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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California’s leaders seem determined to make life even more challenging and costly for families across our state. Recently, I shared how Assembly Bill X2-1, sponsored by Governor Gavin Newsom, passed the State Senate and gave the California Air Resources Board (CARB) the authority to mandate restrictions on gasoline distribution. This was alarming enough, but just days after the election, CARB has wasted no time in pushing policies that will only raise costs even higher. On F... Full story
I am happy to see that The Planning Group is paying attention to the concerns of our Community. Thank you Steve Brown for your response to the letter of two weeks ago. There are several issues at play here and all of them have representation of our community and keeping it informed in the mix. Steve says I do not know what has been happening with the Planning Group because I only recently started attending meetings again. This is also true of most of our community as attending the meetings or going to the county website to... Full story
I’ve only “known” you for a short time. You first came into my life the night you stole my Harris/Walz sign from my front yard. My husband and I got two additional signs, glued them to plywood, and secured them to our mailbox post. That didn’t stop you. We woke one morning to find you had stolen a second sign, damaging our mailbox post in the process. Your next move was to tape a Trump/Vance sign over the top of our last remaining Harris/Walz. On Thursday morning, we awoke to what I hope was your final act: both signs y... Full story
Effective age regression interventions hold the potential to not only alleviate but also prevent diseases associated with aging. This groundbreaking assertion has garnered the endorsement of the majority within the scientific community who increasingly view aging not as a disease per se, but as the primary catalyst/cause for nearly all age-related diseases. Diseases caused by aging represent a staggering 85% of all diseases that plague humanity. The pharmaceutical industry is acutely aware of this catastrophically negative... Full story
On Nov. 5, a wave of optimism washed over America, bringing a renewed sense of patriotism and a restored faith in our elections. After nine torturous years fending off the evil forces arrayed to destroy him, Trump would ride atop a cresting wave of populism to emerge from the throes of political anarchy as our 47th President. It was a victory unequaled in modern times – putting an exclamation point on an embittered campaign fought by and for America's working class. Incensed by the endless acrimony targeting Trump and the MAG... Full story
You may have heard that Governor Newsom is convening a special session to “‘Trump-Proof’ states liberal policies.” That’s an interesting thought. In fact, let’s take it a step further. What if our local municipalities adopted a similar approach to safeguard their common-sense policies from overreach by Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta? As the Governor and Attorney General prepare for a legal fight with the federal government, they appear intent on using taxpayer dollars with little regard for the cost. Cal... Full story
Bravo! Outstanding! Incredible! These are just a few of the exclamations from the audience regarding the recent piano performance of Svetlana Smolina. It is a rare treat to experience such spectacular musical artistry, and even more remarkable to attend such an event right here at Fallbrook’s Mission Theater! As president of FMS, Bob Freaney continues to dazzle us with an outstanding variety of exceptional, talented musicians. Mark your calendar for Sunday, Dec. 15, for “A Take 3 Christmas.” This delightful group is retur... Full story
Why do so many Fallbrookians seem unaware of the joy of “going to the pictures” on Friday nights at the friendly Art Deco Mission Theater in the center of downtown Fallbrook? Could it be that only seniors have ever experienced the fun of a special date and a chance to enjoy a computer-and-TV-free evening with fellow film lovers? The theater holds 300 people, but Friday night attendance rarely reaches 100. My “date” David and I have been regular movie goers there for the past few years. I always enjoy a glass of wine, while D... Full story
You may have heard that Governor Newsom is convening a special session to “‘Trump-Proof’ states liberal policies.” That’s an interesting thought. In fact, let’s take it a step further. What if our local municipalities adopted a similar approach to safeguard their common-sense policies from overreach by Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta? As the Governor and Attorney General prepare for a legal fight with the federal government, they appear intent on using taxpayer dollars with little regard for the cost. Cal... Full story
As we go to print, the case against Jose Ibarra, 26, who is accused of brutally killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley appears to be wrapping up. The killing of Laken Riley has added fuel to the national debate over immigration when federal authorities said Ibarra illegally entered the U.S. in 2022 and was allowed to stay in the country while he pursued his immigration case. Ibarra has been reported to be a member of the vicious Tren de Aragua gang. He enjoyed a... Full story
President Trump is going to be the 47th president of the United States of America. It is a tremendous victory. There's been really nothing like it in American history in terms of what he had to overcome to gain his seat back or his office back. He faced large odds that no other president or candidate for presidency has ever faced. And he promoted and grew a broad national coalition that could have potentially long lasting solidity in our nation's political life where he... Full story
Save Our Forest volunteers. . . your work is appreciated by many. How unfortunate Susan Nikkel found it necessary to respond with a rather vitriolic-toned message regarding the work performed by the dedicated volunteers of Save Our Forest. Because of her derogatory comments regarding their work (invasive trees and oversized pots that occlude Main Street. . . ) perhaps she should consider volunteering her time to Save Our Forest projects rather than picking up her poison pen and ridiculing the work of volunteers who work... Full story
Trump and his cohorts might be lying, ignorant, corrupt, misogynistic, racist criminals, but the people that voted for him are not. They are good people with good intentions that truly believe Trump is going to do great things for this nation. If he really tries to make this nation into a tyranny, they'll turn on him. There are forces out there trying to dehumanize us and pit ourselves against each other – trying to make us lose faith in American institutions. Don't let them. We have the most secure and reliable election s... Full story
Proposition 28, approved by 61% of California’s voters in 2012, established our current term limit system. California legislators may serve a total of 12 years – Senate terms are four years and Assembly terms are two. I’m now finishing my sixth Assembly term – my 12th and final year. Prior to 2012, legislators could serve a total of 14 years, but only three terms in either house. There are 99 legislative chambers throughout the 50 states. Of these, 16 states have enacted... Full story
As we enter Santa Ana season, the threat of wildfires looms larger, especially in our communities prone to high winds and dry conditions. San Diego Gas & Electric is closely monitoring these conditions, ready to act if necessary to protect our safety. One such precaution may be shutting off power to reduce the risk of fires igniting from downed power lines. While I understand the inconvenience of losing power, it is essential to remember that these temporary disruptions serve... Full story
Whoopee! Oh, my gosh! Whew! The world is safe again. And that is all I have to say about the Nov. 5 results because America has spoken. Celebrating Veterans Day last Monday was a reminder of the high price of war. Like this new administration, I, too, believe our armed forces should never have to leave our shores to save anyone else’s hide, ever again. It’s up to the rest of the world to manage without us. Now that worry has lifted its ugly fingers from my brain, I can foc... Full story
Mr. Stagg is correct in quoting Thomas Jefferson as saying: “No free man shall ever be disbarred from the use of arms.” But remember, Jefferson was speaking in the context of a group force, that is, a militia, as clearly stated in the Second Amendment. Mr. Stagg also states that the people need guns to protect themselves from tyranny in Government. Note that he refers to people, not person, indicating it is a group effort, again, a militia. Otherwise, try to envision one man with a gun bringing down a tyrannical gov... Full story
I completely agree with Sandra Forrest’s sentiments regarding the direction the Village News is taking. I like to have an ear to the community and so have subscribed to the paper the last 8 years that I’ve lived here. It’s bad enough that Julie Reeder uses questionable sources and discredited professionals to make her points and offers what I consider sometimes dangerous advice. Ms. Wesphal went from laid back life observer to biased conspiracy theorist with her “Specials.” Having a microphone to the community means you... Full story
RE: Sandra Forrest and Ron Ebel’s accusations against me I do not feel compelled to defend every contributor to this paper, whether it be Ms. Wesphal or Mr. Terrell. However, I will address the two recent letters aimed at me, which some might label as hate speech due to their negative and personal nature. Despite that, I value free speech—even when it targets me—because it strengthens our ability to engage in meaningful dialogue. I stand by my research and my work, and if I am incorrect on any matter, then it is to our benef... Full story
SACRAMENTO, CA - Like Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom, the overwhelming majority of his hand-picked members of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are wealthy and can easily handle paying more for gasoline after they hike the prices 65 per gallon on November 8. An analysis of CARB members' publicly available Statements of Economic Interests (SEIs) reveals that 10 of the 14 are considerably wealthier than the average Californian. Moreover, CARB’s Executive Officer, Steve Cliff, is a millionaire. “A Governor who lives in... Full story
Governor Newsom wisely issued emergency regulations to immediately stop the sale of hemp—derived food, beverages and dietary products with THC. However, neither he nor our state legislature addressed the gaping hole in the 2018 Farm Bill that allowed the industry to exploit the health and safety of the public and youth for six years. How reassured are you that his efforts are on behalf of protecting the public and not his “legal” marijuana interests? If the Governor really cared about California residents, he would addre... Full story
Our community needs your help. On Monday, Oct. 21, members of our Peppertree Park development attended the Fallbrook Planning Group meeting to let our voices be heard. The standing-room-only turnout had several clear messages: • Do not allow the proposed development east of our community (we believe to be owned by Howard Justus) to annex our existing community. • Do not allow expansion of Peppertree Lane • Do not allow residents of the new development to join our homeowners association. The Fallbrook Planning Committee appea... Full story
After reading a letter submitted to the VN by the Fallbrook Firefighters Association (FFA) VP Ryan Lewis, I feel compelled to correct several misrepresentations. I currently serve as a Director for District 4 and I was elected in 2020, after being recruited to run by the Firefighters union. When they first recruited me, I promised to always listen to their concerns but pointed out that I would not be their puppet. They reassured me that all they hoped for was an open line of communication. In his letter Ryan states that... Full story
The legislative special session called to rein in high gas prices has adjourned. A bill that supporters claim will help prevent gasoline price spikes by increasing reserves, AB X2-1, passed on a party-line vote. Unfortunately the bill, along with other measures that could be implemented soon, may have the opposite effect. The measure is aimed at preventing price spikes when refineries temporarily shut down for maintenance, creating fuel shortages and driving up prices.... Full story
To whomever tore down my political sign from my tree: what you did was THEFT and it tells me more about your character than politics. We in America have the right to our opinions because that is what democracy is all about. Janice Siderius... Full story
