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HiCaliber founder Michelle Knuttila and several of her supporters walked horses off the property or drove them out in trailers. Read More »
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HiCaliber Horse Rescue still hasn’t left Valley Center ranch; founder blames critics
More than a week after its announced move-out date, HiCaliber Horse Rescue has not yet left the Valley Center ranch it rents. Read More »
The Weekly Ask: Answers to your questions about our stories
The Weekly Ask is one short video each week that poses questions to you, our readers. Read More »
The nitty gritty on horse rescues in San Diego County
Because San Diego County is a popular location for horse owners, stables and rescues, we wanted to share what we’ve learned about the local horse community. Read More »
HiCaliber horses not welcome at parade over fears they’ll infect other animals
HiCaliber Horse Rescue has been asked not to bring its horses to the Valley Center Western Days Parade on Saturday because of concerns some of its horses have a highly contagious equine disease called strangles. The decision was made following a Western Days board meeting Monday night that more than a dozen people attended at the Valley Center library. Most ... Read More »
Former HiCaliber board members distance themselves from horse rescue’s financials
“If two board members are jumping ship the same day, that tells you things are a’happening,” said Paul Dostart, an expert in nonprofit law. Read More »
Attorney General’s Office halts HiCaliber’s fundraising, spending for failing to file tax docs
The Valley Center nonprofit can no longer raise or spend money until it submits proper financial disclosures to the state. Read More »
Strong reaction to inewsource report on HiCaliber Horse Rescue
Web traffic on the story shows it has reached readers in all 50 states and more than 40 countries. Read More »
HiCaliber Horse Rescue ensnared in allegations of animal cruelty, fraud
Local and state authorities are looking into allegations of animal cruelty and fraud at HiCaliber Horse Rescue, a nonprofit in Valley Center. Read More »