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By Manny SandovalIn a s p i r i t e d d i s p l a y o f unity and sportsmanship, the San Bernardino Police Department took to the basketball court against local community members in a "Badges VS Ballers" game at Nunez Park on S e p t e m b e r 2 n d T h e e v e n t , which drew dozens of spectat o r s a n d p a r t i c i p a n t s , s h o w -
cased the department's commitment to fostering understanding and building bridges with the community they serve
Chick-Fil-A and Get Loaded Guns and Ammo sponsored the event, ensuring attendees were w e l l - f e d a n d r e f r e s h e d T h e community team, coached by Executive Pastor Byron Sims of K i n g d o m C u l t u r e Wo r s h i p
Center, was a diverse mix of young children, teenagers, and adults, all eager to engage in friendly competition with the police officers
M a y o r H e l e n Tr a n a n d Councilmember Juan Figueroa w e r e a m o n g t h e a t t e n d e e s , showing their support for the i n i t i a t i v e S a n B e r n a r d i n o County Supervisor Joe Baca Jr
By IECN StaffInland Empire Community News (IECN) is celebrating a significant achieve-
m e n t a s i t s C o - o w n e r & P u b l i s h e r, M a n n y S a n d o v a l , was honored as a finalist for t h e ' B e s t E x p l a n a t o r y
Reporting' category at the 2023 Ethnic Media Awards
"This feat speaks volumes to IECN’s commitment to balanced reporting and empowering the voices of people from a c r o s s t h e I n l a n d E m p i r e
Thank you to Rialto Unified School District for the nomination and Ethnic Media Services for this honor Congrats to all
f i n a l i s t s a t t h e c e r e m o n y, "
M a n n y S a n d o v a l e x p r e s s e d with gratitude
The Ethnic Media Awards, held on August 31, 2023, at the K i m p t o n S a w y e r H o t e l i n Sacramento, brought together e t h n i c m e d i a o u t l e t s f r o m across the state
These outlets, which played an indispensable role during t h e p a n d e m i c , c a m e t o Sacramento as a united front to engage with decision-makers, c o m m u n i c a t i o n s s p e c i a l i s t s ,
n o t o n l y a t t e n d e d b u t a l s o s h o w c a s e d h i s b a s k e t b a l l p r o w e s s b y p l a y i n g i n t w o games
Lieutenant John Echevarria, Western District Commander, emphasized the importance of such events "Members of the S a n B e r n a r d i n o P o l i c e Department constantly strive to SBPD cont on next pg
and to celebrate the outstanding journalism within the sector
Sandy Close of Ethnic Media S e r v i c e s ( E M S ) h i g h l i g h t e d the importance of the event and the role of ethnic media, stating, "We met the moment " The gathering aimed not only to honor the achievements of ethnic media but also to continue the dialogue with state leaders about the growing push for e q u i t y i n p u b l i c e d u c a t i o n campaigns
T h e r e c o g n i t i o n o f e t h n i c media's vital role, especially during the pandemic, has led to a b r o a d e r u n d e r s t a n d i n g among legislators about the importance of supporting local media that serves immigrants and communities of color
The nomination of Manny S a n d o v a l a n d t h e b r o a d e r recognition of ethnic media's contribution underscores the importance of local journalism in fostering community conn e c t i o n s , p r o m o t i n g u n d e rs t a n d i n g , a n d e n s u r i n g t h a t diverse voices are heard and r e p r e s e n t e d i n t h e b r o a d e r media landscape
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the Badges and Ballers continued to play hard and support one another to the basket
SBPD
connect with the community Even if that means in a more personable way through sports," Echevarria said "Today the officers came out to showcase their athletic skills versus the youth of San Bernardino, and we had a phenomenal time Thank you to our esteemed teenagers for playing against our officers in a few fun games of basketball "
Supervisor Joe Baca Jr echoed the sentiment in a Facebook post, stating, "Congratulations to The San Bernardino Police Department on a successful community event with the Badges vs Ballers bas-
Community News
The Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley will be hosting their annual Casino Night and Dog House Auction “Howler-ween”
Party on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm at 374 West Orange Show Road, San Bernardino
Attendees can gamble the night away and have the opportunity to win several fabulous high end raffle prize packages including a Disneyland package, an Eastern Sierra vacation package, Six Flags tickets, a suite at the Ontario Reign and so much more! Guests will also enjoy gaming, music, dancing, food and fun! There will also be one of a kind
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Dignity Health - St Bernardine Medical Center has been named by U S News & World Report to its 2023-2024 Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for Heart Bypass Surgery, Congestive Heart Failure, Diabetes, Heart Attack, and Stroke This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U S News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings
The annual Procedures & Conditions ratings are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making informed decisions
ketball game Building the bridge between public safety and the community "
Engaging events like these are pivotal in bridging the gap between law enforcement and the community They provide a platform for open dialogue, mutual respect, and understanding, fostering a sense of unity and trust
As the San Bernardino Police Department and the City of San Bernardino continue to prioritize such initiatives, they're setting a positive example of how law enforcement can effectively engage with and support the communities they serve
bird houses, a dog house and deluxe pet beds available for live auction
Costumes are encourage, but not required! There will be a contest for Best Costume, with the winner being announced at the end of the event New additions to the event this year include a caricature artist and face painter/festival makeup
Tickets are available now and can be purchased by calling 909386-1400 ext 218 or 224 or in person at the HSSBV Administration Office (374 W Orange Show Road)! Ticket prices are $50 each when purchased on or before October 2nd Tickets sold after October 2nd will be sold for $55 each Tickets will also be available for sale at the
door for this price
It strongly encouraged to purchase your tickets in advance Each ticket includes dinner, drink ticket, raffle ticket, $100 in Casino Cash, and entrance to the door prize drawing, including a $50 Visa gift card This event is for guests 21 years of age and older only
Sponsors for Ante Up for Animals Casino Night and Dog House Auction include Caston, Inc , Idexx Laboratories, Wells Fargo Financial Advisors, Cormarc Insurance Services MoneyTree, Boehringer Ingelheim, Dechra and Tacos Los Carnales All proceeds from this event benefit the HSSBV programs and services
SBCUSD Welcomes New Dir ector of Communications, Str engthening Enga gement and Communication Ef
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The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) announced the appointment of MaryRone Goodwin as the District's new Director of Communications and Community Relations, effective Tuesday, Sept 5
This cabinet-level position reflects the District's commitment to building strong relationships with its education partners and furthering the goals and vision set forth by Superintendent Mauricio Arellano
“We are thrilled to welcome MaryRone to the San Bernardino City Unified School District family,” Superintendent Arellano said “At the heart of everything she does is our students She will play a key role in sharing our efforts to collaborate with both families and the community to ensure their academic success ”
Goodwin will work closely with Superintendent Arellano and the District's leadership team to develop and execute strategic communication plans, manage media relations, oversee
digital and social media platforms, and collaborate with schools and departments to promote Districtwide initiatives
“I am incredibly proud to serve the community I was raised in,” said Goodwin “I firmly believe in the District’s mission to make hope happen for our students, and I am excited to highlight their successes and amplify the work of our district ”
Having previously served in a similar capacity with the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and Redlands Unified School District, she has a proven track record of developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies
A welcome reception for the new director will be held on Tuesday, Sept 5, at 4:30 p m in the Dr Margaret Hill Community Room located at the Board of Education building, 777 North F Street, San Bernardino
This will be a joint reception for both Goodwin and the District’s recently appointed Associate Superintendent Terry Comnick
Dr. Rick Axelr od to Retir e fr om LifeStr eam Blood Bank
about where to receive care for challenging health conditions or elective procedures
“We are honored to be ranked as a high-performing hospital in five different specialties,” states Douglas Kleam, SBMC Hospital President “These rankings are a testament to the commitment of the entire St Bernardine team to continuously improve the quality, safety, and equity of the care we provide ”
U S News evaluated more than 4,500 hospitals across 15 specialties and 21 procedures and conditions Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing
care and patient experience
“For 34 years, U S News has provided data-informed rankings to help patients and their doctors find the best hospital to treat their illness or condition,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U S News “Fewer than half of evaluated hospitals earned any High Performing rating Hospitals that are High Performing have excelled in providing high quality care in specific procedures and/or conditions ”
For more information on the U S News Best Hospitals, explore Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #BestHospitals
Community News
Dr Rick Axelrod, MD, MBA, President/CEO and Medical Director for LifeStream Blood Bank, will retire from his position on Sept 18, 2023
Dr Axelrod joined the organization in June 2004 when it was known as the Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, with 275 employees serving 33 hospitals in two counties
During his 19-year career, the organization has grown to include 425 employees serving 80 hospitals in six counties, added five blood donation centers, two distribution centers, doubled the volume of its reference laboratory business, added new programs for stimulated granulocytes, stem cell and den-
dreon collections and a therapeutic apheresis program serving patients in the entire Southern California region
During his tenure, Dr Axelrod has been a vital part of the blood community at both the local and national levels
He has served as the primary voting industry representative for the Department of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee for Blood Safety and Availability, vice president, secretary and treasurer on the Board of Directors for America’s Blood Centers (ABC) and secretary on the Board of Directors for Blood Centers of California
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This year, on Sept 6, after the Labor Day holiday, tribal leaders will travel to the State Capitol to address the legislature about the recent audit of the California State University system’s failure to repatriate nearly 700,000 Native American human remains and artifacts These remains are stored in boxes on shelves
The bill, AB 389, will require monitoring campus efforts to review their collections and completion of repatriation activities by December 2025, implementing protocols for handling and identifying remains and cultural items and issuing a system wide Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act policy establishing consistent repatriation processes and training re-
quirements
Sponsors supporting this important trust building measure include the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Redding Rancheria, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Ricon Band of Luiseno Indians, Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians, Tule River Indian Tribe of California, Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians and the Tachi Yokut Tribe
Too many Californians – when they think of the state’s tribes –imagine a single mass speaking in one language, practicing one faith and the same customs Too many also believe that the state’s Native Americans no longer face a lack of access to health care, education, equal protections in the areas of public safety, children’s foster care or inclusion
when decisions are made that impact them Far too many Californians believe the state’s First People are raking in cash from the 76 casinos and 5 mini-casinos operating in California It is true that these casino-owning, federally recognized tribes have become economic powerhouses with revenues of approximately $9 billion annually
But not even all the federally recognized tribes own casinos, and the much greater number of tribes that are non-recognized struggle to ensure the security and wellbeing of their members
The reality is that California has more than 100 tribes and several more that are unrecognized because of the shameful history of broken treaties, displacement and other maltreatment
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On Friday, November 25, 2022, Rialto Police Department patrol officers investigated a robbery that occurred in the 300 block of North Eucalyptus Avenue
The 19-year-old victim reported the suspect, who was later identified as Manuel Barajas, physically attacked him and stole approximately $9,000 00 worth of jewelry and electronics During the incident Barajas pointed a handgun at the victim’s head and threatened to kill him Barajas fled from the location before police arrived, however an investigation was conducted and a criminal report was completed
Criminal charges were later filed by the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office, and as a result Barajas was arrested on February 20, 2023 Barajas was later re-
leased with a promise to appear in court at a later time Barajas failed to appear for that court date, and a felony warrant was issued for his arrest Additionally, a parole violation warrant was issued based on Barajas’ status on state parole for PC 215(a) – carjacking
On Saturday, September 2, 2023, Rialto Police Department Officers learned of Barajas’ potential whereabouts and began efforts to take him into custody once again At approximately 1:54 p m officers observed Barajas in the 4000 block of North Sierra Way driving a black 2016 Kia Optima Officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop on Barajas’ vehicle knowing Barajas used a firearm in the commission of the original robbery and could potentially be armed again Barajas failed to comply with officers and fled on foot through the parking lot of a crowded shopping center As Barajas fled, officers deployed their department issued Conducted Energy Weapons (Tasers) Barajas fell to the ground, injuring himself, and continued
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Community News
On September 1st, 2023 eight drivers were issued citations and 1 arrested at a DUI checkpoint
The DUI checkpoint was held on the 1900 block of W Valley Blvd from 7 p m to 3 a m
Eight drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license 328 vehicles total went
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through the checkpoint and 117 of the 328 vehicles were screened for objective signs and symptoms of intoxication or driving while suspended/unlicensed
One driver was arrested for other unrelated criminal charges
DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes
The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off roads
The next DUI checkpoint will be held on September 29th, 2023
Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
to resist officers’ attempts to take him into custody Following his arrest, a search of Barajas and his vehicle was conducted, however no firearm was located Barajas suffered a laceration to his forehead as well as other minor abrasions and contusions on his arms and legs Medical services were immediately dispatched to the scene for Barajas, who was transported by paramedics to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries Upon release from the hospital, Barajas is set to be booked into the West Valley Detention Center for his outstanding warrants related to the original PC 211 – Robbery, as well as his parole violation Additionally, one Rialto Police Department officer suffered several abrasions while struggling to take Barajas into custody, and was treated by paramedics on scene
RPD requests that anyone with information about this incident contact Lt Rocky Johnson at (909) 820-2629
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September is National Preparedness
Month, the City of Riverside has joined the national efforts of the Ready Campaign by hosting a READY RIVERSIDE Public Safety Preparedness Expo on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, at 1299 Galleria at Tyler Mall, Riverside, south side parking lot outside of the food court
While September is national preparedness month, the goal is to make emergency preparedness a part of our lives every day This means storing emergency supplies in sufficient quantity to last for
at least 10 days or even longer, having an evacuation plan in case of fire, and knowing how to properly report emergencies happening in your neighborhoods Fire Chief Michael Moore said, “The recent wildfires and extreme weather conditions throughout the country show the importance of preparing now for a disaster that may impact your life ” Expo displays will include Fire & Police specialized vehicles, SWAT, Technical Rescue, Haz Mat, American Red Cross, Hands only CPR, STOP the Bleed, Neighborhood Watch, Fire Safety, Community Emergency Response Team, Riverside Public Utilities, and more For information on emergency preparedness visit: www readyriverside org
LAS FAMILIAS, LOS ESTUDIANTES, LOS EDUCADORES Y LAS COMUNIDADES TOMAN DECISIONES EN CONJUNTO.
CLASES ADAPTADAS A LAS NECESIDADES DE LOS ESTUDIANTES.
ASESORAMIENTO, SALUD MENTAL, CUIDADO DE NIÑOS Y EDUCACIÓN DE PADRES.
AUMENTANDO LA PARTICIPACIÓN DE LOS ESTUDIANTES Y CERRANDO LAS BRECHAS DE RENDIMIENTO
ESCUELAS COMUNITARIAS DE CALIFORNIA — REIMAGINANDO LA EDUCACIÓN PÚBLICA.
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CSUSB Hosts Topping Out Cer emony f or New Perf or ming Ar ts Center
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On a sunny Tuesday morning on Aug 29, the Cal State San Bernardino campus community gathered for the topping out ceremony for the university’s Performing Arts Center, set to open during the 2024-25 academic year
Kathyn Ervin, retired professor of theatre arts, emceed the event Carlos Two Bears Gonzales, coordinator of the First Peoples’ Center, gave the land acknowledgement, followed by speeches from Rafik Mohamed, provost and vice president for academic affairs; Sam Sudhakar, vice president and chief information officer
of CSUSB’s Information Technology Services; Robert Nava, vice president for advancement and executive director for the CSUSB Philanthropic Foundation; and Rueyling Chuang, dean of the College of Arts and Letters
A topping out ceremony is a construction tradition that has been occurring in some fashion for centuries as a celebration of project milestones Traditionally, the ceremony occurs when the final structural beam is raised into place, completing the building’s frame The campus community was invited to sign the beam
The $126 9 million, 73,337-square-foot Performing
Arts Center will provide teaching, rehearsal and performance spaces necessary for a modern performing arts program Creating a new 500-seat performing arts theater will allow the university to provide a more equitable educational experience that reflects the excellence of the theater arts and music programs at CSUSB
At completion, the theater will be the only one of its size and quality in the Inland Empire, and will allow more of the area’s community to experience the highly acclaimed productions from CSUSB student-performers and student-musicians
Crafton Hills College Launches Fundraiser in Suppor t of Students in Perf or ming Ar ts
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The stage is almost set for Crafton Hills College’s all-new Finkelstein Performing Arts Center ’s debut But before the curtain lifts on the space in 2024, the Yucaipa-based college’s Foundation has put out the call for the community to sponsor a seat (or two)
Funds raised through the effort will go to support the future of the college’s Theater Arts Department, and each seat sponsored will include a personalized touch – a donor plate embossed with each donor ’s name or name of their choosing
“Donations are not for lights and overhead, but for support that helps students succeed,” explained Michelle Riggs, Crafton’s director of institutional advancement “This endowment will enhance experiences for theatre, dance and music students and provide program expenses, impacting students in perpetuity ”
The fundraiser “is really exciting to see because this is a major investment in the time and effort the college has put into promoting the performing arts,” added CHC Theater Department Chair
Paul Jacques “This will benefit the performing arts at Crafton for the next 20 years ”
Donor plates are approximately 2 875 inches x 1 375 inches, and supporters can choose between one or two-year pledge options to make it easy and affordable to support the cause For example, seats in rows A through C cost $1,000 per sponsorship, but donors can commit to a one-year pledge of $84 a month or a twoyear pledge of $42 a month Sponsorships can be made directly at craftonhills edu/seat or by contacting the Foundation directly by email at chcfoundation@craftonhills edu or by phone at 909-389-3245
Crafton’s new 24,000 sq ft PAC stands on the site of the college’s old gym, which was demolished last year The new performing space will house instructional spaces for music, theater and dance programming and was approved for construction in Sept 2022, and the groundbreaking followed in May
The Crafton Hills College Foundation works year-round to raise funds for student-based scholarships, grants, and campus improvements To learn more about the nonprofit, go to craftonhills edu/foundation
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Rendering of New Finklestein Performing Arts Center Auditorium
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Kathyn Ervin, retired CSUSB professor of theatre arts, emceed the topping out ceremony for the new Performing Arts Center at CSUSB on Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023
San Ber nardino Mom Discover s Secr et to Slashing Utility Bills Amid Nationwide Surge
By Manny SandovalAs utility bills across the nation have seen a staggering increase since the pandemic, San Bernardino resident Ashley Green has found a unique way to save hundreds of dollars annually and earn extra cash
Green, a mother of three boys, turned to the OhmConnect app after spotting it in an Instagram-sponsored post "I started noticing little things like when you turn some utilities off between 7 PM and 8 PM, it gives you points And when you refer the app to people, it gives you money It gave me $40 via PayPal once," Green shared Referrals can earn users between $20 to $60
According to data, utility costs saw a significant jump in 2022 Green's strategy revolves around the app's notifications about peak hours, often between 7 PM and 8
PM "It helps you find ways to save, and it goes off your bill," she explained By connecting the app to her Edison account, Green receives text messages about peak hours and garners the results the following day
Green identified her washer and portable air conditioner when asked about the most energy-consuming utilities Since adopting the app's recommendations over two years ago, she's saved several hundreds of dollars each year
When asked how her family survives when disconnecting from the A/C during the 100-degree weather, Green said, "It's not super hot around 7 PM or 8 PM Sometimes we'll go outside, turn the sprinklers on, or go for a drive, so by the time we return, the peak hour is over," Green added
OhmConnect, free for users, was founded in 2014 by
Cadir Lee, Matt Duesterberg, and Curtis Tongue
The platform's primary feature, the OhmHour, is a brief window for high demand on the energy grid Instead of resorting to "peaker" plants, utility companies incentivize customers to reduce their energy consumption Users are notified of these peak hours, and by reducing their energy usage, they earn rewards that can be converted to cash or other prizes
The company also emphasizes its commitment to equity and outreach Recognizing the systemic inequities faced by low-income families and people of color, OhmConnect's Equity, Access, and Outreach (EA&O) Committee works to combat these disparities within the energy and consumer technology sectors
Innovative solutions like OhmConnect offer a glimmer of hope and financial relief for households nationwide as utility bills continue to rise
San Ber nardino County Gains National Attention f or Ef f or ts to Addr ess Homelessness
The Point-In-Time Count being conducted in January 2023
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The Board of Supervisors’ commitment to addressing homelessness has been recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo)
A 2023 NACo Achievement Award was presented to the county for implementing Point-In-Time Count (PITC) virtual training, which resulted in a 41 percent increase in the number of volunteers trained between 2020 and 2022
Before virtual trainings, San Bernardino County prepared volunteers for the annual homeless count at various county offices, which created a barrier for potential volunteers who could not attend To address this issue, the county moved PITC trainings to a virtual setting, allowing for more volunteers to attend without having to travel to a physical site
The Board of Supervisors has taken bold steps to address homelessness, such as adopting the 2022 Home-
less Strategic Action Plan and allocating $72 million toward permanent housing and other support systems and services
San Bernardino County won 160 NACo 2023 Achievement Awards, nearly doubling the number of awards it won last year, and leads with more awards than any of the nation’s more than 3,000 counties
The PITC is an annual survey of individuals experiencing homelessness on a single night in January The results of the survey provide insight to the Board of Supervisors for developing policies to prevent and end homelessness The data is also shared with the U S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
“The PITC is important in many different ways, mainly because it provides us with a baseline to monitor our progress in addressing homelessness,” said Director of Community Development and Housing Carrie Harmon
This year, the PITC survey indicated that San
Bernardino County’s homeless population grew by 26 percent In total, 4,195 individuals were identified as homeless PITC volunteers searched cars, parks, sidewalks, parking lots, and vacant buildings to make this determination Much of that increase is attributed to the growing number of volunteers finding more of the county’s homeless
“It is truly an honor to receive a NACo Achievement Award for our virtual PITC trainings,” said Interim Chief of Homeless Services Kristin Stevens “This strategy increased our participation rate, which allowed us to gain a more comprehensive understanding of homelessness in our county We are so grateful to the many PITC volunteers who contributed to this effort ”
The PITC is sponsored by the San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership in collaboration with the Office of Homeless Services and the Institute for Urban Initiatives For more information about Homeless Services, visit homelesstohome sbcounty gov
CA Senator : After T he Senseless Killing of Lauri Ann Car leton, Let’s Find Common Gr ound
By Senator Rosilicie Ochoa BoghIn the state’s quiet, picturesque town of Cedar Glen, a simple clothing store, Mag Pi, was the focus of a heinous act of violence On Friday, August 18, a man arrived at Mag Pi, and the life of store-owner Laura Ann “Lauri” Carleton was abruptly ended According to accounts of that day, this act was perpetrated with vicious purposes
Mag Pi was a labor of love for Lauri, who was wellknown within the community Her journey in fashion began as a teenager in her family’s business, Fred Segal, in Los Angeles
After graduating from the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, she spent over 15 years as an executive at Kenneth Cole In 2013, she realized her dream by opening Mag pi on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City Her venture’s success led to the opening of a second store in Cedar Glen in 2021
Lauri was not just a store owner, she was also a loving mother of nine, a wife to her husband, Bort, and an advocate in the community She was the heart and soul of her store, and her success in the community wasn’t solely due to her fashion expertise, but rather to her gen-
uine passions and upstanding character
To her friends and the community, Lauri represented more than her store she was an advocate Matthew Clevenger, a member of the Lake Arrowhead LGBTQ+ community, said that Lauri championed individuality and authenticity, standing firm for acceptance
When Mag Pi opened its doors in 2021, Lauri displayed a Pride flag at the store The flag was repeatedly vandalized and torn down multiple times Undeterred, Lauri always rehung the flag each time it was taken down
Lauri was a contributor to the Lake Arrowhead LGBTQ+ community and an enthusiastic participant in their Pride boat parade Her commitment to individuality, authenticity and acceptance was unmistakable Mag Pi itself featured a dedicated Pride section showcasing rainbow-colored products
Mag Pi and Lauri’s acts in support for the LGBTQ+ community was an expression of our Constitutional free speech While we may not agree with every manifestation of free speech, it is every American’s right to exercise this liberty Tragically, the situation escalated beyond the removal of the Pride Flag Lauri’s senseless death was an act of violence that can only be described
as abhorrent
We find ourselves in a time marked by contention Too frequently, violence takes the place of civil discourse and reasoned debate The prevailing trend of vilifying those who hold differing viewpoints is a perilous approach that can lead to tragic outcomes
In recent times, we have all seen this trend of vilification become the rule rather than the exception Rather than rely on debating facts and holding ourselves to a high standard of decorum, the go-to strategy is hostility toward others, rather than discussing the merit of the ideas they profess Lauri’s death was unnecessary and tragic It was spurned by hate This is absolutely unacceptable We must all take care to temper what we see around us and take the time to truly get to know one another
Let us honor Lauri’s memory by rejecting violence as a means of resolution In the face of adversity, let her legacy inspire us to find common ground and embrace the power of respectful dialogue and understanding in order to help foster a “more perfect union ” Our children deserve it
*This Op-Ed was originally published in The Sacramento bee
Inland Empire Community Newspapers • September 07, 2023 • Page A5 Op-Ed
PHOTO COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO
opengov c om/portal/sbcusd Bidders who are desirous of secur ng a copy of the Bid documents may do so by logging nto the D strict s website at: https://procurement opengov c om/portal/sbcusd Bid responses must conform and be responsive in accordance w th the Bid Documents posted through the District s “OpenGov Procurement” website porta Contract award is contingent upon ava ability of funds Local Minority and Disabled Veterans Businesses are spec fically encouraged to respond The District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and to accept or reject any tem to withdraw a line tem or entire Bid and to waive any irregularities or informalities n the Bid document(s)
The District may award any, all or none of this Bid
By: Emmili Penn Buyer
Publication September 7, 2023
Request for Clarification September 15 2023 11:00 AM Virtual Bid Opening September 22, 2023 2:00 PM https://meet google com/sdhuyne-bpa CNS-3734241# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/7/23
Petitioner or Attorney: ASHISH, 1333 RECHE CANYON RD, APT 1203, COLTON, CA 92324 PETITIONER IN PRO SE Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 347 West 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, Civil PETITION OF: Liborio Aguayo FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIVSB2312507 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ASHISH to Proposed name: ASHISH SAROY THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be
(ADA for each school district will increase by at least 1 percent from the prior fiscal year) Section 60119-a-1-
A requires that the governing boards of school districts hold a public hearing to encourage participation by parents, teachers, members of the community interested in the affairs of the school district and bargaining unit leaders and make a determination through a resolution as to whether each pupil in each school in the district has or will have prior to the end of the fiscal year, sufficient textbooks and/or instructional materials in each subject that are consistent with the content and cycles of the curriculum framework adopted by the state board The adoption of designated textbooks for each course Districtwide is an essential part of the development of an articulated, sequential, and a standardized curriculum in each subject The San Bernardino City Unified School District has an ongoing procedure whereby textbooks are continually reviewed and updated by committees that are representative of the school community Books are reviewed for content and their match with District and state frameworks The September 19 2023 meeting of the District will begin at 5:30 p m , or as soon thereafter as possible in the Dr Margaret Hill Community Room Board of Education Building, located at 777 North F Street, San Bernardino CA 92410 These matters will be considered at such time as this agenda item is considered by the Board of the District
Questions and/or comments should be directed to
Ana M Applegate, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, (909)
473-2086 San Bernardino City Unified School District CNS-3722246#
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the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 10/30/23 Time: 8:30 am Dept: S24 The address of the court is: same as noted above (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court s website To find your court s website, go to www courts ca gov/find-mycourt htm ) A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation printed in this county: El Chicano b Other Dated: AUG 28 2023 BRIAN S MCCARVILLE Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 8/31 9/7 9/14 9/21/23 E-8575 NOTICE Extra Space Storage wil hold a publ c auction to sel persona property described below belong ng to those indiv duals isted be ow at the location indicated: 13473 Footh ll Blvd Fontana CA 92335 September 20th 2023 at 10:45 A M Shawn Zarate: Un t appears to contain genera household items m sc tems; Sylv a Sanchez: Un t appears to conta n general household items, m sc items; Me issa Moss: Un t appears to contain genera household items m sc tems; Barbara Wafer: Unit appears to conta n general household items m sc tems; Hair Bosses: Un t appears to contain genera household items, m sc tems; Victor Castaneda: Unit appears to conta n general household items misc items; Erick A an s: Unit appears to conta n genera household items m sc tems The auct on wi l be listed and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made with cash only and pa d at the above referenced facility in order to comp ete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up unti the winning b dder takes possession of the persona property CN999545 09-20-2023 Published Rialto Record Aug 31 Sep 7 2023 R-482 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NOTICE FOR Request for Proposal RFP PC1344 Security Services – Arrowhead and HPO HACSB CONTACT PERSON: C audia Nunez Procurement Housing Authority of San Bernardino 715 E Brier Drive, San Bernardino CA 92408 procurement@hacsb com HOW TO OBTAIN BID DOCS: 1 Access www hacsb com 2 Click onto the Do Bus ness With Us tab 3 C ick on the Planet Bids ink to download and submit a Proposal with nstructions PROPOSAL SUBMITALL RETURN: Bids submitted through Planet Bids website PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DATE: October 2 2023 @ 2PM CNS-3734895# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/7/23 E-8579 LIEN SALE Notice s hereby given pursuant to sect ons 3071 and 3072 of the Civ l Code of the State of Ca ifornia the undersigned wi l sel the fo lowing vehicles at lien sa e at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Monday, September 18, 2023 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 19 HOND 5 J 6 R W 1 H 5 7 K A 0 4 3 3 6 5 8NQB382 CA To be sold by: F & A Autobody 8881 He lman Ave, Rancho Cucamonga San Bernardino County CA 91730 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 00 HYUN 3H3V482C9YT108263 00 MONO 1NNZS4825YM335775 98 MONO 1NNVA5320WM308236 15 WAB 1JJV532D4FL895144 00 WAB 1JJV532W8YL733523 97 WAB 1JJR532YXVL424909 To be sold by: Wilson Tow ng, 2310 E 3rd St San Bernard no San Bernard no County, CA 92410 (10:00 AM) Said sale s for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, abor materia s and lien charges, together w th costs of advertising and expenses of sale LienTek So utions, Inc P O Box 443 Bonita CA 91908 CNS-3735024# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/7/23 E-8576 NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS Bid No 23-05 HVAC Parts and Materials NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino City Unified School District of San Bernardino County, State of California acting through its Govern ng Board hereafter referred to as the District is soliciting electronic bid submittals through its OpenGov eProcurement web portal in response to Bid No 23-05 HVAC Parts and Materials Bids must be submitted electronically up to but not later than Friday, September 22 2023 at 2:00PM at https://procurement
granted If no written objec-
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E-8578 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT RELATIVE TO THE ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE K-12 TEXTBOOK AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR 2023-2024 EDUCATION CODE SECTION 60252 Please be advised the Board of Education ( Board ) of the San Bernardino City Unified School District (“District”) at its regular meeting to be held on September 19, 2023, will make a determination through a resolution as to whether each pupil in the District has or will have prior to the end of the fiscal year, sufficient textbooks or instructional materials or both, and; these materials in each subject are consistent with the content and cycles of the curriculum framework adopted by the state board This Public Hearing is held to enable additional input by parents teachers, members of the community, and bargaining unit leaders in order to comply with [EC Section 60119(a)(1)(B)] California Education Code Section 60119-a specifies that the governing boards of school districts are subject to the requirements of Education Code Section 60119 in order to receive funds for Pupil Textbook and Instructional Materials Incentive program (Education Code Section 60252) and/or funds for instructional materials from any state source in a fiscal year in which the Superintendent of Public Instruction determines that the base revenue limit per average daily attendance
PUBLISHED
9/7/23
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE Pursuant to the Californ a SelfServ ce Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 et seq ) the undersigned will se l at pub ic auction September 28th 2023 on personal property includ ng but not limited to business equipment, electron cs, furnture, cloth ng, too s and/or other m sce laneous items ocated at: A-AMERICAN SELF STORAGE (formerly known as Space Place) 220 W Valley B vd R alto CA 92376 @ 10AM via Storageauctions net STORED BY THE FOLLOWING PERSONS: Ronea Mil er Monique Hogg Coguidoe y Ruelas Travyanna Murray Juan Cordona Emi io Ghanem Adolfo Guardado Joseph Julian Jr H llman All sales are subject to prior cancellation Terms rules and regu ations available at sale By A-Amer can Storage Management Co Inc (310)9144022 Publ shed R alto Record September 7 14 2023 R-493 NOTICE Extra Space Storage w ll hold a public auct on to sell personal property described below beonging to those ind viduals l sted below at the location indicated: 18777 Bloomington Ave B oomngton CA 92316 September 20 2023 at 9:45 AM Monique James 2 queen beds one T V Fr dge 20 uhaul boxes med um size totes Wendy Berrcoal, Two wheelchairs and a coup e of totes Jesse Diaz mattress couch sma l items The auct on wi l be l sted and advert sed on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash only and paid at the above referenced fac lity in order to complete the transact on Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal propert CN999347 09-20-2023 Pub ished Rialto Record Aug 31, Sep 7, 2023 R-479 NOTICE Extra Space Storage wil hold a pub ic auction to sel persona property described be ow be onging to those individua s listed be ow at the ocat on indicated: 15713 Valley Blvd Fontana Ca 92335, SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 10:30 AM Louis Peters unit appears to conta n Personal tems and misc; Ralph Garcia un t appears to contain clothing and personal; Br ttany Doyle un t appears to conta n personal household m sc; Danny Orozco unit appears to contain, household m sc; Gregory Smith unit appears to contain household items tools; Cla re Jane Br dgman unit appears to contain household tems misc; Evangel na Contreras unit appears to contain household items; Sergio Junior Rodriguez, un t appears to conta n, Bus ness equ pment; Bianca Iverson unit appears to contain household items; Raelynn Jackson unit appears to conta n C othing and misc The auction wil be isted and advert sed on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made with cash only and pa d at the above referenced facil ty in order to comp ete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up unti the w nning bidder takes possession of the persona property CN999369 09-20-2023 Published Rialto Record Aug 31 Sep 7 2023 R-480 NOTICE Extra Space Storage wil hold a publ c auct on to sel personal property described below belong ng to those individuals l sted below at the location indicated: 3285 N Locust Ave R a to CA 92377 on September 20 2023 at 10:30 am Jerry Hi eveld Household Goods; M a Diaz Household Goods; Morgan Bailey, Househo d Goods; Richardo Saldana Household Goods; Ashley Johnson Household Goods; Edward Lopez Household Goods; Chris Coffee Househo d Goods; Teareatha Johnson Househo d Goods The auction wil be l sted and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash on y and pa d at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any b d and may rescind any purchase up unti the winning b dder takes possess on of the personal property CN999546 09-20-2023 Pub ished Rialto Record Aug 31 Sep 7 2023 R-483 NOTICE Extra Space Storage w ll hold a public auct on to sell personal property described below beonging to those nd viduals l sted below at the location indicated: 313 S Riverside Ave Rialto CA 92376 September 19 2023 at 11:30 am Joseph Sevil a: Mattress Bags boxes totes toys bed frame; Yo anda Hi l: Dresser, chairs couch boxes totes Pro hair dryer wa l art bed rails; Irene Gonzales: Dresser Mattress bags Boxes exercise bike chi d car seat water d spenser; J mmy Ray Banks: Chair Mattress Dryer fridge stereo TVs, Washer, totes, bike, boxes, fans, dol y; Jesus Vergara: Mattress bags clothes bed frame; Luis Martinez: Chair mattress Bike Desk Tv Stand gutar; Jamee Perry: Dresser tab e bags boxes clothes Shoes plastic drawers perfumes ottoman; Alberts Johnson: Chair Mattress, Tab e, TV, bed frame, portable heater turkey fryer fake plants The auction w ll be l sted and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash only and paid at the above referenced fac lity in order to complete the transact on Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property CN999646 09-19-2023 Publ shed Rialto Record Aug 31 Sep 7 2023 R-486 Inland Empire Community Newspapers Visit us online at www.iecn.com for all your community news! 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City of Highland to Welcome Costco and 1,400 New Jobs Amid City Expansion
By Manny SandovalThe Highland Area Chamber of Commerce's August Networking Luncheon was abuzz with excitement as Larry Mainez, City of Highland community development director, unveiled plans for significant city developments, including the much-anticipated arrival of Costco
Addressing a full house at the Spring Lake Clubhouse in East Highland, Mainez announced that Costco had submitted entitlements in July and is already in the planning phase "Once they get their permits, they might open within 10 months," Mainez shared The new Costco, set to be located on Greenspot Road between Boulder Avenue and Palm Avenue, will feature a gas station equipped with both gas and electric charging stations Notably absent will be diesel options This development comes after years of halted progress
in the area due to environmental concerns, primarily the presence of the endangered Kangaroo Rat and traffic concerns in the Greenspot Village & Marketplace The resolution of these concerns has paved the way for the city's expansion
The city is set to see an influx of 1,400 new jobs, with 500 stemming from retail and another 900 from logistics Mainez highlighted the economic potential, asking Gail Shelton of Coldwell Bankers about the average household income in Highland The figure stands at $69,000
Beyond Costco, Mainez shed light on other upcoming developments "This map highlights 1,700 new housing units, including 300 single-family units and 1,400 multifamily units," he said, emphasizing the city's rapid growth Additionally, eight warehouse projects are in the pipeline, ranging from 47,000 sqft to a gargantuan 300,000 sqft
Commercial development is also on the horizon An upcoming Quick Quack Car Wash is slated for Boulder Avenue and Greenspot Road Food enthusiasts will be pleased with the introduction of an Ono Hawaiian BBQ, El Pollo Loco, and a new Habit Burger near the Baseline Street interchange by Smart and Final
Mainez engaged attendees with trivia, revealing that the city boasts 13 parks, contrary to a popular guess of three He also highlighted the city's two major events: the 4th of July Parade and the Citrus Harvest Festival
The city's growth and the arrival of Costco are sure to bring a new chapter of prosperity and development to Highland, even with the environmentally pesky proposed warehouse projects As Mainez aptly put it, "I don’t know if you’ve heard, but Costco is coming to town "
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PHOTOS MANNY SANDOVAL
(Left photo) Highland Area Chamber of Commerce Member Jan Forester looking at a map detailing the exact locations of the city’s forthcoming developments (Right photo) City of Highland Community Development Director Larry Mainez happily announcing a Costco store to Highland in 2024