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Riverside Welcomes New Fire Chief Steve McKinster: A Leader with 29 Years of Experience

Riverside’s new fire chief was sworn in at the Fox Performing Arts Center, emphasizing service, honor, and courage, while the City Manager praised his leadership and community commitment.

Gazette Staff Oct 23, 2024

Art & Entertainment

Local Artist Ada M. Passaro Turns 100!

There are a few days left to visit her solo exhibition at the RCAA Gallery.

Ken Crawford Oct 23, 2024

Higher Education

"There's Always Room at the Table": A Conversation with La Sierra University's First Black President Dr. Christon Arthur

Three months into his new, historic appointment, the president of La Sierra University looks back on his career trajectory and the role service plays in both his personal and professional leadership.

Danyella Wilder Oct 22, 2024

Gardner Gauge

Santa Ana River Watershed Cloud Seeding Program Update

Santa Ana Watershed's cloud seeding added 11,000 acre-feet of snow, but the next phase is postponed due to wildfire risks. California enters the new water year with strong reserves.

Mike Gardner Oct 21, 2024

Government

Riverside City Council Could Reconsider Nonprofit Resilience Fund, Amid Alleged Concerns Over Redirecting Funds

Close to $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds could be used to provide loans to nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving city, residents.

Anthony Victoria Oct 21, 2024

Government

This Week in City Hall: October 21, 2024

The City Council is busy this week with an agenda that includes adopting an 8% tax on cannabis, extending the City Manager's contract by two years, a $500,000 partnership for a trial of autonomous shuttles, and reconsidering a $2.8 million nonprofit resilience fund agreement.

Gazette Staff Oct 21, 2024

Neighbor of the Week

Neighbor of the Week: Sebraé Harris

Each week, we will introduce a new neighbor. This is not a who's who list. These are regular Riversiders doing exceptional things.

Gazette Staff Oct 20, 2024

Comics

Citrus Belle #6: Old Grove October

Part 6 of Mangaka Sebraé Harris' Citrus Bellé comic series.

Gazette Staff Oct 20, 2024

History

A Hidden History: Riverside’s Forgotten Fairgrounds

Riverside’s Fairgrounds Street is a reminder of the bustling county fairgrounds that once stood beneath the 60 Freeway, hosting fairs, races, and community events starting in 1914.