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INSIDE Upland Upland’s Basketball Facing Team Challenge

Hard work and effort have made results come true for the Upland High School Varsity Basketball team, which has successfully filled big shoes with underclassmen to get wins early this year.

“We’re a little more inexperienced than we’ve been. We had a lot of seniors graduate last year.

We haven’t even played a game with our full team yet,” Head Coach John McNally, said. “The kids were expected to step into the spots that were vacated by the graduating seniors, and that’s what they’ve done.”

The Upland Highlanders were still able to start 10-3 for the ‘12-‘13 season at the time of this writing.

This season they only had a few returning letterman players minus one player who tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) last year.

This season they have had some transfers and freshman players that have been pulled up.

Something that high school teams now normally do is play in off-season leagues for additional competition and preparation. In these fall leagues they can play

Saturday games to compete yearround and still maintain speed work and weight training.

Playing throughout the entire year also means more potential injuries. McNally said they had no injuries in the fall, but a few months later they did suffer some sprained ankles as the preseason kicked off.

Even so, they continue to succeed as they compete in a league with no room for error.

“There’s no gimme teams in our league. [Even] Alta Loma will be competitive by the end of the year.

They have a lot of talent and they can coach,” said Head Coach McNally.

Upland Favorable to Small Business

According to the Hesperia Star newspaper, Upland and Chino Hills tied with Hesperia as some of the least expensive California cities to do business in. This statistic was revealed in the 18th annual Kosmont-Rose Institute Cost of Doing Business Survey.

From September to the end of 2012 there were several ribboncutting ceremonies by the Upland Chamber of Commerce for new businesses openings that included Skyline Premier, SERVPRO, Reach Out West End and Eden Garden Fusion Grill.

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chised-based businesses are expected to open this summer as part of the Upland Colonies ongoing development.

In addition to the Colonies ongoing business development with corporate companies, there are also many small business owners as well in Upland and it is good for them to know that the city of Upland is one of the more affordable cities in California for businesses to operate.

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“Personally I think that operating in Upland helps us a little bit with keeping our fixed costs down, such as rent, taxes etc., but overall I don’t think it’s that big of an issue because our clients are businesses that are all over Southern California and it’s them that really dictate our well-being,” Strauss said.

As cited in the Hesperia Star’s article, Claremont McKenna College’s Rose Institute and the Los Angeles based Kosmont companies gather data on business fees and a variety of tax rates from 305 selected cities. After 17 years of nationwide coverage, the survey now focuses on the states where business relocation is the most active. The 2012 edition of the survey takes a close look at the cost of doing business in California, along with eight other western states.

Although California continues to rank as one of the most expensive states for businesses to operate in this country, hopefully this survey will help some business owners to consider moving to Upland before relocating out of state in an attempt to minimize operating costs.

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One thing that the City of Upland does supply to the San Antonio Heights community is access to the Upland Unified School District. Minors living within the given boundaries are given the opportunity to attend the local public schools, such as Valencia Elementary School, Pioneer Junior High School and Upland High School in addition to other schools.

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INSIDE rancho cucamonga Local Gets Dream of Playing USC Football

he feels confident that he has a good chance of success as he comes to the Trojan program. Hawkins has already met all the Defensive Backs at USC and Head Coach Lane Kiffin, who he likes as well.

“He’s good [Lane Kiffin]. His personality when you get to know

him is very good. He’s very funny, he has a nice sense of humor,” Hawkins said.

At the time of this interview Hawkins was enjoying his Christmas break after an all-star tournament in Fresno, California. He started USC classes on January 14.

Cucamonga Canyon Remains Popular

Graduating early from high school was one perk for Rancho Cucamonga High School senior Chris Hawkins, who spent his last day as a high school senior in late December. Come January he enrolled at USC to begin his college life on a football scholarship after being a standout defensive back in high school.

“I had 30 something offers that I considered,” Hawkins said. “I heavily considered Notre Dame, Stanford and USC. At USC, their academics and football combined, to me, is one of the best there is.”

USC has been a favorite in the family since Hawkins was a little kid and his father would take him to L.A. Coliseum games.

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Hiking is a blast and young people especially have taken notice of the Cucamonga Canyon with one of its amazing features like Sapphire Falls. Unfortunately, with the increased attention there have also come increased problems, like hikers getting lost, vandalism and tres-

passing on private property.

In December, the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin reported on how the city was enforcing parking permits for the canyon entrance. This measure was meant to curb troublemakers, as well as the private property trespassing that was occurring

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Vandalism is also a prevalent problem. One visible example can be seen with the more than sparse tagging on the rocks and boulders bordering the trails. The farther into the hike you go the more prominent the vandalism becomes, especially at Sapphire Falls, which is remotely located.

“I haven’t been there in years, but it’s a beautiful day for a hike,” one bicyclist from Mount Baldy commented.

The winter weather has limited the number of hikers, but on New Year’s Eve there were several people enjoying a hike at different times of the day, especially in the afternoon.

Cucamonga Canyon has become a hotspot for summer activity and is still a favorite place for winter time activity, despite the very cold weather.

Just remember, if you are going to Sapphire Falls, take the first left that descends into the canyon two miles into the hike and then go east of the campsite area, about a half-mile over stream crossings and along the many rocks and boulders.

At the end of this hike, you will be greeted with the beautiful sites of Sapphire Falls. Also, if you park close to the service road, buy a permit to avoid a possible citation.

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Perfect Attendance has Rewards Students at Los Osos High School will be less likely to give in to colds or take senior ditch days and forfeit a perfect attendance record.

With a perfect attendance record freshman and senior students could win a new car from Mark Christopher Auto Center for its annual “It’s Cool to Stay in School” raffle event.

This is the fifth year the raffle has been conducted by the car dealership. Each year two out of eight schools in the area are selected to enter their students in a drawing for a new Chevrolet Sonic or other prizes that include TVs, laptops, IPODS, IPADS, Visa gift cards, baseball tickets or an XBOX console. This year it is Los Osos and Chaffey High School.

“This definitely more than doubles our perfect attendance rate in the schools that participate,” said Director of Child Welfare and Attendance, Inez Orozco from the Chaffey Joint Union High School District.

She added that Mark Christopher pays for everything including DMV registration and license. The students and families just have to show up to the raffle event at the end of the school year on May 16.

The festivities will also include a DJ and free food. The raffle always has a large turnout because the district also gets other sponsors to help with the event.

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For the students of the two schools that are chosen each year it’s very motivating, even if the students cannot drive yet.

“We’ve had at least three freshmen winners that didn’t drive yet.

But the parents kept the car and waited until they were of age and it was their car.” Orozco said. “We’ve had freshmen win that didn’t have a license, but they have to turn 16 eventually.”

Eight high schools are randomly picked, and then one from the northern and southern area is chosen. Highest rate of perfect attendance is measured among the students within the first month of school. Mark Christopher constantly reminds the students of what is on-the-line at the end of the year by actually bringing a car to show off at every major school event.

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MEDICAL cORNER February is National Heart Month!

Now’s the Time to Get Heart Smart.

National Heart Month is the perfect opportunity to learn more about your own heart health. Many of us have been touched by someone who has had a heart condition, but we often don’t think it will happen to us. While most heart disease develops as we age, sometimes younger people experience heart problems too.

Here is a list of common heart conditions and their symptoms: Coronary Artery Disease Coronary artery disease is caused when arteries become filled with plaque narrowing passageway (atherosclerosis). When this happens, the heart cannot get enough oxygen to function properly. This blockage or narrowing can cause severe problems such heart attacks and stroke.

The blockage may occur gradually or abruptly.

Symptoms include: • chest pain, tightness, or heavi ness (angina) is the most com monly recognized symptom, although it is occasionally mis taken for heartburn • irregular or rapid heartbeat • dizziness • nausea • sweating • shortness of breath Valve Disease In valve disease, one of the valves of your heart fail to function properly.

This condition usually happens as we age. Our heart valves are like doors that continuously open and shut to allow blood to flow through the chambers and to prevent blood from seeping back into your heart.

When this does not happen effectively, a surgical procedure may be needed to repair or replace the affected valve.

Symptoms include: • shortness of breath • chest discomfort • weakness • dizziness • nausea, sweating • a faster heartbeat Arrhythmia Our hearts typically have a normal rhythm. An abnormal rhythm, or arrhythmia, can cause your heart to speed up or slow down, or to beat irregularly or skip a beat. Arrhythmia may be caused by hypertension, heart disease, smoking, drug abuse, too much caffeine or alcohol. Frequently there is no obvious cause.

Medications also can cause arrhythmia.

Symptoms include: • palpitations (a feeling of skipped heart beats, fluttering or “flipflops,” or feeling that your heart is “running away”) • pounding in your chest • feeling dizzy or light-headed, fainting • shortness of breath • chest discomfort • weakness or fatigue • lightheadedness or loss of con sciousness Congestive Heart Failure Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition in which your body does not get as much blood as needed because your heart is not capable of pumping it. Many times it can occur because of other problems in your body. If, for example, your blood vessels become constricted, your heart will beat harder to get blood through them. This is called high blood pressure and often develops as people get older. Other potential causes of CHF include valve disease and coro-

nary artery disease. In these conditions, the heart becomes weak from overworking.

Symptoms: • shortness of breath during or after activity • swelling of the legs, knees, ankles, or feet • general fatigue, fainting, abnormal heart rhythms.

Heart conditions should be taken seriously. If you have any of these symptoms, make an appointment with your physician for an examination. If you think the symptoms could be that of a heart attack, call 9-1-1 immediately. Early intervention during a heart attack is imperative in saving your heart muscle…and your life.

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Freedom Courtyard

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Beneath a sky that promised a clear and beautiful day along with the snowcapped mountains in view, a long awaited dream to honor veterans, past, present and future was about to become a reality.

Plans to create a monument began nearly two years ago and would become known as the Freedom Courtyard. The official motto of the Courtyard is “Honoring Veterans…Past, Present & Future.”

The Courtyard features five granite pillars with the emblem of the five branches of the nation’s military with a water fountain in the center, a memory box where people can write their messages to loved ones and a flag retirement urn.

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, the first arrivals were Rancho Cucamonga staff members and the many volunteers from various community organizations, public schools and veterans groups. From that point on people began to arrive and by10 a.m., when the event officially began, the crowd had swelled to hundreds of people of all ages, creeds and backgrounds.

Chaffey High School ROTC Color Guard performs the Presentation of Colors during the Freedom Courtyard Dedication Ceremony in Rancho Cucamonga at Central Park.

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Fundraiser Chair Dianna L. Lee with Mayor L. Dennis Michael

The air was charged with anticipation as the audience took their seats and music from the Los Osos High School Band pierced the air as the Chaffey High School ROTC Color Guard marched in with flags held high with the Presentation of Colors. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 8680. At this point a somber mood settled upon the audience.

Rancho Cucamonga Mayor L. Dennis Michael welcomed everyone and then told a personal family story about his parents, Lloyd and Marian, who were present at the dedication. During Lloyd’s enlistment he wrote love letters to his wife and she in turn wrote back to him.

The more than 250 combined love letters were stored in a trunk, but the trunk was stolen with the letters within. The family thought the letters were lost forever. They were surprised, shocked and grateful when more than 40 years later, a Good Samaritan found and returned the letters to the family at the end of 2012.

Letters, for most military members and loved ones, are the only means of

Mayor L. Dennis Michael remembers his early memories of his pa sharing letters from home

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communication when they are separated by thousands of miles. This is why those planning the Courtyard wanted a monument to convey this idea.

A replica of the poignant sculpture, “Letters From Home,” by Timothy P. Schmalz, was incorporated into the design of the Courtyard to honor the courage of those past, present and future military members and those waiting at home. The double-sided bronze sculpture stands seven feet tall. On one side is an American Eagle. Above the eagle’s head is a soldier portrayed in a resting position writing a letter. Above the soldier’s head is a window representing the flow of letters between the soldier and the loved ones at home. When one looks on the opposite side of the sculpture one will see an angel holding a candle. Above the angel’s head is a woman sitting below the same window reading the letter the soldier has sent. This sculpture alone is worth the time to go to the Freedom Court and meditate on its significance.

In addition to Mayor Michael, all City Council members were present.

Councilman Marc Steinorth shared

that he purchased three commemorative bricks to honor his father Jeff, U.S. Air Force (1969-1989), his grandfather Edgar, Army Merchant Marines (WWII), and a third brick to honor the family’s generational military service going back to Valley Forge.

Steinorth’s and the Mayor’s story are only two examples of the many stories of ordinary citizens that attended the historical event. Most everyone had a story to tell, but one proud family that stands out is that of Elias “Leo” Asebedo, U.S. Army, Second Infantry (1942-1945.) His grandson Ceasar Asebedo stood among the crowd proudly holding a shadowbox frame of a WWII era cloth banner imprinted with “Leo’s” military picture, which during the War was hung in the window of the family’s home, as was the custom. Although Ceasar was only 8-years-old when his grandfather died in 1987, his mother (daughter of “Leo”) passed on to her own son the honor and respect due “Leo.” Three generations of the Asebedo family attended the event.

The ceremony progressed with the raising of the flags of the five branches of

the military. Each branch: United States Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard were represented by an enlisted member who recited its motto. A lone trumpet medley of military songs followed and one could see that the audience was moved. Following this, six white doves were released one at a time from a white wicker basket as six personal stories were told of individuals and their reasons for donating some of the needed funds to make the Freedom Courtyard a reality.

Some of the music participants were Playschool Children’s Choir, Los Oso’s High School Band and its Wind Ensemble, and a traditional bag pipes and drums group, the San Bernardino County & City Professional Firefighters Local 935. As staff members cleared the path, the pipes and drums musicians marched in formation along the western perimeter of the audience. Onlookers showed their approval with smiles and applause.

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Ceasar Asebedo proud grandson of U.S. Army, Second Infantry (1942-1945) Elias “Leo” Asebedo

Ceasar Asebedo leans over his grandfather’s commerative brick

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909: What made you fall in love with him?

and my wife was ecstatic. This was back 10-11 years ago.

909: Tell us one thing your wife does that annoys you?

Jason: Ha ha…..This is actually a positive thing, except when my favorite sports teams are on TV. It annoys me when she wants to take care of the “to do list” before sitting and enjoying a game.

909: Tell us one thing your husband does that annoys you?

Christine: His sense of humor attracted me to him and he has the same passions for family and enjoying quality time with one another.

Christine: Hee…Hee...It goes hand and hand with Jason’s response above. It annoys me when he is okay with waiting to do the “to do list” in order to watch a sports game first.

909: What is your most fun/memorable Valentine’s Day?

909: What do you two do for a living?

Jason: I filled up our condo in Upland with balloons and flowers

Christine I have been employed with Nestle for 18 years. I am cur-

rently in the Beverage Division in Glendale, in the Deployment Coordinator position.

Jason: I have been in the Financial Advisory industry for over 12 years.

I am a Certified Financial Planner.

I am currently the Branch Manager of my own practice with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member, in Upland.

whether it’s swimming in summer time, reading together on the weekends in the morning, or cooking breakfast or dinner with daddy when we put the chef’s hats on.

The kids are surrounded by love.

They see grandma every day and nana and papa every weekend. We all live very close to one another. Also, their aunt, uncles, and niece, are very close as well.

909: Do you think your job is challenging?

909: What do you guys like to do together?

Christine: Very challenging.

I have to coordinate product from different distribution centers to make sure we can fill trucks delivering to numerous retail locations across the country. It takes a lot of time and creativity to make sure our customers receive their orders.

The Sgrignoli’s: Almost everything!

We love spending time with each other every day. We have a great passion of doing as many things together as possible, Disneyland, dude ranch, Hawaii, Caribbean, Palm Springs, etc. We do all these things with family and friends as many times as we can.

In between our great adventures, the kids try to stay active in sports, Girl Scouts, dance, drama, and reading together.

Jason: Yes, very challenging and very rewarding. I love staying in touch with the numerous advances and changes in financial planning, the economy, and how Wall Street reacts to current events. The consultative nature of this business is also a great passion of mine.

909: Tell us a little bit about your family?

Christine: We have been married for nearly 12 years and have been raising our family for the last 10.

We have two wonderful pets, Ms. Delilah Bell (10 yr. old black Lab) and Charlotte (2yr. old Black Tabby Cat). We have a great passion of enjoying one another’s company,

909: How did the kids affect your life when they were born?

The Sgrignoli’s: Absolutely the best days of our lives. It has given us more love to fill the household with. It also gave us an excuse to act like children ourselves when we all play together and vacation.

909: Tell us something unique or special about your kids?

The Sgrignoli’s: Very loving children. They are both enthusiastic

about getting involved with charitable organizations with mommy and daddy. Both Chiara and Gianna are very involved in their school work. Chiara is in the GATE program in school, and it is Gianna’s goal to be involved in it in the future as well.

For the kids: 909: Tell us something your parents do, that annoys you?

The Kids: We do not like it when they take away our things if we are in trouble.

909: If you could move anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Chiara: I would love to live in Colorado at the dude ranch we went on vacation, in order to be with the horses. Gianna: I would love to live in Paris so I can go sightseeing.

(Christine: looks like another vacation plan is upon us) 909: Do you guys like our magazine?

The Sgrignoli’s: Absolutely. We read the magazine every time we receive it. It is a wonderful way to keep up with the community.

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insignias and some of the locales of service in which they served such as Korea and Viet Nam. Many were from various veterans’ groups. Last but not least were the Gold and Blue Star families. In dedication to these families two pillars flank each side of the Courtyard. One pillar reads, “ALL GAVE SOME” written in blue lettering honoring families with current enlisted members and the second pillar reads, “SOME GAVE ALL” written in gold lettering honoring families who lost a family member in action.

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In an effort to provide its readers with an accessible avenue to general legal information, 909 Magazine has decided to provide a great service by offering you lively legal discussions, views and information on important legal issues. I am happy and excited that 909 Magazine chose me for this job and I would like to introduce my new legal column, “Law Talk.”

The law is complex and has many twists and turns that takes the average individual years of schooling and practice to understand. The untrained person can easily get confused and frustrated trying to understand the maze of our judicial system, and the application and interrelation of many civil, criminal and many other areas of the law affecting our daily lives today.

Starting with next month’s Issue of the Magazine, my column will bring you legal news and updates on many interesting laws and legal decisions in a reader friendly language. Instead of focusing on complex legal matters, it is my intent to provide you with useful information and a general overview of the problem, as well as offering you reasonable and cost effective choices for handling them. My main focus is to offer you help with typical disputes that are almost inevitable in one’s personal or professional life, and therefore most important to 909 Readers.

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Head Games

By Matt Bustos

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2012 has come and gone. With the New Year comes the inevitable end of football season. High school, college and pro players alike are putting their pads and helmets away either to be re-used or replaced in the summer in preparation for a new season. But, while the helmet sits there, it tells a story. Every scratch, every missing chip of paint is in itself a story. Stories of goal line stands, read options and cheering fans. But while the helmet sits, it also tells a much larger story. A story of the young man wearing it into battle day after day and what can happen to him after the final whistle blows.

There has been a fair amount of press concerning head injuries within the last year in the NFL. Former USC and San Diego Chargers linebacker Junior Seau was found dead in his home in Oceanside on May 2, from a gunshot wound to the chest.

On January 9, it was revealed that Seau in fact suffered from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE. The Seau family donated Junior’s brain to the National Institutes of Health after his death so that any possible brain issues could be diagnosed. CTE is the result of repeated traumatic brain injury and can cause impaired judgment, impulse control problems, poor decision-making, mood swings and depression. CTE can only be diagnosed through the use of a microscopic analysis postmortem, so a person can live their life with the condition and not be aware they have it. Seau’s family revealed in an interview that they had witnessed the former NFL star go through a personality change during the final years of his life. They noticed changes in his decision-making and

increase in his temper, both of which are known symptoms of CTE. There has been a backlash from former players towards the NFL with regards to player safety. Nearly 4,000 former players have joined in a class action suit against the NFL. The players claim that they were given inaccurate information concerning head injuries and the long-term health problems associated with head injuries. However, while many players are joined together against the NFL, studies have shown that not every player is equally exposed to head injury.

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as improved designs for helmets in the future.

The increasing trend of current and former NFL players committing suicide is no doubt a disturbing one. Former Falcons defensive back Ray Easterling committed suicide on April 19 of last year and was, like Seau, diagnosed with CTE. Two current NFL players, O.J Murdock and Javon Belcher, committed suicide within the last calendar year, although no evidence of CTE has been made public. Kansas City Chief Belcher, with a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit for the state of Missouri, allegedly shot and killed

men, both offensive and defensive, as well as linebackers experience more head impacts on average than other positions in the game. In these studies, players are outfitted with sensors located within the helmet that send data back to a computer with regards to the frequency and force of significant head impacts.

Data is collected throughout an entire season as practices and games are monitored to visually verify every impact. This data will hopefully allow a baseline reading of head impacts and allow for further research as well

his girlfriend in front of their infant daughter and then committed suicide later at the team practice facility.

There is a higher percentage of suicide in current and former NFL players than in the general population, so assuming these tragic incidents are within the statistical probability of the general population would be rather inaccurate.

NFL players experience significant impacts on seemingly a playby-play basis. In high school and college football, while there is no doubt a significant amount of head trauma,

the bone-rattling impact professional players experience throughout the season no doubt result in increased risk for head injuries. But while many players know the risks and continue to play, others choose to take a different route.

Patrick Larimore played linebacker at Hall High School in Santa Clarita, California. His high school accomplishments were impressive enough to earn him a scholarship to UCLA. Heading into his senior season, Larimore seemingly had the world on a string. One of the leaders of UCLA’s defense and a team captain in 2011, Larimore was preparing for a senior year that he no doubt hoped would result in him being selected in the NFL Draft. After an impressive 81 tackles and a team MVP award his junior year, he was anticipating a solid season with new head coach and former NFL coach Jim Mora. As the Bruins began preparation for the 2012 season at Cal State San Bernardino, Larimore suffered a concussion during a team practice, his 2nd in 4 months to go along with several he had already suffered in high school and college. After discussing the situation with his family, Patrick decided to walk away from the game he loved so dearly in order to prevent further damage. That decision was no doubt a tough one for a young man who seemingly had a bright future.

With the issue of player safety in the forefront of the football discussion, changes are being discussed to increase player safety.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has taken under consideration the notion of eliminating kickoffs from NFL games in order to increase

player safety. Many injuries do occur during kickoffs as the players on the kicking team have much more time and space to accelerate towards the ball carrier. Many current and former players are resistant to the idea as many players earn a living on special teams. Another suggestion for eliminating many hard hits has come from one of the best players in NFL history. Hall of Fame tight end Mike Ditka has suggested removing the facemask from the helmet will decrease violent hits to a certain degree, saying that players are much less likely to use their head as a weapon if they do not have the benefit of a facemask.

There are arguments on many sides of this issue and what should be done. Some are saying that networks such as ESPN glorify big hits and in return give players incentives for those hits. Others think that the rules should be changed.

Legendary coach Vince Lombardi once said, “Football is not a contact game.

Dancing is a contact game. Football is a collision game.�

Taking hitting out of football

would cause a fundamental change in the way the game is played, an idea that many in the sport are resistant of. But the truth is that players will play if they want it bad enough.

Football is a great sport and should be enjoyed. What needs to change is the information available to players, coaches and parents. More studies must be done in order to ensure that when a player puts on his helmet and pads, he knows exactly what he is signing up for. Let him know the likelihood of sustaining a concussion and what concussions do to a person over the long run. Give the player all of the information available so they can make an infor med decision whether or not to play t h e game that so many love.

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RC Community Yard Sale Date: Feb. 2, 2013 Time: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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Then join the RC Community Yard Sale where you can sell all your items at one convenient location.

Sell your books, clothes, sporting goods, office equipment, furniture, and more! Have nothing to sell?

Well then come to shop and see what others have to sell. Located at 9791 Arrow Route, the RC Community Yard Sale is something you don’t want to miss out on! For more information call (909) 477-2781.

Aladdin’s Luck Date: Feb. 2, 3, 9, 10, 2013 Times: 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. (Check Web site for details) Location: Victoria Gardens Cultural Center Cost: General - $16, Senior/Youth - $14

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Bring the whole family to the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center to enjoy the west coast premiere of “Aladdin’s Luck.” When the street dweller Aladdin falls for Princess Leilah, he begins his search for riches but comes across nothing more than an old lamp. Little did he know that it would contain a powerful genie that helps him in his journey to gain Leilah’s hand in marriage. Now he must do whatever it takes to gain

Leilah’s affection, even if that means going back to being a street dweller.

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RC Animal Center Open House Date: Feb. 13, 2013 Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Location: Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center will be opening its doors for all to enjoy refreshments and tours of the facilities. There will also be a special raffle for a woman’s elegant ring. This is surely a must attend event, as the public will be able to see how committed the Rancho Cucamonga Animal services staff is in its effort to provide animals with a safer environment.

Harlem Globetrotters Date: Feb. 18, 2013 Time: 2 p.m.

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Join the Harlem Globetrotters in their 2013 presentation of “You Write the Rules.” This event takes fan participation into a whole new level, as fans are called to decide the rules of the game. You can vote for your favorite, crazy rule at the Harlem Globetrotters website and the winning rule will be implemented into the game. There will be before and after events in which you can interact with the Globetrotters themselves. This unique event will surely be something you do not want to miss out on! For more information on the event and ticket prices, visit cbbankarena.com.

Rock & Worship Road Show An Evening with Ottmar Liebert Date: Feb. 16, 2013 Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Lewis Family Playhouse Cost: Prices vary – check Web site for details Flamenco guitarist, Ottmar Liebert, and his band Luna Negra perform in a one night only concert at the Lewis Family Playhouse. With over 20 years’ experience as an instrumental artist, Liebert comes to display his harmonious music to his audience. For more information regarding the event, visit the Lewis Family Playhouse website.

Date: Feb. 24, 2013 Time: 7 p.m.

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Location: Citizens Bank Arena Cost: $10 at the door (parking is $10) Come to Citizens Bank Arena on Feb. 24 to enjoy the sounds of Christian Rock. Be entertained by popular Christian artists such as Tedashii, Jeremy Camp, MercyMe, and many more. Tickets are not required to attend, only a $10 fee which is paid at the door. Become a VIP and receive free and early entry plus more! For more information on how to become a VIP, visit therockandworshiproadshow.com. For more

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The Outsiders Date: Feb. 7, 8, and 10, 2013 Time: Feb. 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 10 at 2 p.m.

Location: 850 N. San Antonio Ave. Cost: $8 General Admission, $7 w/ ASB card and for children under 12 The Upland High School Theatre Department and the Highlander Auditorium present S.E. Hinton’s, “The Outsiders,” adapted by Christopher Sergel. The Outsiders is the tale of a 14-year-old boy named Ponyboy Curtis and his struggles in determining his actions in a society which sees him as an outcast. Everyone, young and old is welcomed to enjoy this unique presentation.

L.A. Opera Presents: The Flying Dutchman Date: Feb. 9, 2013 Time: 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Carnegie Cultural Center Cost: Free Coinciding with the L.A. Opera’s production of The Flying Dutchman from March 9-30, the LA Opera will be giving an insightful talk and summary at the Upland Public Library on February 9. Hosted by Norm Cadman, who will discuss the history, fine arts, and philosophy of the opera, as well as presenting the audience with critical moments within the story. This surely is an event that you would not want to miss! For more information about this event,

please contact the Upland Public Library at (909) 931-4205.

Valentine’s Day Teen Ice Cream Social Date: Feb. 14, 2013 (registration begins February 7) Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Upland Public Library In celebration of Valentine’s Day and Upland Public Library’s centennial, the Library will be open to all teens 7th grade and up who want to enjoy the tastiness of ice cream and the company of their peers. Hang out, enjoy music, have some treats, and most of all, have fun! It’s not every year the Upland Library gets to celebrate its centennial, so take advantage of this teen social gathering while you can.

I Heart U Date: Feb. 15, 2013 Time: 3 p.m.

Location: George M. Gibson Senior Center Cost: $2 per person In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the George M. Gibson Senior Center will be hosting an event in which seniors are welcome to enjoy some delicious treats and enjoy some fantastic entertainment. Make new friends, be entertained, and most importantly, enjoy!

2013 Leadership Academy – Empowering Our Community Date: March 1 to June 27, 2013 (Registration due by Feb. 15)

Cost: $199 per person (18+ years old) The Upland Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an exciting program which includes a one day retreat.

“This program gives you the opportunity to meet and work with successful leaders and volunteers.

Your involvement in this program will enable you to be a more effective participant in the civic life of the Upland community.” (Quoted from the Chamber’s website) The fee includes the total program which runs from March 1 to June 27 culminating with a graduation ceremony. For more information contact the Upland Chamber of Commerce at (909) 204-4465 or email realpeople@uplandchamber.org

A Romantic Valentine’s Event at La Villa Bella Date: Feb. 14, 2013 Time: 7 p.m.

Location: 792 W. Arrow Hwy. Cost: $225 per couple Enjoy a wonderful evening of dinner and dancing with your special someone at our beautiful historic venue at La Villa Bella San Antonio! Choose from filet mignon, herbed stuff chicken breast or eggplant manicotti.

Each couple will receive a personal floral arrangement, a portrait and a box of chocolates to take home! For more information call 909-263-1641 or visit LaVillaBellaSanAntonio.com Editor’s note: Sometimes events cancel without us knowing about it. Please call to confirm all events listed above before going to the venue.

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