The moon, as observed from the corner of Victoria and Lincoln Avenues, during last weekâs partial lunar eclipse. (Bob Sirotnik)
Wednesday Gazette: September 25, 2024
Hello Riverside, and Happy Wednesday!
The summer heat may still linger this week, but fall is technically here, and weâre excited to introduce something new in this Sundayâs edition. Ken is putting together a âGuide to Riverside in Octoberâ*âa curated roundup of next monthâs must-see events, new seasonal menus, and other local highlights.
Weâre crafting this guide with you in mind, and we want to hear from you! If you have suggestions on what we should include or any questions about Riverside this October, just hit reply and let us know.
*That is our working title; if you've got a better idea for that, we'd love to hear about it as well.
Frank Millerâs Vault: A Rare Opportunity to See Lost Treasures of the Mission Inn
Some of the items on display have been hidden in storage for over forty years, offering a rare glimpse into the Inn's forgotten history.
Wooden chest from collection of items included in Frank Millerâs Vault. (Courtesy of Rich Vandenberg)
Do you know that feeling when you get something great you werenât expecting? Like when your mom makes a wrong turn on the way to school, and you end up at Disneyland? Thatâs the feeling I had when I first saw the flyer for the Frank Millerâs Vault event at the Fox Theatre on September 28.
The Inn embodies something special for us in Riverside. Itâs a treasure saved from destruction. Itâs a puzzle with no edge piecesâthe more you learn about the Inn, the âmysteriouserâ it gets.
Riverside Derby at CBU Promises Fierce Competition and a Rowdy Atmosphere
14 goals scored and 30 cards issued in the last five contests between the Lancers and Highlanders.
Highlander Luka Lukic celebrates. (Courtesy UCR Soccer)
Crosstown Showdown, Rivalry Match, Riverside Derby, Civil Warâthese are just a few of the names used to describe the annual soccer clash between the California Baptist University (CBU) Lancers and the University of California Riverside (UCR) Highlanders. For many years, this game was an occasional novelty. CBU played in lower divisions while UCR, able to recruit top talent, competed against higher-level teams. However, since the Lancersâ transition to NCAA Division I, theyâve quickly built a program capable of standing toe-to-toe with some of the best mid-major schools in the country.
Itâs safe to say thereâs nothing friendly left about this rivalry. The last several matches between the Lancers and Highlanders have been intense, physical battles, featuring 30 yellow cards and no more than a single goal separating the teams in their last five meetings.
City Committee Weighs Caps on Mobile Home Rent Hikes
Residents push for 3% cap as park owners seek flexibility in proposed ordinance revisions.
A resident exits Villa Magnolia Senior Mobile Home Community on Buchanan St, located at the west end of Riverside.
Riverside considers changes to mobile home rent stabilization ordinance
Riverside's Housing and Homelessness Committee debates amendments to the city's mobile home rent stabilization ordinance, focusing on rent increase caps and tenant protections.
Driving the meeting: The committee discusses proposed changes to the 1992 ordinance, including a 3% annual rent increase cap and new tenant notification requirements.
The proposal aims to address concerns following significant rent hikes in 2022 and 2023.
Why it matters: Mobile home parks provide affordable housing for seniors and low-income residents, who face financial strain from rising rents and living costs.
Some residents report struggling to afford food and healthcare due to rent increases.
The big picture: Committee members disagree on the proposed 3% cap, with alternatives ranging from 2% to 5% suggested.
Park owners argue for flexibility to cover rising operational costs.
What's next: The committee's recommendations will be presented to the full City Council for consideration, likely in November.
Residents and park owners are encouraged to attend the council meeting to voice their opinions.
Homegrown Heroes: Riverside's Civil Rights Leaders Honored in New Exhibit
Explore âHomegrown Heroesâ at the Civil Rights Institute, showcasing 25 local leaders who shaped Southern Californiaâs civil rights movement through powerful stories and oral histories.
Title wall for Homegrown Heroes opening September 26, 2024. (Courtesy of The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California)
The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, located at 3933 Mission Inn Ave., opened in 2022 with a mission to share the stories of the people and movements involved in the struggle for civil rights, with a particular focus on Inland Southern California. On Thursday, September 26, at 6:00 p.m., the Institute will host âHomegrown Heroes: The Story of Civil Rights in Southern Californiaâ.
This bilingual exhibition and oral history project highlights the stories of 25 local leaders, focusing on issues of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, gender, and national origin.
The New School Year Brings Excitement, Community Benefit and New Milestones.
The start of the 2024-25 school year at California Baptist University brings anticipation and renewed energy. With new programs and a full calendar of events, the return of college life is set to benefit not only students but the entire Riverside community.
"Having students back on campus brings a surge of energy that spreads throughout the community," said Dr. Charles D. Sands, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs. "CBU continues to grow, innovate, and provide opportunities for the community to join us on campus and learn about what makes CBU such a special place."
Magnolia Centerâs Pedals Bike Shop, which announced last month it would close after thirteen years, shared on Instagram that this Friday will be its final day of business.
The New Zealand-based self-driving electric shuttle manufacturer Ohmio, establishing its US headquarters in Riverside, has deployed shuttles at New York Cityâs JFK airport, whose launch was highlighted on Fox 5 NY news.
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