Flood Watch, New Fire Station, Warehouse Vote
Agenda includes a potential warehouse ban, new condominiums, traffic signal funding and the 2025 National Community Survey results.
Redlands and San Bernardino County residents can pick up free sandbags ahead of this weekend’s storm, with city and county fire stations offering sand, bags and a self-serve fill site.
Flood Watch, New Fire Station, Warehouse Vote
This week in Redlands news:
A powerful early-winter storm is headed toward the Inland Empire, and a Flood Watch goes into effect tonight. Redlands could see several inches of rain and the chance of thunderstorms, raising concerns about flooding and debris flows.
Find what to expect from the storm, where to get free sandbags, and how to stay prepared this weekend.
Read more here
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
🍊 City Council to consider ban on new distribution warehouses: A packed agenda awaits the Redlands City Council this Tuesday, with a proposed ban on new distribution warehouses, a revisit of the Pioneer Avenue design, updated ADU standards, and the latest National Community Survey results.
Read the full agenda breakdown here
Kathryne Mccann
🚒 A new fire station is coming to southwest Redlands: City Council has approved Heritage Park as the future site of Fire Station 264, moving forward with design plans funded by $1.2 million in reallocated city funds. The new station will replace the temporary modular facility firefighters have used for over 15 years and improve emergency response times for residents in southwest Redlands. Read more here
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
🌳 Free trees, Saturday in North Redlands: The inaugural Northside Green Share — moved indoors to Gonzales Community Center due to rain — will offer free shade trees, sustainability workshops, plant exchanges, and family activities this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is hosted by a coalition of local groups working to expand tree canopy in neighborhoods most affected by heat.
Register for a free tree: https://bit.ly/FreeTreesNorthRedlands.
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
🚨 Redlands Police Weekly Report: Officers arrested a 17-year-old in the Nov. 2 house-party shooting after identifying the suspect and recovering a firearm. Police also investigated three residential burglaries, responded to a structure fire on Orange Street, and made several arrests. Read more here
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From brewing lattes to arranging flowers, students in Redlands Unified’s BRIDGE Program are learning the skills — and confidence — to thrive beyond graduation. The award-winning program just earned statewide recognition for its hands-on approach to inclusive education. Read more here
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🎖️ Redlands honors local heroes: Hundreds gathered on Veterans Day to celebrate and honor those who served at the Redlands Elks Lodge. The annual Veterans Dinner, hosted by the Redlands Veterans Committee, featured live music, community sponsors and heartfelt tributes to local veterans. The event continues to bring together veterans and families in gratitude and remembrance each year. Read more here
Siw Heede
🎨 New artist residency fuses art and environmental action: The Artlands Creative has launched the Regional Eco Arts Community Hub (REACH), a residency inviting artists and writers to explore local environmental issues through creative community projects. Participants will receive studio space, a stipend and opportunities to engage the public through events and exhibitions in Redlands and the Morongo Basin. Applications are open through December 14, 2025. Learn more about the residency and how to apply here
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
🎨 Big talent will be displayed at the Mini Art Show: The Redlands Art Association’s 6 Inch Square Show is now on display through Nov. 21, featuring dozens of small-format artworks across media like watercolor, oil, photography and ceramics. From “Tension in Black” by Julia Dubovikova to imaginative assemblages, the exhibit proves that creativity knows no size limit. All pieces are available for purchase at the gallery, 215 E. State St. Read more here
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💸 Art education grants open: The Margaret Clark Art Education Enrichment Fund is now accepting applications for grants of up to $2,000 to support art education in Redlands. Funding is available for classroom projects, youth arts programs, scholarships and community initiatives that expand creative opportunities for local students. Applications are handled through the Redlands Art Association.
Community Forward Redlands
🎤 AI in the IE – Loma Linda hosts first-ever leadership summit focused on AI: Loma Linda’s inaugural Leadership Summit drew a packed crowd as regional leaders explored how artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare, education, business, and government across the Inland Empire. Speakers from Loma Linda University Health, Cal State San Bernardino, Esri, and Congress shared insights on innovation, collaboration, and preparing the community for an AI-driven future. Read more here
Contributing Author
🩺 Election 2026 – Healthcare: California’s race for governor is already shaping the statewide conversation about health access, affordability, and the growing need for a stronger care workforce — issues felt sharply here in the Inland Empire. On Nov. 7, four candidates outlined their plans at a major forum in Riverside, speaking candidly about the cost of care, support for aging Californians, and the barriers families face across the state. Read the full coverage from Riverside's Raincross Gazette here.
Gazette Staff
🏆 Sports Notebook: Citrus Valley High girls golf captured the CIF-SS Division 5 title at El Prado with a team score of 471. Redlands High and Arrowhead Christian Academy girls volleyball teams advance to the CIF-State Southern California Regional tournaments, with Redlands facing West Ranch and ACA taking on Academy of Our Lady of Peace. Meanwhile, University of Redlands women’s volleyball upset La Verne 3-2, ending a 28-match losing streak, while the Redlands football team fell 28-14 to Claremont-Mudd-Scripps on Senior Day, finishing second in their division and preparing to host a divisional playoff game. Read more sports updates here
Stephanie Hastings Miranda
🏈 Redlands East Valley falls 16-15 in first-round of playoffs: The Wildcats’ return to the playoffs ended with a narrow loss to St. Margaret’s of San Juan Capistrano in the CIF-Southern Section Division 10 opener. REV trailed by a safety in the second half despite strong efforts from quarterback Isaac Vitela and receiver Nathaniel Williams III. First-year coach Kristian King praised the team’s growth and renewed spirit after lifting the program from back-to-back winless seasons. Read more here
John Murphy
🏐 Arrowhead Christian falls 3–1 in CIF Division 6 final: Despite a strong start, ACA couldn’t overcome late runs by Wiseburn Da Vinci. Coach Brittney Amey praised her team’s grit and resilience as they prepare for the CIF State Southern California Regionals. Read more here
John Murphy
🏃♀️ Cross country teams race toward CIF prelims: Redlands-area runners wrapped up league competition with strong finishes at Lake Perris. Read more here
Community Forward Redlands
📌 Sat., Nov. 15: Northside Green Share community event offering free drought- and heat-resistant shade trees, hands-on workshops, and plant exchanges at the Redlands Gonzales Community Center. Supplies are limited; pre-registration required at link.ucanr.edu/northredlandstrees
📌 Sat., Nov. 15 – 10 a.m.–3 p.m.: Family Service Association Fall Food Drive. For information on what to donate and how to volunteer, click here.
📌 Sat., Nov. 15 – 7:30 p.m.: Redlands Symphony concert featuring works by Leonard Bernstein, Anna Clyne, and Tchaikovsky. Click here for ticket information.
📌 Sun., Nov. 16 – 3 p.m.: Redlands Community Orchestra opens its season with works by Bach, Strauss, and Tchaikovsky. Read more here.
📌 Tues., Nov. 18 – 6 p.m.: Redlands City Council meeting.
📌 Tues., Nov. 18 – 7 p.m.: University of Redlands musicians will perform in the Spinet's "Got Talent" program. The event will showcase student vocalists, faculty accompanists and accomplished community performers. Read more here.
📌 Wed., Nov. 19 – 6:30 p.m.: “Six R’s of Waste Reduction” workshop at the Flores Senior Center, featuring sustainability tips, refreshments, and raffles. Read more here.
📌 Sat. Nov. 22 – 11 a.m.: The Lincoln Memorial Shrine will hold its annual Gettysburg Address commemoration in Smiley Park. Read more here.
📌 Thurs., Nov. 27 – 8:00 a.m.: Redlands Turkey Trot. Sign up
In case you missed it... Backyard hens could soon be allowed in all single-family residential areas. Redlands City Council voted unanimously to draft an ordinance expanding where hens can be kept, potentially allowing them in all single-family residential areas. The proposal aims to modernize city code, regulate existing coops and ensure disease tracking. Read more here.
Kathryne Mccann
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