Category Archives: Eastvale Community News

Say Hello To Our New Assistant Editor

By Sarah Sanchez   

Chino – We are proud to welcome Racine Guajardo as our new Assistant Editor for all our newspapers: OurWeeklyNews.com,  CityofEastvaleNews.com, and the SGVNews.com.

Racine Guajardo new Assistant Editor

Racine Guajardo
new Assistant Editor

“Racine has done such a fantastic job with her creativity, ongoing support of responsible journalism, creative writing, and constant input towards making this paper more informative; she deserves this promotion,” said Michael Armijo, President of ABC Public Relations and acting editor.

Racine is a Chino resident and a proud mother of two. She has two beautiful girls named Kylie, 3, and Natalie, 2. She spends all her spare time with her girls. She enjoys taking them to Disneyland, the beach, or other outdoor activities.

Something you wouldn’t know about Racine is that she is a tattoo enthusiast and loves to attend Tattoo conventions.

She is also proud to say she was born and raised in the Chino Valley Unified School District. She is currently pursuing her English degree at Chaffey College.

Racine is excited to be promoted to Assistant Editor after being an in-house reporter for ABC Public Relations and Armijo News.

“I appreciate the company giving me the opportunity to have more responsibility as Assistant Editor,” said Racine in a recent interview. She stated that she will strive to “constantly come up with ways to be resourceful to the community.”

Racine has a passion for writing and wants to continue using the newspaper as an informative and helpful source. “If anyone has ideas, pictures, or article suggestions, please send them to me!” said Racine. You can email pictures to editor@anapr.com or call our office at (909) 464-1200 to submit story ideas.

“I’m confident Racine will continue to grow and climb a very successful ladder with her passion for writing and her commitment to informing residents of news and information within our communities,” added Armijo. “We welcome her to the management team.”

 

Blind Religion Warning

Pastor Robert Jewett Word of Truth Community ChurchBy Pastor Robert Jewett

 

Adam and Eve’s two eldest boys had dramatically different responses to God (Gen. 4:3-8).  Cain, a farmer, brought the Lord an offering “of the fruit” of the ground.  There was no need to trust God with sharing from his abundance.  On the other hand, Abel, a shepherd, brought the firstborn of his flock.  Abel trusted God to provide for him and offered up his firstborn.

The danger of blind religion is that it is faithless.  We know that it is impossible to please God without faith (Heb. 11:6).  Faithless religion is ritualistic and impersonal.  It is powerless to free a person from the bondage of sin.  Scripture informs us that Cain’s life was full of evil deeds (1 Jn. 3:12).   His blind religion deceived him to believe that his sin was okay as long as he made offerings to the Lord.  The Lord desires obedience more than sacrifices (1 Sam. 15:22).

Even in his sinful state, God gave Cain an opportunity to repent, “If you do well, will you not be accepted?”  God warned that if Cain chose not to do well, sin was crouching at the door desiring him.  Sadly, Cain chose to disregard God’s warning and killed his brother.

Just as Cain came to the crossroads of a decision, you too may have a decision to make.  Has faithless blind religion crept into your life?  If you have found yourself trying to do good deeds to make up for your habitual bad deeds, it is time to repent.  Confess your sins to God and turn from them. We would be honored to assist you as you begin to walk in obedience to Christ.

 

Lakeshore City Church meets Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Circle City Center (formerly Fender Museum), 365 N. Main St. in Corona. For more information, visit lakeshorecitychurch.com.

History 101

When was the first U.S. driver’s license issued?

By Elizabeth Nix on History.com

In 1886, German inventor Karl Benz patented what is generally regarded as the first modern car. Less than two decades later, in 1903, Massachusetts and Missouri became the first states to require a driver’s license, although it wasn’t necessary to pass a test to obtain one. In 1908, Henry Ford launched the Model T, the first affordable automobile for many middle-class Americans (1919 is when Ford’s native state of Michigan started issuing driver’s licenses and got his first one at age 56). The same year the Model T debuted, Rhode Island became the first state to require both a license and a driver’s exam (Massachusetts instituted a chauffeur exam in 1907 and started requiring tests for all other drivers in 1920).

California, now known for its car culture, started requiring licenses in 1913 and exams in 1927. However, it took several decades for licenses and tests to be adopted by all states. In 1930, only 24 states required a license to drive a car and just 15 states had mandatory driver’s exams. South Dakota was the last state to begin issuing licenses (without exams), in 1954. Additionally, a handful of states didn’t impose driver’s tests until the 1950s, including Alaska (1956), Arizona (1951), Idaho (1951), Illinois (1953), Missouri (1952) and Wisconsin (1956). In 1959, South Dakota became the final state to institute a driver’s exam requirement.

Getting a license was long considered a rite of passage for many American teenagers; however, in recent years the number of young people who are legal to drive has declined. Around 77 percent of Americans between the ages of 20 and 24 had driver’s licenses in 2014, compared with almost 92 percent in 1983, according to a 2016 report by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. Among 16 year olds, less than 25 percent had licenses in 2014, down from about 46 percent in 1983. Although the study didn’t cite specific reasons for the drop, other research has suggested that contributing factors include new transportation options as well as the Internet, which has made it possible for people to socialize and shop online instead of getting in a car to do so.

Jerk Chicken And Peach Skewers

with Curried Rice Pilaf

By Hello Fresh  recipe-jerk-chicken-pic-WEB

We’ve taken skewers to a whole new level with this Jamaican-inspired recipe. Our jerk seasoning will knock your socks off with a combination of 12 different herbs and spices. Add in tender chicken, sweet fruit, and curried rice, and you’ve got yourself a sweet and savory meal to remember.

Cooking Time: 30 min

Servings: 2

Nutrition: Calories: 494 cal, Fat: 8g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Protein: 48g, Carbs: 63 g, Sugar: 13 g, Sodium: 332 mg, Fiber: 7 g

Ingredients:

  • Chicken Breasts- 12 oz.
  • Basmati Rice- ½ cup
  • Snap Peas- 4 oz.
  • Red Onion- 1
  • Peach- 1
  • Jerk Seasoning- 1T (spicy)
  • Curry Powder- ½ t
  • Lemon- 1
  • Chicken Stock Concentrate- 1
  • Skewers- 4
  • Oil- 2t

Preparation:

  1. Prep: Wash and dry all produce. Preheat the broiler to high or oven to 500 degrees. If you want to use the grill, fire it up to high. Soak the skewers in water. Halve, peel, and finely dice half the onion. Cut the other half into 1-inch cubes for the skewers. Trim and cut the snap peas into ½-inch pieces. Halve, pit, and slice the peach into wedges. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Make the pilaf: Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, tossing, for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the rice and ½ teaspoon curry powder. Toss to combine. Add 1 cup water and the chicken stock concentrate. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes, until rice is tender. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir the snap peas into the rice. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Marinate the chicken: Toss the chicken in a medium bowl with the jerk seasoning, peaches, onion cubes, and a drizzle of oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Broil the skewers: Thread the chicken, onion, and peach wedges onto the skewers, alternating between each. Place onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 10-12 minutes, turning once, until cooked through and lightly charred. You can also cook the skewers on the grill.
  5. Finish and serve: Cut the lemon into wedges. Serve the jerk chicken skewers on a bed of curried rice pilaf. Squeeze over a lemon wedge and enjoy!

Whom Then Shall I Fear?

Mark Lee NewBy Pastor Mark Lee

Several years ago, a study was released connecting common worries with actual outcomes.  Subjects were asked to write down their fears over an extended period of time.  They were later asked to review their concerns and identify which came to fruition.  Remarkably, approximately 85 percent of what the subjects worried about never happened.  In short, they wasted their time and energy on absolutely nothing.

Of course, fear is part of life.  Daily concerns regarding health, finances, and responsibilities plague us.  In addition, there are national and global situations that create anxiety.  From terrorism and political turmoil to social unrest and natural disasters, it is not surprising that an estimated 19 million Americans have been diagnosed with anxiety disorders.

With fear being such an ingrained part of human nature, it is easy to see why it is a common theme in the Bible.  In fact, the word “fear” is mentioned more than 500 times in the King James Version.  At the same time, some biblical scholars claim the phrase “fear not” is repeated 365 times – one for each day of the year.  With “fear not” being the most repeated command in the Bible, you know it is a message that God wants us to take to heart.

Isaiah 41:10 says, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.  I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”  While belief in God does not make you immune to sadness or suffering, it does provide hope.  We can’t get rid of fear, but we can rest assured in knowing that God is in control.  After all, we know how this story will end.

 

VantagePoint Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

 

 

Help An Eastvale Resident Achieve Her Last Wish

By Racine Guajardo  

Photo courtesy: Karen’s GoFund Me : Karen Nordgren is asking for help in achieving her last wish since she was recently only given 6 months to 2 years to live.

Photo courtesy: Karen’s GoFund Me
: Karen Nordgren is asking for help in achieving her last wish since she was recently only given 6 months to 2 years to live.

Eastvale– Karen Nordgren, an Eastvale resident, suffers from a very rare primary immunodeficiency disorder (genetic) that causes constant ghastly respiratory infections. But she also suffers from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, which is the biggest cause of the short term life that she given to live.

With no history of even smoking one cigarette, Karen’s lungs are out of control. In order for her to breath, she is on a high dosage of steroids that have lead to more health issues such as diabetes, liver failure, and congestive heart failure. It has also caused her side effects that have turned her hair a different color, given her a gap in her front teeth, and resulted to excessive weight gain.

Karen is doing everything to stay positive and live out every day as much as she can as her body is willing. Her life motto is after a Disney movie: “just keep swimming, just keep swimming.” She has spent a lot of time doing fun activities, making memories, and attending events with her youngest daughter and her family. In the last couple of doctor visits, one doctor has said she has 1-2 years left to live and another has said she has 6 months.

Her last wishes are to move up north to spend time and make memories with her oldest daughter. Given the circumstances, her plans to move and retire there are pushed to be in a more high urgency.

A GoFund me account was created to help Karen achieve her goal and she says, “If you have any questions about my campaign or diseases, please do not hesitate to ask. You have probably already guessed that I’m an open book. So very many people have touched my heart and soul during this life; I hope I have touched yours, too.”

The link to her GoFund me account is www.gofundme.com/karennordgren

Chino’s Hidden Treasure: Clark’s Nutrition

Staff Reports   

Clark’s is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Stop by for yourselves and experience Clark’s great customer service, knowledgeable staff, and affordable pricing. Visit www.clarksnutrition.com.

Clark’s is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Stop by for yourselves and experience Clark’s great customer service, knowledgeable staff, and affordable pricing. Visit http://www.clarksnutrition.com.

Chino – Have you ever heard of Clark’s Nutrition? Imagine a Whole Foods, Sprouts, Trader Joes, and Nutrishop all under one roof… in your back yard, Chino! Clark’s Nutrition & Natural Foods Market is a rare find in the natural foods industry. If you haven’t discovered this amazing store yet, it is worth your time to investigate.

Marketing Director, Mike Barnett says, “Often people will tell us that they’ve heard of Clarks and they think it’s just another supplement shop, but once they walk inside our Chino store, they get what all the fuss is about.”

Clark’s stores not only have a huge selection of supplements (their Chino location has one of the largest supplement sections in the entire country), but they have a wide variety of organic grocery items, complete with gluten-free sections,  including Vegan and Vegetarian options, as well as a large selection of organic produce.

Want to get a free make-over with natural, cruelty-free make-up too? No problem, Clark’s has a make-up section that looks like something you’d see at a MAC make-up counter. Clark’s is the only retail partner with actress, Suzanne Somers, to offer her organic cosmetics and skin care line, SUZANNE Organics.

Clark’s is a pioneer in the health food world. They opened the doors of their first location in Riverside in 1972, long before health food became vogue. Today there are stores in Riverside, Loma Linda, Rancho Mirage and now Chino.

But have you ever been to a “health foods” store before and felt overwhelmed or weren’t sure where to start? Have you felt the opposite, like you knew more than the employee? Have no fear, Clark’s knows how refreshing it is to speak with health food store employees that know their stuff and are willing to share their knowledge.

The Clark’s slogan is, “Live better, we can help.”  How does Clark’s actually help people you ask? Clark’s has made their business thrive on helping to educate people about their health. Starkie Sowers, the Director of Education at Clarks says, “We have Nutritional Consultants at Clarks. These employees go through our 5 level in-house training program. It takes about 3 ½ years to get to a Level 5 at Clarks.” Clark’s takes education about health seriously. These knowledgeable (non-commission) Nutritional Consultants are one of the keys to why people love Clarks so much.

Clark’s is a great find for anyone looking to improve their health. They have competitive pricing, knowledgeable staff, a great product selection and a beautiful Chino location close to home.

Discover this Chino treasure located at 12835 Mountain Ave in Chino.

Great Things Happening At CNUSD

Staff Reports

A variety of great things happened in the Corona Norco Unified School District this last month. Read the recap below for more information.

  1. Centennial Football Coach Matt Logan was chosen to participate in “America’s Best Coach Contest.” He was one of 20 coaches that were selected to be part of the nation-wide honor with a chance to win money for their athletic department and a chance to be named a winner of the prestigious title.
  2. CNUSD proudly announced that former 2008 Santiago High School graduate, Chris Benard, will be representing at the 2016 Olympics in Rio for the track and field triple jump event.
  3. Roosevelt High School offered plenty of fun summer programs that helped students. Norco College STEM Robotics Camp gave them the opportunity to learn how to program a robot in order to move in a perfect square on its own and launch a ball.
  4. A Measure GG project update includes the working on the demolition of existing structures for the installation of the new buildings such as; administration buildings, libraries, multi-purpose rooms, testing labs, and classrooms that will be 21st century updated.
  5. At Harada Elementary School, Ms. Visnaw’s 6th graders are getting college ready by starting their day with a song that has them clapping and standing together as a group.
  6. On July 7, CNUSD opened their new Parent Center, with the goal of providing academic support, interventions, parent information workshops/training, support for parent involvement, mentorship resources, and much more.

 

Choosing A Road

Pastor Ed Moreno

Pastor Ed Moreno

By Pastor Ed Moreno

In Matthew 7:13-14, Jesus says that there are two gates and two roads.  There’s the wide gate and the broad road, and then there’s the small gate and the narrow road.

It is easier to get through a wide gate, and it’s easier to travel on a broad road. But being easy doesn’t make them the best choice.

Indeed, Jesus strongly advises against that gate and that road.

That leaves option #2, i.e., the small gate and the narrow road.  To ‘whom’ or to ‘what’ do these refer?

Well, in John 10:9 Jesus tells us that he is the gate.  He is the one through whom we get onto the narrow road.  The narrow road is the one where a person adheres to the teachings and commands of God the Father and Jesus his Son, as outlined in the Bible.

You are free to ‘choose’ which of these roads you’ll travel on.  But be aware that, as Jesus says in Matthew 7, the broad road leads to destruction.  The narrow road, on the other hand, leads to life.

Destruction and life refer to hell and heaven.  So, one wants to choose wisely.  Here’s a brief description of both based on a study of the various words Jesus uses to describe each of these eternal destinations.

With regards to hell: Hell is a place where God’s presence, glory, wisdom and purity are completely absent.  Hell is going to be a place where ongoing shame, deep sorrow and regret will be experienced by those who go there. They are going to realize, too late, that they’ve blown it – that they’ve missed their opportunity to accept Jesus, and that now they have to exist for all eternity in a negative place where there is absolutely no hope of things ever getting better.  No good will ever be experienced there.

With regards to heaven:  Heaven is a place that is unrivaled in beauty and in breathtaking sites to see.  Heaven is unparalleled in splendor, radiance, majestic colors, and magnificent sounds.  Heaven is an unimaginable visual and audible feast.  And it is the ultimate positive environment, to which nothing on earth can compare.  In heaven, there will be ongoing and genuine feelings of happiness, security, and sense of wellbeing.  In heaven there will be ongoing peace and stability.  In heaven there will be no sadness, sorrow, arguments, broken relationships, discouragement, sickness, suffering, pain, disease, death, evil, sin, betrayal, hurt or unfaithfulness – and the list goes on!

It’s your choice, but Jesus recommends that you choose the small gate and the narrow road.

 

New Day Christian Church meets Sundays at 9:30 and 11 a.m.  They are located at 7155 Hamner Avenue, at Schleisman Road, next to the Fire Station.  For more information, call (951) 278-8367, or visit http://www.newdaycc.net.

Smart & Final Comes To Eastvale

Staff Reports

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale recently announced that they will be welcoming a Smart & Final Extra to the new shopping center that will built on the corner of Limonite and Sumner.  The Smart & Final groundbreaking will be in the next few weeks of August and the store is expected to open in fall of 2017.

Many residents are excited about the new addition to Eastvale.  However, many expressed that they wanted a Trader Joe’s, Sprouts, or Whole Foods to come to the city too.  The City of Eastvale was very active on their Facebook page, explaining that all of those stores were approached but they all said no and sited “lack of population density as a key factor”.

The City of Eastvale is working hard to take the residents’ suggestions in consideration but sometimes it takes time for those types of businesses to come to Eastvale.  “We try very hard to provide timely information,” said the city said in a comment on their Facebook page. “We hope our citizens understand that we hear their comments and suggestions and we try very hard to accommodate. Sometimes it takes years to put a deal together. City staff are working extremely hard to make Eastvale a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Thank you again for your support and encouragement.”

Nonetheless, the city is very excited that the Smart & Final Extra will be joining the Eastvale family because it will provide the organic produce many Eastvale residents are looking for.

“All of the data and sales leakage reports show there is a need for additional grocers. Smart and Final Extra offers organic products/produce,” the City stated.

Smart & Final has been in business for 145 years and was founded in 1871 by Herman Hellman. Today, Smart & Final is a public company with over 8,000 employees working in more than 250 grocery stores in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Idaho and Northern Mexico. Smart & Final is headquartered in Commerce, California. For many years, Smart & Final was known as “The Smaller, Faster Warehouse Store” — a place where restaurant chefs and businesses shopped for restaurant-quality products at low prices. Today, Smart & Final caters to the needs of individuals, families, restaurants and local businesses. Smart & Final offers both smaller convenient sizes and larger bulk sizes for a vast array of products. The Smart & Final Extra! concept is the company’s newest store concept and these stores are much larger in size (27,000 SF to 31,000 SF) and the store finishes and merchandising display are very appealing. Smart & Final Extra! stores provide a greatly expanded product selection in key categories, including fresh produce, organics, fresh meats, frozen foods, dairy, deli and grocery basics like cereal, yogurt, bread and snacks.

 

Cluster Mailbox Theft/Security FAQ

Photo courtesy: City of Eastvale

Photo courtesy: City of Eastvale

City of Eastvale  

Who is responsible for our mailboxes and cluster mailboxes?

The mailboxes and cluster mailboxes used throughout the city are federal property under the United States Postal Service (USPS). They are controlled by the United States Postal Service, a branch of the federal government.

What should I do if my mailbox is broken into?

If you see a crime in progress or you suspect a mailbox break in is occurring, please call the Eastvale Police Department (Riverside County Sheriff’s Department), 911 emergency line. If the crime has already occurred please call the Eastvale Police Non-Emergency line at (951) 776-1099 AND the Postal Inspectors Office by calling (877) 876-2455 or visiting https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov to alert them of the break-in. It may also be helpful for you to alert your neighbors and your Home Owners Association (where applicable).

Why report mailbox break-ins?

Reporting mailbox break-ins, theft, or vandalism is incredibly important for prevention of future damage. The reporting to the Eastvale Police Department (Riverside County Sheriff’s Department) is critical for crime data, statistics and prevention. Damage to mailboxes or cluster mailboxes may delay mail delivery by the USPS. It may be helpful to have your neighbors and your Home Owners Association report break-ins as well.

Who is responsible for the mailboxes being repaired?

For developments that have a Home Owners Association (HOA) that includes coverage of the cluster mailboxes, the HOA will be the responsible party. For developments that pre-date the City’s incorporation in October 2010 and those that do not have a HOA that is responsible for the cluster mailboxes, the maintenance and repairs fall on the property owner whose mailbox is located on the respective cluster. The repairs must be coordinated and paid for by the responsible HOA or in collaboration with all the homeowners whose mailbox is located on the respective cluster. Per the USPS, contacting the US Postal Service, (800) 275-8777, prior to modifying or installing any mailbox equipment is mandatory.

The US Postal Service neither recommends nor endorses any particular equipment vendor.

How can I help?

The Postal Inspectors Office is asking people not to confront criminals directly as they may be dangerous. Rather, they are asking folks to try and get any form of identification (such as a license plate, vehicle description, photograph, or video footage) and report it to the Eastvale Police Department (951-776-1099) and to the Postal Inspector at (877-876-2455) as soon as possible. If the crime is in progress, call 911.

Citizens are encouraged to talk to neighbors and get involved or start a neighborhood watch program. Think strategically and talk to the neighbors in close proximity to the mailboxes who may be home during the day, willing to assist with video surveillance monitoring, or assist with keeping the area well lighted and clear of brush. If an HOA is applicable, ask them to help with preventative measures around the mailboxes.

Eastvale Dances For Finley

Photo courtesy: @fifiandmo Instagram Finley ready to dance with the community at the 65th Street LIVE Concert in the Park in Eastvale.

Photo courtesy: @fifiandmo Instagram
Finley ready to dance with the community at the 65th Street LIVE Concert in the Park in Eastvale.

Staff Reports

Eastvale – Hundreds of community members gathered on July 29 at Harada Heritage Park for the 65th Street LIVE Concerts in the Park to dance for one special Eastvale resident: 3-year-old Finely Smallwood.

The Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) Parks and Recreation Department organized the event so the community can come together to help Finley raise money and awareness about Cerebral Palsy.

Finley was born 9 weeks premature and suffers from Cerebral Palsy. She loves to dance, but can’t move without help. Her parents, Christian and Jose Smallwood, received news that Finley is a great candidate for selective dorsal rhizotomy. The procedure may help her walk and even dance on her own someday; however, the procedure is not covered under their medical insurance. That is where the #DareToDanceChallenge was born.

The loving community joined together to take the #DareToDanceChallenge that Finley’s mother, Christina Smallwood and neighbor, Brittany Rodriguez, started. Many local residents were in attendance at the Concerts in the Park, including JCSD staff, local law enforcement agencies, CNUSD staff, and City of Eastvale staff members. Even a local cheer and dance group, Sinergy, provided a gift to Finley and cheered her on. Don’t Stop Believing, a Journey Cover Band that was performing that night, joined in on the challenge and danced while Meghan Trainor’s song, “Better When I’m Dancing” was playing between sets.

Trainor’s song is one of Finley’s favorites and was first featured in a silly video of Christina and Finley dancing. The #DareToDanceChallenge took off when the LA County Fire Department posted a video of the fire fighters dancing with Finley and Christina. KTLA picked up the story and the challenge went viral. Many have posted videos of themselves dancing, such as Perez Hilton, and contestants from the Bachelor TV Show. Even Disneyland has conducted events to support Finley.

Photo courtesy: JCSD Local Synergy cheer and dance team posed with 3-year-old Finley Smallwood and her mom Christina at the 65th Street LIVE Concert in the Park in Eastvale. The event was organized by JCSD so the community could dance for Finley and help raise money for her surgery.

Photo courtesy: JCSD
Local Synergy cheer and dance team posed with 3-year-old Finley Smallwood and her mom Christina at the 65th Street LIVE Concert in the Park in Eastvale. The event was organized by JCSD so the community could dance for Finley and help raise money for her surgery.

Participates of the challenge are asked to post a video of themselves dancing with the hashtag #DareToDanceChallenge. Then they have to tag a few friends to take the challenge. If those friends don’t post a video of themselves dancing in 24 hours, they must donate $20 to Finley’s campaign. However, of course you can dance AND donate too!

As of press time, the Smallwoods have raised $52,497 of their $60,000 goal. They almost have enough money to be able to afford Finley’s surgery, cost of travel expenses, and cover the cost of intensive therapy for Finley’s recovery after the surgery. But they haven’t reached their goal yet so you can still join in on the challenge!

JCSD recently posted their video of community kids dancing, JCSD staff dancing, and the 76th Street Live Concerts in the Park event (Facebook/JCSDParks). JCSD then challenged Corona Norco Unified School District, City of Eastvale, City Of Jurupa Valley, Jurupa Unified School District, and the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District to take the challenge.

Join us in dancing for Finley! “We Dare YOU Dare to Dance!”

Visit www.doyoudaretodance.com for more information about Finley’s story and how you can donate.

Photo courtesy: JCSD Local law enforcement and officials gave gifts to Finley and her mother Christina.

Photo courtesy: JCSD
Local law enforcement and officials gave gifts to Finley and her mother Christina.

Eastvale Community News Complete Edition August 2016

The Eastvale Community News covers local news for Eastvale, Norco, Corona, and Chino. 2016-08-EastvaleNews-COVERClick the following link to access the complete issue in pdf format:2016-08-EastvaleNews-FULL

Gods Path Or Your Path

rob-norris-BW-2x2By Pastor Rob Norris

Think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths. Proverbs 3:6

Although the Lord showers His goodness on all men and women, the ability to perceive and enjoy it is limited by a refusal to reverence Him as God. To experience the fullness of His kindness, we must honor Him by choosing His way of submission and obedience. The Lord will never withhold His goodness from those who walk uprightly with Him. For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

In love and wisdom, the Father has specifically designed a pathway for each of His children. Because no two people are alike, each path will look different. What may be best for one person may not be good for another. Comparison of God’s ways in different lives will lead only to discouragement and misjudgment. We have neither the wisdom nor the eternal perspective to understand why the Lord leads some people down a road of pain and hardship, but we can know that He is always good.

Every step on God’s pathway represents a deliberate choice to follow Him. By looking around instead of fixing our eyes on Jesus, we may start thinking that we are missing out on some really good experiences or possessions. If we leave the Lord’s course to follow one that looks better, we will forfeit His good blessings and discover, as Adam and Eve did, that any other way leads to loss.

Live It

Take time periodically to ask yourself, Am I on the path the Lord has chosen for me, or have I taken a detour to follow another direction that looks good? To build our own course and ignore the goodness and abundance of His pathway is foolishness. God alone knows the way we should take.

Pray
Ask the Lord to put you on His path and to have the faith to see it through.

The Crossings meets Sundays at 10 a.m. at River Heights Intermediate School, 7227 Scholar Way, in Eastvale.    For more information, visit http://www.atthecrossings.com.

 

Crime Recap

Staff Reports

Eastvale– The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, including Eastvale Police and Corona Police, have done a great job combating crime in the area. Read a recap below to see what happened in the month of July.

Eastvale – On July 4, Eastvale Police Department responded to assist Cal-Fire who was on scene of a possible overdose. The officers arrived with information that gunshots were heard and possibly someone was shot. The suspect was in a room and refused to come out. He later was identified as Thomas Williams. Williams fired multiple rounds through the door towards the officers and was not willing to cooperate. Therefore, assistance from the Corona Police Department and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department helped the Eastvale PD arrest Williams with no injuries.

Corona– On July 5, the Corona Police Department responded to a suspicious package at the Veterans Memorial located near City Hall. It was described as a newer duffel bag that was wedged between the kiosk and the building. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Hazardous Device Team (HDT) was called in and identified the package as not containing any hazardous materials or devices.

Eastvale– On July 26, the Eastvale Police Department’s Traffic Division conducted a grant-funded speed enforcement operation. It was conducted in areas where major injury and collisions happen, the operation was conducted from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. The results of the operation were: 45 citations for driving above the posted speed limit.

Jurupa Valley– On July 29, the Jurupa Valley Police Department deployed enforcement for Distracted Drivers. Not only are distracted drivers dangerous to themselves but to others as well. The results of the operations were: 7 citations were issued to drivers who were talking on their cellular phones or texting while driving and 2 of the drivers were also cited for driving without a valid driver’s license.

Jurupa Valley- On July 30, the Jurupa Valley Police Department conducted a sweep to find suspects with outstanding warrants. The officers served warrants and/or arrested offenders who had failed to appear for their scheduled court dates or who had also violated the terms of their probation in an outstanding traffic-related case. The results of the sweep were: 64 warrants attempted, and 34 warrants served.

 

Did You Know?

Eastvale Street Sweeping Reminder

City of Eastvale  

Street Sweeping days and times vary based on location

Photo courtesy: City of Eastvale
Street Sweeping days and times vary based on location

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale contracts through Waste Management with Dickson Street Sweeping for street sweeping services. This service ensures that all City-approved arterial, residential, industrial and alley roadways are kept clean. Maintaining clean streets keeps the City of Eastvale beautiful and complies with the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements. Residents maybe unaware of the storm water pollution (polluted runoff) problem, and the threat it poses to the local Santa Ana River, lakes and streams.

Street parking is prohibited during the days and times identified on the street sweeping sign posted at the main entrance(s) to each development. The “No Parking Zone” is enforceable during the block of time identified on the posted sign, regardless of the location of the street sweeper on the scheduled route. Street sweeping services will continue rain or shine and will not take place on holidays. Vehicles parked on the street during those days and between the posted hours will be cited under section 10.20.040-Parking prohibited-street sweeping. The fine amount is $50.00. For residents who wish to contest their citations, please follow the instructions located on the back of the citation.

Residents are encouraged to pay close attention to the street sweeping sign(s) posted at the entrance of your development. If you wish to view the street sweeping maps for the community, please visit the Street Sweeping page on the City’s website, http://www.EastvaleCA.gov/residents/street-sweeping. For more information regarding the street sweeping schedule, general street maintenance or service, please call Eastvale City Hall at (951) 361-0900.

About the City of Eastvale

Eastvale, one of California’s newest cities, incorporated on October 1, 2010. Roughly ten years prior, Eastvale was a part of the world-famous Chino dairy area, home to thousands of dairy cattle and only a handful of residents. Today, Eastvale has an ever-growing population of 63,162 residents according to recent CA Department of Finance data. Roughly 90 percent of the city is developed and served by a variety of local and regional shopping centers. Eastvale residents are proud of their community and of incorporation as well as the chance to chart their own future as an independent city. Eastvale is a young and dynamic community in Western Riverside County filled with economic opportunity and strong values. The City Council values and encourages public participation in the governing process. For more information on the City of Eastvale, please visit: www.eastvaleca.gov.

Outdoor Fun and Relaxation

Fairmount Park

Photo courtesy: Racine Guajardo

Photo courtesy: Racine Guajardo

By Racine Guajardo  

Riverside- This park features various entertainment for a family filled day such as, two tennis courts, playground, picnic facilities, a rose garden, fishing at Lake Evans and Brown Lake, lawn bowling green, barbecue areas, and a restored historic boathouse that offers pedal boat rentals.

Fairmount Park is located at 2601 Fairmount Blvd. in Riverside. The park lies between the Santa Ana River and Route 60 to the north with an area of 35 acres. If you exit Market Street, the destination is on your right side, which is easy to find!

At the park, there is access to walking trails. Walks around the park and on the bridge also give a nice view to see wild life such as ducks and geese on the Lake.

One man fishing said, “this is one of few places that I enjoy fishing at.” He also said he likes going in the evening time about 5 or 6 p.m. because he caught 4 fish in one day.

A Chino resident, Mary Gonzales says, “ I went two weeks ago (at the concert in the park) it was nice a lot of families having fun enjoying dancing and barbecue. I was also there about 2 months ago for a huge car show that had a DJ and a taco man.”

The bonding experience between parents and kids are memories you won’t forget. Michael Mascarenas says, “I like Fairmount Park mostly because of the environment, its family friendly, they allow pets, my daughter loves to fish in the lakes, and the park itself is big and roomy with nice playgrounds.”

Families enjoy taking the drive to Fairmount to escape the heat. Indio resident Marlena Arcides loves to take her three boys and says, “We always take a walk around the whole park and stop in the rose garden area and finish off at the play ground. Robert said his favorite part is the tank, Isaac said his favorite is the play ground and Damian said he likes everything about it.”

Within Fairmount Park, there is also a service kitchen for banquets and meetings that may be rented through the Park and Recreation Department at (951) 826-2000. Also, there is a nine-hole golf facility that you can go to whether you are new or an experienced golfer. The Fairmount golf course has a lighted driving range with mats or grass hitting areas, 2 practice greens, a meeting facility and snack bar and we are open 365 days a year.

If you would like to know more information, you may visit www.riversideca.gov and look under the Parks, Recreation, & Community Services.

Pay It Forward

Pastor, Rich-FountainBy Pastor Rich Fountain

 

There is a concept or deed that has become more familiar and more popular in our culture; it’s called “Pay It Forward.” Maybe you’ve driven through a Starbucks recently and the server tells you the car in front of you paid for your coffee. A few years ago there was even a movie staring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt by that name. In the movie a young student of a teacher who was played by Kevin Spacey came up with a concept of how we can change our world. It was a simple concept, you help three people who in turn help 3 people each and before long the entire world has been helped. He called it Pay It Forward.

This terminology actually dates back to 1916 when an author named Lily Hammond wrote a book entitled “In The Garden Of Delight.” In the book she wrote, “you can’t repay love, you pay it forward.” Today this concept has become a movement where we now have a Pay It Forward day on April 30th. Last year, 70 countries joined in on Pay It Forward day.  I recently saw a report where a man drove though a Chick-fil-A and gave the cashier $1,000.00 and told them to pay for everyone’s food behind him until the money ran out. The manager told of several people who came through the drive through and started crying and shared how they were having tough times or it had been a tough day and that really made their day. I’ve now seen numerous stories of people Paying It Forward.

Hebrews 12:2 tells us, “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”  We see here that the originator of Pay It Forward was Jesus. When Jesus went to the cross He was paying it forward. Romans 8:29 calls Him the “Firstborn among many brethren.”  Col. 1:18 calls Him “the firstborn from the dead.” Jesus went to the cross to pay it forward so that mankind could be redeemed and restored to right relationship with the Father. Everything that Jesus did, He did it with you and I in mind. He was willing to sacrifice His own good for our good.

Think about it, Mankind has this selfish nature. The man Jesus dealt with this in the garden. We See Him asking the Father, “If there’s any way let this cup pass from me.” The flesh didn’t want to go to the cross. Then the selfless Jesus rose up and said, “Not My will but thine be done.” We all deal with this to some degree. We want it our way and we want it how and when we desire. Everyone of use has this character flaw. I can honestly say I have never met a person who doesn’t deal with this in some form or another. The challenge is to overcome this flaw and live a life that is selfless rather than selfish. When we learn this valuable lesson and then begin to apply it in our lives we really begin to Pay it Forward.

I can never repay God for the love, grace and mercy He has shown me but I can Pay it Forward to someone else by sharing that grace with someone I come in contact with.

 

Rich Fountain is the Student Pastor for Faith Life Center Church. They are located at 3778 Milliken/Hamner Ave Eastvale, CA 91752. They meet every Sunday at 8:30 am & 11 am.

 

Verizon’s Wireless Telecommunications Tower In Eastvale

By Valerie Gutierrez

Eastvale– Many Eastvale residents gathered at Rosa Parks Elementary on July 13 to voice their concerns about a future installation of a new 50-foot-high wireless telecommunications tower behind the Grapewin residential neighborhood.

The Verizon 50-foot wireless telecommunication tower, disguised as a “monopalm,” with ancillary equipment in a 17-foot by 19-foot lease area at 8306 Grapewin Street with an access easement on the adjacent parcel to the north of the project site has many Eastvale residents excite and others unhappy.

The applicant, Courtney Stenridge, from Verizon, provided a PowerPoint presentation at the meeting and discussed the benefits to the community, need of customers, and the elements of the site selection.

Bill Frescas, engineer from Verizon, discussed coverage areas that would be improved by the new tower and discussed the Radio Frequency Study performed by Hammett and Edison, an independent third party. Eastvale residents had their own comments regarding this study.

The proposed “monopalm” would be equipped with 12 panel antennas and one microwave dish Ground-mounted equipment at the base of the monopalm consisting of two equipment cabinets, one generator, and apparatus surrounded by a 6-foot-high block wall. The tower and the attached antennas will be designed to look like a palm tree. All ground-level equipment will be installed within the boundary of the lease area and screened behind a 6-foot-high split-face wall.

When the project was first presented on May 18, 2016, the Planning Commission considered the project for future development and voted 3-0 to continue the project discussion so that the entire Commission could be present to hear testimony and take part in the decision-making process. A month later, on June 15, 2016, Verizon came back to the Planning Commission with a new and developed project after in-depth research was done. However, the Planning Commission voted 3-1 to deny the project that they presented.

According to Planning Director, Eric Norris, Eastvale’s Planning Commission instructed Verizon to revise the plan that was denied and re-present it during the next meeting on August 24, 2016. The Planning Commission “Did not feel [that the City of Eastvale] would gain enough benefit from the [proposed] project,” said Norris.

Eastvale residents surrounding Grapewin Street have mixed reviews regarding the proposed project. Some are excited to finally get good coverage as they say they hardly have any cell phone signal/reception in that area. However, the majority of the residents expressed their worry about their family’s health concerns as well as their current view overlooking the Santa Ana River. After residents learned that Verizon had looked at seven other sites for a new cell phone tower, four which were on residential properties, they burst claiming that the tower was in their “residential backyard.”

During the meeting on July 13, Verizon explained that no material visuals impacts would be a problem considering that the area already consists of mature trees. The 50-foot monopalm would blend in with the existing trees, creating a site where the tower would not be visual. Verizon also claimed that the project site is 144 feet away from the nearest residents and that compared to other telecommunications towers that are approximately 75 to 90 feet high, this Grapewin tower will only be 50-feet high, taking residents’ concerns serious.

“About 50 to 60 residents showed up to cast their concerns,” said Norris. Many of those were well organized and prepared to make their voices heard.

Maintenance personnel will visit the site every four to six weeks to ensure the equipment is functioning properly and to perform regular and emergency maintenance via the access easement on the adjacent parcel to the north. Maintenance could occur at any time of the day or night. Among several of the many concerns pointed out by residents were as followed:

  • Visual nuisance with privacy of the 50-foot-high telecommunications tower.
  • Maintenance’s team on tower with bedroom views is unacceptable.
  • Verizon having 24 hours access to the tower glaring lights in the middle of the night.
  • Noises from generators as they maintain and service the tower.

Residents also came prepare to speak health concerns revealing that cell phone towers emit Radio Frequency radiation (RF). The cell phone industry’s stance is that RF that is in the non-heating range of the EMF spectrum. Eastvale residents explained to Council Members and Verizon that science had concluded that even low-level of exposure to RF is linked to many illnesses. Symptoms and illnesses include: headaches, memory and concentration issues, blood brain barrier leakage problems, heart problems, increase heart rates, increase stress hormone levels, nosebleeds, and increase in seizures among others.

Approximately more than two hours were spent on the night of July 13 discussing Verizon’s “monopalm” tower. Though no final decision has been made, Eastvale residents and city members urge local residents to attend the “August 24 meeting where the 50-foot-high plan will be presented back to the city council

Veteran Reunited At Planes Of Fame Event

Staff Reports

Major Tashjian and l.t. Col. Purdy in 1944

Photo courtesy: Planes of Fame
Major Tashjian and l.t. Col. Purdy in 1944

 

Chino – Planes of Fame Museum in Chino will be hosting a unique Living History Flying Day event this weekend, where an author will be present and a WWII Fighter Pilot will be reunited with the actual aircraft that he flew in combat in 1944.

The museum recently received absolute proof that their Vought F4U-1A Corsair flew in the combat zone during WWII. The story behind this discovery goes down to the work of author Michele Spry.

In honor of this discovery, Planes of Fame will be hosting a unique, Living History event on August 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., which will feature the Vought F4U-1A Corsair and pilot. The event will take place at Planes of Fame Air Museum, located at 7000 Merrill Avenue #17, Chino, CA 91710. Museum doors will open at 9 a.m.

Major Tashjian & l.t. Col. Purdy in 2016

Photo courtesy: Planes of Fame
Major Tashjian & l.t. Col. Purdy in 2016

Major John Tashjian, who flew the F4U Corsair in combat and author Michele Spry will be the event’s speakers. Unfortunately, Lt. Col. Purdy (who also flew the F4U in combat) will not be able to travel to California for the event, but his daughter Gayla Maier will be a guest speaker as well. A question and answer period will follow the speakers.

The Vought F4U-1A Corsair will be on display and perform a flight demonstration. At 12 p.m., the Raffle Flight will occur. All members are eligible to enter the Raffle, but you must be present to win. You can also become a member so you can enter the Raffle.

Author Michele Spry is a native of Columbia, Missouri and President of Midway Electric, Inc. Michele’s business was awarded the 2009 Blue Ribbon Award from the US Chamber of Commerce. In 2011, her company received the Free Enterprise Honoree Award from the US Chamber of Commerce given to 25 companies across the USA and in 2012 they received the Flag of Freedom Award for hiring veterans.

Among her numerous awards and honors for business and leadership, Michele is also an accomplished author. In 2013 she self-published her first children’s book titled “Tom T’s Hat Rack” and on July 4, 2106 has released her second children’s book titled “A Trip To Remember”.

Kevin Thompspon (POF Moderator and Aviation Historian) and Edward Maloney (Museum founder & Curator, and Aviation Historian) will moderate and join in the presentation.

Planes of Fame Museum’s mission is to preserve aviation history, inspire interest in aviation, educate the public, and honor aviation pioneers and veterans. The Museum sponsors regular events in the form of inspirational experiences, educational presentations, flight demonstrations, and airshows in fulfillment of this mission.

Planes of Fame Air Museum is “Where Warbirds Fly and Aviation History Lives”.

For more information, visit planesoffame.or