WINCHESTER — Nine-month-old Evangeline Lillian Yumol, affectionately known as Evie, has captured hearts nationwide as one of the Top 10 finalists in the 2025 Baby of the Year competition. Her entry on BabyOfTheYear.org showcases her bright smile, playful spirit, and unmistakable charm—qualities that have earned her a devoted following across the country.Hosted by Colossal and featured in Variety magazine,...
The Temecula Valley Unified School District Board of Education voted unanimously Sept. 30, to approve contracts for two top leadership positions — officially naming Dr. Kimberly Velez as superintendent and Nicole Dayus as assistant superintendent of educational support services. Both appointments will take effect January 1, 2026, marking a new chapter in district leadership.After months of anticipation and closed-session...
A local Southwest RivCo family is celebrating a breakthrough in their fight to save their 3-year-old daughter’s life after the community rallied behind them to fund a rare gene therapy treatment.Harlow, the daughter of Daphne and Luis, was diagnosed in July 2023 with TUBB4A leukodystrophy, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disease. Without intervention, the condition would progressively take away...
The Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month program, honoring students who make a difference in their schools and communities, held its first luncheon celebration of the 2025-2026 school year at the Lakeside High School Lancer Round Table Café on Sept. 9. Lunch was prepared and served by members of the Lakeside Culinary Academy.Lake Elsinore Valley...
TEMECULA – As part of its ongoing commitment to preserving and celebrating the history of the Valley, the City of Temecula proudly presents the third annual Temecula History Day on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sam Hicks Monument Park, 41970 Moreno Road, in Old Town Temecula.
Hosted just outside the Temecula Valley Museum, 28314 Mercedes...
Father Kien Kieu of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Anza prayed over area pets as part of their annual Blessing of the Animals event Saturday, Oct. 4. Many of the Valley’s finest animals took part in the special ceremony meant just for them.Father Kieu blessed dogs and puppies, a lamb, rabbits and even the photo of a cherished...
The Anza Valley Christian Fellowship will once again raise the Big White Tent for its popular annual rummage sale, set for Thursday, Oct. 16, through Saturday, Oct. 19, at the church grounds off Bautista Road in Anza. Bargain hunters can browse from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, with tables piled high with kitchenware, shoes, collectibles, purses, linens,...
The Jojoba Hills SKP Resort's Annual Community Yard Sale will be held Friday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 19. Gates will open promptly at 8 a.m. and the sale will end at 2 p.m. each day.The long-anticipated event, held every October since 1996, is known for its wide variety of items to browse and buy. Dozens of volunteers help...