TEMECULA — The Temecula Public Cemetery District will host the local observance of National Wreaths Across America Day, part of the national mission of Wreaths Across America to Remember the Fallen, Honor Those Who Serve, and Teach the Next Generation the Value of Freedom on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m.Following the formal ceremony at 10 a.m., volunteers of all ages are...
Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsSeveral members of the Soboba Tribal TANF Program joined in the second annual Native American Heritage Month Parade in Sacramento, Nov. 8. The parade showcased floats, vehicles, horses, marchers, and cultural performers in celebration of Native American heritage and culture.Nearly 1,000 people gathered in the area to celebrate Indigenous pride and...
Previously, in “Wicked”Aspiring witches, green-skinned outcast Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and pink-and-popular Glinda (Ariana Grande), started off as enemies at school, but then became friends. They decided to go their separate ways after discovering a plan by the nefarious Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) to blame and punish animals for problems in the Land of Oz. The Wizard and henchwoman Madame Morrible...
MURRIETA – While it was a good one, Murrieta Valley’s playoff run concluded last Friday night with a 23-10 loss to Los Alamitos in the CIF Southern Section Division 2 semifinals. A couple of cities over, it would be Tahquitz who secured a historic victory to advance to its first-ever championship game.The Murrieta Valley Nighthawks (9-4) started strong at...
MURRIETA – Urban Air Adventure Park officially opened its doors in Murrieta on Saturday, Nov. 22. Guests lined up outside the new Village Walk Plaza location ahead of the 10 a.m. opening, eager to be among the first to explore the nationwide franchise’s newest park.
Owners Travis Chick and Julian Kidd welcomed families into the 24450 Village Walk Place facility,...
TEMECULA — Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley invites the community to experience the magic of the season at its beloved annual holiday tradition, Christmas Tree Lane, now open at the Promenade Temecula. This year’s theme, “The Nutcracker – A Whimsical Journey Through Clara’s Dream,” transforms the mall into a festive wonderland inspired by the iconic scenes of the classic...
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 most recent luncheon celebration at the Lakeside High School Lancer Round Table Café on Nov. 4. Lunch was prepared and served by members of the Lakeside Culinary Academy.Program founder Sally Myers, of BMW...
TEMECULA - Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center is proud to celebrate 25 years of serving individuals and families affected by cancer, a milestone made possible by the compassion, strength, and generosity of the community it calls home.Founded in 2001 in memory of Michelle Watson, Michelle’s Place began with a simple promise: to make sure no one faces cancer alone....
Chief Sam DiGiovannaCALIFORNIA – Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving when holiday gift buying begins. Sales offering big discounts lure customers into stores, often beginning in the early hours of the morning.Why is it called Black Friday? Many retailers report some of their highest profits on Black Friday. The black portion of the name, “Black Friday” relates to...
Despite cloudy skies and blustery breezes, the first-ever Autumn in Anza Festival brought a ray of sunshine, fun, food and crafts to the Anza Village Center Saturday, Nov. 22.The parking lot came alive with 29 local crafters offering gifts, food and games. There was even a showcase of some of Anza Electric Cooperative's big bucket trucks.Originally planned for the...