Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, San Bernardino. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Terrace Cars & Coffee celebrated its 8th anniversary on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, drawing 55 vehicles and honoring local members and businesses who have supported its growth over the years. San Bernardino City News Group
- ➤ Highland & San Bernardino YMCAs nearly reached their scholarship fundraising goals to help all community members gain membership. Ambassadors and donors gathered at Juanito’s Tacos on Feb. 19, and donations will be accepted through Mar. 4 for programs offering swim lessons, karate classes and water aerobics. Inland Empire Community News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ L&L Hawaiian BBQ opened in Colton with a weekend grand opening featuring lion & hula dancers and special giveaways for the first 200 guests, adding a healthy fast-food option to the area. The debut event took place on Feb. 21 and 22 at 1550 W Valley Blvd Suite 131. Inland Empire Community News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ San Bernardino held its third annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Court Street Square, featuring musical performances, traditional dances, crafts, and food vendors — a festive nod to the Year of the Horse. San Bernardino City News Group
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ San Bernardino County high school seniors should check for a CalKIDS Scholarship to cover college and training costs ahead of the March 2 priority deadline; the online claim process (which requires only an SSID) offers up to $1,500 with no extra paperwork. San Bernardino City News Group
- ➤ Redlands Unified School District held public board hearings on Dec. 9 to review complaints about 'Push' and 'The Bluest Eye' under AR 1312.2. The board permanently removed 'Push' from high school libraries, and 'The Bluest Eye' remains available for students 18+ with parental consent. San Bernardino City News Group
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ San Bernardino County Probation Department is expanding its rehabilitative services with a new residency called Music for the Future at its M.A.P. site today. The five-day residency offers workshops in songwriting and performance to support emotional wellness and personal growth for participants. San Bernardino City News Group
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local hospitals now offer bloodless heart bypass surgery for patients who refuse transfusions—such as Jehovah’s Witnesses—with specialized techniques that conserve the patient’s own blood. Doctor Reza Salabat leads the procedure, and patient Daryl Frame recently experienced a smooth recovery while improving his heart health. San Bernardino City News Group
- ➤ Loma Linda VA Medical Center earned a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services — a milestone that builds on reducing veteran wait times and expanding access as it invests $800 million in infrastructure. It will further upgrade care in 2026. San Bernardino City News Group
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Abubacarr Saidy, a 16-year-old freshman at Canyon Springs High, has swiftly moved up to varsity soccer and earned academic honors, with plans to train in Madrid in March (an opportunity following his invitation from an Atlético de Madrid camp in San Diego). CityNewsGroup
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