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*Rialto Record 06/22/23

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W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD

Vol 21, NO. 39

June 22 , 2023

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Event at San Bernardino Valley College Draws 1000s of High-spirited Community Members

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(Left photo) Ronnie Miller (center) is founder and CEO of Sista's Making a Difference and vice-president of the San Bernardino Juneteenth Committee. (Right photo) I Love San Bernardino Founder Robert Porter and his family celebrating Juneteenth and bringing awareness to the national holiday.

By Manny Sandoval

San Bernardino Symphony Concert Under the Stars with Fireworks, July 1 at Pg. 4 SBVC Pg. 4

he San Bernardino Juneteenth Committee hosted its second annual Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom: Stomp the Yard Edition, drawing approximately 1,000 attendees at the San Bernardino Valley College on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

The event filled four parking lots with vehicles and saw a bustling outdoor event space featuring live performances,

artisan and food vendors, and free clothing distribution for those in need. The vibrant atmosphere was filled with high spirits and hope for the future.

"It's our Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom and our Stomp The Yard Edition. There are many vendors, tons of people, and lots of food, and we're out here recognizing and celebrating Juneteenth," said CEO and Founder of Sista's Making a Difference Ronnie Miller.

Juneteenth, celebrated nationwide every year on June 19, acknowledges the emancipation of African Americans. The holiday provides an understanding of the Black community's past struggles and triumphs that continue to bring hope today.

The Celebration of Freedom Committee, founded by Edwin Johnson, the Committee President, and co-founded by Lue Dowdy, Operations Director, aims to raise awareness about the Juneteenth holi-

day. The event began with a libation ceremony led by Reverend Bronica Martindale and a song selection by Marla Matime. Performers included Yaddida Page, Amore the Songstress, The Bromatics, D.D.C., and more. The celebration also recognized fathers within the community who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and integrity in an awards ceremony. Natasha McPherson, UCR Juneteenth, cont. on next pg.

Bloomington High School Baseball Team Champions Break 40-Year-Old Drought in San Andreas League, Making CIF and State Semifinals

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The 2022-2023 Bloomington High School Bruins are the San Andreas League Champions.

By Manny Sandoval

he Bloomington High School baseball team made history this season as they emerged as the San Andreas League Champions, making it to the CIF and State semifinals, a feat the school has yet to accomplish in the past 40 years.

Under the guidance of Varsity Head Coach Carlos Contreras, now in his sixth season, the team's 2022-2023 season was nothing short of exemplary. Comprising twenty players, they broke records and redefined the culture and spirit of baseball in the community.

"This season, we played six games through the CIF and State Tournament. We are proud of our boys for their grit, determi-

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nation, and team spirit," said Contreras. The Bloomington Bruins' journey ended in the CIF semi-finals against Castaic High School on May 16th with a final score of 6 to 1, and they lost to Ganesha High School (Pomona) in the state semifinals on June 1st.

rack up 26 wins against just five losses, a record Contreras believes can be improved next season. With 16 players returning and the entire pitching staff, the team has a robust foundation for another successful season. Their overall run average of 2.21 and a defensive percentage of .945 kept them in every game they played.

The team's impressive season saw them

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"The support from our coaching staff, grounds crew, parents, and community have been instrumental in our success," Contreras added. "When the field looks good, and players feel good, they perform better. This is our first year with immense parental involvement, and they've been vital in facilitating uniforms and other logistics. Most importantly, our boys believed in themselves and worked relentlessly towards their goal."

The community rallied around the team. Mike Ashman, a Bloomington High School Alumni who played on the CIF team in 1975 and is now a coach for the Los Angeles Angels, offered his support before each game. "The community must support because it keeps everyone together and provides opportunities for interaction," Contreras emphasized.


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