Susan Beckett

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Death By Cactus       

 There used to be a show on TV that aired from 2008 to 2012 called “1000 Ways to Die.” I watched it a few times and was intrigued as unusual deaths were recreated each week.

Born to Die

  I love words. Words can encourage or discourage, spread good new or gossip, order a hot pizza or start a fight. And when you think about it, we communicate with words in very unique ways.

The Door

Has anything like this ever happened to you? You’re out shopping and find this amazing new outfit - on sale no less.

Clergy Corner: Better Than $150,000.00?

 The Boston Marathon! What an amazing race! Back when I was in high school and spending a fair amount of time running track, my dad told me if I would prepare for the Boston Marathon and meet the qualifying time, he would sponsor me.

Letter to the Editor

can’t remember when I’ve read a more one-sided and biased rant than the one by Muhammad Naeem (Another Pandemic) as I read this past week in the Chronicle. Name-calling, misinformation, racist comments, and blatant lies rip this great nation apart on every front, and his submission was replete with them.

Breaking

Some Inland Empire shelters say they’re getting animals in faster than they can get them out

The boy giggled as Hazel, a pit bull terrier mix, wiggled and licked his hand. He used his finger to follow along in his book, pausing to sound out new words and looking up at the cheerful dog for encouragement.

Student Protesters At UCR Will End Encampment, Agreement Reached

Students protesting at UC Riverside over the school's indirect financial support for Israel amid the war in Gaza have reached an agreement with campus officials that will, among other things, see an encampment disbanded at the college, according to an announcement Friday afternoon from UCR Chancellor Kim. A. Wilcox.

Lake Hemet Big Trout Campout draws nearly 500 anglers, featured hot fishing and great times

Prior to this year, the Lake Hemet Big Trout Campout was already a well-established event with a loyal following. For the 2024 installment of the family event, Lake Hemet management joined forces with Western Outdoor News to tap into WON’s vast fishing-event production experience to bring the Campout to the next level.

Banning Sting Targets People Who Buy Booze For Minors

BANNING, CA — Two people were arrested and cited during a law enforcement sting in Banning that targeted people who buy booze for minors.