Category: Local & Community
SBCUSD Board of Education Honors Outstanding Individuals
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—On Tuesday, Oct. 17, the Board of Education presented the Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents and staff of Ramona-Alessandro and Lankershim Elementary Schools, Del Vallejo Leadership & STEAM Academy and Middle College High School (MCHS). The Board recognizes Outstanding Student Award winners to honor excellence in academics, athletics, fine arts, citizenship and…
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…
USDA Nutrition Incentives Improve Access to Healthy Food
WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced an investment of more than $52 million to improve dietary health and access to fresh fruits and vegetables for eligible families. The funds support efforts across three National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) competitive grant programs that make up the Gus Schumacher…
FIX THE 10: Governor Newsom Announces the 10 Freeway On Track to Reopen to Traffic in 3 to 5 Weeks
LOS ANGELES – Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles is on track to at least partially reopen to traffic in three to five weeks. The major artery that serves 300,000 vehicles daily closed in both directions this weekend after a fire caused significant damage to up to 100 support…
SBVC Pharmacy Technology department & Loma Linda University forge Pharmacy Doctorate pathway
(Nov. 2, 2023) SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – In a partnership that promises to transform the future of pharmacy education in the region, San Bernardino Valley College’s (SBVC) Pharmacy Technology department has joined forces with Loma Linda University’s (LLU) School of Pharmacy, creating a unique pathway for SBVC students to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)…
Safe Streets, Spooky Treats: OTS and Caltrans Promote Pedestrian Safety
Essential Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers this Halloween ELK GROVE, Calif. — October is widely anticipated for its Halloween festivities, but it also marks National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to emphasize the importance of pedestrian and driver awareness. With upcoming Halloween celebrations and increased foot traffic, the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and…
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…
Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector Announces Important Dates for Property Tax Payments
Property Tax Owners Should Submit the First Installment of Their Property Taxes Prior To Due Date to Avoid Penalties RIVERSIDE, CA – The Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector (TTC) Matthew Jennings is reminding residents and property owners of the upcoming deadlines for property tax payments. The first installment of property taxes is due on November 1,…
Sierra High is One of America’s Healthiest Schools
SAN BERNARDINO— San Bernardino City Unified School District’s (SBCUSD) Sierra High School has been recognized as one of America’s Healthiest Schools. The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a Clinton Foundation-funded organization that is dedicated to health and wellness in public schools. It has awarded the distinction to Sierra this week for its dedication to…
Black Professor Reveals Hidden Truth About California Community Colleges
Nationwide — Manu Ampim, a tenured professor of History and Africana Studies at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California, has revealed that the California Community College system, the largest educational system in the U.S. serving more than 1.8 million students, has omitted Africa in its curricula. He says that only 2 of the 116…
Clark Atlanta University’s School of Education Receives High Ranking on the U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools List
ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Clark Atlanta University’s School of Education has earned recognition on the U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools list released on April 25, 2023. “We are pleased to receive this recognition from U.S. News and World Report,” Dr. J. Fidel Turner, Jr., School of Education Dean, said. “The…
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…
Padilla Introduces Bill to Expand Access to Restaurant Meals Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) introduced the Meals for At-Risk Americans Act, which would streamline the application process and provide guidance to states for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Restaurant Meals Program. “Everyone deserves access to freshly cooked, nutritious meals, but for many vulnerable…
Book Club HQ 2-year Anniversary Honoring Black Liberation Spaces
Los Angeles, October 14th – Book Club Headquarters, home of the Noname Book Club and The Radical Hood Library will celebrate two years in the community. In those two years, the space has held all FREE community events and educational workshops such as open mic nights, birthwork training, harm reduction and narcan use, film screenings,…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Helps Protect Coachella Valley Farm Workers and Supports Communities Through Secured Donation
COACHELLA VALLEY—In response to the record-breaking heatwaves and the alarming rise in heat-related illnesses, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has stepped up to help the United Farm Workers Foundation and Coachella Valley farm working communities by receiving support for 200 double-wall vacuum insulated thermal flasks. These flasks, designed to keep liquids ice cold…
Temple Missionary Baptist Church invites the public to a FREE Seniors and Caregivers Workshop
Temple M.B. Church invites the public to our FREE Seniors and Caregivers Workshop. The topics will include: Senior Rights, Insurance, Veteran’s Benefits, Care Giving Resources, and more! The workshop date is Saturday October 21, 2023, 9:00am-12:00pm. Temple’s address: 1583 W. Union Street San Bernardino, CA 92411. Phone number: (909) 888-2038. Dr. Raymond W. Turner, Senior…
Corded Window Coverings are a Top Danger in the Home for Infants & Young Children
NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Corded window coverings are considered one of the top hidden hazards in the home, due to the potential strangulation hazard to young children. To increase awareness of this danger, October is recognized as Window Covering Safety Month. The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) and safety experts urge parents…
SB City Unified Superintendent Hosts Forums to Form Vision
SAN BERNARDINO – San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is seeking feedback from District employees, students, families, and community partners in order to identify and align key priorities for the District. “I’ve been spending time meeting with our staff, families, elected officials, community partners, groups and organizations so that together, we can start to…
Environmental Justice Community Forum Series (EJCFS) Addresses Critical Environmental Issues in Underserved Communities for Congressional Black Caucus and Congressional Hispanic Caucus
Washington, DC– The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) and Clean Fuels Alliance America (Clean Fuels) proudly announce the launch of the Environmental Justice Community Forum Series (EJCFS), a collaboration aimed at raising awareness and fostering dialogue on environmental justice (EJ) and the vital role of biodiesel in underserved or disadvantaged communities. The forum…
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…
SBCUSD Welcomes New Director of Communications, Strengthening Engagement and Communication Efforts
The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) announced the appointment of MaryRone Goodwin as the District’s new Director of Communications and Community Relations, effective Tuesday, Sept. 5. This cabinet-level position reflects the District’s commitment to building strong relationships with its education partners and furthering the goals and vision set forth by Superintendent Mauricio Arellano….
Stater Bros. Markets CEO Pete Van Helden Delivers Keynote Address at The Salvation Army 2023 Red Kettle Campaign
REDLANDS, CALIF.— Pete Van Helden, Stater Bros. Markets[NN1] [CMD2] Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board, will deliver the keynote address at the kickoff event for The Salvation Army’s Annual Red Kettle campaign. The “miracle” of Christmas is repeated through the joy of caring, sharing and donations to The Salvation Army’s Red Kettles. The…
LA County Library Now Taking Entries for 44th Annual Bookmark Contest
Calling All Creative Kids and Teens! Pick Up an Entry Form and Let Your Imagination Shine. LA COUNTY, CA – LA County Library’s 44th Annual Bookmark Contest for grades K – 12, which celebrates the joy of reading and creativity, kicks off today, September 5. Submissions will be accepted through October 21, 2023. Kids and…
High Desert Pearls to Host Black Tie Sneaker Gala Fundraiser to Aid Children and Families
The High Desert Pearls, an official interest group of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, will host its inaugural fundraising event, September 30, at the Dolphin Estates, 20365 Rancherias Road, Apple Valley, CA. “A Night Under The Stars, A Black Tie Sneaker Gala,” begins at 6 p.m., with food, networking and fun. In addition to raising…
