A favorable draw has both men's and women's teams playing close enough to home that the Lancer faithful are sure to make their presence known in the arenas.
Council races set, public meetings roundup, Mission Inn award created...
Public meetings this week cover senior housing, parks improvements, historic preservation and a new clean-energy partnership.
Council to revisit cannabis rules, new Braver Angels chapter launches and Ken returns with reflections from the road.
Correction.
In the previous version of Eat This Riverside: Outstanding Italo-Argentine Ice Cream at Benedetto Gelato, it was stated that Italy has 21 regioni; the correct number is 20.
This is the 13th correction in Raincross Gazette’s 235-week history and our first correction since June 26, 2025. We began tracking corrections in January 2025 and placed them at the top of our newsletter to maximize transparency with readers.
Tuesday Gazette: July 15, 2025
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After cutting permits in half, Council considers rules that would ban retailers from Downtown and Midtown, create 1,000-foot buffers around parks.
Riverside's City Council will vote Tuesday on stricter cannabis business regulations, including 1,000-foot buffer zones around parks and bans in Downtown and Midtown areas. The proposal follows a failed 3-2 vote last month and March's decision to reduce citywide permits from 14 to seven.
Driving the news: The new regulations would limit cannabis retailers to one per Council Ward and establish minimum distances between businesses, significantly reducing potential locations.
Why it matters: The restrictions aim to address concerns about the concentration of cannabis businesses in certain areas and potential safety impacts.
The big picture: The proposed changes have sparked controversy, with some council members opposing the exclusion of large neighborhoods from cannabis retail.
What's next: If approved, the new regulations would significantly reshape the landscape for cannabis businesses in Riverside, limiting their operational areas and potentially impacting the local cannabis industry.
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Local chapter launches with commitment to fostering civil dialogue across political divides.
A new Braver Angels chapter has formed in Riverside, bringing together residents committed to reducing political polarization through civil dialogue. Nine members attended the inaugural meeting on July 12 at Crest Community Church, pledging to work on the initiative.
Driving the news: Co-chairs Chani Beeman and Rich Vandenberg will lead the Riverside Alliance for its first year, building on momentum from a successful workshop held in February.
Why it matters: The alliance aims to help community members engage constructively across political differences, hosting events and activities to foster understanding.
The big picture: Beeman and Vandenberg, who come from different political backgrounds, exemplify the organization's approach by building a strong relationship based on their shared love of Riverside.
What's next: The alliance plans to announce details about upcoming programs as it develops local initiatives.
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Traveling by car offers freedom of movement and also forces you to go through what is usually passed over.
I’m just getting back into town and the rhythm of work after a week on the road with my wife and my younger son. I don’t fear flying, but I love the road trip. The road trip forces you to see all of America, not just the parts we like to brag about. We started in Riverside and made our way through the desert Southwest, and somewhere on the Santa Fe Trail toward Raton, I went 45 minutes in broad daylight without seeing another car. Just me and this ancient American trail cutting through the high desert that looked the same as when it was a wagon route. You can't get that wide-open solitude any other way except when driving.
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RCRCD educator Erin Snyder, who spent 24 years teaching environmental stewardship through programs like California Naturalist courses and Project Learning Tree, has passed away, with the district planning a scholarship in her honor.
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