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SCE Urges Users to Be Safe Around Electricity
Rosemead, CA— May is National Electrical Safety Month and Southern California Edison (SCE) reminds its customers to stay safe around electricity, and to establish and practice good electrical safety habits throughout the year. SCE’s goal is to increase public awareness of the electrical hazards at home, work and school. “We have a tremendous reliance on [...]
New Performing Arts School Coming to Upland
By Naomi Bonman IVN Staff Writer Upland, CA- There are talented and creative youth within the Inland Empire and Valley area who want to pursue acting, but there isn’t an affordable outlet that caters to performing arts in the area, at least until now. On Saturday, May 19 the Inland Conservatory for the Performing Arts [...]
Buford Johnson and the Tuskegee Airmen Leaves Long Lasting Legacy
By Naomi Bonman IVN Staff Writer UPLAND, CA- “All of the Tuskegee Airmen know the same things, but they each have different stories and experiences.” – Buford Johnson The Inland Valley News recently honored former Tuskegee Airmen, Buford Johnson, at its 15th Annual Celebration of Excellence Awards at the Cable Airport in Upland on April [...]
In Loving Geraldyne Scott Smith
Pomona, CA– Geraldyne Scott Smith was born August 22, 1915 in Chicago, Illinois, to Rev. Thomas L. and Adah Richards Scott. After a brief illness, she transitioned from this life on April 26, 2012, to join her parents and her siblings: Ahnastasia, Theon, and Alvin. “Mama Gerri” as she was affectionately called, educated in Chicago, [...]
Citizen Advisory Board Hosts Youths in Action Luncheon
By Naomi Bonman IVN Staff Writer Redondo Beach, CA- The Citizen Advisory Board (C.A.B.) is hosting its annual fundraiser, Youths in Action Luncheon on Friday, May 4, 2012, to recognize the contributions of several youths in aiding the positive progression of their communities. These individuals have impacted their social surroundings in various ways, such as: [...]
Black Voice Donates 40 Years of Newspapers to California State University of San Bernardino Rachel Luna
San Bernardino, CA- For 40 years The Black Voice News has dedicated itself to delivering news to the Inland Empire’s black community. And in celebration of the Riverside-based newspaper’s longrunning publication, the Black Voice Foundation donated 40 years of newspaper archives to Cal State San Bernardino’s Pfau Library on Friday. The university held a ceremony [...]
Inland Valley Foundation and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Hold 3rd Youth Leadership Conference
By George D. Taylor, Zeta Tau Chapter, Editor to the Oracle La Verne, CA – “Where you come from is not who you are or where you will end up,” said Pasadena native, James Hutcheson, a senior student at the University of La Verne. James was talking to a group of young men who were [...]
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, Is Proud To Announce Its Upcoming Debutante Ball
Upland, CA–Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Epsilon Eta Omega Chapter, is planning its annual Debutante Ball by popular request in the Pomona Valley Area. Debutantes participating in the past 3 debutante balls were awarded over $50,000 in scholarships! Sherry Underwood, dance instructor and educator, will choreograph the event. The local chapter will provide workshops for African [...]
New African-American Stationery Company Promotes Positive Images for Children of Color
Unique product line features relatable artwork depicting positive, fun activities Los Angeles, CA– In an industry dominated by majority-owned companies and influences, Images of Culture (IOC), a new stationery marketing company, launches today to deliver quality school supply products with uplifting, positive graphics and messages for African-American school-aged youth. The company was created by 10-year [...]
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