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By Cynthia Mendoza A much beloved tradition in Colton continues to draw an entire community to Hermosa Gardens Cemetery on Memorial Day of Inland Memorial’s special ceremony to honor those who have lost their lives serving their country. Apart from honoring those who have served their country, the event also draws families who simply wish to remember their loved ones who have passed on, including dads, moms, sisters, aunts, uncles and sadly, even children. The cemetery fills up with flowers and other tributes at each grave site and families sometimes place lawn chairs around their loved one’s site to just sit, relax and reflect or con- verse with each other. The ceremony itself follows its traditional routine that includes words of gratitude and support from elected officials, including Colton Mayor Sarah Zamora and members of the city council, Rialto Councilman Joe Baca Jr. and Redlands Mayor Pete Aguilar, music, a 21-gun salute, given by the VFW Post 6474, proclamations and more. San Bernardino County Chair and Supervisor Josie Gonzales who is originally from Colton, was one of the elected officials who expressed her gratitude and respect for the By Cynthia Mendoza P laces to get one’s hair cut might be found on every street but for those looking for a one of a kind experience that’s all about art and pampering, Xcyphr Hair Studio in San Bernardino is the place to go. Open now three years, Xcyphr, which is a play on the word ‘cipher’ which stands for 0, is the brain child and baby of Ruben Martinez, Colton native, 35, a man with a pair of clipper in his hands and a pas- sion for hair art in his heart. The zero concept however, isn’t so much about a number as it is about a number as it is a symbol of never ending creativity, artistic drive and passion, qualities Martinez seeks in his staff. “We’ll never plateau,” he says of the endless possibilities for creativ- THIS THIS WEEK WEEK INSIDE INSIDE Inland Memorial, community, honor veterans, past and present Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use! May 31, 2012 Vol 140, NO. 49 W W e e e e k k l l y y IECN IECN . . c c o o m m T he Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Foundation has announced that it raised approximately $75,000 during its recent golf tournament fundraiser, dollars that have been earmarked for the development of an applied medical research program at the county-owned Medical Center. “We are thrilled with the success of our tournament and the dollars we have raised,” said Foundation Executive Director Frank Reyes. “In these challenging times of eco- nomic uncertainty, raising funds is extremely difficult. “But our success is a tribute to the many supporters, both new and old, who recognize the importance of our work; we are very grateful to them.” The ARMC Foundation, a not-for- COLTON COURIER Memorial, cont. on next page ONE SECTION, 28 PAGES Classifieds A20 Hollywood Gossip A19 Horoscope A19 Legal Notices A21 Movies A19 Opinion A4 Service Dir. A10-11 Sports A8-9 IECN PHOTO CYNTHIA MENDOZA Gilbert C. Zamorano, 88, visited the grave of his wife Rachel on Monday, May 28 during a Memorial Day service at Hermosa Gardens Cemetery in Colton. He was one of many local vets who were rec- ognized during the event that Inland Memorial hosts every year. Martinez, cont. on next page A15-A18 FREE CLASSIFIED ADS FREE CLASSIFIED ADS HOW TO REACH US HOW TO REACH US Inland Empire Community Newspapers Office: (909) 381-9898 Fax: (909) 384-0406 Editorial: [email protected] Advertising: [email protected] SELL YOUR CAR AT ANY PRICE, OR ANY ONE ITEM $150 OR LESS FOR 4 WEEKS FREE! Call our FREE ad hot line at (909) 381-9898 ext. 204 Deadline is Monday at 4 p.m. 2012 Election Special ARMC Foundation golf event proceeds support research ARMC, cont. on next page A15 A20 Xcyphr Hair Studio: where art meets business IECN PHOTO COURTESY ERIC COOK PHOTOGRAPHY At Xcyphr Hair Studio in San Bernardino, getting a hair cut is an experience, not just a service. The fun, passionate and very dedicated staff make sure that customers not only walk out satisfied but that they had a great time. Owner Ruben Martinez from Colton, left, oversees his staff, in no particular order: Nancy Britton, Melissa Walters, Stephanie Macias, Helen Rodriguez, MaryAnn Gomez and Josie Martinez. Ballet Company hopes to introduce. T he APPLE Scholarship Foundation (A Personal Path to Lifelong Education) proudly announces its 2012 recipi- ents. The Colton Joint Unified School District APPLE Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organiza- tion established in the fall of 2001 by Colton Joint Unified School District employees. Graduating CJUSD seniors as well seniors affil- iated with district employees are eli- gible. Money is raised by employee contributions as well as other fundraising efforts. This year APPLE has awarded a total of $21,000 in various award amounts to the following students: Colton High School Cesar Robles-Martinez Zane Preciado Samantha Lake Niusha Bavadian Bloomington High School Ricky Salguero Natalia Chavez Cisneros Marilyn Obispo Michael Haney School district announces APPLE Scholarship recipients Prom gives special students a reason to celebrate CC1_01/05/06 IEW Front 5/30/12 11:39 AM Page 1
