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new feeding program

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retired San Bernardino county Sheriff’s Deputy Alex ramos, left, trains with 12-year-old Edward Sumeta at the cops4Kids gym. recent edition of the Battle of the Badges--a charity boxing event alifornia Institution for that helps raise thousands of dolMen (CMI) correctional lars for after school programs. officer Refugio Serna had a memorable boxing match in the Despite losing to Riverside By Anthony Victoria

Rialto ASA Girls 14U Softball AllStars qualify for National Championship with flare

County Sheriff’s Deputy William Adams, the 36-year-old father still considers himself a winner. He said the time he spends mentoring Cops4Kids cont. on page 2

Colton PD arrests man for felony vandalism near Fleming Park

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CJUSD Boxing gym provides officers space to train and mentor youth announces

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JB Jones Elementary Principal Velasco strives to identify, alleviate families’ needs to achieve academic progress

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Fleming Park, located at 525 north La cadena Drive.

By Anthony Victoria

Fleming Park on Sunday.

olton police officers According to Lt. Jim Joliff, 26arrested a man they say year-old resident Abel Soto was broke into several cars arrested for felony vandalism and during a community event at booked into the West Valley

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Detention Center Cucamonga.

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Joliff said officers responded to Vandalism cont. on page 2

JUSD’s Nutrition Services Department announces that it will begin serving a Supper/Snack meal to students enrolled in some district after-school programs this school year. The Child and Adult Care Food Program will provide a supper/snack meal to students enrolled in the district’s afterschool Think Together Program at the following sites: • Alice Birney Elementary, 1050 E. Olive Street in Colton • Crestmore Elementary, 18870 Jurupa Drive in Bloomington • Ulysses Grant Elementary, 550 W. Olive Street in Colton • Ruth Grimes Elementary, 1609 Spruce Avenue in Bloomington • Mary B. Lewis Elementary, 18040 San Bernardino Avenue in Bloomington • Abraham Lincoln Elementary, 444 E. Olive Street in Colton • William McKinley Elementary, 600 W. Johnston Street in Colton • Paul J. Rogers Elementary, 955 W. Laurel Street in Colton • Gerald A. Smith Elementary 9551 Linden Avenue in Colton • Woodrow Wilson Elementary, 780 S. 8th Street in Colton • Walter Zimmerman Elementary, 11050 Linden Avenue in Colton • Colton Middle School, 670 W. Laurel Street in Colton • Joe Baca Middle School, 1640 S. Lilac Avenue in Bloomington • Families needing to submit applications for free and/or reduced price meals may do so by visiting www.cjusd.net or contacting the Nutrition Services at (909) 580-6650, 325 N. Hermosa Avenue in Colton.

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“He welcomes any child who is willing to put in the time and effort that’s required to be a well-disciplined boxer. Carlos and all of us here want kids to have trust in us. We want them to perceive us as friendly [people].” --Boxing trainer Julian Serna on Cops4Kids Director Carlos Palomino.

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Jolliff explained the department is doing the best they can to address the incident at the park around 7 resident calls, despite being down p.m. and observed that two parked five officers. vehicles had their windows broken. Officers proceeded to check the “Our department is constantly surrounding area La Cadena Av- busy addressing calls,” Joliff said. enue and E and F Streets in at- “Officers respond to approximately tempts to find the suspect. 1,000 calls to all related incidents every week.” Officers returned to Fleming Park at 10 p.m. and positively identified Soto, who was then apprehended. Paulina Schiaretti, who attended Joliff said the department is inves- the Concerts at the Park event that tigating whether Soto is connected took place at Fleming Park on Sunto previous incidents of car theft or day, said she hopes incidents like burglary in the city. these won’t deter residents from visiting public spaces. According to the city’s crime statistics, 266 incidents of car theft “I feel bad for those people who have taken place from New Year’s had their cars vandalized,” she Day up until June 30. That’s about said. “It saddens me that people a 45-percent increase from 2015, like that are preying on residents. according to Joliff. In contrast, People need to speak up and report Burglary, which includes vehicle, individuals that partake on such residential, and commercial inci- acts. I know I would.” dents, is at 169 ( a 13-percent decrease from 2015).

Military Banner honors Patrick O. Gonzales

Julian Serna, 8, training at the Cops4Kids gym in Colton.

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through his training and mentor- Palomino said he considers boxship. He said many of his former ing to be a “non-prejudice sport.” his 8-year-old son Julian and students have returned to instruct “What you put in is what you other youth at the Cops4Kids the “next generation.” will get out of it,” he said. “EveryGym in Colton has helped him see “The relationship these young one can get involved, and everycommunity growth first hand. kids establish with our trainers is one gets treated with respect “These are four days of the week long-lasting,” he said. “It’s heart- here.” that I can be closer to my son,” felt to see the bonds these men Serna explained. “He comes here have with these young boxers. It’s Palomino believes the program helps create stronger relationships because he wants to like all these awesome.” with at-risk youth, who may othkids. It’s good seeing their hard work and progress. They put it all The program is mostly funded erwise have nothing else to do. through donations and fundraising out there.“ efforts, such as the Battle of the “We have awesome officers that Serna attributes the youth’s de- Badges, and business partner- can provide help to these kids,” he velopment to Cops4Kids Gym Di- ships. Lenos Ricos Tacos has con- said. “A lot of them are giving up rector Carlos Palomino’s his stern tributed to the Cops4Kids their time to be here. They somediscipline, organizational princi- program through food donations, times have to work double shifts ples, and his willingness to help while others have donated equip- to train and also compete. What ment. they get out of the experience others.

Around 80 to 90-percent of the youth who participate in the Cops4Kids program live in Colton, according to Palomino. Trainers interact with children ages 8 to 17, teaching them techniques such as sparring, counterpunching, and feet moves. At the Palomino, 53, of Bloomington end of each practice, trainers and claims he has helped hundreds of boxers gather to speak on themes youth in the San Bernardino Val- relating to school and life. ley for the last two decades

“He welcomes any child who is willing to put in the time and effort that’s required to be a welldisciplined boxer. Carlos and all of us here want kids to have trust in us. We want them to perceive us as friendly [people].”

Marcos Vasquez, 17, said he enjoys going to gym because he is treated with respect. “They are good coaches. They show that they care for us.”

The facility is located at 1589 Bordwell, Unit C and is open is open Monday through Thursday. For more information, contact Carlos Palomino at cops4kidsboxing@cs.com.

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The Military Banner Installation for Patrick O. Gonzales took place on July 12 on the South west corner of Mt. Vernon and Centerpoint Drive.

Military Banner Installations for August 2016

· Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. – Eloy R. Sanchez – In front of Domino’s Pizza on Valley Blvd. (229 W. Valley Blvd)

· Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. – Leandro Gonzales – La Cadena & O St right by the fountain and Welcome to Colton sign.

· Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. - Alexandro Garcia – NE Corner of Mt Vernon & Centerpoint in front of Wendy’s For more information, contact Colton’s Ana Sauseda, Office of the City Clerk, at (909) 370-5191.

Gloria’s Corner

with the Fringe on Top" and the title song, "Oklahoma". A public Dress Rehearsal performance is slated for 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26. For information call: 909.793.7316

Gloria Macias Harrison

Back to School: Starting Monday, August 1st all schools in the San Bernardino City Unified School District will start, followed by Rialto on Wednesday, August 3rd, Colton on Friday August 5th and Redlands on Wednesday, August 10th. We have to be mindful that there will be buses, children walking or on bicycles getting to school and parents dropping off children, so let's be careful. Our community colleges, San Bernardino Valley and Crafton Hills begin instruction on Tuesday, August 16th. California State University San Bernardino is still offering summer sessions but the Fall Quarter starts September 22nd, which will increase traffic significantly in the northwest area of the city. Theater, Concerts and Workshops:

July 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 the Rialto Community Players will present Little Shop of Horrors at the Sandra R. Courtney Playhouse, 150 East San Bernardino Ave., Rialto. This delightful and campy musical (book & lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken) is based the 1960's cult horror film in which a nerdy florist cultivates a Venus fly trap plant that grows so big it devours everything in it’s path. The musical is directed by Cameron Harris. Show times are Friday and Saturday - 8p.m. and Sunday matinee - 2 p.m. For tickets and reservations call: 909.873.8514 or visit: www.rialtocommunityplayers.com Part of a community's health is the availability of the arts to the public and it is important to support homegrown community arts. By the way auditions are July 12 and 13 for the September production of Lend Me A Tenor.

Thursday, July 28 - Sunday, July 31 - the Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival presents Oklahoma! at 8:15 p.m. at the Bowl, 25 Grant Street. This American favorite musical returns to the Redlands Bowl after a 40 years absence. The cowboy pursuing farm girl storyline with singing and dancing makes this musical fun and full of romance. Featured are such classics as "Oh What a Beautiful Mornin", "The Surrey

Saturday, July 30, August 6 & August 13 - the Children's Summer Music Festival Workshops for Children ages 4-12 from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the Community Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave. Redlands. On July 30 Nathan Prince, Director/Producer and Steven Simons, Producer: Oklahoma will lead children through song and dance. On August 6, Stars of Tomorrow in Wonderland and on August 9, Opera with Frank Fetta on how do you sing a story.

Tuesdays, August 2 & August 9 - the Children's Summer Music Festival Workshops for Children ages 4-12 from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. at the Mission Gables Bowl House, 168 S. Eureka Street, Redlands. On August, Herencia de Timbiqui, rhythms and sounds from the Pacific coast of Columbia and on August 9, Bria Skonberg, raising star of jazz sings and plays the trumpet. No admission is charged. For information call: 909.793.7316

Thursday, July 28th - Saturday, August 6th - Junior University Musical Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty, an original adaptation with music and lyrics by William R. Dixon. This is the 54th season of the community musical theatre staged at Roosevelt Bowl, 1001 E. Highland Ave., San Bernardino. For ticket information call: 909.889.0833 or lookup Junior University Musical Theatre on Facebook for discounts and more information. This is a wonderful tradition kept alive by talented and very professional people. For information and tickets call: 909.889.0833

August 5, 12, 19 & 26 - the Revolve Project Foundation presents Down Town Summer Concert Series every Friday at Court Street Square (corner of Court Street and E Streets, San Bernardino) from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Featured are talented musical groups, food trucks, kids zone and vendors. Bring beach chairs, blankets, dancing shoes and enjoy family fun and entertainment. Music starts at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6 p.m. There is free parking at the Carousel mall parking lot and plenty of street parking. For information call Rusty Palmer 909.580.9491 Save the Date:

Thursday, July 28 - the John M. Pfau Library of California State University San Bernardino presents Free Summer Movie Series featuring Allegiant at 8 p.m. on South Library Lawn. This free event will have food, snacks and refreshments available for purchase. Attendee may park free in lots D & C and are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. For information contact Iwona Contreras

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or concert and the season call: dees are invited to bring a picnic, 909.793.7316 lawn chairs and blankets. The popcorn is free. For information call: Friday, July 29 - Colton Com- Thursday, August 4 - the John 909.798.8608 munity Services presents Movies M. Pfau library, San Bernardino In The Park featuring Aladdin at State University presents Free Friday, August 5 - the Redlands Fleming Park, 525 La Cadena Summer Movie Series featuring Bowl Summer Music Festival Drive. The movie is shown around The Angry Birds at 8 p.m. on the presents James Garner's Tribute 8:15 p.m. but attendees are encour- South Library Lawn. Food, to Johnny Cash at 8:15 p.m. at aged to arrive early and bring blan- snacks and refreshments will be the Bowl, 25 Grant Street, Redkets and chairs. This free family available for purchase. There is lands. Garner and his band recreoriented event will also have game complimentary parking in lots C ate Cash's greatest hits and tell crafts and food for sale. For infor- and D. Movie goers may bring personal anecdotes about one of mation call: 909.370.6153 blankets and lawn chairs which the best singing storytellers. It is a will be allowed in the grass areas. toe-tapping concert honoring Friday, July 29 - the San For information call program co- Cash's music and that of his backBernardino County Museum Asso- ordinator Iwona Contreras at up band, the Tennessee Three. For ciation present the Alfred Hitch- 909.537.3447 information on this concert and the cock classic, The Birds, from 7:00 season call: 909.793.7316 to 10:30 p.m. at the Museum am- Friday, August 5 - the Wildphitheater, 2024 Orange Tree wood Neighborhood Association Saturday, August 6 - the San Lane, Redlands. This adult only and the Lutheran Church of Our Bernardino Library presents The event will feature a cash bar with Savior present Free Movies at Arty Loon Show and Summer aptly named cocktails, DJ enter- Dusk featuring Inside Out. This Reading Game Finale at the Bing tainment, ornithology arts & crafts PG rated Disney movie will be Wong Auditorium at the Feldheym and the museum's renowned oolo- presented at the Lutheran Church, Central Library, 555 W. 6th Street gist Wilson C. Hanna's bird egg 5050 North Sierra Way, San at 2:00 p.m. Arty Loon's shows incollection will be on display. Mu- Bernardino. Movie goers are en- clude juggling, balloon twisting, seum members are free with a couraged to bring a chair, blankets puppetry, comedy and magic feasmall $5 dollar fee for non-mem- and kids turing audience participation. This bers. Attendees are advised to show is the finale to the summer bring a pillow or stadium seat and Friday, August 5 - the Revolve reading program and summer enjoy the free popcorn. For infor- Project Foundation presents Down reading grand prizes will be mation visit: Town Summer Concert Series at awarded following the program. www.sbcounty.gov/museum/cal- Court Street Square from 6 to 10 For information call: endar or call: 909.798.8608 p.m. Featured are local musical 909.381.8238 groups, art, activities for kids, food Saturday, July 30 - Colton trucks and vendors. For informa- Favorite Quote: Community Services presents tion call: Rusty Palmer "Every human is an artist. The Dive-In Movies featuring Cloudy 909.580.9491 dream of your life is to make beauwith a Chance of Meatballs from tiful art." 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Gonzales Friday, August 5 - the San -Miguel Ruiz, The Four AgreeCommunity Center, 670 Colton Bernardino County Museum Asso- ments: a practical Guide to PerAve. This event has a $2 fee and ciation presents Movies at the sonal Freedom. space is limited so come early. All Museum featuring the PG rated movies are rated PG and partici- film Princess Bride at 7 p.m. at the To submit and event or info for pants can enjoy swimming and Museum Amphitheater, 2024 Or- Gloria's Corner please email glosplashing in the pool while watch- ange Tree Lane, Redlands. Atten- harrison@me.com ing a movie. For information call: 909.370.6153

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Saturday, July 30 - Rialto Community Services presents Inside Out Movie Night and Neon Pool Party at Tom Sawyer Park; 152 E. San Bernardino Ave. Activities start around 6:00 p.m. with movie showing at 8:00 p.m. The public is encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to this event, which will have games, crafts and food vendors. For information call: 909.421.4949

Sunday, July 31 - Colton Community Services presents Concerts In The Park featuring Midnite Cruzers from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Fleming Park, 525 La Cadena Park. This free family event has a Low Rider Bicycle Show, games, contests, Kids Zone and food vendors. For information call: 909.370.6153

Monday, August 1 - the San Bernardino Library presents "The Tortoise & The Hare--In Space" at the Rowe Branch Library, 108 E. Marshall Blvd. at 6 p.m. Using balloons and audience volunteers, Annie Banannie leads this goofy adventure with her signature Balloon storytelling style and a 6-foot balloon finale. For information call 909.381.8238

Tuesday, August 2 - the Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival presents Herencia de Timbiqui at 8:15 p.m. at the Bowl, 25 Grant Street, Redlands. This 11-member group celebrates the musical traditions of the Pacific coast of Columbia by combining the traditional Columbia percussion instruments with energetic vocals, brass, keyboards and guitar. The Timbiqui region's music is a rich fusion of Latin music, rock, jazz and funk. For information on this

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By Anthony Victoria

Direct intervention can save at-risk youth

he same issues that have plagued San Bernardino for nearly five decades are once again causing an uproar across gang-afflicted and poverty-stricken neighborhoods. Is there anything we can do to quell gun violence and gang involvement in our city? Ideas proposed by organizations such as the Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) and city leaders to form strong community partnerships and greater resident involvement is a step in the right direction. Yet the only way we can make a significant impact for at-risk youth is to face the problem head on. Prayer vigils and marches shed light on the lives that have been lost, but direct intervention can do something to save them. The city’s homicide rate currently stands at 41. The last time the rate was this high at midyear was back in 1992. San Bernardino recorded 75 homicides that year and a nationleading 82 the following year, as reported by the San Bernardino Sun back on July 17, 1996. An enhancement in police presence eventually helped the San Bernardino Police Department crackdown on gang violence, decreasing the rate of homicides by 1996. Unfortunately, SBPD is currently working with approximately one-third fewer officers that it had before bankruptcy. Police chief Jarrod Burguan has expressed his desire to fill the 30 vacancies his department has as soon as possible, though doing so may take some time. Can we afford to stand by and stay idle? Although not all homicides that have occurred in the city are gang related, it’s safe to say the majority are tied to organized crime. San Bernardino Police Chief Jarrod Burguan confirmed last week that most of the city’s homicide perpetrators and victims are criminally tied to drugs and gangs. That shouldn’t stop us from being concerned. While most argue that law-abiding residents are not prone to the lures

of gang life, it doesn’t mean they are isolated. It’s why we cannot remain silent, apathetic, or indifferent about what’s going in San Bernardino. It’s time to act on the resilience we claim to project. We can begin by volunteering at local community centers such as the Boys and Girls Club or the United Nations of Consciousness-ran Anne Shirrells Community Center. The Garcia Center for the Arts is one place where art instruction is available and mentors are very much needed. Strong partnerships between law enforcement agencies and nonprofit organizations have also yielded some positive results. We should continue to urge our local officials to do more to unify collaboration. The Cops4Kids program ran by Carlos Palomino has received ample financial and personal support from local law enforcement agencies. Recently the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Academy Class 201 donated approximately $8,000 to the program, and many of the agency’s officers volunteer their time to train at-risk youth at the gym. Similarly, the Victory Outreach church assists not only youth and young adults entrapped in gangs and drugs, but also recently released felons looking for a second chance. Through prayer services and drug/gang intervention programs, the church’s youth pastor Rick Alanis Jr. believes they could see results. "We believe there is hope...for the addict, the gang member, and the lonely mother," Alanis said during the Common Ground for Peace Walk last Thursday. It’s all about building trust in those communities that see the most violence and suffer through poverty, explained Creating Hopeful Opportunities and Resiliency by Developing Skills (C.H.O.R.D.S.) music program CEO Edwin Johnson. “These are the people affected by the crime and violence. They have to know someone is out there willing to listen.” So how can we do our small part to contribute to the reduction of crime? By becoming mentors for city youth, or at least, setting aside some time to listen to their concerns. Intervening in the life of a young person can literally be a life or death situation.

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I recently picked up a copy of the July 7th issue of El Chicano Weekly, as I often do, and noticed that you were so generous in giving us a large amount of publicity! I want to personally thank you for supporting the activities of Arrowhead United Way as it is important for the community to know the work we are doing. I would also like to thank you

for the great work you are doing on behalf of the students in our STEM programs, those affected by the Dec 2nd tragedy, the donors to the San Bernardino United Relief Fund, and the community in general. I pick up your papers on a weekly basis to learn what's happening in our community, and of course it's always extra special when you see an article

about your own organization. Thanks for keeping the community informed.

s I see it, police and black male interaction has degenerated into the classic dilemma of what to do when two groups who fear and distrust each other meet and have to negotiate a solution or a deal.

gated public authority of the policeman and the policeman then trusts the black man to behave accordingly.

orange or other bright colored placard or kerchief that they grasp with both hands and wave as the initial signal. Body cams and smart phones can document this. The police can wave a similar object in their non-gun hand.

Examples are hostage exchanges and clandestine drugsfor-cash deals. In these tense situations, the first step toward a successful outcome is a prearranged agreement, an understanding that each gets what they want without a “doublecross.”

Thus, the black male must understand and respect the dele-

In mid-June 2015, 47 square miles in Big Bear were destroyed by fire. You would think that our city and county leaders would take the necessary steps just one year later to reduce the chances of another devastating fire. That doesn’t appear to be the case.

After weeks of complaining to city and county representatives and departments, that many property owners had failed to clear the brush on their properties, I received a phone call from Big Bear Fire Marshall Mike Maltby, informing me that even though last year’s fire took place in June, they just issued notices to property owners on July 8, and will be giving them three weeks to finally clear their properties of brush that could fuel

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On the other side, the policeman understands his duty is to ensure public safety in the spirit of the law and by the authority accorded him, and the black man trusts the policeman is doing his duty and will comply with his instructions. There will unfortunately be “doublecrosses” on both sides but the goal is to make this a very low

I propose a mutual truce signal mechanism be in place. Black men or any citizen can carry an

Government leaders can consider this type of timely “peace” legislation, while also being accountable and responsible with a zero-tolerance policy for any racial bias among law enforcement officers, chiefs to patrolmen. George Chung, Redlands

Big Bear residents must hold leaders accountable

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another fire.

I was told by San Bernardino County Department officials weeks ago that they were too busy enforcing fire prevention violations in other areas of San Bernardino County, and didn’t have time yet to get to Big Bear.

I was assured by San Bernardino Supervisor James Ramos’ Big Bear City staff member Liz Harris two weeks ago that she would look into the matter and get back to me. That is the last I ever heard from her.

Is this the best that the residents of Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City can expect from our elected officials and taxpayerpaid county and city employees? Should we wait until another tragic fire before we hold them accountable? Robert Cherno, Big Bear City

The city of Big Bear Lake clerk’s representative told me to contact David Yegge who oversees fire safety issues on behalf of the city. Apparently, the city is unaware that Yegge retired.

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Words to Think About: Facts about Muhammad Ali

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

he death of Muhammad Ali on June 3, 2016 has dominated the attention of the entire world. On June 10th, millions of fans were regaled with the words of such well-known people as: Presidents Obama and Clinton, a comedian, a U. S. Senator, family members, Ali’s wife, a Rabbi, three Native Americans, the Mayor of Louisville, along with representatives of Islam. Ali’s exploits were recalled: his

three world championship fights, lighting the torch in the 1996 Olympics, his fights with Frazier and Forman, his concern for peace among all people, his refusal to go to Vietnam and his struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. However, there are several events in Ali’s life that are often overlooked. This article will focus attention on a few of these. The first one has to do with the relationship between Ali and his only son. Bluntly, it was an estranged one. One of nine children, Muhammad Ali Jr. was Ali Sr’s. only son. He was born in 1972 when his father was thirty years old. His mother is the former Belinda Boyd. Currently he is homeless, living on food stamps, in Chicago for the past ten years. He speaks very candidly about the alienation from his dad. He blames the problem on his step-mother, Lonnie. “She would not allow me to see him.” However, according to the family spokesman, Bob Gunnell, “The family was all there to say their final goodbyes. Every member was there.” Being the only natural son of the

San Bernardino Public Library presents A Puppet Show at the Inghram Branch Library

he Dorothy Inghram Branch Library will be hosting a puppet show by Swazzle on Thursday, July 28, at 4:00 PM at 1505 W. Highland Avenue in San Bernardino. “The Tortoise and the Hare” is a hilarious action-packed reimagining of the classic Aesop’s Fable. It features beautiful handcrafted puppets, imaginative physical comedy, and engaging characters. Swazzle’s talented puppeteers have worked with leading entertainment companies including The Jim Henson Company, Muppets

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Studio, The Walt Disney Company, and Comedy Central. All ages are welcome. Participants in the library’s summer reading game will get credit for coming to the program. For more information on this free event, which is sponsored by the Friends of the San Bernardino Public Library, call Dorothy Inghram Branch Library at 909-87-4494, http://www.sbpl.org or http://www.facebook.com/SBPLfriends/

most famous man on earth was a major problem. He was bullied as a youth; challenged to fight all the time and was ostracized from his other siblings. In speaking of their relationship he says, “My father can’t do a thing for me. It’s the same as not having one.” There’s not a doubt but that Ali was the greatest boxer ever, or at least one of the greatest. One little known fact about his physical makeup is seldom mentioned. When he whipped Sonny Liston twice, a doctor (M.D.) took his pulse after the fights while he was still talking “trash.” His pulse rate was between 48 and 50. Ali was as “cool as a cucumber.” Angelo Dundee verifies that the behavior of Ali before and after a fight was a put on. Following his refusal to register for the draft, it was reputed that he threw his Olympic Gold Medal into the Ohio River. That account is purely hearsay. Many people have lost a valuable item, including me. So did Ali. Following his lighting the Olympic torch in 1996 at Atlanta, a replacement was given to him. What about Muhammad Ali’s

ethnic heritage? Here’s the straight skinny. Ali’s given name was Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. His mother was Odessa Lee Clay (Nee O’Grady), born February 12, 1917 – August 20, 1994. She was the grandchild of a white Irishman named Abe O’Grady. This means that Ali’s great grandfather was white. Reliable reports indicate that Ali’s mother supported his boxing exploits by attending his fights. By the way, Ali visited Ireland and met many of the O’Grady family- his relatives. Saddam Hussein had made prisoners of 15 Americans prior to the first Iraq War. Ali is credited with gaining their freedom when he visited with Hussein. Amazingly, because of his O’Grady heritage, Ali was related toamong other notables- U.S. Presidents William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor and Benjamin Harrison. Confederate General Robert E. Lee, General George C. Marshall and General George S. Patton. He is also related to actors Lee Marvin, Glenn Close, Laura Dern. Journalist Katie Couric and cyclist Lance Armstrong.

Beside his famous descriptions, “Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee,” Ali was noted for a number of pungent, pithy, provocative phrases. Such as: “It doesn’t make any difference what color you are; hating is wrong.” And, “God gave me this illness to remind me that I’m human. There is only one greater than me—that is God.” And, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” And, “At home I’m a nice guy. But I don’t want the world to know. Humble people don’t get very far.” And, “My toughest fight was with my first wife.” And, “The person who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.” And “My conscience won’t let me go shoot my brother, or some darker people, some poor hungry people in the mud, for big powerful America. And shoot them for what? They never called me nigger. They never lynched me. They didn’t put no dogs on me.” Amen. Selah. So be it.

Obituary Cynthia "CINDEE" Weber (Aburto)

ynthia "CINDEE" Weber (Aburto) entered Heaven on July 21, 2016. Born June 06, 1949, Cindee was a lifelong resident of the Inland Empire. Cindee retired in 2011 from RPS Cable Corporation as the plant manager. She came out of retirement in 2014to work at Bloomington Florist. Work and Family was her life.

lings Sam, Linda and Victoria She is survived by Larry Lambertson, spouse. Children Kimberly(David)Priest and Jason Weber. Grandchildren Dillon, Ashley and Dawson Priest. Siblings, Alfred, David, Theresa, Robin, Jackie, Jimmy, Liz and Becky, numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.

Services will be Friday, July 29, 2016 at She was preceeded in death by her par- 1pm at Green Acres Memorial Park. Reents, Alfred and Rebecca Grace and sib- ception to follow.

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I.E. Revisited: Crowds close out CSUSB Summer Concert Series

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the popular latin jazz band, latin Society, was among the several musical acts that hit the stage this year for cal State San bernardino’s Summer concert series.

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undreds grabbed their picnic baskets and blankets for an evening of music as Cal-State San Bernardino wrapped up its annual Summer Concert series Wednesday. Thirty-four years and running, CSUSB has offered a variety of music through concerts every Wednesday during the month of July. Carol Dixon, coordinator of the Wednesdays Concert Series for 20 years, says it's always a pleasure to work on the series. "I always look forward to it," she says. "It's a great way to spend summer." The concert series held on the university's Lower Commons, runs for five consecutive weeks, with shows lasting about two

hours. Depending on the musical act, this year’s series brought out 400 to 1,200 guests each week. The concert series is made possible through monies from University Rentals, Underwriters and Public Donations. To learn about next year’s 2017 Summer Wednesdays Concert Series, call 909-537-7360. Heart To Harp, Bobby Joe Holman

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JB Jones Elementary Principal Velasco strives to identify, alleviate families’ needs to achieve academic progress

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Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary School in San Bernardino is one of the most impoverished schools in the county. Of their 450 students, 110 are homeless, 55 live in hotels and 22 are fostered youth. Principal Ramon Velasco, pictured with bags of food to be distributed, has determinedly sought out the needs of his students’ families and strives to help alleviate some of their struggles by partnering with agencies to provide emotional and social support, healthcare and food. The campus has since been embraced by the surrounding neighborhoods and regarded as a safe haven, recognized as a pillar that strives to improve the lives of its students and their families. During the summer break food was distributed to students each Friday with enough to feed their whole families.

By MJ Duncan

any of the young students who attend Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary School in San

Bernardino are in want of basic needs such as food and permanent housing. It has been Principal Ramon Velasco’s mission since his term began five years ago to help alleviate some of those needs by establishing relationships with key partners such as the Food Bank, St. Adelaide’s Church in Highland, and most recently, Molina Healthcare. “For many of our families academics are not a priority, finding food and shelter comes first,” Velasco explained. “If I can take care of the food and provide resources for shelter, then hopefully (families) will be more apt to take care of the academics.” An inner city school located off Baseline on F Street, Juanita Blakely is known for being one of the most impoverished schools in the county. Of its 450 students, 110 are homeless, 55 live in nearby motels, and 22 are fostered youth. “Together with the community we have made great strides among this neighborhood,” Velasco said. In his first year he witnessed playground equipment and structures tagged with graffiti by delinquents. “There are no parks or playgrounds close by, so I opened up the school’s play area to the neighborhood everyday, all day, as long as they are respectful.” Three years later, according to Velasco, those efforts resulted in the neighborhood taking ownership of the campus, and coming to the realization that it serves as a safe haven that strives to improve the lives of their children, and by extension, themselves. During the summer break Velasco coordinated a food drive that provided all students with a back pack and brown bag to take home over the weekend with items that included instant noodles, frozen pizza, canned vegetables, fresh fruit, granola bars, rice, beans, and macaroni and cheese. Items, he said, that are easily prepared in a hotel room.

Some families reside in the nearby motels, doubling or tripling up with as many as a dozen people sharing a room. To merely provide enough food for the single student is “illogical,” Velasco said. “We provide food that will feed the entire family who is a part of our larger family.” The Food Bank and St. Adelaide’s Church provided food. With the onset of the academic year on Monday, the weekend food program is slated to end, but Velasco is determined to find the means to continue meeting this essential need. “It has been challenging to identify all the needs of our families, but we and our partners are working to understand and help meet those needs,” Velasco said. “There are many of us who are vested in this school to make hope happen and I want this community

to know that hope is there and we are here for you.” Through the campus students and their families can find a myriad of services. Partnering agencies provide emotional and social support, as well as healthcare through Molina and the Tzu Chi Foundation, and dental services courtesy of a neighboring facility. On the lighter and more fun side of emotional wellbeing the school was saving to take students on their first-ever field trip. When Molina Healthcare caught wind of their plans, they quickly stepped in and coordinated with the Aquarium of the Pacific. On Tuesday, July 19 nearly six dozen students reveled in the rare experience to Long Beach. Lunch was provided by Jimmy John’s, of which several students wrapped up to save for later or share with a parent, Molina Healthcare coordinators divulged.

“With the help of Jimmy John’s Downtown Long Beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific and our employee volunteers we were able to provide the kids with a free lunch and a duffle bag filled with school supplies and snacks to take home,” said Ruthy Argumedo, associate vice president of community engagement for Molina Healthcare. “It was truly a great day for all of us and a wonderful opportunity for several local organizations to get together to support a special school and its students.” Velasco was proud to announce that academic scores for Juanita Blakely have improved over the past three years. For more information about getting involved or supporting Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary School, please call (909) 3626223.

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In addition to a back pack filled with food to last the weekend, students are also given a brown bag filled with items easily prepared in a hotel room such as instant noodles, canned vegetables, beans and rice courtesy of the Food Bank and St. Adelaide’s Church in Highland. Photo courtesy Molina Healthcare:

The school was saving money to take students on their firstever field trip and when Molina Healthcare caught wind of those plans they quickly stepped in to help take 55 students to the Aquarium of the Pacific. Students enjoyed a free lunch as well as a goodie bag filled with snacks, school supplies and toys.

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San Bernardino Attorney Wilfrid C. Lemann To Be Awarded John P. Surr Award By San Bernardino County Bar Association

he San Bernardino County Bar Association announced today that San Bernardino Attorney Wilfrid C. Lemann will be awarded the John B. Surr Award at its annual

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Installation Dinner to be held at the Doubletree by Hilton in San Bernardino on October 27, 2016. The Board of Directors of the San Bernardino County Bar Association unanimously recommended

that Mr. Lemann receive the Award on the nomination of one of its past recipients, Redlands attorney Paul Shimoff. The John B. Surr Award is awarded to the member of the legal community who has best exemplified the high standards of the profession and the administration of justice. Mr. Lemann is a long-time San Bernardino attorney and partner in the firm of Fullerton, Lemann, Schaefer & Dominick, LLP. He is the chair of the firm’s Business Law Department and he focuses his practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, general business law, corporations, partnerships, securities, mergers and acquisitions, nonprofit corporations and church law. Mr. Lemann received his Juris Doctor from Loyola University in 1977 and a Bachelor of Arts from Santa Clara University. He was admitted to the California Bar in 1978. In addition to the Bar Association, he is a Master of the Bench of the Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court. Mr. Lemann was awarded the Saint Thomas More Award in 2011. The John B. Surr Award is given

CHCC to hold Convention in Riverside this September

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California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Deputy Director Juan Garcia speaking during a press conference in Riverside earlier this month. By Anthony Victoria

housands of Latino business owners and entrepreneurs from across the state will convene for the 39th California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (CHCC) Annual Convention at the Riverside Convention Center from September 21-23 to participate in planning activities, policy and economic issues, and innovative breakthroughs. Among the topics that will be discussed are energy and water concerns, procurement opportunities for small businesses, networking techniques, women empowerment, and entrepreneurship.This is the third time the region has held the state chamber’s convention. According to U.S. Census data re-

leased last December, there are more than 122,000 Latino owned companies which generate almost $11 billion throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. “There is no better time for the spotlight to be on the Inland Empire. The region has a growing economy, it is a great place for families and has a very diverse population”, said CHCC Chairman Frank Montes. The theme of this year’s convention is “Innovation Starts Here”. CHCC Deputy Director Juan Garcia explained there will be a large emphasis on discussing new technologies that have enhanced business performance. “Innovation can be applicable not only to technology, but also to innovative practices relating when to

policy and economy,” Garcia said. The convention’s opening day will focus on international trade and millennials. The following day Latina business owners and professionals will be honored in the Latina Empresaria ceremony and small chambers will be recognized for their commitment to assisting the City of San Bernardino during the Dec. 2 terrorist attack. The final day will celebrate the success of Latino businesses and chambers. “This is really an outreach program through all three days,” Garcia said. “We always try to make sure we have a full schedule of workshops that are relevant to what is going on. For more information on the event, visit CAHCC.com.

in memory of John B. Surr (1906-1971), a distinguished San Bernardino attorney, a respected citizen and dedicated conservationist who was admired by all who knew him. John Surr was a past president of the San Bernardino County Bar Association who died while climbing Mt. San Bernardino on October 6, 1971. The Award was established in 1978 by the Bar Board of Directors to honor John Surr. Past recipients of the Award are Henry M. Busch (1978), Carl B. Hillard (1979), Don A. Turner (1984), Robert J. Bierschbach (1986), Florentino Garza (1987), Supreme Court Justice Marcus M. Kaufman (1989), James Banks, Jr. (1991), M. Stanford Tomlinson (1994), Caywood J. Borror (1995), D. Elliot Whitlock (1999), Allen B. Gresham (1999), George W. Porter (2000), Audrey A. Perri (2001), Edgar Keller (2004), Robert Fullerton (2005), Ronald Skipper (2005), Philip Kassel (2007), James R. Dunn (2010), Bruce D. Varner (2012), Paul M. Shimoff (2012), and William D. Shapiro (2013). The following officers of the San Bernardino County Bar Association will be installed:

Michael Reiter, President; Victor Herrera, Immediate Past President; Eugene Kim, President Elect, Barbara Keough; Vice President; John W. Short, Secretary-Treasurer; and Board Members Justin H. King, David P. Colella, Joyce Holcomb, Kerrie C. Justice, Derek Raynes, Josefina Valdez and Christopher Gardner. The Bar Association will also be thanking Bradley R. White and Jack B. Osborn for their service on the Board as their terms expire. Founded in 1875, the San Bernardino County Bar Association provides services to its members, to the judiciary in San Bernardino and to the public through services and programs.

For more information, please contact Michael Reiter by calling (909) 708-6055 (mobile) or (909) 296-6708 (office) or emailing michael@michaelreiterlaw.com

San Bernardino County Bar Association Website: http://www.sbcba.org

San Bernardino County Bar Association: 555 North Arrowhead Ave, San Bernardino CA 92401.

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Rialto ASA Girls 14U Softball All-Stars qualify for National Championship with flare

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Rialto ASA Girls 14Under Softball All-Star district champions who qualified for 52-team National Regional Championships in La Habra from July 26-31. By Harvey M. Kahn

fter making it through qualifying tournaments at the area, district, and state level, the Rialto ASA Girls 14U Softball all-star team is moving on to the 52-team National Championships in La Habra from July 26-31 at La Bonita Park. It will open the double elimination play on July 27 against Diamond Bar. Rialto manager Joseph Rodriguez said his team performed some remarkable plays on its way to the Nationals. It won the Northeast District championship played in Beaumont after winning pitcher Joslyn Robertson hit a game-winning walk off grand

slam home run in the title game. The district is comprised of teams from Ontario to Beaumont. The Rialto 14-year-old all stars who are now 8-2, also displayed some dramatics in a pre-tournament game at Murrieta the week before when it completed a gamesaving triple play. Rodriguez explained the rare 8-6-2 triple play as follows: with no outs and runners on second and third in the seventh inning, center fielder Adina Arrington caught a flyball, then immediately threw to Kailey Kesterson who tagged the runner off the bag at second base. Kesterson then rifled a throw home to catcher Kellie Rivera who tagged out the runner trying

to score from third. The heads up play ended the game to preserve a 7-5 victory. "I had never seen a triple play before," said Rodriguez. Rodriguez admitted nobody thought his team had the ability to advance this far in the post season. He agreed with the doubters after watching his team fumble away easy plays and generally show a lack of interest. "I didn't think we were going far until opponents started falling like dominos. Now, I honestly think we can win the National Tournament. We have a mixture of speed and power." Rodriguez said something clicked and the team started hitting and making fundamentally

sound plays on defense. The team really turned it around by qualifying for the Nationals by finishing eighth out of 32 teams in the State Championships in Lancaster. It does help that the Rialto All-Stars practice five days per week. Rodriguez said it's no secret that Kellie Rivera is the team's leading run-producer and Kailey Kesterson gets the offense started by batting leadoff. Speedy Lyric Torres often puts Kesterson in scoring position with her ability to bunt for a base hit. Powerful third baseman Angelina Tinoco bats cleanup. Adina Arrington bats 5th; pitcher Joslyn Robertson hits 6th; followed by first base-

man Diana Ruiz; left fielder Alissa Rodriguez; and second baseman Victoria Montoya. Rodriguez says with the exception of his 13-year-old daughter, Alissa, who will enter the 8th grade, that most of his team will be ready to compete for starting jobs at Rialto or Carter High Schools this school year. He credited all-star coach Noe Tinoco and parents for creating positive team chemistry. The ASA Tournament website shows that teams will come to the National Championships from throughout the West, but Rodriguez said his team is close enough to La Habra that it will commute.

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San Bernardino County’s Children’s Network warns of dangers of children left in hot cars

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A digital thermometer shows temperatures inside and outside of a vehicle.

By Yazmin Alvarez

ith temperatures on the rise outside, San Bernardino County Children’s Network is reminding residents that temperatures inside of cars can climb quickly, becoming fatal — a reminder to never leave a child alone in a vehicle. To raise awareness of the dangers of vehicular-induced heatstroke, the nonprofit this week displayed a large digital thermometer outside of its San Bernardino office, measuring temperatures inside and outside of a vehicle. By 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, outside

temperatures read 86.4 degrees while inside of the vehicle, tripledigit temperatures soared to 120 degree and continued to climb. “As outside temperatures rise, the risks of children dying from being left alone inside hot vehicles also rise,” said Network Officer Kathy Turnbull, in a news release. A child’s temperature can rise three to five times faster than adults and even with outside temps in the 80s, the interior of a car can heat up above 120 degrees, turning deadly in minutes, Turnbull said. “These deaths can be prevented and it is our hope that we can continue to raise awareness about the simple steps that can be taken to

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san Bernardino county children’s network is reminding residents that while temperatures are in the 80’s outside, temperatures can climb past 120 degree inside of car. on tuesday morning, numbers were already climbing before 11 a.m.

save children’s lives.” Nationwide, in 2016, there have been 23 heatstroke deaths of children in vehicles. Last year there were 24 deaths—including one child in Pomona, according to the news release. The Children’s Network offers the following to prevent heatstroke risks for children left in hot cars:

•Never leave a child in a vehicle unattended. •Always look in the back seat every time you exit a vehicle and always lock a vehicle car and put the keys out of a child’s reach. •When you see a child alone in a hot vehicle, it is important to ensure the child is okay and responsive (if a child is not okay, one

should, call 911 immediately). •An effort should be made to locate the parents, such as having the facility’s security or management page the car owner over the PA system. If the child is not responsive and appears in great distress, one should attempt to get into the car to assist the child, even if that means breaking a window.

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Center for Individual Development suffers $10,000 loss due to vandalism, clean-up day Sunday

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The Center for Individual Development suffered a financial blow estimated at $10,000 when its Haunted House venue was vandalized over the weekend. Paint was splattered on walls, equipment and furniture destroyed, and drugs and pornographic material strewn about.

By MJ Duncan

he Center for Individual Development (CID) suffered a financial blow when its Haunted House venue on Little Mountain Drive in San Bernardino was vandalized over the weekend causing an estimated $10,000 in damages. The Haunted House is the organization’s principal fundraiser of the year. It was also vandalized in November. “It’s very frustrating because our major fundraising venue is being vandalized and costing us a lot of money,” said Christopher McClain, CID recreation specialist and board member. “We provide the Haunted House so that families in San Bernardino have a safe place to come and have fun.” There was a murmur that the Haunted House may be discontinued, but McClain said that for now there are no plans to put an end to it. According to McClain reports of a broken window occurred last Thursday, July 21, with no internal damage. But when he conducted a walk-through this Monday, the damage was exorbitant. Paint was splattered on wall, feces and urine on the carpet, drugs and pornographic ma-

terial were strewn about, nine more windows were shattered, equipment destroyed and tools stolen. The carpet, couch, office equipment, tools and supplies will need to be replaced, as well as repainting the walls. “Thankfully the building manager has offered to replace the windows for us, so that’s one less thing we have to take care of,” McClain said. The community is invited to a scheduled clean-up day on Sunday at 9 a.m. at 2700 Little Mountain Drive. The San Bernardino Fire Department has already confirmed its participation, and local restaurants have volunteered to provide food to participants. Target donated a slew of cleaning supplies. The CID, founded in 1980, is a regional recreation center that serves people with disabilities – physical, developmental and mental. It is a joint powers authority made up of the City of San Bernardino Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department, the County of San Bernardino Behavioral Health Department and the San Bernardino City Unified School District. For more information, call the CID at (909) 384-5426.

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Weekend vandals defecated on the carpet, threw food on the walls and stole tools. A clean-up day is scheduled this Sunday at 9 a.m., 2700 Little Mountain Drive.

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