Inland Empire

City of Hope Awarded $5.4 Million CIRM Grant to Create a Stem Cell Laboratory and Expand Access to State-of-the-Art Disease Models and Technology Among a Diverse Scientific Community

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월요일, 5월 20, 2024

Not pictured is Michael Barish, Ph.D., professor of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.

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  • Not pictured is Michael Barish, Ph.D., professor of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.
  • (Photo: City of Hope)
    The mission of the unique Stem Cell-Based Disease Modeling Laboratory is two-fold.
  • In particular, the laboratory will supply healthy and cancerous stem cell-based models in brain, heart and breast tissue to the region’s scientists for research.
  • The Stem Cell-Based Disease Modeling Laboratory will operate in a renovated space that will assemble state-of-the-art instruments and technologies and centralize the generation and establishment of organoid models.

Stars of Orange County and Inland Empire Business Dazzle at 2024 ACG Awards Gala

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금요일, 5월 17, 2024

More than 120 companies were nominated, with 30 of those ultimately earning finalist status following a series of interviews with ACG professional advisors.

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  • More than 120 companies were nominated, with 30 of those ultimately earning finalist status following a series of interviews with ACG professional advisors.
  • Finalists then went on to meet with a panel of independent judges, all of whom were former ACG Awards winners.
  • “We congratulate the winners as well our outstanding group of finalists,” said Mike Paleo, ACG Awards Co-Chair.
  • “They join a select group of companies that have become visionaries, leaders and major employers in Orange County and the Inland Empire.

Thirty-three UBS Financial Advisors in Southern California and Hawaii named to Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list

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수요일, 5월 15, 2024

UBS Wealth Management USA announced today that 33 financial advisors based in the Southern California and Hawaiian areas of the firm’s Pacific Desert Market have been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for 2024.

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  • UBS Wealth Management USA announced today that 33 financial advisors based in the Southern California and Hawaiian areas of the firm’s Pacific Desert Market have been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for 2024.
  • Of the advisors recognized, 14 are based in San Diego, 16 are in Orange County, one is in the Inland Empire and two are in Hawaii.
  • “I’m proud to see so many of our skilled financial advisors recognized for their commitment to going above and beyond for clients, and I want to congratulate each of them,” said Justin Frame, Pacific Desert Market Executive, UBS Wealth Management USA.
  • With strategic financial planning, personalized guidance, and genuine support for families, UBS advisors help clients navigate complex financial landscapes and pursue their long-term goals and aspirations.”
    The Advisors named to the 2024 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list include:

LAFC makes Ontario International its Official Airport

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금요일, 5월 10, 2024

ONTARIO, Calif., May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) is now the Official Airport of Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) through an innovative partnership with the Major League Soccer team that includes community events, LAFC visibility throughout the two terminals and ONT branding at all home games.

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  • Partnership will include community events and co-branding opportunities, while offering the team's loyal fans a convenient gateway for away games
    ONTARIO, Calif., May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) is now the Official Airport of Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) through an innovative partnership with the Major League Soccer team that includes community events, LAFC visibility throughout the two terminals and ONT branding at all home games.
  • For LAFC and its strong fan base, ONT provides direct flights to and from 12 Major League Soccer cities, and in June will add a 13th when Southwest Airlines launches nonstop service to Nashville.
  • Noteworthy, too, is that more than 10 million Southern Californians live or work close to Ontario than any other airport.
  • Plans include community events and watch parties at the airport featuring ticket giveaways and signed memorabilia, co-branded merchandise and ONT messaging at BMO Stadium during home games.

Granite Secures Contract for Infrastructure Project Near Ontario International Airport

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목요일, 5월 9, 2024

Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded a $25 million contract by McDonald Property Group to retrofit offsite infrastructure at the east end of the runway of the Ontario International Airport.

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded a $25 million contract by McDonald Property Group to retrofit offsite infrastructure at the east end of the runway of the Ontario International Airport.
  • The project also includes the new construction of a reclaimed waterline, fire service lines, and dry utility systems.
  • In addition, Granite will be reconstructing the streets, upgrading access with curb & gutter, driveways, and sidewalks, along with street lighting.
  • “Granite was selected as a partner for this project based on our qualifications and our ability to meet the needs of the owner,” said Todd Besant, Granite Project Executive.

4 Gen Logistics Advances Sustainable Goods Movement with 41 Volvo VNR Electric Trucks

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월요일, 5월 6, 2024

Volvo Financial Services provided funding support for 4 Gen Logistics’ scaled Volvo VNR Electric fleet.

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  • Volvo Financial Services provided funding support for 4 Gen Logistics’ scaled Volvo VNR Electric fleet.
  • “We're excited to collaborate with our dealer partner, TEC Equipment, to support the 4 Gen Logistics team in optimizing the benefits of their Volvo VNR Electric trucks.”
    With two driver shifts daily, 4 Gen Logistics’ Volvo VNR Electric fleet logs up to 240 miles per shift.
  • The dealerships will help 4 Gen Logistics maximize uptime for their Volvo VNR Electric trucks as part of the Volvo Gold Contract, a premier service offering for the Volvo VNR Electric model that provides a turn-key solution to provide customers with operational peace of mind with electric vehicles.
  • To learn more about Volvo Trucks North America and the Volvo VNR Electric, visit the company website .

Loma Linda University Health and Lifepoint Rehabilitation announce joint venture partnership to build new inpatient rehabilitation facility

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수요일, 5월 8, 2024

Loma Linda University Health and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, announced today that they have entered into a joint venture partnership to build and operate a new inpatient rehabilitation facility in Loma Linda.

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  • Loma Linda University Health and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, announced today that they have entered into a joint venture partnership to build and operate a new inpatient rehabilitation facility in Loma Linda.
  • The new, free-standing, 80-bed facility will help to meet a growing community need for specialized rehabilitation services, nearly doubling the health system’s capacity for inpatient rehabilitation care.
  • Upon completion of this project, Loma Linda University Health will transition its existing inpatient rehabilitation units to the new rehabilitation facility.
  • “We are pleased to partner with Loma Linda University Health as we expand access to high-quality rehabilitation care in the Inland Empire,” said Russ Bailey, president, Lifepoint Rehabilitation.

Solar Integrated Roofing Corp. Provides Corporate and Operational Update

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수요일, 4월 24, 2024

HENDERSON, Nev., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Solar Integrated Roofing Corp. (OTC: SIRC) (“SIRC” or “the Company”), an integrated, single-source solutions provider of solar power, roofing and EV charging systems provides updates on operations and answers investor questions.

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  • HENDERSON, Nev., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Solar Integrated Roofing Corp. (OTC: SIRC) (“SIRC” or “the Company”), an integrated, single-source solutions provider of solar power, roofing and EV charging systems provides updates on operations and answers investor questions.
  • SIRC has sold off the remaining assets involved in the residential solar and residential roofing market in San Diego.
  • The previous owner of Future Home Power, a residential solar marketing company aimed at selling residential solar in San Diego and the Inland Empire, purchased the McKay Roofing and Milholland Electric companies this month.
  • We are positioned to continue to secure contracts in EVSE, Commercial Solar, LED Lighting conversions, and Commercial Roofing repair and replacements.

Chino Commercial Bancorp Reports 6% Increase In Net Earnings

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금요일, 4월 19, 2024

CHINO, Calif., April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Chino Commercial Bancorp (OTC: CCBC), the parent company of Chino Commercial Bank, N.A., announced the results of operations for the Bank and the consolidated holding company for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • CHINO, Calif., April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Chino Commercial Bancorp (OTC: CCBC), the parent company of Chino Commercial Bank, N.A., announced the results of operations for the Bank and the consolidated holding company for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Net earnings for the first quarter of 2024, were $1.24 million, which represents an increase of $75.2 thousand or 6.4% in comparison with the same quarter last year.
  • Net earnings per basic and diluted share were $0.39 for the first quarter of 2024 and $0.36 for the same quarter in 2023, respectively.
  • Dann H. Bowman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We are very pleased with the Bank’s performance in Q1’24.

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP Expands Public Law Practice with Addition of Longtime City Attorney Michael Barrett

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP is pleased to announce that Michael W. Barrett, formerly the City Attorney for the City of Napa, has joined the firm’s Public Law practice as a partner.

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  • Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP is pleased to announce that Michael W. Barrett, formerly the City Attorney for the City of Napa, has joined the firm’s Public Law practice as a partner.
  • Barrett started his career in local government at the City of Oceanside as a law clerk and then began his practice of law with a private firm in San Diego, representing public and private clients.
  • He then held in-house deputy and assistant city attorney positions at the City of Tracy and the City of Fremont.
  • From December 2005 through April of this year, Barrett served as City Attorney for the City of Napa.