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updated 05/19/25 Fawnskin Chamber of Commerce Fawnskin is an unincorporated community, population est. 403 [2024]. Its altitude is 6,827 feet; has a post office, established in 1922. It is located in the Northwest section of Big Bear Lake. Hidden along the north shore of Big Bear Lake in the mountains above Southern California, Fawnskin provides activities for the Lake and forest: paddling, hiking or snowshoeing. The city hosts a Doo Dah parade and other events in the summer. Demographics : Median age of the male population is 48.3 and the female population is 51. The race breakdown of the population in Fawnskin varies per year, but currently 393 are one race and 16 are two or more races. Of the 409 people who live in Fawnskin, there are 82 under 20 years old. History | Video clip Unable to access the north side, was only a dirt road and hard to access. Later in 1917 became Fawnskin when a road paved to the north shore completed. A lodge was erected, the first major building; later closed; used currently for several small businesses. Before highway 18 evolved, people had to come through Fawnskin to access Big Bear area. After the highway was built, they had less travelers. Big Bear City & Lake city grew as a result of the traffic coming from the South shore. It's a quiet area which residents prefer. “Spending your getaway on the lake, in the woods, in the town; Northshore of Big Bear Lake" Map of Fawnskin Location of Fawnskin in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual Intercessors to rise up & pray for the issues facing this town; Bible studies, attend churches in Big Bear city or Lake, there's a darkness here, possibly from isolation, long term economic hardships from environment and pandemic Government: 3rd District of SBC Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is F: violent crime F; property crime F and other crime is C-; top crime issues are theft at 34% theft very high; burglary 10%; assault 6%; vehicle theft 6%; vandalism 5% Poverty Issues: [2024] 4.4% <7.6% from CA Avg 12% Businesses : took an economic loss, some businesses closed and others are trying to regain their losses; primarily a place for travelers, Bed & Breakfast, inn & lodge, home rentals, or cabins, some businesses cater to the Lake activities; need economy & tourism to improve; saw abandoned and closed up buildings & businesses Points of Interest : Doo Dah Parade, the Loggers' Jubilee, and the Fawnskin Festival, Big Bear discovery center, YMCA, Boy Scouts, trails Environmental issues: Drought & fires Churches [not exhaustive] no churches in Fawnskin proper nearby churches in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake

updated 05/19/25 Oak Glen City Web Site Oak Glen is a census-designated place situated between the San Bernardino Mountains and the Little San Bernardino Mountains. It is northeast of Yucaipa. Oak Glen is located 15 miles east of San Bernardino, at an elevation of 4,734 feet. It experiences all four seasons and hosts the Apple Blossom Festival in April and the Apple Butter Festival in November. Demographics : median age 60; 20% poverty rate; $80K median income; 84% white; 6% Hispanic; 5% native Hawa\iin & Pacific islander; 2% Asian; 2% African American; overall crime grade is C [see more details below]; estimated population [2024] 387. History of Los Rios & Riley Ranches The Rileys moved to Oak Glen in 1978. They bought 12 acres from “Blackie” Wilshire, son of Oak Glen pioneer Joe Wilshire, who first settled in Oak Glen in 1871. Soon the Rileys were learning how to care for the several hundred heirloom apple trees on the property as well as building a log home for the family. After a couple of years, the Rileys thought it would be great to open the orchard to the public and let folks experience orchard life, firsthand. Soon, visitors were pouring into the small orchard by the hundreds and eager to participate in all that the Rileys planned, including old fashioned hoedown dances, pressing cider by hand, and picking several varieties of apples. In 1987, the adjoining 200 + acres, also originally owned by the Wilshire family, were purchased by Ray and Bea Riley, Dennis’ parents, and soon Grandson Devon and his wife Shelli were operating the expanded Rileys venture on that property and renovating an 1887 apple packing shed for dinner dances, starting school tour programs and hosting several special events each year. In 2002 Devon and Shelli left Riley’s Farm (due to differences in the extended family business direction) and 2-years later they began to tenet the historic Los Rios Rancho. Los Rios Los Rios first began in 1906 when Howard L. Rivers, a grower, packer, and shipper from the Pasadena area purchased property from the Wilshires, over 300 acres, to expand his operation to include apples. He planted the largest apple orchards in all of Southern California, many of which are still in production today. Los Rios Ranch soon became known as the place to get truckloads of quality mile-high grown apples. Fruit from the ranch has been shipped locally and globally over the years. The operation expanded as the shift from wholesale packing/shipping to retailing took hold in the 1950’s. Soon a sales barn and bakery were built, picnic areas developed, and cider operations enhanced to make the most of the growing numbers of visitors, eager for mountain fresh apples and the things made from them. In 1995, The Wildlands Conservancy purchased the ranch from the descendants of the Rivers in an effort to save it from certain development and to retain the rich history and landscape for generations to come. They worked diligently to return some of the land to native habitat, develop and expand trails for visitors and begin an outdoor education program that focuses on the wildland and animal life unique to California and Oak Glen. In the Winter/Spring of 2004, The Wildlands Conservancy and Devon Riley began negotiations to join forces that would enable the Conservancy to focus its efforts on preservation, development of trails, and education while leasing the business operations and the bulk of the orchards to the Riley’s to continue the tradition of apple growing and historic entertainment. Mission: “To Promote the area known as Oak Glen in the production and marketing of Oak Glen apples and apple products, together with restaurants, shops, and other agricultural support services in the area." Map of Oak Glen Location of Oak Glen in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: retreats bring people again, intercessors arise; pray for evangelism explosion, boldness in sharing faith, transformed lives, protection from floods and fires, able to bounce back from the recent past fires and flooding. Bible studies during the week since most work weekends to cater to the tourism Governed by: SBC District 3 ; State Assembly (District 42) ; State Senate (District 23) Crime Statistics : [2024] overall crime is C+; violent crime C+; property crime C- and other crime A-; top crime issue is theft 10% Poverty Issues : [2024] 3.65% < 9% CA Avg 12% Points of interest: Los Rios Rancho ; Wilshire's Apple Shed; Riley's Farm ; Pear Grove Farm Latest Covid stats Environmental issues: fires, flooding Churches [not exhaustive] no churches in city proper Oak Glen Christian Conference Center nearest churches in Yucaipa & Beaumont

updated 05/19/25 Newberry Springs City Web Site Location : an unincorporated community located on Route 66, to the east of Barstow & Dagget and south of Yermo, in central San Bernardino County. Baghdad Cafe was filmed in 1988 at the Bagdad Café (approx. 2½ miles away); Forks of the Road (approx. 4.8 miles away); Historic Mojave River Road (approx. 7.7 miles away); Camp Cady (approx. 7.7 miles away); Original Del Taco (approx. 9.3 miles away); a different marker also named Camp Cady (approx. 9½ miles away); Harvard Mill (approx. 9.6 miles away); Harvard Reservoir (approx. 9.8 miles away). Demographics: estimated population [2024] 2,514; median age is 43; male to female 1:1; 27% households with children; 73% without; median income $63K; 71% own; 29% rent; 40% high school grad; 37% some college; 18% associate or bachelors; no graduate degree; 62% married; 24% single History [MARKER STATES] Westbound explorers and settlers first discovered this desert oasis while following the old Indian routes. It was in 1885, shortly after the Santa Fe Railroad laid track here, that this site (then called simply, "Water") began to supply potable water for arid points east, filling the tanks at section houses used by the steam locomotives. The advent of the automobile and Route 66 further helped the area to grow. The town, by then called Newberry, with its plentiful water supply was a welcome respite for travelers on Route 66. During its heyday in the 1950's, Newberry boasted five gas stations, four motels, four garages, five cafes, three bars, one grocery store, a general store and even a public swimming pool. It was during this period that Walter Knott, of Knott's Berry Farm, contracted with the local farmers here to supply the chickens for his famous restaurant in Buena Park. In 1967 the name of the town was changed from Newberry to Newberry Springs, as the original name was a cause of confusion and mail often ended up in Newberry Park, California. The completion of Interstate 40 dealt a deathblow to Newberry Springs and many other small towns along Route 66. Today Newberry Springs serves locals and adventurous people who wander off the Interstate. “West of the Mojave Desert" Map of Newberry Springs Location of Newberry Springs in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: Churches to connect, unite & pray for revival together; intercessors arise from each church to pray for the town, the crime, etc. Governed by: SBC District 1 : Newberry Community Services District Schools: Ironwood Christians Academy [school & camp ministry] & Newberry Elementary school Crime statistics: [2024] overall crime grade is D; violent crime grade is F; property crime grade is D- and other crime is A-; top crime is theft 18% high; assault 7% high; burglary 5% Poverty Issues: [2024] 21.36% > 9% CA Avg 12% Points of Interest: Newberry Springs is well known for the Cliff House station and cabins, the old Henning Motel and Bagdad Cafe ; the Whiting Brothers (Dry Creek) Service Station and Poes Café and the Mojave Water Camp ; Roughout Ranch ; More local landmarks are the Rock Art at Newberry Cave and Pisgah Crater . Don't miss the " Pistachio Festiva l" during November. Churches [not exhaustive] Newberry Springs Assembly of God Faith Baptist Church of Cherokee Road - Pastor David Brock Newberry Community Church – Pastor Ray Maese & Assoc. Owen Burch

updated 05/19/25 Mt. Baldy City Web Site MT. BALDY is an unincorporated community in the San Gabriel Mountains north of Upland nestled in the mountains is a small village. It is located below Mount San Antonio, commonly known as "Mount Baldy" where there is a ski lift that runs year-round for people wanting to visit the top of the mountain. Mt Baldy has cold and wet winters with moderate snowfall. Temperatures often fall to 30 °F at night. It is usually 39–49 °F during winter; 25–35 °F at night. Annual snowfall is about 42 inches. Summer temperatures are mild to warm and can get chilly at night. Daytime temperatures are 76–86 °F with lows of 49–62 °F. Thunderstorms, though not frequent, occur in the afternoon and clear up by late evening. Demographics ; est. population [2024] 290; 1:1 male to female ratio; median age 52; 15% households have children; 85% do not; average income $81K; 12% below poverty level; 64% own; 36% rent. History In the early 1900s, Baldy Bowl, the upper south face of Mount San Antonio, transitioned into a recreation area. During this time, a series of bitter conflicts occurred between the San Antonio Water Company and various camp owners. Pollution of the watershed and the1899 brush fire led the company to take legal control of the road through the canyon away from Charles Baynham, close off the canyon with locked gates, and station armed guards to keep out intruders. But after some time and various legal battles, the company decided to profit from recreation rather than discouraging it. It bought Baynham's Camp in 1907 but then hired Baynham to manage it, charging tolls on the road from 1908 to 1922. The camp was renamed Camp Baldy in 1910, and in the following year the canyon became accessible by automobile. By the early 1920s there were numerous trail camps and resorts in the area. When the area became a national forest in 1908, the forest service began offering 99-year leases of plots of land, including at Camp Baldy. During Prohibition, the area became known as a place where one could get a drink away from the watchful eyes of the police. Former Yosemite concessionaire Foster Curry, his wife Ruth Curry, and Ruth's second husband, movie star Edmund Burns, turned Camp Baldy into a playground for affluent residents of Los Angeles, with a swimming pool, casino, and a dance pavilion. The Los Angeles flood of 1938 destroyed most of the human-made structures in Camp Baldy. The casino was destroyed, but the hotel (today's Buckhorn Lodge) survived. Camp Baldy was rebuilt and later became Mt. Baldy Village. The community was established as Camp Baynham in 1906; it changed its name to Camp Baldy in 1910 and became Mt Baldy in 1951. Its post office was established in 1913. The Mt Baldy School District operates the Mt Baldy School in town. Mt. Baldy Village Church was founded in 1953. The Mt. Baldy Ski lifts are located above the town. "Just north of Euclid Avenue, direct access to Mount Baldy; filled with trails, mountain vistas and some of the tallest peaks in the inland Empire." Map of Mt. Baldy Location of Mt. Baldy in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: believers in the local church intercede for this rural town; people would be transformed by the gospel; people would share their faith with boldness; the Bible studies would attract more people, disciple them and in turn grow Governed by: SBC District 2 Supervisor Elementary school: LCAP — Mt Baldy School Crime g rade [2024] : Overall crime grade is D-; violent D-; property F; and other crime is B+; top crime issues theft at 30% very high; burglary 6% Poverty Issues : [2024] 2% - 10% < CA Avg 12% Points of interest: Mt. Baldy Resort ; Ice Mountain Trail (reaches top of Cucamonga Peak) Churches [not exhaustive] Mt Baldy Village Church - Interdenominational other churches nearby are in Upland and Rancho Cucamonga

updated 05/04/2025 Montclair Web Site Location: bordered by Pomona to the West, Claremont and Upland to the North, Ontario to the East and Chino to the South; southwestern part of the county; in Pomona Valley and part of the Inland Empire. The San Bernardino Freeway (10 Fwy.) runs through the northern part of the city. Nearby cities include Claremont, Glendora, Covina, Mira Loma, Azusa. Montclair sits near three counties that border it: Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange counties. Demographics : Est. population [2024] 37,809; median age 33; median household income $62K; median property value $354K; 70% Hispanic; 12% White; 11% Asian; Black 4%; homeownership rate was 53.9%; most people drove alone to work; average commute time 31 minutes; average 2 cars per household; 81.3% U.S. citizens; 863 veterans [24 WWII; 64 Korean; 224 Vietnam; 551 Gulf Wars]; 73% high school graduate; 17% degrees; M:F ratio 1:1; 45% married; 49% kids under <18; 38% speak English; 52% speak Spanish History Earliest inhabitants were the Serrano Indians who built their village on the banks of a sycamore tree-lined creek which followed what is now Mills Avenue. In 1774, Captain Juan Bautista D’Anza named a stream “Arroyo de los Alisos,” the Stream of the Sycamores now known as San Antonio Creek. Land used to be grazing land and a watering hole, but in 1897, Mrs. Edward Fraser founded, “The Township of Marquette,” area's first modern name; land development began. In the early 1900s Emil Firth, a land developer, named a 1,000-acre land tract “Monte Vista;” to plant orchards and build homes. The first settlers moved in shortly after the tract opened in 1907. The first “modern” settlement within the tract was called Narod. Among the buildings which made up the settlement was a large orange-packing house and the Little White Church of Narod. Like most Southland areas, the Monte Vista Land Tract boomed after World War II. Fearing that it would be annexed by a neighboring city, and the right to control their destiny lost forever, long-time residents formed the Monte Vista Improvement Association. This Association proposed city incorporation of the Monte Vista Land Tract and the residents were asked to vote on the incorporation proposal in the April, 1956 election. On April 8, 1958, the voters of the City of Monte Vista went to the polls to decide upon a name change for their city because there was another community in California also named Monte Vista; the new name was Montclair. During its early years, Montclair struggled to locate a greater tax base to finance the services it provided its residents. In 1964, land developers approached the city with an answer to their tax problems, a large shopping center - Montclair Plaza which produced an additional 20% tax revenue for the City, and today, one of the most successful shopping centers in Southern California; which brought economic stability and the region’s premier shopping destination due to its close proximity to 3 counties. “The people are the city" Map of Montclair Location of Montclair in SBC Specific Prayer Points Environment : Current air quality index ; current fire outlook ; current drought condition is severe; recent earthquakes Major employers : The largest industries in Montclair, CA are Retail Trade (3,005 people), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,084 people), and Manufacturing (1,865 people), and the highest paying industries are Public Administration ($60,294), Finance & Insurance ($41,307), and Wholesale Trade ($40,033). Work : most common jobs held by residents of Montclair, CA, by number of employees, are Office & Administrative Support Occupations (2,486 people), Material Moving Occupations (2,029 people), and Sales & Related Occupations (2,007 people); unusually high number of residents working as Material Moving Occupations (3 times higher than expected), Construction & Extraction Occupations (1.61 times), and Personal Care & Service Occupations (1.55 times). Government : District 4 San Bernardino County; Current City Council School district: Ontario-Montclair School District ; Chaffey Joint Union High school district Christian schools : [not exhaustive] Our Lady of Lourdes school; Montclair Christian elementary Crime grade : [2024] Overall grade is D-; violent crime D; property crime F; other B+; top issues are theft 25%; vehicle theft 7% high Poverty Rate : [2024] 16. 7% - 4. 7% > CA Avg 12%] One out of every 5.5 residents of Montclair lives in poverty. Spiritual : intercessors arise and pray until they see revival in the churches; laborers for the harvest; Christian recovery groups who address the drug addictions and look for ways to reach them outside the church walls; church prayer groups increase in number and answers for salvations, changes in their city; believers not get caught up in the cares of this life or being too busy due to its location and prevalent shopping center; more boldness in sharing their faith; testimonies given; an awakening in the older believers; passion renewed and a return to first love; pastors encouraged and preach the gospel with authority. Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Trinity Lutheran Church Bethany Baptist Church Montclair Christian Church Temple of Grace Christian Cathedral Love Sanctuary church Peniel church Our Lady of Lourdes Praise Christian Center Grace Fellowship Brighter Day Ministries, Inc. Calvary Chapel Praise Experience Church The Truth/La Verdad ; First Assembly of God

updated 05/19/25 City Web Site Rancho Cucamonga - Located at the foothills of the San Gabriel mountains on the south side. Money Magazine ranked it as 42nd best place to live. It is close to major transportation hubs, airports, and highways. Corporations such as Coca-Cola, Frito-Lay, Big Lots, Mercury Insurance Group, Southern California Edison, and Amphastar Pharmaceuticals located branches here. Has many warehouses. It's sunny on average over 280 days/year compared to 209 national average. The 4 public high schools earned Silver Distinction by US News & World Report & received Golden Gold Ribbon status by CA Dept. of Ed. Demographics : Estimate population over 174,693 [2024], 43% white; 35% Hispanic; 9% African American; 10% Asian [fastest growing group]; 3% other. Average # of people in home is 3; 42% had children under 18; 56% married; 13% female no husband present; 6% male no wife present; 5% over 65 living alone. Age breakdown: 7% <5; 23% 6-18; 12% >65; 58% 19-64. M:F 50:50; 5,268 veterans [2581 Vietnam; 2291 Gulf Wars; 243 Korean; 153 WWII]; Job market increased by 2.3%; 40% growth predicted over next 10 years; median household income is $83K. Home to Chaffey Community college and Victoria Gardens, an outdoor lifestyle mall, includes a library, a 'live" theater playhouse. Also houses the epicenter where the Quakes baseball team play. History Kucamongan Native Americans were the first who populated the area near a land mass known as Red Hill, who anthropologists think might have been the largest indigenous tribe in the North continent. After Spain control then Mexico winning the ground, Tubercio Tapia was granted 13K acres who raised cattle, planted vineyards and established the Thomas winery. California became a state which brought the family of John Rains to purchase the property from the daughter of Tapia. Rains was murdered in 1862 after he expanded the vineyards. President Lincoln assigned a post office in 1864, the 1st in the western region. Railroads and water access later in early 1900s brought people out to live adding citrus, olives and peach trees to the vineyards. Chaffey, an engineer, expanded the area with irrigation, subdividing, adding electricity, irrigation, paved roads. Mexicans often farm workers created their own area called North Town and establishing Our Lady of Mt. Carmel church. Italian immigrants similarly established a section and the Sacred Heart church. Massive growth occurred in the 70s and after voting established Rancho Cucamonga with its own government. They came up with a plan focusing on public safety, sustainability and a good quality of life. “Originally "a city with a plan" turned to recent "A World Class Community" as their slogan. The city's seal, a cluster of grapes, reveals its agricultural history in vineyards." Map of Rancho Cucamonga Location of Rancho Cucamonga in SBC City Prayer Points Environment : First responders [fire, law enforcement, medical] current air quality ; current fire outlook ; recent earthquakes ; current drought condition - moderate; Businesses : Senior care facilities ; Medical centers ; Business & Warehouses (Christians share faith during breaks & model Christ's character]; The most common jobs held by residents Office & Administrative Support Occupations (11,788 people), Management Occupations (10,483 people), and Sales & Related Occupations (9,786 people); high number of residents working as Law Enforcement Workers Including Supervisors (1.61 times higher than expected), Community & Social Service Occupations (1.37 times), and Fire Fighting & Prevention, & Other Protective Service Workers Including Supervisors (1.31 times). Government : Current Mayor & City council ; 3rd District in SBC School district: schools in RC [mask issues, social distancing, online vs face-to-face, curriculum mandates, parents share their voice; Christian teachers] Christian schools : Pebbles Christian, Alta Loma Christian, Wordwise Institute of Eschatology; Next Dimension Bible college; Upland Christian academy; Acmae; Iglesia Universal; Montessori Academy, Rivers Edge, Bibles by Carolyn, Lifepoint Church; Joy Christian Center; St. Marys Montessori, Jesus for Life Community Crime grade [2024] : overall C-; violent crime C; property D; other crime B+; top issues are theft 13%; vehicle theft 5% Poverty Issues: [2024] 8.03% <4% of CA Avg 12% Spiritual : churches unite [list below is not exhaustive; may not be a church that believes in the gospel; pray for revival and unity among the Christian churches]; more laborers for harvest; boldness to share the gospel [ Acts 4:29-31 ]; older generation still see purpose [ Ezek. 37 :1-4 ]; those not attending church post Pandemic; innovative ways to reach the lost; Media church versus F2F; no SILOs; need to connect with others; Insights from praying: One human race vs. division of races; Peace over fear; Connection over isolation; Breath of life over dry bones; unity over division; Gentleness over harshness (increase in fruit of the spirit in words, thoughts, public/private conversations, social media); Humility over Pride; Movement over ; paralysis; Freedom over Bondage; Spirit of boldness over Fear; Stillness over Busy-ness; Simplicity over Complexity; Spirit-led over self-reliance; neighborhood prayer walks; mental health issues [3 students killed themselves the first week of school in 2019] Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Abundant Living Family Apostolic Church Calvary Faith Center Christ’s Church of the Valley Community Baptist Church Crosslight Family Ministries Cucamonga Christian Fellowship Etiwanda Community Church First Baptist Church Highland Avenue Community of the Nazarene [Iglesia del Nazareno] Hillside Community Life Way Lifepoint Mountainview Faith Community North Hills Community Northkirk Presbyterian Church Peace in the Valley Family Point of Grace Remedy Sierra Vista Baptist Solid Ground Brethren Church Summit Christian The Flipside United Methodist Church-Cucamonga Amistad Cristiana Asamblea de Dios By His Spirit Fellowship Calvary Chapel of Rancho Calvary Chapel Rancho Cucamonga Church Of Astara Cross and Crown Lutheran Church Destinyland Christian Center Etiwanda BIC Church FAITH CHURCH RC First Baptist of Alta Loma Korean Baptist of Disciples Lighthouse Chapel Ministerios Alfa Y Omega Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church Powerful Baptist Church Rancho Christian Center Rancho Cucamonga Central Foursquare Church Rancho Cucamonga Highland Avenue Community Sacred Heart Catholic Church Shepherd Of The Hills Lutheran Church St Clare of Assisi Church St Justina Coptic Orthodox Chr The Joshua Center International Church The Neighborhood Vineyard Church The River's Edge Church The United Methodist Church of Cucamonga Truth Community Church Vine Church Of Rancho Cucamonga Schools/Districts

updated 05/19/25 Some Info on Blue Jay Web Site Blue Jay is an unincorporated community located in the San Bernardino Mountains, within the San Bernardino National Forest. Blue Jay Village itself is located one mile from the southwestern bank of Lake Arrowhead. The town is a part of the Lake Arrowhead Community. Other towns in this community are Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs and Cedar Glen. Important to note : It is considered the entertainment district of the Lake Arrowhead community. It contains a shopping center, a number of restaurants, a bank, the headquarters of The Rim of the World Unified School District, a motion picture theater, the Lake Arrowhead Library and many privately owned stores. The village also hosts many events including the Lake Arrowhead celebration of film, The Blue Jay Christmas parade, and the Blue Jay Jazz Festival. Demographics : Blue Jay has an est. population of 2,134 [2024] people and of those residents there are M:F almost 1:1; 83% have children under 18; $65K median household income; average family size 3. C rime stats: violent crime D-; property crime grade C+ and other crime D. History The town started as the homestead of Art and Norma Wixom. They leased a few vacation cabins and opened a store in 1914. Stoney DeMent leased the land and built a market called The Blue Jay Market in 1934. The store was named for the blue colored birds that live in the area, and this later became the name of the town built up around it. The naming of the town is something of a misnomer: the local variety of jay is actually the Steller's jay, not the closely related blue jay. While this is widely known in the area, the name has stuck. Residents began to move to Blue Jay about 10 years later. In 1978 Bluejay was purchased by H.R. "Rick" Kaufman through his company Pioneer Take Out Corporation aka Pioneer Chicken. “ Rebuilding together mountain communities.”" Map of Blue Jay Specific Prayer Points Spiritually People go to nearby churches; Intercessors to arise & pray for their city; Evangelists to share with the lost; Bible studies to emerge so they can meet locally; Interesting photo Happy Birthday Jesus banner on SB Fire Dept truck during parade No city government; under Lake Arrowhead & 2nd District San Bernardino County Supervisor Blue Lake Village Schools : Under Rim of the World School District Entertainment Theater would host clean films Festival would be an opportunity Rebuilding mountain communities together organization goal: keep homeowners in need Safe Warm and Dry in their own homes Rebuilding day aka Christmas in April Crime stats : [2024] overall crime grade is F; violent is F; property is F; other is C-; top crime issues are theft 32% very high; burglary 10% high; assault 7% high; vandalism 7% high Churches [not exhaustive] no churches in Blue Jay city nearby churches are in Lake Arrowhead

updated 05/04/2025 Homestead Valley Community Council web site Location : a census-designated place in San Bernardino County, California. Homestead Valley sits at an elevation of 3,022 feet (921 m). Neighboring cities are Landers & Twentynine Palms to the east; Pioneertown, Yucca Valley & Joshua Tree to the south; on scenic Hwy 247 just north of Joshua Tree, east of Big Bear Lake, and southeast of Barstow. Demographics : population: 2,772 (2024); median age is 51; 56% married; 23% have families with kids under 18; 87% speak English; 7% speak Spanish; 70% white; 18% Hispanic; 3% Asian; 3% American Indian; 10% other; median income is $42K; median house is $369K; Map of Homestead Valley Location of Mt. Baldy in SBC Specific Prayer Points Environment : Air quality average is 92.7 [worse than average 74]; Homestead Valley-area historical earthquake activity is significantly above California state average. It is 7132% greater than the overall U.S. average. Recent earthquakes ; current severe drought conditions; current fire outlook Government : Council members | District 3 San Bernardino County School district: Under Morongo Unified School District Christian schools : Nearest are in Joshua Springs, Yucca Valley Crime grade : Overall F; violent F; property F; other C+; top issues are theft 32%; burglary 8%; assault 8%. Poverty Rate: [2024] 32.2% - 20.2% > CA Avg 12%; very high; employment declined by .13% in a year affecting income Spiritual : 60% are not affiliated with a church; 22% catholic; 12% evangelical, 4% other; 1% mainline protestant; 1% black protestant; .2% orthodox; churches spring up in this town of none [that we could find]; prayer groups arise, intercessors claim this area and pray until they see a great move of God; nearby churches would see this as a mission field with such a high number not affiliated with any "religion"; hearts softened to hear the gospel, laborers/missionaries to go into this harvest; events and outreaches to get to these people, that they would not feel forgotten or alone; revival, awaken, reform, transform the people. Churches [not exhaustive] all churches are in Yucca Valley, Landers and Pioneertown

updated 5/19/25 Lytle Creek City Web Site Lytle Creek is a census-designated place in the San Gabriel Mountains about 16 miles northwest of San Bernardino and 10 miles from Fontana and Rialto. This small remote community is located in a large southeast-trending canyon on the eastern portion of the San Gabriel Mountains completely within the boundaries of the San Bernardino National Forest. People visit here for the camping, shooting range and hiking. Demographics : Ethnic group: Caucasian 59%; Hispanic 35%; Asian 3%; Median income $71K; Est. population [2024] 588. History Serrano Indians migrated from the mountains to Lytle creek area in the summer months where it was cooler. After the Mexicans came ranchers arrived. Mormons came next to establish settlements. The Mexican/American war came to an end and Captain Lytle posted camp hunting and fishing; town got its name from him. Then farmers came and the Serranos stopped living there. For a period of time, gold fever broke out creating Texas Point Mine which is no longer in operation. You can see scars from the mine on the way into the town near San Sevaine Road. Later came the Mason Henry gang who stole horses. Two resorts rose up: Mountain Lakes Resort and Green Mountain Ranch. Mountain Lakes was owned by Silas Glenn who gave it to his son-in-law not his 2 sons. An altercation broke out and the sons were shot and killed [bullet holes can still be seen in the front door]. The town is made up of three small cities: Scotland, Tally’s and Happy Jack. San Bernardino Forest composites 200,000 acres in Lytle Creek and houses a ranger station. “Small but mighty, and full of beauty and adventure" Map of Lytle Creek Location of Lytle Creek in SBC Specific Prayer Points Governed by: District 2 San Bernardino County Supervisor Points of Interest: Mountain Lakes Resort ; Green Mountain Ranch ; Melody's Place Bar & Grill ; Lytle Creek Firing Range Environmental issues: Fire issues Earthquake issues - Lytle Creek, CA has a very high earthquake risk, with a total of 14,357 earthquakes since 1931. The USGS database shows that there is a 99.16% chance of a major earthquake within 50km of Lytle Creek, CA within the next 50 years. The largest earthquake within 30 miles of Lytle Creek, CA was a 5.7 Magnitude in 1990. Flooding & rockslide issues from rainstorms Ranger Station Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is D; violent crime D; property crime D-; other crime A; the top issues are theft 22%; burglary 5% Poverty Issues : [2024] 5.78% < 6.22% < CA Avg 12% Spiritual : intercessors to arise and pray for this city who live there; for people to be bold in sharing their faith with one another; for Bible studies to arise to help those connect and grow during the week Churches [not exhaustive] none in the city proper nearby churches in San Bernardino & Fontana

updated 05/04/2025 City Web Site Location : located in southwestern part of the County; considered part of the Inland Empire; bordered on north by city of San Bernardino, on east by Redlands, on west by Colton, and on south by Riverside County. Mission Statement : Want to make sure that all residents and visitors can enjoy the social, cultural and economic benefits of a dynamic and diverse society. We commit to remain cohesive and ensure everyone has the opportunity to be part of our city’s success. Demographics : Est. population [2024] 25,021 population grew .4%; median age 36.3; median household income $55K. White 28%; Hispanic 26%; Asian 26%; Black 11%; 89% of the residents are U.S. citizens; median property value $367K; homeownership 38.4%; most drive alone to work, and average commute time 22.6 minutes; average car ownership 2 per household; 877 veterans [121 WWII; 74 Korea; 266 Vietnam; 416 Gulf Wars]; 57% speak English; 16% speak Spanish; 40% have families with kids <18; 55% married; .9/1 M:F ratio. History Loma Linda in Spanish means "Beautiful Hill." The central area of the city was originally known as Mound City, while its eastern half was originally the unincorporated community of Bryn Mawr. In the pre-Columbian until the 18th century, San Bernardino Valley was occupied by scattered bands of Serrano Indians. The Serranos occupied most of the valley and called it “Guachama” which means “plenty to eat.” In the late 1800's railroad companies encouraged development of tourist hotels and Loma Linda began as one known as Mound City which failed. It was during this time that the property came to the attention of the Seventh-Day Adventists (SDA), through the efforts of prominent author, Ellen G. White. In 1904, White recognized the need for another sanitarium property between San Bernardino, Riverside, and Redlands. White envisioned a school where medical missionaries including physicians, could be trained. Her plan was that the Loma Linda facility would be the principal training school on the West Coast. Nursing instruction commenced in 1906 and the first class of nurses graduated in 1907. The Loma Linda Medical College opened on September 23, 1910 and the first class of physicians graduated in 1914. The school evolved into the Loma Linda University and Loma Linda University Medical Center. In the late 1890's, a group of Los Angeles businessmen and physicians purchased the hotel and reopened it as a health resort and convalescent home called Loma Linda, the Spanish words meaning "pretty hill." City was incorporated in 1970. The medical school grew to be Loma Linda University, a health-science University with Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Public Health. Once home to orange groves residential developments began as the city grew. “A city focused on health and prosperity" Map of Loma Linda Location of Loma Linda in SBC Specific Prayer Points Environment : current drought condition is moderate; current Air Quality struggle with poor air due to smog, traffic and location; landslide potential in these areas ; current f ire outlook Common work: Health Diagnosing & Treating Practitioners & Other Technical Occupations (1,966 people), Office & Administrative Support Occupations (1,195 people), and Education Instruction, & Library Occupations (898 people). Compared to other places, Loma Linda has an unusually high number of residents working as Health Diagnosing & Treating Practitioners & Other Technical Occupations (4.75 times higher than expected), Life, Physical, & Social Science Occupations (2.58 times), and Health Technologists & Technicians (1.73 times). Government : Current City Council ; under District 3 SBC ; Schools: Loma Linda University (1,400 degrees awarded in 2020). R edlands Unified School District; Christian schools : [not exhaustive] Loma Linda Academy; Crime grade : [2024] overall D+; violent D+; property D; other B+; Top issues are theft 15%. Poverty Rate: [2024] 11. 6% - .4% < CA Avg 12% Spiritual : More churches that reach the Asian and Hispanic demographics; intercessors to arise and pray until the city sees growth and a harvest of souls; more laborers into the harvest that can minister to the diverse groups of people; Christian recovery groups to address the drug addictions; Christian classes on how to manage finances and get out of debt; prayer groups at churches that meet regularly; praying for the needs of their people and the needs of the community; community outreaches to reach those marginalized, poor and needing healing; an increase in signs and wonders and a boldness to the believers to share their faith. Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Loma Linda University Church Loma Linda Chinese Seventh-Day Adventist Church Life Christian Fellowship Campus Hill Church of Seventh-Day Adventists Loma Linda St Joseph the Worker Church Redeemer Fellowship Redeemer Reformed Baptist Church Inland Empire Filipino SDA Bea Mission Inland Christian Filipino Church UReach

updated 05/04/2025 Hinkley is an unincorporated community in the Mojave Desert northwest of Barstow, east of Mojave, north of Victorville. Just north of California State Route 58, the residents faced concerns over hexavalent chromium in their well water from the world's largest plume of this cancer-causing chemical; movie created about this town called Erin Brokavich. tap water is infiltrated by chromium-6, the cancer-causing heavy metal. Current interview with her and reveals Hinkley's situation. Demographics : est. population [2024] 630; M 41%; Female 59%; median age 51; average 2 people per house; 20% of households have children; majority do not; average income is only $38K. Most people own 83%; a few rent 14%; 44% have high school graduate level; 15% less than; 31% some college. Overall crime grade is C- [see below for more details. History From 1952 its groundwater was contaminated with Chromium 6 by PG&E who used it to prevent rust in their natural gas transmission pipelines. In 1993, Erin Brockovich, a legal clerk to lawyer Edward L. Masry, investigated the apparent elevated cluster of illnesses in the community linked to the Chromium 6. Residents of Hinkley eventually filed a class action lawsuit against Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). The case was settled in 1996 for $333 million, the largest settlement ever paid in a direct-action lawsuit in United States history. After that, Mr. Sanchez created a project where residents could discuss their concerns and find out what the water status was in their area. They consistently wrote and asked questions of the famous Mr. Izbicki, who was well known for his knowledge on water contamination. Still today they struggle, the town has diminished in population. Some stay for the country, small town neighborhood they enjoy. Many have to keep checking their water for contamination. They hope someday the water will be free from contaminants and the prices of their homes will increase. PG&E currently owns about two-thirds of all the property in town. For Hinkley to endure, the people who remain must navigate a complex network of stakeholders — including working with the company who poisoned their water in the first place. “Famous for The Erin Brockovich case made into a film." Map of Hinkley Location of Hinkley in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: Intercessors will arise & pray for this town & its people For salvation of souls, for the fear of illness caused by the carcinogens in the water to be squashed by changes & a new system created People to share the Gospel and it transforms lives Revival to breakout; especially in and through the church Bible studies that meet the needs of the people and challenge their growth in Christ Governed by - SBC District 1 Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is F; violent crime grade is F; property crime is F and other crime is C-; Top crime issues are theft at 43% extremely high; burglary 11% very high; assault 9% high; vandalism 5% Poverty Rate: [2024] 36.9% - 24% > CA Avg. 12%; extremely high; population dropped rapidly; economy suffered; still struggling with residual affect from contaminated water Points of interest: Riley's bar; San Bernardino Fire Department; Hinkley Community & Senior Center Churches [not exhaustive] Hinkley Bible Church other churches are nearby in Barstow

updated 05/04/2025 City Web Site Mission Statement : dedicated to the betterment of the individual, the family, the neighborhood and the community. The City Council and the staff of Highland are dedicated to providing the quality of public facilities and services that its citizens are willing to fund and will do so as efficiently as possible Location : the term Highland also refers to a geographical area of the city of San Bernardino (generally east of Del Rosa Avenue to the eastern city limits), and parts of unincorporated San Bernardino County. Highland is generally divided into two regions, East Highland and Highland (Generally considered west of State Route 210 , with the majority of inhabitants living east of the freeway.) Neighboring cities are Muscoy, San Bernardino and Colton to the west, Loma Linda and Redlands to the south; San Manuel Indian Reservation to the north and sits at the base of the San Bernadino mountains. Demographics : est. population [2024] 56,690; median age is 31; median household income is $64K; median property value is $330K; The 5 largest ethnic groups in Highland, CA are White (Hispanic) (54%), White (Non-Hispanic) (26%), Black or African American (8.11%), and Asian (7.19%). 88.6% of the residents in Highland, CA are U.S. citizens. Veterans are 1,467 and served in WW11 [12]; Vietnam [715 ]; Gulf Wars [622 ]; Korean [118 ]. Employment increased 8%; 67% own their home; average commute time is 26 minutes. History Incorporated since November 24, 1987. City started from different settlements in 1856 a section named as Cramville after the first white settlers, John Henry Cram and six of his eight sons. In 1857, the first white settler, Henry Rabel, bought forty acres then 80 more acres. Area became known as Rabel Springs because of a pond filled with water from artesian and thermal wells. Rabel erected bath houses and an eleven-room hotel with options to bathe in the medicinal springs. Place became a popular recreation spot with the founding of Harlem Springs in 1887. With a swimming pool, bath houses, an entertainment hall, and picnic grounds, Harlem attracted many guests. First county road built in 1860 developed to carry supplies to the gold mines in Bear Valley, became known later as the Old County Road, Third Street, and is now Fifth Street. In 1873 a settlement called Messina was established at Base Line and Palm Avenue. Post Office was established in 1887 in the grocery store. In early times the vast area of valley and mountain land was inhabited only by the native Indians until the arrival of the Spaniards in 1772. A band of Indians lived near the base of the foothills as early as 1870 under the leadership of Captain Manuel Santos. The springs at Rabel and Harlem had been a favorite spot of the early Indians, and were actually in a portion of the land north of the Santa Ana River known as Agua Caliente, which included what is now Arrowhead Hot Springs, Rabel, Harlem, Urbita and Siena Springs. In 1885 the last of these Serrano Indians were moved by the government to the San Manuel Reservation. At one time there were more Indians than white in the valley, but a smallpox epidemic in 1862 wiped out whole rancherias. These reservation Indians did much of the manual labor in the area. The women wove beautiful baskets using pine needles and grasses, almost a lost art today. The reservation is now known for its successful Bingo game operations. Organized in 1906, the Highland Chamber of Commerce became an organizing force in the development of the early Highland area. In this unincorporated district, the Chamber of Commerce became the mayor, town clerk, and common council, organizing many important and active committee on roads and road care, beautification of the area, and studies of grove and citrus problems. The organization became a supporting unit of the many activities involving the citizens and area industries. The Chamber has remained active through the years, and was a prime force in the formation of the present City of Highland, incorporated November 24, 1987, a city of 32,300 acres covering 13 square miles. In 1984 Highland celebrated its 100 year beginning from its early days as Messina. Click on the History link to learn more. “Come home to Highland. " Map of Highland Location of Highland in SBC T Specific Prayer Points Environment : Current air quality ; recent earthquakes ; moderate drought condition at present; hazard map Major Businesses: The largest industries in Highland, CA are Health Care & Social Assistance (3,444 people), Retail Trade (3,001 people), and Educational Services (2,365 people), and the highest paying industries are Utilities ($90,139), Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services ($65,799), and Educational Services ($56,717); Government : City Council ; under District 3 SBC County Board Supervisor School district: Some schools are under the Redlands Unified School district and others under San Bernardino City Unified school district Christian schools : [not exhaustive] St. Adelaide, Time to Learn Fast; E Family Church; Tender Heart Therapy Crime grade : [2024] Overall is D+; violent D; property D; other A-; top issues are t heft 15%. Poverty Rate: [2024] 16. 7% - 4. 7% > CA Avg. 12% One out of every 5 residents of Highland lives in poverty.10,967 of 54,544 Highland residents reported income levels below the poverty line in the last year. Spiritual : Intercessors arise and pray for the people in this city until there is manifested change in crime and poverty; more prayer groups occur in the churches with good attendance and many answers to prayer; recovery groups for people dealing with drug addictions to lower the number of crimes committed from it; family and marriage classes how to have healthier relationships God's way; a hunger and thirst for righteousness; a move of God in and through the churches to bring new life, an awakening, more laborers for the harvest; greater boldness in sharing the Word and testimonies in the workplace and schools and in getting services. Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Immanuel Baptist Church St John Bosco Church St Adelaide Church Unified Baptist Church Highland Congregational church Church of Christ Church of the Valley Cornerstone Praise Center First Church of God Mission House II Immanuel Baptist Community Cross Light & Life Missionary Baptist Messiah Lutheran Church Highland Baptist Temple The Centre at Highland Arden Hills Seventh Day Adventist Church Joy Harvest World Outreach New Life Arabic Christian St. John Bosco Church E Family Church Church of the Living Iglesia Cristian Rios de Vida