Riverside Council Adopts Urgency Ordinance on Homeless Encampments
Measure prohibits camping near schools, shelters, and parks amid public safety concerns.
Riverside Council Adopts Urgency Ordinance on Homeless Encampments
Measure prohibits camping near schools, shelters, and parks amid public safety concerns.
This Week in City Hall: October 28, 2024
City Hall will be spookily quiet this week. There will be no City Council meeting and only one public meeting from the RPU Board.
Get to Know Your 2024 Election Candidates for RUSD School Board
The Raincross Gazette interviewed four of the seven candidates running for the Riverside Unified School District board.
Neighbor of the Week: Laura Pulido Vasquez
Each week, we will introduce a new neighbor. This is not a who's who list. These are regular Riversiders doing exceptional things.
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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.
Snarf Scarf
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Get to Know Dale Kinnear, Candidate for RUSD Area 2
Dale Kinnear, candidate for Riverside Unified School District Board Trustee and current RUSD Board President, answers questions about why he is running for re-election.
Get to Know Chani Beeman, Candidate for RUSD Area 3
Chani Beeman, candidate for Riverside Unified School District Board Trustee, answers questions about why she is running for election.
Riverside Garden Tips for October 2024
Tips on what to plant, when to pick, and what to watch out for in your home garden.
Get to Know Marcelle Williams, Candidate for RUSD Area 4
Marcelle Williams, candidate for Riverside Unified School District Board Trustee, answers questions about why she is running for election.
Get to Know Marla Matime, Candidate for RUSD Area 4
Marla Matime, candidate for Riverside Unified School District Board Trustee, answers questions about why she is running for election.
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.
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
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.
Downtowne Bookstore Hosts Scary Story Competition
The competition is open to the public and authors of all ages are welcome to participate.
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
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.
DAZE FEST comes to Raincross District on Friday night
Good Daze invites their friends to share the stage. Local multimedia artist Dela Deso is among the supporting acts.