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Redlands CVP hosts free fingerprinting for children safety
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Children were brought up to hold a boa constrictor as part of the free shows presented by the Smiley Library through its summer reading program.
Kelleigh Bannen to perform at inaugural Brew Fest at the National Orange Show A20
took over the annual summer read- It was a hands-on animal display ing program hosted by A.K. presented by The Wildlife Smiley Public Library . Company as part of the programs t was standing room only at the Contemporary Club in But the event wasn’t a stampede Reading, cont. on next pg. Redlands Tuesday as animals or swarm of any sorts.
By Yazmin Alvarez
Redlands police get rolling on bike patrols
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Officer Jaimeson Liu, left, rides down a flight of stairs at the University of Redlands with certifying instructor Officer Brad Grantz recently.
By Yazmin Alvarez
Police Redlands he Department has ramped up patrols hitting the streets in pairs and on two wheels,
The bicycle patrols supplement expanding its bike patrol unit. The patrol method will allow regular patrols and are focused priofficers to move around the area marily in an area between Pearl quietly, as well as allow them Avenue on the north and Olive more freedom to move around Patrols, cont. on next pg. during large events.
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ne evening a month, volunteers will staff a booth at the Thursday night market on State Street fingerprinting children to give families a record that can be used in case of emergencies. The service is free and available to anyone with children. Once the child is fingerprinted, the card will be given to the child’s parents or guardian. Redlands Police will not keep any records on file. Parents are encouraged to attach a current photo of their child and a lock of hair and to keep the card handy in the event of an emergency. Child fingerprints aid police in reuniting children with their families in the event they become separated by a natural disaster, accident or crime. CVP members perform a wide range of duties for the department including vacation house checks, investigations, data entry, evidence handling and management, parking control, traffic and pedestrian control for traffic accidents, fire scenes and special events, animal control assistance, neighborhood watch programs and many other non-hazardous duties. In addition to the monthly Market Night child fingerprinting, CVP members will continue to offer the service at special events, including bicycle rodeos and annual events such as the Back 2 School Jam and Holiday Community Block Party. Market Night is held every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. on State Street in downtown Redlands. The CVP fingerprinting booth will be available July 19 and monthly after that.
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Wildlife educator Ryane Parkins holds a boa constrictor, giving kids a chance to get up close to the snake.
Ryane Parkins, wildlife educator, shows Cpt. Crunch, an American alligator to the crowd.
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free presentation series held Tuesday from 1-1:45 p.m. at the Club. Hundreds of children and their parents were taken on an excursion around the world learning about wild animals and their natural habitats. Brought out for the show was a red Argentine Tegu, Fiona the fennec fox, a kinkajou, an American
Alligator by the name of Cpt. Crunch, an African pygmy hedgehog and a crowd-gasping star of the show, Jasmin, a boa constrictor. Children were brought up stage to hold the boa and the up-close encounter wowed the audience. The Summer Reading Program, which features a reading challenge and weekly shows, is in its third year and aims to keep young minds active during the summer months,
said Pamela Bunch, youth services librarian at Smiley Library. While the program launched June 24, there is still time to join in on this year’s readings, Bunch said. The program is designed for children ages 4-12 and runs through Aug. 5. A reading program just for teenagers, ages 13 and up, is also available. All shows are held at the Contem-
porary Club, 173 S. Eureka St. Next week’s show brings Cowboy Ken to the Club where he’ll entertain the crowd with comedy and singing. Upcoming shows are July 22 featuring David Cousin and his juggling, July 29 featuring Rebecca Martin the Bubble Chef and on the grand finale on Aug. 5 with One World Rhythm. The full schedule is available on-
line at www.akspl.org/kids/ and at the Young Readers' Room.
Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.
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Damien Roces, 4, pets a red Argentine Tegu.
Below, Fiona the Fennec Fox makes her crowd debut.
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Along with instructor Officer Brad Grantz, left, newly certified members of the RPD Bicycle Patrol include Officers Ryan Steinhaus, Kelly Bishop, Jaimeson Liu and Lalit Bali. A total of 11 RPD officers are currently certified for the unit. Patrols, cont. from front
Avenue on the south; Eureka Street on the west and Sixth Street on the east. Being on bikes allows officers to better build relationships with people and businesses since (officers) are more accessible, said Sgt. Ken Wright, who supervises the unit. Among its duties, the unit proactively addresses downtown issues, such as loitering and public drinking. Having officers on bicycles allows for additional enforcement in ways a traditional patrol car can’t provide. The benefits of having a bike patrol, as opposed to vehicles, is the ability for officers to approach
silently, whereas a car would make more noise and headlights would alert anyone breaking the law as officers approach, Wright said. While only 11 officers patrol the streets on two wheels, the unit is making its presence known this summer, and Wright said there’s been a positive difference in the downtown area. “There’s been less complaints and plenty of positive comments from citizens in seeing the officers.” That versatility is part of the training to become certified as a bicycle officer, developing riding skills specific to law enforcement needs. The certification course involves up to 40 hours of physical training, health and nutrition information
and tactical skills, such as riding up and down stairs, cone patterns and crowd control. Periodic eight-hour refresher courses are also part of the certification. The overall goal of the bike patrols is to make the community feel safe, Wright added. “We’re taking the steps for that by proactively trying to prevent criminal activity.” Future plans are to expand the unit into residential areas, Wright said. “For now, we will go where we are needed.”
Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.
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Words to Think About: Cultural influences
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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.
he history of our country has been the recipient of influences from many cultures. For examples: the influence
of Native Americans for sure. Certainly the impact of slavery has impacted our history. The Pilgrims originated in England. But back before any of these are the ancients: Greeks, Egyptians, Persians and Hebrews. The Greeks gave us the word “democracy.” But the Jews gave us the concept that “no one has the right to make another his slave.” The answer to Cain’s question regarding the murder of his brother Abel, “am I my brother’s keeper,” is “YES” we are. Our nation is a Republic. There are three bits of Jewish thought that I wish to share with you. The first is a physiological word that has an allegorical meaning. The word is “philtrum.” The dictionary defines it as, “The vertical groove on the upper lip.” A Jewish fable attaches an interesting story to its existence. Everyone has one. The story goes that before birth, every baby has an existence in heaven. Right before birth, an angel touches the upper lip making an indentation. This
causes an absence of memory so that the child will never remember what heaven is like. A corollary to the memory is the philtrum reminds us that all of us are God’s children. We are the recipients of His love. Then at our death, the philtrum is removed and our memory of heaven returns. This fable or myth parallels others found in Scripture. A basic truth is projected often of the sacredness of all of life. It is a cardinal belief in all of Jewish history. Second is the love and mercy of Jehovah. David, the Psalmist, captures this idea in the 51st Psalm. God’s mercy is as far as the East is from the West. A third fundamental belief is that God provides each of us with the power of choice. This is revealed in the Garden of Eden story which depicts Adam and Eve as having the power of choice. Decisions determine our destiny. That which is unique to humans and motivates is our potential to choose. The next Jewish legend that has
Black Rose, Humanitarian Of The Year And Community Service Awards Banquet
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Honoring some of the unsung heroes who have worked diligently to improve the lives of others throughout the Inland Empire, The Black Cultural Foundation awarded the 2011 Black Rose Award to the following award community advocates: (back row left to right) Juanita Dawson, James Butts, Jimmie Brown, Herb English Jr., John Futch, Mark Campbell, Vicki Lee, Carl Dameron, Timothy Evans from The Unforgettables Foundation, Dr. Queen Hamilton, (left to right front row) Geraldine Reaves, Jennifer Vaughn-Blakely and Dr. Harold Cebrun. Photo by Chris Sloan.
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he San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation, Inc. will be celebrating its 25th Annual Black Rose, Humanitarian of the Year and Community Service Awards Banquet on Friday, September 12, 2014, at the National Orange Show in San Bernardino. This is a community event in which individuals and/or businesses of the community are recognized by their peers and the community for giving back beyond what could be expected as
well as serving as a fundraising event to help provide scholarships for students who live in San Bernardino and Highland and attend San Bernardino City Schools, Aquinas, and Loma Linda Academy. Applications are now being accepted for potential nominations. If you know someone or a business deserving to be recognized as an unsung hero for volunteer efforts over and above job related activities, please take the time to complete an application which can
be downloaded at www.sbbcfoundation.org or by email marrobhill@aol.com or Troy Ingram at unicorncol@sbcglobal.net. THE DEADLINE DATE FOR SUBMITTING NOMINATIONS IS JULY 31, 2014. Application can be submitted via email to marrobhill@aol.com, unicorncol@sbcglobal.net or mailed to: The San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation, Inc. P. O. Box 7288 San Bernardino, CA 92411
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a strong moral ideal is what happens to us after life ceases. As the legend goes, all humanity is seated at a sumptuous banquet. Food galore. Appetizing as can be. Appetites are stimulated and hunger pangs are wild. However, there is a problem. Silverware is plentiful; napkins are available. But everyone’s arms are extended straight and stiff ahead like boards. The solution is simple. But selfcentered people or the selfish don’t get it. The answer is the parable of the Good Samaritan, loving your neighbor as yourself. It’s forgetting about the restrictions each person has and feeding the person across the table. The fable truth becomes clear. As each one feeds another they are able to enter paradise. The next legend is meaningful to all who are aware of the passing years. When each of us stands before God, He doesn’t ask if we lived for others or if we followed the Ten Commandments. The only question asked of us is, “What did you do with the talents
I gave you?” Years ago there was a coffee commercial that captured our attention. “Maxwell House coffee is good to the last drop. And that drop is good also.” That applies to our lives as well. Stella and I were having lunch with a mutual friend. She had recently celebrated her 91st birthday. She is extremely talented. She is an excellent writer and an outstanding painter. We have two of her paintings in our home. In the course of our conversation I asked her if she still painted and was writing. She surprised me by saying she didn’t have the energy. I responded by telling her the Jewish legend about God and our talents. I also reminded her that “doing is energizing.” Talent is not dependent on age. Maya Angelou is a good example. She was lecturing and writing to her last breath. Talent is not limited to writing or painting. Singing, running, comedy, cooking, helping others, mechanics, playing an instrument, gardening, teaching, on and on. Until our last breath. Amen Selah. So be it.
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he state recently passed the 2014-2015 budget and it appears that the state is reinvesting in education. The Office of Governmental Affairs for the Community College League of California see it as a "positive" budget for community college districts. It funds a 2.75 enrollment growth (although the need is much higher) almost eliminates cash deferrals( some funds owed to the districts will still have to be carried on the books), invests in student success (details on how the distribution of funds will be determined are not clear), funds instructional equipment or scheduled maintenance, and provides resources to implement student equity plans ( each college will analyze achievement gaps among different socio-economic groups and propose solutions).
There are 72 districts in the state and a total 112 colleges, the formula that will be used to distribute funding in some categories has not been determined. One of the areas targeted in the 2015-16 budget is enrollment growth which is severely needed since there was an enrollment drop of 588,000 in the community college students between 2008-09 and 2012-13. Hopefully the new funding formula will include such factors as unemployment and poverty rates, number of low-income students, and the educational attainment level of the district. If these factors are among those considered in the funding formula, the Inland Empire is a prime candidate for good portion
On July 2, 1964 the landmark civil rights legislation was enacted by the 88th United States Congress and signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It ended unequal application of voter registration requirements and racial segregation in schools, at the workplace and by facilities that serve the general public. This month as we commemorate the 50th Anniversary let us not forget the work and sacrifice by the civil rights leaders, activists, and community leaders throughout the country. The legislation has been expanded to include equal opportunities in education and the workplace, its must be taken for granted. Free Summer Activities:
July 11 to August 22 - the Redlands Community Music Association presents the Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival 2014. Performances are on Tuesday & Friday evenings and selected Saturdays beginning at 8:15 p.m. This is America's oldest continuously running summer music festival with no admission charge. Also available are Children's Summer Music Festival Workshops for concert schedule and workshop information visit www. redlandsbowl.org or call the Bowl office 909.793.7316
Friday, July 11 - Crafton Hills College present a celebration ceremony to mark the 10 year anniversary of the 2004 Olympic Trials pool, the unveiling of the Official Record Board sponsored by the City of Yucaipa and the grand opening of the new Kinesiology, Health, and Aquatics complex. Olympians Gary Hall Jr., Mark Gangloff, and Kara Lynn Joyce will join the festivities that start at 5 p.m. For information visit www.craftonhills.edu/aquaticscelebration
Thursday, July 17 - Pfau library at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) presents a free movie screening of Rio 2 on the library lawn at 8:30 p.m. Free parking in lot D. For information on the summer free movies schedule, call Iwona Contreras at 909.537.3447
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Thursday, July 17 - the San Bernardino Symphony presents " The Mosaico Music Festival" celebrating the music and cultures of Latin America. This free concert featuring soloists Ana Gonzalez de Jorgenson and Gustavo Hernandez with conductor Frank Fetta will be held at Miller Park from 7 to 9 p.m. For information call 909.349.6978 or visit ARTS.FONTANA.ORG. This is a project of the San Bernardino Symphony, the City of Fontana and the James Irvine Foundation. Save the Date:
Wednesday, August 6 - Hispanic Lifestyle's Business EXPO and Conference at the Ontario Airport Hotel from 8:30 a.m. to 2p.m. This event
will feature a presentation by Latino/Latinas executives of influence and a panel discussion on business matchmaking. It will also highlight Latino businesses that have survived and thrived during the economic downturn. For information on sponsorships and registration call: 951.940.9099
Friday, September 12 - the San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation Inc., presents the 25th Annual Black Rose Banquet at the National Orange Show. Favorite Quote: "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." Benjamin Franklin
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Colton Teachers Endorse School Board Candidates
The Association of Colton Educators (ACE) is pleased to announce the endorsement of three candidates for School Board in the Colton Joint Unified School District. The three candidates receiving this early endorsement are Randall Ceniceros, Pilar Tabera, and Joanne Thoring-Ojeda.
CJUSD teacher and ACE member David Johnson was in charge of the candidate interviews and described the goal of ACE in selecting candidates for the School Board: “Our main objective is to
get community members on the CJUSD School Board who will work with teachers to help the students of our community succeed. We feel these three candidates have that drive and capability, and we are proud to give them our endorsements. We know they will be dedicated to the students of our District!”
The School Board elections will be on November 4, 2014, and the Association has already started working with the three candidates to support successful campaigns.
Those interested in the campaigns can contact ACE for information or contact the three candidates directly.
ACE represents the over 1100 teachers in the greater Colton area school district which serves students from Colton, Grand Terrace, Bloomington, and parts of Loma Linda, Fontana, and Rialto.
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Actions put citizens, migrants in harm’s way
Something in Murrieta stinks, and it’s the ideological base of its Both officials, before taking their leadership. positions, took an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution, not to parse After some investigation it is dis- it based on their interpretation or closed the leak in information re- ideological beliefs. Their actions garding the busing of put countless of citizens in harm’s undocumented children comes way, and children in an unneeded from within the Customs and Bor- and senseless crossfire. der Patrol, presumably from the area office, to a Murrieta council We just celebrated the annivermember. If the information proves sary of the independence of our to be true, then the elected official country. Part of what should be should lose her post and the agent celebrated is the fact we are a nahis job. tion of laws, of due process, and
justice that is “blind.” The actions of these two, and all those involved with them, is likened to the lynch mobs of the “Old South.” We cannot preach about “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” while we allow elected officials, law enforcement, and random “racially tinged” citizenry to act as judge and jury. Carlos Bravo Fontana
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As usual, the leftist media can only move public opinion by obfuscation, and leaving out a few salient facts in the debate.
Take the Supreme Court decision to exempt closely held corporations from the mandate to provide all 20 forms of birth control to employees for free. To listen to the media, women are being denied “health care.” But birth control
pills are cheap and available to anyone who wants to pay for them. No one is being “stopped” from having anything. Sixteen of the twenty are offered in the employer’s plan. The objection was to the four “morning after” pills, very offensive to people who object to abortion. Carol Houghton, Chino
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Inland Empire organizers aim to provide support, aid to undocumented refugees
tine” done to those who have icans.” passed through the U.S. success- A U.S. Border Patrol representafully. tive confirmed to the Daily News Jackie De Paz, a student at River- that further demonstrations may side Community College, believes result in the arrest of individuals the immigration issue transcends who block the route of incoming into a bigger issue. She explained federal busses. that some pro-immigration "Should protestors block entry or demonstrators who wear Mexican exits to CBP property, local law memorabilia and wave Mexican enforcement will be called to reflags are only adding to the confu- spond," the federal spokesperson sion by expressing the same na- said to the Daily News. tionalism that the anti-immigrant Jennaya Dunlap, a JFIC repredemonstrators are expressing. sentative, said the organization is “Remember that those people on not interested in causing further the busses are Central American, controversy. They only look to not Mexican,” she said. “By hold- provide humanitarian relief. ing/wearing things that insinuate “The message is to welcome COURTESY PHOTO that those people are Mexican, you these refugees to our community are erasing their identity of being and provide the necessary reCentral American… Please keep sources,” she said. “These people Protesters from both sides clash during a demonstration in Murrieta on July 4. that in mind when protesting. Cen- have suffered through traumatic tral Americans don’t need to be experiences and don’t have any reCenter, California Partnership-Inpressing that illegal immigrants By Anthony Victoria land Empire, PACE Perris, and need to “return to Mexico” and further silenced and have their sources. Someone needs to help he immigration debate that other pro-immigration organiza- that there needs to be a “quaran- identities erased by whites or Mex- them.” is ensuing in the American tions to provide what they refer to Southwest was exacer- as “direct humanitarian aid” to imbated in the last week when sev- migrants being released into traneral busses arrived in Murrieta sitional centers across the southwest. with Central American children. While many residents consider According to JFIC, several trantheir arrivals to be a burden on the sitional centers have been estabnation’s economy, others believe lished to make sure mothers and the concern shouldn’t be political young children are in a safe envior economic, but one of humani- ronment during the transition process. The locations of the centarian relief. Several Inland Empire-based ters will not be disclosed to the groups are planning to gather public due to safety concerns. emergency resources and dona- During the Fourth of July weektions to released immigrants dur- end, protesters from both the proing their time of transition. On immigration and anti-immigration Wednesday July 9, a civil action camps were involved in a stand off and candle vigil was held in Muri- that resulted in verbal and physical etta at the Town Square to support attacks. Police had to take swift acthe Central American migrants and tion in order to prevent further alask President Barack Obama to tercations. “Why not have all the oppressed take action. children from Sudan, China, and The Justice for Immigrants Coalition (JFIC) joined fellow or- Ukraine come here as well?” antiganizers and supporters of the In- immigration protester Greg Alliland Empire Rapid Response son asked news agency AFP last COURTESY PHOTO Network, San Bernardino Com- week. munity Services Center, Inc., Other reported insults include Pomona Economic Opportunity anti-immigration protesters ex- A pro-immigration demonstrator expresses her views through signage.
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Colton: First and third Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 650 N. La Cadena Dr. Highland: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 27215 Base Line. No meetings in August. Loma Linda: Second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. (check city Web site as dates are subject to change); 25541 Barton Rd. Redlands: First and third Tuesday, 3 p.m.; 35 Cajon St. Rialto: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 150 S. Palm Ave. San Bernardino: First and third Monday, 3 p.m.; 300 N. “D” St.
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All seniors, couples and singles, welcome at free dance socials. Opportunity to make new friends and remember music of our youth. Joslyn Senior Center: First and second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant St., Redlands (909) 798-7550. Redlands Community Center: Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lugonia Ave., Redlands (909) 7987572. Highland Senior Center: Every fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. Highland Ave., Highland (909) 862-8104.
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more information, please call (909) Waltz lessons will be held begin887-3472. ning Monday, May 5, through June emocratic Lunch- 2 at the Redlands Community Center. The class runs Mondays from eon Club of San 6:45 to 8 p.m. (There will be no Bernardino class on Monday, May 26, due to The Democratic Luncheon Club of the Memorial Day holiday.) RegisSan Bernardino meet at noon on Fri- tration fee is $8 per person for four days at Democratic Headquarters, weeks of lessons. Partners are not 136 Carousel Mall (near the central required. No dance experience is glass elevator) in San Bernardino. necessary. Walk-in registration is For additional information visit available at the Redlands Commuwebsite www.sbdems.com nity Center or register online at Speaker Schedule: www.cityofredlands.org/classes. 7/11 Jesse Sandoval, Fontana City For additional information, please Councilman call instructor Joe Sidor at (909) 7/18 Pete Aguilar, Future Con- 792-6076. All classes are held at the gressman, 31st CD Redlands Community Center 7/25 Sara Garcia, President, Chi- multi-purpose room. cano-Latino Caucus of the Inland Empire
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Some of the guest presenters include: docents from San Bernardino County Museum; Kaylynn and her registered therapy alpaca, Jasper; Wonders of Wildlife with creatures including a python, chinchilla, potbelly pig, lizard, tarantula and opossum; Inland Empire Pet Partners therapy and service dogs, cats and miniature horses; local artist/cartoonist, Darlene Douthit; and Guide Dogs of the Desert. The fee to attend Critter Camp for the week is just $25 per student. To register visit www.hssbv.org, call 909-3807844 or stop by the HSSBV (374 W Orange Show Road, San Bernardino).
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Local ladies win “BIG” at the San Bernardino County Fair
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Members of the San Bernardino Senior Center Crochet class were big winners at the San Bernardino County Fair held May 24-June 1, 2014 in Victorville. The class is under the supervision of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, taught by Eileen Gutierrez. Members include, from left to right, Laura Sahagun, Lucille Valdivia, Eileen Gutierrez, Susie Villegas, Rosalinda Preston, Teresa Ruiz and Shaheen Jamil. Four of the ladies were awarded the “BIG” awards of “Best of Show, Best of Division and 1st prize.”
Fourth of July parade kicks off in Highland
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The Correa Family: Temo (left), Carla (center) with the family dog Macaroni, and Monica (right). By Anthony Victoria
he Chamber of Commerce in the city of Highland organized a Fourth of July family parade that garnered participation from over 611 individuals. Well supported by the community, the small parade was able to get 57 participants for this year’s celebration. Notable participants included San Bernardino City Unified School District board member Abigail Medina, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s department, the American Legion, and the San Bernardino County Fire Department. This year’s grand marshals were: Highland Police captain Rod Torres, Highland Fire Battalion chief Jesse Estrada, San Manuel Fire chief Mike Smith, and San Manuel director of public safety John
Klein. Floats and vehicles ranged from armored SWAT vehicles to fire engines, and participants ranged from boy scouts to “Charros”. Highland Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nanette Peykani said the organization has been hosting parades in the city since the early 1990’s and explained how well supported it is by community members not only in Highland, but in neighboring cities such as San Bernardino, Loma Linda, Redlands, and Yucaipa. “The city has a keen interest in supporting our nation’s democracy and our nation’s holidays and celebrations,” said Peykani. “Every year we put American flags up to celebrate July 4. It’s an important parade for our community.” The Correa Family, who have attended every parade in the last 10 years, believe it is important that
city governments make parades and other family festivities that commemorate independence day a priority. “We’ve been living for ten years and each year it grows more and more,” said Carla Correa. “It’s important because as residents we need to celebrate this nation’s independence.” Her 12-year old daughter concurs. “The event is very nice,” she said. “The parade is the same every year, but I think it is important to celebrate this holiday.” For Peykani, the parade would not be possible without the undivided support from the residents of Highland. “The parade is really about the community,” It’s the community that gets behind it and supports it.” San Bernardino, CA 92411
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Parade floats on Baseline Ave. during the Fourth of July parade in Highland.
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Redlands Citizen Volunteer Patrol offers free child fingerprinting
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parent’s worst nightmare is to lose their child. One of the crucial tools in aiding law enforcement agencies in identifying your child is fingerprinting, which has become more common in recent years. According to the FBI’s National Crime Information Center (NCIC) • 85% to 90% of the 876,213 persons reported missing to America’s law enforcement agencies in 2000 were juveniles (persons under 18 years of age). That means that 2,100 times per day parents or primary care givers felt the disappearance was serious enough to call law enforcement. • 152,265 of the persons reported missing in 2000 was categorized as either endangered or involuntary. • The number of missing persons reported to law enforcement has increased from 154,341 in 1982 to 876,213 in 2000. That is an increase of 468%.
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s of June 29, the San Bernardino City Unified School District has police officers on duty 24 hours a day to keep campuses safe and protect school property. The District Police Department has 18 sworn police officers and 4 sergeants. The department is in the process of hiring additional officers to support increased patrols and combat a rash of thefts. In addition to increasing its presence across District boundaries, the department wants to partner with residents to ensure that campuses remain free of crime. Residents are encouraged to call District Police at (909) 388-6130 or (909) 889-6833 if they see individuals acting suspiciously around school campuses, said Interim Chief Joseph Paulino. “Our main goal is to keep our schools and our students safe and free of crime,” Paulino said. “When we partner with our community, we can go from being a District Police Department with two dozen officers to being a department that has thousands of caring citizens being our eyes and ears.” Paulino, who heads the District’s Safe Schools Task Force, is encouraged by the positive conversations he has had with parents and community leaders who have expressed a willingness to work together to make schools safer. “We are working on developing partnerships and raising awareness,” Paulino said. “We know our residents realize that the future of our community is in the hands of our children and that is why it’s important to keep our schools secure and free of crimes that could deprive our students of the tools they need to succeed.”
The Redlands Police Department is stepping in and offering parents this important tool by providing free child fingerprinting services for children once a month during Market Night beginning on July 17. Volunteers from the RPD Citizen Volunteer Patrol will staff a booth at the Thursday night market on State Street in downtown Redlands to give families a record that can be used in emergencies. This service is available to anyone with children. The RPD will not keep the record on file, rather, once the child is fingerprinted the card will be given to the child’s parent or guardian. Parents are encouraged to attach a current photo of their child and a lock of hair, and to keep the card accessible in case of an emergency. CVP members perform a wide range of duties for the department including vacation house checks, investigations, data entry, evidence
handling and management, parking control, traffic and pedestrian control for traffic accidents, fire scenes and special events, animal control assistance, neighborhood watch programs and many other non-hazardous duties. In addition to the monthly Market Night child fingerprinting, CVP members will continue to offer the service at special events, including bicycle rodeos and annual events such as the Back 2 School Jam and Holiday Community Block Party. “Our volunteers are an integral part of the service the Redlands Police Department provides to the City’s residents,” said Redlands Chief of Police Mark A. Garcia. “This is one more example of the value they add to our department and our community.” Market Night is held each Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. on State Street. The CVP booth will be available July 17 and monthly thereafter.
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The Redlands Police Department Citizen Volunteer Patrol will be offering free child fingerprinting beginning July 17 at Market Night in downtown Redlands, and monthly thereafter. Parents and guardians are encouraged to bring their children to receive this crucial identification tool.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey bringing “Legends” to Ontario
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Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson will lead the quest to discover unimaginable creatures in Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s newest show, “Legends.”
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world of wonder will fill the Citizens Business Bank Arena next week as Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey brings the unbelievable to life with its newest show, “Legends.” Featuring some of the world’s most mythological creatures, such as Pegasus, a unicorn, and bringing to life a majestic woolly mammoth, the traveling company’s 144th spectacular is slated to be the Greatest Show on Earth. Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson, who leads the magic from Los Angeles to Ontario and Anaheim now through Aug. 3, says the show “won’t disappoint.” “Ringling Bros. is artistry. There’s no CGI. We don’t have a director or a screenwriter--we simply entertain,” he said about the
clude the edge-of- your-seat Cossack Riders equestrian stunts; Globe of Steel motorcycle daredevils; Clown Alley and performing pachyderms. To help make this visit even more legendary, the traveling company is offering up a chance to get upclose and personal with not only the ringmaster Iverson, but the animal stars as well. VIP ticket holders can experience the debut of the “Ringmaster Zone,” an intimate access pass behind the circus curtain of the “Greatest Show on Earth.” Fans can walk the Ringling Red Carpet, step inside the Globe of Steel, have an up-close elephant encounter, meet the ringmaster himself and take photos on his dazzling float. “The all access show brings you closer than you ever thought you’d be to the Greatest Show on Earth,” said Iverson. The VIP preshow access also allows guests to try on costumes. “Plus, you get to meet me,” added Iverson, jokingly. To offer all ticket holders a memorable experience, several interactive elements are planned before showtime, including an Animal Open House and All Access PreShow, which is available only during the Ontario and Anaheim tour. The open house offers a close-up with animal stars and a chance to step onto the arena floor to meet performers, learn circus skills and plenty more. “Legends” comes to the Citizens Business Bank Arena July 18-22 and all shows include the Animal Open House and All Access PreShow. Prices range from $20, $26, $42 (VIP), $70 (Front Row) and $100– $115 (Ringmaster Zone). Opening Night tickets are $15 each and not valid for VIP or premium seating. Tickets can be purchase at AXS.com or CBBankArena.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXSTIX or in-person at the venue Box Office.
group. “You come to the circus to be uplifted into a dream world. We give you that with this show--and every other-- and that’s what makes us the Greatest Show on Earth.” The show follows Iverson as he guides Paulo the Legend Seeker on his quest to discover living-and some fantastical--circus legends from all around the world. More than 100 performers spanning from 25 countries, like the China National Acrobatic Troupe, will amaze guests with feats such as balancing 20 people on two bicycles. Some 85 animals from nearly every continent, including the crowd favorites, Big Cats with trainer Alexander Lacey, will Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for make an appearance showing off Inland Empire Community Newstheir best tricks and massive roars. papers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com Other big show performances in-
Lifehouse Theater to present a fun Broadway classic “Seussical”
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oin the Cat in the Hat as he tells the story of Horton, an elephant who not only must protect a speck of dust containing the Whos from a world of naysayers, but also guard an abandoned egg. Witness the power of loyalty, friendship, family and community overcome each challenge encountered. A Broadway classic that’s fun for the whole family! Performances begin Saturday, July 26, 2014 at 7:30 PM and will continue on weekends through August 31, 2014. Performances are Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays at 2:15 PM (Except Opening Night) and 7:30 PM, and Sundays at 2:15 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, there will be a special Thursday performance on August 28, 2014 at 7:30 PM. The performance on Satur-
day, August 9, at 7:30 PM will feature an interpreted presentation for the deaf. Tickets may be purchased online through our website: www.boxoffice.lifehousetheater.com (Fees apply). Advance ticket prices are $14 or $18 for adults and $7 or $9 for children ages 3-11 (no children under 3 are admitted) and can be also purchased over the phone with a Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card by calling (909) 335-3037 (Fees apply). Checks can also be mailed to LifeHouse, provided reservations are made far enough in advance. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the box office, which is open Fridays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and one hour prior to and during show times on the weekends. Tickets are $1 more the day of the
performance. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more. Guests are encouraged to reserve seats early as many performances sell out Following “Seussical,” LifeHouse Theater will present a dramatic new biblical musical, “Samson.” Opening night is Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM and will continue through October 12, 2014. Please call (909) 335-3037 or check our website,www.lifehousetheater.co m, for specific dates and additional information. The theater is located at 1135 N. Church St. in Redlands, next to the Redlands Christian School. Free parking is available in back of the theater. San Bernardino, CA 92411
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Guests can mingle with jokesters from Clown Alley during an allaccess preshow included with all tickets prices. Legends runs at the Citizens Business Bank Arena July 18-22.
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Hinkle, DeLoach lead 66ers past Rawhide
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Tyler DeLoach tossed seven shutout innings as the Inland Empire 66ers defeated the Visalia Rawhide 9-1 on Sunday, July 6.t
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for the 66ers and guaranteed them win during the four game series. After being held scoreless through three innings by Visalia starter Spencer Arroyo, Inland Empire got on the board in the fourth. Sherman Johnson earned a lead-off walk and Jose Rondon reached on an error that likely would have been a double play to second. Hinkle, who finished with five RBIs, drove in Johnson with a single up the middle to make it 10. Later in the inning, Cal Towey doubled to the gap in right-center to score two more for a 3-0 lead. The 66ers scored three more runs in the fifth, highlighted by an RBI triple by Johnson, who later scored on a single by Rondon. Hinkle followed with solo shot to push the lead to 6-0. Hinkle added a three-run blast in the seventh to make it 9-0. He totaled three hits and scored three runs thanks to the power display. DeLoach coasted through seven innings, holding the Rawhide offense to two hits and three walks while striking out eight to improve to 7-4. He leads the Cal League in punch outs with 102 on the year. Johnson, Rondon and Anthony Bemboom each finished with two hits for Inland Empire. Rondon is currently seventh in the Cal League with a .323 batting average while Hinkle is not far behind hitting .317, placing him ninth overall. The 66ers have a chance to complete the sweep on Visalia on Monday before traveling to Lake Elsinore with three games starting Tuesday, July 8.
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66ers short stop Jose Rondon is seventh in the Cal League with a .323 batting average this season.
Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley Releases “Zeuterin Day” Event Dates
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he Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley (HSSBV) has released six “Zeuterin Day” dates for 2014: July 26th, August 23rd, September 27th, October 25th, November 22nd, and December
20th. Zeuterin is a simple, onetime, non-surgical procedure to “fix” your dog! Cost of the nonsurgical procedure is $50 and those interested in learning more and scheduling an appointment should call 909-386-1400.
Zeuterin™ does not require general anesthesia and was found to be safe, effective and permanent in FDA clinical trials. The non-invasive method combines an innovative procedure with an all-natural product that is injected
directly into each testicle. The goal is to Zeuter between 50 and 75 dogs at each event. For additional information on the HSSBV please visit www.hssbv.org. For additional information on zeuterin lease
visit www.arksciences.com. To schedule an appointment to have your pet zeutered please call 909386-1400.
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Alondra Anaya wore many different hats at Fontana High
By Harvey M. Kahn
londra Anaya says it was good to be named the Fontana High prom queen. It was additionally pleasing to be named team captain and MVP of Fontana's volleyball, soccer and track teams. She was happy about being named four times to the California Scholarship Federation and was humbled after being named Fohi's Ken Hubbs Award winner. But nothing made the recent high school grad more proud than being trusted. Anaya was appointed the business secretary to the Fohi homecoming celebrations, thus was responsible for its fiscal oversight. "I had a $3,000 budget. I was in charge of the football halftime show, the pep rally, the catering, hiring the DJ. It was very stressful and I was a little overwhelmed," explained Anaya. "There was lot's of paperwork for the school, the district and facilities. There were 28 students who worked with me, PHOTO COURTESY/HUBBS FOIUNDATION but I was in charge of all the paperwork and receipts." Alondra Anaya was not only Fontana High School female athAnaya did recall that one lete of the year, she was responsible for the school's homecomschool official was questioned by ing budget.
upper administration about putting so much trust in a 17-year-old. "There were obstacles. I was finally issued keys to everything. At the end of the day, it was rewarding to be recognized and trusted for the things that I did," explained Anaya. Outside of being a mentor to incoming freshmen through Fohi's Link Crew program, Anaya took it upon herself to be a school goodwill ambassador. "I liked going up to students who were always sitting alone at lunch. A lot of those people have not come out of their shell. I tried to introduce them to my friends and have them hang out with us. We made a lot of friends that way. It helps me have a good life by being good to people." Anaya will be going to Chico State University in September where she will major in communications with a minor in broadcasting. "I'd like to start in radio and then TV news. I want to be a red carpet host. I'm out of my shell and ready to go," acknowledged Anaya. "I'm the kind of person who once they set their head to something, it will get done." Anaya said she played three
sports over the course of four years at Fohi. As team captain of the track team, she ran the 4 x 100 meter relay, 100 hurdles, 300 hurdles and did the high jump. She was the soccer team MVP as a sophomore. She was 1st team AllSunkist League in volleyball and team MVP, also as a sophomore. "I guess I got senoritis. I wish I was more focused on volleyball as a freshman. I think it's good to try as many sports as you can as a freshman. Then find one you like and just concentrate on that one. I figured it out too late and it sort of cost me a scholarship." Anaya said she learned one harsh lesson in high school. It was when she was elected the prom queen. "My best friend came in second place and got very angry with me. I lost what I thought was a friend. I guess she never was a friend. Other than that, I did a pretty good job of picking friends. It's important to surround yourself with good people." Her long term goal is to study abroad and learn other cultures, maybe England or Australia. "It's sad leaving high school but I'm looking forward to explore all these great things."
Kevin Maeda calls completing high school a major feat; Pepperdine U. next
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evin Maeda feels now that he's graduated from the rigors of high school, going to a major university should be much easier. Maeda went through his four years at Citrus Valley High School averaging five hours of sleep nightly. Maeda finished number #1 in many academic and athletic categories at Citrus Valley. He set school
records in cross country and track and at the same time graduated #1 in his senior class of 562 students. He will run cross country for Pepperdine University and study chemistry next year on scholarship. "I don't want to be disrespectful to Pepperdine but I feel all the mental challenges and the AP classes of high school will make the transition to college not as stressful," said Maeda. "In high
school there's more competition from others trying for future opportunities. That's why I think high school is the harder part of an education." Maeda's plan is to run and get his degree at Pepperdine, then get accepted at a school of pharmacy such as UC San Diego. He was Pepperdine's top distance running recruit from California. At Citrus Valley, Maeda was often considered a mentor-coach to his younger teammates both in the field and in the class. "I'm sorry to leave the kids I mentored at Citrus Valley. But it feels good to be able to race against men in college. I'm excited about entering a new part of my life." Maeda did not have to explain that he is enjoying a summer break for the first time in years. He will work later this summer as a counselor at two Nike running camps at Pepperdine. "There are only so many things coaches can do, that's where other students can help." Maeda holds the Citrus Valley school cross country mark after running the three-miles in 15 minutes, seven seconds. He helped CVH qualify for CIF-Southern Section three times. He was a CIF-prelim individual qualifier for two years. He also holds the school record in the 3200 meters. Coaches at CVH say Maeda did not complain while having to ran the last month of his senior year with a pulled groin. Among his other high school achievements were being named four times to both the State Scholarship and National Honors Society. He was Citrus Valley's 2014 scholar/athlete and its nominee for the CIF Champions of Character Award. He won the school's boy 2014 Ken Hubbs Award, something that he'd known about since he was a pre-teen. "My dad is the athletic director at San Gorgonio and he used to take me to the Hubbs Award presentations when I was a little kid. Winning the award has been something in the
back of my mind. It has inspired me. I had a small glimmer of hope that I might win it. I think they made the right decision by choosing the wrestler from Bloomington (Uzo Owuama). I think he had to overcome a lot that the rest of us didn't." Citrus Valley athletic director Boyd Liam called Maeda's leadership skills unparalleled. "His teammates and coaches have trusted him and he has earned the respect through hard work and dedication," wrote Liam, adding
that Maeda was willing to give his time to help younger students. "He will be sorely missed but Kevin most definitely left a lasting impression on the culture built here at Citrus Valley." CVHS Principal Bernie Cavanaugh considered Maeda a rare student who was trusted by staff and coaches as a liaison. "We could meet with him, go over areas of concern or strength, and trust Kevin to implement the vision the coaches see for the team," wrote Cavanaugh.
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Youth Action Project holds graduation for AmeriCorps volunteers
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AmeriCorps graduates Brittni Dixon (left), LeAnna Pollard (center), and Cherrise Brown (right) hold up their awards presented to them by Assemblymember Cheryl Brown.
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hirty-two young adults were presented with awards from Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren, San Bernardino Mayor Carey Davis, California Assembly 47th District representative Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino), and the Youth Action Project (YAP) during the latter’s AmeriCorps Graduation on Thursday June 26 at the San Bernardino Adult High School. The evening began with a light meal and refreshments and was followed by a warm reception given by YAP Chief Executive Officer Joseph Williams, who is also a trustee at the San Bernardino Community College District
Trustee and a member of the California Workforce Development Agency. “The young folks that are sitting in this room have committed a year of their lives to serve the city of San Bernardino,” said Williams. “I want to start this celebration off by giving them a round of applause.” YAP, according to Williams was started to empower youth and young adults in the development of new skills and habits. The organization strives to provide practical work experience to those who want to explore different areas of employment and who want to become educators. Many of the members who go through the program visit high schools in the San
Bernardino area and provide tutoring in Math, English, and life skills through their Young Scholars Program. Shonda Hutton, a YAP-AmeriCorps Member alumni, gave her recollections of how her experiences working alongside Williams and YAP Director of Operations Tremaine Mitchell helped shape her personality and work ethic. “They always gave me an opportunity to try and test things and explore,” said Hutton. “My journey was really about self-love and how it can help you become who you are.” “Becoming who you are,” she continued, “you blossom into this beautiful, vibrant butterfly. You can always tell when someone lacks self-love because it spills over in everything they do.” Taking personality tests, setting a daily schedule, writing mission statements, and attending Friday workshops was all a part of what Hutton described as a “necessary evil” that helped her gain the valuable information that helped her create the pathway to success. “It may take a while for that to sink in,” she said. “You may not get it this year. It may be years that you realize what you gained from your experience.” She concluded by sharing four core skills that she believes are life-lessons that all the graduates should apply: Defining a purpose, being a team player, being around positive people, and cultivating relationships. During the celebration, a video was presented in which several tutors who assisted Arroyo Valley High School students throughout the year gave their accounts on how the experience helped them learn more about themselves and of the needs of students in San
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Special guest Shonda Hutton speaks to the graduates about her experiences in the YAP and AmeriCorps programs during the End of the Year Celebration on Thursday June 26.
Bernardino. “I was sheltered when I was younger, so I didn’t really get to learn about other cultures when I was growing up,” said Jamie Sabellon. “Because of the experience I learned about the things that the youth of San Bernardino are facing.” Richard Moreno, who was also a graduate from Arroyo Valley High School, said it was great to return to his alma mater to lecture students. “I was not as receptive as a student,” he said. “Most of the students were closed off at first they became open with us because we were open with them. We have to do that if we want to help them.” Williams asked sponsors and parents in the building for one favor. “These graduates have completed 900 hours of service,” he said. “They are qualified workers. Please help them get connected
through networks. We have to make sure we are creating opportunities for them.”
YAP-AmeriCorps Graduating Class of 2013/2014: Angel Acevedo, Charles Adams, Teresa Aguilar, Rachel Arant, Amber Armstead, Sabehha Asad, Sharon Awad, Andres AyalaPatlan, Rafael Azucena, Glenn Baude, Cherrise Brown, Cassandra Butcher, Mina Damavandi, James Daniels, Brittni Dixon, Guadalupe Flores-Contreras, Devin Fritz, Stephen Hernandez, Talia Hollins, Jessica Leming, Andre Loftis, Jordyn McDonald, Richard Moreno, Lauren Murphy, Omolora Oluyemi, LeAnna Pollard, Lucia Preciado, Jamie Sabellon, Trafton Serratt, Nami Turner, Maria Valencia, Domonique White.
Disabled Valley College Grad Earns Second AA Degree my education and get a BA in Psychology.” After that, she would like to become a counselor. Stacy says that among the things she has liked about attending Valley College are the many different offerings and a lot of great teachers. “I think of many of my Valley teachers as my best friends,” she says with a twinkle in her eye. She adds that she likes being on campus, as it’s a very pleasant environment. Stacy gets around in a motorized
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tacy Hull, a San Bernardino native, has graduated with an AA degree from San Bernardino Valley College…again. Her first AA was in Liberal Arts in 2011 and her new (2014) degree is in Human Services. Ms. Hull started at Valley College back in 1997, taking a variety of different courses. “I’ve seen a lot of changes at Valley over the years,” she says, “and early on I really enjoyed courses in science, like oceanography and geology. Now my interest is more in helping people and I want to continue
wheelchair due to a lifelong disability that hampers her physically, but not mentally or psychologically. She’s an enthusiastic lifelong learner with a ready smile and a keen mind. Like other disabled students, she has been able to take advantage of the college’s Disabled Students Programs and Services office (DSP&S). Valley’s Interim Coordinator of DSP&S, Marty Milligan, notes that students with special needs are particularly well served by the
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Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown Announces Colton, Fontana and Rialto Will Receive Special State Grant
ssemblymember Cheryl R. Brown ( D - S a n Bernardino) issued the following statement today in response to Colton, Fontana and Rialto receiving the 2014 Housing-Related Parks (HRP) Program funds: “I’m proud to announce
that the cities of Colton, Fontana and Rialto will receive more than $1.1 million from the State Department of Housing and Community Development to increase the supply of affordable housing and improve parks and recreation facilities. This funding is a major step toward
meeting our region’s critical housing and community development needs. Considering the competitive nature of this grant, I’m so pleased to hear that my district will receive funding to improve affordable housing, which strengthens our local economy while providing a bet-
ter standard of living for our residents. I look forward to supporting our local government leaders as they implement the grant. I will also continue to work with my colleagues in Sacramento to boost our economy and advance community development throughout our
region.” Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown represents the 47th Assembly District, which includes Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.
National Orange Show brings inaugural Brew Fest to events center
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Country music singer, Kelleigh Bannen, will be among the several performers taking the stage at the first-ever Brew Fest at the National Orange Show.
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Empire. “There are so many homebrewers out there and the hope here is to shed some light on their crafts,” Covey said. All home brew entries will be judged based on aroma, appearance, flavor, mouthfeel and overall impression. Winners will be announced at 3 p.m. and will receive awards and recognition on NOS social media sites. Event festivities include live entertainment, bands, food trucks and other vendors. A live performance from country music singer, Kelleigh Bannen, is also on tap along with a lineup of other musicians. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.brownpapertickets.com and prices range from $10-$40. Tickets will also be available at the main gate the day of the event. VIP ticket holders will receive 15 tasting tickets, indoor access, VIP parking and a souvenir glass. General tasting admission includes 12 tasting tickets and a souvenir glass. A portion of the proceeds from the inaugural event will benefit the National Orange Show Foundation and its efforts to support local nonprofit agencies such as Second Harvest Food Bank, Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital and Best Buddies. For a list of participating local breweries, scheduled performances and more event information, visit the NOS Brew Fest on Facebook. The National Orange Show events center is at 689 South “E” Street in San Bernardino.
he National Orange Show in San Bernardino is brewing up something to cool down the Inland Empire--it’s firstever Brew Fest. Presented in partnership with KFROG, the July 12 family-friendly event runs from noon to 7 p.m. on the NOS grounds Lagoon area and will feature 50 brews and ales from more than two dozen area breweries. The event also features a Home Brew Competition where contestants will vie for “best brew” in the categories of Citrus, IPA, Pale Ale Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for Inland Empire Community Newsor Belgian. The effort, said NOS Citrus Liai- papers and can be reached at son Gayle Covey, is to highlight the iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com homegrown crafters in the Inland
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Inland Empire Brewing Co. are among the newly added brewers to the first-ever Brew Fest at the National Orange Show.
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Dale Bros. Brewery will be among the several on tap Saturday at the NOS Brew Fest.