Beyond Bougainvillea: Riverside's Utility Box Beautification
Project turns often ignored fixtures into points of pride.
Review: RCC's "RENT" Captures Current Social Climate Through '80s Nostalgia
RCC students breathe new life into Larson's iconic musical, proving its themes of resistance and community remain relevant in today's social landscape.
Indigenous History of Mt. Rubidoux Focus of Documentary Screening
RUSD parent group hosts Pá'Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story at Poly High April 8.
April Artswalk is Heavy on the Exhibition Openings
From student portrait projects to Arthouse Showcases there’s plenty of opportunity to interact with art and artists.
Riverside Municipal Airport Gets a New Rose
Women’s pilot organization, The Ninety-Nines, volunteered 250 hours to paint the navigational tool on the tarmac.
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Beyond Bougainvillea: Riverside's Utility Box Beautification
Project turns often ignored fixtures into points of pride.
Condron Expands: Beloved Coffee Company Opens Pizza Spot on Sunnyside
Local coffee favorite launches new culinary venture two doors down from original location.
Acclaimed Chicana Artist's Retrospective Makes Final Stop at The Cheech
Mesa-Bains exhibition showcases over 30 years of influential work through August 2025.
Full Auditory Alchemist
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Riverside's Annual Tweed Ride Returns Early April
Vintage-inspired cycling event welcomes participants of all styles.
Eastside Library Relocates During Construction of $20M New Branch
New facility at Bobby Bonds Park expected to open in 2025 while temporary services shift to Lincoln Community Center.
Puddle for One
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Government
Riverside Tightens Screws on Metal Theft with Strict Dealer Regulations
Millions in damages prompt Council to target cash payments, require extensive record-keeping.
Regional Elected Officials Urge Riverside to Bury Power Lines Amid Wildfire Concerns
Letter urges Riverside to reconsider approved transmission line project due to wildfire risks, without addressing additional costs.
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.
Events
2025 Grow Conference: Cultivating Knowledge, Building Resilience
The 2025 Grow Conference Returns with Insightful Sessions, Farm Tours, and a Rooftop Feast.
Mission Inn Foundation Hosts Monopoly Tournament at Citrus Park
Play the official Riverside Edition Monopoly for real prizes for a great cause.
La Sierra University’s Brandstater Gallery Hosts Collection of Biblical Movie Posters
The collection is an exploration of media and genre. A reception will be held on Sunday Night.
Maurice 'Gold' Hunter Brings His Soulful Voice for a One Night Only Concert
Something different at the Riverside Community Players Theater.
History
Hollywood Comes to Riverside: Fox Film Shoots "David Harum" at Local Fairgrounds
Will Rogers stars in adaptation of bestselling novel, bringing 150-person crew and hiring hundreds of local extras.
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.
Art & Entertainment
Riverside's Nightlife Evolution Creates Gap for Mid-Sized Music Venues
New 'Garden Room' at RMA aims to showcase local talent in intimate setting.
Riley O’Neill Tells The Story of His Grandfather’s Iconic Watercolors on YouTube
Don O’Neill is a watercolor pioneer and a civic legend. His unique vision of our city is an enduring treasure.
La Sierra University’s Brandstater Gallery Hosts Collection of Biblical Movie Posters
The collection is an exploration of media and genre. A reception will be held on Sunday Night.
Maurice 'Gold' Hunter Brings His Soulful Voice for a One Night Only Concert
Something different at the Riverside Community Players Theater.