It was a memorable 2022 for the Southwest Valley. While the area continues to rate as one of safest areas for residents from crime, there was a deadly Fairview Fire and a Cyanobacteria algae bloom shutting down Lake Elsinore.However, there were many celebrations, including Murrieta’s 30th Anniversary of becoming a city, the Menifee Police Department celebrating their first year in existance, many July 4th celebrations, live concerts, and even Circus Vargas performances.There have been hospital expansions, another Costco, an Amazon Fresh and Soboba opened Legacy Bank. The Murrieta Hot Springs project was celebrated after it was purchased by Olympus Real Estate to create a future Wellness Center that has been touted as a future jewel for local residents and tourists alike.[gall
