Operation Holiday Cheer

Preparing a home for sale is about more than listing it, it’s about presenting it in a way that helps the right buyer feel instantly at home.

Elysia Fernandez and Assemblywoman Leticia Castillo holding Elysia's award for 2026 Woman of the Year for California's 58th Assebly District.

Darian Noghani, Hillcrest High School, Alvord USD· Jasmine Verduzco, New Horizon High School, Banning USD· Christopher Valero, Beaumont Middle College High School, Beaumont USD· Larry Pozar Basilio, West Shores High School, Coachella Valley USD· Hannah Gbondo, Santiago High School, Corona-Norco USD· Rushil Ladhawala, Palm Desert High School, Desert Sands USD· Raef Johnson, Hemet High School, Hemet USD· Denise Muñoz, Jurupa Valley High School, Jurupa USD· Cassandra Caluag, Temescal Canyon High School, Lake Elsinore USD· Yaniah Gamboa, Moreno Valley High School, Moreno Valley USD· Christina Fayad, Murrieta Mesa High School, Murrieta Valley USD· Joel Ruiz, Desert Hot Springs High School, Palm Springs USD· Ariel Moreno, Palo Verde High School, Palo Verde USD· Daisy Casas Chavez, Perris High School, Perris Union HSD· Emanuel Garcia, Ramona High School, Riverside USD· Turner Daudert, San Jacinto Leadership Academy, San Jacinto USD· Lila Deinhammer, Temecula Valley High School, Temecula Valley USD· Bayann Jadallah, Citrus Hill High School, Val Verde USD

Ezekiel “Eze” Jahen, a Senior at Grand Terrace High School, stands ready to lead as a key contributor for the Titans during their matchup against Carter High School.

Students speak with professionals at career booths during a school career day event.

Consistent care and the right growing conditions can turn a small backyard plot into a productive harvest space.

Seasonal illnesses are common, but knowing how to manage symptoms and prevent spread can reduce their overall impact.

Updating flooring is one of the fastest ways to refresh a room’s look while adding durability and long-term value.

Every act of faith begins small, growing stronger when nurtured with trust, patience, and purpose.

Sometimes healing begins not with answers, but with the simple act of holding what is fragile with care.

Handmade bookmarks featuring floral patterns and soft pastel tones add a personalized touch to reading materials and gifts.