Inland Empire PRISM Collective to Host Lavender Gala, Seeks Sponsors to Strengthen LGBTQ+ Advocacy
By Manny Sandoval
Celebrating the power of diversity through music, art, and storytelling, Rialto Unified School District recently opened National Hispanic Heritage Month with school-wide assemblies — just the beginning of a month-long series of events spotlighting culture, inclusion, and community pride.
Students across the District enjoyed events ranging from a lively bilingual music performance at Simpson Elementary School to a book reading and live illustration at Fitzgerald Elementary School. Both events highlighted the values of inclusion and cultural appreciation at the heart of the monthlong celebration, which runs annually from September 15 through October 15.
To kick off a month of celebrations,
Simpson Elementary School recently hosted Grammy-winning duo 1 2 3 Andrés, who energized students and families with a bilingual music performance filled with singing, dancing, and clapping along. The husbandand-wife team, Andrés and Christina, are internationally known for their lively shows that blend English and Spanish while promoting the benefits of bilingualism and cul-
The Inland Film Fest returned in triumph September 13–14, drawing nearly 1,000 attendees to Regal San Bernardino and the University of Redlands’ Orton Center for two days of screenings and celebration of Inland Empire voices.
More than 65 short films were presented across categories ranging from live-action and documentary to animation, experimental, and student films. With 80 percent of selections highlighting San Bernardino and Riverside County filmmakers, the festival reinforced its role as both a showcase and a workforce initiative, equipping artists with the training and resources to expand their craft.
Founded in 2023 with support from the Creative Corps Grant and originally organized by the Garcia Center for the Arts, the festival is now led by Arts Connection –The Arts Council of San Bernardino County. Under new stewardship, it has quickly become a centerpiece of the region’s creative economy, spotlighting
Inland Film Fest, cont. on next pg.
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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Phase 3 celebrating right before “The Insight” Best of screening on September 13th at Regal San Bernardino.
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“Best Of” panel featured
such as Sophia Figueroa (center),
of “The Warehouse Empire” (which also won an Emmy)
“Off the Rails.”
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RUSD (cont.)
- tural appreciation.
At Fitzgerald, students welcomed local author Charlie Ervin, who read his book Equity, Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion for Kids: It’s as Simple as 1, 2, 3. The story emphasizes the importance of respect, inclusion, and valuing every voice. Illustrator Mariah Young joined Ervin for the assemblies, creating a live drawing of Fitzgerald’s fox mascot and the school building while students listened.
Principal Kimberly Rosas said the event was a meaningful way to introduce the month’s theme.
“Mr. Ervin’s message was a powerful reminder that although we may all be different, we can celebrate those differences and find strength in one another," Rosas stated. "This is especially important now, as our students are growing up in a world where understanding, empathy, and respect for one another’s cultures and experiences are essential. By giving them opportunities to hear stories like these, we are helping them build the social-emotional skills they need to create inclusive communities, value each other’s identities, and see diversity as a source of pride and strength.”
Rosas added that Fitzgerald Elementary is also celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting influential Hispanic figures during the morning announcements. School sites across the District are planning activities, performances, and assemblies throughout the month.
These celebrations are part of a monthlong recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
In addition, RUSD schools will also observe English Learner Awareness Week during Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the achievements of English Learners and the value of multilingual-
ism. Activities range from dress-up days and student performances to classroom presentations, parent workshops, and recognition of reclassified students. Together with Hispanic Heritage Month, these efforts highlight the District’s ongoing commitment to valuing diversity, promoting equity, and celebrating the many languages and cultures that enrich the Rialto community.
The community is also invited to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month on Saturday, September 27 at ¡Viva la Fiesta!, held from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jerry Eaves Park (1485 N. Ayala Drive, Rialto), in partnership with the City of Rialto. The evening will feature live performances, guest speakers, and family activities, including a piñata station, bounce houses, face painting, a 360° photo booth, and more.
This year’s featured speakers include Dr. Enrique G. Murillo, Jr., professor of Chicano Studies and founder of LEAD at Cal State San Bernardino, and Gloria Macías Harrison, the first Latina president of Crafton Hills College and co-founder of El Chicano newspaper.
National Hispanic Heritage Month was first recognized in 1988 under President Ronald Reagan, who expanded on the previously celebrated Hispanic Heritage Week.
The 30-day celebration is timed to coincide with the September 15 anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. That same spirit of independence and cultural pride is reflected in Rialto Unified’s celebrations throughout the month.
Inland Film Fest (cont.)
- local narratives that are too often overlooked by mainstream media.
‘Telling Our Own Stories’
At the festival’s opening outside Regal San Bernardino on Saturday, Arts Connection Executive Director Alejandro Gutierrez Chavez welcomed audiences by highlighting the breadth of talent on display. “The screenings just began and were showcasing our local filmmaker’s talent. We have local food and art vendors showcasing their work. Come and join the party,” he said.
By Sunday evening at the University of Redlands’ Orton Center, his words crystallized into what became the defining theme of the weekend: “Telling our own stories—don’t wait for others to tell them. Take control of the narrative.”
That call to action — to claim ownership of Inland voices and perspectives — framed the Inland Film Fest as more than a weekend of screenings. It was a rallying cry for filmmakers and communities to take charge of how their region is seen, remembered, and celebrated.
Grassroots Meets Cinematic Ambition
Phase 3, a local independent film collective, was central to the festival. The group screened 14 films and had facilitated workshops for filmmakers throughout the year.
“I’m excited to be representing the Inland Empire here,” Phase 3 director Paul Black said. “It’s a great time to network with other creatives and see what’s on the horizon for our region.”
The workshops proved transformative for young filmmakers like Sara Troudt, a San Bernardino Valley College student from Yucaipa whose thriller Obsession was nominated for Best Student Film.
“My film Obsession is nominated for best student film and I’m involved in about six other films that I took part in with Phase 3 that are screening today,” Troudt said. “I’m excited to catch them on the big screen.”
Her film later earned third place in its category.
Audience Reactions: Thrills, Horror, and Social Impact Festivalgoers experienced everything from family dramas to spinechilling thrillers.
“I just got out of the horror and thriller screenings and there was some great stuff—funny, spooky, scary, gory…everything you want in a horror film,” said Denise Berver, co-publisher of Inland Empire Community News, who also presented awards on Sunday. “I’m looking forward to hitting up documentaries next.”
Among the standout documentaries was The Warehouse Empire, directed by Sofia Figueroa, which examines how Southern California’s warehouse boom reshaped Bloomington and other Inland communities Figueroa also directed Off The Rails: The Rail Industry’s Impact on
Frontline Communities, which would go on to win Best Documentary.
Another audience favorite was The Insight, a noir-inspired pilot by Inland filmmaker Jimmy Hurt.
“I’m a writer, actor and director. I tell stories about the people who challenge corruption and abuse of authority,” Hurt said. “To have it premiere in front of our inland community during the “Best Of” has me shaking right now.”
The project earned second place in the Best Film Pilot Episode category.
The Winners: Inland Stories Take the Spotlight The Sept. 14 awards ceremony at the University of Redlands’ Orton Center honored nine categories of achievement, showcasing the region’s diverse storytelling power.
Best of Fest 1st place: Right On! (Dir. Dave Rosas)
2nd place: Without You, Life Goes On (Dir. Eric Nguyen)
3rd place: Virtuoso (Dir. Alex Correa)
Audience Choice Award Right On!
Best Live Action Fiction 1st place: Right On!
2nd place: Virtuoso
3rd place: Beethoven’s Great Great Great Great Great Grandchild (Dir. Daniel Maggio)
Best Film Pilot Episode 1st place: Welcome to Park Avenue: The Unfiltered Truth Experience (Dir. Estrella Martinez)
2nd place: The Insight (Dir. Jimmy Hurt)
Best Experimental Film 1st place: Within Rem (Dir. Miguel Jacobo)
2nd place: Obscura (Dir. Griff)
3rd place: Trustfall (Dir. Thomas Cooper IV)
Best Music Video
1st place: Cumbia del Obrero (Dir. Polaris Castillo, for MILPA)
2nd place: Grow Old (Dir. Mike Sorrentino)
3rd place: GOTTEM (Dir. Griff)
Best Student Film 1st place: Johnny, It’s Okay (Dir. Brymer Sindanum)
2nd place: Changes (Dir. Enrique Ibarra Jr.)
3rd place: Obsession (Dir. Sara Troudt)
Best Documentary 1st place: Off The Rails: The Rail Industry’s Impact on Frontline Communities (Dir. Sofia Figueroa)
2nd place: San Gorgonio Fire Recovery (Dir. Diego Olivarez)
3rd place: The Warehouse Empire (Dir. Sofia Figueroa)
Filmmakers and Families Shine
The festival also offered personal moments of triumph.
Vince Garcia, co-director of Bloodstream, said, “It’s really special because we did have a lot of the community involved with us including filmmakers from Temecula and it was super fun to see this on the big screen and have everyone cheer and watch the finished product.”
For Ana Rodak, who co-directed the comedy Rookies, the pride came from family. Her sisters, in attendance at the screening, said, “The set of this film was inside of our house. We’re really excited that she dipped her finger in comedy with this one. It’s pretty hilarious. We couldn’t be prouder of her and were so excited to watch it on screen here.”
Sponsors and Partners
The Inland Film Fest was supported by presenting sponsors Inland Empire Community News, IEGO, Thrive Inland SoCal, and the Inland Empire Labor Institute. Festival partners included KVCR Public Media, El Sol, Raincross District, Garcia Center for the Arts, All Eyes Gallery, Viva La Boba, Revival Arcade, and the Center for Social Justice & Civil Liberties.
Ulises Rodriguez, associate director of Arts Connection, said the festival’s impact was visible in every corner of the event.
“We’re excited because we have the opportunity to continue to showcase artists that are doing amazing work here in the Inland Empire and many are seeing their films for the first time on the big screen,” Rodriguez said. “This year is another great turn-out. I’ve seen people stepping out of screenings laughing, crying, running to the next screening.”
A Cultural Legacy in Motion
For director Dave Rosas, whose film Right On! won Best of Fest, Best Live Action Fiction, and Audience Choice, the triple recognition cemented the Inland Film Fest as a launchpad for regional voices.
His success, coupled with wins across every category, underscored Gutierrez Chavez’s message: the Inland Empire does not need to wait for outsiders to define its stories.
The Inland Film Fest has quickly grown into more than a weekend of screenings — it is becoming a cornerstone of the region’s creative economy, where artists are encouraged to tell their own stories, on their own terms.
And as festivalgoers left the Orton Center Sunday night, many carried with them the same conviction expressed from the podium: in the Inland Empire, the power to shape the narrative rests with the people who live it.
California Mask Laws Spark Clash: Police Mask Restrictions
and Protester Bans Face Constitutional Challenges
By Stephen Routh, CSU Professor
California is starting to reach blueflame-level political heat over two constitutional questions around mask wearing.
Can local governments ban masks during public protests, as one Central Valley city did six years ago? The Modesto ordinance returned to the spotlight in June after several people protesting the immigration raids were arrested, prompting challenges from the ACLU and the NAACP.
And should California prevent law enforcement officers from wearing masks while performing their duties? Lawmakers this week passedthe No Secret Police Act, stemming from outrage over masked federal officers detaining individuals they believe are immigrants.
Ultimately resolving these questions involves balancing people’s right to safety with their right to express their views publicly. It’s a puzzle that’s more complex than it looks.
When a local government such as Modesto bans masks, at first glance it appears to be an understandable and legitimate policy to protect the public in large gatherings. It’s aimed at preventing or minimizing violent behavior by those who’d be emboldened to engage in it if their identity is cloaked.
On the other hand, not allowing protesters to be anonymous harms their ability to protect themselves against retaliation from opponents, including government officials. Also, mask bans sweep in people wearing masks for medical or religious reasons.
In this light, mask prohibitions can be seen as unconstitutional intrusions on the rights of free speech and political association.
The First Amendment states “Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech.” But it doesn’t mention freedom of association. The U.S. Supreme Court has decided freedom of association is implied from the explicitly stated rights of speech, press, assembly and petition, which together are called freedom of expression.
The Constitution protects free expression — except if it incites lawless actions, is obscene, defames, defrauds or is part of a criminal conspiracy.
Any government that restricts protected expression must ensure the regulation is content-neutral, meaning it can’t vary based on its content or impact. The critical question about local mask bans is are they content-neutral or content-based?
A complete ban on masks at demonstrations would seem, on its face, to indicate content neutrality if no single group or expression is being directly favored or disfavored. The Supreme Court would likely
uphold it as constitutional.
What happens when government agents apply the law in a way that impacts certain groups of people differently, affecting who gets arrested for violating the ban and who feels chilled or hesitant about participating in a protest? Those with views that run contrary to the influential private actors or governmental officials are likely to mask up out of fear of retribution.
What about protestors who, for medical reasons or religious beliefs, need to cover their faces? If a mask ban carves out exemptions for them, how would government officials ascertain who these people are in a public protest?
Such selective or capricious enforcement of an otherwise constitutional law can render it illegitimate in the eyes of the Supreme Court, which may conclude that the mask ban contains content-based elements and is unconstitutional.
Different constitutional concerns are at play with the ban on law enforcement masks the state Legislature approved. The ban would affect local police and federal officers, including ICE, Border Patrol and Homeland Security.
It’s difficult to imagine the Supreme Court — whether it has a liberal or a conservative majority — allowing a state to micromanage or second guess federal law enforcement operations by not allowing government agents to mask up, especially while enforcing immigration law, which the Constitution places under federal purview.
Since the earliest days of our republic, the Supreme Court has consistently reined in state efforts to constrain federal government endeavors. The court is acting on federalism principles in the Constitution: Federal law generally preempts state law or policy.
The only plausible avenue California has to push back against federal face covering would be if Congress enacts such a law and the president signs it. That’s highly unlikely. The Trump administration says officers in ICE raids would face threats and doxxing if they weren’t masked.
Few constitutional issues arise if the potential anti-masking law is applied only to local police. The concern is more about policy and practice. Holding local officers accountable for their actions must be balanced against giving police discretion to make tactical and operational decisions.
Distilled, mask bans create legal and societal issues that are tough to resolve at any time — but even more so now, as partisan battles brew daily amid aggressive exertions of federal and presidential power.
This article was originally published by CalMatters and written by Stephen Routh, a political science professor at California State University.
Power Saver Rewards: California Communities
By MicroEnterprise Collaborative
As advocates for small business, community collaboration, and local resilience, the Microenterprise Collaborative, Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Redlands Chamber of Commerce urge every Californian—not just businesses, but households too—to take full advantage of the Power Saver Rewards program this Flex Alert season.
Why Power Saver Rewards Matter for Our Communities
Between May and October, Flex Alerts remind us that our power grid faces strain during peak hours (4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.). These alerts aren’t just an inconvenience—they’re a signal for communities to unite for a common purpose:
Keeping the lights on
Avoiding blackouts
Supporting vulnerable neighbors who rely on stable energy access
Power Saver Rewards turns this responsibility into a shared benefit. By reducing electricity use during a Flex Alert, you not only receive a credit on your energy bill, but also help stabilize the grid, protect your neighbors, and show true community leadership. There are no penalties for not participating, only rewards for stepping up.
Micro-Entrepreneurs and Local Chambers: Leading the Charge
Small businesses and microenterprises are the backbone of our local economy. Participation in Power Saver Rewards makes sense—both economically and ethically:
Microenterprises: Save on operating costs and inspire customers by sharing your energy-saving wins.
Businesses: Demonstrate leadership in energy resilience—show that saving power is good for business.
Community: Lead by example—the
more we save, the more we all benefit. Our chambers are proud to stand with entrepreneurs and residents in championing greener practices that bring dividends: lower bills and reduced carbon emissions for everyone.
How to Get Involved Today
Participation is simple:
Register: Visit PowerSaverRewards.org or scan the QR code available at local chamber events, city offices, and on flyers.
Prepare: Before 4:00 p.m. on Flex Alert days, pre-cool your building or home, finish major chores, close blinds, and set your thermostat to 78 degrees.
Act During a Flex Alert: Delay major appliance use, turn off unused lights and electronics, raise your thermostat, and if it’s too hot, visit a cooling center or library.
Spread the Word—Every Kilowatt Counts
Millions of Californians are already enrolled. Are you? Even if automatic enrollment is common, it pays to confirm—visit PowerSaverRewards.org today to ensure your household and business are officially signed up.
Flex Alerts can become opportunities for collective action, savings, and pride. Together, we don’t just earn bill credits—we build stronger, more resilient neighborhoods.
Join Us
The Microenterprise Collaborative, Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Redlands Chamber of Commerce invite you to register, save energy, and help your neighbors today. Together, we can power up for a brighter future.
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If interested, please mail resume to Nongshim Holdings USA, Inc. at 12155 6th Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730, attn.: Jae Yoo.
Inland Empire PRISM Collective to Host Lavender Gala, Seeks Sponsors to Strengthen LGBTQ+
By Manny Sandoval
Inland Empire PRISM Collective, a nonprofit championing LGBTQ wellbeing across the Inland region, will host its inaugural Lavender Gala on Oct. 18 at the Sterling Natural Resource Center. The event will honor community leaders, celebrate advocacy wins, and offer sponsorship opportunities critical to sustaining its growing slate of programs.
Founded in 2018, PRISM Collective began as a volunteer-driven effort and has since grown into a staff of eight, blending full- and part-time positions. The group’s work spans policy advocacy, youth mentorship, healthcare access, and cultural programming.
“Our mission is to support LGBTQ people’s wellbeing and development in the Inland Empire,” said Erika Ruiz, community organizing director and co-founder. “We create safe spaces, offer educational programs and mentorship for youth, and conduct workshops to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues.”
Volunteers
The organization’s programming includes Trans and NonBinary Hangouts, Queer Up Space Outside, Peer Connection and Wellness, and its new Pride Pathways initiative, which provides LGBTQ+ job seekers with employers that are explicitly LGBTQ+ friendly.
PRISM also engages in voter outreach, housing advocacy, and partnerships with organizations such as Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance and TruEvolution.
Ruiz said the group’s advocacy often involves “counternarrative building” at school board meetings in Riverside and Redlands, where antiLGBTQ+ rhetoric has persisted. “Neutrality always serves the oppressor,” Ruiz said.
The Lavender Gala will honor individuals such as TruEvolution’s Founder and CEO Gabriel Maldonado and San Bernardino City Unified School District Board Member Abigail Rosales-Medina for their contributions to LGBTQ+ youth and community advancement.
“We’re honoring a good list of
LGBTQ+ leaders in this region who have done a lot to support our youth,” Ruiz said. “We’re aiming to garner more sponsorships to continue our programming.”
Director of Finance Rocio Aguayo said the Gala comes at a pivotal moment.
“We’re using funds raised for our programming and to maintain our growth,” Aguayo said. “We have grown quickly the past two years and are trying to sustain where we are. Especially with how scary the political landscape is with LGBTQ+ rights and nonprofits actively losing funding right now, we want to stay here.”
Sponsorship levels for the Lavender Gala range from the $1,000 LGBTQ+ Ally tier to the $10,000 PRISM History Maker package, which includes front-row seating, program advertising, and recognition across PRISM’s platforms.
For sponsorship details or to support the Lavender Gala, visit www.ieprismcollective.org or contact Rivera at miguel@ieprismcollective.org.
By Manny Sandoval
Caltrans and Inland Empire Waterkeeper are inviting volunteers to join them Sept. 20 at Martha McLean-Anza Narrows Park for a community cleanup in honor of the 41st Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day.
The event will run from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at the park, located at 5759 Jurupa Ave. in Riverside. Community members, local businesses, and organizations are encour-
aged to participate.
The cleanup is part of Caltrans’ statewide Stormwater Campaign, “Let’s Change This to That,” which raises awareness about how trash, litter, and other debris left on highways and near waterways can pollute rivers, creeks, lakes, and the ocean when washed away by the first rains of the season.
Inland Empire Waterkeeper, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting waterways within the Upper Santa Ana River Watershed, is partnering with Caltrans to lead the River-
side event. The organization, established in 2005, focuses on advocacy, education, research, restoration, and enforcement to promote clean water and environmental stewardship.
The Riverside cleanup is among hundreds taking place across California on Coastal Cleanup Day. Participants are asked to RSVP in advance.
For more information or to register, visit iewaterkeeper.org.
PHOTO IE WATERKEEPER
Volunteers collect trash along the Santa Ana River trail at Martha McLean-Anza Narrows Park in Riverside during a community cleanup.
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EUGENIO REYES AGOSTO CASE NO
PROVA2500720 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of EUGENIO REYES AGOSTO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AGUSTINA REYES in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that AGUSTINA REYES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent 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 in this court as follows: 10/20/25 at 9:00AM in Dept F1 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 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 notice 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 section 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk
Attorney for Petitioner C TRACY KAYSER - SBN 230022
KAYSER LAW GROUP APC 1407 N BATAVIA ST STE 103
ORANGE CA 92867
Telephone (714) 984-2004 BSC 227436
CNS-3968087# PUBLISHED RIALTO RECORD
9/18, 9/25, 10/2/25 R-346
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:
LEONARA GOODLOE CASE NO : PROVA2500698 To all heirs beneficiaries creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate or both of:
LEONARA GOODLOE
A Petition for Probate has been filed by JASON GOODLOE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that JASON GOODLOE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent 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 in this court as follows: Date: 10/15/2025 Time: 9:00 a m Dept : F1 Address of court: 17780 ARROW BOULEVARD, FONTANA CA 92335
Branch name: Fontana District
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
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 notice 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 Section 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk
Attorney for Petitioner: Bria A Miles 9373 Haven Ave, Ste 100 Rancho Cucamonga CA 91730 909-481-4080 Published Rialto Record 9/18/25 9/25/25 10/2/25 R-347
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE
Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700et seq ) the undersigned will sell at public auction September 25th 2025 on personal property including but not limited to business equipment, electronics, furniture, clothing, tools and/or
Petitioner or Attorney: Mariana Machuca Pena Self-represented Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 W 3rd St San Bernardino CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center PETITION OF: Mariana Machuca Pena and Eduardo Perez Moreno FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME
Case Number: CIV SB 2525034 TO ALL INTERESTED
PERSONS: Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Joselyn Perez to Proposed name: Joselyn Perez Machuca THE COURT ORDERS that a l persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause if any why the petit on for change of name should not be granted Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted If no written objection is timely filed the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING
Date: 10/20/2025, Time: 8:30 AM Dept: S26
The address of the court is: same as noted above (To appear remotely check in advance of the hearing for informat on about how to do so on the court s website To find your court s website, go to www courts ca gov/findmy-court htm ) A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation pr nted in this county: Rialto Record
Dated: 9/15/2025
Gilbert G Ochoa Judge of the Superior Court Published Rialto Record 9 / 11 / 2 5 9 /
