Throughout the Coachella Valley area, restaurant managers and employees are struggling to maintain structure at work, as COVID-19 continuously spreads. The coronavirus has affected nearly the entire country with 13 million Americans infected and 265 thousand lives lost since its initial outbreak in February. The virus also proven to be the silent killer of most essential businesses, causing local restaurants significant financial decline and loss of employees. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 150,000 businesses have indicated that they have closed due to COVID-19, 20,000 of which are restaurants in California. Many of these restaurants are large corporation … [Read more...] about Restaurants and bars in Coachella Valley adjust to COVID-19 protocols
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Businesses slowly reopen in California
Many Americans’ concerns are rising now that California is starting to reopen in stages. While several Riverside County residents feel like it's too soon and unsafe to start reopening, others think it’s appropriate as long as it's handled with caution. Restaurants are slowly planning to re-open with restrictions, but employees fear for their safety. IHOP is planning to re-open to the public on June 1 in Menifee, California. Sara Denali, a server at the IHOP in Menifee, states that she still fears her job to re-open and get her kids sick with all the people she’s in contact with during her shift. “I still feel unsafe to start work again. I am a server and have the most contact … [Read more...] about Businesses slowly reopen in California
Eureka! Restaurant Review
By Angie Burkhart |Staff Writer| If you're looking for a unique and rustic spin on American cuisine, such as burgers and craft beer, Eureka! is the spot for you! The word eureka, according to Merriam-Webster, is "used to express excitement when a discovery has been made." With this definition in mind, this restaurant had better live up to their name. The restaurant is located on 580 W. First St., in the heart of Claremont Village Square. You can also find Eureka! in local cities such as Redlands, Irvine, Bakersfield, Fresno, and many more. Upon entering, you can't help but notice aromas of roasted garlic, caramelized onion, and savory beef. The dark wood flooring, along … [Read more...] about Eureka! Restaurant Review
Santos Manuel Student Union celebrates 36 years
By Adrian Carlos |Staff Writer| A fully stocked nacho bar, an adventurous scavenger hunt and free iPad mini put a cherry on top of this year’s Santos Manuel Student Union (SMSU) birthday. The celebration was in honor of the SMSU, to commemorate its 36th anniversary. “One of the main goals for our SMSU birthday bash is to collect as much student feedback as possible,” said Alexsaundra Preston, marketing coordinator for the SMSU. Preston was responsible for putting this year’s SMSU birthday bash together. SMSU was incorporated in 1978. Since then, the SMSU has been celebrating its anniversary every few years, collaborating with all the centers and student staff that make up … [Read more...] about Santos Manuel Student Union celebrates 36 years
Dishing it up With Diana: Vegan
By Diana Cansino Features Editor I walked in not expecting much. I mean it was like I kidnapped myself, and instead of going to a place filled with hamburgers, mashed potatoes and bacon, I ended up in a vegan place. It also didn’t help that I was greeted by a tiny glass. I was hungry as hell, and the fact that the cat was taunting me, and waving its small paw back and forth really rubbed me the wrong way. I ended up here because my vegan friend was hungry too, and I decided to sympathize with him and go eat some place where he would be able to enjoy something besides water. So, I sat at the table and prayed … yes prayed that perhaps they had one, just one option that was made … [Read more...] about Dishing it up With Diana: Vegan