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RIVERSIDE, CA- We hear about “one woman shows” quite often, but rarely we hear or see a One-Man Show. The Paul Robeson-One Man Show is the number one ‘One Man Show’ touring in the United States, the Caribbean and Central America. This is the most requested Multi-cultural educational show on the American and Caribbean Educational Circuit and the favorite on the topics of Diversity, Compassion, African pride, Social Justice and the music of the Harlem Renaissance.

This entertaining, laugh out loud, music filled show with audience participation, covering his friendships with Albert Einstein, Dubois, Langston Hughes, Cab Calloway, Jomo Kenyatta, Kwame Nkrumah and many others who contributed to the cultural movement known as the Harlem Renaissance.

The show will be premiering this Saturday, September 23 at 6 p.m. at the Heritage High School Theatre located at 26001 Briggs Road in Romoland. Tickets can be purchased through the Riverside County Black Chamber of Commerce at www.riversidecountybcc.org.

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA- Women with Voices is celebrating its second annual book fair coming to SoCal’s Inland Region on Saturday, September 30 to the Rancho Cucamonga Community Center located at 11200 Base Line Road. This year’s event will feature an expanded list of inspirational authors, artists, and speakers who will host book signings, panel discussions, and spoken word presentations. Special performances will be given by Blended Sounds of Joy; Jazz-artist Marlo Wells; Psalmist Thumbalina Jenae Valle; and spoken-word artists Brittany Abraham and Ty Scott King.  Comedian Mel Austin is returning this year as the event MC. 

“We’re building upon our success from last year, said Rena Neal, founder of Women with Voices.  “It’s truly amazing to see your vision become reality. I’m encouraged by the support we’ve received and the growing list of dynamic authors and artists that will be featured. Everyone is encouraged to come out and join us for a wonderful celebration of books and art.”

Returning authors this year include, Torrian Scott (“Running After Destiny”) and   Annette Hubbard (“Oh! Sing Praises”); first time authors Roseanna Roman (“Advancing in Adversity”) Willie and Marie Hudson (“The Holy Ghost Got a New Dance”); Dr. Beverly Crockett and Kim Price (“Survival Living by Design”) L.J. Jackson (“Sleeping with My Shoes On How to Reclaim Your Power”); Claudia Cooley (Rev Up for Success”); Jacqueline Wallace (“Brokenness to Beauty”); Sherpa VeJauan (“Goals Journal 2018”); Joe Lim (“Half My Life: The Testimony of a Father and His Special Needs Child”); Dr. Rose Parker (“Still Standing The Rose Parker Story”); Gisele Beauty (“Breaking Through Generation Cycles”); Vera Brown Sisler (“I am Not My Dress”); Andrea Jones (“Streets of Grace”); Dr. Kudjoe Sumney (“Kingdomnomics for Kingdom Business”); Barbara Ruby (“Woman at the Well Today”) Yvonne Camper (“Healing the Wounds Prophetic Leadership Transformed”); Taura Stinson (“100 Things Every Black Girl Should Know”).

Interested authors and vendors may contact Women with Voices at (909) 559-6662 for more information. 

Tickets are $5 and may be purchased through Eventbrite or by visiting www.womenwithvoicesca.com.

By Naomi K. Bonman

RIVERSIDE, CA-Be apart of a movement! Purposely Awakened, a self-consciousness and awareness media company for Black and Minority millennials, is proving to be more than just a news source for the next generation. Purposely Awakened is positioning itself as a movement, as an agent of change and its first epic project in doing that is through a web series that will premiere Spring 2018.

“Purposely Awakened: The Series” is currently in pre-production. The team met this past Sunday where they put together a plan of action that is required for the series to be of high-quality. Of course, when it comes to anything pertaining to change, it is always a great idea to get the community apart of that change

So, how can you be apart of this movement? You can purchase a T-Shirt at www.purposelyawakened.com/webseries or you can check out the campaign page where you can also view a short teaser and read more information about the series at igg.me/at/awakenedseries.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- Time for Change Foundation (TFCF) is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new location. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on Friday, September 22, from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2164 N. Mt. View Avenue in San Bernardino. The community is invited to come out and celebrate this momentous accomplishment.

The celebration will be attended by distinguished guests and will include a short presentation, tours, and hors d’oeuvres.

Since 2002, TFCF has been at the forefront of eliminating homelessness through evidence based programs and housing. To date, it has helped over 1,020 homeless women and children in the San Bernardino County reach self-sufficiency in addition to reunifying 249 children with their mothers.

“We are overwhelmed with joy over this new addition to our agency, said TFCF Founder and Executive Director, Kim Carter. “This is another key self-sustaining layer to our overall operations.”

The new location will allow TFCF to grow its evidence based programs and housing services which is currently serving 11 different cities.

“Without the support of our donors, this dream wouldn’t have come to fruition,” said Vanessa Perez, TFCF Associate Director. “It’s so exciting to be a part of an agency that is truly impacting lives.”

You must RSVP by emailing Lisa Moreno at Lmoreno@Timeforchangefoundation.org. Please note: there will be a strict adherence to the RSVP guest list. 

Edited by Naomi K. Bonman

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- On Saturday, September 17, over 1500 people attended the Community Block Party hosted by San Bernardino Pastors United. In addition to the 1500 attendees, over 30 agreed to turn their life around and accepted Christ into their lives.

“The community residence was very pleased,” Rev. Reginald Young stated. “Each family displayed courtesy and kindness during the event. The event was very peaceful, no violence.”

Prominent community leaders also came out to support the event, which includes San Bernardino Mayor Carey Davis, Assemblymember Elosie Reyes, Assemblymember Marc Steinorth, Councilmembers Bessine Littlefield and John Valdivia and City Attorney Gary Saenz.

There were also a host of community organizations and media outlets that supported the event from the beginning to the end. United Nations of Consciousness were resourceful in utilizing their space for goods to be stored to and from there. Community Action Partnership’s (CAP) office donated 8 pallets of non-perishable items. The host church, Temple Missionary Baptist Church, helped with the set-up, food zone, registration, program flow, and event clean-up. The Way Outreach provided volunteers that assisted in making sure the day ran smoothly

Pastor Raymond Turner and Pastor Freddy brought the message and the alter call and Pastor Raul kept the vibes going as the DJ. 

“Everyone was touched by the service and love shown,” Rev. Young said. “The children were extremely jubilant, from the shoes, bouncer, face painting, and food they were happy.”

The next community block party is scheduled for Saturday, March 17 at Arden Park in San Bernardino. The question also came up whether to have another block party before the year is out. The SB Pastors United are scheduled to meet on Wednesday, October 11 at 10 a.m. to discuss that.

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Store Fixtures Labor & Installers needed – in Riverside, CA.  $12.00/hr.  Send resume (951) 361-9386

Warehouse Workers needed – in Chino, Rancho, Fontana and Perris, CA.  Earn up to $20.00/hr.  Call (513) 245-9777 or (513) 206-8511

Machine Operator/Packer needed – in Riverside, CA.  $10.00/hr.  Apply at 4025 Grant Road, Riverside, CA 92501, 10:00am-1:00pm M-Fri

Drivers Helpers/Moving Appliances – Ayudantes de mudanzas (Perris, CA).  $11.00-$12.00/hr.; overtime $16.95 – $18.00/hr.  Call (888) 854-6455

Protech Staffing – is seeking Assemblers, General Labor in Ontario, CA.  $10.00/hr.  Call (951) 823-0023

Warehouse Clerks needed – in Rialto, CA.  $14.00-$15.00/hr.  Call Kelly Services (909) 381-4581

20 People needed – all shifts in Ontario, CA.  Call (909) 218-7859

Landscape Foreman, Leadman & Laborers needed – in Anaheim, CA.  Call (714) 630-9470

General Labor needed – in the Inland Empire, CA.  Call (909) 972-6779

Mixpanel, a Second Chance Employer – is seeking a Senior Security Engineer in San Francisco, CA.  www.indeed.com

Coronado Stone, a Second Chance Employer – is seeking an Inventory Control Worker in Fontana, CA.  www.indeed.com

Public Storage, a Second Chance Employer – is seeking a District Manager in Torrance, CA.  $80,000.00k/yr.  www.indeed.com

NPG Asphalt – is seeking an Asphalt Foreman in Perris, CA.  $85,000.00k/yr.  www.indeed.com

City of Redlands – is seeking an Asphalt Worker in Redlands, CA.  $41,414.00-$50,339.00k/yr.  www.indeed.com

City of Azusa – is seeking a (P/T) Street Maintenance Worker I in Azusa, CA.  www.indeed.com

H & B Logistics – is seeking a Dump Truck Driver in Baldwin Park, CA. $40,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

Automated Gate Services, Inc. – is seeking an Automation Gate Tech in Corona, CA. indeed.com

Garrett Concrete – is seeking a Backhoe Operator-Class A license in Chino, CA. indeed.com

GM Sager Construction – is seeking a Paving Operator/Screedman in Pomona, CA. indeed.com

SP Storage – is seeking an Entry Level Maintenance Person/Hourly man (Extensive travel) in Pomona, CA. $13.50/hr.  indeed.com

Associates Direct Services – is seeking a General Laborer/Manufacturing in Ontario, CA. $10.00-$11.50/hr.  indeed.com

Anita’s Mexican Foods – is seeking an Operations Assistant in San Bernardino, CA. $18.00/hr.  indeed.com

Quick Dispense, Inc. – is seeking a Production and Service Manager in the Inland Empire, CA. $80,000.00-$90,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

California State University San Bernardino – is seeking a Grounds Worker (#60386) in Pomona, CA. $2,736.00-$3,334.00/mo.  indeed.com

Sync Staffing – is seeking General Labor in Mira Loma, CA. indeed.com

Auto Source Motors – is seeking an Automotive Buyer I Inspector in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Three Star Global – is seeking a Warehouse Worker in Corona, CA. $10.50-$12.50/hr.  indeed.com

Tyson Foods, Inc. – is seeking a Spreader/Peeler in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Fed Ex Express – is seeking a Handler in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

University Technology Personnel – is seeking a General Labor-Warehouse in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Loomis – is seeking an Operations Manager in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Roto Rooter – is seeking a Field Laborer in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Tyson Foods, Inc. – is seeking a Material Handler in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

ClubCorp – is seeking an Assistant Service Director in Riverside, CA. indeed.com

Corona Regional Medical Center – is seeking an EVS/Housekeeping/Varied Worker in Corona, CA. indeed.com

INQUIPCO – is seeking a Field Service Crane Tech in San Bernardino, CA. $27.00/hr.  indeed.com

Nongshim America – is seeking an Entry Level-Bilingual Korean HR Coordinator in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Interstate Powercare – is seeking a Field Service Tech in Ontario, CA. $28,800.00-$34,560.00k/yr.  indeed.com

InQBrands, Inc. – is seeking a Facilities Manager in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

V Manufacturing & Logistics – is seeking a Production Line Lead in Walnut, CA. indeed.com

24 Hour Fitness – is seeking a General Manager Trainee-Fontana Super Sport in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Key Skilled Personnel – is seeking a Construction General Labor in Fontana, CA. $12.00-$14.00/hr.  indeed.com

Service Master EMT – is seeking a Contents Tech-Movers & Pickers in Riverside, CA. $12.00-$14.00/hr.  indeed.com

Canyon Crest Country Club – is seeking an Assistant Service Director in Riverside, CA. indeed.com

United Site Services, Inc. – is seeking a Fence Supervisor in San Bernardino, CA. indeed.com

AMF – is seeking an Operations Manager AMF Arrowhead Lanes in San Bernardino, CA. indeed.com

GQR Global Markets – is seeking a Grinder Operator in Irwindale, CA. indeed.com

Superior Grocers – is seeking a Leader in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Punch Bowl Social – is seeking a Bar Manager in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Dart Container – is seeking a Shipping Laborer in Corona, CA. indeed.com

com – is seeking a Pop-Up Store Retail Experienced Consultant in San Bernardino, CA. www.indeed.com

Best Buy – is seeking a Team Coordinator in Chino, CA. indeed.com

Arrow Staffing – is seeking a General Laborer in Ontario, CA. $20,000.00-$24,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

Brunswick – is seeking an Operations Manager-Brunswick Lanes in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

APR Consulting, Inc. – is seeking a Scheduling Specialist in Fontana, CA. $28.00/hr.  indeed.com

Tyson Foods, Inc. – is seeking a Packer in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

MaxGen Energy Services – is seeking a Solar Field Service Tech in San Bernardino, CA. indeed.com

Priority Workforce, Inc. – is seeking a General Labor/Picker in Irwindale, CA. $11.00/hr.  indeed.com

Ela Lighting – is seeking a Receiving Clerk in Industry City, CA. indeed.com

Razor USA – is seeking a UPS/Warehouse Clerk in Rialto, CA. $15.00/hr.  indeed.com

Res Care – is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator in Perris, CA. indeed.com

Tyson Foods, Inc. – is seeking a Grill Sorter in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Quick Dispense, Inc. – is seeking a Production and Service Manager in Orange, CA. $80,000.00-$90,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

NFI Industries – is seeking a General Manager in Chino, CA. indeed.com

Superior Grocers – is seeking a Store Director in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Southland Employment Services, Inc. – is seeking General Labor in Anaheim, CA. $10.50-$11.25/hr.  indeed.com

Propak Logistics, Inc. – is seeking a Warehouse General Labor-Wood Pallet Sorter in Mira Loma, CA. $10.50/hr.  indeed.com

Spectrum – is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Judka Supply Chain Management Corporation – is seeking an HR Specialist in Diamond Bar, CA. indeed.com

Pathway Group – is seeking a Production Worker in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. $10.00/hr.  indeed.com

Double Tree by Hilton – is seeking a Director of Rooms in Pomona, CA. indeed.com

Kaiser Permanente – is seeking a Childbirth Educator I-Per Diem in Riverside, CA. indeed.com

Torn and Glasser – is seeking a Forklift Operator/Warehouse in Pomona, CA. $13.00-$14.00/hr.  indeed.com

University of California – is seeking a Housing Zone Maintenance Supervisor in Riverside, CA. indeed.com

Exact Staff – is seeking a General Labor Worker in Rialto, CA. $12.00/hr.  indeed.com

Yorba Linda Country Club – is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker in Yorba Linda, CA. indeed.com

Ace Heaters, LLC – is seeking a Manufacturing Warehouse Associate in Corona, CA. $12.00/hr.  indeed.com

Resilient Staffing – is seeking General Labor in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Nextar Whabsak – is seeking a Warehouse Worker in Industry City, CA. indeed.com

Conquest Technical Staffing – is seeking General Labor in Corona, CA. indeed.com

Creative Bus Sales – is seeking a Production Assembler B in Chino, CA. indeed.com

Ajilon – is seeking a Wave Planner in Riverside, CA. $22.00-$23.00/hr.  indeed.com

Rigid Truck Bodies – is seeking a Worker, Shop Foreman in Chino, CA. indeed.com

Diversity Business Solutions – is seeking a Warehouse Worker in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Propak Logistics, Inc. – is seeking a Warehouse Pallet Painter 1^st Shift in Mira Loma, CA. $10.50/hr.  indeed.com

Hacienda La Puente Unified School District – is seeking an Instructional Aide 1 – Special Education in Industry, CA. $15.90-$20.82/hr.  indeed.com

Palace Entertainment – is seeking a Raging Waters SD-Parking Lead I in San Dimas, CA. indeed.com

Core Staffing Solutions – is seeking a Forklift Operator in the Inland Empire, CA. $12.00/hr.  indeed.com

Kaiser Permanente – is seeking a Team Manager in Corona, CA. indeed.com

Superior Grocers – is seeking a Manager in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

SRS – is seeking General Labor-Construction Environment in Riverside, CA. $10.50/hr.  indeed.com

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC – is seeking an Area HR Business Partner in Moreno Valley, CA. indeed.com

Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation – is seeking a Customer Service Supervisor in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Every Way possible – is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Operations Manager in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. $30,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians – is seeking a Background Investigator in Highland, CA. indeed.com

Arconic – is seeking a Customer Service Rep in Fontana, CA. indeed.com

Ningbo Homelink USA Plastic – is seeking a Junior Project Coordinator in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

Youth Action Project – is seeking a Tutor/Academic Case Manager in San Bernardino, CA. $800.00/mo.  indeed.com

Mountain Counseling & Training, Inc. – is seeking a Parent Partner/Case Manager in Crestline, CA. indeed.com

Mentor Network – is seeking an Intake Coordinator in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. indeed.com

ERSI – is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Redlands, CA. indeed.com

San Bernardino County – is seeking a Recurrent Elections Service Assistant in San Bernardino, CA. $15.51-$21.37/hr.  indeed.com

Padgett’s Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. – is seeking an Emergency Services Project Manager in Redlands, CA. indeed.com

Travel Shark – is seeking a Leisure Travel Agent in San Bernardino, CA. indeed.com

Cardinal Health – is seeking a Consultant-Black Belt Operational Excellence in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Western Dental & Orthodontics – is seeking a Bilingual Receptionist in Loma Linda, CA. indeed.com

Planned Parenthood of Orange & San Bernardino Counties – is seeking a Health Educator in San Bernardino, CA. indeed.com

DBi Services – is seeking an IVM Tech in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

Anderson Corporations – is seeking a CDL A Driver in Fontana, CA. $25.75/hr.  indeed.com

Siemens – is seeking a Street Light Tech in Riverside, CA. inded.com

Taco Bell – is seeking a Team Trainer in Corona, CA. indeed.com

Burger King – is seeking a Crew Member in Walnut, CA. indeed.com

Manke Trucking, Inc. – is seeking a Truck Driver Class A in Pomona, CA. $17.00-$20.00/hr.  indeed.com

POC Distribution, Inc. – is seeking a Delivery Driver in Ontario, CA. $13.00-$16.00/hr.  indeed.com

GW Transportation – is seeking a Non-Emergency Medical Transport Driver in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. $25,000.00-$30,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

SCM – is seeking a Delivery Driver in Riverside, CA. $14.95/hr.  indeed.com

CCXPress – is seeking a Dedicated Route Driver in Ontario, CA. $90,000.00-$120,000.00k/yr.  indeed.com

GORM, Inc. – is seeking a Delivery Driver in Ontario, CA. $14.00-$15.00/hr.  indeed.com

ID Industries – is seeking a Class C Parts Delivery Driver in Ontario, CA. indeed.com

PODS Enterprises, LLC – is seeking a CDL A or B Delivery Driver in Chino, CA. $18.50/hr.  indeed.com

Redneck Trailer Supplies – is seeking a Delivery Driver in Mira Loma, CA. indeed.com

Family Tree Produce – is seeking a Delivery Route Driver in Anaheim, CA. indeed.com

DCH Roasters, Inc. – is seeking a (P/T) Delivery Driver/Occasional Maintenance in Riverside, CA. indeed.com

Tahiti Cabinets, Inc. – is seeking a Delivery Driver in Anaheim, CA. $12.00-$15.00/hr.  indeed.com

McKessen – is seeking a Driver in Chino, CA. indeed.com

Lake Matthews Feed – is seeking a Yard/Delivery Person in Perris, CA. $10.50/hr.  indeed.com

Sun Delivery, LLC – is seeking a Local Driver in Ontario, CA. $ 19.00/hr.  indeed.com

365 Delivery Driver – is seeking a Package Delivery Driver in Riverside, Ca. $14.00-$16.00/hr.  indeed.com

 

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The San Bernardino Pastors United (SBPU) will be having another Community Block party on Saturday, September 16 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Anne Shirrell Park, located at 1367 California Avenue in San Bernardino. The community leaders are giving back to the community and taking a stance against crime, and increasing violence and bringing God back into the community. The Pastors believe that we must show more love, by helping, and letting community know we are here for them. The Churches of San Bernardino will take a stand together as a united front to encourage the community.

There will be free food, free groceries, free shoes free clothes and free health checks. There will be a life-saving message by Pastor Raymond Turner, Temple Missionary Baptist Church, powerful gospel music, dancing and good fellowship, face painting, free prizes, much fun!  Please register by phone, email or online at www.sbpastorsunited.org.

They are asking the community to join them as they bring,  “Healing, Change, and Progress” to the City of San Bernardino, for more information call (909) 353-7977 or email sbpastorsunited@gmail.com. 

 

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes launches the #FAB47 Community Recognition Program. On September 20th Assemblymember Reyes will highlight the first #FAB47 inductee in the 47th District. The Fabulous 47 Recognition Program is an opportunity for community members, businesses and community based organizations to be recognized for the great work they are doing in the Inland Region.

“The 47th Assembly District is full of amazing, hardworking and altruistic residents. As such, it is important we recognize their contribution to our community,” said Assemblymember Reyes. The recognition of the fabulous members of our community offers an opportunity to highlight the unsung heroes who give of themselves without seeking recognition.”

Assemblymember Reyes is taking monthly nominations for #FAB47 at https://a47.asmdc.org/47th-assembly-district-community-recognition-program. Nominees must live, volunteer, or work in the 47th Assembly District. The 47th Assembly District includes all or portions of the following communities: Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy. To confirm the nominee lives or works in the district, go to https://a47.asmdc.org/district-map. 

For assistance in nominating or for further information about the #FAB47 Program, please call our office at (909) 381-3238.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- When Jatori Harris took the reins of organizing the 2017/’18 Inland Empire Million March from former organizer, Terry Boykins, he wanted to foster an unresolved passion facing him for many years, and that being not having any of his parents take him to the first day of school, especially his father. 

Growing up without a father and later experiencing his mother being sentenced to prison, Jatori found himself placed in foster care at age eight.

After living with relatives for a short period while bouncing from home to home, he finally thought hope was in sight when he had secured a place of consistency with his aunt.  Only to later have his life shift, once again, when she too was sentenced to prison.

By age seventeen, he exited foster care and began his journey and search for life’s purpose and clarity. Of which, would eventually lead to a mentoring relationship and lifelong mission of giving back to the community.

Now, at age 33 and a father of two, Jatori stated, “Fatherhood is important to me because I know how much I needed and wanted my mother and father, but had to go without.  So, my passion of doing right by my children is the most important thing to me as a person, a big brother and now as a mentor myself.”

On Saturday, September 16, Jatori is reaching back and giving back by recognizing foster and father-absent youth, as well as, former foster youth now fathers during a day of fatherhood importance and awareness at the Fiesta Village Family Fun Center in Colton, CA.  Colton’s Mayor, Richard DeLaRosa, will welcome guests and attendees.

He is inviting the entire community to attend and enjoy a special dedication for those students who do not have active fathers in their lives.  Additionally, Jatori is asking anyone who would like to sponsor a foster or father-absent youth to attend and enjoy a Fiesta Village All Day Ride Pass, $14.95, to visit www.streetpositive.com and pledge support.  Or, call him at (909) 520-0286. The event will start at 10 a.m.

Harris says he is looking forward to his new tenure as the I.E. Million Father March organizer, and is adamant about pushing the importance of #FathersForEducation campaign in the years to come. Also, thanks to Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County, there will be very special giveaways for the community to enjoy during the morning kick-off celebration.

 

RIVERSIDE, CA- – Life in Southern California brings with it a series of hazards, like earthquakes, wildfires and floods. Disasters can happen at any time, especially when you’re away from home.  Alert RivCo is a critical way for emergency managers and first responders to reach you, anytime and anywhere.

During a disaster, first responders and emergency management officials use Alert RivCo to rapidly call, text and email impacted residents and businesses. Alerts include what actions community members must take to protect their safety, such as evacuation or boil water orders. Register with Alert RivCo to receive these messages on cell phones, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) lines, and email addresses.

“The time to prepare for disasters is now,” said Emergency Management Department (EMD) Director Kim Saruwatari. “We want our neighbors and our community to be ready, which means taking steps like registering for Alert RivCo and building an emergency kit.”

Traditional landline information is already registered in Alert RivCo, however, this does not include VOIP lines. Residents and businesses can register for the system at RivCoReady.org/AlertRivCo.

As part of National Preparedness Month, community members are encouraged to prepare for disasters. Learn how to build an emergency kit, make a family communications plan and register for Alert RivCo at one of the EMD public education booths. Each Saturday in Sept. from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., a public education booth will set up at a local shopping mall. Community members will receive valuable tips and items to kick start their emergency kit, including a whistle to call for help.

Visit RivCoReady.org/News for the locations of the EMD public education booths, as well as a complete list of emergency kit items.

Follow us on Twitter @RivCoReady for valuable emergency preparedness tips or @RivCoListos for information in Spanish.