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Sean Lafferty – Candidate for Riverside County Judge

Who is Sean Lafferty? Sean Lafferty has served the community for 17 years, in his own words, “fighting for justice for those who’ve been harmed. I’ve convicted murderers, rapists, child molesters, … Continue reading

May 24, 2014 · 1 Comment

Riverside County Sheriff Candidates Battle for the Badge

Among the choices voters will make June 3 at the polls is who should serve as Riverside County sheriff-coroner for the next four years. Temecula Grapevine recently caught up with … Continue reading

May 23, 2014 · 3 Comments

Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival returns for 3 days of music for every palate, May 30-June 1, 2014

Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine festival returns for its thirty-first year in 2014 with a concert lineup good for any palate. “Friday night (May 30, 2014)  includes country with Justin … Continue reading

May 12, 2014 · Leave a comment

Astronomy lovers, Connect With The Stars At The Inaugural StarLight Festival, Big Bear Lake, California

Hosted by the AstronomyOutreach network, the inaugural StarLight Festival is a unique celebration of science and astronomy that is set to launch on Memorial Day weekend under the stunning skies … Continue reading

April 29, 2014 · 1 Comment

Oak Grove Center honors Pechanga Resort and Casino, Brewer family with Big Oak Award

Over four-hundred people gathered at Oak Grove Center to celebrate the tenth Annual ‘An Evening Under the Oaks’ Presented by Lexus of Riverside on Saturday, April 12, netting over $41,000 in funds for the non-profit … Continue reading

April 17, 2014 · Leave a comment

First ever City of Temecula Special Games and Caregiver Summit

The City of Temecula Special Games is proud to present the newly added Caregivers Summit on Saturday, May 3rd. Athlete participation is required for caregiver to attend summit. Sign-in your … Continue reading

April 16, 2014 · Leave a comment

Temecula’s Wilson Creek draws hundreds at meet, greet mixer with Reality Rally stars for Casino Night

The expansive lawn, jazz filled spring air, and over 100 reality television stars set a surreal scene at Wilson Creek during Reality Rally 2014’s Casino Night Fundraiser. In a progressive party, the … Continue reading

April 12, 2014 · 1 Comment

4th annual Reality Rally draws over 100 reality television stars to Temecula, but Michelle’s Place reminds of heart behind Fun for Funds event

On a breezy Friday afternoon, over 100 Reality Television stars appeared at Temecula’s Michelle’s Place – Breast Cancer Resource Center – to officially launch the 4th annual Reality Rally games … Continue reading

April 12, 2014 · 2 Comments

Up Close and Personal with Reality Rally’s Jim Vaglica – with this cop, no Expedition is Impossible

Temecula Grapevine’s last but far from least Reality Rally star is Expedition Impossible’s Jim Vaglica. The races are on, stars are arriving, ready for a weekend of adventure, excitement, and … Continue reading

April 11, 2014 · Leave a comment

Light it up Blue in Old Town Temecula – City Hall celebrates Autism Awareness Month in April, 2014

On April 2, 2014, a crowd assembled at Temecula’s City Hall for a special convening of the Autism Task Force, a joint venture between Temecula, Hemet, Wildomar, and the Our … Continue reading

April 9, 2014 · Leave a comment

Murrieta Police Department, DEA, holds Drug Takeback Day in April, 2014

In October, 2013–National Drug Takeback Day–Americans turned in 324 tons of prescription drugs at over 4,100 sites operated by the DEA and thousands of state and local law enforcement partners.  To date, the DEA … Continue reading

April 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

Falkner Winery presents Easter Champagne Brunch Menu from Pinnacle Restaurant

Now with being voted “Best Restaurant”  for 8 years in a row from readers of Inland Empire Magazine and the “Diner’s Choice Award for 2014” from Open Table diners, the hill-top Pinnacle Restaurant … Continue reading

March 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

Murrieta’s State of the City address by Mayor Alan Long: Murrieta – Grow, Encourage, Create and Attract Talent

By Heather Rawlings Murrieta, CA –The Performing Arts Center at Murrieta Valley High School looked beautiful at the State of the City address in March, 2014. The evening began with … Continue reading

March 19, 2014 · Leave a comment

Pechanga announces Award Winning Wine and Decadent Confections Tasting at Pechanga Resort and Casino to benefit Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley

TEMECULA, Calif. – (March 18, 2014) – With nearly 50 wineries now dotting the landscape of the Temecula Valley, visitors often find it difficult to decide which to frequent during … Continue reading

March 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

Up Close and Personal: Reality Rally Veteran Stars Andrea Maue and Corie Maue return for Race, Cooking adventure through Old Town Temecula

Sitting down to lunch with Andrea and Corie Maue (pronounced like Maui) is what I consider a breath of fresh air. Temecula Grapevine had the pleasure of spending an afternoon, … Continue reading

March 18, 2014 · 1 Comment

Reality Rally Contestant and Supermarket Superstar – Xiomara Hall – Up Close and Personal

Reality Rally is rapidly approaching, and none so enthusiastic is Supermarket Superstar and local business owner, Xiomara Hall. Temecula Grapevine had the opportunity to chat with Xiomara and discover what … Continue reading

March 6, 2014 · 1 Comment

Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival – Camping reservations open March 4, 2014

Get ready, get set, if you want a camp site at 2014’s Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival, it’s time to prepare! For a general camping reservation, starting at 8 … Continue reading

March 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

Up Close and Personal with 2014 Reality Rally contestant, and Real Housewives of Orange County reality star, Peggy Tanous

Mother of two, entrepreneur, model, reality star, and fitness guru Peggy Tanous paused her busy day to chat with Temecula Grapevine about 2014’s upcoming Reality Rally. “I’m in Temecula a … Continue reading

February 10, 2014 · Leave a comment

Up Close and Personal with Reality Rally contestant Liza Stinton, of Big Brother Canada

Big Brother Canada rocketed to the scene with some of the most colorful characters the reality show had seen yet. Of them, Liza Stinton gave all in the Canadian house … Continue reading

February 8, 2014 · Leave a comment

Up Close and Personal with Reality Rally Contestant James Wallington – Capture, CW Network, Afterbuzz.com

James Wallington — of CW Network’s “Capture” — believes that you can do whatever you put your mind to. Whether with regard to standing up to bullies, to competing in … Continue reading

February 3, 2014 · 1 Comment

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