Spell-A-Thon Earns $14K For STEM + Rotarians Join Hall Of Fame

Good morning, Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch! Let's get this Friday started off right. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 64, Low: 35.

Here are three of the top stories in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch today:

1. Turtleback Elementary School students raised over $14K from a Spell-A-Thon, far exceeding the goal of $8K. “We were obviously very thrilled and happy with everyone’s effort,” Turtleback Education Foundation vice president Archana Balasubramanian said. “This is not typical. The credit goes to the students, their families and teachers who encouraged them to participate and give back to their school." Money will support STEM, art and music programs. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
2. The Hall of Fame has selected Rotarians Michael Fuqua and Jim Hyldahl to be the 123rd & 124th inductees since the organization was formed in 1974. The two men are being recognized for their volunteer leadership to the community. “We are very excited about our new inductees becoming members, even more so, since we have had to postpone any celebration for over two years due to COVID-19,” said RB Hall of Fame President Debbie Kurth, a 2019 inductee. The two new members will be honored at a dinner and program in June or July. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
3. San Diego has hit a new tragic milestone. There have been more than 5K COVID-19 deaths here. "Every death is tragic, and our condolences go out to the family and friends of all of the San Diegans who have lost their lives during this pandemic," said Wilma J. Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer. "Vaccination continues to be our best defense against COVID-19 and associated hospitalizations. I urge anyone who is not up to date with their shots to get vaccinated." Find out where COVID-19 vaccinations are available. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

• Pilates — Ed Brown Center. (9 a.m.)
• Friday Reflections with Peter Bolland (Online) — San Diego Oasis. (10 a.m.)
• Tech Workshop — RB Senior Center. (10 a.m.)
• Philosophy of Death (Hybrid) — San Diego Oasis. (1 p.m.)
• Bridge — Ed Brown Center. (1 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Free smoke alarms for seniors — The Burn Institute. (Burn Institute)
• Rancho Bernardo Branch Library: "San Diego Public Library's signature lecture series with the University of San Diego Copley Library is back for Black History Month! We're proud to present notable author and thinker Heather McGhee for our Feb. 28 virtual event." (Facebook)
• Rancho Bernardo Little League: "We are so excited for opening day! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 5. This event is such a fun way to kick off our season! Let's Go RBLL." (Facebook)
• North San Diego Business Chamber: "Thank you to NOVA Home Loans for its generous donation to Operation Connect. With this, we will be able to further help transitioning veterans in San Diego. Know a transitioning service member? Invite them to attend the free Operation Connect Workshop on April 1." (Facebook)
• Rancho Bernardo Branch Library: "Paws to read story time!" (Facebook)
• North San Diego Business Chamber: "Celebrate North San Diego Business Chamber's 32nd Annual RB Alive! Expo with a full day of entertainment and enjoyment. Visitors can partake in tasty treats and browse over 200 booths." (Facebook)

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