by Jeriah Brumfield | Apr 13, 2024 | Cover
A SHROUD OF pre-dawn darkness blanketed Southern California as Monday morning arrived. As the rest of the world slept, Tony Stone, a soldier turned civilian, sat at his kitchen table, bathed in the soft glow of a dim overhead light, thumbing through the daily...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Mar 8, 2024 | Cover
WHEN ENVISIONING summer camp, what image comes to mind? Is it the smell of the half-burnt marshmallows perched atop the bonfire, yearning to unite with graham crackers and chocolate Hershey bars? Is it the shrieks of laughter, physical activity, and the burst of...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 10, 2024 | Cover
HISTORY WHISPERS through the halls of the old Townsend School, now the heart of transformation at Campora Family Resource Center. Its time-honored history touches the lives of children and families around the community. Eric Vanzant, the passionate director of the...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jan 13, 2024 | Cover
JIM AND Holly Cortner’s love story unfolds, intertwined with the legacy of their shared values and dedicated service to the community. Jim’s upbringing, which consisted of early morning rises with his father, who owned a funeral business, instilled in him the values...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Dec 16, 2023 | Cover
WHEN YOU hear the word “therapy,” what comes to mind? It’s encouraging to witness the growing recognition of mental health care’s essential role in our lives today. In a world filled with everyday demands, it’s crucial to prioritize our mental well-being, just as we...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Nov 11, 2023 | Cover
RICKY TIPPS and Montana Medina’s childhoods were highlighted by the town’s treasured tree-lighting event and other festive traditions during the holiday season. However, as time passed, this beloved tradition gradually lost its brilliance. Motivated by nostalgia and a...
