WSSNews Vol 39 | No. 17

THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2025

BBOP & Entrepreneur High School Honor Inland Empire Entrepreneurs

SAN BERNARDINO, CA - The future of business in the Inland Empire depends on the success of small businesses and access to vital resources such as capi- tal, technology, networks, and information. The BBOP Center, in partnership with Entrepreneur High School, proudly announces the inaugural State of the Inland Empire Entrepreneurship Address & Awards taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Entrepreneur High School in Highland, CA.

This event will spotlight entrepreneurs and lead- ers who have driven innovation throughout the In- land Empire, often without recognition. These local

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Mosquitoes in Colton Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Property owners with pools/spas must keep them clean to prevent mosquitoes from breeding. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in unmaintained green pools and can fly up to 20 miles, potentially trans- mitting the virus and impacting entire neighborhoods. As birds are susceptible to West Nile virus, any dead birds (e.g. crows, jays, magpies, ravens, sparrows, finches or raptors) found in local areas should be reported to assist in monitor- ing for the virus.

To learn more about West Nile virus or to report a dead bird, please visit west- nile.ca.gov. For more information or to report a green pool or mosquito breed- ing source, contact the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health Environmental Health Services at 800- 442-2283 or visit our website.

changemakers have taken bold risks, overcome chal- lenges, created jobs, and contributed significantly to the region's resilient economy.

The Address will offer a transparent look at the re- gion's entrepreneurial landscape, celebrating achievements while addressing challenges founders continue to face. Central to this progress are commu- nity leaders, business owners, investors, policymak- ers, and public officials who have supported economic growth in the Inland Empire.

BBOP provides access to capital, information, net- works, technology, and a dedicated space for entre- preneurs to build, grow, and scale their ventures. Our

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CENTER model supports community-rooted businesses and attracts growth-minded, investment-ready founders. From local to global, we believe in growing our own and catapulting opportunities beyond our region.

In the spirit of Teddy Roosevelt, BBOP embraces the belief that "Entrepreneurship starts where you are. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." This event aims to ignite that mindset, honoring those leading the way and ensuring the Inland Empire re- mains fertile ground for the next generation of entre- preneurs.

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