COLTON COURIER Weekly
September 26, 2024
Vol 152, NO. 40
Champions for Choice Event Honors Leaders in Reproductive Rights Advocacy
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PHOTO PLANNED PARENTHOOD Planned Parenthood board members (including IECN’s Publisher Emeritus Gloria Macias Harrison) and staff with former senator Connie Leyva and Dr. Michele Bracher Goodwin.
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n September 20, 2024, Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) hosted its annual Champions for Choice Luncheon at the Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center. The event celebrated local leaders for their unwavering commitment to reproductive rights, highlighting their work in advocating for choice and
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health care access within the San Bernardino community.
the face of ongoing challenges in Southern California.
The event's Master of Ceremonies was Connie Leyva, former state senator and current executive director of KVCR, whose leadership has long been associated with progressive causes. In her opening remarks, Leyva emphasized the importance of community-driven efforts to safeguard reproductive justice, especially in
Jon Dunn, President and CEO of PPOSBC, addressed the audience, expressing gratitude for the resilience of local leaders who continue to support reproductive healthcare, education, and access for women and families across the region. One of the event's featured speakers,
NBC's The Voice Contestant and IE Native Michael Landingham to Headline Humane Society’s Howler-Ween Casino Night By Manny Sandoval
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BC's The Voice contestant and Inland Empire native, Michael Landingham, is set to perform at the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley’s (HSSBV) highly anticipated Howler-Ween Casino Night and Dog House Auction on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The fundraiser will take place at 374 West Orange Show Road from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., offering attendees a night of excitement, entertainment, and support for a worthy cause.
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Michael Landingham, his wife, and their dog Cash are excited to attend HSSBV’s 2024 Howler-Ween in costume, while bringing the good vibes, musically.
Landingham, who recently released his pop-country single “Summer Weather,” is thrilled to return to his roots for the event, having grown up in various parts of San Bernardino County. “I’m super excited. It’s the perfect collaboration because I was born and raised in SB County, so playing a local hometown show is something special,” said Landingham. “The Humane Society helped me with my dog Cash, a
Pomskee, and I’m grateful to give back to an organization that’s made a difference in my life.” The Voice contestant, known for his soulful blend of country, rock ‘n’ roll, and pop, will perform on the outdoor patio from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., delivering an energetic set including fan favorites and new tracks. “I’ll be playing a mix, including my single ‘Summer Weather,’ along with songs from my debut album and covers from artists like Teddy Swims and Morgan Wallen,” shared Landingham. Landingham’s appearance is one of many highlights planned for the evening. The Howler-Ween Casino Night will feature gaming, dancing, food, and a live auction of unique birdhouses and a deluxe doghouse designed by Garner Holt. Guests are encouraged to attend in costume, with prizes awarded for the best costume at the end of the night. Humane Society, cont. next pg.