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A quiet Halloween night in East County City has By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

On the dark and cold night under Halloween’s moonlight, kids and families gallivanted in their costumes throughout neighborhoods in East County towns, and once again, they were able to do so fairly safely. Brentwood “There really was nothing that came out,” Brentwood Police Det. Mike Maanao said to The Press. According to Maanao, there was a call regarding kids vandalizing Halloween decorations in Dolphin Park, but that was the lone Halloween-related call that stood out on Tuesday night. “From my own personal experience I

don’t remember any large incidents that occurred on Halloween,” Maanao added. “I haven’t noticed any trend going on. Obviously, you get vandalism and stuff like that with all the Halloween decorations. Same thing happened during Christmas as well, some types of vandalism that occur, you might get some robberies, people stealing other people’s candy or stuff like that.” Oakley Oakley was just as relatively quiet on Halloween night. According to a public records request for

police call logs from this Halloween and Halloween nights going back to 2019, nothing stood out that was Halloween related compared to the normal calls for service that they get throughout a normal week. ConFire ConFire had a small uptick in calls on Tuesday night, taking 21-22 calls, although law enforcement officials could not confirm if they were Halloween related or not. The over 20 calls after 5 p.m. that were reported according to ConFire’s interim public inforsee Halloween page 19A

‘Proud to be part of such a family’ Knightsen veterans known as the ‘Shoe Valley Seven’

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The ‘Shoe Valley Seven’ was the nickname for the seven Knightsen brothers who all served in the Army from the 1940s through 1960s. a birthday celebration for their father (our grandpa), and full of music, horseshoes, food, lots of family, laughter, and fun.” Known collectively as the “Shoe Valley Seven” – a reference to the group of homes where they all grew up in a small migrant community in

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Knightsen – Michael says that they were all raised with a strong work ethic and devotion to their country, while still holding onto their Mexican roots. There was a near 20-year gap separating the oldest and youngest sibling, and yet Michael says they were all close to each other, were all

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In 1958, Knightsen resident Jose “Angelo” Berumen enlisted in the U.S. Army to “see the world”. The son of Jose and Josephina Lopez Berumen, who emigrated from Mexico along with two of their oldest sons, Angelo Berumen is actually one of seven brothers who all enlisted in the Army. Brentwood resident Michael Berumen, a son of one of the brothers and a member of the local chapter of The Sons of The American Legion, said that he has many positive memories of his dad and his uncles growing up. “I have fond memories of them all as individuals and together as brothers,” Michael said. “Every summer, there was

involved in sports in and outside of school, and all had similar desires to serve their country. “As different as they were, they had similar values relating to family, hard work, community, and country,” said Michael. “Many boys and young men, they grew up and went to school with also served in the U.S. Armed Forces, and many joining as a group.” Michael recounted a story about Jess Berumen, who volunteered as a medic, as he told the story about the M.A.S.H. unit he served during the Korean War. He said would eventually make it into Life Magazine. “One surgeon told him they had lost a lot of medics right before being sent out to pick up injured soldiers,” Michael recounts. “Just as he got to one injured soldier, he caught shrapnel and was tended to by another

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Brentwood is experiencing more tree sap on sidewalks in city parks and landscaped rightof-ways this season. And residents are complaining about it. The increase is a direct result of the wet winter season last year, said Brentwood Parks Maintenance Manager Aaron Wanden. “The amount of vegetation has increased tremendously, resulting in prime habitat for leaf-sucking insects like aphids,” Wanden said. “When aphids feed, they inject saliva into their host plant to help digest the sap. After feeding, they secrete a sticky, shiny waste product called honeydew. Most people refer to this honeydew as ‘sap’.” Sap is a sugar-rich material that attracts ants, yellow jackets, and other insects that feed on it, primarily during the late summer and fall months. According to Wanden, this year has been a particularly bad year for aphids, which has resulted in infestations mostly in the Hackberry, Crape Myrtle, and Chinese Elm trees city-wide, although Wanden added that while the aforementioned trees have been affected the most, these are not see Sticky page 19A

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LUHSD seeking graduates to honor

Members of the Graduates of Distinction Board of Directors are seeking nominations to recognize and honor graduates through the Liberty Union High School District (LUHSD) Graduates of Distinction Program. Honorees are selected among individuals who have distinguished themselves through their accomplishments and/or contributions to their chosen profession or community, and deserve recognition for leading lives that remain true to the core values taught at LUHSD. The Board wants assistance to help identify and honor these individuals in spring 2024. A committee consisting of members from faculty, staff, retirees, and the community will review the nominations, using specific criteria to select a maximum of three honorees. The criteria include: • someone who has been graduated from the district a minimum of 10 years and who spent a majority of those years in the district; • someone who demonstrates personal integrity and is worthy of emulation; • someone who can be a role model for current students; • someone who excels in areas such as the following: science, community service, public affairs, government, entertainment, education, fine arts, business, and labor.

Past honorees include Bill Bristow, Joanne Byer, Mary Black, and Hugh Henderson. Next April, the selected honorees will tour campuses and participate in assemblies at LUHSD schools, and an award ceremony will be held in their honor. The Board of Directors urges anyone to submit names for nomination to the Graduates of Distinction committee. The nomination forms are available on the LUHSD website at www.luhsd. net, or may be picked up at the District Office at 20 Oak St. in Brentwood. For more information, contact the Assistant Superintendent of Administrative/Student Services at (925) 634-2166 ext. 2021. The Liberty Union High School District is looking for a new board member after Trustee Sandra McCaslin resigned on Aug. 9, effective Oct. 6.

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Supervisors to honor veterans at annual celebration on Nov. 7 The county Board of Supervisors will honor veterans during the Annual Veterans Day Celebration at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 7, in the Board Chambers at 1025 Escobar

St., in Martinez. The keynote speaker is Vietnam veteran James Hill, who served as an Army Infantry Officer in Vietnam and received several awards. His final rank was Captain. Hill also serves as Vice President of Vietnam Veterans of Diablo Valley, and he is active with the National Pathfinder Association and Vietnam Helicopter Museum. “On this Veterans Day, we express our profound gratitude for the service and sacrifice of our Veterans and their families,” said Board Chairman District I Supervisor John Gioia. “We honor these heroes who protect the ideals of freedom and democracy. We also celebrate and acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.” The event will also feature a color guard ceremony by Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Deputies. Veterans Service Office staff member Michael Beveridge will perform the You’ll Never Walk Alone and the national anthem. To learn more about the Veterans Day Ceremony, visit https://www.contracosta. ca.gov/6035. The event will be live online at www.contracosta.ca.gov/6086 or www.contracostatv.org and broadcast live on Contra Costa Television channels: Comcast Channel 27, AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, and Astound Channels 32 and 1027. For details, call Contra Costa County Veterans Service Officer Joshua Zebley at 925313-1481.

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Brentwood let the dogs out First Pawstoberfest event a hit with the canines... and their humans By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

Ruff Day Rescue held their first Pawstoberfest at Veterans Park in Brentwood on Saturday, and dog owners from all over East County came to check out the adoption event and parade. Along with the food vendors, artisan booths, and a beer garden, the Raiders Gorilla Rilla made an appearance, the band “Dawglips” performed in the afternoon, and there was a costume contest and parade for the dogs with over 50 entries. Sargeant Dale of the CCC Sherif K-9 unit also gave a demonstration. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia Photos by Jeff Weisinger

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Literacy in today’s media’s literature For the most part, “literacy” refers to someone’s ability to read and interpret the language around us, which is a critical skill needed to navigate life. But with the rise of mass media and various social media platforms, most people will have to interact with spoon-fed inforouth mation through a writer third party. As such, it’s not a surprise that what the media says isn’t always true, correct or reliable. Because of this, this article aims to provide information and resources on how to better navigate the internet and whatever media is thrown at the public through promoting media literacy. Let’s begin with the basic question: “what is media literacy?” According to the Center for Media Literacy, an organization focused on media-based education, media literacy is “a framework to access, analyze, evaluate, create and participate with messages in a variety of forms — from print to video to the Internet.” The mentioned framework is appropriately vague, since there is no one way to safely navigate and understand information provided by the media. But, doesn’t saying that imply that the media isn’t safe to begin with? Isn’t published media supposed to be trustworthy, since it’s passed under the eyes of professionals? Studies such as the one performed in Duke Reporter’s Lab in 2017 find that large news organizations often manipulate the news they publish. For example, they found that “only 40 percent of large news organizations provide labels about article types,” with several categories of labels often inappropriately named. This results in misinformation, as the lab found, and makes assessments

that younger children are increasingly accessing the Internet, creating a more dire need for media literacy education. To make matters worse, the Canadian Pediatric Society found that “a number of studies have documented that children under the age of eight years are developmentally unable to understand the difference between advertising and regular programming,” which is extremely concerning considering the rampant misinformation on the internet in times of crisis like now. Sofia Williams, a co-founder of Teens for Press Freedom, a media advocacy and education group, emphasizes the political polarization the media has caused. She shares a personal experience documenting a recent example of misinformation she had seen, “My friend showed me a post that alleged that a recent explosion in Gaza was the result of an Israeli air strike…while other sources

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alleged that the rocket was misfired from a Gazan militant group.” With this only being one instance of misinformation, Sofia acknowledges that others that spend large amounts of time on the internet could be easily susceptible to such misinformation on a regular basis. Undoubtedly, an inability to navigate forms of media safely is bad, so how can we actually gain media literacy? Media literacy stems off of critical thinking, which can be practiced and mastered. In October 2022, The New York Times compiled several ways to practice this kind of thoughtfulness using the following questions: • Is this fact, opinion, or something else? • Can I trust this source to tell me the truth about this topic? • Who might benefit from this message? Who might be harmed by it? • How does this make me feel and how do my emotions influence my interpretation of this? • How might different people understand this message differently? • Is this message good for me or people like me? As for local resources, the Contra Costa County Library often hosts events during which speakers come in and talk about important issues. In May 2023, the Ygnacio Valley Library started to host Media Literacy Mondays, encouraging both adults and teens to carefully discuss the news. The library website also lists dozens of free digital resources and databases where users can go in and factcheck the media they encounter, including Archive Unbound and LearningExpress Library. Rachel Lei Heritage High School, Sophomore

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This Week’s Events Through Nov. 4 Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods” at Heritage High

Heritage High School’s Rising Stars present Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical “Into the Woods.” Familiar fairy tale characters venture into the woods to find something they think will make their lives complete. Will they discover their happily ever after? Performances are at Heritage High School at 101 American Ave. Brentwood through Nov. 4, with two matinees. Tickets are $10-$14. Show times are Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.; Oct. 28 at 2 and 7 p.m., Nov. 1-2 at 7 p.m., Nov. 4 at 2 p. m. For details, visit https://hhsrisingstars. seatyourself.biz

Through Nov. 12 MainStage Play “You Can’t Take It With You”

Ghostlight Theatre Ensemble (GTE) presents You Can’t Take It With You, a comedy written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman at The Theatre at Edna Hill. The show features 19 local actors, some of whom are newcomers to the GTE stage, and others who have graced previous GTE productions. The show premiers on Friday, Nov. 3 at Edna Hill Middle School in downtown Brentwood and is directed by Michael Wilson. Showtimes vary by the day. Tickets are $23. For details, visit http://www. ghostlightte.org.

Saturday, November 4 Columbiettes 14th Annual Holiday Boutique

Columbiettes present their 14th Annual Holiday Boutique, as more than 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at St. Anthony Church at 971 O’Hara Ave. in Oakley.Admission is free. For details, email columbiette10414@gmail.com.

Brentwood Diwali – A Festival of Lights

Diwali Musical Evening, a festival of lights is scheduled for Brentwood City Park from 3-7 p.m. Diwali is a festival of light, a day full of music, dance, cultural events, food, and vendors, including the first-ever historical Diya lighting ceremony. To get tickets or details, visit https://united-indian.org/event/ diwali-2023/.

Friends of the Brentwood Library Book Sale

Friends of the Brentwood Library Book Sale is from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. The event at the community room, 104 Oak St., is free. There will be a fill-a-bag bargain sale from 2-3 p.m. The sale is one of two held this year and features a wide variety of books and other items. The sale will also feature an assortment of holiday books and puzzles, holiday classics, and children’s, fiction, cookbooks and many of todays’ bestsellers. The sale is the largest of the year and will include special discounts. For details, visit http://www.friendsofthebrentwoodlibrary.org

Willow Park Mercantile anniversary celebration

Willow Park Mercantile is celebrating its eightyear anniversary, and it wants the public to help it celebrate at 205 G Street in Antioch for free. Get into the Christmas spirit at Willow Park Mercantile with its winter wonderland. Drawings throughout the day. Earn $5 in Mercantile Money for every $50 you spend. The first 50 customers will receive a special gift. Take a Christmas photo or selfie in Our Antique One Horse Open Sleigh. For details, visit http://www.willowparkmercantile.com.

Sunday, November 5 Hospice East Bay 2023 Tree of Lights

Hospice East Bay celebrates its Annual Tree of Lights. For 37 years, these ceremonies have provided a way for families and friends to honor their loved ones and find solace in the symbolism of light as the names of their loved ones are read. The event will feature a reading of memorial names and a symbolic tree lighting. In East County, the location is Brentwood City Park at 710 2nd St. at Oak, on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 5:30 p.m. For details, visit https:// www.hospiceeastbay.org/community/ or For details, visit http://hospiceeastbay.org/tol

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. Tickets are $20 general seating and $23.50 for table seating. For details and ticket information, call 925-757-9500.

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

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, November 11 Brentwood’s Veterans Day Ceremony ‘Honoring all who served’ is a Veterans Day event at Veterans Park at 3841 Balfour Road in Brentwood. The ceremony starts at 10:30 a.m. There will be guest speakers, a vocalist, a tribute to veterans and a rifle salute. For details, call Mike at 925-787-8087. The event is sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars post 10789, American Legion Post 202 and Marine Corps League Det 1155.

City of Oakley’s Veterans Day Ceremony

The city of Oakley will honor Veterans Day with at free ceremony from 11 a.m. to noon at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main St. For details, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/1743997576057517

Tuesday, November 14 Veterans Breakfast at Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building

A free breakfast will be served from 8-10 a.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 1st St. The veterans pancake breakfast is hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary.

Oakley Senior Center Hard Rock Casino bus trip fundraiser

The Oakley Senior Center presents a bus trip fundraiser to the Hard Rock Casino. Round-trip motorcoach transportation to Hard Rock and a bonus of $25 Cash on Card, The cost is $45, includes bus driver tip. There also will be a 50/50 raffle and bingo en route to the casino in Wheatland. Money must be paid by Nov.

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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

Sunday, November 19 Winter wine walk and tasting tour

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 DeltaDiablo 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.

The Downtown Brentwood Coalition presents a winter wine walk and tasting tour from noon to 4 p.m. Local wines are paired with bites from downtown merchants. Tickets are $40. For details and ticket information, visit https://www.brentwooddowntown.com/ winewalk2023.

Saturday, November 25 41st annual Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting in Brentwood

The Brentwood Chamber’s 41st annual holiday parade starts at 5pm. The parade route starts at Birch St. & First St. and ends at Oak St. & Fourth St. The city‘s Christmas Tree lighting will be in City Park after parade. Admission is free. For more information, call 925-634-3344 or visit brentwoodchamber.com.

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 925-587-3783 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://eclubhouse.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 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 https://www.aml202. org. Oakley: The Veterans of Oakley monthly

East County 4-H Club Meetings

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.

Widow and Widower Grief Support Group

A widow and widower grief support group from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church meets every Thursday from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the church library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. The group focuses on finding a new normal as attendees walk the grief trail with others experiencing the same loss. For more information, contact Mary Ann Smith at 925-240-1706 or Sandy Heinisch at 925-513-3412.

Oakley Senior Center Food Distribution

The Oakley Senior Center at 215 2nd St. gives out free food every Thursday from 1-2:30 p.m. Residents are asked to bring their own grocery bags.

Friday Night Al-Anon Meeting

Al-Anon meetings, which offer a supportive place for friends and families of alcoholics, are held every Friday from 8 to 9:15 p.m. at the Brentwood United Methodist Church at 809 Second St. in Brentwood. There is no need to register. For details, call Trisha at 510-910-1389.

Coffee with Carolyn

Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection’s Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women, hosted by Carolyn George and financially supported by The Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection of Byron. The group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month from noon to 1 p.m. The location is at the Kaleidoscope Sacred Garden behind the Byron United Methodist Church (14671 Byron Highway in Byron). For more information, contact Carolyn George at 925-577-3325.

Applications accepted for Administrative Careers Training

The nonprofit Opportunity Junction is accepting applications for its administrative careers training program. Classes are taught via Zoom. The intensive training is 12 weeks, followed by up to four months of paid internship. Participants will learn life and business skills, and can earn their Microsoft Office Skills certificate. For more information, visit https://www. opportunityjunction.org/program-application.

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OAKLEY October 15, 12:47 a.m. A case of failure to obey resulted in an arrest on Carol Lane and Main St. October 15, 9:17 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 200 block of Almondtree Lane. October 15, 4:51 p.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported on West Cypress Road and Rose Ave. October 15, 6:38 p.m. A case of disturbing the peace was reported on Frank Hengel Way and Ibis Drive. October 16, 1:33 a.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on the 3800 block of Harvest Circle. October 16, 3:03 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 900 block of Holstein Drive. October 16, 4:24 a.m. A warrant arrest was made on 3rd St. and East Home St. October 16, 11:05 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported at McDonald’s on Main St. October 16, 1:07 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at ACE Hardware on Main St. October 16, 3:19 p.m. An accident with property damage was reported on Main St. and Gardenia Ave. October 17, 1:08 a.m. A case of resisting arrest was reported on the 2000 block of Beringer Way. October 17, 8:22 a.m. An accident with property damage was reported at Main St. and Delta Road. October 17, 10:14 a.m. A case of disturbing the peace was reported on the 200 block of Spindrift Court. October 17, 2:34 p.m. A case of trespassing was reported on the 4800 block of Knarlwood Road. October 17, 3:36 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 1800 block of Babbe St. October 17, 10:29 p.m. A warrant arrest was made at Lucky on Main St. October 18, 9:46 a.m. A case of credit card fraud was reported at the AM/PM on Main St. and Wilbur Ave. October 18, 11:37 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 400 block of Malicoat Ave. October 18, 1:07 p.m. A case of forgery was reported on the 4000 block of Creekside Court. October 18, 2:45 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on the 1600 block of Coventry Drive. October 18, 2:55 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported at the Oakley Police Department. October 18, 3:04 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on the 600 block of Miller Drive. October 18, 4:32 p.m. A juvenile disturbance was reported on the 600 block of Longmont Drive. October 19, 8:17 a.m. A case of reckless driving was reported at Picasso Drive and Vignola Court. October 19, 11:06 a.m. An accident with

property damage was reported at Lucky on Main St. October 19, 11:41 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on the 3800 block of Marsh Way. October 19, 12:59 p.m. A non-criminal death was reported on the 100 block of Coral Bell Way. October 19, 1:39 p.m. A case of burglary was reported on the 4700 block of Main St. October 19, 3:23 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 1500 block of Fontes Way. October 19, 3:52 p.m. A case of fraud under false pretenses was reported on the 5000 block of Miguel Drive. October 19, 3:54 p.m. A misdemeanor hit and run was reported at Main St. and Brownstone Road. October 19, 4:14 p.m. A misdemeanor DUI was reported at East Cypress Road and Bethel Island Road. October 19, 4:59 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on the 3200 block of Main St. October 19, 6:47 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 4300 block of Main St. October 19, 7:27 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at Chevron on Main St. and Bridgehead Road. October 19, 11:34 p.m. A fight was reported on the 6300 block of Bridgehead Road. October 20, 12:59 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 40 block of Carol Lane. October 20, 12:45 p.m. A vehicle that had been taken without consent was recovered on the 400 block of Sonnet Court. October 20, 2:52 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on the 5000 block of Miguel Drive. October 20, 3:22 p.m. A case of auto burglary was reported on the 40 block of Carol Lane. October 20, 6:44 p.m. A juvenile disturbance was reported on the 400 block of Rocky Mountain Way. October 20, 7:12 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported on the 1500 block of Neroly Road. October 21, 3:08 p.m. A case of trespassing was reported on Live Oak Avenue and Oakley Road. October 21, 5:43 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported at the Chevron on Main St. and Bridgehead Road. October 21, 6:43 p.m. A juvenile disturbance was reported on Chianti Way and Chenin Lane. October 21, 9:02 p.m. A case of domestic disturbance was reported on the 50 block of Puffin Circle. October 21, 9:05 p.m. A case of auto burglary was reported on the 10 block of Terri Court. October 21, 11:01 p.m. A felony arrest was made on East Cypress Road and Sellers Ave.

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BRENTWOOD October 15, 1:34 p.m. A non-injury accident was reported at Brentwood Boulevard and Sunset Road. October 15, 3:39 p.m. A vehicle vs. pedestrian accident with unknown injuries was reported on Lone Tree Way. October 15, 6:49 p.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Sand Creek Rd. The reporting party was in the store for 1.5 hours and came out to their black 2014 Ford Fiesta missing. October 15, 7:36 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. A catalytic converter was stolen. October 16, 7:16 a.m. A major injury accident was reported at Sellers Avenue and Redhaven St. One patient suffered a head injury. October 16, 11:00 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. The reporting party noticed $2,000 of missing items when he cleared out his storage unit. No evidence of a break-in was found. October 16, 11:10 a.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Century Oaks Drive. Suspects attempted to steal a vehicle, but were unable to because of a wheel lock. October 16, 4:28 p.m. A non-injury hit and run was reported on First St. October 16, 11:05 p.m. A domestic dispute was reported on Corte Vista St. October 17, 8:28 a.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Atterbury Lane. The reporting party had a fraudulent charge of $2,077 on their credit card. October 17, 10:08 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. The suspect stole three pairs of boots valued at $500 each before leaving in an SUV. October 17, 3:28 p.m. A major injury accident was reported at Balfour Road and Walnut Boulevard. The reporting party was rear-ended, and the airbags in the other car deployed, but the driver wasn’t getting out of the car. October 17, 4:26 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Balfour Road. An unknown person broke into the reporting party’s car and stole an envelope containing $4,000. October 17, 5:09 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Grenadier Way. The reporting party said someone took $3,000 from her bank account. October 17, 6:29 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Chandler Drive and Michalia Lane. An adult was arrested after trying to open a door and break off the security lock.

October 18, 9:53 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on Lone Tree Way. The reporting party arrived at work to find that the business had been broken into overnight. October 18, 10:25 a.m. An adult was reported missing on Doeskin Terrace. The missing person is a 71-year-old black female, 4 feet, 11 inches” and 131 lbs, and last seen wearing a black jacket, long black skirt, and gray Crocs. October 18, 4:13 p.m. A road rage complaint was reported on Second St. A man driving a white Jeep got out of his car and at a stoplight and tried to open the reporting party’s car door, hit their windows, and broke the side mirror. October 18, 4:23 p.m. A case of residential burglary was reported on Windsor Way. A suspect stole tools. October 18, 4:51 p.m. A case of strongarm robbery was reported on Torrey Pines Drive. The reporting party’s friend had his watch stolen while he was wearing it. October 19, 2:44 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on Jeffery Way and Amber Lane. A trailer at the location was broken into through a side door. October 19, 10:42 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. The suspect stole tools from a business. October 19, 11:05 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. A pair of Airpods were stolen. October 19, 3:08 p.m. A physical fight involving two people was reported on Keystone Way. October 19, 3:53 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Tamalpais Ave. An online signature was falsified or documents counterfeit. The reporting party is familiar with the suspect. October 20, 10:36 a.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Balfour Road. The reporting party’s check was stolen from his workplace. An email from the corporate office let him know that the check had been cashed. October 20, 11:43 a.m. A threats complaint was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. The suspect stole items from the store and threatened the reporting party and her family on the way out. October 20, 2:18 p.m. A case of vehicle tampering was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. A possibly known suspect put sugar in the reporting party’s gas tank. October 20, 10:30 p.m. A minor injury accident was reported at O’Hara Avenue and Sand Creek Road. October 20, 10:49 p.m. An accident with unknown injuries was reported on Oak St. October 21, 10:59 a.m. A case of residential burglary was reported on Chestnut St. A suspect attempted to break in the night before, leaving fingerprints on a broken window. October 21, 11:14 a.m. A fight was reported on Lone Tree Way. The suspect pulled out a knife, which resulted in their arrest.

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achary Auer, a 2011 Liberty High School graduate, was promoted to E-7 Naval Chief Petty Officer on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. Auer joined the Navy as an Airman right after his graduation and has served four deployments that have taken him to the Middle East, Thailand, North Korea, Dubai, Italy, and several other countries. Auer has worked on the flight deck of the USS Nimitz since 2011 and served one deployment on the USS Vinson. He married Kelsie Adamy, a 2011 Heritage High graduate, on Aug. 3, 2019 at Lake Tahoe. Together, Zach and Kelsie have a son, Canon, born on May 4, 2022. Auer has served as a Special Forces Recruiter in Orange County from 2017-2020. Also celebrating Zachary’s promotion were proud family members mother Sheri Thayer, sister Jami Auer, Father Michael Auer and wife Myra Medina Auer, mother and father-In-law Heather and

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Lions hope for playoffs after Brentwood Bowl By Juan Cebreiros Correspondent

Coming off a blowout loss at home to Pittsburg High, the Liberty Lions get ready to host cross-town rival Heritage High in the Brentwood Bowl. However, there is more at stake than just a trophy and bragging rights this Friday night. Entering the contest, Liberty finds themselves in a tight playoff race to see who will earn the last remaining spots for North Coast Section Division I playoffs. Due to James Logan winning their league and earning the automatic qualification to NCS playoffs, Liberty, Clayton Valley Charter or Campolindo will miss NCS Division I playoffs as the three schools battle for the last two remaining playoff seeds. “The unfortunate reality is that deserving playoff teams will not make playoffs, and we may be one of those teams,” Lions head coach Mike Cable said of the current NCS playoff situation. A win Friday night over Heritage

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should guarantee the Lions either the six or the seven seed, however playoffs seedings will not be finalized until this Sunday when the NCS committee has their meeting, according to the CIF-NCS website. Victory is crucial for the Lions, but it will not come easily. Liberty’s defense has strug-

gled to stop the run in recent weeks, most notably in their 21-point loss to Pittsburg and a one-point victory over Antioch high. In those two games, the Lions’ defense surrendered just under 600 combined rushing yards. With the defense of sophomores at various starting positions, Cable said that

has played a factor in the team “a little more out-physicaled” this season. To counter this and help stop the run this week, Cable said his defense “needs to be intentional about plugging gaps and filling holes” to prevent the Patriots from running over them. “I do expect them to run on us,” Cable said. “If you look at all the teams we’ve struggled against, they ran the ball. So I feel they’re gonna come right at us.” While the Lions’ season possibly depends on the outcome of Friday night’s contest, the Patriots themselves are battling for an NCS Division II playoff spot, and a win would go a long way for them in the race. Heritage has not beaten Liberty in the Brentwood Bowl since the 2016 season. However, Cable isn’t letting the distraction of the Brentwood Bowl or the playoff situation affect the Lions’ approach to Friday night’s game. “All we can do is lock in this last week and do the very best job that we can, and show everybody that we deserve to be there,” Cable said.

BVAL flag football looks to the future as Liberty takes inaugural title in regular-season finale Liberty girls flag football head coach Matt Malzahn gets the celebratory Gatorade dump after the Lions blew out Heritage 52-6 in the regularseason finale to capture the first BVAL girls flag football title.

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Over a month ago in the inaugural BVAL flag football gameday at Heritage, the Liberty High girls flag football team lost 25-6 to Heritage in a game in which head coach Matt Malzahn said that “they didn’t know what to expect.” In Monday night’s season finale, Liberty was out for blood as they picked off Heritage eight times en route to a 52-6 win getting not only revenge for the opening day loss, but also clinching the first BVAL girls flag football league championship. “We definitely worked hard,” Lions senior Gabriella Pantoja said. “We came really far from the beginning of the season. We definitely just came out to play. It’s surreal right now.” The championship clinching game had everything when it was all said and done – the first girls flag football banner, and Malzahn even got the famed Gatorade dump when the clock hit all zeroes. “Our first game against Heritage, we had maybe three practices at that point,” Malzahn explained. “As we were playing, we kind of developed our defense. I’m proud of our defensive coordinator, he put together a solid defense, and that is just what culminated the events for today.” With the regular season in the rearview mirror, both Liberty and Heritage will play next in Saturday’s North Coast Section tournament amongst the other teams from

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the NCS. Liberty takes on California High on Saturday afternoon in the inaugural tournament. However, he also says that he would like to see a longer season. “I actually wish we had more games at this point,” he said. “We started off in league play and didn’t get a chance to play those preseason games to kind of get our feet wet. So, I’m a little disappointed that we only got 10 games, but next year, I’m going to expand it to 24 games, so we should be fine for next year.” Coaches throughout the league say that some of the changes they expect to come in 2024 are the addition of an official junior varsity squad. Teams like Freedom had an unofficial one they called their “silver squad” this season, a part of the new

program that was essentially their junior varsity team. “The way it’s looking, everybody’s going to have two teams, and they’ll just grow,” Freedom head coach Kevin Hartwig said after his Falcons defeated Deer Valley 18-12 in overtime in the second game of the night Monday. “It was exciting this year but it needs to get bigger.” Another change that may be considered after Monday night’s finale could be the inclusion of safety headwear, whether it be helmets or padded helmets similar to what the boys wear during the 7-on-7 tournaments. During the first game of the night, one of Antioch’s players came down on the turf hard, landing on her head. She was eventually airlifted to a nearby hospital and the

Panthers game against Pittsburg was called off with 9:30 left. “They just have to look at the studies on how efficient it is and so on.” Hartwig said. “I think that’s going to lead to the officials and everybody in the higher-ups.” Malzahn said. “I think, number one safety is making sure the girls are safe and protected. I will advocate for at least having some kind of protection if that means we have to kind of reevaluate what the equipment looks like.” The one thing that girls flag football can look forward to going forward is its inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, approved last week by the International Olympic Committee. “I love how everything is evolving and I’m happy that (flag football) is changing in so many different ways,” Pantoja said. Flag football is no stranger to international play. It was featured at The World Games in Birmingham back in July 2022. Then, the U.S. men’s national team defeated Italy 46-36, while the Mexican women’s national team beat the U.S. 39-6, according to twg2022.com, the World Games website. “I got super excited when I heard that it’s gonna be in the Olympics,” Freedom senior Raelynn Hernandez said. “I’m really hoping that colleges jump on it so I could possibly, play for the future and move up to the Olympics maybe.” To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

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Heritage Patriots confident entering emotionally charged Brentwood Bowl Freedom, both of which are a combined 0-8 in the Bay Valley Athletic League. However, Heritage has shown signs of growth throughout league play this season. The Patriots’ defense managed to keep a high-scoring Antioch team to less than 20 points before the bye week. Heritage is the only team this season to do so to Antioch and nearly upset the Panthers before a last-second touchdown. Their 28 points scored at Pittsburg two weeks ago was the most any BVAL team scored against the Pirates this season as well. The Patriots have shown more consistency and efficiency offensively as well lately, as both Babbitt and fellow junior Austin Peters combined to go 9 for 10 in the air for 162 yards against Freedom with Babbitt’s touchdown in the first half. Heritage’s run game is starting to take off also as they ran for a season-high 267 yards against the Patriots, also with a season-high four rushing scores. The thing that fans will watch for on Friday is whether or not that momentum will carry into Friday night and if it’ll be enough for Heritage to end Liberty’s streak. “We’d like to think every year is going to be ‘the year,’” Fogelstrom said. “We’re gonna give it everything we have. We’re healthy and we’re peaking at the right time. We’re certainly excited about this one.”

By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

Brentwood football’s big week has finally arrived. And if the last two weeks are any indication for the Heritage Patriots, their confidence is as high as their emotions entering this year’s Brentwood Bowl at Liberty on Friday night. “It’s definitely our biggest week of the year,” Heritage junior quarterback Phillip Babbitt said. “It’s an exciting week, everyone has fun but we know we got to lock in because we can’t slip on Liberty. We have to work hard and take it seriously.” “Obviously, the Big Little Game (Antioch vs. Pittsburg) has just an amazing tradition,” Heritage head coach Dave Fogelstrom said. “But I think that this game is starting to bring that tradition and that emotion.” Heritage is coming off their best performance of the season last week -- a 35-0 win over Freedom in their Senior Night game. Fogelstrom mentioned then that the team’s confidence grew after their loss at undefeated Pittsburg two weeks ago. He also knows that the team needs to execute if they’re going to win at Liberty on Friday, something the team is focused on. “This is a week where you need to play a clean game,” Fogelstrom said. “You need to play an emotional game, you need

Heritage senior Brooks Davis stiff arms a Freedom defender during the Patriots game against the Falcons last Friday night.

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to play a physical game, and you need to play your best game of the year or you’re not going to be on the winning side.” The Patriots have not been on the winning side of Brentwood’s big game since 2016, beating the Lions 54-21, the last time the game was played in the middle of the season. “Hopefully we get it this year,” Babbitt said. “(Winning the Brentwood Bowl) would mean everything. It would probably shock Brentwood too because everyone’s favoring Liberty.” Since the rivalry moved to the current structure in the final week of the regular season in 2017, Liberty has dominated the series,

winning the last six consecutive matchups. Last year’s 35-28 loss was the closest that Heritage has come to beating the Lions during the streak as their comeback fell just short at home. “The last three years we’ve been narrowing that gap every single year,” Fogelstrom said. “Last year came down to basically one yard, so we’re trying to find the discipline to get that one yard or those few points and push us over the hump.” A confident Heritage enters Friday night winners of two of their last three games. However, those two wins are against a rebuilding Deer Valley team and against

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Liberty High’s boys and girls water polo teams clinched their respective league championships last week after both teams defeated Heritage in their regular-season finale last Saturday. Not only did they defeat the Patriots to clinch the fifth Bay Valley Athletic League title for the boys team and the 10th for the girls, they also knocked their crosstown rival out of an NCS playoff bid. The boys water polo team won 12-6 thanks to a six-goal effort by junior Qusai Drief and a pair of three-goal games by both senior captain

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Editor: Is it open or not? That is what the residents in Byron ask themselves about our post office on a daily basis. It is really frustrating, not to mention an inconvenience for a lot of us, if not most of us residents. During business hours the

doors will be locked when you get there. Therefore, I have had to patronize the Discovery Bay post office on several occasions, which I can honestly say was not the most friendly or pleasant experience I’ve had as a customer. Mr. Postmaster treated the customers as well as myself with no common courtesy at all! After a 10-minute wait to be helped, his attitude

was as if we were totally disturbing him and was clearly not happy about helping the customer. Mr. Postmaster claimed he would treat all the customers and the community with dignity and respect. Perhaps he needs a refresher course on public relations as well as common courtesy! If our own post office was open, I could have taken care of my postal

business there instead of interrupting Mr. Postmaster daily. A smile and common courtesy go a long way! Try it sometime, Mr. Postman. Have a great day to all the postal workers. We appreciate all of your hard work. Also, I wish you all the luck with the new Mr. Postmaster. Tia Byer Byron

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For transparency, there’s a chance that this story was written either entirely or partially by artificial intelligence. Considering how people take in news and facts, both real and artificial, I’ll let you decide how this was written. Besides, my byline is here only for the paycheck. Journalism faces its greatest foe yet, one that’s exponentially bigger than the people who don’t respect it – artificial intelligence. For what it’s worth, having artificial intelligence applications such as Google’s project “Genesis” or even ChatGPT write a basic story about yet another car crash on Fairview Avenue, Sand Creek Road, Balfour Road or Lone Tree Way, or anywhere on Vasco Road or Highway 4 would save me a lot of time, judgment, and unnecessary stress. All I would have to do is input the basic details and let the A.I. go to work. That would actually allow us to be at every accident all throughout East County (and there are a lot) and report on people’s terrible driving. Whether it would have everything correct or not, well that’s yet to be seen. For those who are simply not familiar with computers, artificial intelligence refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and learn like people. It’s a branch of computer science that focuses on the development of algorithms and systems that can perform tasks that usually require human intelligence. Artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, including journalism. The incorporation of A.I. into journalism sparked a profound shift in the way news is produced, disseminated, and consumed. While convenient in its own right, generative A.I programs like Genesis and ChatGPT should be considered as threats to the journalism industry. Job security aside, journalism needs the human element, for better or worse. Readers connect to writers through the stories produced. It creates opportunities for necessary conversations and debates. Arguing with A.I.

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is like arguing with a wall. Heck, even Siri stops responding after a while. The state of journalism, in its own right, is also an interesting case study specifically between what’s real and factual and what the public considers real and factual. Writers, like myself, sometimes make small mistakes that have our own readers publically ask us “How hard is your job?” I’d say our job is harder than it looks. But in an age when citizen journalism is in higher public regard than the actual profession itself and those in it, I plead ‘no comment.’ Journalism and its community have faced their share of challenges in the recent past thanks to the mass amount of self-identified intellectuals repeatedly telling us that we are wrong on everything. This explains why journalists are therapists’ best customers. In the common people’s defense, mistakes made by journalists (cough, 2016 elections) led to blogs and websites finding their way in our field to be considered “legit.” Adding in paywalls for something that used to be free for the people didn’t help either. I say all of this as the New York Times takes another $15 out of my account today. (Speaking of which, I am once again asking for your financial support. As I think all of you know, a yearly digital subscrip-

tion to The Press costs as little as $20. So, for just five cents a day, you too can help support Brentwood-based journalists.) Honestly, it’s already in our day-today lives without many of us thinking about it. Once upon a time, we were able to check our own calendars to see what meetings or appointments we had. We were able to check the weather, or turn on a particular artist or song on our music players. Now, we just ask Siri on iPhone and Google Assistant on Android devices to do relatively simple and mundane tasks. Journalists are no exception. Some journalists use apps like Otter and Grammarly to help us with our stories. The automation for mundane tasks like transcriptions and spellcheck and grammar check allow us to allocate our time and expertise to more complex and creative aspects of reporting. “There’s a lot of day-to-day minutiae that kind of slows down things like spell checking, transcribing, things like that,” C.J. Holmes of the San Francisco Chronicle said to The Press. “If there’s a way that A.I can make that part of the job a little easier, I’m all for it.” A.I.-driven recommendation systems can tailor news content to their individual reader’s preferences. Don’t agree with the facts from one news website? There are alternatives. This not only enhances user engagement, but also ensures that the reader

receives information that is relevant and interesting to them, in short, factual to what the reader wants to believe. However, the process of A.I.-written articles already started to not-so-great results. Last year, the technology website CNET started publishing articles fully generated by artificial intelligence that were marred with errors. Another tech website, The Verge, reported that 41 of 77 of CNET’s A.I.-written stories in 2022 required corrections – over half of the stories that were published. “In terms of in-depth reporting, feature stories, there’s nothing that can replace human brilliance,” Holmes added. “There is no A.I. that can simulate human brilliance counteraction, things of that nature.” This summer, Google pitched their A.I. program called “Genesis.” Genesis is Google’s version of ChatGPT with a bit of a catch – it could write full news stories. According to Google, Genesis can take in information from current events and generate news content. There may be debates and concerns about A.I.’s place in journalism, and it’s unlikely that people will whole-heartedly give up on it. If the concerns are addressed to ensure the quality of stories and journalistic integrity, there can be a coexistence between people and A.I. And from then on A.I can take over and take my job. Probably.

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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. 061617 91307 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

ship 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-23-961332-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 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.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004990 The name of the business(es): Cal Tech Enviro Pest Management. Located at: 2210 Cordoba Ct. In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): BCAM Corporation. 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 04/08/1998. Signature of registrant: Robert Garcia JR., President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 22, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 09/21/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91574 Publish dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, 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 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 EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GABRIEL RIOS, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 4/2/2021 as Instrument No. 2021-0099718 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 owner-

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Located at: 144 E 15th Street In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Aristeo Ruiz Ramirez. 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: Aristeo Ruiz Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 4, 2023 by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Deputy Clerk Expires 10/3/2028 BrentNAME STATEMENT wood Press No. 02-1273 91380 Publish File No. F-2023-0004918 The name of dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, the business(es): Pacific Coast Em- 2023. balmings Located at: 55 Outrigger Way FICTITIOUS BUSINESS In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby NAME STATEMENT registered by the following owner(s): File No. F-2023-0005522The name of Luis A Claudio. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant the business(es): Aranda Tax Service commenced to transact business under Located at: 933 N Estates Dr. In: Brentthe fictitious business name or names wood, CA 94561, is hereby registered by listed above on 11/14/2013. Signature the following owner(s): Paulo Aranda. of registrant: An Individual. This state- This business is conducted by: An Inment was filed with the County Clerk dividaul The registrant commenced to of Contra Costa County on: Septem- transact business under the fictitious ber 19, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires business name or names listed above 09/18/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02- on 04-01-2023. Signature of regis1273 91465. Publish dates: October 27, trant: Paulo Aranda- Individual. This statement was filed with the County November 3, 10, 17, 2023 Clerk of Contra Costa County on: OctoFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ber 23, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires NAME STATEMENT 10/22/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02File No. F-2023-0005010 The name of 12-1273 91464 Publish dates: October the business(es): 27, Novemeber 3, 10, 17, 2023. 1. Paw Campus FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2. Find Pet Owner LLC NAME STATEMENT Located at: 2400 Brandon Miles Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regis- File No. F-2023-0005538 The name of tered by the following owner(s): Paw the business(es): Mora’s Janitorial LoCampus LLC. This business is conducted cated at: 2197 B Railroad Ave In: Pittsby: A Limited Liability Company, State burg, CA 94565, is hereby registered of Organization: CA. The registrant com- by the following owner(s): Silvia Mora menced to transact business under the Sandoval. This business is conducted fictitious business name or names listed by: An Individual. The registrant comabove on N/A. Signature of registrant: menced to transact business under the Serguise Younani, CEO. This statement fictitious business name or names listed was filed with the County Clerk of Contra above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Costa County on: September 25, 2023 by Silvia Mora Sandoval. This statement Deputy Clerk Expires 9/24/2028 Brent- was filed with the County Clerk of Conwood Press No. 02-1273 91424 Publish tra Costa County on: October 24, 2023 dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/23/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91483 2023. Publish dates: October 27, November FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3,10, 17, 2023. NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-2023-0005121 The name of NAME STATEMENT the business(es): CURIOUS-ITY Located at: 629 1st Street In: Brentwood, CA File No. F-2023-0005586 The name of 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- the business(es): Sio Tai Chi Located lowing owner(s): A LA REINE LLC. This at: 198 Brown Drive In: Pacheco, CA business is conducted by: A Limited 94553, is hereby registered by the folLiability Company, State of Organiza- lowing owner(s): Siobhan Stuart. This tion: CA. The registrant commenced to business is conducted by: An Individual. transact business under the fictitious The registrant commenced to transact business name or names listed above on business under the fictitious business CA. Signature of registrant: Philip Dolle, name or names listed above on N/A. Manager. This statement was filed with Signature of registrant: Siobhan Stuart, the County Clerk of Contra Costa County Individual. This statement was filed on: September 29, 2023 by Deputy Clerk with the County Clerk of Contra Costa Expires 9/28/2028 Brentwood Press No. County on: October 26, 2023 by Deputy 02-1273 91428 Publish dates: October Clerk Expires 10/25/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91575 Publish dates: 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2023. November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005149 The name of the business(es): Legacy Lawns File No. F-2023-0005603 The name of Landscaping Located at: 2960 Celeste the business(es): Isla Bonita MexiWay In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby can Restaurant Located at: 6256 registered by the following owner(s): Bethel Island Rd In: Bethel Island Rd, CA Cierra Jessica Frances Rayner. This busi- 94561, is hereby registered by the folness is conducted by: An Individual. The lowing owner(s): Sonia Patricia Ayala. registrant commenced to transact busi- This business is conducted by: An Inness under the fictitious business name dividual. The registrant commenced to or names listed above on N/A. Signature transact business under the fictitious of registrant: Cierra Rayner, Individual. business name or names listed above This statement was filed with the on N/A. Signature of registrant: Sonia County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Ayala. This statement was filed with the October 2, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 10/1/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02- October 27, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Ex1273 91342 Publish dates: October 13, pires 10/26/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91573 Publish dates: Novem20, 27, November 3, 2023. ber 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NOTICE OF LIEN SALE NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005176 The name of Notice is hereby given that pursuant the business(es): Delta Construction to California Self Storage Facility Act Located at: 550 Discovery Bay Blvd In: of the Business and Professions Code Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby 21700 ET seq., the undersigned, Oakley registered by the following owner(s): Self Storage, will sell by competitive Delta Decks And Docks Inc. This business bidding in an online auction on www. is conducted by: A Corporation, State of storagetreasures.com the personal Incorporation: CA. The registrant com- property of: menced to transact business under the Charlene Tidwell fictitious business name or names listed Joanne Enea above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Leonard Rudolph Michael Harbert, President. This state- Naomi Lopez ment was filed with the County Clerk of Nicole Muller Contra Costa County on: October 3, 2023 Anielka Vallecillo by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/2/2028 Guohao Wu Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91421 Property to be sold: boxes, furniPublish dates: October 20, 27, Novem- ture, tools, household goods, and other misc. items. Sale will end on ber 3, 10, 2023. Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 at FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 9:30 A.M. Goods must be paid in cash NAME STATEMENT and removed at completion of sale. Sale File No. F-2023-0005192 The name of is subject to cancellation in the event the business(es): NB Landscape Pro of settlement between owner and ob-

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United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 396 CLAREMONT DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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 the Deed of Trust, estimated 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 obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $502,491.42 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000315-211. 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 NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER 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 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA08000315-21-1 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. Date: October 11, 2023 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08000315-21-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 By: Loan Quema, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0441882 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 10/27/2023, 11/03/2023, 11/10/2023. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91452 Publish Dates: October 27, November 3, 10, 2023.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Alma Bercynthia Johnson, deceased CASE NUMBER P23-01658 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Alma Bercynthia Johnson, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Destiny Phillips in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Destiny Phillips 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: 2/8/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Colleen Shaw - SBN 269892 535 Main Street, Third Floor Martinez, CA 94553. (415) 323-8066 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91571 Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 2023. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No: CA08000315-21-1 APN: 010380-013 TO No: 210434063-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 7, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 27, 2023 at 01:30 PM, at the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 14, 2006 as Instrument No. 20060223393-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by GARY N. GOBIN AND STELLA GOBIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, as Beneficiary, as nominee for AEGIS FUNDING CORPORATION as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the

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

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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 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. 021273 91383 Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

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 EL DORADO, 2850 FAIRLANE CT., PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 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): Beverly Tribuiani. 935 Darby Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513. DATE (Fecha): 9/11/2023 Clerk, by (Secretario): Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served – as an individual defendant. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91487 Publish Dates: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023.

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-2023-0005225 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.030477 91386 Publish dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023.

der 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.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 23FL0897 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Sophie Montez and Daniel Ulrich YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Beverly Tribuiani 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 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

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 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),

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. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE The following persons are in lien at Oakley Gateway Self Storage 2101 Laurel Rd. Oakley, CA 94561: Lisa Littrell Silvia Espinoza Isaac Avalos Castaneda Luis Barraza Lance Brewer Aurelio De Leon Derrick Harley Adam Hopson Calvin Horton Shameka Wilbon The items to be sold include: Misc. Furniture, Clothes, Toys,Electronics, Household Items. All bids must be placed prior to Auction posted end time. The date of the sale will be 11/08/2023 @ 2:30 pm.The location of the sale will be: Online at www.storagetreasures.com Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91513 Publish Dates: October 27, November 3, 2023. 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 un-

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02-1273 listed above on N/A. Signature of reg- any petition or account as provided in Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 27, No- istrant: Christine Crenshaw, President. Probate Code section 1250. A Request vember 3, 2023 This statement was filed with the for Special Notice form is available from County Clerk of Contra Costa County the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on: 09/29/2023 by Deputy Clerk Ex- Patricia W. Ribeiro / Victorium Legal NAME STATEMENT pires 09/28/2028 Brentwood Press No. Inc. 2043 Anderson Rd. Ste C, Davis, File No. F-2023-0005405 The name of 02-1273 CA 95616. (530)601-3311. Brentwood the business(es): Blackbird Trauma Publish Dates: October 20, 27, Novem- Press No. 02-1273 Training Located at: 3148 Stone Road ber 3, 10, 2023 Publish Dates: October 20, 27, NovemIn: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby ber 3, 2023 registered by the following owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Marjorie Florestal. This business is conNAME STATEMENT NOTICE OF PETITION TO ducted by: An Individual. The registrant File No. F-2023-0004633 The name of ADMINISTER ESTATE commenced to transact business under the business(es): Premier Processing OF: Lewis Carlis Diffey, deceased the fictitious business name or names Located at: 428 Pintor Way In: Oakley, CASE NUMBER P23-01758 To all listed above on 05/01/2023. Signa- CA 94561, is hereby registered by heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, continture of registrant: Marjorie Florestal, the following owner(s): Golden State gent creditors, and persons who may Individual. This statement was filed Transactions and Notary Solutions, LLC. otherwise be interested in the will or with the County Clerk of Contra Costa This business is conducted by: A Limited estate, or both, of: Lewis Carlis Diffey, County on: 10/16/2023 by Deputy Clerk Liability Company, State of Organizati deceased. A Petition for Probate has Expires 10/15/2028 Brentwood Press on: CA. The registrant commenced to been filed by: Sharon Elaine Peterson in No. 02-1273 transact business under the fictitious the Superior Court of California, County Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, business name or names listed above of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for 2023 on N/A. Signature of registrant: Domi- Probate requests that: Sharon nique Ross, President. This statement Elaine Peterson be appointed as FICTITIOUS BUSINESS was filed with the County Clerk of Con- personal representative to administer NAME STATEMENT tra Costa County on: August 31, 2023 the estate of the decedent. The petition File No. F-2023-0005251 The name of by Deputy Clerk Expires 08/30/2028 requests authority to administer the the business(es): Smoke on the Wa- Oakley Press No. 03-0477 estate under the Independent Adminter Located at: 2108 Blue Rock Circle In: Publish Dates: October 13, 20, 27, No- istration of Estates Act. (This authority Concord, CA 94521, is hereby registered vember 3, 2023 will allow the personal representative by the following owner(s): Marc Larz to take many actions without obtainLister. This business is conducted by: an FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing court approval. Before taking cerIndividual. The registrant commenced NAME STATEMENT tain very important actions, however, to transact business under the ficti- File No. F-2023-000 4964 The name the personal representa tive will be tious business name or names listed of the business(es): Hauoli Co. LLC required to give notice to interested above on . Signature of registrant: Marc Located at: 67 Sunchase Ct. In: Oakley, persons unless they have waived noLarz Lister, Owner/Operator. This state- CA 94561, is hereby registered by the tice or consented to the proposed acment was filed with the County Clerk following owner(s): Hauoli Co LLC. This tion.) 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Veterans Day breakfast on Nov. 14 moved to Veterans Memorial Building Annual event had been at Excelsior Middle School By Hemananthani Sivanandam Correspondent

A heartfelt tradition of honoring veterans will continue on Tuesday, Nov. 14, from 8 to 10 a.m. as the American Legion Auxiliary will be hosting a pancake breakfast. Over the past eight years, the veterans breakfast event was held at the Excelsior Middle School, organized by Dolores Long, who was a teacher there. However, this year, the event will take place at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 1st St. because Long, who has been an educator for over 15 years, has taken a short break from teaching.

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Long said she started the veterans breakfast at Excelsior Middle School when she was teaching there as she wanted her students to recognize and remember the contributions of veterans. “My students were an integral part

Halloween from page 1A mation officer Chris Toler. That total was almost double the amount of calls from a week prior on Oct. 24, and was a slight uptick from the 17 calls they had on Halloween

night last year. Discovery Bay Nothing unusual, said Charlene Jacquez, a lieutenant in the county Office of the Sheriff. It was business as usual,

Family from page 1A scared, young soldier who kept muttering ‘I’m leaving and going home’. While recovering in Japan, his outfit was relieved by another branch of the military, which took ‘Heartbreak Ridge’.” Angelo served from 1958 to 1960, then served in the Army Reserve from 1960 to 1964 while stationed at Fort Ord near Monterey. In 2015, Angelo suffered a traumatic brain injury unrelated to his service. In 2021, Angelo opened up about him and his brothers all serving in the military. “We all as a family, have all served for the U.S. Army for the U.S. military,” Angelo said. “We were dedicated. I was very proud to be an American soldier. I used to wear their uniform, and I loved it. I loved the military. I was very proud!” Along with Angelo, the “Shoe Valley Seven” include: • Manuel Berumen, U.S. Army Private First Class (PFC) from 1943-1946, and served during World War II in the Aleutian Islands, Burma, and India.

of planning and hosting the event from cooking pancakes, decorating and setting up the auditorium, and then most importantly, sitting next to a veteran and encouraging them to tell their story. “It’s a beautiful connection for stu-

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Anthony “Tony” Berumen, U.S. Army Private First Class from 19551957 and was stationed in Tacoma, Washington. Salvadore “Sal” Berumen, Army from 1945-1947, and was stationed in Korea before the Korean War.

Sticky from page 1A the only varieties of trees being affected in Brentwood. “Orchard Park, Veterans Park, and Walnut Park are just a few of the most affected parks, while Balfour Road, Spruce Street, Fairview Avenue, and Minnesota Avenue are some of the affected right-of-way areas,” Wanden said. “Staff is very much aware of the issue and working closely with City contractors to help remedy the pest issues.” Wanden said that upcoming seasonal cooler temperatures and wet weather will help control of the pests and

she said. Melissa van Ruiten and Dawnmarie Fehr contributed to this report. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

Jesus “Jess” Berumen, Army from 1949-1951. Jess served in Korea during the war before returning home for the death of his mother. He eventually returned to Korea where he was wounded and returned home and received the Purple Heart Medal. • Mel Berumen, U.S. Army Corporal from 1952-1954. Mel was stationed in Japan and received various awards. • Frank Berumen, Army from 19621965. Frank served in Vietnam during the war. The “Shoe Valley Seven” were also brothers to two sisters: Carmen and Mary. Of the seven brothers, Manuel, Anthony, Salvadore, Mel, and Frank are now deceased, with Jess today residing in Sacramento and Angelo still in Knightsen where their family grew up. Michael said that in spite of all seven brothers enlisting in the Army at one time or another, the significance of it was often downplayed, likening it to more of a coincidence. “What is significant was that I never

sap, adding that parks staff have been power-washing parks, sidewalks, shade covers, play equipment, and other amenities in city parks regularly trying to rid the sap. According to the city’s website, the city bears responsibility for maintaining trees on city property, including medians, parkways, parks, common areas, and open space. Homeowners, meanwhile, are responsible for tree health and safety by maintaining adequate clearances over sidewalks and streets --10 feet over sidewalks and 15 feet over streets -- along with proper irrigation, staking, fertilization, proper pruning practices, and potential removal and replacement if the tree becomes a

dents, and even some of my colleagues with the veterans,” she said. This year, Long will be helped by members of the American Legion Auxiliary as well as some former students and their parents. She said some of her former students insist on bringing their grandparents or parents who have served in the military every time they held the breakfast event. “I will have a couple of students whose parents believe they should be involved with community service, and they will be there,” Long said. Organizers said the event has already received sign-ups, including a 100-yearold veteran, who will be escorted by his daughter. Long hopes to attract more veterans and active-duty military personnel to share in the camaraderie. All active-duty military and veterans are encouraged to attend and send in their RSVP. For information and to RSVP, call Long at 925-584-6712.

heard any of them talk about their time in the military with more than just a brief comment,” Michael said. “It was just something that was done. I don’t remember a mention of these seven brothers all serving in the Army, until my dad opened up and talked about it.” Michael added that it was only in the last dozen years that he really began to reflect on what it meant to be able to serve their country by joining the armed forces, while crediting his dad and uncles for instilling integrity in him. “I think back now on what it might have meant to them as simply put; it was our duty as Americans,” Michael said. “Obviously, it was a different country in those days for many reasons. He stated how proud they were to wear the uniform, and how proud they were to be Americans. Since then, things began to click in my mind about these brothers, and how proud I am to be part of such a family.” To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

hazard or dies. “If residents are experiencing similar issues with their privately maintained trees, we recommend they contact a local pest control company to better assess their individual issue and properly identify the exact pest,” Wanden said. “Power washing or a high-pressure nozzle on a hose can help wash the secretions off of sidewalks and other surfaces.” For details on trees in Brentwood, including the municipal code for trees, visit https://www.brentwoodca.gov/government/parks-recreation/parks-and-trails/ parks/tree-information.

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One perspective: “Do you miss it? Yes, but…” Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of first-person profiles and Q&As on the following pages of today’s Press written by former U.S. servicemembers.

o if I’m being honest, I hadn’t even planned on joining the Army. I had hit a spot in my life where I was in a rut – I had some college

completed, but no real direction or motivation to finish. I had been working a retail job for six years and had gotten about as far as I was going to get there, and I had recently broken up with someone. With another holiday season staring me down, I was looking for a reset button. What I found was a recruiting station in a strip mall – we’ve all been by a thousand like it, all the services sharing space and chatting up a constant rotation of high schoolers trying to look more brave than nervous mixed with more “seasoned” men and women in civilian clothes who talked in a way that I would realize later mean they had been in before and were looking to Christopher come back. When I hit the door, we were van Ruiten just past the fifth anniversary of 9/11 and bodies were needed in every service – it so happened that the Navy recruiters were out and the next door was the Army. While I was older than the “typical” recruit (I had turned 28 a few months earlier) that was no deterrent at all to the Staff Sergeant I ran into. I can’t remember his name, but funny enough I remember he was really excited to tell me about his “regular” job as a tank crewman. The short version of the story is he got his hooks in me and basically gave me the “standard” rundown – travel the world! Learn valuable skills! Be a leader!

All of which were technically true, but maybe not the way they seem to in the commercials. Once I got through the initial pitch and was offered my choice of jobs, it was the decision point. And decide I did – three months later I was off to initial entry training (aka boot camp), followed by more specific training from my new job as an allsource intelligence analyst. And yes, I have heard the joke about Army intelligence being an oxymoron – why do you ask? A short aside – I’m not sure what I did to my recruiter to make him hate me just a little bit, but going to Missouri in the dead of winter and then on to southern Arizona just in time for summer makes me think that SOMETHING I said didn’t land well. But at least I can say that I know what an ice storm feels like now, and I also now know that wearing a beret outside in the desert summer, when combined with a very short haircut, leaves a rather hysterical tan line on a person’s scalp. I was lucky enough to serve at two very different duty stations – first at a small base in Japan just west of Tokyo, then at Fort Drum in northern New York. I was able to learn a lot at both places, both good and bad. I also extended my contract to spend a year deployed In Afghanistan during the “surge” of 2010-2011. Again, a learning experience – there are moments that I will treasure forever even if they involve being yelled at by a one-star general close enough that I could see a good portion of the chewing tobacco he had tucked in his lip, and there are moments that will be forever etched in my head like holding a salute on the flight line while several flag-covered caskets were carried on the shoulders of soldiers into a waiting aircraft for a last flight home. After my Afghanistan adventure was over, I returned home to a different life – my Army term was up, my oldest was starting school, and there was a baby in the house that had been born during my deployment. While I worked supporting the Army for a few years, then the U.S. State Department, I drifted away from that life and returned to being a civilian. I often get asked, “Do

you miss it?” My answer is always “yes, but…” I miss the camaraderie terribly sometimes – no matter where I worked, no matter where anyone else was from, we were bonded by a shared job, shared goal, sometimes just a shared eyeroll at a “hard-charging” officer who was going to find out the hard way that THEIR boss was not going to be a fan of the latest Great Idea. I miss my “battle buddy” from basic training and advanced training – we could not have been more different since I was the “old man from Cali” and he was fresh out of a New Jersey high school, but we still talk and text. Another soldier from my training classes was also assigned to Japan with me and we also will still make sure to point out when someone’s favorite hockey team has just won in embarrassing fashion over the other’s, or just to check in. There have been tougher moments too – hearing about soldiers I have served with not coming home from subsequent deployments or losing struggles with their own demons long after leaving the Army have also left a mark. Looking back at it now, it’s hard to say what I would have changed while I was in uniform. I certainly don’t regret my decision – the Army is a huge, maddening bureaucracy sometimes, but after seeing what men and women that I served with were asked to do and excelled at, I am absolutely proud to have been a part of it. – Formerly Sgt. Christopher van Ruiten We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; For he to-day that sheds his blood with me Shall be my brother; be he ne’er so vile, This day shall gentle his condition: And gentlemen in England now a-bed Shall think themselves accursed they were not here, And hold their manhoods cheap whiles any speaks That fought with us upon Saint Crispin’s day. – From Henry V, Act IV, Scene III.

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For Hester, service is all in the family The Press talked to several East County veterans in a Q&A format in honor of Veterans Day about their experiences serving in the military. This is Donald Hester’s story. What was your branch and rank? United States Marine Corps Reserve, Lance corporal (LCpl) Why did you decide to enlist? I made the decision to enlist in the military due to the profound influence of my family’s military history. My grandfather, a WWII Army Air Corps Veteran and former POW in Germany, and my father, a Navy veteran who served on the USS Kitty Hawk Donald during the Vietnam Hester War, both played a significant role in shaping my perspective on service. My enlistment occurred just prior to the first Gulf War, and I believe their experiences instilled in me a strong sense of duty and commitment to serving others. What was your MOS and what did it entail? I served as a field radio operator during my military service. This role encompassed a wide range of responsibilities related to communication support for units operating in the field. I was primarily attached

to a land support battalion, which meant that my communication support duties were crucial in various types of operations. Whether it was facilitating communication during training exercises or ensuring seamless information exchange in the midst of real-world missions, my role as a field radio operator was essential in keeping our units connected and well-informed. What was one of your best experiences? One of the most cherished aspects of my time in the Marines was the camaraderie among fellow Marines. The strong sense of unity and brotherhood that I experienced during my service has endured to this day. It’s the reason I’m proud to be a member of the local Marine Corps League detachment here in Brentwood. As a result of these connections, many of my closest friends in the community are fellow veterans. What was one of your worst experiences? One of the most frustrating aspects of my military service was navigating the intricate web of regulations and red tape that the military often entails. There were times when it was challenging to adhere to rigid protocols, especially when I could clearly see more efficient ways to accomplish our missions. It could be disheartening when superiors weren’t open to considering alternative approaches, despite their potential benefits.

Was it what you expected? My expectations for military service were shaped by the knowledge that it would be a challenging journey, a notion reinforced by my recruiter’s candid description. In reality, it proved to be an experience that tested me physically, psychologically, and spiritually. It was undeniably grueling, pushing me to my limits in various ways. However, looking back, I wouldn’t hesitate to make the same choice all over again. It was this very journey that played a pivotal role in shaping the person I’ve become today. Would you encourage people to enlist in today’s military? Why or why not? The decision to enlist in the military is a deeply personal one and depends on the individual. Military service can offer a fulfilling and honorable career, and it provides a unique opportunity for serving others. However, it’s important to acknowledge that it may not be the right path for everyone. I do believe, though, that all high school graduates should consider some form of public service post-graduation, whether through the Military, AmeriCorps, or other avenues. Engaging in such service teaches invaluable lessons about the importance of community and our collective responsibility to contribute in some way. It has the potential to make our nation stronger by fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.

A bigger view of society as a whole The Press talked to several East County veterans in a Q&A format in honor of Veterans Day about their experiences serving in the military. This is Joshua Overton’s story. What was your branch and rank? Army. E4. Why did you decide to enlist? Best option to pay for school, learn discipline, and serve a greater cause. What was your MOS and what did it entail? Combat Engineer. Defusing landmines, building bases, clearing routes for infantry and mechanized combat. What was one of your best Joshua experiences? Overton Iraq. What was one of your worst experiences? Iraq. Was it what you expected? No. But I would not trade the opporsee Overton page 4B

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The Press talked to several East County veterans in a Q&A format in honor of Veterans Day about their experiences serving in the military. This is Roger M. Cocksedge’s story.

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What was your branch and rank? U.S. Army Specialist 4th Class E-4 1983-1987 // U.S. Army Reserves Sergeant E-5 19821983 1987-1990 Why did you decide

to enlist? Decided to enlist to earn my U.S. citizenship. What was your MOS (military occupational specialty) and what did it entail? 19D Cavalry Scout additional school: Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Warfare, and Hostile International Borders. European Duty included the East/West German border, and Flag Orders to Berlin. Motorcycle scout for the 3/5 Air Cav Ft. Lewis, Wash. TDY to Japan, Alaska, and the Korean 38th parallel. Lots of peeling potatoes and painting rocks, guard duty,

marching up and down the parade field, and general soldiering just because the First Sergeant was bored. What was one of your best experiences? Meeting friends for life, traveling all over the world (Paris for New Year’s Eve and Day was pretty cool), and gaining immeasurable life experience. What was one of your worst? The smell of burning human flesh. The gruesome, agonizing, screaming of pain that accompanies the wounded. Was it what you expected?

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Of course not. I was 17 when I enlisted. What the heck did I know? I expected crap food, harsh discipline, cold barracks and showers, yelling sergeants and virtually no pay or rest. In that regard I was not let down in the very least. To expect sunshine and unicorns in the service is ludicrous. Having not a crystal ball however, I did not know what to expect. Would you encourage people to enlist in today’s military? Why or why not? Heck no! Today’s youth have it correct by not enlisting, as shown by the Dept. of Defense is own data of tens of thousands of shortfalls in recruitment goals. Today’s youth are not stupid, and have seen the continuous shameful way our Contra Costa County, California, state, and federal leaders have mistreated our country’s military veterans. Currently, The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is planning on making the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building lose more space on land that was originally purchased and dedicated for veteran use. Why enlist, put your life in harm’s way, put your future on hold, be placed in foreign lands for wars that have not been constitutionally declared since 1941, only to return and have to hire a lawyer anytime you want to not just access your legal veteran’s benefits, but to defend what you already have. Additional information Born 1965 England: Father born in England, mother was born in South Africa. Initial immigration to the U.S. in 1968, returned to Europe several times over the years. Graduated from Amador Valley High School in Pleasanton 1983. Achieved U.S. citizenship 1996. Married Margaret A. Linman 1998. Moved to Brentwood in 2000. Mrs. Margaret Cocksedge has been teaching at Liberty High School since 2000.

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tunity I was given. Nor the lessons I have learned. Would you encourage people to enlist in today’s military? Why or why not? Yes, I would. One of my sons has enlisted in the Navy. I believe that all Armed Forces teach discipline, compassion, understanding, and give you a bigger view of society as a whole. I was born and raised in California. I was unaware of the real prejudices that are still out there. When you join the military, and you are serving with people from every race and economic background, you learn a lot. You learn about assumptions, upbringings, and all the different situations that mold people. For me, it was very unique for all of these people from different races and backgrounds to become brothers and sisters for a common cause. Financially, with the college tuition, then walking into a job with benefits and training, and the life skills you learn, it’s hard to beat as a young person walking into the real world.

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Contra Costa County will honor veterans during its annual Veterans Day celebration at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7 in the county Supervisors chambers at 1025 Escobar St. in Martinez, featuring a color guard ceremony by the county’s Sheriff’s Deputies. Veterans Service Office, and staff member Michael Beveridge will also perform “You’ll Never Walk Alone” and national anthem. This year’s ceremony will feature a special recognition for the 50th anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. ground troops from Vietnam. There will also be a keynote address by James Hill, who served as an decorated Army Infantry Officer in Vietnam. Hill also is vice president of the Vietnam Veterans of Diablo Valley. Board Chairman District 1 Supervisor John Gioia said the county honors veterans and their sacrifices. “We honor these heroes who protect the ideals of freedom and democracy. We also celebrate and acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the end of (U.S. involvement in) the Vietnam War,” said Gioia in a statement. There will also be a live broadcast of the celebration on the Contra Costa television channels: Comcast Channel 27, AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, and Astound Channels 32 and 1027, or watch the event live online at www.contracosta.ca.gov/6086 or www. contracostatv.org . To learn more about the Veterans Day Ceremony, visit the county’s website at https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6035. BRENTWOOD In Brentwood, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10789, the American Legion Post 202, and the Marine Corps League have banded together for a Veterans Day ceremony at the Veterans Park at 3841 Balfour Road on Saturday, Nov 11. The ceremony will kick off at 10:30 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and singing of the national anthem, followed by guest speakers. It will end with a bang — a salute by the Marine Corps League’s rifle team. Brentwood City Manager Tim Ogden said the annual Veterans Day celebration by the Veterans of Foreign Wars was not sponsored by the city but had the military veteran Banner program to honor the veterans. In its City Council meeting on Oct. 24, Brentwood also adopted a proclamation unanimously to recognize Nov. 11, 2023, as Veterans Day and called upon residents,

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East County home to a buffet of veterans groups SEAN TONGSON

Below is a list of the different area veterans groups, the services they provide for Brentwood, Antioch, and Oakley, and eligibility requirements to join.

ast County is home to a variety of different veterans groups, allowing a safe

space for veterans to gather to share past experiences and feelings while also promoting mutual understanding and healing. Many of these veterans groups can also provide access to resources such as job fairs, skill-building workshops, and mental health services. Additionally, veterans groups play an essential role in support for the community. “Brentwood Veterans of Foreign Wars work very closely with the city of Brentwood on Veterans Day and Memorial Day Services,” said Delta Veterans Group President J.R. Wilson. “They also work great with Scouts in the Area. The American Legion works great with our local youth. They have a youth program called Boys State and Girls State. Youth become mayors, county supervisors, or even a governor. Together, we all believe in ‘veterans serve their country and veterans serve their communities’.”

BRENTWOOD ♦ Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building: Having existed for 100 years and established as an independent entity in 2006, the veterans building Board is composed of two members appointed or elected from each of the three veterans service organizations. Additionally, each service organization selects alternate board members to ensure consistent representation and continuity within the veterans building. As a demonstration of their commitment, all board members are required to sign a Code of Conduct, emphasizing their adherence to ethical standards and conduct in carrying out their duties of ensuring that the veterans building remains a sacred space to honor the service and sacrifices of veterans for the past hundred years. “Throughout the years, additional veterans service organizations such as the VFW and Marine Corps League have united with the American Legion in this responsibility,” said VFW Post 10789 Commander Bill Weber. “Alongside their dedicated auxiliary organizations, these esteemed veterans have collectively assumed the responsibility of managing and preserving the building and

its property for a century.” ♦ Summerset Veterans Club: This veterans club is dedicated to the mission of veterans helping veterans, while promoting solidarity among persons who are or have been members of the armed forces and awareness and interests in veterans’ affairs and participate in community and civic activities. Additionally, they honor the memory of deceased veterans and members of the armed forces while aiding and comforting their survivors along with hospitalized, disabled, and needy war veterans and their dependents while encouraging patriotism. “Membership in the Summerset Veterans Club is open to all active and retired veterans, including Reserve and National Guard, who have served honorably in any United States Armed Forces,” Weber said. Membership would also include veteran “Allies of the United States Armed Forces and veteran spouses/widows/widowers, regardless of race, color, creed, gender, or ethnic background.” ♦ Trilogy at the Vineyards Veterans Association: If you live at Trilogy at The Vineyards and are a veteran or have a desire to support veterans’ causes, you can participate in the association’s vision to ensure that veterans are respected for their service, receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the

sacrifices they and their loved ones made while serving the country. ♦ Delta Diablo Detachment 1155 Marine Corps League: Regular membership is limited to Marines, Marine veterans, and Navy fleet marine force corpsmen or chaplains who have served with fleet marine force marines. Associate membership is open to veteran sailors, soldiers, airmen, coast guardsmen, wartime merchant marine sailors, along with people who support the Marine Corps League. ♦ Marine Corps League Det. 1155 Auxiliary: Regular members include wives, widows, mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, granddaughters, stepmothers, stepsisters, daughters-in-law, aunts, nieces, mothers-in-law, sisters-in-law of a (current or former) Marine or a U.S. Navy fleet Marine force Corpsman or fleet Marine Force Navy Chaplain, eligible to belong to the Marine Corps League, Inc., and women Marines. Members must be older than 16. Women who don’t meet the listed requirements may join as associate members, and must also be older than 16. ♦ Roy Frerichs American Legion Post 202: Eligibility entails at least one day of active military duty served since Dec. 7, 1941 and honorably discharged, or if one is still serving active military duty honorably. see Groups page 7B

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morial, along with the Veterans Day and Memorial Day ceremonies. “We strive to bring our veterans the four pillars of success: Housing, Employment, Health and Education– one which will not work without the other three,” Weber said. “Our goal is simple- to bring together all of the veteran service organizations in our communities and champion support for our nation’s finest men and women veterans. ♦ Antioch Rivertown Veterans Lions Club: Established in 2019, this is Antioch’s newest veterans organization, providing outreach to local elementary schools by helping low-income kids with school supplies, and have served over 6,400 meals at Stand Down on the Delta as the primary cooks in the kitchen. They additionally offer a vision program. They have also benefited the community with “Wreaths Across America”. ♦ “Rolling 9s” Riders of the American Legion Riders: American Legion District 9 (Contra Costa County) and Post 161 (Antioch) are places where Legionnaires can share not only their common interests in the military, but also their interest in riding. Participants must own a motorcycle, (of any make) capable of freeway speeds, and must be a member of the American Legion, the Sons of the American Legion, or the Legion Auxiliary (meaning participants must be a military veteran or have a spouse, parent, or grandparent who had eligible military service. Members must also demonstrate safe riding skills on group rides and be voted in by membership. ♦ Antioch American Legion Post 161: Established in 1918, this is Antioch’s oldest veterans service organization, as they are responsible for managing the Antioch Veterans Memorial building along with daily community support organizations such as Loaves and Fishes, which runs a lunch meal service every day. ♦ Antioch Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): Contributing $4,000 a month to nonprofits from Loaves and Fishes to the VA Outpatient Clinic in Martinez, Antioch VFW is one of the major sponsors for the annual Stand Down on the Delta events. ♦ The Disabled American Veterans: Established in 1920, a chapter also exists in Pittsburg that covers all of East County. The Disabled American Veterans group helps veterans and their dependents obtain and honorably earned benefits from Veterans Affairs (VA) and lobbies Congress for veterans benefits alongside the VFW and American Legion.

ANTIOCH ♦ Delta Veterans Group: Established in 2012 and founded by VFW Commander President J.R. Wilson, the Delta Veterans Group is composed of both veteran and civilian volunteers who wish to serve veterans. It conducts the annual Stand Down on the Delta event aimed at providing resources to homeless and other veterans, as well as Antioch Veterans Memorial Banners, Antioch Veterans Memorial Park, and Antioch Veterans Me-

OAKLEY ♦ Veterans of Oakley: The Veterans of Oakley is a non-profit organization consisting solely of volunteers that serves members and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Founded in 2015, their mission is to provide educational and vocational opportunities, direct veterans to applicable benefits, and assist with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs claims while also helping to raise money for the Oakley Veterans Memorial.

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♦ Sons of the American Legion Post 202: Those eligible for membership include all male descendants’ adopted sons, and stepsons of members of The American Legion, and such male descendants of veterans who died in service during the period of April 6, 1917 through Nov. 11, 1918, or any time from Dec. 7, 1941 to date who served honorably, as set forth in Article IV, Section 1, of the National Constitution of The American Legion, or who died subsequent to their honorable discharge from such service. ♦ American Legion Post 202 Auxiliary: Membership in The American Legion Auxiliary is limited to: – grandmothers, mothers, sisters, male or female spouse, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion – grandmothers, mothers, sisters, male or female spouse, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who were in the Armed Forces of the United States during any of the following periods: April 6, 1917 to Nov. 11, 1918, and any time after Dec. 7, 1941 – citizens of the United States at the time of their entry, served on active duty in the armed forces of any of the governments associated with the United States during any of said periods, and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge – women who of their own right are eligible for membership in The American Legion. ♦ American Legion Post 202 Riders: An organization for motorcycle riders, members must hold membership in and be in good standing with The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, or Sons of The American Legion. Additionally, members must be legally registered motorcycle owners or be the legally registered owner’s spouse within the state of registration. All operators must be properly licensed and insured per state laws, and must obey motor-vehicle laws in the state in which they are operating a motorcycle or riding as a passenger. ♦ VFW Post 10789 Auxiliary: Members must be at least 16 years old, and those eligible include husband/wife, widower/ widow, father/mother, grandfathers/ grandmothers, sons/daughters, grandsons/granddaughters, and brothers/sisters of persons who were or are eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.

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