Post earned All-American honors for the first time ever from the national organization as well as All-State honors for the second time (2016-2017) ever from the VFW Department of California. "Every year the National and State Commanders put out the criteria to attain t...
FALLBROOK – “Hard work pays off.” That’s the motto of the Fallbrook Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheer program. For more than 60 years, Fallbrook’s Pop Warner league has inspired thousands of kids to become better athletes, students and members of society. When the pandemic first hit, most youth sports leagues were not immune from the shutdowns that soon followed. In addition to schools and businesses, youth sports organizations were also forced to suspend their programs. Sadly, calling off the entire 2020 season caused ma...
Chloe Shaver Writer Intern Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce hosted a business expo on Feb. 17 to promote chamber members. With over 20 businesses, the expo showcased many of Fallbrook's stores and shops with a range of goods and services to be found here. The Baking it Up Collective brought delicious pastries for everyone in attendance to sample. Kelly Siegler, the owner, started to bake pastries at home to sell in 2017. In 2020, Joanna Costello joined her team, adding sourdough...
Juile Reeder Publisher Whether you are for mandates or against mandates has a lot to do with the information you have. Some people who only know what they hear on the nightly news, may believe that the mandates are necessary and we all need to “do our part.” They may believe that young people are in great danger and they all need to be vaccinated. Others believe we should all be wearing masks. Some people like me, because of my job, seek information daily from all over the globe. It’s important to know the stats, if the s... Full story
Heather Janikowski lost her battle with cancer on Jan. 19, 2022. Heather was home in Fallbrook with her family and her chocolate lab, Chip, by her side. Heather was born on Aug. 31, 1972, in Torrance, California, to Chuck and Jean White. Raised in Fallbrook, she attended Fallbrook High School, where she excelled in softball and cross country. Heather attended Long Beach State University, graduating in 1996 with a degree in kinesiology. An elite level athlete, she was an... Full story
CARLSBAD – The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch are primed to add a pop of color to the rolling hills of Northern San Diego County with over 70 million flowers set to begin blooming Tuesday, March 1. The Flower Fields feature nearly 50 acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, a flower renowned for its large, double-petaled blooms that sit atop tall, straight stems. The Southern California attraction's 2022 theme of "Escape into Color" is fitting as the seemingly endless rows of c...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association's Gallery has moved to 300 N. Brandon Road, in the Old Town Fallbrook complex. The new location will provide more space to display members' art in monthly shows and special events. FAA general member meetings are held each month at the Fallbrook Women's Club, 238 W. Mission Road. General meetings are always free and open to the public, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Same day workshops start at 1 p.m. On Feb. 19, Fallbrook Art Association will w...
PALA – Eleven years ago, on Feb. 3, Rez Radio 91.3 received its license from the FCC. Since then, Rez Radio has never unintentionally gone off the air and has always stood ready to convey important official information in any emergency. Staff developed news and other local programming that has earned more than 20 San Diego Press Club awards for Excellence in Journalism as well as recognition from the Southern California News Association for Best Small Station Newscast. That includes stations in LA, San Diego, the Inland E...
SAN DIEGO - County supervisors today unanimously approved almost $3.9 million to help up to 1,550 microbusinesses, including those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of a grant program partially funded by a state office. Supervisors approved a total of $3.875 million to provide grants of $2,500 each to eligible businesses. The California Office of the Small Business Advocate is also providing partial funding for the county grant program. To qualify, businesses must...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Lifelong Fallbrook resident Mikey Sandoval won the Pro Naturally Aspirated class at the Parker 250 off-road competition Jan. 8. Sandoval and co-driver Austyn Rodriguez of Bonsall completed their two 125-mile loops in 4:41:09.933. Arizona driver Robert Van Beekum had the second-place time of 4:46:11.831. The third-place team, Josh Row and Preston Axford of Lakeside, completed the course in 4:46:39.419. Dallas Gonzalez of Arizona and Tyler Hall...
Lila Macdonald Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce CEO The past 22 months have been a time of learning new things, changing the way we do business and navigating an ever-changing climate. Fallbrook is a unique community and has truly risen to the occasion. We at the Chamber look forward to continuing to foster relationships and provide positive advocacy. In an unincorporated community, our Chamber is an important resource to help a business, nonprofit and the community to thrive and manage the constant daily challenges. The Chamber...
Children's Health Defense Team In late October and early November, the self-serving members of two committees advising the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention without a second thought endorsed experimental COVID vaccines for children as young as 5 years old. Ignoring the 99.995% COVID survival rate for those age 17 and under, the 31 pharma-servile “experts” also appeared unconcerned by reams of damning data about COVID-vaccine-related disabilities and fatalities already occ...
FALLBROOK – The 55th annual version of the Fallbrook Vintage Car Show and Swap Meet will be held Sunday, May 29, at Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Road, Valley Center. Car owners and vendors can go to www.fallbrookvintagecarclub.org to register their cars and to buy swap meet spaces. Free admission to the general public is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Like previous years, we expect over 300 show cars and more than 40 swap meet vendors. The Show Car Gate opens at 8 a.m. and is available until 10 a.m. There are no d...
Frank Brines ARS Master Consulting Rosarian This month I'm going to help you get ready for the major late-winter pruning you should do in late January to late February. (I'll provide details on pruning in my February column.) Temecula Valley Rose Society will host a pruning demonstration Saturday, Jan. 22, at Rose Haven Heritage Garden (30592 Jedediah Smith Road in Temecula), just a few blocks north off Temecula Parkway. You can also check local newspapers and nursery...
Julie Reeder Publisher This week I’ve been reminded of one of the things that makes the newspaper important. It offers people hope. A person called us who believes a senior is being taken advantage of in our community by a younger person who has moved in, is dangerous, and is keeping the senior from their regular caregiver, friends, health care etc. This lady had called the authorities, which in this case was Oceanside Police, and the county with no apparent resolution. After getting her story we were able to assist by c... Full story
FALLBROOK – Community engagement can benefit small businesses in various ways. By engaging with their communities, business owners can build brand awareness and inspire trust among residents. Trust in a brand leads many consumers to share positive word-of-mouth, and it also can inspire brand loyalty, a potentially lucrative benefit that can pay dividends for years to come. A recent study from Bain and Company found that the average repeat customer spends 67% more in months 3...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort has announced its New Year’s Eve entertainment lineup, featuring some of the top local dance bands. Guests can celebrate the new year throughout the afternoon and late into the evening on Friday, Dec. 31 with an impressive lineup of shows. The high energy events will be held at both the Center Bar and Events Center. Admission is free at each venue. New Year’s Eve entertainment lineup Forward Motion – 12:30-4:15 p.m. – Center Bar Jazmine Roger’s Band with special guest DJ G-Squared – 9 p.m. to... Full story
FALLBROOK – As you know, 2021 was full of challenges. We were still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains shut down and inflation heated up. So, if you're like many people, you might not be sorry to see the year come to a close. But now it's time to look ahead to a brighter 2022. And on a personal level, you may want to set some New Year's resolutions. You might resolve to improve your health and diet, and possibly learn some new skills, but why n...
