Category: Community News
“Giving the Gift of Christmas” 2-Day Event: A Festive Celebration for the Unhoused Community
San Bernardino, CA- Tues, Dec 19th, 2023 & Wed, Dec 20th, 2023 Our organization, Women’s Inspirational Network (W.I.N.) has collaborated with Couture Events to invite community leaders and members as the holiday season approaches. Together, we are thrilled to announce the “Giving the Gift of Christmas” 2 Day Event, a heartfelt initiative to bring warmth,…
Sixth Ward -Kimberly Calvin Councilmember Goes Above And Beyond To Bring Tri-State To Communities Creating A Thriving Society Where Equality Prevails
SAN BERNARDINO, Cali- So, it is rather easy to forget that humanity and optimism still exist in the world. If you can’t single-handedly solve global problems, it doesn’t mean you can’t make a difference in the world. Kimberly Calvin (a.k.a Mama Kim) believes in equality for all people and has brought Tri-state Community Healthcare to…
The Gift of Sober Driving: Tips to Celebrate Responsibly
OTS and Caltrans Encourage You to Plan Ahead for Safer Holiday Travels ELK GROVE, Calif. — With the holiday season just around the corner, the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) are committed to raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving so that Californians travel safely during…
Join Us December 16, 2023, for The Miss Black Awareness Scholarship Pageant
The finalists of the Miss Black Awareness Scholarship Pageant enjoyed a fun sisterhood day bowling, sponsored by Bolero Bowling Alley. Save the date for the 55th Miss Black Awareness Scholarship Pageant, and join us December 16th, doors open at 5p.m. at Historic Landmark Theater on 8443 Nuevo Avenue, Fontana CA 92335.
Emmanuel Temple Church Celebrates Veteran’s Day
Honors Local Veterans Ray Gray and Jack Brown VICTORVILLE, CA- November 11, 2023 -On Saturday November 11, 2023, Emmanuel Temple Church celebrated Veteran’s Day honoring local veterans. A group of black veterans and church members gathered as they shared their stories. Each one had a unique journey of courage, resilience and triumph. From the…
CalFresh Households Can Receive Replacement Benefits for Food Lost due to Highland Fire
Impacted Riverside County residents have until Nov.28 to report food loss RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. —CalFresh households in the communities of Anza and Aguanga, which experienced food losses due to the Highland Fire and used benefits to purchase that food have until Nov. 28 to report the losses and request replacement benefits. The state recently approved…
OP-ED: Dr. Henry Louis Gates’ Black History Podcast Wins Deserved 2023 Webby Award
By A. Peter Bailey Even though some elected officials attempt to rewrite history and remove from school curriculums painful chapters ranging from slavery to George Floyd, there has been a renewed interest in the stories and figures that shaped the Black community and, in turn, the nation. One of the few retrospectives that has so…
The 7 Deadliest Diseases in the Black Community
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that there are several deadly diseases that strike Blacks harder and more often than they do other groups, particularly whites. What are the ones affecting us the most? And more importantly, how can we better fight back? First, let’s look at why these disparities exist: Why These Disparities? Genes….
League of Women Voters, San Bernardino Honored Community Leaders and Organizations at 48th Annual Citizen of Achievement and Civic Engagement Ceremony
League of Women Voters, San Bernardino celebrated their 48th annual Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement Ceremony honoring community leaders and organizations on a beautiful Sunday, October 8, 2023, at the Sterling Natural Resource Center in Highland, CA. Honorees included Francine Cepeda Blacksher in recognition for being the founder of Pacific Islander Graduate Recognition…
LWVSB Citizens Of Achievement And Civic Engagement Awards October 8, 2023, At 2:00 p.m.
The League of Women Voters, San Bernardino Area (LWVSB), celebrating its 68th Anniversary, will be honoring five individuals and three community organizations in the League’s annual award ceremony. This year, the 48th ceremony will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Sterling Natural Resource Center, 25318 5th…
Governor signs Ramos measure in honor of dedicated public servant
Rialto Firefighter to be honored with highway designation SACRAMENTO—The Ayala Drive overcrossing on State Route 210 in San Bernardino County will be renamed in honor of longtime City of Rialto firefighter, Scott “Buckshot” Schwingel, who died of job-related colon cancer. President of the Rialto Professional Firefighters Local 3688 Earl Meredith said, “By dedicating the…
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino receives a $70,000 Nourishing Neighbors grant from Albertsons and Vons Foundation’s Breakfast for Kids Program!
(Riverside, Calif – June 8, 2023) – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) received a $70,000 grant from the Albertsons and Vons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors Program. The grant was provided by the Albertsons Vons Foundation and will be used to provide the summer meals project, which aims to provide breakfast items and other non-perishable…
Kaiser Permanente Partners with Think Together For Student Well-Being
Kaiser Permanente has provided Think Together with $129,500 in grant funding to train staff in trauma-informed care strategies at programs across the Bay Area, San Gabriel Valley, Santa Fe Springs, and the Inland Empire. Through the grants, more than 10,000 students at 133 schools will benefit from trained staff equipped to support them in their…
Southern California Education Leaders to Address Inequities and Remove Barriers for BIPOC Students, Parents, and Staff
The first ‘Learn.Lead.Liberate’ conference will be held on July 27th WHAT: The 21st Century California School Leadership Academy (21CSLA) and the Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) will host a one-day conference for Southern California education leaders in Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties to discuss ways to create educational environments that work…
City of Rialto Receives $2 Million Grant for Lake Rialto Project
“Support for this model of an urban water stewardship project is something all of our elected policymakers should be advocating. This needs to be at the forefront of their priorities,” said Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson. Rialto, Calif. – _The City of Rialto receives $2 million in federal funding to support its Lake Rialto habitat project….
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Annual curbing hunger event raised awareness about food insecurity and recognized community volunteers
(Riverside, CA – March 10, 2023) – On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) hosted their annual Curbing Hunger event, formally known as the Ladles of Love luncheon. This in-person lunch was for community partners, volunteers, board members, and donors. A special thanks to the fantastic sponsors Molina Healthcare, Enterprise…
“Celebrating Black Excellence” at CSUSB BFSSA 10th Annual Pioneer Breakfast
Black History Month Celebration commenced at California State University, San Bernardino Campus with Black Faculty, Staff, and Student Association presenting scholarships to deserving students, honoring emerging leader Prince Ogidipke, presenting village awards to Kiana Webb, Dr. Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers, Kim Carter, Social Lites, Inc., Westside Action Group, Kimberly Calvin, and Terrance Stone. The Lorraine Frost Award…
Red Cross Responds to Southern California Storms
Volunteers Support Around-the-Clock Relief Effort REDLANDS, Calif. — February 27, 2023 — In response to mountain-area road closures caused by winter weather, the American Red Cross of San Bernardino County has opened a shelter at Redlands East Valley High School (31000 E Colton Ave). Volunteers are available to assist residents unable to return to their…
DWR Awards $46 Million to Help Communities Statewide Improve Water Supply Reliability, Groundwater Recharge and Water Use Efficiency
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources (DWR) today announced grant awards to nine projects in six counties through the Urban Community Drought Relief Grant program. The $46 million in financial assistance will provide critical support to implement drought relief projects that build long-term drought and climate resilience in communities across the State, and…
What to do if your child runs away or is missing?
Saved In America Advisory Board Member and Parent Advocate Paul Foley, explains what every parent needs to know if a child is missing, runs away or has been trafficked. (February 13, 2023) – On Feb 17, 2018, we received a call from the Foster Home that our daughter was living in Bakersfield CA, stating that…
Omnitrans CEO/GM Named Woman of the Year
(San Bernardino, CA) Omnitrans CEO/General Manager Erin Rogers has been named “Woman of the Year” by the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) – Inland Empire chapter. “It is an honor to be acknowledged for my work in the industry I have dedicated my career to and have Omnitrans recognized for the strategic and important work the…
The State Of California Launches Boost Up/Stay Well And Boost Our Health Covid-19 Campaigns
Both Campaigns are Part of On-Going Outreach to the Black and African American Community SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The state of California has launched two campaigns designed to engage the Black and African American community by providing information about COVID-19 vaccines and boosters and opportunities to get boosted through January 2023. Shot of Faith returns with…
Hope Lutheran Church of Riverside donated 10% of their property sale net proceeds to Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino
(Riverside, CA – November 29, 2022) – Hope Lutheran Church of Riverside has served the community of Riverside for the past sixty years and counting. On Tuesday, November 15, they donated 10% of the net proceeds of the sale from their property to Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB), a longtime partner in our…
The San Bernardino MLK Day Parade & Extravaganza Returns to San Bernardino’s Westside in Celebration of Dr. King’s Birthday
SAN BERNARDINO, CA-San Bernardino Calif. Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce brings back The San Bernardino MLK Day Parade & Extravaganza in celebration of Dr. King’s birthday on Monday January 16th, 2023, at 11:00 AM. The Parade starts at Graciano Gomez Elementary School at Mt. Vernon and Baseline and continues west on Baseline ending…
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Receives over $128,000 given by the Nourishing Neighbors Grant from Albertsons/Vons Foundation’s Breakfasts for Kids Fundraiser
(Riverside, CA – November 16, 2022) – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) received a $128,288 grant from Albertsons/Vons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbor Program. The grant was provided from funds donated by generous customers at checkout in September and will be used to ensure every child in the Inland Empire gets access to a healthy…