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Flags honor 9/11 victims at Walnut High

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Walnut High students display nearly 3,000 flags to mark the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Photo courtesy: WVUSD

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WALNUT, CA- About a dozen Walnut High students are making sure the school community pauses to remember the 9/11 tragedy this weekend.

Volunteers gathered after school on September 9 to place nearly 3,000 American flags on the front lawn to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.

They created the 12-foot-tall 911 and pentagon shaped display with the red, white, and blue patriotic markers.

This year, the United Med club spearheaded the 6th-annual project.

“I felt it was important to continue the tradition of the display,” said senior Evelyn Tantry.

For about an hour, the teens carefully pushed the tiny flags into the grass to honor each life lost during September 11, 2001 attacks.

Several cars honked as drivers gave a “thumbs up” sign in appreciation as they drove past the school.

“I want people to remember that innocent people were murdered,” said junior Derek Wang who was just one at the time of the tragedy.

The flags will be on display at the campus located at 400 N. Pierre Road in Walnut through Sunday.

“We want the community to be able to enjoy it,” said social studies teacher Brett Landis.

Senior Citizen Attacked by SB Resident

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San Bernardino- On September 3, at 24600 block of Sixth Street in San Bernardino, the victim, who is a senior citizen, called 911 for help after he was attacked by Antonio Tellez, who tried to stab him in the face.

The victim first ran into his bedroom because he was overwhelmed by Tellez. Tellez chased after him and tried to stab the victim in the face again. The victim was able to call 911 on his cell phone while Tellez ran from his house. Deputies from the Central Station responded to the call to help the victim. The victim provided information to identify the suspect.

In a resident’s front yard, Tellez was located approximately one block away. He was then taken into custody without incident. He was booked at the Central Detention Center and he violated his parole. Tellez is an active gang member with an ample violent criminal history who recently had been released from prison on parole for assault with a deadly weapon.

It is encouraged that residents are aware of their surroundings in their neighborhood. They should keep their doors and windows secure at all times and they should call the police when suspicious subjects are near their home.

If you have any information regarding this investigation and wanting to remain anonymous should call the We-tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave your information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.

 

 

 

 

 

Man caught with flammables in vehicles

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Devore- On September 3,  in the N. Cajon and Cleghorn Rd area of Devore, a 61-year-old resident of Ontario, Larry Missirilian parked his car that trespassed on railroad property.  The Union Pacific Railroad Police were contacted where the officer discovered that Missirilian was on parole and was an arson registrant.

After the officer alerted the Sheriff’s Department,  Deputy L. Sandoval from the Central Station responded to assist. They ran a vehicle search and found out that Missirilian had a 5 gallon can of gasoline, large butane torches, lighter fluid, and new cigarette lighters underneath the driver’s seat. The items seemed to be for immediate use.

Missirilian was approximately parked 10 feet away from a large dry unburned area where the Blue Cut Fire had not burned. Missirilian was arrested for arson and for violating his arson and parole terms, in which he was booked at West Valley Detention Center without further incident.

If you have or know anyone with information regarding this investigation and would like to remain anonymous, you may call the We-tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave your information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.

 

 

 

 

SCAM ALERT

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There is currently a plethora of scams out there aimed at getting your money. Criminals will continue coming up with different scams to get your money by either tugging at your heart strings or putting fear in you through a threat, often perceived to come from a government agency such as the IRS or law enforcement. Please note the following information to help you not fall victim to these scammers and share with friends and loved ones to keep them safe as well.

One of the common denominators is that the criminal will ask you to make payment through the following methods: Green Dot Cards, I-tunes Cards, Western Union, Money Gram or other wire transfers. Anyone asking for those forms of payment is scamming you.

Legitimate government or bill collecting agencies will not use the above mentioned tactics to collect from you. Members of law enforcement agencies do not accept payment for outstanding warrants and do not enforce delinquencies for other government agencies, such as the IRS. If you receive one of these calls please do not give out any personal information and do not wire any money.

If you have questions or believe you are a victim of such a scam, please contact your local Sheriff’s Station.

SB Man attempts to flee

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San Bernardino- On August 31, a suspect was arrested for felony evading in the area of 1st Avenue and Vermont Street in San Bernardino.

The suspect was identified as 44 year-old Patrick Hughes who is a resident of Apple Valley.

According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, “Deputy Kostiuk was on patrol in Muscoy. Kostiuk saw a vehicle make a left hand turn without using the turn signal. He attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the driver failed to yield and fled from Kostiuk at speeds that reach 60 mph. The driver failed to yield at two separate stop signs and then hit a parked vehicle. The vehicle lost control and crashed into a wall in front of a resident on Kern Street.”

Hughes was fled on foot but was later taken into custody. Hughes also had a felony “No Bail” warrant for his arrest for burglary charges, and he was found with a small quantity of of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. He was booked into the Central Detention Center following his arrest.

If you have any information regarding this incident, you are urged to contact Central Station at (909) 387-3545. If you are wishing to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME(27463) or you can also leave information on the website at http://www.wetip.com

 

 

Chino Resident at Illegal Marijuana Site

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San Bernardino- On August 23, Chino resident, Derek Michael Katata was arrested while a search warrant was served by the Investigators from the Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team by deputies from the Highland Police Station in the 25470 E. Baseline Street area.

Through investigation, the Enforcement Team found evidence of the location being used to sell, distribute, and produce marijuana and other goods. Katata was present at the location while the warrant was being served and investigators found; over 10 pounds of processed marijuana, Concentrated Cannabis (THC Wax and THC Oil), marijuana edibles, and a large amount of cash was also seized.

The City of Highland’s Code Enforcement Division was present and inspected the property to find several more violations. The tenants/owner(s) of the property may be issued a citation for the violations and ultimately fined if the violations are not corrected. However, they may also face civil and/or criminal charges that would filed at a later date.

According to the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, “The investigation is ongoing. Investigators are in the process of identifying other suspects in this case and are in the process of contacting them. The illegal marijuana dispensary was discovered several weeks ago by investigators. A preliminary check into the business shows there were no licenses or permits issued by the city. Additionally, the evidence gathered during the investigation suggests the suspects in charge or working at the location were not I compliance with California medical marijuana laws and local ordinances. The City of Highland has an ordinance prohibiting medical marijuana dispensaries, mobile marijuana dispensaries, delivery services, and cultivation of marijuana within the city limits.”

Once the investigation is done, all suspects who were involved will be charged with Sales of Marijuana. As well as the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office will be reviewing the case to possibly file any criminal charges against the suspects involved. As a result, Derek Katata had his bail set at $50,000 and was booked at the Central Detention Center for Sales of Marijuana and additional charges may be added at a later time.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation, you are urged to contact the Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division at (909) 890-4840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or also you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com

 

 

Hit and Run kills Bicyclist

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Rancho Cucamonga- On August 19, Detectives of the Rancho Cucamonga Sheriff’s Station attempted to serve a warrant for a domestic case that involved a man named Eric Tafoya.

The detectives believed Tafoya would visit a relative’s home at the 11000 block of Benton Ct in Loma Linda. Once they arrived, they observed Tafoya leave the residence and leave in his vehicle. Detectives initiated a traffic stop, where he failed to yield to authority.

According to SBSD, “Tafoya was traveling westbound on Barton Rd. when he collided with a bicyclist, and then continued driving. He then crashed into a van and bailed out of the vehicle and fled. After some time, the detectives found the suspect in the remote area hiding inside of a shed. Tafoya had been taken into custody without any further incidents.

However, the victim/bicyclist was taken to Loma Linda University Medical Center for treatment of major injuries. The SBSD also states, “At approximately 12:18 p.m. the victim died from the injuries sustained in the collision.”

The investigation was conducted by the Region I Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT).

The suspect, Eric Tafoya, was booked for Murder and the active warrant at West Valley Detention Center.

Anyone with additional information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the Region I Major Accident Investigation Team at (909) 918-2305. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may also leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com

 

Fraud Alert!

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San Bernardino County- Recently, on August 24, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department sent a press release in regards to a man calling and representing himself as someone from CALFIRE. The man has been calling local residents to ask if they would like to participate in sending donations to the people who had been displaced by the Blue Cut Fire.

According to the SBSD, “[SBSD] confirmed with CALFIRE that they are not soliciting for donations and encourage citizens not to give anyone personal or banking information via the telephone regarding donations. CALFIRE will not call citizens and ask for donations.”

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is asking anyone who has been contacted to seek donations on behalf of CALFIRE, to please call your local law enforcement agency to report any fraudulent activity. If you have already made a contribution, you are also asked to please let your local law enforcement agency.

If you have any information regarding this investigation, you are urged to contact Deputy H. Hubbard at the Phelan Sheriff’s Station; his number is (760) 868-1006 between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you can also leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at http://www.wetip.com

Positive samples of West Nile in Chino

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According to the City of Chino, “57 Mosquito samples throughout the District have tested positive for West Nile virus this year. Chino has a total of 23 positive samples. We urge residents to be vigilant with mosquito bite prevention.” The following are some tips from the Center for Disease Control:

Are you planning to travel overseas? Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites that can make you sick.

Mosquito bites can be more than just annoying and itchy. They can make you really sick. Protect yourself and your family when traveling overseas. Using insect repellent is the best way to prevent diseases like Zika, dengue, and chikungunya that are spread by mosquitoes.

Zika

Zika virus is primarily spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease (Zika) are fever, rash, joint pain, or conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting from several days to a week. Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon, and deaths from Zika are very rare.

What do Zika, dengue, and chikungunya have in common?

  • Zika, dengue, and chikungunya are spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti or Aedes albopictus mosquito.
  • Mosquitoes become infected with Zika, dengue, or chikungunya virus when they bite a person who is infected with one of those viruses. Infected mosquitoes can then spread one of these viruses to other people.
  • There are no vaccines or medicines for these diseases.
  • Once a person is infected with one of these viruses, he or she is likely to be protected from future infections.

Because Zika can cause birth defects in babies born to women who were infected with Zika virus during pregnancy, CDC recommends the following:

  • Pregnant women should not travel to any area where Zika virusis spreading.
  • Pregnant women who must travel to one of these areas should talk to their doctor first and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bitesduring the trip.
  • Women trying to become pregnant, and their male partners, should consult with their doctor before traveling to these areas and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bites during the trip.
  • Zika virus can be spread by a man to his sexual partners. Men who have lived in or traveled to an area with Zika and who have a pregnant partner should either use condoms or not have sex (vaginal, anal, or oral) during the pregnancy.

For further information, please visit the website at http://www.cdc.gov/features/stopmosquitoes

 

3 arrested during Blue cut Fire evacuations

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Photo courtesy: SBSD

Diamond Bar- During the Blue cut Fire on August 18, a Diamond Bar resident was one of three suspects who attempted to steal on the 8600 block of Swarthout Canyon of the San Bernardino area during the time of mandatory evacuations.

The SBSD deputies responded to suspicious activity at a home that was located within the evacuation areas. Once deputies arrived, they made contact with the suspects who had brought a flat bed truck and were attempting to leave.

The three suspects were identified as 29 year-old Riverside resident Trevor Sanchez, 27 year-old Diamond Bar resident Natasha Rovinsky, and 27 year-old  Jurupa resident Daniel Mervine. They had informed the deputy that they were picking up property for a friend that resided on that property.

According to SBSD, “Deputies made contact with the property owner who advised that he did not give anyone permission to take his property.”

The three suspects were then taken into custody without further incident and will be booked for Looting and Grand Theft Auto.

If anyone has additional information related to the suspects who were involved, you are urged to contact Sheriff’s Central Station at (909) 387-3545. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the WeTip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may also leave information on the WeTip Hotline at www.wetip.com

 

Illegal Marijuana Plants Seized

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San Bernardino- A search warrant was served on August 9 at 8068 Sunnyside Avenue in San Bernardino for the cultivation of marijuana. Deputies from the Central Station responded to calls for service in the area and discovered the illegal marijuana growth when they notified the Gangs/Narcotics Division.

Once the search was conducted, suspect Camilo Farias-Rodrigues, 33-years-old, was found in the rear yard tending to the marijuana plants.

Once Farias-Rodrigues was detained, deputies secured the area and began an investigation. According to SBSD, “He was being paid to care for the plants by an unknown individual. Investigators seized over 2300 marijuana plants in various stages of growth from the location.”

In the investigation, it was determined that Farias-Rodrigues had been hired to care for the plants and was staying on the property to do so.

It was also found that the suspect was not in compliance with the California medical marijuana laws and local ordinances. The County of San Bernardino has an ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensaries, mobile marijuana dispensaries, delivery services, and outdoor cultivation of marijuana within the unincorporated areas of the county.

Farias-Rodrigues was booked into the Central Detention Center for Cultivation of Marijuana and given a bail of $25,000. The property owner may also face civil and/or criminal charges at a later date.

Anyone with any information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division at (909) 890-4840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you can also leave information on their website at http://www.wetip.com.

Aliso Canyon Leak Discussed At DB Council Meeting

By Natalie Kim

Diamond Bar – The August 2 Diamond Bar Council meeting began with a presentation by Bob Cruz with Southern California Gas Company. Cruz discussed the Aliso Canyon leak, and the subsequent plugging. Unfortunately, in order to stop the leak, the gas reservoir in Aliso Canyon is currently offline, and Southern California Gas Company is unable to store gas in their largest natural gas reservoir. Cruz called for awareness in the community and asked, while the reservoir is offline, for residents to conserve energy by lowering use of not only electricity but also appliances that use natural gas, such as central heating and gas stoves.

Following the public comments, the Council read the schedule of future events, which included the final Concerts in the Park and Movies Under the Stars, featuring Cold Duck and The Good Dinosaur respectively; the next Planning Commission meeting on Aug 9; the next Traffic and Transportation meeting on Aug 11; and the next City Council meeting on Aug 16.

The Council then approved all items on the consent calendar, including the City Council minutes of the July 19 study session and regular meeting; the Traffic and Transportation Commission meeting of June 9; ratification of a check register totaling $1,497,926.11; a contract with the Regional Chamber of Commerce of San Gabriel Valley for fiscal year 2016-17 in an amount not to exceed $12,000; and lastly an amendment to the contract with BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. to extend the term of the contract through June 30, 2017 to provide landscape maintenance services at nine City parks, the grounds of the Diamond Bar Center, the football field/slope at Lorbeer Middle School, and the Mesa Trail/Trail Head at Sycamore Canyon Park.  The total contract amount is $408,116 including $25,000 for as needed work in fiscal year 2016-17.

The Council concluded with individual reports and comments and adjourned to Aug. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at 21865 Copley Dr.

Small Business Development Day

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Ontario – If you are a business owner, you don’t want to miss the Small Business Development Day on August 17. The event will be held at the Ontario Airport Hotel. Registration and Networking will be held from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Round Table Sessions 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., Exhibits 1 p.m. – 7 p.m., and the Networking Reception 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

The topics that will be discussed are the following:

  1. How To Start Your Business, and Writing Your Business Plan
    2. Startup Costs, The Big 8, And Getting Licensed
    3. Business Laws and Regulations
    4. Business Financials and How To Finance Your Start Up Business
    5. Choosing Your Business Structure; Filing and Paying Taxes
    6. Hire & Retain Employees; Employee Benefits (Health Care, 401K)
    7. Small Business Insurance (How To Protect Your Business)
    8. Social Media Marketing
    9. Financing For Growing Your Business
    10. Managing Millennials & Staffing Solutions
    11. Business Valuation & Exit Strategy
    12. International Trade (How To Get Into Import/Export – Open Markets)
    13. Certification and Procurement Opportunities with Government Agencies
    14. Cybersecurity- How To Protect Your Valuable Data

Sponsorship and Exhibit opportunities are also available. You can RSVP at ABAIE.ORG.
If you have any questions, please call or email:
Radi Miranda, President, radi@abaie.org, 714-552-3993
Deborah Kristianto, deborah@abaie.org, 909-618-2616
Raziel Arcega, raziel@abaie.org, 714-349-2884

 

Many Appointed At Walnut Council Meeting

By Natalie Kim

Walnut – The July 27 Walnut Council meeting began with the Council proclaiming August 2 as National Night Out. The Council invited residents of the City to come together and enjoy a night out while getting to know the local law enforcement. The Council also recognized the Walnut High School golf team for their spectacular performance.

Following the public comments, the Council approved the minutes of the July 13 City Council minutes, as well as the rest of the consent calendar.

The consent calendar consisted of a resolution allowing claims and demands in the amount of $555,984.83 from fiscal year 2015-16; a resolution allowing claims and demands in the amount of $429,937.41 from fiscal year 2016-17; a resolution authorizing City application for supervisor Hilda L. Solis 2016-17 Competitive Excess Funds Tree Planting Grant Program; a three year contract with Continental Building Maintenance, Inc. for City-wide janitorial services; a one year contract with athletic field specialists for sports field maintenance at Creekside, Snow Creek, and Suzanne Parks; waiver of parking restrictions on La Puente road for the 2016-17 school year for Walnut High School and Suzanne Middle School; and commission appointments to the Planning, Parks and Recreation, Senior, and Youth Advisory Commission.

Heinrich Dy, Danny Wu, Benjamin Natividad, Mark T. Fernandez, and Tony Koo were appointed to the Planning Commission; James E. Swartz, Dino Jimmy Pollalis, Ernie Quejado, Angelica Han, and Tem Pedersen were appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission; Jean Sherwood Scott, Yolanda Velez, Flora Coday-Lamb, Vijay Vakil, and Joanne Sharon Miller were appointed to the Senior Commission; and Karen Ling Liu, Christopher Wong, Angela Cao, Angel Ko, Mandy S. Tsai, Florence Ao, and John Gu were appointed as Youth Advisory Commissioners. The Council also approved the Mayor’s Agency Representatives.

Following individual reports and comments, the Council adjourned. The next meeting will be on Aug 10, 7 p.m., at 21201 La Puente Rd.

Missing Woman Found Dead

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Chino– On July 17, Chino Police Department released information of a missing woman, Laura Johnson, 68 year-old resident of Ontario.

The missing person report was made on July 16 to Chino Police personnel, stating that Johnson had last been seen July 15 when she had left her mother’s residence in Chino to run errands. Chino PD also received information that Johnson had been suffering from memory loss and disorientation.

An alert was issued by the California Highway Patrol describing her and the vehicle she drove. The vehicle had been described as a 1982 Toyota Corolla Sedan.

The following updated information on this incident was released on July 21: at approximately 3 p.m. on July 20 the Chino PD was notified that Johnson and her vehicle had been located in an area near the City of Niland. The area belongs to a Navy Seal bomb training facility; therefore a range master had discovered Johnson deceased near her vehicle.

Chino PD states, “The preliminary investigation indicates there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding her death. The autopsy is pending by the Imperial County Coroner’s Office.”

However, anyone with information regarding this case may contact Detective Girasek at (909) 334-3015 or you may email him at mgirasek@chinopd.org

 

SB County DA Named President

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Photo Courtesy: San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office

San Bernardino– On July 18, San Bernardino County released that District Attorney Mike Ramos was sworn in as President of the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA).

This ceremony was held in Boston, Massachusetts and Ramos was honored during the NDAA’s 2016 Summer Conference and National Victim’s Right Summit.

The former NDAA President, Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick, administered the oath of office to Ramos and the Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker was a main speaker for the ceremony and conducted the “Passing of the Gavel.”

As Ramos made his inaugural speech, he states, “I am honored to have earned the support of my colleagues and given the opportunity to represent the thousands of elected District Attorneys across our great nation,” and also stating, “My intent is to work with my fellow District Attorneys and utilitize this position to continue to fight for justice and victims’ rights at a national level.”

According to SB County District Attorney’s office, Ramos also promised to continue working cooperatively with all local, state, and federal partners in the law and justice community and to help further develop the functions and valuable services NDAA has to offer.

His previous leadership roles for the organization have included vice president and current co-chair of NDAA’s Training and Education Committee. He currently is serving his fourth term as District Attorney of SB County and previously served as president of the CA District Attorneys Association, as well as currently one of three members appointed by the Governor to the CA Victim Compensation Board.

Memberships include District Attorneys from across the United States for NDAA, formed in 1950 and represents the interests of prosecutors and influences federal and national policies affecting law enforcement and prosecution across the country, which is based in Arlington, Virginia.

 

JCSD Dances to help Eastvale Resident get her Dancing Legs!

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Photo courtesy Face Book @Daretodancechallenge

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Eastvale, CA –The Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) Parks and Recreation Department is dancing to help 3 year old Finley Smallwood raise money and awareness about Cerebral Palsy.

Beautiful Finley was born 9 weeks premature and suffers from Cerebral Palsy. She loves to dance, but can’t move without help. The Smallwoods received recent 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.

To help raise awareness for Cerebral Palsy and help Finley with the cost of surgery, JCSD invites everyone to participate in the Dare to Dance Challenge this Friday (July 29) during the 65th Street LIVE Concert in the Park event held at Harada Heritage Park.

All concert guests will be encouraged to dance with Finley and show support for her cause. The event will be filmed, posted on social media, and will include a dare for other nearby agencies to dance too! If they don’t accept the challenge within 24 hours they must donate $20 to www.doyoudaretodance.com, or better yet, everyone can Dance AND Donate!

You can help a little girl get her miracle — to one day dance and walk on her own.

#daretodancechallenge

Now it’s YOUR turn! We Dare YOU Dare to Dance!

If you would like to learn more about Finley’s journey and how you can help, please visitwww.doyoudaretodance.com

About 65th Street LIVE

The annual summer concert series presented by Jurupa Community Services District’s (JCSD) Parks and Recreation Department just got even better!  This yearly summer concert series tradition, now entering its eighth year, is being launched as 65th Street Live!  In addition to live music performed by local bands at Harada Heritage Park in Eastvale, there will be added fun to make your family’s summer even more memorable.

Put on your dancing shoes, bring the entire family, your friends, and neighbors, and get ready to celebrate the season with the following bands:

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Photo courtesy Instagram@ fifiandmo

Time: All concert performances are from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Harada Heritage Park, 13099 65th Street, Eastvale
Cost: Concert is free and wristbands for the Fun Zone are $5.00
Parking: Additional parking available on 68th Street
What to Bring: Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, food, etc.
Vendors: Vendors will be selling a variety of food and drinks
Questions?: Visit www.parks.jcsd.us or call (951) 727-3524

Connect with us on Social Media @JCSDParks. Share your memories this summer using #65thStreetLIVE or #JCSD2016. If you have any questions, please call the JCSD Parks and Recreation Department at (951) 727-3524 or visit our website at www.parks.jcsd.us.

SB County To Rid Rave-Style Events

By Racine Guajardo

San Bernardino– Rave-style events have been held at the San Manuel Amphitheater in Devore for the past 3 years. However, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors proposed on June 28 to consider a ban on the events.

According to documents available online, as of September 6, 2016 it will go into effect to no longer permit Live Nation to host any more Electronic Dance Shows at the San Manuel Amphitheater at the Glen Helen Regional Park. This was due to numerous objections of noise and nuisance complaints generated by the Electronic Dance Show events.

The Board of Supervisors have also taken into consideration the results of deaths that have happened at these events. According to Janice Rutherford, “Sadly, two deaths have been linked to rave festivals at the Venue. Arrel Cochon, 22, of Hollywood suffered a seizure after taking Ecstasy and methamphetamine at the Nocturnal Wonderland festival in September 2013. John Hoang Dinh Vo, 22, of San Diego died at Loma Linda University Medical Center after suffering a seizure and collapsing at the Beyond Wonderland festival in March 2015. The cause of death was acute toxicity from MDMA (Ecstasy).”

No actual impact financially is known at this time. However, also according to Rutherford’s report, “it is unclear to what direct extent the EDS events contributed to the overage. The elimination of EDS may also impact the County’s negotiations with Live Nation to extend the management contract for the San Manuel Amphitheater and the level of financial guarantee. Additionally, the County may see a loss of revenue from Live Nation for the leasing of additional space at Glen Helen Regional Park for camping or other needs during EDS events or may recognize an increase in revenue resulting from other usage opportunities.”

IE News: Man Hit by Metro Link Train

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Fontana– A man was hit by a Metro link train on June 6, at approximately 5:00 p.m.

Officers responded to the call in the area of Palmetto and the railroad tracks south of Arrow Blvd; calls reported that a person was hit by the Metro link train.

According to Fontana Police Department, “Witnesses told investigators they observed a 41-year-old male subject calmly walk over to the tracks and lay down on them as a Metro Link train approached.” The man was struck by the train and died from the injuries sustained.

This case is currently under investigation and being treated as a suicide.

Once the family members have been notified, the identity of the man will be released by the San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office.

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) has the following information on knowing what do if you see someone about to commit suicide and possible warning signs:

Know What to Do:

Stigma associated with mental illnesses can prevent people from getting help. Your willingness to talk about mental or emotional issues and suicide with a friend, family member, or co-worker can be the first step in getting those help and preventing suicide.

If You See the Warning Signs of Suicide:

Begin a dialogue by asking questions. Suicidal thoughts are common with some mental illnesses and your willingness to talk about it in a non-judgmental, non-confrontational way can be the help a person needs to seek professional help. Questions okay to ask:

  • “Do you ever feel so badly that you think about suicide?”
  • “Do you have a plan to commit suicide or take your life?”
  • “Have you thought about when you would do it (today, tomorrow, next week)?”
  • “Have you thought about what method you would use?”

Please visit www.save.org to learn more information, however also calling 9-1-1 immediately is a beneficial way to help prevent a tragic suicide.

IE News: Reckless Chase

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Photo Courtesy of Murrieta Police Department

Photo Courtesy of Murrieta Police Department

Murrieta– The California Highway Patrol (CHP) attempted a traffic stop on June 1, observing a silver Nissan Versa traveling southbound on I-215 with speeds of up to 80 mph. The suspect was later identified as David Brown, 25-years-old, and resident of San Bernardino.

As the driver of the Nissan Versa was exiting Murrieta Hot Springs Road, he failed to yield and accelerated, driving erratically and performing several illegal maneuvers in attempt to elude the CHP Sergeant. The driver then started traveling the opposite way on Murrieta Hot Springs Road.

CHP sergeant lost sight of the vehicle after it pulled into a business parking lot on the corner of Murrieta Hot Springs Road and Alta Murrieta Drive.

Together, the CHP and Murrieta Police Department units pursued the Nissan Versa as the driver continued driving in a reckless manner. The suspect entered a dead end area, making a U-turn in attempt to continuing fleeing officers. CHP utilized legal intervention to terminate the pursuit for driving and safety concerns of the community.

The vehicle became disabled, Brown was taken into custody and booked at Southwest Detention Facility for two counts of felony evading, two no bail warrants for possession of a stolen vehicle and violation of probation.