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Five Morning Tips to Prepare for the Day

By StatePoint

Are most of your mornings spent running out the door with breakfast in-hand, and applying your makeup on-the-go? It’s easy to snooze, and rush all the way to work – but building a routine that gives you a calm and efficient morning can make you feel more prepared to take on your day. If you haven’t nailed it yet, don’t fret.

To celebrate the similarities and differences of women’s routines, the team at Carefree is offering some tips to make mornings easier.

  1. Rise and shine. Do you hit the snooze button one too many times? Avoid being late again. Place your alarm out of reach so that in order to turn it off, you have to get out of bed. If you use your phone to wake up, consider setting your alarm tone to a song that annoys you — you’ll be happy to get out of bed to make it stop!

You may not have time for a full workout in the morning, but moving a bit upon getting out of bed can get the blood flowing, help wake you up and give you a metabolism boost. Start the day with a few stretches and body weight exercises, such as lunges and planks.

  1. Perk up. Perk up with a morning ritual that activates your mind. Enjoy your cup of coffee or green tea alongside a brain teaser, Sodoku or crossword puzzle. Or spend the time writing a journal entry, scanning the morning headlines, or reading a chapter of a book. Taking a few moments to warm up the mind can encourage greater productivity all day long.
  1. Eliminate bed head. You can shave substantial minutes off your morning routine by doing your hair the night before. After washing and conditioning your locks, leave hair up in buns or clips while sleeping. In the morning, undo the up-do and use a little spray before heading out the door.
  1. Makeup magic. When there’s no time for a full morning makeover, stick to the basics. Start with a moisturizer with SPF so you can protect your skin and keep it hydrated. Use under eye concealer to easily eliminate any signs of fatigue. If you do need to abbreviate the full eye makeup routine, don’t omit a quick coat of mascara, which can help you look wider-eyed and more awake with a few seconds of effort. Lastly, give lips shine and protect them from chapping with a lip balm that preferably contains SPF.
  1. Be Free to Be You. Feminine care is one routine element that links all women. It’s a part of life, and as we all know – it’s not always predictable. “Liner Up!” every morning with Carefree Acti-Fresh liners, which are soft, thin and absorbent enough to go unnoticed, helping you feel confident as you go throughout your day. It is easy to incorporate them into your daily regimen by storing them in your underwear drawer—you will never forget to give yourself a layer of protection again.

Walnut’s Recent Council Meeting

By Natalie Kim 

Walnut – The first Walnut Council meeting of 2017 began with the Council introducing a new award for the City. Jacqueline Yu and Jonathan Lee were the inaugural recipients of the City’s new Outstanding Young Citizen Recognition award, as the Council recognized and praised “home grown heroes” for pursuing innovating and unique paths. First to be honored was Jacqueline Yu, who graduated from Walnut High School by the age of 15 and enrolled in Mt. Sac’s honors program. She has pursued acting while studying forensics, and has been successful in both endeavors, earning a Bovero Top Speaker Award as well as featuring on Disney Channel and several music videos. Yu was named as Mt. Sac’s 2016 Student of Distinction and is currently enrolled at UC Berkeley. Jonathan Lee was unable to attend the meeting, but was honored as an Outstanding Young Citizen. Lee graduated from UCLA and interned at prestigious companies such as Merrill Lynch and the Disney Company, and is currently a revenue operations accountant for Netflix.

During the oral communications, residents expressed concern and confusion over the updated employment agreement of the City Manager, Rob Wishner. However, according to the Brown Act, the Council was unable to respond to the public at the time, and moved on to the public hearing.

Following the public hearing, the Council approved the minutes of the December 14 City Council meeting and a resolution selecting projects for the 2017-2018 Program Year of the Community Development Block Grant Program.

The Council then approved all items on the consent calendar, including a resolution allowing the City claims and demands in the amount of $1,095,816.93; a resolution allowing the City Council to establish a self-insurance reserve; the 2017 investment policy; the authorization to contract with MIG, Inc. to prepare and complete an environmental impact report and CEOA documentation for the Walnut Ranch Expansion Project; the amendment and restating the City Manager Employment Agreement; the final acceptance of Areas 1 & 2 Street Resurfacing Project; a resolution allowing the City as Successor Agency allowing claims and demands in the amount of $125,000; and a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report the year ended June 30, 2016.

Council member Tragarz as well as other residents brought up concerns and a question surrounding the City Manager’s amended employment agreement. However, several residents loudly declared their support for the City Manager’s new contract, and following the wishes of their constituents, the Council approved the amended employment contract.

Following individual reports and comments from Council members, the Council adjourned to January 25, 2017 at 2101 La Puente Rd.

Flu Facts and Places to Avoid

By Nancy Bostrom

Widespread flu is reported in our state and nearly half the country right now and health officials say that means you can expect more people to get sick in the next few weeks.

The best way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, but it takes two weeks for the shot to become effective.  In the meantime, the best protection is good hygiene. That’s why physicians at American Family Care, with urgent care clinics in our area, have identified the top five germiest places and how to protect yourself from them.

Top 5 Germiest Places to Avoid During Flu Season:

  1. Debit card machine.   Get into the habit of punching in your debit card pin with a knuckle instead of a fingertip.  This way if you rub your eye or mouth with your fingertip, you’re not transferring germs.
  1. Community pens. Whether at work or signing a credit card receipt at a store, never pick up a public pen because they’re covered with other people’s germs.  Keep a pen handy for any situation that could pop up.
  1. Shaking hands.   People are more germ-conscious these days so avoiding a handshake is not as rude as once thought, especially during flu season.  If you must do it, wash or sanitize your hands immediately.
  1. Cell phones, tablets.  We are constantly using our phones or computer tablets to show friends and coworkers pictures or videos. This means other people are putting their germs on something you are constantly touching.  Get into the habit of wiping your phone down with a disinfecting wipe to cut down on spreading germs.
  1. Gas pump.  Drivers must get gas no matter what, sick or not. Protect yourself at the pump, grab a paper towel by the pump before picking up the gas nozzle.  You can also use the paper towel as a barrier when punching in your debit/credit card info.

FAST FLU FACTS:

  • Children under the age of 6, pregnant women and adults 65 or older are at high risk for serious flu complications like inflammation of the heart, brain or muscle tissues or multi-organ failure.
  • Most experts think flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when someone with flu coughs, sneezes or talks. They can infect you from six feet away.
  • People can carry the virus and risk exposing others when they show little symptoms.
  • Frequently touched surfaces at work or school should be cleaned and disinfected especially if someone is ill.

 

 

Walnut Valley USD Seeks Members for WV Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee

By WVUSD 

WALNUT- The Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD) is looking for qualified, interested individuals to serve on the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee.

On November 8, 2016, voters residing within the WVUSD passed Measure WV.  Measure WV is a $152,880,000 bond measure that authorizes funding for needed repairs, upgrades, and new construction projects to the District’s schools. Proposition 39 required a 55% super majority for approval; Measure WV was passed by 64.31%.

An active oversight committee is part of the accountability and auditing process to ensure that a check and balance system is effective.  The Committee consists of a minimum of seven members appointed by the Board of Trustees from a list of candidates submitting written applications and based on criteria established by Prop 39.  The District is seeking applications from interested individuals willing to serve a term on the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • One (1) member shall be the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the District.
  • One (1) member shall be both a parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the District and active in a parent-teacher organization, such as the P.T.A. or a school site council.
  • One (1) member active in a business organization representing the business community located in the District.
  • One (1) member active in a senior citizens’ organization.
  • One (1) member active in a bona-fide taxpayers association.
  • Two (2) members of the community at-large.

A copy of the Bylaws and an Application may be downloaded from the District’s website at www.wvusd.k12.ca.us.  Completed Applications are to be emailed to Business Services Interim Assistant Superintendent Kenneth Goodson kgoodson@wvusd.k12.ca.us by 4:30 PM on February 24, 2017.

 

 

Cervical Cancer Awareness

By Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

No woman should die of cervical cancer. You can help prevent cervical cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21.

Cervical Cancer is highly preventable with regular screening tests and appropriate follow-up care. It also can be cured when found early and treated.

Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccines are available to protect against the types of HPV that most often cause cervical cancer.

HPV is very common in the United States and is passed from one person to another during sex. It is so common that nearly all sexually active men and women get it at some point in their lives, but few women will get cervical cancer. Talk to your health care provider about whether the HPV test is right for you.

Screening Tests: Two tests can help prevent cervical cancer or find it early—
  • The Pap test (or Pap smear) looks for precancers,which are cell changes on the cervix that might become cervical cancer if they are not treated appropriately.
  • The HPV test looks for the virus that can cause these cell changes.

The Pap test is recommended for women between ages 21 and 65, and can be done in a doctor’s office or clinic. Women should start getting Pap tests regularly at age 21. If your Pap test results are normal, your doctor may say you can wait three years until your next Pap test. If you are 30 years old or older, you may choose to have an HPV test along with the Pap test. Both tests can be performed by your doctor at the same time. If your test results are normal, your chance of getting cervical cancer in the next few years is very low. Your doctor may then say you can wait as long as five years for your next screening.

If you have a low income or do not have health insurance, you may be able to get a free or low-cost Pap test through CDC’s National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program.

HPV Vaccine

Get the HPV vaccine if you are in the age group for which it’s recommended. The HPV vaccine protects against the types of HPV that most often cause cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. It is recommended for preteens (both boys and girls) aged 11 to 12 years, but can be given as early as age 9 and until age 26.

$65K Raised By SB Sheriff Rodeo

By SBCS
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Rodeo is one of the few community events that bring together residents, business owners, city and county officials, and law enforcement for one purpose – strengthening community ties and creating just plain fun!
The 17th Annual P.R.C.A Sheriff’s Rodeo was held at the Glen Helen Regional Park during the third weekend in September. Over 26,000 people attended the three-day event which provided a memorable experience for the community and all who participated. Several of the world’s top professional cowboys performed bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, barrel racing and team roping. Those in attendance enjoyed performances by PRCA Rodeo Clown Punkintown, Norco Drill Team and Riata Ranch Cowgirls. Last year’s specialty act was Cowboy Kenny Bartram’s Steel Rodeo Tour. Fans were on the edge of their seats during their performance.
The success of the rodeo and the support from the sponsors has allowed over $65,000. in donations to be given back to the community. Proceeds from our event continue to support the youth in our community with the ultimate goal of developing them into responsible citizens.
Cash donations were given to the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the Challenged Children’s Rodeo, Children’s Fund, the 4H Club of San Bernardino, Loma Linda University Hospital for breast cancer research, Man Up Crusade, Norco Cowgirls and various Sheriff’s Department Volunteer groups whose assistance is essential to the success of the rodeo.
Mark September 22nd, 23rd, and 24th on your calendars for this year’s Sheriff’s PRCA Rodeo that benefits the children of San Bernardino County. We encourage you to arrive early and meander among the many merchandise vendors and partake in the food and beverages that will be available to you.
The rodeo grounds are located in Devore a short distance from the I15/I215 interchange. Take the Devore turn off or Glen Helen Parkway exit.

 

Possession of Counterfeit Currency and a Controlled Substance

By City of Eastvale

On January 18, 2017, Eastvale Police Officers responded to a report of a shoplifting in progress at a retail store at 12315 Limonite Avenue, Eastvale. When officers arrived, they detained a man and woman as they exited the store. Officers discovered the woman, Cherokee Hicks (age 39 of Chino), was in possession of methamphetamine for sale and was under the influence of a controlled substance. The man, Iban Perez (age 36 of Ontario), was under the influence of a controlled substance.

Officers located Hicks’ vehicle in the parking lot and located a third suspect, David Suarez (age 36 of Ontario), inside the vehicle. Suarez was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, and he was under the influence of a controlled substance. Officers also recovered counterfeit currency in the vehicle.

Hicks was booked for possession of a controlled substance for sales, possession of counterfeit currency, and being under the influence of a controlled substance. Perez was booked for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Suarez was booked for possession of a controlled substance and for being under the influence of a controlled substance.

This investigation is on-going, and the Eastvale Police Department requests that anyone with additional information contact Deputy Ce. Martinez at 951-955-2600.

 

Vegan Banana Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins

Vegan Banana Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins 

 

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 By Adriana Sepulveda 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour organic white wheat
  • 1/2 cup oats
  • 3/4 cups raw sugar
  • 3 med bananas
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cups chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup oil

Preparation: Bake at 375 for 18 minutes.

Enjoy! 

No More Failed New Year Resolutions

By Nancy Stoops

It’s that time of year where we all start setting some new resolutions for 2016.  As we do this, we also wonder why we didn’t meet our 2015 resolutions.  Usually the reason we don’t accomplish resolutions or goals in general is because we make them unrealistic.  We also don’t give ourselves credit for accomplishing part of the goal.  For example let’s say you wanted to loose thirty pounds this year and you lost fifteen pounds.  I say that you were successful because you did part of what you set out to do.  I say if we move in the right direction of our goals them we are successful.  I also believe that if we are able to incorporate this mindset then we will eventually meet the entire goal.  On the other hand if you feel you have failed chances are you‘ll probably put the fifteen pounds back on that you originally lost and then really beat yourself up.

Be smarter this year and set more realistic goals.  Also remember that all good things take time.  More importantly meeting a goal is usually about changing a habit.  It can take awhile some times to successfully change a habit.  Think of your goals as more of lifestyle changes.  If your goal is to lose weight or to get in better shape think about how long you have had your bad habits and that you are trying to make permanent changes in your lifestyle.  Don’t be so hard on yourself this year and learn to be happy with the baby steps that you accomplish toward the big goal that you have in mind.  Also learn to reward yourself as you accomplish each baby step.  Make this New Year the year you stop self sabotaging and finally meet those life changing goals.  I believe in all you and know that you can be and have what you deserve if you just follow my plan. Happy New Year!!!!!!

This article was written by Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T.  Nancy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Nancy runs free family support groups, a group on loss for seniors, and groups for teens.  For more information about any of these services feel free to contact her at (909)229-0727.  You may e-mail Nancy at nancyjstoops@verizon.net. You may purchase Nancy’s books Live Heal and Grow and Midnight the Therapy Dog at Amazon.com.

 

Mozzarella Crusted Chicken

MOZZARELLA-CRUSTED CHICKEN recipebw

with Blistered Tomatoes and Potato Wedges

By Hello Fresh 

Cooking Time: 30 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: 545 cal, Fat: 17 g, Sat. Fat: 5 g, Protein: 52 g, Carbs: 56 g, Sugar: 6 g, Sodium: 355 mg, Fiber: 7 g

Ingredients:

  • Yukon Potatoes- 12 oz.
  • Roma Tomatoes- 2
  • Panko Breadcrumbs- ½ Cup
  • Dried Oregano- 1 tsp
  • Paprika- 1 tsp
  • Mozzarella Cheese- ½ Cup
  • Chicken Breasts- 12 oz.

Preparation:

  1. Preheat and prep. Wash and dry all produce. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges, like steak fries. Core and quarter tomatoes.
  2. Roast veggies. Toss potatoes on one side of a foil-lined baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. On other side of baking sheet, toss tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast until potatoes are crispy and tomatoes are very soft, 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  3. Make panko crust. Mix panko, oregano, paprika, mozzarella cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Season chicken. Season chicken breasts all over with salt and pepper. Rub with a drizzle of olive oil. Place on a second baking sheet.
  5. Coat chicken. Add a layer of panko crust to top of each chicken breast, gently pressing to adhere. Pile topping as high as possible (you may have some left over).
  6. Bake chicken and serve. Bake chicken until meat is cooked through and topping is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Serve with potato wedges and roasted tomatoes.

Hike Your Heart Out In Chino Hills

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Chino Hills– Hike Your Heart Out with the City of Chino Hills Healthy Hills Committee and Chino Hills State Park Rangers on Saturday, February 11th from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Chino Hills State Park. Kids and adults of various fitness levels will be able to explore Chino Hills State Park with knowledgeable State Park staff and volunteers. The event is free, but you must pre-register at http://www.chinohills.org/HealthyHills. Parking will be $5. There will be an easy hike (30 – 45 minutes) or a moderate hike (60 – 90 minutes). The entrance to the State Park is located at 4721 Sapphire Road near Elinvar and Soquel Canyon Parkway. Participants should allow about 15 minutes to drive to Rolling M Ranch inside the State Park. Healthy Hills staff will be on hand to share health and wellness tips, including ways to keep your heart healthy! This event was scheduled after the “First Day Hike” on New Year’s Day was rained out. Over 200 people had registered to participate. Chino Hills State Park is a gem right in Chino Hills’ own backyard. There is no other State Park, in an urban area, where people can drive a short distance and be swept away with scenic vistas as they hike, bike, or ride a horse on over 90 miles of trails. At 14,102 acres, the Park is managed as an open space habitat where all plant and animal life are protected. Enjoy the beauty with the entire family and join the First Day Hike. For more information, call (909) 364-2700.

Fresh Oranges

By Mark Hopper

When we bought our house in Diamond Bar about 30 years ago, there was a scrawny (sp) little citrus tree in the back yard.mark-hopper-color-2x2The previous owner said that he had planted the tree but it had not produced much fruit.  He had given up on it and was thinking of pulling it out. But, I’m glad that he didn’t.  Thirty years later, we continue to enjoy large, juicy navel oranges from that tree. That little tree has grown and matured over the past three decades.  It produces large, juicy oranges year after year. January is harvest season.  This year we have a bumper crop. The branches are bent low with the weight of these delicious fruit.     I love to go out in our back yard early in the morning and pick a fresh orange for breakfast. I usually slice it into three or four large pieces.  They really are delicious. There is a verse in the Bible that says, “God has shown His kindness to us by giving us rain from heaven and crops in their seasons. He provides us with plenty of of food and fills our  hearts with joy” (Acts 14:17). I’m convinced  that oranges are one of God’s best creations.  And, I’m sure that He intended for us to enjoy them.We are fortunate that we can find plenty of food at our local grocery store.  But, there is something special to see fruit begin as tiny blossoms in the spring that become beautiful, tasty fruit at the end of the year. If you have a citrus or fruit tree in your back yard, I hope you are able to enjoy it.  And, I hope you will give thanks to God who created it for you to enjoy.

 

 

Drumming for Kids Concert at Diamond Bar HS

By Diamond Bar Breakfast Lions Club 

Diamond Bar- The Diamond Bar Breakfast Lions  Club is hosting a fundraiser “Drumming for Kids” concert on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Diamond Bar High School theater from 2 pm-5 pm. We will have multicultural drum groups performing; Diamond Bar High School Drum Line, Korean Performing Arts Academy, soloist Tom Rossi, Youth and Family Club of Pomona (Aztec) and Taiko Center of Los Angeles.   All proceeds with go to Lions International Clubs charities and youth and community projects.  Honorary Lions Jack and Wanda will be recognized at this event for their volunteer service and working with youth.

The tickets are $15 for adults,  $8 for children (4 yrs-17 yrs) and 3 yrs and under is free.

For tickets contact Lion Debbie Avila-Mott at (909) 860-1063.

History 101

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By History.com

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the political and spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement, is assassinated in New Delhi by a Hindu fanatic.

Born the son of an Indian official in 1869, Gandhi’s Vaishnava mother was deeply religious and early on exposed her son to Jainism, a morally rigorous Indian religion that advocated nonviolence. Gandhi was an unremarkable student but in 1888 was given an opportunity to study law in England. In 1891, he returned to India, but failing to find regular legal work he accepted in 1893 a one-year contract in South Africa.

Settling in Natal, he was subjected to racism and South African laws that restricted the rights of Indian laborers. Gandhi later recalled one such incident, in which he was removed from a first-class railway compartment and thrown off a train, as his moment of truth. From thereon, he decided to fight injustice and defend his rights as an Indian and a man. When his contract expired, he spontaneously decided to remain in South Africa and launched a campaign against legislation that would deprive Indians of the right to vote. He formed the Natal Indian Congress and drew international attention to the plight of Indians in South Africa. In 1906, the Transvaal government sought to further restrict the rights of Indians, and Gandhi organized his first campaign of satyagraha, or mass civil disobedience. After seven years of protest, he negotiated a compromise agreement with the South African government.

In 1914, Gandhi returned to India and lived a life of abstinence and spirituality on the periphery of Indian politics. He supported Britain in the First World War but in 1919 launched a new satyagraha in protest of Britain’s mandatory military draft of Indians. Hundreds of thousands answered his call to protest, and by 1920 he was leader of the Indian movement for independence. He reorganized the Indian National Congress as a political force and launched a massive boycott of British goods, services, and institutions in India. Then, in 1922, he abruptly called off the satyagraha when violence erupted. One month later, he was arrested by the British authorities for sedition, found guilty, and imprisoned.

After his release in 1924, he led an extended fast in protest of Hindu-Muslim violence. In 1928, he returned to national politics when he demanded dominion status for India and in 1930 launched a mass protest against the British salt tax, which hurt India’s poor. In his most famous campaign of civil disobedience, Gandhi and his followers marched to the Arabian Sea, where they made their own salt by evaporating sea water. The march, which resulted in the arrest of Gandhi and 60,000 others, earned new international respect and support for the leader and his movement.

In 1931, Gandhi was released to attend the Round Table Conference on India in London as the sole representative of the Indian National Congress. The meeting was a great disappointment, and after his return to India he was again imprisoned. While in jail, he led another fast in protest of the British government’s treatment of the “untouchables”–the impoverished and degraded Indians who occupied the lowest tiers of the caste system. In 1934, he left the Indian Congress Party to work for the economic development of India’s many poor. His protege, Jawaharlal Nehru, was named leader of the party in his place.

With the outbreak of World War II, Gandhi returned to politics and called for Indian cooperation with the British war effort in exchange for independence. Britain refused and sought to divide India by supporting conservative Hindu and Muslim groups. In response, Gandhi launched the “Quit India” movement it 1942, which called for a total British withdrawal. Gandhi and other nationalist leaders were imprisoned until 1944.

In 1945, a new government came to power in Britain, and negotiations for India’s independence began. Gandhi sought a unified India, but the Muslim League, which had grown in influence during the war, disagreed. After protracted talks, Britain agreed to create the two new independent states of India and Pakistan on August 15, 1947. Gandhi was greatly distressed by the partition, and bloody violence soon broke out between Hindus and Muslims in India.

In an effort to end India’s religious strife, he resorted to fasts and visits to the troubled areas. He was on one such vigil in New Delhi when Nathuram Godse, a Hindu extremist who objected to Gandhi’s tolerance for the Muslims, fatally shot him. Known as Mahatma, or “the great soul,” during his lifetime, Gandhi’s persuasive methods of civil disobedience influenced leaders of civil rights movements around the world, especially Martin Luther King Jr. in the United States.

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Rain Storm, Closed Roads, and School Canceled

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Chino- This past weekend’s rain storm was something we haven’t seen in a long time! Hail came in covering the streets looking like snow. The amount of rain caused many streets to flood, school closed, as well as the City of Chino urging residents to shelter in place.

On January 22, the Cal Aero Preserve sent a message to the parents stating, “Out of an abundance of caution, Superintendent Wayne M. Joseph has determined, in conversation with the City of Chino and the Chino Police Department, to cancel classes at Cal Aero Preserve Academy on Monday, January 23, 2017. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 24, 2017.”

The City of Chino Police Department posted a Community Emergency alert that stated, “Due to excessive flooding in the region, we are urging residents to shelter in place until further notice. The National Weather Service has forecasted continuous rainfall and flooding throughout the evening and into the morning in San Bernardino County. Specifically in Chino, there are limited routes through The Preserve area. Our neighboring communities are also experiencing flooding and have roads closed as well. Please be advised, it is best to remain in place and avoid all roads. City crews are monitoring 24/7 and will notify you when the roads are safe to travel. Emergency personnel are already staged inside The Preserve and are available to respond to any incidents in the area. Additionally, public safety personnel have emergency vehicles that allow them to access any closed roadways.”

It has been reported that the City Of Chino has plans to improve road conditions but they will not use tax payer’s money for future road improvements which has been made clear to developers.

The Community Emergency alert was lifted on January 23, Monday morning at 6 a.m. The City of Chino Police Department saying, “Thank you for your cooperation and patience during the latest storm series.”

The City of Eastvale also participated in helping with an updated list of road closures in the area, as well as the surrounding areas that citizens use to drive through the community. Refer to your cities website for updated road closures and detour map options for your daily commute.

 

Our Life

Friends—the best ones make you reexamine yourself.

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By Julia Rohrabaugh

I remember getting this call from my mother telling me my friend had died. He was so close he was like a brother. He had been in so many childhood memories; he’s one of the people that made home what it was. I expected him to be in my brother’s wedding, to teach my kids how to rope, and be ready for a long chat every time I came home. Suddenly he was just gone. As I received this news everything around me went silent, I couldn’t stop myself from screaming, and tears began flowing down my face; the entire world was just me and my mom on the phone. I couldn’t hold myself up and started for the ground, but instead of hitting the chilled concrete, someone’s arms caught me and held me. I didn’t hear her come outside, but she must have heard something. She didn’t know what was going on, but she saw me in pain and just held me.

That moment always comes to my mind when I start to worry about something like paying bills, finding a job, or fighting with my sister. I was frustrated when I realized I was never going to get the memory out of my head. It’s only been a few months though, and now I am so thankful I still have it. I realized that this memory gives me a better perspective of my life. First, because it would take an incredible event to make me feel worse than I did after my mom called that day; but also because it reminds me of how I made it through that day and days after.

I had overthought friendship and love my entire life. Real love is actually very simple. We need people because life is just too difficult to get through alone. We need someone to share the hard times with, someone to listen, someone to say the honest truth because they want to see us be become better than we are. We need someone who understands, someone who makes us feel less alone, who makes us feel like our thoughts aren’t as silly as we fear. We need someone who believes in us—someone who reminds us of what we are capable of doing.

We all deserve someone, but to have this person, we also need to be this person. We need to be someone’s person. We just need to care.

 

Did You Know?

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)

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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.”