Welcome to *Happening in Upland*, the local news podcast that treats life in the Inland Empire with the mixture of community pride and mild exasperation it deserves. Join hosts Mark and Joleen as they navigate the beautiful, chaotic mess of our city--from the massive student walkouts hitting the Southland and the tragic reality of local road safety to the "elevated" pub fare at Rescue Brewery in Historic Downtown. We cut through the noise of the never-ending I-10 construction and those permanent art installations known as orange cones to bring you a balanced look at Upland's real estate market, high school sports, and the specific misery of a rainy Monday in the IE. Whether you're looking for a realistic take on local politics or just want to know where to find a dog-friendly beer, we offer an honest, slightly edgy, and occasionally witty perspective on the headlines that actually matter to the people living between the 210 and the 10. Subscribe for your weekly dose of Upland reality, served with a side of cynical sunshine and a lot of heart.

Welcome to Happening in Upland, the local podcast where hosts Mark and Joleen navigate the "City of Gracious Living" with a healthy dose of realism and just enough caffeine to survive the 10 freeway. In this February 9, 2026, episode, we break down the Upland Unified School District's high-tech athletic field renovation and Mayor Bill Velto's optimistic take on the $13.2 million Foothill Boulevard construction nightmare. We dive into the week's more bizarre headlines including the "Mickey Bandits" burglary and a high-speed chase involving local teens, before pivoting to UUSD's "Career Pathways" and the latest Highlander sports updates. Whether you're looking for Valentine's Day plans at Bullwinkle's and Wicked Cow Burgers or trying to make sense of Upland's cutthroat $800,000 real estate market, we provide the essential local news and cynical commentary you need to stay informed in the Inland Empire.

Welcome to Happening in Upland, the local podcast that delivers an honest, unfiltered look at life in the heart of the Inland Empire. In this episode for February 2026, hosts Mark and Joleen navigate the "concrete hellscape" to bring you the latest on the Pipeline Upland Memorial Skate Park, a fascinating piece of local history involving clandestine Bible smuggling, and the reality of the city's recent crime reports. We balance the scales with essential updates on Upland Unified school trips, a spotlight on Highlander sports, and a much-needed guide to surviving the Santa Ana winds and the perpetual construction on Foothill Boulevard. Whether you're looking for weekend plans at the Downtown Farmers' Market, craving a schnitzel at The Stein Haus, or seeking a reality check on the local real estate market, we provide the insights you need with just enough edge to keep it real. Subscribe for your weekly dose of Upland news, served with a side of grit and a hint of caffeinated cynicism.