Happening in Upland

Happening in Upland is your weekly rundown of what’s going on around town—local news, community events, public safety updates, new restaurants, development, weather, schools, and the stuff Upland residents actually talk about. Delivered with humor, honesty, and a very local point of view, this isn’t stiff broadcast news. It’s real, relevant information with personality. If you live in Upland or anywhere nearby in the Inland Empire, this is your weekly shortcut to staying in the loop.

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  Episode #43

  Happening in Upland: October Swelter in Upland, Home Prices Remain High, Thai Food Respite

  Oct 5, 202615 min

  In this episode of Happening in Upland, Mark and Joleen navigate a week that feels more like a convection oven than mid-autumn as a triple-digit heatwave settles over the valley. We dive into Governor Newsom's new law set to expand the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, questioning if more representation will actually fix our local infrastructure or just create more expensive letterhead. From the Upland Highlanders' "character-building" 0-6 start to the eternal orange cones of the $13 million Foothill Boulevard Improvement Project, we cover the local frustrations and the few bright spots--like the "heavenly" Mango Sticky Rice at Thai Family Sisters and the start of pheasant season. We also break down the $749,000 median home price in a market where residents are clutching their 3% interest rates like family heirlooms, plus a vital heads-up on increased CHP enforcement. Join us for a balanced look at life in the City of Gracious Living, even if the "gracious" part is currently sweating through its shirt.

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  Episode #42

  Happening in Upland: Feline Crisis and Upland's Quarter-Billion Dollar Question

  Sep 28, 202613 min

  From corporate shakeups to local tragedies, Mark and Joleen dive into a heavy week for Upland, California, starting with the surprising closure of the North Campus Avenue Starbucks and the disturbing raid on Furget Me Not Purebred Cat Rescue that uncovered over 500 neglected animals. We break down the "stealth mode" high-speed pursuit that ended in a residential living room, the $237 million price tag on the new Measure M school bond, and whether the city's $700,000 median home price is a "dip" or just a different kind of sticker shock. Between the never-ending Mission Boulevard Bridge construction and a 96-degree heatwave threatening the Route 66 Centennial celebration at Memorial Park, this episode navigates the fine line between community progress and a feline catastrophe. Tune in for an essential update on Upland's shifting real estate, new school leadership under Dr. Shinay Bowman, and where to find a European-style cocktail at Nuno's Bistro to help you forget the $3,300 monthly rent.

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  Episode #41

  Happening in Upland: State Takeovers and the Buffalo Inn's New Life

  Sep 21, 202614 min

  Upland is at a crossroads where high-density housing meets historic heritage, and this week on *Happening in Upland*, we're breaking down the growing pains of the West End. From the state's looming threat to take over Upland Unified School District to the massive transit-oriented developments transforming the Metrolink station, Mark and Joleen weigh the cost of progress against local control. We discuss the official launch of a regional homelessness center with Ontario and Fontana, the final days of the legendary Buffalo Inn as it transitions into condos, and the $200 million road repair backlog that has city leaders--and drivers--on edge. Whether you're looking for the best new craft beer at The Brewmill or bracing for a 96-degree weekend scorcher, join us for a balanced look at the news, a little dry humor about our "broke" city status, and the real-talk updates every Inland Empire resident needs to navigate the shifting landscape of our community.

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  Episode #40

  Happening in Upland: 0-4 Blues and the Million-Dollar Pothole

  Sep 14, 202612 min

  From tax updates older than most voters to a football season off to a rocky 0-4 start, Mark and Joleen break down the latest local headlines in this episode of *Happening in Upland*. We dive into the City Council's push for Measure M to finally modernize business taxes, investigate why the $13 million Foothill Boulevard improvement project still feels like a permanent obstacle course, and check the pulse of a real estate market where "unaffordable" has settled into "slightly less of a fortune." Whether you're looking for the best carnitas at the new La Michelada, wondering if those 5G towers are actually beaming thoughts into your cat, or planning a weekend at the Downtown Kids Market and Dino Day, we provide a balanced look at the progress and pitfalls of life in Upland. Get the facts on local crime trends, the Gold Line's slow crawl toward Claremont, and a weather forecast that finally offers a break from the heat--delivered with just enough edge to keep it honest.

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  Episode #39

  Happening in Upland: Labor Day Heatwave and Lobsterfest Fever

  Sep 7, 202615 min

  Upland is currently a giant vegetable steamer thanks to a triple-digit Labor Day heatwave, but the "Happening in Upland" team is braving the sweat to bring you the latest local updates for September 7, 2026. This week, Mark and Joleen tackle the Highlanders' rocky 0-3 football start, the return of the messy-yet-charitable Lobsterfest at the Scheu Family YMCA, and why the "2nd on 2nd" night market is your best bet for avoiding a daytime meltdown. We're digging into the reality of the thirteen-million-dollar "art installation" otherwise known as the Foothill Boulevard construction project and analyzing why Upland real estate prices are finally taking a breather while local studio rents continue to climb. Whether you're hiding in the AC at Last Name Brewing, clearing out the garage for the city e-waste event, or reporting flickering streetlights on the UplandConnect app, join us for a balanced look at a community that is currently under construction, over-heated, and always interesting.

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