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Inland Empire Weekly Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use!

Vol 11, NO. 39

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a day at San manuel Stadium went to the dogs as the humane Society of San Bernardino valley hosted its annual Walk for the animals fundraiser.

By Yazmin Alvarez

usty paws and drool filled San Manuel Stadium Saturday for the Human Society of San Bernardino Valley’s annual Walk for the

Animals.

As part of the day’s festivities, Taking to the baseball field for a pets and their humans enjoyed morning stroll with their best furry games and activities including friends, hundreds helped raise musical mats, a kissing booth and more than $12,000 in support of the HSSBV’s cruelty investigation Walk, cont. on next pg. and humane education programs.

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he Redlands Firefighters are wearing special uniform shirts for the month of May honoring members of the United States military.

The Redlands Professional Firefighters Association is selling a green version of the Tshirts. The are available for purchase for $20 at Redlands Fire Department Headquarters, 35 Cajon St., Suite 12. Fire Headquarters is open MondayThursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

All sales proceeds will go to the Welcome Home Heroes Foundation, which is a nonprofit organization that supports U.S. veterans and their families.

The shirts will also be available for purchase (while supplies last) at the 20th Annual Redlands Professional Firefighters Car Show on May 29 on East State Street in Historic Downtown Redlands.

The car show is fun for the whole family, with more than 300 classic, antique, and muscle cars, as well as hot rods, motorcycles and fire engines. There will be a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10:30 a.m. and other food, live music by Vickie G and the Dudes, a beer and wine garden, and a kid zone. Trophies and awards will be presented at 2:30 p.m. The car show is free and open to the public.

Vehicle pre-registration is $20 in advance. Same day registration is $30.

Proceeds from the car show will benefit the Redlands Firefighters Benevolent Fund, which supports a wide range of philanthropic causes in and around Redlands.

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the primetime choraliers offered patriotic tunes during a memorial Day luncheon at the Joslyn senior center may 19.

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service, said Barbara Gillgan, a program specialist for the city of Redlands.

“This is our third year and it’s always been a well attended event by

not only (senior center) members but also others in the community,” she said.

While it’s hard to tell just how many veterans attend the senior center because of the constant flow of attendees, Gillgan said most that do visit, wear their veteran caps and eventually become familiar

faces.

“They really take pride,” she said.

“It’s why we have this event. We want to recognize our veterans who serve, and of course it’s a day of remembrance for us for the ones who gave their ultimate sacrifice, their life.”

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Josh holz and Daniel Lara of the viral video Damn Daniel were celebrity judges at the humane society of san bernardino valley hosted its annual Walk for the Animals fundraiser.

best trick winner, Daisy and owner Jason hernandez.

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the ever-popular pet contests where tails wag full-speed vying for best dressed, trick, kisser, catch, happiest and fluffiest.

This year’s contest raised the highest amount in Walk in history, said Jill Henderson, HSSBV’s development coordinator. She attributes its success to event emcee Tony Shin, NBC4 Southern California, Inland Empire News Bureau chief and reporter and celebrity guest judges, Daniel Lara and Josh Holz, of the viral Damn Daniel video.

But the event’s most rewarding moment was recognizing Pet Heroes Chandler, Chet and Jojo.

Chandler was nominated by his owner, Donna Waller, for saving her life. After a car accident, resulting in a serious head trauma, Waller had been having terrible headaches. One night she collapsed and was unconscious for five hours. Chandler rushed to her side and licked her face until she awoke and stayed with her until someone arrived to call an ambulance. The paramedic attending to Waller told her that if it had not been for Chandler she would not be alive. Chandler passed away in

March. Waller accepted Chandler’s award in his honor.

Chet was nominated by his owner Noretta Barker, for saving her and her pets life on two separate occasions. After seeing Chet running around her neighborhood, Barker set up a feeding station to catch him. She had been told by neighbors he had been thrown from a moving vehicle. About 8 months after Barker caught Chet, she was outside in a separate area with her smaller dogs. They encountered three coyotes. Trying to save her pets, Barker fell and injured her knee, landing with her head a few feet from one of the

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2016 Walk for Animals best kisser winner and best dressed

coyotes. She started to yell for help, when Chet cleared a five-foot fence and engaged all three coyotes, chasing them away. Three months later Chet again saved the day by alerting Barker to her severely low blood sugar as she slept. The paramedic who attended to Barker that day also told her that Chet saved her life. Chet, along with Barker, accepted the Hero Award during the event.

Jojo was nominated by the Walk for the Animals planning committee for his heroic service to our community. Jojo, a 4 year old German Shepherd, was trained in explosive detection and tracking.

Jojo, along with his handler, Detective Brad Phillips, helped find hidden weapons, tracked and exposed wanted felons, and identified explosive objects. Most recently, Phillips and Jojo helped clear the Inland Regional Center after the terrorist attack in San Bernardino. In January, Jojo died in the line of duty while performing a warehouse search. Phillips, along with his new K-9 Wolf, accepted Jojo’s award in Jojo’s honor.

For more information or to donate to the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley, visit www.hssbv.org.

Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

Congratulations Graduates: We are celebrating the graduation and certification of successful students on many levels. While we have many challenges in our region but this is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of our students, parents, and schools. Graduation rates are improving and much collaborative work continues to improve them even further. I'm encouraged by the willingness of our communities to be involved. It takes consistent and diligent work at the local level to help our students take another step in their education and career journeys.

Congratulations Graduates!

Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, recently released the names of the 508 schools in California receiving the Gold Ribbon Award. This award recognizes Title I Academic Achieving Schools (federal designation provides funding for schools with 40 percent or more of low income students) that make significant gains in the implementation of academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education.

These schools offer model programs and practices based on math, English and science that can be replicated. Congratulations to the teachers, staff, principals and parents of these ten elementary schools in our immediate area: in Redlands, Judson & Brown and Lugonia; in Rialto, Helen L. Dollahan and Myers; and in San Bernardino, Captain Leland F. Norton, Hillside University Demonstration, Kimbark, Roosevelt, and Thompson. Job well done, congratulations!

Exhibits:

Now - Sunday June 5 - the Ontario Museum of History & Art presents Ontario Invitational Art Exhibition at 225 South Euclid Ave., Ontario. This free admission event will feature the work of Andrea Benitez, Karen Clark, Chick Curtis, Marion Draayer, Linda Garcia-Dahle, Gina Lawson Egan, Steven Long and David Rosales. Gallery hours are noon to 4 p.m. Thursday thru SunGold Ribbon Awards: Eighty-five elementary schools day. For information call in the Inland Empire received 909.395.2510.

Gold Ribbon Awards - 30 in San Bernardino County and 25 in Friday, May 5 - June 10 - the Riverside County. California State Mexican Consul Salomon Rosas Rodriguez presents De Colores,

an exhibit by Mexican Artist Anna Zehnder at the consulate office, 293 North D Street, San Bernardino. For information call 909.889.7846 Save the Date:

Friday, May 27 - Providing Opportunities, Dreams, and Education (PODER) at the University of California, Riverside presents its 7th annual fundraising event, "Keeping Dreams Alive": Investing in the Dream Banquet at the Highlander Union Building Banquet Room from 6 to 9 p.m.

PODER is a student organization dedicated to disseminating information, developing resources and providing a support network for undocumented students who are pursuing higher education. For ticket and sponsorship information contact Estella Acuna at estella.acuna@ucr.edu

Saturday, May 28 - the San Bernardino Symphony Association presents "Finale Bravura!" the final concert of the 2015-16 season at 7:30 p.m. at the California Theater of the Performing Arts, 562 W. 4th Street. Featured selections include: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magic Flute Overture; Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rocco Variations with Soloist Ruslan Biryukov, cello; David Popper, Hungarian Rhapsody with soloist Ruslan Biryukov, cello; and Antonin Dvorak, Symphony No. 8.

For ticket information call 909.381.5388 or visit www.sanbernardinosymphony.org

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include medical screening, dental information visit Wildwoodand acupuncture on a first come ParkSB@gmail.com basis. For information call 909.447.7799 ext. 455 or visit Saturday, June 4 - the Salvation www.tzuchi.us Army presents "Tacos, Tunes & Treasures” at the Salvation Army Monday, May 30 - Memorial San Bernardino Rehabilitation Day Center, 363 South Doolittle Street from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This Tuesday, May 31 - the Youth Ac- fundraiser features for a minimal tion Project (YAP) presents ticket price a taco plate with BaLUAU, a celebration of the end of nana Chocolate Chimichanga the school year for YAP from 6 to Dessert, music from local bands 8 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of and a silent auction. For ticket inSan Bernardino, 1180 W. 9th St. formation call 909.889.9605.

For information call 909.915.1714.

Sunday, June 5 - Symphonie Jeunesse will present a Summer Friday, June 3 - the Inland Be- Concert from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. havioral and Health Services, Inc. at the Lutheran Church of Our presents the 12th Annual Golf Savior, 5050 N. Sierra Way, San Tournament Fundraiser at the Mo- Bernardino. This event featuring rongo Golf Club. Funds from this the Inland Empire premier youth event will used to obtain immu- stringed orchestra is free to the nization for children between the public. ages of 6 months and 2 years old and the elderly. These populations Tuesday, June 7 are experiencing supply shortages for proper immunizations. For in- California Presidential formation on sponsorships and Primary Election foursomes, call Miriam Torres at VOTE 909.708.8158 ext. 148.

Friday, June 3 - the Wildwood Neighborhood Association in cooperation with Lutheran Church presents the first of its summer series of Free Movies at Dusk - Disney's Inside Out. All movies are rated PG so bring a chair, blanket and kids and enjoy. The Lutheran Church is located at 5050 N. Sierra Way, San Bernardino.

Thursday, June 9 - the San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Fortieth Annual Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner at 5:30 p.m. at the National Orange Show, 689 South E Street. This 40th annual celebration honors the courage and dedication of men and women in all branches of law enforcement as well as the first responders involved in the events of December 2nd, 2015. For sponsorship and ticket information call 909.885.7515 - email sba.chamber@verizon.net or visit www.sbachamber.org

Sunday, May 29 - the Tzu Chi Foundation presents a free health clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Indian Springs High School, 650 North Del Rosa Drive, San Bernardino. Services

Saturday, June 4 - Family Services Association of Redlands presents the 22nd Annual Redlands Hunger Walk starting at 8 a.m. at the University of Redlands campus. The 5Kfun Walk begins and ends at the Memorial Chapel. This family friendly event benefits the Summer Nutrition Program and Favorite Quote: Food Pantry Program. For registration information call "The aim of education is the 909.793.2673 or visit redlands- knowledge, not of facts but of valfamilyservice.org ues" -William S. Burroughs Saturday, June 4 - the Wildwood Neighborhood Association presents All-You-Can-Eat Pancake To submit an event or info to Breakfast at Lutheran Church of Gloria’s Corner please email Our Savior Parish, 5050 North gloharrison@me.com Sierra Way, San Bernardino. For

restaurants abound and where there is even better shopping and entertainment. Your trip will not be complete without at least one visit there.

If your curiosity about the Mayans is stimulated, three of the great ruins of Mexico are just two or three hours away: Chichen Itza, Uxmal and Tulum. They are magnificent and well preserved. My favorite is Tulum. The only Mayan ruins built by the ocean, it is awesome and pictures are always great. By the way, Tulum is only an hour away from your hotel.

The preceding paragraphs are only a prelude to what I think is the highlight of Cancun, recently built and little known by most tourists.

You absolutely must visit Xcaret (Ish-ka-ret). Using the natural terrain to best advantage, builders have added to it one of the most beautiful places on earth. Put the best of Hawaii, Tahiti, Jamaica and Fiji together and you have Xcaret.

Located south of Cancun, your trip will also include a stop at the ruins

of Tulum.

What’s there? So many things like an aquarium, Mayan ruins, tropical forest, beautiful beaches, museums, shopping, walking paths, a dolphin show that is better than anything you have ever seen, entertainment and the magnificent Caribbean. In addition there is an underground river that you can swim or float down that takes about an hour. Life jackets and shoes are provided and the depth is never more than four feet. It is perfectly safe. This natural cavern (cenote) was discovered a short time ago and is the highlight of your visit to Xcaret. Often groups will sing as they float downstream which creates an unbelievable sound.

Last but not least, at the far end, jutting into the lagoon is a restaurant with an international cuisine.

I chose a hamburger with the trimmings. I am an authority on hamburgers and mine was by far and away the best I’ve ever eaten.

How to get there? This is an ex-

Saturday, 28 to Sunday, May 29 - the Redlands Festival of the Arts will be held at Smiley Park, on North Eureka Street between Citrus and Olive Streets, Redlands from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event will feature over 60 renowned artists, live entertainment, kids fun zone, food and spirits from local brewers.

Words to Think About: Travel to Cancun and Xcaret to see beauty, history and life

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

he world of tourism seems to be divided into two groups: those who have visited the exciting city of Cancun, Mexico and those who want to visit there. From my many visits I can assure you the reputation is justly deserved. It is beautiful, interesting, strategically placed and is a combination of Miami Beach,

Las Vegas, Rio, Rome and Acapulco.

If you haven’t visited Cancun, it is difficult to imagine all of the activities available, and only a few hours away. For example, the beaches are fantastic. When the Mexican government conceived of Cancun they built an island of several miles in length, and under Fontur (Mexican Tourism Agency,) created Cancun. The hotels are second to none in the world, but you can always find a good bargain (like Vegas.)

Just a few miles from Cancunboats are readily available for a low price-to the islands of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres. Snorkeling is marvelous at both places.

The tropical atmosphere provides plenty of shopping opportunities that will make your day.

The entertainment and eateries are outstanding, from Denny’s to Senor Frog’s and Ruth Criss’ Steak House. All this plus provocative downtown Cancun. Away from the glitz is the small village where

perience in itself. You can reserve the standard bus fare from your hotel, but here is what I suggest.

Across the street from the Cultural Convention Center is a station marked Xcaret. A large thatched roof building can be seen for blocks. Here’s the catch. There will be several deep blue buses parked there. They are the kind that Laidlaw uses here in the states. Three or four feet at the rear has been cutoff for a platform. On the roof are toys and furniture making it look like they’ve just come from Midwest USA. The sides have all kinds of paintings.

Your first thought is, “Oh, my God.” Then you open the door and you see large lay back-better than airline seats; the A/C is wonderful and the comfort and speed is double A first class.

I promise you, Cancun will be different from anything you’ve ever heard about or experienced, if you visit Xcaret.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

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Memorial Day Weekend: Redlands Festival of the Arts returns

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reativity will fill Smiley Park as the 2016 Redlands Festival of the Arts returns over Memorial Day weekend.

The two-day event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 28 and 29.

More than 120 artists will showcase their works, with 50 artists competing in a juried art show for cash prizes, and another 70 members of the Redlands Art Association will be exhibiting at Art in the Park.

While admission to the event is free, donations will be accepted to help support student art grants made possible through the Festival of the Arts nonprofit. Festival grants support student artists and emerging adult artists, helping them develop their talents and exhibit their works.

In Smiley Park, artists will compete in an open air, juried art show featuring glass, jewelry, painting, mixed media, photography, sculpture and wood.

As a family-friendly event, festivities and activities will also be available for children inside a Kid’s Zone where hands-on art projects will be available. The Rotary Read for Life Trailer will also be on hand to give away free kids books and the Redlands Symphony’s instrument petting zoo will give youngsters a chance to hone in on their musical talents.

For the adults, a food beer and wine garden will be set up, and if live entertainment is what you’re looking for, this year’s event has nine entertainers and groups performing on the festival’s three

stages.

The artists scheduled to perform include: Chad Villareal, Chuck Smolsky, Circle Band, Denise Rickert & Washboard Clay, Do Wrong Right, Gilman Carver, Katia Aoun Hage, Stephie Dianne Moore, Strange Indeed, Third Stream Crossing, Wendy Sue Hunt and White on Rice.

Circle Band members Chris Beach, Clayton Crawford and Wendy Hunt perform an eclectic blend of jazz, blues and folk music. The musical duo of Matthew James and Madelin Amaral known as Do Wrong Right plays folk, Americana and jazz.

Stephanie Dianne Moore is a singer songwriter who is a fan favorite in coffee houses. Third Stream is an acoustic duo with Michael Taelour and Dan Morgan.

White On Rice is a five member rock band that sheds light on unexplored hit dance, rock, soul and funk.

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Festival Entertainment Schedule: May 28

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11:00-12:30 Wendy Hunt 12:30-2:30 Stephanie Dianne Moore 2:30-4:00 Gilman Carver Eureka Street Location

10:30-12:00 Katia Aoun Hage 12:00 – 2:00 Strange Indeed 2:00-3:30 Chuck Smolsky Food/Wine/Beer Garden 11:00-12:30 Shep Dogs 12:30-2:30 Third Stream Crossing 2:30-4:00 White on Rice May 29

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11:00-1:00 Darcie Rickert & Washboard Clay 12:30-2:30 Deanna Joseph

Eureka Street Location 10:30-12:00 Chad Villareal 1:00-3:00 The Ramblers

Food/Wine/Beer Garden 11:00-1:00 Do Wrong Righ 1:00-3:00 Circle Ban

A complete list of festival activities, including more information is available at www.redlandsfestivalarts.com

James Ramos for Supervisor 3rd District All of these candidates have proven track records. They understand the local issues that affect this region such as water, employment, education, public safety, veterans, economic development, transportation, just to name a few. They have participated on regional committees and Commissions.

All have a history of service to the community long before seeking elected office. They have been involved in civic and advocacy organizations working to provide a better quality of life for the region and to protect the rights of its citizens.

All have experience in governance by having had elected office on school boards, city councils or worked in governmental offices providing services for constituents.

All listen to their constituents and yet are not afraid to make the hard and sometimes unpopular decisions for the benefit of the Inland Empire.

Most importantly they understand cooperation and are able to set aside party politics to have issues considered and put into legislation.

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A Champion for Immigration Reform Bernie Sanders will push for compassionate and just immigration policies

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By Congressman Esteban Torres

mong the many hotly debated issues being addressed by this year’s presidential hopefuls is that of

immigration reform. Their platforms have the potential to impact the lives of millions of families living in the United States and are of particular concern to the Latino community.

What is their position on deportation, border security, affordable health care for immigrants, immigrant workers rights, path to citizenship, etc.? Who among them has the best intentions for our community?

For me, that candidate is Bernie Sanders. I’ll tell you why.

I was only 3 years old when my father was sent back to Mexico

by U.S. immigration authorities in 1933. He had been caught up in one of the many deportation campaigns that sent millions of presumed Mexican nationals back to Mexico. I never saw my father again.

Many more millions of families have been impacted by the vagaries of immigration policies.

The time has come for immigration reform that will rebuild family unity, keep our borders safe, and, as even the U.S. Chamber of Commerce agrees, strengthen our economy.

Bernie Sanders has the most compassionate stance on immigration reform. I worked with him when I served in the U.S. House of Representatives, and I know he can get things done in Congress. He is my candidate to move the issue of immigration reform along on a just path.

Bernie has repeatedly stated: “We are a country of immigrants, I am the son of an immigrant. His story, my story, our story, is the story of America: working families who come to this country in

search of a better future for their children.”

Contrast this with Republican contender, Donald Trump, who said: “When Mexico sends its people, they’re not sending their best. They’re sending people that have lots of problems. They’re bringing drugs. They’re bringing crime. They’re rapists.” Trump would halt immigration, deport millions of families and build a wall between the United States and Mexico.

But Bernie gets it. He firmly believes in: - A Path to Citizenship: He believes in providing a path to citizenship for people from many different countries.

- The DREAM Act: He supports the path toward permanent residency for young, undocumented immigrants.

a México en 1933. Él había sido parte de las muchas campañas de deportación que enviaron a millones de supuestos mexicanos de regreso a México. Nunca volví a ver a mi padre.

A millones de familias más les han afectado los caprichos de las políticas migratorias. Ha llegado el momento de una reforma migratoria que reconstruya la unidad familiar, que garantice la seguridad de nuestras fronteras y, como lo afirma hasta la Cámara de Comercio de Estados Unidos, que fortalezca nuestra economía.

Bernie Sanders tiene la postura más compasiva respecto a la reforma migratoria. Trabajé con él en la Cámara de Representantes, y sé que él logra lo que propone en el Congreso. Para mí, es el candidato que puede llevar la reforma migratoria por un camino justo.

En varias ocasiones, Bernie ha afirmado que, “Somos un país de

inmigrantes; soy el hijo de un inmigrante. Su historia, mi historia, nuestra historia, es la historia de Estados Unidos: familias trabajadoras que llegan a este país en busca de un futuro mejor para sus hijos”.

Veamos la diferencia con el candidato republicano, Donald Trump, quien dijo, “Cuando México envía a su gente, no envía a los mejores. Envía a la gente con muchos problemas.

Traen drogas. Traen delincuencia. Son violadores”. Trump podría fin a la inmigración, deportaría a millones de familias y construiría un muro entre Estados Unidos y México.

Pero Bernie comprende. Cree firmemente en: - Un camino hacia la ciudadanía: Cree en proporcionar un camino hacia la ciudadanía para personas de muchos países.

- El Acta DREAM: Apoya el camino hacia la residencia per-

manente para los inmigrantes jóvenes sin papeles.

- Reforma de visas: Rechaza la explotación de los trabajadores y el uso de visas para el trabajo extranjero barato. Aumentaría las oportunidades para que las personas calificadas dieran pasos hacia la residencia permanente.

- Seguridad fronteriza: Aseguraría las fronteras sin construir un muro.

Bernie es la mejor opción para

- Visa Reform: He rejects the exploitation of workers and the use of visas for cheap, foreign labor. He would increase opportunities for qualified individuals to take steps toward permanent residency.

- Border Security: He would secure borders without building a fence.

Bernie is our best choice to lead our country in the future. He is our best hope to push forward immigration reform that will build this country and make us a stronger nation.

Esteban Torres served in Congress and also as the U.S. Ambassador to UNESCO. Most recently Torres serves as the Chair Emeritus of the National Latino Media Council.

Un defensor de la reforma migratoria

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Por el Diputado Esteban Torres

Bernie Sanders luchará por políticas migratorias justas y compasivas

no de los debates más fuertes entre los candidatos para la presidencia este año es el de la inmigración. Sus plataformas tienen el potencial de afectar la vida de millones de familias en Estados Unidos e interesan en particular a la comunidad latina. ¿Cuál es su postura respecto a la deportación, la seguridad de la frontera, seguro médico costeable para los inmigrantes, los derechos de los trabajadores migrantes, el camino hacia la ciudadanía y más? ¿Cuál de ellos tiene las mejores intenciones para nuestra comunidad?

Para mí, ese candidato es Bernie Sanders. Les diré por qué.

Yo tenía apenas 3 años cuando las autoridades de migración mandaron a mi padre de regreso

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dirigir el país en el futuro. Es nuestra mejor esperanza para avanzar con una reforma migratoria que construiría el país y nos convertiría en una nación más fuerte.

Esteban Torres trabajó en el Congreso y también como el embajador estadounidense en la UNESCO. Torres también es presidente emérito del Concejo Nacional Latino de Medios.

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Graduation Dates and Times

Arroyo Valley

689 S E St, San Bernardino, CA 92408

2-Jun-16

6:00 PM:

Indian Springs

CSUSB 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407

4-Jun-16

9:00 AM

Cajon

Middle College

1200 Hill Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92407

25-May-16

6:00 PM

280 S E St, San Bernardino, CA 92401

31-May-16

6:00 PM

CSUSB 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407

San Bernardino

1850 N. E St, San Bernardino, CA 92405

San Gorgonio Sierra

229 Pacific St. San Bernardino, CA 92404 562 W 4th St, San Bernardino, CA 92401

Yucaipa

33000 Yucaipa Blvd, Yucaipa, CA 92399

Jurupa Hills

4000 Ontario Center, Ontario, CA 91764

Fontana Kaiser

A.B Miller Summit

Bloomington Colton

Grand Terrace

Slover Mountain

6:00 PM

SBVC 701 S MT Vernon Ave, San Bernardino,CA 92410

Pacific

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Immigrants in Detention: A three part series

Part II: A tour inside Adelanto uals they get along with. Each segregation unit holds up to 64 beds.

Exercise yards are available for immigrants to utilize for fitness, with access to a soccer field, basketball courts, and a track.

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A housing unit inside Adelanto Detention Facility West.

By Anthony Victoria

magine sitting in a detention center--awaiting your final fate. You have sought asylum from lurking dangers thousands of miles away in your home country.

Yet, the U.S. government has denied your plea. You are resigned.

Weeks turn into days. The imminent deportation you await will most likely lead to a certain death.

“If I go back home, I could be dead,” said 34-year-old Issaka Abubakari. “I don’t have anywhere to go or stay.”

Such are the daunting prospects some detainees face at the Adelanto Detention Facility--the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement facility that houses approximately 1,900 of the current 440,557 immigrants currently in detention nationwide, as highlighted by non-profit research centre Global Detention Project.

Many of the men and women in these centers are incarcerated for different reasons. Some are there because they are refugees; others have been labeled as threats to national security due to their ties to criminal activity and organizations.

As I stood in the center’s reception center during a tour on May 18, I observed dozens of detainees who stood and sat inside holding rooms. Their faces drooped and glared back at me--some cocky and confident, others resigned and dejected.

This was only the beginning of what would be a two and a halfhour journey into California’s largest immigration detention center, which in recent years has been the center of controversy and complexity among immigrant rights groups and U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials.

Reception and Medical Care

Adelanto’s intake center has seven holding cells where incoming detainees are held as they await medical evaluation, level classification and clothing. Outgoing detainees are also held here--merely waiting to be transported to Arizona Removal Operations Coordi-

nation Center (AROCC) to catch a deportation flight back to their homelands.

Upon arrival, detainees sit down with staff to discuss their particular case and other essentials such as how to contact officers who work for the prison operator GEO Group Inc. For example, they ask questions or express concerns on how to access facility resources. The intake center is also the location where detainees meet with consular officials. ICE Deputy Office Field Director David Marin says detainees are grouped based on various factors--mainly to avoid tension and confrontation among inmates.

After they are cleared from intake, detainees are led through the facility’s medical and dental center.

They are screened for illnesses such as tuberculosis and given the needed dental and mental treatment, according to Marin. Detainees with contagious diseases remain isolated in a negative pressure room to prevent cross-contamination.

This time there were no detainees in the pressure room, but some were being held in single bed units awaiting treatment and others in direct observation rooms. Monitored

by GEO staff, detainees in these rooms suffer from severe mental illnesses and are contemplating suicide. One young man sat inside a room with a bewildered expression on his face. The clipboard attached to the door noted he was a Honduran national.

According to ICE spokesperson Virginia Kice, there are currently three full-time physicians and one part-time doctor assigned to the Adelanto Detention Facility. These onsite doctors see some 40 to 50 patients a day, for a total of approximately 200 patients a week.

Moreover, an onsite psychiatrist is at the facility three days a week for 13 hours a day--averaging out to 55 to 60 patients being seen a week.

The facility’s current medical care provider is Correct Care Solutions.

“In my viewpoint, we provide good healthcare,” said the facility’s doctor Carlos Deveza. “We have strict clinical guidelines in place.”

Abubakari, mentioned at the out-

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set, disagrees--explaining that he’s put in several medical requests that have been ignored by GEO officials. “You have a medical request and it doesn’t come in time,” he said. “There’s a lot of neglect.”

Marin insisted that ICE has nothing to hide. “We have specific standards that we are required to meet.

We go above and beyond other correctional institutions to provide detainees with the safest environment possible.”

Variation in housing units and distribution of food

ICE officials confine the majority of its detainees in housing sections referred to as “pods”--containing about 80 detainees in a dozen rooms.

The West facility is comprised of three housing sections, while the East facility--the original building bought by GEO from the City of Adelanto in 2011--is much older and houses migrants in pods set-up with barracks. The latter facility also houses female detainees.

They are allowed to sign up for voluntary work programs that provides employment in the laundry room, cafeteria, library, and visitation area. Detainees make about $1 per day, according to officials.

High-risk offenders (dressed in red) are only allowed to work within the unit--taking care of the maintenance.

Immigrants also have access to telephones, books, television, headsets for music, and board games.

During weekends they are allowed to access to an X-BOX, according to officials.

Adelanto’s two isolation units serve several purposes. Administrative Segregation houses detainees who are in protective custody, are isolated from rival gangs, suffer from mental health issues, or who voluntarily seek isolation. In contrast, Disciplinary Segregation is imposed on detainees that fail to follow directions from GEO and ICE staff and for serious offenses such as fighting. According to Marin, the average stay for a detainee in Disciplinary Segregation is ten days. ICE officials allow for detainees to ‘bunk up’ with individ-

It was in Administrative Segregation that I was able to step into a room. The space inside was the standard for a jail cell--an estimated 6-by-9 feet. Space was cramped, with only a bunk bed, a toilet, a sink, and a small table. The two men who reside in the room were not present. Only their personal belongings, letters, books, as well as leftover trash (milk cartons and orange peels) remained behind.

I was inside the cell for about two minutes--basking in the same smell of the anti-septic odor that oozed throughout every section of the facility. It was enough to run chills down my back. I contemplated what it would be like to live in such a tight space for several weeks, months, or even years.

At lunchtime, I asked if I could sample one of the detainee lunch trays: a serving of white bread, tuna, carrots, lettuce, steamed broccoli, and potato salad. Food served on other days include oranges, coleslaw, onions, and beans.

Marin and the two other ICE field directors that accompanied him each grabbed a tray and joined me in the East facility’s break room.

We all sat down and began to chomp down on the servings. I hesitated at first, not exactly sure on what I wanted to eat. Eventually I began to bite away--beginning with the vegetables.

The ICE agents finished their meals quickly--leaving me to pon-

“The food is good,” he said.

“America is good.”

Zakari, who left his homeland almost a year ago after almost being killed by Muslims because of his sexual orientation, was apprehended in San Ysidro. He’s been in detention for about 10 months. He said he is currently undergoing court proceedings in hopes of receiving legal protections from the U.S. Despite being optimistic about his situation, Zakari believes he is viewed as an inmate by ICE officials. “This is prison, which makes things difficult,” said Zakari. “They try to help us and do good, but they are keeping us here for a long time.”

The process Zakari is undergoing is that of a Credible Fear Screening--to determine if he has a legitimate claim that he is indeed in danger of persecution or torture. He hopes that an immigration judge will grant him asylum.

“A man from Ghana was deported from here last week or two weeks ago,” described Zakari. “He had previously sought asylum like me and was denied. We heard that he has already been killed.”

His fellow countryman has not had the same luck. Abubakari applied for Humanitarian Parole but has been denied by ICE due to a review of his file record and/or personal interview, as stated in a letter from the agency from February.

Also from Accra, he fled his hometown in the Fall of 2014 after receiving death threats. He later explained during an interview that the so-called American Dream has demonstrated nothing but confinement and loneliness.

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Two detainees being searched by a guard at reception.

der whether I should eat the tuna. I didn’t want to throw the food in the trash. Instead, I grabbed the issued plastic fork and spread the tuna on the white bread--making it into a sandwich.

I struggled to chew and swallow the contents--specifically because it had little taste. At that point I wondered what the detainees thought of their food.

Detainees describe experiences inside Adelanto

Nazar Zakari, a 20-year-old asylum seeker also from Accra, Ghana, explained the meals were the least of his worries.

Abubakari said he signed his own deportation last year and has urged officials to speed up the process.

He filed a Detainee Request Reform on April 25, asking about the status of his repatriation. An ICE officer responded by explaining that officials sent his 270-day custody determination to headquarters--awaiting a decision.

“These conditions are not easy,” he said. “I’ve never been in prison before. I’ve been here a very long time. If I appeal, it will still be denied. So what’s the use?”

It’s been 17 months and counting for Abubakari, who still awaits his fate.

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Lindsey offers free financial college planning workshops, matches students with well-suited colleges

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Crafton Hills College Foundation Board Member Billy Lindsey of Yucaipa and wife Krystal will be hosting free college financial planning workshops to help parents save money for college without depleting their retirement. The first will take place at Yucaipa High School on June 1. Billy is pictured with (from left) daughter Alli, Krystal and son Andy.

he average annual tuition at a four-year college in including California books, room and board is $13,560, and for private universities $33,450, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

How do most Americans send their children to college?

Through grants, scholarships, financial aid, and savings such as the 529 College Savings Plan.

One particular parent, Crafton Hills College Foundation Board Member Billy Lindsey of Yucaipa, discovered how overwhelming the grant application process was when he helped daughter Alli apply for one. It also required a very detailed snapshot of his and wife Krystal’s financial state to determine Alli’s eligibility for aid.

“I started thinking about those parents who earn a fraction above the stated allowable amount and their kids are indisputably disqualified from receiving grants or financial aid,” Billy said about the stringent process.

“They earn too much for their child to qualify for student aid, but not enough to pay for college.”

Lindsey, who works at a financial planning firm, devised a savings strategy that differs from the

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Teresa Berver (left) and Denise Berver (right) are members of Team Tumornators. The two participate in the annual Relay for Life Walk in memory of their mother, Patty Berver. They are seen here holding a picture of their mom in the middle.

popular 529 Plan to help parents pay for college without depleting their retirement. He and Krystal will be hosting free monthly workshops to explain how.

“We use the same concept of setting money aside to take advantage of market gains but the main difference is that you will never lose your investment regardless of stock market trends,” Lindsey explained. “If an emergency occurs and you need resources, you can access your investment without penalty, whereas money in the 529 Plan can only be used for college-related expenses.”

In addition to the savings plan, Lindsey provides a service that acts as a guidance counselor to identify colleges most suitable for students academically, culturally, professionally and geographically. Options will be presented to parents and students from which to discuss and decide.

“I help eliminate the daunting task of sifting through dozens of colleges that parents and students don’t have the time or expertise to do,” Lindsey said about matching students with colleges.

“In this way I am empowering the kids to engage in and decide their own futures, and what mo-

tivates them will contribute to them following through with their decisions and equip them for future success.”

Lindsey is providing free college financial planning workshops to the community because of his assertion that each student deserves the opportunity to pursue higher education regardless of family income, and to change the perception that college is unaffordable.

“When a community has more of its youth acquiring higher education through vocational or conventional means, it enriches the region as a whole,” Lindsey, whose son Andy is graduating from CHC next year, explained.

“I want to be a part of the process of helping a family send their kid off to college, and bring value to the community.”

Workshops are free and open to the public. The first one will take place on Wednesday, June 1 at Yucaipa High School, 3300 Yucaipa Blvd., from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. A second workshop is scheduled at Beaumont High School on July 13. Register at www.mylocalworkshop.org, click “Don’t have a RSVP code” on the bottom and enter zip code 92399.

veryone is invited to the Wildwood Park Neighborhood Association's BEST EVER All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast taking place on Saturday June 4. Held at our friendly neighborhood Lutheran church, 5050 N. Sierra Way where you won't find a better deal in all of San Bernardino. Breakfast for adults is just $5 and any kid under 10 years can eat for $3.

Tickets are available in advance or at the door. Remember, this includes allyoucaneat pancakes too!

You will hollar "yes!" to these wonderfully large, fluffy and delicious hot-off-the-grill cakes.

Smother them in sweetness with a variety of syrups, fresh fruit or both. Add maple sausage to that plate of yours, a cup of steaming java and a healthy dose of OJ and satisfaction will be yours! Milk and sugar-free syrups available too. Everything is fresh and sim-

ply delightful.

We'll have some great OPPORTUNITY BASKETS to buy into at 3 for $1 or the bargain 20 tickets for $5 along with some snappy music.There will also be an on the spot auction for local biz gift card packets too.

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Wildwood Park Neighborhood Association to Host Pancake Breakfast

The main attraction is YOU however, so we need you to be there, bring a friend and get ready to be served. As our main fundraiser, you'll be supporting YOUR neighborhood meetings, YOUR clean-up efforts, YOUR neighborhood watch signs being posted and replaced and YOUR community! We really do need you to help eat all the pancakes too!

It's the best deal ever, delicious food and fantabulous fun! We'll look for you Saturday, June 4th!

For more information: WildwoodParkSB@gmail.com

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Some Memorial Day Activities Around the Inland Empire Thursday, May 26

9:00 am: Mission Circuit Dog Show at the Pomona Fairplex, Gate 17 Friday, May 27

7:00 pm: Memorial Day Tribute Concert at M15 Concert Bar & Grill, Corona

9:00 am: Mission Circuit Dog Show at the Pomona Fairplex, Gate 17 Saturday, May 28

8:00 am: Racing at the Auto Club Dragway, Fontana

9:00 am: Mission Circuit Dog Show at the Pomona Fairplex, Gate 17

9:30am: 14th Annual Chili Cook Off and Car/Cycle Show at Arlington Village, Riverside

10:00 am: Bimmerfest at the Auto Club Speedway, Fontana

10:00 am: Redlands Festival of Arts at Smiley Park, Redlands

7:00 pm: Memorial Day Tribute Concert at M15 Concert Bar & Grill, Corona

Sunday, May 29

8:00 am: Firefighters’ Car Show down State Street, Redlands 08:00 am: MX National at Glen Helen San Speedway, Bernardino

8:30 am: Racing at the Auto Club Dragway, Fontana

9:00 am: Mission Circuit Dog Show at the Pomona Fairplex, Gate 17

10:00 am: Bimmerfest at the Auto Club Speedway, Fontana

10:00 am: Redlands Festival of Arts at Smi-

ley Park, Redlands

Monday, May 30

07:30 am: 5K and 10K Races at the Diamond Valley Lake Community Park, Hemet

8:30 am: Memorial Day Service at Pomona Cemetery

8:30 am: Memorial Day Ceremony at the Memorial, Veterans Temecula

9:00 am: Mission Circuit Dog Show at the Pomona Fairplex, Gate 17

9:30 am: 1K Kids Races at the Diamond

Valley Lake Community Park, Hemet

10:00 am: Memorial Day Tribute at Rialto Park Cemetery

10:00 am: Memorial Day Flower Drop and Air Fair at the Palm Springs Air Museum

11:00 am: Memorial Service at Beaumont Veteran’s Memorial, Civic Center

11:00 am: West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Parade at Riverside Harley-Davidson

11:00 am: Memorial Day Ceremony at PioSan Park, neer Bernardino

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History of Memorial Day

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emorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America. Over two dozen cities and towns claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. While Waterloo N.Y. was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May 1966, it’s difficult to prove conclusively the origins of the day.

Regardless of the exact date or location of its origins, one thing is clear – Memorial Day was borne out of the Civil War and a desire to honor our dead. It was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11. “The 30th of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village and hamlet churchyard in the land,” he proclaimed.

The date of Decoration Day, as he called it, was chosen because it wasn’t the anniversary of any particular battle.

On the first Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, and 5,000 participants decorated the graves of the 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers buried there.

The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873. By 1890 it was recognized by all of the northern states.

The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I (when the holiday changed from honoring just those who died fighting in the Civil War to honoring Americans who died fighting in any war).

It is now observed in almost every state on the last Monday in May with Congressional passage of the National Holiday Act of 1971 (P.L. 90 – 363). This helped ensure a three day weekend for Federal holidays, though several southern states have an additional separate day for honoring the Confederate war dead: January 19th in Texas; April 26th in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi; May 10th in South Carolina; and June 3rd (Jefferson Davis’ birthday) in Louisiana and Tennessee.

Red Poppies

In 1915, inspired by the poem “In Flanders Fields,” Moina Michael replied with her own poem:

“We cherish too, the Poppy red That grows on fields where valor led, It seems to signal to the skies That blood of heroes never

dies.”

She then conceived of an idea to wear red poppies on Memorial day in honor of those who died serving the nation during war.

She was the first to wear one, and sold poppies to her friends and co-workers with the money going to benefit servicemen in need. Later a Madam Guerin from France was visiting the United States and learned of this new custom started by Ms. Michael. When she returned to France she made artificial red poppies to raise money for war orphaned children and widowed women. This tradition spread to

other countries. In 1921, the Children’s Franco-American League sold poppies nationally to benefit war orphans of France and Belgium. The League disbanded a year later and Madam Guerin approached the VFW for help.

Shortly before Memorial Day in 1922 the VFW became the first veterans’ organization to nationally sell poppies. Two years later their “Buddy” Poppy program was selling artificial poppies made by disabled veterans. In 1948 the US Post Office honored Ms. Michael for her role in founding the National Poppy

movement by issuing a red 3 cent postage stamp with her likeness on it.

National Moment of Remembrance

The “National Moment of Remembrance” resolution was passed on Dec 2000 which asks that at 3 p.m. local time, for all

Americans “To voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a Moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to ‘Taps.”

Information courtesy/usmemorialday.org

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Loma Linda University Health breaks ground on new hospital complex

By Yazmin Alvarez

state-of-the-art hospital complex complete with a new adult hospital and expanded Children’s Hospital will open its doors to the community by 2020 and be the beacon of hope to the region, Loma Linda University Health officials said May 22.

LLUH officials broke ground on the construction site with more than 3,000 supporters looking on as dirt was turned to begin the process of replacing the nearly 50 year old LLUH facility.

The new hospital complex — the Dennis and Carol Troesh Medical Campus — will include upgrades to meet the needs of the changing healthcare environment in addition to new California seismic requirements, hospital officials said.

The new adult hospital and Children’s Hospital towers will feature private rooms, separate adult and children’s emergency departments, an expanded Total Care Birth Center and NICU, and a conference and education center.

The building will stand at 267feet tall with 16 stories, a basement

floor and new helipad. Upon completion, it will be the tallest building in San Bernardino County.

“These are not just ordinary hospitals,” said Kerry Heinrich, Loma Linda University Medical Center’s chief executive officer.

As the only level one trauma center in Riverside, San Bernardino, Inyo and Mono counties, the facility “will be an instantly recognizable icon in the Inland Empire and will stand as a beacon of hope for all of us, and especially those who are facing their darkest hour,” Heinrich added.

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a new loma linda University health hospital complex — the Dennis and carol troesh medical campus — will open its doors to the community in 2020. standing 16 floors and spanning a distance longer than a football field, the new facility will feature private rooms, a separate adult and children’s emergency department and new helipad.

The complex will also feature wellness gardens that support physical, social and spiritual health.

The upgrades to LLUH are part of a $1.2 billion project, Vision 2020: The Campaign for a Whole Tomorrow, and more than $225 million has been raised toward the $360 million goal of the campaign.

The new complex will be named after Dennis and Carol Troesh, who donated $100 million toward the philanthropic campaign.

In addition to the upgrades, the.

building will be considered one of the safest in the state as the project is implementing a first-of-its-kind vertical earthquake isolation system which separates the building from the ground using more than 500 vertical shock absorbers.

The Campus Transformation Project will be the first major building in the world to implement this state-of-the-art 3D earthquake protection technology.

To learn more about the new project or to donate, visit www.lluhvision2020.org.

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loma linda University health officials broke ground on the construction site of its new hospital complex may 22. the project is part of vision 202: the campaign for a Whole tomorrow.

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Survivor reinvents career

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iberata Ashilevi was a survivor of the Rwandan Genocide who immigrated to the United States as a refugee. As a resident of Loma Linda, she turned to the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board’s America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) for help with building her career.

Today she enjoys working in the Loma Linda University Medical Center Operating Room caring for others.

Though she was a certified physician’s assistant in Zambia, Liberata took a housekeeping job

when she arrived in the United States. When she was laid off from this position, she felt she had nowhere to turn.

“When I was laid off, I panicked,” Liberata exclaimed.

“When I arrived at the San Bernardino America’s Job Center of California and met their staff, I became hopeful about my future.”

Workforce Development Specialist Nidia Vargas was assigned to handle Liberata’s case. The two women soon formed a bond that Liberata says is everlasting.

At the AJCC, Liberata received

career counseling, and help with her job search, resume, and interview skills. The Workforce Development Board also provided funding for her to earn her Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certificate, to put her on a new career path, and assisted with travel to classes and job interviews.

As a result of the service she received, Liberata was well prepared to answer questions volleyed to her by the Loma Linda University Medical Center Operating Room Technician position interview panel. Her first call to share the good news was to Nidia at the AJCC. “It is always heartening to hear success stories such as Liberata’s,” said San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman James Ramos. “It is validation that the County is serving its residents well, and working to attain countywide prosperity.”

Liberata has already received a promotion and looks forward to a successful career. She has embraced the American Dream with a contagious exuberance.

“Our staff’s care and concern for the people we are helping lends to successful outcomes for job seekers,” said Workforce Development Board Executive Director Sandy Harmsen. “This is an example of how our staff members are truly dedicated to helping others achieve their goals.”

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Some participants in the Colton Relay for Life had photos on their T-shirts of loved ones taken by cancer.

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • May 26, 2016 • Page A19

Colton High School's Campa hopes to maintain family athletic, law enforcement tradition

(Photo Courtesy/Hanna Sons Photography)

Photo Courtesy/Bernadette Lucero Campa

Jared Campa was selected the Colton HS Male Athlete of the Jared is pictured here with his younger brother Jordan, his mother Bernadette and his father Eric.

Year by the Citrus Belt Athletic Directors Association.

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By Harvey M. Kahn

ared Campa is carrying on the family tradition as sports award winners. It's been 20 years since his uncle Shawn was named the Colton High School outstanding male athlete of the year and 25 years since his other uncle Gilbert was named Colton's male athlete of the year. Jared's father, Eric Campa was also a decorated Colton athlete who was the 1987 Co-MVP of the Citrus Belt League along with Fontana's Greg Colbrunn. Eric Campa was also a 1st team All-CIF shortstop who was drafted by the Oakland A's.

Jared Campa was just presented his school's 2016 outstanding male athlete award patch from the Citrus Belt Athletic Directors Association at a brunch held May 10 at Cal Baptist University, Riverside. Like his uncle's and father, Jared Campa will attend San Bernardino Valley College and play both baseball and football. The youngest Campa is a running back and a catcher/outfielder, who just earned a oneyear, Valley Bound Scholarship that will take care of his college books, tuition, tutoring and incidentals.

"I think I've won these awards due to my awesome senior year playing baseball and football."

Campa said he played Colton HS football for coach Shawn Collins and baseball for Anthony Carrillo. He played four years varsity baseball and three years varsity football and maintained a 3.3 GPA while serving as the ASB senior class secretary at Colton HS. He possibly could have attended a four year college but said he would not have the chance to be a dual-sport athlete.

"People tell me to stick with just baseball but I don't want to give up football," said Campa.

Jared Campa enrolled at Colton just after its glory football and baseball days. He excelled despite not having the chance to showcase himself in high-profile CIF-playoff games. "Jared winning the athlete of the year award

is a great achievement. He worked hard," said Eric Campa, who currently is a detective for the Colton Police Department.

"Not on winning teams doesn't matter. It's up to the individual to stay motivated." Eric Campa realizes times have changed since he was in school and it's now a difficult task to play two sports.

"Coaches now frown on playing two sports but that is Jared's decision," said Eric Campa.

Jared Campa plans on continuing another family tradition.

Like his father and uncles, he will pursue a career in law enforcement after taking college criminal justice classes. His uncle Gilbert is a CHP Sergeant and uncle Shawn is the security supervisor for the Colton Unified School

District. Jared's mother is the former Bernadette Lucero, who also graduated from Colton HS but did not play sports. Bernadette's mother, Inez Lucero has owned Casa de Flores on Mount Vernon Avenue for 40 years.

The Citrus Belt Athletic Directors Association is made up of administrators from 84 of the regions 87 high schools. Each of those schools reportedly pays $200 annually for their athletic director to become a member.

Those fees go toward producing the senior male/female athlete of the year award and the "league champion coaches." There are usually 10 scholarships for $500 each that the AD Association awards annually to deserving scholar athletes.

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Cajon High seniors inspire, walk down memory lane at North Park Elementary

Photo/MJ Duncan

6th graders Rachel Klein, 12, Photo/MJ Duncan and Jolene Schieber, 12, were ecstatic over the inaugural Over two dozen Cajon High School seniors donned their gradu- Cajon-North Park Senior Walk, ation caps and gowns to walk through the halls of North Park El- calling it “awesome” on Tuesementary to inspire young students of what hard work would day. accomplish. Jillian Helt engages with the most impressionable students – kindergarteners.

Photo/MJ Duncan as you work hard, and for seniors it provides an opportunity to be “This is a wonderful experience an inspiration and to remind them Victoria Garcia and Ty Saurette attended North Park from KinderBy MJ Duncan for all parties involved – it gives how far they’ve come,” Bishop garten to 6th grade, and were thrilled to participate in the peppy event. a visual of what to expect as long concluded. ver 500 impressionable North Park Elementary students in San Bernardino had the opportunity to envision what the culmination of their academic endeavors could look like when two dozen Cajon High seniors walked through their halls donned in graduation caps and gowns on Tuesday.

The idea for the inaugural Cajon-North Park Senior Walk originated a mere week ago when North Park Guidance Counselor Victoria Reza saw a similar event featured on Facebook at an East Coast school.

“I thought it would work well here to inspire students, and I got in touch with Richard Lennox at Cajon High,” Reza said. “Many of the (Cajon) students attended North Park.”

Kindergarteners through 6th graders lined the hallway and cheered as seniors walked by exuberantly slapping high-fives to the tune of Kool &The Gang’s “Celebration.” Spirits ran high among students, staff and faculty.

“This event helps students look ahead and see what an exciting time lies ahead for them,” said North Park Principal Yadira Downing. “For seniors it allows them the opportunity to inspire and show the little kids their accomplishments.”

Cajon seniors Victoria Garcia and Ty Saurette attended North Park from Kindergarten to 6th grade, and were thrilled to participate in the peppy event.

“It was cool to see the teachers I had, and for them to see how far I’ve come,” said Saurette.

“Walking through these halls for the last time as a senior is a truly surreal and elevating experience.”

Cajon High Principal Teenya Bishop was on-site to lend support to her seniors as they prepare to cross the threshold into adulthood.

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