Holiday celebrations often feature lots of great food and drinks, including sweet treats. But too much sugar in your diet can weaken your teeth, leaving your smile vulnerable to cavities. After a sweet holiday season, follow these five sugar intake tips so you can prevent cavities and improve your oral and overall health in 2026.Restore the balance. If your...
If you’re struggling to part ways with your Christmas tree, consider this: More than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is strongly encouraging prompt removal of Christmas trees after the holiday season.
“As much as we all enjoy the look...
Bob GarverContributor“The Housemaid” has unofficially sold itself based on how crazy it gets in its second half. This is slightly less annoying than when movies sell themselves based on their twist endings – at least here, the twist gets a chance to breathe, and maybe there will be other twists after the initial shock – but it still creates...
Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsThe students at the Soboba Tribal Preschool on the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Reservation, entertained a crowd of family members and friends at the Soboba Sports Complex. Preschool Administrator Lenora “Ponie” Mojado welcomed everyone to the event held on Dec. 19.“We are so excited to have you here today as we...
The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program held its final recognition breakfast of 2025 at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Dec. 18. Six local high school seniors were recognized and honored for their character, love of learning and commitment to academics in addition to their involvement in school and community activities and their ability...
In July, an off-duty Eastern Municipal Water District employee was involved in an argument at Knott’s Berry Farm that escalated into racial slurs. After it became known that the individual was an EMWD employee, the district began receiving an influx of comments on its own social media platforms and elsewhere online.The district’s response and lessons learned were outlined by...
With predators on the hunt in the Anza Valley, ranch owners do everything they can to protect livestock and pets. Good fencing, secure shelters and deterrents are essential, but even layered defenses can be breached. When that happens, some property owners turn to guardian animals for added protection.Livestock guardian dogs are often the first animals that come to mind....
As the calendar turned to Jan. 1, people across the United States welcomed 2026 in ways that reflect regional traditions, family customs and personal hopes for the months ahead.In major cities, large public celebrations and parties often anchor the night. New York City’s Times Square ball drop remains one of the most recognizable New Year’s Eve traditions, drawing thousands...
Explore, wander and discover the natural beauty of Hurkey Creek Trail during Knöppelåsen's Trail Wanderings and Wonderings event Sunday, January 11, starting at 10:00 a.m. This relaxed, 3.5 mile, dog-friendly hike offers gentle terrain, creekside views and an opportunity to connect with nature.Starting at Hurkey Creek Park, the trek will lead into the San Bernardino National Forest, following Hurkey...
The Anza Valley Outlook Sheriff's Blotter is a list of calls that allows residents to see what law enforcement activity is occurring in their communities.The Sheriff's Blotter data is obtained from the official calls for service records kept by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. However, calls where the release of the information could cause harm to an individual or...