Category: Local & Community
RUHS Medical Center expands access to advanced care with new Heart, Neuro and Vascular Cath Lab
MORENO VALLEY, Ca.—Riverside University Health System—Medical Center celebrated the opening of its new state-of-the-art cath lab this week in a move that hospital officials say will expand services for heart and neurovascular patients in the region. “Our patients previously had to go to other hospitals for advanced procedures,” said Dr. Rajogopal Krishnan, chief of cardiology…
Senator Leyva: We Must Improve Disabled Veterans’ Access To Service Dogs
SB 312 Helps Disabled Veterans Readjust to Civilian Life and Stay Safe SACRAMENTO – Earlier today, Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) introduced legislation establishing a service animal assistance program providing support to disabled veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with the cost of acquiring and training service dogs. Specifically, SB 312 would require the…
“Unity in CommUNITY” 51st Annual Black History Parade and Expo
Presented By The Concerned Citizens For Development Of North Fontana & The Black Awareness Parade Committee The Concerned Citizens for the Development of North Fontana and The Black Awareness Parade Committee is pleased to announce Our 2019 Black History Parade and Expo in the City of Fontana, CA 92336. Save the date: Saturday, February 23,…
Agencies focus on Mojave Narrows protection
For the past two years, volunteers and local agencies have worked together to reduce the threat of wildfire along the Mojave Narrows. Non-native grasses and other plants have grown unchecked along the river bottom. Volunteers and crews from Pilot Rock Conservation Camp have made great inroads in removing invasive plants that can rapidly carry wildfire….
Regal’s Best Picture Film Festival Starts This Friday
Regal Festival Passes are only $35 and provide exclusive access to 7 nominated films KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 11, 2019 – Regal is proud to announce its annual Best Picture Film Festival will take place Friday, Feb. 15, through Sunday, Feb. 24, featuring all best picture nominees that played in Regal theatres in 2018. Festival passes…
“Images of Black Culture, Life, & History” at County Museum
Twenty-one African American artists featured in show recognizing Black History Month The San Bernardino County Museum, in partnership with the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce, Inland Cities, East, presents an exhibit featuring the fine art works of prominent African American artists from throughout Southern California to recognize Black History Month. “Images of Black Culture,…
Treasurer Fiona Ma Announces Spring Bond Sales of $6.34 Billion
SACRAMENTO – Newly elected California State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced today the upcoming sales of nine bond issues totaling approximately $6.34 billion. The sales begin the week of March 4th with $2.3 billion of general obligation bonds. “Significant portions of the general obligation bond sales will be to finance older debt at today’s lower rates,…
UP-TO-DATE CONTACT INFORMATION VITAL IN AN EMERGENCY
Parents/Guardians are Strongly Encouraged to Update Their Information for 2019 All families are encouraged to update their emergency contact information on file at their child’s school if they or other emergency contacts have moved or changed phone numbers or email addresses since August 2018. In an emergency, the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD)…
Garry Glenn Maxwell & Verlena Kay Maxwell Senior King & Queen 2019
The San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation, Inc. is happy to announce the crowning of Garry Glenn & Verlena Kay Maxwell on Friday, February, 1, 2019. They have been great volunteers in and around San Bernardino. The Maxwell’s have been coaching, training and mentoring youth in multiple sports since 2005, to include volleyball, basketball, football and…
Your Monthly Meetings and Updates
Upcoming Events Black Chamber of Commerce- High Desert Meeting will be February 18th 2019 Holiday Inn 15494 Palmdale Road Victorville, CA 6:00-8:00p.m. (760) 447-0039 Community Meeting SCLC High Desert Chapter will meet on Tuesday, January 28th 6:00-8:00p.m. The Fam Spot 16851 C Street Victorville, CA 92395 Don’t Miss 11th Annual High Desert Black History Celebration…
Saturday, February 9, 2019 SoCal Black Chamber of Commerce to Honor Female Mayor’s During Luncheon
In honor of Black History Month, the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce, Inland Cities East will be hosting its annual Black History Awards Luncheon and Fundraiser. Themed “This Woman’s Work” the luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2019 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. The luncheon will be held in the beautiful and historic Rezek…
Fontana: The Picture of Partnerships, Progress and Prosperity 2018 Annual Report
Fontana, Calif.- From grand openings to being named the Most Prosperous City in California, 2018 was a year of distinction for Fontana. For a complete overview of exciting projects completed in 2018, and for those planned in 2019 and beyond, view the annual report online at http://www.fontana.org. Highlights include: Department of Housing: Rosena Fountains Multi-Family…
Donations Needed For 16th Annual Mr. Cardinal City Ambassador Program
On April 13, 15 young men will compete for the chance to represent San Bernardino High School (SBHS) as Mr. Cardinal City 2019–2020. The contestants, all SBHS juniors, will take to the Sturges Center for the Fine Arts stage at 6 p.m. to demonstrate their community pride, school spirit, and charity work. Mr. Cardinal represents…
Community to Gather for Orange County School Choice Fair
SANTA ANA (Jan. 18, 2019) – Hundreds of educators and community members will gather at the fourth annual Orange County School Choice Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26. The family-friendly event will feature raffles, music, food and a student performance of the official National School Choice Week dance. Representatives from district…
New Book Festival returns to the Hesperia Branch Library
The San Bernardino County Library invites residents to the Hesperia Library for the Annual New Book Festival. Once again, thousands of new books will be available for patrons for the very first time. Be among the first to crack open one of these wonderful new titles. Come and celebrate literacy and meet Captain America, Wonder…
San Bernardino City Unified Students To Receive Home Visits Tuesday, January 29
WHO: SBCUSD Managers, Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden, and community leaders WHAT: During Operation Student Recovery, San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) managers and community leaders will visit the last-known address of students who have missed 10 percent or more of the current school-year-to-date. The…
Mayor Acquanetta Warren Appointed to Serve on League of California Cities’ Governance, Transparency and Labor Relations Policy Committee
Fontana, Calif.- Mayor Acquanetta Warren has been appointed to the League of California Cities’ Governance, Transparency and Labor Relations Policy Committee. As a committee member, Warren will assist in shaping the League’s policy positions on issues facing California cities and advocating for cities at the State Capitol. This committee is responsible for recommending to the…
Find Out What It’s Like To Be A School Principal
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a social worker? How about a teacher or maybe a negotiator? How about all three jobs at the same time? The District invites community members and business leaders to experience the rewards and challenges of leading a public school by participating in Principal for a…
Riverside City College student diagnosed with active tuberculosis; testing urged for some students, staff
A student at Riverside City College (RCC) has been diagnosed with active tuberculosis and Riverside County health officials are working with college representatives to identify students and staff who might have been exposed to the illness. The student is receiving treatment and is recovering. The student is not being identified due to confidentiality requirements. Riverside…
Akoma’s Get Clean in 2019 Prop 47/64 Expungement Clinics
Many in our community, on the West side of San Bernardino have expressed the need of post-conviction relief. We believe everyone deserves a second chance at a better future in spite of their low-level offense conviction history. It is this reason why Akoma has partnered with Assembly member Eloise Gomez-Reyes, Drug Policy Alliance, Starting Over,…
Educators Statewide Stand with Students & Teachers in Los Angeles on the First Day of Historic Strike
Wet winter weather didn’t dampen teachers’ commitment to students, more than 28,000 covered in ponchos, toting picket signs and umbrellas report to 900 district-wide picket lines SACRAMENTO – California Teachers Association President Eric C. Heins issued this statement from the picket line in Los Angeles representing CTA’s 325,000 members who are standing strong with their…
Fire Chief Mark Hartwig taking the reins in Santa Barbara County
San Bernardino County Fire Chief Mark Hartwig today accepted an offer to serve as fire chief for Santa Barbara County. After serving nearly eight years at the helm of the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, his final day with the district will be Feb. 15. “Building a team of leaders and succession has been…
Beautillion Knights Inspired to Live Life with Purpose!
On a beautiful sunny Sunday morning, Beautillion Knights spent time worshipping on January 13, 2019 at one of the former Beautillion Sir Knight’s church, Dr. Regional Woods, Senior Pastor of Life Changing Ministries (LCM). Dr. Woods who will be honored at the upcoming Martin Luther King Prayer Breakfast at Cal State San Bernardino on Monday,…
Travelers in Southern California Can Now Experience the SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Bernardino
San Bernardino, California (January 15, 2019) – The SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Bernardino South recently opened its doors in San Bernardino, California, and invites travelers to experience one of the fastest growing hotel brands in the industry – the SureStay Hotel Group®. The SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Bernardino South…
Honoring Charley & Evelyn Glasper For Their Years Of Public Service
ADELANTO, CA. Charley and Evelyn Glasper will be honored for their years of public service to the City of Adelanto, and the High Desert. This couple has served, mentored, and dedicated their lives to advancing the interest of the local residents for many years. Mr. Charley Glasper is retiring from the Adelanto City Council after…
