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Citing “unprecedented” times created by the spread of COVID-19, Stater Bros. is giving its hourly employees a $2-per-hour raise. The increase went into effect Monday and applies to everyone who works in stores, distribution, transportation, corporate offices and construction, according to a statement on the company’s website. The increase is …
Read More »ONT adds passengers in February
Nearly 420,000 passengers passed through Ontario International Airport in February, a 15.5 increase from February 2019, the Ontario International Airport Authority reported. Domestic travel increased 16.2 percent during that time, to more than 399,000 travelers, while the number of international passengers rose to almost 21,000, according to the authority, the agency …
Read More »Esri offers help in Coronavirus outbreak
Esri is making its software available to any public and private organizations that are fighting the Coronavirus pandemic. “Esri has always prioritized assisting communities during large-scale emergencies and natural disasters,” said Jack Dangermond, Esri founder and president, in a statement. “For the past 25 years, our Disaster Response Program provides …
Read More »Tribal casinos close temporarily
Several Inland Empire hotel-casinos are temporarily shutting down because of concerns regarding the Coronavirus. Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino in Indio, Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and Casino Morongo are closing temporarily to avoid crowds and help prevent the spread of the potentially deadly virus, according to statements released earlier …
Read More »Goodwill to shut down
Goodwill Southern California has decided to close temporarily all of its retail stores and donation centers because of the Coronavirus pandemic. The closure, scheduled to last until April 3, includes all of the company’s retail stores, outlet stores, donation centers and bookstores/boutiques in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, according to …
Read More »Ontario Mills shuts down
The top retail destination in the Inland Empire is shutting its doors temporarily due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Ontario Mills closed Wednesday evening and will stay closed until March 29, according to a statement on the mall’s website. “After extensive discussions with federal, state and local officials and in recognition …
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