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Saldana's Column to Address the Special Needs of the Community
Upland, CA– When a woman finds out she is pregnant it can be a wonderful and terrifying experience all at the same time. This is especially true when you find you’re going to have a special needs child. This is just one of many stories of families who experience the trails and blessings of have [...]
Greater New Light Church Hosts Bazzar for Community
Pomona, CA — Bargain seekers will be in luck this weekend as the Greater New Light Church in Pomona will be featuring its first Bazaar on this Friday and Saturday. In conjunction with Hands of People Extending Salvation (HOPES) ministry, the event will feature sales of new and used various items, including clothing, toys, appliances [...]
Organization geared to teaching kids about finances
Rancho Cucamonga, CA — Jamille Hamlet knows first hand how it feels to lose a job during an economic crisis. She said she’s been laid off two times in the past three years. But after receiving her severance package in December, Hamlet decided to follow her heart of teaching children about finances. Her passion led [...]
CFES Salutes Urban Valedictorians
This year, the Community Family Educational Services Foundation, Inc.(CFES) recognized seven high school valedictorians from the Greater Los Angeles Area for their outstanding academic achievement at its’ 2nd Annual Salute to the Urban Valedictorian on Saturday, June 5. One of the valedictorians honored was Jeronimo Ruben Ortega, Valedictorian at The Village Academy High School in [...]
Chef Tapped In Fight Against Childhood Obesity
Riversider among 500 chefs Michelle Obama invited to the White House First Lady Michelle Obama invited top chefs from around the nation to The White House Friday to help launch a campaign to promote healthier eating habits among school children. Rachael Ray, Cat Cora, Tom Colocchio and the executive chef for Riverside Unified School District, [...]
Public Awareness Campaign Empowers Homeowners to Combat Loan Modification Scams
A network of local, state and national partners announces new resources for at-risk homeowners to recognize scams, report them and find legitimate help Riverside, CA –– Recently in Riverside, a partnership of local, state and national government agencies, nonprofit organizations and financial institutions gathered at the steps of City Hall to launch a [...]
Class of 2010 at Haynes Education Center
LaVerne, CA– Six graduates — Leonard, Deshawn, Archawn, Susanna, Elijah and Bryan — moved their tassels from right to left in commencement ceremonies at the Haynes Education Center in La Verne. Of the six, one is heading on to Citrus College in the fall, one is enrolling at Mt. San Antonio College, one is already [...]
MAC AWARDS TO BE HELD THIS SATURDAY
Upland, CA — The time has come as the 2nd Annual The MAC (Men About our Community) Awards and Fashion Extravaganza will be parading the best fashion trends this Saturday, June 19. The event, presented by Helping Hands For Veterans, Inc. and Shining Glory Publications, will take place at the historic Grove Theater in [...]
Apodaca Captures the World Through Photos
Upland, CA — Since the 5th grade, Gary Apodaca has enjoyed seeing the world through the small viewfinder in his camera. His love for the art form led him to start ImageWorks Photography, a company that keeps him very busy. “My work days are never the same,” Apodaca said. “One day I will be answering [...]
Saxophonist to Perform at VCC Worship Service
Los Angeles, CA– Reginald Frederick is a Louisiana born son of the soulful South whose smooth blend is reminiscent of the incomparable Kenny G flavored with the funk groves of artists such as EWF. Reginald will be playing at Victory Community Church on Sunday, June 20, 2010, during their morning worship service at 9:30 [...]
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