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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Two 5-0 votes during the Aug. 27 North County Fire Protection District board meeting approved guaranteed maximum price agreements for work at Station 3 in Rainbow. One action approved a contract amendment with TELACU Construction Management (TCM) for the construction work to renovate Station 3. The other contract amendment with TCM is for the dozer barn at Station 3. The NCFPD was created in 1986 when the Fallbrook Fire Protection District merged with the county service area which provided fire protection to Rainbow and...
The County of San Diego has authorized the bid process for a construction contract to reduce stormwater runoff along South Mission Road between Grand Tradition Way and Pepper Tree Lane. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 Aug. 28 to authorize the director of the county’s Department of Purchasing and Contracting to take the necessary actions to advertise the contract for bid and to award a construction contract. The action also designated the director of the county’s Department of Public Works as the cou...
Rainbow Municipal Water District staff performed emergency repairs July 26 after a water main broke at the intersection of Gopher Canyon Road and Rue Margaux. The leak indicated pipeline vulnerability elsewhere, and on August 27 the Rainbow board approved emergency waterline and paving repairs. The board’s 4-0 vote, with Cari Dale absent, added the Gopher Canyon Mainline Repair project to the 2024-25 capital budget. The $600,000 budget covers $465,000 for paving, $50,000 for materials, $31,000 for labor including benefit c...
A Rainbow Municipal Water District customer may request a reduction in the property’s meter size. The decision whether or not to grant that reduction had been based on whether capacity for a smaller meter would be exceeded over a 12-month average, but the Aug. 27 Rainbow board meeting changed the district’s Administrative Code to require that usage during all 12 months not exceed capacity limitations. The change passed on a 3-0-1 board vote. Hayden Hamilton, Julie Johnson, and Michael Mack supported the motion. Patti Tow...
Part of a healthy, balanced diet includes the consumption of nutrient rich fruits and vegetables. Dried fruit might seem like a handy snack to meet this dietary recommendation. This snack consists of fruit in which the water has been removed by a dehydrator or naturally from the sun. Apricots, cranberries, raisins, dates.... are just a few on the list. Sometimes they're coated in a spice or sugar for added taste, such as dried mangoes with chili pepper. There are pros and...
ELK GROVE, Calif. – School is back in session and millions of California students of all ages are walking and biking to school, marking the return of busy streets and bustling school zones. With this increase in activity comes the responsibility for everyone – parents, students, and drivers alike – to prioritize safety on our roads. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Caltrans are committed to making sure that kids arrive at school safely each day. Here are some essential tips and reminders to stay safe when...
TEMECULA – Southwest Healthcare Temecula Valley Hospital announces the appointment of Hong Min, as Chief Executive Officer, effective Sept. 3. Min is a dynamic healthcare executive with over 20 years of experience, bringing a proven record of high performance and achievement in hospital operations, strategic planning and culture/change management. Min succeeds Darlene Wetton, who was promoted to Group Vice President, Southwest Healthcare, California. In her new role, Wetton oversees a portfolio of healthcare facilities w...
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. During this month, prevention organizations, survivors, mental health advocates, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention and awareness. An essential part of suicide prevention, especially amid the ongoing drug overdose epidemic, is recognizing the link between suicide and substance use disorders. Suicide prevention and substance use prevention campaigns are always working together to save lives and inform individuals, families, and communities. It is no secret...
In recent decades, dietary habits have shifted dramatically, influenced by the availability and use of various food ingredients. Among these changes, one ingredient stands out for its alarming rise in consumption: high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). This article explores the profound impact of HFCS on our health, its rise in the American diet, and the broader implications for nutrition and well-being. The meteoric rise of high fructose corn syrup High fructose corn syrup is a sweetener derived from corn starch that has seen an...
FALLBROOK – After watching her older brother Kai Kroeger thrive at D'Vine Path, Marina Kroeger was inspired to join the program in 2019 to assist her in achieving her goals and refining her skills. After previously struggling to obtain employment, Marina has successfully held two jobs since her time at D'Vine Path. When Kroeger enrolled at D'Vine Path, she struggled with confidence, public speaking and social skills. According to Kroeger, her low self esteem made it d...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Land Conservancy's annual dinner event focused on "Celebrating Local," recognized longtime volunteers and supporters, and paid homage to Los Jilgueros Preserve, the first property acquired by the organization to be protected as open space. Held at the home of Wallace and Beverly Tucker, the July event drew more than 85 guests, who enjoyed local food, wine and live music. The evening also raised funds towards an endowment for the management of Los J...
SAN DIEGO – Nine orphaned coyotes are back in the wild where they belong after being raised at San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center. Project Wildlife's staff released the coyotes on the Eagle Peak Preserve near Julian, in collaboration with the San Diego River Park Foundation, Aug. 26. The coyotes are about six months old. They all came in at different times between March and May, when they were approximately 4-6 weeks old. San Diego Humane Society's Project Wildl...
New development pays capacity charges to cover the project’s share of the existing infrastructure system, and water and sewer capacity fees are based on equivalent dwelling units. What was once a senior assisted living facility in the 1700 block of South Mission Road is being converted into a complex of senior apartments, and the change of use will require an additional $413,315 in sewer capacity fees. The Aug. 26 Fallbrook Public Utility District board meeting approved a financing agreement for the additional capacity f...
The county’s Behavioral Health Services and Public Defender departments, Superior Court and other partners are all celebrating an inspiring milestone for the Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Act program, https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Pages/CARE-ACT.aspx. On Aug. 7, CARE Court held its first graduation ceremony. The CARE Act gives individuals the opportunity to participate in creating their own CARE agreement for mental health and housing support. Eligible adults are persons with untreated schizophrenia or o...
County of San Diego Communications Office"Together, we can," was the theme for the 23rd International Overdose Awareness Day and press conference at the County Administration Center. The annual event featured a garden of purple flags, each one representing an overdose death in San Diego County. This year there were 1,203 purple flags, 97 fewer flags than last year. The County Administration Center was also lit up in purple on Aug. 31 in recognition of those who died from an...
If you’re retiring soon or know someone who is, you’re not alone. In 2024, a record 4.1 million Americans are expected to retire, with over 11,000 turning 65 every day. This phenomenon is sometimes referred to as “Peak 65” or the “Silver Tsunami” and will continue for the next several years – meaning a lot of people and their families are looking for answers about Medicare. Companies advertising Medicare plans and Medicare enrollment opportunities may open their commercials with a person asking – “I just turned 65. What a...
I know that everyone is not as fortunate as I am to have several family members who I know love me. I am so grateful, and I love them in return. I will do almost everything I can to make their lives better and they do the same for me. Picking them up from the airport or making chicken soup if they are ill, watching their kids or their pets (or their kid’s pets), etc. I will gladly do whatever is needed of me but at the same time, I always try to minimize how much I ask of others. I don’t want to burden them. This is com...
BONSALL – Kelp Pilates, a new Pilates studio in Bonsall River Village, is celebrating its Grand Opening on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with activities including raffle prizes, pop-ups from local businesses, and free gifts for new members, as well as tea and snacks for everyone. Founded by Anna Alcorn, a former high school teacher and performing dancer, Kelp Pilates aims to create a welcoming environment inspired by nature, focusing on personalized attention to help clients achieve their fitness, healing, and i...
Strike "it's all luck." Highlight effort. Gravitate towards selecting balanced choices. Fantastic health is not something everyone can achieve. Tricky health diagnoses strike. Whether us, a friend, or a loved one, we will experience chronic illness and disease in our lifetime. It is just a fact of life. I'm far from pessimistic; I'm proactive. Dedication, awareness, and commitment are three actions that we can be in the driver seat of. My goal is to do all I can to prevent, le...
Many people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues sometimes have a difficult time taking care of their pets. As a result, here are six ways on how to take care of your pets while you deal with your mental health issues. 1. Do what is most important: It is important that you take care of your pet’s main needs when you are struggling with your anxieties. Feeding your pet, making sure they are healthy, and making sure they are living in a safe environment is what is most important. Remember to f...
Karlene Karst, BSc Nutrition Special to the Village News Raising healthy kids – As a nutritionist and mom of three kids ages 16, 13, and 9, I feel like I’ve seen it all regarding food. Parents face ongoing challenges in raising healthy, well-nourished children in a world where sugary temptations lurk around every corner. I learned to pick my “battles,” and just kept showing up each day in the kitchen with a variety of healthy foods, consuming healthy foods myself (role modeling is one of the best ways to encourage positiv...
Plastics that break down into particles as tiny as our DNA – small enough to be absorbed through our skin – are released into our environment at a rate of 82 million metric tons a year. These plastics, and the mix of chemicals they are made with, are now major contributors to disease, affecting the risk of afflictions ranging from cancer to hormonal issues. Plastic pollution threatens everything from sea animals to human beings, a problem scientists, activists, business groups, and politicians are debating as they draft a glo...
