First District Supervisor Paul Cook Helps City of Adelanto Retain Two Deputy Sheriff Positions

Thanks to a one-time donation from First District Supervisor Col. Paul Cook (Ret.), the City of Adelanto will retain two deputy Sheriff positions for an additional year.

The City was in danger of losing these positions due to a drop in revenue generated from The GEO Group. After hearing that they could no longer fund the deputy positions, the City of Adelanto requested to remove them from their July 2023 contract with the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.

These deputies handled law enforcement calls at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center, while also assisting with patrol and crime-reduction operations in the city limits.

This agreement comes with the understanding that City of Adelanto will fund its own law enforcement at the end of the one-year term.

"The cornerstone to a strong community is public safety, and I'm proud to have secured this funding for my constituents," said Supervisor Cook. "The two deputy sheriff positions will provide increased opportunities for community policing and engagement throughout Adelanto. Our deputy sheriffs serve San Bernardino County residents with the utmost dedication and professionalism. I will continue to fight to ensure they have the resources and workforce necessary to keep our communities safe."

"I am grateful to work with our stakeholders in Adelanto and Supervisor Cook to continue to provide quality law enforcement services to the community of Adelanto," said San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus. “The Adelanto City Manager, Mayor and Councilmembers have a clearly defined plan to increase revenue in the future.  I am committed to working with the city so they can increase much-needed law enforcement services consistent with the community’s growth.”

Adelanto Mayor Gabriel Reyes expressed his gratitude. “The interruption in funding from GEO so close to the start of a new fiscal year was unexpected, and everyone in Adelanto is grateful to Col. Cook and Sheriff Dicus for partnering with us on a short-term solution,” he said. “In 2024, our City Council and staff are committed to including these two positions within the City’s budget to ensure that these positions are kept well into the future. I strongly believe that a safe community is a vibrant community and will ensure that our law enforcement capabilities continue to grow with our city.”

Tattoo Image Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Grand Reopening

District Director Kimberly Mesen joined the community in celebration of the ribbon cutting and grand re-opening for Tattoo Image. The company has offered tattoos and body piercings in the High Desert since 1995.

Congratulations, and thank you for investing in the First District!

Poker Trail Ride to Benefit Apple Valley Sheriff's Search & Rescue Posse

RE/MAX Freedom is hosting a Poker Trail Ride on Sunday, June 11, to benefit the Apple Valley Sheriff’s Posse. The moderate 2-3 hour trail ride departs from Hesperia Lakes Equestrian Center at 10 a.m., with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m.

The posse is a non-profit organization attached to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. All members are volunteers who provide search and rescue operations for lost or injured children, hikers, motorcyclists, horseback riders and more.

The $20 admission includes the trail ride, taco lunch and one poker hand. For more information, contact Jennifer Dingess at 760-718-2519.

Wrightwood Community Services District Forms Senior Social Club

Wrightwood Seniors! There's a new Social Club in town. Meetings take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday in the Community Building. For more information, contact the Wrightwood CSD at 760-249-3205.

High Desert Marines Annual Car Show Takes Place Saturday in Victorville

The High Desert Marines will host their annual Car Show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 10, in Victorville. This free event will include music, raffles, food and a photo booth. Pre-registration is $25, or $30 on the day of the show.

The event will take place at Howards, located at 14444 Atstar Drive in Victorville. For more information, please call (760) 887-6384.

Trona Planning Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on June 10

Trona residents are invited to join San Bernardino County Fire Protection District's Household Hazardous Waste event from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 10.

The event will take place at the Trona Fire Station, located at 83732 Trona Road, Trona. For more information, please call 800-645-9228.

Victor Valley Museum's Award-Winning Military Exhibit Closes on Sunday

Residents only have a few more days to view Victor Valley Museum’s military exhibit, "George Air Force Base: Commemorating Its Legacy 30 Years Later.” The exhibit closes on Sunday, June 11, and was the winner of the 2022 NACo Achievement Award.

This exhibit commemorates the lasting legacy of the base and honors those who served.

The museum is located at 11873 Apple Valley Rd, Apple Valley. For more information, please call (760) 995-8770.

IEHP Community Resource Center Offering Free CPR Class on June 14

Save the date for Wednesday, June 14, when the IEHP Community Resource Center in Victorville hosts its free monthly CPR class. There are only 30 spots available for each class, secured on a first-come, first-served basis.

IEPH is located at 12353 Mariposa Rd., Suites C-2 & C-3, in Victorville. For more information, please call (866) 228-4347. For a complete schedule of community classes, go to www.iehp.org/crcClasses

Caltrans 8 Continues Work on I-15

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is continuing work on Interstate 15 this week from Oak Hill Road in Hesperia to just south of Bear Valley Road in Victorville.

A traffic switch is in place north of the US-395 on the 1-15. The northbound traffic, just north of the US 395, is detoured into the median to enable crews to remove and replace concrete.

In the event of possible thunderstorms, the northbound and southbound lanes No. 1 and No. 2 will close due to potential flooding.

Hours through Saturday:

• Northbound I-15 from Oak Hill Rd to Bear Valley Rd - 7 p.m. to 9 a.m.
• Southbound I-15 from Bear Valley Rd to Oak Hill Rd - 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

High Desert America's Job Center Provides Resources for Veterans

Did you know that High Desert America's Job Center of California provides on-the-job training and career placement for Veterans?

Exquadrum is one of many First District employers dedicated to helping Veterans secure new career opportunities.

In a recent Workforce Development newsletter, Cari Thomas, Business Operations Manager for Exquadrum, said hiring Veterans “aligns with who and what we are as a company – securing our national defense and providing safety to Americans.”

San Bernardino County Regional Parks Kicks Off 2023 Summer Programs

San Bernardino County Regional Parks has kicked off its summer programs with a variety of fun family activities and special events. Here are a few worth checking out:

• Calico Ghost Town will host Movies in the Park on June 16 with the film “Holes.” Yard games begin at 7 p.m., and the movie begins at dusk. 
• Mojave Narrows Regional Park will celebrate International Yoga Day on June 21 with self-guided exercises for the mind and body. 
• Calico Ghost Town is hosting a special “S’mores and Campfire Stories” event from 8-10 p.m. June 26.  
• Mojave Narrows Regional Park is hosting Movies in the Park on July 5 with “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” Yard games begin at 7 p.m., and the movie begins at dusk. 
• Calico Ghost Town is hosting Movies in the Park again on July 11, featuring “Rango.” Yard games begin at 7 p.m., and the movie begins at dusk.  
• Mojave Narrows Regional Park will host a Horseshoe Toss Tournament from 2-4 p.m. July 20.

Calico Ghost Town is located at 36600 Ghost Town Road in Yermo. Mojave Narrows is located at 18000 Yates Rd, Victorville. Cost is $10 per vehicle, or free if camping. For more information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov or call 909-387-2757.

Free Parenting Workshop Planned Next Week at IEHP Center in Victorville

The IEHP Community Resource Center Victorville is teaming up with Chasing 7 Dreams for “Pamper My Baby,” a free educational workshop to support healthy child development.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, at IEHP in Victorville. Participants will receive on-the-spot access to a speech therapist, behavioral therapist, parent advocacy, and more.

The program is offered to parents with children ages 0-4 years old. Child care is provided. IEHP Victorville is at 12353 Mariposa Rd, Victorville. For more information, go to chasing7dreams.org or call 877-774-7978.

First District Communities Celebrate Summer with Free Outdoor Concerts

It's that time of year again! The First District is celebrating summer with a variety of free summer concerts. Here are a few:

Town of Apple Valley’s Sunset Concert Series kicks off on Thursday with Boogie Wonderland, an Earth, Wind and Fire Tribute. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the Civic Center Amphitheater, located at 14999 Dale Evans Parkway, Apple Valley. For more information, go to applevalley.org

Music in The Mountains is back at Mountain High’s North Lodge with free live music from 4-8 p.m. every Saturday. This weekend, rock out with Delta Shade (pictured above). Seating is limited, so bring a lawn chair and a sweatshirt for the evening. The North Lodge is located at 24510 CA-2, Wrightwood. For more information, please call 760-316-7803.

Helendale's Concerts in the Park continues on June 10 with Aces & Eights. The shows will include a beer garden, food trucks and a car show. Be sure to bring blankets and chairs for the concerts. These free events will take place from 6-9 p.m. each month at 15425 Wild Road, Helendale. For more information, please call (760) 951-0006.

Victorville’s Concerts in the Park series begins on June 16 with the Country band, The Silverados. Bring your family for an evening of free musical entertainment, arts and crafts, KidsZone, and food vendors. Concerts take place from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fridays at Hook Park, located at 14973 Joshua St., Victorville. For more information, call (760) 245-5551.

Hesperia's Bobcat's Summer Concert Series begins August 4. For more information, go to HesperiaParks.com.