Inland Empire Weekly November 13 2014

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Mariposa Elementary students honor, learn from veterans

Veterans Day Highlights A8, 9 & A20

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Students from Mariposa Elementary School honored veterans Friday with a special ceremony.

Mariposa Elementary School in introduce veterans to the children.

By Yazmin Alvarez Redlands Friday learned the sig- Leading the ceremony was Air olding an American Flag nificance of Veterans Day from a Force Lt. Col. Lawrence “Larry” Hanfland who posed the question, in one hand and with group of veterans themselves.

The event, a Veterans Day and their hand on their heart Mariposa, cont. on next pg. with another, students from flag ceremony presentation, was held for its 400-plus students to

Aquinas High School honors alumni veterans

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Aquinas High School in San Bernardino held an assembly honoring veteran alumni.

By Yazmin Alvarez

hile thousands of stuobserved dents Veterans Day with a day off, students from Aquinas High School in San Bernardino observed the holiday by honoring

veteran alumni with a special assembly Tuesday.

This was the first time the school hosted a Veterans Day assembly to honor veterans, in particular alumni from the school, said Alumni director Lacey Tello.

The assembly included an Honor

Guard procession, guest speaker Charles Cervantes, class of 1963 U.S. Navy, and a tribute to alumni vets with a rendition of God Bless America performed by sophomore student Khaeryst Estrella and Veterans, cont. on next pg.

November 13, 2014

Toy donations sought for community block party

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he City of Redlands Recreation Division and Redlands Police Department along with several local businesses are collecting toys for the 17th Annual Children’s Christmas Block Party.

All monetary and toy donations will assist in providing toys, food, bicycles, games and crafts to children during the annual block party, which is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Redlands Community Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave. The annual block party has an average attendance of 3,000 to 5,000 families. For many of the children, this will be the only “Christmas” they receive.

You can join in the spirit of giving by donating new, unwrapped toys for children between the ages of 4 and 12. Toys may be dropped off through Dec. 12 at the following locations throughout the City: Toyota of Redlands – 921 New York St. Redlands Ford – 1121 W. Colton Ave. Redlands Metro Nissan – 1665 Industrial Park Ave. Gerrards Market -705 W. Cypress Ave. Redlands Family Restaurant107 E. Colton Ave. A.K. Smiley Public Library – 125 E. Vine St. Redlands Olive Avenue Market – 530 W. Olive Ave. Oscar's Restaurant -19 N. 5th St. Hogi Yogi – 501 E. Citrus Ave. Redlands Community Center 111 W. Lugonia Ave. Redlands Police Department 1270 W. Park Ave.

For additional information on the Children’s Christmas Block Party, contact Officer Elyzabeth Green at (909) 798-7534 ext 2.

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Mariposa Elementary Veterans Day Flag Ceremony Nov. 7.

Mariposa Elementary celebrated veterans with a flag ceremony Nov. 7.

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What is a veteran?

Dozens of students eagerly answered and were anxious to learn more from the decorated men.

As part of the ceremony, retired veterans from each branch of the military held a flag presentation and students sang the National Anthem as they waived individual flags. Students also presented the Veterans, cont. from front

accompanied on guitar by senior Raymond Abrina, according to a news release.

“Aquinas is very proud of our graduates and several have gone on to have very extensive military careers” said Dr. Jim Brennan, president of the school. “The list includes a Lieutenant General, Naval commanders, and military physicians to name a few. Aquinas has many reasons to be proud with a 100 percent graduation rate for last several years and 98 percent of those going on to attend college.”

The assembly was an aim to introduce students to veterans as well as introduce experiences such as the Missing Man table ceremony, a ceremony commonly found in

veterans with gifts.

A flag ceremony is held every week on Friday’s at the school for all first- through fifth-grade students, said Mariposa principal Scott Bohlender.

“It is our community building time where we learn together as a school.”

At the ceremonies, students and teachers say the Pledge of Allegiance, sing a patriotic song and

many Veterans organizations which honors the over 1600 personnel listed by the Department of Defense as missing or unaccounted for.

Other highlights from the assembly included special recognition of Vietnam Era veterans as part of the Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. To honor these veterans, students displayed a variety of educational information about the Vietnam War around the campus the week before the assembly and conducted a special recognition of the alumni veterans who served during the Vietnam era, said organizers.

“I feel very fortunate to have been able to celebrate the service men and women who sacrificed so much for the freedoms that my friends and I enjoy on a daily basis” said

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Cpl. Eric Almeida and family adopted two dogs through the San Bernardino County Animal Shelter's 2013 Pets to Vets adoption event. This week, veterans and members of the military will be honored with free pet adoptions at county shelters.

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watch a performance put on by students, he added.

“The school has had the tradition of holding Flag Ceremonies for more than 20 years,” Bohlender said.

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

Ryan Taylor, a senior who also helped MC the assembly, in the news release.

Fellow senior, Chloe Smith, a Cadet Major for the California Cadet Corps, had the same sentiments.

“Having served in the California Cadet Corps for 10 years, I have always had a profound respect for men and women in the Armed Forces. I was honored to celebrate with them today and it is pretty special to know they are fellow falcons as well”, she said.

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

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an Bernardino County Animal Care and Control (ACC) will recognize U.S. veterans with free pet adoptions Nov. 8 - 16, 2014.

Veterans and active duty members of the military can adopt dogs and cats from one of the County’s animal shelter facilities located in Devore or Big Bear Lake through the shelter’s “Pets to Vets.” The outreach is part of the County’s ongoing effort to place homeless pets with loving families.

ACC will place up to 50 dogs or cats free of charge to qualified U.S. military veterans and members of the military. There is a limit of 2 adoptions per qualified veteran. No cost adoptions includes micro chipping. Licensing fee is not included. Limit two animals per veteran. Discount ap-

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Aquinas High School seniors Chloe Smith and Ryan Taylor. plies to first 50 animals adopted.

The “Animals are First Fund” (ARFF), a local non-profit charitable organization that assists stray animals in San Bernardino County, will be paying for the vaccination, adoption and the spay or neuter fees for the adoptions made to qualified military veterans at San Bernardino County operated animal shelters.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to match pets that need homes with deserving military veterans who would appreciate companionship,” said Brian Cronin, Chief of San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control.

To participate, veterans need to provide one form of valid military identification. Valid identification includes a Veterans Identification Card, VA Health Card, Department of Defense/Uniformed Services ID Card, Disabled American

Veterans Life Member ID Card, American Legion ID Card, DD214 form, a Disabled Veteran California State Park and Recreation Pass, or a letter from the San Bernardino County Office of Veterans Affairs.

Animals can be adopted from the following San Bernardino County shelters: The Devore Animal Shelter, located at 19777 Shelter Way, San Bernardino, (909) 386-9820 or the Big Bear Animal Shelter located at 42080 Northshore Drive, Big Bear City, (909) 866-4943.

For more information about the “Pets to Vets” program, please call San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control at 1-800472-5609. ~County of San Bernardino

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Words to Think About: Depression is Universal

and around the world. Medication to alleviate its symptoms runs into the billions of dollars every year.

Thousands of hours are spent each week with clients seeking help. It is estimated there are 39,000 suicides each year in the USA, most of them involving some aspect of depression.

Mental depression is a part of humans without discrimination.

Men and women, young and old, black, brown, yellow and white, rich and poor, educated and uneducated.

In other words, depression is universal. And it is ageless in its universality. For example, a unique account is recorded in the Bible, I Kings chapters 18 and 19.

It occurred about 3000 years ago when Ahab was king and Jezebel was queen of Israel.

Elijah was a prophet and was in

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D. conflict with Ahab, Jezebel and epression is an illness the priests of Baal. The climax that plagues millions of comes about when Elijah slaughpeople in our country ters the priests. Then Jezebel

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takes over and threatens to kill Elijah. He runs for his life.

After several hours, he stops and exhausted, collapses under a juniper tree. After a good night’s rest, he awakens and God has a sumptuous meal waiting for him.

After running some more he arrives at a cave, takes another nap and eats another meal.

He is in deep depression. He’s lonely, afraid of Jezebel, feels that he is the only one serving God, and without friends.

God speaks to him and shows Elijah 7000 men to combat Ahab.

He assures Elijah he is not alone and he is to anoint Elisha to assist him. Jezebel is thrown to the dogs and eventually Elijah goes to heaven in a whirlwind.

Elijah’s recovery from depression is good therapy. 1) Rest and a good sleep. 2) A satisfying meal and more rest. 3) Encouragement from friends. 4) Dependence on the Power (God) beyond himself.

Serious bouts of depression have

Loma Linda Lopers history contains more than holiday half marathons

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By Harvey M. Kahn

he Loma Linda Lopers running club is prepping for its 25th Holiday Classic Half Marathon and 5K, yet the group itself has been around 38 years. It once hosted the first full annual marathon in the Inland Empire in the 1970's-80's. From its beginnings in 1976 when Don Hall and some friends met for a friendly morning of jogging, the Lopers grew to a reported 1,156 members.

The late Ellis Jones was the person who helped transform the "the friendly run-for-fun club" into a more organized enterprise. Jones' use of the media resulted in sensational reading about Lopers on a weekly basis. In the mean time Jones left an impressive timeline to the current club, whereby annual dues have grown from $2 per year to $90. The cost to run a race was once 25 cents, now its $60.

Jones made sure reporters knew of Loper members like Hulda Crooks and Jim Perry. Crooks was running and climbing mountains at age-90. Perry made headlines as a Boston Marathon finisher and ultra-marathon runner. Perry, 76, is the last of the founding Loper seven members still active in the club. He can be witnessed on most Sundays putting in mileage around the Loma Linda Drayson Sports Center.

"We wouldn't have thought in our wildest dreams that this would have grown into what it has today," said Perry, who eventually became the Loper's president and race director. He was a board member for 28 years. After teaching at La Sierra University, Perry worked as a licensed recreational therapist at Loma Linda University Medical Center. He said running with the Lopers can rid those of the smoking habit, deter constipation, and ease stress.

He went on to name judges, doctors, former olympians, elected officials and small business owners who have been Loper's over

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Former Loma Linda Loper Hulda Crooks gained the running club international publicity due to amazing running and mountain climbing feats performed into her late-80's.

the years. Internationally recognized scholar/evangelist Bernard Taylor was race director for three years and still trains with the Lopers.

"The stories are amazing. Almost everyone has got a great one," said Colleen Sproul, race director for this year's Loma Linda's Holiday Classic half marathon and 5K runs. Registration for the Dec. 7 event is underway. The fee is $60. Veterans, student and group discounts are available. The inaugural 1990 Holiday Classic was started to coincide with the

20th anniversary of Loma Linda cityhood. Sproul told of Loper cancer survivors. Others who have shed lots of weight, and someone who lost an arm. Another finished a Loper race despite being born with no feet.

Current Loma Linda Lopers president Jim Walling has been with the club since 1981. He said up to 25 years ago the Lopers hosted two full marathons per year. The routes consisted of just over 26 miles starting on Barton Road, through Grand Terrace, Reche Canyon, Pigeon Pass and Sunnymead. "It got to the point where the growth of Moreno Valley caused too much traffic," said Walling."A full marathon needs a ton of volunteers. We have 150 volunteers for the half marathon and that still isn't enough."

Walling, Perry and Sproul agreed that the Lopers are a safe place to meet with friends, establish new ones, while getting fit with group support. Walling estimates that most of the current 550 members are walkers. Walling could not tell how many Lopers alumni there are. It could number 7,500.

The Lopers gained national exposure in the 1980's from a Gatorade commercial filmed using Loma Linda Lopers as extras with closeup camera time.

During that time, the sensationally elderly Crooks was featured in a cross section of health magazines. Perry was quoted in a People Magazine feature on Crooks, who once held the U.S. record in her age group (89) in the 10K. Mavis Lindgren established a new American Marathon record in her age category (71) at the 1978 Loma Linda Lopers Orange Grove Marathon. Lindgren finished the 26.2 mile run through the once abundant groves in four hours, forty five minutes.

Perry advises those who run or workout to remember to take time off to heal. Walling tells runners to avoid listening to music with headphones because, "It deters your ability to hear necessary warning sounds."

been experienced by many famous people. Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Ludwig Von Beethoven, Vincent Van Gogh, Isaac Newton, Brooke Shields, Jane Pauley, Terry Bradshaw, Ernest Hemingway, Johnny Depp, Robert Downey, Jr., Mark Twain, Dick Cavett and plus hundreds of others.

In This Week, national magazine, there is a headline, “Robin Williams: Depression’s Deadly Grip.” So it was and is.

Michael Friedman, writing about Williams for CNN, said, “He seemed to have it all, talent, fame, fortune, adoration of millions.” Then he wrote an illuminating comment. “Depression does not discriminate, cannot be bargained with, and shows no mercy.”

There is a minimal depressive state that is often ignored. Some call it “the blues,” others call it “feeling down,” others refer to it as “sadness.” Men particularly

don’t understand when women describe themselves as suffering from PMS. Medication or therapy is seldom necessary. The story of Elijah is more appropriate; a good night’s sleep, or a good meal or meeting with a good friend.

One final admonition about depression. David Weigel, columnist recently wrote, “If you’ve never suffered from depression you really can’t fathom how crushing it can be.”

The symptoms are often selfdoubt, self-loathing, fears of failure and abandonment. “It’s a brutal disease that hijacks your mind and your life.”

It is vitally important for loved ones and friends of persons that suffer from depression, that victims of depression need understanding, compassion and assurance. A basic diagnosis is victims almost inevitably have a sense of worthlessness.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

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Yazmin Alvarez

It’s getting cold out, bundle up or you’ll get sick — or will you?

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ow that we’re in the middle of November and Thanksgiving is just around the corner, there’s finally some relief from the heat—finally.

November equals cooler temperatures, which equals hearty down home cooking and hot chocolate, warm cookies— boy am I ready to eat.

But don’t get too excited. This piece isn’t about Thanksgiving or even food (c’mon I’m not always that predictable), it’s about seasons.

Fall and winter and the flu season, actually.

And if you grew up hearing the same thing I did, and still do, you’ve heard it a million times: Don’t go outside without a jacket, you’re going to get sick.

Don’t go to sleep with your hair wet, you’re going to get sick.

Cover up, you’re going to get sick.

I can go on and on...

But do cold temperatures really get us sick?

No, well not entirely, according to a CNN report published Oct. 31.

Yes, it’s common that we tend to get sick more when the weather gets colder, but it isn’t actually the cold weather that causes the common cold. According to the report, it’s what we do when it gets cold out.

"When the weather turns cold, we all run indoors, where air is recycled and we're often in close quarters with other people and viruses. We all sneeze on top of each other," says Dr. Sorana Segal-Maurer, chief of the Dr. James J. Rahal Jr. Division of In-

fectious Disease at New York Hospital Queens, in the report.

Hmm…”we all sneeze on top of each other”... sounds like germs to me.

Yes, viruses cause colds.

Here’s her explanation: "Dry and cold conditions are probably more high-risk situations for viruses because of dry mucosa," adds Segal-Maurer. The mucosa, she says, is what lines your trachea, the back of your throat and your sinuses. Viruses invade the mucosa and start growing, causing your cold.

And that's viruses -- as in, plural. The common cold isn't just one type of virus: When you say "I've got a cold," that could mean you have one of many bugs.”

And here’s the explanation from a Fox News report published Nov. 12: “The truth lies in how the weather affects colds after you’re infected,” says Dr. LeeAnna Lyne from Susquehanna Health Medical Group in Pennsylvania.“Cold weather causes decreased blood flow in the nose, ears, hands, etc., to keep the heart and brain protected. This causes dryness and a decreased ability of the nose to filter pathogens like viruses,” making you vulnerable and aggravating already-present symptoms.

So my take on all this—keep it simple folks—just wash your hands and don’t go around sneezing and wiping your face then shaking hands and touching things, for everyone’s well-being.

And of course, a few tips on how to stay healthy:

1. Practice cleanliness and good hygiene.

Wash your hands often and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds to wash away germs. Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes to prevent the spread of pathogens you may have picked up on a doorknob or countertop.

2. Dress for the conditions.

While stepping outside without your coat or with wet hair won’t give you instant pneumonia (sorry, moms), it can stress your immune system or worsen existing symptoms. Dressing warmly protects you from this increased susceptibility and from the risks of frostbite and hypothermia if you become stranded in a storm, for instance.

Visit www.foxnews.com/health 6 ways to combat the health effects of cold weather to read the rest of the tips.

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Please Join Us for the 4th Annual Reception of the George Brown Legacy Project

y late husband George Brown devoted his life and career to equal justice, education, and public service.

These 3 themes stand out in 3 leaders who have built a better Inland Region.

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Sunday, November 16, 2014 at the Chaffey Community Museum of Art, 217 S. Lemon Ave. in Ontario from 5pm to 7pm., for our 4th annual reception of the George Brown Legacy Project to celebrate their contributions and one other person special to George and me:

George knew this bipartisan trio well. Their endeavors for civil rights, public schools, and responsive local government in Riverside and San Bernardino counties carry on his mission.

they return home. But Veterans Day is a special day when we can come together as a community to say thank you, highlight their service and honor the men and women “As Americans it is our responsi- who have put it all on the line to bility to honor the tremendous fight for our values and keep us bravery and sacrifice of our na- safe. tion’s veterans each and everyday by providing them with the high- “This Veterans Day, as a newly est quality healthcare, job training elected member of Congress, I am and transition counseling when pledging to honor the veterans in Right-to-die legislation opponents aren’t terminally sick. How could they possibly know what a person of sound mind who is very

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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 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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Native American Heritage Way World Outreach meeting needs of San Bernardino community Month Celebration

HO: All county departments, community and faith based organizations, and community members interested in celebrating National Native American Heritage Month.

Native American Heritage Month is celebrated November 1 through November 30.

dancing, entertainment and food.

WHY: The purpose of the celebration is to further our understanding of the Native American culture through education and collaboration and to promote mental health awareness, and also to remember and recognize the many accomplishments and contribuWHAT: The Department of Be- tions of Native Americans to our havioral Health’s Native American nation.

Awareness sub-committee of the Cultural Competency Advisory WHEN: Tuesday, November 18, Committee, in partnership with the 2014 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Riverside San Bernardino County Indian Health Inc., and the Univer- WHERE: University of Redsity of Redlands’ Native Student lands — Orton Center , Program.

1200 Colton Ave., Redlands, CA 92373 The event will include a keynote presentation from Theresa Payne, CONTACT: For additional ina citizen of the Cherokee Nation formation, questions, or interpretaand active member of the Chero- tion/translation needs please kee Community of the Inland Em- contact Patricia Verduzco at (909) pire. The event will also include 388-0864 or 711 for TTY users. educational workshops, cultural

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burgeoned to two sprawling campuses in San Bernardino with over 7,000 parishioners attending weekly services. The Way World Outreach was founded by two half-brothers, Senior Pastor Marco Garcia and Assistant Pastor Robert Cuencas. They began their mission traveling door-todoor in San Bernardino inner-city neighborhoods, assessing needs and providing assistance.

Today the main campus is located on north Sierra Way, and the new downtown campus on Arrowhead Avenue. According to Cuencas it was important for the ministry to maintain a downtown presence because the need is so great compared to other neighborPHOTO COURTESY/THE WAY WORLD hoods in San Bernardino.

“We find what people need, we OUTREACH meet those needs and we love the The Way World Outreach, people,” Cuencas said. He idenfounded by two brothers in tifies poverty, drugs and broken families as the major affliction of 2004, Pastor Marco Garcia the community he serves, and ofand Assistant Pastor Robert fers comfort to them through the Cuencas, identifies and meets word of God. “Over 40 percent the needs of the San are on government assistance.”

Bernardino community. The The downtown campus opened ministry is rapidly expanding, over a year ago and is a sprawling holding weekly services to 30,000-square-foot facility that 7,000 parishioners. Pictured is cost over $1 million to construct, Pastor Garcia delivering a ser- all of which was funded through offerings. It’s at this campus mon. where Way Out Services is headquartered, a program that Cuencas

By MJ Duncan describes as the heartbeat of their mission. hat started ten years Way Out Services provides a ago as a small, hum- multitude of assistance to anyone ble ministry has since in the community in need, ranging

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from homelessness, hunger, transportation, job training, recovery, GED, ID cards, utility payment assistance and job placement.

“If someone’s lights are going to get turned off, we’ll go and pay their bill for them,” Cuencas used as an example. Funding comes solely from offerings and alms.

“Many of the people we’ve helped in the past who are back on their feet want to support and help others. It’s a miracle.”

There are over two dozen inhouse ministries, summer programs for students, after school programs, trips to amusement parks, hot meal service, parenting classes and much more.

According to Cuencas last Thanksgiving over 2,000 plates were served at the downtown campus, and anticipates up to 4,000 this year because the need is greater. Christmas is held at the Main Campus where 5,000 presents are distributed.

Volunteers are always needed, as well as donations in any form.

There are a total of 13 full weekly services between the two campuses, including children and high school classes. The main campus is located at 3701 N. Sierra Way, and the downtown campus at 1001 N. Arrowhead Avenue in San Bernardino. For more information, please call (909) 884-1385 or visit www.wayworldoutreach.org.

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ity Council Meetings

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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fternoon Delight Dance Socials

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., ation on the weekly market to help includes dinner, music, entertainColton. For more information, promote health and wellness to the ment, keynote speaker and cocommunity. please call (909) 887-3472. munidad. Register by November 7 at emocratic LunchHOMECOMING.UCR.EDU

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an Bernardino Farmers Fair & Market Night

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hanksgiving Night of Celebration

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eorge Brown Legacy Project Reception

Saturday, December 20 at 7:30pm. Please join in keeping George Brown’s legacy alive.

The reception will take place at Chaffey Community Museum of Art located at 217 S. Lemon Ave., Ontario, 91761. During the reception Lois Carson, Patricia “Corky” Larson and Sam Crowe will be honored as well as outgoing Congresswoman Gloria Negrete McLeod. Tickets for the reception are $50. For information call 323-669-9999.

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Sunday, November 16 from 5pm to 7pm. The San Bernardino Symphony is gearing up for their first holiday concert in many years. The “Home for the Holidays” concert will feature music from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite, Anderson’s Festival of Carols, Handel’s Messiah and Judas Maccabaeus, Williams’ Home Alone, and more. All regular season concerts will be performed at the historic California Theatre, 562 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino. Both season and individual tickets may be purchased by calling (909) 381-5388 or visiting the Symphony box ofSaturday, December 6 at CSUSB Join in to Help All To fice at 198 N. Arrowhead Ave., Succeed! We're gathering our en- San Bernardino. tire familia dating back from the 1985 delegates to our most recent Email your calendar 2014 alumni. The cost is only $10 to help cover expenses items to iecn1@mac.com

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AARP Ballroom Dance Cheater 224 honors their Veterans

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he San Bernardino AARP Chapter celebrates it veterans. Every year this group honors its Vets. AARP Chapter 224 is a Ballroom Dancing group that has been meeting since November 14, 1969.

They are currently meeting every Saturday morning at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at Patton State Hospital employee cafeteria. The number of those attending changes throughout the year, but it's not usual to have between 40 to 70 members in attendance.

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Harry Higashi served in the U.S. Air Force from 1946 to 1970. Harry spent 3 years in Vietnam, 1 year in Argentina, 3 years in Hawaii, and 3 years in Japan. Harry's last title with the military was as a Master Sergeant/Aero Space Ground Technician Supervisor.

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he San Bernardino AARP Chapter celebrates it veterans. Every year this group honors its Vets. AARP Chapter 224 is a Ballroom Dancing group that has been meeting since November 14, 1969. They are currently meeting every Saturday morning at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at Patton State Hospital employee cafeteria. The number of those attending changes throughout the year, but it's not usual to have between 40 to 70 members in attendance.

The Veterans are from all branches of service. Some Vets have served in World War II and others from Korea and Vietnam.

This year there were 13 vets in attendance. The attendees were: Gloria Antrobus, Virgil Fulton, Gordon Kammeyer, Nick Pasiuk, Alma Fornal, Dave Murakami, Dick Fixsen, Jim Snow, Harry Higashi, Bill Carp, Alfonso Cervantes, Doug Sloney and Leonard Craig.

One of the members, Alma Fornal, served as a Women Air Force Service Pilot (WASP) in WWII and is a Metal of Honor recipient.

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The attendees were: (front row, left to right) Gloria Antrobus, Virgil Fulton, Gordon Kammeyer, Nick Pasiuk, Alma Fornal, Dave Murakami, (back row, left to right) Dick Fixsen, Jim Snow, Harry Higashi, Bill Carp, Alfonso Cervantes, Doug Sloney, and Leonard Craig.

Alma is doing very well and is fast and quick on the dance floor, for a 94-year old Vet! Alma's Dance Partner, Nick Pasiuk, served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1946. Nick was a Sergeant and was part of the U.S. Armed Boarder Patrol (Military Police) and patrolled our boarders on horseback! Just before serving in the military, Nick worked at the Norton Bomb Site.

Harry Higashi served in the U.S. Air Force from 1946 to 1970.

Harry spent 3 years in Vietnam, 1 year in Argentina, 3 years in Hawaii, and 3 years in Japan.

Harry's last title with the military was as a Master Sergeant/Aero Space Ground Technician Supervisor. After Harry's service, he came to San Bernardino in about 1974 and worked 20 years with the City PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOC of San Bernardino's Automotive Department.

Anyone may attend the AARP Alma Fornal (right) served as a Women Air Force Service Pilot Ballroom Dance meetings. There (WASP) in WWII and is a Metal of Honor recipient. Alma is doing is a fee of $5.00 to attend the very well and is fast and quick on the dance floor, for a 94-year dance, which includes food, bever- old Vet! Nick Pasiuk (left) served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to ages, and music.

1946. Nick was a Sergeant and was part of the U.S. Armed Boarder Patrol (Military Police) and patrolled our boarders on horseback! Just before serving in the military, Nick worked at the Norton Bomb Site.

100 Pumpkin Pies for San Bernardino Salvation Army

t Inland Empire Job Corps Center, we are gearing up for our 14th annual Thanksgiving pie baking feast for the less fortunate in our community. For the past 13 years, we have donated pies to The Salvation Army in San Bernardino.

The Inland Empire Job Corps Culinary Arts students will bake delicious holiday pies in hopes of making their holiday brighter. The shelter in San Bernardino looks forward to seeing our Culinary Arts students each year delivering the pies, and we are grateful to be able to provide and spread holiday cheer for those in need. This donation has become a tradition for our Culinary Arts students and The Salvation Army.

The Culinary Arts students will start baking the pies on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 10 a.m. and will deliver the pies on Thursday, Nov.

20, at 10 a.m. to The Salvation Army shelter located at 925 W. 10th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410.

A big component of the Job Corps program is “service learning” training. By focusing on social, political, and cultural issues that are impacting the community, the Job Corps program aims to instill in its students a deeper appreciation for helping others and their community. The goal of the Job Corps program is to get students to become productive and contributing members of their communities and society.

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Stater Bros. “harvesting hope” through holiday food/fund drive

By MJ Duncan

he holiday season is quickly approaching and many are anticipating family gatherings and holiday dinners, but for many in the community this is a time of angst as they struggle with the uncertainty of where their next meal will come from, much less a holiday feast. Stater Bros. Markets, along with its charitable arm Stater Bros. Charities, is striving to fight hunger again this

winter through its annual “Harvesting Hope in our Community” food and fund drive at each of their 167 supermarkets throughout the months of November and December.

Community members have the opportunity to join in the fight against hunger by donating nonperishable food items in food donation barrels located at the front of each supermarket, purchasing a grocery bag filled with food bank necessities for under $10, or making additional cash contributions at

time of check out.

Funds raised over the next two months will be donated back into the community to local food banks next summer, when food reserves are traditionally low.

Stater Bros. Charities is donating $450,000 to food banks and feeding programs in the six Southern California counties it serves. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Stater Bros. will be partnering for one day with KTLA-TV for a food collection drive at three markets located in Chino, Placentia and Santa Clarita.

"Stater Bros. is proud to partner with area food banks and local non-profit agencies to serve the needs of our local communities," said Jack H. Brown, Chairman and Chief Executive Office of Stater Bros. Markets. "Many of our hard working customers have exhausted their resources and are being forced to get extra help this holiday season. During these tough times … we will not let our customers stand alone," Brown further added.

In 2013 Stater Bros. “Harvesting

Hope in our Communities” donation drive raised over $6 million in cash and food donations which were used to provide 42 million meals for low income seniors, veterans, families and children in need.

In addition to the Harvesting Hope Campaign, volunteers from the Salvation Army will begin their red kettle program in front of Stater Bros. supermarkets from Nov. 17 – Dec. 23 that will be used locally to help those in need.

Parade, Ceremony in Colton honors military war veterans

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Residents look on as different cars carrying veterans as passengers drive through La Cadena Ave. during the Veterans Day parade on November 11.

By Anthony Victoria

esidents in the City of Colton gathered on both sides of La Cadena Avenue on Tuesday November 11 to recognize and honor veterans who have served in wars and conflicts dating back to World War II. The annual parade and ceremony was organized by the city’s American Legion Post 155. A variety of organizations and dignitaries, such as Colton’s Angels pep squad, current Mayor Sarah Zamora, councilmembers Susan Oliva, Deidre Bennett, Frank Navarro and David Toro, Mayor-elect Richard De La Rosa and the Fire and Police Departments joined veterans in driving through La Cadena, tossing out candy and other items to residents.

Once the parade was finished, residents joined veterans and city officials at Fleming Park in commemorating the sacrifice and bravery of the men and women that served in the four U.S. military branches.

David Toro--a former U.S. Marine--honored his fellow Marines by saying the motto, “Semper Fi”, meaning “Always Faithful” in Latin and by acknowledging the 239th Birthday of the branch. He said it is always a great honor to look back at history.

“We are one of the greatest fighting forces in the world,” said Toro.

“I want to say Thank you to everyone.”

Councilman Navarro said that along with Toro and all the fellow veterans in attendance, he remembers the days spent with friends and comrades in the military.

“Some of them are still with us, some of them are not,” he said.

“But we will never forget.”

Mayor Zamora--whose family has an extensive military background--said she understand the struggles military service men and

women go through as a result of their war experiences and acknowledges their sacrifices.

“I thank you all for being here today,” Zamora told veterans and residents who surrounded the theatre at Fleming Park. “We do acknowledge the sacrifices you have given so we can continue to have freedom here in the United States.”

World War II veterans Luis Contreras and Robert Rosales both expressed that efforts put forth by the city and community to organize parades and ceremonies makes them feel great and honored as servicemen.

“I’ve becoming for many years and I feel great,” said Contreras, who spent a year in a Nazi Prisoner of War Camp in Czechoslovakia. “It’s important that our efforts do not get forgotten.”

Rosales said city officials do a wonderful job and wishes them the

best in their future efforts. He mentioned that he is saddened during Veterans Day and Memorial Day events because he realizes many of his friends have passed on.

“I don’t see anyone that I can recognize anymore,” he said. “All my friends that I knew during the war are all gone.”

Colton Area Museum board member and Colton High School history teacher Dr. Luis Gonzalez said he believes it is important to keep veterans, particularly those who served in World War II in memory.

“I thought Today was a very good thing” said Gonzalez. “But we need to continue throughout the course of a year. A visit, a hello, or a card is all good. Keeping their memories alive is a big, big, deal.”

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World War II veteran Robert Rosales waves at the crowd during the City of Colton’s Veterans Day Parade on November 11.

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Dr. Luis Gonzalez (center) with World War II veterans, Gilbert Zamorano and Robert Rosales (right)

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Strike a pose! Santa Paws Pet Photos, Holiday Boutique return to HSSBV Nov. 22

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The holiday boutique will feature 20 vendors helping to get holiday shopping started.

By Yazmin Alvarez

50/50 drawing, raffle prizes, and feature Miss Alynette and the Q 104.7 Street Team offering plenty of giveaways.

While the event serves as a fundraiser for the HSSBV, Development & Community Outreach Coordinator Jill Henderson, said it’s also an opportunity for the group to give back.

In addition to helping the HSSBV, Santa Paws attendees are encouraged to bring donations of food for people and pets, as well as toys for children to help the organization’s food and toy drive to benefit Mary’s Table, Henderson added.

One Ontario Reign Hockey ticket voucher per family while supplies last will be given upon donation as a thank you, she said.

Santa Paws will be held at the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley, 374 W. Orange Show Road in San Bernardino.

For more information call 909386-1400.

parade complete Does the photo of you wearing that fuzzy ornament holiday sweater while holding Rex, the family iguana, still haunt you?

If so, this is the year to redeem yourself, and Rex, by heading over to the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley’s annual Santa Paws Pet Photos & Holiday Boutique Nov. 22.

The fundraising event is an opportunity for Fluffy the cat, Mr. VonSchnauzer or any family pet to dress in their holiday best and pose for photos with Santa—also a chance to make it off the awkward pet family photo list and onto everyone’s ‘good list’ for gifts— just in time for the holidays. Santa Paws is free to attend. Photos are $7 for 5x7s; $25 for a set of 50 personalized greeting cards with envelopes; and $10 for a sheet of eight wallets.

Photo registration will be open from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. and 5 x7 photo prints will be ready to take home the day of the event. Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for The first 100 families registered Inland Empire Community for photos will receive a Dave & Newspapers and can be reached Buster’s coupon, said organizers. at iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com Attendees will also be able to order holiday greeting cards featuring their pet’s photo. Adults and children are welcome in the photos.

Those purchasing photos this year will receive a gift bag from Blue Buffalo pet food company filled with treats, food and other items, and will also receive a free pet gift from Bennie’s Blankets and Accessories. Giveaways will be available while supplies last.

The holiday boutique will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m and will feature 20 vendors showcasing items for people and pets to start off the holiday shopping, a bake goods sale, and new this year, the Kona Ice truck.

Along with baked goods, the HSSBV has partnered with Eat Em Up Catering to offer tamales.

Cost is $1 per tamale and preorders at www.hssbv.org are recommended by Nov. 14 as they sell out fast, organizers said.

Event festivities will include a

Thorn Slaughter was among the several cats ready for photos with Santa at last year’s Sant Paws event.

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Santa Paws returns to the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley Nov. 22.

Pictured is Harley, a rescued pup, excited over his first photo with Santa during last year’s event.

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Thanksgiving Dinner to take place at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in San Bernardino on November 27

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Volunteers providing food to residents at last year’s Thanksgiving Dinner. The event has been organized annually by the United Methodist Churches of San Bernardino since 2011.

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By Anthony Victoria

fter years of organizing sunday service Thanksgiving potlucks for church members, the United Methodist Churches of San Bernardino decided four years ago to divert their attention to helping the less fortunate. The organization, which has been providing religious services since the 1950’s, realizes now that a good portion of the city’s population is in dire need of help.

“It was a different community

back then than it is now,” said Don Leiffer the Press Information representative for the United Methodist Churches. “Unfortunately, it is a troubled area now. We try to interface anyway we can with the community.”

The clergy group will be holding their Fourth Annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, from 11am to 3pm at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 785 N. Arrowhead, San Bernardino.

This Holiday Feast is open to everybody and free to all. According to the organization’s press re-

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In addition to food being served, the United Methodist Churches will provide residents access to their clothes closet, in case they are in need of clothing

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Health Kits and health services will also be available for residents who attend the Thanksgiving Dinner organized by the United Methodist Churches of San Bernardino.

lease, the menu for the dinner includes turkey, ham, vegetables, and bacon, among many items. There is a clothes closet available for those in need of warm clothing for the cold winter days. On a day when so many go hungry, the event gives local residents who lack food or other commodities an opportunity to get some hot food, warm clothes and good fellowship.

“There are many families in need in this city, who don’t have much or nowhere to go,” said Leiffer. “We believe this is a place where these residents can get some help.”

Volunteers come from various parts of the Inland Empire, from Menifee to Palm Springs, said Leiffer. In the past, United Methodist Churches have received helped from local high school students from Grand Terrace High School and other community organizations. Leiffer said the volunteers are “simple people” that enjoy spending their Thanksgiving helping others.

“These people are simply looking for a place to spend a good Thanksgiving,” Leiffer said of the volunteers.

On Thanksgiving, the volunteers will be serving approximately 400500 residents for 5 hours and will be responsible for working the kitchen and cleaning up after the dinner. In addition to providing meals, the United Methodist Churches plan to invite a health professional to answer any healthrelated questions.

“I wish we could do it more often,” said Leiffer. “Rather than serve ourselves, why not serve the community?”

For information on how you can donate food items or clothing, you may contact Don Leiffer at 909862-4688 or 909-499-1556.

Stater Bros. Charities donates transport vans to VA Medical Center in Loma Linda

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Stater Bros. Chairman and CEO and Navy Vet Jack H. Brown presented a check to VA Medical Center in Loma Linda Nov.4 for the purchase of four 12-Passenger Transport Vans.

Pictured left to right: Irene Willins, Nancy Negrette, Susan Atkinson, Brian Plein, Jack Brown and Director Barbara Fallen and Patricia Moreno.

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By Yazmin Alvarez

ransportation for veterans receiving assistance from the VA Medical Center in Loma Linda now comes with a little more elbow room thanks to a recent donation from Stater Bros. Charities.

The organization gifted more than $100,000 in funding toward the purchase of four, 12-passenger transport vans for the medical center Nov. 4. Stater Bros. Chairman and CEO Jack Brown, a Navy veteran, presented the check himself.

The vans, which are used daily for up to 16 hours, help transport veterans throughout the Inland-area to doctor appointments and the medical center, according to Stater Bros.

Charities. The vans are also used to assist veterans with errands and grocery shopping and also serves as a delivery van to transport medical

equipment to veterans’ homes, representatives added.

Since 2008, Stater Bros. Charities has donated a total of seven transport vans to the VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, according to a Stater Bros. Charities news release.

The vans have helped expand transportation to community clinics throughout the Inland area.

In addition to purchasing the vans, Stater Bros. Charities is also arranging for complete vehicle wraps with decorative signage for each of the vans, the release said.

The organization also held their annual Military Appreciation Night at the Ontario Reign hockey game Nov. 8, with the Reign team donning desert camouflage-inspired jerseys and socks. The attire was auctioned off following the game with proceeds going toward Stater Bros.

Charities to benefit various veterans organizations.

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REV claims CBL title with rout of Carter

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By Richard Dawson

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Wildcats' WR Kris Vaughn (#11) catches a pass while being tackled by a Lions defender.

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Running back Joey Harmon has a clear path for a score during Redlands East Valley's 45-14 win over Rialto Carter to claim the Citrus Belt League title on November 7.

edlands East Valley’s football team went on the road and dismantled Rialto Carter 45-14 to claim its sixth straight Citrus Belt League title on Friday, November 7.

The game had a playoff atmosphere with both bleachers packed with supporting fans, but REV (91, 7-0 league) wasted no time showing it was the superior team on Head Coach Kurt Bruich’s birthday.

Armando Herrera passed for 254 yards and three touchdowns and Malik Lovette scored three times as the Wildcats put on a clinic with 459 yards of offense.

After Carter (8-2, 6-1) opened the game with a punt, REV took its ensuing possession the length of the field and capped it off with a 9yard touchdown run by Joey Harman to make it 7-0.

REV proceeded to score on its next three possessions. Herrera found Lovette for a 25-yard scoring strike, followed by connections of 15 and 21 yards to CJ Harris to head into halftime up 31-7.

In all Lovette contributed 186 total yards (112 rushing, 74 receiving), including a 94-yard touchdown dash in the fourth to put an exclamation point on the rout.

Harris caught seven passes for 89 yards to go with the two touchdowns while Harman rushed for 63 yards and a score.

Carter struggled to move the ball all night, managing just 188 yards on 35 carries, and had constant setbacks with 12 penalties.

Zimore Zigler was a bright spot for Carter with a 73-yard touchdown run, he also intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble on defense.

The Lions had a chance to steal momentum before half when Daijon McFoy blocked a Wildcat punt, recovering the ball at the REV 7 but the Wildcats defense held stout and forced a 25-yard field goal attempt, and blocked it.

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REV WR (#7) CJ Harris looks to his sideline to celebrate after his second touchdown catch.

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Malik Lovette rushes for one of his 3 touchdowns for REV.

It was the Wildcats eighth round of the CIF-SS Inland Divistraight win and they will host J.W. sion playoffs.

North from Riverside in the first

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Baseball Camp starting in January

haffey College is hosting a six week baseball camp starting January 4. Chaffey assistant coach Chris Walters will direct the program in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy.

Classes are available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six

players per coach. Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning. Space is limited. Registration is now under way. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com, or call toll-free 866-622-4487.

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • November 13, 2014 • Page A13

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15th Annual 2014 Cruzin "E" Street Parade, Car Show Honors Veterans men in the chow line.

Mr. Antonio Fucci was an Airman in the Korean War (1950 to 1953), and served in a combat tour in a B-26 Douglas Invader with the 37th Bomb Squadron, 17th Bomb Wing. Antonio said, "his crew flew night interdiction missions to destroy the movement of enemy's men and materials, as well as delivery of effective front line support". Antonio owns an authentic military jeep equipped with American flags and a very large machine gun!

Mr. Pete Martinez was the Grand Marshall of the 2014 "E" St. Vet-

erans Parade. Pete was with the Airborne in Korea (1950 to 1953); where he was wounded twice. The first incident Pete was involved with was in a battlefield with the weather 32 degrees below zero, when a bullet struck his left leg. A year later Pete was administering first-aid to one of his men who had lost his arm. While waiting for a medic to show up, a mortar round exploded nearby and the concussion of the mortar blast knocked him over causing a severe head injury that put him in the hospital for four months.

Under his canopy enjoying the

festivities were David "Prez" Borrego and his wife Carmen from the Inland Empire. David and Carmen are part of a group called "Cruisers-for-Christ". They like to show off their cars and share their faith with the onlookers. David said that he attends the "Packing House", also known as Calvary Chapel of Redlands. You can't miss this club at the car shows.

They will be the only ones with a 10-foot wooden cross next to their cars.

One of the Grand Trophies, Best Original, went to Mr. Marcos Vargas of Highland, California.

PHOTO COURTESY/RICARDO TOMBOC

Mr. Pete Martinez was the Grand Marshall of the 2014 E St. Veterans Parade. Pete was with the Airborne in Korea; where he was wounded twice. The first incident Pete was in a battle field with the weather 32 degrees below zero, when a bullet struck his left leg. A year later Pete was administering first-aid to one of his men who had lost his arm. While waiting for a medic to show up, a mortar round exploded nearby and the concussion of the mortar blast knocked him over causing a severe head injury that put him in the hospital for 4 months.

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By Ricardo Tomboc

housands of car enthusiast, Veterans, and residents came to the 15th annual 2014 "Cruzin E Street" parade and car show in San Bernardino.

There was a spectacular showing of several authentic military vehicles with mounted cannons and machine guns. There were many veterans wearing their original uniforms.

The event was held in front of the Inland Empire Military Museum located on North E St., next to the McDonalds Museum and original McDonalds restaurant site. E Street was closed in both directions from 13th street to 16th Street. The entire event was sponsored by Mr. Albert Okura, founder of Juan Pollo.

After the parade, hundreds attended the festivities, including the car show and presentations of awards and a raffle that was held

in front of the McDonalds Museum. Both the Military museum and the McDonalds museum were open to the public. Many of the car show participants camped out under their canopies next to their cars while enjoying showing off their vintage cars. The weather was perfect for the event, and the air was clear making way for a stunning view of our local mountains.

Several vendors set up shop under their easy-ups selling food items and curiosities. Stater Bros. was there with their vintage truck.

Many dignitaries attended including Councilwoman Virginia Marquez and a representative from Assembly member Cheryl Brown's Office.

Behind the scenes, in the building behind the Military Museum, Albert Okura fed several hungry veterans all dressed in their uniforms.

There were over 40 men in various military uniforms waiting in line for chow! Mr. Antonio Fucci and Mr. Pete Martinez were two of the

PHOTO COURTESY/RICARDO TOMBOC

Mr. Antonio Fucci was an Airman in the Korean War (1950 to 1953), and served in a combat tour in a B-26 Douglas Invader with the 37th Bomb Squadron, 17th Bomb Wing. Antonio said that his crew "flew night interdiction missions to destroy the movement of enemy's men and materials, as well as delivery of effective front line support". Antonio owns an authentic military jeep equipped with American flags and a very large machine gun!

PHOTO COURTESY/RICARDO TOMBOC

Carmen and David "Prez" Borrego from the Inland Empire. David and Carmen are part of a group called "Cruisers-for-Christ". They like to show off their cars and share their faith with the onlookers.

From left to right: Carmen Borrego, David Borrego, Jay Guillen, Manuel Esparza, and Vernon McVowell.