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Attempted murder charge sought in stabbing Brentwood cop attacked by teen at City Park

Brentwood police investigate the scene by City Park where an officer was stabbed by a teen.

By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

Brentwood police are seeking attempted murder charges against a teen who Brentwood police said stabbed one of their officers last week at City Park, according to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office. Meanwhile, the police officer is recovering at home now after being hospitalized with a wound to his neck. The officer, whose identity has not been released, was stabbed by a 16-year-old boy shortly before 6 p.m. on Oct. 11. According to Brentwood police, the officer

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who was stabbed was responding to a call regarding a person at the park armed with a kitchen knife. When he tried to approach the person, the suspect turned around and stabbed him in the neck with the knife, yelling and cursing at him afterward. The officer’s partner drew her weapon at the teen, ordering him to drop the knife. Meanwhile,

a passerby came in and tackled the suspect, helping the police detain him. The unidentified officer was then rushed to a nearby hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The teen, whose identity has also not been released by Brentwood police, remains in custody at Juvenile Hall.

“We generally do not comment on juveniles,” said Ted Asregadoo, public information officer for the DA’s office, in an email. “There may be court rules that prohibit us from disclosing information related to family court when a juvenile is involved.” Some witnesses who were at the scene say that the suspect is a student from Liberty High School and that he was walking away from an altercation with another juvenile when police arrived. “Some kid and some other kid had a beef,” said one Liberty student, who witnessed what happened. “And one kid brought a knife to the fight. He ran up and tried to press the kid and some cop came up behind him and tried to tackle him,” Another witness, a Liberty senior, also see Stabbing page 18A

Coaches reflect on Knightsen Elementary School District is going solar changing methods By Sean Tongson By Melissa van Ruiten

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After nearly three years of delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Knightsen Elementary School District is finishing the installation of solar panels at their two school sites. “This project has been on the books since December 2020, just prior to the pandemic,” said district Superintendent Harvey Yurkovich. “As with everything else at that time, this project stopped completely due to COVID. Getting steel shipped internationally as well as getting solar panels and components became very difficult afterwards, because of the supply chain shortages. These factors alone have caused the greatest delays in this project

Heritage High School football coach Dave Fogelstrom sees his coaching job as an extension of his teaching profession. Seeing himself as a “teacher” on the football field with a different curriculum, Fogelstrom considers games on Friday night as “an open exam” his students have to take in front of 1,000 or more people. “I have to prepare them for that test,” said Fogelstrom. “Whether I am teaching a student how to write an essay on Shakespeare, or how to attack a Cover 2 coverage, the thinking and sequential task process is the same. It’s about setting a standard and then teaching to that standard.” A coaching veteran with 30 years of experience, Fogelstrom says that while his own coaching

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Solar arrays are in the process of being installed at Knightsen Elementary School. Superintendent Harvey Yurkovich says the solar panels, which will be at both district school locations, will help save money and reduce the district’s carbon footprint. being able to move forward.” Yurkovich is excited for the benefits the solar will provide the district, and California as a whole. By taking Knightsen Elementary and Old River Schools off an al-

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Local rescue to host dog-friendly event By Jake Menez Staff Writer

Oktoberfest has gone to the dogs thanks to Brentwood’s Pawstoberfest being put on by Ruff Day Rescue on Oct. 28. The free event will be at Veterans Park at 3841 Balfour Road from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. with events throughout the day including live music, adoption events and a K-9 demonstration by Contra Costa Sheriff Officer Kevin White and his partner Rocco, a Belgian Malinois. Event-goers are encouraged to bring their dogs along to enjoy the festivities. “We are very excited to bring the community and their dogs together for our inaugural Pawstoberfest,” Ruff Day Rescue founder Christina Johnson said of the event. “We expect a fantastic turnout and attendees can look forward to a pet costume contest with prizes, special guests, vendors, a beer garden and dog park! We cannot continue to save so many lives without the community’s support so please join us for this fun and life changing event!” All donations and proceeds will support Ruff Day Rescue’s ongoing rescue operations for homeless, abused, and/or abandoned dogs in the East Bay, according to their website. Last year alone, the rescue saved more than 250 dogs. According to organizers, here is what eventgoers can expect: 11 a.m. -- The K-9 presentation with an overview of what a day on the job looks like for him

and Rocco as well as a demonstration of a situation in which a K-9 officer would be instructed to bite. Noon – A special appearance at noon by Gorilla Rilla, an official mascot of the Las Vegas Raiders, Black Hole. Although the gorilla has gained national recognition through features in ESPN The Magazine and a web series on the NFL website, the alter ego under the mask is Mark Acasio, a Brentwood resident. 1 p.m. – A parade for dogs who come to the event dressed to the nines. Owners are encouraged to bring their four-legged friends in their best costume to participate in the parade. 2 p.m. – Local band Dawglips will perform till 5 p.m. The Brentwood-based band has previously played other recent local events, such as the Brentwood Craft Brew Festival back in September. Other activities In addition to these scheduled events, there will be other attractions throughout the day, such as a beer garden hosted by Four Legs Brewing and Brentwood Craft Beer and Cider as well as a puppy pen and dog park to keep pets entertained. There will also be an onsite adoption event for those looking to add a new companion to their lives. Food trucks will be at the event, according to organizers, some of which will have dogfriendly treats. For more information or to volunteer at the event, call Chris at 408-892-6869 or go to www. ruffdayrescue.org/events

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A musical competition The Liberty Lions Marching Band hosted their first band review competition on Oct. 14. The Liberty football stadium was packed with marching bands from five schools, with some bands from as far as Woodside, and they were not afraid to put on a great show. “ I was so impressed,” said Lindsay Kellogg, Director of Bands. “This is one of the early shows and competitions of the season, and the scores were pretty high for the first round and the performances were really high quality and everybody did a great job.” Friends and family filled the stadium seats as each school performed amazing music one band after another. As the show came to a close, California High School in San Ramon took first place. To view a video of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia. To view more photos of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows

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Doctor, groups support breast cancer patients By Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

One in 8 American women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives, according to the American Cancer Society. With a range of available treatments, how each woman handles that diagnosis – and the attendant side effects – can look different. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, Dr. Mary Cardoza, a general surgeon with a special interest in breast disease and founding partner of Bass Medical Group, told The Press about how women are fighting breast cancer, and what they are choosing to do after the often-debilitating treatment associated with it. Cardoza said that while breast cancer can be hereditary – with either parent able to pass on a gene considered a marker for cancer – it’s usually sporadic. “Ninety percent of women who get breast cancer don’t have that gene,” she said. “Only 10% of women who get it, do. People with a strong family history can qualify for

genetic testing, just based on family members. For women who get breast cancer, we always check to see if they qualify for genetic testing because that influences surgical planning and patient options.” Once the diagnosis is made, a team of physicians, oncologists and specialists create a plan that involves radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, or a combination of those. Afterwards, some women choose to keep their breast tissue, or make the decision to undergo breast removal or mastectomy. In the Bay Area, Cardoza said most don’t opt for the mastectomy. “Ninety percent of women in the U.S. who get diagnosed with breast cancer probably do not need a mastectomy,” she said. In the Bay Area, the number of women who select breast conservation is about 70%, maybe as high as 80%.” For those who do choose a mastectomy, reconstructive surgery can be done by a plastic surgeon in the same operation. Cardoza warned there are psychological impacts to a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, as well as the increased risks associated with lon-

ger surgery, high anesthesia, and more blood loss. She noted no method is foolproof. “The chance of recurrence is never 0%, because we can’t remove all the cells,” she said. She said patients should be aware that any insurance company in California covers cancer removal and breast conservation. There are state and county programs for uninsured women to get treatment and mammograms. “There’s really no reason not to get a mammogram,” she said. “The mammograms can be done and the treatment can get covered.” She also said support groups for women with cancer diagnoses and those going through treatment are plentiful and important. East County is home to its own cancer support group, Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection. The all-volunteer group was meant to fill a need so locals wouldn’t have to travel to Walnut Creek or the Tri-Valley to get support services. One such local was Carolyn George, who received a Basket of Hope – gifts of socks, goodies and other small things to help during her treatment

– from Kaleidoscope during her first battle with cancer. George now hosts Coffee with Carolyn, a monthly meeting of women to offer support for those fighting cancer. Carolyn’s husband, Tony George, also volunteers with Kaleidoscope, serving as the nonprofit’s executive director. He said Kaleidoscope offers patients the connection and feeling of community they need when facing the trials of life with cancer. “Here they can share their stories and experiences and help each other get through it,” said Tony, noting side effects of cancer treatments like hair loss, can take a toll. “That’s where Carolyn was able to help other women get through it, like having her first round of chemo and losing her hair. Society places such a high value on beauty and women immediately feel that as they go through their journeys, and there’s an impact on them physically and mentally.” For more information on Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection, call 925-237-1614, visit www.kaleidoscopehope.org or email info@ kaleidoscopehope.org.

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John McNair, chief operating officer of JC Golf, gathered with chamber and city officials, residents and golfers at Shadow Lakes Golf Club on Oct. 17 to celebrate the course’s ribbon cutting and grand reopening.

18 holes now open at Shadow Lakes Golf Club By Jake Menez Staff Writer

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Shadow Lakes Golf Club on Oct. 17 to celebrate the reopening of the 18-hole course at 401 W. Country Club Dr. in Brentwood. The newly-renovated course also features a practice putting green, driving range with 30 bays and an event center. They are taking inquiries and reservations now for weddings, catered events and golf tournaments, according to their website. “The general feedback we’ve gotten from both golfers and non-golfers has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Tony Zeimet, a director at JC Golf, a golf management company that owns several courses including Shadow Lakes. “We’re just excited that the whole community backed this project.”

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LMC seeks health advisory County transportation panel seeks new advisory committee applicants The Los Medanos Health Advisory committee member

Committee was established by the Board of Supervisors in July 2018 as part of the plan to dissolve the Los Medanos Community Healthcare District, increasing funding available for healthcare programming in the Pittsburg/Bay Point areas. The committee’s task is to develop an area health plan to determine specific health needs of the community, identify priorities to address those needs, and facilitate a request for proposals process to make funding recommendations for health programs to the Board of Supervisors. The Committee includes representatives from the local community and medical practitioners, so they can collaborate. The county is recruiting volunteers to fill one vacancy in the “At Large” seat for the three-year term of Jan. 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2026. The Board of Supervisors will make the appointment following a screening process conducted by the Board’s Internal Operations Committee. Residents and those who work in the district, which is primarily the Pittsburg/Bay Point area, are welcome to apply. This is a volunteer appointment; no stipends or reimbursements are authorized for this committee. Application forms can be obtained from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by calling (925) 655-2000 or the application can be completed on the County website at https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/3418. Applications should be returned to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, County Administration Building, 1025 Escobar St., Martinez, CA 94553 no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17. Applicants should plan to be available for public interviews to be conducted virtually via Zoom on Thursday, Dec. 14. More information about the Los Medanos Health Advisory Committee can be found in the authorizing resolution, available at http://64.166.146.245/docs/2018/ BOS/20180710_1118/34028_Resolution%202018-436%20Final.pdf or by contacting committee staff, Ernesto De La Torre, at ernesto.delatorre@cchealth.org.

Contra Costa County is seeking an individual to serve on the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) as Public Representative on behalf of the County. The individual will serve a four-year term as a volunteer. The individual selected for this position must: • Live in the unincorporated area of the county • Attend virtual committee meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. • Review agenda packets and develop input on agenda items beforehand. The CCTA CAC reviews transportation programs and plans throughout the county, with the objective of advising and providing recommendations to the CCTA Board of Directors. This includes transportation projects and programs funded by the county half-cent transportation sales tax, which CCTA oversees. CCTA maintains the advisory panel to provide citizen perspective, participation, and involvement in the Measure J-funded and voter-approved Transportation Expenditure Plan and Growth Management Program. Panel members have an opportunity to learn about and influence transportation and growth issues within Contra Costa County and in other jurisdictions through scheduled presentations by transportation experts, advocates, and CCTA staff. Application forms are available from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors or by calling (925) 655-2000. Submit completed applications to the Department of Conservation & Development, 30 Muir Road, Martinez, CA 94553 (Attn: Robert Sarmiento) or email transportation@dcd.cccounty.us with “CCTA CAC County Representative Application” in the subject line by Nov. 30.

Parents, kids can talk about National Teen Driver Safety Week Oct. 15-21 is National Teen Driver Safety Week, a time for California parents to talk to their teenagers about safe driving, including the importance of driving sober.

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The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), also remind all young drivers to focus on the road to help increase safety for everyone. The greatest dangers for teen drivers are alcohol consumption, not wearing a seat belt, distracted driving, speeding, and driving with passengers in the vehicle. For National Teen Driver Safety Week, parents are encouraged to talk with their teens about the rules they need to follow to stay safe. According to the California Highway Patrol: • Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death among teens 16-19 years old. • A teen driver was determined to be at fault in 66 percent of those crashes. “ABC encourages parents to talk to their children about the dangers of driving impaired,” said ABC Director Joseph McCullough. “Underage drinking causes a disproportionate amount of drunk driving deaths every year.” According to the NHTSA, 2,116 young drivers died in traffic crashes in 2021, an 11 percent increase from 2020. Parents can be the biggest influencers on teens’ driving habits if they take the time to talk with their teens about some of the biggest driving risks. To help reduce risks for teen drivers, follow these basic rules: 1. Impaired driving: All teens are too young to legally buy, possess, or consume alcohol. However, nationally in 2021, 27 percent of young drivers involved in fatal crashes had alcohol in their system, and 84 percent of those involved exceeded a .08 percent blood alcohol content. The number of teen drivers involved in fatal crashes with alcohol in their system has nearly doubled since 2017, according to figures from NHTSA. 2. Seat belt safety: Wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest ways for teens to stay safe in a vehicle. Yet too many teens aren’t buckling up – 52% of teen passenger vehicle drivers who died in 2021 were unbuckled. 3. Distracted driving: Cellphone use while driving is not only dangerous, but it is also illegal. Distracted driving accounted for eight percent of all teen motor vehicle crashes in 2021. Drivers under 18 are not allowed

to use a phone for any reason, including hands-free. 4. Speed limits: Speeding is a critical issue for all drivers, especially for teens. In 2021, fatal crashes involving teens 15 to 20 were speeding more than any other demographic. 5. Passengers: The likelihood of teen drivers engaging in risky behavior triples when traveling with passengers.

Kaiser, unions reach tentative agreement Kaiser Permanente and the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions reached a tentative agreement for a renewed national contact on Oct. 13, ending nearly seven months of contract negotiations. The Coalition and Kaiser Permanente wish to thank Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Julie Su for her instrumental involvement in bringing negotiations to a close. The tentative agreement now goes to the more than 85,000 Kaiser Permanente employees who are represented by Coalition unions for ratification. The ratification process began October 18. Once ratified, the agreement will have an effective date of October 1, 2023. The new four-year agreement will offer Coalition-represented employees competitive wages, excellent benefits, generous retirement income plans, and valuable job training opportunities that support their economic well-being. The tentative agreement: • Establishes new minimum wages over three years for Coalition-represented employees, that will reach $25 per hour in California and $23 per hour in other states where Kaiser Permanente operates • Provides guaranteed across-the-board wage increases totaling 21% over four years • Enhances employees’ Performance Sharing Plan with minimum payout opportunities and a substantial maximum payout opportunity • Increases investments in professional development and job training, and includes other initiatives to help address the staffing crisis in health care.

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Owners Beatrice & Derrick Shelton and staff cut the ribbon with Mayor Joel Bryant, Chamber President Denise Duran and Theresa Anderson with Assembly Grayson’s office.

Local couple opens healthcare clinic American Family Care (AFC) has opened its newest location with a Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 2455 Sand Creek in The Streets of Brentwood. “Brentwood has become a popular destination for people living in the Bay Area,” says Derrick Shelton, independent owner and operator of AFC Brentwood. “They enjoy the ‘small town’ feel but still desire the amenities and options that a big city offers. Like, high-quality healthcare. My wife and I recognized this, and that’s why we decided to open this facility

in Brentwood.” Poornima Goyal, M.D. and her team will offer medical services such as sports physicals and COVID-19 testing, as well as flu vaccinations, pediatric urgent care, on-site lab testing and vaccinations, STD testing, digital X-ray exams and occupational health exams. AFC is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.afcurgentcare.com/ brentwood/. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

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County not happy with one national statistic October is National Pedestrian Safety Month; fatality rate beats national rate October marks Pedestrian Safety Month, an ideal time to shed light on pedestrians’ safety challenges while navigating our roads. With California’s diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, uest and outdoor comment lifestyle, the state naturally encourages walking and biking, while also facing some alarming statistics regarding pedestrian safety. According to preliminary data from the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, California’s pedestrian fatality rate is significantly higher than the national rate of 1.29 per 1000,000 with 504 pedestrians killed in crashes involving vehicles in California in 2022. That’s a nearly 10% increase over 2019. As Executive Director of Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA), I find these numbers unacceptable. During Pedestrian Safety Month, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of safeguarding our most vulnerable road users: pedestrians. Every day, hundreds

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of Contra Costa residents walk to work, school, and leisure activities, contributing to our county’s sustainability and quality of life. The first step to making the streets safer for all is through smart transportation systems and plans. CCTA, in partnership with Contra Costa County, is addressing these concerns through the Vision Zero Safety Policy and Implementation Guide. Vision Zero is a comprehensive strategy aimed at eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries while promoting safe, healthy, and equitable mobility for all. Vision Zero has become a guiding principle in our efforts to enhance pedestrian safety. The key to Vision Zero’s success lies in its data-driven approach, which identifies high-risk areas and factors contributing to pedestrian collisions. By analyzing these numbers and insights, we can implement targeted interventions that prioritize the safety of our residents. In our ongoing commitment to pedestrian safety, CCTA is also developing a Countywide Transportation Safety Action Plan. The plan will identify

Editor: I recently received an update on the repaving and paint-striping project for East Cypress Road between Picasso Drive and Machado Lane. Resurfacing had been completed on Aug. 28. However, work crews have yet to return after two months to paint a new crosswalk, bicycle lane, or traffic divider lines, leaving the fresh black surface without any permanent markings at all, for of of September (during the chaotic beginning of the school year).

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road users, reducing the risk of collisions and promoting a culture of responsible and attentive driving. When walking, it’s vital to prioritize safety by remaining alert and attentive, avoiding distractions. Whenever possible, make use of designated signalized crosswalks, as these are locations where drivers are more likely to anticipate pedestrian activity. Keep a vigilant eye out for approaching vehicles and always exercise caution when crossing streets. As we celebrate Pedestrian Safety Month, let us not only acknowledge the importance of pedestrian safety but also recognize the role of efficient transportation planning and community input in achieving this goal. By prioritizing safety, investing in infrastructure, and fostering a culture of responsible transportation, we can ensure that pedestrians can move about our beautiful county with confidence, knowing that their safety is a top priority. Tim Haile Executive Director of Contra Costa Transportation Authority

Letters to the Editor As this is a major safety concern within a school zone, I think the public would like to know that paint crews will be finally repainting the traffic lines during “the last week of October,” according to the city. Until then, driving in this area continues to be risky as there’s little indication of where the bicycle lanes are at, or where the leftturn lane for Frank Hengel Way actually begins. Parents and their students of Iron House Elementary and Delta Vista Middle School should continue to take extra precautions when using the under-indicated crosswalks in this area. A good idea for a separate article

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strategies to eliminate severe injuries and fatalities. It will consider how to improve safety for all people in the county, including people biking, driving, walking, and taking the train or bus, as well as freight transportation. This plan considers the insights and feedback received from our residents, ensuring that it reflects the real-world experiences and concerns of those who use our streets daily. Residents can use the CCTA’s map-based tool to show where safety is a concern for pedestrians, cyclists, motorists or people with disabilities. Pedestrian safety also starts with you. Drivers play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being of those on foot. Drivers can prevent death and injury by adhering to speed limits and slowing down at intersections, always being prepared to stop at marked and unmarked crosswalks, refraining from blocking crosswalks while waiting to turn, and never driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. By following these guidelines, drivers can contribute to a safer environment for pedestrians and all

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could be on why the city waited so long to finalize the contractor bids for the obviously needed second half of this repaving project, while other road resurfacing projects (such as last week’s repaving of Main Street between Teakwood Drive and Gardenia Avenue) were fully completed in back-to-back days. Rick Whicker Oakley

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to celebrate the fifth anniversary of our new Brentwood Library building. Thank you to Mayor Joel Bryant, who did a phenomenal job reading to the children at storytime, and Vice Mayor Susannah Meyer for joining the fun. We also want to thank the city of Brentwood and the Friends of the Brentwood Library for their support. The photos the Press published online and in print were beautiful. Melissa van Ruiten did a fantastic job capturing the joy and excitement of the event. Andrea Freyler Senior Community Library Manager

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OAKLEY October 1, 9:15 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 200 block of 2nd St. October 1, 11:37 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Bethel Island Road. October 1, 2:06 p.m. An accident with property damage was reported at Main and 4th St. October 1, 3:41 p.m. A warrant arrest was made at Black Bear Diner on Main St. October 1, 4:18 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported at Simoni Ranch Road and Main St. October 2, 2:13 a.m. A suspicious circumstance was reported on Neroly Road and Empire Ave. October 2, 4:55 a.m. A warrant arrest was made on the 4500 block of Hagar Lane. October 2, 8:32 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported at the Chevron on Main St. and Bridgehead Road. October 2, 8:55 a.m. An accident with property damage was reported at the Oakley Police Department. October 2, 1:31 p.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported on the 4500 block of Wilbur Ave. October 2, 1:46 p.m. Violation of a custody order was reported at the Oakley Police Department. October 2, 3:01 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported at Delta Vista Middle School. October 2, 6:38 p.m. An accident with property damage was reported on Empire Ave. and West Cypress Place. October 2, 8:24 p.m. A vehicle theft was reported on the 4000 block of Wilbur Ave. October 2, 10:54 p.m. A felony hit and run was reported. October 3, 12:36 a.m. An assault with a deadly weapon was reported on the 5500 block of Daffodil Drive. October 3, 7:07 a.m. Violation of a custody order was reported on the 800 block of Darigold Way. October 3, 8:27 a.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported on the 400 block of Malicoat Ave. October 3, 3:00 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported at Jack in the Box on Main St. October 3, 6:06 p.m. A case of battery was reported on the 3600 block of Frank Hengel Way. October 3, 6:51 p.m. A case of someone shooting at an occupied dwelling was reported on the 500 block of Lake Park Court. October 3, 7:21 p.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported on the 4500 block of Wilbur Ave. October 4, 7:18 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 2100 block of Laurel Road. October 4, 8:00 a.m. A suspicious circumstance was reported at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Restaurant Bar & Grill. October 4, 11:32 a.m. A case of harassment was reported on the 500 block of Hacienda Drive. October 4, 12:48 p.m. A case of trespassing was reported on the 500 block of Malicoat

Ave. October 4, 6:58 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 4700 block of Snowy Egret Way. October 5, 1:07 a.m. A case of battery was reported on the 300 block of Lakespring Place. October 5, 8:15 a.m. An accident with property damage was reported on West Cypress Road and Rose Ave. October 5, 10:59 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported at Grocery Outlet on Main St. October 5, 11:59 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Quail Valley Run and Laurel Road. October 5, 1:22 p.m. A warrant arrest occurred on Marsh Creek Trail and Vintage Parkway. October 5, 1:59 p.m. An accident with property damage was reported on Wilbur Ave. and Bridgehead Road. October 5, 11:46 p.m. A case of someone shooting at an occupied dwelling was reported on the 2000 block of Springbrook Court. October 6, 5:17 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 300 Block of Bluestone Drive. October 6, 8:23 a.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported at Main St. and Brownstone Road. October 6, 11:35 a.m. A suspicious circumstance was reported on the 30 block of Fuller Court. October 6, 2:13 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on the 60 block of Narcissus Court. October 6, 2:28 p.m. A case of auto burglary was reported on the 3400 block of Main St. October 6, 3:52 p.m. A case of credit card fraud was reported. October 6, 3:54 p.m. A death from unknown causes was reported on the 1400 block of Buttons Court. October 6, 3:59 p.m. A case of someone shooting at an occupied dwelling was reported on the 1500 block of Sycamore Drive. October 6, 5:52 p.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported on Delaney Parkway and Stickney Way. October 6, 7:09 p.m. A case of indecent exposure was reported at Jack in the Box on Main St. October 6, 10:40 p.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on the 4900 block of Teakwood Drive. October 6, 11:24 p.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on the 50 block of Shadowood Place. October 6, 11:59 p.m. A case of extortion was reported on the 1000 block of Vineyard Drive. October 7, 12:50 a.m. A case of tampering with a vehicle was reported on the 100 block of Davisco Drive. October 7, 10:19 a.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on the 1200 block of Sierra Trail Road. October 7, 10:43 a.m. A case of threats being made was reported on the 3800 block of Longhorn Lane. October 7, 12:26 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 4000 block of Meadows

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BRENTWOOD October 1, 12:46 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Rampart Way. A catalytic converter was stolen. October 1, 9:00 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Fairview Ave. The front license plate was stolen from a vehicle. October 1, 9:01 a.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Gristmill Drive. The reporting party said that a former friend of their son damaged the front yard and kicked in the door the previous night. October 1, 12:17 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. Two people, one of whom is known to employees, stole four leaf blowers, totaling $1,196 October 2, 9:47 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Loring Way. The reporting party’s boyfriend’s silver, 2-door Honda Ac-

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Aug. 19, 1925 - Sept. 27, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mom, Catherine (Katie) Wood. Born Aug. 19, 1925 in Idaho to Bert and Caroline Reese. As a child she lived in several towns in Idaho, eventually moving to Pocatello, Idaho. She attended the University of Idaho where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Business. She met her future husband, William (Dean) Wood

at the University of Idaho. They moved to San Francisco after graduation where Dean attended the University of Pacific Dental School. After completion of dental school, they settled in Los Altos, later moving to Saratoga. Catherine is survived by six of her seven children: Bill (Pam), Carol, Warren (Alice), Annette, David (Julie), and Sue. She also is survived by her nine grandchildren and six great- grandchildren and her sister Helen. Daughter Tammy, grandson Travis, and son-in-law Brett preceded her in death.

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Freedom’s Kyla Powell hopes to leave volleyball legacy in her return home By Jeff Weisinger

Freedom senior Kyla Powell (4) celebrates scoring a point with her teammates during Freedom’s volleyball match against Heritage on Tuesday night in Oakley.

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Freedom High girls volleyball senior Kyla Powell wanted to go home, where everybody knows her name, where all her friends and family are. Not only did she come home for her senior year at Freedom High School, the team captain is on the verge of leading this team to a place it hasn’t been to in a long time – the NCS playoffs – and she wants this effort to be her legacy. “I want them to say that we won BVAL and that we made it to NCS,” Powell said. Powell and her family bounced between Oakley and Las Vegas, and recently moved back to Oakley last December so she can finish her high school career with her friends at Freedom. She and her family had been in Las Vegas. “My parents just said ‘Kyla, you should spend your senior year with your old friends and play volleyball,’” Powell explained of the move. Powell and her family originally moved to Vegas for a “change of scenery” from Oakley she said. She spent the first three years of her high school career at Desert Oasis High

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School in Las Vegas. In her two years on the Diamondbacks varsity volleyball team as a sophomore and junior, Powell recorded a .206 hitting percentage with a 33.4 percent kill rate. Last year, as a junior, she finished in the top 50 in the state of Nevada in hitting percentage with a .212 average and was fourth in her league in total kills with 155, according to her statistics on MaxPreps. Powell says that while she was excited to be back in Oakley, she was still a little disappointed in leaving behind what she built in Las Vegas. “Sometimes I regret that I left because I was on varsity sports since my freshman year and before I left I was told I was nominated to

be Senior Athlete of the Year – you get your face on the wall like the other senior athletes,” she said. “So I was kind of upset. I just felt like I was leaving everything that I accomplished.” She’s improved on almost every part of her game this year, establishing herself as one of Freedom’s best players. Entering Tuesday, Powell has a 37.5 percent kill rate while hitting .249 with 164 total kills – significant jumps from her junior season at Desert Oasis. Freedom head coach Elizabeth Rivas wasn’t shy to talk about how much she’s enjoyed Powell’s short time at Freedom and how impressed she was on her first day of tryouts. “All the girls want to play for KP because she is a key player and a huge asset to

the team,” Rivas said. “She is the voice of the team, she’s the leader, and making her captain from the start was a no-brainer. “The first day of practice she showed leadership, energy, and enthusiasm. It was a good tryout for the first day. The first impression was a very good one.” Powell added that earning the captain title was a goal of hers when she found out she was moving back to Oakley. “I wanted to come here, put my name on the map, and be captain of the team because I wasn’t captain at my old school,” she explained. “(Being named captain) meant everything to me. It’s really the senior year that people imagine and it’s coming true.” Even though Powell was able to spend only one year with the program, she hopes that her impact leaves a lasting impression. “It’s everything to me,” she said. “Making a mark for the school and the volleyball program and maybe people actually want to come here for volleyball now since we beat teams like Liberty and, hopefully, Heritage next. It just means everything.” To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

Heritage focused on execution entering tough matchup at ‘gold standard’ Pittsburg Patriots want to beat Pirates for the first time By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

After last Friday’s big 50-14 win over Deer Valley, the Heritage High football team may have gotten its groove back. The only problem is that this week they take on the 7-0 Pittsburg Pirates, who are coming off of two big recent wins, 54-0 at Freedom last week and 58-0 against Deer Valley the week before. “Pitt is obviously the gold standard,” Heritage head coach Dave Fogelstrom said. “They’re always athletic, and they’re always well coached. “You want to play against the best, and our kids are going to have that opportunity this week.” Heritage got themselves on the right track last Friday as junior running back Mekhi Adanandus returned to the lineup and ran for a career high 204 yards on 20 carries with a touchdown. Heritage’s 219 yards rushing as a team last week is just shy of the 252-yard total they ran for two weeks prior in the last-second loss against Antioch. Adanandus has run for more than 100 yards in each of his three starts this season. “That’s the best game he’s had this year,” Fo-

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Heritage running back Mekhi Adanandus breaks for a big run against Deer Valley in their match-up against the Wolverines last Friday night in Antioch. gelstrom said. “(When Adanandus was injured) he was a tremendous loss. Getting him back was huge.” Injuries plagued the Patriots near the midpoint of the season as the Patriots entered the bye after back-to-back tough losses. Heritage is, however, also on pace to get back running back Ilias Muhammed next week for the Patriots’ Senior Night game against Freedom. “We had two weeks to get together and get healthy and sit down and kind of analyze the film of the two really

close losses that were super disappointing for us,” Fogelstrom said. “We just felt like going into (Deer Valley) that we wanted to establish the run game, be efficient in the pass game, and in all phases – special teams, offense and defense – and take care of business.” Pittsburg brings a whole new challenge for Heritage this week. Besides it being a game at Pittsburg with a usually raucous atmosphere, the Pirates have established themselves as one of the best teams in the NCS, let alone the BVAL. Pittsburg put in their second-string shortly before halftime at Freedom, while junior quarterback Marley Alcantara threw for four touchdowns in just shy of one half of football. The Pirates’ defense barely allowed Freedom to get past, let alone near, midfield, grabbed an interception late in the first half, and knocked about 10 Falcons out of the game. While some teams have shown to be intimidated by Pittsburg and their aggressive play on both sides of the ball, Fogelstrom said that Heritage isn’t worried about his players getting caught up in the intimidation factor. “We’ve focused on ourselves going into the bye week, and we’re keeping that focus right now,” Fogelstrom said. “I’m not as worried about Pitt attempting to intimidate us, I’m more worried about us not false starting, lining up correctly. We need to execute efficiently.” Heritage has never beaten Pittsburg in school history, going 0-16 against the Pirates since both teams first started playing one another in 2007.

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Heritage flag football seniors, coaches enjoy being part of first-year team who also plays guard on Heritage’s girls basketball team, echoed her coach’s sentiment about the excitement of being on the first-year team. “It’s been amazing,” she said. “It’s a really fun experience, especially being part of the first-ever flag football program. “When I heard they were doing flag football, I just wanted to try it out.” Heritage’s roster features players who participate in other sports for the Patriots such as softball and basketball. “They’re a great group of athletes,” Banchieri said. “They’re all athletes from other sports, so you can also see how it translates differently from each sport.” The one thing that the seniors all say is that while the experience has been positive this season, the fact that they get only one year out of it is disappointing. “(Only having one year) kind of sucks,” Villamor said. “But like I said, it’s also a really good experience to be a part of. I wish I could do it again.” The Patriots travel to Freedom on Monday night for a double-header against the host Falcons and the Antioch Panthers before the final series of the season at Liberty where they will take on the cross-town rival Lions in Part 2 of the Brentwood Flag Bowl.

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Heritage flag football senior Kaleigh Haynes remembers watching her brother play quarterback for Heritage several years ago. Fast-forward to the present day in 2023 and now she’s the one doing the signal-calling and throwing the passes. “I loved watching his games and I’ve always loved watching football,” she said. “I thought it would just be really fun to kind of take after him. It means a lot especially to be the quarterback taking after my brother.” Her brother, Asher Haynes, played quarterback on Heritage’s varsity team from 2018-2020. Heritage (3-5, 3-4 BVAL) split their games against Deer Valley and Pittsburg in the first senior night for the team on Monday night. They held on to defeat the Wolverines 13-6 in the opening matchup of the night, then falling 24-6 to the Pirates in the nightcap. “This senior night was definitely a lot more energetic,” Haynes said. “All of the students were here. It was really fun, a really good experience to walk with my family and everything.” Results aside, Haynes and the other seniors took in the new program’s first Senior Night and cherished the opportunity

Heritage flag quarterback Kaleigh Haynes runs for a first down in the Patriots’ match-up against Pittsburg Monday night in Brentwood.

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to not just be a part of the first girls varsity flag football team in school history, but to also just get a chance to play football and do something new. The same can be said for the coaches. “This is probably the coolest thing I’ve ever done,” Heritage head coach Jessica Banchieri said. “It’s just been really fun to be at the ground level of something in a brand-new sport.” “My favorite part of the year so far was when we beat Liberty because my se-

nior daughter is on that team. I coached against my daughter and, while that was hard to do, we beat them and it was also the only game I’ve gotten to watch her play. So that was fun as a mom, kind of cool as a coach.” Banchieri adds that the experience this season also has her and her daughter having more football-related conversations. “She tries to get my secrets, but I won’t share them,” Banchieri said. Senior Aubrey Villamor, a receiver

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004794 The name of the business(es): 1. BETTER HOMES REALTYMANN & ASSOCIATES 2. JIM MANN INC Located at: 5065 Deer Valley Road, Suite #246 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jim Mann 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 4/28/1988. Signature of registrant: James A. Mann, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 12, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/11/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91272 Publish dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2023.

TION 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): GABRIEL RIOS, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 4/2/2021 as Instrument No. 20210099718 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 11/21/2023 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $226,824.20 The purported property address is: 106 W 15TH ST, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 067-102-031-1 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 800-280-2832 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-23961332-NJ. 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 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23961332-NJ 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004956 The name of the business(es): THE JUICE LOUNGE Located at: 5102 Furlong Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Alicia E Adams 2. Mina Wynn. 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: Alicia Adams, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 20, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/19/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91307 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004970 The name of the business(es): O&S Painting Located at: 1601 Cavallo Rd Apt A In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Octavio Becerra Tinoco. 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: Octavio Becerra Tinoco, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/20/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91227 Publish dates: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005168 The name of the business(es): Heritage Private Patrol Located at: 3436 Hillcrest Ave Suite 200 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Heritage Private Patrol 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: Michael Perry, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 3, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/2/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91382 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner, 1790 Vineyard Drive, Antioch CA 94509 to satisfy a lien on November 02, 2023 at approx. 01:00 PM at www.storagetreasures. com: Shabrya Wallace, Monique Williams, Sabrina Kary, Robert Murray, Dannan Cherry, Antoinette Martinez, Tiffany Nelson. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91439 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, 2023. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Management, LLC, 1790 Vineyard Drive, Antioch CA 94509 to satisfy a lien on November 02, 2023 at approx. 01:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com: Shabrya Wallace, Monique Williams, Sabrina Kary, Robert Murray, Dannan Cherry, Antoinette Martinez, Tiffany Nelson. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91367 Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 2023. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-23-961332-NJ Order No.: 230298300 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/26/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANA-

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respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, RM. 103, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): BRET A YAPLE 195809 BRET A. YAPLE 2701 DEL PASO ROAD SUITE 130-245 SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 95835 SUMMONS (510)275-4603 (CITACION JUDICIAL) DATE (Fecha): APRIL 14, 2023 4:34 CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): PM Clerk, by (Secretario): /S/ L. OLSEN, L23-01904 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): SERVED: You are served – as an individMONICA P FOSTER AKA ual defendant. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 MONICA PRECIOUS FOSTER 91299 Publish Dates: October 6, 13, 20, AND DOES 1 TO 10, INCLUSIVE 27, 2023. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS MERIWEST CREDIT UNION NOTICE! You NAME STATEMENT have been sued. The court may decide File No. F-2023-0004379 The name of the against you without your being heard business(es): Brentwood Acne Clinic unless you respond within 30 days. Read Located at: 80 Eagle Rock Way Suite B the information below. You have 30 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regCALENDAR DAYS after this summons istered by the following owner(s): Sarah and legal papers are served on you to file Rochelle Cunha. This business is cona written response at this court and have ducted by: An Individual. The registrant a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or commenced to transact business under phone call will not protect you. Your writ- the fictitious business name or names ten response must be in proper legal form listed above on N/A. Signature of regisif you want the court to hear your case. trant: Sarah Cunha, Individual. This stateThere may be a court form that you can ment was filed with the County Clerk use for your response. You can find these of Contra Costa County on: August 21, court forms and more information at the 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/20/2028 California Courts Online Self-Help Center Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91258 (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your Publish dates: September 29, October 6, county law library, or the courthouse 13, 20, 2023. nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver NAME STATEMENT form. If you do not file your response on File No. F-2023-0004754 The name of the time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property business(es): may be taken without further warning 1. A Perfect Impression Photography from the court. There are other legal And Video requirements. You may want to call an 2. A Perfect Impression attorney right away. If you do not know 3. A Perfect Impression Photography an attorney, you may want to call an at- & Video torney referral service. If you cannot af- 4. A Perfect Impression Photo & ford an attorney, you may be eligible for Video free legal services from a nonprofit legal 5. A Perfect Impression Photo And services program. You can locate these Video nonprofit groups at the California Legal 6. A Perfect Impression Video Services Web site (www.lawhelpcali- 7. A Perfect Impression Photo fornia.org), the California Courts Online 8. A Perfect Impression Photography Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ 9. A Perfect Impression Videography selfhelp), or by contacting your local 10. A Perfect Impression Photogracourt or county bar association. NOTE: phy & Videography The court has a statutory lien for waived Located at: 431 Collis St In: Brentwood, fees and costs on any settlement or arbi- CA 94513, is hereby registered by the tration award of $10,000 or more in a civil following owner(s): case. The court’s lien must be paid before 1. Aaron C. Texeira 2. Deborah J. Texeira. the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo This business is conducted by: A Marhan demandado. Si no responde dentro ried Couple. The registrant commenced de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su to transact business under the fictitious contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la business name or names listed above información a continuación. Tiene 30 on 2/1/2002. Signature of registrant: DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le Deborah Texeira, Party of Marriage. This entreguen esta citación y papeles legales statement was filed with the County para presentar una respuesta por escrito Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Sepen esta corte y hacer que se entregue una tember 11, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires copia al demandante. Una carta o una 9/10/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su 91315 Publish dates: October 6, 13, 20, 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. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. 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 S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-23-961332-NJ IDSPub #0188698 10/20/2023 10/27/2023 11/3/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91322 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

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appointed to fill a vacancy. An “eligible person” means a landowner or “legal representative” of a landowner. A “legal representative” is “an officer or other person appointed to serve in that capacity by a landowner.” The appointee will hold the office until the District elections in November 2027. If you are interested in being considered for appointment, please send a letter of interest to the District with your name, address, phone number, email address and a short description regarding what you consider important for the Board to know about you and your interest in being appointed. Letters of interest may be emailed (dholder@rd799. com), faxed (925.684.2399), mailed (PO Box 353, Bethel Island, CA 94511) or dropped off at the District office (6325 Bethel Island Road, Bethel Island). For further information, please contact the District office at 925-684-2398 or view www.rd799.com. Dina Holder District Secretary FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91364 NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005121 The name of the Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 2023. business(es): CURIOUS-ITY Located at: NOTICE OF LIEN SALE 629 1st Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, SELF STORAGE AUCTION is hereby registered by the following owner(s): A LA REINE LLC. This business NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underis conducted by: A Limited Liability signed intends to sell the liened personal Company, State of Organization: CA. The property described below, pursuant to registrant commenced to transact busi- the provisions of the California Code of ness under the fictitious business name Civil Procedure and the provisions of or names listed above on CA. Signature the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, of registrant: Philip Dolle, Manager. This Business and Professions Code Sections statement was filed with the County 21700 et seq. Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Sep- On the 8th day of November 2023, at tember 29, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10:00 AM, the undersigned will sell the 9/28/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 contents of liened storage units by public 91428 Publish dates: October 20, 27, No- sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored vember 3, 10, 2023. and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005149 The name of (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened the business(es): Legacy Lawns Land- units generally include miscellaneous scaping Located at: 2960 Celeste Way household goods, office or business In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby equipment, furniture, furnishings, registered by the following owner(s): clothing, and personal effects. In Cierra Jessica Frances Rayner. This busi- addition to those general contents, the ness is conducted by: An Individual. pre-lien inventory revealed the following The registrant commenced to transact described goods: business under the fictitious business Names: name or names listed above on N/A. Sig- Ysabelle Almaguer- Clothing, Shoes, nature of registrant: Cierra Rayner, Indi- Stroller, and Kid’s Toys vidual. This statement was filed with the David J. Van Wetter- Tools, Lawn County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Equipment, Lamps, Armchairs, Mirrors, October 2, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires Paintings, and Clothing 10/1/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Tashaunda Cottrell- Sports Equipment, 91342 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, Speakers, Stove, Appliances, Mattress, November 3, 2023. Clothing, Office Supplies, and Toiletries Ifeoma Onyejiekwe- Suitcases, SpeakFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ers, Paintings, Clothing, and Toys NAME STATEMENT Euel Befikadu- Bedding, Clothing, Rugs, File No. F-2023-0005176 The name of the Tables, and Toys business(es): Delta Construction Locat- Cynthia Steelman- Power Tools, Tooled at: 550 Discovery Bay Blvd In: Discov- box, Ladders, Mattress, Clothing, Dog/Cat ery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered Carrier, Tables, and Toys by the following owner(s): Delta Decks Randal Locke - Auto Parts, Exercise And Docks Inc. This business is conducted Equipment, Lamps, Clothing, Shoes, Fans, by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: Table, and Chairs CA. The registrant commenced to trans- Chris T Gilroy - Recliner, Refrigerator, act business under the fictitious business lamps, Mattress, Headboard, Chest of name or names listed above on N/A. Drawers, and Chairs Signature of registrant: Michael Harbert, Purchases must be paid for at the time President. This statement was filed with of purchase by cash only. All purchased the County Clerk of Contra Costa County items sold as-is, where-is, and must be on: October 3, 2023 by Deputy Clerk removed at the time of sale. Sale subject Expires 10/2/2028 Brentwood Press No. to cancellation in the event of settlement 02-1273 91421 Publish dates: October between owner and obligated party. 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023. Call ahead to make sure sales are still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to regulation or registration will not be NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005192 The name of transferred with the liened unit unless the business(es): NB Landscape Pro otherwise noted. Located at: 144 E 15th Street In: Pitts- Dates Published: 10/20/2023 and burg, CA 94565, is hereby registered 10/27/2023 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., by the following owner(s): Aristeo Ruiz Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695. Ramirez. This business is conducted by: Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91437 An Individual. The registrant commenced Publish Dates: October 20, 27, 2023. to transact business under the fictitious NOTICE OF LIEN SALE business name or names listed above on SELF STORAGE AUCTION N/A. Signature of registrant: Aristeo Ruiz NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underRamirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County signed intends to sell the liened personal on: October 4, 2023 by Deputy Clerk property described below, pursuant to Expires 10/3/2028 Brentwood Press No. the provisions of the California Code of 02-1273 91380 Publish dates: October Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023. Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On the 8th day of NoNOTICE FOR NOMINEES The Reclamation District 799 Board of vember, 2023, at 11:45 A.M., the unTrustees is accepting letters of interest for dersigned will sell the contents of liened one (1) vacant seat on the Board. Letters storage units by public sale by competiof interest will be accepted from October tive bidding on the premises where said 9, 2023, through 2:00 p.m. on November property has been stored and which are 10, 2023. The Board will interview appli- located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 cants on Thursday, November 16, 2023, Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California at 6:00 p.m. (at a special meeting) at 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage the Reclamation District 799 office. If the liened units generally include miscelBoard finds a suitable applicant, it will laneous household goods, office or busimake a recommendation to the Board of ness equipment, furniture, furnishings, Supervisors for appointment. clothing and personal effects. In addition The qualifications of a nominee for a to those general contents, the pre-lien inReclamation District 799 trustee are as ventory revealed the following described follows: Only “eligible persons” may be goods: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005010 The name of the business(es): 1. Paw Campus 2. Find Pet Owner LLC Located at: 2400 Brandon Miles Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Paw Campus 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 N/A. Signature of registrant: Serguise Younani, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 25, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/24/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91424 Publish dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023.

LEGAL NOTICES Customer Name: 1. Natania Ridley - Toys, Clothing, Storage Cabinets,5+ Boxes & Bags 2. Luke Hudson - Shelves, Lamps, Clothing, 5+ Boxes & Bags 3. Lee Hansen - Bike, Hand Truck, Tools, Suitcases, Armchair, Dog/Cat Carrier, Office Chair, 15+ Boxes & Bags 4. Dorothy Johnson - Speaker’s, Chairs, dog/cat carrier, 10+ boxes 5. Manuel Aguzar - Suitcases, dishes, 10+ bags, 1 box. 6. Darwin Alexander - Washer & Dryer, Dresser, Headboard, Sports, Suitcases, 20+boxes 7. Jon Smithey - Refrigerator, 20+ boxes, Dishes 8. Jon Smithey - 15+ boxes, Clothing 9. Antwan Cole - 8 Boxes 10. Cheryl Glaves -Flat Screen TV, Vacuum, Microwave, 15 + boxes, 10 bags, Lamp. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sales are still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published 10/20/2023 and on 10/27/2023. Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91434 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, 2023. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Damian Joseph Avila SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Damian Avila CASE NUMBER: N23-1910 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Damian Joseph Avila filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Damian Joseph Avila to Proposed Name: Damian Joseph Rodriguez. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/29/2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 10/9/2023 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91423 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Monroe Marvin Johnson SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Monroe Johnson CASE NUMBER: N23-1883 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Monroe Marvin Johnson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Monroe Marvin Johnson b. AKA Monroe Marvin Mapp to Proposed Name: Monroe Marvin Mapp. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/27/2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on

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the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: October 4, 2023 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91383 Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Dean P. Sperling. Law Office of Dean P. Sperling. 25301 Cabot Road, Suite 107, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 DATE (Fecha): FEB 17, 2022 Clerk, by (Secretario): K. VAQUERANO, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91273 Publish Dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2023.

perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, RM. 103, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers 4929 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 960 Los Angeles, CA 90010 (323)505-9471 DATE (Fecha): February 14, 2022 Clerk, by (Secretario): R. MILLER, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served – Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91420 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004897 The name of the business(es): ECM CARPET CLEANING Located at: 1550 PORT WAY In: OAKLEY, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ERNESTO RUDY SANCHEZ. 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: ERNESTO R. SANCHEZ, INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 18, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/17/2028 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91316 Publish dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005260 The name of the business(es): C.LECTRIC COMPANY Located at: 5054 Miguel Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christopher Ballantyne Langley. 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: Christopher Langley, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 9, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/8/2028 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91425 Publish dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023.

as Instrument No. 2020-0282360 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: YONG LIN PAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER OUTSIDE NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 433 SONNET COURT, OAKLEY, CA 94561-5087 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $574,493.70 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM, using the file number assigned to this case 112851-CA. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, 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 (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 112851-CA 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. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91289 Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 27, 2023.

heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 09/25/2023 THE MORTGAGE LAW FIRM, PLC Adriana Durham/Authorized Signature 27368 Via Industria, Suite 201 Temecula, CA 92590 (619)465-8200 FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (800) 758-8052 The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC. may be attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. 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 (800) 758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site - www.Xome.com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 132809. 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 Web site. 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 (800) 758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website - www.Xome. com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case #132809 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. A-4797253 10/06/2023, 10/13/2023, 10/20/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91252 Publish Dates: October 6, 10, 20, 2023.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): L22-00729 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): WILLIAM PATRICK FEE III, an individual; WILLIAM PATRICK FEE IV, an individual and DOES 1 through 30, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY, INC. an Iowa corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): C22-00351 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Dominique Elizabeth Lynne Nichols; and Does 1 to 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): James Wormely NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005011 The name of the business(es): Purest Of Hearts Housecleaning Located at: 3846 Pato Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Purest of Hearts Housecleaning LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organizaton: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/1/2023. Signature of registrant: Jennifer Barros, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 25, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/24/2028 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91271 Publish dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005225 The name of the business(es): 2 FAST TOW & RECOVERY Located at: 23 Da Vinci Court In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tayaeb Ahmed Hoseny. 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: Tayaeb Hoseny, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 5, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/4/2028 Oakley Press No.03-0477 91386 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Carmen Maria Caldera, deceased CASE NUMBER P23-01614 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Carmen Caldera, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Eduardo Gutierrez in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Eduardo Gutierrez be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: 2/1/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. Room: 215 b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Eduardo Gutierrez. 4702 Salvador Ln, Oakley, CA 94561. (925)382-1153 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91422 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 2023. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 112851-CA APN: 032-490-0174 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/17/2020. 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 On 11/29/2023 at 1:30 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/20/2020

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 132809 Title No. 95518427 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/31/2006. 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. On 10/30/2023 at 1:30 PM, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/01/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0064425-00, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by David T. Manaoat and Leah T. Manaoat, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 041310-042-1 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 102 Sonora Court, Oakley, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $1,493,465.89 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust

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left a statement on the incident on the department’s Facebook page on Monday thanking the community for their support, and to publicly thank the passerby who tackled the suspect. “In the face of this rapidly evolving and unpredictable situation, we can’t emphasize enough how crucial community support is,”

Solar from page 1A to Yurkovich. Going solar will also reduce the district’s carbon footprint. The panels at Old River have been operational since last spring and have already generated 165 megawatt hours of electricity. This is equivalent to not producing 10,000 lbs. of methane or not burning nearly 13,000 gallons of gasoline, according to Yurkovich. “These panels should be enough to power our entire school district at its current rate of electricity consumption,” Yurkovich said. “As the district grows, we would expect to rely on electricity from PG&E to make up the difference. The system we have generates a tremendous amount of power during the summer months, some of which we are on break. We bank these credits to be used when we return from summer break. During the winter months our system does not generate nearly as much and we rely on buying back much smaller amounts from PG&E to make up the difference.” Yurkovich says that the rate savings will be “small, but immediate,” but will increase over time. As PG&E custom-

Coaches from page 1A at a time from different angles. No one does that drill anymore. When I started at Antioch High School, they had a ‘Door Drill’ where they would wheel this big door out onto the field, and then a ball carrier would come from behind the door to one side or the other and the tackler never knew who was coming or on what side of the door they would appear. A 160-pound tackler might suddenly be faced with a 250-pound lineman coming around the door with a ball in his hands. It’s just a very different day and age.” Oakley resident Eric Love, a member of the 2002 and 2003 high school football national championship teams for De La Salle High School in Concord, described the coaching environment there along with his earlier youth football days as “tough and demanding,” with coaches commanding excellence while speaking freely without worrying about whether or not they offended anyone. “It was intense and tough,” said Love. “In addition to the game being more physical back in the day, the coaches were in your face. This happened during all practice drills and conditioning, which was great because it had us mentally prepared for not only football, but life after the game was over.” Bryan Hourigan, a local youth baseball, basketball, and soccer coach with 15 years of experience, emphasizes teaching the fundamentals of each sport while highlighting the notion that hard work will eventually pay off with results seen on the playing field. Additionally, Hourigan encourages athletes to have fun. “I don’t feel most respond well to being chewed out in front of their teammates, especially with the teenage athlete,” said Hourigan. “As a coach, it is our job to teach, and this means praising and critiquing the athlete both when the time is right. If the athlete is not having fun, they will not

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Herbert said. “We wish to acknowledge the courageous actions of a Good Samaritan who selflessly came to the aid of our officers during this incident. Their assistance was appreciated.” Brentwood police added that they won’t change how they police despite what happened last week.

ers anticipate rate hikes in the double digits over the next several years, the school district will only see a yearly increase of 0.5% over a 25-year term, officials said. The solar panels come at a little cost to the district, with the exception being the staff time and legal fees to review and approve documents, according to Yurkovich, who did not specify the project’s cost. The project is being done by Brentwood-based Del Sol Energy. “Our district has agreed to lease land to the owners of the solar panel arrays for 25 years,” Yurkovich said. “In turn, we are able to purchase the energy generated by these panels at a much lower rate than our current electricity provider.” Once completed, the solar arrays at the Knightsen Elementary school site will be located in the rear parking lot/drop-off loop and behind the multi-purpose room. The shade provided by the array outside of the multi-purpose room will also allow for an outdoor eating area for students. “Students at Knightsen School have eaten lunch in the Cafeteria/MP room ever since I could remember, “ Yurkovich said. “Being able to give students the opportunity to eat

return the next season.” Fogelstrom said that tactics, such as nonstop yelling, demanding things that make little or no sense, or handing out endless punishment does not work for this generation of athletes. Today, he says, toughness has to be developed through conditioning and pace of practice over time, along with using modified versions of the old drills. Additionally, coaches often now have to explain a drill in detail and what it is designed to accomplish as opposed to what used to happen when a coach demanded an athlete do something and they just did it. “We have a drill called ‘Sumo’ where we put players one on one, but we place them together by position,” said Folgestrom. “We also have a ‘Ball Drill’ where players push a huge ball against each other and try and defend a line. Those drills can still develop toughness and teach competitiveness.” In addition to the modification of oldschool drills, coaches now build in frequent water breaks, have trainers readily available in case of injuries, and consider hot weather and find ways to remind athletes to hydrate throughout the day and come to practice prepared. Additionally, all coaching staffs are mandated to take hours of training courses on concussion protocol, heat exhaustion and heat stroke and other health issues. “No one paid attention to those things when I first started,” said Fogelstrom. “The things surrounding the game now are very different. Personal trainers, 7-on-7 club teams, handlers, and a willingness to transfer two to three times to different high schools has made the job more difficult. Many parents are looking for a return on investment for all the years of training and see the high school team as a scholarship delivery system. We have to now explain how our system will get their kid to the next level. If you chart the teams that really have been winning con-

“It’s important to remember every situation is different and there’s so many other variables officers have to consider when making split-second decisions,” Brentwood police Capt. Walter O’Grodnick said. “This was a rapidly evolving situation that required split-second decision making and significant restraint.”

outside in the shade, enjoy the fresh air, and not be under LED lighting will be a welcomed change.” Being able to eat outdoors will also lessen the need to clean the multipurpose room floor each day after lunch, which will save on labor, lower the need for and exposure to cleaning agents, and help to preserve the integrity of the gym floor itself, according to Yurkovich. Since Old River is a newer school site, there aren’t many mature, shade-providing trees on the campus, so the arrays at that location provide much needed shade for the school’s blacktop area. Yurkovich is hopeful that construction and installation will be complete by the beginning of December, at which point final inspections, sign offs, and the permission to operate from PG&E will be obtained. “This project has been a long time coming, and we are glad to have it nearing completion,” Yurkovich said. “Not only does this make financial sense for the district, but is it ecologically sound as well. Increasing solar power to the grid will help California work through the energy bind it is currently in.”

FOGELSTROM sistently over the last decade, you will see a large amount of transfers coming into those schools from outside their boundaries. Gone are the days of people winning NCS championships with teams solely made up of local kids who all grew up together.” While practices, drills, and approaches to coaching have changed, technological change also comes over time, which has allowed coaches to benefit from integrating the latest technological features to aid with coaching. Play during a game can be filmed in slow motion, from different angles, and with editing tools to better explain concepts and details that were previously not available in years past. Additionally, with many players today focusing on social media posts, highlights, and videos of the game-day performances, coaches said they can acknowledge individual performances along with pictures and statistics. “No matter the sport, I can pull out my phone and film an athlete right there and show them the mechanical issue that I am trying to coach them about,” said Hourigan. “Whether it is their alignment on a free throw in basketball, or their throwing motion in

baseball, the athletes can see immediately what they are doing. In soccer, most games are fully taped digitally, so it is nice to be able to review films with the team so they can see their formation throughout the game.” Heritage High School Athletic Director Nate Smith identified the many sources of information available to athletes now as one key difference today, and how important it is for a coach to recognize the influences already at play and embrace their use. Furthermore, Smith says there is a more cognizant effort to be increasingly intentional and instructional and to be a transformational figure, as opposed to what is viewed as the “old school” mentality where a coach figure just yelled at their players and made themselves the primary focus. “You can’t approach your athletes as the sole authority, because they will see right through that,” said Smith. “I think it always comes down to getting to know your student-athletes and recognizing the best way to inspire them and develop their individual and collective talents. There are styles from the past and present which both do this. The coaching world is very cyclical, and what falls out of favor one day could be back in favor the next. But the one best practice that has never changed is the need to connect with the athletes.” Fogelstrom added that while there are, and have always been, a variety of coaching styles, discipline from coaches need to be consistent, fair, and balanced along with praise when it is warranted. “I want my players to know that I am going to coach them hard because I care about them and want them to really focus on the two major ideals in our program – full commitment and full effort,” said Fogelstrom. Those two characteristics will allow them to find success after their sports career ends, whether it is in relationships or their vocation.”

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A foodie’s guide to the best East County dining Editor’s note: This selection of local eateries was originally published in The Press’ 2023 Welcome Magazine

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Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill Once more, for the fans of Italian cuisine, Cap’s is an option when choosing where to go for Friday Date Night. With delicious pasta, meat dishes, calzones, fish dishes and desserts, Cap’s is a fabulous place to go for a fabulous time. Their Banana Fosters are flaming good, and their pasta is so tasty it’s pre-pasta-rous. Cap’s is located at 144 Oak St. in Brentwood. Their phone number is 925-6341025 and their website is www.capsrestaurant.com Zephyr Grill & Bar American food could easily be described as hearty and filling. If you’re looking for something that meets these standards, check out Zephyr Grill & Bar in downtown Brentwood. An upscale dining experience with a comfortable atmosphere, Zephyr is perfect for an

evening date or friendly sit-down burger. With tasty food and alcohol, it is a good place to have a good time with a good meal. Zephyr is located in McCauley Plaza at 613 First Street in Brentwood. Their phone number is 925-418-4708 and their website is www.zephyrgrillbrentwood.com. Shirasoni Dinner and a show is always a great combination. With the options of regular table dining or sitting in front of a grill, Shirasoni is a knockout of a choice for a meal. The staff is friendly and the food is marvelous, ensuring that you are bound to have a great time as you enjoy your meal. Shirasoni is a fabulous place to try delicious PanAsian cuisine. Shirasoni is located at 6367 Lone Tree Way in Brentwood. Their phone number is 925-240-7808 and their website is www. shirasonirestaurant.com.

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Urban Edge Farm in rural Brentwood. Erggelet is a transplant to the Brentwood area from Germany. He and his brother, Sebastian, aren’t just winemakers; they’re also wine enthusiasts. “Our interest in wine was sparked while sipping leftover Riesling out of Grandfather Erggelet’s goblet as kids,” the website for Erggelet Brothers Wine reads. “After growing up in southern Germany and coming of age as vinophile dilettantes, we pursued degrees in Philosophy & Economics (Sebastian) and Medicine (Julian). As we moved along these career paths, the focus of our lives gradually shifted from sitting under fluorescent office lights to walking through the vineyards of the Rhine valley with Bertrand Russell in the back pocket and exploring the joys of farming, eating good food, and drinking great wines.” Both brothers have impressive pedigrees in wine, having worked at several Napa Valley wineries – Sebastian is a winemaker at Grgich Hills Estate in Rutherford – and want to bring that experience to Brentwood. Their goal, Julian says, is to create the sort of wine that will put Contra Costa County in the same conversations as better-known American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), such as Napa and Sonoma. Currently, Erggelet Brothers wines are already widely available across not just California but nationwide and even inter-

JULIAN ERGGELET nationally in Canada and Switzerland. “We want to be more present,” Julian said. Erggelet points out that while big wine producers in places like Napa and Sonoma source some of their grapes from Contra Costa, the number of wines produced in the county itself is fairly low. Erggelet was previously one of the winemakers at Hannah Nicole Vineyards in Brentwood. Now he spends his days puttering around The Urban Edge Farm at 2017 Walnut Blvd. in his electric tractor – the first

one in the county, he points out. In fact, the entire Urban Edge Farm is wholly powered by solar energy, Julian says. It’s part of the philosophy of sustainability that extends beyond winemaking to all operations on the 34-acre farm. The farm offers four acres of vegetables and 16 acres of orchards that have been fully organic certified since the summer of 2021, according to their website. Part of Brentwood’s Harvest Time organization, the farm offers U-Pick opportunities for those who are more inquisitive about where their food comes from as well as a shop in the front of the property where people can buy a variety of products, including local honey, vinegar and Erggelet Brothers wines. Marrying the idea of the wines to The Urban Edge is a way to keep the focus on the wines themselves rather than as an accessory to something else. “We will never have a concert series,” Julian says, acknowledging that other wineries do host events in the area. Although he says there’s a market for that, it’s not what Erggelet Brothers is interested in for their own wines, which are meant to be experiential in their own right. “There’s a market for that too,” he says. While the winery will not be open to the public in the same way as other local wineries, Erggelet Brothers does have a wine club with limited spots and there is a focus on wine education for those who enjoy the wines. Private tastings and tours can be made by appointment. “We have people that come all the way from San Francisco to see the farm and try our wines,” Julian said. For more information about Erggelet Brothers Wines, as well as contact information for the winery, visit www.erggeletwine.com. More information about The Urban Edge Farm is at www.theurbanedgefarm.com.

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Downtown Brentwood gets more flavor MELISSA VAN RUITEN

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new additions popping up this fall. Here is a selection of new restaurants in downtown Brentwood: Hailey’s Sweets Bubble Tea & Ice Cream ♦ Location: 626 First St., Brentwood ♦ Phone: (925) 418-4740

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her hometown. “We love seeing our regulars from the trailer pop into the new storefront and are excited to continue serving our community,” Mesina said. Some customer favorites include That Good Good, made with cinnamon and housemade vanilla syrup, and a Chagacinno, which is made using wild foraged chaga mushroom extract. In addition to their everyday menu, they also offer a variety of seasonal drinks. Locanda Capri ♦ Location: 301 Oak St., Brentwood ♦ Website: www.locandarestaurants.com ♦ Hours: to be determined Locanda Capri is expected to open in November 2023 and will be the fifth ‘Ristortanti Locanda’ location to open in the Bay Area. Enzo Rosano, along with partners Francesco Esposito and Emanuele Ghirani, are committed to creating a oneof-a-kind guest experience by bringing their old-world hospitality together with our authentic recipes that combine traditional Italian and modern-creative cooking styles in a warm, inviting atmosphere, according to their website. The newest Locanda location will occupy the building that was formerly Sweeney’s Bar and Grill in downtown. Their menu will feature authentic Italian dishes, served with a side of Italian hospitality.

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experience at 6181 Brentwood Blvd. from Oct. 27-31. ‘The Compound’ sprawls across 20,000 square feet, junkyard-themed labyrinth, suitable for anyone who loves Halloween and getting spooked. The petrifying attraction comes to life once darkness falls from 7-11 p.m. Event organizer Adam Martinez, a business owner in Brentwood, said he and his partner have always dreamt of bringing the haunted house experience to the public so everyone can enjoy them. “We wanted to bring this event to Brentwood so that there is something for the whole family to do for Halloween,” he said. “It is going to be the largest haunted (house) attraction around in the East Bay, and we are sparing no expense.” “It is going to be something that’s comparable to the big, haunted house

attractions like in Six Flags, but it is here locally for the Brentwood community,” said Martinez. Martinez and his partner have staged a haunted house at their own home annually over the last decade. “Neighbors and everybody would line up around the block together to get in,” he said. Apart from the spooky spectacle, there will also be various food trucks selling tacos, bubble cones, gyros and wings allowing people to satiate their hunger after a pulse-quickening adventure. Local vendors will also be around offering an array of merchandise such as T-shirts, hoodies, and glow-in-thedark products such as bracelets, toys and glasses. Tickets are $12 general admission and $18 for the VIP (fast lane) experience. There is also a $2 discount for students, military personnel and senior citizens. Children aged five and younger get free admission. Tickets for the family fun-filled adventure are on sale now, and those interested can visit https://app.hauntpay. com/events/the-compound-2023 to buy tickets.

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This Week’s Events Friday, October 20 ‘Be The One’ Veterans Dance in Brentwood

A family-friendly veterans dance is scheduled for Oct. 20 at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 1st St. “Be The One’ starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person or $20 for a family. There will be raffle prizes, and drinks and snacks will be available. All veterans are welcome to this event hosted by the American Legion District 9, Post 202, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Marine Corps League. To buy tickets and for more information, call Phil Pezzela at 925-354-2868.

Saturday, October 21 Holiday BOOtique - Discovery Bay Yacht Club Splashers

The Discovery Bay Yacht Club Splasher host a Holiday BOOtique from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with more than 40 vendors featuring crafts, jewelry, clothing, home decor, pet products, skin Care and more. Lunch is available on the patio, along with Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas. Costume Parade for children and furry friends is scheduled for 1 p.m. Live music from Double Shot 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $55. All proceeds benefit “Helping One Woman” Discovery Bay Chapter. https:/www.facebook. com/howdiscoverybay. For more information, visit http://www.dbyc.com.

Boots & Spurs Country Music Festival

The Boots & Spurs country music festival at the Campos Family Vineyards, 3501 Byer Road in Byron, will kick off this year’s Country Fest to Cure ALS festivities with an extended festival lineup featuring local country music favorites, Toree McGee, the Whiskey Hillbillies, and the Carousel Cowboys followed by Nashville recording artists Josh Melton and Jason Blaine from 2-10 p.m. VIP dinner and general admission tickets and sponsorship packages are available at camposfamilyvineyards.com/wp-event/boots-and-spurscountry-music-festival. Tickets are $49 to 149.

Oaktober Festival on Bethel Island

The 15th Oaktober Festival is from Civic Center Plaza from noon to 4 p.m. The festival is revamped this year to include beer and wine, a family-friendly costume parade, canine parade, a pumpkin decorating contest, and more. About 30 vendors, food trucks, will be there. For details, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/165945839824877.

The Makers Boulevard A Community Event

Every third Saturday morning in downtown Brentwood to shop at the free community market featuring a premier group of artisan makers, artists, and small businesses from 8 a.m.-noon. Complimentary kids’ activities, live music, themed photo opportunities, and family. For details, visit https://www.themakersboulevard.com/

Halloween Trick or Treat at Four Legs Brewing Four Legs Brewing hosts from 2–6 p.m. at 2010 Elkins Way its annual Halloween free pop-up and vendor trick or treat event with 35 vendors. The first 250 will receive a free Halloween bag to use (good size), and every purchase at the event will earn you a raffle ticket to win prizes such as a $200 Disney gift card. For details, visit fourlegsbrewing.com.

Sunday, October 22 Meals on Wheels Oktoberfest fundraiser

Meals on Wheels tries to reach its $50,000 goal for 2023 with its Inaugural Meals on Wheels Oktoberfest family fun day. Delta Sports Bar & Grill is hosting this event at 6210 Bethel Island Road in Bethel Island from 1-5 p.m.. There will be authen-

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tic German food, beer and wine. Children’s entry 4-12 years old for $10 per person. Hot dog, chips and soda. Otherwise, tickets are $25. A costume contest, beers to try, adult games, family games, children’s games, relays, bouncy house, prizes and music. All proceeds to go directly to the local Meals on Wheels. For details and tickets, contact Patricia at 510-396-6937 or mowfestsjyc@gmail. com for information and tickets.

as a Bug program and annually sends $1,000 to the Kiwanis Family House to help families impacted by medical emergencies. Full list of restaurants on Eventbrite. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ pride-of-the-delta-antioch-kiwanis-restauranttour-tickets-694107653677?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, call Kay Power at 925-2023519 or Allison Norris at 925-642-5404.

Discovery Bay Farmers Market

Tuesday, October 31 Fall Fest at The Bay Church Brentwood

The Discovery Bay Farmers Market runs every Sunday from May through October from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Marina with fresh fruits and veggies, food, and local artisan products.

Thursday, October 26 Soroptimist of the Delta Halloween bingo

Soroptimist of the Delta Halloween Bingo from 5- 9 p.m. at De Luna Ranch at 7540 Balfour Road in Brentwood. The games support local women and girls. Tickets include dinner, bingo and a raffle. Costumes are encouraged. Must be 21 or older. Tickets are $50. For details, visit https://www.siofthedelta.com.

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Friday, October 27 Trunk or Treat Festival in Brentwood

Trunk or Treat Festival in Brentwood is from 5–9 p.m. at the Delta Valley Health Club. Admission is free. Wear your costumes and bring a candy bag. There will be music with a DJ, trick or treating, face painting, food trucks, a raffle, a jumpy house, 20 vendors, beer and wine and Cornhole tournament (fee to enroll). For details, visit https://fb.me/e/1B1tK1oAr.

Banner Up! Gala Benefit Auction

The Banner Up! Gala Benefit Auction will be at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 1st St. From 6:30-10 p.m. The banners from downtown will be on display for auction. Live music will be provided by The Help, small bites from The Holy Smoker, there will be live auctions and raffles. Admission is free. Preview the banners through Oct. 25 at the Brentwood Community Center or at artguildofthedelta.org.

The free annual Fall Fest event from 6-8 p..m. at The Bay Church, Brentwood at 2200 Ventura Drive. A fun, safe, and candy-filled time with entertainment, trunk or treat, and activities such as face painting, hay rides, bounce houses, and more.

Wednesday, November 8 Nashville singer/songwriter returns to El Campanil in Antioch

Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre continues its popular Cabaret Series at 7:30 p.m. with the return of Nashville singer/songwriter Andy Karhs. Kahrs first appeared at El Campanil Theatre at 602 W. 2nd St. several years ago with the premier of his Rhinestone show saluting the songs and career of Glen Campbell. He has since returned to the venue numerous times and this performance features a collection of Country, Blues, and R&B classics from through the years called Always on my Mind: A Country Songbook including hits from such greats as Campbell, Willie Nelson and Sam Cooke. Tickets are $20 general seating and $23.50 for table seating. For details and ticket information, call 925-757-9500.

Friday, November 10 Veterans Day Dinner and Texas Hold ‘Em Night

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A Veterans Day Dinner and Texas Hold ‘Em Night will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. Check-in at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 and the tournament runs from 7-10:30 p.m. Buy-in is $75 for dinner and game only, and $25 for dinner only. For more information, email knights7467@gmail. com. Checks are payable to Knights of Columbus, #7467 and mail to Richard Alward, Knights of Columbus, 18 Oak St., Brentwood, CA 94513.

Saturday, October 28 Ruff Day Rescue presents Pawstoberfest

There will be a veterans breakfast in Brentwood from 8–10 a.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 First St. The pancake breakfast is free and is hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary.

The Streets of Brentwood hosts free trick or treating from 5-7 p.m.at 2455 Sand Creek Road. For details, visit https://shopstreetsofbrentwood.com/events

Ruff Day Rescue invites the public to Pawstoberfest at Veterans Park at 3841 Balfour Road from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There will be a beer garden by Four Legs Brewing and Brentwood Craft Beer and Cider, plus artisan and pet booths, food trucks, a puppy pen and dog park and an on-site adoption event. Live music from Dawglips from 2-5 p.m. For details, visit ruffdayrescue.com.

Sunday, October 29 Halloween Hoopla

Resurrection Ministries invites kids to wear costumes for safe trick-or-treating, play games to win prizes and make Halloween-themed crafts at Resurrection Ministries, 1275 Fairview Ave., in Brentwood from 3–5 p.m. The event is free. For details, visit www.rezministry.org.

Kiwanis Pride of the Delta Restaurant Tour

Support the Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch while enjoying local restaurants from 1-5 p.m. for $20. All proceeds go to charity. Kiwanis donates $1,000 scholarships to each local high school, sent $5,000 for Ukraine refugee relief, supports The Elderly Wish Foundation, veterans, The Snug

Tuesday, November 14 Veterans breakfast in Brentwood

Friday, November 17 Brentwood Police Activities League Tamale Festival

BPAL presents the 7th Annual All You Can Eat Tamale Festival at the Brentwood Community Center, 25 Oak St.. For $40, you get your choice of beef, pork, chicken and cheese tamales, rice, beans, salad and dessert 5–10 p.m. This years sponsors are Andiamo, Vine & Grain, Tailgaters, Peke’s Ice cream, Chill Tea and Coffee, Brentwood Fine Meats and many more local businesses donating services and raffle items. Local entertainment from Liberty High School’s own Grupo L and a Folklorico Dance Group. All proceeds raised pay for the Shop with a Cop event in December with Brentwood Police, Brentwood Cafe, and Target to give students holiday gifts.

Ongoing Events

East County Rotary Club Meetings

Brentwood: The Brentwood Rotary Club meets weekly on Monday at noon at the Wedgewood Banquet Center at 100 Summerset Drive in Brentwood. For more information, visit https://

www.brentwoodrotary94513.com. Oakley: The Oakley Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St. in Oakley. For more information, visit http://rotaryclubofoakley.com. Antioch: The Antioch Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at noon at Lone Tree Golf Course & Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road in Antioch. For more information, visit http:// www.antiochrotaryclub.com/. The Rotary Club of the Delta meets weekly on Wednesday at 7 a.m. at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information, visit https://www.rotaryclubofthedelta.org/.

East County Lions Club Meetings

Brentwood: The Brentwood Lions Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Meeting locations vary. For more information, call 925-5873783 or visit: https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/brentwoodca/ Oakley: The Oakley Lions Club meets the fourth Wednesdays of every month at 7 p.m. at the Oakley Senior Center, for more information, visit https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/brentwoodca/ Antioch: The Antioch Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Denny’s on Delta Fair Blvd. Discovery Bay: The Discovery Bay Lions Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club. For more information, visit:https:// discoverybaylions.com/who-we-are/meetings/ Byron: The Byron Delta Lions Club meets every first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church for more information https://e-clubhouse. org/sites/byron_delta/

East Contra Costa Historical Museum Season Open

The East Contra Costa Historical Museum at 3890 Sellers Ave., season is open until Oct. 28 from 2-4 p.m. The museum features displays of early pioneer life in the Byer/Nail House built in 1878, lessons in the Eden Plains schoolhouse and a variety of outdoor activities. For more information visit https://eastcontracostahistory.org/

East County Veteran Meetings

Brentwood: The American Legion Post 202 monthly meeting (on the second Wednesday of the month) is at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 First St. in Brentwood. The meeting is open to all U.S. Armed Services veterans. The organization encourages all veterans in East County to come and see what is available to them. For more information, visit www.aml202.org. Oakley: The Veterans of Oakley monthly meeting (on the first Wednesday of each month) is held at 5:30 p.m. at the Oakley Senior Center on 215 2nd St. For more information, call 925-783-0818 or visit http://bit.ly/3mugBjv

East County 4-H Club Meetings

Oakley: The Oakley 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, email Amanda at oakley@contracosta.org. The Delta-Diablo 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Thursday at 6:30 p.m at 3840 Brown Road in Oakley. For more information contact Megan and Tiffany at deltadiablo@contracosta4h.org, Brentwood: The Brentwood 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m at the Knightsen Farm Center located on 3020 2nd Street. For more information, contact Angela at brentwood@contracosta4h.org. Knightsen: The Knightsen 4-H Club has monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m at Knightsen Elementary School located at 1923 Delta Road. 4-H members are girls and boys ages 5–19 years old.

Delta Informal Gardeners Monthly Meetings

Delta Informal Gardeners encourages local residents to join them at their local meeting at the Brentwood Community United Methodist Church at 809 Second St. on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m.