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.