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By Manny Sandoval
In a display of intellectual prowess and teamwork, Rialto High School Team Blue clinched third place in the 41st annual San Bernardino County Academic Decathlon, a prestigious competition that celebrated the hard work and dedication of students across 19 high schools in San Bernardino County on Feb 8
"We applaud the unwavering dedication and perseverance of our students in this
Superintendent Ted Alejandre "In celebrating their achievements, we also extend our gratitude to the coaches and administrators who have guided them towards excellence in this competition "
RHS Principal Dr Caroline Sweeney expressed her pride, stating, "I'm so proud of the dedication of our students and Mr Ansermet This is the highest placement our school has ever achieved We're overjoyed!"
The competition, organized by the San B e r n a r d i n o C o u n t y S u p e r i n t e n d e n t o f S c h o o l s ( S B C S S ) , s a w C h a ff e y H i g h School Team Black taking the first place, followed by Rancho Cucamonga High School Team Purple in second, and Rialto High securing a notable third place among 53 teams participating
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By Manny Sandoval
The Rialto Unified School District (RUSD) has been distinguished as one of just six school districts in San Bernardino County to be honored with the prestigious 2023 Golden Bell Award
The accolade, bestowed by the California School Boards Association, was officially p r e s e n t e d d u r i n g t h e S a n B e r n a r d i n o County Superintendent of Schools Golden Bell ceremony
The award celebrates RUSD's innovative
Rialto Incredible Talent Zone (RITZ) Gala program, a pioneering initiative designed to spotlight student talent while simultaneously generating funds to assist students
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This annual gala has become a cornerstone event for the community, underscoring the district's commitment to fostering the arts and supporting its students beyond the classroom
staff leaders and key members of the RITZ committee, were
present to accept the award, marking a significant moment of recognition for the district's efforts to enhance educational experiences and outcomes
The Golden Bell Award acknowledges and rewards outstanding programs and governance practices in school districts and county offices of education throughout California
RUSD's receipt of this award underscores
opportunities for student engagement and community involvement
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mic excellence and the exceptional capabilities of its students and coaching staff The event, which took place in January and February, involved rigorous categories including essay writing, speeches, interviews, and objective testing, culminating in the Super Quiz
This year's theme, "Technology and Humanity," provided a challenging yet exciting framework for the students, as announced by the United States Academic Decathlon and provided to SBCSS by the California Academic Decathlon
While Chaffey High School's Team Black, with their first-place victory, will advance to represent San Bernardino County at the state competition in Santa Clara from March 22-24, Rialto High School's strong showing in the competition underscores the talent and dedication present in all participating teams
For more detailed coverage of the San Bernardino County Academic Decathlon and the achievements of all participating schools, visit the SBCSS Newsroom and follow @SBCountySchools on social media platforms
San Ber nardino Sees 12.9% Surge in Home Prices Amid Ward 6
For um Debate With Incumbent Calvin and Candidate F lor es
By Manny SandovalThe Ward 6 Forum, hosted on February 1st by Just San Bernardino, the League of Women Voters, and KVCR Public Media, spotlighted the critical issue of housing affordability as San Bernardino County's median home price soared by 12 9 percent to a record $519,500 The forum featured Incumbent Kimberly Calvin and Candidate Mario Flores, with Bessine Littlefield Richard absent
Moderator Lupe Camacho expressed gratitude to the participants, “We received an email today stating that Bessine Littlefield Richard will not be able to attend tonight's forum We made every effort to reach out to the candidates ahead of time So, thank you for Councilwoman Calvin and Candidate Flores for being here this evening ”
During the forum, the candidates shared their visions and addressed the pressing issue of housing affordability
Councilmember Calvin emphasized her roots and commitment to the community, "I feel like I've been serving all of my life because as a young girl on the west side of San Bernardino there have been many of my family members who have served the community I'm here walking inside of those footprints and hoping to continue to serve you but to do my absolute best for the next generation "
Flores highlighted his connection to the community and his desire to improve it, "I was raised on the WestSide by Nickelson park Over the years I've gotten the opportunity to meet different mentors and elected officials who are truly inspiring I want to fol-
low in those footsteps "
Addressing the housing crisis, Flores said, "How is someone my age or similar going to afford housing and create a life and roots in the city? It is important to surround yourself with people who know about housing and partner with them to create good development "
Calvin detailed her experience and plans to tackle affordable housing, "In the three years and 1 month that I've been sitting on the dais - we are in the process of building 94 market rate single family homes There hasn't been affordable housing built in nearly 40 years I've also brought forward a first-time homebuyers program "
In their closing statements, both candidates made passionate appeals to the voters of Ward 6
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City of San Ber nardino to Launch New Mobile Veterinar y Clinic on Febr uar y 20
By Community NewsThe City of San Bernardino will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 20 at the Seccombe Lake Dog Park to debut its new Mobile Veterinary Clinic The ribbon cutting will include City officials and representatives of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, who provided the funding for the mobile clinic through a $1 1 million grant
As part of the event, which coincides with National Love Your Pet Day, free vaccinations and microchipping will be available between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm for pets in need of these services
The Mobile Veterinary Clinic will allow the San Bernardino Animal Services Department to travel throughout the City to parks, community centers, and other locations to conduct spay and neuter procedures, vaccinations, and microchipping clinics
“The Mobile Clinic represents a proactive approach to pet care, making pet care more accessible for all members of our community, said San Bernardino Animal Services
Director Kris Watson
"We are proud to support this initiative to increase access to pet wellness for pet owners in the San Bernardino community," said Chairwoman Lynn Valbuena, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians "It is a unique service that will reinforce the community's resilience and we look forward to the overall improved health of our neighbors’ pets "
Reaching residents who may face challenges in accessing or affording traditional veterinary services was one of the driving forces behind the Mobile Veterinary Clinic
“Residents have been asking us to add a mobile clinic to our Animal Services Department for a long time,” said San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran “We are grateful to the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for making this possible ”
Seccombe Lake Park is located at 160 East 5th Street in San Bernardino Attendees are encouraged to park in the lot near the intersection of Sierra Way and 6th Street
San Ber nardino to Mar k the Year of the Dra gon with Lunar New Year Celebration on Febr uar y 17
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The City of San Bernardino will be holding a Lunar New Year Celebration from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm at the Court Street Square Park, located at 349 North E Street The free family event will feature cultural musical performances, demonstrations, arts and craft activities, food vendors, art galleries and much more
“The Lunar New Year is a cause for celebration for so many in the Asian community and beyond It is a time to come together, look forward with hope to the arrival of spring, and the promise of a new year,” said San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran
The Court Street Square will be transformed by the San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department staff, much like recent celebrations such as the Christmas themed Miracle on Court Street in December and the Dia
de los Muertos festival in November
“The Downtown Court Street Square is an incredible gathering place,” said Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld “The City is committed to bringing amazing cultural celebrations downtown that are fun, colorful, and educational ”
The festivities will include:
Musical performances and cultural demonstrations, featuring traditional dragon and lion dances
Arts and Craft activities for the whole family, featuring Calligraphy, Origami, and Dragon puppets
Multiple staged photo areas
A gallery highlighting San Bernardino’s Sister Cities from the East
Food vendors and merchants selling goods
Community Groups and Sponsor informational booths
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Inland Empire Community News • February 15, 2024 • Page A2 • Rialto Record Follow us on Facebook, Insta gram, and Twitter @IECommunityNews
By Dr Damanpreet Jamarai
February is American Heart Month, which is a great opportunity to discuss heart disease, which remains the number one killer in the United States
Some of the most common conditions that contribute to heart disease are high cholesterol, high blood pressure and obesity
When these conditions are left unmanaged, they can lead to heart attacks, stroke and other serious health issues The good news is that there’s a lot that can be done to reduce heart disease risk factors
February is Heart Health Awareness month, a great time to start on the path to better heart health and wellbeing and to understand the risk factors that can contribute to heart problems
Late last year, the America’s Health Rankings (AHR) report highlighted a startling fact: heart disease is one of eight chronic conditions that has reached record highs since the report began tracking health and wellbeing in the United States
Despite a decline in deaths tied to heart disease, it remains the leading cause of death among men and women Heart disease costs the U S health system $216 billion per year, according to the CDC, not including an additional $147 billion in lost wages and productivity
Risk factors for heart disease include conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity as well as unhealthy behaviors such as physical inactivity, smoking and alcohol abuse
In California, 25 4 percent of adults over age 65 qualified as physically inactive while more than 23 9 percent are obese and
just over 7 percent smoke, according to the America’s Health Rankings 2023 Senior report
What's more, the report shows strong disparities exist across geographic, racial, and economic groups, putting certain people at greater risk of developing heart problems
The prevalence of heart disease, like overall health and wellbeing, is influenced by the “social determinants of health” such as lack of access to transportation, healthy foods, and safe housing Talk to your health plan and your health care provider about resources that may be available to you to help improve your health and wellbeing
According to the American Heart Association (AHA), there are immediate steps you can take to help you live a longer, healthier life and help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke
First, eat a healthier diet Center your eating plan around vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and fish Limit sweetened drinks, added sugars, processed meats, sodium and saturated fats
Second, be physically active and keep any eye on your weight Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week
Lastly, live tobacco free If you don’t think you can quit for good on your own, ask for help and talk to your healthcare provider
For more helpful health and wellness information, visit UHCMedicareNewsroom com
By Joseph R WilliamsIn America's educational landscape, the dual enrollment program stands as a significant opportunity for African American students, meriting attention well before middle school This initiative, allowing high schoolers to experience college-level courses, is more than an academic advantage; it's a crucial empowerment tool
Enrollment in these programs offers African American students an invaluable head start In a country grappling with educational disparities, this early exposure to college coursework is transformative, leveling the playing field and offering a glimpse into post-secondary education The benefits are not just academic Economically, dual enrollment can be a game-changer It confronts the daunting issue of college affordability head-on, making higher education more accessible to families for whom it might otherwise remain out of reach This aspect is particularly crucial, given the disproportionate impact of student loan debt on African American communities
The cultural implications of dual enrollment are profound By immersing students in the college environment earlier, it demystifies higher education, equipping them with the confidence to navigate what can be an intimidating landscape This experience is invaluable for African American students, who might not have extensive family histories in higher education and are often subject to stereotypes and lowered expectations Through dual enrollment, these students can redefine narratives around their educational capabilities and aspirations
However, to fully harness the potential of dual enrollment, proactive engagement is essential African American families and educators must be aware of these opportunities and integrate them into their educational planning It's about having early discussions regarding post secondary educational and career goals, with dual enrollment forming a core part of these conversations
But the broader question extends beyond individual families and educational institutions It's
about how we, as a society, can implement dual enrollment in a way that maximizes its accessibility and effectiveness for African American students How do we ensure that every student who could benefit from this program has the opportunity to do so? The potential for change is immense – not just in terms of academic outcomes, but in shaping more inclusive, empowered futures for entire communities
As we consider the path forward, the role of dual enrollment in shaping equitable educational landscapes becomes increasingly clear It's more than just a step in the right direction; it's a powerful stride towards a future where educational success and access are realities for every student, irrespective of their background
In this context, dual enrollment is not just an option but a necessity, a catalyst for profound and lasting change in the African American community and beyond The true measure of its success will be how effectively we can bring this opportunity to those who stand to gain the most from it
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By Manny Sandoval
An early morning fire wreaked havoc in San Bernardino, destroying a commercial building in the 900 block of West Oak San Bernardino County Fire crews were called to the scene around 3 a m after 911 callers reported smoke billowing from a warehouse
Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a
By Manny SandovalA32,000 square foot building engulfed in flames The intensity of the fire prompted a defensive attack, with crews employing master stream devices and ladder pipes to douse the blaze with thousands of gallons of water Complicating the firefighting efforts were high winds and the spread of embers
Battalion Chief Mike McClintock praised the firefighters' efforts, stating, "Our crews worked tirelessly to control
the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighboring businesses Their quick and coordinated response was instrumental in mitigating further damage "
The fire was brought under control within 90 minutes, with no injuries reported to firefighters or civilians To assist with the aftermath, a County Fire Excavator was deployed to address hot spots and manage the debris
San Bernardino County Fire dispatched eight engines, two truck companies, a heavy equipment team, two fire investigators, and a chief officer to the scene Colton Fire provided additional support with two engine companies
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation
Colton Police Ar r est T hr ee Juveniles in $2,500 Merchandise T heft
swift response by the Colton Police Department led to the arrest of three juveniles involved in a theft at the Warehouse Shoe Sale (WSS) in the 1000 block of North Mt Vernon Ave on February 7th, 2024
At around 4:25 PM, officers were dis-
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Bpatched to the scene following reports of the incident "Upon arrival, our officers quickly engaged with WSS employees and ascertained that three male juveniles had stolen approximately $2,500 in merchandise before fleeing on foot," said Sgt Shawn McFarland
The subsequent investigation, aided by Colton PD Detectives, led authorities to
Rancho Cucamonga, where the suspects were believed to be located With the assistance of the San Bernardino County Sheriff ’s Department and the SBCSD Aviation Unit, the juveniles were apprehended in the 8200 block of East 9th Street without incident
The stolen merchandise was recovered from a vehicle at the scene, and the sus-
pects, aged 14, 16, and 17, were transported to Colton PD for processing The Colton Police Department is continuing its investigation into the theft Authorities are urging anyone with further information regarding this case to contact Detective Anthony Jaeger or Sergeant Shawn McFarland at (909) 3705000
Brightline West Announces Updates to Field Investigation Wor k in Souther n Calif or nia and Nevada
rightline West announces updates to field investigation work in Southern California and Nevada within the proposed rail corridor within Interstate 15 right-of-way
Field work began in January to advance final stages of design in preparation for a groundbreaking Brightline West will connect Las Vegas and Southern California with America’s first true high-speed rail system
Field investigation work includes geotechnical borings and samplings, utility potholing and land surveying Work will take place primarily during daytime hours, with some work at night to minimize disruption to traffic In some instances, short term closures of freeway shoulders will be required All work will
be done in compliance with applicable environmental regulations and in coordination with Caltrans and the Nevada Department of Transportation
Updated project areas are listed below Motorists should proceed with extra caution through work zones and adhere to posted detour signs, speed limits and other signage
California I-15 from Cima Road to Zzyzx Road
Daytime borings in the center median and exterior shoulders from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
I-15 from Dale Evans Parkway to Oak Hill Road
Daytime borings in the center median
and exterior shoulders from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
I-15 from Oak Hill Road to Arrow Route
Daytime borings at Arrow Route, the Foothill Blvd Interchange in Rancho Cucamonga and at the I-15/I-215 Devore Interchange, from Wednesday, February 7 to Friday, February 16, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
Night closures are planned between Oak Hill Road and Kenwood Road for shoulder borings, from Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, between 9:00 p m and 5:00 a m
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I-15 median north of Jean, Nevada (milepost 13-21)
Continuous geotechnical boring work
through Thursday, March 14, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
I-15 median north of Primm, Nevada (milepost 1-13)
Continuous geotechnical boring work through February 2024, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
Northbound I-15 from St Rose to Blue Diamond Rd (milepost 28-34), Las Vegas
Geotechnical boring work at St Rose Parkway interchange off-ramp and median through Friday, February 23, 6:30 a m to 4 p m
Note: Dates and times are subject to change These operations are weather dependent
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Open Auditions f or Disney's Mar y Poppins at the Historic Redlands Bowl Ahead of its 2024 Summer Music Festival
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Audition dates are announced for the fully staged Broadway musical for this year's Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival, Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins ” Producer-Director Wayne R Scott has scheduled the open auditions for two upcoming Saturdays: March 9, from 9:00 a m to 1:00 p m , and March 16, from 11 a m to 3:00 p m The auditions will be held at Mission Gables, directly behind the Redlands Bowl on Eureka Street
"The auditions will be conducted by appointment through a convenient reservation system," said Scott “All roles are open at this time "
Appointments can be made online by following the link posted on the RBPA Mary Poppins Facebook page, https://www facebook com/RBPAMaryPoppins The link can also be found at both the LifeHouse Theater (https://lifehousetheater com) and the Redlands Bowl webpage (https://redlandsbowl org) Those auditioning are asked to upload a recent photo and a theatrical resume when making their audition appointment Those without a theatrical resume can list any performing experience they may have had, though none is required to audition Appointments can be made the day of auditions as space permits
Scott emphasized that the first Saturday, March 9, will be devoted to those auditioning for principal or choral roles The second Saturday, March 16, will be for select candidates who are called back and for those unable to audition on March 9 These auditions will be conducted by appointment throughout the morning
Those auditioning should be prepared to sing 16 measures of any familiar Broadway musical style song, preferably from Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins ” They must bring their own sheet music in their key, and Scott will provide an accompanist He will not consider electronic sound accompaniment, such as music tracks, and no a capella singing will be considered
In addition to singing, Scott may ask auditioners to interpretively recite the lyrics of their song or to read excerpts from scripted scenes Memorization is not necessary as they may refer to the lyrics or lines provided Those auditioning may also be asked to perform a single dance routine to be taught at the auditions
The musical is currently scheduled to be performed with a live full orchestra and presented on Tuesday, July 23, (Public Dress Rehearsal) and Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, July 25 through 28, at the Redlands Bowl The performances begin at 8:00 PM each evening
19 Fontana Unified High School Football Team Member s Ear n All-CIF Accolades After Historic Season
Ruiz earned the Offensive Player of the Year award and junior linebacker Michael Ephraim was named Co-Defensive Player of the Year in Division 8
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Nineteen members of Fontana Unified School District high school football teams have secured prestigious All California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section (CIF-SS) division honors, recognizing their outstanding accomplishments in what was a historic football season across the District
A B Miller, Jurupa Hills, Henry J Kaiser and Summit high schools all produced multiple All CIF-SS players in their respective divisions after all four teams qualified for the CIF-SS postseason
The dual-CIF championship Jurupa Hills team had 11 members who earned All CIF-SS Division 8 awards Citos Marinez received honors as the championship coach, senior quarterback Caleb
Jurupa Hills went on a historic playoff run and won both the CIF-SS Division 8 and CIF State Division 4-AA Southern California Regional championships to advance to the CIF Division 4AA State Championship game before ending the year with a 9-7 record This led to eight other Spartans earning All CIF-SS Division 8 recognition, including senior running back Damien Ortiz, linebacker Jordan Pernillo, wide receiver Jaylen Ephraim; junior defensive linemen Devin Colen and Arthur Gonzalez, offensive lineman Joseph Murillo, defensive back Durand Johnson and sophomore linebacker Daniel MacCharles
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Calif or nia Days Retur ns to Calico Ghost Town Feb. 17-18
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Marking San Bernardino County Regional Parks’ 60th-anniversary this year, Regional Parks and Apollo Silver Corp are excited to commemorate the third annual California Days event at Calico Ghost Town over Presidents’ Day weekend on Feb 17-18, 2024
California Days celebrates early California history with a focus on California’s admission to the union as the nation’s 31st state on Sept 9, 1850
This family-friendly event will precede National California Day, which lands on February 22 every year and will celebrate the people and culture of early California by
hosting family activities, gunfight shows and reenactments along with educational displays on the state’s Bear Flag, Pony Express Trail, and Butterfield Overland Trail
Serving as a natural backdrop to the Old West, Calico will travel back in time with a beard and mustache contest, arts & crafts, games and contests for all ages, pony rides, stories from the Pony Express, and a Pony Express relay for kids under 11
There will be live music and entertainment with the Victorian Muse Theater at the Town Hall, classroom reenactment sessions from the 1800s at the schoolhouse and some wild West street skits performed by the "Scoundrels Alley" Calico troupe
After the cast is selected, Scott and his production staff will hold a required orientation meeting the evening of Thursday, April 25, and rehearsals are scheduled to begin the first week of May The cast will rehearse at the Redlands Bowl as often as possible
Disney and Cameron Makintosh’s “Mary Poppins" is the critically acclaimed Broadway smash hit musical based on the books by P L Travers and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film The production delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical The beloved production features world famous songs by Richard M and Robert B Sherman, including “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “Jolly Holiday,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Feed the Birds,” among other hits that have been enjoyed by millions of fans throughout the world
Scott encourages people interested in backstage and technical staff work to also come on the scheduled audition days He has already secured some positions, including Music Conductor Nolan Livesay, Assistant Director Jeff DeWitt, Choreographer Michael Milligan, and Production Assistant / Cast Coordinator Sarah Pearce
For additional information, contact Sarah Pearce by email at marypoppinsredlandsbowl2024@gmail com or call the Redlands Bowl Performing Arts office at (909) 793-7316
Redlands Camera Club Hosting FREE Panel Discussion: Selling Your Photog raphy on Feb. 19
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Marking San Bernardino County Regional Parks’ 60th-anniversary this year, Regional Parks and Apollo Silver Corp are excited to commemorate the third annual California Days event at Calico Ghost Town over Presidents’ Day weekend on Feb 17-18, 2024
Photographers, as independent artists, at some point may want to consider selling copies of their images But where does a photographer start? Early considerations might include understanding the
The popular Dorsey Dog Delivery Game also returns and is a doggie scavenger hunt where owners and their furry friends search for clues throughout town to win the ultimate prize of a treat goodie bag and first-place ribbon from Dorsey’s Dog House
Eventgoers can enjoy our fairstyle food lineup with goodies, such as pretzels, lemonade and tater tot creations, or for very hungry appetites, the Calico Restaurant and Lil’s Saloon will be open All the Calico attractions will be open, including Maggie Mine and the Calico Oddessa Railroad Attractions are an additional charge For attraction prices, visit www calicoattractions com/
audience for specific compositions, pricing products, and identifying distribution channels Redlands Camera Club is presenting a program on Monday, February 19 with a panel of successful photographers and gallery owners to discuss tips for photographers to get their works displayed and sold
This free Zoom-only presentation begins at 7 PM Monday, February 19 The public is welcome to attend For a link to the meeting and more, see the Redlands Camera Club website: redlandscameraclub org
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Jurupa Hills High School football produced 11 All California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section (CIF-SS) Division 8 honorees when All CIF-SS teams were released on Jan 29
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A young man learns how to make an arrowhead from rock chips at California Days at Calico Ghost Town in Yermo, Calif
O f f i c e ( 9 0 9 ) 3 8 1 - 9 8 9 8 • R I A L T O R E C O R D L E G A L A D V E R T I S I N G • F a x ( 9 0 9 ) 3 8 4 - 0 4 0 6 Page A6 February 15, 2024 RR IECN NOTICE Extra Space Storage on behalf of itself or its aff liates L fe Storage or Storage Express wi l ho d a public auction to sat sfy Extra Space s lien by selling persona property belonging to those indiv duals isted below at the location indicated 17197 Val ey Blvd Fontana CA 92335 on March 5 2024 at 9:45 am Petra Palomares-household items for mobile detai ing business; Jacquel ne Ram rez-furniture bed; Maricela Valenzue afurniture tools; Me issa C brianclothes beach chairs; Jeffrey Ra-gan-household items; Mayra Figueroa-toddlers crib, fridge; Isabel Gonzalez-couch, fridge, clothes, boxes, personal tems; Josephine Navidad-household items The auction wil be listed and advert sed on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced faci ty n order to complete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may resc nd any purchase up unt l the winn ng bidder takes possession of the personal property CN104138 03-05-2024 Publ shed Ria to Record Feb 15 2024 R-657 T S No : 9462-6275 TSG Order No : 230352868-CAVOI A P N : 1119-041-35-0000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/06/2006 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER NBS Default Services LLC as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sa e contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 06/16/2006 as Document No : 20060411728, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Bernardino County, California executed by: MARCEL LEE, A SINGLE MAN as Trustor WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at t me of sale by cash a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank a check drawn by a state or federa credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan assoc ation savings association or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and author zed to do business n this state) All right title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust Sale Date & Time: 03/08/2024 at 9:00 AM Sa e Location: Sale will be held at AUCTION COM- North West Entrance in the Courtyard Ch no Mun c pal Court 13260 Central Avenue Chino CA 91710 The street address and other common des gnation if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5817 SEMINOLE WAY, FONTANA CA 92336-5687 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any ability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation if any shown here n Sa d sale will be made in an AS IS condition but without covenant or warranty expressed or imp ied regarding title possession or encumbrances to pay the remaining principa sum of the note(s) secured by sa d Deed of Trust, w th interest thereon as provided in sa d note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust to-wit: $1 040 287 59 (Est mated) Accrued interest and additional advances if any will increase this f gure prior to sale It is possible that at the t me of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien you should understand that there are risks nvolved n b dd ng at a trustee auct on You will be bidd ng on a l en, not on the property itself Placing the highest bid at a trustee auct on does not automatically entitle you to free and c ear ownership of the property You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior l en If you are the highest bidder at the auction you are or may be respons ble for paying off all liens senior to the l en being auct oned off, before you can receive clear title to the property You are encouraged to investigate the existence priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s off ce or a title insurance company e ther of which may charge you a fee for this informat on If you consu t either of these resources you shou d be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sa e may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code The law requ res that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800280-2832 or visit this nternet website, www auct on com, using the file number assigned to this case T S # 9462-6275 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be ref ected in the te ephone information or on the nternet website The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code If you are an elig ble tenant buyer, you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction If you are an el gib e bidder ” you may be ab e to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction There are three steps to exerc s ng this right of purchase First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can cal 855-976-3916 or visit this internet website https://tracker auction com/sb1079/ using the file number assigned to this case T S # 9462-6275 to f nd the date on wh ch the trustee’s sale was held the amount of the last and highest bid and the address of the trustee Second you must send a written notice of intent to p ace a b d so that the trustee rece ves it no more than 15 days after the trustee s sale Th rd, you must submit a bid so that the trustee rece ves it no more than 45 days after the trustee s sale If you think you may qualify as an “el gib e tenant buyer or elig ble bidder, you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding th s potential right to purchase If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason the successfu bidder s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse NBS Default Services, LLC 14841 Dallas Parkway Suite 300 Dallas TX 75254 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www auction com or Call: 1-800-280-2832 NBS Default Serv ces LLC Mar ssa Adams Foreclosure Assoc ate This commun cat on is an attempt to col ect a debt and any information obtained w ll be used for that purpose However f you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose persona liability upon you for payment of that debt In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge any action to enforce the debt wil be taken against the property on y NPP0445915 PUBLISHED RIALTO RECORD 02/01/2024 02/08/2024 02/15/2024 R-630 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CLYDE E JOHNSON, JR aka CLYDE ERNEST JOHNSON, JR Case No PROVA2400102 To all heirs beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CLYDE E JOHNSON JR aka CLYDE ERNEST JOHNSON JR A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Davon Johnson in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Davon Johnson be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests author ty to administer the estate under the Independent Admin stration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions however the personal repre-sentative will be required to give notice to interested per-sons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent admin stration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the author ty A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 12, 2024 at 9:00 AM in Dept No F2 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA 92335 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as def ned in section 58(b) of the Ca ifornia Probate Code or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor You may want to consu t with an attorney knowledgeable in California law YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court If you are a person interested in the estate you may f le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk Attorney for petitioner: JOHN P PRINGLE ESQ SBN 72300 ROQUEMORE PRINGLE & MOORE INC 13300 CROSSROADS PKY N STE 185 CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91746 CN104218 JOHNSON Publ shed Rialto Record Feb 15 22 29 2024 R-650 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOSE de JESUS ASCENCIO Case No PROVA2300076 To all heirs beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both of JOSE de JESUS ASCENCIO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Gabriel Cardenas Jimenez in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Gabriel Cardenas Jimenez be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests author ty to administer the estate under the Independent Admin stration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions however the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent admin stration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the author ty A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 5, 2024 at 9:00 AM in Dept No F3 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD FONTANA CA 92335 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE Pursuant to the Ca ifornia SelfService Storage Fac lity Act (B&P Code 21700et seq ) the undersigned wil se l at pub ic auction February 22nd 2024 on personal property nclud ng but not imited to bus ness equipment, e ectronics, furn ture, clothng tools and/or other misce laneous tems located at: A-AMERICAN SELF STORAGE (formerly known as Space Place) 220 W Val ey Blvd R a to CA 92376 @ 10AM v a Storageauct ons net STORED BY THE FOLLOWING PERSONS: Edward Cortez Si v a Veronica Medina Hernandez Monique Hogg Juan Sa gado Ashnley Navarro A l sales are subject to prior cance lation Terms rules and reguat ons avai ab e at sale By AAmer can Storage Management Co Inc (310)914-4022 Published R a to Record February 15 2024 R-647 NOTICE Extra Space Storage on behalf of itse f or its aff liates L fe Storage or Storage Express, w ll hold a public auct on to sat sfy Extra Space s l en by sel ing personal property belonging to those ndividua s isted below at the ocat on indicated 3285 N Locust Ave Rialto CA 92377 on March 6 2024 at 10:30 am Prisc lla Baustista; Mignon Burkha ter; Shanita Wil iams; Crystal D ng; John Richard Perez; Richard A len Hamic; Fab an Pena The auction wi l be isted and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced fac ity n order to complete the transact on Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property CN103821 03-06-2024 Publ shed R alto Record Feb 15, 2024 R-651 NOTICE Extra Space Storage on beha f of tself or ts affiliates Life Storage or Storage Express will hold a publ c auction to satisfy Extra Space s ien by se ling personal property be onging to those ind viduals listed be ow at the locat on ind cated Fac lity Address 13475 Basel ne Rd Fontana CA 92336 Date March 05 2024 Time of Sale 10:30 AM Brian Icamen; Mel ssa Gomez; Troy Tetelepta; Gina Wi liams; Brenda Stroh; Frank Coletto; Cody Pr ce; Abrion Tucker; Bradley W lber; Pete Garcia; Tony Cadena The auction wi l be listed and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash on y and pa d at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any b d and may rescind any purchase up unti the winning b dder takes possess on of the personal property CN104109 03-05-2024 Pub ished Rialto Record Feb 15 2024 R-654 58(b) of the California Probate Code or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a not ce under section 9052 of the California Probate Code Other California statutes and legal author ty may affect your rights as a creditor You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeab e in California law YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court If you are a person interested in the estate you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250 A Request for Special Not ce form is available from the court clerk Petitioner: Gabriel Cardenas Jimenez GABRIEL CARDENAS JIMENEZ 106 W PENNSYLVANIA AVE APT 409 RIALTO CA 92376 CN102296 ASCENCIO Published Rialto Record Feb 15 22 29 2024 R-649 NOTICE Extra Space Storage on behalf of itse f or its aff liates L fe Storage or Storage Express w ll hold a public auct on to satisfy Extra Space s l en by sel ing personal property belonging to those ndividua s isted below at the ocation ndicated Faci ity Address 13473 Foothi l Fontana CA 92335 Date March 6 2024 Time 10:45 AM Ar ene Newsom; Este a Peiriea; Michael Lee; Gerardo Gutierrez Jr; Ray Garcia; FRANK SALCIDO; JaNiece Hughes; O ivia Mat ey The auction wil be isted and advert sed on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced fac ity n order to complete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property CN104122 03-06-2024 Publ shed R alto Record Feb 15 2024 R-656 NOTICE Extra Space Storage w ll hold a public auct on to sell personal property described below beonging to those ind viduals l sted below at the location indicated: 18777 B oomington Ave B oomngton CA 92316 March 6 2024 at 9:45 AM Cidney Max e bed couch small l couch and boxes small fr dge tv; A e andro Agu rre; App iances, furniture, electronics c oth ng; Ash ey Grice Piano bed frames dressers, and boxes; Wendy Berrcoal Two whee cha rs and a couple of totes; Adr an Solor o boxes; Jose Jurado, Furniture/household items The auction w ll be listed and advert sed on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash on y and paid at the above referenced fac lity to complete the transaction Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possess on of the personal proper CN104250 03-06-2024 Pub ished Rialto Record Feb 15 2024 R-658 NOTICE Extra Space Storage on behalf of itself or its aff liates Life Storage or Storage Express, w ll hold a publ c auct on to satisfy Extra Space s l en by sel ing personal property be onging to those nd vidua s listed below at the ocat on indicated 14750 Footh ll B vd Fontana Ca 92335 March 5 2024 10:00 am Jonathan Sanchez; Brandon Mosley; Josh Bay; Joshua Rosalejos; Ashley Tomicic The auction w ll be l sted and advertised on w w w s t o r a g e t r e a s u r e s c o m Purchases must be made w th cash only and paid at the above referenced fac lity in order to complete the transact on Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property CN104113 03-05-2024 Publ shed Rialto Record Feb 15 2024 R-655 Inland Empire Community Newspapers We are now online! 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The WNED PBS original The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights, an engrossing documentary capturing the conflict between three national Black leaders at the turn of the 20th century over the pathway to Black liberation, will premiere during Black History Month on KVCR PBS
The film airs on Friday, February 16 at 9 p m Directed by Emmy® Award-winning and two-time Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Lawrence R Hott, the film shines a spotlight on the fight pitting sociologist W E B Du Bois and Boston newspaper publisher William Monroe Trotter against educator and orator Booker T Washington, then the de facto leader of Black America The Niagara Movement was also distributed to public television stations around the country by American Public Television on February 1
With commentary by prominent scholars and authors like Angela Jones, Aldon Morris, Amilcar Shabazz and Chad Williams, the hour-long film immerses viewers in the conflict between three prominent Black leaders in the early days of the 1900s While Washington had called the
idea of social equality for African-Americans “folly” and urged Blacks “to learn to dignify and glorify common labour,” the repressive Jim Crow laws and widespread lynching that sprung up at the end of Reconstruction pressed Du Bois and Trotter to oppose Washington’s conciliatory tact The duo helped summon Black intellectuals, clergy, writers, newspapermen and activists from across the country to Buffalo, New York, to plan next steps To avert disruption by Washington’s supporters, the group of 29 men ultimately met across the Niagara River in Fort Erie, Canada, where they formed a national crusade called The Niagara Movement which called for full rights for African Americans
“We refuse to allow the impression to remain that the Negro-American assents to inferiority, is submissive under oppression, and apologetic before insults,” the group asserted in its 1905 Declaration of Principles a sharp rebuke to Washington
The short-lived movement named to evoke the power of the nearby Niagara Falls and the “mighty current” of protest they hoped to generate set the tone for the modern American civil rights movement and inspired the formation of the NAACP
The Niagara Movement can currently be streamed on Buffalo Toronto Public Media’s YouTube Channel, the PBS app and theniagaramovement org The film, which premiered in November on WNED PBS, will re-air on the Buffalo-area station on Friday, Feb 9, at 10 p m
“We are pleased that KVCR PBS is making available this enlightening film which unearths so much history in the long and ongoing fight for civil rights stories, places and names that should be known by people throughout the U S and Canada,” said Tom Calderone, president & CEO of Buffalo Toronto Public Media
Additional information, educational resources and bonus materials can be found at www theniagaramovement org Follow WNED PBS on X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and Instagram (@wnedpbs)
Major funding for The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights was provided by The John R Oishei Foundation, with additional funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc - In Memory of Susan Howarth and Visit Buffalo Niagara
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The Niagra Movement is directed by filmmaker Lawrence R Hott