A coalition of fitness center owners say they have the data to prove that their facilities don’t spread COVID-19 any more than retail stores and salons, and they’re taking their case public. California currently allows gyms and fitness centers to operate outdoors, and a majority of state residents apparently agree with …
Read More »African-American, Hispanic families lag in home ownership
Fewer than half the African-American and Hispanic households in California last year could afford a median-priced home, according to data released Tuesday. Only 19 percent of black households and 20 percent of Latino households could afford a median-priced, single-family home of $659,380, the California Association of Realtors reported in its …
Read More »Moreno Valley looks to fill council seat
Moreno Valley is accepting applications from residents interested in finishing the District 2 city council term, which became vacant when Councilwoman Carla J. Thornton passed away last month following an illness. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, live in District 2 and be registered to vote in Moreno …
Read More »Hernandez named AV employee of quarter
David Hernandez has been named Apple Valley’s top employee for the first quarter of 2021. Hired as a part-time employee eight years ago, Hernandez has held multiple jobs in the town’s grounds and public works departments, according to a statement on the town’s website. Hernandez maintains town parks, exercise equipment …
Read More »Montgomery is Omnitrans’ employee of the year
Mark Montgomery, facilities manager with Omnitrans, has been named the agency’s employee of the year for 2020. A 15-year employee of San Bernardino County’s largest transit agency, Montgomery was recognized for “fearlessly” securing electric infrastructure for Omnitrans’ first 100 percent battery powered zero-emission buses, according to a statement on the …
Read More »AV to discuss housing
Apple Valley wants to know what its residents think about the town’s housing policies. The High Desert town is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting via Zoom at 6 p.m. Feb. 24, in which residents will offer views on how Apple Valley can best meet its housing needs in the …
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