News From Around The County
Back-to-school supplies were a bit different this year for 12-year-old Audrey. Along with a day planner, an array of pens and a thick notebook, Audrey added face masks, hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. “I’m not sure how it’s going to completely work,” said Audrey of her middle school in Southern California. “How many kids are going to be in each […]
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BURNEY, Calif., — Kindergarten students at Burney Elementary were delighted yesterday when local law enforcement and fire officials showed up at the school to participate in a show-and-tell that allowed the children to get up close and personal with the first responders; along with their equipment, vehicles, and various tools of the trade they employ in their daily duties serving […]
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Guest Writer Spotlight: No Secrets – Richard Lewis The story is told of an 1800’s era newspaper editor who wanted to validate the integrity of some of the leaders in his community. He decided that the best way to accomplish this was to make up a list of a dozen outstanding business, political and professional men in the community and […]
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ANDERSON, Calif., — The Anderson Police Department yesterday proudly announced that Anderson City Councilmembers had unanimously voted to transition Interim Chief Jon Poletski to the full position of Anderson Police Chief. Poletski was tapped to serve as the interim Chief of Police last month, when then-Chief Michael Johnson was appointed to the position of Sheriff of Shasta County. Poletski came […]
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TEMECULA, Calif. — MilVet was excited to announce today that GreatNonprofits – the leading website for community recommendations of charities and nonprofits, with stories and reports they say influence 30 million donation decisions a year – has named the Temecula, CA based charitable organization a “2021 Top-Rated Nonprofit”. Founded in 2016 by long-time Temecula Valley resident Raven Hilden, MilVet is […]
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Guest Writer Spotlight: Sailing – By Richard Lewis My wife and I used to rent a 30 foot sailboat and take our friends out for a sail around Newport harbor. We had taken some lessons through a sailing club. Most of our sailing adventures were close by in Newport Harbor but occasionally, we’d venture out into the ocean and sail […]
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Whittier students engage in lunchtime dance and singing parties HEMET, Calif., — Asked what has been missing these past 18 months during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and public health crisis, Hemet Unified School District (HUSD) today told RCNS, “Complete and carefree silliness.” To help young students remember the importance of just having fun and being silly, one Hemet counselor at […]
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From the Bleachers – With Ron Mosher KID’S CHEER CAMP The Fall River High School cheerleaders will hold their annual kid’s cheer camp September 20-24 at the bleachers at Fall River Jr/Sr high school. The camp will be divided into two groups – Li’l Pups for ages 3-6 and Bullpups for ages 7-12, and both groups will meet daily from […]
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REDDING, Calif., — Redding Police Department yesterday announced the creation and implementation of the department’s Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT), a new unit created in partnership with Shasta County Public Health. Comprised of two police officers with advanced crisis intervention and mental health training, along with a mental health clinician from Shasta County Health and Human Services, the specialized team […]
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TEMECULA, Calif. — The Board of Directors of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce today announced long-time Chamber employee Brooke Nunn has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive executive search. Nunn had been serving as Interim CEO since mid-June. “Brooke brings a thorough understanding of our chamber, its members and the community we serve,” said Al […]
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