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Orange County Celebrates Fourth of July
People across Orange County pulled out their BBQ grills, lawn chairs and admired the fireworks that lit up the sky. For some cities, there were sanctioned firework shows, while Laguna Beach opted for a drone show, a more quiet and new way of watching light displays. But Independence Day is...
Book club’s community series centers around ‘Parable of the Sower’
The University of Redlands kicks off their year of communal reads and events around author Octavia Butler’s novel, “Parable of the Sower.”. It is a dystopian novel with profound foresight, published in 1993 and takes place in California beginning in July of 2024. The nonfiction book club at...
Redlands Symphony announces Wilson’s farewell season
The upcoming Redlands Symphony season will be full of fantastic music and celebrations of Music Director Ransom Wilson and his exemplary 9-year tenure at the musical helm of the orchestra. Wilson will step down from the post of music director and conductor at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season. A...
Australian vs. 909er games on tap
Just in time for the Fourth of July, the Australian Baseball Tour of Redlands pulls into the area this week. The Australian team was scheduled to arrive on Wednesday, July 3. The first of five games against a team from the greater Redlands area was scheduled for Friday, July 5 at Redlands High.
LifeHouse presents return of ‘Phantom of the Opera’
The popular and suspenseful tale of the mysterious “Phantom of the Opera" comes to LifeHouse Theater with the return of the smash-hit original musical by LifeHouse Theater founder and president Wayne R. Scott. Guests will witness young Christine’s rise to fame in the opera world, thanks to the schemes of the ominous Phantom, who seeks to win her heart. Sinister plots abound amidst comedic moments and tragic situations based on the original classic novel.
Gov. Gavin Newsom leaves California amid brutal heat wave and wildfires
SACRAMENTO – Gov. Gavin Newsom is visiting other states, campaigning for President Joe Biden. This comes on the heels of the presidential debate, which left Americans wondering about Joe Biden's stamina for another term. Many Californians are frustrated with the governor for leaving the state during a brutal heat wave and devastating fires. He's off campaigning for President Biden's re-election, being very vocal about his support. Something Republicans say he's using as a guise to campaign for himself should Biden step aside. "Gov. Newsom has been running a shadow presidential campaign for quite some time," said the chairwoman of the...
Southern California juice chain Sip Fresh lays out growth plan for Arizona
Sip Fresh, a juice chain based out of Southern California, has targeted Arizona for its next expansion market. The chain, which already has one location in the Valley in the Macerich-owned Arrowhead Towne Center mall in Glendale, is sizing up Arizona’s malls and shopping centers as possible landing sports for Sip Fresh locations and the company is looking for franchisees to expand in Arizona.
Calif. program connects inmates with post-release employment
VACAVILLE, Calif. — With just 70 days left of his prison sentence, Fausto Basso is anything but scared to take on a new career post-release after participating in the new Entry to Education program at California State Prison, Solano. “This program is a blessing to have,” said Basso. “It...
AHS students leave their mark in The California Boys and Girls State Program
After becoming the first two Arvin High School female students to participate in The California Boys and Girls State Program, Jennifer Rangel and Seleste Rosas told 23ABC about their achievements.
Doctors highlight hidden health risks associated with Fourth of July celebrations
Fireworks on the Fourth of July are an American tradition, but they're not exactly harmless. The Consumer Products Safety Commission says emergency room trips for fireworks injuries rise year after year. But even a professional fireworks show can affect long-term health effects in ways you might find surprising.If you're planning your own backyard pyrotechnics display, keep in mind nearly 10,000 people were treated for fireworks-related injuries last year alone.Doctors say to wear pants, closed-toed shoes and protect your eyes.Explosive and projectile fireworks are illegal in California, but even ones labeled "safe and sane" such as fountains, sparklers and pinwheels...
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