Who are the honored in the Temecula Valley? Look closer and you’ll see another underlying theme. It’s a theme that belongs not to the attraction but to the attracted. These neighbors, who were attracted to the Temecula Valley, carry the fingerprints of warriors.

Just in time for Mother's Day, some real-world, practical encouragement for moms that comes straight from the timeless pages of the Bible.

I love the Temecula Valley so much. I ALWAYS assume there is some kind of root in Temecula's hidden history that makes it the perfect place to live the American Dream. I began to look for a connection between Temecula, Cinco de Mayo, Artemis, or NASA. That's when I found Liam Kennedy.

It was the winter of 1848 and the entire future of the West hinged on a single message: Gold. The precious metal had been discovered at Sutter's Mill and the race was on to tell the world. This is where Kit Carson, already renowned as an explorer, guide, and courier, entered the story of the original Temecula golden era.

For me, stories about communities or individuals facing insurmountable obstacles, yet still rising to greatness through faith and determination are deeply moving. As I was enjoying a casual read through the history of James Garfield, America’s 20th President, I found parallels to the history of the city I love, Temecula, CA, that reminded me of what faith, hard work, and perseverance can accomplish.