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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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture declared April 2021 as Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month. The national outreach initiative enlisted the public in the fight against invasive pests. These damaging invaders threaten the nation’s food crops, forests and natural resources. IPPDAM aims to raise public awareness about this threat, which can devastate agriculture, livelihoods and food security. In celebration of the United Nations’ International Year of Plant Health, APHIS partnered with the North Ameri...
Every homeowner has a defined budget they can allocate toward a remodeling project. Even if funds were unlimited, it's still in a homeowner's best interest to secure the best value for each dollar invested in a remodeling project, ultimately increasing the value of the home. Consider these tips from the experts at the National Association for the Remodeling Industry to help save money on your next project. Determine how far your budget will go Create a wish list of everything...
San Diego County has approved its preliminary list of road segments to be resurfaced. A 5-0 San Diego County Board of Supervisors vote, April 7, adopted a resolution with the list of projects to be funded by fiscal year 2021-2022 Road Repair and Accountability Act revenue. The road segments include 12 in Fallbrook, two in Bonsall, one in Pauma Valley and one in Rainbow. The Road Repair and Accountability Act was passed by the California Legislature in 2017 and raised the gas tax by 12 cents per gallon while raising annual...
Now as much as ever, your home may be a sanctuary for all kinds of expression, from thinking and dreaming to working and playing. Over the past year, homeowners began to consider the intersection of function and design in new ways. Weekend warriors are dedicating themselves to creating more organized living spaces and making their homes better places for learning, working and living. If you're considering upgrades to your home, consider these DIY ideas from the experts at...
KANAB, Utah – What may sound cute to the general public causes a shudder every year among animal shelter staff across the country. "Kitten Season," as it's known in the animal welfare field, starts each spring and lasts through fall. Like the term implies, it's the time of year when unspayed female cats have most of their litters and animal shelters are inundated by orphaned kittens who need intensive care. "Cats can become pregnant at just four months old and the duration of...
FALLBROOK – Stephanie Holbrook, founder of Wings of Change and assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 731, organized a cleanup April 3 at the Fallbrook Community Garden with a few local scouts. With the help of two Boy Scouts, one Cub Scout and one Eagle Scout parent, they were able to eradicate invasive weeds and make the entrance to the garden look more aesthetically pleasing, as well as clear an area to allow for more parking spaces. Attendees Mikey Regner from Troop 731, Carolin...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego Gas and Electric has kicked off its 11th annual Environmental Champions grant program – an initiative funded by shareholder dollars to support the work of local nonprofit organizations engaged in wide-ranging environmental protection and education efforts. For the first time, the program has set aside additional funds specifically for a new tree planting initiative. SDG&E invites qualified organizations to apply for program funding that supports climate action in one or more of the following areas: urb...
Many gardeners are having – or are about to have – their first flush of blooms. Climate change is influencing the weather and effecting the accustomed pruning schedule. The erratic temperatures also have a bearing on the growth of the plants. Roses didn't stop growing this past winter. I was one of those gardeners who pruned later than I had hoped. Even so, I have buds opening on the bushes that were pruned on schedule. Now the conditions for fungi are present, and rust and/or mildew which will need control with fun...
FALLBROOK – The value of a retreat-like backyard was never more apparent than in 2020. Over the last year-plus, much of the world has been spending time at home as the coronavirus pandemic. People have looked for a respite from the pandemic, and many turned their attention to their own backyards to provide such an escape. The online home remodeling platform Houzz reported a 58% annual increase in project leads for home professionals in June 2020. Contractors who specialize i...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – After its postponement and production of a smaller cleanup in 2020 due to COVID-19, I Love A Clean San Diego County returns its Creek to Bay Cleanup to its traditional annual date during Earth Week Saturday, April 24. This year’s environmental event will operate under the decentralized, socially distanced model introduced last year where volunteers clean up close to their homes. Organizers aim to double the event’s litter removal impact by issuing a 30,000-pound, one-day challenge to all participants. This...
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego County Water Authority has distributed $44.4 million to its 24 member agencies, including more than $900,000 to the Fallbrook Public Utility District and more than $1.3 million to the Rainbow Municipal Water District. The money was returned to the Water Authority by the Los Angeles-based Metropolitan Water District of Southern California to pay legal damages and interest. The $44.4 million has been returned to member agencies in proportion to their payments between 2011-2014. The Water Authority d...
ENCINITAS – San Diego Botanic Garden's inaugural spring orchid showcase, World of Orchids, opened Saturday, April 3, and will continue through Sunday, May 2, Wednesdays through Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on select days until 8 p.m. The exhibit is in the garden's state-of-the-art, 8,000-square-foot, glass-enclosed facility – the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory – which opened last year as a $6.5 million addition to the 37-acre urban oasis. "The orchids at Sa...
The Fallbrook Public Utility District approved a contract with SCADA Integrations to upgrade the conveyor system at FPUD’s Water Reclamation Plant with a programmable logic controller system. A 5-0 FPUD board vote Monday, March 22, approved the request for proposals submission from SCADA Integrations. The upgrade will be constructed in two phases, and the contract has a total value of $128,470. “This will automate a time-consuming function that currently must be done in person and takes about an hour each day,” Jack Bebee...
FALLBROOK – The Anise Swallowtail, Papilio zelicaon Lucas, is a giant yellow butterfly that can be commonly seen throughout most of the United States. This unique little creature is found in the western part of North America and is the featured butterfly in Wings of Change's monthly seminar, April 17. See details below. The Anise Swallowtail is found from British Columbia southeast to North Dakota. They span south to Southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, Baja California an...
FALLBROOK – Spring is officially here, and with the new season comes a fresh start and spring cleaning. And according to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com, 43% of Americans said their finances need some spring cleaning, too. The survey polled a cross section of 948 adults, aged 18 and over. When asked, “Will you be spring cleaning this year?” of those surveyed, 89% responded yes, and 11% said no. Seventy-two percent said they have done more cleaning this past year than in previous years as opposed to 28% who said t...
What are variegated plants, where do they come from, and how do they develop and thrive? They are a collection of mottled, checkered, spotted, blotchy, multi-colored, or variegated foliage plants. It's like having a brightly colored plant in flower all year long without the flowers. By definition, "variegated" means to have discrete markings of different colors or white stripes on the plant's leaves. The word more often applies to the foliage of plants that we have in our...
FALLBROOK – One of the perks of getting older is having more time to devote to recreation and traveling. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are roughly 52 million people who are age 65 or older in the United States. With a $1.6 trillion total net worth, older adults spend more on groceries, pharmaceutical items and travel and leisure than any other demographic. Age does not have to restrict one's ability to travel, and with age comes experience and more o...
FALLBROOK – More and more auto buyers are considering and purchasing pre owned vehicles. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, used vehicle sales in the United States have risen every year since 2013. The increase in used car sales over the last decade reflects a growing confidence among consumers that pre owned vehicles are reliable and worth buyers' investment. Though many dealerships now offer sizable inventories of pre owned vehicles, private citizens c...
TEMECULA – During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people looked for ways to save money, taking on more do-it-yourself projects. In addition to lawn and garden upkeep and minor home improvements, people may tackle some auto repair and maintenance jobs at home. Perform routine vehicle maintenance tasks on one's own to reduce automotive expenditures. The following are several vehicle maintenance jobs that skilled DIYers could handle on their own or with a friend's help. Replace the a...
FALLBROOK – The Acmon Blue, Plebejus acmon, is a California butterfly that spans from the north coasts of Baja California to the Oregon state limit and the upper California mountains. Additionally, it flies from late February to October. These creatures will fly at sea level the entire season; however, they will fly at higher elevations from June to October. The Acmon Blue is multiple brooded, meaning it has several sets of babies through the year. The butterflies' habitat u...
QUINCY, Mass. – Sparky the Fire Dog, the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association, celebrates his 70th birthday this month, reflecting on a legacy and impact that spans the generations: Children know and love him, parents grew up with him and grandparents remember his messages of fire safety. "For seven decades, Sparky has worked hard to make communities safer from fire. Since 1951, he has partnered with fire professionals, teachers, civic organizations, c...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – Residents can get into action this Earth Week by participating in the countywide 19th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup on Saturday, April 24. Registration starts April 1 to join I Love A Clean San Diego for everyone who wants to be a part of one of the largest single-day environmental action events in San Diego County by removing polluting litter and debris from their community. ILACSD invites all county residents to get outside, stay close to home, and collect litter throughout the streets of their n...
As people continue to shop online for essentials, there’s one category that cannot be forgotten – pets. And according to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com, the USA’s most generous cashback site, 27% of Americans spend between $501 to $1,000 on their furry friends per year. The survey polled a cross section of 948 adults, aged 18 and over. Furry friends? For the question “Do you own a pet?” 83% answered yes, and 17% said no. The top four responses to “How many pets do you own?” found people had one, 41%; two, 24%...
SAN RAMON – Everyone could use a little luck this new year. The Lunar New Year was Feb. 12. Since 2021 is the Year of the Ox, it represents strong, reliable, fair and conscientious action, and it inspires confidence in others, just like plants do. Here are some plants that won't exactly grow money on trees but will add some major lucky value. And hopefully give their owners the confidence and reliability they can count on in their space this spring. Money Tree Probably the m...
FALLBROOK – The community parking lot between Alvarado and Fig streets now has trees creating real shade for cars that are often parked there all day or provide a parking place for those who shop on Main Avenue. This property owned by the Parking Lot Trust currently provides free parking for shoppers. These trees on Alvarado Street, Australian willows were planted by, and with continued maintenance by, Save Our Forest. This was through a grant and support from the Village R...
