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Winner Novak Djokovic with Milos Raonic, see page 11. Photo by Pat Krause

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‘Total mayhem’ Attacks in Brussels: Political cause or religious fanaticism? Chaotic scene after Brussels’ airport blast. By Desert Star Staff One man who witnessed the fatal explosions at Brussels’ Zaventem Airport spoke to RT about what he’s been through. “It was total mayhem. Blood, dust, people screaming and running away,” Rob Verreykken said.

“I was around 100 meters from the entrance of the airport when I heard a large blast and saw this screen of dust coming out. It was immediately clear for everyone that it was an attack. People started screaming and running away. We then went into hiding

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Dezart Performs, one of the Coachella Valley’s leading theatre companies, held their annual fund-raising event last week at the Camelot Theatres with their popular tribute to ‘Old Time Radio’ (OTR) called “On the Air”. Prior to the main event on Thursday, March 17th, the company gathered for a relaxing, fun time sharing old theatre and show business stories with one another and the event sponsors, donors, the media, and friends and

relatives of the celebrity performers at the Saguaro Hotel, Palm Springs. The stage of the Camelot theatre on March 17th was turned into a faux radio station where broadcast recreations of shows of the 1940’s and 50’s, complete with announcer Bob Hardt, sound effects artist Andrea McGuire, Dezart Trio Singers Francesca Amari, Darci Daniels, and Jaci Davis, who sang the jingles about the advertised products of actual sponsors of the event, took place. The singers were backed by the musical quartet The

around the corner and waited for some time. Then people started coming out. They were really in shock, all covered in blood,” Verreykken recalled. “I talked to one person who said, ‘I saw people lying down on the floor without legs, without other parts of

their bodies. This was terrible, I will never forget it.’ I talked to a man who came from Africa, and was taking a flight to Kinshasa. He said, ‘I was in a hall and saw people literally being blast away around me, I only survived because I was behind a small

brick wall.’” he added. Verreykken described the situation as “total mayhem.” He said the evacuation is currently underway. “We’re now standing with thousands of people Continues on Page 18

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(left to right) : Melinda Peterson, Bob Hardt, Sal Mistretta, Gavin MacLeod, Millicent Martin, Ron Masak, Michael Shaw, Joyce Bulifant, Greg Oppenheimer, Roger Perry, Valorie Armstrong, Phil Proctor, and Lee Meriwether. Photo by Pat Krause

BNP Paribas Open ‘Wednesday’

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Tennis at the BNP Paribas Open tournament has been an exciting event each day. The matches have gone on to three sets with tiebreakers many times during the week. Lesser-known players have upended some of the top seeds. The length of the games is legendary. On Wednesday the games went on and on to where the players did not get on the court until a couple hours after their presumed start times. Wednesday saw some fantastic tennis being played by some of the younger players when they went up against the more experienced pros. I watched some of the play on Wed. afternoon between the women, Agnieszka Radwanska and

Petra Kvitova. Radwanska won the first set 6-2 but had a hard time winning the second that ended up giving her the win with a long tiebreaker that kept going back and forth. The following match was Rafael Nadal and 18-yearold Alexander Zverev. Zverev is going to be a force to be watched in years to come. His huge serve gave Nadal some worrisome moments. This young man beat Nadal the first set that went into a screaming tiebreaker. Nadal came back in the second set to win 6-0. The third match was again, an edge of your seat game, as Zverev came close to beating Nadal that would have been a real feat for someone so young to topple the number 4 seed. A few errors made the difference between a win and

a loss for this young player. Novak Djokovic played Feliciano Lopez that was another long game. Djokovic won the match 6-3,6-3 but Lopez played extremely well against the number 1 seed with long volleys. Serena Williams was supposed to Rafael Nadal. Photo by Pat Krause start play a little after 7 but she did not even get on the court until almost 9. She beat Simona Halep 6-4,6-3 and will play in the finals against Victoria Azarenka for the Title. It was a late night for all the fans before the end of play for the night. Wed. saw the loss of Americans John Isner and the Alexander Zverev. Photo by Pat Krause Bryan Brothers.

Agnieszka Radwanska. Photo by Pat Krause

Credence Clearwater Revisited

Original Member Doug Clifford. Photo by Pat Krause stage for the performers. There are vendors for food and drinks that guests but with different artists. The will know they are in their 70s can take to their chairs Bass player Stu Cook and and perform because they during the performances. the drummer Doug CLifford love what they do. It has never Credence Clearwater are the original members and been a job as one member Revisited performed on March said they have been together said when he commented he 18th. There are two of the for more than 57 years as once had a job as a teenager. Original Credence Clearwater they met when they were only The lead guitarist Kurt band that performed for the 13 years old. They said that Griffey showed his amazing crowd. The music is the same if you do the math then you talents with solo performances

that left the audience gasping with the terrific artistry. He was given standing ovations after some of the songs he played. They played a few of their old songs of swamp, classic and roots rock like Who Stopped the Rain, Fortunate Son and Down on the Corner. Media were invited to this performance to show how these concerts are so popular with fans. Chef Kieran Fleming hosted a buffet of foods served in the Steakhouse and Noodles restaurant. Chef Fleming said he enjoys bringing exotic meats to the menu like Venison, Bison, Wild Boar, Elk and Rabbit. These are delicious foods that people enjoy trying for the first time and coming back for more. A taste treat for everyone to try. The next concert is Tesla that has been playing for years, another amazing band.

Sit Under the Apple Tree”. The beat almost had some audience members ready to join them on the stage, but after thinking about it at their age - wisely remained seated. Before the show ended, an unannounced additional sketch was brought back by popular demand (it wasn’t listed in the program). Ron Masak and Phil Proctor reprised their hilarious comedy routine from last year of the famous Abbott & Costello classic ‘Who’s On First?’ It was a fitting end to a wonderful evening of comedy entertainment thanks to old time radio for those who still love listening to it. For the celebrity

performers who live here in the valley and were joined by celebrity performers from Los Angeles and elsewhere it was a labor of love. It was good seeing these professional actors haul out their retired makeup kits, dust off old comedy routines, flex their radio, movie, TV, and stage voice acting skills once more, and proceed to treat the audience of 500 attendees to an evening they won’t soon forget. If you missed the event, you can still support Dezart Performs by becoming a season theatre subscriber or a donor. Contact Clark Duggar, Fund Raising Chairman at www.dezartperforms.org.

Original Member Stu Cook. Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Spa Casino in Palm Springs has been hosting Concerts Under the Palms. These concerts have been held at night and the weather has cooperated nicely. The concerts are held on the corner of N. Calle Encilia and E. Andreas Road. Chairs are set up in front of a huge

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Quarter Notes, led by Barney McClure, Jeff Stover, Shelly Yoelin, and Jay Lewis. Following radio announcer Bob Hardt’s intro to the audience the show got underway. Local celebrity Patrick Evans a popular TV weatherman and Host of the KCBS- TV show “Eye on the Desert”, gave the audience his version – this being radio – of his comedy skit written by Greg Oppenheimer called “Ear on the Desert”. His side kick on this sketch was Bob Bergen a very talented, voice artist/actor who broke up the audience with his “Porky Pig” voice impersonation as he

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answered Evan’s questions. Gavin MacLeod and Millicent Martin performed as “The Bickersons” in a comedy episode entitle ‘John Fixes the Car’, written by Philip Rapp. Fans of OTR will remember Don Ameche and Frances Langford as the original radio stars. Then “Richard Diamond, Private Detective” took us on the trail of ‘The Lynn Knight Case’ written by Blake Edwards, and starring Steven Brand as Diamond, with Ron Masak, Sal Mistretta, Phil Proctor, Devon Sorvari as Lynn Knight, Darci Daniels, Lee Meriwether, Bob

Bergen, Gavin MacLeod, and Roger Perry. The last radio episode was “My Favorite Husband” starring Roger Perry and Joyce Bulifant as George and Liz Cooper in a hilarious script by Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, and Bob Carroll, Jr. entitled “Mrs. Cooper Thinks Liz is Pregnant”. Solid support came from Millicent Martin, Melinda Peterson, Valorie Armstrong, and Gavin MacLeod. The Dezart Trio singers: Francesca Amari, Darci Daniels, and Jaci Davis, entertained the audience with a fabulous rendition of the WW II classic song, “Don’t March 23, 2016

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IRS Targets Audits for Taxpayers who may use these Deductions.... Part 3

By Janice Gough This week is the conclusion of my articles, on the primary “Red Flags”, which could trigger a tax audit. 1. Abusive Tax Shelters According to the IRS, abusive tax schemes have evolved from structuring of improper domestic and foreign trust arrangements into sophisticated strategies that take advantage of certain foreign jurisdictions’ financial secrecy laws and the availability of credit/debit cards issued from offshore financial institutions. These schemes can end up costing

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taxpayers more in back taxes, penalties, and interest than they saved in the first place. Taxpayers should also remember that promoters of these schemes often use financial instruments improperly to facilitate tax evasion. Taxpayers should be aware that an arrangement is an abusive scheme if it uses unnecessary steps or a form that does not match its substance. Trusts also commonly show up in abusive tax structures, promising reduced taxable income, and inflated deductions for personal expenses, reduced (or zero) self-employment taxes and reduced estate or gift transfer taxes. Such transactions commonly appear when taxpayers are transferring wealth from one generation to another. Questionable trusts rarely deliver the tax benefits promised, and are used mainly as a way to avoid income tax liability and hide assets from creditors, including the IRS. Taxpayers should seek the advice of a trusted professional before entering a trust arrangement.

2. Basket Options Loophole Last year, The Treasury Department and IRS have effectively halted the use of so-called “basket options.” It is a method of inappropriately taking investments with shortterm capital gains, taxed at 39.6%, and basketing them under a 2 year hedge fund, in which long-term capital gains are paid at 20%. It is a clearly a way to avoid the higher tax. It is also used as a tax loophole that high-networth investors use when investing in alternatives. 3.Fivolous Tax Arguments Promoters of frivolous arguments encourage taxpayers to make unreasonable and outlandish claims to avoid paying the taxes they owe, such as contending that taxpayers can refuse to pay taxes on religious or moral grounds by invoking the First Amendment. They also include contentions that the only “employees” subject to federal income tax are employees of the federal government; and that only foreign-source income is taxable.

those who assist taxpayers in claiming tax benefits based on frivolous arguments may be prosecuted for a felony. Janice Gough is a Financial Advisor in Palm Springs. Contact her at janice@goughinsurance.com or (760)251-7724 or Cell (650)342-7744. We offer a Complimentary Reveiw & our book “Growth without Risk”.

Board proxy, Earthquake Insurance, Replacing President By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL

Mr. Richardson: I serve on my HOA board, and every year we meet to discuss the annual budget. I sit through this discussion without understanding much of anything. After suffering through this protracted and painful discussion, I follow the vote of another director who has expertise in budget matters and who I respect. Could I just give a voting proxy to this other director regarding the budget and stay home? F.M., Irvine Dear F.M.: The budget process hopefully is started by your manager, who makes recommendations about

the HOA’s future probable expenses, based on its recent history. If the board is trying to do it on its own, the process can be difficult and more burdensome than it should be. The board has a responsibility to understand the budget, and to understand how and why it changes over the previous year, but a good manager should make that a much simpler task. California law does not recognize board proxies from one director to another regarding board votes. The law allows proxies from a member to another member (if your governing documents permit proxies), regarding votes of the entire membership. However, the law does not allow you to give your director vote to another director. It is OK to take into account another director’s input, but it still is your vote. Best, Kelly

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Taxpayers have the right to contest their tax liabilities in court, the IRS noted, but using frivolous arguments is wrong, and these have been thrown out of court. The penalty for filing a frivolous tax return is $5,000. Taxpayers who rely on frivolous arguments and schemes may also face criminal prosecution. Persons who promote frivolous arguments and

Hello Mr. Richardson: I read your column frequently and respect you for truthful and insightful answers. Is it legal for the management company for HOA to discontinue earthquake insurance? Thank you, B.M., Riverside Dear B.M.: Your management company should not be deciding this – this is a board decision. Unless the CC&Rs or Bylaws require earthquake insurance, a board has the discretion to decide whether the association will buy such insurance for the coming year. However, given how important the issue is to the overall budget and also to the risk of earthquake loss, the board should inform the homeowners as to why it is or is not obtaining this insurance. HOA lawyers are conservative and usually recommend having such insurance, but some boards decide to forego it when balancing the cost against the overall budget. Disclosing these factors to the members is a good idea. Thanks, Kelly Dear Kelly: I am on a small condo board. The president is very controlling and makes every decision. He totally controls the management company, and they do not respond to any complaints

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or requests to fix things unless they get his approval. He has been interviewing contractors without including me or the other board member. What can I and other homeowners do to remove him from the board? Sincerely, B.T., La Jolla

Dear B.T.: Your president is outside the normal role of HOA presidents. The president is one vote, and should not be the association’s “boss”– the normal authority is the board. The president may be outside corporate process and volunteer immunities. Sorry, but you and the other director are partly to blame, because officers serve at the pleasure of the board, and a majority can decide to change presidents in any open meeting, so long as reviewing or changing officers is on the agenda. Removing the president is not same as removing him from the board – that process is by membership vote. Regards, Kelly Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Managing Partner of Richardson Harman Ober PC, a law firm known for community association advice. Submit questions to KRichardson@ RHOpc.com. Past columns at www.HOAHomefront. com. All rights reserved®.

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3 Errors that could upend your retirement plans By Desert Star Staff As older Americans approach retirement, many may be realizing their financial planning isn’t what it should have been. That could mean they need to postpone retirement – or abandon the idea altogether. “Most people don’t spend much time even thinking about retirement,” says Stephen Ng, author of “10 Financial Mistakes You Should Avoid: Strategies Designed to Help Keep Your Money Safe and Growing” (www.stephenngfg.com). “They see it as a far-off time when they will have magically accumulated the money they need to jet around the world, pay for their grandchildren’s education, or otherwise have fun.” That leaves them unprepared for the reality, Ng says. They may need to work part-time just to get by. It’s possible they will outlive their money. “There’s no reason to work hard your whole life, but end up

without the money you could have had because you failed to avoid common mistakes people make,” Ng says. He says three examples of avoidable errors are: • Failing to understand taxation. Most money is taxable right away, but in some cases, such as with individual retirement accounts, taxes can be deferred. A third category, Ng says, is tax-free money. Examples of tax-free investments include municipal bonds, life insurance proceeds and 529 education savings plans. “Your goal should be to shift as much taxable money as possible into the tax-deferred or tax-free categories,” he says. • Acting without enough specialized advice. You might assume one financial advisor could handle all your investment needs. But that’s not necessarily the case, Ng says. The strongest plans usually benefit from multiple specialists. An eldercare attorney could be helpful for those 60 or older. A certified

public accountant could assist you with tax-avoidance strategies. An estate-planning attorney can help minimize estate and inheritance taxes. • Failing to appreciate the longevity risk. Medical advances allow people to live longer, but that creates a problem. Americans today are more likely than previous generations to outlive their money. They also are more

likely to need a nursing home or some other form of long-term care, which can be expensive. “It’s important to ask yourself whether you have enough money to handle expenses for as long as you live,” Ng says. “Do you have enough to cover inflation? To cover long-term care? To cover healthcare?” The sooner people address the longevity risk, he says, the more prepared they

may be to live a rich life. Ng insists there’s still time for those nearing retirement to make amends – at least to some degree – if they haven’t planned for what lies ahead. “I can’t stress this enough,” Ng says. “It’s never too late to formulate a plan. We can’t change the past, so the time to get started is now.”

By Desert Star Staff LOS ANGELES - States that require ignition-interlock devices for all drunk-driving offenders have seen a 15 percent drop in deaths from alcohol-related crashes, according to a new report. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found Driving Under the Influence (DUI) crashes take 11,000 American lives each year. Their report, published in the American Journal of Public Health, recommends more states require the devices for all DUI offenders. California only has a pilot program requiring ignition-interlock devices for five months for firsttime offenders in Tulare, Alameda, Los Angeles, and Sacramento counties.

Frank Harris, director of state government affairs for Mothers Against Drunk Driving, calls the pilot program wildly successful. “They have stopped over 124,000 drunkdriving attempts since July 2010 in California,” says Harris. “And these devices separate drinking from driving as long as they are installed on an offender’s vehicle. So, we know these devices are effective.” But the pilot program expires next year. The State Senate Public Safety Committee is considering a bill on March 29 that would make California the 26th state to require ignition-interlock devices for all offenders. Senate Bill 1046 also allows convicted drunk

drivers to get an ignition interlock in order to avoid a license suspension that could cost them their job. Currently, these drivers have to wait at least 30 days before getting an ignition interlock. Harris says some in the California Department of Motor Vehicles oppose the bill, believing the current system of suspensions to be effective. “By taking away someone’s license, it’s a hope for the best approach,” Harris says. “The DMV and the state government, using hope as a strategy to fight drunk driving, is not going to stop drunk driving.” Harris says he expects the DMV to release its own report on the pilot ignitioninterlock program soon.

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Ignition interlock devices cut drunk-driving deaths by 15 percent, according to a new report. California will soon consider legislation to require them in DUI convictions. (Smart Start)

March of Dimes By Desert Star Staff March for Babies® is March of Dimes’ largest fundraiser and will be taking place on Saturday, May 7 at Rancho Jurupa Park in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County. The 3.5 walk is raising funds to prevent premature birth and birth defects. Each year nearly 4,000,000 babies are born in the United States and March of Dimes touches each one of them. March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Premature birth is the #1 killer of babies in the United

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States. In the U.S., one in ten babies are born too soon. Babies who survive an early birth may have lifelong health problems such as cerebral palsy, vision and hearing loss, and learning disabilities. This year more than 7 million supporters will participate in March for Babies in 650 communities nationwide. The March of Dimes is inviting the community to get involved in this year’s walk by starting a team with co-workers, family, or friends. Registration begins at 8 a.m. on April 23rd for the 9 a.m. walk. Participants can also sign up today at www.marchforbabies.org. March 23, 2016

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FIFA seeks â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tens of millionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in damages from officials By Desert Star Staff FIFA has launched a legal offensive against indicted top officials of the organization, seeking â&#x20AC;&#x153;tens of millionsâ&#x20AC;? in damages. The complaint acknowledges members of the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive committee sold their votes in World Cup hosting contests. The complaint, filed with the US attorneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office in the eastern district of New York, refers to damages allegedly caused by 41 former FIFA officials and other football organizations, who have been indicted in an ongoing investigation by the US Department of Justice. According to the claim, which refers to FIFA as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;victimized institution,â&#x20AC;? indicted executives have accrued more than US$28 million in pay, per diems, travel, and other costs since 2004. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The loss amounts are believed to be at least in the tens of millions of dollars,â&#x20AC;? the document states. The defendants in the case â&#x20AC;&#x153;grossly abused their positions of trust to enrich themselves, while causing significant direct and proximate harm to FIFA,â&#x20AC;? the document continues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They looked for ways to line their own pockets and siphon off opportunities.

They did violence to FIFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s principles, goals and objectives as they promoted their own self-interests and sought to enrich themselves at FIFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and footballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expense.â&#x20AC;? Those sentiments were echoed by Gianni Infantino, the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newly elected president. The officials â&#x20AC;&#x153;abused the positions of trust they held at FIFA and other international football organizations and caused serious and lasting damage to FIFA, its member associations, and the football community,â&#x20AC;? Infantino said in a Wednesday statement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The monies they pocketed belonged to global football and were meant for the development and promotion of the game. FIFA as the world governing body of football wants that money back and we are determined to get it no matter how long it takes,â&#x20AC;? he continued. Infantino went on to state that once the money is recovered, it will be directed back to its original purpose. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These dollars were meant to build football fields, not mansions and pools; to buy football kits, not jewelry and cars; and to fund youth player and coach development, not to

By Desert Star Staff PHOENIX - A Phoenix woman arrested on Saturday as part of a protest against presidential candidate Donald Trump claims officials at the

Maricopa County Jail racially profiled her because she has a Latino surname. Jacinta Gonzalez said an arraignment court judge ordered she be turned over to

underwrite lavish lifestyles for football and sports marketing executives,â&#x20AC;? he said. The complaint specifically acknowledges that FIFA executives previously sold their votes in World Cup hosting contests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is now apparent that multiple members of FIFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Executive Committee abused their positions and sold their votes on multiple occasions,â&#x20AC;? the document reads. The document specifically states that former executive committee members Chuck Blazer, Jack Warner, and

other individuals engineered a $10-million payoff from the South African Football Association in exchange for executive committee votes regarding the 2010 World Cup, which was eventually awarded to South Africa. It goes on to state that bribes were also paid by Morocco in the battle for the 1998 World Cup, which ultimately went to France. The complaint also suggests that votes were sold in elections for the FIFA presidency, and that various football officials had corruptly

profited from the award of media rights to World Cup qualifying matches. FIFA landed in hot water in May 2015, when the US investigation began to reveal widespread corruption within the organization. So far, $190 million in assets have been forfeited by the 41 officials and marketing executives named in the investigation over the past 12 months. A total of $100 million in seizures has also taken place, relating to the defendantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;felonious schemes.â&#x20AC;?

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials, although two white men arrested with her were released. Gonzalez, who is an American citizen, claims in a video statement posted on Sunday that she was not treated equally. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yesterday when we were arrested, I know that the two colleagues I was arrested with were released,â&#x20AC;? said Gonzalez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But because my last name is Gonzalez, I was immediately questioned by ICE and placed on a detainer. After they were let go and were able to go home, I was transferred to immigration custody.â&#x20AC;?

Gonzalez, a field organizer for the Latino rights group Mijente, said she was arrested after she chained herself to a vehicle to block traffic headed to a Trump political rally. She was charged with blocking a public thoroughfare. A spokesman for the Maricopa County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office could not confirm details of her arrest and detention, but said everyone booked into the jail is routinely interview by ICE. Gonzales said she was part of a multiracial coalition of activists peacefully protesting the Trump rally, angry over the candidateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stance against immigrants.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The same words that Trump says over and over are starting to get into our state legislatures,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arizona, Georgia, Louisiana, Pennsylvania - all of these states are seeing anti-immigrant bills, like SB 1070 so many years back, just because Trump is opening up that space.â&#x20AC;? The Maricopa County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office and Sheriff Joe Arpaio are under a federal court order to refrain from racial profiling after rights groups filed suit over immigration raids by the sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Arpaio has endorsed Trump for president.

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Prom 101: Three Fun Facts for the Big Dance By Desert Star Staff If you remember your own prom like it was yesterday, you may be surprised to learn that kids today are celebrating the big dance differently these days. Here are three major ways the big dance has changed: • Teens are no longer simply asking their dates to attend the dance with them. Elaborate “promposals” include airplane banner fly-overs and giant duct tape posters. • Last year, the average household spent $918 on

prom, a price tag that’s skyrocketed over the years. Girls are typically spending around $449 between a dress, accessories, professional hair and nails, etc. And while guys generally spend less, they’re still shelling out an average of $282 on prom-related expenses. • With a look toward college, which has increased in cost by 40 percent in the last decade, many teens are finding creative ways to save on prom expenses, such as wearing Duck Tape. The Duck brand Stuck at

Prom Scholarship Contest encourages creative promgoers to design their own Duck Tape prom wear for the chance to win college scholarships. Annually, the contest offers more than $50,000 in scholarship dollars and has attracted more than 7,000 entrants over the last 15 years. For more information about the contest, visit www.stuckatprom.com. While much has changed about prom, music, dancing and lifelong memories are still essential parts of the fun. StatePoint

Prom Price Tag: Rising Costs of the Big Dance past -- especially when it comes to cost. Going to the prom can put a fairly large dent in one’s wallet. In fact, the average family with a teenager spends nearly a thousand dollars on the dance, according to a recent prom spending survey by Visa. Take a look at the budget breakdown below.

By Desert Star Staff Prom is a time-honored tradition and a rite of passage for teens. Originally inspired by graduation celebrations and

debutante balls, prom today is now an extravagant, defining moment in a teenager’s life, and bears little resemblance to the promenades of the

By Desert Star Staff The face of marriage is changing and so are the ways couples are choosing to celebrate the occasion. For example, more couples who already have children are celebrating not just their union to each other, but their official union as a family, and the number of same sex married couples has doubled since 2012, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. “The way people think about weddings has changed dramatically in the last decade, and we have to evolve with those changes,” says Nelson Tejeda, senior vice president and chief merchandising officer of Things Remembered, a leading retailer of personalized gifts.

With 50 years of experience providing personalized wedding gifts and accessories, the experts at Things Remembered have witnessed a lot of transformations through the years. They are sharing a few insights into today’s top contemporary wedding trends. Rethinking Setting: Many brides are thinking outside the box when it comes to wedding décor. While formal venues with regal place settings once ruled the day; a great portion of weddings now have a chic rustic feel. Receptions are taking place in barns with exposed rafters, on ranches and in lodges. Elements like placards on simple beige cardstock, burlap table runners and place mats, and rustic drinkware

Fashion First When proms first became common, teens were

Cut Costs, Save for College The steep cost of prom night is leading teens to look at alternatives to traditional prom practices. One way high schoolers are saving is by ditching typical outfits and making their own. One creative example is Duck Tape

prom wear. The Duck brand Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest annually offers more than $50,000 in scholarship dollars to creative prom-goers who craft DIY prom fashions. Over the last 15 years, the contest has attracted more than 7,000 entrants seeking the top prize of $10,000 each in college scholarships. So, in addition to recouping your prom investment --- the scholarship can help offset the skyrocketing cost of college, which has increased by 40 percent in the last decade! For more information about the contest, visit www.stuckatprom.com. Carpooling with a big group, asking a family member to take pictures with a nice camera and creating DIY flowers (i.e. Duck Tape roses) are all ways to add a personal touch to prom, and they cost significantly less than the usual limos, professional photographers and flowers. Setting a budget and looking for opportunities to save money can ensure prom is an amazing night that doesn’t break the bank. (StatePoint)

like personalized craft beer glasses and mason jars give receptions a warm, cozy feel. Additionally, many couples are choosing to celebrate with a tighter knit group of friends and family in far-flung locations. “Destination weddings give couples an opportunity to spend more on each guest,” says Tejeda. “Rather than a typical wedding favor, guests may expect to receive hotel care packages with high-end toiletries and personalized gifts, like waffle weave robes or monogrammed cosmetic cases.” Building Your Home: With so many people living together before marriage, most couples already have the basics they need when it comes to entertaining and keeping the

house in order. Registries today are an opportunity to upgrade your current assortment of household goods. “Couples are crafting their own monograms. They incorporate them throughout their wedding, from their invitations to their websites and place settings. Then, after the wedding, they use them to personalize their home décor,” says Tejeda. “Monogrammed cutting boards, towels and wall art have become increasingly popular in recent years.” Craft Cocktails: Beyond the standard bar offerings, signature drinks set a tone for the reception and add a bit of personalized cheer. “Engraved glasses that include the cocktail recipe are becoming a popular wedding

keepsake that can be used on anniversaries and future parties, completing the couple’s home bar,” says Tejeda. Similarly, personalized wedding flutes by Lennox, Wedgwood and Waterford are lending toasts extra meaning while helping couples build their drinkware collection. For more inspiration on ways to personalize your wedding, visit ThingsRemembered. com/Weddings. Whether you’re engaged and planning your big day, or you have some weddings on your calendar this year and want to know what to expect, being familiar with contemporary trends can be helpful on everything from picking a gift to choosing décor. StatePoint

“The Promposal” Just as significant as the dance itself, the new “promposal” trend is an elaborate -- and often public -- way that teens ask someone to prom. Teens are spending about one third of their overall prom costs on it, totaling around $324, according to the Visa survey. What are some popular promposal tactics? Spelling “prom” with pepperonis on pizza, airplane banner flyovers, giant duct tape posters and the jumbotron at a sporting event are just a few ways teens are “popping the question.”

encouraged to wear their “Sunday best” -- implying that they wear a nice dress or suit that they already owned. Not so anymore. For girls, going to prom is all about the dress, and finding the perfect one at the right price is no easy task. In 2012, girls surveyed by Seventeen magazine said they planned to spend $231 on average for a dress, $45 on shoes, $23 on a handbag, $32 on jewelry and $118 on hair, nails and makeup combined. While guys typically spend less on prom clothing and accessories, they’re still shelling out heavy cash to arrive in style. Guys spent on average $127 for a tuxedo, $20 on a corsage for their dates, and $100 on other accessories, according to research from USA Today.

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“Just for the Health of it!”

By Desert Star Staff Palm Desert, CA. -Desert CrossFit of Palm Desert will host the “Just for the Health of it!” Wellness Fair benefitting SafeHouse of the Desert on Saturday, March 26, from 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome... including pets! Admission is Free. Cheryl Cohen, Desert CrossFit Founder, Owner and Head Coach, is very proud to host the Wellness Fair for a second year, “The goal of this event is to connect with and serve our community, as well as provide awareness of local

services that benefit daily living and support vibrant health. I want to help people live life to the fullest--in body, mind and spirit! This unique event not only focuses on wellness for people, but animals as well.” The Wellness Fair will feature excellent vendors from all over the Coachella Valley as well as a raffle with great prizes. All proceeds from the raffle will be donated to SafeHouse of the Desert, a 24-hour emergency shelter that serves local runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth. Kathy McAdara, Executive Director of SafeHouse greatly

appreciates the support, “We are so thankful to Cheryl and Desert CrossFit for choosing SafeHouse of the Desert to be the charitable recipient for the wellness fair. Physical and mental health awareness is something we encourage our youth to work on every day. Our shelter depends on partners like Desert CrossFit for community donations and support to work and keep our valley youth healthy and safe.” The event, co-sponsored by Clark’s Nutrition & Natural Foods Market in Rancho Mirage, brings over 20 local health and wellness oriented

service providers together in one place. It is a wonderful opportunity for members of our community to have fun and learn how to build a great foundation for a healthy, vibrant life. For a complete list of participating partners and for more information please visit www.DesertCrossFit. com or call 760-779-8880. Desert CrossFit is located at: 73605 Dinah Shore #1400N, Palm Desert. From Dinah Shore Dr. (east of Monterey Ave.) turn onto Leilani Way and turn left in the cul de sac. Free parking.

These are the 30 happiest countries in the world

By Desert Star Staff For the fourth time, the United Nations submitted the World Happiness Report. The report examines how happy the countries of the world are. 2015 landed in Switzerland at No. 1, a new nation secured the top spot this year. The happiest country in the world: Denmark. Looking at the top ten happiest countries in the world, one gets the impression that happiness is especially based in Europe. With Denmark at No. 1, the number 2 exchanges with Switzerland, the positions, Iceland, Norway and Finland ended up on the front five seats exclusively European nations. The Netherlands (7th) and Sweden (10th) made it into the top ten of the World Happiness Report 2016, which was presented on Wednesday in Rome and based on a study of the Earth Institute at Columbia University. The first non-European nation in ranking Canada ranked 6th, Germany emerged only at No. 16, still behind countries like Costa Rica or Puerto Rico. However, the Germans compared to the last study have made a big leap upward. In World Happiness Report 2015 Germany landed at rank 26th. At the bottom of the ranking next to Afghanistan and www.desertstarweekly.com

Syria, especially African nations, which is less surprising? Burundi landed in last place. The way happiness is measured Important factors in the measurement of happiness include the perceived happiness, perceived freedom to determine his or her own life, the personal perception of corruption and generosity in a country as well as income, life expectancy and the available social network. This dissipative gets each

country a number of points. The more points, the higher the position in the ranking. So, Denmark achieved this year 7526 points - Single facilitated 17 points more than Switzerland at No. 2. In comparison to the last placed but this is more than 2.5 times. The Top 30 of the World Happiness Report 2016 1. Denmark (7526) 2. Switzerland (7509) 3. Iceland (7501) 4. Norway (7498) 5. Finland (7413)

6. Canada (7404) 7. The Netherlands (7339) 8. New Zealand (7334) 9. Australia (7313) 10. Sweden (7291) 11. Israel (7267) 12. Austria (7119) 13 USA (7104) 14. Costa Rica (7087) 15. Puerto Rico (7039) 16 Germany (6994) 17. Brazil (6952) 18. Belgium (6929) 19. Ireland (6907) 20. Luxembourg (6871) 21 Mexico (6778) 22. Singapore (6739) 23. United Kingdom (6725) 24. Chile (6705) 25. Panama (6701) 26. Argentina (6650) 27. Czech Republic (6596) 28 United Arab Emirates (6573) 29. Uruguay (6545) 30. Malta (6488) The bottom of the World Happiness Report 148. Madagascar (3695) 149. Tanzania (3666) 150. Liberia (3622) 151. Guinea (3607) 152. Rwanda (3515) 153. Benin (3484) 154. Afghanistan (3360) 155. Togo (3303) 156. Syria (3069) 157. Burundi (2905

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Living Desert 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Info: www.livingdesert. org; (760) 346-5694 College of the Desert Street Fair Sat 7-2pm & Sundays 7-12pm More Info. 760.636.7957 Weekly Live Entertainment Nightly Mastro’s Stekhouse 73405 El Paseo 760-6777 Red’s Rock Star Karaoke: Every Thursday night from 9pm to 1:30am. For more information, go to schmidystavern.com Rent-Fall Musical @ COD 43500 Monterey (760) 7732574 Daily Camel Rides at the Living Desert 47900 Portola Ave. 760-346-5694 El Paseo Cruise Night 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 3:15-6 p.m. For more information, call 760-346-8965 or go to elpaseocruisenight.com. Continued on page 18

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MARCH 23 – 30, 2016 ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST BY RISA D’ANGELES

shows that your intuition (Pallas Athena in Aquarius) is very active and willing to bring forth synthesis. Ask more, wait for subtle quiet answers. Take time off.

Focus on serving others and not on anything else. Past abilities and gifts emerge Sometimes it’s hard to do our in your daily life. There are work with concentration and many and they are good. dedication. However, if we have Wounds go into hiding, an intention to do something secreting away for awhile. Tend in a certain way, like focusing with mindfulness on all daily CANCER on our intention to serve, then tasks especially if traveling. it becomes easier. What you Responsibilities increase as the If you are experiencing will receive by doing this is month unfolds. Love increases inflammation and pain, know a clear and grounded sense too. Find Taurus people. Sit and that of Turmeric is an antiof self. That wound that’s talk with them. They comfort inflammatory. Preparing and hurting will step aside. And you. Careful with money. Be eating East Indian (or ayurvedic) clarity of vision and purpose prudent with money while also foods are best for healing emerge. You need all of these. constantly tithing and sharing. and digestion. Indian spices LIBRA have health benefits: cayenne TAURUS for warmth; coriander, also for inflammation, contains In your daily life you’ve In these present times, when magnesium; cumin aids become prudent, disciplined, a reorientation is occurring, in digestion; chiles have focused, reliable, industrious, when our world as we know it Vitamin C. Dry roast spices serious, reserved, patient and may one day slow to a halt and first then sizzle them in ghee persevering. You’ve taken on how we’ve lived isn’t available (clarified butter). These are more and more responsibilities anymore, you are very aware nurturing North Node in Virgo, and some Librans are assuming of how to prepare for life on Mars in Sag health tips. a healing role. Perhaps you are the edge, life without comforts, the one in need of healing? Do and still maintain the Art of LEO not allow any type of insecurity Living. Continue with research or inhibitions to limit you. on what makes life livable. It’s Tending to self is your Easter Think these through. Be only time to gather the materials season task. How is your with those who cared for and for a greenhouse. Old wood relationship with family? Is there support you. Where everyone framed glass windows will do. contact, communication and sees you as perfect. Mother emotional support? It seems always said you were (perfect). GEMINI many things from the past SCORPIO remain behind the scenes, Home and work simultaneously somewhat hidden away. You call you to. And in both places can no longer stay hidden. There’s a brilliant new state you must do your very focused You are Vesta now, the light of creativity flowing through best. Two directions imply of life for others. Vesta is the you. Music, very important a here and an “over there found object of self. I suggest at this time, must be in your ness,” - an opposition. Which this yearly to different signs. environments at all times. creates at first much resistance. Create a Vesta treasure box. Travel, study, things cultural, Then, later, acceptance and It becomes your art form. sculpting, hiking, horse tending a blending of the two. How and/or riding, seeking your VIRGO can this occur? The astrology next out of body experience,

Coachella Valley’s Easter Eggstravaganza KMIR News Staff COACHELLA, Ca. -Put all your eggs in one basket this year at the Desert’s Recreational District annual Easter Eggstravaganza. This event will take place Saturday, March 26th, 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Park. Registration

for the free egg hunt activities will begin at 10 a.m. Kids between the ages of 0-12 will be split by age into three different Easter egg hunting groups, so that everyone has a chance to hunt for their egg-straordinary goodies. “We will also have face

are past gifts you can again cultivate. Tend to mundane tasks carefully and bless the details. Blessings create new and deeper awareness.

SAGITTARIUS Home, for so long in a state of here and not here, now assumes a more defined reality. Bring in bright colors, plants, bowls of fish, art, lights and a flash of neon. They create the style you seek. Home is your sangha (refuge), sanctuary and retreat. Try not be at odds with anyone and do tend to all tasks with constancy and care. You now expand your new identity, growth and development.

CAPRICORN The tension and pressure you’re feeling can be used creatively. Know that a selftransformation is slowly coming your way. Cooperation is available from everyone. Teaching others to cooperate nurtures them and you. Everyone sees you as someone of great value, providing you with the courage needed that transforms all situations. You answer to needs. You are the harmony after the conflict.

be used to safeguard your future, work and family. Invest with others in land, consider building an agrarian community. Assess the world situation and be the first to communicate what you see. A new world is coming. You will play a major part in its establishment.

PISCES Is your daily life feeling somewhat shrouded in a mist? Can you assess your present daily needs and priorities? You want to be practical while initiating new goals. Relationships are expanding. How will this affect your life? Do you think about serving others? Serving is a Virgo task, your hidden sign. The Tibetan says, “Out of duty, perfectly performed, will emerge those larger duties which we call world work.” Always the world calls to you. Risa D’Angeles is the founder and director of the Esoteric & Astrological Studies Research Institute: Risa’s Esoteric Astrology. She can be reached at risagoodwill@gmail.com.

AQUARIUS It’s important to secure your money and not use it indiscriminately. It’s also important to share it with those in need. Your money should

painting, potato sack races and other family festival type activities,” said Noelle Furon, public information and marketing officer for Desert Recreational District. Source KMIR

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Raymond Moore Steps Down as CEO of the BNP Paribas Open By Desert Star Staff By KMIR News Staff INDIAN WELLS, Ca. -Raymond Moore has stepped down from his position as CEO and tournament director of the BNP Paribas. This in the wake of controversial comments made by Moore before yesterday’s final. BNP Paribas public relations director Matt Van Tuinen released the following statement. “Earlier today I had the opportunity to speak with Raymond Moore,” said BNP Paribas Open Owner, Larry Ellison. “Ray let me know

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that he has decided to step down from his roles as CEO and Tournament Director effective immediately. I fully understand his decision.” “Nearly half a century ago, Billie Jean King began her historic campaign for the equal treatment of women in tennis. What followed is an ongoing, multi-generational, progressive movement to treat women and men in sports equally. Thanks to the leadership of Billie Jean, Martina Navratilova, Venus Williams, Serena Williams and so many other great women athletes, an important measure of success has already been achieved. I’m proud to say

that it is now a decade long tradition at our tournament at Indian Wells, and all the major tennis tournaments, to pay equal prize money to both the women and the men.” “I would like to personally thank all the great women athletes who fought so hard for so many years in the pursuit of equal prize money in professional tennis. And I’d like to congratulate them on their success. All of us here at the BNP Paribas Open promise to continue working with everyone to make tennis a better sport for everybody,” concluded Ellison. Source KMIR March 23, 2016

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Gelsons comes to the (dog) rescue

Images provided by Loving All Animals/Janet McAfee By Pam Price Thanks to the quick thinking on the part of Loving All Animals based in Palm Desert, CA a Pet Adoption Weekend took place at the new Gelson’s Rancho Mirage on March 19th from 11 am to 2 pm. The well-choreographed event featuring seven wellgroomed dogs, such as Lexi and Riley seeking adoption attracted a nonstop crowd. Now that Loving All Animals is a ‘pet partner’ with Gelsons, this rescue event,

the first ever bringing Gelsons and Loving All Animals together was an overwhelming success with two adoptions within in the first hour. This popular pet event attracted a steady flow of prospective pet friendly parents as Loving All Animals volunteers answered questions about the seven adorable dogs seeking their “ forever” home. Visitors had plenty to peruse and take home. On display were copies of Desert Pet Companion, a local pet friendly publication

with tips on pet care and Loving All Animals array of pet support information. Gelsons’ Pet Gazette, Winter 2016 edition with a listing of shelters from Santa Barbara to Riverside County was one of many perks for visitors, along with Gelson’s logo red pot holders, shopping list tablets, pens, address books, heart shaped silver picture frames ( for your pets) and clever dispensers for plastic pet size potty bags. But the real treat for pet owners can be

found on aisle 4, dedicated to wholesome and healthy pet products. During the three hour ‘rescue event Gelson’s graciously furnished an assortment of freshly made sandwiches for the volunteer crew along with $5 and $10 discount coupon for Gelson’s shoppers. According to Geslon’s Pet Gazette “Gelson’s is proud to have found homes for more than 450 displaced dogs and cats .”Those interested in further information email, pets@gelsons.com. Find out more about future Pet Adoption events

at lovingallanimals.org and check with Gelson’s for the latest events supporting their “love, give, support, adopt” commitment at pets@gelsons.com Gelson’s and Loving All Animals will continue their popular adoption event at Gelson’s in Rancho Mirage in April. It promises to be another pet perfect rescue project bringing pets in need and new parents together. Pam Price is a Commissioner on the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission

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Apple Announces New 4-Inch iPhone SE Starting at $399 Apple today announced the iPhone SE, a new 4-inch iPhone that boasts many of the same features as the company’s larger iPhone 6s.

The iPhone SE features the A9 chip and the same embedded M9 motion coprocessor as Apple’s flagship 4.7-inch phone, for double the CPU performance of the iPhone 5s, which was Apple’s last 4-inch handset. The new phone also packs the same graphics capabilities of the larger iPhone 6s, meaning it has three times faster GPU performance compared to the iPhone 5s. The iPhone SE features Apple’s latest 12-megapixel rear-facing iSight camera. Thanks to the improved camera, 63-megapixel panoramas can be captured and 4K video at 30 FPS is

supported. The new handset also features a 1.2-megapixel front-facing FaceTime camera with a True Tone Retina Flash feature that lights up the display of the iPhone significantly more than usual, just before a photo is captured. The iPhone SE features faster LTE and 802.11ac Wi-Fi at up to 150 Mbps and 433 Mbps respectively. The device supports up to 19 LTE bands and also comes with iOS 9.3, Apple Pay, VoLTE, Wi-Fi calling, new microphones, Live Photos support, alwayson “Hey Siri” voice activation, and improved battery life. The iPhone SE will be available to order from March

24 and begin shipping on March 31. First wave launch countries include the United States, Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Prices begin at $399 for the 16GB version, while the 64GB version will cost $499. A two-year contract is free for the 16GB version and financing starts at $17/month for the same model. Four colors are available with matte chamfered edges: Silver, Gold, Space Gray, and Rose Gold. The new iPhone SE will be available in over 100 countries by the end of May.

Apple Announces 9.7-Inch iPad Pro with Apple Pencil Support

By Desert Star Staff Apple today announced a new iPad in the iPad Pro family, debuting the 9.7inch iPad Pro with all of the features of the existing 12.9-inch iPad Pro, including the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard support. The 9.7inch iPad Pro even has a few improved features over the 12.9-inch version, including a True Tone display and better rear and front-facing cameras. “iPad Pro is a new generation of iPad that is indispensable and immersive, enabling people to be more productive and more creative. It’s incredibly fast, extremely portable, and completely natural to use with your fingers, Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard. And now it comes in two sizes,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “The 9.7-inch iPad Pro has a new Retina display with True Tone technology, four-speaker audio system, blazing fast A9X chip,

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12-megapixel iSight camera, 5-megapixel FaceTime HD camera, faster wireless, and support for Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard. It is the ultimate upgrade for existing iPad users and replacement for PC users.” Described by Apple’s marketing chief Phil Schiller as “the ultimate PC replacement,” the 9.7-inch iPad Pro uses the same display components as the 12.9-inch iPad Pro -- custom timing controller, photo alignment, and oxide TFT -- resulting in a display that’s 40 percent less reflective and 25 percent brighter than the display in the iPad Air 2. It also has a wider color gamut with 25 percent greater color saturation for more vivid colors. Like the 12.9inch iPad Pro, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro’s display includes support for the Apple Pencil. Unique to the 9.7inch iPad Pro is a True Tone display that uses four-channel ambient light

sensors to measure the color temperature of the ambient environment, changing the temperature of the tablet’s display to match. The feature goes hand-in-hand with Night Shift, the blue light reduction mode in iOS 9.3. Measuring in at 6.1mm, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro weighs less than a pound. Design wise, it looks like a smaller 12.9-inch iPad Pro, with four speakers for improved audio and a Smart Connector for use with accessories like the new Smart Keyboard. Inside, there’s an A9X chip that offers incredible performance and a long battery life, plus there’s support for 802.11ac WiFi With MIMO technology, faster LTE advanced, and the Apple SIM to connect to LTE networks while traveling. The 9.7-inch iPad Pro has an improved 12-megapixel camera, with Focus Pixels for faster focusing, a better image signal processor, advanced noise reduction, and better face detection. It’s the same March 23, 2016

camera used in the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus, with support for 5K video, 63-megapixel panoramas, and Live Photos. There’s also a rear-facing flash, the first flash included in an iPad. Apple has also improved the frontfacing camera, introducing a 5-megapixel FaceTime HD camera with a frontfacing Retina Flash feature. The new 9.7-inch iPad Pro comes in four colors: Silver, Gold, Space Gray and Rose Gold. Pricing starts at $599 for 32GB of storage, with 128GB and a new 256GB option available for $749 and $899, respectively. Cellular models are also available in 32GB ($729), 128GB ($879), and 256GB ($1,029) configurations. The 32 GB Wi-Fi variation starts at $599, while the 128 GB and 256 GB Wi-Fi variations are priced at $749 and $899, respectively. It’ll be available for pre-order

on March 24. Additionally, Apple announced that the 12-inch iPad Pro will be available in a larger 256 GB variation for $1,099. The 9.7-inch iPad Pro will be available to order beginning Thursday, March 24, from Apple.com, and in Apple’s retail stores, through select carriers and Apple Authorized Resellers on Thursday, March 31, in Australia, Canada, China (Wi-Fi models only), France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Singapore, the UK, US Virgin Islands and the US. The Apple Pencil for the 9.7-inch iPad Pro continues to be available for $99. The Smart Keyboard designed for the smaller tablet is priced at $149. Apple is continuing to sell the 9.7-inch iPad Air 2, dropping the price to $399, and the company has added a new 12.9-inch iPad with 256GB of storage for $1,229.

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FILM Oscar & Box Office Gold on DVD BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

Stephen Louis Grush and Rebecca Pidgeon. Photo by Michael Lamont. Three films were in tight contention for the Best Picture Oscar this year: “The Revenant,” “ The Big Short” and “Spotlight” --and the Oscar went to “Spotlight” which is now available on DVD. The film also took home the golden statuette for Original Screenplay by Josh Singer and

Tom McCarthy and garnered the SAG award for ensemble acting. If you haven’t seen this fine motion picture yet, now is your chance to buy or rent it. When the first hint of sexual abuse by a Catholic priest first surfaced in Boston in 1976, only a slight mention appeared in The Boston Globe. After

that the issue went dormant until a doggedly determined lawyer, Mitch Garabedian (Stanley Tucci) once again tried to alert the public to the terrible sexual abuse that was still ongoing, unpunished. And unrecognized. No one wanted to challenge the Church hierarchy. While such behavior

was not condoned, the Church leadership was determined to keep the problem out of the public eye and the legal system, handling the situation by placing pedophile priests on sick leave or moving them to a different parish far from Boston where they could keep an eye on them in order to prevent further abuse and potential scandal. In 2001, Marty Barron (Liev Schreiber) became the first Jewish editor of The Boston Globe. When the abuse issue came to his attention, he assigned the “Spotlight” team of reporters to investigate the allegations. At first, the paper was reluctant to pursue the story, since Boston is predominantly a Catholic city and they didn’t want to alienate the majority of their readers. It was only after they began to conduct their investigation that they realized how widespread the scandal actually was. The Spotlight investigative team was headed by Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo

(nominated for Best Supporting Actor), Rachel McAdams (nominated for Best Supporting Actress) and John Slattery, who plays Ben Bradley, Jr. This film is a must see, but it will prove particularly enlightening for anyone planning to pursue a career in journalism. It is fascinating to see how the reporters worked together to uncover all the facts needed to bring this terrible abuse issue to the public. “Spotlight” bonus features: “Uncovering the Truth: A Spotlight Team Roundtable,” “ Spotlight: A Look Inside” and “The State of Journalism.” From Universal Studios, rated R. Attention “Star Wars” fans. I have great news for you. On April 1st “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” will be available on Blu-ray and DVD this is no April Fools joke--it’s absolutely true. Now you will be able to see the movie as often as you like and the DVD will be filled with added bonus materials.

Paribas Tennis Championship Final! Story and Photos by Pat Krause The BNP Paribas Tennis Championship is over for another year. 2016 saw Novak Djokovic win for the 5th time here, which was an unprecedented feat. Victoria Azarenka won the Women’s Title. She had won here before too in 2012. Both were at the top of their game. This tournament pays the Victoria Azarenka with Trophy. Photo by Pat Krause same for both men and women and each winner took which gave her the edge in home $1,028,300 that is a big the match. Maybe emotions payday. Finalists get $501,815 ran high for Williams to be in that is still a lot of money. the finals after 15 years when Djokovic easily beat she won amid controversy Milos Raonic from Canada. with the crowds. Williams Canadians cheered Raonic became emotional when she on but his big serves that get thanked the crowd for all the upwards of 140 miles per support for her and her sister hour did not stop the number Venus. Azarenka also thanked one seed, Djokovic. I thought Williams for all she has done Raonic might give Djokovic a for Tennis and plans to be run for his money but it was back here again next year. a big loss for Raonic at 6-2, Record crowds filled the 6-0. Maybe nerves played stadiums. So many upgrades a part in Raonic’s loss, as it again this year to benefit the must have been intimidating fans and the players. More to play in the finals against the and better seating, vendors, top tennis player in the world. bathrooms, ease of getting Serena Williams never around, more TVs and more found her game as Victoria ambiance. There are plans to Azarenka beat Williams in two make it even better next year sets, 6-4,6-4. Azarenka broke and in the years to come. Williams serves many times, Djokovic said this tournament www.desertstarweekly.com

Winner Novak Djokovic with trophy. Photo by Pat Krause should be ranked much higher in the tennis world.

winner Victoria Azarenka with Serena Williams. Photo by Pat Krause

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Obama, Raul Castro speak after historic meeting in Cuba

Cuban President Raul Castro and US President Barack Obama spoke to the public after their first meeting on the island. The two leaders announced the signing of several agreements to increase cooperation and economic investment between their countries. The two countries have already signed agreements to re-establish postal traffic and commercial flights, Castro said, and signed two memoranda of understanding on environment and sea navigation. Talks are under way on agricultural cooperation, as well as jointly battling narcotics trade, infectious diseases such as Zika, and cancer. “Much more could be done if the US blockade were to be lifted,” Castro said, calling the Obama administration’s most recent measures “positive but insufficient.” Castro also repeated the long-standing Cuban request for the US to return the “territory illegally occupied by the Guantanamo naval base” before normal relations could be re-established. “There are profound differences between our countries that will not go away,” Castro said, adding that the US and Cuba should be able to coexist “in a civilized manner.” “This is a new day between our two countries,” said Obama in English and Spanish, thanking his Cuban hosts for their hospitality. He also thanked

Pope Francis for helping mediate the thaw between the US and Cuba. “We have half a century of work to catch up on,” Obama said. “Cuba’s destiny will not be decided by the US or any other nation. The future of Cuba will be decided by Cubans, not by anybody else.” “This is a new day between our two countries,” said Obama in English and Spanish, thanking his Cuban hosts for their hospitality. He also thanked Pope Francis for helping mediate the thaw between the US and Cuba. “We have half a century of work to catch up on,” Obama said. “Cuba’s destiny will not be decided by the US or any other nation. The future of Cuba will be decided by Cubans, not by anybody else.” Obstacles have been removed for US commercial flights and cruise ships visiting the island, and the use of US dollars in Cuba, Obama said. The US is also opening grants and scholarships to Cuban students, and offering English-language training to teachers. “Fortunately, we don’t have to swim with sharks to achieve the goals that you and I have set forth,” Obama said, referencing Castro’s earlier remark of a US swimmer who made the crossing without a shark cage. Cuba has been invited to the regional energy summit this summer in Washington.

By Carlos Herrera A local non-profit organized a memorial at the Palm Springs Pavilion to celebrate and honor the life of George Zander. It was a day to honor one of the valley’s most inspirational human rights activist. “He worked for equality his whole life and dedicated his life to making other people’s lives,” Chris, George Zander’s husband said. Hundreds attended the event in Palm Springs to seek closure in the death of their local hero. Back in December, Zander passed away six weeks after he

Paul stepped into my life and overnight and became my guiding light,” Zander’s friend Angel Lee said. The Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus also dedicated Zander a song. “All of us came from all over the world and we are living in this place that we call our home and the legacy of George lives in all of us,” president of the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus David Sanchez said. According to some, Zander had a passion for helping and his husband were attacked those in need, especially here in an incident that police in the valley, where he did investigated as a hate crime. for more than twenty years. But, according to officials, Those who received his help his exact cause of death they are forever grateful. “He remains unknown. Zander was 71-years-old. “He was a true was a father to many of us, he leader in Palm Springs, there’s found me when I was broken, a lot of people who talk the talk, I didn’t know anyone I didn’t but when it came to walking the have anyone here,” Lee said. The Palm Springs Gay walk, that’s what he did,” Palm Men’s Chorus will be renaming Springs Mayor Rob Moon said. it’s gay-straight alliances grant Hugs and condolences program to the George Zander poured for Zander’s husband Memorial Anti-Bullying Fund. He Chris. Many took to the will also be getting a star on the stand to share how George Palm Springs Walk of Stars on Zander had impacted their Tuesday April 5th. Source KMIR lives. “George, Antonio and

The next US-Cuban human rights dialogue will be in Havana, later this year. “We are moving forward and not looking backwards,” Obama said in response to a question about political differences with Havana. “We don’t view Cuba as a threat to the United States.” “I personally would not disagree” with Castro’s argument that education, healthcare and security in old age are also human rights, Obama added. Castro deflected a question about his preference for Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump. “I cannot vote in the United States,” he said, to chuckles from the press corps. His demeanor hardened when he addressed a US journalist’s query about political prisoners in Cuba. “Give me a list of political

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prisoners, or even just a name,” Castro said, “and they will be released by the evening.” Congress would have to repeal the law putting the embargo in place, Obama explained in response to a Cuban journalist. “The list of thinks that we can do administratively is growing shorter, and the bulk of changes that need to be made in respect to the embargo will now depend on Congress,” he said. “The embargo is going to end,” Obama said, but would not give a timeline, noting that it will depend on many factors. Obama added that the speed with which Congress would act to remove the blockade directly depended on Cuban “progress” on human rights. “We can’t force change on any particular country. Ultimately, it has to come

from within,” he said. “Human rights issues should not be politicized,” Castro said, adding that Cuba complies with 47 out of 61 international human rights instruments, and no country complies with them all. In Cuba, healthcare and education are considered human rights, as well as equal pay for equal work to men and women, he said. Obama arrived in Havana on Sunday, in the first visit to Cuba by a sitting US president in 88 years. “I’ve come to Havana to extend the hand of friendship to the Cuban people. I’m here to bury the last vestige of the Cold War in the Americas and to forge a new era of understanding to help improve the daily lives of the Cuban people,” Obama said in a statement earlier on Monday.

Family Health & Safety Festival

By KMIR News Staff PALM DESERT, Ca. -McGruff, the crime fighting police dog, was joined with friends like Recycle Binny and the American Red Cross this weekend at the Family Health and Safety Festival. This event was held at the Palm Desert Civic Center Park on Saturday. The purpose of the event was to bring awareness to the community about preventable injuries within the home and on the road. This was a free event to encourage families to utilize the services and organizations within our community. Activities included face painting, bicycle rodeos, demonstrations by the Palm

Desert Police K-9, Red Dragon Karate and Gymnastics by the Desert Recreational District. Parents were even encouraged to bring their kid’s bicycles’ out so that they could participate in the bicycle rodeo. Over 20 different organizations participated in the festivities. Palm Desert Police distributed helmets to families in need alongside certified technicians whom provided car seat inspections to ensure children were being properly fitted in the car. Big thanks to The Palm Desert Police Department and the City of Palm Desert for coming together to bring awareness to our community! Source KMIR www.desertstarweekly.com

Hints for Tackling Tough Household Chores

By Desert Star Staff A long to-do list can seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to. A few strategies can help you be more productive and get tough household chores tackled in record time. Organize As You Go: The longer you leave certain organizational chores to build up, the more overwhelming they can be to complete. A few key organizational systems can help you stay on top of things. For example, try getting yourself in the habit of sorting mail as soon as you walk through the door. It’s satisfying to check off an item on your to-do list and this is low hanging fruit. Streamline mail received by signing up for paperless electronic banking and removing your name from unwanted mailing lists. Reduce clutter by spending just five minutes each evening before bed putting things back where they belong. A shoe rack by the foyer, a big bin for kids’ toys -- simple solutions such as these can help you

consolidate mess and make the entire home feel cleaner. Simplify Laundry: Did you know that different stains require different cleaning agents? For example, milk and grass stains require enzyme cleaners, while ink or wine stains require peroxides. Of course, clothes need brighteners and detergents to come out looking their best. Many laundry boosters don’t contain all of these stain fighters. You can save time -- and extend the life of your clothes -- by choosing a cleaner that can tackle multiple types of stains. For example, Biz has more stain fighters than other brands, while also brightening clothes. Stained clothing should be pre-treated with a tough, multifaceted solution. Rub in pretreatment gently and wait three to five minutes. Don’t allow it to dry on the fabric. While it’s working its magic, multitask -- fold laundry, iron a garment or complete another simple chore. If a garment needs

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MUSIC Music aplenty courtesy of new album and DVD titles BY ROBERT KINSLER

Majestic returns from modern-day guitar hero Joe Bonamassa and Southern hard rocker 3 Doors Down, as well as the release of a wonderful tribute to George Harrison and enthralling documentary about ‘80s hard rock hit makers Twisted Sister are among a parade of fantastic new releases available. Also worth discovering is an unreleased collection of outstanding recordings from the late Jeff Healey and the debut album from powerpop trio Yorktown Lads.

Artists: Brian Wilson, Cold War Kids, Dhani Harrison, Norah Jones, Ben Harper, more Title: George Fest: A Night to Celebrate the Music of George Harrison (Universal Music) You might like if you enjoy: Ann Wilson, Ian Astbury, Brian Wilson, George Harrison Tell me more: On Sept. 28, 2014, a diverse and potent line-up of musicians gathered at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles for “George Fest,” a night to celebrate the music of George Harrison. Now that once-in-a-lifetime concert event is available as a deluxe edition with the complete audio recording featured on two audio CDs and the concert film itself on a DVD. Many of the performances are faithful to Harrison’s iconic recordings, including a stunning “I Me Mine” (featuring Brett Daniel of Spoon), “I Got My Mind Set On You” (with the Killers’ Brandon Flowers on lead vocals) and a shining take on the Traveling Wilburys gem “Handle With Care” that features Flowers, Daniel, Dhani Harrison, “Weird Al” Yankovic and Jonathan Bates. Elsewhere, the arrangements likewise honor the original Harrison tracks but with enough variation to keep it interesting (Heartless Bastards’ Americana-styled “If Not For You,” Jamestown Revival’s folk-rock take of “If I Needed Someone” and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club’s brooding “Art of Dying”). Information: GeorgeHarrison.com. Artist: Twisted Sister Title: We Are Twisted F***ing Sister! (Music Box Films) You might like if you enjoy: Quiet Riot, Twisted Sister

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first new full-length disc since 2011’s “Time of My Life.” The spirited anthem “The Broken,” in-the-pocket heavy rocker “Still Alive” and affecting ballads “Inside of Me” and “Pieces of Me” are among the standouts on a very solid return. Information: 3doorsdown.com.

Tell me more: Fans who caught Andrew Horn’s “We Are Twisted F***ing Sister!” when it was shown in movie theaters in February 2016 can now add the documentary film to their personal collection. Despite that, it appeared as if the New York quintet’s appearance on rock radio (with the 1984 singles “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock”) was a overnight success story, Twisted Sister spent years without a record deal. Interviews with the band members, management, fans and archival footage provide a compelling tale of a band that persevered despite all odds and the film takes a universal approach in examining what it takes for an ensemble to find success via a long journey from bars and dives to the big time. Available on DVD, Bluray and digital formats, “We Are Twisted F***ing Sister!” is one of the more interesting music documentaries in memory. Information: TwistedSister.com and TwistedSisterTheMovie.com.

Artist: 3 Doors Down Title: Us and the Night (Republic) You might like if you enjoy: Daughtry, Three Doors Down Tell me more: Long-time fans of Mississippi-spawned rockers 3 Doors Down will find plenty to savor via the riff rockers and ballads that grace the band’s satisfying sixth album “Us and the Night.” Singer Brad Arnold and company have consistently been able to blend hard and alternative rock styles with lyrics that typically address the highs and lows of romance, or introspective themes; the band does that here on their

Hendrix, Ten Years After Tell me more: Released in connection with what would have been singer-guitaristsongwriter Jeff Healey’s 50th birthday, “Heal My Soul” features a dozen previouslyunreleased songs recorded by the legendary artist between 1996 and 1998. The opening Artist: Joe Bonamassa track “Daze Of The Night” Title: Blues of Desperation is a flat-out blues rockers, (J&amp;R Adventures) filled with soaring guitar You might like if you work and unbridled energy. enjoy: Walter Trout, The psychedelic-anchored Joe Bonamassa “Moodswing” recalls the Tell me more: Few modern- experimental touch of Hendrix, day artists are as talented as while the album is loaded singer-songwriter-guitarist with tuneful classic rockJoe Bonamassa, who was worthy material (“Baby Blue,” seemingly born to play guitar “Misunderstood,” “Love In (indeed, the New York native Her Eyes” and “It’s the Last began playing the instrument Time” in particular) and a when he was four and was beautiful acoustic ballad “All only 12 when he opened a the Saints.” Want to have some string of dates for B.B. King fun? Listen to Healey’s original in 1989). Bonamassa is also “Please” with headphones prolific, having just released his (and the dueling guitar leads 12th studio album (“Blues Of battling during the track’s Desperation”) since 2000. And breathtaking finish). A joyful that doesn’t include a number introduction - or reintroduction of live albums and concert - to the talented Healey who films, and several high-profile sadly lost his battle against collaborations with the likes cancer on March 2, 2008. of singer Beth Hart and Black Information: jeffhealey.com. Country Communion. It speaks volumes about Bonamassa’s gifts that “Blues of Desperation” has the sound and firepower of a hungry bluesman’s debut. The 11 original songs tap into British, Chicago and Southern blues traditions, with Bonamassa having worked with other songwriters and recorded in Nashville to push his talents in new directions. The fiery and virtuoso guitar work thankfully remains intact (notably on an extended lead in “No Good Place for the Lonely”), but there are forays that provide evidence that Bonamassa remains a hungry artist interested in exploring new territory. The glorious English-meets-Southern-fried title track, breezy country blues of “The Valley Runs Low” (with his voice positioned against a trio of female vocalists) and uptempo Chicago blues burner “You Left Me Nothin’ but the Bill and the Blues” are among this writer’s faves. Information: jbonamassa.com.

Artist: Yorktown Lads Title: Songs About Girls and Other Disasters (Crab Apple Records) You might like if you enjoy: Tommy Keene, Matthew Sweet, sparkle*jets u.k. Tell me more: Although the debut album from power-pop trio Yorktown Lads was issued in 2015, lovers of all things vinyl and melodic rock will want to discover the collection titled “Songs About Girls and Other Disasters” that comes wrapped in a gatefold cover with full lyrics and colorful artwork. Cameron Lew, Addison Love and Michael Simmons have come up with a strong set of shimmering originals including the uptempo “Something to Write About,” infectious “Rewind” and wistful ballad “Home.” “Songs About Girls and Other Disasters” is available via red translucent 180 gram audiophile quality vinyl, and every LP comes with a download card so even those without a turntable can get a listen to this essential release. Information: YorktownLads.com.

Artist: Jeff Healey Title: Heal My Soul (Mascot Label Group) You might like if you enjoy: Gary Clark Jr., Jimi March 23, 2016

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OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub January 20, 27, February 3, 10, March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2016. DSW16-1016

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHLOE MAXWELL AKA CHLOE W. MAXWELL CASE NO. INP1600127 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CHLOE MAXWELL AKA CHLOE W. MAXWELL. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHERRY MARIE DUPONT in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SHERRY MARIE DUPONT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/07/16 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: DARLYNN MORGAN, ESQ. MORGAN LAW GROUP 1500 QUAIL ST., #540 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660 3/16, 3/18, 3/23/16 CNS-2857282# DESERT STAR WEEKLY. Pub 3/16, 3/18, 3/23/2016 DSW16-1072 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI¬NESS AS: PRO CONTRACTORS 10965 SANTA CRUZ RD, DESERT HOT SPRINS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: PRO CONTRACTORS 10965 SANTA CRUZ RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240-CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ LARIOS, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 14, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201600553 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 AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF AN-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI¬NESS AS: VINTAGE FURNITURE MANUFACTURING 41910 BOARDWALK UNIT B14, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FREDDIE FRANK HEGEDUSCH 51 710 AVENIDA RAMIREZ, 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: FREDDIE FRANK HEGEDUSCH. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 18, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201603624 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 AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2016. DSW16-1078 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI¬NESS AS: DESERT GLAZING 83549 LAPIS DRIVE, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JOSE FLORENTINO ESPINO JR 83549 LAPIS DRIVE, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JOSE FLORENTINO ESPINO JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 15, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201603426 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 AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2016. DSW16-1075

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trant: VERONICA- -CASTRO 13011 ACACIA AVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. 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: VERONICA- -CASTRO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 8, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201603019 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 AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 2016. DSW16-1071 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI¬NESS AS: LC TRANSPORT 78815 SANITA DRIVE, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ELOY FIGUEROA TRUCKING INC. 78815 SANITA DRIVE, LA QUINTA, CA 92253-CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: LOURDES CEBALLOS FIGUEROA, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 10, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201603119 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 AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 2016. DSW16-1073 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NEW WAVE HOME AUDIO AND VIDEO, INC. 82680 SHOWCASE PARKWAY #7, INDIO, CA 92203. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: NEW WAVE HOME AUDIO AND VIDEO, INC. 82680 SHOWCASE PARKWAY #7, INDIO, CA 92203-CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2/1/2016. 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: KEVIN AMIDEI, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 8, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602985 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 2016. DSW16-1070

AMENDED STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) KHOOL POOL 1414 N. PALM CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262.Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): 1414 NPC, LLC 860 N. PRESCOTT, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. This business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 04/09/2014. 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: VICCI FRENCH LIPPMAN, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on 12/14/2015 File No. I-201400933. Pub February 13, 20, 27 February 3, March 23, 30, April 6,13, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016. DSW16-1007 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING AMENDED STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT BUSI¬NESS AS: LIVE LAUGH PLAY 2800 N. LOS OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The FELICES CIRCLE E., UNIT C103, PALM SPRINGS, following fictitious business name(s) PRO WALL CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FINISHERS 10965 SANTA CRUZ RD., DESERT KIMBERLY ANN ACOSTA CRUZ 2800 N. LOS HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.Riverside County FELICES CIRCLE E., UNIT C103, PALM SPRINGS, has been abandoned by the following person(s): CA 92262. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. ANTONIO- -RODRIGUEZ LARIOS 10965 SANTA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business CRUZ RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. This business is conducted by Individual. The I declare that all the information in this statement is fictitious business name(s) referred to above was true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, filed in Riverside County on: 09/08/2014. I declare information which he or she knows to be false, is that all the information in this statement is true guilty of a crime). Signed: KIMBERLY ANN ACOSTA and correct. (A registrant who declares as true, CRUZ. This statement was filed with the County information which he or she knows to be false is Clerk of Riverside County on March 1, 2016. Peter guilty of a crime. Signed: ANTONIO- -RODRIGUEZ Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. LARIOS This statement was filed with the County R-201602648 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIClerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on 01/14/2016 FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE File No. I-201402289. Pub January 20, 27, February OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS 3, 10 March 23, 30, April 6,13, 2016. DSW16-1017 BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT BEFORE DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING MENT IN THIS STATE A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BUSI¬NESS AS: DESERT BEAUTY SALON 13900 IN VIOLATIONOF OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER PALM DRIVE UNIT #A, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of regis- (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 2016. DSW16-1069

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Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602810 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI¬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 STATE¬MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016. DSW16-1065 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ANDY THE DOOR GUY 30 800 MONTE VISTA, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANDRES-RAMIREZ 30 800 MONTE VISTA, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. 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: ANDRES- -RAMIREZ . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 22, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602213 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016. DSW16-1064 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SHINING STAR PRODUCTIONS 900 E. SATURNINO RD. #116, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: KRANBOU-YA KENYA CLAY 900 E. SATURNINO RD. #116, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. 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: KRANBOU-YA KENYA CLAY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 1, 2016. Peter Aldana, AssessorCounty Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602592 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016. DSW16-1062 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BIJOUX DE LUXE 79-405 US HWY 111 STE 9, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: LUXE DESIGNS CORP. 79405 US HWY 111 STE 9, LA QUINTA, CA 92253CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JOSEPH JOHN AZOULAY, SECRETARY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 1, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602627 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016. DSW16-1061 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WEIL CENTER FOR EDUCATION 68145 SANTELMO ROAD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: KARIN PATRICE VOGLER 68145 SANTELMO ROAD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: KARIN PATRICE VOGLER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 1, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602624 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016. DSW16-1060

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following ficti¬tious business name(s): ARLINGTON AUTO PARTS 10040 ARLINGTON SUITE B, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): BINH NGUYEN THI HUYHN 10040 ARLINGTON SUITE B, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. This business is conducted by: Individual. The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on 02/06/2014. 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: BINH NGUYEN THI HUYHN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on February 11, 2016 File No. R-201401237 March 9, 16, 23, 30, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 2016. DSW160-1068 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NESS AS: VALLEY NATURAL SOAP CO. 26744 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING EVERGREEN AVENUE, MURRIETA, CA 92563. BUSI¬NESS AS: APW TAEKWONDO 311 AV- Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MEGAN ENUE 11, LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530. Riverside RENEE HEIKE 26744 EVERGREEN AVENUE, MURCounty. Full name of registrant: JULIE MELANIE RIETA, CA 92563. Business is conducted by: INDIROMERO 311 AVENUE 11, LAKE ELSINORE, CA VIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact 92530. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. business under the fictitious business name(s) listed Registrant has not yet begun to transact business above. I declare that all the information in this stateunder the fictitious business name(s) listed above. ment is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares I declare that all the information in this statement as true, information which he or she knows to be is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MEGAN RENEE as true, information which he or she knows to be HEIKE. This statement was filed with the County false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JULIE MELANIE Clerk of Riverside County on March 2, 2016. Peter ROMERO. This statement was filed with the County Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. Clerk of Riverside County on March 7, 2016. Peter R-201602668 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIAldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS R-201602887 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEBUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO¬RIZE THE USE IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM¬MON LAW PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI¬NESS AND 2016. DSW16-1059 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 9, 16, 23, 30, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 2016. DSW16-1066 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NESS AS: ROCKVIEW GROWERS 2301 MT. THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING VERNON AVE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. Riverside BUSI¬NESS AS DESERT NAILS SUPPLY 50083 County. Full name of registrant: THOMAS DEAN SAN SOLANO RD, COACHELLA, CA 92236. JOHNSON 2301 MT. VERNON AVE. RIVERSIDE, Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ISCA LE- CA 92507. KIRSTEN MARTIN JOHNSON 2301 , ONORA CA¬BALLERO 50083 SAN SOLANO RD, MT. VERNON AVE. RIVERSIDE, CA 92507 Business COACHELLA, CA 92236. YAJAIRA JUDITH CABAL- is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant LERO 50083 SAN SOLANO RD, COACHELLA, commenced to transact business under the fictiCA 92236. Busi¬ness is conducted by: GENERAL tious business name(s) listed above on 2/23/2016. PARTNERSHIP. Registrant has not yet begun to I declare that all the information in this statement is transact business under the fictitious business true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, name(s) listed above. I declare that all the informa- information which he or she knows to be false, is tion in this statement is true and correct. (A regis- guilty of a crime). Signed: THOMAS DEAN JOHNtrant, who declares as true, information which he or SON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: of Riverside County on February 26, 2016. Peter ISCA LEONORA CABAL¬LERO. This statement Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County R-201602443 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIon March 3, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS

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FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2016. DSW16-1058 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FULCRUM WELLNESS 1775 E PALM CANYON DRIVE STU. 315, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Mailing Address 611 S. PALM CANYON DRIVE #7558, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Full name of registrant: WILLIAM EDWARD BASTIAN 2113 E CALLE CONEJERA, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. 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: WILLIAM EDWARD BASTIAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 25 , 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602401 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2016. DSW16-1057 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DURAN’S NATURAL SCENTS 31395 VIA PARED, THOUSAN PALMS, CA 92276. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CLAUDIA ALICIA DURAN 31395 VIA PARED, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. 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: CLAUDIA ALICIA DURAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 25 , 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602409 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2016. DSW16-1056 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CONDLEY BUSINESS CONSULTING 39295 CAMINO LAS POSITAS, MURRIETA, CA 92562. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: KERRI JEAN HUNTER-CONDLEY 39295 CAMINO LAS POSITAS, MURRIETA, CA 92562. 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: KERRI JEAN HUNTER-CONDLEY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 18 , 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201602077 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2016. DSW16-1050 APN: 674-181-030-2 TS No: CA08003792-15-1 TO No: 95308846-55 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED May 16, 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 April 21, 2016 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 May 23, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0373612, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by WILLIAM P HANSEY, AS A SINGLE MAN AND , ROBERT G HUMBLE, A SINGLE MAN AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA 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: 37280 DAVALL, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be 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 $382,945.87 (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,

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APN: 642-253-008-2 TS No: CA05001314-15-1 TO No: 8586685 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 25, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 11, 2016 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 August 13, 2014, as Instrument No. 2014-0306816, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by JOHN DAVID AKERMAN, TRUSTEE OF THE AKERMAN LIVING TRUST DATED DEC 14 2006, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC 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: 13876 HERMANO WAY, 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 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 $218,177.82 (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

more likely to have a stroke. “All types of patients of all ages should monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly, and seek medical help when they don’t feel well. Even short bursts of palpitations may be the beginning of persistent or chronic AF,” says Dr. Leo Polosajian, an electrophysiologist and founder of Cardiac Rhythm Specialists in Reseda, CA. Unfortunately, many AF patients don’t experience symptoms until an event happens. “While biking my normal route, my heart rate rose and I couldn’t breathe. I pretty much went into sudden cardiac death,” says Todd Smiland, a patient of Polosajian’s. “Luckily the ambulance made it to me in seven minutes and they were able to defibrillate me back to life, essentially. That pretty much started all of my heart issues.” By correcting abnormal conduction fibers in the heart through ablation, its electrical system may be repaired and the heart

may return to a normal rhythm. One of the newest innovations uses contact force ablation technology, which gives physicians a real-time, objective measure of force applied to the heart during the procedure. “I felt this patient was an ideal candidate for an ablation procedure instead of medication, which only treats symptoms. When patients don’t respond to medication or it’s not an optimal therapy option, I turn to radiofrequency ablation,” says Polosajian. “It was like night and day,” says Smiland, who after receiving ablation treatment, resumed activities he previously enjoyed. According to Polosajian, Smiland’s experience may not represent those of all patients, but a recent FDA review found ablation had at least a 47 percent greater success rate than medication. “This patient’s experience is what all physicians hope to achieve,” says Polosajian. It’s important to note there are risks and potential adverse

events associated with ablation procedures, including but not limited to cardiovascular related complications, such as hematoma, effusion and infection. Contact force ablation may not be appropriate for patients who have had certain recent heart surgeries, prosthetic valves, active systemic infection or have undergone other major vascular procedures. Patients

should consult with their physicians about options. A checklist of questions to ask your doctor can be found at www.sjm.com/ AfibAnswers, a site provided by St. Jude Medical, a leader in technologies that treat atrial fibrillation. Know the signs and symptoms of AF and talk to your doctor, if you suspect anything is amiss. StatePoint

Dan Lawson, costume designer for “The Good Wife” on CBS, offers the following tips to look put-together wherever you go, no matter what your budget is. • Remember that wellfitted clothes can make or break an outfit. Set aside some money for alterations to get the proper fit and look your best in any particular garment. • Be willing to invest money in “workhorse pieces,” those items you can wear for a long time that will be instrumental to each look. Staples for women include skirts, trousers and a good pair of shoes. For men, a well-fitted suit, a good dress shirt, shoes and a nice bag or briefcase. “Having a few key staples will give you the foundation for dozens of different outfits, as long as you take good care of these workhorse

pieces and keep them in good condition,” says Lawson, whose work in costume design and wardrobe has garnered him Emmy nominations and theater awards. • Set aside a portion of your wardrobe budget on trendy items that may not last forever, but will make your outfits pop while the items are in style. When mixed and matched with your longer-lasting garments, you can create a new and fresh wardrobe. • Once you’ve taken the time to pull together all these items and have created a wardrobe that you love and just can’t live without, it’s important to extend the life of these clothes. You can affordably prevent fading, shrinking and stretching with an athome dry cleaning product.

Lawson uses Dryel onset to refresh clothing quickly. It’s an at-home kit that comes with special cloths, similar to dryer sheets, with special cleansers infused in them that steam clean your clothes in your dryer. The kit includes a protection bag and a spot cleaning booster spray, and requires only 15 minutes in the dryer or 30 minutes for a deeper clean -- and is a great time- and money-saving alternative to taking clothing to the dry cleaners, costing only 25 cents per item. More wardrobe maintenance tips can be found at www.Dryel.com. With some smart strategies, you can look chic, sleek and sophisticated every day of the week -- at home or at play -- without spending a fortune. StatePoint

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 702-6597766 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, CA0800379215-1. 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 15, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08003792-15-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Myron Ravelo, 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 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA16-000833-1, PUB DATES: 03/23/2016, 03/30/2016, 04/06/2016. DSW16-1074

By Desert Star Staff Are you experiencing heart palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue and discomfort around your heart? You could be experiencing atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib), the most common heart rhythm disorder. Recognizing signs and symptoms is essential to early diagnosis and effective treatment. Affecting about three million Americans, AF is a rapid heartbeat, which can lead to poor blood flow and increased risk of serious conditions, including stroke and heart failure. AF is the result of abnormal electrical impulses, which travel chaotically throughout the upper chambers of the heart, causing the atria to contract so quickly the heart loses its ability to pump efficiently. This may cause blood to pool in the heart, where it can clot. If a clot travels to the brain, it can cause a stroke. A recent study by researchers from Boston University found that people with AF are nearly five times

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, CA05001314-15-1. 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 7, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05001314-15-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Stephanie Hoy, 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 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA16000743-1, PUB DATES: 03/16/2016, 03/23/2016, 03/30/2016. DSW16-1067

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El Centro Sector Border Patrol Arrests Convicted Sex Offender

By Desert Star Staff SEELEY, Calif. – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the El Centro Station arrested a previously deported registered sex offender near Mount Signal on Sunday. At approximately 8:40 a.m., agents observed a man walking north from the International Border fence near Mount Signal Road. Upon making contact with the man, agents determined

that he was illegally present in the United States. Records checks revealed the man, a 35-year-old citizen of El Salvador, was convicted of sexual abuse of a minor in the state of Texas, and subsequently removed from the United States in 2009. “This arrest is a testament to the vital role that the men and women of the El Centro Sector play in safeguarding our nations borders,” said

Michael B. Sullivan, Patrol Agent in Charge of the El Centro Border Patrol Station. The man will be criminally prosecuted for Re-Entry After Removal as a convicted sex offender and is being held at the Imperial County Jail. In fiscal year 2016, El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents have arrested eight convicted sex offenders attempting to re-enter the United States after removal.

The El Centro Sector’s Community Awareness Campaign is a simple and effective program to raise public awareness on the indicators of crime and other threats. We encourage public and private sector employees to remain vigilant and play a key role in keeping our country safe. Please report any suspicious activity to the Border Community Threat Hotline at 1-800-901-2003.

Possible suspects behind Brussels Airport blasts

A picture released on March 22, 2016 by the Belgian federal police on demand of the Federal prosecutor shows a screengrab of the airport CCTV camera showing suspects of this morning’s attacks at Brussels Airport, in Zaventem © BFP / AFP By Desert Star Staff It shows two men with black hair, one of them definitely bearded, wearing black jumpers. Both of them can be seen pushing airport baggage trolleys, and both have one hand gloved – possibly hiding a trigger for a bomb, DH.be reported. The two “seem to have committed suicide attacks,” Belgium’s Federal Prosecutor Frederic Van Leeuw, later

said at a news conference. The third man in the image is wearing a hat. Police have issued a wanted notice for him, with the authorities saying the man captured by CCTV at the airport is suspected of involvement in the attacks. The third suspect was seen running away from the airport building, Reuters cited a government official as saying. Earlier, citing police sources, Belgian newspaper

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Het Nieuwsblad reported that a third man who tried to blow himself up at the airport is still on the run. An explosives team from the Belgian Army has neutralized a suspicious package found at Brussels Airport, Crisis Center Belgium reported. An undetonated suicide belt has been found at the airport, Flemish TV channel VTM reported, adding that authorities at Zaventem Airport, TASS cited Belgian TV as saying. No planes are currently landing at Brussels airport, which is in lockdown. Planes are being diverted to Antwerp. The last time the Zaventem Airport came under attack was

believe it may have belonged to the third terrorist who managed to flee the scene. Two blasts went off in the departure hall of Brussels’ Zaventem Airport at around 8am local time, with at least one of them being a suicide bombing, according to Belgium’s federal prosecutor. Another bomb detonated at the airport might have been a suitcase bomb, a US official told AP on condition of anonymity. At least one of the bombs used at the airport contained nails, Belgian media reported, citing a hospital source. At least 14 people were killed at Zaventem, and nearly 100 reportedly injured. Three days of national mourning have been announced. Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel has confirmed the blasts to be terrorist attacks. Islamic State (IS, formerly ISIS/ ISIL) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attacks in Brussels, with a statement from the terrorist group published by IS-linked Amaq News Agency, according to Egyptian media.

in 1979 when three Palestinian terrorists threw grenades at passengers who disembarked from an El Al flight from Israel. The attack, which left 12 people wounded, forced local authorities to review security at the airport, DH.be reported.

blasts, Belgian TV reported. outside of the airport, with Belgian police have found police, ambulances and three unused suicide belts fire brigades rushing in. We still hear a lot of sirens.” “Of course, this is the result of the insane policy in Western Europe,” Verreykken told RT. “They have left the borders completely open, I can only congratulate Russians and Mr. Putin that they are much smarter than we are here in Western Europe.” Two blasts rocked the departure hall of Zaventem Airport at about 8am local time, reportedly killing 17 people and leaving dozens injured. One of the explosions reportedly took place near the American Airlines check-in desk. The Belgian Prosecutor General’s office has confirmed the deaths of at least 13 People leave the scene of explosions at Zaventem airport near Brussels, Belgium, March 22, 2016 © Francois Lenoir / Reuters people at the airport. A suicide bomber enacted one of the

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Delightful Disney movie transfers to Theatre 29 stage

By Jack Lyons One of the nice things about Theatre 29 in Twentynine Palms, is they are still true to their mission statement published some 17 years ago when the theatre opened. In part, it reads “We are a non-profit community theatre which has been providing quality entertainment since our founding in 1999. We are dedicated to bringing quality, family-oriented theatre to Twentynine Palms while offering opportunities for our children and citizens to experience the live arts.” They enjoy the support of the City, the surrounding communities, and the gratitude of its many performers, young and old, who have ‘trod the boards’ learning skills they didn’t know they had, and had a great time in the process. The Arts are a wonderful way to expand one’s horizons, open up the world for young and old alike and make friendships that last a lifetime. I was made keenly aware, once again, of the power to transform through the arts when I attended a performance of the theatre’s current production “Disney’s The Little Mermaid”, last week. It’s become somewhat of a tradition that theatre co-founder and President Gary Daigneault and Music Director Ed Will produce the annual musical blockbuster production. “The Little Mermaid” is a beloved children’s fairytale originally from the pen of Hans Christian Andersen, which has gone through multiple iterations over the years. The Theatre 29 version has Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a libretto by Doug Wright (all Broadway Tony-winning heavyweights) and it features a cast of 27 performers. When dealing with children’s theatre the story usually isn’t very complicated. It’s usually a prince seeking romance and looking for just that right girl to share his life where they all live happily ever-after. However, that might be a little more difficult

to accomplish in this story because human Prince Eric (Graham Cooley) falls in love with siren-voiced sea mermaid Ariel (a lovely Chalise Kunz. Father’s are usually overly protective of their daughters, and King of the Sea, King Triton (a booming Charles Harvey) is no exception. He fears that some human will steal Ariel, the youngest of his eight daughters. It’s the same with Prince Eric’s father. The King assigns Grimsby (Ron Bottorff) to keep an eye on Prince Eric to make sure he finds the right and proper young lady to become his Princess. Triton’s wife has passed and he and his now banished wicked sister Aunt Ursula (a deliciously wicked Robin Wilson) rule different parts of their underwater kingdoms. King Triton has lots of courtiers and servants to help him run his watery empire including Sabastian (Char Childs) the clever crab and advisor to Triton who is charged with keeping Ariel safe. The story follows the usual twists and turns of good winning out over the bad. But not before the principal performers and the cast have a chance to sing their songs – there are twenty-eight musical numbers - and dance their dances choreographed by Mandi Pushkar which by the way, are energetically performed. With a cast of 27 performers who play humans and sea creatures, there isn’t enough room to mention everyone but the following supporting performers contributed in making the show lively and entertaining for the audience: Cindy Daigneault, Patti Brown, Chris Fleischman, and Amanda Winters along with a dedicated cast of teenagers and youngsters. The young, maybe about 11 years-old, girl sitting next me the night I attended, was so fully engaged and enthralled throughout the entire show that when Prince Eric and Ariel, now made human, finally kiss near the end of the show, she leaned forward in her seat as if she was Ariel. Such is power of the theatre to engage and entertain, to say nothing of

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creating future audiences. Also, there were plenty of proud moms and dads, including grandparents in the audience, all with their faces glued to the stage throughout the show. One might almost imagine they were attending church services; they were that involved. “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” is one of the most ambitious productions Theatre 29 has tackled. And they have succeeded admirably.

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