The City of Rialto, in collaboration with American Legion Post 422 and the San Bernardino Valley Young Marines, will host its 22nd Annual Memorial Day Tribute on Monday, May 26, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Rialto Park Cemetery.
This year’s tribute will honor the nation’s fallen service members with a program led by Edward J. Carrillo, City Treasurer and U.S. Marine veteran, and Ralph Figueroa,
U.S. Army veteran, SVA National Student Veteran of the Year, and San Bernardino County Veterans Advisory Committee Commissioner.
According to Deputy City Clerk Maria Rodriguez, the keynote address will be delivered by Octavio Sanchez, a Marine Corps veteran and Director of Frontsight Military Outreach. A Fontana resident and father of five, Sanchez served as a machine gunner, squad leader, and marksmanship instructor during his military career. He now dedicates his life to guiding fellow veterans through the challenges
of post-service life by helping them find purpose through faith.
The event, set against the backdrop of the American flag and solemn headstones, carries a reminder echoed in the program’s featured quote: “This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.”
The tribute will be held at Rialto Park Cemetery, 200 N. Willow Ave. For more information, contact the Rialto City Clerk’s Office at (909) 820-2519.
Rialto High’s Carrington Davis Named 2025 Ken Hubbs Female Athlete of the Year
The Ken Hubbs Award is among the most prestigious honors a high school athlete can receive in San Bernardino County — and on Monday night, Rialto High School’s Carrington Davis joined that distinguished legacy. Davis was named the 2025 Ken Hubbs Female Athlete of the Year, becoming the first athlete from the Rialto Unified School District to receive the honor since 2013. A standout basketball player headed to UC Davis on scholarship, Davis was one of 26 female nominees from high schools
across the San Bernardino area. The prestigious honor, presented annually by the Ken Hubbs Foundation, recognizes the top senior male and female student-athletes who exemplify excellence in athletics, academics, leadership, and character.
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bagpipe at Rialto’s Memorial Day Tribute in 2024.
PHOTO RUSD Rialto High School's Carrington Davis smiles as she accepts the 2025 Ken Hubbs Female Athlete of the Year Award on May 12 at Indian Springs High School.
PHOTO RUSD Carrington Davis (center) poses with family, coaches, and supporters after being named the 2025 Ken Hubbs Female Athlete of the Year.
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Rialto’s Chief of Police Mark Kling and officers at the moving event in May 2024.
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- “The award means a lot to me,” Davis said, smiling while holding the trophy shaped in the likeness of Ken Hubbs. “It's a blessing. It just shows that everything that I've been doing and working towards it just all paid off.”
Past honorees include Olympic marathoner Ryan Hall, NFL Hall of Famer and Eisenhower High School grad Ronnie Lott, and reigning NFL Rookie of the Year and Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels.
Established in 1964, the Ken Hubbs Award honors Kenneth Douglass Hubbs, a Colton High multi-sport star who went on to play for the Chicago Cubs.
Known for his leadership, humility, and integrity, Hubbs was named National League Rookie of the Year and earned a Gold Glove Award in 1962 before tragically dying in a plane crash at just 22 years old. The award in his name celebrates high school seniors in San Bernardino County who embody his spirit — not just in sports, but in academics and community involvement.
Since 2012, the foundation has honored both a male and female recipient each year. Davis shared the spotlight with Yucaipa High School’s Will McHargue, who was named the 2025 Ken Hubbs Boys Athlete of the Year.
The Knights’ basketball star is just the fifth student from the Rialto Unified School District to receive the Ken Hubbs Award, joining an elite group that includes Ronnie Lott (Eisenhower, 1977), Glen Thompkins (Eisenhower, 1994), Walter Dowing (Rialto, 1998), and Kenny Clark Jr. (Carter, 2013), now a defensive lineman for the Green Bay Packers.
Other RUSD student-athletes recognized at the 61st annual event included Aidan Keo and Andrea Ruelas from Eisenhower High School, Jordan McKinney and Mia Soto from Carter High School, and Matthew Woods from Rialto High School.
During the ceremony, Carrie Gilbreth — CEO of Westbound Communications and daughter of Kordyak Elementary’s namesake Nancy Kordyak — took the stage to read Davis’ long list of accomplishments. As Gilbreth moved through the achievements, Davis began to realize she was this year’s honoree. When her name was announced, she rose from her seat, hugged her family, and accepted the award to a wave of applause.
“I have to thank my family, they have been such a big part of everything that I've done,” Davis said. “So without them, none of this would be possible.”
The four-year varsity starter has earned her place in Rialto High School history. She led the Knights to a historic CIF-Southern Section Division 4AA championship in 2023 and was named the division’s Player of the Year.
In her senior season, she surpassed the 2,000-point mark and averaged 20.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 4.4 steals per game. Under her leadership, the program soared from a 3-17 record before her arrival to an astonishing 96-16 mark over her four-year career.
Off the court, Davis holds a 3.32 GPA and is known throughout campus for her leadership and community service. She mentors younger student-athletes and contributes regularly to school and district events.
“Carrington’s a hard worker, and this is a reward for all the years she’s put in,” said Rialto High School Athletic Director Troy Holland, who nominated Davis for the award. “This type of recognition is letting you know that all the work you did means something. She’s not just a special athlete, she’s a special person. She's always working in the community and she helps around the school a lot. She helps with the other student-athletes. Being a helpful person, being an athlete, and being a good student — that’s Carrington.”
The hard work hasn’t stopped, either, as Davis prepares to play college basketball at UC Davis next season.
Davis continues to train daily with her dad and brother, rising before dawn — 4:30 a.m. according to Davis — to prepare for the next chapter. She’s excited for college life and the chance to play at the next level — but she knows the journey isn’t over.
“I’m still working out, still in my groove,” she said. “I’m definitely looking forward to moving on to college life, playing basketball at the next level, and furthering my education.”
Throughout the ceremony, the audience was reminded that Ken Hubbs Award winners aren’t just defined by what they did in high school — they go on to make an impact in all areas of life.
For Davis, the award isn’t just a trophy — it’s a sign of how far she’s come, and the legacy she’s just beginning to build.
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Porta-Potty Stolen in Broad Daylight, Found in San Bernardino Homeless Encampment
By Manny Sandoval
Aporta-potty placed outside The Enterprise Building in downtown San Bernardino to combat public urination and defecation was stolen just after 6 a.m. on May 11—hauled off in a U-Haul by two individuals captured on surveillance cameras.
Business owner Alan Stanly says his team was alerted by on-site security at 6:20 a.m., and footage confirmed the theft at 6:16 a.m.
“We had a camera on the porta-potty, and they stole it in broad daylight,” said Stanly. “We got clear images of the two thieves and their license plate, and police sent out a CSO officer right away. We handed everything over.”
The next day, May 12, officers visited The Enterprise Building to collect further details and begin the search. A local muralist who had previously cleaned graffiti off of the toilet recognized it at an encampment near 13th and E streets—close to the McDonald’s Museum.
“He noticed the same graffiti tags and unique markings. He knew we were looking for it and spotted it near a large encampment,” Stanly said.
Stanly emphasized the absurdity and urgency of the theft. “If ever you wondered whether there's value in a porta-potty—someone literally stole a full one, on its side, loaded into a UHaul,” he said. “That’s proof of demand.”
The porta-potty, originally placed by the City of San Bernardino for the March 2025 Beyond Wonderland rave, significantly reduced waste issues near Stanly’s property. “We used to get 75 people urinating on our building per rave weekend. With the toilet placed, that dropped to two,” he said.
Following the event, the toilet remained in place for public use, averaging 10 to 20 uses per week. “People used it not just for bathroom needs, but to change clothes, look in a mirror, and groom themselves,” Stanly added. “It gave people dignity. We see that during our Friday homeless outreach—people speak up about how important it is to have that kind of access.”
Stanly expressed frustration with city inaction, particularly with District 1 Councilmember Theodore Sanchez.
“I’ve sent over 50 emails and texts showing people urinating in our parking structure and defecating near our building since we took ownership in 2017,” he claims. “Those same stains are still there. Councilman Sanchez no longer returns my calls.”
In response to Stanly’s concerns, Councilman Sanchez issued a written statement on May 12. He claims:
“I have been supportive and committed to ensuring our downtown area is kept clean, safe, and ready for investment. My advocacy for a downtown cleanup crew, promotion of multiple projects to liven up the downtown area, and strong support of safer parking structures (to include encouraging staff to restore lighting in our garages) is well known and my votes during council meetings attest to this.”
Sanchez also addressed the biohazard concerns voiced by business owners like Stanly.
“I have been vocal in expressing my concerns and seeking solutions to this challenging problem that is not unique to San Bernardino. One of those solutions has been looking at increasing our pressure washing efforts and adding restrooms in our downtown square. In fact, the use of portable restrooms was a concept discussed that I was glad to see happen. It is unfortunate it was stolen but glad it was retrieved so that our pilot program testing out the use of portable restrooms can continue.”
He concluded with an optimistic outlook for downtown.
“I would welcome anyone to walk along the California Theater and Regal Cinema corridor and see the type of improvements that are coming—from solar lighting, to improved pavement on our streets and increased pressure washing, and the implementation of fun art in the downtown area. I have been super supportive of these efforts and my record can attest to this.”
Still, Stanly says his concerns remain unmet. “It’s the city’s responsibility. Human waste is a biohazard—there’s hepatitis and AIDS in feces,” he said. “Business owners aren’t trained to clean that. I can’t have brides stepping through it on their wedding day just to enter my building’s event space.”
While San Bernardino has a city-maintained restroom located under the Court Street Square stairs near City Hall, Stanly says it’s been locked and closed for years.
He suggests looking to Sacramento, which since 2020 has implemented a fortified public restroom solution called the “Portland Loo.” These facilities are designed with anti-vandalism features, durable construction, and visibility slats to discourage misuse. Sacramento has installed them in high-traffic areas like Cesar Chavez Plaza and public parks.
According to Sacramento City Express and ABC10, the Portland Loo program aims to:
Improve restroom access for residents, ▪ workers, and unhoused individuals
Alleviate the burden on local businesses to ▪ accommodate non-customers
Prevent vandalism and reduce maintenance ▪ costs
Enhance cleanliness and public health in ▪ shared spaces
Although the long-term effectiveness is still under review, the Sacramento City Council continues to invest in these restrooms, recognizing their role in improving sanitation and public perception.
Stanly believes San Bernardino could follow suit. “This isn’t just a homeless issue—it’s a public health crisis. If the city wants investment and tourism, people need a place to go,” he said. “One porta-potty made a difference.”
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The Enterprise Building’s security camera system capturing a loaded porta-potty being stolen by two men at 6 AM on May 11th, 2025.
What’s the cache?: Modern Day Book Banning
By KD Aguilar, Arroyo Valley High School student
During the early 1600s, America was in the midst of European colonization. The very first European settlement was established in 1607 in Jamestown, Virginia. The rising English establishments in America caused great tension between religious ideals as well as cultural conflict so immensely that in 1637, the Puritan government in Quincy, Massachusetts began taking action in fulfilling their ideal.
The Puritan ideal was a deeply religious and morally focused way of life centered on the belief that individuals should live in accordance with God’s will and the principles of the Bible. Because of this, the Puritan government banned the first Thomas Morton’s New English Canaan.
Published in 1637, the book was a harsh critique of Puritan customs and power structures in the Massachusetts Bay colony. The New English Canaan consisted of a three-volume work of history, natural history, satire, and poetry by the lawyer and New England colonist Thomas Morton.
The book and its author were condemned and ridiculed throughout the 19th century until American author Nathaniel Hawthorne presented Morton's colony in a positive light in his short story The May-Pole of Merry Mount, published in 1832. Nowadays, there are only 16 known copies of New English Canaan extant, held in museums and institutions mostly in the United States, and any other unknown copies at large are considered among the most valuable books in the antiquarian market.
Although the now classic book on early colonial life is greatly admired by historians, a new wave of book censorship and attempts to ban books have made an appearance especially under President Trump’s inauguration. Trump’s direct ban on “teaching ‘gender ideology’ and ‘critical race theory’ in the classroom” marks a new lead in the censorship battles.
The challenges surrounding book censorship and banned books in modern society are multifaceted and deeply concerning. Despite increased awareness and advocacy for intellectual freedom, we witness a disturbing surge in attempts to remove or restrict access to books, particularly in schools and libraries. These challenges often target works by or about marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color, raising serious concerns about representation and inclusivity.
In the month of February 2025, the “Big Five” publishing houses: Penguin Random House, Hachette Book Group, HarperCollins, Macmillan Publishers and Simon & Schuster, filed a joint lawsuit challenging the banning of books in U.S. schools and libraries. Their suit specifically chal-
lenges Idaho's House Bill 710 which requires libraries to move materials considered harmful to children to an area for adults only, as well as forbidding anyone under 18 from accessing library books with “sexual content.” Classic novels like Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Maya Angelou’s I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, and Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye are among the ‘harmful’ books being banned under the Idaho’s House Bill.
The Idaho lawsuit is in fact the third historic lawsuit Penguin Random House has initiated against book banning in just over a year. Dr. Sarah Mokrzycki (lecturer, College of Arts, business, law, education and IT) states, “It follows a 2023 lawsuit by Penguin Random House and PEN America (as well as five authors and two parents) against a Florida school board and district. PEN America called it a ‘first-of-its-kind’ challenge to unlawful censorship.”
This earlier lawsuit argued the removal or restriction of books about “race, racism and LGBTQ identities,” and those by non-white and/or LGBTQ authors, violated the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment (protecting free speech) and the Equal Protection clause of the 14th Amendment.
In many cases, individuals misinterpret homosexuality and queerness to be inherently sexual and predatory when in reality it is simply sexual orientation and people’s identity. In December 2023 in Iowa, a federal judge temporarily blocked key parts of the law due to go into effect that would ban books from school libraries if they depicted sexual acts. The law signed by Republican Governor Kim Reynolds also bars teachers from discussing gender identity and sexuality before seventh grade.
The challenges surrounding book censorship and banned books are profoundly important because they directly impact intellectual freedom and the ability of individuals to access a wide spectrum of ideas and perspectives, which are fundamental to a thriving democratic society.
Restricting access to books, particularly those by or about marginalized communities, limits opportunities for intellectual growth, hinders the development of empathy and understanding towards diverse experiences, and undermines the efforts of educators and librarians to provide a comprehensive and inclusive education.
Furthermore, these actions can disproportionately affect underrepresented groups by silencing their voices and making their experiences invisible, while also creating a chilling effect that discourages the exploration of challenging or controversial topics. Ultimately, the fight against book censorship is a defense of the freedom to read, learn, and think critically, ensuring that all members of society have the opportunity to engage with a broad range of narratives and develop into informed and engaged citizens.
Banning Woman Killed in Single Vehicle Collision with Power Pole in Route to Redlands Hospital
By Redlands PD
An 83-year-old Banning woman was killed in a single-vehicle collision on Barton Road, west of Alabama Street, Wednesday morning, May 7.
Redlands Police and Firefighter/Paramedics responded shortly after 11 a.m. Wednesday to the report of a single vehicle that had collided into a power pole. Another driver stopped and attempted to render aid but could not locate a pulse.
Arriving officers confirmed the driver and sole occupant of the 1990 Chevrolet 2500 pickup truck was unresponsive without a pulse. Fire Department paramedics attempted life-saving efforts, but the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigation indicated that the driver was traveling west on Barton Road from Alabama Street. As the road curved in the 1600 block of Barton Road, the vehicle continued to drive
straight, off the road and into a Southern California Edison power pole at about 40 mph. Investigators believe she may have suffered a medical emergency prior to the collision. The accident remains under investigation.
Westbound traffic on Barton Road was blocked west of Alabama Street for approximately five hours.
Anyone with information regarding crime or suspicious activity is asked to contact Redlands Police Dispatch at (909) 7987681 ext. 1.
Certain non-emergency crimes may also be reported online using the Redlands Police Department’s CopLogic reporting system at www.cityofredlands.org/reportcrime. Suspicious activity and tips can be reported using the City of Redlands 311 mobile app available for Android, iPhones, and iPads.
Twenty-One Contacted And Two Arrested During Colton Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Operation
By Colton PD
On May 6, 2025, the Colton Police Department held a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Officers focused their enforcement efforts on main thoroughfares throughout the city. During the operation, a total of 21 individuals were contacted.
Three individuals received citations for various traffic-related offenses, and two were apprehended for outstanding arrest warrants.
Chief A. Vega stated, “Safety is a collective responsibility, and drivers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of all road users. We hope this operation serves as a valuable reminder to everyone to exercise caution and look out for one another.”
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Redlands Artist Selected for Prestigious Gold Medal Art Exhibition
Community News
Local artist Leona Gamble has been selected to exhibit her work in the 114th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition hosted by the California Art Club, one of the nation’s most historic and respected art organizations. The juried exhibition will take place at the VEFA Gallery, located at 21825 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, California, from June 11 through Aug. 9, 2025.
An exclusive artist reception will be held at the gallery on Sunday, June 8, and a Collectors’ Circle preview brunch is scheduled for Saturday, June 7.
“I’m honored to be part of this year’s Gold Medal Exhibition,” said Gamble. “It’s a privilege to show my work alongside such talented artists who are carrying forward the legacy of traditional fine art in California.”
Known for her contemplative oil paintings that blend contemporary realism with natural symbolism, Gamble’s work explores themes of emotional depth, transformation and connection to the environment. In addition to her inclusion in this juried exhibition, her paintings have recently been featured in American Art Collector and Fine Art Connoisseur magazines.
Now in its 114th year, the California Art Club’s Gold Medal Exhibition continues a legacy that dates back to 1909, showcasing the best in contemporary-traditional painting, drawing and sculpture. This year's event at VEFA Gallery offers the public an opportunity to view and collect original works rooted in classical technique and inspired by modern life.
To view Leona Gamble’s artwork or learn more, visit www.leonagamble.art.
San Bernardino Youth Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert This Sunday
Community News
The San Bernardino Symphony Youth Orchestra (SBSYO) will perform their spring matinee concert on Sunday, May 18th at 3 p.m. at the historic San Bernardino Valley College Auditorium.
The repertoire will include Aaron Copeland's Hoedown, highlights from "Wicked", "An American in Paris", and "How to Train Your Dragon", Jeffrey Bishop's Aethelinda, Jay Ungar's Ashokan Farewell, and a new composition called Short Emotional Sketches by SBSYO Composer-in-Residence Adam Arroyo of California State University, San Bernardino.
Shared SBSYO Conductor Dr. Lucy Lewis, "As we are preparing to bring the first year of our San Bernardino Symphony Youth Orchestra to a close, we are reflecting on how proud we are of all of our students and how hard they have worked this year to grow, both as musicians, and also human beings. Our concert on Sunday, May 18 will be a wonderful celebration of their achievements, and we hope to see many of you there!"
The SBSYO is an offshoot of the Symphony’s
Youth Wind Ensemble which began in 2021. In response to public demand, the full youth orchestra was established in late 2024 and performed their inaugural concert this past December. This will be the group’s first spring concert.
Thanks to the generosity of many, San Bernardino Symphony Youth Orchestra tickets are always just $10, with children under 12 attending for free. All seating is unassigned general admission.
Concert tickets may be purchased through the QR code in the graphic at top, or online by clicking the Purchase Tickets button directly above, or by calling the Symphony office at (909) 3815388 Monday through Friday between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Venue box office sales are also planned prior to concert performances, but the availability of seats can never be guaranteed.
The historic San Bernardino Valley College Auditorium is located at 701 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue in San Bernardino. Free parking is available adjacent to the venue for all concert performances. Doors open one hour prior to concert time.
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Leona Gamble, a Redlands-based painter known for her contemplative oil works, will exhibit at the 114th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition hosted by the California Art Club.
SBVC Awards Over $800,000 In Scholarships to Students at Annual Ceremony
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San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) proudly celebrated the achievements and aspirations of 577 students at its annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Held in the college’s historic Auditorium, the event marked a major milestone, with 825 scholarships awarded, totaling an impressive $800,000 in financial support exclusively for SBVC students - the highest amount ever disbursed to students in a single year.
The evening began with a special donor reception honoring the individuals, families, and organizations whose ongoing generosity made the scholarships possible. The reception offered donors a unique opportunity to meet the students who received their endowed awards. Among the esteemed guests were community leaders, SBVC faculty and staff, and loyal supporters committed to uplifting local students.
San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., a proud SBVC alumnus, delivered heartfelt remarks, reflecting on both his and his mother’s time at the college. He spoke about the lasting impact of scholarships in opening doors
for students from all walks of life.
His words echoed the evening’s theme: community investment as a catalyst for student transformation.
“It wasn’t the dollar amount of the scholarship; it was that someone took the time to invest in me,” Baca reflected. “These scholarships are an investment in you.”
SBVC President Dr. Gilbert Contreras also addressed the audience, highlighting how reducing financial barriers enables students to focus on their education and future careers.
“For almost 100 years, people have come here with a dream and left with a future,” said Contreras.
“At San Bernardino Valley College, 70% of our students experience at least one form of basic needs insecurity. Scholarships matter at San Bernardino Valley College.”
The audience was moved by two exceptional SBVC nursing students, Lina Feng-Yang and April Ruelas, who shared their inspiring personal stories.
Feng-Yang, whose family immigrated from China to Venezuela, boldly moved to the United States on her own to pursue a better future. She is graduating this May
with a 3.9 GPA and began the SBVC nursing program in 2024. Her passion for equitable healthcare and language accessibility promises to make her a compassionate and effective provider.
Her fellow speaker, Ruelas, a local student from the Inland Empire, spoke about her journey as a single mother striving to break generational cycles and build a better life for her family.
“Échale ganas, mija,” she recalled, which translates to “Keep going, daughter”—a powerful mantra that fuels her determination to succeed and inspire her child.
The event celebrated not only academic excellence but also the strength of the SBVC community and the perseverance of its students. Over the past four years, the SBVC Foundation has awarded more than $2.5 million in scholarships and over $5 million in support for campus programs, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to educational equity and student success.
For more information about the SBVC Foundation or to contribute to student scholarships, please visit www.sbvcfoundation.org.
UC Riverside Addresses Teacher Shortage in San Bernardino
Community News
Addressing a critical teacher shortage, UC Riverside has partnered with the San Bernardino City Unified School District to launch a new teacher residency program that fully covers tuition, provides living stipends, and guarantees teaching jobs for successful participants.
The program, which began recruiting students this spring, is open to candidates who already hold a bachelor’s degree. The residency offers an expedited one-year credentialing program coupled with intensive mentoring and financial support.
In exchange, participants com-
mit to teach in the San Bernardino school district after completing the program.
“Across California and the nation, we are facing a shortage of qualified teachers, especially in critical areas like special education, duallanguage instruction, math, and science,” said Frances Valdovinos, assistant dean and director of teacher education at UCR’s School of Education.
“This partnership gives future teachers an unprecedented level of support while helping San Bernardino schools meet urgent staffing needs.”
Under the program, residents will have their tuition and fees fully paid and will receive a stipend valued at approximately
$32,000, which includes both direct financial support and payments to mentor teachers who will guide them through their training. Additionally, every participant is guaranteed a student teaching placement within the district, helping them to gain valuable classroom experience and ease their transition into fulltime roles.
Robert Morales, director of human resources for the San Bernardino City Unified School District, said the program could not come at a more crucial time. The district expects to have about 190 teacher retirements and resignations this year alone.
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SBVC student scholarship recipients pose with SBVC Foundation Executive Director, Mike Layne.
SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY PRESENTS
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SBVC scholarship recipients Lina Feng-Yang (left) and April Ruelas (right), pose with San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANNA LOUISE OTTERBECK CASE NO PROVA2500353
To all he rs beneficiaries creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherw se be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANNA LOUISE OTTER-
BECK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEVEN J OTTERBECK in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO
THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STEVEN J OTTERBECK be appointed as personal representative to adm nister the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests authority to admin ster the estate under the Independent Administration 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 administration authority will be granted un ess an interested person f les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/02/25 at 9:00AM in Dept 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
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARVIN MOSLEY CASE NO : PROVA2400458
To all heirs beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MARVIN MOSLEY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DEBORAH SCOTT in the Superior Court of Californ a, County of SAN BERNARDINO CA THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DEBORAH SCOTT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils if any be admitted to probate The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration 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 administration 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 authority A HEARING on the petition will be held on JUN 10 2025 at 9:00 AM in Dept F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA, CA 92335 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should either appear at the hearing and state your object ons or file written object ons 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 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 authority may affect your rights as a creditor You may want to consult 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 file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Sect on 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the Court Clerk Petit oner: 160 N Linden Ave
SUMMONS(CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE To Defendant: (AVISO al Demandado): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC , AS NOMINEE FOR CHANGE LENDING, LLC; GABRIEL MENDEZ aka GABRIEL MENDES; AIDEE MENDEZ; ANA ALCANTAR; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 40 INCLUSIVE, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE) GLENDALE AREA SCHOOLS CREDIT UNION DBA GLENDALE FINANCIAL, Case Number: CIVVS2401363 NOTICE! You have been sued The court may decide against you w thout your being heard unless you respond within 30 days Read the information be ow You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff A letter or phone cal will not protect you Your wr tten response must be in proper egal form if you want the court to hear your case There may be a court form you can use for your response You can find these court forms and more information at the Cal forn a Courts Online Se fHelp Center (www courtinfo ca gov/selfhelp) your county aw library or the courthouse nearest you If you cannot pay the fil ng fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form If you do not file your response on time you may ose the case, by default, and your wages money and property may be taken without further warning from the court There are other legal requ rements You may want to cal an attorney right away If you do not know an attorney you may want to call an attorney referra service If you cannot afford an attorney you may be elig ble for free egal services from a nonprofit legal serv ces program You can locate these nonprofit groups at the Cal forn a Legal Services Web s te (www lawhelpcalifornia org) the California Courts On ne He p Center ( w w w c o u r t i n f o c a g o v / s e fhelp) or by contacting your local court or county bar association NOTE: The court has a statutory l en for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10 000 or more in a civil case The court s ien must be paid before the court wi l d smiss the case ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado Si no responde dentro de 30 dias la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version Lea a informac on a cont nuacion Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS después de que le entreguen esta citacíon y pape es lega es para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte Es possible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta Puede encontrar estos formu ar os de la corte y mas informac ón en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de C a l i f o r n a (www sucorte ca gov) en la biblioteca de leyes de su condadoo en la corte que le quede más cerca Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación p da al secretario de a corte que e dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas Si no presenta su respuesta a t empo puede perder e caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo dinero y bienes sin más advertencia Hay otros requ sitos legales Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de rem sión a abogados Si no puede pagar a un abogado es pos ble que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios egales sin f nes de lucro Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de Ca ifornia Legal Serv ces www lawhelpcaliforn a org en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de Ca fornia (www sucorte ca gov) o
poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el coleg o de abogados locales AVISO: Por ley la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costo extenos por mponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperac on de $10 000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho c v l Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso
The name and address of the court s: (El nombre y direcc ón de la corte es)
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
SUPERIOR COURT 14455 CIVIC DRIVE
VICTORVILLE CA 92392
The name, address and telephone number of pla ntiff s attorney or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante o de demandante que no tiene abogado es)
ALANA B ANAYA 195758
ANAYA LAW GROUP
2629 Townsgate Rd Suite 140 Westlake Vi lage, CA 91361 (805) 230-9222
Date (Fecha): 11/27/2024
Clerk (Secretario) by /s/ Dawn Molina
Deputy (Ad unto)
Published Rialto Record
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described (2) The name and business addresses of the sel er are: IMPACT ENERGY TRANSPORT LLC 2266 S LILAC AVENUE BLOOMINGTON CA 92316 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 2266 S LILAC AVENUE, BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316
(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: AGL TRANSPORTATION 1226 GRANDVIEW AVENUE, GLENDALE CA 91201 (5) The locat on and genera description of the assets to be sold are LEASE AND LEASE HOLD GOODWILL VEHICLES of that certain bus ness located at: 2266 S LILAC AVENUE
BLOOMINGTON CA 92316
(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that locat on is: IMPACT ENERGY TRANSPORT LLC 2266 S LILAC AVENUE BLOOMINGTON CA 92316
(7) The anticipated date of the bu k sale is 06/03/25 at the office of LIVE ESCROW, INC , 9795 CABRINI DRIVE #207 BURBANK CA 91504 Escrow No 016641-MG, Escrow Officer: MARIA ESPARZA
(8) Claims may be fi ed with Same as "7" above (9) The last date for filing claims is 06/02/25 (10) This Bulk Sale IS subject to Section 6106 2 of the Uniform Commercia Code (11) As listed by the Se ler al other business names and addresses used by the Se ler within three years before the date such list was sent or de ivered to the Buyer are: NONE Dated: APRIL 24, 2025
Transferees: AGL Transportat on Inc a Californ a Corporation
By:/S/ MARIAM HOVHANNISYAN, CEO CNS-3925178# PUBLISHED RIALTO RECORD 5/15/25 R-209
SUMMARY OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO 90
At its regular meeting on May 1 2025 the Board of Directors of the West Valley Water District adopted an Ordinance instituting a cross-connection control program The Ordinance includes updates mandated by the State Water Resources Contro Board’s 2024 Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook
The purpose of the program is to: (1) protect the water supply by isolating contamination that may occur because of an undiscovered or unauthorized cross-connection; (2) eliminate existing connections between drinking water systems and other sources of water; (3) eliminate cross-connections between drinking water systems and sources of contamination; (4) prevent the occurrence of future crossconnections; and (5) provide information on backflow prevention
The recorded vote of the Board is as follows: AYES: Bennett, Garcia, Moore, Jenkins NOES: None ABSENT: Young ABSTAIN: None
A copy of the full Ord nance No 90 is available at the District offices along with the names of those Directors voting for and against the Ordinance The District offices are located at 855 W Base Line Road Rialto CA 92376 Published Rialto Record May 15, 2025 R-207
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE
Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700et seq ) the undersigned w ll sell at public auct on, May 28th, 2025 on personal property including but not limited to bus ness equipment electronics furnture clothing tools and/or other miscellaneous items located at:
A-AMERICAN SELF STORAGE (formerly known as Space P ace) 220 W Val ey B vd Rialto CA 92376 @ 7PM via Storageeactions com STORED BY THE FOLLOWING PERSONS: A ejandra Hernandez Josue Mendoza John Car llo Lorraine N cole Carranza A l
Teamsters
By IECN Staff
The Hispanic Caucus of Teamsters Local 1932 has officially gathered the required number of signatures to move forward with a community-led effort to rename Seccombe Lake Park in honor of Ignacio Lopez, a prominent Inland Empire civil rights pioneer.
The announcement marks a significant milestone following months of grassroots outreach and organizing to elevate the
Community News
The San Bernardino Area chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) hosted a crowd of more than 300 supporters at the annual NAMI Walk, an event designed to promote mental health awareness and support. This year’s walk, themed “We're Giving Our All for Mental Health for All", took place on Sunday, May 4th, at Glen Helen Regional Park and raised over $20,204 to support free programs and services to area families affected by Mental Health Issues.
The San Bernardino NAMI walk is the first ever held in San Bernardino County as part of activities across the nation to celebrate May Mental Health Awareness Month.
Thankful to have rented an extra large picnic Pavillion where walkers and supporters gathered as the rain came down during pre-walk activities and resource booths. Festivities were started off by Troy Mondragon, MSW from the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health who served as the inspiring and energetic Master of Ceremonies.
The program had many families speaking including Dr Angela Brantley, President of The
legacy of Lopez, who fought against racial discrimination and advocated for labor rights in the region.
“This is a historic step forward,” said Carlos Gonzales, president of the Teamsters Local 1932 Hispanic Caucus.
“We are committed to lifting up the stories of local heroes like Ignacio Lopez, whose contributions have been overlooked for far too long.”
With the signature threshold met, the initiative will next
enter a phase of public discussion. Teamsters Local 1932 plans to host a community meeting in the near future, where residents and stakeholders can share input and show support for the proposed name change.
Details regarding the meeting will be announced soon. For more information and updates, visit www.teamsters1932.org or follow Teamsters Local 1932 Hispanic Caucus on social media.
IANGIFTED Foundation and mother of founder Alexander Mattison, an NFL running back for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Brantley shared with the crowd heartwarming stories of this athlete, father, son, husband, and philanthropist who is deeply influenced by personal mental health challenges. Mattison founded the IAMGIFTED Foundation to empower youth and families to recognize their strength and resilience. His commitment extends beyond providing resources; it's about fostering a movement that encourages individuals to rise above adversity and break the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly in underrepresented communities.
Following other speakers and a mini concert–by local 19 old singer-songwriter, Kiara Choi the crowd warmed up with exercises and coffee donated by Starbucks and began the 1.5 mile walk in the rain. Many of the walkers took on “May the Fourth Be With You” costumes including a mental health green stormtrooper, a few Obi Juan Kenobis and Princess Leahs
Sponsors for the walk included: Teva Pharmaceuticals, San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, IAMGIFTED Foundation, Varp, The Behavior Lab, Maupin Payne,The Wellness Ranche,
Preferred Dental, Schaepper Psychiatry and others.
“Our goal was to raise over $100,000 in donations and sponsorships to expand and continue providing life changing evidenced-based free programs for those challenged by mental health issues and their families,” said Lori J. Butler, new Executive Director of NAMI San Bernardino Area. “We will be continuing to accept donations throughout the Month of May and hope that by the end of the month we will reach our goal”. To support NAMI see: www.namisb.org.
"San Bernardino is the largest geographic county in California and this walk can be a catalyst for our movement and dream to see that no one in this huge area goes without mental health services and support," added Chapter President Wolfgang Hall.
NAMI Walks are vital in raising awareness about mental health conditions and reducing the stigma associated with them. Funds raised from the event will support NAMI San Bernardino's ongoing programs, which provide essential education, advocacy, and support services to individuals affected by mental illness and their families.
PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL
The entrance sign at Seccombe Lake Recreation Area in San Bernardino, the site at the center of a community-driven initiative to rename the park in honor of civil rights leader Ignacio Lopez.
PHOTO NAMI
Supporters gather at Glen Helen Regional Park as NAMI San Bernardino leaders cut the ribbon to kick off the first-ever NAMI Walk in San Bernardino County on May 4.
PHOTO NAMI
Troy Mondragon, MSW, of the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, serves as emcee during the NAMI Walk kickoff program, energizing the crowd before the walk began.
