🚔 Two shootings in four days leave three injured in Redlands: Police are investigating two separate shootings this week. On Wednesday, two people were injured in a shooting on Milburn Avenue before driving to a nearby Lowe's parking lot for help. The incident follows a Sunday night shooting near Orange Street and San Bernardino Avenue, where a driver was shot following a confrontation with a pedestrian. Police are still investigating Wednesday's shooting.
🏛️ Coming up at City Hall: The Redlands City Council is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Nov. 17. The meeting agenda was not yet available as of Thursday evening. Check for the agenda here.
📚 Redlands Unified approved additional staffing hours for elementary school librariesat its Nov. 10 meeting. The new agreement allows up to 10 additional hours per week at each elementary school to support library operations, though questions remain about whether the arrangement will adequately address staffing needs. The agreement follows the elimination of elementary school library positions in May. Read more here.
🎓 $50K scholarships available for local seniors: Edison International is accepting applications for 30 STEM scholarships worth $50,000 each. A Redlands High School senior was among last year's recipients. Find out who's eligible and how to apply before the Jan. 21 deadline. Read more here.
🚨 What happens when a school goes into lockdown, and how will parents know what's happening? Redlands Unified is hosting a safety forum Nov. 19 with local police and sheriff's representatives to explain emergency protocols and answer questions about school safety. Childcare and interpretation will be provided. Read more here.
Volunteers brave rainy conditions to collect and sort 19,000 pounds of food during the 2025 Fall Food Drive in Redlands. (Photo credit: Karen Bell)
🥫 20,000 grocery bags delivered for Saturday's food drive: Volunteers are distributing donation bags across Redlands and surrounding communities ahead of Family Service Association's annual Fall Food Drive on Nov. 14.
Last year's collection brought in nearly 33,000 pounds of food despite heavy rain. Residents can leave filled bags outside by 9 a.m. Saturday, and additional volunteers are needed to help sort donations.Read more here.
🪴 Nearly $100K for local arts: Redlands-based nonprofit The Artlands Creative has received a $99,990 grant to fund 10 artist residencies and 20 environmental arts programs at Sylvan Park and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Applications for artists in San Bernardino and Riverside counties are open through Nov. 19.Read more here.
🦃 🏃Redlands Turkey Trot: The 14th annual Redlands Turkey Trot returns Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 26, with a 5K run/walk and Kids 1K at the University of Redlands. Registration starts at $23, and participants can save $5 on the 5K by donating canned food to Inland Harvest. Race proceeds benefit local schools and charitable organizations. Read more here.
🎄 Downtown Redlands gets ready for Christmas: The city's annual tree-lighting celebration returns Friday, Nov. 20, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live holiday music, photos with Santa, outdoor dining and seasonal shopping along State Street. Admission is free. Read more here.
🎻 RCO Season Opens: The Redlands Community Orchestra opens its season Sunday, Nov. 15, with a free concert celebrating American women composers, featuring works by Joan Tower and Florence Price, plus the world premiere of Christine Richardson's "Whale Odyssey." The performance begins at 3 p.m. at Redlands High School's Clock Auditorium. Read more here.
🙏 Interfaith Thanksgiving celebration honors America's 250th: The Redlands Area Interfaith Council will host its annual Thanksgiving celebration Sunday, Nov. 15 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church. This year's gathering will feature historical reenactments, a fife and drum ensemble, community choirs and prayers from local faith leaders. The event is open to all, with a voluntary offering benefiting YouthHope Foundation. Read more here.
♻️ What climate actions make the biggest difference? ANCA Redlands will host a free discussion Nov. 18 featuring University of Redlands economics professor Nick Reksten. The event will explore the costs and benefits of climate action, ways to prepare for a changing climate and how residents can work together to build a more resilient community. Read more here.
📅 This weekend in Redlands
Friday, Nov. 13
Friday Flea at Olive Avenue Market | 5–9 p.m. Curated vintage and Y2K clothing at OAM.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Grove School Farmers Market | 8 a.m.–noon Saturday morning community market with local produce and vendors. Rain or shine.
Downtown's Morning Market | 7 a.m.–11 a.m. The city of Redlands’ weekly certified farmers market.
STEAM Saturdays: Fall-tastic | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Autumn crafts in the museum's STEAM Lab for young learners. Drop in any Saturday in November. Learn more here.
Sunday, Nov. 15
Sunday Morning Market at Olive Avenue Market | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Weekly market featuring small businesses and makers.
Japanese Cultural Center Last Chance Sale | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Community sale will feature donated Japanese cultural items. More information.
Redlands Community OrchestraConcert | 3 p.m. Free Nov. 15 performance will feature a world premiere by Christine Richardson as part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. More information.
Interfaith Thanksgiving celebration | 4 p.m. Redlands Area Interfaith Council will host its annual Thanksgiving celebration Sunday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. at First Evangelical Lutheran Church. More information.
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
CFR News Desk
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
CFR News Desk
CFR News Desk
CFR News Desk
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