🍊 Wednesday Gazette: November 6, 2024
Wednesday Gazette: November 6, 2024 Hello Riverside, and Happy Day after the 2024 election! Thank you to every one of
Early Results Show Tight Races in Riverside School Board Elections
Measure L, for New Inspector General Office, and Measure CC for Riverside Community College School District Take Early Leads.
Election Day is Here- Are You Ready to Vote?
California’s General Election is tomorrow, November 5. Learn how to vote by mail, in person, or register on the same day to ensure your voice is heard.
This Week in City Hall: November 4, 2024
Council will consider changes to a city-wide fiber-optic network project and hear plans to develop guidelines for using AI in city operations.
Meet NORA: A New Name for Riverside's 51-Year-Old Rape Crisis Center
The nonprofit aims to reshape the conversation on violence and healing with a new identity focused on nurture, outreach, resiliency, and advocacy.
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November Artswalk Should be Cool, Bring a Sweater
Inlandia commemorates Native Heritage Month with a special exhibit at the Main Library, which will be featured alongside many other exhibits during this month's ArtsWalk.
Market Broiler Celebrates 35 Years on Merrill Avenue
The November 14th event includes a curated 5-course meal.
Opinion: Local Leaders Take on Riverside’s Rising Expectations
Riversiders are turning to local leaders for answers. Here’s how the City Council and Mayor are stepping up and what residents can do to help.
Citrus Belle #7: Novelist Marvelous November
Part 7 of Mangaka Sebraé Harris' Citrus Bellé comic series.
On the Bubble
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Sports Shorts: Lancers Wrestling Hosts #30 Hoosiers at Fowler Center
Big 10 vs Big 12 in the big gym for a big time Friday night.
Get to Know Jesse Tweed, Candidate for RUSD Area 4
Jesse Tweed, candidate for Riverside Unified School District Board Trustee, answers questions about why he is running for election.
Future Fest Asks Riversiders to Help Shape the Future of the City
The city has enacted several ways to encourage community input for the upcoming General Plan and Climate Change Action Plan.
Government
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.
Riverside Public Utilities names David A. Garcia Interim General Manager
David A. Garcia, previously Assistant General Manager of Water Delivery, will step up as the new Interim General Manager.
City’s Non-Profit Collaborative holds inaugural meeting
Organizations representing the wide range of Riverside resident's needs gather to find ways to connect with solutions.
Events
Market Broiler Celebrates 35 Years on Merrill Avenue
The November 14th event includes a curated 5-course meal.
Future Fest Asks Riversiders to Help Shape the Future of the City
The city has enacted several ways to encourage community input for the upcoming General Plan and Climate Change Action Plan.
Raincross Master Chorale Illuminates with Songs of Light Concert on October 27
The Raincross Master Chorale presents "Songs of Light", featuring works by Lauridsen, Tallis, and Whitacre. Proceeds support music student scholarships.
Riverside Historical Society Book Fair Draws Hundreds of Riverside History Fans
The well-attended event ended with Dr. Vince Moses's captivating presentation of the new RHS publication, The People’s Playground: Riverside’s Fairmount Park.
History
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.
Oranges on Parade: Recalling Riverside’s Navel Orange Pageant Parade
In 1933, Riverside's streets burst into vibrant citrus pride with the Navel Orange Pageant Parade, an ambitious attempt to rival Pasadena’s famed Tournament of Roses.
Closing Time: Uncovering the story behind Riverside Optical & Jewelry Co.'s final sale
A photograph from the Riverside Main Library archives reveals more than just a moment; it points toward the dramatic story of a local business bidding farewell.
Art & Entertainment
November Artswalk Should be Cool, Bring a Sweater
Inlandia commemorates Native Heritage Month with a special exhibit at the Main Library, which will be featured alongside many other exhibits during this month's ArtsWalk.
Legendary Psychobilly Band Guana Batz Perform at The Hideaway
Savage Bros Entertainment is putting on a big show on Saturday August 31st at Riverside’s emerging Rock N’ Roll Basement.
RAM/CHEECH Update 8/14
Plenty of change, plenty still to see at The Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech Center.
Beware of Dawg 2: An Immersive Art Exhibit Celebrating Canines
Curated by Andrew Barsoum, this dynamic exhibition at Division 9 Gallery explores suburban landscapes through collaborative works that honor the often-overlooked guard dogs of everyday life.