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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FALLBROOK – Wings of Change's Butterfly of the Month for August is the Sonoran Blue Butterfly and its host plant is Dudleya. The Sonoran Blue Butterfly (Philotes Sonorensis) is a stunning and delicate butterfly species native to central California to northern Baja California. Known for its striking blue coloration and intricate patterns, the Sonoran Blue Butterfly has captured the fascination of nature enthusiasts and scientists alike. In this article, we will delve into the w...
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News Do you know that there are a group of plants that lurk out in the garden, that have many toxic components, and are poisonous? Toxic plants are out in the world, but many of them that we cultivate and admire have some hidden qualities to be aware of. We cannot live without the plant kingdom for they give us the oxygen that we breathe, they give us beauty, medicines, food, and are good for our souls, but beware, for there are some that...
FALLBROOK – Save Our Forest volunteers and donors gather annually to highlight the achievements of the past year, and to recognize the Volunteer of the Year. This was a special year celebrating 30 years of developing Fallbrook's Treescape Project as a committee of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy. In those 30 years, 17 grants totaling $244,585 brought 2800 trees to the community. They enhance the streets and byways in the greater Fallbrook area, while creating energy saving s...
SACRAMENTO – The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), in collaboration with Cal Fire – Office of the State Fire Marshal and Sacramento City Fire, conducted a live wildfire demonstration Sept. 18 to show the effectiveness of research-based wildfire mitigation actions in its Wildfire Prepared Home designation program, including maintaining a noncombustible five-foot buffer around a home – Zone 0 – to help reduce its risk of ignition. Embers, not the main fi...
FALLBROOK – Wings of Change partnered with San Diego Gives and United Way to host a service project in Fallbrook on Sept. 9. They helped create a butterfly habitat at Fallbrook Active Nutrition. Together the Fallbrook community gifted 127 hours of service from 24 volunteers. Wings of Change chose a location with a bank facing west. There was a small oak tree, a pepper tree and a yucca plant that were left in place. The new habitat was created with all four seasons of blooming...
Lucette Moramarco Associate Editor I Love A Clean San Diego Community Outreach Assistant Bella Sullins gave a presentation on taking care of the environment at Rainbow Valley Grange, Sept. 9. In 2022, ILACSD utilized 16,678 volunteers, educated 27,010 youth and adults, removed 182,427 pounds of trash, handled 40,273 recycling inquiries and diverted 42,550 items from landfills. Sullin said that the average resident produces 5.8 pounds of waste per day, over 2,117 pounds per...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved the acceptance of a federal grant for a roadside vegetation management program intended to increase wildfire preparedness in unincorporated San Diego County and authorized the issuance of solicitations for contracts. The 4-0 vote Aug. 29, with one vacant seat, authorized the acceptance of a $1,500,000 Community Project Funds Grant from the United States Forest Service and authorized the director of the county’s Department of Purchasing and C...
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News Carnivorous plants are found from the exotic rainforest to the snowy bogs in the northern hemisphere and even in Northern California. This unique and specialized class of plants has over 700 kinds that attract bugs of all types and lure them with their sticky tentacles and pitcher-like containers, to devore them through digestive plant juices. The following are some types for starters as you enter the world of bizarre carnivorous plants and beware says Audrey from “The little shop o...
Few home design elements provide the instant wow factor of freestanding tubs. Freestanding tubs have an air of luxury that can help current homeowners relax, and impress buyers when homes go on the market. Freestanding tubs are typically made of cast iron or porcelain. The home improvement website HomeAdvisor notes that cast iron is durable and solid and retains heat well, which is great for those who want to spend more than a little time relaxing in a freestanding tub. Howeve...
FALLBROOK – Planning ahead can help make adverse situations more manageable. Such is the case when storms strike and the power goes out. Extended power outages may not be pleasant, but some proactive planning can make it easier to withstand blackouts. Establish a local support network Support can be just as valuable as supplies when confronting power outages. The American Red Cross urged individuals to identify people who can help them during an extended power outage. Such individuals may help them stay at home or evacuate i...
Saoimanu Sope Special to the village News A new avocado, one that complements the widely known 'Hass,' will hit the world market soon. The 'Luna UCR' variety (trademarked and patent pending) has several characteristics that should be of interest to both growers and consumers, said Mary Lu Arpaia, University of California Cooperative Extension subtropical horticulture specialist based at UC Riverside. From the grower perspective, the tree is about half the size of the leading...
Stacey Zeitlin San Diego Humane Society With all that San Diego has to offer, it's easy to forget that a natural disaster could strike at a moment's notice. Events like earthquakes or wildfires are real threats to the Southern California region, but many residents have yet to prepare for the unthinkable. In honor of National Preparedness Month, San Diego Humane Society encouraged the community to take steps to keep themselves and their animals safe during an emergency. When...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Fallbrook Community Planning Group has requested information about failing storm drains in Fallbrook. A 13-0 planning group vote Aug. 12, with Jacqui Kaiser and J.J. Neese absent, approved a motion requesting information about the location of failing storm drains, the public agency responsible for the storm drains, additional information about those storm drains and their need for repair, and potential funding to repair those storm drains. “It’s an urgent public safety issue,” said plann...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – International Coastal Cleanup Day returns to San Diego County for its 39th edition on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD) is the San Diego host for the international coastal cleanup and will be joining many U.S. states, territories, and more than 150 countries across the world. The annual event brings together thousands of San Diegans to preserve the health of over 100 local parks, beaches, creeks, and oceans. Individuals, friends and family, and corporate teams a...
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News Bark, the outer layer of a tree's protective shield, wards off extreme heat, cold and sunlight and is similar in many ways to our own skin. It is essential for a tree's survival, health and growth. Bark, found in the cambium layer of a tree, plays many roles in the life of a tree. There are two key systems, the phloem section which carries the sugars and starches from the leaves through the photosystems process and is part of the...
Frank Brines ARS Master Rosarian I checked the weather projections and learned that temperatures in the Temecula Valley for the first week of September are in the mid-80s. The higher-than-normal humidity (due to warmer ocean water temperatures) will make it feel warmer. All in all, temperatures are trending higher in the last five years. The deluge from Tropical Storm Hilary will help recharge our soils, but please stay alert to the water status of your roses as the month...
FALLBROOK – Wings of Change, a nonprofit committed to creating ecological landscapes to support butterflies, reminds residents that another wave of monarch butterflies is mating right now here in San Diego County, so it's a good idea to keep their gardens full of milkweed which is vital in the next 60 days. Monarchs can be expected in parts of the country with more sun starting in November or later. Monarch butterflies lay their eggs on milkweeds. If they can't find any, t...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Garden Club members and family gathered for the annual summer picnic Aug. 10 under the shade of the oak trees in Live Oak Park. Everyone brought their own picnic baskets and enjoyed visiting with new members, returning members and their families. The tomato contest has been a long-standing tradition. Tomatoes were judged for best tasting, smallest, largest, most unique variety and prettiest. Each winner received an herb plant. The club's new season b...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The theme of the 2023 San Diego County Fair was "Get Out There," which emphasized the outdoors. That is also a major component of the Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society, so the FGMS booth took advantage of this year's fair theme. "That's the whole reason this group of like-minded individuals got together," said Elizabeth Cheathem, who created the booth display. The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational...
Shauni Lyles County of San Diego Communications Office Lithium-ion battery fires are at an all-time high, according to the San Diego Fire Hazardous Materials Team. You can find rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in cordless power tools, cordless vacuums, laptops, cell phones, cameras, electric bicycles and electric scooters, to name a few. These batteries store a large amount of energy and pose a threat if not disposed of properly. They can overheat, catch fire, or even...
Terrier pups Clover, left, and her brother Gable, are approximately 15 months old and very playful, sweet dogs. Ideally, Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary would like them to be adopted together as they are besties. To make an appointment to meet this dynamic duo, email [email protected].... Full story
Frank Brines ARS Master Rosarian Summer is certainly upon us – and based on past experience, it’s only going to get hotter before it gets cooler. I didn’t need to tell you that at the beginning of August, did I? The year 2023 is and has been very unusual weather wise breaking records all over the globe. Since high summer temperatures and less-than-ideal conditions for roses are inevitable for the next couple of months, let’s get ready. Stroll through your gardens in the morning, look for leaf wilt, drying or discolo... Full story
Village News Staff Out by De Luz near Ross Lake, Helayne Frankel didn't know anything about the Century Plant, but has witnessed the daily growth of her plant which she calls Annie. Frankel was surprised to find out that the Century Plant, which has been believed to bloom every 100 years, actually blooms after 20-30 years and only once in its lifespan. Annie the Century Plant is approximately 20-30 feet in height and is in full bloom, which will last another week or so....
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News The status of the California mountain lion has changed over the years, from being hunted with a bounty on their head to being an especially protected native mammal. We are living in their territory, and it is their backyard to roam and survive in today's world, which is not easy these days. They are most plentifully found where there are lots of prey, and adequate native plant cover on our local mountains and they play a key role in...
CALIFORNIA – The American Pickers are excited to return to California! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series in California in September 2023. American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in a...
