Rose Care FUNdamentals February 2025
Frank BrinesMaster RosarianWinter in southern California is usually short and sometimes confusing. For roses and many other plant types, winter is a time of...
Why investing in solar and battery backup is a smart choice
Smart energy management
Save During Peak Hours: With battery backup, you can store energy during off-peak times and use it during high-demand periods to avoid...
Cal Fire alerts the public of fake social media accounts requesting donations
SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) is alerting the public about fraudulent social media accounts impersonating Cal Fire...
Insurance costs are bound to rise in the continuing weather events across the world
Due to the continuing wildfires, drought conditions, and hurricane-force winds hitting Southern California, many local homeowners are finding their fire, flood and home insurance...
EMWD to seek two State Revolving Fund loans for Advanced Water Purification Facility
The State Water Resources Control Board has a State Revolving Fund which provides 20-year loans at interest rates between 1.5 percent and 3.0 percent....
EMWD approves CFD for La Ventana
The Eastern Municipal Water District board approved a community facilities district for the La Ventana development.The board’s 5-0 vote Wednesday, Jan. 15 adopts resolutions...
Eastern Municipal Water District launches ‘Fix-A-Leak’ video contest for students
Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) announces its “Fix-A-Leak” video contest, inviting students to creatively explore ways to combat excessive water usage due to household...
EVMWD approves construction contract for Tomlin Pipeline replacement
MNR Construction, Inc., was awarded the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District contract to construct the Tomlin Pipeline replacement project.The EVMWD board voted 5-0 on...
CalFresh recipients can access replacement benefits for food lost in public safety power shutoffs
Impacted residents have until January 8 to report their food loss
RIVERSIDE COUNTY —Residents who lost food bought with CalFresh benefits due to recent Public...
Rose Care FUNdamentals for January 2025
Frank Brines
ARS Master Rosarian
Happy New Year—let's hope for ideal rose growing weather for 2025. Last winter was wetter than the two previous winters (2022-2023...