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  • Perris Market Space

    "The mission of the Perris Marketspace Shop Local program is to support and promote the growth of local businesses by encouraging residents, visitors, and tourists to choose local merchants for their shopping, dining, and service needs. We aim to strengthen our community’s economy, foster a vibrant marketplace, and enhance the local tourism experience. By keeping dollars within our community, we strive to build a more connected, resilient, and sustainable economy that benefits both residents and visitors alike."

  • IE Together: January 31, 2025

    Inland Empire Together:

    The Inland Empire's Voice for Business and Quality of Life

    Issue No. 263 | January 31, 2025

     

    MEMBERS AND PARTNERS UPDATES

    Read the December 2024 Employment Report by IEEP Chief Economist Dr. Manfred Keil
    2025 State of the Region: Click Here to Purchase Tickets

    LA Wildfires: Updates

    Read the Preliminary Economic and Fiscal Impacts of the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires by LAEDC

    Support Our Community: Donate to the Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund

    The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce has a proud tradition of uniting business, community, and policy leaders to foster a vibrant economy. To support small businesses in rebuilding stronger after the devastating L.A. County wildfires, our Chamber Foundation has launched the Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund.

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    Will new bond funds be enough to rebuild LA schools - and all of California's other crumbling schools?

    California voters passed a bond to pay for school repairs statewide, but schools damaged in the LA fires may get the bulk of that money.

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    BUSINESS

    Inland Empire businesses staying open amid week-long power outages

    A laundromat, grocery store and ice cream parlor are just some of the businesses that have gone over a week without power in Jurupa Valley.

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    Pic N Save Returns to the Inland Empire, Opening New Stores in Former 99 Cents Only Locations

    Pic N Save is set to revitalize the Inland Empire's retail scene by opening new stores in San Bernardino, Fontana, and Palm Desert, repurposing former 99 Cents Only Store locations and offering a range of job opportunities.

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    EDUCATION

    Redlands High School again wins San Bernardino County Mock Trial

    For the second year in a row, the school's Team Blue is victorious and heads to state competition.

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    Three Southwest Riverside County school leaders making a difference for students are named 2025 Riverside County Educators of the Year

    Murrieta Valley Unified School District's Felipe Zanartu is the School Counselor of the Year, Temecula Valley Unified School District's Dr. Kimberly Velez is the Certificated Administrator of the Year, and Lake Elsinore Unified School District's Jennifer Camargo is the Site Support Employee of the Y

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    LOCAL

    Dairy cows, chickens in Riverside County test positive for bird flu

    Animals at 25 egg and dairy production facilities, including one backyard coop, have tested positive, says the county health department.

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    Do you know where Southern California gets its water from? An explainer

    Wildfires in Southern California have prompted major discussions about water in the state. Here's an overview of where water comes from in the region.

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    San Bernardino Police to Host Free Women's Self-Defense Class on Feb. 8th, Teaching Critical Life-Saving Skills

    The San Bernardino Police Department is offering a free Women's Self-Defense and Firearm Training class on February 8, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., at its headquarters. Open to women 18 and older, the class aims to teach participants critical skills in self-defense, situational awareness, and safe firearm handling in a safe and engaging environment.

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    Here's how to voice your thoughts on Riverside County budget priorities

    The survey is a chance for residents to make their priorities known during Riverside County's budget process, and it'll be open through March.

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    How San Bernardino County is testing using drones to spot possible fires

    A drone is now the first responder to 'unknown type fire' calls - frequently those set by homeless people - in the city of San Bernardino.

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    HOUSING

    San Bernardino County's Point-In-Time Count Mobilizes Hundreds to Support Unhoused; Homeless Population Grows by 1%

    San Bernardino County's annual Point-In-Time Count brought together hundreds of volunteers to support the unhoused and gather critical data. The county reported a 1% increase in its homeless population in 2024, marking significant progress.

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    University of San Diego professor creates fire-resistant, sustainable home to address housing crisis

    A USD professor designs an innovative solution to California's housing crisis: a sustainable, fire-resistant home assembled in three days using mass timber panels.

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    NONPROFITS

    Grant helps OneFuture Coachella Valley with its educational mission

    OneFuture scholars have earned more than 1,165 bachelor's degrees and 171 master's degrees.

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    Join the Fight against Hunger at the Curbing Hunger Soup Luncheon

    Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) invites you to its highly anticipated annual luncheon, Curbing Hunger: Bridging Gaps, proudly prese

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    Inland Empire Economic Partnership

     

    The IE’s voice for business and quality of life

    Inland Empire Economic Partnership

    3403 Tenth Street, Suite 300

    Riverside, CA 92501

    www.ieep.com

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