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Temecula Valley School Board meeting during public comments

The Temecula Valley School District Soap Opera

Diego Trejo, Writer November 1, 2023

Between the liberal havens of Los Angeles and San Diego lives the smaller suburban community of Temecula in Southwest Riverside County. For the most part, Temecula has lived quietly in the background....

Food being served at Menifees 15th Birthday Party

Innovative Spirit Shines at Menifee’s 15th Birthday Celebration

Vanessa Miranda, writer October 26, 2023

On Oct. 20, the dynamic energy of innovation took center stage during the annual State of the City Address, hosted by MSJC’s own Superintendent President, Dr. Roger Schultz, at the magnificent new HCN...

Complete Streets Plan in Menifee

Complete Streets Plan in Menifee

Matthew Wyant, Writer/Photographer October 13, 2023

According to CBS News, Menifee is among the top 10 boomtowns in America. The population is growing faster than many anticipated, and planning a safe and successful street plan is important. Representatives...

spooky looking house with black cats and jack-o-lanterns

13 Spooktacular Things to Do for Halloween in the Inland Empire

Mia Rotell, Writer September 22, 2023

Leaves are changing, the air is cooling, and the world has become a pumpkin spice and apple cider wonderland! Fall is officially here, with Halloween following closely behind. So, whether you're a pumpkin...

Photo by Davina Gomez

A Day in the Life of a Barista

Davina Gomez, Writer May 11, 2023

Everyone loves a good coffee, no? A typical day in the life of a barista involves preparing and serving beverages to customers, and making sure the coffee shop is clean. It can be very fast-paced and...

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Record Store Day 2023: Tips and Tricks for Next Year

Pia Henson, Writer, Vice President May 3, 2023

Record Store Day (RSD) is a gathering of independently-owned record stores as a way to come together and celebrate its unique culture, where artists release special-edition vinyl, CDs, and various promotional...

Photo of a Third Place

The Third Place- Forging Friendships and Chance Encounters

Hannah De Leon, Guest Writer November 7, 2022

“The Third Place” is a term coined by Ray Oldenburg, referring to a third place where people spend their time.  The first place is home and second place is work. These places once housed the exchanging...

Murrieta Valley High School ASL Production of “Aladdin”

Murrieta Valley High School ASL Production of “Aladdin”

Marley Mittleman, Writer May 23, 2022

Murrieta Valley High School recently finished their theater production of the musical Aladdin. Though the actors and singers were truly talented, what made this show unique was its inclusion of American...

Commemorating Stage-Hands and Stage-Managers

Commemorating Stage-Hands and Stage-Managers

Ava Sarnowski, Writer May 12, 2022

The role of the stage manager is an umbrella title with a rotating list of responsibilities that depend on the needs of a show. Their responsibilities include the safety of everyone in the production,...

Shh! Our Lips Are Sealed!

“Shh! Our Lips Are Sealed!”

Ava Sarnowski, Writer May 2, 2022

After the Covid-19 pandemic, Temecula’s Reality Rally fundraiser has returned to provide the community with a jump start back into reality. The primary event of the lineup, the Lip Sync Showdown, will...

Temecula Music Festival

Temecula Music Festival

Gina Sanford, Writer April 28, 2022

The Temecula Stampede located in Old Town Temecula will be hosting a two-day long music festival in June 2022. The festival will be held on June 11th from 12 pm to 10pm and June 12th from 12 pm to...

Market Nights

Murrieta Market Nights

Lily Diephouse, Writer April 19, 2022

If you are looking for something new and fun to do in Murrieta you can stop by the Market Nights which take place in Old Town Murrieta every other Thursday from 5-9 P.M. The Market is a place where community...

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