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San Bernardino County has again been recognized by the California State Association of Counties for its handling of the pandemic. Setting up the state’s first COVID-19 vaccine redistribution hub and using GIS technology to distribute CARES Act funds to businesses both earned the county Merit Awards from the association, according …

The town of Apple Valley and the Apple Valley Business District Association will hold a community workshop Dec. 8 regarding the Village Business District Specific Plan. That plan, which is being written, focuses on making development, investment and renovation easier in that part of Apple Valley. Members of the public …

Moreno Valley is again accepting applications from local artists who wish to have their work displayed in city facilities next year. The art loan program will place “family-friendly” works in the city council chamber, library and several other city-owned locations. “Moreno Valley is full of gifted artists, and over the …

Riverside County’s three proposed redistricting maps are scheduled to be discussed during the Dec. 7 board of supervisors meeting. Three draft maps will be considered, including two from the county’s redistricting technical committee and one from the community, according to a statement on the county’s website. All three maps, including …

Palm Desert is asking for volunteers to serve on its Homeless Task Force. The seven-member panel will consist of two council members appointed by the mayor, two business community members, two at-large community members and Jann Buller, chair of the housing commission. Business and community members will serve four-year terms. …

One year after its postponement because of COVID-19, Palms Springs is bringing back its annual Festival of Lights Parade. The parade, the city’s premiere holiday event, is scheduled to begin at 5:45 p.m. Dec. 4 along Palm Canyon Drive, according to a statement on the city’s website. The parade will …