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This project will involve dig outs, slurry seal operations, striping, and installation of safety rumble strips on the inside and outside of the lanes in both directions, weather permitting.

The project was awarded to VSS International of Sacramento. Crews will be working in and near Aguanga and Anza on SR-371 from the junction of SR-79 and SR-371 to the junction of State Route 74 and SR-371. The project length is 20.67 miles.

Construction will begin this coming week on Aug. 14 and will occur Mondays through Fridays from from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. with occasional weekend work.

SR-371 will remain open for the duration of the project. One way traffic control with flagging and pilot vehicles will be in place. Motorists must wait for the pilot vehicle to escort them through the construction zone. Expect delays up to 15 minutes. There may be intermittent, short term closures for equipment relocation and construction staging purposes. No long term closures are planned.

Murrieta, Wildomar

Caltrans alerts the public that some night work construction will still be taking place by contractors near Murrieta Hot Springs Road to Bundy Canyon Road, weather permitting. Nighttime work will occur Aug. 11 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. with the work will ending Saturday morning, Aug.12 on the I-15. Work includes upgrading facilities to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Please note, various lane and ramp closures will occur in the project zone. Watch for signage alerting motorists of upcoming lane closures and construction zone.

Whitewater While Caltrans announced it will be installing the ZEV charging stations on Interstate 10 at the Whitewater Rest Stop and the other rest stops, materials for the project have been delayed.

But when work begins on the $4.9 million project, Whitewater near Banning will be the first to be worked on, When it does begin the hours of operation will be 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. No lane or ramp closures are expected on a regular basis but may take place intermittently to move equipment into the rest areas. The new ZEV charging stations will utilize a portion of the existing parking lot. Use caution when around the work area.

Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com

Three killed in Cal Fire helicopter midair collision over Cabazon

City News Service

Special to the Valley News

Three men were killed in a midair collision between two Cal Fire helicopters over Cabazon while engaged in firefighting operations, eliciting condolences from the governor and others on Monday, Aug. 7.

“On behalf of all Californians, our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies are with the loved ones, friends and Cal Fire colleagues mourning the loss of Assistant Chief (Josh) Bischof, fire Capt. (Tim) Rodriguez and pilot (Tony) Sousa,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said.

“This terrible tragedy is a reminder of the dangers our courageous firefighters face daily while working to keep our communities safe. We owe them our deepest respect and gratitude and will always honor their bravery and sacrifices.”

Riverside County Supervisor Manuel Perez, whose Fourth District encompasses Cabazon, said he was saddened to learn of the loss of “three members of our fire service (who) perished protecting us from fire.”

“It is a horrible tragedy when those who serve the community do not return home to their families,” he said. “I pray for their families and the rest of Riverside County Fire Department.”

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“I decided in college that teaching was the career that I wanted to go into because I wanted to teach children in a way they can grow into kind, healthy, respectable and loving adults,” Romero said. “I want to make a difference in assisting in the development of those who will go on to construct the world and improve it for us, them and the generations to follow.”

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She loves working with children overall and said she wants to take on the challenges that come with ensuring special education students have their educational needs met.

“I knew teaching was my calling because I wanted to meet the needs of all the students and have a better understanding of the children,” Romero said. “Creating lessons where children should be exposed to things that are appealing to the eye is important; it should inspire engagement and interest. Selecting materials that validate and empower children from all racial, ethnic and social

Agencies throughout the region expressed similar sentiments.

Murrieta Fire & Rescue posted to social media, sending “deepest condolences” to the family, friends and colleagues of the fallen crew.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you,” the agency said.

From the Palm Springs Fire Department: “Our heartfelt condolences for the line-of-duty deaths of two Cal Fire firefighters and a contract pilot. This tragedy has left us deeply shaken and mourning the loss of our brave colleagues.”

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department posted a Facebook message, saying, “On behalf of the entire sheriff’s office, we extend our deepest sympathy to the families (of the fallen).”

The Orange County Fire Authority posted a message offering condolences. “Our hearts are with our Cal Fire family and all the loved ones, friends and colleagues impacted by this tragic loss,” the agency said.

The crash happened Sunday evening, Aug. 6 near Pipeline Road and Apache Trail, according to sheriff’s officials.

“We have lost three great individuals,” Cal Fire Southern Region Chief Dave Fulcher told reporters during an emotional briefing Monday morning.

The Bell 407 and Sikorsky S-64E collided while conducting backgrounds is also important.”

Rose Soza Gonzalez graduated from Arizona State University with her bachelor’s degree of arts in filmmaking practices. She was a member of the National Honor Society. She plans to continue her education for a master’s degree in fine arts and strive towards a career goal of being a photographer for the NBA and also work as a freelance screenwriter.

“Growing up, college was always a goal for me, especially being a first-generation student,” Soza Gonzalez said. “I always knew that I was going to get my degree in something creative. Photography was my first introduction to film and beyond. I got my first camera on my 15th birthday and started taking pictures right away. I struggled in school from an early age, therefore, being creative was an outlet for me to express myself and show my knowledge in a different way.”

She said that writing didn’t become a strength for her until college and now it has become a great passion of hers, having grown her writing in all forms while continuing to grow her operations connected with the “Broadway Fire,” which scorched about 20 acres in the area of Broadway Street and Esperanza Avenue. screenwriting skills with hopes that she can someday have a published film or show.

The Bell was piloted by Sousa, 55, with Bischof, 46, and Rodriguez, 44, serving in observational capacities, according to Fulcher. The helicopter crashed on a hillside, killing all three aboard. The crash caused a fouracre fire that was quickly knocked down, Fulcher said.

The Sikorsky, which was occupied by two people, landed without incident after the impact.

The Skycrane, which was dispatched to the area two months ago for the duration of Southern California Wildfire Season, was making drops over the blaze.

It was not immediately clear why the choppers were not positioned at safer distances or altitudes. Cabazon lies within the San Gorgonio Pass, with arching terrain both north and south, limiting maneuverability.

“Although this was a tragic event, it could have been worse,” Fulcher said.

He said the two helicopters were among a half-dozen aircraft sent to the blaze.

National Transportation Safety Board investigators initiated a preliminary investigation Monday.

Since graduation, Soza Gonzalez has been working at a nonprofit organization that serves adults who have intellectual disabilities. She is their social media content creator/ still photographer. She has fallen in love with working in social media and with the organization and knows it’s a good steppingstone to the film industry.

In closing, members of the Tribal Council reiterated the importance of recognizing the accomplishments of all the Tribal youth that were honored at the ceremony.

“The support given by the Tribe will help to ensure their success in the future,” they said. “Thank you all for taking the time to show your individual support. Good luck to our recent graduates as they begin the next step of their lives. And lastly, good luck to the middle and high school students who will be returning to school this fall. We hope to see you all again next year to celebrate your accomplishments.”