🌱 What San Bernardino councilmember Treasure Ortiz told jurors about that recording
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In today's newsletter:
- What San Bernardino councilmember Treasure Ortiz told jurors about that recording
- Plan your visit to San Bernardino’s free inclusive Monster Mash this October
- How can San Bernardino neighbors fight hunger this month?
Also on today's calendar: Twanguero: Backroads of the Americas — Live in Riverside and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 91 and low of 60 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 91, low: 61.
- Friday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 88 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. San Bernardino police sergeant knew he was being recorded, Treasure Ortiz says in testimony (sbsun.com) — San Bernardino Councilmember Treasure Ortiz testified in her misdemeanor eavesdropping trial that a city police sergeant knew she was recording their 2024 meeting about alleged misuse of a law-enforcement database. Prosecutors say she violated California’s two-party consent law, while Ortiz argues she visibly placed her phone on the table and the sergeant agreed to be recorded. 
2. Legacy Bridges Foundation Brings Advocacy, Inclusion & Fall Fun Together at Free Community Fair (sb-american.com) — San Bernardino families can look forward to a free, inclusive Fall Advocacy & Inclusion Fair – A Community Monster Mash on Saturday, October 10, at the Inland Regional Center Conference Center on South Waterman Avenue. Hosted by Legacy Bridges Foundation, the event will feature trick-or-treating, sensory-friendly activities, live entertainment, and resource booths connecting people with disabilities and caregivers to Inland Empire support services.
3. FARSB calls on the IE to Play Your Part this Hunger Action Month (sb-american.com) — San Bernardino County residents are being urged to “play your part” this Hunger Action Month as Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino highlights that local food insecurity tops 15%. You’re invited to help neighbors by donating food or money, volunteering at the Riverside warehouse, hosting drives, or advocating for hunger‑relief policies through the FeedingIE.org/hungeraction campaign.
4. Posts From The Road: Calico Ghost Town (ladailypost.com) — San Bernardino County’s own Calico Ghost Town Regional Park offers residents an easy day trip into Old West mining history just off Barstow. Once a booming silver town and later restored by Walter Knott, Calico now features historic buildings, a museum, mine tours, a train, shops, and RV camping, giving locals a convenient way to explore the Mojave Desert’s past.
5. Update: Blake Fire in San Bernardino County is now fully contained (sacbee.com) — A small wildfire dubbed the Blake Fire in San Bernardino County has been fully contained after burning about 10.5 acres since late Monday night. Firefighters with Cal Fire’s San Bernardino Unit have a control line around the blaze, meaning it’s no longer expected to spread, though some burning may continue within the perimeter.
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Twanguero: Backroads of the Americas — Live in Riverside →
The Avenue Church, 8223 California Ave, Riverside
7:30 pm
Thursday September 3
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Other local events
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African American Parent Advisory Committee (AAPAC) Meeting
San Bernardino City Unified 746 North E Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
5:00 pm -
District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meeting
San Bernardino City Unified 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
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District Advisory Council Meeting
San Bernardino City Unified 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
5:00 pm -
2026 Nocturnal Wonderland Festival - Sunday →
Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy, San Bernardino
10:00 am
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Thursday September 10
Sunday September 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Baldy Mesa ES Title I Parent Meeting
Snowline Joint Unified Baldy Mesa Elementary School, 10376 Baldy Mesa Rd, Phelan, CA 9
9:00 am -
Dine out fundraiser at Loud Burger in Grand Terrace for PTA
Reche Canyon Elementary Colton, CA 92324
4:00 pm -
#8 Pastels w/ Natalie
Redlands Art Association 215 E State St, Redlands, CA 92373
6:30 pm -
No Holly Class
Redlands Art Association 215 E State St, Redlands, CA 92373 -
Academic Ceremonies
Redlands Unified Redlands, CA 92374 -
Picture Day
Sierra Lakes Elementary Sierra Lakes
7:50 am -
Hour of Code with VVHS
Palm Middle School, 11900 Slawson Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92557, USA
8:30 am -
#6 Beg Watercolor w/Debra
Redlands Art Association 215 E State St, Redlands, CA 92373
10:00 am
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
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- Has anyone ever seen these, or know if I can get them developed?
They’re from 1982. I got them from my grandpas house after he passed. I can see there are photos on them but I’ve never seen this kind of film… (Nextdoor North Wildwood) - Finally some relief from those recent triple digit heat days.
So thankful for the slight decrease in heat lol and I’m ready for El Niño to give us rain this winter! (Nextdoor Highland-Waterman-Baseline)
- Yoshinoya America, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in San Bernardino. Apply here.
- 24 Hour Fitness USA, Inc. posted a job opening for Sales and Service Associate in San Bernardino. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Bernardino here.
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