EL CHICANo Weekly
Vol 61, NO. 42
September 26, 2024
NBC's The Voice Contestant and IE Native Michael Landingham to Headline Humane Society’s Howler-Ween Casino Night
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Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation to Bolster Ethnic and Community Media Through State’s Advertising Power Pg. 4
Supervisors Celebrate Flourishing Businesses and Groundbreaking Technology at State of the County
PHOTOS LANDINGHAM
(Left photo) Landingham on set of NBC’s The Voice in 2022, singing for the likes of Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton. (Right photo) Michael Landingham, his wife, and their dog Cash are excited to attend HSSBV’s 2024 Howler-Ween in costume, while bringing good vibes, musically.
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BC's The Voice contestant and Inland Empire native, Michael Landingham, is set to perform at the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley’s (HSSBV) highly anticipated Howler-Ween Casino Night and Dog House Auction on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The fundraiser will take place at 374 West Orange Show Road from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., offering attendees a night of
excitement, entertainment, and support for a worthy cause. Landingham, who recently released his pop-country single “Summer Weather,” is thrilled to return to his roots for the event, having grown up in various parts of San Bernardino County. “I’m super excited. It’s the perfect collaboration because I was born and raised in SB County, so playing a local hometown show is something special,” said Landingham. “The Humane Society helped me with my dog Cash, a
Pomskee, and I’m grateful to give back to an organization that’s made a difference in my life.” The Voice contestant, known for his soulful blend of country, rock ‘n’ roll, and pop, will perform on the outdoor patio from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., delivering an energetic set including fan favorites and new tracks. “I’ll be playing a mix, including my single ‘Summer Weather,’ along with songs from Humane Society cont. on next pg.
San Bernardino's Champions for Choice Event Honors Leaders in Reproductive Rights Advocacy
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PHOTO PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Planned Parenthood board members (including IECN’s Publisher Emeritus Gloria Macias Harrison) and staff with former senator Connie Leyva and Dr. Michele Bracher Goodwin.
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n September 20, 2024, Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) hosted its annual Champions for Choice Luncheon at the Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center. The event celebrated
local leaders for their unwavering commitment to reproductive rights, highlighting their work in advocating for choice and health care access within the San Bernardino community. The event's Master of Ceremonies was Connie Leyva, former state senator and current executive director of KVCR, whose
leadership has long been associated with progressive causes. In her opening remarks, Leyva emphasized the importance of community-driven efforts to safeguard reproductive justice, especially in the face of ongoing challenges in Southern California. Reproductive Rights cont. on next pg.