Ramona Humane Society is transitioning to a no-kill animal shelter
After more than 50 years of service to animals, the Ramona Humane Society in San Jacinto is on the verge of some major changes. There will be an announcement of all of them via social media on Nov. 28 in conjunction with the celebration of generosity, GivingTuesday.
Thousands of hungry families receive turkey meals from Soboba
Once again this year, the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, Soboba Foundation and Soboba Casino Resort gathered together to ensure that the neediest families in the San Jacinto Valley could be thankful for a hearty turkey meal on Thanksgiving Day.
Controlled burns scheduled In San Bernardino National Forest
Controlled burns are slated to begin before the end of the month throughout the San Bernardino National Forest, including near Mountain Center and Idyllwild, where federal fighters will be igniting piles of dead vegetation and burning off excess foliage from the ground and air.
Noli Indian School hosts first annual diabetes awareness walk
Initiated by school nurse Camille Diaz, Noli students and staff participated in its first annual walk to bring awareness to the disease of diabetes. Very prevalent in Indian Country, the disease often can be controlled through proper diet and exercise.
San Jacinto Valley students honored in October
The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program held its most recent recognition breakfast at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Oct. 26. Seven local high school seniors were recognized and honored for their character, love of learning and commitment to academics in addition to their involvement in school and community activities and their ability to overcome difficult life circumstances.
