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By Manny Sandoval

The Ward 6 Forum, hosted on February 1st by J u s t S a n B e r n a r d i n o , the League of Women Voters, and KVCR Public Media, spotl i g h t e d t h e c r i t i c a l i s s u e o f housing affordability as San B e r n a r d i n o C o u n t y ' s m e d i a n home price soared by 12 9 per-

cent to a record $519,500 The f o r u m f e a t u r e d I n c u m b e n t Kimberly Calvin and Candidate M a r i o F l o r e s , w i t h B e s s i n e Littlefield Richard absent

M o d e r a t o r L u p e C a m a c h o expressed gratitude to the part i c i p a n t s , “ We r e c e i v e d a n email today stating that Bessine Littlefield Richard will not be

able to attend tonight's forum We made every effort to reach out to the candidates ahead of t i m e S o , t h a n k y o u f o r C o u n c i l w o m a n C a l v i n a n d Candidate Flores for being here this evening ”

During the forum, the candidates shared their visions and addressed the pressing issue of

housing affordability

C o u n c i l m e m b e r C a l v i n emphasized her roots and commitment to the community, "I feel like I've been serving all of my life because as a young girl o n t h e w e s t s i d e o f S a n B e r n a r d i n o t h e r e h a v e b e e n

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SBCUSD Board of Education Honor s Outstanding Individuals

IParent/Grandparent/Volunteer Award and Outstanding Employee Award to individuals who embody the District’s dedication to student achievement and well-being

Barton Elementary School, Principal Dr Janice Gordon:

Aaron Caballero is a fourth-grader and Outstanding Student Caballero is a model student for his peers and the definition of a B a

r e s p e c t f u l , responsible and safe As ASB class president, he leads by example His quiet but confident demeanor shines when he makes

lawyer He said, "I want to help

Small Changes During Hear t Health Awareness Month Can Put Senior s on Path to Better Health

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(Left to right) Incumbent Kim Calvin and Candidate Mario Flores addressing questions from moderator Lupe Camacho and the public via note cards

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Barton Elementary fourth-grader Aaron Caballero was presented with an Outstanding Student Award by the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education

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many of my family members who have served the community I'm here walking inside of those footprints and hoping to continue to serve you but to do my absolute best for the next generation "

Flores highlighted his connection to the community and his desire to improve it, "I was raised on the WestSide by Nickelson park Over the years I've gotten the opportunity to meet different mentors and elected officials who are truly inspiring I want to follow in those footsteps "

Addressing the housing crisis, Flores said, "How is someone my age or similar going to afford housing and create a life and roots in the city? It is important to surround yourself with people who know about housing and partner with them to create good development "

Calvin detailed her experience and plans to tackle affordable housing, "In the three years and 1 month that I've been sitting on the dais - we are in the process of building 94 market rate single family homes There hasn't been affordable housing

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people with their cases ”

Alana Chavez is a sixth-grader and Outstanding Student Chavez is innovative, creative and excels in all academic areas Her commitment to her academics is commendable, and it is obvious she has a passion for learning that inspires others to be the best version of themselves Chavez would like to attend Cal State San Bernardino to major in Business and open a Craft Shop

Outstanding Aunt Award winner Hanna Perez is an asset to Barton, helping in the classroom, on field trips and events like the Fall Festival She has a nurturing approach when she works with students Perez is new as a volunteer, but it seems like she's been a part of the Barton team for years

Educational Assistant III (EAIII)-Spanish Luz Cruz models a sense of purpose and emotional commitment by how she carries herself every day She is emotionally invested in the data-driven discussions to ensure that all the supports are in place for all students She is truly outstanding

Third-Grade Teacher Anna Ortega is respected by staff, students, parents and administration for her commitment to educating students She has a great attitude and tackles any task with a big smile She is always professional and works collabora-

built in nearly 40 years I've also brought forward a first-time homebuyers program "

In their closing statements, both candidates made passionate appeals to the voters of Ward 6

Calvin urged residents to consider her track record, "Ward 6, this is probably one of the most critical votes we’ve encountered Why is that? Because the other two candidates are being run by other council members on the dais The real truth is that the 6th Ward has a fighter on their hands You’ll never have to worry about me lying to you, remaining accountable "

Flores emphasized his fresh perspective, "I jump into this race as a chance to bring change and a new perspective I promise to be communicative, to listen, to engage, and to fight for the 6th ward "

The forum underscored the candidates' dedication to addressing San Bernardino's housing challenges amid rising costs, with each presenting their approach to ensuring a more affordable and prosperous future for Ward 6 residents

tively with colleagues and parents to ensure students are learning and growing

Gomez Elementary School, Principal Maria Martinez:

Korinna Dominguez is a sixth-grader and Outstanding Student In addition to excelling in academics, Dominguez also follows all behavioral expectations and is a great role model for other scholars During her time at Gomez, she has joined the honor orchestra and played the violin Dominguez enjoys baking cakes, so she aspires to one day become a chef or baker

Melanie Flores is a fifth-grader and Outstanding Student Flores is a hardworking and involved student She plays the violin and is also in choir She participates in the Expanded Learning acting club, even being cast as the protagonist of one of the school's films Flores wants to become a teacher because she wants to help kids learn

Outstanding Parent Award winner Mayra Romero attends all the school council meetings, as well as the District-level parent council meetings When she meets with the principal, she always brings solutions and ideas on how to improve Romero always looks out for not only her own children but for all children at Gomez

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City of San Ber nardino to Launch New Mobile Veterinar y Clinic on Febr uar y 20

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The City of San Bernardino will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 20 at the Seccombe Lake Dog Park to debut its new Mobile Veterinary Clinic

The ribbon cutting will include City officials and representatives of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, who provided the funding for the mobile clinic through a $1 1 million grant

As part of the event, which coincides with National Love Your Pet Day, free vaccinations and microchipping will be available between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm for pets in need of these services

The Mobile Veterinary Clinic will allow the San Bernardino Animal Services Department to travel throughout the City to parks, community centers, and other locations to conduct spay and neuter procedures, vaccinations, and microchipping clinics

“The Mobile Clinic represents a proactive approach to pet care, making pet care more accessible for all members of our community, said San Bernardino Ani-

mal Services Director Kris Watson

"We are proud to support this initiative to increase access to pet wellness for pet owners in the San Bernardino community," said Chairwoman Lynn Valbuena, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians "It is a unique service that will reinforce the community's resilience and we look forward to the overall improved health of our neighbors’ pets "

Reaching residents who may face challenges in accessing or affording traditional veterinary services was one of the driving forces behind the Mobile Veterinary Clinic

“Residents have been asking us to add a mobile clinic to our Animal Services Department for a long time,” said San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran “We are grateful to the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for making this possible ”

Seccombe Lake Park is located at 160 East 5th Street in San Bernardino Attendees are encouraged to park in the lot near the intersection of Sierra Way and 6th Street

San Ber nardino to Mar k the Year of the Dra gonwith Lunar New Year Celebration on Febr uar y 17

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The City of San Bernardino will be holding a Lunar New Year Celebration from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm at the Court Street Square Park, located at 349 North E Street The free family event will feature cultural musical performances, demonstrations, arts and craft activities, food vendors, art galleries and much more

“The Lunar New Year is a cause for celebration for so many in the Asian community and beyond It is a time to come together, look forward with hope to the arrival of spring, and the promise of a new year,” said San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran

The Court Street Square will be transformed by the San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department staff, much like recent celebrations such as the Christmas themed Miracle on Court Street in December and the Dia de los Muertos festival in November

“The Downtown Court Street Square is an incredible gathering place,” said Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld “The City is committed to bringing amazing cultural celebrations downtown that are fun, colorful, and educational ”

The festivities will include: Musical performances and cultural demonstrations, featuring

traditional dragon and lion dances

Arts and Craft activities for the whole family, featuring Calligraphy, Origami, and Dragon puppets

Multiple staged photo areas

A gallery highlighting San Bernardino’s Sister Cities from the East Food vendors and merchants selling goods Community Groups and Sponsor informational booths

This year marks the Year of the Dragon, and the dragon will play a featured role in traditional musical performances and throughout the celebration The dragon will be kicking off the festivities by leading the crowd in a ceremony of well wishes along with the traditional lighting of firecrackers

Every year, a different animal is attributed on a twelve-year rotating cycle with traits and symbols that hold meaning for what’s to come in the new year The dragon is a revered symbol of power and thought to be among the most auspicious of signs

Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among Eastern and Southeast Asian cultures It reflects the new year on the lunisolar calendar It is the most important holiday in China, and widely observed throughout Asia, and in Asian-American communities throughout the United States In some countries, the Lunar New Year celebration lasts for fifteen days

By Dr Damanpreet Jamarai

February is American Heart Month, which is a great opportunity to discuss heart disease, which remains the number one killer in the United States

Some of the most common conditions that contribute to heart disease are high cholesterol, high blood pressure and obesity

When these conditions are left unmanaged, they can lead to heart attacks, stroke and other serious health issues The good news is that there’s a lot that can be done to reduce heart disease risk factors

February is Heart Health Awareness month, a great time to start on the path to better heart health and wellbeing and to understand the risk factors that can contribute to heart problems

Late last year, the America’s Health Rankings (AHR) report highlighted a startling fact: heart disease is one of eight chronic conditions that has reached record highs since the report began tracking health and wellbeing in the United States

Despite a decline in deaths tied to heart disease, it remains the leading cause of death among men and women Heart disease costs the U S health system $216 billion per year, according to the CDC, not including an additional $147 billion in lost wages and productivity

Risk factors for heart disease include conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity as well as unhealthy behaviors such as physical inactivity, smoking and alcohol abuse

In California, 25 4 percent of adults over age 65 qualified as physically inactive while more than 23 9 percent are obese and

just over 7 percent smoke, according to the America’s Health Rankings 2023 Senior report

What's more, the report shows strong disparities exist across geographic, racial, and economic groups, putting certain people at greater risk of developing heart problems

The prevalence of heart disease, like overall health and wellbeing, is influenced by the “social determinants of health” such as lack of access to transportation, healthy foods, and safe housing Talk to your health plan and your health care provider about resources that may be available to you to help improve your health and wellbeing

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), there are immediate steps you can take to help you live a longer, healthier life and help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke

First, eat a healthier diet Center your eating plan around vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and fish Limit sweetened drinks, added sugars, processed meats, sodium and saturated fats

Second, be physically active and keep any eye on your weight Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week

Lastly, live tobacco free If you don’t think you can quit for good on your own, ask for help and talk to your healthcare provider

For more helpful health and wellness information, visit UHCMedicareNewsroom com

By Joseph R Williams

In America's educational landscape, the dual enrollment program stands as a significant opportunity for African American students, meriting attention well before middle school This initiative, allowing high schoolers to experience college-level courses, is more than an academic advantage; it's a crucial empowerment tool

Enrollment in these programs offers African American students an invaluable head start In a country grappling with educational disparities, this early exposure to college coursework is transformative, leveling the playing field and offering a glimpse into post-secondary education The benefits are not just academic Economically, dual enrollment can be a game-changer It confronts the daunting issue of college affordability head-on, making higher education more accessible to families for whom it might otherwise remain out of reach This aspect is particularly crucial, given the disproportionate impact of student loan debt on African American communities

The cultural implications of dual enrollment are profound By immersing students in the college environment earlier, it demystifies higher education, equipping them with the confidence to navigate what can be an intimidating landscape This experience is invaluable for African American students, who might not have extensive family histories in higher education and are often subject to stereotypes and lowered expectations Through dual enrollment, these students can redefine narratives around their educational capabilities and aspirations

However, to fully harness the potential of dual enrollment, proactive engagement is essential African American families and educators must be aware of these opportunities and integrate them into their educational planning It's about having early discussions regarding post secondary educational and career goals, with dual enrollment forming a core part of these conversations

But the broader question extends beyond individual families and educational institutions It's

about how we, as a society, can implement dual enrollment in a way that maximizes its accessibility and effectiveness for African American students How do we ensure that every student who could benefit from this program has the opportunity to do so? The potential for change is immense – not just in terms of academic outcomes, but in shaping more inclusive, empowered futures for entire communities

As we consider the path forward, the role of dual enrollment in shaping equitable educational landscapes becomes increasingly clear It's more than just a step in the right direction; it's a powerful stride towards a future where educational success and access are realities for every student, irrespective of their background

In this context, dual enrollment is not just an option but a necessity, a catalyst for profound and lasting change in the African American community and beyond The true measure of its success will be how effectively we can bring this opportunity to those who stand to gain the most from it

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Joseph R Williams, a key figure in California's higher education, serving on the state's Board of Governors and overseeing the largest higher education system in the USA Additionally he leads family and

Unified School District

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Dr Damanpreet Jamarai is the chief medical officer at UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement of California

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Blaze Engulfs San Ber nardino War ehouse in Ear l y Mor ning Infer no

By Manny Sandoval

An early morning fire wreaked havoc in San Bernardino, destroying a commercial building in the 900 block of West Oak San Bernardino County Fire crews were called to the scene around 3 a m after 911 callers reported smoke billowing from a warehouse

Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a

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A32,000 square foot building engulfed in flames The intensity of the fire prompted a defensive attack, with crews employing master stream devices and ladder pipes to douse the blaze with thousands of gallons of water Complicating the firefighting efforts were high winds and the spread of embers

Battalion Chief Mike McClintock praised the firefighters' efforts, stating, "Our crews worked tirelessly to control

the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighboring businesses Their quick and coordinated response was instrumental in mitigating further damage "

The fire was brought under control within 90 minutes, with no injuries reported to firefighters or civilians To assist with the aftermath, a County Fire Excavator was deployed to address hot spots and manage the debris

San Bernardino County Fire dispatched eight engines, two truck companies, a heavy equipment team, two fire investigators, and a chief officer to the scene Colton Fire provided additional support with two engine companies

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation

Colton Police Ar r est T hr ee Juveniles in $2,500 Merchandise T heft

swift response by the Colton Police Department led to the arrest of three juveniles involved in a theft at the Warehouse Shoe Sale (WSS) in the 1000 block of North Mt Vernon Ave on February 7th, 2024

At around 4:25 PM, officers were dis-

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Bpatched to the scene following reports of the incident "Upon arrival, our officers quickly engaged with WSS employees and ascertained that three male juveniles had stolen approximately $2,500 in merchandise before fleeing on foot," said Sgt Shawn McFarland

The subsequent investigation, aided by Colton PD Detectives, led authorities to

Rancho Cucamonga, where the suspects were believed to be located With the assistance of the San Bernardino County Sheriff ’s Department and the SBCSD Aviation Unit, the juveniles were apprehended in the 8200 block of East 9th Street without incident

The stolen merchandise was recovered from a vehicle at the scene, and the sus-

pects, aged 14, 16, and 17, were transported to Colton PD for processing The Colton Police Department is continuing its investigation into the theft Authorities are urging anyone with further information regarding this case to contact Detective Anthony Jaeger or Sergeant Shawn McFarland at (909) 3705000

Brightline West Announces Updates to Field Investigation Wor k in Souther n Calif or nia and Nevada

rightline West announces updates to field investigation work in Southern California and Nevada within the proposed rail corridor within Interstate 15 right-of-way

Field work began in January to advance final stages of design in preparation for a groundbreaking Brightline West will connect Las Vegas and Southern California with America’s first true high-speed rail system

Field investigation work includes geotechnical borings and samplings, utility potholing and land surveying Work will take place primarily during daytime hours, with some work at night to minimize disruption to traffic In some instances, short term closures of freeway shoulders will be required All work will

be done in compliance with applicable environmental regulations and in coordination with Caltrans and the Nevada Department of Transportation

Updated project areas are listed below Motorists should proceed with extra caution through work zones and adhere to posted detour signs, speed limits and other signage

California I-15 from Cima Road to Zzyzx Road

Daytime borings in the center median and exterior shoulders from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

I-15 from Dale Evans Parkway to Oak Hill Road

Daytime borings in the center median

and exterior shoulders from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

I-15 from Oak Hill Road to Arrow Route

Daytime borings at Arrow Route, the Foothill Blvd Interchange in Rancho Cucamonga and at the I-15/I-215 Devore Interchange, from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

Night closures are planned between Oak Hill Road and Kenwood Road for shoulder borings, from Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, between 9:00 p m and 5:00 a m

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I-15 median north of Jean, Nevada (milepost 13-21)

Continuous geotechnical boring work

through Thursday, March 14, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

I-15 median north of Primm, Nevada (milepost 1-13)

Continuous geotechnical boring work through February 2024, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

Northbound I-15 from St Rose to Blue Diamond Rd (milepost 28-34), Las Vegas

Geotechnical boring work at St Rose Parkway interchange off-ramp and median through Friday, February 23, 6:30 a m to 4 p m

Note: Dates and times are subject to change These operations are weather dependent

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Fire blazing through the warehouse located on W Mill Street and S J Street

Open Auditions f or Disney's Mar y Poppins at the Historic Redlands Bowl Ahead of its 2024 Summer Music Festival

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Audition dates are announced for the fully staged Broadway musical for this year's Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival, Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins ” Producer-Director Wayne R Scott has scheduled the open auditions for two upcoming Saturdays: March 9, from 9:00 a m to 1:00 p m , and March 16, from 11 a m to 3:00 p m The auditions will be held at Mission Gables, directly behind the Redlands Bowl on Eureka Street

"The auditions will be conducted by appointment through a convenient reservation system," said Scott “All roles are open at this time "

Appointments can be made online by following the link posted on the RBPA Mary Poppins Facebook page, https://www facebook com/RBPAMaryPoppins The link can also be found at both the LifeHouse Theater (https://lifehousetheater com) and the Redlands Bowl webpage (https://redlandsbowl org) Those auditioning are asked to upload a recent photo and a theatrical resume when making their audition appointment Those without a theatrical resume can list any performing experience they may have had, though none is required to audition Appointments can be made the day of auditions as space permits

Scott emphasized that the first Saturday, March 9, will be devoted to those auditioning for principal or choral roles The second Saturday, March 16, will be for select candidates who are called back and for those unable to audition on March 9 These auditions will be conducted by appointment throughout the morning

Those auditioning should be prepared to sing 16 measures of any familiar Broadway musical style song, preferably from Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins ” They must bring their own sheet music in their key, and Scott will provide an accompanist He will not consider electronic sound accompaniment, such as music tracks, and no a capella singing will be considered

In addition to singing, Scott may ask auditioners to interpretively recite the lyrics of their song or to read excerpts from scripted scenes Memorization is not necessary as they may refer to the lyrics or lines provided Those auditioning may also be asked to perform a single dance routine to be taught at the auditions

The musical is currently scheduled to be performed with a live full orchestra and presented on Tuesday, July 23, (Public Dress Rehearsal) and Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, July 25 through 28, at the Redlands Bowl The performances begin at 8:00 PM each evening

19 Fontana Unified High School Football Team Member s Ear n All-CIF Accolades After Historic Season

Ruiz earned the Offensive Player of the Year award and junior linebacker Michael Ephraim was named Co-Defensive Player of the Year in Division 8

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Nineteen members of Fontana Unified School District high school football teams have secured prestigious All California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section (CIF-SS) division honors, recognizing their outstanding accomplishments in what was a historic football season across the District

A B Miller, Jurupa Hills, Henry J Kaiser and Summit high schools all produced multiple All CIF-SS players in their respective divisions after all four teams qualified for the CIF-SS postseason

The dual-CIF championship Jurupa Hills team had 11 members who earned All CIF-SS Division 8 awards Citos Marinez received honors as the championship coach, senior quarterback Caleb

Jurupa Hills went on a historic playoff run and won both the CIF-SS Division 8 and CIF State Division 4-AA Southern California Regional championships to advance to the CIF Division 4AA State Championship game before ending the year with a 9-7 record This led to eight other Spartans earning All CIF-SS Division 8 recognition, including senior running back Damien Ortiz, linebacker Jordan Pernillo, wide receiver Jaylen Ephraim; junior defensive linemen Devin Colen and Arthur Gonzalez, offensive lineman Joseph Murillo, defensive back Durand Johnson and sophomore linebacker Daniel MacCharles

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Calif or nia Days Retur ns to Calico Ghost Town Feb. 17-18

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Marking San Bernardino County Regional Parks’ 60th-anniversary this year, Regional Parks and Apollo Silver Corp are excited to commemorate the third annual California Days event at Calico Ghost Town over Presidents’ Day weekend on Feb 17-18, 2024

California Days celebrates early California history with a focus on California’s admission to the union as the nation’s 31st state on Sept 9, 1850

This family-friendly event will precede National California Day, which lands on February 22 every year and will celebrate the people and culture of early California by

hosting family activities, gunfight shows and reenactments along with educational displays on the state’s Bear Flag, Pony Express Trail, and Butterfield Overland Trail

Serving as a natural backdrop to the Old West, Calico will travel back in time with a beard and mustache contest, arts & crafts, games and contests for all ages, pony rides, stories from the Pony Express, and a Pony Express relay for kids under 11

There will be live music and entertainment with the Victorian Muse Theater at the Town Hall, classroom reenactment sessions from the 1800s at the schoolhouse and some wild West street skits performed by the "Scoundrels Alley" Calico troupe

After the cast is selected, Scott and his production staff will hold a required orientation meeting the evening of Thursday, April 25, and rehearsals are scheduled to begin the first week of May The cast will rehearse at the Redlands Bowl as often as possible

Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins" is the critically acclaimed Broadway smash hit musical based on the books by P L Travers and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film The production delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical The beloved production features world famous songs by Richard M and Robert B Sherman, including “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “Jolly Holiday,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Feed the Birds,” among other hits that have been enjoyed by millions of fans throughout the world

Scott encourages people interested in backstage and technical staff work to also come on the scheduled audition days He has already secured some positions, including Music Conductor Nolan Livesay, Assistant Director Jeff DeWitt, Choreographer Michael Milligan, and Production Assistant / Cast Coordinator Sarah Pearce

For additional information, contact Sarah Pearce by email at marypoppinsredlandsbowl2024@gmail com or call the Redlands Bowl Performing Arts office at (909) 793-7316

Redlands Camera Club Hosting FREE Panel Discussion: Selling Your Photog raphy on Feb. 19

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Marking San Bernardino County Regional Parks’ 60th-anniversary this year, Regional Parks and Apollo Silver Corp are excited to commemorate the third annual California Days event at Calico Ghost Town over Presidents’ Day weekend on Feb 17-18, 2024

Photographers, as independent artists, at some point may want to consider selling copies of their images But where does a photographer start? Early considerations might include understanding the

The popular Dorsey Dog Delivery Game also returns and is a doggie scavenger hunt where owners and their furry friends search for clues throughout town to win the ultimate prize of a treat goodie bag and first-place ribbon from Dorsey’s Dog House

Eventgoers can enjoy our fairstyle food lineup with goodies, such as pretzels, lemonade and tater tot creations, or for very hungry appetites, the Calico Restaurant and Lil’s Saloon will be open All the Calico attractions will be open, including Maggie Mine and the Calico Oddessa Railroad Attractions are an additional charge For attraction prices, visit www calicoattractions com/

audience for specific compositions, pricing products, and identifying distribution channels Redlands Camera Club is presenting a program on Monday, February 19 with a panel of successful photographers and gallery owners to discuss tips for photographers to get their works displayed and sold

This free Zoom-only presentation begins at 7 PM Monday, February 19 The public is welcome to attend For a link to the meeting and more, see the Redlands Camera Club website: redlandscameraclub org

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Jurupa Hills High School football produced 11 All California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section (CIF-SS) Division 8 honorees when All CIF-SS teams were released on Jan 29

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A young man learns how to make an arrowhead from rock chips at California Days at Calico Ghost Town in Yermo, Calif

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

KAREN DALE KNIGHT CASE NO : PROVA2400073

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both of: KAREN DALE

KNIGHT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHIRLEY DIANE KNIGHT in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO

THE PETITION FOR

PROBATE requests that SHIRLEY DIANE KNIGHT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the I n d e p e n d e n t Administration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions however the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 02/28/2024 at 9:00 a m in Dept F-2 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA 92335

PROBATE DIVISION

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should either appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney

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The WNED PBS original The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights, an engrossing documentary capturing the conflict between three national Black leaders at the turn of the 20th century over the pathway to Black liberation, will premiere during Black History Month on KVCR PBS

The film airs on Friday, February 16 at 9 p m Directed by Emmy® Award-winning and two-time Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Lawrence R Hott, the film shines a spotlight on the fight pitting sociologist W E B Du Bois and Boston newspaper publisher William Monroe Trotter against educator and orator Booker T Washington, then the de facto leader of Black America The Niagara Movement was also distributed to public television stations around the country by American Public Television on February 1

With commentary by prominent scholars and authors like Angela Jones, Aldon Morris, Amilcar Shabazz and Chad Williams, the hour-long film immerses viewers in the conflict between three prominent Black leaders in the early days of the 1900s While Washington had called the

idea of social equality for African-Americans “folly” and urged Blacks “to learn to dignify and glorify common labour,” the repressive Jim Crow laws and widespread lynching that sprung up at the end of Reconstruction pressed Du Bois and Trotter to oppose Washington’s conciliatory tact The duo helped summon Black intellectuals, clergy, writers, newspapermen and activists from across the country to Buffalo, New York, to plan next steps To avert disruption by Washington’s supporters, the group of 29 men ultimately met across the Niagara River in Fort Erie, Canada, where they formed a national crusade called The Niagara Movement which called for full rights for African Americans

“We refuse to allow the impression to remain that the Negro-American assents to inferiority, is submissive under oppression, and apologetic before insults,” the group asserted in its 1905 Declaration of Principles a sharp rebuke to Washington

The short-lived movement named to evoke the power of the nearby Niagara Falls and the “mighty current” of protest they hoped to generate set the tone for the modern American civil rights movement and inspired the formation of the NAACP

The Niagara Movement can currently be streamed on Buffalo Toronto Public Media’s YouTube Channel, the PBS app and theniagaramovement org The film, which premiered in November on WNED PBS, will re-air on the Buffalo-area station on Friday, Feb 9, at 10 p m

“We are pleased that KVCR PBS is making available this enlightening film which unearths so much history in the long and ongoing fight for civil rights stories, places and names that should be known by people throughout the U S and Canada,” said Tom Calderone, president & CEO of Buffalo Toronto Public Media

Additional information, educational resources and bonus materials can be found at www theniagaramovement org Follow WNED PBS on X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and Instagram (@wnedpbs)

Major funding for The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights was provided by The John R Oishei Foundation, with additional funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc - In Memory of Susan Howarth and Visit Buffalo Niagara

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The Niagra Movement is directed by filmmaker Lawrence R Hott