RIVERSIDE COUNTY – Military veterans who answered the call to serve their country and missed their high school graduation are invited to apply for a diploma as part of the Operation Recognition Program that has led to the turning of the tassel for 380 recipients since 2007.Veterans from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard who missed...
A clinical trial conducted in London has found that eating wild blueberries daily may have measurable benefits for both heart and brain health in older adults. The research, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, showed that a 12-week regimen of wild blueberries improved blood vessel function, lowered blood pressure, and boosted memory performance in healthy adults aged...
Southern California’s long, warm summers call for a thoughtful approach to gardening in August. With temperatures often soaring and the dry season in full swing, your plants need extra care to stay healthy and vibrant. Whether you’re nurturing a flower garden, growing vegetables, or caring for drought-tolerant natives, here are key tips and tasks to keep your garden flourishing...
As the warm summer sun has ripened backyard peaches, nectarines, figs, and plums across Northern San Diego County and Southwest Riverside, neighbors are discussing a recurring issue. The unfortunate but all too familiar problem of entire fruit or avocado trees stripped bare overnight. For some, it’s the heartbreaking work of wildlife. For others, it may be human theft.On social...
Throughout history, the Bible tells of men and women who stood for God—often against overwhelming odds. Among them were Abraham, Moses, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, Esther, Ruth, Rahab… and the list goes on.“By faith these people overthrew kingdoms, ruled with justice, and received what God had promised them. They shut the mouths of lions, quenched the flames of fire,...
SAN JACINTO — The Golden Era Golf Course is turning Wednesday and Friday mornings into powerful opportunities to give back through two ongoing golf fundraisers benefiting vital local nonprofits — the Hemet San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce and the Valley Community Pantry.These aren’t one-time events. They’re part of a continuing commitment to the community. Every week, golfers can tee...
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UPDATED Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025 10:00 am:TEMECULA - A fiery crash involving a black BMW M4 and a white Nissan on Interstate 15 left four people dead and several others injured Saturday night, authorities said.
The crash was reported around 9:33 p.m. Aug. 23, just north of Winchester Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. A...
Visit Temecula Valley (VTV) announces that Vanessa Mata, the organization’s marketing manager, will be recognized by the California Travel Association (CalTravel) at its annual 30 & Under Emerging Leader Awards. The ceremony will take place in October at the annual CalTravel Summit in North Lake Tahoe.CalTravel serves as a unified voice for California’s tourism industry. The 30 & Under...
Nutrition expert Dr. Eric Berg says consumers may not be getting what they think when buying avocados, avocado oil, or guacamole — and in some cases, they may be paying for products with little or no real avocado. Buying locally sourced products is usually a better option.Berg said many avocados sold in grocery stores are artificially ripened with ethylene...
Two horseback riders were rescued by helicopter Saturday morning after they were thrown from their horses and trampled along the Santa Margarita Trail, according to North County Fire PIO Capt. Choi.https://youtube.com/shorts/bqUeFHOH4AQ? View of rescue from Fallbrook Home.The incident was reported at 11:26 a.m. on Aug. 23, about two miles from the trailhead parking lot. Crews from North County Fire...