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SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The community is invited to come out to Open Mic Night at the American Legion Post #14 located at 863 North “D” Street in San Bernardino (92401). The show begins at 8:10 p.m. There are still FREE tickets available through Eventbrite. Chef Johnson will be preparing a chicken wing basket special and dessert. The first ten ladies will receive a glass of wine. Early arrival is suggested.

Come on down and forget about the long lines at the overbooked restaurants, crowded freeways, and other Mother’s Day trappings, and do something original, creative, personal, thoughtful and most of all fun! Be the first to celebrate the special women in your life– your mom, sister, wife, bestie, In-law, auntie for a special, classic, unforgettable night. Make it your own tribute. Sign up for open mic and serenade her, read her a poem, play her a song, give her a personal tribute, or just sit back and enoy the sounds of the “Fabulous Four” Leon Hawley, James Groves, Reuben Brewington, Joseph Hernandez, and featuring special guest spokenart artist Derrick Dzine.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors celebrated the launch of Give BIG San Bernardino County, a 24-hour online day of giving to local nonprofits. Give Big will be our county’s first ever dedicated give day and this philanthropic effort is meant to build a culture of philanthropy and giving in our community. The idea of Give Big is to make giving 1) easy, by bringing information about the county’s wonderful nonprofits to you, right to your fingertips on your smartphone or laptop at home where you can donate as little as $10 or as much as $10,000 in less than 2 minutes, and 2) fun, there will be several events hosted throughout each city on May 8th to bring people together to promote this philanthropic campaign. There are currently 400 community leaders volunteering for Give Big, 256 participating nonprofits and we have raised $35,000 in sponsorship dollars for the giving day. Such sponsorship dollars will be used for prize money for NPO’s to compete for on May 8th.

SafeCare Financial Services delivers on its pledge of $5000.00 and extends a challenge to other IE businesses to do the same. (L to R) Leilani Palmer, Excutive Director of YouthPower Solutions I E Youth Build Program; Wallace J. Allen, Host ETB; Reverend Jim Peterson, SafeCare Director; and Andrew Valles, SafeCare CEO and ETB Co-host.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The CEO of SAFECARE Financial Services recently delivered a $5000 check to the YouthPower Solutions IE Youth Build Program. The Monday afternoon presentation resulted from a pledge made during a conversation on the EMPIRE TALKS BACK (ETB) radio talk show.  Leilani Palmer, YPS Youth Build Executive Director,  and Felix Marchany, Development Director,  were there discussing the program’s goals and policy.  Andrew Valles, ETB Co-host, became so enthused with them and their program that he pledged $5000.00 and challenged other IE entities to match him in an effort to raise $30,000 for the program.

Valles had this to say about his donation,

“Some have asked ‘why has SafeCare of San Francisco chosen to financially sponsor YouthPower Solutions Youth Build (in San Bernardino)?’ Though I am the chief executive officer of the company, I could answer, ‘Why not?!’  However, the Youth Build organization commands an answer which is complete and respectful. So here is my answer, I was invited to come see so-called at risk youth and young adults express their desire to achieve more for themselves. I was skeptical.”

He continues,

“What I observed were young people poised to defy the odds of a decaying inner city, but all they needed were a few resources. Resources denied to them by their own families and their communities. In short, there was a need and a want. I merely used the power of my office to commit a small amount of money, which I thought and felt with this organization would shift lives and perspectives. If there is a disappointment which I have then it would be that no other individual, company, group or band of community members have taken me, an outsider, up on my matching funds challenge. That says plenty to me about a community. A community where the political leadership years ago was content with eroding education funding, which is the same ilk which insults the children they failed prior be depriving them of opportunities and resources in adulthood.”

You can find more about the YouthPower Solutions Youth Build Program at their website www.Youthbuildinlandempire.webs.com. The ETB radio talk show,  hosted by WSSNews Publisher Wallace J. Allen is broadcast each Sunday morning at 10 a.m. on KCAA 1050-AM radio with video streamed live from www.kcaaradio.com. The new hi-tech way to hear the show is to simply dial up the program on your phone at (832) 999-1050!

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- San Bernardino radio station KCAA 1050-AM is now available to listeners via telephone.  No internet connection is necessary. You can listen to the station’s broadcast by simply dialing (832) 999-1050 on your phone! Fred Lundgren, KCCA owner, used this announcement to push his station’s slogan saying, “This is another tool that helps KCAA’s goal to “Leave No Listener Behind”!

KCAA is an affiliate of NBC featuring a Talk Format that includes national as well as local programming.  Westside Story News produces a weekly program on KCAA titled “EMPIRE TALKS BACK” (ETB) that is hosted by Westside Story Publisher, Wallace J. Allen.

“This is great news,” said Allen. “Being able to listen to ‘ETB’ directly by calling on the phone will make hearing the program easy for people who are outside of the broadcast signal. That is good for the listeners and for advertisers!”

ETB is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. You can now hear the program several ways: on the radio at 1050-AM on the dial, on your phone, and on the internet via www.kcaaradio.com where the program streams live video and where pod-casts are archived.

Voter Information Guides were delivered to voters’ mailboxes earlier this week for the June 3, 2014  Statewide Primary Election. Mail ballots will be delivered to voters on the permanent mail ballot list  beginning May 10, 2014.

Inside the Voter Information Guide, voters will find a Sample Ballot, as well as information regarding  voting, candidates, and measures. On the back cover of the Voter Information Guide, voters will find the  address of their assigned Election Day polling place. Voters are encouraged to hold on to their guide until  Election Day so that they can easily find their polling place.

Mail ballots are being delivered this week to voters on the permanent mail ballot list. However, voters can still  sign up to receive a mail ballot by filling out the Mail Ballot Application found in their Voter Information  Guide, by downloading an application from the Elections Office website, or by calling the Elections Office.  Voted mail ballots may be returned via the U.S. Postal Service, in person to any polling place on Election Day  or to one of the fifty-seven mail ballot drop-off locations prior to, and on Election Day. To find a mail ballot  drop-off location, voters can use the mail ballot drop-off map located on the Elections Office website.

Voters in this election are also able to vote early or request replacement mail ballots at the San Bernardino  County Elections Office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on  Election Day, Tuesday, June 3, 2014.

For more information about this election, visit the Elections Office website, www.sbcountyelections.com,  or call (909) 387-8300.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA – In honor of Nurses Week, the Global Nursing Program will be showing the new film “The American Nurse” in the ASU Fox Theater in San Bernardino on Friday, May 9th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 at the door or online at www.gNp193.com. Doors open at 6 p.m.

The American Nurse is a heart-warming documentary that gives a voice to nurses who are on the front lines of the biggest issues facing America, such as aging, war, poverty, prisons through the work and lives of five nurses. It is an examination of real people that will change how we think about nurses and how we wrestle with the challenges of healing America. The American Nurse is an important contribution to America’s ongoing conversation about what it means to care.

Professionals that see the documentary can earn 1.5 CE credits through an arrangement with www.nurse.com. A portion of the proceeds from The American Nurse Project have been earmarked to a new scholarship program under the auspices of the American Nurses Foundation.

The historic ASU Fox Theater was originally opened in 1929 and was the site for the West Coast premiere of the original “King Kong” film in 1933. It is located at 374 West Court Street in downtown San Bernardino, just a block from City Hall across the street from the Bank of America.

MONTCLAIR, CA – Last week, Rep. Gloria Negrete McLeod (D-Montclair) held the 2014 “Outstanding Teen of the Year” awards luncheon to honor teens from throughout the 35th Congressional District who were nominated by school superintendents for their exemplary academic work and civic participation.

A total of 12 teens were selected from cities within the 35^th Congressional District.

“It was a pleasure to recognize students who serve in their communities while maintaining excellent grades,” said Rep. Negrete McLeod. “I am confident they will be successful in their future endeavors.”

Students receiving the 2014 “Outstanding Teen of the Year” award were:

• Shaddy Viste, Bloomington
• Eric Barajas, Bloomington
• Kimberly Goodwin, Chino
• Donald Hall III, Chino
• Jacqueline Cornejo, Fontana
• Antonio Flores, Fontana
• Angelica Benitez, Montclair
• Fernando Fernandez, Montclair
• Sabrina Sedano, Ontario
• Edgar Ibarra, Ontario
• Ivon Pena, Pomona
• Joseph Orosco, Pomona

(l-r) From AMR – Shalon W., TFCF clients Lisa, Jen, Crystal, Jeanine, Amanda, Ariel, Mrs. Carter- Exec. Director of TFCF, From AMR Diana McCafferty and Andy S.

American Medical Response (AMR) Is Responding in Action to Assist The Time for Change Foundation. An AMR Ambulance came rolling into the Time for Change parking lot on Wednesday in order to respond to the overwhelming need for women’s clothing. AMR drivers and manager staff spent weeks collecting lightly used quality clothing to ensure that the clients at Time for Change have the required daily clothing needed and also professional clothing that will enable them to put their best foot forward when on a job interview.

Diana McCafferty, Manager of AMR Administration San Bernardino County came to Time for Change and asked, “How can we help Time for Change as a support partner?” Time for Change is grateful any time a company or individual asks the question, “How can we help your mission.” We thank the entire team that AMR brought to engage in the delivery of the gifted clothing and hygiene items. AMR is looking forward to expanding the engagement opportunities with Time for Change throughout the year. Diane McCafferty said, “AMR is honored to assist the residents of San Bernardino. Time for Change is making a direct impact in assisting those in need.”

About Time for Change Foundation

Time for Change Foundation’s mission is to empower disenfranchised low-income individuals and families by building leadership through evidence-based programs and housing to create self-sufficiency and thriving communities. AMR shares Time for Change Foundation dedication to solutions that are ending homelessness and providing a pathway for women who are looking to gain self-sufficiency for themselves and their children.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA- Pastor Owusu Hodari and Pastor Ray Turner of San Bernardino, along with several Inland Empire Pastors have endorsed candidate Danny Tillman for U. S. Congress in the 31st District.

Pastor Hodari, out of Fontana, announced his endorsement and support for Danny Tillman.  “Danny has done a tremendous job as a Board Member for San Bernardino City Unified School District. He has been a constant voice of reason and is not afraid of change.  I support Danny Tillman for Congress in District 31 completely and I know he is the best candidate.”

Pastor Raymond Turner, out of San Bernardino, also pledged his support and endorsement for Danny Tillman. “Danny is the most qualified and experienced candidate among the choices for Congressional District 31. He has proven himself to be deeply concerned with the community at large, even before he was an elected official. Danny has my vote and I am happy to endorse such a qualified candidate.”

In addition to Pastor Hodari and Pastor Turner, Danny Tillman’s Pastor Dr. R. Fairly of San Bernardino, Pastor Joshua Beckley of San Bernardino, Pastor Larry Campbell of San Bernardino, Bishop Henry Shields of San Bernardino, Bishop Emory James of Fontana, Pastor Mannie Brodie of Fontana and Pastor Anthony Green of Redlands all have endorsed Danny for Congress as well.

Danny Tillman’s response to the endorsements was,

“I can remember when I was three years old, my mother walked me and my four brothers and sisters to church every Sunday. I was born and raised in the church. To have Pastors of such caliber who are committed community leaders endorse me is very humbling.”

RIVERSIDE, CA- Jazz musician Isom Green Jr. will be performing live on Friday, May 2 at Mario’s Place located at 3646 Mission Inn Avenue in Downtown Riverside. Isom Green Jr. has a sound like no other. He has taken jazz to another level and is known for his silky, smooth sound and ability to transform a rhythm section making his musicians think outside of the box. Green’s latest project ‘Peace of Mind’, which has been on the top of the Jazz charts for months, is a reflection of his unique style and influences of many great musicians from the past and present that can be heard in his music. For more information on Isom Green Jr. visit www.isomgreenjr.com.

Come and enjoy contemporary jazz from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is no cover charge but there is a $10 per person minimum on items at the club. For more information on Mario’s Place call (951) 684-7755 or visit www. Mariosplace.com.