Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, San Bernardino.
🏘️ Community
Majors Isias and Almeda Braga celebrated their retirement at Bear Springs Event Center on July 30th as local dignitaries including Mayor Helen Tran and Salvation Army officers honored their long service.
The ceremony showcased their lasting contributions to The Salvation Army—an organization that has supported the community since 1888.
🏛️ Government
The Residential Heating and Cooling Rebate Program offers rebates to local electric customers who buy and install new energy-efficient heat pumps or air conditioning systems—options designed to lower energy bills.
For split systems, the condenser and evaporative coil must both be new and meet efficiency ratings listed in the AHRI Directory—requirements that ensure proper eligibility.
San Bernardino’s historic Mt. Vernon Bridge will reopen on Aug.
23 after nearly five years of closure, restoring a key connection between the city’s west side communities. The new bridge was built with 53 girders (including nine record-setting girders) and the city is hosting a community event (starting at 9:30 a.m.) with a ribbon cutting and classic car show to celebrate the reopening.
🏥 Health
Pediatrician Dr. Cassie Ver Steeg at Kaiser Permanente advises families to adjust sleep routines, update vaccinations, and improve nutrition, physical activity and hygiene as the school year begins.
She also recommends dental, vision and hearing checks—measures meant to keep children healthy and focused in class.
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