Inland Empire Weekly August 06 2015 by IECN

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Vol 10, NO. 51

Dozens ‘Brave the Shave’ at Loma Linda University

THIS WEEK Gloria’s Corner A3

Education Special A9-10

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Four-year-old leukemia survivor luke crecelius smiles with glee as Garay Jones (right) helps him shave the head of his father, Kyle crecelius of the loma linda Fire Department. the event raised awareness of childhood cancer and funds to support St. Baldrick’s Foundation’s.

“Priceless.” bat childhood cancer. At least that’s what dozens of “It’s only hair,” said Jon Payne, a hat’s the cost of shav- “brave the shave” supporters at medical student at LLU and lead ing your head for a Loma Linda University thought July 29 when their locks were cause? Brave, cont. on next pg. buzzed off to raise funds to com-

By Yazmin Alvarez

City Officials Take ALS Bucket Challenge A11

Children receive backpacks, school supplies at Back2School Jam

Car Wash Helps Raise Funds for Shooting Victim A19

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nearly 1,200 backpacks were gifted to children during the annual Back2School Jam in redlands aug. 1. school list this year, a new bike. Jam and Community Resource The Redlands student was Fair August 1 at Sylvan Park. leven-year-old Patrick among the lucky few who The event, hosted by the Aldrich can cross one big received a new bike raffled off School Jam, cont. on next pg. item off of his back-to- during the annual Back2School

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HSSBV Shop for a Cause

he Macy’s will partner with the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley to invite customers to participate in Macy’s 10th annual national “Shop For A Cause” charity shopping event on August 29, 2015. Customers can purchase shopping passes from HSSBV (374 W Orange Show Road, San Bernardino) now. Macy’s “Shop For A Cause” is a unique one-day-only shopping event created to support local charities’ fundraising efforts. Since 2006, the program has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for charities across the country. “Macy’s is proud to invite our customers to join us in giving back to causes that make a difference both locally and nationally,” said Martine Reardon, Macy’s chief marketing officer. “For the last nine years, Macy’s Shop For A Cause program has raised many millions of dollars for thousands of charities across the country. We look forward to offering our customers and associates an easy way to make a positive impact in our communities while enjoying great savings at Macy’s.” Macy’s has provided the HSSBV with shopping passes to sell for $5 each. The HSSBV will keep 100 percent of every shopping pass it sells. The more the HSSBV sells, the more money it will raise. By purchasing a shopping pass from the HSSBV, customers support animals in their community while enjoying a day of spectacular discounts, entertainment and special events at Macy’s. Pass holders will receive a special discount of 30% on most regular, sale and clearance purchases all day, but some exclusions apply. Pass holders can also enter a drawing for a $500 Macys gift card For more information about Macy’s “Shop For A Cause,” visit macys.com/shopforacause. To purchase a shopping pass from The HSSBV call 909-3861400 ext 218.

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Barbers from Wilson’s classic Barbershop in redlands helped shave the heads during “Brave the Shave,” an event held to raise awareness of childhood cancer and funds to support St. Baldrick’s Foundation.

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today,” he said in a news release. “This research saves children’s lives, and it’s so important that we continue to support it.” Dr. Kimberly Payne also expressed her appreciation. “It wasn’t that long ago that children like this would have had very few options when faced with these diseases,” she said. “But thanks to the efforts of researchers supported by organizations like St. Baldrick’s, that is changing. We now have treatment for diagnoses that would have been hopeless just a few years ago, and it’s so important that we continue this progress.” The event was sponsored by LLU School of Medicine basic sciences student council on behalf of St. Baldrick’s Foundation, the largest non-government funder of such research. St. Baldrick’s works closely with the world’s leading pediatric oncologists to fund projects seeking treatments and cures, according to the news release. Donors may contribute to this effort by visiting the event’s website at stbaldricks.org/events/LomaLindaUniversity2015 or by calling 888-899-2253. St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a registered non-profit organization, and donations are tax-deductible.

organizer of the event. “Every strand is like a drop in the bucket to not only help with funding for research, but also in raising awareness.” Nearly 20 supporters from the Loma Linda campus and throughout the community took part in the event, with dozens more offering donations online and by phone helping raise more than originally hoped, Payne added. “Nearly $2,000 from over 70 donors has been raised so far,” he said. The hope he said, is to continue raising more through contributions made by phone and through the website in the following week. While volunteers from Wilson’s Classic Barber Shop in Redlands offered up the professional shavings, many like Payne’s mother, Dr. Kimberly Payne, director of translational research at LLU, did the honors of starting up a freshly oiled pair of clippers taking on the role as an impromptu barber and shaving Jon’s head. “It was an exciting experience knowing we share the same passion,” she said. For others like Kyle Crecelius, a member of the Loma Linda Fire Department, having his head shaved by his 4-year-old son, Luke, son was bittersweet. Luke has been cancer-free for 20 Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter months after receiving treatment with Inland Empire Community for leukemia in 2013. Newspapers and can be reached “It’s because of programs like at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com. this that Luke is here with us

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Dr. Kimberly payne and her son Jon, show their support during “Brave the Shave” at loma linda University.

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Dozens turned out for the annual Back2SchoolJam in redlands aug. 1. children were gifted backpacks and school supplies and had the chance to win a new bike.

patrick aldrich, 11, wins a new bike during the Back2School Jam aug. 1 in redlands. School Jam, cont. from front “Sometimes, even just having a new folder helps.” Redlands Police Department and The giveaway was held in conMicah House, is held annually to junction with a Community Clean gift school-aged children back- Up held the Friday before the packs filled with school supplies event. A number of neighborhood locaand provide parents access to sevtions were spruced up with the help eral community resources. More than 1,200 backpacks were of young volunteers including the distributed during this year’s back- Micah House along Oxford Avto-school bash and supplies were enue and Brockton, the Micah made possible with the help of do- House along Chapel Street and nations from local businesses and High Avenue and the Redlands agencies including the Redlands Community Center. (111 W. LugoPolice Officers Association, the nia Ave.). Each participant who ofRedlands Firefighters Association, fered one hour or more of Trinity Church and Tom McGrath community service received front of the line access to the free backSchool Supplies. Redlands police Officer Chris packs and supplies. Mead organized this year’s event and was thrilled to help children Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter prepare for the school year. with Inland Empire Community “They can now start school with the confidence of having the Newspapers and can be reached needed school supplies,” he said. at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

Water Conservation: Californians have done well in conserving water during the month of June in spite of warmer than normal temperatures. When Governor Brown mandated a 25 percent reduction as part of emergency conservation regulation, it was not known if Californians could meet this goal. Californian not only met the goal, but also exceeded it by reducing water use by 27.3 percent. Residents will have to continue conserve as we face the hot months of August and September. According to the State Water Resources Control Board, June conservation efforts put the State's goal to save 1.2 million acre-feet of water by February 2016 back on track. Monthly water use reports are required from water suppliers and each supplier has to meet its individual conservation standard. The local goals are: Colton, 20%; East Valley, 28%; Redlands, 36%; Rialto, 28%; San Bernardino City, 28%; and West Valley, 32%. I know we are all doing our part by letting our lawns go brown, taking shorter showers, and taking other actions to conserve water, but let us not forget to water our trees. Let's urge our cities to continue to provide water to the trees in the medians and along the streets. Since my family is no longer using the dish washer-too much water- we are washing dishes by hand and the rinse water is going to our trees. Any left over ice cubes are going to our in-door plants. We can do it together!

Candidates: The deadline is fast approaching for prospective candidates to file papers for political office. Locally many city councils, school boards, water boards have members up for re-election or there are vacancies. Deadline for filing is August 7th. We shall know soon who are the candidates. Then it is up to us the voters to choose the best person for the position. Save the Date:

Now to September 1 - a new public art project - This is San Bernardino - by poet Juan Del-

gado and photographer Thomas McGovern is on display in the windows of 468 West Fifth Street, the former Arts on 5th. The window display combines photoof historic and graphs contemporary San Bernardino with poetry exploring personal and shared experiences of the city. In addition Delgado has created book-themed installation with discarded library books and oversized bookmarks. The artists have also created a website (juanandtom.com) so the community can post pictures, poetry and stories about San Bernardino.

August 7,13 & 19 - the Redlands Theater Festival presents the production of Vanya & Sonya & Marsha & Spike. Performances start at 8:30 p.m. at Prospect Park, 1352 Prospect Drive. This delightful comedy of ill manners by Christopher Durang is recommended for a mature audience. For ticket information call: 909.792.0562 or purchase on-line at www.RTFseason.com

Friday, August 7 - the Colton Community Services presents Movies In The Park with Maleficent at Fleming Park, 525 La Cadena Drive. It is also Annual Princess Night so dress up as your favorite Princess or character from the movie. There will be games, activities, and snacks for sale. The movie starts around 8:15 p.m. For information call 909.370.6153 or email:ColtonRec@ci.colton.ca.us

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 6, 2015 • Page A3 5500 University Parkway at 8 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and to dress as a favorite superhero. Free parking in Lot D. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. For information call: Iwona Contreras at 909.537.3447 or email icontrerar@csusb.edu

fornia State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) Associated Students and the John F. Pfau Library present the free summer movie Furious 7' on the CSUSB library lawn at 8 p.m. Free parking is in Lot D, snacks and beverages are available for purchase for information call: Iwona Contreras at or email 909.537.3447 Friday, August 14 - the Red- icontrer@csusb.edu lands Music Association presents Incendio, a fusion guitar group Thursday, September 3 - Kiwathat recast the sound of Spanish nis of Greater San Bernardino guitar in powerful modern presents "The Whole World Is A arrangements with Afro-Cuban, Classroom" installation dinner in Celtic, Latin, and middle-eastern honor of incoming President Marrhythms. The core trio is com- garet Hill at the Arrowhead Counprised of Jim Stublefield (guitar), try Club, 3433 Parkside Ave. from JP Durand (guitar, guitar synth), 5:30 to 9 p.m. For ticket informaand Liza Carbe (bass, guitar). tion contact: Marielena Shorett at or call: Drummer Tim Curle and percus- shorett@att.net sionist Nicole Falzone round out 909.864.4719. the group. This free concert begins at 8:15 p.m. at the Redlands Bowl, Thursday, September 3 - Kiwa25 Grant Street. For information nis of Greater San Bernardino presents "The Whole World Is A call: 909.793.7316. Classroom" installation dinner in Saturday, August 15 - the honor of incoming President MarColton Community Services pres- garet Hill at the Arrowhead Counent Dive-In Movies featuring try Club, 3433 Parkside Ave. from Happy Feet Two at the Gonzales 5:30 to 9 p.m. For ticket informaCommunity Center pool, 670 tion contact: Marielena Shorett Colton Ave. from 7 to 10 p.m. at shorett@att.net or call: There is a minimal fee of $2 to 909.864.4719. enter pool area. For information Thursday, September 10 - Calcall: 909.370.6153 ifornia State University, San Tuesday, August 18 - the Red- Bernardino (CSUSB) Associated lands Music Association presents Students and the John F. Pfau LiNavy Band Southwest at the Red- brary present the final free summer lands Bowl, 25 Grant Street at movie - Ted 2 - on the CSUSB li8:15 p.m. One of the oldest mili- brary lawn at 8 p.m. Free parking tary bands will perform some of is in Lot D and snacks and beverAmerica's favorite patriotic music. ages are available for purchase. Under the direction of Lt. Jane E. For information call: Iwona ConHoffmann, the band serves the treras at 909.537.3447 or email military and civilian communities icontrer@csusb.edu throughout the Southwest United States. For information call: Thursday, September 11 - the San Bernardino Black Cultural 909.793.7316. Foundation presents the 26th AnThursday, August 20 - the As- nual Black Rose Humanitarian and sociated Students and the John F. Community Service Awards BanPfau Library present a free summer movie - Pitch Perfect 2 - on the CSUSB south library lawn, 55 University Parkway at 8 p.m. Free parking is available in Lot D and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. For information call: Iwona Contreras at 909.537.3447 or email icontrerar@csusb.edu

Friday, August 7 - the Redlands Community Music Association presents the Redlands Symphony Orchestra conducted by Frank Fetta featuring guitar virtuoso Tim Callobre at the Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant Street at 8:15 p.m. The program includes Rodrigo's Concierto De Aranjuez as well as excerpts from Stravinsky's Pulcinella and Mendelssohn's Italian Friday, August 21 - the Redlands Community Music AssociaSymphony. tion presents Redlands Symphony Tuesday, August 11 - the Red- Orchestra, conducted by Frank lands Community Music Associa- Paul Fetta featuring pianist tion presents A Tribute to Glenn Alexander Agate in Prokofiev's Miller at the Redlands Bowl, 25 Piano #1. The program also inGrant Street at 8:15 p.m. This free cludes Andante Cantabile from concert features the Tex Beneke Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony and Orchestra, former Lawrence Dvorak's New World Symphony Welk co-star Mary Lou Metzger with a grand finale of fireworks. and popular local group "String The performance starts at 8:15 of Pearls." For information visit p.m. at the Redlands Bowl, 25 the web site - www.redlands- Grant Street. For information call: 909.793.7316 or visit www.redbowl.org landsbowl.org August 12 & 18 - the Redlands Theater Festival presents the pro- Friday, August 21 - a free Senduction of One Man Two Guvnors, ior Fair for residents in the west a fast paced funny romp through end of Congressman Pete Aguilar's England that incorporates comedy, district will provide information pantomime and music-hall. The and assistance on Veteran and Soperformance starts at 8:30 p.m. at cial Security issues. Local organiProspect Park, 1352 Prospect zations will provide resources Drive. For ticket information call: including: free health screening, 909.792.0562 or purchase tickets health education, food assistance programs and consumer protection on-line at www.RTFseason.com education. This event will be held Thursday, August 13 - the As- at Abundant Living Church, 10900 sociated Students and the John F. Civic Center Drive, Rancho CucaPfau library at California State monga from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. University, San Bernardino (noon). No RSVP is required, for (CSUSB) presents a free summer information call: 909.890.4445 movie- Avengers: Age of Ultron on the CSUSB south library lawn, Thursday, August 27 - the Cali-

quet at the National Orange Show from 6 to 9 p.m. The Black Cultural Foundation recognizes the community's unsung heroes - individuals and/or organizations - that go above and beyond normal community volunteering and civic service. This year special recognition will be made of the commufirst responders in nity's remembrance of 9/11. For information visit www.sbbcfoundation.com or call: 909.888.1696.

Friday, September 11 - Libreria Del Pueblo Board of Directors presents the 2015 Legacy of Exemplary Service Dinner to honor individuals for their accomplishments and contributions to the greater community of San Bernardino. The event starts at 6 p.m. with a reception followed by dinner and awards ceremony at the National Orange Show, Renaissance Room, San Bernardino. The 2015 honorees include: Bishop Gerald Barnes, Marsha Olguin, Debra Olguin, Eloise Gomez Reyes, Fr. Michael Barry and Christina Millian, posthumously. For information and to RSVP call: 909.888.1800 or email Martin Valdez at martinvaldez524@aol.com

Favorite Quote: "The liberal idea is that everyone should have a fair access and fair opportunity. This is not equality of result. It's equality of opportunity. There is a fundamental difference." Robert Reich

Gloria Harrison is publisher of the Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at gloharrison@me.com

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Student/classroom supplies Wait for it. Many teachers provide students with the necessary supplies so don’t panic and rush out to every single back-to-school sale and buy a dozens of bottles of glue, binders and pens. Who knows, your child’s teacher may only require you to purchase a spiral notebook for the morning’s writing block. If individual or even classroom supplies are necessary, teachers usually send out a list on the first day of school along with any other important notes.

By Yazmin Alvarez

Back-to-School:

Tips for an easy transition

t seems that every year children are heading back to school earlier. Rialto Unified School District welcomed back thousands of students Aug. 5 while students at Colton-Joint Unified have been in session for more than a week. For students in the Redlands Unified School District, however, there’s a little more time to enjoy summer as the first day of school isn’t until Aug. 13. So whether you’re trying to play catch up because the first day of school sprung up on you and your children or if you’ve been prepared for weeks with backpacks packed, here’s a few tips offered that will help you and your child ease back into the school swing of things.

Routine It’s simple, create one. It’ll make everyone trying to get out of the house in the morning less stressed and stop them from rushing out like there’s a fire. Creating a daily morning routine is possibly the most genius thing. Make sure backpacks, keys, glasses, phones are left in the same place so no one forgets on the way out. Set clothes out the night out before, especially shoes because somehow one always gets lost.

Sleep Get some. This goes back to routine. Have a bedtime so no one is a walking zombie in the morning.

Back-to-School Night Go to it. Here’s the chance to meet the teacher, principal and those that will be involved daily in your child’s life. Most importantly, back-to-school nights are the opportunity to find out what’s going on at the school and what important dates you and your child need to know.

Consider Sports Sports can foster confidence, cooperation and healthy habits, and the start of the school year brings many opportunities to join various programs. Hydration, nutrition and proper conditioning are important for any sport, especially those with intense training in warm weather. Schedule a sports physical with your pediatrician to discuss your child’s overall health and how to prevent injuries. ~Source: Rapid City Journal

Talk Safety If your child will be walking to school, travel the route with him to assess its safety. Find out about traffic patterns and crossing guards. Teach your child safety rules like looking both ways. If possible, have your child commute with an older sibling or neighbor. If your child will be riding a bike or skateboard, be sure he wears a helmet. Review basic rules for safer riding. Bus riders should also be mindful of safety rules, like remaining in one’s seat and listening to the driver. More back-to-school tips can be found at www.healthychildren.org. ~Source: Rapid City Journal

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

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An extremely disheartening and very disturbing day for America

I want to elaborate on my letter published June 16th 2015. It was entitled “an extremely disheartening and very disturbing day for America”. I was referring to the United States Supreme Court’s ruling legalizing gay marriage. Although “popular” and “cool” nowadays, this is against Gods law that was established over 6,000 years ago. The LGBT community expects society to be so tolerant of their life styles, beliefs and points of view, yet are so intolerant of Christian’s life styles, beliefs and points of view.

This state and country’s morals are rapidly deteriorating as stated in the letter so eloquently written by Oren Woods from Long Beach, ”Not the America He Knew” that was published on June 23rd 2015 by Colton Courier. If you haven’t read it, do so. It speaks volumes,

Wild, Wild West again?

Between 1969 and 2002, gun violence and misuse have affected me six times. My brother, grandson, my son’s friend, a nephew of my son-in-law, and two sons of a former co-worker — all dead, accidentally self-inflicted, suicide and murder.

In addition, I had a loaded and cocked .357 Magnum pointed directly at my forehead, 12 inches away, with the holder about to squeeze the trigger.

My concern for the misuse of guns far outweighs Rick Perry’s. Has he ever been directly af-

Why would you ask such a question? Have you ever lived in Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah and New Mexico? Do you have knowledge what these gun-states allow? Why would someone need/want to take a gun into a theater? Guns are meant for hunting,

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fected? Or is this stupid idea purely political correctness? None of the 50 states, nor any U.S. possession, qualifies as frontier anymore.

Perry’s idea that a Wild West shootout inside a theater would decrease deaths and injuries is preposterous. “Open carry” (or even concealed carry) has absolutely no place in a law-abiding society, whether in crowded theaters, open parks or on public streets.

The need to carry firearms today is a fantasy of gun fanatics. For

those who think an armed, undisciplined, untrained, unregulated “militia” will prevent crime or tyranny presaged by today’s politics, they are sadly mistaken. Criminals will use their guns, anyway. Despots cannot tolerate such possible resistance.

Elect more of the wrong candidates and your fantasy will vanish. The next freedom you’ll lose is your firearms. Walt Haddock, San Gabriel

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at least to those of us who are over was merely a stepping stone to 40 years of age. It would actually bigger and better things. These be beneficial to those of any age. jobs weren’t created to be lifelong career position they are supposed Then you have “Governor “Jerry to be a stepping stone to a career Brown, the Governor who basi- making more money and a stable cally stifles California’s business life. by imposing tax after tax in the name of “environmental aware- This country is deteriorating… ness”. This state pays for illegal …period. There is no moral comimmigrate college tuition, allow pass anymore. “Do as thou wilt” “sanctuary cities” that basically or “do as you want”. That’s the aid and abet illegal immigrants yet mindset of society now. tax California businesses to the As my dear deceased Father point of relocation or closure. Edwin Leibelt told me over 40 The protesters that want mini- years ago, “This worlds going to mum wage rose to $15.00 per hour hell in a hand basket Son”. for working in the fast food industries, news flash! I worked at His words have never left me and Dairy Queen when I was a have more meaning now than teenager making $2.35 an hour. I ever. wasn’t thinking that this “was my Gary B. Leibelt life time career”, though I was exColton tremely grateful for it, I knew it

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sport shooting and self-defense. We taught our children from the time they were 3 years old how to carry a gun and the responsibility of using it. People who travel from over-crowded metropolis regions to the wide open spaces to reconnect with their inner Spartan need to “shoot something.” Every year, thousands of incompetent gun owners come to our states with their lofty ideas of “fitting in with the locals.” We of course are ready for them, laughing all the way to the bank, and hiring extra deputies and rangers to keep herd on these brainless, uneducated in gun-safety people. Have you ever had shooting ex-

perience? Anywhere? Try it; it leaves one exhilarated. If you accomplish your goal of hitting something, whether it is a moose, bear, doves, elk (delicious, by the way), or sporting clays or metal targets, pride is also felt.

Should guns be allowed in theaters? Only if you want to experience being injured or killed by a person labeled as insane, thus excused for the catastrophe they cause on others. Go for it. Karen McGuirk, Alta Loma

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Words to Think About: The Value of Life

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

overnor Chris Christie recently said, “I’m pro-life. But I believe in all of life, not, just the life in the womb” He was responding to the injustice of the criminal system. He called it “broken.” He joined President Obama and other political leaders in condemning the unfair sentencing of many in prison. Often men and women are sentenced for years because of a small amount of marijuana.

And then without any kind of rehabilitation. The injustice is a horrible indictment against the judicial system of our country. In a recent homily by Pope Francis I, he castigated modern society for its indifference or what he calls a narcosis of the spirit. On May 25, 2013 he delivered the homily which he called “The Dump-Truck Culture.” This attitude is caused by the “absence of love.” His insight into the modern cultural dilemma is amazing. On the Pope’s recent trip to South America he visited three of the poorest countries: Bolivia, Paraguay and Ecuador. As one reporter put it, “He hammered home themes that have become pillars of his papacy.” The Pope emphasized a respect for the poor and care for our planet. And to turn from cruel capitalism that dominated the world’s economy. Without a presumption that I endorse everything that President

Obama and Pope Francis do, I refer you to the Gospels when Jesus again and again emphasizes the responsibilities of His followers: to visit the sick, to care for the poor, to provide for the widows and homeless, to care for those in prison. These are but a few mandates of Christianity. Think of the parallels to Obama’s legacy and the words of Pope Francis. I refer you back to the Pope’s homily of May 25, 2013. He indicted society for it mistreatment of children, youth and the elderly. “They are merely disposable items by our narcissistic consumer mentality; we throw them into an existential dump-truck.” His implication is clear. Anything or anyone (young or old) that doesn’t fit into today’s acceptable patterns or is too old is simply thrown away. Discarded. Examine for instance: 1) The plight of millions of our citizens that are living in poverty. 2) The millions of immigrants that are branded as illegals, rapists

or criminals. 3) The millions unfairly imprisoned men and women by the current judicial system. Along with medical inequality, joblessness, educational unfairness and government grid-lock. It is amazing how many of these issues were of concern to Jesus and are of concern to Pope Francis and to President Obama. There are a lot of people in our society that can be referred to as “disenfranchised.” The poor, the homeless, the handicapped, the unemployed, those in jail and of course, we elderly. I’ll focus on the elderly. A few years ago a talk-show host on a radio station in L.A., publicly advocated that all people that reached the age of 65 should be euthanized. Why? Because they were non-productive and added nothing to society. There are several alive today that would take exception to that view. Queen Elizabeth, President Jimmy Carter and Roslyn, Presidents Bush, Pope Francis, Clint East-

wood, Betty White, Willie Nelson, Morgan Freeman, Regis Philbin, Robert Redford, Dalia Lama and Barbara Walters; to name only a few. Of course, there are a few-ailments that plague seniors. Seeing, hearing, and smelling are diminished; walking is slower as well as driving; speaking is often garbled and memory is spasmodic. They share meals with spouses, go to bed early, take naps during the day, and often speak too loud. But seniors bring many benefits to society. They frequent restaurants, they buy cars, clothes and travel on cruises. Without them pharmacies would go bankrupt and doctors would become veterinarians. There is an exception to Pope Francis’ viewpoint. Most ethnic groups certainly discard the elderly. But one does not. The Asians. They revere the elderly; even accept them into their families. May this attitude become universal. Amen. Selah. So be it.

within the Los Angeles Police Department. He will be discussing provocative aspects of the LAPD, the Watts Riot, and his presence there at that time, as well as efforts being made to improve relations between the LAPD and the community. Mr. Edelen will also be discussing his books. The first novel in his trilogy, After a While you Wonder, was drawn from his experience in the LAPD. Mr. Edelen is a former TV writer-producer and ex-LAPD officer. Following his years as a Los Angeles Police Officer, he started

writing professionally. A member of the Writer’s Guild of America, Edelen wrote the first thirteen episodes of “Serendipity”, a children’s TV show that won an Emmy Award. He was writer/associate producer of “Preacher Man”, a TV documentary that was nominated for an Emmy. Edelen was also co-writer/producer of a bicentennial TV special called “The Greatest Story Never Told” about freed blacks and slaves who in 1763 petitioned the Colonies for freedom. Books will not be available at

the presentation, but are available at Amazon or Barnes & Noble to bring with you for signing. Edelen’s trilogy consists of After a While You Wonder; Tuesday After Next; and It Don’t Matter: Amor

Regge Senza Legge. For more information call the library at 909-381-8238 or visit www.sbpl.org

from the emergency department, medical imaging, the clinical lab and other departments, which provided them with the chance to see physicians and medical staff in action.

ARMC, along with the County of San Bernardino, is committed to partnering with all sectors of the community to support the success of every child from cradle to career.

Author & Former LAPD Officer Norman E. Edelen to appear at the San Bernardino Public Library

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What went down one month before Watts burned up, August 1965? Author Norman E. Edelen will be at the Feldheym Central Library on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 6:00 PM in remembrance of the 50th anniversary of the Watts Riot, which began August 11, 1965, triggered by the arrest of Marquette Frye, his mother, and his brother. Mr. Edelen was a young police officer during that time and was instrumental in establishing the human relations organization

ARMC Will Host Healthcare Professional Mentor Information Event

rrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is partnering with Reach Out/Inland Coalition and Colton High School’s Health Education Academy of Learning (HEAL) to encourage students to pursue careers in healthcare. The academy is seeking healthcare professionals for the upcoming school year to mentor a group of students with an interest in the healthcare field. Mentors meet with students once a month for two hours and use materials provided through a curriculum. Healthcare professionals who are interested in mentoring a student can attend a networking session at ARMC on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 4 p.m. in the Oak Room. Refreshments and light appetizers will be provided. To learn more, log on to: www.BeAMentorEvent.eventbrite.com ARMC’s ongoing partnership with Colton High School’s HEAL academy has provided students with the opportunity to get a firsthand look at healthcare. Over the years, students have visited with ARMC healthcare professionals

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ity Council Meetings

Colton: First and third Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 650 N. La Cadena Dr. Highland: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 27215 Base Line. No meetings in August. Loma Linda: Second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. (check city Web site as dates are subject to change); 25541 Barton Rd. Redlands: First and third Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 35 Cajon St. Rialto: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 150 S. Palm Ave. San Bernardino: First and third Monday, 3 p.m.; 300 N. “D” St.

fternoon Delight Dance Socials

All seniors, couples and singles, welcome at free dance socials. Opportunity to make new friends and remember music of our youth. Joslyn Senior Center: First and second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant St., Redlands (909) 798-7550. Redlands Community Center: Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lugonia Ave., Redlands (909) 7987572. Highland Senior Center: Every fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. Highland Ave., Highland (909) 862-8104.

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emocratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino

The Democratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino meet at 12:15 on Fridays at Club Headquarters, 136 Carousel Mall (near the central glass elevator) in San Bernardino. Speaker Schedule: 8/7 Leticia Garcia, Candidate, SB City Council, 7th Ward 8/14 Gigi Hanna, SB City Clerk 8/21 TBA 8/28 Congressman Pete Aguilar Visit us at www.sbdems.com or our new Facebook page at www.facebook/SBDems.

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Mondays 5:30-6:30 5-11yrs, Mondays 6:30-8:30 11-adult. No charge. 951-233-7027. Knights of Columbus, 740 Pennsylvania St., Colton, Ca.

RMC weekly Farmer’s Market

Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in front of the hospital. Stop by on your lunch break for certified fresh produce and artisan breads. ARMC partners with the Southland Farmers Market Association on the weekly market to help promote health and wellness to the community.

Meets: Scherer Senior Center, 12202 1St Street Yucaipa Ca, Ukulele class meets every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. til 11:00 a.m. Bring your Ukulele and a friend. All levels of playing.

noted, classes will be held every second Saturday beginning January 2016. Students may select either the full 8-hour course from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for $75; or a 4-hour course for CPR and AED only, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $50. Online registration is available at www.cityofredlands.org/recreation/classes. For more information about this or any class at the Redlands Community Center, Now to September 1 -a new please call (909) 798-7572 or epublic art project - This is San mail RecreationStaff@cityofredBernardino - by poet Juan Del- lands.org. gado and photographer Thomas McGovern is on display in the windows of 468 West Fifth Street, the former Arts on 5th. The window display combines photographs of historic and Saturday, August 8 at 2:00 PM contemporary San Bernardino in the Bing Wong Auditorium at with poetry exploring personal and the Feldheym Central Library, 555 shared experiences of the city. In W. 6th Street to celebrate the 30th addition Delgado has created anniversary of Feldheym Central book-themed installation with dis- Library and also the end of this carded library books and oversized year’s Summer Reading Program. bookmarks. The artists have also This is the wrap-up event for all a website four of the City Libraries’ Summer created (juanandtom.com) so the com- Reading Games. Pacific Animal munity can post pictures, poetry Productions will present their and stories about San Bernardino. “Songs of the Wild” animal show in the auditorium beginning at 2:00 PM. The show features live animals and the sounds they make. Drawings for the Reading Game grand prizes will be done immediThe Redlands Community Center ately following the animal show. is pleased to offer CPR, First Aid Participants in the children, teen, and AED instruction. This 8-hour and adult reading programs who course combines all topics of basic received raffle tickets will be eliCPR, AED, and First Aid and is gible for the grand prize in their designed for citizen-rescuers at category. You do not need to be work, home, or out in the commu- present to win. In honor of our nity. This course includes a com- 30th birthday, we will also have prehensive illustrated CPR, AED, some drawings and give-aways for First Aid student workbook, and a the attendees at the event. Every2-year certification card. Please one who attends the animal show note, that this class is not for will receive a raffle ticket for healthcare professionals. Inter- chances to win other prizes, even ested students need only attend if they did not participate in the one of the 8-hour Saturday classes Summer Reading Program. Sponscheduled on Sept. 26, Oct. 17, sors for this event and the summer and Nov. 21. Unless otherwise reading program are The Friends of the San Bernardino Public Li-

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City of San Bernardino Unanimously Approves Settlement Agreement with San Bernardino Police Officers Association

he City of San Bernardino finalized a agreement five-year today with the San Bernardino Police Officers Association in a 7-0 vote among the Mayor and Common Council Members. After several months of negotiations, the agreement reflects significant compromise by each party for a common cause: to optimize residents' safety. "Addressing crime is a top priority and an important step in doing that is first bringing stability to our current public safety workforce," Mayor Carey Davis

said. "Equally as important is to assure that our labor agreements adhere to the City's long-term fiscal plan." Key terms of the agreement include union concessions of prepetition leaves, claims for impositions of 13.989 percent CalPERS cost-sharing, and retiree health care, resulting in significant cost savings. The City agreed to a minimum 3.5 percent increase of annual salaries in exchange for increased cost-sharing of CalPERS of up to 12 percent for the last three years of the agreement. In addition, the union

will also actively participate in an aggressive recruitment campaign in conjunction with police management to attract new hires and lateral police officers to fill much needed vacant positions. "This comprehensive agreement is both fair and reasonable given the current conditions facing our membership and the City of San Bernardino, said Steve Turner, President of the San Bernardino Police Officers Association. "It will help to bring stability to our agency, which has lost more than 33% of sworn and civilian staffing since the bankruptcy fil-

ing. It is our sincere hope that this agreement will receive broad support from both the residents and the federal bankruptcy court." Forging an agreement between the City and police union signifies a critical step to the City's reorganization, as noted by Judge Jury in last week's status conference, according to City Attorney Gary Saenz. "We are determined, as a team, to achieve the goals outlined in the recovery plan and this agreement marks a major milestone in implementation process," Saenz

said. The five-year agreement between the police union and the City achieves multiple goals. It demonstrates a commitment to stabilizing, retaining and rebuilding the police department's rankand-file, begins to address the community's strategic plan top priority of crime, and adheres to the City's plan of adjustment filed with the bankruptcy court in May 2015. This is an essential first step towards improving public safety services to the residents and businesses of San Bernardino.

SCE Income Qualified Programs Help Customers In Need

outhern California Edison (SCE) offers a variety of income qualified programs to assist customers facing economic hardships who need help paying their utility bills. “At any time in our lives, any one of us can be faced with a situation where we need some assistance,” said Tory Weber, principal manager, Residential Demand Side Management programs. “These programs are designed to help eligible customers more effectively manage their utility costs with discount rates and energy efficient appliances, particularly those on limited incomes or who participate in other government programs.” California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) and Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) are SCE programs for low-income households that provide a monthly discount of about 30 percent off a customer’s bill. They are available to those who meet the income guideline qualifications or have someone in their household participating in at least one of 10 government public assistance programs ranging from Medi-Cal/Medicaid to Supplemental Security Income. Learn more at: on.sce.com/care. An estimated 1.3 million SCE customers are enrolled in the CARE and FERA programs. SCE’s Energy Assistance Fund, administered through the United Way, pays an electric bill up to $100 once every 12 months for those in need. This

program helps struggling families avoid having to choose between buying groceries and paying their electric bill. Last year, SCE helped more than 15,000 households through the program. Learn more at: on.sce.com/eaf.

The Energy Savings Assistance Program helps incomequalified households conserve energy and reduce their electricity costs. SCE pays all the costs of purchasing and installing energy-efficient appliances and equipment such as refrigerators, air conditioners and more, as well as home efficiency solutions like weatherization, which are free to eligible customers. Restrictions apply. To learn more ways to conserve energy and save money, visit on.sce.com/esap. Income-qualified customers also may be eligible for the Medical Baseline Program if they or someone who lives with them full time has a medical condition that requires electricity-powered life support equipment. You may be eligible to receive additional baseline allocation. Certification by a doctor is required. To be eligible, you must require use of a medical life-support device or equipment that use mechanical or artificial means to sustain, restore or replace a vital function. You or a full-time resident can also be a paraplegic, hemiplegic, quadriplegic, multiple sclerosis or scleroderma patient, or have a life-threatening illness or compromised immune system.

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Pets to be adopted due to nationwide “Clear the Shelter” event

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NBC4 Inland Empire Bureau Chief Tony Shin loves to hang out with his cat Ginger that he rescued from the Riverside County Department of Animal Services in San Jacinto.

By Anthony Victoria, Staff Writer

wo television news networks are teaming up with approximately 50 animal shelters in the Inland region to find pets a home. On Saturday August 15, participating animal shelters will offer a reduced adoption fee of $20 for residents. Local sponsor VCA An-

imal Hospital veterinarians and health care experts will also be onsite. All pets adopted during the event will receive a limited health guarantee and a gift bag filled with pet essentials. The events are scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. NBC4 Southern California and Telemundo 52--who teamed up with shelters to organize the nationwide “Clear the Shelters” event--emphasized the importance

Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley Partners with Macy’s for 10th Annual “Shop For A Cause”

acy’s will partner with the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley to invite customers to participate in Macy’s 10th annual national “Shop For A Cause” charity shopping event on August 29, 2015. Customers can purchase shopping passes from HSSBV (374 W Orange Show Road, San Bernardino) now. Macy’s “Shop For A Cause” is a unique one-dayonly shopping event created to support local charities’ fundraising efforts. Since 2006, the program has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for charities across the country. “Macy’s is proud to invite our customers to join us in giving back to causes that make a difference both locally and nationally,” said Martine Reardon, Macy’s chief marketing officer. “For the last nine years, Macy’s Shop For A Cause program has raised many millions of dollars for thousands of charities across the country. We look forward to offering our customers and associates an easy way to make a positive impact in

our communities while enjoying great savings at Macy’s.” Macy’s has provided the HSSBV with shopping passes to sell for $5 each. The HSSBV will keep 100 percent of every shopping pass it sells. The more the HSSBV sells, the more money it will raise! By purchasing a shopping pass from the HSSBV, customers support animals in their community while enjoying a day of spectacular discounts, entertainment and special events at Macy’s. Pass holders will receive a special discount of 30% on most regular, sale and clearance purchases all day, but some exclusions apply. Pass holders can also enter a drawing for a $500 Macys gift card! For more information about Macy’s “Shop For A Cause,” visit macys.com/shopforacause. To purchase a shopping pass from The HSSBV please call 909-3861400 ext 218, stop by the office at 374 W Orange Show Road, San Bernardino or visit www.hssbv.org.

of finding struggling pets a new lifeline. “I’m proud that our stations are working with so many local animal shelters throughout the Southland to help rescue thousands of animals,” said NBC4 President and General Manager Steve Carlston. “This is an exciting initiative to support an important community cause and mobilize millions of people to adopt a pet from their neighborhood shelter.” “I encourage everyone to join us in this day of action to help ‘Clear the Shelters’ and give thousands of homeless animals the chance of a new life,” added Telemundo 52 Los Angeles President and General Manager Celia Chavez. According to the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA), more than 12 million dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters each year. Moreover, Approximately 61% of all dogs who enter shelters are killed. Locally, Colton councilmember David Toro has held spay and neuter events for residents. He has also assisted in finding pets new owners. Toro told the Colton Courier on January 6 that pets should be treated as they are part of one’s family. “If you love a pet, you’re going to be loved unconditionally,” he said. “You can’t just put them in the backyard and neglect them. They need social interaction.” NBC4 Inland Empire Bureau Chief Tony Shin could attest to the impact pets can make on human beings.

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NBC4 ‘today in LA’ Meteorologist and Grand terrace native Crystal Egger enjoyed a visit from a puppy at a local animal shelter. Join NBC4 and telemundo 52 to Clear the Shelters on August 15 at a participating shelter. All details at www.nbcla.com/cleartheshelters.

“I’m very proud of NBC4’s Clear the Shelters initiative and the impact it will make to bring greater awareness to the importance of adopting a pet,” he said. “My family adopted our beloved cat Ginger from the San Jacinto shelter and she has brought us so much joy. I hope the community will join me to clear the shelters on August 15.”

For more information about Clear the Shelters and a list of participating shelters, visit www.nbcla.com and www.telemundo52.com. You can also follow the effort on social media @NBCLA and @Telemundo52 with hasthtag #CleartheShelters @NBCLA and #DesocuparAlbergues @Telemundo52.

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ARMC seeking SBCCD Board of Trustees Welcomes New Student Trustees healthcare professionals

to mentor students

Courtesy Photo New Crafton Hills College Student Trustee with the SBCCD Board, shown left to right: Trustee Nickolas Zoumbos, Trustee Dr. Donald L. Singer, Chancellor Bruce Baron, Student Trustee Esmeralda Vazquez, Trustee Donna Ferracone; Board President John Longville, Board Clerk Joseph Williams, Trustee Gloria Macias Harrison and Board Vice President Dr. Kathleen (Katy) Henry.

he San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD) Board of Trustees welcomed newly elected Student Trustees Esmeralda Vazquez from Crafton Hills College and Thomas Robles from San Bernardino Valley College at their July board meeting. President Longville said, “Serving on the Board of Trustees provides both students with the opportunity to learn first-hand about balancing the needs of their various constituency groups against the constraints of the budget and competing priorities. They also will have wonderful opportunities for training in teamwork, leadership, planning and communication.” SBCCD Chancellor Bruce Baron said, “We look forward to working with both Student Trustees and to providing them with an in-depth learning experi-

ence. Serving in this position allows them to identify specific issues that the students are interested in, to research those issues, and to offer policies and procedures for the Board to consider.” As a first generation college student, Crafton Hills College Student Trustee Esmeralda Vazquez was driven to become involved in and out of the classroom. She found her passion in advocating for students. Esmeralda is a political science major at Crafton Hills College and is working towards obtaining an education policy degree. Esmeralda served as the Student Senate Vice-President before being elected Student Trustee. In collaboration with the University of Redlands in 20142015, Esmeralda was part of the nationwide Elect-Her movement to empower young college women to become leaders on

their campus and communities. As Student Trustee, Esmeralda hopes to empower students and ensure that their voices are amplified and heard. San Bernardino Valley College Student Trustee Thomas Robles is studying to become a teacher. As a local from the City of Colton, he hopes to one day become the mayor of the fair town that his great-grandparents helped develop. He is currently employed with the City of Colton as a Pool Manager and as a Senior Recreation leader for Colton's Community Services Department. He was the Associated Student Government President at SBVC for the 2014-2015 school year. As the new Student Trustee, Thomas hopes to continue to support, promote, and represent the associated student body at San Bernardino Valley College.

trict to see the new car on Monday, when representatives from desertFIAT visited the campus to introduce It’s a Gas to Go to Class. In the coming weeks desertFIAT will visit every District high school to encourage students to maintain perfect attendance. “Giving students an incentive to be in school has made a tremendous, positive impact in the High Desert, where It’s a Gas to Go to Class started,” said Billy Mack, Director of Sales at Victorville Motors and desertFIAT. “When students miss school, they miss critical instruction time that cannot be made up,” Mack said. “That impacts teachers who have to spend extra time with the student.” It’s a Gas is expected to help SBCUSD significantly improve its high school attendance rates,

which have been increasing in recent years. Last school year, about 1,500 high school students had perfect attendance. The program is a win-win. Higher student attendance means more state funding for SBCUSD, but most importantly, it means students are more likely to succeed academically and graduate from high school. According to the National Association of Secondary School Principals, research shows that missing 10 percent of the school year—or 18 days in most districts—correlates with academic trouble. For more information about the San Bernardino edition of It’s a Gas to Go to Class, visit http://www.desertFIAT.com/itsagasSB.htm.

Perfect Attendance Can Win a San Bernardino City Unified High School Student a New Car

hanks to a new partnership with desertFIAT, 9th–12th graders with perfect attendance for the 2015– 2016 academic school year have the chance to win an array of incentives from iPods, iPads, scholarships, up to a NEW 2016 FIAT 500. It’s a Gas to Go to Class is a school attendance program designed to motivate students. Now in its fifth year in the High Desert, It’s a Gas to Go to Class is coming to San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD). Thousands of students attending District high schools returned to school on Monday, August 3 and heard about the program on the first day of classes. Pacific High School students were among the first in the Dis-

rrowhead Regional Center Medical (ARMC) is partnering with Reach Out/Inland Coalition and Colton High School’s Health Education Academy of Learning (HEAL) to encourage students to pursue careers in healthcare. The academy is seeking healthcare professionals for the upcoming school year to mentor a group of students with an interest in the healthcare field. Mentors meet with students once a month for two hours and use materials provided through a curriculum. Healthcare professionals who are interested in mentoring a student can attend a networking session at ARMC on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 4 p.m. in the Oak Room. Refreshments and light appetizers

will be provided. To learn more, log on to: www.BeAMentorEvent.eventbrite.com ARMC’s ongoing partnership with Colton High School’s HEAL academy has provided students with the opportunity to get a firsthand look at healthcare. Over the years, students have visited with ARMC healthcare professionals from the emergency department, medical imaging, the clinical lab and other departments, which provided them with the chance to see physicians and medical staff in action. ARMC, along with the County of San Bernardino, is committed to partnering with all sectors of the community to support the success of every child from cradle to career.

City Officials Step Up for ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 6, 2015 • Page A11

ast week, Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino), Colton Mayor Richard DeLaRosa, Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren, San Bernardino City Clerk Gigi Hanna, 5th District Supervisor Josie Gonzales and Grand Terrace Mayor Darcy McNaboe took the “Ice Bucket Challenge” to raise awareness about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) disease. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that renders patients unable to use their voluntary muscles. Those afflicted with ALS, including 300,000 people in the United States, lose their ability to walk, talk, move, and breathe. Assemblymember Brown took the challenge in honor of her husband, Dr. Hardy Brown, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2002. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is held annually in August until a cure is found. (Courtesy Photos)

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Washington wins LL Softball West Region Championship

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By Richard Dawson

Photo Courtesy/Richard Dawson Washington's third baseman makes a throw to first to end a rally.

espite battling a kidney infection, Makayla Miller pitched South Snohomish (Washington) to a 30 win against Olivehurst-Linda to claim the Little League Softball West Region Championship at Al Houghton Stadium in San Bernardino on Friday night. Miller had battled the ailment all week, and needed a visit with an emergency room doctor after the team’s semifinal win Thursday night, but still managed to pitch every inning for Washington during the tournament. Up 3-0 heading into the sixth, Miller had to escape a bases

loaded jam to seal the win. Arika Elliot and Izzy Mendoza led off with back-to-back singles for NorCal. After Miller struck out Alix Wofford, Marissa Tracey singled to load the bases. Miller got Myra Hinjosa to fly out to shallow center and induced a ground out to first by Tea McCaliff to finish it. The seven hits allowed by Miller were more than any of her previous starts in the tournament. She tossed two no-hitters, the second of which came against Cedar American (Utah) to advance Washington to the title game. She finished the tournament 6-0. Washington got on the board in

the second inning by capitalizing on a throwing error that scored pinch-runner Emily Strong to go up 1-0. It added another run in the fourth on a fielder’s choice to extend the lead 2-0. Miller helped herself out with an RBI single to left that brought Strong home from second in the fifth to make it 3-0. Danika Martin pitched well in a complete-game for NorCal, allowing just one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven. Washington advances to the Little League Softball World Series August 13-19 in Portland, Oregon.

Weaver rehabs, 66ers rally to win 2-1

By Richard Dawson

housands of fans weathered a late start time due to a thunderstorm for the chance to see Jered Weaver of the Los Angeles Angels make a rehab start for the Inland Empire 66ers. The persevering fans were rewarded with a pitching duel and a late rally as the 66ers edged the Bakersfield Blaze 2-1 at San Manuel Stadium on Thursday, July 30. Weaver, on the disabled list due to hip inflammation, was pitching for the first time since June 20th when the Angels were at Oakland. The results were positive as he allowed an unearned run on a sac fly in the first inning. In all, he finished having allowed three hits and two walks while mixing in two strikeouts over 64 pitches in 3 2/3 innings for Inland Empire (50-51, 15-16). Bakersfield lefty starter Tyler Photo Courtesy/Richard Dawson Jered Weaver of the Los Angeles Angels started his rehab as- Pike stifled the 66ers bats for signment with the Inland Empire 66ers. He allowed one run over seven scoreless innings. It was the fourth before Mike Fish got the 3 2/3 innings.

66ers first hit with a single to center. Pike allowed only one other hit and three walks to go with four strikeouts and left poised to get the decision. Up 1-0, Emilio Pagan came in to relieve Pike for the eighth inning and the 66ers struck quickly. Pagan issued a lead-off walk to Tyler Palmer. Jake Yacinish moved Palmer over to second with a sacrifice bunt. Bo Way followed with a hard-hit single up the middle that scored Palmer and tied the game. On the throw home, Way advanced to second on the throw to the plate and would come around to score himself after a base-hit from Fish bounced off the second base bag and allowed Way to make it home for a 2-1 lead. Garrett Nuss tossed a perfect ninth to earn his first save for Inland Empire. The bullpen came up big as Alex Blackford shutout the Blaze for 3 1/3 innings, including escaping a bases loaded jam. Trevor Foss pitched a scoreless eighth.

Photo Courtesy/Richard Dawson Makayla Miller pitched six shutout innings for South Snohomish (Wash) during a 3-0 victory over Olivehurst-Linda (NorCal) during the Little League Softball Western Region Championship Game on Friday, July 31.

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Bo Way scored a run and had an RBI during the 66ers 2-1 win over the Bakersfield Blaze at San Manuel Stadium on Thursday, July 30.

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IE Sports Net seeks to be Riva/Berdoo sports authority via FoxSports affiliation

By Harvey H. Kahn

iverside-based IE Sports Net has expanded its radio broadcasting capability after it was signed by nationwide FoxSports radio. IE Sports Net aired its first weekly talk show under the Fox umbrella, Aug 1. where it plans to use its new brand name clout every Saturday morning to expand its Inland Empire sports base. "We were presented the opportunity to join FoxSports and jumped at it," said IE Sports Net President Brian S. Arrington, who along with business partner Eddie Talbert has operated the sports show independently for three years. It moved from the San Bernardino call letters KCAA-1250 AM to Fox 1350 AM in Riverside shortly after it received confirmation with Fox in June. FoxSports is transmitted by media giant iHeartRadio. Arrington said the new affiliation will not change the emphasis on the local slant but will allow for a expanded commercial market base while boasting its listening audience. "Fox is very selective about its affiliations and liked our large body of work," explained Arrington. "Fox is recognized as one of the largest

Photo/Courtesy IE Sports Net radio personalities Brian Arrington (Left) and Eddie Talbert (Right). The co-producers have secured an affiliation with FoxSports at 1350 AM based in Riverside and are heard Saturday's at 8 a.m.

sports outlets in the world and being part of it gives us credibility that we previously did not have. We now have the potential to be one of the largest sports/talk shows in the entire Southern California market. If we continue to work hard, we will achieve suc-

cess with Fox's affiliation that was previously out of our reach." He said the turning point to the success of IE Sports Net came from the Inland Valley All-Star basketball game that he and Talbert produced along with A.B. Miller athletic director John Ro-

Restoration. In addition to being on-site during the classic car show, Rick & Kelly will bring selections from their own car collection for fans to appreciate. “It is an honor to have Rick & Kelly join us for Route 66 Cruisin’ Re-

union” said Michael Krouse, President and CEO. “They appreciate history; they restore all kinds of things including classic cars so their involvement with us is a perfect fit.” The public is invited to attend

delay in submitting completed audits. After five hours of presentations, public comments, and discussions, the Council voted 4-2 to proceed with funding SBETA for 60 days with conditions. The City Manager will continue to work with SBETA to seek alternative funding sources in an effort to limit the impact on the general fund; 60-day funding shall not to exceed $250,000. The City Manager is empowered to redirect the outside accounting firm, Macias, Gini and O'Connell LLP, conducting the 2012-13 and 2013-14 audits to focus on the single audits needed to lift the state's cash-hold. Since the cashhold was implemented in October 2014, the City has supplemented SBETA with 1.5 million dollars

from the general fund with the understanding that the City would be reimbursed after submission of the delayed audits. Simultaneously, SBETA and the City Attorney's office will proceed with the appeals process with the California Workforce Development Board to lift the cash-hold and to designate San Bernardino as a LWDA under the WIOA. Workforce development is an essential element for the betterment of the City now and in the future and the efforts being put forth by SBETA and City officials are directed toward securing that element for the City and its residents. The Mayor and Council will reconvene on September 21, 2015 at which time an update and a collaborative plan moving forward will be presented.

magnoli. Arrington said the allstar game was dormant for years until the trio decided to resurrect it. "With blessings to Romagnoli we were able to produce our crown jewel event. We will continue it annually, exclusively for San Bernardino County athletes. We will add a all-star football game to be played in January. The soccer, baseball and softball all-star games will be added later this year." All games will be played at A.B. Miller High School. Due to its added responsibility, Sports Net IE will broadcast fewer live events such as its high school game of the week, but could possibly do some simulcasts on KVMD-TV channel 23. Although all-star games will be comprised of San Bernardino County athletes, the show will include live reports and interviews from throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. "We want to provide the people in the Inland Empire a home. We will cover all the high schools, the colleges and youth sports but football remains number-1." Arrington stressed the importance of reporting on San Bernardino City schools and at the same time will cover the Corona Centennial-type powerhouses. Part of Arrington's and Talbert's philosophy is providing

scholarships for youth athletes. In their quest to become the "sports authority of the IE," they mentor aspiring journalists through an IE Sports Net internship. "Every major radio personality has completed an internship. It's the chance to see what you've read about in a real world setting. It's unpaid but its the best way to get into the business." Arrington did say that IE Sports Net is finally showing a profit after not breaking even for three years. He told that it costs about $800 per month to pay for the weekly one-hour time slot. Travel expenses and then the countless hours of unpaid production time could add up to a hefty investment as well. They sell advertising for as low as $25 a spot based on a $600 sponsorship package. Off the air, Arrington does the promoting and Talbert the technical duties. He acknowledged that the technology of radio and TV have changed so that the smart phones are the reception of choice. "The major print media is shrinking and we will be there to fill that void. Talk radio will always have its place," said Arrington, who does not want to move into the L.A. market but does aspire to advance onto national syndication.

the 3rd Annual Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion®, a three day Cruisin’ Classic Car Show September 1820, 2015. Come as a family, food or retail vendor, bring your classic car, or come to stroll along the historic tree lined Euclid Avenue to admire the beauty of these fabulous vehicles from yesteryear. This annual event, held on the third weekend in September, is free to the public and encompasses approximately twenty two city blocks with cars and hot rods parking and cruisin’ for three days along the streets of down-

town Ontario, California. This family friendly event is located on Euclid Avenue and the downtown streets near the City of Ontario Town Square, Ovitt Family Community Library, and Ontario City Hall located at 303 East “B” Street, Ontario, CA 91764. Last year The Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion proved to be a huge success with over 200,000 car enthusiasts and spectators. Get ready to rumble Southern California – the Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion will be coming town soon!

ROUTE 66 CRUISIN’ REUNION® announces Rick & Kelly Dale of American Restoration will be on-site for Event

he Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion®, powered by the Greater Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau, has announced the event on-site appearance of Rick & Kelly Dale of History Channel’s American

San Bernardino Employment and Training Agency funding has been extended 60 days

n July 29, 2015, a special Mayor and Common Council meeting was held to further discuss and determine if interim general fund resources should continue to be used to fund the San Bernardino Employment and Training Agency, a grant-funded workforce development agency, pending a determination by the state Employment Development Department of whether funding would be reimbursed. Also discussed was , how to proceed with the City's state fund cash-hold status and the Governor's recent denial of the City's application for designation as a Local Workforce Development Area (LWDA) for 2015-17 under the new federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) due to the

Car Wash raises funds for child killed in shooting

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 6, 2015 • Page A19

Photos/Anthony VictoriA And Luis tirAdo

Volunteers wash cars to raise money for the family of Daniel Munoz. the four year old was shot and killed while playing in front of his grandparents’ highland home last week.

IECN Staff Report

amily, friends, and strangers took a stand against violence by organizing a Car Wash and Fundraiser on Sunday August 2 for the family of Daniel Munoz, who was killed last Wednesday as he played in the

front yard of his grandparents’ home just south of Base Line, on McKinley Avenue. Luis Tirado, 17, Munoz’s cousin and a member of the Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) provided the Inland Empire Community Newspapers with this statement on behalf of the

Munoz family: “It was heartbreaking that it happened to a 4-year-old---an innocent kid. We were shocked at how huge of an impact technology had on helping us with the fundraiser. We have learned how to appreciate the power of social media. We thank anyone that has helped.”

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SB County supervisors offer reward to catch drone operators who interfered with firefighting

By Yazmin Alvarez

an Bernardino County supervisors agreed to offer up to a $75,000 reward to help track down drone operators responsible for flying the remotecontrolled hobby aircraft, interfering with firefighters during three recent major wildfires. The announcement came during a July 29 news conference. Within the last two months, three separate incidents involving drones flying in active fire areas have delayed fire responders and forced the grounding of all firefighting aviation efforts. The firefighting air tankers had to be diverted away from their targets because of the small airborne hobby drones. "Because fire-fighting planes could not be used, those fires spread faster and further," Board of Supervisors Chairman James Ramos said during the news conference.. "In the most recent fire, the North Fire, we saw cars and trucks burning on the freeway, we saw homes burn, and we saw families running for their lives," Ramos said. Low-flying air tankers cannot share the sky with drones because the small aircraft can be sucked into jet engines, causing the engines to fail and the planes to crash, officials said. While requests have been made to drone operators asking to not fly their aircraft during wildfires, the Board Supervisors said “asking is no longer enough.” County officials are now offering a $75,000 reward fund for the arrest and conviction of anyone who

courtesy photo/loma linda children’s hospital

san bernardino county supervisors and fire officials announce during a news conference july 29 that a $75,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the individuals responsible for flying remote-controlled drones into fire areas that forced the grounding of all firefighting air operations during three major fires in june and july. flew any remote control-operated aircraft and interfered with firefighting aircraft during the recent Lake, Mill 2, and North fires. "We want to know who was flying drones, and we want them punished,” Ramos said. “Someone knows who they are, and there is $75,000 waiting for them." Up to $25,000 is available for each of the three fires, officials explained. The District Attorney will ultimately determine who qualifies for the reward money and the amount. Interfering with firefighting op-

courtesy photo/office of sb county supervisor josie gonzales

chairman james ramos gave the opening statement during the press conference july 29.

courtesy photo/office of sb county supervisor josie gonzales

one of the tanker planes used to respond to fire emergencies that was forced to land after a remote-controlled drone was identified in its area of flight.

erations is a criminal offense, District Attorney Mike Ramos said, and there are several criminal statutes prosecutors can employ to bring drone operators to justice. Ramos warned drone operators that they could and would be prosecuted for murder if their drones

led to the death of a fire-firefighting flight crew or anyone on the ground. Those with information on anyone who flew drones during the recent fires are urged to call the WeTip hotline at 1-800-78CRIME. Callers can remain

anonymous, officials said.

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