Good morning to you San Bernardino! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
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Also on today's calendar: Marinelli Bros. Circus - A New Experience! .
Today's riddle: Why is a scarecrow so successful in public speaking? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Ports Win Fifth Straight to Move Into Tie for First Place (mlb.com) — San Bernardino baseball fans saw the Stockton Ports explode for 16 runs at San Manuel Stadium, routing the Inland Empire 66ers to grab a share of first place. The Ports capitalized on wild pitching with big innings in the fifth and sixth, highlighted by a grand slam from Bobby Blandford, and the series continues tonight with another home matchup in San Bernardino.
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2. FPPC takes no action against Yucaipa councilmember over wife's contract with city (sbsun.com) — A state watchdog has declined to pursue an ethics case against Yucaipa Councilmember Bob Miller over his wife’s consulting work, citing insufficient evidence of a conflict of interest. Miller, a former police chief for Cal State San Bernardino and the San Bernardino Community College District, says the decision vindicates him, while critics await the outcome of a separate complaint from the city.
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3. Update: Seismic activity on July 25 - 2.0 magnitude earthquake near Ludlow, CA reported (sacbee.com) — A minor 2.0 magnitude earthquake shook part of San Bernardino County near Ludlow on Saturday evening, with no damage reported. While most residents likely didn’t feel it, officials encourage anyone who did to submit a USGS Felt Report and to review basic earthquake safety steps like drop, cover, and hold on to stay prepared for larger quakes.
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4. Locals in Big Bear Valley await Jackie's recovery (kesq.com) — A beloved bald eagle named Jackie, famous from the Big Bear Valley nest cam, is in critical condition after an attack but receiving intensive care at a raptor center. In hopeful news for local wildlife, a $10 million donation will let the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust buy nearby property once slated for luxury homes, protecting the eagles’ habitat instead of development approved by county supervisors.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he stands out in his field! (Thank you Kay J. for sending it in!)
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