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December 31, 2014 Vol. 7 No. 100

“The Circle” Photo by Aliocha Merker

“The Circle” (Der Kreis”), is Switzerland’s Official submission for the 87th Academy Awards, and the PSIFF By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic “The Circle” (Der Kreis”), is Switzerland’s Official submission for the 87th Academy Awards, come February 2015. It’s a bold choice when one considers the story that director Stefan Haupt wants to tell. Everyone loves “a love story”, that’s true. Hollywood built a world cinema empire on love stories. But not everyone loves those stories

when it involves two men as a couple. Like many films today the phrase “based on a true story” precedes the film. However in the case of “The Circle” that phrase is accurate. Switzerland was a leader in accepting gays, gay bars and clubs in the 1940’s 50’s. Zurich was the center and “Mother” of all European homosexual organizations at the zenith of the movement in Europe.

In 1948 the KREIS (a selfhelp organization for gays) published a gay magazine, and produced an annual Gay Ball that attracted more than 800 gays to Zurich from all over Europe. Most European countries, and the UK had laws on their books making any homosexual act a crime and subject arrest and jail. Gay emancipation and legal recognition was way off in the future.

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Air Asia plane wreckage found, bodies being recovered By Desert Star Staff Over 40 bodies have been recovered from the missing Air Asia flight, the Indonesian Navy said. Objects resembling parts of the plane, as well as what was thought to be the plane’s outline underwater, were seen in the search area. “There was a man swaying on the waves. After I looked at the photo carefully on my laptop, I understood it was a human body,” a lieutenant of the Indonesian Air Force told local media. The bodies so far found have been brought to an Indonesian

Navy ship, National Search and Rescue Director Supriyadi told. The corpses were swollen, but intact, and did not have life jackets on, he said, as cited by AP. Several family members of missing passengers burst into tears or fainted when they saw footage of bodies floating in the water. It comes after objects that resemble an emergency slide, plane door, and squares box-like item have been spotted 10km from the last position of the missing Air Asia jet, according to Indonesian authorities.

“We spotted about 10 big objects and many more small white-colored objects which we could not photograph,” Indonesian Air Force official Agus Dwi Putranto said at a press conference. An AFP photographer from the same search flight said he had observed objects in the sea resembling a life raft, life jackets and long orange tubes. Indonesian officials have expressed concern over the currents in the sea, saying if bad Continues on Page 6

In Zurich, however, they could gather, be themselves and not fear being arrested. However, in 1960, laws were changed and amended removing their protection. The social stigma returned, and gays became once again, “in the closet”. The movie set against the backdrop of Zurich’s closeted gay community,is sensitively directed and focuses on the real life story of Ernst Ostertag,

a school teacher played by Matthias Hungerbuhler, and Robi Rapp, a drag queen entertainer portrayed by Sven Schelker who enter a life-long relationship. The film intersperses a scripted narrative text with documentary interviews with the real Ostertag and Rapp. The film, simply stated, is a compelling and poignant love Continues on Page 7

d n E e k v e e nt Sum Up e W 2ND ANNUAL GALEN 5K RUN

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Over 600 runners took part in the 2nd annual Galen New Years Resolution 5K run on December 27th at the Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert. Runners and walkers of all skills took part. Each participant received a complimentary T-shirt and a finisher’s medal. Prizes were awarded to the top three runners in each category. First-place winner for the men was Greg Johnson, and Sara Woodward was the winner for the women. All dogs that participated received a special bandana for their efforts. I heard the youngest runner was about 4 years old, and the oldest was over 80. Parents brought children, some in strollers. A few contestants were in wheelchairs, but that didn’t stop them from finishing. One woman, Peggy Abundiz, ran in full fireman’s gear, that weights 48 pounds, in support of Firemen United against Cancer charity. Some runners brought family and friends from far away that were visiting over the holidays. Tents were set up for Registration, Warming up before the run, photos, and refreshments after the run and even a tent to register pets. Race day Celebration continued after the event from 10 to 2 with Activities, Food, Music and more. The Art Museum was open for all to visit and enjoy The Galen museum and the Faye Sarkowksy sculpture garden. There were more runners this year than last, and they are already planning on more for next year. All proceeds from this event will benefit the education programs and community outreach at the Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert.

Sara Woodward Womens 1st place

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Arlene Amick-Museum Mgr., 2st place-Patrick Parsel, Micah Pratt-2nd place an , Nathan Meier- 3rd place and Greg Johnson-Museum COO

Tim Hanlon at Palm Springs “Walk of Star” By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, CA, December 29, 2014 – “If it wasn’t for Tim Hanlon, I would not have had the joy of being so closely involved with Desert AIDS Project … and that would leave a big, empty spot in my heart,” said Barbara Keller, chair

of D.A.P.’s board of directors and one of the co-chairs of the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards gala for the last seven years, along with fellow board member Jim Casey, president and CEO of the gala’s presenting sponsor, Integrated Wealth Management. Keller and Casey, along with a

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several, consecutive years. They knew that it was time to pass their mantle to other community powerhouses – and Hanlon knew immediately that Barbara Keller was his first choice for a new gala co-chair. “When I took the tour of D.A.P., at Tim’s urging in 2008, it was perhaps the nicest setup I’ve ever had played on me because he knew I’d fall in love with this wonderful place for all of the incredible things that it does every day for its clients,” Mrs. Keller continued. “I thought my volunteer commitments were complete and that I was too busy to take on anything more. That tour … and Tim Hanlon … happily changed all of that for me. I’ve been co-chairing the gala with the very talented Jim Casey ever since and am grateful to serve on the board of this amazing organization that does so much for so many people in need.” All the more fitting then, that Tim Hanlon will be immortalized with a Star right in front of Lulu California Bistro – very near to the Star for Barbara Keller. Desert AIDS Project is proud to

honor Hanlon’s long support of people living with HIV and AIDS, not only through his work at Wells Fargo but also personally as a volunteer and as member of its Partners for Life annual giving program. Tim Hanlon helped change the direction of corporate philanthropy in the early days of the AIDS epidemic, leading Wells Fargo to become a strong advocate for HIV/AIDS prevention and education programs. His powerful voice marked a path for others to follow, making AIDS funding support a mainstream cause in corporate philanthropy, as he helped Wells Fargo provide nearly $18 million to local AIDS causes around the U.S. over a decade. “Tim’s vision and leadership have made a significant impact on such an important issue,” said John Stumpf, Chairman, President and CEO of Wells Fargo & Company. Hanlon also serves on the board of directors for the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and Center Theatre Group.

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The Gifts that Lasts Forever!

By Janice Gough In some of my recent articles, I have explained ways to gift and save taxes. I wish to discuss this week, gifts that last forever. We all know that the compassions that we show our loved ones, and others are everlasting gifts, here and beyond. From a standpoint of protecting, we understand the importance of having insurance, whether it is protecting our home, business or other assets, or health type benefits and the importance of owning some life insurance. My father was a laborer and had to support nine children and my mother. Protecting his family number ONE on his list of priorities: 1.) The roof over

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your head, 2.) Good food, and 3.) Paying for his and the family insurances. When he died young, he left my mother with enough to maintain her lifestyle and not worry. We were all grown by that time, but mother was alone in a big house with lots of maintenance. The money allowed her the flexibility to move to a newer, nicer, and safer home. My mother never drove a car, so the move suited her much better, as those who lived in her neighborhood were in her age group and provided her with new friends and walking distance to shopping. Her move later proved to also put her children at peace, knowing that she was safe where she lived. I remember when I first learned to drive, my Dad made sure that I bought auto insurance. It was $30 a year! The significance learned from my father’s ethics was that it was not only important to take care of yourself, but also, to protect others and to comply within the laws. These were qualities ingrained in all of us children. In fact, having now worked for the insurance industry for 36 years, I can attest that there is not a greater gift to loved ones than Life insurance. I have witnessed how life insurance received by

loved ones, has help save the descendant’s very existence. Every year, at the (NAIFA) National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors’ annual meeting, we have a special evening called, “Real-Life Stories.” Life Stories”. Those who have experienced how this lasting gift of life insurance has saved their lives in some way, recount their personal stories. The lessons learned through “Real-Life Stories,” Life Stories”, emphasizes how important this protection is to provide to our loved ones. Even those who suffer disability incidents tell their stories and how having disability insurance saved their families. In fact, if you have a personal story to tell, please let me know, because NAIFA may award you and your family, with a four-day, all-expense paid trip to bring your story to the convention. Another lasting gift is one of the educations, because the benefits of a good education are carried down through generations. Many parents and grandparents want to gift whatever they can provide their children or grandchildren with a best chance for an even best life. The government offers ways to save on taxes and provide education to our

children or grandchildren by using a Section 529 plan, a qualified tuition program. These accounts grow tax sheltered and federal income tax free for withdrawals. You may gift up to $14,000 (single filers) /$28,000 (joint filers)), annually, for each child you are donating to. As the grantors, you are also allowed to advance fund the 529 plan in the first year up to $70,000 (single filer) / $140,000 (joint filers), and prorate the contribution over five years. You may advance fund it again on the 6th year. The big advantage of advanced funding is the great return from compounding of interest credits, which will help to accumulate greater results through the large upfront investment. Imagine how a 7% annual return doubles your money over the course of 14 years. Contribution limits may vary, but may allow up to $200,000, using this I.R. S. approved account to accumulate money tax-free. Qualified distributions are federally income-and penalty-free for any of the following: tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board, and computer, software or Internet services specifically required for coursework. Withdrawals used for items other than qualified higher-education

expenses may be subject to ordinary income tax, plus a 10% penalty (on the earning’s portion of the withdrawal). Present also, maybe State Tax incentives for residents who invest in their own state’s 529 plan. Your primary goal in establishing a 529 plan is that your investment is Safe and earning a good rate of return. You may also consider utilizing a Unified Gift to Minor’s Act (UGMA) or the Uniform Transfer to Minor’s Act (UTMA), which can allow more flexibility of investments and distribution; however, taxes may come into consideration on withdrawal at child’s age 18-21, depending on the state. These gifts to our loved ones become part of our legacy and last through generations. Janice Gough is a Financial Advisor in Palm Springs. Contact her with any questions you may have on this subject, as it is important to compare your options. We offer an initial complimentary review. You may contact Janice by calling (760) 251-7724 or (650) 342-7744 or email: Janice@goughinsurance. com

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HOA Homefront – Inoperative Associations

to tangle or are content to let him run things. No one director should be running the association, no matter how good or bad the person’s performance. Associations are run by a group – the board – and not one individual. Furthermore, they run best when competently managed by a professional manager. If your neighbors are unhappy with the state of things, then at the next annual election, elect a different board. If the By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL neighbors are not sufficiently Dear Kelly: interested or concerned to make We have no management a change in the governance, then company in our HOA for over they cannot complain. a year. One board member is Best, Kelly running the whole show, who is the secretary, treasurer, paid Mr. Richardson, gardener and landscaper. The My five home cul-de-sac complex landscape is in a mess. was developed with an HOA We have nobody to complain to fifteen years ago primarily for the because he won’t listen. Three benefit of the developer and to other board members don’t provide a means for the private seem to care. Plus we have not street to be maintained. We seen any financial report of the have CCRs that pass with the current year. Do we have a case sale of the home to each new to get rid of this guy? buyer. Unfortunately, the original J.R., Anaheim buyers did not formally create the association through election of Dear J.R.: officers and establishment of Your association is a dues. democracy, and very unlike Do the CCRs expire with business corporations in that time or should they still be valid no one officer or director is the - they were filed with the county? boss. The one director probably Can they be enforced without the enjoys being in charge, but also formal establishment of a HOA probably believes he is doing the board and dues? Will we have to best for the association. The re-establish the HOA and CCRs? other directors either don’t wish M.W., Imperial Beach December 31, 2014

Dear M.W.: U n f o r t u n a t e l y, s m a l l associations are usually established with the same complicated governing documents as larger associations. Even more difficult is the fact that the Davis-Stirling Act is a “one size fits all” law. Start with a conversation with your neighbors – do most of them wish for some joint governance of the five properties? If so, you all could hold an election, form a board, and begin following the governing documents which have so far been ignored. Consult with a local real estate attorney to determine if the documents can be simplified to more fit the minimal needs of you five owners. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, aka CC&Rs, are public documents and as such can be retrieved from the County Recorder office with the help of a title company or a law firm.

CC&Rs often have expiration dates, but that date is usually decades from initiation of the association. If the CC&Rs have not expired, they are enforceable either by the association, acting through a board, or can be enforced by any owner. So, if the board does not act (or does not currently exist) any member could seek court assistance. However, court intervention is rarely a permanent resolution to neighbor problems, and is always expensive and stressful. Good luck to you five neighbors, Kelly.

Kelly G. Richardson CCAL is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Managing Partner of Richardson Harman Ober PC, a law firm known for community association advice. Send questions to KRichardson@ RHOpc.com. Past columns at www.HOAHomefront.com. All rights reserved®.

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Santa Claus -1, The Grinch - 0

By Kevin Powell Even though it took him a couple of weeks to show up, Santa Claus and the traditional December stock market rally finally arrived. While we are only up to 0.74% on the S&P 500 in December, it’s much better than the -4% losses we were down just a couple of weeks ago. The whipsaw change in market direction was all about Santa’s favorite elf this year, Janet Yellen. The Fed once again issued a very dovish statement which gave the S&P 500 all the impetus needed to push to its 52nd record close in 2014. The jump this past week

came from 3rd quarter GDP being revised upward to 5% from initial estimates of 4.3%. Many of us were surprised by the strong report since other reports indicate inflation is nearly absent. Historically, we don’t see this type of GDP strength without a correlated increase in inflation. We can’t attribute low inflation to the drop in energy prices either. Gas prices traditionally account for about 0.5% of the inflation number. Oil prices did seem to stabilize last week after its huge decline over the past six months. This is important for many reasons. It is unlikely that energy prices will be rebound quickly in 2015 because the US dollar continues to strengthen and will likely keep going higher for some time. That will provide a strong headwind for oil prices to rise. However, if we can just see oil put in a bottom, it would be a big boost to energy company stock prices. This may be the time to start nibbling at some energy names. If you’d like a list of names, we’re preparing to purchase, just shoot me an e-mail. Stable oil prices will help

the worldwide economy over the long haul and possibly push stock prices even higher. As we’ve said for some time, the markets appear to only be focused on central banks around the globe. That’s not a good thing. There is absolutely no way our Fed can justify not raising rates sooner rather than later when GDP jumps so much. The first quarter of 2015 could be one of the strongest in

decades because comparisons to 2014 are going to be so easy. Remember GDP fell last year in the first quarter supposedly impacted by the tough winter we saw across the country. I think everyone needs to have a large amount of assets in stocks, especially early on in 2015, but don’t overdo it. Consumer debt is still at record highs; housing starts is not even half of where they were

in 2007, and lending standards are in contrast too restrictive. We even so have not seen a 10% correction for more than three years, and our bull market may be getting a bit long in the tooth. These are all issues to keep an eye on going forward.

Shaye, Packed In A Trunk: The Lost Art of Edith Lake Wilkinson (USA), Some Kind of Love (Canada), Spirit / Will / Loss (USA), Twenty-Five Palms (Luxembourg) a documentary on the 25th anniversary of the Palm Springs International Film Festival directed by Fabrizio Maltese, and Walter (USA) starring Justin Kirk, Virginia Madsen, William H. Macy, Neve Campbell and Peter Facinelli. The New Voices/New Visions Award will honor one of 10 films from top emerging international directors marking their feature film debut at the Festival, with the additional criteria that the films selected are currently without US distribution. The winner is selected by a jury of US distributors and will receive a glass sculpture designed for the Festival by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Films selected for this year include: · Afterlife (Hungary), Director

Virág Zomborácz · Chubby (Belgium), Director Bruno Deville · Fidelio, Alice’s Journey (France), Director Lucie Borleteau · Grand Street (USA), Director Lex Sidon · Henri Henri (Canada), Director Martin Talbot · Manpower (Israel), Director Noam Kaplan · A Moonless Night (Uruguay), Director Germán Tejeira · No One’s Child (Serbia), Director Vuk Ršumović · Theeb (Jordan), Director Naji Abu Nowar · What’s Between Us (Switzerland), Director Claudia Lorenz For a complete list of films including those selected in the World Cinema Now and True Stories program visit www. psfilmfest.org. For more information, call 760-322-2930 or 800-898-7256 or visit www.psfilmfest.org.

Kevin Powell has been a financial advisor for the past 28 years and can be reached at kpplanner1@aol.com.

PSIFF Announces Festival Line-Up

Gente de Bien will screen on January 2, 2015 at 9:30 A.M.

By Desert Star Staff Festival to Showcase Films Featuring Jennifer Aniston, Annette Benning, Bérénice Bejo, Juliette Binoche, Patricia Clarkson, Glenn Close, Marion Cotillard, Dakota Fanning, James Franco, Greta Gerwig, Anne Hathaway, Dustin Hoffman, Ben Kingsley, William H. Macy, Jack O’Connell, Al Pacino, Kristen Stewart, Patrick Stewart, Emma Thompson, Nia Vardalos and Many Others. Palm Springs, CA– The 26th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) announces its complete line-up including Premieres, New Voices/New Visions and Modern Masters. 192 films from 65 countries, including 65 premieres (7 World, 5 International, 20 North American and 33 U.S.) will unspool at the Festival, running from January

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2-12, 2015 in Palm Springs, California. For a complete list of films visit: www.psfilmfest.org. “This year’s lineup is particularly noteworthy not only for the overall excellence of the 190+ films included, but for the extraordinary quality of storytelling involved” said Darryl Macdonald, Festival Director. “In this era of mega-blockbusters, filmmakers worldwide seem to be reacting by eschewing traditional genres and formats in favor of innovative and audacious new approaches to storytelling, with newly emerging talents from regions like Eastern Europe, the Arab countries and Latin America leading the charge.” “Change is in the air and circulating around the globe at warp speed. Under-represented countries are making themselves heard in the Oscar race,” said

Helen du Toit, Artistic Director. “Filmmakers are mining the personal stories behind political movements. Marginalized women are asserting their rights. Emerging directors are staking their claims. These are exciting times in cinema and we are thrilled to be sharing them with our audience who comes from near and far.” The Festival will offer a selection of 65 premieres of highly anticipated films, showcasing the diversity of international cinema. In addition, the festival’s everpopular Secret Screening will take place on Tuesday, January 6th at 8:00 p.m. at the Camelot Theatre. World premieres include: Don Quixote: The Ingenious Gentleman of La Mancha (USA) starring James Franco, Horatio Sanz, Luis Guzman and Lin December 31, 2014

Backcountry will screen on January 2, 2015 at 8:00 P.M.

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White House Blog Post: The Economy in 2014

By Jason Furman, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers The U.S. economic recovery took a major step forward in 2014, achieving a number of important milestones. American businesses set a new record for the most consecutive months of job growth: now 57 straight months and counting. By November, the economy had already added more jobs than in any full calendar year since the 1990s. And crucially, the pickup in job growth during 2014 occurred primarily in higherpaying industries, while nearly all of the employment gains have been in full-time positions. At the same time, the unemployment rate fell below 6 percent for the first time since 2008. Despite this progress, it is still too hard for many families to get ahead. Further reductions in long-term unemployment and faster wage growth are still needed, but the data from 2014 show that trends are clearly moving in the right direction. The President’s policies have contributed to this progress in a number of ways, including setting the stage for the recovery in 2009 and taking further steps to accelerate several favorable underlying economic trends. Some critical policies include: · The Recovery Act and Subsequent Fiscal Measures: The United States has come further in its recovery than most other advanced economies around the world, in part because of the President’s aggressive policy response that included the Recovery Act, the payroll tax cut, and about a dozen additional

fiscal measures. Indeed, since 2010 the increase in employment in the United States exceeds that in Europe, Japan, and every other advanced economy combined. · Response to the Financial Crisis: Even when it was not popular, the President took steps to rescue the auto industry, implement historic consumer protections, recapitalize the financial sector, and institute strict new rules for Wall Street. The President’s policies have also helped millions of families stay in their homes and weather the storm, and today we are seeing rising home prices lift millions back above water on their mortgages. · Affordable Care Act: Changes in the health care system, in part due to the Affordable Care Act, are creating major savings for households, businesses, and the Federal government. In 2014, employer health insurance premiums grew at a rate tied for the lowest on record, reflecting in part the lowest health care price inflation in nearly half a century. · All-of-the-Above Energy Strategy: The United States is leading the world in both oil and natural gas production, contributing to a roughly 40 percent drop in oil prices over the second half of 2014, which means lower gas prices for families. At the same time, solar energy is up tenfold since 2008, while wind energy is up threefold. In addition to this energy boom, the United States has also made great strides in energy efficiency, contributing to a 10 percent reduction in carbon emissions

from 2007 to 2013—the largest absolute emissions reduction of any country in the world. These developments signal that the President’s All-of-the-Above energy strategy is having a key impact. · Catalyzing Technological Innovation: The United States is the most innovative economy in the world, and to continue this tradition into the 21st century, the President signed into law the most sweeping patent reform in decades, made significant investments in research and development, and will nearly double the amount of wireless spectrum available for mobile broadband. Indeed, we are currently seeing the most

successful wireless spectrum auction ever, a sign of the tremendous potential that stands to be unleashed as a result of these steps. · Reducing the Deficit: The Budget Control Act, the Affordable Care Act, and returning to Clinton-era tax rates for upper-income households will contribute to nearly $4 trillion in deficit reduction over the next decade. Reflecting these policies, the additional revenues associated with an improving economy, and the aforementioned slowdown in health care costs, the deficit in fiscal year 2014 fell to 2.8 percent of GDP, below its average for the past forty years and down by

about two-thirds from its peak. A shrinking deficit has boosted national saving and set the stage for more sustainable and balanced growth in the coming years. To build on this progress, the President will continue to push for steps that support further growth of middle-class jobs and reward those who work hard and play by the rules, including investments in infrastructure, reforms to the business tax code and immigration system, expanded overseas markets for America’s goods and services, and an increase in the minimum wage.

By Desert Star Staff Heart failure is costing Americans a fortune. The estimated cost of the disease in the U.S. was $31 billion in 2012. That number is estimated to swell to $70 billion by 2030, according to the American Heart Association -- which means that by 2020, every U.S. taxpayer could pay $244 each

year for heart failure expenses. Heart failure is not only a financial burden, but the condition reduces the quality of life for patients and can increase their risk of serious and sometimes fatal medical emergencies. Counter to these sobering facts are the results of a recent study, which found that a

new medical technology can successfully reduce heart failure hospital admissions when managed by a physician, and improve the quality of life among patients experiencing limitations of physical activity due to their cardiac disease. This new technology, called the CardioMEMS HF System, directly measures

pulmonary artery pressure. Data shows this is a much more effective measure than the indirect markers patients have traditionally used to monitor heart failure at home, such as taking and tracking their own blood pressure or weight on a home scale. Using a miniaturized, wireless monitoring sensor implanted in the pulmonary artery during a minimally invasive procedure, the CardioMEMS HF system directly measures pulmonary artery pressure and transmits the data from a patient’s home to his or her health care provider. These measurements then allow for real-time, personalized and proactive management to reduce the likelihood of hospitalization. “Since heart failure is a chronic disease, most days are spent outside the hospital,” says William Abraham, MD, chief of cardiovascular medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and primary investigator for a clinical study investigating the technology’s efficacy. “Accurately monitoring

heart failure from home gives physicians the information they need to significantly improve a patient’s heart failure treatment.” Results from the CHAMPION clinical trial found that those managed with pulmonary artery pressure monitoring showed a significant reduction in 30-day hospital readmission rates for patients age 65 and older, as well as a significant improvement in quality of life as measured by the Minnesota Living with Heart Failure Questionnaire. Potential adverse events associated with the implantation procedure include, but are not limited to infection, arrhythmias, bleeding, hematoma, thrombus, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, stroke, death, and device embolization. To learn more about this technology and for heart failure information resources, visit www.heartfailureanswers.com. Thanks to treatment advances and technological breakthroughs, heart failure patients are living longer and enjoying an improved quality of life.s. (StatePoint)

Technology Improves Outcome for Heart Failure

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Resolve to Make a Better Impression in 2015

By Desert Star Staff First impressions matter, particularly when you’re in the market for a new job. While a top notch resume and cover letter can help get your foot in the door, only you can seal the deal. The New Year is the perfect time to revamp your look for a smooth job search. Make a strong first impression at your next interview or networking event with these easy tips: • Be a good listener. What you say is just as important as being engaged when others are talking. Make good eye contact and ask questions to show you are interested in what is being said. • Anticipate the questions you will be asked so you are prepared with intelligent, confident and articulate responses. Define your strengths and weaknesses ahead of time to answer every hard question with ease. • Get a good night’s sleep the night before an important interview or convention. Not only will you look fresher and more alert in the morning, you’ll be thinking more clearly as well. • Know how to explain any gaps in your resume. If you have taken time off from your field to pursue a passion for travel, be ready to discuss this time off and

explain how it has helped you professionally. • Prepare your 30-second elevator pitch to communicate your strengths and goals. You never know where a conversation with a hiring manager may lead, so be sure to tailor it to each person you speak with so it does not sound over-rehearsed or unnatural. • The maxim often holds true that, “it’s not what you know; it’s who you know.” Be sure that your LinkedIn profile is up to date, showcasing all of your recent work. Connect with headhunters, friends, family, or even old classmates and coworkers to learn about opportunities you may not have heard about otherwise. • Dress to impress to be taken seriously. Denis Daly Wood, founder of Dalys1895. com, a century-old men’s luxury designer and online retailer, recommends standing out with a unique accessory for your suit, such as a stylish tie clip, tie, pocket square, or pair of cufflinks that can break the ice and start a conversation. “A unique pocket square can finish off the look of a suit or blazer, while also helping convey that you are stylish and put together. What you wear communicates a lot about your

personality and who you are,” says Wood. Seek quality accessories, such as the limited edition Caravaggio Italian silk pocket squares, which are handmade or the Dalys 1895 Alligator Belts, which are measured to each inch for a perfect fit. Wood also reminds job seekers

that outerwear and a bag may often make or break the first impression. A sophisticated briefcase, coat and winter scarf, such as the exclusive Caravaggio wool and silk men’s scarf, can give you a polished look when you’re making your entrance. More style inspiration for briefcases, cufflinks, and more

can be found at www.Dalys1895. com. In the professional realm, presentation matters from your social media profile to your suit and tie. For a successful job search, resolve to showcase the best version of you in the New Year. (StatePoint)

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By Desert Star Staff TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA –Tortoise Rock Casino is excited to introduce the brand new Ladies’ Night, featuring 50 percent off well drinks every Wednesday night from 6 p.m. to close starting January 7, at Shelly’s Lounge inside Tortoise Rock Casino.

A creative new cocktail, the Tipsy Tortoise, will also be mixed on Ladies’ Night. The delicious drink can be purchased for $6 and includes a keepsake glass. The Tipsy Tortoise includes Rum, Midori Melon Liqueur, Pineapple Juice and Sweetand-Sour mix over ice. Shelly’s Lounge offers

guests the perfect place to unwind with friends and enjoy a cocktail, listen to music or watch sports. Tortoise Rock Casino opened its doors on March 31, 2014. Tortoise Rock Casino features over 400 slot machines

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weather persists, debris could be spread before crews get to it. The sea depth where the debris was found is between 25 and 30 meters, so divers will be used in the recovery operation, Indonesian search and rescue agency BASARNAS stated. At least 20 divers are preparing and will be deployed to the site immediately, Indonesia’s search and rescue chief stated. December 31, 2014

An Airbus A320-200 carrying 162 people and operated by Indonesia AirAsia disappeared in poor weather on Sunday morning during a flight from the Indonesian city of Surabaya to Singapore. “Hopefully we will find something definite because I haven’t received anything else,” an Air Force official told Metro TV referring to the reported debris.

“Other aircraft are still carrying out searches.” Currently, at least 30 vessels, 15 planes, and seven choppers are looking for the Air Asia jet, Indonesian officials have stated. Most of the search is conducted by Indonesia, but Singapore, Malaysia and Australia are taking part as well. Thailand is planning to join the search, while the US has sent a warship to help.

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Michael Keaton Soars As Movie Star Seeking His Mojo By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic It’s been sometime since Hollywood made an awardwinning movie about the Broadway stage – 1950’s “All About Eve” comes to mind - as a backdrop and subject for a story about theatre actors. In the case of “Birdman”, starring Michael Keaton, now in general release (in time for the Oscar nominations), we have a movie about a Hollywood actor going to New York to revive his faded career. Michael Keaton brilliantly plays washed-up movie star Riggan Thomson who once played an iconic superhero in films; who now must overcome his ego, family and money

problems, as he mounts a Broadway play in a bid to reclaim his past glory. Keaton’s character is suffering from depression and alcohol addiction. Neverthe-less, he feels if he writes, produces, directs, and stars in a hit Broadway play he’s back in the Hollywood game. The black comedy, directed by Alejandro Gonzalez Inarrito, from a screenplay by Inarrito, Nicolas Giacarbone, Alexander Dinelaris, Jr, and Armando Bo, is a fascinating exercise in movie techniques. Inarrito employs the use of a steady-cam or handheld camera which follows the characters everywhere; creating the feeling that the movie has been filmed in one take. It’s an interesting convention, but may leave some viewers grappling with temporary vertigo. There is a lot of following of the characters walking down hallways, up stairwells, in and out of backstage dressing rooms, out onto Manhattan streets, and the rabbit warren-like backstage areas. Cinematographer Emmuael Lubezki, and his camera crew are especially adept in capturing Inarritu’s personal vision of the “Birdman” story; one that wanders all over its story-arc. Never-the-less it’s a technically sound and wonderfully acted film. My only worry was that the audience would spend too much time wondering “how’d they do that?” and not enough time following the narrative of the movie. Of course one could always get back on track by following and listening to all of the characters falling back on good old ‘F-bombs” to jolt the

audience back to the storyline. Helping to make “Birdman” a genuine Oscar candidate is the supporting cast led by Edward Norton as Mike Sheiner; Riggan’s costar in “the play” within the movie. Norton, as Mike, is the slippery type of actor any star has to keep his eye on, or he’ll steal the play. Maddeningly egocentric, but so necessary for the chemistry between them to simmer and then boil over. Ably supporting Keaton’s tour de force performance are Zack Galifianakis as Brandon, Riggan’s lawyer friend and producer, Naomi Watts as Lesley, Riggan’s actor/girlfriend with a passionate desire to play Broadway; Emma Stone as Sam, Riggan’s recovering addict daughter and his assistant, and the wonderful British actor Lindsay Duncan in a tiny gem of a cameo as the vengeful influential

theatre critic out to destroy Riggan. She views Riggan as just another Hollywood movie star trying to use Broadway as a passport back to Hollywood (shades of Addison DeWitt, in “Eve”). “Birdman”, like last years’ Oscar Winner “Dallas Buyers Club” features a character I didn’t much care for, but I sure did enjoy and admire the performance of its star Matthew McConaughey, who walked off with a much deserved Oscar statuette by playing a flawed character. It’s a strong possibility that Michael Keaton, another flawed character-study, will do the same. He has Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking, in “The Theory of Everything”, and David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King, Jr., in “Selma” to beat; which is no mean feat. Let the games begin!

and the New Zealand Festival. In 1991, the company toured Southeast Asia, followed in 1992 with performances in Chile. In 1993, while on an extensive tour, the company hosted a series of unprecedented master classes and residencies with Chinese dancers at the Dance University of Beijing teaching the origin and evolution of the tango. The

following year, Tango Buenos Aires performed for the third time at the International Festival in Granada, Spain. The company then took part in performances and master classes at the Kuopio Festival in Finland, performed in Copenhagen, followed by another trip to Malaysia. Tango Buenos Aires toured the United States for the first coast-to-

coast tour during the 1998-1999 season to great acclaim, and has returned with multi-city tours numerous times. Tickets are $75, $55, $45 and $25 and are available at the Theatre’s web site at www. mccallumtheatre.com.

Tango Buenos Aires at the McCallum Theatre

By Desert Star Staff Through the generosity of Annette Bloch, the McCallum Theatre presents Tango Buenos Aires on Monday, January 19, at 8:00pm. The company of Tango Buenos Aires will perform “Song of Eva Peron,” an enthralling tango dance and music presentation inspired by the most important female

character in Argentine history. Tango Buenos Aires has become one of Argentina’s great cultural exports, known throughout the Americas, Europe and the Far East as the most authentic and uncompromising representative of the tango. In 1990, Tango Buenos Aires participated in the International Festival in Adelaide, Australia,

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Event to take place on March 11, 2015 at the Community Room of the Rancho Mirage Public Library By Desert Star Staff The Desert Writers Expo provides a venue for published authors in the Coachella Valley to showcase and promote their work to a local audience of book lovers and book buyers. This year’s www.desertstarweekly.com

Expo will be held on March 11, 2015 from 3pm – 6pm in the spacious Community Room of the Rancho Mirage Public Library and is free to both authors and visitors. How to Enter: Authors who wish to participate must fill out

an application and candidates will be chosen on a first come, first served basis. Applications and information can be found on the Palm Springs Writers Guild website: www.palmspringswritersDecember 31, 2014

guild.org. Registration will begin on January 1, 2015. And remember, space is limited so register early to insure a table. The Desert Writers Expo is a fun and exciting event for both book authors and

book lovers and we hope to see you all on March 11, 2015 Community Room, Rancho Mirage Public Library, from 3 to 6pm. For additional information contact John Carrigan at carrigan001@dc.rr.com.

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

You’re being called to world service, working with the New Group of World Servers. You have two choices. To focus on your own personal satisfaction, or work toward the stabilization of humanity. Either choice depends on your level of awareness. Both choices are “on the Path”. One is more difficult than the other. One sings, the other’s learning. The world needs help. Especially from Aries.

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present economic instability will create a new stability when humanity learns equitable responsibility and sharing. Because you understand, you are to become the ambassador, spokesperson and representative for these. What will prepare you?

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Our (your) world is different now and will continue to be. Prior ways managing money and resources is no longer safe. Investments now must be in land, gardens, greenhouses, community, perishables, nonperishable, medicines, etc. The

What seemed challenging now become simple routines giving you more incentive to tend to creative details (creating beauty) where a gift is hidden. As you become more and more inspired, have patience, work with focused CANCER intention, take time to rest each afternoon observing the subtle Read Gemini first. Then look to shadows of afternoon light. your relationships. Be sure to Visualize the Sun’s light entering focus all energy and love onto your heart. those you are close to. Take the time to communicate with them LIBRA on deeper levels, especially if sharing resource, forming a You will think fondly this year of company, partnership and/or home, friends and family. If you marriage. Communication is the have a home you will cherish core, foundation, and heart of and be devoted to it. But first all partnerships. Share what you you must go about cleaning and know, sense, feel through what tending, creating an environment you say. of understanding and forgiveness within. Your home is indeed a LEO gift. And so you will think about children, gardens art and artistry You begin to think about for your home. You might also details, fine points, facts and build an arbor and gate to pass information in order to steer through toward your spiritual successfully (an important home. word for you now) through daily workdays (and service to others SCORPIO especially the animal kingdom). Perhaps you realize goals As your awareness unfolds, a haven’t been met, tasks are half gift in itself, you note tensions done, and conclude daily life is and duality. Through them uncontrollable. It is, but don’t you seek to relate, blend and fret. In the coming weeks you’ll join the dual realities within firmly anchor that ladder of yourself. They symbolize the responsibilities and climb each Soul and personality. A space step ‘til all’s accomplished. The forms between these two poles gift is in the details. and it intensifies. This tension

By Desert Star Staff Kids grow up fast. While some transitions are bittersweet, most parents are happy to say goodbye to diapers when the time is right. However, potty training can be frustrating for both parents and kids without an understanding of the process. Knowing your child’s unique needs is important, say experts. The top three most important factors in deciding what potty training method to use are -- that it helps kids become independent, teaches potty training skills, and allows kids to set their own pace, according to a recent online survey of 1000 parents of toddlers conducted by Edelman Berland, commissioned by Kimberly-Clark. “Your child’s readiness depends on both physical and psychological factors,” says Dr. Heather Wittenberg, Pull-Ups brand potty training partner and child psychologist who specializes in the development of babies and young children. “Remember, every child is an individual. So don’t get stressed about your training pace.” To help families with the process, Wittenberg is offering some tried-and-true potty training tips. Getting Started Potty training usually starts around age two, but there is no

correct age to begin. Watch out for signs of readiness. If your child is dry after naps, uncomfortable in soiled diapers and is showing increased interest in the bathroom, he or she may be ready to potty train. Additionally, your child may start asking to wear “big kid” underwear. Independence “You can foster independence right from the start with the help of tools that enable learning, such as training pants and potty seats,” says Wittenberg. “Giving kids control inside and outside of the bathroom is key to increasing cooperation over the long run and helping them overcome the psychological hurdles of potty training.” In fact, seven out of ten parents think training pants give parents and toddlers more potty training independence, according to the same Edelman Berland study. For example, Pull-Ups training pants feature stretchy sides that teach toddlers how to take their training pants off and put them back on by themselves. The easyopen sides make it a breeze for parents and child to check for the need for potty breaks. The Right Attitude A healthy attitude will make all the difference. Ignore setbacks

TAURUS Your thoughts are quite unlike others. Your mind is far away, always seeing the future. You’re concerned with providing knowledge so everyone understand the times ahead, preparing for the future in ways only our ancestors knew. You’re concerned with humanity fulfilling their destiny. Begin by organizing your own home. Then you become a model to others. Preparing a place for others to come.

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and intensity have purpose – giving clarity and discernment between the higher and lower self. Eventually a marriage of opposites occurs. A triangle forms. Ponder these words.

SAGITTARIUS Read Scorpio’s words first. Then, note the battle of attachment that may be occurring, a struggle of identity. Know that Vulcan the forger is attempting to make you into a golden chalice. Your approaching new identity is the gift. Previously and perhaps even now, you’re at war, magnetically attracted to materiality. Later you’ll cultivate a proper rapport with Venus and right relationships will materialize. Silence and serving others helps this come about.

CAPRICORN You may feel in a state of sacrifice, always assisting others in need – a gift you offer the world, even when it feels tedious. Sometimes we must do battle with ourselves (desires). These battles create challenges Caps are supremely able to overcome. During this month (and year) notice a need to focus upon yourself. It’s important now to develop who you are. The past is over for you. That is good. Now who is the new you emerging? Knowing and recognizing this gives you solace.

AQUARIUS Try not to be swept away by emotion, political or religious idealism or self-criticism (a self-judgment). Aquarians are often worried and fearful beings Here’s a prayer (mantram), a gift to you during these holy days, that dissolves and dissipates illusion, worry and fear... “Lead me O Lord, from darkness to light, from the unreal to the real, from death to Immortality.” Say it ceaselessly. It instills courage, hope and reality.

PISCES Two levels often occur in live. Which fits you? The first is we seek to have others bend to our will offering opinions and ideas we believe to be true. The second is our will offered to Thy Will working harmoniously in service to the Group. The first is personality experiential learning. The second is under the direction of the Soul. The gifts here are knowing, discriminating, understanding and identifying the difference. One leads eventually to the other. One is joyful, another gift. Risa D’Angeles is the founder and director of the Esoteric & Astrological Studies Research Institute: nightlifenews.com or, on Facebook, Risa’s Esoteric Astrology. She can be reached at risagoodwill@gmail.com.

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and negative behavior and try to maintain a neutral reaction instead. Your disapproval will only create more negativity. By motivating your toddler and acknowledging every step, the whole family can enjoy the process and it won’t feel like a chore. Use Resources There is a wealth of potty training information available

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for both parents and toddlers. Additionally, check out online resources that are tailored to your child’s needs. For example, PullUps Big Kid Academy features a suite of learning tools, tips for handling setbacks and interactive games to help with the process. To enroll and get a personalized dashboard complete with potty training activities and expert advice

customized to your point in the journey, visit www.Pull-Ups.com. Potty training is an exciting milestone in a child’s life. Understand the process so you can make the learning experience more enjoyable and set your child up for success from the beginning. (StatePoint)

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Living Desert Welcomes the New Year with Flying Colors

Photo by Arthur Lechtman

“THE CIRCLE” Continued from Page 1 story between two human beings. The danger, the sacrifices, the emotions, the disagreements, and the choices all human beings make, are there for the audience. The clandestine meetings, the urgency of the moment, all feed into the life experience of men trying to assimilate into the main stream of life without denying who they are, while society is

doing its best to frustrate any compromise or acceptance. Some make it. Others, do not. Director and screenwriter Haupt doesn’t choose sides. He wisely leaves those choices up to the audience. On the up side, Switzerland officially accepted gay partnership in 2003. On the down side, however, I wish director Haupt had

By Pam Price Just as the swallows return to San Juan Capistrano every year, a flock of 300 budgies ( also known as parakeets) made their way to the Living Desert in Palm Desert in time for Birds of the Australian Outback exhibit. Fit for flying these perky parakeets are terribly tame, especially when visitors have a seed stick in hand. This year marks their second visit to the desert, and they seem like rehearsed better then ever, with children and adults thoroughly captivated by their aviary antics. Their welcome was a hearty one. Our feathered friends perched in a parade of color at this clever open-air exhibit. Harris Lechtman, from Washington, D.C. a first-day visitor said, “I was surprised to see so many parakeets were freely flying. It

was like they were performing for us! I really felt like I was part of exhibit. ‘’ But that’s just the way it was planned according to Allen Moore, President and CEO of the Living Desert. “You are in the budgies’ environment, and they are in free flight all around you. We are thrilled to have them back again.” Gracefully swooping and sashaying through the air flocks of budgies in shades of green, blue truly are light like a feather, weighing in at an average of one ounce each. They created a rainbow of color that children and adults found fascinating. An educational enhancement was signs containing information about all aspects of budgies. Lechtman said he noticed other birds such as cockatiels, amidst this feather

flying feeding frenzy. “ All the birds seem to like the desert, maybe the scenery and weather remind them of their home in Australia,” he said. “Some of the budgies will land on your shoulder or even your hand to try the seed treats. They must think they are like dessert, maybe a hot fudge sundae or apple pie. I think they are having as much fun as I am!” The exhibit will be open through April during Regular Park hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For information, www.LivingDesert. org or call (760) 346-5694.

paced his film better. Also, the film could have benefitted from more coverage and camera angles once the master shots were filmed.. It’s potent material being filmed for audiences of every persuasion. Notwithstanding the emotional trauma the onscreen actors are experiencing, they come across as is they’re sleepwalking with little energy or intensity, except in their close-ups. Yes, I know that is a characteristic and style of some European directors, but I think is does a disservice to the

performers. The overall look of the film works. The 1950’s and 60’s in Europe were a bit gray and grungy. I know, I lived in England for three years, so I’m not totally unfamiliar with a European post WW II look. Now it’s 2015 and societies and cultures are still grappling with all sorts of human rights issues worldwide. As Rodney

King said following the Los Angeles Watts riots of 1965, “Can’t we all just get along?” That would be great, however we’re not there yet. But at least the world is moving in the right direction for 10% of the planet’s population. “The Circle” is currently playing at the Music Hall theatre in Beverly Hills, CA

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Luise Rainer, First to Win Consecutive Acting Oscars, Dies By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) - Luise Rainer, a star of cinema’s golden era who won back-to-back Oscars but then walked away from a glittering Hollywood career, has died. She was 104. Rainer, whose roles ranged from the 1930s German stage to television’s “The Love Boat,” died Tuesday at her home in London from pneumonia, said her only daughter, Francesca KnittelBowyer. “She was bigger than life and can charm the birds out of the trees,” Knittel-Bowyer said. “If you saw her, you’d never forget her.” The big-eyed, apple-cheeked Rainer gained Hollywood immortality by becoming the first person to win an acting Academy Award in consecutive years, taking best actress prizes for the 1936 film “The Great Ziegfeld” and “The Good Earth” in 1937. It’s a feat since achieved by only four other actors: Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, Jason Robards and Tom Hanks. The two trophies marked the peak of Rainer’s career, which declined so rapidly that many considered her an early victim of “the curse of the Oscars.” She fought with her studio over control of her career, fled Hollywood for New York, and suffered through a brief, unhappy marriage to the playwright Clifford Odets. By the early 1940s, her stardom had essentially ended. Rainer herself described the double victory as the worst thing

that could have happened to her. “When I got two Oscars, they thought, ‘Oh, they can throw me into anything,’” Rainer told The Associated Press in a 1999 interview. Rainer was born Jan. 12, 1910 - in Vienna, Austria, according to her entry in the reference book “Who’s Who,” although some sources give her birthplace as Duesseldorf, Germany. She began her acting career as a teenager under innovative Austrian director Max Reinhardt and appeared in several German films. In the mid-1930s she was discovered by a talent scout from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer - on the lookout for new European beauties to rival Greta Garbo - and whisked to Hollywood. Her first U.S. film was the largely forgotten “Escapade” (1935), but her next roles made her a star. Rainer may well have sobbed herself to her first Oscar, playing actress Anna Held, wife of impresario Florenz Ziegfeld, in “The Great Ziegfeld.” The film featured a classic telephone scene during which, Anna, tears running down her face, congratulates her now ex-husband on his marriage to another actress. Her next Oscar was for playing a virtuous Chinese peasant in the screen adaptation of Pearl S. Buck’s epic novel “The Good Earth.” Suddenly Rainer - now nicknamed the “Viennese Teardrop” - was famous, her beauty and emotional intensity winning many fans. But stardom,

she later said, did not bring happiness. Years later, Rainer recalled how she had just had a fight with her husband, American playwright Odets, when she got word that she had won her second Oscar. In those days, winners were announced hours before the ceremony began. “I hadn’t even dreamed of getting another Academy Award, and there I was unhappy in my private life and miserable,” she told the AP in 1999. “I remember Odets drove me three times around the Biltmore, where the Oscars were given out, because I was so full of tears.” Rainer made several pictures in 1938, including “Toy Wife” and “The Great Waltz,” but she chafed under the studio system and clashed with MGM chief Louis B. Mayer, and soon moved to New York with Odets. “I had a sevenyear contract that I broke and went away,” Rainer said in 1999. “I was a machine, practically, a tool in a big, big factory, and I could not do anything. I wanted to film ‘Madame Curie,’ but Mayer forbade me. I wanted to do ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls,’ but (producer David O.) Selznick took Ingrid Bergman and brought her to (Ernest) Hemingway and I didn’t know Hemingway. “And so I left. I just went away. I fled; yes, I fled.” Rainer made one more Hollywood film - “Hostages” in 1943 - but spent most of her later life in England. She made occasional film and television appearances, including an

episode of “The Love Boat” in 1984. One of her last film roles was in “The Gambler” a 1997 adaptation of a Fyodor Dostoyevsky story, in which she appeared with Michael Gambon and Dominic West. Rainer and Odets - author of “Waiting for Lefty” and “Awake and Sing!” - married in 1937 and divorced three tempestuous years later. In 1945, she married publisher Robert Knittel, who

AP writer Daisy Nguyen contributed to this report from Los Angeles.

by Zeresenay Berhane Mehari, challenges this time-honored custom that affects over forty percent of Ethiopian adolescent girls. His focus is on the reallife rape experience of 14 yearold Hirut Assefa who shot and killed her abductor while trying to escape. As a result of her actions, the sensational trial that followed rocked the justice system in Ethiopia into reevaluating its tradition and ancient custom versus the codified laws of a country now existing in the 21st century.

The story of “DIFRET” begins in a rural village, a mere three-hour drive from the country’s capital city of Addis Ababa. Bright 14 yearold Hirut Assefa (Tizita Hagere), is on her way home from school, having just been promoted to the 5th grade, when suddenly men on horses come sweeping in and kidnap her. During her captivity she grabs a rifle and tries to escape, but ends up shooting her would-be husband, killing him. When defense attorney Meaza Ashenafi (Meron Getnet), an empowered and tenacious young female lawyer arrives from the city to represent Hirut, Ashenafi’s plan is to plead selfdefense. This strategy places her client and herself on a collision course with the civil authorities and the accepted and abiding customary tribal laws. There are plenty in a patriarchal society who feel threatened, and are not enamored with young female lawyers challenging the laws and the role of females in their society. Through the lenses of western eyes, the issue will appear as a no-brainer. However, in Ethiopia, the struggle for equal and civil rights for women is a work in progress. The justice system places obstacles in Ashenafi’s

way at at every turn in the hope that she will just give up and accept the status quo. The performance of beautiful Meron Getnet, one of Ethipoia’s most sought after actresses, and playwrights, is forceful and compelling. The chemistry between the tenacious Getnet and the stoicism of her 13 yearold co-star Tizita Hagere – a nonprofessional actor discovered by director Mehari when he conducted city-wide auditions for the film – is what helps propel the narrative forward. According to director Mehari, the film’s title has a double meaning in Amharic, the primary language of Ethiopia. “In its most common usage, “difret” means courage or ‘to dare’- but it can also refer to rape. Challenging cultural norms is never easy but it often begins with individuals who dare to break with tradition and those courageous enough to support them.” “DIFRET” photographed in 35mm color, is technically proficient for one of only four motion pictures produced from a budding Ethiopian film industry. It has a cast of three hundred actors and extras, which make it a pretty ambitious film project for a fledgling production company.

died in 1989. She’s survived by her daughter with Knittel, and two granddaughters. Rainer lived for many years in an apartment on London’s genteel Eaton Square. Her entry in “Who’s Who” listed her recreations as “formerly mountain climbing, now writing, painting.”

Zeresenay Berhane Mehari’s film “Difret”

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic There are still parts of the world where countries are ruled by the laws, customs, and traditions that go back millennia. Some of those traditions and customs like abducting children to become child brides, however, just doesn’t fit into modern-day western culture. “DIFRET”, an Ethiopian film dealing with the vexing ancient tribal custom of child-bride abduction in its rural areas, is executive produced by Angelina

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Jolie whose celebrity raises the stakes in drawing attention to the issue. This isn’t a Romeo/ Juliet arrangement of willing young lovers. These are adult men kidnapping young girls – some as young as 12 years old; forcing them to become brides. The custom or practice is called “telefa” in Ethiopia. Granted, it only occurs mainly in the tribal rural areas, but the custom robs thousands of young Ethiopian girls of their childhood and their future. The film written and directed

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Romance, Good Food and Cuddly Pets

Emma Stone and Colin Firth in Magic In The Moonlight

As you relax at home with family and friends, and even the family pet, here are some DVD titles to enjoy together. In the romantic comedy department, check out Woody Allen’s “Magic in the Moonlight,” now available on DVD and Blu-ray. In the film, Colin Firth, who once played the romantic Mr. Darcy, is cast as an acclaimed magician who dazzles audiences all over the world by his performances on stage. He can make an elephant seem to evaporate on stage. He

also can vanish and reappear in the blink of an eye. He’s amazing, brilliant and also quite acerbic and full of himself. In the film Firth, as Magician Stanley Crawford, is a bit like George Bernard Shaw’s pompous Henry Higgins, open to the charms of a younger woman, much against his better judgment. In the story, Crawford believes in the power of magic, but not in the afterlife or the occult, so when a childhood friend, who is also a magician, but not as renowned as, he, asks him to debunk an

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capublicnotice.com FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: I CLEAN CONCRETE 41184 BANK CT INDIO, CA 92203. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JOSE TRINIDAD GARCIA MANZO 41184 BANK CT INDIO CA 92203. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) 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: JOSE TRINIDAD GARCIA MANZO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 02, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed S. ROMERO File No. I-201403020. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 31, 2014, January 7, 14, 2015. DSW 14-40343 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GONZALEZ TOWING SERVICE 13587 STACY LYNN DR. MORENO VALLEY CA. 92555. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GONZALEZ TOWING & TRANSPORTATION, INC. 13587 STACY LYNN DRIVE MORENO VALLEY CA 92555. Business is conducted by CORPORATION: Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Aug. 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: Daniel Gonzalez, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 9, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed S. RATLIFF File No. R-2014-11564. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 31, 2014, January 7, 14, 21, 2015. DSW 14-40339 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SAVAGE CIVILIAN PRODUCTIONS 505 INDUSTRIAL PLACE-8 PALM SPRINGS CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ROBERT JOEL PLATTI 1835 NEWPORT BLVD A109-546 COSTA MESA CA 92627. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 5/1/2013. 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: ROBERT JOEL PLATTI. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 25, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed Y.R. CRUZ File No. I-2014-02971. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 24, 31, 2014, January 7, 14, 2015. DSW 14-40338

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side County. Full name of registrant: DEBORAH VELDE (DRURY) 76680 BLUE JAY LN INDIAN WELLS CA 92210. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2000. 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: DEBORAH VELDE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 16, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed A. CHAVEZ File No. I-2014-03116. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 24, 31, 2014, January 7, 14, 2015. DSW 14-40332 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MORRIS GARFIN CASE NO. INP1400751 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of MORRIS GARFIN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRENDA L. SHINGLETON. in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BRENDA L. SHINGLETON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 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: JANUARY 12, 2015 at 8:45AM in Dept. 1A located at 46200 Oasis Street, Indio, CA 92201. 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 to 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: CARL G. EHMANN, ESQ. POST OFFICE BOX 1390 LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA 92352 (909) 336-4440 Pub. December 17, 19, 24, 2014, DSW 14-40329 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NORMA TRYON, aka NORMA JEAN TRYON CASE NO. INP 1400774. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: NORMA TRYON, aka NORMA JEAN TRYON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: DAVID JAMES in the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests DAVID JAMES 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 on: February 10, 2015 AT 8:45 a.m., Dept. 1A The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE 46200 Oasis Street Indio, CA 92201 Indio Branch. 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 to a general 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: JOSEPH F. HART 433 NORTH CAMDEN DRIVE, SUITE 600 BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210-4416 (310) 274-7157. Pub December 31, 2014, January 2, 7, 2015. DSW 14-40341

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ANTIQUE GALLERIES OF PALM SPRINGS 505 INDUSTRIAL PLACE-A PALM SPRINGS CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANTIQUE GALLERIES OF PALM SPRINGS LLC 505 INDUSTRIAL PLACE-A PALM SPRINGS CA 92264. Business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) 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: ROBERT JOEL PLATTI MANAGER, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 25, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed Y.R. CRUZ File No. I-2014-02970. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub 12/24, 12/31, NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE 2014, 1/7, 1/14, 2015. DSW 14-40337 OF: Herbert Saul Berlin CASE NO. INP 1400710 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT creditors, and persons who may otherwise be THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Herbert BUSINESS AS: J R THOMAS’ GOLF CARS 78530 Saul Berlin/Erwin J Berlin/John Erwin/E J Berlin VISTA DEL FUENTE INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ROB- Herbert Carl Berlin in the Superior Court of CaliERT WILLIAM THOMAS JR. 78530 VISTA DEL fornia, County of Riverside THE PETITION FOR FUENTE INDIAN WELLS CA 92210. Business is PROBATE requests that: Herbert Carl Berlin be conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not appointed as personal representative to adminyet begun to transact business under the ficti- ister the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION tious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the REQUESTS the decedent’s will and codicil’s, if information in this statement is true and correct. any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codi(A registrant, who declares as true, information cil’s are available for examination in the file kept which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a by the court. THE PETITION REQUESTS authority crime). Signed: ROBERT WILLIAM THOMAS JR. to administer the estate under the Independent This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will Riverside County on DECEMBER 17, 2014 Larry allow the personal representative to take many W. Ward, signed D. PEREZ File No. I-2014-03123. actions without obtaining court approval. Before NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME taking certain very important actions, however, the STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE personal representative will be required to give noDATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE tice to interested persons unless they have waived COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS notice or consented to the proposed action.) NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE The independent administration authority will be THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT granted unless an interested person files an objecDOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN tion to the petition and shows good cause why the THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME court should not grant the authority. A HEARING IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER on the petition will be held on: 1/6/2015 AT 8:45 UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW a.m., DEPT. 1A The name and address of the court (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND is: SUPERIOR COURT CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 24, 31, RIVERSIDE 46-200 Oasis Street Indio, CA 92201 2014, January 7, 14, 2015. DSW 14-40335 .IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE you should appear at the hearing and state your FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- objections or file written objections with the court NESS AS: DEB CASTILLO CONSULTING 76680 before the hearing. Your appearance may be in BLUE JAY LN INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210. River- person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDI-

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TOR 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 four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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: Herbert Carl Berlin 614 Quincy Ave Long Beach CA 90814. (231) 841-4561 Pub 12/26, 12/31/2014, 1/2/2015. DSW 14-60295 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: A.C.T. CUSTOM MARBLE AND GRANITE 65321 TWO BUNCH PALM #4 DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. Mailing Address: 65321 TWO BUNCH PALM #4 DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: AGUSTIN LINARES VILLA 161125 VIA EL RANCHO DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. 2B. THOMAS ALAN REINHARD 2099 E. RACQUEST CLUB RD PALM SPRINGS CA 92262. Business is conducted by GENERAL PARTNERSHIP: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: AGUSTIN LINARES VILLA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 16, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed T. BRIMMER File No. I-2014-03110. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 17, 24, 31, 2014, January 7, 2015. DSW 14-40328 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HYPERION VAPORS 200 E 6TH ST BEAUMONT CA 92223. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BYRON KRUPPA (COLE) 13510 OAK HILL CT YUCAIPA CA 92379. 2B. PATRICK WAYNE ALSTON 1071 E. FIRST STREET BEAUMONT CA 92223. Business is conducted by GENERAL PARTNERSHIP: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: BYRON KRUPPA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 18, 2014 Larry W. Ward, signed S. RATLIFF File No. R-2014-10985. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub December 17, 24, 31, 2014, January 7, 2015. DSW 14-40326 T.S. No.: 9411-8153 TSG Order No.: 8446859 A.P.N.: 693-202-010-7 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/01/1996. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 03/11/1996 as Document No.: 087571, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: ELIAS VARGAS AND, JUANITA VARGAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). 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, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 01/22/2015 at 09:00 AM Sale Location: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 33161 WESTCHESTER DRIVE, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276-3934 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 in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, towit: $45,781.34 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9411-8153. 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. 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

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recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Nicole Rodriguez, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.NPP0240116 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015, 01/14/2015. DSW 14-40342 TSG No.: 8476439 TS No.: CA1400261836 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: 6000296028 APN: 633-271-001-5 Property Address: 45700 PAWNEE RD INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/08/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/20/2015 at 09:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 06/15/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0394751, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California. Executed by: JOYCE RUSSELL, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 633-271-001-5 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 45700 PAWNEE RD, INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $364,185.90. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400261836 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 6 CAMPUS CIRCLE, 2ND FLOOR Westlake, TX 76262 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0240157 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015, 01/14/2015. DSW 14-40340

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the Notice of Sale is $336,783.26. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400260774 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. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC 750 Hwy 121 BYP STE 100 Lewisville, TX 75067 VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0239696 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015, 01/14/2015. DSW14-40336 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000004634762 Title Order No.: 140175063 FHA/VA/PMI No.: ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0617367 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: SERGIO BENAVIDES, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 01/13/2015 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: IN FRONT OF THE CORONA CIVIC CENTER, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 15533 AVENIDA FLORENCITA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 92240 APN#: 656-202-002-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $178,775.77. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www. lpsasap.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004634762. 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 TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES and POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap. com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 12/19/2014 BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (855) 286-5901 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 A-4502566 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015. DSW 14-40334

TSG No.: 12-02328801-T TS No.: CA1400260774 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 661-141-002-9 Property Address: 64494 PINEHURST CIRCLE DESERT HOT SPRINGS , CA 92240 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/20/2015 at 09:00 A.M., VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 06/28/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0509885, in book NA, page NA, , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California, executed by: JULIE K MCCLUNG, AND THOMAS H MCCLUNG, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 661-141002-9 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 64494 PINEHURST CIRCLE , DESERT HOT SPRINGS , CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold 4-40307TSG No.: 8449697 TS No.: CA1400259344 and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 639-062-019-8 Property advances at the time of the initial publication of Address: 66104 10TH STREET DESERT HOT

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SPRINGS, CA 92240 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/11/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/13/2015 at 09:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 04/19/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0305744, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California. Executed by: LALEH VAKILI, A SINGLE WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 639-062-019-8 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 66104 10TH STREET, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $188,929.90. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400259344 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 6 CAMPUS CIRCLE, 2ND FLOOR Westlake, TX 76262 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0239861 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015. DSW 14-40333 TSG No.: 8474439 TS No.: CA1400261588 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: 6000387334 APN: 656-430-069-5 Property Address: 15300 PALM DRIVE SPC 165 DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/08/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/13/2015 at 09:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 02/15/2008, as Instrument No. 2008-0076069, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California. Executed by: DORIS COATS, A WIDOW, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 656-430069-5 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 15300 PALM DRIVE SPC 165, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $191,512.58. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence,

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priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400261588 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 6 CAMPUS CIRCLE, 2ND FLOOR Westlake, TX 76262 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0239697 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015. DSW 14-40331 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 94620485 TSG Order No.: 120260072-CA-LMI A.P.N.: 639-041-004-9 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/02/2007. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 02/14/2007 as Document No.: 2007-0105789, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: CARRIE MOE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). 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, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date and Time: 01/13/2015 at 09:00 AM Sale Location: In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 10060 SANTA CRUZ, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240-2414 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 in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $464,196.03 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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, (714)730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. servicelinkASAP.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9462-0485. 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. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. servicelinkASAP.com or Call: (714)730-2727. NBS Default Services, LLC, Hector Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. A-4502385 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014, 01/07/2015. DSW 14-40330 APN: 684-531-012-0 T.S. No. 014909-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/30/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 1/14/2015 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/9/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0831433, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: YUKA AKIMOTO, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR

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NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE:AT THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 45 LA CERRA DRIVE RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $381,685.15 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 014909-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP. CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 EXHIBIT “A” THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS GUARANTEE IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1: A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISING: (A) AN UNDIVIDED 1/72ND INTEREST IN AND TO LOT 9 OF TRACT NO. 5031, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 78, PAGES 12 TO 18 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER SAID COUNTY.EXCEPT, FROM THAT PORTION OF SAID LOTS WITHIN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, ONE-SIXTEENTH OF ALL COAL, OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINERAL DEPOSITS CONTAINED IN SAID LAND AS RESERVED IN PATENT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 16, 1926 IN BOOK 9, PAGE 166 OF PATENTS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. ALSO EXCEPTING UNITS 209 TO 280 INCLUSIVE AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN RECORDED FEBRUARY 13, 1974 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 17622 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY. (B) UNIT 220 AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN RECORDED FEBRUARY 13, 1974, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 17622 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. SAID CONDOMINIUM IS SUBJECT TO DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS RECORDED DECEMBER 21, 1973 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 164811 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 2: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS FOR INGRESS, EGRESS, USE AND ENJOYMENT OVER, UPON AND IN LOTS 6, 37, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43, 46, AND 47 OF TRACT NO. 5031, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 78 PAGES 12 TO 18 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Pub 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014, 1/7/2015. DSW 14-40325 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14636530-BF Order No.: 140181635-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/22/2004. 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): LEOBARDO RIOS AND MARTHA RIOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 6/30/2004 as Instrument No. 20040508181 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 1/14/2015 at 9:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the front steps to the entrance of the former Corona Police Department, at 849 W. Sixth Street Corona, CA 92882 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $139,834.87 The purported property address is: 13825 DEL RAY LANE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 663-383-018-6 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,

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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 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-636530-BF . 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. 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 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’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. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-636530-BF IDSPub #0074597 12/24/2014 12/31/2014 1/7/2015. DSW 14-40317 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 14-25777 Loan No. DESERT CENTER Title Order No. 140010380 APN 808-023-005-0, 808-030002-9 TRA No. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE Section 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/04/2013. 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 01/12/2015 at 09:00AM, TD FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/08/2013 AS INSTRUMENT NUMBER 2013-0533797 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: COMBINED RESOURCES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: IN FRONT OF THE CORONA CIVIC CENTER, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882, ail right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: PARCEL 1: THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF. PARCEL 2: THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT MAP THEREOF, LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE DESERT CENTER RICE ROAD. 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: VACANT LAND, RICE ROAD, DESERT CENTER, CA 92239, APN: 808-023-005-0 and 808-030-002-9. DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED IN WRITING WITH IN 10 DAYD FROM THE FIRST PUBLICATION TO: WILLIAM PERCIVAL C/O TD FORECLOSURE SERVICES, 5023 N. PARKWAY CALABASAS, CALABASAS, CA 91302 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $298,150.24 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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. 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PALM SPRINGS Karaoke every Friday, from 2:45-4:15 p.m. at 1849 S. El Cielo Road. For info, call 760-323-5689 x108. Cabaret Dinner Revue Show every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 369 N. Palm Canyon Drive. For info, call 760-3255533. Explore Your Hidden Musical Talent every Friday, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at 480 S Sunrise Way. For more information, call 760-323-5689. Wii Bowling on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to Noon and Fridays from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at 480 S Sunrise Way. For more information, call 760-323-5689. The Hebrew Hillbilly on Thursday, Dec. 25 at 7 p.m. at 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive. For info, call 760-322-4422 or purpleroompalmsprings.com. Desert Art Festival on Saturday, Jan. 17-18, 2015 at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For info, westcoastartists.com or 818-813-4478. Divas are Forever on Friday, Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. at 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive. For info, 760-322-4422 or go to purpleroompalmsprings.com. Dueling Pianos Anywhere on Friday, Jan. 2 at 7 p.m. at 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive. For info, 760-322-4422 or purpleroompalmsprings.com. Free Family Law and Civil Legal Services Palm Springs Public Library 300 S. Sunrise Way 760-322READ. This event occurs monthly, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month 2015 New Year’s Eve at the Hard Rock Hotel on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 150 South Indian Canyon. For more information, call 760-969-6650.

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A Course in Miracles discussion and study group. Every Friday at 4 p.m. at 67735 Loma Vista Rd. For info 805-440-9149. Elks Charity Bingo 2 Sessions every Tuesday: Doors open 4pm Each session $10 buy in. 64878 Pierson Blvd-open to public (760) 329-6444 Playoff’s Sports Bar New Year’s Eve Bash Wednesday Dec 31st, 12105 Palm Drive. 8pm2am More information call (760) 251-2644 Compiled by Clarissa Ayala

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cable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (818) 708-7272 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP. com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-25777. 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. 12/15/14 TD FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE 5023 N. Parkway Calabasas Calabasas, CA 91302 (818) 708-7272 Lynn Wolcott, President A-4502279 12/17/2014, 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014. DSW 14-40327 Trustee Sale No. 688021 Loan No. Title Order No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/19/2006. 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 01/07/2015 at 09:00AM, First American Title Company as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on July 21, 2006 as Document Number 2006-0535894 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: Louis Michael Roland, a married man as his sole and separate property, as Trustor, John H. Furbee, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: the front steps to the entrance of the former Corona Police Department, at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE SOUTHERLY 15 FEET OF THE NORTHERLY 55 FEET THEREOF AS CONVEYED TO THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE BY DEED RECORDED APRIL 17, 1963 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 38909 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. APN: 663-290-003-5 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:Via Loreto; Pierson Boulevard Buena Vista Avenue; Cholla Drive, Desert HotSprings,CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $548,883.66 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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 visit the website below using the file number assigned to this case. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For information on sale dates please visit our website at: http:// www.ncs.firstam.com/socal/ DATE: 12/1/14 First American Title Insurance Company 4380 La Jolla Village Drive Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 410-2158 David Z. Bark, Foreclosure Trustee NPP0239179 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY PUB: 12/17/2014, 12/24/2014, 12/31/2014. DSW 14-40324 FC #: 14-111 Loan #5467 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED FEBRUARY 1, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 7, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. of said day, at: the front steps to the entrance of the former Corona Police Department, 849 W. Sixth Street Corona, CA CJ Investment Services, Inc., a California corporation the Substituted Trustee, will sell at a public auction to the highest bidder for cash (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) the following described property situated in the County of Riverside, State of California, and is more fully described on said attached Exhibit “A”. EXHIBIT A THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE WEST ONE-HALF OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF GOVERNMENT LOT 1 IN SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN AS SHOWN BY UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT SURVEY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE COUNTY OF RIVERIDE BY DOCUMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 8, 1977 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 244181, OFFICIAL RECORDS. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: APN: 664-140-019-3 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown here. 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

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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 (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Website Priorityposting.com using the file number assigned to this case 14-111. 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. Said sale will be made AS IS, without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the Power of Sale conferred in a certain Deed of Trust executed by TRUSTOR(S): WILLIAM ARTHUR ROSSWORN, AKA, WILLIAM A ROSSWORN, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, Recorded March 9, 2007, as Inst. #2007-0164079, in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County. At the time of the initial publication of this Notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, fees, and advances is $ 458,000.00. To determine the opening bid, you may call: The day before the sale (831) 462-9385. Dated: December 5, 2014 CJ Investment Services, Inc. 331 Capitola Avenue, Suite G Capitola, Ca 95010 By: Sue Jamieson, Foreclosure Officer P1123624 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2014. DSW 14-40323 Loan No.: M.D.R. CAPITAL RESS Order No.: 75424 A.P. NUMBER 767-190-002-4 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED June 19, 2013, 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 on 01/07/2015, at 9:00 A.M. of said day, at the front steps to the entrance of the former Corona Police Department 849 W. Sixth Street Corona, CA, RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust executed by M.D.R. CAPITAL CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION recorded on 05/07/2014, in Book n/a of Official Records of Riverside County, at page n/a, Recorder’s Instrument No. 2014-0166581 , by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obligations secured thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of which was recorded 07/30/2014 as Recorder’s Instrument No. 2014-0285854, in Book n/a, at Page n/a, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, lawful money of the United States, evidenced by a Cashier’s Check drawn on a state or national bank, or the equivalent thereof drawn on any other financial institution specified in section 5102 of the California Financial Code, authorized to do business in the State of California, ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title and interest held by it as Trustee, in that real property situated in said County and State, described as follows: AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST IN AND TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: LOT 7 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 7 EAST, IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 4, PAGE 63 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE EASTERLY 30.00 FEET FOR ROAD PURPOSES. Said land has no know street address or other common designation. Directions thereto may be obtained by making written request of the Beneficiary within ten (10) days of the date of initial publication of this Notice, whose name and address is: Steven Stadnick, c/o Caroline Getz, Pacific West Financial Corporation, 3363 Cerritos Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. The undersigned disclaims any liability for the failure of Beneficiary to furnish directions upon request or for the failure of Beneficiary to furnish directions upon request. Said sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or other encumbrances, to satisfy the unpaid obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest and other sums as provided therein; plus advances, if any, thereunder and interest thereon; and plus fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of said obligations at the time of initial publication of this Notice is $51,275.53 Dated: 12/10/2014 RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as Trustee By: Bruce R. Beasley, President 1780 Town and Country Drive, Suite 105, Norco, CA 92860-3618 (SEAL) Tel.: (951) 270-0164 or (800)343-7377 Fax: (951)2702673 Trustee’s Sale Information: (714) 573-1965 www.priorityposting.com P1123684 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2014. DSW 14-40322 APN: 647-110-001-8 T.S. No. 018526-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/8/2013. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 2/25/2015 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/19/2013, as Instrument No. 20130546515, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: GUILLERMO GIRON AND JIMMIE S GIRON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 20100 HOT SPRINGS ROAD DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $253,651.81 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be

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recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 018526-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP. CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION REF. NO. 018526-CA THE NORTH 1/2 THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 6 EAST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF. Pub 12/17, 12/24, 12/31, 2014. DSW 14-40321 T.S. No.: 2014-03853-CA Loan No.: 7130807584 A.P.N.:750-160-058-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT

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BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09/12/2005. 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. Trustor: Rory F Legacy, A Single Man Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 09/22/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0785132 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale: 01/14/2015 at 09:30 AM . Place of Sale THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRWAY TO THE BUILDING LOCATED AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $657,247.72 WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt More fully described in said Deed of Trust Street Address or other common designation of real property: 30195 Sunny Rock Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. A.P.N.:750-160-058-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $657,247.72. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason,

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the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2014-03853-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale Date: December 3, 2014 Western Progressive, LLC , as Trustee C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR. Pub 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2014. DSW 14-40319

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S P O RT S A Holiday Present in High School Basketball Form BY DANIEL MARINELLI

RANCHO MIRAGE – Over the weekend and into this week, the Coachella Valley hosted 12th annual, 148-team MaxPreps Holiday Classic high school basketball tournament, one of the largest high school sports events in America this year. Involved were local teams from the desert, out-of-state teams from Texas, New Jersey, Georgia, Washingtion, Utah and amazingly, even some international schools left their continent for the holidays and made the trek – Oakley Basketball Academy from Spain and Urspring Basketball Academy from Germany. The Classic was headlined by two separate, 16-team tournaments: the MaxPreps Open Division (with play-in game) and the Gear To The Max Division. The impressive field boasted seven state or section winners across America and surprisingly, only a minimal amount of the matches were barnburners. Those games, however, were in the earlier rounds. Now, both divisions have championship games set for Tuesday night*, which are sure to bring the gyms down. In the Gear division, Urspring made it all the way to the final, making this tourney somewhat worth the schlep. The team from Ulm will be pinned against Beverly Hills, which pretty much could

walk to the Rancho Mirage gym compared to Urspring’s journey. To get to the ‘ship, the Germans had to defeat the bracket’s topseeded Serra High School from Gardena, while Beverly Hills defeated second seed J Serra Catholic (San Juan Capistrano) and then third-seeded Cathedral Catholic (San Diego) to reach the final. In the Open Division, Mater Dei’s furious comeback fell short against a stacked Pebblebrook (GA) team in the semifinal. The Falcons will compete for the championship against powerhouse Sierra Canyon from Chatsworth, Ca. The Cavaliers might be the impressive team in the tournament, breezing through the competition, while starting four sophomores and one junior. Sophomores Remy Martin and six-foot-eight-inch manbeast Cody Riley put in 16 and 18 points, respectively, in the Cavs’ semifinal win against Etiwanda. Though there are still two more games, the tournament college basketball buzz and a lot of people and athletes into the valley during what is the coldest part of the year in other regions around the U.S. A great time for a basketball tournament in the desert and it seemed like the mecca of high school sports for a little more than four days. In addition to the fierce competition, whenever so many

gifted athletes are together for a special event there is bound to be some extracurricular fun, and in basketball, that’s the dunk contest. Notre Dame-bound Rex Pflueger of Mater Dei took home the dunk title with his own version of a popularized Lebron James dunk. There was even a celebrity sighting on Saturday night at the Rancho Mirage basketball gym. The head coach of the University of Arizona Wildcats, Sean Miller, was likely on hand scouting MJ Cage, a five-star big man from Mater Dei. Tuesday’s Championships Gear To The Max Division:

Urspring (Ger) vs Beverly Hills (CA) MaxPreps Open Division: Sierra Canyon (CA) vs Pebblebrook (GA) De Anza League and Desert Valley League

Desert, Cathedral City, Coachella Valley, Palm Springs and Xavier Prep and the Shadow Hills Knights) also participated in the tournament but in an exhibition capacity. The remainder of the regular season in the DVL and De Anza National powerhouses were league resume next week. not the only programs on hand for the tournament, most of For more info on the MaxPreps the local teams participated in Holiday Classic, visit MaxPreps. the competition in one way or com. For more on sports in the another. Rancho Mirage was Coachella Valley, follow Dan on in the Open Division bracket Twitter @dsmarine7. but fell 85-26 to Mater Dei last Friday. Some other teams * Tuesday’s championship game from the De Anza and Desert scores not available at press Valley leagues (La Quinta, Palm deadline.

By Angela Monroe Palm Springs — Three people are safe after two separate rescues in the mountains above Palm Springs. At 3 Saturday afternoon, a lost and dehydrated hiker called for help. Using a cell phone coordinates, police dispatchers could locate the

hiker in the mountains near the Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center. The hiker was airlifted out of the mountains because of the terrain, and then treated and released. During that rescue, Palm Springs Police received a second call of two lost children near Lykken Trail.

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By Desert Star Staff Healthy individuals at least 15 years of age may donate blood. Fifteen- and 16-year-olds must provide LifeStream with written parental consent. Parent consent forms are available at any donor center, community blood drive or at www.LStream.org. All prospective donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donors receive a free mini-physical as part of the donation process. Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime. For more information, please call 1-800-TRY GIVING. Join the LifeStream volunteer team and make a lifesaving difference! For information, call 1.800.879.4484, ext. 458 Desert Regional Medical Center 1150 N. Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs Wednesday, Jan. 7 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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Donors receive, while supplies last, a free ticket voucher to the 2015 Humana Challenge golf tournament and a coupon for a free, one-hour massage, courtesy of Knight-Gamble Chiropractic, La Quinta. Donors also receive free cholesterol screening and Gift of Life Donor Loyalty points that may be redeemed in the online donor store at www.LStream.org. Those aged 18-44 years may register for Be The Match bone marrow screening at all donor locations free of charge.

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Unmet Demand for Afterschool Participation Nears 20 Million

“America After 3 PM,” a new survey commissioned by the After-school Alliance, finds that participation in after school programs has increased dramatically, from 6.5 million children in 2004 to 10.2 million today. Unmet demand has increased, as well. The parents of 19.4 million children not in after school programs say they would enroll their children if programs were available.

Every day, children in after school programs expand their horizons, enhance their skills and discover their passions by programming computers, planting gardens, cleaning up parks and playgrounds, and by participating in many more activities that prepare them for college, career and life. But despite an increase in participation over the last decade, the new survey of 30,000

American households found that, for every child currently enrolled in an after school program, there are two more who are not – and whose parents would like them to be. “I’ve seen firsthand what reams of data have proven: After school programs do remarkable things for our children, families

and communities,” said former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, founder of After-School All-Stars. “They help kids with their homework, teach them teamwork, engage them in community service, pair them with mentors, give them the chance to get — and stay — physically fit, engage them in activities like rocketry and robotics that turn them on to 21st-century professions, connect them to community partners, and much more. We need to make an after-school program available to every child.” The new “America After 3PM” survey finds that both participation in, and unmet demand for, after-school programs are much higher among children from low-income households than households with higher income, and higher among African American and Hispanic than white children. The parents of 60 percent of the nation’s African American children would enroll their children in programs if ones were available, as would the parents of 57 percent of Latino children. The same is true of 35 percent of white children. “After-school programs help students use the skills and information they learn in school, while keeping them

safe, inspiring them to learn, and providing essential help to working families,” said Afterschool Alliance Executive Director Jodi Grant. “While we have made some progress, we are nowhere close to meeting the demand for after-school and summer programs. Too many children are missing out on the fun, educational activities afterschool programs offer because federal funding has been stalled for years. It’s past time to increase our country’s investment in afterschool.” The benefits of after-school programs are clear to families. More than eight in ten parents with children in after-school programs say these programs help working parents keep their jobs. Eighty-five percent say the programs give working parents peace of mind. “America After 3PM, 2014” was funded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, The Wallace Foundation, the Ford Foundation and the Noyce Foundation, with additional support from the Heinz Endowments, The Robert Bowne Foundation and the Samueli Foundation.

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