California is facing a budget deficit. That much is no longer in dispute. Did you know that 50% of our state revenue is generated by 1% of our state’s population? Those rich people who are derided as evil by some are the ones funding half our state budget and our state is driving them away as fast as it...
In September 2016, I participated in a radio talk show discussion marking the 15th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. One panelist — a political independent who strongly opposed Donald Trump — asked why the anniversary seemed to receive less attention than in previous years. My response at the time was that heightened remembrance of 9/11 carried political...
Ken CalvertU.S. Representative for CA 41st Congressional DistrictThe House of Representatives passed a funding package this week that included $67 million for Riverside County infrastructure projects at my request to help communities throughout our region. I’m proud to work together with our local leaders to identify and fund projects that will make an impact in reducing traffic congestion, improving...
TEMECULA - The road from the diamond at Great Oak High School to the bright lights of Major League Baseball just took a thrilling turn for local phenom Gavin Fien. In a move that sent shockwaves through the baseball world and excitement through the Temecula Valley, the Washington Nationals acquired the 18-year-old slugger as the centerpiece of a blockbuster...
TEMECULA – In their first meetup earlier this month, local rivals in Temecula Valley and Great Oak ended in a 3-3 draw, bringing a halt to the Golden Bears' recent string of victories. The intense match saw both teams trade blows, ultimately sharing the points in a hard-fought battle.The draw was the second one of the season for the...
TROY, AL - Arlene Kilmer Nesbitt of Temecula has been named to the Chancellor's List at Troy University for the Fall Semester/Term 2 of the 2025-2026 academic year.The Chancellor's List honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0.Troy University is a public, historic, international university...
When creepy-crawly pests show up in your home, the instinct is often to reach for the strongest chemical spray available—or call an exterminator. But before you do either, there’s good news: many common household pests can be eliminated safely, naturally, and inexpensively.One of the most effective tools can be food-grade diatomaceous earth, often called DE.Diatomaceous earth is a fine,...
OLATHE, Kansas (January 13, 2026) - MidAmerica Nazarene University announced its President's List, Dean's List and Honor Roll for the fall 2025 semester. A total of 480 students qualified for one of the honors, including Dakoda Hobbs from Murrieta, who made the Dean's List.
All students in traditional undergraduate programs who carry 12 or more semester hours and have...
JURUPA VALLEY, Calif. —A residential fire caused significant damage to a single-family home in Jurupa Valley on Sunday morning, drawing a large response from local fire crews.Firefighters were dispatched to the 10050 block of Clydesdale Avenue at approximately 10:15 a.m. following reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, crews reported a single-story dwelling heavily involved in flames, with thick...