Jennie Cook wipes the sweat off her brow. She has had to let almost half of her staff go, and she’s been working long days and even longer weeks in order to compensate for it. Though she’s had to power through exhaustion, she considers herself lucky. Her business is surviving, which is more than can be said for many of her peers. Cook owns Jennie Cook’s Catering, a Los Angeles-based company that derives almost all of its business from Hollywood productions. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in all film productions stopping, causing Jennie Cook’s, and thousands of businesses like them, to struggle to survive. “It’s been devastating,” said Cook. “Our business has taken such a hit. I’m … [Read more...] about Small businesses struggle to survive in pandemic-oriented film industry
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Real estate agent explains unprecedented real estate market
The real estate market is highly competitive right now due to factors like low interest rates, dwindling inventory, and transactions that had been put on hold because of quarantine, according to real estate agent Misty Myers. Myers began working as a licensed real estate agent in 2014 and now manages a team of seven agents in the Inland Empire. Lately, business has spiked for Myers and her team. She explains the recent developments in the market and the day-to-day business. Q: How has COVID-19 impacted your business? A: When COVID hit, everything was shut down for a week. Then we were deemed essential because people have to be able to buy and sell houses. People are forced … [Read more...] about Real estate agent explains unprecedented real estate market
Maia Pawooskar on autism during the pandemic
In the midst of this pandemic, the autism community faces higher risk for contracting COVID-19, not receiving enough aid, and difficulty reintegrating into society. Maia Pawooskar is a part of the Regional Advisory Committee at State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Consumer Advisory Committee at Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), a Group Leader at Autism Society Inland Empire, and is on the Self-Determination Advisory Committee Chair at State Council on Developmental Disabilities/IRC. Q: How do you think the reintegration into society will be for those with autism? A: It is a tremendous […] difficulty but if we plan, knowing that this is going to happen and we have more … [Read more...] about Maia Pawooskar on autism during the pandemic
Hate crimes: a trend on the rise
There is a trend of hate crimes on the rise in U.S. cities with many groups of marginalized people being targeted. On November 6, 2019, a presentation was held on campus about the trend of hate crimes on the rise, according to a study done by the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism. The presentation was organized by one of the authors of the hate crime study, Brian Levin, a professor of criminal justice at CSUSB. Levin has also written various articles and journals on the subjects of hate crimes and extremism and has even testified before both houses of Congress on the subjects. The presentation given showcased former FBI agent Cynthia Deitle, who served as a member of the … [Read more...] about Hate crimes: a trend on the rise
What to do when the power goes out: activities around the Inland empire
With the recent high winds and electricity shutdowns, students have had a lot of time on their hands. So, what is there to do when you get the amazing “classes canceled” text? Victoria Gardens is located right off of the 15 freeway in Rancho Cucamonga. This shopping center is home to all of the top brand names such as LuLu Lemon, Oakley, Tillys, Sephora, Ulta, and also has a newly renovated Apple products store. Not only that, but they also offer a wide variety of dining options. Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Changs, TGI Fridays are all located in the center. They also have a dining hall that has restaurants such as Panda Express if you are looking for a quick bite to eat so that you can get … [Read more...] about What to do when the power goes out: activities around the Inland empire
Guide to Farmer Markets near the Inland Empire
Farmer’s Markets are some of the most organic locally grown markets to shop at without having to worry about where your food comes from. This is a 2019 guide to shopping locally. Certified Farmers’ Markets are where farmers sell their crops to the public. This provides an opportunity for the public to buy locally from California-grown and certified foods. Shopping at farmers markets cuts the waste of packaging and shipment of products. Farmer’s products that are to be sold at the markets have to be government checked to ensure they are selling their own grown produce as well as meet the state agricultural guidelines. According to the Farmers Markets Coalition, "Farmers markets also … [Read more...] about Guide to Farmer Markets near the Inland Empire
Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Twenty 2 Salute is a Hard Rock band from the Inland Empire who started off as "The League" but later changed it to be more unique. The lead singer and guitarist Michael Schoon, bass player Mark Schoon, and drummer Raul Padilla known as J, performed at the Down N' Dirty Festival on the weekend of January 18th at the Adelanto Stadium in California. The two brothers have been surrounded by music their whole lives so it was given that one day this would be something they do together. "Our father was in a band growing up, he was in a rock band and he was a singer so it became our normal life to be in a band and we love music," said Mike Schoon. There were about 1,000 music … [Read more...] about Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Visiting Local Entertainment in and around the Inland Empire
The Coyote Chronicle made a set of what students could do for fun locally on a day off. “My friends and I don’t like to spend a whole lot of money, so usually if there's a deal we’ll go out. Mondays they have discounts over at BJs, like half off pizza, so we typically go there,” Anthony Langston, a biology major and fifth-year student at CSUSB. CSUSB students are very busy with managing school and work, that can take up the whole day, aside from other things such as babysitting or doctor appointments. “My typical day is either I’ll go to school all day or work. I have a lot of doctor appointments for my baby due in December. I also have to attend Navy drill here and there,” said … [Read more...] about Visiting Local Entertainment in and around the Inland Empire
Coyotes on the rise
The increase of coyote sighting induces panic, a concern of safety for families and pets. According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, there has been a rise to 50 reports of which a coyote bit a person in Southern California between August 2012 and August 2016. Professor Cindy Chrisler of CSUSB is an animal health technician, shares her thoughts on why the number of coyotes keeps expanding in the Inland Empire. Other reasons are due to the plentiful food supply that humans offer outside of their home. When it comes to the large garbage bins, make sure to keep them securely closed so it won't open just in case if it is tipped over. Not only is trash on … [Read more...] about Coyotes on the rise
Redlands Festival of Arts
By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| Redlands Festival of Arts created a relaxing atmosphere with several different handmade crafts on sale for festival goers, from May 27 until the 28. The festival itself was held in between the backside of the Smiley Library and the Lincoln Memorial Shrine near downtown Redlands. “I had always dreamed of having an outdoor art festival modeled after La Jolla or La Quinta where you bring in artist, professional and otherwise for the weekend”, said Shirley Harry, Chairman of the Redlands Festival of Arts board. The event itself is put on alongside the Art in Park event in Redlands, which according to Harry, used to be held on Mother’s Day. However, … [Read more...] about Redlands Festival of Arts