WSSNews VOl.39 No.32

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LWVSB Celebrates 70 Years with the 50th Citizens of Achievement & Civic Engagement Awards

Kathy Ervin (President), Keynasia Buffong, Tramaine Mitchell, Jocelyn "Jolly" Harris, Dr. Lisa Henkle, Prince Ogidikpe, Gerry Ramos. Second Row (Left to Right): Jonathan Buf- fong, Alise Clouser, Russell Ward, Carolyn Daniels, Alex Avila, Twillea Evans-Carthen (Chairperson), Mayor Helen Tran, San Bernardino. (Photo Credit Photographer: Rodrigo Pena)

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Erickson-Hall Construction Completed Eight-Week Summer Sprint Across Multiple School Districts

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Erickson-Hall Construction Co. has success- fully completed its eight-week Summer Sprint. This annual tradition utilizes the quiet sum- mer months to deliver school infrastructure improvements across multiple districts while minimizing disruptions to students, recogniz- ing that uninterrupted education is crucial for student success. This intensive construction period requires meticulous planning and effec- tive teamwork to execute numerous projects simultaneously within a short timeframe.

"We are proud to carry on the Summer Sprint tradition each year, demonstrating Erickson- Hall's ongoing commitment to providing ex- ceptional construction services that expand students' educational opportunities and en- courage lasting community engagement," said Mat Gates, President of Erickson-Hall. "Sum- mer Sprint is more than just a handful of sum- mer projects. It embodies the cohesive team- work, strategic adaptability and unwavering commitment that defines Erickson-Hall."

2025 Summer Sprint Project Highlights with four walls designed to sus- tain impact from sports balls, four basketball courts, four teth- er ball poles and a variety of ad- ditional recreational courts. The key to this project's success was streamlined communication on day-to-day issues and advanced planning up to four to six weeks ahead throughout the summer.

Hamilton Middle School, Long Beach Unified School District: Construction of a new gymnasium and relocation of four modular classroom build- ings and one restroom building. Additional scope included storm drain work, concrete paving and new fence installation. The team conducted thorough on-site in- vestigations and developed highly detailed schedules to help prevent delays and minimize er- rors.

Whittier Elementary School, play areas and equipping them Hemet Unified School District: Modernization of two school buildings, updating five exist- ing classroom buildings. Addi- tionally, three brand-new wood- framed structures were added, blending innovative design with highly functional spaces. This expansion increased the school by over 19,000 square-feet. The project included completing the remaining site work that had to be finished during the summer, requiring detailed advance plan- ning and coordination.

Norwalk-La Mirada Uni- fied School District: Installation of new playgrounds at seven el- ementary schools across the dis- trict, requiring comprehensive quality control planning and Del Mar Hills Academy, Del Mar Union School District: Ren- ovation of the existing adminis- tration and classroom building, substantial structural upgrades Carillo Elementary School, to interior and exterior spaces. San Marcos Unified School Dis- This consisted of upgrading play trict: Transformation of exist- structures and new site improve- ing fields into a state-of-the-art ments across the entire campus. artificial turf surface designed Success came from identify- continuous cross-departmental for durability and all-season use. ing challenges early, swiftly ad- communication. The project included new field dressing unforeseen problems drainage below the synthetic and strong coordination between turf, replacing existing asphalt all team members.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025

Celebrating 10 Years of Empowering Students in Moreno Valley!

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The dedicated OFY Moreno Valley team-celebrating 10 years of helping students reach their goals through compassion, commitment, and care.

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LEY, CA October 8, 2025 Ten years ago, Options For Youth (OFY) San Bernardino's Moreno Valley Center opened mission: to meet stu- dents where they are and help them build brighter futures. Ten years later, that same mission continues to change lives.

On October 8, that mission came full circle as the center celebrated its 10-year anniversary with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony alongside the Moreno Valley Chamber of Com- merce. The event marked a decade of growth, communi- The celebration ty partnership, and brought together stulife-changing impact for more than 2,000 students who have walked through its doors.

dents, alumni, staff, and community lead- ers to reflect on OFY's legacy of service and commitment to per-

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CTA Supports Proposition 50 to Safeguard Public Education and Democratic Processes

ELECTION RIGGING RESPONSE ACT

CTA Secretary-Treasurer Erika Jones said, "Many Republican representatives have refused to meet with local teachers or have supported cuts to schools and healthcare. We stand united in opposition to these attacks on our communi- ties and democracy."

RIVERSIDE, CA-- is actively supporting The California Teach- Prop 50, also known ers Association (CTA) as the Election Rig- strongly endorses ging Response Act. Proposition 50, a bal- This initiative seeks lot measure aimed at to counteract the Re- preventing President publican party's ef- Trump's cuts and pro- forts in Texas and tecting public educa- other states to capture tion funding. Unions enough seats to take and community lead- over control of Con- ers are urging voters gress, beginning with to vote YES on Prop- the 2026 mid-term osition 50 on Novem- election cycle. ber 4, 2025. "If unchecked, these power grabs will lead to deeper cuts in pub- lic education, health- care, and essential

In collaboration with a broad coalition of labor, community or- ganizations, state leg- islators, and Governor Gavin Newsom, CTA

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CLASSIFIED / LEGAL SECTION

CHINONYE J. AKUNY- ILI. Printed Title of Person Signing: OWNER. Date: 05/14/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 08/26/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY to the personal representa- tive appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal repre- sentative, as defined in sec- tion 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Pro- bate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account.

as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is avail- able from the court clerk. ATTORNEY FOR PE- TITIONER: MARK W

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250008912. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BIG BEAR RETREAT CEN- TER, 1000 SUGARPINE ROAD, BIG BEAR CITY, CA 92314. Business Mail- ing Address: 11444 W. OLYMPIC BOULEVARD ATTN: FAMILY, LOS AN- GELES, CA 90064. Number of Employees: 20. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. Regis- trant commenced to transact business: 8/12/2025. By signing, I declare all infor- mation in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ ROBERT DE FOREST. Printed Title of Person Sign- ing: TREASURER. Date: 09/18/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 09/18/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY

THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT

PURSUANT TO SECTION

17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI-

NESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTI- TIOUS BUSINESS IN VIO- LATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). RUN DATES: 10-2, 10-9, 10-16, 10-23-2025 25-128 week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspa- per): WESTSIDE STORY NEWSPAPER

Date: APRIL 1, 2025 Sign: GILBERT G. OCHOA, Judge of the Su- perior Court

ATTORNEY FOR (name): ALMA T. CORONA QUEZADA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 247 WEST THIRD ST., SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415- 0210

MAILING ADDRESS:

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mail- ing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Pro- bate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as at creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for ER OUTLET Last known address: 323 N MOUNTAIN AVE UPLAND, CA 91786 Property in Unit: 20-

286851-7; 20-920789-6 Misc. Several pieces of office equipment includ- ing: HP Color Laser Jet 5550; Brother IntelliFAX 775; Xerox Phaser 7760 Color Laser Printer; Two

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Run Dates: 10/16, 10/23, 3-Tier Metal Racks; Several 10/30, 11/6/2025. Closed Cardboard Boxes RUN DATES 10-9, 10- 16-2025

BRANCH NAME: CIVIL PETITION OF: ALMA T. CORONA QUEZADA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ALMA T. CO- RONA QUEZADA has filed a petition with the clerk of this Court for a decree changing names as fol- lows: Present name: EMILY ANAIS HERNANDEZ CO- RONA to Proposed name: EMILY ANAIS SEVILLA CORONA. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause. why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 12/08/2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept: CIVIL Room: S-32

The address of the court is the same as noted above. A copy of this ORDER to Show Cause must be pub- lished at least once each

NOTICE IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK EX- CEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (B) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI-

Notice of Lien of Sale

Notice is given pursuant Section; 21701-21715 of Business and Professional's Code, Section 2328 of Com- mercial Code. Section 535 of the Personal Code. Storage Plus located at 2325 Foothill Blvd, San Bernardi- no CA, 92410 will sell units in arrears by competitive bidding online (10/8/2025) at 10:00am).

Property to sell is as follows but not limited to Clothing, Household Items, Electron- ics, Refrigerators, Furni- ture, Equipment, Tools, and Parts.

Notice of Lien of Sale Notice is given pursuant Sec- tion; 21701-21715 of Busi- ness and Professional's Code, Section 2328 of Commercial Code. Section 535 of the Personal Code. Storage Plus located at 2325 Foothill Blvd, San Bernardino CA, 92410 will sell units in arrears by competitive bid- ding online (10/29/25) at (9:00am}.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: FBN20250008621. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AMZ MOTORSPORTS, 1551. W. 13TH STREET UNIT 112, UPLAND CA 91786. Business Mailing Address: 9120 MIGNONETTE ST, RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA 91701. Number of Em- ployees: 0. This business is conducted by: A CORPO- RATION AI#N/A. Regis- trant commenced to transact business: N/A. By signing, I declare all information in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ ALEXANDRIA FIOREN TINO. Printed Title of Per- son Signing: PRESIDENT Date: 09/12/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San

Bernardino on 09/12/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Property to sell is as follows but not limited to Clothing, Household Items, Electron- ics, Refrigerators, Furniture, The items belong to the Equipment, Tools, and Parts. following: The items belong to the fol- lowing:

SAN/K8167

DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGUS II 279653, LAW Special Notice form is avail-

NOTICE IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK EX- CEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (B) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTI TIOUS BUSINESS IN VIO- LATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). RUN DATES: 10-23, 10-30, 11-06, 11-13-2025 25-130

REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI NESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTI- TIOUS BUSINESS IN VIO- LATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE).

OFFICE OF MARK W REGUS II, 453 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE, UP- LAND, CA 91786 TEL: (909) 500-1161.

able from the court clerk. ATTORNEY FOR PETI- TIONER: ALEXANDER ARANDA, 3302 COLD PLANES DR., HACIENDA

KENNETH BELL PAULINE ESTRADA VILMA AHUMADA YESENIA VELASQUEZ- CHAVEZ ANDREA CASTILLO MARTINEZ

Run Date 10-02-2025

VILMA AHUMADA LESYLE & PHILLIP CHAT- MAN

LINDA LUCILLE HAYES ALFRED PAUL VALADEZ HOSZEL NEWMAN ERIC RENA GREEN

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Run Date 10-23-2025

Run Dates: 10-16, 10-23, HEIGHTS, CA 91745. TEL:

10-30-25 WSS# 25-133

Run Dates: 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/2025

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ELEANOR ARANDA CASE NUMBER: PRO- VA2500736 ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: ALEXANDER ARANDA, 3302 COLD PLANES DR.

Notice of Lien Sale Notice is hereby given that the personal property de- scribed below will be sold. to the highest bidder on October 24, 2025 at or after 10:00AM, at Southwest.

Mobile Storage, 9551 Lucas

Ranch Rd. Rancho Cu- camonga, CA 91730 Phn: 866.503.0668 Property of: %INK & TON-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME CASE #: CIVSB 2528472 PETITIONER OR ATTOR- NEY: ALMA T. CORONA QUEZADA, 10218 BAL- SAM AVE., HESPERIA, CA 92345

Telephone: N/A

E-Mail Address (OPTION- AL):

Run Dates; 10-16, 10-23, HACIENDA HEIGHTS, 10-30, 11-6-2025 WSS# 25-J020

CA 91745. MAILING: 3302 COLD PLANES DR., HA- CIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745. TEL: (626) 465- 6738.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 17780 ARROW BLVD. MAILING ADDRESS: 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA, 92335. BRANCH NAME: PROBATE. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the de- cedent was known): ELEA- NORARANDA, A Petition for Probate has been filed by ALEXANDER ARANDA in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Peti- tion for Probate requests that N/A be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to ad- minister the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This author- ity will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before tak- ing certain very important actions, however, the per- sonal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING ON THE PE- TITION WILL BE HELD IN THIS COURT AS FOL- LOWS:

Date: NOVEMBER 5, 2025 Time: 9:00 A.M. Room

Dept: F3 The address of the court is the same as noted above. 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA, 92335. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

• NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE
• COUNTY CLERK DEP. OF: GENE CIONI
• CASE NUMBER:

PROVV2500359 ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: MARK W. REGUS II 279653, LAW OFFICE OF MARK W. REGUS II, 453 NORTH CENTRAL AVE- NUE, UPLAND, CA 91786 TEL: (909) 500-1161. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 14455 CIVIC DRIVE. MAILING ADDRESS: 14455 CIVIC DRIVE VICTORVILLE, CA 92392-2312. BRANCH NAME: VICTORVILLE PROBATE. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may other wise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): GENE CIONI, A Peti- tion for Probate has been filed by ARTHUR J. CIONI in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Peti- tion for Probate requests that ARTHUR J. CIONI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petitionrequests the de- cedent's will and codicils, if any, be adimtted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING ON THE PE- TITION WILL BE HELD IN THIS COURT AS FOL- LOWS:

Date: NOVEMBER 6, 2025 Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept: v12 Room

The address of the court is the same as noted above. 14455 CIVIC DRIVE VIC- TORVILLE, CA 92392- 2312. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy

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NOTICE IN ACCOR DANCE WITH SUBDIVI SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK EX- CEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (B) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTI TIOUS BUSINESS IN VIO- LATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES-

SIONS CODE). RUN DATES: 10-2, 10-9, 10-16, 10-23-2025 WSS# 25-129

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250008930. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LHT AUTO & TRUCK SALES, 823 N. DRIFTWOOD AVE, RIALTO CA, 92376. Business Mailing Address: 823 N. DRIFTWOOD AVE, RIALTO CA, 92376 Number of Employees: 2. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABIL- ITY COMPANY. Registrant commenced to transact busi- ness: N/A. By signing, I de- clare all information in this statement is true and cor- rect. Signature: /s/ DIAL- LOBE HIGHT. Printed Title of Person Signing: CEO. Date: 09/19/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 09/19/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY SAN/K8167

NOTICE IN ACCOR DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK EX- CEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (B) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN We will publish all of your Legal Ads

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025

SBCUSD And Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. Announce, "Field of Dreams" Project at Curtis Middle School

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SAN BERNARDINO, CA―The San Ber- nardino City Unified School District (SB- CUSD) and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. unveiled the Field of Dreams project before more than 600 students at Curtis Mid- dle School on Oct. 16, a transformative plan to renovate and expand a baseball field for chil- dren and families.

The announcement drew cheers from students and staff gathered in the school's multipurpose room as Supervisor Baca Jr. shared his vision

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for improving recreational opportunities in San Bernardino. As a gesture of encourage- ment and community pride, every Curtis stu- dent received a custom Field of Dreams T-shirt from Supervisor Baca Jr. to commemorate the day. And in baseball tradition, Cracker Jack boxes were available as "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" played, while hundreds of students cheered.

"As a former State Assemblymember, I had the honor of authoring AB 1497, which made it possible for this land to become part of Curtis Middle School," said Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. "Today, as County Supervisor, I'm proud to see that vision come full circle. The Field of Dreams project is about more than new fields it's about giving our youth a place to grow, play, and dream big. When we invest in our schools, we invest in the next generation of leaders right here in San Bernardino." To continue, visit www.wssnews.com.

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CTA Supports Proposition 50 to Safeguard Public Education and services, further erod- ing civil rights," says CTA President David Goldberg. "From freezing education funds to dismantling vital agencies and programs, various at- tacks jeopardize our students, families, and immigrant and LGBTQIA+ com- munities. We must defend our rights and resources."

Assuming Prop 50 passes, California will pick up five ad- ditional Democratic seats in Congress.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson emphasized the im- portance of this mea- sure in upholding Black representation and protecting voting rights. "This measure amplifies our voices and keeps federal and state powers account- able," he stressed. CTA Secretary-Trea- surer Erika Jones em- phasized the union's commitment: "Many

Republican represen- tatives have refused

Democratic Processes to meet with local teachers or have sup- ported cuts to schools and healthcare. We stand united in oppo- sition to these attacks on our communities and democracy."

"Donald Trump and Texas Republicans are making an un- precedented power grab to steal Con- gressional seats and rig the next election to hold onto power," says Governor New- som." Prop 50 puts our elections back on a level playing field, protects independent redistricting, and gives power to the people by letting vot- ers decide, not politi- cians."

Proposition 50 will authorize the tempo- rary use of new con- gressional district maps beginning in 2026 and ending in 2030, after which the independent Citizens Redistricting Com mission will resume districting responsi- bilities. For additional information and resources on Prop 50, visit: https://stopelec- tionrigging.com. About The California Teachers Association The California Teachers Associa- tion (CTA) is a labor union and 501(c)(5) nonprofit organiza- tion and the Califor- nia affiliate of the National Education Association. The organization founded in 1863. Ac- cording to its website, the California Teachers Association has "a long and vibrant legacy of fighting for equity, lifting up the voices of those often unheard, winning re- sources for schools and students, and ad- vocating for the craft of education."[1]

The California Teachers Association has a political action committee called the California Teachers Association Issues PAC, which makes contributions to ballot measure campaigns.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025

WESTSIDESTORY NEWSPAPER

AcademyGO Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Nonprofits at "Because of You" Anniversary Luncheon

INLAND EMPIRE, California, Acad professional fundrais- CA Academy for emyGO began as a ing and grantwriting Grassroots Organiza- grassroots network- tions (AcademyGO) ing group supporting is proud to celebrate 25 years of strength- ening the region's nonprofit community at its highly anticipat- ed "Because of You" 25th Anniversary Luncheon. The cele- bration took place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Eastvale Community Center.

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Every Baby Born in San Bernardino

County Has a Scholarship Waiting

San Bernardino, CA ing. For newborns with a commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive," said Jackie Thu-Huong Wong, Executive Director of First 5 California. "CalKIDS is a powerful way to show fami- lies that their child's future matters from the very beginning."

With August, Sep- tember, and October among the most com- mon birth months in California, thousands of families are be- coming newly eli- gible for a CalKIDS Scholarship. It's a timely opportunity for parents to take an easy first step that can grow into a lifelong advantage for their child's education.

San Bernardino County families wel- coming a new baby can also celebrate another milestone: their child's very first scholarship. Through the California Kids Investment and De- velopment Savings Program (CalKIDS), every child born in the state on or after July 1, 2022, automati- cally has a CalKIDS Scholarship Account waiting in their name including more than $5 million in scholarship funds set aside for children in San Bernardino County alone.

CalKIDS is the na- tion's largest chil- dren's development account program, de- signed to support col- lege and career trainand young children, the state invests up to $175 in a CalKIDS Scholarship Account:

$100 for being born in California (babies born July 1, 2023 or later; $25 for those born between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023)

$25 extra when parents claim the ac- count online

$50 extra for link- ing the account to a ScholarShare 529 College Savings Plan

That's up to $175 already invested in a child's future, long before applications, admissions essays, or financial aid forms come into play. "At First 5 Califor- nia, we recognize that supporting healthy development begins development, val- ues-based leadership training, and peer learning opportuni- ties, the organization empowers nonprofit professionals to ex- pand their knowl- edge, increase their funding, and lead with purpose. "Because of you, AcademyGO has had the privilege of walking alongside thousands of non- profit professionals, helping them lead with confidence and purpose," said Deb- bie A. Cannon, Ex- ecutive Director of AcademyGO. "This luncheon is not just a celebration of our history-it's a tribute to the changemakers, donors, and partners who've made it pos- sible, and a call to keep moving forward together."

a few dozen com- munity-based orga- nizations in sharing resources and knowl- edge. Since then, it has grown into a recognized leader in nonprofit training and collaboration, with a network that now spans thousands of nonprofit profession- als and volunteers across the Inland Em-

This commemora- tive event brought together nonprofit pire. Today, Acad- professionals, munity leaders, funders, and support- ers to celebrate Acad- emyGO's legacy and lasting impact. Guests will enjoy a meaning- ful program reflecting on the organization's journey, honoring dedicated champions, and inspiring contin- ued investment in the future of the Inland Empire's nonprofit sector.

emyGO plays a vital role in strengthening the region's nonprofit ecosystem-equip- ping leaders with the tools, skills, and con- nections needed to drive lasting change throughout Southern California.

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LWVSB Celebrates 70 Years with the 50th Citizens of Achievement and Civic

Engagement Awards

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NO, CA--- The League of Women Voters of the San Bernardino Area (LWVSB) is mark- ing a historic mile- stone 70 years of empowering citizens and defending de- mocracy with its 50th annual Citizens of Achievement and and two community organizations whose service, leadership, and vision continue to shape and uplift the Inland Empire.

The 2025 Citizens of Achievement honor- ees are Jocelyn Har- ris, Dr. Lisa Henkle, Prince education, and ser- vice.

Tickets are $25 per person or $150 for a table of eight. Pro- ceeds and additional donations help sup- port LWVSB's ongo- ing efforts in voter registration, civic ed- ucation, and protect- ing the right to vote.

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Celebrating 10 Years of Empowering have gone on to col- lege, careers, and bright futures. Each represents hard work, resilience, and the belief that with the right support, anything is possible. Their suc- stories reflect

City of Moreno Val- ley, and the Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce each commending OFY's ongoing dedication to education and com- munity partnership.

sonalized education. Guests reflected on the students whose lives have been transformed through per- learning, sonalized dedicated staff, and strong community support.

Ogidkipe, Gerry Ramos, and Edwina Thomas each recognized for my.lwv.org/califor- their dedication to nia/san-bernardinovisit

Engagement Awards. The celebra- tion takes place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., with reg- istration and a pre- reception beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Sterling Natural Re- source Center, 25318 5th Street in High- land.

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To social impact, educa- tion, advocacy, and community empowerment. The Civic

Principal Richard Community leaders Aguilar shared heart- joined in recognizing felt remarks, reflect- OFY's achievements, ing on the lives trans- presenting Certifi- formed through the cates of Recognition program: from the offices of "In the last decade, Senator Cervantes, we've served more Riverside County than 2,000 students Supervisor Dr. Yx- and proudly gradu- stian Gutierrez, the ated over 250 who area.

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Evans-Carthen, Citizens of Achievement Committee the dedication of our teachers, staff, and families who trust us with their children's education."

Engagement awards be will presented National Black Grads and Youth Ac- tion Project, two or- ganizations inspiring the next generation changemakers

Chair, tevanscarthen@ icloud.com or (909) 234-4980, or Kathy Ervin, President, at [email protected].

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