County Corner: Feb. 7, 2013
Last month, the County of San Bernardino decided it no longer needed to declare a bark beetle emergency. Both Riverside and San Bernardino counties have been passing emergency bark beetle proclamations for more than a decade. Riverside County Fire Chief John Hawkins said this county has no current plans to cease approving its emergency declarations.
Flu still spreading in the West and among elderly
Through January, the 2012-13 flu season has been worse than normal, particularly for people over 65 years old, but it has not reached epidemic levels ...
Caltrans website helps drivers plan routes
An upgraded Caltrans website provides real-time information to help drivers plan efficient on- and off-Hill travel and commutes. The site has current lane closure...
New effort to repeal fire fee
The state’s Fire Prevention Fee continues to be under legislative siege. Despite efforts in 2012 to repeal the legislation, Assemblyman Mike Morrell (R-Rancho Cucamonga)...
Flu spreading; deaths increasing
On Friday, Jan. 18, Riverside County officials announced that a 22-year-old Hemet man and a 4-year-old Perris girl died last week. Both tested positive...
How Medicare works with other insurance
You may have wondered how Medicare works with other insurance coverage, such as a group health plan from a former employer or union. It’s an important issue because it determines whether your medical bills are paid correctly and on time.
Brown’s budget in balance: More funds for education
Gov. Jerry Brown released his proposed 2013-14 budget last week. The $97.7 billion budget is balanced and provides a $1 billion reserve for future...
New family justice center opens in Indio
The third Family Justice Center in Riverside County is now open and providing much-needed services and resources to the Coachella Valley.
The Indio Family...
County needs volunteers to survey homeless population on Jan. 23
Volunteers throughout Riverside County are needed to assist with a survey of homeless residents that will help determine the need for services and guide...
Flu season has begun; vaccinations available at county clinics
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced in late December that the number of influenza cases in several southern states jumped dramatically recently...