> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🗞️ Riverside News- March 12, 2026 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/riverside-news-march-12-2026/ - Published: 2026-03-12T12:00:23.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:15:07.000Z - Description: Council greenlights railroad quiet zone near Magnolia Center, city marks 20 years of honoring teens... - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/03/IMG_5290.jpeg) "An accomplished pup." Beau, an almost 2-year-old rescue, takes in the view from the summit of Mount Rubidoux. Rescued during the LA fires, Beau and his owner recently relocated to Riverside. "Riverside has been wonderful and everyone has been so nice and welcoming," his owner shares. (Kenna Delgadillo) Have a photo that captures the spirit of Riverside? [Share it with us](https://goldstandardca.notion.site/13eef165d2ee80fa91c3de069cc9ec29?ref=raincrossgazette.com) and help celebrate the beauty of our community! **Thursday Gazette: March 12, 2026** **Hello Riverside, and Happy Thursday!** It's a warm one out there, and with the annual Shade Tree Campaign now underway, the timing couldn't be better. Riverside Public Utilities can reserve one free qualifying shade tree (valued up to $40) through June 30 via the [Tree Power program](https://riversideca.gov/utilities/residents/rebates/tree-power?ref=raincrossgazette.com). This year the process has gone fully digital: browse available trees, reserve online, then pick yours up at a participating nursery before the campaign ends June 30\. A little shade now goes a long way come summer. See you tomorrow! --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169513/image/0?seed=20260312)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169513/click/0?seed=20260312&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [GOVERNMENT](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/government/) ## City Council Clears Path for Railroad Quiet Zone Near Magnolia Center The unanimous vote authorizes land acquisition at two Union Pacific crossings on Brockton and Palm avenues, where 31 trains pass daily. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/03/brocktontracks-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-council-clears-path-for-railroad-quiet-zone-near-magnolia-center/) The Union Pacific railroad crossing at Brockton Avenue in Magnolia Center, where 31 trains pass daily sounding horns at up to 110 decibels. The City Council voted Tuesday to move forward with a quiet zone project that would silence the horns. The city moved Tuesday to establish a quiet zone on the Union Pacific line, silencing daily horn blasts at Brockton and Palm Avenue crossings for Magnolia Center residents. **Why it matters:** About 31 trains a day sound their horns at 96–110 decibels for up to 20 seconds at each crossing — disrupting sleep and daily life for Magnolia Center residents. **Driving the news:** Council unanimously approved a memorandum and a resolution of necessity Tuesday, authorizing the city attorney to file suit to acquire two small land parcels needed to complete the project. - The city can't move forward without the land — and a stalled state DMV approval process is threatening the construction timeline agreed upon with Union Pacific. **By the numbers:** The city needs just 156 square feet from the DMV site at 6280 Brockton Ave. — at a total estimated cost of $7,200, funded through an existing Measure A quiet-zone account. **What's new:** The quiet zone project would add eight vehicle warning devices, four pedestrian gates, raised medians, new sidewalks, fencing and accessible routes at both crossings — meeting the federal and state safety standards required to silence horns permanently. [Read and share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-council-clears-path-for-railroad-quiet-zone-near-magnolia-center/) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=20260312)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=20260312&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [COMMUNITY](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/community/) ## City Celebrates Two Decades of Honoring Its Most Remarkable Teens The Riverside Youth Council's annual recognition ceremony returns May 12, spotlighting 25 students from across the city. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/03/25-Most-Remarkable-Teens-2025--37-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-celebrates-two-decades-of-honoring-its-most-remarkable-teens/) Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson poses with a group of honorees at the 2025 Most Remarkable Teens ceremony, held at Riverside City Hall. The annual program, now in its 22nd year, recognizes outstanding youth ages 14-18 from high schools across the city. (Courtesy of the Office of Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson) The Riverside Youth Council is accepting nominations for its 2026 "Most Remarkable Teens" program, with a recognition ceremony set for May 12. **Why it matters:** Any Riverside resident — teachers, coaches, neighbors — can nominate a local teen ages 14-18\. The deadline is April 3. **What's recognized:** The program honors youth excellence across seven categories: academics, athletics, arts and culture, community involvement, leadership, courage in overcoming adversity, and acts of valor. **The big picture:** The Riverside Youth Council has connected high schoolers to civic life since 2004, launched jointly by the Mayor, City Council, and Riverside Police Department. Last year's class included 25 honorees from 10 city high schools. **What they're saying:** "Sometimes that recognition is all it takes to remind a young person that their hard work, resilience, and leadership truly matter," Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson said. **What's next:** The ceremony is 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 at City Hall, 3900 Main Street — and will stream live on Facebook and RiversideTV. - Nomination forms: [surveymonkey.com](http://surveymonkey.com/r/25MRT2026?ref=raincrossgazette.com) - Questions: Youth Opportunity Center at (951) 826-2272 [Read and share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-celebrates-two-decades-of-honoring-its-most-remarkable-teens/) --- 📣 ****See something? Say something.** Your tips and ideas are what fuel The Raincross Gazette. If you know of something newsworthy happening in our city, please [share it with us](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/contact/). --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [ ![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169514/image/0?seed=20260312) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=20260312&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ## What's Happening in Riverside ### Today - [Saint Patrick's Day Activity](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/saint-patricks-day-activity/18157398/2026-03-12T16) at Marcy Library - [Micro Operas](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/micro-operas/17554006/2026-03-12T19) at Culver Center of the Arts - [Neighbors of the Wood Streets](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/neighbors-of-the-wood-streets/16552244/2026-03-12T18) at Eden Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall - [History on the Rocks! Presented by The Mission Inn Foundation](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/history-on-the-rocks-presented-by-the-mission-inn-foundation/18169143/2026-03-12T17) at Mission Inn Foundation Store ($60) ### Tomorrow - [Certified Farmers Market](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/new-certified-farmers-market-january-9-at-farm-house-collective/17808448/2026-03-13T10) at Farm House Collective - [Family Storytime](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/family-storytime/17755261/2026-03-13T09) at Ameal Moore Nature Center - [Koffin Kats! w/ Left Alone!](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/koffin-kats-w-left-alone/17713986/2026-03-13T21) at The Concert Lounge - Romano's Mission Grove - [Courthouse, Murals and Heroes Walking Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/courthouse-murals-and-heroes-walking-tour/17901085/2026-03-13T15) at Mission Inn Foundation ($23.18) - [Elefante 30 Years Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/elefante-30-years-tour/16869976/2026-03-13T20) at Fox Performing Arts Center - [Oddly Manors Nu Metal Night](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/oddly-manors-nu-metal-night/18120395/2026-03-13T21) at The Raincross District ($12.51) ## Save the Date - March 14: [Fourth Annual Victoria Woods Neighborhood Garage Sale](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/fourth-annual-victoria-woods-neighborhood-garage-sale/18314211/2026-03-14T08) at Victoria Woods Neighborhood - March 14: [Olivewood Cemetery Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/olivewood-cemetery-tour/18153476/2026-03-14T10) at Olivewood Cemetery ($21.20) - March 14: [Riverside Sunrise Rotary 22nd Annual Black Tie Bingo](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-sunrise-rotary-22nd-annual-black-tie-bingo/18141462/2026-03-14T18) at Riverside Convention Center ($130- $250) - March 19: [Empowered Leadership: Cultivating Influence and Impact](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/empowered-leadership-cultivating-influence-and-impact/17934420/2026-03-19T08) at Work Well ($165) - March 21: [LiTEArature: A Fairy-Themed Afternoon Tea - SOLD OUT](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/litearature-a-fairythemed-afternoon-tea-sold-out/18160499/2026-03-21T14) at Heritage House ($25) - March 26: [She Built This City: Women and the Making of Riverside](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/she-built-this-city-women-and-the-making-of-riverside/18309147/2026-03-26T18) at Riverside Main Library - March 28: [Goeske Spring Festival](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/goeske-spring-festival/17846140/2026-03-28T10) at Janet Goeske Center - March 30: [Sip with a Scientist](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/sip-with-a-scientist/17942951/2026-03-30T17) at Bar Ni Modo - April 12: [The Expeditions of Juan Bautista de Anza through Riverside County](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/the-expeditions-of-juan-bautista-de-anza-through-riverside-county/18308461/2026-04-12T13) at Riverside Medical Clinic Basement Meeting Room - April 17: [Frozen: The Broadway Musical](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/frozen-the-broadway-musical/18267129/2026-04-17T19) at Woodcrest Christian School Royals Pavilion ($15- $20) 🗓️ [See More Events](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/)📝 [Submit Your Event](https://hub.cityspark.com/Event/Submission/Raincross?ref=raincrossgazette.com) 📸 [Submit a photo](http://raincrossgazette.com/submitphoto?ref=raincrossgazette.com) to be featured in our newsletters and social media accounts. 🏆 [Nominate a remarkable Riversider](https://rgnotw.paperform.co/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) as Neighbor of the Week.