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Always a cut above and tailored just for you!
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Pauma/Valley Insurance Agency, Inc.
"Valley Center's Most Trusted Independent Insurance Agency Since 1978"
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March 20, 2019
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BRANDON STRAUSBAUGH ON CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
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Brandon Strausbaugh, PVI Manager
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Family, heritage, history, traditions, legacies... These are a few of the things that we love to celebrate at PVI! Some of these community connections are obvious, but there are others of which many of us are not even aware. Either way, we at PVI believe it's important never to take any of these connections for granted, especially since all of them contribute to making our community a wonderful place in which to live and work and to call home.
Yes, when it comes to our community connections, we have so much for which to be thankful, and as we all know, it's the individuals behind these connections who make the difference - their dedication, commitment, hard work and generosity! We are excited to be able to celebrate that passion by dedicating this issue to the wonderful people in our community who have contributed so much to making our lives better - past, present and future. Thank you to all!
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Phone: 760-749-2383
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1. There's actually an old castle on Old Castle Road.
2. Before 1955, Valley Center Road was known as Rincon Road.
3. Dwight Eisenhower is the only sitting President to visit Valley Center.
4. Ronald Reagan, as Governor, celebrated his 60th birthday here.
5. Wyatt Earp spent time with his aunt who lived on McNally Road.
6. Rancho Guejito is the only Mexican land grant ranch still in existence.
7. The original Betty Crocker lived and cooked here for 40 years.
8. The town's first sidewalk was welcomed in 1975 at Old Town Center.
9. Seven NFL players live or have lived in Valley Center.
10. Seven Civil War veterans are buried in the local cemetery.
11. San Quentin once had a minimum security prison in Valley Center
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Our appreciation to Robert Lerner for this submission from the files of the Valley Center Historical Society.
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NOW OPEN
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Valley Center
Vehicle Registration Services
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Keeping it Local
O
ur business is much more than just selling insurance, it is a way of life; which means long-term personal relationships being built with members of our community; it means supporting local businesses, events and sports teams; and it means making a difference in the lives of others.
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"The PVI Pledge"
Pauma/Valley Insurance pledges to do everything we can to make your lives Safer, Simpler & more Secure.
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"Spreading" the News about Peanut Butter and Chocolate...
Did you know...
1. Americans eat an average of 3 pounds of peanut butter per person each year - enough to cover the floor of the Grand Canyon!
2. We also consume an average of 11 pounds of chocolate per person annually. (If you notice the ratio of chocolate to peanut butter in a peanut butter cup, that explains a lot!)
3. Harry Reese developed the Peanut Butter Cup in 1928.
4. Peanut butter was not rationed during WWII (unlike sugar), which gave Reese's Peanut Butter Cup business a huge boost in the candy market.
5. Hershey acquired Reese's Candy Company in 1963 and is now Hershey's best-selling item, with over $500 million in sales annually.
6. Check out our PVI Peanut Butter Cup Signature Drink at Spins Coffee Truck available for the rest of March and taste a bit of history!
Please note: Even if you don't have $500 million a year in annual sales, PVI still would love to insure your business!
We offer all types of products through our affiliation with over 40 insurance companies, and can offer you a sweet deal for all your needs. We'll keep you covered...and not in chocolate! Give us a call today! 760-749-2383
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PVI is An Award Winning Agency
Golden Standard
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Look for us on
Valley Center Road
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Open to all!
Please join us
and bring a friend/neighbor!
We have a great meeting lined up for March 21st that you won't want to miss! In addition to the monthly updates from our First Responders and other local entities, we hope you'll join us as we celebrate with two local entities comprising over 100 years of Valley Center history!
VC Pageant Association/Miss Valley Center Pageant
This year is a
crowning
achievement for the Miss Valley Center Pageant for two very important milestones: 1) The Pageant is celebrating its 50th year; and 2) Debra and Eric Jockinsen are marking their 30th year with this iconic Valley Center event, which has provided numerous opportunities and thousands in scholarships for the young women of our community. Thank you, Debra & Eric!
A-1 Irrigation Do It Best Hardware
A-1 Irrigation Do It Best Hardware also is celebrating over 52 years in Valley Center! So, obviously, they do...DO IT BEST! They also have a strong tradition of supporting community activities & events, and have generously donated door prizes for this meeting! Also, A-1 will be providing a "preview" of their Customer Appreciation Day, scheduled for Saturday, April 13th! As always, thanks to A-1 for all you do!
PVI is pleased to sponsor the monthly CAN meetings to help keep our community connected and informed! Breakfast at 8 am; Meeting from 8:15-9:30 am. Please
click here
to view the Event information and/or RSVP. Come celebrate VC history!
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CUSTOMER CORNER -
COMMUNITY PHARMACY OF VALLEY CENTER,
GET JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED!
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(Left to right) Peter Nuygen, Johanna Martinez, Tanya Vaca and Gail Fitzgerald.
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Although Community Pharmacy is new to PVI, the pharmacy itself certainly is not new, nor is the building in which it exists. The pharmacy has been a Valley Center staple since it was started as Griffin Pharmacy in 1987. Peter Nuygen, current owner and pharmacist, acquired the pharmacy in 2013. Of note, PVI's Barni Strausbaugh was one of the original business partners who built and owned the existing building (Old Towne Center) where Community Pharmacy is located.
Pete, as he is known to his many customers and friends, said he truly enjoys being able to be an active participant in fulfilling the health needs of members of our community. He is thankful that he has been able to keep up with the changes in pharmacies, especially as it relates to the small-town pharmacy in particular. He said they constantly are adapting to changes that affect their customers, and adding features such as their
new Mobile APP that you can download to enhance your online experience.
But going beyond the basic duties of a pharmacist, Pete says he enjoys the personal relationships he and his team have developed over the past six years and being able to greet his customers by name, something inherently often lacking in chain pharmacies where the pharmacists are more removed from their customers.
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29115 Valley Center Rd, Ste. F
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Of course, helping to insure the pharmaceutical needs of our community are met is Pete's top priority, but he also wants to make sure that other important needs are met as well. That's why he keeps the Pharmacy stocked with numerous non-health related items. From gift cards to greeting cards, from gift wrap to Saran wrap, from office supplies to cleaning supplies, Pete offers it all! He also carries small seasonal gifts for you to share with others to show you care, which often proves to be the best medicine of all!
So stop by the Community Pharmacy of Valley Center today, where you'll always get a "dose" of gratitude for your business!
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CELEBRATING PVI'S 41st YEAR IN BUSINESS!
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A Brief Review of the Year 1978
The price of gas was 63 cents a gallon
An 8-track tape player was $169
Disco was the latest dance craze
Median housing cost (CA) $70,890; (US) $48,700
Hungry, Hungry Hippos was the "must have" Christmas toy
Space Invaders was the first (and only) computer video game
Barni Strausbaugh founded Pauma/Valley Insurance Agency (PVI)
As you can see, a lot of things have changed since 1978, but there's one thing that has not changed, and never will, and that's the solid principles on which PVI was built. Forty-one years later, our mission and goals remain the same - building long-term relationships with our customers based on trust and respect, while providing you with unparalleled policies and service.
As Independent Agents, we have the freedom to be able to custom-tailor personalized solutions for all your insurance needs.
We are committed to the principles of service, integrity and professionalism. Putting the needs of our clients above all and remembering that the protection and peace of mind of our customers, has always been, and always will be, our number one priority.
That being said, we did feel that celebrating our 41st year in business warranted a little recognition, so what better time and way to do so than to update our logo, if you will, by adding those two elements - that after 40 years, we still are honored to be "Valley Center's Most Trusted Independent Insurance Agency" and we couldn't do it without you - our loyal customers! Together, we make a great team! Now, isn't it nice to know that there are some things that will never change?
Below - PVI's Family Legacy - Barni Strausbaugh circa 1978, and son, Brandon Strausbaugh.
It's no wonder that this picture has a special place, not only in the PVI office, but also in the hearts of Barni and Brandon.
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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE
"VAN QUACKENBUSH EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM" SCHOLARSHIP
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Van Quackenbush, namesake of PVI's new "Excellence in Journalism" Scholarship.
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Applications are now being accepted at the Valley Center High School Counseling Office for the new PVI "Van Quackenbush Excellence in Journalism" Scholarship. Check out this story to see what makes it special and why it's unique! This is a great opportunity for a VCHS graduating senior!
Of interesting note, it is the first scholarship at VCHS to require a "video" submission, which we are really excited about as it will allow and encourage the students to showcase their creative abilities! We hope you'll check it out and encourage your student(s) to apply for this special scholarship honoring Valley Center history and personal and professional integrity.
Please click here for more information with pictures on the interesting backstory for the scholarship and why it means so much to us. Also, there's a link to the downloadable scholarship application at the end of the story.
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"MARCH" ON OVER TO SPINS
FOR
PVI'S SIGNATURE DRINK OF THE MONTH!
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PVI's Phyllis Knight (left) and Diane Wick "team" up with Spins Ted Hackleman for this month's PVI Signature Drink for March.
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As most of you know, at PVI we are all about "Teamwork" and that's why we're excited to announce this month's PVI Signature Drink of the Month for March.
Now, you may be wondering (understandably), "What does Teamwork have to do with March?" Well, the obvious answer is... nothing. However, PVI often "marches" to a different beat than all the others when it comes to the way we do business, including having our own Marketing and PR Team! And when it comes to teams, you would be hard-pressed to find one that works better together than our Marketing Team of Phyllis Knight and her assistant, Diane Wick!
In fact, we can only think of one pair that blends together better, and that's the "Dream Team" of peanut butter and chocolate! That's right - America's favorite flavor combination and one that's guaranteed to make you swoon when you taste how Ted "Spins" this drink for March!
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"SIXTY SECONDS OF SAFETY"
WITH VC FIRE CHIEF, JOE NAPIER
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It's always a pleasure when VC Fire Chief, Joe Napier, takes time out of his busy schedule to stop by PVI. This time, he chose PVI as the perfect location for this month's "Sixty Seconds of Safety" because he knows that our priority is "insuring" your family's well-being. As usual, Chief Napier's comments are very
timely
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We don't want to "alarm you" but what Chief Napier has to say about smoke detectors is very important, as well as he shares information about a free service provided by our local Fire Department. To see and hear what Chief Napier has to share, please
click here
or on his picture above.
Of note is that Chief Napier, a 20+ year resident of Valley Center, just celebrated his 4th year as head of the Valley Center Fire Protection District, and has spent 34 years in the fire service. Apparently, he has started his own family legacy as his son, Jeremy - who grew up in Valley Center - has been in the "family business" for five years and for the past two years has served as a firefighter/paramedic in Vista. Thank you to Joe and Jeremy for your service!
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LEARNING THE 4-Hs AT THE FEBRUARY CAN MEETING
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Thank you to
Valley Center 4-H for being our guest presenters at the CAN (Community Action Network) meeting on February 21st! They did a fabulous job! (Of note is that 4-H has been around for over 100 years!)
We'd also like to thank
Armstrong Feed & Supply for their "preview" of their Purina Chick Days, which was held on February 23rd, and for the gift certificates they donated as door prizes. (Armstrong's is Valley Center's oldest and largest feed store with over 50 years
in the bag
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Also, thank you to our First Responders and other local entities for their monthly updates! They always provide such timely information to keep our community in the know.
Last, but not least, a special thank you to all who came out in the rain to support our community and to stay connected and informed!
Below are a few pictures from the event.
Young 4-H'ers lined up and ready to go!
Lt. Dave Schaller, Commander of VC Sheriff's Substation, shares his monthly update as PVI's Brandon Strausbaugh looks on.
John Yeager, Larry McKenzie and Bill Trok in the back "guarding" the delicious goodies provided by Julie and Bryan Stroh. :-)
Steve Green, Armstrong Feed & Supply, presenting a gift certificate to Eric Jockinsen, who won one of two $25 certificates they provided. Eric heads up the Valley Center Building Committee, a nonprofit that takes care of the Valley Center Community Center, which was built in 1922, and where CAN meetings are held.
(The monthly CAN meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 8 am at the VC Community Center and are sponsored by PVI.)
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PVI CELEBRATES (YOUNG) WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH!
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March may be National Women's History Month, but PVI has a history of supporting the young women of Valley Center year-round!
That's why it's our pleasure again this year to sponsor two very important upcoming events in Valley Center.
First, the Miss Valley Center Pageant, which is celebrating its 50th year, will be held on Saturday, March 23rd. The Pageant, which will be held at the Maxine Theater, will highlight the outstanding 2019 contestants for Miss Valley Center and Junior Miss Valley Center. Ann's School of Dance, which has been in step with Valley Center since 1977, also is a supporter of the Pageant through the use of its venue for practice as well as gracing the stage with members of its dance troop.
This year, PVI is please to sponsor
Carly Rose Nagy, who is a Junior Miss contestant. This is Carly's second year in the Pageant and is thrilled to be a part of it again this year. We hope you'll come out and support these young women and all the hard work and effort that they have put into this important event!
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Carly Rose Nagy is all smiles with PVI's Maricruz Avelar, Brandon Strausbaugh and Justina Strausbaugh.
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PVI also is a proud supporter of the Valley Center Stampede Rodeo Queens Pageant, which was established in 2004. The Pageant will be celebrating its 15th year on April 6th and would love to corral your support!
This year, PVI is pleased to sponsor Adelle Perpetua as she vies for the title of "Little Miss" - one of four contests in the Pageant, which also includes Queen, Junior Queen and Young Miss. These young women work very hard year-round to prepare for the Pageant, especially perfecting their horsemanship!
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Adelle Perpetua proudly displays her check with PVI's Maricruz Avelar, Brandon Strausbaugh and Justina Strausbaugh.
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We hope you'll join us in supporting all of these young ladies, and come out and cheer them on! They are our future and worthy of our support!
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PVI CONNECTS WITH COMMUNITY THROUGH
VALLEY CENTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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Over its 57-year history, the Valley Center Chamber of Commerce (established in April of 1962) has been a huge supporter of our community and local businesses. Not only is PVI pleased to be a member, but Brandon Strausbaugh has served on the Chamber's Board since 2012, following in his grandfather's footsteps - Van Quackenbush - who served on the Chamber Board for 17 years.
One of our favorite things about the Chamber is the opportunity to connect with our community through their monthly SunRisers (first Friday of the month) and their Sundowners (the third Thursday of the month). Not only are these great networking opportunities, they also allow us to support our community by promoting one of our favorite local charities, the Valley Center Community Aid Group.
Pictured above, Diane Wick (left) and Phyllis Knight, PVI's Marketing Team, attended the February Sundowner (sponsored by the Chamber Board of Directors and held at Ridgeview Church, which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this October!) and showcased PVI's February "Love Your Neighbor" campaign. The campaign raffled off gift certificates and bottles of wine donated by
Hill Top Winery. PVI pledged a matching donation of the proceeds, which will be used to purchase grocery gift cards for local families in need.
In case you missed it, shown
below are PVI's Brooke Dunn and Justina Strausbaugh kicking off the "Love Your Neighbor" campaign at the PVI office, which ran through the month of February.
Thank you to everyone who supported this charitable campaign!
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- CUSTOMER COMMENTS -
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR PVI SERVICE HISTORY THROUGH YOUR
TESTIMONIALS & REFERRALS!
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"Pauma/Valley Insurance is your one stop for all your insurance needs. They have helped me with homeowners, renters, automotive, businesses and health insurance! Anytime I'm in distress about insurance, I give Brandon a call and he takes as much time as I need to thoroughly understand the policies' limits, deductions and premiums! If Brandon isn't available, someone gets back to me and is always knowledgeable. I can't begin to tell you how much they've saved me in policies!"
- Mary Byrd
If you have a testimonial to share, like Mary, we'd love to hear it! You can share it either via our website or email to
Or, better yet, there is no greater compliment you pay us than sharing your experience with family and friends in referring them to us. As our way of saying "thank you" we are pleased to present a $10 gift card to you and a $10 donation to a local non-profit organization per referral. For each referral we receive, your name also goes into a year-end drawing for a 2019 Apple Watch. Sounds like a good "time" to
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As your personal Valley Center insurance agent, anytime you walk-in, call or email the agency you always will receive the same great hometown customer service that we have been providing for our community since 1978. Because we are an independent agent appointed to represent over 50 carriers including Mercury, Allstate, Progressive, MetLife, Travelers, Safeco, The Hartford,
and more,
you can be assured that we are going to provide the highest level of coverage at the most competitive rates.
We are located at
27357 Valley Center Road
(Right across the street from Napa Auto Parts.)
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Thank you from all of us at Pauma/Valley Insurance
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We love our community, and you know why,
We're one big family, we're PVI!
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