San Bernardino
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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, San Bernardino. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ County officials, including Congresswoman Norma Torres, celebrated Prado Regional Park’s ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 8 by unveiling a new gatehouse, food court, boat dock, and monument sign in Chino, as future improvements like sports courts and upgraded campground facilities are planned—helping residents enjoy outdoor activities. San Bernardino County
- ➤ Thanks to Rialto photographer Sleiman Moussa, this week’s column spotlights Yucaipa Regional Park - a local hotspot for birdwatching, fishing, camping and a summer swim complex. The park offers scenic trails and picnic spaces along with areas for sports. San Bernardino County
- ➤ On April 3, Animal Care partnered with Wings of Rescue, and six shelter dogs flew from San Bernardino County to start new lives in loving homes. The coordinated rescue, with thorough medical checks and complete documentation (ensuring safe travel), relieved shelter capacity and created opportunities for adoption. San Bernardino County
- ➤ Brandy is a smart and friendly six-year-old Shepherd mix who loves walking and splashing in water. You can visit Devore Animal Shelter for a free meet-and-greet that offers complimentary spaying or neutering, a microchip, and vaccinations. San Bernardino County
- ➤ First 5 San Bernardino and Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital will celebrate the Week of the Young Child from April 11-18 as the hospital lobby transforms into a gallery showcasing paper doll artwork by young patients, emphasizing a focus on child health and creativity. San Bernardino County
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Samuel Merrill, a Civil War veteran and former Iowa governor, moved to the San Bernardino valley in the 1800s and bought 20,000 acres to spur local growth; in 1876 he sold land for $1 to form Rialto, Fontana, and Corona (a street now honors him in Fontana). San Bernardino County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Topgolf entered a 20-year lease with the county in 2019 & supplies more than $625,000 in annual revenue to fund upgrades in regional parks and other community attractions throughout the area. San Bernardino County
- ➤ On April 9, the sheriff’s department honored 56 individuals for life-saving actions in 23 2025 incidents—Deputy Andrew Nunez received a posthumous award for sacrificing his life during a violent encounter—which showcased exceptional public service in our community. San Bernardino County
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