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Palomar Police Academy Application Deadline Is October 30
North Valley Flare TeamPalomar College's 2027 police academy applications for Module III and the full-year program close October 30 at 11 p.m. Here's the required paperwork, training schedule and estimated costs.
Read moreVista Seniors Have Options. Two Workshops Help Sort Them Out.
North Valley Flare TeamTwo Vista Chamber workshops on November 10 and 18 help graduating students explore college, trades, apprenticeships and career paths.
Read moreSan Marcos Library's Books on Bikes Storytime Comes With a Bonus
North Valley Flare TeamKids ages 5–11 can enjoy a story, make art and take home a book while supplies last
Read moreVista Middle Schoolers Can Explore Medicine Before High School
North Valley Flare TeamKaiser Permanente's free Hippocrates Circle introduces seventh- and eighth-graders to doctors, medical tools and career possibilities
Read moreSay “Paloma” Before You Pay: The San Marcos Story Behind This Fundraiser
North Valley Flare TeamWhat does “Paloma” have to do with a fundraiser? The answer starts in San Marcos.
Read moreWhich Trees Will Shape Vista’s Future? Residents Get a Say
North Valley Flare TeamVista’s future canopy begins with a tree list—and residents can help decide what makes the cut.
Read moreDouble Peak’s Turkey Trot Has a Six-Figure Goal—Can Runners Deliver?
North Valley Flare TeamMore than a holiday run, Double Peak’s Turkey Trot is chasing a six-figure goal.
Read moreCSUSM Job Fair Is Coming—And Students Can Dress for Success for Free
North Valley Flare TeamThe October 13 career fair brings employers to San Marcos, while the Cougar Career Closet offers free interview clothing and headshots.
Read morePalomar College Late-Start Classes: Fall Enrollment Isn't Over Yet
North Valley Flare TeamFast Track 2 begins October 19, but Vista and San Marcos students should check schedules, course requirements and financial aid first.
Read moreVista’s Reading Pals Have a Date With Your Calendar—Will You Join Them?
North Valley Flare TeamA spot on your calendar could help Vista’s young readers turn the page.
Read moreCan Volunteering Change Your Community—and Your College Future?
North Valley Flare TeamFind out how to make your volunteer hours matter locally—and stand out on college applications.
Read moreMilitary Spouses, You're Invited: What's Inside San Marcos' Free Safety Class?
North Valley Flare TeamMilitary spouses, this free San Marcos safety class is for you, too—here’s what to know.
Read moreThe Drone Comes in a Box. Why Doesn’t the Know-How?
North Valley Flare TeamUnboxing a drone is easy. Learning to fly it safely? That’s where the real work begins.
Read moreWhat’s Bringing USC Alumni Together on Vista’s Main Street?
North Valley Flare TeamA new reason to reconnect is drawing USC alumni to Vista’s Main Street. What’s behind it?
Read moreClaude Hits Vista’s Calendar—and San Marcos Is Next
North Valley Flare TeamVista put Claude on the calendar. San Marcos is next—but what’s driving the interest?
Read moreIgniting Futures: Vista Students Dive Into Real-World Auto Tech Experience
North Valley Flare TeamInside the garage: How real-world training accelerates careers for Vista's automotive students.
Read moreSan Marcos Unified’s September Rising Stars Get Their Moment
North Valley Flare TeamSan Marcos Unified recognized three September 2026 Rising Stars honored by the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce for character, leadership and accomplishments.
Read moreWhat Three Words Did These Second Graders Learn That No One Wants to Use?
North Valley Flare TeamDiscover how simple lessons empowered young students with vital, life-saving knowledge.
Read moreSecret College Class Hidden in San Marcos Library Leaves Students and Locals Buzzing
North Valley Flare TeamDiscover how an unexpected classroom is thriving quietly behind library walls in San Marcos.
Read moreBeyond Grades: How Vista's Rising Stars Are Redefining Student Success
North Valley Flare TeamDiscover how students are thriving beyond grades and redefining success at Vista.
Read moreVista Aims to Boost 300 Families' Literacy—But Can It Add Up Against a Math Hurdle?
North Valley Flare TeamHow one district’s big bet on reading faces hurdles—and reveals hidden gaps in math.
Read more50 Years After Graduation: Vista High’s Class of ’76 Reunites for an Unforgettable Homecoming
North Valley Flare TeamAlumni reflect on memories, milestones, and the legacy of a pivotal graduating class.
Read moreFrom Humble Beginnings to Historic First: Palomar's Bold Leap Into Bachelor's Degrees
North Valley Flare TeamTracing the remarkable growth from small beginnings to a trailblazing academic milestone
Read moreRBV’s Renovated Stadium Opening Pushed to September 30
North Valley Flare TeamDelays spark excitement and questions as fans await the stadium’s long-anticipated debut.
Read moreVista Has $500,000 to Build a Fire-and-EMS Career Pipeline
North Valley Flare TeamNew funding opens doors for local youth to launch life-saving careers in Vista
Read moreNorth Island CU Foundation Teacher Grants $500 Fall 2026 | North Valley Flare
North Valley Flare TeamNorth Island Credit Union Foundation is accepting fall Teacher Grant applications. Ten teachers in San Diego and Riverside counties will each receive $500 for innovative classroom projects. Deadline September 12, 2026.
Read moreSan Marcos Rec Club Transforms Summer: The New Go-To for Students After School Ends
North Valley Flare TeamDiscover exciting summer programs and activities keeping kids active and engaged in San Marcos.
Read moreCSUSM Dining Heats Up: New Hall, Bold Menus, and Big Ambitions Stir Campus Buzz
North Valley Flare TeamDiscover how campus dining is transforming student life with bold flavors and ambitious upgrades.
Read moreBack to School: Vista and San Marcos Students Return to Class This August
North Valley Flare TeamSummer break is coming to an end across North Valley, but students in Vista and San Marcos won’t all be heading back to class on the same day. Fid out what dates kids are heading back.
Read moreVista Boys & Girls Club Backpack Giveaway a Success Thanks to Community Support
North Valley Flare TeamThe Vista Boys & Girls Club celebrated a successful back-to-school backpack giveaway and community resource fair, made possible by generous local sponsors, volunteers, and donors.
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