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“Ballroom” Bill Lewis, Melodie Wolford, Marcia Rodd, Aviva Pressman, Sean Timothy Brown. Photo by Jim Cox.

CVRep Theatre launches a new reimagining of the musical production “Ballroom”

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association As theatre and society, in general, evolve, especially here in the United States,

“Ballroom,” the new reimagined musical is a very appropriate production choice for CVRep to present to its 2019/2020 audiences. It’s another crowdpleasing show that fits the 2019/2020 season theme of “New Beginnings.”

It’s also the boldest and

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Rancho Mirage Writers Fest was held from Jan 29 to Jan 31. The diversity of Authors was impressive as almost every topic was covered in today’s society. These are famous authors who sometimes make several appearances and do a book signing after their event. Valet parking went very smoothly for the number of cars attending. Moving from room to room was also done quickly, and it seemed no one was without a seat or a viewing on a TV screen.

Each author and moderator spoke for 45 minutes. Topics included Catastrophic events, politics, aging, business,

women, racism, foreign policy, health, economy, education, former presidents, wars, writers, newspapers, White House, fiction and non-fiction, American west, crime, sports, autobiographies, historians, the media, Middle East, our turbulent times and more.

On the first day, one of the speakers was the well-known country singer, Tim McGraw, who wrote a book with John Meacham about music. The room was filled with music and McGraw Fans. The book, Songs of America, deals with Patriotism, Protest, and the music that made a nation. The

most audacious production in CVRep history. The Cathedral City-based theatrical company headed by Founding Artistic Director Ron Celona, now in its 11th season of producing quality Equity productions here in the Coachella Valley, has become a beacon for

more professional actors and creative artists who want work in the Valley’s newest, stateof-the-art theatre complex.

What began as a dream of Ron Celona’s long-held desire to create an Equity Regional Theatre in the Coachella Valley eight years ago is now a reality.

The stakes were high, but the passion and skills, plus hard work and the generosity of some of the Valley’s loyal Patron’s of the Arts, along with Celona’s dedicated and committed Board of Continues on Page 19

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John Meacham and Tim McGraw. Photo by Pat Krause

Cameron Douglas at the Rancho Mirage Writers Fest

Cameron and Michael Douglas. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Rancho Mirage Writers Fest last day brought one of the most famous actors and his son. The Cameron Douglas session was about life and recovery from drugs and prison. He wrote a new book, Long Way Home, about his life. He was very candid about how he pushed the envelope in his addiction. He has served years in prison, 2 years in solitary confinement, for being a drug dealer, thief, and more. Founder of the Rancho Mirage Writers Fest, Jamie Kabler, was the moderator in this conversation as he knew a lot about the struggles and life of Cameron Douglas.

Kabler asked him about his childhood and if he ever felt privileged because of his famous family. He said he grew up being taught good manners,

and that showed him how to treat other people. He said that no one gave up on him during this turbulent time, but he did. There are times when you have to give tough love, but Cameron had his own money from a trust fund, but it was not enough to keep him in his lifestyle of drugs and bad company. He never thought he had a problem until he was forced into solitary prison confinement, where he really had to look at his life.

His grandfather Kirk Douglas and grandmother, His dad Michael Douglas and his Mom and uncle JOJO, were always there for him. He said that the love of family and friends were so important in turning his life around. He is so happy with his life now as he has two movies coming out, a beautiful daughter, and life is

Cameron Douglas and RM Writers Fest Founder, Jamie Kabler. Photo by Pat Krause. good. Kabler had him read the last paragraph in the book, which was so emotional.

The next session was with Michael Douglas in conversation with Peter Bart, who knew each other for years. Michael Douglas’s brother Joel gave a short speech before they came on stage, saying his brother was more than and actor and producer. He was dedicatedly loyal to everyone, was an industry into himself, and was a great man, and he was incredibly proud of him. Michael Douglas has won many Awards, 2 Oscars, 5 Golden Globes, and more and celebrates more than 50 years in show business.

He has a knack for movies that reflect the changing times with the film he picks. He said he would rather be in a good movie that is known as a good actor.

Bart asked him about his

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life in movies and how it all got started. He spoke about many of the famous movies he was in and also produced. One of the questions regarded ferocious women in some of his films.

He asked Michael if that would be relevant today. Michael has worked with some really great women who took on roles of ruthless women when many would not, especially in the part of the nurse in One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest, when many actresses turn down that role. It seems politics comes up in most conversations.

Bart asked Michael which nominee for president he favors, and he said Blumberg as he had done a lot for the city of New York and thinks he would be a good president.

Another conversation was with Political Consultant James Carville and Adam Carolla,

who has a popular podcast.

Carville is the best known for his style in his way of speaking, Very Animated, and open. He helped President Clinton get elected and says that Clinton is way smarter than anyone knows but doesn’t flaunt it. His disdain for President Trump was obvious and says the Democrats have to work to find a way to win in 2020. He gave several ideas but let it be known he is not a fan of Bernie Sanders. He says the dynamics of the nominees will change a lot by May, and its anyone’s ballgame for the nomination. A very spirited conversation by both. He gave no predictions but said any of them could win.

Carolla asked the questions, and Carville gave pointed responses to his ideas and what he thinks the Democratic party needs to do to win in 2020.

James Carville and Jared Fox. Photo by Pat Krause Towns” was revealed during the Fallow’s appearance in the John James Fallows, Deborah Fallows, Bruce Fessier, Chris Little, and Jared Fox. Photo by Pat Krause.

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By Pam Price weary travelers, this means no Absent from their book is tucked away, nearby.

Deborah and James long lines, security checks, and was mention of major Theirs was no ordinary tour Fallows, journalists, have the reality of a more peaceful, metropolitan cities as the of America’s small towns, by been flying high with favorable private style of travel. Aboard content was focused in the way.

The Fallow’s itinerary reviews praising their highly their single-engine propeller small towns, exclusively. was Propelled by interviews original nonfiction book, “Our Cirrus plane, the Fallows took The term used to describe with community leaders, Towns: A 100,000 Mile Journey four years of continuous flying these geographical areas is artists, students, teachers, and into the Heart of America. Their to research America’s small “flyover country.” While you religious and business leaders in observations of America’s small towns. The result of their pre-selected, small towns from may see these small towns towns where they landed their book, “Our Towns” . This good Duluth, Minnesota to Wichita, on a map, most flights fly single-engine propeller Cirrus document book reveals small Kansas.

Visits to libraries, over them.

Theirs was no plane touched down in off the cities in the most original style, schools, and museums revealed ordinary flight plan, however. beaten towns scattered around in other words, it takes travel trends in culture, education, One critic said the America, from Redlands in journalism to a new level. and government that does not Fallows revealed “common California on the West to St. As the Fallows delve into ordinarily make headlines. threads between seemingly Marys, Georgia in the West, the cultural, historical, and Deborah and James disparate communities.”

This to Garden City, Kansas in the educational lifestyle of these Fallows shared this at The exploratory yet extraordinary middle. The towns they visited small American communities, Seventh Annual Rancho Mirage journey revealed America’s covered in their book had one you almost feel you are seated in the back seat of their fourWriters Festival on January small towns in a new light, thing in common, FBO (fixedpassenger plane, where a 31.

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cultural, and artistic growth.

During their four years of high altitude research, the ‘standard operating procedure’ was to visit historic sites and museums, and equally important the libraries. They were on the same page, literally when discussing the changing role of American libraries as creative havens for community projects, educational programs and innovative theme events.

Seeing America from a new altitude and attitude was revealing on several levels.

The ‘uplifting and encouraging stories’ they heard from people they met during their research were inspiring.

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Caucus chaos caused by ‘coding issue.’

By Desert Star Staff Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price has addressed the fiasco of Monday’s

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caucus, insisting there was no “cybersecurity intrusion,” and that a “coding error” has been “identified and fixed.”

Price said the delay in Iowa’s caucus results, for which several Democrats seem to have already claimed victory, is because IDP was required to “enter data manually,” as well as to conduct an “investigation” into the coding area supposedly causing all of the issues.

With many taking to social

media to criticize Shadow Inc., the group behind the seemingly disastrous app meant to record results in the caucus, Price insisted the app is “sound” and gave accurate if only “partial,” results.

Price claims results will be released sometime Tuesday, but the “required paper documentation” has slowed the process down.

With several Democrats already claiming victory in

Iowa, Price’s statement has done little to give voters hope in the disastrous app system being used to report results.

“These mooks didn’t even try a stress test before the caucus. “Partial data reporting due to a coding error” is the sort of thing THAT WOULD HAVE SHOWN UP IN A PRACTICE RUN,” commentator Esoteric Jeff pointed out.

‘Huge victory’ for Trump US President Donald Trump savaged the Democratic Party on Twitter after their much-awaited Iowa caucuses unexpectedly stalled due to “inconsistencies” in vote-counting.

“The Democrat Caucus is an unmitigated disaster.

Nothing works, just like they ran the Country,” Trump tweeted on Tuesday.

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Nothing works, just like they ran the Country. Remember the 5 Billion Dollar Obamacare Website that should have cost 2% of that. The only person

that can claim a massive victory in Iowa last night is “Trump.”

— Donald J. Trump He compared the messy Iowa caucuses to the government-run website used for enrollment to the flagship healthcare program, known as Obamacare, which famously crashed hours after being launched by then-President Barack Obama in 2013.

“The only person that can claim a very big victory in Iowa last night is ‘Trump,’” the president added.

Many expected the results of the Iowa caucuses – a procedure to select delegates to the Democratic National Convention, where the party’s nominee for the 2020 presidential election will be decided – to be revealed on Monday evening.

However, local party officials said the announcement of the results will be delayed until sometime on Tuesday because they have found unspecified “inconsistencies” in tallying the votes.

Is HOA Making Solar Installations Too Difficult?

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL Hi Kelly, good morning.

My HOA is requiring me to install “critter guards” as part of my solar installation, but this will cost me over $1,000. Can the HOA force me to undergo this expense?

Your valuable advice is highly appreciated. Thank you very much for your help.

With Best Regards, C.J., San Jose

Dear C.J.: Civil Code sections 714, 714.1, and 4746 establish a strong legal preference for solar energy installations in California HOAs. Although a restriction which is “reasonable” is allowed, a restriction which either adds $1,000 or 10% to the cost (whichever is less) is not reasonable and is specifically not allowed.

If there is no reasonable way to meet the “critter guard” requirement without a cost of over $1,000, you may want to bring that information to your board, along with a copy of the statute, (and perhaps this column also).

Associations that make the wrong choice on this subject are exposed to not only damages and attorney fees, but also a civil penalty.

However, don’t rush to court – show your board this information and help to educate them. Most HOA disputes begin with a disparity of information, followed quickly by assumptions of

ill will by each side. This is something that should be quickly worked out as neighbors, once everybody has the same information.

Thanks for your question. Sincerely, Kelly Dear Mr. Richardson: The problem with Civil Code 714.1 and its permission of “reasonable standards” for installation of solar panels is that many HOAs are proposing egregious indemnification agreements that go far beyond the maintenance and repair requirements such a system might develop. In our case, we own the roof over our unit- it is not common area.

But the HOA has proposed a terrible agreement that we must sign in order to install solar. It goes far beyond the current CC&Rs which already require the owner to maintain and repair the roof and anything attached to it. It requires the owner to indemnify February 5, 2020

the association for anything that happens anywhere or anytime in the future as well as requiring the owner to pay the association’s legal fees for any future dispute on any subject.

Unfortunately Civil 714.1 gives them the cover to propose such an agreement.

P.K., Vista Dear P.K.: Civil Code 714.1 allows reasonable restrictions such as requiring the homeowner to maintain, repair and insure their system, and requiring homeowners to agree to pay for any future costs to the HOA. Indemnification means that should the HOA incur a cost specifically because of your installed solar system, you would reimburse the HOA from that cost. You describe your roof as your separately owned property which you already maintain and repair. Therefore, it would seem the risk of the HOA incurring a cost is small.

But, what if a part of the installation was dislodged by strong winds, flew off the roof, and damaged another home or injured someone? Why should the rest of the homeowners in your association incur a cost that would not have occurred without your system being installed?

So, respectfully, I disagree with you on this. I think indemnity in this regard is fair to your neighbors and you.

Thanks for sharing your point of view.

Best, Kelly Kelly G. Richardson Esq., CCAL, is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and a Partner of Richardson | Ober | DeNichilo LLP, a California law firm known for community association advice.

Submit questions to Kelly@ rodllp.com. Past columns at www.HOAHomefront. com. All rights reserved®.

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A Personal Mission: Help for Patients with Rare Cancer

By Desert Star Staff People diagnosed with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer, may have to travel considerable distances to get the best medical treatment and now, help is available to meet those travel expenses.

Being diagnosed with sarcoma can be frightening and finding treatment may be a daunting task, with only a handful of major sarcoma treatment facilities, like the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.

Gary Wiener knows this only too well. In 2015, he lost his wife Linda to Liposarcoma. He found, when it comes to quality care, there is strength in numbers.

“The more physicians, the more researchers, the more collaboration, the more stateof-the-art care,” says Wiener.

“But not everybody lives close to a facility of that description.”

So, Wiener founded the Sarcoma-Oma Foundation to reimburse the travel expenses of patients who need help getting to treatment.

Applications are on the foundation’s website at Sarcoma-Oma.org. Sarcoma is a group of cancers that grow in bones and connective tissue.

Oma is the Dutch word for grandmother, Linda Wiener’s favorite role in life.

Wiener says when his wife was fighting cancer, they had the means to get to the best medical facilities - but he saw many people who did not.

“A lot of people have zero income when they’re going through this,” says Wiener. “You know, if they don’t have a significant other who’s bringing in money, sarcoma can really make it so that you cannot work.”

He adds the foundation reviews applications twice a year, there are no deadlines

The Sarcoma-Oma Foundation helps people with medical travel expenses and access to resources. (RFBSIP/Adobe Stock) and they try to respond as quickly as possible.

Wiener points out that the foundation’s website does more than help with medical travel expenses. It also has a page devoted to what

patients might consider doing the day they’re diagnosed.

“This gives you tips on things you could do to speed up your process of getting care, and making you feel a little better about the treatment

you’re getting,” says Wiener.

There are about 12,000 cases of sarcoma diagnosed each year, and making it possible to get to a treatment facility is a critical step in patient care.

Bill Would Open Tax Credit to Undocumented Washingtonians

The Working Families Tax Credit would return an average of $350 for qualified families. (JohnKwan/Adobe Stock)

By Desert Star Staff Washington state lawmakers want to open up a working-class tax credit to more residents, including people who are undocumented, student visa holders and some survivors of domestic violence.

Although the Working Families Tax Credit was passed in 2008, it has yet to receive funding -- presenting a major roadblock for lawmakers on this issue.

Despite this challenge, lawmakers are hoping filers who use an Individual

Taxpayer Identification Number, or ITIN, in place of a Social Security number also can benefit from the program.

State Rep. My-Linh Thai, D-Bellevue, one of the bill’s sponsors, says folks who are undocumented, and working are contributing

to the economy.

“They are working and paying tax in our system,” she points out. “So, to me, it’s a matter of fairness and making sure that those who deserve the benefits that the state put out for people receive them as well.”

Supporters of the Working Families Tax Credit say it could help balance Washington’s regressive tax code, where the majority of the burden falls on low-income Washingtonians.

The Senate version of this bill is scheduled for a public hearing on Tuesday.

According to the Washington State Budget and Policy Center, the Working Families Tax Credit would reach about 30% of residents and provide an average income boost of $350. The group also finds expanding the credit to ITIN filers would benefit 53,000 households.

“Folks filing with an Individual Tax ID Number are people who are largely immigrant populations who

Celebrating Big Strides in Preventing Cervical Cancer

By Desert Star Staff BELLEVUE, Wash. January has been Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and this year, the focus is on some good news - health professionals are highlighting a largely successful campaign against the disease.

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Dr. Mary Beth Welch at Kaiser Permanente in Bellevue says cervical cancer rates have decreased by 75% over the past 50 years in developed countries. She says doctors

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have developed an effective process for detecting and treating this type of cancer.

“We really attribute that due to widespread cervical screening tests that we have, such as the pap smear, and that helps us identify precancerous changes that can be treated before cancer develops,” says Welch.

Welch recommends parents speak to their healthcare providers about vaccines for the human papilloma or HPV virus - for both girls

and boys - at age 11 or 12.

Certain types of HPV can cause cervical cancer.

She adds women should get regular cervical cancer screenings starting at age 21.

In 2018 the Food and Drug Administration approved the HPV vaccine Gardasil for women and men up to age 45 . Previously, it had been approved only up to age 26, and the FDA says it’s still most effective before age 26.

The Centers for Disease Control notes about 12,000 February 5, 2020

women are diagnosed each year with cervical cancer caused by certain HPV strains, and it is fatal for four-thousand a year.

Welch says it’s important to feel comfortable speaking with a doctor about potential symptoms.

“Things like abnormal period is something that we’re very familiar with and we see commonly in our office,” says Welch. “So we say, ‘Come and see us! This is what we train for, and we’re here to

have proactively signed up with the federal government for the purpose of paying their federal income taxes,” says Misha Werschkul, the center’s executive director.

Werschkul notes domestic violence survivors use an ITIN to protect their identity from their abusers.

The Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy estimates in 2017, undocumented immigrants in Washington contributed more than $300 million in local and state taxes.

“People that are undocumented are our friends, our neighbors, they’re our family members, and they’re really an important part of our community -- not to mention that they play a really important economic role in all kinds of fields,” points out Robin Engle, communications and development director of OneAmerica, a group that advocates for immigrant rights.

take care of you and give you the best care possible.’”

Welch adds that women may not have any symptoms at all, which makes regular screening so important for catching this form of cancer.

Disclosure: Kaiser Health Plan of Washington Project contributes to our fund for reporting on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention, Health Issues, Hunger/Food/ Nutrition, Senior Issues.

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Super Bowl commercials

By Desert Star Staff Check out the best of the ads aired during Super Bowl LIV this weekend as we recap 25 of the most notable commercials aired during the

movies, and entertainment.

While the Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, produced a stirring fourth-quarter fightback to win a dramatic Super Bowl 3120, there was another battle raging, as America’s most prominent advertisers did the battle between plays to produce the most memorable commercial of the night.

Thirty-second ad slots during Sunday night’s game cost as much as $5.6 million, with the ads themselves more an attempt to produce the most memorable moment than to actually sell their product itself.

2020 Super Bowl between the Super Bowl has become It meant companies Kansas City Chiefs and the a pastime in itself, with San Francisco 49ers in Miami. advertisers blowing their yearly – and their respective ad agencies – pulled out all the As well as enjoying the budgets on big productions, stops to produce something action during the game itself, featuring essential names instantly memorable. watching the ads during the from the worlds of sports,

Some used memorable movies, including Groundhog Day, James Bond and Fargo, some offered inspirational messages from the likes of NFL star Josh Jacobs and 49ers coach Katie Sowers.

There, others tugged on the heartstrings, with Google’s effort, “Loretta,” arguably the most powerful ad spot of the night.

While some looked to sell products, others seemed to sell campaigns, with United States President Donald Trump running 2020 reelection campaign ads, and Mike Bloomberg promoting his own presidential bid.

Some will prove successful and memorable, while others will be instantly forgotten.

More NC Employers Join Effort to Make Workplaces Family Friendly

By Desert Star Staff RALEIGH, N.C. -- More North Carolina employers are enacting family friendly workplace policies such as flexible schedules, paid parental leave and support for breastfeeding mothers.

One 2018 study found nearly three in four North Carolinians said they would be more committed to their employer if more family friendly benefits were offered.

Ann Welton, president of the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce, works with more than 700 local businesses. She says in a competitive job market, retaining high quality workers is becoming increasingly critical across sectors, including tourism and manufacturing.

“By enacting some of these policies within the workplace, they’re going to do a better job about attracting and retaining top quality workers,” she states.

Welton points to a guide developed by the North Carolina Early Childhood

Foundation that contains research-based practices employers can adopt to keep employees happy and increase productivity.

According to the foundation’s biennial report, more than 4,000 employers have looked at the guide.

Last fall, Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order providing up to eight weeks paid parental leave for state employees.

A 2015 study from the Pew Research Center says the number of two-parent American households where both parents work full-time is on the rise.

Banu Valladares, who operates a bilingual preschool in Charlotte, says taking the time to research the costs and benefits of offering more paid time off, among other family-friendly incentives, and listening to feedback from her employees have improved retention.

“So we were able to implement that, so we increased our PTO for teaching staff from 56 hours

Around 75% of mothers and 50% of fathers have passed up work opportunities, switched jobs or quit to care for their children, according to data from the NC Early Childhood Foundation. (Adobe Stock) to 80 hours,” she relates.

Welton points to a cultural shift among younger workers in their 20s and 30s, who value workplace flexibility over making more money.

She says employers need to reflect that change in values

and notes workers today are prioritizing a work-life balance.

“And they want to be in a workplace that allows them to spend time with family, whether it’s taking a child to a doctor’s appointment or going to a school play, or caring for an

aging parent,” she points out.

According to federal data, employee absenteeism due to child care issues costs U.S. businesses $4.4 billion in lost revenue each year.

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Florida House panel to debate bill criminalizing sex-change surgeries & puberty blockers for kids

By Desert Star Staff A bill that could make it a felony to perform sex-change surgeries on minors, as well as inject them with drugs to delay puberty, is set to go before a Florida House subcommittee next week, as more states consider similar motions.

The ‘Vulnerable Child Protection Act’ will be on the agenda of the Florida House Quality subcommittee when it meets on Monday.

The bill is sponsored by Republican Rep. Anthony Sabatini, who has long opposed the practice that permits a doctor to treat www.desertstarweekly.com

underage patients suffering from ‘gender dysphoria’ with sex-change surgery and medicine that slows the onset of puberty, providing their parents approve the procedure.

The proposed law has drawn swift push-back from Democrats, arguing that the bill outlaws “life-saving healthcare treatment” for teenagers who have not yet come of age. Critics of the ban argue that children who cannot receive such treatment are at a higher risk of depression and suicide.

Speaking to the Blaze on

Saturday, Sabatini accused Democrats in the Republicancontrolled legislature who are attempting to shoot down his proposal of “furthering a political agenda” at the expense of children’s health.

Citing medical findings on the issue, the lawmaker said that about 80 percent of children tend to “outgrow” their body dysphoria.

While the Florida bill still has many hoops to go through before it can become a law, a similar bill has already cleared the House of Representatives in South Dakota. Approved on February 5, 2020

Wednesday, it bans doctors from prescribing puberty blockers for anyone under 16, as well as outlawing sex reassignment surgery.

Online response: “Common sense,” the lawmaker tweeted on Saturday, welcoming the news of his proposal moving forward.

Common sense — Anthony Sabatini If passed, the law would make it a seconddegree felony for any healthcare provider to engage in the activity aimed at altering a minor’s sex.

When he filed the bill back in January, the lawmaker compared sex-change treatment to maiming, tweeting that “no parent should be allowed to sterilize or permanently disfigure a child.”

Today I filed HB 1365, the Vulnerable Child Protection Act. This Bill makes it a felony for a health care practitioner to surgically or medically change the sex of a minor. No parent should be allowed to sterilize or permanently disfigure a child — Anthony Sabatini

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Groups Challenge Trump Waivers to Build Border Wall

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether to review lower court rulings that allow the Trump administration to waive environmental laws for border-wall construction, including a 180-mile stretch in New Mexico. (ArtueoM/Adobe Stock)

By Desert Star Staff Conservation groups have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review lower court rulings that waive environmental laws to build the border wall, in New Mexico and elsewhere.

The groups contend it’s unconstitutional for the Trump

administration to abandon environmental, health and safety laws to speed Mexican border-wall construction, including along the 180mile New Mexico frontier.

Santa Fe-based Bryan Bird, Southwest director for the group Defenders of Wildlife,

By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO, Calif.

- Conservation groups are speaking out against a move yesterday by the Trump administration to remove penalties for companies whose business activities incidentally kill birds.

The U.S. Interior Department is finalizing a change to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, or MBTA, first announced two years ago. It removes penalties for bird deaths considered “incidental take,” even in cases of such gross negligence as a massive oil spill.

Bob Dreher, senior vice president for conservation programs with Defenders of Wildlife, says this will lead to many more bird deaths.

“We already have evidence that businesses and federal agencies have turned their

backs on conservation of birds because of the administration’s policy,” says Dreher. “This may accelerate that. You may see more and more businesses saying, ‘Birds will be killed, but that’s OK - go ahead.’”

In the past, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act gave companies incentives to prevent bird deaths with proactive measures, whether it’s placing nets over oil pits or making power lines and wind turbines more visible to birds. The administration says the changes would ease onerous restrictions on commercial activity and infrastructure projects.

California Rep. Alan Lowenthal - D-Long Beach - has cosponsored a bill to restore the MBTA to its preTrump interpretation. And it would create a system of permits and mitigation measures for incidental bird deaths.

said the steel walls would threaten protected landscapes and the habitats of hundreds of animals, many on the Endangered Species List.

“It’s going to run from the Pacific Ocean all the way to the Gulf of Mexico, and it’s going to cut in half a continent that has

been used by wildlife as well as people,” Bird said. “And so, there’s many species that we’re concerned with that this could be sort of a fatal strike that ends their ability to recover.”

President Donald Trump used an executive order to declare a national emergency and divert funds from the military and other federal agencies to build the border wall - actions that are currently facing several legal challenges.

Regardless of the outcome of any court cases, Bird said the Trump administration appears to be pushing ahead with construction.

“He’s got the waiver authority,” he said. “In other words, he’s waived all federal laws that apply to the border, so he can construct the border wall. And they have the money now, so we expect them to be under new construction any day now.”

Bird said his group and others are deeply concerned that a 30-foot-high barrier would affect rivers and wetlands, and also prevent

the migration of a number of endangered species between the U.S. and Mexico.

“We had, in 2018, a Mexican gray wolf that crossed over the border from Mexico and wandered into the United States for a bit, and then it wandered back,” Bird said. “These imperiled wildlife, like Mexican gray wolves, are crossing the border in search of new habitat and in search of mates.”

The group’s recent petition follows 2018 and 2019 lawsuits, also challenging the administration’s waiver of regulations. Along with Defenders of Wildlife, the coalition includes the Center for Biological Diversity, the Animal Legal Defense Fund and the Southwest Environmental Center.

Disclosure: Defenders of Wildlife contributes to our fund for reporting on Climate Change/Air Quality, Endangered Species & Wildlife, Environment, Public Lands/Wilderness.

Groups Slam Trump Admin. Move to Weaken Bird Protections

Birds caught in oil spills would no longer trigger fines for oil companies if the Trump administration finalizes its proposed changes to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. (USFWS) “We must make sure that the Fish and Wildlife Service knows that it has the authority to punish bad actors when they kill birds due to negligence,” says Lowenthal. “Right now, the administration and the Department of the Interior are

ignoring its responsibilities.”

In September, Science Magazine reported that three billion birds have vanished from North America since 1970 - that’s 30% of the bird population. The researchers blame incidental

take from industry for onethird of those deaths.

Disclosure: Defenders of Wildlife contributes to our fund for reporting on Climate Change/Air Quality, Endangered Species & Wildlife, Energy Policy, Public Lands/Wilderness.

Gunman opens fire on California BUS, killing one passenger & injuring 5

By Desert Star Staff A Greyhound bus en route from Los Angeles to the San Francisco Bay Area became a crime scene on Monday after a gunman opened fire inside, injuring six people, some seriously.

One person has since died.

A passenger opened fire shortly before 1:30 local time, when the bus was traveling on a highway near Fort Tejon road in Kern County. It is

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not clear why the suspect began the rampage.

“The bus driver acted quickly and was able to pull over and stop,” California Highway Patrol Sergeant Brian Pennings said. The suspect then left the bus “voluntarily without further incident,”and was taken into custody, Pennings stated.

Before exiting the bus, the suspect left his handgun inside, where it was later

picked up by police.

Footage from the scene shows police swarming a parked Greyhound bus, which had been cordoned off by police.

There were 40 passengers on the bus when the shooting happened. A woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while five other passengers were hospitalized with gunshot wounds.

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Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons butter

FXSV EURFFROL ÀRUHWV 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 cups fat-free, 2% or whole milk 1 1/2 cups plain couscous (wheat pasta)

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Stir milk into broccoli mixture. Bring to boil. Stir in couscous.

Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Gently stir Parmesan cheese into couscous mixture. Spread on serving platter. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Top with tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

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rom cereal and milk to yogurt and fruit to broccoli and cheese, combining dairy with plant-based foods creates a superfood power couple that can help ensure you and your family are getting the nutrients you need any time of day.

With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets, dairy can help optimize nutrient absorption from plant foods and provide additional nutrients like high-quality protein, calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. You can create delicious meals with the nutrition you need while enjoying the best of plants and dairy.

Combining dairy and plant-based foods can be easier with these dairy-powered recipes from Milk Means More. They are ideal for creating a nutritious and delicious plan for every meal throughout the day. Start with a Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl in the morning then build out your lunch or dinner plans around an appetizer like this traditional Middle Eastern Labneh Spread with grilled pita bread and assorted veggies. For the main course, try Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole and a classic Moroccan staple, Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese, on the side.

Find more recipes that combine the goodness of dairy and plant-based foods at milkmeansmore.org.

Labneh Spread

Recipe courtesy of Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RDN of Jenny with the Good Eats Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 12 ounces whole milk Greek yogurt 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pinch sea salt, for garnish fresh herbs, for garnish

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN Prep time: 40 minutes Servings: 6 Tangy Guacamole: 1 medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon orange, lime or lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup plain, fat-free Greek yogurt Lentil Tacos: 2 1/3 cups water 1 cup dry brown lentils, rinsed and drained FXS ¿QHO\ FKRSSHG onion 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt pita bread, grilled assorted seasonal vegetables In bowl, mix Greek yogurt, salt and lemon juice.

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Wrap mixture in cheesecloth and strain over bowl in refrigerator 24-48 hours. Strain longer to make thicker.

Once thickened as desired, remove from cheesecloth and top spread with olive oil, sea salt and fresh herbs.

Serve with grilled pita bread and assorted seasonal vegetables.

Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl

Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt 1 cup spinach pure maple syrup, to taste ice cubes (optional)

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1 1/2 cups seeded and chopped tomatoes, divided 1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided 12 yellow corn taco shells To make Tangy Guacamole: In small bowl, mash avocado, juice, hot pepper sauce and garlic. Stir in yogurt. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

To make Lentil Tacos: Heat oven to 400 F. In medium saucepan over mediumhigh heat, combine water, lentils, onion, chili powder, garlic and salt.

Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover and gently boil 12-15 minutes, or until lentils are just tender. Uncover and boil 5-15 minutes, or until most liquid evaporates.

Remove lentils from heat. Stir in 1 cup tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese.

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Stir guacamole. Serve with warm tacos.

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Toppings: 2 tablespoons oats 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon pecans, chopped 2 tablespoons reserved chopped apple fresh blueberries In blender, blend blueberries, apples, cinnamon, yogurt and spinach until smooth. Taste and add maple syrup, to taste. If thicker mixture is desired, add ice cubes.

Pour into bowl. Mix oats with maple syrup.

Top smoothie mixture with oats, pecans, apples and blueberries.

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

Great opportunities, prospects and advantages begin to appear in your life and your aspiration for success spirals upward. Progress is assured if you pace yourself and are eager for others’ success along with your own. But most important to determine your effectiveness will be completing all jobs and fulfilling all promises. So be careful what you initiate and what is promised.

TAURUS You have energy, ambition, desires & aspirations to achieve a high level of leadership helping people understand how to create a group mind, work together and build true community. At the center of all of this is the template of the new Sharing society. People, certain ones, learn by watching you.

Therefore, it’s not good to constantly hide away behind the scenes. Calling all angels now for the new era to begin.

GEMINI You want to break away from your regular life. This is so strong within you I don’t know how you’re coping with it anymore. There are possibly very deep belief systems keeping you from making a change, even temporarily.

Would you know what these are? Perhaps a bit of pondering upon this would help. The reality is you’re free.

And the call is clarion clear.

The group already exists

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and it’s waiting for you.

CANCER Are there difficulties and tensions being experienced within certain relationships?

Are there conflicts arising either externally or internally with those close to you or perhaps with friends? If this continues for too much longer, the roots of the difficulty will either get lost or become concretized and hurts will not be healed. Something’s off balance. You need (to see, hear) the whole truth. Then you need to accept it. You can.

LEO Are you in touch with family?

Are you entertaining a bit here and there? Are you called to be creative while tending to a segment of society many do not consider important?

Are you gathering slowly around yourself a group of like-minded people to help in this task? Something with a wise one, something cultural catches your attention. You will think back into the past for a while. About relationships.

And certain trees, snow, fires and waterways.

VIRGO You seek practical solutions to a creative problem. To do this you step into the future, find ways to work that are unusual, innovative, original, modern & novel. Be careful with health.

There’s a vulnerability that can create inflammation. Turmeric, curries, East Indian spices and foods - dahls, kitcheree – all

are beneficial for your wellbeing now. Make all working conditions easy for everyone.

LIBRA If someone were to observe closely in order to write a story about you they would see that you have created a strong ethic around the principles of justice, equality & cooperation.

However, they will also see that there are areas in your life still waiting for you to incorporate these virtues. Libras want peacefulness in their lives. Do you know how to create it? It begins with the intentions for Goodwill, everywhere, with everyone. Someday…yes?

SCORPIO How does your home feel to you these days? How does it look? Home is your foundation, as a child & later as an adult. It is your refuge, a place to leave, a destination to come back to. Is your home providing these? Do you sense the need for a new home, one that encompasses community (living)? What duties keep you away from home? What new foundations, based on future trends, do you need for you to feel home? Where is home?

SAGITTARIUS Sagittarians begin to ponder and gestate a new state of awareness; thoughts and ideas expanding as each week unfolds. This state concerns creativity, children, romance. Things happen this year unexpectedly, without warning, popping up here

and there out of the blue.

Perhaps new artwork or a new book (to be painted, written, published, contemplated).

Something’s coming!

CAPRICORN Wherever you find yourself, this is where you are called to serve. In whatever area or capacity, you are able, this is your area of service & serving.

At first, we are servants, then servers, then “of service to the world.” Recognize while serving others your own self is also being served. You learn more and more about your gifts, talents and abilities. Gifts good, noble and beautiful.

earth and heaven. Not intuitively, but in your body.

Your values change, expand.

So does your self-worth. A star above you shines bright.

Risa D’Angeles is the founder and director of the Esoteric & Astrological Studies Research Institute: Risa’s Esoteric Astrology.

She can be reached at risagoodwill@gmail.com.

AQUARIUS You possess an extraordinary amount of knowledge and artistic endeavor. This coming year even more will arrive.

You will be busy learning how to organize & classify, discriminate & categorize what data is needed for the future, and what to eliminate.

It may feel like chaos. Know that chaos is the first step toward a new harmony.

Connections with others will increase. Love will, too.

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‘I’m part of the problem’: Joker star rants about ‘systemic racism’ at BAFTAS

By Desert Star Staff While most eyeballs were on the Super Bowl Sunday night, celebrities continued the trend of virtue signaling at Hollywood award shows, this time at the BAFTAS. Racism was on the minds of a handful of celebrities at the award show, including ‘Joker’ star Joaquin Phoenix.

The ceremony aired just days before the final Oscar voting ballots are due.

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responsibility of those who benefit from a system of oppression to be the ones who dismantle it.”- Joaquin Phoenix — James Foster “I’m ashamed to say that I’m part of the problem because I’ve not ensured that the sets I’ve worked on are inclusive,” he added.

This came after host Graham Norton made plenty of jokes pointing out the lack of diversity in widely nominated films like ‘Joker,’ ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’, and ‘The “We have to do the hard Irishman.’ Norton described work to truly understand ‘Joker’ as “essentially the systemic racism,” Phoenix story of a white man who said while accepting his makes himself even whiter.” award for his work in last He called 2019 the year “white year’s hit ‘Joker,’ for which men finally broke through.” he is also up for a Best Actor While presenting an Academy Award. “It is the award, ‘Cats’ star Rebel obligation of the people that Wilson later joked about have created and perpetuated male nominees, “I don’t think and benefit from a system of I could do what they do. I oppression to be the ones that just don’t have the balls.” dismantle it. That’s on us.”

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who skewered celebrities who make political statements at award shows while hosting this year’s Golden Globes, sarcastically tweeted he was “very proud” of actors calling out the “lack of diversity” in their industry.

“Very proud of all these actors calling out the lack of diversity at award shows. I bet if they’d have known the nominations in advance, they wouldn’t have even turned up in the hope of winning themselves,” he said.

Very proud of all these actors calling out the lack of diversity at award shows.

I bet if they’d have known the nominations in advance, they wouldn’t have even turned up in the hope of winning themselves.

— Ricky Gervais Think Joaquin Phoenix’s speech was poorly and inappropriately presented.

Very valid points but made it out like there was nothing but racism in the film industry

which is not true based on how many ethnic films and actors are winning more and more awards — Vitamin T “See — a rich man with a gold statue all of a sudden is a voice that should be listened to when he agrees with me,” comedian Allistair Williams added when responding to someone praising Phoenix’s “systemic racism” speech.

See - a rich man with a gold statue all of a sudden is a voice that should be listened to when he agrees with me — Alistair Williams There were still fans of the political moments from the ceremony, especially Phoenix’s dragged out speech. Academy Awardwinner Viola Davis was among those celebrating the white man for calling out racism.

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BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

‘The Good Liar’ and ‘It’ Are Now on DVD

“The Good Liar,” directed

by Bill Condon (“Gods and Monsters”) is adapted from Nicholas Searle’s 2016 novel of the same name and stars Helen Mirren as Betty, a retired Oxford professor, and Ian McKlellen as Roy, a skillful con man who will kill when it serves his purpose.

As the film begins, the two meet on a dating website.

They both lie, at least a little, as he tells her he’s a nonsmoker while puffing on a cigarette. She, in turn, tells him she’s a nondrinker as she sips a glass of wine.

Soon they meet in a restaurant and hit it off. While Roy seems to be a frail

widower, we learn that he is actually a skilled con man who, along with his partner, bilks shady investors out of thousands of pounds. He is also capable of murder as we see him shove an angry investor under a train before joining Betty for a casual lunch.

As his relationship with Betty warms up, she allows him to move in with her on a strictly platonic basis since he seems in poor health and is allegedly estranged from his only son. Betty’s grandson is unhappy with this relationship and lets Roy know how he feels in no uncertain terms.

Betty’s son is also

concerned about the joint financial investment that Betty is about to enter into with Roy. As the film progresses, Betty’s son starts to do some detective work on his own concerning Roy’s past, which partially comes out as the three of them go to Berlin for a few days. While there, we also find out more about Betty’s early life.

“The Good Liar” is a pleasant enough diversion, but both Mirren and McKellen are worthy of better material.

The film is good, but by no means excellent.

DVD featurettes include A Perfect Match: Inside The

Good Liar” and deleted scenes. At least for a while. Alas, he is back and determined to kill •••••••••••••• as many as possible this time “It: Chapter Two” brings the around unless they reunite and Stephen King two-part horror make him go away--forever. saga to an end. It’s about time. Do they? The DVD comes In the first installment, a group with several behind the scenes of young teens encounters a features and commentary by genuinely creepy clown figure director Andy Muschietti. Rated who lives in the sewers beneath R for disturbing violent content their New England town. and bloody images throughout, After being traumatized, they pervasive language, and manage to make him go away. some crude sexual material.

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event was held in the massive London room. Some of these sessions were simulcast in other rooms, so all could see and hear.

John Meacham is a historian of note, and most music fans know Tim McGraw.

John Meachum asked Tim the questions to keep the conversation moving.

Throughout history, music has played a big part in each moment in that period, from slavery to wars to protests and patriotism. Sounds are important as they signify what we are hearing like the sound of the surf, a baby crying, sadness, death, fears, happiness, divorce, wars, and more. Music defines the times and what the people are thinking. Songs tell a story about life and struggles. McGraw noted the Star-Spangled Banner as a religious song.

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what they were intended at the time. One song was about a black-faced person in NY, and he wondered how you could sing some of these songs without offending someone. He mentioned GOD Bless America and This Land is Your Land.

He worried about this and did a tour of three songs that would complement each other instead of offending anyone.

The Green Beret song was Number 1 for weeks, but a couple years later would not have been released because of the times. McGraw said Merle Haggard was one of his favorite musicians. He told the story about Bruce Springstein, where he was asked to sing along and do the second verse along with him, and he didn’t know the words. He was embarrassed and said he would never sing a Springstein song after that. They talked about Lee Greenwood and other musicians and songwriters and the impact they made with the songs they sang.

He said as an artist, he wants to move people in his Louisiana Style with emotions that will bring back a memory and be relevant in the current times.

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Rancho Mirage Writers Fest ‘Politics’

James Fallows, Senator Jeff Flake, Karl Rove and Bret Stephens with the modera- James Carville, Senator Jeff Flake, and Karl Rove. Photo by Pat Krause tor, Robert Shrum. Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Rancho Mirage Writers Fest has grown by leaps and bounds. Thousand of people descending in the Rancho Mirage Public Library to listen to a variety of authors and speakers. This yearly event has become huge, and everyone must love to read as people brought and bought books and filled the rooms where authors spoke about their books. There were several rooms, Steinbeck, Didion, London, and Disney, where the sessions were held.

The variety of authors ran the gamut of topics. Politics from both sides was a vast topic and filled to overflowing the large rooms. The former Senator Barbara Boxer took the Stage with other authors.

I noticed in the crowd many local dignitaries, mayors and councilmen, and the former California Governor Gray Davis. I watched two events where there were 5 people on Stage. Both Democrats and Republicans spoke and opposed each other in a casual setting. The moderator was author Robert Schrum. He kept the conversation lively.

The first one I watched was with James Fallows, Senator Jeff Flake, Karl Rove, and Bret Stephens, with Robert Shrum moderating.

Karl Rove was asked how he felt when social media made derogatory statements about him and said he rarely reads them. He has staff to do that and let him know if something is worth looking at.

Some agreed that the media is corrosive by not getting facts and reporting only what they want their readers and listeners to see and hear.

One was worried that

Climate Change is not being addressed as critical. He was hoping they could work across the aisle to get something done with that. There are significant disagreements about what the real facts are. They agreed that in years past, there were little ways to get the messages of their ideas to the public. Today social media plays a big part in letting people hear the news.

It is also a destructive force as there is no way to stop people from making their views on both sides, either true or what they want to say to make the opposite side look bad.

The conversations were cordial, and no one was offensive to the other on Stage.

These conversations last 45 minutes, and that gives all the people attending time to get to the next discussion they are interested in. Scheduled talks stated early at 8:30 lasted until 3:45 with time out for a box lunch provided free.

There was also free coffee and water and sweets for those people that wanted a snack during the conversations.

The second scheduled talk was after lunch and included James Carville, Senator Jeff Flake, Karl Rove, and Bret Stephens. Robert Shrum was again the moderator who asked very pertinent questions of all on Stage. They all agreed that any nominee could be elected but felt that some of them would drop out after the Iowa caucus in February. One person said that 50 million more Democrats were voting in the last election, and that could make a difference. The previous election saw the highest voter turn out in recent history. One noted that it isn’t always the one they agree with but who they fall in love

with that will get their vote.

One noted that the 46 and younger crowd know nothing about socialism or communism as all that was before their time. Some will vote only because they don’t like the other, and that goes for both sides. They reiterated that everyone should work to make an informed choice, and it is essential as every vote counts.

One comment was that President Trump was willing to say what others are afraid to say. The response was that Bernie Sanders has all the same strengths. They discussed Bloomberg and said his message is Vote for Me, I am a real billionaire and felt he was not going to win the nomination. The banter back and forth was exciting and brought out their ideas.

One asked if the Democrats would support Bernie Sanders in the long run. Biden is still leading, but they don’t discount Elizabeth Warren but unsure if any could beat President Trump in 2020, but anything is possible.

They said that it comes down to their demeanor in the last few months and how they portray themselves and their message. They said it was a bit strange that minorities didn’t rally around those vying for president like Booker and Harris etc. Some felt that Bernie and Warren would likely lose to President Trump, but Biden may have a chance. They discussed the candidates and their feelings on each. One noted Biden had low energy where Bernie has high energy in his speeches.

One indicated that even Bernie did not know how much his programs would cost.

One stated that there is a lot more money going to the Democratic nominees, and there is less money spent on the Republican side.

One person noted that the Democrats are out of touch with the people. Each speaker had the time to make his thoughts and ideas known.

Sometimes they all agreed and then would disagree in a friendly manner. These talks are very enlightening, but most did not sway a person to change his vote. These were their ideas and what they felt which is what you see a lot of on TV, but you got to hear both sides in one session, which made it more explicit without a one-sided opinion.

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Desert Ensemble Theatre Company Launches Premiere of “Adoption Roulette”

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association Motherhood is a powerful motivator that drives the need for mankind to fulfill its destiny - the propagation of our species. But the rub of the matter is that some women are barren, unable to have children. Their only recourse, in many cases, is either to have an in vitro fertilization procedure or adoption. Unfortunately, the latter option opens the door for “the charlatans” of the world to take advantage of vulnerable and anxious, naïve young couples wanting to become parents.

“Adoption Roulette,” a world premiere play written by Elizabeth Fuller and Joel Vig, seamlessly and artfully directed

by Shawn Abramowitz, is produced by Desert Ensemble Theatre Company (DETC) artistic director Jerome Elliott and Shawn Abramowitz.

The powerful drama about foreign adaptions is a true story based on an actual event that takes place in the Winter of 2004, in Weston, Connecticut, Moscow, Russia, and at Vovoysa, an orphanage near the Siberian border.

“Adoption Roulette” is an Actors play. The action takes place on a bare-bones stage with no props or set furniture.

The physical movements in the play are mimed, and the actors play multiple roles.

Yo Younger stars as Elizabeth Fuller, delivering an astonishing portrayal of a woman slowly melting down under the pressure of the

L-R Adina Lawson, Yo Younger. Photo credit: Vanessa Michel

L-R Yo Younger, Adina Lawson & Fergus. Photo credit: Vanessa Michel fraught situation she finds herself in. Liz is caught up amid the red tape of a foreign adoption in Russia, without speaking the language.

Remember, in 2004, America is immersed in the Iraq War. Strained diplomatic relations between Russia and America also doesn’t help Liz without her husband Reuel Fuller, being by her side for support.

Fergus Loughane plays Reuel, Liz’s loving husband, as well as a Delta Airlines pilot, Igor, a Moscow taxi driver, a Flight Attendant, and a Russian Agency Official. Reuel is frustrated and suspicious with the way the adoption process is going and wants Liz to rethink the adoption with another agency, perhaps at home in the states. His Russian character accents are spot-on.

Adina Lawson plays Olenka, the sly in-country guide and translator for the Fuller’s while in Russia. She is also Marion, the Fuller’s friend, and family lawyer, Lois and Dianne, family friends, Orphanage Nurse Blatovsky, and a stern and unhelpful Russian Judge. Ms. Lawson’s Russian accents are also especially

convincing lending authenticity to her Russian characters.

The beauty of this production lies in the strong performances of the actors who play multiple roles.

One can only imagine the mayhem taking place backstage as they jump from character to character, each requiring different costumes and each looking cool, calm, and unflappable when they do reappear in their scenes. Kudos to the backstage dressers that make it all happen. Bless them all. These are the magical moments that actors live for.

As the play unfolds, it becomes a bit difficult to accept the incidents being presented on-stage as believable. The roadblocks erected by non-government private Russian adoption agencies for Americans seeking to adopt Russian children is filled with bureaucratic red tape, frustration, and disappointments, along with deceptive policies that Liz and Reuel face in trying to become parents. One forgets, however, that this is a true story, nightmare experience.

Heart Illnesses Can Sneak Up, Even for Healthy People

By Desert Star Staff Living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t guarantee you won’t end up with a heart illness. A Wisconsin doctor, along with a heart attack survivor, is raising awareness about warning signs.

February is American Heart Month, and experts say it’s a good time to remind people about getting screened for heart disease. Aurora Health Care cardiovascular surgeon Dr. David Kress said the diagnostic part of the process is huge, because it leads to treatment that can prevent something more serious.

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really only be determined by looking for them,” Kress said.

He said not smoking also is a huge step in preventing heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, a person suffers a heart attack in the U.S. every 43 seconds. In Wisconsin, roughly 265,000 people have coronary-artery disease.

Kim Christenson is a heart attack survivor from the Milwaukee area. She said when she had her scare four years ago, she was exercising regularly and was in great shape overall. And while her cholesterol levels were on the higher end, she had no obvious signs of a heart attack in her future.

“I imagine everybody is a little bit like me, like, ‘Yeah, I’m fine,’ or, ‘My doctor says I’m OK,’ and then you kind of coast

with that feeling,” Christenson said. “Instead, I think taking some extra measures to make sure you’re solid in your health, not a bad idea.”

Christenson and others say

in addition to screenings and following up on them, sharing your family’s heart history is a key prevention tool. As part of National Heart Month, Friday, February 7, is Wear

The opening night audience was introduced to playwright Elizabeth Fuller following the performance, who said she enjoyed the show and seeing herself portrayed on the stage

by Ms. Younger, adding that it’s all true. Everyone has a story to tell. It’s just that some stories are more compelling and frightening to share than others.

In the technical department led by director Abramowitz, the production is designed by scenic and costume designer Frank Cazares. The lighting is designed by Ashton Bolanos.

Assistant director Cameron Keys, complete the creative team. The production is stage managed by Sierra Barrick.

“Adoption Roulette,” is a riveting production that performs at the Palm Springs Woman’s Club on the Pearl McManus stage on Friday, February 7, at 7 pm on Saturday, February 8, (two performances – 2 pm and 7 pm) and Sunday, February 9 a matinee at 2 pm. For reservations and ticket information, contact DETC by going online to: www.detctheatre.org.

Red Day, where people are urged to don red attire to raise awareness for heart disease.

Disclosure: American Heart Association of Wisconsin contributes to our fund for reporting on Health Issues, Hunger/Food/Nutrition, Smoking Prevention.

The American Heart Association says more than 22% of deaths in Wisconsin are caused by heart disease. (imelenchon/Morguefile) February 5, 2020

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Mizell Stars among us Stars Gala

Esteemed Honorees, Lee Erwin, Kelly Levy from Bighorn Cares and Timothy Jochen. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Mizell Senior Center held its annual Stars Among Us Gala on Saturday, Feb. 1st, at the Palm Springs Air Museum.

The theme this year was, Take Off With Mizell, to introduce their new logo and tell how they are going enlarge and elevate its unique programs. The evening started with a cocktail hour in the Palm Springs Air Museum hangar with several planes left in the area. Two women dressed as Flight attendants greeted the guests as they arrived. Several volunteers and docents also welcomed guests.

D J Bob Scatch provided musical entertainment.

The Gala is held to honor and award people and organizations for their continued support to Mizell and other charities in the Desert. Co-chairs for the event were Carol Fragen and Dennis Flaig-Moore. The first award of the night went to Bighorn Cares for funding many local charities and nonprofit organizations that make a difference in the lives of the people in the Coachella Valley.

The award was accepted

by Kelly Levy, Charities, and Marketing Director. Bighorn Cares has donated over 2.2 Million dollars to nearly 300 charities, and all money raised goes 100 % to the non-profits.

Dr. Timothy Jochen and Lee Erwin were also recognized as they are significant contributors to many charities. They said they were so humbled to get this award and recognition as they have gotten so much from the valley and just wanted to be able to give back. Jochen said that you get more back than what you give when you support these worthy charities and causes. They said that they have prospered here and felt it only fitted they give back.

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BY ROBERT KINSLER

Musical Greats Return With New Sets

Several of this writer’s favorite blues and rock artists have returned with essential new listens. What’s more, legendary rockers Blue Öyster Cult are back with a terrific new full-length concert release as well as a reissue featuring stellar versions of many of their best-known classics.

Artist: Tinsley Ellis Title: Ice Cream In Hell (Alligator Records) You might like if you enjoy: Freddie King, Eric Clapton, Albert King Tell me more: Blues rock great Tinsley Ellis is as true triple threat, able to play electric guitar, sing and write songs with a master’s touch. Thus, his latest studio collection “Ice Cream In Hell” cements his well-earned role as a leading member of the contemporary blues scene and one of the genre’s greatest living proponents. Opening with the blistering Albert Kingstyled “Last One To Know,” his heavy baritone voice delivers lines amidst his own persuasive guitar work, that musical dance culminating with a mighty solo that closes out the track. He explores other reaches of his Southern bluesminded universe, including via the frisky “Don’t Know Beans,” the B.B. King-mining title track and “Foolin’ Yourself,” and affecting “Your Love’s Like Heroin” – all are among the scorching cuts on the disc.

Across the 11-track album the Atlanta, Georgia native is firmly in command and further defines his signature style for all to hear.

Information: TinsleyEllis.com.

Marcus King guests on the cool title track, a Delta bluesmeets-gospel gem with a bouncy flow. “Soul-B-Que” is a funky romp adorned by blues harp, G. Love’s signature rapid-fire vocal approach and stylish work of guest pedal steel guitar player Roosevelt Collier.

Keb’ Mo’ takes advantage of his collaborations as well, notably on the playful blues funk turn “Go Crazy.” Keb’ Mo’ and pedal steel guitar great Robert Randolph both show up for “Birmingham,” a driving folk rocker enhanced by the star power. Hawaiian artist Ron Artis II joins G. Love on the breezy “Diggin’ Roots,” an acoustic nugget with a sing-along chorus and good vibes in sync with the inviting sound across “The Juice.”

Information: ThirtyTigers.com.

Artist: Blossoms Title: Foolish Loving Spaces (Virgin Int’l) You might like if you enjoy: Keane, Phoenix Tell me more: England’s celebrated indie pop quintet Blossoms have a knack for tapping into tuneful, dance floor-ready impulses across their third full-length release “Foolish Loving Spaces.” There is a buoyant and enlivening

spirit across this album’s 10 triumphant songs. The soulful gospel-injected “The Keeper” is a particularly joyful listen, while the catchy “Real Life” and “Your Girlfriend” lyrically delve into the realities of life getting in the ways of youthfuldriven romantic infatuation. The sleek sounds of the immersive “My Swimming Brain,” synth pop shine of “Romance, Eh?” and disco-tinged “Sunday Was a Friend of Mine” are among my other faves on a fantastic return. Information: www.blossomsband.co.uk.

Artist: Blue Öyster Cult Titles: Cult Classic; Hard Rock Live Cleveland 2014 (Frontiers Music s.r.l.)

You might like if you enjoy: Blue Öyster Cult, Rush, Asia Tell me more: In early December 2019 I caught Blue Öyster Cult as the groundbreaking rock troupe delivered a powerful and inspired concert at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano.

The quintet’s much-deserved reputation as a must-see live act is certifed via two newly-released collections out now. “Cult Classic” is the 12th studio album from the New York-spawned band.

Originally issued in 1994, the

14-track disc features updated recordings of BOC’s biggest hits including the enthralling “Don’t Fear The Reaper,” infectious “Burning For You” and undeniably fun “Godzilla.”

Beyond the band’s timeless hits is a palpable pull that casts a welcome appreciation of the bona fide talents of the group; the psychedelic-tinged heavy rockers “”This Ain’t The Summer of Love” and “Flaming Telepaths” are bolstered by lush harmonies. Elsewhere the bluesrocker “O.D.’D On Life Itself,” literate prog rocker “Astronomy” and heavy metal rocker “Cities On Flame With Rock ‘N’ Roll” convincingly captivate.

And everywhere across the collection listeners are treated to killer guitar work from Donald “Buck Dharma” Roeser (just listen to the dazzling instrumental “Buck’s Boogie”).

The reissue comes remastered and with updated artwork.

“Hard Rock Live Cleveland 2014” is a stellar two-hour concert recording available in several fan-friendly formats including 2CD + DVD, vinyl, and Blu-ray (this writer was provided the digital audio stream for review). BOC explodes out of the gate with “O.D.’D On Life Itself,” the first of 17 selections

that collectively embrace the troupe’s parade of hits as well as far-flung cuts that capture BOC’s diverse forays into blues, hard rock, progressive rock and experimental veins. “The Red and the Black” is one of those great tracks that is dizzying, somehow combining Celtic, classic rock and guitar-centered rock (including tandem fret play from Roeser and Richie Castellano); a six-minute take on “Golden Age of Leather” is launched with lush a cappella vocals and weaves its way through distinctive sections (including riff rock, progressive, and Byrds-like vocal harmonies) all perfect in their relation to the others. While the potent versions of the band’s radio hits is a surefire draw, the inviting takes on the sumptuous 9-minute gem “Shooting Shark,” bewitching “The Vigil,” lovely “I Love The Night” and rollicking “ME 262” are among the other sonic attractions that make “Hard Rock Live Cleveland 2014” a welcome addition to any rock lover’s library. The 10-minute-plus masterwork “Then Came The Last Days of May” is another standout track on the title, enhanced by a nuanced arrangement and fiery musicianship that builds to an explosive crowd-pleasing finale. In addition to Roeser (lead guitar, lead vocals) and Castellano (keyboards, lead guitar, backing vocals), the lineup includes Eric Bloom (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards), Jules Radino (drums) and Kasim Sulton (bass guitar, backing vocals).

Information: www.frontiers.it.

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By Desert Star Staff Palm Springs Art Museum on Hollywood film design.

Airport, midcentury photos, and memorabilia.

PALM SPRINGS, exhibition ‘Alexander Girard: Four-time Oscar-nominated modernism’s great tribute to In addition to these CA – Modernism Week, A Designer’s Universe,’ there production designer Jeannine the golden age of air travel. talks, Modernism Week will the annual festival that are two presentations focused Oppewall will enlighten fans The Architecture of John feature two entertaining highlights midcentury modern on Girard’s design legacy. of her work on films such as Lautner and Helena Arahuete, live evening programs: architecture, art, interior, and Aleishall Girard Maxon and Kori L.A. Confidential, Catch Me Feb. 16, 11 AM, $15 Hollywood Revisited, landscape design, and vintage Girard, Girard’s grandchildren If You Can and Pleasantville with Helena Arahuete, John Feb. 19, 6 PM, $55, $75 culture in the Palm Springs area and co-directors of the her presentation ‘Midcentury Lautner’s longtime associate Palm Springs loves of Southern California, will offer Girard Studio, will present Design on the Big Screen: and project architect, is Hollywood glamour! By popular 26 informative and entertaining ‘Alexander Girard: Collector Creating Worlds’ (Feb. 18, 1 completing a full restoration of demand, Hollywood Revisited talks, panel discussions, and Selector’ (Feb. 17, 1 PM, PM, $12). KCRW personality Lautner’s Bob Hope House. returns with a new show, new other presentations at various $15), and renowned American Frances Anderton and the She discusses this project, costumes, some of the biggest locations during the 11-day fashion and lifestyle designer London-based designer Lautner, and her own work. hits from before, and special event that runs February 13Todd Oldham will present behind the wildly popular Where Today Meets guest, Richard Chamberlain.

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Darren Bradley will present of the midcentury designers/ steps out of Los Angeles’ setting at CAMP, Modernism Many presentations will the architectural legacy of artists, fashion designer Trina shadow to reveal its unique Week’s headquarters for tours take place at the Annenberg Modernism architecture in Turk, Gerard O’Brien, Peter treasure trove of midcentury and events. CAMP will be Theater at the Palm Springs ‘Columbus: Indiana’s Modernist Loughrey, Jo Lauria and Dale modern architecture. Architect/ at 575 North Palm Canyon Art Museum and other Experiment,’ (Feb. 19, 9 AM Gluckman (Feb. 20, 10 AM, historian Alan Hess leads a Drive in the Uptown Design locations. Here are some $12). Acclaimed photographer $15). The legacy of beloved panel exploring this little-known District. Public programs run highlights from the schedule Milton Greene is best known Palm Springs interior designer but surprising frontier for daily at CAMP, February 14of talks and presentations for his iconic photo sessions Steve Chase is the subject of Modernists to explore today.

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Keynote Speaker: Daniel Joshua Greene, will present Legacy’ with Katherine Plake House and Palm Springs, Modernism Week’s Libeskind: Edge of Order ‘Elegance: The World Through Hough, Marybeth Norton, Feb. 18, 9 AM, $12 signature 11-day event will Architect, artist, professor, the Eyes of Milton H. Greene,’ Annette Lerner and Eric The 1931 Aluminaire take place on February 13and set designer Daniel (Feb. 17, 3 PM, $12).

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. MCC2000097, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 30755 D AULD ROAD, MURRIETA, CA 92563, SOUTHWEST JUSTICE CENTER, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. MARGARET ROSE DUCOULOMBIER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: MARGARET ROSE DUCOULOMBIER to Proposed Name: MAGGIE ROSE SINAY. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: FEBRUARY 27, 2020 Time: 9:30 a.m., Dept.: S101.

The address of the court is: 30755 D AULD ROAD, MURRIETA, CA 92563, SOUTHWEST JUSTICE CENTER. County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 Palm Drive Suite 5, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: JANUARY 15, 2020, Judge of the Superior Court, Publish January 22, 29, 2020, February 5, 12, 2020. DSW20-2018 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC1909277, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. MITZY M. MARTINEZ SOTO, ARTURO JAVIER ECHENIQUE, ANAVELIA J. ECHENIQUE, ANTHONY J. ECHENIQUE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: MITZY MARIANA MARTINEZ SOTO to Proposed Name: MITZY MARIANA ROJAS MARTINEZ. Present name: ARTURO JAVIER ECHENIQUE to Proposed Name: ARTURO JAVIER ROJAS MARTINEZ. Present Name: ANAVELIA JOANA ECHENIQUE to Proposed Name: ANAVELIA JOANA ROJAS MARTINEZ. Present Name: ANTHONY JOCRUZ ECHENIQUE to Proposed Name: ANTHONY JOCRUZ ROJAS MARTINEZ. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: FEB 19, 2020 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS4. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 Palm Drive Suite 5, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. The biological father must be personally served by a registered process server. Dated: DECEMBER 20, 2019, Judge of the Superior Court, Publish JANUARY 22, 29, FEBUARY 5, 12, 2020. DSW20-2017 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 2000075, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

ROBERT JOSEPH HESCH filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a.

Present Name: ROBERT JOSEPH HESCH to Proposed Name: ROBERT JOSPEH MITZEL. 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: MARCH 06, 2020 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS4, b. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 PALM DRIVE SUITE 5, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Dated: JANUARY 07, 2020 Judge of the Superior Court, Publish January 15, 22, 29, 2020, February 5, 2020. DSW20-2012 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS MCCABE AND COMPANY PROFESSIONAL LIFE COACHING, 2851 CALLE ARANDAS, PALM SPRING, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: THOMAS ROBERT MCCABE, 2851 CALLE ARANDAS, PALM SPRING, CA 92264. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not 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 THOMAS ROBERT MCCABE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 17, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201916328 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE)., December 25, 2019 January 1, 8, 15, 2020. February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW19-1345 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS HWY COLLISION CENTER , 83533 HWY 111, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County Full name of registrant: HWY COLLISION CENTER LLC, 83533 HWY 111, INDIO, CA 92201/ CA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not begun to transact 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 MARIO ALBERTO LEYVA, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 05, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County

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Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201915849. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish January 1, 8, 15, 22, 2020 February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2002

County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001631 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2034

AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS SWAG FURNITURE OF PALM SPRINGS, 407 S INDUSTRIAL PL., PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. 1243 VIA BENICIA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234 Full name of registrant: AUDREY NOEL CHESSHER., 1243 VIA BENICIA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. 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 AUDREY NOEL CHESSHER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 22. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201915448. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020 February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW19-5200

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS COACHELLA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION LLC, 31200 SAN YSIDRO AVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: COACHELLA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION LLC, 31200 SAN YSIDRO AVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. 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 ALEJANDRO LOPEZ VASQUEZ, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/29/2020.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001573 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2033

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Clerk of Riverside County on 01/27/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001280 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2020 DSW20-2028

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: OGENNEMJOE, 308 W BARBOUR STREET APT#F-157, Banning, CA 92220. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Michael Chimezie Nwadigo, 380 W Barbour Street Apt#f-157, Banning, CA 92220. Business is conducted by: Individual. 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: Michael Chimezie Nwadigo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 6, 2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001331. 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). DSW20-2043 February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS FASTER LUBE N TRUCK, 72189 VARNER RD, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276.

Riverside County: 15985 AVENIDA ATEZADA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Full name of registrant: JORGE ALEJANDRO GARCIA, 15985 AVENIDA ATEZADA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; CHRISTIAN ALEJANDRO GARCIA, 68340 PANORAMA CT, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by CO-PARTNER. 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 JORGE ALEJANDRO GARCIA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/16/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000813. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT SIONS CODE). Publish January 29, February 5, 12, THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING 19, 2020 DSW20-2027 BUSINESS AS DESERT TRU-SHINE CLEANING SERVICE, 77 RHONDA AVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIDARLY ROXETHE VALENZELA., 77 RHONDA AVE, NESS AS 7-ELEVEN STORE #37977A, 69123 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Business is conducted RAMON ROAD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to Riverside County; 1302D PLATTE FALLS ROAD, transact business under the fictitious business #263, PLATTE CITY, MO 64079. Full name of name(s) listed above. I declare that all the informa- registrant: ALAIHEH, INC., 196 TEMPLE AVENUE, tion in this statement is true and correct. (A regis- BEAUMONT, CA 92223/CA. Business is conducted trant, who declares as true, information which he or by CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed to transact business under the fictitious business DARLY ROXETHE VALENZELA. This statement name(s) listed above. I declare that all the informawas filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County tion in this statement is true and correct. (A regison 01/16/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County trant, who declares as true, information which he or Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000811 NOTICE — she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT ASIM A. BUTT, CEO/OWNER. This statement was EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ATELIER NOVEMBER, 463 DESERT LAKES DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: EUN HEE CHRISTINE KIM, 463 DESERT LAKES DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. JASON - - LUK 463 DESERT LAKES DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted by MARRIED COUPLE. 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 EUN HEE CHRISTINE KIM. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 02/03/2020.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001800. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2039

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: JUAN RAMIREZ POOL SERVICE, 68085 RISUENO RD APT A, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County; 68085 RISUENO RD APT A, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Full name of registrant: JUAN ANTONIO RAMIREZ ALONSO, 68085 RISUENO RD APT A, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDAUL. 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 JUAN ANTONIO RAMIREZ ALONSO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/29/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001548. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2031

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TJ PROMO & PUBLISHING, 52705 AVENIDA OBREGON, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: TERJE- -BERGER, 52705 AVENIDA OBREGON, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Business is conducted by INDIVIDAUL. 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 TERJE- -BERGER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/28/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001485. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE BEST OF PROPERTIES, 70390 HIGHWAY 111 SUITE 105, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: TBO PROPERTIES, INC. 70390 HIGHWAY 111 SUITE 105, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270/ CA. Business is conducted by CORPORATION. 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 CARY MICHAEL GERKEN/ PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/28/2020.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001433. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2030 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: JV GARDENING SERVICES, 31235 AVE- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE NIDA LA PALOMA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIRiverside County; PO BOX 1041, CATHEDRAL NESS TI NASIS, 12651 AGUA CAYENDO RD 3, CITY, CA 92235. Full name of registrant: JIMMY- -VI- DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside DAL RAMIREZ, 31235 AVENIDA LA PALOMA, CA- County. Full name of registrant: TI NASIS, 12651 THEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted AGUA CAYENDO RD 3, DESERT HOT SPRINGS,

by INDIVIDAUL. Registrant commenced to transact CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. business under the fictitious business name(s) listed Registrant commenced to transact under the fictiabove on 01/15/20. I declare that all the information tious business name(s) listed above on 01/20/2020. in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, I declare that all the information in this statement who declares as true, information which he or she is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed JIMMY- as true, information which he or she knows to -VIDAL RAMIREZ. This statement was filed with the be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed MARY ANN County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/21/2020. GARCIA. This statement was filed with the County Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File Clerk of Riverside County on JANUARY 27, 2020.

No. R-202000951. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE No. R-202001311. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTIFILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF AN- USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANLAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINES- OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish February 5, LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS 12, 19, 26, 2020 DSW20-2035 AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish January 29, February 5, 12, 19, 2020 DSW20-2029 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE NESS AS MARTIN CARRERA POOL SERVICE, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI68775 VISTA CHINO, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA NESS AS NOVA-STARGATE : DE CONSUELO, 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: 66351 1ST #2. DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA MARTIN CARRERA AGUILAR, 68775 VISTA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CHINO, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business NOVA-STARGATE- -DE CONSUELO, 66351 1ST is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not #2. DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. Business yet begun to transact business under the fictitious is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the yet begun to transact business under the fictitious information in this statement is true and correct. (A business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the registrant, who declares as true, information which information in this statement is true and correct. he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) (A registrant, who declares as true, information Signed MARTIN CARRERA AGUILAR. This state- which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of ment was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside a crime) Signed NOVA-STARGATE- -DE CONCounty on 01/30/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor- SUELO. This statement was filed with the County

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on 01/02/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000001. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2020 DSW20-2026 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS KNEUER ACCOUNTING, 45120 DESERT HILLS COURT, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BRYANNA LEAH KNEUER, 45120 DESERT HILLS COURT, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Additional business name: BRYANNA KNEUER ACCOUNTING. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not 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 BRYANNA LEAH KNEUER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 3, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201915732. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE)., December 18, 25, 2019 January 1, 8, 2020. January 29, February 5, 12, 19, 2020 DSW19-1340 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SANTE BOTANICA; FLOWER MARKET, 19024 RUPPERT STREET, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County; 14080 PALM DRIVE D412, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Full name of registrant: FORTE M&D, INC. 19024 RUPPERT STREET, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact 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) KELLI LYNN CLARK, SECRETARY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 02, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.

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R-201915697. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 11, 18, 25, 2019 January 1, 2020 January 29 February 5, 12, 19 2020 DSW19-1329 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS LOZOYA CUSTOM PAINTING, 87985 AVENIDA 52, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Riverside County; P.O. BOX 775, COACHELLA, CA 92236.

Full name of registrant: CARLOS ELIEL LOZOYAURIAS, 87985 AVENIDA 52, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. 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 CARLOS ELIEL LOZOYAURIAS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/06/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000182. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2020 DSW20-2025

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LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITIED LIABILITY COMPANY BY: LAB MANAGEMENT, LP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP BY: LAB MANAGEMENT LP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTERNSHIP ITS: MEMBER BY: LOGAN A. BOGGS, TRUSTEE OF THE LOGAN A. BOGGS 1998 PRIMARY TRUST FBO LOGAN A. BOGGS, JR. ITS: MANAGING PARTNER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on January 02/2020 File No. R-201601188. Publish January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2020. DSW20-2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PATRICK CAMPBELL PRODUCTIONS, 75308 KELSEY CIRCLE SOUTH, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: PATRICK EDWARD CAMPBELL, 75308 KELSEY CIRCLE SOUTH, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not begun to transact 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 PATRICK EDWARD CAMPBELL This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on JANUARY 8, 2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000367. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2020 DSW20-2013 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: EG VEIN AND VASCULAR SERVICES, 9573 EL MIRADOR BLVD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ERICA DENISE GARCIA, 9573 EL MIRADOR BLVD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not begun to transact 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 ERICA DENISE GARCIA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on JANUARY 9, 2020.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000407. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2020 DSW20-2011

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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’s 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 site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 76870. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not be immediately reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: 01/31/2020 La Costa Loans, Inc,. a California Corporation, as Trustee By: RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, Its Agent 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)270-2673 Trustee’s Sale Information: (916) 939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com NPP0367279 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 02/05/2020, 02/12/2020, 02/19/2020. DSW20-2038 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT. 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. Date of Sale: 02/25/2020 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At entrance to Riverside County Courthouse at 3255 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 NOTICE is hereby given that First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation, 1 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA in care of: 400 S. Rampart Blvd, #290 Las Vegas, NV 89145 – Phone: (702) 304-7509, duly appointed Trustee under Notice of Delinquent Assessment (“NDA”), and pursuant to Notice of Default and Election to Sell (“NOD”), will sell at public auction for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, (a cashier’s check payable to said Trustee drawn on a state or national bank, a state or federal credit union, or a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings bank as specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest now held under said NDA, to wit: Multiple Timeshare Estates as shown as Legal Description Variables on Schedule “1” (as described in the Declaration recorded on 08/31/2001 as Document No. 2001-422429 as amended) located at 71333-71777 Dinah Shore Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270 with APN shown herein. The Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address shown herein.

All recording references contained herein and on Schedule “1” attached hereto are in the County of Riverside, California. Said sale will be made, without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, as to title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said NDA, plus accrued interest thereon to the date of sale, estimated fees, charges, as shown in sum due on Schedule “1” together with estimated expenses of the Trustee in the amount of $600.00. The claimant, Mission Hills Vacation Ownership Association I, Inc., a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, under NDA delivered to Trustee 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. First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation. APN: See Schedule “1”, Batch ID: Foreclosure HOA 95427-RM264-HOA. SCHEDULE “1”: NOD Recording Date and Reference: 11/04/2019, 2019-0447498. Contract No., Legal Description Variables, Owner(s), APN, Lien Recording Date and Reference, Sum Due; 401316, UNIT: 3212, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-08-3212 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, MARGARET A AUSTIN and IRVING GRAHAM AUSTIN, 010-710-123-5, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374805, $4,478.93; 401855, UNIT: 3220, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-52-3220 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, DAVID ORDON and MARTINE ORDON, 010-712-866-9, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374806, $3,953.93; 403254, UNIT: 3522, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-47-3522 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, GARY T. BENTON, Trustee of the BENTON LIVING TRUST DATED NOVEMBER 14, 2001, 010-712-086-1, 10/30/2019, Inst: 2019-0440893, $4,478.93; 404123, UNIT: 3011, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-52-3011 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, ROBERT G. BAILEY and KATHERINE K. BAILEY, Trustees of the BAILEY LIVING TRUST DTD 1/15/93 and GREER KENNICOTT BAILEY, 010-715-153-7, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374812, $4,392.90; 404358, UNIT: 3011, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-24-3011 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, MARILYN T. MOYER, Trustee of the MARILYN T. MOYER REVOCABLE TRUST DATED MAY 22, 2015, 010-713-021-5, 10/24/2019, Inst: 20190428959, $4,478.93; 404527, UNIT: 3221, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-10-3221 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, DHARMESH PATEL and the unrecorded interest of the spouse of DHARMESH PATEL, 010-720-153-3, 09/23/2019, Inst: 20190374808, $2,720.24; 404575, UNIT: 3103, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-27-3103 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, STANLEY C. GORDON, 010-713-181-6, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374807, $4,478.93; 405258, UNIT: 3912, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-46-3912 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, JAMES B. BOND, Trustee of the JAMES B. BOND TRUST DATED DECEMBER 10, 1996, 010-721-037-5, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374813, $2,564.53; 405652, UNIT: 3913, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-36-3913 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, JOHN D. FERNANDEZ and NORMA A. FERNANDEZ, 010-721-049-6, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374815, $2,239.53; 409899, UNIT: 4403, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-51-4403 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, JACQUELYN V. LACERA, Trustee of the JACQUELYN V. LACERA 2016 REVOCABLE TRUST DATED JULY 14, 2016, 010-716-663-4, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374820, $3,853.93; 411939, UNIT: 3412, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-33-3412 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, RAMCHAND C. PATRIARCA aka RAMCHAND PATRIARCA and JENNIFER C. REGNER aka J. REGNER, 010-720-539-9, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374816, $2,239.53; 412069, UNIT: 4805, FREQUENCY: Odd, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: D-30-4805 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, RUTHE M. SPENCER, 010-723-059-1, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374814, $2,564.51; 412161, UNIT: 4806, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-31-4806 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, HOWARD J. PINCUS and MAUD L. PINCUS, Trustees of the HOWARD J. AND MAUD L. PINCUS TRUST DATED 11/17/1989, 010-718-316-7, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374804, $4,478.93; 412707, UNIT: 3614, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-33-3614 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, TERRY DURST and the unrecorded interest of the spouse of TERRY DURST, 010-721-365-1, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374803, $3,386.61; 414154, UNIT: 4014, FREQUENCY: Even, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: E-32-4014 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/104, MICHAEL LEON BRYSON and LAMONICA DENISE SMITH BRYSON, 010-723-362-4, 09/23/2019, Inst: 2019-0374810, $2,239.53; 415467, UNIT: 4305, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: SILVER, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-31-4305 F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, YANNI BUCKLEY and the unrecorded interest of the spouse of YANNI BUCKLEY, 010-717-076-7, 10/17/2019, Inst: 20190417839, $4,373.44. Publish February 5, 12, 19, 2020. DSW20-2037

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS SOCAL CANINE REPRODUCTION CLINIC, 3700 VAN BUREN BLVD, SUITE 107, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MANSAM LLC, 4518 VILLAS DRIVE, BONITA, CA 91902/CA. Business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. 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 MOHAMMAD SAMER ELHOMSY, MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/23/2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202001129. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LLOYD’S OF HOLLYWOOD, 68680 2/19, 2020 DSW20-2024 DINAH SHORE DRIVE APT 5C, CATHEDRAL CITY, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- LLOYD ALLAN CURRY, 68680 DINAH SHORE NESS AS: ANS AFFORDABLE HOMES, 74-260 DRIVE APT 5C, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

ASTER DR., PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant County. Full name of registrant: ADRIAN CLICERIO has not begun to transact under the fictitious busiLOPEZ ROJO, 74-260 ASTER DR., PALM DESERT, ness name(s) listed above. I declare that all the CA 92260; ADRIAN CLICERIO LOPEZ II, 74-260 information in this statement is true and correct. (A ASTER DR., PALM DESERT, CA 92260; NATHAN- registrant, who declares as true, information which -LOPEZ, 74-260 ASTER DR., PALM DESERT, CA he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) 92260; SERENA- -LOPEZ, 74-260 ASTER DR., Signed LLOYD ALLAN CURRY This statement was PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Business is conducted filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on by: CO-PARTNERS. Registrant has not begun to JANUARY 8, 2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County transact under the fictitious business name(s) listed Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202000296. NOTICE — above. I declare that all the information in this state- THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT ment is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS as true, information which he or she knows to be FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. false, is guilty of a crime) Signed ADRIAN CLICERIO A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT LOPEZ ROJO This statement was filed with the MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING County Clerk of Riverside County on JANUARY OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO17, 2020. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS Recorder File No. R-202000895. NOTICE — THIS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2020 DSW20-2010 MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS TRUST Loan No.: 2017-0002/1ST TD RESS Order BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS No.: 76870 A.P. NUMBER 661-490-24-8;25-26OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR 0;27 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2017, UNLESS YOU BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 2020 DSW20-2019 IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, NESS AS: MARTINEZ AND SONS LANDSCAPING, that on 02/27/2020, at 09:00AM of said day, At the 68660 PANORAMA RD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA front entrance of the former Corona Police Depart92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ment at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882, FRANCISCO MARTINEZ MARTINEZ, 68660 La Costa Loans, Inc., a California corporation, as PANORAMA RD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust has not begun to transact under the fictitious busi- executed by ALDERWOOD HOMES, LLC, A CALIness name(s) listed above. I declare that all the FORNIA CORPORATION recorded on 01/31/2017, information in this statement is true and correct. in Book N/A of Official Records of RIVERSIDE (A registrant, who declares as true, information County, at page N/A, Recorder’s Instrument No. which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a 2017-0041020, by reason of a breach or default in crime) Signed FRANCISCO MARTINEZ MARTINEZ. payment or performance of the obligations secured This statement was filed with the County Clerk of thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of Riverside County on JANUARY 9, 2020. Peter which was recorded 9/4/2019 as Recorder’s InstruAldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. ment No. 2019-0344201, in Book n/a, at page n/a, R-202000435. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS BIDDER FOR CASH, lawful money of the United FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE States, evidenced by a Cashier’s Check drawn on OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS a state or national bank, or the equivalent thereof BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED drawn on any other financial institution specified BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- in section 5102 of the California Financial Code, MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN authorized to do business in the State of California, THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER and interest held by it as Trustee, in that real propUNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW erty situated in said County and State, described (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND as follows: Lots 24, 25, 26 & 27, Tract 31235, per PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish January 15, 22, Book 389, pages 50 through 52, of Maps The street 29, February 5, 2020 DSW20-2016 address or other common designation of the real property hereinabove described is purported to be: STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF SAID LAND HAS NO KNOWN STREET ADDRESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following ficti- OR OTHER COMMON DESIGNATION. Direction tious business name(s) JACKSON MOBILE HOME may be obtained by written request submitted to COMMUNITY, 225 S. ELK STREET, HEMET, CA the undersigned within 10 days from the date of 92543, RIVERSIDE COUNTY. Riverside County has initial publication of Notice.. The undersigned disbeen abandoned by the following person(s): BKKS claims all liability for any incorrectness in said street HOLDINGS, LLC 225 S. ELK STREET, HEMET, CA address or other common designation. Said sale 92543/CA. This business is conducted by: LIM- will be made without warranty, express or implied ITED LIABILITY COMPANY The fictitious business regarding title, possession, or other encumbrances, name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside to satisfy the unpaid obligations secured by said County on: 1/28/16 I declare that all the information Deed of Trust, with interest and other sums as in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant provided therein; plus advances, if any, thereunder who declares as true, information which he or and interest thereon; and plus fees, charges, and she knows to be false is guilty of a crime. Signed: expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created LOGAN A. BOGGS, BKKS HOLDINGS, LLC, A by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of said CALIFORNIA LIMITIED LIABILITY COMPANY BY: obligations at the time of initial publication of this LAB MANAGEMENT, LP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED Notice is $1,006,124.09. In the event that the deed PARTNERSHIP BY: LAB MANAGEMENT, LP, A of trust described in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTERNSHIP ITS: MEM- secured by real property containing from one to four BER BY: LOGAN A. BOGGS, TRUSTEE OF THE single-family residences, the following notices are LOGAN A. BOGGS 1998 PRIMARY TRUST FBO provided pursuant to the provisions of Civil Code LOGAN A. BOGGS, JR. ITS: MANAGING PARTNER section 2924f: NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: This statement was filed with the County Clerk of If you are considering bidding on this property lien, Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor- you should understand that there are risks involved County Clerk-Recorder on January 02/2020 File in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on No. R-201601189. Publish January 15, 22, 29, a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest February 5, 2020. DSW20-2014 bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle to free and clear ownership of the property. You STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF you also be aware that the lien being auctioned FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following ficti- should off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder tious business name(s) PUBELO SERENO MOBILE at the auction, you are or may be responsible for HOME COMMUNITY, 25521 LINCOLN AVENUE, paying off all liens to the lien being auctioned HEMET, CA 92544, RIVERSIDE COUNTY. River- off, before you cansenior receive clear title to the property. side County has been abandoned by the following You are encouraged to investigate the existence, person(s): BKKS HOLDINGS, LLC 225 S. ELK priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist STREET, HEMET, CA 92543/CA. This business is on this property by contacting the county recorder’s conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY The office or a title insurance company, either of which fictitious business name(s) referred to above was may charge you a fee for this information.

If you filed in Riverside County on: 1/28/16 I declare that consult either of these resources, you should be all the information in this statement is true and cor- aware that the same lender may hold more than one rect. (A registrant who declares as true, information mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime. TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on T.S. No. 085516-CA APN: 638-203-059-2 NOSigned: LOGAN A. BOGGS, BKKS HOLDINGS, this notice of sale may be postponed one or more TICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT

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UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/26/2006.

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 3/3/2020 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/3/2006, as Instrument No. 20060811510, in Book , Page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: STEFAN STAVISKI AND MARGARET STAVISKI, 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: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 9875 LA PALOMA LANE 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 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: $307,225.46 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 085516CA. 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 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Publish 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2020 DSW20-2023 T.S. No. 080144-CA APN: 692-150-043-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/30/2005.

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 2/18/2020 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 9/13/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0755375, , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: MARCELLINE M MARIN, A MARRIED WOMAN; AS HER SOLE AND SEPERATE PROPERTY 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: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 41 -339 MONTCALM COURT AKA 41339 MONTCALM COURT INDIO, CA 92203 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: $446,542.23 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

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no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 080144CA. 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 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Publish 1/29/2020, 2/5/2020, 2/12/2020 DSW20-2022 T.S. No. 085514-CA APN: 674-122-008-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/10/2016.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 3/3/2020 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/17/2016, as Instrument No. 2016-0513997, in Book , Page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: RICHARD P. HAFFEY, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD P. HAFFEY REVOCABLE TRUST DATED MAY 13, 2015 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: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 70800 IRONWOOD DRIVE RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 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: $87,242.12 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 085514CA. 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 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117. Publish 1/29/2020, 2/5/2020, 2/12/2020 DSW20-2021

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YouTube bans misleading election videos

By Desert Star Staff YouTube has banned “manipulated or doctored� videos relating to the US election, as well as deepfakes and “birther�type conspiracy theories which question candidates’ eligibility for office, with the primaries already under way.

Google’s video-sharing platform has stepped up to protect the damsel in distress that is the American electoral process, announcing a blanket ban on deepfakes and “content that advances false claims related to the technical eligibility requirements� of candidates on Monday.

Technically-manipulated or doctored content designed to mislead users about elections is also banned under the new policy, which arrives too late to impact most voters in Iowa as they head to the first caucus of election season.

YouTube also warned that channels that “attempt to impersonate� another individual or channel,

“misrepresent their country of origin,� or hide links to government actors would be removed, as would those attempting to artificially inflate their views, likes, or comment counts. Accusations of “coordinated inauthentic behavior� have been used

by Facebook and Twitter to deplatform politicallyinconvenient accounts in the past. A “borderline� content policy that calls for suppressing videos from channels that don’t actually break the platform’s rules has also led to a drop in traffic for many content-creators who fail to toe the centrist line.

The rules update came with a disclaimer that would no doubt amuse many of the channels that have been removed from YouTube in recent months without warning or explanation; it reads: “As always, we enforce our policies consistently, without regard to a video’s political viewpoint.�

Somehow, “claims that

a candidate is not eligible to hold office based on false information about citizenship status requirements to hold office in that country� in YouTube’s blog post became “birtherism� in reporting on the policy by the Daily Beast. The wording was subsequently picked up by other outlets

eager to mock YouTube for being stuck in 2012.

US President Donald Trump, once the most prominent proponent of the ‘birther’ theory, backed off it two months before the 2016 election, admitting Obama had been born in the US and pointing to

rival Hillary Clinton as the original source of the rumor.

It has only rarely cropped up since, notably in the rhetoric of former Maricopa County sheriff Joe “show me your papers� Arpaio.

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“Ballroom”

Teri Ralston, Melodie Wolford. Photo by Jim Cox. a new beginning to Bea’s life that will test her as a respectful Directors has won the day. widow who now has to carry The birth and chronology on with her life. A life filled with of “BALLROOM” is as follows: many surprises that lie ahead.

Born in 1975, it became an The opening bittersweet Emmy-winning feature film number “Who Gave You made for TV as a musical Permission?” brings lumps starring Maureen Stapleton and misty eyes to many in and Charles Durning. In the the audience. Its ambivalent late 1970s, the show was lyrics sets a haunting tone, not refashioned into a musical only to the song sensitively play which had a short-lived performed by Ms. Wolford, run on Broadway and was it’s also a definite “grabber filed away wherever failed number” that should bring Broadway shows go to die. every Ladies Club member In 2019, however, artistic in the Valley clamoring director Celona became for tickets to see it. interested in reviving the Bea’s support group to project as an updated musical ease her passage as a new that would make an excellent widow (actually, Morrie has choice for his CVRep theatre been gone for over a year) to kick off the 2020 decade. consists of her older, overly “BALLROOM,” like the Phoenix protective, tradition-bound rising from the ashes, became sister Helen, played to the hilt a viable project again.

by Marcia Rodd. Almost every The production features family has a relative whose the music of Billy Goldenberg, advice is at odds with the with a libretto by Jerome Kass, feelings of the aggrieved. After and the lyrics by multiple Oscar, all, they think they’re only trying Emmy, and Grammy awardto help the survivor. Helen’s winning songwriters Alan and understanding husband Jack Marilyn Bergman, under the is cleverly and understatedly direction of Ron Celona. played by Bill Lewis.

The production boasts a Bea’s daughter Diane talented cast of twenty-four (nicely played by Aviva professional performers ranging Pressman), and Bea’s son in age from 50 to 70, making David, performed by Sean this entertaining and relevant Timothy Brown, are puzzled at musical a natural fit that should Bea’s interest in her newfound appeal to Valley audiences of group of ladies who gather a certain age – that includes at the local Bronx dance both men and women. ballroom; eager to dance, The story centers around gossip, and get out of the Bea Asher (a wonderfully loneliness of their homes every sensitive and nuanced week. They thought their mom performance by Melodie wasn’t interested in ballroom Wolford), who is recently dancing anymore. Ah, adult widowed. Her Morrie (never children… who only see seen) was her Prince Charming, their parents as “parents.” who did everything for her in What they didn’t see his loving and adoring husband coming, however, was Alfred way. But now, Bea must learn Rossi, a mild-mannered, shy, to do everything for herself. It’s caring, mailman tenderly played

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Teri Ralston, Mary Ewing, Leslie Tinnaro, Juliet Lapointe, Melodie Wolford, Joe Mitchell. Photo by Jim Cox and sung by Bill Nolte. It’s easy to see why Bea has a renewed interest in ballroom dancing. As a couple, Ms. Wolford and Mr. Nolte have nice on-stage chemistry that slowly draws them together, becoming a couple.

Solid supporting performances come from an energetic Angie, Bea’s hairdresser, that is winningly played by Teri Ralston, who first urges Bea to come to the Stardust Ballroom; Pauline, the current reigning Queen of the Stardust Ballroom, is nicely performed by Leslie Tinnaro, who sings and gets to name her choice for next year’s reigning Queen. Her ballroom co-host Artie at the microphone is sung and performed by Randy Brenner.

Angie’s friends and now Bea’s friends include Mary Ewing as Emily; Juliet Lapointe as Martha and Corinne Levy as Shirley. The ballroom performers and dancers feature Douglas Graham as “rubber legs Harry the Noodle”; Nathan Holland as Johnny Lightfeet; Lovely Alessandra Di Pietro as Sandy and handsome Robin Somes as Charley (a looka-like Yul Brenner) who trip the light fantastic as a dance couple who possess exquisite and athletic dancing moves.

Jitterbug dances, sambas, tango dances. Rumbas and waltzes along with solid dance moves from Anthony Marciona as Petey, and Glenn Rosenblum as Moe, (sporting a Moe Shemp haircut of three stooges fame); from Terry “T-Mac” McLemore; and Lois Bondurich; Olga Morales; Lindsay Ouellette; Wayne Hundley, and Joe Mitchell as Joe the Bartender. It appears that every bar, tavern, and

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gin-joint in the world has a Joe the bartender with broad shoulders to lean on and/or a sympathetic ear for listening to the lonely. Frank Sinatra made millions by singing about those after-hours conversations.

In the technical credits department led by director Celona, two-time Emmywinning resident design wizard Jimmy Cuomo delivers a breath-taking ballroom set that sports a seven-piece, live on stage orchestra, under the musical direction of Scott Storr. Designer Cuomo’s New York street backdrop, a small boutique shop, and an interior living room area easily rivals any New York show you can see, but with Celona’s productions, you won’t have to leave the Coachella Valley to enjoy fabulous shows.

Orchestrations for “BALLROOM” are provided

by Richard Bronskill. The Eleven O’clock spot belongs to a clever, terrific musical

number called “Fifty Percent” and the closing number “This Is More Than A Ballroom/I Wish You A Waltz,” both of which are sung by Ms. Wolford and both are winners.

Lighting Designer Moira Wilkie Whitaker provides just the right amount of light to see and appreciate the colorful costumes designed by Frank Cazares (although I’m not too sure about that kaleidoscopiclike cowboy jacket worn briefly

by Mr. Brown). However, the sharp choreography by Jose De La Cuestra neatly fills the stage with flowing movement and graceful dance moves.

“BALLROOM” is an impressive and delightful production that will have its audiences smiling as they leave the theatre. The musical performs at CVRep, Cathedral City, through February 16, 2020. For reservations and ticket information, call the box office at 760-296-2966.

Bill Nolte, Melodie Wolford. Photo by Jim Cox

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