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RMWD Approves Sewer Rate Increase ~ Page 2

Senior Volunteer Patrol Seeking Volunteers ~ Page 4

Mount Woodson Golf Course ~ Renewed, Rejuvenated and Ready for Fun ~ Page 6

Rescuing Wildlife ~ Page 10

RUSD Board Says Goodbye to Superintendent ~ Page 22

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By Ruth Lepper ~ the journal

Sewer rates are going up July 1 for customers of the Santa maria and San

Vicente treatment plants. Ramona municipal Water District Board of Directors approved the increase at its June 14 meeting.

The district received 18 letters of protest to the proposed increase, and five men spoke to express their concerns at a public hearing during the board meeting.

The increase for the annual fees are based on the equiva-lent dwelling unit (eDu) for the ratepayers. most single-family homes have an eDu of 1.0, while commercial customers have a higher eDu.

The new annual fees will be $759.30 for Santa maria, up from $716.32, and $720.83 for San Vicente, up from $670.54. The increases will garner approximately $3.3 million in revenue for Santa maria Wastewater System and approximately $2.7 million in revenue for the San Vicente Wastewater System, accord-ing to Richard Hannasch, RmWD Chief Financial officer. Revenues also allow for an adequate reserve in the bud-get in the event of an emer-gency that would require addi-tional funding.

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financial advisor firm that works with public agencies statewide. Handler told the directors that RmWD’s reserve is in the range comparable to other public agencies in the state.

Some of the comments made during the public hear-ing concerned increasing fees before the annual budget for the 2016-17 fiscal year has been approved. other com-ments included the impact of higher fees on customers on fixed incomes.

Director Jim Hickle voted against the increase, suggest-ing the board postpone taking action until the budget has been presented for adop-tion. The other four direc-tors — Thomas ace, Darrell Beck, George Foote and Joe Zenovic — voted in favor of the increase.

a second public hearing was held during the June 14 board meeting to adopt a res-olution to approve the 2015 urban Water management Plan. It was approved unani-mously by the board. no com-ments from the public were made during the hearing.

The plan is a mandate by the state, calling for an update

Ramona Municipal Water District Directors, from left, Joe Zenovic, Thomas Ace, Jim Hickle, George Foote and Darrell Beck congratulate winners of the Water Awareness Poster Contest, from left, Victoria Cash, second place; Hayley Verhine, first place; and Daniel Ruvalcaba, third place. PHoTo CouRTesy oF RMWD

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The board also approved a contract for $5.8 million with Cal Fire to provide fire protection for Ramona for the coming fiscal year.

In other business, the board recognized winners of the annual Water awareness Poster Contest. artwork from fourth-grade students are entered from water agencies throughout north County. This year’s theme was “Be Water Smart.”

Three students from Ramona schools were selected as contest finalists. They are Hayley Verhine, first place, Hanson elementary School; Victoria Cash, second place, Barnett elementary School; and Daniel Ruvalcaba, third place, Hanson elementary School.

The first-place winner’s art will be featured as one of the 12 months in the 2017 calen-dar from the north County Water agencies. The other two

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instructor at the academy.Her partner, Dr. Tim

Peterson, had been retired from practicing medicine for 4 ½ years when his wife

heard about SVP on national Public Radio.

“I guess she thought I didn’t have enough to do to keep me busy,” he jokes. “But I really enjoy it.

“The academy is great about teaching you what to do and not to do in different situations, and I’ve learned a lot about the importance of

teamwork. In fact, I would say the ability to work as part of a team is one of the most important qualifications for anyone who wants to be an SVP volunteer. I’ve also had the opportunity to see parts

of Ramona I didn’t even know existed. and the uniform? after more than 20 years in the navy, I feel right at home,” he says with a grin.

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Senior Volunteer Patrol Seeking VolunteersBy Jim Evans ~ the journal

Vacancies on the San Diego County Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Patrol

(SVP) don’t happen very often, so it is always big news when the call goes out for volunteers. You see, patrol members enjoy what they are doing so much that they don’t want to leave.

The group currently has about 30 members, and the latest call is for five to seven new recruits to fill openings

due to recent retirements. The patrol has been

serving Ramona for more than 22 years, so residents are accustomed to seeing them tooling around in their official vehicles and crisp, white-shirt-ed uniforms. But the public rarely understands all of the ways they contribute to the community, such as assisting with administrative work; per-forming vacation checks on area homes; checking on the welfare of elderly or disabled residents; patrolling shopping

centers, schools and neighbor-hoods; enforcing handicapped parking laws; assisting with traffic control at community functions; and much more.

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program must also attend a formal two-week academy and participate in training patrols, where they will learn about such topics as alzheimer’s Safe Return, crime prevention, CPR/aeD safety, department orientation, ethics and rules of conduct, radio training and traffic control.

upon graduation from the academy, volunteers commit to serve a minimum of one six-hour shift each week and attend a monthly meeting.

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auditions have been set for July 7 for those inter-ested in performing in the annual Ramona Town Hall Talent Show Fundraiser, to be held Sept. 10.

“Share your talent with the community to benefit Ramona Town Hall and honor our 9/11 and mil-itary heroes,” said Honorary mayor Sharon Davis.

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auditions will be held at 6 p.m. at Ramona Town Hall, 729 main St. Call Davis at 858-231-0997 or email [email protected]. n


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Scholarship ProgramBy Angela McLaughlin ~ the journal

The Ramona Food and Clothes Closet (RFCC) recently revamped its scholarship program by

updating an existing scholarship and adding a new one.

The existing scholarship, the Jeff Funk Scholarship Program, formerly required applicants to complete 40 hours of community service before they would be considered. It was intended for use at a four-year college or university, two-year school or trade school.

The community service require-ment has been removed, and the Jeff Funk Scholarship is now geared toward low- to middle-income high school students looking to attend a four-year college.

RFCC has formed a new scholar-ship program called “new Beginnings/Fresh Start” that officially became available may 1. This scholarship is for low- to middle-income applicants of all ages and backgrounds who seek to further their education. The scholarship offers $500 per semester and up to $2,000 toward earning a GeD, or entering a two-year program

or trade school. Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the institution of the chosen applicant.

“We are super excited about this new program that will help the entire community of Ramona get a fresh start or a new beginning,” says RFCC President Lori Webster.

RFCC operates on funds raised from selling items donated by the community and puts the net profits back into the community in a number of ways. It is due to these donations that scholarship programs such as this one are possible.

Webster says, “Because you gave, we can give.”

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operating under alliance Golf Course Properties, LLC, and with the help of their daughters, Spencer and Sterling Driscoll, mt. Woodson course improvements are under way.

So far, they’ve replaced a dilapidated sign on the north side of Highway 67 with a welcoming one that identifies the public course as a destina-tion. The sign also announces their plans to open a bar and grill, which Driscoll projects will happen over the next few months.

“We want to be able to provide hot items to the golfers and the public,” he

said, adding that a cozy patio will provide a spectacular view of the course during breakfast, lunch and dinner.

“We’ve reached out to some of the local wineries and anticipate tasting events in the near future.”

In addition to a new bill-board, signs have been placed at each tee box identifying the distance from the tee to the hole. a new clubhouse, com-plete with high-end merchan-dise, is in operation, as are golf carts, which have had their batteries replaced with more-efficient ones. Bunkers and tee boxes are being repaired, and overgrown landscaping is

being hauled away. other identifiable improve-

ments include upgrading the golf course and community entrance.

“The bridge repairs are a collective effort being made by ourselves, the amy Strong Castle owners, and the mt. Woodson Hoa.”

Railings on both the entrance and exit sides are being reconditioned, while the former waterfall adjacent to the entrance is slowly being turned on.

“unfortunately, Textron, the bank that previously owned the course, didn’t want to put any money into the project,”

he said. He applauded Billy Casper Golf management, the former management company, for helping them keep the same great crew.

“We kept Ron Gorski as our general manager, and I’m glad we had no turnover.”

as for the course itself, he describes the 18-hole, par 70 design as uniquely different.

“It’s more target-oriented. not abbreviated. We’ve received good feedback about the views and bridge.”

The iconic bridge he’s referring to is a 450-foot trellis bridge that was hand-built.

The course is available for tournaments, and golf lessons

will be offered after a driving warm-up center is installed, sometime in late august or early September.

“We currently have a chipping area, but it’s not adequate for lessons,” he said. “The greens are in great shape and the course is improving every day.”

Plans to host a grand opening are in the works.

While the couple hope to one day retire in Ramona, they say they are very committed to renovating, rejuvenating and revitalizing the mt. Woodson Golf Course, one hole at a time. n

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If you want to know “Where’s Waldo?” you’ll find him in 25 different local

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Waldo is the title character of a series of books by martin Handford, and the search is part of a “shop local” campaign to encourage support of home-town businesses.

Those who spot Waldo’s hiding places have an opportunity to win prizes, including stickers, book coupons, gift certificates and more. To participate, pick up a free “Find Waldo Local in Ramona” passport at a par-ticipating business, and get it stamped or signed for each Waldo you spot.

Participants who collect store stamps or signatures at 10 or more sites qualify for prizes, and those with 20 or more stamps or signatures may enter a grand-prize drawing for a six-volume deluxe set of Waldo books. The winning entry will be drawn July 30 at a Classic Tale.

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abird’s nest falls from a tree, a litter of baby rabbits nearly gets run over by a lawnmower —

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Spring and summer bring an explosion of newborn wildlife, and with it comes an escalation in

animal cases that may require human intervention.

Luckily for residents of Ramona, there are a variety of resources at hand.

Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation are tricky tasks for a number of reasons, the most obvious being that some animals are not easy to handle. It is difficult to determine when to step in and when to keep your distance. oftentimes, young animals perceived as parentless are just fine

where they are. mother rabbits, for example, habitually feed their young at dawn and dusk — times when most of us are unable to observe them. many people believe the nest has been deserted when this is not the case.

The Fund for animals Wildlife Center (FFaWC) on Highland Valley Road, our local wildlife rescue and rehab facility, is a great source of information in these instances, as well as a drop-off location for injured native wildlife. When concerned individuals reach out to local resources, many

incidents of unnecessary human involvement can be avoided.

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FFaWC, whose mission is “rescue, rehab, release,” pro-vides a safe place for injured and orphaned wildlife to get back on their feet — or wings. With a team of dedicated, trained professionals and vol-unteers, the center is a great first contact when questions arise. educating the public is an important part of the wild-life care they provide.

Stacey Parker, wildlife care-giver at FFaWC, says, “every species plays a vital role in our ecosystem.” That’s why it is important for them to “provide rehabilitation to native animals in Southern California.”

Parker’s advice on what to do when a possible rescue animal is found is simple: observe them first, gather as much information as possible, and then call the center for further instruction. This way, individuals will know whether or not to approach the animal, what to look for and the best way to manage the situation.

She cautions, “never grab, feed or water an animal with-out getting advice first.”

This is sound guidance from someone who has dedi-cated her life to animal rescue and rehabilitation. She has taken to heart the adage, “We speak for those who cannot speak for themselves,” and is proud to be part of an organization that encourages her drive.

as a triage center for injured wildlife that also includes specialized areas for rehabilitation, FFaWC is an important place for wildlife that need aid and residents looking for assistance. They may be contacted at [email protected] or

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emergency animal Rescue. Founded in 1993, the rescue helps animals all over San Diego County.

Lately, the majority of their rescues have been wildlife, but the group also aids home-owners in rescuing farm animals and household pets. Though they do not provide rehabilitation care for injured wildlife, they help with the important part of physically removing the animal from its complicated position.

Some of their recent res-cue efforts include rescuing a raven stuck in a chimney, a

dog that fell into steep a canyon, a steer that fell into an old well, and numerous other wild animals that found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time.

The organization also assists in answering phone calls from concerned citizens about how they can help and steps that can be taken to do their own wildlife rescues, such as how to handle a hawk that got hit by a car.

Jan Pickton of emergency animal Rescue says it takes a lot of on-the-job training for volunteers to learn how to help animals in need. every scenario is different, just like every animal is different.

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emergency animal Rescue has someone available 24/7 to answer calls and help with questions, and to go on rescue missions. They can be reached at [email protected] or visit their website emergencyanimalrescue.org. They help release wildlife — or in some cases relocate them according to federal regulations.

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Cal Fire Suspends Burn PermitsCal Fire suspended all burn

permits for outdoor residen-tial burning within the State Responsibility area of San Diego and Imperial Counties. as of June 13, all residential burning of landscape debris, such as branches and leaves, is prohibited.

Despite the rain this winter and spring, drought conditions continue to increase fire dan-ger in the region, which has prompted this ban, according to a statement from Cal Fire.

“San Diego lives with the threat of wildfire year-round, and it is critical that the pub-lic do their part to be extra fire safe when outdoors,” said Tony mecham, Cal Fire San

Diego unit and County Fire Chief.

Cal Fire Director Chief Ken Pimlott encouraged residents to ensure they have a defensible space by clear-ing dead and dying vegetation 100 feet from all structures, landscaping with fire-resistant or drought-tolerant plants, and finding alternative ways to dis-pose of landscape debris, such as chipping it or hauling it to a biomass energy facility.

Since the beginning of the year, Cal Fire and firefighters across the state have respond-ed to more than 1,700 wild-fires that have burned nearly 30,000 acres. In the Cal Fire San Diego unit, firefighters

have responded to more than 75 wildfires.

This burn restriction does not apply to campfires within organized campgrounds or on private property as long as the campfire is main-tained to prevent wildfires. agriculture, land management, fire training and other indus-try-type burning may proceed as long as Cal Fire inspects the burn site and issues a special permit. Campfire permits may be obtained at local fire stations and online at www.preventwildfireca.org.

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rades. and living in a country that offers so much freedom, we have a lot to celebrate.

But on a more personal level, you may still be working toward another type of inde-pendence — financial inde-pendence. What can you do to speed your progress toward this goal?

Here are some ideas to think about:

• Free yourself from excessive fear. as an investor, it’s not hard to find something to fear. oil prices, interest rates, political squabbles, even natural disasters — at any given time, each of these factors (and many more) might be blamed for volatil-ity in the financial markets. In response, many people take a “time out” from invest-ing. Don’t let fear hold you back. It takes discipline and some mental toughness to stay invested in all economic environments, but if you’re constantly jumping in and out of the market, you’re almost guaranteed to miss

out on the kind of continuity and opportunities you need to move toward your financial freedom.

• Liberate your invest-ments’ growth potential. many investors avoid investing too aggressively, wishing to lower their risk level. and that’s cer-tainly not a bad idea. on the other hand, you can easily slip into investing too “safely” by keeping the bulk of your port-folio in investments that pro-tect your principal but offer so little in the way of return that they may not even keep up with inflation. So, try to always maintain a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented vehicles in your portfolio. The exact amount may depend on your age and tolerance for risk, but at virtually every stage of your life, you need some growth potential.

• Avoid the tyranny of debt. It’s not easy to stay out of debt. But carrying a heavy debt load is truly a burden — you’re not only concerned about making the payments, but you’re also depriving your-self of dollars that could be

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Pick-Ups Limited Honors Longtime Member

Bill Groves sr., center, was surprised recently when a few local friends and fellow members of Pick-ups Limited presented him with a plaque marking 20 years of membership in the vintage-Ford aficionados club. The presentation was made when Groves, Tim shoos, left, and Walter schmid got together for coffee. shoos was instrumental in getting the award from the club and finding the right moment to honor his friend. Groves and his family have been Ramona residents since 1959. He celebrated his 89th birthday in May. PHoTo By BILL GRoVes JR.

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Palomar Confirms Trauma Center Readiness

Palomar medical Center in escondido is fully prepared to treat an influx of patients from mass-casualty events, similar to the incident in orlando, Fla., according to public relations manager Chris Saunders.

as a Level II trauma center, the hospital maintains an emergency management plan that includes triage and staffing provisions that are capable of providing the level of care patients need, Saunders confirmed.

“Palomar medical Center is linked into San Diego County’s emergency medical Services and office of

emergency Services to be able to proactively share resources during mass-casualty events,” he said.

He added that the hospital is a member of the San Diego Trauma System and has close working relationships with law enforcement and fire service agencies to ensure that communication is current and coordinated during times of multiple-victim incidents.

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used to invest for your future. Try to do everything you can to live within your means and avoid racking up more debt than is necessary. and when you do whittle down your debts, put that “found” money to work. The more you put in your investment portfolio, the more opportunities you have to reach your objectives.

• Free your thinking about the future. Here’s another roadblock on your journey toward financial indepen-dence: short-term thinking. Instead of seeking quick gains (which are notoriously hard to achieve), strive for steady growth. Instead of reacting to the news of the day by mak-ing impulsive moves, chart a long-term strategy that’s appropriate for your needs, and stick to it. Instead of focusing on the losses you might see on one month’s

investment statement, look back over the progress you’ve made over the last five or 10 years. In short, worry less about today — and plan for tomorrow.

It will take a lot of time, effort and patience to ulti-mately achieve your own Financial Independence Day.

But once you do, you’ll have reason to rejoice — and you won’t even need the fireworks. n

Patrick Meskell is a financial advisor for Edward Jones. He can be reached at 760-787-1113. Patrick Meskell’s office, 1425 Main St., Ramona, is located in the Albertsons Center.


Friends of Library Looking for Volunteers


more volunteers are needed to help out a few hours a month at

the Friends of Ramona Library bookstore. ann morgart, who serves on the board of direc-tors, said the volunteers will be trained in all aspects of the

bookstore and can choose the days and hours they are available to help out.

Stocking the shelves and getting books ready to be sold,

such as cleaning and pricing, are some of the main duties volunteers perform. manning the check-out desk is another.

The Friends group also sponsors special events, such as speakers, concerts and sales throughout the year. all funds raised, averaging $1,500 a month, benefit the main library.

For information and to sign up as a volunteer, stop by the bookstore between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. monday through Saturday or call 760-670-5768 and leave a message. n

Volunteer Flo Firth sets up a display of books at Friends of Ramona Library’s bookstore. PHoTos By RuTH LePPeR

Volunteer Grace osa cleans donated books before they go up for sale.

Kids Enjoy Family Day at Gallery

Family Fun Day presented by 2Create Gallery and The art Center last month was a success, reported molly Begent, the gallery’s general manager.

Local artists set up sta-tions and provided activi-ties to stimulate creativity and fun for the entire fam-ily, including face painting, sticker-making, collaborative painting and hat-making.

“We had lots of kids and their parents come by to enjoy art,” she said. “It was such a success, we will be doing it again in the fall.”

The fall event is planned for Sept. 24. Visit www.theartcenterramona.com for updates. n

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Autumn Mills is decked out in face paint and a hat.

Sen. Anderson Compiles List of Scholarship Opportunities

California State Senator Joel anderson, his staff and interns have put together a list of grants and scholarship oppor-tunities in an effort to help college students who could use financial assistance.

“as a father of three children who have attended college, I understand the financial challenges that

students may face and how daunting that can be,” said anderson. “Thankfully, there is help available in the form of various scholarships. We have aimed to include a broad range of scholarship opportunities with varying eligibility requirements.”

anderson noted that scholarships and grants have

deadlines that must be met. The list is a service provided by his office and is not officially endorsed by the State Senate.

The list is available at http://district38.cssrc.us/content/grant-and-scholarship-information-senator- anderson. n

county to Provide Training for Nonprofit Event PermitsThe County of San Diego

will hold a training session in Ramona on July 19 for its Community event Permit (CeP) process. The CeP is a free event permit for nonprof-it organizations that host pub-lic events in unincorporated San Diego County.

Training will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Ramona Library, 1275 main St.

among the topics to be covered are:• Does my event need a

permit?

• I s my event public or private?

• Am I allowed to host events on a particular property?

• How do I apply for a permit?

• What are the requirements?There will be time for

additional questions. RSVP by July 11 to

County of San Diego Community event Permit Coordinator Joel Wright at [email protected]. gov. For information, call 858-694-3614. n


The Declaration of Independence was ratified unanimously by the

Second Continental Congress on July 2, 1776, and signed by 56 delegates on July 4, 1776, proclaiming freedom from British control by the 13 united States of america.

John adams wrote, “The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epoch

in the history of america. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anni-versary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bon-fires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to

the other, from this time forward forever more.”

Strangely enough, John adams and Thomas Jefferson, the only signers of the Declaration of Independence later to serve as Presidents of the u.S., both died on the

same day — July 4, 1826, on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Independence Day, or the “Fourth of July,” is uniquely american. It has prob-ably been the most popular american holiday, because it brings together not only fami-lies, but also entire communi-ties to celebrate the nation’s birthday. This was especially true in rural america and in small towns like Ramona, where people all throughout the region looked forward to the opportunity to get together with their families and friends for celebrations that often lasted several days.

max Bowen, an old-time cowboy from the backcoun-try, recalled memories of the Fourth of July during his youth in the early part of the 20th century. “There were lots of people and generally a big bunch of Indians who would show up to celebrate,” he said.

The Indians often played a gambling game called “peone.” During this game, four men were seated with folded legs facing four other men, whose bodies were concealed by a blanket, sometimes holding the blanket in their teeth. They would pass colored sticks back and forth under the blanket and then place them under their armpits. When the chanting ceased, the men on the opposite side

would try to guess which man was holding the single black stick. These games would sometimes go on for days.

“There was always lots of horseback stuff, with money being waged on the outcome,” he said. This included horse races, tug-of-war on horseback and a rooster pull. Bowen remembered watching some of those events at the old Tent Village located in the far reaches of Goose Valley, now oak Tree Ranch.

Tug-of-war required four or five horses and riders on each side using small ropes looped around the saddle horns and tied off to a larger pull rope. The men were spread out two-by-two, with an anchor-

man in the rear. The horses were backed up until one team was pulled over the line.

In the rooster pull, a col-lection was taken up from the participants, and the money was placed in a tobacco pouch and tied to a rooster’s feet. each rider would gallop his horse, reach down and try to grab the rooster. Whoever got the rooster won the money.

another event, the flag pull, took the place of the rooster pull. In this event, four or five small flags were placed in the ground and in a line about 100 to 200 feet apart. The rid-ers, at a full gallop, would lean down and try to grab each flag then throw it over to the other side. The rider who grabbed the most flags was the winner.

In later years, when people came to town for Independence Day, they some-times gathered at Van Loon’s Grove between 11th and 12th

streets and south of D Street. There, they had picnics, foot races, three-legged races, sack races, greased pole climbs and baseball games at the old ball field located adjacent to the eucalyptus grove. Sometimes, they had horse races on main Street and rodeos in the open fields without corrals, where the bucking horses would run wild for five or six country blocks before tiring.

arthur Woodward recalled watching the blacksmiths on main Street “fire the anvils” by placing a charge of black pow-der between two large anvils, one on top of the other, then torching it off to make a loud booming explosion, throwing the top anvil high into the air. at that time, anyone could buy dynamite, primers and fuses — especially those who com-monly used explosives, such as farmers, well diggers, grave-diggers and miners. Because of this availability and free use of dynamite, there were also many spontaneous celebra-tions by those folks who made some really loud firecrack-ers. Sometimes, a few people would light off whole strings of firecrackers or fire their

guns into the air. Kids would run around with sparklers and light firecrackers under tin cans to watch how high the cans would fly.

There were always lots of flags flying and banners and bunting about town, with patriotic speeches, singing and all-night dances at Town Hall.

Gradually, as the town grew, most of these old-time horse events, reckless enjoyment and simple games would go by the wayside or be banned by the authorities.

Today, the town still gets together each year to watch the magnificent display of fireworks sponsored by the Ramona Rotary Club. The club’s dedicated presenta-tion of american flags on main Street is a patriotic deed that takes us back to those Founding Fathers and their purpose on that famous day in 1776, reminding us all that freedom is never free. n

A sack race on Main street is one of the many ways Independence Day was celebrated in Ramona. PHoTo CouRTesy oF THe sAn DIeGo HIsToRICAL soCIeTy

Fourth of July festivities were also held at Van Loon’s Grove between 11th and 12th streets. PHoTo CouRTesy oF DARReLL BeCk

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Roads Department, Main Street Auto Care, PIVA Equipment Rental, San Vicente Resort & Golf Club, Tony’s Garage, Ramona Home Journal, Ramona Sentinel, Ramona Unified School District and everyone else who provided assistance with this event. A tremendous amount of manpower, equipment, supplies and services are needed to ensure the success of this event, and we couldn’t do it without the assistance of these people and groups.

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T his is truly a community event, and because of your support, the show will go on!

For 24 years, Ramona Rotary Club has been honored to present a spectacular fireworks extravaganza, the grand finale of a festive and family-oriented celebration.

Through the years, thousands have been able to enjoy our nation’s birthday in a fun and safe setting right in our own

backyard. The fireworks are enjoyed by even more people as they watch from vantage points all over Ramona.

Ramona Rotary thanks all the community-minded organizations, businesses and individuals who have donated funds, equipment and supplies.

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VIP and Handicapped Parking (passes or placards required) is behind OPMS and the performing arts center with in/out privileges halted during the actual fireworks show.

Vendor parking (pass required) is inside the venue, with no in/out privileges from 4 to 10 p.m., to ensure the safety of the

many people attending this event. General parking is in the front lots at the schools, but is limited. Early arrival (before 6 p.m.) is recommended. Entry to the venue is from the front of OPMS. NOTE: the back gate near the Ag Department and near San Vicente Road will be locked for safety due to fireworks staging area.

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NO PETS, SMOKING OR ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED ON RUSD SCHOOL GROUNDS. It is OK to bring blankets, chairs, umbrellas, non-alcoholic drinks and picnics. Radios are welcome and encouraged for use when the fireworks begin. Tune to KYXY

96.5 FM to hear the patriotic music accompaniment. Please lower any umbrellas as the show begins as a courtesy to those around you. And please help your July 4th Committee by picking up your trash. Enjoy!

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Ramona Rotary Club, chartered in 1937, is one of more than 31,000 Rotary clubs in the world — all focused on “Service Above Self.” The more than 1.2 million men and women who are members of the clubs around the world have worked hard to eradicate polio worldwide and to bring safe water to people in third-world countries. In Ramona, Rotary sponsors the annual Ramona Music Fest and the July

4th fireworks program, puts up flags on Main Street on holidays, supports senior and youth programs and gives out several scholarships annually.

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We would like to thank Rotary’s Fourth of July Chairperson Kim Lasley, along with her committee, for their hard work in making sure this is again one of the best events possible.

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‘Jesus christ Superstar’ is Exhilarating

an exhilarating perfor-mance of the spectacu-lar musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” is rocking the stage at Welk Resort Theater in escondido.

The andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice extravaganza is set in Jerusalem during the last days of Jesus’ life. Director and choreographer Ray Limon has done an outstanding job with the 23-member cast; no one misses a beat in the

fast-paced musical.Kyle Short is brilliant in

the starring role of Jesus Christ. His performance is equaled by Dominique Petit Frere as Judas. Whether solos or with the rest of the company, they are getting their messages across to the spellbound audience.

Ryan Dietrich gives a memorable performance in the dual roles of Herod and Bartholomew. His rendition of

The cast of “Jesus Christ superstar.” PHoTo CouRTesy oF WeLk ResoRT THeATeR

“Herod’s Song” comes through with the right amount of comic relief.

The storyline may be familiar, but there are a few changes in store, such as the Last Supper portrayed on a stairwell instead of a long table. nailing Jesus onto the cross is very realistic.

The music by Webber and Rice is demanding and well done by all involved. Perhaps the most memorable tune is “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” sung by Catrina Teruel as mary magdalene.

Justin Gray leads Welk’s amazing four-piece orchestra, with musicians mike masessa on drums, martin martiarena on bass and Vince Cooper on guitar, with Gray on piano.

The set designed by Limon and Jennifer edwards is greatly enhanced by edwards’ lighting design and Patrick Hoyney’s sound design.

Performances continue through aug. 7.

Call the box office at 888-802-7469 or visit www.welkresorts.com. n

‘Sister Act’ Livens Up the Moonlight StageTake a flamboyant nightclub singer

and hide her out in a Catholic nun-nery and what do you have? The hilari-ous musical comedy “Sister act,” now in its San Diego regional premiere at moonlight Stage Productions in Vista.

Based on the hit movie from 1992 starring San Diego’s own Whoopie Goldberg, the stage version doesn’t disappoint. opening weekend set an attendance record for more than a full house at the spacious outdoor venue.

as the story goes, singer Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder by her boy-friend, nightclub owner Curtis Jackson. Fearing for her life, Deloris runs to the police department and is whisked off into protective custody.

When she is told her hiding place will be a nunnery where she is to pose as a nun, Deloris is not a happy camper. neither is the mother Superior.

monsignor o’Hare, however, is pleased as punch, since the police department will be dropping a hefty donation into the church’s collection plate.

Deloris becomes known as Sister mary Clarence and is assigned to put her talents to use with the church choir. She soon has the sisters rocking and rolling, complete with snazzy habits.

When Curtis and his thugs discover Deloris’ whereabouts, the fun begins. enter police officer eddie Souther to the rescue. along the way, eddie discards his uniform and struts his dancing skills across the stage.

Daebreon Poiema brilliantly stars as Deloris. Rufus Bonds Jr. delivers the

bad news as Curtis. Cornelius Jones Jr. cuts a mean rug as eddie. Victoria Strong oversees the nunnery as the mother Superior. Jim Chovick couldn’t be cuter as the monsignor.

John Vaughan does double duty as director and choreographer, handling both with aplomb with a cast numbering more than two dozen. musical direction is by Lyndon Pugeda, who makes a surprise appearance toward the end of one of the musical numbers as he directs the 16-piece orchestra.

“Sister act” was written by Joseph Howard and is based on the book by Chris and Bill Steinkellner, with music by alan menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater.

Performances continue through July 2. Call the box office at 760-724-2110 or visit www. moonlightstage.com. n

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The fourth request found in the Lord’s Prayer is “Give us this day our

daily bread” (matt. 6:11). In this part of the Lord’s Prayer, we are instructed to pray for the provision of our daily needs, that is, the necessities of life, such as food, clothing and shelter.

Bread represents the most basic staple of food needed in order to sustain life.

The idea of the Lord providing “daily bread” brings to mind the manna, the bread from heaven that the Lord miraculously provided to the children of Israel for 40 years during their wilderness wanderings (ex. 16:35). By instructing us to pray this way, the Lord Jesus is clearly implying that we really are dependent upon God, even for our daily needs. If truth be

told, everyone today is just as dependent upon God for their daily needs as the Israelites were during their 40 years in the desert!

It is all too easy to overlook this simple truth. When things are going well and you are liv-ing comfortably, it is easy to forget that everything that you have is a gift of God. no mat-ter how hard you may work, no matter how successful you may be, at the end of the day, you are still utterly and completely dependent upon God for everything. But do you pray that way?

Likewise, even when things are not going well, even when you have no earthly idea how you are going to make ends meet, it is surprisingly easy to forget that you are entirely depen-dent upon God to meet your

The Lord’s Prayer, Part VI‘Our Daily Bread’

needs. You might think that being in need would make it much easier to acknowledge one’s dependence upon God, but how many of us in this situation fail to pray, or treat prayer as a last resort?

It is not without reason that the Scripture says, “ye have not, because ye ask not” (James 4:2, KJV).

notice that there is noth-ing inherently “unspiritual” (whatever that means) about praying for your daily needs. The Lord’s Prayer is a model prayer, given to us so that we might better understand how to pray, and one of the main things that we are taught to pray is for our “daily bread.” To be sure, it is not the first thing on the list, and it is not the top priority — which would be that the Lord’s name would be “hallowed” or revered, matt. 6:9 — but it is certainly included.

Let us learn to pray for our daily bread, and may we be quick to give thanks to the Lord for providing for our daily needs — whether we have a little or a lot. n

Rev. Andy Schreiber is pastor of Ramona Valley Presbyterian Church. He may be reached at 760-787-1570 or andy@ramona valleypca.com. Visit www.ramona valleypca.com.

David Garcia PassesDavid Garcia,

67, was killed in a motorcycle accident in Los angeles on may 31, 2016.

Garcia, a Ramona resident for 16 years, started as a relief manager at alamo Self Storage in may 2011, and also helped cover at the sister yard, alamo West, when needed, according to manager Peter massaro.

“alamo Self Storage lost a respected team member,” massaro said.

a journeyman carpenter for 25 years, Garcia retired in 2001, then worked as an officer of GLG Reo Closing Services in Ramona with his wife, Glenna. as business declined, he became a member of the alamo Storage team.

He was a self-taught musician who earned the nickname “Bob” after his long time idol, Bob Dylan.

“He lived and loved music and became a member of Southwest Ghostriders, an old West 1800s reenactment

group, competing in many events and venues in attempts to keep the old West ways alive,” said massaro.

an avid reader, Garcia was knowl-edgeable about the history of the united States and other countries. His favorite mode of transportation was

his 1995 Harley Davidson Softail, also known as “Big Red,” which he restored to look like the 1949 original.

Garcia leaves his wife and best friend, Glenna; three children, allison Lee of Fairbanks, alaska, matt marshall of Spring Valley, and Donavan Lines of Cannon Beach, ore.; six grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

He is also survived by his parents, edward and Socorro Garcia, ages 93 and 95, and he was the third of six brothers, Joseph, Johnny, Daniel, albert and eddie.

He adored his family and will be greatly missed by them. n

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County Proposes Rate Change for Street Lighting

San Diego County staff is set to announce July 20 that it plans to recommend a revision on the current annual assessment for the San Diego County Street Lighting District to the Board of Supervisors. There will be a second hear-ing on aug. 3 to confirm that the assessment may be placed on property tax bills.

This proposed rate change will be the first since fiscal year 2008-09. The maximum voter-approved assessment is $25 per benefit unit (single-family home).

The rate for a residential single-family residence would increase from the current

average of $6.48 to $13.50 annually. multi-family-unit rates would increase from an average rate of $3.55 to $7.40 annually. Commercial/indus-trial/agricultural rates would increase from an average of $97.92 to $204.01 annually.

This proposed increase would allow the remaining county-owned streetlights to be retrofitted with energy-efficient LeD lights to reduce long-term operating and maintenance costs. The LeD retrofits will reduce green-house gas emissions and provide additional savings for the district as energy costs continue to rise — electricity

rates have risen 18 percent over the past four years, and SDG&e has proposed an additional 12 percent increase over the next two years.

Residents may determine if they are assessed for streetlights by visiting the Tax assessor’s website at https://iwr.sdtreastax.com/SanDiegoTTCPayment application/Search.aspx and entering their mailing address, parcel number or property tax bill number.

Contact Orelia DeBraal at [email protected] or 858-694-8982. n

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It’s never too late to quit smoking. While it’s best to stop as early as possible,

kicking the smoking habit at any age will enhance the length and quality of your life.

as soon as you stop, your body begins to repair the damage caused by smoking. You’ll also save money, and you won’t have to run outside your home or office every time you get the urge to light up.

medicare covers counsel-ing sessions to help you stop smoking, even if you haven’t been diagnosed with an ill-ness caused by tobacco use. You pay nothing for smoking cessation counseling, as long as you get it from a doctor or other qualified provider who accepts medicare reimbursement.

many state medicaid programs cover smoking cessation services, as well.

Smoking tobacco can

cause many diseases, including heart and respiratory diseases, and lung cancer — the leading cause of cancer death in the u.S. more than 56 million americans still smoke tobacco, but quitting can reduce your risk of getting these diseases.

If you have medicare or medicaid, make a note to talk with your doctor about quit-ting. medicare covers eight face-to-face smoking cessation counseling sessions during a 12-month period.

During these sessions, your doctor may follow the “5 a’s” approach: ask patients about their smoking habits, advise them to quit, assess their will-ingness to quit, assist their attempts to quit and arrange follow-up.

To help you get off and stay off tobacco, your physician may prescribe one of seven antismoking drugs currently approved by the u.S. Food and Drug administration. medicare

often covers such medications under its Part D prescription drug program.

Here’s what you’ll experi-ence when you stop smoking, according to the american Lung association:• Twenty minutes after

quitting, your heart rate drops to a normal level.

• Twelve hours after quitting, the carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal.

• Two weeks to three months after quitting, the risk of having a heart attack begins to drop and lung function begins to improve.

• One to nine months after quitting, coughing and shortness of breath decrease.

• One year after quitting, your added risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker’s.

• Five to 15 years after quit-ting, the risk of having a stroke is equal to that of a nonsmoker’s, and the risk of getting cancer of the mouth, throat or esophagus is half that of a smoker’s.

• Ten years after quitting, your risk of dying from lung cancer or bladder cancer is about half that of a smoker’s, and your risk of getting cer-vical cancer or cancer of the larynx, kidney or pancreas decreases.

• At the 15-year mark, the risk of coronary heart disease is the same as that of a nonsmoker.For those who currently

smoke or have smoked within 15 years, medicare covers

screening for lung cancer with low dose computed tomography. To qualify, you must be age 55 to 77, have a tobacco smoking history of at least 30 “pack years” (an aver-age of one pack a day for 30 years), not have any signs or symptoms of lung cancer, and obtain a written order from your physician or qualified non-physician practitioner.

You pay nothing for this screening if your doctor or other qualified provider accepts medicare reimbursement.

For information on kicking the habit, visit www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes- prevention/risk/tobacco/ help-quitting-fact-sheet. n

Cate Kortzeborn is Medicare’s

acting regional administra-tor for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and the Pacific Territories. Call Medicare at 800-MEDICARE.

Focus on FitnessHow to Live a Longer and Healthier LifeBy Jim Evans ~ the journal

most people already know the basics of living longer and healthier lives — eat a balanced diet, exercise regu-larly, get plenty of sleep and avoid bad habits such as smoking, drinking, taking drugs, etc. nothing new here.

The problem is that we don’t do it, so every once in a while it helps to hear a reminder from the experts.

“If I had to rank behaviors in terms of priority, I’d say that exercise is the most important thing associated with living longer and healthier,” says Dr. Luigi

Ferrucci, a national Institutes of Health geriatrician who oversees research on aging and health. “exercise is especially important for lengthening active life expectancy, which is life without disease and without physical and mental or thinking disability.”

most of us expect to lose muscle mass as we grow older as a natural part of aging. We are usually not as energetic as we used to be, and achy joints make it easy for us to make excuses not to engage in physical activity. But if we don’t move our bodies, we are increasing the risk of disease, disability, and — yes — death,

so it is important to find the right kind of physical activity for each of us.

and regardless of advanced age or frailty, there is some kind of physical activity

for everyone that can help maintain health and mobility. Doctors are more up to date on prescribing exercise than ever before, and most health and fitness centers have certified trainers who can design programs to fit each individual.

many of us have been brought up to believe that living longer is all in the genes, regardless of how we live our lives. after all, aunt nettie lived to be 99 and smoked two packs of cigarettes a day (even if she was hooked up to an oxygen tank), so you will probably live to a ripe old age, too.

Well, not necessarily. “Research shows that

genes account for less than one-third of your chances of surviving to age 85,” says Dr. Thomas Perls, aging expert and director of the new england Centenarian Study at the Boston university School of medicine. “The vast majority of variation in how old we live to be is due to our health behavior. our genes could get most of us close to the remarkable age of 90 if we lead a healthy lifestyle.”

Living longer might be desirable, but living healthier

as we grow older will help us to enjoy a better quality of life. moving our bodies and engaging in a more active lifestyle is a first step in the right direction, according to all the experts. n

Jim Evans is a 48-year veteran of the health and fitness industry and internationally recognized fitness consultant. Visit www.fitn-essenterprisesinternational.com.

Stay Cool in ‘Cool Zones’With summer in full

swing, residents should be aware that there are two designated Cool Zones in Ramona.

Ramona Community Center at 434 aqua Ln. is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 760-789-0440.

Ramona Library at 1275 main St. opens at 9:30 a.m.

monday through Saturday, and closes at 6 p.m. monday and Wednesday; 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; and 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Call 760-788-5270.

For information about the Cool Zone program, call 800-510-2020 or visit www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hhsa/programs/ais and click on “Cool Zones.” n


Rotary Installs Officers

Ramona Rotary Club installed its officers for 2016-17. From left are Carol kinney, Club service; kim Lasley, president; Melissa Brunner, new Generations; Joan Renaud, secretary; sharon Greene, treasurer; Patrick osio, International service; Bob Murray, past president; and Maureen Robertson, Community service.

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COMMEnTARy By Honorary Mayor Sharon Davisas many of you know,

Ramona Town Hall is up and running nicely now, with the east and West wings being rented out often. now, it’s on to the main Hall to complete the historical restoration and return the hall back to you, the citizens of Ramona.

Town Hall has undertaken what may very well be the largest raffle fundraiser ever in the region. Win your choice of a sedan, SuV or truck from Perry Ford of Poway or $25,000 cash. The drawing is to be July 4 of this year, with

only 2,000 tickets printed. There are very good odds.

Tickets are only $50 each and can be purchased at The original old Town Ramona antique Fair across from Town Hall, or online at www.ramonatownhall.com. You can also call 760-789-0574 or 760-788-7215.

Town Hall can only achieve its goals with the assistance of generous donations from members of our community, so I write to ask you to help us help you.

We’re on track and we’re

keeping our promise, we just need to light our current raf-fle fire and help us move into the final daunting phase of our restoration plans, which require about $2 million.

I feel the continuing presence of historic proper-ties in Ramona immeasurably enhances the quality of our lives; they help to establish our sense of place and to define the very character of our community.

To meet this challenge, please let us hear from you. n

ruSD board Says Goodbye to Superintendent


Superintendent Robert Graeff was honored with accolades and gifts at a

June 16 board meeting as he prepares to retire from Ramona unified School District. He plans to retire June 30 after 15 years in Ramona and 40 years in education. He served as superintendent here for the past eight years, preceded by seven years as assistant superintendent.

Graeff was presented with a bottle of wine from Sun Valley Council Parent-Teachers association and nine bottles of wine — one from each school in the district — and wine glasses from the board. The bottles and glasses were engraved with names and logos of the district’s schools.

Teacher Robert Grace, along with some of his stu-dents, gave a presentation on

awards garnered throughout the school year by the Skills uSa, automotive and Ramona Cycle Dawgs teams. The students placed high in regional, state and national finals for their respective organizations.

assistant Superintendent Theresa Grace updated the board on the Local Control and accountability Plan (LCaP). School districts are required to follow a three-year plan that has to be submitted to the state at the end of each year. The third year of the plan was expected to be approved at a special board on June 28, following a public hearing.

Grace has conducted stakeholder meetings with staff, students and community members to determine the district’s priorities, which include goals, actions, services and expenditures that support the achievements of

the students.The board approved

several textbooks to be used on a trial basis in the com-ing school year in science, history, literature and math classes at the secondary level. Changes in the board policy governing high school graduation requirements were also approved.

assistant Superintendent David ostermann updated the board on the proposed budget for the 2016-17 school year. Total revenue is projected to be $55.8 million, while the pro- jection for expenses is $56 million. The budget was scheduled to come back for final approval at the special meeting.

The next regularly scheduled RUSD board meeting will begin at 7 p.m. July 7 at the Wilson Administration Center, 720 Ninth St. n

Fire Station Open House

Guests of all ages enjoyed the Fire station open House at station no. 80 last month, reported kristi Mansolf of the Ramona West end Fire safe Council. The event included a coloring contest, with many youngsters earning awards for their efforts. Participants are invited to come to the fire station at 829 san Vicente Rd. to pick up their prizes and drawings. stop by between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Aug. 1.

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Chamber Hosts Online Community Calendar

The Ramona Chamber of Commerce announced that it has acquired management and operation of www.ramona events.com, a site created originally by Tracy engel, which will make available to the Ramona community a coordinated community calendar.

The calendar, which will

be kept current and updated, will include events presented by different organizations and will be a useful tool local groups may use to publicize local events and avoid scheduling conflicts.

The Ramona Chamber invites organizations to submit events directly on the website or call 760-789-1311. n

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INGREDIENTSFor the Sauce:2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, chopped1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes3 pounds plum tomatoes, cored and roughly

choppedKosher salt1/2 cup chopped fresh basilFor the Zucchini:2 medium-to-large zucchini3/4 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs1/3 cup milk2 cups panko breadcrumbs1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more

for sprinkling1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 clove garlic, gratedKosher salt and freshly ground pepper1 cup olive oil, for frying6 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced into 12 pieces2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into

12 pieces, plus more for topping (optional)2/3 cup ricotta cheese

Zucchini ParmesanTotal Time: 1 Hour • Cook: 45 Minutes • Yield: 6 Servings • Level: Easy

DIRECTIONSMake the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet

over medium-high heat. add garlic, fennel seeds and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until garlic is lightly golden, about 1 minute. add tomatoes and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to sizzle, about 5 minutes. add half of the basil and 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occasionally and smashing the tomatoes with the back of a spoon, 25 minutes. Stir in remaining basil and season with salt.

Prepare the Zucchini: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Trim the zucchini and halve crosswise, then slice lengthwise into 18 strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Put flour in a shallow dish. Whisk eggs and milk in another dish. In a third dish, combine panko, parmesan, parsley, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Working in batches, dredge the zucchini in flour and shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, turning to coat; let excess drip off, then dredge in panko mixture, pressing to help it stick. Set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add zucchini in a single layer and fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; season with salt.

Lay 6 pieces fried zucchini a few inches apart in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top each with a few tablespoons of tomato sauce, a slice of mozzarella and a piece of prosciutto. Repeat the layering (zucchini, sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto), then top with remaining zucchini. Top with a little more sauce, sprinkle parmesan and dollop with ricotta. Bake until heated through, about 15 minutes. Top the stacks with more prosciutto. Serve with remaining sauce.

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top Dog named at Bow Wow Pow Wow

This year’s top dog at the 12th annual Bow Wow Pow Wow was Cody, a Labrador retriever, who earned Best in Show honors in competition with 19 other canines.

Cody was shown by Cynthia manning.

Competitive categories included talent, best costume, tail wagging, best kisser and others.

“It was a fun day for dogs, their presenters and spectators,” reported Tom Taylor of the Ramona Kiwanis Club, which put on the event to raise funds for local community projects.

The dog show was held June 11 at the Ramona outdoor Community Center. n

Best in show winner Cody was shown by Cynthia Manning. The award was presented by the 2016 Ramona Rodeo Queen Ashley McDonald.

Left, Hunter Marty and Brody, with ellen Massie, kathy Ristow and kim Lasley at the judges’ table.

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Cody proves he can perform.

C21 Award Welcomes Janece Bell

Century 21 award Ramona Branch manager Thad

Clendenen and the Century 21 award family welcomed Janece Bell to the Ramona office.

“Janece brings with her a kind spirit and sincerity for people that fits nicely into the Century 21 award Ramona branch,” said Clendenen. “Janece really

cares about people, their needs, and making everyone know how important they are to us.”

Bell is a 25-year native of Ramona, who lives here with her husband, Chris, and near her parents.

“She lives Ramona, loves Ramona and will assuredly be a tremendous success because she places people at the forefront of the equa-tion, which translates to building strong relationships and exemplifies our unique brand that is Century 21,” said Clendenen.

“I am so honored that Janece chose Century 21 award, and I am confident that she will enjoy a very long and successful career here representing buyers and sellers in Ramona.”

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More than 5 million teeth are knocked out each year due to sports injuries and trauma. In certain cases, these incidences can be attributed to the absence of — or poorly fitting — mouthguards. We’ll make your child a custom mouthguard that can help prevent injury, severe pain, and major expenses. The total cost to replace a knocked out tooth can be 20 times more than the cost of a custom-fabricated mouthguard from this office.

There are three basic types of mouthguards: custom, boil and bite, and stock. However they only work when they’re worn. The most comfortable and most effective appliance, is the one that we have “custom made” for your child through our office. Mouthguards can help cushion a blow to the face, reducing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to the lips, tongue, and cheek lining.

They can also reduce injury by acting as a shock absorber between the upper and lower jaws. Without a mouthguard, the jaws can violently jar together during a trauma, increasing the risk of a fracture or concussion. Findings suggest that athletes actually feel more confident and aggressive when they have the proper protection.

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‘Old Swimming Hole’ Joins Mural Project Collection

a new addition to the town of Ramona is the “old Swimming Hole” mural by artist Thom

Guerra. Its dedication by the Ramona H.e.a.R.T. mural Project will mark the organization’s 10th mural, with more set to join it by the end of the year.

Guerra’s 30-year career as an artist began when he was 13 years old

and learning the sign-painting trade from his mother. His art can be found around San Diego County, including on a wall outside the olaf Wieghorst museum in el Cajon.

The mural dedication was set to take place on June 24 on the west side of Leslie’s Pool & Spa at 1905 main St.

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4th of July Fireworks!

Julian Fourth of July Parade Celebrates Independence Day

Dubbed the “Greatest Little Town Parade” years ago, the Julian Fourth of July Parade

will live up to its reputation with a full day of patriotic entertainment.

organizers suggest that guests arrive early — before 9 a.m. on parade day — in order to find a parking place and the perfect spot on the parade route. Handicap park-ing is available until 9 a.m., before main Street closes for traffic.

The pre-parade show at 10 a.m. will feature vintage World War II T-34 airplanes screaming across the sky, dispensing a special sparkle that highlights their contrails. Guests will meet the newly crowned miss Julian and her court. In addition, an enormous flag will be unfurled.

The parade will kick off at noon and lasts about one hour. It starts with a salute to the Independence Day holiday by the u.S. marine Corps Color Guard, plus veteran

members of the local american Legion Post.

Look for plenty of red, white and blue banners and flags along the parade route, on the grandstand and adorning floats. Grand marshal Jim Baker and his family will appear, along with spiffed-up vintage cars, marching bands, equestrian and other groups, including the mountain Tribal Gypsy troupe, who will dance down main Street.

The american Legion Post 468 honors the Fourth of July with a daylong, deep-pit barbecue and live entertainment at 2503 Washington St., and Julian Woman’s Club displays vintage and new quilts at its annual Heritage Quilt Show in Julian Town Hall, 2129 main St.

The Julian Fourth of July Parade is a good old-fashioned way to celebrate the holiday.

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Postmaster Laura Lewis Sworn In

Laura Lewis, center, took the official oath of office as postmaster of the Ramona Post office on June 21. Administering the oath was san Diego District Manager Jim olson, pictured right, with Lewis, whose duties extend to all san Diego city and county branches, as well as those in the counties of Riverside, san Bernardino, Imperial and kern. Lewis, who lives in Julian, stepped into the top position nov. 1, 2015, but it took several months to coordinate the swearing-in ceremony, which was witnessed by u.s. Postal service personnel and guests. PHoTos By AnneTTe WILLIAMs


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Panoramic views describes this 5BR/4BA with 3200 esf. on 3.2 acres. Each residence is fenced. Finished 2-car garage. One residence is a Manufactured home. MLS#160013631

TWO ON ONE – $525,800

Offering 3BR/2BA with 1980 esf. located in Oak Tree Ranch. Split floor plan, walk-in pantry, new flooring, fenced backyard

and artificial turf. MLS#160026393

MANUFACTURED HOME – $249,500

Located in Serra Mesa is this 3BR/2BA home. Gutted and remodeled. Solar is paid for. New carpet, new cabinets, new paint,

new garage door and opener. MLS#160031508

PRIME LOCATION! – $498,800

Located on 2.33 acres is this 4+BA/3BA with 3256 esf. Butler’s pantry, gourmet kitchen, covered patio, hardwood floors, walk-in

shower. 3-car deep, finished garage. MLS#160004530

PHENOMENAL VIEWS – $715,900

Located in a cul-de-sac is this upgraded 5BR/4BA with 3130 esf. Spacious master, living room and family room. Fresh interior and

exterior paint. Fruit trees. MLS#160025583

PRICED TO SELL – $509,000

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ramona home journal june 30 2016

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