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  • Applicants sought for opening on Planning Commission
    By Carl Baker • October 5, 2026
    The City of Redlands invites residents to apply for an open position on the Planning Commission. The deadline for applications […]
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  • Museum of Redlands grand opening set Saturday, Oct. 24
    By Carl Baker • September 15, 2026
    A dream 26 years in the making will become a reality on Saturday, Oct. 24, when the long-awaited Museum of Redlands (MOR) […]
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  • Police Chief Tolber announces retirement after 28-year career
    By Carl Baker • September 14, 2026
    Following a 28-year career with the Redlands Police Department, Chief of Police Rachel Tolber has announced her intention to retire […]
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  • Two-day event celebrates 250 years of American independence
    By Carl Baker • August 26, 2026
    The Watchorn Lincoln Memorial Association invites the public to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary with Liberty’s Legacy: Celebrating 250 Years of […]
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  • American Revolution Experience coming to Smiley Library
    By Carl Baker • August 4, 2026
    To celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Arrowhead Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and A.K. Smiley […]
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  • New fire safety awareness signs for trails, open space added
    By Carl Baker • July 30, 2026
    The City of Redlands Fire Department, Facilities and Community Services Department and Redlands Conservancy have partnered on a new initiative […]
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  • New wildfire safety cameras go live in North Redlands
    By Carl Baker • July 22, 2026
    The City of Redlands has partnered with University of California San Diego’s ALERTCalifornia program for two new cameras providing enhanced […]
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  • Redlands designated as Fire Risk Reduction Community
    By Carl Baker • July 14, 2026
    The City of Redlands has been recognized by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection as a 2026 Fire […]
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  • City earns financial reporting award for 23rd consecutive year
    By Carl Baker • July 13, 2026
    The City of Redlands was recently awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance […]
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  • Purchasing Division receives Excellence award for 12th year
    By Carl Baker • July 13, 2026
    The City of Redlands Purchasing Division was recently awarded the 2026 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement from the National […]
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  • City again invites residents’ input in communitywide survey
    By Carl Baker • July 7, 2026
    For the sixth consecutive year, the City of Redlands is inviting all residents to give their thoughts on priorities for […]
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  • Repair instead of replacing: Free Repair Café July 25
    By Carl Baker • July 6, 2026
    ** UPDATE: Registration for the Repair Cafe is FULL! Registration is now closed. Due to overwhelming demand, walk-ins will be […]
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  • Presentation to provide sneak peek at Museum of Redlands
    By Carl Baker • July 1, 2026
    Dr. Nathan Gonzales, Archivist at the A.K. Smiley Public Library, will provide an inside look at the Museum of Redlands […]
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  • Household Hazardous Waste site to close for Fourth of July
    By Carl Baker • June 30, 2026
    The City of Redlands Household and Electronic Hazardous Waste Drop-Off facility will be closed on Saturday, July 4, for Independence […]
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  • Teens receive hands-on experience in emergency services
    By Carl Baker • June 29, 2026
    High school graduates interested in a career in emergency services will report on Wednesday, July 8, to the University of […]
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  • Celebrate the 250th, not the fine: fireworks prohibited in Redlands
    By Carl Baker • June 11, 2026
    This Fourth of July, the Redlands Fire Department and the City of Redlands encourage residents to celebrate the nation’s 250th […]
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  • Smiley LIVE! presents singer-songwriter Patria Jacobs
    By Carl Baker • June 10, 2026
    At 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, Smiley LIVE! welcomes Los Angeles songwriter, singer and guitarist Patria Jacobs to The Contemporary […]
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  • New hours for Redlands’ Downtown’s Morning Market
    By Carl Baker • June 3, 2026
    The City of Redlands announces updated hours for the Downtown’s Morning Market. Beginning Saturday, June 6, the market will operate […]
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  • Residents invited to apply for Airport Advisory Board position
    By Carl Baker • June 2, 2026
    The City of Redlands invites residents to apply for a position on the Airport Advisory Board. Deadline for filing applications […]
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  • Deadline extended for applications to Municipal Utilities/Public Works post
    By Carl Baker • May 12, 2026
    The City of Redlands has extended the application deadline for residents interested in applying for a position on the Municipal […]
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