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Veterans cor ridor ‘special’ for vets, community leaders

Free f lu shots for county resi-

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The Route 66 Veterans Memorial Corridor kicked off with events in Barstow, Fontana and San Bernardino on Oct. 12 and 13. By Anthony Victoria

Eleanor Torres, veteran service organizations, and community groups, Petit will be planting over 3,000 trees across a 400-mile stretch to honor brave military heroes like her father.

today, and I miss him.”

IECG held several kickoff events in Barstow, Fontana, and San Bernardino on October 12 and 13 to commemorate the actions of service men and women who have “My dad was in the First Marine fought in wars dating back to Division at Guadalcanal,” said Petit. “I’m wearing his dog tags Veterans, cont. on next page Along with fellow Co-Founder

aunching the Route 66 Veterans Memorial Corridor was a special moment for Incredible Edible Community Garden Co-Founder Mary Petit.

Valley College hosts Hor ror Film Festival

Bour land: ‘Philosophy is that I know business really well’ By Anthony Victoria

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Interim West Valley Water District Board Member Robb Bourland is running to finish Rafael Trujillo’s unfinished term in this November’s election.

obb Bourland is a person who enjoys giving back. It’s why he decided to inquire about the vacant West Valley Water District board position vacated by Rialto Councilman Rafael Trujillo six months ago. He answered the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors’ call to fill the seat at the request of the West Valley Water District Board of Directors when they were unable to fill the seat. “The residents were aware of the issues happening on the water board,” Bourland said. “And they said, ‘Hey, you know they can use someone with some business expertise?’ And I said yes.” Bourland looks to take his passion in helping others and his professional utility experience to serve constituents of the water district for two more years. “I’ve been able to bring some business rigor into their usual dayBourland, cont. on next page

e prepared for the flu season by receiving your FREE flu shot. The County of San Bernardino Department of Public Health, Preparedness and Response Program is encouraging residents to get their flu shot at their local Point of Dispensing (POD) site. A POD site is a location where the community would go to receive medication and/or vaccinations during a public health emergency, such as pandemic influenza or bioterrorism event. The free flu shot clinics are designed to exercise plans and procedures for a local pandemic influenza response. The goal of the exercise is to test the Department’s mass distribution of medication and vaccinations to county residents as a response to an outbreak or public health threat. County residents are encouraged to start planning and preparing for an emergency by using these three simple steps: Plan Ahead, Know Where to go, and Stay Informed. Plan Ahead: Prepare your family for emergencies that could happen in your community. Build emergency kits, and talk to your family about your plan. Learn Where To Go: Know where your nearest community POD site will be to receive medications or vaccinations. Stay Informed: Identify sources of information in your community that will be helpful before, during and after an emergency. For more information on public health emergencies or to see the FREE Flu shot clinic schedule, visit the of San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, Preparedness and Response Program website at www.sbcounty.gov/prp or call 909-252-4406.

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Sidewalk chalk art contest connects community through transportation

n Saturday, Oct. 14 Omnitrans held its very colorful 2nd Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest at the San Bernardino Transit Center where over a dozen artists participated. The theme was connecting the community through transportation, and artists made it challenging for judges to whittle it down to the top three. Judges were Gil Botello, Chair of the Fine Arts Commission; Barbara Babcock, Vice Chair; Chris Mathews from the Art Institute; and Danielle Wallis with Art Connection. Congrats to the winners: third place and $100 gift card to Alicia Rubio; second place and $150 to David Mir; first place and $300 to Arlette Ramirez who captured the theme most accurately, Botello said.

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Above: Students from King High School in Riverside, from left: Maya Bean, Rachael Butz, Mark Cerda, Hannah Choi, Nitine Saengsouvanna, and Emilee Chrisman. Below: Judges had the challenging task of narrowing down over a dozen entries to three winners. From left, Chris Mathews from the Art Institute, Fine Arts Commission Chair Gil Botello and Fine Arts Commission Vice Chair Barbara Babcock. (Other judge was Danielle Wallis)

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Above: Alex Castillo, 14 from San Bernardino, is a special needs student who wanted to express his artistic side and did a great job! Below: Winner Arlette Ramirez of San Bernardino said she wants to evoke happiness when people look at her creation, which most aptly portrayed community connection through transportation.

Veterans World War II. At the Col. Joseph Rodriguez VFW Post 8737 volunteers planted 18 trees and permanent markers. Torres said IECG received a $1 million grant through the California Climate Investments Program to work on the project. The marker will include a veteran’s name, branch of service, years of service and the GPS coordinates for the location of the tree. “We wanted to have a project where we could go across the Bourland to-day business,” explained Bourland. That entails meeting with the 82plus employees of the district and finding ways to get returns on investments and produce project plans. “There are candidates that are saying, ‘we could do this and that,’” said Bourland. “My philosophy is that I know business really well.” Bourland ran the business applications for Southern California Edison, dealing with nuclear and geothermal energy, as well as with the utility giants’ field and customer services for about 35 years. “I understand utilities really well,” he said. Bourland is concerned with the

county and bring our communities together in the district in an effort to honor our veterans,” said Torres. “We’re excited about this because not only is it just tree planting...it includes scrubbing the air.” San Bernardino County Supervisor Josie Gonzales, whose father also served in the military, said the “iconic” Route 66 project symbolizes freedom, venture, and American ingenuity. She also took the time to recognize the contributions of Latino veterans. “This will serve as a living aging infrastructure of the system. He’s aiming to help West Valley understand the need to reserve funds for the replacement of old underground pipes and poles to mitigate potential safety and service concerns. “My mantra for [the future generations] is to ensure they have safe, clean, and reliable water,” Bourland expressed. “I help optimize businesses and utilities.” Bourland also believes the district could improve its technology to help optimize customer service. In addition, he hopes the utility service provider will alleviate resident concerns with increasing rates. “You do that by making the business run the best it can,” said Bourland. “I want the absolute lowest rates. But we have to take

legacy honoring county veterans for whom we are forever indebted,” she said. Vietnam War veteran Robert Carcano, whose name and U.S. Army service information will be placed on a marker, confirmed he is thankful that there are still people like the IECG admiring the contributions of veterans. “[The memorial corridor] is a symbol to all of our veterans, who have served and are serving now,” he said. “It’s a great honor to be a part of this. Maybe someday kids will come by and recognize me.” a look at what comprises the rates, the cost of obtaining the water, clean the water, deliver the water, and reduce the costs of those operations. The more we could lower those costs, the more we could lower the rates.” San Bernardino County Supervisors Josie Gonzales and Janice Rutherford both expressed their support for Bourland. “Mr. Bourland has done an excellent job as a member of the West Valley Water District Board of Directors,” Gonzales and Rutherford said in a joint statement. "Director Bourland has set a new management tone for the District and is committed to making sure the District provides you with reliable water service at a fair and affordable rate.”

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Gloria’s Cor ner pus.

Gloria Macias Harrison

Now - January 7, 2018 - the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts presents New Native: Toward New Mythologies at the Jacobs Education Gallery Center featuring more than 50 works by eleven indigenous artists. According to curator and artist Tony Abeyta (Navajo), "We are exploring ways that traditional forms and practices, iconography and ancestral mythologies influence the expression of contemporary Native artists' modernity, technology and social priorities." Featured artists (and tribal affiliations) include: Christi Belcourt (Metis), Gerald Clarke, Jr. (Cahuilla), Craig George (Navajo Dine), Steven Paul Judd (Kiowa/Choctaw), Monty Little (Dine), Cannupa Hanska Luger (Arikara/Hidatsa/Mandan/Lakota), Kent Monkman (Cree), Cara Romero (Chemehuevi), Diego Romero (Cochiti Pueblo), and Preston Singletary (Tlingit). Admission is free. For information and gallery hours call: 909.980.0412 or visit: malooffoundation.org.

Exhibits, Theatre & Seminars, Workshops: Now to October 22 - the Redlands Footlighters Theatre presents The Country House by Donald Margulies. This witty and compelling comedy provides a look at a family of performers coming to terms with the roles they play in each other’s lives. Performances are held at the Footlighters Theatre, 1810 Barton Road, Redlands at 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays with a Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m. For information and reservations call: 909.793.2909 or email tick- Now - February 10, 2019 - the ets@redlandsfootlighters.org or Los Angeles County Museum’s Autry Museum of the American visit: redlandsfootlighter.org. West presents “La Raza”. This exWednesday's, now to October hibit features more than 200 archive 26, 2017 - the City of Redlands photos from La Raza, the Los Anpresents Diabetes Empowerment geles Newspaper central to the ChiEducation Workshops as part of cano Rights Movement in the 1960s its Everyone with Diabetes Counts and 1970s. Between 1967 and program at the Joslyn Senior Cen- 1977, La Raza was witness to and ter, 21 Grant Street, from 1:00 to participated in the movement for so3:00 p.m. These free workshops re- cial justice. The Museum is located quire pre-registration. For informa- at 4700 Western Heritage Way in tion and to register call: Los Angeles. 909.798.7550. Save the Date: Now to Thursday, November 2 - Thursday, October 19 - the InSan Bernardino Valley College, 701 land Empire Hispanic Leadership South Mount Vernon Ave., presents Council will present IEHLC 10 Dia de los Muertos Art Exhibit at Year Anniversary Dinner and the Gresham Art Gallery. The Awards Gala: Reaching for the gallery is open Monday - Friday Stars from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from Cardenas Family Home. Guest 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and is located on speaker for this event is NASA Asthe north-west section of the cam- tronaut Jose Hernandez. For ticket and sponsorship information call:

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Friday, October 20 - the Boys & Girls Club of Greater RedlandsRiverside will present Mansion Masquerade at the Burrage from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the Burrage Mansion, 1205 W. Crescent Ave., Redlands. This Halloween-themed costume benefit ball will feature great food, drinks, dancing, a silent auction and a unique historic experience and maybe a ghost or two. For information and tickets call: 888.822.6535 or visit: masquerade@bgcie.org. Saturday, October 21 - the City of Redlands in partnership with Redlands Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints present Emergency Preparedness Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 350 S. Wabash Ave. This free event will focus on what families and individuals can do to prepare for a disaster. Attendees can experience a simulated earthquake Shake House, learn and practice first aid, taste Dutch oven and Instove cooking, what to include in a 72-hour emergency kit, and much more. Fire and police vehicles will be on hand as well as children’s activities. For information call Fay Glass at 909.335.4705 or visit: www.CityofRedlands.org. Saturday & Sunday, October 21 & 22 - the SBD Fest 2017 will be held at the San Bernardino International Airport from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, and from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Air Show will feature the Patriots jet demonstration team and other aerobatic performers. This event will also feature a Concert, Car Show, Plane Pull, a Kids Zone, food and vendors. For tickets and information visit: sbdfest.com. Tuesday, October 24 - the San Bernardino Symphony presents Halloween Silent Film Fest featuring Tom Peters from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Rezek Center at St. Bernardine Medical Center, 2169 2177 N. Waterman. Tickets available contact: www.eventbrite.com Wednesday, October 25 - the Santa Ana Sucker Fish Conserva-

Dignity Health I.E. hospitals receive $3.2M g rant from San Manuel

ommunity Hospital of San Bernardino and St. Bernardine Medical Center are pleased to announce that the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has provided a grant in support Dignity Health’s commitment to making our community healthy and whole. The grant of $3.2 Million to both hospitals will have a positive impact on the health needs of the community. “The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians supports the mission of Dignity Health – Community Hospital of San Bernardino and St. Bernardine Medical Center to provide the highest level of care to all who need it without regard for their ability to pay. Our goal for this gift is to provide access to a healing environment to meet the health needs of the San Bernardino region,” said Lynn Valbuena, Chairwoman, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.” The funds granted to Community Hospital of San Bernardino will help expand its Children’s Sub-Acute Center to include services for young adult patients. The Center, which is currently a pedi-

atric only (ages newborn-21) subacute center, will add 20 private rooms to serve patients ages 2135. “The expansion, made possible through the generosity of San Manuel, will enhance continuity of care and allow our medically fragile young adults to remain in what has become their home,” said June Collison, President, Dignity Health – Community Hospital of San Bernardino. “From their generous grant last year to purchase new patient ventilators to this amazing new gift to create a one-of-a-kind young adult subacute center, words cannot express our sheer gratitude.” The grant to St. Bernardine Medical Center will be used to renovate and expand the imaging department, which will ultimately include a 128-Slice Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner with Cardiac Package, 64-Slice CT Scanner and Radiographic and Fluoroscopic (R&F) Room.

“The newly expanded imaging center will soon offer some of the most comprehensive imaging

services available to patients in the Inland Empire,” said Douglas Kleam, President, Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center. “This historic gift from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will not only help us expand our high quality imaging services, but will allow us to positively enhance the patient experience in various departments that will utilize these services, including emergency department, cardiology, neurology and oncology.” This most recent grant adds to the nearly $3.1M previously granted over the last 10 years by San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to the two hospitals. The longstanding partnership with the Tribe has allowed for the two hospitals to provide quality care to those most in need. More than the purchase of various capital equipment such as patient ventilators, state-of-the-art surgical equipment and the da Vinci Robotic System, this provides the community with vital healthcare services. Patients at each hospital are able to experience “Humankindness” through quality healthcare services.

tion Team will conduct its Annual Habitat Survey. Volunteers from local, state and federal agencies, non-profits and members of the public will field survey the habitat of the Santa Ana River between the cities of Colton and Corona. Anyone wishing to volunteer must be over 18 years old and prepared to walk in water and on uneven surfaces for 1.5 to 3 miles in the sun. For information and to register visit: sawpa.org/riverwalk.

School District, Loma Linda University and Molina Healthcare will host one of the largest health fairs in the county - Bi-National Health Fair from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Indian Springs High School, 650 N. Del Rosa Drive, San Bernardino. Free medical services include dental, vision, acupuncture, mammograms, flu shots and more. This event is on a first come, first served basis. For information call: 855.665.4621.

Friday, October 27 - San Bernardino Generation Now presents Spirits & Arts from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Garcia Center for the Arts, 536 West 11th Street. This unique event combines creativity and social connection. Attendees will be guided by a local artist and spend three hours laughing and painting their masterpieces. No previous art experience necessary. For tickets go to Eventbrite.

Sunday, October 29 – The Rialto Panthers Youth Football and Cheer present Trunk or Treat at John Silva Park from 6 – 8 p.m. The winner of the most decorated trunk will receive free registration for next football season. There will be activities for children including a costume contest. Pre-registration of participating vehicles is recommended; call (909) 251-3244.

Friday, October 27 - IE2030 Building a New Economy presents Policy & Politics w/Joseph Sanberg at 6:00 p.m. at Raquel’s Jazz Lounge, 134 S. Riverside Ave., Rialto. This event features discussion, in a relaxed environment, on politics and policy alternatives in the Inland Empire with a leading progressive thinker, innovator, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Joseph Sanberg. Sunday, October 29 - DownTown Redlands Art Walk at Ed Hales Park, Corner of State Street and 5th Street, from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. This event features live music and offers participants the opportunity to view local artists and visit small businesses on State Street.

Thursday, November 2 - Hispanic Lifestyle presents 2017 Southern California Women Business & Wellness Conference and Expo from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center, 700 North Haven Ave. This multicultural event features workshops on business, communications, marketing, social media, health and finances. Keynote speakers will share their stories about succeeding in business while balancing health and wellness. For conference and ticket information call: 213.705.3322 or visit: www.hispaniclifestyle.com. Favorite Quote: “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Sunday, October 29 - the George Brown Legacy Project Committee presents “Lessons from George”: How to Make Government Work for Ordinary Californians at the Garcia Center for the Arts, 536 W. 11th Street, San Bernardino from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

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Sunday, October 29 - the Mexican Consulate in partnership with San Bernardino City Unified

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OPINION&LETTERS Talk around town

Maryjoy Duncan

itla Cafe, the ever popular staple in San Bernardino for generations and the oldest Mexican restaurant in the Inland Empire celebrated its 80th anniversary on Saturday evening, with Grammy award-winning jazz musician Poncho Sanchez performing to hundreds of close family and friends. We want to give a big shout-out to Mitla and say congratulations on your 80th, and many more to come! There was a lot that happened over the weekend. On Saturday Rialto Unified School District held its 9th Annual Parent Summit, where over 2,000 parents/guardians showed up, not to mention the thousands of students and staff who were also in attendance. The event took place at Rialto High and included a dynamic speech by nationally renowned speaker Dr. Daniel Walker, who also happens to be the brother of RUSD Board of Education President Dina Walker! He challenged students to innovate, and to embrace their histories, diversity and change. The event truly highlighted how committed parents/guardians are in their kids’ education. Also on Saturday Omnitrans held its very colorful 2nd Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest at the San Bernardino Transit Center where over a dozen artists partic-

ipated. The theme was connecting the community through transportation, and artists made it challenging for judges to whittle it down to the top three. Judges were Gil Botello, Chair of the Fine Arts Commission; Barbara Babcock, Vice Chair; Chris Mathews from the Art Institute; and Danielle Wallis with Art Connection. Congrats to the winners: third place and $100 gift card to Alicia Rubio; second place and $150 to David Mir; first place and $300 to Arlette Ramirez who captured the theme most accurately, Botello said.

Anthony Victoria writes about student lunches this week, and I had the opportunity to witness Rialto’s first student farmers market last Thursday at Curtis Elementary. It was very impressive that RUSD has partnered with a local farmer for the last 10 years to bring locally sustained produce to the school menu. Not only are students getting fresh fruit and vegetables other than the typical oranges and apples served at school cafeterias, they are being fed passion fruit, dragon fruit, and toad skin melon! I haven’t even heard of toad skin melon. School meals are so important and when schools make the effort to embark on a Farm to School initiative the advantages are twofold: children are eating the freshest produce and it sustains local farmers. On the horizon, former San Bernardino Mayor Judith Valles will be the featured guest speaker at Rotary North on Thursday, Nov. 4 at Arrowhead Country Club at noon. The public is invited to hear Valles speak of her childhood in San Bernardino, her later successes, and most importantly, what she learned from her mother. The cost of the lunch is $15. and the meeting begins promptly at noon. It is recommended that one arrives at 11:45. Her popular book, As My Mother Would Say; Como Decia Me Mama will be available for purchase and Valles will happily autograph it. For reservations or questions, please phone Rotary North president, Dee Williams, at (909) 8839001 or (909) 841-9644.

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an Bernardino County is home to the Mojave Trails, Castle Mountains, and Sand to Snow National Monuments. The Mojave Trails National Monument is a landmark of the American West. The Trail contains the largest land gifted in American history, with over 200,000 private acres donated to the federal government for conservation. The Sand to Snow Monument, comprised of 154,000 acres, is a critical wildlife corridor, hosting plants and animals that live nowhere else on Earth. This also includes 23 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, which are the most biologically diverse mountains in the contiguous United States. The California desert remains among the most pristine, unique, and iconic landscapes in the nation. Americans have long been drawn to the striking beauty of these landscapes. Our desert public lands are home to significant historic, natural and recreational resources. These national monuments and others around the nation are public assets that serve to benefit society as a whole. Our protected desert

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lands provide numerous benefits to our region, from supporting local businesses to protecting our military installations from impeding encroachment challenges. Inland Empire communities are particularly challenged when it comes to open space. Such a problem is partially alleviated by the national monuments in our region. The San Gorgonio Mountain region provides a variety of recreational opportunities for approximately 24 million people who live within a twohour drive. Access to the outdoors is a fundamental part of a child’s healthy development; and these outdoor experiences lead to better self-esteem. Protected areas in our desert region are also economically important. In 2016 alone, visitors to Death Valley, Joshua Tree National Parks and the Mojave National Preserve contributed $265 million to the region’s economy, supporting nearly 3,700 jobs. In April 2017, the Trump Administration ordered a review by the Department of the Interior, which placed these national monuments at risk of being rescinded. Also at risk are two more dozens of monuments which have been established since 1996.

When the Trump Administration and the Department of the Interior invited the public to comment. They received an overwhelming 2.8million comments. Over 99% expressed support to maintain and expand our national monuments. Despite the public benefit provided by our national monuments, the Trump administration is considering reducing our nation’s monuments and opening up these previously protected lands to allow drilling, mining, logging, and other special interests. Such actions are contrary to public opinion. Instead they are aimed at wiping out the very core of our rich American history, and such actions are very disturbing. Given the above, I join the Chambers of Commerce, businesses, local officials, native American tribes, faith leaders, active and retired military service members, cultural heritage experts, conservationists, and scientists in their plight to keep our national monuments open to the public; and to help protect the cultural and historical integrity of these national monuments so that they may also be enjoyed by future generations. Richard A. DeLaRosa Mayor of Colton

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Words to T hin k Ab ou t: M y ad mirat ion of Cha r le s Kr au th amm er

Dr. Bill Abersold

have great admiration for Charles Krauthammer. He was born on March 13, 1950, which makes him 67 years old. He is an avowed American, of Jewish ethnicity. Anyone who knows me and my style of writing will immediately be aware of the “why” in my admiration. He has been married to Robyn since 1974 and they have one son, Daniel. In his book, Things That Matter, his last paragraph is a glowing, almost iconic, acknowl-

edgement of Robyn and Daniel. “This book is dedicated to my son, Daniel, whose incisive, brilliant mind has kept me intellectually honest and at my keenest since he was about ten years old. And, to my wife, Robyn, who urged me 35 years ago to follow my calling without looking back. With extraordinary intelligence, humor, grace and loving kindness, she has co-authored my life, of which this book is but a reflection.” Krauthammer’s academic achievements are amazing. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and economics from McGill University in 1970 and followed this by becoming a Commonwealth Scholar at Balliol College, one of the 38 colleges of the University of Oxford. Next, he earned a Doctorate of Medicine from Harvard Medical School. He followed this with a Psychiatry residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. They came the year of 1972. He was 22 years old. As a student at Harvard, a friend and he had stopped for a quick swim in a local swimming pool.

Diving into the pool, obviously from a high board, he hit the bottom of the pool at an angle; the force was such that the trauma severed his spinal cord - the cervical vertebrae. He was immediately permanently paralyzed; without even a scar on his head. He was subsequently hospitalized for 14 months. He has been in a wheelchair ever since. It is ironic that he had been studying about the spinal cord at the time of the accident. He had brought a book with him on the anatomy of the spinal cord. The accident has left him with limited functioning in his arms, legs and torso. But one writer describes him as “living a healthy lifestyle.” He is also very much a baseball fan. Statistics, including batting averages are his cup of tea. Chess is also his relaxation. At age 24 he married a lawyer, Robyn; who is now an artist. They met in 1972 at Oxford. He studied to be a medical doctor, but is now a journalist. He was born in New York City but his family relocated to Montreal, Canada when he was 5. Krauthammer’s father, Schlum,

was Ukrainian and his mother, Thea, was Belgian. Marcel, his older brother, died in 2006 of cancer. He was 4 years older than Charles. In addition to his medical training, Charles is currently a syndicated columnist and political commentator. His Washington Post column appears in 400 newspapers worldwide. He is a regular on Fox News. He is considered a psychiatrist in remission. In 1978 he worked for the Carter administration. In 1980 he was a speechwriter for Vice President Walter Mondale. In 1985 his column in the Washington Post won him the Pulitzer Prize in 1987. He and his wife Robyn have a love for Hebraic (Jewish) music and they are cofounders of Pro Music Hebraic. Interestingly, they live in Chevy Chase, Maryland, but their front yard is in Washington D.C. My admiration for Krauthammer is dominated by my respect for his perseverance in the midst of hardship AND for the style and subject matter of his writing. My admiration for him soars when I read his books, particularly

his book, Things That Matter. Many of his subjects and mine are similar. For example, his articles about famous people: Winston Churchill, The Indispensable Man; Christopher Columbus, Dead White Male. I wrote about Nelson Mandela, The Unbeatable African; and Sam Snead, The World’s Greatest Golfer. He’s written eight books and I’ve written eighteen. Charles has dedicated one to his wife, Robyn. I’ve dedicated three to my wife, Stella. He received a Pulitzer Prize and I have never been even close. He had a brother die of cancer my brother died of a heart attack. I consider Krauthammer to be a political columnist, with President Trump as his protagonist. He’s mine also, but I’ve only written negatively about him three times. He is a trained Psychiatrist, while Words, cont. on page 7

Caden’s Cor ner Stay safe this Halloween

alloween is right around the corner! The holiday can be fun, as long as you stay safe. Here are some tips to help you when trick or treating: 1. Shine bright like a diamond! Bring a flash light. Even if you start out during the day light, it can get dark quickly and you do not want to trip. Be sure to keep the flash light pointed at the ground so you don’t shine light in other people’s faces. 2. Stay in your lane! Stay with you group and be careful when crossing the streets. It is easy to get separated from your group in the chaos of trick or treaters, so if you have a cell phone bring it with you. 3. Adapt to the environment. Dress for the weather. Check accuweather.com (they did not pay me to say that!) or your local news station for the forecast. Make sure your costume isn’t too hot or bring a sweater if it will be getting chilly. 4. Mind your manners! This isn’t a safety tip, but it is always a good idea to be polite. Say please and especially THANK YOU! 5. Think before you snack! Always throw out candy that appears to have been torn into or open. You should also avoid “loose” candy like a handmade bag of M&Ms (in a treat bag or zip lock). If you are not sure about a piece of candy, just ask an adult! It is always better to be safe than sorry. Those are your tips for a safe and fun Halloween season! Trick or treat! Caden Henderson is our youngest contributing writer, submitting stories from a variety of topics biweekly.

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SBCUSD mascot ‘Hope’ comfor ts, brings smiles to faces By Anthony Victoria

lthough she’s still in training, Hope is already having an influence on the people of the San Bernardino City Unified School District. On October 13, Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden brought the sixmonth-old chocolate labrador puppy to the district’s Professional Development Center to meet and greet the staff present. Many of the district employees laughed and smiled as they greeted the service dog-in-training. Marsden said Hope was the “pick of the litter” for his family because of her pleasant and delicate nature. The idea to have a district mascot stems from the San Bernardino Police Department’s decision to introduce their pet Sherlock to the community in the aftermath of the IECN PHOTO ANTHONY VICTORIA North Park shooting. San Bernardino City Unified School District’s mascot and comfort dog, Hope. She’s a six-month-old chocolate labrador.

Valley College’s Horror Film Festival encourages students to do more than just watch By Fernanda Tovar

ince the first week of October, San Bernardino Valley College’s 3rd Annual Horror Film Festival has been in motion. The festival screens classic horror films every Thursday for the entire month of October in the library viewing room and offers free pizza to those in attendance. However, the screenings are meant to do more than just show a movie. Students, faculty, staff, and others who attend the event are encouraged to think beyond the plot of the film. Valley College English professor Daihim Fozouni coordinates the annual event. Last week’s screening was of John Carpenter’s 1982 sci-fi thriller, “The Thing,” which stars Kurt Russell and Keith David. The film is about a research laboratory in Antarctica that is invaded by a parasite-alien like force that wreaks havoc among the habitants. Professor Todd Heibel provided a mini lecture about Antarctica before the film. In his slideshow, IECN PHOTO COURTESY SBVC Heibel gave the audience an extensive look into Antarctica and its San Bernardino Valley College’s Horror Film Festival will be takbackground. He spoke about the ing place throughout the month of October at the Library Viewing continent’s living conditions and Room at 6:00 p.m. how it has grown as a tourism attraction. Heibel, along with his colleagues, asks the audience to pay particular attention to what they see in the film and how it correlates to society today. As a geography expert, he said, “I was constantly paying attention to how the scenes went from daylight to darkness when in reality, that wouldn’t be possible.” Fozouni also gathers a small group of panelists, made up of Valley College professors from different departments, for an interactive discussion panel following the film. Questions about the theme and plot are discussed. The festival will be screening Kurt Neumann’s 1958 classic, “The Fly,” on Oct. 19 at 6:00 p.m. at San Bernardino Valley College’s Library Viewing Room, located at 701 S. Mt Vernon Ave.

“We felt this was a good opportunity for the district to have their own pet,” Marsden said. “Hope is already a natural and works to get to know everyone. She will be there to service the children and the community.” Hope was formally introduced to the community last month during the Board of Education meeting and officially sworn in as a member of the district. As a comfort dog, Hope will serve to console students during and after stressful events. Marsden’s daughters Jennifer,

21, and Lauren, 19, are helping to train the chocolate labrador. “We’re very excited,” they both said. “It’s been a really fun experience helping her get prepared.” Hope will be officially unveiled to the rest of the community during the Fall Festival at North Park Elementary School on Nov. 4. Marsden is certain Hope will help bring joy and optimism to the children of this community. “Our students are under various pressures, and now we can count on Hope to comfort them.”

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70:70 bike ride benefits SB Salvation Ar my

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The First Annual 70:70 San Bernardino Bike Ride was held on Saturday, Oct. 14th. Left: San Bernardino Mayor Carey Davis and Celebrity talk show host Bryan O’Neal of the “Morning Friends, Bryan & Brandi” Show on KSGN FM 89.7 gather at the first top of the ride at the Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Loma Linda. Above: San Bernardino Police Commissioner Randy Wilson (in front), San Bernardino Salvation Army Corps Major Daniel Henderson (second), and Mayor Carey Davis (third) are ride down “E” Street in San Bernardino.

Rare pyro training cour se hosted by Pyro Spectacular s of Rialto By Ricardo Tomboc

yro Spectaculars, the largest fireworks company on the West Coast and the largest in the country, is headquartered in the City of Rialto. Pyro Spectaculars also has plants in Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno, and Rocklin, California. The company started in the 1900’s and has been producing pyrotechnic displays and shows for over 90 years. On Friday, October 13th Pyro Spectaculars held a one-day pyrotechnics beginners 101 course, which prepares professional apprentice Pyrotechnicians for a future in the industry. It’s the first step in the licensing requirements that must be met before an “operator’s license” is issued by the State of California. An online supplemental training class was also part of the course. These classes are not taught often and are hard to find. Eric Elias, the main training instructor for the course, has been in the pyro business since 1978, and has worked on hundreds of pyrotechnic displays and shows. Eric holds several certifications in pyrotechnics including commercial, theatrical, special effects, and is very passionate about his work. Eric’s shares his pyrotechnic passion, experience, and knowledge with those starting off in the pyrotechnic profession. Words, cont. from page 5 I’m a trained Psychologist. He writes more about bi-polar politicians or Paranoid ones. I write more about depression, strengthening the immune system and the causes of stress. Both of us write more about the positive nature of life and especially events. While some of his titles may sound negative, he always comes out on the positive side. Like: Are We Alone in the Universe, Don’t Be Afraid. The Joy of Losing, In Defense of the F------word, Don’t Touch My Junk. Two examples of his humor; and he is humorous. He cleverly tells of his First Law. “Everyone is Jewish until proven otherwise.” And believe it or not, he uses a word I’ve never read in any book; he responds to the religious fundamentalism as YUK. Amen. Selah. So be it.

This course attracted students from several surrounding counties. The class covered several aspects of the business, including history, safety, equipment, paperwork, licensing requirements, setups, types of pyrotechnic products available, etc. The class concluded with some actual hands-on firework display setups that were being held in various locations in the area by experienced licensed pyrotechnic operators. Pyrotechnicians have been tradi-

tionally mostly male. Eric stated that he started recruiting more female apprentices as early as the 1990’s. The current pyrotechnic class included several young ladies who were eager to learn more about the pyrotechnic field. For information on future Pyrotechnic courses, contact Margo Lund, Pyrotechnic Personnel Manager at 909-355-8120 or go to http://www.PyroSpec.com for online classes.

Eric Elias Pyrotechnic Instructor for Pyro Spectaculars is teaching apprentices Basic Pyrotechnics 101.

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