Desert Star Weekly March 14, 2018

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Venus Williams prevails over her younger sister Serena this may be the last time the rivaling siblings meet on the pro-tennis circuit.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The BNP Paribas Tennis Championships bring in the top names in Tennis. One of the top names, Rafael Nadal, had to cancel because of an injury. Fans were so sad to hear that as everyone was looking for another fight among the top seeds for the trophy.

The big draw for women is that Serena and Venus Williams are

back in the tournament. Both are hoping to win, but that doesn’t seem likely as they are playing against each other this week so one will have to lose.

I was fortunate enough to see them both play and win on Saturday. The first players of the day were in the men’s round. It was a match against two good players as the volleys were

long and the game lasted two hours. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Dominic Theim played very well, but Dominic Theim won. You will see Tsitsipas again in the future with a good game. Then it was the women’s turn in Stadium One. Venus Williams was the first sister to play. She played against Sorana Cirstea who showed she had some good

stuff to beat Venus, but it wasn’t in the cards. Venus came on strong and let people know Venus still has what it takes to win. Being one of the older women on tour doesn’t mean she can’t play up to her former standards of excellence.

Serena came next, and she played against another up and coming star, Kiki Bertens.

Serena again showed her dominance of the sport. There were a few tense moments when Bertens showed great skill. Serena proved she can still be number one on the list of top seeds. She wore a black outfit which was becoming. It was a chilly day to start with rain sprinkles threatening to Continues on Page 11

Powerful Dark Tragicomedy Now On CV Rep Stage

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre (CV REP) of Rancho Mirage, CA, goes where few Regional theatres have dared to go over the years; producing one of America’s renowned playwright Edward Albee’s most controversial plays: “The Goat, or Who is Sylvia?”.

Edward Albee, is arguably, one of the five most influential American playwrights of the 20th century. The other four being Eugene O’Neill, Arthur Miller, August Wilson,

and Tennessee Williams.

His canon runs the gamut from one acts to three acts, with the 1962 iconic “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” as the jewel in his crown.

Albee, a three-time Pulitzer Prize-winner, debuted his highly controversial play “The Goat, Or Who is Sylvia?” on Broadway in 2002. It went on to garner a Tony Award for Best Play, A Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play, and was a finalist for the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Seventy years ago America lost its innocence. WW II ended. Societal norms were

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Sharon Sharth, Ian M. White, and Sean Smith. Photo by Greg Brunton.

Caroline Kennedy at the Desert Town Hall 2018

Caroline Kennedy. Photo by Pat Krause.

Jahjaira Telles, Poetry contest winner. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Desert Town Hall presented by The H. N. , and Frances C. Berger Foundation presented its Speakers Series with Caroline Kennedy, Daughter of President John F. Kennedy. The Desert Townhall always includes a session with teenaged students from all the area high schools. Usually, about 150 teens are given the opportunity to hear the speaker and ask questions.

Kids are very into politics

and ask some fascinating and informed questions.

She did tell the kids that she would only answer specific questions about her life and job as an ambassador to Japan. She didn’t want gun control questions.

She spoke candidly after each question stating they were excellent questions. She smiled a lot at the children.

One of the young boys was so shy asking his matter that she told him he was doing fine and

continuing. Caroline Kennedy had requested poems by the teens, and he had written one he wanted to read to her.

His poetry was moving and brought a standing ovation from everyone in the room.

Probably the highlight of the event. About a dozen young teens got to ask a question before time ran out.

Before the Q&A with Caroline Kennedy, the winner of the poetry contest was announced. The judge

was a renown poetess, Jill Alexander Essbaum, who spoke to the children about poetry and what it means in their education. There is usually a speaker before the main Townhall speaker arrives. These speakers are essential as they provide more educational topics for the teens.

The winner of the Poetry Contest was JahJaira Telles who arrived with her mother, Araceli Ciriaco. Telles was

interviewed on KMIR news and showed her intelligence at such a young age. The event lasts for about an hour.

The teens are then offered a buffet dinner. These teens are called Youth Ambassadors.

One Youth Ambassador, Justin Wickstrand, had the honor of introducing Caroline Kennedy to the stage and you could see how excited he was. These speakers offer life-changing ideas for today’s youth.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 14th Annual Desert Smash, A Charity Celebrity Tennis Event, was held on March 6th. The sold-out event returned to La Quinta Resort and Club. The players held fun tennis play at the La Quinta Resort Tennis Stadium that was filled with guests eager to see the players and Celebrities attending.

The host this year was the famous tennis player Serena Williams. Nearly 50 celebrities committed to attend to raise fund for Sophie’s Voice Foundation and The Yetunde Price Resource Center.

Serena Williams founded the Yetunde Price Center, YPRC, in honor of her deceased sister by assisting, educating and strengthening those people and families that have been victims or affected

by Violence and Trauma. They provide safe healing Centers.

Sophie’s Choice was founded by actors Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker whose daughter was diagnosed with Spina Bifida at birth.

The charity helps families and victims of the disease and supports Global Health and Wellness by preventing this disease by focusing on

the supplement, Folic Acid, during pregnancy. They are working worldwide by bringing supplies and medical care to developing countries.

A child with Spina Bifida requires 24 hours day care.

Celebrities posed on the Red Carpet and did interviews for local channels and the sponsor, The Tennis Channel. Desert Smash has signed a multi-year deal with The Tennis Channel to be the presenting sponsor.

The Tennis Channel posted the event live on TV with the interviews and the play on the court. Tennis play brought

on court auctions where bidders got to become a Chair Umpire, Play tennis with a celebrity or a Tennis Pro get a photo with the Pro and raised a lot of money. There were celebrity matches and protennis players matches that took up the afternoon of fun.

Nearly 50 Celebrities attended where many said they didn’t play tennis but wanted to support Serena and the Charities. TVs Dr. Phil McGraw, Olympians-Bart Conner and Nadia Comaneci, Actress Donna Mills, Singer Lance Bass, Actors Boris Kodjoe and Colton Haynes,

to name a few. The Tennis Players included the Bryan Brothers, Serena Williams, Lindsay Davenport, Jim Courier and many more. This event is getting more notice now because of its connection to The Tennis Channel.

There was a Desert Smash After Party in the LaQuinta Resort Fiesta Ballroom. The Entertainment was provided by D J Millie and presented by Beats by Dr. Dre, Hundred Handed, and world famous D J, Bob Sinclar, that had people dancing.

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Vika Azarenka, Serena Williams, Boris Kudjoe. Photo by Pat Krause

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Do Off-Site Owners Have Rights?

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL

Hi Kelly, I live parttime outside the USA. I asked my (selfmanaged) HOA to send all available notices and disclosures to my secondary address, which I designated as my e-mail. They claim that they will not accept an e-mail as secondary address and insist on a post office box or a physical location. I refused to give it to them since I have suffered identity theft in the past and also I travel, so e-mail seems to be best. Can an e-mail address serve as

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secondary address or must it owner to choose electronic be only snail mail? P.K., Hemet notices instead of postal.

Dear P.K.: Under Civil Code 4041, the association is required to ask you each year to designate to which address to which you wish communications to be sent.

Under Civil Code 4040(a) (2), you may designate an electronic mail address to the HOA as the legal address for notices. However, Civil 4041 does not specifically reference electronic addresses. When considering the option of owners under Civil 4040(a)(2) to choose e-mail, this looks like a conflict between the two statutes. I think the most reasonable way to harmonize these two different laws is to say that Civil 4041 was not intended to bar people from opting for electronic notices, so that the association (including yours) must respect the election of any

Using an electronic address saves the association money in postage and copy costs, as well as saves the management some labor in preparing mailings.

Associations should not only accept electronic addresses but should encourage them.

Why not use a method of communication which is cheaper, less work, and requested by the member?

I hope your HOA realizes they can save time and money here in cooperating with you.

Forward-thinking homeowner associations can also save by encouraging all their members to authorize e-mail.

Best, Kelly

By Desert Star Staff All that we must do to understand the term “Creative Disruption” is to read a few posts on Facebook, however in financial terms, “Creative Disruption” is a term used when new changes impact products and productivity. There are three major disruptions, which most demonstrate economic change around the world: technological, investments, and political disruptions.

Technological change is transforming the labor market.

Oxford University estimates that about 50% of all jobs are being affected by automation, which affects wage and job trends. Despite technological changes, actual productivity growth may have been inaccurately estimated, because a downward trend remains.

Technological disruption should increase productivity growth in both developed and emerging economies. It has been receding for some time now. Productivity growth will probably improve slowly, as pioneering companies put new technologies into broader use. However, it will negatively affect the Job market.

Disruption is also visible in investments. Financial products, like Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), might become obsolete. Indexing is used in sales of many equities, like ETFs and Mutual Funds. These investments mimic indexes like the S.&P.500. The investment change may be a result of how long the stocks comprising an index stay in that index.

Currently, stocks only have a 12-year lifespan in this index. In

the early 1960s, it was 60 years!

Rapid turnover in an index requires greater management expense and higher risks.

And most importantly, there is “Political Disruption.”

The de-globalization trend and the increasingly multipolar world order can change history.

Conflicts over the distribution of resources have often marred history. The change in the U.S. trade agreements will impact our economy tremendously, however, could sour relationships with allies. Countries, who have previously counted on American leadership are now forging ahead without it. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) has a new vision for global trade. A group of 11 nations, which include major U.S. allies like Japan, Canada, and Australia signed a broad trade deal recently, that challenges President Trump’s view of trade as a zero-sum game filled with winners and losers. Other members of TPP include Mexico, Vietnam, New Zealand, Chile, Malaysia, Peru, Singapore, and Brunei. TPP should not be viewed as a mere free-trade or economic agreement. This should be seen from a kind of a geopolitical point of view. The TPP accord has initially been conceived as a counterweight to China, whose vast economy was drawing other Asian countries in agreement with them, despite China’s state-driven model and steep trade barriers. Not only does the TPP pact lower trade barriers, but it could also draw Beijing to make changes to enjoy the same benefits. The new agreement, known as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement

Dear Mr. Richardson: I own a house in a planned development with various amenities. Our HOA fees are to maintain the

various recreational amenities.

The owners on the grant deed have access to all facilities. If I rent the house and live out of the area, I can’t let my tenants use them even though I’m paying my share of the cost to maintain it all. The use is nontransferable. Is this legal? Am I stuck? Is there any recourse?

B.M., Desert Hot Springs Dear B.M.: Common area use rights, including amenities and community facilities, normally go with the right to use the home. So, if one rents the home to someone else, the tenant also automatically receives the right to enjoy the common facilities, and the landlord, in giving up (through rental) the right to use the residence also transfers the right to the common facilities.

Under the 1995 appellate decision of Liebler v. Point Loma Tennis Club, nonresident owners can be

denied access to common area facilities. However, in your case, the HOA is doing the opposite - banning your tenants from common area.

This may violate your property rights as well as the CC&Rs. Perhaps the HOA, or better its attorney, should take a look at this. When your tenant rents your property, the tenant normally receives all the rights of that property, including the common area use rights.

Hoping this helps, Kelly Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Senior Partner of Richardson Ober PC, a California law firm known for community association expertise. Submit questions to Kelly@RichardsonOber. com. Past columns at www.HOAHomefront. com. All rights reserved®.

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“Creative Disruption” Will Change Our Financial World

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for Trans-Pacific Partnership drops tariffs drastically and establishes sweeping new trade rules in markets that represent about a seventh of the world’s economy. It opens more markets to free trade in agricultural products and digital services in the region.

The pact is also built around fostering trade in sophisticated manufactured goods and hightech products. China now produces many of those in abundance. China, who has discussed forming its regional trade pact has been more positive about the new deal since the United States pulled out. Once it goes into effect, the agreement is expected to generate an additional $147 billion in global income. Its backers say it also bolsters protections for intellectual property and includes language that could get members to improve labor conditions.

Japan, which has the largest economy among the trade partners and has played an active leading role in keeping the coalition of 11 countries together and is still holding out hope that the United States might return to the pact. It estimates that if five other nations join (Indonesia, South Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand), the annual increase to global income would total $449 billion by 2030, almost as much

as it would have been if the United States were included.

All countries will experience more robust economic growth through globalization.

Trump’s recent order to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum could affect some of our closest allies including Australia and Japan. The increased duties will also impact China, Germany, Brazil, South Korea and Turkey. Trump says the order would have leeway to add or take countries off the list as he sees fit. According to some analysts, the United States has gone from being a leader in a trade to be the # 1 antagonist and # 1 source of fear on business.

These fears could prompt countries to tie themselves more closely to China.

At a time that our entire world is in much turmoil, Th U.S. needs to show leadership in enhancing productivity and building alliances, here and abroad. Creative Disruption can be a positive or an adverse change.

Janice Gough is a Financial Advisor in Palm Springs. She can be reached at janice@GoughFinancialSvcs. com or call our office @ (760) 251-7724 or Cell: (650) 200-8291. We offer a Free consultation on your Financial Plan. Find us on our website at www.GoughFinancialSvcs.com

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Best for Preemies: A 100 Percent Human Milk Diet

By Desert Star Staff It is widely known that breast milk is best for babies.

However, many people are not aware that babies born prematurely need more calories and protein than breast milk alone can provide.

This is why for preemies weighing less than 3 pounds, 5 ounces (1,500 grams), the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends fortifying mother’s milk or pasteurized donor milk, using a product called human milk fortifier (HMF).

This product name can be a cause of confusion for many because it suggests the fortifier is made from human milk. Yet, this is not the case; nearly all commercial HMFs are made from cow milk.

“In the past, we’ve had to rely on bovine milk - cow milk - protein to help preemies grow, and that’s not natural,” said Amy Hair, MD, assistant professor of pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine,

neonatologist and director of the neonatal nutrition program at Texas Children’s Hospital.

While some cow milkbased nutrition may be OK for full-term infants, clinical studies show that the risk of several severe complications, particularly necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), increases with every 10 percent of cow milk in a premature infant’s diet, according to research published in “Breastfeeding Medicine.” NEC is one of the leading causes of death among preterm babies.

In fact, NEC affects 1 in 6 extremely premature infants who receive cow milk-based nutrition in their diet, according to research published in the “Journal of Pediatrics.”

That is why neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) across the country are instead turning to a fortifier from Prolacta Bioscience that is made with 100 percent human donor milk, instead of cow milk. Using a fortifier

in the NICU made from human milk is the only way to ensure that extremely premature infants receive an exclusive human milk diet.

“Provision of an exclusively human milk diet during the early postnatal period, a diet devoid of cow milk protein, is associated with lower risks

By Desert Star Staff Heart disease, cancer, diabetes and stroke are among the most common causes of illness, disability and death in the United

States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These chronic conditions and the factors that lead to them can be more common or severe in

diabetes than Caucasians, according to the CDC. Services like Chronic Care Management (CCM) can help people living with chronic conditions coordinate care services and lead to better outcomes and higher satisfaction.

If you are a Medicare beneficiary with two or more chronic conditions, ask your doctor about CCM and see if you’re eligible for connected care, including services such as: • At least 20 minutes a month of CCM services.

• Personalized assistance from a dedicated health care minorities, including Hispanics. professional who will work with you to create a care plan.

For example, 4 out of • Coordination of care 10 Hispanics die due to between your pharmacy, heart disease or cancer, specialists, testing centers, and they are 50 percent more likely to die due to hospitals and more.

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— U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ new lawsuit against California’s so-called sanctuary state laws is drawing withering criticism from lawmakers and groups that support immigrant rights.

Sessions argues California is violating the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution, which says federal laws take precedence. But State Attorney General Xavier Becerra said the Constitution requires the state to follow the law, not to enforce federal immigration policy.

“We’re prepared to deal with this,” Becerra said.

“We’ve had to deal with the Trump administration’s attack on our state for trying to engage in public safety and not have our resources commandeered by the federal government to coerce us to do their bidding on immigration enforcement and deportation.”

The lawsuit challenges several state laws. One forbids local cops from alerting immigration agents when detainees are about to be released, unless they have been convicted of a crime on a list of about 400 felonies.

Another makes it a crime for business owners to help ICE agents find undocumented

workers. And a third law creates a program to inspect federal detention centers, which have been plagued by claims of neglect and abuse.

Jessica Bansal, litigation director with the National Day Laborer Organizing Network, said local law enforcement should not be in the business of tracking down people suspected of being undocumented.

“You know, when people see the police as immigration, people don’t call the police when they’re crime victims, they don’t call the police when they are witnesses. And that is not helpful for anyone,”

Photo courtesy of Getty Images of death, NEC, NEC requiring surgery and sepsis in extremely preterm infants,” said Steven A. Abrams, MD, director of the Dell Pediatric Research Institute and chair of pediatrics at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.

An exclusive human milk diet gives preemies the

best chance to grow strong and healthy. Parents should be encouraged to talk with their baby’s care team about fortification and the benefits of a 100 percent human milkbased fortifier. Learn more at prolacta.com. Family Features

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• Phone checkins between visits to keep you on track.

• Emergency access to a health care professional 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• Expert assistance with setting and meeting your health goals.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Health Resources and Service Administration introduced the “Connected Care” campaign to help raise awareness about the benefits of CCM. The campaign has free resources, including an animated video in English and Spanish that can help you learn more.

Talk to your doctor to see if CCM is available to you and visit Medicare.gov to learn more about the benefits of the program. Family Features

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Bansal said. “It also harms California because these folks that ICE and Jeff Sessions are targeting to have them deported, it tears apart our families and our state.”

Bansal said President Donald Trump’s crackdowns

are terrorizing law-abiding communities, often sweeping up people whose only crime is working without proper papers. She said the policy leaves families devastated and contributes to labor shortages.

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6 tips for winning scholarships

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ollege is a significant investment and millions of families each year face the question of how to pay for it. One way students can position themselves for success is by seeking out various forms of financial assistance.

Earning scholarships can be one way to offset the financial burden, but winning a scholarship can sometimes be as competitive as gaining admission to the college of your choice. While most scholarships don’t entirely cover college tuition, they can be useful tools to help cover educational expenses such as room and board, tuition and books.

Some scholarships can be earned by meeting or exceeding certain standards, such as academic performance, while other scholarships are based on financial need or personal interests of the applicant. There’s also a wealth of opportunities that support students in specific areas, whether it be from companies, professional organizations or foundations. For example, the America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders program offers industry-specific scholarships each year for those looking to study agriculture-related fields.

While your academic performance, character and extracurricular resume all play a part, knowing where to look for scholarships can make all the difference when it comes time to pay for your education. These tips can help you identify and apply for scholarships that match your interests and credentials.

Complete the FAFSA

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may be required to apply for a number of

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scholarships, particularly scholarships offered by most colleges and universities based on need. It is also required for other forms of financial aid, such as subsidized or unsubsidized loans. While you can begin filling out the FAFSA on Oct. 1 of the year prior to needing aid, many needbased scholarships give priority to students who complete the FAFSA by their state’s application deadline. It is important to note that some colleges and universities have earlier deadlines.

Talk to Your Counselor Colleges or universities and scholarship providers often supply information about their award offerings and applications to high school counselors. Many institutions also offer specific awards by major for both new and returning students that can be applied for through the school’s financial aid office. These resources, as well as newsletters and bulletin boards outside of these offices, can help you identify scholarships for which you may be eligible to apply.

Apply for Scholarships in Your Field of Interest Many job sectors have scholarship opportunities available through related clubs, organizations, small businesses and other benefactors. For example, the America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund in conjunction with the FFA, provides $1,500 scholarships to students endorsed by local farmers for continuing their education at two- or four-year universities and trade schools in agriculture-related fields of study. This

Don’t Overlook Smaller Award Amounts When it comes to paying for your education, every scholarship you receive – even those that come with smaller, one-time award amounts – can help defray the costs beyond tuition for books, supplies and living expenses. Many times, scholarships with smaller award amounts have fewer additional requirements that must be satisfied outside of materials traditionally required for submission such as transcripts, letters of reference and an application.

Look for Essay Applications

Students are often more likely to forgo applying to scholarships that require essays, videos or additional assets that promote their accomplishments outside of submitting an application and a copy of their transcripts. This typically leads to a smaller candidate pool. Due to the added requirements, these scholarships can oftentimes come with larger monetary values, as well.

Use a Scholarship Search Engine

While a simple search for “college scholarships” on any search engine is likely to elicit plenty of options, there are sites available that are dedicated to helping students identify college scholarship opportunities. While paid options exist, there are also several free sites, such as Scholarships.com, Fastweb and Scholarship America, that can provide local, regional and national options based on the information you provide. Other, more industry-specific websites, such as FFA.org, can provide scholarship opportunities that pertain to a certain field of interest.

INCREASING YOUR SCHOLARSHIP ODDS

hile there is no way to guarantee a scholarship to help offset the costs of higher education, there are things you can do to increase your odds of getting noticed by admissions departments and those who award scholarships. Before sending in your application, consider these tips:

Get Involved Students who are involved in extracurricular activities, such as volunteer causes, sports, clubs or student government, often give themselves a leg up on the competition when achievements in the classroom are similar. Getting involved outside of the traditional school day is also a way to network, which can be helpful when it comes time to ask for letters of recommendation.

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year, the program will award more than $500,000 in scholarships to students in fields such as mathematics, computer science, business, communications, engineering, farming, agronomy, education and more. Students can learn more about the program by visiting GrowAgLeaders.com.

Apply Early

A good rule of thumb is to not wait until the due date to submit your application and other materials as issues out of your control can arise, such as a website malfunction or a not-yet-submitted recommendation letter. In fact, some scholarships close once they receive a certain amount of applicants, and those reviewing applications can put a premium on those received earlier.

Look Professional

Ensure your online presence matches the persona your application depicts. As more college admissions departments, employers and scholarship committees are researching candidates online prior to awarding admission, interviews or scholarship money, be sure to

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clear your social media accounts of any inappropriate or unprofessional material, look yourself up on search engines to be aware of any information available about you and use a simple email address that includes your name in some fashion.

Proofread Read back through your scholarship application as well as your essay a few times once you’re finished to ensure everything looks and sounds as you intended. Pay particularly close attention to spelling and grammar, and if time permits, ask someone you trust – such as a parent, teacher or counselor – to double-check your work prior to submitting your application.

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Are Common Myths Holding You Back from Buying a Home?

By Desert Star Staff Aspirations of home ownership is strong for America’s families, yet findings from the fifth annual America at Home survey from NeighborWorks America indicate several perceived barriers to homeownership among the majority of consumers.

Findings from the survey, which consisted of 1,000 U.S. adults and 500 millennials include many misconceptions about what it takes to buy a home: • The average millennial mistakenly thinks the minimum required down payment is 21.6 percent.

• Approximately 73 percent of all consumers and 62 percent of millennials said they were not aware of or are unsure about down payment assistance programs in their communities

for middle-income homebuyers.

• Seventy percent of adults feel they don’t have enough money saved for a down payment.

Experts believe that confusion about down payment requirements and lack of awareness about assistance programs are holding back many people from pursuing homeownership. “Before deciding if owning a home is right for you, take time to understand your down payment options, and separate myths from facts,” says Freddie Mac Vice President, Danny Gardner.

For example, the average down payment among first-time homebuyers in 2016 was just 6 percent and, for repeat buyers, just 14 percent. What’s more, mortgage options, such as Freddie Mac’s Home Possible Mortgages, make it possible for qualified borrowers to put

down as little as 3 percent.

If your down payment is less than 20 percent with a conventional loan, you’ll have to pay private mortgage insurance, an added insurance policy that protects the lender if you are unable to pay your mortgage. However, mortgage rates -- despite their rise in recent years -- remain at

historic lows, providing you with a significant advantage.

There are also millions of dollars available for down payment assistance. A great place to start is right where you live. Many state, county, and city governments provide financial assistance for people in their communities who are well qualified and

ready for homeownership.

To help demystify down payments and the homebuying process, free tools and resources are available at myhome.freddiemac.com.

Don’t let misconceptions hold you back from pursuing homeownership. Check out the facts to learn how much home you can afford. StatePoint

By Desert Star Staff What’s more important: diet or exercise? Anyone who’s tried to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle has likely asked this question.

Sixty-eight percent of people want to lose 10 pounds or more, according to a recent Harris Poll on behalf of Nutrisystem. March is National Nutrition Month, and a good time to get started on your goals. So, should you focus on diet, exercise or both?

When it comes to weight loss, the split should be roughly 80 percent focus on what you eat and 20 percent on exercise.

The logic is simple, say experts.

“It’s all about calories in and calories out. If you’re eating less and exercising, you’re going to burn more calories,” says Courtney McCormick, corporate dietitian at Nutrisystem.

“However, exercise often makes us hungrier, which is why many people who only change their exercise habits don’t see the scale move.”

To achieve a healthier lifestyle and shed weight, consider these quick tips that combine both diet and exercise.

• Eat more often: A 2015 study from the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that on average, people who ate six times or more daily consumed fewer calories, had a lower body mass index, and ate more nutrient-rich foods than those who didn’t eat at least six times a day. Eating smaller meals every three hours keeps you feeling full, controls blood sugar and helps boost metabolism.

• Watch portions: American portions have become too big; and those used to dining out may consider restaurant portions to be correct, when

they’re often four times as large as what’s recommended.

Learning portion control is key to losing weight. When eating out, ask for a to-go box and save half for later. You can also turn to plans, like Nutrisystem, which deliver portion-controlled meals to your home.

• Veg out: Vegetables are low in calories, high in filling fiber and loaded with nutrients.

For breakfast, add spinach to an omelet; at lunch, pile your sandwich high with fixings like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers, or use lettuce as a wrap instead of bread. During snack time, munch on carrots dipped in hummus or blend kale into a fruit smoothie.

• Drink more water: A study found that when people drank six cups (48 ounces) of cold water, they increased their resting calorie burn by up to 50 calories each day. Another study found that dieters who drank two eight-ounce glasses of water before meals lost 36 percent more weight over three months than those who didn’t sip before sitting down to eat.

So, fill up that water bottle!

• Get moving: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend 150 minutes of aerobic activity weekly, but research suggests that it doesn’t matter if you exercise for two-and-a-half hours straight or break it up into 10-minute chunks. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise per day then build up to 60 minutes when you’re ready.

More diet and exercise tips can be found at leaf. nutrisystem.com.

Remember the key to meeting your weight loss and health goals is to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Focus on eating better and moving more and you’ll be on the right track. StatePoint

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March Field Air Museum Centennial Air Show

By Desert Star Staff RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The March Field Air & Space Expo at March Air Reserve Base (ARB) has been announced for the weekend of April 7-8, 2018. The year’s show is significant as it marks the 100th anniversary of historic March Field, and is anticipated to draw record crowds. Guests who have previously attended air shows at March ARB know that parking and traffic will be severely congested at the base itself. March Field Air Museum is proud to announce it will, once again, help alleviate the congestion by offering a convenient alternative: for a single per-vehicle entry fee, the Museum will provide guests an opportunity to view the aerial demonstrations and fly-bys in a less-congested location with efficient on-site parking.

Located adjacent to the west side of the runway at March ARB without direct base access, the Museum offers an excellent and alternative view of the aerial demonstrations from its location just outside and immediately adjacent to the Base. With customized, live narration of the aerial demonstrations provided both days, more than 80 aircraft on static display, plus extensive indoor exhibits, the Museum offers a great opportunity to see the air show from a great vantage point in a unique environment.

The Museum will have food trucks and other vendors on hand to offer food and beverages for purchase.

Guests may also bring their own previously prepared food and drink. A beer and wine garden will offer adult beverages on-site (outside alcohol is strictly prohibited).

For just $30 per automobile (oversize vehicle rates higher), parking and entry to the Museum will be provided.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and shade to watch the show.

Of special interest this year is an all-new Museum exhibit titled “March of Flight: A Century of Service” which showcases 100 years of growth, changing facilities, personnel and missions at March Field through photographs and artifacts.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about March Field’s pioneering role in helping to shape today’s Air Force.

Guests are also encouraged to see the Museum’s latest acquisition, a full-size replica of the “Wright 1903 Flyer” which launched the modern era of powered flight.

Parking of vehicles at the Museum will begin both days at 8 a.m. The Air Show itself is scheduled to kick off at 11 a.m., and end at 4 p.m. The Museum’s website provides additional details regarding the Museum’s special hours on April 7-8, allowable/prohibited www.desertstarweekly.com

items, parking/entry fees for oversize vehicles, and more: www.MarchField.org/calendar.

To learn more about the March Field Air & Space Expo at March Air Reserve Base, visit www.MarchAirShow.com.

“The March Air & Space Expo offers Inland Empire residents a not-to-be-missed opportunity to see the U.S. Air Force and military aircraft in action, past and present,” said March Field Air Museum Executive Director Paul Hammond. “March Field— today’s March Air Reserve Base—is the West Coast’s oldest continuously operated military airfield, and a birthplace of the modern Air Force that our nation relies upon today.

We’re proud to commemorate March Field’s 100th anniversary with special exhibits and programs all year long, and look forward to welcoming area residents and visitors to the March Field Air Museum.”

March Field Air Museum is a top-rated TripAdvisor attraction located alongside Interstate Highway 215 at Van Buren Boulevard, just south of downtown Riverside and immediately adjacent to March Air Reserve Base. Open

year-round Tuesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Museum offers self-guided and guided tours, special aircraft viewing opportunities, educational programming, and special events throughout the year. For more information about the Museum, please call 951-902-5949 or visit www.MarchField.org.

About March Field’s Centennial March Field (today’s March Air Reserve Base, located immediately adjacent to the museum) is the West Coast’s oldest continuously operating military airfield.

Established in 1918 as the U.S. was embroiled in World War I, it began life as part of the U.S. Army Signal Corps.

Following several sleepy years in the 1920s, March Field was expanded in the 1930s as the world again prepared for war. As March Field passed the quartercentury mark, it was busily training U.S. Army Air Forces personnel for deployment to all Combat Theaters during WWII. Following the war—as the Cold War began—and then continuing for nearly

50 years, March Air Force Base became the U.S. Air Force Strategic Air Command 15th Air Force headquarters and home to a massive nuclear deterrent force.

In 1993, as March Field celebrated its 75th anniversary, it was selected for realignment and subsequently redesignated March Air Reserve Base. Today March Field is home to the Air Force Reserve Command’s 4th Air Force Headquarters and 452nd Air Mobility Wing, the largest air mobility wing of the 4th Air Force. In addition to multiple units of the Air Force Reserve Command, March ARB is also home to units from the U.S. Air Force, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, California Air National Guard, California Army National Guard and the Department of Homeland Security. As it begins its second century as a military airfield, March Air Reserve Base commemorates its role in serving as a birthplace of the modern Air Force, and is expanding to encompass new missions in protection of our great nation.

Visit www.marchfield.org

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PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs Villagefest

Street Festival every Thursday 2018 Shamrock 5K and Lil’Leprechaun Dash in Downtown Mar 17 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Concert Under The Palms: Night Ranger at The Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs Mar 17 @ 7:30 PM The Desert Rose Playhouse Presents: Suddenly Last Summer Mar 17 @ 8:00 PM Paulo Szot: Salute to Broadway at The Annenberg Theater Mar 17 @ 8:00 PM Jewish Film Festival at The Camelot Theatres Mar 18 Coachella Valley Symphony Presents Opera to Broadway at The Annenberg Theater Mar 18 @ 3:00 PM “Cancer Cures - An Evening of Hope”, a Fundraiser for Israel Cancer Research Fund at Annenberg Center at Eisenhower. Tues. April 10 6 pm - 745 pm Tickets $95.

PALM DESERT The Texas Tenors

Perform at The McCallum Theatre Mar 15 @ 8:00 PM Jazz Favorite Chris Botti Performs at The McCallum Theatre Mountains Art Faire Mar 17 @ 9:00 AM Fashion Week El Paseo: Eve’s Garden Exhibition Mar 17 @ 11:00 AM Canadian Singer / Songwriter BriaSkonberg Performs at The McCallum Theatre Mar 17 @ 8:00 PM Tribute to Glenn Miller & Tex Beneke Featuring The Tex Beneke Orchestra at The McCallum Theater Mar 18 @ 3:00 PM Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein Presented at The McCallum Theatre Mar 20 Fashion Week El Paseo Presents FIDM Debut Collections Trunk Show Mar 23 @ 11:00 AM Lezginka Dance Company of Dagestan Performs at The McCallum Theatre Mar 22 @ 7:00 PM Palm Desert Food and Wine James Beard Gourmet Four-Course Luncheon Mar 23 @ 11:30 AM Fashion Week El Paseo: Saks Fifth Avenue Presents Carolina Herrera Collections Mar 23 @ 6:30 PM Human Nature on Stage at The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert Mar 23 @ 8:00 PM The Piano Guys Live In Concert at The McCallum Theatre Mar 24 Continued on page 18

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

Rest and relaxation is most important. Retreat continues to be a need. No matter what you attempt, veils drop in front of you. Should you push forward, you only find clouds of confusion. Go slowly, use your heart, slip into a comforting environment (and shoes), and dance and sing to the sounds of kirtan (holy music).

The best is by Krishna Das.

MARCH 14 – 20, 2018 ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST BY RISA D’ANGELES

dedication and love. Made food baskets. Distribute them.

CANCER

Maintain simplicity this week.

Tend to easy chores, seek help if needed. You must maintain health, well-being and strength. There’s a possibility of restriction walking or accomplishing tasks or getting from here to wherever for something unexpected may have occurred. This calls TAURUS for patience and strength of character that can ask Your entire focus is on group for assistance. If traveling, work and the creation of be sure to have the best of community. This is Right Action, shoes. Drive with care. for it will be through intentionally creating, building and working LEO within community that sustainability will be assured Saturn and Mars have been in the coming years. There affecting your day to day is a need to tend to health, life. Have you found yourself be in the sun and exercise to working slower, having to redo, assure that you will continue review, reassess and create a with the vision and leadership calm sense of inner patience needed to get us from here to these past months? What is there, from darkness to light. occurring with money and finances held in common?

GEMINI Something unexpected, expansive, confusing or The planets in the sign of illuminating? Did financial saving the world are in your news from family emerge? house of friends, hopes, Do you need tax help? wishes, and how you’re VIRGO recognized, seen, needed and remembered in the group you belong to. What Pisces is your opposite sign, are your thoughts these your hidden self, the other half days concerning your those of you. When Sun’s in Virgo, an you associate with? How do integration takes place between they impact your profession, yourself and all those close to leadership skills and public life? you; intimate friends, those you During this new moon serve work and live with and even those around you with great enemies. Virgo and Pisces,

like all opposite signs, shadow each other. The gifts each one possesses the other needs.

Each shadow of the other gradually fuses and integrates.

LIBRA With multiple Pisces and Aries planets you could be involved with lots of water (or fire). You could be engulfed in drugs or alcohol or a flood of tears for something sad occurring. You could be learning to swim or riding the waves. You could be turning into Mother Theresa saving the world. You could be lost, confused or realize you’re being refined, purified and prepared.

On the burning grounds.

Wear veils for protection.

SCORPIO Creativity should have slipped into your life quite easily taking you by the hand, creating new interests and goals, having you mingle with artists, writers, musicians, performers so you begin to identify more specifically as highly creative and not just a dark stranger behind sunglasses and long black coat in the winter cold somewhere. Now you’re in the bright golden Sun.

SAGITTARIUS Many opportunities seem to flow into your life. So many you may feel under/ overwhelmed. Don’t be. Some you’ll understand, some you won’t. Some are good, some

confusing. As the blessings continue to appear, you find yourself learning to be quite at home with style, glamour and dazzling beauty. At times, you do need to retreat, hide under covers and simply swim toward Seas of Tranquility.

CAPRICORN You like to maintain customs and traditions. Soon it will be Easter. It’s time to create Easter baskets, growing little grasses (barley & wheat), thinking about filling the baskets with homemade foods for family and friends. Easter is Sunday, April 1st. In our family, our mother made walnut and poppy seed strudels, she grew radishes and parsley for Easter breakfast, and we walked around the neighborhoods, collecting wild fruits and spring onions. You might do this too.

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AQUARIUS Should you feel overtaken by either sex or intimacy, by money or finances, and/or by confusion in either of these areas of life, give yourself time to acclimate because something’s unfolding and something’s being refined in those areas. Keep close and careful tabs on all money, received and spent. Try not to be taken over by a desire for a very expensive object.

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KCOD Radio Station Earns 17 National Awards

By Desert Star Staff PALM DESERT, CA— KCOD, College of the Desert’s student radio station, won 17 Golden Microphones at the 78th annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System’s national awards ceremony on Saturday night in New York City.

KCOD Coachella FM won three first place awards and 14 finalist awards for being among the top three in the nation (please see bullets below).

“These awards represent the hard work of our students and the high standard of broadcasting excellence we have set at COD,” KCOD Faculty Advisor Laurilie Jackson said. “KCOD students and our entire media program give students the skills they need to succeed and a voice across campus and throughout the local community.”

KCOD award winner Toni Bakal said “It is wonderful to be nationally recognized for our content at KCOD. We love working together creatively and collaboratively and receiving awards for content made with that spirit

hidden out into the open.

Perhaps a new self-identity.

Pisces is so often veiled, people don’t really know them.

They live behind veils (Neptune) for many years. Then one day Pisces emerges, know what’s ahead, what came before and what just passed everyone by.

There’s lots of work ahead. Get yourself thick boots, something cashmere and a new car. You know which direction to take.

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KCOD Coachella FM received two Golden Microphones at the national collegiate radio awards on Saturday in New York City. Top (from left to right): Jesus Magana, Aaron Jones, Toni Bakal, Frank Desaro, Joe De Hoyos, Giselle Woo Bottom: Nicholas Edward, Micaylee Johnson Photo courtesy of KCOD Best Station Promotion Video: KCOD Promo Video Spanish - Toni Bakal (Producer/Editor), Artel Garcia (Producer) and RTV 007 Class from Spring 2016 Best Station Blog: KCOD One Sentence Blog -Toni Bakal Best Use of Instagram: KCOD Instagram @ kcodcoachellafm - Toni Bakal Best Station Playlist/Music Selection: Joe de Hoyos, Nicholas Edwards, Toni Bakal, March 14, 2018

Frank Desaro, Giselle Woo Best Social Media Director: Toni Bakal Best Training Manual: Toni Bakal Best Staff Training Method: Toni Bakal You can listen to KCOD at 1450 AM, via the TuneIn Radio app on your smart phone and online at www. kcodcoachellafm.com, where you can also find their schedule of diverse offerings,

which includes alternative music, hip-hop, classic rock, ‘80s, metal, Coachella and Stagecoach artists’ music, and local Coachella Valley acts.

The station also interviews local and big-name bands.

KCOD can also be found on Twitter and Instagram (@KCODcoachellafm).

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BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri!’ Now on DVD Actress Frances McDormand took home the coveted Oscar in 1997 for her portrayal of a feisty lady sheriff in “Fargo.” This year she won another golden statuette for her brilliant performance as Mildred Hayes, a grieving mother whose daughter was raped and murdered. Months have passed, and the killer has not been brought to justice.

In desperation, she scrapes up enough money to rent three billboards just outside of Ebbing. In bright red letters she has them inscribed: “Raped While Dying.”

“And Still No Arrests?” “How Come, Chief Willoughby?”

Supporting Actor nominee, Woody Harrelson, plays Chief Willoughby. A compassionate man, he comes to Mildred, assuring her that everything has been done to find the rapist-killer. She acknowledges he is a good man but till the murderer is arrested her billboards will remain standing.

This accusation upsets the townspeople, even though they sympathize with Mildred’s pain.

Sam Rockwell garnered the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal as Officer Dixon, the chief’s right-hand man. Dixon is a hot-headed racist who still lives at home with his Mama. But he is devoted to his job and the Chief. He is determined to take down the billboards if Mildred will not.

Adding to Mildred’s anger and distress is the fact that her ex-husband (John Hawkes) is dating a sweet, but genuinely dense girl (Samara Weaving) young enough to be his daughter.

Many other exciting characters are living in this small town, like James (Peter Dinklage) who describes himself as “...a midget who sells used cars and has a drinking problem.” He’s a pleasant guy who has a crush on Mildred. And there’s

Mildred’s teenaged son, Robbie (Lucas Hedges) who is being ignored at home and embarrassed at school by his mother’s actions and fixation on her daughter’s murder.

The film takes many twists and turns, but in the end, all the story threads

intertwine in this compelling tale about small-town life in a place called Ebbing.

The film was written and directed by Martin McDonagh, who also penned the quirky, smart play “The Lieutenant of Inishmore” which was performed in L.A. at the Mark

Hotel Paseo Opens Its Doors

KMIR Lauren Day Palm Desert, CA - After months of construction, the luxury Hotel Paseo opened its

doors on Monday. “We are a 150 room, life-style and luxury hotel right in the heart of the El Paseo shopping district. We

have nine specialty suites, a seven-treatment room spa,” said Gil Reyes, the general manager of Hotel Paseo.

The billiard suites come with a personal pool table and record player. The fourstar Hotel Paseo also offers a trailer guests can stay in.

“When you’re walking around it’s like, ‘Woah, that’s pretty neat,’” Reyes explained.

Eliot Raymond was one of the first guests to stay overnight at Hotel Paseo. He said he was impressed with the amenities. “It is very nice having beautiful views out here, and having the whole back yard out here is just gorgeous,” Raymond said.

The mayor of Palm Desert, Sabby Johnathan, said this is a chance for other businesses along El Paseo to thrive. “The vacancies, we’ve now determined are around 11%, which is not bad, but we want to improve on that. So,

Taper Forum and the film “In Bruges” for which he received an Oscar nomination.

“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri” is rated R for violence, language throughout, and some sexual references, Running time: 1 hour, 55 minutes.

as we see new businesses, especially ones that add to the whole mix of El Paseo, and there’s others planned. We are trending in a very good direction,” he said about the grand opening of Hotel Paseo.

Deborah Quinn is the owner of Fix on El Paseo.

Quinn said many businesses owners have been waiting a long time for Hotel Paseo to open. She said she expects Hotel Paseo to draw more foot traffic to the area. “I was told that the hotel should be booked for summer time as opposed to just winter time, so I think that will be a big boost for us,” she said.

Hotel Paseo is also a boost for jobs. “98% of our staff is from the Coachella valley, and it was important for us to incorporate that into our day to day,” Reyes said. Source: KMIR

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President Trump to Make First California Visit KMIR Vince Marino San Diego, CA - President Trump will make his first visit to California Tuesday since he took office. People in San Diego have already begun protesting and more protests are on the way.

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unity,” said a protester.

“I think this is the most divisive president we have ever had in my lifetime. He’s not trying to build bridges.

He trying to build walls,” said a retired woman who attended Monday’s protest.

Trump is planning to personally inspect eight border wall prototypes. While protesters plan to continue their demonstrations on Tuesday, Trump supporters

here in the Coachella Valley say they welcome the president with open arms.

“He knows about construction. He knows about building things. And I think he’s going to be in the right place at the right time,” said Trump supporter Ed Yoe. The president is scheduled to make a stop at Miramar Air Station where he will speak to all five branches of the military and will wrap March 14, 2018

up his visit with a campaign fundraiser in Beverly Hills.

“I’m all for him. I don’t think he’s a democrat. I don’t think he’s a republican. I think he’s a businessman who does whatever he wants and it’s freaking out the world. And I think that’s great,” said Yoe. “Trump, do understand that your wall is not going to be built because we are going to fight, and we are going to do whatever it takes

to ensure that it doesn’t get built,” said a protester at Tuesday’s demonstration.

The president has long criticized the state for its sanctuary status and his visit comes only a week after the Justice Department announced it is suing the state of California for not following federal immigration laws. Source: KMIR

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Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth with Papaya Pica Sauce Prep time: 45 minutes, Cook time: 3 hours, Servings: 10

Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth:

2pounds smoked ham hocks 2 cups sliced yellow onions 1 cup diagonally sliced carrots 1/2 cup diagonally sliced celery 8 1/4cups water, divided 1container (32 ounces) Kitchen Basics Original Chicken Stock 1 whole chile pepper, such as Scotch bonnet or habanero 2 McCormick Bay Leaves 1 teaspoon McCormick Thyme Leaves 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2teaspoon ground black pepper salt, to taste 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 cans (13.66 ounces each) Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk 2 tablespoons lime juice

Papaya Pica Sauce:

3 cups cubed fresh papaya 1/2cup cider vinegar 1/4 cup chopped, seeded Scotch bonnet (chile pepper) 1/4 cup chopped yellow onion 1/4 cup yellow mustard 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Powder 1/2teaspoon McCormick Ground Ginger

Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth with Papaya Pica Sauce

1/4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cloves 1 pound uncooked bay scallops 1pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined cooked rice toasted shredded coconut (optional) fresh red or green bell pepper slices (optional) To make broth: Place ham hocks, onion, carrots and celery in 6-quart stockpot. Cook on medium heat 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 8 cups water, chicken stock, chile pepper, bay leaves, thyme leaves, turmeric, allspice and pepper. Add salt, to taste. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 hour, skimming fat occasionally.

Remove cover and simmer 30 minutes, skimming fat occasionally. Remove ham hocks and skim fat. In small bowl, whisk cornstarch and remaining water.

Add to pot with coconut milk. Cook on medium heat 30 minutes. Skim fat.

Stir lime juice into broth.

To make Papaya Pica Sauce: In food processor on high speed, process papaya, vinegar, chile pepper, onion, mustard, salt, allspice, garlic powder, ginger and cloves until smooth. Transfer to medium saucepan. Bring to boil.

Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes. Pour into medium bowl.

To serve, pour broth into heated 6-quart electric slow cooker or hot pot.

Cook shrimp and scallops in broth about 5 minutes, or until cooked through, stirring occasionally.

Place some rice in bowl then ladle broth and seafood over top. Stir in Papaya Pica Sauce and top with shredded coconut and pepper slices, if desired.

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eat up your next get-together by inviting family and friends over to try a DIY trend, the hot-pot party. It can be easy to prep and your guests can enjoy cooking and customizing their own meals.

First, prepare a rich, flavored broth and serve steaming-hot in a slow cooker or multicooker. Next, offer a selection of meat, seafood and veggies for dunking. Cook for a few minutes then garnish with sauces and various toppings to match individual tastes.

A traditional East Asian hot-pot broth is flavored with beef stock, soy sauce, chilies, ginger and garlic. Try a Mexican-inspired version by serving a spiced chicken broth with ancho chile pepper, cumin and oregano, or offer a taste of the Caribbean with a coconut milk broth and fresh papaya pica sauce.

Learn more about this hot-pot trend and all the latest flavor trends in McCormick’s 2018 Flavor Forecast at FlavorForecast.com.

Asian Hot-Pot Broth with Tangy Chili Sauce

Prep time: 15 minutes, Cook time: 25 minutes, Servings: 10

Hot-Pot Broth:

2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1large sweet onion, thinly sliced 2 containers (32 ounces each) Kitchen Basics Original Beef Stock 1/4 cup Thai Kitchen Red Curry Paste 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar 1tablespoon McCormick Garlic Powder 1teaspoon McCormick Ground Ginger 2 tablespoons lime juice

Tangy Chili Sauce:

1/2 cup Thai Kitchen Sweet Red Chili Sauce 3tablespoons lime juice 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced Simply Asia Lo Mein Noodles, cooked

assorted mushrooms, sliced (optional) baby bok choy, coarsely chopped (optional) crunchy Chinese noodles (optional) To make broth: In 6-quart stockpot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in beef stock, curry paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder and ginger. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Stir lime juice into broth before serving.

To make Tangy Chili Sauce: In small bowl, mix red chili sauce and lime juice.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

To serve, pour broth into heated 6-quart electric slow cooker or hot pot. Cook steak in broth about 2-3 minutes, or until it reaches desired doneness.

Place lo mein noodles in bowls then ladle broth and steak over top.

Stir in Tangy Chili Sauce and top with mushrooms, baby bok choy and Chinese noodles, if desired.

Puebla Hot-Pot Broth with Avocado Crema

Puebla Hot-Pot Broth with Avocado Crema Prep time: 45 minutes, Cook time: 45 minutes, Servings: 10

Puebla Hot-Pot Broth:

3 tablespoons McCormick Gourmet Ancho Chile Pepper 2teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons oregano leaves 2 teaspoons McCormick Smoked Paprika 1/2teaspoon McCormick Gourmet Sicilian Sea Salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup finely chopped white onion 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 containers (32 ounces each) Kitchen Basics Original Chicken Stock 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 2 ears fresh corn, shucked and cut into 1-inch rounds 2 tablespoons lime juice

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1/2 medium avocado, peeled, pitted and coarsely chopped 1 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet Sicilian Sea Salt 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Powder

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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips 1 chayote, peeled and cut into matchsticks avocado, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) crunchy tortilla strips (optional) To make broth: In small bowl, mix chile pepper, ground cumin, oregano, paprika and salt. Set aside.

In 6-quart stockpot on medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened. Stir in chicken stock, crushed tomatoes and 1/2 of seasoning mixture. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 20 minutes, adding corn during last 10 minutes of cooking. Remove corn to plate. Stir lime juice into broth.

To make Avocado Crema: In food processor on high speed, process avocado, sour cream, lime juice, salt and garlic powder until smooth.

Transfer to bowl; cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Coat chicken strips with remaining seasoning mixture.

To serve, pour broth into heated 6-quart electric slow cooker or hot pot. Cook chicken and chayote in broth 4-5 minutes, or until cooked through, stirring occasionally.

Ladle broth with cooked chicken and vegetables into individual bowls. Top with Avocado Crema and avocado, fresh cilantro and tortilla strips, if desired.

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Serena and Venus at the BNP Paribas tennis Championship

Venus Williams. Photo by Pat Krause Continued from Page 1 stop play for the day. The rains never came during either game. Serena won her

match and then will have to play Venus in the 3rd round.

What a game that will be.

The BNP Paribas Open just won the best tournament again this year. The athletes

Dominic Theim. Photo by Pat Krause themselves choose that honor so its a specially lovely award.

What I like about the Tennis Gardens is that there are eight courts where you can watch play. Stadium 2 is just a smaller

version of Stadium One. Food courts, vendors, players giving autographs, entertainment and so much more to see and do in a day. There are seats all over the grounds and TVs

so people can watch play while eating or just rest. Fans have an opportunity to view many of their favorite players.

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Simone Biles at the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center

Cheryl and John Thoreson, Simone Biles with Robert and Hillary Marx, Barbara Sinatra’s son. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Barbara Sinatra Champions Luncheon was held at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa on March 9th. The is an annual event that raises money for the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center.

Hundreds of people filled the ballroom to see and hear the most decorated American Gymnast of all time, Simone Biles. Biles was supposed to be interviewed by Mr. Larry King, but he became ill. An extraordinaire interviewer, Calvin “Cal” Fussman, took over the exceptional duty of Interviewing Simone Biles and her adoptive mother.

Sponsors, VIPs and a few Aunts and Uncles were able to meet Biles in the Desert Vista Cuhilla room before entrance on the stage.She is a very tiny girl who has an amazingly big smile. She was sweet to everyone including the After Shocks Gymnasts that performed outside as guests arrive. The young gymnasts were so excited to meet their Idol, Biles.

John Thoreson, Exec.

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Barbara Sinatra is genuinely missed, but her legacy and the Barbara Children’s Center will continue and grow as was her and Frank Sinatra’s dream. The Center created a video about “Protect Yourself Rules” that starts with K-3 Grades and 4-6th grades that have been shown in schools in every state and 24 countries.

Over 2 million grade school kids have seen this video.

Helen Galen and Harold Matzner spoke about how the Aunts and Uncles were formed. It started with a few and now has over 500 in the group. People give to these causes but seldom connect with the charities with their time. Barbara Sinatra visited the center at least every week and was Hands On at the Center. She was loved by all and missed profoundly and they showed a tribute video in her honor. The center treats all abused children and their families, “Free Of Charge.”

Hal Gershwitz spoke about the need for new Aunts and Uncles too. Hal read a letter from a child that said the video helped her fight back against her abuser and gave her courage to speak up. Every

Simone Biles with the After Shocks Gymnastics team. Photo by Pat Krause.

cent raised goes to the Center.

Simone Biles and her mother took to the stage. The questions started about her life as a child, being in foster care and becoming a part of a family with her siblings.

Millie Biles and her paternal Grandfather adopted her. Biles said she would flip all over the house, mailbox and from the roof. She saw other girls doing that and was asked to join a gymnast club, and it went from there. Her Mother said it drove

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They chatted back and forth as mothers and daughters do at the questions.

Then the question came about the abuse from her USA Olympic Physician Larry Nassar. Her mother had a hard time telling about it as she said, when do you tell your child about violence and how do you get a child to say to you and not be ashamed. Biles

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Delightful comedy about old time radio programs and commercials

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association The art form known as Radio was the only communication method of entertaining America in the late 1920’s, up to and including the invention of television. The medium allowed one to be entertained without ever leaving the home.

Radio had the ability to reach most of the nation from East coast to West coast, and the country’s vast rural population at the same time. One didn’t have to be attending a theatre performance to enjoy the stories of radio.

It was the medium of the mind, and it was free!

Radio soap operas were the companions of millions of women and stay-athomes that allowed them to endure the boredom and ennui of daily living In the 30’s and 40’s. Women stayed at home. Men went to work. Radio programs were sponsored by detergent manufacturers; hence the term “soaps”. Programming mysteries, comedies, westerns, and adventure shows took the listener to the

far corners of world. It was a fabulous entertainment era.

Local Palm Springs award-winning writer/ director/playwright Tony Padilla has written a funfilled paean to the plight of all radio actors with his new comedy play “The Thespian Radio Hour”. It’s set in a Chicago radio studio in the mid 1940’s. Then, as now, writers, producers, directors and actors rely on sponsors to pay their salaries and productions costs. And that truism hasn’t changed since Shakespeare’s time.

Padilla, has cast his hilarious comedy/farce production with a group of actors who know how to perform the genre. The story revolves around harried producer Agnes Cohen and her search for a show sponsor is played by Linda Cooke. The show’s ambitious young director Steve Randy is played by Nick Wass. The three radio actors in the story are: Bonnie Gilgallon, Kelly Moody, and Larry Dyekman. and Hal O’Connell, as Waldo Burns the sponsor everyone ‘auditions’ for in their quest to get him to sign on the dotted line of a renewal contract for the acting company.

Wonderfully wacky and

hilarious performances come from multi-talented Bonnie Gilgallon as Show Biz Diva Ellen Haze. Gilgallon is a local TV and Radio celebrity and Singer who currently hosts her weekly TV show “Women. She also hosted her own radio show, the popular Coachella Valley radio show “The Desert Scene”, for six years on KNEWS; 1140 AM in Palm Springs, in the 2000’s.

Kelley Moody as Lilly Darling, is an award winning actor and Emmy nominated TV personality who brightens your day as CBS Local 2 News’ weather anchor for the valley when she’s not performing in a local theatre production.

Larry Dyekman, has appeared in regional theatres throughout the country. Since settling in Palm Springs, he’s been seen in several Desert Theatre League awardwinning show. More recently he played the Preacher in “Southern Baptist Sissies”, at the Desert Rose Playhouse and was featured in two productions at the Palm Canyon Theatre: “Deathtrap” and “The Bad Seed”.

Hal O’Connell’s portrayal of Waldo Burns, the Heavenly Bra Company salesman and object of all of the radio actors

By Pamela Price Ambassador Caroline Kennedy, having served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan from 2013 to 2017 was the guest speaker at the Desert Town Hall on March 8th that took place at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells in their Emerald Ballroom. As nearly 2,000 guests arrived a most apropos song, Sweet Caroline was performed. Caroline, the daughter of President John

F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, is the Honorary President of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. She is the third of four speakers at the preeminent Desert Town Hall speaker series. The presenting sponsor of the series is the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation which was established in 1993 and is now in its 26th year.

Caroline Kennedy’s speech reflected her career as an

attorney, the author of 11 New York Times best-selling books and her love of poetry.

While serving as the US Ambassador to Japan, she emphasized the importance of U.S. and Japan cooperation as being vital for the prosperity and security of both countries.

Soft-spoken, dignified and precise in her choice of words, her message touched upon her experiences during her four years as Ambassador and the differences and

in making sure he arranges for the all- important contract renewal, is little comedy gem among a cast full of comedy gem portrayals.

Desert Ensemble Theatre Company (DETC)

production of “The Thespian Radio Hour” performs at the Pearl Mc Manus Theatre in downtown Palm Springs on March 16,17, 18. For tickets call 760-565-2476.

similarities between America and Japan, noting her concern for reconciliation after World War II. The next Desert Town Hall on March 28th features Chris Wallace, prominent political journalist, and host of FOX News Sunday.

Keith Goff, President of Desert Town Hall, said the Speaker Series “is a success because of the willingness to celebrate the free exchange of ideas that will make us a better community and indeed, a better nation.”

Caroline Kennedy speaks at the Desert Town Hall

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fter a long winter cooped up indoors, spring is the perfect time to start re-imagining your home and making upgrades that create a fresh, welcoming vibe. These project ideas – some big, some small – can help breathe new life into your home so you’re ready to enjoy your favorite rooms to the fullest.

Air it out Months of closed windows and doors can make any room feel dusty and stale. As soon as temperatures allow, throw open the windows and skylights to let the fresh air chase away the remnants of winter. It’s a perfect time to launder window treatments and clean area rugs. After a few passes with a carpet cleaner, allow rugs to air-dry outdoors. If you’re considering an update to the overall decor, changing out these textiles is an easy and affordable way to create a new look. Just donate the used drapes and rugs after cleaning instead of bringing them back into the room.

Shift your outlook When contemplating changes to a room’s aesthetic, most people focus on the floor, walls and elements like furniture and accessories. As some homeowners are discovering, there’s a whole other space waiting to be discovered. The ceiling, a fifth wall of sorts, opens up endless creative design opportunities.

Whether you’re seeking more natural light, access to fresh air, a sense of spaciousness or a way to bring sophistication to a room, a skylight may be just the solution. For example, Velux room-darkening and lightfiltering blinds can add a splash of color just where you least expect it, and they’re efficient in shielding your space from the sun, meaning the blinds and installation

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Paint to perfection Over time, once cheerful walls can grow dull. Create a livelier ambiance with a fresh coat of paint, either in the same shade or something completely new. If you’re not sure exactly where to start, tackle the project room by room. To choose the right hue, select a favorite item in the room, such as an heirloom throw blanket or a piece of wall art, and consider color shades that complement the item well.

Make what’s old new again Sometimes a fresh perspective is as simple as rearranging a room to better fit your needs. Over time, the furnishings can become almost an afterthought because they’ve been in place so long. Try moving things around to create new conversation groupings or to highlight a piece that has been tucked away in the shadows.

An updated arrangement may inspire to you add and embellish with some simple new accessories or accent pieces for a room that only looks brand new.

Get earth smart With all of the new growth and hues of green that abound during spring, it’s natural to be more mindful of the environment. Earth-friendly upgrades like switching out inefficient lighting or installing low-flow toilets and shower heads can make a sizable difference.

Another option for energy conservation: Look for ways to maximize natural light for heat and to brighten rooms. Well-placed windows and skylights can harness energy naturally, so you can minimize your reliance on electricity for comfort and convenience.

5 Ways to Make the Most of Your 5th Wall 1. Start with a smooth canvas.

This means eliminating any details like popcorn ceilings or other texturing that may appear dated and dingy.

2. Add some color. Bring character to the room by adding color to the ceiling that complements the traditional walls for a cohesive look. If you have eaves, dormers or other architectural elements, consider painting some and leaving others white for variety and added dimension.

3. Introduce natural light.

When it comes from above, natural light brightens a room in a whole new way. An option like a Velux skylight is a sensible solution because it offers plenty of ways to customize the skylight to your specific space and functional needs.

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4. Enhance with accessories.

Both practical and attractive, blinds are a good idea for a skylight. They let you control the light, such as blocking out harsh rays during the heat of the day but letting the gentle evening light illuminate the room. In addition to choosing a style and color that complements the room decor, also look for features such as remotecontrol operation and roomdarkening textiles.

5. Get creative. Treating your ceiling like a wall opens virtually endless possibilities.

Especially if you have some unique architectural features, you can highlight them by adding special touches such as built-in shelves for extra storage or new place to nurture lush house plants.

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BY ROBERT KINSLER

Score Some Soundtracks A slew of fantastic new soundtracks is out now and worth discovering. I also caught an outstanding documentary on Queen last week and shared details on that special with hopes the film will come to DVD and blu-ray.

legendary likes of Henry Gibson, Debbie Reynolds, Paul Lynde and Agnes Moorehead. The range of material ranges from funny and light-hearted tunes (“A Veritable Smorgasbord,” “End Title”) to a decidedly more probing material (“There Must Be Something More,” “Deep Title: Charlotte’s Web (Varèse In The Dark/Charlotte’s Web”).

Sarabande Records) Particularly stirring is “Charlotte’s You might like if you Farewell (Mother Earth and enjoy: The Sherman Father Time)” that continues Brothers, Debbie Reynolds, to resonate as powerfully as Agnes Moorehead ever. A true classic. Information: Tell me more: Forty-five VareseSarabande.com. years after its release, the 1973 animated film version of Title: 21 Jump Street: E.B. White’s “Charlotte’s Web” Original Television remains a favorite of children Soundtrack (Varèse of all ages. A large part of the Sarabande Records) enduring magic of the film is the You might like if you soundtrack with its wonderful enjoy: Composer Peter music and lyrics by Richard Bernstein, 21 Jump M. Sherman & Robert Street, Peter Gabriel B. Sherman (The Sherman Tell me more: The latest Brothers’ outstanding work installment of Varèse Sarabande includes Walt Disney’s “Mary Records’ ongoing series of Poppins,” “Chitty Chitty Bang soundtracks, “21 Jump Street: Bang” and “The Jungle Book”). Original Television Soundtrack” Having just been released for features more than 80 minutes the first time on audio CD, of music from the popular police “Charlotte’s Web” endures procedural starring Johnny as a joyous set of tuneful and Depp that originally ran from lovingly-delivered songs by the 1987 to 1991. In addition

to the buoyant ‘80s-styled theme song (sung by Holly Robinson), the wealth of tracks captures the dramatic span of groundbreaking music used in the series’ 100+ episodes.

While synthesizers are typically the most prominent sound heard, the use of acoustic instruments adds flavor and depth to the material. The moody “Holly,” rhythmic “Riffing,” luxurious “Christmas Day” and catchy bluesmeets-synth gem “Date With An Angel” are among the infectious selections that grace the winning title. Fans of “21 Jump Street” are advised to move quickly. Released in late February, only 1,200 copies of the limited edition 2CD set will be sold. Information: VareseSarabande.com.

Title: The Commuter — Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Varèse Sarabande Records) You might like if you enjoy: Composer Roque Banos, Hans Zimmer Tell me more: Spanish composer Roque Banos’ ethereal and stirring score is

the perfect fit for the action thriller “The Commuter.” The 2018 movie (which stars actor Liam Neeson) is enhanced by Banos’ compositions, which all work even apart from the film as evidenced by the lure of the soundtrack across its 16-track span. Things begin beautifully with the ethereal “A Commuter’s Trip” and ultimately there is a wide range of emotions with Banos finding a perfect mix of quiet incidental music and dramatic symphonic colors (including the edgy “Do Not Stop The Train” and explosive “Who Is Prince?”) across 75 fastmoving minutes. Information: VareseSarabande.com.

and Killing”) and lyrical moodscapes (“Red Mountain,” “Sniper” and “Flashback” in particular). Marilyn Manson’s version of the gothic-Americana hymn popularized by Johnny Cash — “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” — serves as the disc’s fitting finale. Information: VareseSarabande.com.

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Title: Queen Rock The World (Eagle Rock Entertainment) You might like if you enjoy: Queen, Freddie Mercury Tell me more: Last weekend PBS SoCal aired a fascinating documentary titled “Queen Rock The World.” The footage that comprised the majority of the special was shot during the making of the band’s Title: 24 Hours To Live — sixth studio album “News of Original Motion Picture the World” as well as on the Soundtrack (Varèse subsequent North American Sarabande Records) tour that included 26 dates You might like if you enjoy: over six weeks in 1977, but Tyler Bates, Hans Zimmer only recently re-discovered and Tell me more: Tyler Bates’ put together into a must-see score for “24 Hours To Live” documentary. With acclaimed further enhances his burgeoning host BBC host Bob Harris legacy. Already recognized (“The Old Grey Whistle Test”) for his top-tier soundtracks doing the interviews, the hourfor “300,” “Guardians of the long special offered some Galaxy” and “John Wick,” his special moments including latest work creates the proper studio recording sessions, mix of dramatic tension (just backstage chats, and energetic listen to the aptly-titled “You concert footage. Hopefully this Have 24 Hours” and “Crashing special will be released soon.

New Band of the week: Gothic Tropic

By Desert Star Staff She’s not very goth, and there isn’t a tropical flavor to her music, but if you like pure pop 70s/80s style, then you’ll love this one-woman band.

Los Angeles native Cecilia Della Peruti introduces some hard edges to the playful world of pop with Gothic Tropic.

Inspired by 70’s heroes and nodding to an era of female rock nobility, Della Peruti will be bringing her punchy vibe and unique lead guitar style to Austin this month for SXSW. She cut her teeth as a multi-instrumentalist touring player for Børns, Charli XCX and is currently playing guitar and singing with Beck.

“If you like Fleetwood Mac and Blondie, you’ll want to check out Fast or Feast..” -THE GUARDIAN (Band of the Week) “With roomy, entrancing vocals and guitar guiding the way, they take inspiration from classic rock (frontwoman

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Cecilia Della Peruti’s formative first album was Fragile by Yes), Bauhaus, and West African music.

The result is a compelling collection of contrasts, both musically and lyrically….”

- Interview Magazine

Her freshman album Fast or Feast, released last year on Old Flame Records, is a melting pot of these influences drenched in psychedelia and 80s poolside pop. The album received critical acclaim attracting the attention of tastemakers such as Beats 1’s Zane Lowe, KROQ’s Kat Corbett, to Australia’s Triple J and more. Della Peruti went on to support Kate Nash on her recent UK tour and packed out her very first UK and EU headlining tour that included stops at major festivals throughout Europe.

“Gothic Tropic are bound for slick, full arenas.” - DIY Magazine

Gothic Tropic will be playing multiple shows at SXSW. A schedule is below, and you can view and download the show schedule in an excel sheet HERE. Thursday 3/15 5 PM Girlschool Showcase TOMS Shoes Flagship 1401 Congress 12 AM Fancy Feast The Sidewinder (outdoor stage) 715 Red River St. RSVP HERE Friday 3/16 4 PM M&M Sound and Color presented by Culture Collide Lustre Pearl Rainey 94 Rainey St. RSVP HERE Saturday 3/17 3:40 PM Southwest Invasion Whole Foods Rooftop Plaza 525 N. Lamar Blvd.

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EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1074 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24073 et seq.) Escrow No. 32964-RB NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made. The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Number and address of the Seller(s)/Licensee(s) are: AYMON RATEB MALEEH, SHATHA ISSA, 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276-3400 Doing Business as: DBA: JERRYS MARKET AND LIQUOR, 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276-3400 All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s)/licensee(s) within the past three years, as stated by the Seller(s)/ licensee(s), is/are: None The name(s), Social Security or Federal Tax Number and address of the Buyer(s)/applicant(s) is/are: WALID BASBOUS, IKHLAS MASSIS, 45122 Bevington Ave., Lancaster, CA 93535 The assets being sold are generally described as: Fixtures, equipment, furniture, goodwill, tradename, convenant not to compete and ABC license. and is/are located at: DBA: JERRYS MARKET AND LIQUOR, 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276-3400 The type of license to be transferred is/are: Off-Sale Liquor License #21-580510 now issued for the premises located at: SAME The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of: Palomares Escrow, Inc., 1425 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite 230, Upland, CA 91786 and the anticipated date is 4/30/18.

The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the sum of $470,000.00, PLUS inventory estimated at $80,000.00, which consists of the following: $2,000.00 deposited into escrow by check $158,000.00 shall be replaced by: $310,000.00 buyer to obtain a bank loan It has been agreed between the seller(s)/licensee(s) and the intended buyer(s)/transferee(s), as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Dated: 2/28/18 Seller(s)/Licensee(s) S/ AYMON RATEB MALEEH S/ SHATHA ISSA Buyer(s)/ Applicant(s) S/ WALID BASBOUS S/ IKHLAS MASSIS 3/14/18 CNS-3107821# DESERT STAR WEEKLY. DSW18-1068 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BRIGITTE E. FREER aka BRIGITTE FREER aka BIBI E. FREER CASE NO. PRIN 1800794 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BRIGITTE E. FREER aka BRIGITTE FREER aka BIBI E. FREER . A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RIVERSIDE COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RIVERSIDE COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: April 3, 2018 at 8:45AM in Dept. 1A located at 46-200 OASIS STREET, INDIO, CA 92201 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner TONI EGGEBRAATEN, Esq., 77564 Country Club Drive, #191 Palm Desert, CA 92211. (760) 7724292. Publish March 7, 14, 21, 2018. DSW18-1059 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CORDERO’S REMODEL, 52540 AVENIDA VALLEJO, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ALBERTO- -CORDERO ROBINSON, 52540 AVENIDA VALLEJO, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. 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: ALBERTO-CORDERO ROBINSON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802031. 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). DSW181075 March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: IBARRA LANDSCAPING, 16740 AVENIDA DESCANSO, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: RUBEN- -IBARRA, 16740 AVENIDA DESCANSO, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: RUBEN- -IBARRA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802104. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CASL INTERPRETING; CHAMP ASL INTERPRETING, 650 E VISTA CHINO, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County; 4624 MAX DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115. Full name of registrant: MARTIN YOST INTERPRETING, LLC, 650 E VISTA CHINO, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262/ CA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: MARTIN JOHN YOST, PRESIDENT/CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 12, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803532. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1073 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FRONTIER DELIVERY & MOVING SERVICE, 15960 VIA VISTA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JUAN MANUEL RAMOSA MONCAYO, 15960 VIA VISTA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: JUAN MANUEL RAMOSA MONCAYO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 7, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803266. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1072 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GDS CONSULTING, 1432 S CALLE DE MARIA, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GARY DEAN SOTO, 1432 S CALLE DE MARIA, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: GARY DEAN SOTO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 7, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803291. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1071 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018

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March 14, 2018 PUBLIC NOTICE

NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1066, March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018

THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1061, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: JV’S CAR WASH MOBILE, 32705 DESDERT VISTA RD #A, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JOSUE DANIEL VICENTE-ANGELES, 32705 DESERT VISTA RD #A, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: JOSUE DANIEL VICENTE-ANGELES. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 9, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803177. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1065 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE ART OF LIVING A DREAM, 9376 AVENIDA JALISCO, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: LYBYS GEOVANNA ZAMBRANO, 9376 AVENIDA JALISCO, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: LYBYS GEOVANNA ZAMBRANO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 14, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802183. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1057 March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: I&A CONCRETE DESIGN, 13797 LA MESA DR UNIT #C, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANGEL JONAS LOPEZ MARENTES, 13797 LA MESA DR UNIT C, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above 1/1/2018. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ANGEL JONAS LOPEZ MARENTES. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 15, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803407. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1064, March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: VIVIENDO EN SALUD, 17989 CORKILL RD., SPC. #2, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARIA ROMILIA CHEVEZ, 17989 CORKILL RD., SPC. #2, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: MARIA ROMILIA CHEVEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 26, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802699. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1056 March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: AMERICAN AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING, 13355 VERBENA DR 204, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: WILLIAM CECIL WOOD JR., 13355 VERBENA DR 204, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above 12/11/2017. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: : WILLIAM CECIL WOOD JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 7, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803255. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1063, March 14, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HANDYMAN REPAIRS, 17300 CORKILL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241. Riverside FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSICounty; P.O. BOX 612, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA NESS AS: MLD GRAPHICS, 40443 CRYSTAL 92234. Full name of registrant: SANTOS- -ORTEGA, AIRE CT., MURRIETA, CA 92562. Riverside County.

17300 CORKILL RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA Full name of registrant: RYAN DANIEL MURRAY, 92241. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. 40443 CRYSTAL AIRE CT., MURRIETA, CA 92562.

Registrant has not yet begun to transact business Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare commenced to transact business under the fictithat all the information in this statement is true and tious business name(s) listed above 12/11/2017. I correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, informa- declare that all the information in this statement is tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, crime) Signed: SANTOS- -ORTEGA. This statement information which he or she knows to be false, is was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County guilty of a crime) Signed: RYAN DANIEL MURRAY. on March 1, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County This statement was filed with the County Clerk Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802891. NOTICE — of Riverside County on February 14, 2018. Peter THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS R-201802116. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIFILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI- BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATETIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW DSW18-1070 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1062, March 14, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ASAP HANDYMAN, 13560 INAJA ST, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING County. Full name of registrant: JOSE NEFTALY BUSINESS AS: JOAN OF ANGELS GALLERY COREAS SARAVIA, 13560 INAJA ST, DESERT HOT AND SPIRITUAL SANCTUARY, 65669 AVENIDA SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: IN- LADERA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

DIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JOAN “B” business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. HANGARTER, 65669 AVENIDA LADERA, DESERT I declare that all the information in this statement is HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun information which he or she knows to be false, is to transact business under the fictitious name(s) guilty of a crime) Signed: JOSE NEFTALY COREAS listed above. I declare that all the information in SARAVIA. This statement was filed with the County this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, Clerk of Riverside County on February 21, 2018. who declares as true, information which he or Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: No. R-201802485. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS LYBYS GEOVANNA ZAMBRANO. This statement BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE on March 6, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803177. NOTICE — TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATENAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTH- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE ER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTIPROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1067 March 14, TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- DSW18-1060 March 14, 21, 28, 2018, April 4, 2018 NESS AS: CALIFORNIA CUSTOMS AUTOBODY & PAINT, 74-805 JONI DR UNIT D, PALM DESERT, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIMADISON TERRI DERNBACH, 45-765 ELKHORN NESS AS: A PLUS SENIOR CARE, 64635 PICARD TRL, PALM DESERT, CA 92211; GEOFFREY MI- CT, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside CHAEL HUNTER BENEDETTO, 43-765 ELKHORN County. Full name of registrant: JACOB DARAL TRL, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Business is con- SENORON, 64635 PICARD CT, DESERT HOT ducted by: Co-partners. Registrant commenced SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: to transact business under the fictitious business INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact name(s) listed above 03/07/2018. I declare that business under the fictitious business name(s) all the information in this statement is true and listed above January 1, 2018. I declare that all the correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, infor- information in this statement is true and correct. (A mation which he or she knows to be false, is guilty registrant, who declares as true, information which of a crime) Signed MADISON TERRI DERNBACH. he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) PARTNER. This statement was filed with the County Signed: JACOB DARAL SENORON. This statement Clerk of Riverside County on March 8, 2018. Peter was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. on March 5, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County R-201803337. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201803056. NOTICE —

AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TAVERN ON THE GREEN, 36200 DATE PALM DRIVE, CATHERAL CITY, CA 92234.Riverside County. Full name of registrant: SYMBOLIC REALTY, LLC, 36200 DATE PALM DRIVE, CATHERAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: TED JOE ETSELL, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 3, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201800100. 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). DSW18-1023 January 24, 31, 2018, February 7, 14, 2018 March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SJ DISTRIBUTION, 51784 LA PONDEROSA DR, COACHELLA, CA 92236.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: LUIS ESTEBAN ACOSTA GUARDADO, 51784 LA PONDEROSA DR, COACHELLA, CA 92236; ESMERALDA- -GARCIA, 51784 LA PONDEROSA DR, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: LUIS ESTEBAN ACOSTA GUARDADO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 4, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201800171. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1022 January 24, 31, 2018, February 7, 14, 2018 March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018

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DSW18-1054 March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MIR FASHION, 66366 SAN JUAN RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARIA INEZ REYES, 66366 SAN JUAN RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: MARIA INEZ REYES. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201801740. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1053 February 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CANNAKI WEST COAST DISTRIBUTORS, 77639 BARONS CIR., PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: SCOTT ALAN SHAPIRO, 77639 BARONS CIR., PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: SCOTT ALAN SHAPIRO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 21, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802447. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1052 February 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CBD WORKS INC., 67555 E PALM CANYON DR SUITE F114, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CBD WORKS, INC., 67555 E. PALM CANYON DR SITE F114, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ANDRIAN ROSARIO RENDO, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 20, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802363. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1051 February 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HEMP CITY, 67555 E PALM CANYON DR SUITE F114, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CBD WORKS INC., 67555 E. PALM CANYON DR SITE F114, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ANDRIAN ROSARIO RENDO, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 20, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802367. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1050 February 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 21, 2018

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) BELLAGIO NAILS & SPA, 12543 PALM DR, 2, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): THUYET KHANH DAM, 12543 PALMDR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; LAM THI KIM LUU, 12543 PALM DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. This business is conducted by: Married Couple The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 09/22/2014. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime. Signed: THUYET KHANH DAM . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on February 26, 2018 File No. R-201402426 Publish March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018. DSW18-1055

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: STATE STREET INVESTMENTS, 3354 CLEARING LN., CORONA, CA 92882. Riverside County; PO BOX 1413, CHINO, CA 91708. Full name of registrant: KELLY GENE FLANAGAN, 3354 CLEARING LN., CORONA, CA 92882. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: KELLY GENE FLANAGAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802092. 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). DSW181047 February 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 21, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BESTIA; BESTIA FITNESS, 5291 TELEFAIR WAY, RIVERSIDE, CA 92506. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: HERBERTH MAURICIO LOPEZ, 5291 TELEFAIR WAY, RIVERSIDE, CA 92506; STEVEN- -LOPEZ, 4335 VIA SAN JOSE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92504; KENNY- -LOPEZ, 4335 VIA SAN JOSE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92504. Business is conducted by: Co-partners. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: HERBERTH MAURICIO LOPEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 22, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802547. 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

AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1800512, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. WILLIAM RANDOLPH SUMNER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name WILLIAM RANDOLPH SUMNER to Proposed Name: RANDY RAE RICHARDSON. 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 16, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3, 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

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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 26, 2018. Judge of the Superior Court, Publish February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14. DSW18-1026 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: VEGA’S GARDENING, 53950 AVE HERRERA, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JORGE VEGA MALDONADO, 53950 AVE HERRERA, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 2005. 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 VEGA MALDONADO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 9, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201800377. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1014 January 17, 24, 31, 2018, February 7, 2018, February 28, 2018, March 87, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: STATE STREET INVESTMENTS, 3354 CLEARING LN., CORONA, CA 92882. Riverside County; PO BOX 1413, CHINO, CA 91708. Full name of registrant: KELLY GENE FLANAGAN, 3354 CLEARING LN., CORONA, CA 92882. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: KELLY GENE FLANAGAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802092. 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). DSW181047 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MODERN TILE & MARBLE, 30575 AVENIDA DEL YERMO, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BRADY MICHAEL FLEIG, 30575 AVENIDA DEL YERMO, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: BRADY MICHAEL FLEIG. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 15, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802233. 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). DSW181046 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LILLIAN B DRAPERIES, 68895 PEREZ RD 21R, CATHDRAL CITY, CALIFORNIA 92674.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: THEA MARIA FELKEL, 2471 BRENTWOOD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: THEA MARIA FELKEL. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 9, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802018. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1044 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CONCRETE UNLIMITED, 27830 VENTURA DRIVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JOHN JEFFREY RICHARD MCCRARY, 27830 VENTURA DRIVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above 1/1/18. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: JOHN JEFFREY RICHARD MCCRARY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 14, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802148. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1043, February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BRIANNA VILLANUEVA BEAUTY, 79430 HIGHWAY 111, SUITE #28, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County76840 OKLAHOMA AVE, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Full name of registrant: BRIANNA MARIE VILLANUEVA, 76840 OKLAHOMA AVE, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: BRIANNA MARIE VILLANUEVA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 5, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201801689. 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

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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). DSW181042 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SALADS & MORE TO GO; BOTANAS, 81775 SIERRA AVENUE, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County: 81775 SIERRA AVENUE, INDIO, CA 92201. Full name of registrant: REYNA- -MAZARI, 81775 SIERRA AVENUE, INDIO, CA 92201. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: REYNA- -MAZARI. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201801778. 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). DSW181041 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CATHEDRAL CITY UPHOLSTERY RV AND AUTO, 68688 PEREZ RD UNIT 1, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MANUEL DAVID FRIAS JR, 52222 CACTUS LANE, MORONGO VALLEY, CA 92256. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: MANUEL DAVID FRIAS JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 13, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201802070. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1040 February 21, 28, 2018, March 7, 14, 2018 TSG No.: 8721647 TS No.: CA1700282309 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: APN: 661-490-018, 661-490- 019, 661-490-020, 661-490- 021, 661-490-022, 661-490- 023, 661-491-010, 661-491- 011, 661-491-012, 661-491- 013, 661-491-014 and 661- 491-015 Property Address: VACANT LAND DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/19/2016. 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 04/03/2018 at 09:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 12/06/2016, as Instrument No. 2016-542199, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California. Executed by: ALDERWOOD HOMES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 661-490-018, 661-490019, 661-490-020, 661-490- 021, 661-490-022, 661-490- 023, 661-491-010, 661-491- 011, 661-491-012, 661-491- 013, 661-491-014 and 661- 491-015 LOTS 18 THROUGH 23, INCLUSIVE, AND 43 THROUGH 48, INCLUSIVE, OF TRACT NO. 31235, IN THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 389, PAGES 50 THROUGH 52, INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: VACANT LAND, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $420,929.12. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. Directions May Be Obtained Pursuant to a Written Request Submitted to the Beneficiary Within 10 Days After the First Publication of this Notice at the following Address: 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F, Irving, TX 75063 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1700282309 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any

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reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772 NPP0328252 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 03/14/2018, 03/21/2018, 03/28/2018.

DSW18-1074 APN: 633-342-020-1 TS No: CA05000664-17-1 TO No: 170034550 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 10, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 8, 2018 at 09:00 AM, in front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on February 16, 2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0116767, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by WILLIAM GEORGE BARTON, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of FINANCIAL FREEDOM SENIOR FUNDING CORPORATION, A SUBSIDIARY OF INDYMAC BANK, FSB as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 77430 MILES AVE, INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $328,125.54 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA05000664-17-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 6, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05000664-17-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Bobbie LaFlower, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose.ISL Number 38151, Pub Dates: 03/14/2018, 03/21/2018, 03/28/2018, DESERT STAR WEEKLY. DSW18-1069

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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: $210,080.30 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 063366-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117. Publish March 7, 14, 21, 2018. DSW18-1058

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been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-47645. 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.Dated: 2/16/2018 Zieve, Brodnax& Steele, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (714) 848-9272www.elitepostandpub. com_________________Christine O’Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE EPP 24704 EPP 02/21, 03/07/2018, 3/14/2018 DSW18-1049 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 129885-11 Loan No. 33-82182819 Title Order No. 170034084 APN 641-031-035-3 TRA No. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. as the duly appointed Trustee WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, described as follows: Trustor(s): DANIEL ALVAREZ Deed of Trust: recorded on 06/30/2006 as Document No. 2006-0480657 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California, Date of Trustee’s Sale: 03/14/2018 at 09:00AM Trustee Sale Location: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 The property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: LOT 39, BLOCK `F`, OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS TRACT NO. 3, IN THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 20, PAGES 35 AND 36, OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 66142 CAHUILLA AVENUE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $151,026.62 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12988511. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. THE ESTIMATED OPENING BID AT THE TIME OF THE INITIAL SALE DATE WILL BE $88,104.00. THE ESTIMATED MARKET VALUE IS $155.000.00. Date: 02/12/2018 MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. 11707 Fair Oaks Blvd., Ste 202 Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (916) 962-3453 Sale Information Line: 916-939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com TARA CAMPBELL, ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0326264 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 02/21/2018, 03/07/2018, 3/14/2018 DSW18-1048

T.S. No. 17-47645 APN: 684-301-001-9 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2005. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Trustor: REBECCA PIKUS, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Zieve, Brodnax& Steele, LLPDeed of Trust recorded11/3/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0915348 in book , pageof Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale:3/14/2018 at 9:30 AM Place of Sale: In the area in front of 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, California 92881. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $726,881.00 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed.Street Address or other common designation of real property:71460 SAN GORGONIO ROAD RANCHO MIRAGE, California 92270-4235 Described as follows: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. A.P.N #.: 684301-001-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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 T.S. No. 063366-CA APN: 614-592-012-8 NO- the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the TICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 1/24/2014.

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 3/28/2018 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 1/30/2014, as Instrument No. 2014-0040913, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: BARBARA BRENNAN-HICKS, A SINGLE PERSON 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: AUCTION.COM The Desert Star Weekly welcomes ROOM, 2410 WARDLOW ROAD #104, CORONA, CA 92880 all right, title and interest conveyed to news and photos of local interest. and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the Photos and jpg logos should be a property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED minimum of 4x6” at 300 dpi OF TRUST The street address and other common (1800 x 1200 pixels). designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 49842 MACLAINE ST INDIO, CALIFORNIA 92201 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness The deadline is each of the street address and other common designaFriday at 5 p.m. tion, 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

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Girl Scouts defeat gun-wielding gang in botched robbery

By Desert Star Staff A group of Girl Scouts were the victims of an attempted armed robbery in Tacoma, Washington. The girls were selling cookies outside a store when two men pulled a gun on them.

The Girl Scouts were outside a Fred Meyer store when the incident occurred at about 6.20 pm on Saturday, police spokeswoman Loretta Cool said, the News Tribune reports. Two men in their 20s pulled a gun on the girls in an attempt to rob them.

The pair left without taking any money, or cookies.

“We are saddened and disheartened to share that there was an attempted robbery at a Girl Scout booth site in Tacoma this evening,” the Girl Scouts of Western Washington said in a statement on their Facebook page. “We are grateful that

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This isn’t the first time Girl Scouts have been the target of armed robbers. Last February, a Girl Scout and her mother

were held at gunpoint outside a supermarket in Union City, California. The gunman first posed as a customer, then came back holding a pistol and stole all the cookie money,

the East Bay Times reports.

Girl Scout cookies cost about $5 per box, and the average scout sells about 150-200 boxes of cookies per season.

No Trump-Russia collusion uncovered by House intel probe

By Desert Star Staff As it completes its probe, the Republican-led House Intelligence Committee team has said that it would take “a Tom Clancy thriller” to call Russia’s role in the 2016 presidential election “collusion” with Donald Trump, “We found no evidence of collusion.

We found perhaps some bad judgment, inappropriate meetings,” Michael Conaway, a Texas Republican, who led the investigation, told reporters in a Monday briefing, reported by US media. “But only Tom Clancy or Vince Flynn or someone else like that could take these series of inadvertent contacts with each other, meetings, whatever, and weave that into some sort of a fiction and turn it into a page-turner, spy thriller.”

The group, which is preparing a 150-page report that will then be reviewed by the House Democrats, said that Russia took “active measures” during the presidential race, but had no specific plan to take Trump to the White House.

“The bottom line: The Russians did commit active measures against our election in ’16, and we think they will do that in the future. We disagree with the narrative that they were trying to help Trump,” said Conaway.

Conaway stated that those conducting the investigation, launched in January last year, spoke to 73 witnesses, many at the heart of the Republican campaign, including Donald Trump Jr., Jared Kushner and Steve Bannon, and reviewed over 300,000

documents. The report will include 25 recommendations to help protect the US political system in the future, relating to cyber-terrorism and campaign funding.

A one-page summary preview of the report suggested several landmines laid for the Democrats. One was concern about “anti-Trump research that made its way to the Clinton campaign” – presumably a reference to the notorious Christopher Steele dossier, part-funded

by Hillary Clinton’s backers.

Another is “problematic contacts between senior Intelligence Community officials and the media,” highlighting consternation about politicallymotivated anonymous leaks from supposedly impartial senior government officials

Trump fires Sec of State Tillerson

By Desert Star Staff President Donald Trump ousted Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, replacing him with CIA Director Mike Pompeo, appointing Gina Haspel instead of him.

This is a major shake-up of Trump’s cabinet. Tillerson was made to cut short his trip to Africa and return to Washington the day before the announcement, as preparations were underway for a meeting between President Trump and Kim Jong-un.

Haspel was the deputy director of the CIA. She is the first woman to lead the US intelligence service.

Tillerson has recently taken an ambivalent stance towards North Korea. In mid-February,

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he said that he was “listening” to Pyongyang, adding that it is his job to “ensure” the North Koreans know that Washington keeps the negotiation channels open. At the same time, he also said that the US still prefers the policy of “large sticks” in relations with North Korea.

Pompeo seems to have taken a more hard-line approach. On Sunday, he said that Trump would make no “concessions” to the North Korean leader, Kim Jongun. Speaking to Fox News, he also said that Pyongyang must stop its missile tests and “allow” the US to conduct military drills in the region.

North Korea should also leave discussions for denuclearization on the table, he added.

Pompeo thanked Trump for the “opportunity to serve as Secretary of State” and said that he was “honored” to work as the head of the CIA. Tillerson was also out of sync with the White House regarding the case of Sergei Skripal, the former double agent who was poisoned in the UK. Tillerson said he didn’t know whether the Russian government had any knowledge of the attack, but agreed with British investigators that Moscow was “likely responsible.” By contrast, White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders refused to attribute responsibility for the incident, suggesting that more proof was needed to draw any definite conclusions.

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to partisan outlets.

Conaway, who replaced Devin Nunes in his role, said that he expected the Democrats to suggest “extensive changes” to the report, and Adam Schiff, who leads the Democrats in the House Intelligence Committee, insisted that there is “clear and ovewhelming” evidence of collusion.

In a statement published on Twitter on Monday evening, he called the decision to end the probe as a “capitulation” to the White House, saying that it “placed the interests of protecting the President over protecting the country, and history will judge its actions harshly.” Schiff said that the House minority will “endeavor to continue their work.”

Relations between Trump and Tillerson have reportedly been strained for quite some time. Back in October 2017, NBC said that Tillerson called the president a “moron” and threatened to resign.

The Secretary of State then dismissed reports about his intention to leave his post.

He repeatedly declined to deny reports that he called Trump a “moron,” however.

In mid-October 2017, it was also reported that Trump sought to undermine Tillerson’s diplomatic initiatives with North Korea. The top US diplomat also dismissed those reports and vowed to continue diplomatic efforts “until the first bomb drops.”

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Powerful Dark Tragicomedy Now On CV Rep Stage

Sharon Sharth and Sean Smith. Photo by Greg Brunton categories. Joanne Gordon, who directed CV REP’s Continued from Page 1 stunning production of Ayad Akhtar’s “Disgraced” last morphing from conservative season, returns to helm values into individual values and new paradigms. American Albee’s most controversial play. 40 years after his huge writers and playwrights delved success with “Virginia Woolf”. into these new mores and He still delivers the goods. explored those new territorial Echoes of “Virginia Woolf” freedoms via the theatre. abound in “Sylvia”. But if Albee was a new voice who Shakespeare could steal from dared to create characters the Greeks, then it’s okay for and situations that challenged Albee to steal from himself. his audiences to question The emotionally-charged the nature and meaning of story in short focuses on love. In his tragicomedy happily married, 50 year-old “Sylvia”, he raises the question famed architect Martin Gray whether love and shame can (a sensational Sean Smith coexist After all, who defines in an understated, riveting normal? Who decides which performance) who reveal’s to behaviors are acceptable? his best friend of 40 years, Is dysfunctionality the new Ross Tuttle (Arthur Hanket) normal? These are large and that he has recently fallen in complex issues to ponder in a changing 21st century America. love … with a goat! Martin’s wife, Stevie Gray, played by CV REP Artistic Director Sharon Sharth in an astonishing Ron Celona selected performance, and Billy Gray, “Romance: Real or Imagined” their seventeen-year-old as the theatre’s 2017/2018 Gay son played, perhaps, a season theme. “The Goat, little too earnestly by Ian M. Or Who is Sylvia?”, falls White, make up this terrific enigmatically into both

ensemble of professional Actors’ Equity performers.

Bestiality, is not normally a subject of discussion outside or inside one’s home, perhaps, with the exception of a licensed Veterinarian. Ross, however, feels compelled to inform Stevie, via letter, of Martin’s sick, unacceptable, sexual fixation on a goat, setting off a volatile confrontation between

Martin and Stevie that draws Billy into their now deeply fraught and damaged marriage.

Albee, in 2013 said to his critics of “Sylvia”, that his intent of the play was to make people “think afresh about whether or not all the values they hold are valid”.

When one views the breaking apart of this family, it’s a little like watching a train-wreck.

We’re fascinated yet horrified at the carnage at the same time. Having said that, just as in real life there are indeed, comedy moments in this production too. It took about 10 minutes for the opening night audience to realize that it’s okay to laugh sort of like gallows humor. When an audience becomes fully engaged, that’s when a cast begins to really ‘cook’ on stage.

There are four terrific, finelyjudged performances in this play. But, the performances of Sharon Sharth as Stevie and Sean Smith as Martin, are true tour de force star turns. The play is performed without an intermission. These two actors are on stage for almost the entire evening.

They’re emotionally ‘naked’ out there. Their high-octane,

intense, and highly nuanced performances drain them and the audience as well. It’s a mesmerizing evening of theatre.

However, a note of caution at this point: This a powerful play about adult behavior and language for adults. So, leave the kiddies at home.

Director Gordon leads the creative team of Emmy Awardwinning Set Designer Jimmy Cuomo who cleverly makes excellent use of employing three levels to give the actors the feel of a real home and more space to create their magic. Lighting design by Moira Wilkie Whitaker, allows lots of light source to appreciate the costumes designed by Julie Onken. I especially liked the sound design by Kate Fechtig, and her creative use of music that plays under selective scenes to heighten or enhance the mood. It’s a film convention alas, and rarely employed in stage dramas. Pity, it really works in the skilled hands of a creative designer, especially in a venue the size of CV REP and their cozy 88 seats.

“The Goat, Or Who is Sylvia?” performs at CV REP, in Rancho Mirage, CA through April1, 2018.

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