February is Fur Lovers

Children happliy running in a field.

Graduating students celebrate during a commencement ceremony in the Inland Empire as families and educators cheer from the audience.

Residents browse fresh produce and handmade goods at a Southern California farmers market.

Freshman standout Gavin Bedolla continues to make his mark at Grand Terrace High School with excellence in the classroom and on the baseball field.

Photo Caption: Kea Johnson, Bonnie Johnson’s daughter, cuts the ribbon with Valdez Educational Services President Aaron Valdez to celebrate the dedication of Valdez’s headquarters to Bonnie Johnson.

Photo Caption: San Bernardino City representatives accepting an award from The Salvation Army as its Partner of the Year, recognizing their collaboration to reduce homelessness in San Bernardino. (Left to right) Chad Holgate - Police Officer, Eric Levitt – City Manager, Fred Shorett – 4th Ward Councilmember, Rose Hoefer - San Bernardino County Social Worker, Steven Arabia - Police Officer, Henry Dominguez - Police Officer, Treasure Ortiz –7th Ward Councilmember, Helen Tran – Mayor. From the City’s Housing & Homelessness Department: Gabriela Leon, Cassandra Searcy, and Trina Perez - Deputy Director. Also included are Major Adam Morales – Salvation Army Corps Officer, and Bill Lemann - Attorney and master of ceremonies.

Wild burros stand in a natural open-space area near Moreno Valley.

A landscaped residential property features flowers, trimmed greenery, and a maintained front yard.

A school counselor meets with students to discuss scholarship opportunities and college planning resources aimed at helping California students prepare for their future.

Mia Mezzanatto continues to shine as one of Grand Terrace High School’s top student-athletes, balancing a 4.5 GPA while excelling on the softball field for the Lady Titans.

Joe Baca Jr., San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor, names Jubilee Pantry of Loveland Church one of the top five nonprofits of the Year for providing food to more than 2,000 families each month. In the photo, left to right, Supervisor Joe Baca Jr., Director Dr. Nita Alexander, and Senior Pastor Chuck Singleton.