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Fallbrook High School senior Lauren Copeland signed a letter of intent to play field hockey at the University of California, Davis. Copeland signed her letter of intent Feb. 6 during the National Signing Day ceremony at the San Diego Hall of Champions. “It was very exciting, one of the most exciting days of my life, actually. It’s such a relief to know that I’m actually committed there,” Copeland said. “I can’t wait to get started with my college career.” Copeland had also been considering Missouri State, although Davi...
Sarina Rodriguez of Oasis High School and Savanah Dawkins, Laura Perez Calderon, and Michael Zatlin of Fallbrook High School were honored as the Fallbrook Students of the Month for February at a celebratory breakfast event held Feb. 7 at the Fallbrook Community Center. Students are selected for the honor based on their achievements in academics, community service, peer respect, and leadership. Dale Mitchell, superintendent of the Fallbrook Union High School District, said at... Full story
RIVERSIDE - A Riverside police officer ambushed and killed while on patrol was honored today by friends and family, who remembered him as an accomplished law enforcement officer and former Marine devoted to his family, leaving an indelible impression on everyone he knew. ''My first thought was because he was taken from us way too early, he never got to make his mark on this world,'' said Rob Frazer, a childhood friend of 34-year-old Officer Michael Daniel Crain. ''But after seeing this, I know that's not true. There's been...
A tall goblet foaming with fresh-squeezed California tangerine juice graces the table at the Broken Yolk Café in Temecula. I would be happy to just sit and sip this marvelous drink, but wait…there’s more! A smiling server sets down a waffle graced with a delicate tiara of strawberries and swirls of whipped cream topped with a sweet strawberry sauce. The golden waffle texture is somewhere between soft and crisp, which means it’s cooked just right. The entire concoction is just...
Fallbrook High School’s girls cross-country team held its post-season awards ceremony Nov. 26 at the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center. “It was a very nice ceremony,” said Fallbrook head coach Troy Hamlin. “It was very heavily attended.” The ceremony included a slideshow presentation as well as the awards, and the girls also received varsity letters or certificates of participation. “I try to make it a really positive experience, especially for the seniors,” Hamlin said. “We try to celebrate the seniors and their careers and...
The worlds of art and literature collided in Fallbrook High School’s library when entries in the inaugural Altered Books Contest were put on display in December. A lot of thought, ingenuity, and imagination went into the recycling of books into artistic masterpieces. At the beginning of the school year, high school librarian Jennifer Baxter took an inventory of the books in her care and “weeded” out 200 outdated or damaged books. Discarded books were also obtained from other l... Full story
FALLBROOK – On Thursday, Jan. 3, the guest speaker at the Fallbrook Democratic Club meeting will be Francine Busby. Busby has distinguished herself as a strong advocate for women and girls, public education, and equal opportunity for all Americans. She is the executive director of Run Women Run, a non-profit organization dedicated to electing pro-choice women. Busby has also served as president of the Cardiff School District and previously ran for Congress. Since 2004, she has been in the forefront of the dynamic...
The San Diego County Registrar of Voters officially announced December 4 that Prop BB, which would allow for the unification of the Bonsall Union School District (BUSD), was passed by county voters. According to the registrar, the total number of votes were 19,996, with 52.83 percent (10,564) of voters voting 'yes' and 47.17 percent (9,432) of voters voting ‘no’ for the proposition. Justin Cunningham, superintendent for BUSD was pleased with the outcome, and knew that the victory would not have been possible without the help...
Fallbrook High School’s varsity football team has had previous 1-9 seasons, including the 1993 season when Chris Fore was a Fallbrook High School senior. Fore had been involved in an automobile accident earlier in high school and was unable to play that year due to his injury, so, as he served as the offensive line coach for the Warriors’ freshman team which posted a 6-4 record that year. That was the start of Fore’s coaching career. This year Fore took over as the athle... Full story
FALLBROOK – Soroptimist International of Fallbrook annually recognizes young women between the ages of 14 and 17 who volunteer to make the world a better place through their volunteer efforts in their communities or schools. A cash grant of $250 will be awarded, in honor of the winner, to their volunteer organization of choice. Soroptimists also recognizes women who seek financial assistance to return to school through their Women’s Opportunity Award. The applicants must be the primary wage earners of their families a...
Scott Allan Bowers of Maryville, Tenn. passed away July 11, 2012, by choice. Scott was a 1976 graduate of Fallbrook High School and a 1981 graduate of San Diego State. He is sadly missed by his parents, Col. Rufus and Polly Bowers, USMC (Ret.) of Morro Road; his sister, Meelora Zerick of Maryville, Tenn.; and his sons, Sam and Gray of Cypress, Calif. Any memorial gift may be made to your favorite charity or to the Charles Swisher VFW Post 1924 of Fallbrook. Thank you for all of your prayers and support during this time of...
As students enter their senior year of high school and the pending future draws near, it can be daunting for those who still aren’t sure what they would like to do after graduation. In continuing a person’s education, questions arise as far as what school they should attend, what study they should major in, and more. Depending on a specified major, location, and the overall feel of a school, it can be tough narrowing one’s choice down. San Joaquin Valley College (SJVC) under...
Alexia Schuster of Ivy High School and McKenna Diverde, Micah Marroquin, and Sam McDaniel of Fallbrook High School were honored as the Fallbrook Students of the Month for November at a celebratory breakfast held Nov. 1 at the Fallbrook Community Center. The students were selected for the honor based on their noteworthy achievements – including academic performance, community service work, and leadership skills. in leadership of the program that has honored students for...
In several local governing boards, the number of candidates that have filed for openings exactly match the number of available seats, thus creating non-contested races. Boards that do have multiple candidates vying for an open seat(s) include: Bonsall Union School District Longtime Bonsall Union School District board members Dick Olson and Dr. Sylvia Tucker’s seats are open this year and both have filed to continue their service. They are being challenged by third candidate Eric Ortega. Candidates were asked what they felt t...
SAN DIEGO - What do you do if the current economy has made it difficult to secure the career you are looking for or left you looking for a new job? Many adults are choosing to go back to school. Thousands of laid-off workers or those who are stuck in careers that may not have been their first choice find that the path to new opportunities runs through a classroom. Spurred by the $787 billion economic stimulus bill that President Obama signed back in February 2009, which...
SAN DIEGO - Former San Diego Padres first baseman and San Diego native Adrian Gonzalez was among four players obtained today by the Los Angeles Dodgers in a nine-player trade with the Boston Red Sox. Gonzalez hit a three-run home run in his first at bat in a game against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium tonight. Gonzalez is the sixth player in Los Angeles Dodger history to hit a home run in his first at bat with the team. In the largest trade in Los Angeles Dodger history, the team also acquired outfielder Carl Crawford,... Full story
Fallbrook High School’s varsity softball team held its post-season banquet May 31 at the Fallbrook Golf Club’s Hukilau restaurant. The banquet included a buffet, a season highlight video, the presentation of varsity letters, and the recognition of the San Diego Union-Tribune’s all-academic team as well as the presentation of awards. “We had a great time,” said Fallbrook co-coach Shannon Koran. Koran noted that the Hukilau had allowed the softball team to use its banquet room for fundraisers during the season. “We kind of lik... Full story
FALLBROOK – A call for films has been issued for the Fallbrook International Film Festival which will be held April 5, 6, and 7, 2013. The event is the fifth organized locally and is designed to foster diverse, unique, and intriguing pieces of cinematic art from across the globe. The festival accepts submissions in a wide variety of categories and entries have the chance to earn Best Drama, Comedy, Action, Musical, Documentary, Animation, Student Film, Judges’ Choice, a...
RIVERSIDE - Fireworks shows celebrating America's 236th birthday began last night in Riverside County, ahead of a series of parades and pyrotechnic events planned countywide for today. On Tuesday, July 3rd, at Storm Stadium in Lake Elsinore, a fireworks display was held at 9 p.m., following the Storm's game against the Bakersfield Blaze. Shows were scheduled around the same time at Jurupa Valley High School, 10551 Bellegrave Ave., and Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van...
Long-time Fallbrook resident Wilbur H. “Wil” Smyth passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 10, 2012. Wil lived in Fallbrook for over 25 years, where he enjoyed his time with his wife of 55 years, Mary Smyth, while tending his avocados and his racing pigeons. Wil was born Dec. 21, 1924 in Pasadena, Calif., the son of Hugh and Annie Smyth of Belfast, Northern Ireland. He grew up in Los Angeles where he graduated from Franklin High School in Highland Park. He enlisted in...
If cars could talk, what would they say about their owners, their escapades, and the social culture of the point in time they represent? Would some be dignified and stand on ceremony? Could it be expected that some might be energetic and/or playful? Would others be bold and racy? If they could speak, over 300 cars would have had their individual tales to tell at the 47th annual Fallbrook Vintage Car Show held Sunday, May 27 on the grass field at Potter Jr. High School.... Full story
Jamie Garcia’s Fallbrook High School athletic career ended May 11 after she ran the 4x400 relay race in the Avocado East League track and field finals, but her scholastic sports career will continue this fall when college field hockey commences for 2012. Garcia spent part of February 1 at the San Diego Hall of Champions signing her collegiate letter of intent to play field hockey for the University of California, Davis. “That was really cool,” Garcia said. “It was fun to be w...
Two Fallbrook High School field hockey players have signed letters of intent to play for Missouri State University. Defender Jackie Eskue and forward Sydney Richelieu signed their collegiate letters of intent February 1 at a San Diego Hall of Champions ceremony. “I’m really excited about it,” Eskue said. “I was really excited. Finally I got to pick a school, and I was really glad with my decision,” Richelieu said. “We’re extremely excited to have them as a part of our squad.... Full story
KIDS / TEEN EVENTS: May 4 – Tom Sawyer Science at Pennypickles Workshop. 42081 Main Street, Temecula. Information: (951) 308-6370. May 5 – 10:15-11:45 a.m. Pennypickle’s Scout Patch and Merit Badge Program: Space Exploration at the Temecula Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street. Hands on classes that will meet some requirements for one of the science badges. Troop leaders and chaperones are free. Registration is required one week prior and a minimum of 10 scouts is needed. Information: (951) 308-6370. May 8 &nd...
Two Fallbrook players were part of the 2011-12 San Diego Sockers who not only won the Professional Arena Soccer League championship but also posted a perfect season. Chris Toth and Mikel Palmerin were part of the Sockers team which finished 24-0 for the indoor soccer year, including 18-0 in PASL play. The Sockers captured the PASL championship March 10 with a 10-7 victory over the Detroit Waza in the championship finals. A 13-6 win over the Cincinnati Kings on March 17 gave the Sockers the U.S. Open Cup title to add to their...
