AcademyGO Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Nonprofits at “Because of You” Anniversary Luncheon
INLAND EMPIRE, CA — Academy for Grassroots Organizations (AcademyGO) is proud to celebrate 25 years of strengthening the region’s nonprofit community at its highly anticipated “Because of You” 25th Anniversary Luncheon. The celebration took place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Eastvale Community Center. This commemorative event brought together nonprofit professionals, community leaders, funders, and supporters to celebrate AcademyGO’s...
SBCUSD And Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. Announce, “Field of Dreams” Project at Curtis Middle School
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. unveiled the Field of Dreams project before more than 600 students at Curtis Middle School on Oct. 16, a transformative plan to renovate and expand a baseball field for children and families. The announcement drew cheers from students and staff gathered in the school's multipurpose room as...
Erickson-Hall Construction Completed Eight-Week Summer Sprint Across Multiple School Districts
Erickson-Hall Construction Co. has successfully completed its eight-week Summer Sprint. This annual tradition utilizes the quiet summer months to deliver school infrastructure improvements across multiple districts while minimizing disruptions to students, recognizing that uninterrupted education is crucial for student success. This intensive construction period requires meticulous planning and effective teamwork to execute numerous projects simultaneously within a short timeframe. “We...
CTA Supports Proposition 50 to Safeguard Public Education and Democratic Processes
RIVERSIDE, CA--The California Teachers Association (CTA) strongly endorses Proposition 50, a ballot measure aimed at preventing President Trump's cuts and protecting public education funding. Unions and community leaders are urging voters to vote YES on Proposition 50 on November 4, 2025. In collaboration with a broad coalition of labor, community organizations, state legislators, and Governor Gavin Newsom, CTA is actively...
Celebrating 10 Years of Empowering Students in Moreno Valley!
MORENO VALLEY, CA — October 8, 2025 — Ten years ago, Options For Youth (OFY) – San Bernardino’s Moreno Valley Center opened its doors with one mission: to meet students where they are and help them build brighter futures. Ten years later, that same mission continues to change lives. On October 8, that mission came full circle as the center...
Every Baby Born in San Bernardino County Has a Scholarship Waiting in Their Name, Worth Up to $175
San Bernardino, CA — San Bernardino County families welcoming a new baby can also celebrate another milestone: their child’s very first scholarship. Through the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS), every child born in the state on or after July 1, 2022, automatically has a CalKIDS Scholarship Account waiting in their name — including more than $5...
LWVSB Celebrates 70 Years with the 50th Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement Awards
SAN BERNARDINO, CA--- The League of Women Voters of the San Bernardino Area (LWVSB) is marking a historic milestone — 70 years of empowering citizens and defending democracy — with its 50th annual Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement Awards. The celebration takes place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., with registration and a pre-reception...
New Hope for Multiple Sclerosis Patients as Scientists Identify Promising Compounds
RIVERSIDE, CA---There is renewed optimism for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS) after scientists identified two compounds that may help repair nerve damage caused by the disease. MS is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects more than 2.9 million people worldwide. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath, the protective covering around nerve fibers—disrupting communication between...
Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson Explains How Medi-Cal Cuts Will Hurt Families
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media California State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego) says the federal government’s decision to cut Medicaid funding could devastate families who depend on Medi-Cal for essential health services. In the first episode of her new iHeartRadio podcast, Prescribing a Healthier Future, Weber Pierson connects these potential cuts to broader political shifts she says...
Sheriff’s Department Hosts ‘Lady Be Aware’ Self-Defense Course in Devore
DEVORE, CA--- This past Saturday, October 11, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department hosted its latest Lady Be Aware self-defense course at the department’s Training Center in Devore. The full-day, eight-hour program provided participants with a comprehensive blend of classroom instruction, weaponless defense techniques, and firearm safety training. Designed specifically for women, the course focused on equipping attendees with the...
