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5 Quick Scientific Facts that Will Blow Your mind

By Zmescience.com

Why aren’t there that many people into science? Personally, I believe it has something to do with how it’s being communicated and, not least, how it’s being taught in school. Raw science and data do not drive people – fun, emotional and persuasive narratives do.  We live in a world where we need people like Bill Nye to get up and be scientific, but also silly and fun. Is this so wrong? It’s debatable, but honestly I can understand why some hardcore scientists cringe at the idea of ‘popular science’. Nevertheless, what some of these top scientists might forget is that they got into their fields because of some popular science movement in the first place, be it the Apollo missions, a computer science program on PBS or one inspiring afternoon working out back when your neighbor explained how a car works.

With this in mind, here are just ten amazing things that I’ve come to learn thanks to the progress of science. It’s this sort of knowledge that’s inspired me to learn more every day and it’s my deepest hope that something similar might happen to you as well. This list is much too short though, so I’m counting on you to keep it growing by adding your own in the comments section.

1. There is enough DNA in an average person’s body to stretch from the sun to Pluto and back — 17 times

The human genome, the genetic code in each human cell, contains 23 DNA molecules each containing from 500 thousand to 2.5 million nucleotide pairs. DNA molecules of this size are 1.7 to 8.5 cm long when uncoiled, or about 5 cm on average. There are about 37 trillion cells in the human body and if you’d uncoil all of the DNA encased in each cell and put them end to end, then these would sum to a total length of 2×1014 meters or enough for 17 Pluto roundtrips (1.2×1013 meters/Pluto roundtrip).

2. The average human body carries ten times more bacterial cells than human cells

It’s funny how we compulsively wash our hands, spray our countertops and grimace when someone sneezes near us—in fact, we do everything we can to avoid unnecessary encounters with the germ world. The truth of the matter is that each and every one of us is a walking petri dish! All the bacteria living inside you would fill a half-gallon jug or 10 times more bacterial cells in your body than human cells, according to Carolyn Bohach, a microbiologist at the University of Idaho. Don’t worry, though. Most of these bacteria are helpful; in fact, we couldn’t survive without them.

For one thing, bacteria produce chemicals that help us harness energy and nutrients from our food. Germ-free rodents have to consume nearly a third more calories than normal rodents to maintain their body weight, and when the same animals were later given a dose of bacteria, their body fat levels spiked, even if they didn’t eat any more than they had before. The gut bacteria is also very important to maintaining immunity. (image source)

3. It can take a photon 40,000 years to travel from the core of the sun to its surface, but only 8 minutes to travel the rest of the way to Earth

A photon travels, on average, a particular distance, d, before being briefly absorbed and released by an atom, which scatters it in a new random direction.From the core to the sun’s surface (696,000 kilometers) where it can escape into space, a photon needs to make a huge number of drunken jumps. The calculation is a little tricky, but the conclusion is that a photon takes between many thousands and many millions of years to drunkenly wander to the surface of the Sun. In a way, the light that reaches us today is energy produced maybe millions of years ago. Amazing! (image source)

4. At over 2000 kilometers long, The Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth

Coral reefs consist of huge numbers of individual coral polyps – soft-bodied, invertebrate animals – linked by tissue. The Great Barrier Reef is an interlinked system of about 3000 reefs and 900 coral islands, divided by narrow passages, just beneath the surface of the Coral Sea.Spanning more than 2000 km and covering an area of some 350 000 sq km, it is the largest living structure on Earth and the only one visible from space. But this fragile coral colony is beginning to crumble, battered by the effects of climate change, pollution and manmade disasters. (image source)

5. There are 8 times as many atoms in a teaspoonful of water as there are teaspoonfuls of water in the Atlantic ocean

A teaspoon of water (about 5 mL) contains 2×1023 water molecules, but each water molecule is comprised of 3 atoms: two hydrogen and one oxygen. Moreover, if you’d laid down end to end each water molecule from a teaspoon full you’d end up with a length of 50 billion km or 10 times the width of our solar system. (image source)

Walnut Booster Club Needs Your Help

Staff Reports 

Walnut- Do you use Amazon? Well you can help the Walnut Booster Club when you shop at Amazon! Amazon will be donating 0.5% of your Amazon purchases directly to the Walnut Station Booster Club by using the Amazon Smile Program.  You will find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to the Walnut Station Booster Club. There are tens of millions of products on Amazon Smile that are eligible for donations. You will find an eligible product marked “Eligible for Amazon Smile donation” on their product detail pages.

The best part is you don’t have to create a new account; you can use your existing account. Using Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support the Walnut Station Booster Club Organizations every time you shop and at no additional cost to you. 100%of the donation amount generated from your eligible purchase on Amazon Smile will be donated to the Walnut Station Booster Club.

Click of type in the following link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/95-4230367

You shop. Amazon gives.

 

Top 10 Health Tips for Men

img_1254By WebMD

An expert offers advice on how to boost your sex life, rev up your workouts, and live better.

Take charge of your health, gents. The sooner you do it, the better.

“It’s not cool for a guy to wait until he’s 50 to see a doctor,” says Steven Lamm, MD, the medical director of NYU Langone Medical Center’s Preston Robert Tisch Center for Men’s Health. “Men need to care about their health above the waistline as well as below.” Here are his top 10 tips.

  1. Find a doctor.Choose one you’re comfortable with, so you can “openly discuss all aspects of your health, from your mental state to your sexual function to your overall wellness,” Lamm says.
  2. See that doctor.”Just because you are feeling well doesn’t mean you are well. Have a tendency toward denial? Don’t ignore things like black stools, vision loss, orchest pain. Unfortunately, men have a tendency to do just that.”
  3. Get informed. “You do want to be knowledgeable and understand that you shouldn’t ignore symptoms or complaints, but you don’t want to self-diagnose.”
  4. Vary your workouts. “The body gets very comfortable when you always do the sameworkout. You have got to keep varying your exercises, and they have to be an age-appropriate mix ofaerobics, muscle training, and stretching.”
  5. Eat to thrive.Getting enoughnutrition is crucial. “It’s more important than anything else except maybe sleep,” Lamm says. “Focus on nutrients rather than calories,” and eat a variety of healthy foods. “You can’t achieve optimum nutrition with limited choices.”
  6. Prioritize sleep.”Get at least 7 hours. That’s not something you should compromise. Men think they can overcomesleep deprivation by exercising or whatever,” but that’s a bad idea, he says.
  7. Check your head. “Mental health is really, really important. Think about several things: Are you drinking too much? Are you paying attention tosigns of depressionor bipolar disorder, which often get missed? If you have a family history of mental illness, suicide, and/or substance abuse, you really need someone to help you review the signs and symptoms.”
  8. Stay ready for sex. “When you’re stressed out, not sleeping, or drinking too much, you can’t get an erection on demand, and a man’s erection is a barometer for overall health. Exercising, eating well, and sleeping well are the best ways to be sure you’re a stud in the bedroom.”
  9. Care for your prostate. “The prostategrows as you get older. You’ll almost certainly have symptoms, like urinary problems. A really healthy, low-fat diet will reduce the likelihood of prostate growth and may reduce the risk ofprostate cancer.”
  10. Enjoy yourself. “Look forward to every day, to doing something for yourself every day, whether it’s a run or listening to an audiobook or practicingmeditationor yoga.  Don’t save up all of your fun for vacation.”

 

Regular Maintenance

By Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

I try to make sure that our cars get regular service and maintenance.  I used to change the oil myself but now I take our cars to the dealer or service center for regular oil changes and check ups. Recently, I took one of our cars to the dealer where we purchased it.  When we bought the car over 10 years ago, the dealer offered “life time” oil changes.  They promised to change the oil as long as we owned the car. I doubt that they expected that my wife and I would keep that car for over 10 years.  We keep going back every 5,000 miles and they keep changing the oil and filter.  Pretty nice!

Another reason that I like to take may car to the dealer is that they have nice a writing room and they have coffee and donuts. I often feel that the free donuts are almost as good as the free oil change! After I checked in and found my free donut in the waiting room, I asked another customer if I could share his table while we waited for our cars.  He was glad to make room for me. As I sat down, I noticed that he was reading something that looked familiar. I couldn’t help but ask what he was reading and he confirmed that he was reading his Bible.

In fact, he went on to explain that he read his Bible every day.  It was part of his daily routine.  On that day he was keeping up his routine while he was waiting for his car to be serviced. I was impressed that this stranger was quietly reading a Bible in a noisy waiting room.  Apparently it was a habit that he had started many years ago. I also found this interesting since I had actually preached on this very topic at our church the day before!  This stranger didn’t attend our church and had not heard my sermon, but he was doing exactly what I encouraged our people to do – read your Bible every day.

There are many different programs and apps to help you read through the Bible. I discovered that you can read through the whole Bible in three years if you only read one chapter a day.  It is pretty simple and anyone can do it. We will be starting a new three year cycle at our church next month.  You can find this simple plan our our website.  We will be starting in the Gospel of John on February 1st. Let me encourage you to start reading your Bible on a regular basis in 2017.  Don’t get discouraged if you miss a day from time to time.  Make it a habit in your daily routine.

Find a quiet place to read.  Set aside a few minutes each day.   Some people like to read early in the morning.  Others find it easier to read before bed time.  Find a time and a place that works for you. Maybe you have read the Bible in the past.  I think you will find it refreshing to do it again.  Maybe you have never read the Bible before.  Why not try it for a month or two?  I think you will be surprised and encouraged by what you learn. Just as your cars need regular maintenance and upkeep, so does your heart and mind. Reading the Bible can help maintain your personal and spiritual life, too!

 

CLHS Honors Educators Of Year At Ceremony In Ontario

By CVUSD cvusd

Five teachers from San Bernardino County were among 10 educators from the region who were honored at the annual California League of High Schools’ Region 10 Educator of the Year event on Jan. 13. County Superintendent Ted Alejandre was among those who attended the ceremony to congratulate the recipients. The county teachers, along with five more from Riverside County, were recognized at the awards ceremony that was held at the Ontario Airport Hotel. The five San Bernardino County teachers to honored, including their schools and districts, were: Ashley Brinegar, Victor Valley High School, Victor Valley Union High School District; Jennifer Jungwirth, Yucca Valley High, Morongo Unified; Robert Kirby, San Bernardino High, San Bernardino City Unified; Teressa Moore, Alternative Education Center, Chino Valley Unified; Robert Rooney, Citrus Valley High, Redlands Unified.

 

 

 

Recent Recalls

Staff Reports

  1. Electric-powered skateboards- The lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.boosted-bottom
  2. King Meat Services, Inc., a Vernon, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 50,991 pounds of beef products due to misbranding.
  3. Pre-Lit Globe Light Christmas trees– The fuse on the product can overheat and blow, posing a fire hazard.pre-lit-christmas-tree
  4. Dutch Valley- As a result of an ingredient supplier recall, Dutch Valley is issuing a recall on Cappuccino Snack Mix due to the potential for it to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
  5. Cynthia dressers- The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.dresser1bw
  6. Hostess Brands, LLC is voluntarily recalling its Holiday White Peppermint Hostess® Twinkies® because of a recall by Blommer Chocolate Company of the confectionary coating used on the Holiday White Peppermint Hostess Twinkies product. The confectionary coating contains milk powder ingredients recalled by Valley Milk Products, LLC due to a concern of Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date, and none of the confectionary coating sampled has tested positive for Salmonella. However, Hostess is initiating this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution.
  7. Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles– The off-road utility vehicles lack seat belts, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the operator and passengers in the event of a vehicle accident.photo-1-bad-boy-xto-off-road-utility-vehicle

 

Man Dies After Being Shot Multiple Times At An Adelanto Apartment Complex

BY SBSD
On January 10, 2017 Sheriff’s Homicide Investigators were advised that the victim, identified as Wilfred ‘Jay Jay’ Jordan, had died from his injuries.
Homicide Detectives began their investigation and determined that during the dispute at the Adelanto apartment complex, the victim was shot multiple times. Jordan’s cousin drove him to Victor Valley Community Hospital and then he was transferred to Loma Linda University Medical Center. Jordan was pronounced dead on January 10th at 3:03 p.m.
Jose Murrillo was booked for Murder and charges have been filed by the District Attorney. Murrillo remains in custody with bail set at $1,000,000.
On Sunday, January 8, 2017, at approximately 11:40 p.m., San Bernardino County Sheriff’s dispatch received a call of a subject who had been shot. The caller reported the victim was being transported to a local hospital in a personal vehicle.
Deputy Lauren Abernathy met the victim at Victor Valley Community Hospital and was able to obtain information regarding the shooting. Deputies were relayed information the shooting had occurred at Desert Springs Apartments, 11250 Lee Avenue. Deputies responded to the apartments and began investigating the crime.
Through the investigation it was learned the victim and suspect were involved in a dispute over money. The victim went to the suspect’s apartment and a fight ensued. During the altercation the suspect shot the victim and another resident from the complex drove the victim to the hospital. The victim remains in critical condition at a local hospital.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Detail, Detective Brian Chambers at (909)387-3589. Callers may remain anonymous and contact WeTip at 800-78CRIME or www.wetip.com

Call the Right Play For Super Bowl LI

Pass the keys to a sober driver before the big game begins

By City of Eastvale

Eastvale– Football fans across the country will tune into the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 5 and for many, the event often includes alcohol. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the Eastvale Police Department are teaming up with law enforcement across the state for a special Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk campaign to urge all football fans to call the right play on Super Bowl weekend and pass the keys to a sober driver before the drinking begins.

The Eastvale Police Department will deploy additional officers on special DUI saturation patrols specifically to stop and arrest drivers showing signs of alcohol or drug impairment during and following the game. As part of the Super Bowl Sunday enforcement efforts, police, sheriff and the CHP will be on heightened alert ready to stop and arrest any impaired driver.

Impaired driving can be deadly. A driver is considered alcohol-impaired with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, but even a small amount of alcohol can impair judgment and reaction times enough to make driving unsafe. Drugs such as many prescription medications, marijuana or illicit drugs can also lead to impairment and unsafe driving leading to a DUI.

“Fans that are impaired can secure a safe ride home by designating a sober driver, using public transportation, or calling a taxi or rideshare program,” said Sergeant Bill Davis, from the Eastvale Police Department.

“Volunteer to be a designated driver to help your family and friends get home safely,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “Impaired driving only leads to disaster and tragedy. It is never worth the risk. If you do plan to drink, and/or are taking medications or using marijuana, plan now to pass the keys to a sober driver before kickoff.”

Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP , or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more.  The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb.

For those who plan to drive, refrain from any alcohol and be aware of possible drug impairment. Instead, enjoy the game with food and non-alcoholic drinks. This Super Bowl weekend, be a team player and help keep impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel. And remember: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

This enforcement effort is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration who reminds everyone to be alert and ‘Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911’ if you see a dangerous driver call immediately!

 

Citrus Skillet Shrimp

citrus-skillet-shrimp-b39cb81f-1bwCITRUS SKILLET SHRIMP

over Basmati Rice

By Hello Fresh 

Cooking Time: 30 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: 530 cal, Fat: 20 g, Sat. Fat: 3 g, Protein: 30 g, Carbs: 64 g, Sugar: 10 g, Sodium: 638 mg, Fiber: 8 g

Ingredients:

  • Basmati Rice- ½ Cup
  • Red Onion- 1
  • Poblano Pepper- 1
  • Garlic- 2 Cloves
  • Green Olives- 1 oz.
  • Orange- 1
  • Lemon- 1
  • Oregano- ¼ oz.
  • Shrimp- 10 oz.

Preparation:

  1. Cook rice. Bring 1 cup water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small pot. Once boiling, add rice, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and keep covered.
  2. Prep. Wash and dry all produce. Halve, peel, and thinly slice onion. Halve poblano lengthwise and remove the core and white ribs. Cut crosswise into thin strips. Thinly slice garlic and green olives. Zest, halve, and juice orange and lemon into a small bowl. Pick oregano leaves from stems and roughly chop. Discard stems.
  3. Cook veggies. Heat 1 TBSP olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add poblano and onion and cook until softened and slightly charred, about 5 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  4. Cook aromatics. Add garlic, olives, oregano, and half the citrus juice to pan. Reduce heat to medium and cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes, tossing.
  5. Cook shrimp. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add to pan with 1 TBSP olive oil. Cook until pink and just firm, 3-5 minutes, tossing occasionally. Pour in remaining juice, along with 1 tsp orange zest and 1 tsp lemon zest. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Finish and plate. Fluff rice with a fork. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and remaining citrus zest. Divide rice between plates and top with shrimp and its sauce.tossing occasionally.

WVUSD Trustees Appoint Layla Abou-Taleb Provisional Board Member

By WVUSD wvusd

WALNUT-Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD) Board of Trustees conducted interviews and appointed a Provisional Board Member during the Special Meeting held January 10. 

Longtime Walnut resident, Layla Abou-Taleb, was unanimously approved to fill the vacant seat and will be sworn in during the January 18 Board Meeting.

“We are confident that Mrs. Abou-Taleb will be a great addition to the Board with her knowledge in early childhood education and enthusiasm to serve the community!” said Board President Dr. Tony Torng. The vacant seat was created by the resignation of Phillip Chen in November. 

Abou-Taleb has been a community member for nearly 30 years. Her three children graduated and two grandchildren currently attend WVUSD schools.

“I recognize as a parent and grandparent the importance of quality education,” she said during the interview. 

Abou-Taleb, who is retired, earned a master’s degree in social work from University of Southern California.

During her career, she worked as an early childhood education advocate with the State of California Department of Social Services. She has also been a substitute teacher and classroom volunteer.

For the past two years, she led a grassroots effort to provide information and increase community involvement through the United Walnut Taxpayers non-profit organization.

“My strongest asset is the community’s trust and confidence in me. And that is what I bring to the table,” she said.

Community members who participated in the selection process included Layla Abou-Taleb, S. Sean Monemi, James E. Swartz, Benjamin Yip, and Ben Zhang.

Retired Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Ray McMullen served as moderator during the Open Session interviews with the five candidates.

Abou-Taleb, who was out of the country due to a previously scheduled visit, participated in the interviews through a Skype conference call.

Each candidate was given one minute to present an opening statement, eight minutes to respond to questions, and one minute to make a closing statement.

“Thank you very much, I am deeply honored and look forward to joining you on the Board,” Abou-Taleb said after the vote.

The provisional appointment is effective immediately and the appointee will serve until the next scheduled District election.

“I hope I meet the expectations of our community and students. And believe me, I will give it my best shot!”

 

Advanced Improvements Provides Comfort For Your Home

Staff Reports 

Advanced Improvements can be reached at (888) 698-8859.

Advanced Improvements can be reached at (888) 698-8859.

SoCal – Advanced Improvements is an expert in air conditioning and heating, water heating, water filtration, and solar power.  For over 20 years, they have been providing eco-friendly, energy saving home and office comfort solutions for Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, San Diego and Los Angeles counties.

Advanced Improvements’ mission is to build top quality home and office improvement projects on time, with exemplary customer service, and within your budget.  Right now, Advanced Improvements is offering specials and discounts on a variety of their products.

Solar:  Whether you’re looking to go completely off the power grid, or just reduce your carbon footprint, Advanced Improvements can help by providing you with solar solutions.  They offer both solar electric (photovoltaic) and solar thermal (solar water heating) technologies.  The average solar system pays for itself in as little as four years.  When you fit your home for solar, you can receive up to 30% in tax credits, and Advanced Improvements has 2.99% financing options available for solar upgrades (OAC).

Water Heating:  Advanced Improvements carries a full line of different models and types of water heaters.  They offer everything from traditional tanks and tankless, to the new hybrids and eco-friendly solar water heaters.  Advanced Improvements specializes in tankless water heaters, claiming the title of the largest tankless water heater installation company in the nation.  They have installed over 10,000 tankless water heaters over the last ten years.  Take advantage of their $500 discount coupon on a Rheem Tankless Water Heater, or $100 discount on a Rheem Tank Water Heater.

Water Filtration: Advanced Improvements offers water filtration systems that protect against hardness elements, iron, rust, sediment, and a variety of other substances that may be present in your water.  Their systems are high flow and low maintenance machines that are designed for optimum performance.  Ask about their $500 discount coupon for Anti-Scale and Carbon Water Filtration systems.

Heating and Air:  Advanced Improvements has trained professionals that provide expert analyses, top quality equipment, and skilled installation or repair of your heating and air conditioning equipment.  They can give your home a heating or cooling system that is not only reliable, but efficient.  They also offer heat pumps, gas furnaces, package units, air handlers, and cooling coils.  Their current heating special will allow you to get $1,500 off in factory rebates for qualifying systems.  Also, ask about their $75 special for a winter tune-up for your current system.

Go Green:  You can GO GREEN with Advanced Improvements, as they provide eco-friendly, energy saving, green products for your home and business.  They can help you go completely independent with solar power, replace your heating and cooling system with a new high-efficiency unit, or lower your energy usage by installing a tankless water heater.

Advanced Improvements stands behind their products and services and is committed to excellence.  They are also committed to the community.  Owners Jason and Athena Hayes have lived in Eastvale for over seven years, and as homeowners, they love to see Eastvale flourish. Advanced Improvements has been the platinum sponsor for the Eastvale Community Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournaments, and they will continue to invest in the City and support its growth.  Make sure to ask about their $500 discount coupon for Eastvale residents only.

  • Make your home or business comfortable today with Advanced Improvements (Contractor State License Board #947761). Their office is located at1352 E. Valencia Dr, Fullerton, CA 92831, and they can be reached at (888) 887-7808.  Visit their website at AdvancedIMP.com, and see their ad on page 4.

Deputies Arrest Four Suspects for Multiple Residential Burglaries in Chino Hills

By Chino Hills Sheriff
On January 10, 2017, deputies from the Chino Hills Station responded to a residential burglary in progress located in the 2400 block of White Dove Lane in Chino Hills. Deputies observed three black males running from the scene. After a short foot pursuit, all three suspects were apprehended and identified as, Armani Young, Daquione Hardy and Max Macias. Deputies also observed the suspect vehicle, being driven by a black male, fleeing from the scene. Deputies conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle in the same area and contacted the driver, later identified as Shawn Hernandez. During the investigation, evidence and stolen property, including a stolen firearm, were located in the vehicle connecting them to three separate residential burglaries in Chino Hills. All four suspects were arrested and booked at the West Valley Detention Center for multiple felony charges.
Suspect(s): Shawn Hernandez, 24 Years old, Resident of Los Angeles
Armani Young, 18 Years old, Resident of Los Angeles
Daquione Hardy, 22 Years Old, Resident of Los Angeles
Max Macias, 21 Years Old, Resident of Fontana
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy J. Brenes, Deputy J. Vega, or Detective Q. Holiday at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
Chino Hills Police/Sheriff’s Station
14077 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills, Ca. 91709

 

Bringing the Best to the West

richiebulldogBy Racine Guajardo

Because real is important, Hustle Butter Deluxe was launched in February 2012, and the world shook! Hustle Butter Deluxe is the first all natural, vegan petroleum replacement that is used in the Tattoo Process. As well as used for a tattoo lubricant and tattoo aftercare.

Richie Bulldog is the Founder and Creative Director who was born in Brooklyn, NY. He is a creative entrepreneur who is passionate about his family and his Hustle. Seth Love, the Co-Founder and Richie’s right hand man is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hustle Butter Deluxe. Seth is also born in Brooklyn, NY who is a serial entrepreneur, mathematical genius, and hustler extraordinaire.

As the continued spread of the butter, people have learned this amazing new product was good for everything. I have personally used the product for more than just tattoo care. As a mother of two and one baby who had cradle cap as a new born and now suffers from eczema during the cold weather, Hustle Butter Deluxe has been an extreme help in keeping her skin moisturized and heal back to normal.

Over 4 million ounces of Hustle Butter Deluxe has shipped worldwide. Labeled in English, German and Italian, the love for Hustle Butter Deluxe is worldwide. However, Richie will be bringing the Best to the West this year at the Golden State Tattoo Expo in Pasadena. The Expo will be January 27 through 29.

Richie Bulldog will be your Master of Ceremonies at the Expo which is hosted by Nikko Hurtado and Carlos Torres. Hustle Butter Deluxe booth will have plenty of the New Hustle wear by El Whyner on hand, as well as Hustle Butter Deluxe, and Hustle Helper! All available on Hustle Row!

You Can’t knock The Hustle!

 

Maple Hill Crowns Spelling Champ

By WVUSDschools-spelling-bee-winner

DIAMOND BAR—After an exciting final round, Maple Hill Elementary fourth grader Eric Choi won the Scripps Spelling Bee on January 12.

“I don’t have any words to describe how I feel right now!” the beaming nine-year-old exclaimed after being named grand champion.

During the last 20 minutes of the contest, Choi battled second grader Jon Wong.

Both boys stepped up to the microphone to correctly spell words like pugnacious, castellated, Lilliput, and constabulary.

Many of the nearly 30 words from the nail-biting finale were “never seen before in order to test the spelling skills of the students,” said Principal Kelly Morris.

“They should be commended!” she said.

In December, each first through fifth grade class hosted a spelling bee using official Scripps words.

The classroom champs were then given 500-word study lists to prepare for the finals.

During Thursday’s contest, the grade-level winners were awarded medals, and then went head-to-head for the championship-round.

The school’s top spellers include Justin Tran – 1st, Jon Wong – 2nd, Emily Aldaz – 3rd, Eric Choi – 4th, and Sabrina Lin – 5th.

Choi will represent Maple Hill in March during the Scripps Inland Valley Regional Spelling Bee semifinals held at Mt. San Antonio College.

Choi said that reading a lot probably helped him clinch the title.

“My favorite books are the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan.”

 

OurWeeklyNews.com Complete Edition 1.21.17

 

coverThe Weekly News covers community news for Chino, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, Walnut, Rowland Heights and surrounding areas of San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire. Click this link to access the complete issue in PDF format:01-21-2017ourweekly

History 101

Deadliest Earthquake In History Rocks China

By History.com

On this day in 1556, an earthquake in Shaanxi, China, kills an estimated 830,000 people. Counting casualties is often imprecise after large-scale disasters, especially prior to the 20th century, but this disaster is still considered the deadliest of all time.

The quake struck in late evening, with aftershocks continuing through the following morning. Later scientific investigation revealed that the magnitude of the quake was approximately 8.0 to 8.3, which isn’t close to the strongest tremor on record. However, the quake struck in the middle of a densely populated area with poorly constructed buildings and homes, resulting in a horrific death toll.

The epicenter of the earthquake was in the Wei River Valley in the Shaanxi Province, near the cities of Huaxian, Weinan and Huayin. In Huaxian, every single building and home collapsed, killing more than half the residents of the city, a number estimated in the tens of thousands. It was a similar story in Weinan and Huayin. In some places, 60-foot-deep crevices opened in the earth. Serious destruction and death occurred as much as 300 miles away from the epicenter. The earthquake also triggered landslides, which contributed to the massive death toll.

Even if the number of deaths caused by the Shaanxi earthquake has been overestimated slightly, it would still rank as the worst disaster in history by a considerable margin. The earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia in 2004 is generally considered the second deadliest disaster in history.

 

SBCSD Aviation and SB County Fire Perform a High-Risk Hoist Rescue

8194202371_d542761185_bBy SBSD
On January 16th, the victim, and her brother were hiking down the Devil’s Backbone Trail near the Mount Baldy Summit at the 9200’ level. While hiking down, she lost her footing and slid down the snow covered ridge approximately 50 feet. The victim managed to use her ice ax to prevent her from falling further down the steep rocky ridge. The victim’s brother immediately called 911 and requested assistance.

Sheriff’s patrol helicopter 40King4 (Pilot Deputy Jon Roberg and Tactical Flight Officer Deputy Carlos Quezada) was dispatched to the location to attempt to locate the victim. Due to the circumstances and elevation, the crew of 40King4 requested the assistance of Air Rescue 307, which was staffed with Sheriff and Fire personnel, to also respond and conduct a hoist rescue. The victim’s brother provided vital information including their GPS location and clothing descriptions. The crew of 40King4 located the victim and her brother and relayed that information to Air Rescue 307. The victim was located on a steep snow packed ridge.

Sheriff’s Air Rescue 307 responded to that location and began assessing the situation. It was determined the victim was in a high-risk area, which would require a technical pick off hoist rescue. Pilot Corporal Mike Gilley hovered over the victim while battling high winds with gusts up to 45 mph. Crew Chief Deputy Ed Leon lowered Fire Captain Eric Spies down on the hoist to the victim 130 feet. Spies contacted the victim while remaining on the hook, and immediately disconnected her backpack, which fell hundreds of feet down the rocky slope. Spies placed the victim into a “Hasty Rescue Harness” and secured the victim to himself on the hook. Deputy Leon hoisted both Spies and the victim together up to and inside the aircraft. The victim was then flown to Cow Canyon Saddle and released to awaiting medical personnel.

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Embrace Wellness in 2017 with a FREE Wellness Workshop

By City of Walnut 

Walnut – The City of Walnut invites you to join us for a Taste of Wellness in the new year with free demonstrations, chair massages, meet and greet with registered therapy dogs and a hot tea bar.

The Free Wellness workshop with Nancy Stoops, M.A M.F.T. and special guest will take place on Saturday, January 28 from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Walnut Senior Center, 21215 La Puente Road., Walnut.

Presented Topics Include:

The 3 Mindful Meditations with Nancy Stoops, M.A., M.F.T.

The Benefits of Massage presented by Austrian Healer Michael Meier

Stress Management presented by Nancy Stoops, M.A., M.F.T.

Yoga with Anne Castagnaro, Ph.D., RYT500

Featured Vendors:

doTERRA Oils by Mindy Martindale Purple Lotus Medical Massage and Wellness
Open Door, Yoga & Meditation in Downtown Pomona

Inland Empire Pet Partners, Katherine Gigandet & Rock-It-Man

Facilitator Nancy Stoops is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years in the practice, a published author and a columnist. Nancy has provided support to thousands of people in need and conducts every session and support group with Midnight, a registered therapy dog. As a traveler, Nancy has had the opportunity to work with healers throughout the world. She believes that with change comes opportunity.

Join us and give yourself the opportunity to find your inner Zen and discover a different light of wellness. Sign-up today by calling the Walnut Senior Center at 909-598-6200 or simply join us the day of the workshop.

 

6 Ways to Boost Women’s Health

By  Beth Orenstein  , Medically Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH

Women’s health concerns are a little different from those of men. If you’re a woman, these tips will soon have you feeling fit and energetic.

To look and feel your best at every age, it’s important to make smart lifestyle and health choices. Here are six simple things that women can do every day (or with regularity) to ensure good health:

Health Tip #1: Eat a healthy diet. “You want to eat as close to a natural foods diet as you can,” says Donald Novey, MD, an integrative medicine physician with the Advocate Medical Group in Park Ridge, Ill. That means a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and fewer processed foods. Eat whole grains and high-fiber foods and choose leaner cuts of meat, fish, and poultry. Include low-fat dairy products in your diet as well — depending on your age, you need between 800 and 1,500 milligrams of calcium daily to help avoid osteoporosis, Dr. Novey says. Avoid foods and beverages that are high in calories, sugar, salt, and fat.

Healthy eating will help you maintain a proper weight for your height, which is important because being overweight can lead to a number of illnesses. Looking for a healthy snack? Try some raw vegetables, such as celery, carrots, broccoli, cucumbers, or zucchini with dip made from low-fat yogurt.

If you’re not getting enough vitamins and nutrients in your diet, you might want to take a multivitamin and a calcium supplement to make sure you’re maintaining good health.

Health Tip #2: Exercise. Heart Disease is the leading cause of death among women in America, but plenty of exercise can help keep your heart healthy. You want to exercise at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week, if not every day. Aerobic exercises (walking, swimming, jogging, bicycling, dancing) are good for women’s health in general and especially for your heart, says Sabrena Merrill, MS, of Lawrence, Kan., a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor and a spokeswoman for the American Council on Exercise.

Health Tip #3: Avoid risky habits. Stay away from cigarettes and people who smoke. Don’t use drugs. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. Most women’s health studies show that women can safely consume one drink a day. A drink is considered to be about 12 to 14 grams of alcohol, which is equal to 12 ounces of beer (4.5 percent alcohol); 5 ounces of wine (12.9 percent alcohol); or 1.5 ounces of spirits (hard liquor such as gin or whiskey, 80-proof).

Health Tip #4: Manage stress. No matter what stage of her life — daughter, mother, grandmother — a woman often wears many hats and deals with a lot of pressure and stress. “Take a few minutes every day just to relax and get your perspective back again,” Novey says. “It doesn’t take long, and mental health is important to your physical well-being.” You also can manage stress with exercise, relaxation techniques, or meditation.

Health Tip #5: Sun safely. Excessive exposure to the sun’s harmful rays can cause skin cancer, which can be deadly. To protect against skin cancer, wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 if you are going to be outdoors for more than a few minutes. Even if you wear sunscreen faithfully, you should check regularly for signs of skin cancer. Warning signs include any changes in the size, shape, color, or feel of birthmarks, moles, or freckles, or new, enlarging, pigmented, or red skin areas. If you spot any changes or you find you have sores that are not healing, consult your doctor.

Health Tip #6: Check for breast cancer. The American Cancer Society no longer recommends monthly breast self-exams for women. However, it still suggests them as “an option” for women, starting in their 20s. You should be on the lookout for any changes in your breasts and report any concerns to your doctor. All women 40 and older should get a yearly mammogram as a mammogram is the most effective way of detecting cancer in its earliest stages, when it is most treatable.

A woman’s health needs change as she ages, but the basics of women’s health remain the same. If you follow these six simple healthy living tips, you will improve your quality of life for years to come.