Volunteers benefit businesses and community

The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce recognized the contributions of both individuals and businesses to the community at its annual awards luncheon, May 15, at the Grand Tradition.

Chamber member David Baxter served as master of ceremonies and kept the crowd laughing throughout the program. North County Fire Protection District Chief Steve Abbott led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the Rev. Rick Koole of LifePointe Church who gave the invocation.

Chamber CEO Lila McDonald thanked outgoing past president Deb Zoller who served on many committees, “making evident her love of the community.” Mc...