PALMDALE—United Christian Fellowship (UCF) and other local supporters and dignitaries marched around the front lawn of Joshua Tree Elementary School on Saturday morning in the spirit of uniting and empowering fathers across the valley. Although it was a short march, fathers and other members of the community celebrated the inaugural city-wide commitment with cheers, claps, and smiles. Mayor Jim Ledford (at left) showed his support and initiated the first Fatherhood Conference with a proclamation recognizing the efforts of UCF and Project Fatherhood.

LANCASTER, Calif.—As the community awaits news regarding the tragic case of 16-year-old Lonnie Liner, on Monday morning at the Michael D. Antonovich Antelope Valley Courthouse, Judge Lisa M. Chung granted the defense an extension for the pre-trial hearing. The new date is set for Oct. 14.