⚾️ Diamond Baseball Holdings, 2025 State of the City, New Business, and More!

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Made in Ontario: International Paper

Did you know 1 in 3 boxes is made by International Paper? For over 35 years, the Ontario facility has transformed renewable resources into essential packaging products, producing 1.2 billion square feet of corrugated paper annually.

With over 140 employees—many with 25 to 45 years of experience—the facility creates packaging that protects goods, supports recycling, and keeps supply chains moving.

Every day, they produce 100 million boxes designed to reduce waste and promote sustainability, ensuring a better future for generations to come.

To learn more about International Paper visit InternationalPaper.com

Local Buzz

Save the date for the City of Ontario State of the City 2025, taking place on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Ontario Convention Center. This year’s theme, Pardon Our Dust, highlights the City’s significant progress in economic growth, innovation, and transformative initiatives that will shape Ontario for generations to come.

Registration opens soon. Sponsorship opportunities are currently available—visit OntarioSOC.com to learn more.

Dodgers Baseball Coming to Ontario

The City of Ontario will welcome its first professional baseball team in 2026, the Single-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The team, now under new ownership with Diamond Baseball Holdings, will play at the future Ontario Sports Empire Complex. Diamond Baseball Holdings operates over 35 minor league teams nationwide, including other Dodger affiliates. Ontario is officially Dodgers country, and we’re excited to bring Minor League Baseball to the community.

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Ontario Medical Center Receives Recognition

The Kaiser Permanente Fontana and Ontario Medical Centers were recognized among the Best Hospitals 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. Both centers ranked 3rd in the Riverside-San Bernardino area for safe, high-quality care. Nationally, 37 out of 39 Kaiser hospitals, including Fontana and Ontario, were rated “high performing” for one or more of 35 specialties, conditions, and procedures. The Fontana and Ontario Medical Centers were rated "high performing” in one adult specialty and eleven conditions/procedures, placing them among the top 10% to 20% in the nation.

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Cheba Hut Opens in Ontario

Cheba Hut, a "toasted" sub shop founded in 1998, has opened their location at 1900 Inland Empire Blvd Ste A. The menu features over 30 signature sub sandwiches, salads, a variety Rice Krispy treats and munchies. Many locations also offer craft beer bars featuring local beers from neighborhood breweries. Cheba Hut combines great food and a laid-back atmosphere, offering a unique dining experience.

Poki Bowl Opens in Ontario

Poki Bowl is now open at 3520 E Guasti Road, Suite 120, offering a fresh take on the traditional Hawaiian dish with an Asian twist. Known for fast, fresh, and healthy “seafood in a bowl,” customers can create their own poke experience. Ingredients are prepared openly with a focus on quality and transparency. Poki Bowl delivers great food and a unique, casual dining experience.

Kids Dental Land Opens in Ontario

Kids Dental Land, a children’s and adult dentist has opened its new location at 1630 East 4^th St. Specializing in children’s dental care, they offer services in both English and Spanish to better serve the community. Their patient-first approach is led by Dr.Mike and a team dedicated to treating everyone like family. They focus on building trust, recommending only necessary treatments, and ensuring every visit leaves parents and children with happy healthy smiles.

Resources & Funding

Round 2 of the Export Voucher Program is Open

California small businesses can now apply for up to 75% reimbursement of eligible export promotion expenses for activities occurring between January 1 and March 31, 2025. Applications are due before the activity concludes or by February 28, 2025. Apply today and take your business global with the help of the Export Voucher Program. The Deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

Contact STEP@gobiz.ca.gov for more information.

To learn more about eligibility, click here.

Training & Workshops

Business Readiness Training

The CORE Academy invites businesses, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to a free Business Readiness training program on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 8 AM to 12 PM at the Ontario PD Community Room, 5-2500 S. Archibald Ave.

This seminar helps organizations build disaster resiliency and preparedness, covering topics like employee readiness, crime prevention, cybersecurity, fire prevention, continuity planning, and risk assessment. Attendees will gain tools to protect assets, ensure continuity, and promote safety.

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