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Nanjing Massacre survivor Xia Shuqin
By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association Seven years ago, AM-DOCS Film Festival founder Teddy Grouya, felt that filmmakers of documentaries needed a proper festival of their own to display their diverse and wide-ranging, special subject-
matter films, for lovers and audiences of the documentary film genre in a festival format with all the trimmings. The audiences for the first AM-DOCS festival has grown exponentially to the point where seven years later, the place to see just documentary films in America, is right here in Palm Springs, California, at The Palm Springs Cultural Center and Camelot Theatres.
By Desert Star Staff A jury has found actor Bill Cosby guilty on three counts of aggravated indecent assault over a 2004 incident in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Cosby, 80, faces up to 30 years in prison. After deliberating for over 14 hours, the jury decided that Cosby sexually assaulted Andrea Constand without her consent and while she was unconscious and intoxicated. Each count carries a sentence of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. Cosby will remain free on bail pending the sentencing hearing, the judge ruled. Thursday’s verdict came after a retrial. The first trial
ended in a mistrial last year because the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict. The verdict was hailed by feminists and advocates of the #MeToo movement, protesting sexual harassment of women since accusations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein went viral in 2017. However, the charges against Cosby go back to 2014, with over 40 women accusing the AfricanAmerican comedian of sexual impropriety since then. Cosby had admitted to giving Constand the antiallergy medication Benadryl and that their sexual encounter was consensual. Prosecutors declined to
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AM-Docs 2018 Festival The popularity of the festival has created a need for a Spanish language segment to meet the demand for Spanish speaking documentaries at the 2018 festival. Grouya, wisely added a two-day break-out segment on April 13th and 14th that was held at Cathedral City’s Mary Pickford Theatre, where 30 Latino documentaries were screened; with some
Q & A sessions following the screenings. The 2018, eight-day festival that ended on April 14th, screened 170 films, covering a broad range of subjects from filmmakers located all over the world; some of whom, attended with their films in competition. We were fortunate to see the festival documentary film entry “The Girl and the Picture”, written, produced,
and directed by Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Vanessa Roth. Her documentary is a strong, powerful, visual statement on war and survival in general, and more specifically, following WW II and its aftermath, her film depicts how it affects all people, not just the victims, but also the Continues on Page 3
Guilty: Bill Cosby convicted of sexual assault
Bill Cosby after being told a verdict is in at his sexual assault retrial, Norristown, Pennsylvania, April 26, 2018. © Mark Makela / Reuters press charges in 2005, citing insufficient evidence, but changed their mind and indicted the actor in 2015.
Prior to the allegations, Cosby had a reputation for championing family values. He was best known for
family sitcoms such as The Cosby Show (1984-1992) and Cosby (1996-2000).
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KCET Launches “EARTH FOCUS ”– Its Second Annual Environmental Film Festival Our planet is being attacked. Under the direction of the unscrupulous Director of the Environmental Protection Agency, Scott Pruitt, we witness destruction of environmental protections enacted under President Obama’s administration. Ironically, when Pruitt was Attorney General of Oklahoma, he sued the EPA to try to block rules that protect our air and water. At the behest of the Trump administration, Pruitt made sure the words “climate change” were deleted from EPA language, validating the ignorant belief that climate change is just a “hoax. ” Another horrifying reversal is Trump lifting the ban on importation of animal trophies such as elephant tusks. Education is paramount so a big thank you must go to KCETLink Media Group and the Thomson Reuters Foundation for the second annual “EARTH FOCUS Environmental Film Festival” whose purpose is to bring awareness and dialogue of the effects of global warming. The only one of its kind, the festival kicked off at Sony Studios with the West Coast premiere of “Love & Bananas: An Elephant Story,” a film which illuminates the barbaric treatment of elephants. The story revolves around Asian elephants rather than those inhabiting Africa where elephants are slaughtered for their ivory. However, the plight of the Asian species is not as well known even though those are the elephants used in zoos, circuses, or elephant rides. “Love & Bananas,” is a well-made documentary written by Ashley Bell, John Michael McCarthy, and Fernanda Rossi, featuring Bell as the oncamera narrator. She takes us on an arduous journey with
a team of elephant rescuers led by world-renowned Asian elephant conservationist and TIME Magazine’s “Hero of Asia,” Sangdeaun Lek Chailert. This dedicated group drove 480 miles across Thailand to rescue Noi Na, a 70-year-old partially blind trekking elephant. Ultimately, they bring her to a sanctuary where she can live out her life in an environment similar to a natural habitat where she can roam freely and interact with the rest of the rescued elephants. Abramorama has acquired the North American theatrical distribution rights for “Love & Bananas” so watch for it at your local theatre. It’s quite fascinating. The EARTH FOCUS series will spotlight undeniable effects of climate change, especially relative to recent devastating floods as well as future potential catastrophic “natural” disasters. There is hope, however, as cities surrounded by water such as San Francisco, which is already experiencing sinking land, or New Orleans, which was devastated by Hurricane Katrina, are already investing millions of dollars in the development and building of levies, as well as developing long-term plans to prevent the potential destruction of other cities at sea level. Following is the KCETLink Media Group and Thomson Reuters Foundation EARTH FOCUS Lineup:
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L-R: Owner of an Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand with Ashley Bell and Lek Chailert, TIME Magazine’s “Hero of Asia.” Photo: Courtesy of Thomson Reuters Foundation New Orleans to build adaptive “resilience zones.” In Southeast Louisiana, the native peoples of the Isle de Jean Charles have become the first U.S citizens moving within their homeland displaced by climate change. “Climate Migration” – Wednesday, May 2 on KCET and Thursday, May 3 on Link TV. Populations are dramatically shifting as climate change drives migration. Droughts and floods are driving many people away from their rural, farming communities into big cities. We see how this is manifesting in Mongolia and examine the factors leading to the new community of Haitian people living in limbo at the border between Mexico and the U.S.
“Sea Level Rising: Living with Water” – Wednesday, Apr. 25 on KCET and Thurs., Apr. 26 on Link TV. Louisiana is learning from Hurricane Katrina. Forecasts “City Planning” – are dire for Louisiana to Wednesday, May 9 on experience the second-highest KCET and Thursday, sea level rise in the world. There May 10 on Link TV. is a big movement brewing in Two cities, San Francisco
and Freetown, brace for climate change using vastly different methodologies. San Francisco’s developers are building expensive real estate on floodplains as officials try to heed expert projections on future sea levels. On the other side of the world, a deadly mudslide caused by torrential rains and deforestation in Sierra Leone shows the consequences of city planning that doesn’t take climate change into account. “Adaptation to Global Water Shortages” – Wednesday, May 16 on KCET and Thursday, May 17 on Link TV. Anticipating future water needs, two regions on opposite sides of the world turn to technology for answers. Western Morocco, near the Sahara Desert, is currently facing unprecedented drought and groundwater mismanagement. But an ancient method of gathering moisture from fog is being taught to 13 villages, allowing people to have a level of local control over their most basic need. Central Valley California: The food basket of the world uses nearly 80 percent of the entire state’s water supply. Yet there are still close to one million people who don’t have access to clean drinking
water. Researchers at UCLA may change that through a technology that would allow unincorporated rural communities to control how contaminated water is treated. “Future of Food” – Wednesday, May 23 on KCET and Thursday, May 24 on Link TV. Communities and innovators all over the world are creating new sustainable food sources that are resilient to climate change and growing populations. In Madagascar we see how villagers are closing off marine areas to allow the fish supply to replenish at a natural pace. In San Diego, California, aquaculturists are exploring open ocean farming as a more sustainable model for the fishing industry. “Urban Habitat” – Wednesday, May 30 on KCET and Thursday, May 31 on Link TV. With so much biodiversity in the highly urban area of Los Angeles, species are thriving despite human interference, and in some cases because of it. This is one series you will not want to miss. As dramatic as this may sound, the life of this planet is at stake and knowledge will lead to action.
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L-R: Owner of an Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand with Ashley Bell and Lek Chailert, TIME Magazine’s “Hero of Asia.” Photo: Courtesy of Thomson Reuters Foundation
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survivors and their extended families for generations. Ms. Roth’s main focus in “The Girl and the Picture” is on the 1937 Japanese army’s infamous scorched earth policy in its invasion of Nanking, China (one of China’s six ancient capitals back in 1638 A.D. then spelled as Nanjing), during what came to be called “The Rape of Nanking” prior to World War II. Thousands of Nanking’s citizenry were raped, shot and killed by marauding Japanese troops during the invasion. The film chronicles and explores the life of Xia Shuqin, now 88 years-old, who became an orphan at eight years of age when her
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parents and her sibling were murdered by invading Japanese forces. It’s an inspiring true story of a young Chinese girl who could not read or write, yet somehow, miraculously survived wars and life under Chairman Mao Tze Tun. It is a story that has never been told until now. Ms. Roth weaves a fascinating ‘East Meets West’ documentary story from interviews with Xia, her daughter, and her sevenyear-old grandson. The West component is represented by Chris Magee, the grandson of American missionary John Magee who lived in Nanking in the 1920’s and 30’s. It was John’s diaries, letters, old newspaper clips, plus invaluable 16mm home movies and archival film footage given to Ms. Roth, along with her detailed, research and additional information that became the basis for her documentary film. As both writer and director, Ms. Roth nicely weaves the various interviews and the exact location sites into the story. Conducting and filming her interviews, at the actual locations of 80 years ago, whenever possible, lends her film a ring of authenticity and verisimilitude that are the hallmarks of good documentary filmmaking. “The Girl and the Picture”, is a story that has remained unknown for far too many years. Now it’s being shared with everyone at film festival around America. I got to briefly chat with Ms. Roth following her screening
Madame Xia and granddaughter Xia Yu and the Q & A session of her film over a bottle of deliciously cold spring water. Vanessa Roth is a soft-spoken, bright, highly educated filmmaker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, and a minor in Family Law from Columbia University, NY. Her father is the Academy Award-winning screenwriter Eric Roth of the movie “Forrest Gump”. Her mother is the Archeologist Linda Roth. Ms. Roth’s canon of films is quite impressive for one so young and talented. She is 47 years old, but looks 30. She is the recipient of the prestigious Alfred I. du Pont-Columbia award for “Taken In: The Lives of America’s Foster Children”. Her film festival wins and honors include two Sundance Film Festival Special Jury Prizes, Cine Golden Eagles, Casey Medals and a MacArthur Grant. Some of her award-winning documentary films include:
“Close to Home”, “Aging Out”, ”Schools of the 21st Century”, ‘The Third Monday in October”, “9/11’s Toxic Dust”, No Tomorrow”, “The Other Side”, “American Teacher”, and “The Texas Promise”. Filmmaker Vanessa Roth is too busy making award winning films too worry about anything as mundane as looking her age. How many of your films, I asked, have you entered in film festivals over the decade that you’ve been a professional filmmaker? She replied, “I think it’s about 12.” Do you ever tire of the film circuit road trips? “No, actually I enjoy it. Of, course, I miss my three children, but that’s what makes going home so special when I do get home.” Where is home these days? “I live in Brooklyn”. Where are you taking this film next? “This is the world premiere screening of “The Girl and the Picture.”
We also will screen it at The Newport Film Festival, and the Tribecca Film Festival in New York City, with more festivals dates to be announced.” What year did you win your Oscar? “That was 2008, as the producer of “FREEHELD” – Best Short Film Documentary.” What lies ahead for filmmaker Vanessa Roth in 2018/2019? “Last year I was the Executive Producer and Director of “Daughters of Destiny: The Journey of Shanti Bhavan” – a four-part Netflix Original documentary series that debuted on July 28, 2017.” Is it possible that we may see a full-length feature motion picture from you some day? Ms. Roth smiles sweetly, as I thank her for her time away from her busy festival schedule. I think it’s a good bet that she just might. It would a pity to deprive audiences of her filmmaking talent.
Planting Ten Million Trees for Clean Water
By Desert Star Staff HARRISBURG, Pa. - A statewide partnership launched a major effort Tuesday to help protect rivers and streams by planting 10 million trees in the state by the end of 2025. Trees planted next to streets and waterways form natural buffers to keep sediment and pollutants from reaching the water. The Keystone State failed to meet its goal of having 60 percent of its practices to clean up rivers and streams in place by the end of last year. Harry Campbell, executive director of the Chesapeake Bay State and federal officials and local high school students joined Chesapeake Bay Foundation president Foundation in Pennsylvania, said the project is critical to Will Baker in planting the first tree. (B.J. Small/CBF Staff) putting the state on track to meet its obligations under About 19,000 miles to meet its Chesapeake “Together, with our the Chesapeake Bay of rivers and streams in Bay commitments.” collective experience, Watershed Agreement. the state are impaired The state is required ingenuity and enthusiasm, we “By putting our resources by sediment, agricultural to have all its practices to can do this,” he said. “As a in this partnership,” he said, runoff and the legacies of restore rivers, streams and partnership, we will do this.” “we will substantially galvanize coal mining. Campbell said Chesapeake Bay in place by When complete, he our efforts toward cleaning trees are the most cost2025. The partnership consists said, the project could up the Chesapeake Bay and effective tools for cleaning of national, state and local achieve as much as twoour rivers and streams.” and protecting the water. agencies, conservation groups, thirds of the 95,000 acres He said the Keystone 10 “In fact,” he said, businesses and individuals. of forested buffers called Million Trees Partnership will put “streamside trees are Campbell acknowledged for in the Commonwealth’s special emphasis on planting the second leading bestthat planting millions of Clean Water Blueprint. trees in Lancaster County and management practice that trees over the next seven More information is online south-central Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is relying upon years will be a challenge. at tenmilliontrees.org. April 27, 2018
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4th annual Rosie Casals and Jackie Cooper Team Tennis Pro-am
Charlie Pasarell, Rosie Casals, Tory Fretz, Lornie Kuhle, DeeDee Felich and George Moore. Photo by Pat Krause. Story and Photos by Pat Krause Rosie Casals and Tori Fretz hosted the 4th yearly Rosie Casals and Jackie Cooper Team Tennis Proam on April 22nd. The event was held at the Indian Ridge Country Club. Tennis was played on the many tennis courts at Indian Ridge. The tennis pro-am benefits the Love and Love Foundation. Many Jackie Cooper’s friends got together to help this foundation that brings tennis to our youth. Jackie Cooper
had a fantastic career as a tennis player and mainly as a coach later. He was part of the Tennis Garden before becoming a tennis pro at the Palm Desert Resort. Jackie was loved by so many; when he passed away in 2013, he left many friends in the desert. The winners of the Proam tournament received their awards. And also a time to honor a person with the Jackie Cooper’s, ‘Your The Best, Award.’ Lornie Kuhle was the
First place winners-Zachary Maline, Annette and Brian McEachron and Nigel O’Roake-pro. Photo by Pat Krause.
honoree this year. Kuhle has an impressive history of tennis with the Easter Bowl and many other ventures in the Valley and beyond. He was awarded his trophy after lunch was served. Former Honorees. DeeDee Felich and Charlie Pasarell, George Moore, Founders Rosie Casals and Tori Fretz were on hand for the presentation. The winners of the Proam event were announced. There was a Pro and Junior Shoot Out after lunch. One pro
and one young player each were given a try to win at this event. Prizes were given to the winners with backpacks, gift certificates and bottles of RumChata, who was a presenting sponsor, and more. Founder Rosie Casals is the winner of 12 Grand Slam Doubles and an icon in the tennis world. Founder Tory Fretz was also an accomplished doubles player and well-known player. She was a teaching pro at several tennis clubs in the Valley.
Rosie and Tory started the Love and Love Foundation to raise money for Junior Tennis in the Valley. They continue their love for tennis by helping our young people become good tennis players. They provide financial assistance and promote junior sport thru local programs. They include Jackie Cooper’s name in the tournament because it was partly his idea and because of his love of teaching kids.
almost 2 hours of stand up comedy and then answers questions from the audience. Feherty came roaring on stage in a bright red golf cart which made a sudden stop. He talked about how he got his sense of humor and storytelling from his father. They were hard times in Ireland, and people took to comedy to cope. Laughter was a self-defense remedy when there were bombings and killings all the time. He said he had an attention deficit disorder as a child. He also told about his addiction to alcohol and how he beat it.
He says he likes to tell jokes about the Flemings and the Murphys which are Irish jokes. Many of his stories included Pro-Golfers that he knew and played Golf with. These were funny stories that told a little bit about the persona of the golfer. He said Tiger was a bit of a prankster as he found out when he put exlax in his drink. The result of that was heard by thousands of people as he still had a mike attached and everyone listened to the whole thing. They were laughing hard when he got back to finish playing that hole. He doesn’t stop with the cuss words when it is part of the story. One of the funniest parts
was when he was talking about women golfers and how they had to find a way to get their boobs out of the way. He not only talked about it but showed it hilariously. He mentioned other players like Ernie Els, Lee Trevino, Nick Faldo, and Seve Biasteros. Funny stories that make playing golf with these pros a fun time. He was a good golfer who played on the Ryder Cup team and told of some of his accomplishments as a golfer. I could retell a few of the stories he said, but they were a bit off color for print but hilariously funny. I will not miss his appearance if he comes back to the McCallum in the future.
David Feherty at the McCallum
Story and Photos by Pat Krause The McCallum Theatre hosted one of the best comedy acts I had seen in a long time when David Feherty took to the stage. Feherty is a former professional golfer on the PGA and the European tour. He turned to television as a broadcaster with the NBC Sports and Golf Channels. When he retired from pro golf, he became an on-course Reporter and golf analyst. When Feherty debuted his original series on the Golf Channels, premiere became the most watched in the history of
the Channel. His wit and storytelling had the audience laughing out loud for 2 hours on April 13th. His TV series has had some of the essential VIPs that include Presidents, NBA stars, actors, mayors, comedians, and outstanding sports and golf figures. He was also nominated for an EMMY as an Outstanding Sports Personality and studio host. He has been dubbed as one of the funniest men by Yahoo Sports. That honor was well-deserved. He took his act on the road with Feherty-Live Off Tour. He does
David Feherty. Photo by Pat Krause.
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Joe & Janet Wong with Christine and Warren McLelllan. Photo by Pat Krause. April 27, 2018
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P.T. Barnum Is ‘The Greatest Showman’ BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN
The greatest showman in the 20th Century Fox film, now available on DVD, is P.T. Barnum, born in 1810. He is played by the charismatic song and dance man, Hugh Jackman. The son of a poor tailor, Barnum falls in love at an early age with the daughter of a very wealthy man. He and Charity (Michelle Williams) marry, against her parent’s wishes and have two adoring daughters. Together they unite to pursue his dreams. A master manipulator, Barnum cons a bank into financing a “museum of curiosities.” His enterprise draws few customers until he adds a bearded lady (Keala Settle), a very tiny Tom Thumb (Sam Humphrey), conjoined twins (Yusaku Komori and Danial Son) and other unusual performers. At this point, his showcase finally attracts paying customers. However, Barnum’s show does not receive proper publicity in the press. It also
alienates an angry mob of townspeople who don’t want performers they consider freaks to be on display in their town. Before he launches the ‘Greatest Show on Earth,” which will become the Barnum and Bailey circus, Barnum also helps start the American career of noted Swedish soprano, Jenny Lind (Rebecca Ferguson). He is supported in all of these endeavors by joining forces with the very wealthy Phillip Carlyle (Zac Efron). Eventually, against his parent’s wishes, Carlyle falls in love with a beautiful young black aerialist in Barnum’s show played by Zendaya. The two young lovers express their feelings in song as they fly through the air together -- a highpoint in the movie. But will their romance be ended by his parent’s disdain and the times in which they live? For Barnum “The noblest art is that which makes people happy,” but in staging
his shows, he also exploited his ‘unusual’ performers. In one show-stopping number “This Is Me” is sung by the bearded lady Keala Settle who expresses her pride in who she is as a person. “The Greatest Showman” was directed by Michael Gracey from a script by Jenny
Bicks and James Condon, with music composed by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul of “La La Land” fame. Even if you have seen this film in theaters, you might want to check it out on DVD for the abundant featurettes that go into great detail about how the film was made. You learn
more about the characters and the creation of the choreography in the process. These extras, along with the film itself, is great fun to watch. “The Greatest Showman” is rated PG for thematic elements that include a brawl. Running time is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
By Desert Star Staff Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump appears to be losing the sweaty fashionista and hipster vote ahead of June’s California primary as 20,000 fans of hiphop star YG screamed “F*ck Donald Trump” at the Coachella Music Festival this weekend.
The Compton native performed his song “FDT” during DJ Mustard’s set while thousands gave the middle finger to Trump and everything the presidential hopeful represents. The 26-year-old YG collaborated with Nipsey Hussle earlier this month to release
the track, which addresses Trump’s openly racist attitudes towards African-Americans. Hip-hop fans were also “feeling the Bern” when Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders introduced the alternative group Run the Jewels on stage with a video message.
“I thought the least I could do for both of you is help you out by bringing a few young people together,” Sanders joked. What was supposed to be the most significant act at the festival, the Guns N’ Roses reunion, fell flat, in part because lead singer Axl Rose had to
perform on a giant throne due to a broken foot - and fans were not impressed. This year is the 10th anniversary of Daft Punk’s epic set, which was recorded by multiple cameras in the infancy of the digital revolution and stitched together for all to enjoy.
By Desert Star Staff Spring is a time for renewal and awakenings. It’s also the perfect time to take your cues from Mother Nature and devise a plan to reduce and reimagine your way to a refreshing, updated home you can fully enjoy once more. Reorganize cluttered areas: If a room (or rooms) in your house are in disarray, start by reorganizing those often-used spaces to give them a like-new look and feel. Begin by removing everything from the room - including the furniture, if you’re able - and separate your belongings into boxes or piles based on what you plan to put back in the room, move to another location and throw away or donate. Once you’ve cleaned the space, resituate the necessary furniture then place items you’re keeping back in their places in tidy fashion so they’re easy to locate. Eliminate the extras: While you’re freshening up the house, it’s the perfect
time to purge unwanted and unused items, but remember that items in good condition can actually do good for those in need. By donating clothing, electronics, furniture, household goods and vehicles to be sold in The Salvation Army Family and Thrift Stores, you can help transform lives in your local community. A good rule of thumb: if you haven’t used it in the last year and it doesn’t have special sentimental value, it’s probably time to let it go. Get rid of grime: A whole season’s worth of dirt and dust accumulates during the cold winter months. A deep clean inside and out can restore your home to its former glory. Inside, take time to launder all of your linens, including curtains, rugs and bedding. Move furniture to vacuum behind and below, and don’t overlook dust and dirt magnets like mirrors, light fixtures and the insides of cabinets, especially higher shelves that see infrequent use. Outdoors, hose off or power-wash surfaces like windows, siding, decks and concrete to restore a crisp, clean appearance.
Revise for real life: If there’s an area of your home that isn’t quite working for your lifestyle, spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to make a change. That may mean reconfiguring furniture for a more functional living room or converting an underused guest room into a useful craft or project space. Take time to consider what changes will make the space more practical, and even sketch out some possibilities on paper to fine-tune your ideas before you get to work. Discover new decor: A spring refresh is about more than just decluttering and cleaning, it’s about giving new life to your home with new decor, accessories and artwork. One affordable option: seek out unexpected treasures by shopping for great bargains at thrift stores. The proceeds from the sale of items found at shops like The Salvation Army Thrift and Family Stores go to help those in need, and it’s one simple way to update your decor without spending a fortune. Visit SATruck.org to schedule a donation pick-up or find a thrift store near you.
20,000 people chant ‘F*ck Donald Trump’ at Coachella music fest 5 Ways to Refresh Your Home for Spring
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record owner of property proposed to be assessed has the right to submit an assessment ballot in favor of or in opposition to the proposed assessment. If you believe you should have received a ballot but have not received one, please contact the Water District immediately. All assessment ballots must be received by the District Secretary of the Water District prior to the conclusion of the public hearing. Following the conclusion of the public hearing, the Board of Directors will tabulate the assessment ballots that have been received. If a majority protest exists with respect to the proposed Assessment District 17, the Board of Directors will not impose the assessment upon parcels within that proposed Assessment District. For all information relating to these proceedings and the hearing, the written protest procedure, the assessment ballot procedure or to review the assessment engineer’s report, please contact John Soulliere, Public Information Officer, at (760) 329-5169 Ext. 144 or email: jsoulliere@mswd. org /s/ Arden Wallum, District Secretary Published: 4/27/18 & 5/4/18. DSW18-5076
CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the PLANNING COMMISSION of the City of Desert Hot Springs will conduct a Public Hearing to consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the following Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS, AMENDING CHAPTER 17.180 ALLOWING CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVALS FOR CERTAIN ENTITLEMENTS, CREATING A MORE STREAMLINED PROCESS FOR ALREADY APPROVED ENTITLEMENTS IN GOOD STANDING WITH THE CITY. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: Location: Carl May Center City Council Chamber 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Date: Tuesday, May 8th, 2018 Time: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be sent to the Planning Commission prior to the hearing. Written comments may be mailed or delivered prior to the Public Hearing: Community Development Department City of Desert Hot Springs 65-950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 pmeza@cityofdhs.org QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES may be addressed to Daniel Porras, Community Development Director at (760) 329-6411 or via email to dporras@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 27, 2018 DSW18-5080 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider an Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 02-15. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S):Conditional Use Permit No.02-15(Amendment) LOCATION: The partially developed 14.6-acre project site is located on the east side of Little Morongo Road in between Pierson Boulevard and Two Bunch Palms Trail in the Light Industrial (I-L) Zone. APN:663-270-004
APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: David Snider, Snider Interests, LLC PROPOSAL: Snider Interests, LLC, is requesting an amendment to their previously approved CUP No. 02-15 to include distribution uses to their floor plan. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On November 17, 2015, the City Council approved the Snider Interests Cannabis Cultivation Facility Project and in doing so certified the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been certified for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for an Amendment to add distribution uses to the project is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required. No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed Amendment. On May 8, 2018, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberations, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Patricia Meza Mailing Address: Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 243 Email: pmeza@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 27, 2018. DSW18-5079 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & ENVIROMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider an Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 01-17. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S):Conditional Use Permit No. 01-17(Amendment) LOCATION: Vacant 1.26acre parcel located on the north side of 15th Avenue within the General Plan Light Industrial (I-L) Zone. APN 665-070-004.APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Kurt Keating, Maraparm DHS California, LLC PROPOSAL: Consideration of Conditional Use Permit No. 01-17 Amendment which proposes the rotation of the building, a minimal increase in project size, and various other site changes. For the construction of a 21,697-square foot two story Cannabis Cultivation Facility as well as associated parking and other improvements on a vacant 1.26acre parcel. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
On September 5, 2017, the City Council approved the Maraparm DHS California (formerly D-9 Farms) Cannabis Cultivation Facility Project and in doing so certified the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been certified for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for a Conditional Use Permit Amendment is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required. No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed Amendment. On May 8, 2018, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberations, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the abovedescribed project: : Contact Person: Benjamin Torres Mailing Address: Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: btorres@cityofdhs.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 27, 2018 DSW18-5078
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that under and pursuant to Section 1980-2003, of the California Civil Code, of the State of California, the property listed below is believed to be abandoned by Xiao Yu Wu and Song Nam Yang and all other personal owners, occupants, tenants and/or subtenants originally located at 35 Florentina, City of Rancho Mirage, County of Riverside, State of California. CA 92270 and now located at 30175 Reservoir Ave., Nuevo, CA. 92567. Contents of household, furniture, décor, as well as any other remaining miscellaneous “personal property” will be sold at public auction on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 10:00a.m. PST by American Auctioneers LLC. Purchases must be made in cash only and paid for at the time of sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. All purchases are sold “as is” and must be removed at the time of sale. Auctioneer: American Auctioneers, (909) 790-0433, California Bond #FS863-20-14, www.americanauctioneers.com. /S/ Approved by 4/20, 4/27/18 CNS-3120575# DESERT STAR WEEKLY. DSW18-5067 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CUSTOM CABINETS SPECIALTIES, 75101 SEGO LANE SUITE F, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County; 49098 PLUMA GRIS PL, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Full name of registrant: MARIA DEL CARMEN FLORES DE OLMOS, 49098 PLUMA GRIS PL, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FEBRERO 5 2018. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: MARIA DEL CARMEN FLORES DE OLMOS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on April 16, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201805431. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW185075 Publish April 20, 27, 2018, May 4, 11, 2018
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & ENVIROMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider Sign Variance No. 01-18. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S):Sign Variance No. 01-18 LOCATION: Partially developed1.2acre parcel located on the southwest corner of AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEPaul Road and Rita Way within the General Plan MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOCommercial Retail (CR) Zone. APN 660-160-008. ING BUSINESS AS: PALM SPRINGS CAR WASH, 300 N INDIAN CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GERGIS YOUSEF YOUSEF, 300 N INDIAN CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information
APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Michael Platt Consulting, LLC PROPOSAL: Consideration of Sign Variance No. 01-18 which proposes a 70-foot illuminated pylon sign with a sign area of 120 sq. ft., in addition to a separate 26-sq. ft. wall sign for the approved Harborside Cannabis Sales Facility. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On July 28, 2015, the Planning Commission approved the Harborside (formerly Accucanna Health Centers) Cannabis Sales Facility and in doing so certified the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been certified for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for a Sign Variance is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required. No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed project.In addition, this project also qualifies to be Categorically Exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section No. 15311, Class No. 11 (Accessory Structures), of the California Environmental Quality Act, since on-premise signs are proposed. On May 8, 2018, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberations, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submittedprior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Benjamin Torres Mailing Address: Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: btorres@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 27, 2018. DSW18-5077 MISSION SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 17 Notice is hereby given that a public hearing is scheduled to be held at the offices of the Mission Springs Water District located at 66575 Second Street, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, on May 21, 2018 at 2 p.m. At that time, the Board of Directors of the Mission Springs Water District will hear all testimony relating to the proposed Assessment District 17. A map of Assessment District 17 is available at the office of the Water District. Assessment District 17 would provide for the construction of sewer mains, sewer laterals, manhole, street reconstruction and the financing of facilities charges for the acquisition of trunk line and treatment plant capacity, together with appurtenant work, and the levy of an assessment on residential property to pay for a portion of the costs of such construction. Any and all interested persons may testify before the Board of Directors at the public hearing. In addition, each
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in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: GERGIS YOUSEF YOUSEF. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803588. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1078 March 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 11, 2018 April 20, April 27, May 4, 11, 2018
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by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed ALVARO--HERNANDEZ-DELGADO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County March 30, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201804640. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- DSW18-5071 April 20, April 27, May 4, 11, 2018. MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ARK INVESTMENT EN- AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEGINEERING, 9530 WARWICK DR, DESERT HOT MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOSPRING, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of ING BUSINESS AS: JOAN OF ANGELS GALLERY registrant: MARK STACEY AVILA, 9530 WARWICK AND SPIRITUAL SANCTUARY;JOAN OF ANGELS DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; JACQUE- VISIONARY ART, 65669 AVENIDA LADERA, DESLYN LYNN AVILA, 9530 WARWICK DR, DESERT ERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted Full name of registrant: JOAN “B” HANGARTER, by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet 65669 AVENIDA LADERA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, begun to transact business under the fictitious CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information Registrant has not yet begun to transact business in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare who declares as true, information which he or she that all the information in this statement is true knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed MARK and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, STACEY AVILA. This statement was filed with the information which he or she knows to be false, is County Clerk of Riverside County March 15, 2018. guilty of a crime) Signed: LYBYS GEOVANNA ZAMPeter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File BRANO. This statement was filed with the County No.R-201803793. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS Clerk of Riverside County on March 6, 2018. Peter BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE R-201803177. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIOFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATENAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PRO- IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER FESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1085 March 21, 28, UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW April 4, 11, 2018, April 20, April 27, May 4, 11, 2018 (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1060 March 14, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018, April 20, 27, 2018, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- May 5, 12, 2018. NESS AS: D&R VET EQUIPMENT, 142 PASEO VISTA CIRCLE, PALM DESERT, CA. 92260. Riv- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE erside County. Full name of registrant: ELIEZER- FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIBEAUTY, INC., 142 PASEO VISTA CIRCLE, PALM NESS AS: CONTAINER RANCH; STATE PROPERDESERT, CA. 92260/CA. Business is conducted TIES, 77815 CALIFORNIA DR., #B 12, PALM DESby: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun ERT, CA 92211 Riverside County; 2835 BRAZEAU to transact business under the fictitious name(s) AVE, BRENTWOOD, MISSOURI 63144. Full name listed above. I declare that all the information in of registrant: STAR QUEST RANCH, LLC, 77815 this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, CALIFORNIA DR. #B 12, PALM DESERT, CA 92211/ who declares as true, information which he or she CA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed RENEE COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun to transact EUNMI PARK, CEO. This statement was filed with business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. the County Clerk of Riverside County APRIL 2, 2018. I declare that all the information in this statement Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as No.R-201804727. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS true, information which he or she knows to be false, BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE is guilty of a crime) Signed EDWARD LAWRENCE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE SALAS, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE APRIL 02, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201804726. NOTICE — STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-5072 April 20, April OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO27, May 4, 11, 2018. RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., NESS AS: ISSDAN ELECTRIC, 13698 INAJA ST, BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). April 13, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside 20, 27, 2018, May 4, 2018. DSW18-5070 County. Full name of registrant: ALVARO- -HERNANDEZ-DELGADO, 13698 INAJA ST, DESERT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT HOT SPRINGS, CA. 92240. Business is conducted THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING
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BUSINESS AS: HIGH TECH CARPET & HOUSE KEEPING SERVICES, 20595 SKY RIDGE RD, SKY VALLEY, CA 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BONIFACIO- -GONZALEZ, 20595 SKY RIDGE RD, SKY VALLEY, CA 92241. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed BONIFACIO- -GONZALEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on APRIL 04, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201804833. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. DSW18-5066 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) AJ’S ON THE GREEN; SPLASH BAR, 36-200 DATE PALM DRIVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): DESERT GOURMET ENTERPRISES INC., 82 VIA MINORCA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. This business is conducted by: CORPORATION The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 03/13/2017. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime. Signed: JOHN ARTHUR FARROW, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on April 4, 2018 File No. R-201703625Pub April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. DSW18-5065 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: COACHELLA VALLEY PLUMBING HEATING AIR; AIR FRESH DUCT CLEANING, 68065 EMPALMO RD., CATHEDRAL CITY, CA. 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: SABRINA SERVICES INC., 10888 WESR DR., SPC10, MORONGO VALLEY, CA 92256/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed GLORIA GABRIELLA MASCARENAS, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on APRIL 02, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201804695. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
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EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. DSW18-5063 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FABIAN’S GARDENING, 49430 NARCISO LANE, COACHELLA, CA 92236.Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FABIAN ALBERTO BERRUECOS ZAZUETA, 49430 NARCISO LN, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: FABIAN ALBERTO BERRUECOS ZAZUETA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201801788. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-5041 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018,April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. DSW18-1055 AMENED STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) BELLAGIO NAILS & SPA, 12543 PALM DR, 2, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): THUYET KHANH DAM, 12543 PALMDR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; LAM THI KIM LUU, 12543 PALM DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. This business is conducted by: Married Couple The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 09/22/2014. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime. Signed: THUYET KHANH DAM . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana AssessorCounty Clerk-Recorder on February 26, 2018 File No.I-201402426 Publish March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. DSW18-1055 ORDER: 5934946 TS#: 180104 A. P. NUMBER: 639-241-014-6 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 1/11/2016
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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. NOTICE is hereby given that C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JMAR Construction, Inc. Recorded on 12/20/2017 as Instrument No. 2017-0533345, of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 1/11/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0012868 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 5/03/2018 At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 at 9:00 a.m. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purposed to be: 66405 4th Street, Desert Hot Springs, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $32,059.60 (estimated). In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. 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
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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 telephone number for information regarding the trustee’s sale 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 180104 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION CALL : 916-939-0772 C/O C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION as said Trustee. 2020 CAMINO DEL RIO N. #230 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92108 (619) 297-6740 DATE: 4/11/2018 KIMBERLY CURRAN TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER NPP0330432 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 04/13/2018, 04/20/2018, 04/27/2018. DSW18-5069 ORDER: 5934945 TS#: 180105 A. P. NUMBER: 669-250-004 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 2/09/2016 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. NOTICE is hereby given that C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JMAR Construction, Inc. a California Corporation Recorded on 8/17/2016 as Instrument No. 2016-0351945, of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 1/11/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0012863 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 5/03/2018 At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 at 9:00 a.m. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purposed to be: 65995 Thornton Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated
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costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $45,149.41 (estimated). In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. 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 telephone number for information regarding the trustee’s sale 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 180105 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION CALL : 916-939-0772 C/O C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION as said Trustee. 2020 CAMINO DEL RIO N. #230 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92108 (619) 297-6740 DATE: 4/11/2018 KIMBERLY CURRAN TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER NPP0330431 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 04/13/2018, 04/20/2018, 04/27/2018. DSW18-5068
Forum Explores How Society and Health are Interwoven
By Desert Star Staff PORTLAND, Ore. — How do the structures and conditions of our society affect our health? That’s a question panelist will be exploring at
an event on Friday hosted by the Oregon Health Forum. Rebecca Ramsay, a panelist and executive director of CareOregon, said structural factors, such as income,
education level and race determine health outcomes. Then there are factors with closer ties to health, such as stable housing, access to nutritional foods, and stress.
Ramsay offered an example of how a child’s lack of access to care affects their lifelong health. She said cavities are the single biggest factor in determining if a child will attend kindergarten. Children who don’t attend kindergarten are less likely to graduate from high school, and people who don’t graduate from high school on average have shorter life expectancy. “So you can see how all of these factors are interwoven and create a vicious cycle where, really, the experience of living in poverty becomes one of the single most critical social determinants of health factors,” Ramsay said. The forum starts at 7 a.m. at the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland. It will feature panelists from other medical establishments, such as Oregon Health and Science University and Northwest Permanente. Ramsay said the more risk factors a person experiences - such as food insecurity, domestic violence or institutional
KMIR News Staff More than 100 people were arrested or cited during the first weekend of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, which police Thursday said was down 15 percent from last year’s opening festival weekend. The Indio Police Department reported that 106 people were arrested or
cited, 71 for drug or alcohol intoxication, 24 for carrying false identification, seven for possession of drugs for sale and four for undisclosed violations. In 2017, 125 people were arrested or cited during the opening weekend, including two people for a rash of cell phone thefts, a trend seen across both 2017 festival weekends.
This year’s first weekend also saw 71 traffic citations issued, 43 for misusing a disabled person placard and 28 for “various motor vehicle driving violations.” This figure was also down from last year’s first weekend total of 155 traffic citations. The decreased numbers come as local law enforcement
instituted some new security measures at the festival, including the usage of drones to monitor crowds and traffic conditions. Indio police also reported that local traffic congestion was minimal when thousands of car and tent campers arrived in town last Thursday. However, law enforcement
Factors such as access to healthy foods play a critical role in our health. (Wendell/Flickr)
racism - the more likely their health will be negatively affected. Many of these are outside of an individual’s control. She said it’s important for people to understand this, and also to understand that health care shouldn’t be about blaming someone for their choices. “Certainly health behaviors and choice play a part - an important part - in health outcomes,” she said. “But that choice becomes very different when you are dealing with having very little money to spend on, for instance, eating healthy.” Ramsay said stress plays a critical role in a person’s health. For that reason, CareOregon supports programs that help families with parenting support to prevent toxic stress in childhood. CareOregon also supports prenatal nutrition programs and family-planning programs to prevent teen pregnancies - a major factor in determining whether someone will graduate from high school.
may have their hands full on Friday morning when the festival’s second weekend begins, as the camping grounds were kept closed to campers Thursday due to excessive windy conditions throughout the Coachella Valley. Campers are tentatively set to arrive starting at 3 a.m. Friday. Source: KMIR
More Than 100 Arrested or Cited During Coachella Fest’s First Weekend
As AZ Teachers Strike, Economists say Reasons are Obvious By Desert Star Staff PHOENIX, Ariz – Public school teachers across Arizona plan to walk out of their classrooms Thursday to demand higher wages and better funding for schools. The latest economic research suggests teachers have valid reasons to feel left behind. Arizona teachers make just 63 cents on the dollar compared to other workers with college degrees. That’s the largest gap in the nation, according to a study by the Economic Policy Institute, where Lawrence Mishel is a labor market economist. “Teachers’ wages have really lagged behind that of other workers with similar amounts of experience and education,” says Mishel, “and we find that to be true even when we include the fact that
teachers get better benefits.” Gov. Doug Ducey has proposed a plan to get teachers a 20 percent pay raise within three years, but the educators say his plan doesn’t offer wage increases to other school staff, and doesn’t restore other school funding or provide enough details about how raises would be paid for. Ducey has said he doesn’t want to introduce new taxes or reverse any of the corporate tax breaks he’s put in place since taking office. He hopes low taxes will stimulate economic growth and bring new revenue to the state. Mishel says there’s no evidence to suggest corporate tax cuts pay for themselves. But he notes well-funded schools can attract businesses. “People want to come into a state where they
In a recent vote, nearly 80 percent of Arizona teachers said they wanted to strike rather than accept Gov. Doug Ducey’s proposed plan to boost salaries. (Katherine Davis-Young/Public News Service) can get a workforce that can adequately deal with advanced technologies,” he says. “But the other thing is that any executive
moving to Arizona wants a place where her children can go to a good school.” Mishel acknowledges that no one likes to pay higher
taxes but says funding public education is one of a state’s main responsibilities – and that requires a solid tax base.
sexual misconduct - from unwanted forcible touching to sexual abuse and rape still is extremely common. “We just released a report - it’s the ‘Cost and Consequences of Sexual Violence in California’ and in 2012 alone, there were 948,000 California residents that experienced sexual violence,” she said. Campos’ group and the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence are asking legislators to support a budget request of $50 million from the state general fund, for communities to do more education and public-engagement events that teach about consent and healthy relationships. Campos said a recent study showed the state of California paid $9 billion in 2012 responding to sexual violence. She described the intangible costs, which increase that figure to $140 billion a year.
“The tangible costs include medical, mentalhealth care, prevention, investigation, sanctioning, treatment, victim services that totals over $9 billion,” she said. “And so, when the intangible costs are included, such as lost quality of life and lost work productivity, that totals the $140 billion.” She said the annual event takes on extra significance this year, with the rise of the “Me Too” movement and sexualharassment scandals. The groups also are championing Assembly Bill 2079, which combats sexual violence against the thousands of women who clean large office buildings at night by providing training for janitorial workers on prevention of sexual violence and harassment. The report is online at calcasa.org and the text of AB 2079 is at leginfo. legislature.ca.gov.
for substance-use disorders has to be a combination of modalities to be effective.” Among poll respondents who said they believe addiction is a disease, 8-in10 also felt it is both physical
and psychological. And adults living in Northern areas of Kentucky were more likely to consider addiction a disease, while those in Eastern Kentucky were less likely.
CA Lawmakers Wear Jeans Today, Taking a Stand Against Sexual Violence
Advocacy groups that support victims and survivors of sexual assault rallied on the steps of the California State Capitol in April 2017. By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO, Calif. Today is Denim Day at the Capitol. It isn’t just an early “casual Friday,” but a show of solidarity for victims and survivors of sexual violence. Many lawmakers and victims’ advocates will be
wearing jeans at a 10 a.m. rally on the Capitol steps in Sacramento to draw attention to the problem. It’s a tradition that began after a controversial Italian Supreme Court ruling in 1999 that denied a woman’s rape accusation because
she’d been wearing tight jeans and supposedly would have had to help remove them, implying consent. Lorena Campos, communications coordinator for the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault, said statistics show that
By Desert Star Staff FRANKFORT, Ky. — Experts say fighting drug addiction takes more than willpower - a message that new data shows many Kentuckians understand. The latest Kentucky Health Issues poll found 7-in-10 adults in the state believe addiction is a disease, regardless of whether they had first-hand experience with addiction. Dr. Lynne Saddler, district director of health with the Northern Kentucky Health Department, said she is encouraged by the findings. She said it shows a shift away
from the misguided notion that addiction is a character flaw. “It shows me that people are learning about substance use disorders,” Saddler said; “and they are recognizing that we are dealing with a disease, and we need to treat it like we treat other diseases and approach it in a similar manner.” The number of drug overdose deaths in Kentucky was fifth-highest in the nation in 2016. Saddler said she’s hopeful the findings of the poll can lessen the stigma associated with substance abuse, so the state can
be more successful at addressing the problem. Saddler said drug use alters brain function, causing sometimes long-lasting changes that result in harmful behavior. But she noted there has been progress toward finding effective treatments that can help sustain long-term recovery. “Just like with mental health, there are medications but there’s also counseling and psychological therapy that’s an important component of that,” she said. “Effective treatment
Data Shows Shifting Perceptions About Addiction in Kentucky
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