Inland Empire Weekly November 06 2014

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November 06, 2014

Angels’ Closet Charities Fundraiser Tea supports area students

Aguilar Pledges

Veteran’s Day Events

to Put Inland Empire Residents

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Over Politics in Washington

SBVC Honors Dia De Los Muertos A9

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Angels’ Closet Charities fourth annual fundraiser tea at Martha Green’s The Eating Room in Redlands will fund costs for clothing for area students in need.

The Eating Room in Redlands.

Based out of Redlands East

By Yazmin Alvarez The tea --held over three days-- Valley High, Angel’s Closet is a ozens sipped for style was an aim to raise funds and boutique-style organization that recently at the annual awareness for the organization and collects and distributes new and Angels’ Closet its continued efforts in helping Fundraiser, cont. on next pg.

Fundraiser Tea at Martha Green’s clothe area middle and high school students in need.

St. Mary’s Ballet Folklorico celebrates 40th anniversary with two performances

Annual Cops-forKids Fly-In at Loma Linda Children’s Hospital A11

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Calendar Classifieds Legal Notices Opinion Service Dir. Sports

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COURTESY PHOTO/ST. MARY’S BALLET FOLKLORICO

St. Mary’s Ballet Folklorico will host two performances at Redlands East Valley High School Nov.8.

By Yazmin Alvarez

t. Mary's Ballet Folklorico will celebrate 40 years in the Redlands community by hosting an anniversary performance at Redlands East Valley High School Saturday.

Two are planned Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. and another at 6 p.m. at the school’s Blackstone Theatre, 31000 E. Colton Avenue in Redlands. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased in advance by calling 909-965-2812.

Performances at Saturday’s show

will include a variety of folk dances native to Mexican regions such as Veracruz, Jalisco, Chiapas and several more.

The ballet group is comprised of 40 dancers, both male and female Ballet, cont. on next pg.

edlands Mayor Pete Aguilar won a decisive victory in California's 31st Congressional District Nov. 4.

The Redlands Mayor won by 2 points over Republican candidate Paul Chabot.

His statement follows: “I’m honored that Inland Empire families have chosen me to represent them in Congress,” Aguilar said. “The people of San Bernardino County spoke clearly tonight by choosing a representative who is dedicated to building the middle class, and one who puts people over politics to get results for our community.

“We have come a long way, and I have many people to thank: my family, the staff and volunteers and all of those who have stood with us in this campaign because they believe as I do, that with a commitment to education, good paying jobs and our seniors and veterans, the Inland Empire can continue to be a place of opportunity and success.

“Tonight, I am humbled by your trust in me, and my resolve to go to Washington and deliver for you has never been greater.

We have a lot of work to do, but together, we can rebuild our middle class and ensure that our best days are ahead of us.”

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Send information to Community News Editor Yazmin Alvarez at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com or call 909-381-9898 ext. 207.

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Pat Williams, Angels’ Closet founder.

Fundraiser, cont. from front

gently used school clothes, formal attire, business attire, graduation caps and gowns and other necessities to students experiencing severe financial difficulties.

Proceeds raised from the event will fund the costs for the necessary Ballet, cont. from front

items needed for students for spring events including prom, graduation and those headed for job interviews, said Angels Closet founder Pat Williams.

“The goal is to have everyday clothing, tuxedos, dresses and all the accessories available for them,” she said.

While formal attire is always a big

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draw for dances, Williams said the hot and most needed item at the moment are jeans for both boys and girls.

“We just can’t seem to keep them in stock,” she said. “But events like this help with the costs.”

While the total raised had not yet been tallied, Williams said the goal of raising $5,000 over the three-day

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Harpist Susan Sparks Irving entertained guests at the annual tea.

period would hopefully be exceeded.

The first two days have been wonderful,” Williams said. “Each day has been so successful and I’m thankful for every penny.”

Angels’ Closet accepts clothing and accessory donations year round. To learn more about the organization or to donate, visitangels-

closet.org. Checks can be mailed to Angels’ Closet Charities, P.O. Box 648, Mentone 92359.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

ranging in age from 5 to 28, who perform throughout the Redlands community and the Inland area.

Funds raised at the performances will benefit the group’s costuming budget and help fund dance apparel for its members free of charge along with support the costs for facility rentals and performances.

The mission of St. Mary's Folklorico is to teach Mexican cultural dances and techniques, and instill confidence in the dancers by performing in public and private venues, said organizers. The aim is to build awareness of the Mexican culture to the public through the art of dance, the group said on their website.

To learn more visit stmarysdance1974.com.

COURTESY PHOTO Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached Two performances will be held Saturday at Redlands East Valley High School’s Blackstone Theatre celebrating St. Mary’s Ballet Folkat iecn.yazmin@gmail.com. lorico’s 40th anniversary. The event is fundraising effort for the group.

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Street Smart offers women’s self-defense and safety workshop in Redlands

he Redlands Police Department will again offer a personal self-defense and safety seminar designed especially for women, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Redlands Community Center Gymnasium, featuring guest instructor professional fighter Javier “Showtime” Vazquez.

The seminar, part of the Redlands Police Department’s Street Smart program, is designed to increase participants’ level of awareness and minimize their risk of victimization.

Vazquez has fought professionally for several organizations, including World Extreme Cagefighting and

the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He currently teaches self defense and strike based Jiu Jitsu out of Rancho Cucamonga.

Vazquez has a long history of mixed martial arts, wrestling and Jiu Jitsu. He travels all over the United States and Canada teaching Gracie Jiu Jitsu seminars and self defense. Vazquez has agreed to donate his time to teach this seminar.

The seminar is designed for women and girls from ages 12 and up and will include a personal safety presentation as well as hands-on training.

The class also includes presentations by members of the Redlands Police Department, hands-on train-

ing in self-defense tactics and a personal safety question and answer session.

Participants should bring a light lunch and water and wear loose clothing and comfortable tennis shoes.

The cost for the seminar is $15.

All of the fees collected will be applied to the Street Smart Self Defense program.

Street Smart is an afterschool self-defense program for children and teens taught by Redlands Police officers. Now in its sixth year, Street Smart is designed for kids from 6 and up. Classes are held at 3:45 p.m. on Fridays at the Redlands Community Center. Scholar-

ships are available.

Space for the women’s self-defense and safety workshop is limited to the first 35 people registered.

To register for either program call (909) 798-7572 or email personalsafety@redlandspolice.org. The Redlands Community Center is located at 111 W. Lugonia Ave. Visit Street Smart on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Redlands-PD-Street-Smart-Self-Defense. ~City of Redlands

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Professional fighter “Showtime” Vazquez.

Javier

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Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

PBS History: FNX made Public Television history on November 1 by launching as a full-time channel on the Public Television Satellite System.

FNX will now be available to over 400 public television stations, cable and satellite providers across the United States. FNX, founded in 2011, is a non-profit television station made possible by Founding Partner, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indian and KVCR. Its goal is to invest in Native American and indigenous content, and develop and produce original pro-

gramming to support positive representation of Native American and World Indigenous people. The Station recently received two National Native American Awards from the Native American Journalists Association (NAJAF) for the series FNX NOW. Also Native Ground, the youth-hosted and produced original news/entertainment were recognized by NAJA with two awards for excellence in television and online content.

FNX, First Nations Experience is a division of KVCR a PBS television station owned and operated by the San Bernardino Community College District.

Congratulations to the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for having the vision to be a Founding Partner in this endeavor and to the hard working FNX team headed by Alfredo Cruz.

Life After Lawns: Making the transition from thirsty lawns to landscaping better suited to California's current drought condition is the topic of the Maloof Discovery Garden talk slated for Saturday, November 8 at noon. Speaker Molly Bough, author of Life After Lawns: 8 Steps from Grass to a Waterwise Garden, will discuss her passion for livable gardens with low water landscaping. Molly Bough will offer advice for the home gardeners, beginners and professionals alike.

I am very interested in this topic since my husband and I decided in 2009 to do away with our lawn

and terrace our front yard and additionally created a courtyard for potted plants and beds suited for small vegetable planting. At that time there were few resources locally and we had to visit several nurseries in Southern California in order to obtain advice on drought resistant plants. We have had successes and have learned from some mistakes so now we have a water efficient yard with a water drip system for all our plants and vegetable beds and healthy trees and bushes mostly native to this region. We are still learning and we congratulate the Maloof Foundation for its continuing efforts to educate the public on sustainable practices to improve the quality of life for all of us. The Bough presentation will be held at the Jacobs Education Center, 5131 Carnelian Street in Alta Loma. For information call the Maloof Foundation: 909.980.0412

California Now until November 29 - the Consulate of Mexico in San Bernardino and the National Orange Art Gallery present the photo exhibition "Catrinas" by Alejandro Lopez Jimenez. The exhibit is open from noon to 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and is free to the public.

Saturday, November 8 - the Hutton Center presents Veterans Day Dance from 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event honors Colton Senior Veterans and features live music by the Traveling Homeboys. The Hutton Center is located at 660 Colton Ave., Colton. For information call: 909.370.6168

Sunday, November 9 - the U. C. Riverside Botanic Garden presents Art in the Gardens from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ceramics, glass, jewelry, water colors, metal art, mosaics and garden art will be showcased through shady tree-lined Alder

Free medical, dental, vision screenings for residents of the Inland Empire

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Two Days of Free Health Screenings for Registered Guests at Care 4 a Healthy I.E. HAT: To provide the uninsured with free access to health care and needed resources, Molina Healthcare and Tzu Chi Medical Foundation will host their 3rd annual Care 4 a Healthy I.E. event. Care 4 a Healthy I.E. brings together hundreds of health care professionals and local organizations to provide care for those most in need. Services offered to pre-registered guests include medical, dental, and vision screenings as well as acupuncture.

Last year, Care 4 a Healthy I.E. served more than 2,500 people; 80% of those served were uninsured. Some even traveled from as far as Oakland in Northern California. The event is open to the public on a first come, first served basis.

For more information about the event visit Care4aHealthyCommu-

nity.com or call 1-855-MOLINA1 (665-4621).

WHEN: Pre-Registration Friday, November 14th 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

FREE Medical, Dental, Vision and Acupuncture Saturday, November 15th 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. to offer additional services; haircuts, snacks, entertainment and a community resource fair)

Guest parking on Arrowhead Rd. at gates 7, 8 and 9

WHY: San Bernardino is the second poorest large city in the country where 25.1% of its residents under age 65 are without health insurance. In Riverside County, the uninsured under age 65 is even higher at 28%. Together, Molina Healthcare and the Tzu Chi Medical Foundation hope to better the health of an underserved community.

FREE Dental, Vision and Exclusively on Saturday in addiAcupuncture tion to the medical care, residents Sunday, November 16th will also be receiving free haircuts, 6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. health resource information and entertainment for kids including WHERE: National Orange face painting, games and dancing Show Events Center, 689 South from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. only.

“E” St., San Bernardino, CA 92408

Canyon. For information call: aganza. This evening of celebra951.784.6962 or visit www.gar- tion includes: Holiday Specialty dens.ucr.edu Boutiques, Silent Auction Gift Baskets, Live Auction, and DancThursday, November 13 - ing to a live band. For ticket inforBonnes Meres Auxiliary presents mation call: 909.862.0732 or Inspire Hearts annual auction to email: bsimenton@att.net benefit Children's Fund at the National Orange Show Renaissance Saturday, December 6 Ballroom, 689 South E Street, San Friends of Santa Claus, Inc. Bernardino. Doors open at 9:30 present The Glory of Christmas a.m. with program featuring guest Traditions luncheon and fashion speaker Dr. Clare Sheridan-Mat- show starting at 10a.m. with tree ney. For ticket information email preview and shopping with lunchat: bonnesmeres@gmail.com eon at 11:30 a.m. This day of celebration includes: Holiday Thursday, November 13 - the Specialty Boutiques, Silent AucInland Empire Center for Entre- tion Gift Baskets, Live Auction, preneurship at Cal State, San Macy's Holiday Fashion Show, Bernardino presents Spirit of the and Designer Tree Raffle. For Entrepreneur Awards Gala at the ticket information call: 909.862.07 Riverside Convention Center. This or email: bsimenton@att.net event honors top business leaders in the inland empire region. For in- Friday, December 12 - the formation: call 909.537.3708 or Colton Wilson Alumni present email inlandspiritawards.com the 10th & Final Wilson Scholarship Holiday Dance from 5 p.m.

Sunday, November 16 - the To 10 p.m. At the American LeBrown Legacy Project presents gion Post 155 Hall, 1401 N. Veterits fourth annual fall reception of ans Way, Colton. Food by Rosie the George E. Brown Legacy Proj- catering and music by Grupo ect honoring Patricia "Corky" Lar- Neblina are features of this scholson, Lois Carson, and Sam Crowe. arship fund raising event for The reception is slated for the Ban- Colton High. For information on quet Room and Deck, 1131 W. 6th reservations call: 909.794.0601 St., Ontario on the 4th Floor from 3 p.m. To 5 p.m. For sponsor and Saturday, December 20 - the San ticket information call: Bernardino Symphony presents 323.669.9999 Home for the Holidays concert at the California Theatre 562 W. 4th Street. The program will include Wednesday, December 3 - many holiday favorites with selecSymphonie Jeunesse presents the tions from Tchaikovsky's The Nutpremiere concert of a composition cracker, Handel's Messiah and

by William Zeitler written and Anderson's A Festival of Carols. dedicated in their honor at 6:30 For ticket information, visit p.m. at the Castaway Restaurant in www.sanbernardinosymphony.org San Bernardino. or call 909.381.5388 Friday, December 5 - Friends of Santa Claus, Inc. present The Gloria Harrison is publisher of Glory of Christmas Traditions the Inland Empire Community evening Gala at the National Or- Newspapers and can be reached at ange Show starting at 6 p.m. with gloharrison@me.com a cocktail reception and tree preview followed by a dinner extrav-

Santa’s Arrival at Inland Center Mall on Saturday, November 8th officially kicks off the holiday season

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anta arrives at Inland Center on Saturday, November 8th. There will be a FREE Santa Breakfast, tickets are available for pick up at Guest Services starting Saturday, November 1st, while supplies last, with seatings at 8:45am and 9:15am. The breakfast is for children and includes a continental breakfast, craft, face painting and Santa!

On the day of Santa’s arrival ALL children can also participate in a FREE Track Santa Scavenger Hunt at 10am – 9pm, while supplies last. Children who visit the Guest Services Center will receive a map to Track Santa throughout the mall. Each participant will receive stickers and goodies from participating stores including the

Disney Store, Hot Dog On A Stick, Crazy 8, GNC, Toys To U, Avenue, Regis Hair Salon. Once the map is completed children can take it to the Molina Healthcare Information Center next to Macy’s to get their Santa gift.

Santa’s Tracking Station is located at Center Court where Santa will be available for Holiday Photos during most mall hours. Children who visit Santa will receive a FREE National Geographic Kid’s Winter Fun Activity Book. For holiday hours and more information please visit www.inlandcenter.com.

The Santa Breakfast, Santa Scavenger Hunt and Santa Photo Set are all sponsored by Molina Healthcare.

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Anthony Victoria

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Interactions with San Bernardino’s homeless population

n recent months, photographer Fabian Torres has been assisting homeless people in the city of San Bernardino, providing them with water and other essential things needed to survive on the streets. I was able to tag along one day and speak to these people.

After all, just like us, they need Love and Security.

Name: Junior (refused to give his legal name) Gender: Male Age: 23 Hometown: Morongo, California.

Date of testimony: September 19, 2014.

Since this gentleman may risk apprehension as a result of speaking to us about his situation, we have decided to not provide his personal identity. Therefore, we will address him as Junior.

Junior was released from a California State Prison in January. Due to his parole, he is not allowed to return back to his hometown of Morongo, which is an unfortunate decision that has left him without a home. He said he feels that he’s being forced to be a homeless resident in the city of San Bernardino as a result of the city’s lack of support.

“I have ways to get a job back home,” he said. “I have a family who can support me, but they just won’t let me go home.”

“You have all these advocates speaking about how they can help the homeless, but nothing is being done,” Junior said.

Junior said it saddens him to witness families go through the same thing he experience’s because he believes being homeless shouldn’t come down to an ultimatum.

“I’ve seen people out here and they have to choose between either paying the bills or having food,” said Doe. “It shouldn’t come down to that.”

When asked why he was sent to prison, he replied by explaining simply that he was hanging out with the wrong crowd.

“I dropped out of high school and got a job,” he said. “Things were going good for me and I let that all go by making a mistake. Where are my homies now? They don’t know you. You don’t exist to them when you’re in there locked up.”

The 23-year-old said despite his situation, he is grateful to have the company of his fiance to get him through tough times. He looks to get back on his feet by working for CalTrans. He is expecting a call back from them soon.

“Wisdom is what you experience,” he said. “I know I’ve made mistakes and I have to learn from them.”

The road back to recovery will be an arduous one. Junior is on parole for five years and cannot return back to Morongo until he completes his term.

Name: Adrian Gender: Male Age: Unknown Hometown: San Bernardino, California.

Date of Testimony: September 19, 2014.

As we walked down the steps of the Radisson Hotel, we noticed a man sitting by himself on the steps that lead into the abandoned Convention Center. Fabian approached him and asked if he was thirsty.

The man–who appeared to be in his 40’s (or even 50’s)was friendly–acted in a coy-like fashion, but nonetheless accepted Fabian’s water bottle donations.

We introduced ourselves and we began to speak about the city a bit.

I mentioned how it seemed like we were in the shadows (which I realize now didn’t make any sense, but whatever).

The gentleman, whose first name is Adrian, mentioned some sort of model which has been on display in the city before. He said witnessing that was the fondest memory he’s had of San Bernardino.

Adrian seemed a little bittersweet about the current state of the city.

He mentioned Omnitrans’ SBX and said he thinks the city is improving slowly. However, he went on to compare the city’s downtown area to a scene in “I am Legend.”

We laughed a little, which is always good. We hope Adrian is making the best out of his tough situation.

“I’ve been in and out of shelter’s since 1996,” he said. “I’m just living day by day.”

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Paying attention while driving saves lives

It’s unlikely the results of the current study on distracted officers will differ from previous ones. Repeated studies have been done and the findings are always the same: multi-tasking is a fantasy.

It was recently shown that using a cell phone — hands-free or not — produces an accident rate similar to driving after drinking. It’s not what your hands are doing, but

The council and development department of San Bernardino are facilitating a developer with a proposed 379.2-acre project to the detriment of residents. The proposed Spring Trails development is currently located on county land that needs to be annexed to the city in order for high-density housing to be built in the development.

This is necessary because the county zoning for this state identified high wind/high fire zone is for one house per five acres. This area has lost homes a number of times during the Santa Ana fire seasons.

The City Planning Commission turned this subdivision down twice before the City Council voted to accept the tract plans which don’t have ingress or egress roads into or out of the tract. Constituents living in the county area to be annexed and surrounding city parcels have expressed their concerns that this is a bad develIt seems the main reason Edison is proposing to revamp its residential rate structure is to appease the large (residential) energy users. It uses terms like ensuring that “large usage customers aren’t paying more than their fair share” and “High-usage customers have shouldered most of new costs ...,” Too bad that Americans are afflicted with short memories and have forgotten the Vietnam War. Has war become a habit in our collective thinking, and we can’t imagine any other solution to re-

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areas of responsibility for services and protection of citizens, espeOn Nov. 3, the City Council will cially large tracts of rural land be voting to send the planned de- prone to fire and flooding in the velopment to LAFCO for annexa- north end of San Bernardino. tion from the county to the city. If these 379 acres are annexed, the I ask the City Council to do the city will be responsible for fire right thing and not promote this protection, policing and weed area for annexation until the deabatement. The city areas veloper can show a responsible inpresently do not get any services frastructure for the site, and until for weed abatement or mainte- the city has the resources to pronance of West Meyers Road, but tect the residents living here. I live the county has maintained the on West Meyers Road next to the roadway and weed abatement in future development. I lost my the county areas. home in the 2003 Old Fire. I am concerned that our City Council is During rain events, the county making a commitment that inhas heavy equipment on West cludes maintenance and safety Meyers Road, controlling mud- they are currently unable to meet flows coming from the county and will be unable to meet with the parcels, which in turn facilitates annexation of the 379 acres, putthe safe ingress and egress for both ting the lives of residents at risk. city and county residents in the area.

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However, Edison claims the proposed change to lower the rates for high energy users, would encourage energy efficiency. Edison has its logic backwards. You are not promoting energy efficiency when you lower rates. By lowering rates,

you are encouraging users to consume more. It does not do anything to discourage waste. You keep rates high so users will be wise in their energy usage to avoid wasting their hard-earned money.

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what your mind is. The very best such as a skilled pilot, after a lot of training and experience, is able to quickly switch between tasks, but while they are talking on the radio they are not flying the plane.

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solve international challenges?

After 9/11, most Americans should’ve agreed to pursue terrorists as criminals, which is what they are. Instead, they endorsed military action against Afghanistan and Iraq, neither of which had anything to do with the Twin Towers attacks. And now no one wants to admit we lost the Iraq War years ago, nor that the thousands of our soldiers who lost their lives or

limbs in Iraq were sacrificed needlessly.

Once again, people are convinced that more blood and money will make their fantasy of victory in Iraq come true. How many more wars will it take for Americans to finally accept the truth that war is not the answer?

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Words to Think About: Change demands decisions

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

never cease to be amazed at Pope Francis’ liberal and concise statements. Recently in response to criticism from conservative Bishops of the Roman Catholic Church, he said, “GOD IS NOT AFRAID OF CHANGE.” The Bishops had objected to his “suggesting that the church accept gay and divorced Catholics back into the fold; and perhaps even in-

vite them to receive communion.”

This is obviously a revolutionary agenda. (the above from This Week-10/31/14) I am reminded of the ancient argument among Greek philosophers regarding the most basic element in life. Some philosophers advocated fire; others were in favor of wind; water was a favorite choice of many; but the favorite, by Herodotus, was change.

In fact, he declared the inevitability of change. For several years I had a statement by my chair made

by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the great philosopher. “We must always change renew, rejuvenate ourselves; otherwise we harden and die.”

Goethe implies that a person can avoid change and be the worst off.

A national university has an interesting motto. “The mind is a terrible thing to waste.”

Wasting a mind, or talents or one’s health is terrible. Wasting opportunities are also a terrible

waste. Change demands decisions.

There are many conditions that inhibit change. There is one that is extremely important. I have a plaque on the wall, beside the front door. A friend of mine gave it to me several years ago.

It reads: “Insight is the beginning of change.” Awareness, thoughtfulness and evaluation all contribute to having insight.

Once we gain insight, it is a powerful motivating factor for change.

In fact, there cannot be a change in values and a change in behavior of any kind without it. Change demands decisions.

Neither meaning nor insights are automatically given to us. Usually both are prompted by adversity, family intervention, handicaps, failures of any kind, destructive habits, and physical defects, etc.

For example, Stevie Wonder. He has received 22 Grammy awards over his 51 year music career. He has been blind since birth. He could have chosen to sit on a side-

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walk, cup in hand, begging.

At an early age, call it a brainstorm or insight, he began to tinker with the piano, then the harmonica, then drums and finally the bass. He began to play them and sing and then write songs.

Today he is truly an icon. He has realized and developed his potential. Stevie Wonder changed his life form poverty to plenty. From an unknown to world-wide acclaim. This father of seven; has not only changed himself but also changed the lives of others.

Richard Branson is one of my favorites. His story is remarkable.

He is 64 years old-born on July 18, 1950. He is the 4th richest person in England. Queen Elizabeth is number one. Branson is dyslexic and did so poorly in school he dropped out at age 16. His teachers and authority figures, “assumed he wouldn’t go very far in life.”

But Richard defied the odds. He changed. It dawned on him-an insight-that he possessed people

skills. He knew he had street smarts.

Today he is a billionaire; owning the Virgin Airline, a record company, a mobile phone company, an island in the Caribbean, a spacetourist company. Today the Virgin Group holds more than 200 companies in more than 30 countries.

All came about through his insight creating changes.

Change through insight came to Buzz Aldrin, the second man to step on the moon. He suffered from depression and alcoholism.

Ludwig van Beethoven helped shape and change the future of music even though he was totally deaf. He wrote The Ninth Symphony when he was totally deaf.

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Hallelujah Trunk or Treat Family Night: A Walk Through the Bible Experience

By Ricardo Tomboc

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Yvonne Coe (left) and Danielle (Dani) Olmos (right) tell the story of Noah's Ark. Although neither lady wore a costume; their colorful display stood out and was unmistakably Noah's Ark.

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Associate Pastor John Deming (center) organizes the pumpkin carving contest and is getting ready to announce a winner!

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Pastor Chris Amaro (left) and Pastor Lee Coe (right) stroll through the crowds. Both of the pastors are carrying sward, which is also symbolic for the Bible!

everal hundred people came to the Hallelujah Trunk or Treat Family Night at Calvary Chapel of San Bernardino (Red Barn); where they were treated to a unique version of the popular Trunk or Treat. Children were able to go from car trunk to car trunk earning treats; and as they did the "Trunkers" (those handing out candy by their car trunks) shared a biblical story.

Each car trunk was decorated in a Biblical theme from the "Creation of the earth" to the "Redemption of man". This was a real "walk through the bible experience" for each of the guest as the Trunkers told their story related to the theme they selected.

Sergio Quinonez tells the "Parable of the Good Samaritan". Sergio acted the part of the beaten man who was robbed and left for dead on the road, as he told his story about how a Samaritan came to his rescue. Yvonne Coe and Danielle (Dani) Olmos told the story of Noah's Ark. Vanessa Castillo and Alex Hernandez trunk theme was based on the story of Samson and Delilah.

Vanessa and Alex were awarded First Place for their exhibit. A total of 22 stories were told during this event.

Sunday School Teacher Abby Spinner took her classroom outdoors and taught right out of the trunk of her car. Abby was able to command the attention of even the older participants with her seasoned story telling skills.

Abby's theme was the "Parable of the Prodigal Son".

Each child that listened to a story was not only given a sweet treat; but also received a ticket from each Trunker. At the end of the night, these tickets could be redeemed for additional prizes.

In addition to the Trunk or Treat, Walk Through the Bible activities; there was a chili cook off, pumpkin carving contest lead

by Associate Pastor John Deming, and the "Cops-for-Kids Police car was there for kids to look at and they were able to talk to and ask questions of a uniformed Police Officer. There was food,

drinks and a lot of candy available for everyone. Albert Cardenas made free cotton candy all night long for the kids.

Pastor Lee Coe shared a quick note during Sunday morning service that as he was walking past the Lazarus trunk exhibit, he looked inside the trunk to get a better look at Lazarus laying down, and was taken by surprise

as Lazarus quickly stood up.

Half of the parking area was allocated for the Trunkers. Many of the people from around the neighborhood brought their families to enjoy this safe and unique approach the church took this year. In past years the church held a Harvest Fest in a carnival environment.

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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.

Center, 400 N. Pepper Ave., p.m. in front of the hospital. Stop Colton. For more information, by on your lunch break for certified fresh produce and artisan please call (909) 887-3472. breads.

ARMC partners with the emocratic LunchSouthland Farmers Market Associeon Club of San ation on the weekly market to help Bernardino promote health and wellness to the The Democratic Luncheon Club community. of San Bernardino meet at noon on Fridays at Democratic Headquarters, 136 Carousel Mall (near the central glass elevator) in San Bernardino. For additional information visit website www.sb- Mondays-San Bernardino Farmdems.com ers Fair and Market Night held at Speaker Schedule: Perris Hill Park, 1001 East High10/31 San Bernardino Commu- land Ave from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 nity College District Area 2 can- p.m. For more information call didates Debate with Joseph (909) 844-7731.

Williams (who declined) and Rafael Trujillo 11/7 Veterans Day Program and Elections Analysis featuring Col. David Raley, USAF, Ret. The Redlands Community Senallet Folklorico ior Center offers a perfect and introduction for newcomCultural Classes simple ers to the Italian language. This free course is designed to give Mondays 5:30-6:30 5-11yrs, travelers to Italian speaking Mondays 6:30-8:30 11-adult. No countries, or those who are simcharge. 951-233-7027. Knights of ply interested in enlightening Columbus, 740 Pennsylvania St., themselves, an introduction to communicating and understandColton, Ca. the basics of Italian. Immerse he Inland Em- ing yourself in the Language of Love pire Prime Time at the Redlands Community Senior Center every Thursday, beChoraliers Sept. 18, from 12:15 Saturdays from 10am-12pm ginning -1:15 p.m. in the Grand View Come Sing with The Inland Emroom.

No signup is required. For pire Prime Time Choraliers as more information please call the they begin a new season on TuesRedlands Community Senior day, January 7, 9:00 AM. Reat (909) 798-7579.

Center hearsals are held each Tuesday Morning. at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 785 No. Arrowhead Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92401 (corner of Arrowhead and 8th).

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Saturday, November 8 from 8am-4pm. The event includes a parade, a classic car show, exhibits and demonstrations, museum tours, musical entertainment, and food and merchandise vendors. The parade starts at 10 CR Chicano & a.m. at San Bernardino High School, 1850 N. E St., and proLatino Alumni ceeds south on E Street, ending Homecoming up at the site of the original McDonald’s located at 1398 N. E. Reunion Dinner Street in San Bernardino. All Saturday, November 15 from activities are free to the public. 6:30pm-9pm at UCR HUB 302.

6th Annual Arts & Celebrate the establishment of the Chicano/Latino Alumni Crafts Fair group and learn how the Chicano/Latino presence has grown at UCR over the years and get inSaturday, November 8, 9 at formation on how you can be in3pm & Sunday, November 9, 11 at 2pm. Includes unique handi- volved. $40 per person. Evening crafts, quilts, dolls, hand knits, includes dinner, music, entertainjewelry, wood crafts, jams and ment, keynote speaker and cojellies, treasures, holiday gifts, munidad. Register by November candles, Christmas decorations, 7 at greeting cazrds. There will also HOMECOMING.UCR.EDU be delicious homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, and assorted desserts. To be held at First Con-

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Youth call community to action through #SuperheroME 24/7

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Early Pride Car Club supported the program and did a photo shoot with the kids.

aturday, November 8, 2014 - The 15th annual Cruizin E Street Veterans Day Parade and Car Show will take place from 8 AM to 4 PM and all activities are free to the public. The event includes a parade, a classic car show, exhibits and demonstrations, museum tours, musical entertain-ment, and food and merchandise vendors.

The parade starts at 10 a.m. at San Bernardino High School, 1850 N. E St., and proceeds south on E Street, ending up at the site of the original McDonald’s located at 1398 N. E. Street in San Bernardino. There are two museums on the property: the Inland Empire Military Mu-seum and the unofficial McDonald’s /Route 66 Museum.

The parade includes marching bands, vintage military vehicles, military marching units, classic cars and more. The Grand Marshall is Sgt. Pete Martinez, a Korean War combat veteran. Highlights of the parade are the beautifully restored military vehicles courtesy of the Inland Empire Military Vehicles Preservation Association. For more information about the parade contact Mario at 909-885-3058

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Ralph Nirvus of Sok Munky band wrote and performed Super Hero me with community kids.

n October 24th, 2014 there was a concert at Fleming Park in Colton hosted by youth who participated in the youth action project known as #SuperheroME 24/7. The celebration at the park was a youth call to action asking adults to make a commitment: “Don’t provide, ignore, or excuse the use of alcohol with kids.” #SuperheroME 24/7 is an ongoing project in the communities of Bloomington, Colton, and Grand Terrace to bring awareness about the social host ordinance; a law that provides an administrative penalty, (a fine,) to any adult who hosts a party and provides a place for youth to drink in the property they own, lease, or control. The coalition seeks to help reduce social hosting to protect lives and futures of youth in the community.

The #SuperheroME 24/7 project consists of youth wearing a bracelet with 24 links and getting pledges from 7 adults to change the conditions in their environment, such as high availability and accessibility to alcohol and other drugs. Eleven elementary schools in the Colton Joint Unified School District are participating in the Junior SuperheroME version through the Think Together after school programs. Students are learning the 10 Superpowers they can use to say NO to use of alcohol and other drugs and their parents are participating by signing the pledges and wearing a bracelet with the commitment to not allow, provide, and report underage drinking.

The youth at the event reported that they had received over 800 pledges from adults in the community so far and many community members are still collecting signatures that haven’t been counted.

This project helps our youth to deliver a powerful message to the community: “Please don’t give up on me, SuperheroME by not making it easy for me to have access to alcohol and don’t provide a place to drink it…listen to the statistics, don’t make it harder for us to find a safe and healthy environment and support the coalition’s efforts to CHANGE the community we live in.”

This project was developed in collaboration with CJUSD Community Cabinet Mental and Physical Health and Awareness Committee, Think Together, MHS Central Valley Prevention Program, and the Community Coalitions for CHANGE. For more information on how you can join the coalition or join any of our community action projects to help prevent underage drinking and drug use, please call the Community Coalitions for CHANGE at (909) 423-0312 or v i s i t www.facebook.com/uc4change.

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Our "Chief" will be carving the meat and we always have a great variety! We will have many raffle prizes and our theme is Hawaiian so come in your grass skirt, Hawaiian shirt, dress, or muumuu! We always have a wonderful program so come and enjoy. We are located at 22627 Grand Terrace Road in Grand Terrace. Telephone 909-824-1491.

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n recognition of Veterans Day, Claim Jumper Restaurants will thank U.S. military veterans with a complimentary meal to those who have served our country on Monday, November 10. All Claim Jumper locations looks forward to providing the brave men and women with the VIP treatment serving up a special menu of the restaurant’s signature dishes. Reservations are highly encouraged, as tables fill up quickly. Guests can visit www.claimjumper.com to find a location near them and to call to make their reservations today.

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Dia de los Muertos gallery at San Bernardino Valley College continues to build on community presence

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Emilia Gonzales’s altar, which she dedicated to her late father, Adolfo Ramos and friends.

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San Bernardino Valley College Spanish professor Loreto Petersen (far left) with her students during the Dia de los Muertos Art Gallery reception on Thursday October 30.

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“Come as you are” (left) by Matthew Sodergaski and “Painted Face” (right) by Thomas “Bear” Ramirez.

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ating back since she can remember, San Bernardino Valley College’s Rose Garcia has been a part of the college’s Dia de los Muertos festivities.

The Mexican holiday which involves family and friends gathering to pray for and remember loved ones who have passed away, generates involvement from students, faculty, and staff on campus.

They create acrylic and oil art work, take captivating photographs, and most importantly, create vivid altars that commemorate the lives of their endearing friends or family members.

Garcia, a secretary who works in the college’s science division, said she believes this year’s event which took place at the Clara and Allen Gresham Art Gallery on Thursday October 30 was the biggest one yet.

“As soon as we announced the date, we received requests from different people asking how to participate right away,” she said.

Approximately 40 students, faculty, and staff submitted artwork and altars to be displayed through

November 6.

“I’m always surprised by the turnout,” said SBVC Art professor David Rosales. “I always put it out to the campus to allow for anyone to participate.”

Rosales said the event always

does a great job getting community residents interested in the event’s features and festivities.

“This event has always been community driven,” he said. “It’s a personal collection of students, faculty, and family’s personal connections.”

Spanish professor Loreto Petersen taught her introductory spanish students about the origin of the holiday and explained the significance of the altar.

“The significance of setting up an altar is that you honor your loved ones by putting the things they love on the altar,” Petersen explained. “For example, I placed empanadas and beer for my father since they were his favorite. It’s important that you have flowers because they signify sun and light.

Water is also important, in case they walk the long journey through earth. Lastly, the Cempazuchitl is the marigold flower that, since pre-Columbian times, has signified death.”

Emilia Gonzales, a secretary in the counseling department, is displaying an altar that commemo-

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rates the lives of her father and several of her close friends. She explained that for her, the Mexican holiday is a time to remember the “bright and happy” days she enjoyed with her deceased family and friends.

“What better way to remember them by making a colorful altar,” said Gonzales. “It’s about keeping those memories alive.”

Assemblywoman Cheryl Brown (D-San Bernardino), who presented a certificate to the event’s organizers, the San Bernardino Community College District’s

Latino Faculty and Staff Association (LFSA), believes Dia de los Muertos festivities across the Inland Empire are a cultural phenomenon that can be shared with the rest of the community’s ethnic groups.

“We’re standing on the shoulders of those who came before us,” Brown said. “This culture doesn’t allow you to forget that. It’s remembering the good times that you had with loved ones and remembering the life lessons that they have taught us.”

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Obituary IsaBelle Rodarte Chavez saBelle Rodarte Chavez, 83, born in Winslow Arizona and a long time Colton Resident, was reunited with her husband Rodolfo on October 24, 2014.

Belle is survived by her children Paul Chavez, Faye Hadley, Audrey Ortiz, and their families. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 7, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Colton. Our mom will be loved and missed forever.

Thank you to the RAI dialysis team in Colton for your kindness to her.

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GSSGV hosting inaugural murder mystery fundraising dinner

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The Greater San Bernardino Area Chapter, NAACP, held the Annual Freedom Fund Dinner & Awards Celebration, October 30, 2014, at the San Bernardino Hotel. Guest Speaker was the Honorable Willie Brown, Jr, renowned for his ground-breaking roles as the 1st Black Mayor of the City of San Francisco and having been the longest serving 'Speaker' (leader) of the California State Assembly. Pictured above is Willie Brown and NAACP award recipients, Marta Macias Brown, widow of the late George Brown, who represented the San Bernardino area in Congress, and Gloria Macias Harrison.

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The Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Council will host its first, murder mystery fundraising dinner Nov. 14 from 7 to 11p.m. at the Burrage Mansion in Redlands.

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f the grandson of Sherlock Holmes’ greatest enemy suddenly fell to his death, would it be believed to be an accident or murder?

This is the fictional scenario that guests can watch unravel and solve during a murder mystery fundrais-

ing dinner--The Mystery of the Purloined Séance-- next week at the Burrage Mansion in Redlands.

The music and intrigue-filled evening, which is hosted by the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Council, is the first fundraiser of its type for the group and will benefit girl-focused programming for local girl scouts.

While the Council hosts several

scout-aimed fundraisers throughout the year, the benefit dinner is an effort to reach out to the public and the greater community in order to highlight the organization and its efforts, said event organizer David Maxfield.

The four-hour event, set for Nov. 14 at the mansion, 1205 W Crescent Avenue, opens with drinks at 6:30 p.m. with the show following promptly at 7 p.m.

Highlights include outside dining featuring an old english meal while performers from Mysteries to Dine For, a Shadow Hills-based entertainment company, interact with guests offering clues in hopes of solving the mysterious death.

Event tickets are $65 and include dinner and one drink. A cash bar will be available. Table reservations for groups are available. Seating is limited and tickets must be purchased by Nov. 12.

For ticket purchase visit, gssgcmurdermysterydinner.eventbrite.com.

Registration Open for Morrell Business Awards Ceremony

enator Mike Morrell (RRancho Cucamonga) will host the 4th Annual Top Chamber Business Awards on November 21 at the Orton Center on the University of Redlands campus. The event will highlight the work of businesses from across the 23rd Senate District.

Local chambers of commerce

submit names of businesses to be recognized at the luncheon for their contributions to the Inland Empire economy and their commitment to the community. Additionally, each chamber selects one business to be recognized as a top chamber business for 2014. These announcements are revealed the day of the event.

“The Top Chamber Business Awards is a way for us to honor local businesses that have given much to the community and have helped the region weather the recent economic downturn,” said Morrell. “Their leadership is what will drive the growth of the Inland Empire for years to come. It’s my privilege to work with our cham-

bers to recognize these honorees sity of Redlands, 1200 East Colton for their entrepreneurial spirit.”

Ave, Redlands, CA 92374 Event details: WHEN: Friday, November 21, 2014 (Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m., program at 11:30 a.m.)

More information is available online at www.senatormorrell.eventbrite.co m. For questions, contact Rebecca Boydston at Rebecca.Boydston@sen.ca.gov or WHERE: Orton Center, Univer- (909) 919-7731.

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Mt. View Mortuary & Cemetery celebrates Second Annual Celebration of the Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

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Dancers from St. Mary's Ballet Folklorico of Redlands pose for a group shot.

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Zoey Gamble 7 from Yucaipa came with her parents and sister to enjoy the celebrations.

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About a thousand people came to visit the cemetery and decorated the grave sites with traditional Halloween decorations and traditional Dia De los Muertos candles and artifacts.

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Teens from St. Mary's Ballet Folklorico of Redlands

16th Annual Cops-for-Kids Fly-In: Kids at Loma Linda Children's Hospital are Treated to Special Event, Gifts

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ver a hundred spectators gathered at the north side of the Loma Linda School of Medicine to see the spectacular entry Law Enforcement made with four helicopters, 25 motorcycles and about 15 marked police vehicles. It was the 16th annual Copsfor-Kids Fly-In, which supports all the kids that are at the Children's Hospital.

The event was co-hosted by the Riverside Police Department, Riverside County Sherriff's, San Bernardino County Sheriff's and San Bernardino Police Department.

Several officers from various Law Enforcement agencies also joined in including: Ontario PD, Fontana PD, Rialto PD, California Highway Patrol, Los Angeles PD, El Monte PD, and joining in for their first year was the United States Marine Corps from Twenty-nine Palms.

Although the Marines did not show up in the helicopter, they did provide many of the toys being given away to children. Over 65 uniformed personnel participated in the toy distribution, and many of them on their own time.

All of the participants met at the San Bernardino International Airport, Jet Center, where they were greeted event coordinator Richard Estes from the Riverside Police Air Support unit. A Loma Linda Hospital staff member gave special instructions to the participants on patient contacts. After the short meeting, a procession of motorcycles, swat vehicles, marked police cars, and several unmarked units left the Jet Center, and started driv-

ing towards Loma Linda Children's Hospital with red lights. The police motorcycle units took the lead escorting the procession through traffic. The Helicopters left a short time later, giving enough time for all to arrive at hospital at the same time.

As first of four helicopters started to descend upon the hospital grounds; several kids in small red wagons and in wheel chairs (some still connected to their IV machines) were all cheering and waving at the helicopters. There were also parents, nurses, doctors, hospital staff members, and some administrators that seemed just as excited as the kids. The roars and air wash from the helicopters were blowing wild among the spectators, which made the experience more exciting for everyone. After the arrival of the fourth Helicopter, the motorcycles and police cars came in driving up the sidewalks with full red lights and loud sirens.

The hospital held a short welcoming ceremony for all those who participated in the fly-in and the officers were thanked for their support and dedication to the Children's Hospital.

After the ceremony, many of the children were able to sit inside the helicopters and play with the joy-sticks!

Some kids were allowed to push buttons, activate the sirens and lights, and talk on the vehicle's PA System. Other kids were able to sit on the motorcycles and pose for pictures! One of the kids was twoyear-old Oakley, who was there with his parents Vincent and Trisha Costelow. Oakley had the opportunity to sit in a San Bernardino Po-

lice car with Officer John Di Mola, who showed Oakley how to use all the different buttons.

San Bernardino Police Chief Jarrod Burguan took time out of his busy schedule to participate in the activities. Chief Burguan was able to fly-in one of the helicopters and later walk the hospital's corridors, going room-to-room, giving gifts with several officers from his Department. However, there were many children that were being isolated in their rooms because of their immunity systems. In many cases, the gifts were handed over to a family members or a nurse; and the officers were able to wave to the young patients through the glass doors.

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San Bernardino Police Traffic Sergeant Vicky Cervantes (left) and Police Chief Jarrod Burguan (right) holding toys to be distributed to the kids at the Loma Linda Children's Hospital.

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Two year old Oakley Costelow, who was at the hospital with his parents Trisha and Vincent; had to opportunity to sit in a San Bernardino Police Car with Officer John Di Mola showing him all of the buttons to the red lights and sirens.

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Four helicopters and 25 motorcycles descend upon the north courtyard at the Loma Linda Hospital.

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Andrew Richards escaped death to become cross country "People's Champion"

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By Harvey M. Kahn

here were about 399 cross county runners from eight high schools who finished in front of Cajon's Andrew Richard last Saturday's at the Citrus Belt League championships. Only 12 qualified for the CIF-Finals. Those who qualified ran the three-mile course in under 19 minutes.

Richards was considered a winner by finishing last with a time of 33 minutes.

Running cross country is therapy for the 14-year-old freshman who has been recovering from a horrific motorcycle accident half his life. Richard's head trauma was so extensive he was on the brink of being declared medically dead after being life support.

Cajon cross country coach Eric Abrams described the day Andrew banged into another cyclist while racing in a novice competition at a Adelanto track. The impact sent him airborne with his head crashing into the concrete," explained Abrams. "His mother was going through the process of having his organs donated. They went as far

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Cajon's Samantha Poliakon became a 3-time, CIF qualifier at the Citrus Belt League championships held Nov. 1st at Yucaipa Community Park. Teammate Andrew Richards was crowned the CBL "People's Champ" after his miraculous recovery.

as knowing who was to receive his organs."

Andrew's mother, Michelle Richards detailed her son's long

and ongoing recovery. "Andrew was in a coma for two weeks. We were told he wouldn't make it and if he did he'd be in a vegetative

state. Then we were told he'd be in a wheel chair the rest of his life. It was day by day. He was 42 pounds when I carried him into the house.

It was like lifting a marionette puppet. He had to learn to walk and talk again. He's now running. He is a miracle."

At the CBL finals held in Yucaipa, that's why the large crowd waited at the finish line causing the award ceremonies to be delayed 10 minutes. Everyone wanted to be at the finish line to see Richards complete his three-mile cross country event. Someone in the crowd was said to be yelling "champion, champion."

"I suggested I tryout for cross country. I go to therapy everyday because I'm still recovering from a brain injury. The kids on the team are a part of my recovery. They are very supportive and I need that."

Richards said when the pain gets too much during a run, he eats a granola bar and the pain disappears.

"Andrew's story cannot go unnoticed," declared Abrams. "His legs don't allow for a full range of motion. He still drags one leg but he doesn't let his limitations stop him.

Not only has he cut 10 minutes off his time, he makes every challenge less challenging for us all. He just wants to be one of the guys and that's how we treat him."

Michelle Richards said Andrew will be fitted with a biomagnetic leg brace in time for his tryout for Cajon's golf team, followed by a tryout for its track team. Michelle Richards credited her husband in helping with the daily physical therapy which includes workouts in the boxing gym. She said Andrew wants to be like his older brother Eric Austin-Richards, a starter on Cajon's football team.

"I love him to death," said stepfather Andy Mulgrew. "He's a miracle child. A strong willed kid who never complains and doesn't make excuses. He's getting better everyday. His right arm was atrophied but he worked until he could ride his bicycle. I have never seen anything like him in my life."

Mulgrew said his wife never left Andrew's side during the long hospital stay. "She questioned everything they were doing until she almost became an expert herself."

Colton overcomes early deficit to beat Grand Terrace

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By Richard Dawson

ll night long the Colton High School football team had to play catch up, and all night long they found ways to do just that in route to a 40-28 Sunkist League win over rival Grand Terrace on Friday, October 31.

Down 28-26 and facing a thirdand-long with nine minutes left in the fourth quarter, Colton quarterback Alex Toledo handed the ball off to running back Deandre Graham, who scampered down the right side of the field for the goahead 28-yard touchdown.

The drive was set up by a short Grand Terrace punt, deep in its

own territory, that was downed at the Titans 48.

Colton’s ensuing drive looked like it would turn into a three-andout. On the third-and-13 play, Toledo tried to find his receiver on a sideline route, but it fell incomplete. However ,a pass interference call against the Titans gave the Yellowjackets a first down and extended the drive. Three plays later, Graham made them pay.

The Colton defense that led the way in the fourth, limiting the Grand Terrace offense to 7 yards of offense after allowing 18 first downs in the previous three quarters.

The Yellowjackets erased a big first half deficit that had them down 20-7, tying the game at 20

before halftime. Toledo found Chris Florez for a 36-yard touchdown strike to make it 20-13. The extra point was blocked.

On the ensuing kickoff, the Titans fumbled away the ensuing kickoff at their 32. Four plays later, Toledo dumped a swing pass to Florez, who then passed it to Cameron Rowlett in the end zone to knot it up at 20.

After a rough preseason, Colton (4-5, 3-1 league) has turned things around in league and will travel to first place Kaiser (7-2, 4-0) on November 7, in a game that will have title ramifications on the line.

Grand Terrace (4-5, 2-2) will look to bounce back at Summit (5-3-1, 3-1).

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Redlands to honor veterans with parade, community picnic, musical lineup

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five area schools, including rialto high school’s Jrotc, will march during the nov. 11 Veterans’ day parade in redlands/

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By Yazmin Alvarez

parade complete with floats, musical performances and flyovers paying tribute to the dedicated men and women who have served in the armed forces is set Nov. 11 in Redlands.

Presented by the City, the second annual Veterans’ Day Parade and Picnic at Jennie Davis Park kicks off shortly before 9 a.m. at Redlands High School with the National Anthem honoring veterans of all wars and active duty military.

About 4,000 people are expected to show for this year’s event and being closely located near Norton Air Force Base, March Air Reserve Base and the Twentynine Palms Marine base, there are plenty of military veterans in the area to recognize, said parade or-

ganizer, City Clerk Sam Irwin.

This year’s parade--with Redlands native and World War II veteran Daniel Gonzales as Grand Marshall-- will feature live performances by five local school bands, four JROTC units, the Lindy Sisters and the Memoirs, flybys of military planes including a Sikorsky S58T and UH-1 “Huey Gunship helicopters, warbirds and formations from T-34s.

The parade will start at the intersections of Citrus Avenue and Redlands Blvd. then make its way toward Citrus Avenue to Eureka Street, north to State Street, west to Texas Street, north to Redlands Boulevard and west to Jennie Davis Park, along the southeast corner of Redlands Boulevard and New York Street.

Bleachers will be located on Citrus between Orange Street and Eureka and parking will be available

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a ceremony honoring local veterans will be begin at 10 a.m. at Jennie davis park.

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the city of redlands will honor local veterans nov. 11 during the second annual Veterans’ day parade and picnic.

south of the bleachers and at the Redlands Mall. Parking for Jennie Davis Park will be along the north end of the railroad tracks on Stuart Avenue as well at the Elk’s Lodge, 663 New York St. Along with the parade, the picnic and other event highlights will also begin at 9 a.m. but will pause at 10 a.m. for a ceremony featuring music by the Redlands 4th of July

Band, a POW/MIA observance, Laying of the Wreath, 21 gun salute and Taps and feature guest speaker Lt. Michael Montanez.

Picnic and event highlights at the park also include a kids’ zone, food trucks, vendor booths, craft breweries, military vehicles and classic cars on display and musical performances beginning at 1 p.m. by 8Track Rock n’ Roll Band .

Festivities will continue at the park throughout the afternoon. Admission is free.

To learn more visit, www.cityofredlands,org.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com