Hemet/San Jacinto
Hemet Museum to host presentation on “The Indian Peace Medal Regeneration Project.”
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The Hemet Museum will present “The Indian Peace Medal Regeneration Project” on Monday, March 9, at the Hemet Historic Theatre.
The program, led by Wiggs Mendoza, will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. The theatre is located at 216 E. Florida Ave. Guests may be dropped off in front of the theatre, with parking...
Frank BrinesARS Master Rosarian
Weather
You may have noticed that gardens in the same general vicinity can have very different micro-climates. It’s too early to tell at this writing, but if the last week of February is any indication, the trend for the first half of March will likely be pleasant with some chance of showers here and there, but nothing...
Health & Fitness
Daylight Saving Time returns: How the time change can disrupt your health
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Dr. Kendra Becker, sleep medicine specialist
Kaiser Permanente Southern California
In early March, most of the country will “spring forward,” moving clocks ahead one hour at 2 a.m. to mark the start of daylight saving time (DST). The shift brings longer daylight in the evenings, but the change may also have real effects on health and daily functioning.
In fact, even a...
News
The evolving role of the insurance professional: Why it matters now more than ever
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Marc Sigmon, MBAContributorThere was a time when the role of an insurance agent was simple and transactional: provide a quote, submit an application and deliver a policy. That definition no longer reflects the reality of the profession. Today, the role has evolved into something more meaningful — a trusted insurance professional who provides guidance, anticipates risk, corrects misconceptions and...
Business
CalHFA opens third round of California Dream For All shared appreciation loan program
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The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) has announced the opening of the third round of funding for its California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program, offering new opportunities for eligible first-time homebuyers across the state.
The program is designed to make homeownership more attainable by providing financial assistance for down payments and closing costs. Through a shared appreciation loan,...
Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsElvis Herrera has been making a name for himself at Vista Murrieta High School for his outstanding athletic prowess. Most recently, the sophomore won the Boys Wrestling JV 150 championship, Feb. 7 at Chaparral High School. Elvis, of Murrieta and the Soboba Reservation, is the son of Elvin Herrera and JoAnna G.Head...
Health & Fitness
‘I had a lot to live for’: Cancer survivor reflects on 60 years of resilience
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For most, the teenage years are defined by a search for identity, but for Fallbrook resident Della Howarth, they were defined by a fight for survival. Howarth, now in her 70s, recently shared her lifelong journey of resilience, beginning with a devastating diagnosis at age 13 that would lead to decades of medical challenges and a unique outlook on...
Does homeownership feel out of reach? A manufactured home is an affordable alternative that you may not have considered before.What is a Manufactured Home?Rather than building on site, a manufactured home is built in a factory on a permanent steel frame and transported to your property, where it will be affixed to a permanent foundation.A new category of factory-built...
MURRIETA — Community Outreach Ministry (COM) marked its 25th anniversary with its annual Angel Tree Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, bringing together families, youth, community leaders and partners for a morning of celebration, recognition and support at Gateway Church of the Nazarene in Murrieta.COM thanked Pastor Cory Miller and Spanish Pastors Eliel and Renee Morales for use...
The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program held its most recent recognition breakfast at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Feb. 5. 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. They were also acknowledged...











