The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program held its first recognition breakfast of 2026 at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Jan. 15. Seven 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...
LAKE ELSINORE – The City of Lake Elsinore is advancing its commitment to economic development and downtown revitalization with the redevelopment of the historic Chimes building on Main Street. The landmark property is being transformed into a business incubator and multi-use destination that supports entrepreneurship, workforce development, tourism, and local investment.The revitalized building will house a business incubator, along...
Workplace retirement savings plans are an excellent way to invest in your future. The earlier you start, the more time your savings have to grow. Typically automated through payroll deductions, contributions to plans such as 401(k)s or 403(b)s are tax-advantaged and easy to make.Research by Edward Jones and Morning Consult shows three in five Americans with access to a...
RIVERSIDE COUNTY – Every child needs a champion, and each year First 5 Riverside County (F5RC) recognizes the difference-makers in our children’s lives. The annual F5RC Champion for Children Award is now open for nominations for individuals and organizations dedicated to the crucial and rewarding work supporting young children and their families. The winners will be recognized broadly and...
In a touching display of community spirit, fourth graders from Cole Canyon Elementary joined residents at Vineyard Place for a Valentine’s Day event that bridged generations through creativity and kindness. During the event, students and residents traced their hands together to create personalized Valentine’s cards, decorating them with stickers and festive designs. The finished cards, along with freshly baked...
The Editorial pages are filled with requests that the Governor and our State Legislature work on reforms to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in an effort to streamline the housing development permit process and reduce delays caused by lawsuits generated by NIMBYs and Labor Unions who seek to push their own agendas which mostly don’t line up with...
During a tour this week of the new Inland Valley Hospital tower, CEO Jared Giles, COO Bryan Rogers, and Director of Marketing Brian Connors walked the new halls with pride, showcasing a state-of-the-art facility ready to serve Southwest Riverside County — one of the fastest-growing regions in the state.From a seventh-floor patient room overlooking Interstate 15, the future of...
Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsMiddle and high school students at Noli Indian School on the Soboba Reservation were honored for their outstanding performances in the first semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. Principal Donovan Post greeted supportive friends and family members who attended the ceremony at the Soboba Sports Complex on Jan. 29.“It takes a team...
After nearly 25 years of law enforcement service, including over five years with the Menifee Police Department, Chief of Police Chris Karrer announced his retirement today.“As I reflect on a fulfilling career, I am very thankful for my time here in Menifee and am looking forward to my retirement,” said Chief Karrer. “I have full confidence that the department...
Teams to perform scheduled maintenance and advance major projects
OCEANSIDE - North County Transit – San Diego Railroad (NCTD) will suspend all coastal rail service on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22 to perform routine railroad maintenance and major infrastructure work.NCTD’s COASTER service between San Diego and Oceanside will be suspended during this period. Regularly scheduled service will resume...