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akley police officers Kevin Morris and Brian Foreman, both longserving members of the agency, were recently promoted to the rank of sergeant during a swearing-in ceremony in which their badges were pinned on by members of their own families. Following the ceremony, Morris and Foreman thanked their fellow officers for their continued support and emphasized their dedication to serving the people of Oakley as they step into their new roles within the department.

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Frazier anchors effort to remove abandoned boats from the Delta “ Abandoned and derelict vessels not only

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REGIONAL Efforts to rid the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta of abandoned boats received a boost when Assemblymember Jim Frazier, D-11, secured a $12 million allocation for that purpose in the state’s budget for fiscal year 2021 - 2022. The allocation is specifically earmarked for the removal of abandoned and derelict commercial vessels that litter the Delta. These vessels have the potential

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REGIONAL As cases of COVID-19 and its highly contagious delta variant continue to spread across the state, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Contra Costa County have issued new public health orders requiring school staff and first responders to show proof of full vaccination or to be tested for the virus at least once a week. The new policy for school staff took effect Aug. 12, and schools must be fully compliant by Oct. 15, while the health order for first responders does not take effect until Sept. 17. These updated guidelines come in the wake of the relaxation of health orders in June and a 30% increase in confirmed new cases in Contra Costa County over the past two weeks. “There’s no substitute for in-person instruction,” said CDPH Director Dr. Tomás J. Aragón of the decision. “California will continue to lead the nation in keeping students and staff safe while ensuring fully open classrooms.” Dana Eaton, superintendent of the Brentwood Union

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OAKLEY The Oakley Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees has announced the selection of Jeffery Palmquist as the district’s new superintendent, effective Aug. 22. Palmquist is starting his 25th year of service in public education, beginning his career in the San Joaquin County Office of Education Court and Community School Program. He has served as a teacher, an assistant principal, a school principal and an associate superintendent. “I am excited and honored to have been chosen as the new superintendent of Oakley Union and look forward to working collaboratively with the school board, staff, students, parents and community,” Palmquist said. “Public education has certainly had its challenges over the past year and a half, but I know that Oakley will continue to come together and take care of our students.” Board Trustee President Lynell Fuller said Palmquist rose above all other candidates interviewed. “With the assistance of a staff, parent and community member panel, Mr. Palmquist emerged as the right fit to lead our district,” she said. “Although many qualified candidates applied, the board felt that Mr. Palmquist’s experience, leadership and dedication to students and staff members would best serve OUESD students, employees and the community for years to come.” Palmquist will succeed Greg Hetrick. Hetrick is retiring this

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OAKLEY The city of Oakley is continuing its search for its next city manager. Former city manager Bryan Montgomery stepped down in May in order to accept a similar position in Indio, Calif., after 15 years serving the Oakley community. In order to identify the characteristics residents feel are most important in Montgomery’s replacement, the city recently conducted a nine-question online survey for residents that was hosted on the city’s website. A city manager is a key part of local government. The role is to advise the city council on decisions while serving as the liaison between the city council and staff. A key part of the job is ensuring that the council’s legislative agenda is implemented by a group of trained and professional staff. The complexities of the job often include directing the city’s operations, managing the budget, overseeing staff and resolving a variety of problems

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Quilt show set for community center The Delta Quilters Guild will hold its quilt show at the Brentwood Community Center this weekend. “We are so excited for this opportunity to interact with the community after the lockdown we experienced this past year,“ said Lucy Meis, president of the guild. This show’s theme is “Quilting . . . The Thread That Binds.” Quilts entered for this theme will be displayed together in a special area to highlight how quilting binds the hearts of quilters through friendship, caring, love and celebration, according to the organization. Barb Bartz is the featured quilter of the show. She joined the Delta Quilters Guild in 1999, the same year she started quilting, but has been sewing most of her life. “I love the challenge involved in piecing the quilt,” said Bartz. Bartz has taught workshops for members, organized retreats and served as treasurer and president of the guild. “I’ve admired Barb’s enthusiasm and exceptional talent from the first day I met her,” said Meis. Bartz’s quilts, wearable art and other crafts she has made with fabric will be on display, according to the organization. Another area at the show will feature the Quilts Honoring Veterans program, which provides quilts to members of the

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Serendipity Cellars opens in Brentwood Serendipity Cellars owners Bryan and Michele Lucay no longer have to keep their excitement bottled up as their winery, Serendipity Cellars, had its grand opening on Aug. 11 with a small celebration attended by family and friends. Although their wines have made appearances at events such as the Brentwood Wine Stroll held earlier this year, the opening has been a longtime coming, according to the Lucays. The winery is now open to the public for tastings on the second and last Saturday of each month by reservation. Guests can purchase Serendipity’s proprietary wines by the glass or by the bottle at the spacious bar area and have their choice of indoor or outdoor seating. The beauti-

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Chris Minard February 27, 1964 – July 30, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Minard, born on Feb. 27, 1964. He is survived by his mother, Sharon Minard, daughters, Chloe Minard and Samantha ChildsMinard, sister and brother-in-law Holleigh and James Norwood, niece Brooke Norwood, stepdaughters Kristen Tullis and Shannon Moore, and many relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter Minard. He was a friend to all and always stood up for the underdog! He will be greatly missed! A celebration of life service will held on Saturday, Sept. 11, in Oakley. In her last two decades, Anne was a doting surrogate Mom to Lynn and Randy’s dogs, Max, Clarabelle, Emma and Sadie. Anne was a diehard fan of the 49ers, Warriors and USC Trojans. She prized a personalized photo from her “boyfriend” Dwight Clark and felt that Steph Curry was the greatest thing in short pants (she felt he “hung the moon!”). Anne possessed an indomitable spirit and was extremely strong willed, which enabled her to successfully live her life on her own terms. One of those terms (and she wouldn’t hear otherwise) was to die at home. The family is forever grateful to her primary caregiver, the wonderful and supportive Wendy Schilling, and to caregiver LaKisha White. Their compassionate and attentive care allowed Anne to live out her last days at home with grace and dignity. A private celebration of life will be held later this summer. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www. stjude.org.

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Gridiron action returns in its normal fall slot The high school football season is upon us, and I think fans, coaches, players and anyone else interested in the action is hoping for one thing: sustained normalcy. Last season was wrought with sustained bouts of uncertainty and lots of waiting, before the roughly 16-month delay gave way to abbreviated five- or six-game seasons for teams in March and April—void of postseason play. For those who need a refresher, perennial league powerhouse Pittsburg ran the table at 5-0, with Liberty finishing 4-1, Heritage 4-2 and Antioch and Deer Valley 1-4. see Football page 3B

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Lions confident heading into season JESUS CANO At the end of last season, head coach Matt Hoefs decided it was best for his team to have a full eight weeks off from football activities, in contrast to most teams who went into spring ball 2.0 after the shortened high school season. Liberty struggled with numbers. As the season approached, 65 kids were expected to suit up for the Lions in August 2020. When the season was delayed, those numbers dwindled. By their last game of the season against crosstown rival Heritage, Liberty fielded its team with just 31 players. Now, Hoefs said, his program has around 50 kids on the varsity roster. “We feel comfortable there and we know with all the protocols that are still in place that we might be without a player for a week or two,” Hoefs said. “So we have to really have that old cliche

‘next man up’ mentality. I anticipate we’ll be very competitive.” One key player who returns for the Lions is Nate Bell, who had 856 passing yards and a 60% completion rate and is constantly improving, according to Hoefs. Bell will have Deuce Carr, Charles Lindsey and Khiron Green to throw to. Deovion Hill will be the team’s featured running back, with plenty of others hopeful at getting some time at tailback. The Lions offensive line won’t be as big compared to previous years, but Hoefs said there is good competition among players like Ryan Harper, Zay Reed, Montez Woods, Noah Blake and Olugbenga Komolafe. But position battles within the team haven’t affected the team’s chemistry— it’s only seemed to make everyone better. “Everybody knows they have to fight and compete for these jobs, and I don’t think people are settled in, especially

It was just a little over two months ago that Zach Sims was informed he would be the new head coach at Freedom High School. And while he is still adjusting to taking the helm with the Falcons, he’s impressed with the results he’s seen during summer workouts and fall camp. “In my first months, I’ve seen that the majority of my players display a work ethic that shows they truly want to win,” Sims said. “We worked out five days per week all summer and attendance was phenomenal.” Sims is taking over a Freedom program that’s coming off a rough note. In the shortened spring season, the Falcons went 1-4, which is the program’s worst league record since 2010. They even lost their final game against Deer Valley, who at the time were riding a 16-game losing streak dating back to

2019. Sims said he will be changing up the way Freedom manages its style of play, as the former College Park offensive coordinator indicated that he will incorporate a new offense and defense for the team. One player who has been earning great praise from Sims is sophomore quarterback Taylor Edmon. Not only does Sims expect Edmon to be the team’s starting quarterback — last year’s starter Les Callen moved to Georgia — but he also predicts that by the end of the season Edmon will be one of the league’s breakout stars. “Our team excels when we play fast. Our speed is definitely our greatest asset,” Sims said. “We are a young team with a lot of inexperienced players in key positions, so that is a struggle for us at times.” Sims also points out Shamond Brooks and Herschel Turner as other

September 3, 7:00 PM vs. Los Gatos September 10, 7:00 PM vs. Canyon Springs September 17, 12:00 PM @ Monte Vista September 24, 7:00 PM vs. Dublin

with everything that’s been happening this summer, and everything else,” he said. “There are times where a kid’s on vacation and another guys steps in, and he plays very well. Then the other guy shows up and we say, sorry, you’re in the second group now.” One area Hoefs is confident about is his linebacker core, featuring Colin Borrelli, Dominic Bustos and John Addison. Anthony Muñoz, who suffered a season-ending injury in the spring, will be a featured defensive back.

Following great seasons isn’t exactly new to Pittsburg’s football team. It’s a product of a program that, year in and year out, is one of Northern California’s best. That said, it will be a challenge replacing last year’s team, which went 5-0 in last spring’s abbreviated season, winning its games by an average of 42 points and all games by at least 19. The task of following that team will go to a team that’s young and inexperienced in some spots but talented across the board. One place where the Pirates have varsity experience is at quarterback. As a sophomore a season ago, Jaden Rashada split the time with Eli Brickhandler. Rashada completed 59% of his passes, with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. Now that Brickhandler has graduated, the job is Rashada’s. “With the craziness of the season, it felt like the right thing to do to let them both play,” Pittsburg coach Vic Galli said. “It wasn’t the year he wanted. But I felt he did

some good things and made it work. We averaged 54 points a game.” He’ll have a talented group of weapons at his disposal. The group of pass catchers will include returning players like seniors Rick Camacho and Khamani Blakney, and juniors Rashid Williams, Israel Polk and Kenyan Higgins. Among the new players are senior Khamani Blakney, juniors Khai Taylor and Zack Card, and freshman Jadyn Hudson, whom Galli called “one of the best freshmen to come through our halls.” The running game will be led by Charles Brown, who didn’t play as a sophomore last season but was on the Pirates in 2019 as a freshman. Senior Kai Green will also get some carries. Opening holes for them will be a senior heavy offensive line that includes Aiden Bandes, Nick Quintero, CJ Falevai, Lisala Takafua, Pablo Perez and Angel Cortes. The defense will be similarly experienced in the trenches, with most of the offensive linemen playing on both sides of the ball. The linebacking unit will include Green, juniors Kylil

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FREEDOM 2021 SCH E DU L E August 27, 7:00 PM @ Hayward September 3, 7:00 PM vs. San Leandro September 10, 7:00 PM vs. California September 17, 7:00 PM @ Foothill September 24, 7:00 PM @ James Logan October 8, 7:00 PM @ Antioch*

dynamic players on offense. Turner will also be a heavy contributor on defense, along with safety Jayden Smith and defensive lineman Sean Hayes, Sims said. Freedom opens the season on Aug. 27 at Hayward. The squad’s first league game is scheduled for Oct. 8 at Antioch. The Bell Game is scheduled for Oct. 22 at home.

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LIBERTY 2021 SCH E DU L E August 27, 7:00 PM vs. Bishop O’Dowd

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October 15, 7:00 PM @ Heritage* October 22, 7:00 PM vs. Liberty* October 29, 7:00 PM vs. Pittsburg* November 5, 7:00 PM vs. Deer Valley* *BVAL games

PITTSBURG 2021 SCH E DU L E August 27, 7:00 PM vs. Serra September 3, 7:00 PM @ Folsom September 10, 7:00 PM vs. Valley Christian September 17, 7:00 PM @ Wilcox October 1, 7:00 PM @ McClymonds

Carpenter, Odera Okaka and Jakobe Harmon, and sophomore Josh Dollarhide-Watson. Going into the season, the secondary will be the biggest question mark for the Pirates. The team that starts the season on Friday, Aug. 27, against Serra will bear no resemblance to the team that finished last year’s season. Looking to fill those holes will be junior Robin Boyd and sophomore Izaiah McGee-Prince, along with the aforementioned receivers and running backs like Polk, Taylor, Higgins, Brown, Williams and Card.

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This season is thankfully on track to begin in its normal fall slot, and with it the opportunity to watch marquee non-league matchups we missed last season. The slate is expected to feature Pittsburg clashing with Serra, Folsom and Valley Christian; and Liberty and Heritage participating in the two-day Honor Bowl at Liberty High School in Brentwood against Canyon Springs and Clovis East, respectively. Other matchups slated to occur at the event include Sutter Union vs. Campolindo; Pleasant ON THE COVER: Heritage quarterback Jacob Wasso drops back for a pass during a scrimmage last week. The regular season begins for Bay Valley Athletic League teams on Aug. 27. Photo by Angelo Garcia Jr.

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It will be a tough task, considering 17 of last season’s 22 starters were seniors. But one key contributor to the offense who will be returning is Devon Rivers, who led the league in rushing with 911 yards. Heritage will be suiting up a new offensive line, which includes returning player Anthony Meadows, who is transitioning into the position. The Patriots will also have Tanner Smylie playing fullback; Fogelstrom said he’s improving each day. Sophomore Jacob Wasso will be the team’s starting quarterback, coming off an injury he suffered last season. Fogelstrom also expects Jayden Ennis, Jeremiah Ruffin and Kimani Stafford to be a high-quality group of players to help the team’s receiving core. Stafford and Ennis are set to be impact players on defense as well, along with Keon Wolfe and Ryan Simonds as linebackers, according to Fogelstrom. Brock Lombardi, a De La Salle transfer, will also help out on defense. Fogelstrom said sophomore Cody

Wong is a rising player to watch. “Right now I believe our players excel at being committed to getting better all the time. We preach the ‘all In’ concept, and our summer attendance was good. We are struggling right now with leadership and maturity,” Fogelstrom said. “We are incredibly young and inexperienced at many positions. Our entire OL and DL are brand new, plus our quarterback. We lost our top two WRs and an all-league corner. We have some big shoes to fill right now. We are fighting to get better every day.”

Valley vs. Menlo-Atherton and Liberty (Bakersfield) vs. Clayton Valley. As the calendar flips to the second half of the season, a host of always entertaining friendly rivalries await: Antioch and Deer Valley clash at Antioch High on Oct. 16; Freedom hosts Liberty in the Bell Game on Oct. 22; and Heritage welcomes Liberty in the Brentwood Bowl and Antioch travels to Pittsburg in the Big Little Game on Nov. 5. The North Coast Section playoffs are set for mid-November. Matchups aside, the dawn of a new season will also allow new players to emerge as playmakers and superstars.

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Wolverines driving for success KYLE SZYMANSKI Deer Valley High School’s football team struggled to a 1-4 record last season, but it couldn’t have ended the campaign better, defeating Freedom 34-32 in its final contest to break a 16-game losing streak dating back to 2018. Now the Wolverines are hoping to carry that success into the fall. Deer Valley head coach Robert Hubbard couldn’t be reached by press time, but noted high school football website Calpreps.com reports that quarterback Ayanfe Adediran and wide receiver/defensive backs Semaj Moronkola and Carlos Perez will lead the squad. Adediran, a junior, completed 40 of 80 passes last season for 483 yards and four touchdowns. Deer Valley will play a non-league

schedule that includes Northgate, St. Mary’s (Albany), San Jose, Concord and Dougherty Valley. Of those squads, Northgate finished 4-1 last season, St Mary’s 1-3, San Jose 0-2, Concord 1-3 and Dougherty Valley 0-4. In league play, Pittsburg ran the table at 5-0 last season, with Liberty finishing 4-1, Heritage 4-2, Antioch 1-4 and Freedom 1-5. The order of the Wolverines’ league schedule this season is Liberty, Antioch, Pittsburg, Heritage and Freedom. If the past is any indication, the Wolverines will have their eyes on the Oct. 16 matchup against crosstown rival Antioch, where the coveted Mayor’s Cup will be on the line. Deer Valley will likely enter its league matchup with Freedom feeling confident. The Wolverines outscored Freedom

When Antioch High School’s football team kicks off its football season on Friday, Aug. 27, against Monte Vista, it will be trying to rediscover the winning habit that the program had not so long ago. After making the playoffs every season from 2014 to 2018, the last two seasons haven’t gone as well. The Panthers went 2-8 in 2019, and while no playoffs were held last season, Antioch went only 1-4 in last season’s abbreviated spring campaign. One edge the Panthers have is experience, which often plays well in high school sports, especially football. During his junior season last year, Jorge Hernandez Jr. carried the ball 59 times for 381 yards with two rushing touchdowns, all of which led Antioch. It was also good enough for an all-Bay Valley Athletic League honorable mention selection as a running back. He returns this year as one of three senior captains, along with defensive back/

running back Andrew Campos and Sione Fetulimoeata. Hernandez won’t be alone in an experienced backfield. Senior Cameron Ahokovi — second on the team with 21 carries for 121 yards a season ago — also returns. Lemarion Fountain, who played all over the field, including some time at quarterback, rushed for 67 yards and one touchdown on 11 carries as a junior. He also returns for the Panthers. While much of Antioch’s offense a season ago was ground-based, its leading receiver will also return to the gridiron. Isaiah Pino caught passes for 90 yards as a sophomore, earning All-Bay Valley Athletic League first team honors as a tight end in the process. He’s one of three junior captains on the Panthers this year, along with linemen Ben Ulufaleilupe and Siaka Tonga. Tonga and Fetulimoeata were both all-Bay Valley Athletic League second team offensive linemen last season. The other side of the ball tells a similar story. Last season’s leading tackler, Cameron

DEER VALLEY 2021 SCH E DU L E August 27, 7:00 PM vs. Northgate September 3, 7:00 PM vs. St. Mary’s September 10, 7:00 PM @ San Jose September 17, 7:00 PM vs. Concord September 24, 7:00 PM @ Dougherty Valley October 8, 7:00 PM vs. Liberty*

12-6 in the fourth quarter last season to pull out their lone victory. Deer Valley’s first regular-season game is scheduled for Aug. 27 at home against Northgate at 7 p.m. The Wolverines open their road schedule at San Jose on Sept. 10. The team’s first league contest is scheduled for Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. against LIberty.

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Wright, has graduated. But senior linebacker Christopher Merino and Pino were second and third on the team, with 26 and 22 tackles, respectively. Pino also recorded three sacks a season ago, which helped him earn an all-Bay Valley Athletic League second team selection as a defensive end. But opposing offensive lines can’t focus on him exclusively; senior defensive end Mateo Gonzalez, who also recorded three sacks last year, will return. Fountain, who recorded an interception last season and earned all-Bay Valley Athletic League first team honors as a defensive back, will be an anchor in the secondary.

September 25, 2:00 PM @ Marin Catholic October 8, 7:00 PM vs. Freedom* October 16, 1:00 PM @ Deer Valley* October 22, 7:00 PM @ Heritage* October 29, 7:00 PM @ Liberty* November 5, 7:00 PM @ Pittsburg* *BVAL games

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When Samantha Calkins first competed at the prestigious US Marine Corps 16U & Junior Nationals wrestling tournament in Fargo, ND, she finished third in cadets and in the top 12 in juniors. Her 2021 trip was even better. Now a senior at Liberty, Calkins was one of many decorated amateur wrestlers from around the country in Fargo from July 17-23. She did as well as expected, coming away with a National Championship in the Junior Women’s 200 pound division. Calkins entered the event seeded fourth in her class but moved up to No. 2 when the top two girls opted to compete at heavyweight. After winning her first four matches, she met Indiana’s Riley Dempewolf, the tournament’s No. 1 seed, in the finals. The two finished the match tied 2-2, but Calkins came away with the victory on crite-

ria, with her two points coming from a two-point takedown. Calkins headed to Fargo hoping to see Dempewolf. But she also had a strategy that kept her from looking ahead to Dempewolf until she was the opponent at hand. “It was one match at a time, honestly,” Calkins said. “Going into that tournament, I was hoping to have that girl that I beat in the finals. I had her previously in the season and lost to her. So I wanted that match. But I was focusing on one match at a time. I was hoping I could win, I knew I could. I just had to go out there and prove it.” Alexander Encarnacion-Strand, Calkins’ coach at Liberty, was impressed with how well Calkins put her plans into action. “I think she did great,” he said. “She beat the first three opponents to show how dominant she see Wrestler page 14A

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Impact Soccer team wins tournament The Impact Soccer Club’s 2011 girl’s green team, coached by Nicole Toeaina, recently won the Davis Summer Classico Tournament’s Premier Division in Davis. Impact won its first two matches, tied their last match, then played in the championship game against the Davis Legacy 11 Red. The team tied 1-1 and went into overtime, where no goals were scored. After the first round of five penalty kicks, the teams were still tied and went into another penalty kick round, with Impact taking the win. Adding to the excitement, Impact’s

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akley’s Jackson Ramirez and his sister, Willow, recently won all three Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championships, starting with the local Oakland Diocese regional and California state contests. This was Willow’s first contest, but her brother is a seasoned veteran. After all the scores were tallied, Jackson had the highest score of kids in his age group from across the country and the world. Jackson was named international free throw champion, an award which he received at a special ceremony. The siblings represented St. Anne’s Church in Byron in the contest.

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Heritage volleyball team honored with academic award The 2020-21 Heritage girls varsity volleyball program was recently honored for its academic success. The U.S. Marines and the American Volleyball Coaches Association named the squad one of its Team Academic Award winners for the 2020-21 season. The honor was given to 1,281 national collegiate and high school teams that maintained a year-long GPA of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale or 4.10 on a 5.0 scale. The Patriots, one of 413 high school girls teams to earn the honor, finished the year with a collective GPA of 3.92 in the spring semester. This was the school’s first time receiving the award, according to a statement from Heritage High School. “Even though teams might not have played during their usual season or may not have competed at all during the past year, coaches still found ways to lead their players to academic excellence.” said Kathy DeBoer, American Volleyball Coaches Association’s executive director. “This is a testament to the important role volleyball coaches play in their players’ success, both on and off the court.” Heritage Athletic Director Nate Smith noted in a statement on the school’s website that the latest National Federation of State High School Associations participation survey revealed there are 16,572 girls volleyball programs across high schools across the nation, meaning that Heritage ranks among the top 2.5% of high school programs across the country in terms of academic achievement.

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Located at: 4464 Lone Tree Way #414 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Elite Global Investment LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/12/2018. Signature of registrant: Precious Heyliger, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/20/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86270 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021.

vidual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/26/2021. Signature of registrant: Greg Turner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 27, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/26/2026 Antioch Press No. 02-1273 86320 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021.

SCHREPEL, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 4/11/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0110726-00 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 1/23/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0010073-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/8/2021 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $481,356.74 The purported property address is: 1853 BADGER PASS WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-410-012 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-886382-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-

0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-886382-AB to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-20-886382-AB IDSPub #0174123 8/13/2021 8/20/2021 8/27/2021 Antioch Press No. 021273 86334 Publish Dates: August 13, 20, 27, 2021.

registered by the following owner: KINGDOM INVESTMENTS MINISTRIES INC. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Anthony Cheney-CEO (Chief Executive Officer). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 6, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/5/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86311 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021.

Smith. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1996. Signature of registrant: Bryan B. Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/8/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86304 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004436 The name of the business: Jollof Hub Located at: 2420 Mammoth Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Wilhemina Arthur Nkwocha. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/21/2021. Signature of registrant: Wilhemina Arthur Nkwocha. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/20/2026 Antioch Press No. 061617 86254 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0003993 The name of the business(es): 1. LASARAH’S PRAYER CLOSET 2. LASARAH’S ESSENTIALS Located at: 2420 Sand Creek Rd. Ste C-1, #136 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): LASARAH LELA CHENEY. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: LASARAH LELA CHENEY-OWNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 6, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/5/2026 Brentwood Press FICTITIOUS BUSINESS No. 02-1273 86344 Publish dates: NAME STATEMENT August 13, 20, 27, September 3, File No. F-2021-0004464 The 2021. name of the business: In-Shape Health Clubs Located at: 4099 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA NAME STATEMENT 94531, is hereby registered by File No. F-2021-0004226 The the following owner: In-Shape name of the business: Life Tran- Solutions, LLC. This business is sitions Psycho Therapy Servic- conducted by: A Limited Liability es Located at: 3700 Delta Fair Blvd Company, State of Organization: Suite 204 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is Delaware. The registrant comhereby registered by the follow- menced to transact business uning owner: Veronica Baines. This der the fictitious business name or business is conducted by: An Indi- names listed above on 3/1/2021. vidual. The registrant commenced Signature of registrant: Sean to transact business under the Maloney, CFO. This statement fictitious business name or names was filed with the County Clerk listed above on 11/28/2005. of Contra Costa County on: July Signature of registrant: Veronica 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires Baines. This statement was filed 7/22/2026 Antioch Press No. 06with the County Clerk of Contra 1617 86354 Publish dates: August Costa County on: July 12, 2021 by 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2021. Deputy Clerk Expires 7/11/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86249 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Publish dates: July 30, August 6, NAME STATEMENT 13, 20, 2021. File No. F-2021-0004502 The name of the business: Cervantes FICTITIOUS BUSINESS & Son Maintenance Located at: NAME STATEMENT 1407 G St In: Antioch, CA 94509, is File No. F-2021-0004330 The hereby registered by the following name of the business: Rance owner: 1. Juan Miguel Cervantes Trucking Company Located 2. Isidra Hernandez. This business at: 2201 Robles Dr In: Antioch, is conducted by: A Married CouCA 94509, is hereby registered ple. The registrant commenced by the following owner: Lee Ed- to transact business under the ward Rance Jr. This business is fictitious business name or names conducted by: An Individual. The listed above on 11/20/2020. Sigregistrant commenced to transact nature of registrant: Juan Miguel business under the fictitious busi- Cervantes, Isidra Hernandez. This ness name or names listed above statement was filed with the on N/A. Signature of registrant: County Clerk of Contra Costa CounLee Edward Rance Jr. This state- ty on: July 26, 2021 by Deputy ment was filed with the County Clerk Expires 7/25/2026 Antioch Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Press No. 06-1617 86309 Publish July 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021. Expires 7/14/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86313 Publish dates: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021. NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004528 The FICTITIOUS BUSINESS name of the business: Tank’s NAME STATEMENT Processing Service Located at: File No. F-2021-0004421 The 1305 Jacobsen St In: Antioch, CA name of the business(es): 1. 94509, is hereby registered by the Elite Mobile Notary 2. Elite following owner: Greg Turner. This Bay Area Real Estate Investor business is conducted by: An Indi-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004544 The name of the business(es): Bite Me Confections Located at: 9 Rainier Lane In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gillian Hope Flores. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Gillian Flores - Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 27, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/26/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86358 Publish dates: August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004782 The name of the business(es): The Naturally Nourishing Chef Located at: 4506 Steed Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rebekah Fields. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rebekah Fields. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/8/2026 Antioch Press No. 021273 86386 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-20-886382-AB Order No.: 02-20027208 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/3/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ERIC V

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0003611 The name of the business(es): FIT4MOM East Contra Costa Located at: 612 Addington Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: East Contra Costa Fitness, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/12/2018. Signature of registrant: Nicole Shewey, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 6/14/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86357 Publish dates: August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0003982 The name of the business: 1. CHENEY’S HOMES R US 2. CAUGHT UP Located at: 14560 San Pablo Ave In: San Pablo, CA 94806, is hereby

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004031 The name of the business: Geddes Music Store Brentwood Located at: 625 1st Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): John C. Kontagianis. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/10/2008. Signature of registrant: John C. Kontagianis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 7, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/6/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86229 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004150 The name of the business: The Reverse Mortgage Group Located at: 3478 Buskirk Ave #1000 In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Beth Miller-Rowe This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on An Individual. Signature of registrant: Beth MillerRowe. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 8, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/7/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86255 Publish dates: July 30, August 8, 13, 20, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004189 The name of the business: Sign Dreamers East County Ca Located at: 657 Big Bear Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sign Dreamers East County Ca LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/29/2021. Signature of registrant: Pamela Seto, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/8/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86355 Publish dates: August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004198 The name of the business: Accuracy International Translation & Interpreting Located at: 3066 Naranja Drive In: Walnut Creek, CA 94598, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bryan B.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004236 The name of the business: Pittsburg Tires And Wheels Located at: 2145 Railroad Ave In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner: Pittsburg Tires Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/5/2021. Signature of registrant: Muhammad Rashid (CEO Chief Executive Officer). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 13, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/12/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86257 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004287 The name of the business: Rise Group Motors Located at: 1251 California Ave, Ste 300 In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner: Rise Group Motors Corp. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/17/2021. Signature of registrant: Thai Pham - CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 14, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/13/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86312 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004316 The name of the business: ONN CAPITAL GROUP Located at: 2636 Presidio Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Emmanuel Oblena. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/8/2021. Signature of registrant: Emmanuel Oblena-CoOwner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/14/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86253 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004351 The name of the business: Change The World United Located at: 1450 Creekside Dr In: Walnut, CA 94596, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Johnathan Hill 2. Thajay Razo. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Johnathan Hill. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/15/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86251 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2021.

hereby registered by the following owner(s): California Boat Company, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Darrell C. Lamanna, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/22/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86291 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021.

Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: GAR TOMPKINS-CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 3, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/2/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86392 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021.

business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Vilma Carrera - CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/8/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86371 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004483 The name of the business: California Boat Co. Located at: 5901 Marina Road, Suite 13-14 In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): California Boat Company, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Darrell C Lamanna, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/22/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86292 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004360 The name of the business: Bootin the Gluten Located at: 7313 Bay Harbor Way In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Brittany Campiotti. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/12/2021. Signature of registrant: Brittany Campiotti. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/15/2026 BrentFICTITIOUS BUSINESS wood Press No. 02-1273 86260 NAME STATEMENT Publish dates: July 30, August 6, File No. F-2021-0004524 The 13, 20, 2021. name of the business: Brentwood Embroidery and SewFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing, Inc. Located at: 410 Beatrice NAME STATEMENT Ct. # E In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is File No. F-2021-0004388 The hereby registered by the following name of the business: Boujee owner: Brentwood Embroidery Baskets & Beyond Located at: and Sewing, Inc. This business 2063 Main Street, #432 In: Oakley, is conducted by: A Corporation, CA 94561, is hereby registered State of Incorporation: California. by the following owner: Rhonda The registrant commenced to Taylor. This business is conducted transact business under the fictiby: An Individual. The registrant tious business name or names commenced to transact business listed above on 1/1/2005. Signaunder the fictitious business name ture of registrant: Michael Clemor names listed above on N/A. ent - President. This statement Signature of registrant: Rhonda was filed with the County Clerk Taylor Owner. This statement was of Contra Costa County on: July filed with the County Clerk of Con- 27, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires tra Costa County on: July 20, 2021 7/26/2026 Brentwood Press No. by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/19/2026 02-1273 86275 Publish dates: Oakley Press No. 03-0477 86333 August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021. Publish dates: August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-2021-0004635 The NAME STATEMENT name of the business: Diaz FloorFile No. F-2021-0004434 The ing Located at: 278 Wildberry name of the business: My Arti- Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is san Self Located at: 601 Gracie hereby registered by the following Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is owner: Manuel Diaz Coronado. hereby registered by the following This business is conducted by: An owner: My Artisan Self LLC. This Individual. The registrant combusiness is conducted by: A Limit- menced to transact business uned Liability Company, State of LLC: der the fictitious business name or CA. The registrant commenced to names listed above on 8/1/2021. transact business under the ficti- Signature of registrant: Manuel tious business name or names A. Diaz Coronado. This statement listed above on N/A. Signature was filed with the County Clerk of registrant: Michelle Mathat, of Contra Costa County on: August President/Officer. This statement 2, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires was filed with the County Clerk 8/1/2026 Brentwood Press No. of Contra Costa County on: July 02-1273 86383 Publish dates: 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 7/20/2026 Brentwood Press No. 2021. 02-1273 86294 Publish dates: August 6, 13, 20, 21, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-2021-0004643 The NAME STATEMENT name of the business: A&A AUTO File No. F-2021-0004482 The PARTS SALES AND SERVICE name of the business: Califor- Located at: 6240 Brentwood nia Boat Company Located at: Blvd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is 5901 Marina Road, Suite 13-14 hereby registered by the followIn: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is ing owner(s): Tompkins & Sons,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004780 The name of the business(es): BDCI Public Adjusters Located at: 1261 Locust St # 12 In: Walnut Creek, CA 94596, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gregory McLendon. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/9/2019. Signature of registrant: McLendon, Gregory. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/8/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86385 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004728 The name of the business(es): Studio Six Staging LLC Located at: 1145 2nd Street, Ste A #314 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Studio Six Staging LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/5/21. Signature of registrant: Tuutanga Taai. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 5, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/4/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 NAME STATEMENT 86384 Publish dates: August 20, File No. F-2021-0004853 The 27, September 3, 10, 2021. name of the business: J and P Handyman Service Located at: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1790 Premier Pl Apt A In: Concord, NAME STATEMENT CA 94520, is hereby registered by File No. F-2021-0004733 The the following owner(s): Jose L. name of the business(es): In The Gorgonio Palacios. This business Clear Bookkeeping Located at: is conducted by: An Individual. 3000 Bragdon Way In: Clayton, The registrant commenced to CA 94517, is hereby registered by transact business under the fictithe following owner(s): Kathryn tious business name or names Danielle Stewart. This business is listed above on N/A. Signature conducted by: An Individual. The of registrant: Jose Luis Gorgonio registrant commenced to transact Palacios. This statement was filed business under the fictitious busi- with the County Clerk of Contra ness name or names listed above Costa County on: August 12, 2021 on 8/17/2020. Signature of reg- by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/11/2026 istrant: Kathryn Danielle Stewart Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 - Owner. This statement was filed 86390 Publish dates: August 20, with the County Clerk of Contra 27, September 3, 10, 2021. Costa County on: August 5, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/4/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 NAME STATEMENT 86375 Publish dates: August 20, File No. F-2021-0004880 The 27, September 3, 10, 2021. name of the business: LoLo’s Kitchen Located at: 1218 IronFICTITIOUS BUSINESS wood Dr. In: Brentwood, CA NAME STATEMENT 94513, is hereby registered by File No. F-2021-0004748 The the following owner(s): Angelo name of the business: 1. Prime Calip Sr. This business is conducted Perf 2. Prime Imports 3. Bass by: An Individual. The registrant Forest Located at: 1800 Golden commenced to transact business Bay # 100 In: San Ramon, CA under the fictitious business name 94513, is hereby registered by or names listed above on N/A. Sigthe following owner(s): Matthew nature of registrant: Angelo Calip Manley. This business is conducted Sr. This statement was filed with by: An Individual. The registrant the County Clerk of Contra Costa commenced to transact business County on: August 13, 2021 by under the fictitious business name Deputy Clerk Expires 8/12/2026 or names listed above on N/A. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Signature of registrant: Matthew 86381 Publish dates: August 20, Manley. This statement was filed 27, September 3, 10, 2021. with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 6, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/5/2026 NAME STATEMENT Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 File No. F-2021-0004885 The 86387 Publish dates: August 20, name of the business: RBC Con27, September 3, 10, 2021. sulting Located at: 2389 Boulder St In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS hereby registered by the following NAME STATEMENT owner: Blair Gach. This business is File No. F-2021-0004774 The conducted by: An Individual. The name of the business: STAR- registrant commenced to transact BREAD-PITTSBURG Located business under the fictitious busiat: 2931 Harbor St, Suite J In: ness name or names listed above Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby on 8/16/2021. Signature of regisregistered by the following owner: trant: Blair Gach. This statement Five Star Bakery Inc. This business was filed with the County Clerk is conducted by: A Corporation, of Contra Costa County on: August State of Incorporation: CA. The 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires registrant commenced to transact 8/15/2026 Brentwood Press No.

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02-1273 86372 Publish dates: ORDERS that all persons interested August 20, 27, September 3, 10, in this matter shall appear before 2021. this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the petition for change of name NAME STATEMENT should not be granted. Any person File No. F-2021-0004908 The objecting to the name changes name of the business(es): Kitch- described above must file a writen Beast Mobile Eats LLC Locat- ten objection that includes the ed at: 1431 Arlington Way In: CA, reasons for the objection at least 94513, is hereby registered by the two court days before the matter following owner(s): Kitchen Beast is scheduled to be heard and must Mobile Eats LLC. This business is appear at the hearing to show conducted by: A Limited Liability cause why the petition should Company, State of Organization: not be granted. If no written obCA. The registrant commenced to jection is timely filed, the court transact business under the ficti- may grant the petition without a tious business name or names hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING listed above on N/A. Signature a. Date: 9/28/2021 Time: 9:00 of registrant: Maria Avitabile. a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of This statement was filed with the court is same as noted above. the County Clerk of Contra Costa 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show County on: August 17, 2021 by Cause shall be published at least Deputy Clerk Expires 8/16/2026 once each week for four succesBrentwood Press No. 02-1273 sive weeks prior to the date set 86391 Publish dates: August 20, for hearing on the petition in the 27, September 3, 10, 2021. following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Brentwood Press FOR CHANGE OF NAME Date: 7/29/2021 Judge of the PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Superior Court Brentwood Press John Robert Clifford Jr SU- No. 02-1273 86345 Publish Dates: PERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, August 13, 20, 27, September 3, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 2021. Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: John Robert Clifford ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Jr CASE NUMBER: N21-1407 FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: ToPetitioner John Robert Clifford Jr koina Jackson SUPERIOR COURT filed a petition with this court for OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF a decree changing names as fol- CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street lows: Present Name: a. John Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Robert Clifford Jr b. AKA John Tokoina Jackson CASE NUMBER: Robert Clifford c. AKA John N21-1334 TO ALL INTERESTED Keoni Clifford d. John R. Clif- PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tokoina ford to Proposed Name: John Jackson filed a petition with this Keoni Kahapea. 2. THE COURT court for a decree changing names ORDERS that all persons interested as follows: Present Name: a. in this matter shall appear before Julian Damariay Clerk to Prothis court at the hearing indicated posed Name: Julian Damariay below to show cause, if any, why Jackson-Harris. 2. THE COURT the petition for change of name ORDERS that all persons interested should not be granted. Any person in this matter shall appear before objecting to the name changes this court at the hearing indicated described above must file a writ- below to show cause, if any, why ten objection that includes the the petition for change of name reasons for the objection at least should not be granted. Any person two court days before the matter objecting to the name changes is scheduled to be heard and must described above must file a writappear at the hearing to show ten objection that includes the cause why the petition should reasons for the objection at least not be granted. If no written ob- two court days before the matter jection is timely filed, the court is scheduled to be heard and must may grant the petition without a appear at the hearing to show hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING cause why the petition should not a. Date: 9/24/2021 Time: 9:00 be granted. If no written objection a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of is timely filed, the court may grant the court is same as noted above. the petition without a hearing. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: Cause shall be published at least 9/17/21 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: once each week for four succes- 30 b. The address of the court is sive weeks prior to the date set same as noted above. 3. a. A copy for hearing on the petition in the of this Order to Show Cause shall following newspaper of general be published at least once each circulation, printed in this county: week for four successive weeks Brentwood Press prior to the date set for hearing Date: July 21, 2021 Judge of the on the petition in the following Superior Court Brentwood Press newspaper of general circulation, No. 02-1273 86380 Publish Dates: printed in this county: BrentAugust 20, 27, September 3, 10, wood Press 2021. b. Father must be served 30 days prior to the hearing or proof of ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE determination of rights filed. FOR CHANGE OF NAME Date: July 13, 2021 Judge of the PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kim Superior Court Brentwood Press Chau Auyeung SUPERIOR COURT No. 02-1273 86348 Publish Dates: OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CON- August 13, 20, 27, September 3, TRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Mar- 2021. tinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kim Chau Auyeung CASE NUMBER: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS N21-1207 TO ALL INTERESTED NAME STATEMENT PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Kim Chau File No. F-2021-0004600 The Auyeung filed a petition with this name of the business: 1. Monsta court for a decree changing names Bear Fishing 2. Monsta Bear as follows: Present Name: a. LLC Located at: 1032 Warhol Way Kim Chau Auyeung to Pro- In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby posed Name: Johnny Kim registered by the following owner: Chau Auyeung. 2. THE COURT Monsta Bear LLC. This business is

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LEGAL NOTICES conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Kevin Rucker, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/29/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 86293 Publish dates: August 8, 13, 20, 27, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004759 The name of the business: 1. WILD CHILDZ 2. WILD CHILDZ PRESENTS Located at: 3053 Frandoras Cir In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Dianna Pulver. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Dianna Pulver. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/8/2026 Oakley Press No. 021273 86388 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0004890 The name of the business(es): Made Cosmetics LLC Located at: 181 Monet Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): MADE COSMETICS LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Patricia Barreda-LoPiano, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/15/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 86393 Publish dates: August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2021.

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to surrender a recreational boat to DBW at no cost, while the Abandoned Watercraft Abatement Fund (AWAF) provides grants to agencies that are tasked with removing abandoned boats. In Contra Costa County, that responsibility falls on the sheriff’s office. Frazier began his campaign to remove abandoned commercial vessels from the Delta in 2016 when he worked with the California Sheriffs’ Association to introduce Assembly Bill (AB) 2092. The bill would have allocated some portion of AWAF funding toward the removal of commercial vessels. But resistance led by the Recreational Boaters of California – who argued that the cost of removing only a few commercial vessels could wipe out the fund – led to the bill stalling, and it never moved forward. In 2018, Frazier introduced AB 2441. It directed the California State Lands Commission (SLC) to complete three tasks: develop a plan for the removal of abandoned commercial vessels in the Delta, prioritize the removal of these vessels according to the risk that each boat represents to the sur-

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rounding environment and to the health and safety of the public and implement the plan when funds are made available to the SLC. AB 2441 did not include a mechanism to fund the removal of abandoned vessels. It was signed into law, and in July 2019 the SLC delivered the report required by the legislation. The report identified 55 abandoned commercial vessels in the five counties that make up the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Region. A 2017 survey of the Delta completed by the Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) identified 14 abandoned or derelict commercial vessels in Contra Costa County. At the time, OSPR estimated that two vessels are added to that inventory every year. “Now that the legislature appropriated the $12 million, we are going back and reviewing our work plan from 2019, and then we’re adapting that into an implementation plan to spend the $12 million,” said Sheri Pemberton, SLC chief of external affairs and legislative liaison. “We’ll go to our commission in October when the commission meets, and we’ll have a staff report that will explain what that implementation plan includes and the actual implementation plan.” Figuring out how far the budget allocation will go toward reducing the problem of abandoned vessels in the Delta is not a

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month after five years as the district’s superintendent and more than 30 years in education. “While we are very excited about our future, I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge the extraordinary leadership Mr. Hetrick has provided to OUESD and our entire community over his tenure; and especially during this unprecedented time,” Fuller said. “His dedication to OUESD, the educators and the children we serve is unmatched. He will be greatly missed.”

virus from one to another.” The health orders come as Contra Costa County is experiencing a dramatic increase in the number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients, according to a press release issued by Contra Costa Health Services. Between July 11 and Aug. 11, the county had 188 residents hospitalized — a 400% increase — with more than 80% of hospitalized patients being unvaccinated. More information about COVID-19, as well as Contra Costa Health Services updates and vaccination information, can be found online at www.coronavirus.cchealth.org.

straightforward endeavor. The OSPR used an estimate of $600,000 per vessel removed when it suggested that the total cost to clear abandoned commercial vessels from the Delta would run close to $31 million. The report completed by the SCL in 2019 estimated $200,000 per vessel. Costs can vary widely depending on a variety of factors including the size of the vessel, its location, whether or not it is afloat and the degree to which toxic materials are present. “There are a lot of cost factors to consider,” said Steve Hampton, Ph.D., assistant deputy administrator with OSPR in a 2018 interview with The Press. “Generally a vessel that’s under 40 feet can be put on a trailer and taken to the landfill. Once the vessel sinks or once the vessel is over 40 feet, it needs to be disassembled to get it out. You start adding zeros, lots of zeros, [to the cost].” While public funds are used to remove abandoned vessels, they are nearly always privately owned. “The owner is typically responsible,” Pemberton said. “In a lot of instances, when boats are abandoned we can’t locate the owner. In some instances, the owners are deceased. We don’t always have a way to track the owner, and when we can track the owner we don’t always have a way to compel them to pay for the cost of remediating and removing the vessel.”

Thomas Cullen, OSPR administrator, said that issues with abandoned vessels is a problem across the state. Buyers, he explained, often purchase commercial vessels at auction for as little as a dollar with dreams of opening an Airbnb or a restaurant. The complexities and challenges of dealing with hazardous materials and expensive insurance soon set in, and eventually the vessel is abandoned. “Hopefully the Frazier bill will be a springboard that allows us to get more visibility in the legislature to these situations and have us enact something through statute that will require many things – insurance, inspections, hull surveys prior to sale,” he said. “As progressive as California is in protecting the environment and species that rely on the environment, we lag a lot of other states in this area.” After years of effort to secure funding for this initiative, Frazier expressed relief after the budget measure was approved. “When the budget came down, and the governor signed it, I thought, ‘Oh my gosh, we’ve done it,’” said Frazier during an interview with The Press. “As part of the Delta Protection Commission, I feel really good about being able to be part of that ‘protecting the Delta’ mantra.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net

For the past three years, Palmquist served as assistant superintendent of secondary education at the Lodi Unified School District. In that capacity, Palmquist was involved with creating innovative programs for high school students and oversaw the district’s middle school, high school and alternative school programs, as well as the district’s child welfare and attendance department. In addition, Palmquist has served as an adjunct professor at Teachers College

of San Joaquin. Palmquist is a native of the Delta region, specifically the Lodi/Stockton area. He is a graduate of the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he received his bachelor’s degree, and earned his master’s degree in education from National University. Palmquist also holds a teaching credential from the University of the Pacific and is a Doctor of Education candidate at the University of Wyoming. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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A case of grand theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. $10,000 worth of items were taken. BRENTWOOD, August 10, 5:17 p.m. The following is a selection of recent law enforcement activity.

ANTIOCH August 10, 8:56 a.m. A health and safety violation that resulted in narcotics violations was reported at W 18th Street and L Street. August 10, 12:25 p.m. A missing adult was reported on E 18th Street and Hargrove Street. August 10, 2:44 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported at Baywood Circle and Sunwood Court. August 10, 3:03 p.m. A case of assault was reported at Carpinteria Drive and Molera Court. August 10, 3:25 p.m. A fire was reported at San Jose Drive and Delta Fair Boulevard. August 10, 3:59 p.m. A traffic accident with injury was reported at Prewett Ranch Drive and Deer Valley Road. August 10, 5:36 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported at Lone Tree Way and Jeffery Way. August 10, 6:12 p.m. A case of burglary was reported at E 18th Street and Crestwood Drive. August 10, 6:46 p.m. A case of assault was reported at Lone Tree Way and Ridgerock Drive. August 10, 9:06 p.m. A fight that resulted in assault was reported at Wexler Peak Way and Shavano Peak Court. August 10, 10:03 p.m. A case of arson was reported at Linden Way and Spanos Street. August 10, 11:13 p.m. A case of auto theft was reported at E 18th Street and A Street. August 11, 5:46 a.m. A case of possible shots heard that resulted in aggravated assault was reported at Lone Tree Way and Robert Street. August 11, 8:21 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported at Lone Tree Way and Indian Hill Drive. August 11, 11:51 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported at Marina Plaza and L Street. August 11, 12:06 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported at Fairview Drive and Hudson Court. August 11. 1:27 p.m. A case of commercial vandalism was reported at A Street and E 8th Street. August 11, 3:06 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported at A Street and W 6th Street. August 11, 3:45 p.m. A physical dispute that resulted in assault was reported at Cavallo Road and Gary Avenue. August 11, 4:25 p.m. A case of petty theft that resulted in a warrant arrest was reported at E 18th Street at A Street. August 11, 6:43 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported at L Street and W 3rd Street. August 11, 7:28 p.m. A case of armed robbery was reported at E 18th Street and Amber Drive.

August 11, 7:46 p.m. A case of assault was reported at E Madill Street and Beasley Avenue. August 11, 9:51 p.m. A case of shots fired that resulted in weapons violations was reported at Sycamore Drive and Mandarin Way.

BRENTWOOD August 7, 12:55 a.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported on Continente Avenue. August 7, 6:26 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Spanish Bay Drive. August 7, 11:06 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. Approximately $3000-$5000 was taken. August 7, 12:49 p.m. A harassment complaint was filed on Grovewood Loop. August 7, 4:05 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. Approximately $200 worth was taken. August 7, 10:34 p.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported at John Muir Parkway and Balfour Road. It involved two vehicles and one was tboned. August 7, 10:39 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. August 8, 8:51 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported on Tarragon Drive. August 8, 2:48 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Cortona Way. August 8, 5:38 p.m. A missing adult was reported on Sherwood Drive. August 8, 5:44 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. August 8, 7:50 p.m. A physical fight was reported on Boltzen Court. August 8, 8:30 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. August 9, 8:57 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. A person broke into the unit they were previously evicted from. August 9, 9:48 a.m. A suspicious person was reported on Ascot Court.. Two subjects started to steal an item off their neighbors porch but put it back when they saw the reporter. August 9, 10:05 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Harvest Park Drive. August 9, 10:09 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on Sand Creek Road. August 9, 12:25 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. Over $2500 worth was stolen. August 9, 2:05 p.m. A traffic accident with major injuries was reported at Balfour Road and Summerset Drive. Four vehicles were involved and airbags were deployed. August 9, 4:13 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Sycamore Avenue. August 9, 7:24 p.m. A case of vehicle burglar was reported on Sand Creek Road. August 10, 1:37 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Walnut Boulevard. August 10, 3:59 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Sage Court.

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