Local Farm Provides Alternate Source for Eggs During Shortage
Meños Organic Farms raises their own hens on-site at the Van Buren location.
Sports Shorts: 8th Grade Volleyball?
Sports Dad moments, a soccer update ,and King High Girls are a top 20 team.
Mikey G’s Coffee Starts Residency at Harvest
The team stays busy while waiting for the Elizabeth Street location to be finished.
City Council Approves 5% Pay Raise for Mayor and Members
Council cites full-time demands of job in approving first pay increase since 2023; monthly car stipend also increased to $500.
This Week in City Hall: January 13, 2024
Approving new contracts for RPD and considering a potential raise to the Mayor and Councilmembers' salaries are on the City Council agenda this week.
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Local Farm Provides Alternate Source for Eggs During Shortage
Meños Organic Farms raises their own hens on-site at the Van Buren location.
“Frontline” Tells Unheard Stories of Citrus Workers
The Commerce Street pop-up exhibit runs through February 14th.
La Sierra Shines a Light on Childhood Hunger Through Art
An art installation and panel discussion highlight local food insecurity and inspire community action.
RFD on High Alert as Riverside Prepares and Supports Los Angeles
Fire Chief McKinster emphasizes readiness for wildfires while Riverside helps with LA's recovery efforts.
Staying Dry in January? Dave Stolte’s Shirley Temple Should Help
Local legend of libation offers a sophisticated twist on the popular mocktail.
Nice Dice
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Live From the Frontline: Tells the Story of the Eastside from the Working Family’s Perspective
The Civil Rights Institute encourages Eastside residents to bring photos and artifacts to help expand the historical archive of thier neighborhood.
Government
City Manager Highlights Achievements, Outlines Vision for 2025
Public safety improvements, infrastructure investments, and economic development initiatives take center stage in an annual update from Mike Futrell.
Riverside Fire Department Recognized for Excellence in Public Safety
Reaccreditation by the Center for Public Safety Excellence highlights the department's handling of 43,000+ incidents, placing it among the top five fire agencies in California.
Riverside Launches Emergency Trash Pickup Service
City partners with private haulers to address critical backlog.
Riverside Unveils New Panel to Shape City's Future
General Plan Advisory Committee to guide development for next two decades.
Events
“Frontline” Tells Unheard Stories of Citrus Workers
The Commerce Street pop-up exhibit runs through February 14th.
La Sierra Shines a Light on Childhood Hunger Through Art
An art installation and panel discussion highlight local food insecurity and inspire community action.
Live From the Frontline: Tells the Story of the Eastside from the Working Family’s Perspective
The Civil Rights Institute encourages Eastside residents to bring photos and artifacts to help expand the historical archive of thier neighborhood.
Two Exciting Thrift Events Come to Sunnyside This Weekend
Liberty’s Buy Sell Trade will host the shop local opportunities just in time for Christmas.
History
Riverside in 1924
As we enter 2025, we look back 100 years to Riverside in December 1924, offering a glimpse of life through local businesses, entertainment, and everyday purchases.
Remembering “The Happy Side Is Riverside”Campaign
Riverside’s "Happy Side" campaign set out to showcase the city’s charm, foster community pride, and draw in visitors—despite some local controversy.
Museum of Riverside Celebrates 1920s Fashion in ‘Roaring Riverside’ Exhibit
Exhibition highlights carefree, sparkling styles of the decade.
Spanning History: Riverside’s Iconic 1904 Railroad Bridge
Constructed as the longest concrete bridge in the world in 1904, Riverside’s Railroad Bridge not only transformed local transportation but also became a landmark of architectural beauty.
Art & Entertainment
Street Photography Exhibit at RAM Enters Its Final Weeks
Human Interaction Is a Beautiful Thing emphasizes relationships between creators, their subjects, and their tools.
Riverside Ballet Academy Moves The Nutcracker to a New Venue
The new Moreno Valley Center for Performing Arts is a new stage for a Riverside-based troupe.
Art, Lights, and a Festive Night
Celebrate Riverside’s vibrant art scene with free gallery access and a special photo show, all while taking in the magic of the Festival of Lights.
Riversider Magazine Hosts Inaugural Photo Show and Sale
The event at the Raincross District is an opportunity to buy prints of photos from the Riversider pages and beyond.