The long-awaited dream of a gym at Bordwell Park will finally become a reality. The recent groundbreaking and naming ceremony drew community members, leaders, and supporters together for a celebration filled with pride and anticipation. The gymnasium will be named in honor of long time Riverside resident and community activist Dell Roberts. The new facility stands ...

By Dianne Anderson For its 43rd year, the Riverside Black History parade is ready to roll again with a long stretch of attractions that keeps family and friends coming back to reconnect around the city’s biggest cultural event. Russel Ward said he is extremely excited to have it back in the public eye. “Our Grand ...

By Dianne Anderson Never underestimate the power of the Black Student Union, the student group responsible for starting the Black History Month parade in Riverside 40 years ago. This year, Dell Roberts reflects on the major role that his BSU kids took upon themselves to get their vision off the ground. They represented an untapped ...

By Dianne Anderson A big chicken with dancers riding a Cadillac with a boat on top should be a big float draw this year at the Riverside Black History parade, along several the other great headliners, including Dangerman, Hip Hop entertainer Tommy the Clown. It’s all tastefully done in fun. “Juan Pollo has a five-piece ...

The 16th annual Back Pack Giveaway was held in Riverside by the Adrian Dell and Carmen Roberts Foundation. 800 back packs stuffed with school supplies were handed out to students at Castle Park.  Photo: James