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An NFL Farewell

Photo Courtesy of: Colton High School

Pictured from left to right: Smith, former coach and athletic director Harold Strauss, current athletic director Scott Sunderland; and at the podium is our Board of Education Vice President Dan Flores

Photo Courtesy of: Colton High SChool

Jimmy Smith poses for pictures with his fans.

Photo Courtesy of: Colton High School

Jimmy Smith signs autographs for two of his fans.

By Jacquie Paul, Community Writer
April 14, 2016 at 08:48am. Views: 53

COLTON >> Colton High School (CHS) held a community celebration last week as a special send-off for alumnus Jimmy Smith, who is getting ready for a new season as cornerback with the Baltimore Ravens. The event took place April 7 in the CHS Whitmer Auditorium. School and city officials as well as community members attended this free program to thank Smith for his contributions to his high school and hometown. Smith presented his alma mater with a Super Bowl golden football in March at a smaller ceremony attended by school and district administrators, Smith’s family and friends, former coaches and members of the CHS football team. The April 7 event gave the entire community an opportunity to share in the experience. Smith graciously signed autographs and posed for pictures with excited fans at the event. The golden footballs are part of the celebration of the Super Bowl’s High School Honor Roll. In honor of the Super Bowl’s 50th anniversary this year, NFL players who participated in a Super Bowl are given golden footballs to present to their high schools. More than 2,000 schools are being honored in this program. Smith played in Super Bowl XLVII for the Ravens, who bested the San Francisco 49ers for the Super Bowl championship that year. Smith’s individual efforts in the final minutes of the game helped the Ravens win. Smith graduated from Colton High in 2006. He went on to college at the University of Colorado at Boulder and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2011.

Students Turn Passion for Cars Into Fundraising Opportunity

Photo Courtesy of: Truly Adams

By Justus Baker-Postell, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 514

Riverside racing driver Truly Adams with Cars N' Coffee Riverside organizers Johnny Silva and Natalie Trujillo at the Dec. 20 fundraiser at Cable Airport. The event raised $5,000 to support Adams' Formula 4 racing career.

Hardy & Cheryl Brown Grand Marshals for Black History Parade

Photo Courtesy of: Van Howard

By Car lM. Dameron, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 599

Cheryl and Hardy Brown are the Grand Marshals for the 47th Annual Black History Parade along Baseline from Mt. Vernon to California Street, ending at Arryo High School. They are a powerful duo in San Bernardino, using media, publishing, and politics to uplift their community and advocate for representation and equality.

Mental Fitness Takes Center Stage With New National Sports Association

Photo Courtesy of: The National Sports Association of Wellness and Mental Fitness (NSAWMF)

By Justus Baker-Postell, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 534

Making mental fitness education proactive, practical, and accessible across the sports ecosystem.
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Updated Schedule for Metrolink Riders

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By William Cortez, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 546

Make sure you have the new schedule for 2026.
Two women greet each other at a train platform. One woman stands inside an open train doorway, smiling with her hands clasped, while the other stands on the platform facing her. The train is blue with red doors, and the station’s glass-and-steel roof is visible overhead.

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Gabriela Jacome Avendaño

Photo Courtesy of: TME Photography by Titan Mom Elvira

By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:50am. Views: 365

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Gabriela Jacome Avendaño

Moreno Valley Wants to Hear from You!

Photo Courtesy of: City of Moreno Valley

By William Cortez, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:50am. Views: 327

Sister City Survey will help the community
A split image shows a hillside neighborhood landscape on the left and a historic cathedral with twin towers on the right. Centered text reads “City of Moreno Valley Sister City Program” with a colorful abstract logo representing people connected together.

A Visit to: Flight Deck Bike Park

Photo Courtesy of: City of Moreno Valley

By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:50am. Views: 358

Come check out Flight Deck Bike Park!
Flight Deck Bike Park is the largest Velosolutions pump track in Southern California.

Pet of the Week: Shasta

Photo Courtesy of: City of Morneo Valley

By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 426

Who doesn't want a gentle dog with a lopsided grin and a gleam in her eye?
Shasta, a female, three-year-old, black and tan Boxer mix.

City Council Recognizes Colton Cuts Barber Shop for Business Success

Photo Courtesy of: Dr Luis S Gonzalez

By Dr Luis S Gonzalez, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:50am. Views: 385

Check out the barber shop celebrating 12 successful years!
Aiden Valdez, David Negrete, Council Member DrG, Reuben Martinez, owner; Steven Rosas, Jason Blackcloud, and Isaac Toledo, not pictured Jose Nunez.