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Every season has its attraction for cooks. Summer seems to call for salads, salads and salads. One of my favorites is Salad Niçoise. While your version and my version may differ, both will require a salad dressing. Methinks homemade is best. Let your creativity and palette reign supreme using the listing of ingredients and choose one of the two similar yet different salad dressings. It’s simply a personal choice. Perhaps the only suggestion is to lightly marinate the green beans and potatoes with just enough salad dressing so...
Caleb Hampton Ag Alert A cold spring coupled with increased imports and a persistent labor shortage has challenged California avocado growers, as many have kept fruit hanging on trees for months in search of a market opportunity. "A lot of people are waiting to pick," said Daryn Miller, agronomist at his family's Villa Pacifica Ranch in San Luis Obispo County, which has yet to harvest any of this year's crop. California's avocado season stretches from February through...
Brian Gonzales J&W Lumber Outdoor home decor is based on a number of things: current design trends, geographical region, and of course, personal preference. As the decking industry continues to change, there's been growing interest in composite-manufactured decking. But for some, the warmth and classic style of a wood deck is still ideal. The appearance that wood provides is timeless, which is why it always manages to make its way back as a top trend. For homeowners who apprec...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Public Utility District’s annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) contains detailed information on water quality tests performed in 2022. These sampling tests ensure the district’s water meets regulatory standards. FPUD’s tap water met or exceeded all state and federal requirements this year, as in years past. The CCR became available recently on the district’s website at https://www.fpud.com/news-publications. It will also be available at the Fallbrook Library, Fallbrook Community Center and at th...
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Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Nora Vargas and county health officials held a press event Tuesday to remind people the County’s Cool Zone program gives them free, safe, air-conditioned sanctuaries to escape extreme heat as temperatures are expected to rise this weekend. A complete list of Cool Zone sites, their hours and locations is located online. The site includes a map feature where people can type in their address to find locations near them. People can a...
Dr. Amit Arwindekar Medical Director UnitedHealthcare Global Summer is a great time to focus on fitness, especially for men. While for some men, their health may be a secondary concern, the summer months offer an opportune time to help raise awareness of the health challenges men face and encourage them to take action to improve their well-being. For instance, compared to women, men may experience some health conditions at higher rates, including heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. By highlighting this...
7 Fun Ideas to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Fallbrook, California Looking to make this Fourth of July extra special? Fallbrook, California, offers a variety of fun activities and experiences to celebrate Independence Day. Whether you're flying solo or with a small group, here are seven exciting ideas to make your Fourth of July in Fallbrook unforgettable: 1. Explore Live Oak Park: Pack a picnic basket, grab a blanket, and head to Live Oak Park. Spend a relaxing afternoon...
Judith Bell Food Editor When you have the time, please consider making Fresh Corn Pudding as an accompaniment to any grilled meat, fish, or shellfish. The time you’ll need is in the baking as putting it together might take 10 minutes...tops! One tip: to cut corn from the cob, place one piece of corn in a medium bowl. Cut the kernels off starting halfway down the cob. Then turn corn and remove the remainder. The baking casserole might be your fanciest as the pudding will go from the oven to the table for serving. Fresh Corn P...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Two does raised by Fallbrook Future Farmers of America member Taylor Michalke were awarded grand champion of breed at the San Diego County Fair's dairy goat show June 13-18. FFA, 4-H, and Junior Grange members who competed in the Junior Dairy Goat Show were also allowed to compete in the Open Dairy Goat Show as long as the same animal was entered and shown in the junior show and the animal met all open show entry deadlines and guidelines....
SACRAMENTO – The State of California rolled out June 19 a first-of-its-kind approach to curbing the state’s catastrophic wildfire problem by providing new protections for prescribed fire and cultural burning practitioners. The $20 million allocated for the “Prescribed Fire Liability Claims Fund Pilot” will cover losses in the rare instance a prescribed or cultural burn escapes control. California Senator Bill Dodd authored the 2022 Senate Bill 926 that made this fund possible, continuing his many years of leadership on wild...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – As the summer season gets started and residents gear up to enjoy activities at local beaches, backyards, and parks, I Love A Clean San Diego and the County of San Diego are encouraging residents to make a conscious effort towards reducing waste. By recycling right, swapping single-use items for reusable alternatives, and opting for finger foods over packaged items, they can collectively reduce their environmental impact this season. "Summer activities l...
Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough Special to the Village News Pasta is one of those foods that gets a bad reputation, but remains a popular staple of the American diet. The truth lies in the type of pasta, what you're eating with it, and the quantity you are consuming. The traditional restaurant's serving size for your dish is nearly four servings, which is well over the amount you should have or even need in one meal. Pasta can be part of a healthy diet, but we don't associate...
Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office San Diego County released its 2023 Love Your Heart Report Tuesday, showing that the annual February public health campaign gave more than 46,000 people free blood pressure checks and saved 646 people from imminent medical emergencies like strokes or heart attacks. The County started the Love Your Heart campaign at 15 sites in 2012. The goal was to help people to "know their numbers" with free blood pressure checks, and...
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Carol Huss Special to the Village News It is vital and comforting for all of us to be prepared for emergencies and know how to respond to that emergency, whether it’s a medical accident or local disaster. In the early stages of a catastrophic disaster, citizens will likely be on their own, so being self-sufficient and able to assist others is achieved through learning some training in basic first aid and disaster preparedness. In 1994, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provided a basic training program for us cal...
Michael Leach Special to the Village News The Fourth of July is a joyous occasion filled with family and friends, fireworks, and freedom. July 4 is also America's top beer-drinking holiday. It’s estimated that over $1 billion is spent on beer during the Fourth of July. In addition, over $450 million is spent on wine. It can be a challenging time for someone in recovery. The holiday is associated with excessive drinking and celebrating. Yet, it is not impossible to stay sober. Anyone in recovery can still enjoy the holiday t...
Village News Staff The liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying the body and eliminating harmful substances. Contrary to popular belief, the liver does not store toxins but works to eliminate them. However, if the liver is fatty, toxins may accumulate. This article will highlight the essential foods that support liver health and aid in its detoxification process. Understanding liver detoxification Liver detoxification involves two main phases: phase one breaks down toxins into water-soluble particles, and phase two adds...
San Diego Humane Society encourages pet owners to prepare for the July Fourth holiday to prevent pets from getting lost SAN DIEGO – San Diego Humane Society is calling on pet parents to take proactive measures to prevent their beloved animals from ending up in shelters during and after the July Fourth holiday. To incentivize dog owners to license their dogs and microchip their pets, the organization is waiving fees between June 13 and July 2. Fee-waived licensing can only be d...
Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office County supervisors approved a new three-year, $848 million Mental Health Services Act plan June 13 that will increase spending for programs to help children, youth, families, adults and older adults who suffer serious mental illness or crises. Some of those existing services include help with mental health services, housing and “wraparound” care that helps children by treating them within their own homes, schools and families. It also includes mobile crisis res...
Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office Hoping to find new ways to keep young people from attempting suicide, the county is poised to take part in a $4.1 million state youth suicide-focused pilot program. The program, County Health and Human Services Agency officials said June 14, could develop new prevention responses – like systems to continue contact and follow up care when youth experiencing thoughts of suicide, doing self-harm, or attempting suicide e...
FALLBROOK – According to the National Fatherhood Initiative, one in four children in the U.S. lives without a father, stepfather, or father-figure. That translates to more than 18 million American kids. In San Diego County, 21% of the children are in homes without fathers. In 2022, Hope Clinic for Women added a fatherhood initiative as part of its strategic plan to be implemented in 2023. This January, Zion Lutheran Church in partnership with HCW sought and received funding t...
SAN MARCOS – TrueCare, a community-based health center serving San Diego and Riverside counties, was awarded a $2 million grant recently from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration. TrueCare will use grant funding to impact maternal and newborn health outcomes through a new doula program. The U.S. has the shocking distinction of reporting the worst maternal mortality outcomes among industrialized nations. Women of color are two to three times more likely t...
Heidi Simmons Certified Life Coach It's summertime, and the living is crazy. The weather is perfect for barbecues, days at the pool and trips to the beach. Sound too perfect? Well, it is. The children are also out of school for several months now, so the above diversions are only going to last so long. If parents want to keep their sanity this summer, don't despair. There is a plethora of amusements to pursue right in their own backyard. So, before their children can say,...